https://meenews.co/post/6a25230eee6011c3f4ebb606 Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water te 2026-06-07T07:51:42.727Z Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water Motorists and airline passengers aren't the only travelers thinking about high fuel prices as summer vacations near. Recreational boaters are feeling a pinch from the Iran war too. The ethanol-free gasoline that many boats prefer is even more expensive than… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2522f9ee6011c3f4ebb5f6 Mohave County morgue project moves closer to reality te 2026-06-07T07:51:21.767Z Mohave County morgue project moves closer to reality Mohave County’s long-planned medical examiner’s office has moved closer to reality, with building plans now submitted to the City of Kingman for a $4 million renovation project. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2522e4ee6011c3f4ebb5ed morgue te 2026-06-07T07:51:00.810Z morgue Rob Sampson of Selberg and Associates filed for a building permit involving the structure previously used as a sign shop near the old County Public Works building in Kingman. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a251967ee6011c3f4ebb495 Arizona bill would ban HOA dog breed restrictions te 2026-06-07T07:10:31.840Z Arizona bill would ban HOA dog breed restrictions PHOENIX -- State lawmakers are moving to ensure that homeowner associations don't discriminate against Fido -- no matter how big he or she is. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a25170dee6011c3f4ebb431 Pope Leo XIV jokes young Spaniards would pick Bad Bunny over him during Madrid visit this weekend te 2026-06-07T07:00:29.212Z Pope Leo XIV jokes young Spaniards would pick Bad Bunny over him during Madrid visit this weekend Pope Leo XIV joked Saturday that he knows who would win if young people had to choose between seeing him or Latin pop singer Bad Bunny this weekend. The Pope, who began a weeklong visit to Spain on Saturday, acknowledged that he is competing for attention with the Puerto Rican superstar while in Madrid. Many young Spaniards, he suggested, would likely choose the Grammy-winning artist over the pontiff. "If they are confronted with the question ‘Do you want to go see Bad Bunny or do you want to go to see the pope?’ I think many will see Bad Bunny," Leo told reporters aboard the papal plane before his arrival. "But I think there will also be a few here to see the pope," he added. "And that says something, you know." WHY BAD BUNNY’S ‘GOD BLESS AMERICA’ MOMENT AT THE SUPER BOWL SPARKED CONTROVERSY Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is currently performing a 10-show run in Madrid as part of his Spanish tour. Leo raised the comparison while discussing what he described as signs of a spiritual awakening among some young people in Spain. The pope said many young adults appear to be searching for meaning and expressed hope that his visit could help "awaken" something within them. POPE LEO XIV GIVES 1ST HOMILY AS AMERICAN PONTIFF, SAYS LOSS IN FAITH HAS LED TO CRISIS IN HUMANITY Despite his remarks, thousands of young Catholics turned out to greet the pope. An estimated 500,000 people gathered in a Madrid plaza Saturday evening for a prayer vigil, chanting, "This is the youth of the pope!" Leo later rode through the crowd in his popemobile while a Spanish rendition of the 1970s musical "Godspell" played. POPE LEO XIV'S SPORTS FANDOM COMING TO LIGHT WITH WHITE SOX WORLD SERIES APPEARANCE, VILLANOVA-KNICKS TIES The Chicago-born pope was also asked about reports that the Chicago Bears could soon move out of Illinois. The team's board of directors voted Thursday to advance a proposed stadium development project in Hammond, Indiana. "That’s out of my pay (scale)," Leo quipped when asked about the potential relocation. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24faecee6011c3f4ebaee6 Golden Knights beat Hurricanes in double OT Game 3, one of the wildest Stanley Cup Final games of all-time te 2026-06-07T05:00:28.330Z Golden Knights beat Hurricanes in double OT Game 3, one of the wildest Stanley Cup Final games of all-time The Stanley Cup Final shifted to Las Vegas for Game 3 with the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes knotted at 1-1 after splitting the opening two games in Raleigh. And, as you'd expect from the Golden Knights, this one got started with some theatrics, plus a little help from the city's latest hope at quarterback, who was getting in on the festivities. That's right. Who better to put on siren duty than Raiders draft pick and reigning Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza? ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! There was a big surprise when the game got underway: Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb — who took a slapshot straight to the face on Thursday in Game 2 — was in the Vegas lineup, albeit with a full cage. It goes without saying, but hockey players are just built different. The first period was physical but ultimately scoreless, with Carolina getting more offensive opportunities, leading Vegas in shots 7-2. Vegas captain Mark Stone found the back of the net just 36 seconds into the second period; however, it was ruled offside after a Carolina challenge. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM  A few minutes later, Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel found the back of the net, but Carolina challenged this goal as well after Vegas' Ivan Barbashev made contact with Canes goalie Frederik Andersen's head. It was another cut-and-dried review that kept a Golden Knights tally off the board. The first penalty of the night was a self-inflicted one, when the Hurricanes were called for too many men, and it didn't take long for Tomas Hertl to make them pay. Then, just moments later — 16 seconds to be exact — Mitch Marner was credited with a goal after Carolina defenseman Sean Walker tipped his shot into the back of his own net. But, hey, those own goals are no fun; Marner wanted to get one the old-fashioned way, which he did. What's that, you want more? Well, Mitch Marner — who is having the playoffs of his life — had more for you. That's right, Marner potted a hat trick in just six minutes and 10 seconds. That's an NHL record. Although, I bet The Rocket's first goal of his lightning-quick hatty wasn't an own goal, but hey, they count the same. What a performance. Maybe he was just doing that so that the next time the team puts him on a rally towel it actually looks like him. After the second intermission, Andersen was pulled in favor of Brand Bussi, who made his Stanley Cup Playoffs debut. Carolina was in a state of disarray in the third, and after going on a power play, Sebastian Aho slashed Marner, who was headed to the net on a short-handed breakaway. Marner was awarded a penalty shot, but Bussi didn't give him much to shoot at, and Marner missed his attempt on the backhand. Carolina's Jordan Martinook got the Hurricanes on the board a little under halfway through the third period to make it 4-1. Just moments later, Taylor Hall tacked on another one to cut Vegas' lead to 4-2. And, while they're doing goals, how about you just throw a Jordan Staal tally in there? Carolina scored those three goals in 39 seconds, the fastest three goals by a single team in Stanley Cup Final history, making what looked like a no-doubt Vegas win into a game once again. Carolina killed off a delay-of-game penalty, which was crucial for staying in the game. Then, Vegas' Shea Theodore airmailed a puck into the stands for delay of game, giving Carolina a late power play. Then — as if it couldn't get wilder — Andrei Svechnikov tied the game on the power play and with the goalie pulled. And with that, it was off to overtime for the second game in a row. In the extra frame, both teams got their share of chances and opportunities to put a pin in this one and hit the craps tables, but the first overtime period didn't yield a winner. In the second overtime, we finally got a winner, and as wild as this game was, it was only fitting that the game-winner would be unbelievable. That's the same Shea Theodore, by the way, who skied the puck into the stands to set up the tying goal, and he did it after 39 minutes of ice time. What. A. Game. I think after this one, Game 4 — which will be on Tuesday in Las Vegas — is officially appointment viewing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24eadeee6011c3f4ebacef Antonee Robinson’s goal highlights USMNT loss to Germany in final World Cup tune-up te 2026-06-07T03:51:58.104Z Antonee Robinson’s goal highlights USMNT loss to Germany in final World Cup tune-up CHICAGO – Antonee Robinson didn’t overthink it.  “Commit to it, hit it hard – as hard as you can,” the U.S. defender said, replaying the moment a loose ball fell into his path at the top of the box off a corner kick.  “Try and hit a target. If it goes out, it goes out.”  Instead, it resulted in a strike so pure and scintillating that U.S. captain Tim Ream was in awe. “Unbelievable strike,” Ream said. “It’s otherworldly, really. I don’t know that I’ve ever seen him hit one better than that.”  For a player who admitted earlier this season he “couldn’t really see the light at the end of the tunnel,” the goal was nothing short of a relief for the England-born left back. The United States still lost 2–1 to Germany on Saturday at Soldier Field in its final exhibition match before the World Cup, but that goal, a sustained U.S. attack and its overall response delivered what coach Mauricio Pochettino wanted to see from his squad in its last tune-up.  “We competed and were unlucky,” Pochettino said. “I think it was an even game. After we finished the first half, we dominated Germany and created chances not only to draw the game, but to win the game.” Here are six takeaways from the match. A sellout send-off Despite not being a host city, Chicago treated this final friendly as if it were a World Cup match, as a sellout crowd of 63,636 packed Soldier Field. Ream called it “incredible,” adding, “that’s two games in a row now that we really feel their energy, we really feel their support.”  Forward Christian Pulisic echoed that sentiment.  “Chicago today really showed out. To see all the fans showing up and getting excited around this moment is so big for us,” he said. The presence of the 1994 U.S. national team added an extra layer of importance.  Ream said it felt like “connecting the past to the present,” noting, “I watched all those guys play in that World Cup. It was a neat experience.”  German national team coach Julian Nagelsmann felt it, too.  “The stadium is cool, the fans were good,” he said. “Extremely friendly, a very special atmosphere. You don’t always get that in Europe.”  He called it “a great honor” that the U.S. chose Germany for the match, saying the environment “was important for us” as the team heads into its own tournament prep. Robinson’s rocket Robinson’s strike in the 37th minute to tie the match was the highlight of the day for the U.S.  “Luckily, it flew in the back of the net,” he said.  Ream noted the importance of that moment for his fellow defender, whose journey has required plenty of resilience, taking him from heartbreaking transfer collapses and near-misses to stardom with Fulham and now the USMNT. “For everything that he’s gone through over the last 18 months, he deserved that one,” Ream said.  Robinson said perseverance has been critical to put him in this position. “Everything I was doing to try and get well wasn’t working,” Robinson said. “But now, I’m feeling in pretty good shape, happy that we got through the game.” He even credited his new platinum blonde hairstyle for the crowd-pleasing moment. “The first time I dyed it, I scored back‑to‑back games. Thankfully, I’ve done it again,” he said. “It feels like it’s a lucky hairdo at the minute.” Impressive attack The U.S. created enough offense to feel encouraged, with 16 shots attempts to Germany’s 12 and an overall edge in possession time “We put on another good performance today,” Pulisic said. “We created a lot of chances. I feel good. We have a good team with a lot of depth, a lot of good attackers around the team.” Nagelsmann acknowledged the danger Pochettino’s side presented.  “From the controlled game, they had few situations,” he said, “but from the switch, two or three.”  He said the U.S. “invested a bit more in the offensive” and forced Germany into uncomfortable defensive phases. Despite the result, U.S players said it’s clear that there is chemistry up front.   “I enjoy playing with them a lot,” Pulisic said. “There’s a really good bond between the attacking guys.”  Resilience on display Germany scored off an early set piece, almost before the U.S. even had the chance to touch the ball.  “I’ve not seen it back yet,” Robinson said of Kai Havertz’s goal in the second minute. “I’m not quite sure how we had a man so free.” Pochettino admitted he was “sad” and “upset” in the moment, but immediately saw it as a learning moment. “It’s good for us to see the reaction of the team, to show character, to show togetherness,” he said.  Nagelsmann said Germany “lost a bit of control” after the opening spell and credited the U.S. for forcing the issue.  Ream welcomed the response. “If you don’t go back and punch back, then that game gets out of hand,” he said. “It was a great reaction from the guys and really encouraging going into Friday.” The United States plays its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday. Rough and tumble prep The match was physical from the jump, and Pochettino did his best to make light of it. “Germany was a little bit more aggressive from the beginning,” he said. “The referee didn’t manage really well. Every time we play games, it’s like the referee forgets that we are the USA team.” Ream relished the confrontations.  “That’s exactly what we expect,” he said. “The response from all the guys to not shy away from that physicality. Guys jumping over the signboards and getting involved is exactly what we expect.” Pochettino noted how these types of games are crucial for World Cup preparation. “We have to be aggressive, and we have to be competitive,” he said. “And we have to know how to play in that limit set by the rules.”  Winning culture U.S. midfielder Malik Tillman, who grew up in Germany and currently plays in the Bundesliga, called the matchup “a special game for me, a proud moment.”  He also put his journey with German club Leverkusen – defined by immense pressure to replace a star player, managerial instability and early injury setbacks – in context. In so doing, he displayed the mentality Pochettino looks for in his players.  “I know it wasn’t as easy as I wished for, but sometimes it’s like this,” he said. “I just have to keep going, keep working hard.” Pochettino has been instilling a hard-working mindset since he was hired 21 months ago. “Culture eats strategy for breakfast,” he said. “It’s not about the quality of the coaching staff or the tactics. It’s about culture, values, trust, confidence.” Pulisic called the team’s closeness one of its strengths. “No one’s really on the outskirts,” he said. “I really like coming back into camp. We have a team with such good chemistry.” While the night ended with a loss and some aspects of the game were far from perfect, the performance on the pitch showed the U.S. that it is heading in the right direction. Ream said the team is “right where you want to be mentally and physically” as they head to Irvine, California for base camp training.  With the games about to begin in earnest, Pulisic admitted the emotional weight that comes with representing the host nation. “To play in a World Cup representing the USA, it’s the best honor of my lifetime,” he said. The post Antonee Robinson’s goal highlights USMNT loss to Germany in final World Cup tune-up appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24e5d9ee6011c3f4ebac40 Caitlin Clark's Fever blow double-digit lead to Liberty in another disastrous collapse te 2026-06-07T03:30:33.450Z Caitlin Clark's Fever blow double-digit lead to Liberty in another disastrous collapse Caitlin Clark was part of another disastrous collapse on Saturday night, as the Indiana Fever blew a double-digit lead to the New York Liberty. After the Fever led by as many as 12 in the second half, the Liberty stormed back, capitalizing on Indiana turnovers to secure an 83-75 victory. Blowing leads is becoming a recurring trend for Clark's squad, which has suffered similar collapses against the Washington Mystics and Golden State Valkyries this season. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! The Liberty pulled off the win without superstar Sabrina Ionescu, who was sidelined Saturday due to a lingering injury. Clark endured one of the worst shooting nights of her career, making just four of 14 shots from the field while committing three turnovers. She finished just one miss shy of matching the worst shooting performance of her career, when she went just 3-for-14 against the Golden State Valkyries last season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM But Clark wasn't the Fever's biggest problem on Saturday. Star teammates Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell combined for eight turnovers and a 36.1 field goal percentage. For the Fever, who entered the season as championship contenders, the first 10 games have fallen well short of expectations, as scrutiny continues to mount on head coach Stephanie White. The Fever's next game comes on the road against the Washington Mystics, with Indiana looking to avoid slipping to fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24d56bee6011c3f4ebaa21 Jill Biden says former president will live with stage 4 cancer 'for the rest of his life,' has slowed down te 2026-06-07T02:20:27.054Z Jill Biden says former president will live with stage 4 cancer 'for the rest of his life,' has slowed down Former first lady Dr. Jill Biden gave an update on former President Joe Biden’s cancer on Saturday, saying that though the 83-year-old will live with cancer for the rest of his life, he maintains a busy schedule, but has slowed down. Biden explained during a discussion with political commentator and "The View" co-host Ana Navarro for her new book "View From the East Wing: A Memoir," that while her husband was still president and had a team of doctors, she mentioned that he was getting up seven times a night to go to the bathroom, and she assumed that someone would follow up on that. But she said when they left the White House in 2025 and his problem persisted, she said she told him he had to go see a urologist and in his first appointment the doctor said, "There’s something there," and the former president was given a CAT scan. "I never imagined it would be prostate cancer," she admitted. "I just never imagined it." MEDICAL EXPERT 'ABSOLUTELY SHOCKED' BY TIMING OF BIDEN'S PROSTATE CANCER DIAGNOSIS While she said in some cases prostate cancer can be "cured, "the problem with Joe — it's stage four, and it has metastasized to his bones. So that puts things on a whole different level. I mean, Joe will have to live with cancer for the rest of his life, which means he's on special medicines." She said he also went through radiation, which involved going from where they live in Delaware to Philadelphia constantly for five weeks. "You know, it takes a toll," she said, adding that on Friday night her husband was in South Dakota for a Democratic Party event, on Saturday he was at a friend’s wedding, and Sunday he’ll be in Philadelphia. BIDEN 'A LITTLE OLDER AND A LITTLE SLOWER' IN THE FINAL DAYS OF HIS PRESIDENCY: NEW YORK TIMES REPORT "He keeps his schedule, but he’s slowed down," she said. "I mean, stage four cancer is — and he's 83 — so, I think the mix of everything and the medications that he's taken has made life a little more difficult these days." BIDEN'S FIRST PUBLIC REMARKS SINCE CANCER DIAGNOSIS HONOR GOLD STAR FAMILIES When asked how she’s been handling the situation, Biden said: "It’s hard to be a caretaker," noting that the former president wouldn’t want her to phrase it that way, but explaining that she’s the one responsible for all the details. "I have to make sure he gets the right medications," she explained. "I'm the one talking to the doctors. I'm the one setting up the appointments. I'm the one to make sure that he eats well." Joe Biden announced his cancer diagnosis in May 2025. Earlier this week, the former first lady told the "Today" show that her husband is "doing OK." "He's out making speeches, and he's traveling on Amtrak," she added. "He was just at the Delaware Memorial Bridge for the veteran's ceremony. So yeah, he's doing a lot, but he has stage 4 cancer." JILL BIDEN REVEALS TO 'THE VIEW' IT WAS 'HEARTBREAKING' WHEN DEMS ABANDONED JOE AFTER 2024 DEBATE Biden and Navarro also talked about some other issues she wrote about in her book, including when the former president made the decision to drop out of the 2024 race after his disastrous debate in June 2024. She said he turned to her while they were at their home in Delaware and told her: "I have no choice." BIDEN URGED TO REVEAL DISEASE HISTORY AFTER CANCER DIAGNOSIS Biden added that it was also "hurtful" to her when she saw Democrats, many of whom had been their friends for decades, publicly calling for Biden to drop out of the race. But she said Biden reconciled with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who was believed to have been privately leading calls for him to leave the race, at the funeral for Tatiana Schlossberg, the daughter of Caroline Kennedy, in January. The 75-year-old admitted that she still hasn’t spoken to Pelosi.  She also said she believes there has been a "double standard" in the conversations around her husband’s age and mental acuity when compared to President Donald Trump, who will turn 80 on June 14. For the next president after Trump leaves office, Biden said she’s looking for someone with integrity, trustworthiness, and empathy, but didn’t name any names. "They're the characteristics of the American people," she said. "That's who we are." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24d0beee6011c3f4eba98e Last surviving 'Rosie the Riveters' honored by WWII Museum on D-Day Anniversary: 'We can do it' te 2026-06-07T02:00:30.247Z Last surviving 'Rosie the Riveters' honored by WWII Museum on D-Day Anniversary: 'We can do it' As America marks the 82nd anniversary of D-Day on Saturday, a group of women whose wartime labor helped sustain the Allied war effort gathered in New Orleans to remember a generation that is rapidly disappearing. More than 30 surviving "Rosie the Riveters" gathered at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, where they were honored for helping power the wartime industrial effort that supported Allied forces during World War II. "Every day, memories of World War II — its sights and sounds, its terrors and triumphs — disappear," according to The National WWII Museum's site. The women were recognized during the Museum's annual Dr. Hal Baumgarten D-Day Commemoration and as recipients of the institution's 2026 American Spirit Award, the Museum's highest honor. NETFLIX FILM TELLS TRUE STORY OF ONLY PREDOMINANTLY BLACK AND FEMALE ARMY BATTALION TO SERVE DURING WWII According to the museum, the award recognizes individuals and organizations who "exemplify the outstanding qualities of the American spirit and inspire these values in others." This year's recipients included more than 30 women wartime workers popularly known as "Rosie the Riveters," acclaimed composer John Williams and former New Orleans Saints player and ALS advocate Steve Gleason. The gathering came as Americans marked the anniversary of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Nazi-occupied France on June 6, 1944. REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK: REMEMBERING COURAGE ON THE 81ST ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY According to the Museum, more than 150,000 troops participated in the invasion, one of the largest amphibious military operations in history and a pivotal step toward the liberation of Western Europe. While the men who landed on the beaches of Normandy are remembered each year, Museum officials said the women on the home front played an essential role in making Allied victory possible. During World War II, millions of women entered the workforce as labor shortages transformed factories, shipyards and defense industries across the U.S. 'I'M EXCITED': LIBERAL HOLLYWOOD STAR RALLIES AROUND NEW NATIONAL LANDMARK WITH SUPPORT FROM BOTH PARTIES "As men left for military service, labor shortages in defense-related industries created unprecedented opportunities for women, many of whom were entering the workforce for the very first time," the museum said. The women learned technical skills including welding, riveting, aircraft assembly and munitions manufacturing while helping produce equipment and supplies needed by Allied forces. Among those honored was Delphine Klaput, 101, who worked at the Glenn L. Martin Aircraft factory in Baltimore during the final years of the war. BIRTHDAY BUDDIES AND NEXT-DOOR NEIGHBORS TURN 101 ON SAME DAY According to NOLA.com, Klaput was entrusted with guarding aircraft blueprints while helping oversee teams building planes destined for the war effort. The outlet reported that Klaput kept the blueprints close because "there was a war on, after all." Klaput told NOLA.com she still remembers walking through the sprawling aircraft factory after growing up in a Pennsylvania coal-mining town and asking herself, "What did I get myself into?" Francesca Masters, 104, worked on B-24 Liberator bombers at Michigan's Willow Run plant and told NOLA.com she earned $1 an hour while sending much of her paycheck home to support her family. Her brother, Salvatore, was later killed in the Battle of the Bulge. "It was our duty," Masters told the newspaper. SHATTERING THE 'IRON' CEILING: NEW SERIES 'GUERRERA' EXPLORES VITAL ROLE OF US FEMALE TROOPS IN COMBAT Masters said she operated heavy machinery at the bomber plant and felt proud to be doing what had long been considered a man's job. She recalled the scale of the operation at Willow Run, built by the Ford Motor Company and considered the largest war factory in the world during World War II. "They truly didn't think they had done anything special," Lisa Brown, daughter of Rosie the Riveter Virginia Rusch, told NOLA.com. Rusch said she always wanted to work and dropped out of school because she wanted to contribute. From 1942 to 1944, she soldered airplane parts on an assembly line, repeating the process day after day as Allied forces battled overseas. The National WWII Museum said the legacy of the "Rosies" extends far beyond wartime production. Through their work, the women "reshaped women's place in American society and continue to inspire women and girls around the world today." As the ceremony drew to a close, Klaput reflected on the bond shared by the shrinking number of surviving Rosies. "No matter where you go, if there's a 'Rosie,' you're gonna see this," she said before reaching for the hands of fellow honorees. Then she repeated the phrase that became synonymous with the women who helped sustain America's wartime production effort. "We can do it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24cc3cee6011c3f4eba904 Woman allegedly choked subway rider, yelled antisemitic remarks in attack caught on video: police te 2026-06-07T01:41:16.799Z Woman allegedly choked subway rider, yelled antisemitic remarks in attack caught on video: police A 23-year-old New York woman was arrested on hate crime charges, after she allegedly punched, kicked and choked a woman on a New York City subway last weekend in an incident caught on video, the NYPD confirmed to Fox News Digital. Diana Smith, 23, of the Bronx, appeared in video shot by the victim last weekend to yell that "Jews are eating kids!" while riding the crowded subway, and before she told the victim, "You’re a Jew. I can smell the kids." The video then appeared to show the attack, and as other riders reacted, Smith said, "It’s OK for her to eat a kid, but I can’t choke her down?" NYC ANTISEMITIC INCIDENTS NEARLY TRIPLE DESPITE OTHER CRIMES REACHING RECORD LOWS After she hit, kicked and choked the victim, who was identified by the NYPD as a 23-year-old woman, Smith allegedly threw her to the ground and ripped out some of her hair. The video was shared on social media by the Combat Antisemitism Movement. HASAN PIKER SAYS UK HAS BARRED HIM, TRASHES 'UNBELIEVABLE...POWER' OF PRO-ISRAEL GROUPS Smith was arrested after the incident and charged with hate crime assault, hate crime criminal obstructing breathing and hate crime aggravated harassment. The victim was taken to a hospital in stable condition, police said. She suffered minor injuries, the Jerusalem Post reported. The victim told the Post that Smith had earlier been asking if other riders were Jewish, and she also claimed that Jews are stealing wealth, an antisemitic trope. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24c75bee6011c3f4eba87a Girl known as 'Chelsea Jane Doe' ID'd 26 years after mutilated body found hundreds of miles from home state te 2026-06-07T01:20:27.929Z Girl known as 'Chelsea Jane Doe' ID'd 26 years after mutilated body found hundreds of miles from home state Authorities have identified a Pennsylvania teenager nearly 26 years after her murder in a rare case where investigators knew the killer's identity long before they knew the victim's name. The FBI's Boston field office, Massachusetts State Police and Suffolk County District Attorney's Office announced Wednesday that "Chelsea Jane Doe" has been identified as Tiffany Bradley, a 16-year-old from Allentown, Pennsylvania, through advanced DNA testing and investigative genetic genealogy. Bradley's killer, Eugene McCollom, pleaded guilty years ago and is serving a life sentence. But despite securing a conviction, investigators spent decades trying to determine the identity of the teenage victim. "We have waited so long for this day," Massachusetts State Police Col. Geoffrey Noble said during a news conference. "It is rare to have a case like this one, where we knew the suspect's name before the victim's." HEADLESS, HANDLESS BODY FOUND ON NEW YORK ROAD 56 YEARS AGO IDENTIFIED THROUGH DNA, KILLER REMAINS UNKNOWN Police discovered Bradley's remains on Nov. 13, 2000, in the parking lot of the Soldier's Home in Chelsea, Massachusetts, about 315 miles from her hometown. At Wednesday's news conference, Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden described the scene investigators encountered. "They found a body of an unknown female," Hayden said. "Tragically, she had been cut in half. She was without her head and without any hands." COLD-CASE FUGITIVE BUSTED SOUTH OF THE BORDER AS NEW DNA TECH ALLEGEDLY TIES HIM TO TEEN’S ROADSIDE KILLING Authorities said McCollom, who remains incarcerated, admitted to killing Bradley after she arrived in the Boston area and later told investigators where additional remains had been buried. According to the FBI, Bradley had been trafficked across state lines before her death. Authorities said advances in DNA technology and genealogical research ultimately allowed investigators to identify Bradley and notify her family nearly 26 years after her death. DNA INNOVATION CREDITED IN IDAHO, RACHEL MORIN CASES SIGNALS SHIFT IN RACE TO CATCH KILLERS, LAB FOUNDER SAYS "Today, we can finally state her name: Tiffany Bradley of Allentown, Pennsylvania," the FBI Boston office wrote in a Facebook post announcing the breakthrough. For Bradley's family, the identification brought an end to decades of unanswered questions. "Her last conversation with her favorite cousin was cut short with her voice trembling, saying, 'I'll call you later. I have to go,'" Bradley's relative, Shakirah Wiggins, said during the news conference. "That call never came and was replaced with 26 years of waiting, wondering why." Wiggins thanked investigators for continuing to pursue the case long after the killer had been identified. "It is totally amazing that, after 26 years, people cared enough to give her a name and return her to our family," she said. "The wheels of justice run slowly, but surely." Fox News Digital reached out to the FBI's Boston field office for additional comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24c503ee6011c3f4eba82e Professional sports and media need to stop acting like Russian athletes are Putin puppets te 2026-06-07T01:10:27.774Z Professional sports and media need to stop acting like Russian athletes are Putin puppets Unless you have a memory like Dory from "Finding Nemo" or you live under a rock, you’re aware of the Russia and Ukraine conflict that has been ongoing since 2022. That conflict has not only affected politics at home and abroad, but American and international professional sports as well. For example, the NHL did not include Russia in its 4 Nations Face-Off in 2025, though Russia would arguably have one of the strongest rosters in the field. Russian national teams remain suspended from most international hockey competitions due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The suspension was imposed by the International Ice Hockey Federation, which has repeatedly extended it, citing security concerns and the inability to guarantee safe participation in international events. As a result, Russia has been excluded from tournaments such as the World Championships and other IIHF competitions.  Because of that fact, we can assume the NHL was following suit, though it was never clearly stated why they excluded Russia from the 4 Nations Face-Off, organized by the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players' Association. NHL officials indicated through omission that the geopolitical issues caused them to kick Russia to the curb. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! In April 2025, SportsNet writer Kristina Rutherford penned an article that was accompanied by a caption on X promoting the piece stating, "As Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky’s goals record, fans are faced with a decision: how to balance celebrating history with the accompanying political baggage." Before I discuss how poorly I believe professional tennis has handled this conflict, especially at the 2026 French Open (Roland Garros), I want to make it clear that I believe articles like Rutehrford’s are what’s wrong with sports media nowadays. We were about to celebrate one of the greatest accomplishments in sports, and these liberals make this about geopolitics as if celebrating Alex Ovechkin’s historic accomplishment is like celebrating Putin’s dictatorship and Russia’s war atrocities. It’s pure, unadulterated virtue signaling and gaslighting. As for Roland Garros, you may have noticed that half of the players competing in the women’s quarterfinals didn’t have the flag of their country above them in the graphic posted by Roland Garros’ official X account, including world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka.  