https://meenews.co/post/6ae67552726b22deeb691605 Chamber: Strong schools build a strong Maricopa economy te 2026-10-31T23:10:10.805Z Chamber: Strong schools build a strong Maricopa economy The Greater Maricopa Business Alliance (GMBA) believes one of the most important investments we can make in economic development is preparing the next generation to work, build businesses, raise families, and establish their futures in our community. That commitment is why GMBA supports Proposition 416 and opposes Proposition 320. Although these propositions address different aspects of public education, both have implications for workforce development, local economic stability, and the ability of our schools to meet the needs of Maricopa students. YES on Proposition 416: Continuing an Investment in Maricopa’s Future Proposition 416 continues Maricopa Unified School District’s existing Maintenance & Operations override. It is not a new tax, but a continuation of funding originally approved by local voters in 2016 and renewed in 2021.  For the 2026–27 school year, the override represents approximately $7.8 million in MUSD’s operating budget. Without voter approval, that funding will begin phasing out in the 2027–28 school year, declining by approximately $2.7 million annually until eliminated. According to MUSD, the loss of this funding would ultimately result in: Elimination of RAM Academy, the district’s alternative graduation and credit-recovery program Reductions in teaching and support staff Larger class sizes Reduced investment in student and instructional technology These reductions affect more than school operations. They would have consequences for local employment, student opportunities, and the development of Maricopa’s future workforce. Supporting our schools is both an education investment and an economic-development investment.  MUSD is Maricopa’s largest employer. Its teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, transportation employees, and support staff are our neighbors, customers, volunteers, and community members. School district employment supports local households and businesses. Reducing positions affects families and the broader economy.  Equally important, these employees are responsible for educating and preparing the next generation of workers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. Of particular concern to GMBA is the potential elimination of RAM Academy.  RAM Academy provides an alternative pathway for students who have fallen behind academically, helping them recover credits and continue working toward high school graduation.  Not every student succeeds through the same educational approach. Some face academic, personal, or family challenges that make a traditional pathway difficult. Programs like RAM Academy provide another opportunity for students to complete their education and pursue employment, technical training, military service, or higher education.  The impact extends beyond the individual student. Helping a young person graduate can positively influence an entire family’s future while strengthening the community’s long-term workforce.  Workforce development must include opportunities for students who need a different path to success. Preserving those opportunities is an important reason GMBA supports Proposition 416. NO on Proposition 320: Preserving Flexibility in Education and Workforce Preparation Proposition 320 would establish a statewide requirement for affected school districts to eventually direct at least 60% of operational spending toward expenses classified as direct instruction. GMBA supports responsible education spending, transparency, and accountability. However, we are concerned that a uniform spending requirement could limit the flexibility school districts need to address local educational priorities and workforce-development opportunities. Under Proposition 320, the Arizona Auditor General would be responsible for defining qualifying direct instructional expenses and operational spending. The concern is not whether education dollars should benefit students. They absolutely should. The concern is whether a statewide spending formula adequately recognizes the many resources and services necessary to prepare students for success. Maricopa Unified School District currently offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways that connect classroom education with practical skills, career exploration, and employment opportunities: Agriculture Business management Education and training Hospitality and tourism Information technology Law and public safety Marketing and communications Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) Effective workforce preparation can require specialized equipment, technology, industry certifications, career counseling, employer partnerships, transportation, and work-based learning experiences. Not every expenditure that supports student success fits neatly into a single instructional spending category. GMBA’s concern is that a rigid statewide formula may create unintended consequences for programs and services that contribute to career readiness. As local employers continue to identify workforce availability and skills development as important business needs, our schools must retain the ability to respond to those needs. Maricopa residents elect a local school governing board to oversee district operations, establish priorities, and make decisions about educational resources.  That board is accountable to the community it serves.  Parents, residents, educators, and employers can participate in public meetings, review budgets, provide input, and hold elected board members accountable. GMBA believes local school leaders should retain meaningful flexibility to allocate resources based on student needs, community priorities, and available funding.  We support transparency and fiscal responsibility. We also believe accountability should consider educational outcomes, including graduation rates, career readiness, student achievement, and access to meaningful educational opportunities.  The ultimate measure of education spending should be how effectively it prepares students for success. GMBA’s three mission pillars reflect our commitment to a strong local economy and a community where businesses and families can thrive.  Workforce development begins long before a young person enters the job market.  It begins with access to quality education, opportunities to explore careers, programs that help struggling students graduate, and partnerships connecting schools with employers.  Today’s students are tomorrow’s employees, entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders.  Our responsibility as a business organization is to advocate for the resources, partnerships, and opportunities that help them succeed. For these reasons, the Greater Maricopa Business Alliance: SUPPORTS PROPOSITION 416 To continue locally approved funding that supports teachers, manageable class sizes, student technology, and alternative graduation opportunities such as RAM Academy. OPPOSES PROPOSITION 320 Because of concerns that a statewide instructional spending mandate could limit local flexibility and affect resources important to student success and workforce preparation. Strong schools help build a strong workforce. A strong workforce supports a strong economy.  Investing in Maricopa’s students is investing in Maricopa’s future. The post Chamber: Strong schools build a strong Maricopa economy appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6754c726b22deeb6915e4 Head of In-N-Out burger chain addresses expansion to 3 more states te 2026-10-31T23:10:04.933Z Head of In-N-Out burger chain addresses expansion to 3 more states In-N-Out Burger CEO Lynsi Snyder has hinted at future expansions for the California-based fast-food chain, mentioning Arkansas, Mississippi and Oklahoma as three states that might welcome In-N-Out restaurants in the years to come.  Snyder, whose grandparents Harry and Esther Snyder co-founded In-N-Out in 1948, sat down for an interview with television host Terry Crews. She spoke about the company’s hesitancy to grow too much or too quickly. Quality matters more than quantity, she said, when it comes to In-N-Out restaurants. IN-N-OUT'S POPULAR BURGER STYLE STARTED WITH A CUSTOMER REQUEST DECADES AGO "I just want to make sure that everything is right and that our In-N-Out family is strong, and we’re retaining all those values," Snyder said, touting the chain’s cleanliness, quality and friendly service. "If I ever felt like we were slipping or losing our way, growth would look a lot different," she added. In-N-Out takes food quality seriously, with all ingredients delivered fresh to each restaurant.  "In fact, we don’t even own a microwave or freezer," the company says on its website.  REGIONAL BURGER CHAINS ARE BEATING FAST-FOOD GIANTS IN ONE KEY MEASURE The burgers are made from fresh beef in the chain’s patty-making facilities in California and Texas. The company has come a long way from its humble beginning as a 100-square-foot burger stand in Baldwin Park, a suburb of Los Angeles. In-N-Out’s original location in California was the state’s first drive-thru.  Harry Snyder created the two-way speaker system, which was used to converse with customers in their cars, according to the company. In August 2025, Washington state welcomed its first In-N-Out restaurant. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Last year, the company also expanded into Tennessee, opening the state’s first location on Dec. 10. This move marked the company’s easternmost presence to date, according to the website.  Now, there are five stores in Tennessee, with the website listing a sixth location as coming soon. In 2027, New Mexico will get its first In-N-Out restaurant and become the chain’s 11th state, the company announced on Instagram back in 2023. "I feel like there’s a special peace knowing that In-N-Out isn’t everywhere," Snyder told Crews in the recent interview. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS She noted that, while it might seem like the chain is "growing like crazy," it's not. Snyder did tease "Arkansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma. There are some states there that are possibilities," she said. With 299 locations in California, it doesn’t appear the chain has any plans to turn its back on its So-Cal roots.  "This is where we started, it’s where we are now and it’s where we’ll always be," Snyder said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Fox News Digital reached out to In-N-Out for further comment and details. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6754b726b22deeb6915b3 NFL Delivers Bad News to Patriots Rookie After Caleb Williams Incident te 2026-10-31T23:10:03.847Z NFL Delivers Bad News to Patriots Rookie After Caleb Williams Incident One of the Patriots' top young defenders has been punished by the NFL for an incident involving Bears QB Caleb Williams. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6754a726b22deeb6915aa FBI Says North Korea Behind $6 Billion Binance Crypto Theft te 2026-10-31T23:10:02.798Z FBI Says North Korea Behind $6 Billion Binance Crypto Theft The FBI says the country orchestrated the theft of more than $6 billion in virtual assets from cryptocurrency exchange Binance. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae672f2726b22deeb691544 Colorado Facing Hefty Fine for What Happened After Kansas State Win te 2026-10-31T23:00:02.684Z Colorado Facing Hefty Fine for What Happened After Kansas State Win After knocking off Big 12 rival Kansas State, Colorado faces a hefty fine for how its fans celebrated the big win. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6709b726b22deeb6914dd NFL Announces Punishment for 49ers' Dre Greenlaw After Drake London Altercation te 2026-10-31T22:50:03.617Z NFL Announces Punishment for 49ers' Dre Greenlaw After Drake London Altercation The 49ers have been dealt more bad news following their loss to the Falcons after a controversial incident involving Dre Greenlaw. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6709a726b22deeb6914d4 Commanders Trade Hopes Dashed After Surprise Star's Injury te 2026-10-31T22:50:02.636Z Commanders Trade Hopes Dashed After Surprise Star's Injury The Washington Commanders missed out on an opportunity to trade a star player after a surprise injury in practice. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66e45726b22deeb691492 Jonathan Taylor trade talks 'active and ongoing' as Colts now fielding calls on All-Pro running back: report te 2026-10-31T22:40:05.251Z Jonathan Taylor trade talks 'active and ongoing' as Colts now fielding calls on All-Pro running back: report It seems the Indianapolis Colts are indeed willing to talk about trading running back Jonathan Taylor after all. Multiple teams have reached out to the Colts amid their fire sale to see if Taylor is available, per ESPN and NFL Network. The talks "are said to be active and ongoing." Among those teams who have called the Colts and owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon are the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants and Seattle Seahawks. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE ESPN also reported that at least one offer included a second-round draft pick with additional compensation for Taylor. The Colts have already made it clear they would be sellers before the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline following the firing of GM Chris Ballard after a 10-year stint with the franchise. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Indianapolis traded Quenton Nelson, their All-Pro guard and former first-round pick, to the Seahawks. Defensive tackle DeForest Buckner also reunited with the San Francisco 49ers just hours after Nelson was dealt this past week. Wide receiver Josh Downs, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, also reportedly requested a trade. The Colts have reportedly told teams he’s worth a third-round pick, though they wish to keep him if possible despite the trade request. Taylor, on the other hand, has expressed his desire to stay put in Indianapolis, but he also understands that’s out of his control. The Colts made it clear they’re looking to accumulate draft picks amid a season where they’re 2-5 in the AFC South. Irsay-Gordon and Taylor reportedly met this week and had an "in-depth conversation to discuss the future," per ESPN. It is believed Irsay-Gordon would like Taylor to be a part of the Colts’ rebuild, though the franchise understands the type of return Taylor, who just signed a two-year extension before the start of this season, could have if dealt. The Colts have already secured a 2027 third- and fourth-round pick as well as a 2028 fifth-round selection from the Nelson and Buckner deals. Indianapolis is also without a 2027 first-round pick, which the New York Jets own after dealing Sauce Gardner to the Colts in 2025. Ahead of the Colts’ game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Taylor addressed the trade rumors surrounding him. "I haven’t heard anything," he said on Thursday, per FOX59’s Mike Chappell. "I can’t control that, obviously. Like you guys know, I’m proud to wear the horseshoe, proud to be here. Similar to Quenton [Nelson] and [DeForest Buckner], they were proud to wear the horseshoe, they were proud to be here. But obviously, circumstances may cause otherwise. Hopefully that day may not come, but I can’t control that." Head coach Shane Steichen understands the business of the NFL like Taylor, which is why he’s trying to focus on this upcoming game and the players he has on the roster. It’s hard losing Nelson, a linchpin at left guard, and Buckner, a veteran leader on the defensive line, ahead of a key divisional matchup. But those are the cards Irsay-Gordon and the front office have been dealt, as they look ahead to building for the future instead of the remainder of the 2026 season. If the Colts are indeed willing to trade Taylor for the right package, a team would be getting one of the best at his position in the NFL. The 27-year-old has rushed for at least 1,100 yards in four of his six NFL campaigns, and he’s on pace for another after rushing for 587 yards with eight touchdowns through seven games. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66e44726b22deeb691461 College Football Referee Facing Intense Backlash for Injuring East Carolina Player te 2026-10-31T22:40:04.209Z College Football Referee Facing Intense Backlash for Injuring East Carolina Player A referee slipped and fell into an East Carolina player, which led to him being helped off the field. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66e43726b22deeb691458 Two Potential Hold-Ups Emerge That Could Complicate a Maxx Crosby Trade te 2026-10-31T22:40:03.228Z Two Potential Hold-Ups Emerge That Could Complicate a Maxx Crosby Trade According to NFL insider Tom Pelissero, teams calling about Raiders DE Maxx Crosby face two big roadblocks to a potential trade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66e42726b22deeb69144f NASA's Swift Observatory Is Falling to Earth. Where Could It Land? te 2026-10-31T22:40:02.160Z NASA's Swift Observatory Is Falling to Earth. Where Could It Land? NASA's Swift Observatory may make a fiery return to Earth around Friday after more than two decades studying gamma-ray bursts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66991726b22deeb691374 Micah Parsons’ Expected Packers Return Date Revealed te 2026-10-31T22:20:01.956Z Micah Parsons’ Expected Packers Return Date Revealed After months of waiting for Micah Parsons' highly anticipated return, Green Bay Packers fans may not have to wait much longer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6673e726b22deeb69132e Jessie James Decker sets internet ablaze after spraying passenger’s bare foot on her armrest during flight te 2026-10-31T22:10:06.900Z Jessie James Decker sets internet ablaze after spraying passenger’s bare foot on her armrest during flight Jessie James Decker had a bone to pick with a fellow airline passenger — and she wasn't keeping her nose out of it. The country singer sparked a social media debate after sharing a video of herself covering her nose as a bare foot appeared beside her airplane seat, then dousing the foot with some sort of spray. "Someone’s foot smells so bad on the plane," the text over the video read. JESSIE JAMES DECKER USED KITCHEN SECRET TO WIN OVER NFL STAR HUSBAND IN ONE WEEKEND Decker had one question for her 4.4 million followers on Instagram. "Before you come at me…What would you have done?" she captioned the post. Social media users wasted little time weighing in, and plenty of commenters had no sympathy for whoever was responsible for the alleged odor. "The nerve of some people!" one user fumed. "I’d do just what you did!!! Spray the stinky foot!!!" another cheered. One commenter called for a much harsher penalty, writing, "They should’ve been escorted off the plane." JESSIE JAMES DECKER RAISES ATHLETIC KIDS "BAREFOOT AND BEING FREE" INSTEAD OF GLUED TO IPADS A self-described former flight attendant also criticized passengers who treat airplane armrests like personal footrests. "As a past flight attendant, when I saw people put their feet on the arm rest. I immediately told them no, this isn’t their home. Respect the plane & people around you. That is so F in nasty. I would have smacked his foot with my elbow." But amid the outrage, others questioned whether Decker really sprayed a stranger — or whether the mystery foot belonged to her husband, Eric Decker, a former NFL wide receiver. The couple married in 2013. "Please tell me that's Eric's foot and not some random person's foot!" one commenter wrote. "I’m guessing that’s Eric’s foot? You are far too sweet to do that to a stranger…" another speculated. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "That better be your husband. I would’ve moved!" a third user added. One follower was convinced the clip might have been a joke between the couple and wrote, "You're being silly, right? It's your husband behind you." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Others had their own ideas for dealing with a rogue foot in the cabin. "Tickle tickle!" one user suggested. "I would’ve pulled out … [a] sharpie and started drawing," another joked. "You should have pretended to sneeze then sprayed his foot," a third commenter proposed. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Decker did not identify whose foot appeared in the video. The "Secret Sauce" author and Eric share four children: Vivianne, Eric Jr., Forrest and Denver. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6673d726b22deeb69130e Abdul El-Sayed Does Not Want to Talk About Haley Stevens. Everyone Else Does. te 2026-10-31T22:10:05.923Z Abdul El-Sayed Does Not Want to Talk About Haley Stevens. Everyone Else Does. “We had a primary, right?” Dr. El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, told reporters. “I understand that some folks are upset about that. I get it. But I’m here trying to beat Mike Rogers.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6673c726b22deeb6912f4 US and Canada Issue Mass Casualty Warning—What We Know About Moscow Threat te 2026-10-31T22:10:04.916Z US and Canada Issue Mass Casualty Warning—What We Know About Moscow Threat The latest warning comes more than two years after a terrorist attack at a concert venue outside Moscow that left 145 people dead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6673b726b22deeb6912eb College Football Officials Face Heat for 'Making Up Rules' in BYU Game te 2026-10-31T22:10:03.964Z College Football Officials Face Heat for 'Making Up Rules' in BYU Game College football officials were under fire yet again for a controversial decision in a Big 12 game with BYU being the beneficiary. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6673a726b22deeb6912e2 3 Other Teams Called Titans About Jeffery Simmons Before Bears Trade te 2026-10-31T22:10:02.930Z 3 Other Teams Called Titans About Jeffery Simmons Before Bears Trade Before the Tennessee Titans traded Jeffery Simmons to the Bears, their phones were blowing up with inquiries about the All-Pro DT. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae664e5726b22deeb6912a1 Cardinals' Budda Baker fields questions about trade rumors while wearing evil clown Halloween mask te 2026-10-31T22:00:05.847Z Cardinals' Budda Baker fields questions about trade rumors while wearing evil clown Halloween mask Today is Halloween, but Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker got into the spirit a day early, showing up to his media availability in costume. According to The New York Post, dressing up for Halloween is a tradition for Baker. However, this year’s costume created an awkward situation that highlights a workplace risk few people consider when dressing up for spooky season. Baker is one of the names floating around the rumor mill as the Cardinals trend toward becoming sellers at the NFL trade deadline. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE So, while Baker rolled in dressed in a creepy clown costume, the journalists there still had to ask him about the trade rumors. And to his credit, he answered them... while still in costume. "I just live in the present, like today, having a great time with you guys," Baker said. "Going to go out and have a great Friday practice, and just focus on playing against the Dallas Cowboys and trying to get a ‘W’ at their stadium." It's a good answer, but until you read it, did you have any idea what he was saying? Or, like me, were you distracted by the fact that he was dressed like a clown that drives a primered van and steals people's organs? People dress up for work on Halloween whether they're bank tellers or NFL players. However, I think we forget that it is still work, and sometimes you'll need to get serious. And if you're still in the costume, that can be tricky. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! If you're a doctor, it might seem like a good idea to dress like a Minion on Halloween. But what about when you have to deliver the news of someone's terminal diagnosis and the zipper is stuck? Suddenly, it's not as great of an idea, is it? I mean, maybe it'll have some kind of Patch Adams effect, but I doubt it. Fortunately, an NFLer addressing trade rumors isn't that serious, so we all got a hilarious Halloween moment. Now, moving forward, I bet Baker will factor trade rumors and whether or not he'll have to address them into his costume choice. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae664e4726b22deeb69126f Dave Portnoy Rips Refs Over Controversial Call in Michigan-Rutgers Game te 2026-10-31T22:00:04.632Z Dave Portnoy Rips Refs Over Controversial Call in Michigan-Rutgers Game Dave Portnoy blasted referees in the Michigan-Rutgers game for what he called "the worst call in the history of football." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae664e3726b22deeb691266 Cornell Fallout Fuels National Day of Action Against Campus 'Rape Culture' te 2026-10-31T22:00:03.460Z Cornell Fallout Fuels National Day of Action Against Campus 'Rape Culture' Students at about 80 campuses are participating in national Take Back the Night events Sunday to stop rape on campus. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae664e2726b22deeb69125d Colts Rejected Major Trade Offer for Star RB Jonathan Taylor: Report te 2026-10-31T22:00:02.386Z Colts Rejected Major Trade Offer for Star RB Jonathan Taylor: Report One mystery NFL team reportedly made the Indianapolis Colts a big offer for RB Jonathan Taylor, only to be turned away. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6628b726b22deeb6911f3 Newsom Issues Warning to Judges About Election Interference From Trump Administration te 2026-10-31T21:50:03.530Z Newsom Issues Warning to Judges About Election Interference From Trump Administration California Gov. Gavin Newsom warned judges that the Trump administration may seek subpoenas to seize ballots and voting machines. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6628a726b22deeb6911cb Apple CEO says the company doesn’t ‘want to ship AI for AI’s sake’ te 2026-10-31T21:50:02.185Z Apple CEO says the company doesn’t ‘want to ship AI for AI’s sake’ Apple's new CEO defended the company's current position in the AI landscape. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66035726b22deeb691194 How House Democrats' 'deterrence message' on Trump jobs could backfire te 2026-10-31T21:40:05.328Z How House Democrats' 'deterrence message' on Trump jobs could backfire Sen. Elissa Slotkin's warning to young Americans not to join the Trump administration could backfire by handing Trump officials legal ammunition to derail the investigations Democrats hope to launch if they retake Congress, a former federal prosecutor warned. The freshman Michigan Democrat said last month that she wants her party to pursue "signature cases" against officials who helped Trump, reasoning that it would discourage young Americans from considering jobs in his administration. "I want that deterrence message sent," Slotkin said during an Oct. 13 event at the University of Chicago, describing how young graduates might fear "buying myself a ton of problems" by joining the administration. But Abhishek Kambli, a former deputy associate attorney general in Trump's Justice Department, said Slotkin's remarks could backfire if Democrats retake either chamber of Congress in the midterm elections and gain greater control over congressional investigations. "If they just throw in boilerplate language that this is for legislative purpose, anyone challenging those subpoenas will have that entire record to demonstrate that it's anything but that," Kambli, a partner at Holtzman Vogel, told Fox News Digital. HOUSE DEMS PLOT TRUMP INVESTIGATION BLITZ IF THEY SEIZE MAJORITY While Congress has broad authority to conduct investigations, subpoena witnesses and review government operations, the Supreme Court has ruled that lawmakers cannot use those powers solely to punish individuals. The Supreme Court confronted those limits in 2020, when House Democrats attempted to obtain Trump's personal financial records through congressional subpoenas. In Trump v. Mazars, the justices established a four-factor test requiring courts to examine whether Congress demonstrated a legitimate legislative need for the records, whether its requests were sufficiently narrow, whether the information could be obtained elsewhere and what burden the subpoenas would impose on the president. The court sent the dispute back to lower courts without ruling that the subpoenas satisfied those standards, leaving unresolved questions about how the framework would be applied. "So it's not enough just to tack on a legislative purpose," Kambli said, arguing that courts must look beyond Congress' stated reasons for an investigation to determine whether its demands are constitutionally justified. Democrats' public remarks could become evidence against them if future subpoenas are challenged, according to Kambli. SLOTKIN WANTS GOP PROSECUTIONS TO DETER YOUNG PEOPLE FROM TRUMP ADMINISTRATION JOBS "They don't have to bury their head in the sand," Kambli said of the courts. "I think they have to look at the facts of the case and look at it in terms of how they fits into the broader comments that they made." House Democrats are already laying the groundwork for investigations into Trump's family business dealings and potential conflicts of interest if they regain control of Congress. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., has also vowed to expand his investigation into donors funding Trump's White House ballroom if Democrats retake the Senate, But another constitutional law expert questioned whether Democrats' remarks would carry enough legal weight to undermine future congressional investigations. Michael Morley, a professor at Florida State University College of Law, said courts generally recognize that politicians bring partisan motivations to congressional investigations and would be reluctant to invalidate subpoenas merely because of provocative public remarks. "I don't think that the fact that there might be partisan motivations for a congressional investigation would ultimately be a valid basis for refusing to comply with a subpoena," Morley told Fox News Digital. "At the end of the day, a court is going to be very reluctant to conclude, based on one or more members' possible subjective motivations, that Congress lacks constitutional authority to investigate," Morley said. SLOTKIN'S VIRAL 'THREAT' TO CONSERVATIVES TAKES NEW TWIST AS STUDENT MOVES TO HOLD HER ACCOUNTABLE: 'SHOCKING' He also emphasized that Trump v. Mazars focused specifically on subpoenas for the president's personal records, arguing that applying the same heightened legal standards to subpoenas targeting other administration officials would be a stretch. But Morley said Slotkin's language could give judges pause when the legal basis for a subpoena is already uncertain. "It's bad atmospherics," he said, adding that such statements could make courts "marginally less likely" to resolve doubts in Democrats' favor. Slotkin has rejected accusations that she wants to target Americans merely for working for Republicans. She told CNN that she was talking about officials who break the law or misuse taxpayer dollars, calling the criticism "manufactured outrage." But Kambli warned the consequences could extend beyond whether Democratic subpoenas survive legal challenges, saying that investigations could inflict financial and reputational damage even without criminal charges. "There is the idea that the process is the punishment, and there is no doubt that some members of Congress intend to use the process to bankrupt people that can't afford legal representation," Kambli said. He also said that while Trump's Justice Department would be unlikely to prosecute administration officials over criminal contempt referrals from a Democratic-controlled Congress, that could change under a future Democratic administration. Morley also criticized the prospect of intimidating young government employees who may lack the resources to defend themselves. "That's just not how we want our political disputes to be handled," Morley said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66034726b22deeb691161 Giants' Cam Skattebo Hit With Costly Punishment After Texans Game te 2026-10-31T21:40:04.251Z Giants' Cam Skattebo Hit With Costly Punishment After Texans Game The Giants are coming off a big win over Houston, but Cam Skattebo has been hit with a $7,073 NFL fine for a controversial play. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66033726b22deeb691158 Florida Switches Quarterbacks After Slow Start Against Georgia te 2026-10-31T21:40:03.301Z Florida Switches Quarterbacks After Slow Start Against Georgia Florida needed to make a quarterback change after Aaron Philo threw two interceptions against Georgia. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae66031726b22deeb691144 4 days left: How TechCrunch Founder Summit helps you make more useful connections to scale te 2026-10-31T21:40:01.913Z 4 days left: How TechCrunch Founder Summit helps you make more useful connections to scale On November 4 at Boston’s SoWa Power Station, get ready for a full day packed with meaningful networking opportunities, actionable insights, and connections that could change the trajectory of your idea and startup. Register before all prices go up at the door. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65de2726b22deeb691127 Mohave Accelerated football falls in hard-fought quarterfinal game te 2026-10-31T21:30:10.802Z Mohave Accelerated football falls in hard-fought quarterfinal game On Friday, No. 3 Mohave Accelerated football team hosted No. 6 Superior in the quarterfinals of the AIA 1A State Playoffs. The Patriots and Panthers were neck and neck throughout the game but ultimately, Superior got the 30-28 win in… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65ddc726b22deeb6910c7 Chiefs Dealt Double Injury Blow Before Facing Broncos te 2026-10-31T21:30:04.362Z Chiefs Dealt Double Injury Blow Before Facing Broncos The Chiefs have received worrying injury news before facing the Broncos, with two important pieces of their secondary sidelined. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65ddb726b22deeb6910be Broncos Place Star Running Back on IR te 2026-10-31T21:30:03.242Z Broncos Place Star Running Back on IR The Broncos will be without the running back for at least the next four games with the injury update this week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65b85726b22deeb691076 Paper straws could be doing more harm than good, study suggests te 2026-10-31T21:20:05.230Z Paper straws could be doing more harm than good, study suggests Paper straws have been marketed as a more environmentally friendly alternative to plastic, but a new South Korean assessment suggests they may carry a greater pollution-related health burden. South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment commissioned the assessment from the Korean Society for Life Cycle Assessment, according to news reports. Researchers compared how paper, plastic and other disposable straws could affect human health and the environment, from production through disposal. POPULAR ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER LINKED TO POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS HEART RISK Paper straws scored 6.33 times as high as conventional plastic straws in an estimate of cancer-related harm from pollution generated during production and disposal, according to South Korean reports.  The score estimates potential harm from pollution generated from production through disposal — not chemical exposure or cancer risk from drinking through a straw, the researchers noted. The assessment reportedly compared four straw types: paper, conventional plastic, biodegradable plastic and bio-based polyethylene, or bio-PE. Researchers assessed 16 environmental impacts, assuming about 74% of discarded straws were incinerated and 26% went to landfills, based on South Korean waste statistics. MICROPLASTICS DETECTED IN MOST HEART ATTACK PATIENTS' BLOOD IN STARTLING NEW STUDY Conventional plastic straws performed best in 10 of the 16 environmental categories, but no straw type came out ahead in every category. The study did not measure whether chemicals leach from straws into drinks and did not assess health outcomes among people who use them. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Researchers recommended that stores provide disposable straws only upon request, according to The Korea Herald. Lawmaker Kim Wi-sang, whose office received the report, later criticized plastic straw restrictions, arguing that alternatives had failed to deliver their promised environmental benefits. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER President Donald Trump has also criticized paper straws, calling them ineffective and arguing that they may pose health risks. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ In February 2025, he signed an executive order directing federal agencies to stop buying and providing paper straws and to develop a national strategy to end their use, according to a White House press release. "I was tired of having straws melt in my mouth," Trump previously said. Fox News Digital previously reported on health concerns raised by Florida lawmakers, including a 2023 University of Antwerp study that detected PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in 27 of 39 straw brands tested, most often in paper straws. Separately, 360° Foodservice, a European food-service packaging association, previously said its member companies have a no-PFAS clause and set requirements for food-contact safety. Fox News Digital reached out to the Foodservice Packaging Institute and 360° Foodservice for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65b83726b22deeb691042 Bears Reveal Injury Designations for Two Key Offensive Targets te 2026-10-31T21:20:03.999Z Bears Reveal Injury Designations for Two Key Offensive Targets The Bears posted the injury designations for tight end Colston Loveland and running back Kyle Monangai. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65b82726b22deeb69102e Judge allows NAACP lawsuit over xAI data center pollution to move forward te 2026-10-31T21:20:02.662Z Judge allows NAACP lawsuit over xAI data center pollution to move forward An NAACP lawsuit accuses the SpaceX-owned AI company of violating the Clean Air Act. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6592e272c212045af4f5e Syracuse stuns SMU 30-27 with a go-ahead touchdown with 17 seconds left for Halloween upset te 2026-10-31T21:10:06.558Z Syracuse stuns SMU 30-27 with a go-ahead touchdown with 17 seconds left for Halloween upset This has to be one of the scariest Halloweens on record for SMU fans, after a shocking loss to Syracuse has seriously hurt their shot at an ACC Championship Game appearance, and may have also ended their chance at a College Football Playoff appearance. The Mustangs headed to central New York as the No. 19 team in the nation with some serious buzz around them potentially making it to the playoffs come the end of the season. However, the Orange — a fitting team to pull off a Halloween upset — had other ideas, winning this one 30-27. MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS: ARCH MANNING LIKES THE DISRESPECT, BIG 12'S DISASTER AND A CFP RACE IN DISARRAY One of SMU's big problems on the day involved its offensive line. Quarterback Kevin Jennings continued his strong season with a whopping 351 passing yards and two touchdowns. However, there may have been some more that got away, as the Mustangs allowed the Orange to sack him six times, including once with seconds on the clock as SMU worked to get into field goal range. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Meanwhile, Syracuse's Steve Angeli was good for 200 yards and a rushing touchdown, but none of it was as big as the go-ahead touchdown. With just 17 seconds left on the clock, Angeli hit tight end Noah Meyers to give Syracuse the lead. There was still time for SMU to potentially send this one to overtime, but an incomplete pass, the aforementioned sixth sack of the day, and a bizarre final play that went nowhere and resulted in a fumble meant Syracuse had secured the upset. You've got to love a Halloween field-storming. With Big Bird, Ninja Turtles, and more swarming the field, it always feels a bit like a fever dream. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER That was SMU's second loss of the season, the first of which came just three games into the season against Louisville. While a 6-2 record is solid, a loss to an unranked team that came in under .500 is going to be a tough sell for the CFP committee. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6592d272c212045af4f55 Transfer portal, not NIL, reason for parity, claims college football expert Brooks Austin te 2026-10-31T21:10:05.722Z Transfer portal, not NIL, reason for parity, claims college football expert Brooks Austin It's no secret that college football has seen its fair share of parity over the past few years. A sport that was once dominated by the SEC, more specifically Alabama, has become completely wide open in terms of legitimate championship contenders. It all culminated in a team like Indiana, one of the worst programs in college football history, completing a 16-0 dream season with a national championship just last year. SEC'S CRAZY, HISTORY-MAKING WEEK 7 WEEKEND IS THE LATEST EXAMPLE OF COLLEGE FOOTBALL'S NEW ERA Now in 2026, the parity has reached an all-time high, with no truly dominant team standing out eight weeks into the season. Many fans and pundits alike have attributed this to the advent of NIL, and their reasoning is fairly sound. Of course, the proliferation of talent would become "flatter" when every program is allowed to legally pay money for players. Not everyone is on board with this theory, though, and one of the voices leading the charge in the opposite direction is none other than "The Film Guy," Brooks Austin. In an exclusive interview with OutKick, Austin reasoned that it's actually the transfer portal, and not NIL, that is the cause for all this chaos in the ranks of CFB. "Everybody blames it on NIL," he explains. "I think it has far more to do with freedom of movement. The portal has changed this more than anything else." As Austin puts it, teams like Bama and Georgia can no longer stack talent and stick it on the proverbial shelf for three years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "Georgia can pay their backup just as much as Wake Forest can pay him to be a starter... so when a backup defensive tackle has been sitting on the bench for 2 years, he wants to play." Money is a factor, according to Austin, but it has just as much to do with the disappearance of depth as it does with overall funding. "I think NIL has certainly created some of this parity and created opportunities for dispersion of talent," he says. "But I think a lot of it also has to do with the fact that we're actually able to transfer, we're able to go." A perfect example is when the aforementioned Bulldogs and Crimson Tide met in the 2025 SEC Championship Game. "I remember last year in the SEC championship game, Georgia's down several starters on the offensive line, and Alabama is down several starters on their defensive line," Austin recalls. "I remember that same situation happening in 2022 before the portal got absolutely rampant and Georgia loses the starting left tackle and it's like, OK, don't worry. Here's Broderick Jones. He's a former five-star and he hasn't been playing at all, he's gonna go block Will Anderson for four quarters." "And, you know, Broderick. I don't know if he stays around for 2 years to sit on the bench nowadays, right?" A combination of NIL and the transfer portal is certainly proving to be the great equalizer in college football, but it's fairly clear one has a lot more to do with it than the other. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6592c272c212045af4f4c Cruise company founder says he's 'the villain' after 200-plus passengers are stranded te 2026-10-31T21:10:04.874Z Cruise company founder says he's 'the villain' after 200-plus passengers are stranded The captain of the Villa Vie Odyssey cruise ship is speaking out after 203 residents were forced to disembark in Cambodia due to a critical fuel shortage, calling the ordeal "really painful." The ship, which offered passengers the chance to make the ocean their permanent home, suspended its around-the-world voyage earlier this week after soaring fuel costs made continued operations financially unsustainable, according to its operator. Residents were forced to leave the vessel in the Cambodian port city of Sihanoukville, just two years after the ship set sail from Belfast, Northern Ireland, on what was supposed to be a 3 1/2-year journey around the world. THOUSANDS BOOKED TROPICAL BAHAMAS CRUISE AND ENDED UP IN FREEZING CANADA INSTEAD "I feel awful. They’re counting on me to make the decisions here, and there’s nothing else I’m focused on. I’m the villain in the story, but I’m doing everything I can to support the residents [with] a solution," Mikael Petterson, founder and executive chairman of Villa Vie Residences, told Business Insider. Some residents had paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for the chance to live aboard.  Villa Vie Residences had offered lifetime access to the ship through its "Endless Horizons" program for a one-time payment of $299,999 for a single-occupancy cabin or $499,999 for double occupancy, Fox Business reported in May 2024.  Captain Emanuele Giudice on Thursday opened up about what led to the decision to force residents off the ship. "Unfortunately, due to the shortage of fuel, we needed to shut down one generator, chiller, non-essential lights," Giudice said, as Reuters reported. CRUISE PASSENGERS FACE BLOCKED ACCESS AS ANGRY PROTESTERS SET BARRICADES ON FIRE Giudice said the shutdowns would have "created discomfort to the residents, which — we don't want that." "So we kindly asked the residents to get off the ship because our fuel situation was critical," he said. Asked who was to blame, Giudice pointed to high fuel prices, saying they had significantly affected the ship's travel. CRUISE FEE DOUBLES AT VACATION HOT SPOT AS PASSENGERS BRACE FOR EVEN STEEPER HIKES He declined to comment when a reporter asked whether the war in the Middle East and President Donald Trump were responsible. Giudice also said residents were given more than 24 hours' notice to leave the ship. Yet passengers previously told The Associated Press (AP) they received just seven hours' notice and had to make their own accommodations. Paul and Lynn Montoya, a retired couple from Wyoming, previously told AP they were repeatedly asked for fuel money. "We were tired of every two to four weeks being asked for money for fuel, money for everything," Lynn Montoya said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "We had hopes, but they just kept sinking further and further into the hole," she added. Benjamin Schatz, a retiree who had hoped to make the MV Odyssey his forever home, told CBS News he was devastated after being forced to leave the ship. "Honestly, right now, I'm in denial and in shock, and I'm heartbroken," Schatz said, as CBS reported. He added, "There are people now who are homeless and who have very little money and don't know what they're going to do." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS The company had marketed life aboard the Odyssey as an alternative to traditional retirement, appealing to retirees concerned about inflation, rising living expenses and the possibility of outliving their savings. Petterson promoted the experience as a way for retirees to live on a fixed budget without worrying about ongoing expenses. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "For less than the price of an average home, you can secure a lifetime of experiences," Petterson said at the time. Fox News Digital reached out to Villa Vie Residences for comment. The Associated Press and Reuters contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6592b272c212045af4f2c Women Voters Are a Potent Political Force in the Midterms te 2026-10-31T21:10:03.802Z Women Voters Are a Potent Political Force in the Midterms The country’s biggest demographic group — women — is the main driver of voting and has grown ever more Democratic in this election cycle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6592a272c212045af4f10 Fever Star Caitlin Clark Draws Strong Criticism Over Unique Nike Shoe Release te 2026-10-31T21:10:02.662Z Fever Star Caitlin Clark Draws Strong Criticism Over Unique Nike Shoe Release Fever star Caitlin Clark drew criticism from frustrated fans over the release of her new Nike "Jinx" signature sneakers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6547c272c212045af4e4c No 13 Texas Tech takes down No 22 Arizona in Big 12, delivers the Wildcats a crushing blow to CFP hopes te 2026-10-31T20:50:04.392Z No 13 Texas Tech takes down No 22 Arizona in Big 12, delivers the Wildcats a crushing blow to CFP hopes Halloween just became a whole lot scarier for Arizona. No. 13 Texas Tech (7-1) defeated No. 22 Arizona (6-2) 34-26, delivering a massive blow to the Wildcats' College Football Playoff chances and Big 12 championship hopes. For Texas Tech, it was its 13th-straight win at home, which tied a program record. After Texas Tech's loss to Cincinnati last week, head coach Joey McGuire benched quarterback Will Hammond for Thomas Castellanos, and the move paid off. Castellanos thrived with both his arm and his legs, as he completed 11 of 24 passes for 144 yards and two touchdowns while running for 117 yards and a touchdown. It was his fifth career game with more than 100 rushing yards. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The Texas Tech run game was fantastic, rolling up 332 yards in the win. Running back J'Koby Williams ran for 175 yards and a touchdown. However, it wasn't all great for the Red Raiders, as they fell behind early. Both teams scored on their opening drives, with Arizona getting on the board first with a 35-yard field goal from kicker Michael Salgado-Medina. Texas Tech responded with a 13-play, 75-yard touchdown drive that was capped off with Castellanos' 24-yard touchdown pass to tight end Terrance Carter Jr. to put the Red Raiders up 7-3. The two teams then traded punts and turnovers on downs before the Wildcats scored their first touchdown in epic fashion. On third-and-12 from their own 6-yard line, quarterback Noah Fifita dropped back into the end zone before scrambling to the sideline. As he scrambled, Fifita threw a dart to Isaiah Mizell, who then turned on the afterburners and raced up the sideline for a 94-yard touchdown to put Arizona up 10-7. The Wildcats then built on their lead coming out of the two-minute timeout in the second quarter with the Wildcat formation. Running back Kedrick Reescano took the direct snap and ran for the five-yard touchdown to finish the 14-play, 81-yard drive and put Arizona up 17-7. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Red Raiders managed a field goal before the first half concluded to cut the deficit to seven, making it a 17-10 game. Texas Tech built on its end-of-half momentum and scored on the opening drive of the third quarter to tie it 17-17. Castellanos faked a pitch outside before knifing through the Wildcats' defense for an eight-yard touchdown. The Wildcats didn't blink, however, as they marched down the field with a 10-play, 75-yard touchdown drive that ended with Reescano punching the ball in from the 1-yard line for his second touchdown of the day. However, the Wildcats' extra-point attempt was blocked, so Arizona had just a 23-17 lead. Texas Tech capitalized on the mistake, as on its second drive of the second half, it rifled down the field to score another third-quarter touchdown. On fourth-and-2 from the Arizona 27-yard line, Texas Tech decided to go for it on fourth down. Wide receiver Kenny Johnson ran a go route, and Castellanos found him for a touchdown. Texas Tech nailed the extra point, going up 24-23. On defense, it shut down Arizona and kept its good vibes going, as kicker Stone Harrington made his second field goal of the day, a 42-yarder, to put Texas Tech up 27-23. After trading scores to start the second half, the defenses started to show up. Arizona's response to Texas Tech's field goal fell short, as it went for it on fourth-and-1 from Texas Tech's 18-yard line, but Fifita's pass was too high for tight end Tyler Powell. Texas Tech, still up 27-23, had a chance to take a two-score lead but squandered it. Red Raiders running back Cameron Dickey fumbled, and Arizona recovered on Texas Tech's 43-yard line. However, Arizona did not take advantage of the field position, as it was forced to punt. Yet, it forced a punt from Texas Tech to get the ball back with about four and a half minutes left. Arizona then went three-and-out, as the Red Raiders' defense once again dominated the series and forced another punt, and then the offense took care of the rest. On third-and-1, with Arizona needing just one more stop to get the ball back, Williams burst through a hole in the line and scored a 64-yard touchdown, putting the Red Raiders up 34-23. Williams' touchdown marked 17 unanswered points for the Red Raiders. Arizona got a field goal late, but didn't convert the onside kick, sealing the crushing loss. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6547b272c212045af4e43 Dax Shepard admits to hitting on an A-list actress while she was still married te 2026-10-31T20:50:03.409Z Dax Shepard admits to hitting on an A-list actress while she was still married Dax Shepard confessed to flirting with an A-list actress despite knowing she was married at the time. During a recent episode of his "Armchair Expert" podcast, the 51-year-old actor was discussing his friendship with guests Erin and Sara Foster and how they got close when he was dating actress Kate Hudson, The conversation then shifted to how Shepard and Hudson became a couple, with the actor's co-host, Monica Padman, sharing he was "obsessed" with Hudson way before they got together. "What happened was I was friends with Oliver. I f- - -ing adore Oliver. I was at his house one night playing poker and she came and played and she was still with Chris," he said. "I just thought she was so f- - -ing beautiful and I was like 'Oh my god I can't believe she's here.'" DAX SHEPARD SLAMMED FOR EXPOSING LATE ERIC DANE'S PRIVATE AA STRUGGLES AFTER DEATH Despite knowing the actress was married, the podcast host said he "gave her everything I had in the reserve tank." He recalled leaving that night thinking, "Well, that's as good of a job as one can do. She's married. Who cares?" and that he could walk away knowing he had "a great first showing." Following Hudson's separation from Chris Robinson, Shepard ran into her at a dinner hosted by their mutual friend, Steve Brill, and took his chance. "Now she's single and I’m like, ‘Let’s see if we can f- - -ing muster up this magic and get it going again,’" he said. "And then I got it going again. And then from that night on we were just together every single day." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The two dated for a few months in 2007 but remained friendly following their break-up. During an appearance on his podcast in November 2019, Hudson and Shepard revealed that they initially were playing a joke on the paparazzi when they walked out of Nobu together holding hands, but then it ended up leading to something more. "I was acting mad at the paparazzi that they were invading our privacy," Shepard explained. "And then it just somehow led to hanging out!" "Then I wanted to have sex with him," Hudson added. "It was like the perfect move." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE After they went their separate ways, Shepard began dating actress Kristen Bell, who he tied the knot with in 2013. They now share two daughters, Lincoln, 13, and Delta, 11. Hudson was later engaged to Muse front man Matthew Bellamy from 2011 until they broke up in 2014. In their time together they welcomed one son, Bingham, 15, who joined Hudson's son Ryder, 22, from her relationship with Robinson. She is now engaged to Danny Fujikawa, who she began dating in 2016. They share one child together, a daughter named Rani, 8. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6547a272c212045af4e3a USA Sports and NBC claim record WNBA Finals ratings, but the comparisons leave out important context te 2026-10-31T20:50:02.412Z USA Sports and NBC claim record WNBA Finals ratings, but the comparisons leave out important context USA Sports announced Saturday that Game 6 of the WNBA Finals averaged 1.5 million viewers on Thursday afternoon. I'll admit, that number raised my eyebrows. A game that tipped off at 12:30 p.m. Eastern, or 9:30 a.m. in the morning in the Golden State Valkyries' home market, outdrew last year's championship clincher in primetime? USA Sports says it did, by 4%. The release combines viewers across USA Network, E! and SYFY with streaming led by Peacock, but doesn't break out how much of the audience came from television or streaming. WNBA BAILED OUT OF SCHEDULING DISASTER AS ANGEL REESE, DREAM FORCE GAME 7 USA Sports and NBC Sports have been promoting record audiences throughout the Finals, with WNBA PR also distributing their releases through an NBA employee. NBC called its 2.1 million audience for Game 1 the largest ever for a Finals opener. USA Sports touted Game 3's 1.71 million as the biggest Game 3 audience since 1999 and the highest ever on cable. Those figures, like the Game 6 announcement, combined television and streaming. NBC called Game 4 between the Valkyries and Atlanta Dream the most-watched Game 4 in WNBA Finals history, reporting 1.9 million viewers across NBC and Peacock. The release touted a 14% increase over the previous record of 1.67 million for the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx on ESPN in 2024. Keep in mind, ESPN requires paid access. NBC is available free over the air, and this year's game also had Peacock. According to Sports Media Watch, NBC's television audience was 1.66 million, slightly below the previous reported ESPN record. Another 232,000 came from streaming measured separately by Adobe Analytics. That addition put NBC's combined figure over the old mark, but NBC didn't include the breakdown in its release. DREAM, VALKYRIES LEAVE COURT BEFORE T.I.'S 10-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER SINGS WNBA FINALS ANTHEM I wrote about this measurement issue in July, when CBS and NBC both claimed the season's biggest WNBA audience. Even the Nielsen numbers come from different measurement systems. Nielsen made Big Data + Panel its standard in 2025, combining its household panel with information from smart TVs and set-top boxes across 45 million households. The 2024 ESPN figure predates that standard. Nielsen also expanded its out-of-home measurement in 2025, increasing coverage from 66% to 100% of the contiguous U.S. television population, and it includes viewing in places such as bars and restaurants. Then, on Aug. 31 of this year, it introduced changes intended to better capture how many people watch together, using wearable devices that pick up television audio. Nielsen says its changes are intended to improve accuracy and don't guarantee higher ratings. But if better measurement captures someone who was already watching the WNBA, that person isn't a new fan. USA Sports promoted Monday's 1.4 million viewers across USA Network, CNBC and Peacock as the second-most-watched Finals Game 5 ever. Its release acknowledged that the 2024 Liberty-Lynx clincher held the record. What it didn't include was that game's audience: 2.15 million on ESPN, putting this year's reported total about 35% below it. The 2024 Finals were a best-of-five series, making Game 5 a winner-take-all matchup for the championship. The WNBA expanded to best-of-seven in 2025, and this year's Game 5 began with the series tied 2-2, so neither team could clinch the title. Monday's game also faced Cowboys-Eagles on "Monday Night Football," which drew 18.8 million viewers, plus the World Series at 8.3 million and NBA regular-season games. VALKYRIES PLAYER'S DAD PUTS WNBA ON BLAST FOR UNUSUAL FINALS START: 'LEAGUE'S FAULT' The release did, however, highlight an 8% increase over Game 2. It also described Game 5 as the "third consecutive game that USA Sports has posted record viewership." The releases cite Adobe Analytics for their streaming audiences, but they don't identify who independently verified those figures or provide the data behind them. Adobe's documentation describes an average-minute audience calculation based on time spent watching divided by the content's duration or a selected reporting period. Its software lets customers choose reporting windows and, for certain calculations, whether viewing time includes commercials. NBC's release doesn't specify those settings or explain how the streaming calculation was matched to its television measurement. Michael Mulvihill, Fox's president of insights and analytics, posted on X that Nielsen had told clients: "Mixing internal or third-party data with Nielsen metrics to make comparative statements in the press is not permissible." He added, "Hopefully this clear, fair policy will be rigorously enforced during football season." NBC's own Sept. 14 release for the NFL season opener attributed its combined NBC and Peacock audience to "Nielsen Big Data inclusive of first party data." Its WNBA releases still combine Nielsen and Adobe figures. NBC should explain what independent verification applies to the WNBA streaming numbers and how its record claims fit Nielsen's policy. For Game 6, USA Sports cited Nielsen's "panel-only" data alongside Adobe Analytics. Its releases for Games 2, 3 and 5 used Nielsen's Big Data + Panel figures, plus Adobe. Nielsen says Big Data + Panel figures generally take two to three days to arrive, and its press policy allows preliminary reporting for single-day events. So, the panel-only figure could be an early estimate while USA Sports waits for the final number. The Game 6 release doesn't say that, though. And it doesn't label the figure preliminary or explain the switch. Game 6 was moved from 8 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. so it could be played at State Farm Arena, with the Hawks playing there that night. In announcing the move, the WNBA and NBA said they would join the broadcasters in a coordinated promotional push to get viewers to the new time slot. The move also took the game out of direct competition with "Thursday Night Football." USA Sports has enough confidence in the figure to rank Game 6 as the fifth-most-watched WNBA Finals game on cable. Then it should be able to tell us whether the number is final and how much of it actually came from cable. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65224272c212045af4d88 Arctic wolf attacks child during zookeeper event, girl airlifted to hospital te 2026-10-31T20:40:04.116Z Arctic wolf attacks child during zookeeper event, girl airlifted to hospital An Arctic wolf attacked an 8-year-old girl during a special zookeeper event at a wildlife park, leaving her seriously injured. The event took place Oct. 28 at Wildpark Johannismühle, located just outside the town of Baruth/Mark, Germany, which is about 45 miles south of Berlin, according to a news release from the Teltow-Fläming district. While caretakers were giving water to the animals in the enclosure, the young girl was injured by "at least one wolf," a Brandenburg Police report said. MAN CAUGHT ON CAMERA APPROACHING, SPRAYING UNKNOWN SUBSTANCE TOWARD YELLOWSTONE WOLVES: RANGER The girl was treated by first responders before being airlifted to a hospital in Berlin. Her condition has not been made public, but she sustained critical head injuries, local news outlet Bild reported. Two other girls were in the enclosure at the time, but the animal caretaker who was present took actions to protect them. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Chaplains are working with four people, including three children, to provide emotional support in the wake of the incident, the Teltow-Fläming news release said. An investigation into the incident is underway. The proper special authorities, which in this case include The Lower Nature Conservation Authority and the Veterinary and Food Surveillance Office, will be given a police report and determine next steps, according to the news release. "The Veterinary and Food Surveillance Office will visit the wildlife park promptly and carry out an on-site animal welfare control," the release noted. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "A professional assessment of the health and behavior of the wolf, or of any wolves potentially involved, in connection with the incident is not yet available," it continued.  "Such assessments will be subject to further investigation." Wildpark Johannismühle advertises multiple up-close encounters with animals. During the park’s "Zookeeper for a Day" experiences, visitors can "maintain enclosures, prepare food, occupy and feed animals — and learn a lot of exciting background knowledge about our wildlife park residents," the website says. It calls the encounters "a look behind the scenes that normal visitors do not get." It also says, "For our younger animal fans, we also offer the small animal caretaker day. Here, children can support the animal caretakers in their work for half a day (7:20 a.m.-1:30 p.m.), help and playfully get an exciting insight into everyday professional life — age-appropriate, supervised and with a lot of animal proximity." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Both Arctic and gray wolves inhabit the wildlife park, which will remain closed until Nov. 2, according to the website. "We very much hope that the child recovers soon, and wish all those affected a lot of strength to process what they experienced," Björn Christian Paterok of the Teltow-Fläming district said in the news release. Fox News Digital reached out to Wildpark Johannismühle for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae65223272c212045af4d7f Kid Rock reveals what he told French President Macron after Trump unexpectedly handed him phone on golf course te 2026-10-31T20:40:03.110Z Kid Rock reveals what he told French President Macron after Trump unexpectedly handed him phone on golf course Musician Kid Rock drew laughs from comedian Bill Maher's audience as he recounted how a golf outing with President Donald Trump ended with the singer on the phone with French President Emmanuel Macron. During Friday's episode of HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher," Kid Rock said he was golfing with Trump when the president handed him a phone with Macron on the line. "That was funny. Yeah, we’re out golfing. I hate speaking out of school, but this is just a fun one," Kid Rock said. He told Maher that Trump was taking calls throughout their golf outing. DAVID MARCUS: BILL MAHER'S NO REPUBLICAN, HE'S JUST A RARE DEMOCRAT WHO THINKS "The guy’s taking calls all day," Kid Rock said. "He’s working while you’re golfing. This guy does not stop working. We can all agree on that. He sleeps maybe four or five hours a night. So we’re out there, Macron calls, we’re out there, [Trump’s] talking to him." Kid Rock -- whose real name is Robert Ritchie -- then described how Trump handed him the phone while he stood beside the president's golf cart. "We’re all standing there," Kid Rock continued. [Trump’s] like, ‘Hey, I’m here with the great Kid Rock,’ like Macron knows who I am, and he’s like, ‘Bob, say hello.’" "So he gives me the phone and I’m like, ‘Hello, Mr. President,’" he added. "And I’m like, ‘I’m from the Paris of the Midwest: Detroit.’ And Trump leaves, he gets in the golf cart." BILL MAHER FIRES BACK AT LIBERAL CRITICS OVER SECOND TRUMP DINNER Maher laughed as Kid Rock described the exchange, telling the audience, "He leaves Macron on the phone with Kid Rock." Kid Rock concluded the story by mimicking his conversation with Macron, adding, "I was like, ‘So what else you been up to?'" Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment.  The musician’s recounting of the phone call drew laughs from Maher, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and journalist Jim VandeHei. The anecdote came during an episode in which Maher also fired back at a lengthy Truth Social post from Trump criticizing the comedian following their second White House dinner. Kid Rock and ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith also attended the dinner. BILL MAHER RECOUNTS LARRY DAVID FALLING OUT, CELEBRITY BACKLASH AFTER TRUMP WHITE HOUSE DINNER "Eating with Trump is a lot like dating Taylor Swift," Maher said. "It’s a lot of fun at the time but later on, they’re tearing you a new a------." Kid Rock’s story — and Maher’s apparent prompting — drew the ire of Democratic political strategist Kaivon Shroff, who told Fox News Digital the comedian’s knee-slapping was anything but candid. "If Barack Obama had handed Emmanuel Macron off to some celebrity on a golf course and driven away, Maher would have gone on a ten-minute rant about how unserious, embarrassing and beneath the presidency it was," Shroff said. "Trump does it and suddenly Maher is pounding the table laughing like it is the funniest thing he has ever heard." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "So spare me the idea that this is some spontaneous, authentic reaction. It is a performance," Shroff told Fox News Digital. "He is putting on a show for the audience and trying to sell them on Trump as charming in a way he never would have tolerated from a Democratic president." "His whole brand is the liberal who bashes other liberals," Shroff said. "But at some point if all you do is bash Democrats, pal around with Kid Rock, and suck up to Trump — you’re just a Republican." Fox News Digital reached out to Maher for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64fd1272c212045af4d39 Mohave Accelerated football falls in hard-fought quarterfinal game te 2026-10-31T20:30:09.930Z Mohave Accelerated football falls in hard-fought quarterfinal game Van Jarman (28) high-fives Eddie Martinez (23) after getting a tackle on Panther Ryland Duarte. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64fd0272c212045af4d30 Mohave Accelerated football falls in hard-fought quarterfinal game te 2026-10-31T20:30:08.977Z Mohave Accelerated football falls in hard-fought quarterfinal game Rylan Krahenbuhl rushes the ball in the loss on Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64fca272c212045af4cd1 Duke Star Makes History With Record-Breaking Game Against Boston College te 2026-10-31T20:30:02.756Z Duke Star Makes History With Record-Breaking Game Against Boston College Duke's star running back broke multiple records in their 47-2 blowout over Boston College, moving the Blue Devils to 6-2. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64d75272c212045af4ca8 NAU men’s basketball takes ‘lone wolf’ approach ahead of 2026-27 season te 2026-10-31T20:20:05.228Z NAU men’s basketball takes ‘lone wolf’ approach ahead of 2026-27 season The NAU men’s basketball season begins next week, with head coach Shane Burcar and his staff taking a new approach in building a roster and seeking out high-level competition. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64d73272c212045af4c80 Team USA standout Jack Alexy sets 100m freestyle world record at USA Swimming Short Course Trials te 2026-10-31T20:20:03.376Z Team USA standout Jack Alexy sets 100m freestyle world record at USA Swimming Short Course Trials There’s a new world record holder in the men’s 100 freestyle, as Jack Alexy, who represented the United States in the 2024 Paris Olympics, smashed the accolade on Saturday. Alexy, racing for the California Golden Bears in the 2026 USA Swimming Short Course World Championship Trials in Westmont, Illinois, came down the final stretch in the pool with a chance to break the previous 44.84-second record. Reaching for the wall, Alexy got his hand on it at 44.64. As he looked up at the final time, he slapped the water in elation, understanding that he is in the record books now. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Alexy has flirted with the world record in the past, winning his first individual gold medal in the men’s 100-meter free final at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Budapest in December 2024. He had an official time of 45.38 seconds. AMERICAN JACK ALEXY WINS FIRST INDIVIDUAL GOLD MEDAL IN MEN’S 100M FREE FINAL AT WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS Alexy’s Team USA teammate from Paris, Chris Guiliano, swimming for the University of Notre Dame, finished second in this race with a final time of 45.22. And another Olympian, Caeleb Dressel, came in third at 45.65. Alexy took home his first gold medal in the 4x100-meter freestyle at the Paris Olympics in 2024. Then, he broke the American and world championship record with a lead-off time of 45.05 seconds in Hungary months later. Guiliano was also on that relay squad. This world record comes four weeks after Russia’s Egor Kornev equaled the world record in the short-course version of the 100-meter freestyle during the World Cup competition. "That felt pretty good," Alexy said after his race, per Swimming World Magazine. "The goal was to qualify for the 50 and 100 individually. I was pretty confident I could get that done after this morning. "I tried to ride the adrenaline of the crowd. Any time I have the opportunity to race against a U.S. field like that at a selection meet, it is more nerve-wracking, which is a good thing. It is a good thing to have that pressure because that is what we will be facing." Alexy added that he’s hoping to go even faster in Beijing for the World Aquatics Swimming Championships, which will take place from Dec. 1 to 6. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64d72272c212045af4c77 'American Idol' star Bo Bice trades signature rocker look for new image as fans sound off te 2026-10-31T20:20:02.361Z 'American Idol' star Bo Bice trades signature rocker look for new image as fans sound off Long-haired rocker Bo Bice is a thing of the past — at least for now. The former "American Idol" runner-up drew mixed reactions from fans after unveiling a dramatic transformation on Instagram. Bice traded his familiar long-haired rocker look for a shorter hairstyle, pairing it with sunglasses, layered necklaces and an open patterned shirt. "Very different look but I would suggest to ditch the necklaces and button up the shirt," one Instagram user commented. TAYLOR HICKS ADMITS LIFE AFTER WINNING 'AMERICAN IDOL' WAS 'A LOT TOUGHER THAN IT SEEMS' Another Instagram user was even less impressed, writing, "I don't care at all for the new look! It's awful. Do, however, like to [hear] him sing. Not onto that look at all! YUK!" Bice appeared to embrace the change, sharing a split-screen "Then and Now" photo that compared his longtime rocker image with his new look. COUNTRY ROCKER KOE WETZEL SAYS MIRROR REFLECTION AFTER FISHING TRIP SPARKED BODY TRANSFORMATION "Well, well, Tinkerbell... Who's THAT guy?!" he joked in the Instagram caption. The graphic featured the words "A BRAND NEW MAN · RESURRECTED 2027." Despite the criticism, other fans praised Bice's new appearance. "Look good! Glad you are back!" one person wrote. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Another commented, "You looked good then and now. Keep rockin!" "Let's go Bo!! I was cheering for you then & now as well!!" a third fan added. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Bice also hinted at a musical comeback after a two-year music hiatus. "Ain't it funny what 2 years'll do in your life," he wrote. "I haven't released new music since Born of Heroes Blood - Hollywood Independent Music Awards for Most Impactful Song of the Year - Vocalist- Bo Bice." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "Here's a blast from my past and a glimpse into my future with a new life, new style, but the same southern soul. I'm here to offer you a #BRANDNEWMAN!" Bice rose to fame during the fourth season of "American Idol" in 2005, finishing as runner-up to Carrie Underwood.  His gritty vocals, Southern rock sound and signature long hair helped make him one of the season's most recognizable contestants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b28272c212045af4c21 Maricopa’s newest taco spot is ready to shell-ebrate te 2026-10-31T20:10:16.248Z Maricopa’s newest taco spot is ready to shell-ebrate The Taco Spot is finally ready to make it official.  The grand opening takes place tomorrow, beginning with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. followed by live music, face painting and entertainment.  Festivities include afternoon performances by La Banda Alterada and La Solucion.  The opening comes about a month after the restaurant — 44600 W. Smith-Enke Road, Suite 101 — hosted its the soft opening date that gave staff a chance to train and learn the rhythm of the restaurant.  Owners Emmanuel Flores and Cristina Ruiz previously told InMaricopa they wanted a fresh start for the former Barro’s Pizza location and gave the space a full interior renovation, including new appliances, layout and fixtures. The interior décor is a nod to the city’s history, complete with murals of horses.   Alongside Antojitos Lindamar, which offers desserts, ice cream, and fruit, Taco Spot serves tacos and birria.   “We’re just excited to be able to serve all the people in Maricopa,” Flores said. “[We’re] looking forward to taking away your problems one taco at a time.”   The post Maricopa’s newest taco spot is ready to shell-ebrate appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b21272c212045af4c14 Celebrate NaNoWriMo in Flagstaff te 2026-10-31T20:10:09.137Z Celebrate NaNoWriMo in Flagstaff November is a chance for many writers to revive an old project, begin a new one or find their love for writing once again. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b20272c212045af4c0b Coconino football wins 10th straight city rivalry game te 2026-10-31T20:10:08.043Z Coconino football wins 10th straight city rivalry game The Coconino Panthers won their 10th straight city rivalry game over Flagstaff with five interceptions by five different players in a dominant effort. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b1e272c212045af4c02 'Drawn Together' exhibit at Northern Arizona University deconstructs what sets artists apart te 2026-10-31T20:10:06.871Z 'Drawn Together' exhibit at Northern Arizona University deconstructs what sets artists apart Exhibit pairs work of established artists with creations of those who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b1d272c212045af4bdd NFL to review additional abuse allegations against Packers star Josh Jacobs following May arrest te 2026-10-31T20:10:05.119Z NFL to review additional abuse allegations against Packers star Josh Jacobs following May arrest Since Josh Jacobs was arrested in May after an incident in which a woman claimed he threw her to the ground, records show several other women have come forward with allegations of their own against him. The other women's abuse allegations are detailed in records from the Hobart/Lawrence Police Department first obtained by NBC 26. The documents also contain new details about the incident that led to the Green Bay Packers running back’s arrest in May. "We will review these allegations as part of the investigation which has remained open," the NFL told OutKick in a statement. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE One woman contacted police in June 2026 about an alleged incident involving Jacobs in January 2022. The woman told police that the allegations against Jacobs from the investigation into the May incident sounded similar to her experience with him, according to the records. The woman was not identified. The woman believed her alleged experience with Jacobs could be relevant to the May 2026 case, and she contacted police because she wanted people to believe the woman involved in the incident. The woman claimed she had communicated with Jacobs for about six months before spending around 11 hours at his home. The woman then alleged that after she told Jacobs she hadn’t come there for sex, he became angry, slapped her across the face and told her not to disrespect him. She said he allegedly took her phone and threw it into a swimming pool when she attempted to leave, and that he grabbed her by the hair, threw her onto a bed, pinned her down, threw her to the floor and said, "I should kill you right now." She said Jacobs also spit on her. The woman said she hadn’t previously reported the alleged incident to law enforcement because she remained friends with Jacobs afterward and was concerned her allegations wouldn’t be believed. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Another woman told police she allegedly had sex with Jacobs in April 2021. The woman said his condom broke, so she told Jacobs to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases because they both had been involved with other people. The woman claimed Jacobs later removed her from the residence, grabbed her by the arms and bicep area, pushed her against a wall and threw her belongings out. She told police that she sustained bruises to her arms and swelling in her rib area. Hobart/Lawrence police said they obtained records from that incident indicating that officers observed "no visible signs of injury, bruising or damage consistent with a physical altercation." Another woman alleged she had met Jacobs through social media and that he flew her to a residence in May 2022. She described an alleged altercation in which Jacobs grabbed her by the hair, placed his hands on her head and neck, dragged her, scratched her chest and took her phone after it fell to the floor. The woman claimed she got bruises on her arm and scratches to her chest and neck. She said she didn’t report the incident to police because she wasn’t a U.S. citizen at the time and Jacobs told her she could be deported. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Jacobs' lawyers — David Z. Chesnoff, Richard A. Schonfeld and Clarence F. Duchac III — issued a statement Saturday on their client's behalf: "The Brown County District Attorney’s office had these uncorroborated, old, and previously unreported allegations for months. They conducted their own exhaustive investigation, along with the police department, and the D.A. determined that only two misdemeanor charges were warranted. They then entered into a plea agreement with Josh Jacobs. Josh has repeatedly expressed his remorse and is honoring the terms of the agreement." OutKick reached out to the Packers and Jacobs’ agent but did not immediately receive a response. The records released Friday also offered more details of the May 23 incident that led to Jacobs’ arrest. According to the criminal complaint released in August, the woman told them that Jacobs grabbed her and threw her to the ground as she was trying to exit a garage door, causing her to hit her head. Police said Jacobs also took her phone from her while she was on the ground. The records released Friday noted the woman said that while they were still in the home, Jacobs lunged at her, pinned her on the bed with his body weight on her chest and put his hand on her mouth and nose, so that she felt she couldn’t breathe. She also indicated that she believed she lost consciousness for a brief time when the confrontation moved to the garage. Jacobs pleaded no contest last month to misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property. Jacobs had not been allowed to play or practice while on the commissioner’s exempt list. He was removed from the list last week, but the NFL is still conducting its investigation. In his two games since returning to the 5-3 Packers, Jacobs has rushed 32 times for 75 yards and a touchdown, averaging just 2.3 yards per carry. The three-time Pro Bowler has been more productive as a receiver, catching 11 passes for 68 yards and two touchdowns. After scoring one of his touchdowns in the Packers’ 27-19 win over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday, Jacobs had a controversial touchdown celebration. He insisted he wasn’t making light of his recent arrest and that the celebration was instead inspired by a gospel song. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b1c272c212045af4bd4 Veteran Dem operative says subpar GOP candidates poised to hand over Senate majority te 2026-10-31T20:10:04.200Z Veteran Dem operative says subpar GOP candidates poised to hand over Senate majority A top Democratic operative warned that poor campaigns and candidate choice from Republicans are opening the door for Democrats to seize control of the Senate during an interview with Fox News Digital. Dan Turrentine, who served as chief of staff to current Colorado Gov. Jared Polis when he was a member of Congress, said several close Senate races seem to be trending Democrat in the leadup to Tuesday's election. "Five days out, Democrats have a pretty good chance to retake the Senate," Turrentine said. He cited several races, including North Carolina, where incumbent Republican Sen. Thom Tillis is retiring. That seat, which has long been red, seems poised to flip as polls show former Gov. Roy Cooper holds a commanding lead over former Republican National Committee chairman Michael Whatley. SENATE CONTROL IS A COIN FLIP — AND DEMOCRATS’ PATH RUNS THROUGH TRUMP COUNTRY Republicans, who are widely projected to lose their slim House majority, currently hold a 53-47 lead in the Senate. In addition to North Carolina, a number of surprisingly close Senate races in both swing states like Ohio and Michigan, and in typically deep red states such as Texas, Kansas and Missouri, have Democrats like Turrentine hopeful they can gain full control of Congress on Tuesday. While crediting smart campaigning from Democrats, Turrentine also pinned Republican shortcomings on what he called poor candidate quality. He cited Ken Paxton in Texas, Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi, Roger Marshall in Kansas and Darlene Graham Nordone, who is running to take the seat of her late brother, former Sen. Lindsey Graham. GOP SENATE MAJORITY FACES FRESH UNCERTAINTY AS 2 KEY RACES TIGHTEN DAYS BEFORE MIDTERMS "If Republicans lose the Senate, it’s likely one of those four loses," said Turrentine, who hosts "The Huddle" podcast with former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer. "While the president's standing is part of the problem, that last mile comes down to weak candidate quality." FOX NEWS POWER RANKINGS: SOUTH CAROLINA MOVES TO TOSS-UP But while Democrats are performing well in polls, Turrentine acknowledged that previous surveys have overstated support for his party. "Campaigns are terrified about polling," he said, adding that "reaching voters is harder than ever; people don't have landlines and routinely ignore unknown numbers." THE SILENT MAJORITY PROBLEM AND WHY CAMPAIGN POLLSTERS KEEP 'FIGHTING THE LAST WAR' ON ELECTIONS "We’ve had consecutive change elections — 2016, 2022, 2024 — where polling struggled to capture late-breaking dynamics. Will frustrated Trump voters stay home, or will early Democratic surges in Texas just reflect high-propensity voters banking votes early rather than expanding the electorate? Nobody knows, and people have a knot in their stomach about Tuesday," he said. Turrentine was a even more confident in a Democratic takeover of the Senate before this week's bombshell New York Times report alleging that Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola helped recruit a man named Daniel J. Sullivan to run against incumbent Sen. Daniel S. Sullivan, R-Alaska, to ostensibly confuse voters into accidentally choosing Daniel J. Sullivan over the incumbent senator. MARY PELTOLA'S CAMPAIGN, DEMS BACKED COVERT SCHEME TO FIELD SPOILER CANDIDATES IN ALASKA SENATE RACE: REPORT Peltola has denied any involvement in the former Sullivan's campaign. "Peltola has led almost every single poll until yesterday. Like so many of these states, Democrats win on disgruntled Republicans. It wouldn't take much for those voters to say they can't stomach the Democrat," said Turrentine, adding that the Frontier State may now be a tossup. If Alaska's Senate seat slips from the Democrats' grip, a majority could come down to the Democrats winning Ohio, Texas and one of Michigan, Maine, Kansas or Mississippi, Turrentine said. "In Maine, we've spent entire careers thinking we’re going to defeat [GOP incumbent] Susan Collins. It feels slightly different this time, but it also doesn't; she’s within a point or two. No Democrat wants the majority coming down to Maine or Alaska," he added. Collins trails Graham Platner replacement Troy Jackson 49-45, according to a recent CNN poll. If the Democrats do take the Senate, Turrentine suggested, they will have to contend with the rising tide of socialism and an increasingly popular far-left wing within the party. "This tension between who will be what I'll call the majority makers and the base that feels like... both feel like, 'You need me,' right? A moderate can't win if the base doesn't turn out," Turrentine added. He relayed party criticisms of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who is poised to become speaker should the Democrats wrest control of the lower chamber from the GOP. "Nobody knows where Hakeem Jeffries comes down. And no one knows who Hakeem Jeffries is," Turrentine said. "Pelosi had the trust of both wings; Hakeem Jeffries still faces questions from both sides about where he stands, all while [Senate Minority Leader] Chuck Schumer watches for a primary challenge from his left," he added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64b1b272c212045af4ba1 Trump Shares Picture of Reuters Reporter After Midterms Travel Question te 2026-10-31T20:10:03.004Z Trump Shares Picture of Reuters Reporter After Midterms Travel Question During the exchange, Trump defended his health and took aim at the reporter who asked about the change to his campaign schedule. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae648c4272c212045af4b2a Arizona Wide Receiver Carted off Field With Scary Injury te 2026-10-31T20:00:04.607Z Arizona Wide Receiver Carted off Field With Scary Injury Arizona WR R.J. Mosley suffered a lower-body injury after catching his first pass in the game against Texas Tech. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae648c3272c212045af4b21 NFL to Review New Allegations Against Packers Star Josh Jacobs te 2026-10-31T20:00:03.453Z NFL to Review New Allegations Against Packers Star Josh Jacobs The NFL will review new allegations against Packers star RB Josh Jacobs, adding more uncertainty to his future in Green Bay. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6466a272c212045af4aae NC State 'In Serious Discussion' With NFL Legend to Become New Head Coach te 2026-10-31T19:50:02.609Z NC State 'In Serious Discussion' With NFL Legend to Become New Head Coach NC State is reportedly "in serious discussions" with an NFL legend to become its next football coach after Dave Doeren's firing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae64412272c212045af4a4e El-Sayed’s Campaign Doesn’t Want Haley Stevens at His Events te 2026-10-31T19:40:02.205Z El-Sayed’s Campaign Doesn’t Want Haley Stevens at His Events Tensions have flared between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, and his former primary rival, leaving uncertainty about their scheduled joint event on Sunday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae641bb272c212045af49ed Trump prosecutions under Biden set precedent for DOJ’s Alaska ‘Decoy Dan’ probe, ex-FEC chair says te 2026-10-31T19:30:03.374Z Trump prosecutions under Biden set precedent for DOJ’s Alaska ‘Decoy Dan’ probe, ex-FEC chair says The Justice Department is investigating allegations that Democratic operatives recruited Alaska Senate candidate Daniel J. Sullivan, dubbed "Decoy Dan," to siphon votes from Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan—prompting liberal-leaning election-law experts to accuse the Trump administration of federal overreach. But former Federal Election Commission member Hans von Spakovsky argued that the Biden-era Justice Department’s prosecution of Donald Trump over alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election laid the groundwork for the Alaska probe. "The Justice Department has talked about a potential conspiracy to defraud the voters of Alaska and people are saying, 'Oh, he's got no case. That's a weak case,'" Spakovsky, senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, told Fox News Digital. "Well, I suggest you do a Google search and pull up the indictment that Jack Smith got against Donald Trump in the District of Columbia. He set a precedent for this." Joined by FBI officials and Alaska State Troopers, Alaska U.S. Attorney Michael Heyman announced at a Friday press conference that the Justice Department has been investigating whether Daniel J. Sullivan, a retired school teacher who will appear on the ballot without a party affiliation, was colluding with Democratic operatives tied to Democratic candidate Mary Peltola's campaign. The Justice Department previously sued Alaska election officials, seeking to block certification if Sen. Dan Sullivan loses re-election by fewer votes than those cast for Daniel J. Sullivan. The lawsuit was amended Friday to include reporting by The New York Times that the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and senior aides of Peltola's campaign allegedly worked to recruit candidates who could pull votes away from Sen. Sulllivan. Heyman mentioned the Times reporting repeatedly in the press conference. MARY PELTOLA'S CAMPAIGN, DEMS BACKED COVERT SCHEME TO FIELD SPOILER CANDIDATES IN ALASKA SENATE RACE: REPORT "We are taking that extremely seriously," Hetman said. Sources at the Justice Department told Fox News Thursday that the Trump administration had issued more than 30 subpoeanas in a span of 24 hours as part of its criminal investigation into the alleged collusion, but Heyman did not say at the press conference what criminal charges are being pursued. "I'm not making any assumptions on whether a crime has been committed or not," Heyman said. "That's why we are conducting that thorough investigation." Von Spakovsky, a former Federal Election Commission commissioner, said potential indictments of Democratic operatives in the Alaska Senate race could rely on federal statutes similar to those Smith, the former special counsel, used in his 2023 indictment of Trump over alleged efforts to overturn the election. Spakovsky pointed to charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy against rights. In Trump’s case, prosecutors alleged that he used fraud and deceit to obstruct the federal government’s process for certifying the 2020 election and conspired to deprive voters of having their lawful votes counted and honored. Spakovsky said prosecutors could potentially apply similar theories in Alaska if they determine that Democratic operatives knowingly recruited Daniel J. Sullivan to confuse voters and divert votes from Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan. ALASKA'S GOVERNOR ORDERS INVESTIGATION AFTER NYT REPORT ON ALLEGED DEM-LINKED SENATE ELECTION SCHEME Smith's "indictment is basically along exactly those same lines, claiming that that Donald Trump was trying to defraud U.S. voters from fair and honest elections. So Jack Smith and Democrats, they set the precedent for the kind of investigation Justice Department is doing now." Aubrey Wieber, executive director of 907 Initiative, a progressive advocacy group running critical ads against Sen. Sullivan, told Alaska Public Media that the press conference announcing the investigation "on the eve of the election" may be stemming from ulterior motives. "One could say it appears that they are trying to interfere in an election and put their thumb on the scale," Wieber said. The Justice Department's lawsuit was filed on Oct. 22, prompting a parade of condemnations from those who argued the federal government had "no authority" to intervene, with many pointing to the Alaska Supreme Court rejecting the state's push to disqualify Daniel J. Sullivan from appearing on the ballot. GOVERNOR PROBING 'DECOY DAN' SULLIVAN ELECTION SCANDAL WARNS SYSTEM FLAW HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT "DOJ's theory: two candidates named Sullivan might confuse voters. The Alaska Supreme Court settled that in June and the ballot labels the incumbent. DOJ has no role in state election law," Omar Noureldin, senior vice president of policy and litigation at Common Cause of Common Cause, a self-described no-partisan watchdog organization. Spakovsky called recruiting a candidate with the same name as a political opponent a "dirty trick," but said the recruitment itself was not necessarily a criminal violation. He said the legal analysis could change if operatives paid the candidate or provided services to help organize his campaign. "The place you run into potential issues is not only if you just recruit a candidate, but you’re being paid to recruit that candidate, and you then provide services to help him run his campaign and organize it," Spakovsky said. Providing campaign assistance outside of being a volunteer is an in-kind contribution subject to federal reporting and contribution rules. Spakovsky said any failure to properly report such contributions could create a separate campaign-finance violation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae641ba272c212045af49b9 Raiders Add Another Offensive Weapon Hours Before Jets Game te 2026-10-31T19:30:02.137Z Raiders Add Another Offensive Weapon Hours Before Jets Game The Raiders receive a timely boost ahead of Sunday's Jets matchup as a key offensive player nears his return from injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63f63272c212045af493b LeBron James Makes NBA History in 76ers' Thrilling NBA Cup Win te 2026-10-31T19:20:03.964Z LeBron James Makes NBA History in 76ers' Thrilling NBA Cup Win LeBron James makes NBA history with a clutch 20-point performance as the 76ers defeat the Knicks 98-93 in their NBA Cup opener. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63f62272c212045af4932 Nick Saban Picks Former Team as Surprise Championship Sleeper te 2026-10-31T19:20:02.898Z Nick Saban Picks Former Team as Surprise Championship Sleeper Nick Saban names his former team a surprise national championship sleeper as the SEC's crowded CFP race heats up. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63d0d272c212045af48e1 Heidi Klum leads celebs with over-the-top couples' Halloween costumes through the years te 2026-10-31T19:10:05.407Z Heidi Klum leads celebs with over-the-top couples' Halloween costumes through the years Couples' costumes on Halloween are always fan favorites, and even more so when it's a celebrity couple. Heidi Klum and her husband look unrecognizable on the red carpet every year in head-to-toe prosthetics, while Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. have referenced iconic movies from the '80s in the past. Here are some of the best couples' Halloween costumes from over the years. The official Queen of Halloween always goes above and beyond for her annual Halloween party, and her husband, Tom Kaulitz, plays along each year. At her party in 2025, the couple looked unrecognizable as they posed for photos on the red carpet. Klum dressed as the Greek mythological character, Medusa, while Kaulitz dressed as a warrior she had turned into stone. The costume consisted of a full green prosthetic bodysuit with scales and a tail following behind her, with fake teeth and a crown of snakes on top of her head, which actually moved. "I love for people to see this and think whatever they want to think for the first time when I go on the red carpet," she told Fox News Digital in 2024. "I never like to share it before, because then people are gonna be like, ‘Oh, it wasn’t as good as I thought it was gonna be.'" In 2024, Klum and Kaulitz arrived to the annual Halloween party dressed as different versions of E.T. from the hit '80s movie, "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial." Kaulitz dressed as the more traditional version of E.T., while Klum dressed as the version of the character from when the kids in the movie try to disguise him, donning a black hat, blonde wig and red shawl. "As a 9-year-old in Germany, E.T. introduced me to the idea that there’s life outside planet earth," she said on Instagram. "I know E.T. wanted to go home, but I hope that if the movie took place in 2024, that my favorite extra terrestrial would come to my party instead." Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco were late for a very important date as they followed the white rabbit down the rabbit hole and into Wonderland for Halloween in 2024. The couple dressed as Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter, with Gomez wearing a whimsical blue dress with white socks and a blonde wig. Blanco wore black pants with a brown jacket and multicolored undershirt, paired with a big top hat and an orange wig, as he got into character with white face makeup. "Curiouser and curiouser.." Gomez captioned the Instagram post. Paris Hilton channeled her inner Britney Spears when she dressed as the singer in her music video for "Toxic." The 45-year-old media personality posed for photos at the Casamigos Halloween Party in 2023 in a futuristic blue flight attendant uniform, which she paired with metallic silver-heeled boots and sunglasses. Reum was all smiles as he stood next to her donning an airline pilot uniform. "I’m the ghost with the most, babe," Kourtney Kardashian captioned a 2023 Instagram post featuring her and Travis Barker in their ghoulish Halloween costumes. The celebrity couple dressed up as Beetlejuice and Lydia Deetz at their wedding. Barker wore white makeup on his face with dark circles around his eyes, paired with green hair and a burgundy red suit, perfectly capturing the essence of the spirit. Kardashian embodied his blushing bride in a red dress with a lace neckline and sleeves, and wore her hair in an intricate updo as she posed for the photo with a serious expression and holding a bouquet of roses. Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber embraced their inner rock stars when they dressed as David Bowie and Debbie Harry at their Halloween party in 2018. Gerber's costume consisted of black pants and a black shirt, which he paired with a Union Jack flag coat, a red and white scarf tied around his neck and a spiky orange mullet wig. He also painted a red lightning bolt over one of his eyes to emulate Bowie's alter ego, Ziggy Stardust. Crawford, on the other hand, wore a yellow T-shirt dress over ripped-up black tights and knee-high heeled boots with a black belt around her waist and a red handbag. She styled her hair in a big blonde wig and wore heavy eye makeup. One of reality TV's most iconic characters dressed up as one of TV's most legendary icons, when Lisa Rinna and her husband Harry Hamlin cosplayed Lucy and Ricky Ricardo from "I Love Lucy." Rinna channeled the comedy legend with a red wig, over-the-top makeup, a blue dress with white polka dots and a white apron. She posed for photos by pursing her lips and putting her finger up to her mouth, mimicking Lucy's classic expression. Hamlin stood next to her wearing a suit, and raised one eyebrow as he gave the camera a serious look. After decades together, Freddie Prinze Jr. and Sarah Michelle Gellar have had some pretty iconic couples costumes. In 2019, the couple dressed up as Doc Brown and Marty McFly from the hit 80s movie, "Back to the Future." They shared the costume on Instagram, captioning the post, "Great Scott!!!" GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE The "She's All That" star wore a white jumpsuit, yellow hazmat gloves, a messy white wig with lab goggles as he posed next to Gellar, who wore jeans, a button-up shirt with denim sleeves and a red puffer vest. She accessorized with a skateboard to perfect the Marty McFly look. The couple also recreated an iconic scene from the 1987 movie, "Dirty Dancing," choosing to dress up as characters Frances "Baby" Houseman and Johnny Castle. In the photo, Gellar is wearing a cropped white button-up and capri denim shorts, as well as a curly short wig, as she crawled on her hands and knees towards Prinze, who was dressed as dance teacher Johnny Castle in black pants and a black tank top. "Nobody puts baby in the corner #happyhalloween from Baby Houseman and Johnny Castle #dirtydancing #loverboy," she captioned the post. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Former couple Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes were hopelessly devoted to one another when they posed for photos together at Heidi Klum's Halloween party dressed as Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson from the movie "Grease." The country singer's take on the iconic character included tight leather pants, an off-the-shoulder black shirt and a leather jacket, which she paired with red high heels. She styled her hair in curls and a deep side part, and got into character with red lipstick. Stokes played the part of a greaser effortlessly in an all-black outfit, including a leather jacket with "T-Birds" written across the back. He styled his hair with a curl in the front, and accessorized with a cigarette in his mouth. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Molly Sims was ready to grant partygoers three wishes when she arrived to the Casamigos Halloween Party in 2019 dressed as Jeannie from "I Dream of Jeannie." She channeled the iconic character in flowing sheer pink parachute pants and a pink cropped shirt with red velvet sleeves, a blonde wig tied in a high bun and a headpiece. Her husband, Scott Stuber, also got in on the action, dressing up as Jeannie's love interest, astronaut, Tony Nelson. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63d0c272c212045af48d8 Maine school official raises Muslim religious objections to classroom dogs as district weighs policy changes te 2026-10-31T19:10:04.548Z Maine school official raises Muslim religious objections to classroom dogs as district weighs policy changes A Maine public school administrator raised concerns about allowing dogs in classrooms because of Islamic religious beliefs about the animals, as the district considers changes to its classroom pet policy following a teacher's request to foster puppies. Dr. Abdullahi Ahmed, Portland Public Schools' assistant superintendent for student, family and community partnerships, discussed the concerns during an Oct. 14 policy committee meeting, explaining that some Islamic traditions consider dog saliva impure. Ahmed said he had consulted local Muslim religious leaders who opposed keeping dogs as classroom pets, according to a report by The National News Desk. The debate began after a teacher at Ocean Avenue Elementary School sought permission to foster puppies in her classroom, giving students an opportunity to interact with the animals during reading and playtime. Ahmed suggested that accommodations could include keeping dogs in a separate room to respect students and families with religious objections. ABDUL EL-SAYED'S ALLEGED FAMILY TIES TO MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD SURFACE AFTER DENYING ANY LINK DURING NBC INTERVIEW Ahmed said that Muslim community members are not opposed to animals, saying, "in Islamic tradition, there is always the love for animals and living things and compassion for animals." He went on to say that some Islamic traditions consider dogs unclean. "So, with that being said, there are some ritual kind of a purity or in that Islamic traditions ... So, for example, the dog saliva is considered impure," Ahmed said. "And also some people had some experiences with dogs, which were negative actually in the past." NEW YORK TIMES ACCUSED OF FRAMING MUSLIMS AS TRUE VICTIMS OF 9/11 IN ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE Ahmed, who was born and raised in Somalia, speaks Somali, Arabic, English and Urdu, according to his district biography. He also said the imams he spoke with did not want dogs kept as pets in classrooms. Committee members discussed whether any revised policy should apply only to dogs or extend to other classroom animals, along with potential opt-in and opt-out accommodations. The committee did not vote on policy changes during the Oct. 14 meeting. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Moms for Liberty co-founder Tina Descovich said, "Dogs have been enriching the lives of school children across America since its founding." She called objections to dogs in the classroom "silly."  TEXAS EDUCATION BOARD APPROVES CONTROVERSIAL CURRICULUM CHANGES TYING 'RADICAL ISLAM' TO 9/11 ATTACKS Fox News Digital reached out to Ahmed and Ryan Scallon, superintendent of Portland Public Schools, for comment but did not immediately receive responses. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63d0b272c212045af48b6 ‘Poop Water’ Churns a Local Election in Parched Arizona te 2026-10-31T19:10:03.520Z ‘Poop Water’ Churns a Local Election in Parched Arizona City Council candidates in ritzy Scottsdale disagree on whether recycling wastewater into drinking water is smart policy or a dangerous remedy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63d0a272c212045af489a Kirk Herbstreit Sets Clear Expectations for Luke Fahey’s 1st Ohio State Start te 2026-10-31T19:10:02.347Z Kirk Herbstreit Sets Clear Expectations for Luke Fahey’s 1st Ohio State Start Kirk Herbstreit revealed what Ohio State QB Luke Fahey needs to do in his first start on Saturday night. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63ab2272c212045af481a Pat McAfee Names Shocking National Championship Sleeper Pick te 2026-10-31T19:00:02.281Z Pat McAfee Names Shocking National Championship Sleeper Pick Wait… what is happening here? Is this really McAfee talking? Blink in Morse code if you need help. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6385c272c212045af47d1 How candy corn became a Halloween tradition, and why Americans still love to hate it te 2026-10-31T18:50:04.160Z How candy corn became a Halloween tradition, and why Americans still love to hate it Chances are high that candy corn is ending up in quite a few trick-or-treating baskets this Halloween, but the controversial confection has not always been associated with the spooky holiday. The colorful treat has been around for more than 100 years. It was invented in the 1880s in Philadelphia by George Renninger, an employee at Wunderle Candy Company, according to the National Confectioners Association in Washington, D.C. BEAR BREAKS INTO ALASKA HOSPITAL AT 2 AM, HELPS ITSELF TO AN EARLY HALLOWEEN CANDY BUFFET In keeping with a trend popular among confectioneries to make treats inspired by nature, candy corn was made to look like corn kernels. It was initially marketed as faux chicken feed, The Wall Street Journal reported. Candy corn’s unique layered tricolor design combined with a lack of automated machinery made for a difficult production process. The treat became a seasonal item, with production beginning in late August and running through the fall, according to the National Confectioners Association. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Around the turn of the 20th century, another candy company, Goelitz Confectionery (now Jelly Belly Candy Company) started selling candy corn. Although the company didn’t invent the treat, it’s widely credited for producing the candy on a larger scale and marketing it as a Halloween product. About 35 million pounds of candy corn are produced annually, according to Farmers’ Almanac, but it’s a notoriously polarizing item. "It's the only other candy I would hope for aside from Reese's pieces if I was trick-or-treating," a candy corn fan said on Reddit. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Another person mentioned liking the treat, but said he or she "can only have a handful at most before the sweetness is overwhelming." Another person on Reddit was fully against candy corn, saying, "It’s disgusting. Tastes like nothing or chalk and never sweet. Don’t like the texture. Don’t like the color." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Expanding beyond the grocery store aisle, earlier this fall Brach’s, a large producer of candy corn, released a non-edible variation of the treat. The brand debuted a limited-edition perfume, called Ode to Candy Corn, which "smells just like the iconic treat tastes," per parent company Ferrara’s website. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6385b272c212045af47af Democrats File Suit Over Closed Polling Places in Rural Alaska te 2026-10-31T18:50:03.154Z Democrats File Suit Over Closed Polling Places in Rural Alaska Voting sites in 18 far-flung communities failed to open, the suit claims. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63605272c212045af4727 Appeals Court Keeps Trump Voter Fraud Probes Limited Before Midterms te 2026-10-31T18:40:05.805Z Appeals Court Keeps Trump Voter Fraud Probes Limited Before Midterms Appeals court keeps limits on Trump voter fraud probes in nine states through Tuesday’s midterm elections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63604272c212045af471e Haley Stevens’ Fiancé Escalates El-Sayed Feud Days Before Midterms te 2026-10-31T18:40:04.760Z Haley Stevens’ Fiancé Escalates El-Sayed Feud Days Before Midterms The feud comes at a critical moment in Michigan’s Senate race, one of the contests that could determine control of the chamber. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63603272c212045af4715 76ers Reveal LeBron James Playing Status Update Ahead of Hornets Matchup te 2026-10-31T18:40:03.739Z 76ers Reveal LeBron James Playing Status Update Ahead of Hornets Matchup Ahead of Philadelphia's game against the Charlotte Hornets, the 76ers revealed a playing status update for LeBron James. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63602272c212045af470c ICE Ordered To Return Man Deported To African Nation He Has No Ties To te 2026-10-31T18:40:02.695Z ICE Ordered To Return Man Deported To African Nation He Has No Ties To Nicaraguan national Kenis Lopez was sent to the Central African Republic despite "known risks to foreigners" in the country. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae633ab272c212045af46b4 Pizza delivery worker's heartbreaking reaction to cruel prank sparks $680K in donations te 2026-10-31T18:30:03.880Z Pizza delivery worker's heartbreaking reaction to cruel prank sparks $680K in donations A video of a Red Baron pizza worker who was confronted by a prankster while on the job has gone viral, sparking a huge outpouring of support for the man from strangers and his employer alike — with the company telling Fox News Digital it stands behind its employee.  A video that circulated online shows the worker, identified in a GoFundMe fundraiser as Walt Z., stocking frozen Red Baron pizzas in a Meijer grocery store in White Lake, Michigan, according to reports.  The prankster is shown coming up to Walt and asking him for the time. Then, as Walt takes out his phone to check, the person plays a sound resembling an Apple Pay transaction and claims to have stolen $10 from him, thanking him and telling him he needs to buy something. MAN SAYS TEXAS ROADHOUSE SERVED HIM $20 STEAK INSTEAD OF PRICIER FILET MULTIPLE TIMES Walt initially says he plans to report the prankster and becomes increasingly upset as the person insists it was just a joke. "My life is hard enough as it is," Walt tells the prankster.  He explains that he was already an hour late getting home, his children had already gone to bed without him and he would have to get up at 5 a.m. the next day for work.  He also mentions that he is struggling to pay his mortgage. APPLEBEE'S CUSTOMER PUSHES BACK ON SUGGESTED TIP AFTER CHECKING THE MATH "I don't need this in my life," he exclaims as others try to step in. The footage went viral on social media this week as people bashed the prankster and rallied behind the struggling father of four for pushing back on the cruel joke.  "There’s a guy like him in every grocery store in America, grinding through the shift nobody sees," one X user wrote.  "Turning one of them into the punchline isn’t edgy. It’s lazy." "God bless the working man," another commenter wrote. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Fox News Digital attempted to reach Walt Z. and also reached out Red Baron.  As of Saturday, Oct. 31, a GoFundMe campaign had raised more than $679,000 from over 19,000 donations. The fundraiser says donations will be sent directly to Walt. Red Baron also publicly backed its employee after the video circulated.  The company posted on X, "He’s still here. He’s got a fan club. Including us," alongside a graphic announcing that "employee of the month nominations are closed. You know why" — suggesting that Walt might be selected for the honor. Red Baron told Fox News Digital the incident took place in August and involved a member of its Direct Store Delivery team.  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The company said it had checked on the employee’s well-being, continues to offer support and is working with retail partners to help maintain a safe and respectful workplace. While internet users feared Walt could lose his job over his reaction to the incident, the company said, "We are pleased to share that he is doing well and remains a valued member of our team." Red Baron added that Walt is grateful for the support but has requested privacy. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES In an update posted to the fundraiser, Walt thanked those who donated, shared the campaign or sent messages of support.  He said he and his family are doing well and also asked that their privacy be respected. "I wanted to take a moment to personally thank everyone who has donated, shared this fundraiser, or left a kind message," Walt Z. wrote on the fundraiser page. "The kindness and encouragement you've shown me and my family have meant more than I can put into words." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae633aa272c212045af467e Curt Cignetti Shares Honest Take on Josh Hoover Ahead of Minnesota Clash te 2026-10-31T18:30:02.451Z Curt Cignetti Shares Honest Take on Josh Hoover Ahead of Minnesota Clash Curt Cignetti makes an interesting Josh Hoover admission ahead of Indiana's important Big Ten showdown with Minnesota. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae63153272c212045af4606 Kirk Herbstreit Reveals His Pick to Win National Championship te 2026-10-31T18:20:03.101Z Kirk Herbstreit Reveals His Pick to Win National Championship The team is coming off of a bad upset, so, fingers crossed? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62f01272c212045af45d6 Sedona accepts $125K for an OHV te 2026-10-31T18:10:09.505Z Sedona accepts $125K for an OHV During the Sedona City Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27, council unanimously accepted a $125,000 grant from Arizona State Parks and Trails for a side-by-side utility terrain vehicle for the Sedona Police Department. The side-by-side will be used for off-highway vehicle enforcement and education o Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62efd272c212045af45a9 Major US children's hospital opens historic detransition clinic after $10M legal showdown te 2026-10-31T18:10:05.751Z Major US children's hospital opens historic detransition clinic after $10M legal showdown Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Tuesday that the nation’s first-ever detransition clinic has opened at Texas Children’s Hospital following a $10 million settlement with the state. The announcement comes after Paxton reached a settlement with TCH in May, finalized in August, requiring the hospital to pay $10 million to resolve government claims and separately establish and fund a detransition clinic. The new clinic provides "detransition-related medical care to patients through age 21, along with detransition-related obstetric and gynecologic care to patients older than 21," according to Paxton's office. "In accordance with my settlement with Texas Children’s Hospital, the nation’s first-ever Detransition Clinic is now open," Paxton said in a statement. "I will continue to ensure that this clinic provides the care and support that victims of the radical left’s gender ideology deserve." A LANDMARK TEXAS RULING BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO ONE DETRANSITIONER'S QUEST FOR JUSTICE "Together, we will protect our children and defeat the dangerous ideology that has inflicted irreversible harm on innocent kids," he continued. Tuesday's announcement comes as Paxton is running for election in Texas' 2026 Senate race. President Donald Trump campaigned in two separate Texas cities, Corpus Christi and Lubbock, on Tuesday in an effort to boost Paxton's Senate bid. The Trump administration has been targeting initiatives related to transgender people in recent months. Trump announced in August that his administration will cease providing funding for gender transition surgeries using Medicaid for minors. Paxton's office did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. A TCH spokesperson told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the hospital prioritizes providing patients "the highest standard of care," including through the detransition clinic. "First and foremost, patients and families are at the center of all we do and we will always provide the highest standard of care, including through this clinic, which formalizes the supportive, multidisciplinary services we have and will continue to deliver," the TCH spokesperson said. "Given the multidisciplinary approach, care may be delivered in multiple locations, depending on individual patient needs." "All services provided will be within our hospital’s existing licensure and scope," the spokesperson added. "Services will include Endocrinology, Surgery, Primary Care, Fertility Counseling, Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work/Case Management and Speech Pathology. The clinic is operational and we are complying with all requirements in the settlement agreement." The TCH spokesperson also told Fox News Digital that the hospital is "actively triaging prospective patients" for the detransition clinic. "Protecting the privacy of our patients and their families is a top priority, thus we are unable to share patient information," the spokesperson stated. "We are actively triaging prospective patients through our established intake process. We can tell you that thus far, we have not yet had clinical appointments with patients." INSURANCE COMPANIES PUT ON NOTICE FOR STRANDING TRANS PATIENTS WHO WANT TO REVERSE SURGERIES TCH is required to fully fund services provided through the detransition clinic for its first five years, ensuring patients receive those services at no cost, and must also publicize the clinic on its website, per the settlement. The May settlement also required TCH to pay $10 million to resolve claims brought under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act and the federal False Claims Act over allegations that the hospital improperly billed Texas Medicaid for gender-transition treatments, according to Paxton's office. Do No Harm, a medical advocacy organization critical of gender-transition treatments for minors, estimates that 13,994 minors received gender-transition-related medical interventions between 2019 and 2023, based on its analysis of insurance claims data. A Fox News poll published on Oct. 21 found that Democratic candidate James Talarico and Paxton were tied at 49% each among likely voters in the Lone Star State. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62efc272c212045af45a0 Tatum O'Neal steps out with family ahead of 63rd birthday years after near-fatal stroke te 2026-10-31T18:10:04.832Z Tatum O'Neal steps out with family ahead of 63rd birthday years after near-fatal stroke Tatum O'Neal was recently spotted enjoying a day out with her family in Los Angeles. The "Little Darlings" star was photographed at a fan convention with her family, wearing a black dress paired with a coat, glasses and layered necklaces. She styled her hair in an updo and walked outside the convention with the assistance of a cane. O'Neal was accompanied by her daughter Emily McEnroe and son-in-law Tim Massarelli.  The sighting comes ahead of the actress' 63rd birthday on Nov. 5 and more than six years after she had a near-fatal stroke in May 2020 following an overdose on morphine, opiates and pain medication. 'LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE' STAR SAYS CHILD ACTORS GET 'DROPPED' AFTER HOLLYWOOD FAME FADES In a July 2023 interview with People, O'Neal and her son, Kevin McEnroe, opened up about the health scare, with her son telling the outlet there were moments when he and his siblings, Sean and Emily "didn't think she was going to survive." McEnroe shared that in addition to the stroke, O'Neal had multiple seizures and went into cardiac arrest. She spent six weeks in a coma. O'Neal has struggled with drug addiction for decades, with McEnroe saying she "had become very isolated" during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, and had begun abusing medications, including some prescribed to her to treat neck and back pain and rheumatoid arthritis. "She had become very isolated," he told People. "With the addition of morphine and heavier pharmaceuticals, it was getting scary. COVID, chronic pain, all these things led to a place of isolation. In that place, I don't think, for her, there was much hope." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE O'Neal made her feature film debut in the 1973 movie, "Paper Moon," which she starred in alongside her famous father, Ryan O'Neal, at nine years old. She went on to make history for her role in the film, as the youngest winner of a competitive Academy Award, when she took home the award for best supporting actress at the 46th Academy Awards in 1974, when she was 10 years old. "All I really want to thank is my director Peter Bogdanovich and my father. Thank you," she said in her acceptance speech. While she thanked her father in her speech, the two went on to have a turbulent relationship. In her 2004 autobiography, "A Paper Life," Tatum shared that their relationship first became rocky after making "Paper Moon," because he was jealous of her success. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE In the book, she also alleged he physically and emotionally abused her, and said he was addicted to drugs. Ryan O'Neal died in December 2023 at the age of 82 from congestive heart failure, and in a February 2025 interview with Variety, Tatum shared her reaction to being left out of his will, noting she only learned of the decision following his death. "Keep it, motherf-----," she said. "The first book that I wrote was just a f---ing honest book. And that’s what got him." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62efb272c212045af456b Patriots Hit With Double Dose of Bad Injury News Day Before Dolphins Game te 2026-10-31T18:10:03.629Z Patriots Hit With Double Dose of Bad Injury News Day Before Dolphins Game The New England Patriots will be without two key offensive players when they travel to play the Dolphins on Sunday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62efa272c212045af4562 Trump Floats Nicki Minaj for Press Secretary: Top Contenders For The Job te 2026-10-31T18:10:02.435Z Trump Floats Nicki Minaj for Press Secretary: Top Contenders For The Job President says he will consider rap artist for White House role. Here are the insiders and media figures closest to the job. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62ca5272c212045af4504 Riley Gaines, Kat Timpf push back after 'Call Her Daddy' host suggests wives can always find better partners te 2026-10-31T18:00:05.160Z Riley Gaines, Kat Timpf push back after 'Call Her Daddy' host suggests wives can always find better partners Riley Gaines and Kat Timpf pushed back against podcaster Alex Cooper's advice on leaving a marriage this week, responding to the "Call Her Daddy" host's assertion that women can always find better partners. Speaking on Fox News' "The Girls" podcast, Gaines and Timpf argued that women should focus on investing in their marriages rather than assuming they can find better partners elsewhere. "To kind of combat the narrative that's out there that we just heard from Alex Cooper, 'seek more, seek better, it's the patriarchy,' which is of course just intentionally using buzzwords," Gaines said. JESSIE JAMES DECKER ON WHY HER MARRIAGE TO ERIC DECKER HASN'T LOST ITS SPARK AFTER FOUR KIDS "The grass is not always greener on the other side. I have found, at least in my marriage, it's greener where you water it. Pouring into your husband, allowing him to pour into you, that's where I've seen growth," she added. The "Call Her Daddy" episode was released earlier this month and featured Cooper and actress Sophia Bush, whose 2023 divorce from entrepreneur Grant Hughes made headlines. The two discussed women who hesitate to leave a marriage out of fear that they cannot find a better partner, a concern both Cooper and Bush dismissed. GROWING TREND OF HATING MEN BACKFIRES AS ANTI-MARRIAGE CULTURE LEAVES SINGLE WOMEN LOSING OUT "That's such a beautiful message to leave women with because I do think we can get really, really in our heads about, 'Oh my God, I feel like I'm, maybe I shouldn't leave this marriage because can I even get better?'" Cooper said. "And the answer is always yes." Bush agreed, saying, "And this idea that it's too late or you're too old or who are you to want more? That's patriarchy. That is crazy. We don't need it." POLITICAL FIGHTS CAN RIP COUPLES APART — THERAPIST SHARES 3 WAYS TO SAVE A RELATIONSHIP Timpf challenged Cooper's advice, pointing to her husband's support during some of the most difficult experiences of her life. "I also couldn't disagree more with what she said because, first of all, she said you can always do better than your husband. That's not true," Timpf said. MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY'S PIECE OF RELATIONSHIP ADVICE THAT KEEPS HIS MARRIAGE TO CAMILA ALVES STRONG "I know that I can't do better than my husband because I mean, he's hot and all that. But also just, I mean I can't do better than the guy that held my hand through cancer, through childbirth, then my father's funeral," she added. Timpf said some people find it controversial when she says her marriage is the most important thing in her life. TRADITIONAL TWO-PARENT FAMILIES VANISH FROM BIG AMERICAN CITIES AS 'MARRIAGE DESERTS' EXPAND "There's nothing more important in my life than my marriage," Timpf said. "And people say, 'But what about your kids?' It's like, 'Okay, but it's for my kids that I have that opinion.' Because if you do not make time as a couple and see each other as a couple and keep that going, then that's not good for the family either." "The Girls" is available on Fox News Digital, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62ca3272c212045af44ce Jonathan Taylor Trade Talks Heat Up as Colts Change Their Stance te 2026-10-31T18:00:03.891Z Jonathan Taylor Trade Talks Heat Up as Colts Change Their Stance The Colts have changed their stance on Jonathan Taylor, with multiple contenders pursuing the star running back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62ca2272c212045af44c5 Tim Tebow Predicts Major SEC Upset That Will Shakeup College Football Playoff Picture te 2026-10-31T18:00:02.744Z Tim Tebow Predicts Major SEC Upset That Will Shakeup College Football Playoff Picture Tim Tebow is ready to see an upset in one of the biggest games in college football this season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62a4c272c212045af445d Bill Maher hits back at Trump over blistering Truth Social post, jokes about president's dinner review te 2026-10-31T17:50:04.433Z Bill Maher hits back at Trump over blistering Truth Social post, jokes about president's dinner review Comedian Bill Maher mocked a lengthy Truth Social post from President Donald Trump, in which the president reversed course on his assessment of the pair's second dinner at the White House. During Friday's episode of HBO's "Real Time," Maher mocked Trump's 1,300-word Truth Social post, which criticized the comedian after their second White House dinner earlier this month. "Did you see the 1,300-word tweet he sent out? Longest ever! Kind of a flex," Maher said. "I tell you, dining at the White House is the opposite of the Cheesecake Factory: After you leave, they review you. He went off on me like Kelly Clarkson in a toy store." BILL MAHER FIRES BACK AT LIBERAL CRITICS OVER SECOND TRUMP DINNER Maher went on to hold up a copy of Trump’s post — his longest ever to Truth Social — while insisting that the "whole point" of dining with Trump is so the two men can discuss their differences in a civil setting. "And then, I go back to my job here, and then, the heartaches begin," he added. BILL MAHER CLAIMS DONALD TRUMP FELT 'BETRAYED' BY HIM WITH 'SILLY' FEUD AFTER CORDIAL 2025 DINNER Maher then read portions of the post to the audience to "address a few of the allegations" before jokingly agreeing with Trump’s assessment that he is a "complete and total loser." "He talks about how I call him incessantly. I’ve never called you. You call me," Maher said. "I’d be afraid to call you. You’re the president, I’d think you’re too busy. Well, plainly not." BILL MAHER REVEALS HE'S HAVING DINNER WITH TRUMP AGAIN, SAYS HE WAS 'REALLY NICE' BY TEXT Maher also disputed Trump's claim that he "invited himself to the White House," joking, "As if you could do that. 'Sir, Bill Maher is here. Well, he's not invited, but it's the law.'" MAHER MOCKS LIBERALS FOR STILL PANICKING ABOUT TRUMP'S ANTICS, PERSONALITY AFTER 10 YEARS Maher complained that Trump "doesn't even notice what I actually say." After reading Trump's assertion that he "doesn't even think it was a good thing to take the nuclear weapon away from Iran," the HBO host played clips of himself supporting U.S. military strikes against Iran. Maher then joked, "So am I smart now?" Maher laughed as he read Trump's final assessment of the dinner: "I love this, 'Overall, I thought it was a good meeting.'" Maher laughed as he read Trump's final assessment of the dinner: "I love this, 'Overall, I thought it was a good meeting.'" The exchange followed Maher and Trump's second White House dinner on Oct. 15, which musician Kid Rock and ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith also attended. KID ROCK DETAILS SIT-DOWN WITH TRUMP, STEPHEN A SMITH AND BILL MAHER "The dinner last night with Kid Rock and Stephen A. [Smith] and Bill Maher was great," Trump told reporters after the dinner. "I think they had a good time." The president added that Maher "likes me a lot more than people understand." STEPHEN A SMITH DEFENDS WHITE HOUSE DINNER WITH TRUMP Trump and Maher have had a contentious relationship, but Axia Public Relations CEO Jason Mudd told Fox News Digital that Maher responded to the president's criticism with poise, even as the two offered conflicting accounts of their latest dinner. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "Humor answers an attack without escalating it. If Bill Maher were my client, I'd advise him to aim the jokes at the situation and away from the individual," Mudd said. "Reading the attack aloud, line by line, signals confidence. It tells the audience he read every word and still stayed calm. In most public disputes, the calmest voice wins the news cycle." Fox News Digital reached out to Maher and the White House for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62a4b272c212045af4427 FEMA Issues Halloween Emergency Plan Warning: How To Stay Safe te 2026-10-31T17:50:03.241Z FEMA Issues Halloween Emergency Plan Warning: How To Stay Safe On Friday, FEMA issued fresh guidance advising Americans how to stay safe over Halloween weekend and the wider fall period. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62a4a272c212045af441e Max Kellerman Says This 19-Year-Old is The Best Since LeBron, Maybe Better te 2026-10-31T17:50:02.122Z Max Kellerman Says This 19-Year-Old is The Best Since LeBron, Maybe Better In most areas, these can be seen as fighting words. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627fe272c212045af43c1 'Baywatch' star Nicole Eggert exposes financial toll of cancer battle: 'The bills don't stop' te 2026-10-31T17:40:14.881Z 'Baywatch' star Nicole Eggert exposes financial toll of cancer battle: 'The bills don't stop' Nicole Eggert admitted that finances are a neglected conversation when it comes to fighting cancer. Eggert, 54, was diagnosed with stage 2 cribriform carcinoma breast cancer in December 2023. Two years later, the actress revealed her cancer status was "NED," or no evidence of disease. While the "Baywatch" star is a survivor of a club she "never wanted to be a part of," Eggert told Fox News Digital that the financial strains of her battle added an entirely different stressor to her life. BRANDI GLANVILLE SPEAKS OUT ON COMPLEX DIAGNOSIS AND $6K MONTHLY MEDICAL BATTLE "I'm a 100% single parent," Eggert explained. "One of my daughters is an adult, so she is very self-independent, and she does great, but I do have a teenager still at home ... I have that responsibility, and then I have all the household and homemaker, head of household responsibilities and then the cost of what this diagnosis brings, which is a lot ... really you can't even wrap your head around it." ‘BAYWATCH’ STAR NICOLE EGGERT SAYS IT'S ‘VERY HARD TO BE HEALTHY IN AMERICA’ AS SHE BATTLES CANCER Eggert noted that the costs consistently "add up," so much so that she was afraid of being able to provide for her family. "In my line of work, I couldn't commit to being on any kind of production because I'm gonna be in treatment and in and out of treatment ... three-to-five at least days a week," she said. "So, it's not like it's work from home kind of work." She added, "I had to completely come to the realization that I wasn't gonna have income, and yet the bills don't stop, and the teenagers still need their things, and life needs their things and the car still needs the gas, and you know, all of it." The "Charles in Charge" actress noted that when she took a step back and truly looked at the disease, "money seemed very trivial." LINDA PERRY SAYS SHE WAS FEELING HEALTHY WHEN DOCTORS DISCOVERED ‘ANGRY’ CANCER BY CHANCE "It's sort of like, well, 'Ah, I'm alive.' Then, you know, if you have any kind of financial strain, it's like, 'Well, at least you're alive to deal with it,'" she said. "At least you are alive where you can go out and fix it." She added, "So there's that part too, where suddenly you're like, 'Wow, whatever. It's just it's just money.' And that comes and goes. So, you know, it's ebb and flow of life." In December 2023, after experiencing unexplained weight gain and pain in her left breast, Eggert was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE She underwent her first mastectomy soon after, and later explained that she'd wanted to do a double mastectomy at the time, but her doctor advised that if she just had one breast removed, she'd be able to get into treatment faster, and her immune system wouldn't take as big a hit, so she agreed. WATCH: 'Baywatch' star Nicole Eggert details financial toll of cancer battle Over a year later, in August 2025, she had her other breast removed, and surgeons performed a reconstruction. Eggert admitted that one major component in her cancer journey was being able to rely on community. "You really have to find your community, and you really have to be OK with asking for help or asking other people how they do it, and getting tips and tricks and just all the information you can get," she said. "That's why these conversations are just so, so important and so necessary. Because what else would you do?" As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Eggert partnered with Novartis and shared a little more insight into her cancer journey on the Voices of MORE podcast with Amy Robach and Dr. Helen Coons. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Eggert explained how helpful it can be for women to get together, share stories and find interwoven commonality in experiences. "If we keep talking about these things, it becomes so much easier to talk about, and maybe we don't feel like we have to hide things anymore because in the past it's not ... it's kind of been a taboo topic," she said. "And now I think more and more women are becoming more comfortable to discuss what their journey looks like, what it feels like, how it's gone for them." While the past has its place, Eggert is looking forward to the future and spending more time enjoying life to the fullest with her family. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I also am really looking forward to stepping back into life not having to be in treatment or in the treatment facility with this newfound power and fearlessness that I have, and this new appreciation for life that I have, and It's like this second chance at life," she said. "I know that that's so cliche, but it's to jump back in with all of these crazy changes that have happened in the past two years, three years. There's been very, very big changes inside myself." She added, "So to be able to now go back into life and get back into the workforce and get back into doing things I enjoy with this new mindset, it's exciting. It's exciting!" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627fd272c212045af4395 Packers Star Hit With NFL Fine for What He Said After Controversial Lions Loss te 2026-10-31T17:40:13.903Z Packers Star Hit With NFL Fine for What He Said After Controversial Lions Loss Packers safety Xavier McKinney received an NFL fine for his postgame comments about referees after his team's loss to the Lions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627fc272c212045af438c Tim Tebow Delivers Powerful Take on Florida-Georgia Rivalry Before Annual Clash te 2026-10-31T17:40:12.941Z Tim Tebow Delivers Powerful Take on Florida-Georgia Rivalry Before Annual Clash Tim Tebow reflects on the heated Florida-Georgia rivalry as the Gators and Bulldogs prepare for another high-stakes SEC showdown. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627fb272c212045af4383 Texas Tech Makes Drastic QB Change Right Before Arizona Game te 2026-10-31T17:40:11.978Z Texas Tech Makes Drastic QB Change Right Before Arizona Game Texas Tech is making a quarterback change before taking on Arizona at home in a matchup of ranked Big 12 teams. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627fa272c212045af437a Ohio State Makes Major QB Decision Ahead of USC Showdown te 2026-10-31T17:40:10.791Z Ohio State Makes Major QB Decision Ahead of USC Showdown Ohio State is reportedly turning to freshman Luke Fahey at quarterback as the Buckeyes prepare to face USC without Julian Sayin. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f9272c212045af4371 Pope Leo Warns AI 'Must Be Disarmed' Ahead of Autonomous Weapons Talks  te 2026-10-31T17:40:09.607Z Pope Leo Warns AI 'Must Be Disarmed' Ahead of Autonomous Weapons Talks  Leo rejected the idea that increasingly sophisticated AI systems should be regarded in the same way as human beings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f8272c212045af4368 Video Shows ICE Agent Pointing Gun At Unarmed Bystander During Arrest te 2026-10-31T17:40:08.632Z Video Shows ICE Agent Pointing Gun At Unarmed Bystander During Arrest Footage shows an ICE agent holding his sidearm just inches from the head of dogwalker following an altercation during an arrest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f7272c212045af435f UNC Basketball Secures Commitment From No. 2 Player in 2027 Class te 2026-10-31T17:40:07.622Z UNC Basketball Secures Commitment From No. 2 Player in 2027 Class North Carolina lands five-star forward DeMarcus Henry, ESPN's No. 2 recruit in the Class of 2027, in a major win for Coach Malone. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f6272c212045af4356 Pete Thamel Reveals Surprise New QB1 for 2027 NFL Draft as Arch Manning Slides te 2026-10-31T17:40:06.667Z Pete Thamel Reveals Surprise New QB1 for 2027 NFL Draft as Arch Manning Slides A new name has emerged as the clear favorite for QB1 in the 2027 NFL Draft as Arch Manning and Dante Moore see their stock slide. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f5272c212045af434d NC State Legend Philip Rivers Addresses Head Coaching Rumors te 2026-10-31T17:40:05.587Z NC State Legend Philip Rivers Addresses Head Coaching Rumors NC State legend Philip Rivers addressed rumors about potentially becoming the next head coach after Dave Doeren's firing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f4272c212045af4344 Kirk Herbstreit Names His Top National Championship Sleeper Pick te 2026-10-31T17:40:04.336Z Kirk Herbstreit Names His Top National Championship Sleeper Pick Kirk Herbstreit is confident that one team can finish the season strong and win the national championship. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae627f3272c212045af433b Paul Finebaum Sends Blunt Warning to Florida Ahead of Georgia Showdown te 2026-10-31T17:40:03.139Z Paul Finebaum Sends Blunt Warning to Florida Ahead of Georgia Showdown Paul Finebaum sends Florida a blunt warning about Kirby Smart ahead of the Bulldogs' rivalry showdown with the Gators. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6259a272c212045af42eb Who are Ilhan Omar’s lawyers? Meet the high-powered Dem attorneys the embattled rep hired te 2026-10-31T17:30:02.886Z Who are Ilhan Omar’s lawyers? Meet the high-powered Dem attorneys the embattled rep hired Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has tapped two high-powered Washington, D.C.-based attorneys who have previously represented elected officials at the highest echelon of American politics. Amid dueling federal investigations — one for immigration fraud and another for financial disclosure discrepancies — the embattled Somali-born lawmaker hired Amy Jeffress and Joshua Matz, according to a CBS report, both of whom are partners at Hecker Fink LLP. The attorneys have in the past represented Democrat clients and taken on left-leaning cases — especially those taking aim at President Donald Trump, his administration and his supporters. ILHAN OMAR'S TURBULENT WEEK EXPLAINED: THE DUELING PROBES THAT THREW THE SOMALI-BORN PROGRESSIVE INTO CHAOS Jeffress is a former federal prosecutor whose biography says she tried more than 40 cases during a decade in the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the District of Columbia, where she was Chief of the National Security Section. She has also been a Department of Justice (DOJ) Attaché. She served as former President Joe Biden's attorney in his lawsuit against the DOJ earlier this year. In that case, Biden sought to halt the release of audio recordings between himself and his "Promise Me, Dad" book ghostwriter, Mark Zwonitzer. The audio was recorded in 2016 and 2017, and were subject to a FOIA request from the Heritage Foundation in 2024. They were cited during special counsel Robert Hur's investigation into whether Biden illegally retained classified information from his term as vice president, and piqued the interest of conservatives demanding answers about Biden's mental acuity. The court declined to block the release of the recordings where Biden ad frequent memory lapses, and they were made public in July. FEDERAL AGENTS SEIZE PHONE OF REP ILHAN OMAR IN RAID TIED TO IMMIGRATION FRAUD PROBE Before her time at Hecker Fink, Jeffress, a Yale Law graduate from 1992, served as counsel for then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Democrat-led House January 6 committee, which spent two years investigating the riot at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. She represented the committee when it was sued by a Trump campaign spokesperson, Taylor Budowich, after the committee subpoenaed his bank records. Jeffress also represented Trump foe and former FBI attorney Lisa Page — a key figure in the left's Russiagate conspiracy theory — during congressional scrutiny into the FBI's handling of the matter. Page later sued the DOJ for releasing her text messages with her then-FBI colleague and lover Peter Strzok. In the messages, Strzok assuaged Page's concerns that Trump would become president by vowing that the FBI would stop it, and referred to an "insurance policy" against his presidency. That case was settled in 2024. ILHAN OMAR'S WEALTH SCANDAL TAKES A TURN JUST ONE DAY AFTER RAID OF HER DC HOME Jeffress is married to U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper of the District of Washington, D.C., who in May ruled that it was illegal for the the John F. Kennedy Performing Arts Center to add Trump's name. Trump publicly criticized Cooper as "highly conflicted," due to his relationship with Jeffress. Matz is also a partner at Hecker Fink. He graduated from Harvard Law, and clerked for former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy. "Joshua’s practice has long included a focus on democracy and elections," his biography page says. He represented the state of Pennsylvania in defending the certification of its election results, including arguing before the Supreme Court. ILHAN OMAR’S EMBATTLED HUSBAND APPEARS AT SCENE OF HSI RAID IN MIDST OF CRIMINAL FRAUD INVESTIGATION He was counsel to House Democrats during both failed impeachment attempts against Trump during his first term in office. Matz also represented E. Jean Carroll in two separate civil cases against Trump related to his denial of her of sexual assault claims against him. He was never criminally charged. In 2022, Carroll accused Trump of defaming her in his denial of her account of an incident she claims happened in 1996. A New York jury found Trump liable for defamation and for sexual assault. Prior to that case, in 2019, a jury awarded Carroll $83.3 million for defamation stemming from other comments made by Trump. Matz represented students, parents and teachers who opposed Florida's Parental Rights in Education Act, which his biography describes as the "Don't Say Gay" law, which restricted teaching students about sexual orientation and gender identity. He also successfully represented Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear when he was sued for COVID-19 lockdowns, including school closures, and victims of the 2017 "Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville. Now, Matz and Jeffress are representing Omar as she seeks to battle two federal probes. In a video message posted to her social media earlier this month, the lawmaker pleaded with her supporters to keep sending money, noting that her fight against the investigations would be costly. Omar's attorneys did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Neither did the White House. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae62342272c212045af4277 Human vs ChatGPT NFL Week 8 betting picks: Human answers with 4-1 week, looks to keep rolling te 2026-10-31T17:20:02.802Z Human vs ChatGPT NFL Week 8 betting picks: Human answers with 4-1 week, looks to keep rolling Humanity can stop panicking. I finally beat the robot again. I went 4-1 in Week 7 and picked up 3.11 units, while ChatGPT finished 2-3 and lost 1.33 units. There’s something especially satisfying about winning four bets when your opponent spends several paragraphs explaining why it wasn’t taking three of them. Was there some sweating involved? Absolutely. My 49ers-Falcons under cleared by half a point, and the Packers covered by half a point. Those count exactly the same as Cincinnati winning by 22. I checked. BUFFALO BILLS TAP HOMETOWN HEROES GOO GOO DOLLS FOR THANKSGIVING NIGHT HALFTIME CONCERT The only thing standing between me and a perfect week was Tennessee. I guess asking the Titans to win a football game was me being a bit greedy. It happens. Anyway, we’re back for Week 8. Both of us get five selections from the same odds board, with a maximum price of -120. Odds were captured Saturday at 12:00 p.m. ET. The stakes are adjusted so every winning bet produces one unit of profit. For example, -110 requires risking 1.10 units, while +110 requires 0.91 units. A push returns the stake and counts as zero units. Before getting to the new picks, let’s enjoy a results section I actually want to write. Cincinnati handled Baltimore 35-13, giving both of us a relatively comfortable winner (although the first half was anything but comfortable). Tennessee, meanwhile, lost 27-24 to Cleveland. I backed the Titans to win outright, and that was my one mistake. Both my totals were sweats, but in a crazy turn of events, the sweats both went my way. Green Bay completed the 4-1 card by losing 20-17 in Detroit. Honestly, the Packers should have won outright, but it doesn't matter for me either way. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The robot cashed Pittsburgh’s 16-10 win over New Orleans in Paris and joined me in backing Cincinnati. Unfortunately, those were its only winners. AI went 0-3 on its other bets and ended the week on a dud of a performance from the Chiefs. I tried to warn the robot about all three of its losses in my pre-week analysis, but it just never listens. DAN: 19-15-1, +3.20 units GPT: 15-19-1, -5.36 units Dan Z.’s Plug Your Nose and Hit ‘Place Bet’ Bet of the Week: 4-2, +2.01 units Arizona Cardinals at Dallas Cowboys, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: We’re going to pay the juice to get under a key number with Dallas. The Cowboys offense finally broke out last week after back-to-back subpar performances in Weeks 5 and 6, and I think they’ve got another big week coming. The Cardinals struggle to score in the red zone, so I think Dallas can win by at least a touchdown. At -6½, that’s enough to cash. GPT’s analysis: Dallas’ red-zone efficiency gives it a clear advantage against an Arizona offense that struggles to finish drives. The Cardinals’ offensive-line injuries strengthen that case. My concern is Dallas’ defense allowing Arizona to stay close or score a late touchdown. A seven-point win covers, but that defensive vulnerability kept Dallas outside my five. Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: Stop me if you’ve heard this before, but we’re paying the juice. I hate betting against Buffalo because Josh Allen is Him, but Baltimore should come out firing with Lamar Jackson back. I’m actually a little surprised this spread is only around a field goal with Buffalo at home, which makes me think bookmakers are begging for Bills action. We’re going to go against their wishes and pay for the hook to get Baltimore at +3½. GPT’s analysis: Jackson’s return gives Baltimore a credible way to exploit Buffalo’s vulnerable defense. My concern is his lingering ankle pain against a Bills offense capable of building a lead. I prefer the over, which made my card, but the hook makes Baltimore appealing: a three-point Buffalo victory still cashes this ticket. Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: The Jags are coming off a bye after back-to-back London weeks, so I see their offense starting slowly in this one. The Colts can’t really score at all, just traded Quenton Nelson and are looking to trade Josh Downs and Jonathan Taylor. With all the uncertainty around a team that already has offensive problems, it’s hard to see where the points are going to come from. Jacksonville’s defense was playing really well before the second London game, when it gave up 34 points against Houston, but the Colts are a perfect bounce-back spot. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! GPT’s analysis: We agree on this one. Indianapolis’ passing struggles, Jacksonville’s strong run defense and forecast wind support a limited Colts contribution. Losing Quenton Nelson creates another protection concern. The biggest risk is Jacksonville scoring heavily against a defense that just traded DeForest Buckner, particularly if Daniel Jones supplies short fields. Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams, Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: I can’t believe I’m doing this again. I swore off the Chargers, and yet here we are. This just feels like such a big game for the Chargers, and the Rams are all sorts of banged up. Jim Harbaugh said simplifying the playbook was an option. I’m hoping that means leaning on the run game and trying to limit possessions, which favors the Chargers getting a full touchdown. That's why I’d rather pay -118 for +7 than take +6½ at -102. This is obviously "Dan Z’s Plug Your Nose and Hit ‘Place Bet’ Bet of the Week," but that doesn’t even do it justice. Plug your nose, close your eyes, hell, have someone else place the bet for you. GPT’s analysis: The Chargers’ defense and extra preparation give this bet a foundation, while Joe Alt returning and Ladd McConkey being cleared offer hope for offensive improvement. My concern remains an offense averaging just 15 points. Taking a touchdown is understandable, with a seven-point defeat returning the stake, but I prefer the under. Kansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos, Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: The Chiefs are second in the NFL, allowing just 17 points per game, and the Denver offense stinks. Quarterback guru and offensive "genius" Sean Payton has a team that has scored 20 points or fewer in four of its seven games. But the Denver defense is rock solid as well. I expect both teams to lean heavily on their run games in an important divisional matchup, so the under is the play for me. GPT’s analysis: Denver’s inefficient offense, both teams’ slower pace and Pat Surtain’s return support the under. Rashee Rice returning and injuries elsewhere in both secondaries are the biggest concerns. I lean under, although it missed my five: ordinary stalled possessions can keep this below the number without requiring either defense to dominate. For full transparency, I used GPT-6.1 Sol with the thinking effort set to ultra. I supplied the odds board captured Saturday at noon ET and gave it the following prompt: "Pick your five best bets for Week 8 based on the odds provided. No bet can be priced worse than -120. Review every spread, total and moneyline that falls within those parameters and determine whether it belongs among your five picks. Explain exactly why you’re selecting each of the five bets. Also explain exactly why you’re passing on the eligible bets you don’t select. Use at least 10 different sources for each game so you have a broad understanding of everything surrounding each game. Before delivering the results, do a fact-check and ensure that everything is correct." Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: Buffalo leads the NFL in offensive points per drive at 3.13 while allowing the most defensive points per drive at 2.76. That combination supports scoring from both teams, particularly with Lamar Jackson cleared to return. Jackson’s residual ankle pain and Buffalo listing DJ Moore, Dalton Kincaid and Spencer Brown as questionable are meaningful concerns. Still, Baltimore gets its starting quarterback back against a defense that has repeatedly struggled to end possessions. The number requires 55 points, but Buffalo’s offensive efficiency and defensive vulnerability make the over my preferred bet. GPT’s projected score: Bills 31, Ravens 28 Dan’s analysis: This number is way too high for me to play, but I don’t necessarily hate it. I’d just rather back Baltimore than bet this total. Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: Cleveland averages 19 points per game and Pittsburgh 21.9, making the extra half-point above a field goal particularly useful. The Browns have Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson back, while Pittsburgh is missing defensive backs Brandin Echols and Doneiko Slaughter. Cleveland tackle Tytus Howard’s questionable status is the biggest concern against a Pittsburgh pass rush that has Alex Highsmith cleared to play. I prefer taking the points to asking Cleveland to win outright. Pittsburgh can win a competitive divisional game by a field goal, and this ticket still cashes. GPT’s projected score: Steelers 23, Browns 20 Dan’s analysis: I’m not buying Cleveland, and I honestly considered Pittsburgh. But the Browns seem to find a way to keep games close, so that’s why I passed. Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: Daniel Jones has four touchdown passes against seven interceptions, while Jacksonville allows just 3.23 yards per carry. That makes it difficult for Indianapolis to compensate for its passing problems through Jonathan Taylor. Quenton Nelson’s departure adds another protection concern, although Sauce Gardner being cleared helps the Colts’ defense. Forecast winds of 13–16 mph provide additional support for the under; showers are expected mainly later in the afternoon. The biggest concern is Jacksonville scoring heavily against a defense that just lost DeForest Buckner. Still, Indianapolis’ limited scoring outlook makes the under preferable to laying double digits. GPT’s projected score: Jaguars 27, Colts 16 Dan’s analysis: We’re on the same page here, GPT. No notes. Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: Minnesota leads the NFL in defensive EPA per play and ranks second in defensive DVOA, while Detroit ranks 25th in defensive DVOA. That gives the Vikings a credible way to limit Detroit while finding enough offense against a vulnerable defense. Aaron Jones and Brian O’Neill are cleared, and Detroit safety Kerby Joseph is out. Jared Goff’s excellent performance against blitzes is the biggest concern against Brian Flores’ aggressive approach. This is my strongest selection at the supplied prices. Even money makes taking the full field goal attractive, with a three-point defeat returning the stake. GPT’s projected score: Lions 24, Vikings 23 Dan’s analysis: Another one where I considered playing the other side because the Vikings just aren’t that good. But the defense is legit enough to keep it within a field goal, so I passed on the Lions. Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams, Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The Chargers average just 15 points per game and rank last in offensive EPA per play. Their defense has been considerably better, ranking ninth in EPA per play, while the Rams rank seventh. That supports an under without requiring the Rams to win comfortably. Joe Alt returning and Ladd McConkey being cleared give the Chargers reasons for improvement after their bye. Derwin James’ absence also creates opportunities for Matthew Stafford. Those are legitimate risks, but the Chargers’ sustained offensive problems and both defenses’ efficiency make staying below 46 more appealing than choosing a side. GPT’s projected score: Rams 24, Chargers 17 Dan’s analysis: This number is pretty high for a Chargers offense that is probably the worst in the NFL. I understand the under, but I’d rather take the points with the Chargers. That’s it for Week 8! We paid some hefty prices to get the numbers we wanted, and I really want to follow up my 4-1 week with another winning slate. Check back next week to see if the strategy pays off. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae620f4272c212045af4222 Find your next favorite bite in InMaricopa’s Food & Beverage Guide te 2026-10-31T17:10:12.646Z Find your next favorite bite in InMaricopa’s Food & Beverage Guide Looking for a new breakfast spot, a place for date night or something different for dinner? The 2026 InMaricopa Food & Beverage Guide brings local dining options together in one digital edition. Inside, readers will find a restaurant directory, a dining map, residents’ recommendations and a look at restaurant projects. Whether you favor familiar dishes or want to try something new, the guide offers a place to start. Explore the local dining map Finding your next meal starts with knowing what’s nearby. The guide pairs a restaurant map with a directory covering everything from coffee and doughnuts to pizza, sushi and sit-down dinners. Listings identify cuisine types and distinguish independent businesses from local or national chains. Use it to explore a different part of town or find an option you have overlooked. Let locals pick breakfast Need a morning recommendation? Five Maricopa residents share their favorite breakfast stops and what they order. Their picks include Roots Eatery, Honeycutt Coffee Cafe & Wine Bar, Agave’s Restaurant, Aliberto’s Mexican Food and IHOP. Favorites range from breakfast burritos and eggs Benedict to pancakes with eggs and bacon. Meanwhile, other sections explore dining preferences, including date nights and family-friendly meals. See what’s been cooking The guide also examines Maricopa’s restaurant pipeline, separating projects under construction from those still moving through planning and permitting. That reporting reflects the September 2026 edition. Opening dates and construction schedules may have changed since publication. Ready to find your next favorite bite? Browse the guide, explore the map and pick a place for your next meal. Read the 2026 InMaricopa Food & Beverage Guide. 2026 InMaricopa Food & Beverage Guide The post Find your next favorite bite in InMaricopa’s Food & Beverage Guide appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae620ee272c212045af4218 DPS releases Hobbs border security video days before election te 2026-10-31T17:10:06.736Z DPS releases Hobbs border security video days before election PHOENIX -- Less than a week before the election the Department of Public Safety released a video extolling the benefits of Gov. Katie Hobbs' Operation Desert Guardian. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae620ed272c212045af41f1 Commanders lose Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne for the season after suffering practice injury: report te 2026-10-31T17:10:05.090Z Commanders lose Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne for the season after suffering practice injury: report The Washington Commanders had a bye last week, but the injuries didn’t stop. Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne suffered a season-ending Jones fracture at practice Friday, according to ESPN. For the reeling Commanders, it’s a crushing blow. Payne has been an anchor on their defensive line since being drafted with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft out of Alabama. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE In six games this season, the Pro Bowl tackle has recorded 14 tackles and one sack. Across his nine-year career, Payne has 446 tackles and 38 sacks in 136 games. Payne has also been remarkably durable throughout his career; he has never missed more than two games in a season during his career and has played an entire season six times. Losing Payne for the rest of the season is a blow that the 1-4-1 Commanders might not be able to handle. The Commanders were already yielding 28.7 points per game with him in the lineup, the second-worst mark in the NFL. Only the Arizona Cardinals have a worse scoring defense (29.7 points per game). THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! One area in which the Commanders' defense was about average was against the run, as it allowed 100.5 rushing yards per game, good for 14th in the NFL. However, without Payne, that number will likely rise. The next three games for the Commanders will determine if they have a chance to rally in the weakened NFC East. They play the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, followed by the Los Angeles Rams at home before playing the New York Giants on Thursday. If they can win two of those three games, they have a chance to stick around in the NFC East race. If they lose two or all three of those games, it will essentially seal their fate as a bottom-dweller in the NFC. Without Payne, a trip to the NFC’s basement feels all the more likely. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae620ec272c212045af41e8 Political activism, antisemitism allegations put public schools under the microscope te 2026-10-31T17:10:04.188Z Political activism, antisemitism allegations put public schools under the microscope Public schools in both Philadelphia and Los Angeles are facing scrutiny over allegations that educators used classroom and student activities to push politics on controversial topics, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The cases have raised fresh concerns among advocates about the infiltration of political activism in education. The House Education and Workforce Committee found in Philadelphia that district curricula endorsed "ideology justifying violent resistance and legitimize radical groups that incite antisemitism." Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, the school district substantiated 11 allegations involving teachers at Canoga Park High School, finding that they promoted one-sided views about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Jewish Insider reported. The complaints were brought by the North American Values Institute, or NAVI. "NAVI is very active in tracking what extremists are doing in education. And so, when we started seeing Code Pink do webinars discussing sort of what they were up to in Los Angeles County schools, we paid very close attention," NAVI Government Affairs Director Clifford Smith told Fox News Digital.  FEDS OPEN PROBE INTO ANTI-ISRAEL NYC TEACHERS "When we saw that they were making plans to basically directly insert, you know, very politicized... far, far, far-left propaganda directly in the classrooms, we wanted to act because we knew that, you know, at least according to the rules of the school district, that shouldn't happen," Smith said.  The Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) investigation found that high school teachers had been giving one-sided lessons on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including a lesson on the "martyrs of Gaza," according to Jewish Insider. The outlet noted that the investigation also revealed that teachers had been recruiting students to join the anti-Israel group Students for Justice in Palestine. Following the investigation, LAUSD adopted several corrective measures, including removing political materials from classes, restructuring curricula and requiring staff training on antisemitism and political advocacy rules, according to Jewish Insider. NATION’S LARGEST TEACHERS UNION UNDER FIRE AS CONTROVERSIAL AGENDA PUTS CENTURY-OLD FEDERAL CHARTER AT RISK Corey DeAngelis, a research fellow at the Heritage Foundation, said the corrective measures did not address what he described as the broader culture behind the allegations. "Legal remedies and corrective actions do not fix the root of the problem," DeAngelis told Fox News Digital. "Removing materials, restructuring some curricula, and requiring training marks a step in the right direction. Yet the underlying bias, ideology, and hostile environment remain embedded in the public school system as long as the same staff, the same culture, and the same monopoly persist." Tina Descovich, CEO and co-founder of Moms for Liberty, said the findings in Los Angeles were "deeply troubling." "Teachers actively pushed antisemitic viewpoints and anti-Israel prejudice on young, impressionable children," Descovich told Fox News Digital. "This should never happen in America. And yet not only is it occurring daily, but teachers unions are actively running cover for it." ACTIVIST TEACHER’S PALESTINIAN IDENTITY CLAIMS UNRAVEL AS SHE ADMITS BEING A ‘WHITE WOMAN’ OF PRIVILEGE Smith said the issue was not whether teachers discussed the conflict, but rather how they presented it. "Now, I have no problem teaching both sides of any conflict. I do have a problem with anybody teaching entirely one side of a conflict without teaching the others or entirely one side of the debate without teaching the other sides of the debate," Smith told Fox News Digital. In Philadelphia, according to the congressional committee, students were asked as part of a world history unit to create artwork that "embodies the concept of cultural resistance." The committee's report also stated that students were taught the definition of "settler colonialism," which was described as having "taken place across many areas throughout the world." The committee also found that students were instructed to "honor" a resistance movement of their choosing. The list of movements provided to the students included the Great March of Return, a Hamas campaign that included deadly clashes. In a statement provided to Fox News Digital, the School District of Philadelphia said, "Antisemitism has no place in our schools, and we take concerns about antisemitic harassment or discrimination very seriously, just as we do not condone or tolerate Islamophobia, racism, or discrimination against any ethnic, racial or religious group." Additionally, the School District of Philadelphia provided a statement from the Board of Education to Fox News Digital, stating that it disagrees with the committee's report and remains "committed to fostering school climates where all students and staff feel supported and safe." UNEARTHED FILING SHOWS LARGEST TEACHERS UNIONS POURED OVER $900 MILLION INTO POLITICAL ACTIVITIES During a September interview with the House Education and Workforce Committee, Superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia Dr. Tony B. Watlington said that controversial topics had to be addressed in ways that are "age appropriate and consistent with our belief that we teach students how to think and not what to think." For some Jewish families, the handling of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict expanded beyond the classroom and into the general school environment. Nataliya, a mother whose children go to school in the Philadelphia metro area, told Fox News Digital that it was important to her that her children grew up in a place where they could feel safe being openly Jewish. "Being safe as a Jew and being safe to be a Jew was very important to me because of my background," Nataliya, who is a Jewish immigrant from the Soviet Union, told Fox News Digital. She added that she and her husband agreed to live in an area with strong public schools where their children could be comfortable being Jewish. However, things changed after Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel, according to Nataliya. Nataliya said that two of her middle-school-aged son's teachers, who happened to be Jewish, claimed that they, independent of each other, opted for old Q&A sessions in their classrooms after Oct. 7 and both were reprimanded. She said the teacher informed her that they had been "told they were not allowed to say anything about October 7 or to answer any questions if they ask them anything." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE After that, Nataliya and her husband decided to move their son to a Jewish private school. They decided that their daughter would finish elementary school before moving to a private school. Nataliya's decision to move her son out of public school is one that Sydney Altfield, CEO of Teach Coalition, said she is hearing from other Jewish families as well. "When antisemitism is going on in public schools, students feel unsafe and we know this happens. Students feel unsafe there, and they flee to Jewish day schools," Altfield told Fox News Digital. She explained that, while Jewish private schools, often referred to as "day schools," are expensive, communities and schools will often come together to help families with the financial burden. However, there is another cost that Jewish schools have faced: security. "We found that schools after October 7 are spending over $400,000 a year on security funding. So all of these things add up... and it really is a domino effect," Altfield said. "When kids are feeling unsafe in a public school, and they choose to move to a Jewish day school, costs for that day school go up. Support for that community goes up. It's really a long-term effect, and we track all of this – enrollment tuition, security expenses, everything." Altfield, whose organization focuses on private schools, told Fox News Digital that she did not think that antisemitism would reach these levels in her lifetime. "We are living in an alternate universe of the world that I grew up in, in the world that, you know, we all want to grow up in," she said, adding that the issue of antisemitism is on both sides of the political aisle.  "We must do everything to stop it, and if that means we have to build more Jewish day schools to keep ourselves safe, then we're going to make sure that our community is safe no matter what," Atfield said.  Fox News Digital reached out to LAUSD for comment but did not immediately hear back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae620eb272c212045af41df New York and LA didn't win America's best mega airport title, but one Midwest hub did te 2026-10-31T17:10:03.169Z New York and LA didn't win America's best mega airport title, but one Midwest hub did A Midwestern airport has once again come out on top among North America’s largest hubs, outpacing better-known coastal airports serving New York and Los Angeles. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport topped the mega airport category for the third consecutive year, according to new 2026 rankings from J.D. Power of North America’s best airports. Tampa International Airport and Charleston International Airport also took top honors in their respective size categories, the same survey found.  DEADLY DISEASE SPARKS NEW CDC RULE FOR US-BOUND FLYERS AS MAJOR AIRLINES SEEK DELAY "Minneapolis does a lot of things well," Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog "View From the Wing," told Fox News Digital. "Connecting passengers have plenty of amenities without having to leave security," Leff said. "Local passengers have an airport relatively close to both downtowns, with light rail access." Leff said Minneapolis passengers may face long walks between gates, but he said it still feels manageable. The airport's score was 684 on J.D. Power's 1,000-point scale.  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranked second among mega airports with 663 points, followed by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with 642. POPULAR AIRLINE HITS CUSTOMERS WITH STEEP FEE HIKE FOR FIRST TIME IN 8 YEARS Tampa ranked first among large airports with a score of 715, followed by Portland International Airport with 708 and Dallas Love Field with 698. Charleston led the medium-airport category with 712 points, ahead of Ontario International Airport with 705 and Indianapolis International Airport with 695. "Tampa is very well organized, even though you do have to transit between your concourses," Leff said. Charleston is not overbuilt, he said, so it's easy to get through the airport. TRAVEL NIGHTMARE UNFOLDS AS MAJOR AIRLINE SCRAPS FLIGHT AFTER HARROWING 12-HOUR DELAY "What is an airport for? An airport is a place that you go to get to, through and out of quickly. You're flying, you're trying to go somewhere very efficiently. The best airports are the ones that help you do exactly that," Leff said. Overall passenger satisfaction increased across all three airport categories. J.D. Power, headquartered in Troy, Michigan, said all the highest-ranked airports have recently completed, or are close to completing, multiyear capital improvement projects. "On the whole, those efforts are finally starting to pay off in the form of higher overall passenger satisfaction scores," Michael Taylor, managing director of travel, hospitality and retail at J.D. Power, said in a statement. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Leff cautioned travelers, however, not to get too swayed by upscale renovations.  "New York LaGuardia's Central Terminal is a beautiful facility … but it is still … an airport that is relatively difficult to get through," Leff noted. New York and Los Angeles missed the mark, and Leff was not surprised. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Leff believes San Francisco International Airport and National Airport in Washington, D.C. are among the country’s best because they are close to their cities and easy to navigate. The study identified clear signage and easy navigation as major drivers of satisfaction. Food, beverage and retail programs improved, rising 8 points year over year. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The North America Airport Satisfaction Study is in its 21st year and measures passenger experiences across seven areas: ease of travel through the airport, trust in the airport, terminal facilities, airport staff, the departure or trip-to-airport experience, food, beverage and retail, and the arrival or trip-from-airport experience, according to the company.  J.D. Power said it defines mega airports as those with at least 33 million passengers per year, large airports as those with 10 million to 32.9 million passengers and medium airports as those with 4.5 million to 9.9 million passengers. The 2026 study is based on 24,710 completed surveys from U.S. and Canadian residents who traveled through at least one U.S. or Canadian airport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61c3e272c212045af40ed James Madison fans were warned about Billy Napier, now the chickens have come home to roost te 2026-10-31T16:50:06.381Z James Madison fans were warned about Billy Napier, now the chickens have come home to roost A little less than two weeks ago, the James Madison Dukes were one of the toasts of the college football world. The Sun Belt darlings were 7-0, and new head coach Billy Napier looked like he had exorcised all of the demons that plagued him at his previous stop in the Sunshine State. The Dukes were lighting up the scoreboard, and talks of a College Football Playoff appearance were starting to crop up all around Harrisonburg. EX-FLORIDA GATORS COACH BILLY NAPIER RIPPED TO SHREDS BY FORMER PLAYER DURING PODCAST APPEARANCE Since then, the mood has soured considerably in the Shenandoah Valley, thanks to a two-game losing streak that has effectively ended any CFP dreams that purple and gold-clad fans had swirling around in their heads. But it isn't just the number in the loss column that has JMU fans vexed, it's how those losses happened and who they happened against that is causing all of the consternation. WHY ONE DETAIL ABOUT NFL FINAL ROSTERS PROVES FORMER FLORIDA COACH BILLY NAPIER WAS WORSE THAN YOU REMEMBER Both games were almost identical to one another in terms of how they went, as the Dukes were healthy favorites against both Appalachian State and Troy and raced out to considerable first half leads before stagnating in the second half, losing both games in overtime. What's even more damning is that the second half swoons have been happening quite a bit this year, with James Madison being outscored in the final 30+ minutes in four of the eight games they've played against FBS competition. A COMBINATION OF BAD COACHING HIRES AND SUBPAR QUARTERBACK PLAY IS THE CULPRIT FOR SEC'S RECENT SWOON In other words, this isn't a new development. If only someone could have warned Dukes fans before they hired a guy like Napier. Oh wait... If you read my buddy and fellow Gator fan Zach Dean's latest edition of Nightcaps, you're already aware that there is somewhat of a mea culpa happening on social media between James Madison fans and Florida supporters. LOYALTY BE DAMNED: DID THESE COACHES STICK AROUND A SEASON TOO LONG AND BLOW THEIR CHANCES AT A BIG GIG? My Orange and Blue brethren spent all offseason repeatedly cautioning the JMU faithful about Napier's tendencies and pig-headed nature when it came to coaching. Dukes fans were confident the issues had been fixed, even pointing to the fact that a self-reflective Napier went on a speaking tour talking about how he "looked in the mirror" and took ownership of how things fell apart in Gainesville. He even hired an offensive coordinator, something he was practically begged to do for four years while coaching at Florida. The national media got on board, too, wondering if Florida really was just some toxic situation where even the best coaches went to kill their careers. The media and Dukes fans even doubled down when JMU got off to that aforementioned 7-0 start. Then it all came crashing down, and the same issues that sank Napier in The Swamp reared their ugly head in the Commonwealth. Poor clock management, stagnant second half offenses, head-scratching play calls in high-leverage situations. You can find a handful of Florida games from 2022-25 that resemble the two most recent JMU losses to a T, so much so that many Gator fans were accurately predicting what would happen next. A tiger can't change its stripes, and although Napier went out and hired an OC and did some reflecting in the offseason, this is who he is. In his final season at Louisiana as the head coach of the Ragin' Cajuns, Napier uttered the now infamous "scared money don't make money" catchphrase that made him a hot candidate during the 2021 hiring cycle. Ironically, every coaching moment for Billy after that has been the definition of "scared money." This latest masterpiece sums it all up perfectly. Napier coaches with a style that offers the lowest possible margin for error. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE It's why, even in games he was dominating while at Florida, the game would always usually come down to one score in the fourth quarter. His swan song in The Swamp, a shocking 29-21 upset over then-top-10 Texas, saw the Gators bludgeoning the Longhorns on both lines of scrimmage. Any coach worth his salt would have put his foot on Texas' throat and put the Longhorns away early, but Napier and company "turtled" in the second half, making a few boneheaded decisions in the process, to allow the Bevo Boys to have a chance to tie the game late in the fourth. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! And perhaps the worst part of it all is who came before Napier at James Madison. The coaches directly preceding Billy in Harrisonburg were Curt Cignetti and Bob Chesney, two of the most calculated, ruthlessly efficient coaches in the game of college football right now. Everything they did made sense from an analytics standpoint, and their teams were (and are) well coached and almost never "play with their food." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER I'm sure Dukes fans are experiencing some form of shock having to go from coach Cig and Chesney to Sun Belt Billy, but as I mentioned above, they were warned. It's nice to see the JMU faithful finally coming around, but it might be too late to save them at this point. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61c3d272c212045af40b7 Nuggets’ Jamal Murray Gives Blunt Reaction to Dillon Brooks Groin Kick te 2026-10-31T16:50:05.133Z Nuggets’ Jamal Murray Gives Blunt Reaction to Dillon Brooks Groin Kick Nuggets star Jamal Murray shared his blunt reaction after the Suns' Dillon Brooks was ejected for kicking him in the groin. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61c3c272c212045af40ae Jets Send Clear Message on Garrett Wilson Amid Trade Buzz te 2026-10-31T16:50:04.088Z Jets Send Clear Message on Garrett Wilson Amid Trade Buzz Adam Schefter reveals the Jets' stance on Garrett Wilson as trade rumors swirl ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL deadline. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61c3a272c212045af40a5 Kirk Herbstreit Raises Big Question About Ohio State Ahead of USC Game te 2026-10-31T16:50:02.901Z Kirk Herbstreit Raises Big Question About Ohio State Ahead of USC Game Kirk Herbstreit raises questions about Ohio State without Julian Sayin as true freshman Luka Fahey prepares to start against USC. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6178f272c212045af3fa1 Steph Curry Opens Up About His Viral Moment After Dropping Luka Doncic te 2026-10-31T16:30:07.581Z Steph Curry Opens Up About His Viral Moment After Dropping Luka Doncic Stephen Curry reflects on his viral crossover against Luka Doncic and explains why he continues to enjoy the game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6178e272c212045af3f98 Luka Doncic Sends Honest Message After Lakers' Loss to Warriors te 2026-10-31T16:30:06.368Z Luka Doncic Sends Honest Message After Lakers' Loss to Warriors Luka Doncic reflects on the Lakers' struggles after blowing a 25-point lead against Stephen Curry and the Warriors. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6178d272c212045af3f8f Khamenei Orders Iran Military Response ‘Without Geographical Limitations’ te 2026-10-31T16:30:05.316Z Khamenei Orders Iran Military Response ‘Without Geographical Limitations’ Amid the ongoing war, the country's supreme leader said that “any kind and level of threat” should face an immediate response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6178c272c212045af3f86 Trump Says Kansas, Iowa Don’t Need Him. Polls Show Otherwise te 2026-10-31T16:30:04.168Z Trump Says Kansas, Iowa Don’t Need Him. Polls Show Otherwise The president has rescheduled in-person rallies in Iowa and Kansas, two Senate seats the GOP seems confident it can retain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6178b272c212045af3f7d Josh Hart Exposes Concerning Knicks Problem After Six Games te 2026-10-31T16:30:03.032Z Josh Hart Exposes Concerning Knicks Problem After Six Games Josh Hart highlights the Knicks' early-season fatigue concerns as New York searches for consistency under Mike Brown. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61535272c212045af3f29 Tim McGraw says brutal toll of filming 'Yellowstone' prequel pushed him to edge: 'Wouldn't have survived' te 2026-10-31T16:20:05.735Z Tim McGraw says brutal toll of filming 'Yellowstone' prequel pushed him to edge: 'Wouldn't have survived' Tim McGraw was pushed to the brink while filming Taylor Sheridan's Western drama "1883."  The country music superstar revealed that the brutal production schedule left him questioning how much longer he could keep going. Between 14-hour shooting days, six-day workweeks and late-night flights for concert performances, McGraw said the grueling experience was unlike anything he and his wife, Faith Hill, had faced before. "If it had gone on any longer, I probably wouldn't have survived, put it that way," McGraw told Esquire. MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY GIVES UPDATE ON RUMORED 'YELLOWSTONE' SPIN-OFF SERIES, YEARS AFTER REPORTS FIRST SURFACED The "Live Like You Were Dying" singer described the demands of filming the "Yellowstone" prequel. "I learned a lot, certainly because it was such a tough shoot," McGraw said. "I think we shot for right around six months. It was a long shoot. Five or six months. It was close to it. And we shot mostly six days a week, and like 14 hours a day." But filming wasn't McGraw's only commitment. The country star was also juggling concerts, sometimes going straight from the set to an airplane before returning home in the middle of the night and starting the cycle again just hours later. "And during that time, I had a handful of shows that I had to do," he explained. "So there were times that I would finish up around six o'clock in the evening, jump on a plane, go do a show and then get home at 1:00 in the morning, then be in the gym at 3:00 and be in the makeup chair at 5:30, 6:00. So, I had a few of those." Although "1883" followed the Duttons' journey from Texas to Montana, much of the series was filmed in Texas before production moved north. The cast also endured a rigorous cowboy camp, learning to ride, rope, work cattle and shoot guns before filming began. "We all got to do it together, which was an incredible experience," "1883" co-star Eric Nelsen previously told Fox News Digital. "But it was a time for us to get comfortable on our horses, to learn how to cut cattle, how to rope, how to shoot guns – all the things we're going to have to do on the show." The real test came on set. McGraw and Hill recalled filming a dangerous river crossing around 3 a.m. on their 25th wedding anniversary, with temperatures hovering around 36 or 37 degrees, according to Entertainment Weekly. The grueling schedule left little room for sleep or recovery. "I told Faith it was probably the hardest job we've ever had. I had some hard jobs growing up." McGraw then revealed how close the demanding schedule had pushed him to his limit. Despite the physical demands, McGraw said the experience was worth it, particularly because he got to work alongside Hill and Sheridan. MICHELLE PFEIFFER FOUGHT 'BATTLE' WITH TAYLOR SHERIDAN BEFORE SURRENDERING TO HIT SHOW 'THE MADISON' "It was tough, but it was worth it because we were getting to work together, and we were getting to work with Taylor, who was fantastic, and like I said, a brilliant writer." McGraw also said he gained a greater appreciation for preparation, explaining that the demanding production taught him the importance of arriving on set ready to work. Although McGraw had previously appeared in films, "1883" marked his first major role in a television series. The demanding shoot also required McGraw to contend with unpredictable conditions on set. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "The elements were always fighting us, and you were working with animals, and you were working with extras, and you were working with horses, which I grew up riding horses, so it was fun for me," McGraw said. "But I think I learned more than anything is there's so much value in preparing. And the more you prepare and the more you're ready to do what you're going to do, it takes away a lot of the nervousness." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS McGraw and Hill starred as James and Margaret Dutton in "1883," which follows the couple's perilous journey across the Great Plains in search of a new life in Montana. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "1883" traces the roots of the Dutton family's Montana ranching legacy, long before the events of "Yellowstone." Sheridan initially tapped McGraw for a flashback appearance in the fourth season of "Yellowstone" before developing the standalone prequel, which debuted in December 2021. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61534272c212045af3f20 Why the Ilhan Omar saga isn't going away te 2026-10-31T16:20:04.774Z Why the Ilhan Omar saga isn't going away President Donald Trump has his favorite riffs during campaign rallies. He’s recently complimented the physique of Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio. He still calls out former President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. But in recent weeks, the president spun Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., into heavy rotation on his playlist. The Department of Homeland Security and Justice Department are now probing Omar for alleged immigration fraud and financial disclosure reports. TRUMP SAYS ILHAN OMAR COULD GO TO JAIL OR BE DEPORTED, CALLS HER ‘A DISGRACE TO OUR COUNTRY’ "What she did was use a fake name and other things that are fake," the president groused about Omar. "She used the fake name to be sworn in. I assume she must immediately resign from Congress." Trump argued that Democrats "just conceded her seat." They didn’t. And the president declared that "she will not be legally allowed to be a member of that august body of politicians." Not accurate. The president doesn’t decide who gets to sit in Congress. Article I, Section 5 of the Constitution grants that power to the House and Senate. It charges both bodies with authority to "be the Judge of the Elections, Returns and Qualifications of its own Members." The Constitution goes on to say that the House and Senate may "punish its Members for Disorderly Behavior; and, with the Concurrence of two thirds, expel a Member." We bring up those responsibilities because it’s possible that the House may need to tangle with the "qualifications" of Omar. Especially since the New York Times reported that the Minnesota Democrat faced scrutiny by the Obama-era Justice Department in 2016. Moreover, that inquiry says the feds found evidence that she may have entered into a fraudulent marriage. If that’s the case, there could be questions about Omar’s citizenship. And thus, whether she’s even permitted to serve in Congress. Especially if it’s found she was naturalized as a citizen via bogus means. Republicans have been after Omar for years. Across the aisle, Democrats are concerned this could be a distracting headache. Especially if they seize control of the House after the midterms next week. THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO WHY REMOVING ILHAN OMAR FROM CONGRESS COULD BE HARDER THAN TRUMP EXPECTS The inquiry into Omar began in 2016 when she ran for the state legislature. Former President Barack Obama was in office. The investigation continued into the Biden administration. The feds terminated the inquiry in 2021. After the Trump administration raided Omar’s home in October — seizing electronics and documents — Obama defended the congresswoman. "It is a basic principle of American democracy that the government can’t selectively target individuals simply because of their political beliefs or what they say," the former president said. "But that’s exactly what the Trump administration is doing to Congresswoman Ilhan Omar." Obama said the current inquiry flipped her life "upside down" and characterized it as an effort to "intimidate someone." Controversial influencer and livestreamer Hasan Piker asked Omar about how her week was going amid the investigation. "It tracks for me," replied Omar. "That’s kind of what I’m used to." A spokeswoman for Omar said that she "has repeatedly and unequivocally denied this baseless, disgusting conspiracy theory." But indications that Omar faced scrutiny ten years ago make it harder to characterize this as wild, right-wing conjecture emanating from the blogosphere. "Who ordered [the investigation] closed?" asked Fox contributor Paul Mauro. "Reportedly, both administrations had opened cases into this. We now know how much smoke there is." Omar campaigned for the state legislature in 2016. Her campaign released a letter from the U.S. attorney saying it "wasn’t investigating" nor requesting an inquiry into Omar. So was she cleared? Or does word of the old probe pour petrol on the flames? "Omar will talk about and say, ‘They've looked into this. Nothing came about it,’" said University of Minnesota political science professor Kathryn Pearson. "But I think it's also a talking point that Republicans will use. So I think sort of both sides will try to use that to their advantage." John Nagel is Omar’s Republican opponent on the ballot next week. Nagel views the new investigation as a political wedge. "With the raid on her home, people should keep this in mind. It's a very serious accusation," Nagel said. "As far as I'm concerned, Somalia comes first in her life. And we are nothing more than a piggy bank for her." TRUMP PUSH TO OUST OMAR FACES HISTORIC SUPREME COURT TEST, BUT LEGAL EXPERTS SEE ‘UNCHARTED’ TWIST At least one Republican is ready to bounce Omar from the House. "If the evidence shows that she is not an American, she has to be removed immediately and probably put in prison," said Rep. Randy Fine, R-Fla. "I think the idea that a foreigner might be actually serving in Congress should be terrifying to Americans." But another House Republican urges caution. "We just need all the facts," said Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J. "I hope that the investigation is thorough, fair, and absolutely aboveboard." And then there is the question of due process. "The Ethics Committee should commence an investigation. It takes two-thirds of the House to expel a sitting Member. I would highly doubt the Democrats would agree. And certainly not without findings," Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., told Fox. "I think at a minimum, the Ethics Committee should move forward with an investigation immediately upon our return." This could develop into a real hornet’s nest for the House when lawmakers descend on Washington after the midterms. That’s to say nothing of questions about seating Omar when the new Congress starts in January. If Democrats win the House, would House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y. — perhaps as speaker — be forced to grapple with the question of seating Omar if Republicans move to exclude her? In fact, such a motion to exclude comes right before the new speaker swears in the entire House on Jan. 3. The speaker would swear in 434 members. Then takes votes related to the potential member in question. If Democrats win the House, new, moderate House Democrats might take their first formal floor vote on whether to seat Omar. Voting against Omar might be good for some of these new members, considering the political nature of their battleground districts. But would the Democratic brass pressure new members to vote with the caucus on such a nettlesome issue? Democrats who vote to seat Omar give Republicans an immediate opportunity to build a case against newly-christened members representing swing districts. A vote to exclude or expel Omar would go down as one of the most important roll calls of the entire two-year Congress. We haven’t even explored how progressives and Democratic Socialists — new to the House — might rage at moderate Democrats for not supporting their colleague. That could produce a serious schism among Democrats. This isn’t going away. Omar is a lightning rod. The GOP believes it can continue to milk this. President Trump has his favorite riffs about Omar. And it’s possible that House Republicans may as well. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61533272c212045af3efc Trump’s Arch Faces New Legal Challenge From Virginia and D.C. te 2026-10-31T16:20:03.662Z Trump’s Arch Faces New Legal Challenge From Virginia and D.C. The two jurisdictions contend that President Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch is “flagrantly unlawful,” citing concerns over traffic, the environment and historic preservation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae61532272c212045af3ee4 OpenAI reportedly lowers funding target for new round te 2026-10-31T16:20:02.432Z OpenAI reportedly lowers funding target for new round OpenAI’s latest funding round doesn't seem to be living up to expectations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae612db272c212045af3e44 Mom Moves Son, 10, Out of City—3 Days Before School, Everything Changes te 2026-10-31T16:10:03.698Z Mom Moves Son, 10, Out of City—3 Days Before School, Everything Changes After settling into their new home, a boy from the U.K. began showing worrying symptoms his mom initially struggled to explain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae612da272c212045af3e3b Doctors Gave Me 3 Months To Live. 10 Years Later, I’m Still Here te 2026-10-31T16:10:02.318Z Doctors Gave Me 3 Months To Live. 10 Years Later, I’m Still Here I felt as though I was counting down until my imminent death, just hoping to stay with my children for as long as possible. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60e2d272c212045af3d65 Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland te 2026-10-31T15:50:05.139Z Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland The Pop Culture Quiz is your weekly test of what’s making headlines and breaking the Internet, from the Heartland to Hollywood. This week's quiz spotlights country living and Hollywood confessions. Can you get all 5 questions right? For more Entertainment articles, visit www.foxnews.com/entertainment To try your hand at more quizzes from Fox News Digital, click here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60e2c272c212045af3d5c Florida and Georgia fans are fuming over today's venue for multiple reasons, but one sticks out te 2026-10-31T15:50:04.233Z Florida and Georgia fans are fuming over today's venue for multiple reasons, but one sticks out The Florida Gators are still orange and blue. The Georgia Bulldogs are still red and black. Other than that? Nothing will be recognizable in today's annual SEC rivalry game. And I mean nothing. For starters, the game won't be in Jacksonville for the first time in three decades. It won't return to Duval until 2028 due to stadium renovations. Today, it'll be at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, in Atlanta. Next year, it'll be in Tampa. The name of the game itself has also undergone major changes. For years, it was known as "The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party." Fans still affectionately call it that even though the NCAA changed it ... for obvious reasons. This year, arguably the SEC's biggest rivalry game outside of LSU-'Bama will be known as — and I hope you're sitting down for this — the "Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic." YOU WILL NEVER GUESS WHICH COMPANY DECIDED TO BECOME GEORGIA FOOTBALL'S ON-FIELD SPONSOR Rolls right off the tongue! So, yeah — a lot has changed. None of it is particularly good. Perhaps the most contentious change at the moment? The roof at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which will be closed this afternoon despite glorious weather conditions in Atlanta. FALCONS STAR BIJAN ROBINSON WANTS EVERY NFL TEAM TO PLAY INDOORS ONE DAY: 'THAT WOULD BE SICK' Fans from both teams — divided on just about everything else — were firmly united in this one. They hate it: I could go on and on. Nobody is happy right now. Again, both these fanbases hate each other, but they've found some real common ground when it comes to this year's game. I'm with them, by the way. Frankly, I think this game should be in Athens, and I think next year's game should be in Gainesville before it returns to Jacksonville in 2028. That seemed like a no-brainer to me. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE But the schools decided to play it at a neutral site because, I assume, corporate checks hit the bank account a little differently. Those are important in today's NIL world, you know? Personally, I think neutral site games in college football are just awful. They stink. The best thing college football has going for it is the campus atmosphere. That's why we love it, right? It's what makes College GameDay and Big Noon Kickoff great. It's why the college football playoff is great — at least for the first round. But over the past decade or so, there's been this shift to neutral site games. You see it all the time in the season-openers. There's just no juice. No spark. It doesn't quite hit the same. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! FLORIDA GATORS MAY OR MAY NOT BE ‘BACK,’ BUT ONE THING IS CERTAIN, FOOTBALL IS FINALLY FUN IN THE SWAMP AGAIN And don't get me started on the international games. Throw those in the trash can and toss the bag into a landfill. There is nothing worse than an international college football game. Nothing. Give me a break. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Anyway, happy Florida-Georgia day to all who celebrate! No need for sunglasses in Atlanta this afternoon. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60e2b272c212045af3d53 US Embassy warns of credible 'mass casualty' threat at popular Moscow tourist attraction te 2026-10-31T15:50:03.345Z US Embassy warns of credible 'mass casualty' threat at popular Moscow tourist attraction The U.S. Embassy in Moscow issued a security alert Saturday warning people of a potential "mass casualty event" at the Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve in Moscow. "The U.S. Embassy in Moscow is aware of a credible threat of a mass casualty event TODAY October 31, at the Tsaritsyno Museum Reserve in Moscow at Dolskaya Ulitsa 1, Moscow, Russia 11569. The U.S. government is coordinating with appropriate Russian authorities on a response," the embassy wrote in a statement. The alert warned people to avoid the Tsaritsyno Museum area and to "stay alert, and avoid crowds." Founded in 1775 as a summer home for Russia's Catherine II, the Tsaritsyno Museum is now a popular tourist attraction in Russia's capital. INSIDE MELANIA TRUMP'S SECRET DIPLOMATIC ROLE IN THE RUSSIA-UKRAINE CEASEFIRE DEAL The museum itself attracted more than two million visitors in 2022, Moscow's deputy mayor Natalya Sergunina said in 2023. The surrounding grounds, enjoyed by Moscow's local citizens for physical activity and dog walking, see even more foot traffic, according to The Art Newspaper. The U.S. Embassy's alert also included a warning to people in the Moscow area to keep cell phones and other batteries charged, stay aware of surroundings, and to review a personal security plan. The alert was issued as tensions in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine continue to escalate. TRUMP ANNOUNCES IMMEDIATE ENERGY CEASEFIRE BETWEEN RUSSIA AND UKRAINE On Friday, Ukraine struck an oil refinery in southern Russia, ending a two-week pause on energy infrastructure attacks brokered by President Donald Trump between the warring nations. The previous day, Russian drone and missile strikes in Ukraine killed at least 27 civilians, according to the Wall Street Journal. Fox News Digital contacted the U.S. Embassy in Moscow for further information. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60e2a272c212045af3d1f From restaurant guides to payments, here’s how TikTok is building a super app te 2026-10-31T15:50:02.056Z From restaurant guides to payments, here’s how TikTok is building a super app TikTok may be working to become the app that people use for most of their digital activities. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60bda272c212045af3ce0 Man accused of stealing beer from Circle K where he was banned te 2026-10-31T15:40:10.634Z Man accused of stealing beer from Circle K where he was banned A man accused of stealing beer from a convenience store was arrested after an officer recognized him from a welfare check earlier that day, according to a probable cause statement.   Police responded to a shoplifting report shortly before 6 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Circle K on Honeycut and Porter roads. Store employees spotted a man in a black sweatshirt leaving the store with two beers bulging from his pockets.  An officer identified the man in surveillance footage as 31-year-old David Vasquez, who he recognized from a welfare check earlier that day, according to a probable cause statement. Vasquez had also been previously banned from the store.  The surveillance video showed Vazquez grabbing items from the store shelves and shoving them into his pockets before he walked out the door.  Officers found Vazquez west of the store two hours later and he admitted he had “walked into Circle K and stole alcohol,” according to the probable cause report.   The items were not recovered but were estimated at a total value of $11.54.  Vazquez was arrested on suspicion of shoplifting and criminal trespassing and taken to Pinal County Jail.  Amongst a gamut of charges over the last five years, Vazquez was also recently arrested for burglary on May 7and shoplifting on Aug. 18, police said.  The post Man accused of stealing beer from Circle K where he was banned appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60bd6272c212045af3c88 DC, Virginia Sue to Block Trump’s 250-Foot Arch After Judge Questions Plan te 2026-10-31T15:40:06.164Z DC, Virginia Sue to Block Trump’s 250-Foot Arch After Judge Questions Plan A lawsuit seeks to halt Trump’s proposed triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery days before construction could begin. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60bd5272c212045af3c7f Trump DOJ Blocked Nationwide From Threatening Election Officials te 2026-10-31T15:40:05.064Z Trump DOJ Blocked Nationwide From Threatening Election Officials A judge has temporarily barred the government from various methods of pressuring election officials in the runup to the midterms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60bd3272c212045af3c76 Red Flags of China's Organ Transplant Abuse  te 2026-10-31T15:40:03.765Z Red Flags of China's Organ Transplant Abuse  The problem starts with the CCP system, a new study says. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60bd2272c212045af3c6d How Donald Trump And Bill Clinton's Rally Sizes Compare Before Midterms te 2026-10-31T15:40:02.451Z How Donald Trump And Bill Clinton's Rally Sizes Compare Before Midterms On Friday President Trump addressed supporters in Daytona, Florida, while former President Clinton spoke in Mississippi. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6097e272c212045af3c17 Your daily coffee habit may affect your brain and mood in unexpected ways, study finds te 2026-10-31T15:30:06.342Z Your daily coffee habit may affect your brain and mood in unexpected ways, study finds Your daily cup of coffee may be doing more than helping you wake up in the morning, a new study has found. A small study out of University College Cork in Ireland found that both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee were linked to changes in gut microbes and some measures of mood. Both types also appeared to have different effects on cognition. "Coffee is more than just caffeine — it’s a complex dietary factor that interacts with our gut microbes, our metabolism and even our emotional wellbeing," study corresponding author Professor John Cryan said in a statement. Caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee may influence health "in distinct but complementary ways," Cryan added. YOUR MORNING COFFEE COULD BE MAKING YOU MORE TIRED, EXPERTS WARN: 'LIKE A ROLLER COASTER' The researchers studied 62 healthy adults, 31 who were regular coffee drinkers and 31 who did not drink coffee. The coffee drinkers, who typically had three to five cups a day, stopped drinking it for two weeks; then they were assigned to resume caffeinated or decaf coffee for three weeks. Researchers then tracked their mood and cognitive test scores and analyzed stool and urine samples. After coffee was reintroduced, both groups reported lower stress, depression and impulsivity than at the the start of the study.  The caffeinated group also reported reduced anxiety and showed improvement on an attention test. Those who drank decaf showed improvement on a test of episodic memory, which measures the ability to recall information and experiences. FORGET YOGURT AND SAUERKRAUT: 5 GUT-FRIENDLY FAVORITES MAY ALREADY BE ON YOUR SHELF The researchers found that coffee drinkers also had differences in certain gut bacteria and both groups had some microbial changes after starting both types of coffee, though the study could not prove gut microbes caused the reported mood or cognitive changes. "Public interest in gut health has risen hugely," Cryan said. "The relationship between digestive and mental health is also increasingly being better understood, but the mechanisms behind coffee’s effects on this gut-brain axis have remained unclear." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The study had some additional limitations, noted Rebecca Steele, Ph.D., a New York-based clinical psychologist who was not involved in the research.  People should be cautious about drawing broad conclusions from a small sample, Steele told Fox News Digital. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Gains on cognitive tests do not necessarily translate into meaningful or lasting improvements in everyday life, she added. "How I perform with a paper-and-pen test might not be the same way that I perform when I’m out in the real world," she said.  Research has found short-term effects of caffeine on alertness, but evidence about its long-term effects on cognition remains inconclusive, she also said.  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ While Steele said the decaf group’s memory results are interesting, changes in sleep and physical activity, along with the possibility of a "learning effect" from taking the same tests more than once, complicate the findings. "Changes in self-reported stress and depression scores should not be confused with evidence that coffee treats clinical depression," she also cautioned. Fox News Digital reached out to the researchers for additional comment and information. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6097d272c212045af3c0e Identity thieves don’t need your password anymore. Here are 6 new account takeover threats te 2026-10-31T15:30:05.387Z Identity thieves don’t need your password anymore. Here are 6 new account takeover threats You may think of a stolen password as the main way someone gets into your account. But online criminals have learned that they do not always need to steal the password itself. They may hijack an active login session, convince you to approve a sign-in, take control of your phone number or use malware to collect information from your device. Passwords are still important. However, they are only one part of the security system protecting your identity. Here are six ways criminals may try to get around traditional password protection and the practical steps you can take to protect yourself. Join our CyberGuy LIVE class: 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money In this free live online class, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will share five practical ways to protect your trip and your wallet this holiday travel season. You’ll learn how to secure your phone and personal information, find better travel deals, avoid common scams, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Join us today, Saturday, Oct. 31, at 11 a.m. ET / 8 a.m. PT. Register for free now at CyberGuyLive.com. Missed this morning’s live class? Register at CyberGuyLive.com to watch the replay. YOUR BANK MAY STOP TEXTING YOU SIX-DIGIT CODES When you sign in to a website, the service often creates a session that tells it you have already proved who you are. Your browser or app may keep that session active so you do not have to enter your password every few minutes. Criminals can sometimes steal the digital tokens or cookies associated with these sessions. If the service accepts the stolen information, an attacker may gain access without entering your password or completing another verification step. How to protect yourself: Review the devices and active sessions connected to your accounts. Sign out of anything you don't recognize and check for suspicious login activity. We've previously explained how to check for unfamiliar devices and remove them from your Apple, Google and Microsoft accounts. If you suspect unauthorized access, change your password using a trusted device and revoke other sessions when the service allows it. Remember that removing a device from an account list does not always terminate an active login session. Your phone number is often connected to email, banking, payment and social media accounts. Criminals may try to convince a mobile carrier to transfer your number to a SIM card or eSIM they control. If the transfer succeeds, they may receive calls and text messages intended for you, including certain account verification codes. A sudden loss of cellular service can be an early warning sign, especially when there is no known local outage. Other signs include an unexpected carrier notification about a device change or a password-reset message you did not request. How to protect yourself: Ask your carrier about an account security PIN, number transfer lock and port-out protection. These protections vary by carrier. For sensitive accounts, use a passkey, security key or authenticator app when available. Unlike text verification codes, authenticator app codes generally do not depend on your phone number. If text messages are your only available second authentication method, keep them enabled. They still provide more protection than relying on a password alone. ARE BANK TEXT CODES ENOUGH TO PROTECT YOU? Multifactor authentication, or MFA, adds another layer of protection to your accounts. However, criminals sometimes target the person receiving the security request. One tactic is MFA fatigue, also called push bombing. An attacker who can trigger authentication requests repeatedly sends approval notifications, hoping you eventually tap "Approve" to make them stop. Criminals may also impersonate technical support or a financial institution and ask you to read aloud a one-time security code. How to protect yourself: Never approve a login you did not initiate or share a verification code with someone who unexpectedly contacts you. If repeated prompts appear, deny them and check the account through its official website or app. Change your password if you suspect it has been compromised. When available, choose phishing-resistant authentication, such as a passkey or security key. App-based approvals that require number matching can also offer additional protection against accidental approvals. An infostealer is malicious software designed to collect information from a device. Depending on its capabilities, it may steal browser-stored passwords, session cookies, payment information or other sensitive data. These programs can arrive through fake software updates, pirated applications, suspicious email attachments, malicious advertisements or compromised browser extensions. Some malware operates quietly, which means you may not immediately notice anything unusual. How to protect yourself: Keep your operating system, browser and security software updated. Avoid downloading software from unfamiliar websites and review browser extensions regularly. If you suspect malware has compromised a device, use a separate, trusted device to secure important accounts. Run a security scan with strong antivirus software and remove suspicious software. For a serious infection, professional assistance or reinstalling the operating system may be necessary. Avoid signing back into sensitive accounts until you are confident the device is secure. Some criminals do not need to steal your password or infect your device. Instead, they may trick you into giving a connected application permission to access your information. For example, a fake productivity tool might ask to read your email, access your contacts or manage files in your cloud storage. You may encounter a legitimate-looking permission screen asking you to approve those requests. If you grant access to a malicious app, it may be able to retrieve information through the permissions you approved. In certain cases, that access can continue even after you change your account password. This technique is sometimes called OAuth consent phishing. In a September 2026 warning, the FBI explained that criminals can trick people into granting malicious applications access to their accounts. That access can remain active even after a password change unless the victim revokes the application's permissions. How to protect yourself: Review the third-party applications connected to your Google, Microsoft and other important accounts. Look closely at what each application can access. Remove permissions for apps you no longer use or do not recognize. Be especially careful with applications requesting access to email, contacts, cloud files or account management features. Passkeys can significantly reduce the risk of traditional password phishing. They use cryptographic credentials associated with your device, security key or password manager. Unlike a password that you type into a website, a properly implemented passkey is tied to the legitimate website or service. That makes it much harder for a fake login page to steal the credential. However, passkeys do not eliminate every security risk. Criminals may still target an already authenticated session, an infected device, a malicious connected application or an account recovery process. How to protect yourself: Use passkeys when your important accounts support them. Protect your devices with a strong screen lock and keep recovery information current. If a service offers backup recovery codes, store them securely so you can regain access if your primary device is lost or damaged. Changing a compromised password is important, but it may not automatically remove every form of unauthorized access. Some services revoke existing sessions after a password change, while others require you to sign out of devices separately. A criminal might also have established another route into your account, such as an app-specific password, an unauthorized connected application or a new recovery method. Your email deserves particular attention. Someone with access to your inbox could create forwarding rules that quietly send copies of your messages elsewhere. Review security settings for unfamiliar recovery addresses, connected devices, forwarding rules and app permissions. Remove anything you did not authorize. Also, check whether your password was reused elsewhere. If it was, replace those passwords with unique credentials. A password manager can make this easier without requiring you to memorize every login. If you suspect an account takeover, act quickly. Start with the account that controls access to your other accounts, usually your primary email. Here's where to focus: A credit freeze is free and can help prevent criminals from opening new credit accounts in your name. You must contact all three major credit bureaus, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, to freeze your reports at each bureau. If you believe someone has stolen your identity, visit IdentityTheft.gov for a personalized recovery plan from the Federal Trade Commission. Strong account security is essential, but identity misuse can happen outside the original account. A criminal might use exposed personal information to apply for credit, take over a mobile account or attempt financial fraud without triggering a traditional password alert. That's where an identity theft protection service can provide another layer of monitoring. These services can monitor certain financial accounts, credit activity and exposed personal information for signs of suspicious activity. Some also provide identity restoration specialists who can help you navigate the recovery process if your identity is stolen. Features vary by provider and plan, and no service can prevent every form of identity theft. For additional peace of mind, consider a service that offers monitoring, timely alerts and recovery assistance. See my picks for the best identity theft protection services at Cyberguy.com to compare your options and find the right coverage for your needs. Once a month, review active sessions for your main email and financial accounts. Remove devices you no longer use and check whether your recovery information or connected app permissions have changed. Pay attention to unexpected login alerts, changes to your mobile account and new financial activity. A short monthly security check can help you spot suspicious changes before they become a larger problem. FAKE CHROME UPDATE SCAM COULD INFECT YOUR COMPUTER For years, I've told people to use strong passwords and turn on two-factor authentication. I still stand by that advice. But what concerns me now is how criminals can get into accounts without ever knowing the password. Think about someone quietly reading your email through a connected app you forgot about or using a stolen login session to access information you've worked hard to protect. You might change your password and assume everything is fine, while that access remains open. That's why I recommend checking which devices and apps have access to your most important accounts. Start with email and your mobile carrier, because losing control of either can create problems with your financial accounts. And while identity theft monitoring services can help alert you to certain suspicious activity, they work best alongside strong account security. A few minutes reviewing your settings today could save you a great deal of trouble later. Have you ever received a login approval or password-reset request you didn't initiate, and did you take action or ignore it? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6097c272c212045af3c05 Jets superstar Garrett Wilson off trade market despite interest from other teams: report te 2026-10-31T15:30:04.251Z Jets superstar Garrett Wilson off trade market despite interest from other teams: report This New York Jets star will reportedly not be taking off anytime soon. The 2-5 Jets have gotten off to a slow start, prompting trade interest in wide receiver Garrett Wilson. However, there is "no way" the Jets will part with Wilson, according to ESPN. Last year, the Jets rocked the trade deadline when they traded away star cornerback Sauce Gardner and stud defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, netting a haul of picks that included three first-rounders. In theory, if they were to trade Wilson, they could get a similar haul, but at some point, the Jets simply need to keep building blocks on the team instead of trading them for future assets if they hope to contend again. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Jets ownership also loves the 26-year-old receiver and would not want to trade him, according to the report. Wilson himself said he does not want to be traded out of New York. "I want to be here, man," Wilson told reporters Wednesday. "I want to win games, and that's the one thing we've been missing on here. I love it here. Do I love it more than I love winning? Nah, to be completely honest, but I'm hopeful. SHAQUILLE O'NEAL AND THE MAFIA?! WILLIAM DEMEO REVEALS ALL | CRAIG CARTON - DOWNLOAD NOW "I've never been the best optimistic guy, but I've found a way and dug deep, and I've been optimistic for three, four, five years now. And that's why these (losses) each weekend hurt a little more." Further dampening the possibility of a potential trade, the Jets paid Wilson handsomely just 15 months ago. He signed a four-year, $130 million extension that runs through 2030. Despite subpar quarterback play in his five seasons with the Jets since being selected with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Wilson has been productive. In seven games this season, Wilson has 37 catches for 444 yards and three touchdowns. He will look to build on those totals — while remaining with the Jets — through the rest of the season and beyond. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae604cf272c212045af3b00 How Obama appointee and Trump nemesis Boasberg ended up overseeing Ilhan Omar warrant, other key cases te 2026-10-31T15:10:07.644Z How Obama appointee and Trump nemesis Boasberg ended up overseeing Ilhan Omar warrant, other key cases Federal Judge James Boasberg, dubbed a "Radical left lunatic" by President Donald Trump, is presiding over several high-profile cases challenging actions made by the Trump administration, raising questions about how judges are assigned to cases. The scrutiny comes as Boasberg, an Obama-appointed chief judge of the Washington, D.C. district court, oversees a challenge brought by several media outlets seeking to force the Justice Department to unseal the search warrant on the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., stemming from two federal investigations. "Judge James Boasberg is now involved with the Ilhan Omar case," Steve Ferguson, a self-described business owner with more than 250,000 followers on X, wrote in a social media post. "Is everything rigged?" In the federal court of the District of Columbia, cases are assigned to judges randomly by an electronic system managed by the clerk's office operating under the direction of the Calendar and Case Management Committee, according to the rules of the court. The committee consists of three to five judges appointed by the chief justice. FEDERAL AGENTS RAID ILHAN OMAR’S DC HOME AMID IMMIGRATION FRAUD INVESTIGATION There are exceptions to the random-assignment process. For example, criminal grand jury matters are assigned to and overseen by the chief judge, currently Boasberg. This means Boasberg’s assignment to oversee the fight over unsealing the search warrant for Omar was "not a surprise" to Eric Wessan, Iowa’s solicitor general. "But there are a lot of cases that seem to be going to judges maybe based on those cases having similarities which is not what the local rules say," Wessan told Fox News Digital. When a case needs to be reassigned, the Calendar and Case Management Committee will determine how the reassignment is made. Wessan suggested that concerns over how case assignments are made is valid, considering some of the high-profile cases against the Trump administration which have appeared in Boasberg's docket. "If one is just following anecdotally, there does seem to be a lot of high-profile cases in front of judges that seem to be expressing unusual amounts of frustration or disagreement with the administration," Wessan said, urging greater transparency in how case assignments are made. TRUMP’S FIGHT OVER RARELY USED 18TH-CENTURY DEPORTATION LAW LIVES ON IN LATEST COURT CLASH The fight over unsealing the release of Omar's search warrant is just one of several cases involving the Trump administration and now on Boasberg's docket. Boasberg is also overseeing California’s lawsuit against the Trump administration over voter-roll disputes. On Friday, he ordered the administration to provide the state with the names and supporting information for roughly 20,000 people whom the DOJ claims are noncitizens on California’s voter rolls by the end of the day. Boasberg has issued several consequential rulings against the Trump administration, including a high-profile March 2025 order directing the administration to turn around deportation flights carrying alleged Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador. The Trump administration fought against the order, pointing to the Alien Enemies Act as legal justification for the deportations. The dispute over the administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act eventually reached the Supreme Court, which vacated Boasberg's temporary restraining order blocking deportation flights, ruling that the case was brought in the wrong jurisdiction. That same month, Boasberg was assigned a lawsuit seeking to preserve Signal messages after top Trump administration officials discussed plans for a Yemen strike in a group chat that accidentally included Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg. He later ordered the administration to preserve the messages. The string of cases prompted Reps. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, Darrell Issa, R-Calif., and Chip Roy, R-Texas, to send a letter in May 2025 to the court clerk asking for greater clarity on how judicial assignments are made. The lawmakers questioned whether assignments were truly random, as the court’s rules state. "The Committee cannot independently verify the randomness of case assignments because the composition of assignment decks is kept secrets," the lawmakers wrote. "We must understand the nature of the case assignment process in the District Court—which is considering a number of cases challenging the Trump Administration’s policy decisions—to consider and develop appropriate legislation," the lawmakers wrote. FEDERAL JUDGE KICKED OFF 'BOTCH JOB' ANTI-DEI CASE AFTER STUNNING APPEALS COURT REBUKE Meanwhile, Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., introduced legislation in July that would require federal district courts to assign cases randomly, without exceptions, naming it the Boasberg Act. The bill is currently stalled in committee. "Judge Boasberg is the poster child for a rogue judge and exposed serious loopholes in our judicial system. Randomly assigning cases among judges ensures the American people can have confidence in the impartiality of our courts," Schmitt said in a statement. Under the rules of D.C. Court, the chief justice does not have the power to reassign a case. The Calendar and Case Management Committee handles case reassignments. The court must notify the judges and attorneys involved, but it does not have to publicly explain why a case was reassigned. Wessan has called for greater transparency. "The rules shouldn’t say one thing if it’s not true. But if it is true, they could just say so. I think the issue is with the exceptions—what happens in those exceptional cases and how often do they occur?" Wessan said. "Given the frequency of the concerning episodes in the district court, erring on the side of transparency is probably prudent to the extent that there are exceptions to the normal random-assignment system," Wessan said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae604ce272c212045af3af7 Can a woman be friends with a hot guy without being romantic? Expert pinpoints warning signs te 2026-10-31T15:10:06.713Z Can a woman be friends with a hot guy without being romantic? Expert pinpoints warning signs The question of whether men and women can remain "just friends" drew fresh attention when Jenny McCarthy and her husband, Donnie Wahlberg, recently bantered on her podcast about whether having an attractive male friend crosses a line. Attraction alone doesn’t necessarily threaten a friendship, according to Susan Trombetti, relationship expert and CEO of Exclusive Matchmaking in Maryland. However, unspoken feelings and growing emotional intimacy can blur boundaries, she told Fox News Digital. 5 MARRIAGE MISTAKES COUPLES MAKE WITHOUT REALIZING IT — AND HOW TO AVOID THEM "I think we can be friends with hot people … but a lot of times, I believe that friendship started with a sexual interest or romantic interest, and the timing wasn't right or the other person wasn't interested in them." Some people may maintain friendships while leaving open the possibility of a future romantic relationship, Trombetti said. "I don't think women and men can ever truly be friends," she told Fox News Digital. "I think it was always a sexual undertone that sparked the friendship and a foot-in-the-door for something more, [even if] it's 20 years from now." YOUNGER MEN ARE ATTRACTED TO OLDER WOMEN FOR REASONS THAT HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH LOOKS Trombetti said recognizing that someone is handsome doesn’t necessarily lead to feeling chemistry with that person — and finding a friend attractive does not, on its own, constitute infidelity. The problem, she said, is when harmless awareness turns into an emotional affair. "The line between attraction with a friend and an emotional affair is a slippery slope, especially if you have a partner," the expert cautioned. The following red flags could signal that a friendship is crossing into an emotional affair, according to Trombetti. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Trombetti pointed back to the movie "When Harry Met Sally" to illustrate how emotional intimacy can sometimes be more important than instant physical chemistry. "Long before they sleep together, they definitely are having an emotional affair, even though they don't recognize it as such," she said. "They are sharing everything. Emotional intimacy turns into long-term relationships." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER For those determined to maintain a platonic relationship with an attractive counterpart, Trombetti recommended setting some guardrails: Refrain from flirtatious banter, avoid physical touch, refuse to stoke sexual chemistry, limit late-night texting and ensure full transparency with an existing romantic partner. If one person develops romantic feelings that the other doesn’t share, the friendship may continue if both are single and respect clear boundaries, Trombetti said. For people already in committed partnerships, unreciprocated feelings almost always require stepping away to protect the relationship. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ When an existing partner expresses jealousy, Trombetti advised examining the root cause before issuing blame. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "Are they jealous or are you making them jealous?" she asked, noting that erratic partner anxiety often stems from a lack of emotional reassurance and priority. However, if a friendship respects clear boundaries and a partner still responds with controlling behavior, that jealousy could signal a problem within the relationship, she cautioned. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae604cd272c212045af3aee Where to Bet on the Breeders’ Cup, Best Online Racebooks and Betting Apps te 2026-10-31T15:10:05.746Z Where to Bet on the Breeders’ Cup, Best Online Racebooks and Betting Apps The Breeders’ Cup runs Friday and Saturday at Keeneland, and Saturday’s $7 million Classic is the richest race on the American calendar. Horse racing isn’t offered on most sportsbook apps, so you’ll need a racebook to get in on the action. Here are the best options and where each one is available. Friday is built around the 2-year-old races, and Saturday stacks nine more Grade 1s on top of each other before the Classic closes the show. This is Keeneland’s fourth time hosting, after 2015, 2020 and 2022. Horse racing is pari-mutuel betting, which means you’re betting into a pool against other bettors instead of against the house. It’s regulated separately from sports betting, so racing usually lives in its own app. Each platform below is licensed for racing, but availability varies by state. FanDuel Racing is the most widely available of the big-name racing apps, live in more than 20 states. It offers full pari-mutuel wagering on the Breeders’ Cup card, plus live video and replays. The best part for existing FanDuel customers is the shared wallet. If you already have a FanDuel Sportsbook account, the same balance works on FanDuel Racing, so you don’t need to fund a separate account. BetMGM Racebook is a standalone app with the same look and feel as the BetMGM Sportsbook. It covers the full Breeders’ Cup card, but it’s only available in three states right now: Florida, Louisiana and Ohio. If you live in one of them, it’s an easy option for BetMGM customers. TwinSpires is owned by Churchill Downs and has been one of the biggest names in online horse racing for years. It’s available in more states than most racing apps and is built for serious horse players, with deep track coverage, handicapping tools and race replays. If FanDuel Racing and BetMGM Racebook aren’t available where you live, TwinSpires is the first place to check. The FanDuel and BetMGM sportsbook welcome offers can’t be used on horse racing, but there’s plenty else on the board. Canelo Alvarez challenges Christian Mbilli for the WBC super middleweight title Saturday, Florida and Georgia play in Atlanta, the NBA has a full Saturday night slate and the NFL takes over Sunday. Bet the Breeders’ Cup on FanDuel Racing, BetMGM Racebook or TwinSpires, then take the sportsbook offers to the rest of the weekend. New users can get up to $150 in bonus bets from FanDuel or cover their first bet up to $1,500 with BetMGM bonus code FOXNEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae604cc272c212045af3ae5 Former Miss USA contestant made a life-changing decision at 26 after cancer devastated family te 2026-10-31T15:10:04.846Z Former Miss USA contestant made a life-changing decision at 26 after cancer devastated family At age 26, Allyn Rose made a life-changing decision after cancer had devastated her family. The model, who competed in both the Miss America and Miss USA pageants, underwent a preventive double mastectomy, a decision she said even sparked "hate mail" from critics. Today, the mother of two is the founder of The Previvor, a nonprofit organization that educates women about breast cancer risk and prevention options. Oct. 31 marks the last day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. "I know a lot of people think that's a pretty radical choice for someone who hadn't been diagnosed with breast cancer yet," Rose, now 38, told Fox News Digital. "But I lost my mom when I was 16. And by the time I was 16, I had lost my grandmother, my great aunt, almost every woman in my family to this disease. And I said that legacy ends with me." KAI TRUMP REVEALS HOW FAMILY RALLIED AROUND MOM VANESSA AMID BREAST CANCER BATTLE: ‘IT’S A LONG JOURNEY’ "I don't want that to be my story," she said. "I don't want to have to tell my 16-year-old daughter someday that she's going to have to spend the rest of her life without her mom. This sad family legacy was not going to take my life if I had anything to do with it." Rose's mother, Judy Rose, was first diagnosed with breast cancer at 27 and had her right breast removed. The cancer later developed in her remaining breast, reaching stage 3, according to People magazine. Judy died at 51. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the U.S. after skin cancers, accounting for about 1 in 3 new cancer cases diagnosed in women each year, according to the American Cancer Society. About 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop breast cancer during their lives. WATCH: ALLYN ROSE CHOSE DOUBLE MASTECTOMY AT 26 SO CANCER LEGACY 'ENDS WITH ME' The organization estimates that 321,910 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among U.S. women in 2026 and that about 42,140 women will die from the disease. FOX NEWS MEDIA TEAMS UP WITH BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION Rose was considered at elevated risk of developing breast cancer because of her extensive family history. In 2012, she was crowned Miss District of Columbia, earning the opportunity to represent the district at the 2013 Miss America pageant. That same year, at 24, Rose announced her decision to undergo a preventive double mastectomy. She had the surgery two years later, at 26. For women with a strong family history of breast cancer, a bilateral risk-reducing mastectomy can lower the risk of developing the disease by up to 90%, according to the National Cancer Institute. The procedure does not eliminate the risk entirely because it is impossible to remove all breast tissue that could become cancerous. "So much of my life and my identity was wrapped up in the way that I looked and how I presented myself to the world," Rose said. "I paid my bills and my rent with the way that I looked. I didn't think [my looks] were 100% of my identity, but I would be lying if I didn't consider the repercussions of having a surgery like this. It would very likely end my modeling career, my career in pageantry, my career really in the entertainment industry. There were so few women talking about having a procedure like this and coming out on the other side." "I wasn't married," she said. "I didn't have any children. These were all conversations I was going to have with a future partner someday. And so, it was a really tough choice, and it's one that I'm glad that I made, but it's very difficult to make the decision to have a surgery to prevent a cancer that didn't exist yet." With her father's support, Rose underwent a preventive double mastectomy to reduce her risk of developing breast cancer. She ended up having three surgeries, including reconstruction, and went through what she described as "very graphic periods of looking completely different, having no breasts, wondering who is ever going to be happy looking at me like this." Then she remembered her mother, Judy. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "[Losing my mother] drastically impacted my life, not only because it was my mother, but because I didn't know how to be a woman yet," she said. "[When I lost her] I hadn't even gotten my driver's license. I hadn't graduated from high school. I hadn't sent myself off to college yet. I spent a lot of those real pinnacle years of my life without a mentor, without someone to guide me through that. It was a very challenging time really, having to be my own cheerleader, experience all those crowning achievements in my life by myself." "But I think I've come out stronger on the other side of it," Rose said. Rose said she received hate mail over her decision, while her father also faced criticism after people learned he had encouraged his daughter to undergo the double mastectomy. "To see a young person who walked on the Miss USA stage, who worked full-time as a model, who was really in this beauty industry — choosing to almost end my career to prolong my life seemed like a foreign concept," Rose said. "And there were a lot of radical responses to my decision. I got hate mail. My father received hate mail. People just couldn't fathom that I would take this preventative step. But I didn't want cancer to be part of my story. I wanted it to end with me." Rose made her decision before actress Angelina Jolie publicly revealed that she had undergone a preventive double mastectomy after genetic testing showed she carried a harmful BRCA1 gene variant. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS In a May 2013 New York Times op-ed, Jolie explained that her mother had battled cancer for nearly a decade before dying at 56. Jolie said her doctors estimated she had an 87% risk of developing breast cancer and a 50% risk of ovarian cancer. She chose to have both breasts removed, which she said reduced her estimated breast cancer risk to less than 5%. Jolie, who was 37 at the time, said she shared her experience so other women could better understand their own risks and options. Rose said she thought her modeling career was over. But in 2019, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit featured her, making her the first woman who had undergone a double mastectomy to appear in the publication. Today, Rose travels across the country to raise awareness about "the power in prevention." "The thing I wish someone had told me when I was first navigating this was that there is a light at the end of the tunnel," Rose said. "Everything was a question. It was this fear of the unknown. But I said to myself, 'I'm going to still chase all of those dreams. I'm going to go accomplish all the things that I wanted to.'" When she looks back on her journey, one person comes to mind: her mother, Judy. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "I do think about what my mom would think, and I know she would be incredibly proud of me," Rose said, fighting back tears. "One of the last things she said to me was, 'Don't let my life be in vain.' And I made a promise to her that I would make use of every day that she didn't have. And so, that has been my mission from the day that she passed to ensure that I could help as many women as possible not have to walk their lives without their mom. That's my goal." "I have two children," Rose said. "They don't have the same gene mutation that I have. They no longer have an increased risk of cancer. And that legacy ended with me, and I know my mom would be very proud that I did that." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae604cb272c212045af3adc Christian group touts 'ethical' tech features as concerns over out-of-control AI tools persist te 2026-10-31T15:10:03.857Z Christian group touts 'ethical' tech features as concerns over out-of-control AI tools persist The leader of a Christian ministry that built its own artificial intelligence application to guide users in their spiritual journey warns companies developing AI systems need to implement "ethical guidelines" to ensure their technology doesn't harm people. Ligonier Ministries president and CEO Chris Larson says that the true highest intelligence is God, and shared a new tool his group created to help answer questions people my have from a faith-based perspective. "It's interesting that [President Donald Trump] even referred to artificial intelligence now as 'superintelligence,'" Larson told Fox News Digital. "Of course, Christians — and, really, all of us — have access to the 'superintelligece,' the one who has created the universe." CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY AIMS TO PRODUCE 'IRREPLACEABLE' GRADUATES AS AI RESHAPES HIGHER EDUCATION The mission of the Florida-based organization, founded by the late Christian theologian R.C. Sproul, is to proclaim, teach and defend the holiness of God "in all its fullness to as many people as possible." Part of accomplishing that mission was building an app that the organization calls "Grow." "It's dedicated to helping Christians to better understand the Bible and theology and to go deeper in their faith, put down roots, if you will," Larson said of the new tool. "And so this app has 50 years of teaching in it from more than 800 different teachers, of course, grounded in Dr. R.C. Sproul's lifetime of teaching." The app draws from a library of tens of thousands of pieces of content help users in their faith journey looking to obtain answers to critical questions. Inside Grow is an "intelligent answer assistant" which can answer questions from users from a faith-based perspective. But building an Grow for Christian users required putting a great deal of thought into the ethics of the model, Larson explained. WILLIAM BENNETT, JON HAGE: AI CAN MIMIC A TEACHER, BUT IT CANNOT SHEPHERD A SOUL "Now, it's not trying to pretend it's a person or anything like that. It is just trained on our library, and then helping Christians to trust the answers, and [it] will only go so far," he said. "And again, I think that's an important guard as well. Because for us, making sure that we have trusted theological answers and that the intelligent answer assistant is acting with integrity and not going outside of that." When a user pushes the boundaries of the application, it directs them to real human support — a feature most large language model AI tools refuse to implement. "And so we've given it a sandbox to work within, and any time that somebody tries to push it beyond the borders, we're going to deflect or defer to a real human. Imagine that," Larson said. For example, if a user discusses suicidality in Grow, the intelligent answer assistant will direct them to the suicide hotline or other real-world resources. BISHOP ROBERT BARRON: POPE LEO SEES THE AI AGE CLEARLY — AND WARNS WE MUST SAVE OUR SOULS Over the past several years, there have been a flurry of suicide deaths that victims' family members say AI chatbots were at least partially responsible. In one case from last year, a teenager named Adam Raine took his own life after months of discussing his suicidal thoughts on ChatGPT. According to a lawsuit from his parents, the chatbot provided him information about methods of suicide, validated aspects of planning the suicide and offered to help him draft a suicide note. OpenAI, ChatGPT's parent company, disputes the characterization and says the chatbot directed him to crisis resources multiple times. "So, we understood that it's important to provide safety guardrails, but also we did not want this intelligent answer assistant to pretend that it was a person," said Larson. "We don't want it to take the place of a pastor or a local church elder or even a parent." WHO IS DARIO AMODEI, THE ANTHROPIC CEO PUSHING INDEPENDENT AI OVERSIGHT? Larson said companies developing AI need to consider guardrails for their technology. "Anybody developing AI tools today needs to think through ethical guidelines, and that's more of the self-regulation and guardrails that we've been talking about," he said. "I think there's a real concern today because you have great power that's been entrusted to these different companies and they're not really disclosing their worldview," he continued. "How do they know right from wrong?" For Ligonier, the absolute truth upon which its AI model is built is the Christian faith. "How are you determining what is right and wrong? As Christians, we believe we have a true answer — a source that we can turn to." If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae604ca272c212045af3ab3 One Dead in Halloween Store Shooting in California te 2026-10-31T15:10:02.697Z One Dead in Halloween Store Shooting in California The police are searching for a person who shot seven people at a costume shop on the eve of the holiday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae60272272c212045af3a56 Can You Bet on the Breeders’ Cup With FanDuel and BetMGM? te 2026-10-31T15:00:02.813Z Can You Bet on the Breeders’ Cup With FanDuel and BetMGM? The Breeders’ Cup is at Keeneland this weekend, with the $7 million Classic closing out Saturday’s card. If you’re trying to bet it with FanDuel or BetMGM, the short answer is yes, but not through the sportsbook apps. Both companies run separate racing platforms, and availability depends on where you live. Horse racing is pari-mutuel wagering, and it’s regulated separately from sports betting. That’s why you won’t find the Breeders’ Cup on the FanDuel Sportsbook or BetMGM Sportsbook board in most states. Instead, each company offers a dedicated racing app. FanDuel Racing is the bigger of the two and is available in more than 20 states. If you already have a FanDuel Sportsbook account, you can use the same shared wallet to bet on FanDuel Racing, so there’s no need to fund a second account. BetMGM Racebook is a standalone app that’s currently live in just three states: Florida, Louisiana and Ohio. This is the fourth time Keeneland has hosted the Breeders’ Cup, after 2015, 2020 and 2022. Friday’s card is built around the 2-year-olds, while Saturday features nine more races leading up to the Classic. The FanDuel and BetMGM sportsbook welcome offers can’t be used on horse racing, but there’s no shortage of places to use them this weekend. Canelo Alvarez fights Christian Mbilli for the WBC super middleweight title Saturday, Florida and Georgia meet in Atlanta, the NBA has a full Saturday night and the NFL is back Sunday. The Breeders’ Cup belongs to the racing apps, but the rest of the weekend is wide open. New users can get up to $150 in bonus bets from FanDuel starting with $5, or cover their first bet up to $1,500 with BetMGM bonus code FOXNEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6001b272c212045af39d0 FanDuel Promo Code: Bet $5, Get $150 on CFB, Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli and the NBA te 2026-10-31T14:50:03.369Z FanDuel Promo Code: Bet $5, Get $150 on CFB, Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli and the NBA Halloween Saturday is stacked. Canelo Alvarez fights for a world title in Riyadh, Florida and Georgia meet in Atlanta, and the NBA fills out the night. FanDuel is giving new users up to $150 in bonus bets starting with a $5 wager, with no promo code required. Canelo is the challenger this time. The four-division champion (63-3-2, 39 KOs) takes on undefeated WBC super middleweight champion Christian Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KOs) in his first fight since losing to Terence Crawford in September 2025. Both men have been out more than 13 months after the original Sept. 12 date was pushed back. Mbilli has the size edge, about an inch of height and nearly two inches of reach, and he’s fighting for his legacy against the biggest name in the sport. Canelo is 36 and needs a win to stay relevant at 168. The books are still riding with the Mexican star. Odds are subject to change The rivalry leaves Jacksonville for the first time in decades while EverBank Stadium is renovated. Georgia is 6-1 and coming off a bye after a home loss to Auburn, where Gunner Stockton threw two picks and lost a late fumble. Florida is 5-2 in Jon Sumrall’s first season with wins over Ole Miss and Texas, powered by one of the best rushing attacks in the SEC. Georgia has won five straight in the series, all by 14 or more. Florida’s offense is the best it’s brought into this game in years, but its defense has given up 34.2 points per game in SEC play. Odds are subject to change The NBA picks up where college football leaves off. Here’s Saturday’s schedule: A title fight, an SEC rivalry and a night of NBA basketball. Bet $5 on any of it with FanDuel and start collecting up to $150 in bonus bets. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae6001a272c212045af39c7 BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Cover Your First Bets up to $1500 on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli te 2026-10-31T14:50:02.361Z BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Cover Your First Bets up to $1500 on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli Canelo Alvarez fights for a world title Saturday in Riyadh, and this time he’s the one chasing the belt. BetMGM is offering new users bonus code FOXNEWS to cover their first bet up to $1,500. If it loses, BetMGM refunds your stake in bonus bets. Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KOs) walks in as the WBC super middleweight champion. Canelo (63-3-2, 39 KOs) walks in as the challenger for the first time since he moved up to fight Dmitry Bivol in 2022. The fight was originally set for Sept. 12 before a personal matter for Alvarez delayed it seven weeks, which means both fighters will have been out more than 13 months by the opening bell. The last time Canelo fought, Terence Crawford beat him by unanimous decision in Las Vegas. At 36, a second straight loss would raise real questions about how much he has left. He still brings 28 major title fights of experience into the ring, and his record in those fights is 25-3. Mbilli has never been on a stage close to this one. Mbilli is the bigger man, with about an inch of height and nearly two inches of reach on Canelo. He’s a pressure fighter with power, but his last outing was a split draw with Lester Martinez on the Canelo-Crawford undercard. Beating Canelo would turn a belt holder into the face of the division overnight. The moneyline isn’t the only way to play this fight. Method of victory and round props pay a lot more, and they’re harder to hit. That’s where a backstop on your first bet matters. Canelo by decision and by KO are priced the same, Mbilli by decision pays +450, and the total rounds line sits at 10.5. Take a bigger swing knowing BetMGM covers the loss up to $1,500. Odds are subject to change Total Rounds: 10.5 (Over -475, Under +300) A Mexican icon, an undefeated champion and a belt on the line. New users can cover their first bet up to $1,500 on Canelo vs. Mbilli with BetMGM bonus code FOXNEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fdcb272c212045af397d ‘It’s just another game’: Inside the mentality that fueled Phoenix Rising’s chaotic, playoff-bound season te 2026-10-31T14:40:11.987Z ‘It’s just another game’: Inside the mentality that fueled Phoenix Rising’s chaotic, playoff-bound season PHOENIX – An up-and-down regular season has come to a close for Phoenix Rising, but they managed to sneak into the USL Championship playoffs. It’s worth asking how a group that endured so much managed to make it here – a result that was still in doubt after their final regular season game.  When the last whistle blew at Phoenix Rising Stadium on Oct. 24, Rising had blown a two-goal lead against Lexington SC and settled for a 3-3 draw. A win would have clinched a spot in the USL Championship playoffs.  Ihsan Sacko, who won the 2026 USL Championship Golden Boot as the league’s leading scorer with 17 goals this season, could only think of how the team fumbled a chance to secure a postseason spot. “I was just sad at this moment because, to be honest with you, I thought we didn’t make it,” he said. It was only moments later when Sacko and the team learned that fate had fallen in their favor. Losses by the Oakland Roots and Orange County SC propelled them into the final spot in the Western Conference playoff picture.  Rising will head to Albuquerque to take on longtime rival New Mexico United on Sunday at 5 p.m. MST.  ”At the end, I was in the facility and they told me we were in and Sacramento scored,” Sacko said of Sacramento’s 3-2 comeback victory against the Roots. “I was happy after that.” As the weekend passed and the mentality shifted to their first-round matchup, thoughts turned to how coach Pa-Modou Kah and his group stayed afloat in what seemed to be a season of chaos. Rising suffered injuries at every point, including losing dynamic attackers Damian Rivera and Kelvin Arase and defenders Charlie Dennis and Daniel Flores for significant stretches, while Sacko also missed time with a groin injury.   They struggled to find consistency, following up unbeaten streaks with stretches of losing. They started the final six game stretch of the season on a three-game losing streak, bringing them to the brink of elimination. But then came a heroic comeback with a three-game unbeaten streak that included two crucial victories against playoff contenders Las Vegas Lights FC and Orange County. That was enough to lift Rising into the playoffs with 40 points and a 10-10-10 record. In that three-game unbeaten stretch, the team outscored its opponents 9-6, with Sacko scoring five of those goals. Kah credited the streak to the offense, which has been a talking point all season.  “You know it’s the hardest thing to do in football is actually scoring goals and we have two strikers that are in form and scoring goals so we must cherish that,” said Kah, noting Gunnar Studenhofft’s six goals. Sacko’s final stretch propelled him to the golden boot over strikers such as El Paso Locomotive’s Rubio Rubin (16), Oakland Roots’ Peter Wilson (15) and Colorado Springs Switchbacks’ Khori Bennett (15). He became the third Rising player to win the honor, joining Solomon Asante (2019) and Junior Flemmings (2020). “I’m happy for sure. I’m glad for that because I worked so hard and it’s an accomplishment for me personally,” Sacko said. “What’s crazy in the story is that months ago, I was injured. I didn’t know if (I was) going to finish the season so I’m so happy that I did it.  “It’s my record and I’m happy because I helped my teammates to be in the playoffs. That’s the most important thing for me.”  After 34 weeks of work in the 2026 season that have shaped this club and hardened its resolve for the challenges ahead, Kah captured the mentality that has kept the team afloat with one simple phrase.  “Well, it’s just another game,” he said of the upcoming playoff game against New Mexico. “We have to believe in who we are. We have belief in what we can do. And for me, that’s the most important thing because, like I said, it’s a new season and the new season starts.”  A No. 1 seed vs. a No. 8 seed matchup may seem like a major challenge, but Rising are ready to turn the page on a tumultuous regular season. “For us it’s (a) new game,” Kah said. “And yes, it’s a derby game. We don’t play the occasion, we play the game.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fdc4272c212045af3948 Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Florida vs Georgia, All Other CFB Action te 2026-10-31T14:40:04.914Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Florida vs Georgia, All Other CFB Action The Cocktail Party has a new address this year, but the stakes haven’t moved. Florida and Georgia meet Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, and Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users promo code FOXNEWS350 to bet $20 and get $350 in FanCash on this game or anything else on the college football slate. For the first time since the 1990s, this rivalry isn’t in Jacksonville. EverBank Stadium is under renovation, so the game moves to Atlanta this year and Tampa next year before heading back to Jacksonville in 2028. Florida is the designated road team, and with the game a short drive from Athens, it’s going to feel that way. You can bet the DAWGS will be out in full force Saturday afternoon.  Georgia is 6-1, and the one loss still stings. Auburn upset the Bulldogs in Athens two weeks ago, and Gunner Stockton had the worst game of his tenure as the starter: two interceptions for the first time and a late fumble that set up Auburn’s game-winning field goal. Kirby Smart’s teams don’t usually let that kind of performance sit, and Georgia had a full off week to stew on it. The Bulldogs’ offense has been better than the reputation suggests. Georgia dropped 41 on solid Oklahoma defense and 45 at Arkansas, and it’s gone over the total in six of seven games, the most in the SEC. The concern is the backfield. Nate Frazier and Chauncey Bowens have both missed multiple games, and Georgia’s run game hasn’t looked the same without Frazier’s physicality. Check his status before you bet, because that's a major factor on Saturday.  The Gators might be back. Jon Sumrall took over a 4-8 team and has the Gators at 5-2 and ranked in his first season. Florida has already beaten Ole Miss 52-28 and won at Texas, and the offense runs through the ground game with one of the best backs and best running back tandems in all of college football. Jadan Baugh ran for 142 yards and three touchdowns against Ole Miss, and Duke Clark gives Florida a second back who can carry the load. Florida has run the ball 286 times to 214 passes this year. Gator quarterback Aaron Philo has been efficient when asked to throw, and helps open things up for the vaunted run game.  The problem is the other side of the ball. Florida is allowing 34.2 points per game in SEC play and has given up 38 or more in two of its last three games. By the advanced numbers, the Gators rank 118th in EPA per play and 110th against the pass. That’s a bad matchup against a quarterback looking to clean up a bad game, especially when that game is taking place in Atlanta.  Georgia has won five straight in this series, every one by at least 14 points. Smart has lost to Florida just twice since taking over in 2016. Florida hasn’t been a top-25 team with this kind of offense in most of those years, though, and that’s the question bettors have to answer. Odds are subject to change Florida’s offense against Georgia’s history in this rivalry. Bet the side, the total or anything else on Saturday’s slate. New users can bet $20 and get $350 in FanCash with Fanatics Sportsbook promo code FOXNEWS350. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fdc4272c212045af393f France deploys 70,000 police officers to prepare for new wave of protests on Halloween te 2026-10-31T14:40:04.090Z France deploys 70,000 police officers to prepare for new wave of protests on Halloween The French government is deploying 70,000 police officers to cities across the country as authorities expect a third week of intense anti-government protests to resume Saturday. Demonstrators objecting to rising costs and President Emmanuel Macron's government have engaged in looting and damaging property, prompting the law enforcement surge, according to officials. "Everyone is on deck to ensure an extremely firm response to any trouble," Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said at a news conference early in the week. FRANCE ON EDGE WITH 70,000 POLICE DEPLOYED FOR UNREST AS AUTHORITIES PROBE SUSPECTED TERROR ATTACK NEAR PARIS The expected protests, coinciding with Halloween, introduce an additional element to authorities' response, as some protesters are expected to don Halloween masks to hide their identities. At least 150 planned gatherings across the country have been tracked and acknowledged by the Interior Ministry. FRANCE'S MACRON BLAMES PROTESTS ON 'ULTRA-LEFT GROUPS WHOSE AIM IS TO BRING DOWN THE REPUBLIC' One of the events, a planned march between the iconic Parisian squares of Republique and Bastille, has been banned by France's top administrative court. The demonstration was instead rerouted to boulevards on the eastern fringe of the city, far from the main shopping centers. France's Chamber of Commerce has estimated retail losses from looting and property damage at over $1 billion, while other estimates that include lost revenue calculate losses could be double that. PHOTOS SHOW AFTERMATH OF RIOTS AS MASKED GROUPS CLASH WITH POLICE ACROSS FRANCE Some of Paris' iconic luxury shops, like Hermes and Louis Vuitton, have been targeted by rioters as France's marquee shopping avenues now show scores of buildings with protective wooden boards. In response to the unrest, France's government is crafting a law that would punish rioters who caused property damage and make them liable to pay up to €10,000, or $11,000. VIOLENCE ERUPTS AT FRANCE PROTESTS AS MACRON WARNS UNREST IS BEING EXPLOITED Demonstrations originated with the country's young people protesting schooling conditions and pushing for educational reform and quickly ballooned to include other social groups and issues, including economic anxieties, rising costs in fuel and borrowing. Though the French government has vowed to reform education and reduce fuel costs, the promises have not satisfied the protesters. "When I was little, I was told young people were the future," 15-year-old high school student Aaron Berthier de Grandry, who plans on protesting over the weekend, told Reuters. "Well, if we, as the future of France, lack resources, that means France will end up collapsing," de Grandry added. The U.S. Embassy in France has advised travelers to avoid areas where large gatherings are taking place. Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fdc3272c212045af3936 How to Bet on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli With Fanatics, BetMGM, FanDuel and More te 2026-10-31T14:40:03.274Z How to Bet on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli With Fanatics, BetMGM, FanDuel and More Canelo Alvarez is back on Saturday, and for the first time in years he’s walking to the ring as the challenger. He takes on undefeated WBC super middleweight champion Christian Mbilli at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, live on DAZN pay-per-view.  We’ve rounded up the best sportsbook promos for new users this weekend, along with a bet to place at each book. This fight was supposed to happen Sept. 12 before a personal matter for Alvarez pushed it back seven weeks. Both fighters will be coming off a layoff of more than 13 months. Canelo (63-3-2, 39 KOs) hasn’t fought since losing a unanimous decision to Terence Crawford in September 2025, the first defeat of his career since 2022. Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KOs) fought to a split draw with Lester Martinez on that same card. Canelo is 36 and has been in 28 major title fights. Mbilli is the bigger man on paper, with an inch of height and nearly two inches of reach, and he’s never been in a fight close to this size. The books still believe in the name. Canelo opened as a solid favorite and has stayed there all week. Odds are subject to change Total Rounds: 10.5 (Over -475, Under +300) BetMGM is offering new users bonus code FOXNEWS, which covers your first bet up to $1,500. If it loses, BetMGM refunds your stake in bonus bets. That makes it the right book to take a swing on the underdog. Mbilli is undefeated, he holds the belt, he has the size advantage, and he’s 36-year-old Canelo’s first opponent since the Crawford loss. Bet $100 on Mbilli at +250 and you collect $350 if he wins. If Canelo gets it done, you get a $100 bonus bet back. FanDuel is offering new users a chance to earn up to $250 in bonus bets from a $5 wager. Bet $5 today to earn a $50 bonus bet token, then repeat that for five days to collect five tokens worth $250 total. Canelo’s best version has always been the one that breaks opponents down over 12 rounds. Against a younger, undefeated champion with a reach edge, and coming off more than a year away, expect a patient Canelo who wins rounds rather than hunts the knockout. The decision and the knockout are priced the same, and the decision is the more likely path. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users promo code FOXNEWS350 to bet $20 and earn $350 in FanCash. The FanCash comes regardless of the result, so this is the spot to keep it simple. Canelo has been in more title fights than Mbilli has had pro fights, and the market has backed him all week. Bet $20 on Canelo to win and collect $350 in FanCash once the wager is graded. bet365 is offering new users $200 in bonus bets from a $10 wager, win or lose. The qualifying bet needs odds of -500 or longer, and the over on total rounds fits at -475. Both fighters have been out for more than a year, Canelo hasn’t stopped anyone in years, and Mbilli has never been knocked out. This one should go deep. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fdc2272c212045af390d Susan Collins Is Always Keeping Score te 2026-10-31T14:40:02.220Z Susan Collins Is Always Keeping Score The long-serving senator has delivered millions of dollars to every corner of her state. But in Maine, people say, it’s best to avoid getting on her bad side. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fb6b272c212045af38bb Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Unlock $200 in Bonuses and 4x Sweat-Free Bets for Canelo Alvarez-Christian Mbilli te 2026-10-31T14:30:03.014Z Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Unlock $200 in Bonuses and 4x Sweat-Free Bets for Canelo Alvarez-Christian Mbilli You might want to turn off the lights so no trick-or-treaters bother you during the Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli fight tonight. 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Odds are subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5fb6a272c212045af38b2 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS Unlocks Play $10, Get $50 Promo for Florida vs Georgia, Any Other CFB Game te 2026-10-31T14:30:02.134Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS Unlocks Play $10, Get $50 Promo for Florida vs Georgia, Any Other CFB Game College Football is back in action today with a fun slate of games, including Florida and Georgia taking each other on. Underdog is offering new users $50 in bonuses with the use of code FOXNEWS and a $10 wager. Another SEC battle headlines this week’s slate of college football. It is hard to believe, but we are closer to the finish line than we are to the start of the season, and virtually no one has established themselves as the clear best team in football. At one point in the season, both Florida and Georgia looked like the best team. Florida comes into the game with a 5-2 record for the season. They’ve had some impressive wins, but they’ve spoiled those a bit with some rather ugly losses. After beating Ole Miss by 24 points, they followed up the performance with back-to-back losses against Missouri and South Carolina. The Tigers are a good team, but losing to the Gamecocks at home isn’t something that should happen to a playoff team. Florida then might’ve ended Texas’ season with a win the last time they played.  Georgia has put together yet another strong campaign. They are one of the best programs in the country, so it shouldn’t be much of a surprise. The team suffered their first loss of the season last time they played. Perhaps it was a bit of an obvious letdown spot. They came off beating Alabama in Alabama and dropped a game to Auburn at home. Losing at home is always ugly, but losing to Auburn is a blemish they won’t soon forget.  The big question here is which version of Florida will show up. Can Georgia keep up their success, or will this be another bad performance? Bet on your choice at Underdog with promo code FOXNEWS to wager $10 and earn $50 in bonus bets.  Odds are subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f915272c212045af383d Ancient 'rusty treasure' emerges from river with enough iron to forge 500 swords te 2026-10-31T14:20:05.505Z Ancient 'rusty treasure' emerges from river with enough iron to forge 500 swords Archaeologists have identified Europe's largest known collection of Iron Age iron bars in Austria — raising the possibility that the valuable cargo was lost in a shipwreck on the Danube River more than 2,000 years ago. Workers recovered at least 500 bars, making the collection the largest known Iron Age find of its kind in Europe. The "rusty treasure," as researchers called it in a press release, would have been extremely valuable during the Iron Age, when iron production and trade were expanding across Europe. "Fortunately, the gravel workers [who found the iron bars] reported this find to the Monuments Authority and did not sell them to a scrap dealer," Peter Trebsche, a professor at the University of Innsbruck in Austria, told Fox News Digital.  2,000-YEAR-OLD TREASURE DISCOVERED BENEATH FORMER SPORTS FIELD, BREAKING REGIONAL RECORD The iron bars — which weigh more than a metric ton in total — could have been used to forge roughly 500 swords weighing between 3.3 and 4.4 pounds each, according to the researchers.  The research was published earlier this fall by archaeologist Trebsche as well as archaeologist Marion Berranger in the journal Antiquity. The iron bars were originally discovered in 2019 during gravel extraction work in Deinham, Austria. Researchers used radiocarbon dating to determine the age of the iron bars, which likely date to the third or second century B.C. MYSTERY DEEPENS AFTER 2,700-YEAR-OLD BRONZE SWORD EMERGES STANDING UPRIGHT While its intended destination remains unknown, researchers believe the iron may have been forged in Bavaria, Germany, before being transported along the Danube River.  The discovery sheds new light on the scale of ancient iron production, which has been difficult to measure because iron objects are often overlooked or difficult to date the researchers said.  "Therefore, the discovery of numerous double-pointed iron objects during gravel extraction along the River Danube provided a unique opportunity to investigate large-scale prehistoric iron production and trade," the press release said. In a statement, Trebsche called the discovery "nothing short of a minor miracle." DIVERS UNCOVER MYSTERIOUS SHIPWRECK LOADED WITH ANCIENT CARGO LOST FOR 2,400 YEARS He added, "I am sincerely grateful to the finders that [the workers] decided to donate this extraordinary trove to a state museum collection."  Trebsche told Fox News Digital the iron bars were found during gravel extraction work in an old, silt-filled channel of the Danube River. He said a shipwreck is the most plausible explanation for how the bars ended up in the river, although no remains of a vessel were found. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "No parts of the ship were recovered, because this section of the Danube poses some dangers to navigation like stone balls and sand banks," Trebsche noted. "In support of this interpretation is also the fact that none of the finds shows signs of intentional destruction, which would be indicative of a ritual offering during the Late Iron Age." He also said the 500-sword figure is only an estimate, as the iron could have been used to make tools or jewelry instead of weapons. "The amount of iron from Deinham is about ten times larger than the largest iron hoard finds of that period," he said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Trebsche said the most surprising aspect of the discovery was the sheer quantity of iron being transported at once — and the fact that so much was available for a single trade transaction during the Late Iron Age. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "This finding demonstrates the increased capacities of iron production that were reached in the 3rd/2nd century BC in the Danube region," he said. A number of other Iron Age discoveries have been announced across Europe over the past year. Earlier this year, archaeologists uncovered a 2,000-year-old temple in Denmark at a major Iron Age settlement that once served as a regional center of power and wealth. At around the same time, researchers announced the discovery of rare four-wheeled wagon remains among 950 Iron Age metal objects unearthed in northern England, marking the first potential evidence of such vehicles in Britain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f914272c212045af3834 Liam Neeson, 74, says he doesn't need a gym to stay ready for action scenes te 2026-10-31T14:20:04.600Z Liam Neeson, 74, says he doesn't need a gym to stay ready for action scenes Liam Neeson's action movie shape doesn't require time in the gym. During an interview with Fox News Digital, the actor, who stars in the newly released movie "The Mongoose," discussed how he stays in such good shape at 74. "No, I don't go to a gym at all, but it behooves me, any actor or actress playing a lead, it behooves you to have a level of fitness," Neeson said. "You don't have to spend two hours in the gym every day. I used to, many years ago, but I keep reasonably fit."  Neeson said that staying in shape year round allows him to jump back into action scenes for movies. MATT DAMON REFUSES TO PUT BODY IN 'DANGEROUS' SITUATIONS FOR HOLLYWOOD ROLES AFTER TURNING 50 "If I read a script, or Mark [Vanselow, director of ‘The Mongoose’]  sends me a script and there's physical action sequences, I like doing my own fights. I can still do them up to a point," he said. "If there's physical stuff like that then, I'll increase my physical workout activity a little bit." The biggest change Neeson has made to his fitness routine as he's gotten older has been incorporating daily walks. WATCH: Liam Neeson reveals how he stays in action-movie shape at 74 without a gym GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "I think, just generally the importance of it. Should it just be a walk every day — you know what I mean? And you know, I'm so lucky. I'm 74 years of age, and I'm so lucky to occasionally still get offered this type of role," Neeson said, referring to his latest movie, "The Mongoose." "The Mongoose" released in theaters on Oct. 30. "The Mongoose" director, Mark Vanselow, joined Neeson during the interview and praised him for his "willingness to do what it takes to get it done." WATCH: Liam Neeson, 74, reveals the fitness habit he prioritizes as he gets older LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "As far as the amount of training it requires and the time you put in," Vanselow added. "And then being willing to be flexible in that and try to create something new all the time, which is, you, I think what we're both trying to do with some of this action, but in movies in general." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE This is Vanselow and Neeson's 30th project together, the first with Vanselow leading the charge as the director.  Vanselow previously worked as Neeson's stunt double for almost 30 years. Vanselow told Fox News Digital that Neeson's outstanding acting capability is what draws audiences in every time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f913272c212045af382b Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli te 2026-10-31T14:20:03.713Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli Let’s get ready to rumble! Tonight we have a great battle between two boxers, Canelo Alvarez and Christian Mbilli. Fanatics wants you to get in on the action with promo code FOXNEWS350 so you can bet $20 and earn $350 in FanCash.  Tonight, the WBC World Super-Middleweight Championship is on the line. Alvarez hasn’t fought in 13 months and is coming off his unanimous loss to Terence Crawford. In his career, he has a 63-3-2 record with 39 KOs. At 36 years old, this could be one of the last fights of his entire career. On the other side is Christian Mbilli. He is 29-0-1 in his career with 24 KOs. Mbilli is the owner of the Super-Middleweight Championship belt, and this is his first defense of it. The undefeated 31-year-old captured the interim belt via a first-round knockout of Maciej Sulecki and fought to a split draw against Lester Martinez on the undercard of Canelo-Crawford. These two have fairly different fighting styles. Alvarez can certainly knock people out, but he tends to almost lull his opponent to sleep before striking. Mbilli has a high-pressure approach and works his opponent frequently.  Which fighter do you have for this bout? Alvarez and Mbilli both have legitimate shots to win, so make the call on Fanatics Sportsbook. New users should use promo code FOXNEWS350 to earn $350 in FanCash from a $20 wager.  Odds are subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f912272c212045af3822 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $10, Get $50 on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli te 2026-10-31T14:20:02.689Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $10, Get $50 on Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli If you’re looking for a bit of boxing action, look no further than tonight between Canelo Alvarez and Christian Mbilli. Underdog is giving you a chance to get in the ring with promo code FOXNEWS where new users can wager $10 on the bout and receive $50 in bonus bets. The two fighters are almost ready to take the ring. This should be one of the better fights of the year, and Alvarez is looking to win away the Super-Middleweight championship from Mbilli. Let’s take a look at the careers of both fighters before they put their dukes up.  Canelo Alvarez is one of the most dominant and decorated fighters of the past two years. He captured his first title when he was just 20 years old (the WBC light middleweight title). At 23, he fought Mayweather and lost via decision. It wasn’t just the light middleweight where he found success. Alvarez took the middleweight title and the light heavyweight title. He defeated three fighters en route to the super middleweight title, becoming the first undisputed champion in boxing history. His most recent fight came against Terence Crawford, and he lost his status and title.  Christian Mbilli is one of the most explosive, relentless pressure fighters in the super-middleweight division. He is a former Olympic boxer, reaching the quarterfinals before losing. Mbilli made his debut in 2017, winning with a knockout. In fact, just over 80% of his matches have been won via knockout. Over the past few years, he has battled some strong competition, but won each of the tests. With a TKO of Maciej Sulecki, he won the WBC interim super-middleweight title and then moved up to full status after beating Lester Martinez.  Two great battles with extensive histories exclusive of each other have each other tonight. Which will come out on top? Make the call with Underdog by wagering $10 and earning $50 in bonus bets using code FOXNEWS.  Odds are subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6d2272c212045af3463 Insane Illinois high school football game sees 172-point explosion before darkness forces venue change te 2026-10-31T14:10:26.560Z Insane Illinois high school football game sees 172-point explosion before darkness forces venue change Well, the high school football regular season — at least down here in Florida — has come to a close. That's right. Feels like we were just reigniting the stadium lights for the first time in August, and now we're off to the postseason. Time flies when you're having fun! For anyone paying attention, you know this has been my Saturday routine for two months now. FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAME ERUPTS INTO VIOLENT BRAWL INVOLVING PLAYERS, COACHES AFTER FINAL WHISTLE I've taken it upon myself here at OutKick to highlight at least one high school football play/ player/ story each and every weekend during the season. These guys are all about to be millionaires with the silly NIL rules, so we might as well get ahead of the curve and start identifying them early. So far this year, we've seen a wild Hail Mary in Florida, an entire California team get suspended because the mascot shot the bird to some fans, a giant running back in Kentucky smashing heads, and perhaps the best running back in the nation out of Tennessee. It's been quite a ride. I love Friday night lights — both the TV series and the actual game itself. Nothing beats high school football. In a world of NIL deals, it's the last pure form of amateur athletics left. MENACING HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING BACK EXECUTES ONE OF THE MOST PUNISHING KICKOFF BLOCKS YOU WILL EVER WITNESS Now, on the note, let's head out to Illinois, where two teams scored so many points in last night's playoff game, they had to move stadiums in the fourth quarter because of darkness. True story: Amazing. Goodness gracious, you're just not getting that sort of content at the college or pro level. Well, scratch that, we used to get it once a week back in the "Pac-12 After Dark" days, but the NCAA took that from us. Crooks! Anyway, back to this offensive explosion ... take a look at that box score! Take a look at these final stats, courtesy of Don O'Brien, who's head I imagine was SPINNING covering this game last night: Chicago Goode's Aedan Cleveland finished with 322 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Those are Derrick Henry numbers back when he broke hearts at Yulee High School down here in Florida. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Not to be outdone, Quincy signal-caller Bryson Little threw for 675 yards a state single-game record eight touchdown passes. He rushed for two more just for good measure. There were, unofficially (because most stats in high school football are) over 1,400 yards of total offense between these two teams, which were originally scheduled to play on Saturday. The game was moved to Friday, and kicked off at 3 p.m. at Goode's field, which doesn't have lights. Both defenses apparently didn't get the memo, and the lights became an issue late in the game. Refs decided to hit the pause button at 88-84 with just under four minutes left, and moved the game to a venue about five miles away. POWERHOUSE COLLEGE FOOTBALL TEAM THROTTLES FCS TEAM SO VIOLENTLY, BOTH COACHES AGREED TO SHORTEN THE GAME An hour later, play resumed. Shockingly, there wasn't another touchdown, and the game ended at a measly 172 total points. What a game. What a night. What a sport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6d1272c212045af345a CodePink leader adds muscle to well-funded fight to ban restaurant delicacy te 2026-10-31T14:10:25.885Z CodePink leader adds muscle to well-funded fight to ban restaurant delicacy WASHINGTON, D.C. — CodePink D.C. Coordinator Olivia DiNucci last month posted a TikTok video of herself in a home supporting an issue far afield from her usual battles supporting the Communist Party of Cuba and the Islamic Republic of Iran. This time, she was backing a local ballot measure, "Initiative 86," introduced in early February in the D.C. City Council to ban foie gras, a fine-dining delicacy made from duck liver, and other products made from birds. D.C. residents will vote on the measure on election day with early voting already started. The campaign presents itself as a grassroots effort to advance animal welfare, but public financial filings reveal a far more heavily funded operation. A national animal-rights network has supplied hundreds of thousands of dollars in financial support, underwriting paid petition circulators, political consultants, staff salaries and advertising in a campaign that could reshape Washington’s restaurant industry. Far from a shoestring local initiative, the effort has reported nearly half a million dollars in contributions and expenditures, much of it backed by an organization that openly describes local ballot measures as stepping stones toward a broader "pro-animal future." WHO’S FUNDING AMERICA’S PROTEST UNREST? FOX NATION'S NEW 'RIOT INC.' FOLLOWS THE MONEY TO FIND OUT A Fox News Digital investigation of campaign-finance records, nonprofit filings and the groups’ own organizing documents traces the people, money and long-term strategy behind Initiative 86 and raises questions about how a fight over one luxury menu item became part of a much larger political campaign over what Americans eat. Pro-Animal Future, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit based in Portland, Ore., launched the campaign, nicknamed I-86, in D.C. and says its local ballot efforts are part of a broader push to change public attitudes toward common animal agricultural practices. Its IRS filing also lists its name as Pro-Animal DC. In seven financial reports filed with the D.C. Office of Campaign Finance, Pro-Animal DC provides a window into a local political campaign’s operational, financial and logistical infrastructure. According to its latest filings, Pro-Animal DC collected a whopping $474,190.62 between Sept. 23, 2025, and Oct. 26, 2026, for the local campaign, with Pro-Animal Future as its major backer, providing it $386,435.77. Its largest expense is stipends totaling $126,780.36, or about one-quarter of the campaign’s expenses, to a paid professional protest organizer: Cady Witt, whose LinkedIn profile lists her as "community impact coordinator" at "DC Voters for Animals." Witt is also listed as the treasurer of Pro-Animal DC in its campaign reports. Pro-Animal DC reported another $89,224.00, or about 20% of its expenses, for 293 payments to 64 people described as "consultant - circulator" from September 2025 through October 26, 2026. They got an average payment of $1,394.13 per person. ‘TROJAN HORSES’ IN AMERICA: CONGRESS PROBES INFLUENCE NETWORKS TIED TO CHINA, IRAN AND CUBA Also a professional organizer, CodePink’s DiNucci is typically a fixture at anti-Israel demonstrations and foreign affairs hearings. CodePink co-founder Jodie Evans is married to an American-born, China-based tech tycoon, Neville Roy Singham, whose funding of activist groups has drawn scrutiny from congressional lawmakers and is the subject of a federal investigation. Pro Animal Future said CodePink doesn’t have a role in its campaign beyond DiNucci’s appearance in her TikTok video. Pro-Animal Future alleges that birds are "force fed" to gain the weight needed to produce foie gras, and it says its campaigns seek to end "force-feeding" birds and shift public views on animal agriculture. According to its latest available IRS 990 tax filing, Pax Fauna, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Denver, says it’s related to Pro-Animal Future, which it described as doing "lobbying" work. In 2024, Pax Fauna outlined a 10-year roadmap to build local ballot campaigns and eventually pursue statewide "factory-farming" bans and establish "animal freedom." The roadmap called such measures a way to "provoke a sort of identity crisis for the voting public" and "storm the nation". The group sought to launch as many as 10 local chapters during the 2025-2026 election cycle. An anonymous purchaser bought the web domain ProAnimalDC.org in April 2025, according to online records. Today, Pro-Animal Future lists its current campaigns as running in D.C. and Denver and says it worked with Portland’s City Council to ban foie gras sales this past June. Pax Fauna’s founders said they have spent years organizing with Direct Action Everywhere, an animal-rights 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Berkeley, Ca. Last year, according to its filings, Pro-Animal Future spent $7,703.70 for Airbnb accommodations. This year, on July 31, it spent $22,418.69 for Airbnb accommodations. Pro-Animal DC has stated that the lodging was for about 60 out-of-town "volunteers" who came to Washington, D.C., in July for a signature-gathering effort called "Goosapalooza." On its website, it promoted the "free housing." The measure’s language has raised questions about how far the ban could reach. Its definition of a "fattened bird liver product" covers food or byproducts made from birds’ livers when the birds were fattened "through any method or practice," and specifically lists pâtés, spreads and processed meat products as products to be banned. The initiative separately defines "force-feeding" as causing a bird to eat more than it would voluntarily consume. MAMDANI ACCUSED OF BETRAYING NYC WORKERS AS UNION BOSS BLASTS 'ANTI-LABOR' HORSE CARRIAGE BAN Former D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine told City Cast DC, a local media outlet, that the text "includes le poulet," which means chicken in French. Jon Mandel, an attorney and former D.C. Council legislative staffer, told the same outlet, that the sales provision could reach poultry-liver products made without force-feeding. Pro-Animal Future spokeswoman Natalie Fulton told City Cast DC the campaign isn’t trying to ban chicken and "is about foie gras." She added that the D.C. Council could clarify the language if voters approve the measure. However, restaurants in the district who serve the delicacy aren't buying what activists are selling. Bart Hutchins, chef and co-owner of Butterworth’s, a Capitol Hill restaurant popular with Trump administration members, raised a similar concern in an interview with Fox News Digital. "Realistically that could ban at least 20 products that I can think of right off the top of my head that aren’t foie gras," he said. Hutchins said his restaurant would consider legal challenges if the measure passes. Hutchins sees the initiative as part of a broader effort to restrict what Americans can eat. "If they ban foie gras here, they’ll eventually ban meat here, and they’ll bring that to the rest of the country," he said. Pro-Animal Future’s 10-year roadmap calls for statewide factory-farming bans but doesn’t define "factory farming." Hutchins said he worries the term could be interpreted broadly. This week, the dispute followed Hutchins to the 17th Street NW "High Heel Race," a Halloween drag event in the District. Witt, D.C. campaign director for Pro-Animal Future, appeared dressed as Hutchins, wearing a chef’s hat, glasses, a drawn-on mustache and a white corseted outfit. Nearby, a person in a duck costume crouched with a feeding tube in its mouth. Washingtonian food editor Jessica Sidman shared photos on X, describing Witt simply as "Pro-Animal campaign coordinator." By late Thursday, the photos had 42,200 views, amplifying the campaign even further. Hutchins didn't appear phased by the mimicking, he took to X and said, "Bart derangement syndrome enters the lexicon." The measure has also drawn opposition from celebrity chef José Andrés,  whose D.C. restaurant serves foie gras. He questioned the ban’s broader implications on X, asking, "If duck goes, all goes next?" The D.C. chief financial officer, Glen Lee, estimates implementing the measure would cost $314,000 from fiscal 2026 through 2029, including $274,000 for an additional inspector and $40,000 for public education. The fiscal impact statement says the District’s Department of Energy and Environment doesn’t inspect restaurant kitchens or other back-of-house operations and isn’t likely to do so. It says the inspector would investigate complaints, inspect establishments and coordinate with other agencies, but doesn’t detail how regulators would verify a product’s origin during routine inspections. Hutchins said he would continue serving foie gras until the city resolves how to enforce the measure. He disputes the animal-welfare case for a ban, saying he doesn’t believe the feeding process that farms use to create foie gras hurts ducks. Pro-Animal DC’s findings say the practice causes pain and illness. Hutchins also said losing D.C. as a major market could threaten the country’s two commercial foie gras producers, Hudson Valley Foie Gras and La Belle Farm in New York state’s Catskills region. The measure would regulate sales in D.C. The D.C. chief financial officer’s fiscal impact statement says, "The Office of Revenue Analysis is not aware of any bird farms or bird feeding operations in the District." The Catskill Foie Gras Collective, a producer group, says its member farms raise ducks cage-free and use small, flexible plastic tubes to deliver feed to a pouch in their throats. It argues the process causes no pain, citing ducks’ anatomy, and says feeding is skipped if a bird hasn't finished digesting its previous meal. The collective also says Catskills foie gras farms employ about 400 people. GET BREAKING NEWS ALERTS Fox News Digital reached out to Pro-Animal DC, which disputed critics’ claim that Initiative 86’s wording could extend to poultry-liver products beyond foie gras. The campaign said the measure is intended only to prohibit force-feeding and foie gras sales. It said "fattened" refers to the extreme enlargement of birds’ livers associated with foie gras production, not ordinary poultry farming. The campaign pointed to the measure’s findings, which describe covered products as luxury foods made from diseased, enlarged livers, and said the broad definition of "bird" is meant to prevent producers from switching species. SEND US A TIP Pro-Animal DC said D.C. agencies and courts look to a law’s stated purpose when its wording allows more than one interpretation, and said it would welcome Council clarification if voters approve the measure. Asked what language could clarify the measure, spokeswoman Natalie Fulton didn’t elaborate. The dispute leaves D.C. voters weighing a ballot measure presented as a foie gras ban while others raise broader questions about its wording, enforcement and the campaign’s long-term goals. For Hutchins, the stakes extend beyond one item on a restaurant menu; for Pro-Animal Future, Initiative 86 is one step in a larger effort to change farming practices at a national scale. Fox News Digital's Asra Nomani and Ava Palschakov contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6d0272c212045af3430 Mom Thought Toddler’s Dinosaur Obsession Was Sweet—Then the Incidents Began te 2026-10-31T14:10:24.953Z Mom Thought Toddler’s Dinosaur Obsession Was Sweet—Then the Incidents Began Eliza Karazah can still remember the moment her son’s dinosaur obsession went too far and someone got badly hurt. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6d0272c212045af3427 California Halloween Store Mass Shooting Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured te 2026-10-31T14:10:24.138Z California Halloween Store Mass Shooting Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured The shooting occurred in a Spirit Halloween store at the Solano Town Center mall in Fairfield on Friday evening. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6cf272c212045af341e My Wedding Day Was Meant To Be the Happiest of My Life, Then I Nearly Died te 2026-10-31T14:10:23.243Z My Wedding Day Was Meant To Be the Happiest of My Life, Then I Nearly Died After two years of planning, nothing could have prepared me for what our wedding day would actually look like. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6ce272c212045af3415 Homicides Are Down. Who Deserves Credit Is the Wrong Question | Opinion te 2026-10-31T14:10:22.460Z Homicides Are Down. Who Deserves Credit Is the Wrong Question | Opinion "The results are...a rebuke to the habit of forcing explanations for difficult national problems through an ideological filter." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6cd272c212045af340c The Spice Girls Were Everything That Women Are No Longer Allowed To Be te 2026-10-31T14:10:21.626Z The Spice Girls Were Everything That Women Are No Longer Allowed To Be The Spice Girls made stereotypes feel liberating and feminism fun. Today's identity wars would put them on trial for both. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6cc272c212045af3403 Americans Sour on Socialism Before Midterms te 2026-10-31T14:10:20.741Z Americans Sour on Socialism Before Midterms A poll found a majority of voters view socialism unfavorably, as a number of democratic socialists seek seats in Congress. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6cb272c212045af33fa Who Will Win the Midterms? What Polls Show 3 Days Out te 2026-10-31T14:10:19.837Z Who Will Win the Midterms? 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6c1272c212045af3397 Democrats Leading in Ballots As Early Voting Surges To Midterms Record te 2026-10-31T14:10:09.898Z Democrats Leading in Ballots As Early Voting Surges To Midterms Record Nearly 50 million votes have already been cast ahead of Election Day on November 3, according to the University of Florida. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5f6c0272c212045af338e I Understood I Looked Different—One Restaurant Encounter Changed Everything te 2026-10-31T14:10:08.926Z I Understood I Looked Different—One Restaurant Encounter Changed Everything Oliver Bromley has a condition that means tumors grow all over his body. It wasn't something he spoke about until one encounter. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5efb2272c212045af3234 Bill Belichick is a free agent after breakup with 25-year-old girlfriend, Halloween costumes & groceries te 2026-10-31T13:40:02.431Z Bill Belichick is a free agent after breakup with 25-year-old girlfriend, Halloween costumes & groceries Welcome to Screencaps, "America's Best Daily Column," as named by the readers. Screencaps, which publishes seven-days-a-week, is a mix of sports, pop culture, and emails from sane readers from around the world. This column isn't for the coastal elites. Give us a week to steal your heart. Our track record is pretty good. Let's have some fun. Talk about a Friday night news dump. While you were at dinner/Halloween parties, TMZ reported last night that Bill Belichick and his 25-year-old girlfriend JorDON Hudson called it quits in late 2025 & JorDON has already moved on to another man, according to "sources close to JorDON." I smell an upcoming media blitz from JorDON. Maybe a book. Definitely a podcast series for her own future media company. BILL BELICHICK WOULD LIKE YOU TO KNOW THAT HIS 25-YEAR-OLD GIRLFRIEND ISN'T RUNNING THINGS AT UNC Despite the breakup, Hudson is still seen at North Carolina football games. Why? TMZ says its source contends that the couple remains "committed to their business partnerships and remain close friends." For those keeping track at home, Bill's record with JorDON at UNC was 4-8 (.333%). His record this year without JorDON through seven games is 4-3 (.571%) with a massive home game today against the Miami Hurricanes. Never forget the happier times for these two like back in the summer of 2025 when JorDON posted this. What a run. We'll never forget the love they shared with one another. 📩 Email: joe.kinsey@outkick.com Send photos, stories, tips, rants—whatever you've got. 📰 Screencaps Page: 👉 Read the latest Screencaps Here are my notes from Screencaps the III's final school Halloween parade: • Greg in Nebraska writes: My wife thought this was amazing. I thought you and the Screencap crew might enjoy it.  • CF in Kansas says: Thank you Cheerios!  It's about time.  When I shared the news with my son-in-law his response was: "My cereal bag origami skills are no longer needed???" 🤣 As for what to do with the ziploc bags after the cereal is gone, I'm going to rinse out the baggies and reuse them. My mom did the same thing and I remember her telling me "I was a child of the Depression; throwing them away after one use is wasteful." This topic is just going to keep getting hotter. This week, I wrote about how 15% of Americans are now not stepping foot, regularly, into grocery stores. Instead, they're shopping on their phones and picking up like back in the COVID days, but the practice has exploded. • Galen D. checks in: Thanks for continually having your thumb on the pulse of topics that drive mainstream America! On the subject of Delivery or No, I have a new perspective. As I moved from Johnson City, TN to Sunset Beach, NC things have drastically changed in the last few months. We have gone from a "food desert" to a new Publix and a SuperWalmart opening within a month of each other this week and only 2 miles away. I am well versed in Publix (Pub Sub, BOGOs, etc), but is Walmart delivery worth it? Of course, I will do my own veggie, fresh fruit, etc, but what are the experiences with just a regular delivery? Is it worth the monthly charge? Thanks ScreenCaps Nation for any input! • Jim T. in San Diego wants all of us to remember: Oh my goodness, the idea of getting your groceries delivered surely has a bunch of panties getting bunched up in SC Nation. Which cracks me up because home delivery pre-dates the modern supermarket! My grandmother used to get her meat from a butcher shop - yes, an entire store that only sold meat! - over off Shiloh Springs Road. And she want to Mumma's for her produce. And guess what? She could phone in her order, and they'd both deliver at no extra charge. So did the bakery. And when "supermarkets" showed up, she'd call the IGA and they'd deliver at no cost. The whole time I was growing up in Kettering, we had our milk and other dairy delivered to our house 3x a week. We even had an insulated milk box on our front porch for the deliveries. So none of this is new. And for those grousing that you need to man up and go forage at the local Kroger's like our ancestors did, guess what? Your time has value. We use home delivery probably once a week. My wife enjoys shopping as she works from home, and shopping gets her out of the house and away from us for a bit. As for Bob in Cincy - Dorothy Lane Market is the bomb, at least the one on State Route 48 between Kettering and Centerville. Was in there a couple years ago while back home visiting, and laying in supplies for a cookout, and was blown away by DLM's beer and wine selection, that fact that the snack aisle only had a couple Lays products - everything else being regional chips, pretzels, etc. And the meat counter was insane! • Geoff in SD wants in: As the main driver of all things food in our house, I'm 100% on board with letting the store employees pick out anything that is pre-packaged. I'll take the time to go shopping for fruits, veggies, and meat with my wife, but with 5 kids in the house with no drivers yet, and none of them driving, I think we're at least at the relative peak of busy-ness, and might be at the absolute peak, so I'll take any assistance that I can get. I'm even pushing for home delivery of groceries, so that I can schedule the delivery for right after school, and my middle schoolers can put them away!  • Brad S. is impressed: I loved the way you started 'Caps today: It's like shooting fish in a barrel right now for this column. Sadly, I'll bet some PETA idiots will complain! • Mark in NorCal stops by: Went to Chili's for the first time in forever last night. Place was packed!! We have been told that nobody is spending $. Not last night! Chili's might be getting it right as a burger and fries were around $15 and really good. Unlimited refills on sodas and the bottomless chips were a hit before the meal came out. Was surprised by the experience. Then this morning I came across a report that Private Equity is swimming around Wendy's which would be the final nail in their coffin. • Duncan is ready for fall/winter: It's my son's last weekend of travel ball for the fall. Check out this schedule: Friday - 8:20 pm game, 1 hour drive CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Saturday - 12:00 game, 1 hour drive Sunday - either 2:00 or 4:00 depending on seeding. If they win, play at 6:00. And another 1 hour drive. And I have to pay $14 to get into each game. At least we get the extra hour of sleep on Saturday night! THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! • Deb from Marco Island says: Not only will you not need to set the alarm on Sunday morning, you'll get an extra hour to sleep (or stay up the night before). Daylight Savings ends. Kinsey: I can't wait, Deb. You won't hear me complaining even if I wake up at 4:45 due to my internal clock. As long as I don't hear that alarm tomorrow morning, all will be right in my world. ###################### SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER That's it this morning. Stay safe out there tonight. It's going to be amateur hour. I'm off to Screencaps the III's final soccer game. After that, it's time to start enjoying fall festivities and hang our new $22 fold-up skeleton that I bought from Aldi (helluva find!) from the basketball hoop. The boys were fired up after I suggested it. Now I just need to figure out a way to tie fishing line to the skeleton to make it look like 'Bones' is flying through the air. Let's go have some fun. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5ed5b272c212045af31d1 Longtime Southside homeowner faces devastating, unprecedented backyard flooding te 2026-10-31T13:30:03.923Z Longtime Southside homeowner faces devastating, unprecedented backyard flooding Hammerle purchased the property on South W.C. Wiles Drive in 2012. For years, rainwater collected in puddles around her home, but nothing compared to recent events. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5eb07272c212045af313b Tinder killer who believed he was a warlock said he 'picked the wrong person' after murdering woman te 2026-10-31T13:20:07.983Z Tinder killer who believed he was a warlock said he 'picked the wrong person' after murdering woman Sydney Loofe thought she was heading out for a second date with a woman she met on Tinder. Instead, the 24-year-old vanished — and the man convicted of her murder would later make a disturbing admission about why she proved to be the "wrong person" to kill. "I don't regret killing Sydney," Aubrey Trail said, according to filmmaker Christopher St. John. "I don't regret killing somebody, but I regret killing ... I picked the wrong person." Trail, then a 52-year-old con man, was convicted of strangling the Nebraska store clerk with an electrical cord in 2017, cutting her body into 14 pieces, placing the remains in garbage bags and dumping them in roadside ditches. At the trial, witnesses testified that Trail and his girlfriend, Bailey Boswell, then 25, had solicited them for group sex and talked about the occult and gaining "powers" through killing. ARIZONA MAN ACCUSED OF KILLING WOMAN AFTER SOCIAL MEDIA FIRST DATE ENDS IN DESERT GRAVE "One of the FBI agents said that the culprits were in a frenzy," St. John told Fox News Digital. "They were looking to do this, and Sydney was the available target. She was trusting and innocent and fit the profile. You then later hear Aubrey Trail, the murderer, says, 'I picked the wrong person.'" "I think that's incredibly chilling for me because he has no remorse, but he wishes that he hadn't chosen someone with such strong family and friends because it led to his capture." Loofe's murder at the hands of Trail, who described himself as a "powerful warlock" and the leader of a sex cult, is explored in the new Hulu true crime docuseries "Swipe Right on the Devil." The three-part series features interviews with Loofe's loved ones and investigators, as well as recordings of Trail from death row. Loofe, a cashier at Menards, a home improvement store, lived alone in an apartment with her cat, Mimsy. According to friends, she was yearning for a relationship. On Tinder, she came across a profile for a woman named Audrey, an alias used by Boswell. After matching and exchanging messages, the two women went on their first date. They planned a second date for the next day. Loofe was smitten. "Sydney was like any one of us," said St. John. "She was feeling lonely and searching for belonging. She had gone on a date with this woman, and she was so excited that she immediately wrote to her friends. They were like, 'Great, nothing to worry about.' And she was never heard from again. Something awful came out of the darkness." When Loofe didn't show up for her morning shift the following day, her family requested a welfare check. Police found her car in the driveway. Her work clothes and purse were laid out for work. Her cat hadn't been fed. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Loofe's friend, Brooklyn McCrystal, knew that she had been on a date the night before she disappeared. McCrystal created a Tinder profile to find Audrey in hopes of getting her contact information. When McCrystal matched with Audrey on the dating app, they exchanged phone numbers. McCrystal gave Boswell's information to police. Loofe's friends also showed investigators her final social media post, a selfie shared on Snapchat captioned "Ready for my date." "Brooklyn provided the first big break in the case," said St. John. "She catfished the bad guys. There's digital tracking. It's got all the hallmarks of an amazing investigation. But ultimately, what led to Aubrey and Bailey's capture was the people who were devoted to Sydney searching for answers." Boswell refused to cooperate with investigators. When police tracked her phone, they learned it was a burner phone registered under a fake name. They traced the phone to hotels in the area, where surveillance video and a state-issued ID presented at check-in helped investigators identify Boswell as "Audrey." The video also showed that she was traveling with an older man, Trail. The Lincoln Journal Star reported that Loofe's phone last pinged at Boswell and Trail's apartment that night. Investigators obtained a search warrant for the apartment, which smelled strongly of bleach. Boswell and Trail had paid their rent early and left. Police named Boswell and Trail as persons of interest. On Nov. 29, 2017, the couple released a video on social media denying any involvement in Loofe's disappearance. Boswell said she had gone on two dates with Loofe, but after their second date, she had dropped Loofe off at a friend’s house. Despite maintaining their innocence, they went on the run. Boswell and Trail were arrested on Nov. 30, 2017, near Branson, Missouri, on unrelated federal fraud charges. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Nearly three weeks after Loofe disappeared, investigators used cellphone data to trace Boswell and Trail's movements and identify rural areas where they appeared to have slowed down or stopped. On Dec. 4, 2017, investigators searched a roadside ditch near Edgar, Nebraska. They found car keys, a phone, a label with Loofe's name and her dismembered upper arm, which bore a tattoo that read "Everything will be wonderful someday." The Lincoln Journal Star reported that some garbage bags contained her clothing. According to court documents, Trail and Boswell were captured on surveillance video at a Home Depot in Lincoln on Nov. 15, 2017, buying tools investigators believed were used to dismember Loofe, hours before her death. Investigators believed Boswell and Trail had lured Loofe through Tinder before killing her and dismembering her body. "During the trial, the prosecutor said that Aubrey and Bailey had four arms, four legs and one mind," director Brian Biegel told Fox News Digital. "That speaks to how intertwined they were, how they fed off of each other's darkness and desire for evil." After his arrest, investigators questioned Trail about accounts that he portrayed himself as a powerful warlock and surrounded himself with women he called witches. Trail initially dismissed the occult talk as role-playing, but later told investigators, "Witches kill ... the more they kill, their power increases." "I spoke to Aubrey Trail for over two years on the telephone and on video conferences," said Biegel. "I do believe that he believes, based on his history growing up in rural Tennessee and the people that he was groomed by, which, according to him, were witches and they believe in dark magic." SIGN UP TO GET THE TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER "I believe, that he believes, that he has special powers and he can use them mostly to manipulate vulnerable people into bending to his will," Biegel continued. "And I think that's an important distinction because yes, in his words, he was trying to form a coven of witches and groom them to do awful, terrible things. It's his belief that if they had done that, they would have superpowers." St. John said the filmmakers were aware during production that Trail was "a liar and a serial one." GET REAL-TIME UPDATES DIRECTLY ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB "There's truth in and among the lies, so we were constantly trying to check ourselves and be like, 'Are we being manipulated by him just like he manipulated these young women?' And honestly, we didn't want to give him more of a platform for his, frankly, out-there views." The docuseries also examines how Boswell used multiple identities on Tinder to meet women, including Loofe. Ana Golyakova said Trail required her and Boswell to be intimate in front of him, while Ashley Hills said Trail beat her if she disobeyed his demands. Hills said Trail's rules included remaining naked, asking permission to do virtually anything — even to use the bathroom — and not speaking to other men. Several women described similar patterns of control. Hills also said Trail told her he practiced witchcraft and could control people's minds. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE The filmmakers said the women's accounts were crucial to understanding how Trail and Boswell operated — and how investigators ultimately brought them to justice. "At the heart of this story is Sydney Loofe and the women who were pulled into the orbit of Aubrey and Bailey," said St. John. "These were young women who, in a very universal way, were searching for belonging in a place that was hard for them to find that. It made them vulnerable and, as a result, they fell into this awful situation. But they were incredibly brave. Other than Sydney, who unfortunately was killed, these young women have told their story in court, and they're responsible for putting these people away." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Trail was convicted of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in 2019. He also pleaded no contest to improper disposal of human skeletal remains. He was sentenced to death in 2021. Boswell was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and improper disposal of human skeletal remains in 2020. She was sentenced to life in prison the following year. "There was a thirst for doing something really awful to someone that had built up in Bailey and Aubrey's orbit," said Biegel. "And so, Sydney was at the wrong place at the wrong time. She came into their world at a time when they were ready to perform some of their supposed beliefs in witchcraft and dark magic." SEND US A TIP "This is obviously a cautionary tale about not knowing who's on the other side of the screen," Biegel said. "But had it not been for the brilliant work of the Lincoln Police Department and the FBI, there would probably still be two killers on the streets. Who knows how many other people they would have killed?" LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Fox News Digital’s Michael Ruiz and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5eb07272c212045af312f Harry Houdini returns for one final stunt this Halloween in Fox Nation special marking 100th death anniversary te 2026-10-31T13:20:07.039Z Harry Houdini returns for one final stunt this Halloween in Fox Nation special marking 100th death anniversary Thanks to the latest technology, Harry Houdini is making his return from the grave — just in time for the 100th anniversary of his death. The new three-part Fox Nation series, "Houdini: Back from the Dead," uses artificial intelligence to revive the 20th-century entertainer and show audiences his life story and the death-defying stunts that defined a generation. "Ladies and gentlemen, one minute and 20 seconds, that's all they can find of my real voice," an AI-generated version of the acclaimed escape artist said in the show's introduction. "A scratchy recording, barely audible — but it is enough." OZZY OSBOURNE'S LATEST REINVENTION IS AN AI-POWERED INTERACTIVE HOLOGRAM EXPERIENCE The series conducted a mock interview with Houdini using advanced technology, asking him about his fears and the risk of accidents during his awe-inspiring tricks.  "Showmanship is the largest factor in any act," the AI conjuring of Houdini said. "But the truth is, I've faced death hundreds, even thousands of times. For example, take the upside down. I'll never be able to make anything as dangerous or difficult. For its debut performance, I had to burl in — the danger is very real. I'm loaded into stirrups by my ankles and lowered in. The cover is made to fit tightly onto the steel frame, and then padlocked." CNN, NBC, CBS INTERVIEWING VIRAL AI 'ACTRESS' TILLY NORWOOD RAISES EYEBROWS AMONG CRITICS The series brings not just the legendary illusionist back to life, but also those closest to him — including his wife, mother, brother and friends — allowing them to recount his career, personal relationships and most daring feats. Red Rock Films, the production company behind the series, made Fox Nation history at the show's release as "Houdini: Back from the Dead" became the platform's first full-length, multi-episode production that relied entirely on AI-generated imagery. NEW FOX NATION DOCUMENTARY CHRONICLES 20-YEAR JOURNEY BEHIND ‘REAGAN’ FILM To create historically accurate visuals, filmmakers drew on more than 400 historic photographs and archival footage. Actors provided the movements, mannerisms, and performances of the historical figures, while technology transformed their appearances. "Fox Nation is breaking new creative ground by using emerging technology to bring one of history's most fascinating figures to life for a modern audience," Lauren Petterson, president of the platform, said in a press release. Houdini died exactly 100 years ago on October 31, 1926. One century later, fans can now gain new access to the passionate performer's life and legacy by subscribing to Fox Nation. CLICK HERE TO JOIN FOX NATION Fox News' Taylor Penley contributed to this story. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5eb06272c212045af3126 Get $20K 'trophy arms' at home without spending a dime, says NYC fitness trainer te 2026-10-31T13:20:06.072Z Get $20K 'trophy arms' at home without spending a dime, says NYC fitness trainer As some women are reportedly spending up to $20,000 to achieve sculpted "trophy arms," a New York City fitness trainer says a targeted at-home routine and proper nutrition can offer a more affordable alternative. Marfred Suazo, better known as Fonz the Trainer, said he often has clients aiming to get what he calls the "holy grail" of arms. Building trophy arms doesn’t require daily workouts — but exercise selection, controlled movements and nutrition matter, according to Suazo, who runs a program called the Decade Strong Blueprint. BIGGEST WASTE OF MONEY IN YOUR HOME GYM MAY SURPRISE YOU, FITNESS EXPERT SAYS "A lot of people talk about tone and things like that, but I think the best thing — the epitome of an arm — is having it well-balanced and well-framed into the body, and having the right proportion from the shoulders to the triceps and biceps," he told Fox News Digital. The goal should be proper proportion to a person’s frame rather than size, Suazo emphasized. A structured approach can help people make the most of their workout time, according to the trainer. 10-MINUTE FITNESS HABIT CAN HELP ADULTS OVER 40 MAINTAIN MUSCLE AND STAY STRONG "Most of us don’t have so much available time to do it, so we want to do it as smartly and as effectively as possible," he said. "A more planned-out training protocol will get you to that point where you really start seeing the arms develop and change in shape." Suazo shared the following tips for building stronger, more defined arms. Suazo recommends combining exercises that work multiple muscle groups — such as pull-ups, rows and chest presses — with movements that target specific areas, including lateral raises and triceps extensions. "We’re building muscle with these bigger movements, these compound movements, and then just fine-detailing everything else with lateral raises, triceps extensions and overhead triceps extensions," he said. Suazo recommends training the arms twice a week, noting that chest and back workouts also work those muscles. "Two to three times a week, I think, is more than enough." JUST 10 MINUTES OF DAILY FLOOR EXERCISES MAY IMPROVE BALANCE AND AGILITY, STUDY FINDS Adults should do muscle-strengthening activities that work all major muscle groups at least two days a week, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Muscle-strengthening activities can include lifting weights, using resistance bands or performing body-weight exercises such as pushups. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES It’s also important to allow muscles time to recover. The National Institutes of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases advises against working the same muscles on consecutive days. Some common mistakes include rushing through exercises and failing to use a "full range of motion," Suazo said.  "Full range of motion" refers to a comfortable range performed with good technique, without forcing a painful movement. Suazo emphasized deliberate, controlled movements rather than simply rushing to reach a target number of repetitions. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER "Moving with intention is the biggest thing, where you’re really fatiguing the muscles and you’re getting growth and stimulus out of them," he advised. Lighter weights can also challenge the muscles when the exercises are sufficiently demanding, Suazo added. Nutrition also plays a role in getting the desired results, Suazo said. "You use the gym and all your training programs to really shape the arm as best as possible and build the areas that you want – to reveal these things, you can only do that with proper nutrition." Protein helps the body build, maintain and repair muscle, according to the National Institutes of Health’s Office of Dietary Supplements. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Suazo recommends three to four meals a day, with protein included throughout the day. "You want to have protein-conscious meals a few times per day," he said. "This will help reveal all the hard labor that you’re doing in the gym to develop a tremendous physique aesthetically." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5eb05272c212045af311d Marvel star Paul Bettany blew out 10 blood vessels in his eye during wild ‘VisionQuest’ scene te 2026-10-31T13:20:05.160Z Marvel star Paul Bettany blew out 10 blood vessels in his eye during wild ‘VisionQuest’ scene Paul Bettany's return to the Marvel universe came with an unexpected injury. An over-the-top performance on the set of Marvel's "VisionQuest" left him with a gruesome eye injury that lasted two weeks. "So, I was pretending to have a device on my head that is doing something to my brain, and I was just wildly overacting. And I blew out about 10 blood vessels in my eye," he explained during an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live." JAMES MCAVOY SAYS HE ‘NEARLY DIED’ AFTER HIS LUNGS COLLAPSED FOLLOWING BOTCHED BIOPSY "I mean, I was it was a lesson in less is more," Bettany added, before Kimmel showed a photo of his bloody injury to the audience. Bettany admitted he was stuck with his injured eye for two weeks, but said that the show must go on. "I think ... it must have cost production so much to take it out because we shot the whole [thing]." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE And despite playing a character known for his superhuman vision, Bettany admitted his own eyesight was far from perfect. "I mean the irony is the actor playing Vision is kind of myopic, you know. I can't see a thing when I take my glasses off, which is great depending on the actor," he joked. Bettany reprised his role as Vision for the Disney+ series – the final chapter of a television trilogy that began with "WandaVision" in 2021 and continued with "Agatha All Along" in 2024. In "VisionQuest," Bettany portrays a rebuilt version of Vision who is struggling to understand his identity and recover a sense of purpose. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "So when we find vision, he has had his memories restored, but he is unable or perhaps unwilling to attach any feelings to them," Bettany told Kimmel. "And he is living a very quiet life in a pub in Scotland where he works." "At night he goes and lives in the fridge freezer, and he goes inside his own head and in that head is a kind of what we call the mind space, and it's a mansion," he explained, comparing the concept to the movie "Inside Out." "In that head, in that mansion are a bunch of different AIs who have differing personalities that help him sort of sift through the data of the day and understand humanity," he added. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Bettany got his start in the Marvel universe as J.A.R.V.I.S, Tony Stark's artificial intelligence assistant. His new character, Vision, was created when the Avengers uploaded J.A.R.V.I.S.'s AI into a synthetic body originally designed by Ultron, using the Mind Stone to bring him to life. "Do AI companies try to get you to do J.A.R.V.I.S. for them?" Kimmel asked. "Gosh, I wish," he said. "I would be hanging up my acting." "Maybe that is a seed that has now been planted," Kimmel joked. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5eb04272c212045af3114 How to follow 2026 Election Day coverage on Fox News platforms te 2026-10-31T13:20:04.241Z How to follow 2026 Election Day coverage on Fox News platforms Fox News will deliver live results, race calls and around-the-clock coverage as voters decide control of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections. Here's how to watch the biggest House, Senate and governor's races unfold across Fox News Channel, Fox News Digital and streaming platforms. Election Day 2026 is just days away, and Fox News Media will deliver live, multiplatform coverage Tuesday, Nov. 3, as Americans head to the polls to decide control of Congress and key governor's offices across the country. CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW THE LATEST ELECTION NEWS From closely watched Senate showdowns to competitive House races that could determine the balance of power in Washington, Fox News Channel and Fox News Digital will provide live results, breaking developments and analysis throughout Election Night. Viewers can watch live coverage on Fox News Go with a participating television provider or stream Fox News Channel through FOX One. Fox News Channel's special "FOX News Democracy 26" coverage begins at 6 p.m. ET Tuesday, co-anchored by Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum. Dana Perino, Brit Hume, Harold Ford Jr., Bill Hemmer, Sandra Smith, Laura Ingraham, Jesse Watters, Sean Hannity and other Fox News personalities will contribute throughout the evening. The Fox News Decision Desk will provide race calls for House, Senate and gubernatorial contests, along with projections of which party will control each chamber of Congress. For this year’s election coverage, FNC will expand its use of augmented reality and data-driven graphics to provide viewers with a deeper understanding of election results as they unfold. Enhanced visualizations will illustrate county-level voting shifts compared to previous elections, track the balance of power in Congress and provide additional context around key races. SENATE CONTROL IS A COIN FLIP — AND DEMOCRATS’ PATH RUNS THROUGH TRUMP COUNTRY The network will also showcase versatile graphics packages, templates and automated production processes, allowing teams to respond quickly to breaking developments while building technology that can be used across future election cycles. FOX Business will simulcast Fox News Channel's Election Night coverage from 6 p.m. Tuesday until 6 a.m. Wednesday. Trace Gallagher will lead overnight coverage until a special early edition of "FOX & Friends First" begins at 4 a.m. On Fox News Digital, readers can follow a live Election Night blog featuring breaking developments, Fox News Power Rankings and Fox News Voter Analysis as polls close across the country. The Fox News Elections Center will provide a central destination for tracking key races, election results and the battle for control of Congress. Signed-in users can participate in "The Room," an interactive Election Night discussion experience featuring real-time commentary. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER For additional Election Night analysis, "Ruthless Live! Midterm Election Show" will stream from 8 to 11 p.m. ET on Fox News Digital and FOX Nation. Listeners can tune in to Fox News Radio or use the Fox News app's "Listen" feature beginning at 7 p.m. ET, when Jared Halpern and Jessica Rosenthal kick off live radio coverage. More than 20 Fox News Channel and FOX Business correspondents will report from battleground states nationwide, while chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram will provide updates from Capitol Hill. With control of the House and Senate on the line, make Fox News Channel and Fox News Digital your destination for Election Night 2026 results, live coverage and the latest developments from across the country. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5eb02272c212045af310b EXCLUSIVE: State Department accuses politicians of endangering Afrikaner lives after gruesome farm attacks te 2026-10-31T13:20:02.931Z EXCLUSIVE: State Department accuses politicians of endangering Afrikaner lives after gruesome farm attacks FIRST ON FOX: The State Department has hit out strongly against South Africa and some of its politicians, accusing them of putting their people’s lives at risk following two attacks on White farmers believed to be Afrikaners — people of European descent — near Johannesburg. A 50-year-old man was reportedly tortured, and a 55-year-old woman allegedly beaten to death. In exclusive comments to Fox News Digital, a State Department spokesperson said "the lives and property of Afrikaners have been endangered by politicians who incite race-based violence against them." BIDEN-ERA DIRECTIVE FOR DIPLOMATS TO PEDDLE DEI ON FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS SCRAPPED BY STATE DEPARTMENT This is the latest volley from the administration in an increasingly bitter row, which first burst out of the Oval Office last year in a heated exchange between President Donald Trump and South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa, on a range of the country’s policies and issues — including safety concerns for the Afrikaner community. "This month’s attacks were ‘appalling,’ said Ian Cameron, chair of South Africa’s Portfolio Committee on Police and a member of Parliament with the main opposition Democratic Alliance. He detailed the attacks, starting with one involving Donovan Marx, a 50-year-old who was on his farm about 80 miles from Johannesburg. Cameron told Fox News Digital there were reports Marx was shot, stabbed and had his ears cut off, describing the attack as "extraordinary cruelty." He added that in a separate attack in the same North West Province earlier this month, a female farmer, Hannetjie van Zyl, 55, was beaten to death while opening a gate. Eyewitness reports claim she was approached from behind and hit repeatedly over the head with an iron bar. In both attacks, the victims’ vehicles and belongings were reportedly stolen. But the alleged torture of Marx goes beyond straightforward crimes such as burglary, Corné Mulder, leader of the opposition party Freedom Front Plus, told Fox News Digital. "Safety and farm attacks in South Africa remains a huge problem," Mulder said. "Donovan Marx was attacked this week. He's fighting for his life in hospital at the moment. The perpetrators not only attacked him, they tried to castrate him." While both victims were White, there have been no accusations from public figures that the attacks were racially motivated. Cameron claimed the attacks were not isolated, noting he had "personally attended farm-attack scenes where people were tortured with boiling water, burnt with clothing irons and subjected to other horrific abuse." "SAPS [South African Police Service] must put experienced investigators, forensic support and crime intelligence behind these cases," Cameron said. "Nobody should have to accept this level of violence as a normal part of life." The reported torture of farmers is "unthinkable," Mulder said, adding "not one word from the President of South Africa to sympathize, not even acknowledging that this has happened, which is absolutely unbelievable." "We have been pleading with [the] government to prioritize rural crime and farm attacks as a priority crime, they are not prepared to do so," he continued. Fox News Digital reached out to the South African government for comment, but was referred to police, who did not immediately respond. SOUTH AFRICAN EX-POLICE CHIEF GETS TISSUE STUCK ON FOREHEAD WHILE SWEATING DURING CORRUPTION INQUIRY Mulder claims the recent farm attacks were fueled by the South African president’s refusal to heed Trump’s demand last year to stop performances of the song "Kill the Boer, Kill the Farmer." The term "Boer" refers to a South African of Dutch or Huguenot descent, according to Merriam-Webster. Ramaphosa said he could not stop the song being chanted in stadiums by crowds of up to 90,000 because the country’s highest court has said the lyrics are not hate speech. THOUSANDS OF POLICE DEPLOYED ACROSS SOUTH AFRICA AS DEADLY ANTI-IMMIGRATION PROTESTS SPREAD TO MULTIPLE CITIES "As long as [President Ramaphosa] does not stop the incitement to attack farmers with the singing of the song "Kill the Boer," the attacks will continue," Mulder wrote in a statement. "We see the practical reality when these things play out as happened with the last two farm attacks that we've seen." Last month, U.S. Ambassador to South Africa Brent Bozell III told Fox News Digital that Ramaphosa could ban the song despite a court ruling that it did not constitute hate speech. "So, to say, well, you can’t do it because the court said it’s not, you know, that’s poppycock," Bozell said. "If President Ramaphosa, if he wants to, he can do it. It’s just as simple as that." The State Department doubled down on the administration’s demand that the singing of the song be banned, with a spokesperson telling Fox News Digital on Friday, "The United States asked senior government officials to condemn incitement to race-based violence, particularly the singing of "Kill the Farmer! Kill the Boer!" The spokesperson added that Trump has demanded South Africa formally designate rural crime as a priority crime, and "expand alternatives to the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment ownership requirements, such as equity equivalent investment programs." Regarding farmers, the State Department spokesperson said South African politicians "threaten to confiscate their farms without compensation and support a corrupt, race-based scoring system that discriminates against Afrikaners and other minorities in employment." "The lack of a meaningful response to these requests made clear that the South African government does not want a constructive relationship with the United States and is willing to continue pursuing oppressive policies that disadvantage all South Africans," the spokesperson continued. Nearly 13,000 South African refugees, most of them Afrikaners, have been flown to the U.S. during fiscal year 2026. That number is expected to increase by another 17,500 refugees in fiscal year 2027. "As directed by President Trump, we are prioritizing the resettlement of Afrikaners in South Africa escaping government-sponsored race-based discrimination," the State Department spokesperson said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5e1a2272c212045af2f2d JACKSON THOMPSON: Angel Reese trash talk timeline, from mocking Caitlin Clark to beefing with Bidens te 2026-10-31T12:40:02.994Z JACKSON THOMPSON: Angel Reese trash talk timeline, from mocking Caitlin Clark to beefing with Bidens Angel Reese has taken a crafty, scrappy and mouthy road to her first ever Game 7 in WNBA history. She has already made her presence heard in the series, taunting Golden State with a "too small" gesture. But Reese’s history of making statements stretches back well before her first Finals appearance. From her championship-game taunts directed at Caitlin Clark in college to public criticism of her own team in Chicago, Reese has repeatedly made headlines with her words and gestures. Those moments have sparked debates over sportsmanship, player treatment and the scrutiny that comes with stardom. ANGEL REESE WENT FROM TAUNTING GOLDEN STATE TO COMPLAINING ABOUT OFFICIATING AS WNBA FINALS SHIFTED Reese has, at times, explicitly embraced the attention. "I’ll take the bad guy role," she said in June 2024, while arguing that she also deserved credit for women’s basketball’s growing popularity. As she prepares for Saturday’s championship showdown, here is a look back at the trash talk, pointed comments and public clashes that have accompanied her rise. Much of the world was introduced to Angel Reese at the end of the 2023 NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. After her LSU Tigers knocked off Caitlin Clark's Iowa Hawkeyes, Reese made a gesture that changed the sport forever. As LSU closed out its 102-85 national championship victory over Iowa, Reese waved her hand in front of her face in Clark’s direction, then pointed toward her ring finger. The "you can’t see me" gesture, popularized by wrestler John Cena, was one Clark had used during Iowa’s Elite Eight win over Louisville. The celebration became a debate of its own. Critics accused Reese of poor sportsmanship, while defenders questioned why her gesture drew backlash when Clark’s had been celebrated. Reese, named the Final Four’s Most Outstanding Player, stood by it. "I don’t fit in a box that y’all want me to be in," Reese told reporters afterward. "But when other people do it, y’all say nothing." Clark herself declined to join the criticism. "I don’t think Angel should be criticized at all," she told ESPN two days later, defending trash talk as part of competition. Reese’s next public clash reached the White House. A day after LSU won the national championship, then-first lady Jill Biden suggested that runner-up Iowa should also visit the White House, an honor traditionally reserved for the champions. Reese’s response was short: "A JOKE." She posted it on Twitter with three laughing emojis. Biden’s office subsequently clarified that her suggestion was meant to celebrate the historic game and women athletes, and that she looked forward to hosting LSU. Reese remained unimpressed, referring to that response as an apology during an appearance on the "Paper Route" podcast. "I don’t accept the apology," Reese said. She argued that LSU would not have received an invitation had it lost, then offered an alternative destination. ANGEL REESE MOCKS CAITLIN CLARK AFTER CLEAR PUSH AS WNBA'S BEST RIVALRY HITS NEW GEAR "They can have that spotlight. We’ll go to the Obamas. We’ll see Michelle. We’ll see Barack." President Joe Biden ultimately invited LSU and men’s champion Connecticut, without including Iowa. By April 7, Reese said she would attend with her teammates, explaining that she wanted to do what was best for the team. The episode ended with a warmer exchange: Reese attended the May 26 celebration, hugged Jill Biden and presented her with a jersey. Reese left her final SEC championship game with a loss and a message for the winners. LSU, the defending national champion, had been trying to hand undefeated South Carolina its first loss of the season. The Gamecocks held on for a 79-72 victory in Greenville, South Carolina, after a physical game that boiled over into a late confrontation. Reese and South Carolina center Kamilla Cardoso had spent much of the afternoon battling inside. During the second quarter, Reese pulled Cardoso’s hair as she headed upcourt. On another possession, Cardoso pushed Reese in the back, and Reese responded with an elbow to Cardoso’s face that drew an intentional foul. The scuffle near the end of the game began with other players. With South Carolina ahead 73-66 and 2:08 remaining, LSU guard Flau’jae Johnson committed an intentional foul on MiLaysia Fulwiley after a turnover. Johnson then bumped South Carolina’s Ashlyn Watkins while heading toward her bench. Cardoso rushed in and shoved Johnson to the floor. Cardoso was ejected for fighting, and five other players were ejected for leaving their benches. Reese walked away from the confrontation and was not ejected. But her postgame comments threw a jab in a different way. "We’re not scared of South Carolina," she told reporters, repeating the declaration before offering a warning to LSU’s upcoming NCAA Tournament opponents. "Anybody seeing us moving forward should be scared." Reese was three games into her WNBA career when she weighed in on who deserved credit for the league’s growing spotlight. After Chicago’s 90-81 victory over the New York Liberty, she celebrated the win with a pointed post on X. "and that’s on getting a WIN in a packed area not just cause of one player on our charter flight," Reese wrote, adding a kissing emoji. She subsequently deleted the post. The comment followed Charles Barkley’s criticism of WNBA players he accused of being petty toward Clark. Barkley said they should thank the Indiana Fever rookie for the attention and money she was bringing to the league, including its newly introduced charter flights. The WNBA had announced its full charter program earlier that month, citing years of work to strengthen its business. Although many interpreted Reese’s post as a swipe at Clark, Reese later told the Chicago Sun-Times that Barkley was her target. "He knows it was directed towards him and whoever is not actually educated on what’s going on in the league," she said. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Reese argued that numerous players, including herself, had contributed to the WNBA’s growth. Reese’s first WNBA meeting with Clark brought a controversial foul, a fine and another declaration about her place in the spotlight. During Indiana’s 71-70 victory over Chicago, Sky guard Chennedy Carter knocked Clark to the floor with an away-from-the-ball shoulder check. The WNBA subsequently upgraded the foul to a flagrant 1. Broadcast footage showed Reese standing and clapping from Chicago’s bench after the contact, drawing further scrutiny. The league also fined Reese $1,000 for failing to make herself available for postgame interviews. Speaking to reporters June 3, Reese said she was willing to embrace an unpopular role as women’s basketball continued attracting new audiences. "I’ll take the ‘bad guy’ role," she said. She pointed back to LSU’s 2023 championship game against Iowa and the attention that had followed, arguing that the sport’s growth extended beyond one player. "It’s because of me, too, and I want y’all to realize that," Reese said. Reese’s next complaint came after her own foul on Clark went to review. During the third quarter of Indiana’s 91-83 victory over Chicago, Reese attempted to block a Clark layup and struck her across the head, sending her to the floor. Officials initially called a common foul, then upgraded it to a flagrant 1 after reviewing the play. Reese defended her attempt to contest the shot. "It was a basketball play. I can’t control the refs," she said afterward. She also argued that Chicago had not received enough calls when attacking the basket, saying a review of the film showed missed fouls. "I guess some people got a special whistle," Reese said, without naming a player. Reese and fellow Sky rookie Kamilla Cardoso each finished with five fouls. Chicago coach Teresa Weatherspoon also expressed frustration with calls she believed her post players should have received. Clark offered a more restrained assessment of the contact. "It’s just part of basketball," she said, adding that Reese "was trying to make a play on the ball." Reese turned criticism of her rebounding into a challenge for her opponents. During an episode of "Unapologetically Angel" featuring Dwyane Wade, she defended the skill that had become her calling card during her rookie season. "Why don’t y’all box me out? How come y’all don’t box me out?" Reese asked. Her rebounding had become a recurring point of debate, with critics highlighting possessions in which she collected her own missed shots. Reese argued that her success on the glass was being turned into a reason to criticize her. She finished the season leading the WNBA with 13.1 rebounds per game, including a league-best 5.1 offensive rebounds. She also shot 39.1% from the field. Reese acknowledged during the conversation that her offense needed work and said improving it would be an offseason priority. Her message about rebounding was more defiant: opponents had their chance to stop her. Reese took her trash talk to the Unrivaled League — and a television microphone picked it up. During a timeout in the first season of Unrivaled, the offseason 3-on-3 league, Reese delivered a blunt assessment of New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu’s defense. "Sabrina can’t f---ing guard!" Reese said while her Rose BC coach, Nola Henry, was wearing a microphone. Ionescu was playing for the opposing Phantom BC. Phantom won 75-63 behind Ionescu’s 32 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. She also blocked a Reese layup in the fourth quarter. Reese finished with 13 points and seven rebounds. Asked about the remark during a Ringer NBA Show interview released Feb. 18, Ionescu defended trash talk as an ordinary part of basketball. She also had a reminder about the result. "I don’t pay too much mind to that one because we won and I had 32 points," Ionescu said. Reese’s next Unrivaled milestone came with an early exit. During Rose BC’s game against Laces BC, Reese received two technical fouls late in the second quarter after being called for a foul while guarding Tiffany Hayes. Reese waved her hand after the call, drawing the first technical. She appeared to argue that her gesture was directed at Hayes rather than the referee, but received a second technical and was ejected — a first for the new league. "While I understood her frustration completely, she’ll grow from that in terms of keeping her composure," Rose coach Nola Henry said. Reese finished with six points and 15 rebounds, and Rose won 83-69. Her response continued on X. "Happy BHM. yall know i had to be the first," Reese posted, referring to Black History Month. She also called Sports Illustrated’s coverage of the ejection "clickbait," adding, "everything i do keep going viral." Reese borrowed the Lunar Owls’ celebration after helping spoil their perfect start in Unrivaled. She delivered 22 points and 21 rebounds — the league’s first 20-point, 20-rebound performance — as Rose BC beat the previously unbeaten Owls 72-63 on Feb. 21. The Owls entered the game 8-0. As Reese left the court, she flapped her arms and shouted "Hootie Hoo," mimicking her opponents’ signature chant. Reese’s second WNBA season opened with another confrontation with Clark. With 4:38 left in the third quarter of Chicago’s opener against Indiana, Clark committed a hard foul after Reese grabbed an offensive rebound, knocking Reese to the floor. Reese jumped up and moved toward Clark before Fever center Aliyah Boston stepped between them. Officials upgraded Clark’s foul to a flagrant 1 after reviewing the play and assessed offsetting technical fouls to Reese and Boston. Crew chief Roy Gulbeyan explained afterward that Clark’s foul involved unnecessary contact. He described Reese’s penalty as a "verbal technical" and Boston’s as a "physical taunt technical." Reese kept her postgame assessment brief. "Basketball play. Refs got it right. Move on," she said. Clark said during an in-game interview that there was "nothing malicious" about the foul. Indiana won 93-58. Clark finished with 20 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, while Reese recorded 12 points and 17 rebounds. Reese decided the risk of a fine was worth airing her complaints about WNBA officiating. After Chicago’s 80-75 loss to Minnesota, she said she had questioned an official about the Sky’s lack of free throws entering the fourth quarter. According to Reese, the official responded that it was "not her job." Chicago finished with eight free-throw attempts to Minnesota’s 17. Four of the Lynx’s attempts came after Chicago fouled in the final 15 seconds. Reese called for the officiating to improve and dismissed the potential financial penalty as cheap. "I don’t give a damn if I get fined," she said. "I am tired of this s---." She carried that frustration onto X, describing a photo showing contact around her waist during a rebound as "diabolical." In another post, she shared her press conference comments and tagged the WNBA with a message: "idgaf. DO BETTER." Reese appeared to push back against former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III’s claimed inside scoop on her relationship with Clark. In a July 10 post condemning a racist image of Reese, Griffin also claimed people in her circle had contacted him and claimed she had grown to hate Clark. Hours later, Reese posted a pointed response without naming Griffin. "lying on this app when everybody know the first and last name of everybody in my circle for clout is nastyyyy work," she wrote. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Reese’s assessment of Chicago’s roster brought consequences from her own organization. In a Chicago Tribune interview published Sept. 3, Reese called for roster upgrades and raised the possibility of eventually leaving if the Sky didn’t improve. "I’m not settling for the same s--- we did this year," she said. She specifically questioned relying on point guard Courtney Vandersloot, then 36 and recovering from a season-ending ACL injury. "We can’t rely on Courtney to come back at the age that she’s at," Reese said. She also said Vandersloot could remain an asset, while advocating for a younger, experienced guard. In a televised interview, Vandersloot said: "My age is absolutely not a factor. I am coming back." Rachel Banham told the Sun-Times she felt "blindsided" by Reese’s comments. Players held a meeting after their Sept. 3 game, and Reese apologized. "I didn’t intentionally mean to put down my teammates," Reese said, arguing that her language had been taken out of context. On Sept. 5, the Sky announced Reese was suspended for the first-half of a Sept. 7 game against Las Vegas, citing "statements detrimental to the team." Reese ultimately missed the second half, too, with a back injury. It marked the beginning of the end of Reese in Chicago, as she was traded to the Atlanta Dream ahead of the 2026 season, in April. Eleven days after Chicago traded her to Atlanta for two first-round draft picks, Reese used her introductory news conference to explain what she wanted from her new basketball home. "I enjoyed being able to grow within my first two years, but I wanted more. I love to win, I love to compete and I wanted to be surrounded by people that can make me better," she said. "I don’t care about anything else that comes with it. I want to win and being able to come to an organization that really cared about their players." Reese’s back-and-forth with a former teammate ended with that teammate getting tossed. Reese and Toronto Tempo forward Isabelle Harrison, who played together in Chicago during Reese’s 2024 rookie season, had been jawing throughout their matchup in Toronto. Their encounter escalated in the third quarter. With 6:05 remaining in the period, Harrison pulled Reese to the floor as the Atlanta forward worked inside. Players from both teams converged, and Reese’s teammates pulled her away. Officials initially called a common foul, then upgraded it to a flagrant 2 after reviewing the play, ejecting Harrison. No additional penalties were assessed during the confrontation. Harrison had scored 17 points before her early exit. Reese remained in the game and finished with 15 points and 17 rebounds, including a career-high 11 offensive boards, as Atlanta won 102-77. Reese took aim at All-Star voting after Atlanta failed to land a single starter. Speaking before the Dream’s July 2 game against Washington, Reese called the results "disrespectful," particularly toward teammates Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray. She credited the guards with driving Atlanta’s success and said she would speak up for them. "For us not to have anyone was just a slap in the face, but they’re not going to say anything. I am." Reese also congratulated the selected starters and said they deserved their spots. She expected Atlanta’s players to make the roster when reserves were announced. The starting lineup came from a weighted vote: Fans accounted for 50%, with players and media contributing 25% each. Howard and Gray finished fifth and sixth among guards, with four starting spots available. Reese finished seventh among frontcourt players, one place outside the six-player cutoff. Five days later, all three were announced as All-Star reserves, selected by the league’s head coaches. Reese gave Jonquel Jones the "too small" treatment. Jones returned the favor. During Atlanta’s September matchup with New York, Reese backed down the Liberty center and scored a short shot in the second quarter. She followed the basket with the familiar gesture, pinching her fingers together to suggest Jones couldn’t handle her inside. Jones answered in the third quarter. She backed Reese toward the basket, scored as Reese fell to the floor and delivered her own "too small" celebration. Both finished with double-doubles: Reese had 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Jones recorded 18 points and 12 boards. Atlanta won 95-84, moving closer to securing home-court advantage in the opening round of the playoffs. Reese picked up a technical for taunting Washington, then waved the Mystics out of the playoffs. With 4:08 remaining in Game 2 of their first-round series, Reese blocked Michaela Onyenwere’s layup and grabbed the rebound. She turned to exchange words with Onyenwere, who swatted the ball from her hand. Officials assessed Reese a technical foul for taunting. After Atlanta completed its 93-75 victory and two-game sweep, Reese and teammate Allisha Gray raised their hands and waved goodbye toward Washington’s players. Veteran teammate DeWanna Bonner stepped between them and pulled both players’ hands down. Reese finished with 15 points, seven rebounds and three blocks as Atlanta advanced to the semifinals. Speaking afterward, she praised Washington’s young roster and predicted future success for the Mystics. But she also offered her assessment of the series: "the best team came out on top." Reese had words for two Liberty stars as Atlanta closed out New York. The first exchange followed a second-quarter basket by Dream rookie Isobel Borlase, who appeared to push off against Sabrina Ionescu without drawing an offensive foul. On the next possession, Ionescu pushed Borlase while setting a screen and was called for an offensive foul. Reese ran over and repeatedly spoke to Ionescu. Rhyne Howard stepped between them and pushed Ionescu, while Reese continued talking before DeWanna Bonner led her away. Officials reviewed the confrontation and assessed no technical fouls, ruling that no hostile act had occurred. Minutes later, Jonquel Jones blocked Reese’s shot and bumped her with her chest. The two stood chest-to-chest and exchanged words before teammates separated them. This time, both received technical fouls. Reese finished with 22 points and nine rebounds in Atlanta’s 85-83 victory, completing a three-game sweep and sending the Dream to their first Finals since 2013. Afterward, Reese described competing against respected peers as "literally war," adding that "the respect is given." Reese brought her "too small" taunt to the Finals, along with her running commentary. During Game 2, Reese and Valkyries center Aminata Gueye exchanged words while Reese stood at the free-throw line following a foul by Gueye. Reese made both shots, then blocked Gueye’s layup on Golden State’s next possession. She finished with 30 points and 16 rebounds in Atlanta’s 79-65 victory, evening the series. In Game 3, Reese pinched her fingers together toward Golden State players in the familiar taunting gesture. Photographers also captured her making it after the victory, with teammates laughing beside her. Reese contributed 21 points and 12 rebounds as Atlanta won 97-71 and took a 2-1 series lead. Speaking to reporters on Oct. 23, she explained her effort to unsettle Golden State. "They’re playing into my mental game where I can take their confidence and just try to do whatever to mess them up," she said. She also said Golden State’s home atmosphere at Chase Center, nicknamed Ballhalla, did not intimidate her and suggested Atlanta presented a tougher environment for visiting players. The Valkyries responded. Kaila Charles emphasized the need to match Atlanta’s energy and answer its trash talk. During Game 4, broadcast cameras caught Charles pushing Reese’s arm as Atlanta gathered for a huddle. Reese pushed back, and the two exchanged words. Golden State won 67-62 to tie the series. Golden State also won Game 5, putting Atlanta one loss from elimination. The Dream answered Thursday with an 80-69 Game 6 victory. Reese recorded 15 points, 14 rebounds and six assists, while Allisha Gray scored 23 points and Rhyne Howard added 21. That sends the series back to Ballhalla for the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history. Tipoff is Saturday at 8 p.m. ET at Chase Center, with both franchises seeking their first championship. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5e1a2272c212045af2f24 No Jacksonville, no problem? Georgia, Florida fans wanted a home-and-home, but money wins in college football te 2026-10-31T12:40:02.074Z No Jacksonville, no problem? Georgia, Florida fans wanted a home-and-home, but money wins in college football ATLANTA - There is obviously a different feel to the annual "World’s Largest Cocktail Party" this year thanks to the showdown between Florida and Georgia being played inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium, compared to its usual home in Jacksonville. Between the normal tailgate experiences that take place over the 24 hours to kickoff and the overwhelming feel of tradition for this showdown that happens on a yearly basis, it's actually the fans who are feeling a bit underwhelmed by the game being played in Atlanta this season. Thanks to ongoing renovations at EverBank Stadium, which is home to the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars, this highly-contested game is calling Atlanta and Tampa home for the next two years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Sure, there isn’t much either team can do about its usual venue, with the game scheduled to return in three years along the Florida coast. But fans of both teams were hoping that the opportunity to play this rivalry game in both Athens and Gainesville over these two years would have been on the table for the first time since the 1994 and 1995 seasons, which was also due to renovations in Jacksonville. "I don't really understand it, though I know it comes down to money," Andrew, from Ocala, told OutKick. "It would have been pretty cool to make the trip to Athens and experience what it's like to play this game in a home stadium. "Honestly, I think they fumbled an opportunity to do something different. Where the heck are we supposed to tailgate here in Atlanta? Don't get me wrong, I'm excited for the actual game, but I think we're going to be missing out on the normal tailgate fun that we usually host in Jacksonville." Money, you say? Yes, it comes down to the almighty dollar. If you were under the impression that these neutral site games were going away in favor of more home-and-home series in college football, I think you're forgetting about how much each team is paid for these types of games. When both universities put this showdown up for sale, the offers started pouring in. Sure, it helped that Atlanta is the home of the SEC Championship game (that could be ending this season), but it also came down to how much Falcons owner Arthur Blank was willing to pay each team to play this game inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Arthur M. Blank Sports and Entertainment, which runs multiple venues and events for the city of Atlanta, is paying each school $7.5 million to host the, while the city of Jacksonville is paying $1.5 million each over the next two years for their promised return to Florida. THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF IS SACRIFICING ITS SOUL TO BE AN ATM FOR CONFERENCES WITH EXPANSION TO 24 TEAMS Each team also received 29,071 tickets for this game, so it should still look like the annual showdown in Jacksonville. But, obviously that would not have been the case if this was played in Gainesville, with SEC guidelines noting that each visiting school receives around 4500-6000 tickets. Starting to see why this game was never going on-campus? It should be noted that only the home team would see the revenue generated by this game if it were to have been played in either Gainesville or Athens. When you factor in the cost of staging a game like this, it makes more financial sense to keep it at a neutral site. But, that doesn’t take away the frustration from some fans who made the trip to Atlanta. "I just don't care for another game inside this darn stadium," Thomas, a Georgia fan, told OutKick. "Hell, we should just turn this into our second-home with the SEC Championship game. I guess that's actually a compliment to Kirby Smart and my Dawgs, but it would've been interesting to make a trip to Gainesville, even if I hate the Gators. "I just hope it has the same feel as Jacksonville does every year. But yeah, I am excited to see us whoop Florida's ass, but it would’ve been nice to do it in their home stadium at least once in my lifetime under these circumstances." MAHJONG IS THE NEW TAILGATE GAME TAKING OVER COLLEGE FOOTBALL FOR WOMEN — AND EVEN AT HOME WITH HEAD COACHES And, there will be more neutral site games to come in the future in college football. A city like Nashville is the perfect example; it already hosted Ole Miss and Louisville to start the season. After agreeing to cancel their home-and-home series, both Georgia and Florida State agreed to play inside the Tennessee Titans' new stadium in 2029, with them preparing to take home a nice payday in the process. There will be others as well, as Dallas and even Las Vegas are still in the market for a neutral-site game, and both have already hosted such games in the past. So, with the CFP on the brink of expanding to 24 teams, there could be openings across what is known as "bowl season." "It might not be in the next two or three years, but we're already looking at potential options to potentially host games at the beginning of each season," one bowl game executive told OutKick. "Playing more home games in an expanded playoff means lesser big-brand teams being available for our postseason matchups. We already know that adjustments are going to have to be made in some form, and I don't expect us to just disappear like some want to report. It's all about adjusting with the times, so maybe it could benefit us to open the season with our game, compared to ending it." Today, Georgia and Florida fans gather for what should be dubbed the "World's Largest Indoor Cocktail Party' in a city well-versed in hosting big games. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcfe272c212045af2e58 Eddie Barbash Returns to Chamber Music Rochester for an Afternoon of Gershwin and Jazz te 2026-10-31T12:20:14.102Z Eddie Barbash Returns to Chamber Music Rochester for an Afternoon of Gershwin and Jazz Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcfd272c212045af2e4b Take Charge of Your Breast Health as You Age te 2026-10-31T12:20:13.161Z Take Charge of Your Breast Health as You Age By Marisa Gefen, MD, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcfc272c212045af2e42 Take Charge of Your Breast Health as You Age te 2026-10-31T12:20:12.239Z Take Charge of Your Breast Health as You Age Staying up to date on preventive care and recommended screenings can help detect cancer earlier and support better health as you age. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcf6272c212045af2e0a Private jets, yachts and powerful friends helped Alexander brothers lure women — and silence them, lawyer says te 2026-10-31T12:20:06.027Z Private jets, yachts and powerful friends helped Alexander brothers lure women — and silence them, lawyer says Jets, superyachts, mansions and access to the rich and powerful helped the Alexander brothers lure women into their orbit while creating an "aura" that left victims afraid they would not be believed, an attorney representing three women pursuing civil claims against the convicted sex traffickers told Fox News Digital. Alon, Oren and Tal Alexander were each sentenced in New York Tuesday to 30 years in federal prison for a yearslong sex-trafficking scheme that prosecutors said relied in part on the brothers' wealth, social status and luxury lifestyle to lure women before drugging and sexually assaulting them. But the sentences that capped their federal prosecution do not mark the end of the legal reckoning facing the brothers. ANDREW, TRISTAN TATE ARRESTED IN MIAMI AS UK SEEKS EXTRADITION ON EXPANDED RAPE, TRAFFICKING CHARGES Michael J. Willemin, a partner at Wigdor LLP, told Fox News Digital that his firm represents three women pursuing civil claims against the brothers and said evidence revealed during the federal prosecution could bolster allegations made in those cases. Willemin said the brothers surrounded themselves with wealthy and powerful people while using their lavish lifestyle to attract women and build an image that made victims fearful of coming forward. WOMEN ACCUSE PEARADISE FOUNDER OF PREYING ON THEM BY TURNING ‘SAFE SPACE’ INTO MANSION OF MANIPULATION "They used things like luxury trips and parties and introductions to celebrities and powerful individuals and private jets and super yachts, mansions and estates," Willemin said. Those trappings, he said, served as "a compliment in some ways to the drugs and the alcohol that were used to impair the memory of their victims and ultimately allowed them to get away with this sort of behavior for as long as they did." CORNELL SEXUAL ASSAULT CASE REVIVES SCRUTINY OF A LITTLE-KNOWN NEW YORK LAW ON INTOXICATED VICTIMS Prosecutors said the brothers used their wealth and prominence to create opportunities to sexually assault women between at least 2008 and 2021. Women were identified through social media, dating apps, in-person encounters and party promoters before being offered luxury experiences, travel and accommodations. On multiple occasions, prosecutors said, women were then drugged and forcibly raped or sexually assaulted, sometimes by multiple men. CONVICTED SERIAL RAPIST ORIGINALLY SENTENCED TO 124 YEARS WALKS FREE AFTER 20, SPARKING OUTRAGE Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrew Jones described it during closing arguments as a "consistent playbook to lure, isolate and rape their victims." Willemin said the brothers' wealth and access did more than help draw women into their social circles. He said it also heightened fears about what could happen if victims accused them publicly. "There's an added layer of concern that the women who come forward are going to be retaliated against," Willemin said. That could include fears of being pushed out of social circles, being surveilled or facing other potentially violent behavior, he said. HARVEY WEINSTEIN SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS IN PRISON FOR 2006 SEX CRIME IN NEW YORK "That's something that is a very real fear for women that is exacerbated when someone can use wealth and power to help secure silence," Willemin said. Willemin represents Angelica Parker, who sued all three brothers in 2024, along with Samantha Fields and a Jane Doe who have brought separate civil claims. MAX FACTOR HEIR'S FORMER LAWYER DETAILS JUDGE'S ERROR THAT WIPED OUT 124-YEAR RAPE SENTENCE Parker alleges Oren invited her and a friend to the New York City apartment he shared with Tal and Alon in 2012, where Oren and Alon offered the women ecstasy, which they declined. After Parker's friend left the apartment, Parker alleges Alon and Tal sexually assaulted her together while Oren watched. JUDGE GRILLS AG’S OFFICE IN CORNELL SEX ASSAULT CASE AS EX-FRAT BRO’S LAWYER DEMANDS OUSTER OVER ALLEGED BIAS The allegations in Parker's lawsuit are separate civil claims and were not adjudicated by the federal jury that convicted the brothers. Willemin said evidence that emerged during the criminal prosecution nevertheless supports Parker's contention that what allegedly happened to her was planned rather than spontaneous. "There was a whole host of evidence with respect to text messages and videos and other behaviors that suggested that these sexual assaults were not the random acts of spontaneity, but were, in fact, planned, which help also support the allegation made by Ms. Parker," Willemin said. The federal prosecution may now also change the landscape for the remaining civil cases. Willemin said Parker's case has progressed further than the other two his firm is handling and is moving through an appeals process involving whether older sexual assault claims can proceed. An argument is scheduled in January before the New York Court of Appeals over legal issues Willemin said could determine the outcome of numerous civil cases against the brothers. "The civil cases are moving forward now," Willemin said. "And one of the sort of roadblocks to that was to have the criminal case completed. That's now obviously completed to a degree and now the civil cases should be able to move forward." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X When asked whether additional women may have been victimized but never publicly came forward, Willemin said, "I wouldn't doubt that at all." "It would be, you know, frankly, pretty surprising if every woman who had been the victim of a sexual assault by the Alexander brothers has come forward, given the evidence that we have as far as how widespread this occurred," Willemin said. At Tuesday's sentencing, the brothers continued to deny drugging, raping or trafficking women while acknowledging and expressing regret for past attitudes and comments about women. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Federal prosecutors had sought life sentences, while defense attorneys asked for the mandatory minimum of 15 years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB U.S. District Judge Valerie Caproni ultimately sentenced each brother to 30 years in prison, followed by 10 years of supervised release. Alon and Oren were each fined $300,000, while Tal was fined $350,000. SEND US A TIP For Willemin's clients, the federal sentences represent only one part of what they are seeking. GOT A TIP? His firm hopes to move its three civil cases through discovery and ultimately to trial, where Willemin said his clients want juries to recognize that they were wronged and provide a remedy through the civil justice system. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "The criminal convictions were welcome for sure, and the sentence, although it could have been longer, it could have been life, was also significantly longer than the minimum sentence that could have been given," Willemin said. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Asked whether he believed 30 years was a just sentence, Willemin pointed to the brothers' continued denials and said he believes accountability remains lacking. "At this point in time, life really seems like the only fair sentence," Willemin said. Fox News Digital reached out to the Alexanders' attorneys for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcf5272c212045af2dfb TIM GRAHAM: Three-to-one negative coverage tells the story of network bias te 2026-10-31T12:20:05.226Z TIM GRAHAM: Three-to-one negative coverage tells the story of network bias Watching the broadcast news networks report on campaigns makes you think they’re not creating news as much as they’re trying to make the political weather. On every day, in every way, they labor to place the blackest clouds over the heads of President Donald Trump and the Republicans. Good news is not news. There is no balance of good and bad. Any hint of neutrality is despised as "normalizing" Trump. Nonpartisanship somehow becomes partisanship. So, resistance against Trump is the norm. A Media Research Center study of the 2024 campaign from July 21 through Oct. 25 found ABC, CBS and NBC evening newscasts punished Trump with 85% negative coverage. Meanwhile, the Democrat nominee, Kamala Harris, received 78% positive coverage. One choice sounded like doom, and the other was painted as hope and joy and "vibes." With that kind of stark difference in tone, does that sound like news, or campaign advertising? HUGH HEWITT: LEGACY MEDIA LEFT HALF OF AMERICA OUT. FOX NEWS LET THEM IN Leading the themes two years ago was the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, including Trump’s insistence that the 2020 election was rigged – 47 minutes of coverage. Another 30 minutes was spent amplifying claims that Trump is a "danger to democracy" and/or a "fascist." It's happening again in 2026. The Media Research Center just found ABC, CBS and NBC evening newscasts from Sept. 28 to Oct. 26 gave Trump and the Republicans almost 57 minutes of negative coverage on the evening news, while the Democrats received almost 19 minutes of negative coverage – a three-to-one ratio. That math could be a little misleading, since the bad scandal news for Democrats, like the immigration agents raiding the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., came wrapped in framing against the Trump administration for doing this in the closing weeks of an election. (These results came before the new eruption over "Decoy Dan" Sullivan in Alaska.) DEMOCRATS' FURY OVER ILHAN OMAR RAID DRAWS STINGING GOP REMINDER ABOUT RAID FROM THE PAST: ‘SET THE PRECEDENT’ It was the same pattern on the formerly taxpayer-funded "PBS News Hour." From Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, the GOP received 94% negative spin, to 6% positive. The Democrats received far more balanced coverage – 53% negative, 47% positive. No one would say the network news should avoid negative news. Consumers inherently don’t trust happy news any more than they trust gushy positive campaign commercials. Stubbornly high gas prices and a lack of a decisive victory in the Iran war aren’t positive stories. But the overwhelming tone of news coverage should force viewers to understand these broadcast network stars aren’t neutral referees, calling balls and strikes. They’re throwing beanballs at the Republicans. BROADCAST BIAS: NETWORKS SHOW FRANCE BURNING BUT HIGHLIGHT ‘PEACEFUL’ PROTESTERS Inside the broadcast network news bubble, democracy is mentally associated with the Democrats, autocracy with the Grand Old Party. If the Republicans show party unity, that’s a failing. They are weakening democracy by not weakening Trump. When the Democrats show party unity, that’s not controversial at all. In fact, the elitist media help enforce party unity. Republicans dissenting from Trump quickly draw positive media attention. "Lifelong Republicans" who endorse Democrats get promoted as the zeitgeist. Democrat dissenters would be ignored and gain no advantage. The growing radicalism of the Democrat party and its Democratic Socialists of America faction, and what they plan to do if they gain a majority in one or both houses of Congress, have not been serious topics. If the voters are casting ballots for Democrats because of the economy, do the Democrats have an actual solution? The networks weren’t focused on what happens next. Anyone perusing social media can see the Democrats salivating at more impeachments of Trump, and maybe an impeachment for Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., not to mention some very aggressive hearings into how the Trump family is personally prospering in Trump’s second term. TERRY MORAN SAYS NETWORK REJECTED HIS BIDEN HEALTH STORY AFTER HE WITNESSED PRESIDENT’S FRAILTY During President Joe Biden’s presidency, the broadcast networks obsessed over the House’s Jan. 6 hearings, including incessant live coverage, even in prime time hours. In the last two years, House oversight hearings into subjects like Biden’s use of the autopen and his declining mental fitness, were largely ignored. Republican hearings aren’t news. Democrat hearings will surely be big news – again. The networks have focused most of their attention on Trump’s rallies, often noting that when he campaigns in red states, it’s a sign that Republicans are anxious about losing in states they should be winning. If former President Barack Obama campaigns in a blue state, like appearing with radical Democrat Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, that’s not painted as desperation. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION PBS reporter Liz Landers oozed on Oct. 26: "Former President Barack Obama brought his own firepower to the trail, rallying Democratic voters in two Midwestern battlegrounds on Saturday, telling crowds in Michigan and Ohio that Trump was responsible for rising costs because of the war with Iran." Trump canceling rallies in the closing days of the race is drawing negative coverage. When he rallies, it’s negative. When he moves to "tele-rallies" from Mar-a-Lago for a larger audience, that’s also negative. ABC’s Jonathan Karl warned, "Trump lashed out at a reporter who asked if he was sick of traveling." Most Republicans are sick of the network news manufacturing nightmares for their party on a daily basis. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM TIM GRAHAM Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcf4272c212045af2df2 Women may have a biological edge over men when tasting bourbon, experts say te 2026-10-31T12:20:04.391Z Women may have a biological edge over men when tasting bourbon, experts say There's a theory in the bourbon world that women are better at tasting the spirit than men, and some experts say there's scientific proof to back up the claim. Smelling is an important step in the tasting process, and there is some evidence that suggests women have an advantage in that area. "Women have a keener sense of smell and taste than men," Louisville, Kentucky-based whiskey expert and author Susan Reigler told Fox News Digital. WINE EXPERT SAYS ONE COMMON HABIT COULD BE SABOTAGING EVERY SIP Reigler, who is also a former president of the Bourbon Women organization, cited a scientific paper published in 2014 that explored the differences in the olfactory bulbs of men and women. The report showed that women have just under 50% more neurons than men in olfactory regions, a difference that could contribute to a stronger sense of smell. "There are a number of different factors that come to play and certainly things that are outside of smell that affect men and women differently," Caitlin McLean, the vice president of Qualitative Solutions at MMR Research Worldwide's North American offices in New York, told Fox News Digital. NEW 123.4-PROOF WHISKEY PROMPTS EXPERT WARNING THAT STRONGER ISN'T ALWAYS BETTER McLean noted that there's more to tasting bourbon than just what happens in the mouth and on the palate. The processes of orthonasal and retronasal olfaction play big roles in the tasting experience. Orthonasal olfaction occurs when aromas enter through the nostrils, such as smelling aromas, while retronasal olfaction occurs when those aromas "are coming up in sort of the back of your palate and hitting the nose from the inside," McLean explained. "When we think about what's critical to bourbon, some of those distinctive notes, like vanilla and cinnamon and leather and tobacco, smoke, dark fruit, all of those are identified through retronasal olfaction," she said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Retronasal olfaction is incredibly important when tasting bourbon because the flavors that arise at the end of the drinking process define the complexity, finish and overall enjoyment of the beverage, McLean said, adding that "the tongue and the palate can only taste so much." Hormones also come into play, too, McLean noted, especially estrogen, which is associated with a heightened sense of smell. "So in moments of pregnancy or menopause, you do see strong differentiation in olfactory sensitivity," McLean said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS The belief that women are better bourbon tasters is partially rooted in the idea that women are biologically wired to have a stronger sense of smell and taste as a way to protect their children, a theory that is difficult to prove with data. "There is some scientific evidence that women, on average, outperform men in olfactory tasks, but maternal instinct is a difficult one to prove scientifically," McLean said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Whether or not they're scientifically proven to be better at tasting the spirit, women have been known to hold their own on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, according to Reigler. "Historically, the bourbon distillers in Kentucky, their tasting panels, their quality control panels, were always majority of women," she said. Men can still be excellent tasters, too, Reigler noted. Ultimately, she said, for anyone to become a truly skilled taster, "it just takes practice." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcf3272c212045af2de9 Miranda Lambert's friend kidnapped by her own father at age 7 recalls daring rescue that brought her home te 2026-10-31T12:20:03.553Z Miranda Lambert's friend kidnapped by her own father at age 7 recalls daring rescue that brought her home Lauren Burns was dressed in a cheerleader costume for Halloween weekend in 1987 when she climbed into her father's car. But instead of taking her trick-or-treating, he drove the 7-year-old to the airport and flew her thousands of miles from her Dallas home. Ali Bayan assured the little girl that the trip to his home country of Jordan was a "surprise" — and that her mother, Cathy Mahone, knew all about it. But as days turned into weeks and her father refused to let her speak to her mother, Burns began to realize she might never return home. "I didn't think I would ever see my mother again," Burns recalled to Fox News Digital. MIRANDA LAMBERT, CARRIE UNDERWOOD 'SHOULD GET A RIBBON' FOR SURVIVING COUNTRY MUSIC IN MALE-DOMINATED ERA Burns recounts the abduction and the international rescue mission it sparked in her memoir, "Stolen." Her childhood friend, country music superstar Miranda Lambert — whose family played a crucial role in bringing Burns home — wrote the foreword. Fox News Digital reached out to Lambert for comment. "By the time I was six weeks old, my parents got divorced," Burns said. WATCH: MIRANDA LAMBERT'S FRIEND RECALLS BEING KIDNAPPED BY FATHER AT AGE 7 "All I ever knew was that kind of upbringing. I went between two homes. My mother had full custody of me when I was six weeks old, but she did not want to keep me from my father. He was a good dad. He was loving and kind. I saw him almost every other weekend or maybe extra if she needed help. They had a good relationship despite the reasons that they had gotten divorced." During the drive to the airport, Burns wondered why her stepmother and siblings weren't coming along. "He'd never done anything to make me feel like I couldn't trust him," Burns said. "He was my dad, my provider. He was the one that loved me dearly. So, if he tells me something, I'm going to trust him. But it didn't quite add up." Burns' parents met while Mahone, a Christian, was working as a waitress and Bayan, a Muslim, was studying engineering in Texas. Mahone had full custody, but Bayan, who owned a restaurant in Dallas, saw his daughter regularly. There were "no red flags," Burns said, until that Halloween weekend. The Monday after Halloween weekend, Mahone went to Burns' elementary school to have lunch with her, as she typically did. She expected to hear about her daughter's weekend of trick-or-treating with her father. Instead, she discovered that Burns had never arrived at school. She soon learned that her ex-husband had abducted their daughter and taken her to Jordan. A desperate Mahone rushed to a pay phone. She called the one man she believed could help her: Miranda Lambert's father, Rick Lambert. The former Dallas police officer ran a private detective agency with his wife, Beverly. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "Rick and Beverly were home," Burns said. "They got Miranda, they moved out of their house, and they were with my mom day and night trying to figure out a way to help my mom get me back. They were calling everyone they knew. Rick pulled some strings and got an appointment at the Dallas County Courthouse, so my mom could try to get a warrant out for my father's arrest." The Lamberts had known Mahone for years, long before Burns and Miranda were born. Their friendship began when Mahone worked for Miranda's grandmother, Wanda, at an apartment complex. Until then, Burns had traveled only to Florida to visit her grandmother. Now, the 7-year-old was in the Middle East, unable to speak Arabic and struggling to adjust to unfamiliar customs and a different way of life. "I had to cover my hair," Burns said. "I could not wear shorts. We had to take our shoes off and wash our feet. There were no toilets. It was a hole in the ground with a chain above. I had never seen anything like that. Even the way we ate, it was a communal type of eating. You would sit on the floor with a big rug that was underneath and big plates of food, fresh food. You could smell all the different spices and the fresh hummus. We would all sit together, and you would eat with your hands." But for Burns, the most painful change was in the father she had always trusted. Once in Jordan, the man she viewed as her protector became "distant." Fox News may be compensated for or earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. "I quickly realized that my father was not going to take care of me in Jordan, like he did in Texas," she said. "It was different roles that I didn't quite understand. I quickly got the sense that it was my grandmother and aunt's job to take care of me because it wasn't the man's job to take care of the child. But at a time in my life when there was so much confusion, I really needed my father. I really needed my mother, and I didn't have that either." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Back in Texas, Mahone learned that the lack of an extradition treaty with Jordan severely limited the U.S. government's ability to help her. Determined to get her daughter back, Mahone turned to a North Carolina-based security firm staffed by former special operations personnel. She paid the team $80,000 and sold her jewelry to cover living expenses. There was no guarantee she would see her daughter again. The team spent weeks searching for Burns before tracking her to Jerash, Jordan, where Bayan had enrolled her in school. Mahone accompanied the team to Jordan, disguising herself as they prepared to rescue her daughter. Burns was sitting on a school bus when she spotted her mother. "My mom had her hair covered," Burns said. "She came over and tapped the window. I looked straight into my mother's eyes and all I could think of was that it looks just like my mom, but how can it be? I thought I was dreaming. My mom started motioning me to come and get off the bus, but I froze. So, she had to push her way onto the bus." As Mahone boarded the bus and grabbed her daughter, a school chaperone jumped on Mahone's back and tried to stop her. Mahone fought back, punching the woman in the nose before rushing Burns off the bus and into a waiting car. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE The rescue team then drove Burns and Mahone toward the Israeli border, crossing the Allenby Bridge into Israel before making their way back to the United States. "They put me on the floorboard of a car, they covered me up with blankets, and we sped off," Burns said. Three months after her abduction, Burns finally returned to the United States, where family and friends — including a young Lambert — were waiting to welcome her home. "The first person I saw when I was coming down that runway was Miranda," Burns said, fighting back tears. "She was probably four or five years old, a little thing with this blonde hair. She was running and pushing past all the other people … And when we got home, my aunt had left every single Christmas tree up. She refused to take down the decorations because she said, 'Lauren will come home and we will celebrate Christmas.' So we celebrated Christmas and opened presents that year in January when I returned." But returning home did not mean the ordeal was over. Fearing Bayan might abduct Burns again, Mahone kept her daughter in hiding, repeatedly moving to protect her. Burns said she had moved 14 times by the time she reached high school, leaving her struggling to find a sense of stability. As a teenager, Burns grew increasingly angry. Beverly urged Mahone to let Burns stay at the Lamberts' farmhouse in Lindale, Texas — the same home Miranda Lambert later sang about in "The House That Built Me" — to help her through a difficult period. Beverly quickly welcomed Burns into her church community and even "handpicked my friends," as Burns recalled, determined to surround the struggling teenager with positive influences. With the Lamberts by her side, Burns grew stronger in her Christian faith. She "hated Father's Day" for years, but always wrote a card to Rick Lambert, who became a father figure in her life. The bond endured as Burns grew up alongside Lambert, whom she described as "like a little sister to me." Long before Lambert became a country music superstar, Burns knew her as the little girl whose family had welcomed her into their home. Bayan was indicted while abroad and arrested in 1990 after returning to the United States, People magazine reported. He was sentenced to eight years' probation. Burns was in high school when she finally confronted him, asking why he had abducted her. "He wanted to raise me in his country, with his family," Burns said. "The only way he could do that was to take me. He wanted me to be raised in his beliefs and his culture. He said, 'I felt like I was doing the best thing for you.'" While Burns forgave Bayan, they have not spoken since 2019, People magazine reported. Fox News Digital could not reach Bayan for comment. "If my seven-year-old self could look at my life today," Burns said, "she would say, 'There is hope.' There is healing on the other side of forgiveness. There is freedom when you can let go. There is life, abundant life. And there is a way out." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5dcf2272c212045af2de0 SCHOEN, COOPERMAN: A red retreat for Republicans is not the same as a blue wave in 2026 te 2026-10-31T12:20:02.669Z SCHOEN, COOPERMAN: A red retreat for Republicans is not the same as a blue wave in 2026 With less than one week until the midterms, many have projected that Democrats could win in a 2018-style "blue wave," when they won 41 House seats, due to their almost 9-point lead in the generic congressional ballot and a national environment that has tilted drastically in their favor. That is the wrong term for what is occurring. Indeed, what we are looking at now is a red retreat, a red collapse, and a potential red defeat, not an overwhelming victory for Democrats or their policies. FOX NEWS POLL: SQUEEZED BY COSTS, FRUSTRATED VOTERS TURN TO THE DEMOCRATS Make no mistake, to the extent that we can determine the eventual outcome, Democrats are almost certain to take the House and have nearly a two-thirds chance to take the Senate. Democratic candidates are ahead or tied in virtually all of the battleground Senate races – North Carolina, Michigan, and Maine among them – while there are signs of a red retreat in typically safe states like Kansas, Texas, and even possibly Alaska. LIZ PEEK: FIVE REASONS REPUBLICANS COULD DEFY THE POLLS AND SHOCK DEMOCRATS ON ELECTION DAY At the same time, early voting numbers favor Democrats, as does the enthusiasm gap, which shows Democrats are more motivated to vote than Republicans. This has shown up in primaries as well. In the twenty-two states that held competitive primaries this year, seventeen saw increases in Democratic voter turnout. In Texas alone, whereas in 2022, Republicans cast 900,000 more votes than Democrats, this year, Democrats cast 150,000 more – a 1.5 million vote swing. LEE CARTER: AMERICA IS ANGRY AT EVERYONE — BUT WHO WILL ACTUALLY VOTE? Likewise, President Trump’s approval, averaging just 38%, is contributing to growing pessimism. When asked whether the country is on the right track or headed in the wrong direction, 32% now say the country is headed in the right direction, versus 63% who say it is on the wrong track, a net-negative 31 points. In March 2025, that was just under a net-negative 9 points, underscoring the decline that has occurred and just how much Americans have soured on this administration. SCHOEN, COOPERMAN: DEMOCRATS COULD BE RIDING A MIDTERM WAVE. THESE NUMBERS SHOULD TERRIFY THE GOP To be sure, if a red retreat turns into a red collapse, Democrats will win the Senate. However, the data also make clear that the shift in national sentiment can, in no way, be read as an endorsement of Democrats’ policies, to the extent that they have offered an agenda. DEMOCRATS SAY THEY'LL MAKE LIFE AFFORDABLE. YOUR WALLET MAY DISAGREE House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries came closest in the New York Times last weekend, outlining priorities on costs, health care, and checking the administration. But that was more a case against Republican rule than a governing blueprint with broad public support. Indeed, if Democrats win the Senate, it will primarily be a product of frustration with the administration, inflation, and the war in Iran – not because voters endorse a sweeping Democratic agenda. MAINE, KANSAS SENATE RACES NECK AND NECK AS DEMOCRATS LEAD IN TEXAS, MICHIGAN, POLL SHOWS Currently, just under 40% of Americans have a favorable view of the Democratic Party. That is statistically tied with President Trump as well as the Republican Party. Democrats should therefore resist treating victory as a license to move sharply left. Troy Jackson (Maine), Abdul El-Sayed (Michigan), and James Talarico (Texas) are running in different states and may win for different reasons, but no faction can claim ownership of the national result. INDEPENDENT VOTERS AREN’T PICKING A POLITICAL TEAM, THEY JUST FEEL PICKED ON The test will be whether Democrats turn public anger into a disciplined agenda: lowering costs, restoring stability, checking executive overreach, and attracting support beyond their base. If, instead, they spend two years relitigating ideological fights, their majority will be short-lived. In fact, in a recent ABC survey, democratic socialism was deeply unpopular, with ratings bordering on Trump’s. Less than 4 in 10 (37%) of Americans had a favorable view, while 59% did not. LEE CARTER: 2026 ELECTION COULD ALL COME DOWN TO JUST ONE TYPE OF VOTER In that same vein, even Democratic voters are not sold. When asked whether they prefer the Democratic Party to move further to the political center or the political left, 48% of Democrats preferred the center, versus 27% who preferred moving to the left, according to New York Times polling. Among independents, arguably the most critical bloc, the findings are even more stark. More than 7 in 10 (72 percent) of independents want Democrats to move to the center, whereas just 11% want the party to go further left. Even if Democrats do sweep both chambers of Congress, they will have won on a rejection of Trump and Republican governance – not a blank check to govern from the left. Victory would create an opportunity to provide competent, practical leadership, not a mandate. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION All of this will matter for Democrats because the 2028 elections will unofficially start next Wednesday. Democrats still lack a single recognized leader and remain divided between the far left and establishment wings, and the midterms will not resolve that fight. Their immediate task is proving they can govern competently, appeal to independents, and improve Americans' daily lives. Ultimately, these midterms will be a referendum on President Trump and Republicans. Voters will cast their ballots with gas prices, mortgage rates, and other costs foremost in their minds, not with what it means for 2028. A red retreat may deliver Democrats power. But if they mistake backlash for ideological conversion, they will squander the opening. Governing from the pragmatic center-left – focused on affordability, stability, and results – is how they rebuild trust. Carly Cooperman is CEO of Schoen Cooperman Research. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM DOUG SCHOEN CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM CARLY COOPERMAN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5da9b272c212045af2d31 Here’s the latest. te 2026-10-31T12:10:03.412Z Here’s the latest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5d5ea272c212045af2c44 Former NFL QB Philip Rivers has become a serious option for NC State opening amid college football carousel te 2026-10-31T11:50:02.594Z Former NFL QB Philip Rivers has become a serious option for NC State opening amid college football carousel ATLANTA - Former NFL quarterback Philip Rivers has been a topic of conversation around college football over the past week amid the opening at NC State, after head coach Dave Doeren was fired last Saturday. In the days leading up to athletic director Boo Corrigan deciding to make a move with the football program in Raleigh, the talk of Rivers being interested in the potential opening at his alma mater began to pick up within the industry. On Friday night, the former NC State quarterback was walking his son Gunner Rivers onto the field in Fairhope, Alabama, for St. Michael Catholic's senior night, where Philip has served as head coach for the past six seasons. "There's nothing there at this point," Rivers told Ben Thomas on Friday night when asked about NC State opening. "You understand the chatter that is out there. Just gotta take it one day at a time is all I know. I'm excited about the postseason with these guys here. "It's like I told you last year, you never say never. But, there's nothing imminent." COLLEGE FOOTBALL COACHING CAROUSEL COULD EXPLODE AS LINCOLN RILEY AND DEION SANDERS FACE MOUNTING PRESSURE But in Raleigh, NC State administrators and boosters have been putting together a plan in hopes of luring Rivers to the sidelines in college football. As OutKick has previously reported, and confirmed On3's Friday report, Wolfpack donors have been discussing the ways in which they could raise the money needed from an NIL perspective to have NC State more competitive in luring talent to Raleigh, with recent talks also focused on if Philip Rivers were to be hired as the next head coach. These conversations have involved the former NFL quarterback's representation, while also gauging the temperature of those within the Wolfpack donor base if they were to officially offer Rivers the job. At this point, Philip has made it clear he is focused on making sure his team, St. Michael Catholic, was prepared for its regular season finale on Friday night and the upcoming high school playoffs that are set to start next week in Alabama. COLLEGE FOOTBALL’S JERRY JONES? TEXAS TECH BOOSTER CODY CAMPBELL DEMANDS RETURN ON INVESTMENT Rivers will coach St. Michael Catholic next week against Glenwood, with many expecting them to win, which would then lead to another game the following week in the playoff format. From a fan perspective, it's obvious that the Wolfpack would be making a hire that would excite the base, and more importantly help sell tickets and also lead to an influx of donations needed for NIL purposes to compete for an ACC title, and potentially a spot in an expanded college football playoff. But, you also have to be able to raise enough money to compete, as now former head coach Dave Doeren mentioned this past week during a press conference to reflect on his tenure in Raleigh. "The resources need to match the expectations," Doeren mentioned. "I hope for NC State this commitment to football really happens. I pray for the next head coach that he has the opportunity. It's not the way it used to be." Multiple people along the Gulf Coast in Alabama have mentioned to OutKick that they are hopeful that Rivers would take the job if formally offered by NC State, given how highly regarded he is within the community along Mobile Bay. MAHJONG IS THE NEW TAILGATE GAME TAKING OVER COLLEGE FOOTBALL FOR WOMEN — AND EVEN AT HOME WITH HEAD COACHES In speaking with sources close to the situation, NC State is comfortable with the fact that Rivers would be a first-time college football head coach, especially if he puts together the right staff to come with him. Also, his son Gunner is committed to the Wolfpack, and will enroll next year as a freshman quarterback in Raleigh. Could all the stars be aligning for NC State to bring their former quarterback home to lead the football program? Just last week, NC State alum and donor Dr. Andy Albright made it a point to post on social media that he had Rivers with him on his private jet that is decked out in Wolfpack colors. That could possibly be decided within the next week or two, though Rivers is focused on his high school job at the moment. As for this era in college football, it would be a risky, but splashy, hire for NC State, and much different than UAB hiring Trent Dilfer from the high school ranks in 2022. One of the problems for Dilfer was that the former Super Bowl champion could not garner enough support from the Birmingham community and Blazers donor base, mixed with questionable decision making by the UAB athletic department across multiple sports. In Raleigh, Wolfpack athletic director Boo Corrigan brought in former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Bill Cowher earlier this week to help with the coaching search. And while there have obviously been conversations around the prospect of potentially hiring Philip Rivers, NC State has been in communication with a number of agents who represent coaches within the sport to gauge their interest over the past few days. Also, NC State needed to get this search underway as soon as they realized Dave Doeren was not going to be the guy to lead this program into 2027, thanks to ongoing negotiations with current players and having to put a plan together in order to attack the transfer portal. It will be an interesting two months across the sport, with Maryland and Baylor also searching for a new head football coach after making their own moves in the past week. The carousel has only just started, with a number of additional jobs potentially opening across the country over the next month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5d392272c212045af29a1 Arizona Wildcats look to pull off upset of No 13 Texas Tech in pivotal Big 12 football showdown te 2026-10-31T11:40:02.677Z Arizona Wildcats look to pull off upset of No 13 Texas Tech in pivotal Big 12 football showdown College Football brings us another great slate of football games on Saturday. The past few weeks have been full of upsets and wild games. It seems like no one can keep hold of the top few spots in the rankings this year. That provides a much more enjoyable watch than chalky outcomes. After all, we are watching kids play a sport, and most won’t continue on to play professionally. One of the two matches between ranked teams happens today, so we know both of them will move up or down the Top-25 list after this, with Arizona taking on Texas Tech. Arizona comes into the game with a 6-1 record and a 3-1 mark in the Big 12. They are ranked 22nd in the nation. The Wildcats started their season with a win over Northern Arizona. Then in Week 2, they had to face BYU, and we’ve seen the Cougars be one of the best teams in the country. Arizona lost this game 28-17. Since that loss, they’ve run off five straight wins over Northern Illinois, Washington State, Cincinnati, West Virginia, and Iowa State. The Wildcats really haven’t had a tough game outside of the matchup with BYU. They only have two other ranked teams on the schedule – today against Texas Tech, and in a few weeks against Utah. If they can win both of those games, they have at least a legitimate shot to win the Big 12, and they could even find their way into the College Football Playoffs. He hasn’t gotten a ton of attention in the Heisman talk, but Noah Fifita has been fantastic for the team. Fifita is completing 75% of passes, has 18 touchdowns, and four interceptions. WEEK 7 AP TOP 25 POLL FEATURES A COMPLETE SHUFFLE AFTER CHAOTIC WEEKEND, WITH MIAMI TAKING OVER THE TOP SPOT Texas Tech is currently ranked 13th in the nation, and they are 6-1 for the year as well. They also have a 3-1 record in Big 12 play. Their lone loss of the season came last week in shocking fashion to Cincinnati. It wasn’t particularly close, either. They went on the road, and they dropped the game to the Bearcats 37-24. The biggest issue in this game was probably the turnovers from Texas Tech. They threw an interception and had two fumbles lost. It didn’t help that the Bearcats scored 24 points in the 2nd quarter of the game, and all of them within the last eight minutes of the half. Texas Tech had been rolling before last week. They won the first six games of the season. In the first game, they beat Abilene Christian by 23. In Week 2, they were able to top Oregon State by 11 points. In Week 3, they had their first test, and that was a battle against Houston. In that game, they won 28-26, but clearly it was a close battle. The next three games were fairly easy matchups with Sam Houston, Colorado, and Arizona State all not putting up much of a fight against the Red Raiders. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM This afternoon’s game is a battle between two Big 12 beasts. The Wildcats have a legitimate shot at pulling off the upset. I really like the way that Fifita has played and positioned his squad for wins. Texas Tech’s defense has been a big piece of their game, and I’ve been pretty unimpressed with their offense. I think these two teams are fairly evenly matched. I know Texas Tech will be looking for revenge or to bounce back. I’m going to take the Wildcats with the points, though. I think they have the right offense to battle against Texas Tech. Give me Arizona +3.5. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5cee8272c212045af28bc Flagstaff Event Almanac for October 31 te 2026-10-31T11:20:08.293Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for October 31 Oct 31 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5cee5272c212045af2892 DEPROGRAMMED: Ex-Palestine supporter blasts 'insane' movement for 'cherry-picking' oppressors te 2026-10-31T11:20:05.974Z DEPROGRAMMED: Ex-Palestine supporter blasts 'insane' movement for 'cherry-picking' oppressors Parishad Kavyani was born in the Islamic Republic of Iran and spent most of her childhood there until she moved to Canada at 14, a reality she says shaped her nuanced view of the pro-Palestine, anti-Israel movement she once supported. Now she says it was destroyed by "liberal intellectualism" that overly focused on the oppressor instead of the human rights of all affected. "I have never faced the amount of homophobia, racism and sexism that I have experienced in the past nine months from the leftists, from the very people that I marched with for over two years for a free Palestine, and that is insanity," Kavyani told Fox News Digital of leaving the cause. Kavyani went on to reveal one of the problems she wrestled with while still supporting the Palestine movement — the absence of support for the freedom and rights of Iranian women. IRANIAN-AMERICAN DOCTOR SENDS FIERY MESSAGE TO HOLLYWOOD ACTRESS AS IRAN PREPARES TO EXECUTE FEMALE PROTESTER "[They] advocate for liberation of people, [they] advocate for women's rights, but when it comes to Iranian women wanting freedom, wanting the freedom to wear whatever they want, [they] suddenly are quiet — and not only quiet, but [they] support the oppressor. That's my issue… [they] cherry-pick between oppressors," she said. Kavyani, who admits to being a part of pro-Palestine when the movement began to form before splitting with the cause after an array of its supporters began posting pro-Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps [IRGC] content, detailed the intricate view Iranians develop on advocacy for Palestinians. "As an Iranian born and raised in Iran… you are raised with a lot of information, a lot of propaganda around what is happening in Israel, what is happening in Palestine, and you are just told this every single day by the authorities. That Palestinians need help, they've been oppressed, they've been getting killed all of these years, so we have to help them," she added. INSIDE TEHRAN: IRANIANS DESCRIBE IRGC'S BRUTAL RULE, POVERTY — ASK TRUMP TO 'STAY THE COURSE' "Then… you enter the society, and you see there is poverty everywhere. You see that the villages in Iran don't have drinking water. You see that the villagers in Iran don’t have a road to a hospital… Why? Because the government doesn't actually do anything about the people in need inside the country, and you're always told, ‘Oh, but we have to save money to send to Palestine,’" Kavyani said. "The more time you spend in the country you’re like, ‘Why is it my responsibility to save another nation?’" Kavyani added. The Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, was a tipping point for her. "When October 7 happened, I had a lot of conversations with people [about it]... Like, just because someone is holding an Israeli passport doesn't mean that they should just get killed… If there’s a war that you're including civilians in that war, and you're taking civilians hostage, and you're raping civilians or torturing civilians — that's not something that I support no matter who this person is, because I'm not somebody who thinks someone deserves to die just because of where they're from or just because the political belief that they hold on to," she said. HASAN PIKER'S DEFENSE OF HAMAS HAVING 'RIGHT TO RESIST MILITARILY' DRAWS CONDEMNATION FROM HUMAN RIGHTS GROUPS "That is, like, so ideology-driven, which we're seeing right now on the internet and in real life… You cannot create a hierarchy of people and say this person deserves saving more than this person… That liberal intellectualism is, like, so insane," Kavyani relayed. After it happened, she said, she saw a fundamental flaw in the coalition to which she once considered herself connected, saying they were "cherry-picking" between killers. "After that happened, I started separating myself… because I was like, this is not the group that I want to associate myself with because I don't think a lot of the people within that movement are there for the human rights aspect of it," Kavyani said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5cee5272c212045af2889 Florida Gators look to strengthen College Football Playoff case in ranked matchup with Georgia te 2026-10-31T11:20:05.270Z Florida Gators look to strengthen College Football Playoff case in ranked matchup with Georgia There are only about five games remaining for most teams before we start to get into Bowl season and the Conference Championship games. There has been a ton of fluctuation on the Top 25 this season, with very few teams looking like a confident option to make it into the College Football Playoffs. Florida and Georgia play today, and a win here for Florida would go a long way for its case and probably hurt the Bulldogs quite a bit. The Florida Gators are 5-2 for the season, with both losses coming in SEC games. This has been a hard team to judge this year. The Gators have had some really good games, and then a few ugly ones. Their best game came when they destroyed the Ole Miss Rebels. That was a ranked matchup, at home, and they took down the team with a solid 52-28 victory. Unfortunately for them, their success was rather short-lived. The next week against Missouri, they lost 45-17, barely even showing up for the game. It didn’t get any better the following week as they lost that game 38-19 to South Carolina. That’s a game they will want back at the end of the year. Two weeks ago, they went into Texas and won that game 27-24. It is a bit confusing how the team could’ve beaten both Ole Miss and Texas, but lost to Missouri and South Carolina. The schedule doesn’t really get easier, either. The Gators have Georgia today, and then they face Kentucky in a couple of weeks. Plus Oklahoma, Vanderbilt, and Florida State are still on the schedule. It does seem like if they lose here but win out, there is still a case to be made for them making the College Football Playoffs, but it would be unlikely. Georgia is one of the best teams in the country as usual, but the Bulldogs did lose the last game they played. They are 6-1 for the season, with the lone loss coming two weeks ago against Auburn. They had a bye week last week, so they’ve been stewing on it for a few weeks. This is a team that knows how to rebound from losses, but it does feel like the loss never should’ve happened in the first place. This is also the start of three straight games against ranked opponents. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! To start the year, Georgia rocked Tennessee State, then took down Western Kentucky, winning both by more than 50 points. The Bulldogs played Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Vanderbilt in the next three weeks, winning all of them by multiple scores. Against Alabama, in Alabama, the defense did everything it needed to do. The Bulldogs won 20-17 over their rivals, but that may have set up the letdown against Auburn. Georgia and Florida should put on a good show for us. Both have been off for a week, so they could start a bit slowly. The two of them should have had plenty of time to prepare for this matchup. I don’t see this game being a high-scoring matchup. I feel like each possession will be important. Georgia doesn’t want to lose back-to-back games. Florida can’t really afford to have a third loss on its record. I’m going to take the Gators +12.5, but I do feel like this will be a bit of a nail-biter situation. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5cee4272c212045af2880 Trump admin threatens Iran with 'consequences' as allies convene amid threats of post-election escalation te 2026-10-31T11:20:04.516Z Trump admin threatens Iran with 'consequences' as allies convene amid threats of post-election escalation The Trump administration warned Iran that there "will be consequences" if Tehran continues its malign activities amid growing concern over a potential new round of U.S.-Iran hostilities after the midterm elections. With just days until the 2026 elections and with war raging on in the Middle East, foreign ministers from the world's largest economies gathered in Atlanta, Georgia ahead of the G20 leaders meeting in December. "The Iranian regime has had a choice... to either pursue the path towards normalcy, towards prosperity for their people, the path towards diplomacy. Or they can continue their malign activities, but there will be consequences for that, and we've seen the president taking concrete action," State Department principal deputy spokesperson Tommy Pigott told Fox News Digital on Friday. Pigott was responding to reports that U.S. officials have warned regional partners to prepare for the possibility of heightened U.S. military action against Iran after Tuesday's elections, as well as potential Iranian retaliation. IRANIAN NEGOTIATORS KICKED OUT OF US AS TALKS STALL, TRUMP LAYS OUT 'POSSIBLE' TIMELINE FOR MORE STRIKES President Donald Trump has not made a final decision on renewed strikes, but U.S. diplomats and defense officials have privately urged several Middle Eastern countries and regional allies to prepare for the possibility of new military action and Iranian retaliation, according to an Associated Press report citing two diplomats briefed on the warnings. The warnings come amid heightened concerns about Iranian threats against Americans overseas. Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton wrote in an unclassified memo to Secretary of State Marco Rubio that the U.S. had received intelligence that Iran had "substantially increased efforts to target U.S. personnel" and that lethal Iranian plots had reached "advanced stages" in the Middle East and elsewhere, according to Scripps News. Asked whether those threats were being discussed with G20 counterparts and whether the U.S. was sharing intelligence with allies to disrupt potential plots, Pigott declined to discuss intelligence matters but said the U.S. was working with international partners against transnational threats. "We're going to work with our partners to make sure that any transnational threat has the appropriate transnational response to protect our citizens," he insisted. The prospect of renewed fighting with Iran loomed over the G20 foreign ministers' meeting, where Rubio has put energy security, secure supply chains and freedom of navigation among the U.S. priorities. Rubio opened the two-day gathering Friday by warning that the world's largest economies face "interconnected economic and geopolitical crises" threatening energy and food supplies, trade, global supply chains and freedom of navigation. Pigott said the administration's position remains that "there cannot be a situation where a country decides that they can control an international waterway and charge tolls over that waterway." TRUMP THREATENS 'UNPRECEDENTED' ECONOMIC CONSEQUENCES FOR ANY NATION AIDING IRAN In the aftermath of the war, Iran began asserting greater authority over the Strait of Hormuz and insisting on the right to collect fees from ships for services including navigation and environmental protection. Asked what the U.S. wants G20 countries to do to keep the strait open, Pigott pointed to a broader principle that international waterways must remain free from coercion. "Fundamentally, the principle here is so important, making sure that we are having secure international waterways in the sense we're not having these tolls or coercion, making sure we have secure supply chains," Pigott said. "That is so important." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5cee3272c212045af2877 Questions still haunt Houdini’s Halloween death 100 years later te 2026-10-31T11:20:03.715Z Questions still haunt Houdini’s Halloween death 100 years later Mystery cloaked the life and performances of escape artist Harry Houdini—and it followed him into his death, perplexing experts for the past century. Houdini, a Hungarian born Erik Weisz, became one of the most famous magicians and vaudeville performers in history after immigrating with his family to the United States at 4. He died 100 years ago on Oct. 31, 1926, at 52. His official cause of death was listed as peritonitis, an infection caused by a ruptured appendix. But since the day he died, theories about alternative causes have lived on. WATCH: HARRY HOUDINI RETURNS FROM THE GRAVE IN AI-GENERATED FOX NATION SERIES 100 YEARS AFTER HIS DEATH Some say a surprise punch to his stomach caused deadly appendicitis to the man who kept himself in peak physical condition. Others insist he suffered from an intestinal blockage. Some theorize that he was killed by people working as spirit mediums. He had been exposing them as frauds just before his death. One of the most widespread myths was caused by a 1953 film in which Houdini was portrayed as unable to escape Water Torture Cell in time to save his own life. "There’s plenty of room for speculation, for conspiracy theories, and so it continues," Houdini historian and biographer John Cox told Fox News Digital. "It continues to this day." Houdini's story returns in the new three-part Fox Nation series "Houdini: Back from the Dead," where artificial intelligence helps him appear to sit down for a modern-day interview to recount his struggles, relationships and legendary feats. A key event in the timeline of Houdini’s death is the now-famous series of punches to his stomach on Oct. 22, 1926. Nine days before Houdini died, a university student named J. Gordon Whitehead visited the performer in his dressing room at a Montreal theater. Historians report that Houdini was reclining on a couch when Whitehead asked if he could test his ability to withstand a blow to the stomach. Houdini obliged. But before he could brace himself, Whitehead began punching. It continued until another person in the room begged Whitehead to stop, said Roger Dreyer, President of Houdini Revealed, a museum in New York. Many historians agree that because of the punches, Houdini ignored what actually were symptoms of appendicitis, Cox said. Though some believed the blows caused the deadly inflammation, that was never proven. WATCH: Harry Houdini returns in new AI-powered Fox Nation series "He didn't get it treated in time," Cox said. "His appendix ruptured. This caused peritonitis, which was a massive infection. And back then, you died from that. "Had he not been punched, this pain would have come out of nowhere, and he might have gone and sought medical attention sooner. So the punch was very likely just a very poorly timed accident that caused him to not pay attention to what was really happening to him medically." Regardless, the punches brought a financial windfall to his family. Houdini was thousands of dollars in debt at the time of his death. Because the punches were blamed for killing him, his life insurance policy paid out double. "He had a life insurance [policy] of $25,000," Dreyer said. The agreement was that "if he died from an accident, he received another $25,000. Twenty-five-thousand dollars back then was almost $500,000" in today’s value. Houdini had been fixated on the idea of death, because his daredevil behavior often brought him to the brink of it, Dreyer said. But Houdini also worked to expose as frauds people who claimed to communicate with the dead. He believed their tactics were scams that targeted grieving people. He faced defamation lawsuits for that, Dreyer said. He and his wife, Bess Houdini, made an agreement that if one of them died, they would try to contact the other. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X After his death, Bess Houdini held seances every Halloween for 10 years, attempting to make contact. When none of her attempts were successful, she gave up, concluding contact with the dead wasn’t possible. One hundred years later, interest in Houdini lives on. That’s because he was more than just a performer, Dreyer said. "It's not because of his death we're talking about him. It's because of the way Houdini lived and what he represented. That's why we're talking about Houdini." SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS He was the top "social influencer" of his time––a "pop icon," Dreyer said. Houdini still is a household name and is synonymous with escaping tricky situations, he noted. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB More than just a performer, he sought to spread a positive message that would motivate people to overcome challenges in life, Dreyer said. SEND US A TIP As "chief wizard officer" of Fantasma Toys, Dreyer tries to carry on Houdini’s sense of surprise and making "the impossible possible" to inspire the next generation of magicians. GOT A TIP? One of Houdini’s mottos was: "My brain is the key that sets me free," Dreyer said. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "His escapes remind us that ingenuity, determination and courage can help us overcome life’s challenges." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL And his escapes still captivate even those who’ve studied him for decades, Cox said. "We're still trying to figure out how Houdini did what he did." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5cc8a272c212045af27a8 California police investigate deadly shooting at Spirit Halloween store te 2026-10-31T11:10:02.466Z California police investigate deadly shooting at Spirit Halloween store One person was killed and at least six others were injured in a shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, on Friday evening, the eve of Halloween. The Fairfield Police Department said officers responded to reports of a shooting around 8:30 p.m. local time at the Spirit Halloween store inside the Solano Town Center shopping mall. Police confirmed that seven people suffered gunshot wounds, including one who later died from their injuries. The six surviving victims were taken to local hospitals, with at least three in critical condition, according to police. MULTIPLE PEOPLE WOUNDED IN SHOOTING AT SOUTH CAROLINA'S LARGEST MALL; AUTHORITIES DETAIN SUSPECTS Authorities did not immediately release the identities of the victims. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of this heartbreaking incident," police said in a statement. Police did not immediately provide information about a suspect or suspects, but said detectives were working with witnesses to identify those responsible. TALLAHASSEE POLICE ARREST 15-YEAR-OLD SUSPECT AFTER SHOOTING NEAR FLORIDA A&M FOOTBALL STADIUM No arrests had been announced in connection with the shooting. The incident remains under investigation, police said. Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Fairfield Police Department at 707-428-7600 or email 1030mall@fairfield.ca.gov. Suisun City Mayor Alma Hernandez, whose city neighbors Fairfield, also responded to the shooting, expressing concern for the victims and their families. "Please join us in praying for the victims and their families, and for the officers working to bring the suspect into custody," Hernandez said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5c32a272c212045af257f Elon Musk's Starlink could be your next cellphone carrier te 2026-10-31T10:30:02.630Z Elon Musk's Starlink could be your next cellphone carrier Ever look at your cellphone bill and wonder why you're paying so much when you still can't get a decent signal? Maybe calls drop inside your house or your phone loses service during a road trip. It's frustrating, especially when the big wireless companies keep promising better coverage. Now, Elon Musk wants to give you another option. His company, SpaceX, is reportedly pursuing access to at least 80,000 cell sites across the United States. The goal is to turn Starlink into a major wireless carrier that could compete directly with Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. If Musk pulls this off, the way you choose your cellphone service could change. 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During an Oct. 21 earnings call, Crown Castle CEO Chris Hillabrant was asked about potential leasing discussions with SpaceX and other satellite providers. His response was revealing. "You can assume that we're talking to all parties," he said, although he declined to discuss specific customers. That's a significant development. Cell towers provide the infrastructure that keeps our phones connected across the country. Wireless companies typically lease space on these towers rather than build every structure themselves. That approach helps them expand coverage without taking on the full cost of owning the infrastructure. For perspective, the Wireless Infrastructure Association counted about 158,500 purpose-built cell towers nationwide in 2025. SpaceX's reported target of 80,000 cell sites would represent a substantial expansion, although cell sites and physical towers are not the same thing. A single tower can support equipment from multiple wireless networks, so the two figures are not directly comparable. Still, the reported discussions remain preliminary. SpaceX has not publicly confirmed agreements covering those 80,000 sites. Here's something you might be wondering. If Starlink already has satellites orbiting Earth, why does SpaceX need thousands of cell towers? The answer comes down to how wireless coverage works. Satellites can provide connectivity in remote areas where traditional cell towers are scarce. However, signals from space can struggle to reach phones inside buildings or in places with an obstructed view of the sky. That's where ground-based cellular networks come in. Traditional towers can provide stronger, more consistent service in areas where satellite connections face limitations. By combining both technologies, SpaceX hopes to create a network that keeps people connected across more locations. There's another interesting piece to the strategy. SpaceX has also discussed adding small cellular base stations to equipment installed at Starlink customers' homes and businesses. Those stations could help provide mobile coverage without requiring the company to rely entirely on traditional cell towers. However, there's a catch. Starlink customers install their equipment where they need home internet. Those locations may not line up with where a nationwide cellphone network needs additional coverage. That's why access to established cellular infrastructure could prove so valuable. FCC CHAIRMAN CARR SAYS SPECTRUM AUCTION WILL MAKE WIRELESS FASTER, CHEAPER WHILE RAISING BILLIONS FOR TREASURY SpaceX has already made several investments that support its wireless ambitions. On October 8, investment firm Grain Management announced an agreement to sell its nationwide portfolio of 800 MHz wireless spectrum to SpaceX. The deal remains subject to Federal Communications Commission approval. If you're unfamiliar with spectrum, think of it as the radio frequencies that carry wireless signals between your phone and a network. Different frequencies have different strengths. Lower-frequency signals generally travel farther and penetrate buildings more effectively than higher-frequency signals. That could help Starlink Mobile deliver coverage in places where satellite connections alone might struggle. SpaceX also received FCC authorization in October to deploy a new constellation of up to 15,000 direct-to-device satellites. These satellites are designed to communicate with compatible phones and support a broader range of mobile services. However, that authorization doesn't mean all the satellites are already operating. Together, those developments help explain why Musk is getting serious about the wireless business. SpaceX is assembling the pieces needed to connect phones through satellites and ground-based networks. During SpaceX's October earnings call, Musk said the company would expand its terrestrial networks to provide broader connectivity wherever SpaceX and Starlink are permitted to operate. He also said satellite launches and spectrum acquisitions would help Starlink Mobile become a major U.S. wireless carrier. The possibility has already caught Wall Street's attention. Following reports of SpaceX's cell tower negotiations, shares of major wireless companies fell on October 23. Meanwhile, cellular infrastructure companies saw their shares rise as investors anticipated potential business from SpaceX. But entering the wireless market won't come cheap. Analysts at TD Cowen reportedly estimated that building a nationwide terrestrial network could cost more than $80 billion. The process could take years, even for a company with SpaceX's financial resources. And SpaceX would face established competitors with decades of experience. Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile already operate extensive networks. They also have millions of customers and established retail operations. Interestingly, SpaceX already works with T-Mobile through its T-Satellite with Starlink service. That partnership allows compatible phones to connect to satellites in certain areas without traditional cellular coverage. So, Musk's company currently helps support a wireless provider it could eventually compete against. That's an unusual position, but it also gives SpaceX experience delivering satellite connectivity to everyday phones. If Starlink Mobile becomes a standalone carrier, customers could eventually have another nationwide option beyond today's three dominant providers. If you're already wondering when you can switch, there's an important detail to keep in mind. SpaceX has not announced a confirmed launch date for a fully independent nationwide cellphone service. The company expects to begin deploying its next-generation Starlink Mobile satellites in 2027. However, building a terrestrial cellular network presents a separate challenge. SpaceX still needs access to suitable tower locations and the equipment required to operate them. The company also faces additional regulatory requirements. Its nationwide spectrum agreement with Grain Management, for example, still needs FCC approval. Meanwhile, expanding coverage across the country will take considerable time. Even with thousands of satellites overhead, SpaceX would need a carefully planned ground network to deliver a reliable alternative to existing carriers. For now, Starlink's existing satellite partnerships should not be confused with the proposed nationwide cellphone service. If you've been frustrated with your cellphone bill or unreliable coverage, another major wireless provider could eventually give you more options. More competition could mean better wireless deals. Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile may face pressure to improve their plans if SpaceX introduces an appealing alternative. However, Starlink Mobile has not announced pricing for a standalone nationwide service. There's no guarantee it will cost less than what you're paying today. Coverage could be the bigger selling point. By combining satellites with traditional cell towers, SpaceX could potentially reach places where existing wireless networks struggle. That could be especially appealing if you live in a rural community or frequently travel through areas with weak signals. However, actual performance will depend on where SpaceX installs its equipment and how well its satellite connections work. The real test will come when SpaceX reveals its pricing and coverage plans. Can Starlink offer better service in places where other carriers struggle? And will it give people a compelling reason to switch? Those answers will determine whether Musk's wireless ambitions actually benefit cellphone customers. GOV JEFF LANDRY: SPACEX BETS ON LOUISIANA AS AMERICA’S NEXT FRONTIER TAKES OFF IN THE SOUTH I've been covering wireless technology long enough to know that big promises don't always translate into better cellphone service. We've heard plenty about expanding coverage and improving connectivity. Yet there are still places where you can barely make a call. That's why I find SpaceX's plans interesting. Combining satellites with traditional cellular infrastructure could eventually give people more options, particularly in areas where the big carriers have struggled. At the same time, I'm curious about the bigger picture. Musk already has an enormous satellite network, and now he reportedly wants to build a major wireless business on the ground. That could introduce some welcome competition. However, I'd like to know what the pricing will look like and whether Starlink can provide reliable coverage where people actually use their phones. If it can deliver on those promises, the established carriers may have a serious reason to worry. And frankly, a little more competition in the cellphone business wouldn't hurt. If Elon Musk offered you cellphone service through Starlink, would you trust his company enough to leave Verizon, AT&T or T-Mobile? Or would you rather stick with the wireless provider you already know? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5c0d1272c212045af24c8 Después de la juramentación: ¿Qué pasa cuando los nuevos ciudadanos de Arizona intentan votar? te 2026-10-31T10:20:01.918Z Después de la juramentación: ¿Qué pasa cuando los nuevos ciudadanos de Arizona intentan votar? Este proyecto fue publicado en colaboración con Somos Tucson y contó con el apoyo del Pulitzer Center. Read in English Gabriela Torres Luna observa el montón de anuncios políticos y propaganda electoral que recibió por correo unas dos semanas antes de las elecciones intermedias. Entre los folletos de campaña, con nombres y rostros que no reconoce, hay un sobre grueso de color verde claro con su propio nombre impreso. Toma el sobre del Condado de Pima, desliza su dedo por debajo del doblez y saca algo que nunca antes había visto: una boleta electoral de Estados Unidos. Gabriela está sentada frente a la mesa del comedor de su casa, en el lado sur de Tucson, donde vive con su mamá, sus dos hijos y su hermano. Su abuela, de 91 años, está de visita desde Sonora, México, y borda en la sala. Esta no es la primera boleta que recibe Gabriela, de 43 años. Un año antes, poco después de convertirse en ciudadana estadounidense por naturalización y registrarse para votar, Gabriela cuenta que recibió una boleta para unas elecciones locales. Ni siquiera abrió el sobre. Tiempo después, una compañera de trabajo del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Tucson (TUSD, por sus siglas en inglés) le preguntó si había votado. “Me regañó. ‘Tienes que votar’, me dijo. Pero yo no sé votar. No sé cómo se hace”, cuenta Gabriela en español. “Me llegó un sobrecito verde por correo y no sabía qué hacer con él”. Es común que los inmigrantes que recientemente se hicieron ciudadanos tengan dificultades para votar. Factores como las limitaciones del idioma hacen que el proceso se convierta en una responsabilidad cívica aún más intimidante, dijo Lisa García Bedolla, profesora de Educación de la Universidad de California, en Berkeley. “La primera vez que votas en un sistema nuevo es bastante complicado”, dijo García Bedolla. “O puede parecer complicado, en el sentido de no saber cómo es el proceso”. Gabriela llegó a Arizona desde Cananea, Sonora, ubicada a solo unos 61 kilómetros (38 millas) al suroeste de Naco, una pequeña ciudad fronteriza cuyo puerto de entrada es utilizado frecuentemente por personas que viajan a Tucson. Tenía 28 años y estaba comprometida con un ciudadano estadounidense. Estuvieron casados durante seis años y tuvieron dos hijos antes de divorciarse en 2018. Ella había sido residente legal permanente desde 2013 y tenía una de las llamadas tarjetas verdes (green card). El segundo mandato del presidente Donald Trump la motivó a finalmente buscar la ciudadanía. El año pasado, su hijo, que entonces tenía 10 años, le preguntó: “Mamá, ¿tienes papeles? ¿No te va a deportar Trump?”. Gabriela le respondió que no se preocupara, que ella tenía la residencia permanente. La realidad era que estaba a punto de vencer. “O la renovaba o aplicaba por la ciudadanía. Así con mi inglés básico. Ni modo”, recuerda haber pensado, “nos aventamos”. Era julio de 2025. “A como estaba (la situación) con el señor presidente … dije ‘no, o sea, antes de que suceda algo, por mis hijos o por lo que sea’, dije, ‘prefiero hacer la ciudadanía’”, recuerda Gabriela. Lo hizo discretamente. No tenía dinero para pagarle a alguien que llenara sus papeles, así que ella misma preparó la solicitud. El día que pasó el examen, llamó a su mamá, quien estaba con sus hijos, y entre lágrimas le dio la noticia. “Mamá, ya no te van a deportar”, le dijo su hijo. El día de su ceremonia de naturalización, Gabriela, sus hijos y su mamá fueron a un restaurante de Tucson para celebrar. Después, dejó a su familia en casa, manejó hasta una oficina de la División de Vehículos Motorizados (MVD, por sus siglas en inglés) para actualizar su licencia de conducir y, de paso, quitarse el apellido de su exesposo. También se registró para votar. Gabriela cuenta que solo votó una vez cuando vivía en México. No confiaba en el sistema electoral. “Porque dices, ‘¿para qué voy a votar? Si de todas maneras van a ganar fulanito de tal’”, dice. En Estados Unidos no siente la misma desconfianza hacia el voto. Considera que aquí “es mucho más justo”. Al igual que Gabriela, aproximadamente un millón de adultos hispanos se convirtieron en ciudadanos estadounidenses por naturalización entre 2022 y 2026 y ahora tienen la oportunidad de ejercer su derecho al voto, según un informe reciente del Pew Research Center. La naturalización es el proceso mediante el cual los residentes permanentes legales que cumplen con los requisitos de tiempo de residencia y otras condiciones se convierten en ciudadanos estadounidenses y prestan Juramento de Lealtad (Oath of Allegiance, en inglés) a Estados Unidos. Antes de las elecciones presidenciales de 2024, campañas de todo el espectro político compitieron por el voto latino de Arizona, que representaba aproximadamente una cuarta parte de los votantes elegibles del estado, considerado clave por su carácter competitivo. Los votantes latinos eran más jóvenes que el electorado en general. También figuraban entre quienes tenían las tasas más altas de participación en la fuerza laboral. Casi la mitad, el 50%, era bilingüe, según un informe de 2024 del Instituto de Política y Políticas Latina de UCLA. Sin embargo, se puso menos atención a los casi uno de cada cinco votantes latinos elegibles para votar en Arizona que eran ciudadanos naturalizados. Esa proporción era superada únicamente por la de los votantes asiáticos y de las islas del Pacífico, según el informe. “Los ciudadanos recién naturalizados podrían necesitar más apoyo para comprender y participar en el proceso electoral de Estados Unidos”, señala el informe. Los estudios muestran que el camino hacia la ciudadanía puede resultar económicamente inaccesible, consumir mucho tiempo y ser confuso para muchos inmigrantes. Superar esas barreras y convertirse en ciudadano naturalizado es apenas el primer paso para llegar a las urnas.  Expertos en política y elecciones señalan que entre los obstáculos para votar se enumeran: entender cómo registrarse, comprender las propuestas electorales y las contiendas en juego, así como disponer del tiempo necesario para llenar y enviar una boleta por correo o acudir a las urnas. A las preocupaciones de los nuevos ciudadanos registrados para votar, como Gabriela, se suma una ola de acusaciones infundadas durante la administración Trump sobre un supuesto fraude generalizado relacionado con el voto de personas que no son ciudadanas estadounidenses. Las advertencias también han llegado del Departamento de Justicia de Estados Unidos, que anunció que desplegará observadores en todo el país durante las elecciones intermedias. La agencia federal envió observadores a los condados de Pima, Maricopa y Apache durante las elecciones primarias de julio, como lo ha hecho en comicios anteriores. La retórica política desde el más alto cargo del país ha agravado esa preocupación. “Encontraron miles de votos en Nueva Jersey donde se permitió votar a extranjeros indocumentados. Miles y miles de votos”, dijo Trump durante un discurso en Georgia en julio. PolitiFact determinó que no existen datos federales ni estatales que respalden esa afirmación de Trump. Se estima que 25 millones de ciudadanos naturalizados son elegibles para votar en las elecciones intermedias, unos comicios clave que podrían modificar el equilibrio de poder en el Congreso de Estados Unidos, donde actualmente los republicanos controlan tanto la Cámara de Representantes como el Senado. Alrededor del 33.2% de los ciudadanos naturalizados con derecho al voto eran hispanos en 2024. Hoy enfrentan niveles históricos de xenofobia y deportaciones masivas que han afectado principalmente a los latinos. A pesar del temor, muchos siguen motivados para votar en Estados Unidos, algunos por primera vez y por razones profundamente personales. “¿Para qué?” Rocio Gallegos, una madre de 55 años que ha vivido en Estados Unidos durante más de tres décadas, simplemente no sentía la necesidad de obtener una nueva nacionalidad. Eso fue hasta que comenzó a preocuparse por su situación migratoria como residente permanente. La sensación de seguridad que por años había experimentado al vivir en Estados Unidos con una tarjeta verde comenzó a desvanecerse mientras percibía declaraciones cada vez más agresivas de Trump contra los inmigrantes cuando anunció su segunda candidatura presidencial. ‘“No’, dije, ‘yo necesito hacerme ciudadana, porque sí me va a mandar (Trump) para México’”, narró Rocio. “Y, literalmente, yo no me puedo ir a México, porque tengo a Valeria que depende de mí … depende de todos los cuidados médicos al máximo que hay aquí”.  Sentada dentro de la casa, a unos pasos de la puerta principal, en el suroeste de Tucson, Valeria Gallegos tiene la mirada fija en un rompecabezas. Lleva puesto un vestido amarillo, su cabello negro, lacio y a la altura de los hombros luce recién peinado, y su copete enmarca sus ojos verdes. Es mediados de octubre. El intenso calor del verano finalmente comienza a ceder en el sur de Arizona y la mamá de Valeria, Rocío, está decorando la casa para el otoño. Desde una bocina se escucha una canción de Camilo Sesto, el cantante español que alcanzó la fama en México y América Latina durante las décadas de 1970 y 1980. Valeria tiene 32 años y nació con espina bífida, una condición que ocurre cuando la columna vertebral y la médula espinal no se forman por completo durante las primeras semanas del embarazo. Valeria fue la principal razón por la que su mamá, Rocío, decidió convertirse en ciudadana estadounidense hace dos años. Rocío salió de México a los 18 años, la edad mínima para votar en ese país. Al igual que Gabriela, tampoco confiaba en el sistema electoral de México. El próximo 3 de noviembre, Rocío planea votar por primera vez en su vida. Sin embargo, todavía no sabe exactamente cómo votar en Arizona. El proceso de naturalización la preparó para comprender la historia y los valores que defiende Estados Unidos, explica, pero no para hacer escuchar su voz a través del voto. Originaria del estado mexicano de Chihuahua, que colinda con Texas y Nuevo México, Rocío conoció a su esposo, Joel Gallegos, hace más de tres décadas, en Nebraska. Joel es de ascendencia mexicana, nacido en Estados Unidos. Aquí tuvieron a Valeria y después a su hijo Aminadab. “Yo duré 28 años con la residencia (permanente)”, dice Rocío. “Yo estaba renuente. Yo no me quería hacer ciudadana. Decía, ‘no, ¿para qué? No lo necesito’”. Renovó la residencia dos veces y en cada ocasión recibió una extensión de 10 años. “Ya iba por la tercera”, dice. Los datos muestran que la larga permanencia de Rocío como residente permanente, aunque superior al promedio, no es un caso aislado. México ocupa el primer lugar entre los países de origen de los nuevos ciudadanos estadounidenses, seguido de India, Filipinas, República Dominicana y Vietnam. Al mismo tiempo, los mexicanos encabezan la lista de solicitantes que pasaron más tiempo como residentes permanentes legales antes de naturalizarse, con un promedio de 10.9 años, según las estadísticas federales de inmigración de 2022. Un estudio del Pew Research Center de 2017 encontró que los inmigrantes mexicanos con residencia legal permanente estaban entre los menos propensos a convertirse en ciudadanos estadounidenses. Se estima que para 2015, el 67% de los inmigrantes legales que podían solicitar la ciudadanía estadounidense ya se había naturalizado, en comparación con apenas el 42% de los inmigrantes mexicanos elegibles. Además, un análisis de 2026 del Migration Policy Institute muestra que el 34% de los inmigrantes mexicanos eran ciudadanos naturalizados en 2024, en comparación con el 51% del total de inmigrantes en Estados Unidos. Casi todos los inmigrantes mexicanos con residencia permanente que participaron en el estudio de Pew dijeron que eventualmente querían convertirse en ciudadanos. Sin embargo, al igual que Gabriela, muchos mencionaron su dominio limitado del inglés como una preocupación. Otros señalaron el costo de la solicitud y la falta de tiempo como obstáculos. Magdalena Barragan inside Deliias de Michoacan ice cream shop in Tucson, Arizona. Barragan co-owns the shop with her husband. She recently beame a U.S. citizen. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez “Tienes que hacerte ciudadana” En el este de Tucson, otra mujer mexicana, madre y emprendedora, ha pasado años buscando un equilibrio entre sus derechos y sus obligaciones como residente de este país. En el interior de Delicias de Michoacán, una tira de luces LED moradas conduce hacia paredes color lila. Tres pantallas iluminadas muestran el menú de antojitos mexicanos, entre ellos elotes y raspados. Es mitad de la jornada laboral y Magda Barragán está sentada en una de las mesas del centro. Lleva el cabello recogido; su delineador negro, bien definido, y sus cejas arqueadas le dan una apariencia meticulosa. En el televisor se ven las noticias en español. Magda viste una camiseta con el nombre del negocio de Tucson que comparte con su esposo. Recuerda qué la llevó a convertirse en ciudadana estadounidense. Uno de los momentos decisivos ocurrió durante un encuentro con una agente fronteriza en Nogales. Magda, que entonces era residente permanente, intentaba entrar a Estados Unidos desde México con unos carritos de servicio para su negocio de comida, pero una agente no le permitió cruzar con ellos. “”Realmente la oficial se portó muy mal conmigo. Me dijo, ‘porque no quiero’. Y regrésate para México”, cuenta Magda. Al día siguiente, su esposo, ciudadano estadounidense, fue por los carritos y pudo cruzarlos sin ningún problema. “Desde ahí mi esposo me dijo: ‘Es que tienes que hacerte ciudadana’, porque nunca va a ser lo mismo si eres residente (a) si eres ciudadana”, dice. Pero el camino de Magda hacia la ciudadanía y, eventualmente, hacia el voto había comenzado décadas atrás. Originaria de Guadalajara, Jalisco, se mudó por primera vez a Estados Unidos en 2001 junto con su esposo, quien nació en este país. La familia vivió entre California, Texas y México antes de regresar a Estados Unidos a finales de 2013. Después de varios intentos por establecerse, incluida una breve estancia en Wisconsin, finalmente se instalaron en Tucson, donde vivía el padre de su esposo. “Tomamos la decisión de quedarnos aquí porque mis hijos ya también estaban en la escuela, estaban creciendo,” dijo Magda. “Yo siempre le decía a él que tratáramos de darles la oportunidad a nuestros hijos de que aprendieran inglés y que tal vez en un tiempo más adelante nos podíamos regresar”. Magda tiene ahora 42 años. Obtuvo la residencia permanente en 2015. Cuatro años después, ella y su esposo abrieron Delicias de Michoacán, aprovechando la experiencia de su familia en el manejo de neverías en México. Cuando llegó la pandemia de COVID-19, su negocio apenas tenía seis meses de haber abierto. Cuenta que tuvieron dificultades para ser aprobados para los apoyos gubernamentales: primero porque el negocio era muy nuevo y después, según le dijeron, porque ella no era ciudadana estadounidense. Le parecía injusto que pudiera operar un negocio registrado y pagar cuotas estatales y federales, pero aun así enfrentara restricciones para acceder a los apoyos disponibles. “Todos pagamos impuestos, ¿verdad? O sea, parejo. No te van a preguntar si tú tienes un estatus legal y tienes un negocio, tienes que pagar impuestos”, dice. Esas experiencias se quedaron con ella. Otro impulso llegó durante un seminario de desarrollo personal, cuando un expositor animó a los residentes permanentes de larga trayectoria a buscar la naturalización en lugar de seguir renovando sus tarjetas verdes. Había llegado el momento. Magda se inscribió en clases de ciudadanía y las complementó con videos de YouTube. Estudió historia y gobierno de Estados Unidos, así como las preguntas que tendría que responder en el examen de educación cívica. Solicitó la ciudadanía en abril de 2023, cinco años después de haber reunido los requisitos para hacerlo, y completó el proceso de naturalización ese otoño. Recuerda que su entrevista fue sorprendentemente breve. El oficial de inmigración le hizo seis preguntas de educación cívica, pero dedicó buena parte de la conversación a preguntarle sobre su negocio de helados, por ejemplo, si los productos eran caseros y si utilizaba fruta local. Este noviembre, Magda planea votar en persona. Su preferencia responde, en parte, a sus preocupaciones sobre la integridad electoral influenciadas por sus experiencias en México, aunque subrayó que no está diciendo que los mismos problemas ocurran en Estados Unidos. Rocio Gallegos just became a U.S. citizen and is going to vote in the upcoming elections. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Viejas dudas, nuevos temores La desconfianza de Rocio hacia las elecciones ahora se extiende a los dos países en los que ha vivido: México y Estados Unidos. “¿De qué sirve que yo vote, si de todos modos el gane se lo van a dar a quien ellos quieren o van a trabajar entre el mismo gobierno”, cuestiona. Su percepción coincide con las observaciones de Linda López-Stone, directora sénior de MomsRising, una organización nacional que trabaja en temas que afectan a las familias, los niños y las madres, incluidos la inmigración, el cuidado de la salud y el cuidado infantil. López-Stone ha viajado a Tucson para promover la participación electoral entre las mujeres latinas. López-Stone dijo que uno de los factores que ha identificado y que afectan la participación electoral de las ciudadanas latinas recién naturalizadas en Estados Unidos es la desconfianza hacia los sistemas electorales de sus países de origen. “Vienen con muchas ideas de sus países sobre cómo funciona el voto, pensando que el voto no es seguro”, dijo. Agregó que las personas que votan por primera vez consideran que el proceso es sumamente complicado, algo que Rocío y Gabriela también destacaron. López-Stone identificó un tercer factor que podría afectar la participación electoral de las ciudadanas latinas recién naturalizadas: el miedo. “Existe el miedo de ir a votar por el tema de ICE. (Las personas) piensan que pueden tener la presencia de ICE debido a perfilamiento racial, y ya sabemos que más de 500 ciudadanos han sido detenidos”, dice, en referencia a los datos del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas.  Magdalena Barragan inside Deliias de Michoacan ice cream shop in Tucson, Arizona. Barragan co-owns the shop with her husband. She recently beame a U.S. citizen. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Encontrar su voz en las urnas Tres años después de obtener la ciudadanía estadounidense, Magda se prepara para votar en sus primeras elecciones intermedias. Votó por primera vez en las elecciones presidenciales de 2024, una experiencia que enfrentó con la misma determinación de aprender que la había ayudado a convertirse en ciudadana. “No fui a votar nada más por votar”, dice. Para Magda, convertirse en ciudadana estadounidense significa mucho más que obtener el derecho al voto. También significa tener mayor voz en las decisiones que afectan a su familia, su negocio y su comunidad, incluidas las personas que no pueden votar. La ciudadanía ya ha cambiado la manera en que su familia participa en las elecciones. Lo que comenzó como una decisión para protegerse a sí misma y a su negocio se ha convertido en una oportunidad para participar en la vida cívica y animar a su familia a hacer lo mismo. Su experiencia refleja una tendencia más amplia entre los votantes latinos naturalizados, un segmento cada vez mayor del electorado estadounidense cuya participación política está marcada por sus experiencias migratorias, las presiones económicas, el cuidado de sus familias y el sentido de responsabilidad hacia sus comunidades. Se proyecta que el número de latinos con derecho a votar en todo el país llegue a casi 40 millones en 2026, un aumento de 5.2 millones, o 16%, desde 2022, dijo Mark Hugo Lopez, director de investigación sobre raza y etnicidad del Pew Research Center. Aunque la mayor parte de ese crecimiento proviene de jóvenes latinos nacidos en Estados Unidos que alcanzan la edad para votar, los inmigrantes recién naturalizados, como Rocío, Gabriela y Magda, representan alrededor del 20% del creciente electorado hispano. Y una vez que se convierten en ciudadanos, dijo Lopez, históricamente los inmigrantes latinos han votado en mayores proporciones que sus contrapartes nacidas en Estados Unidos. Una de las razones para naturalizarse es obtener beneficios como el Seguro Social. “Y parte de eso es votar”, dijo Lopez. Defensores de los derechos políticos, funcionarios electos y líderes comunitarios entienden que, mientras más personas se naturalicen, más personas podrán votar e influir en los resultados, especialmente en estados competitivos como Arizona, con una numerosa población latina. “Esta es otra fuente de posibles votantes para los grupos latinos que buscan activar y movilizar a los latinos”, dijo Lopez. Sin embargo, Lopez señaló que los datos federales muestran una marcada disminución en el número de inmigrantes que se convierten en ciudadanos estadounidenses por naturalización desde el inicio de la administración Trump. Un informe de la Escuela de Asuntos Públicos Luskin de UCLA encontró que los tiempos de procesamiento de las solicitudes de naturalización han aumentado considerablemente, mientras que las aprobaciones mensuales han disminuido 83%, de un máximo de 88,000 en abril de 2025 a menos de 16,000 en agosto de 2026. Los investigadores relacionaron la disminución con cambios en el proceso de naturalización. “Los datos que ha reportado el gobierno federal sugieren que hay menos naturalizaciones porque están haciendo más verificaciones de antecedentes”, dijo Lopez. “Así que creo que tenemos una pequeña disminución debido al nuevo proceso”. La National Partnership for New Americans fue más allá y, en un comunicado de prensa de octubre, alegó que las demoras son deliberadas y forman parte de “un aparente esfuerzo por negar sus derechos civiles y electorales a personas que de otro modo serían elegibles”. Magda dice que lo que la motiva a votar es su interés en las políticas que afectan a los adultos mayores, la atención médica, las escuelas y los inmigrantes. En las semanas previas a las elecciones de noviembre, revisó las propuestas electorales de Arizona. Primero leyó sus textos y después buscó información adicional en YouTube y en otras páginas de internet. Durante años, Magda vivió en Estados Unidos, crió a sus hijos, pagó impuestos y construyó un negocio sin poder emitir un voto. Ahora, como ciudadana naturalizada, puede influir en las políticas locales, estatales y federales. Y quiere que otras personas reconozcan el valor de esa oportunidad antes de que sufran las consecuencias de una decisión en la que no participaron. Su perspectiva está marcada, en parte, por las conversaciones que mantiene con los clientes de Delicias de Michoacán en Tucson. Muchos se han convertido en rostros conocidos durante los siete años que lleva el negocio. Otros propietarios de pequeños negocios, dice, le han contado que ha sido un año económicamente difícil. “Nos afecta a todos. No es nada más a unos cuantos. Es como el efecto dominó, pues va cayendo algo, vamos cayendo todos”, dice. Magda anima a sus tres hijos a tomarse el voto en serio. Considera que la participación cívica requiere más que registrarse o presentarse en las urnas. Los votantes deben entender, dice, cómo sus decisiones pueden beneficiar o perjudicar a sus vecinos. “Deberíamos implementar más de la cultura en la votación en nuestros hijos, porque cuando ya sean mayores de edad, ellos son el futuro”, dice Magda. “Si no les enseñamos es como un caminito, es como una rueda. Si le das vuelta, va a dar vuelta y si no, pues ahí se va a quedar y ellos tampoco les van a enseñar a sus hijos”. También ha notado que sus clientes hablan más de política y que más personas preguntan cómo registrarse para votar. Los materiales electorales que llegan en español, dice, facilitan que los votantes conozcan a los candidatos y las propuestas. Magda cree que demasiadas personas comienzan a prestar atención a la política solamente cuando una decisión del gobierno las afecta directamente. Quiere que eso cambie, particularmente entre los votantes latinos, a quienes anima a informarse más y participar. “Porque mucha gente no lo hacen ni aunque sean ya estadounidenses, no se informan, de cómo de verdad podemos decidir pues por las leyes que hay”, dice. “Más sobre todo con todas estas cosas pues que han estado pasando, que probablemente a mí no me afecten en nada lo personal, pero le afectan a la comunidad. Entonces, todo eso de alguna manera nos afecta a todos en general”. Alejandra Soto and her son Diego, who cast a ballot for the first time today minutes before polls closed on July 30, 2024. Credit: John Washington “Un esfuerzo colectivo” Magda dice que su esposo, quien nació en Estados Unidos, nunca ha mostrado mucho interés en votar. Después de convertirse en ciudadana, ella comenzó a animar a su familia a participar en las elecciones y adoptó la costumbre de revisar juntos las boletas y las propuestas electorales. García Bedolla, profesora de Berkeley, dijo que ha observado comportamientos similares entre las votantes latinas naturalizadas, quienes suelen abordar el voto como una responsabilidad compartida y reunirse con familiares o amistades para conversar sobre las propuestas y los candidatos antes de emitir sus votos. “Particularmente las mujeres han convertido el voto en un esfuerzo colectivo”, dijo García Bedolla. Actualmente, las mujeres representan la mayoría de las personas que se convierten en ciudadanas estadounidenses. En 2024, representaron alrededor del 55% de las naturalizaciones en todo el país, de acuerdo con datos federales de inmigración. Ese cambio también se observa entre los distintos grupos étnicos. “La mayoría de los latinos que se están naturalizando en este momento son mujeres, y eso realmente representa un cambio”, dijo García Bedolla. Históricamente, las familias daban prioridad a las solicitudes migratorias de los hombres, pero esa tendencia ha cambiado a medida que más mujeres emigran de manera independiente, explicó. Lisa Magaña es profesora de la Universidad Estatal de Arizona y estudia la política latina y la inmigración. Describe este proceso como socialización política, en el que las relaciones familiares y los hábitos dentro del hogar influyen en la decisión de participar o no en las elecciones. Para los ciudadanos recién naturalizados, esa influencia puede extenderse a familiares que han tenido la ciudadanía toda su vida, pero que rara vez han ejercido su derecho al voto. Aunque los votantes latinos naturalizados son cada vez más importantes en las elecciones estadounidenses, los investigadores advierten que no deben considerarse un solo bloque político. “Los latinos no son un grupo homogéneo”, dijo Magaña, quien agregó que sus preferencias políticas varían según la región y el país de origen. En Texas, donde predominan los republicanos, hay muchos latinos republicanos, señaló. En Florida, los puertorriqueños tuvieron más probabilidades de votar por Harris, mientras que la mayoría de los cubanoamericanos apoyaron a Trump. En las elecciones presidenciales de 2024, Donald Trump logró avances significativos entre los votantes hispanos: recibió 48% de sus votos, en comparación con 36% en 2020, según un análisis del Pew Research Center. Kamala Harris recibió 51% del voto hispano, por debajo del 61% que obtuvo Joe Biden cuatro años antes. Sin embargo, esos cambios se debieron principalmente a diferencias en la participación electoral y no a que los votantes cambiaran de partido. Entre los votantes hispanos elegibles que participaron en 2024, pero no en 2020, el 60% apoyó a Trump, mientras que muchos de quienes habían apoyado a Biden en 2020 no acudieron a votar. Lopez dijo que esa distinción es importante para analizar las preferencias políticas de los latinos, que varían según el origen nacional, la generación, los ingresos, la educación y la historia migratoria. Los votantes latinos podrían desempeñar un papel importante en las elecciones intermedias de este año, especialmente quienes apoyan a los candidatos demócratas, ya que muestran mayores niveles de participación e interés en votar que en 2022. De acuerdo con el Pew Research Center, el 77% de los votantes latinos demócratas dice que “realmente importa” qué partido gane el control de la Cámara de Representantes, frente al 58% registrado en 2022. Además, el 53% dice estar extremadamente motivado para votar, en comparación con el 41% de hace cuatro años, y el 45% afirma haber pensado mucho en las próximas elecciones, casi el doble del 24% que dijo lo mismo en 2022. Para los ciudadanos naturalizados, el panorama político también está cambiando. Una encuesta de octubre de 2026 realizada por el Centro de Políticas de Inmigración de Estados Unidos de la Universidad de California en San Diego y la National Partnership for New Americans encontró que el 74% de los votantes hispanos naturalizados registrados encuestados se sentía menos seguro respecto a su ciudadanía que hace unos años. Además, el 85% dijo que las medidas de control migratorio de la administración Trump habían ido demasiado lejos. La encuesta incluyó a 1,000 ciudadanos naturalizados registrados para votar en todo el país, de los cuales casi la mitad eran hispanos. García Bedolla dijo que los temas migratorios pueden tener especial importancia para los votantes latinos porque plantean preguntas sobre el lugar que ocupan en la sociedad estadounidense, incluso cuando otros asuntos influyen más directamente en su vida cotidiana. “La inmigración me dice cómo piensas de mí”, dijo. “Lo que sientes respecto a la inmigración me dice si crees que pertenezco aquí”. Las preocupaciones económicas también ocuparon un lugar destacado. Entre todos los encuestados, el 78% calificó los precios de los alimentos como extremadamente o muy importantes para sus decisiones electorales, seguidos por la atención médica y los costos de vivienda, con 75% cada uno. Entre los participantes hispanos, el 56% dijo que la situación económica de su familia había empeorado durante el año anterior. A pesar de la atención que reciben los votantes naturalizados durante las temporadas electorales, la encuesta encontró que el 65% de los participantes no había recibido ningún contacto de un partido político, candidato u organización comunitaria para hablarles sobre el voto. Rocio Gallegos, left, talks with her family at the kitchen table about voting, politics and what exactly is on this year’s election ballot. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Trabajar, emprender y después votar Rocío y Gabriela quieren ejercer por primera vez su derecho al voto en Estados Unidos. Pero dicen que se sienten perdidas ante la cantidad de información que necesitan encontrar y procesar. Y buscar respuestas mientras atienden sus vidas ocupadas puede ser difícil. Rocío dice que, antes de convertirse en ciudadana estadounidense, no había prestado suficiente atención al sistema electoral porque sabía que no podía participar. “Hoy tengo ya dos años como ciudadana y veo las elecciones de una manera diferente”, dice. Aunque su principal motivación es poder seguir cuidando a su hija, Rocío no cree que sea ético preocuparse solamente por los asuntos que podrían afectarla personalmente. “¿Cuál es el caso de hacerte ciudadana si no vas a pelear por tener una mejor calidad de vida tanto para ti como para tu familia, como para los migrantes, como para las demás personas?”, reflexiona. García Bedolla dijo que esa motivación es común entre los inmigrantes naturalizados que ha estudiado. La ciudadanía puede ofrecer una sensación de seguridad, pero también la oportunidad de defender a familiares y vecinos que no pueden votar. “Las personas sienten cada vez más, debido a la manera en que las medidas de control migratorio están afectando a las familias y la vida de la gente, que si tienen la oportunidad de naturalizarse y votar, deberían hacerlo para poder hablar en nombre de quienes no pueden”, dijo García Bedolla. Rocío planea utilizar su voto como una forma de expresarse. Simplemente está tratando de informarse y entender la boleta electoral: averiguar cómo elegir entre nombres que no reconoce, cargos que no comprende y propuestas sobre las que todavía no sabe nada. Lo que más le preocupa a Rocío es “principalmente el costo de vida, la economía, porque cada día es más difícil para muchas familias salir adelante”, así como el acceso a los servicios de salud y el endurecimiento de las leyes migratorias. “Yo creo que la mayoría de las personas que estamos aquí no somos malos, venimos a trabajar, venimos a a luchar el día a día”, agrega. Reconoce que la inmigración es un tema complicado. No se opone a que existan reglas claras. “Se necesita realmente encontrar un equilibrio,” dice. “Pienso que las leyes deben respetarse también y que el país tiene derecho a tener una frontera segura, pero también creo que las personas deben ser tratadas con dignidad y humildad”. Su esposo, Joel, tiene un negocio de construcción. Su hijo Aminadab, de 24 años, a veces lo ayuda, aunque pasa la mayor parte del tiempo estudiando en la Universidad de Arizona y Pima Community College. Rocío recuerda que Aminadab y su padre solían conversar sobre cuál sería el mejor camino para el futuro del país. Eso fue hace dos años. A Aminadab le atraían los planes económicos de Trump. Le interesaba la política y las elecciones presidenciales eran un tema frecuente de conversación en casa. Pero llegaron las elecciones y Aminadab no se registró para votar. En los meses previos a las elecciones intermedias de este año, Aminadab dijo que quería seguir los pasos de su mamá y votar por primera vez. Sin embargo, no alcanzó a registrarse antes de la fecha límite del 5 de octubre. Gabriela Torres Luna inside her home in Tucson, Ariz. looks at her earling voting ballot. Torres is a teachers aid and just became a U.S. citizen. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Gabriela también ha estado muy ocupada. No solo aprobó su examen de ciudadanía el año pasado, sino que, después de trabajar casi 10 años en el servicio de limpieza de hoteles y como conserje en una escuela de Tucson, solicitó un puesto de asistente de maestra. El trabajo le daría la oportunidad de trabajar con niños con necesidades especiales en una escuela del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Tucson (TUSD, por sus siglas en inglés). Una vez más, al igual que cuando presentó el examen de ciudadanía estadounidense, le preocupaba que su “inglés básico” fuera un obstáculo. Consiguió el puesto después de la primera entrevista. Como madre soltera, Gabriela comienza su día alrededor de las 6 a.m. Deja a sus hijos en la secundaria y la preparatoria, se va a trabajar, espera a que terminen sus actividades extracurriculares y regresa a casa alrededor de las 6 p.m. Cuando tiene tiempo antes de la cena, se reserva una hora para ella y sale a caminar con una amiga hasta la cima de Tumamoc Hill. Incluso con su nuevo puesto en una escuela local, sus ingresos no son suficientes para cubrir sus gastos. Como muchos empleados escolares que eligen esta opción, a Gabriela le retienen una parte de cada cheque de pago para que pueda recibir su salario durante los 12 meses del año. “Los sueldos están por el piso y las cuentas por el cielo”, dice. Para aumentar sus ingresos, Gabriela está buscando nuevamente un trabajo nocturno en el sector de la limpieza, donde dice que nunca imaginó trabajar cuando vivía en México. En su país natal también trabajó en una escuela. El segundo empleo probablemente sería un turno nocturno, de 10 p.m. a 2 a.m., lo que le dejaría solo cuatro horas para dormir. Dice que ya ha trabajado en esas condiciones y agrega que muchos de sus colegas educadores en Tucson tienen trabajos adicionales o un segundo empleo. Con sus agendas saturadas, tanto Gabriela como Rocío dicen que agradecerían tener un mejor acceso a recursos que les proporcionen más información sobre cómo funciona el sistema electoral estadounidense. Ni Rocío ni Gabriela saben en qué distrito congresional viven, quién es su supervisor del Condado de Pima ni quién las representa en el Concejo Municipal de Tucson. Tampoco conocen las propuestas incluidas en la boleta electoral. Cuando Gabriela abre su boleta, encuentra algo inesperado: sus materiales electorales incluyen descripciones de las propuestas en español y una guía para votantes que también puede leer en su primer idioma. “Yo pensé que venía solamente en inglés”, dice. Cuando Rocío abre su boleta, descubre que en Estados Unidos existen más de dos partidos políticos, entre ellos el Libertario, el Verde y No Labels. Rocío cree que la preparación para la ciudadanía de las personas naturalizadas debería incluir menos historia y más capacitación sobre cómo votar. “Hay muchos hispanos que literalmente no entendemos nada deesto. Por ejemplo, en las boletas aparecen senadores, esto y aquello. No es como en México; es completamente diferente. Y para mí, personalmente, es difícil de entender porque es la primera vez que voy a votar. Pero no hay nadie que te explique o te oriente”, dice. “Entonces te quedas con una interrogante, sin saber qué se supone que debes hacer”. “Creo que voy a empezar a estudiar”, dice Gabriela, con esa amplia sonrisa que parece acompañarla siempre. Rocio Gallegos and her daughter, Valeria, puzzle together. Gallegos just became a U.S. citizen and plans to vote in person for the upcoming elections. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez “Mamá, no pasa nada” Además de cuidar a su hija, Rocío tuvo un negocio de limpieza durante varios años, pero lo puso en pausa a principios de este año. En enero, Valeria se sometió a una cirugía —la número 40 de su vida, según Rocío—, esta vez de la vesícula. Su recuperación tomó varios meses. Ahora, Rocío se prepara para emprender nuevamente. Está elaborando mermeladas artesanales bajo el nombre Delicias de la Vida, que planea vender en mercados comunitarios y tiendas. También está capacitada como técnica de extensiones de pestañas y está acondicionando una habitación de su casa para atender a sus clientas. Rocío dice que aprende de Valeria. “Ella me motiva”. Ella “me ha enseñado a vivir con el dolor, a afrontar las cosas tal como vienen, y me recuerda: “Mamá, no pasa nada”  Sentada a la mesa y presumiendo las bonitas uñas que Rocío le había arreglado, Valeria no pierde detalle de la conversación de su mamá sobre el voto y el futuro de ambas. “Ella entiende todo lo que estoy diciendo”, dice Rocío, con la mirada fija en su hija. Con paciencia, Valeria espera a su mamá para que juntas puedan terminar un nuevo rompecabezas, algo que hacen casi todos los días, a veces durante cuatro o cinco horas seguidas. Por la noche, Valeria cantará karaoke con su papá. Juntos rendirán homenaje a algunos de sus artistas favoritos: Yuridia y Vicente Fernández. “Eso es lo que más disfruta”, dice Rocío, mientras rápidamente vuelve a meter en el sobre verde claro la boleta electoral de su esposo, con el nombre de él escrito al frente. “Vamos a ver si él la entiende”, dice sobre su esposo, un ciudadano estadounidense que nació con el derecho al voto. The post Después de la juramentación: ¿Qué pasa cuando los nuevos ciudadanos de Arizona intentan votar? appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5be7b272c212045af247d Trump push to oust Omar faces historic Supreme Court test, but legal experts see ‘uncharted’ twist te 2026-10-31T10:10:03.248Z Trump push to oust Omar faces historic Supreme Court test, but legal experts see ‘uncharted’ twist President Donald Trump' s push to oust Rep. Ilhan Omar amid allegations of immigration fraud could trigger a constitutional fight, with legal experts telling Fox News Digital that a landmark Supreme Court case involving another entrenched Democrat may not stand in Republicans’ way. Federal investigators are examining whether the Minneapolis Democrat improperly obtained U.S. citizenship through allegedly fraudulent immigration paperwork involving her late father. Omar has denied wrongdoing, and no finding that she lacks U.S. citizenship has been established. Experts said Omar may not have the protections established in the landmark case involving House chairman Adam Clayton Powell Jr., D-N.Y., in which the Supreme Court blocked an effort to exclude him from Congress. Powell faced allegations of misusing congressional funds and improperly paying his wife from the congressional payroll. Despite his reelection, the House voted to exclude him in 1967, but the Supreme Court later ruled that Congress could not refuse to seat a duly elected member who satisfied the Constitution's qualifications. ILHAN OMAR SHOULD BE JAILED, DEPORTED IF CITIZENSHIP FRAUD PROVEN, TOP HOUSE REPUBLICAN SAYS The first potential route for Republicans would be to challenge whether Omar meets the Constitution's citizenship requirement. Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo and constitutional scholar Cully Stimson told Fox News Digital that the Powell ruling does not prevent Congress from enforcing constitutional qualifications. "Powell essentially means that Congress cannot add on to the minimum qualifications set out in the Constitution," Yoo said. "[S]ince citizenship is set out in the text of the Constitution as a qualification, it clearly can be enforced by Congress. Powell in-fact would support a congressional decision to oust Congresswoman Omar if she was in fact not a citizen." Stimson argued that citizenship itself is not a legal gray area. "The Powell v. McCormack decision did not involve expulsion. It actually was to judge qualifications. That's a subtle but important difference," he said. Stimson envisioned a January showdown if federal authorities presented evidence challenging Omar's citizenship before the new Congress convenes and House Republicans attempted to prevent her from being seated. Such a move would likely face a legal challenge from Omar, he said, raising questions about whether Congress could act before her citizenship status was resolved. The Constitution requires House members to be at least 25 years old, have been U.S. citizens for seven years and inhabit the states they represent when elected. Stimson argued that even if alleged immigration irregularities originated with Omar's father, Nur Omar Mohamed, the central question would be whether she legally acquired citizenship, regardless of whether she knowingly participated in wrongdoing. "It's like you're either pregnant or you're not," he said. "You’re either wet or dry — You're a citizen or you are not a citizen." In multiple public comments, Trump has urged Omar’s resignation or expulsion, specifically citing reports that she used a pseudonym when she was sworn into office and that she "married her brother." "Let’s get her the Hell out of there," he said Monday in Alcorn County, Mississippi. Fox News Digital reached out to Omar for comment. COULD TRUMP REVOKE ILHAN OMAR'S CITIZENSHIP FOR ALLEGED BROTHER MARRIAGE? EX FEDERAL PROSECUTOR BREAKS IT DOWN A second route would involve seating Omar and then pursuing expulsion for misconduct, a separate constitutional power requiring a two-thirds House vote. Unlike exclusion for failing to meet constitutional qualifications, expulsion is a disciplinary action that was not at issue in the Supreme Court's Powell ruling. At least one House Republican has already threatened to pursue that option. Rep. Randy Fine, R-Fla., said Friday that if Omar is found to not be a citizen, "I absolutely will demand expulsion immediately." Omar faces a separate investigation into her financial disclosures, which U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro previously confirmed to Fox News. The inquiry follows scrutiny of businesses tied to her current husband, Timothy Mynett, whose reported valuations reached as high as $30 million before Omar amended the filings, citing accounting errors. No financial wrongdoing has yet been established. Stimson pointed to the 2023 expulsion of former Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., as an example of the House exercising its disciplinary authority over misconduct that began before a member took office. Former House counsel Michael Stern wrote in an examination of the Constitution’s expulsion clause that while Santos’ alleged misconduct largely preceded his term, House investigators found that his misrepresentations continued while he was in office. "Thus, acts committed before a member’s first election may constitute disorderly behavior subject to congressional discipline, at least if the misconduct relates to the election and particularly if it involves deceiving the electorate," Stern wrote. Stimson said Omar’s case is largely "uncharted waters," but the Santos case could still be instructive. "I think the argument would be, well, her misrepresentations continued during the time in Congress, they would pull a Santos and use the same logic that they used," he said. Any federal determination challenging Omar's citizenship could trigger a legal battle over whether she meets the constitutional requirements for office and what recourse she would have to contest such a finding, Stimson said. "The hard part for her is ‘how do you prove a negative’," Stimson said, adding that placing blame on her father wouldn’t stand up in court because people cannot legally benefit from others’ criminal acts. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "It’s a harsh world, but it’s a binary situation." A challenge to Omar's citizenship could also produce a separate fight over the evidence and legal procedures required to establish whether she meets the Constitution's qualifications. Fox News Digital’s Pedro Rodriguez-Aparicio contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5be7a272c212045af2474 Cities fearing Halloween mayhem put teens on notice, announce curfews and crackdowns after violent takeovers te 2026-10-31T10:10:02.381Z Cities fearing Halloween mayhem put teens on notice, announce curfews and crackdowns after violent takeovers Cities across the country are putting teens on notice for Halloween weekend, rolling out curfews and crackdowns to head off the kind of chaos that unfolds during so-called teen takeovers. From the Jersey Shore to suburban Atlanta, officials are setting curfews for teenagers and adding police patrols, many of them in places still reeling from takeovers that drew hundreds of teens and ended in fights and arrests. In Oak Park, Illinois, the chief of police wrote that her agency is trying to prevent a similar Halloween teen takeover last year from happening again. INSIDE THE TEEN TAKEOVERS THREATENING TO EXPLODE THIS SUMMER AS CITIES REMAIN ON EDGE: 'VERY WORRIED' Last Halloween, an estimated 500 teens swarmed downtown Oak Park, where fights and gunshots erupted and police called in help from six neighboring agencies, according to a department memo. Oak Park Chief of Police Shatonya Johnson said the agency will be increasing the amount of officers on shift during Halloween, as well as several more measures aimed at preventing another teen takeover. CHICAGO MAYOR WARNS OF ‘TEEN TREND’ AFTER TAKEOVER CHAOS, VIOLENCE CONCERNS GROW Adults in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago are taking matters into their own hands and plan to show out en masse on the streets to prevent large gatherings by teenagers. The group, called CollaBOOration, was established after a series of large Halloween gatherings from 2016 to 2019 where teen takeovers turned violent, according to Block Club Chicago. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "What we’re really trying to do is establish a critical mass on the street, possibly before the Halloween festivities even start," the group's founder Bennie Currie said. "So when these large gatherings happen, like we’ve seen every year, we will already have taken over 53rd Street … we’ll be walking up and down in orange shirts and keeping in contact with one another." SEND US A TIP After 7 p.m. on Halloween, those under 16 in Covington, Georgia will be required to go home or have an adult with them if they're in the city's downtown area, which is outside Atlanta, according to CBS News. According to News 12, the Long Branch, New Jersey, police department plans to strictly enforce a Halloween curfew for those under 17 on Oct. 30 and 31, which runs from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST The curfew was set in response to hundreds of people gathering for a teen takeover in May, resulting in fights breaking out and six arrests. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL National Police Association Spokeswoman Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith said it's a "great idea" for these cities and police departments to be more proactive on Halloween, saying teen takeovers aren't slowing down. "On Halloween night, I can tell you from experience, our call volume goes up, you know, four or five, six times because people are calling because they're because of fireworks. They're calling because there's a fight in a schoolyard. They're calling because they can't find their kid. There's so many different things that people are calling the police for, and then you factor in this desire to have these large crowds of teenagers take over and, again, get it on social media," Smith said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b519272c212045af2228 After the oath: What happens when Arizona’s newest citizens try to vote  te 2026-10-31T09:30:01.923Z After the oath: What happens when Arizona’s newest citizens try to vote  This story was co-published in partnership with Somos Tucson and supported by the Pulitzer Center. Gabriela Torres Luna stares at the pile of political ads and propaganda that came in the mail about two weeks before the midterm election. Stuck between campaign flyers — with names and faces she doesn’t recognize — is a thick, light-green envelope with her own name on it. She picks up the Pima County mailer, tears off one end and pulls out something she’s never seen before: a U.S. ballot. Gabriela is sitting at her dining room table in the south side of Tucson home she shares with her mother, her two children and her brother. Her 91-year-old grandmother, visiting from Sonora, México, is embroidering in the living room. This is not the first ballot the 43-year-old mother has received. A year earlier, shortly after becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen and registering to vote, Gabriela says she got a ballot for a local election.  She didn’t even open the envelope. A co-worker at Tucson Unified School District later asked her whether she had voted. “She scolded me. ‘You have to vote,’ she told me. But I don’t know how to vote. I don’t know how it works,” Gabriela says in Spanish. “I got a little green envelope in the mail, and I didn’t know what to do with it.” It’s common for immigrants who recently became citizens to struggle with voting, and additional factors like language barriers make the process an even more daunting social responsibility, said Lisa García Bedolla, a professor of education at the University of California, Berkeley.  “The first time you vote in a new system is quite complicated,” García Bedolla said. “Or can feel complicated in the sense of not knowing what the process is.” Gabriela came to Arizona from Cananea, México, just 38 miles southwest of Naco, a small border town whose port of entry is commonly used by people traveling to Tucson. She was 28 and engaged to a U.S. citizen. They were married for six years and had two children before divorcing in 2018. She had been a lawful permanent resident with a green card since 2013. President Donald Trump’s second term motivated her to finally pursue citizenship. Last year, her then-10-year-old son asked her in Spanish, “Mom, do you have papers? Isn’t Trump going to deport you?” Gabriela told him that he did not need to worry because she had a green card. The truth was that it was about to expire. “Either I renewed it or applied for citizenship — just like that, with my basic English,” she says. “Oh well,” she remembers thinking, “We went for it.” It was July 2025. “With the way things were going with the president … I said, ‘No. Before something happens, for my children or whatever the reason may be,’ I said, ‘I’d rather become a citizen,’” Gabriela remembers. She did it quietly. She had no money to pay an immigration documents preparer, so she filled out the naturalization application on her own. The day she passed the test, she called her mother, who was with her children, and shared the news through tears.  “Mom, they’re not going to deport you anymore,” her son told her. On the day of her naturalization ceremony, Gabriela, her children and her mother went to a Tucson restaurant to celebrate. Afterward, she dropped her family off at home, drove to the Motor Vehicle Division office to update her driver’s license and, while she was there, remove her ex-husband’s last name. She registered to vote, too. Gabriela says she voted only once while living in México. She did not trust the electoral system. “Because you think, ‘What’s the point of voting? So-and-so is going to win anyway,’” she says. She doesn’t feel the same distrust about voting in the United States. She thinks “it’s much more fair” here. Like Gabriela, approximately 1 million Hispanic adults became naturalized U.S. citizens between 2022 and 2026, and now have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote as U.S. citizens, a recent Pew Research Center report said. Naturalization is the process by which lawful permanent residents who meet residency and other requirements become U.S. citizens and take the Oath of Allegiance. Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, campaigns across political spectrums fought for Arizona’s Latino electorate — roughly one-quarter of the swing state’s eligible voters. They were younger compared with the overall electorate. They were among the highest labor force participants. And they had language skills — nearly half 50% were bilingual, according to a 2024 UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute report. But less attention was paid to the almost one in five Latino eligible voters in Arizona who were naturalized citizens. That share was second only to Asian and Pacific Islander voters, according to the report. “Newly naturalized citizens might require more support to understand and participate in the U.S. electoral process,” the report stated. Studies show that the path to becoming a citizen is cost prohibitive, time consuming and confusing for many immigrants. Surmounting those barriers and becoming a naturalized citizen is only the first step toward the ballot box. Political and elections experts stress that hurdles to voting include understanding how to register, understanding the ballot measures and races at stake, and having the time to fill in and mail a ballot or make it to the polls. Adding to the stress for new citizens who are registered to vote, like Gabriela, is a wave of unfounded allegations under the Trump administration of widespread fraud involving noncitizens voting.  Warnings have come from the U.S. Department of Justice, which announced it will place monitors across the nation during the midterm election. The federal agency sent monitors to Pima, Maricopa and Apache counties during the July primary election, as it has in past elections. Political rhetoric from the highest office in the U.S. has compounded that stress. “They caught thousands of votes in New Jersey where illegal aliens were allowed to vote. Thousands and thousands of votes,” Trump said in a July speech in Georgia. PolitiFact found neither federal nor state data to support Trump’s assertion. An estimated 25 million naturalized citizens are eligible to vote in the midterms — a key election that could shift power in the U.S. Congress, where both the House and Senate are controlled by Republicans.  About 33.2% of naturalized citizens who can vote are Hispanic, as of 2024. They are coping with historic levels of xenophobia and mass deportations that have largely targeted Latinos. Despite fear, many remain motivated to vote in the U.S. — some for the first time and for deeply personal reasons. “What for?” Rocio Gallegos, a 55-year-old mother who has lived in the United States for more than 35 years, simply did not feel the need to acquire a new nationality. Until she began to worry about her legal status as a permanent resident. The sense of security she felt living in the United States with a green card began to fade, as she perceived increasingly aggressive statements about immigrants from Trump when he announced his second presidential bid. “‘No,’ I said. ‘I need to become a citizen because Trump really is going to send me back to México,’” Rocio recounted in Spanish. “And I literally can’t go back to México because I have Valeria, who depends on me … who depends on all the advanced medical care available here.” Sitting inside Rocio’s home, a few steps from the front door in southwest Tucson, Valeria Gallegos’ eyes are fixed on a jigsaw puzzle. She is wearing a yellow dress, her straight, shoulder-length black hair looks freshly styled, and her bangs frame her green eyes. It’s mid-October. A brutal summer heat is finally fading in Southern Arizona, and Valeria’s mother, Rocio, is decorating for fall. From a speaker, a song by Camilo Sesto plays. The Spanish singer rose to fame in México and Latin America during the 1970s and 1980s. Valeria is 32 and was born with spina bifida, a condition that occurs when the spine and spinal cord do not form completely during the first weeks of pregnancy. Valeria is the main reason her mother Rocio chose to become a U.S. citizen two years ago. Rocio left México at 18, the minimum voting age in that country. Like Gabriela, she also didn’t trust the voting system in her native country.   On Nov. 3, Rocio plans to vote for the first time in her life. However, she still does not know exactly how to vote in Arizona.The naturalization process prepared her to understand the history and values ​​that the United States upholds, she says. But not how to make her voice heard through the vote. Originally from the Mexican state of Chihuahua, which borders Texas and New México, Rocio met her husband, Joel Gallegos, more than three decades ago, in Nebraska. Joel is of Mexican descent and was born in the United States. They had Valeria and then their son Aminadab, 24, in the U.S. “I was a permanent resident for 28 years,” Rocio says. “I was reluctant. I didn’t want to become a citizen. I would say, ‘No, what for? I don’t need it.’” She renewed her green card twice, each time receiving a 10-year extension. “I was already about to go for the third one,” she says. Data shows that Rocio’s lengthy stay as a permanent resident, while longer than usual, is not an isolated case. México ranks first among all countries of origin for new U.S. citizens, followed by India, the Philippines, Dominican Republic and Vietnam. At the same time, Mexican nationals top the list of applicants who spent the longest time as lawful permanent residents before naturalizing, averaging 10.9 years, according to 2022 federal immigration statistics. A 2017 Pew Research Center study found Mexican lawful immigrants were among the least likely to become U.S. citizens. An estimated 67% of lawful immigrants eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship had naturalized by 2015, compared with only 42% of eligible Mexican lawful immigrants. And a 2026 analysis by the Migration Policy Institute shows that 34% of Mexican immigrants were naturalized citizens in 2024, compared with 51% of all immigrants in the United States. Nearly all Mexican immigrants with permanent residency surveyed in the Pew study said they wanted to become citizens eventually, but like Gabriela, many cited concerns about limited English proficiency. Others worried about the cost of applying and a lack of time as obstacles. Magdalena Barragan inside Deliias de Michoacan ice cream shop in Tucson, Arizona. Barragan co-owns the shop with her husband. She recently beame a U.S. citizen. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez “You have to become a citizen” In east Tucson, another Mexican-born woman, mother and entrepreneur has spent years working to find a balance between her rights and her obligations as a resident of this country. Inside Delicias de Michoacán, a strip of purple LED lights leads to lilac-colored walls. Three bright screens display a menu of Mexican treats, including elote and raspados. It’s halfway through the workday, and Magda Barragan sits in the middle booth, her hair pulled up, her sharp black eyeliner and arched brows give her a look of precision. A television plays the news in Spanish. Magda is wearing a T-shirt that bears the name of the Tucson business she owns with her husband. She remembers what led her to become a U.S. citizen. One turning point came during an encounter with a border officer in Nogales. Magda, then a permanent resident, was trying to bring catering carts from México into the United States for her business when an officer refused to let her cross with them. “The officer treated me really badly. She told me, ‘Because I don’t want to.’ And then she told me to go back to México,” Magda says in Spanish. The following day, Magda’s husband, a U.S. citizen, retrieved the carts without any problems. “That’s when my husband told me, ‘You need to become a citizen,’ because it’s never going to be the same being a permanent resident as it is being a citizen,” she says. But Magda’s journey to citizenship — and eventually to vote — had begun decades earlier. Originally from Guadalajara, México, she first moved to the United States with her U.S.-born husband in 2001. The family moved between California, Texas and México before returning to the U.S. in late 2013. After multiple attempts to establish themselves, including a brief stay in Wisconsin, they settled in Tucson, where her husband’s father lived. “We made the decision to stay here because my children were already in school and were growing up,” Magda says. “I always told him that we should try to give our children the opportunity to learn English and that maybe, sometime down the road, we could go back.” Magda is 42 years old now. She became a permanent resident in 2015. Four years later, she and her husband opened Delicias de Michoacán, drawing on her family’s experience operating ice cream shops in México. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, their business was barely six months old. She says they struggled to qualify for government assistance, first because their business was so new and then, she was told, because she was not a U.S. citizen. She found it unfair that she could operate a registered business and pay state and federal fees but still face restrictions on the assistance available to her. “We all pay taxes, right? I mean, everyone equally. They’re not going to ask you about your legal status. If you have a business, you have to pay taxes,” she says. Those experiences stayed with her. Another push came during a personal development seminar, when a speaker encouraged longtime permanent residents to pursue naturalization rather than continue renewing their green cards. It was time. Magda enrolled in citizenship classes and supplemented her lessons with YouTube videos, studying American history, government and the questions she would face on the civics exam. She applied for citizenship in April 2023 — five years after becoming eligible —  and completed the naturalization process that fall. She remembers her interview being surprisingly brief. The immigration officer asked her six civics questions but spent much of their conversation asking about her ice cream business, like if it was homemade and if she used local fruit.  This November, Magda plans to vote in person. Her preference stems partly from concerns about election integrity shaped by her experiences in México, although she emphasized that she is not saying the same problems occur in the United States. Rocio Gallegos just became a U.S. citizen and is going to vote in the upcoming elections. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Old doubts, new fears  Rocio’s distrust in elections now applies to both countries she’s lived in — México and the U.S.  “What’s the point of voting if they’re just going to give the win to whoever they want anyway, or if the people in government are all working together?” she questions. That echoes the observations of Linda López-Stone, senior director at MomsRising, a national organization that works on issues affecting families, children and mothers, including immigration, health care and child care. She has been coming to Tucson to promote voting among Latina women. López-Stone said one factor she has identified affecting the electoral participation of newly naturalized Latina citizens in the United States is distrust of the electoral system in their countries of origin. “They come with a lot of preconceived ideas from their home countries about how voting works, believing that voting isn’t secure,” she said. She added that first-time voters find the process exceedingly complicated, something Rocio and Gabriela also emphasized. López-Stone also identified a third factor that could affect the electoral participation of newly naturalized Latina citizens: fear. “There is a fear of going to vote because of ICE. People think ICE could be present because of racial profiling, and we already know that more than 500 U.S. citizens have been detained,” she said, referring to the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Magdalena Barragan inside Deliias de Michoacan ice cream shop in Tucson, Arizona. Barragan co-owns the shop with her husband. She recently beame a U.S. citizen. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Finding their voice at the ballot box  Three years after her naturalization, Magda is preparing to vote in her first midterm election. She cast her first ballot in the 2024 presidential election — an experience she approached with the same determination to learn that had helped her become a citizen. “I didn’t vote just for the sake of voting,” she says. For Magda, becoming a U.S. citizen means more than gaining the right to vote. It also means having a greater say in decisions that affect her family, her business and her community, including those who cannot vote themselves. Citizenship has already changed the way her household approaches elections. What began as a decision to protect herself and her business has become an opportunity to participate in civic life, and to encourage her family to do the same. Her experience reflects a broader trend among naturalized Latino voters, a growing segment of the U.S. electorate whose political participation is shaped by their experiences with immigration, economic pressures, caring for their family and the responsibilities they feel toward their communities. The number of Latinos eligible to vote nationwide is projected to reach nearly 40 million in 2026, an increase of 5.2 million since 2022, or 16%, said Mark Hugo Lopez, director of race and ethnicity research at the Pew Research Center. While most of that growth comes from young U.S.-born Latinos reaching voting age, newly naturalized immigrants, like Rocio, Gabriela and Magda, account for about 20% of the expanding Hispanic electorate. And once they become citizens, Lopez said, Latino immigrants have historically voted at higher rates than their U.S.-born counterparts. Part of the reason to naturalize is to earn benefits like Social Security. And “part of it is to vote,” Lopez said. Political advocates, elected officials and community leaders understand that the more people who naturalize, the more people who can vote and make a difference, especially in swing states like Arizona with large Latino populations.  “This is yet another source of potential voters for Latino groups who might be looking to activate and to mobilize Latinos,” Lopez said. However, Lopez said federal data shows a sharp decline in the number of immigrants becoming naturalized U.S. citizens since the start of the Trump administration.  A report from UCLA’s Luskin School of Public Affairs found that naturalization processing times have increased significantly, while monthly approvals have fallen 83%, from a peak of 88,000 in April 2025 to fewer than 16,000 in August 2026. Researchers linked the decline to changes in the naturalization process. “The data that the federal government has reported suggests fewer naturalizations because they’re doing more background checks,” Lopez said. “So I think we have a little bit of a low because of the new process.” The National Partnership for New Americans went further, alleging in an October news release that the delays are deliberate and part of “an apparent effort to deny otherwise eligible people their civil and voting rights.” Magda says that what activates her to vote is her interest in policies affecting older adults, health care, schools and immigrants. In the weeks leading up to the November election, she reviewed Arizona’s ballot propositions, reading their language before searching for additional information on YouTube and the internet. For years, Magda lived in the U.S., raised her children, paid taxes and built a business without being able to cast a ballot. Now, as a naturalized citizen, she has a say in local, state and federal policies. And she wants others to recognize the value of that opportunity, before they feel the consequences of a decision they had no part in making. Her perspective is shaped partly by the conversations she has with Tucson customers at Delicias de Michoacán. Many have become familiar faces over the business’s seven years. Fellow small business owners, she says, have described a difficult economic year. “It affects all of us. Not just a few people. It’s like the domino effect. When one falls, we all fall,” she says. Magda encourages her three children to take voting seriously. She believes civic participation requires more than registering or showing up at the polls. Voters should understand, she says, how their decisions could benefit or harm their neighbors. “We should do more to teach our children about the importance of voting because, when they become adults, they’re the future,” she says. “If we don’t teach them, it’s like a little path, like a wheel. If you turn it, it keeps turning, but if you don’t, it stays right where it is, and they won’t teach their children either.” She also has noticed more political conversations among her customers and more people asking how to register to vote. The election materials arriving in Spanish, she says, make it easier for voters to learn about candidates and propositions. Magda believes that too many people begin paying attention to politics only after a government decision directly affects them. She wants to see that change, particularly among Latino voters, whom she encourages to become more informed and involved. “Because a lot of people don’t do that, even if they’re already U.S. citizens. They don’t educate themselves about how we can actually have a say in the laws that are passed,” she says. “Especially with everything that’s been happening lately. These things might not affect me personally, but they affect the community. So, in one way or another, all of this affects all of us.” Alejandra Soto and her son Diego, who cast a ballot for the first time today minutes before polls closed on July 30, 2024. Credit: John Washington “A collective enterprise” Magda says her husband, who was born in the U.S., has never been particularly interested in voting. After becoming a citizen herself, she began encouraging her family to participate in elections and made a habit of reviewing ballots and propositions together. García Bedolla, the Berkeley professor, said she has observed similar behavior among naturalized Latina voters, who often approach voting as a shared responsibility, gathering with relatives or friends to discuss ballot measures and candidates before casting their votes. “Particularly the women, have made voting a collective enterprise,” García Bedolla said. Women now make up the majority of people becoming U.S. citizens, accounting for about 55% of naturalizations nationwide in 2024, according to federal immigration data. That shift extends to ethnic groups. “The majority of Latinos who are naturalizing right now are women and that actually is a change,” said García Bedolla. Families historically prioritized men’s immigration applications but that trend has shifted as more women immigrate independently, she said. Lisa Magaña is a professor at Arizona State University who studies Latino politics and immigration. She describes this process as political socialization, in which family relationships and household habits influence whether people participate in elections. For newly naturalized citizens, that influence can extend to relatives who have held citizenship their entire lives but rarely exercised their right to vote. While naturalized Latino voters are increasingly important to U.S. elections, researchers caution against treating them as a single political bloc. “Latinos are not monolithic,” Magaña said, adding that their political preferences vary by geography and country of origin. In Republican-dominated Texas, she said there are a lot of Republican Latinos. In Florida, Puerto Ricans were more likely to vote for Harris while most Cuban Americans went for Trump.  In the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump made significant gains among Hispanic voters, receiving 48% of their votes compared with 36% in 2020, according to a Pew Research Center analysis. Kamala Harris received 51% of the Hispanic vote, down from Joe Biden’s 61% four years earlier. But those changes were driven largely by differences in voter turnout rather than voters switching parties. Among eligible Hispanic voters who participated in 2024 but not 2020, 60% supported Trump, while many Biden supporters from 2020 stayed home. Lopez said the distinction matters when examining Latino political preferences, which vary by national origin, generation, income, education and immigration history. Latino voters could play an important role in this year’s midterm elections, especially those who support Democratic candidates, as they show higher levels of engagement and motivation to vote than they did in 2022.  According to Pew Research Center, 77% of Latino Democratic voters say it “really matters” who wins control of the House, up from 58% in 2022. Additionally, 53% say they are extremely motivated to vote, compared with 41% four years ago, and 45% say they have given a lot of thought to the upcoming elections, nearly double the 24% who said the same in 2022. For naturalized citizens, the political landscape is also shifting. An October 2026 survey conducted by the U.S. Immigration Policy Center at UC San Diego and the National Partnership for New Americans found that 74% of Hispanic naturalized registered voters surveyed felt less secure in their citizenship than they did a few years ago. And 85% said the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement had gone too far. The survey included 1,000 registered naturalized citizens nationwide, out of which almost half were Hispanic. García Bedolla said immigration issues can be especially significant to Latino voters because it raises questions about their place in U.S. society, even when other issues more directly influence their daily lives. “Immigration tells me how you think about me,” she said. “Your feelings about immigration tell me whether you think that I belong here.” Economic concerns also were prominent. Across all respondents, 78% rated grocery prices as extremely or very important to their voting decisions, followed by health care and housing costs at 75% each. Among Hispanic respondents, 56% said their family’s financial situation had worsened over the previous year. Despite the attention naturalized voters receive during election season, the survey found that 65% of respondents had not been contacted about voting by a political party, candidate or community organization. Rocio Gallegos, left, talks with her family at the kitchen table about voting, politics and what exactly is on this year’s election ballot. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Working, starting businesses and then voting Rocio and Gabriela want to exercise their right to vote in the United States for the first time, but they feel lost amid the amount of information they need to find and process. And finding answers on top of their busy lives is  difficult. Rocio says that before becoming a U.S. citizen, she had not paid enough attention to the election system because she knew she couldn’t participate. “Today, I’ve been a citizen for two years, and I see elections differently,” she says. Although her biggest motivation is being able to continue caring for her daughter, Rocio doesn’t think it would be ethical to worry only about issues that might affect her personally. “What’s the point of becoming a citizen if you’re not going to fight for a better quality of life for yourself, your family, immigrants and everyone else?” she reflects. García Bedolla said that motivation is familiar among the naturalized immigrants she has studied. Citizenship can offer a sense of security, but also the opportunity to advocate for relatives and neighbors who cannot vote. “People feel more, because of the ways in which enforcement is affecting families and affecting people’s lives, that if you have the opportunity to naturalize and vote that you should so that you can speak for the people who can’t,” García Bedolla said. Rocio plans to use her vote as a way to express herself. She is simply trying to educate herself and to make sense of the ballot — figuring out how to choose among names she doesn’t recognize, offices she doesn’t understand, and proposals she knows nothing about yet. What concerns Rocio most is “primarily the cost of living, the economy, because every day it’s harder for many families to get ahead,” as well as access to health services and the tightening of immigration laws.  “I believe that most of us here are not bad people; we come here to work, and we come here to strive, day in and day out,” she adds. She recognizes that immigration is a complicated issue. She does not oppose having clear rules. “We really need to find a balance,” she says. “I think laws should also be respected and that the country has the right to have a secure border, but I also believe people should be treated with dignity and humility.” Her husband, Joel, owns a construction business. Their 24-year-old son, Aminadab, sometimes helps him, although he spends most of his time studying at the University of Arizona and Pima Community College. Rocio remembers Aminadab and his father spending time discussing what the best path forward for the country was. That was two years ago. Aminadab was drawn to Trump’s economic plans. He was interested in politics and the presidential election was a frequent topic of conversation at home. But the election came. And Aminadab did not register to vote. In the lead-up to this year’s midterm election, Aminadab said he wanted to follow in his mom’s footsteps and vote for the first time. He missed the Oct. 5 registration deadline. Gabriela Torres Luna inside her home in Tucson, Ariz. looks at her earling voting ballot. Torres is a teachers aid and just became a U.S. citizen. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez Gabriela has also been busy. She not only passed her citizenship test last year, but after nearly 10 years working in housekeeping at hotels and as a custodian at a Tucson school, she applied for a teacher assistant position. The role would provide her the opportunity to work with children with special needs at a Tucson Unified School District school.  Once again — just like with the U.S. citizenship test — she worried that her “basic English” would be an obstacle. She got the job after the first interview. As a single mother, Gabriela’s day starts around 6 a.m.  She drops her children off at middle school and high school, goes to work, waits for them to finish their extracurricular activities, and returns home around 6 p.m. When she has time before dinner, she sets aside an hour for herself by hiking to the top of Tumamoc Hill with a friend.  Even with the new position at a local school, her earnings are not enough to make ends meet. Like many school employees who choose this option, part of each paycheck is withheld so Gabriela can receive paychecks throughout all 12 months of the year.  “Wages are rock bottom, and bills are through the roof,” she says. To increase her income, Gabriela is once again looking for a night job in the cleaning industry, where she says she never imagined working when she lived in México. She also worked at a school in her native country. The second job would likely be an overnight shift, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., leaving her with only 4 hours of sleep at night. She says she has done this before, and added that many of her Tucson educator colleagues have side gigs or a second job.  With overloaded schedules, both Gabriela and Rocio say they would appreciate having better access to systems that provide more information about how the U.S. electoral system works. Neither Rocio nor Gabriela know which congressional district they live in, who their Pima County supervisor is or who represents them on the Tucson City Council. They don’t know about the propositions in the ballot. When Gabriela opens her ballot she sees something unexpected: her voting materials include descriptions of propositions in Spanish and a voter guide she can also read in her first language. “I thought it was only in English,” she says. When Rocio opens her ballot she learns there are more than two U.S. political parties, including Libertarian, Green and No Labels. Rocio believes citizenship preparation for naturalized people should include less history and more training on how to vote. “There are so many of us Hispanics who literally don’t understand all of this. For example, the ballots list senators, this and that. It’s not like México; it’s completely different. And for me personally, it’s difficult to understand because this is the first time I’m going to vote. But there’s no one to explain it to you or guide you,” she says. “So you’re left with a question mark, not knowing what you’re supposed to do.” “I think I’m going to start studying,” says Gabriela, with a wide smile that seems to always accompany her. Rocio Gallegos and her daughter, Valeria, puzzle together. Gallegos just became a U.S. citizen and plans to vote in person for the upcoming elections. Credit: Noelle Haro-Gomez “Mom, it’s all right” In addition to caring for her daughter, Rocio ran a cleaning business for several years, but put it on hold early this year. In January, Valeria underwent surgery — the 40th of her life, Rocio says — this time on her gallbladder. Her recovery took several months. Now, Rocio is preparing to start a business again. She is making artesanal jam named Delicias de la Vida to sell at community markets and stores. She is also trained as an eyelash technician and is converting a room in her home into a space where she can see her clients. Rocio says that she learns from Valeria. “She motivates me.” She’s “taught me how to live with pain, how to face things as they come, and reminds me: ‘Mom, it’s all right.’” Sitting at the table, showing off the beautiful nails Rocio had done for her, Valeria doesn’t miss a single detail of her mom’s conversation about voting, about their future. “She understands everything I’m saying,” Rocio says, her eyes focused on her daughter. Patiently, Valeria waits for her mom. So, together, they can finish a new jigsaw puzzle — something they do almost every day, sometimes for four or five hours at a time. In the evening, Valeria will sing karaoke with her dad. They’ll pay homage to some of her favorite artists — Yuridia and Vicente Fernández. “That’s what she enjoys the most,” says Rocio, quickly pushing her husband’s Pima County ballot back in the light-green envelope with his name on it. “Let’s see if he understands it,” she says of her husband, a U.S. citizen born with the right to vote. 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"They have dead people, they have lots of duplicates and they have general problems. It's something that should have been fixed a long time ago." The complaint, which was filed with Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, argues election officials have not made a "reasonable effort" to remove ineligible voters from the official list. TRUMP SCORES SUPREME COURT WIN IN ELECTION INTEGRITY FIGHT AS STATES GAIN NEW VOTER ROLL TOOL Adams said the state should have discovered the information, not his group. "Why does it take a third-party group like the Public Interest Legal Foundation to find these duplicates?" Adams said. The group is asking the state to take "additional corrective action," warning it "may have no other recourse" but to appeal through the complaint process under the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), a 2002 election reform law, if nothing is done. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b06e272c212045af213d How Disabled Children Were Caught Up in Trump’s Homeless Crackdown te 2026-10-31T09:10:06.330Z How Disabled Children Were Caught Up in Trump’s Homeless Crackdown In its push to clear out people who live on the street and are mentally ill, the Trump administration is targeting legal protections that cover a much bigger population. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b06d272c212045af2134 A Halloween Tale: Ghost Stories of the U.S. Capitol te 2026-10-31T09:10:05.619Z A Halloween Tale: Ghost Stories of the U.S. Capitol The ghost stories, dating back to the 19th century, are fitting for a building where the past rarely stays dead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b06c272c212045af212b As Midterms Near, Top Law Firms That Capitulated to Trump Are on the Sidelines te 2026-10-31T09:10:04.927Z As Midterms Near, Top Law Firms That Capitulated to Trump Are on the Sidelines None of the firms that struck deals to avoid crippling executive orders are publicly involved in the major legal efforts to check the Trump administration’s attempts to meddle in the midterm elections, a review by The New York Times shows. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b06c272c212045af2122 Trump and GOP Close Midterms With Ugly Personal Attacks te 2026-10-31T09:10:04.170Z Trump and GOP Close Midterms With Ugly Personal Attacks Facing backlash over inflation and anger with the president, Republicans have turned to an onslaught of baseless claims about Democratic candidates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b06b272c212045af2119 Pete Ricketts Leads Dan Osborn in Nebraska Senate Race, Poll Finds te 2026-10-31T09:10:03.394Z Pete Ricketts Leads Dan Osborn in Nebraska Senate Race, Poll Finds Voters see Dan Osborn, the independent seeking to unseat Senator Pete Ricketts, as more like a Democrat than an independent, a Times/Siena poll found. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b06a272c212045af2110 Talarico Makes Final Election Pitch to Texans: ‘You Are My Slingshot’ te 2026-10-31T09:10:02.579Z Talarico Makes Final Election Pitch to Texans: ‘You Are My Slingshot’ The Democratic candidate for Senate has led in polls. But because it’s Texas, he remains the underdog. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5b069272c212045af2107 Why Haley Stevens Can’t Stop Talking About Abdul El-Sayed te 2026-10-31T09:10:01.705Z Why Haley Stevens Can’t Stop Talking About Abdul El-Sayed In a frank interview, she described her disappointment and also said she was considering converting to Judaism. Her fiancé had thoughts, too. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5a4b2272c212045af1d26 Dems' dire warnings about threats to democracy face an uncomfortable reckoning after Alaska election report te 2026-10-31T08:20:02.932Z Dems' dire warnings about threats to democracy face an uncomfortable reckoning after Alaska election report While prominent Democrats have spent years warning about threats to democracy, dozens of lawmakers and governors who endorsed Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola have declined to respond to Fox News Digital's questions about a reported effort to confuse voters and potentially cost Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan his seat. The New York Times reported Wednesday that aides to Democratic Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola helped recruit a man named Dan Sullivan to run in an alleged effort to draw votes from Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan – though Peltola's campaign has denied involvement. Fox News Digital reached out to 42 Democratic lawmakers and governors who endorsed Peltola to ask whether they would denounce the alleged effort to mislead Alaska voters. As of publication, not a single one has responded. MARY PELTOLA'S CAMPAIGN, DEMS BACKED COVERT SCHEME TO FIELD SPOILER CANDIDATES IN ALASKA SENATE RACE: REPORT Sen. Richard Blumenthal, for instance, stated that "voter suppression is poisonous, it is toxic to our democracy," in 2022. His colleague, Sen. Chris Murphy, meanwhile, argued in April 2025 that "those of us who believe that the threat to democracy is urgent" need to "act like it." And Sen. Cory Booker said in December 2016 that "protecting American democracy is a calling far higher than party politics." 'DECOY DAN' SULLIVAN CASE LEADS TOP SENATOR TO BREAK FOUR-YEAR X SILENCE: 'PATTERN OF LIES' Despite their outspoken defenses of democracy and insistence that protecting it should transcend party politics, none of these lawmakers responded to Fox News Digital's questions about the alleged effort to mislead Alaska voters. Sen. John Fetterman, a Pennsylvania Democrat who has made a name for himself by publicly breaking with his party on some issues, has also remained mum on the controversy. Peltola has asserted that her campaign "has no involvement with either Sullivan campaign." The Times, for its investigation, relied on text messages it obtained as well as interviews with former campaign staffers. The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Alaska on Oct. 22 seeking to delay certification of the state's Senate election if Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan loses and votes cast for the other Sullivan could have changed the outcome, pending an investigation into whether voter confusion played a role in the result. ALASKA'S GOVERNOR ORDERS INVESTIGATION AFTER NYT REPORT ON ALLEGED DEM-LINKED SENATE ELECTION SCHEME Legal experts from across the political spectrum who previously spoke to Fox News Digital said that the case faces significant challenges, particularly as it relates to trying to infer voter intent from anonymous ballots and overcoming the sovereignty of states over their elections. Among the other Democratic Senators reached by Fox News Digital were Sens. Adam Schiff, Alex Padilla, Maggie Hassan, Chuck Schumer, Catherine Cortez Masto, Angela Alsobrooks, Andy Kim, Brian Schatz, Ed Markey, Elissa Slotkin, John Hickenlooper, Jon Ossoff, Kirsten Gillibrand, Lisa Blunt Rochester, Mark Kelly, Michael Bennet, Ruben Gallego, Sheldon Whitehouse and Tammy Duckworth. The U.S. House members reached by Fox News Digital included Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Chris Pappas, Brittany Pettersen, Eric Sorensen, Mike Levin, Hillary Scholten, Jared Huffman, Josh Harder, Pramila Jayapal, Sarah McBride, George Whitesides, Jonathan Nez and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez. Former Sen. Sherrod Brown, who does not currently hold office but is running to retake his Senate seat, and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford, were also asked for their reactions on the reporting. Democratic Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland, Gavin Newsom of California, as well as former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper – who is in the midst of a Senate campaign – were also reached for comment.  Peltola's campaign did not respond to a request for comment. At least one Democrat has publicly criticized the alleged tactic. Iowa Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rob Sand told Fox News on Sunday that "both parties are doing it and neither party should be doing it," calling such efforts "manipulating the political system." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae59db0a9b54dd1159361e9 Heap Disputes ACLU Claims That Maricopa County Poll Workers Improperly Demanded Voter ID te 2026-10-31T07:50:08.577Z Heap Disputes ACLU Claims That Maricopa County Poll Workers Improperly Demanded Voter ID By Matthew Holloway | Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap has disputed ACLU of Arizona allegations that poll workers at a downtown Phoenix early voting center improperly required voters to show ID when dropping off mail ballots. The ACLU of Arizona sent a letter to Heap and Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Chair Kate Brophy McGee. Policy Director Darrell Hill described an experience involving two voters at the early voting center in the A.E. Building. The letter claims that a poll worker instructed the voters that they must present identification to drop off their mail ballots and did not inform them that identification was optional. The ACLU said it had heard similar accounts from other voters and urged officials to review training to ensure poll workers provide clear information about their options. KJZZ reporter Wayne Schutsky stated that he spoke with an ACLU staff member who was part of the group whose ballot drop-off experience prompted the letter. Recorder Heap continues to say the ACLU letter is based on an anonymous, unverified complaint. But I spoke with one of the ACLU staffers who was a part of the group dropping off ballots, whose experience prompted the letter. https://t.co/WU8Z5R3kRZ https://t.co/qa7eicCK00 — Wayne Schutsky (@WayneSchutsky) October 30, 2026 According to the Recorder’s Office, voters dropping off early ballots may voluntarily present identification to bypass signature verification or deposit their ballots in a drop box without identification. The office said Arizona poll workers, including those in Maricopa County, are trained to explain both options. In a response to the ACLU, the Recorder’s Office described the allegations as anonymous and unsubstantiated. The office said the ACLU provided no evidence or indication that it had investigated before accusing election workers of misconduct. Upon receiving the letter, the Recorder’s Office contacted the site inspector. The inspector, who said he had worked elections in Los Angeles and Maricopa counties since 2006 and served with a bipartisan team, reviewed the matter with his marshal and lobby staff. “No voters were required to present ID to deposit ballots in the drop box, and staff reported no negative interactions or complaints,” the inspector said. “We experienced no issues during the afternoon’s increased voter traffic and find these accusations baffling to say the least.” Heap called for the ACLU to apologize to election workers. “The ACLU has launched a baseless attack on hardworking election workers, treating unverified claims from political activists as established facts without a shred of supporting evidence,” Heap said. “These are dedicated public servants, not political punching bags.” “The ACLU is quick to condemn anyone it believes is undermining confidence in elections, yet here it is doing exactly that—recklessly attacking election workers without evidence,” he continued. “The ACLU should be ashamed of this irresponsible political hit piece and owes our dedicated poll workers a public apology.” In comments to KTAR News, Heap said staff at the location remembered the group and reported that both options were explained. He also said signs at polling places describe the choice and that roughly 70 percent of voters bringing in mail ballots choose to show identification. A FOX 10 Phoenix team member reported being asked for identification when dropping off a mail ballot at a vote center. During a subsequent FOX 10 interview, Heap was told of the experience. WATCH: Recorder Justin Heap responds on FOX 10 Talks to allegations made by @ACLUaz on voter ID rules and early ballots. Turns out a member of our @FOX10Phoenix team was also asked to show ID after telling a poll worker she wished to drop off her mail-in ballot. https://t.co/jyIVnUVBbs pic.twitter.com/92suo20S9g — Trenton Hooker (@trentonhooker) October 30, 2026 Maricopa County Supervisor Thomas Galvin commented on the interview on X, arguing that poll workers should not proactively approach voters because signage provides the information and voters can ask questions. Brutal interview clip for Justin Heap as he gets fact checked in real time by @FOX10Phoenix, they tell him a colleague personally experienced what others are saying. The issue is that Heap’s workers shouldnt proactively approach voters 1) Signage provides info 2)Voters can ask Qs https://t.co/CogywEpHZW — Thomas Galvin: Maricopa County Brd of Supervisors (@ThomasGalvin) October 30, 2026 In its response to Heap, the ACLU said it contacted officials privately on October 27 to request an investigation into potential training issues without public attention. Hill said the organization wanted to ensure every eligible Arizonan could exercise the right to vote and that Heap’s public criticism did not address the substance of its concerns. Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post Heap Disputes ACLU Claims That Maricopa County Poll Workers Improperly Demanded Voter ID first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae59901a9b54dd1159360b6 Ciscomani, HUD Secretary Tour Tucson Homeless Shelter And Recovery Center te 2026-10-31T07:30:09.560Z Ciscomani, HUD Secretary Tour Tucson Homeless Shelter And Recovery Center By Matthew Holloway | U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner toured Tucson’s Gospel Rescue Mission on this week, highlighting its coordinated approach to shelter, recovery services, and housing assistance. According to an announcement from Ciscomani’s office, the visit focused on the Center of Opportunity and its partnerships with organizations providing healthcare, workforce development, housing, and spiritual support. “Everyone deserves the opportunity to rebuild their life, find a place to call home, and pursue their own version of the American Dream. Gospel Rescue Mission is making a real difference right here in Southern Arizona by meeting people where they are and helping them build a path toward a brighter future. I’m grateful to Secretary Turner for joining me to highlight the incredible work happening in our community and bring Southern Arizona’s efforts to the national conversation,” Ciscomani said. “Together, we can connect local solutions with federal resources to help more Arizonans get back on their feet.” Ciscomani’s office said the mission works through more than 50 community partnerships involving nonprofits, churches, healthcare providers, educational institutions, employers, and social-service agencies. Turner praised the organization’s faith-based approach and discussed federal assistance for young adults leaving foster care. Gospel Rescue Mission manages the Center of Opportunity, which connects emergency services with longer-term assistance. The organization’s description of its programs and partners identifies shelter, food, and safety as immediate needs, followed by services involving addiction recovery, housing, education, employment, and healthcare. Among its partners, El Rio Health provides medical respite care for individuals experiencing homelessness who need a place to recover. The Arizona Department of Economic Security assists with enrollment in benefits programs, including the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. La Frontera Center of Hope provides housing assistance, case management, and planning for long-term housing stability. During the tour, Turner highlighted HUD’s Foster Youth to Independence initiative, which provides housing assistance and supportive services for eligible young adults transitioning out of foster care. HUD’s program guidance explains that the initiative makes Housing Choice Voucher assistance available through partnerships between public housing agencies and public child welfare agencies. Eligible participants are ages 18 through 24, have left foster care or will leave within 180 days under a qualifying transition plan, and meet the program’s homelessness or housing-risk requirements. Rental assistance generally lasts up to 36 months. Participants meeting additional requirements may qualify for an extension of up to 24 months. Child welfare agencies must also provide or arrange supportive services to help participating young adults become self-sufficient. The Tucson visit followed an earlier housing discussion involving Ciscomani and Turner. In May, the congressman’s office convened a roundtable addressing housing affordability, Opportunity Zones, and approval processes for housing projects. Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post Ciscomani, HUD Secretary Tour Tucson Homeless Shelter And Recovery Center first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae596a9a9b54dd115936031 Gosar Recognized As ‘Taxpayer Hero’ By Government Waste Watchdog te 2026-10-31T07:20:09.061Z Gosar Recognized As ‘Taxpayer Hero’ By Government Waste Watchdog By Ethan Faverino | Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar (R-AZ-09) received an endorsement for reelection from the Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW), which recognized him as a “Taxpayer Hero” for his voting record on federal spending, government accountability, and fiscal responsibility. The endorsement was part of an announcement in which CCAGW backed Republican candidates across the country based on their lifetime scores in the organization’s 2025 Congressional Ratings. Gosar was among four Arizona Republican candidates endorsed by the organization, alongside Congressmen Eli Crane (R-AZ-02), Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ-08), and Andy Biggs (R-AZ-05), who is running for governor. Gosar received a lifetime rating of 93% from the organization, reflecting his voting record on legislation involving federal spending, taxation, transparency, and government accountability. “During their tenures in the Senate and House, these members of Congress have been strong and reliable votes to curb government waste and reform Washington,” stated CCAGW President Tom Schatz. “On top of their impressive voting records, they fought for increased accountability and transparency while opposing efforts to increase federal spending and adopt burdensome new regulations.” Gosar welcomed the endorsement, pointing to his efforts to reduce federal expenditures and oppose regulations he argues increase costs for American families. “I’m honored to earn the endorsement of the Council for Citizens Against Government Waste,” stated Congressman Gosar. “I voted to claw back wasteful spending and have opposed unnecessary spending and burdensome regulations that drive up costs for Arizona families. It’s your money, and Washington has a responsibility to spend it wisely. I’ll keep fighting to make sure every taxpayer dollar counts.” I’m proud to have earned the endorsement of the Council for Citizens Against Government Waste, @GovWaste, and its recognition of my record as a Taxpayer Hero. Since 1989, they’ve evaluated every member of Congress on their votes on spending, taxes, and transparency. I voted to… pic.twitter.com/Z7Lbtr5B4N — Paul Gosar (@DrPaulGosar) October 28, 2026 Among the legislative actions highlighted in Gosar’s record was his support for the Rescissions Act of 2025, which canceled previously approved federal spending. Since 1989, CCAGW has evaluated members of Congress through its Congressional Ratings, which examine votes on legislation affecting government expenditures, taxation, and fiscal accountability. The organization uses these ratings to identify lawmakers it considers supportive of taxpayers’ interests and efforts to reduce government waste. The endorsement comes ahead of Arizona’s November 3 general election, when Gosar will seek another term representing the state’s Ninth Congressional District. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Gosar Recognized As ‘Taxpayer Hero’ By Government Waste Watchdog first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5863a5aa393894432d0a1 Federal judge blocks Trump DOJ threats against election workers ahead of 2026 midterms te 2026-10-31T06:10:02.118Z Federal judge blocks Trump DOJ threats against election workers ahead of 2026 midterms A federal judge on Friday temporarily barred the Trump administration from threatening election workers with criminal prosecution over ballots tied to suspected noncitizens. U.S. District Judge Trina Thompson found that the Justice Department and Department of Homeland Security likely violated the Voting Rights Act's prohibition against voter intimidation by threatening election workers with prosecution for processing ballots from voters the administration claims are ineligible, just days before the midterm elections. "One of the hallmarks of a fair election is the freedom to exercise the right to vote free from threat, fear, or intimidation," Thompson, a Biden-appointed judge, wrote in the eight-page order. The ruling comes as the Trump administration has sought voter registration information from states ahead of the Nov. 3 elections, arguing that its efforts are aimed at preventing noncitizen voting and protecting election integrity. BIDEN-APPOINTED JUDGE BLOCKS VOTER-FRAUD PROBES IN BATTLEGROUND STATES JUST DAYS BEFORE MIDTERMS The temporary restraining order prohibits federal officials from threatening, intimidating or coercing state and local election workers into halting ballot processing solely because the administration alleges certain registered voters are ineligible. The order also bars the administration from demanding that election officials remove registered voters from voter rolls, refuse to issue them ballots or segregate or decline to count their ballots based solely on those allegations. The lawsuit was brought by labor unions and civil rights organizations, including the Service Employees International Union and the NAACP. "Because the public has a paramount interest in ensuring that election officials and workers are able to carry out their work in accordance with federal law and election procedure, and the official day of the Elections is only a couple of days away, the balance of the equities and public interest weigh in Plaintiffs' favor," Thompson wrote. "Ballots have already been issued," Thompson also noted. "Americans have already begun voting." NINTH CIRCUIT QUESTIONS TRUMP DOJ'S EMERGENCY REQUEST TO SET ASIDE 20,000 CALIFORNIA MAIL BALLOTS Thompson also ordered the administration to notify state and local governments that received the disputed letters that the demands and threats of prosecution contained in them have been blocked. Earlier Friday, a federal appeals court separately ruled against the Trump administration's emergency request to require California to set aside mail-in ballots associated with roughly 20,000 voters federal officials identified as likely noncitizens while their citizenship status was verified. The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals denied the Justice Department's request to set aside the disputed mail-in ballots while officials reviewed the voters' citizenship status, handing the administration another setback just four days before Election Day. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Justice Department for comment. Fox News Digital's Jasmine Baehr and Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5782f5aa393894432cd87 Notice of Trustee’s Sale TSA#Y93475 te 2026-10-31T05:10:07.252Z Notice of Trustee’s Sale TSA#Y93475 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS#: 2026-27012-AZ Order #: 4239873 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 11/5/2021, recorded on 11/9/2021, as Instrument No. 2021-25561 at Docket – Page – in the office of the County Recorder of Navajo County, Arizona. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in the courtyard, Navajo County Governmental Complex, 100 Code Talkers Dr., Holbrook, AZ 86025, on 12/29/2026 at 11:00AM of said day: Lot 51, High Country Pines, according to Book 15 of Maps, Pages 30 and 31, records of Navajo County, Arizona. Together with an undivided interest in the common elements as set forth in instrument recorded in Docket 761, Page 352 and in Docket 775, Page 541, records of Navajo County. Per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)(2), the successor trustee appointed here qualifies as a Trustee of the trust deed in the Trustee's capacity as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Please be advised that Nestor Solutions may require entity or trust bidders at this trustee’s sale to provide information, documentation and/or certification of the vesting instructions and the data required to be reported pursuant to FinCEN regulations effective for transfers of residential real property to covered transferees on or after March 1, 2026. The required information must be provided to the trustee before a trustee’s deed upon sale will be issued for covered transfers. Additional information regarding these regulations and the required transferee information and certifications can be found at https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/08/29/2024-19198/anti-money-laundering-regulations-for-residential-real-estate-transfers and https://www.fincen.gov/rre-faqs#D_5. ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location:1549 Mainline Road, Heber, AZ 85928 A.P.N.: 207-02-051 3 Original Principal Balance: $410,606.00 Name and address of original trustor: (as shown on the Deed of Trust) Brady Hale and Heidi Hale, husband and wife as community property with right of survivorship, 1549 Mainline Road, Heber, AZ 85928 Name and address of beneficiary: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Freedom Mortgage Corporation 11988 Exit 5 PKWY BLDG 4 Fishers IN 46037-7939 NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TRUSTEE: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Kim Quam, a member of the State Bar of Arizona Nestor Solutions, LLC 214 5th Street, Suite 205, Huntington Beach, California 92648 Phone: (888) 403-4115 Sale Lines: (888) 902-3989 Website: www.nestortrustee.com Dated: 9/25/2026 /s/Kim Quam, a member of the State Bar of Arizona State of Arizona } ss. County of Maricopa } The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me by means of communication technology on 9/25/2026 by Kim Quam, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument. /s/Barbara Johnson Commission Expires: July 17, 2027 Y93475 9983-T11/4,11,18,25 ____________________ Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae56c715aa393894432c465 Pile-ins, payouts, and pacing pressure: the investors behind the VCs open up te 2026-10-31T04:20:01.870Z Pile-ins, payouts, and pacing pressure: the investors behind the VCs open up The money behind the money is thrilled, mostly. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae56a1a5aa393894432c413 Thunder to lose Chet Holmgren for at least 2 months with knee injury amid string of early-season NBA injuries te 2026-10-31T04:10:02.902Z Thunder to lose Chet Holmgren for at least 2 months with knee injury amid string of early-season NBA injuries The Oklahoma City Thunder will have to navigate the next couple of months without one of their key players. Chet Holmgren is expected to miss between eight to ten weeks with a right knee injury, adding to a troubling string of injury news across the NBA early in the season. Oklahoma City was already braced to be without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace for potentially the rest of the regular season. The Thunder said Holmgren began experiencing knee discomfort Sunday. After discussions with multiple specialists, Holmgren underwent a biological treatment Friday for a small tear in his patellar tendon. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Wallace also had surgery Friday for a labral tear in his left shoulder. The surgery was performed in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles with Thunder medical personnel present. The guard will be evaluated again before the end of the regular season. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Williams sustained a broken left fibula and dislocated left ankle Sunday. The Thunder already said after his surgery he also would be evaluated again before the end of the regular season. Earlier this week, ESPN reported that Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards was expected to undergo an arthroscopic procedure to address discomfort in his right knee. The procedure is expected to sideline the three-time All-Star for up to two months. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae567c35aa393894432c32f Ousted Katie Zacharia Shares Halloween Guide to Dressing Up as Her te 2026-10-31T04:00:03.917Z Ousted Katie Zacharia Shares Halloween Guide to Dressing Up as Her Katie Zacharia shares the exact outfit you need to dress like her for Halloween. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae567c25aa393894432c326 Nancy Guthrie Case Update as Investigators Explore DNA Analysis te 2026-10-31T04:00:02.849Z Nancy Guthrie Case Update as Investigators Explore DNA Analysis Investigators flew to Florida to meet with lab scientists as it's been roughly 9 months since Guthrie's disappearance. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5656d5aa393894432c2f2 Havasu partygoers greet spooky season at Iron Wolf te 2026-10-31T03:50:05.460Z Havasu partygoers greet spooky season at Iron Wolf Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae560bc5aa393894432c165 Breece Hall’s Cryptic Post Has Fans Convinced Jets Are Going to Trade Him te 2026-10-31T03:30:04.729Z Breece Hall’s Cryptic Post Has Fans Convinced Jets Are Going to Trade Him Breece Hall's cryptic social media post sparks speculation that the New York Jets may potentially trade him at the trade deadline. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae560bb5aa393894432c15c Haley Stevens Could Be Paving Way for Rogers Endorsement: Ex-Obama Adviser te 2026-10-31T03:30:03.661Z Haley Stevens Could Be Paving Way for Rogers Endorsement: Ex-Obama Adviser Stevens and El-Sayed clashed days before a planned joint campaign appearance in Michigan. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae560ba5aa393894432c153 Thunder Suffer Devastating Injury Blow as Star Faces Extended Absence te 2026-10-31T03:30:02.361Z Thunder Suffer Devastating Injury Blow as Star Faces Extended Absence The Oklahoma City Thunder suffer another major setback as Chet Holmgren faces an eight-to-10-week absence with a knee injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae55e625aa393894432c0df Brewers manager reveals his biggest challenge during championship parade was not peeing himself te 2026-10-31T03:20:02.894Z Brewers manager reveals his biggest challenge during championship parade was not peeing himself A championship parade comes after all the hard work is done ... or at least that's what most of us would think. However, Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy revealed that he was put through a serious endurance test during his team's victory lap through Cream City (which sounds dirty, but I promise it isn't ... though somewhere out there, it might be. Who knows?). The Brewers' skipper hopped on stage at the end of the parade route where he took a second to talk to Brewers play-by-play man Brian Anderson. BREWERS' WORLD SERIES CELEBRATION GETS ROWDY AS STAR MAKES OUTRAGEOUS BEER PROMISE, COACH SINGS KARAOKE "I had to pee as bad as anybody has had to pee," Murphy said. Now we need to pause for a second because this is something I have never considered about championship parades: it really is an assault on one's bladder. We all know beer makes pee, but consider the sheer volume of suds you'd consume after winning the World Series. BREWERS CONTINUE WORLD SERIES CELEBRATION, RAISE COMMISSIONER’S TROPHY AT LAMBEAU FIELD DURING PACKERS GAME Now imagine the awful feeling of having to unload like Seabiscuit after a pre-race trough of water, but you're on a fire truck only halfway through the parade route. Brutal. But Murphy got the job done ... or did he? "Good job holding it together," Anderson said. "I didn't say I held it together," replied Murphy. A stroke of brilliance that makes up for not using Jacob Misiorowski to close out Game 4. That's a great joke to endear you to the crowd that is already in the palm of your hand even more. However, if there really was an accident, it clears your conscience while everyone in the crowd just thinks you're joshing. What a run Pat Murphy is on. Hopefully someone pointed him in the direction of the shiniest urinal Milwaukee has to offer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae557615aa393894432bf1a Heavy rain causes widespread flooding in Bullhead City te 2026-10-31T02:50:09.849Z Heavy rain causes widespread flooding in Bullhead City Heavy rain hit Bullhead City Friday afternoon, flooding dozens of city streets, cancelling planned events, forcing emergency crews to scramble and making travel difficult — if not impossible — for motorists. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae557605aa393894432bf11 Highway 95 at Safeway.jpg te 2026-10-31T02:50:08.893Z Highway 95 at Safeway.jpg Not only did Bullhead City motorists have to navigate flooded roads Friday afternoon, they also had to dodge rocks and debris deposited by the floodwaters. this mess accumulated just north of the Bullhead City Safeway store on Highway 95. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5575f5aa393894432bf08 Silver Creek Road just east of 95.jpg te 2026-10-31T02:50:07.904Z Silver Creek Road just east of 95.jpg Heavy rain triggered several mudslides Friday in Bullhead City, including this one near the entrance to Holiday Inn Express on Silver Creek Road just east of Highway 95. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5575e5aa393894432beff Ramar Road and Palma Road.jpg te 2026-10-31T02:50:06.873Z Ramar Road and Palma Road.jpg Heavy rain caused flooding throughout Bullhead City on Friday afternoon, including this torrent of water at the intersection of Ramar Road and Palma Road just west of Highway 95. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5550a5aa393894432be77 JuJu Watkins says she's dreamed of her first basket since ACL injury as USC looks to end title drought te 2026-10-31T02:40:10.405Z JuJu Watkins says she's dreamed of her first basket since ACL injury as USC looks to end title drought JuJu Watkins, one of the brightest young stars in women’s college basketball, is back on the court. The Southern California guard was sidelined last season while rehabbing a torn ACL. Watkins' first two seasons with the USC Trojans saw her score an average of 25.6 points per game. Now, she returns to a talented supporting cast as the No. 3 Trojans pursue their first national championship since 1984. "It’s on my mind every day," Watkins said. "So much anticipation has gone into this year. I want it really badly, but also in a healthy way. I just want to have fun and really enjoy this year." PACERS STAR TYRESE HALIBURTON MOVED TO TEARS AFTER LONG-AWAITED RETURN FROM ACHILLES INJURY Watkins added that she's already imagined what it will feel like to see her first basket go in. "I’ve had dreams about that every night. I might shed a tear, honestly, I can’t lie," she said. "That’ll be a really amazing feeling for me." Watkins scored 18 points in 22 minutes during USC’s recent exhibition win over California, offering an early glimpse of what her return could mean. She will share the backcourt with Big Ten Freshman of the Year Jazzy Davidson, who averaged 17.9 points last season. Although this will be their first season playing together, the duo began building chemistry while Watkins recovered from the injury she suffered in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. She could often be seen encouraging Davidson from the sideline. NEW FACES, NEW PLACES: FIVE TRANSFER PORTAL PLAYERS POISED FOR SUCCESS THIS COMING SEASON "She saw me being hard on myself and I think she saw a little bit of her in me," Davidson said, "and so she kind of knew what it was like going through that. Being able to build the friendship that we were able to build, it’s a huge blessing." USC’s stockpile of talent includes guard Saniyah Hall, who had 23 points, six rebounds and five steals in the Trojans’ exhibition, as well as forward Sara Okeke, one of three five-star recruits to join the roster. "They have proven that they’re going to be really impactful players at a high level," coach Lindsay Gottlieb said. Last season, Watkins would set up chairs in the locker room for the team talk on the road. It was one of the small ways she found to be useful without being on the court. "I was able to take on a leadership role for sure, and I can’t say I really owned that role prior to that," she said. "Being able to do that and also see the game from a different perspective and seeing how can I help my team really helped grow my IQ and leadership skills." The Trojans season tips off Monday in Las Vegas against UNLV in the Hall of Fame Series. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae555035aa393894432be1c Lakers Reach Major Milestone in Historic $12.5 Billion Sale te 2026-10-31T02:40:03.978Z Lakers Reach Major Milestone in Historic $12.5 Billion Sale The Lakers move closer to a record-breaking $12.5 billion ownership change as Mark Walter and Josh Kushner finalize sale terms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae555025aa393894432be13 Trump’s Florida Rally Interrupted by Protesters in Final Midterm Blitz te 2026-10-31T02:40:02.688Z Trump’s Florida Rally Interrupted by Protesters in Final Midterm Blitz Donald Trump spent his Florida rally criticizing Democrats, protestors and Robert De Niro. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5505350de3ee71ede046b Lightning Dealt Critical Blow After Top Star Demands a Trade te 2026-10-31T02:20:03.009Z Lightning Dealt Critical Blow After Top Star Demands a Trade Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov has shockingly requested a trade from the Atlantic Division club. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae54bad50de3ee71ede0378 Ex-NBA player says LeBron James should 'stand the f--- still' during national anthem te 2026-10-31T02:00:13.023Z Ex-NBA player says LeBron James should 'stand the f--- still' during national anthem Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James' habit of swaying and appearing to practice his golf swing during the national anthem has drawn significant attention this season, with even the president of the United States weighing in. Now, a former NBA player is making his feelings known, and let's just say he's not super fond of it. Former point guard Jason Williams — who spent 12 seasons in the league with the Grizzlies, Kings, Heat and Magic — co-hosts Bartsool Sports' "Hoopin’ N Hollerin'" podcast. The topic of James' anthem habits came up on the most recent episode, and he didn't hold back. LEBRON JAMES CURSES OUT KNICKS FAN IN HEATED EXCHANGE: 'I DON'T KNOW WHAT THE F--- YOU TALKING ABOUT' "I do," Williams told his co-host Adam Ferrone when asked if he had thoughts on the issue. "I think motherf---ers should just stand the f--- still during the national anthem. That’s just my opinion." Fair enough. ENES KANTER FREEDOM GOES SCORCHED EARTH ON LEBRON JAMES, NBA WITH NEW REVELATIONS AFTER WNBA FINALS INCIDENT Williams did, however, note that he didn't personally care about what LeBron was doing, but did once again note that he wished the NBA great would stand still. "You’re supposed to stand still!" he continued. "Look, they’re all dressed the same. He’s dressed different. Guaranteed he got fined because you’re all supposed to be dressed the same. You’re supposed to be standing still. When I played, that was the rules. They could’ve changed the s--- now, but I guarantee he got fined." It's important to note the NBA has not levied any fines against James for his mid-anthem warm-ups. However, Williams and President Donald Trump are not the only ones to criticize James. NBA legend and "Inside the NBA" co-host Charles Barkley also ripped him for not standing still during the anthem. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5495050de3ee71ede02e5 Buffalo Bills tap hometown heroes Goo Goo Dolls for Thanksgiving night halftime concert te 2026-10-31T01:50:08.396Z Buffalo Bills tap hometown heroes Goo Goo Dolls for Thanksgiving night halftime concert This Thanksgiving, NFL fans will once again have the opportunity to enjoy three games spread across the afternoon and evening. The Detroit Lions will open the day with their traditional early afternoon matchup, hosting the Chicago Bears. The Cowboys will follow with their long-running home game in the late-afternoon window on Fox. The third game will be played at the new Highmark Stadium, where the Buffalo Bills will host the Kansas City Chiefs. Quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen have produced several classics in recent matchups, and this year’s meeting will feature a special halftime performance. NFL'S THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE THAT FEATURES FIVE GAMES IS DEFINITELY NO TURKEY On Friday, the Bills announced the Goo Goo Dolls will perform during halftime of their Thanksgiving night game on Nov. 26. The rock band was originally formed in Buffalo. "The Goo Goo Dolls halftime performance will take place on the Bills Legends Deck, creating a unique concert experience that can be seen throughout the stadium," the Bills said in a statement. "Fans will also receive PixMob light-up bracelets at their seats, transforming the crowd into an interactive part of the show with synchronized lighting effects throughout Highmark Stadium." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE While there has been debate over whether recent halftime performances have crossed into the political realm, fans probably should not expect the Goo Goo Dolls' Thanksgiving night show to go there. During a September interview on "Everything Music" with producer Rick Beato, Goo Goo Dolls frontman John Rzeznik said he refuses to lecture concertgoers about politics. He noted that fans from across the ideological spectrum come together for the same reason: to enjoy the show. Rzeznik said live music remains important during politically divided times because political and religious differences take a back seat when he performs. "I got people, fans, friends from every walk of life, every political stripe, everything," he said. "And I always stress, we got one thing in common because we're living in weird times. We got one thing in common, and that's we're all here to see a show, and I'm not going to lecture people about anything." The Goo Goo Dolls will not be the only musical act hitting the stage on Thanksgiving. Rapper Skilla Baby will perform at halftime of the Lions-Vikings game, while country artist Miranda Lambert is scheduled to put on a show at the Cowboys-Eagles matchup later that afternoon. Fox News' CJ Womack contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5494f50de3ee71ede02dc California woman accused of killing trans son-in-law puts blames on husband in new docs: reports te 2026-10-31T01:50:07.421Z California woman accused of killing trans son-in-law puts blames on husband in new docs: reports One month after she and her husband were arrested for the murder of their trans New York Times executive son-in-law, Shili Chen claims in new legal documents that her husband is the one to blame, according to reports. Shili Chen, 77 and Shouyong Zhang were arrested on Sept. 26 for allegedly shooting Jonathan McKinsey, 40, in a crowded park in Dublin, California. In a new bail filing, Chen’s lawyers claim that the 77-year-old watched her husband fire the fatal shots at McKinsey at the Dublin Sports Grounds from inside her car, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. FATHER-IN-LAW OF TRANS NYT EXEC ADMITTED KILLING HIM, WORKED 'IN CONCERT' WITH MOTHER-IN-LAW: DOCS Her lawyer, Curtis Briggs, argued that Chen only got out of the car "to protect her husband from what she feared was an assault by Mr. McKinsey," the California Post reported. She was allegedly seen on surveillance video firing a gun at McKinsey after Zhang fired the shots that killed him. Chen’s lawyers argued she was kept "in the dark" while Zhang planned McKinsey’s murder. Zhang allegedly admitted to the fatal shooting just days after when video footage of the attack was shown to him, court documents obtained by Fox News Digital showed. Zhang told police that he asked his wife to drive to the park but didn’t explain why, according to the Chronicle. Prosecutors accused the couple of "lying in wait" at the park for McKinsey before the shooting, but her lawyer claims there isn’t enough evidence to prove that on Chen's part. That special circumstance has been used to hold the couple without bail. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Both Chen and Zhang are asking for pretrial release. In a separate filing, Zhang’s public defender argued that he didn’t pose a threat because of his age and health and because the shooting was an isolated family incident. Chen’s lawyer argues that she wasn’t the "actual killer" since she shot McKinsey when he was already dead. Several 911 callers reported gunfire at the Dublin Sports Grounds before a Dublin Police Services sergeant arrived and found McKinsey lying face up with multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Witnesses pointed police toward a black Honda Civic leaving the parking lot, leading officers to conduct a high-risk traffic stop nearby, the filings state. Chen was driving and allegedly had a firearm in her possession when she was detained, while Zhang was in the passenger seat. Three witnesses identified Chen and Zhang as the shooters, while surveillance video allegedly captured the couple opening fire "in concert" on McKinsey. Police said the couple started shooting in a crowded park's parking lot with "blatant disregard for public safety," even as several children were nearby. OREGON TEACHER WHO WRESTLED SHOTGUN FROM SCHOOL GUNMAN SHARES EMOTIONAL MESSAGE AFTER ATTACK Police later searched the Honda and recovered a second firearm that Zhang allegedly admitted using in the shooting. The complaint alleges the killing involved "great violence" and acts showing a "high degree of cruelty, viciousness, or callousness." Prosecutors also allege both defendants were armed or used a weapon during the killing. McKinsey's killing came amid a bitter divorce and custody battle with Chen and Zhang's daughter, Candice Jang. McKinsey accused Chen of directing anti-LGBTQ slurs at him and one of his children and alleged Zhang struck him in the chest while he was recovering from double mastectomy surgery, The Mercury News reported. Jang made competing allegations of domestic violence and child abuse against McKinsey, which he disputed. Fox News Digital reviewed court dockets showing McKinsey and Jang were locked in multiple legal battles when McKinsey was killed, including competing domestic violence restraining order cases, a child custody dispute and a pending divorce. Jang sought a domestic violence restraining order against McKinsey in October 2025, while McKinsey filed his own request two months later. The competing domestic violence matters were headed toward a three-day hearing in December. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae544a150de3ee71eddfe52 Hulk Hogan's widow faces negligence claim after minor was allegedly raped at son's party: report te 2026-10-31T01:30:09.178Z Hulk Hogan's widow faces negligence claim after minor was allegedly raped at son's party: report Sky Daily, the widow of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, and her son have reportedly been named in a lawsuit that claims a minor was sexually assaulted at a party for which she supplied alcohol. Hogan's stepson, Hayden Hitt, allegedly threw a party while Daily was at a Real American wrestling event on March 28, and Daily is accused of purchasing the alcohol despite knowing minors would be in attendance, TMZ reported. The reported lawsuit says that a minor, identified as Jane B. Doe, was raped by a minor boy, John B. Doe, after taking a sip of a Four Loko and losing consciousness. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Hitt, reportedly, is alleged to have advertised Jane B. Doe as "free p---y" and held an "auction" to have sex with her. John B. Doe raped her for "several hours," the reported suit claims. She retrieved a used condom but says Daily got rid of the other two as well as blood-stained sheets. Jane B. Doe claims to have suffered from vaginal and anal trauma. Jane B. Doe is reportedly suing Daily and Hitt for negligence and John B. Doe for sexual assault, battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER A second lawsuit filed by a separate Jane Doe claims that Hitt was repeatedly violent with her while she lived with Hitt and Daily. Alleged screenshots of messages from Doe to Daily said Hitt "shoved me all the way from the door into the clothes rack." "I’m sorry he’s acting out. Now is not the time to talk sense. Always wait till the morning," Daily allegedly answered, according to TMZ. The next day, Hitt allegedly texted Jane Doe asking if she was pressing charges but unsent the message. Jane Doe is suing the mother and son for emotional distress, Hitt for battery and Daily for a civil claim related to criminal practices. A listed spokesperson for Daily did not respond to a request for comment. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, died in July 2025 at the age of 71. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5449a50de3ee71eddfde1 Nvidia weighs playing the cosigner for Nscale’s AI data center in West Virginia te 2026-10-31T01:30:02.381Z Nvidia weighs playing the cosigner for Nscale’s AI data center in West Virginia When investors get nervous about AI spending, it helps to have the chipmaker that sells the chips offer to cosign the loan. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5424950de3ee71eddfb80 Sheriff's department gives update on Nancy Guthrie case 9 months after kidnapping te 2026-10-31T01:20:09.280Z Sheriff's department gives update on Nancy Guthrie case 9 months after kidnapping The Pima County Sheriff’s Department gave an update on the Nancy Guthrie missing person’s case on Friday, saying the department continues to work with the Nancy Guthrie Task Force on DNA analysis in an effort to advance the case.  "Earlier this month, investigators traveled to Florida to meet with lab scientists to see what more could be done to advance this case."  The department reminded the public that no tip is too small.  "Even the smallest piece of information could be critical to this investigation," the department said.  Guthrie, NBC journalist Savannah Guthrie’s mother, was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona, on Feb. 1. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53fec50de3ee71eddfaab Kirk Cousins Linked to Shocking Playoff Contender Amid Fernando Mendoza Rumors te 2026-10-31T01:10:04.719Z Kirk Cousins Linked to Shocking Playoff Contender Amid Fernando Mendoza Rumors The Raiders could be close to turning the offense over to rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, and Kirk Cousins could become expendable. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53feb50de3ee71eddfaa2 Commanders Suffer Staggering Injury News on $90 Million Star te 2026-10-31T01:10:03.475Z Commanders Suffer Staggering Injury News on $90 Million Star Is this the final nail in the coffin when it comes to Washington’s playoff hopes? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53fea50de3ee71eddfa99 Longtime Texas Republican Says GOP Has Become a 'Cult' te 2026-10-31T01:10:02.220Z Longtime Texas Republican Says GOP Has Become a 'Cult' Former Republican Congressman Alan Steelman of Texas said the GOP is now a "cult organized around one man." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53d9750de3ee71eddfa07 Why Cancer Is a Major Issue in Iowa’s Heated Race for Governor te 2026-10-31T01:00:07.881Z Why Cancer Is a Major Issue in Iowa’s Heated Race for Governor High cancer rates have exposed a fault line in Iowa politics between public health and the interests of the powerful agriculture industry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53d9650de3ee71eddf9fe If Trump Gets Another Supreme Court Pick, MAGA Wants a Loyalist te 2026-10-31T01:00:06.600Z If Trump Gets Another Supreme Court Pick, MAGA Wants a Loyalist For years, Supreme Court aspirants have avoided talking about how they might rule. Trump’s frustrations with his first-term picks could change that. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53d9550de3ee71eddf9f5 Beware of Election Night Mirages te 2026-10-31T01:00:05.387Z Beware of Election Night Mirages Early race counts on election night can sometimes differ sharply from the final outcome. Christine Zhang, our election data reporter, explains the reasons behind red and blue “mirages.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53d9350de3ee71eddf9ce Judge Blocks Expediting Migrant Children’s Asylum Cases, For Now te 2026-10-31T01:00:03.192Z Judge Blocks Expediting Migrant Children’s Asylum Cases, For Now Lawyers for the children praised the pause on fast-tracked interviews of unaccompanied minors, calling it a blow against the Trump administration’s “deportation assembly line.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae53b3a50de3ee71eddf911 Elon Musk Warns 2028 Democratic Sweep Could Mean ‘End of Democracy’ te 2026-10-31T00:50:02.808Z Elon Musk Warns 2028 Democratic Sweep Could Mean ‘End of Democracy’ Musk laid out his concerns if Democrats win the majority, while urging voters to back Republican senators in the midterms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae538e950de3ee71eddf8cd 'The View' co-hosts agree Democrats should not impeach Trump if party wins back control of Congress te 2026-10-31T00:40:09.474Z 'The View' co-hosts agree Democrats should not impeach Trump if party wins back control of Congress "The View" co-hosts agreed with former Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday that impeachment would not be a good use of the Democratic Party’s time and resources if the party wins back control of Congress in the midterm elections. Harris warned Tuesday on "The Parnas Perspective" podcast, "I think that going on in the direction of impeachment is not a good idea. OK, just to be honest with you. Because we have limited resources and I think the energy and the resources need to be put into accountability, need to be put into investigations and that's where the time should be spent. Remember I was in the Senate for the last go-round and the votes aren't there, right? So that's how I feel." After playing a clip of Harris' comments, "The View" co-hosts agreed with her assessment.  "In terms of Trump, no, I don't think that's what should be on the agenda," co-host Sunny Hostin said. "Hakeem Jeffries — who I believe will be the next Speaker of the House, after November — he has a plan for 100 days which includes tax credits, taking care of the tax credits, limiting ICE and also stock trades. And then he's got a plan for the first 100 hours. Which would include, you know, just undoing a lot of unpopular Trump policies. So I think there is a plan in place that Democrats have, and it may not include impeaching Trump." KAMALA HARRIS BREAKS WITH LEFT FLANK, WARNS DEMS THAT IMPEACHING TRUMP IS 'NOT A GOOD IDEA' "I think that Democrats have to be realistic of what's achievable," co-host Ana Navarro said. "We are four days away from the election. So before we start talking about what Democrats are going to do once they win, they've got to make sure they win. People have to focus not on all of the conversation about impeachment and what is going to happen but rather on getting out the vote and getting people to the polls so that the American people decide who they want in power in the House and in the Senate." "There's a limit to what Democrats are going to be able to do even if they win the House, even if they win the House and the Senate, because Donald Trump is still president," she continued. "Legislation in this country needs to be signed by the president. If not, it needs to have a veto-proof majority. And I think that's going to be very difficult to achieve. I'm completely against impeachment." "There's one hundred other ways to hold Donald Trump and his administration accountable," Navarro added. "Impeachment is an exercise that's moot if you don't have the 67 votes in the Senate required to indict." Joy Behar pointed to former President Richard Nixon's resignation from office after Republican lawmakers warned him that he lacked sufficient Senate support to avoid conviction if impeached and said of Trump, "If we don't have the votes to convict, there's no point in impeaching." DEM MAKING SENATE COMEBACK BID SAYS HE WOULDN'T SUPPORT A TRUMP IMPEACHMENT PUSH Sara Haines also agreed, arguing that many of Trump’s supporters are now angry with him for breaking campaign promises and that Democrats could capitalize on their dissatisfaction by delivering on their own promises. "It's important to recognize the moment," she said. "Donald Trump was elected and promised things he never touched. He's been remodeling, redecorating, working to revenge, all the things. The voters were left high and dry, which is why we're seeing some red states flip full to blue," she said. "That's why we are watching this campaigning." "They need to see someone got in there, hold them accountable, do the investigations, fine," Haines continued. "But really show the American people that what they promised, to fix all these things, that immediately there's action taken. Even if it can't get past the president. Spin the wheels! Show the people that you are putting up policy, that you are taking things to vote, that you are actually acting for the people that put you there." "Impeachment is not where the focus should be," Alyssa Farah Griffin said. "It costs actually a lot of money to do a trial, do the investigation." "What I think is important is there are day-one things that would be beneficial for all Americans and a lot of Republicans would be on board with, that a Democratic Congress could do," she continued. "Repealing Trump's tarrifs, that is the power of the purse controlled by Congress and trying to wind down or pause the war in Iran. Those are things you should get Republican votes to do. That will bring down people's fuel prices. Those are where the focus should be." Earlier this month, veteran Democratic strategist James Carville also warned Democrats against impeaching Trump if the party wins control of Congress in the midterms.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Democratic strategist and co-host of "The Huddle" podcast Dan Turrentine told Fox News Digital, "Neither the Senate arithmetic nor the American people are there. Folks are angry with the President about the economy, tariffs, healthcare, the war with Iran, corruption. They feel he is focused on everything but them." "Our job is to fight for the real lives of real people, solving their problems, while providing appropriate oversight of the Executive branch and trusting the electorate provides accountability," he added. "The quickest path back to the minority or continuing to be on the outside, looking into The White House, is to focus on revenge and score settling." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5369250de3ee71eddf83f NHL's reigning MVP Nikita Kucherov reportedly asks Lightning for trade in stunning move te 2026-10-31T00:30:10.582Z NHL's reigning MVP Nikita Kucherov reportedly asks Lightning for trade in stunning move According to multiple reports, Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov — the reigning Hart Memorial Trophy-winner as the NHL's MVP — has informed the team that he will not re-sign and would like a trade. Go ahead and pick your jaw up off the floor after that one. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported that Kucherov had informed the team and his teammates of his plans to sign elsewhere when his 8-year, $76 million deal ends after this season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE On top of that, Friedman reports that the two-time Hart Trophy winner and two-time Stanley Cup champion has asked the club for a trade, though Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois and Kucherov’s agent, Dan Milstein, declined to comment. The prevailing thought was that Kucherov would almost certainly re-sign with the Lightning. He's been their centerpiece through three runs to the Stanley Cup Final and the team is still playing well. They're currently third in the Atlantic Division, just two points out of first place. LIGHTNING CAPTAIN VICTOR HEDMAN OPENS UP ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH ABSENCE AFTER FIRST-ROUND PLAYOFF EXIT However, if Friedman's report proves to be on the money, things could get wild. If Kucherov has indeed indicated he won’t re-sign, the Lightning will obviously look to trade him rather than let the reigning league MVP walk for nothing. The 33-year-old Russian currently has a modified no-trade clause, which shouldn't be too limiting when it comes to getting a deal done. The problem may be that the Lightning will want a hefty return for such a high-end player, while potential trade partners will likely want assurances that paying a high price will secure Kucherov's services beyond this season. So far this season, Kucherov has 4 goals and 11 assists in 14 games. Last season he had 130 points (44G, 86A), which was his fourth-straight season with over 110 points. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5368b50de3ee71eddf7e9 Bears DT Jeffery Simmons Addresses Backlash Over Caleb Williams Trash Talk te 2026-10-31T00:30:03.745Z Bears DT Jeffery Simmons Addresses Backlash Over Caleb Williams Trash Talk After being traded to the Bears, defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons addressed his previous trash talk about Caleb Williams. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5368a50de3ee71eddf7e0 Indiana Fever Make Major Front Office Addition Amid Organizational Shakeup te 2026-10-31T00:30:02.365Z Indiana Fever Make Major Front Office Addition Amid Organizational Shakeup Indiana Fever make another key front office addition as they face growing pressure to build a contender around Caitlin Clark. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5343850de3ee71eddf798 Oregon teacher who wrestled shotgun from school gunman shares emotional message after attack te 2026-10-31T00:20:08.224Z Oregon teacher who wrestled shotgun from school gunman shares emotional message after attack An Oregon elementary school teacher who fought a teenage gunman during a deadly school shooting earlier this month has broken her silence, describing the tragedy as a loss she will carry with her forever. Cassidy Schutz, a certified learning specialist at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, released her first public statement Friday through Bend-La Pine Schools, just over two weeks after the Oct. 15 attack left three children and a teacher dead. "There are no words to describe the depth of sadness I am feeling following the events of October 15th. This is not a story. This is a horrific and heartbreaking tragedy, and it is our real lives," Schutz said in the statement. HERO DAD WHO TOOK DOWN OREGON SCHOOL SHOOTER IDENTIFIED ALONG WITH TEACHER, STUDENT BOTH KILLED IN ATTACK "My thoughts are with those who were lost, their families, those who were hurt, and those who were there that day. My heart is with you. It all happened so fast, and I wish with everything in me that we had more time. The pain of this loss I will carry with me forever." Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz previously credited Schutz with throwing her cellphone at the shooter and wrestling him for control of his shotgun during the attack. Schutz also asked for privacy as she continues to heal. INJURED BEND, OREGON, TEACHER TRIED TO SHUT CLASSROOM DOOR DURING SCHOOL SHOOTING BEFORE PLAYING DEAD "There are no words for this unimaginable reality we are facing. My focus is on these families, our team, our school, and my own healing," she said. "As I continue to navigate this, I ask that you please give me the time, space, and privacy I need to heal. I will not be making any additional public statements at this time." The shooting unfolded when a 16-year-old former student entered the school and opened fire inside a classroom serving students with special needs, according to police. Teacher Megan Lambert, 25, and three students, including 5-year-old Rhoam Summer and two other children, ages 8 and 11, were killed. DEMOCRATS' LATEST GUN-CONTROL PUSH RUNS INTO INCONVENIENT FACT ABOUT HOW SCHOOL KILLER WAS STOPPED Another teacher, Becky Drury, and a 7-year-old girl were wounded but survived. Drury previously told Fox News Digital she tried to close her classroom door after spotting the gunman but was shot before she could stop him from entering. She suffered severe injuries to both arms and pretended to be dead to avoid being shot again before hero dad Kaylub Giamanco, 36, shot the attacker dead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae531db50de3ee71eddf6b7 Trump Endorses Lauren Boebert Months After Calling Her ‘Dumb’ te 2026-10-31T00:10:03.775Z Trump Endorses Lauren Boebert Months After Calling Her ‘Dumb’ Trump gave Boebert his “total endorsement” months after threatening to withdraw his support over her backing of Thomas Massie. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae531da50de3ee71eddf6ae Bills Emerge as Potential Landing Spot for Coveted Pro Bowl Defensive Back te 2026-10-31T00:10:02.645Z Bills Emerge as Potential Landing Spot for Coveted Pro Bowl Defensive Back The Buffalo Bills pass defense ranks 31st in the NFL, and an ESPN analyst thinks trading for a multi-time Pro Bowler could fix it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae52f8350de3ee71eddf635 Justice Dept. Confirms Alaska Inquiry Even as Its Focus Remains Unclear te 2026-10-31T00:00:03.011Z Justice Dept. Confirms Alaska Inquiry Even as Its Focus Remains Unclear Democrats and former officials have accused the department of pursuing a political goal in the guise of a legal one: to publicize a scheme, sordid but not illegal under state law, damaging to Democrats. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae52d3550de3ee71eddf53f Selma Blair breaks silence weeks after arrest for alleged assault te 2026-10-30T23:50:13.677Z Selma Blair breaks silence weeks after arrest for alleged assault Selma Blair on Friday apologized following her arrest after an alleged altercation with flight attendants on a Delta flight earlier this month. The 54-year-old actress said her lawyers had advised her not to say anything because of the ongoing legal matter, but added that she could say: "Not one day ever have I intended to hurt or frighten anyone a day in my life. And so to the people I disappointed, that I hurt, I frightened, alarmed I am so sorry." In the emotional Instagram video, taken in what appeared to be her home, she added that she would be taking care of her health and her son "and thinking of you all with gratitude and love." Blair was arrested for assault and arraigned on Monday, Oct. 12, on two counts of second-degree assault stemming from alleged attacks on a Port Authority police officer and a nurse following her arrival at John F. Kennedy International Airport from Los Angeles. Police had responded to a call about a "physically abusive passenger" aboard Delta Flight 938. SELMA BLAIR'S REP SPEAKS OUT AFTER STAR'S ARREST: ‘MUCH MORE TO THIS STORY’ Blair pleaded not guilty. The judge set bail at $20,000 cash/$60,000 bond/ $60,000 partially secured bond. She's expected in court in January 2027. "On Sunday October 11 at approximately 11pm at JFK Airport, PAPD responded to a call about a physically abusive passenger aboard Delta Airlines flight 938 which was parked at the gate after arrival from LAX," New York Port Authority officials confirmed to Fox News Digital. "Suspect was identified as Selma Blair, a 54-year-old woman. She was taken into custody and transported to the hospital for evaluation." According to court documents, Blair was restrained on a stretcher at the airport but freed her leg, and allegedly kicked an officer in the face, neck and chest, causing substantial swelling. A nurse at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where Blair was taken, alleged that the actress kicked her in the chest while moving her. Delta confirmed that law enforcement officials responded to an incident upon arrival to John F. Kennedy International Airport, a flight which departed out of Los Angeles earlier in the day. "Delta has zero tolerance for unruly or unlawful behavior, as the safety of our customers and crew always comes first," Delta said in a statement. Sources told TMZ that Blair allegedly punched one flight attendant and bit another in the middle of the flight. Law enforcement officials confirmed Blair was also separately served with a summons by the FBI, and is currently facing one charge of assault. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE At the time, the New York Post reported that Blair's lawyer told the court that the actress "missed several doses of… a powerful medication that controls severe neurological symptoms." Representatives for Blair later shared a lengthy statement with People, saying the actress "did not intend to harm anyone." "Since Sunday night, the public account of what happened to Selma aboard a flight to New York has been built almost entirely on a police statement and a decade-old headline," the spokesperson said. "A handful of journalists have taken the time to report on Selma as a human being rather than a headline, and we are grateful to them," the statement continued. "But fair reporting has been the exception, and in the space left by our silence, speculation has hardened into something being treated as fact. We can, however, correct the record on a few points already in public circulation. Selma Blair experienced a medical emergency on the flight. There was no attempt to open the door of the aircraft. Selma did not intend to harm anyone." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE The statement also addressed rumors the actress does not in fact have multiple sclerosis, a diagnosis she went public with in 2018. The spokesperson called those rumors "outrageous," noting, "What Selma has been able to do physically in the years since is nothing short of a miracle." It concluded, "There is much more to this story than has been reported, and we ask to consider the entirety of the facts before rushing to judgment, whether in the courtroom or in the court of public opinion." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae52d3450de3ee71eddf527 DAVID MARCUS: California transplants in Texas are voting Democrat and they see no irony in it te 2026-10-30T23:50:12.299Z DAVID MARCUS: California transplants in Texas are voting Democrat and they see no irony in it McKinney, Texas, is ground zero for the migration of voters from California to Texas over the past several years. On Election Day, it is these newcomers who may well tip the balance not just in the Senate and governor's races, but also whether the once ruby-red Lone Star State will continue to grow bluer. I met Oren at The Celt on the picture-postcard town square, where we played a friendly game of pool. He moved from California about a year ago "because it’s a lot cheaper to live," but is voting for Democrats because he believes that Texas needs "more social services and public transit," as well as more support for transgender kids. When I gently tried to press Oren on the apparent illogic of moving away from a high-tax, big-government blue state for reasons of cost — only to vote to make his new home a high-tax, big-government state — he was unmoved, almost arguing that real California progressivism has never been tried. FOX NEWS POLL: TEXAS SENATE RACE GALLOPING TOWARD A PHOTO FINISH It turns out that Oren was not as much of an outlier as I had expected because, not long after, I met Daniel, who works at a local restaurant and moved to McKinney a few years ago with his best friend and girlfriend to start a business. He has also proudly brought his politics with him. "It’s in the Constitution," Daniel told Fox News Digital, going on to say, "We can go anywhere we want, it's meant to be that way." When I asked him if he could understand why so many people born and raised in Texas are worried about transplants changing its politics, he shrugged and said, "Things change." JOE ROGAN WARNS LIBERALS AGAINST TRYING TO TURN TEXAS BLUE, SAYS IT WOULD WRECK THE STATE'S 'DELICATE BALANCE' In the space of about five hours, I met two more refugees from California prepared to keep voting for Democrats. Like Oren and Daniel, they really did not see any irony in the fact that they may be recreating in Texas exactly the conditions they escaped in California. The natives, however, do see the problem with the Californication of Texas. Terry, a longtime local in her 60s, told me, "I love to see the growth, and there’s a lot of it, but if they bring Democratic politics with them, then we stand to lose the whole thing bringing people here." Clint, who was in town from his home just on the other side of the Oklahoma border, is worried not just about Texas turning blue through domestic migration, but even about the Sooner State eventually turning blue. TRUMP WON THIS RELIABLY RED STATE BY DOUBLE DIGITS. NOW A DEADLOCKED RACE IS BRINGING HIM BACK "I cannot comprehend why someone would move from a state because there’s high taxes and then come down here and vote for high taxes, I just can’t comprehend it," Clint told Fox News Digital, adding, "and I’ve asked them to explain it to me, but they just cuss me out." Thankfully, nobody cussed out this columnist for asking, but Clint is correct that the liberal transplants see no problem with transforming the red states they arrive in into blue states, and it's not just Texas. Arizona and even Montana have seen influxes of liberal California voters. West Virginians have similar fears regarding their neighbors to the south in Northern Virginia, who are also attracted by the low taxes and cost of living. ELECTION DAY 2026: JOIN AMERICA'S CONVERSATION HERE! In Texas, there is a kind of double-pincer political invasion because, along with the Cali converts, unchecked immigration — illegal and otherwise — over decades has also pushed the needle left in the state. This is, in a nutshell, the new Democratic Party coalition: wealthy, college-educated Whites and immigrants. The bottom line for Republicans — not just in Texas but in many red states — is that Americans are moving at stunning rates to cheaper states, which almost always means Republican states. The good news is that red states stand to gain in the Electoral College and in Congress after the next census, but that won’t matter if Democrats take them over. Between now and then, and especially on Tuesday, "Don’t you turn my red state blue" has to be the mantra of the GOP. If Texas falls this time, then anywhere can, and that is exactly what the Democrats moving to red states are hoping for and creating. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae52d2a50de3ee71eddf45b Luka Doncic Draws James Harden Comparison in Worst Way Possible te 2026-10-30T23:50:02.959Z Luka Doncic Draws James Harden Comparison in Worst Way Possible Channing Frye compares Luka Doncic to James Harden, questioning whether the Lakers star can truly lead them to an NBA title. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae52ad450de3ee71eddf03e FBI Resources 'Surge' Into Alaska Election Probe: ‘It Is Serious Now’ te 2026-10-30T23:40:04.324Z FBI Resources 'Surge' Into Alaska Election Probe: ‘It Is Serious Now’ Federal authorities have surged resources into a probe of claims that a namesake candidate was recruited to confuse Alaska voters. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae52ad350de3ee71eddf035 Woman Raises Siblings After Dad's Murder—Decades Later Comes a Surprise  te 2026-10-30T23:40:03.033Z Woman Raises Siblings After Dad's Murder—Decades Later Comes a Surprise  Misty Fields started taking care of her siblings the day after she graduated from high school. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5287d50de3ee71eddef9d Danita Johnson Brought Lessons From WNBA to MLS at D.C. United te 2026-10-30T23:30:05.280Z Danita Johnson Brought Lessons From WNBA to MLS at D.C. United The president for D.C. United and Audi Field spoke with Newsweek about her career in sports and the United's future. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5287b50de3ee71eddef94 Judge Mocks Trump's Arch Security Claim as She Weighs Construction Halt te 2026-10-30T23:30:03.989Z Judge Mocks Trump's Arch Security Claim as She Weighs Construction Halt A federal judge is weighing a halt to Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5287a50de3ee71eddef75 Salesforce’s M&A spree continues with a reported $375M deal for defense tech startup Rune te 2026-10-30T23:30:02.278Z Salesforce’s M&A spree continues with a reported $375M deal for defense tech startup Rune The AI logistics startup will bolster the CRM giant's Missionforce defense platform. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5262b50de3ee71eddeee1 Battleground Republican declares he is 'stronger than ever' as he addresses scrutiny over missed votes te 2026-10-30T23:20:11.265Z Battleground Republican declares he is 'stronger than ever' as he addresses scrutiny over missed votes Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-N.J., is responding to questions about missed congressional votes after a monthslong hospitalization for depression, saying he is "stronger than ever" as he seeks re-election in New Jersey's competitive 7th District. Speaking on "The Fox News Rundown" podcast, Kean discussed his hospital stay earlier this year, explaining that his absence from Congress was due to a medical emergency. "Nobody can schedule a medical emergency, and we were able to discuss and tell people while I was in the hospital that we [had] a medical situation in the family with me," he told Fox News’ Mike Emanuel. REPUBLICAN CONGRESSMAN WILL END MONTHSLONG ABSENCE FROM DC AFTER MISSING 135 ROLL CALL VOTES "I also spoke on the House floor when I returned that I'd been in the hospital for depression because I want to get rid of the stigma associated with any mental health condition." In June, Kean returned to the House and disclosed that he had been diagnosed with depression after spending months in the hospital receiving treatment. MISSING GOP CONGRESSMAN REVEALS HE'S 'MORE ENERGIZED THAN EVER' TO RETURN TO WASHINGTON Kean had been absent from Congress since early March, missing more than 100 votes before publicly disclosing his diagnosis.  The extended absence drew calls for transparency from lawmakers in both parties and became a focal point for his Democratic challenger, former Navy helicopter pilot Rebecca Bennett, in the competitive district. Emanuel asked Kean whether his absence had affected his standing with voters. SWING-SEAT REPUBLICAN SIDELINED BY 'SERIOUS' ILLNESS MISSES 88 VOTES AS MAJORITY HANGS BY THREAD "As I said, I'm feeling stronger than ever. And I tell them the same issue that I just talked to you about. The fact that I had to treat my own mental health, I had to take that seriously," Kean said. "I was in the hospital for those months that I was away. I spoke on the House floor that I had depression, and now we need to get rid of any stigma associated with mental health treatment." Kean also pointed to his legislative record, highlighting his work on bipartisan legislation in New Jersey that sought to require health insurers to provide equal coverage for mental and physical health treatment. He said he continues to pursue similar efforts in Washington. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5262a50de3ee71eddeed8 EXCLUSIVE: ICE captures illegal alien at center of NYC manhunt after sanctuary city release te 2026-10-30T23:20:10.290Z EXCLUSIVE: ICE captures illegal alien at center of NYC manhunt after sanctuary city release EXCLUSIVE: Federal immigration officers arrested an illegal alien accused of attacking a New York City police officer Friday, ending a manhunt sparked by his release from local custody despite repeated U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer requests, Fox News Digital has learned. Alpha Bah, an illegal immigrant from Guinea, was taken into custody at approximately 3:25 p.m. after ICE officers tracked him to a temporary residence in New York City, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official told Fox News Digital. Officers with ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) developed intelligence about Bah's last known temporary residence Friday, and established surveillance in the surrounding area, the official said. HOUSE REPORT SAYS NYC PROSECUTORS TAILORED PLEA DEALS TO SHIELD ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS FROM DEPORTATION At approximately 2:22 p.m., officers spotted a man matching Bah's description leaving the residence and meeting several unidentified individuals on a nearby public street. Officers continued monitoring him rather than immediately approaching because several school-aged children were in the area. About an hour later, officers spotted Bah alone and approached him while displaying police and ICE identification. They confirmed his identity through biographical questions, a photograph and Mobile Fortify, a biometric identification tool. Officers informed Bah of an administrative immigration arrest warrant and took him into custody without incident. He was transported to 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan for post-arrest processing, according to the official. The arrest comes after Fox News Digital reported that NYC authorities released Bah despite repeated requests from federal immigration officials to hold him in custody. EXCLUSIVE: NYC OFFICIALS REFUSE ICE HOLD FOR ILLEGAL ALIEN ACCUSED IN ARSON THAT KILLED 4 AND INJURED 7: DHS Bah was initially arrested Oct. 7 on charges of aggravated assault on a police officer with a deadly weapon, resisting arrest, obstructing governmental administration and intent to obtain transportation without paying, according to DHS. ICE lodged a detainer with Queens Central Booking, but Bah was released without federal immigration authorities being notified, DHS previously said. The case drew criticism from federal immigration officials, who accused New York City's sanctuary policies of allowing Bah to return to the streets despite the pending immigration detainer. "This illegal alien from Guinea was arrested for assaulting a police officer with a deadly weapon. Despite these violent charges, New York City sanctuary politicians refused to honor ICE’s detainer and RELEASED him back onto the streets, and he remains at large," DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said in a statement prior to Friday's arrest. "DHS is calling on Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani to knock it off with these evil sanctuary policies before another American gets hurt, or worse." Fox News Digital's Hannah Brennan and Peter D'Abrosca contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5262450de3ee71eddeeb5 Our future depends on more affordable homes te 2026-10-30T23:20:04.504Z Our future depends on more affordable homes Michael Carbone America cannot remain a great power if young people cannot afford to marry and raise children. Building more homes, especially modest starter homes, is essential to helping young Americans put down roots and build a future. The consequences of our housing shortage reach far beyond local zoning decisions. They affect our families, our population, and ultimately our national interest. The warning signs are unmistakable. The United States recorded about 3.61 million births in 2025, down one percent from 2024, while the general fertility rate fell to 53.1 births per 1,000 women ages 15–44. The Congressional Budget Office now projects that, beginning in 2030, annual deaths will exceed births, putting the U.S. population at risk of shrinking for the first time in the country’s 250-year history. At the same time, the first rung of the housing ladder is disappearing. Freddie Mac estimates America is short roughly 3.7 million homes. The National Association of Realtors reports in its 2025 survey that first-time buyers accounted for a record-low 21 percent of purchasers, while their median age reached a record high of 40. Homeownership is not a prerequisite for marriage or having children. But space, stability, affordability, and financial security matter when couples decide whether to marry and have children. History demonstrates how access to homeownership can influence decisions about having children. A 2025 National Bureau of Economic Research paper estimates that expanding FHA and VA mortgage insurance produced about three million additional births from 1935 through 1957, roughly 10 percent of the excess births associated with the baby boom. For too many young Americans, buying a first home and starting a family are becoming goals they must postpone. Those delays have consequences for America’s future. Strong families are the foundation of a strong country. Children first learn responsibility, discipline, sacrifice, trust, and the importance of caring for others at home. Studies also show that homeownership increases personal responsibility and encourages people to become more invested in their communities. These values shape the next generation of Americans and strengthen our country as a whole. America’s ability to compete with rival nations also depends on its people: workers, engineers, entrepreneurs, taxpayers, caregivers, and future service members. Extensive research shows that children raised in stable, intact families generally have better outcomes across a wide range of measures. Strong families help prepare the next generation to take on the responsibilities of citizenship, contribute to our economy, and defend our country. But as fewer children are born, America faces a smaller next generation, making it harder to sustain the workforce and leadership our country will need. Housing alone cannot reverse that trend, but policies that artificially restrict construction make it harder for young Americans to settle down and raise children. The consequences extend far beyond the housing market. Foreign adversaries know it. In 2024, three House committees investigated Chinese funding of U.S.-based environmental NGOs: Energy and Commerce; Science, Space, and Technology; and Natural Resources. Environmental organizations and litigants have used climate, habitat, land-conservation, water, and anti-sprawl arguments to challenge major housing developments. Arizona offers a clear example. According to the Common Sense Institute, our state faces a long-term shortage of over 100,000 housing units, yet hundreds of thousands of acres of potentially developable State Trust Land sit near existing urban areas. Many of the individuals who wrote our state’s groundwater laws are also ardent anti-sprawl activists. They believe building new homes outside urban areas is “unsustainable” and have weaponized those laws to block development in more affordable areas. When government restricts where homes can be built, young families have fewer affordable options. Anti-sprawl environmental advocacy deserves serious scrutiny, especially when American growth and development are at stake. America must reject efforts, whether foreign-funded or domestic, that use environmental arguments to obstruct new housing, essential infrastructure, and the resources American families need for an abundant and prosperous future. If we believe in strong families and a strong America, our policies should reflect those priorities. We need to open more land for development, invest in infrastructure, expand water supplies, speed up permitting, and make it possible to build millions more homes Americans can afford. Housing affordability is essential to the national interest. America’s future depends on young people being able to afford a home and raise a family. Michael Carbone is the Republican majority leader of the Arizona House of Representatives and represents Legislative District 25. The post Our future depends on more affordable homes first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae523d850de3ee71eddee6e Nez: Enough is enough at the gas pump te 2026-10-30T23:10:16.179Z Nez: Enough is enough at the gas pump Today I filled up my truck with gas. $138.75. I hear some f-bombs being hurled on the other side of the pump. These fuel prices are getting out of hand. I live in Northern Arizona about 130 miles from my ranch. With fuel prices soaring, I’ve had to think twice about every trip I make to haul supplies out there. When I make trips to visit residents down in Maricopa, I feel it there, too. Every mile costs more, and working families across Arizona are being forced to pay the price. I’m fiscally responsible. I believe in living within your means and making your money work for you. But when a tank of gas and diesel costs this much, enough is enough. Just a year ago, the diesel average was $3.70 a gallon. Today, it is over $6.05. The same 25-gallon tank that cost $92 last year now costs more than $160. That’s money that could put food on the table for my family. It could pay my phone bill. It could stay in my family’s pocket. Instead, Washington’s war with Iran is making life more expensive for American families. I expect more from Congressman Eli Crane, and you should too. Crane has had every chance to end this costly war. Six times, he voted to keep it going, leaving us to pay the price. That isn’t lawmaking, it’s cowardice. And Crane is afraid to stand up for us. Arizona needs someone willing to say enough is enough when Washington policies make life harder for working families. Crane has had his chance. It’s time for new leadership. Jonathan Nez The post Nez: Enough is enough at the gas pump appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae523d250de3ee71eddee4d California dad of 5 says charter school rejected books that even mentioned God, 'Publisher blacklist' te 2026-10-30T23:10:10.909Z California dad of 5 says charter school rejected books that even mentioned God, 'Publisher blacklist' A California father of five says his family's public charter school rejected homeschooling materials that merely mentioned God or faith, even when the books met state academic standards, forcing his family to pay out of pocket for educational resources he says other parents could access with public funds. John Woolard told Fox News Digital that he and his wife initially had no problems using a public charter school program that allowed them to educate their children at home. But he said they eventually discovered that their curriculum choices were being scrutinized for religious content. "Any book or curriculum purchase that we wanted to make that referenced God or faith in even like an adjacent sort of way was being denied," Woolard said. CALIFORNIA SCHOOL DISTRICT SUED OVER FIELD TRIP TO MOSQUE WHERE STUDENTS ALLEGEDLY DONNED MUSLIM GARB He described what he called a "publisher blacklist" and said the restrictions extended beyond explicitly Christian instructional materials. Woolard said he even encountered problems with books examining the religious beliefs of America's Founding Fathers. "You would think that that would be something that would be non-controversial, but those curriculum choices would be denied," he said. For Woolard, the dispute goes beyond religious expression. As a father of five, he said the charter school program provided a cost-effective way to tailor the curriculum to each child's individual needs. But when the school rejected certain curriculum purchases, he said, his family was left covering the costs. "If our curriculum choices are denied, then we have to pay for those resources, we have to pay for those curriculum choices out of pocket," Woolard told Fox News Digital. WASHINGTON FATHER SUES SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR DENYING RELIGIOUS OPT-OUT FOR 5TH GRADER FROM LGBTQ INSTRUCTION Woolard said he pressed school officials to explain why the materials were being rejected. He asked whether the curriculum met California standards and whether it was academically rigorous enough. According to Woolard, the answer to both questions was yes. "So, at the end of the day, the only objection that you have to this curriculum, our curriculum choices, is that there's a faith component to it," Woolard said he recalled asking. He said both a teacher and principal acknowledged that the religious component was the objection. WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT THAT FORCED KIDS TO HIDE BIBLES IN SEALED ENVELOPES MUST APOLOGIZE, PAY $275K "What that tells me is that equality only extends as far as what the government approves," he said. Stephanie Taub, senior counsel with First Liberty Institute, characterized the policy as discriminatory toward families seeking a faith-based education during an interview with Fox News Digital.  "What we're asking here is California has a policy that singles out parents who want to give their children a faith-based education, and it excludes them from homeschooling benefits that would otherwise be available," the attorney said. Taub said the family is seeking Supreme Court intervention after an unfavorable lower-court decision. Woolard said he hopes the justices will ultimately force California to change its approach. "What I really hope is for the government or for the Supreme Court to come back and tell California you got the decision wrong and this is the way to correct it," he said. He added that such a ruling could "break open California for a lot of families" seeking similar changes. Taub said the Supreme Court is considering whether to take the case and that she expects to hear whether the justices will review it in the next few months. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE A spokesperson for the California Department of Education told Fox News Digital that the department cannot comment on pending litigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae523ce50de3ee71eddee2a ‘Checking in’ on the issues facing Arizona’s hotels te 2026-10-30T23:10:06.468Z ‘Checking in’ on the issues facing Arizona’s hotels Arizona is known for its more than 300 days of sunshine, world-class golf courses, spectacular hiking trails, vibrant culinary scene, rich cultural heritage and large-scale events that attract visitors from around the globe.  These attributes certainly bring people to Arizona. But once here, the hospitality industry plays a critical role in turning that appeal into economic opportunity. The industry, especially local hotels and resorts, is the backbone of Arizona’s tourism economy, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs, generating billions in tax revenue and strengthening communities throughout the state. Consider the numbers. Arizona’s hotel industry supports more than 222,000 jobs, including more than 51,000 direct hotel positions, and generates nearly $12 billion in wages and salaries. Hotel guests spend more than $18 billion annually, and for every dollar spent on lodging, visitors spend another $2.34 at restaurants, shops, attractions and other businesses. The industry also generates more than $5 billion in federal, state and local taxes annually, helping fund infrastructure, public safety and essential services that benefit Arizona residents. The economic impact is particularly significant in Phoenix, where hotel operations and visitor spending generate approximately $7.2 billion in economic activity and support more than 42,000 direct and indirect jobs. The Valley’s continued growth in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and other industries is creating new opportunities for business travel, while conventions, sporting events and leisure tourism contribute to an increasingly diverse visitor economy. That growth is reflected in the more than 16,000 hotel rooms currently in the Valley’s development pipeline. However, construction alone does not guarantee long-term success. Hotels depend on reliable transportation, effective destination marketing and a skilled workforce to meet future demand.  Recent attention surrounding Destination PHX 2050, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport’s long-term development plan to accommodate an anticipated 90 million annual passengers by 2050, reflects a broader recognition of tourism’s importance to the region’s future. Such conversations are valuable because decisions about infrastructure, economic development and community investment affect Arizona’s competitiveness as a travel destination. Despite these opportunities, the industry faces challenges worth considering. Hotels operate around the clock, making utilities, insurance, labor and maintenance significant expenses. Rising operating costs can place pressure on businesses even when visitor demand remains strong. Predictable regulations, efficient development processes and a stable business environment are important to protecting existing investments and encouraging future development. International tourism represents another significant opportunity. Canada and Mexico remain key visitor markets for Arizona, and stronger international connectivity can attract additional spending across the state. Every 1% increase in visitor volume represents approximately $300 million in additional visitor spending.  With the election approaching, policies affecting Arizona’s hotel industry deserve attention. Candidates may differ on issues such as tourism funding, infrastructure investment, workforce development, labor regulations and the business environment for hotels. Understanding where candidates stand on these matters, and how their proposals could affect hospitality workers, local businesses and Arizona’s economy, is an important part of an informed public discussion. These are issues with consequences that extend well beyond the hotel industry itself. The benefits of a thriving visitor economy extend well beyond the hotel lobby. They reach neighborhood businesses, working families and communities across Arizona. That’s why voting for the right candidate matters. Rosanna Maietta is President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, which focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support, and workforce development programs to move the industry forward. Learn more at www.ahla.com. The post ‘Checking in’ on the issues facing Arizona’s hotels first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae523cb50de3ee71eddee03 Why Running for the U.S. Senate Is a Rich Person’s Game te 2026-10-30T23:10:03.847Z Why Running for the U.S. Senate Is a Rich Person’s Game Your Senate candidates are probably richer than you. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae523ca50de3ee71eddede6 Florida Makes Unexpected Quarterback Decision Ahead of Georgia Showdown te 2026-10-30T23:10:02.211Z Florida Makes Unexpected Quarterback Decision Ahead of Georgia Showdown Florida makes an unexpected quarterback decision ahead of its massive game against No. 3 Georgia in Gainesville. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5217750de3ee71edded89 Brooks: Petersen has legal qualifications to be AG te 2026-10-30T23:00:07.357Z Brooks: Petersen has legal qualifications to be AG Richard Brooks During the recent debate between Attorney General Kris Mayes and Warren Petersen, Ms. Mayes questioned Mr. Petersen’s legal experience and qualifications. Under Arizona’s Constitution, his training and experience qualify him to serve as our next Attorney General.  Attorney General Kris Mayes’ claims fly in the face of well-settled Arizona constitutional law. Unfortunately, Ms. Mayes denied Arizona voters this crucial legal information, either through negligence or dishonesty.   Specifically, Ms. Mayes’ attacks on Mr. Petersen’s professional background and experience disregard the relevant contrary language of Arizona’s Constitution and our Supreme Court’s seminal decision in State ex rel. Sawyer v. LaSota, 119 Ariz. 253, 254, 580 P.2d 714, 715 (1978), in which the Court stated that, under Art. 5, § 1 of the Arizona Constitution, the Executive Department consists of the Governor, the Secretary of State, the State Treasurer, and the Attorney General.  Section 2 of Art. 5 sets forth the eligibility of state offices in this language: No person shall be eligible to any of the offices mentioned in Section 1 of this article except a person of the age of not less than twenty-five years, who shall have been for ten years next preceding his election a citizen of the United States, and for five years next preceding his election a citizen of Arizona.  In LaSota, the Court held that additional statutory preconditions for the office of Attorney General are of no force or effect. The Constitution, not campaign rhetoric, controls eligibility.  Based on publicly reported information about Mr. Petersen’s background as a businessman, 14 years’ experience as a lawmaker, and current role as State Senate President with extensive experience overseeing both criminal and civil litigation, he is well qualified under the law to become Arizona’s next Attorney General if elected.  Even before graduating law school, and while temporarily licensed to serve as a prosecutor in the Scottsdale Municipal Court, Mr. Petersen personally prosecuted persons who had allegedly violated Arizona’s criminal laws. As a result, he secured convictions against defendants charged with DUIs and criminal assaults—a record of prosecutorial success that even a career prosecutor would be proud of.  Ms. Mayes’ public record before her election as Arizona’s current Attorney General pales in comparison to Mr. Petersen’s. She was a newspaper reporter, a postgraduate journalism student back East, then a newspaper reporter in Phoenix, and a law professor at ASU’s Law School specializing in energy law and sustainability. The public record also shows that even while claiming to be a Republican, she benefitted from non-litigation political appointments, including the Corporation Commission, with support from Democratic politicians in Arizona. Before becoming Attorney General, Ms. Mayes had little if any experience as a trial lawyer, and none as a prosecutor in any criminal misdemeanor or felony court case.  In a not-too-subtle about-face, Ms. Mayes then switched parties, stating she did so to pursue her personal political objectives. Using public funds, she used her Office to join nationwide anti-Trump Administration lawsuits filed by several Blue State AGs, many with Democratic Socialist agendas.  Ms. Mayes’ public avowals that she has not engaged in political lawfare and is simply the Attorney General for all Arizonans, regardless of political stripe, are not consistently supported by her record as our current Attorney General.  Senate President Petersen’s public record shows a wealth of legal and political experience that reasonably should protect the rights of all Arizonans. Rather than promoting policies one would expect from Democratic Socialist attorneys general and while deflecting Ms. Mayes’ defamatory insinuations about his qualifications, Mr. Petersen has had one stated objective: the welfare of all Arizonans, regardless of political stripe — Republicans, Libertarians, Independents, and patriotic Democrats. Arizona citizens would act reasonably and with common sense by taking him at his word and electing him this November.  Richard Brooks is a sole practitioner specializing in civil and criminal trial and appellate litigation, as well as attorney disciplinary matters. The post Brooks: Petersen has legal qualifications to be AG first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5217650de3ee71edded80 A moratorium is not the answer to Arizonans’ reasonable data center concerns te 2026-10-30T23:00:06.209Z A moratorium is not the answer to Arizonans’ reasonable data center concerns Steven Zylstra Over the past decade, Arizona has become one of the nation’s premier technology hubs. Lawmakers from both parties laid the foundation by passing policies that attracted billions of dollars in data center investment and the digital infrastructure those facilities house. As Arizona looks ahead, it has an opportunity to keep embracing the industry that has helped make its economy one of the fastest-growing in the United States. But first, it must agree on how to proceed. Gov. Katie Hobbs enacted a three-year pause on sales tax exemptions for new data centers in the FY2027 state budget she signed in June. Attorney General Kris Mayes went further two months later, calling for a statewide moratorium on new development altogether. Data center development must be more responsive to community concerns, but the conversation also should consider the industry’s economic footprint and the essential role this infrastructure plays in everyday life. Bring up data centers now, and most people think of artificial intelligence. But data centers have powered our lives for decades, long before ChatGPT existed. Every time someone sends a photo, streams a show or accesses a bank account online, data is being stored, processed and transmitted through data centers. The same infrastructure supports services ranging from telehealth to government records and other information critical to daily life. That digital economy also has created jobs and generated tax revenue in Arizona. From July 2025 through June 2026 alone, Arizona attracted more than $109 billion in investment. Those commitments extend past the buildings themselves. Meta, for example, has made large investments in workforce training and helped cover costs for Arizonans pursuing higher education, strengthening the talent pool available to employers statewide. That pipeline feeds a workforce that keeps expanding. Since Arizona enacted its data center tax incentive in 2013, the sector has grown to support more than 20,000 direct jobs and nearly 88,000 total positions across the state. Every data center job supports six additional jobs in Arizona’s construction and engineering sectors, local services, and trades. All told, the industry delivered more than $1 billion in state and local taxes in 2024. Stifling development would hand those gains to states like Virginia and Georgia that are racing to scale their own AI economies. It also would mean surrendering a hotbed of technological innovation at the exact moment the country is competing with China to set the pace on AI. None of this makes it unreasonable to question data centers. Communities and elected officials are right to want clear answers on matters like energy efficiency, water consumption and environmental impact. Often, those answers are more reassuring than expected. Consider concerns about water consumption, a particularly important topic for Arizona amid ongoing pressures on the Colorado River as a source. In recent years, the data center industry has invested substantially in water-efficient technology, including closed-loop cooling systems that sharply reduce on-site use. As a result, today’s data centers use far less water than one might imagine. In 2025, data center water consumption accounted for just one-tenth of 1% of Arizona’s annual use. But this kind of progress happens only in a working industry, one where developers, local governments, and communities keep refining standards while new investment continues to arrive. Rather than imposing a blanket moratorium, communities should evaluate proposed data centers individually, promoting development that meets standards on water use, energy efficiency and commitments to sustainable management. Arizonans’ questions are reasonable. As lawmakers consider what comes next, they must weigh short-term concerns against the long-term cost of grinding development to a halt: fewer jobs, less innovation and narrower economic opportunity. Arizona built something rare over the past decade. The task now is to keep improving it, not to walk away from it. Steven Zylstra, is the president and CEO of the Arizona Technology Council. The post A moratorium is not the answer to Arizonans’ reasonable data center concerns first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5217250de3ee71edded2e Ollie, a privacy-focused AI assistant, is shutting down te 2026-10-30T23:00:02.838Z Ollie, a privacy-focused AI assistant, is shutting down As an increasing number of AI assistants flood the market, the founder of Ollie, an assistant that respected its users' privacy, says it will be shutting down in a week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51f2450de3ee71eddecfd Polish president turns plane around after 'coup' at nation’s top court te 2026-10-30T22:50:12.021Z Polish president turns plane around after 'coup' at nation’s top court While en route to Senegal, Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki turned his plane around and returned home after police entered Poland's top court, the Constitutional Tribunal, and the tribunal’s president was suspended. "At such a moment, the President must be in Poland," Nawrocki posted on X. "I'm interrupting my flight to Senegal. I'm returning." Police say they secured the Tribunal after dozens of protesters gathered to demonstrate against what they called the wrongful suspension of the top court’s president by the current pro-European government.  Police said there were also dangerous objects thrown at officers outside the building. Some protesters outside the court were seen praying, while others held posters reading "Tusk — a symbol of anti-Polish sentiment," "Down with the commies and Tusk’s regime," and "Stop destroying the state." Poland’s top judicial bodies, including the Constitutional Tribunal, have been a major bone of contention between the current pro-European government, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and the main opposition party, national-conservative Law and Justice (PiS), which ruled the country from 2015 to 2023.  Critics accuse the PiS of imposing political control over key judicial institutions, with some reforms having led the EU to impose fines on Poland. NATO ALLY PUSHES ‘FORT TRUMP’ US MILITARY BASE AS RUSSIAN HELICOPTER PENETRATES AIRSPACE Nawrocki, an ally of the PiS ​party, refused to swear in three of six judges nominated by parliament earlier this year.  Constitutional Tribunal president Bogdan Święczkowski, ⁠who was appointed by the PiS government after also serving as a deputy justice minister, declined to allow judges elected by the current parliamentary majority to assume their duties. According to the tribunal’s website, Święczkowski was suspended Friday. "Restoring the rule of law is our duty," said Tusk, who returned to power in 2023 with a promise to restore the judiciary’s independence. He posted to X, "After years of PiS-led lawlessness, this is a difficult process, sometimes painful, and it requires decisive action. There is no other way."  Since taking power, Tusk’s pro-European government’s efforts have been vetoed by two successive presidents aligned with PiS, including Nawrocki. HUNGARY AND POLAND DEFEND TOUGH MIGRATION POLICIES AS FRANCE REELS FROM VIOLENT UNREST Former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, a former PiS member whose Rozwój Plus coalition is positioning itself as an alternative to Tusk's government ahead of next November’s parliamentary elections, also took to X to denounce "the forceful takeover of the Constitutional Tribunal." "Justice cannot be achieved through violence," Morawiecki said, adding that "Tusk will stop at nothing to cling to power… We do not consent to Belarusian methods in Poland!"  "It’s true: a coup d’état is underway," former PiS Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro wrote on X. "If someone were to forcibly break into the Prime Minister’s Office and take it over, we would all know what to call it… This is a blatant, criminal attack on the constitutional order… That is why I call for resistance that will be loud, firm, solidary and fearless." Nawrocki was traveling to Senegal at the invitation of Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye for a visit Nawrocki's office said was focused on bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and diplomacy. He was also scheduled to attend the opening ceremony of the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar on Saturday. The Associated Press and Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51f2250de3ee71eddecea Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory – Oct. 30-Nov. 2 te 2026-10-30T22:50:10.152Z Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory – Oct. 30-Nov. 2 The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is alerting drivers that closures for improvement projects are scheduled along freeways and ramps in the Phoenix area this weekend, Oct. 30-Nov. 2. Drivers should allow extra travel time and use detour routes as needed for these weekend freeway restrictions: SR 51 SB closed between Cactus Road and Northern Avenue for pavement improvement project. SR 51 SB on-ramps from Bell Rd to 26th Street closed. Detour: Consider using SB 7th St from Cactus Rd to Northern Ave. 9 p.m. Fri – 5 a.m. Mon (Nov. 2) Loop 101 WB (Agua Fria Freeway) closed between I-17 and 51st Avenue for pavement improvement project. I-17 NB and SB ramps to Loop 101 WB closed. Loop 101 WB on-ramps between 7th Street and 7th Avenue closed. Detour: Consider using WB Deer Valley Road or Union Hills Drive to access Loop 101 WB at 51st or 59th avenues. Loop 101 WB drivers may use 19th Avenue SB to Union Hills Drive WB to reconnect with Loop 101 beyond the closure. 8 p.m. Friday – 12 noon Sunday (Nov. 1) Loop 303 EB closed between 43rd Ave and I-17 for bridge project. Detour: Consider using NB 43rd Avenue to EB Dove Valley Road to connect to SB I-17. 