The key organizations in tennis, the ATP, the WTA and the International Tennis Federation, announced after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 that Russian and Belarusian players, such as Sabalenka, can still compete in individual events, but they must do so as "neutral athletes." Their flag, country name, and national anthem are removed from official displays. This policy has remained largely consistent through recent seasons and applies across Grand Slams and tour events (with some exceptions like Wimbledon in 2022, which briefly went further and banned them entirely before reversing course). In 2022, TNT Sports reported this about then-world #1 men’s tennis player Daniil Medvedev: "Daniil Medvedev’s chances of playing at Wimbledon could depend on whether he gives an assurance he is not a 'supporter' of Russian president Vladimir Putin, according to UK sports minister Nigel Huddleston. Now, let me make myself clear, this is not some sort of Russian apology piece. I will not defend the actions of Putin. Never have. Never will. But why do we keep vilifying Russian athletes like they are launching rockets and as if they are the ones making political decisions in this war? We haven’t held Middle Eastern athletes or Chinese athletes to these standards. Heck, our homegrown liberal media and the city of San Francisco even celebrated Olympic defectors like Eileen Gu, who was paid by the Chinese Communist Party to compete for them in the 2026 Winter Olympics. The International Olympic Committee even allowed the 2022 Winter Olympics to take place in Beijing, China, ignoring human rights concerns for profit and global expansion. IOC UPHOLDS BAN ON RUSSIAN TEAMS AHEAD OF 2026 WINTER OLYMPICS On Saturday, 19-year-old Russian women’s tennis player, Mirra Andreeva, won the French Open. After defeating Chwalinska in straight sets, Andreeva took time at the end of her acceptance speech to speak Russian, seemingly in defiance of the vilification due to her ethnic heritage by the tennis governing bodies and opposing players. During the celebration, two Andreeva supporters were seen waving a Russian flag, but security quickly instructed them to put it away. That's a reflection of how hard the tennis world has worked to distance itself from Russia. Throughout the tournament, and for much of the season, Sabalenka and other players from Russia and Belarus have been repeatedly asked whether they condemn the war in Ukraine or feel pressure from Ukrainian players. Those questions continue to surface in post-match press conferences, particularly after high-profile matches against Ukrainians such as Elina Svitolina and Marta Kostyuk. Her answers throughout 2025 and 2026 have been remarkably consistent. Sabalenka has repeatedly said she does not support the war and that she is "just a tennis player" with no control over political decisions. She has also expressed frustration with athletes being drawn into geopolitical debates. All I'm saying is: When is enough enough? Why is there a double standard when it comes to geopolitical issues and athletes? Russian athletes are routinely asked to answer for the actions of their government, yet athletes from other countries are rarely subjected to the same scrutiny or treated as though they are personally aligned with war criminals or dictators. The virtue signaling has to end. There are legitimate criticisms for Putin and his regime we should focus on, but acting as if these actions against athletes are helping stop a war, or making some sort of positive difference in the conflict, is laughable. Enough with the selective outrage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be95ee6011c3f4eba768 Omega Combat Genesis to bring combat competition to Lake Havasu City te 2026-06-07T00:43:01.375Z Omega Combat Genesis to bring combat competition to Lake Havasu City Lake Havasu City and the surrounding area has many talented fighters looking for the chance to compete in the ring. The chance for local amateurs to compete close to home has now been given with Omega Combat Genesis. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be80ee6011c3f4eba75f Omega Combat Genesis to bring combat competition to Lake Havasu City te 2026-06-07T00:42:40.409Z Omega Combat Genesis to bring combat competition to Lake Havasu City Two fighters are in the ring during a match. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be6bee6011c3f4eba756 Omega Combat Genesis te 2026-06-07T00:42:19.920Z Omega Combat Genesis Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be57ee6011c3f4eba74d Copper and Insight and Cheez-it, oh my! Cactus Bowl is back at Mountain America Stadium te 2026-06-07T00:41:59.439Z Copper and Insight and Cheez-it, oh my! Cactus Bowl is back at Mountain America Stadium TEMPE – After eight name and four venue changes, the Cactus Bowl will return to Arizona State’s Mountain America Stadium for the first time since 2015. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be42ee6011c3f4eba744 Copper and Insight and Cheez-it, oh my! Cactus Bowl is back at Mountain America Stadium te 2026-06-07T00:41:38.408Z Copper and Insight and Cheez-it, oh my! Cactus Bowl is back at Mountain America Stadium Erik Moses, executive director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation, reflects on the value of having the Cactus Bowl return to Mountain America Stadium. The game is scheduled for Dec. 26. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be2dee6011c3f4eba73b Kenny Dillingham targets in-state recruiting to keep ASU in college football’s arms race te 2026-06-07T00:41:17.927Z Kenny Dillingham targets in-state recruiting to keep ASU in college football’s arms race Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham addresses campers ahead of the team’s annual youth camp at the Verde Dickey Dome on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24be18ee6011c3f4eba732 Kenny Dillingham targets in-state recruiting to keep ASU in college football’s arms race te 2026-06-07T00:40:56.970Z Kenny Dillingham targets in-state recruiting to keep ASU in college football’s arms race TEMPE – In today’s ever-changing college sports landscape, loyalty stands out. Few embrace that quality more than coach Kenny Dillingham, who reaffirmed his commitment to Arizona State in more ways than one this offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24bba6ee6011c3f4eba6bc Multiple people shot near festival in Toledo, Ohio; manhunt for suspect underway te 2026-06-07T00:30:30.571Z Multiple people shot near festival in Toledo, Ohio; manhunt for suspect underway Multiple people were shot Saturday near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, as police searched for a suspect, authorities said. The Toledo Police Department said officers responded around 5:37 p.m. to a report of a shooting near Delaware Avenue and Glenwood Avenue, close to the Old West End Festival. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds, police said. Authorities did not immediately release the number of people injured or provide details on the severity of their injuries. FIVE INJURED IN SHOOTING OUTSIDE DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND BAR FOLLOWING SUSPECTED ALTERCATION, POLICE SAY "Many victims have been transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment," police said in a news release. Investigators said they are actively searching for the suspect or suspects involved. Residents and visitors were urged to avoid the area as the investigation continues. Police said officers remain on scene and are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. This is a developing story; check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24b6f3ee6011c3f4eba615 Vegas Golden Knights bust out the concession stand big guns for Stanley Cup Final te 2026-06-07T00:10:27.765Z Vegas Golden Knights bust out the concession stand big guns for Stanley Cup Final The Stanley Cup Final is the biggest stage the NHL has to offer, and the Vegas Golden Knights are no strangers to it, having made it three times in a franchise history that is only nine seasons long. So, like the Stanley Cup Final vets they are, they know it's a perfect time to call in the big dogs, even at the T-Mobile Arena concession stands. And honestly, it's a lineup that doesn't look like something you'd find at a game. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! I mean, look at this: Let's start with an absolute headliner, and that is the lobster poutine. First of all, U.S.-Canadian relations may be a little strained these days, but damn it, those Great White Northerners know how to whip up one hell of a plate of poutine. Now, in Vegas, they're gussying it up with seasoned waffle fries, garlic-poached lobster, crispy cheese curds and lobster gravy, which sounds weird, but could just be lobster bisque. PRICED OUT IN LAS VEGAS? 5 COSTLY STEAKS THAT CAN CUT INTO TOURISTS' WALLETS I'd be lying if I said I didn't take a peek at flights to Sin City for Game 4... But if that wasn't classy enough for you, try the "Forged in Gold" Surf and Turf Loaded Potato on for size. It's a twice-baked potato with our old friend, butter-poached lobster, some filet mignon, and Mâitre d’ Butter, topped off with a Golden Knights sword... because, Vegas. Tough to go back to nachos with plastic cheese after that, huh? But if you still have room for dessert, you can try out the Top of the Mountain, which looks so nice, it would serve as a good reception centerpiece after an Elvis impersonator-officiated wedding. It's a pastry filled with mascarpone cream, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries, and then to make it worth your while, they slather it with caramel and raspberry sauce. Un. Real. This is a Stanley Cup Final between two franchises that bring it at the concession stands. We've seen what Vegas has done, but Carolina has made a name for itself with innovations like the beer stick and the beer skate. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24b257ee6011c3f4eba4a8 Drinking alcohol may influence cravings for certain foods in a surprising way, study suggests te 2026-06-06T23:50:47.930Z Drinking alcohol may influence cravings for certain foods in a surprising way, study suggests If you find yourself reaching for a bag of chips after a few drinks, hormones may be partly to blame. Researchers suggest they can influence food cravings and may contribute to significant overeating. Studies examining how alcohol affects people’s eating habits have produced inconsistent results, University of Sydney researchers reported in Obesity Reviews. Alcohol on its own always adds calories, but how much it contributes to people’s total caloric intake depends on their dietary habits, the scientists observed. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Previous research suggests alcohol consumption may increase levels of FGF21, "a hormone that increases savory (umami) preference and reduces sweet preference," the researchers wrote. In "minimally processed food environments," people seek foods that are both satiating and high in protein, and they limit the number of calories they eat. On diets rich in ultra-processed savory foods and/or high-fat unprocessed meats, however, consumers eat foods that taste like the minimally processed foods, but that fail to deliver protein. The researchers refer to these foods as "protein decoys." People who indulge in ultra-processed foods tend to eat many more calories, because they’re not satisfied without protein. The researchers analyzed previous experimental work that involved interviews with more than 9,000 Australians. The survey found that people who reported drinking alcohol also reported eating a lot more savory foods and fewer sweet foods than the non-drinkers. People’s savory food intake increased on days they reported drinking. People who reported drinking and consuming a savory diet with the low-protein, high-fat characteristics of an ultra-processed diet took in 40% more calories than the daily recommendation — before factoring in the alcohol. "Results suggest that alcohol may have contributed to the obesity epidemic," because it increases people’s appetites, and people consuming highly processed foods eat more of the unsatiating food, the researchers hypothesized. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The researchers wrote that their observations could explain why studies on alcohol’s effect on caloric intake have been so varied, because it likely depends on the types of foods you’re eating while drinking. They also noted that their studies did not directly measure FGF21 levels, but that they applied previous information gathered through scientific studies to make their observations. They wrote that they could not provide direct evidence of FGF21’s role in food intake. The researchers also acknowledged the limitations of their research, since it was largely based on secondary evidence from a population survey. "Advice to limit highly processed foods, including savory snack foods, may be even more critical than previously thought for reducing the risk of weight gain among adults who drink regularly," they concluded. Registered dietitian Morgan Beemiller, RD, LDN, based in Ohio, said she was not surprised by this study’s findings. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "Alcohol is known to affect several biological and behavioral systems that influence food cravings," she told Fox News Digital. According to Beemiller, alcohol alters appetite-regulating signals and affects the brain’s reward circuits. It also changes taste perception, she said. To avoid the ultra-processed overeating pitfall, Beemiller recommended people eat a substantial meal prior to drinking. "Include protein, fiber-rich carbohydrates and healthy fats," she advised. "This combination helps slow alcohol absorption and reduces urges for convenience foods later." Chicken, rice and salad or salmon, potatoes and broccoli are sensible pre-drink meals, Beemiller said. "Decide on your late-night food before you start drinking," she said. "If healthy food is already available, you are less likely to order or make convenience foods later in the evening." People should keep minimally processed snacks such as nuts, cheese, fruit, hummus and vegetables and hard-boiled eggs, readily available, Beemiller said. It’s also important to stay hydrated, she noted. Alternating alcoholic drinks with water can reduce total alcohol consumption, improve hydration and reduce hangover symptoms. While Beemiller said evidence suggests less alcohol is generally better for health, she added there are a few ways to reduce the negative impact if someone chooses to drink. Keep your intake to a moderate level. Health risks rise the more people drink. Choose low-sugar options such as dry wines, light beers and cocktails that use fresh juices rather than syrups. Avoid high-sugar drinks, such as margaritas, daiquiris, sweet dessert wines and hard lemonades. Also beware of high-calorie mixers. Opt for sparkling water instead. "Choose alcohol for enjoyment, not stress management," Beemiller said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24b242ee6011c3f4eba48b Multiple People Shot Near Street Festival in Toledo, Ohio, Police Say te 2026-06-06T23:50:26.408Z Multiple People Shot Near Street Festival in Toledo, Ohio, Police Say The Toledo Police Department did not provide further details about the number of people shot or the extent of their injuries. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24ad92ee6011c3f4eba3da Senators Warn of Intelligence Gaps if Surveillance Program Expires te 2026-06-06T23:30:26.078Z Senators Warn of Intelligence Gaps if Surveillance Program Expires Two senior Republicans urged the Trump administration to prepare for the possible expiration of a contentious intelligence-gathering authority. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24ab3bee6011c3f4eba38d Golden Tempo, 2026 Kentucky Derby winner, takes home 158th Belmont Stakes te 2026-06-06T23:20:27.769Z Golden Tempo, 2026 Kentucky Derby winner, takes home 158th Belmont Stakes It's a two of a kind for Golden Tempo. The winner of last month's Kentucky Derby, who sat out the Preakness Stakes, forfeiting a shot at the Triple Crown, took home the victory at the 158th Belmont Stakes in New York on Saturday. Renegade opened up as the morningline 2-1 favorite, similar to the Derby, followed by Chief Wallabee at 3-1 and Golden Tempo and 9-2. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM  Saturday's Belmont Stakes marked the third consecutive, and final, year in which the race took place at Saratoga Race Course in Upstate New York, as Belmont Park finishes up renovations. Due to the change in course since 2024, the race ran at 1 ¼ miles instead of its usual mile-and-a-half. Saratoga is home to the annual Whitney, Travers, and Jim Dandy Stakes. This year's Belmont did not feature any horses from the Preakness Stakes three weeks ago and just four from the Kentucky Derby in early May: Renegade, Commandment, Chief Wallabee, and Golden Tempo. This was also the second consecutive year in which the Derby winner skipped out on the Preakness to tune up for the Belmont. Last year, Sovereignty won the Kentucky Derby before not traveling to Pimlico Race Course and then taking home the Belmont. "We made our decision, he won today, and we're happy about that," trainer Cherie DeVaux said after the race. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a8f4ee6011c3f4eba324 Ahead of World Cup, Two Generations of Haitian Players Unite te 2026-06-06T23:10:44.965Z Ahead of World Cup, Two Generations of Haitian Players Unite A player from Haiti’s 1974 World Cup team, the last to qualify for the tournament, met with the co-captain of this year’s squad in South Florida. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a8e0ee6011c3f4eba31b An Uncertain Win for Immigrants Seeking to Stay in U.S. te 2026-06-06T23:10:24.970Z An Uncertain Win for Immigrants Seeking to Stay in U.S. After a judge’s ruling, there was a sense of renewed hope that immigration applications that were put on hold would move forward. But how soon that would happen was unknown. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a69fee6011c3f4eba2d5 Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau remembered through new playground for special needs children te 2026-06-06T23:00:47.772Z Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau remembered through new playground for special needs children The death of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew was an unimaginable tragedy, but their family is making sure that they continue to do a lot of good on their behalf. This week, the Gaudreau family helped dedicate a new adaptive playground for children with special needs at Archbishop Damiano School in Westville, New Jersey. The playground's name? "The Gaudreau Brothers' Wings of Hope & Chrysalis Corner." ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "When the sign was unveiled, all I kept thinking about was the boys, how they would be so excited to see this," the brothers' mother, Jane Gaudreau, said, according to NHL.com. "This school has been part of our family for so long. I'm so proud that the playground is named in honor of them." The playground was built using funds raised by The Gaudreau Family 5K. The first annual event was held last year, while the second was held just last month. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Gaudreau said that the event raised "98 percent" of the funds to build the playground, which was completed with a community build. Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were killed after being hit by an alleged drunk driver while riding their bikes in New Jersey back in August 2024. At the time, Gaudreau was playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets after first spending nearly a decade with the Calgary Flames. Meanwhile, Matthew had played college hockey at Boston College, just like his brother, and went on to play in the AHL and ECHL. Gaudreau was honored earlier this year at the Olympic Games in Milan when the U.S. Men's Hockey team — which he was likely to have been a part of — won gold. The team took post-game photos with a No. 13 jersey as well as Gaudreau's children. Sean M. Higgins, the man accused of killing the Gaudreaus, faces six charges, including two counts of first-degree aggravated manslaughter. According to ESPN, a motion to dismiss some of the charges was denied last month, and Higgins' next court date is scheduled for June 16. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a68bee6011c3f4eba2cc Kyra Sedgwick says knowing her ancestor signed the Declaration of Independence 'means a lot' to her te 2026-06-06T23:00:27.852Z Kyra Sedgwick says knowing her ancestor signed the Declaration of Independence 'means a lot' to her Kyra Sedgwick is sharing why the upcoming 250th anniversary of America's independence is special to her. During a recent appearance on "Today," the 60-year-old actress revealed that one of her ancestors signed the Declaration of Independence, telling the hosts that knowing that "means a lot." "I mean, as an American, democracy means a lot to me. The Constitution means a lot to me. And the Declaration of Independence is obviously what it's based on, and I just think that it's a great honor and responsibility," she said. "William Ellery, he was a long way back there. Yeah, he was a lawyer, he was amazing. The original writers of that Declaration were pretty extraordinary." She was on the show to promote her latest film, "Carolina Caroline," in which she plays the alcoholic mother of the main character. KEVIN COSTNER FELT LIKE A ‘DUMBBELL’ IN SCHOOL BEFORE FINDING HIS PASSION The "Singles" star got her start in the entertainment industry as a teenager on the soap opera, "Another World," later appearing in films such as "Kansas," "Born on the Fourth of July" and "Lemon Sky," which is where she met her husband, Kevin Bacon. After meeting on the set of the movie, Bacon and Sedgwick began dating, with the actress telling People in March 2023 that Bacon fell in love with her after a comment she made while out to dinner one night. "It was a nice dinner. I opened the menu and said, ‘I can’t believe these prices, and he instantly fell in love," she laughed, adding, "I was like, ‘Oh my God! This place is really expensive!’" The two dated for a few years before tying the knot in September 1988 and have since welcomed two children together: Travis, 36, and Sosie, 34. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER While on an episode of "Last Meals" in April 2025, Bacon shared why he and Sedgwick chose not to expose their children to fame when they were growing up, telling the outlet, his children did not "sign up" for the lifestyle that comes with being famous. "When it came to promoting my own fame and taking my kids to premieres and making them watch my movies and showing them an article in the paper…we really didn’t do that," Bacon said. "We really avoided it. I think we really felt like it would be nice for them to have some…we knew how weird this life was." Although the couple chose to keep their children out of the spotlight, they chose that path for themselves when they got older. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Their son is the frontman of the industrial metal band CONTRACULT Collective, while their daughter followed in her parents' footsteps as an actress, starring in "Mare of Easttown," "13 Reasons Why" and "Smile." They have also attended red carpet events with their parents over the years. "I just felt like, let them figure out their own thing. So that’s the way we parented them. I keep telling them, ‘It had to have been hard for you. Please, tell me. I want to know. Sit with your therapist, it’s okay,'" he added. "You can get mad at me for this life that you were…and they just will not go there. They will not acknowledge that it was anything that was difficult about having one of them." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a221ee6011c3f4eba291 City begins Midtown transportation study te 2026-06-06T22:41:37.129Z City begins Midtown transportation study The city of Phoenix began a four-stage Midtown Core Transportation Study in May to look at how transportation should evolve in Midtown Phoenix as the area continues to develop. The study area boundaries run from 19th Avenue, east to 16th Street; McDowell Road north to Dunlap Avenue. The study will use recent traffic analysis, new growth projections and public insights to “explore ways to enhance safety, improve mobility and strengthen connectivity for everyone traveling in and around Midtown.” It will include a portion of the Valley Metro B-Line, bicycle lanes and reverse traffic lanes along 7th Street and 7th Avenue. What it will not include, according to Matt Wilson, assistant director of the Street Transportation Department, is how the existing light rail will connect to the January 2026 approved West Phoenix Extension. That extension is expected to run west along Indian School Road and connect from either the existing Central Avenue/Indian School Road or 19th Avenue/Camelback Road track, and will be coordinated among the regional transportation partners. Goals of the Midtown Core Transportation Study stated by the city are to evaluate the capacity and connectivity of existing and planned transportation networks; compare the capacity and connectivity to projected travel demand; prioritize existing projects and planned transportation projects; identify gaps in the area’s future transportation network; suggest additional strategies or projects necessary to fill gaps in the area’s future transportation network; and evaluate the 7th Avenue and 7th Street reversible lanes to determine their long-term role within the transportation network. The study began with a corridor analysis, a May 7 virtual public meeting and a community survey, which ends May 29. Community stakeholder outreach will continue through the summer and in-person and virtual public meetings will be held this fall. A final recommendation will be provided to city council in winter of 2026. While the May 7 meeting recording is not available, the meeting slides and additional information can be found at www.phoenix.gov/midtowncore. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a20dee6011c3f4eba288 Explore safely during Dog Days of Summer te 2026-06-06T22:41:17.207Z Explore safely during Dog Days of Summer Dogs and their people are invited to spend mornings exploring the trails at Desert Botanical Garden, now through Sept. 26 (photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden). Now through Sept. 26, the Desert Botanical Garden, located at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, invites pet parents to beat the heat with their four-legged best friend during Dog Days of Summer. Early mornings are made for wagging tails and cool trails, and the garden opens its paths for pups and their people to explore the desert together. Enjoy refreshing hydration stations, shady rest stops and plenty of photo worthy moments. Dogs are not permitted at Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse. To learn more, call 480-941-1225 or visit www.dbg.org. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a1f7ee6011c3f4eba27f Updated five-year Capital Improvement Plan up for Lake Havasu City Council adoption te 2026-06-06T22:40:55.135Z Updated five-year Capital Improvement Plan up for Lake Havasu City Council adoption Lake Havasu City's Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal year 2026-27 faces final adoption Tuesday evening. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24a1dbee6011c3f4eba257 Spearfisherman killed by suspected 15-foot shark after third fatal attack in less than a month te 2026-06-06T22:40:27.694Z Spearfisherman killed by suspected 15-foot shark after third fatal attack in less than a month A fisherman was killed late Saturday morning after an attack by a suspected nearly 15-foot shark off the coast of Western Australia. The unidentified 35-year-old was spearfishing near Michaelmas Island, a protected sand cay on the Great Barrier Reef not far from the city of Albany. The island is around 240 miles south of Perth, the state’s capital. His was the third fatal shark attack in the country in less than a month. SHARK ATTACK DEATHS SURGE ABOVE DECADE AVERAGE IN 2025 The man was brought by boat to shore, but paramedics weren’t able to revive him. On May 24, 39-year-old Michael Jensz was killed after suffering head injuries while spearfishing along the Great Barrier Reef off the country’s northeast coast.  A bull shark is suspected in his death. On May 16, 38-year-old Steve Mattabonni was killed by a white shark at Rottnest Island, a popular resort in Western Australia. He was also spearfishing. In January, a 12-year-old also died a week after he was attacked by a shark in Sydney Harbor. Australia usually averages around three shark deaths per year. "We do see an increase in larger sharks this time of the year, particularly chasing the sardine and the salmon along the coast, which is quite normal," commercial fisherman Gregory Sharp told the Australian Broadcasting Company Saturday. He added that sharks also tend to attack in areas "where there's a lot of seals, and the island area in King George Sound is renowned for seals." Michaelmas Island is located in King George Sound. Western Australia Premier Roger Cook said in a Facebook post Saturday that he was deeply saddened to hear of this morning's fatal shark attack in Albany.  This is a tragedy and my thoughts are with the victim's family and friends, as well as the first responders." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a249fbeee6011c3f4eba1fc Dodgers' Blake Treinen was the only player not wearing a pride hat during pride night, and I support him te 2026-06-06T22:31:26.729Z Dodgers' Blake Treinen was the only player not wearing a pride hat during pride night, and I support him Unless you’re the Texas Rangers, LGBTQ Pride Night has become a tradition for every Major League Baseball team, including the Los Angeles Dodgers. The team went as far as unveiling a tribute in centerfield to "LGBTQ trailblazers" Glenn Burke and Billy Bean (no, not the "Moneyball" Billy Beane). The whole team also wore pride-colored hats for the occasion. All but one. Dodgers relief pitcher Blake Treinen is an outspoken Christian who has been unashamed to share his faith and conservative thoughts. When the Dodgers decided to reinvite and honor the anti-Christian drag nun group, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, he made his stance clear. Treinen said that he was "disappointed to see The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence being honored as heroes at Dodger Stadium. Many of their performances are blasphemous, and their work only displays hate and mockery of Catholics and the Christian faith."  After the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Treinen made a subtle, yet profound statement by writing Kirk’s name on the side of his hat bordered by christian crosses. DODGERS BREAK OUT ANNUAL PRIDE NIGHT HATS, DRAWING BRUTAL REACTIONS Following the Dodgers' thrilling Game 7 victory over Toronto, where Treinen was the winning pitcher, he said , "It's the favor of the Lord on my body. I've been praying just to be ready and able for this team when they need me." When presented with the opportunity to make another bold stance for his Christian faith, Treinen refused to participate in the display of the LGBTQ pride and stuck to his moral and biblical convictions. While other self-professed Christians on his team, including shortstop Mookie Betts and manager Dave Roberts, decided to follow the crowd by wearing the hats, Treinen refused. For clarification, another outspoken Christian on the team, catcher Alex Call, could be seen wearing a headband throughout the evening. He was also the player who dumped the water cooler on Freddie Freeman after his walk-off home run sealed a 1-0 victory. Because of that, I couldn't tell from rewatching the broadcast whether Call ever wore the hat while he was in the dugout. If he refused to wear it as well, I applaud him. Notably, now-retired Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw wrote Genesis 9:12-16 as a reminder that the rainbow is a actually a sign of God’s covenant never to flood the earth again like He did in the days of the prophet Noah. DODGERS PITCHER CLAYTON KERSHAW DISPLAYS BIBLE PASSAGE ON HAT DURING PRIDE NIGHT As a Christian, I wholeheartedly support Treinen’s decision and I believe this is what every Christian athlete should be doing in these situations. No, that of course does not mean Treinen, nor any other athlete "hates" or has any sort of ill wishes for LGBTQ-identifying fans or people. It just means that they are standing firm in their faith, which does not align with the modern sexual ethic of transgenderism, homosexuality, bisexuality, non-binary identification, etc. Just as I wouldn’t expect a non-Christian athlete to wear a hat with a cross on it if there was a Christian Night in Major League Baseball.  There’s a reason the NHL moved away from Pride jerseys during warmups. Christian players were often put in a position where they felt they had to choose between their religious convictions and wearing the jersey. Those who declined frequently faced intense criticism from media outlets and activists. Just look at the reaction to former Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov and former San Jose Sharks goaltender James Reimer when they chose not to participate. The controversy created a difficult situation for everyone involved and ultimately contributed to the NHL's decision to discontinue specialty warmup jerseys. While the league later reversed course on its ban of Pride tape, MLB should consider a similar approach when it comes to Pride-themed jerseys and hats, allowing players to opt out without controversy or pressure. If Faith and Family Night — which is often centered around Christian groups — isn't a stadium-wide event and is instead limited to a community activation where attendees can purchase tickets in a designated section and receive themed merchandise, then Pride Night should follow the same model. In my view, that would be a step in the right direction. Well done, Blake Treinen. This is just another example of the mission that guides his life. Speaking with Will Dawson of CBN Sports, Treinen said, "How do we make heaven crowded? That's really my goal... When I am welcomed into the gates of heaven, I want to hear, 'Well done, good and faithful servant.'" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a249d36ee6011c3f4eba193 Kennedy Center Loses Case Against Musician Who Canceled Over Trump Naming Dispute te 2026-06-06T22:20:38.330Z Kennedy Center Loses Case Against Musician Who Canceled Over Trump Naming Dispute A federal judge sided with jazz performer Chuck Redd, who canceled a 2025 holiday concert after President Trump’s name was added to the building. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24987dee6011c3f4eba10b Simone Biles reveals near-death experience: 'Almost dying wasn't on my bingo card this week' te 2026-06-06T22:00:29.212Z Simone Biles reveals near-death experience: 'Almost dying wasn't on my bingo card this week' Olympic legend Simone Biles revealed that she "almost died" in a cryptic Instagram post on Saturday. On her Instagram story, Biles shared vague details about the experience, without recounting any specifics, with the background just being a photo of her hand. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I'm not one to normally share things like this because I value privacy in today's age. But almost dying wasn't on my bingo card this week," Biles wrote. "This was one of, if not the scariest experience of my life, especially since Jonathan was in Indy for practices. I've been in bed resting this week. I'll explain sooner or later, but [shoutout] to my close circle who reached out, checked in, visited & or sent flowers." AMERICAN OLYMPIAN ANITA ALVAREZ RECALLS NEAR-DROWNING INCIDENT Biles' husband, Jonathan Owens, is a safety for the Indianapolis Colts. The couple has been married since 2023, though Owens' NFL career has occasionally forced them to spend time apart. Since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2018, he has played for five different teams. The two met while Owens was with the Houston Texans in 2019. Biles lives in Texas, where the couple has built a massive home together. Since his time in Houston, Owens has also played for the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears and now the Colts. Back in November, Biles revealed that she had recently undergone three plastic surgeries. "I've had three plastic surgeries and two of them you would never be able to tell," she said in a TikTok that month. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a249637ee6011c3f4eba0aa Steve Hilton launches ad mocking Xavier Becerra's '36 years' as a career politician in California gov race te 2026-06-06T21:50:48.078Z Steve Hilton launches ad mocking Xavier Becerra's '36 years' as a career politician in California gov race California Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton launched a new campaign ad Saturday targeting former Biden administration official Xavier Becerra, signaling the general election fight may already be underway even as primary ballots continue to be counted. The 55-second ad mocks Becerra's lengthy political career and record in government, portraying the Democrat as a continuation of California's political status quo. The ad features silent clips of Becerra appearing on an old-fashioned TV screen while captions flash across the screen, including: "I've been a career politician for 36 years. Vote for me." Other captions reference issues likely to become central themes in the governor's race, including homelessness, California's high-speed rail project and Becerra's tenure as secretary of Health and Human Services in former President Joe Biden's administration. HILTON, BECERRA, IN THE LEAD WITH VOTES STILL BEING COUNTED IN BATTLE FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR The ad also attempts to tie Becerra to Gov. Gavin Newsom, ending with the message: "I'll change nothing about how California is governed," followed by the tagline, "Don't watch another rerun." Fox News Digital reached out to the Becerra and the Hilton campaigns for comment. The ad comes less than 24 hours after The Associated Press projected Becerra would advance to California's November gubernatorial election to succeed the term-limited Newsom. CALIFORNIA ELECTION LIMBO FUELED BY 4 PRESSURE POINTS DRAGGING OUT VOTE COUNT, EXPERT SAYS As vote counting continued Saturday, Becerra led the field with 26.8% of the vote, according to AP totals. Hilton received 26.4%, while Democrat Tom Steyer had 21.1%. Roughly 68% of ballots had been counted as of Saturday afternoon. In a statement after the AP race call, Becerra celebrated the result and framed his campaign as a fight for California voters. XAVIER BECERRA PRESSED ON 'RUMORS' HE KNEW ABOUT ERIC SWALWELL'S ALLEGED MISCONDUCT DURING CA GOVERNOR DEBATE "The people of the great state of California, in the greatest nation on earth, have spoken — loudly and proudly," Becerra said. "We will not be bought. We will not be bullied. And we are never backing down. November, here we come." Becerra's campaign also said the result makes him the first Latino candidate to advance from a California gubernatorial primary to a general election, calling it a historic milestone for the state. If elected in November, Becerra would become California's first Latino governor since Romualdo Pacheco, who briefly served as governor in 1875. Becerra, a former California attorney general, served as Health and Human Services secretary during the Biden administration before launching his gubernatorial campaign. Hilton, a former Fox News host and political commentator, has campaigned as a political outsider and agent of change, arguing California is headed in the wrong direction under Democratic leadership. Results from Tuesday's primary have not yet been certified. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a249621ee6011c3f4eba08d Barge Hits Maryland Rail Bridge Along Northeast Corridor te 2026-06-06T21:50:26.001Z Barge Hits Maryland Rail Bridge Along Northeast Corridor Amtrak said crews were conducting a safety assessment for the bridge, which crosses the Susquehanna River in Maryland. The U.S. Coast Guard reported no injuries. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2493e0ee6011c3f4eba048 Dustin Johnson celebrates hole-in-one with infuriatingly nonchalant response at LIV event te 2026-06-06T21:40:48.418Z Dustin Johnson celebrates hole-in-one with infuriatingly nonchalant response at LIV event Golf is a game that can bring out a wide array of emotions from even the most stoic of competitors. Even a single round of golf can elicit the entire spectrum of emotions, from elation to agony and everything in between. One hole, you're feeling like a PGA Championship winner and the next you feel like you never want to pick up a golf club again. A guy who knows about that range of emotions all too well is Dustin Johnson. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! The two-time major champion has obviously seen it all in the game of golf, and he was at the tee box on Saturday at the LIV Golf Andalucia event at Real Club Valderrama looking to make a run up the leaderboard. DJ calmly ripped his tee shot as the ball took two hops on the green before rolling home for a hole-in-one. The scene was complete pandemonium as both Johnson and the crowd could hardly contain their excitement. Wait, that was it? Does he know that he just aced it or did someone not tell him? I'm not exaggerating when I tell you that I've gotten more excited about keeping my 185-yard drive in the middle of the fairway on my municipal track than Johnson did about a hole-in-one during a sanctioned golf event. KEEGAN BRADLEY'S ACE, SPECIAL FATHER-SON MOMENT HIGHLIGHTS BELOVED MASTERS PAR 3 CONTEST For crying out loud, he even shrugs at the end of the clip. Granted, the guy is 6'4", has a nine-figure net worth and is married to Paulina Gretzky, so he's kind of winning at the game of life. Hitting a hole-in-one probably feels like finding a quarter on the side of the road for this lucky son-of-a-gun. Nonetheless, his nonchalant reaction drew the ire of amateur golfers and fans all over social media, knowing they'll never experience that same feeling. Would it have killed him to show a little emotion? A fist pump, perhaps? Either way, congrats to DJ on his ace today. I'm sure despite his cavalier attitude about it, it probably still rocks to hit a hole-in-one no matter how many times you've done it before. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2493caee6011c3f4eba02c Bob Packwood, Senator Forced to Quit in Sex Scandal, Dies at 93 te 2026-06-06T21:40:26.479Z Bob Packwood, Senator Forced to Quit in Sex Scandal, Dies at 93 An unorthodox Republican, he helped shape tax policy and women’s rights legislation before resigning in 1995 amid accusations by more than 20 women of sexual misconduct. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a248f1bee6011c3f4eb9f9f Why disappointment in qualifying may not spell the end of Ferrari's Monaco hopes this year te 2026-06-06T21:20:27.608Z Why disappointment in qualifying may not spell the end of Ferrari's Monaco hopes this year Everyone knows that qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix is the most important qualifying session on the Formula 1 calendar, because of how hard it is to overtake. So, Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc starting P3 and P4, respectively (assuming damage Leclerc sustained in qualifying doesn't lead to a start from the back of the grid or the pit lane), is a bit of a disappointment, especially given a really strong weekend in practice and talk that their car is well suited for Monaco's many slow-speed corners. But perhaps all is not lost, because it seems like Ferrari has one last shot at breaking up Mercedes and polesitter Kimi Antonelli's run of dominance this season. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Going into the weekend, a lot of the buzz around Ferrari had to do with their car's ability in lower-speed corners. This has to do with the turbo that's used in the Ferrari engine, which is smaller than ones used by competitors, meaning it gets up to speed faster, allowing for quicker acceleration. Kind of key when you're exiting a slow corner, right? Hamilton and Leclerc were the top two drivers in the first two practice sessions, while Antonelli beat them in FP3. In qualifying, Antonelli continued his heroics to take pole, but what no one really saw coming was Max Verstappen doing Max Verstappen things and sticking his Red Bull on the first row. Now, starting at Monaco from the second row is not ideal, considering that this is generally a race won from pole. But... Remember that thing about the Ferraris accelerating quickly? F1 STAR CHARLES LECLERC REVEALS HIS PRE-RACE DIET AND PREPARATION Starts have been Ferrari's strong suit this season, while, crucially, Mercedes' — and more specifically Antonelli's — starts have been their biggest weakness. On top of that, Verstappen's Red Bull has not always been the quickest off the line. While starting from the front row is what Ferrari would've wanted, they still have a real shot to steal a win by outdragging the two cars on the front row into the first corner, Sainte Devote. If they can do that, they might have a serious chance given Monaco's limited overtaking spots. I think the one to watch here is Hamilton. In P3, he's starting a little farther up than Leclerc, but also has the benefit of the clean side of the grid to help him get off the line faster. Of course, he'll have to make the move stick and then hang on to it. Keeping a Kimi Antonelli in a Silver Arrow who has been driving out of his mind this season behind for an entire race will be a big challenge. But if neither Ferrari can make an early move, barring any weather or goofiness, Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen have the edge. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a248a73ee6011c3f4eb9f07 Rupert Everett exposes his 'lethal' past, admits he was 'slightly sociopathic' during Hollywood golden era te 2026-06-06T21:00:35.927Z Rupert Everett exposes his 'lethal' past, admits he was 'slightly sociopathic' during Hollywood golden era Rupert Everett is looking back on his "slightly sociopathic" past. In a recent interview with The Guardian, the 67-year-old actor discussed his rebellious past, calling himself "Brash. Pushy. Disingenuous. Lethal." "Well, I was lethal. I was just interested in myself and my own pleasure. That’s always lethal. I think I was slightly sociopathic. I was a terrible gossip, and I repeated everything everyone told me. I’d borrow people’s clothes and never give them back," he said. "I don’t know how I justified it to myself. I was lethal." The "Shrek 2" star explained he was very concerned about his "vanity," saying for him, vanity is "a feeling of deep insecurity rather than feeling how fabulous I am." CHARLIE SHEEN ADMITS HE ‘LIT THE FUSE’ THAT BLEW HIS LIFE APART AS TURBULENT PAST RESURFACES He has since left his partying ways behind him, saying that while he thought he would still be clubbing in his 70s, he is "not remotely interested" in any of that. "I’m interested in dust particles and things like that," he said. "I could quite happily sit just watching spring...I love smaller things now, thank God." Not only was he "lethal" to others in his life, he also admits to being careless with his body, telling the outlet "I ruined myself." When looking back at his body when he was younger, noting, "I was wonderful-looking at one point" and had muscles, but admits to going to great lengths to get there. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "I ruined myself. Now I’m almost crippled as a result. I could never be bothered to do all those things, like stretching, which were necessary for lifting weights, because your tendons get tighter and tighter. So boring. I didn’t do any of that. So now my demise will be musculoskeletal, I think." As he has gotten older, Everett admits that while he is "still quite selfish," but less so than when he was younger, adding he is "probably more thoughtful about other people’s spaces," adding, "You have to be when you live with someone." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The actor has been with his wife, Henrique, for 16 years, confirming in August 2024 that the two had officially tied the knot. "As soon as you live with someone, that’s the end of that – otherwise you’d split up after five minutes," he said. "You have to make allowances, give territory." Everett had his breakthrough in the entertainment industry in the 1981 play "Another Country," and later reprised his role in the 1984 film adaptation.  He then gained international stardom in "My Best Friend's Wedding," which earned him a Golden Globe and BAFTA nomination. He later earned another Golden Globe nomination for his role in the 1999 movie, "An Ideal Husband." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a248815ee6011c3f4eb9e89 Social media has absolute field day as Spanish national soccer team arrives in Chattanooga te 2026-06-06T20:50:29.368Z Social media has absolute field day as Spanish national soccer team arrives in Chattanooga The 2026 World Cup is less than a week away, and teams are making their final preparations as they gear up for a run towards soccer's most coveted trophy. As squads from all different nations descend upon North America, it's interesting to see which cities will play host to these national teams. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! The culture shock of a team from the Middle East ending up in Kansas City or the South Korean team making their way through Philly is something many have been looking forward to ever since the news of America being a host nation for the World Cup became a reality in 2022. Soccer fans all over social media got their wish on Saturday, as the Spanish national team made their way through the gem of the Smoky Mountains, Chattanooga, Tennessee, and it's safe to say there was some confusion as to the pairing of team and venue. ARROWHEAD STADIUM LOOKS UNRECOGNIZABLE AS VENUE PREPARES TO HOST FIFA WORLD CUP MATCHES Even the mere thought of a bunch of millionaire soccer players from metropolitan areas in Spain being exposed to East Tennessee is hilarious enough, but seeing their buses being escorted through the streets of downtown Chattanooga on a weekend while 85% of the people in the area couldn't pick some of their best players out of a lineup is a sight to behold. The internet seemed to think so as well, as fans on X had an absolute field day with the videos coming out of the Volunteer State this weekend. Here they are arriving at — gasp — The Embassy Suites in Chattanooga, as posh European soccer fans clutch their pearls that FIFA would dare hole a World Cup-winning nation up in such a fly-by-night establishment. The horror! We also got video of very dedicated fans chanting teenage sensation Lamine Yamal's name as he stepped off the team bus. Hmm, maybe I was wrong about soccer fans in Tennessee. They seem to really know their stuff. It is objectively hysterical thinking about a bunch of Tennessee natives cheering on an 18-year-old from Barcelona, but the game has really evolved in the 32 years since the United States last hosted a World Cup. In all seriousness, it's cool to see these teams arriving in America and this year's World Cup should be a fun one to watch. Here's hoping the Spaniards enjoy their stay in the Smoky Mountains. Be sure to try the barbecue! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2485d2ee6011c3f4eb9e38 NYT panel debates whether Graham Platner is a ‘dirtbag’ or Democrats’ answer to Trump-era politics te 2026-06-06T20:40:50.729Z NYT panel debates whether Graham Platner is a ‘dirtbag’ or Democrats’ answer to Trump-era politics New York Times Opinion panelists on Saturday debated Democrat Graham Platner's Maine U.S. Senate campaign on "The Opinions," asking whether his scandals, outsider image and support ahead of Tuesday's primary show how deeply President Donald Trump has changed voters' expectations for character in politics. "Obviously, he’s not Donald Trump. I mean, he is the gateway drug to Trumpism. Let’s put it this way: If he wins and [Texas Senate candidate James] Talarico loses, the cry across the land, in that Democratic consultant class, will be: ‘Find me more Platners. We need more Platners. These are the guys who know how to win.’ And where have I heard this before?" columnist David French said. The discussion on The New York Times Opinion podcast "The Opinions" centered on Platner’s bid to challenge Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and the repeated controversies surrounding his campaign. Columnist Jamelle Bouie argued that Platner should not be compared directly to Trump, even while describing the Maine candidate in blunt terms. THE GROWING LIST OF CONTROVERSIES THREATENING DEMOCRAT GRAHAM PLATNER'S MAINE SENATE BID "You know, I don’t think it’s fair. And I say that because, so far, what we’ve learned about Platner is that, for lack of a better term, he’s kind of a dirtbag. Just a dirtbaggy kind of guy," Bouie said. Bouie said Platner's flaws placed him closer to Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., than to Trump or Texas Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton. Fetterman successfully campaigned on a more working-class image in his 2022 victory. "That’s versus Trump, who isn’t just a reprehensible person, but is actively engaged in harming other people in his private life, right?" Bouie said. "And I’d say the same for Paxton: not just a slimy guy, but a guy whose modus operandi, as a human being, is to try to dominate the people around him in really ugly ways. And so, I think Platner is more on the John Fetterman continuum than he is on the Trump continuum, which is just kind of dirtbaggy." DEMOCRATIC MAINE SENATE CANDIDATE GRAHAM PLATNER CONFRONTED BY MS NOW HOST ABOUT TATTOO CONTROVERSY French said the problem for Democrats was not just the number of controversies but the pattern they suggested about Platner's judgment. "Yeah. The guy is waving red flags everywhere. It’s like he’s waving flags, ‘Abort, abort. No, don’t do this,’" French said. "Because it’s not just that he has a number of scandals. The nature of them, though, and the way that he’s responded to them, raises the possibility that he’s not the kind of person you would want in the United States Senate, to put it mildly." French said he did not accept Platner's explanation that he did not understand the meaning of his old tattoo, which has Nazi connections. WATCH: PLATNER DOESN'T APOLOGIZE TO PURPLE HEART RECIPIENT, VOTERS WHEN CONFRONTED ON POST MOCKING SOLDIER "No, the guy’s a history buff. The story has been that he’s gone through a tough time. He didn’t know exactly what he was doing," he said. "He’s come out of the tough time. He’s better now. And then we get the sexting scandal. Well, the sexting scandal takes place after he’s married, relatively recently." Moderator Michelle Cottle asked whether character issues that once might have ended a campaign still mattered in a political environment shaped by Trump’s own scandals. "As you’ve noted, with the morality question, Trump has basically blown that up," Cottle said. "When we talk about leadership and character, that’s almost laughable these days." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Bouie said Platner’s appeal may survive because the controversies fit the candidate’s political image as an unpolished outsider rather than undermine it. "Unless these scandals or these revelations, or whatever you want to call them, tip into actual illegality or something extremely unethical," Bouie said. "I’m actually pretty confident he’ll weather all of them, because they are the kind of scandal that reinforces the political persona." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2485bcee6011c3f4eb9e15 OpenAI unveils Lockdown Mode to protect sensitive data from prompt injection attacks te 2026-06-06T20:40:28.240Z OpenAI unveils Lockdown Mode to protect sensitive data from prompt injection attacks Even with Lockdown Mode, ChatGPT could be still vulnerable to prompt injections, but the goal is to reduce the likelihood that sensitive data gets shared in the process. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a247c5dee6011c3f4eb9d41 Andrei Vasilevskiy wins the Vezina Trophy, but not before thinking his car was evidence in a police incident te 2026-06-06T20:00:29.205Z Andrei Vasilevskiy wins the Vezina Trophy, but not before thinking his car was evidence in a police incident Tampa Bay Lightning netminder Andrei Vasilevskiy is so good these days that it seems like him being a Vezina Trophy finalist is kind of a shoo-in. But one of the best back stoppers of the last decade is not immune from being the butt of a joke, and the Lightning decided to have some fun while giving Vasilevskiy his second career Vezina Trophy, awarded to the NHL's best goaltender. And it was the kind of prank that would look right at home on an episode of "Punk'd." ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! ...Remember "Punk'd"?! The NHL has been doing this thing over the last couple of years where they announce all of the award winners early instead of doing it at the NHL Awards. I'm not big on this, and I think the idea is to come up with ways to surprise winners and cook up some sweet, sweet social media content to boot. So, with Vasilevskiy winning the award over Boston's Jeremy Swayman and Islander Ilya Sorokin, the team got creative with how they'd give him the award. HERE ARE THREE NHL GOALIES WHO WERE MASSIVE VEZINA TROPHY FINALIST SNUBS And what better way to do that than by calling in some of Tampa's finest to make him think his car has a large suspicious object in it? I mean, they could give him a Ruth's Chris gift card, but this works too! Nothing like making your goalie break out in a sweat, thinking his car is about to explode before you go, "Nah, bro. Congrats!" My favorite part is when Vasilevskiy said he was relieved that nothing went wrong and he wouldn't have to deal with his insurance company. I felt that. I think we all felt that. Well, congrats to Vasilevskiy. What a year he had. One that included a fight in an outdoor game against Vezina nominee Jeremy Swayman. No other Vezina winner can say that. But where do you go from here? The only thing more extreme would be going for something like another hidden camera prank show, "Scare Tactics". Maybe they make him think he's being abducted by aliens, or that Bigfoot is smashing his mailbox. And what happens if an actual police incident occurs? You don't want him seeing a secure perimeter and a bomb-disposal robot and saying, "Alright, guys — what did I win this time?!" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24732cee6011c3f4eb9bfa Movies in Flagstaff: Film focuses on trailblazing journalist te 2026-06-06T19:21:16.898Z Movies in Flagstaff: Film focuses on trailblazing journalist Movies in Flagstaff Series continues Wednesday, June 10, with the showing of "Steal This Story, Please." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a247317ee6011c3f4eb9bf1 Shaw takes next step on encompassing college basketball journey with transfer to UConn te 2026-06-06T19:20:55.452Z Shaw takes next step on encompassing college basketball journey with transfer to UConn Shaw takes basketball blood and Arizona knowledge to national championship runner-up. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2472fdee6011c3f4eb9bce The best BCS-era college football teams that never played for a national championship te 2026-06-06T19:20:29.292Z The best BCS-era college football teams that never played for a national championship The conversation surrounding college football these days is all about whether or not an expanded playoff is the right move for the health of the sport. Whether the College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams or not remains to be seen, but as a traditionalist, I miss the days of the BCS, when only two teams played for a national championship at the end of the season. It was brutal for a large majority of the country, where one loss put all your team's hopes and dreams on life support, but it made for some insanely dramatic television week in and week out. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! This era gave us some of the best champions in the history of the sport, but it also gave us some all-time teams who never played for a natty who more than deserved a shot. Today, I'll be looking at five of the best teams to never play for a national championship in the BCS era. Obviously, this is a very subjective ranking, so feel free to comment your choices below. 5. 2000 Miami Hurricanes We all remember the 2001 Miami Hurricanes as one of the greatest college teams ever assembled, boasting a litany of NFL Draft picks on both sides of the ball like Andre Johnson, Clinton Portis and Ed Reed just to name a few, but what many people don't know is that the 2000 edition of that squad was just as good and may have gotten robbed of a rightful spot in the title game. Heading into the new millennium, the Canes were a preseason top-five outfit, looking to finally put it all together after head coach Butch Davis had rebuilt the program with elite recruiting classes throughout the late 90s. 2000 was supposed to be the year it all clicked, but an early-season loss to the Washington Huskies put those dreams on hold. Davis and the Hurricanes stayed the course throughout the year, though, winning the rest of their games on the schedule including a thriller over No. 1 Florida State and a blowout against second-ranked Virginia Tech. Miami had the resume to excuse that week two loss to Washington, but in the final BCS ranking of the season, the Canes finished third, dashing their chances of competing for a title. What makes that pill even harder to swallow is that archrival Florida State went on to play in the BCS National Championship despite the loss to the Hurricanes in October. A Sugar Bowl beatdown of SEC champion and rival Florida only strengthened their argument that they were jobbed, but it fell on deaf ears as the Canes had to settle for finishing the season at No. 2. The only thing that makes this less egregious is that Miami won a title the very next year, albeit without Jones, the architect behind the budding dynasty. 4. 2004 Auburn Tigers Anyone who thinks the SEC always got the benefit of the doubt when it came to playing for national championships clearly wasn't around for the 2004 college football season. Heading into that year, Auburn head coach Tommy Tuberville was on the hot seat after a lackluster 2003 campaign that started with a top-10 preseason ranking only to finish completely outside the polls. Not many people were expecting much from the Tigers, but Tuberville rode the three-headed backfield monster of quarterback Jason Campbell and running backs Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams to a perfect regular season including three wins over top-10 teams. Even after taking down Tennessee and winning the SEC, though, Auburn was left out of the BCS title game, ceding the floor to USC and Oklahoma. The Tigers would head to the Sugar Bowl by way of conference tie-ins, and while another top-10 victory over Virginia Tech in New Orleans would sway several other pollsters to rank Auburn as the top team in the land, the big ones that counted awarded the Trojans with the crystal football instead. WHICH TEAMS HAVE THE TOUGHEST STRENGTH OF SCHEDULE HEADING INTO COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON? Over two decades later, the Tigers' administration finally recognized their 2004 team as national champions, and while I'm normally opposed to programs hanging phony banners (what's up, UCF), this one feels more than justified. This is classic BCS madness and one of the biggest arrows in the quiver of the powers that be eventually abolishing the two-team system. 3. 2001 Florida Gators Call me a homer if you want, but I came armed with some facts to back up this "baseless homerism." As we discussed above, the 2001 Hurricanes were one of the best teams of all time, but their championship matchup against Nebraska, a team that didn't even win its conference, left much to be desired. Their opponent in that title game should have been none other than Steve Spurrier and the Florida Gators. The 2001 Gators actually entered the season as the No. 1 team in the country, with a roster full of future NFL players like defensive end Alex Brown and wide receiver Jabar Gaffney in addition to Heisman hopeful Rex Grossman. ALL-TIME TALENT, ZERO TITLES: THE MOST UNDERACHIEVING FRANCHISES IN NORTH AMERICAN SPORTS They even carried that top ranking into a night game on the road against Auburn, but without All-American running back Earnest Graham, who was nursing an ankle injury, Florida struggled to move the ball consistently and lost by a field goal. With their title hopes on the fritz, the Gators rattled off four-straight wins, three of which came against top-20 teams, setting up a showdown against top-five Tennessee in The Swamp. If you're wondering why a game usually played on the third Saturday in September is taking place at the end of the season, I'd like to point out the year this took place. The Florida-Tennessee game was supposed to happen on Sept. 15, 2001, just four days after the 9/11 terrorist attacks that rocked the nation. As a result, the matchup was moved to the first weekend in December, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise for the visiting Vols. Graham was once again unavailable due to an ankle injury sustained against FSU, and the Gators were sunk by just two points at home, missing out on the SEC Championship Game. LSU would upset the Volunteers the very next week, though it's worth noting Florida bludgeoned that same Tigers team to the tune of 44 points and over 600 yards earlier that season. The Gators would go on to win the Orange Bowl that year, lighting up the scoreboard in the process and leaving fans wondering "what if?" Many Gator fans believe this was Spurrier's best team after the 1996 championship squad, and although I can't say whether they would have beaten Miami or not, they at least deserved a shot. 2. 2007 West Virginia Mountaineers I've talked about this team in detail before, but the 2007 West Virginia Mountaineers are one of, if not the best team to never have a shot at a national title. To the naked eye, this looks like a classic case of "had their chance and blew it." Carrying the nation's best rushing offense and a No. 2 ranking in the BCS polls heading into their regular season finale against Pitt, the Mountaineers were a four-touchdown favorite over their rivals to the north. FIVE OF THE MOST SHOCKING UPSETS IN SPORTS HISTORY, FROM MICHIGAN-APP STATE TO VIRGINIA-UMBC West Virginia was coming off a 66-21 beatdown over a top-20 Connecticut team, and had all the momentum on their side. It helped that they had the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in their backfield, with Pat White, Steve Slaton, Noel Devine and Owen Schmitt running roughshod over the country all season long. That rushing attack was ground to a screeching halt, though, as Pitt came into Morgantown and upset the Mountaineers by the now infamous 13-9 scoreline. West Virginia coughed up the ball five times and had under 200 yards of total offense as they saw their title hopes evaporate into the cold mountain sky. They would go on to dismantle Oklahoma in the Fiesta Bowl a month later, lending more credence to the theory that they were one of the most deserving national title contenders in the country. What makes this even more tragic is that the LSU Tigers would end up winning the whole thing in 2007 with two losses. If there was ever a year that needed a playoff system, 2007 was it, and West Virginia would have been one of the most feared teams in the field that postseason. Alas, it was never meant to be, and Mountaineer fans still wake up in cold sweats thinking about this potential title that slipped through the cracks. 1. 2011 Oklahoma State Cowboys If you're looking for an example of "late stage BCS," the 2011 season is the perfect microcosm of why the two-team system was eventually torn down. The Oklahoma State Cowboys were offensive juggernauts throughout much of the year, scoring at least 50 in four different Big 12 matchups. Their aerial assault was paced by quarterback Brandon Weeden and wide receiver Justin Blackmon in addition to offensive coordinator and future NFL head coach Todd Monken. Everything was going swimmingly for the Cowboys until the day before their penultimate conference game, when a tragic plane crash took the lives of women's basketball coaches Kurt Budke and Miranda Serna. The crash shook Oklahoma State's campus, and the football team was emotionally shaken heading into their road game in Ames, Iowa. Those emotions reared their head as the Cowboys lost in double overtime to Iowa State, leaving the door open for a very controversial rematch between LSU and Alabama in the BCS Championship Game. Fans argued that the Crimson Tide, who lost in overtime to the Tigers, didn't deserve a shot at redemption as they didn't even make it to their conference championship game. Oklahoma State would go on to dismantle top-10 Oklahoma to close out the regular season, but that final cherry on top of their historic campaign wasn't enough to sway the BCS polls, as the Cowboys were relegated to a Fiesta Bowl appearance for their efforts. Even after an overtime win against a top-five, Andrew Luck-led Stanford team, the best the 'Boys could muster was a Colley Matrix national title. Close, but no cigar. This was the final controversy that led to the end of the BCS, and it's easy to see why Oklahoma State fans felt robbed of a fair shot, especially given the circumstances. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2470b8ee6011c3f4eb9b76 Pennsylvania AG explains why state leads nation in Medicaid fraud convictions while others battle mass schemes te 2026-06-06T19:10:48.407Z Pennsylvania AG explains why state leads nation in Medicaid fraud convictions while others battle mass schemes Pennsylvania's Republican Attorney General Dave Sunday detailed how his state has become number one in the country in convicting Medicaid fraudsters in an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital. "As you know, in Pennsylvania we had the most Medicaid fraud convictions in the entire country last year. And the reason for that is because of how aggressively we investigate and prosecute these cases," Sunday told Fox News Digital. "We have an absolute moral duty to protect the most vulnerable amongst us. And one of the ways we can do that is making sure that the resources that are meant to go to them actually get to them," he continued. Amid a strong push from the White House to investigate and prosecute fraud nationwide — demonstrated through Vice President JD Vance's White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud — Medicaid fraud in particular has come into the spotlight. I'M OHIO'S STATE AUDITOR — MEDICAID FRAUD IS NOT JUST A WASHINGTON PROBLEM In May, Vance's task force announced an indictment in a $46.6 million Minnesota Medicaid fraud scheme that Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called the "largest autism fraud bust in American history." And as high-profile fraud busts involving foreign nationals in Minnesota, California and other blue states increasingly highlight the prevalence of social service scams, Sunday's efforts in a purple state stand out especially. Key to Sunday's nation-leading conviction rate, he told Fox News Digital, is the emphasis his office places on collaboration, including with his state's Democratic governor, Josh Shapiro. "We collaborate on a lot of issues, and this is one of those issues that our offices do collaborate on. The State Inspector General's Office works with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General to make sure that we receive those complaints, and then we take them and we run with them," Sunday explained. In 2025, HHS's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) ranked Pennsylvania's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit number one in total fraud charges filed against individuals, while ranking Pennsylvania number three in total fraud convictions for the fiscal year 2024. For fiscal year 2025, the OIG ranked Pennsylvania third in charges and first in total convictions, suggesting a marked improvement in conviction efficiency. "The reason why we are so successful and the reason the states that are successful are is because they're working as a team together. This is much greater than any individual office," Sunday told Fox News Digital. FINAL WALZ FRAUD REPORT RIPS ‘CULTURE OF TOLERANCE’ AS MINNESOTA TAXPAYERS FACE BILLIONS IN ALLEGED LOSSES "You have to work hard as an office. You have to collaborate with your federal partners, your local partners, your state partners. You have work with the different service providers. This has to be an all hands on deck effort where you collaborate and coordinate with everyone humanly possible. And that's not just to get the successful prosecutions, but it's to get their referrals. People have to know what to look for," he continued. His collaborative efforts, combined with vigilance, have prevented Pennsylvania from falling into the same trap as Minnesota, which had the seventh most fraud convictions in 2025, according to the HHS-OIG. "The goal is to not let those criminal enterprises take root. That is the way that you have to do this to make sure that it doesn't turn into a Minnesota. That's how you have do it. You have to stay ahead of it. Every step of the way. You can't ever let it grow. You have to watch it when it happens. And you have to make sure that you prioritize these cases, because as an AG, your time and efforts could go to a million different places. But when you're like here in Pennsylvania, we are hyper focused on community safety," Sunday said. SEC SCOTT BESSENT: HOW TO STOP FRAUD IN MINNESOTA—AND ACROSS THE COUNTRY He highlighted the need for collaboration, especially considering the cross-border and transnational efforts of many convicted fraudsters. The women convicted in the Minnesota autism fraud bust notably were sending millions of dollars in fraudulently obtained Medicaid payments back to their families in Kenya, prosecutors said. "Remember, criminal enterprises, they don't care about borders and they don't pick and choose what jurisdiction that they're only going to stick to. And so collaboration can't know borders either. So we work with other states. We work across the country with other AG's offices. We do everything we can to identify these cases and then hold these actors accountable because what'll happen is a lot of times these cases will span multiple states. And so if you have an organization or a criminal enterprise that is operating in one state, there's a good chance they're operating in another state as well. And so when we can come together and work as a team, that allows us to be able to have even greater impact." Sunday praised Vance's task force as a valuable focal point to catalyze statewide anti-fraud efforts. JD VANCE'S TASK FORCE FLAGS NEARLY $6.3B IN GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS GOING TO POTENTIALLY FRAUDULENT BUSINESSES "I'm very thankful for the Vice President. I'm thankful for Vice President Vance and for his efforts in bringing everyone together and to sort of create a hub and spoke model where we all can work together and collaborate because that's the only way that these cases are gonna be solved," Sunday said. He also highlighted cases his office had prosecuted in recent months as part of their efforts. "We had a huge conviction this year with the Broad Street Family Pharmacy in Philadelphia. And these are individuals that were billing Medicaid up to $12 million for expensive medications that oftentimes they didn't even obtain, let alone give to someone who needed that medication to stay alive. And so those are the type of cases we have to really go after, because when they are making that much money, if we don't get involved, if we didn't investigate it, they're just gonna keep doing it," he told Fox News Digital. DR. OZ SAYS TAXPAYERS FOOTING $14 BILLION BILL FOR MEDICAID FRAUD WHILE ELIGIBLE PATIENTS STRUGGLE FOR CARE In that case, the state charged nine people in a sprawling alleged scheme that prosecutors say included fraudulent claims for HIV drugs and antipsychotic medications, as well as a pill purchasing kickback plot. The alleged scheme's ringleaders — Peter Dello Buono and Frank Bengermino — were sentenced to between 1.5 and five years in prison and ordered to pay $12.25 million in restitution. Five of the other seven plead guilty to various charges, while the remaining two have pending cases. That $12.25 million is almost equal to the amount of federal funding that Pennsylvania's Medicaid Fraud unit got in 2025. An HHS grant that composes three quarters of the state's Medicaid fraud unit funding comes in at roughly $12.8 million. Sunday also revealed that the Medicaid fraud unit recovers over four times the amount of money it spends on investigations. "For every dollar spent in our Medicaid section, we recover $4.64. So think about that investment. For every dollar we spend, we recover $4.64 through our investigations and convictions. And I go back to the convictions because you can obtain restitution through sentences and through convictions. And if you can't get those convictions, then you're gonna leave a lot of that money with the bad actors that you can get back to taxpayers," he told Fox News Digital. In addition to busting blatant fraud schemes, Sunday's office also prosecutes neglect and abuse cases that involve Medicaid claimants. "Some of these cases, especially the abuse and neglect cases are some of the absolute most horrific cases that any prosecutor sees. I'm a career prosecutor. I've been doing this for a long time. And when you see services that are supposed to be rendered that aren't and you see individuals that are seniors, that are suffering in pain as a result of it, those are cases that those individuals need to not just be charged, but they need to be convicted," he said. DOGE’S MEDICAID DATA DUMP AIMS TO EXPOSE FRAUD — BUT PRIVACY AND LEGAL HURDLES LOOM He pointed to the case of Kelly R. Gonzalez, a personal care administrator who a jury convicted on two counts of felony neglect in February when she failed to refill a care home resident's seizure medication leading to his 2021 seizure death. "The defendant in this case, Gonzalez, was tasked with overseeing the prescribing of medication in this home. One of her jobs was making sure that residents received the prescribed medications," Sunday said. "There was a resident in that home, the victim, who did not receive the prescribed seizure medication. And the defendant, in this case, Gonzales, found out about it and still didn't provide the medication." According to witness testimony, two of Gonzalez's colleagues informed her that her patient needed a refill, but she still failed to get his medication refilled. "Apparently the victim in that case went 10 days without medication, and obviously when you're taking serious medication, life-saving medication and you go 10 days without it, then there can be serious ramifications," Sunday told Fox News Digital. "So as a result of that, the victim in this case died," he concluded. Fox News Digital contacted the White House and Shapiro's office for additional comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2470a2ee6011c3f4eb9b58 C.I.A. Officer Found With Gold Bars Said to Have Created Fake Spy Program te 2026-06-06T19:10:26.334Z C.I.A. Officer Found With Gold Bars Said to Have Created Fake Spy Program A federal judge has ruled that David Rush, the C.I.A. employee, must remain in detention. U.S. officials say Mr. Rush funneled millions in federal funds to himself. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246c1dee6011c3f4eb9b15 Witnesses in Karmelo Anthony murder trial confirm Austin Metcalf's words immediately after attack te 2026-06-06T18:51:09.287Z Witnesses in Karmelo Anthony murder trial confirm Austin Metcalf's words immediately after attack Harrowing new witness testimony shed light on the desperate final moments of 17-year-old Texas high school athlete Austin Metcalf's life following a fatal April 2025 stabbing at a crowded track meet. Taking the stand Saturday during the high-profile trial, a recently graduated 18-year-old from Memorial High School broke down in tears as he recounted the chaotic aftermath of the attack, testifying that he heard Metcalf "screaming for help." A second witness, a 16-year-old Memorial High School student from the class of 2027, told the court that immediately after the attack, some of Metcalf’s final words were, "he f------ stabbed me." SURVEILLANCE VIDEO SHOWS FATAL STABBING OF AUSTIN METCALF AT TEXAS TRACK MEET, OFFICIALS SAY The new emotional accounts build on earlier testimony from another student who recalled hearing Metcalf say, "Oh my God," as the reality of the stabbing set in. Karmelo Anthony, 19, faces a first-degree murder charge for the death of Metcalf, who was unable to be resuscitated by high school staff who attempted CPR as he lost consciousness. He later died at a local hospital. Anthony has pleaded not guilty to the charge, with his defense team maintaining that he acted in a "split second of fear and chaos" and stabbed Metcalf in self-defense, Fox News Digital previously reported. According to background details presented by prosecutors, the deadly encounter was sparked by a dispute over seating at the track meet.  Multiple witnesses testified that Anthony arrived uninvited and sat down inside the Memorial High School team tent. Fellow students reportedly asked Anthony to leave the tent as many as 15 times, but he allegedly refused. TRAIN ATTACK VIDEO REIGNITES FURY OVER WITHHELD FOOTAGE OF AUSTIN METCALF KILLING As the situation escalated, witnesses testified that Anthony warned Metcalf, telling him, "Touch me and find out," and "Touch me, see what happens." During the confrontation, Anthony sat with a backpack on his lap and one hand inside it, leading some students to warn Metcalf not to touch him because they suspected he was gripping a concealed weapon. The verbal dispute turned physical when Metcalf reportedly shoved or touched Anthony, prompting Anthony to stand up and stab the high school captain with a 3.5-inch folding knife. Witnesses on Saturday described Anthony as "the aggressor," noting Metcalf was "unwilling to fight." ACCUSED AUSTIN METCALF KILLER WON'T FACE DEATH PENALTY OR LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE: DA Body-camera footage and officer testimony revealed that a cooperative Anthony made admissions to police immediately following the incident.  "I'm not alleged. I did it," Anthony allegedly told a responding school resource officer. He then repeatedly defended his actions to the police, saying, "He put his hands on me. I told him not to." Fox News' Peter Cuddihy and Fox News Digital's Stepheny Price contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246c09ee6011c3f4eb9b0c Starbucks bringing back viral menu item despite 2017 barista revolt: 'May God save us all' te 2026-06-06T18:50:49.371Z Starbucks bringing back viral menu item despite 2017 barista revolt: 'May God save us all' Starbucks confirmed to Fox News Digital that its viral Unicorn Frappuccino Blended Beverage will be returning to its coffeehouses for one weekend later this summer at a date yet to be announced. Starbucks originally released the drink for five days in April 2017 and caused a frenzy as people rushed to their local Starbucks to get the drink and post about it on social media. The hashtag #unicornfrappuccino racked up more than 150,000 posts on Instagram in 2017, with more on other social-media platforms, the Los Angeles Times reported. In April 2026, Starbucks sponsored the Coachella music festival and announced it would be serving the Unicorn Frap, which it called "an icon," a "fan-favorite" and a "viral sensation," at the event for a few hours each day. Starbucks’ description of the drink at its launch was, "A sweet dusting of pink powder, blended into a crème Frappuccino with mango syrup and layered with a pleasantly sour blue drizzle. It is finished with vanilla whipped cream and a sprinkle of sweet pink and sour blue powder topping," KCUR/NPR reported. AS STARBUCKS CHANGES OPEN-DOOR POLICY, 5 OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT WORLD'S LARGEST COFFEE CHAIN Starbucks upped the intrigue of the Unicorn Frap further by announcing it came with "a bit of magic" and would change from pink to purple and from sweet and fruity to tangy and tart as it was stirred. "The more swirl, the more the beverage’s color and flavors transform," the coffee company said. The buzz the Unicorn Frappuccino initially created also came with backlash from baristas who complained about how labor-intensive and messy it was to make and about the strain of so many customers ordering it. Those same sentiments are surfacing as the drink is scheduled for its comeback. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "I have never made so many Frappuccinos in my entire life," barista Braden Burson said in a viral rant posted to Twitter in 2017. "My hands are completely sticky, I have unicorn crap all in my hair and on my nose. I have never been so stressed out in my entire life. If you love us as baristas, don’t order it." The Reddit forum, "Day 1 of Unicorn Frappuccino and I wanna die" drew hundreds of reactions the year the Unicorn Frap debuted. "We're almost out of the blue mucus," wrote one Redditor. "Our cold bar counter is bright purple. One of our blenders shattered while making a unicorn with extra unicorn s***. One of my partners is screaming." "I picked up a shift after my first one today for the hours. I’ve never regretted anything more. Send help," wrote another. Several others celebrated the prospect of running out of ingredients early each day. In another Reddit forum, "Was the Unicorn Frappuccino that terrible?" one user wrote that the stores weren’t sent enough supplies and were understaffed for the volume of people ordering the drink. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "It caused a lot of drama at our store," the Redditor wrote. "People, adults...some adult men cried y'all. I was cursed out. People would literally be in the drive-thru cursing at me. The phone wouldn't stop ringing for WEEKS." "The drink wasn't hard to make, it was the making of hundreds as the customer hordes fell upon our unmanned floors," wrote another. Several Reddit users compared the frap's flavor to a sour candy. One wrote the drink was "enjoyable in the sense that a Warhead candy is enjoyable." In announcing the Unicorn Frappuccino was back, Coachella Magazine wrote in April that it "might become one of the most talked-about drops of the weekend." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "Bright, over-the-top and built for social media, it’s the kind of drink that doubles as an accessory," the magazine said. It also warned festival-goers to expect long lines "once word gets out" and to arrive early if the hyped drink was on their list. "One weekend only, the Unicorn Frappuccino. May God save us all," a Redditor wrote on a post announcing the frap’s slated return. "All Starbucks baristas will be ‘sick’ that weekend," remarked someone else. Starbucks told Fox News Digital that the company is committed to providing the training and support partners need to prepare the Unicorn Frappuccino confidently and deliver an exceptional experience for customers. According to the company, partners have given positive feedback to the Unicorn Frappuccino announcement, and they’re expecting a smooth launch. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246bf5ee6011c3f4eb9b03 World War II veteran reveals 1-word feeling before D-Day 82 years later te 2026-06-06T18:50:29.370Z World War II veteran reveals 1-word feeling before D-Day 82 years later World War II veteran Arthur Rose read a letter written a few days after June 6, 1944, at a Saturday ceremony in Normandy, France, as part of a commemoration of the 82 years since D-Day. "Dear mom and dad and kids, About a month before we landed, I had a feeling I might be part of the invasion. I couldn't quite believe, though, that I would. I kept thinking, what could I possibly do in an invasion? Pull engines in the middle of a battle? I figured men like me would come along afterwards — after they cleared the wreckage and the damage had passed," Rose read to the crowd. "But two weeks before D-Day, I was told I would go along and do whatever I could. We had moved to the assault port. Thousands of ships and landing craft of every description filled the harbor. Everyone worked day and night preparing fuel, provisions, ammunition and secret material. Everything was checked and rechecked and checked again. You can imagine the confusion and activity," he continued. "Then came the day we began loading supplies for the invasion: food, blankets, ammunition, and all the countless things that would be needed once the men landed in France. We knew then the invasion could not be far. Then came the word: D-Day will be June 6th," Rose read. WORLD WAR II VETERANS TRAVEL TO NORMANDY FOR EMOTIONAL D-DAY COMMEMORATION "I can't describe the feeling exactly. It wasn't fear, and it wasn't excitement. Just a funny feeling — nervousness, expectancy, and wondering what was going to happen next. Then we sailed. The sea was rough, windy, and miserable. I was seasick most of the time. Everyone expected bombing, submarines, battleships, and all hell to break loose at any moment. But the first attempt was called off because the sea was too rough, and we returned to the harbor. That was a real letdown," Rose continued to read. "The next day, we sailed again. Near the coast of France, we could see flashes in the distance and hear the explosions continuously. In went the landing craft. We expected terrible destruction, as there was shelling, and men died. But not all of us," he read. "Then our work truly began: back and forth, day and night, bringing in equipment, medical supplies, and ammunition. What had once been just another stretch of French coast had suddenly become a vast harbor filled with hundreds of ships and thousands of men." At this point, Arthur stopped reading and said aloud, "I don't remember writing this," before continuing. "I will always be grateful to my commander for taking me along. Don't worry about me. I am well, and whole, and happy. Love, Art," he concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246743ee6011c3f4eb9a40 Kelly Dodd fires back at cancel culture, says she's treated like 'an outcast' in Hollywood te 2026-06-06T18:30:27.940Z Kelly Dodd fires back at cancel culture, says she's treated like 'an outcast' in Hollywood Kelly Dodd says she's still paying the price for speaking her mind. The former "Real Housewives of Orange County" star, who calls herself socially liberal but fiscally conservative, is sounding off on cancel culture, political division and the backlash that has followed her for years, saying she feels isolated for refusing to conform. "I feel like if you don't believe along the same lines they do, they don't like you … I feel like I am an outcast," Dodd said on Jamie Kennedy's podcast. KELLY DODD CLAIMS SHE WAS FIRED FROM 'REAL HOUSEWIVES' BECAUSE SHE'S CONSERVATIVE She added, "I feel that I'm getting politically discriminated against." The reality television personality, who was fired from "Real Housewives" in 2021 after making controversial remarks about the COVID-19 pandemic and being accused of mocking the Black Lives Matter movement, suggested that ideological differences have become increasingly divisive in America, claiming that those with opposing viewpoints are often treated differently. "It's like rules for me but not for thee again," Dodd said. While criticizing what she sees as growing intolerance from the left, Dodd maintained that she respects the rights of people who disagree with her. "If you're a Democrat and you believe in all these things, I don't hate you," she said. "I respect your view. I don't hate you because you lean — you like the policies ... That's your right as an American to feel that way. I don't politically hate you for that." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "But they hate anyone that doesn't think along the lines as them. So it's just so hypocritical. The hypocrisy is real, and I just don't understand that." Dodd also spoke about her time living abroad, and how things she saw during her time in China seem similar to things she's seeing in the U.S. today. WHITNEY CUMMINGS CALLS OUT LIBERAL HYPOCRISY ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND VACCINE MANDATES DURING PODCAST APPEARANCE "I was always a Democrat, my whole life, and then I moved to China and I saw how you're not allowed to speak freely," she said. "On Facebook, they would just watch every one of your moves. And I feel like this is where we're going. We're going into socialist communism territory, I'm telling you right now." Dodd continued by drawing a comparison to developments she believes are occurring in the United States. "And that's what's happening now to our country. Our civil liberties are taken away from us that you don't even realize are happening," she said. "I think once you move away to a communist country, then you realize those policies are being inflicted right now in real time, and it's really freaking scary," she said. "I have changed my perspective on policy … those policies don't work," Dodd said. Her latest remarks come years after she found herself at the center of controversy over social media posts that sparked fierce criticism online. In May 2022, the "Real Housewives of Orange County" alum drew backlash after sharing a message on X comparing discussions about school security following the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting to security measures implemented after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The post read: "After 9-11 we didn’t ban planes. We secured the cockpits. Secure the schools." The post quickly sparked criticism from social media users, with some arguing that increased school security was not an adequate substitute for changes to gun laws. Following the backlash, Dodd clarified her position in a subsequent post. "I NEVER said we shouldn't have STRICTER gun laws," she wrote at the time. "I believe we should do a BETTER job of keeping WEAPONS out of the hands of CRIMINALS & the MENTALLY ill." She added, "In the meantime, while these people have GUNS & CAN STILL BUY THEM, we need to BETTER PROTECT OUR KIDS." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246500ee6011c3f4eb99e7 Toronto Tempo look to use home court edge against Chicago Sky in battle of flawed WNBA rosters te 2026-06-06T18:20:48.480Z Toronto Tempo look to use home court edge against Chicago Sky in battle of flawed WNBA rosters It is a bit of a sad day. We don't have any NHL or NBA Playoff games to enjoy tonight. The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights played last night, and there was an extra travel day for the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks who play Game 3 tomorrow. That leaves us with baseball and women's basketball, but that isn't a complaint. Those bets cash the same as any other. The Chicago Sky are just 4-6 for the season, and were able to grab a win on Friday night, taking down the lowly Connecticut Sun. The Sky are universally considered one of the worst-run franchises in the sport, but I'll give them a bit of credit for at least building a roster with some solid veterans on the team. They added players like Skylar Diggins, who is leading them in points and assists. Natasha Cloud provides solid defense, and Rickea Jackson was playing very well before injury. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Still, you need to wonder what the team is actually searching for this season. At best, they will make the playoffs, but will probably be eliminated without any real shot at winning. At worst, they will finish too high to get a draft pick, but too low to make the playoffs. That is basketball franchise hell. Kamilla Cardoso is the only highly drafted player that the Sky have kept. The rest of the roster looks like pieces they just randomly picked up and hope it works. The Toronto Tempo is in its first year of existence, so expectations are pretty low for them. They have reason to believe there can be success, though. The Golden State Valkyries, for example, made the postseason in their inaugural season last year. They have a solid backcourt in Brittney Sykes and Marina Mabrey. Both have traveled around the league quite a bit, but are combining to average almost 40 points per game for the Tempo. The rest of the roster is fine as well. You're not going to get overly excited about a lot of the players, but they have some good talent in women like Nyara Sabally and even Kia Nurse. It feels like the team is just very inconsistent, which makes sense considering they are built from discarded pieces of other franchises. In 10 games this season, they either win, or they lose by 10+ points. Their first two losses of the season were by three and four points, respectively, but the past three have been by 28, 19 and 15. The Chicago Sky are not the type of team that will blow you out. They are good, but they aren't great. I don't know that they need everything to go right to win the game, but they do need Cardoso and Diggins to be heavily involved in the game to influence a win. The Tempo can almost always count on either Mabrey or Sykes to be their leading scorer. If both get going in the game, they can compete with almost anyone. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Mabrey used to be on the Sky, and I am not sure it was a very positive experience. She may hold a grudge against them and be ready to rock them tonight. I think the Sky are better defensively, and the rebounding advantage might be on their side. However, I think the Tempo, who have been resting since Wednesday, should have the offensive edge and home-court advantage. In a close one like this, give me the Tempo to cover the -1.5 spread. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2464e9ee6011c3f4eb99c0 What to expect from WWDC 2026: Siri’s highly anticipated revamp and Apple Intelligence updates te 2026-06-06T18:20:25.450Z What to expect from WWDC 2026: Siri’s highly anticipated revamp and Apple Intelligence updates Apple's WWDC nears: Here's what you can look forward to. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2462b9ee6011c3f4eb9982 Why scammers target retirees in a 6-week summer window te 2026-06-06T18:11:05.366Z Why scammers target retirees in a 6-week summer window Summer feels like freedom. Maybe you have grandchildren visiting, a road trip on the calendar or a beach rental already booked. Scammers see summer differently. For them, it can be one of the best times of year to target retirees. The six-week stretch from Memorial Day weekend to the Fourth of July creates a dangerous mix. Retirees are booking trips, using hotel Wi-Fi, posting vacation photos and spending more time away from home. At the same time, adult children may be busy with camp schedules, cookouts and travel plans, which can make it harder for families to spot trouble quickly. That timing does not happen by accident. It gives scammers a playbook. They can use fake rentals, grandparent scams, public Wi-Fi traps and holiday distractions to make their attacks feel more believable. Here's how that six-week summer fraud window works, what scammers may be watching for and how you can protect yourself before they reach you. INSIDE A SCAMMER’S DAY AND HOW THEY TARGET YOU Your phone holds your email, passwords, photos, banking apps and personal data. In this free, live online class, Kurt the CyberGuy will walk you step by step through simple phone security fixes you can do in real time. You’ll learn how to improve your privacy settings, spot the latest phone scams, use trusted security tools and walk away with a simple checklist to stay protected. Register here:CyberGuyLive.com Scammers look for routines they can predict. Summer gives them plenty. Retirees may be booking trips, visiting family, checking accounts from the road and spending more time away from home. They may also post vacation photos before they return, which can reveal where they are and when their home may be empty. Family schedules can also get harder to track. Grandchildren may be out of school, adult children may be juggling camps and holiday plans, and a fake emergency can sound more believable when everyone's routine has changed. That mix gives scammers several openings at once. A fake rental can catch someone before a trip starts. A grandparent scam can create panic. A public Wi-Fi network can steal logins. A holiday weekend can make families harder to reach. That is the window scammers try to use. Here's what their six-week calendar can look like. 10 SIGNS YOUR PERSONAL DATA IS BEING SOLD ONLINE Before you pack a bag, scammers may already have fake vacation listings ready to go. Starting as early as April, fraud operations can post fake rentals on platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist. The listing may show a lake cabin, an ocean-view condo or a beach house in the Carolinas priced just below market. The photos may come from a real property. The reviews may look convincing. The "host" may sound friendly and quick to respond. By Memorial Day weekend, those listings may be live and waiting for travelers. The FTC reported that travel, vacation and timeshare fraud led to $274 million in reported consumer losses in 2024. FTC data also shows older fraud victims often reported higher median losses overall, with people ages 70-79 reporting a $1,000 median loss and those 80 and over reporting $1,650. HOW SCAMMERS TARGET YOU EVEN WITHOUT SOCIAL MEDIA Here's how the scam works: You find the listing. You message the host. They're warm, responsive, and quick to reply. Then comes the ask: pay outside the platform. Wire transfer. Zelle. Gift cards. "The system is having trouble processing cards right now." You pay. You arrive at your destination and discover the house doesn't exist, is already occupied, or belongs to a completely different owner who has never heard of your booking. What they're collecting this week: Your email address. Your phone number. Your travel dates and destination. How many people are traveling with you. Which payment method you were willing to use. All of it goes into a profile that will be used again before summer ends. This is the week professional scammers have been waiting for all year. The grandparent scam — a criminal posing as a grandchild trapped in an emergency — has a very specific seasonal pattern. It spikes when school ends. SPRING CLEAN YOUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT: WHY RETIREES ARE SCAM TARGETS The reason is behavioral, not calendar-based. When grandchildren are in school, grandparents know their schedule. They know where their grandkids are on a Tuesday afternoon. But the moment summer starts, all of that predictability disappears. A grandchild could be on a road trip. Camping in Colorado. Flying to visit a college roommate. Anywhere. That unpredictability is exactly what a scammer needs to make a fake emergency feel real. The call goes something like this: "Grandma, it's me. I'm in trouble. I was in a car accident and I'm stuck in [city]. My phone got damaged. Please don't call Mom and Dad-I don't want to worry them. I just need $2,000 to get out of here. Can you help?" In 2024, the FTC reported that impersonation scams, of which grandparent scams are a major category, resulted in almost $3 billion in losses. Victims aged 60 and over were disproportionately affected. Here's what most people never realize: The scammer the scammer already knows your grandchild's name before they dial. Their age. Roughly where they might be traveling this summer. They got it from data broker sites, family Facebook posts, and genealogy platforms your family has been building for years. The "emergency" isn't random. It's researched. What they’re collecting this week: Whether a family emergency makes you act quickly, which payment method you might use and whether you followed the "don’t tell your parents" instruction. If you kept the call secret once, scammers may see you as someone they can target again later in the summer. By mid-June, vacation photos start filling social feeds. Beach sunsets. Grandkids at the pool. "Finally made it to Yellowstone!" A dinner photo from a waterfront restaurant 900 miles from home. To friends and family, those posts are memories. To scammers, they can become clues. Here's what a scammer may learn from one public vacation post: GENEALOGY BOOM EXPOSES PERSONAL DATA SCAMMERS CAN EXPLOIT This information does not stay on one post. Public photos, captions and comments can get scraped, saved and connected to other personal details already online. By the time you get home, scammers may know where you went, who traveled with you and roughly when you returned. What they're collecting this week: Your location, travel timeline, family connections, routine changes and financial clues. Scammers can use that information to make future calls, texts or emails feel more personal. Airports, hotel lobbies, resort pools and marina restaurants often have one thing in common: free Wi-Fi. That convenience can also create risk. One common threat is an "evil twin" attack. A scammer sets up a fake Wi-Fi network with a name that looks almost identical to the real one. For example, you might see "Marriott_Guest" instead of the hotel's official network or "Airport_Free_WiFi" instead of the legitimate airport connection. On a small phone screen, those names can look convincing. If you connect to the fake network, scammers may be able to monitor your activity or try to capture sensitive information. That can include passwords, email logins, account details or information entered while using banking, credit card or payment apps. This can be especially risky when you are away from home. You may check your bank account more often, watch for fraud alerts, review travel charges or pay a bill that comes due during your trip. That means you may be handling sensitive information at the exact moment public Wi-Fi risk goes up. Tourist-heavy areas can add another layer of risk because people often connect quickly without checking the network name carefully. What they're collecting this week: Login details, email access, banking clues and account information. Scammers may not use that information right away. They may save it and try again weeks later, when you are home and your guard has dropped. The Fourth of July can create one of the riskiest moments in the summer fraud calendar. For scammers, the holiday brings a predictable distraction window. Families may be spread out, busy with cookouts or traveling between gatherings. Adult children may be focused on their own kids and plans. Older relatives may spend time alone before or after the main celebration. That can make it harder to quickly confirm whether an emergency call or text feels real. FBI WARNS EMAIL USERS AS HOLIDAY SCAMS SURGE This is when impersonation scams can hit harder. A scammer may pretend to be a grandchild, relative or close friend who needs money fast. The story may involve a car accident, an arrest, a lost phone or a travel problem. The timing helps the scam. A line like "Don't call your son right now, he's at a barbecue with the kids" can sound believable during a holiday weekend. Banks may have reduced hours, families may be harder to reach and a fake crisis can feel more urgent when everyone's schedule has already changed. The FBI's IC3 has warned that major holiday periods can bring elevated impersonation and emergency scam activity. Who they're targeting this week: Seniors who live alone, recent widows or widowers and families whose normal communication has been disrupted by holiday plans. Scammers want a moment when someone may act before they can check the story with a trusted relative. Many people think the danger ends when the call ends. Scammers may see it differently. By mid-July, fraud operations may start a follow-up cycle. If you were targeted earlier in the summer, that interaction may have been recorded. That can happen even if you never sent money. Sharing your name, phone number or other details can still make you more valuable to scammers. That information may get added to what scammers often call a "sucker list." In other words, it is a list of people who responded to a scam attempt or appeared likely to engage. Those lists can be sold or shared with other criminals. A week or two later, a new caller may show up with a different story. Some pose as fraud recovery services and claim they can help you get your money back for a small fee. Others use a completely different pitch, phone number or angle, making the second scam harder to connect to the first one. AARP's Fraud Watch Network has documented that people who have been scammed once are significantly more likely to be targeted again within the same calendar year. The summer doesn't close the fraud cycle. It seeds it. What they're collecting this week: Whether you might respond again, how much money you may have paid, whether you reported the scam and whether your family knows. Those details can help scammers decide how to target you next. Every phase of this summer scam calendar depends on the same thing: personal data. The more scammers know about you, the easier it becomes to make a fake rental, emergency call or fraud alert feel real. Many scams now start with research. Before a scammer calls, they may already know your name, home address, relatives, travel habits, marital status or financial clues. That information can come from data broker sites, which collect public records, marketing data, social media activity and family connections into searchable profiles. That is why I personally recommend using a personal data removal service. It can help remove your information from hundreds of data broker and people-search websites, including sites that may list your name, address, relatives, phone numbers and other personal details. When vacation photos get scraped, genealogy details appear online or public records get connected to family information, ongoing removal requests can help keep that information from staying in circulation. You can also run a free exposure scan to see where your personal information may already appear online. Results typically arrive by email within an hour. 