10 p.m. Fri – 5 p.m. Sat. (Oct. 31) I-10 WB frontage road closed between 91st and 99th avenues for improvement project. Detour: Consider using WB McDowell Road Friday – 5 a.m. Monday (Nov. 2) Click on the Weekend Travel Advisory map graphic or visit the ADOT website for a complete listing of restrictions for this weekend. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51f1c50de3ee71eddeca4 Cowboys Linked to Trade for Pro Bowl Pass-Rusher — and it’s Not Maxx Crosby te 2026-10-30T22:50:04.828Z Cowboys Linked to Trade for Pro Bowl Pass-Rusher — and it’s Not Maxx Crosby The Cowboys need pass-rush help, but instead of paying a steep price for Maxx Crosby, ESPN thinks there could be a cheaper option. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51f1b50de3ee71eddec9b 49ers’ Injury Woes Continue to Point to One Potential WR Trade te 2026-10-30T22:50:03.720Z 49ers’ Injury Woes Continue to Point to One Potential WR Trade With injuries to Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and De'Zhaun Stribling, ESPN thinks the 49ers should bring back a familiar face. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51f1a50de3ee71eddec92 Mark Carney Sets Fresh Target for Canada-EU Partnership After Trump Threats te 2026-10-30T22:50:02.609Z Mark Carney Sets Fresh Target for Canada-EU Partnership After Trump Threats Carney sets a June target for deeper Canada-EU ties after Trump threatened tariffs over the proposed partnership. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51cca50de3ee71eddec55 Selma Blair breaks silence weeks after arrest for assualt for allegedly attempting to open door midflight te 2026-10-30T22:40:10.943Z Selma Blair breaks silence weeks after arrest for assualt for allegedly attempting to open door midflight Selma Blair on Friday apologized for allegedly assaulting flight attendants after attempting to open a door on a Delta flight earlier this month. SELMA BLAIR'S REP SPEAKS OUT AFTER STAR'S ARREST: ‘MUCH MORE TO THIS STORY’ The 54-year-old actress said her lawyers had advised her not to say anything because of the ongoing legal matter, but added that she could say: "Not one day ever have I intended to hurt or frighten anyone a day in my life. And so to the people I disappointed, that I hurt, I frightened, alarmed I am so sorry." In the emotional Instagram video taken in what appeared to be her home, she added that she would be taking care of her health and her son "and thinking of you all with gratitude and love." Blair was arrested for assault.  This is a breaking story. Come back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51cc950de3ee71eddec4c Fox readers love this candle warmer lamp, and it’s now just $20 te 2026-10-30T22:40:09.868Z Fox readers love this candle warmer lamp, and it’s now just $20 If you're anything like me, a good candle is the staple item of your seasonal decor. But that smokey aroma after you blow it out quickly takes over the room. This beautiful candle warmer will fill your room with scents of fall by melting the candle jar from the top down. It is a Fox reader favorite, and right now, is now 50% off on Amazon, bringing the price down to just $20. Original price: $40 This vintage-style candle warmer can be set to four different light levels to control how quickly the wax melts. Turn it up for a quick fragrance release or dim the light for a softer glow and a more subtle fragrance. You can adjust the height to accommodate candle sizes up to 22 ounces. The lamp can be set to an automatic timer to shut off at 2, 4 or 8 hours, and comes with two bulbs so you can set out your favorite candle right away.  This candle warmer does more than just make your house smell good. Its fluted glass top with a gold-tone metal frame add a cozy glow to your room. There are many other colors available to match various decoration styles. Other options include black, blue, white and even some fun colors like pink or green.  Amazon shoppers have given this candle warmer 4.6 stars amid more than 4,000 reviews. And at its current price of $20, it is now discounted to an all-time low.  Amazon shoppers and Fox readers alike love this candle warmer, praising its stylish design, ambiance and fragrance release abilities. "I originally bought this candle warmer lamp as a gift for my sister-in-law, and she was fascinated by it. It has such an elegant design and adds a cozy touch to any room," wrote one five-star reviewer. "I ended up buying one for myself, too, because I love the warm, relaxing atmosphere it creates. It's a beautiful home decor accent and a wonderful gift." Another reviewer said they noticed the candle lasting longer, and still looking new, writing, "I've been using this daily on a candle for over a month, and it fills my home with subtle fragrance while the candle still looks brand new." AODHGR dimmable candle warmer lamp: $12 (39% off) Scozkc adjustable candle warmer lamp: $19 (30% off) Walnut candle warmer lamp: $19 (22% off) BRIGHTSHOW candle warmer lamp with timer: $15 (10% off) If you're looking to complete your fall home decor before holiday guests arrive, you can see all of our favorite decorating additions here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51cc850de3ee71eddec43 Russia's international hockey ban lifted, prompting backlash from IIHF, other countries: 'Incomprehensible' te 2026-10-30T22:40:08.913Z Russia's international hockey ban lifted, prompting backlash from IIHF, other countries: 'Incomprehensible' The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled on Friday that Russian teams can compete in next year's men's and women's world championships, overturning the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF)'s decisions to exclude them from its competitions. The IIHF has excluded Russia, which has won ​five IIHF world titles as an independent nation, from most international ice hockey competitions since 2022 following the country's invasion of Ukraine. Russia did not compete in Olympic hockey earlier this year, the first since 2014 which had NHL players, nor was it included in the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off. Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, four days after Olympic competition ended that year. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The decision was not met with a warm reception from the IIHF and several other countries, including Canada, which will host the World Junior Championships later this year. "Canada maintains, as it has since 2022, that Russia should not be represented in international sport competitions while Russia's illegal and unjustifiable full-scale invasion against Ukraine continues," Canada's Secretary of State for sport, Adam van Koeverden, said, via The Athletic. "Canada will maintain restrictions on the participation of Russian athletes at events hosted in Canada that receive funding from the Government of Canada and explore further options to ensure that the Russian government is held accountable." "The IIHF disagrees with this aspect of the ruling ​and maintains that its decisions were necessary to protect the safety and security of all participants and safeguard the integrity of its competitions," ‌the ⁠federation said. REPUBLICAN CONGRESSMAN PRESSES NHL OVER ALEX OVECHKIN’S APPEARANCE IN PUTIN PARTY CAMPAIGN AD In a brief statement, CAS cited a lack of sufficient evidence to support the IIHF’s security concerns. Russia's sports minister, Mikhail Degtyarev, told state television channel Vesti that "discrimination in hockey has been brought to an end," and "this place rightfully belongs to us." Ukraine's ice hockey federation denounced the ruling while respecting the authority of the CAS. "We wish to express deep outrage at this decision, taken amid a full-scale war. The threats that were the reason for suspending Russian teams in 2022 have not disappeared. On the contrary, they have only intensified," the federation said on its website. "We believe that the safety of participants and ​the integrity of international sport ​cannot be considered separately ⁠from the realities of the war that Russia continues to wage against Ukraine." Other countries to oppose the decision include Germany, Finland, Czechia, Sweden and Austria. The first tournament to be affected by the change will be the World Juniors, and Germany will host the World Championships next year. Notable NHL players include Alex Ovechkin, Nikita Kucherov, Kirill Kaprizov, Andrei Svechnikov and Artemi Panarin, among others. Reuters and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae51cc750de3ee71eddec33 As Devin Booker turns 30, does hope remain for Suns title in his tenure? Does team need true point guard? te 2026-10-30T22:40:07.130Z As Devin Booker turns 30, does hope remain for Suns title in his tenure? Does team need true point guard? PHOENIX – Devin Booker turns 30 on Friday. In NBA years, that puts him in old man category, about four years older than the league average of 25.9 years. Just 17.5% of NBA players were 30 or older, according to a USA Today report from last season. When people think of the Phoenix Suns, Booker is the first name that comes to mind. Booker’s tenure has been defined by an unexpected run to the NBA Finals, some spectacular individual play but ultimately disappointing team results.  In his first season in the NBA, Booker earned All-Rookie First Team honors, and he has helped the Suns reach the NBA playoffs five times, including the 2021 NBA Finals where Phoenix fell short to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games after taking a 2-0 series lead. The five-time All-Star has also cemented himself as a Suns legend, becoming the highest scorer in the team’s history. But entering the 12th year of his career, questions linger as to whether Booker, a shooting guard in search of a perfect match at point guard, can continue performing at an elite level.  Those questions gained steam following Monday’s loss to Oklahoma City Thunder when Booker scored only three points in 34 minutes – the fewest points he has scored since Dec. 25, 2022, when he scored two against the Denver Nuggets. Just three games into the season, a report suggests tension in the Suns locker room may already be brewing because of the point guard problem. “There’s some growing frustration within that locker room for the simple fact that that roster does not have a point guard that can organize that offense,” NBA Insider Chris Haynes said. “The hope is that they can kind of play this role by committee, but as of right now, it’s not looking like it.” Booker was once viewed as a future face of the league when he made the All-NBA First Team in 2022 while also finishing fourth in MVP voting. But in some circles he has become a polarizing figure, despite having made All-NBA Third Team in 2024 and two All-Stars squads since. The Suns have tried everything to recapture that run to the Finals, but now find themselves relying on Booker just to make the playoffs. In their second game of the season, following an opening-night beatdown by Portland, Booker dropped 43 points against the banged-up Golden State Warriors in a 131-122 win. Relying on one player to win games in the NBA isn’t wise, but that hasn’t stopped some fans and pundits from wanting to see more from Booker, including Eddie Johnson, the former Suns player who is now the team’s television color analyst.  “It’s a great thing,” Johnson told NextPredict after hearing Booker plans to shoot the ball more this season. “He needs to be aggressive. You’ve got to have the head of a snake. “He has to be the one. It should not be equal shot distribution. He should be taking the most shots. He should be the one in the fourth quarter being the focus, the hub. That’s how it is, and that’s how it’s always going to be.” Despite featuring Booker as the focal point for more than a decade, the Suns continue to search for a true identity after hefty trades that were meant to build a core around their star player. Over the years, the Suns have brought in Chris Paul, Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Miles Bridges to build a team around Booker, but with so many trades, Phoenix has been left short of assets, and with Booker’s age, an uncomfortable question grows: Will the Suns eventually trade Booker, a Valley icon who is beloved for his connections to the community? According to Golden State Warriors insider Tim Kawakami of The San Francisco Standard, “the Warriors love Booker and would be ‘first in line’ to trade for him if he ever became available.” Warriors coach Steve Kerr had a close-up view of Booker’s talents when he coached Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, telling reporters, “Devin Booker is an incredible basketball player. Nobody asked about him. He was our unsung MVP. I just wanted to say that.” Despite teams likely being interested in Booker, Suns owner Mat Ishbia doesn’t appear interested in shipping him off soon. Burn City Sports posted a video in August in which Ishbia was asked if he’d be willing to trade Booker to the Detroit Pistons. “When I’m dead,” said Ishbia, who has Michigan connections. “Devin Booker will never be a Detroit Piston.” This wasn’t the first time Ishbia shut down trade rumors. In an April news conference, Ishbia made a colorful and bold proclamation. “(He) is going to lead us to a championship here in Phoenix,” Ishbia said. “I’ll ride into a fire with Devin Booker, and I’ll do it proudly.” Mat Ishbia SHUTS DOWN any talk about the Suns trading Devin Booker 🙌 "[He] is going to lead us to a championship here in Phoenix… I'll ride into a fire with Devin Booker, and I'll do it proudly." pic.twitter.com/RS2OQQIUGh — PHNX Suns (@PHNX_Suns) April 30, 2026 Suns general manager Brian Gregory echoed the importance of Booker’s impact that same day. “There’s so many things he does on the court that isn’t evaluated or seen,” Gregory said. “As a guy who watches a million games, I can feel it.  “When these other guys have had their career years, Devin’s had a lot to do with it. He’s our centerpiece. He’s our All-Star. He is driven to become better. He knows how important he is and more importantly, his teammates know that.” Booker is under contract through the 2029-2030 NBA season, meaning he will remain a Suns player for at least four years, barring a trade. But considering the team’s draft capital, a trade may become an option if the Suns don’t progress in the next few years. Phoenix only controls its 2032 first-round pick, with the rest being swaps or going to other teams directly following multiple trades, and while packages for certain players may be dealt, Booker could be a huge asset for the Suns to gain draft capital if they do consider rebuilding. Duane Rankin, the Suns beat reporter for the Arizona Republic, reported in 2025 that sources believed Booker could command approximately four first-round picks and a rising young player in a potential trade.” The Suns didn’t pull the plug then. Will they ever? Or will Booker continue to age gracefully with the only professional team he’s ever known? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5181350de3ee71eddeb17 Minnesota Declined to Buy a Prison for $75 Million. D.H.S. Paid $495 Million. te 2026-10-30T22:20:03.315Z Minnesota Declined to Buy a Prison for $75 Million. D.H.S. Paid $495 Million. The recent purchase of the prison to hold immigrants is among the acquisitions facing scrutiny in the Trump administration’s mass deportation push. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae515c250de3ee71eddeac2 Fox News Entertainment newsletter: Prince Harry making ‘big mistake’; Meghan Markle suffers major blow te 2026-10-30T22:10:10.072Z Fox News Entertainment newsletter: Prince Harry making ‘big mistake’; Meghan Markle suffers major blow BRIDGES UNDER FIRE - Prince Harry making 'big mistake' that could destroy chance of royal reconciliation: expert PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE BAIT AND SWITCH - Meghan Markle's acting comeback suffers major blow as Netflix 'safety net' disappears: expert ROYAL HEADACHE - Buckingham Palace 'blindsided' by Thomas Markle allegations as Harry, Meghan face new family turmoil: expert LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5137350de3ee71edde9fc Boo! Trump’s Flyover Treat Is a Trick for Some Startled D.C. Residents te 2026-10-30T22:00:19.407Z Boo! Trump’s Flyover Treat Is a Trick for Some Startled D.C. Residents A White House social media account said the surprise Air Force One flight was part of a Halloween event hosted by the president and the first lady. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5137250de3ee71edde9f3 Alina Habba’s Husband Ignited Drama in Trump’s Circle. Now He’s Under Scrutiny. te 2026-10-30T22:00:18.276Z Alina Habba’s Husband Ignited Drama in Trump’s Circle. Now He’s Under Scrutiny. Turhan Mildon, who married Alina Habba this summer, presents himself as a 29-year-old billionaire with ties to global leaders. His story has inconsistencies. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5137050de3ee71edde9d8 Yankees Named Best Fit for Top International Free-Agent Slugger te 2026-10-30T22:00:16.333Z Yankees Named Best Fit for Top International Free-Agent Slugger An ESPN writer linked the New York Yankees to a star Japanese free-agent infielder headed to the United States. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136e50de3ee71edde9cf Cubs Could Swing Big Trade for Dodgers Star Outfielder This Offseason te 2026-10-30T22:00:14.920Z Cubs Could Swing Big Trade for Dodgers Star Outfielder This Offseason The Chicago Cubs are being linked to Los Angeles Dodgers star Teoscar Hernandez with the MLB offseason now here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136d50de3ee71edde9c6 USC HC Lincoln Riley's Hot Seat Status Changes Right Before Ohio State Game te 2026-10-30T22:00:13.449Z USC HC Lincoln Riley's Hot Seat Status Changes Right Before Ohio State Game USC could soon part ways with head coach Lincoln Riley if the team doesn't win. The Trojans play Ohio State on Saturday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136b50de3ee71edde9bd Division Rivals Swap MVP Superstars in 'Wild' MLB Trade Suggestion te 2026-10-30T22:00:11.968Z Division Rivals Swap MVP Superstars in 'Wild' MLB Trade Suggestion An MLB writer pitched a radical offseason trade idea for two NL East competitors to exchange superstar players. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136a50de3ee71edde9b4 GOP's Roger Marshall Sued by Ex-Patient as Trump Revives Kansas Rally Plans te 2026-10-30T22:00:10.511Z GOP's Roger Marshall Sued by Ex-Patient as Trump Revives Kansas Rally Plans The class action lawsuit accused Marshall and his former medical practice of charging illegally high interest rates on services. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136850de3ee71edde9ab Flanagan vs. Tafoya: Minnesota Senate Candidates' Final Messages Compared te 2026-10-30T22:00:08.904Z Flanagan vs. Tafoya: Minnesota Senate Candidates' Final Messages Compared Flanagan and Tafoya are issuing their final messages to voters in Minnesota's Senate race, with both candidates urging support. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136750de3ee71edde9a2 Embattled ACC Coach Faces 'Must Win' Game to Keep Job te 2026-10-30T22:00:07.015Z Embattled ACC Coach Faces 'Must Win' Game to Keep Job The Florida State Seminoles could fire head coach Mike Norvell if the Noles lose to the Clemson Tigers at home on Saturday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136450de3ee71edde984 Anthropic expected to receive high ‘junk’ rating from credit agencies following IPO, report says te 2026-10-30T22:00:04.953Z Anthropic expected to receive high ‘junk’ rating from credit agencies following IPO, report says The new report says the AI lab will likely qualify for a high junk rating. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5136350de3ee71edde97b Intel’s stock crashes, knocking $12B from government’s stake te 2026-10-30T22:00:03.308Z Intel’s stock crashes, knocking $12B from government’s stake Intel is being hurt by PC sales as the AI industry gobbles memory and other components causing PC prices to rise. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5111350de3ee71edde952 Brewers' World Series celebration gets rowdy as star makes outrageous beer promise, coach sings karaoke te 2026-10-30T21:50:11.316Z Brewers' World Series celebration gets rowdy as star makes outrageous beer promise, coach sings karaoke If you are having a bad day, just remember that you could always be a beer in the state of Wisconsin. To say the Milwaukee Brewers had a good time at their World Series parade on Friday would be an understatement. Brewers right fielder Sal Frelick made one of the boldest declarations of the year at the rally. "I’m going to have a beer for every single person here, I’m having 100,000 beers! Let’s go!" Frelick screamed into the microphone. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE It’s been an incredible 24 hours for the 26-year-old, as he performed the Lambeau Leap when the Brewers brought the Commissioner’s Trophy onto the field during the Green Bay Packers game Thursday night. During his speech Friday, he made sure to let the raucous crowd know that captain Christian Yelich couldn't tackle him like a football player, either. During Frelick’s speech, he said his best friends are all on the team and that they hang out with each other around the clock off the field. The Brewers displayed the power of friendship when they convinced the event organizers to bring hitting coach Daniel Vogelbach onstage to deliver a speech. Now, to say Vogelbach may have had a few beers might also be an understatement. The Brewers players didn't just want Vogelbach to give a speech; they wanted him to sing karaoke. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "Stacy’s Mom" started blaring through the speakers, and Vogelbach immediately knew he had been set up. "All right, if you guys really want this, we’re going to do it," Vogelbach said. Vogelbach, who surely won’t be on "American Idol" or "The Voice" anytime soon, then began singing a couple of verses from Fountains of Wayne’s hit. Despite Vogelbach’s less-than-ideal singing voice, the crowd and players were jubilant, dancing and singing along with the hitting coach. Safe to say, the vibes were incredibly high in Milwaukee. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5111150de3ee71edde939 After court losses, Trump DOJ turns to subpoenas that critics say prove ‘the mask is off’ te 2026-10-30T21:50:09.397Z After court losses, Trump DOJ turns to subpoenas that critics say prove ‘the mask is off’ People vote in the Halifax Volunteer Fire Department in Allen County, Kentucky, on Election. Day, Nov. 5, 2024. (Kentucky Lantern photo by Austin Anthony) As the Trump administration waged a public legal fight with California over the ballots of suspected noncitizen voters in mid-October, behind the scenes a federal grand jury in Santa Ana issued a series of subpoenas to election officials in Los Angeles County at federal prosecutors’ urging. The subpoenas demanded a host of information, from how officials responded to warnings that the Trump administration had identified 20,000 suspected noncitizen voters to how they screen for unlawful voting. Among the demands: any records suggesting “someone has aided and/or abetted an alien voting in a federal election.” As President Donald Trump’s administration loses round after round in federal court in his quest for authority over state-run elections, the U.S. Department of Justice is turning to criminal investigations as a way to dig deep into documents and records held by election officials.  Democrats, election officials and legal experts warn the subpoenas are intended to intimidate in the absence of favorable court decisions for the president. “The mask is off now. There’s clearly no legitimate law enforcement purpose here with regards to the service of these subpoenas, the ongoing litigation,” David Becker, executive director of the nonpartisan Center for Election Innovation & Research and a former DOJ Voting Section attorney, said during a press call Friday. “This is all a political effort at this point, and it’s an effort by what appears to be a desperate administration to interfere with the election.” The Justice Department sued California on Oct. 15, two days after informing state and local officials that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security had identified 20,000 suspected noncitizens on the state’s voter roll. The DOJ demanded California set aside the ballots of the 20,000 voters and not count their votes unless they can prove their citizenship. A federal grand jury issued two subpoenas to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s office on Oct. 21. A third subpoena was issued on Oct. 24. An Oct. 24 Justice Department letter accompanying at least one of the subpoenas says they were “issued in connection with an official criminal investigation” conducted by Homeland Security Investigations, a sub-agency of DHS. Los Angeles County officials must provide the information by Nov. 4, the day after Election Day, according to the subpoenas. States Newsroom obtained the subpoenas through a records request. The New York Times first reported on their existence. Focus on election officials A grand jury subpoena represents an intermediate investigative step by the Justice Department. They aren’t as aggressive as a search warrant, but unlike a voluntary request for an interview or documents, they require mandatory compliance, though recipients can challenge them in court. It isn’t clear whether Los Angeles County intends to challenge the subpoenas. Subpoenas to election officials are not in and of themselves unheard of. State and federal prosecutors sometimes use them to obtain information on voters who may be under investigation for unlawfully casting a ballot or registering to vote. For instance, lawyers for California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, a Democrat, wrote in a mid-October court filing that her office has received federal grand jury subpoenas for voter records on about 300 people since August. A Reuters investigation published Wednesday found that the Trump administration has issued more than 100 subpoenas for records on thousands of voters across 13 states. Most were issued within the past three months, and 49 were issued under the authority of grand juries. They arrived after Homeland Security arrested dozens of people across the country on allegations of noncitizen voting. But recent subpoenas in Alaska and California appear more focused on how election officials are doing their jobs than on data about specific voters. In Alaska, The Associated Press reported Thursday that grand jury subpoenas were issued in a Justice Department criminal investigation into the state’s U.S. Senate race. Trump has erupted in anger after The New York Times reported Democrats helped recruit Dan J. Sullivan — who shares a name with Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan — to run for Senate. Sen. Sullivan appears locked in a tight race with Democrat Mary Peltola. In California, subpoenas issued to Los Angeles County officials don’t specify the target of the investigation but the information requested suggests prosecutors are interested in internal discussions over the handling of the list of suspected noncitizens. They direct officials to turn over records related to efforts to prevent noncitizen voting and any evidence that noncitizens have voted. They also include a demand for evidence of aiding and abetting noncitizen voting — the same language that Bill Essayli, first assistant U.S. attorney for the Central District of California, used during a court hearing Tuesday.  Threats of prosecution Essayli warned election officials face “criminal liability” if they aid and abet noncitizen voting by counting their ballots. In turn, U.S. District Court Judge David Carter, an appointee of President Bill Clinton, urged the Justice Department to drop threats against election officials. “Judge Carter’s admonishment about threats directed at election officials on Tuesday was well placed and appreciated. At every step, the U.S. Department of Justice has taken a confrontational, adversarial approach,” Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean Logan said in a statement. Election officials are following state and federal law, Logan said, adding that rulings at the district and appeals court levels have confirmed they are acting legally. He said his office will take whatever steps are necessary to ensure employee safety and to remain focused on serving voters. “Threats and intimidation have no place in elections,” Logan said. In a statement, the Justice Department declined to comment on “leaks about alleged grand jury subpoenas.”  But the DOJ noted a ruling by Carter that emphasized the federal government’s power to prosecute noncitizen voting, as well as court filings by California that say prosecutors have authority to bring criminal cases over noncitizen voting.  “Thus, while DOJ maintains that a civil remedy is still available, all agree that noncitizen voting is properly addressed through criminal law,” the DOJ said in a statement. Carter also denied the DOJ’s request for an emergency order and wrote that the Trump administration was engaging in election interference. Several unions and civil rights groups sued the administration late Thursday over the prosecution threats. In a lawsuit filed Thursday in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the organizations asked a judge to order federal officials to stop “threatening election officials and workers” with prosecution for refusing to segregate ballots of suspected noncitizens. The lawsuit says the Trump administration has “initiated a criminal investigation into county officials including issuing grand jury subpoenas.” California has also questioned the reliability of the data the Trump administration used to develop the list of 20,000 voters. The DOJ says Homeland Security analyzed a public copy of the state’s voter roll and compared voter records to government immigration records and included the use of the LexisNexis research service. Federal courts ruled against the Justice Department three times in late October. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against a preemptive appeal on Oct. 26, and Carter denied the DOJ’s request for an emergency order on Oct. 28. The 9th Circuit on Oct. 30 denied a fresh appeal. Red states enter fray Eleven Republican-led states have urged federal courts to grant the Justice Department’s demand that California segregate the ballots. In an amicus brief, the states say they have a direct interest in preventing the dilution of the votes of U.S. citizens in other states. “The Constitution permits substantial differences among state election laws and procedures. But Congress’s prohibition on noncitizen voting in federal elections supplies a common rule that every State must respect,” the states, led by Republican Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, wrote in their brief. The other states include Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas and West Virginia. In Washington state, election officials received a Justice Department demand Monday to segregate the ballots of about 400 suspected noncitizen voters. Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, a Democrat, said in a statement that a preliminary investigation found the list includes U.S. citizens. As of Friday morning, the Justice Department hadn’t sued Washington. However, a DOJ letter sent to Hobbs warned the Trump administration would seek “emergency relief” if election officials didn’t comply. “We are bound by state law,” Thurston County, Washington, Auditor Mary Hall, a Democrat who runs elections for the Olympia area, told reporters on Wednesday. “And state law really does not give us the authority to do what the federal government is asking us to do.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5110a50de3ee71edde8f9 Applebee’s exposed customers’ personal data after leaving database password in app te 2026-10-30T21:50:02.789Z Applebee’s exposed customers’ personal data after leaving database password in app EXCLUSIVE: A security researcher discovered the hardcoded credential in Applebee's app, allowing unrestricted access to customers' personal data. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50eb450de3ee71edde86d Mets Urged to Trade for All-Star Pitcher to Bolster Starting Rotation te 2026-10-30T21:40:04.356Z Mets Urged to Trade for All-Star Pitcher to Bolster Starting Rotation The New York Mets are being urged to trade for Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert during this offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50eb250de3ee71edde864 Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb Says Cardinals 'May Be' a 'Super Bowl Contending Team' te 2026-10-30T21:40:02.733Z Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb Says Cardinals 'May Be' a 'Super Bowl Contending Team' Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb isn't taking the 2-5 Arizona Cardinals lightly headed into their Week 8 matchup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50c6850de3ee71edde7dc Nicki Minaj torches Kathy Hochul as 'evil woman' as governor fires back with Trump jab te 2026-10-30T21:30:16.022Z Nicki Minaj torches Kathy Hochul as 'evil woman' as governor fires back with Trump jab Nicki Minaj is taking aim at Kathy Hochul, branding the New York governor an "evil woman" and urging voters to reject her in favor of Republican Bruce Blakeman ahead of the Nov. 3 gubernatorial election. Minaj unleashed a series of posts on X Wednesday, accusing Hochul of failing to speak out against what the rapper described as harm to innocent people and calling on Black voters and Christians to turn against the governor. "Kathy Hochul is an evil woman. The Democratic Party should forfeit her seat because even if she wins, she will be of great consequence to them. Downward spiral for her. She will not escape God’s wrath. She did not denounce evil when she had the chance," Minaj wrote. NICKI MINAJ BLASTS GAVIN NEWSOM'S SILENCE, JAY-Z'S ALLEGED SABOTAGE IN SCORCHED-EARTH BREAK FROM DEMOCRATS The "Super Bass" singer also responded in all-caps response to a video she reposted featuring Hochul’s controversial 2024 remark that there were "Black kids growing up in the Bronx who don’t even know what the word ‘computer’ is." Hochul apologized for the remark at the time, saying she "misspoke and I regret it." "How much more do you need to see & hear from them?!! How dare you as black people vote for this vile wicked curse of a woman? How dare you as Christians?! She stays silent on harm being caused to the innocent & this is what she thinks of your children! Vote Blakeman!" she posted. Minaj also reposted a video of Hochul joking about liquor store visits while promoting her inflation rebate initiative to a predominantly Black congregation at True Bethel Baptist Church in 2025. "Don't stop by the liquor store, OK? Buy something for the kids — buy them some food. Sometimes I have to stop by the liquor store, too. I understand," Hochul said. "So not only does she keep horrible company & laugh at the demonic things her friends do behind the scenes to people who aren't as politically powerful…Dear God, help us," Minaj wrote in response. The church's bishop defended Hochul's comments at the time, saying they were made "in [the] context" of his sermon that day. DEBRA MESSING DITCHES DEMOCRAT FOR TRUMP-BACKED REPUBLICAN AS SHE SOUNDS ALARM OVER NEW YORK Hochul pushed back against Minaj's criticism during a recent campaign appearance. When asked about Minaj's comments during a campaign stop, the governor suggested the rapper's appearances with Trump had influenced her views. "I don’t play games in this business. This is serious," the governor said. "You can ask her what she's been, how she's been poisoned by Donald Trump," Hochul said. "After Donald Trump and Magaworld has vanished, and they go back into their dark holes where they came from, hopefully we can have a reawakening and people like her and others will realize that they were fed a vision of this country that is not what Americans feel. And so, being an outlier right now, that’s her choice," Hochul continued. When Hochul was asked whether she would welcome Cardi B's endorsement, the governor dismissed the suggestion that the exchange was a celebrity rivalry. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Some social media users praised Hochul's response, arguing that voters should focus on her record rather than the opinions of celebrities. "Exactly, that’s how you are supposed to answer," one user wrote. "Great response! This is no time for games. Forget what these celebs have to say. Vote for the rights of you and your loved ones," another commented. A third added, "Decent response. Constituents should focus on the resume of said elected official and not that of any 'celebrity.'" Other social media users appeared to side with Minaj. "All she plays are games dangerous ones at that protecting criminal illegal aliens. The woman had destroyed New York State. Vote @NassauExec & save New York," one user commented. "She doesn't play games.. unless it's with out lives. Nicki got it 100% correct: @KathyHochul is a VILE WICKED CURSE OF A WOMAN," another wrote. "You just told a large percentage of your constituents they need to go back to the "dark hole they came from"… which party is causing the divide again?" added another. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Fox News Digital reached out to Minaj and Hochul for comment. The exchange comes as Minaj has publicly supported Trump and appeared alongside him at campaign events for Republican candidates. At a Republican campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, on Sunday, Oct. 25, Trump invited Minaj onstage as he campaigned for Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers and gubernatorial candidate John James. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The rapper used the appearance to reaffirm her support for Trump, saying she would back him again if he sought another term. "President Trump, it is an honor to stand with you every single time," Minaj said. "And I will continue to support you forever and ever. If you run again, I will support you again." Trump, who is serving his second term, is barred by the 22nd Amendment from being elected president to a third term. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50c5d50de3ee71edde774 Tarik Skubal Given Surprising 'Perfect' Fit Ahead of MLB Free Agency te 2026-10-30T21:30:05.156Z Tarik Skubal Given Surprising 'Perfect' Fit Ahead of MLB Free Agency An ESPN analyst identified a National League team as the best fit to sign ace Tarik Skubal away from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50c5b50de3ee71edde757 Last-minute Halloween costumes for tech nerds te 2026-10-30T21:30:03.160Z Last-minute Halloween costumes for tech nerds No Halloween costume? Just be a deceptively cute AI agent icon, a PHP vulnerability, or sleepy time Bryan Johnson. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50a1250de3ee71edde72d 'Biscuit' the dog is latest dead felon to get their voting rights back from Spanberger, confused owner says te 2026-10-30T21:20:18.074Z 'Biscuit' the dog is latest dead felon to get their voting rights back from Spanberger, confused owner says A Southside Virginia lawmaker is demanding an investigation after a constituent received an official rights-restoration certificate for his dog, Biscuit, a beagle-hound mix from Goochland County that died about five years ago. The discovery follows the "Betty No Last Name" controversy in Chesapeake — where a purported convict lacking a surname had "her" rights restored — and raises fresh questions about the governor's vetting process just days before voters decide whether to make felons' voting-rights restoration automatic via an Election Day ballot measure supported by Richmond Democrats. Del. Tom Garrett, R-Buckingham — who received the letter from the constituent who owned the pet — is now calling for an investigation into how Gov. Abigail Spanberger could have restored voting and jury-service rights to a deceased animal. DEM AG'S ELECTION CRUSADE AGAINST TRUMP RUNS INTO EMBARRASSING DEAD-FELON BLUNDER BACK HOME "This is not a question of whether people who have served their sentences deserve a second chance. This is a question of whether the Commonwealth is exercising one of the Governor’s constitutional powers with even the most basic level of review," Garrett said. "Biscuit was a dog. Biscuit has been dead for five years. Yet an official document bearing the governor’s signature says the executive reviewed the particulars of Biscuit’s criminal case and determined her rights should be restored. Virginians deserve an explanation for how that is possible." HIDDEN CALIFORNIA DESERT PET CEMETERY HOLDS UNEXPECTED PIECE OF WHITE HOUSE HISTORY Biscuit’s owner, who declined to be identified to avoid political backlash, confirmed the letter's authenticity to Fox News Digital and told Garrett in a statement that the pup was a "good dog and is greatly missed." "To my knowledge, she was never convicted of a felony, nor did she ever show any interest in voting," the owner said. Fox News Digital reached out to Spanberger for comment but did not immediately receive an official response by publication time. The owner told Fox News Digital that Biscuit was never sent to the pound or had any other contact with Richmond that could have resulted in her being placed on the voting rolls. The owner said a sibling is currently incarcerated but added that the connection is moot because Spanberger’s stated effort only involves released former convicts. ELECTION DAY 2026: JOIN AMERICA'S CONVERSATION HERE! Garrett noted in a statement that the Spanberger administration said in July that Secretary of the Commonwealth Candi Mundon-King would be "proactively identifying Virginians who had lost their rights, confirming that those individuals were eligible, and restoring their rights," in his words. Spanberger announced in August that the initial figure of 66,000 had reached 100,000 individuals who had received restoration of their rights since the Democrat took office in January. TREASURY HAILS SUCCESS OF ANTI-FRAUD PROCESS THAT FLAGGED AND PREVENTED $99 MILLION IN PAYMENTS TO DEAD PEOPLE "The administration told Virginians these individuals were being identified and their eligibility confirmed," Garrett said in a statement, going on to call for an investigation into how a restoration certificate bearing Biscuit's name came to be issued. "The document itself represents that the executive reviewed the particulars of each case. If a deceased family pet made it through that process as a convicted felon, then we need to know what was actually reviewed, what databases were used, what safeguards existed, and how many other erroneous restorations were issued." An attorney in Fluvanna County when not legislating, Garrett said the Commonwealth must launch an immediate independent audit of Spanberger’s restoration-of-rights actions and disclose the underlying record that led to "Biscuit Rigsby" being identified as a convicted felon, as well as what Spanberger’s office defines as the "review of the particulars" of Biscuit’s case. Any investigation should also identify how many certificates and citations were issued to deceased, nonexistent or duplicate humans and require the immediate preservation of relevant data. WATCHDOG, GOP LAWMAKER WARN NY VOTER REGISTRATION SYSTEMS LACKS KEY SAFEGUARDS He said in a statement that his questions are not partisan and that Virginians who support restoring released felons’ voting rights should be outraged by Biscuit’s case. "At what point does rank incompetence and malfeasance become criminal conduct?" Garrett added in a video posted to social media. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER With Virginians set to vote Tuesday on whether to make voting-rights restoration automatic upon release from incarceration, Garrett is demanding answers about the administration's existing review process — including how a dog that died five years ago apparently made it through. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50a0a50de3ee71edde6e2 Budda Baker Addresses Trade Rumors While in Halloween Costume te 2026-10-30T21:20:10.324Z Budda Baker Addresses Trade Rumors While in Halloween Costume The NFL trade deadline coincides with spooky season, creating this hilarious moment between Budda Baker and the media on Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50a0950de3ee71edde6d9 Bears Receive Bad News About Star TE Colston Loveland te 2026-10-30T21:20:09.064Z Bears Receive Bad News About Star TE Colston Loveland The Chicago Bears could be down yet another tight end in Week 8. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50a0750de3ee71edde6d0 Miami Heat Make Major Change to Dwyane Wade's Viral Statue te 2026-10-30T21:20:07.790Z Miami Heat Make Major Change to Dwyane Wade's Viral Statue The Miami Heat reveal major changes to Dwyane Wade's controversial statue two years after its original unveiling went viral. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50a0450de3ee71edde6c7 Trail Blazers Get Devastating Ja Morant Injury Update te 2026-10-30T21:20:04.820Z Trail Blazers Get Devastating Ja Morant Injury Update Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant reportedly suffers a Grade 2 hamstring strain and is expected to miss at least four weeks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae50a0250de3ee71edde6aa Cracks are emerging in the AI spending boom te 2026-10-30T21:20:02.780Z Cracks are emerging in the AI spending boom Big Tech is pouring billions into AI infrastructure, but mounting debt, negative cash flow, and growing investor skepticism are raising questions about the sustainability of the AI spending boom. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae507b350de3ee71edde681 BOBBY BURACK: It's almost certainly over for Troy Aikman and Joe Buck as a duo te 2026-10-30T21:10:11.525Z BOBBY BURACK: It's almost certainly over for Troy Aikman and Joe Buck as a duo It is almost certainly over for Troy Aikman and Joe Buck as ESPN’s lead NFL broadcast team. Reports that the ongoing drama is part of a leverage strategy now appear increasingly implausible. No one with knowledge of the situation expects Aikman to remain with ESPN beyond the end of this season. In fact, there is more industry discussion about whether Aikman and Buck can work together through ESPN’s Super Bowl broadcast in February than about whether Aikman will re-sign with the network. According to sources in and around ESPN, the prevailing expectation is that Aikman will leave, and the network will sign Greg Olsen to replace him in March. Several outlets have reported on a confrontation between Buck and Aikman earlier this month before a Monday Night Football match up. Buck reportedly confronted Aikman for ignoring him, while Aikman accused Buck of sabotaging his contract negotiations by signing his own deal first. BOBBY BURACK: ONLINE HATE IS WINNING, FROM PAT MCAFEE TO EVERYDAY AMERICANS AND YOUNG CHILDREN Although the confrontation generated attention, it did not drive ESPN’s decision. The network decided this summer to move on from Aikman after re-signing Buck to a six-year, $108 million extension without offering Aikman a new contract. It remains somewhat unclear why ESPN chose not to negotiate with Aikman, beyond his growing tensions with Buck in recent years. The best explanation is that ESPN viewed their relationship as irreparable and Buck as the more valuable asset. If forced to choose, ESPN’s preference for Buck over Aikman is understandable. For one, Buck and ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro share an interest in ESPN potentially acquiring the World Series after the 2029 season. If ESPN secures the event, sources say Pitaro wants Buck to call it, as he did for years at Fox. ESPN also has more options to replace Aikman than it would have to replace Buck. The pool of potential replacements for the color analyst role extends beyond Olsen. In theory, Drew Brees, Jason Kelce, Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, Kurt Warner and Dan Orlovsky are also suitable options. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Further, Hall of Fame players and coaches retire every year, and many show interest in broadcasting. Several networks have already expressed interest in Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford if they eventually move into television. No such farm system exists for elite play-by-play announcers. On paper, the gap between Buck and the rest of the field remains significant. Granted, Dave Pasch, who calls college football and NBA games, has impressed on ESPN’s NFL International broadcasts this season. So, we understand why ESPN would choose Buck over Aikman. The point of contention is that the network could mend the fences and retain them both. Even 25 years later, Buck and Aikman are still often recognized as the best duo in sports broadcasting. Whether Buck and Olsen, assuming Olsen is the replacement, can develop comparable chemistry is a question mark. After years of disappointing rotations, ESPN finally established a top-level booth in Buck and Aikman. Breaking them up feels like an unnecessary risk. We understand that relationships are difficult, especially work relationships that span more than two decades. But at $18 million to $20 million per year each, ESPN should have been able to make the partnership work if it believed they were still the best duo for the position. On air, it is hard to argue that they are not. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae507b250de3ee71edde678 Fox News Campus Radicals Newsletter: A rare reversal, a Christian battle and a reality check te 2026-10-30T21:10:10.425Z Fox News Campus Radicals Newsletter: A rare reversal, a Christian battle and a reality check FAITH FIGHT: Colorado mom says kids denied $12K in preschool aid over Catholic faith as Supreme Court showdown looms BEHIND THEIR BACKS: EXCLUSIVE: Rhode Island school district accused of hiding kids' gender transitions from parents POLICY SHIFT: Michigan school board votes to ban biological males from girls' sports in major policy shift ‘IDEALISTIC’: Socialism's growing appeal meets an awkward reality check on college campus Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae507ab50de3ee71edde628 Cardinals Update Jeremiyah Love, Michael Wilson Week 8 Injury News vs. Cowboys te 2026-10-30T21:10:03.049Z Cardinals Update Jeremiyah Love, Michael Wilson Week 8 Injury News vs. Cowboys The Arizona Cardinals updated the injury statuses of Jeremiyah Love and Michael Wilson before Week 8 vs. the Dallas Cowboys. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5055350de3ee71edde58b New Tower From Firm Behind the Burj Khalifa Named World’s Best Tall Building te 2026-10-30T21:00:03.385Z New Tower From Firm Behind the Burj Khalifa Named World’s Best Tall Building The tower “achieves something rare," an architect told Newsweek, describing it as "a total work of art, technology, and design.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5030250de3ee71edde53c Packers star Josh Jacobs says his controversial touchdown celebration referenced a gospel song, not his arrest te 2026-10-30T20:50:10.368Z Packers star Josh Jacobs says his controversial touchdown celebration referenced a gospel song, not his arrest Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs said that his touchdown celebration was not intended to make light of his offseason arrest but was instead inspired by a gospel song. After scoring his first touchdown of the game in the team's 27-19 win over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night, Jacobs put his hands behind his back in celebration. Thursday's game was Jacobs' second since coming off the commissioner's exempt list, which he had been on since August following a May altercation with his then-girlfriend, who said he threw her to the ground. Jacobs pleaded no contest last month to misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property. He insisted the celebration had nothing to do with his arrest as speculation spread on social media that the gesture referenced his off-field issues. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "They didn't even get the whole celebration. Um, s---, it was f------ one second that (the broadcast) just showed me," Jacobs told reporters after the game. "But anyways, me and (wide receiver Savion Williams) came up with a celebration. They would have seen the whole celebration. Basically, last week we said the first celebration when I scored, I was going to thank God. That's what I did last week. The second was going to be break every chain. It's a gospel song. That was going to be the next celebration. It's just a correlation, but like I said, the media going to run with it. They going to make it that it wouldn't. But it is what it is." PACKERS' JOSH JACOBS SPARKS OUTRAGE WITH HANDCUFF TOUCHDOWN CELEBRATION! - DOWNLOAD NOW After Jacobs scored his first touchdown last weekend in the team's loss to the Detroit Lions, he dropped to his knees and raised his arms. "Break Every Chain" is a gospel song written by Will Reagan in 2009 and popularized by a live recording by Tasha Cobbs Leonard in 2013. Jacobs had not been allowed to play or practice while on the commissioner’s exempt list. He was removed from the list last week, allowing him to play again even though the NFL's investigation into his conduct remains ongoing. In his two games since returning to the 5-3 Packers, Jacobs has rushed 32 times for 75 yards and a touchdown, averaging just 2.3 yards per carry. The three-time Pro Bowler has been more productive as a receiver, catching 11 passes for 68 yards and two touchdowns. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae5030150de3ee71edde533 Target unveils $30 Thanksgiving dinner deal as retailers battle to offer lowest prices te 2026-10-30T20:50:09.118Z Target unveils $30 Thanksgiving dinner deal as retailers battle to offer lowest prices Target is joining the Thanksgiving meal-deal race with a pitch that pairs budget-friendly staples with fresh twists on holiday favorites. The Minneapolis-based retailer's $30 offer is about $10 more than last year's meal, which served four people, but Target says this year's version serves six, keeping the cost at about $5 per person. The deal includes nine grocery items: a Butterball turkey weighing up to 10 pounds, a 3-pound bag of russet potatoes, cranberry sauce, two cans of green beans, cream of mushroom soup, fried onions, turkey stuffing mix, turkey gravy and two take-and-bake baguettes, according to a release shared with Fox News Digital. AMERICANS ARE MAKING COSTLY GROCERY MISTAKE EVEN BEFORE ENTERING THE STORE, EXPERT WARNS "Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving are such joyful moments for our guests, and Target is making it easy and budget-friendly for them to plan meals that include plenty of familiar favorites plus some of the latest food trends," John Conlin, senior vice president of merchandising for food and beverage at Target, said in a statement. The offering includes the ingredients to make a green bean casserole, and shoppers should expect to prepare and cook the rest of the meal themselves. Target is also promoting an expanded selection of $5 sides, pies, appetizers and wine, including new flavors and products. The deal is valid Nov. 8 through Nov. 29, before tax. It is not available in Alaska or Hawaii, according to Target. COSTCO SLASHES PRICE OF POPULAR HOLIDAY TREAT AFTER SHOPPERS BALKED AT LAST YEAR'S HIKE A separate deal for a 79-cent-per-pound Good & Gather frozen turkey — not the Butterball turkey included in the meal deal — will begin in November. Reactions to the $30 deal online were mixed. CHEAPEST COSTCO PREPARED MEAL COSTS SHOCKINGLY LITTLE PER SERVING: 'CAN'T BEAT THE PRICE' In a Twin Cities Reddit discussion, shoppers focused on the change in quantities, with some debating whether this year's offering had fewer potatoes and more green beans. Others still saw value, especially as grocery prices in the U.S. remain high.  "Sounds like a good deal for a meal anyhow," one person wrote. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Another said grocery stores near them were "significantly more expensive" for the holiday items they needed. In a Facebook post by consumer journalist Jeff Rossen, one woman commented that a 10-pound turkey "doesn't feed six people at my house." Another commenter said, "What, no dessert?" noting that the deal doesn't include one. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Target's announcement comes as other retailers promote their own Thanksgiving meal deals. Aldi says its meal can feed 10 for less than $39, while Sam's Club has an 11-item feast for 16 people priced at about $160, according to reports.  Costco, for its part, is offering an online-only bundle for $199.99 that it says serves eight and includes 12 items, including a turkey breast, sides and desserts. Walmart's $35 meal basket is advertised to feed 10. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Prices and serving claims vary, and the offers include different foods and levels of preparation.  Target's list focuses on ingredients shoppers can use to cook a traditional meal, while Costco's bundle includes prepared sides and desserts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae502ff50de3ee71edde52a Miami Heat unveil 'enhanced' Dwyane Wade statue after original sculpture went viral for wrong reasons te 2026-10-30T20:50:07.889Z Miami Heat unveil 'enhanced' Dwyane Wade statue after original sculpture went viral for wrong reasons Well, Miami Heat fans, you actually got a fixed-up Dwyane Wade statue before "Grand Theft Auto VI." Just barely, and note that before "GTA VI" started taking over your arena, but still... You may recall that two years ago, the Heat unveiled a statue honoring franchise legend Dwyane Wade. It quickly went viral, and not because it belongs in the Louvre. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE At what point in human history did we stop making good statues? How did some dude with a chisel during the Renaissance make a perfect sculpture of a Greek god, but nailing the visage of an athlete — who we can all picture or you can physically look at a picture — is now hard? We've seen it happen to Cristiano Ronaldo; Allen Iverson got one so small you could use it as a paperweight, and of course, there's Wade's. ICHIRO SUZUKI'S BRONZE STATUE LOSES ITS BAT IN AN UNVEILING GONE WRONG AT MARINERS HOME BALLPARK But now the Wade statue has gotten a refresh in the form of what the team calls "enhancements." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! By "enhancements," they mean it looks more like Wade than it used to, which it didn't feel like at all. What an improvement, although, truthfully, a kid with a box of Crayolas (64-count, with the sharpener; the good one) could have made some improvements on that original one. It's good they got that fixed, but it's not like everyone's mind is going to be wiped "Men in Black"-style so they forget the first abomination. And, honestly, I think people are going to miss the original statue that was allegedly of Dwyane Wade. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The new statue looks enough like Wade that it's not funny, but not enough like him that it's a masterpiece. You want to be in one of those spaces. Now, there's nothing remarkable, good or bad, about it, and I think in a few years, people will be clamoring for that statue that looks as if D-Wade stumbled into the "Backrooms." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4fe4b50de3ee71edde3e7 Liberty Biberty: Why Insurance Companies Use Mascots People Love to Hate te 2026-10-30T20:30:03.140Z Liberty Biberty: Why Insurance Companies Use Mascots People Love to Hate Liberty Biberty, the insurer’s bright-yellow puppet mascot, has inspired a surprisingly passionate anti-fan base. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f9cf50de3ee71edde19f Maricopa RV storage facility earns top local ranking te 2026-10-30T20:10:55.246Z Maricopa RV storage facility earns top local ranking Carefree Covered RV Storage’s Maricopa facility earned top ranks from the Better Business Bureau and BusinessRate, according to a press release.  The storage facility, 45760 W. Estrella Parkway, earned an A+ rating from BBB based on factors like complaint history and marketplace practices, and was ranked No. 1 in Maricopa on BusinessRate. The platform ranks businesses against local competitors through reputation and customer satisfaction.   “This community recognition is especially meaningful because it comes from the people and community we serve,” said Barry Raber, president of Carefree Covered RV Storage.  Carefree is the first covered RV storage facility within a 15-mile radius of the city. Its 11-acre property opened in November 2025, offering 516 covered spaces as well as a multitude of amenities.  The storage facility was built specifically to protect vehicles from the sun, monsoon storms and other elements by providing canopies over every space, a paved lot, a two-bay covered RV wash and an individual charge plug at every space.   Security features include gated entry, 31 high-definition security cameras, and 24/7 surveillance as well as amenities like a dump station, a dog park, complimentary ice and wholesale propane.  “We built this facility to give Maricopa residents an affordable way to protect a valuable asset, and more owners are making the switch every month,” said Barry Raber, president of Carefree Covered RV Storage.  The project was developed in partnership with Baldwin Development Group, Done Deal Iron Works, ABM Development Services, Pender Engineering and Shane Cook of Estrella Gin Business Park. The post Maricopa RV storage facility earns top local ranking appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f9c250de3ee71edde174 Maggie Sajak looks like a million bucks for Halloween, Billy Napier makes horrible history & Tim Duncan votes! te 2026-10-30T20:10:42.433Z Maggie Sajak looks like a million bucks for Halloween, Billy Napier makes horrible history & Tim Duncan votes! 'Nightcaps' is a daily column that catches you up on the biggest sports, news and culture stories you may have missed while pretending to do work at your desk. It runs Monday-Friday on OutKick.com. Happy Halloween Eve to all who celebrate! Big day. Big Friday. Big weekend in front of us. Like I said earlier this week ... this is our last big push until the holiday season suffocates us starting Sunday morning. Everything will flip in the blink of an eye. You'll go to bed with the Halloween theme song in your heads, and wake up to jingle bells. Whether you like it or not, it's coming. There is no stopping it. I can already see Mariah Carey's stupid "All I Want for Christmas" social media post now. It's coming. There's nothing we can do about it. We're cornered. That's a Sunday problem, though. For now, we respect the fall. We respect Halloween. Let's roll. Welcome to a Friday Nightcaps — the one where poor Billy Napier joined Mike Norvell in making some embarrassing history last night at James Madison. Dukes fans aren't thrilled today! CASUAL BASKETBALL FANS GOBSMACKED AT HORRIBLE ANGEL REESE HIGHLIGHTS FROM AN ACTUAL WNBA FINALS GAME What else? I've got Maggie Sajak looking like a million bucks for Halloween, Angel Reese giving us one more highlight reel before this WNBA season mercifully ends, and can we quit complaining about "injury protection" in sports gambling? I'm admittedly at fault, too, but enough is enough already. You know what? Society went DECADES gambling on sports with no such thing as "injury protection," and it worked pretty well. And now every sports book is supposed to issue refunds if a player gets hurt? Why? Grab you your favorite Michael Myers mask (I'm partial to Rob Zombie's "Halloween" mask), and settle in for a Friday 'Cap! I don't know how many "Halloween" buffs we have in class today, but those of you who have been around here long enough know it's my favorite movie franchise of all time. LSU’S MIKE THE TIGER STALKS REFEREE WHILE DRESSED AS MICHAEL MYERS, APPEARS TO BE STEERED AWAY BY STAFFER I did the Mount Rushmore of Halloween movies a few weeks ago, so I won't rehash that today. BUT, I did find out this morning while doing the award-winning OutKick newsletter that the original "Halloween" mask from 1978 was ... a Captain Kirk mask? Seriously: The more you know ... Anyway, I will be watching the original "Halloween" (1978) tomorrow night, as per usual. I save that one for Halloween night, like any sane person would do. It's the only way to close out October. Sad. Winter is coming. OK, let's get class started by checking in on someone who is very much looking forward to flipping the calendar ... Billy Napier! Amazing stat. James Madison joined Florida State last night as teams to lose back-to-back games as double-digit favorites. Incredible. Do we have any Dukes fans in class today? I'd imagine so. I come from a James Madison family. My grandma went there way back when it was simply called "Madison." My dad went there. I toured the campus as a high school senior and loved it. That town deserves way better than Billy Napier, and I'm speaking now as a Florida fan. I'm so sorry, JMU fans. We've been there before. I promise. We spent the last four years feeling exactly how you've felt the last two weeks. What kind of play call was that on fourth down in overtime? Just awful. But, that's Billy Ball for you. Embarrassing. Speaking of ... let's check in with Angel Reese after yesterday's big Game 6 win! Lordy. Look, it was a tough game for Angel Reese. No sugarcoating it. No hiding it. Just to show you how truly bad everyone else was, Reese somehow finished with a +/- of +10, which is stunning given she turned the ball over six times and made just 27% of her shots. Feels like that shouldn't equate to positive play on the court, but what do I know? Anyway, this will be my final non-Sophie Cunningham WNBA story for seven months. The season, mercifully, ends tomorrow night. It feels like it's dragged on FOREVER. It just won't end! But at 8 p.m. tomorrow night — a COLLEGE FOOTBALL SATURDAY — we'll get a Game 7. Who's watching?! Show of hands ... Anyone? Bueller? Okeedokee! Moving on ... Let's rapid-fire this Friday class into a big Halloween weekend, and start it off by celebrating the end of something else: Election season. Four more days, folks. We're almost there. That's one of the funnier pictures I've seen in a long time. Just amazing stuff. Well done to whoever took it. Are you guys getting inundated with calls and texts right now? Lord knows I am. Hand to God, I got a text last night from James Talarico asking for money. James Talarico! I live in Florida. These people are NUTS. They're just unrelenting. Freaking Byron Donalds texts me 14 times a day making sure I'm gonna vote. Byron, you got my vote, pal. I promise. You're good. I'd prefer we just stick with DeSantis, but I realize that's not possible, so you're next in line. For the love of God, please leave me alone. I'm begging you. Next? Let's quickly check in with Christian Watson after last night's game in which he left in an ambulance, and then returned like nothing happened: So, there's a big debate over on Elon's app right now about injury protection, which is a fairly new thing sports books have come up with over the past few years. Basically, they'll void straight bets and parlay lines if the player you bet on gets hurt and doesn't return to the game. It sounds great on paper, right? Again, it's bailed me out a few times. But now everyone is in an UPROAR because Watson looked to be voided last night, only for him to miraculously return to the game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE I think it's hogwash. About a month ago, I was complaining to my dad about a player getting injured and tanking one of my bets, and I mentioned injury protection. "Huh?" he responded. "Why would the books refund you? You lost. Tough nuts." He was right. The bellyaching over injury protection is insane to me. Frankly, I don't think any book should do it. I'm glad they do, but it seems like a lose-lose for them, no? THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Toughen up, buttercup! Gambling ain't for the faint of heart! OK, that's it for today — and this week. And this month. Happy Halloween, everyone. Farewell to October. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER And, of course, hello to Maggie Sajak. See y'all Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f9bc50de3ee71edde16b This Layla pillow gave me the side-sleeping support I’d been missing — now $119 te 2026-10-30T20:10:36.752Z This Layla pillow gave me the side-sleeping support I’d been missing — now $119 I'm a side sleeper, no matter how hard I try to sleep on my back. Side sleeping isn't necessarily bad, but it's made it a challenge to find a pillow that cradles my head and neck without leaving me stiff or achy in the morning — until now. After sleeping on the Layla BioCrystal Side Sleeper Pillow, I finally found what I would consider to be the ideal setup for side sleepers. It's soft, yet supportive, and I've noticed a meaningful difference in my nightly comfort. Now through Nov. 26, FOX readers can get an extra 20% off the sale price of both BioCrystal pillows with code FOXDEAL. That brings the Side Sleeper Pillow down to $119 and the Classic Pillow to $111. Original price: $189 Side sleepers know how difficult it can be to find a comfortable position and stay there. Traditional pillows don't always provide enough support for your shoulder and neck, and can flatten throughout the night. Layla's BioCrystal Side Sleeper Pillow strikes a comfortable balance between softness and support. Its adjustable loft lets you choose among 7, 6 or 5 inches, while the U-shaped cutout gives your shoulder more room to rest naturally. Since I prefer to sleep slightly elevated, I've kept mine at the full 7-inch loft and find it to be the perfect height. My neck and shoulders melt into the U-shape (rather than being forced into an awkward position) and, better yet, continues to support me when I switch sides or roll onto my back throughout the night. The foam feels soft and responsive when I press into it, but it's firm enough to hold its shape under the weight of my head. I also appreciate that it doesn't feel overly dense. According to Layla, BioCrystal technology infuses a blend of 16 natural crystals throughout the pillow's foam layers. The brand says the technology is designed to help regulate temperature and promote a more restorative sleep experience. I can’t speak to the effects of the crystals themselves, but I do notice that the pillow feels comfortably cool when I first lie down. It also doesn’t seem to trap as much heat as some memory foam pillows I’ve tried. The overall feel is soft, plush and lightly cooling. The pillow measures 16 by 23.5 inches, weighs 5.7 pounds and has an adjustable 5- to 7-inch loft. It fits standard pillowcases, but the U-shaped design makes a fully enclosed case — such as one with a zipper or fold-over closure — the best option. Pillowcases with one open end may slide out of place. I noticed a new-pillow smell, also known as off-gassing, during the first week or two. It has gradually faded, but shoppers who are sensitive to scents may want to air it out before using it. The cover is removable and machine washable. Layla recommends washing it in warm water on a gentle cycle with like colors and tumble drying it on low. Do not use bleach. The four foam layers should only be spot-cleaned and allowed to air-dry completely. Keep the foam out of the washer and dryer, since excessive water and high heat can damage its structure. The Layla BioCrystal Side Sleeper Pillow is a strong option for side sleepers who want structured support, a higher profile and the ability to adjust the height. The shoulder cutout gives it an advantage over traditional rectangular pillows, especially if you tend to wake up with neck or shoulder discomfort. Back and stomach sleepers may prefer the Layla BioCrystal Classic Pillow. My husband sleeps on it every night and appreciates its plush support, adjustable loft and roomy design, which keeps his head and neck comfortably supported when he’s lying on his back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f9b750de3ee71edde162 Why the Washington Wizards are the smart moneyline pick against Charlotte Hornets tonight te 2026-10-30T20:10:31.428Z Why the Washington Wizards are the smart moneyline pick against Charlotte Hornets tonight The NBA has NBA Cup games today, and if you don't know what that means, no problem. I'll help you out. Mostly, it means these games matter a bit more because if you win the NBA Cup, you win extra money. For some of the players, it means they basically double their salary - these are mostly role players and some rookies. However, the NBA Cup is also pretty cool because the teams actually seem to care about winning it. Tonight the Hornets take on the Wizards and I'm a bit baffled at the line on the game. The Charlotte Hornets are not as terrible as you might think if you haven't followed the game recently. They don't have LaMelo Ball, but for this team, that might actually be a good thing. They are able to unleash Brandon Miller a bit more. Kon Knueppel showed that he might be the best rookie from last year (and certainly the best not named Cooper Flagg). The team has Naz Reid, Dennis Schröder, and a ton of role player/veterans that actually do make a difference. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE So far, the team is 3-2 and has beaten the Nets, Heat, and Wizards. The Nets are a bad team. The Heat and Wizards games were in Charlotte. Their two losses were to Detroit and Atlanta, both playoff teams. I do expect Washington to be a playoff team. I wouldn't be surprised to see the Hornets find their way into the postseason, but most likely they will be a play-in team. The biggest issue for the Hornets right now is the health of their team. They are without Coby White, Knueppel, Grant Williams, and Schroder is a game-time decision. COOPER FLAGG LEADS NBA ALL-ROOKIE FIRST TEAM ALONGSIDE FORMER DUKE TEAMMATE KON KNUEPPEL AND VJ EDGECOMBE The Washington Wizards are also better than you probably realize. The biggest challenge for this team is going to be how quickly they can gel. I'm going to first start by sharing the second unit for the squad. Bub Carrington/Tre Mann, Tre Johnson, Bilal Coulibaly/Justin Champagnie, Khris Middleton, and DeAndre Ayton. A team of Mann, Coulibaly, Champagnie, Middleton, and Ayton would likely win 20-30 games in a season. They are all reserves for a reason, but this is a very deep bench. The starters got even better because they just added AJ Dybantsa, who will win Rookie of the Year. I watched him play for five minutes against the Cavs, and I placed a bet on it the next day. Dybantsa already looks polished, smarter, and more versatile than any other rookie out there. Again, all of this hinges on how well the team plays together. Also, if the team trades Anthony Davis, as is the discussion, it would hurt them, but they could get good value in return. Tonight, though, the Wizards are at home, where they've gone just 1-1. They play a team they just lost to a few days ago. They are playing in an NBA Cup game, so the effort should be there. And their team is just better than the Hornets. I'm making a major move on this game, and I will take the Wizards on the moneyline at -118. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f9ac50de3ee71edde140 A Resurgent Justice Democrats Could Reshape a Democratic Congress te 2026-10-30T20:10:20.838Z A Resurgent Justice Democrats Could Reshape a Democratic Congress Justice Democrats, which gained prominence backing Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, is on track to see more of its candidates elected. Will the party listen to them? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f9a650de3ee71edde124 Who Is Mario Alberto Morales? ICE Officer Charged Over Hitting Man With Car te 2026-10-30T20:10:14.491Z Who Is Mario Alberto Morales? ICE Officer Charged Over Hitting Man With Car An ICE officer was indicted after prosecutors said he intentionally drove an SUV into a man in Houston. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f99f50de3ee71edde11b Future World’s Tallest Building About to Hit Major Construction Milestone te 2026-10-30T20:10:07.698Z Future World’s Tallest Building About to Hit Major Construction Milestone The Jeddah Tower will dethrone the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the current world’s tallest building, which stands 2,717 feet high. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f74250de3ee71edde07e AI law firm Crosby bids on disintegrating, famed firm Weil Gotshal te 2026-10-30T20:00:02.849Z AI law firm Crosby bids on disintegrating, famed firm Weil Gotshal Like a real-life episode of Suits, the demise of famed white-shoe Wall Street law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges has been the talk of the legal industry. And now, an AI firm has entered the picture. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f4fd50de3ee71edde064 Colorado River crisis puts water center stage in Arizona midterms te 2026-10-30T19:50:21.528Z Colorado River crisis puts water center stage in Arizona midterms WASHINGTON – Water has been a prominent issue in Arizona for decades. But it has rarely played such a featured role in campaigns. The rivals for governor have squabbled over a federal conservation plan for the Colorado River. The attorney general has accused her challenger of apathy about the state’s shortage. One congressional nominee has largely centered his appeal to voters on the slogan “water is life.” “It is something we’ve been talking about on the campaign,” former Navajo National president Jonathan Nez said in an interview. “But it’s coming directly from the citizens of Arizona, too.” The Democrat used water as a central campaign issue two years ago in his first attempt to unseat Rep. Eli Crane, R-Oro Valley. This year, he’s not the only major party candidate emphasizing the growing crisis. “It took a drought that’s lasted over 20 years to get us here, and it took a failing Colorado River to get us here,” said Stan Barnes, an Arizona political consultant. “But here we are with water being the most important issue … in this election cycle in Arizona.” More than nine out of 10 Arizonans say they’re concerned about the state’s water supply, according to a recent poll conducted for the National Audubon Society, with nearly two-thirds saying they’re “very concerned.” That makes the issue a perfect theme for 2026 midterm contenders seeking to market themselves to an anxious electorate. “Water has always been political,” said Andrea Gerlak, director of the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy at the University of Arizona. “People understand that there are winners and losers with water.” The issue flared up recently in the race between Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs and her Republican challenger, Rep. Andy Biggs of Gilbert. Biggs attacked the governor over her decision to join Nevada’s effort to block the federal Bureau of Reclamation’s plan to reallocate the Colorado River among the seven states that rely on it. Under the plan, Arizona’s share will drop 30% over the next two years. Hobbs initially praised the plan, though she had argued that the four Upper Basin states – Wyoming, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah – should take on more of the burden. But on Oct. 16, nearly two months after Nevada went to court, Arizona joined the lawsuit. Biggs accused her of “flip-flopping on the water deal” and questioned the timing so close to Election Day. Hobbs defended the decision to join the lawsuit, saying she could not “accept a forced federal plan that solves this crisis on the backs of our families, farmers, and businesses.”  Tom Buschatzke, the director of the Arizona Department of Water Resources, said Hobbs had intended to join Nevada’s lawsuit all along and had simply been weighing the best ways to protect Arizona’s interests. “We would be highly interested in making sure that any settlement is something Arizona could live with,” he said in an interview. “And you need to be a party to the lawsuit in order to participate in settlement discussions.” Barnes said he didn’t see the governor’s timing as overtly political, though such considerations are hard to separate out.  “Everything is related to getting elected or reelected,” he said. “That’s just human nature and American politics.” Numerous Hobbs campaign ads tout her efforts to protect the state’s water supply. Some focus entirely on the topic. “I’ll always fight to ensure Arizona’s water is for Arizonans,” she says in one ad that recalls her move to terminate a lease with a Saudi-owned alfalfa farm in 2023.  Neighbors – and the state – said the farm was pumping enough water to dry out nearby’ wells. The alfalfa was being shipped to Saudi Arabia as cattle feed. Another Hobbs ad features a Cochise County farmer discussing his challenges in finding enough water to operate, and praising the governor for protecting rural Arizonans from the federal government. Biggs’ ads have not focused on the growing water crisis, though he has emphasized that finding new water resources is a top priority.  He will leave Congress after five terms in early January. In September, he proposed a bill he says is intended to improve water security for the seven Colorado River states by boosting investment in desalination, recycling and water storage, and to speed construction of new water infrastructure – in part by scaling back environmental impact review requirements. Nez, in his race against Crane, said water is the top issue for voters. He touts his experience negotiating over water as president of the Navajo Nation from 2019 to 2023.  Crane has not campaigned on water, but he has supported legislation that would address Arizona’s shortage.  On July 17, he cosigned a letter with Republicans and Democrats across the Colorado River basin urging House leaders in both parties to fund river improvements and other solutions to the Western drought.  Like the governor, Democratic Attorney General Kris Mayes has also used the fight with the Saudi-owned Fondomonte megafarm as campaign fodder.  Mayes promised to shut down the farm during her 2022 campaign. One of her reelection ads features a Phoenix mom who says she’s worried about her family’s future in Arizona, praising Mayes for suing to stop the Saudi company from overpumping. Another Mayes ad uses audio of challenger Warren Petersen, the state Senate president, seeming to shrug aside concerns about water shortages. “We have plenty of water,” the Gilbert Republican told an Arizona Republic podcast in December 2023, defending his opposition to a Hobbs proposal to crack down on overdevelopment. Petersen’s campaign did not respond to a request for comment. He supports Biggs’ bill and, during a recent debate with Mayes, said he supports fresh investment in water infrastructure. “Arizona recognizes the serious condition of the Colorado River, and we are prepared to be part of a responsible solution,” he said in a statement Jul. 31 when the Bureau of Reclamation outlined its preferred framework for dividing the Colorado River’s water in coming years. The plan naturally stoked public anxiety just as voters began to focus on the midterms, Gerlak said. “It was all almost leading up to the election,” she said. “It couldn’t have been more perfect how it was laid out.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f4fc50de3ee71edde05b Should ASU fans have booed Cutter Boley? Treatment of quarterback raises questions about psychology of fandom te 2026-10-30T19:50:20.145Z Should ASU fans have booed Cutter Boley? Treatment of quarterback raises questions about psychology of fandom TEMPE – Cutter Boley hadn’t thrown a pass. He hadn’t taken a snap. He hadn’t even been granted the opportunity to make a mistake.  All the Arizona State quarterback had to do was step onto the field.  With 1:02 remaining in the second quarter against Kansas State on Oct. 24, starter Mikey Keene left the game with an injury, forcing Boley, the erstwhile starter, back into action.  A roar of boos rained down from the Mountain America Stadium stands as he entered the game.  They weren’t coming from opposing fans. They were coming from his own.  The reaction came one week after Boley was benched for Keene against Texas Tech. Boley completed 5 of 10 passes for 124 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions in the first half before ASU made the change at quarterback.  When circumstances forced the Sun Devils to turn back to Boley on Saturday, some fans made their feelings known before he had an opportunity to change them.  For a fan base accustomed to cheering for anyone wearing maroon and gold, the moment raised a complicated question: What makes fans turn on a player from the team they love? ASU coach Kenny Dillingham made his position clear after the game.  “I’m just always going to defend our players,” Dillingham said. “I don’t care. My players are first.  Don’t boo my players. I protect my players. That’s to my core.” Dillingham went even further.  “It’s me and my team versus everybody who’s against us,” Dillingham said. “That’s how I view it. I am going to protect my players and that’s what I believe in.” Inside the locker room, Boley’s teammates said they view the quarterbacks differently than fans evaluating every completion, interception or drive from the stands.  Freshman running back Cardae Mack said the Sun Devils maintain confidence in whoever is behind center.  “They’re all amazing quarterbacks,” Mack said. “They all do their job. They all work hard in practice and they’re all ready when their time is called.” Boley’s time came unexpectedly against the Wildcats, but the reaction he received demonstrates just how quickly the relationship between fans and the athletes they support can change when expectations aren’t met.  Arizona State quarterback Cutter Boley (8) attempts to run for a first down while Kansas State defenders Asa Newsom (23) and Elijah Hill (56) attempt to tackle him during the game at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, Ariz., on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. (File photo by Madison Sorenson/Cronkite News) To Scottsdale-based psychologist Bettina Lehnert, that reaction can be partially explained by how deeply sports fandom becomes intertwined with a person’s identity.  Fans invest hours watching games, money buying tickets and merchandise and years building emotional connections to programs. Eventually, the success and failure of a team can feel personal.  “They’re strongly identifying with the team,” Lehnert said. “So when something happens that they don’t like, it’s very personal. It’s as if it was happening to them.” That connection can help explain an apparent contradiction: A person can love a team while simultaneously directing frustration toward one of the athletes representing it.  When fans believe one player is hurting their team’s chances of winning, Lehnert said they may convince themselves that expressing their displeasure is justified.  “People don’t always make the best choices in terms of providing feedback,” Lehnert said. “They tell themselves all kinds of things to justify their actions.” From the stands, booing can last only a few seconds. For the person standing on the field, the experience can be much different.  Athletes at the highest levels are routinely told to ignore outside criticism. Opposing crowds heckle. Social media warriors react to every mistake. Fans and media debate whether someone deserves to start or even play.  Developing the ability to tune out that noise can become a necessary part of competing at a high level, but that doesn’t mean athletes aren’t affected by the criticism or outright derision.  “I think everyone’s going to be affected by it a little bit,” Lehnert said. “It’s not something we’re born to be able to do very easily. It’s kind of human to take things personally like that.”  Criticism from an opposing crowd is one thing. Hearing it from the people wearing your colors can be another.  When criticism becomes personalized and directed toward one athlete, Lehnert said it can be more difficult to handle. The internal dialogue can quickly turn negative.  “‘Gosh, they don’t like me. They’re not supporting me. I suck,’” Lehnert said, describing thoughts that could enter an athlete’s mind in that situation. “I don’t think anything good could necessarily result from being booed.” That doesn’t mean every athlete will respond the same way. Some may internalize the criticism. Others may be able to block it out. For some, the doubt could even become motivation.  The difference, Lehnert said, can come down to experience, confidence and emotional maturity.  An emotionally mature response involves responding “in a very intentional and productive way as opposed to reacting in an angry way,” Lehnert said. Instead of visibly giving up or allowing frustration to take over, an athlete may channel the criticism into proving the crowd wrong.  Lehnert’s advice to an athlete struggling with boos is simple to explain, but much harder to execute.  “Try to recognize that it likely isn’t personal, even though it feels very personal,” she said.  Dillingham has preached a similar approach to outside criticism.  “You can’t get worried about what other people say,” he said. “You just got to go to work.”  But Dillingham also acknowledged after the Kansas State game how pressure can affect performance. While discussing his own coaching approach in recent weeks – not the booing specifically – Dillingham said he realized his intensity may have been creating additional stress for his players.  “I just felt like I created a pressure to not play loose and free and to not play their own style of play,” Dillingham said. “I think I was part of the problem.”  The reaction to Boley also raises a broader question about the relationship between college athletes and the people in the stands.  Fans buy tickets. They donate money. They wear jerseys, rearrange weekends around games and invest emotionally in the program. That investment comes with expectations.  Dillingham, however, has repeatedly described ASU’s fan base as more than spectators. He views the environment surrounding the program as part of what attracts players to Tempe.  He pointed to recruits seeing sold-out crowds, fans cheering for the team and “positive energy in the city” as reasons players want to become Sun Devils.  That relationship is easy when the team is winning. Dillingham believes the real test comes when things aren’t going so well.  “You’re going to have highs and lows, but the challenge is how do you get through them,” he said. “You get through them together.” The Kansas State game showed how quickly that relationship can become complicated. Fans frustrated with a quarterback voiced their opinion. A coach immediately defended his player. A teammate expressed confidence in the quarterbacks inside ASU’s locker room. And the player at the center of it all still had a football game to play.  Whether boos motivate an athlete or shake his confidence depends on the person hearing them. Lehnert said she could not determine whether the most recent incident caused Boley psychological harm without evaluating him individually.  But she was comfortable saying one thing about the reaction.  “I can’t speak to whether it caused harm,” Lehnert said. “But it certainly isn’t helpful.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f4f650de3ee71edde04a CamelBackyard hosts produce distribution te 2026-10-30T19:50:14.828Z CamelBackyard hosts produce distribution The New Roots CamelBackyard is a community-supported cooperative garden that serves as a place for refugees to plant literal and figurative roots in the Valley (photo by Kathryn M. Miller). New Roots Phoenix will host a community produce distribution event Thursday, Nov. 5, from 2-4 p.m. at CamelBackyard, 1616 W. Camelback Road. Attendees can pick up a free bag of fresh organically grown, seasonal produce. No registration required. One hundred bags will be given away to the community; first come, first served. There is a limit of one bag per household. New Roots, and the CamelBackyard garden, is a program organized by the International Rescue Committee. Learn more at www.newrootsphx.org or on social media: @newrootsphoenix. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f4f550de3ee71edde041 Nash marks 14 years of jazz te 2026-10-30T19:50:13.459Z Nash marks 14 years of jazz The Nash will celebrate its 14th anniversary with an all-star weekend of jazz, including a Nov. 6 performance by The Nash Collective, led by drummer and club namesake Lewis Nash (photo courtesy of The Nash). The downtown Phoenix jazz club The Nash is celebrating 14 years with a powerhouse weekend of jazz, Nov. 6-8. The weekend assembles an exceptional roster of nationally acclaimed artists for three days of music and showcases the caliber of musicians and up-close performances that have helped put The Nash on the national jazz scene. “Fourteen years is a milestone worth celebrating, and we’re proud of how The Nash has grown from a home for jazz in Phoenix into a club with a place on the national jazz scene,” said Steve Maun, president and CEO of The Nash. “This anniversary weekend brings an extraordinary lineup to downtown Phoenix and celebrates everything The Nash has become.” The weekend launches Friday, Nov. 6, with The Nash Collective, The Nash’s all-star ensemble featuring award-winning saxophonist and vocalist Camille Thurman, New Orleans trumpeter Ashlin Parker, saxophonist and composer Clark Gibson, acclaimed guitarist Paul Bollenback, pianist and composer Rachel Eckroth, internationally renowned bassist Corcoran Holt, and Lewis Nash, one of the most recorded jazz drummers of his generation and the club’s namesake. Saturday, Nov. 7, turns up the star power with Something Else!, the soul jazz supergroup led by acclaimed alto saxophonist Vincent Herring. Herring is joined by Freddie Hendrix on trumpet, Wayne Escoffery on tenor saxophone, Paul Bollenback on guitar, David Kikoskion piano, Essiet Essiet on bass and Nash on drums. Together, the seven musicians bring decades of experience performing, recording and leading their own ensembles to The Nash’s intimate stage. The anniversary celebration closes on Nov. 8 with The Nash’s signature Sunday night jam session, led by saxophonist and Director of Education Dr. Clark Gibson. The session brings musicians of different generations together on stage, giving emerging players the opportunity to perform alongside experienced professionals and carrying forward a tradition at the heart of jazz and the club. The Nash is located at 110 E. Roosevelt St. For tickets and information, visit www.thenash.org or call 602-795-0464. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f4ef50de3ee71edde00e 'Punt' on this year's quarterback draft class, take Jeremiah Smith, says college football expert Brooks Austin te 2026-10-30T19:50:07.639Z 'Punt' on this year's quarterback draft class, take Jeremiah Smith, says college football expert Brooks Austin While the NFL Draft isn't until next April, that never stops general managers, scouts and even fans from opining on what their teams will do in the spring. It's the main reason why mock drafts exist and are created nearly a year in advance, because everyone is dying to know who their favorite team is going to select with their first round pick. Of course, because it's the most important position on the field, the quarterback draws the most amount of eyes when it comes to the first round of the draft, and the 2027 edition is no exception. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! There are several draft-eligible signal callers who are generating plenty of buzz, but one expert thinks this might be the year to skip out on the position altogether if a team holds a top pick. Brooks Austin has made a living studying college football film, so much so that he's earned the moniker "The Film Guy." His YouTube channel, "The Film Guy Network," has over 135,000 subscribers, and he's recently parlayed that into a partnership with the college football media giant On3. Suffice to say, Austin knows ball, so when I sat down with him to talk about the college game, and more specifically, the quarterback class for the 2027 NFL Draft, he gave a surprising assessment. "Can I punt on the entire class," he asked, half jokingly. As Austin points out, there are some solid quarterbacks in this class, but none are the "can't miss" prospects that would necessitate a top-five pick like in years past. Most experts figured Oregon's Dante Moore would be the first QB off the board in '27, given he was already projected to go high last year before deciding to return to Eugene. An injury might have derailed that for Moore, but as Austin points out, the injured Duck wasn't without some limitations of his own even before exiting for the season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "Dante Moore is a really good football player," he explains. "But (he) gets stuck on reads and makes his mind up pre-snap, and that scares me. He's also a little up and down, like from a fundamental standpoint, from a mechanics standpoint, he just kinda gets away with a lot of it in college football." Moore wasn't the only one giving Austin some pause. Ole Miss's Trinidad Chambliss, one of the preseason Heisman favorites, has had a fine season statistically, but his build makes Austin nervous about him at the next level. "I love him, but there are some physical questions about that one as well, like, is he gonna work at his stature when we get to the league?" Other quarterbacks like Texas' Arch Manning and LSU's Sam Leavitt get mentioned as well, with Austin stating question marks about their decision making and turnover problems. The prospect who Austin believes should go number one overall shouldn't come as a shock to anyone who watches football on Saturday. "If I had the number one overall pick, I'd draft Jeremiah Smith," Austin admits. "And then next year I try to find a quarterback." Austin explains that Smith, the Ohio State wide receiver, is a "guarantee" and one of the only truly generational prospects we've seen in the game since Andrew Luck in 2012. "I would draft Smith, and I'd be like, 'I've got the best prospect and most known prospect that's come out of college football... since maybe like Andrew Luck,'" Austin claims. "I would just draft him if I was bad enough to be the number one overall pick." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f4ec50de3ee71edddfeb Appeals Court Again Rejects Trump Effort to Impound California Ballots te 2026-10-30T19:50:04.282Z Appeals Court Again Rejects Trump Effort to Impound California Ballots In a 2-to-1 vote, an appeals court panel declined to order the state to set aside more than 20,000 mail-in ballots, calling the notion plainly unconstitutional. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f29550de3ee71edddf66 Prosecutors Suggest They May Seek Additional Comey Charges te 2026-10-30T19:40:05.940Z Prosecutors Suggest They May Seek Additional Comey Charges At a hearing in federal court, prosecutors defended an unusual, 11th-hour criminal case accusing the former F.B.I. director of leaking classified information a decade ago. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f29450de3ee71edddf5d A Resurgent Justice Democrats Could Reshape a Democratic Congress te 2026-10-30T19:40:04.687Z A Resurgent Justice Democrats Could Reshape a Democratic Congress Justice Democrats, which gained prominence backing Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, is on track to see more of its candidates elected. Will the party listen to them? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f29350de3ee71edddf41 Could DSA Members Be Blocked from Congress? Obscure Rule Explained. te 2026-10-30T19:40:03.125Z Could DSA Members Be Blocked from Congress? Obscure Rule Explained. In 1969, the Supreme Court ruled that Congress cannot refuse to seat an elected member who meets the Constitution's requirements. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f04750de3ee71edddf1b ASU offense, quarterback Jake Fette prepare for scary Halloween clash at BYU te 2026-10-30T19:30:15.806Z ASU offense, quarterback Jake Fette prepare for scary Halloween clash at BYU TEMPE – Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham is set to throw freshman quarterback Jake Fette into a figurative fire on Saturday. Because Fette’s childhood days aren’t too far behind him, memories of dressing up for Halloween and trick-or-treating might be fresh in his mind, but Fette is set to face something much scarier than any decoration or costume this year on Halloween. When the Sun Devils meet No. 8 BYU at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, they’ll do so against more than 62,000 fans, hungry for a win after an upset loss at Central Florida the previous week. Adding to the challenge is the Cougars defense, which ranks 26th in the nation in scoring defense (18.57 points) and 23rd in total defense (301.6 yards), the latter of which ranks second in the Big 12. BYU (6-1, 3-1 Big 12) is on an 11-game winning streak at home, dating back almost two years. In their most recent home game, the Cougars took down then-No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 with a goal-line stand, ending the Fighting Irish’s 16-game winning streak. While leading a team into Provo isn’t easy for any quarterback, it’s even harder for a player making his first collegiate start, and only the third appearance of his college career. Based on practices this week, last week’s starter, sixth-year quarterback Mikey Keene, looks unfit to start Saturday. Even with that knowledge, Dillingham said he can’t fully prepare Fette for BYU. “This is one of the best, most consistent fan bases in college football,” Dillingham said. “This is one of the best, most consistent coaching staffs in college football. When you have the consistency that they have as a program from the top … I don’t think there is a way to (prepare him).” After Keene went down with an injury near the end of the second half and Cutter Boley, who started the first six games of the season, had an underwhelming third quarter, Fette played the fourth quarter last week in a comeback win against Kansas State. The energy inside Mountain America Stadium flipped after Fette entered the game. While the El Paso, Texas, native only completed 3 of 6 passes for 45 yards, the Sun Devils scored two touchdowns with Fette on the field, winning the game 28-17. As he prepared his young quarterback to enter that game, Dillingham had a simple message. “It’s football,” Dillingham said. “You’ve been doing this since you were 6 years old. Go out there and play football. Trust your eyes, and if the read is there to sling it, sling it.” Heading into this week’s practices, Dillingham had both Fette and Keene practice as if they would be starting on Saturday. Although it appears the true freshman will start in ASU’s most challenging game of the season, Dillingham isn’t trying to speed up Fette’s development.  “Just continue to work,” Dillingham said. “There’s no way to expedite the progression. The progression is the progression. You just go to work as hard as you can every day, and try to be the best version of yourself on Saturday. It’s cliche, but it’s all you can really do.” There’s no way to spin a game at BYU as an easy endeavor. In 2024 and 2025, the Cougars finished with a top-three defense in the conference, ending 2024 as the top unit in the Big 12. Both of those seasons, BYU’s defense was ranked in the top 20 nationally. Despite the challenges, offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo likes what he sees in Fette’s abilities on the field. “Jake can extend some plays with his feet and do some things that some other guys can’t do at that level,” Arroyo said. “That poses a threat, that’s fun for us to see and fun for us to take advantage of when we can still be smart with him.” The praise from the offensive coordinator goes beyond what he sees with the football in Fette’s hands. Arroyo also sees the positives in Fette’s attitude. “He’s just himself,” Arroyo said. “He’s authentic. He’s kind of quiet, kind of goes by the beat of his own drum. Everybody enjoys when a young guy can come into an environment like we play in, and everyone’s looking at you, and there’s a lot of pressure and a lot of demands and a lot of exposure, and you can still be yourself. That says a lot about his maturity and his upbringing.” While the quarterback will end up with most of the attention, Fette is not the only freshman making waves. Running back Cardae Mack rushed for 159 yards against Kansas State, accounting for most of ASU’s points by scoring four touchdowns. Mack’s four touchdowns were the most by an ASU freshman since Leon Burton in 1955, earning him Big 12 Freshman of the Week honors. Ahead of a game in which ASU will need a strong performance from two freshmen, Dillingham had nothing but good things to say about the pair of young Texans. “Those are two confident humans,” Dillingham said. “It’s kind of crazy to say, ‘Wow, there’s a chance that you have two true freshmen in the backfield together going on the road at BYU.’ Exciting, but if you are going to have two freshmen doing it, those are two guys that you would like to have.” Something that may have fueled Mack’s recent breakout is his mindset, evidenced by his approach this week. Despite all the challenges ahead on Saturday, Mack was acting like it’s just another week. “I don’t look at it as like a crazy game,” he said. “I look at it like a normal game. I look at everybody as a normal opponent. I don’t take anybody differently. I take everybody the exact same every week.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4f03e50de3ee71edddee0 Cooling mattresses for hot sleepers: Why Nectar? te 2026-10-30T19:30:06.364Z Cooling mattresses for hot sleepers: Why Nectar? There's nothing worse than waking up at 3 a.m. sweating, and desperately searching for the cool side of the pillow. If that's you, the solution might just be a mattress from Nectar. All of Nectar's mattresses have cooling fibers woven into the surface fabric, designed to cool down your body temperature and keep you sleeping through the night, regardless of the season.  Original price: $1,567 Nectar memory foam mattresses are ideal for hot sleepers, with a cool-to-the-touch sleeping surface. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4edf480c58344e9a25a9e Luka Doncic brings extra motivation to Lakers vs Warriors NBA Cup clash on ESPN tonight te 2026-10-30T19:20:20.505Z Luka Doncic brings extra motivation to Lakers vs Warriors NBA Cup clash on ESPN tonight The start of the NBA season has actually been a lot of fun. The teams have looked good; they are enjoyable, and the betting has gone very well for me. I have a major move tonight in the Hornets-Wizards game, and I'm looking to score more in another early-season matchup. We've already seen this one play out this season, but I have a lot of excitement for the game between the Lakers and Warriors that takes place tonight at Golden State. The Lakers are now the Luka Lakers. There is no more LeBron, and the keys have been handed over to one of the top assets in the entire league. How has that worked out for Los Angeles through the early portion of the season? The team is 4-1, with the lone loss coming against a surprisingly good Portland team. To start the season, they've beaten the Warriors by 22, the Clippers by eight, the Jazz by nine, and the Clippers by 16. None of those three teams will be playoff contenders. They now take on the Warriors for the second time in the early season as part of the NBA Cup Group Play. This is the third game in four nights for the Lakers, but not a back-to-back. Still, legs could be a bit tired. However, this is almost certainly a game that Luka circled on the calendar. On Opening Night, Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg was yapping at Luka for much of the game, and then doubled-down with comments about him in the media. Luka does not back down, and Luka does not forget. LUKA DONCIC BUYS OUT ENTIRE PARKING LOT TO GIVE LAKERS FANS FREE PARKING FOR SEASON OPENER In fairness to Lendeborg he was quite effective when guarding Luka directly. However, the Lakers crushed the Warriors and moved on. Now the Warriors get a chance to return the favor. It hasn't been a great season for Golden State so far with two wins and three losses. However, the Warriors did win back-to-back games on the road with very good performances against the Nuggets and the Timberwolves. Lendeborg was the leading scorer in the win over the Nuggets, and Stephen Curry went ballistic in Minnesota. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Warriors are not really in a rebuild, but they are in something much worse. They don't seem to really understand what they are trying to do with the roster. They still have Steph playing at an elite level. However, the rest of the roster is filled out with guys who would be better at filling roles than filling holes. Jimmy Butler and Kristaps Porzingis are both on the wrong side of 30 and have injury issues. If they do come back and play well, maybe the Warriors can compete, but until then, the team will have to lean on Lendeborg. WARRIORS STAR KRISTAPS PORZINGIS ADDRESSES 'INTERNET DOCTORS' AMID HEALTH ABSENCE: 'I DON'T HAVE HIV OR AIDS' Tonight will be a challenge for the Warriors, but I'm excited to see what they do against Luka. I think the Warriors will try to back Lendeborg and not let Luka kill them, but it probably doesn't matter. Luka is playing in an NBA Cup game, he is playing on ESPN at primetime, and he has extra trash talk motivation. I'm taking Luka over 34.5 points for tonight, and I'll do a Luka Ladder. One full unit on 35+ points, .5u on 40+ points .2u on 45+, .2u on 50+, and .1u on 60+. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4edeb80c58344e9a25a6b The Justice Department’s Unusual Election-Year Activity te 2026-10-30T19:20:11.976Z The Justice Department’s Unusual Election-Year Activity Federal prosecutors have targeted President Trump’s political opponents and sued states over election administration just before the midterms. Devlin Barrett, a reporter for The New York Times, explains how this activity is compared with the Justice Department’s usual election-year behavior. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ede980c58344e9a25a56 Judge Appoints Special Master to Determine if Trump Officials Lied in Golf Course Suit te 2026-10-30T19:20:09.773Z Judge Appoints Special Master to Determine if Trump Officials Lied in Golf Course Suit Judge Ana C. Reyes said an outside investigator would help determine whether parks officials or Justice Department lawyers withheld plans for Washington’s East Potomac Park. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ede780c58344e9a25a3b Red Sox Get Major Sonny Gray Update to Begin Offseason te 2026-10-30T19:20:07.831Z Red Sox Get Major Sonny Gray Update to Begin Offseason Sonny Gray's mutual option with the Boston Red Sox has officially been declined, which means he is now a free agent. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ede580c58344e9a25a32 Alaska Election Certification Explained if Trump-Backed Dan Sullivan Loses te 2026-10-30T19:20:05.874Z Alaska Election Certification Explained if Trump-Backed Dan Sullivan Loses Alaska faces a possible certification dispute if Dan Sullivan loses a Senate race that could determine control of the chamber. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ede380c58344e9a25a29 Could Pete Hegseth Be Impeached? What a Democratic Midterm Win Could Mean te 2026-10-30T19:20:03.486Z Could Pete Hegseth Be Impeached? What a Democratic Midterm Win Could Mean President Trump has defended Hegseth, insisting he has done a "great job" and dismissed the demands for impeachment as "terrible." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4eb9b80c58344e9a259d5 Unvetted foreign workers at AI firms raise national security alarms, advocates warn te 2026-10-30T19:10:19.312Z Unvetted foreign workers at AI firms raise national security alarms, advocates warn Tech advocacy groups are sounding the alarm, warning that the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and a lack of federal oversight for foreign nationals working at AI firms pose a major national security risk. Amy Kremer, chair of Humans First, a group focused on establishing democratic oversight, safety protocols, and local control over artificial intelligence, said AI technology has virtually no federal guardrails compared to other tech sectors. "This is a national security threat. These companies hold and have access to a lot of sensitive information," Kremer told Fox News Digital. "You don't have to steal an entire AI model to get information. You can just find out what they're working on, who their partners are, and who their adversaries are. That is not the kind of thing that we need getting out." MAGA MOM'S DIRE WARNING OVER TECH GUARDRAILS AS TRUMP PUTS PEDAL TO THE METAL ON RACE WITH CHINA "If America wants to lead the world on AI, and we want America to have this AI advantage, then we have to put national security at the top," she added. Kremer's concerns come as AI continues to expand, even as many Americans and lawmakers remain wary of the fast-moving industry. WATCH: AI SAFETY SCARE SPARKS CAP HILL FIGHT OVER GUARDRAILS: 'CHINA'S GOING TO EAT OUR LUNCH' In early October, an engineer at OpenAI, one of the world's most prominent AI companies, was arrested after allegedly planting a recording device inside a conference room at the AI giant's San Francisco office. Abdulrahman Alfozan, 35, a Saudi Arabian citizen, allegedly researched how to construct a recording device and where to place it inside OpenAI, eventually concealing a customized audio recorder behind a television in an executive conference room in late September, according to the Justice Department. BEYOND KILLER ROBOTS: CHINA'S REAL AI THREAT TO AMERICA IS ALREADY HERE, EXPERTS WARN Searches of his home and electronic devices uncovered similar components and photographs that appeared to show reconnaissance of other locations inside OpenAI, including another conference room used for sensitive meetings, federal prosecutors said. Alfozan, who was a lawful permanent resident in the United States, was terminated by OpenAI following his arrest. FBI OVERHAULS TECH BACKBONE TO COUNTER AI THREATS FROM FOREIGN ADVERSARIES, REDUCE RESPONSE TIMES, PATEL SAYS In January, a former Google software engineer was convicted of stealing thousands of pages of the company's trade secrets related to AI to benefit China. Even the AI firms themselves have expressed concerns about the technology. In September, OpenAI and Anthropic warned that their advanced systems could pose a direct threat to humanity. The CEOs of both firms stated that their AI models should be regulated and rigorously tested. TRUMP'S AI RACE WITH CHINA COULD BECOME THE BIGGEST MISTAKE OF OUR TIME Despite calls for greater controls, in his September speech to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, President Donald Trump rebuffed calls for international regulation. "The United States … totally rejects any attempt to construct a globalist scheme to control the artificial intelligence being spoken of so much now," Trump told various heads of state and their delegations. "Yet the very same people who said we’ll all be dead in 12 years because of global warming ... these are the same people that are now saying that AI is going to kill us all, that robots are going to attack us, that everything is going to be a total disaster." MORNING GLORY: SPARE US THE AI APOCALYPSE RHETORIC. LET CONGRESS DECIDE WHAT COMES NEXT Among the other mounting concerns are rogue agents, autonomous or semi-autonomous AI programs whose behavior diverges from their design intent or safety constraints. In the spring, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell held emergency briefings with major Wall Street bank CEOs to warn about severe cybersecurity risks posed by Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview AI model. AI COULD GO ROGUE. WASHINGTON NEEDS ANSWERS TO THESE FIVE QUESTIONS ASAP In July, OpenAI revealed that rogue AI agents hacked into the systems of tech startup Hugging Face. Some elected officials have called for increased AI regulation. "There is now a growing alarm about the future of humanity and creating technology that human beings cannot control," Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., told reporters in September. "And I'm happy to tell you that I think there is a growing sense of urgency upon members of Congress that this has to be done." That same month, Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., blocked a bill that would require artificial intelligence companies to have a kill switch for rogue AI. "I think it would be crazy to get on the floor one day and regulate an entire industry," Paul told reporters at the time. In addition to the AI firms themselves, critics of the technology have raised concerns about how it could be exploited by America's adversaries and bad actors. TRUMP INTEL CHIEF WARNS AI FIRMS ON HACKS, SAYS NEW DEPARTMENT IS THE 'COP ON THE BEAT' A model created by Chinese firm Z. AI carried out several complex cyberattacks in controlled simulations and repeatedly ignored safety instructions in separate tests, according to a report by AI security research firm Irregular, Reuters reported. In addition, U.S. intelligence agencies raised concerns regarding contact between Alice Huang, an executive at Singapore-based Megaspeed, and NVIDIA chief executive Jensen Huang, The New York Times reported. Alice Huang, no relation to Jensen Huang, was deemed by American officials to be a Chinese intelligence asset, according to the report. "Megaspeed has been no different than many other regional cloud customers. Jensen’s interactions with Ms. Huang are not unusual or unexpected," a NVIDIA spokesperson told Fox News Digital. "Meetings with customers are part of a CEO's job; Jensen talks with thousands of customer executives every year." "Our regional cloud customers receive ordinary business information — not sensitive NVIDIA trade secrets — and zero information relevant to national security," the statement continued. "We're confident that if the U.S. government believes that any person is a threat to American industry, it would let us know." Kremer is calling for an investigation into whether Jensen Huang's conduct warrants federal review. "Jensen Huang has questioned whether it matters who gets to advanced AI first. It matters to America," she said. "He should be barred from the White House, and Nvidia’s government contracts should end until he is no longer affiliated with the company. America’s national security must come before corporate profits." Fox News Digital's Alex Miller contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4eb9380c58344e9a259a9 Distaste for Lavrov Forces U.S. to Cancel G20 Photo Session in Atlanta te 2026-10-30T19:10:11.439Z Distaste for Lavrov Forces U.S. to Cancel G20 Photo Session in Atlanta Some European foreign ministers had refused to pose alongside Russia’s top diplomat, Sergey Lavrov, at a Group of 20 gathering hosted by the United States. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4eb9180c58344e9a2599d LOCAL ROUNDUP: Coconino girls cross country wins Verde Valley Invitational te 2026-10-30T19:10:09.896Z LOCAL ROUNDUP: Coconino girls cross country wins Verde Valley Invitational A look at how local teams fared recently, including Coconino girls cross country winning yet another race at the Verde Valley Invitational. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4eb9080c58344e9a25994 NPA girls soccer stretch of championship appearances ends in semifinal loss te 2026-10-30T19:10:08.123Z NPA girls soccer stretch of championship appearances ends in semifinal loss The NPA Spartans had a streak of nine straight fall soccer state championship appearances snapped after allowing a late Snowflake goal on Thursday at Lumberjack Stadium. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4eb8d80c58344e9a25978 Judge Orders Probe of Trump DOJ Lawyers in DC Golf Course Battle te 2026-10-30T19:10:05.744Z Judge Orders Probe of Trump DOJ Lawyers in DC Golf Course Battle A judge ordered a probe into whether Trump administration lawyers misrepresented information in the DC golf course case. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4eb8c80c58344e9a2596f UConn's Dan Hurley Lands Lucrative Contract Extension: Report te 2026-10-30T19:10:04.109Z UConn's Dan Hurley Lands Lucrative Contract Extension: Report Dan Hurley has reportedly received a lucrative contract extension to remain as UConn head coach through the 2031-32 season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e944ff311a5ed8b6fe34 Mets star Bo Bichette makes $42 million decision after uneven first season in New York: reports te 2026-10-30T19:00:20.971Z Mets star Bo Bichette makes $42 million decision after uneven first season in New York: reports Bo Bichette is staying in New York, hoping to one day become the King of Queens. While no one can take that title away from Doug Heffernan, if Bichette helps lead the New York Mets to a World Series title, there will certainly be a debate. The Mets third baseman exercised his $42 million player option to remain with the team on Thursday, according to multiple reports. Last season, Bichette signed a three-year, $126 million contract with the Mets that included player opt-outs after each season. The 28-year-old decided to remain with the Mets after an uneven season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Bichette, who had been a shortstop with the Toronto Blue Jays, switched positions to become the Mets' third baseman. The beginning of the season was a struggle, as he started at third base but then moved back to shortstop after Francisco Lindor got hurt. While he was juggling positions, Bichette got off to a dismal start at the plate. Through June 10, Bichette had a .227 batting average with five home runs, 32 RBI and a paltry .597 OPS. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! After that, the two-time All-Star finally turned it on and looked like the hitter baseball fans had become accustomed to seeing. From June 11 through the end of the season, Bichette hit .285 with 13 home runs, 46 RBI and a .779 OPS. For the season, Bichette played in 152 games and hit .260 with 18 home runs, 76 RBI and a .702 OPS, which was well below his career OPS of .788. After his rocky season, Bichette would have been unlikely to find a free-agent contract worth more than the $42 million he is set to earn in 2027. Regardless, his return is a good thing for the Mets, who will have some continuity on the left side of their infield with Bichette and Lindor. That continuity is especially valuable because the team's right side of the infield is not nearly as certain. Marcus Semien struggled last year and will likely compete with Brett Baty and prospects for the second-base job, while first base remains wide open after the team struggled to replace Pete Alonso. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e939ff311a5ed8b6fdf6 Colorado River Fight Escalates as Arizona Heavyweight To Join Trump Lawsuit te 2026-10-30T19:00:09.993Z Colorado River Fight Escalates as Arizona Heavyweight To Join Trump Lawsuit "Those of us who share this precious resource have no choice but to turn to the courts,” CAP general manager Brenda Burman said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e937ff311a5ed8b6fded Cubs Labeled as Potential Trade Destination for 2X Cy Young Award Winner te 2026-10-30T19:00:07.915Z Cubs Labeled as Potential Trade Destination for 2X Cy Young Award Winner The Chicago Cubs have been linked to Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom as they look to boost their rotation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e935ff311a5ed8b6fde4 Jesse Minter Confirms Lamar Jackson's Status vs Bills te 2026-10-30T19:00:05.945Z Jesse Minter Confirms Lamar Jackson's Status vs Bills The Ravens quarterback has missed the last three contests as he dealt with a left high-ankle sprain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e933ff311a5ed8b6fdd9 Mansfeld students serve Navajo tacos at Tucson Meet Yourself te 2026-10-30T19:00:03.780Z Mansfeld students serve Navajo tacos at Tucson Meet Yourself Two Mansfeld Middle Magnet School eighth-graders taught a Tucson Meet Yourself crowd how to make Navajo tacos with Chinese chorizo, a dish they created to connect their families’ histories to Tucson. The dish was developed through the Food Literacy Program, a collaboration between the Tucson Unified School District and the University of Arizona’s School Garden Workshop. This year’s Tucson Meet Yourself festival included more than 50 vendors offering attendees a way to explore Tucson through its culinary sights, sounds and tastes. Also called “Tucson Eat Yourself” because of its high volume of food trucks, the event lets community members travel around the world in the span of a few blocks and sample a Venezuelan arepa followed by a Turkish gyro. The three-day festival featured 10 micro-villages or centers to explore. Culture Kitchen Lane included live demonstrations where attendees could watch chefs prepare specialty dishes, giving Mansfeld students the chance to show off their skills. The program connects K-12 students, dietetic interns, University of Arizona interns and their communities with resources on place-based nutrition and culinary education. Food Literacy Program Coordinator Emily Sullivan has worked out of the Sprout House, located next to Mansfeld Middle Magnet School, for the past year and a half. She’s spent the past 10 years teaching young people about nutrition and food systems in various settings. “The literacy program is all about helping our kids get a healthy relationship with food through the garden and working together to make those cultural, social, and personal connections,” Sullivan said. “We know that food is more than just fuel for our bodies. It feeds our souls and brings us together.” Tucson Spotlight trains the next generation of Southern Arizona journalists and publishes their work free for everyone. No paywalls, no corporate backing — just readers who believe this community deserves better local news. Two eighth-graders created a Sonoran-style Navajo taco through the Food Literacy Program at the Sprout House, where they worked together on a recipe that represents their family roots. Kenia Licea / Tucson Spotlight. Eighth-graders Jose Diaz and Jackson Nabb worked together for the past two months to create a recipe that would connect their family history to the place where they live. Sullivan and her colleague Nicole Mazon facilitated the project, prioritizing the students’ autonomy and allowing them to brainstorm and create a fusion of their cultural identities with Chinese chorizo. The Food Literacy Program has had a longstanding relationship with Culture Kitchen curator Feng-Feng Yeh, founder of the Chinese Chorizo Project. “Jose’s family roots include Diné (Navajo) heritage. He shared memories of his nana lovingly making frybread for Navajo tacos, a meal served for special occasions in his family,” Sullivan said. “Jackson’s passion for delicious, home-style food and interest in native Sonoran Desert foods inspired a locally infused twist on the fillings used in our tacos to include Feng-Feng’s Chinese chorizo as a symbol of solidarity between the friends.” On Saturday, Oct. 17, Diaz and Nabb gave attendees an up-close look at how to make their Sonoran-style Navajo tacos in the Culture Kitchen pavilion. The pavilion itself was designed to stir the same kind of memories that inspired their dish. The pavilion’s designer, Sarah Polzin, was inspired by food culture and the way memories connect to meals, shaping the area to resemble a retro 1940s diner. “I was asked to create a space that would celebrate food, and I feel that there’s nothing more nostalgic than a diner,” Polzin said. “Even though most of us were not around when diners were created.” The Culture Kitchen Diner, one of the newest additions to Tucson Meet Yourself, was created to represent the nostalgia that food brings through memories. Kenia Licea / Tucson Spotlight. Notecards at every table in the diner offered prompts and reflections on nostalgia and how taste can bring back memories. Taking over the kitchen and making it their own, the students narrated their journey of creating the recipe and their connection to the dish. “My Nana used to make Navajo tacos sometimes, along with my Lele on the reservation, and I like it because it reminds me of my Nana and Lele,” Diaz said. “I really love them, so I always miss eating it. Whenever I do, I always get some type of joy.” The ingredients included Indian fry bread, beans, Chinese chorizo, lettuce, cilantro, chiltepin salsa, tomato, queso fresco and more. The boys demonstrated their techniques for preparing the dough, adding a pinch of salt and talking about the importance of carefully frying the bread. “You want to grab both edges of the fry bread, and you want to dip it in carefully away from you so that you don’t burn yourself,” Nabb said. “And a good color for fried bread is this nice-looking golden color, that is a perfect piece.” At the end, samples were distributed to the tables for attendees to try. “It is so good. The fried bread is so authentic and delicious. It’s like a taste of home, and I’m so proud and happy for the students that they are learning this, and it’s really amazing,” said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. “Mansfeld is where my kids went to middle school, so I’m so glad they have the kitchen now to be able to learn how to do this, to learn culture.” The students applied their garden and culinary lessons from the Sprout House to create a savory dish meant to be shared, part of what the program hopes they take away from their time there. “Students leave Sprouts House with a greater appreciation for the natural world and a better understanding of themselves, their peers and community, their sense of place, and how they move through the world around them and what that means for their own health and the health of the planet,” Sullivan said. Kenia Licea is a University of Arizona journalism student and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact her at klicea2004@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/6ae4e6efff311a5ed8b6fd7a Liberal court delivers immigration win for Trump as judge warns of ‘floodgates’ if law firm succeeded te 2026-10-30T18:50:23.728Z Liberal court delivers immigration win for Trump as judge warns of ‘floodgates’ if law firm succeeded A liberal-majority appeals court in California handed the Trump administration a victory by blocking a lower court's ruling that ordered the State Department to open its application pool for the 2027 Diversity Visa lottery, which admits roughly 55,000 immigrants from low-immigration countries each year. In a 2-1 ruling, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals blocked a preliminary injunction issued by U.S. District Judge Jinsook Ohta requiring the lottery pool to be opened after Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a notice in November delaying the program's acceptance of new applications in order to "implement certain changes," but the application period never opened. A month later, the State Department ordered an indefinite pause on issuing diversity visas after a Portuguese national who was issued a lottery visa in 2017 committed a mass shooting at Brown University, killing two people and injuring nine others. The shooter, Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, was also tied to the murder of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) professor two days after the Brown University shooting. FBI REVEALS BROWN UNIVERSITY MASS SHOOTER BEGAN PLOTTING MASSACRE AS EARLY AS 2022, BLAMED VICTIMS The Ninth Circuit has been a perennial thorn in the side of President Donald Trump, having ruled against key portions of Trump's 2017 executive order restricting travel from predominantly Muslim countries and blocked a policy barring immigrants from being eligible for asylum if they crossed the southern border between ports of entry. However, the appeals court ruled that the lower court's preliminary injunction could not be enforced, finding that the immigration law firm Red Eagle, which represents individuals going through the visa lottery process, did not have standing to sue the federal government. The appeals court ruled that the program was intended to "encourage immigration, not generate revenue for law firms." LIBERAL COURT STUNS WITH RULING THAT HANDS TRUMP MAJOR IMMIGRATION WIN The court wrote, "If Red Eagle Law were allowed to allege standing based upon its hypothetical or conjectural collateral injury, we would be opening the floodgates, allowing all lawyers to ‘roam the country in search of governmental wrongdoing.’" However, the court made clear that its ruling was based on procedural grounds and did not weigh whether the State Department failed to follow the law. "We do not endorse the Department’s failure to open the lottery registration period," the court wrote. Abhishek Kambli, a former federal prosecutor and partner at Holtzman Vogel, said the decision by the liberal court was a "very easy call" in a post on X. "Here, the plaintiff was a law firm not bringing a claim on behalf of someone in the diversity visa lottery but on behalf of the firm itself," Kambli wrote. "The district court should have never gone beyond standing but CA9 corrected this one." TRUMP ADMIN ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF VISA RESTRICTION POLICY IN WESTERN HEMISPHERE President Donald Trump has been vocal about his opposition to the Visa Lottery Program for years. During his January 2018 State of the Union address, he called for ending the program, arguing that visas should be issued based on merit. Earlier that same month, Trump said during a bipartisan meeting with lawmakers at the White House that lottery visas allow the "worst of the worst" to come into the country. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "They call it ‘visa lottery,’ I just call it ‘lottery.’ But countries come in and they put names in a hopper," Trump said. "They’re not giving you their best names; common sense means they’re not giving you their best names." Countries eligible for the 2026 lottery included Afghanistan, New Zealand, Ecuador, Iran, Uganda, Somalia and Russia. The program was designed to create an additional pathway for people seeking visas who may not qualify through traditional channels, such as employment- or family-based immigration. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6eeff311a5ed8b6fd71 Jennifer Lawrence admits to being anonymous TikTok rage baiter who argues with strangers online te 2026-10-30T18:50:22.517Z Jennifer Lawrence admits to being anonymous TikTok rage baiter who argues with strangers online Jennifer Lawrence has a secret TikTok account that she uses to rage bait people in comment sections of videos. During an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Lawrence decided to come clean about her account and believes it's time to "take the mask off." "Cuz I'm literally, I'm arguing about like Victorian, you know, ancestry," Lawrence said about her arguments. She explained that she gets in online fights with strangers "every day" primarily about "English Tudor history." JENNIFER LAWRENCE'S CANDID PLASTIC SURGERY REVEAL OVERSHADOWED BY FANS CALLING HER 'UNRECOGNIZABLE' "All day, every day, you know, there's not really — yeah, if I'm breathing, I'm rage baiting," Lawrence said. The "Hunger Games" star went on to explain that her For You page is full of skincare videos and clips "where the girls wake up and they're like..." Lawrence said before mimicking a girl removing an overnight face mask. Lawrence previously opened up about her "secret life on TikTok" in a 2025 interview with Fandango. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE One month before the podcast appearance, Lawrence joined Instagram for the first time, despite previously keeping a low profile online. In September, Lawrence launched her Instagram account with a video explaining that if she received negative comments, she would leave the platform immediately. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "So yeah, I am giving it a shot and if anyone says anything negative I will quit immediately, no questions asked. If anyone thinks something mean, I will know and I will quit," she said. Advertisement PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE At the time, Lawrence doubled-down on her comments and posted this message to her Instagram story: "Please be mindful that any mean or aggressive comments can negatively affect the baby. It’s me. I’m the baby." Since joining in September, Lawrence's Instagram account has grown to 8.6 million followers. She has yet to launch a public TikTok account. Lawrence also confirmed on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast that she will reprise her role as Katniss Everdeen in the prequel, "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping," out on Nov. 20. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6edff311a5ed8b6fd68 Your next shirt could have a built-in touchscreen te 2026-10-30T18:50:21.335Z Your next shirt could have a built-in touchscreen How often do you reach for your phone just to check something quickly? Maybe you're walking the dog or carrying groceries and don't feel like digging through your pocket. Now, scientists are working on a way to put a touchscreen directly into the clothes you wear. Yes, your sleeve could eventually become a screen you can tap with your finger. Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed what they describe as the world's first touchscreen woven directly into a garment. Their prototype uses specialized electronic fibers to display images, play videos and respond to touch. Even more surprising, the technology survived 50 machine-washing cycles while maintaining nearly the same performance. The breakthrough, recently published in the journal Nature, could change how we interact with wearable technology. Join our upcoming CyberGuy LIVE class: 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money In this free live online class, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will share five practical ways to protect your trip and your wallet this holiday travel season. You’ll learn how to secure your phone and personal information, find better travel deals, avoid common scams, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Join us Saturday, October 31, at 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT. Register free now at CyberGuyLive.com. WEARABLE PATCH VIBRATES WHEN DANGER IS NEARBY Here's how it works. Each fiber contains tiny light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, along with an electronic layer that senses touch. When someone presses the fabric, the sensing layer identifies the location and activates the corresponding pixels. This allows the garment to respond much like a traditional touchscreen. The system can also recognize multiple touches, allowing more than one area of the display to respond at the same time. To build the prototype, researchers threaded 54 specialized fibers into the forearm of a sleeve. Each fiber contains 96 LEDs, creating a 96-by-54-pixel display measuring approximately 6.6 by 4.1 inches. The researchers also developed a manufacturing technique that connects more than 5,000 microchips through over 20,000 electrical connections. Using this process, they created electronic fibers roughly one millimeter thick and 10 meters long. That engineering allows the fabric to bend with the wearer's movements while keeping its digital display functional. Each fiber also has its own control channel, so a problem with one fiber doesn't automatically shut down the others. It brings us closer to clothing that can interact directly with electronic devices. The research team, led by Assistant Professor Tural Khudiyev at NUS's College of Design and Engineering, developed the technology to bring digital displays and touch controls directly into fabric. The prototype already handles several functions you would normally associate with a smartphone. For example, it can display a photo gallery and run a calculator. It can also work as a digital compass and display body temperature readings from a sensor positioned under the arm. Video playback is possible, too. The screen refreshes at 30 frames per second with 8-bit color depth, although that drops to 25 frames per second when playing synchronized audio. Researchers also integrated a microphone and speaker into the garment through additional electronic fibers. The sleeve can receive images over Bluetooth and respond to voice commands. It can even adjust its brightness automatically based on surrounding light. The interface also rotates its content when the wearer changes orientation. However, the prototype has only demonstrated specific wireless functions, including receiving images over Bluetooth. Researchers have not shown it replacing a smartphone screen or displaying all your phone's notifications. Of course, the 96-by-54-pixel resolution means you won't be watching your favorite movie in stunning detail. Still, the ability to watch moving images on something you can fold and wear is pretty remarkable. One of the biggest challenges with electronic clothing has always been durability. After all, clothes get stretched and tossed into washing machines. Nobody wants to worry about destroying an expensive touchscreen every time they do laundry. That's why the researchers put their electronic fibers through extensive testing. According to NUS, the display's brightness and touch response remained nearly unchanged after 50 detergent washes in a typical washing machine. Independent reporting indicates the researchers placed the fibers in a laundry bag and used gentle wash cycles. The technology also maintained its performance after 1,000 bending cycles around a five-millimeter radius. Those results are encouraging, but they don't guarantee that a finished consumer shirt containing all its electronics could survive years of everyday laundry. The testing took place under specific research conditions. The fabric remained breathable, too. Researchers found that its breathability was comparable to familiar clothing materials, including cotton and polyester. The team also reported that the display stayed within established safety limits for skin contact. These findings bring the researchers closer to making interactive clothing practical. However, there's still more testing to do before this technology could become something you'd wear every day. CAN WEARABLES DETECT HEART PROBLEMS EARLY? DOCTOR BREAKS DOWN REAL DATA We've already seen manufacturers experiment with flexible screens. Motorola, for example, previously demonstrated a bendable phone display that wraps around your wrist. The NUS research takes a different approach by building electronic functions directly into the fibers of clothing. That opens the door to clothing that could eventually display information without requiring someone to carry another screen. A jacket sleeve might show navigation instructions while you're walking through an unfamiliar city. A workout shirt could potentially display information from connected fitness sensors while you're exercising. The researchers believe the same technology could eventually support more sophisticated interactions. Future versions may combine integrated sensors with artificial intelligence to provide information based on the wearer's activities or surroundings. Another interesting possibility involves manufacturing. NUS says thinner versions of these electronic fibers could potentially work with standard industrial knitting and weaving equipment. If researchers can make that happen, the technology might eventually fit into familiar clothing designs rather than requiring entirely new types of garments. The team is already working toward higher-resolution displays and more advanced sensing capabilities. However, those improvements remain future research goals. Healthcare could become one of the most interesting uses for this technology. The current prototype already demonstrates body temperature sensing, and the researchers see opportunities to integrate additional physiological measurements into electronic textiles. According to Assistant Professor Khudiyev, "Healthcare is one particularly promising application." A future garment could potentially collect information from built-in sensors and display the results directly on the fabric. That might make certain health measurements easier to access without opening an app or looking at another device. For older adults or people managing ongoing health concerns, clothing with integrated monitoring might eventually provide another way to stay informed. However, the current sleeve demonstrates temperature sensing rather than comprehensive medical monitoring. More advanced health features would require further development and clinical validation. The research team also wants to integrate on-device AI, which could eventually help interpret sensor readings or provide personalized feedback. For now, those capabilities remain under development. As impressive as this technology looks, several questions remain. The display's current resolution is extremely limited compared with today's phones and smartwatches. Researchers will also need to address manufacturing costs and maintenance before they can reach a wider market. Perhaps the biggest practical obstacle is power. The current prototype still requires connections to an external battery and separate control electronics. That means the components needed to operate the display have yet to become fully integrated into the garment. Researchers will need to find a more convenient way to power and control the screen before touchscreen clothing becomes practical for everyday use. There's another question worth considering: privacy. If clothing eventually monitors physiological information and communicates wirelessly with other devices, people will want clear control over what gets collected and shared. That becomes especially important when wearable technology can gather information throughout the day. For now, NUS has announced no commercial launch date or consumer price for the touchscreen garment. The researchers are continuing to improve the system, with the goal of making textile-based displays more capable and practical. YOUR PHONE MAY REVEAL DOCTOR, CHURCH AND PHARMACY VISITS You won't find touchscreen shirts hanging in stores anytime soon. However, this research suggests that the next generation of wearable technology could look very different from today's smartwatches. Instead of buying another gadget to strap onto your wrist, you might eventually interact with digital information through clothing you're already wearing. That could be particularly useful when you're exercising or have your hands occupied. The potential convenience is easy to understand. You might someday glance at your sleeve for directions or check a health reading without digging through your pocket. But that experience will depend on whether researchers can make the technology affordable, comfortable and easy to power. The ability to wash the electronic fibers also makes the concept more promising for everyday use. After all, even the smartest shirt needs to feel good enough to wear. I'll admit, the idea of tapping my shirt sleeve instead of constantly reaching for my phone is pretty cool. I can see how handy that might be when I'm out walking or trying to follow directions. And the fact that these electronic fibers survived 50 trips through the washing machine? That's impressive. We've seen plenty of wearable technology that looks great in a lab but never quite makes sense in everyday life. This one has me curious because researchers are actually thinking about how people wear and care for their clothes. Still, there's a long way to go before I'd buy a touchscreen shirt. Those external batteries and cables need to disappear first. And if our clothing eventually starts collecting health information, I want to know who's getting that data and what they're doing with it. I also have to wonder whether we really need another screen competing for our attention. I love seeing technology push into unexpected places, but if I'm going to wear a touchscreen, it better give me a good reason to use it. Would you wear a shirt with a built-in touchscreen if it meant checking your phone less often, or have we reached the point where technology is taking over too much of what we wear? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6ecff311a5ed8b6fd5f Treasury flags $8B in suspicious foreign-directed transfers through US money services firms te 2026-10-30T18:50:20.082Z Treasury flags $8B in suspicious foreign-directed transfers through US money services firms The Trump administration uncovered what it says is more than $8 billion in potentially fraudulent cross-border wire payments that were made under foreign agents’ direction, issuing new guidelines for nonprofits who take foreign money, executing multiple FBI search warrants and building out a large-scale indictment. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) within the Treasury Department said it identified suspicious wire payments from 2021 to 2025 that were sent through U.S.-based money services businesses at the direction of foreign agents. "When greed meets negligence, the American people suffer," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Under President Trump and Vice President Vance’s leadership, Treasury stopped nearly $190 million in funds tied to overseas fraud and returned more than $100 million to U.S. victims.  "We are working with the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud to help prevent this kind of abuse from happening again, in Minnesota or anywhere else." WHITE HOUSE LAUNCHES INTERACTIVE MAP TRACKING BILLIONS IN SUSPECTED FRAUD Bessent, FBI Director Kash Patel, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz and Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson held a news conference in Minnesota to detail the substantial fraud uncovered and FBI Minnesota's actions. The Treasury Department issued a notice urging banks to scrutinize nonprofits’ donors, funding streams and ties to other groups and governments. FinCEN says the arrangements could obscure the ultimate recipients and potentially be exploited for money laundering or terrorist financing. WATCHDOG UNLEASHES DATABASE TO EXPOSE 'LOOPHOLES' AS $5B IN FOREIGN CASH FLOODS US NONPROFITS The notice noted that bad actors commit fraud in three forms of abuse: sham charities allegedly diverting funds to illicit activity, charity-related fraud that enriches the people running the scheme and embezzlement by insiders at legitimate organizations. Salim Said, a co-conspirator in the Feeding Our Future case, was sentenced to 30 years in prison this week after being convicted on 21 counts for a scheme that defrauded a federal child nutrition program of $49 million. At the end of last year, reports and social media coverage by Nick Shirley exposed a network of daycare centers, like the "Quality Learing (sic) Center," that were allegedly fraudulent and operated mostly by Somali immigrants. MINNESOTA MAN CAPTURED IN SOMALIA AFTER ALLEGEDLY HELPING ORCHESTRATE $250M CHILD NUTRITION FRAUD SCHEME The reports sparked swift action from the administration, and former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem deployed DHS and ICE agents to the streets of Minneapolis to catch and deport Somali immigrants in the country illegally. The deployment sparked a clash between local residents and federal agents that exploded into violent riots across the Twin Cities. The Treasury secretary has previously taken aim at fraud and bad actors funding nonprofit organizations in the U.S. In April, the IRS tightened tax-exempt reporting requirements in an effort to uncover nonprofit funding being used for "extremist activity" and "hiding fraud." "Tax-exempt status is not immunity from scrutiny," Treasury Assistant Secretary and acting IRS Chief Counsel Ken Kies wrote in a statement. "If an organization receives public funds or tax-deductible donations, it should be prepared to show who controls the money and where it goes." CRUZ PUSHES BILL TO HOLD TAX-EXEMPT SPONSORS ACCOUNTABLE AS DOJ PROBES SINGHAM NETWORK Bessent has also been involved with the Department of Justice’s grand jury probe into the nonprofit network of Neville Roy Singham. Sources at Treasury told Fox News Digital that Bessent met with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon and discussed Singham’s previously held accounts at the bank, which Singham used to distribute funds to a number of nonprofits. HOUSE PANEL WARNS SINGHAM-LINKED NONPROFITS: COMPLY WITH SUBPOENAS OR FACE CONGRESS Singham, a 72-year-old American who sold his tech company for $785 million in 2017 and now lives in Shanghai, has funneled $278 million into a broad network of nonprofits since 2017, according to a Fox News Digital investigation. These groups regularly organize and participate in anti-ICE, anti-Israel and pro-Iran demonstrations. Singham has not been charged, and the investigation in the Southern District of New York remains ongoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6eaff311a5ed8b6fd56 3 killed, 5 injured at popular tourist hot spot after rocks suddenly tumble down te 2026-10-30T18:50:18.830Z 3 killed, 5 injured at popular tourist hot spot after rocks suddenly tumble down At least three people were killed at Cappadocia, a popular tourist destination in central Turkey, when a rockfall occurred Thursday, officials said. The rockfall took place at around 3:15 p.m. local time that day, according to Reuters. After the area experienced heavy rain, the rockfall came from a volcanic geological formation called a "fairy chimney," the same source said. TEEN DIES AFTER FALLING FROM MOVING CARNIVAL RIDE AS QUESTIONS MOUNT OVER SAFETY The name comes from the tall, narrow, often cone-shaped rock formations that resemble chimneys, with the "fairy" reference tied to local folklore. Rock fragments from the fairy chimney broke off and fell onto people near the Goreme Open-Air Museum, Nevsehir Gov. Huseyin Kok told reporters. Three people died and five were injured, according to The Associated Press. TOURIST DANGLES 23 STORIES ABOVE STREET IN ‘RECKLESS’ DAREDEVIL STUNT "We hope that there are no other casualties," Kok said, according to AP.  "We are deeply saddened." Kok said two of the three people killed were Turkish nationals, but did not provide information about the third individual, AP reported. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER It is unclear whether the dead and injured were tourists, employees or others. Rescue teams were searching through rubble at the scene, according to the governor. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Cappadocia, located in central Turkey, southeast of the capital Ankara, is known for its distinctive fairy chimneys, cave dwellings and ancient rock-cut churches. The tragedy follows other fatal accidents involving tourists at popular destinations this month. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Earlier in October, a 55-year-old Brazilian tourist was fatally struck in the head by a piece of roofing material that blew off during strong winds while he was visiting Taliesin West, a historic Arizona landmark designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Also in October, a 36-year-old American tourist died after falling approximately 1,000 feet down a steep mountain slope in Italy's Dolomites while vacationing with her family. Reuters and The Associated Press contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6e8ff311a5ed8b6fd3e DOJ again warns election officials of potential criminal prosecution, days before midterm elections te 2026-10-30T18:50:16.660Z DOJ again warns election officials of potential criminal prosecution, days before midterm elections Acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter speaks at a Justice Department press conference in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 22, 2026. McCotter signed letters dated Oct. 29 warning state election officials of criminal penalties for failing to preserve election records. (Photo by Finn Gomez/Getty Images) The Justice Department has sent yet another round of letters to state election officials warning them that they could face criminal prosecution for violating federal election laws, this time reminding them that they must preserve ballots, voter-registration records, and other election materials for 22 months after a federal election. This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Multiple state election offices confirmed to Votebeat that they received identical letters dated Oct. 29 and signed by acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter. Officials familiar with the correspondence said the letters appear to have been sent to all 50 states. “It is a crime to willfully fail to comply with Section 20701,” the letter said, according to a copy provided to Votebeat. Votebeat also viewed letters sent to other states, which were identical. “Such a failure is punishable by up to a year in prison and a $1,000 fine.” The letter also warns that it is unlawful to willfully steal, destroy, conceal, mutilate, or alter election records. The letters, dated Thursday, Oct. 29, came two days after a federal judge in California verbally admonished the Trump administration for threatening election officials with criminal prosecution in a separate dispute over ballots cast by suspected noncitizens. “This court believes it would be wise that any threats to state and county elected employees cease immediately,” U.S. District Judge David O. Carter said during Tuesday’s hearing. In a written ruling Wednesday, Carter rejected the DOJ’s attempt to force California to set aside ballots from roughly 20,000 voters and reiterated his warning: “These threats must stop.” Justin Levitt, a former Justice Department official and White House voting rights adviser under President Joe Biden, said he was unaware of any precedent for sending such a reminder to election officials nationwide. “Election officials know that they have an obligation to comply with this law — they know that real, real well — and this certainly looks like it’s meant to intimidate rather than to inform,” Levitt said. Votebeat asked the Justice Department why the letters were sent just days before Election Day, why McCotter personally signed them, and whether similar reminders had been issued before previous federal elections. The department had not responded as of publication. Another round of DOJ warnings The letters are the latest in a series of warnings from the Trump administration to state election officials. A July mailing warned officials they could face prosecution for knowingly allowing noncitizens to vote, while September letters threatened civil or criminal penalties for failing to preserve records from the 2024 election. The July letters were signed by Harmeet Dhillon, the assistant attorney general overseeing the Justice Department’s civil rights division. The September letters, signed by Eric Neff, the acting chief of the division’s voting section, directed 29 states and Washington, D.C., to preserve records in connection with ongoing litigation over access to voter-registration data. Dhillon described those notices at the time as standard litigation practice rather than threats. The October letters, by contrast, cite an existing preservation requirement dating to 1960 without identifying a particular violation or pending investigation. They were also signed by a more senior official: McCotter, the acting deputy attorney general and the department’s second-highest-ranking official, who assumed the role in August. McCotter has recently played a direct role in the Justice Department’s election-related litigation. Earlier this month, he signed letters to California officials, including Secretary of State Shirley Weber and Los Angeles County Registrar Dean Logan, demanding that they investigate a federal list of suspected noncitizens who had received mail ballots. He gave officials 48 hours to review the list and instructed them to set aside ballots from voters whose citizenship could not be confirmed, warning that the Justice Department would seek emergency court intervention. The Justice Department subsequently sued California, asking a judge to bar the state from counting the ballots of voters on the list. State and county officials disputed the accuracy of the federal government’s data, saying it included U.S. citizens and people who were not registered to vote. Carter rejected the department’s request Wednesday, finding that the proposed intervention could disrupt voting and prevent eligible citizens from having their ballots counted. The Justice Department appealed, and has since issued grand jury subpoenas to California election officials. Experts question the timing and purpose Levitt said there was nothing inherently improper about the Justice Department reminding officials of their legal obligations, but such reminders are typically prompted by concerns about compliance or understanding of the law. “It is not itself improper,” Levitt said. “But it’s super weird that the deputy sent this letter, and it’s super weird he sent the letter to everybody.” Joshua Douglas, an election law professor at the University of Kentucky, also questioned the timing, particularly when election officials are occupied with preparations for Election Day. “I have never seen the DOJ send this kind of letter across the country in the days before the election,” Douglas said. The letters impose no new legal requirements, Douglas said, but create another issue for election officials to deal with during an already demanding period. “At least they aren’t targeting based on politics, but it feels very unnecessary and creates confusion,” he said. The nationwide mailing also comes as federal courts scrutinize other Justice Department demands to states. On Thursday, a federal judge in Washington ordered the department by noon today to disclose which states had received letters demanding that ballots from suspected noncitizens be set aside. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6e1ff311a5ed8b6fd23 El-Sayed’s Former Primary Rival Demands Apology Ahead of Joint Midterms Appearance te 2026-10-30T18:50:09.329Z El-Sayed’s Former Primary Rival Demands Apology Ahead of Joint Midterms Appearance Representative Haley Stevens plans to campaign with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in a pivotal race. But she also wants him to apologize for comments about Israel and disavow an ad she sees as antisemitic. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4e6dfff311a5ed8b6fd1a Apache County’s 2024 election was worse than reported, records show. Now, it faces another test at the polls. te 2026-10-30T18:50:07.857Z Apache County’s 2024 election was worse than reported, records show. Now, it faces another test at the polls. This story was published by Votebeat in partnership with the Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting with support from the Pulitzer Center. Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration. AZCIR is a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to statewide investigative reporting. APACHE COUNTY — As Arizona readies itself for a contentious midterm election, voters in remote, windswept Apache County are hoping this time will be different. The mammoth county is known for pine-topped mountains and rolling high desert hills. It’s also home to a large swath of the country’s largest Native American reservation — the Navajo Nation, which makes up its northern half. Voters there have been let down many times before. In the 2020 and 2022 elections, the Nation filed emergency lawsuits against Apache County to extend polling hours — a result of voting sites opening late, per court records. Then, in 2024, the county experienced an election meltdown on an entirely different scale. It started less than half an hour after polls opened. Rita Vaughan, then the county’s elections director, wrote what would prove to be a consequential email to her team at 6:27 a.m.: “All printers are not working with poll books.” Within hours, the voting process had slowed to a crawl — and, in some cases, appeared to halt entirely. There were reports of two- to three-hour lines at some polling places. In public statements and, later, in court, the county blamed malfunctioning ballot printers for the fiasco. They maintained that voters could still vote via backup options like emergency, preprinted ballots and accessible voting machines. They said that staff fixed the problems expeditiously and voting never paused across the reservation. There’s just one problem with their explanation: It’s not what actually happened. The issue that day stemmed from the county’s electronic pollbooks, not its printers — and it caused a complete breakdown, according to an investigation by Votebeat and the Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting. Records show a combination of technical glitches, communication shortfalls, understaffing, and poor preparation disenfranchised voters in Apache County. To reconstruct what happened, Votebeat and AZCIR examined thousands of pages of court documents, voting records, and county emails — some of which the county took 16 months to hand over. Reporters also interviewed voters and witnesses and repeatedly attempted to interview multiple county officials, all of whom either didn’t respond to requests for comment or declined to talk on the record. The investigation found that the cash-strapped, rural county appeared fundamentally unprepared for the 2024 election — and raises concerns about the county’s readiness for another high-stakes election now just days away. A previously unreported letter sent to county officials by Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes in March 2025 confirms that finding, documenting a series of failures that state officials described as preventable. Among them: The county loaded final voter rolls onto its electronic pollbooks — devices used to check voters’ registration status, confirm they haven’t already voted, and issue the correct ballot to them — before Election Day, but failed to test them before shipping them across the county. It also lacked adequate plans and resources to respond when equipment malfunctioned. A Navajo Nation building is pictured in Window Rock, Ariz., on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. A large swath of the reservation, which is the largest in the country, falls into cash-strapped, remote Apache County. (Ash Ponders for Votebeat) With pollbooks failing, workers couldn’t print ballots on demand or reliably verify voters’ registrations. As the machines broke down, AZCIR and Votebeat found, so did communication. Records show poll workers didn’t know when a technician would be out to fix things or exactly what had gone wrong. Preprinted emergency ballots kept in reserve in case of technical glitches began to dwindle before noon. At some locations, accessible voting machines, essential for tribal elders who only speak Navajo, also malfunctioned. And voters couldn’t just go to other polling places — the county assigned them to specific sites. Throughout the day, emails show that a small group of staffers worked desperately to try to fix the issues across the county, the sixth-largest in the country by area. Technicians drove hours on treacherous roads, crossing mountains and desolate mesas to deliver pollbook fixes to small communities. Still, records show the county’s Navajo precincts — those farthest from Apache’s white-majority county seat — were among the last to be fixed. Until they were, voting was impossible or near impossible at many sites. Low temperatures, work, and family obligations began to pull Navajo voters away from the polls — and, in some cases, records and interviews show people were turned away by overwhelmed poll workers. The secretary of state’s office also received reports of voters being improperly turned away during a court-ordered extension of polling hours, according to Fontes’ letter. The problems continued after Election Day. The county was so busy dealing with the fallout from in-person voting that it fell behind on verifying signatures on mail ballots. As a result, around 30 voters with signature deficiencies weren’t given the chance to fix the issue until just two days before the deadline to do so. Many of those ballots were never counted. Katherine Belzowski, an assistant attorney general for the Navajo Nation Department of Justice, watched the election play out from afar. She said she was initially heartbroken and horrified. Later, she said, those emotions gave way to frustration as a lawyer for the county claimed in court that the average voter was still able to cast their ballot. That attorney said her comments were made in “good faith.” But when Votebeat and AZCIR repeated her assertion to voters and representatives of the Navajo Nation, the reactions ranged from eye rolls to full-bodied laughter. The underlying sentiment was largely the same: The “average voter” referenced in court did not include the Navajo people. “People were denied the right to vote left and right,” Belzowski said. “And then they were told it’s not a big deal.” Since 2024, Apache County has instituted some changes to its election operations, including adopting a more flexible vote center model and replacing outdated voting equipment. Shortly after early voting began this year, Belzowski said she believed the county may have “turned a corner.” Fontes said the primary election had run smoothly in Apache County and described its progress as a “story of success.” But Votebeat and AZCIR’s findings raise larger questions about what it will take to solve the region’s long history of disenfranchisement, and how long it has taken to address problems. In a 2018 federal lawsuit, the Navajo Nation claimed state- and county-level election practices had long disenfranchised its voters. That suit was settled the following year. And a report released earlier this year by the Native American Rights Fund found that voters in Indian Country face barriers during nearly every stage of the electoral process, particularly in Apache County and neighboring Navajo County. Asked whether Apache’s recent changes would be enough to address the broader problems facing Navajo voters there, Fontes offered no guarantee. “The answer is, [it’s] better in 2026 than it was in 2024,” Fontes said. “But it’s a fool’s errand to say that you’re going to be able to solve all the problems.” Campaign signs crowd a corner in Lukachukai, Ariz., on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. Voters there are preparing to vote in the first major election since 2024, when widespread technical issues threw voting into chaos in Apache County. (Ash Ponders for Votebeat) 6 a.m.: County offered little communication as machines went down Frances Sjoberg was among the first to realize that something was wrong. A lawyer with the Navajo Nation Department of Justice, Sjoberg had been assigned to observe the polls in Rock Point, a small village located about 20 miles south of the Arizona-Utah border. Within minutes of the community’s senior center opening its doors to voters, word began to spread that the printers inside weren’t working. A line began to grow. Sjoberg promptly called the problem in to her colleagues and Arizona State University’s Indian Legal Clinic, which often represents tribes in voting cases. Her call was the first of several from observers and voters to the clinic, based hundreds of miles away in Phoenix. Torey Dolan, who’d helped with the clinic’s voter hotline since 2018, wasn’t surprised to hear that something was going wrong in Apache County, given its history of election issues. She and other attorneys had even begun sending observers to the polls with blank affidavits, prepared to document any irregularities. Before considering litigation, though, Dolan wanted to contact Vaughan to determine exactly what was happening and what she and observers on the ground should tell voters. That proved difficult. Dolan called Vaughan at 6:33 a.m., according to court documents. She hit Vaughan’s voicemail, which was full and not accepting messages, according to a court affidavit. She then called the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office and notified Belzowski, who also began making inquiries. Meanwhile, records show Vaughan was beginning to grasp the scale of the problem with the county’s pollbooks. She didn’t immediately share what she’d learned with Dolan or the Navajo Nation Department of Justice. But she did tell her team — a skeleton crew of herself, her executive assistant, and five IT techs. “IT IS A POLL BOOK ISSUE,” she emailed at 7:27 a.m. To fix it, the techs would have to travel across the county’s 11,198-square-mile expanse, an area roughly the size of Maryland. They’d need to stop at each of its 40-plus voting sites, manually updating each pollbook by plugging in a USB drive preloaded with corrected software. The first report of techs leaving to deploy the corrected software came at 9:09 a.m., when one went to a voting site in Concho, a non-Navajo community located about 20 minutes west of St. Johns, the county seat. But a new problem was emerging. Vaughan’s techs were becoming increasingly concerned that polling locations would run out of emergency ballots before the techs arrived to fix their pollbooks. Already, some sites were reporting that they were running low. Without emergency ballots, voters at those polling places would have to rely on the county’s outdated and glitchy ExpressVote machines, accessible voting devices required by federal law to assist voters with disabilities. None of that, however, was in an update sent to Belzowski by the county’s attorney, Emily Craiger, at 10:12 a.m. — the first email from the county to tribal officials that day, according to records reviewed by Votebeat and AZCIR. Craiger said people could keep voting because emergency ballots were available. They also could use the ExpressVote machines, she said. Vaughan, who resigned as elections director in the weeks after the 2024 election and has since moved into a new role as the county’s human resources manager, did not respond to multiple requests for comment sent both through the county and to her directly. Craiger said her comments on Election Day were based on information she received from the elections department. Amos Johnson, a member of the Navajo Nation, uses an accessible voting device to listen to instructions in Navajo at the Navajo Voters Coalition Conference at Twin Arrows near Flagstaff, Arizona, on June 18, 2026. Similar devices were glitching at some voting sites in Apache County in 2024, which may have left voters with no way to cast ballots until technicians fixed the county’s malfunctioning pollbooks. (Christopher Lomahquahu for Votebeat) 10 a.m.: Voters walked away amid election chaos As county officials scrambled to fix the problem, voters started to leave. There was little that Carl R. Slater could do about it. As an elected delegate on the Navajo Nation Council, he was acting as a poll observer in Lukachukai, a small farming community nestled in mountain foothills almost three hours north of St. Johns. Slater was also informally monitoring other chapters in his council district. What he saw was a cascade of failures. With pollbooks down, voters were relying on emergency ballots and ExpressVote machines. But in Round Rock, the ExpressVote machine froze in the morning, leaving emergency ballots as voters’ last resort. In St. Michaels, the polling site ran out of emergency ballots around 10 a.m., leaving voters at the mercy of the unreliable ExpressVote machine. Fort Defiance ran out of emergency ballots soon after. When would-be voters saw the line at Lukachukai wasn’t moving, they grew restless. Eventually, people started to leave. “At this point, we’ve probably turned away more people than decided the last elections,” Slater texted the Navajo Nation’s attorneys around 10:30 a.m. In Rock Point, Sjoberg begged people to stay in the long line that now stretched into the plaza between the chapter house and the local senior center. The day had begun deceptively sunny, but temperatures soon dropped and the wind sharpened. A blizzard was on the horizon, and people began to leave. Sjoberg went into triage mode. “I started kind of hustling,” she said. “I was primarily focused at that moment to say, ‘Will you come back to vote?’” Some voters did. Crystalyne Curley, the speaker of the Navajo Nation Council, was initially told she could not vote at the precinct closest to Window Rock, the reservation’s seat of government. Instead, poll workers told her she’d have to go to Cottonwood, the precinct closest to her home community of Fish Point, an hour and 15 minutes away. It’s unclear why they did so; voters were supposed to be allowed to cast ballots outside their assigned precincts using ExpressVote machines. Curley made the drive, but when she got to Cottonwood, she was again told they didn’t have her ballot. Workers there directed her to return to Window Rock. Back where she started, minus a few gallons of gas, Curley insisted on voting and presented her ID. She was given a provisional ballot — a type of ballot that is used when there’s a question about the voter’s eligibility. Curley wrote down the ballot’s tracking number. Two weeks later, she followed up with county officials to check if her ballot had counted. “It didn’t,” Curley said. “They had no tracking of what happened.” Others, like Wava White, couldn’t wait. White, now 69, arrived at Fort Defiance mid-afternoon. Voting held a special significance to White, whose uncle died in the Vietnam War. As she viewed it, her family had bled for the right to vote, so she was initially undeterred by the line ahead. But hours began to go by, and the line wasn’t moving. The sky grew dark. Even if White could make it to the voting booth, she still had an hour-long drive to her mother’s house. When she asked a poll worker how much longer it would take before she could vote, she was given an estimate of another three hours. Dejected, she walked away. Lukachukai, Rock Point, and Fort Defiance were three of the nine precincts a judge would ultimately order to remain open until 9 p.m. that evening. All of those voting locations were on the Navajo Nation, in the northern part of the county, where records suggest equipment fixes were delivered later than in the predominantly white precincts to the south. White wouldn’t learn until the next day that returning later to vote had been an option. Speaking with reporters inside a small coffee shop in Window Rock nearly two years later, she said she is still gutted by the experience. “Every four years, we vote,” White said, referring to the presidential election cycle. “And they can’t get this right.” Katherine Belzowski, an assistant attorney general for the Navajo Nation Department of Justice, is pictured in Window Rock, Ariz., on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. In 2024, Belzowski was triaging election problems from her sister’s house on the East Coast on Election Day. (Ash Ponders for Votebeat) 7 p.m.: Court extends voting hours, but it’s too late for some voters An hour before the polls closed, a handful of officials and attorneys joined a virtual court hearing on the day’s voting problems. Earlier in the day, the Navajo Nation had notified Apache County that its lawyers planned to sue to extend voting hours due to the chaos. Craiger had called that “unnecessary,” and in an email sent just before noon, suggested that the county would have any outstanding voting sites fixed by the early afternoon. Hours later, though, some sites still were experiencing problems. Around 5 p.m., the Navajo Nation filed its lawsuit asking Apache County Superior Court Judge Michael Latham to extend voting by two hours across the reservation. But Vaughan and Craiger pushed back. “An average voter who wanted to vote today would have the opportunity to do it,” Craiger said to the court. She was based in the Phoenix area, along with most of the other lawyers on the call, and admitted that she was unfamiliar with the geography of Apache County. Still, she maintained that voters could use ExpressVote machines while technicians fixed the pollbooks and that they’d already had several hours to vote after those problems were resolved. “We acknowledge that there were longer lines than usual in Apache County, but that all voters had the ability to vote today and continue to have that ability right now,” she said. Yet as Craiger spoke, records show pollbooks were still malfunctioning at Canyon de Chelly, a precinct in the heart of the Navajo Nation. Emails indicate county techs had visited the site, a county office, in the morning but returned shortly after 6 p.m. to fix two pollbooks. It’s unclear whether the return visit was prompted by the same pollbook issues as that morning; records suggest no other precincts experienced further pollbook problems. One technician, Matt Lovell, noted in emails to Vaughan that the location had a “huge line” that evening and that he’d observed poll workers attempt to turn away voters not found in the system. Lovell, who now heads the county’s IT department, declined an interview with Votebeat and AZCIR. Craiger also said in court that emergency paper ballots remained available while IT staff crisscrossed the county to fix pollbooks and that “additional paper ballots were deployed to the voting locations so that voting could continue.” Vaughan would not speak with Votebeat or AZCIR to clarify the chain of events; Craiger said she was relaying information from the elections department and declined to comment further. Craiger further argued that spotty cell service would make it nearly impossible to quickly notify Navajo Nation polling sites about extended hours, while the reservation’s vast distances would complicate delivery of additional provisional ballots, which must be used any time polling hours are extended. Latham ultimately ordered a two-hour extension at only the nine sites where the day’s technical issues were most clearly documented. In a recent interview, Sjoberg acknowledged that the extension of hours was an imperfect solution. She described it as the best they could do under the circumstances. “I do not think that it redresses the issues,” she said. “I do not know that voters who left when they left came back to vote.” The hearing ended about 10 minutes before polls were originally scheduled to close. Minutes later, Canyon de Chelly’s pollbooks were finally fixed. But unlike neighboring Chinle, the site was not granted an additional two hours of voting. After Election Day, Apache County struggled to keep up with ballots Even in a normal election, a disproportionate number of voters cast provisional ballots in Apache County. There are often more questions about voters’ eligibility on tribal lands, where voters frequently lack residential addresses and might describe where they live using physical or natural landmarks, making their exact locations difficult to verify. But due to the chaos, the 2024 election saw even more provisional ballots cast than usual — more than 3,500. That type of ballot requires the county recorder’s office to later verify voters’ eligibility and precinct. With only a handful of full-time employees, the office quickly became overwhelmed in the days following the election. Keely Varvel, chief of staff at the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office, sent a handful of staffers to assist Apache County. But processing the mound of provisional ballots delayed yet another critical task, she said: verifying signatures on mail ballots. In Arizona, voters can drop mail ballots off at the polls on Election Day. But state law gives only a five-day window for those ballots to be verified and for voters to fix, or “cure,” any issues with their signatures and ensure their votes are counted. That means election officials are typically under immense pressure to process mail ballots quickly and do as much voter outreach as possible before the cure deadline. In Apache County, records show about 30 voters were first contacted on Nov. 8, just two days before the cure deadline. Court testimony suggests that some others may not have been contacted until Nov. 9. Records show 14 voters contacted late subsequently saw their ballot rejected. Some likely didn’t know that the county was trying to reach them at all, as records indicate the recorder’s office lacked up-to-date contact information for many voters. When officials hit dead phone numbers, they had no way to leave a voicemail or send a text message, and no time to mail a letter. The recorder’s office declined to speak with Votebeat and AZCIR for this story, citing staffing limitations. The curing scramble led the Navajo Nation to file yet another lawsuit, this time requesting that the county extend its cure period by three days. Patty Ferguson-Bohnee, an attorney representing the Nation, said in court that tribal members had been “denied their fundamental right to vote on equal footing with Arizona citizens.” Craiger countered in court that the county had made “reasonable efforts” to reach voters. She called the lawsuit “speculative,” noting that lawyers hadn’t identified any voters who claimed to be disenfranchised — though Ferguson-Bohnee noted many voters “probably do not know if they are on that cure list.” In the end, Latham ruled for the county, finding that voters were “properly notified, pursuant to statutory requirements” of inconsistent signatures. But he went on to detail infrastructure challenges that might interfere with Navajo Nation voters’ ability to cast a ballot — including dirt roads, poor internet connectivity, and limited mail service. Latham acknowledged that additional protections could help rural and tribal voters, but he laid that responsibility squarely at the feet of state lawmakers. “The court lacks authority to craft legal remedies beyond what the law allows even though certain remedies may assist rural communities,” he wrote. “That is something the Arizona State Legislature has the power to address.” But it hasn’t. Years later, are changes enough to prevent another 2024? Much has changed in Apache County since Nov. 5, 2024. Earlier this year, the board of supervisors voted to start using vote centers instead of precinct-based polling places, a change long pushed by tribal and state officials that will allow voters to cast ballots at any polling site in the county. The secretary of state’s office had provided equipment that could have supported such a model in 2024 — and likely mitigated at least some of the problems voters faced there — but the county declined to use it, according to Fontes’ March 2025 letter. The county’s elections department, using federal grant funds, replaced its outdated ExpressVote devices. It also hired a new elections director, Megan Hill, who declined to discuss the changes made by the department. An individual familiar with the changes said the county also adopted an informal policy restricting pollbook programming updates shortly before elections, except for security purposes. In the recorder’s office, officials have worked to update voter records in an effort to cut down on provisional ballots and rejected mail ballots. The office also gained a new temporary employee through a state fellowship program. Questions about the state’s response persist. In an initial interview with Votebeat and AZCIR, Fontes recalled only that Apache’s problems appeared to involve a faulty pollbook software update. His office later provided the March 2025 letter documenting a much broader set of failures. In a subsequent interview, Fontes attributed his limited recollection to the volume of issues his office had dealt with since the election, noting that “so much has happened since then.” He said the letter showed that his office had thoroughly followed up with the county. Still, during the initial interview, Fontes acknowledged that he hadn’t pressed for every detail of the pollbook problems. When asked whether he should have, he paused. “Maybe.” Fontes emphasized how far the county has come, saying it has progressed “miles and miles and miles” from where it was in 2024. He also said it was worth considering whether his office should require counties to test pollbooks and limit programming changes before elections, with carveouts for critical security updates. Yet for all the changes Apache County has made, its longstanding staffing and funding challenges remain. In his letter, Fontes warned that the state could not continue sending employees to help Apache County process provisional ballots after elections. He urged county officials to provide adequate personnel and resources, noting the difficulty of administering elections across a vast county with a limited tax base. Arizona law prohibits counties from accepting private funding, including grants, for election administration, even as state lawmakers have increased the responsibilities of local election officials. The law, passed in 2021 by the Republican-controlled legislature, was described as a voter confidence and election integrity measure. Sjoberg, with the Navajo Nation Department of Justice, said repealing or amending it could help counties pay for more accessible voting machines and poll workers. The legislature has also imposed new proof-of-residency requirements, shortened the period for curing mail ballots, and expanded automatic recounts in recent years, among other changes. Starting in 2027, county recorders will be required to remove voters from the state’s early voting list if they fail to cast a mail ballot in federal, state, or certain municipal elections over a four-year period. “There are so many hoops that the election directors have to jump through, and the county recorders have to jump through, that it just makes it unrealistic for any county that doesn’t have a certain amount of income,” said Belzowski, the Navajo Nation’s assistant attorney general. Fontes was more pointed in his criticism. “The legislature does not want to fund elections administration,” said Fontes, a Democrat. “They want to complain about it a lot, but they don’t want to fund it, and that’s the core of all of the issues we’ve had over many, many, many years.” State lawmakers could also address some of the barriers Navajo voters face at the polls. Arizona could adopt protections similar to those in neighboring New Mexico, for instance, where Native American communities have a say in polling locations, ballot box placements, and precinct boundaries. Belzowski said the voting landscape there is far easier for underresourced counties and tribal voters to navigate. “I think New Mexico wants to encourage people to vote,” Belzowski said. “I think Arizona is more interested in keeping people from voting.” Republican and Democratic leaders in the Arizona Legislature did not respond to a request for comment on whether they’d support changes to state law that could improve voting in Apache County, particularly on tribal land. Dolan, who now researches voting access in Indian Country at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, said she no longer directs all of her frustration toward Apache County. She described the 2024 election as a failure on the part of the state as a whole and said it will take more than changes at the county level to solve the continuous disenfranchisement of Navajo voters. “I realize that these are people who are working under impossible circumstances, and my frustration is dispersed amongst the institutions that made this this way,” Dolan said. For Navajo voters, election problems are so common they’ve become “part of the living memory there,” she added. “So, no one’s ever indignant,” she said. “They’re frustrated, but they’re not shocked.” That history led White, of Fort Defiance, to make a different plan for voting this year. This time, she arranged to receive her ballot by mail and said she would drop it off at a county office. She told Votebeat and AZCIR she would be watching what happens on Election Day. “If there’s a glitch, fix it,” she said, adding that she was “sure something would have been done really quick” if pollbooks failed en masse in Phoenix. AZCIR reporter Molly Bohannon and former Votebeat Arizona senior reporter Jen Fifield contributed reporting. Graphics by Thomas Wilburn. Sasha Hupka is a reporter for Votebeat based in Arizona. Contact Sasha at shupka@votebeat.org. Adriana Navarro is a reporter for the Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting. Contact Adriana at adriana.navarro@azcir.org. The post Apache County’s 2024 election was worse than reported, records show. Now, it faces another test at the polls. appeared first on AZ Luminaria. 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They called a vote in favor of Prop. 421 a “referendum on TEP.” “Through voting no on Proposition 421, we will finally be able to force the city council to look into the public power option and to stop further collaboration with TEP,” said Desiree Nguyen, a member of the Public Power for Tucson and the Party for Socialism and Liberation who helped organize the protest. Organizers have been campaigning for public power, saying a people-driven process would provide greater benefits than an investor-owned utility like TEP, including lower rates and fewer power outages. They also said public power could use surplus profit for things like health care and education instead of repaying investors and shareholders. They compared those promises with the rate increase of about 13% that TEP is seeking from the Arizona Corporation Commission. The energy collaboration agreement would provide $2 million a year in TEP funds for infrastructure and sustainability projects, rising 2% annually, for about $64 million over 25 years. Protesters said TEP’s practices harm the environment in ways public power would not, such as moving to renewable energy faster instead of shifting from coal to natural gas, as TEP plans to do by 2030. We're a nationally recognized newsroom, but we're still a nonprofit that runs on community support. Help us keep telling Tucson's stories. Protesters carry signs and chant as they march toward Tucson Electric Power’s downtown office Oct. 21 to urge voters to reject Proposition 421. Ian Stash / Tucson Spotlight. Protesters also linked TEP to Project Blue, a proposed data center they say would damage the environment as a result of TEP’s business practices. The Arizona Corporation Commission approved a 10-year energy service agreement between TEP and the data center in December, and Attorney General Kris Mayes has sued to force a rehearing. TEP can’t deny power to anyone in its service area, but protesters said a public utility would give residents more say in where power goes on the grid. “We would have the final say in decision-making, in processing, in being able to decide where our electricity is going towards, such as going towards our low-income neighborhoods instead of being siphoned to a data center,” Nguyen said. “Much like how the public utility of Tucson Water defeated the initial proposal for Project Blue. Project Blue could still be defeated, could still not be destroying our land if TEP, if our electrical grid, were a public utility.” TEP officials say Prop. 421 renews “common-sense rules” on the utility’s access to the city’s right-of-way as part of the franchise agreement renewal, which would free the company to respond to outages faster. The existing Tucson-TEP franchise agreement is set to expire in April 2027 and includes a 2.25% franchise fee on customer bills. Public Power Tucson said that campaign finance reports show that TEP’s political action committee, TEP for Tucson, has spent nearly $4 million over the course of its campaign to garner support for Prop. 421, including almost $3 million on online and TV advertisements, $780,000 on campaign mailers and $14,160 on 59 campaign arguments for the official Tucson voter guide. TEP said Prop. 421 would not raise customer energy rates and that rates would not fall if voters reject it. Any increase would come from a separate rate case before the Arizona Corporation Commission. Commissioners will vote after hearings before an administrative law judge. TEP said it filed the request to recover costs from $1.7 billion in investments over the last five years. The utility also said inflation has raised its material and labor costs by 15%, more than the increase it is requesting. 💡 The general election is November 3. Pima County voters can register, check their registration or request a mail ballot at recorder.pima.gov. Ian Stash is University of Arizona alum and freelance journalist in Tucson. Contact him at ianjgs16@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/6ae4dfddff311a5ed8b6fb74 Moldy food isn't always dangerous, expert says: 'Spit it out and move on with your day' te 2026-10-30T18:20:13.432Z Moldy food isn't always dangerous, expert says: 'Spit it out and move on with your day' Finding a moldy piece of produce prompts a familiar kitchen gamble, but the risk depends on what's growing and what it's growing on, experts say. A recent survey out of Germany found that nearly 1 in 3 people cut mold off food before eating the rest, a habit that may not remove all toxins. Fewer than half of respondents knew that cooking or baking does not destroy mycotoxins, which are produced by certain molds and can be invisible in foods. More than a quarter thought heat could destroy them, while another quarter were unsure.  SCIENTISTS SAY YOU'VE BEEN THROWING AWAY PERFECTLY GOOD MEAT BECAUSE OF ONE COMMON MISTAKE The survey, which was conducted by Germany's Federal Institute for Risk Assessment, measured reported habits and knowledge, not toxin levels in food or illness. The report highlighted the limits of relying on sight to judge food safety.  "Visible mold is reliably recognized and triggers intuitive avoidance," the authors wrote. "But this instinct does not work when food contains toxins without visible mold." But what to do about moldy food really depends on the item, according to Brian Labus, Ph.D., an infectious disease epidemiologist and associate professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Public Health. People often confuse ordinary spoilage with the kinds of germs that cause foodborne illness, he told Fox News Digital. GREEN BANANAS AREN'T NECESSARILY BAD — EXPERTS EXPLAIN THE HIDDEN HEALTH PERK "Most of the stuff that we're talking about, especially with fruits and vegetables, it's not going to be something that's going to cause a foodborne illness," Labus said. "Those things are gross, but they're not the kind of thing that's going to make you sick." Firmness is a useful guide when deciding what to do with visible mold, Labus said.  On a firm fruit such as an apple, he said, mold may remain near the surface, so a person can cut around the affected area. On soft, wet foods, mold can spread more easily through the food.  MOLD COULD BE LURKING IN YOUR COFFEE MAKER AS EXPERT REVEALS 5 WAYS TO KEEP IT CLEAN If lettuce or other produce has become mushy, he said, it should be thrown away. With berries, discard any pieces with visible mold or soft spots, Labus said. Other berries that remain intact and show no signs of mold can be washed and eaten.  U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidance similarly advises throwing out moldy fruit and any pieces touching it, then washing the rest if they show no mold and are not overly mushy. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Bread is different, Labus said, because mold can grow into the loaf. If mold appears on a slice, he recommends throwing out the bread rather than removing only the visibly affected part. Germany's risk assessment agency recommends discarding moldy, water-rich produce. Moldy jam or jelly should also be discarded, Labus said. Some molds can trigger allergic reactions, and certain molds produce mycotoxins, according to the USDA. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ But if you accidentally eat something moldy, Labus said not to panic. "It's not like you need to run to the doctor or anything like that," he said. "Spit it out and move on with your day." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES People with mold allergies should avoid taking chances with moldy food, while those who are immunocompromised should be especially cautious with food handling overall, Labus said. Labus also recommends keeping food refrigerated and buying only what you'll use soon — rather than stocking up on a wholesale-size container of berries. Washing hands and preventing cross-contamination in the kitchen are more important food safety steps, Labus added. For example, he said, using the same knife on raw chicken and then on vegetables without washing it can spread illness-causing germs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dfdbff311a5ed8b6fb5c Commentary: A New Approach to Closing the Disability Wealth Gap te 2026-10-30T18:20:11.127Z Commentary: A New Approach to Closing the Disability Wealth Gap The new Artichoke Credit Union is designed to support the financial needs of people with disabilities and their families. The National Disability Institute reports nearly 30% of people with disabilities do not have a checking or savings account. It was another financial institution’s commercial that motivated me to create something different.  Two busy white, apparently nondisabled, suburban parents were standing on their carefully manicured lawn talking about how they needed to go to the bank to plan for the future of their adult son with Down syndrome. They weren’t asking him about his future. He wasn’t going with them to the bank. As both a parent of disabled children and a disabled woman, it made me wonder: Who was talking to him about his money? Where did he want to spend it? Was there something he specifically wanted to save for?  The existing services for this type of support fall short. In fact, banking services often fail to meet the needs of disabled people. High fees and limited access to low-cost credit are common, and there is low awareness of tools such as ABLE accounts, which allow people with disabilities to save money without affecting most federally funded benefits based on need. Across the board, there is little awareness of the diverse experiences and needs of people with disabilities, and most financial institutions are not courting us as customers. So, in collaboration with our partners, I created Artichoke Credit Union, a first-of-its-kind credit union designed with and for the disability community. In September, Ford Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation announced joint funding to support the creation of this new institution. While philanthropic support provided the necessary funding to bring Artichoke Credit Union to life, it’s important that we think beyond capital. In partnership with Ford’s Mission Investments team, we engaged Financial Health Network, an organization in the finance sector that helps make the system more equitable for all. The goal was to conduct an in-depth landscape analysis to identify priorities, pain points and gaps in financial services for people with disabilities. The data was sobering.  According to the National Disability Institute, nearly 30% of people with disabilities are unbanked or underbanked — meaning they don’t have a checking or savings account, or they rely on alternative financial services, like check-cashing services, to access their funds — compared with 17% of nondisabled people. This analysis also found that, among unbanked individuals with disabilities, lack of trust in financial institutions is a top reason for not having a bank account. Households that include disabled people need nearly $20,000 in additional annual income to meet their needs, compared with households that do not include disabled people. And one-third of GoFundMe campaigns are for medical expenses.  Disrespect, exclusion and outright discrimination are still common for people with disabilities, too. Financial institutions have routinely denied us mortgages. The Small Business Administration does not include disabled people as eligible for the 8(a) Business Development Program, which helps those who are socially or economically disadvantaged compete for government contracts. And we are frequently mocked and asked to provide extra information to prove our need for support when accessing basic services.  The disparities compound for disabled women and people of color. Women living with disabilities make 56 cents on the dollar when compared with nondisabled men, are less likely to be employed, and are frequently the first employees to be let go, based on research conducted by the National Partnership for Women & Families. We are also more likely to work low-wage, part-time jobs that rarely provide benefits such as paid medical and family leave and health insurance. And while 24% of white Americans with disabilities live in poverty, that figure jumps to 29% for Latine people, according to a 2019 report from the National Disability Institute, the most recent data disaggregated by race available. For Black Americans with disabilities, the poverty rate skyrockets to nearly 40%.      Coupling all of the data with years of lived experience brought the picture into focus: We needed to build something better.  A key part of that was the naming process. We needed something that communicated our values and avoided the trap of inspiration porn. Ed Roberts immediately came to mind.  I grew up in the Bay Area, and my parents were involved in the disability rights movement. By then, I knew Ed Roberts personally as the powerful head of a state agency determined to help disabled people access jobs. But I had also heard stories about young Ed, who’d been diagnosed with polio and used an iron lung. I went to Burlingame High School, the same high school he’d attended years earlier via telephone because schools were not required to be accessible. I knew that young Ed wanted the same thing all people want — access to the community, a job, a family. And yet doctors told his mother and him, “You will be a vegetable.” A statement like that is incredibly heavy and so ableist, but Ed didn’t let it stop him: He declared that he would be an artichoke.  “A little prickly on the outside, but with a big heart,” he later explained. “You know, the vegetables of the world are uniting, and we’re not going away!” And when they came together, achieving young Ed’s goals became more real for him and millions of disabled people. Being an artichoke is such a powerful sentiment. It pushes back on stereotypes determined to keep people like me, and families like mine, out of society with a blend of defiance and snark. It shows that we have to be prepared to advocate at all times, and that we are a people deserving of care and love. And it fits so well with what we are trying to do in building infrastructure for us and by us that meets our needs.  As a credit union, Artichoke is member-owned. That means that, unlike a regular bank, this is an entity owned by disabled people, our families and the organizations that support and serve us. Building infrastructure for our community at a moment when so many programs and services that folks depend on are under attack is key. At launch, Artichoke expects to offer checking and savings accounts, share certificates, personal loans, credit and debit cards, financial education resources and budgeting tools. Members will also have access to support through live chat, phone, video services and accessibility-focused features — such as account alerts, options to use supported decision-making models and other custom-designed tools shaped by the needs of the community we serve. These services and their delivery will evolve over time and in collaboration with the community through an advisory board.  Our partner, Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, has had disabled people on its board for years and employed us long before the creation of Artichoke. Its other sub-brands have served disabled students and alumni for years. That’s key to why we chose to work together. This organization knows us. Your average financial institution is not being advised by people who have had to navigate asset limits, eligibility requirements for health care and endless bureaucracies. But Artichoke is informed by those experiences, and people with those lived experiences will be at the table. We designed Artichoke Credit Union so that no disabled person is treated as an afterthought in our own financial story. Member sign-ups are expected to begin early in the second quarter of 2027. I still think about that commercial. But not with frustration. Today, I see it as a catalyst for change. Now, when a young man with Down syndrome, or any disabled individual, thinks about our financial future, we won’t be left standing on the lawn while others plan it for us. Note: This piece was first published in Disability Culture Lab. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dfd3ff311a5ed8b6fb2e Iowa Farmers Slam Trump 'Chaotic' Rally Plans Amid Turek-Hinson Senate Race te 2026-10-30T18:20:03.923Z Iowa Farmers Slam Trump 'Chaotic' Rally Plans Amid Turek-Hinson Senate Race President Donald Trump will hold rallies in Iowa and Kansas on Sunday after previously canceling the in-person events. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd8bff311a5ed8b6faea Where could data centers go in Maricopa? City wants public input te 2026-10-30T18:10:19.464Z Where could data centers go in Maricopa? City wants public input Maricopa is considering new zoning rules for data centers that could determine where the facilities are built, how close they can be to neighborhoods and how their operations affect nearby residents. The proposed zoning code amendment would establish development standards addressing community concerns while allowing for future data center development opportunities, according to the city. The proposal covers several areas, including where data centers could be located, required separation from residential areas, noise generated by cooling equipment and backup generators, and requirements related to water consumption and conservation. It would also address electrical infrastructure information, building height and placement, and standards for architecture, landscaping, screening and public art. The proposed regulations come as data centers are popping up around Pinal County, including two near Maricopa. Copia Power’s 500-acre Harquahala center south of the Ak-Chin Indian Community near White-and-Parker and Teel roads was approved by the Pinal County Board of Supervisors last year and another data center is planned near Stanfield.  Residents can review the proposed regulations and share feedback during a public open house Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. at Maricopa City Hall, 39700 W. Civic Center Plaza. City staff and subject matter experts will be available to answer questions about the proposed requirements and how they are intended to address community concerns. The open house is the first step in a series of public meetings before the proposed amendment reaches City Council. The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss the proposal Nov. 23, followed by a meeting Dec. 14 to consider the amendment and potentially take action. City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and consider the proposal Jan. 19, 2027. All meetings begin at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. Residents can review the proposed ordinance online. Questions and comments can also be emailed to the Development Services Department at DSD@Maricopa-AZ.gov. The post Where could data centers go in Maricopa? City wants public input appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd84ff311a5ed8b6faa2 Texas Early Voting Nears 6M in Tight Talarico-Paxton Senate Race te 2026-10-30T18:10:12.845Z Texas Early Voting Nears 6M in Tight Talarico-Paxton Senate Race That is a 50 percent increase from the 4.2 million Texans who had voted by the same point in the 2022 midterms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd83ff311a5ed8b6fa99 Thousands Renounce US Citizenship as Expatriation Figures Near Record High te 2026-10-30T18:10:11.389Z Thousands Renounce US Citizenship as Expatriation Figures Near Record High Financial reasons and concerns about the future of the U.S. may be boosting the number of people renouncing their citizenship. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd81ff311a5ed8b6fa90 Texas’ Steve Sarkisian Turns Heads With Harsh Criticism of the SEC te 2026-10-30T18:10:09.774Z Texas’ Steve Sarkisian Turns Heads With Harsh Criticism of the SEC Steve Sarkisian criticizes the SEC's nine-game schedule as Texas looks to strengthen its CFP resume with a crucial stretch ahead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd80ff311a5ed8b6fa87 Aaron Glenn Reacts to Raiders' Ashton Jeanty's Harsh Comments on Jets' Defense te 2026-10-30T18:10:08.263Z Aaron Glenn Reacts to Raiders' Ashton Jeanty's Harsh Comments on Jets' Defense New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn reacted to Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty's bulletin board material on Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd7eff311a5ed8b6fa7e Judge Gives Trump DOJ New Deadline in Fight Over 20,000 California Ballots te 2026-10-30T18:10:06.709Z Judge Gives Trump DOJ New Deadline in Fight Over 20,000 California Ballots A federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to turn over its list of suspected noncitizen voters by 5p.m. Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd7cff311a5ed8b6fa62 Satlyt takes another step toward turning satellites into space data centers  te 2026-10-30T18:10:04.684Z Satlyt takes another step toward turning satellites into space data centers  Satlyt ran a successful test this month bringing it closer to turning spacecraft, starting with satellites, into virtual data centers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4dd7aff311a5ed8b6fa58 Tucson workshop explores violence against Black women te 2026-10-30T18:10:02.870Z Tucson workshop explores violence against Black women A free workshop Saturday at the YWCA of Southern Arizona will use the 1911 lynching of Laura Nelson and her son to talk about violence against Black women today. Their story will be explored through an interactive workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at 525 N. Bonita Ave. The event will feature a screening of the extended trailer for the documentary “Looking for Laura Nelson,” followed by a showing of director Bruce Nelson’s short film “Raglin Tales” and a guided group discussion. The free event, “A Legacy of Silence, A Call to Speak: Laura Nelson and the Ongoing Violence Against Black Women and Girls,” is presented by the Laura & L.D. Nelson Foundation and the YWCA of Southern Arizona’s Dr. Laura Banks Reed Center for Gender & Racial Equity. Award-winning documentary filmmaker Bruce Nelson’s journey began when he received an email from Shirley, who said AncestryDNA testing showed they are third or fourth cousins. Shirley asked him whether he’d heard of Okemah and told him to search online for the name Laura Nelson. His search revealed that on May 25, 1911, a mob took Laura Nelson and her teenage son, L.D., from the Okfuskee County jail and lynched them from a bridge over the Canadian River near Okemah, Oklahoma. Postcards depicting the lynching circulated as souvenirs. No one was ever prosecuted, and their names were nearly lost to history. “They are our relatives,” Shirley told him. That discovery became the starting point for a deeper look at family history, racial violence and the importance of reclaiming stories that have been overlooked or forgotten. Bruce Nelson wants audiences to see Laura Nelson as more than a historical photograph or a victim of racial violence. He wants them to know she had a life, a family and a story of her own. “Don’t just put her picture up, put her name up, tell people,” Bruce Nelson said. “She and my uncle had a life, they had kids and it was snatched away, she was only 30. When you talk about her, talk about her whole life.” Southern Arizona news written by journalists who live it. Free in your inbox. A free workshop Saturday, Oct. 31, at the YWCA of Southern Arizona uses the 1911 lynching of Laura Nelson and her son, L.D., to examine violence against Black women and girls today. Bruce Nelson said the documentary also seeks to draw attention to violence against Black women today and how their experiences are often overlooked. “Black women don’t get talked about much, Black women get shot and killed. I want people to take a look at the bigger picture,” Bruce Nelson said. “We’re using her story as the core to connect the dots.” Victor Bowleg, manager of the Dr. Laura Banks Reed Center for Gender & Racial Equity, said the workshop is intended to bring attention to issues affecting the community. “We want to draw attention to things that take place in our community,” Bowleg said. “A lot of crimes towards African American women are underreported or not reported at all.” Bruce Nelson and Bowleg both hope to inspire others to speak up, since some communities may avoid the topic. “Sometimes people feel ashamed or like they did something wrong when they didn’t,” Bowleg said. He wants people to look at what’s happening and consider how education can help. “These are all aspects of history,” Bowleg said. Bowleg said there have been recent lynchings, citing 10 people who were found hanging under mysterious circumstances in the past few months. The workshop reflects the YWCA of Southern Arizona’s mission to eliminate racism, promote peace, justice and dignity, and empower women. It also supports the Laura & L.D. Nelson Foundation’s commitment to education, remembrance and advocacy, which it pursues through art, film and other creative work. Tickets for the event are free, but attendees must RSVP in advance. Abril Ruiz is a student at the University of Arizona School of Journalism and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact her at abrilruiz@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/6ae4db2cff311a5ed8b6fa33 Early voting tops 46 million, setting a midterm record and surpassing 2022 turnout te 2026-10-30T18:00:12.724Z Early voting tops 46 million, setting a midterm record and surpassing 2022 turnout Voters line up to vote early Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at the MAC Center in Edmond, Oklahoma. (Photo by Barbara Hoberock/Oklahoma Voice) WASHINGTON — As of early Friday, more than 46 million Americans had cast ballots ahead of Election Day, eclipsing the early voting turnout of the 2022 midterms, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab. In the 2022 midterm elections, 45.9 million Americans voted early, according to the UF Election Lab.  It’s still unclear if this year’s midterm elections will break the overall record voter turnout of 2018. The 53% turnout that year was the highest rate in a midterm since 1914. UF political science Professor Michael McDonald, who leads the election lab, said in an interview this week that based on the incoming early voting data, overall turnout is shaping up to match 2018 participation.  Of the early voting participants up to Friday, 43.9% are registered Democrats, 31.3% are registered Republicans and 24.8% have no party affiliation, according to the UF Election Lab. Republicans are vying to maintain their majority in both chambers amid anemic presidential approval ratings that stem from an unpopular war in Iran and an aggressive immigration crackdown.  Democrats are favored to win back the majority in the House, which presidents often lose in midterm elections, and potentially the Senate, according to elections forecasters.  The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter shifted 12 House races in the direction of Democrats on Oct. 30. The elections forecaster lists 18 House races as toss-ups. In the Senate, the Cook Political Report identified seven toss-up races, in Alaska, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Ohio and Texas. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4db2aff311a5ed8b6fa14 Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Get $200 in Bonuses Plus Four Free Picks for the NBA Cup te 2026-10-30T18:00:10.430Z Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Get $200 in Bonuses Plus Four Free Picks for the NBA Cup The NBA Cup starts Friday, and the opening slate is loaded with stars worth building picks around. Betr is offering new users promo code FOXNEWS to get $200 in bonuses plus four free picks for the tournament’s first night. Pick’em lives and dies on stars, and Friday has plenty of them. Thirty teams are split into six groups of five, and each plays four Group Play games. Only the six group winners and one wild card per conference reach the knockout rounds, which start Dec. 4. The championship is Dec. 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. 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Pat Harrigan, R-N.C., made the comments as Vice President JD Vance declared during a Fox News town hall on Thursday that he promises "Donald Trump is not going to let Iran become a forever war." Official and military sources also told Fox News this week that movements are being made in the Middle East to give the president options if he decides to resume strikes against Iran. "I share my constituents and many Americans' perspective that I'm very, very frustrated that this war is not over. The way that ultimately this administration went about conducting the war, it needed to execute it and wrap it up in a very short period of time, and we are not there yet," said Harrigan, who is running for re-election in North Carolina's 10th Congressional District. "That being said, Iran can't have a nuclear weapon. And so at the end of the day, I do believe that this was a war that was inevitable at some point, but the party that's in power and the administration that decided to pull the trigger on it is responsible for the outcome, and they're responsible for the outcome in a very short period of time. Otherwise, things get really, really difficult," Harrigan continued. "And I think we've been seeing that, both from a political perspective but also from a policy perspective." TRUMP SUPPORTERS CONFRONT IRAN, AFFORDABILITY CONCERNS WITH A MESSAGE FOR CRITICS: 'GIVE HIM TIME' "And so while the administration needs to wrap this up, we are not in a forever war, but we need to make sure that we're not... we keep the mission the same. We accomplish the mission. And we do what it takes to either win or come home," Harrigan added. "And that binary decision has to get made by this administration." Harrigan told Fox News Digital that Trump "needs to involve Congress" if he chooses to renew military action against the Iranian regime. "I think that that will long-term set the course for the country to be resolute in affirming and actually executing and accomplishing the objectives that exist. Because look, like it or not, Congress is responsible for the funding arm of the government. And if they run out of money to accomplish the objectives, then that is not good for our strategic interests," he said. "So, in my opinion, Congress and the White House need to be very closely involved in making the next set of decisions that exist for this conflict." GOP CRACKS WIDEN OVER IRAN WAR AS VULNERABLE CANDIDATES BREAK WITH TRUMP, DEMAND ITS END "And we do need to make sure, again, that we either do what it takes to actually win in Iran, or we need to take the three out of five objectives that we've accomplished and say that, you know what? We've largely accomplished our strategic objectives. We've got more work to do over the long-term that's going to require consistent and persistent over the horizon monitoring of their nuclear program. And we're going to have to mow the lawn every now and again, and everybody's got to realize that, and leave, right?" Harrigan continued, mentioning how the U.S. has prevented Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and eliminated Tehran's missile and drone production. "But we've got to choose one of those two options because continuing to do just enough not to lose, but not enough to win, is not OK," he said. "It's not OK for the American people, it's not OK for our troops, it's not OK for geopolitical and economic stability. And it does not serve the long-term strategic interests of the United States. So it's time to choose." Harrigan, a Green Beret and business entrepreneur, is running for re-election on Tuesday in North Carolina. He is facing off against Democrat challenger Ashley Bell, a physician associate, and Libertarian candidate Steve Feldman, who ran unsuccessfully for the seat two years ago. As a current member of Congress, Harrigan told Fox News there is "no question" the Republican Party's House majority is at stake heading into Election Day. "Whoever has 218 votes gets to chart the course of the direction of the House, the work that its committees do. And in particular, as it relates to the Trump administration, whether or not President Trump's going to get impeached," he added. "What this boils down to is the future direction of the country. Are we going to be stuck looking backwards instead of actually looking forwards, dealing with the actual business of the county and the free world, or are we going to be stuck in some sort of a Democratically-led nightmare that is simply going to be obstructionist to the conservative principles and values that people voted for in 2024?" Harrigan asked. "That's what's on the line this election cycle." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4db26ff311a5ed8b6fa02 Minnesota Dem declined to refer Ilhan Omar for ethics probe despite fellow lawmaker's 2019 request te 2026-10-30T18:00:06.369Z Minnesota Dem declined to refer Ilhan Omar for ethics probe despite fellow lawmaker's 2019 request Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minn., directed a Minnesota state lawmaker to the congressional ethics complaint process in 2019 after he urged her to seek an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., according to correspondence obtained by Fox News Digital. In a 2019 letter, Craig told Steve Drazkowski, then a Minnesota state representative, that he could submit a complaint himself to the Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE) if he wanted to pursue an investigation into Omar.  The Office of Congressional Ethics website states that members of the public, advocacy organizations and members of Congress can submit information regarding alleged misconduct to the agency's Office of Congressional Conduct (OCC). Complaints may also be submitted to the House Committee on Ethics. ILHAN OMAR'S TURBULENT WEEK EXPLAINED: THE DUELING PROBES THAT THREW THE SOMALI-BORN PROGRESSIVE INTO CHAOS Craig wrote, "With respect to your request for an ethics inquiry into Rep. Omar, the Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE) of the U.S. House of Representatives is the independent, non-partisan entity charged with reviewing allegations of misconduct against Members, officers, and staff of the U.S. House of Representatives and, when appropriate, referring matters to the House Committee on Ethics." "The OCE accepts and reviews information concerning allegations within its jurisdiction from members of the public," Craig’s letter continued. Craig's response came two days after Drazkowski sent her a letter urging her to refer his concerns to the House Ethics Committee, then chaired by former Rep. Ted Deutch, D-Fla. Among Drazkowski’s accusations was that Omar filed joint tax returns with Ahmed Abdisalan Hirsi in 2014 and 2015, despite the two not being legally married at the time. Fox News Digital obtained a copy of a report by the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board indicating that Omar and Hirsi jointly filed their tax returns in 2014 and 2015. Omar legally married Ahmed Nur Said Elmi on Feb. 12, 2009, in Hennepin County, Minn., according to Newsweek. Omar and Elmi’s legal divorce proceeding concluded in December 2017. In a 2017 filing from her divorce case obtained by Fox News Digital, Omar stated she had not been in contact with Elmi since 2011.  "Representative Craig, I am your constituent. In that capacity, I formally request that you immediately forward the attached material, and open an ethics investigation in the United States House of Representatives regarding actions taken by Rep. Ilhan Omar leading up to the 2018 election," Drazkowski wrote. COULD TRUMP REVOKE ILHAN OMAR'S CITIZENSHIP FOR ALLEGED BROTHER MARRIAGE? EX FEDERAL PROSECUTOR BREAKS IT DOWN "This month, the Minnesota Campaign Finance Board issued a report on Rep. Omar, who found that she broke multiple Minnesota campaign finance laws," Drazkowski wrote. Drazkowski told Fox News Digital that he was first prompted to seek an investigation from the Minnesota Campaign Finance Board into Omar after noticing that she had not filed a required statement of economic interest with the board. The board confirmed in a statement to Fox News Digital that Omar submitted the statement of economic interest after she was made aware that Drazkowski’s complaint triggered an investigation. Drazkowski said the information he included in two complaints to the board ultimately contributed to the board's determination that Omar had violated state campaign finance laws. FEDERAL AGENTS RAID ILHAN OMAR’S DC HOME AMID IMMIGRATION FRAUD INVESTIGATION On June 6, 2019, the board issued findings after Drazkowski filed two separate complaints. The board found that Omar had improperly used $1,500 in campaign funds to pay for personal tax-related services concerning the tax returns she filed jointly with Hirsi in 2014 and 2015. The board also required Omar to repay campaign funds she had used to pay for travel to Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C. After receiving Craig's response, Drazkowski, who lived in her congressional district, submitted his own complaint seeking an ethics investigation into Omar. "Please find below my formal request for an investigation into the activities of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar (D-MN)," Drazkowski wrote to the Ethics Committee, which he also shared with the OCE. "The United States of America is a nation of law and order. No one is above the law, and our elected officials must always be held accountable. We demand the highest of ethical standards from every member of Congress," the letter continued. Despite submitting his concerns, Drazkowski told Fox News Digital that he struggled to obtain a substantive response through the congressional ethics process. He said he subsequently brought his allegations to the FBI's Minneapolis office after receiving no substantive response from the ethics process or Craig's office. "I went to the FBI and unloaded all the information I had to them, including names and phone numbers of people," Drazkowski told Fox News Digital. Drazkowski said he received no meaningful response from federal investigators and expressed frustration with the bureau's handling of the information. The House Ethics Committee and FBI declined Fox News Digital's requests for comment. Omar and Craig did not respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d8d8ff311a5ed8b6f973 Coconino flag football scores 27 straight points to win city rivalry, claim region title te 2026-10-30T17:50:16.570Z Coconino flag football scores 27 straight points to win city rivalry, claim region title The Coconino Panthers claimed their first Grand Canyon Region championship in flag football with 27 unanswered points in a win against rival Flagstaff. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d8d6ff311a5ed8b6f96a NAU ROUNDUP: Micala Boex reaches 50 career points as soccer extends unbeaten streak to 10 te 2026-10-30T17:50:14.982Z NAU ROUNDUP: Micala Boex reaches 50 career points as soccer extends unbeaten streak to 10 A look at news and results from NAU, including soccer forward Micala Boex becoming the seventh Lumberjack to ever reach 50 career points. 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BARI WEISS FACED 'SIGNIFICANT RESISTANCE' FROM CBS NEWS STAFFERS ABOUT ALASKA BALLOT SCANDAL, INSIDERS SAY "I use the term dirty tricks intentionally because it’s not illegal," Bash said. "This is something that is untoward. It is something that Democrats have tried to do in races where they think it could be to their advantage to run candidates that could siphon votes away from Republicans, and Republicans do the same," Bash continued. "I mean, just in Alaska alone, Mary Peltola, who’s now on the ballot for the Senate, she lost her House race two years ago. On that ballot, there was a candidate who was literally in prison who was reportedly recruited and kept on the ballot at the behest of Republicans." The CNN host reiterated, "These are dirty tricks. They are legal, dirty tricks." Some outlets relied on the "Republicans pounce" trope, adjusting the framing of stories that reflect poorly on Democrats to focus on the reaction of Republicans. "Trump, Murkowski hammer Peltola over Alaska ballot-stacking report," Politico's headline read Wednesday. The Associated Press similarly ran Wednesday, "Trump calls for prosecution of Democratic Alaska Senate candidate over spoiler candidate controversy." "Republicans launch investigations into Peltola campaign," The Washington Post's Thursday headline stated. "Republicans are using it as fodder," MS NOW anchor Peter Alexander told viewers Thursday. "The Justice Department, which already preemptively sued to try to block the certification of that Senate race if the Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses, they're pouncing." Honest Elections Project executive director Jason Snead isn’t surprised some in the media are bending over backwards to keep a Democrat from looking scandalous. "This is a classic thing that we've been seeing with a lot of mainstream outlets, this idea that they're going to be more concerned about the Republican reaction to something seedy that the left is doing rather than the seedy thing itself, right? It's a very classic situation," Snead told Fox News Digital. "I'm not surprised at all that we're seeing so many outlets today trying to either downplay the scandal up in Alaska, or to refocus on what Trump is doing or saying about it," he continued. "We know the media has double standards when it comes to the left and the right." DEM STRATEGIST SHRUGS OFF ALASKA BALLOT SCANDAL ON MS NOW, INSISTS 'THIS STUFF HAPPENS ALL THE TIME' Meanwhile, Bloomberg columnist Nia Malika-Henderson appeared to praise the effort, saying that grassroots Democrats would view the scheme as a "good thing" that Democrats "finally" are "bringing a knife to a knife fight." "I was sort of impressed that they were able to pull all of this off," Malika-Henderson said Thursday on CNN, before lamenting how the story got leaked to the Times and how it will give President Donald Trump "wind in his sails" in his accusations that Democrats cheat in elections. Some journalists, including ABC News correspondent Mary Bruce and CBS News correspondent Ed O'Keefe, stressed to viewers that the Democratic scheme was "not illegal" despite newly launched probes looking into the matter since the Times story broke. NBC News published multiple videos on its website posing questions like, "Is it illegal for Peltola campaign to recruit candidates?" and "Is it illegal to convince someone to run for office?" ALASKA'S GOVERNOR ORDERS INVESTIGATION AFTER NYT REPORT ON ALLEGED DEM-LINKED SENATE ELECTION SCHEME Republicans have long been suspicious about the candidacy of Daniel J. Sullivan Jr., a retired teacher who is among four Senate candidates listed on Alaska's rank-choice ballot. The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the state of Alaska seeking to block certification of the election results if the incumbent senator loses and votes cast for the other Sullivan could have changed the outcome. Mainstream articles taking their denials dating back to at least June have largely taken them as fact. The Associated Press even wrote, "Sullivan said his campaign isn’t a sham or something Democrats put him up to doing," months before the Times reported his candidacy was no coincidence. "In the summer of 2025, a staffer for Mary Peltola, the Alaska Democrat who was eyeing a run for Senate, received unusual instructions from top campaign aides: Find as many people named Dan Sullivan in Alaska as you can," the Times began its report Wednesday. "The staffer complied, combing through voter records to produce a list of Dan Sullivans from across the state. ... [I]f the Peltola campaign or its allies could track down and persuade another Dan Sullivan to run for Senate, the confusion could cost the senator crucial votes on the state’s unusual, four-person ballot. The plan worked," the report said. Snead believes that the "evidence was obvious," and blasted reporters who didn’t suspect something fishy was at play. "Those willing to look have known for months that Decoy Dan’s candidacy is a brazen attempt to game ranked-choice voting, orchestrated by Democrats to help Mary Peltola win. That the mainstream media took the Peltola campaign’s and Democrats’ denials at face value for months and waited until nearly 60,000 Alaskans had already voted to reveal the truth, is unfortunately par for the course," Snead told Fox News Digital. "Aren't you reporters? Shouldn't you have actually done some investigation, done some digging, or did you simply take the denial at face value and move on? Because that's not really what most people expect from serious investigative reporting outlets," he added. SEN DAN SULLIVAN BRANDS PELTOLA'S ALLEGED BALLOT SCHEME A 'SCANDAL AT THE HIGHEST ORDER' According to Peltola's former campaign manager, Elisa Rios, Peltola was not directly involved in the scheme but was "definitely aware." Peltola's campaign has continued to deny involvement in his candidacy. "But The Times has found, based on interviews and text messages, along with documents prepared for a potential lawsuit against the campaign, that not only did Ms. Peltola’s team work with people trying to recruit Mr. Sullivan to run for Senate, but the effort was much broader," the Times reported. "The group worked to coax other would-be spoilers into the race, to dilute the incumbent’s support and help catapult the Democrat to victory." Peltola called the Times report a "distraction" and "stuff to sell newspapers." However, Republican Alaska Gov. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d674ff311a5ed8b6f86b Stephen A Smith Makes Bold Prediction for Bears After Jeffery Simmons Trade te 2026-10-30T17:40:04.432Z Stephen A Smith Makes Bold Prediction for Bears After Jeffery Simmons Trade Stephen A. Smith gave a bold prediction about the Chicago Bears after their major trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d429ff311a5ed8b6f81a Schumer accused of yearlong plot to plant 'decoy' candidate in critical Senate race te 2026-10-30T17:30:17.194Z Schumer accused of yearlong plot to plant 'decoy' candidate in critical Senate race The Senate’s No. 2 Republican believes that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., had a hand in the alleged scheme unfolding in the Alaska Senate race. Operatives for Rep. 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"And there is proof that the Peltola campaign knew about it, and that Schumer schemed and colluded with them for over a year to try to search for and then coax a decoy of Dan Sullivan onto the ballot with a purpose only to deceive the voters." Schumer’s office and Peltola's campaign did not respond to requests for comment from Fox News Digital. The peculiar situation in Alaska has been ongoing for months and has sparked legal battles at the state and national levels, as well as condemnation from Republicans across the country, including Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska. 'DECOY DAN' SULLIVAN CASE LEADS TOP SENATOR TO BREAK FOUR-YEAR X SILENCE: 'PATTERN OF LIES' Murkowski argued on X that "ballot-stacking should have no place in our electoral process." "Alaskans deserve the honest truth from Mary and her campaign — what has been revealed is a pattern of lies and coverups and a culture of deception that belongs nowhere in our elections or among our elected officials," she said. Much of the consternation over the matter is because of Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system, meaning that both candidates named Dan Sullivan, Peltola and Gerald Heikes will all appear on the same ballot. Peltola weighed in on Thursday at an event in Juneau, Alaska, telling supporters she wanted to "clear the air." PELTOLA CAMPAIGN'S ALLEGED DAN SULLIVAN SPOILER PLOT TAKES NEW TURN AS DOJ FACES MAJOR LEGAL HURDLE "I knew nothing about any other candidates on the ballot except for me and the incumbent," Peltola said. "That is all I have ever known about. I am not interested in tricking voters. I know I can beat Dan Sullivan." The point of the scheme was allegedly to sow confusion among voters as to which Sullivan was which in an attempt to give Peltola an edge. Barrasso said that while he was confident the incumbent Sullivan would win, the plan showed that the "Democratic campaign has secretly been making fun of Alaskan voters for being so easily tricked." 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Fox News Digital has reached out to Mellencamp for comment.  LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Mellencamp has also previously used his concerts to criticize President Donald Trump. During a July 2026 performance in Holmdel, New Jersey, he paused his performance of "Pink Houses" to mock Trump's executive order directing federal agencies to use the name Gulf of America instead of the Gulf of Mexico. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Released in 1983, "Pink Houses" became one of Mellencamp's signature hits, peaking at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100. Though often embraced as a patriotic anthem, the song offers a more complicated look at the American dream, exploring themes of class, inequality and the gap between national ideals and everyday realities. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d424ff311a5ed8b6f7ff California election workers hit with criminal subpoenas as Trump DOJ turns up heat in voting showdown te 2026-10-30T17:30:12.297Z California election workers hit with criminal subpoenas as Trump DOJ turns up heat in voting showdown Leadership at the Department of Justice is escalating the Trump administration’s fight with California over suspected illegal voting, directing top federal prosecutors to pursue criminal subpoenas of local and state officials. At least four election workers in California have received federal criminal grand jury subpoenas within the last week, CalMatters reported. At least one of these subpoenas was delivered on Thursday, after a federal judge rejected the DOJ’s request that California set aside mail-in ballots associated with over 20,000 registered voters whose citizenship the Trump administration has called into question. A subpoena sent to three election employees at the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder’s office requested records on how the department stops non-citizens from voting as well as "records relating to or involving evidence collected by your agency which tends to indicate an alien has voted in a federal election." An official in Orange County received a similar subpoena, local media reported. JUDGE REJECTS DOJ REQUEST TO BLOCK CALIFORNIA FROM IMMEDIATELY COUNTING BALLOTS LINKED TO ALLEGED NONCITIZENS "This court believes it would be wise that any threats to state or county employees cease immediately," the judge said during court proceedings. "These threats must stop," he wrote in his Wednesday decision. A Justice Department spokesperson pushed back against characterizations that the administration was targeting individuals with subpoenas, noting that receiving a subpoena doesn’t mean you are a target and that the DOJ generally doesn’t subpoena targets. DOJ FIRES BACK AT DEM AG OVER ELECTION DAY GUIDANCE TELLING OFFICIALS WHEN TO CALL COPS ON FEDERAL AGENTS "To be clear, the district court judge explained that voting unlawfully results in criminal exposure. Consistent with this, California also wrote in its filing that the remedy for unlawful voting is through criminal prosecution," Justice Department spokeswoman Kiersten Pels said in an emailed statement. "Thus, while DOJ maintains that a civil remedy is still available, all agree that noncitizen voting is properly addressed through criminal law." She declined to comment on the "alleged grand jury subpoenas," citing departmental policy. JUSTICE DEPARTMENT CHARGES 16 ACROSS MULTIPLE STATES WITH ALLEGED ILLEGAL VOTING, ELECTION CRIMES The DOJ’s clash with California is part of a broader effort undertaken by the Trump administration to prove widespread voter fraud. While the administration has turned up a number of examples of non-citizens registered to vote in federal elections, it has yet to prove widespread illegal voting. The DOJ has appealed the decision blocking it from compelling California to separate ballots associated with more than 20,000 registered voters it suspects may be noncitizens. Many of these ballots, however, have already been cast by early voters and anonymized, making it virtually impossible to identify them. The California governor’s office did not respond to a request for comment when reached by Fox News Digital on Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d420ff311a5ed8b6f7ec Democrats, Hopeful All Over the Senate Map, Remain Jittery About Iowa te 2026-10-30T17:30:08.363Z Democrats, Hopeful All Over the Senate Map, Remain Jittery About Iowa In the final days of the race, Josh Turek, the Democratic Senate nominee, appears to be in a dead heat against his Republican rival, Representative Ashley Hinson. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d41eff311a5ed8b6f7e3 Steve Hilton Tries Anything as a G.O.P. Long Shot in California te 2026-10-30T17:30:06.821Z Steve Hilton Tries Anything as a G.O.P. Long Shot in California Steve Hilton is attempting to become governor in a state that hasn’t elected a Republican to the top job in 20 years. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d41dff311a5ed8b6f7c7 Ravens DC Anthony Weaver Calls Out Fans — and it Backfires te 2026-10-30T17:30:05.047Z Ravens DC Anthony Weaver Calls Out Fans — and it Backfires “It’s exhausting losing my voice on every 3rd and long for it to be converted on a missed tackle.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d41aff311a5ed8b6f7a9 Marana approves tougher noise rules for data centers te 2026-10-30T17:30:02.938Z Marana approves tougher noise rules for data centers Marana data centers will have to meet new noise limits before they can open, including limits on low-frequency sound people can’t hear, under zoning rules the Marana Town Council approved Oct. 20. In January, the Marana Town Council approved zoning a parcel on Luckett Road for data center use. After extensive public comment, advice from outside counsel and multiple public hearings, the council believes it has implemented zoning regulations for data centers that could become a new standard for other municipalities. The new rules would apply to all current and future data center projects in Marana. One of the main concerns brought up during public hearings was noise, including low-frequency, ambient sound waves often produced by data center systems. But low-frequency does not necessarily mean low volume, and low-frequency sound can still affect the human body, even if the frequency is inaudible to the human ear. During the council’s Oct. 6 meeting, Elise Kelman, a researcher with a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University in animal science and neurobiology, warned the council about the harmful effects noise pollution has on both human and animal populations. “The federal framework governing laboratory animal facilities, together with the National Research Council guides for the care and use of laboratory animals, recognizes noise and vibration as environmental variables capable of affecting animal behavior, physiology and reproduction,” Kelman said. “This is not limited to laboratory animals, but also humans.” Kelman also said that several local and migratory species of animals and birds within the region, some of which are at risk, will be affected by the noise pollution generated by a data center. Town staff believes the new standards properly address the issue. They change how sound is measured and how limits are imposed, set penalties for failing to comply and require a lower decibel limit than the current average for facilities near residential or mixed-use properties. Tucson Spotlight is free for every reader because donors make it possible. Join them. The planned Luckett Road North data center site sits along Interstate 10 near the Pinal County line, next to a solar and battery storage facility. It will have to meet Marana’s new noise limits before it can open. Courtesy of Town of Marana. Samuel Hord, senior acoustical consultant for MD Acoustics, said the new way of measuring sound proposed for the zoning code is meant to catch noise that other methods miss. The most common method, called dBA, mimics some parts of human hearing and filters out others, Hord said. A second measure, dBC, “better accounts for low-frequency noise,” he said. The dBC standard reportedly picks up low-frequency sound people can’t hear. According to the new code, a data center will be denied a certificate of occupancy or completion until proper noise reduction is achieved and must submit design specifications for noise reduction before being issued a construction permit. Noise was not the only concern. During the Oct. 20 discussion about the proposed change, several community members brought up the heat data centers give off. Recent studies have shown that data center activity can raise the temperature of surrounding parcels by 2 to 4 degrees Fahrenheit. The new code does spell out what happens when a data center closes. It details requirements and timetables for decommissioning, if a facility is ever shut down. It requires a list of minimum items that, unless a utility company owns them, must be disassembled and removed from the site, including but not limited to backup generators, server banks, hazardous materials and underground storage tanks. Most of the provisions listed are requirements that other businesses already follow to certain degrees, including containment and remediation of any hazardous pollutants. Decommissioning is to begin within 180 days of a site ceasing operation and must be completed within 12 months of starting, barring an extension granted by the council. Town staff members are to be granted site access during that time to ensure compliance. These assurances and requirements apply from the start of a data center project until decommissioning is complete. A sale of the property does not void them. If it changes hands, the previous assurances carry over until new ones are established. The same applies to foreclosure. The council approved the new rules in a 5-1 vote. Council Member Patrick Cavanaugh voted against them and Council Member Herb Kai recused himself after declaring a conflict of interest. He also did not vote in January on the rezoning of the Luckett Road parcel, citing his partial ownership of part of the site. Cavanaugh said that although he appreciated the efforts to strengthen the town’s regulations, he remained concerned about the enforceability of the noise and decommissioning requirements. He said he could not support the rules without stronger assurances that operators would be held accountable for violations. “Trying everything we can do is one thing,” Cavanaugh said. “You hope these (data centers) are good players, but you start challenging some of these data center operators, and they’ll just say, ‘sue us,’ and tie you up in lawsuits forever.” 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/6ae4d1caff311a5ed8b6f740 JD Vance Responds to Cost of Living Question by Bringing Up Husted's Body te 2026-10-30T17:20:10.917Z JD Vance Responds to Cost of Living Question by Bringing Up Husted's Body Vance questioned why he had only received one question about Ohio Senator Jon Husted's behind when asked about the cost of living. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d1c9ff311a5ed8b6f737 Jonathan Taylor Touted as Missing Piece for Super Bowl Contender te 2026-10-30T17:20:09.389Z Jonathan Taylor Touted as Missing Piece for Super Bowl Contender CBS Sports' Ryan Wilson believes Jonathan Taylor could be the missing piece for an NFL contender's Super Bowl push. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d1c4ff311a5ed8b6f71c Trump Signals He May Support Student Loan Relief as 2026 Midterms Draw Near te 2026-10-30T17:20:04.622Z Trump Signals He May Support Student Loan Relief as 2026 Midterms Draw Near Trump said he would consider legislation championed by Republican Representative Anna Paulina Luna of Florida. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4d1c2ff311a5ed8b6f713 NFL Analyst Pitches Bold Patriots/Giants Trade for Recent 2nd-Round Pick te 2026-10-30T17:20:02.884Z NFL Analyst Pitches Bold Patriots/Giants Trade for Recent 2nd-Round Pick An NFL writer suggested that the New England Patriots could trade a struggling young playmaker to the New York Giants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cf72ff311a5ed8b6f6bb Costco, believe it or not, is selling a pair of LeBron James' game-worn sneakers for $70,000 te 2026-10-30T17:10:10.293Z Costco, believe it or not, is selling a pair of LeBron James' game-worn sneakers for $70,000 Costco really has it all. From bulk groceries and electronics to household goods, specialty services and even LeBron James’ game-worn shoes. Yes, you read that correctly. Costco is selling an autographed pair of James’ game-worn shoes from March 22, 2024, for $69,999.99. For anyone who happens to have an extra $70,000 lying around, the shoes are hand-signed by the NBA legend himself and inscribed with "Prime Year 21." According to Costco’s website, the shoes are authenticated with FanSecure Technology and come with a letter from sports investors showing a photo-match. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE On March 22, 2024, James and Anthony Davis led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 101-94 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers with a fourth-quarter surge. James scored 20 points with eight rebounds and six assists in the win. However, if you don’t have $70,000 in your back pocket for James’ game-worn sneakers, have no fear. Costco also has Giannis Antetokounmpo’s game-worn sneakers available for purchase for just $9,999.99. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Antetokounmpo wore the shoes as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks on Aug. 31, 2020, when the NBA was playing in the bubble during the COVID-19 pandemic. The shoes are autographed by Antetokounmpo and have "2019-20 GAME WORN, THE BUBBLE" inscribed on them. Now, if you don’t have an extra $10,000 lying around and you were desperately hoping to purchase game-worn shoes from NBA stars on Costco’s website, you are out of luck. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s game-worn sneakers were also available for $3,199.99, but someone already swooped in and ordered them. Tatum wore the sneakers on March 28, 2023, and signed them. The sneakers also featured his son’s name, Deuce, on the back of each shoe, accompanied by a heart. Costco provides quality goods and services, with a splash of game-worn shoes from NBA stars thrown into the mix. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cf70ff311a5ed8b6f6b2 Musk issues dire warning over 3 moves Dems could make if they sweep Washington: 'End of democracy' te 2026-10-30T17:10:08.598Z Musk issues dire warning over 3 moves Dems could make if they sweep Washington: 'End of democracy' Ahead of the midterm elections, billionaire Elon Musk warned that a Democratic sweep of the White House and Congress in 2028 could spell the "end of democracy," outlining three moves he fears the party would make to cement its political power. The stark warning comes as Musk pours money into Republican campaigns, arguing that maintaining GOP control of the Senate is essential to preventing what he described as a "permanent one-party state." Musk outlined his three "biggest" concerns about Democrats gaining unified control of Washington, in an X post, warning that the party would move to grant statehood to Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, legalize immigrants living in the country illegally and expand the Supreme Court. AMERICANS CLASH OVER SUPREME COURT EXPANSION AS FIGHT OVER 9 JUSTICES HEATS UP: ‘LET’S PACK IT NOW’ "My biggest concern is that if there is a clean sweep by Democrats of the House, Senate and Presidency in 2028," Musk wrote, listing three top scenarios he fears. Musk argued that granting statehood to Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico would help Democrats gain a strong Senate majority, while opening the borders and legalizing immigrants in the country illegally would help the party cement a lasting electoral advantage. He also warned that Democrats would increase the number of Supreme Court justices to secure an immediate majority on the nation's highest court. "This would result in America becoming a permanent one-party state and the end of democracy in any meaningful sense of the word," Musk wrote. SENATE CONTROL IS A COIN FLIP — AND DEMOCRATS’ PATH RUNS THROUGH TRUMP COUNTRY The Tesla and SpaceX CEO argued that Republicans need to hold at least 51 Senate seats following the 2028 elections to prevent those outcomes, making an urgent appeal to voters ahead of the midterms. "That is why you should vote for Republican senators this election," Musk wrote. "Other reasons are irrelevant compared to this one." The Senate is still a toss-up with six states to decide the majority, according to Fox News Power Rankings. The best outcome predicted for the Democrats is that their ceiling rises to 54 seats and for Republicans, they could see them retain control with up to 52 seats. Musk's warning comes amid his financial involvement in Republican campaigns, with the billionaire directing significant resources toward helping GOP candidates win elections. ARTHUR HERMAN: MUSK AND OTHERS PROVE THAT THIS ELECTION CASH IS KING. WILL IT BE ENOUGH? He contributed hundreds of millions of dollars to Republican political groups ahead of the November midterms. A representative for his America PAC confirmed to Fox News earlier this month that the billionaire had contributed $276 million to Republican super PACs and organizations over the previous three months. That includes $158 million to the Senate Leadership Fund, a super PAC aligned with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., and $10 million to Lone Star Liberty PAC, which is backing Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton took aim at Musk's political spending, accusing the billionaire of attempting to use his fortune to influence the midterm elections in Republicans' favor. "Elon Musk is flooding the midterms with money to help Trump," Clinton wrote on X earlier this week. "But even his millions may not be enough to counteract reality." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cf6cff311a5ed8b6f68c Google’s first data center satellite is online and writing poetry te 2026-10-30T17:10:04.631Z Google’s first data center satellite is online and writing poetry The first TPU in space is a running a Google DeepMind Gemma 4 model and writing cheesy poetry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cf6aff311a5ed8b6f682 Tucson looks to Albuquerque for safer buses and bus stops te 2026-10-30T17:10:02.796Z Tucson looks to Albuquerque for safer buses and bus stops Tucson already has plans for paid bus ambassadors modeled on Albuquerque’s, and after a trip there, city leaders want more: an app for reporting hazards and volunteers to keep bus stops clean. Seventeen city staff members, including three council members, traveled to Albuquerque to see its transit system. Tucson and Albuquerque officials discussed the visit during a meeting at the Ward 6 office earlier this month. Albuquerque and Tucson have nearly the same population and similar climates, with both cities also bonded by their struggles with road safety. The 2026 “Dangerous by Design” report ranks Tucson as the fourth deadliest metropolitan area for pedestrians and Albuquerque as the second, and Arizona and New Mexico as the third and first deadliest states. Despite the similarities, the way public transit is used in the two cities is very different. Ward 6 Council Member Miranda Schubert said Tucson is “admired” by other municipal governments for its ridership statistics. In 2025, Sun Tran reported more than 18.3 million boardings while Albuquerque’s bus program, ABQ Ride, reported 7.7 million. Schubert also said ridership affects safety, noting that cities like Albuquerque with 40% of Tucson’s ridership will have safer buses and bus stops simply because there are fewer people. Tucson adopted Albuquerque’s transit ambassador program several months before the officials’ visit, but its version will differ. The Albuquerque model involves trained volunteers committing at least two hours per week to riding the bus and aiding passengers in need of assistance while also promoting safety. Tucson’s program will involve a team of four paid ambassadors with lived experience who will alternate between bus routes to promote safety on buses while helping connect individuals in need with services. The city discussed the possibility of hiring more ambassadors in the future, if the existing ones prove effective. Tucson Spotlight was awarded Collaboration of the Year by the Local Independent Online News Association. Become a member today and help make sure Southern Arizona keeps getting the coverage it deserves. City of Tucson officials hear from ABQ Ride transit ambassador Althea Atherton in Albuquerque, New Mexico about initiatives within Albuquerque’s transit and road safety program. Ian Stash / Tucson Spotlight. ABQ Ride bus driver Robert Chavez said the ambassadors are “a pretty good deal” because they’re able to answer passengers’ questions about things like routes and directions and ensure operational safety, freeing the driver to focus on the route. If a fight breaks out, Chavez said his typical procedure is to call dispatch, pull the bus over and open the doors so the people involved or any scared bystanders can get off and avoid injury or involvement. ABQ Ride ambassador Althea Atherton said an ambassador’s physical presence, backed by simple things such as “mom eyes” and without the tough look of security, is an important deterrent for incidents like that. Atherton said she’s only ever had to ask someone to leave the bus once, when they tried to bring a flammable gas canister on board, calling the interaction very civil. “I think the approach of being a friendly face in a polo shirt versus a security guard who looks like they’re going to rough someone up made that a very easy interaction,” Atherton said. Albuquerque’s safety work goes beyond buses. To address its road safety problems, the city adopted the Vision Zero ABQ policy in 2019, setting a goal of zero traffic deaths by 2040. Another recent road safety development came when the city changed its traffic code for the first time in decades to adopt a “Stop for Everyone” policy, along with a public relations campaign of the same name. The policy codified that any vehicle has to stop at any crosswalk, marked or unmarked, for any pedestrian or cyclist, who are defined as “vulnerable road users.” The Albuquerque City Council also invested in a public relations campaign specifically to reach public transit users, who are also considered vulnerable road users. Albuquerque staff at the meeting said that with the adoption of the “Stop for Everyone” policy and the campaign behind it, incidents and accidents decreased significantly in the last year. In Albuquerque, most incidents occur at bus stops rather than on buses. Atherton said the bus is “the safest place to gather in the city.” She believes that rhetoric about safety on buses does not match reality and that the key to transit safety lies in keeping the stops secure rather than focusing on buses. As in Tucson, buses in Albuquerque often serve as shelter from the heat for vulnerable road users in the hotter months. Transit staff at the meeting said they want to keep buses accessible for that purpose. Tucson is now weighing two more ABQ Ride programs. One is the See Say app, short for “see something, say something.” The app allows riders or drivers to submit photo or video of suspicious activity, safety hazards and service issues to the city, making it easier to respond. It also helps the city collect data and track trends to ease planning and coordination of its response, both long- and short-term. The app also connects different parts of public safety, such as police, fire and community safety departments, so they can complement one another and ensure the correct responses based on trends in the data. The other is Adopt-A-Stop, which includes more than 100 of the city’s 3,000 bus stops. Volunteers act as the city’s eyes, noting when bus stops need graffiti or litter cleaned up. Albuquerque encourages businesses to get involved through both the See Say app and the Adopt-A-Stop program, giving them a way to report anything about bus stops that frustrates them. Tucson city officials hope to do the same if they adopt something similar. Businesses near bus stops sometimes feel the stops get in their way. Albuquerque hopes business leaders will help keep the stops clean and “be proud of the bus stops.” Ian Stash is University of Arizona alum and freelance journalist in Tucson. Contact him at ianjgs16@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/6ae4cd1bff311a5ed8b6f633 Governor probing 'Decoy Dan' Sullivan election scandal warns system flaw hiding in plain sight te 2026-10-30T17:00:11.145Z Governor probing 'Decoy Dan' Sullivan election scandal warns system flaw hiding in plain sight Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy warned that an alleged Democratic scheme to recruit a second "Dan Sullivan" into the state's pivotal Senate race exposed a deeper vulnerability in its election system, telling Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview that his administration is investigating newly surfaced evidence just days before the midterms. Dunleavy said the New York Times uncovered details that state officials did not have when they initially challenged the second Sullivan's candidacy this past summer — including alleged involvement by operatives connected to Democratic nominee Mary Peltola. The Republican argued Alaska's relatively new election system helped make the controversy possible, as state and federal authorities pursue separate investigations into potential wrongdoing. "This would have never happened if we didn't have ranked-choice voting," Dunleavy told Fox News Digital. "If this was a historical primary, a primary that our fathers and grandfathers had, this individual [retired schoolteacher Dan Sullivan of Petersburg] would not have gotten out of the primary." 'DECOY DAN' SULLIVAN CASE LEADS TOP SENATOR TO BREAK FOUR-YEAR X SILENCE: 'PATTERN OF LIES' Dunleavy cited reporting that the Petersburg Sullivan initially denied having been recruited, but the Times found Peltola-connected operatives had worked to recruit spoilers named "Dan Sullivan" from around the state. "We're compelled to do an investigation on behalf of the people of Alaska, because as they say in Alaska, which is a big fish state, if you can smell the fish way far from the dock, you've got a real problem," Dunleavy said. "And so, this really does stink." Alaska's election system advances the top four finishers from a nonpartisan primary to a general election in which voters rank candidates by preference. Dunleavy argued that traditional party primaries would have prevented the second Sullivan from reaching November's ballot. "Our job as executives are to make sure that we can provide our people with an election that everyone could look at it and say that was done with integrity. And right now this cast, unfortunately, a pall over all of this," he said. Dunleavy said the state's initial investigation in June after the Petersburg Sullivan surfaced ultimately led to the state Supreme Court, which allowed both Sullivans' names on the ballot, with Senator Sullivan marked "incumbent." "Initially, when [Petersburg Sullivan] contacted the Division of Elections, he wanted his name listed as Daniel S. Sullivan. That's not his middle initial. That's the middle initial of our incumbent senator. His website looked very, very, very similar to our incumbent senator. And we went to court over this, and the Supreme Court of Alaska ruled that they were going to put his name on the ballot," he said. "We knew there was a problem, but the courts had decided. And then of course, the article comes out in the Times and there's a whole list of issues that we were never privy to." The new reporting identified contradictions in accounts of what transpired over the summer, including whether there was contact between Petersburg Sullivan and any campaigns. RNC REJECTS NARRATIVE OF SPOILER CANDIDATES 'ON BOTH SIDES,' CALLS ALASKA SCHEME 'FRAUDULENT' "There's a lot more smoke and a lot of fishy smell after this article came out," he said. In Alaska, elections are overseen by the lieutenant governor, not the governor, and Fox News Digital reached out to Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom for comment on whether or how her office is investigating. "They're obviously shoulders deep now in an election with all the people and all the polls open here with early voting. The governor's office is in charge of making sure that there's execution of the laws. That's what this investigation is going to look at to see if there were any violations of law or if there was a civil violation as well," Dunleavy added. Peltola's campaign has denied involvement with either Sullivan campaign. Peltola also dismissed the controversy as a distraction during a campaign appearance Wednesday, while the New York Times reported that operatives connected to her campaign participated in efforts to recruit potential spoiler candidates. Fox News Digital reached out to Peltola for additional comment. Former FEC chair Hans von Spakovsky told Fox News Digital that something investigators should look at is whether individuals paid by Peltola or another political organization were providing any "in-kind" services to the Petersburg Sullivan. "In-kind services are considered a contribution to a campaign. Failure to disclose such services is a violation of federal law. Also, if the fair market value of the services provided to the campaign exceeds the maximum contribution allowed to a federal candidate, that is also a violation of federal law. If this was knowingly and intentionally done, it moves from being a civil violation to a criminal violation of the law," von Spakovsky said. Von Spakovsky pointed to an FEC case involving socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders' 2016 presidential campaign, which accepted campaign assistance from Australian Labor Party members whose travel expenses and stipends were paid by the foreign political organization. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER The FEC determined that the arrangement constituted a prohibited $24,422 in-kind foreign contribution. Sanders' campaign and the Australian Labor Party each agreed to pay $14,500 in civil penalties to settle the matter without admitting liability. With Election Day approaching, the governor said the investigation would continue for as long as necessary, warning that the alleged effort could foreshadow new attempts to manipulate elections through misleading candidacies and other tactics. Fox News Digital's Hannah Brennan contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cd19ff311a5ed8b6f62a Election Day 2026: Join America's conversation here! te 2026-10-30T17:00:09.250Z Election Day 2026: Join America's conversation here! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cac6ff311a5ed8b6f5bc Colorado parents refuse to stay silent as school allegedly targets girls over trans athlete in locker room te 2026-10-30T16:50:14.916Z Colorado parents refuse to stay silent as school allegedly targets girls over trans athlete in locker room The frustrated parents of female athletes at Dakota Ridge High School are speaking out over an escalating locker room dispute, demanding answers after district officials placed a transgender player on the girls' junior varsity volleyball roster. Four Dakota Ridge parents spoke with OutKick this week as tension in the gym turned into open opposition. Following the public outcry sparked by parents like Tanna Donalson, whose daughter and seven other juniors were cut from the volleyball program, outspoken fathers are now stepping forward alongside mothers to challenge state policies that elevate gender identity over female athletics. Families are pressing Jefferson County Public Schools (Jeffco) for accountability, refusing to back down despite reported retaliation from school and district staff against those who question the policy. EX-SJSU VOLLEYBALL COACH ALLEGES TRANS PLAYER FAILED TESTOSTERONE TEST, RESULT WAS KEPT 'SECRET' FROM TEAM The conflict centers on district leadership invoking state non-discrimination guidelines to open female locker rooms to the player, even as coaching staff cut more than 35 female athletes from the program, as OutKick previously reported. OutKick observed the fallout firsthand during matches against Standley Lake on Monday and Littleton on Wednesday. Jefferson County Public Schools, Colorado's second-largest school district, has offered only one formal remedy for female athletes who object to sharing facilities: directing them to seek private changing spaces elsewhere in the building. "The girls' locker room is a sacred space. What’s happening at Dakota Ridge is a slow burn to that sacred space," said Josh, a Dakota Ridge father in attendance at Wednesday's match who went on the record regarding the ongoing issue. EXCLUSIVE: RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ACCUSED OF HIDING KIDS' GENDER TRANSITIONS FROM PARENTS "The Jeffco School Interim Superintendent said that they need to respect the privacy of all students. I guess 'all students' aren’t the 50-plus girls on the volleyball teams that use the girls' locker room. Dakota Ridge said they will make accommodations for girls who are uncomfortable in the locker room. That should be the other way around." Internal emails obtained by OutKick show district leadership anticipated the dispute, quietly preparing weeks in advance while leaving parents and players blindsided when the athlete was placed on the roster without warning. In an Oct. 6 email to district leadership, Dakota Ridge Athletic Director Jeff Legault warned: "I heard that meetings were held weeks ago to discuss a plan for this scenario, which is unfolding exactly the way it was predicted." With the JV season ending, parent concerns deepened after coaching staff threatened to bench players overheard discussing the freshman athlete. "DR staff and the district knew about this issue and kept it a secret. It’s still the elephant in the room," Josh said, noting that a former coach whose daughters played for Dakota Ridge subsequently stepped away from the program. Josh estimated varsity parents are fractured into three camps: "25% don’t care or somehow think this is a fight against Trump, 50% just want this to go away, and 25% are fighting." 'HEARTBROKEN' WASHINGTON STATE SUPERINTENDENT SAYS NO CONSEQUENCES FOR GIRLS WHO PROTESTED TRANSGENDER RUNNER Beyond locker room access, parents report a pervasive fear of retaliation. Matters escalated when head coach Matthew Zeman allegedly threatened two players with benching after they were overheard discussing the situation in a school parking lot. Carey, the mother of one of the varsity athletes, sent a statement to OutKick, confirming details of the confrontation. "A few weeks ago, my daughter and one of her teammates were told they couldn’t play in a volleyball game, nor could they attend the game after having a private conversation in the parking lot with a few other volleyball teammates about a transgender player they had heard of on the JV team," Carey said. "After the other parent and I met with the coach and the athletic director, they reversed this, and they allowed them to play in the game, even though they didn’t even have any idea what the girls had said." Carey said that the threat followed her daughter's earlier concerns regarding locker room arrangements. "My daughter had also expressed concern about being uncomfortable in the locker room with this player. She was told that they could make accommodations for her, not the other player," Carey said. "Now, as a parent, my number one concern is safety. Feeling safe and comfortable in a locker room is critical. Not only that, there’s fairness in female sports, and there’s the ability to speak up and talk about your concerns without feeling punished." Carey, a Dakota Ridge mother who has worked with disabled individuals for over 30 years, emphasized that her concerns stem from basic fairness. "I know all about inclusion, respect, fairness, and making things work. This situation has become out of hand, and I feel like we have to start asking better questions. We have to start coming up with better solutions while respecting everybody involved," Carey added. "This isn’t about disrespecting anyone. This is about making it fair for everybody involved: primarily, safety in a girls’ locker room, fairness in sports, and making sure our girls are able to speak up and feel respected." Josh backed up that account, noting that Zeman accused the players of "bullying" simply for talking amongst themselves, yet failed to cite a single broken rule. WOMEN WHO FACED BIOLOGICAL MALES IN GIRLS' SPORTS AND LOCKER ROOMS SPEAK OUT AHEAD OF WASHINGTON STATE VOTE "When the couple of girls were talking about it in the parking lot, the coach found out about that and immediately pulled two of the girls out and was gonna bench them because they were talking, [calling it] bullying," Josh said. "And they asked, 'What did we do wrong?' And he couldn't name anything. And I feel like they were actually bullied by the coach for that. They're just talking amongst friends, as kids do in a parking lot with their varsity teammates." Both Zeman and Jeffco Public Schools ignored repeated requests for comment. Approached directly inside the gym on Wednesday, Zeman refused to comment on the parents' frustrations. Following a road match at Standley Lake on Monday, the team returned home Wednesday to face Littleton under heightened security, including an armed guard inside the gym. Parents reported seeing up to three security personnel at recent games. The cold shoulder from district leadership was unquestioned. Josh watched the interim superintendent visit warmly with the trans athlete's family, then walk straight past the parents of the female players without uttering a word. "He was there for them," Josh said. Aaron, a Dakota Ridge parent who spoke on the record about the ongoing dispute, criticized the district's lack of transparency from the start. "I think it's a little ridiculous how Jeffco is handling the situation. There should not be biological males in the girls' locker rooms. At any school in Jefferson County, Colorado, or the state of Colorado, for that matter," Aaron said. "And for them not to disclose this earlier in the season, it's very disappointing. They waited so long to disclose this information, you know, they put these girls in a very hard situation with not knowing." When parents pressed for answers through formal channels, Aaron said district attorneys shut down the conversation entirely. COLORADO HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS FACED ALLEGED BENCHING THREAT AMID TRANS ATHLETE DISPUTE "The school really hasn't been communicating very well at all. They've been leaving almost like they're trying to sweep it under the rug," Aaron added. "We had a meeting with Jeffco Legal and they kind of said that they would answer questions and didn't answer any questions at all, didn't give us any time. And they said they'd get back to us and we haven't heard anything since." Zachary, a Jeffco father of three with a daughter in the district, didn't hold back when texting OutKick about the administration's backward priorities. "The absurdity of trans girls (boys, in real life) playing on girls' teams is beyond lunacy," Zachary texted. "How did we get here? Why is Jeffco and these other districts so tied up in this fad? We have a mental health crisis and these school districts are manipulating and grooming these children without parental consent." "What about women’s rights?" he added. "No boys in girls' sports unless they’re co-ed. Period. The government needs to step in and right this ship, ASAP." And volleyball may be just the start for trans inclusion in Dakota Ridge girls' athletics. "From what I hear, they are trying out for the basketball team this upcoming season," Aaron said. "I don't know if the coach has handled this yet or not, but from what I hear there are girls that aren't going to play or try out because of it." With district administrators digging in, parents are taking their case directly to the November ballot. Grassroots momentum has coalesced around Proposition 134 to keep male athletes off female sports rosters, alongside Proposition 135, which would prohibit gender-affirming surgeries on minors. It has been an uphill climb from the start, but parents say silence is no longer an option. Regardless of what policies future administrations roll out, these families are speaking up now. By exposing Jeffco’s failure to stand up for female students, they hope to fix a broken system and save girls' sports for their daughters. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cac5ff311a5ed8b6f5b3 Terri Clark refused Auto-Tune and AI to keep her Ryman Auditorium live album raw and real te 2026-10-30T16:50:13.569Z Terri Clark refused Auto-Tune and AI to keep her Ryman Auditorium live album raw and real In an era of Auto-Tune, artificial intelligence and endless opportunities to make music sound perfect, Terri Clark decided to leave well enough alone. The country music legend released a new live album Friday, Oct. 30, capturing her long-awaited headlining debut at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. But rather than return to the studio to clean up the performance, Clark was determined to preserve the night exactly as it happened — imperfections and all. And that wasn't necessarily an easy task. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK "We didn't even have the proper audience mics," Clark told OutKick OutDoors in an exclusive interview. "The audience was twice as loud as it sounds on this recording." That's because the August 2024 performance wasn't originally intended to become a live album. In fact, it wasn't until roughly a year later that Clark and her team decided to piece together recordings captured by her concert engineers. But she wasn't interested in making the show sound like something it wasn't. "I decided that I didn't want to replace any vocals. I didn't want to replay anything," Clark said. "In a world of AI and tracks and Auto-Tune and all of the things that people do to sound perfect, I let the recording lie the way it was and stay exactly as it went down that night." She concluded: "It's passion over perfection." On Aug. 29, 2024, Clark finally checked off a lifelong bucket-list item when she headlined the Ryman Auditorium for the first time. For the singer who once performed for tips at Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, just across the alley from the iconic venue, it was a particularly meaningful milestone. "This was a full-circle moment," she said. And even with more than three decades of performing under her belt, Clark wasn't prepared for the reception she received that evening. "They came from all over the place, all corners of the world, and Canada, and fans from out west in the United States," she recalled. "It was a room full of so much love, and we shared just a moment that I almost never want to headline the Ryman again because it'll never come close to that show, if that makes any sense." TERRI CLARK APPLAUDS ELLA LANGLEY'S HISTORIC RISE BUT SAYS SHE 'WOULD NOT WANT TO TRADE PLACES WITH HER' The 17-track album, Terri Clark: Live From The Ryman, includes performances of her hits "Better Things to Do," "Girls Lie Too" and "I Wanna Do It All," along with appearances by Ashley McBryde and Trisha Yearwood. McBryde joined Clark for "Better Things to Do," while Yearwood performed "Poor, Poor Pitiful Me." Clark said the evening's excitement is exactly why she refused to go back and polish the recording. "I don't think I could duplicate the energy and excitement in my voice that night if I went in and redid anything," she said. So rather than chase perfection in the studio, she decided to let the original performance speak for itself. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cac2ff311a5ed8b6f592 Big 12 Conference Undergoing Significant Leadership Shakeup te 2026-10-30T16:50:10.735Z Big 12 Conference Undergoing Significant Leadership Shakeup The Big 12 announced that Brett Yormark will step down as commissioner after the 2026 college football season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cac1ff311a5ed8b6f589 Red Sox Linked to Superstar Slugger in Potential Blockbuster Trade te 2026-10-30T16:50:09.312Z Red Sox Linked to Superstar Slugger in Potential Blockbuster Trade The Boston Red Sox are being linked to Kansas City Royals superstar Bobby Witt Jr with the offseason getting started. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cabfff311a5ed8b6f580 Cameron Boozer Breaks LeBron James' NBA Record in Grizzlies Win te 2026-10-30T16:50:07.789Z Cameron Boozer Breaks LeBron James' NBA Record in Grizzlies Win Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer surpasses LeBron James as the youngest forward in NBA history to record a triple-double. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cabeff311a5ed8b6f577 The Click Economy Is Making Businesses Easier to Replace | Opinion te 2026-10-30T16:50:06.269Z The Click Economy Is Making Businesses Easier to Replace | Opinion AI makes customer acquisition easier, but businesses must also invest in loyalty, retention and lasting customer relationships. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cabcff311a5ed8b6f56e Nebraska Makes a Major Deal With Their QB te 2026-10-30T16:50:04.546Z Nebraska Makes a Major Deal With Their QB Nebraska quarterback Anthony Colandrea reportedly signs a deal to return in 2027, giving Matt Rhule stability at a key position. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4cabaff311a5ed8b6f565 Spanberger's 'Most Diverse Cabinet' Photo Called Out Over Lack of White Men te 2026-10-30T16:50:02.836Z Spanberger's 'Most Diverse Cabinet' Photo Called Out Over Lack of White Men The Virginia governor has faced backlash from conservative figures such as Katie Miller and Elon Musk over the photo. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c864ff311a5ed8b6f511 4 US cities are the lucky winners of Trump's $300M crime crackdown contest te 2026-10-30T16:40:04.474Z 4 US cities are the lucky winners of Trump's $300M crime crackdown contest FIRST ON FOX: Four U.S. cities will share almost $300 million in federal funding after competing to show how they would reduce violent crime and strengthen local law enforcement. Jacksonville, Florida; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Jackson, Mississippi; and St. Louis, Missouri, were selected for the Justice Department's new Model Cities Initiative, according to details obtained by Fox News Digital. The four winners represent markedly different policing environments, from Jacksonville, where murders have fallen sharply in recent years, to Baton Rouge, where officials have struggled with a significant officer shortage, and Jackson, where DOJ says officials proposed a technology-driven strategy to combat persistent violent crime. Attorney General Todd Blanche and other DOJ leaders will visit each city over the next 10 days to present the awards, when the department plans to reveal the individual funding amounts. KASH PATEL TO TOUT 'LARGEST' YEAR-TO-YEAR VIOLENT CRIME DROP IN US HISTORY The DOJ launched the competition in June as part of President Donald Trump's focus on reducing crime in U.S. cities. It invited cities nationwide to submit comprehensive plans for reducing violent crime and improving public safety. The awards could represent a sizable addition to the cities' existing law enforcement budgets. Jacksonville budgets about $674 million annually for its sheriff's office, while St. Louis budgeted about $147 million for its police department in fiscal 2026. With nearly $300 million to be divided among just four jurisdictions, each award could amount to tens of millions of dollars, though DOJ has not yet disclosed how the funding will be split. BILL BARR SAYS TODD BLANCHE ISN'T 'A TOADY,' URGES SENATE TO CONFIRM TRUMP'S AG PICK "The Model Cities Initiative reflects the Trump Administration’s commitment to reducing crime across the country and ensuring the safety of every American," Blanche said. "These cities are setting an example of proactive law enforcement that will strengthen the rule of law and improve public safety in their jurisdictions. As violent crime rates continue to fall to historic lows, the Department of Justice is redoubling our efforts to invest in local communities and keep American families safe." Rather than funding a single policing program, the initiative takes what DOJ describes as a "whole-of-city" approach, bringing together law enforcement, local government officials and community partners to develop strategies tailored to each jurisdiction's public safety challenges. The money can be used to hire sworn and non-sworn law enforcement personnel and other public safety workers, purchase technology and equipment, expand forensic capabilities and fund programs addressing mental health, substance abuse and recidivism. Jacksonville's selection comes after a sharp drop in killings. The city recorded 59 murders in 2024, its lowest total since at least 1995 and less than half the number recorded a year earlier, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. DOJ said murders fell 38% between 2023 and 2025, while robberies declined 25% and aggravated assaults fell 21%. DOJ pointed to Jacksonville's use of advanced training and technology and efforts to strengthen investigative capabilities in selecting the city. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, which has more than 3,600 police, corrections and civilian employees, has an annual budget of roughly $674 million. FIRST ON FOX: DHS POINTS TO ‘COMMON SENSE’ REASON FOR COLLAPSING CRIME: ‘NO SURPRISE’ St. Louis' selection is particularly notable given the city's long struggle with violent crime. The city recorded 263 homicides in 2020, but that figure fell to 150 in 2024, its lowest total since 2013, as overall crime declined 15% year over year. The decline continued into 2025, when homicides during the first three months of the year fell another 45% compared with the same period a year earlier. DOJ said St. Louis' proposal calls for expanding law enforcement personnel by more than 300, modernizing policing technology and strengthening public safety operations. Baton Rouge is confronting a different challenge: manpower. The Baton Rouge Police Department was roughly 150 officers short earlier this year, prompting officials to approve what they described as the largest police pay raise in department history. Starting salaries increased from $40,000 to $58,000 as part of an effort to recruit and retain officers. The department also operates a Real Time Crime Center that uses data analytics and other technology to support officers and investigators. DOJ said East Baton Rouge Parish stood out for its partnerships among law enforcement, local government and community organizations and its broader approach to combating violent crime. Jackson, Mississippi, meanwhile, was selected for what DOJ described as an ambitious, technology-driven strategy to address persistent violent crime. The Jackson Police Department already operates a Real Time Command Center and specialized units focused on gun crime, vice and narcotics and other investigations, while assigning officers to outside task forces. Its proposal calls for greater coordination among law enforcement agencies, expanded investigative capabilities and targeted enforcement, according to DOJ. "President Trump and this Department of Justice have demonstrated that Americans need not accept unsafe streets as a fact of life," Associate Attorney General Stanley E. Woodward Jr. said. "We have made tremendous strides in restoring public safety, and the Model Cities Initiative offers an opportunity to build on that progress. These cities have the potential to set a new standard for safer communities across America." The four winning jurisdictions will now work with DOJ to finalize and implement their public safety plans. Blanche and other Justice Department officials will travel to all four jurisdictions over the next 10 days to present the awards in person and reveal how the nearly $300 million will be divided among them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c615ff311a5ed8b6f4d3 AZFEC: Biggs Has An Agenda For Governor. Hobbs Has None. te 2026-10-30T16:30:13.180Z AZFEC: Biggs Has An Agenda For Governor. Hobbs Has None. By the Arizona Free Enterprise Club | Before giving a politician four years in office, voters deserve answers to a few basic questions: Where do you stand? What do you plan to do? And how will it make their lives better? Katie Hobbs has already had four as Governor and now wants four more. Apparently, explaining what she intends to do with them is asking too much.  Hobbs is the only major statewide nominee who refused to take the debate stage this election cycle, but her reluctance to lay out a second-term agenda does not end there. Voters looking for one on her campaign website will come up empty, too. Even her 2022 website featured a section outlining her plans for Arizona. This time, visitors get “Meet Katie,” a biography touting her supposed “accomplishments,” with plenty about why she thinks she deserves another term, and very little about what she intends to do with it.  Andy Biggs has taken the opposite approach, making his policy positions, priorities, and agenda easy to find and easy to read. On taxes, housing, water, energy, and school choice, voters can examine what he proposes and decide for themselves.  But Hobbs’ refusal to lay out a second-term agenda does not mean voters have to guess what another four years would look like. She has a record, and Arizonans have been living with the consequences… >>> CONTINUE READING >>> The post AZFEC: Biggs Has An Agenda For Governor. Hobbs Has None. first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c3b6ff311a5ed8b6f439 What the Ruthless Fellas are watching ahead of the midterms te 2026-10-30T16:20:06.418Z What the Ruthless Fellas are watching ahead of the midterms The "Ruthless Podcast" Fellas have some of the best political insights in the game, and we asked them what they'll be looking at ahead of Tuesday's critical midterms. Control of the House and U.S. Senate are at stake as Democrats try to take back Congress after Republicans swept the White House and both chambers in 2024. From what polls are or aren't reliable, to the races sparking the most interest, to what the media continues to get wrong in political coverage, the Fellas have your answers. MEET THE RUTHLESS PODCAST FELLAS If you could only watch one race on election night, which is it, and what’s the first thing you check when the polls close? Maine Senate. Susan Collins has an incredible ability to lose every poll and win every election, thus far. Will she be able to overcome the atmosphere of this election is a huge question. The first thing I check when polls close is early exits, which I find to be the most reliable and illuminating data on election night. What’s the one number you trust more than the polls (early vote, turnout, special election overperformance, fundraising, something else), and what threshold would make you feel good or bad about your side? EARLY EXIT numbers are the most trustworthy!  Dems always talk about a red mirage followed by a blue wave on election nights. If early exits don't go Republicans' way, it will be a bad night.  What is the media overhyping going into the midterms, and what is it ignoring? The media is overhyping Barack Obama as a candidate surrogate. He stumped for Hillary [Clinton], he stumped for Kamala [Harris], and they both lost. Obama has no coattails.  Which poll, pundit, or conventional wisdom do you not believe, and why? I do not trust any polls. Early exits are the only reliable source of data.  TRUMP AND TOP DEMOCRATS TARGET KEY STATES AHEAD OF ELECTION DAY If you could only watch one race on election night, which is it, and what’s the first thing you check when the polls close?  Ohio Senate. Watch returns in the 50 counties where President Trump outperformed Mitt Romney by 10 or more points.  What’s the one number you trust more than the polls (early vote, turnout, special election overperformance, fundraising, something else), and what threshold would make you feel good or bad about your side?  [Mike] Rogers' performance in Oakland County is a number to watch. And also his share of the vote in Michigan’s Seventh Congressional District. He could come out on top if he outperforms his 2024 vote totals in those areas.  FOX NEWS UNVEILS 2026 MIDTERM ELECTION COVERAGE PLANS What is the media overhyping going into the midterms, and what is it ignoring?  The media always overhypes late-breaking vibes and underreports multi-year, local level grassroots operations. Good candidates can overperform the environment with competent campaigns. Which poll, pundit, or conventional wisdom do you not believe, and why?  Public polling is often less reliable than professional private surveys based on years of state and local level expertise. So I’m always skeptical of public polling. But the one thing they’ve captured accurately is the difficult environment Republican candidates are currently navigating.   WATCH: ‘RUTHLESS’ SHARES AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO ELECTION NIGHT If you could only watch one race on election night, which is it, and what’s the first thing you check when the polls close? Michigan's Senate race. First thing we're checking is Abdul El-Sayed's support with Black voters in Wayne County. What’s the one number you trust more than the polls (early vote, turnout, special election overperformance, fundraising, something else), and what threshold would make you feel good or bad about your side? Early vote. Banking votes early makes you sweat election night less, and it lets you know where you're getting enthusiasm.  What is the media overhyping going into the midterms, and what is it ignoring? The Florida Senate race. Angie Nixon is a DSA loon and every interview she gives is a disaster. The media hasn't really covered the ranked choice process in Maine and Alaska. It's possible it could take weeks for us to know who has the Senate Majority. Which poll, pundit, or conventional wisdom do you not believe, and why? The pollsters who were off by 10+ points in the Dem primaries in Wisconsin and Michigan and are now publishing general election polls. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c3b4ff311a5ed8b6f430 Kim Kardashian undergoes surgery after health scare echoes dad’s fatal cancer battle te 2026-10-30T16:20:04.899Z Kim Kardashian undergoes surgery after health scare echoes dad’s fatal cancer battle Kim Kardashian has undergone surgery to have irregularities removed from her esophagus, she revealed on her family's show, "The Kardashians." In Thursday’s episode, the 46-year-old reality star said she had been feeling a bit sluggish, but first assumed it was just because she'd been busy. "I’ve been feeling a little off lately. My throat is like killing me today," she said in a confessional. KIM KARDASHIAN REVEALS NEW HEALTH SCARE WITH HAUNTING CONNECTION TO FATHER’S CANCER DEATH Early in the episode, a doctor told her that she appeared to have inflammation of the esophagus, and noted that she could have esophagitis. She admitted in a confessional, "So, I’ve seen a couple of doctors, and it’s been heavy on my mind lately." The doctor suggested taking a round of medicine, then coming in for a procedure so he could get a better look at what was wrong and then determine if they needed to take further action. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "I haven’t really told too many people about this just because I think it’s, you know, something that really hits home for me, and I just don’t really want to go there with my dad having passed away from esophagus cancer," she admitted to the camera. "Hopefully I can just take medication, and this will go away, but I just don’t know what’s going to happen." Robert Kardashian died of esophageal cancer in 2003. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "The doctor says my esophagus has these irregularities and I have to have them cut out," Kardashian said in the preview for next week’s show. "That’s the same thing my dad had." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE The preview also showed the reality star in a hospital gown with a surgical cap and her mother, Kris Jenner, by her side. Kardashian first went public with her diagnosis of esophagitis a month ago in the season eight trailer. "I have something called esophagitis," she told a producer while getting her makeup done. "Didn’t your father, isn’t that what he died of?" the person asked.  She confirmed that it was. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c173ff311a5ed8b6f3c8 Panthers fire defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero after losing to Packers in major shakeup te 2026-10-30T16:10:27.210Z Panthers fire defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero after losing to Packers in major shakeup The Carolina Panthers have made the first coordinator firing of the NFL season. After the team's 27-19 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night at Lambeau Field, the Panthers announced Friday that they had fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley. The loss was the Panthers' second straight and dropped them to 3-4. The Panthers named defensive line coach Todd Wash their interim defensive coordinator and play-caller. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Evero, 45, had been head coach Dave Canales' defensive coordinator since 2024. In his first season, the Panthers' defense allowed 31.4 points per game, which was last in the NFL, but the unit improved in 2025. Last season, the defense allowed 23 points per game, which ranked 16th in the NFL. However, the unit has regressed this season, as its points allowed have climbed to 27.6 per game, which ranks 27th in the NFL. Unfortunately for Evero, his unit has been decimated by injuries. The Panthers have played the last few games without starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson. Backup cornerback Akayleb Evans joined them on injured reserve earlier this week. In addition, linebackers Nic Scourton (ACL) and Thomas Incoom (calf injury) and defensive tackle Cam Jackson (shoulder injury) are also on IR. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Despite being 3-4, the Panthers are still atop the lowly NFC South, and Canales is hoping Wash can spark the defense as they seek their second straight division title. Wash joined Carolina’s staff in 2023 and has 31 years of coaching experience, including 20 in the NFL. He spent five seasons serving as the defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jaguars had the second-ranked defense in the league in 2017 under Wash and advanced to the AFC Championship game. Outside linebackers coach/run game specialist AC Carter’s responsibilities will expand to include coaching the defensive line, the Panthers announced. The Panthers will look to right the ship when they play the Denver Broncos (5-2) a week from Sunday. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c166ff311a5ed8b6f3b6 Pope Leo Votes by Mail, From the Vatican, in Illinois Midterm Election te 2026-10-30T16:10:14.413Z Pope Leo Votes by Mail, From the Vatican, in Illinois Midterm Election Pope Leo may be the first pope to vote in a national election, Vatican experts said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4c160ff311a5ed8b6f39a Theranos whistleblower Tyler Shultz warns that the AI boom is ‘a great opportunity to go deceive people’ te 2026-10-30T16:10:08.056Z Theranos whistleblower Tyler Shultz warns that the AI boom is ‘a great opportunity to go deceive people’ The cautionary Theranos tale takes on a new significance in the AI era, when companies that have never turned a profit are raising capital at trillion-dollar valuations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf17ff311a5ed8b6f372 Conservative PAC funded by TPUSA and Republicans campaigns for ‘sham’ Green candidate te 2026-10-30T16:00:23.463Z Conservative PAC funded by TPUSA and Republicans campaigns for ‘sham’ Green candidate (Photo by Jim Small/Arizona Mirror) A political action committee run by a conservative political operative has spent thousands of dollars telling voters to support a “sham” Green Party candidate for governor who is facing two investigations for campaign finance fraud.  Risa Lombardo has been disavowed by the Arizona Green Party as a “sham” candidate. The Green Party called her a Republican in disguise aimed at leeching votes from Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs to benefit Republican nominee for governor, Andy Biggs.  In August, the Arizona Mirror published an exclusive report that six Arizonans said Lombardo — along with Duwayne Collier, the Green Party nominee for secretary of state and Republican Scott Neely, who lost his primary for governor to Biggs, had fraudulently used their names and signatures to qualify for a total of more than $4.7 million in public campaign funding.  Lombardo subsequently suspended her campaign amid a civil investigation by the Clean Elections Commission, which is tasked with overseeing the public campaign finance program, and a criminal investigation by the Arizona Attorney General.  But in October, the Strong Communities Action PAC, headed by Merissa Caldwell, spent $8,500 on text messages to voters, asking them to support “Rissa” Lombardo. The Strong Communities Foundation, which mostly operates under the name EZAZ, worked with the America First Legal Foundation on an unsuccessful 2024 lawsuit to challenge the way Arizona runs its elections.  America First Legal was created by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, the architect of Project 2025 and one of President Donald Trump’s closest advisors.  According to campaign finance reports, the PAC paid DAME America, a business that Caldwell owns, to send those messages on Oct. 9, Oct. 11, Oct. 13, Oct. 15, Oct. 17, Oct. 22, Oct. 24 and Oct. 27. On the same day that the first message was sent, the Strong Communities Action PAC received a $6,540 contribution from the federal Turning Point PAC, the political action committee for Turning Point Action, the advocacy arm of the far-right organization Turning Point USA. On Oct. 13, the Strong Communities PAC received $6,500 from the LD10 Republican Party of East Mesa.  Caldwell told the Mirror in a phone interview that she decides on a day-by-day basis how the PAC spends its money and that neither Turning Point nor the Republican Party of East Mesa made contributions for the specific purpose of supporting Lombardo.  Neither of those entities responded to a request for comment about how Caldwell spent their contributions on a longshot third-party candidate instead of Andy Biggs, the Republican nominee for governor. Biggs has been endorsed by Turning Point, and its various committees have spent millions of dollars backing his candidacy.  Lombardo was a Republican precinct committeewoman and sold MAGA merchandise until days before she filed a statement of interest to run for governor in the Green Party. She told the Mirror in an April email that she switched parties because she most closely aligned with the Green Party platform and denied that she was a sham candidate. But Lombardo continued to work with numerous members of the Arizona Republican Party’s campaign machine, and to live with her husband Michael Lombardo, head of the Maricopa County Republican Committee’s “Ultra Grassroots” team. Lombardo told the Mirror that the two divorced, but the Mirror couldn’t find any record of that, and the two were still using the same address in North Phoenix as of May.  Caldwell told the Mirror that she sent out the messages in support of Lombardo because the Green Party candidate opposes Flock cameras and supports election integrity, areas where Caldwell and Lombardo align.  It shouldn’t come as a shock that her PAC has campaigned in support of both Biggs and Lombardo, Caldwell said.  “Everyone knows that I am primarily nonpartisan,” she said. “I’m libertarian in ideology. People know my values, so no one should be surprised by that.” While Lombardo has mentioned Flock cameras and election integrity during her campaign, her campaign website says she supports the “10 key values of the Green Party” including social justice and equal opportunity, feminism and gender equity, respect for diversity, global responsibility and sustainability.  Caldwell, a frequent poster on the social media site X, has made numerous posts over the past several years in opposition to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and lobbied the Arizona Legislature to take an official stance against global sustainability efforts proposed by the United Nations and World Economic Forum.  Caldwell told the Mirror that she knew Lombardo from her time working with Legislative District 2, where Caldwell is still a precinct committeewoman. She said that, until October, she had not campaigned for Lombardo or interacted with her campaign.  “I haven’t seen her in a long time. I haven’t talked to her since she’s started running for office,” Caldwell said.  Lombardo was an LD2 precinct committeewoman until February 2025.  “I didn’t know her that well, but I knew her enough to know her values,” Caldwell said. “She was never really a Republican. She always had different views on other things.” In 2023, a business that Lombardo owned, called T3 Designs, sold buttons declaring that “Trump Won” and “Kari Won,” referring to Trump’s presidential campaign loss in 2020 and his ally Kari Lake’s loss in the Arizona governor’s race in 2022.  Lombardo also sold merchandise promoting far-right Republican Anthony Kern’s 2024 bid for Congress and a shirt bearing the GOP elephant with the letters “FJB” underneath, short for “F*** Joe Biden.” Caldwell has closely followed recent Clean Elections investigations into Arizona Corporation Commission Candidates Ralph Heap, Kevin Thompson and Nick Myers, posting about them daily on social media. But Caldwell said the investigation into Lombardo’s campaign finances didn’t concern her, even as her organization promotes “election integrity.” “They were investigated and cleared,” Caldwell wrongly said, adding she believed that because “someone with the Green Party had told her so.”  Neither the civil Clean Elections investigation nor the attorney general’s criminal investigation into the candidates are complete, and Lombardo and Collier both refused to provide information to the commission necessary to complete its investigation.  Caldwell has attended and given public comments during Clean Elections meetings where the investigation into Lombardo, Collier and Neely were discussed, and the commission has never indicated that it cleared any of the candidates of wrongdoing.  To qualify for public campaign funding, candidates must agree not to take money from large donors or PACs and must gather a specified number of $5 contributions from registered voters.  Gubernatorial candidates must collect 4,000 qualifying contributions and secretary of state candidates must collect 2,500, a difficult task for any candidate — especially ones without support from their party. Prior to 2026, the last time a candidate for governor qualified was 2014, when experienced Republican candidates Ken Bennett, who was secretary of state at the time, and Andrew Thomas, a former Maricopa County Attorney, both qualified.  The Mirror and the Clean Elections Commission found that Lombardo, Collier and Neely listed contributions from nearly 4,000 of the same voters, including more than 2,600 who were listed as giving to all three. The duplicated contributions across multiple candidates account for nearly 75% of the voters listed as giving qualifying contributions to the trio. More than 20 of the people listed as contributors to the candidates told either the Mirror, the Clean Elections Commission, or both, that they didn’t make the contributions. Some of them said that they were approached to sign an unrelated petition in a parking lot, and their information and signatures were fraudulently used on $5 contribution slips. Others said their names and signatures were entirely forged. The Clean Elections Commission is also investigating Lombardo’s failure to identify subvendors, as required for Clean Elections candidates.  Over a five-week period ahead of the primary election, Lombardo and Collier paid more than $1.2 million in public funds to Bootstrap Campaigns, a shadowy Nevada business that was incorporated by GOP political operatives on May 12.  Lombardo and Collier paid the Nevada business for a wide range of services, including consulting, mailers, text messages to voters, flyers, photography, video production, radio production, canvassing, social media management, petition gathering and sign printing and installation. The Clean Elections Commission later found that other vendors, that were not listed in the campaign finance reports, had provided some of those services.  “I don’t know why everyone (in the media is) so obsessed with her either,” Caldwell said of Lombardo. “I haven’t seen that much messaging on her.” But Caldwell added that she believes the investigation into Lombardo’s campaign finances should continue.  “I don’t think Risa would have done anything intentionally bad,” Caldwell said. “I’m assuming that it’s probably someone — if there’s any issues that come up — it’s someone that was hired that was bad. I don’t know any of the situation with her. I can’t talk to her about anything. But I know personally that she supports election integrity.” YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf14ff311a5ed8b6f352 French trans phenom Julie Tétart's performance against top WNBA prospect's team proves a point te 2026-10-30T16:00:20.905Z French trans phenom Julie Tétart's performance against top WNBA prospect's team proves a point So much for the narrative that French trans basketball player Julie Tetart couldn't make it in the WNBA. If the WNBA was true to its word that it's inclusive, a team would pull the trigger and bring in this unique player. In a Round of 16 Coupe de France tournament showdown Wednesday night against Lyon-ASVEL Féminin, which is owned by NBA legend Tony Parker, Tetart put the doubts to rest. The 6'3 phenom put up 13 points and a game-high nine rebounds in an 81-71 loss to a team featuring 6'1 19-year-old Ainhoa Risacher, who is expected to be a top-15 pick in the 2027 WNBA Draft. Despite playing five fewer minutes, Tetart outscored and out-rebounded the big-time prospect while also shooting better from the field. This is Angel Reese's worst nightmare - a top-level defender who can score and is built like a middle linebacker. "If they contact me, I won't say no. But you have to be realistic: I'm old, and there are far better players than me!" Tetart told OutKick in French over Instagram direct messages in August. Age is just a number based on how Tetart has started the 2026-27 season. Through five league games in the LF2 (France’s second division), where her team remains undefeated (5-0), Julie is averaging 13.8 points and 13.8 rebounds per game. A year ago, Tetart averaged a league-high 20.7 points and 20 rebounds a game while playing 31 minutes per game. Through five games, Julie is averaging 22 minutes of court time per game. WNBA SILENT ON WHETHER FRENCH TRANSGENDER STAR DOMINATING WOMEN'S LEAGUE WOULD BE ELIGIBLE TO PLAY The loss to Tony Parker's team wasn't due to Tetart. The Monaco team shot 27% from 3 (6-of-22) while Lyon sank 11 threes. Game over. Tetart more than held up in the paint while facing former University of South Florida rebound machine Bethy Mununga, who finished her career as one of the school's all-time best players. Tetart, who has never played outside of France and never played high-level basketball before declaring to be trans, dominated Mununga on the glass. GOP CONGRESSMAN PRESSES WNBA TO DEFINE ‘WOMEN’ AFTER ENES KANTER FREEDOM, ROYCE WHITE RULED INELIGIBLE Could Tetart join the WNBA if a team actually practiced what it preaches about being inclusive? The WNBA isn't saying "no," at least not that we know of. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The league's current collective bargaining agreement currently doesn't include a clear legal definition of "women." WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert boldly declared that both Enes Kanter and Royce White are ineligible to play in the league because they're "both men," but she's still not giving a definition for "women." FRENCH TRANS PHENOM JULIE TÉTART LOOKS WNBA-READY — SO WHY HASN’T THE ‘INCLUSIVE’ LEAGUE CALLED? As for this idea that Tetart is too old for the WNBA, that's nonsense. Alysha Clark just completed the 2026 season and she's 39. So is DeWanna Bonner. She averaged 10 points a game this season. A total of 14 players in the league are the same age as Tetart, or older. Brittney Griner is 35. She poured in 13 points a game for Connecticut. The ball is officially in the WNBA's court. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf13ff311a5ed8b6f349 Aspiring NYPD officer and college hockey captain killed in crash involving twice-removed Mexican national te 2026-10-30T16:00:19.020Z Aspiring NYPD officer and college hockey captain killed in crash involving twice-removed Mexican national A 21-year-old college hockey captain who dreamed of becoming a police officer was killed in a wrong-way crash involving a Mexican national who repeatedly entered the United States illegally after previously being removed, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed to Fox News Digital. Ryan O'Shea, a senior at the University of New Haven, was driving south on Interstate 91 in North Haven late Oct. 16 when a Chevrolet Silverado traveling the wrong way slammed head-on into his Honda Accord, Connecticut State Police said. According to the State Police accident summary, 31-year-old Guillermo Carmona-Lopez of Bridgeport was driving the Silverado. ICE LODGES DETAINER FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT CHARGED IN WRONG-WAY MARYLAND CRASH THAT KILLED MOM, DAUGHTER The crash sent O'Shea's car into another lane, where it was struck by a Jeep before moving onto the right shoulder and being hit by a third vehicle. O'Shea suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Carmona-Lopez was taken to Yale New Haven Hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries, while three other people suffered minor injuries. ILLEGAL ALIEN ORDERED REMOVED YEARS AGO CHARGED IN CRASH THAT KILLED NEWLY ENGAGED 23-YEAR-OLD TEACHER DHS told Fox News Digital that Carmona-Lopez entered the U.S. illegally multiple times despite previously being removed and receiving a final order of removal. "In May 2013, Border Patrol arrested Guillermo Carmona-Lopez, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, after he illegally entered the country," a DHS spokesperson said. "Carmona-Lopez was issued an expedited removal and was removed from the country." FATHER OF SLAIN MARINE SPEAKS OUT AFTER ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT WHO KILLED SON FACES THIRD DEPORTATION Carmona-Lopez then illegally reentered the country near the Rio Grande Valley and was arrested again by Border Patrol that same month, DHS said. "Carmona-Lopez was issued a final order of removal on May 30, 2013," the spokesperson said. "He then reentered the country at an unknown time and place." IMMIGRANT TRUCK DRIVER ADMITTED TO US UNDER BIDEN ALLEGEDLY KILLS UMASS SOCCER STAR, SPOKE NO ENGLISH FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X O'Shea, of Stony Point, New York, was studying criminal justice with a concentration in police science at the University of New Haven and served as senior captain of the men's club hockey team. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS He interned with the New York City Police Department over the summer and hoped to join the NYPD after graduation before eventually pursuing a career with the Drug Enforcement Administration, the university said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "Ryan wanted to go into public service in order to help others," his academic advisor, Lorenzo Boyd, said in a university tribute. "He was engaging in the classroom and will be missed greatly." SEND US A TIP Devin Bertrand, general manager of the men's ice hockey club, remembered O'Shea as someone whose "infectious personality lit up our locker room the moment he walked in." GOT A TIP? O'Shea also served as president of his Kappa Sigma fraternity chapter, which said he was returning from a hockey game when the crash occurred. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "Ryan was not only a great leader, but he was a caring friend to anyone around him," the fraternity said in a social media tribute. "He always knew how to light up a room and make people laugh, no matter the time." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL The State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Squad responded to the scene and is assisting with the investigation, which remains ongoing. "Under President Trump and Secretary Mullin, if you break the law, you will face the consequences," the DHS spokesperson said. "Criminal illegal aliens are not welcome in the U.S." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf0eff311a5ed8b6f327 Panthers RB Chubba Hubbard Sends Blunt Message to Team on 'TNF' Loss to Packers te 2026-10-30T16:00:14.936Z Panthers RB Chubba Hubbard Sends Blunt Message to Team on 'TNF' Loss to Packers Panthers running back Chubba Hubbard got honest about his team's loss to the Packers in "Thursday Night Football." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf0cff311a5ed8b6f31e Judge Halts ICE Race Profiling Stops In California: 'Mountain of Evidence' te 2026-10-30T16:00:12.835Z Judge Halts ICE Race Profiling Stops In California: 'Mountain of Evidence' District Judge Frimpong ruled that ICE agents cannot detain people solely because they appear Latino. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf0aff311a5ed8b6f315 Ravens Get Urgent Warning Ahead of Massive Bills Showdown te 2026-10-30T16:00:10.423Z Ravens Get Urgent Warning Ahead of Massive Bills Showdown The Ravens face a must-win game against Buffalo as Lamar Jackson's availability raises questions about Baltimore's playoff hopes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bf07ff311a5ed8b6f30c Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg Refuses to Change 1 Thing About Himself te 2026-10-30T16:00:07.893Z Warriors’ Yaxel Lendeborg Refuses to Change 1 Thing About Himself Yaxel Lendeborg has a clear answer for fans debating his interviews, and Draymond Green had something to say too. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bcb4ff311a5ed8b6f29f The silent majority problem and why campaign pollsters keep 'fighting the last war' on elections te 2026-10-30T15:50:12.824Z The silent majority problem and why campaign pollsters keep 'fighting the last war' on elections Ninety years ago, on Oct. 31, 1936, Literary Digest, which had correctly forecast presidential election winners since 1916, predicted that Alf Landon would beat Franklin Delano Roosevelt in the upcoming election. Roosevelt won handily. The Digest’s poll surveyed 10 million people via postcard, using telephone books and car registration lists for the information. Even though almost 2.4 million people responded — an impressive response rate — the misleading sample provided inaccurate results. Literary Digest folded shortly afterward. Two years later, in 1938, Gallup started tracking presidential approval ratings. Even so, polls remained far from perfect. In 1948, the Chicago Daily Tribune’s embarrassing front-page declaration "Dewey Defeats Truman" stemmed in part from a misuse of polling. The paper relied on earlier polls that did not reflect the Election Day reality in making its prediction. As the science of polling improved over time, campaign pros began to rely on pollsters. John F. Kennedy was the first president to be strongly associated with a polling firm, as he used Lou Harris and the Harris organization's polls in his 1960 campaign for president. LEE CARTER: AMERICA IS ANGRY AT EVERYONE — BUT WHO WILL ACTUALLY VOTE? In the 1970s, we witnessed the rise of the celebrity pollsters: Pat Caddell for Jimmy Carter, Richard Wirthlin for Ronald Reagan, and Stan Greeberg and Dick Morris for Bill Clinton. These pollsters were successful but not infallible. Caddell, for instance, was largely responsible for Carter's 1979 "Crisis of Confidence" speech. He misjudged the public mood, and Carter’s "malaise speech" became one of the most disastrous presidential speeches of all time. Morris, for his part, had a tempestuous relationship with Bill Clinton. They once reportedly came to blows while Morris was advising Clinton during his time as governor of Arkansas. Morris was initially on the outs and Greenberg in charge of polls when Clinton won the 1992 election. But Morris secretly came back and started advising Clinton after the Democrats lost control of Congress in the 1994 "Republican Revolution." Morris even had a code name — "Charlie" — to keep his identity secret from the more liberal White House staff, which resented Morris’ pushing of Clinton to the center. Morris would poll everything, even where Clinton should go on vacation. When Clinton left office after two terms in 2000, he had survived the Monica Lewinsky scandal — despite polls showing that Americans strongly disapproved of Clinton's behavior. The most important number for Clinton was the Gallup approval rating. He left office at 66%, one of the highest outgoing figures in history. 21st-century presidents would be thrilled to get approval ratings anywhere near Clinton's final number. George W. Bush hit 86% after the 9/11 terror attacks, but that did not last. For the most part, the "low and steady" phenomenon has meant that presidents in this century have struggled to get about 50% approval. TRUMP VS HISTORY: HOW PRESIDENT'S POLL NUMBERS COMPARE TO BIDEN, OBAMA, BUSH AHEAD OF MIDTERMS Still, the polling mishaps have continued. In 2004, exit polls predicted a win for John Kerry over George W. Bush. Campaign adviser Bob Shrum even said to Kerry on Election Day, "Can I be the first to call you, Mr. President?" The exit polls were wrong, and Bush won a second term. In 2012, Mitt Romney’s campaign wrongly thought it was headed for victory when its pollster made overly optimistic weighting assumptions. The turnout model incorrectly assumed that Barack Obama would not generate the same level of youth and minority turnout that he had in 2008. LIZ PEEK: FIVE REASONS REPUBLICANS COULD DEFY THE POLLS AND SHOCK DEMOCRATS ON ELECTION DAY Polling took another big hit in 2016, when pollsters confidently predicted that Hillary Clinton would defeat Donald Trump. She didn't, and the pollsters’ justification that they had the popular vote right but got the election result wrong did not help matters. In our current midterm elections, we have seen a new wrinkle. Partisan polls overstated progressive support in the primaries, skewing the results and causing some candidates to drop out in the face of the inaccurate data. This latest mishap reinforces the lesson that polling often fails, although rarely in the same way twice. DEMOCRATS FURIOUS AFTER POLLSTER BOOSTING FAR-LEFT CANDIDATES ADMITS FABRICATING SURVEYS: ‘ABSOLUTE SCUMBAGS’ While technology and the science of polling are much better today than in 1936, the improvements complicate matters further. While nearly everyone has a phone, they also have caller ID and don't answer calls from unfamiliar numbers. Response rates shrink, increasing the size of the "silent majority." In this new environment, human modeling decisions ironically become more, not less, important. Polling errors come not from new techniques or technologies but from imperfect human decisions about how to deploy the new technologies. In making those decisions, pollsters can overreact to what went wrong beforehand. In this, pollsters are like generals, often fighting the last war. In the end, polls are more accurate as snapshots of opinion rather than predictors of behavior, specifically, who will actually submit a ballot. This means that whatever the polls say, the public should be wary. To borrow from the psalms, put not your trust in polls, and get out and vote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bcb3ff311a5ed8b6f296 College football coaching carousel could explode as Lincoln Riley and Deion Sanders face mounting pressure te 2026-10-30T15:50:11.337Z College football coaching carousel could explode as Lincoln Riley and Deion Sanders face mounting pressure So, you thought this would be an average coaching carousel compared to previous years? If history is any indication, it only takes one domino to fall in college football for the chaos to begin. After Maryland decided to fire coach Mike Locksley, we now have three openings in college football (NC State, Baylor) before a weekend slate of games that could trigger further discussions on a number of coaches that are teetering on the edge. But, as we've all seen over the past year, the financial aspect of making moves in this current climate of college athletics will also play a pivotal role in what this carousel looks like as we head down the final stretch of the regular season. COLLEGE FOOTBALL'S JERRY JONES? TEXAS TECH BOOSTER CODY CAMPBELL DEMANDS RETURN ON INVESTMENT Also, the situation in Tallahassee continues to be in flux, with the Florida State administration pleading with fans to show up for the student-athletes, with no mention of head coach Mike Norvell in their statement earlier this week. There are a number of folks around the Seminoles program that would prefer not paying a reported $50 million buyout, and potentially allocating those funds towards piecing a competitive roster for the 2027 season. FLORIDA STATE FIRES AD MICHAEL ALFORD, AS MIKE NORVELL’S SEAT REACHES A BOILING POINT IN TALLAHASSEE Here are two of the more intriguing situations currently taking place across college football, that could lead to a number of dominos falling. So, let's take a look at where we are, after speaking with multiple sources across the country. After losing to Wisconsin last weekend, with a disastrous effort on offense, folks around the USC program are starting to wonder what the future holds for the Trojans head coach that made it clear this week he wants to remain in Los Angeles. Well sure, a lot of coaches would love to keep their jobs at schools that are described as 'premier' in the sport. For Lincoln Riley, the ongoing chatter among those within the industry is that if USC were to lose to a backup quarterback from Ohio State on Saturday, the situation could turn very quick. LINCOLN RILEY ADDRESSES USC FUTURE SPECULATION AHEAD OF HUGE OHIO STATE SHOWDOWN Remember, athletic director Jen Cohen did not hire Lincoln. As we previously reported on this matter, there have already been questions as to whether Riley could find himself an escape hatch that opens back up in his home state of Texas. We all know he's a competitor, but leaving USC for a return to the Big 12 at a school like Baylor might not be the worst thing for a head coach who is hanging on by a thread at his current employer. Also, what about a school like TCU, if they were to move on from Sonny Dykes? The reported $70 million buyout for Lincoln Riley could be mitigated if he were to take another job within college football, so that number could actually drop, though it would be interesting to see by how much. Yes, the USC head coach can say all of the right things about how much he loves his job, and that he's had opportunities to leave Los Angeles in the past. But, there is a real possibility that if USC were to lose on Saturday night, another two losses could be on the way against Indiana and UCLA. And, pay attention to what happens if Lincoln were to be fired in regard to who could potentially be a top candidate. There are a lot of folks wondering if Kalen DeBoer would enjoy getting the band back together with his former athletic director, Jen Cohen at USC. OK, the honeymoon period ended two years ago for Coach Prime in Boulder. Remember when Deion Sanders dared the media to write the truth about what was taking place at Colorado? Yea, I don't imagine he thought that one through. DEION SANDERS DARED THE MEDIA TO WRITE THE TRUTH ABOUT COLORADO FOOTBALL: OK, IT'S TIME TO END THIS CHARADE It was the 2024 season that gave Colorado fans something to savor, thanks in large part to Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, along with a group of teammates who bought into what Coach Prime was instilling within Boulder. Then came a 3-9 season in 2025, followed by a squad that is currently 2-5 after additional collapses over the past few weeks. MAHJONG IS THE NEW TAILGATE GAME TAKING OVER COLLEGE FOOTBALL FOR WOMEN — AND EVEN AT HOME WITH HEAD COACHES Deion has spent more time getting into arguments with local media over the last two seasons than actually promoting his program. He thought things would go a different way after Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter left, with recruits and portal stars wanting to flock towards Colorado. What we've seen since has been abysmal. Would athletic director Fernando Lovo be able to garner enough support to justify paying Deion Sanders somewhere around $25 million to go away? We might find that part out sooner rather than later, especially if the Buffaloes were to lose again this weekend to Kansas State. The celebrities are no longer showing up and the patience has run out in Boulder. But, would Deion leave on his own, or force Colorado to pay his buyout while knowing it could become contentious? There are a number of jobs around college football that could be forced open over the next month, as we enter a potential wild month of November and the end of the regular season. Stay tuned to OutKick for the latest. Let me know what you think. Email me your thoughts at Trey.Wallace@Outkick.com Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bcb1ff311a5ed8b6f28d Two Maine high school girls ask federal officials to intervene over transgender soccer player te 2026-10-30T15:50:09.833Z Two Maine high school girls ask federal officials to intervene over transgender soccer player Two Maine high school girls plan to ask federal officials to intervene over a transgender soccer player’s participation on an opposing team, alleging the state’s eligibility rules have denied them fair competition and hurt their teams’ results. The player scored or assisted on roughly half of South Portland High School’s goals this season, according to a draft Title IX complaint prepared by Alliance Defending Freedom, provided to OutKick. A scoring chart supplied for the planned complaint credits the athlete with 15 goals and 10 assists. ADF plans to submit the complaint Monday, Nov. 2, to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights on behalf of Reagan Wilson, a junior at Fryeburg Academy, and Morgan Clark, a junior and varsity soccer captain at Windham High School. The draft has not yet been filed. "Despite all their hard work and discipline, Reagan and Morgan may be denied the thrill of victory because Maine lets males with inherent biological advantages compete on girls’ teams," the draft states. WHAT THE SCOTUS TITLE IX RULING COULD MEAN FOR LAWSUITS SEEKING DAMAGES FOR WOMEN IMPACTED BY TRANS ATHLETES "Reagan and Morgan urge OCR to step in, stop this violation of federal law, and protect the right of women and girls to compete on a level playing field." The complaint would target the Maine Department of Education, Maine Principals’ Association, South Portland School Department and Windham Raymond School District. It asks federal officials to investigate and require changes to eligibility policies, along with remedies for alleged past violations. The allegations center on a freshman who identifies as female and joined South Portland’s girls’ varsity soccer team this fall. The supplied chart credits the athlete with three goals in South Portland’s 7-0 season-opening victory over Portland, both goals in a 2-0 win over Gorham and two goals and two assists in a 9-0 victory over Biddeford. It also lists three assists in a 6-1 win over Noble and a goal in a 4-1 victory over Falmouth. The chart includes results through South Portland’s Oct. 27 playoff victory and lists an Oct. 30 matchup against Scarborough as upcoming. The source who supplied the document said it would be updated before Monday’s filing if the athlete scores additional playoff goals. South Portland’s improvement has also drawn attention in local sports coverage. The Portland Press Herald reported that the team finished 2025 with a 3-9-2 record and reached 11-2-2 after winning its first regional quarterfinal in program history Oct. 27. Wilson’s team lost to South Portland in an Aug. 29 match, according to the draft. Clark’s Windham team played South Portland to a 1-1 tie Oct. 1, a result the complaint alleges lowered Windham’s ranking. Both girls intend to play varsity soccer next year and expect to face the athlete again, their attorneys say. Wilson’s experience extends beyond soccer. The draft says she previously competed against a transgender runner who won the 2024 Western Maine Conference cross-country championship. It also alleges her indoor track team’s standing suffered when a transgender athlete won the girls’ pole vault at the 2025 state championships. The attorneys describe those earlier competitions as evidence that Maine officials knew about the effects of their policies, although those events are not themselves the subject of this complaint. At the center of the legal challenge is the Maine Principals’ Association’s gender identity participation policy. 'SAVE WOMEN'S SPORTS' LEGAL DEFENSE AND TRANS ATHLETE'S ATTORNEYS SPEAK OUT AFTER LANDMARK SCOTUS RULING The draft quotes that policy as allowing a transgender student to compete according to either birth sex or gender identity, "but not both." It also cites language stating that "[n]o medical records or official documents shall be requested or required to establish a student’s gender identity." ADF argues that the policy fails to preserve equal athletic opportunities for female students. "Under the policy, biological males can win not only in the male category but also in the female category, expanding opportunities for male athletes at the expense of female athletes," the draft states. Maine officials have defended participation based on gender identity under the Maine Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination on that basis. The association previously said it would continue following state law despite Trump’s executive order restricting transgender participation in female sports. The draft also invokes the Supreme Court’s June ruling in West Virginia v. B.P.J. , which upheld state restrictions on transgender participation in girls’ and women’s sports. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The court concluded that Title IX permits eligibility rules based on biological sex. However, it expressly left unresolved the separate question of whether schools may allow transgender athletes to compete on female teams — the issue ADF’s planned complaint seeks to challenge in Maine. The planned filing follows a dispute that thrust Maine into national attention in early 2025. After a transgender Greely High School athlete won the girls’ state pole-vault championship, Trump confronted Democratic Gov. Janet Mills at a Feb. 21 White House event and threatened to withhold federal funding unless Maine complied with his sports executive order. Mills said she would follow state and federal law and told Trump, "See you in court." The Justice Department subsequently sued Maine’s education department in April 2025 over transgender participation in girls’ sports. The girls are scheduled to speak Monday at a 10 a.m. press conference at the Capitol Building’s Welcome Center in Augusta, alongside ADF, the Independent Council on Women’s Sports and organizers seeking a 2027 referendum on school sports and facilities. The Protect Girls Sports in Maine committee says it will submit nearly 5,000 additional signatures after its earlier petition fell 532 valid signatures short of qualifying for this year’s ballot. The announcement will come one day before Republican Sen. Susan Collins faces Democratic former state Senate President Troy Jackson in Maine’s Senate election. Collins has supported federal restrictions on transgender participation in female sports. Jackson voted in 2023 to reject proposed state restrictions and answered "No" in an April questionnaire asking whether he supported a transgender sports ban and dismantling other Maine Human Rights Act protections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bcafff311a5ed8b6f27c Houston Grand Jury Indicts ICE Agent on Charges of Ramming Man in Chase te 2026-10-30T15:50:07.048Z Houston Grand Jury Indicts ICE Agent on Charges of Ramming Man in Chase The agent is facing charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, officials said Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bcadff311a5ed8b6f261 Ken Paxton's 'Dangerous' Midterms Strategy Could Backfire, Experts Warn te 2026-10-30T15:50:05.491Z Ken Paxton's 'Dangerous' Midterms Strategy Could Backfire, Experts Warn Experts told Newsweek that Ken Paxton keeping a low profile in the final days of the Texas Senate campaign could hurt his chances. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4bcabff311a5ed8b6f258 Trump Admin Slaps Visa Restrictions on Migrant Caravan Organizers te 2026-10-30T15:50:03.748Z Trump Admin Slaps Visa Restrictions on Migrant Caravan Organizers The administration slapped visa restrictions on more than 15 people accused of "organizing" and "facilitating" migrant caravans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba5eff311a5ed8b6f1f9 Former Patient Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Senator Marshall te 2026-10-30T15:40:14.011Z Former Patient Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Senator Marshall The Republican sued more than 700 patients during his former career as a physician. The suit accuses him of charging illegally high interest rates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba5cff311a5ed8b6f1e2 Jalen Brunson Wins Major Award in Philadelphia, of All Places te 2026-10-30T15:40:12.314Z Jalen Brunson Wins Major Award in Philadelphia, of All Places Jalen Brunson’s latest honor comes from the city whose team he just beat, and the banquet venue adds another twist. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba5aff311a5ed8b6f1d9 The Hidden Work (and Sweat) Powering AI Productivity te 2026-10-30T15:40:10.851Z The Hidden Work (and Sweat) Powering AI Productivity AI Impact looks at hidden AI cleanup work, product pages built for bots and where automation still needs human judgment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba58ff311a5ed8b6f1d0 Packers' Josh Jacobs Adamantly Denies TD Celebration Theory Involving Handcuffs te 2026-10-30T15:40:08.856Z Packers' Josh Jacobs Adamantly Denies TD Celebration Theory Involving Handcuffs Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs vehemently denied that his touchdown celebration was mimicking himself in handcuffs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba57ff311a5ed8b6f1c7 Arch Manning Ranked Outside of Top-5 QBs on Mel Kiper Jr's 2027 Draft Board te 2026-10-30T15:40:07.011Z Arch Manning Ranked Outside of Top-5 QBs on Mel Kiper Jr's 2027 Draft Board ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. placed Texas quarterback Arch Manning behind five college quarterbacks who could go pro next season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba55ff311a5ed8b6f1be BKTHERULA: The N5ON Revolution te 2026-10-30T15:40:05.130Z BKTHERULA: The N5ON Revolution Explore BKTHERULA's genre-blurring sonic evolution, creative process behind N5ON, and her "Level Five" philosophy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ba53ff311a5ed8b6f1b5 Panthers Make Major Coaching Moves After 'TNF' Loss to Packers te 2026-10-30T15:40:03.243Z Panthers Make Major Coaching Moves After 'TNF' Loss to Packers The Carolina Panthers announced coaching staff changes following Thursday's 27-19 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b7ffff311a5ed8b6f158 Matt Robertson hauls in 20-pound bag to lead The Champions after Day 1 on Old Hickory Lake te 2026-10-30T15:30:07.178Z Matt Robertson hauls in 20-pound bag to lead The Champions after Day 1 on Old Hickory Lake NASHVILLE — Old Hickory Lake isn't handing out many favors this week. But apparently nobody told Matt Robertson. The Bassmaster Elite Series pro hauled in a five-fish limit weighing an impressive 20 pounds Thursday to take the lead after Day 1 of The Champions, a historic tournament pitting 30 Bassmaster anglers against 30 Major League Fishing pros for a record $3.25 million purse and a whopping $1.25 million first-place prize. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS And on a lake that's been downright stingy for much of the field, Robertson made it look almost easy. "It was a pretty good day. A little rough, but once we got to where we wanted to go, it happened pretty quick," Robertson told OutKick OutDoors after Thursday's weigh-in. "Caught two real quick, and then I started wanting to run around, but I just made myself sit there and grind it out. And yeah, we caught us a little bag today." A little bag, indeed. Robertson's 20-pound haul put him 4 pounds, 9 ounces ahead of second-place Fisher Anaya, who finished Thursday with 15 pounds, 7 ounces. MLF's Michael Neal sits third at 13-09, followed by Bob Downey (13-07) and Bryant Smith (13-03). Anaya, meanwhile, had to work for his five-fish limit. "Oh, it was tough, but it was fun," the Bassmaster rookie told OutKick OutDoors. "We caught three big ones, got two babies, but I think it's enough to kind of settle me in for tomorrow, so I ain't got to catch much." But as the anglers hit the water again Friday morning, Thursday's leaderboard offers no guarantees. One of the biggest wild cards heading into Day 2 is the tournament's restriction on forward-facing sonar, commonly known as LiveScope. Anglers can use the technology on either Thursday or Friday, but not both. That means competitors who relied on their electronics to locate fish on Day 1 must go without them Friday, while those who saved their sonar day could have an advantage. BASS FISHING'S BIGGEST STARS BATTLE FOR RECORD $1.25 MILLION PAYDAY IN HISTORIC NASHVILLE SHOWDOWN And that's where the top two anglers find themselves in very different situations. Anaya used LiveScope on Thursday, meaning he'll have to fish without it Friday. "It's going to make it tougher," Anaya acknowledged. But with the field narrowing to 15 anglers for Championship Saturday, he's more concerned about catching enough weight to survive the cut. "I think I'm going to need about anywhere from 5 to 7 pounds to make the cut," he said. "So that's what we're going to swing for. Hopefully, we catch them better than that. But we'll see." Robertson, on the other hand, caught his tournament-leading bag without forward-facing sonar. That means he still has the option to use it Friday. Not that he's particularly interested. "We didn't use no LiveScope today. We'll have it tomorrow, but not really planning on using it," Robertson said. "So try to catch us one or two tomorrow and call her good." And Robertson's successful Thursday has apparently attracted some attention. After traveling through a navigation lock to fish beyond Old Hickory Dam on Day 1, Robertson headed back in that direction Friday morning — this time with several other anglers following him toward the lock. So yeah, the secret is out about that little honey hole. The stakes extend well beyond the two anglers at the top. Only the top 15 competitors after Friday's weigh-in will advance to Championship Saturday, when weights reset to zero and the remaining anglers battle for the $1.25 million grand prize. And with much of the field struggling to find quality bites on Old Hickory, there's very little room for error. After Thursday's competition, Team Stars (Bassmaster) held eight of the top 15 positions, while Team Stripes (MLF) claimed seven. That advantage could easily change Friday as anglers adjust to the sonar restrictions and the difficult conditions. Reigning Bassmaster Angler of the Year Trey McKinney is among those facing a particularly tense second day. He finished Thursday in 16th place with 11 pounds, 1 ounce — just a single ounce behind Takahiro Omori, who currently occupies the final qualifying position. And while Robertson has built himself a comfortable cushion, the race to make Saturday's final is considerably tighter. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Friday's weigh-in begins at 4 p.m. CT at Sanders Ferry Park in Hendersonville, where the Champions Cup team winner will be determined and the final 15 anglers will punch their tickets to Saturday's championship round. OutKick OutDoors is on the ground at Old Hickory Lake, bringing readers exclusive interviews, tournament updates and behind-the-scenes coverage of the richest competition in professional bass fishing. Follow OutKick OutDoors on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube for exclusive interviews, video highlights and coverage of The Champions all weekend long. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5c4ff311a5ed8b6f0f5 Unions Sue Justice Department Over Attempt to Intervene in California’s Vote te 2026-10-30T15:20:36.300Z Unions Sue Justice Department Over Attempt to Intervene in California’s Vote The complaint was filed a day after the Trump administration issued a flurry of threats and subpoenas to local officials, claiming it was part of an effort to stop voting by undocumented immigrants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5c3ff311a5ed8b6f0ec Trump Adds Midterm Rallies in Kansas and Iowa After Initially Canceling Events te 2026-10-30T15:20:35.022Z Trump Adds Midterm Rallies in Kansas and Iowa After Initially Canceling Events The whiplash over the president’s schedule comes as polls show Republicans in danger of losing seats, including in areas Mr. Trump won handily in 2024. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5c1ff311a5ed8b6f0e3 Joanna Wietrzyk Reveals Why She Carried On Racing As She Makes Hyrox Return te 2026-10-30T15:20:33.522Z Joanna Wietrzyk Reveals Why She Carried On Racing As She Makes Hyrox Return Joanna Wietrzyk admitted she put others at risk after suffering bowel incontinence during a Hyrox event in Beijing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5c0ff311a5ed8b6f0da Map Reveals Best Places To Retire in US in 2026 te 2026-10-30T15:20:32.110Z Map Reveals Best Places To Retire in US in 2026 Affordability and comfort come first for retirees wanting to live out their golden years, and a Michigan city has it all. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5beff311a5ed8b6f0d1 AI Is Turning Businesses Into Soulless Content Factories | Opinion te 2026-10-30T15:20:30.432Z AI Is Turning Businesses Into Soulless Content Factories | Opinion The danger is a company using AI to generate content, and mistaking a high volume of output for a compelling identity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5bcff311a5ed8b6f0c8 Christa Pike Reveals Agony One Month After Surviving Execution Attempt te 2026-10-30T15:20:28.953Z Christa Pike Reveals Agony One Month After Surviving Execution Attempt Pike has said there has not been a moment since the failed execution attempt that she has not been in pain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5bbff311a5ed8b6f0bf America’s Traffic Problem Is a Responsibility Problem | Opinion te 2026-10-30T15:20:27.616Z America’s Traffic Problem Is a Responsibility Problem | Opinion Drivers of larger vehicles can cause greater harm in crashes. One motorcyclist argues road safety needs a new philosophy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5baff311a5ed8b6f0b6 Chiefs Urged to Reunite With Veteran WR in Intriguing Move te 2026-10-30T15:20:26.185Z Chiefs Urged to Reunite With Veteran WR in Intriguing Move The Kansas City Chiefs are being urged to bring back wide receiver Marquise Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5b8ff311a5ed8b6f0ad Bears Linked to Trade for Star TE After Blockbuster Jeffery Simmons Deal te 2026-10-30T15:20:24.758Z Bears Linked to Trade for Star TE After Blockbuster Jeffery Simmons Deal The Chicago Bears are being linked to Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert with the trade deadline almost here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5b7ff311a5ed8b6f0a4 Giants Named Top Trade Destination for Former First-Round Pick WR te 2026-10-30T15:20:23.323Z Giants Named Top Trade Destination for Former First-Round Pick WR The New York Giants are being connected to Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston ahead of the trade deadline. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5b5ff311a5ed8b6f09b Lions New Running Back Trade Target Emerges Ahead of Deadline te 2026-10-30T15:20:21.788Z Lions New Running Back Trade Target Emerges Ahead of Deadline The Detroit Lions are being linked to Arizona Cardinals running back Tyler Allgeier with the trade deadline approaching. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5b4ff311a5ed8b6f092 Peltola Calls Alaska Drama Nonsense as Governor Issues Certification Warning te 2026-10-30T15:20:20.122Z Peltola Calls Alaska Drama Nonsense as Governor Issues Certification Warning The DOJ is using allegations against Peltola as a “distraction” to keep its “meritless” lawsuit pending, the Democrat’s team said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5b2ff311a5ed8b6f089 Rays Urged to Make Blockbuster Trade for Superstar SS After World Series Loss te 2026-10-30T15:20:18.188Z Rays Urged to Make Blockbuster Trade for Superstar SS After World Series Loss The Tampa Bay Rays are being urged to trade for Cincinnati Reds superstar Elly De La Cruz during this offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5b0ff311a5ed8b6f080 Jordan Love Reacts to Christian Watson Being 'Resurrected' in Packers' Win te 2026-10-30T15:20:16.730Z Jordan Love Reacts to Christian Watson Being 'Resurrected' in Packers' Win Packers quarterback Jordan Love reacted to Christian Watson's return from the hospital for his team's "TNF" win over the Panthers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5afff311a5ed8b6f077 The Greatest Risk in Uncertain Times May Be Refusing to Act | Opinion te 2026-10-30T15:20:15.155Z The Greatest Risk in Uncertain Times May Be Refusing to Act | Opinion A responsible decision does not require perfect confidence, but enough reliable information to understand the available choices. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5adff311a5ed8b6f06e Christian Watson Addresses Painful Injury He Suffered in Packers' 'TNF' Win te 2026-10-30T15:20:13.695Z Christian Watson Addresses Painful Injury He Suffered in Packers' 'TNF' Win Packers receiver Christian Watson revealed details of his hospital visit and the painful injury he suffered in his team's win. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5acff311a5ed8b6f065 Former Jets HC Interested in Open Big Ten Job te 2026-10-30T15:20:12.145Z Former Jets HC Interested in Open Big Ten Job A former NFL head coach for the Jets and Bills is interested in a Big Ten job that came open this week in college football. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5aaff311a5ed8b6f05c Draymond Green Cussing Out Yaxel Lendeborg Gets Surprising Response te 2026-10-30T15:20:10.477Z Draymond Green Cussing Out Yaxel Lendeborg Gets Surprising Response Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg explains what Draymond Green told him and what Steph Curry did that left him stunned. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5a8ff311a5ed8b6f053 Kyrie Irving Eyeing Heat but 1 Thing Could Delay Any Move te 2026-10-30T15:20:08.794Z Kyrie Irving Eyeing Heat but 1 Thing Could Delay Any Move Kyrie Irving’s reported interest in the Heat comes with a twist, and Erik Spoelstra’s view of him is only part of it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5a7ff311a5ed8b6f04a Packers Given Sobering Reality Check After 'TNF' Win Over Panthers te 2026-10-30T15:20:07.056Z Packers Given Sobering Reality Check After 'TNF' Win Over Panthers An ESPN analyst remains unsold on the Green Bay Packers despite Thursday's win over the Carolina Panthers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5a5ff311a5ed8b6f041 Evacuations From Besieged Melania Trump-Brokered Ceasefire City Begin te 2026-10-30T15:20:05.323Z Evacuations From Besieged Melania Trump-Brokered Ceasefire City Begin A truce, brokered by first lady Melania Trump, went into effect at 3 a.m. local time Tuesday and will expire late Sunday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b5a3ff311a5ed8b6f038 Kings HC Doug Christie Avoids Hot Seat for 1 Key Reason: Report te 2026-10-30T15:20:03.266Z Kings HC Doug Christie Avoids Hot Seat for 1 Key Reason: Report Doug Christie’s job status after the Kings’ 0-5 start comes down to something out of his control, per a team source. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b34fff311a5ed8b6efdf Clancy father targeted in alleged wiretap as medical lawsuits hint at strategy split: cops te 2026-10-30T15:10:07.558Z Clancy father targeted in alleged wiretap as medical lawsuits hint at strategy split: cops A true crime influencer has been charged with wiretapping after police say she secretly recorded Patrick Clancy's father when he accidentally answered her call, then posted the recording to Instagram. Shawna Gramkow, who operates several true crime accounts on social media and boasts a following of more than 50,000, was charged with felony unlawful wiretapping on Oct. 20 in relation to an incident that happened on Sept. 4 involving Patrick Clancy's father, Christopher Clancy, police said in an incident report obtained by Fox News Digital. Police said Gramkow posted a video to Instagram on Aug. 30 of herself calling a phone number she claimed belonged to Patrick Clancy after Lindsay Clancy's attorney, Kevin Reddington, read the number aloud during the murder trial. LINDSAY CLANCY MURDER TRIAL BECOMES SOCIAL MEDIA OBSESSION AS TIKTOKERS, SLEUTHS DEBATE CONTROVERSIAL CASE "So, you guys voted and Patrick said yes. So, at the trial Kevin Reddington released Patrick's phone number and one of y'all decided to give him a call. Now on this particular call, Patrick's dad was still on the line, he was kind of mumbling still on the phone, I guess he didn't know that the phone was still going," she said in the video, police wrote in the incident report. In the video, the detective said, an adult male can be heard speaking, though he was unable to make out what was being said. When Christopher Clancy reported the incident to law enforcement on Sept. 4, he told police he believed the voice was his and came from a phone call he received on Aug. 6. PATRICK CLANCY IN HIS OWN WORDS: TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM GRIEVING FATHER'S FIRST INTERVIEW Christopher Clancy said he accidentally answered the call, which came from an unfamiliar number, instead of declining it. Police allege Gramkow recorded the conversation without his consent, saying he was talking about his oldest son Brian. "Mr. Clancy recalls while driving in the Town of Scituate sometime around August 6th, 2026 he received a phone call from a telephone number he did not recognize. Instead of declining the incoming call; he believes he accidently answered, creating an open line of communication for the unknown calling party who proceeded to record Mr. Clancy's comments without his knowledge or consent. Mr. Clancy recognized some of his comments as being in regard to his eldest son Brian," police wrote. While Massachusetts officials have charged Gramkow with wiretapping, officials in Florida confirmed she hasn't been arrested. Fox News Digital reached out to Gramkow for comment. In a Facebook video that did not specifically address the charges, Gramkow said the "allegations are false. And easy to prove." "And yes I got all the 'Dirty Deets,'" she wrote. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The charges come amid an apparent split in legal strategy between Patrick and Lindsay Clancy in their separate lawsuits against her medical providers. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS During a hearing Wednesday in Norfolk County Superior Court, attorney Howard Cooper said he expects Lindsay Clancy to testify in a lawsuit filed by her ex-husband, Patrick Clancy, against her healthcare providers. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "We believe that Lindsay Clancy, once her Fifth Amendment issues are resolved one way or the other, will testify that she told these defendants explicitly that she had homicidal ideation, that she was worried about something awful happening to her kids," Cooper said in court. SEND US A TIP In a statement obtained by Fox News Digital, Reddington said his client has never said she'll testify, adding that she never told her healthcare providers that she had homicidal thoughts toward her children. "It has come to my attention that counsel for Patrick Clancy represented to the court in his civil case that my client, Lindsay Clancy, will testify about statements she made to her healthcare providers," Reddington said. "Lindsay Clancy never told any of her healthcare providers that she harbored homicidal ideation toward her children. She never indicated that she intended to testify in Mr. Clancy's lawsuit, and no one acting for her ever represented that she would." LINDSAY CLANCY HIRES KAREN READ ATTORNEY FOR HIGH-STAKES DOUBLE JEOPARDY FIGHT AFTER MURDER MISTRIAL "Mr. Clancy's counsel does not speak for Lindsay Clancy," he added. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Lindsay Clancy faced three counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her children, who were found strangled at the family's home in January 2023. Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial on Friday, Sept. 4, after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict, ending in an 11-1 divide. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b34cff311a5ed8b6efd3 Pelosi Calls Mamdani’s and El-Sayed’s Stances on Israel ‘Wrong’ te 2026-10-30T15:10:04.221Z Pelosi Calls Mamdani’s and El-Sayed’s Stances on Israel ‘Wrong’ She criticized Zohran Mamdani, the New York mayor, and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the Democrat in the Michigan Senate race, over their refusal to endorse a Jewish state. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b34aff311a5ed8b6efca In Dueling Health Messages, Democrats Focus on Cost and Republicans on Fraud te 2026-10-30T15:10:02.587Z In Dueling Health Messages, Democrats Focus on Cost and Republicans on Fraud After concentrating on the high price of gas and groceries, Democrats are using health costs to make their case about an “affordability crisis.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b0f7ff311a5ed8b6ef76 Death row killer Christa Pike describes waking up after execution she never expected to survive te 2026-10-30T15:00:07.642Z Death row killer Christa Pike describes waking up after execution she never expected to survive Death row inmate Christa Pike is speaking out one month after surviving Tennessee's attempt to execute her, saying she remains in constant pain and had never contemplated a life beyond the night she expected to die. Pike, 50, described her condition in a statement dictated to her legal team and released Friday. "One month ago on September 30, I walked into the execution chamber at Riverbend men’s prison prepared to die," Pike said. "I had made my peace." CHRISTA PIKE'S ATTORNEYS SAY SHE'S IN CRITICAL CONDITION AFTER BOTCHED LETHAL INJECTIONS Pike said she thanked those who had supported her through the years and told those who were there to witness her execution that she was "leaving them in loving kindness." "Several days later I woke up alone in a hospital confused and in pain," Pike said. "There hasn't been a moment since that night when I haven't been in pain. My body hurts. My arms hurt. My hands hurt. My throat hurts. I still struggle to speak. And the pain isn't just physical. There is pain in my mind and in my soul." CHRISTA PIKE NOW CONSCIOUS AND TALKING AFTER SURVIVING 2 DOSES OF LETHAL INJECTION DRUG Pike said she had never considered what her life would look like if she survived the execution. "I had not contemplated life beyond that night, and I’m deeply hurt by the incompetence that has put so many people in this terrible position," she said. "I continue to think about my victim’s family and the terrible pain and loss they have endured." EX-CHIEF SAYS CHRISTA PIKE WAS 'ALMOST GIDDY' DESCRIBING MURDER AS GOVERNOR WEIGHS IN AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION Pike was sentenced to death for the 1995 murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer, a fellow participant in a federal Job Corps program in Knoxville. Her statement comes two days after Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said Pike remains incarcerated under state law and signaled that her death sentence is unlikely to change. CHRISTA PIKE IS BACK BEHIND BARS AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION, BUT HER ULTIMATE SENTENCE FACES A NEW TEST Pike's attorneys have called on Lee to commute her death sentence to life without parole after the failed execution. Pike said Friday that she is recovering but remains in the infirmary at the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center, where she has been largely isolated from other people. CHRISTA PIKE DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL, RETURNED TO PRISON AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION, ATTORNEYS SAY "I am recovering, and I know that I am getting stronger," Pike said. "But healing is not the same as being okay." "Since that night, I have been largely isolated in the prison’s medical ward, away from other people and the human connections that mean so much to me," she continued. "That isolation brings its own kind of pain. I spent 28 years in solitary confinement and much of what I am experiencing today is a repeat of that condition." CHRISTA PIKE'S ATTORNEY SAYS SHE'S 'UP AND WALKING' MORE THAN A WEEK AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Pike survived Tennessee's attempt to execute her by lethal injection on Sept. 30 after receiving two doses of pentobarbital and was rushed to a hospital. She remained unconscious for days, and her attorneys at one point believed she was brain-dead and expected her to be taken off life support. Pike later regained consciousness and was discharged from the hospital before being returned to prison. DEATH ROW INMATE UNCONSCIOUS ON VENTILATOR AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION FOR TEEN’S KILLING: ATTORNEYS Her attorneys subsequently said she was able to walk and speak in full sentences. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Pike's survival renewed a decades-long fight over her death sentence and whether Tennessee could attempt to execute her again. CHRISTA PIKE’S BOTCHED LETHAL INJECTION TAKES FOCUS OFF VICTIM, JEOPARDIZES EXECUTION: FORMER POLICE CHIEF CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB She was 18 when she, her 17-year-old boyfriend, Tadaryl Shipp, and 19-year-old Shadolla Peterson were charged in Slemmer's killing. All four were participating in Job Corps at the time. SEND US A TIP The three took Slemmer to a secluded area on the University of Tennessee's Knoxville campus, where her throat was cut multiple times, she was struck in the head with a large piece of asphalt and a pentagram was carved into her chest. GOT A TIP? Pike later confessed to her role in the killing. She was convicted and sentenced to death in 1996, and the Tennessee Supreme Court later affirmed her convictions and sentence. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Following the failed execution, Lee halted Tennessee's remaining executions for the year and ordered an independent review of what went wrong. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Pike said Friday that she is still trying to understand why she survived. "I don't know why I survived that night. I don't know what comes next," she said. "Some days, finding hope is harder than others. For now, I am trying to heal, one day at a time. And I am holding on to the love and kindness of so many people who have reminded me that I am not alone." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4b0f5ff311a5ed8b6ef6d Pope Leo makes history in US election with move confirmed by Vatican te 2026-10-30T15:00:05.956Z Pope Leo makes history in US election with move confirmed by Vatican American-born Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope ever to vote in a U.S. election. The Holy See Press Office confirmed to Fox News Digital on Friday that Leo, born Robert Francis Prevost and the first American-born pope in the Catholic Church's more than 2,000-year history, submitted a mail-in ballot in Illinois. "Pope Leo XIV has exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen, whenever he was eligible to do so," the Holy See Press Office said. "The Holy See Press Office confirms that in keeping with this long-standing practice of civic participation, he has submitted his mail-in ballot in Chicago." "The Holy Father has also confirmed that, during his years of residence in Peru he exercised his right to vote whenever he was eligible to do so," the press office added. "The Holy Father expresses his belief in the right and the duty of citizens to participate in democratic processes." CHICAGO'S 12-LANGUAGE BALLOTS MAKE ELECTIONS 'HARDER TO MONITOR,' ILLINOIS GOP CHAIR WARNS The Will County clerk’s office told the Chicago Sun-Times on Thursday that Leo requested a mail-in ballot on Oct. 3, while the Vatican separately confirmed that the pontiff had submitted his ballot. "Robert Francis Prevost is on the list of individuals who requested a vote by mail ballot for the upcoming election," Kim Fladhammer, Will County clerk’s office chief of staff, told the Chicago Sun-Times. Among the races on Illinois' ballot is the contest for governor, where incumbent Democrat J.B. Pritzker is seeking a third term against Republican Darren Bailey and independent candidate Collin Corbett. The Will County clerk’s office and Pritzker's campaign each did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. POPE LEO XIV SEEN FOR FIRST TIME SINCE LUNG CANCER SURGERY AMID MAJOR RECOVERY MILESTONE "There is no such thing as an absentee ballot in Illinois law anymore. So anyone can vote by mail if they so choose. There is also a law called UOCAVA, The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act that is mostly for the military, but it’s also for U.S. citizens who are overseas," Illinois State Board of Elections spokesman Matt Dietrich told the Chicago Sun-Times. "... Any Illinois registered voter can vote by mail." "Until 2010, it was considered absentee, and you had to have an excuse," Dietrich added. "But that’s all gone away. So that’s obviously what he’s doing." The Vatican announced on Oct. 13 that Leo underwent a procedure at Agostino Gemelli University Hospital in Rome to remove a small tumor on his right lung. Leo’s doctors later confirmed on Oct. 21 that no further cancer treatment is necessary after the pontiff’s lung tumor was removed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ac47ff311a5ed8b6ee45 E. coli outbreak lands 3 in hospital, health officials investigate link to pumpkin patch te 2026-10-30T14:40:07.601Z E. coli outbreak lands 3 in hospital, health officials investigate link to pumpkin patch Three children are in intensive care with E. coli infections as health officials investigate a possible link to a California pumpkin patch that closed just days before Halloween. Five cases of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli infection have been confirmed, potentially originating from Brookshire Farms in San Luis Obispo, according to an Oct. 27 advisory issued by the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department. The suspected exposure period is Oct. 16 through Oct 26. FDA WIDENS CYCLOSPORA OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION TO SIX MORE STATES AS CONFIRMED CASES TOP 6,000 Health officials advise that anyone who visited the pumpkin patch between those dates should monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms. "We are working diligently to identify the source of these infections to protect the health of our community," said County Health Officer Dr. Christy Mulkerin in the news release. "We encourage anyone who may have been exposed and is experiencing symptoms consistent with E. coli infection to seek immediate medical attention." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Typical symptoms of E. Coli include cramping, severe abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea and signs of dehydration, which usually begin within three to 10 days of exposure. Young children under 10 are typically at the highest risk for complications, which can include hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious condition that damages blood cells and can lead to kidney failure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Tyler Evans, an infectious disease physician and founder of Wellness Equity Alliance in California, warned that diarrhea can lead to dehydration and fatigue. "The diarrhea is really the key component here, and the stomach cramps," he told Fox News Digital. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Evans said younger children and older adults can be particularly vulnerable, emphasizing the need to closely watch children younger than 5. Speaking generally about potential exposure routes at pumpkin patches, Evans said E. coli can spread when bacteria from feces reach someone’s mouth. He pointed to potentially contaminated food or water, animal contact and person-to-person transmission as possible transmission routes. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Evans also noted that not all E. coli bacteria cause illness. The confirmed cases in this investigation involve Shiga toxin-producing E. coli. "One of the most effective ways that we can prevent this is washing your hands," the doctor added. The farm has voluntarily closed as a precaution while investigators work to identify the source of the infections, determine whether the cases are connected and assess whether others may be at risk, according to the county health department. Brookshire Farms told Fox News Digital it was reserving comment pending test results from the county health department. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4ac43ff311a5ed8b6ee3a Musk Predicts End of Democracy if Elections Favor Democrats te 2026-10-30T14:40:03.336Z Musk Predicts End of Democracy if Elections Favor Democrats The billionaire megadonor urged voters to ensure that Republicans hold the Senate. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a9f0ff311a5ed8b6eab0 AI-powered cyberattacks fuel 'Black October' fears te 2026-10-30T14:30:08.565Z AI-powered cyberattacks fuel 'Black October' fears Startup founder Colin Parsons woke up to roughly 50 billing notifications he never expected. He reported that his OpenAI and Anthropic accounts had racked up $449 in charges he didn't recognize. It was an expensive surprise that highlights how quickly stolen credentials can become a financial headache. His experience comes as hackers increasingly use artificial intelligence to automate attacks at speeds that leave security teams scrambling. Meanwhile, researchers have uncovered dangerous weaknesses in software that helps power millions of websites. Some cybersecurity professionals are calling this turbulent period "Black October." The name may sound dramatic, but the developments behind it deserve attention. And while many attacks target large organizations, the consequences can eventually reach your personal accounts. Here's what's happening, how AI-powered cyberattacks are changing online security and what you can do to protect yourself. Join our upcoming CyberGuy LIVE class: 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money In this free live online class, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will share five practical ways to protect your trip and your wallet this holiday travel season. You’ll learn how to secure your phone and personal information, find better travel deals, avoid common scams, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Join us Saturday, October 31, at 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT. Register free now at CyberGuyLive.com. BILL GATES SOUNDS ALARM ON AI-POWERED CYBERATTACKS, WARNS OF 'NEGATIVE SURPRISES' WITHIN A YEAR October 2026 has delivered a troubling wave of cybersecurity developments. Hackers have gained access to more powerful tools, while researchers have uncovered serious weaknesses in widely used software. Security professionals are reportedly struggling to keep pace with increasingly automated attacks. Some have started calling the current wave "Black October." The term describes a series of cybersecurity emergencies rather than a single coordinated hacking campaign. The biggest concern is speed. Traditionally, hackers needed significant time and technical expertise to investigate potential targets. They also had to develop attack methods and analyze the information they obtained. Now, AI tools can automate portions of that work. Some can operate continuously and pursue multiple potential targets at once. As a result, companies may have less time to respond when criminals discover a way into their systems. One of the clearest examples comes from Microsoft. On Oct. 21, Microsoft Threat Intelligence revealed that a China-state-aligned hacking group called Storm-0940 had used an AI-powered penetration testing framework called ARTEX. The open-source tool can automate security testing tasks, including investigating networks and identifying potential weaknesses. In the hands of criminals, those capabilities can accelerate attempts to gain unauthorized access. According to Microsoft, the group used ARTEX to target hundreds of organizations across multiple industries. Several attacks resulted in unauthorized privileged access to cloud systems. In multiple cases, attackers reached that level of access in less than three hours. Although many attempts failed, the successful intrusions demonstrate how quickly AI-assisted attacks can unfold. Between Oct. 10 and 14, Microsoft recorded more than 151,000 failed login attempts in one campaign targeting 327 accounts across eight organizations. At its peak on Oct. 11, attackers generated approximately 2,900 failed login attempts per minute. The technique, known as password spraying, involves trying passwords against multiple accounts to identify a working login. Importantly, Microsoft did not observe successful logins during that specific campaign. However, it documented unauthorized access and suspicious activity in other environments associated with the same threat group. Microsoft also connected Storm-0940 to a compromise involving ConnectWise, a company that provides software used by IT service providers. Attackers exploited access associated with ConnectWise cloud applications to attempt entry into customer environments. Some then carried out further activity through Microsoft cloud services, including changes that could help them maintain access. Microsoft cautioned that suspicious access does not automatically mean customer information was stolen. Nevertheless, the activity reveals how AI can help attackers move quickly once they obtain usable credentials. The risks become more personal when you look at what happened to Colin Parsons. Parsons reportedly woke up to roughly 50 notifications about charges involving OpenAI and Anthropic. He reported $281 in unexpected OpenAI usage and another $168 involving Anthropic. Both credentials were associated with OpenCode, an AI coding platform he used. On Oct. 17, OpenCode disclosed a security incident involving its Console service. The company said unauthorized access to a legacy system may have exposed third-party AI provider keys stored by some users. The company reportedly notified affected customers and advised them to revoke their credentials. OpenCode said the incident affected approximately 1.4% of its Console users who had connected external AI providers. The disclosure concerned credentials stored in Console, rather than keys stored locally in OpenCode's desktop or command-line applications. Other users also reported unexpected charges, although the amounts have not been independently verified. OpenCode associated its incident with a large-scale AI model distillation attack, but it has not publicly established exactly how the reported unauthorized usage occurred. The concern is straightforward. If someone obtains a working API key, they may be able to use a paid AI service and generate charges against the account owner's billing arrangement. For people who depend on AI tools for work, that can become expensive before they realize anything has happened. WINDOWS MALWARE USES GROK AI TO HELP STAY HIDDEN, RESEARCHERS SAY While hackers are becoming more capable, AI-assisted security research is also uncovering dangerous weaknesses in software that supports the internet. On Oct. 21, developers released emergency fixes for two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a programming language widely used to operate websites. The vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619, are collectively known as PHP2Shell. Under certain conditions, the flaws could allow attackers to execute malicious code on vulnerable servers without first signing in. Successful exploitation could expose sensitive information or give criminals control over affected systems. The potential impact is enormous because PHP powers roughly 70% of websites whose server-side programming language is known. However, that does not mean 70% of websites were hacked. It also doesn't establish that attackers could successfully compromise every website using PHP. The vulnerabilities affect PHP installations handling web requests, but successfully exploiting them can require complex technical conditions. The situation prompted warnings from U.S. cybersecurity authorities. On Oct. 23, the FBI issued a public alert urging organizations to patch affected systems immediately. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency also called for urgent updates. The PHP project released fixes in versions 8.5.12, 8.4.27, 8.3.36 and 8.2.35. Website administrators running older unsupported versions need to obtain appropriate vendor-supported fixes or migrate to a supported release. Meanwhile, several government organizations in Europe temporarily took websites offline as a precaution. However, the situation became clearer as researchers investigated. On Oct. 23, the Netherlands' National Cyber Security Centre said exploiting the vulnerabilities appeared more complicated than initially feared. The agency lowered its assessment of the likelihood of widespread exploitation. Also on Oct. 23, PHP disclosed a separate vulnerability, CVE-2026-115560, involving an unusual combination of server settings and application code. The project recommended a temporary configuration change while it prepares a fix through its regular release process. Website owners should continue following official PHP security guidance rather than assuming the emergency has completely passed. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike also reported seeing attempted attacks, but said it had not observed successful exploitation of PHP2Shell in its investigations at that point. Other security researchers, including Amazon Threat Intelligence, observed suspicious exploitation attempts beginning before the patches became publicly available. Those attempts remain important even without proof that they successfully compromised real systems. However, new evidence emerged over the following days. On Oct. 24, security researcher Adel Karimi documented successful PHP2Shell exploitation against specially configured test servers, known as honeypots. The attacks launched 35 command shells across three honeypots. Although those findings did not establish how many real-world websites had been compromised, they demonstrated that attackers could successfully exploit the vulnerability under certain conditions. Then, on Oct. 26, CISA added both PHP2Shell vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The designation confirms that federal authorities recognize evidence of active exploitation. It also reinforces the urgency of installing security updates, even though the full extent of attacks against real-world systems remains unclear. There's another side to this story that deserves attention. Artificial intelligence helped researchers investigate the PHP vulnerabilities before the October emergency. According to the PHP Foundation, developers had identified early signs of one underlying problem during a security investigation in 2024. However, the team struggled to develop a reliable solution. Additional research in 2026 exposed the seriousness of the issue. The foundation worked with researchers and used AI-assisted security tools, including technology from Anthropic and OpenAI, to examine PHP's code. Researchers from security companies Calif and Wiz also contributed important findings. The PHP Foundation says these reports helped clarify the vulnerabilities' potential impact and accelerated the work needed to release fixes. AI can therefore help defenders identify dangerous weaknesses before criminals exploit them. The challenge is ensuring security teams can investigate the findings and distribute fixes quickly enough. That challenge is becoming more urgent. You may be wondering how any of this affects you if you're simply checking email or shopping online. The concern starts with the companies holding your information. When hackers compromise a business, they may gain access to stored customer information. Depending on the systems involved, that could include email addresses or passwords. Financial details may also be exposed. Criminals can use stolen information to launch convincing scams or attempt to take over existing accounts. Meanwhile, AI makes it easier to produce personalized phishing messages. Attackers can incorporate leaked information into emails that appear to come from a company you recognize. Some criminals also use AI-generated voices to impersonate people and pressure their targets into making payments. However, a security vulnerability affecting a website doesn't automatically mean your personal information has been exposed. The actual risk depends on whether attackers successfully gained access and what information they obtained. That's why it helps to focus on the steps you can control. HACKERS HIDE DANGEROUS FAKE AI DOWNLOADS BEHIND GOOGLE ADS You can't personally fix security problems affecting large companies. However, you can strengthen your accounts and reduce the potential damage if criminals obtain your information. Here are seven precautions I recommend taking now. Start with your primary email account. Criminals who gain access to it may be able to reset passwords for other services you use. Create a strong, unique password for every account. A reputable password manager can help you generate and store those passwords. Next, enable multifactor authentication wherever it's available. Passkeys and hardware security keys offer especially strong protection against phishing. Authenticator apps are another useful option. Avoid relying on passwords alone. Your phone may already have tools that can identify passwords exposed in known data breaches. On an iPhone, open the Passwords app and review its Security section. Android users who save passwords through Google can review warnings in Google Password Manager. If a password has been exposed, change it directly through the company's official website or app. Also update any other accounts using that same password. Our article explains how to find compromised passwords on iPhone and Android. Remember, a compromised-password warning does not necessarily mean someone has accessed your account. However, it gives you a chance to replace a vulnerable login. Enable transaction notifications through your bank and credit card providers. Also review recent sign-ins on your email accounts and other important services. Watch for unfamiliar devices or changes to your recovery information. If you spot unauthorized activity, contact the provider through its official website or app. Change affected credentials and revoke unfamiliar sessions where possible. Don't wait for several suspicious charges before investigating. Many people connect third-party apps to their Google or Microsoft accounts without thinking about the permissions they're granting. Over time, those connections can accumulate. Some applications may retain access even after you've stopped using them. Open your account's security settings and review connected applications. Remove access you no longer need or recognize. However, if a service you use has announced a security incident, follow its specific recovery instructions. Simply disconnecting an app may not revoke credentials that attackers already obtained. Strong antivirus software can help detect malicious downloads and block dangerous websites. However, antivirus protection cannot prevent every account takeover or stop a company from experiencing a data breach. That's why monitoring your financial information is also important. Consider placing a free credit freeze with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion to help prevent criminals from opening new credit accounts in your name. Keep in mind that a freeze won't protect accounts you already have. If you use AI services that require API keys, review your usage regularly. Revoke credentials that may have been exposed and set billing alerts or limits where the provider supports them. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at CyberGuy.com. Data brokers collect and sell personal information, including phone numbers and home addresses. Criminals can use those details to make AI-generated scams more convincing. A personal data removal service can help remove your information from people-search sites and data broker databases, making it harder for scammers to find. However, it can't erase information from past breaches or prevent cyberattacks. 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. Enable automatic security updates on your phone and computer. Keep your browser current, too. Updates frequently fix vulnerabilities that criminals may try to exploit. AI-generated phishing messages can look remarkably convincing. They may contain personal information that makes them appear legitimate. Be cautious if someone unexpectedly claims your account has been compromised or demands immediate payment. Instead of clicking a link, open the company's official app or visit its website directly. Never share a verification code with someone who contacts you unexpectedly. Criminals often create pressure because they want you to act before checking the details. What concerns me most about this wave of AI-powered cyberattacks is the speed. Microsoft documented attackers gaining privileged access in less than three hours. That's a frighteningly short window for companies to react. At the same time, AI is helping security researchers uncover weaknesses before criminals exploit them. But here's what worries me. We trust companies with enormous amounts of personal information, yet we're often left dealing with the fallout when their security fails. I believe those companies need to be held more accountable. Until then, protecting our accounts and staying alert to suspicious activity remains our best defense. If AI allows hackers to attack thousands of accounts in minutes, should companies face tougher penalties when they fail to protect our personal information? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a9eeff311a5ed8b6eaa7 Travel influencer, 24, killed after pickup truck is swept away in terrifying river crossing te 2026-10-30T14:30:06.556Z Travel influencer, 24, killed after pickup truck is swept away in terrifying river crossing A 24-year-old travel influencer was killed after a pickup truck carrying a group of travelers was swept away while crossing a river in Nicaragua. French traveler Emma Marie Laurent was one of three women who died after the vehicle was caught in strong currents following heavy rainfall, according to news agency Jam Press. The group was traveling through El Manzano, a community in the northwestern department of Chinandega, when they attempted to cross the Nahualapa River at around 1 a.m. on Oct. 9, the same source reported. AMERICAN TOURIST FALLS 1,000 FEET TO HER DEATH WHILE CHASING PERFECT MOUNTAIN PHOTO Recent rainfall had caused the river to rise, creating dangerous conditions before the vehicle attempted to cross. The driver, identified as Mexican national Martin Gerardo García Girón, reportedly stepped out of the pickup to assess the water level before attempting the crossing, according to Jam Press. The water reportedly came close to the driver's knees, but the current swept the pickup away and caused it to overturn. The driver survived, though accounts have differed on whether other passengers also made it to safety, according to Jam Press.  Authorities were investigating the circumstances surrounding the crossing. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Nicaraguan co-president Rosario Murillo offered condolences to the victims' families following the deaths. "This is a tragedy," Murillo said, according to reports.  "We express our solidarity and our call to remain vigilant and, in the face of such tragedies, to express our full solidarity." Murillo also warned about the dangers of crossing rivers during Nicaragua's rainy season. "Rivers are deceptive; one thinks they are calm and, suddenly, the current comes, and we have tragedies like this that bring mourning to families," she said, according to Jam Press. Laurent had developed an online following by sharing her travels around the world, including glimpses of life on the road from her van. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ She described herself as "your barefoot BFF" on Instagram, where she had nearly 43,000 followers at the time of her death, Jam Press reported. Laurent appeared to have shared her final social media post on Oct. 2, uploading a video from a recent trip to Portugal. In the post, she reflected on the importance of appreciating everyday moments. "I think the most beautiful people, inside and out, are those who know how to admire the world around them," Laurent wrote in French. Following news of her death, social media users left messages of remembrance beneath the post. "Gone far too soon," one person commented. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "Condolences to the family," another user wrote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a570ff311a5ed8b6ea26 Halloween coming to Sedona & Verde Valley te 2026-10-30T14:10:56.861Z Halloween coming to Sedona & Verde Valley Halloween fun is coming to Sedona and the Verde Valley. Sedona Uptown Trick-or-Treat will spread the joy of the season, along with candy, on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. A chorus of delighted screams emitting from the 3,000 souls who typically attend will descend on Uptown as Halloween and th Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a564ff311a5ed8b6ea10 Prop 320 sounds like support for teachers. The fine print says otherwise. te 2026-10-30T14:10:44.802Z Prop 320 sounds like support for teachers. The fine print says otherwise. When we go to the ballot box in November, we’ll be asked to weigh in on Proposition 320, a measure which would fundamentally change how Arizona’s public school districts operate. As leaders of local nonprofit organizations that partner directly with public school districts, we know our district partners are already struggling to stretch increasingly skinny budgets each year. Prop 320 would force districts to make impossible choices to balance their budget.  Thousands of voters will be seeing Proposition 320 for the first time when they open their ballot. On the surface, the neutrally phrased description of Prop. 320 will sound like common sense — certain public school districts are required to spend 60% of their operating budget on “direct instruction.” As educators, we would certainly love to see more resources for our students and classrooms. But Prop 320’s impact goes far beyond the classroom.  What isn’t included in “direct instruction” are support functions like nurses, librarians, bus drivers and after-school programs that are critical to student success. Public District schools have a legal mandate to accept all students and provide an education that meets their unique needs. That means these districts must catch students who are falling behind and provide the additional, sometimes extensive, resources they need to thrive. These are the same services that this proposition would have to cut to comply.  The loudest argument for Prop. 320 is that it will increase teacher pay. But this proposition does not deliver on its marketing promise. Arizonans must understand that there is no guarantee this money would go toward teacher pay. In reality, without an unprecedented injection of revenue, districts would be forced to meet the 60% threshold by cutting vital support services.  Even if teacher pay increased, teachers would likely have to take on the responsibilities of counselors, coaches, and support staff on top of what we already ask of them. And the penalty for districts that do not comply with the new 60% mandate would be a reduction in public funding from the very fund that pays teachers.  Prop. 320 would also apply unevenly. The 60% mandate covers public school districts only. Public charter schools, which enroll about one in five Arizona public school students, are not covered, and neither are private schools or the more than 100,000 students using Empowerment Scholarship Accounts, a program the state now funds at over $1 billion a year. That’s more than 300,000 students whose schools or education funding fall outside the rules Prop. 320 would impose on districts.  If a spending standard is worth imposing, voters should ask why it applies to some publicly funded education and not others. This proposition is not good policy. Our legislature is asking voters to mandate strong-arm district schools, without giving them the desperately needed resources to do so. At best, it’s a feeble attempt to patch a broken system with a solution that will cause more harm than good. At worst, it’s an attempt to dismantle our district’s public schools, disguised as support.  As we prepare to vote, we need to remember what matters most in education: the students themselves. Our students need expanded access to resources and support, not more confusing legislation interfering in the classroom. As voters, we expect any education proposal on the ballot to be transparent, informed by educators, and thoughtfully considered with students at the center of intended outcomes. Prop 320 is none of those things.  Sophie Allen-Etchart is the founder and CEO of Read Better Be Better. Courtney Sullivan is the executive director of the Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence. Karen Johnson is the president and CEO of New Pathways for Youth. Dana Bailey is the co-CEO of Homeless Youth Connection. These Arizona nonprofits promote youth development and education and partner directly with Arizona public school districts. The post Prop 320 sounds like support for teachers. The fine print says otherwise. first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a55eff311a5ed8b6e9e8 Dem operative admits Ilhan Omar case has legs as liberal firewall begins to crack: 'I'm not stupid' te 2026-10-30T14:10:38.377Z Dem operative admits Ilhan Omar case has legs as liberal firewall begins to crack: 'I'm not stupid' A prominent Minnesota Democrat who served in the state's House of Representatives revealed on Thursday he believes the federal probe into Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has legitimacy. It's the latest signal that the political dam may be breaking as scandals and investigations into the congresswoman continue to pile up. "Democrats should understand that the allegation is almost certainly true—whatever conclusion they draw from that point could vary—and her denials calling it a right-wing, Islamophobic or racist conspiracy are almost certainly not," Joe Radinovich posted on X in reference to the claims that Omar married her brother as part of an alleged fraudulent immigration scheme. Radinovich, who served as a Minnesota state representative from 2013 to 2015 as a member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), added to his post that, in addition to the probe into her immigration status, the investigation into her finances could also be problematic. OBAMA ADMIN FIRST LAUNCHED THE INVESTIGATION INTO ILHAN OMAR'S ALLEGED BROTHER MARRIAGE "And then I’d be very, very careful about how I qualified on allegations around her finances—where her defense looks similar and where no meaningful questions have been answered publicly, and where any objective look at the evidence doesn’t look…great," the former state representative said. Radinovich, a well-connected DFL operative with ties to the party’s state, federal and Minneapolis political establishments, managed Democrat Rick Nolan’s 2016 congressional campaign, ran Jacob Frey’s successful 2017 campaign for Minneapolis mayor and later served as Frey’s chief of staff. He also won the DFL nomination for Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District in 2018 before losing to Republican Pete Stauber. Briana Rose Lee, a Minneapolis DFL activist who served as an operations director for Omar’s campaign operation, responded to the post calling it a "witch hunt." "Joe. You aren’t stupid," she wrote. "You know this is a baseless and manufactured witch hunt. I’m actually surprised to see this from you. It’s a new low." NEARLY 40 HOUSE DEMS SKIP EFFORT TO END ILHAN OMAR IMMIGRATION PROBE Radinovich stood by his comments. "You’re right," Radinovich wrote. "I’m not stupid. I believe the Trump DOJ has next to no credibility and that it’s unclear to me the timing of the raid was appropriate—though it’s notable a DC judge signed off on it—but I’m pretty confident this specific allegation is true." Radinovich’s post is the latest example of the scrutiny surrounding Omar’s legal issues not being confined to conservative media or the MAGA base. Outlets including the New York Times, MSNBC, NBC News and The Associated Press have reported on evidence suggesting Omar’s marriage and citizenship may have been fraudulent, although no criminal charges have been filed against the Minnesota congresswoman. Omar's Washington, D.C., home was raided by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) on Oct. 12, 2026. HSI is the chief investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Her passport, phone and computer were seized during the early-morning operation. Fox News later reported that investigators are in possession of Omar's DNA. Omar's sister, Sahra Noor, voluntarily submitted to questioning shortly after the raid, skipping out on her book tour for a "family emergency." Sources confirmed to Fox News Digital that the raid stemmed from an investigation into whether Omar or her late father, Nur Mohamed, fraudulently filled out her citizenship paperwork decades ago. The investigation, the sources noted, could lead to the congresswoman's denaturalization. But questions about whether Omar allegedly married her brother, Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, in a fraudulent immigration scheme have also arisen. Omar has been plagued by the accusation for a decade, since she first ran for Minnesota state representative in 2016. Court filings from the U.S. Attorney's Office in the District of Columbia referred to Omar as "Ilhan Omar Nur Said Elmi, a/k/a Ilhan Omar," suggesting that she shares a surname with the man she married in 2009. Ahmed Nur Said Elmi is a British citizen. Sources later told Fox News Digital that Ilhan Omar is not the Somali-born congresswoman's "real name." Omar's office has consistently denied the immigration fraud allegation, characterizing it as a right-wing smear. Most recently, she has said that the renewed scrutiny is the product of a political "vendetta" by President Donald Trump. But Thursday, Fox News Digital confirmed that former President Barack Obama's administration opened a probe into the allegedly fraudulent marriage in 2016. One source told Fox News Digital that the investigation remained open until 2021, when it was closed by the Biden administration. The Times reported that investigators believed the statute of limitations on a potential crime had passed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a558ff311a5ed8b6e9df Netanyahu's bloc falls short as longtime allies reportedly weigh move that could end his rule te 2026-10-30T14:10:32.018Z Netanyahu's bloc falls short as longtime allies reportedly weigh move that could end his rule Israel's final election count has confirmed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc has lost its parliamentary majority, but whether opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot can assemble a government to replace him remains an open question as negotiations begin behind closed doors. The completed count, published early Friday by Israel's Central Elections Committee, gave Netanyahu's bloc 53 seats in the 120-member Knesset, compared with 48 for Eisenkot's opposition alliance. The two predominantly Arab parties secured a historic 19 seats, placing them in a potentially decisive position. Netanyahu's Likud emerged as the largest individual party with 27 seats, followed by Eisenkot's Yashar with 21 and former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's Beyachad with 12. Final voter turnout reached 77.9%, according to the Central Elections Committee results. ISRAEL HEADS INTO DEEPLY DIVIDED ELECTION AS OCT. 7 RECKONING LOOMS: WHAT TO KNOW But the numbers leave neither major bloc with the 61 seats required for a majority, opening a complex political struggle involving potential partnerships with Arab parties, ultra-Orthodox lawmakers or a unity government bringing together longtime rivals. A source familiar with opposition discussions, who spoke to Fox News Digital on condition of anonymity, described the outcome as a "bitter stalemate," but not an impossible political situation. The source said opposition leaders are approaching coalition negotiations with patience and experience rather than treating the inconclusive results as a defeat, arguing that the next government could depend on their ability to forge partnerships that previously seemed unlikely. FORMER ISRAELI ARMY CHIEF GADI EISENKOT EMERGES AS NETANYAHU’S LEADING ELECTION CHALLENGER In a potentially significant development Friday, Israeli journalist Yishai Cohen of Kikar HaShabbat reported that Rabbi Dov Lando, a leading ultra-Orthodox religious authority, had instructed lawmakers from Degel HaTorah, part of United Torah Judaism, to open discussions with the opposition. According to the report, the objective is to reach an arrangement protecting the status of yeshiva students amid the longstanding dispute over mandatory military service. Channel 12 reported that figures within the ultra-Orthodox party were considering allowing an Eisenkot-led minority government to survive through outside parliamentary support, potentially breaking with Netanyahu. "Our votes are not in Netanyahu's pocket," party figures told Channel 12, according to a translation of the Hebrew-language report. However, the office of United Torah Judaism chairman Yaakov Asher denied that any instruction to begin negotiations had been issued. Such an arrangement would represent a significant shift from the party's longstanding alliance with Netanyahu. Eisenkot's pledge to expand military conscription among ultra-Orthodox men remains a major obstacle, although Channel 12 reported that party figures were willing to consider a compromise on the issue. The source familiar with opposition discussions told Fox News Digital that Eisenkot's camp had been preparing for the possibility of cooperation with ultra-Orthodox parties well before the election, suggesting that some of the options now being discussed had already been under consideration behind the scenes. According to the source, such an arrangement could require compromises over military service and potentially outside parliamentary support from Arab lawmakers, bringing together political factions whose positions appeared irreconcilable during the campaign. FORMER ISRAELI PM EMERGES AS WILD CARD IN HIGH-STAKES ELECTION WITH MIDDLE EAST'S FUTURE AT STAKE Another possibility rests with the Arab parties, which nearly doubled their parliamentary representation from 10 to 19 seats following a surge in turnout. But the prospects of an Arab-backed government have drawn conflicting assessments. Channel 12 reported Thursday that Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas had expressed deep skepticism about the possibility of establishing an Eisenkot-led minority government supported by Arab lawmakers. Israeli political commentator Amit Segal also argued that the available options had narrowed considerably, identifying a Netanyahu-Eisenkot unity government or another election as the two principal remaining possibilities. Mohammed Majadla, head of the news division at Radio Nas and a Channel 12 political commentator, offered a different assessment in an interview with Fox News Digital, arguing that both Ra'am and the Joint List were prepared to use their parliamentary influence to prevent Netanyahu from returning to power. "The two Arab lists agree on two things," Majadla said in the Hebrew-language interview. "First, they are prepared to do everything within the political process to ensure Netanyahu does not return to power." According to Majadla, that could include joining a coalition, providing outside parliamentary support or abstaining from key votes. He said their second shared priority was avoiding another election, which Arab political leaders fear could reverse their gains. "The ball is now in Eisenkot's court, not in the Arab parties' court," Majadla said. "As far as the Arab parties are concerned, I can tell you they are truly prepared to do everything to make this happen." Majadla suggested that public declarations should not necessarily be treated as final positions, particularly as parties seek leverage during coalition negotiations. The difficulties extend beyond the Arab parties. Eisenkot's potential partners include politicians who strongly oppose cooperation with ultra-Orthodox factions, while several opposition leaders campaigned against relying on Arab lawmakers to govern. NETANYAHU FIGHTS FOR POLITICAL FUTURE AS ISRAEL HEADS TO POLLS WITH IRAN THREAT LOOMING A national unity government involving Likud and Yashar would offer a more straightforward mathematical route to a majority, but would require Eisenkot to reconsider his campaign pledge not to join a Netanyahu-led government. For Netanyahu, the lengthy coalition formation process could provide additional opportunities. If Eisenkot receives the mandate to form a government but fails, President Isaac Herzog could assign the task to another candidate, potentially giving Netanyahu another chance to assemble a coalition. If successive efforts fail, Israel could face another election. Despite the obstacles, the source familiar with opposition discussions pointed to Bennett and Lapid's experience navigating complex coalition negotiations as an important asset. "They've both played this game many times. They know it, and they're not rattled," the source said, according to a translation of the Hebrew-language conversation. The source suggested that Bennett's experience working with Netanyahu gives him a particular understanding of the prime minister's negotiating tactics, while Lapid brings additional experience in coalition-building. Former Prime Minister Yair Lapid, one of the opposition's senior figures, acknowledged Friday that forming a government would be considerably more difficult than campaigning against Netanyahu. "Now comes the truly hard part: trying to form a government," Lapid wrote on X, urging supporters to remain patient. "It takes place in small rooms, slowly, away from the cameras," he wrote, according to a translation of his Hebrew-language statement, emphasizing the importance of negotiations conducted out of public view. The negotiations will also unfold against the backdrop of the Trump administration's Middle East agenda. The source familiar with opposition discussions said understanding Washington's regional priorities could become an important consideration in shaping a future government, although no specific American role in coalition negotiations has been confirmed. The election results are scheduled to be formally submitted to President Herzog on November 4, following remaining verification procedures. The new Knesset is expected to be sworn in November 10. For now, the election has settled the question of how Israelis voted, but not who will govern them. A source familiar with the negotiations concluded: "Whoever manages to forge new partnerships will move forward. Whoever doesn't will remain stuck." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a54aff311a5ed8b6e9c2 Skip the small talk: Make game-changing connections at TechCrunch Founder Summit with Braindate te 2026-10-30T14:10:18.237Z Skip the small talk: Make game-changing connections at TechCrunch Founder Summit with Braindate At TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026, happening November 4 at SoWa Power Station in Boston, networking powered by Braindate is designed to make those conversations easier to find, whether they are in 1:1 or small-group on-site meetings. Register before the event starts to save up to $100 on your pass, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a542ff311a5ed8b6e9b9 North Korean hackers blamed for stealing record $6.3B in Binance breach te 2026-10-30T14:10:10.649Z North Korean hackers blamed for stealing record $6.3B in Binance breach Hackers working for North Korea are suspected of hacking a Binance employee's laptop, which allowed the theft of billions in crypto. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4a2e4ff311a5ed8b6e959 DoorDash said it’s only received ‘several hundred’ orders from AI agents te 2026-10-30T14:00:04.038Z DoorDash said it’s only received ‘several hundred’ orders from AI agents DoorDash said that it is open to working with third-party agent makers Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49e34ff311a5ed8b6e8b6 The red wall facing its biggest threat in decades as Republicans scramble to defend Texas te 2026-10-30T13:40:04.793Z The red wall facing its biggest threat in decades as Republicans scramble to defend Texas DALLAS — Democrats see a rare opening in Texas and James Talarico is giving them their clearest shot in years at turning one of the state's two Senate seats blue. If he pulls off the upset, the former teacher and Presbyterian seminarian could knock the first brick loose in Texas’ red wall. The polling and fundraising figures help explain why Democrats see that possibility. To put it in perspective, Talarico’s polling leads are wider than those recorded against Ted Cruz in 2018, when Beto O’Rourke came closer than any Democrat in decades to winning a Texas Senate race. And the enthusiasm on the ground from those who spoke with Fox News Digital backs up the numbers. DEEP IN TRUMP COUNTRY, A NEW GENERATION REVEALS THE DIVIDE BEHIND TEXAS’ TIGHT SENATE RACE What's more, Talarico’s campaign raised $64 million from July through September, more than three times Trump-backed candidate Ken Paxton’s $18 million haul over the same period. Since launching his campaign, Talarico has raised more than $146 million. But Paxton, currently the state's Attorney General, has enjoyed Republican outside groups pouring more than $200 million into Texas to support him, nearly all of it bankrolled by Elon Musk, the world’s richest man. Additionally, MAGA Inc., President Donald Trump’s principal super PAC, has spent another $33.7 million on ads backing Paxton, according to AdImpact. At his Dallas rally on Thursday, Talarico underscored that divide by casting the race as a David and Goliath fight, telling supporters they were his weapon against powerful interests. "David wasn’t as big or as strong as Goliath. He didn’t have as many weapons, but he had hope. He had faith and he had a slingshot," he said. "Dallas, you are my slingshot. The people of Texas are my slingshot." Talarico's momentum has also shown up on the campaign trail. Earlier this week, Talarico hopscotched across Texas, stopping in El Paso before holding events in Midland and Amarillo and drawing a larger-than-expected crowd in deep-red Lubbock on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Trump campaigned with Paxton about four miles away that same night, shifting his rally time so it overlapped with Talarico’s event. The dueling rallies put the race’s divide on display. Talarico’s campaign said more than 4,000 people signed up for his Lubbock rally, prompting a move to a larger venue. "I know that we’re not the only show in town tonight, and I appreciate all 4,000 of you that showed up here this evening," Talarico said at the Fiesta Center in Lubbock on Oct. 27. "That’s a lot of Talafreakos in one room." The Democrat candidate and his supporters have embraced the moniker "Talafreako," a nickname first given to him as a derogatory dig by Republicans and President Trump. Voters at Talarico’s rallies in Lubbock told Fox News Digital that Trump’s repeated Texas visits signaled Republican anxiety, while Paxton backers remained confident the state would stay red after a costly and contentious primary that saw Republicans divided over Paxton and sitting Sen. John Cornyn, who was ultimately ousted in the May runoff. "Trump’s in Lubbock? Trump’s in Lubbock, Texas? He’s scared, he is scared," one supporter told Fox News Digital. Natalie, from Friona, called Trump’s same-day rally a sign Republicans were "nervous." "I think it’s performative, like to come the exact same day as he is here," she said. Jenny, from Brownsville, told Fox News Digital outside of Trump and Paxton's rally that the race was "not close" and she predicted that "Paxton will wipe the floor" with Talarico. DUELING RALLIES THRUST DEEP- RED LONE STAR TOWN INTO THE CENTER OF THE POLITICAL UNIVERSE Beyond the rally crowds, some Talarico supporters in Dallas and Lubbock said Paxton’s past legal controversies and impeachment by the Texas House shaped their views of the Republican nominee. "We’re here in support of honesty, decency and integrity," Lori, a Dallas voter who has voted Republican in the past, told Fox News Digital. "That’s what we like to see in a candidate, and we think Talarico is all that in one." George, a lifelong Texan at the Dallas rally, said years of watching Texas politics had become "heartbreaking" and called Talarico "a breath of fresh air." In Lubbock, Georgia cited several of Talarico’s policies and called him "authentic." She also said his lack of an indictment was a plus, contrasting him with Paxton. MEET THE VOTERS WHO COULD BREAK THE GOP’S DECADESLONG GRIP ON A REPUBLICAN STRONGHOLD Elias, a nurse from Lubbock, said Paxton’s past controversies and impeachment by the Texas House reflected poorly on the Republican nominee. "I think it shows that Paxton is a weak leader," Elias told Fox News Digital. "He had a chance to kind of redeem himself despite his ugly past, but he’s not a man, he can’t stand up for himself. He needs daddy Trump to come and support him." With Election Day on Nov. 3, the question is whether Talarico can turn rally crowds and a polling lead into a historic win. A victory would crack the GOP’s decades long grip on Texas. A loss would leave Democrats still searching for a path to turn the state blue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49be1ff311a5ed8b6e877 Gubernatorial campaign spending surges past $2B nationwide te 2026-10-30T13:30:09.563Z Gubernatorial campaign spending surges past $2B nationwide Candidates running for governor in this year’s midterm elections and the outside groups that support them have spent more than $2.3 billion advertising their messages to voters, smashing previous records... Subscribe Already a subscriber?  Login The post Gubernatorial campaign spending surges past $2B nationwide first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49bdfff311a5ed8b6e84f Unhinged judge who called Latino attorney a 'White savior' ordered to undergo psychiatric examination te 2026-10-30T13:30:07.531Z Unhinged judge who called Latino attorney a 'White savior' ordered to undergo psychiatric examination A Trump-appointed judge was ordered to undergo a psychiatric examination as part of an ongoing judicial misconduct investigation after she called a Latino attorney a "white savior" who was intimidated by "Black excellence" due to his "White mediocrity" during a hearing. U.S. District Judge Ada Brown of the Northern District of Texas, who is Black and Native American, was temporarily removed from her docket by the Fifth Circuit Judicial Council earlier this month, following a May judicial-conduct complaint filed by attorney Ezra Young, whose permission to practice before Brown had previously been revoked. The complaint centered on Brown's rhetoric toward Young during his appearance for a show-case hearing, in which he was facing sanctions over allegations from Brown that he shared sealed court filings online. Young represented a Black law professor who sued Southern Methodist University, alleging she was denied tenure because of discrimination. He joined the case in 2022 and appeared before Brown before the judge barred him from practicing in her courtroom. OBAMA-APPOINTED JUDGE TORCHES TRUMP ADMIN IN LATEST COURTROOM SHOWDOWN, REFERS ATTORNEY FOR BAR REVIEW During the April hearing, Brown railed against Young, accusing him of "bullying" the black attorneys on the case. "You’re the White savior, come to save all the stupid Black lawyers in Texas who need your help, from New York," Brown later said, according to the transcript obtained by Bloomberg. Brown repeatedly brought attention to Young's skin color, calling him "white presenting" and "fair skinned" after Brown told her that he was a Latino. "I think what’s happening here, quite candidly, is you are very intimidated for some reason, Mr. Young, with Black excellence, in light of your White mediocrity. Yeah. Right?," Brown said. "You should write that down. I mean, you — I’m — you look like a White man, right?" She also called Young a "Chad" which she said is the male version of "Karen." "It’s someone who calls the manager when they don’t get their way. They stomp their foot when the rules are supposed to apply to them, right?" Brown said. OBAMA-APPOINTED JUDGE WITH TIES TO ANTI-TRUMP CONSPIRACY THEORY HIT WITH MISCONDUCT COMPLAINT Brown also accused Young of sensationalizing the case after reading a news article that quoted his brief and referenced another law professor’s comparison of the Black professor’s treatment in the tenure dispute to a "lynching." "And so when I read a headline — a sensationalized, very racialized headline that says, ‘it’s like I’ve been lynched,’ and it’s literally got no connection to this case, I have to ask you, Mr. Social Media, Main Character Chad, White Hero, Savior, Loves to Help Black People Be An Ally, where the lynching in this case came from?" Brown said. The release of the April court hearing transcripts come as Brown shared with lawyers, judges and several media outlets via email of Young's complaint and her response. Meanwhile, in a July 28 filing responding to Young's complaint, Brown stood by her conduct. "I do not believe my demeanor was inappropriate at any time, especially during the candid conversations about race," Brown wrote. "I take to heart the lessons I have learned from this experience and I ask the Chief Judge to weigh this candor, as well as my commitment to being mentored by senior judges with more experience in such situations when determining an appropriate disposition," Brown wrote. "I realize the importance of public confidence in the judiciary and take to heart my role in fostering the public’s faith in it." President Donald Trump appointed Brown to the federal court in Texas in March 2019. She is the first Black woman to serve in that court. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49bdeff311a5ed8b6e846 Tennis star Genie Bouchard kicks off Halloween weekend with Britney tribute, Caleb supports kids & beer sword te 2026-10-30T13:30:06.151Z Tennis star Genie Bouchard kicks off Halloween weekend with Britney tribute, Caleb supports kids & beer sword Welcome to Screencaps, "America's Best Daily Column," as named by the readers. Screencaps, which publishes seven-days-a-week, is a mix of sports, pop culture, and emails from sane readers from around the world. This column isn't for the coastal elites. Give us a week to steal your heart. Our track record is pretty good. Let's have some fun. It's like shooting fish in a barrel right now for this column. I was telling Mrs. Screencaps this week that there are days of the year I don't like to take off work because the content is just so good. Those days include the holidays and Halloween. Why wouldn't I take off the holidays? 1. It's my column. I don't feel like it's fair to SeanJo to tell him to work the holidays when I started this column. 2. The content is always great. July 4? Are you kidding me? The content is off the charts. Christmas? Instagram models dump out all sorts of content. New Years? Having to work in the morning tends to prevent me from going to nuts the night before. Thanksgiving morning is one of the easiest editions of Screencaps to produce. People are in a good mood. They want to show me what they're cooking. CARMEN ELECTRA OFFICIALLY KICKS OFF HALLOWEEN SEASON AT A GAS STATION, POSTGAME POLICE CHASE & BALL-SAC And they're dialed into the content because they're not at work. As for Halloween, I literally get paid to report on Halloween costumes. After being told this week by some idiot emailer that I should retire, my resolve is stronger than ever. No, I won't retire. I built this column into the greatest job on the Internet. You'd have to yank it out of my cold dead hands. Thank you to retired tennis star Genie Bouchard for kicking off the weekend with a Brit Brit tribute. Well done. 📩 Email: joe.kinsey@outkick.com Send photos, stories, tips, rants—whatever you've got. 📰 Screencaps Page: 👉 Read the latest Screencaps – Jayson asks: A buddy of mine writes a mailbag column for a website. He said that occasionally, he will get emails from "psychos" who flip on him for not reading their questions. Have you ever received that kind of junk since starting Screencaps? If you do, do you answer them back, or simply ignore them? Kinsey: I've never had emailers turn heel because I wouldn't publish their emails, but I've had guys who claimed to be fans and loyal readers who turned out to be total scumbags, especially after I left Busted Coverage and joined Clay Travis here at OutKick. There have been guys who felt like I should've given them freebies that brands used to send to me. As for a–hole emailers, I like when people write and snap on me. It's great content. Typically, when I reply to their emails, the people disappear. WARREN SAPP GETS INTO CONFRONTATION WITH FLORIDA STATE FAN DURING TAILGATE, TIM MCGRAW'S BRONZER & DALE ART A quick Google search reveals that Elizabethtown College was having revenue trouble in 2024 when the school cut 13 faculty members. You know what they didn't cut? Women's golf where members of the team are really killing it out on the links. • Legacy reader Jess in Alabama, who has been emailing longer than pretty much any other OutKick reader, says it's just convenient: The guy who wrote in that only the elderly or disabled should get delivery groceries is forgetting the time in his life with babies. I can get off my lazy ass, but y’all don’t want to see that diaper blowout spill on the aisle next to your shoe or hear the tantrum that happens 1 out of 4 trips. I’ll let the grocery guy pick out a bag of potatoes or mustard or random stuff I grab off the shelf. Then I’ll find time to stock my own meat and fruit when I get a chance. And I am not complaining about my life. I’m very grateful. And very grateful not to ruin your pleasant experience at the grocery store. SUPERMARKET VOTED BEST GROCERY STORE IN AMERICA AS CUSTOMERS PRAISE MEAL KITS, VARIETY OF OFFERINGS • Louie in Savannah pushes back on Chris A.'s email: I have been following along with the grocery pick up debate the last few days and have to weigh in, especially after the comment about those that do it are lazy and park in the fire lane. We use it every week. We are quite able bodied, just busy as hell. BABY BOOMERS HATE 10 THINGS ABOUT TODAY'S GROCERY STORES My wife is the "Food and Beverage Coordinator" in our home and we have been using the Kroger "Click list" just about every week since it became an option years ago. I imagine every store in different parts of the country have varying experiences but there are so many benefits for us to ordering online and picking it up. My wife just submitted ours and I'm picking it up on the way home from work tomorrow. I'll be in the parking lot for no more that 15 minutes total. It's very convenient and actually saves money. There is no impulse buying when you pick it up, only what you ordered. We also aren't bringing our teen and pre-teen sons into the store who are suddenly starving (as always) and now want to throw everything they see into the cart and grab a sushi roll to devour while walking around. As an added bonus, once every two months or so, the store accidentally loads someone else's partial order into the car and there is no way to tell until you get home. It is like a bonus mystery box. We always call to let them know but they always say to keep the items. Sure, there are issues with produce or other things sometimes but the customer service personnel are always nice and they will throw a $20 coupon into the next order for the inconvenience. Also, beer and wine purchases are allowed as well so that is one fewer stop while running errands. With as busy as we are in my house with jobs, school and sports, grocery pick up saves a ton of time! Everywhere is different I am sure but it's a huge benefit for our house. • Voiceover Mike writes: To be honest, my wife will put in a weekly Target order, something of a holdover from Covid days, and I'm usually the one on pick-up duty. Do I feel a little emasculated, sitting next to soccer moms in their SUVs and Teslas waiting for their orders? Maybe a little. Will I let the Target order picker select produce for me? Nope. I hit the grocery store for that. If it were my choice, I'd wander the aisles, list in hand, and pick everything myself, but I've been relegated to pick-up duty. Keep up the great work, and never underestimate the importance of what you do for us. • Tom T. is fired up: Nice fall weather hare in VA. It’s a good day to shake my old man fist at the clouds. Chris A. really nailed it! Get off your lazy butt and go get your own damn groceries! Also, if you are under 40 and would like to one day own a home, get off your lazy butt and go get your own damn groceries, and then COOK your own damn food. I just do not get the allure of Door Dash, unless you have been drinking beer all day, because nobody should be drinking and driving in this day and age. Also, make your own damn coffee in the morning. I also LOVE the entitled losers who park in the fire lane while their spouse "runs" into the grocery store "for one thing". I always give ‘em the hairy eyeball as I walk into the grocery store. • Bob in Cincy says: Our strategy for groceries is to leverage the Kroger pickup for staples such as canned good, frozen items and the like.  No veggies or fruits.  For those we go to Dorthy Lane or Fresh Thyme which are more expensive in general.  The online shopping is convenient I’ll admit, and less expensive than DL or FT.  It works well for us. • Joe in E. Tennessee checks in: What am I going to do with the twenty or so chip clips that are currently keeping my cereal fresh!?!? I'll run out of room on my refrigerator!!! Kinsey: The Big Chip Clip lobbyists will not stand for these resealable bags. Just wait. Congress will intervene. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! • Darren in NE ATL shares: Had almost forgotten a fall golf memory. Late fall in the 90's, with my dad, north of Dover, DE. Probably low 40's. Pushed a drive near a lake into clumped grass. Got there and a slow moving, big ass snake was right at my ball. Seeing as my one true phobia is snakes, I took a stroke penalty for a lost ball, and ran the he'll away. ################ SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER That is it this morning. What a morning it has been. Mrs. Screencaps, whose birthday is Sunday, has been sick on and off all week and she's dealing with a sore back. It takes a village around here, that's for sure. But, we made it through another week of life. Let's go have a great Halloween, if you celebrate. I have one more morning to go. Tomorrow morning will be 13 straight editions of Screencaps before I get to turn off the alarm Sunday morning. Let's finish strong. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49bdbff311a5ed8b6e834 Christa Pike Describes Pain and Isolation After Botched Execution te 2026-10-30T13:30:03.074Z Christa Pike Describes Pain and Isolation After Botched Execution Convicted of a 1995 murder, Ms. Pike released her first statement since the failed attempt to execute her last month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49984ff311a5ed8b6e7d3 MIKE DAVIS: Democrats' lawfare targets journalists in Minnesota te 2026-10-30T13:20:04.435Z MIKE DAVIS: Democrats' lawfare targets journalists in Minnesota For years, Democrats — especially "mainstream" (left-wing) reporters — have pretended President Trump persecutes the press. Their current silence is deafening after Democratic Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty just brought bogus and stunning felony charges against two conservative journalists, Cam Higby and James O'Keefe, for having the audacity to expose Minnesota's woefully lax voter security protocols. In other words, Moriarty illegally charged two reporters for doing their jobs. Moriarty’s illegal felony charges against disfavored reporters for non-crimes crossed a glaring red line, and the Trump Justice Department must immediately and publicly open a civil rights criminal case against Moriarty and others for conspiring to violate and violating Higby and O’Keefe’s First Amendment constitutional rights, under 18 U.S.C. §§ 241 and 242. If the evidence is there, which it seems obvious, Moriarty must face federal charges immediately. Anything short of this turns a blind eye to an extraordinarily dangerous open season on America’s free press. Every illegal vote, as a matter of basic arithmetic, disenfranchises a legal voter. Election integrity requires public confidence in the system's security. Tina Peters faced nearly a decade in prison for revealing serious election flaws in Colorado until Democratic Gov. Jared Polis courageously commuted her sentence. Following Peters' lead, Higby and O'Keefe set out to test Minnesota's voting system for weaknesses. Higby wore a burqa and posed as a registered voter. He also vouched for a companion he said was registered as well. He filmed the exchange with poll workers to show his online audience just how vulnerable the system really is. COLORADO GOVERNOR COMMUTES TINA PETERS' SENTENCE AS TRUMP POSTS ‘FREE TINA!’ The video shows that Higby never had to present photo identification. His word alone cleared his companion, who also produced no ID. To be clear, neither cast a ballot. The exercise simply aimed to demonstrate, as Higby certainly did, how easily someone can manipulate Minnesota's elections. The state's U.S. Senate race between Republican Michele Tafoya and far-left Democrat Peggy Flanagan is tightening. The stakes are high: The race could decide control of the Senate chamber. Only lawful voters should cast ballots, and the law limits federal elections to American citizens. SLEEPER GOP CANDIDATE PUTS BLUE-LEANING STATE IN PLAY AS FRAUD SCANDAL SHADOWS DEMS What Higby and O'Keefe did was vintage investigative journalism, not voter fraud. The First Amendment guarantees a free press to protect this precise kind of work. If prosecutors can punish undercover journalism with felony charges, oversight by the Fourth Estate will dramatically diminish. Fear of prosecution and prison will chill would-be investigators whenever the powers-that-be dislike a story, such as one revealing insecure ballot safeguards. But Moriarty, a Democrat lawfare crusader, does not care about any of this. She only cares about getting plaudits from top Democrat brass — and power — at any and all costs, including imprisoning reporters. JONATHAN TURLEY: SUPREME COURT MUST TAKE HERRIDGE CASE AND PROTECT REPORTERS' SOURCES Moriarty applies the law selectively. The case of Turning Point USA activist Savannah Hernandez proves it. Three agitators assaulted Hernandez in front of numerous witnesses and cameras captured the attack. Moriarty pursued only misdemeanor charges — a slap on the hand. Fortunately, federal prosecutors stepped in and filed felony charges against the three alleged attackers. Yet Moriarty now seeks to convict Higby and O'Keefe of serious crimes, though they attacked no one and neither voted illegally nor actually attempted to vote in the first place. Moriarty's lawfare demands a federal response. Federal law, specifically 18 U.S.C. § 242, makes it a crime to willfully deprive anyone of constitutional rights under color of law. And 18 U.S.C. § 241 makes it a crime to conspire with others to do the same. Moriarty should go after fraudsters at the ballot box and those behind billions in bogus claims against Medicaid. Instead, she is hounding two journalists for doing their jobs: showing the public how dismal Minnesota's election protections are. SOROS NETWORK REBUILDS PROGRESSIVE PROSECUTOR PUSH AFTER STRING OF ELECTION LOSSES Higby and O'Keefe should not face criminal charges. But Moriarty and her co-conspirators must. Indicting them would send a resounding message to Soros-backed and other leftist district attorneys across the nation: Lawfare will carry dire legal consequences. Prosecutors must meet the highest standards. After all, as the left intoned during the anti-Trump lawfare years, no one is above the law. CLICK FOR MORE FROM MIKE DAVIS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49732ff311a5ed8b6e761 Kim Kardashian had sharp response to warnings Trump White House visit would end her career: book te 2026-10-30T13:10:10.192Z Kim Kardashian had sharp response to warnings Trump White House visit would end her career: book Kim Kardashian's life is explored in a new book chronicling her meteoric rise to fame. In the new book, "Citizen Kim: The Woman Who Created the Future," writer Jonathan Van Meter dove deep into the lives of the Kardashians, particularly Kim, and how she built her empire outside of reality TV. Through a series of interviews with members of the Kardashian family, including Kim, Khloe and Kourtney, as well as those close to the famous family, Van Meter discusses the biggest moments in her life, including her relationship with Kanye, the terrifying Paris robbery, her mother's affair and her prison reform and advocacy work. Here are some of the biggest headlines from the book. In October 2017, Kim saw a video of Alice Marie Johnson in prison, in which she was pleading for clemency. She opened up in the book about how the video "changed my life," saying she immediately reached out to Shawn Holley, who was a lawyer on O.J. Simpson's defense team, asking "What can we do?" After learning the only way to get Johnson out of prison was a presidential pardon, Kim reached out to Ivanka Trump, who put her in touch with Jared Kushner. Kushner helped set up a meeting between Kardashian and President Trump, a move that raised concerns on both sides about the "optics," according to the book. "Everyone was telling me, ‘Don’t go, your career will be over; you can’t step foot in there.’ And I was like, ‘It’s my reputation over someone’s life?’ Weigh that out," Kim said in the book. "People talk s--t about me all day long. It will just be another story about me versus someone getting their life back." A week after the meeting with President Trump, Kim was able to call Johnson and personally deliver the news that she had been granted clemency. "She started screaming on the phone. I was on the set of a Steven Klein shoot, practically nude, so I had to cover with a robe and make this call and tell her," Kim said. "She packed her stuff—whatever she checked in with twenty two years prior—and was released immediately." Kim's experience advocating on behalf of Johnson was her first step on the path towards becoming a lawyer and furthering her advocacy work. She met with President Trump again, this time on behalf of a man who received a life sentence for a nonviolent crime. This time, she was accompanied by attorney Van Jones, who said he will "never forget walking into the West Wing with her." While Jones felt as if "Every sentence I said made it worse," he recalled Kim and the president discussing the case, including Kardashian's response after Trump said, "This guy . . . let's just be honest now. This is a tough guy." "Kim had memorized the case," Jones said in the book. "She knew everything about the person. She told the president, ‘You can be the big guy; you can help a sick man.’ It was like watching a ballerina hypnotize a grizzly bear . . . her syllable-to-impact ratio is off the charts. What she can get done in a simple sentence!" Jones argued in the book that while some may resent Kim because "she represents somebody who already has it all" and is now trying to also "be successful in my field," he says, "if you’re in jail, and you’re trying to get out, you’re not mad at Kim Kardashian." KIM KARDASHIAN WOWS IN STRING BIKINI DURING PDA-FILLED BEACH TRIP WITH LEWIS HAMILTON "You have literally hundreds of thousands of people for whom the system is so broken that only when a Kim Kardashian steps in does she change the odds in their favor, even a little bit," he said. "So you can be mad at Kim or you can be mad at the system that is so broken that it needs Kim." Kim married rapper Kanye West in May 2014 and welcomed four children together, before filing for divorce in February 2021. Towards the end of their marriage, West began acting increasingly erratic as he dealt with ongoing mental health issues, and began speaking negatively about Kim and her family members. Kim expressed in the past that this led her to not feel safe around him, emotionally and physically. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Despite this, Kim told Van Meter she continues to "worry about him all day." "All the time. That’s the father of my kids, I’ll never not worry about him. And that’s a big burden of having kids with someone who you don’t necessarily get along with. My kids would never know that. I do everything in my power to forget about all the negative things that happened," she said. "I have to be realistic, and my therapist definitely tells me, ‘Your boundaries have to go up,’ but we manage to coparent without too much conflict. It’s been pretty smooth for while. I guess because we don’t talk that much. But when we see each other, we give each other a hug." She added that she not only encourages her children to have a relationship with their father, but also with his family, noting that whenever his family members are in town, she will invite them over for dinner and to spend time with her kids. Although he was acting erratic in public, Kim noted their children never saw him that way, adding, "that was such a blessing." "He would have a full episode, and the kids would never know because they would be almost a calming presence for him. So it was a fine balance of, like, how do we keep them around? Or: Is it go-time?" she said. "My whole household knows what a ‘lockdown’ means if I text it. Like, ‘We’re on lockdown.’ No TVs, just movies. No just plug in a phone for music in the car. Not even, like, XM, because they talk about current events in real time. like, they don’t have to be a party to this." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Kris Jenner's marriage to Robert Kardashian ended in 1990 when she was caught having an affair with 23-year-old soccer player, Todd Waterman. In her own memoir, Jenner opened up about the affair, calling it "out of control, crazy, dangerous." Van Meter writes that as time went on she got "reckless" and would openly host friends at her home along with Waterman, and even took six-year-old Khloe with her when she went on dates with him. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "We knew my mom was dating, because we would see it," Kim said. "She introduced us to her boyfriend. He was ten years younger. He was kind of like a playboy." Robert eventually confronted Jenner, and they came together to tell their children they were getting a divorce in January 1990. When reflecting on that day, Kim shared that "Kourtney had a hard time with it" and that "I didn't really care." Kourtney confirmed this saying, "I don't think it affected her," when asked about Kim's reaction. "It was traumatic for me," Kourtney told Van Meter. "I feel like the oldest child takes things the hardest. I see that with my own kids and my nieces and nephews." When "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" aired its first episode in October 2007, audiences gained access to the Kardashian/Jenner clan in a way they previously never had. Prior to the release of the show, Kim appeared on "The Tyra Banks Show" in September, and after seeing her on the show, O.J. Simpson wasn't too hopeful the show would be a success. While in Las Vegas getting ready to commit armed robbery to allegedly steal sports memorabilia he believed to be his, memorabilia dealer, Tom Riccio, who was in the room with him, recalled the former football star saying, "That’s my goddaughter! Her name is Kim!" and then added, "That show ain’t gonna last two weeks!" Of course the show ultimately went on to air on E! for over fourteen years and spawned eight spin-off shows. Their reality TV prowess continues on Hulu, as their new show, "The Kardashians" recently started its eighth season on the streamer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49730ff311a5ed8b6e758 BRIAN HARRELL: America’s AI revolution can’t charge forward without lots of energy te 2026-10-30T13:10:08.905Z BRIAN HARRELL: America’s AI revolution can’t charge forward without lots of energy The race for artificial intelligence (AI), or superintelligence, will be won not just by technology companies, but by the nation that can deliver reliable, affordable and secure electricity. America is in a high-stakes sprint to lead the world in AI. This technology will reshape our economy, strengthen national defense, transform manufacturing and determine which nations lead the next generation of innovation. But Washington and Silicon Valley cannot afford to ignore a glaring bottleneck: AI runs on electricity. America must dramatically expand its power generation and delivery infrastructure if it hopes to remain the global technology leader. Data centers are the backbone of this revolution. They require enormous amounts of electricity, reliable grid connections and specialized infrastructure. Without sufficient power, advanced AI systems are little more than expensive hardware waiting for a connection. This creates an immense opportunity for America’s electric utilities. For too long, utilities have been viewed simply as service providers. Today, they are strategic partners in America’s economic competitiveness and national security. THE AI REVOLUTION WILL GO WHEREVER THERE'S ELECTRICITY — AND CHINA KNOWS IT To win the AI race, America must unleash domestic energy production, accelerate infrastructure development, defend against cyber threats and ensure that the private sector — not residential ratepayers — finances this expansion. This is a crucial opportunity for the administration, Congress, state governments and the private sector to coordinate an energy strategy that prioritizes American competitiveness. Electric utilities possess the engineering expertise and operational experience necessary to support data center expansion. They understand regional demand, transmission constraints and the complex mechanics of grid reliability. However, building the necessary infrastructure takes time; new generation facilities, transmission lines and substations often require years of planning, permitting and construction. FIRST DATA CENTER BILL CLEARS HOUSE AS BOTH PARTIES SCRAMBLE FOR ANSWERS ON AFFORDABILITY Data center developers, meanwhile, want to move quickly to capitalize on the AI boom. To bridge this gap, utilities and developers must collaborate much earlier in the process, aligning construction schedules, forecasting demand and identifying necessary upfront investments. Washington can support this by streamlining permitting and reducing regulatory delays to provide long-term investment certainty. Crucially, data center developers must bear their fair share of the infrastructure costs driven by their massive electricity demands. Residential customers and small businesses should not subsidize infrastructure built primarily to serve trillion-dollar technology companies. Long-term power purchase agreements, dedicated infrastructure investments and minimum billing commitments can ensure large customers contribute appropriately. This is an argument for responsible, pro-business growth where financial risks are not shifted onto ordinary Americans. The White House’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge reinforces the principle that America can accelerate AI innovation without forcing ordinary Americans to subsidize Big Tech’s infrastructure demands. Electric utilities can benefit from increased electricity sales, long-term power contracts and investments in generation and grid infrastructure, provided data center developers pay their fair share of the costs. DATA CENTERS COULD BE THE SLEEPER ISSUE OF THE 2026 MIDTERM ELECTIONS To protect consumers, we must require transparent cost allocation, enforceable commitments from large data center customers and safeguards preventing residential ratepayers from being left with stranded infrastructure costs if projects are delayed, scaled back or abandoned. America cannot achieve energy dominance if it cannot generate enough electricity to power its expanding economy. Meeting this challenge requires an "all-of-the-above" strategy that evaluates energy resources strictly based on reliability, affordability and availability. TRUMP ENERGY DEPARTMENT ISSUES EMERGENCY ORDER TO PREVENT BLACKOUTS ACROSS 13 STATES AMID UNUSUAL OCTOBER HEAT Natural gas provides essential dispatchable generation, while nuclear energy offers dependable baseline power with low operational emissions. Hydroelectric power, wind, solar and battery storage all contribute where they make economic sense. Existing coal facilities also remain part of the equation where continued operation is economic and legally compliant. No single technology can solve every regional power challenge. Utilities need the flexibility to select the optimal resource mix for their customers. The objective is straightforward: build enough reliable generation and transmission capacity to meet rising demand without spiking energy prices. This is vital as data centers increasingly compete for power with manufacturers, hospitals, military bases and households. Energy abundance is a national security imperative. There is another critical threat that deserves far more attention: cybersecurity. The electric grid and digital infrastructure are deeply interconnected. Power disruptions halt essential computing services, while software incidents at technology providers can ripple back to affect critical infrastructure. Foreign adversaries and sophisticated cybercriminals understand these critical dependencies. Electric utilities operate vital infrastructure that must withstand attacks against corporate networks, industrial control systems and substations. Concurrently, data centers face distinct risks involving cloud platforms, software supply chains and third-party vendor access. These are interconnected risks that could have significant national security consequences. AN AI CYBERATTACK COULD TURN OFF AMERICA'S LIGHTS BEFORE WASHINGTON EVEN UNDERSTANDS WHY Utilities and data center operators must establish joint incident response plans, conduct realistic multisector exercises and develop secure mechanisms for sharing threat intelligence. Organizations should strengthen network segmentation, multi-factor authentication and vulnerability management. In particular, utilities must ensure that a compromise of ordinary corporate IT does not provide a path into operational technology controlling the grid. A stolen password should never become a gateway to disabling the power supply. Supply-chain security deserves equal focus. Hardware, software and remote maintenance arrangements can introduce vulnerabilities into both utility operations and data center environments. Companies must rigorously assess critical vendors and establish clear protocols for addressing compromised components. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION While the federal government has an important role in providing actionable threat intelligence, cybersecurity must not become an excuse for expensive, rigid mandates. Security frameworks should remain risk-based, practical and focused on resilience. The relationship between utilities and data centers should not be one-way. With the right investments, large computing facilities can help improve grid flexibility. Some AI training workloads can be shifted to off-peak hours, allowing operators to reduce consumption during periods of high demand. Furthermore, battery storage and appropriately designed on-site generation can provide grid stability during emergencies, turning data centers into strategic assets that strengthen, rather than strain, America's energy future. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4972dff311a5ed8b6e746 ‘My Body Hurts’: Christa Pike Describes Pain and Isolation After Botched Execution te 2026-10-30T13:10:05.949Z ‘My Body Hurts’: Christa Pike Describes Pain and Isolation After Botched Execution Convicted of a 1995 murder, Ms. Pike released her first statement since the failed attempt to execute her last month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4972cff311a5ed8b6e72b 5 days left: Your last chance to connect, scale, and save at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 te 2026-10-30T13:10:04.265Z 5 days left: Your last chance to connect, scale, and save at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 5 days to save up to $100, plus a second pass for free to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 in Boston on November 4. Register now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4972aff311a5ed8b6e722 Can AI data centers be mass-produced like cars? This startup aims to find out te 2026-10-30T13:10:02.604Z Can AI data centers be mass-produced like cars? This startup aims to find out Runware is building a factory to turn out prefabricated AI data centers on an assembly line. The real test will be whether it can deliver at that scale. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae494d7ff311a5ed8b6e6e0 Casual basketball fans gobsmacked at horrible Angel Reese highlights from an actual WNBA Finals game te 2026-10-30T13:00:07.728Z Casual basketball fans gobsmacked at horrible Angel Reese highlights from an actual WNBA Finals game Here's the bad news: The Golden State Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream on Thursday to force a Game 7. The good news? Regardless of what happens on Saturday, there will be no more WNBA until next May. That's right. Our long, national nightmare of trans debates and Sophie Cunningham slander and national anthem nonsense will go into hibernation for seven glorious months. And, frankly, we've earned it. It's exhausting. This whole season has been exhausting. It's also been the longest season in the history of sports. It just won't end! FROM ANTHEMS TO DEFINITIONS, THE WNBA KEEPS DOING DUMB THINGS, AND THE REASON FOR IT WILL LEAVE YOU SPEECHLESS Now, don't get me wrong — I enjoyed the content during the summer months. It kept the lights on around here when there was no football. We needed a spark, and Sophie Cunningham gave us one because she's a patriot. God bless her. SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM ACTED LIKE AN ADULT THIS WEEKEND WHILE ANGEL REESE PANDERED, RED-HOT RED SOX & CUBS SMACK! Everyone else, though? I'm out on them. Thank goodness that league is on the doorstep of the offseason. It can't get here fast enough. Before we go, though, I do have one final collection of Angel Reese highlights that are currently going mega-viral on social media in the wake of yesterday's loss. Reese ... did not have her best game: Thoughts? First impressions? Look, it was a tough game for Angel Reese. No sugarcoating it. No hiding it. Just to show you how truly bad everyone else was, Reese somehow finished with a +/- of +10, which is stunning given she turned the ball over six times and made just 27% of her shots. Feels like that shouldn't equate to positive play on the court, but what do I know? Sometimes, you just have a tough day at the office. That's what Angel experienced yesterday afternoon in a potential close-out WNBA Finals game. And yes — there was an actual WNBA Finals game played at noon yesterday. Amazing. That's another story in itself, and one I don't care much about. What I do care about is Angel Reese. She was solid early on in these finals, but the last few games have been a struggle. Perhaps she's getting tired of having to field questions from OutKick's Dan Zaksheske every other night when the league actually grants us a question? CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE WNBA PLAYERS, COACHES REFUSE TO EXPLAIN NATIONAL ANTHEM ABSENCES AMID MOUNTING CRITICISM Could be. Or, perhaps the pressure-cooker that is the WNBA Finals is just getting to her? Seems like a real possibility. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Again, yesterday wasn't her best: Oh well. What's done is done. The series shifts back to Golden State for one final WNBA game in 2026. This one is for all the marbles, folks. Will Angel rise to the moment? Will both teams disrespect our great national anthem for the 400th time? Will some gaslighting coach wear a "Trans Kids Lives Matters" shirt on the sideline? Better yet, will Angel wear another "Protect Black Women" shirt in 2026? SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Most importantly, will anyone watch since it's at 8 p.m. on a college football Saturday night and it's also Halloween night? Stay tuned! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae494d6ff311a5ed8b6e6d7 Koe Wetzel surprises fans with new country rock track 'Hard Way' featuring Stephen Wilson Jr. te 2026-10-30T13:00:06.359Z Koe Wetzel surprises fans with new country rock track 'Hard Way' featuring Stephen Wilson Jr. Koe Wetzel dropped some new music for his fans. Wetzel is one of the most popular singers in the country music world, and for good reason. His music can be incredibly emotional and heartbreaking, and it can also be unbelievably high-tempo and fun. The "Jaded" singer also is impressively able to blend rock vibes with traditional country music. That's exactly what he did with his latest release. KOE WETZEL GOES VIRAL WITH STRIPPED-DOWN 'WHEN I'M GONE' PERFORMANCE THAT HAS FANS BUZZING Wetzel surprised fans on Wednesday when he released a collaboration with Stephen Wilson Jr. The track is titled "Hard Way," and is now included on the deluxe version of Wetzel's "The Night Champion" album. The upbeat country/rock blend tells the story of needing to learn lessons in life the hard way in order to grow as a person. It's definitely going to be a massive hit with fans of Wetzel's music. Give it a listen below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. KOE WETZEL AND ELLA LANGLEY'S 'THAT'S WHY WE FIGHT' PERFORMANCE AT REDWEST FESTIVAL GOES VIRAL Pretty solid, right? This is an immediate addition to my "Liked Songs" playlist on Spotify. Judging from the comments on YouTube, I won't be the only one. One person wrote, "Another banger!! Who agrees??" Another added, "Man that first chorus had some Alice In Chains vibes. Love this s***." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER A third commented, "Koe dropped another banger." Koe Wetzel teaming up with Stephen Wilson Jr. is exactly what country fans want to see, and both delivered. Let me know your thoughts on "Hard Way" at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae494d3ff311a5ed8b6e6c6 Democratic Candidate Mary Peltola Denies Involvement in Alaska Ballot Stacking te 2026-10-30T13:00:03.523Z Democratic Candidate Mary Peltola Denies Involvement in Alaska Ballot Stacking Peltola told supporters on Thursday that she “knew nothing" about decoy Senate candidates recruited to run. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49285ff311a5ed8b6e64d From the editor: It starts with ‘Hello’ te 2026-10-30T12:50:13.046Z From the editor: It starts with ‘Hello’ I’ve visited the Mexican fast food joint around the corner from my office like clockwork for the last three years. Every week, I walk over to pick up my usual order of carne asada fries: everything on it with three sides of tomatillo salsa. I rarely stray from that, so when they see me walk in, the cashier confirms if I’ll have the number 19 or 22 and the chef knows to get the fryer ready.   We always exchange pleasantries but only learned each other’s names one windy October afternoon. Monica, Belen, Jesus.  It wasn’t a life-changing conversation. We didn’t exchange stories or make plans to meet up. We just put names to familiar faces, turning a weekly routine into something a little more personal. And somehow, that was enough to make a difficult week feel a little lighter.  When life gets hectic, it’s easy to underestimate how much these small connections matter. We share hallways, wait in lines, visit the same shops and pass the same people on our way through the day.   Sometimes we learn their names.   Sometimes we don’t.   But those brief encounters can become the beginnings of something meaningful: a small sense of belonging and a reminder that we’re part of something beyond ourselves.  That idea runs through this month’s issue. Our reporter Karen Bartunek introduces us to poets who have found community by putting their most vulnerable experiences into words, and contributor Ron Smith discusses how his work installing home lockboxes for seniors reveals a need that goes beyond safety. His story is a reminder that checking on a neighbor or taking time to listen can matter more than we realize.  Their stories look different, but they share a simple truth: Connection happens when we make room for one another. It can grow through a performance, a lesson, a song or a conversation with someone we’ve seen dozens of times but never really met.  I’d known Belen and Jesus for more than three years before we introduced ourselves. I’ll probably keep ordering the same carne asada fries, and I’m sure they’ll keep greeting me with the same quiet “hello” and chin nod.   This story first appeared in the November issue of InMaricopa. The post From the editor: It starts with ‘Hello’ appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4927cff311a5ed8b6e641 Whoever wins governor’s race will face biggest test after Election Day te 2026-10-30T12:50:04.739Z Whoever wins governor’s race will face biggest test after Election Day Key Points Gov. Katie Hobbs leads Congressman Andy Biggs in the polls ahead of Election Day The next governor will inherit several pressing issues with long-term stakes Hobbs and Biggs diverge sharply on the Colorado River, education and affordability Editor’s Note: Elections are about more than who wins. They determine who will govern — and what comes next. The State Affairs 6 focuses on six races, issues or ballot questions in each state that could shape political power and public policy well beyond Election Day. In the weeks leading to Nov. 3, our reporters will explain the people, forces and stakes behind each one — and what the outcome could mean for how Arizona is governed. On Tuesday, Arizona voters will decide whether to stay the course with Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs or return to Republican leadership under Congressman Andy Biggs.  Either way, the person sitting on the Ninth Floor in January will be tasked with navigating increasingly fraught Colorado River negotiations, cost of living concerns, potential school voucher reforms, education funding, data center policies and preparing for redistricting after 2030.  Hobbs and Biggs have almost completely divergent approaches to Arizona’s biggest challenges. As it stands, voters appear to favor the governor’s pitch, boosted by the millions of dollars she’s spent to deliver her message and attack her opponent. Hobbs led Biggs by 12 points in a HighGround Public Affairs poll conducted just over a week out from Election Day. While that margin is higher than most, every survey conducted after the primary election has put the governor ahead of the congressman.  Most of Arizona’s political observers attribute those numbers to a general lack of enthusiasm for Republicans nationwide amid President Donald Trump’s second term. But while Biggs’ staunchly conservative views earned him five terms in ruby-red Congressional District 5, they have complicated his pivot to a statewide audience.  “Andy Biggs is having to learn a different language because he’s never had to speak to independents or Democrats or moderate Republicans,” said Barrett Marson, a GOP public relations consultant. “And so he’s literally having to learn how to speak their language, and it’s not going well, given his history.” ————— Previously in the State Affairs 6: Election could reshape Arizona’s $1B ESA program Just a few seats could flip control of Arizona’s Legislature Arizona’s groundwater future hinges on 2026 election Corporation Commission race draws unusual attention over utility costs and data centers Arizona attorney general’s race will determine state’s legal landscape ————— Hobbs was never expected to run away with the contest, though. Pay-to-play allegations dogged her first term as she struggled to put major policy wins on the board while working with a hostile, Republican-controlled Legislature.  Some consultants argue the governor’s campaign still hasn’t given Arizonans much to vote for, focusing instead on who they should vote against.  “Voters need to be given an aspirational message to support you, to say, ‘Why do I want to vote? Why am I enthusiastic about supporting this guy?’” said Chuck Coughlin, CEO of HighGround. “That’s generally not because it’s not a message based on, ‘Well, the other guy sucks.’” Colorado River Once an obscure policy issue, Arizona’s Colorado River supply has become a key focus for both campaigns. No matter who wins next week, the state will still face drastic, federally imposed water cuts in 2028 if it can’t reach a more favorable, negotiated deal with the six other Colorado River Basin states. Arizona is facing cuts of up to 77%, and Hobbs and Biggs are split over how to move forward.  “It is imperative that no matter who is governor, they take on the role of the sober-minded adult who is fact-driven and is minimizing the politics of water and maximizing the science of water,” said Stan Barnes, a longtime lobbyist and former state lawmaker. “And I think both will, because they simply have to. Anything else would be letting down the constituency and perhaps leading to a very difficult future for Arizona.” Hobbs said she is taking the necessary steps to lessen the cuts by joining Nevada’s lawsuit against the federal government. But Biggs said she hasn’t done enough.  “She advocated for this deal, and now she’s trying to have it both ways as Election Day draws closer and more Arizonans express how concerned they are with our access to water,” Biggs’ campaign said of the lawsuit. “Katie Hobbs has failed to secure our water future, and her flip-flopping on this deal won’t fix anything.” Meanwhile, Hobbs’ office claims Biggs is a day late and a dollar short on the Colorado River conversation.  “For the last decade in Congress, Andy Biggs has been completely MIA on Arizona’s water security,” said Christian Slater, Hobbs’ communications director, in a statement. “Andy Biggs’ cheap talking points are no substitute for real leadership.” Gov. Katie Hobbs chats with members of the Buffalo Soldiers Regiment at the Veterans Hall of Fame event on Friday (Capitol Media Services photo by Howard Fischer) Affordability Voters increasingly frustrated with Arizona’s cost of living will also decide whether to continue Hobbs’ first-term initiatives or give Biggs’ bold tax-cut proposal a shot. Biggs hopes to deliver immediate relief to Arizonans by eliminating the state’s 2.5% flat income tax during his potential first term. The income tax made up 31% of the state’s fiscal year 2026 budget, meaning Biggs will have to get creative to make the cuts work.  Hobbs hasn’t made any specific promises on affordability, instead highlighting programs she created over the past four years providing down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, forgiving medical debt, offering utility bill relief and shortening childcare waitlists.  But 2027 will bring even more financial challenges as the federal One Big Beautiful Bill’s impacts continue to materialize.  More than 400,000 Arizonans were removed from the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program after the bill passed in 2025. The Department of Economic Security has struggled to process applications under new, federally mandated work requirements while also attempting to lower the state’s payment error rate. Arizona is also facing new Medicaid eligibility requirements and expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies that will raise insurance premiums by 27.9%. The two candidates found common ground on data centers. Hobbs secured a three-year moratorium on tax incentives for data center developers, and both have pledged to eliminate them entirely. They have also rejected calls to pause data center development.  Education After a referendum on Arizona’s controversial Empowerment Scholarship Accounts program fell short earlier this year, the Legislature and the governor will decide the future of the school voucher system in 2027. Hobbs has tried and failed several times to place guardrails on the ESA program, which allows students to receive state funding for private school tuition or homeschooling materials. Biggs has pledged to protect and expand it, largely dismissing calls for reforms.  But a pro-ESA group warned Republican state lawmakers in September that voters still want changes to the program, which costs taxpayers around $1 billion a year. The American Federation of Children urged lawmakers to add safeguards to create certainty for families who use the program, rather than leaving it exposed to future citizen initiatives.  Arizona’s public schools are also in a precarious financial position, as lawmakers and Hobbs could not reach a deal to extend Proposition 123 before it expired in 2025. The education funding measure, originally passed in 2016, provided money to public schools through a 6.9% withdrawal from the state land trust.  Both Hobbs and Biggs support an extension of Prop. 123, but Biggs told reporters in September that he would want to see guardrails ensuring that the funding from the state land trust goes into classrooms directly. Hobbs previously proposed increasing the annual withdrawal rate to 8.9%, but pledged to leave all options on the table for renewal conversations if reelected.  Redistricting and the courts Arizona Republicans are already eyeing the 2030 redistricting cycle, and the next governor would have a large say in the process. The state’s Appellate Court Commission recommends candidates for the Independent Redistricting Commission to legislative leaders, who ultimately select the commissioners. Ahead of the 2020 census, former Gov. Doug Ducey nominated only independents and Republicans to the Appellate Court Commission, effectively ensuring no Democrats weighed in on the IRC applicant pool.  So far, Hobbs has only appointed Democrats to the Appellate Court Commission. Meanwhile, Republicans like Biggs, Senate President Warren Petersen and Congressman Paul Gosar are attempting to galvanize the GOP base around a future redistricting fight. “Arizona could gain as many as three seats,” Gosar said at a Trump rally in Bullhead City. “And that’s why we need to make certain that Andy Biggs is our governor to help us ensure that we have fair redistricting.” Biggs has also told supporters that Hobbs, if reelected, could appoint as many as three state Supreme Court justices. Hobbs has already made one appointment to Arizona’s highest court, and Biggs characterized her judicial appointees as “radical left-wing activists.”  Both the redistricting cycle and judicial nominations put either candidate in a position to shape Arizona’s governance far beyond their terms in office, Doug Cole, a lobbyist and member of the Commission of Judicial Performance Review, noted. “There are few things that a governor can do that are more important to that individual’s legacy than judicial appointments,” Cole said. The post Whoever wins governor’s race will face biggest test after Election Day first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae49024ff311a5ed8b6e5c4 Peltola insists 'I knew nothing' about alleged 'Decoy Dan' scheme as Sullivan alleges she is 'still lying' te 2026-10-30T12:40:04.375Z Peltola insists 'I knew nothing' about alleged 'Decoy Dan' scheme as Sullivan alleges she is 'still lying' Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola insisted she "knew nothing" about an alleged scheme to recruit people with the same name as her opponent to run in the election, while incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan told Fox News she is "still lying." "I just want to clear the air," Peltola began in a speech to supporters on Thursday in Juneau. "I knew nothing about any other candidates on the ballot except for me and the incumbent. That is all I have ever known about. I am not interested in tricking voters. I know I can beat Dan Sullivan." In an interview with Fox News, Sullivan, a Republican, said Peltola's campaign "demonstrated the most corrupt action you could take." "Most candidates, when they run for office, I've run for office, and this is my third election. You sit down at the beginning of your election with your advisers to think about 'What's my record? I'm going to run on a strong record. What's my vision? What do I want to get done?' Peltola sat down with her advisers, Democrats from D.C. and Alaska, and their first order of business was 'how do we cheat? How do we make sure Alaskans throw away their votes?'" Sullivan said. "This was a secret project that they had. And then they worked on it for over a year. And then she consistently lied about it. What's amazing to me is how consistently and casually everyone involved in this, from Kirsten Gillibrand and Schumer down to Peltola and her advisors, and everybody in between lied about this directly to the Alaskan people," Sullivan continued. "Heck, Peltola is still lying about it, right?" SEN DAN SULLIVAN BRANDS PELTOLA’S ALLEGED BALLOT SCHEME A ‘SCANDAL AT THE HIGHEST ORDER’ The New York Times reported Wednesday that Peltola’s campaign, as well as senior aides at the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, carried out the alleged election scheme in hopes that voters would be confused by two Dan Sullivans and therefore draw support from the incumbent Republican senator. The Justice Department is moving to delay certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate election results since two individuals by the name of Dan Sullivan appear alongside each other on the ballot. The state’s incumbent U.S. senator is listed on the ballot as "Sullivan, Dan S.," while the other Dan Sullivan, a retired schoolteacher, is listed as "Sullivan, Daniel J. Jr." The latter is known to his critics as "Decoy Dan." PELTOLA CAMPAIGN'S ALLEGED DAN SULLIVAN SPOILER PLOT TAKES NEW TURN AS DOJ FACES MAJOR LEGAL HURDLE Sen. Sullivan told Fox News correspondent Matt Finn that what he is hearing on the campaign trail is "the disdain that this shows that Peltola has for the Alaskan people." "Think about it. Her first big move as a candidate, she hadn't announced her candidacy yet, was to rig the system and work together to cheat and to recruit a candidate whose sole purpose, we all know now, was to confuse Alaskans to rig the vote for her. It is a shocker. It's the biggest scandal in Alaskan electoral history by far," Sullivan said. "Mary Peltola and her campaign and the Democrats in D.C. and Alaska think the Alaskan people are dumb. We're not dumb," Sullivan added. "And this is going to have a huge impact on the election. We're going to win." Fox News Digital's Nora Moriarty contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4891dff311a5ed8b6e478 Ancient account of Jesus challenges centuries of scholarly doubt: 'Totally authentic' te 2026-10-30T12:10:05.547Z Ancient account of Jesus challenges centuries of scholarly doubt: 'Totally authentic' A scholar believes a nearly 2,000-year-old account of Jesus may be more historically reliable than previously thought, challenging longstanding doubts about one of the earliest non-Christian accounts of his life. T.C. Schmidt, an associate professor of religious studies at Fairfield University in Connecticut, is the author of a 2025 book titled "Josephus and Jesus: New Evidence for the One Called Christ," examining a long-disputed passage about Jesus written by the ancient Jewish historian Josephus. Josephus lived from roughly 37 to 100 A.D., and wrote about Jesus in his work "Antiquities of the Jews," providing one of the few surviving non-Christian accounts of his life. AUTHOR DINESH D'SOUZA CHALLENGES BIBLE SKEPTICS WITH 'STARTLING' ARCHAEOLOGICAL DISCOVERIES In the passage, Josephus described Jesus as a wise man who attracted followers and was sentenced to crucifixion under Pontius Pilate. The text also referred to reports that Jesus appeared alive again after his death. For centuries, scholars have debated whether Christian scribes altered the passage, which contains statements about Jesus that some historians believe would have been unusual for a non-Christian Jewish writer. But Schmidt told Fox News Digital that his research suggests the passage is authentic, citing linguistic analysis and comparisons with Josephus' other writings. Schmidt examined ancient versions of Josephus' account in Greek, Latin, Syriac, Arabic and Armenian, using textual comparisons and computer-assisted stylistic analysis to argue that the disputed passage was consistent with Josephus' writing style. ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNCOVER MYSTERIOUS FACE HIDDEN FOR CENTURIES IN BOOK OF REVELATION CITY His analysis, Schmidt said, found similarities throughout the passage. "I show that every single phrase in the passage can be indexed back to Josephus. It all sounds like something Josephus would say," Schmidt told Fox News Digital. Schmidt also argued that some of Josephus' descriptions of Jesus have been misinterpreted, making the passage appear more favorable to Christianity than Schmidt believes Josephus intended. For example, he said Josephus' description of Jesus performing supernatural deeds does not necessarily mean the historian believed those powers came from God. SITE WHERE JESUS WAS CRUCIFIED AND BURIED REVEALS NEW EVIDENCE THAT BACKS BIBLICAL ACCOUNT Instead, the language is more ambiguous, leaving open whether those powers were believed to come from divine or demonic sources. "This actually sounds like something a non-Christian Jew would have said," Schmidt said. "We have other accounts of later Jews saying similar things about Jesus." "So you add it all together and the style of the passage matches Josephus and the claims of the message match what Josephus would have said as a non-Christian Jew," he added. "In other words, the passage looks totally authentic." Schmidt said his findings could strengthen the historical evidence surrounding Jesus' life. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "What this passage does is that it solidifies Jesus in history," Schmidt said. He said Josephus' account corroborates details found in the Gospels, including Jesus' disciples, his reputation for performing miracles and his crucifixion under Pontius Pilate. Schmidt also emphasized the passage's reference to Jesus' resurrection, arguing that it provides historical evidence of what his earliest followers believed. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "Josephus doesn't himself affirm the resurrection, but he does affirm that early Christians, the disciples of Jesus, believed that Jesus was resurrected on the third day," Schmidt said. When asked about his book's reception, Schmidt said his book has received positive feedback, with some reconsidering their views on the passage's authenticity. The authenticity of Josephus' account still remains a subject of scholarly debate, with historians continuing to disagree over how much of the passage may have been altered by later Christian scribes. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Looking ahead, Schmidt said he has identified two or three additional possible connections between Josephus and people associated with Jesus' crucifixion since the book was published — a subject of future research. Schmidt also encouraged readers to examine historical sources for themselves, noting that his own research led him to question what he had previously been taught. "I was taught my whole scholarly life that this paragraph by Josephus was not authentic. And I believed that," Schmidt said. "But as I began sifting the evidence, everything kept pointing to the idea that it's authentic." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4891cff311a5ed8b6e46f Joe Manchin warns Democratic socialists are gaining ground as Democrats remain silent te 2026-10-30T12:10:04.289Z Joe Manchin warns Democratic socialists are gaining ground as Democrats remain silent Former West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin criticized what he sees as his former party's embrace of the progressive left, warning that Democratic socialists are gaining ground while longtime Democrats largely remain silent. "That's why I'm an independent," Manchin said on the "Hang Out with Sean Hannity" podcast. "[Members of the Democratic Party] went from liberal to progressives to DSA. It just keeps going on that trend," he added. KYRSTEN SINEMA QUESTIONS WHETHER MODERATES STILL HAVE A PLACE IN THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY Manchin left the Democratic Party after frequently breaking with fellow Democrats while serving in Congress. The longtime moderate registered as an independent in May 2024. In a statement announcing his departure, Manchin criticized extremism on both the left and right, saying he had "seen both the Democrat and Republican parties leave West Virginia and our country behind for partisan extremism while jeopardizing our democracy." Manchin also argued that neither party was willing to "find common ground" or "put country before party." CARVILLE SAYS HE'D RATHER REPUBLICANS KEEP THE HOUSE THAN DEMOCRATS WIN BY FIVE SEATS, HELD 'HOSTAGE' BY DSA During his conversation with Hannity, Manchin expressed disbelief that many Democrats appear unwilling to challenge the Democratic Socialists of America's (DSA) growing influence within the party. "That's beyond me," he said, suggesting that some longtime Democrats may be afraid to challenge the party's more progressive wing. "The bottom line is... let's look at the elections coming up. If the House changes... if it flips over to Democrat control, a lot of the flipping is going to happen in kind of a purple area, not a hard blue area. [A] hard blue area is where they're going to maybe flip to DSA." Manchin's comments come as progressive and Democratic socialist candidates seek to gain seats in Congress. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is among the Democratic socialists who have won high-profile elections, underscoring the movement's electoral gains. Fox News' Chris Pandolfo contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae48213ff311a5ed8b6e2e5 Vance calls for investigation into alleged Dem ballot scheme and more top headlines te 2026-10-30T11:40:03.975Z Vance calls for investigation into alleged Dem ballot scheme and more top headlines 1. Vance tells Jesse Watters during town hall: 'If it's not illegal, it should be' — follow today's LIVE COVERAGE 2. Minnesota official's message to Somali voters before election triggers instant outrage 3. Netanyahu claims election 'stolen' as Arab parties emerge as potential kingmakers   MAJOR HEADLINES 1940-2026 — 'Star Trek' legend Patrick Stewart dies at 86. Continue reading … ‘KIDS ARE THE TARGET’ — Drug dealers turn college campuses into deadly student hunting grounds. Continue reading … HIGH ALERT — Woman shot outside Virginia Republican Party headquarters days before midterm elections. 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This land is my land. But it’s not a DEI land Recently, I was on an extended business trip across the United States that ultimately touched upon planes, trains, automobiles, ships, bridges and majestic skyscrapers. Along the way, I honestly paused in awe to marvel at modern jetliners; the engines pulling passenger and freight trains cross-country; driverless taxis; four-football-field-long megacruise ships; the George Washington and the Golden Gate bridges; and 60-story-plus office towers in New York City, San Francisco and Los Angeles. As I pondered them all over the course of the trip, I had two immediate thoughts. The first being that, in one way or another, those modes of transportation and that stunning and often historic infrastructure all held human life within and upon them. The second was that all were devised and built via meritocracy. DEI, identity politics and woke dictates played no role in their construction. Nor should they ever, when what is being designed and built will eventually determine the safety of human lives. MEDICAL SCHOOLS ACCUSED OF REBRANDING DEI PROGRAMS TO EVADE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SCRUTINY My third and overriding thought was: "That’s all about to be thrown out the window once the ‘religion’ of wokeism comes roaring back into play across the spectrum of our lives." If you think otherwise, I most humbly believe you either have not been paying attention to current events or are fooling yourself via the cliché: "Ignorance is bliss." To be clear, I don’t care if someone is female, male, Black, White, brown, straight, gay, trans, liberal, conservative, faith-based or an atheist. If that person happens to be the best person for the job based solely upon merit and real-world experience, they should get it. Period. PETE HEGSETH’S ANTI-DEI SPEECH AT WEST POINT IS A TEMPLATE TO SAVE AMERICAN LIVES But, if that person is being inserted into the flight deck of a commercial aircraft; the control tower of an airport; the bridge of a military or commercial ship; behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler; into a police force or fire department; or behind the controls of a major utility simply because of "identity politics," then the lives in the hands of those occupations are exposed to much higher risk simply to appease an ideological narrative. There are many people – myself included – who strongly believe that DEI never went away. That it was never "defeated" or "crippled." Rather, we believe that it was placed in a purposeful "sleeper mode" by the powerful prophets of "woke" who were simply biding their time while riding out the peak influence of President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement. SENATE CONTROL IS A COIN FLIP — AND DEMOCRATS’ PATH RUNS THROUGH TRUMP COUNTRY If the Democrats retake control of the House of Representatives – and quite possibly the Senate – on Nov. 3, expect those identity-politics-pushing prophets to signal their various flocks to fire up the DEI machines across the corporate, academic, political, media and governmental spectrums. As a stark reminder of the malicious power DEI can wield, we have these exposés: the first being the recent report from the head of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) which outlined in detail that his agency uncovered "irrefutable evidence that the nation's largest banks have denied, debanked and discriminated against customers and lawful businesses." ELI STEELE: SPLC'S ‘HATE MAP’ HELPED BANKS WEAPONIZE AND EXPLOIT WHITE GUILT No surprise at all that many of those targeted were conservative or faith-based. Regarding this seemingly DEI-fueled discrimination, Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould stressed in part: "Americans should have access to financial services regardless of their beliefs, affiliations, or political views." Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott, R-S.C., told Fox News Digital: "Debanking Americans over faith or politics is simply un-American. Expect to hear more from the Banking Committee on this important issue when Congress returns." TRUMP DOJ EXPANDS RELIGIOUS LIBERTY PROTECTIONS AFTER MAJOR SUPREME COURT RULINGS U.S. banks targeting elements of their own customer base because of politics and faith because they happen to operate via the dictates of woke and staffed via identity politics is not only chilling, but dangerous. And yet, such illicit conduct not only exists, but might soon be dialed up to "blast." Going back to the DEI-compromised airline industry, we have first, this recent editorial from The Wall Street Journal: "Flying the Socialist Skies at United CEO Scott Kirby wants a wealth tax. How about more leg room instead?" WHEN AIRLINE PILOTS SAY THERE ARE SAFETY ISSUES, WE NEED POLICYMAKERS TO LISTEN AND ACT Kirby, who, according to the Journal, made over $32 million in compensation last year now wants to tackle "wealth inequality" in the United States. Of course he does. Not surprising, as he has seemingly long been a fan of woke and DEI. Back in 2021, Kirby pushed DEI hiring practices to the max by stating in part: "Over the next decade, United will train 5,000 pilots who will be guaranteed a job with United, after they complete the requirements of the Aviate program – and our plan is for half of them to be women and people of color." FAA BREAKS CONTROLLER HIRING RECORD AFTER CHIEF WARNED SYSTEM WAS ‘CHRONICALLY UNDERSTAFFED’ Kirby continued: "We're excited that JPMorgan Chase has agreed to support our work to diversify our pilot ranks and create new opportunities for thousands of women and people of color who want to pursue a career in aviation." JPMorgan. Interesting. Would anyone be surprised to learn that JPMorgan has also been implicated in the "debanking" scandal. GOP FRESHMAN FIREBRAND TARGETS GLOBAL CONSULTING GIANT OVER 'PLAINLY ILLEGAL' DEI PRACTICES I have a wild idea for Kirby: How about hiring only the most-qualified pilots based entirely upon merit. And if half of them happen to be women and minorities, all the better. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The planes we fly; the ships we sail; the trains that move us from city to city; the bridges we cross; and the skyscrapers we ascend via elevator are all testaments to genius and meritocracy. But very soon, all may be designed and built not by the most qualified, but someone who checks an ideological identity politics box. DEI is about to come back with a vengeance if political control switches hands on Nov. 3. If – and when – it does, the lives of countless Americans will be put at more risk in service to woke over merit. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM DOUGLAS MACKINNON Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae47b0cff311a5ed8b6e1d5 Common developmental condition linked to higher risk of Parkinson's-related disorders te 2026-10-30T11:10:04.240Z Common developmental condition linked to higher risk of Parkinson's-related disorders Older adults diagnosed with autism face a significantly higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease-related movement disorders compared to the general population, according to a large new study published in the journal Autism. Researchers analyzed Medicare and Medicaid claims data covering nearly 57 million Americans aged 45 and older between 2017 and 2019. Individuals on the spectrum, as well as those with intellectual disabilities, were diagnosed with parkinsonism at much higher rates than those without autism. HOW EATING HABITS COULD INFLUENCE PARKINSON’S DISEASE RISK, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS Parkinsonism refers to a range of neurological conditions characterized by certain movement symptoms, including tremors, muscle rigidity, balance difficulties and slowed voluntary movement, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. While earlier research suggested an overlap between autism and motor decline later in life, it was unclear whether those problems stemmed from the condition or from antipsychotic medications, which are widely known to trigger Parkinson’s-like symptoms as a secondary side effect. To determine whether medications explained the link, researchers excluded people who took antipsychotics from the analysis. They still found higher rates of Parkinson’s-related diagnoses in neurodivergent populations. In the general population control group, the prevalence of parkinsonism was roughly 1.57%. The prevalence rose to 3.83% among adults with autism alone, 4.32% for those with an intellectual disability alone, and 4.86% among individuals diagnosed with both autism and an intellectual disability. PARKINSON’S PATIENT’S YEARS-LONG TREMOR VANISHES WITHIN MINUTES OF NEW ULTRASOUND TREATMENT "A critically important new contribution of this study is increased incidence rates of parkinsonism for autistic people in middle and older adulthood, which suggests that these cases aren’t simply a byproduct of lifelong motor challenges," Greg Wallace, lead author and a professor in the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., said in a press release. The study represents the first time scientists have tracked the incidence rate, or the risk of newly emerging cases over time, among older autistic individuals. "It is therefore important for clinicians to establish clear baselines of motor skills and challenges during adulthood that can be tracked over time," Wallace added. Dr. Lee Murray, a neurologist based in Jackson, Tennessee, said this study clarifies previous research that suggested patients with autism are at a higher risk of having Parkinson's. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "This study takes into account the use of antipsychotic medications that can cause a Parkinson's look (resting tremor, stiffness, shuffled gait, stooped posture, softened voice), which is a different pathology than stereotypical or idiopathic Parkinson's disease," Murray, who was not involved in the study, told Fox News Digital. "This study showed patients with autism that was associated intellectual disability seem to have the greatest association with concomitant Parkinson's." The neurologist cautioned that autism encompasses a wide range of symptoms and severity, so the findings don't mean that people with milder cases face a significantly higher risk of Parkinson’s disease. "It certainly is an interesting correlation, although it does not imply that someone with autism is certain to develop Parkinson's," Murray added. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "From a clinical perspective, is helpful to review medications with the autistic patient's physicians and, if possible, try to avoid medications that may cause a Parkinson's appearance." Despite the scope of the data, the authors noted several key limitations of using insurance records. The investigation relied on billing and diagnostic codes submitted through Medicare and Medicaid, which can contain errors or reflect differences in how clinics and medical providers diagnose conditions. The reliance on claims data also means researchers could not assess the severity of individual motor symptoms or examine the role of lifestyle factors, genetics and family history, they noted. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Additionally, the data only captured adults who were enrolled in public insurance programs, potentially leaving out older individuals who rely strictly on private health insurance. Because people on the autism spectrum may already struggle with coordination, repetitive behaviors or executive functioning challenges, experts say early indicators of Parkinson’s disease can be missed or mistaken, potentially delaying essential care. "Patients with autism can have atypical movements that can be misdiagnosed as Parkinson's if the examiner is not accustomed to diagnosing it," Murray confirmed. The researchers emphasized the need for physicians, long-term care facilities and family caregivers to closely monitor older autistic patients for motor decline so interventions can begin as early as possible. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae47b0bff311a5ed8b6e1cc JACKSON THOMPSON: Gronk calls on NFL to punish refs, says Patriots made last Super Bowl due to easy schedule te 2026-10-30T11:10:03.165Z JACKSON THOMPSON: Gronk calls on NFL to punish refs, says Patriots made last Super Bowl due to easy schedule Rob Gronkowski is calling for the NFL to institute referee punishments amid a slew of questionable officiating decisions this season. The New England Patriots legend also revealed he is skeptical of his long-time team's chances at getting back to the Super Bowl, and suggested they made it last year due to a weak schedule. Gronkowki shared his bevy of strong takes, revealed some newly-unearthed secrets about Bill Belichick's strangest rules, and revealed a new technology he is using to heal his body from the wear and tear of football in an interview with OutKick. Gronkowski believes officials should face consequences just as the players and coaches whose games they help decide do. "So yeah, I think, you know, it would be fair and square to, you know, put the referees on a pedestal as well and — and have punishment just like any coach or any NFL player can be punished just like that," Gronkowski said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Asked whether the NFL needs more accountability for officials, Gronkowski pointed to how quickly a player’s fortunes can change. "I think so, actually, because players are accountable. Players can be cut the very next day and you’ve seen players cut," he continued. Gronkowski’s comments followed Tom Brady’s criticism of several calls during the Detroit Lions’ 20-17 win over the Green Bay Packers during Sunday's NFL on FOX broadcast. Brady and FOX rules analyst Dean Blandino disputed multiple decisions, including roughing-the-passer penalties and an intentional grounding call. Gronkowski agreed with his former quarterback’s broader concerns. "I don’t think the referees are doing that great of a job. I think they can definitely improve," he said. He identified pass interference and roughing-the-passer calls as areas that need improvement before the postseason, warning that incorrect flags could determine games. "We want it to be fair and square. That’s what fans want to see," he said. "Yes, you call it when it’s appropriate, but when it’s not appropriate, you know, it doesn’t need to be called and affects the game in all ways." NFL FINES THREE HEAD COACHES $250,000 FOR THEIR CONDUCT TOWARD OFFICIALS: REPORT The NFL already grades officials on every play, according to its Football Operations website. Those evaluations help determine postseason assignments. Gronkowski also recalled his own frustration with offensive pass interference penalties when defenders collided with him. "It was just me running and I was just a bigger body. So the guy would bounce off of me, you know, even though he ran into me and then I would get the flag. It just didn’t make any sense," he said. The Patriots enter Week 8 at 4-3 after a 30-24 loss to the Chicago Bears, and have shown signs of regression after reaching the Super Bowl last year. "Their schedule definitely was pretty, pretty simple last year. They’re playing tougher opponents this year, tougher defenses. I think that has more to play with it," Gronkowski said of the Patriots. "I definitely think the schedule plays a part in it for sure. It really does." Gronkowski sees a playoff team in New England. He is less convinced he sees a championship team. "The Patriots, I think, are a pretty solid, you know, football team. And I think they’re going to make the playoffs. They definitely have a chance at winning their division. They just got to pick it up," he said. "I just don’t see enough right now for them to be a potential, you know, Super Bowl candidate." NFL REFS HAVE SET ALL-TIME RECORD FOR FLAGS THIS SEASON, AND IT'S CHANGING THE OUTCOME OF GAMES Gronkowski also pointed offensive injuries and the need for more playmakers. He said New England’s offense had been clicking more consistently last season. "They’re just having some problems right now, a couple injuries, injuries all across the offensive line. They’re depleted there. So I think the injuries, you know, to the offensive unit is playing a crucial part as well," he said. "And once they get everyone back and AJ Brown gets fully healthy, I think they can start clicking at a high level then." Asked what he would bring to the current locker room, Gronkowski emphasized experience and a belief that the team can win regardless of the circumstances. "I would say just a mentality of bringing it at practice and also having just a winning mentality that, hey, no matter the situation, we’re going to come, we’re going to find a way to win this game," he said. Gronkowski’s memories of the Patriots include Bill Belichick’s rules for what players could do away from the field — including a ban on burning incense in hotel rooms. "He said, not even incense are allowed to be burned in your hotel room," Gronkowski recalled, explaining that Belichick wanted to leave no room for interpretation about burning anything. But the rule that bothered him most involved where veteran players had to sleep during training camp. "I would just say the most wildest one, though, was having veteran players stay at the hotel, even though their homes are closer to the facility than the hotel throughout training camp," he said. "That definitely drove a couple of veteran players like myself crazy." Still, Gronkowski said he understood the reasoning behind Belichick’s strict approach. He credited Belichick and Brady with shaping his habits, calling them "the two biggest leaders of my life." Brady’s approach to food and preparation, in particular, offered a lesson Gronkowski could carry beyond football. "He didn’t force it down anyone, but you just watch him. That’s what it’s all about is leading by example," Gronkowski said. Now, Gronkowski’s own priorities include staying active and managing the physical toll of his playing career. "If you have your health, you know, you have everything," he said. He continues to work out and incorporates hot yoga, saunas and float tanks into his routine. He also discussed his partnership with DNA Vibe, whose Jazz Band wearable he credits with helping him manage aches and pains. "You got to ask someone that truly knows the science behind red light therapy, but, you know, I just like to do it because I’ve tried it, you know, through my own experiences and it works," he said. DNA Vibe founder and CEO Perry Kamel said the device combines red and infrared light, micro-vibration and magnetic pulses, which the company markets as supporting the body’s natural recovery processes. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "One of the things that I love about being at DNA Vibe is that the mission of the company is to help every single person live at their peak potential no matter who you are," Gronkowski is also promoting a 30‑Day free tryout for the product. Gronkowski sees a connection between McCarthy and Brady, but it has more to do with their response to adversity than their playing styles. "They’re totally different quarterbacks, they really really are," he said. "The only similarities is that you’ve got to go through adversity to be great." Both quarterbacks played in big games for Michigan, and then didn't have the smoothest starts to their NFL careers. Brady was famously a sixth-round draft pick who had to spend a year climbing the New England depth chart just to reach the backup role at the start of year two. McCarthy, the No. 10 overall pick in 2024, had to work his way back into a starting role after losing his job in Minnesota and getting traded to the Giants. The Vikings traded McCarthy to the Giants on Sept. 28 for a 2027 fifth-round pick. He completed 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards in his first Giants start, a 27-21 overtime win over the Houston Texans on Sunday. Gronkowski said McCarthy had shown he was prepared when another opportunity arrived, drawing a comparison to Brady’s readiness when he moved from backup to starter. "That’s also very similar as well is when your number is called and you’re ready to go," he said. He believes McCarthy can help take New York to the postseason. "I really do think he has what it takes to take the Giants team to the playoffs," Gronkowski said. "He has a resurgence, he has vengeance within his eyes and that’s what I saw." Gronkowski also defended the attention surrounding NFL players’ celebrity relationships, particularly Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. "I think it boosted it to a whole other level. I think it got more eyeballs on the game. I think it was great for the NFL to expand its broadcasts to expand to its fan base," he said of their relationship. "Overall I just see that it was very positive and it helped out tremendously because NFL wants to grow. It wants to grow in the US. It wants to grow overseas and it couldn’t have been a better situation with those two." Asked whether the focus on celebrity couples could annoy fans, Gronkowski rejected the idea that broadcasts have gone too far. "I think it’s great for visibility and I don’t think it’s overexposed at all. It’s not like they’re sitting down doing interviews with them. They’re just showing their partner cheering for them and that’s just like any other relationship in life," he said. "Every partner’s cheering for their partner and that’s what life is all about. I think it’s great and it’s not overexposed at all either and it’s just perfect where it’s at." Gronkowski is also optimistic about the entertainment planned for the NFL’s biggest stage. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Jay-Z was announced Monday as the Super Bowl LXI halftime performer. The game is scheduled for Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. His company, Roc Nation, has partnered with the NFL on the halftime show since 2019. Asked about Jay-Z choosing himself for the performance, Gronkowski suggested that would be a reason to expect something special. "You know, I can tell you this, if Jay Z is in control of picking the halftime show and he picks himself, I can tell you this, expect a hell of a show because I’m not picking myself unless if I know I’m going to bring the heat," he said. "So you know, Jay Z has something up his sleeve and it’s going to be popping." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4765bff311a5ed8b6df63 Lincoln Riley addresses speculation about his future at USC ahead of huge game against Ohio State te 2026-10-30T10:50:03.385Z Lincoln Riley addresses speculation about his future at USC ahead of huge game against Ohio State To say that expectations were high at USC heading into the 2026 college football season would be an understatement. The Trojans, especially head coach Lincoln Riley, were adamant that this year would be different than the recent disappointments. SC finished 9-3 in 2025, brought in the number one recruiting class in the country, added some talent at key positions in the transfer portal, and returned starting quarterback Jayden Maiava after a strong 2025. They hired former TCU head coach Gary Patterson to run the defense. In theory, the elements had finally come together to return the program to prominence. And they said as much. "The time is now," the marketing campaign went. Riley gave interviews in the spring, including one to On3, where he said the administration got "serious" about competing at the highest levels of college football. LINCOLN RILEY’S USC TENURE COULD END WITH LOSS AGAINST OHIO STATE’S BACKUP QUARTERBACK, AND $70M BUYOUT "USC had to get really serious about being great in the sport again," he explained. " I give the school administration — everybody — credit. They have. "Taking this over, you knew you had to go fight like hell just to try to get this window opened," Riley said. "And we’re at a point right now where there’s a lot to be excited about and a lot in front of us. It’s been a lot of work for a lot of people, a lot of commitment from a lot of people to get there, and it should be a lot of fun these next few years." "We came here to win championships," he continued. " A lot of us have been fortunate enough to be a part of a lot of championships. We certainly didn’t come here for anything less. We’ve got to go buckle down and improve and really come together, but there’s the makings of a championship-level football team in that building right now." Fast-forward to late-October, and they're anything but. After an inexcusable loss to Wisconsin this past weekend, USC is now 6-2 and unranked in the AP Poll. While they had a nice win over Penn State in a hostile "White Out" environment in Happy Valley, the Trojans lost at home to a very mediocre Oregon Ducks team playing a backup quarterback. The seven points they scored against the Badgers on the road, after a bye week no less, represented the lowest point total of any Lincoln Riley-coached team. With a senior quarterback in his third season in the program and a very highly-paid offensive line. Naturally, the defense wasn't good enough to keep the game close. It never is. The performance, the record, the mediocrity, the consistent underachievement ... all of it has led to rampant, and growingly serious, speculation that Riley's job is contingent on a strong finish to the season. Perfect timing to host Ohio State and go on the road to face Indiana. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Part of the speculation is the assumption, or the observation, that Riley doesn't seem fully connected to the USC program. That he's ready to move on as much as the SC fanbase is ready to move on from him. He addressed those questions and opinions at a news conference this week, saying that he's fully committed to staying in LA and that SC is where he belongs. LINCOLN RILEY HOT SEAT RUMORS GET LOUDER AFTER 'FIRE LINCOLN' CHANTS DURING USC-WASHINGTON "Listen, if I didn't want to be at this place, I wouldn't have come here in the first place. I've had plenty of opportunities to leave," Riley explained Tuesday afternoon. "This is where I want to be. This is the right place for me. I'm the right person to be here. And that's as honest and transparent as I can be with you guys. "I love it here. I mean like I told you guys a lot of times — there's not many people in college football history that gave up what I gave up to come here," Riley said. "I don't care if it's 15 years down the line, that never should be taken lightly. It's certainly not taken lightly by me. I came here because I believe in this place and none of that has changed whatsoever." That's an interesting way to put it, because it's not exactly clear what Riley "gave up" to come to SC. He got a huge raise in salary. He locked in a massive buyout, ensuring generational wealth no matter how well he coached. He went from living in Norman, Oklahoma, to a palatial $35 million mansion on top of a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, acquired for him by USC. What was the big sacrifice he made? Theoretically losing favor with Oklahoma fans, but uh, you know, $100+ million can make up for some mean comments by anonymous message board accounts. Riley said that he has a great relationship with USC's Athletic Director Jen Cohen, and said she's been a "huge part of the progress that we've made." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Though again, it's not clear what progress he's referring to. USC went 11-1 in the regular season in his first year in LA, thanks in large part to Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams. They haven't won 10 games since, and have to win while playing three top-10 teams to do so in 2026. As for his demeanor, which can sometimes give off the impression he doesn't care, Riley addressed that too. "When you're a head coach of a blue-blood school, you have to be ready to weather the storms, the overly positive or the overly negative," he said. "Typically, what I've learned from doing this for a few years, I haven't learned it all, but the truth typically lies somewhere in the middle. And that's typically where it's at even if you know that it's going to sensationalize. And so my job is to stay steady." Well, that's all true. And all well and good. But when your team comes out lifeless for road game after road game, loses games it should win to programs like Minnesota, Maryland and Wisconsin, and struggles against Oregon or Notre Dame, it's reasonable to question. Watching what Curt Cignetti has done at Indiana, or even Bob Chesney in his first year at UCLA, it's easy to see why there's such disappointment in Riley's work at SC. There's little toughness, discipline, or consistency on the roster. And always another special teams mistake. Riley might be committed to USC, but that's a two-way street. And Saturday's game, Ohio State playing with potentially a true freshman backup quarterback on the road, might be enough to end the Trojans' commitment to him. Baylor anyone? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae471abff311a5ed8b6de96 MATT CALKINS: Megan Rapinoe defends biological males in women's sports saying sports were not meant to be fair te 2026-10-30T10:30:03.378Z MATT CALKINS: Megan Rapinoe defends biological males in women's sports saying sports were not meant to be fair There is a reason that Megan Rapinoe only does interviews with people she knows won't challenge her. It's the only way the former soccer star won't end up red-faced or storming off in a fit of rage. Her answers leave her too vulnerable. Her comments sit on the summit of Mindless Mountain. Her recent sit-down with comedian W. Kamau Bell proved as much. MEGAN RAPINOE SAYS WOMEN'S SPORTS ARE FACING 'REGRESSION' OF 'EQUAL RIGHTS' IN NEW KAMALA HARRIS INTERVIEW Among the topics the pair discussed was trans people in women's sports, which Rapinoe has been a staunch advocate for. Here's how it started. Bell: "There's a lot of talk about how damaging trans women are to sports, so I give you credit for not being afraid to stand with trans people of all types, but also trans women in sports." Rapinoe: "I am appalled, I think at just, like, the lack of basic humanity and empathy that people are showing and just the amount of fear and hate, and I just think the silence of athletes is a lot." WASHINGTON HS GIRLS BLAST MALE ATHLETE PARTICIPATING IN TRACK MEET: 'DON'T THINK THAT THAT'S RIGHT OR FAIR' Basic humanity and empathy? Fear and hate? One could just as easily argue — or better yet, more convincingly argue — that she lacks empathy toward the women and girls who are losing competitions or sharing locker rooms with biological males. Last week, I saw a girl forfeit her cross country season because she chose not to race against a boy. She wasn't giddy about this. She broke down in tears while hugging her mother. Does Rapinoe feel empathy for her? As for athletes being silent? Megan might want to take that as a sign. It's probably not that they're afraid to stand with her on this issue — it's that they likely disagree with her, as do most Americans. And unlike Rapinoe, who can't lose a spot to a male, these athletes are still active and under that threat. The interview continued. Bell: "Why aren't you afraid of trans women in sports? Because that's the big fear is that it's like, suddenly it's LeBron James with a wig on, blah blah blah." Rapinoe: "Yeah, and that example isn't happening, and I don't think it's ever going to happen. I think there's a lot that trans people have to go through. If you're a trans person in sports to even play, it's like you couldn't just say, one day, 'I'm a woman' and go play. That's not how it works." Excuse me, but ... HAHAHA. That is exactly what happened with the high school cross country runner in Camas, Washington. He started the year on the boys team, finishing 76th in a junior varsity race. Then he switched to the girls team, where he's won one varsity race and finished second in three others. And not that it should matter, but he hasn't seemed to do anything to try and present himself as a girl. Not even a name change. So, yeah, Megan — it's happening. Rapinoe continued with the pièce de résistance: "And for me, one of the biggest things is God forbid somebody be good at sports and have some sort of advantage — and, by the way, sports is not fair in any sort of way ever. Right?" Bell (clapping his hands): "Yeah, it's not meant to be fair." Rapinoe: "Yeah, what's fair?" Bell: "I always point to [the 7-foot-4 Spurs center] Victor Wembanyama. Is that fair?" DAD BANNED FROM SCHOOL GROUNDS AFTER PROTESTING TRANS RUNNER COMPETING AGAINST HIS DAUGHTER Rapinoe: "What does that mean, even? It's already not fair, and also, just like, it isn't the most important thing in the world over someone's human rights or getting to play or being cruel to people. I don't know. I've won everything at every level, and played, you know in sort of every competition, and I'm just kind of like, I'm the one who could speak to it. Like, I'm okay if God forbid a trans person play sports and they're halfway decent at it." Yes, Rapinoe has won at everything at every level and played in every sort of competition. But do you know what one of those competitions was? Her U.S. National team playing a group of 15-year-old boys from Dallas and losing 5-2. So, in that sense, she is uniquely qualified to speak to boys playing in girls sports. She knows they'll kick girls' behinds. But even more asinine is the notion that sports aren't meant to be fair — along with Bell's attempt to equate Wembanyama's natural advantages with those of a transgender athlete. If sports weren't meant to be fair, there wouldn't be rules or referees. There wouldn't be punishments for performing enhancing drug use, weight classes in boxing or age limits in Little League. There is always going to be someone who's the best — whether it be Usain Bolt, Michael Jordan or Michael Phelps. But exhibiting athletic supremacy isn't unfair. Allowing men in women's sports, on the other hand, defies the very reason we separate the sexes. Simply put: If there was no separation, women's sports wouldn't exist. Personally, I don't think Rapinoe actually believes what she's saying. She saw firsthand what those 15-year-olds did to the best women's international soccer team in the world. She's pandering to a woke crowd and refuses to be challenged. The woman famous for kneeling only accepts interviewers who bend their knee to her. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46d04ff311a5ed8b6dde3 Our View: County housing plan deserves a look, but supply matters most te 2026-10-30T10:10:12.525Z Our View: County housing plan deserves a look, but supply matters most Mohave County needs more housing. That much is clear. But how we get there matters, especially when public land could become part of the solution. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46cfdff311a5ed8b6ddaa ‘Your kids are the target’: College drug deaths, alleged coke ring expose lethal threat, warns retired cop te 2026-10-30T10:10:05.959Z ‘Your kids are the target’: College drug deaths, alleged coke ring expose lethal threat, warns retired cop "There is a panoply of drugs out there that will destroy your kids," says retired NYPD inspector and Fox News contributor Paul Mauro. Following recent college deaths and allegations around a campus cocaine trafficking ring, Mauro said America's students are now the primary prey for a relentless and deadly drug trade. "If you're sending a kid off to college these days, you better sit that child down and give that child a hard primer on what could possibly happen," he said. A recently unsealed indictment shows Moises Freire, 19, and Brian Peralta, 18, both from Queens, New York, are facing charges after a young woman was killed and another seriously injured after they were allegedly poisoned by fentanyl. Reports indicate Annabel Richter, 20, was killed after she ingested the drug supplied by the men, who allegedly told her it was simply "cocaine." She had moved from Brazil to live in the U.S. to pursue her studies at Manhattan's Fashion Institute of Technology, the New York Post reported. She was found unresponsive with another female victim in a dorm room. According to the federal indictment, Freire allegedly raped the victim and "waited approximately 45 minutes to contact campus security" about the women being unconscious. Mauro questioned why there wasn't more media attention on the case. "It happened on a campus and the only thing I can conjure is that it happened in New York City, and so the powers that be as we come into an election season would rather these rape stories or these campus crime stories occur someplace far from New York where they could have any impact on the elections here," he said. The indictment also alleges Freire texted photos to his friends of one unconscious victim, who was "naked below the waist." Read the indictment here: The second victim sustained "serious bodily injury" and regained consciousness after receiving life-saving care in the hospital.  Court records indicate both men pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to federal charges of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance resulting in death. Freire is additionally charged with distributing a controlled substance with the intent to commit rape. In a statement, FIT President Jason Schupbach said in part, "We are thankful to our teams from Public Safety and Residential Life for their immediate response in March, and also to the Department of Justice and the NYPD for their actions in March and their continued focus on this case. As a community, we continue to support each other through difficult times." Campus drug deaths extend beyond New York City, including at the University of Mississippi, where federal prosecutors and local authorities launched intensive investigations following the deaths of two students. Ole Miss students Aidan Hamilton, 18, and Robert Strang, 20, were found dead of suspected drug overdoses in September. TWO OLE MISS STUDENTS FOUND DEAD AS PACKAGED KRATOM IS RECOVERED AT TWO SITES: OFFICIALS WHAT IS KRATOM? RISKS OF POPULAR SUBSTANCE REVEALED AFTER COLLEGE STUDENTS' DEATHS Investigators recovered packages of kratom-related products or "gas station heroin" at both scenes where the victims were discovered. The discovery prompted federal charges against a vape shop clerk and his son for illicitly selling dangerous, banned compounds disguised in retail packaging. The deaths sent shockwaves through the campus community, intensifying urgent warnings from law enforcement about unregulated substances flooding college towns. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "It really is a minefield out there these days, and it's not an accident. Our enemies know what they're doing and your kids are the target," Mauro said. Fox News Digital reached out to Ole Miss for comment. Adding to the mounting national crisis on campuses, Pennsylvania's top prosecutor, Attorney General Dave Sunday, announced sweeping charges against 14 men — including current and former students — following an investigation into an alleged cocaine trafficking organized crime ring. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Investigators revealed that the network operated out of off-campus fraternity houses, including Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB At the center of the enterprise, authorities identified former student Agostino Abbatiello, 24, as the primary ringleader and kingpin, a.k.a. "Pablo Pledgescabar." SEND US A TIP According to a criminal complaint, fraternity pledges were forced to cut, package, and bag large quantities of cocaine for the operation. GOT A TIP? The drugs were then distributed widely among Penn State students across the University Park campus. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST The drugs were coming from larger networks like Philadelphia and New York City. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Mauro said the networks rely on supply from foreign countries. "You got the Chinese making this stuff, it goes to the cartels in Mexico and South America. It gets brought up here into the country and it's [distributed onto campuses now]," he said. "They keep coming. Why? Chinese make this stuff in labs. They just change the formula all the time, and one of the reasons for that is they want to stay ahead of the charging here in America, the charges that get captured by the drug laws," he said. Penn State said in a statement, in part: "While the problem of illicit narcotics is a global issue, the recent allegations of drug trafficking taking place so close to the University Park campus is very concerning." "In prevention efforts, Vice President for Student Affairs Andrea Dowhower shared a message with the Penn State community last month, and additional messaging has been sent directly to students and parents related to health and safety, including on alcohol, drugs and hazing," the school added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46cfdff311a5ed8b6dda1 Fox News Digital's News Quiz: October 30, 2026 te 2026-10-30T10:10:05.107Z Fox News Digital's News Quiz: October 30, 2026 Test your news knowledge with this week's Fox News Digital News Quiz, featuring a Senate election controversy and a surprising revelation about the Playboy Mansion's most frequent customer. Looking for another challenge? A federal indictment handed down to Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas and a political post from actress Natasha Lyonne were featured in last week's News Quiz. Test your knowledge of famous feuds, skin secrets and a lot more in this week's American Culture Quiz. If you're looking to play even more, you can find all of our quizzes by clicking here. Check back next week for the latest News Quiz from Fox News Digital. Thanks for playing! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46cfcff311a5ed8b6dd98 Halloween candy favorites could leave adults with cracked teeth and far worse, says dentist te 2026-10-30T10:10:04.315Z Halloween candy favorites could leave adults with cracked teeth and far worse, says dentist Cavities aren't the only Halloween candy hazard — many sweets can cause a fright to teeth and dental work even in adults, a dentist warns. Hard sweets can crack a tooth, while sticky treats can pull out dental work, potentially turning a trick-or-treat haul into an expensive dental visit, according to Dr. Marc Lazare, a New York City dentist who has practiced for nearly 30 years and focuses on biomimetic dentistry. But Lazare isn't trying to spook people.  YOUR FAVORITE GROCERY AND SNACK ITEMS MAY HAVE DISAPPEARED FROM STORE SHELVES IN 2026 "I'm never going to be the dentist who says, 'Don't enjoy Halloween. Don't have candy,'" he told Fox News Digital. "I love Halloween." It's all about moderation, he said. As a dentist, he said he evaluates candy by how it could damage teeth: "Can it harm the enamel? Can it contribute to decay and cavities? Can it pull out a filling or a crown? Can it crack a tooth?"  People with fillings, posts, crowns, existing cracks or teeth weakened by grinding are particularly vulnerable, he noted. Hard sweets can force people to crunch down, which may crack or split a tooth, especially one that has already been restored, Lazare said. GEN Z EATS NEARLY TWICE AS MANY SNACKS AS BOOMERS, WITH EXPERTS WARNING THEY'RE REPLACING REAL MEALS "Anything where you have to force a crunch is not good," he said. Super-sticky candies and caramels can cling to teeth and pull out fillings or crowns. Chewy sweets can get stuck between teeth, prolonging sugar exposure and what Lazare called an "acid attack." Sour candy can also expose enamel to acid, he warned. He recommended avoiding snacking throughout the day to help limit acid exposure. BEST FOODS FOR REDUCING DANGEROUS BELLY FAT AND PROTECTING HEART HEALTH Candy isn't the only Halloween treat that can haunt your teeth, Lazare noted. While raisins are often seen as a healthier alternative for trick-or-treaters, they can stick to teeth and also contribute to prolonged acid exposure.  "Raisins are probably one of the worst things you can have for your teeth," he said. Lazare said his treat recommendation would be chocolate, which melts and dissolves quickly. Dark chocolate is best, he said, because it tends to be lower in sugar than other candy, but beware of fillings like raisins and toffee in that chocolate. If you do indulge in some Halloween candy, Lazare said, some easy tips can help mitigate the damage. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Rinse with water and wait about an hour before brushing because acid can temporarily soften tooth enamel and brushing immediately may increase wear. Then maintain your regular brushing and flossing routine.  Sugar-free gum can also help clear food from teeth and get saliva flowing, Lazare said. If a crown or other restoration comes out, "don't panic," he said. "Stop chewing on that side, save any crown or restoration that comes off, and contact your dentist promptly. Never try to reattach it with household glue." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Anyone experiencing severe pain, swelling or significant bleeding should "seek urgent dental care," he said. Some restorations may be reusable, depending on their condition. The main goal, Lazare said, is prevention, a central tenet of his biomimetic approach, which focuses on preserving natural tooth structure for the long term.  "We want to prevent damage rather than have to repair it," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46cfbff311a5ed8b6dd8f RNC rejects narrative of spoiler candidates 'on both sides,' calls Alaska scheme 'fraudulent' te 2026-10-30T10:10:03.429Z RNC rejects narrative of spoiler candidates 'on both sides,' calls Alaska scheme 'fraudulent' The Republican National Committee rejected the narrative that both parties engage in similar tactics after a New York Times report exposed Democrat-linked efforts to recruit a second "Dan Sullivan" onto Alaska’s Senate ballot, saying Republicans are focused solely on securing elections while Democrats are "trying to be fraudulent." "No, both sides of the aisle don’t do this," RNC election integrity communications director Ally Triolo told Fox News Digital on Thursday. "Our entire effort here at the RNC is securing elections, making them fair and free and honest." "We are doing the exact opposite of what Democrats are trying to do. Democrats have voted time and time again against the Save America Act. They have voted against common sense safeguards. DEM STRATEGIST SHRUGS OFF ALASKA BALLOT SCANDAL ON MS NOW, INSISTS 'THIS STUFF HAPPENS ALL THE TIME' "We couldn't be more different from Republicans versus Democrats, and I honestly hope people see this straight in the eye with what's happened out of Alaska, that Democrats are completely disingenuous. They have ill intentions. They're trying to disenfranchise voters, and of course trying to be fraudulent. "This is fraudulent behavior, and they need to be held accountable to the fullest extent." The Times reported Wednesday that Senate nominee Mary Peltola’s campaign, aides from the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and others worked to place a retired teacher named Dan J. Sullivan on the ballot. JASON CHAFFETZ: DEMOCRATS TRIED TO TRICK ALASKA VOTERS. PELTOLA MUST ANSWER "Republicans, we tried to fight this months ago and draw attention to this Democrat scheme," Triolo said. "And look, no wonder Democrats are against election integrity because they don't want to be held accountable for trying to disenfranchise voters and cheat the system." "It has been abundantly clear from the get-go that this was a ploy to try to sway voters, confuse voters, take votes away from the real Sen. Dan Sullivan," she added. "And that is exactly why you saw the DOJ intervene just last week to make sure there were protections in place before the election could be certified to make sure everything was above board. And now we have this bombshell report coming out exposing exactly what we have been saying, and I think this points to the larger issue of Democrats continually fighting election integrity, because again, they have admitted that they cannot win fair and square when safeguards are in place." TRUMP SAYS 'WE ARE LOOKING INTO' OTHER DAN SULLIVAN ON ALASKA BALLOT, WARNS ABOUT GOVERNOR'S RACE The RNC election integrity unit has a major on-the-ground operation in Alaska, she said, including an in-state director, attorneys, observers and poll workers, and that President Donald Trump and the Justice Department have already moved to address the issue. The DOJ last week sued to block certification of a potential Peltola win if votes for the second Sullivan could have changed the outcome, and a senior DOJ official told Fox News on Thursday that the criminal investigation has intensified, with officials examining possible civil-rights violations under 18 U.S.C. §§ 241 and 242. Vice President JD Vance said authorities should "certainly look into whether [Peltola] committed election fraud," describing the effort as an attempt to "steal a Senate seat." Senate Majority Leader John Thune called it a "coordinated effort" and "totally dirty pool." SEN DAN SULLIVAN BRANDS PELTOLA’S ALLEGED BALLOT SCHEME A ‘SCANDAL AT THE HIGHEST ORDER’ There is an "aggressive criminal investigation" into Daniel J. Sullivan Jr. appearing on the ballot, sources told Fox News. That investigation has only intensified since the Times' reporting but has been underway for several months. This investigation, being run by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Alaska, is expected to go beyond Tuesday's Election Day, and there will not be any sort of indictment or heavy grand jury activity before then. 'DECOY DAN' SULLIVAN CASE LEADS TOP SENATOR TO BREAK FOUR-YEAR X SILENCE: 'PATTERN OF LIES' The DOJ thus far has declined to comment on the matter. Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has also ordered a state investigation. Peltola’s campaign and DSCC officials have denied involvement in recruiting the second Sullivan to confuse voters, issuing warnings that "both sides" put up spoiler candidates in elections. The Alaska Supreme Court previously ruled the second Dan Sullivan could remain on the ballot under state law. "The RNC is heavily invested in protecting the vote in Alaska since this scheme came out," Triolo said. "We've been fighting it, drawing attention to it, doing everything we can to educate voters. DEM BUCKS PARTY OVER ALLEGED ALASKA VOTE-SIPHONING EFFORT: 'NEITHER PARTY SHOULD BE DOING IT' "We are heavily invested in securing Alaska and obviously this scheme is an absolute fraud. You saw President Trump come forward and say that Mary Peltola, the fake Dan Sullivan, all of these individuals should be held accountable not only for lying about their affiliation with the scheme, but also just for trying to deceive voters. "We are seeing this play out in real time. Even The New York Times, the left-wing media, has no choice but to hold them accountable for their schemes. "So I think what we need to stay focused on, as Republicans, is that we need to keep the majority. This is why this midterm election feels like a presidential because so much is at stake." Fox News' David Spunt, William Mears and Jake Gibson contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46aa2ff311a5ed8b6dd25 Here’s the latest. te 2026-10-30T10:00:02.907Z Here’s the latest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46144ff311a5ed8b6dbae Nithya Raman’s Husband Brings Her Hollywood Connections te 2026-10-30T09:20:04.277Z Nithya Raman’s Husband Brings Her Hollywood Connections As Ms. Raman runs for mayor of Los Angeles, the work of her husband, Vali Chandrasekaran, has brought her closer to the city’s signature industry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46143ff311a5ed8b6dba5 Darline Graham Is ‘a Little Nervous.’ Can She Keep South Carolina’s Senate Seat Red? te 2026-10-30T09:20:03.372Z Darline Graham Is ‘a Little Nervous.’ Can She Keep South Carolina’s Senate Seat Red? Polls show the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham in a virtual tie with her Democratic opponent, Dr. Annie Andrews. An upset was unthinkable just a few months ago. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae46142ff311a5ed8b6db9c As Voters Worry About Prices, Many Senate Candidates Are Millionaires te 2026-10-30T09:20:02.488Z As Voters Worry About Prices, Many Senate Candidates Are Millionaires The wealthy are well represented in the ranks of major candidates for the chamber, according to a New York Times review of financial disclosure forms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45eefff311a5ed8b6db42 ARTHUR HERMAN: Musk and others prove that this election cash is king. Will it be enough? te 2026-10-30T09:10:07.289Z ARTHUR HERMAN: Musk and others prove that this election cash is king. Will it be enough? What lit a fire under billionaire SpaceX CEO Elon Musk this midterm cycle? He’s given more than $445 million to Republican candidates and causes this year, making him the single biggest disclosed donor in the 2026 midterms — and the biggest single donor in a midterm cycle ever. According to the most recent data, he’s given: REPUBLICAN CAVALRY ARRIVES FOR KEN PAXTON AS BIG-BUCKS TEXAS OFFENSIVE OPENS CASH FLOODGATES SENATE CONTROL IS A COIN FLIP — AND DEMOCRATS’ PATH RUNS THROUGH TRUMP COUNTRY All this makes the $288 million Musk gave to help elect President Donald Trump and Republicans in 2024 look miserly. Why so much more? Because Musk realizes that keeping the Republican majority in Congress has become crucial to America’s secure and prosperous future. On his social media platform, Musk shared a post last week agreeing that Democrats "must lose" the midterms. Critics claim he’s doing this because he fears investigations by a Democrat-controlled Congress. The truth is, he understands what it takes to build a strong America, and what threatens to tear it down. He’s not alone. He’s been joined by other tech and financial billionaires who are spending tens of millions to protect America’s future from the Democrats. WARREN GETS DEFENSIVE WHEN PRESSED ON DEMOCRATS ACCEPTING BILLIONAIRE DONATIONS Tech entrepreneurs and venture capital giants Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz are major contributors to Trump’s MAGA, Inc. Citadel’s Ken Griffin has spent at least $40 million to support Republican candidates. Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman and his wife Christine have put up almost $32 million to Republican-affiliated political organizations and Super PACs this election cycle. It’s not just tech billionaires who’ve opened their wallets to the GOP. Uline founders Elizabeth and Richard Uihlein have reportedly put up $124 million for their own Restoration of America PAC, and roofing company ABC Supply Chairman Diane Hendricks has given $25 million to MAGA, Inc. 'DARK MONEY’ GROUP ACCUSED OF 'SCHEME' TO TIP ELECTION IN FAVOR OF DEMOCRATS, MANIPULATE GOP VOTERS In 2025, we saw the denizens of America’s high-tech sector — Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Apple’s Tim Cook, and key Google executives — paying out millions for Trump’s inauguration festivities. Bezos, Cook, Zuckerberg and OpenAI’s Sam Altman even attended the inauguration in person — as did Elon Musk. What did they understand about Trump and the GOP that the media didn’t? This midterm cycle, according to The Washington Post, total Republican-leaning mega-donors have contributed $1.7 billion this cycle with Musk leading the way, compared to $832 million from Democratic-leaning givers. Critics dismiss these donors as superrich oligarchs and robber barons trying to protect their ill-gotten money. Critics are wrong, tragically wrong. The truth is, the key stewards of our private sector economy are taking bold action to protect America’s future. That’s because they see two possible paths to the future, and only two. One makes America strong, prosperous and secure, with tax cuts, investment, energy dominance and a strong, unequaled military. One deals finally with the Iran that has destabilized the Middle East, and killed thousands around the world, including American soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, for four decades. One sees the need to cut what the GAO says could be as much as $500 billion of fraud from the federal budget — the cause that rallied Elon Musk to the DOGE agenda in the first place. One sees American AI dominance as key to protecting our freedom. One sees restoring America’s manufacturing and industrial base, as key to protecting prosperity. All that stands on one side. On the other is a party that makes unsustainable policy promises like "Medicare for All." A party that will give back the uncontrolled government spending spree that drove cumulative inflation up 21% during the Biden years. A party cradled in corruption, waste and fraud, as exposed first by DOGE and now by Vice President JD Vance’s anti-fraud task force. A party that has consistently presented weakness and prevarication to America’s foes, whether it’s Iran or China or the Muslim Brotherhood. Finally, a party that threatens to mobilize the same radical forces that have turned the streets of France and European cities into battlegrounds. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The choice is clear to Elon Musk, and our private sector’s best and brightest founders and entrepreneurs. Those 77 million Americans who voted for Donald Trump in 2024, now face the same choice. It is either to return to the voting booth in order to protect America’s safe and prosperous future or hand Congress over to those who want to bring back a bankrupt and discredited past. The choice seems easy. It will be America’s tragedy, and ours, if we don’t take it together. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM ARTHUR HERMAN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45eeeff311a5ed8b6db39 JOHN KOUFOS: Trump’s ‘Shield of the Americas’ could help defend us from cartels te 2026-10-30T09:10:06.531Z JOHN KOUFOS: Trump’s ‘Shield of the Americas’ could help defend us from cartels In my first career, I stood in courtrooms as a defense attorney dealing intimately with the fallout of organized crime and gang violence. I have cross-examined operatives, analyzed thousands of pages of gang intelligence and witnessed firsthand the brutal efficiency of transnational syndicates. If my time immersed in the legal trenches of the gang world taught me one undeniable truth, it is this: cartels do not respect international borders. In fact, they weaponize them. For too long, the jurisdictional lines on a map have served as the greatest defense strategy for the world's most violent criminal organizations. We have treated multinational, multibillion-dollar criminal enterprises as localized law enforcement problems. Fortunately, the landscape of international justice is shifting. The U.S.-led "Shield of the Americas" initiative, which recently designated eight major criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations, is fundamentally rewriting the playbook on how we dismantle these syndicates. There remains one critical holdout, Brazil, whose president is not expected to join this critical coalition. Indeed, the reelection of incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva all but ensures an increase in organized criminal activity in Brazil. ICE ARRESTS MORE THAN 100 ALLEGED GANG MEMBERS IN SINGLE WEEK, INCLUDING VIOLENT MS-13, TDA SUSPECTS: DHS To understand the necessity of this initiative, one must understand how modern cartels operate. In the courtroom, you quickly realize that the street-level gang members, like the MS-13 triggermen or the Tren de Aragua enforcers, can be the lowest rung on a massive, sophisticated corporate ladder. These organizations operate with the logistical precision of Fortune 500 companies. They manage complex supply chains, launder money through intricate global financial networks and employ specialized cells for enforcement, distribution and corruption. At times, our legal framework has been outmatched by their agility. A drug shipment might originate in the Andes, be financed through a front company in Central America and be distributed by local gangs in American cities. When law enforcement attempts to build a case, they can hit a variety of bureaucratic obstacles and challenges sharing evidence, securing extraditions or tracing illicit funds across different countries. The cartels know this and deliberately structure their operations to exploit operational disconnects between regional governments. EXCLUSIVE: FBI EXTRADITIONS SOAR AS PATEL RAMPS UP FOREIGN OUTREACH, VOWS 'NO SANCTUARY' By officially designating eight major cartels and gangs, including the Sinaloa Cartel, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and Tren de Aragua, as foreign terrorist organizations and specially designated global terrorists, the U.S. government dramatically altered the legal reality. RUBIO DESIGNATES ECUADORIAN GANG LINKED TO DRUG TRAFFICKING A TERRORIST GROUP The terrorist designation unlocks a completely different enforcement arsenal. It allows for the immediate freezing of assets, imposes severe penalties for anyone providing "material support" and authorizes deep, aggressive disruption of their financial networks. You cannot arrest your way out of a cartel problem – you must disrupt the business itself. By targeting their money and imposing serious consequences on the seemingly legitimate financial institutions that launder it, the Shield of the Americas strikes at the absolute core of cartel power. It equips law enforcement to fight proactively and focus on strategic dismantling of cartel financial infrastructure. DRUG CARTEL KINGPIN AMONG TARGETS IN SWEEPING TRUMP CRACKDOWN ON ALLEGED MEXICAN CORRUPTION NETWORK Equally crucial is the initiative’s mandate for unprecedented intelligence sharing and military coordination. Currently, countries like Argentina, El Salvador, Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay and Chile are participating in the Shield of the Americas. EXCLUSIVE: TRUMP’S NEW SECURITY ALLIANCE FACES FIRST REAL-WORLD TEST DEEP IN SOUTH AMERICA AS TROOPS DEPLOY This will help break down silos where one law enforcement agency has one piece of the puzzle, while authorities in Colombia or El Salvador hold the rest. Without a streamlined mechanism to share that data, the kingpins remain untouchable. The Shield of the Americas facilitates the real-time sharing of actionable intelligence among partner nations. This means that a cartel operative’s communications intercepted in Lima could be instantly used to disrupt a trafficking route in Central America and ultimately support a federal indictment in New York. Furthermore, joint military coordination ensures that the sheer firepower of these cartels could be matched. The final critical piece of this initiative is Brazil, South America’s largest nation. CONSERVATIVE WAVE HITS ROADBLOCK IN BRAZIL AS LULA HOLDS OFF BOLSONARO CHALLENGE Brazil is a continent-sized nation with its own deeply entrenched criminal organizations, most notably the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) and the Comando Vermelho. These groups have grown into major forces in the global drug trade, forging alliances with international cartels and expanding their reach far beyond Brazilian borders. Unfortunately, the current government has abstained from joining the U.S.-led effort, which is expected to continue in light of the recent presidential election. Brazil’s participation would have a tremendous impact. The cartels would lose one of their most significant safe havens and operational hubs in the hemisphere. A unified front stretching from the U.S.-Mexico border down to the Southern Cone would squeeze transnational syndicates from every direction. It would close the geographical and jurisdictional gaps they have exploited for generations. The human cost of cartel operations is staggering. Hundreds of thousands of American lives have been lost to cartel-linked fentanyl overdoses, while communities across Latin America have been destabilized by extreme violence and corruption. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The Shield of the Americas represents a profound modernization of our approach to international justice. By recognizing these cartels for the global terror threats they are, strangling their finances and uniting the hemisphere's law enforcement and military resources, we are finally fighting the battle on equal footing. If more nations commit to this alliance, we will not just be managing the cartel problem; we will be systematically dismantling it. The cartels have operated globally for decades. It is long past time the law did the same. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45eedff311a5ed8b6db30 Trump-backed Alaska candidate blasts 'so-called Republican' Murkowski for endorsing Dem te 2026-10-30T09:10:05.544Z Trump-backed Alaska candidate blasts 'so-called Republican' Murkowski for endorsing Dem Alaska Republican gubernatorial candidate Bernadette Wilson said she was not surprised Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, crossed party lines to endorse her Democratic opponent in the governor's race. Wilson told Fox News Digital that Murkowski endorsed Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins on Tuesday because the two share similar views on taxation and Alaska's oil industry. "It should not surprise anyone. They're two peas in a pod, and I can tell you that as governor," Wilson told Fox News Digital. FORMER STATE REP TOPS RANKED-CHOICE SLUGFEST AS ALASKA ADVANCES NOMINEES FOR GOVERNOR "It doesn't surprise me that she is supporting the just keep taxing JKT," Wilson continued. "You know the guy that supports an increase in income tax, the guy that wants to double the fuel tax here in Alaska, the guy that has said hey im gonna come after the oil companies, the guy that does not support paying out a full permanent fund dividend." In August, during a candidate forum hosted by the Alaska Oil and Gas Association, Kreiss-Tomkins said he believes "broad-based tax and revenues of that nature are likely going to be necessary to balance our budget." DEM SENATE HOPEFUL VOWS TO UNLEASH ALASKA OIL — BUT HER RECORD TELLS A DIFFERENT STORY Wilson argued that Kreiss-Tomkins' economic policies align with Murkowski's, accusing both politicians of supporting what she described as "socialist policies." The Republican candidate said she has been "sounding the alarm since 2010 about the fact that she was [subscribing] to extreme liberal socialist policies," referring to Murkowski. Wilson also said she would not "assign motive" to Murkowski's decision to endorse Kreiss-Tomkins, though she did not rule out the possibility that the endorsement was intended as a rebuke of President Donald Trump. Trump endorsed Wilson on Oct. 13, days before Murkowski announced her support for Kreiss-Tomkins. Murkowski has opposed several legislative priorities backed by Trump during the 119th Congress, including the SAVE America Act, which would impose additional proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration. In an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal in July, Murkowski wrote that "as written, the SAVE America Act isn’t a simple fix to safeguard elections, as proponents claim. It would impose costly new barriers and prevent some, perhaps many, from voting, while also creating chaos before the November elections." JOHNSON'S STRATEGY TO BYPASS DEMOCRATS' SAVE ACT BLOCKADE SURVIVES KEY VOTE, HANDING GOP BIG WIN In January, Murkowski joined Senate Democrats in voting in favor of the War Powers Resolution, which failed but could have limited Trump’s ability to take military action against Iran. The president then took to Truth Social to state that Murkowski "should never be elected to office again." If elected governor, Wilson pledged in her video interview that she would continue to "sound the alarm" about Murkowski, whom she described as a "so-called Republican senator." The candidate also characterized Murkowski's political positions as "absolutely terrible." Murkowski and Kreiss-Tomkins did not respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45eecff311a5ed8b6db27 CHRIS JOHNSON: The data center boom is rescuing forgotten American towns te 2026-10-30T09:10:04.695Z CHRIS JOHNSON: The data center boom is rescuing forgotten American towns With the midterm elections approaching, data centers have become an increasingly popular political target. Politicians are raising alarms about their impact on communities, with some calling for construction moratoriums or outright bans. There's been plenty of fearmongering. But, the more Americans learn about data centers, and the more communities experience their benefits firsthand, the stronger the case for continued development becomes. Data centers have existed for decades, but the rapid growth of artificial intelligence has dramatically increased the demand for computing power. Americans understandably have questions about what this development means for electricity prices, water supplies, and their quality of life. Newer facilities are increasingly being designed with technologies that can address these concerns, including closed-loop cooling systems and quieter operations. DATA CENTERS COULD BE THE SLEEPER ISSUE OF THE 2026 MIDTERM ELECTIONS Yet much of the national debate overlooks what data centers are already delivering to communities across America. Take Ellendale, North Dakota, a town of 1,100 people. Before Applied Digital's new $11 billion data center development, the town collected roughly $400,000 annually in sales taxes. In the first seven months of 2026 alone, that figure jumped to $3.5 million. THIS TINY FARMING TOWN YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF IS HELPING MICROSOFT SELL AMERICA ON DATA CENTERS That revenue is helping the city repave its roads and renovate its senior center. A historic opera house is being restored. For a small town, this kind of investment can transform the community for generations. And Ellendale is far from alone. Schools across America are seeing enormous benefits from the data center boom. In Richland Parish, Louisiana, Meta's massive investment has helped fund an increase in annual teacher bonuses ranging from $10,000 to $50,000. Think about what that means for a working family. Teachers who have dedicated their careers to educating children are receiving a life-changing financial benefit, while the school district becomes an attractive destination for talented educators. It's hard to imagine a politician campaigning against higher teacher pay or better schools. Yet those are precisely the kinds of benefits communities stand to lose when development gets blocked. PROPOSAL WOULD PAY HOMEOWNERS 'DATA CENTER DIVIDENDS' TO COUNTER GROWING BACKLASH The benefits extend to homeowners struggling with the rising cost of living. In Loudoun County, Virginia, data centers generate 45 percent of county revenue. That enormous tax base has allowed local officials to cut homeowner property tax rates every year for a decade. TO BEAT CHINA IN AI, AMERICA MUST WORK WITH COMMUNITIES — NOT AROUND THEM In neighboring Henrico County, local leaders used data center revenue to fund a $60 million Affordable Housing Trust Fund, helping young families and first-time buyers purchase homes. At a time when housing affordability is dominating political conversations, building data centers is helping some communities make the American Dream a little easier to achieve. Electricity prices are another major concern, and understandably so. Families are already struggling with higher utility bills, and the arrival of a major new industrial customer can raise legitimate questions about who pays for new infrastructure. But the enormous, predictable electricity demand from data centers also creates opportunities to finance new generation and grid investments, spreading infrastructure costs across a larger customer base. In Georgia, agreements involving new large electricity customers, including OpenAI, are projected to lower residential power bills by $180 annually by 2029. With the right arrangements in place, the arrival of data centers can mean lower costs for the families already living in these communities. And the benefits extend well beyond tax revenue and household expenses. Trade unions have been among the most vocal supporters of data centers because of the good-paying jobs they create. Building these facilities requires years of work for skilled tradesmen, with new projects creating opportunities for the next generation of American workers. In Baltimore, Maryland, IBEW Local 24 expanded its membership by 50 percent alongside data center construction. In Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, IBEW Local 163 doubled its ranks following construction of an Amazon data center. Politicians have spent decades promising to bring back good-paying blue-collar jobs. Here is an industry creating enormous demand for exactly those workers. Of course, developers have a responsibility to work with residents and local governments to address legitimate concerns. Communities deserve clear answers about electricity costs and water use. They should also understand how the investments taking place in their backyards will benefit local families. But, when data centers are developed responsibly, the economic benefits can be enormous. Communities are rebuilding roads and improving schools. Homeowners are seeing lower tax burdens, and skilled workers are finding new opportunities. For decades, politicians have campaigned on championing the Forgotten Man and bringing economic opportunity back to communities that have struggled to attract investment. Now, data centers are delivering billions of dollars in private investment to many of those very places. We're watching a new industrial boom take shape across America, creating jobs and revitalizing communities that Washington has spent decades promising to help. Before politicians rush to stop it, they ought to take a serious look at what those communities are gaining. And they should consider what their constituents stand to lose. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45eebff311a5ed8b6db1c How Michigan’s Midterm Senate Race Could Influence the 2028 Democratic Presidential Primary te 2026-10-30T09:10:03.034Z How Michigan’s Midterm Senate Race Could Influence the 2028 Democratic Presidential Primary The fate of Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the progressive candidate in the race, will serve as a litmus test for the left’s potency heading into the next presidential contest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45eeaff311a5ed8b6db13 Why Trump Is Losing Young Men te 2026-10-30T09:10:02.093Z Why Trump Is Losing Young Men Young men swung to Donald Trump in 2024. Polling shows they are now moving away — but to what? Sabrina Tavernise, a reporter for The New York Times, went to Michigan to find out. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae45332ff311a5ed8b6d93b Resurfaced Peltola 'criminal offense' quote comes back to haunt her after explosive report: 'Turn yourself in' te 2026-10-30T08:20:02.835Z Resurfaced Peltola 'criminal offense' quote comes back to haunt her after explosive report: 'Turn yourself in' Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola is facing an onslaught of social media criticism over a resurfaced quote that critics say reeks of hypocrisy, following an explosive New York Times report this week. "It should be a criminal offense to lie or mislead the electorate," Peltola says in the clip from August posted by the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) on Wednesday, shortly after the New York Times reported that her campaign was actively involved in a scheme to peel votes away from incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan by recruiting namesake and spoiler candidates. Conservatives on social media quickly shared the post and suggested that Peltola should be investigated based on her own words. "Your terms are acceptable," Townhall columnist Dustin Grage posted on X. MARY PELTOLA'S CAMPAIGN, DEMS BACKED COVERT SCHEME TO FIELD SPOILER CANDIDATES IN ALASKA SENATE RACE: REPORT "Turn yourself in, Mary Peltola," conservative radio host Jason Rantz posted on X. "Amen, Mary! " former Trump campaign national press secretary Hogan Gidley posted on X. "Well, that’s ironic… ," Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., posted on X. "Agree!!! " Fox News contributor Marc Thiessen posted on X. ALASKA'S GOVERNOR ORDERS INVESTIGATION AFTER NYT REPORT ON ALLEGED DEM-LINKED SENATE ELECTION SCHEME The New York Times report rocked the Alaska Senate race, which could determine the balance of power in the Senate, as questions now swirl over the legality of the campaign's alleged actions. The Department of Justice and the state of Alaska are both investigating the genesis of the alleged scheme to recruit Dan J. Sullivan into the race against incumbent Dan S. Sullivan. Fox News learned Wednesday that federal prosecutors are conducting an "aggressive criminal investigation" into how the second Sullivan secured a spot on Alaska's ballot, according to two sources familiar with the probe. Investigators are preparing grand jury subpoenas and examining potential violations of voters' rights, with the investigation expected to continue beyond Election Day. The DOJ declined to comment. Alaska's Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced that he was ordering a probe into the matter. "Today’s New York Times reporting reveals disturbing new evidence of an organized effort to manipulate Alaska’s elections by recruiting candidates — including one with the same name as an incumbent U.S. Senator — to deliberately confuse voters and misdirect their votes. The Alaska Division of Elections investigated these very concerns in June of this year. The new reporting substantially supports the Division’s findings," Dunleavy noted in a post on X. "I am therefore directing the Department of Public Safety to investigate whether this scheme violated Alaska’s laws and whether criminal charges or civil action are warranted. The evidence will determine what happens next," the GOP governor continued. The DOJ has issued dozens of subpoenas in the past 24 hours, reportedly looking into whether the campaign violated federal law by conspiring against the rights of voters. Others have argued the alleged actions are not illegal, and simply a "dirty trick" that is sometimes utilized in campaigns. Fox News Digital reached out to Peltola's campaign for comment. Peltola has dismissed reports of the alleged election scheme as "just another distraction," arguing that The New York Times’ report was solely purposed to "sell newspapers." Her campaign also continues to assert innocence, previously telling Fox News in part that the Alaskans for Mary campaign "has no involvement with either Sullivan campaign." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae44c30b07771bb4b2e9a9a City Of Tucson Assigns Bathroom Monitors To Track Homeless People In Public Parks te 2026-10-30T07:50:08.353Z City Of Tucson Assigns Bathroom Monitors To Track Homeless People In Public Parks By Staff Reporter | The city of Tucson is tasking employees to track the bathroom visits by the homeless in public parks. The city is assigning employees to create a weekly census of the homeless people who use park bathrooms, in addition to ramadas. These city employees work within the Parks Assistance and Community Engagement (PACE), a newer unit within its Parks and Recreation department created over the summer specifically to observe and address the homeless.  PACE refers to its responses to homelessness-related concerns as “Homeless Protocol assessments.” PACE consists of one supervisor, three coordinators, and five groundskeepers. The city considers PACE the Parks and Recreation department’s dedicated response team for homelessness-related concerns in parks, and the leader for community engagement initiatives. In total, the city department employs 55 people to manage the bathrooms and ramadas across its 130 parks.  PACE works alongside the city’s Homeless Outreach, Environmental Services, and the Tucson Police Department to respond to homelessness-related issues. A memorandum issued during the city council’s study session last Tuesday revealed that the city will apply the PACE-collected data to measure the effectiveness of localized cleanups; resources offered by the city’s Community Safety, Health, and Wellness team; and Tucson Police Department enforcement of the after-hours no-camping ordinance.  The city council banned camping in parks, along with city washes, earlier this summer in a 5-1 vote in an effort to address the mass homeless encampments taking over in those public areas. Those who violate the ban may face misdemeanor charges that may result in a $250 fine and community service or up to 10 days in jail.  The city was moved to pass the ordinance, which mainly impacts the homeless, after residents successfully sued the city for intentionally failing to address the homeless encampments in public areas. A court ruled last year that the city intentionally adopted a protocol that consented to the nuisance and crimes committed by the homeless in their encampments.  The pressure of that court decision was compounded by Proposition 312, a measure voters passed, also last year, that awards a tax credit to certain property owners burdened by homeless encampments. Individuals may file for reimbursement if they’re required to take protective measures, like installing protective bars or video cameras, against a public nuisance that their local government has declined to address.  Residents have routinely complained during public comment at city meetings that the homeless encampments are hotbeds for crime, including public indecency, public defecation, open-air drug use, arson, physical and sexual assaults, and even murder.  According to the Point-in-Time count from this year, the city had around 2,130 recorded homeless in Tucson and Pima County. This latest count reflected a 4% decrease, or 88 fewer individuals, compared to the count in 2025.  This slight decline fails to make a dent in recent the explosive growth in homelessness in recent years. From 2019 to 2020, the city reported that homelessness in the area increased by 300%.  The ongoing problem of homelessness prompted city leaders to declare an emergency earlier this year. The emergency declaration is set to expire next February, and it enables expeditions of permit requests from nonprofits and charitable entities who aid the city with providing resources to the homeless. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post City Of Tucson Assigns Bathroom Monitors To Track Homeless People In Public Parks first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. 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Essa Williams, 28, shot and critically wounded Officer Tyler Moldovan in the early morning hours of Dec. 14, 2021.  Moldovan responded to reports of vehicles speeding and doing doughnuts around 2 a.m. One of those vehicles belonged to Williams.  Williams shot Moldovan eight times, once in the head; reports reflect that he continued firing even after Moldovan was on the ground, and attempted to pull Moldovan’s handgun from his holster. Moldovan was placed on life support; his recovery is considered a miracle.  It is unclear how Williams was in public that December night. At the time of the shooting, Williams was a convicted felon freed after three years into a 23-year sentence for multiple counts of armed robbery and aggravated assault.  For the attempted murder of Moldovan, Williams received two life sentences plus 25 years, and will be eligible for parole after 50 years.  Williams smiled throughout his sentencing. In a 20-minute statement to the judge, Williams said that the shooting was justified and that the situation was “forced” onto him. Williams said the cops had targeted him because of his race.  “I did nothing wrong and was hunted for their amusement,” said Williams.  He expressed no remorse for shooting the officers, comparing them to the Ku Klux Klan. Williams said he should have been given a traffic stop and a warning or citation instead of being followed.  “There was no ambush. Nothing about this was ever premeditated. There was never even a motive. I was never offered a plea, let alone a lesser charge, and I get it,” said Wiliams. “I’m certain freaking and spooking out black kids at 2:30 in the morning, that’s not their duty. That’s the duty of the Ku Klux Klan in a sundown town.”  Erika LaRae Williams, Williams’ mother, has also gone to prison in connection with her son’s criminal activities. Erika bought Williams a firearm in the months following his release from prison in 2020, though that firearm was not the one Williams used to shoot Moldovan. Erika was sentenced to 10 months in prison and three years of supervised release in 2023.  Moldovan’s recovery is ongoing to this day. He has gone through eight neurological rehabilitation programs, four different hospitals, and nearly 20 outpatient doctors.  Moldovan gave an impact statement at Williams’ sentencing in which he denounced Williams’ actions as “wicked and malicious.” Moldovan explained that it had been a dream of his since high school to become a police officer. Now, Moldovan said he struggles with basic tasks, and cannot do activities with his loved ones, like playing with his nieces and nephews or going camping with friends, without “significant” help. The Moldovans also say they can never become parents because of the debilitating injuries Moldovan sustained. “My life is vastly altered. I will never be the same because of this brutal and unnecessary attack,” said Moldovan. “The simplest everyday tasks present immense challenges. The constant burning and debilitating nerve pain only adds to the daily difficulties.”  Moldovan said Williams was selfish and unrepentant. Williams smiled and nodded throughout Moldovan’s impact statement.  “He wasn’t scared of the police, he was scared of facing the consequences of his unlawful and culpable actions. Because of his selfish behavior, I will live the rest of my life in agonizing pain and suffering,” said Moldovan. “He has a chance to rehabilitate and prove that he can be better while he was on probation for other violent offenses, but he has shown that he cannot. He is nothing but violent and a danger to society.” Moldovan is working to heal to a point where he can rejoin the Phoenix Police Department. Moldovan’s wife and high school sweetheart, Chelsea, has been his full-time caregiver since the attack. Chelsea was reportedly forced to resign from her job at a hospital, where she was working toward attending school to become a physician assistant.  The Moldovans released a statement thanking God for Moldovan’s life, the community for its support, and the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for securing William’s conviction.  “We are eternally grateful and blessed for mcaoaz’s amazing prosecution team that poured countless hours to bring forth justice. For @phoenixpolice’s support all these years as Tyler continues to give his all to be able to serve once again as your officer. For your support to our family and squad in the darkest days,” said the Moldovans. “And the greatest thank you of all to our dear family and friends. Who have showed up in more ways than we could describe. God knew who we would need in the midst of our greatest trial, our heaviest season. Thank you God for your goodness, faithfulness and everlasting love.” AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Man Gets Life In Prison For Attempted Murder Of Phoenix Police Officer Tyler Moldovan first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae44528b07771bb4b2e9938 Rep. Chris Lopez Named Retailers Association’s Legislator Of The Year For Expanding Pharmacy Care te 2026-10-30T07:20:08.383Z Rep. Chris Lopez Named Retailers Association’s Legislator Of The Year For Expanding Pharmacy Care By Matthew Holloway | Arizona state Rep. Chris Lopez (R-LD16) received the Arizona Retailers Association’s 2026 Legislator of the Year Award for his work on legislation authorizing pharmacists to test for and treat certain common illnesses. The association presented the award on Oct. 21. In a press release, the Arizona House cited Lopez’s work on healthcare access and support for Arizona businesses. Lopez introduced the pharmacy proposal as House Bill 2444. The policy became law through Senate Bill 1713 after receiving bipartisan legislative support and the governor’s signature in June. 👏Rep. Chris Lopez Named Arizona Retailers Association’s 2026 Legislator of the Year Award recognizes Lopez’s leadership in expanding access to affordable healthcare through new pharmacy test-and-treat law “People shouldn’t have to miss work or drive across the county just to… pic.twitter.com/rZfK3Vek5k — Arizona House Republicans (@AZHouseGOP) October 27, 2026 “People shouldn’t have to miss work or drive across the county just to get treated for the flu or strep throat,” Lopez said. “This law gives families a faster, more affordable option at their local pharmacy while keeping important patient safeguards in place. I’m proud we got it passed, and I appreciate the Arizona Retailers Association recognizing that work.” The law, authorizes pharmacists to independently order, perform, and interpret qualifying tests under a statewide written protocol approved by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy. Pharmacists may initiate treatment for eligible patients with test results indicating influenza, strep throat, COVID-19, or other coronavirus respiratory illnesses. Patients must be at least 12 years old or meet the treatment’s authorized minimum age, whichever is higher. The protocol must address screening, medical history, eligibility exclusions, treatment instructions, training, follow-up care, and referrals. Pharmacists must obtain written parental or guardian consent before independently testing, screening, or treating a minor. The law does not require pharmacists to offer the services. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae41af566675d675c31f0eb Packers top Panthers, Brewers storm Lambeau and Christian Watson returns from hospital te 2026-10-30T04:20:05.180Z Packers top Panthers, Brewers storm Lambeau and Christian Watson returns from hospital The Green Bay Packers opened Week 8 with a crucial win, keeping pace in a tightly contested NFC North race. Jordan Love threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns as Green Bay defeated the Carolina Panthers 27-19 at Lambeau Field Thursday night. Bryce Young was sacked six times and threw an interception as Carolina lost its second straight game. Despite the setback, the Panthers remain atop the NFC South and hold the head-to-head tiebreaker after defeating division rival Atlanta in Week 2. BREWERS CONTINUE WORLD SERIES CELEBRATION, RAISE COMMISSIONER’S TROPHY AT LAMBEAU FIELD DURING PACKERS GAME Packers wide receiver Christian Watson got taken to the hospital after injuring his chest in the second quarter, only to return to the game in the second half. Watson’s injury occurred as he made a 53-yard catch, with Panthers cornerback Will Lee also getting hurt on the play while making a diving stop. Lee was carted into the locker room with a hamstring injury and didn’t return to the game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! After getting sent to the hospital for examination, Watson returned to Lambeau Field and received a huge ovation as he headed back to the field after the Packers had extended their lead to 27-10 in the third quarter. Watson returned to the game later in the third, after Ryan Fitzgerald’s 50-yard field goal made it 27-13. Less than 24 hours after the Milwaukee Brewers captured the franchise’s first World Series title, the team’s celebration continued roughly 120 miles north at Lambeau Field. Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff brought the Commissioner’s Trophy onto the field Thursday night at the end of the first quarter. Teammates Christian Yelich and Sal Frelick also joined the celebration. Watson had six catches for 100 yards before leaving the game. The Packers will face New England on Nov. 8, while the Panthers will host the Denver Broncos in Charlotte in Week 9. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae41af366675d675c31f0ab Clippers Sign Former First-Round Pick to a 10-Day Contract te 2026-10-30T04:20:03.005Z Clippers Sign Former First-Round Pick to a 10-Day Contract The Los Angeles Clippers are bringing back former first-round pick Blake Wesley on a 10-day contract amid roster injuries. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4119366675d675c31ee38 Three Kids in ICU as Pumpkin Farm E.coli Cases Probed: How to Stay Safe te 2026-10-30T03:40:03.024Z Three Kids in ICU as Pumpkin Farm E.coli Cases Probed: How to Stay Safe Three children are in intensive care as E.coli cases at pumpkin farms raise concerns ahead of Halloween. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae40ce466675d675c31ecef Packers WR Christian Watson gets checked at hospital after scary injury, somehow returns to Lambeau Field te 2026-10-30T03:20:04.707Z Packers WR Christian Watson gets checked at hospital after scary injury, somehow returns to Lambeau Field Seemingly every other game in the NFL these days, there's a scary injury that requires transportation and tests at the hospital. Just in the past few weeks, Jalen Hurts' blood clots and Terry McLaurin's awful leg injury were major stories around the league. During Thursday night's game, that injury went to Green Bay Packers star wide receiver Christian Watson. On a play that also hurt a defensive back. Watson was in the middle of a huge night against the Carolina Panthers at Lambeau Field, racking up six catches for 100 receiving yards in the first half. His big play came when he brought in a 53-yard catch on a deep ball from Jordan Love about midway through the second quarter, setting the Packers up in great field position as they drove down for another score. But he hit the ground hard while colliding with Panthers cornerback Will Lee III, and was slow to get up. Lee himself also had to be helped to his feet thanks to a hamstring injury, eventually needing the cart to leave the field. TERRY MCLAURIN CARTED OFF, MIKE EVANS HURT AS 49ERS HOLD OFF COMMANDERS 23-17 ON BRUTAL MNF But Watson's injury, at first glance, seemed more serious. The 27-year-old was transported in an ambulance to a hospital near Lambeau Field, undergoing precautionary checks for a chest injury, while Lee was deemed doubtful to return to the game himself. But that's where the story gets crazier, and so much better. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Not long after leaving for the hospital, Watson, miraculously, returned to Lambeau Field. Quite literally driven back to the stadium in the ambulance, cameras caught him running out of the tunnel back in full pads to, unsurprisingly, a raucous reception from the home crowd. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Seems like Watson either never got out of pads while going to the hospital, going through medical tests while in full uniform, or did an extremely fast quick change. Then he was driven back to the stadium in an ambulance, running directly from the tunnel out to the field. Less than an hour after sustaining what looked to be a scary, and painful, injury. And sure enough, Watson returned to the game not long afterward. Even pulling in another reception, as Love found him for a six-yard completion in Carolina territory right at the start of the fourth quarter. Incredible. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! That drive wound up in a Love interception, but the Packers still took a 27-13 lead into the middle part of the fourth quarter. And they have their star wide receiver back, somehow, after a brief detour to a local hospital. Not that most fans doubt NFL players are tough, but absolutely nobody will be questioning Christian Watson's toughness and commitment to his team anytime soon. 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Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff brought the Commissioner’s Trophy onto the field Thursday night at the end of the first quarter of the Green Bay Packers’ game against the Carolina Panthers. Teammates Christian Yelich and Sal Frelick also joined the celebration. Frelick embraced the moment by attempting a Lambeau Leap of his own, drawing a warm reaction from the Packers faithful. BREWERS STAR CHRISTIAN YELICH PAYS TOUCHING TRIBUTE TO LATE, BELOVED BROADCASTER AFTER WORLD SERIES WIN Milwaukee could come to a standstill Friday, with thousands of fans expected to line the streets for a victory parade celebrating the Brewers’ long-awaited championship. Wisconsin’s largest school district, Milwaukee Public Schools, announced it would close Friday, citing operational and safety concerns. However, the closure will also give faculty and students the opportunity to enjoy the parade. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The parade route will run through downtown Milwaukee before ending with a fan fest at Henry Maier Festival Park. The Packers are likely hoping to build on the Brewers’ success, despite not having won or reached a Super Bowl since the 2010 season. The Brewers’ Game 5 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays to clinch the World Series title and the Bucks' 2021 NBA Finals victory means the Packers now own the longest championship drought among Wisconsin’s major men’s professional sports teams. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Green Bay entered Thursday night’s game coming off a Week 7 loss to the Detroit Lions. The Panthers jumped out to a 3-0 first-quarter lead. The Packers responded by taking a 20-10 halftime lead and extending the advantage to 27-10 in the third quarter. 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A Robinson R22 helicopter and an Airbus H125 helicopter collided near McMinnville Municipal Airport around 2:15 p.m. local time, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed in a statement to Fox News Digital. Only the pilot was aboard the Robinson R22, while two people were aboard the Airbus H125, according to the FAA. TWO NAVY JETS CRASH MIDAIR AS CREW SUCCESSFULLY EJECTS DURING IDAHO MILITARY BASE AIR SHOW The agency did not provide information about possible injuries or fatalities, leaving the conditions of the three people aboard the aircraft unclear. The collision occurred in a field off Oregon Route 233, about one mile west of Dayton, according to Oregon Department of Transportation spokesperson Mindy McCartt. McCartt told Fox News Digital that the highway and some nearby county roads were closed at the request of emergency responders. She said there was no estimated reopening time. DASHCAM VIDEO CAPTURES SMALL PLANE CRASHING ON SAN JOSE HIGHWAY, INJURING THREE ON BOARD, INCLUDING CHILD McMinnville Airport Manager John Paskell told Fox News Digital that the collision occurred off airport property and did not disrupt airport operations. The airport remained open without closures or restrictions. Paskell said he understood that both helicopters were based at the airport but could not confirm what activities they were conducting or how the collision occurred. The FAA said it would investigate the collision alongside the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which will lead the investigation and provide further updates.  The agency cautioned that its information was preliminary and subject to change. The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office and NTSB did not respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4038266675d675c31ea63 Red Sox Trade Shortstop to AL Rival in Sudden Move te 2026-10-30T02:40:02.740Z Red Sox Trade Shortstop to AL Rival in Sudden Move The Boston Red Sox have traded shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng to the Detroit Tigers in an early offseason move. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4012d66675d675c31ea08 June Jones, former Hawai'i and Atlanta Falcons head coach, dead at 73 te 2026-10-30T02:30:05.645Z June Jones, former Hawai'i and Atlanta Falcons head coach, dead at 73 June Jones, a longtime football coach who made an impact at the college level, died at the age of 73 on Thursday. Jones was placed in hospice care two weeks ago, as he’s dealt with health issues earlier this year, per the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. The University of Hawai’i, where Jones served as head coach from 1999-2007 after playing quarterback for the Rainbow Warriors, confirmed his death. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Timmy Chang, Hawai’i’s current head coach, became the NCAA’s all-time passing yards leader under the tutelage of Jones. He said "words can’t express the sorrow" he feels learning of his old coach’s passing. "Coach Jones was a father figure, a mentor, and a visionary who revolutionized the game," Chang said in a statement, per ESPN. "He believed in a young kid from Hawai’i and gave me the opportunity of a lifetime to run his offense. And his impact didn’t stop when my playing days ended. He guided me every step of the way as I transitioned into coaching, always making time to share his wisdom and support me when I took over this program. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "He put Hawai'i football on the map and showed us all what was possible. We lost a true legend today, but I will spend the rest of my career trying to honor his legacy, his passion for this university and the Aloha he shared with everyone he touched. My deepest condolences go out to his 'ohana and all those who he impacted." After playing college ball at Hawai’i, Portland State and Oregon, Jones signed as an undrafted free agent with the Atlanta Falcons, whom he spent four seasons with, backing up quarterback Steve Bartkowski. He started five games in his NFL career, winning just one. Jones’ coaching career began right after his playing days were over. He eventually worked his way to become the Falcons’ head coach from 1994-96, and he would be named the interim head coach of the San Diego Chargers in 1998. He had an opportunity to remain in place, but he decided to head back to Hawai’i to become its head coach. Jones led the Rainbow Warriors to conference titles in 1999 and 2007, the latter season being a historic one. Hawai’i began the season 12-0 and made the school’s first-ever BCS bowl game (Sugar Bowl). "The 2007 season and making the Sugar Bowl, that went over what anybody ever thought was possible," Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi, a former Rainbow Warriors player and assistant coach, said in a statement. "I was on the field for the game [against] the University of Washington. We were down 21 points, not once but twice, and still came back to win against a very formidable opponent. That kind of coaching and who he was was very, very special. He leaves an incredible legacy here. June was very special, we will miss him, but his legacy will live on." Jones’ career took him to SMU next, where he was head coach from 2008-14. He also coached in the USFL and CFL. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae4012c66675d675c31e9ff Chili's customers suffer chemical burns after dangerous margarita mix-up te 2026-10-30T02:30:04.523Z Chili's customers suffer chemical burns after dangerous margarita mix-up Multiple customers at a Chili's Grill & Bar reported experiencing chemical burns Wednesday after consuming margaritas that had been prepared with an industrial cleaning chemical that was mistaken for sugar or salt. The Foothills Health District said the incident unfolded at a restaurant in Forest City, North Carolina. Three customers consumed the contaminated margaritas, while two restaurant employees also reportedly experienced symptoms after exposure to the chemical, according to the health district. ROACHES CAUGHT CRAWLING ACROSS POPULAR STEAKHOUSE'S KITCHEN FLOOR IN VIRAL EMPLOYEE VIDEO According to preliminary findings, the mix-up began Monday when an employee received an industrial degreaser from a contracted worker and placed it in an unmarked container. The container was then brought inside the restaurant and left in the bar area. Two days later, an employee preparing the bar for lunch service discovered the unlabeled container and, believing its contents to be sugar or salt, used the chemical to prepare the margarita station, the health district said. Shortly after the restaurant opened, three customers consumed the contaminated beverages and "immediately experienced discomfort and chemical burns in and around their mouths." After the customers alerted staff, two employees also tasted the substance and reported similar symptoms. CHILI'S REVIVES ICONIC RED BOOTHS AND CLASSIC DESIGN IN NATIONWIDE RESTAURANT OVERHAUL In a statement to Fox News Digital, Chili's said the company took immediate action to support those affected. "We are aware of an isolated incident at our restaurant in Forest City, North Carolina that resulted in injuries to two of our guests and Team Members. Our team took immediate action to support those affected and avoid any further injuries. We are actively investigating the circumstances related to this incident as the health and wellbeing of our guests and Team Members remain our top priority," the company said. The company’s account differed from the Foothills Health District’s preliminary findings, which said three customers experienced chemical burns after consuming the margaritas. After the Foothills Health District launched an investigation, the restaurant's food service permit was immediately suspended. It was quickly reinstated on Thursday after specialists determined the restaurant met all other food safety standards. MORE THAN 12,000 POUNDS OF BACON RECALLED AFTER USDA ISSUES HIGHEST-RISK ALERT The health district used the incident to remind all food service establishments in North Carolina that chemicals must be properly labeled and stored away from food-handling areas. "This incident highlights the importance of proper chemical labeling, storage, and handling in food service establishments, as required by the North Carolina Food Code, to prevent chemical contamination and protect public health," Jason Masters, the health director of Foothills Health District, said in a statement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3fc7a66675d675c31e884 Packers WR Christian Watson Exits Panthers Game With Concerning Injury te 2026-10-30T02:10:02.872Z Packers WR Christian Watson Exits Panthers Game With Concerning Injury Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson left in an ambulance for the hospital after a hard hit during the Panthers game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3fa2566675d675c31e7f8 Dream-Valkyries WNBA Finals Game 7 Draws Record Ticket Price te 2026-10-30T02:00:05.002Z Dream-Valkyries WNBA Finals Game 7 Draws Record Ticket Price WNBA Finals Game 7 featuring the Dream and the Valkyries has reportedly set a record ticket price ahead of the huge matchup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3fa2366675d675c31e7ef Iran War US Military Death Toll Rises to 23 as Airman’s Death Investigated te 2026-10-30T02:00:03.265Z Iran War US Military Death Toll Rises to 23 as Airman’s Death Investigated Two more US military deaths were added to the Iran war tally, including an airman whose demise remains under investigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f7d066675d675c31e793 A ghost story in the nation's Capitol te 2026-10-30T01:50:08.510Z A ghost story in the nation's Capitol They always ask if I felt something. "Across your foot? Your shin?" My shin?  "Yeah. Your ankle. Did you feel it?" Not really. But before I respond, they ask again. What was it like?" they inquired. "Or did you just fall?" Then they speculated I might be clumsy. Hmmph. Clumsy. I truly don’t think so. REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: CONGRESS BRACES FOR POST-ELECTION GAME OF MUSICAL CHAIRS AS LEADERSHIP BATTLES LOOM Oh. I fall like everyone else. I work out daily. I’ve taken a couple of tumbles on predawn runs in Alexandria, Virginia. You never know when one of those sidewalk snakes will slither up from the asphalt and nip you on the ankle. I used to snow ski. I studied martial arts for years and hold a second degree black belt. Clumsy? Nah. "But, what do you think it was?" they follow up. Well, I have my theories. I was a little tired that day. I noted the lip on the small staircase near the Memorial Door of the U.S. Capitol where I may have caught the edge of my brown loafers. I remember my shoes. Rubber soles. Slight scuff on the toes. Perfectly matched with my crisp tan summer suit. Not quite an "Obama" tan suit. But appropriate for summer. And I thought at least reasonably dapper for traipsing around the U.S. Capitol and covering Congress on a sweltering July day. Was it the shoes? My fatigue? Or how about my haste to "get the story." I spotted then-Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his small coterie of aides and a security detail descending a spiral staircase after a meeting with then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. D-Calif. I would try to ask Trudeau a question. No. This really doesn’t have anything to do with Trudeau. Or the fact that I recalled that there was a picture of him, aged about 14 or 15, at Olympic Stadium in Montreal, rooting for the Expos. He’s there with his father — the most storied of all Canadian prime ministers — the late Pierre Trudeau. Of course, the Expos no longer play in Montreal. They don’t play at all. They moved to Washington in 2005 and are now the Nationals. And this was before the tariff wars. Montreal has been bereft of Major League Baseball ever since. What would Youppi! Say? Look him up, kids. No, there wasn’t something across my shin or ankle. I didn’t feel anything. I was there, on those steps, in the U.S. Capitol, because I’m a baseball fan. And I found out that Justin Trudeau watched those old Montreal Expos teams in the 1980s. Stocked with Andre Dawson, Warren Cromartie and Steve Rogers. And even though Trudeau was there to discuss affairs of state with Pelosi and others, I was there to ask him about the national pastime. Ironic, I know, to pose such an interrogative to a Canadian. However, the reason was that there was a report that the Tampa Bay Rays might consider splitting their season each year between Florida and Montreal. Big league baseball would return to Quebec. It would be international news if Trudeau commented. It would appear on Fox. FS1. ESPN. TSN in Canada. And Montreal — famously robbed of perhaps winning the World Series in 1994 with the best team in the game that year because of the player’s strike — might have a shot again at baseball glory. But journalism is like baseball. A game of failure. You sometimes swing and miss. You’re doing great if you’re successful three out of ten times. THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO WHY REMOVING ILHAN OMAR FROM CONGRESS COULD BE HARDER THAN TRUMP EXPECTS And sometimes, in journalism, the question is never asked. That was this day. On those steps. Questions about the Rays and Montreal were muted. All because of whatever got me. Absolutely got me. I stepped toward Trudeau, mumbled something about Tampa Bay and bought it. I fell on those steps. Directly in front of the Canadian Prime Minister. On the hard Capitol marble. I quickly realized I was about to fall. With a microphone in one hand, I couldn’t catch myself. I was confident I’d break a wrist or a hand if I tried to catch myself. So, I just went with it and fell. And because I studied martial arts for all of those years from Master Kim and Master Yang back at the Tae Kwon Do dojang, I knew how to fall without hurting myself. I rolled onto my right shoulder toward Trudeau. My feeling flew up absurdly high in the air. "Oh Chad! Oh Chad! Oh Chad!" hollered my photographer, Robert Fetzer. "Chad!" Trudeau stopped briefly. But I leaped to my feet after the roll, hoping he might say something about baseball. I struck out. And Trudeau departed. "But what tripped you?" they ask. "Were you all right?" Physically, I was fine. Mentally, kind of garbled. I’ve worked daily at the U.S. Capitol for decades. I had a sneaking suspicion of what got me. Or better yet, who? In the latter years of the 19th Century, Rep. William Taulbee, D-Ky., did not get along with reporter Charles Kincaid. Taulbee thought Kincaid wasn’t an honest broker, writing screeds about his personal affairs. Taulbee was tall, towering over the diminutive Kincaid. Taulbee was known to sometimes physically pummel Kincaid. Taulbee was out of federal office. But Kincaid knew Taulbee would be at the Capitol. Kincaid packed a pistol with him. And on Feb. 28, 1890, the reporter shot the Bluegrass Congressman square in the eye. Taulbee leaked blood all the way down the House’s "Y" staircase, the plasma blending with marble. Through a miracle of chemistry, the splotches are still visible today. The Kentucky Democrat succumbed to his injuries 11 days later. It probably goes without saying that Taulbee does not like the congressional press corps. And, so, his phantasm is known to lurk around the Capitol. Sometimes low bridging reporters on ornate staircases. "What tripped you?" they ask. And before I can answer, my inquisitors jump to a conclusion, albeit an interrogative one. "Was it a ghost?" they giddily exclaim, like they had just figured out Final Jeopardy. As I say, I have my theories. I’ll let you come to your own conclusions. But I don’t want to trip you up. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f7ce66675d675c31e767 In Reversal, Former Primary Rival Will Campaign With El-Sayed te 2026-10-30T01:50:06.321Z In Reversal, Former Primary Rival Will Campaign With El-Sayed Representative Haley Stevens of Michigan, who was defeated by Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in August’s Democratic Senate primary, said she would appear with the candidate this weekend. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f7cd66675d675c31e74c Bo Bichette Reportedly Makes Offseason Decision on 2027 Mets Option te 2026-10-30T01:50:05.158Z Bo Bichette Reportedly Makes Offseason Decision on 2027 Mets Option New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette made a decision on his player option for the 2027 season after the World Series. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f7cb66675d675c31e743 UCLA Gets Major Update From QB Nico Iamaleava After Season-Ending Injury te 2026-10-30T01:50:03.814Z UCLA Gets Major Update From QB Nico Iamaleava After Season-Ending Injury UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava informs the program that he plans to return to the program next season after his season-ending injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f58466675d675c31dee5 Leading Edge students hear first-hand accounts of addiction and recovery te 2026-10-30T01:40:20.595Z Leading Edge students hear first-hand accounts of addiction and recovery Prosecute. Deter. Treat. That’s the structure Leading Edge Academy Counselor Joseph Harvey took for the school’s 2026 Red Ribbon Week. The event focused on three aspects of drug use: prosecution, deterrence and treatment if drug use has happened. The national drug-use prevention campaign traditionally runs the week of October 23 – 31 and aims to educate students on the impacts of drug use. This year, rather than cramming into a gym setting to listen to one speaker, Harvey decided to structure multiple speakers from different facets of drug prevention all into one day of learning. “Last year, I was looking at students in the gym, and they seemed interested but disengaged. I felt like rotating the speakers would be more impactful,” Harvey said. The K-8 students rotated from class to class, learning about everything from the impact of vaping on dental health to the dangers of drug overdose to avoiding peer pressure. “Everything today was telling us that drugs are bad and not to do it,” said 8th grader Iliana Munoz. Eight graders, Anthony Clemente Jr. and Iliana Munoz at Leading Edge Academy on Oct. 29, 2026. [Karen Bartunek] Joshua Johnson shares his drug abuse story with a class at Leading Edge Academy on Oct. 29, 2026. [Karen Bartunek] Students at a Red Ribbon Week presentation at Leading Edge Academy on Oct. 29, 2026. [Karen Bartunek] Joshua Johnson shares his drug abuse story with a class at Leading Edge Academy on Oct. 29, 2026. [Karen Bartunek] John Wigchert and Lance Beam of Crossroads talk about addiction recovery with students at Leading Edge Academy on Oct. 29, 2026. [Karen Bartunek] John Wigchert, Lance Beam and Jen Cullen of Crossroads talk about addiction recovery with students at Leading Edge Academy on Oct. 29, 2026. [Karen Bartunek]   Guest speakers who represent the prosecution aspect of drug use included Pinal County Superior Court Judge Delia R. Neal, members of the Arizona Drug Task Force and Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller. Speakers highlighting how to deter drug addiction issues included Maricopa Fire/Medical Department, corrections and probation officers, and a dental student. Meanwhile, staff from addiction organizations like Community Medical Services and Crossroads explained treatment protocol post-addiction. But perhaps the most impactful guest speakers were the real-life examples of people in recovery who shared their personal stories with the students. “I think it’s realistic. There’s no holding back. We’re talking about drugs and about how to avoid them, but we also have people here who have had an addiction,” Harvey said. Joshua Johnson framed his experience with drug use as his attempt to mask pain. “I didn’t have a drug problem, I had a life problem,” Johnson said, highlighting that he used drugs to escape his trauma, his feelings and who he was. “Be authentic, don’t hide and don’t rob the world of the gift of who you are,” he added. Crossroads staff talked to students about their program and facility, showing a real-world perspective of what it takes to recover after becoming addicted to drugs. “I definitely think that hearing the harsh reality of drug use, especially at this age, I can see it affecting them,” said 8th grade teacher Madisson Anderson. That was the perception 8th grade student Anthony Clemente Jr. walked away with. “It doesn’t only affect you, it can affect your family, too,” he said. That was exactly the perspective Harvey hoped students would see. “We’re a community. Everyone in the community has a part to play and everyone can contribute helping the youth of this nation,” Harvey said.     The post Leading Edge students hear first-hand accounts of addiction and recovery appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f57b66675d675c31ddd8 Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs Addresses Unexpected Injury Status Before Vikings Clash te 2026-10-30T01:40:11.242Z Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs Addresses Unexpected Injury Status Before Vikings Clash Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs shared an update on his shoulder ahead of his team's huge showdown with the undefeated Vikings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f57466675d675c31dd3f Ex-Trump Aide Says Republicans 'Essentially in Triage' Ahead of Midterms te 2026-10-30T01:40:04.941Z Ex-Trump Aide Says Republicans 'Essentially in Triage' Ahead of Midterms Ex-Trump administration official Marc Short says that Republicans are effectively in "triage" mode ahead of next week's midterms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f31f66675d675c31c2a6 Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Understands the Criticism He's Received te 2026-10-30T01:30:07.617Z Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Understands the Criticism He's Received McDaniel hasn't delivered since taking on the job this season. The Chargers sit near the bottom in most categories. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f31e66675d675c31c29d Broncos Keep Door Open for Injured WR Jaylen Waddle te 2026-10-30T01:30:06.062Z Broncos Keep Door Open for Injured WR Jaylen Waddle There is still hope that Denver Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle will play in Week 8. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f31c66675d675c31c294 Chiefs Get Concerning Update on Star CB te 2026-10-30T01:30:04.480Z Chiefs Get Concerning Update on Star CB The Kansas City Chiefs star cornerback could be sidelined for the near future. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f31a66675d675c31c278 You don’t need to believe in a god to get a religious exemption from using AI at work te 2026-10-30T01:30:02.259Z You don’t need to believe in a god to get a religious exemption from using AI at work David Durman, a University of Kentucky administrator, recently earned a religious exemption from using AI in the workplace. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f0cb66675d675c31c240 Paradise Valley district faces civil rights complaint over ignoring antisemitic abuse te 2026-10-30T01:20:11.787Z Paradise Valley district faces civil rights complaint over ignoring antisemitic abuse The sign for Desert Shadows Middle School in Phoenix. (Screenshot via PV Schools/Facebook) The Anti-Defamation League filed a federal civil rights complaint against Paradise Valley Unified School District, accusing school officials of failing to address the antisemitic harassment of a teen girl.  In a 33-page complaint to the U.S. Department of Education, attorney Gregory D. Speier, who filed the complaint on behalf of the ADL, recounted a month of repeated abuse endured by the girl, who is not named and was referred to as “Student A” in the complaint.  Speier called the school district’s response to the harassment inadequate. He argued that the lack of accountability for students who used slurs and even physically assaulted the girl emboldened perpetrators.  “Every aspect of how the District handled these incidents — the delays, the minimization, the eye-rolling, the excuses, the victim-blaming, the refusal to discipline — communicated the same message to students: antisemitism is tolerated here,” Speier wrote.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE According to the complaint, the 14-year-old girl, who wears a Star of David necklace and is open about being Jewish, began to be targeted by at least five other students at Desert Shadows Middle School between April 20 and May 21. One student told her she should be sent to a concentration camp to be “gassed.” Another made Nazi salutes at her. And on the last day of the school year, a student who had repeatedly called her an “ugly Jew” threw her into a cabinet after attending a meeting with school administrators, causing bruises and requiring her to be checked for a concussion.  Yet school officials only punished two of the five students involved and made excuses for the rest, Speier wrote. When the teen reported the student who called her an “ugly Jew,” the principal said he was just “defending himself” against an accusation that he liked the girl, and argued that he is “very religious” and a “big Christian.” And the assistant school principal allegedly expressed skepticism about the girl’s report, saying she had a hard time believing the boy had said that because he is so religious.  When that same boy later physically assaulted the girl, school officials said they couldn’t do anything since it occurred on the last day of school, and failed to file an incident report. The girl’s father was forced to file police reports instead, Speier wrote.  School administrators also allegedly waved away complaints about the boy who performed the Nazi salute, saying he likely had a crush on the girl and using his Individualized Education Program, a special education plan, to avoid punishing him. That boy later used the Nazi salute against another Jewish student.  “Each of these failures sent the same message to Student A and to the student body: targeting a Jewish classmate carries no real consequence,” Speier wrote.  Instead of penalizing the students who were harassing the teen, school officials are accused of singling out and even isolating the girl. She was moved to a different classroom — where one of the perpetrators was still a classmate — and given a personal escort that Speier said only served to “broadcast” her status as a victim to the whole school. The teen was also confined to the principal’s office for two class periods, which forced her to miss multiple assignments and led to her falling behind academically.  The months-long harassment also affected the girl’s emotional well-being. She stopped wearing her Star of David necklace out of fear for her safety and is now attending counseling.  The complaint alleges that the school has a pattern of tolerating antisemitism. Other Jewish students reported having “Jesus loves you” notes placed in their backpacks, one student found a swastika in their backpack and another was attacked near the end of the school year.  The ADL is requesting that federal officials conduct an investigation into the district’s practices and require the district to implement several remedies, including communicating a zero-tolerance policy for antisemitic conduct to all employees, students and families; issuing a statement denouncing anti-semitism; setting up mandatory staff training on antisemitism; undertaking a disciplinary review of school staff who failed to report or respond adequately to the teen’s harassment; appointing an independent monitor to review the district’s civil rights policies; and providing a formal apology to the teen and her family. In an emailed statement, Paradise Valley Unified School District spokesman Mat Droge said that the district condemns antisemitism and that hateful speech and behavior has no place in its schools. Droge was unable to share details about individual disciplinary actions, but said that each incident reported last year was “immediately investigated and addressed.” He added that Desert Shadows Middle School held presentations on antisemitism and respectful behavior for students last year and said that efforts to promote a positive school environment will continue into the next year.  “Every student deserves to attend a school where they feel a sense of belonging, and we will continue working to ensure that our actions reflect that commitment,” Droge wrote.  YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f0ca66675d675c31c21f Man dressed as zombie allegedly stabs two in coffee shop, flees and hits robotaxi te 2026-10-30T01:20:10.413Z Man dressed as zombie allegedly stabs two in coffee shop, flees and hits robotaxi A man dressed as a zombie allegedly stabbed two people at an Austin, Texas coffee shop Wednesday night before speeding away in a pickup truck and crashing into an unoccupied vehicle. The Austin Police Department (APD) identified the suspect as Shankar Temple Grace, 20, who was arrested following a search. The incident unfolded shortly before a local comedy show was scheduled to begin at The Buzz Mill, a coffee shop and bar. Officials said police responded to reports of a "disturbance hot shot" inside the business, a classification for a rapidly escalating altercation involving an immediate threat to life or serious physical harm. MYSTERY WOMAN SOUGHT AFTER AMERICAN FOUND DEAD IN COSTA RICAN TOURIST DESTINATION First responders found one victim with life-threatening injuries and another with non-life-threatening injuries, APD said. Both victims were rushed to a local hospital. They were last reported in stable condition, according to authorities. FORMER TV ANCHOR WHO PLEADED GUILTY TO KILLING MOTHER LAST HALLOWEEN GETS LIFE SENTENCE After the stabbing, the suspect fled in a pickup truck, speeding away before striking an unoccupied autonomous vehicle, KEYE reported. Officers launched a search and eventually located him on a walking trail roughly three miles from the scene, police said. The suspect was wearing a Halloween costume at the time of the attack, APD said. A witness told police the man was dressed as a zombie, with his face covered in makeup, according to KEYE. People at the establishment also told police the man had caused a disturbance at the bar before Wednesday night's stabbing, the outlet reported. Grace was booked into the Travis County Jail and charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, a second-degree felony. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f0c866675d675c31c1e3 Vikings Get Good News on Injured Veteran RB te 2026-10-30T01:20:08.145Z Vikings Get Good News on Injured Veteran RB The Minnesota Vikings veteran running back is doing everything he can to play this week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f0c666675d675c31c1da Wizards Lose Key Rotation Player for Months Following Surgery te 2026-10-30T01:20:06.760Z Wizards Lose Key Rotation Player for Months Following Surgery The Washington Wizards suffer a setback as Justin Champagnie undergoes foot surgery and faces an extended absence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f0c566675d675c31c1d1 Packers Get Exciting Injury Update on Micah Parsons: Report te 2026-10-30T01:20:05.316Z Packers Get Exciting Injury Update on Micah Parsons: Report The Green Bay Packers expect Micah Parsons to return to practice next week, according to a report from Ian Rapoport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3f0c366675d675c31c1c8 Pope Leo May Be Among the Nearly 20 Million Americans Voting Early te 2026-10-30T01:20:03.463Z Pope Leo May Be Among the Nearly 20 Million Americans Voting Early Pope Leo XIV requested an Illinois ballot to his Vatican City address. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ee7366675d675c31c165 Brewers star Christian Yelich pays touching tribute to late, beloved broadcaster after World Series win te 2026-10-30T01:10:11.246Z Brewers star Christian Yelich pays touching tribute to late, beloved broadcaster after World Series win The Milwaukee Brewers' first World Series title meant the world to their loyal fans, and would have meant the world to the late, beloved broadcaster Bob Uecker. Uecker was the Brewers’ radio broadcaster for 54 seasons, from 1971 to 2024, and became a Brewers legend. He died at age 90 in January 2025. Brewers captain Christian Yelich was particularly close to Uecker and offered a touching tribute after the team’s World Series victory. "He’s smiling, man. I really wish he could have been here to see this," Yelich said. "It would have meant everything to him, but like we said a bunch, he’s been with us a lot. We keep him close to our hearts." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "This one’s still for Bob, still for Ueck. Uecky, I love you, man, and we did it." Brewers manager Pat Murphy referenced Uecker in his postgame locker room speech before the team popped open bottles of champagne. "So Ueck sent me a text today," Murphy said, drawing laughter from the clubhouse. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "He said, ‘Look, I helped you against the Padres and I messed with the Dodgers a little bit and then you came here and you’re on your own because we had a doubleheader and they actually let me catch the last three innings of the game.’" Murphy was referring to the broadcaster’s time as a player, when Uecker was a catcher in the big leagues for six seasons, from 1962 to 1967. "But you did it for the city, you did it for the state, and you boys ought to be awfully proud to know that you’re the first ever Milwaukee Brewer team to be World Champions." Following Murphy’s speech, the clubhouse erupted into pandemonium as the champagne started flying. The only thing missing from the unforgettable scene was Uecker. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ee7266675d675c31c15c WATCH: Phoenix bank employees rescue food vendor during severe Arizona storm in viral video te 2026-10-30T01:10:10.218Z WATCH: Phoenix bank employees rescue food vendor during severe Arizona storm in viral video A group of Arizona bank employees sprang into action to help a longtime neighborhood food vendor escape a powerful storm, pulling him and his cart inside as strong winds and hail battered the Phoenix area in a heartwarming rescue caught on video. The incident occurred at a PNC Bank branch as severe weather swept through the Phoenix area last week, prompting employees to help a local vendor caught in the storm, according to FOX 10 Phoenix. Video posted by an individual inside the bank shows an employee helping the vendor, identified as Hilario Cruz Cruz, pull his food cart inside as wind and hail batter the area. The video quickly went viral online, amassing more than 1 million views on TikTok and hundreds of thousands of likes. ARIZONA SHERIFF'S HELICOPTER CREW RESCUES MAN STRANDED ATOP OVERTURNED TRUCK IN RAPIDLY RISING FLOODWATERS "With one hand, I held the door against the strong wind blowing it, and with my other hand I pulled the cart inside. The young man was doing the same on his side. If I had been anywhere else, maybe they wouldn't have been able to help me like that," Cruz Cruz said in an interview with FOX 10 Phoenix through a translator. According to Cruz Cruz, the bank employees were longtime customers who had been buying food from his cart for years. He believes that connection inspired them to step in. "They said, ‘He's not going anywhere else, he stays here, and we're bringing the cart inside.’ I said, ‘It won't fit,’ but the manager said, ‘I know it will,’" he said. Cruz Cruz, who was left drenched after the incident, said he had to navigate fallen trees and branches on his way home after the storm passed. 'WE COULDN'T MAKE PAYROLL': DOUGHNUT SHOP OWNER ASKED GOD FOR HELP — WHAT HAPPENED NEXT STUNNED HIM A week later, however, he was back selling elotes and fresh fruit along Peoria Avenue. Cruz Cruz said business has been booming since the video went viral. "I deeply appreciate my long-term customers. That's why they didn't leave me outside," Cruz Cruz said. "I am profoundly grateful to the bank manager and employees, because thanks to them nothing bad happened to me." Fox News Digital has reached out to PNC Bank for additional information. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ee6f66675d675c31c131 Republicans Ramp Up Investigation Into Democratic Plan to Pack Alaska’s Ballot te 2026-10-30T01:10:07.721Z Republicans Ramp Up Investigation Into Democratic Plan to Pack Alaska’s Ballot The Justice Department issued subpoenas, a House oversight committee sought interviews and the state opened its own inquiry into a Democratic plan to recruit a spoiler into a Senate race. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ee6e66675d675c31c117 Kentucky Employee Gets Religious Exemption From Using AI at Work te 2026-10-30T01:10:06.324Z Kentucky Employee Gets Religious Exemption From Using AI at Work A Kentucky employee received a religious exemption from using AI at work, citing his humanist beliefs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ee6c66675d675c31c10e Colts Legend Sends Blunt Message to Team After Blockbuster Trades te 2026-10-30T01:10:04.972Z Colts Legend Sends Blunt Message to Team After Blockbuster Trades Colts legend Reggie Wayne delivers a blunt message to his team following two blockbuster trades the team made this week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ee6b66675d675c31c105 NFL Insider Reveals Titans' Plans for Cam Ward Ahead of Trade Deadline te 2026-10-30T01:10:03.433Z NFL Insider Reveals Titans' Plans for Cam Ward Ahead of Trade Deadline NFL insider Adam Schefter reveals the Titans' plans at quarterback after the blockbuster Jeffery Simmons trade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ec1966675d675c31c080 Travis Kelce Pops Up on Chiefs' Injury Report Ahead of Broncos Matchup te 2026-10-30T01:00:09.765Z Travis Kelce Pops Up on Chiefs' Injury Report Ahead of Broncos Matchup The Chiefs tight end's name popped up on Thursday's injury report days before the matchup versus the Broncos. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ec1866675d675c31c077 Seahawks Injured Rookie RB Trending in Right Direction for Week 8 te 2026-10-30T01:00:08.021Z Seahawks Injured Rookie RB Trending in Right Direction for Week 8 The Seattle Seahawks could soon get a nice boost to their offense. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ec1666675d675c31c06e Jessie Bates Opens up About Not Re-Signing With Bengals te 2026-10-30T01:00:06.258Z Jessie Bates Opens up About Not Re-Signing With Bengals Jessie Bates had a good run with the Cincinnati Bengals before signing with the Atlanta Falcons in 2023. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3ec1466675d675c31c065 Quenton Nelson Has Hilarious Reaction to Jeffery Simmons Trade te 2026-10-30T01:00:04.402Z Quenton Nelson Has Hilarious Reaction to Jeffery Simmons Trade Newly-acquired Seahawks offensive lineman Quenton Nelson reacted to the Bears landing defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e9c066675d675c31bfec Trump Cancels Rallies in Kansas and Iowa This Weekend te 2026-10-30T00:50:08.492Z Trump Cancels Rallies in Kansas and Iowa This Weekend President Trump has been holding hours-long rallies for GOP candidates nearly every day for weeks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e9bf66675d675c31bfd3 Matt Leinart Evaluates USC's 2026 Season After Loss to Wisconsin te 2026-10-30T00:50:07.335Z Matt Leinart Evaluates USC's 2026 Season After Loss to Wisconsin Matt Leinart knows that USC is a good football team, but the Trojans have a tough road ahead of them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e9bd66675d675c31bfca Ja'Marr Chase 'More Happy Than Ever' With Tee Higgins as Receiving Leader te 2026-10-30T00:50:05.975Z Ja'Marr Chase 'More Happy Than Ever' With Tee Higgins as Receiving Leader Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is maintaining a team-first attitude as Tee Higgins leads in receiving. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e9bc66675d675c31bfc1 Red Wings Punish Dylan Larkin Amid Holdout, Issue Terse Statement te 2026-10-30T00:50:04.591Z Red Wings Punish Dylan Larkin Amid Holdout, Issue Terse Statement The Red Wings issued a terse statement from GM Shawn Horcoff after deciding to suspend former captain Dylan Larkin without pay. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e9bb66675d675c31bfb8 Titans Beat Out 5 NFL Teams to Land Former Raiders Defensive Tackle te 2026-10-30T00:50:03.068Z Titans Beat Out 5 NFL Teams to Land Former Raiders Defensive Tackle Before trading All-Pro Jeffery Simmons, the Titans beat out five NFL teams to claim a former Raiders defensive tackle off waivers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e76c66675d675c31bf36 Sophie Cunningham Was Hit by Louis Vuitton Bag Trying to Shield WNBA Legend te 2026-10-30T00:40:12.174Z Sophie Cunningham Was Hit by Louis Vuitton Bag Trying to Shield WNBA Legend The Indiana Fever guard channeled her inner Marcia Brady. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e76a66675d675c31bf2d Chiefs Coach Weighs in on Harrison Butker, Justin Tucker Battle te 2026-10-30T00:40:10.807Z Chiefs Coach Weighs in on Harrison Butker, Justin Tucker Battle The Kansas City Chiefs brought in Justin Tucker amid Harrison Butler's struggles this season on field goal attempts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e76966675d675c31bf24 Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb Fires Another Shot at Eagles Fans te 2026-10-30T00:40:09.342Z Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb Fires Another Shot at Eagles Fans The Dallas Cowboys took down the division-rival Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Monday night. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e76766675d675c31bf1b Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Responds to Calls for His Firing te 2026-10-30T00:40:07.879Z Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Responds to Calls for His Firing Mike McDaniel's first season as offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers is off to a disastrous start. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e76566675d675c31bf12 Seahawks' Quenton Nelson Reacts to 'Bittersweet' Trade From Colts te 2026-10-30T00:40:05.775Z Seahawks' Quenton Nelson Reacts to 'Bittersweet' Trade From Colts Eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson reacted to being traded from the Indianapolis Colts to the Seattle Seahawks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e76466675d675c31bf09 Sauce Gardner Takes Big Step Towards Returning for Colts te 2026-10-30T00:40:04.211Z Sauce Gardner Takes Big Step Towards Returning for Colts The linebacker missed last weekend's game versus the Vikings because of a left calf strain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e51266675d675c31beaf Nancy Pelosi calls Mamdani, El-Sayed's past comments on Israel 'concerning' and 'wrong' te 2026-10-30T00:30:10.432Z Nancy Pelosi calls Mamdani, El-Sayed's past comments on Israel 'concerning' and 'wrong' Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed over their views on Israel Thursday, calling their positions "wrong" and saying they did not reflect congressional Democrats. The two progressive Democrats were mentioned by "On Brand" podcast host Donny Deutsch, who asked Pelosi how he, as a Jewish man, could reconcile his support for the Democratic Party with politicians whose statements he considered antisemitic. "When you say Israel doesn't have the right to be a Jewish state, that's antisemitic, as far as I'm concerned with all that," Deutsch said. PRO-ISRAEL LEADER WARNS DEMOCRATS FAILING TO CONDEMN ‘VICIOUS JEW HATERS’ IN CONGRESS When Pelosi asked for examples, Deutsch named Mamdani and El-Sayed, calling their comments "concerning." "No, it's more than concerning," Pelosi responded. "It's wrong. It's wrong. And it isn't a reflection of the Democrats in the Congress of the United States. This new person in Michigan, we'll see if he gets elected to the Congress. But the mayor, bless his heart, I hope he succeeds as mayor, but I don't agree with some of the things he has said. But in terms of our people in the House of Representatives, if somebody says that, the other members disassociate themselves from it." Before he was elected New York City mayor, Mamdani repeatedly dodged questions when asked if Israel should be a Jewish state. In a June 28 interview with ABC News, however, Mamdani said he supported Israel as a state with equal rights but declined to endorse it as a Jewish state.  "I think any state that privileges one religion over the other is one that I can’t tell you I support, whether it be Israel or Saudi Arabia or anywhere else," Mamdani said. El-Sayed has repeatedly declined to affirm whether Israel has the right to exist as a Jewish state. In a May appearance with Jewish supporters, the candidate said he "struggled" to answer this question and suggested the idea of a Jewish state wasn't consistent with the liberal values "we say we believe in here in the United States." CARVILLE WARNS DEMOCRATS ANTI-ISRAEL ‘LOUDMOUTHS’ COULD COST ELECTIONS Earlier in the interview with Deutsch, Pelosi initially denied that anyone in the Democratic Party was antisemitic. "The fact is that I really do not know of anybody there on our side who is engaged in antisemitism. That may be what it appears to be or what they're charged to be. But if they are, it's only a few. If there are, I think sometimes they say things that they shouldn't and can be interpreted that way," Pelosi said. Despite her concerns about Mamdani and El-Sayed's comments, she dismissed their impact on the party as a whole. "People represent their districts and we have to respect that. The job description, job title is representative, but that doesn't mean it has an impact on the consensus of the Democratic Party and [House Minority Leader] Hakeem Jeffries has been very clear on that," Pelosi said. Fox News Digital reached out to  representatives for Pelosi, Mamdani and El-Sayed for comment but did not immediately receive a response.  RAHM EMANUEL ACCUSES ANTI-ISRAEL DEMS OF HAVING NO MIDDLE EAST PLAN BESIDES CUTTING FUNDING TO JEWISH STATE Rabbi Yaakov Menken, executive vice president of the Coalition for Jewish Values, acknowledged Pelosi "as one of the Jewish community's best friends among House Democrats" but said it was alarming that she did not seem to recognize antisemitism among her colleagues. "Pelosi claims she wants for those voices to be marginalized within her party, yet she demonstrates that she has turned a deaf ear, both to antisemitic expression from her colleagues, and to the rabbis anxious to set her straight on the magnitude of the problem. If she is indeed one of our best friends, should we not be scared by that?" Menken told Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e50f66675d675c31be87 Georgia Republican Donor Gets 15 Years in $76 Million Ponzi Scheme te 2026-10-30T00:30:07.865Z Georgia Republican Donor Gets 15 Years in $76 Million Ponzi Scheme Federal prosecutors said Edwin Brant Frost IV lured investors with promises of high returns, but used new money to pay earlier investors and fund personal expenses. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e50e66675d675c31be7e Moody Makes Appeal to a South Florida Audience Leery of the Left te 2026-10-30T00:30:06.552Z Moody Makes Appeal to a South Florida Audience Leery of the Left Senator Ashley Moody, Republican of Florida, campaigned in Miami-Dade County, an area with a large Cuban population that the G.O.P. is hoping to keep red. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e50d66675d675c31be63 Yankees Predicted to Sign Star Second Baseman to Replace Jazz Chisholm Jr te 2026-10-30T00:30:05.078Z Yankees Predicted to Sign Star Second Baseman to Replace Jazz Chisholm Jr The New York Yankees are being predicted to sign Brandon Lowe in free agency as a replacement for Jazz Chisholm Jr. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e50b66675d675c31be5a Missouri Reportedly Makes Decision on Ahmad Hardy Ahead of Game vs. Arkansas te 2026-10-30T00:30:03.509Z Missouri Reportedly Makes Decision on Ahmad Hardy Ahead of Game vs. Arkansas Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy has not played yet this season due to injuries he suffered from being struck by a bullet in May. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e2b366675d675c31bde7 How Common Is Ballot Stacking? What to Know as Conflict Roils Alaska Senate Race. te 2026-10-30T00:20:03.186Z How Common Is Ballot Stacking? What to Know as Conflict Roils Alaska Senate Race. As a conflict over candidates roils the Alaskan Senate race, here’s a look back at the political practice over the years. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e05e66675d675c31bd7b Daylight saving time is ending: Doctor breaks down 6 ways to protect your sleep and health te 2026-10-30T00:10:06.236Z Daylight saving time is ending: Doctor breaks down 6 ways to protect your sleep and health Turning the clocks back at the end of daylight saving time has been linked to trouble falling and staying asleep, while ongoing sleep loss can take a toll on health. While some research has suggested that the fall time change could have some cardiovascular benefits, the abrupt loss of evening sunlight can suppress serotonin and melatonin production, which can lead to a depressed mood, according to Dr. John La Puma, a California physician and expert in nature-based medicine. The body’s internal clock does not automatically follow the clock on the wall, La Puma noted. THE DAYTIME HABIT THAT COULD TRANSFORM YOUR SLEEP, ACCORDING TO NEW STUDY "When the clocks change, your body clock is still on the old time," he told Fox News Digital, pointing out some common effects people may notice. "So for about a week, you wake up an hour early, you get hungry early, you feel sleepy early, it gets dark by five, afternoon light goes away, you get months of short days … you need coffee just to feel human. It's not great." Making small adjustments to your routine amid the time change could help ease the transition, the doctor said. With clocks turning back overnight Saturday, people can begin moving bedtime, meals and wake-up time later in small increments on Friday, according to La Puma. "So you move your day later in small steps," he advised. "You move your bedtime and meals the same 15 minutes each time." DOCTOR REVEALS 4 HIDDEN HEALTH RISKS OF SPENDING TOO MUCH TIME INDOORS For someone who normally goes to bed at 10 p.m., that could mean 10:15 p.m. Friday and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, before the clocks change. Wake-up times and meals can shift by the same increments where schedules allow. As the time change falls on Halloween, Dr. Saema Tahir, a sleep medicine doctor in New York City, cautioned against staying up late and drinking, operating under the assumption that the extra hour covers it. "Keep alcohol moderate, finish drinking a few hours before bed and avoid caffeine after early afternoon," she advised. "Alcohol makes you drowsy at first, but breaks up sleep in the second half of the night. Caffeine stays in your system for hours. Together, they can leave you more tired on Sunday than you would be with no time change at all." La Puma also emphasized the importance of being intentional about outdoor exposure. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "You want to get outside at the right minutes, at the time of day, and in the right place if you can," he advised, specifically recommending getting outside each afternoon later in the day. "Late-day daylight is different than morning daylight. Late-day daylight tells your body the day is running long and it shifts later," he said. Once you've adjusted to the time change, Tahir recommends getting outdoor light within an hour of waking every day through the winter. "Light is the strongest signal the body clock gets," she told Fox News Digital. "Evening light pushes it later, which is the direction you need to go for 'fall back.' Morning light keeps it stable over the darker months and supports mood and daytime alertness." Choosing a relaxing activity that signals bedtime is approaching can help to promote a consistent sleep schedule. La Puma suggests choosing a relaxing bedtime ritual, such as working in a paper workbook, sipping chamomile tea, taking a bath or using aromatherapy — options he outlines in his book, "Indoor Epidemic." "Very specific things that tell your brain and body, I'm winding down so I can go to sleep." Other tips include limiting caffeine after noon and stopping screen time at least an hour before bedtime. La Puma warned that light from the screen can suppress melatonin, the hormone that helps signal it is time to sleep. Even using night mode may not fully prevent that effect. Once the clocks change, it’s important to maintain a regular wake-up time, including on weekends, La Puma said. "Pick one wake-up time and keep it every day, weekdays and weekends." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER La Puma cited an eight-year study of about 60,000 people that linked consistent sleep and wake times to a 19% lower risk of death. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "So, sleep and wake times have important effects on heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular mortality," he said. Anyone experiencing persistent trouble falling or staying asleep, frequent daytime fatigue or sleep loss that interferes with daily activities should contact a healthcare provider, according to the National Institutes of Health. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ae3e05c66675d675c31bd72 Minnesota official's voter guide message on Somali TV triggers viral backlash: 'Not an accident' te 2026-10-30T00:10:04.963Z Minnesota official's voter guide message on Somali TV triggers viral backlash: 'Not an accident' The election system in Minnesota is facing scrutiny on social media after a clip of a state official speaking to Somali voters reignited concerns about election integrity in the state. "If you’re already registered to vote, you don’t need to bring anything with you," said Minnesota voter outreach director Melanie Hazelip on Somali TV. "You just show up to your early voting location, which is usually the county office or City Hall. Minneapolis and the bigger jurisdictions have a lot of extra places where you can go, like a lot of libraries or community centers. As long as you’re registered to vote, you don’t need to bring anything with you. If you’re not registered to vote…you still have options. If you have a Minnesota ID that is updated, that’s all you need to bring with you. If you don’t have that, there is a list of documents on our website that you can find. You still have options to get registered same day." While Hazelip's comments were in accordance with the laws on the books, they caused outrage on social media after being posted by conservative influencer End Wokeness, as the post racked up almost a million views with users making the case that the system is too lax. TRUMP SCORES SUPREME COURT WIN IN ELECTION INTEGRITY FIGHT AS STATES GAIN NEW VOTER ROLL TOOL "A Minnesota election official just went on Somali TV and walked viewers through how to same-day register and vote using a Minnesota state ID,"  retired Navy intelligence officer Phillip C. Parrish posted on X. "Minnesota hands out those IDs to non-citizens with no citizenship marking. Vouching lets one registered voter clear up to eight others on an oath. Citizenship is required by law. Real-time proof is not. The same state that lost hundreds of millions to documented fraud in childcare, nutrition, and Medicaid programs is now advertising the lowest-friction path to the ballot on community TV. Affirm you’re a citizen. Cast the vote. Get investigated later—if at all. This is how the system is built. It is not an accident." Federalist Society co-founder David McIntosh wrote on X, "Democrats are on a mission to tell every non-citizen how they can get away with voting in our elections. ELECTION CRIME ARRESTS KEEP PILING UP AS DEMS INSIST IT 'JUST DOESN'T HAPPEN' "How is this not election interference?" He added. "Nothing to see here, I'm sure," Red Ax Strategies president Matthew Brodsky posted on X. "This is why passing the SAVE America Act is crucial," conservative commentator Riley Gaines posted on X. In a statement to Fox News Digital, the Minnesota Secretary of State's office said it "provides information and resources on Minnesota election laws to hundreds of nonpartisan community groups every year as a part of our regular voter engagement efforts." "Recently, our voter outreach director spoke with a local news outlet and provided accurate information about Minnesota election laws and how eligible voters cast their ballots. Unfortunately, her accurate remarks have been misinterpreted and misrepresented by political actors online," the statement said. "With only a few days left before the election, we remain focused on making sure every eligible Minnesotan knows how and where to cast their ballot." Bill Glahn, a policy fellow at the Center of the American Experiment, told Fox News Digital that "given the timing, so close to the election, and the audience, Somali TV, she really should have emphasized the need to be an American citizen in order to vote." "It's true most Somali immigrants are naturalized citizens, but not all," Glahn said. "In fact, we just had a noncitizen sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the Feeding Our Future fraud." The scrutiny comes as the Walz administration confronts hundreds of millions of dollars lost to social services fraud tied to the state’s Somali immigrant community. Critics pointed to a further wrinkle in Minnesota state law – signed by Gov. Tim Walz in 2023 – that provided for "Driver's Licenses For All" regardless of immigration status. The policy also stipulates that the licenses carry no markings indicating citizenship, even though such IDs are commonly used to register to vote. Under Minnesota law, a registered voter can "vouch" for up to eight other voters’ residency who want to sign up for same-day voter registration without an ID. The registered voter must go with the person or people to the polling place and sign an oath verifying their address, according to an official fact sheet from the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State. Glahn told Fox News Digital earlier this year that while the state touts the safeguards it has put in place to ensure only citizens vote, "it’s like murder’s illegal, but it happens all the time." "It's a penalty of perjury," he said. "You signed an oath, but if you signed as Mickey Mouse, they're not going to find you." In September, a federal indictment was handed down charging an illegal immigrant from India for knowingly making the false claim to be a U.S. citizen to vote in the 2024 general election in Minnesota. Fox News Digital's Charles Creitz contributed to this report Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home