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 Get a free scan to find out if your personal information is already out on the web: Cyberguy.com/FreeScan You don't have to cancel your trip or skip the Fourth of July. But a few specific habits will make you a much harder target across all six weeks.  Book rentals only through platforms with verified buyer protection-never pay via wire transfer, Zelle, or gift cards, regardless of the reason given. Tell your bank your travel dates so unusual activity gets flagged. And wait until you're home to post vacation photos publicly. A beach photo posted after you're back shares a memory. One posted while you're still there shares your location, your timeline, and a signal that your house is empty. Use your phone's cellular data, not hotel or airport Wi-Fi, for anything involving banking or email. If you must use public networks, a VPN encrypts your connection before it leaves your device. Turn off your phone's auto-connect to open networks so it doesn't join unfamiliar Wi-Fi without your permission. 9 WAYS SCAMMERS CAN USE YOUR PHONE NUMBER TO TRY TO TRICK YOU Establish a code word with your grandchildren now, before summer starts. Tell them: if you ever call in an emergency, you'll use it. If the caller doesn't know the word, it's not you. Tell elderly relatives the same thing. Create a simple rule: no one in this family will ever ask for emergency money over the phone from an unknown number, no matter how convincing the story sounds. Check every financial account for activity that happened during your trip. Search your own name on Spokeo or Whitepages and see exactly what a scammer sees. And if you haven't taken steps to remove your personal information from data broker sites, this is the moment to start. Scammers do not take the summer off. They plan around the exact weeks when retirees travel, post photos, use public Wi-Fi and gather with family around major holidays. The six-week stretch from Memorial Day to the Fourth of July can create several openings at once. Fake rentals can appear before trips begin. Grandparent scams can feel more believable once school ends. Vacation photos can reveal who is away, where they are and when they plan to return. The biggest lesson is that these scams run on personal data. Your name, relatives, address, travel habits and financial clues may already sit on data broker sites where criminals can find them. Reducing that exposure and setting family rules before an emergency call comes in can make you a much harder target. Your summer belongs to you. Do not let scammers build their calendar around it. Have you or someone in your family ever been targeted by a vacation, grandparent or holiday scam, and what warning sign do you wish you had noticed sooner? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2462a5ee6011c3f4eb9979 Washington school board director, sex shop owner host sex-ed event for kids as young as 9 te 2026-06-06T18:10:45.200Z Washington school board director, sex shop owner host sex-ed event for kids as young as 9 A Washington school board director who owns a sex shop is helping host a sex education event for children as young as 9 years old, drawing scrutiny over the program's content and the role of an elected education official in promoting it. Jenn Mason, the owner of WinkWink Boutique, which describes itself as a "woman-owned, inclusive, ‘not creepy’" sex shop in Bellingham, WA, about half an hour from Seattle, is hosting an "Uncringe Academy" for 9- to 12-year-old children on June 24. The event will cover gender and sexual identities, puberty, periods, the "paths to parenthood: the many ways to have a baby," and "defining sex and sexuality," among other topics.  MINNESOTA PLANNED PARENTHOOD ENTICES TEENS AS YOUNG AS 13 WITH GIFT CARDS FOR COMPLETING 'SEX ED SUMMER CAMP' "There's a lot to learn when it comes to bodies, puberty, sex, gender, and relationships," the description for the event reads. "That's why WinkWink created ‘Uncringe Academy’: honest, supportive, and inclusive sex education classes to help young people and their families understand this important part of their life."  The event, which parents can attend, features a 4.5-hour class for kids "that's based in empowerment and information, rather than shame, fear, and judgment." "We use an accepting, informing, and affirming framework," the event description reads. "Our focus is helping young people to feel comfortable around these topics so that they can advocate for their own bodies, health, and well-being."  CALIFORNIA MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL NABBED IN CHILD SEX STING Mason, the owner of WinkWink Boutique, which sells sex toys, candy for oral sex, and "books for love and lust" is also a school board director for Bellingham Public Schools. She was elected to the school board in November 2017 and subsequently re-elected in 2021, according to her bio on the Bellingham Public Schools website, and also has a daughter who attends Bellingham Public Schools. In 2022, Mason’s WinkWink Boutique held a "Queer Youth Open Mic Night"  for "all queer youth (0 to 18 years old)" who were "invited to share poetry, music, or a story at our open mic night. Sign up for a performer spot ahead of time, 5-minute time limit." NEW FEDERAL PROBE EXAMINES WHETHER TAXPAYER DOLLARS FUND CHILD GENDER TRANSITIONS, LEGAL DEFENSES In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mason said, "Uncringe Academy is a voluntary sex education program created in response to requests from parents. The program covers standard sex education topics—including puberty, relationships, consent, and safer sex—with lessons adjusted to be developmentally appropriate for each age group. Parents are always welcome to attend alongside their kids." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246290ee6011c3f4eb9970 The feud between Trump and Maher is heating up again as HBO host responds to the President’s latest dig te 2026-06-06T18:10:24.799Z The feud between Trump and Maher is heating up again as HBO host responds to the President’s latest dig Bill Maher mocked President Donald Trump on Friday night on "Real Time" after Trump attacked him on Truth Social as a "low-ratings" host with a "fake laughing machine." Maher turned Trump’s ratings jab back on the president by pointing to his own approval numbers. "First of all, low ratings? Yours is 35 percent!" Maher said. The line drew cheers from the studio audience as Maher continued responding to Trump’s post during his monologue. TRUMP TEARS INTO 'JERK' BILL MAHER ON TRUTH SOCIAL, SAYS HOSTING HIM AT WHITE HOUSE WAS 'TOTAL WASTE OF TIME' Maher also pushed back on Trump’s claim that "Real Time" used fake laughter, asking the show to cut to the audience. "And fake, fake laughing machine, can we get a shot of our audience?" Maher said. The show then cut to stock footage of an audience applauding, extending the joke. "There, that should settle that," Maher said. BILL MAHER DEFENDS GRETCHEN WHITMER FOR APPEARING WITH TRUMP, ADVISES HER TO ‘OWN IT’ Maher opened the bit by saying he had grown used to being targeted by Trump online. "I can always tell when the president is in a bad mood, because he starts tweeting about me," Maher said. "I feel it’s an honor always to be in his tweets, even when they’re bad, and they’re always bad." "This week, he said I was ‘low ratings Bill Maher with his fake laughing machine.’" A Fox News poll found Trump's overall approval number at 39%.  Trump mentioned Maher earlier in the week while boasting on Truth Social about political and media figures he claimed had been defeated or sidelined. In the post, Trump said, "My score, for two weeks, is 38-0, with three more limping Late Night Talk Show Hosts, including Low Ratings Bill Maher and his Fake `Laughing Machine’, to go." BILL MAHER DOESN'T RULE OUT TRUMP'S GAZA STRIP PLAN, SAYS WAR-TORN TERRITORY 'COULD BE SOMETHING ELSE' Maher also used the monologue to joke about Trump's reported call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Axios reported Trump angrily confronted Netanyahu over confrontations with Lebanon and Hezbollah. The Times of Israel, citing Axios, reported that Trump was said to have told Netanyahu, "You’re f---ing crazy," while an Israeli source later disputed the most dramatic parts of the account. Maher referenced the reported exchange while tying it back to Trump's criticism of him. "I know he’s in a foul mood," Maher said. "Did you see the phone call he had with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel? Wow, the language." Fox News Digital reached out to the Trump administration for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a246058ee6011c3f4eb9949 City commits $225K for baseball field, staff at SRRHS te 2026-06-06T18:00:56.093Z City commits $225K for baseball field, staff at SRRHS Council unanimously approves tentative budget of $97,963,222 Sedona City Council unanimously set the city’s uppermost spending limit at $97,963,222 for Fiscal Year 2026-27 at its May 26 Tentative Budget meeting, adding a last-minute commitment of $225,000 to maintain the baseball field at Sedona Red Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24603cee6011c3f4eb991d Airline CEO who counted cards now bets premium perks can win over fliers te 2026-06-06T18:00:28.242Z Airline CEO who counted cards now bets premium perks can win over fliers United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has argued that travelers will pay more for a better overall flying experience, and United’s numbers suggest his theory is correct. Years ago, Kirby was a serious and successful gambler who learned to count cards. He’s still banned from several casinos in Las Vegas, The Wall Street Journal reported. Kirby has worked in the airline industry for decades and still approaches business decisions with a gambler’s mindset, according to the Journal. His strategy for United centers on investing in upgraded aircraft, more premium seating options, improved onboard internet (the company is partnering with Starklink), upgraded food and drink options and a useful mobile app that makes flying less stressful. Kirby spent seven years as president of US Airways (2006–2013) before becoming president of American Airlines following its merger with US Airways in 2013. He later joined United Airlines as president in 2016 and became CEO in 2020. DELTA BRINGS SHAKE SHACK TO FLIGHT PASSENGERS, BUT WILL THE MEAL HAVE A SMOOTH TAKEOFF? While American Airlines remains the nation's largest carrier by passenger volume, Delta has been at the top of industry rankings for years. Forbes Travel Guide named it the best U.S. airline in 2025, citing its food and drink offerings, customer service and complimentary Wi-Fi as reasons for the accolade. Forbes also bestowed Delta with several other "best of" awards for its perks, including some planes' memory-foam-padded recliners, flat-bed seating and toiletry kits. The outlet also named Delta’s One Lounge at JFK Airport the "best U.S. Airline lounge" for its luxurious three-course meals, shower suites, relaxation pods with massage chairs and spa treatments. The Wall Street Journal named Delta the best airline in the U.S. for four consecutive years (2021–2024), though it fell behind Southwest Airlines and Allegiant Air in the Journal's 2025 rankings. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES In taking over United, Kirby announced the "United Next" growth strategy. At the time of its launch in 2021, the company announced in a press release that it would be purchasing 270 new Boeing and Airbus aircraft, "the largest combined order in the airline's history and the biggest by an individual carrier in the last decade." The release also said the initiative included plans for a "nose-to-tail" retrofit of "100 percent of remaining mainline, narrow-body fleet to transform the customer experience and create a new signature interior – a roughly 75% increase in premium seats per North American departure, larger overhead bins, seatback entertainment in every seat and industry’s fastest available WiFi." United touted "the best customer experience in the industry." The company’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer, Andrew Nocella, said the company would "offer the most premium seats in North America, taking a different, more customer-friendly approach." "The more we invest, the more we win," Kirby told the Journal. According to the publication, "United's stock has doubled since 2021, and together United and Delta accounted for more than 90 percent of U.S. airline industry profits last year." Kirby wasn’t always so invested in providing customers with a premium experience, according to the Journal. At US Airways, he reportedly advocated for charging customers for water. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "I can do 180 degrees in a second," Kirby said. "If the evidence changes, I can change my mind." Several Reddit forums are dedicated to discussions comparing United and Delta. Many commentators contrasted the airlines’ credit card rewards and the likelihood of upgrades with each one. "At the end of the day, they’re basically the top two airlines in the country," wrote one Redditor. "It’s entirely your taste... Many of my friends fly for Delta and absolutely love it. I can only say great things about both companies." "I have good experiences with both and not so good to absolutely horrible with both," wrote another. "Air travel these days is a roll of the dice." Kirby himself said he's been surprised at "how much difference you can make by investing in all of those things." Kirby also said he did take inspiration from Delta, "But we long ago stopped copying them." He said he tells United executives, "Your job is wow," meaning he wants the company's initiatives to impress customers. Delta’s CEO Ed Bastian said United copying his company is "smart." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The Journal profile of Kirby said he is "audacious" with "grand ambitions." It noted that he publicly discussed the possibility of a merger with American Airlines, though President Trump said he didn’t like the idea of a merger between the two rivals. "American's public comments make it clear that a merger like this is off the table for the foreseeable future," Kirby wrote in a release issued by United in April. "I do think it's worth taking the time to describe in some more detail what this could have looked like," he added to the lengthy statement. Delta and United will have plenty of opportunity to compete for passengers, it appears. Americans set a record for domestic air travel last year, as TSA screened 2.57 million more passengers in 2025 compared to 2024, FOX Business reported. The Bureau of Transportation reported in May 2026 that aviation fuel in March was up 56.4 percent, consumption increased 19.5 percent, and fuel cost per gallon was up 30.9 percent compared to February 2026. Kirby said in a March interview with Bloomberg TV that ticket prices could consequently surge 15-20%. Fox News Digital reached out to United Airlines for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a245e0dee6011c3f4eb9899 World Series champion John Smoltz reveals what it takes to win the American Century Championship te 2026-06-06T17:51:09.853Z World Series champion John Smoltz reveals what it takes to win the American Century Championship Most people know Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz for his prowess on the mound, but the 59-year-old has also become quite the golfer. Smoltz qualified for the U.S. Senior Open in 2018 and is hoping to do so again this year. He said his game is in the best place it has ever been and credited his health for where it is today. "The game is in its best place. The goal is you always wish you could play tomorrow when the game is in its best place, but that's the beauty of golf. You know, you got to have it when it counts," Smoltz told Fox News Digital in a recent interview. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "The game is at a point now at 59 where I trust some of the things that I can do because I'm physically more able with two new hips and some procedures done. I'm at a point where I know that if I can continue to get a little bit better around the green, I'm going to play the kind of golf I want to play." Smoltz will be competing in this year’s American Century Championship, which takes place July 10-12 at Edgewood Golf Course in Lake Tahoe. The Atlanta Braves legend has come close to winning, finishing in second place last year to NHL great Joe Pavelski, but has never won. The American Century Championship uses a Modified Stableford scoring system rather than traditional stroke play, which means that instead of counting total strokes, players are instead awarded points based on their score for each hole. An albatross is worth 10 points, a hole-in-one is worth eight points, an eagle is worth six points, a birdie is worth three points, a par is worth one point, a bogey is worth nothing and anything two over par or worse is worth minus two points. HALL OF FAMER JOE MAUER PRAISES MLB FOR THE ABS CHALLENGE SYSTEM, SAYS IT'S BEEN GOOD FOR THE GAME Smoltz said he has not started nearly fast enough in the first round, forcing him to play catch-up. "I get off to a slow start. Every tournament I rally second and third round with too big of a hole. I make a ton of pars. It's so frustrating to say that I make a ton of pars. That would be normally good, but it's not in this tournament. I think at one point I made 29 pars in a row in one tournament and it was nauseating. It was like I'd rather bite the head of my putter off because you only get one point for a par," Smoltz said. Smoltz attributed his slower starts to a conservative mindset and stressed the importance of making birdie putts. "You get three times the value for a birdie. So, like last year, I think I made seven or eight birdies the last round to finish second. Couldn't chase down Pavelski, but I'm like, where has that been? Where's those birdies in the first round?" Smoltz said. "So, I definitely have to get off to a better start. I kind of am too conservative in a first round of a three-round tournament, which always puts me in the mix, but doesn't give me the best fighting chance to maximize a round when I'm hitting the ball pretty good." ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Smoltz played in the American Century Championship in 2000, when he underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the whole season, and got permission from his late, legendary manager Bobby Cox to go play. "I had a sneak preview of it when I was playing. I had Tommy John surgery. I had the greatest manager in the world in Bobby Cox. He let me play because I was out all year and that was when it was stroke play back in the day, when Michael Jordan and all those high-level athletes were playing in stroke play. I did okay. I hung my own," Smoltz said. The World Series champion called the event something you mark on your calendar and said it’s a great event. "American Century is unbelievable. They do a great job putting on the event all these years. It's a mark on your calendar and nothing-better-get-in-the-way type event. But I think the biggest thing about the golf course and just the whole thing is I get so excited to play and want to win so bad that I have to temper all of that when I get there," Smoltz said. The tournament has raised more than $8 million for regional and national charities. American Century Investments donates 40% of its profits to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research and activates fundraising at the tournament to drive direct donations to Stowers each year. The tournament will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock. The eight-time All-Star spent 21 seasons in the big leagues, 20 of those with the Braves. He spent his last season with the St. Louis Cardinals and Boston Red Sox. Smoltz has a career record of 213-155, an ERA of 3.33 and 154 saves, as he converted to a reliever for a few seasons after his Tommy John surgery. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a245df9ee6011c3f4eb9890 Numerous Knicks fans arrested, cop injured during Game 2 NBA Finals celebration near MSG te 2026-06-06T17:50:49.929Z Numerous Knicks fans arrested, cop injured during Game 2 NBA Finals celebration near MSG The NYPD reversed its ban on New York Knicks watch parties for the NBA Finals, but after Game 2, it may be regretting that decision. Fans got so rowdy during the Knicks' Eastern Conference Finals run that the NYPD put a stop to watch parties outside Madison Square Garden. But when the Knicks clinched their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999, the department said the party was back on. The Knicks will come home with a 2-0 series lead on Monday, but Game 2's victory, the biggest for the Knicks in a generation, brought about unruly behavior outside the Garden. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM After the Knicks' 105-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, ABC7 reported that 17 people were arrested, including one on charges of allegedly striking a police officer and injuring him. Police said fans became "increasingly disorderly" as the game went on, the outlet reported. The officer who was injured was the victim of punches by a fan who entered and then refused to leave a restricted area. KNICKS' KARL-ANTHONY TOWNS PRAISES NYPD AMID ROWDY WATCH PARTIES DURING NBA FINALS RUN One person accused of selling counterfeit merchandise was also charged with possessing a loaded firearm. The department said fans stopped traffic on Seventh and Eighth avenues between 31st and 35th streets and climbed on light poles, subway entrances and food vendor carts. Madison Square Garden also hosted watch parties inside the arena for each of the first two Finals games. The Spurs fought back from a 14-point deficit to take the lead in the final minute of the fourth quarter, but with the game tied at 104, Victor Wembanyama threw a pass off an unaware teammate's back and Jalen Brunson stole the ball. Brunson was fouled and hit one of two free throws to take the lead. Wembanyama then took a potential game-winning shot but missed the mark. Game 3 will be Monday night in New York, with President Donald Trump slated to attend. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a245de2ee6011c3f4eb986a Sriram Krishnan is leaving his role as White House AI advisor te 2026-06-06T17:50:26.887Z Sriram Krishnan is leaving his role as White House AI advisor Krishnan is reportedly starting a new institution to continue shaping Trump's AI policy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2456f0ee6011c3f4eb96b0 Boston sends Ranger Suarez to the mound against Yankees reeling from Aaron Judge's absence te 2026-06-06T17:20:48.254Z Boston sends Ranger Suarez to the mound against Yankees reeling from Aaron Judge's absence Major League Baseball had Rivalry Week a few weeks back. However, this weekend is the one where we get the most commonly thought of rivalry in baseball. Two of the most historic franchises square off as we have the Boston Red Sox taking on the New York Yankees. Rumors have it that the Boston Red Sox are expecting to make a push for a playoff spot. We aren't quite at that point where they need to make a decision about their roster, but it wouldn't surprise me to see them make an early splash if they do plan to add to their team. They have a losing record for the season, and I'm not sure this is the division that they can afford to be bad for too long. Everyone in the division considers themselves a contender and has a legitimate chance to make the playoffs — or at least did before the season started. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Tonight, Boston sends out one of their major offseason acquisitions, Ranger Suarez. For the season, Suarez is 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA and a 1.16 WHIP. I have to imagine the team is pretty happy with his performance overall. On the road, he has allowed just nine earned runs in 27.2 innings over five starts. What's a little wild about Suarez is that he has allowed four or more earned runs in five starts, and zero runs in five starts. He has also allowed one run in one start. A little bit of the all-or-nothing from him. Yankees hitters are solid against Suarez with a .300 batting average collectively. The Yankees have been one of the best teams in baseball this season, but there is reason to be concerned. Aaron Judge is going to miss at least a month of baseball. It is going to be a major issue for the team because in the past four years, without Judge, the team is just 40-49. Additionally, the team drops from 4.9 runs to 3.8 runs per game. It is really simple: There is no replacing his production. However, the team has to hope that they can at least maintain their position and go .500 until he gets back. Looking to give them a good outing here is Will Warren. For the year, he is 7-1 with a 3.22 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP. He has been worse at home than on the road this season, and has allowed six of his seven homers in Yankee Stadium. Outside of one start in May, he was solid. He turned in three quality starts and allowed three or fewer in five of six outings. Red Sox hitters have had some success against Warren, though, hitting .323 over 31 at-bats. In his last outing against the Yankees, Suarez did allow four earned runs on five hits. He was battling Max Fried, who is significantly better than Warren. Three of those runs also came off of a three-run homer that Suarez allowed. Aaron Judge also scored twice in that game. Warren didn't face the Red Sox when the Yankees swept them earlier in the year. I think this is a game where Suarez can make some adjustments. Not having to worry about Judge in the lineup gives the pitcher a major advantage. I like the Red Sox to win this game. If Boston is going to score runs, it is likely because of stringing together hits, which is harder to do against Warren than hit homers. However, I'm taking the Red Sox on the moneyline. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2456dcee6011c3f4eb96a7 Todd Blanche 'honored and humbled' by Trump's AG nomination after explosive week of federal arrests te 2026-06-06T17:20:28.340Z Todd Blanche 'honored and humbled' by Trump's AG nomination after explosive week of federal arrests Following a wave of high-profile arrests, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said he is "honored and humbled" by President Donald Trump’s decision to nominate him as the permanent head of the Department of Justice. Speaking on "Saturday in America," Blanche outlined the department's efforts to fulfill Trump's campaign promises on public safety and highlighted several recent DOJ arrests. "Look, executing on the president's priorities that he has talked about since he was running for president, and that's making this country safe again. And so we're doing that every day at the Department of Justice," Blanche said. "I'm honored and humbled that President Trump has asked me to become the permanent attorney general." On Wednesday, Trump announced plans to nominate Blanche to permanently lead the DOJ, following the departure of former Attorney General Pam Bondi in April. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles subsequently congratulated Blanche online, writing, "Todd is a friend and I look forward to continuing our work together." TRUMP SAYS HE WILL NOMINATE ACTING AG TODD BLANCHE TO PERMANENTLY LEAD JUSTICE DEPARTMENT Blanche took over the acting role in April following the departure of former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who faced criticism from some conservatives over her handling of the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. The news comes as Blanche and the DOJ announced a series of arrests. Among them was the dismantling of a drug-smuggling tunnel stretching from Mexico to California, which Blanche described as "very sophisticated" and equipped with a rail system and electricity. "Now that the borders are closed, they have to find other ways to get drugs in this country. And this was one way they were trying to do it," Blanche said. JUDGE TEMPORARILY BLOCKS TRUMP DOJ'S NEARLY $2B 'ANTI-WEAPONIZATION' FUND Blanche also highlighted the recent indictments of three individuals accused of providing support to ISIS, describing their anti-American rhetoric as "very disturbing" while praising the swift work of federal authorities. TODD BLANCHE REVEALS DOJ UNEARTHED CACHE OF JACK SMITH DOCUMENTS INSIDE FORGOTTEN ROOM "It’s a good reminder to the Americans that this fight is not over. There are still a lot of people that want to inject harm into this country and our citizens," he said. Blanche previously served as Trump’s lead criminal defense attorney during multiple cases involving the president, including the New York hush money case and cases brought by former Special Counsel Jack Smith. Earlier this week, Blanche announced the DOJ would not be moving forward with a nearly $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund. According to the DOJ, the fund was part of a settlement in President Donald J. Trump v. Internal Revenue Service after Trump, his family members and the Trump Organization agreed to forgo monetary damages stemming from the release of their tax returns. The fund faced legal challenges, and the DOJ announced Monday it would comply with a court ruling temporarily blocking the fund. At a House Appropriations subcommittee hearing Tuesday, Blanche confirmed the administration would not be pursuing the idea further, saying, "We're not moving forward with the fund, period." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a245489ee6011c3f4eb9659 New law aims to curb squatting in vacant homes te 2026-06-06T17:10:33.531Z New law aims to curb squatting in vacant homes Key Points: A new law should stop squatters faster and allow property owners to get them out in about five days Exact statistics don’t exist for the number of squatter cases per year in Arizona, but law enforcement and real estate agents say it is a problem The new law does not affect rights and remedies under the state’s landlord and tenant act Goldilocks won’t be squatting for long in any Arizona homes after a new law takes effect.  Sen. Wendy Rogers made the fairy tale comparison herself at a press conference on June 1 after her Senate Bill 1426 was signed into law by Gov. Katie Hobbs. The new regulations intend to make it easier for property owners to evict squatters faster.  “It’s like Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” she said. “This is when Goldilocks goes into a home, enters the bears’ home without permission when they’re out. She eats their porridge, sits in and breaks their chairs, sleeps in their beds, making her the classic intruder squatter.” It’s what happened to D’Andrea Turner and her then-husband Keith. D’Andrea had been traveling back and forth to Michigan to take care of her elderly mother and also recovering from surgery after an aneurysm. Keith was a long-haul trucker on the road and when he came back, he discovered squatters in their home.  They tried to remove the squatters, but they kept coming back and eventually, the Turners found out their identities were stolen from documents in their home and their home had been fraudulently sold. Affidavits and forms had been notarized and submitted through Maricopa County and the sale wasn’t stopped until the squatters tried to cash the check in the Turner’s names multiple times but were unsuccessful, according to previous media reports.  Turner said the hardest thing was the identity theft and the property being defrauded, plus losing irreplaceable items in their home, such as photos of her children, a teddy bear and computers. They raised their children and lived in their home for over 12 years, she said.  “I had many tearful nights, many terrible nights because of this,” she said. “As working class people that’s putting our money into mortgages and things that we think is going to sustain us for when we’re done. We buy properties so that we can leave it for generations.” Turner said she’s grateful to Rogers for getting the bill passed. In the Turners’ case, two people were eventually charged with identity theft, forgery and fraudulent schemes. Despite that progress, the Turners are still sorting out the mess with their insurance company.  “I feel very fortunate that someone heard me. It’s like you’re screaming at the top of a mountain and someone can hear you,” she said. “I feel very confident that the senator heard me and she understands that we, as Arizonans, will not accept this.” A squatter is different from a trespasser. Whereas trespassers usually leave after they’re told, squatters can use tactics to make it look like they live at the property or create a false lease to try to prove they have a rental agreement.  The law requires the court to issue a writ of restitution immediately after the court signs any judgement against an unauthorized person, according to the bill language. It outlines conditions that constitute an eviction lawsuit, such as an unauthorized person unlawfully occupying the property and the property owner has directed the person to leave. Another condition is the person did not have a prior verbal or written agreement to cohabitate with the property owner at a residential property. The new law would not apply or modify the rights and remedies available to landlords and tenants as prescribed by the Arizona Residential Landlord Tenant Act. The law will not affect current or former tenants, immediate family members or people who had a verbal or written agreement to live on the property with the owner. The law will take effect 90 days after it was signed. This was Rogers’ third attempt to get the bill passed. The bill originally came to Rogers from a constituent who is a real estate attorney and told her it’s a prevalent problem.  “Arizona is sending a clear message. Unlawful occupation of someone else’s property will not be tolerated,” Rogers said. “Our border is secure, but we still have nefarious actors inside our country who would perpetuate this on property owners.” The game changer this year was an early start in collaboration and most notably, the constables’ support, along with realtors, she said, and added she was pleasantly surprised by the amount of bipartisan support the bill received.  “That’s the way we should get stuff done,” she said.  Tim Beaubian, senior director of government affairs at Arizona REALTORS Association, said the bipartisan support of this bill this year shows what an impact this is going to be for the state of Arizona and that private property rights are a bedrock.  The bill passed with wide bipartisan support in both chambers. Sen. Catherine Miranda cast the lone no vote. She said she understood the need to protect homeowners, but she cited homelessness and a lack of support from the state and the city of Phoenix. “The state isn’t doing enough to help homelessness,” she said. “I’m not willing to attack any efforts that homeless people are trying to make to survive.” In October 2025, Hobbs announced $13.5 million in grant funding in the Arizona Promise budget to support eviction prevention, homelessness response and referral efforts across Arizona, according to a news release. At that time, it put the Hobbs Administration’s total investment in services to over $150 million. Constable Scott Blake, who works in the Hassayampa district in northwest Maricopa County, said the new law should help people remove squatters faster.  Currently, the law says people have to go through an eviction process, starting with a five-day notice, Blake said. A court summons and complaint is required, in addition to showing the judge the “lease” and showing it’s illegitimate. After another few days of waiting, the judge can order a writ and then a constable can come and do the eviction. That whole process takes over two weeks.  “The new law shortcuts all of that, you’re going to be able to get into court and say, ok, this person’s going to have to leave and you’re going to get a writ and somebody’s going to come out there and take care of that,” he said. “I think in less than five days you’d be able to remove somebody who is a squatter and unauthorized occupant.” It will help a small handful of people right now with the possibility of more in the future as things tighten up, he added.  Blake said another trend he has started to see more often is people squatting on vacant, rural land, which is usually owned by the state or a private property owner. Systemic issues like the increased cost of living will likely keep contributing to people looking for places to live, he added.  “I’m not sure that we’ve seen the end of financial difficult times,” he said.  The new law would require a five-day notice to vacate before going to court. If the criteria listed in the law is met, a judge may order the immediate eviction of that tenant, and it gives the property owner a legal hammer too, the spokesperson said. There’s technically two different types of squatters: ones with an agreement to live at the property for a limited time and those who do not have an agreement with the property owner, a spokesperson for the Maricopa County Justice Courts said. Both types of cases come to justices of the peace.  The second type is what the new law speaks to and is rare. If there is no written, verbal or implied tenancy agreement, the case can come to court, but a judge may dismiss it and say the court has no jurisdiction because there’s no agreement. Then it would be a trespassing issue for the police to write a citation, which is a different court process, they said. The data on how many squatter cases happen per year in Arizona does not exist because landlords have to deliver a notice to vacate before they go to the courts. The courts don’t track what type of criminal activity or other breach might have triggered an immediate eviction and essentially, it doesn’t matter once the case reaches court, the spokesperson said. There is a category of evictions called “immediate,” which usually involves a breach of the lease that is not fixable, such as if criminal activity took place. The landlord has to give notice of the breach and may file the court case the same day. If the tenant is found guilty in court a few days later, the judge can order the immediate eviction, which means they have to be out the day following the court appearance.  As for statistics on that type of case, landlords brought 84,805 cases to court and 406 of those were immediate evictions in 2025, but it’s likely few to none of those involved squatters, the spokesperson said. The post New law aims to curb squatting in vacant homes first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a244fe9ee6011c3f4eb9569 Mirra Andreeva, 19, wins French Open to become youngest women's singles champion since 1992 te 2026-06-06T16:50:49.359Z Mirra Andreeva, 19, wins French Open to become youngest women's singles champion since 1992 Mirra Andreeva, a 19-year-old Russian tennis pro, won her first Grand Slam title on Saturday, defeating Maja Chwalinska to win the French Open. Andreeva won in two sets, 6-3, 6-2, over the 114th-ranked Polish qualifier. Andreeva became the youngest player to win the women’s singles title since Monica Seles, who was 18 when she won her third straight French Open in 1992. She also became the first Russian woman to win a Grand Slam since Maria Sharapova won the 2014 French Open and became the first teenager to win a Grand Slam title since Coco Gauff did so at the 2023 U.S. Open, when she was 19. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Andreeva also became the first male or female tennis player born in 2005 to reach and win a Grand Slam title. When Andreeva executed a backhand cross-court winner on her first match point, the Russian dropped to her knees on the clay to celebrate. "You’re so young and talented. It’s so annoying," Chwalinska told Andreeva during the awards ceremony. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Andreeva thanked herself for fighting "so many demons" during her title run at the awards ceremony. "For believing in myself, always giving my 100%, even when it’s tough, trying every day to be better as a person and as a player, believing that I can do this, fighting so many demons inside of me," Andreeva said. "Only I know how tough it was for me," Andreeva added. "How nervous I was throughout these two weeks." The match was tied 3-3 in the first set, but Andreeva then won 20 of the next 21 points to win the set and take control of the match. Chwalinska was attempting to become the first qualifier to capture the Roland Garros title. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a244fd3ee6011c3f4eb954b Trump’s Defense Department Sees Growing Espionage Threat From Israel te 2026-06-06T16:50:27.359Z Trump’s Defense Department Sees Growing Espionage Threat From Israel The Defense Department has increased the counterintelligence threat assessment to its highest level, and Israel is believed to have eavesdropped on American negotiations with Iran. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a244b25ee6011c3f4eb9490 Troy player 'Jabe Ruth' proves college sports can be saved with the most patriotic home run you'll ever see te 2026-06-06T16:30:29.529Z Troy player 'Jabe Ruth' proves college sports can be saved with the most patriotic home run you'll ever see I know we've got the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup going on right now. I get it. The Knicks are a pretty big deal at the moment, and rightfully so. But I'm here to open everyone's eyes to the biggest story in America that nobody is talking about. The Troy Trojans, and catcher Jabe Boroff. Drop everything you're doing and start paying attention to what's going on out in Alabama, because it's more electric than anything you're going to see on the court or the ice. IS THIS COLLEGE BASEBALL TANK SHOT REALLY THAT IMPRESSIVE? Boroff, dubbed "Jabe Ruth" by his teammates, has the Trojans on the brink of their first-ever trip to Omaha. That's right. In a world dominated by NIL and the transfer portal, the TROY TROJANS are one win away from the College World Series. A week that began with Nick Saban sounding the alarm on the state of college athletics ended with a team that barely made the NCAA tournament hosting a Super Regional for the first time, shattering attendance records, and going viral for all the right reasons. Troy pummeled Little Rock, 12-2, Friday in Game 1 of the Super Regional. Boroff hit two home runs, including an eighth-inning grand slam into the patriotic bounce house in left field. And if it wasn't a reminder of what college sports should look like, I don't know what is: I've been banging the table for college baseball for years now. I've BEGGED the world to show it more respect. ESPN has the TV deal, and barely shows a game until May. I've long said it's a wasted opportunity. And the first 10 days of this tournament have only added fuel to that fire. We've had major upsets, which you don't get anymore in football or basketball. We've had iconic moments, like all of Morgantown singing "Country Roads" earlier this week when the Mountaineers walked it off in the regional championship. Most importantly, we've had teams like Troy not only win meaningful games, but HOST meaningful games. The Trojans squeaked into the tournament, upset the Florida Gators (twice), and now they're one win away from Omaha. Which brings me to Boroff, who has morphed into "Jabe Ruth" over the past few weeks thanks to an absolutely electric tournament. The junior catcher was hitting .114 with one home run on May 9. Less than a month later, he's hitting .270 with 11 home runs. That's a real stat. Read it again. He's hit six bombs in this tournament alone, with a whopping 18 RBIs in six games. In the program's first Super Regional Friday, he hit two homers and plated half the team's runs. COLLEGE BASEBALL PLAYER SUFFERS GRUESOME LEG INJURY DURING CELEBRATORY HOME RUN TROT Do you understand how impressive that is? Again, it's why college baseball is the best. It's everything we loved about college sports before things started to spiral a few years ago. We loved the upsets and the "moments." We loved the lesser-known players who came from a community college (Boroff spent the first two years at Enterprise State) and simply got a shot. We loved the atmosphere and the feeling that this was "our school" too. College baseball has proven over the first week of this tournament that it's all still possible. It still exists. We saw it in West Virginia on Monday, and at a place called Riddle-Pace Field on Friday. Nobody had heard of that place until this week. Nobody had heard of "Jabe Ruth" until this week. Did anyone here even know Troy had a baseball team until this week? Probably not. We do now, and that's why college baseball is the best. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24491eee6011c3f4eb942b Victor Wembanyama, well over 7 feet tall, gets away with hard foul after getting boxed out by Jose Alvarado te 2026-06-06T16:21:50.079Z Victor Wembanyama, well over 7 feet tall, gets away with hard foul after getting boxed out by Jose Alvarado It was a rough first half for Victor Wembanyama on Friday night. The San Antonio Spurs' alien-like phenom scored just seven points in the first 24 minutes of Game 2 of the NBA Finals, and despite making up ground in the second half, it was not enough as the New York Knicks took a 2-0 series lead. The referees sure seemed tilted toward San Antonio throughout the night, and one moment in the second quarter helped the public's case. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM With San Antonio up 37-32, Dylan Harper drove toward the hoop but missed a contested shot, and the ball was up for grabs. With Wembanyama, listed at 7-foot-4, on the floor, it should surprise nobody if he ever got an offensive rebound. However, he was boxed out by Knicks guard Jose Alvarado, whose minutes come sparingly. Alvarado might have gotten away with some hard contact when initiating the box out, but Wembanyama may have just gotten away with a flagrant foul after wrapping both of his arms near Alvarado's neck and tossing him like a rag doll. Wembanyama then asked for a whistle on Alvarado but never got one. Wembanyama was also ejected for the first time for a flagrant foul in the Western Conference Finals. KNICKS SURVIVE TO TAKE 2-0 NBA FINALS LEAD AFTER JALEN BRUNSON'S CLUTCH SHOT SINKS SPURS Wembanyama scored 22 points in the second half, turning it up in the fourth quarter, but it was all for naught after a costly turnover. After a rebound with less than 15 seconds left, Wembanyama threw a pass to a teammate who was not looking, and it hit his back. Jalen Brunson was able to pick up the ball, draw a foul and knock down a free throw. The Frenchman had the ball in his hands for the potential game-winning basket but missed, giving the Knicks an exhilarating 105-104 victory. No team has ever won an NBA Finals after losing both of the first two games at home, although it is a small sample size - only the 1993 Phoenix Suns and 1995 Orlando Magic did the same. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24490aee6011c3f4eb9422 SI Swimsuit model Carol Alt was 'on the verge of death' before dramatic health turnaround te 2026-06-06T16:21:30.024Z SI Swimsuit model Carol Alt was 'on the verge of death' before dramatic health turnaround Carol Alt was quietly battling debilitating health issues that left her so drained and weak that the model was convinced she was "on the verge of death." Alt, one of the most recognizable faces of the 1980s, made her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debut in 1981 and landed the cover just a year later. She was featured in the outlet six times between 1981 and 1989. Despite gracing the pages of numerous magazines, including Vogue, the star was dealing with a range of physical challenges. "I had issues my whole life," Alt told fellow Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and friend Kim Alexis, host of the "Unexpired" podcast. "I had allergies as a kid. I would rupture my stomach coughing. Everything made me cough." CHRISTIE BRINKLEY SHARES HER TOP BEAUTY TIP AND SECRET TO FITNESS IN HER SEVENTIES "... I had been praying," she later recalled. "I said, 'I don't feel good.' I was doing a job. I didn't look good. I literally escaped from the job, and it had my name on it. ... Everybody looked better than me. Everybody was feeling better than me, projecting better than me. And I went back to L.A. really depressed, and I just started praying. I was like, 'Something's happening. Let me know what it is. Whatever it is, whatever you need me to do, tell me.'" At the height of her modeling career, Alt was running on empty. She often subsisted on poor nutrition and restrictive eating habits. The constant exhaustion she felt didn't fade; it only intensified over time.  She also struggled with frequent headaches and sinus problems that left her feeling fatigued. Getting by on little sleep during her constant travels, she fueled herself with coffee, sugar and processed foods, leaving her with digestive issues. It was her friend Steve Cantor who suggested Alt consult Dr. Timothy Brantley, whom she described as a major proponent of the raw food diet. WATCH: SI SWIMSUIT MODEL CAROL ALT SAYS CHRISTIE BRINKLEY INSPIRED HER BOLD LOOK The raw food diet focuses on foods that are uncooked and unprocessed, or heated only to relatively low temperatures. Proponents argue that cooking can destroy certain nutrients and natural enzymes found in food. Supporters say the diet can boost energy, improve digestion and promote overall wellness. Health experts generally note that nutrition needs vary from person to person and that no single eating plan works for everyone. "I'm rolling my eyes," Alt told Alexis. "I pretended to take down his number, and then I hung up. ... A little voice inside of me said, 'Hey, you've tried everything. You've been asking for help, and now you throw this away.' Fortunately, it was a really easy number to remember. So I called." When Alt told Brantley about her diet, he laughed, she said. "I was allergic to Irish, whatever they put in the Irish rye or barley, whatever it was," Alt said. "I was allergic to it. So I went to Scotch. But people have to remember that we were traveling all the time. We never knew what time zone we were in. "I would wake up in the morning on my days off, and I would have a Scotch coffee and whipped cream," Alt said. "And when I was working, believe it or not, I would have pizza bread and cappuccino. That would be my breakfast. That was Italy. In France, I'd have a cappuccino and a coffee. And the doctor was like, 'It's the same thing, the sugar and caffeine.'" CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "... I really had to dig myself out of a very big hole because, first of all, I was addicted to coffee," she shared. "Second of all, I wanted my Scotch in the morning. I loved my whipped cream. I really had to get myself back on track again and completely swing from this way to that way. Timothy took me through it. When I started with Timothy, I couldn't even go without something to eat every couple of hours." In 1996, at age 35, Alt completely changed her approach to eating. She's never looked back. Alt said the changes didn't happen overnight, but she eventually noticed significant improvements in her energy levels and overall health. The model said she no longer felt constantly exhausted and began feeling stronger and more capable of keeping up with the demands of her career. Brantley encouraged Alt to eliminate heavily processed foods and focus on raw fruits, vegetables and other minimally processed ingredients. "There was no question," she told Alexis. "For me, there was no turning back. And believe me, I've sat at dinners with renal doctors who were taking me through the coals because I was some stupid model. But hey, you know what? I rebuilt my body. I was on the verge of death, and I'm back. So you can't knock me off my pedestal. I'm going to be an orator on this. I'm going to be screaming this from the mountaintops." "... I remember my father dying, saying to me, 'You know, Carol Ann, I should have known something was wrong when I didn't want to go to work,'" she reflected. "And here I was hiding. I'm like, 'There's something wrong. Whatever it is, [God], you've given me a little bit of celebrity. I know I could use it for good. Please let me know.'" Over the years, Alt has written several books on how natural, unprocessed foods can be used to improve overall health, energy levels and aging. "... I think it was more just trying to get people to understand that processed food has so many chemicals, so many preservatives, has so many hidden fats, cooked oils and really bad things. You could have things that were the same, tasted just as good and were just as gratifying that were healthy." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS When asked how she hopes to be remembered, Alt didn't hesitate, saying, "That I was an inspiration and helped people to live better lives, to eat better and to live better." "When you eat better, you feel better," she said. "When you feel better, you're nicer to people. That's really what it's about for me. ... I really want people to be happy, and it's so hard to be happy these days. It really is unless you're at peace with yourself. I find a lot of people just aren't. ... We're not all perfect. We're not all able to do what other people do, but look at your attributes and be happy and joyous in that. Bring that forth to the world because the universe will conspire to find use for you." In 2023, Alt told Fox News Digital she would have done some things differently as a model. WATCH: '80S SUPERMODEL CAROL ALT ON AGING, HOW NOT TO BREAK DOWN LIKE ‘AN OLD CAR’ "I wish when I was 18, 19 years old and somebody said to me, ‘You should eat your vegetables raw,'" she said at the time. "I suffered through my modeling career because I was always tired, I was always malnourished. I was always trying to keep my weight down. I didn't eat, and when I ate, I ate garbage because I really did not know what to eat," she continued. "I didn't know what to eat in the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening, how much, and what would keep my energy going, and there were so many times I suffered," Alt noted. Alt said that if she had changed how she ate earlier, her modeling career would have been "immensely" different. "I just had no energy left to be cool and groovy," she said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2448f6ee6011c3f4eb9419 Auburn student Weston Higginbotham found dead in Japan after weeklong search, mom confirms te 2026-06-06T16:21:10.080Z Auburn student Weston Higginbotham found dead in Japan after weeklong search, mom confirms The family of James "Weston" Higginbotham, a 20-year-old Auburn University student who vanished during a family vacation in Japan in late May, confirmed Saturday that he has been found dead. In a statement on Facebook Saturday morning, Higginbotham's mother, Nancy, revealed that her son's body was discovered by a volunteer search-and-rescue group in a mountainous area outside of Kyoto. "Our family is heartbroken," Nancy Higginbotham wrote in the post. "... The grief we feel is impossible to put into words." The family expressed their deep gratitude to the people across the U.S., Japan and the globe who offered prayers and assisted in the search efforts. "The outpouring of kindness and support has carried us through the darkest days of our lives," she said, pleading for privacy as the family begins to navigate the loss. "We are forever grateful for the time we had with our sweet, precious Weston, but cannot begin to understand what life without him will be like," his mother wrote. "… Thank you for your thoughts, prayers and support. We will need them now more than ever. We will always love you, Weston." The update comes after a massive, multinational search.  The 20-year-old hiker was last seen May 29 near Yamashina Station, just east of Kyoto, after being separated from his parents following family "bickering," Fox News Digital previously reported. His parents were able to track him near a river and boarding a train via the Life360 app before his phone location suddenly went dark. The family had previously held out hope that he would be found alive, telling Fox News Digital earlier in the week that he knew how to forage and was "built to endure." Fox News Digital's Stephen Sorace contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2448e2ee6011c3f4eb9410 Belmont Stakes 2026 at Saratoga Race Course: Best bets, exotics, 'Pick 5' for the Grade 1 stakes races te 2026-06-06T16:20:50.159Z Belmont Stakes 2026 at Saratoga Race Course: Best bets, exotics, 'Pick 5' for the Grade 1 stakes races This will be the final of three consecutive years that the Belmont Stakes will run at the mecca of horse racing: the Saratoga Race Course. Traditionally held at Belmont Park, the third jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown has been held in Saratoga during Belmont's renovations and will return to its original home next year. As you probably already know, we won’t get a Triple Crown winner. Golden Tempo, the winner of the 2026 Kentucky Derby and third-betting choice in the Belmont Stakes, didn’t run in the Preakness Stakes. Also, Napoleon Solo, the winner of the Preakness, is skipping the Belmont.  Regardless, because it's Saratoga and one of the five biggest horse racing days of the year, I'm going to the window for five Grade 1 stakes races on Belmont Stakes Day 2026. Here is my Pick 5 and best bets for Races 9-13. #1 Governor Sam (12-1 morning-line odds) I’m taking a shot with #1 Governor Sam (12-1) because I like his morning-line odds, given this is a sprint, and he has fast "early speed" and runs out of the No. 1 post. Meaning he should be able to get inside quickly, and maybe he can hold on in this one-turn race. Also, Governor Sam has two wins and a second in three career starts in Saratoga, and four wins, one second and one third in seven races at 5.5 furlongs, which is today's distance. Lastly, he’s gone off as the betting favorite in 10 of his 14 career races, including three times against graded company. #8 Twenty Six Black (12-1) The Horacio De Paz trainee is appealing for similar reasons. He has two wins, three seconds and one third in seven career races at The Spa, and two wins, three seconds and one third in six outings at 5.5 furlongs. Furthermore, Twenty Six Black ran two 100-Beyer speed figure races in Saratoga last year, which would be fast enough to win the Jaipur.  #5 Solitude Dude (6-1)  His 97 Beyer speed figure is tied for the fourth-fastest race in this field with the second-betting choice #7 Englishman (3-1), behind the betting favorite, #6 Crude Velocity (9-5), who ran two 100 Beyers. Hence, Solitude Dude shouldn’t be double the price as Englishman. Before this race, Solitude Dude’s longest price was $3.60 at the Grade 2 Fountain of Youth, where he finished third by 2.25 lengths behind two contenders in the Belmont Stakes. But the Fountain of Youth was a two-turn race, and the Woody Stephens is a sprint. Solitude Dude is 4-0 in his four sprints and 2-0 at seven furlongs. Lastly, he has back-to-back blazing-fast workouts in Saratoga heading into the Woody Stephens.  #7 Journalism (5-2) While Journalism’s third at the Grade 2 Oaklawn in his 2026 debut was disappointing, there’s no shame in losing to White Abarrio and Sovereignty. The former was the 2023 Breeders’ Cup Classic champion, and the latter won the 2025 Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes and Travers Stakes. Journalism has run a Beyer of 101+ in five races in a row and eight of his last nine, all against graded company. He was the betting favorite for all three Triple Crown races last year. Journalism has the fastest "late speed" in this field, and his neighbor, #6 Knightsbridge, has the fastest "early speed". Essentially, my handicap is that Journalism can draft Knightsbridge around the course and outkick the rest of the field on the closing stretch. #5 Deterministic (7-2) His jockey, Kendrick Carmouche, is popular and profitable in Saratoga during the summer meets, and Deterministic has won four straight races since Carmouche started riding him last year. Those races included the Grade 1 Fort Marcy this year and last, and the 2025 Grade 1 Four Star Dave and the 2025 Manhattan, both at Saratoga. So, Deterministic is a horse for the course coming in with excellent form. #7 Commandment (6-1)  I’m a little sketched out that Commandment is getting another jockey change for a fourth straight race. Otherwise, I love his 6-1 morning-line odds for several reasons. First, Commandment went off at roughly the same price in the 2026 Kentucky Derby, which had a deeper field. Second, he was the betting favorite in the first four of his six career races and the second-betting favorite in the other. CHERIE DEVAUX REFLECTS ON MAKING KENTUCKY DERBY HISTORY AS FIRST FEMALE TRAINER TO WIN THE RACE Third, the Brad Cox trainee had a four-race winning streak entering the Derby, including the Grade 2 Fountain of Youth and Grade 1 Florida Derby, where he beat the second-betting choice for the Belmont, #3 Chief Wallabe (3-1). Fourth, Commandment’s 101 Beyer speed figure in the Fountain of Youth is the fastest in this field and his 100 Beyer in the Florida Derby is tied for second. So, at his best, Commandment is the fastest horse in this race and is tied for the fourth-best price in a nine-horse field. #4 Renegade (2-1) If I weren’t philosophically opposed to betting this short of a favorite at Saratoga, the "Graveyard of Champions," then I’d take Renegade here. I’ve heard many horse handicappers who are way sharper than me say that Renegade ran the best race at the Kentucky Derby but got the "worst trip". After all, he ran out of the No. 1 post at the Derby and there have only been eight horses to win from the No. 1 post since 1930, and the last horse was Ferdinand 40 years ago. But Renegade is the rightful favorite in the Belmont, and has hit the board in all six starts: Two wins, three seconds and one third. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! His jockey, Irad Ortiz Jr., is one of the winningest jockeys every year during Saratoga’s summer meet. However, because of his price, I’m only using Renegade in my trifecta and Pick 5.   #9 Golden Tempo (9-2) Lining up on the outside and having the slowest "early pace" in this field will allow Golden Tempo to run his race. Remember, he came from out of nowhere to win the Derby and Golden Tempo could get a similar trip in the Belmont. Or at least that’s my working theory. He is tied for the fastest "late speed" in this race with Renegade, the first-betting choice, and can sneak into the trifecta at the wire.  _____________________________ Follow me on X @Geoffery-Clark, and check out my OutKick Bets Podcast for more betting content and random rants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2448caee6011c3f4eb93e7 The Trump administration might take an equity stake in OpenAI te 2026-06-06T16:20:26.495Z The Trump administration might take an equity stake in OpenAI President Donald Trump said he's discussing deals "where the American people can benefit from the success of AI." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24441eee6011c3f4eb9395 Benjamin Hall tackles grueling One World Trade Center climb on prosthetic legs to honor fallen heroes te 2026-06-06T16:00:30.649Z Benjamin Hall tackles grueling One World Trade Center climb on prosthetic legs to honor fallen heroes Fox News' Benjamin Hall is preparing to conquer more than 2,000 steps to the top of One World Trade Center on Sunday, climbing alongside the very doctor who saved Hall's life when he was critically wounded in Ukraine. Speaking on "Fox & Friends Weekend," Hall and military trauma surgeon Dr. Joe Alderete explained why they're taking on the challenge for the 10th annual Tunnel to Towers Tower Climb. "If I have to crawl to get to the very top, I will crawl to get to the top because we need to show that we're there alongside all these people," Hall said Saturday. On Sunday, Hall will climb to the top of One World Trade Center in New York City to raise money for Gold Star families and the families of fallen first responders. Hall will make the climb, which is more than 2,000 steps and 104 stories, on prosthetic legs to send the message to others facing difficult circumstances that they can keep going. A SEASON OF HOPE: T2T'S GIFT OF INDEPENDENCE AND DIGNITY FOR INJURED HEROES "If I can climb to the top of the skyscraper on prosthetic legs, then maybe that sends a message to anyone else who's gone through something difficult," Hall said. "It doesn't matter if you've been hurt. You pick yourself up, and you can keep climbing." TRUMP ANNOUNCES HIGHEST CIVILIAN HONOR FOR 9/11 HERO REMEMBERED AS THE 'MAN IN THE RED BANDANA' In March 2022, while covering the war in Ukraine, Hall and his crew were hit by Russian missiles outside Kyiv while traveling in a car. Fox News photojournalist Pierre Zakrzewski and Ukrainian journalist Oleksandra Kuvshynova were killed in the attack. Hall was left fighting for his life and required amputations on both legs. Dr. Alderete described Hall after the attack, saying he was different from other severely injured patients he's seen. "Ben had a different look in his eyes that really told Colonel Jennifer Gurney and I, fellow trauma surgeon, that this is somebody who's not [going to] be broken," Alderete said, adding, "So it doesn't surprise me that we're here today." DOG SAVED FROM ISIS BY ARMY VETERAN 'KIDNAPPED' FROM FAMILY YARD BY LOCAL AUTHORITIES The Tunnel to Towers event honors the lives and sacrifices of those killed in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The foundation was created in honor of Stephen Siller, an off-duty firefighter who sacrificed his life to save others at the Twin Towers. The climb takes place just months ahead of the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Hall and Dr. Alderete will join 1,250 participants who are taking on the challenge to support the organization's mission to provide mortgage-free homes to families of fallen heroes. "My injuries don't matter. It doesn't matter how injured I was. I got back to my family. But these people did not," Hall said. "And so we're raising money for the families of those who did not come home, and so we should all be part of their growing family now." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2442baee6011c3f4eb931c Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water te 2026-06-06T15:54:34.329Z Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water Motorists and airline passengers aren't the only travelers thinking about high fuel prices as summer vacations near. Recreational boaters are feeling a pinch from the Iran war too. The ethanol-free gasoline that many boats prefer is even more expensive than… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2442a4ee6011c3f4eb930a Omega Combat Genesis to bring combat competition to Lake Havasu City te 2026-06-06T15:54:12.327Z Omega Combat Genesis to bring combat competition to Lake Havasu City Lake Havasu City and the surrounding area has many talented fighters looking for the chance to compete in the ring. The chance for local amateurs to compete close to home has now been given with Omega Combat Genesis. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24428dee6011c3f4eb9301 Lake Havasu City hosts regional emergency vehicle technician training te 2026-06-06T15:53:49.770Z Lake Havasu City hosts regional emergency vehicle technician training Lake Havasu City recently hosted a regional Emergency Vehicle Technician training event, bringing fleet professionals and emergency vehicle technicians from across Arizona, Nevada and surrounding communities together for specialized instruction and certification testing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a244278ee6011c3f4eb92f8 Lake Havasu City plans summer events for America’s 250th anniversary te 2026-06-06T15:53:28.325Z Lake Havasu City plans summer events for America’s 250th anniversary Lake Havasu City will mark America’s 250th anniversary this summer with a slate of recreation programs, patriotic events and family activities in June and July. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a244263ee6011c3f4eb92ef Hikers rescued from SARA Park trails after heat exhaustion te 2026-06-06T15:53:07.286Z Hikers rescued from SARA Park trails after heat exhaustion Lake Havasu City firefighters rescued a group of hikers Wednesday after they became fatigued in extreme heat near SARA Park and could not make it back to the trailhead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24424eee6011c3f4eb92e6 Airport runway closure rescheduled as seal coat project enters final phase te 2026-06-06T15:52:46.332Z Airport runway closure rescheduled as seal coat project enters final phase The second and final phase of Lake Havasu City Airport’s runway and taxiway seal coat project has been rescheduled to begin at 5:30 a.m. Friday, June 12, weather permitting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24421aee6011c3f4eb92bb Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals will continue to see the offenses pepper goalies with shots te 2026-06-06T15:51:54.409Z Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals will continue to see the offenses pepper goalies with shots If you have stopped paying attention to hockey, or just don't enjoy watching it, you are missing out. Hockey has been fantastic in the postseason, as it always is. And the Stanley Cup Final has given us two great games already. I hope this one goes the distance as we have two solid teams duking it out for the Cup. The Carolina Hurricanes were almost down 0-2, and then it was almost like a light switch was flipped on for the team. The Hurricanes were scoreless going into the third period. They went 50 minutes of the game before they started lighting the lamps. Then, when they finally broke through, they turned the home stadium into a frenzy. SETH JARVIS SCORES OVERTIME GAME-WINNER AS HURRICANES STORM BACK FROM 2-0 DEFICIT TO EVEN STANLEY CUP FINAL The team put together three unanswered goals, turning a 2-0 deficit into a 3-2 lead. In overtime, the team capitalized once again on a power play and put the puck in the net to even the series 1-1. It is worth noting that the Hurricanes did a good job of keeping the Golden Knights in a good spot to be able to steal the game. It wasn't pretty, giving up goals in both of the periods, but the defense came through. Frederik Andersen also did his part. Sure, he gave up a late goal, but this was a better performance than in Game 1. The Vegas Golden Knights probably will kick themselves about this game if they do lose the Final. This is one they were in full control of for the majority of the game. The third period turned out to be a disaster. Outside of five minutes in the game, you probably could make a strong case that the Golden Knights were the clear best team in the game. They also had a goal waved off, and that obviously would've changed the course of the game. To their credit, even without the goal issue, they still found a way to tie up the game late. The problem ended up being the power play goals they allowed. It was a tie-breaking goal both times, and in overtime, it was a game-winning goal. What made matters worse in this situation was that because of the goalie interference call that waved off their goal, it allowed that power play to happen. It was essentially a two-goal swing. For Game 3, the series now shifts to Las Vegas. The Golden Knights at home this season are 20-12-9. In the postseason, they've gone 6-2. The Hurricanes haven't lost a game on the road in the postseason. They also haven't looked like quite as dominant of a team in these first two games of the series. Tonight, I think the best look is over 5.5 goals. The first two games have seen nine and seven goals, respectively. Even with the series shifting over to Vegas, I think the teams' offenses will keep rolling. In Game 1, the offenses were clearly in control. In Game 2, even if we take out the two power play goals, there were five in the net, and one additional waved off. I like the over once again. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a244202ee6011c3f4eb9289 Az ‘Honor Flight’ vets reflect on D-Day te 2026-06-06T15:51:30.324Z Az ‘Honor Flight’ vets reflect on D-Day Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2441eeee6011c3f4eb9280 A jacket, a coin, a letter − relics of Omaha Beach battle tell story of D-Day 80 years later te 2026-06-06T15:51:10.329Z A jacket, a coin, a letter − relics of Omaha Beach battle tell story of D-Day 80 years later Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2441daee6011c3f4eb9277 D-Day: 5 facts to know te 2026-06-06T15:50:50.405Z D-Day: 5 facts to know Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2441c6ee6011c3f4eb926d D‑day’s secret weapon: How wetland science stopped Normandy landings from getting bogged down te 2026-06-06T15:50:30.410Z D‑day’s secret weapon: How wetland science stopped Normandy landings from getting bogged down Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243f6dee6011c3f4eb922c Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland te 2026-06-06T15:40:29.608Z 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 hard launches and Hollywood revelations. 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/6a243d61ee6011c3f4eb91c0 AI vs human war has already begun, as robot kicks child in martial arts demonstration in China te 2026-06-06T15:31:45.599Z AI vs human war has already begun, as robot kicks child in martial arts demonstration in China Most of my time as a writer is spent bemoaning the current state of college football or breaking down obscure scenes from "The Sopranos" that no one has thought about for 20 years, but occasionally I like to stray from my lanes and venture into some weird territory. One vertical I have found myself occupying fairly frequently as of late is the artificial intelligence debate and whether we are all doomed to an eternity of servitude under our robot overlords. Yes, much like the guy standing on the corner brandishing the "End Is Near" sign, I have tried my best to warn you all that AI is coming for us all in the end, and earlier this week I received a much-needed piece of validation from China. A robot adorned with a clown wig was putting on quite the martial arts demonstration at a popular tourist destination in Xinjiang, when a young onlooker almost became an unwilling victim of the upcoming war between humans and AI. CHINESE ROBOT'S KUNG FU MOVES WILL MAKE YOUR JAW DROP First and foremost, as was first reported by Shanghai Daily, the child was not seriously injured, so if your first instinct was to fear retribution for laughing at the visual of a humanoid robot doing a Rex-Kwan-Do routine in a clown wig and rocking some little kid in the chest, then worry not. He's fine! I also love the immediate reaction from Jack-AI Chan after making hard contact with the kid's diaphragm. APOCALYPSE NOW? WHY THE MEDIA ARE SUDDENLY FREAKING OUT ABOUT AI It looks like a toddler that just got caught with its hand in the cookie jar, standing perfectly still before realizing what it had done and taking a few steps back before a nervous little dance. I thought that sequence looked familiar, because it's basically what my two-year-old son does every time he knows he did something wrong. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! In fairness to RoboClown, that kid was standing directly in the path of its kicks. Someone probably should have grabbed that kid before he went home with a mechanical footprint stamped onto his rib cage, but all's well that ends well, I suppose. Just remember this video 50 years from now when you're teaching your underground history class to a young team of resistance fighters during the AI Wars. When someone asks who fired the first shots of the conflict, show them the video their history books omitted, and Godspeed to all of you who never say "please" and "thank you" in your ChatGPT prompts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243d4dee6011c3f4eb91b7 Federal agents arrest anti-ICE agitators during chaotic Delaney Hall confrontations caught on video te 2026-06-06T15:31:25.600Z Federal agents arrest anti-ICE agitators during chaotic Delaney Hall confrontations caught on video Shocking video captured the moments at least two anti-ICE agitators were arrested outside Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, Friday, during riotous confrontations. The chaotic scene unfolded Friday night as a caravan of cars rushed out of the immigrant detention center while agitators blocked them. Cars pushed through the crowd, hitting at least one person as agitators continued banging, kicking and blocking government vehicles. Agitators could be heard shouting, "Let's go coward," "F--- you," "Are you proud of yourself a------" and "quit your f------ job." An agent directly addressed one agitator, saying, "What did you say? You're going to kill me?" before appearing to detain the person. ANTI-ICE AGITATORS THROW WOODEN PALLETS, MATTRESSES AT FEDERAL AGENTS DURING CHAOTIC NJ DETENTION CENTER CLASH ICE agents were attempting to push crowds back to remove barricades that would allow cars to pass through. At least two people were seen on video being detained by authorities. Witnesses confirmed pepper spray was deployed during the incident. WATCH: POLICE ABSENT FROM DELANEY HALL CHAOS AS AGITATORS BLOCK ICE VEHICLES AND AGENTS USE PEPPER SPRAY The night of violence followed a decision Thursday by Newark Mayor Ras Baraka to remove law enforcement resources from outside Delaney Hall, beginning Friday. "ICE increased its presence and engaged protesters in ways that escalated tensions and led to unnecessary confrontation," Baraka wrote in a statement. "It is not the responsibility of the Newark Police Division to secure a private facility. We have made clear to the GEO Group, who has its own private security firm, that securing their facility is their responsibility, not the City’s. Our intention was never to protect Delaney Hall or HSI but to bring calm." The mayor went on to call it "a clear contradiction" to remain outside the facility. FAR-LEFT MAYOR ARRESTED AT ICE FACILITY DENIES IMPEDING LAW ENFORCEMENT, SAYS PROTEST 'ABSOLUTELY' EFFECTIVE "We will not continue to spend resources and tax dollars in an already strapped budget to safeguard a privately-owned facility, especially when it places our officers at unnecessary risk," he said. "Nor will we ask our officers to engage in practices that contradict our values of fairness, restraint and respect for human rights." Just over a year ago, in May 2025, Baraka was arrested himself for allegedly storming Delaney Hall alongside New Jersey lawmakers LaMonica McIver, Bonnie Watson Coleman and Rob Menendez. Baraka was handcuffed, detained for five hours and formally charged with trespassing. Baraka's attorneys at the time maintained that the mayor was exercising his First Amendment rights and "acted throughout with calm, restraint and dignity in a law-abiding manner." The federal trespassing charge was later dismissed by U.S. Attorney Alina Habba, who was nominated by President Donald Trump. Despite the arrest, Baraka was reelected by constituents last month, winning more than 50% of the vote. The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243d36ee6011c3f4eb9198 The Bidens Are Back, in Bookstores and a South Dakota Speech on Trump te 2026-06-06T15:31:02.571Z The Bidens Are Back, in Bookstores and a South Dakota Speech on Trump The re-emergence of the former first family has been fraught for some Democrats who just want to move on. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243d20ee6011c3f4eb917e Remembering a forgotten World War II story te 2026-06-06T15:30:40.492Z Remembering a forgotten World War II story Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243b45ee6011c3f4eb9140 World Cup stadium workers vote to authorize strike days before tournament citing ICE concerns te 2026-06-06T15:22:45.212Z World Cup stadium workers vote to authorize strike days before tournament citing ICE concerns SoFi Stadium workers have voted to authorize a strike just a week before hosting the United States Men's National Soccer Team for the World Cup. The UNITE HERE Local 11 union has been negotiating with Legends Global amid a stalled deal, and a large concern remains U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's role at the stadium during World Cup games. Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said this week the U.S. Department of Homeland Security told him federal authorities would be at the matches to assist with security but not civil immigration enforcement. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Any of that is subject to change, but I have trust that they're giving me the appropriate information because if that starts occurring, we're going to have a whole new host of problems," he added. "What good is the World Cup for Los Angeles when workers don’t earn enough to pay the rent and must choose between showing up and being kidnapped by ICE?" said Kurt Petersen, co-president of UNITE HERE Local 11. "If we’re forced to strike, those $100,000 FIFA suites will have nothing but bottled water and Doritos." A press release on Friday, according to The Athletic, said negotiations are expected to continue Monday. "Workers must have the right to walk off the job if federal immigration enforcement enters the stadium and creates a reasonable fear for their safety — no worker should have to choose between their job and their freedom," the release said. The union also wants "pay that reflects the true cost of living in Los Angeles, including premium pay for World Cup and other mega-events, and payment to a housing fund to build housing for hospitality workers." MEXICO GOLD CUP SOCCER GAME IN LOS ANGELES SEES ANTI-ICE PROTESTERS DEMONSTRATE OUTSIDE STADIUM Legends Global, which handles hospitality at SoFi, said the company has a long-standing relationship with the union and is committed to reaching an agreement through contract negotiations. "We look forward to delivering an outstanding hospitality experience for fans at the FIFA World Cup matches at SoFi Stadium," the company said in a statement Wednesday. The union issued a complaint to the California attorney general, stating that workers could be at risk of being targeted by ICE due to FIFA's accreditation process. ICE acting director Todd Lyons has said that it would play a "key part" in ensuring security during the tournament, something Luna confirmed. Community groups in other World Cup host cities such as Atlanta and Miami also have called for a halt to U.S. immigration enforcement during the matches, fearing arrests near stadiums and watch parties could dampen the festivities. SoFi Stadium will host eight matches. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243b31ee6011c3f4eb9137 Parents who lost children to college hazing spent 4,000 days fighting for federal law in new documentary te 2026-06-06T15:22:25.216Z Parents who lost children to college hazing spent 4,000 days fighting for federal law in new documentary Parents who spent over a decade fighting for justice following the tragic loss of their children in college hazing rituals are telling their story on the world stage in a new documentary. In "4000 Days," three grieving families share how they came together to draw attention to the dangers of hazing and push for legislative reform to protect other students and families from similar heartache. "'4000 Days' is not only a story of loss — it's a testament to love, resilience, and the power of ordinary people to transform tragedy into lasting impact, ensuring no other family has to endure the same pain," the film's synopsis says. The title represents the number of days it took for the parents to get major legislation, the bipartisan Stop Campus Hazing Act, signed into law. VIRAL BODYCAM VIDEO SHOWS DOZENS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS BLINDFOLDED IN BASEMENT OVER ALLEGED HAZING INCIDENT The documentary will be making its world premiere at this year's Tribeca Film Festival on June 10 in New York City. Gary and Julie DeVercelly, one of the families featured in the film, have never stopped telling the story of their son, Gary Jr., who died while pledging a fraternity at Rider University in 2007. Since his death, they have visited Capitol Hill countless times to push for federal hazing legislation. They've also fought for reform at the state level. In 2023, they backed California's AB 299, which would allow hazing victims' families to sue colleges and universities civilly if the institutions knew or "should have known" about dangerous hazing practices. The bill was ultimately vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, though a revamped version later passed. OHIO HS FACES FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS LAWSUIT OVER HAZING, SEXUAL ASSAULT ALLEGATIONS FROM FORMER FOOTBALL PLAYER The DeVercellys told Fox News Digital that even though telling Gary Jr.'s story is painful, it is a price they willingly pay to protect other families and students. "When I think of Gary, I can't help at first just think about his warm, gentle, and loving nature. You know, he had a smile that lit up the room," Julie DeVercelly said. "We miss him dearly." "Early on, we agreed that we would do anything to help prevent other families having to go through what we've gone through," Gary DeVercelly added. "So tearing the wound open, constantly telling our story — we knew that that was going to be part of the package going in. And it was just a price that we were willing to pay." FAMILY OF COLLEGE STUDENT WHO DIED IN NASHVILLE FILES WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT AGAINST FRATERNITY The couple hopes "4000 Days" will expose a wider audience to the tragedies families like theirs have suffered, as well as the uphill battle they've faced trying to pass a federal bill. "I think the world is really going to have their eyes opened in ways that it's never been," Julie DeVercelly said. "And it's just the beginning." Director Daniel E. Catullo III also spoke to Fox News Digital ahead of the film's premiere, noting that his involvement in college hazing projects happened by accident. A music documentary filmmaker for over 20 years, Catullo pivoted after a fraternity death occurred at his alma mater, West Virginia University (WVU). DEADLY WAKE-UP CALL: ALLEGED FRAT HAZING ELECTROCUTION HIGHLIGHTS STUDENT DANGERS IN OFF-CAMPUS HOMES After making an Emmy-winning documentary about the 2014 death of Nolan Burch at WVU, Catullo found himself thrust into a completely new role. "All of a sudden, I became kind of the hazing guy," Catullo said, adding that other grieving parents quickly began reaching out to him for help. As he began documenting their efforts, Catullo realized how much resistance the families faced. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "I want to put a spotlight for parents on how broken the system is, because they were just fighting for something simple, transparency," Catullo said. He credits the parents' perseverance for the eventual legislative victory, adding, "I think they realized these families weren't going anywhere. They were going to keep coming back." Eric and Linda Oakes, whose son Adam died from hazing at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2021, and TJ and Kim Burch, whose son Nolan died in 2014, also tell their stories in the film. Both families have created foundations in remembrance of their sons to provide educational resources about the dangers of college hazing. "I think people need to see what real heroes they are," Catullo said of the families in his documentary. "Because I don't know about you, but if my son or daughter died, I don't think I can go out and talk about it every day, and they live in that nightmare every day to help other people." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243b1dee6011c3f4eb912e Tom Hardy's 'Mobland' drama tops Hollywood's most notorious on-set meltdowns and feuds te 2026-06-06T15:22:05.216Z Tom Hardy's 'Mobland' drama tops Hollywood's most notorious on-set meltdowns and feuds Long before reports surfaced about Tom Hardy's alleged behavior on the set of "Mobland," Hollywood had no shortage of stories about stars whose tempers, clashes and behind-the-scenes drama made headlines. Hardy reportedly kept production stalled by staying in his trailer for hours at a time, often leaving co-stars Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren idle on set. "He refused to come out of his trailer for hours at a time," a source told The Hollywood Reporter. "He kept the cast waiting, [which is] a power play. Keeping Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren and others waiting is career suicide, I would wager." 'MOBLAND' STAR TOM HARDY REPORTEDLY FRUSTRATED BY LATE SCRIPTS AS SHOW TENSIONS ERUPT While many of the biggest on-set incidents unfolded years ago, the stories have endured, fueled by leaked recordings, public feuds and candid admissions from the stars themselves. From Christian Bale's leaked meltdown to Russell Crowe's reputation for confrontation, some of the industry's biggest names have faced claims that their on-set conduct crossed the line. The latest claims echoed past reports from the set of "Mad Max: Fury Road," where director George Miller later acknowledged friction between Hardy and co-star Charlize Theron during the movie’s grueling shoot. Miller claimed the squabble stemmed from Theron and Hardy being "two very different performers."  "Tom has a damage to him but also a brilliance that comes with it, and whatever was going on with him at the time, he had to be coaxed out of his trailer," Miller said, according to The Hollywood Reporter. "Whereas Charlize was incredibly disciplined — a dancer by training, which told in the precision of her performance — and always the first one on set. "I’m an optimist, so I saw their behavior as mirroring their characters, where they had to learn to cooperate in order to ensure mutual survival," Miller added. "There’s no excuse for it, and I think there’s a tendency in this business to use great performances as an excuse for other disruption that could be avoided." Bale famously went off on cinematographer Shane Hurlbut while filming "Terminator Salvation" in 2008. The four-minute tirade, that occurred after Hurlbut walked into Bale's eyeline during a scene. was leaked and went viral. He later apologized and chalked his behavior up to a bad week and getting too into character. Although he acknowledged his conduct was "inexcusable." "There is nobody who has heard that tape who has been hit harder than me," he said during an appearance on the Los Angeles radio station KROQ. "The one thing that disturbs me so much is that I've heard a lot of people saying that I seem to think that I'm better than anybody else," he said. "Nothing could be farther from the truth. I am a lucky man, I never forget that, and that is why I put so much into what I do, and why I care so much about it and why sometimes that enthusiasm just goes awry." MERYL STREEP HAD SECRET 'BEEF' WITH GOLDIE HAWN WHILE FILMING 90S' HORROR COMEDY FILM Crowe's reputation was on full display during a recent autograph signing. "Are you listening?" he told the fans in May, per a video obtained by Fox News Digital. "Stay where you are. Don’t f---ing push in on me, I’ll come to you. Give everybody space. As soon as somebody’s a d---, I’m going. You got me? Clear?" Crowe's blunt warning echoed the tough-guy image that has followed him throughout much of his career. However, not everyone has been critical of Crowe's intensity. "Russell has a reputation of being difficult, and what I speculate is that he’s difficult when he’s not trusting," "L.A. Confidential" director Curtis Hanson told Variety in 2010.  By 2024, the "Gladiator" star was able to acknowledge he might have been acting like "a d---" all those years. "I’ve got a s--- ton of regrets," he told GQ. "An angry word, an overreaction, a missed opportunity for friendship — lots of things like that. But all of those things are in perspective, because I’ve done lots of really cool s--- too. My regrets are, in a way, badges of honor. Having the ability to have that introspection and go, ‘You know, the other day you were a f---ing d---, mate. Do your best not to be a f---ing d--- like that again.'" CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER LaBeouf reportedly created issues on set filming "Don't Worry Darling" in 2020, leading to reports he had been fired from the movie. "I say this as someone who is such an admirer of his work," Olivia Wilde told Variety. "His process was not conducive to the ethos that I demand in my productions. He has a process that, in some ways, seems to require a combative energy, and I don’t personally believe that is conducive to the best performances. I believe that creating a safe, trusting environment is the best way to get people to do their best work. Ultimately, my responsibility is to the production and to the cast to protect them. That was my job." However, LaBeouf later claimed he actually "quit the film due to lack of rehearsal time." In emails obtained by Variety, LaBeouf told the director: "You and I both know the reasons for my exit. I quit your film because your actors and I couldn’t find time to rehearse." The claim made by Wilde echoed sentiment shared by Scott Eastwood after filming "Fury" alongside LaBeouf in 2013. "[LaBeouf] got mad at me, and it turned into a volatile moment that Brad Pitt ultimately got in the middle of," Eastwood told Business Insider. "I never think your process as an actor should ever hinder how people are treated on set," Eastwood added. "It should always enhance the production, not take away and put people in a situation where it’s a s----y work environment, or you’re rude or people have to be in an uncomfortable situation. You got to put things in perspective. This is make-believe, it’s fun, and at times it’s serious, and you’re doing emotional work, and you give people space to do that in, but everything has to have its parameters." SHIA LABEOUF 'NOT INTO' REHAB PUSH, CITES 'SMALL MAN COMPLEX' FOR MARDI GRAS BRAWL Murray built up a reputation for being difficult to work with after his spat with "Saturday Night Live" co-star Chevy Chase. He infamously clashed with "Groundhog Day" director Harold Ramis, and production on "Being Mortal" was suspended after complaints were made over Murray's behavior. Murray expressed regret over his behavior during an appearance on CNBC in 2022. "The world is different than it was when I was a little kid. You know, what I always thought was funny as a little kid isn't necessarily the same as what's funny now," he said at the time. "Things change, and the times change, so it’s important for me to figure it out. And I think the most important thing is that it’s best for the other person. I thought about it, and if it’s not best for the other person, doesn’t matter what happens for me." Kilmer, who died in 2025, was notoriously difficult to work with on multiple films, including "Top Gun," "Batman Forever," "Tombstone" and "The Doors." "Batman Forever" director Joel Schumacher told Entertainment Weekly in 1996 that Kilmer was both "childish and impossible" to deal with while filming the 1995 installment. "[Kilmer] was being irrational and ballistic with the first AD, the cameraman, the costume people," Schumacher claimed. "He was badly behaved, he was rude and inappropriate. I was forced to tell him that this would not be tolerated for one more second." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "The Doors" director Oliver Stone later said Kilmer's personality "was not easy to get along with." "Creative people are often self-involved, and there was a fair amount of stuff you’d expect to see from an eccentric young actor in Hollywood — although, even by those standards, Val was pretty out there," the filmmaker claimed to RogerEbert.com in 2025. Before his death, Kilmer admitted his on-set behavior was "foolish." "I understand that now," he added during a 2017 Ask Me Anything session on Reddit. "And sometimes when you are the head of a project and the lead actor is usually the reason a film is being made, unless it’s a superstar director, then it’s only fair to make people feel good and happy they are at work. I was often unhappy trying to make pictures better." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243b09ee6011c3f4eb9125 Bill Maher dismisses tumult at CBS, rejects idea that Scott Pelley was 'a national treasure’ te 2026-06-06T15:21:45.288Z Bill Maher dismisses tumult at CBS, rejects idea that Scott Pelley was 'a national treasure’ Bill Maher pushed back on Sen. Chris Murphy's claims about political influence over "60 Minutes" during Friday's episode of "Real Time with Bill Maher," challenging the Connecticut Democrat's argument that President Donald Trump and his allies are reshaping major media companies to favor the administration. "When I see actual evidence of that, I’ll be on your side," Maher said. The HBO host also downplayed the impact of the tumult at CBS and "60 Minutes," saying, "I don’t feel like Scott Pelley was a national treasure. Companies change hands all the time." He added, "I feel like we see everything through such a partisan lens. ‘Oh my God! ’60 Minutes' has a new cast!’ So does ‘Saturday Night Live!’" Murphy had argued that the controversy surrounding CBS News and "60 Minutes" was part of a larger pattern involving the White House, corporate ownership and media pressure. "Trump is using the powers that he has available as president of the United States to install only friendly ownership at the big media companies," Murphy said. "He’s using regulatory powers to punish people who oppose him." Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment. Fox News Digital also reached out to CBS for comment.  '60 MINUTES' STAFF READY TO MOVE FORWARD FROM PARAMOUNT-TRUMP SETTLEMENT, BUT CONCERNS CARRY ON Maher responded by saying Murphy was making a sweeping statement about one of the most prominent news programs in the country. "That’s a big charge that you just made, that ‘60 Minutes’ itself and CBS itself is now completely MAGA," Maher said. "I don’t see it that way." The senator disputed the host's characterization of "60 Minutes" being totally MAGA.  '60 MINUTES' REPORTER LASHES OUT AT BARI WEISS AFTER SEGMENT ON EL SALVADOR PRISON YANKED AT LAST MINUTE Murphy said his concern was not limited to what viewers see on air, but also what they might not see. "Part of what the allegation is, is that they are killing stories that would be embarrassing for the president," Murphy said. "So it’s hard to know what you’re missing in a censorship environment." Maher, who watches "60 Minutes" regularly, said he had not seen a clear change in the program's reporting. "I watch ‘60 Minutes’ every week. I have since I was a kid," Maher said. "If I didn’t hear all the buzz in the media, if I didn’t read about it all the time, would I ever notice that it was any different? I don’t think I would." When Murphy continued to argue that media institutions were being pressured, Maher said he had seen recent "60 Minutes" segments that were still critical of Trump. CBS ANCHORS SALUTE OUTGOING '60 MINUTES' PRODUCER, SAY EFFORT TO SETTLE TRUMP LAWSUIT TIED TO CORPORATE MERGER Maher also rejected the idea that a change in personnel at the CBS newsmagazine automatically proved political interference. "Companies change hands all the time," Maher said. "People bring in their own people, their new ownership. Just because something changes doesn’t mean, I feel like we see everything through such a partisan lens." Maher then said he was not persuaded that the departure of veteran correspondent Scott Pelley should be treated as proof that the program had been compromised. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Murphy broadened the argument beyond "60 Minutes," saying CBS had also changed in other ways. "It’s not just ‘60 Minutes,’" Murphy said. "They literally took down his chief late night critic. CBS News at 6:30 does sound and feel different." Fellow guest Susan Rice, the former United States ambassador to the United Nations, agreed with Murphy's broader concern. "I feel it, too," she said.  Maher said he agreed with the larger point that Trump posed a threat to the press, but said he was not ready to make that judgment about "60 Minutes" without clearer evidence. "He’s a danger to media. He’s a danger to freedom of speech," Maher said. "But just ‘60 Minutes,’ I don’t know." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243af5ee6011c3f4eb911c Platner supporter Khanna calls Senate hopeful's past relationships 'toxic,' but says he deserves 'redemption' te 2026-06-06T15:21:25.289Z Platner supporter Khanna calls Senate hopeful's past relationships 'toxic,' but says he deserves 'redemption' BAR HARBOR, Maine - Graham Platner's past relationships were "toxic and volatile," Rep. Ro Khanna of California says of the Senate Democratic candidate aiming to unseat longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in one of this year's most crucial ballot box showdowns. But Khanna, a progressive leader from California who along with Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont is backing Platner, argued in a Fox News Digital interview on Friday night that Platner is "taking accountability" for his past and "we need that redemption in this country." Platner, the military combat veteran and oyster farmer who is considered the Democrats' presumptive nominee ahead of Tuesday's primary in Maine, has been playing defense amid multiple controversies, ranging from inflammatory online comments made on Reddit, a well-publicized and now-covered up tattoo on his chest that resembled a Nazi symbol, to new allegations this week from ex-girlfriends of a history of rape fantasies, heavy drinking and violent episodes. The candidate is arguably facing the roughest stretch to date of his campaign against Collins, in a race that is one of a handful across the country which will decide if the Republicans hold on to their slim Senate majority in this year's midterm elections. THE TEN RACES THAT WILL DETERMINE THE SENATE'S MAJORITY Collins, returning to Maine on Friday after a busy week on Capitol Hill where she reached a milestone by casting her 10,000th consecutive vote in the Senate, was asked by reporters about the latest allegations facing Platner. "The allegations in the latest story are troubling," Collins responded. "And I believe that Graham Platner has a lot of questions to answer." Collins, a moderate Republican who at times votes against President Donald Trump's agenda, is running for a sixth six-year term in the Senate in left-leaning Maine. DEMOCRACY ’26: STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE FOX NEWS ELECTION HUB Speaking with Fox News Digital ahead of a rally with Platner, progressive gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson and congressional contender Matt Dunlap, which was organized by Khanna, the congressman was asked if he was concerned the latest allegations could sink Platner's campaign and hurt Democrats' hopes of winning back the Senate. "I’m more concerned about making it clear that we’re opposed to misogyny, those relationships were toxic and volatile, there’s no excuse for that," Khanna said. "I talked to Graham and he says he was at a very dark period, he had come back from two tours of duty in Iraq as an infantry man seeing violence and death. That doesn’t excuse it." But Khanna added that Platner said "he really grew as a person when he came back to Maine and he was an oyster farmer and he found peace and he is ashamed of that period. To me that suggests someone taking accountability and improving their lives and we need that redemption in this country. And I agree with a lot of his economic policies, that we should be taxing the billionaires, we should be focusing on the working class." 'MAINE, YOU HAVE MY BACK' - PLATNER BLASTS NEW ALLEGATIONS AS 'FALSE ACCUSATIONS' AS HE THANKS SUPPORTERS After Christine Blasey Ford accused then-Supreme Court justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault in 2018, Khanna tweeted, "I stand with Dr. Christine Blasey Ford. Brett Kavanaugh is not fit to sit on the Supreme Court. #BelieveSurvivors." Back on home turf on Friday, the rally was held in this resort town next to Acadia National Park that is close to Platner's hometown of Sullivan, Maine, the candidate thanked a large crowd of supporters for having his back and charged the incoming fire he's facing is "politically motivated." "When hurtful things I said on the internet a decade ago came out into the public as I shared my personal journey through PTSD and darkness of recovery and accountability and growth. Maine had my back," Platner said at a rally. "Now, as every single piece of that past and journey gets dug up, litigated, and weaponized, you have my back. And when politically motivated, serious and false, false accusations are made against me. Maine, you have my back." Platner, who has acknowledged his battle with post-traumatic stress disorder from his multiple tours of duty in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, apologized for his controversial Reddit posts after they made headlines last fall soon after he launched his Senate campaign. And Platner has said he got the skull and crossbones tattoo in 2007 while drinking with fellow Marines stationed in Croatia. He said that he covered up the tattoo with a new design after learning last year that it resembled a Nazi symbol. But new allegations raise questions about Platner's timeline regarding knowledge of the tattoo. ‘HE HATED WOMEN’: EXPLOSIVE ABUSE, NEW NAZI TATTOO ALLEGATIONS FROM EXES ROCK PLATNER'S CAMPAIGN Platner is facing plenty of incoming political fire from Republican groups. A super PAC aligned with Collins has been blasting Platner, running ads spotlighting his multiple controversies. The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC), in a social media post following Friday night's rally, took aim at Platner, charging he's "a fraud" "He's preaching about living a small but decent life growing up in Maine. The truth? Graham Platner is an elitist whose parents sent him to boarding school in Connecticut and bought him a house," the NRSC wrote. And the Republican National Committee (RNC) also targeted Platner. "Graham Platner says his violent and erratic past is being "weaponized" against him. Platner said he would rape someone to show his dominance and "rape was about power," the RNC research team wrote on X, as it pointed to new allegations against the candidate. Platner, as he runs for the Senate, is pushing an economically populist agenda as he takes aim at corporate influences and advocates for the working class. "I agree with a lot of his economic policies, that we should be taxing the billionaires, we should be focusing on the working class," Khanna told Fox News Digital. Platner is considered the all-but-certain Democratic nominee after two-term Gov. Janet Mills, who was backed by longtime Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer and the Democratic Party establishment, dropped out of the race earlier this spring after significantly trailing Platner in fundraising and polling. Mills, in a recent interview, noted that her name remains on the ballot. And a source in her wider political orbit confirmed to Fox News that the governor is receiving calls urging her to get back in the race amid Platner's controversies. But there's no active campaign effort on behalf of Mills. Asked about Mills, Khanna told Fox News Digital: "the great thing about democracy, you can run full steam ahead, you can kind of run ambiguously like Janet Mills, you can keep your name on that campaign. That's why I love American democracy." But he predicted that "Platner is going to come out victorious. And we need to unite and realize that the goal is defeating Susan Collins. And everyone from Schumer to Sanders is unified around that goal. Platner's campaign said that more than 600 people attended the rally. And they touted that they had raked in $200,000 in fundraising the past 24 hours, which they said was their strongest fundraising day since Mills suspended her campaign. WATCH: Maine residents weigh in on Platner amid mounting controversies: Maine voters that Fox News Digital spoke with ahead of the rally were divided on whether Platner's controversies will impact their opinions of the candidate. Jeff from Waterboro, Maine, said, "it's not a good situation" as he pointed to Platner. "I think it's somebody who shouldn't' be in the mix. I am a conservative but he's just got so much damage, if the Democrats want to have a winner, they're going to have to find somebody else. He's not the guy. It's just too much." Ellen from Acton, Maine, who said she is a registered Republican, said, "is he a perfect person? Heck no." But she added, "I think he will go in and do a good job." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243adeee6011c3f4eb90f3 Beyond Instagram: Introducing the next generation of social apps te 2026-06-06T15:21:02.248Z Beyond Instagram: Introducing the next generation of social apps These newer social apps offer alternatives to Big Tech’s feeds, focusing on interests, creativity, and community. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a243ac8ee6011c3f4eb90e4 ‘The first wave went through hell’ – how the 16th Infantry Regiment’s heroism helped bring victory on D‑Day te 2026-06-06T15:20:40.248Z ‘The first wave went through hell’ – how the 16th Infantry Regiment’s heroism helped bring victory on D‑Day Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2433b9ee6011c3f4eb900f National Park Service ranger dies after falling into crevasse on Mount McKinley during climbing patrol te 2026-06-06T14:50:33.286Z National Park Service ranger dies after falling into crevasse on Mount McKinley during climbing patrol A seasonal National Park Service mountaineering ranger died Thursday afternoon after falling into a crevasse on Mount McKinley, marking the latest deadly incident on the treacherous Alaskan peak. The ranger has been identified as Robin Pendery, of Enumclaw, Washington, according to a statement from the National Park Service (NPS). Agency officials said Pendery was conducting a climbing patrol when she suffered a fatal fall near the mountain's 14,000-foot camp at about 2 p.m. local time. TRAGEDY STRIKES AT POPULAR NATIONAL PARK AS CLIMBER MEETS FATAL END ON MOUNTAIN Pendery was actively helping to run the operations at the 14,200-foot camp alongside another ranger, according to a previous park update. NPS personnel launched an immediate rescue effort, but Pendery did not survive the fall.  Authorities said the exact circumstances of the fatal fall are under investigation. FIVE HELICOPTERS NEEDED TO SAVE INJURED SOLO CLIMBER ON CALIFORNIA'S SECOND-HIGHEST PEAK "We are heartbroken by the loss of a member of our Denali family," Denali National Park superintendent Brooke Merrell wrote in a statement. "Our mountaineering rangers dedicate themselves to serving visitors and helping others in one of the most challenging environments in the world. Today, we mourn the loss of a valued colleague, friend and teammate." Pendery had been working as a seasonal mountaineering ranger at Denali National Park and Preserve since 2024, dedicating her time to emergency response, climber safety and high-altitude operations, according to the agency.  Pendery’s death at Mount McKinley, also known as Denali, comes just one week after a separate disaster claimed the lives of three Latvian climbers. RISING CLIMBING STAR PLUNGES TO DEATH FROM YOSEMITE'S EL CAPITAN MID-LIVESTREAM During the prior incident, four members of a seven-person expedition plummeted near Denali Pass, which is known as one of the most hazardous stretches of the mountain. Three climbers — Inese Puceka, Vija Olte and Renars Kunigs-Salaks — died in the fall, while a fourth survived in critical condition, Fox News Digital previously reported.  Rescuers had to use a complex long-line helicopter extraction to save the survivor from a basin at 17,200 feet, as brutal weather conditions and rugged terrain prevented a standard landing. HIKER’S WILDERNESS ADVENTURE ENDS IN TRAGEDY AT POPULAR PARK DESTINATION Towering 20,310 feet above sea level, Denali is considered one of the most challenging climbs in North America. Each year, only about 1,000 to 1,200 climbers attempt to summit the mountain, typically during the peak May and June season. Fewer than half of those who made the attempt last year successfully reached the top. Throughout the national park's history, more than 130 people have died on the mountain. Fox News Digital's Kelly McGreal contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242f07ee6011c3f4eb8f2b Belmont Stakes 2026: What to know about the final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown te 2026-06-06T14:30:31.042Z Belmont Stakes 2026: What to know about the final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown The 158th running of the Belmont Stakes, the final leg of the Triple Crown, will be run on Saturday. However, like the Preakness Stakes, it will not be run at its usual track. The race known as "The Test of the Champion" will be run at Saratoga Race Course for the third straight year, as Belmont Park began undergoing major renovations in 2024. Because the race is being run at an alternate course, it has a shortened distance of 1 1/4 miles, compared with the usual 1 1/2-mile distance at Belmont Park. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Returning to the Belmont Stakes is Golden Tempo, who won the Kentucky Derby. Golden Tempo did not run in the Preakness Stakes. Napoleon Solo won the Preakness Stakes but will not be running in the Belmont Stakes. None of the horses that raced in the Preakness Stakes will race in the Belmont Stakes, meaning no horse will have competed in all three legs of the Triple Crown. Nine horses will compete for the $2 million purse. CHERIE DEVAUX REFLECTS ON MAKING KENTUCKY DERBY HISTORY AS FIRST FEMALE TRAINER TO WIN THE RACE Renegade, who finished second in the Kentucky Derby and is trained by Todd Pletcher, has the best odds at 2-1. Emerging Market, who is trained by Chad Brown, and Commandment, who is trained by Brad Cox, are both at 5-1. Golden Tempo, who won the Kentucky Derby and is trained by Cherie DeVaux, is at 9-2. Chief Wallabee, who is trained by Bill Mott, is at 6-1. Golden Tempo is coming off a five-week break after winning the "Run for the Roses". It is the second straight year that the Kentucky Derby winner skipped the Preakness but ran in the Belmont Stakes, as Sovereignty did last year. Sovereignty ended up winning last year’s Belmont Stakes. GOLDEN TEMPO TRAINER CHERIE DEVAUX CALLS CRITICISM OF PREAKNESS DECISION UNFAIR: 'THE HORSE IS NOT A MACHINE' Golden Tempo arrived in Saratoga last weekend. If Golden Tempo follows in Sovereignty’s footsteps — or hooves in this case — DeVaux will become the first female trainer to win multiple legs of the Triple Crown in the same year. Jena Antonucci made history in 2023 when she became the first female trainer to win the Belmont Stakes, becoming the first female trainer to win a leg of the Triple Crown. Five horses that ran in the Kentucky Derby will run in the Belmont Stakes: Golden Tempo (winner), Chief Wallabee (fourth place), Renegade (second), Commandment (seventh) and Emerging Market (10th). There is a chance of rain in the forecast for Saturday afternoon in Saratoga. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242ce9ee6011c3f4eb8eb0 California lawmaker aims to protect reparations payments to Blacks from taxation te 2026-06-06T14:21:29.608Z California lawmaker aims to protect reparations payments to Blacks from taxation A California lawmaker is trying to make sure reparations payments to Black residents do not get taxed if the effort becomes a reality. "For generations, descendants of formerly enslaved people have been denied both justice and economic opportunity," Assemblymember Tina McKinnor, a Democrat representing Inglewood district, said in a statement announcing the bill aiming to establish the measure. "Reparations are meant to repair harm, not be partially taken back through taxation." Assembly Bill 2186, introduced by McKinnor, would protect future reparations payments or benefits from the state’s personal income taxes, assuming that federal, state or local reparations programs are approved.  CHAOS ERUPTS AT NY REPARATIONS HEARING AS ‘FOUNDATIONAL’ BLACK AMERICANS CLASH WITH LEFT-LEANING GROUPS Per the bill, the measure would apply for "taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, and before January 1, 2032, gross income shall not include any reparations benefit or payment received by a taxpayer during the taxable year."  The bill also states that a "reparations benefit or payment means any monetary payment, grant, trust distribution, debt forgiveness, or other financial compensation…" McKinnor did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. The measure was sent to the California Senate for further review. If passed by the Senate, it would be considered by Gov. Gavin Newsom.  "California is actively preparing for the implementation of reparations programs," McKinnor said. "We must ensure that recipients receive the full benefit of these efforts." Black residents in Evanston, Illinois received payments of $25K to cover housing expenses. Progressive Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich, in March revived the effort for reparations on the federal level through a bill that would set up a commission to "study and distribute land reparations" for the descendants of slaves in the U.S.  CHICAGO MAYOR JOHNSON HOPES TO ENLIST POPE IN REPARATIONS FIGHT AFTER HE APOLOGIZED FOR 'SCOURGE OF SLAVERY' Thanedar, who led an impeachment suit against President Donald Trump and other Trump administration officials, is an original cosponsor of a similar reparations bill introduced by former "Squad" progressive Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., which was not advanced in the GOP-controlled House in 2023. Other cities and states are developing measures to issue reparations in some form, whether that be direct cash payments or any compensation that seeks to rectify historical injustices and discrimination. California was the first in the U.S. among many states and municipalities to establish a reparations commission to study history and issue recommendations on how to compensate Black Americans for slavery. The future of reparations in California appears to be precarious as well, after Newsom rejected several bills to avoid legal issues and none of his potential successors appear to champion reparations in the gubernatorial race.  MAYORS WANT TO KEEP HANDING OUT FREE CASH AFTER FEDERAL FUNDS DRIED UP Lisa Holder, a civil rights attorney and a former member of the state’s Reparations Task Force, reportedly said that advancing reparations would be a long process while advocates search for a champion of the cause.  "You can’t legislate yourself out of 400 years of inequality and injustice. You have to do an entire body of laws to change the systems that have been disparately affecting Black folks for decades," Holder told KQED on Jan. 19. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242cd5ee6011c3f4eb8ea7 Viral boy band insists it's real as immigration fight puts internet fame to government test te 2026-06-06T14:21:09.609Z Viral boy band insists it's real as immigration fight puts internet fame to government test A viral boy band born online is trying to prove it's more than an internet stunt, not just to their fans, but to U.S. immigration officials. After a packed New York City show, Evan Papier, Anthony Key and Zachary Sobania of the famous TikTok group known as Boy Throb told Fox News Digital that their quest to bring bandmate Darshan Magdum from India to America is far more serious than a viral bit. Boy Throb, a pop outfit that boasts 1.3 million followers on TikTok and 916,000 on Instagram, has made it its mission to win a Grammy. The group's social media pages are full of videos of the members singing and dancing to covers of popular songs, plus a few originals, as well as immigration updates set to familiar tracks. They typically appear wearing pink tracksuits and bright yellow sneakers, with Magdum joining the videos via green screen or a cutaway. DRUMMER DETAINED BY CBP BEFORE FLIGHT TO EUROPE FOR BAND'S TOUR But before Boy Throb brings home the golden gramophone, they want to ensure Magdum can join the others on U.S. soil. Known for posting covers of American radio hits in front of a green screen, Magdum submitted his petition for an O-1 nonimmigrant visa and was met with a request for evidence (RFE), an official notice stating that his application needed clarification before a final decision can be made. The band wrote the song "Number One Boy," which it called a "love letter to America," in response. Other releases include the breezy "Can't Stop The Throb" and the anti-bullying anthem "Finger." But to prove their fans were real, the members wanted to bring their performance off social media and into the real world, they said. Thus, "Throbchella presented by Air," in collaboration with Air Creative Operations platform, was born, in a bid to prove to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that they are a legitimate musical ensemble, the boys told Fox News Digital. It was their second-ever live show — their first was at a nursing home. The group's fans, known as "throbbers" or the "throb mob," filled Manhattan's Bowery Ballroom to capacity at the free-to-enter Throbchella in mid-May. "They're waiting for further evidence from us that we're a real band. Do you need that line to go any farther to get further evidence?" Papier said, referencing the line of throbbers wrapped all the way around the block before and during the show. DOCTORS WARN OF ‘LOOKSMAXXING’ DANGERS AFTER INFLUENCER’S LIVESTREAM EMERGENCY "That was the idea, you know, putting this show together. It was to prove that we're a real band, and we had yet to prove that," said Key. "Everything was kind of social media-based, and it's like, 'You know what, let's go to New York City, the home of immigration, and let's put on a show.'" The O-1 visa is intended "for the individual who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally or internationally for those achievements," according to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Fox News Digital reached out to USCIS for comment but did not immediately receive a response. USCIS is not the only group Boy Throb is trying to convince of its legitimacy; many fans remain skeptical as well. The humor resulting from the combination of apparent authenticity, slick social media editing and a compelling mission has prompted speculation among onlookers about the band's true origin. Fans on Reddit and other social media sites theorize that Boy Throb may be propped up by someone established within the industry, like content creator Anthony Po or comedian Nathan Fielder. The boys say they're genuine in their pursuit. The insinuation that Boy Throb is some sort of plant directly harms their mission to prove their legitimacy to the government, Sobania said. DHS OPEN TO DUCK DYNASTY PRODUCER'S PITCH FOR IMMIGRANT-BASED REALITY SHOW: 'HAPPY TO REVIEW' "It's honestly kind of offensive, but we understand that there's going to be all kinds of speculation," Key added. "The authenticity is here with us, and it's something that you can see in all our faces and our performances when we're on stage," Papier said. "It feels like we're in the pop star life right now. I don't think we've realized it ourselves somewhat until right now, like, that we're really making it," he continued. He expressed pride in his bandmates for pushing through scrutiny from many sources. "I just can't believe we've gotten to here today. And I can't wait to see where we go next." Asked whether they had given any thought to how the dynamic might change if Boy Throb achieves their goal of bringing Darshan to the U.S., the boys acknowledged that it might take some getting used to. "I do get worried about that stuff," Papier said. "And I think we have built such a great rapport in person that we know if we're going to be honest, it's going to take a second for us to adjust in person to working together, singing together, dancing together. But we know that it's gonna work. It just takes time." "I just want to say that when he does get here — not if, when — when he gets into America to join us here, we want to make sure that he's welcome. I don't ever want him to feel that he's like the other guy," Key said. "He is a brother with us, even though we haven't even met him personally," he added. "He's such an awesome guy, and I know that he is going to put 110% in, how we all do." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242cc1ee6011c3f4eb8e9e Could Noah's Ark remains be buried in Turkey? New findings revive age-old debate te 2026-06-06T14:20:49.686Z Could Noah's Ark remains be buried in Turkey? New findings revive age-old debate A researcher who believes he's identified the remains of Noah's Ark points to new soil data to support his claims. Andrew Jones, a researcher with Noah's Ark Scans, said in a recent appearance on "Fox & Friends" that the team believes a site in Turkey contains the buried remains of the biblical vessel. The formation, located at the Durupinar site in eastern Turkey, has been studied since it was first identified in the 1950s — and has long been the subject of spirited debate. ANCIENT RITUAL COMPLEX UNEARTHED AT SITE TIED TO BIBLICAL CITY IN EZEKIEL: ‘STILL HOLDS MANY SECRETS’ Some geologists argue the "ark" is a naturally occurring formation — yet other researchers say the latest findings offer new support for the biblical vessel theory. One source of the skepticism: A 1996 paper published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Geoscience Education argued the formation was a natural geological structure, not the remains of Noah's Ark. Speaking to Fox News Digital, Jones said he believes the new results "are perhaps the most compelling evidence for a man-made origin." He added, "The differences between the 'inside' and 'outside' samples are statistically staggering. Organic matter was three times more inside the boat shape versus the soil just right outside." That difference in organic matter, he said, suggests a "massive concentration of decayed carbon-based material" — such as wood, resin or animal matter. ANCIENT ESTATE TIED TO GROUP IN THE BIBLE UNEARTHED WITH ‘FASCINATING’ TREASURES IN ISRAEL But in the 1996 paper, authors Lorence Gene Collins and David Franklin Fasold described previous Noah's Ark claims as "bogus," writing that the site was instead "a natural rock structure." The latest findings center on a newly released soil analysis, which researchers say points to chemical differences consistent with decayed organic material beneath the surface. The soil samples were collected in 2024 and have been analyzed in the months since. "If it was random mountainside earth that came down around a rock, then the soil would be the same," Jones said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Researchers found 38% more potassium inside the boat shape, which is associated with wood ash, as well as an eight-times difference in pH level. Jones said a radical shift in pH "suggests the internal environment has a different chemical history than the surrounding mountainside soil." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "An eight-times difference in pH and three times the organic matter suggests a 'closed system' where biological materials decayed over time, leaching minerals into the surrounding earth and permanently altering its chemistry," he said. The findings will likely fuel further debate over the Durupinar formation. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES But the new data, Jones said, "suggests an internal complexity that is difficult to attribute to natural geological processes." Jones said the team is asking Turkish scientists to do further testing, including core drilling and advanced 3-D mapping. Said Jones, "We’ve moved from asking 'Does it look like a boat?' to 'Why is there a three-layered, right-angled inside structure, carbon-rich boat formation the exact length of Noah's ark given in the Bible buried in the middle of a mountainside in the mountains of Ararat?'" He has also pointed to scan data showing subsurface features within the formation. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Jones told "Fox & Friends" that research has shown "there are tunnels about four meters down and about two meters high, going down the center of the boat and on the inside edge of the hull shape. "We really believe that this layout ... would suggest that it's a man-made object and not just a natural formation," he said. Fox News Digital previously reported on Jones' earlier analyses of potential organic material and anomalies beneath the formation. The research builds on previous 3-D ground penetrating radar scans from 2019 that "struck subsurface features," and found anomalies.  Max Bacall of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242cadee6011c3f4eb8e95 'Teacher's Pet' star Mamie Van Doren says she felt 'used' as young actress navigating Hollywood's dark side te 2026-06-06T14:20:29.762Z 'Teacher's Pet' star Mamie Van Doren says she felt 'used' as young actress navigating Hollywood's dark side Mamie Van Doren isn’t done spilling secrets. The actress and sex symbol has written a new memoir, "You Thought I Was Dead," in which she lays bare her decades-long career in showbiz. The 95-year-old is also the subject of a new documentary about her life that’s currently in production. In her latest tell-all, the star addresses Hollywood's notorious casting couch and how it continues to impact stars today. DENISE RICHARDS PRESSURED TO KEEP SILENT ABOUT ALLEGED SEXUAL HARASSMENT TO AVOID HOLLYWOOD BLACKLIST "Predatory brutes like Bill Cosby and Harvey Weinstein have been ousted, tried and punished by the #MeToo movement," Van Doren wrote. "Women can, and should, feel empowered by the support of their sisters. ... Young women being preyed upon and seduced by rapacious Hollywood producers, stars and studio heads is a tired cliché, but like all clichés, it is based on reality. The casting couch was, and is, part of Hollywood's shameful legacy." "But through all the tears and fears, I am living proof that it is survivable," Van Doren added. Van Doren painted a picture of Hollywood where young actresses were often vulnerable to powerful men. "It was a classic example of the predatory environment in the movie industry during the so-called Golden Age," she wrote. "A new starlet in her first movie was like blood in the water to the male sharks at the studio." WATCH: NEW MARILYN MONROE PHOTOS TAKEN BY CLOSE FRIEND REVEALED IN BOOK Van Doren knows the subject firsthand. Recalling her early years in Hollywood, she described feeling "used" and "guilty," writing, "I was now part of that multitude of stories about the casting couch." "Now I felt drained and exposed. And worst of all, used," she wrote. "How many more lies would I have to tell before I got what I wanted? As I drove home, I asked myself if this was the way I wanted to become a movie star. Tonight, the answer had clearly been that I would f--- for it. But there was a cold, sick knot in the pit of my stomach, signaling that my conscience was weighing in." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "So, did I want to continue this?" she wrote. "'Well, I'm in it now,' I told myself. ... 'Let's see what the next move will be.' I was learning a hard lesson about Hollywood's promise and threat: You may be allowed to reach the heights, but at the same time, you may be cursed or feel powerless and unprotected — and slightly sullied." WATCH: CANDICE DELONG CALLS PLAYBOY PLAYMATE DOROTHY STRATTEN'S KILLER A ‘PSYCHOPATH’ In the book, Van Doren portrays Hollywood as an industry that could be exploitative and disappointing, even after achieving stardom. She described how fellow blonde bombshells, like Marilyn Monroe and Dorothy Stratten, met grim ends, their dreams "swept away and turned into nightmares." "That, boys and girls, is Hollywood," she wrote. "I wake up every day to a new obituary. I have been blessed with a long life. When you reach this point in the hill climb, it's only natural to see one's contemporaries fall by the wayside. Father Time doesn't miss. ... I'll dare to quote the Book of Job, King James Version, 1:15. 'And I only am escaped alone to tell thee.'" Van Doren’s memoir also focuses on experiences far removed from Hollywood, including her time entertaining troops during the Vietnam War. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "The rain started again, but I did my whole show," she recalled. "When it was over, all of us were soaking wet. Everyone was grinning. As the soldiers straggled back ... one stopped me and said something that I would hear a lot in the next few months: 'Mamie,' he told me gratefully, 'I can't believe you're here.'" "And there was a part of me that couldn’t believe it either. Vietnam so far had been like a fever dream," she wrote. "I couldn’t escape the alarming sense of being out of control, no longer in charge of my life, but at the mercy of authorities I didn’t know, in service of a war I didn’t understand. "... I got into bed that night clutching my little brown Bible next to my heart, praying to somehow survive the forces swirling around me, praying that I would live to see my son again, and praying that I would manage to bring something worthwhile to the combat soldiers' dark world." Van Doren described meeting Charlie, an 18-year-old Marine from Toledo. As a gift, he gave her his "lucky charm," a scratched and dented Zippo cigarette lighter. Van Doren initially refused, but he insisted. When she asked him about his luck, he grinned and said, "I got matches to light my smokes. And I got an M-16 for the rest." Days later, Van Doren learned Charlie had been killed in an ambush. "I flicked Charlie’s Zippo again and stared at the flame," she wrote. "I closed it and extinguished the flame. ‘Goodbye, Charlie. May angels sing you on to heaven.’" In 2020, Van Doren told Fox News Digital she loved her life outside of Hollywood in her later years. "I got away from all the bad stuff that was going on," she said at the time. "This was around the ‘60s when I left. There were a lot of drugs. Marilyn [Monroe] died. Jayne [Mansfield] died. A lot of my contemporaries were gone. I just thought it was time to leave Hollywood. It just wasn’t agreeing with me." "And I had a son," she pointed out. "I wanted to give him a better life than Hollywood. And he got interested in boats. I took a different turn and a different lifestyle from what I was used to. I kept some of my friends. I didn’t have that many friends in Hollywood to begin with. I shy away from going to parties so much. I had stacks of invitations, and I just never used them." Despite her tumultuous past, she had no qualms about still being recognized as a sex symbol. "I think I was born with it," said Van Doren. "I certainly opened a lot of doors during a postwar time when things were very conservative. I was way ahead of my time. ... I wasn't going to be playing nun roles, that's for sure." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242a85ee6011c3f4eb8e3f City of Flagstaff moves forward with purchase of downtown property te 2026-06-06T14:11:17.442Z City of Flagstaff moves forward with purchase of downtown property The city is planning to purchase the entire lot for $6.3 million, or the equivalent of $70 per square foot. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242a56ee6011c3f4eb8e13 Victor Wembanyama admits to harsh truths after costly mistake at end of NBA Finals game te 2026-06-06T14:10:30.408Z Victor Wembanyama admits to harsh truths after costly mistake at end of NBA Finals game Victor Wembanyama took full blame for his San Antonio Spurs' loss in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Friday night, making them the third team in NBA history to lose each of the first two Finals games at home. The Spurs had an epic comeback and an epic disaster in the same fourth quarter, falling to the New York Knicks 105-104 — after a finish that Wembanyama likely won't be able to forget anytime soon. San Antonio was down by 14 midway through the final quarter, after already squandering a double-digit lead of its own, then went on a 14-0 run to tie the game, then briefly took the lead when Wembanyama had a three-point play with just under a minute left. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The score was tied with about 14 seconds remaining and it was best vs. best as the Knicks' Jalen Brunson went against the unanimous Defensive Player of the Year in Wembanyama. Brunson took a jumper from about 16 feet, but it hit the back of the rim, and Wembanyama got the rebound. Wembanyama saw Spurs teammate Stephon Castle and sent a pass his way. But Castle wasn't looking, and it bounced off his back. Brunson wound up with the ball and Wembanyama fouled him, sending the Knicks' hero to the line. "I need to have more poise," Wembanyama said. "More control over the game." Brunson missed one of the two free throws and the Knicks led by one. Wembanyama then took a potential game-winning jumper but missed, and the Knicks took a 2-0 series lead. KNICKS SURVIVE TO TAKE 2-0 NBA FINALS LEAD AFTER JALEN BRUNSON'S CLUTCH SHOT SINKS SPURS "I threw that one away. I messed up," Wembanyama said. "We didn’t play great as a team. We needed to win that game. This game was ours. But at this point, it’s done. Am I going to regret it? Yes, of course. Am I going to use that to fuel me and to fuel us next game? Absolutely." Wembanyama also admitted to perhaps being a bit too "high" from winning an exhilarating seven-game Western Conference Finals against the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Now, it's the Knicks with every ounce of momentum, as Madison Square Garden will host an NBA Finals game for the first time this millennium. Game 3 on Monday night is now tracking to be the most expensive sporting event of all time, with the get-in price on the secondary market around $12,000. The two other teams to fall to a 2-0 deficit at home — the 1993 Phoenix Suns and 1995 Orlando Magic — were unable to come back and win a title. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a242818ee6011c3f4eb8db8 Stage 1 fire rules now in effect te 2026-06-06T14:00:56.560Z Stage 1 fire rules now in effect USFS, fire agencies, municipalities impose restrictions to reduce wildfire risk Local fire agencies and municipalities and the U.S. Forest Service imposed Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on the morning of May 21, and the rules are anticipated to remain in place for the foreseeable future because of the pe Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2425a3ee6011c3f4eb8d1e Danica Patrick kicks off summer by racing around Italy on a beautiful yacht, Bears fans are furious & steak! te 2026-06-06T13:50:27.840Z Danica Patrick kicks off summer by racing around Italy on a beautiful yacht, Bears fans are furious & steak! We get Saturday Screencaps rolling this morning with the sun shining, the birds chirping, the humidity rising and that smell of summer in the air. I can't stop thinking about those road trips. Those golf scrambles where your phone magically doesn't work for 4 1/2 glorious hours. No work calls. No Zooms. Just one with nature. That's what Danica Patrick is up to on this Saturday morning. From the look of things, she took off for Italy where she's on a yacht doing what people do on yachts. No work calls. No late-Friday Slack messages to address. She's just out there living life after making a boatload of money in her career. This is how you celebrate summer. Bikinis. Shrimp buffets (or whatever seafood she's eating). Late-night DJ sets in some Italian coastal city. Great wine. Bottomless mimosas. Sun. Surf. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Personally, I'm going to celebrate summer this weekend by making good on my wedding anniversary promise to Mrs. Screencaps that we'll go to one of our favorite stores — a local rock store — to pick out decorative rocks for her garden. Then, I'll probably sit by the pool. Hopefully for hours. No phones. No Zooms. No Slacks. Those are the rules after this column is put to bed. Someone literally paid for a plane to fly a banner over the field with the words "call verbal diarrhea divorce attorney" flying for everyone to see. And the plane circled the fields. Crazy, right? Earlier this week, on our local Facebook page, some guy was complaining about a local divorce attorney he hired for his divorce, but the man was mad that his attorney destroyed his ex-wife in the case. The newly divorced man was actually mad at how bad his attorney had fleeced his ex-wife. JUDGE CAUGHT IN EXTRAMARITAL AFFAIR WITH AN OFFICER IN HER CHAMBERS, HOPELESS ROMANTIC MARRIES HERSELF & MORE Is that why the banner flew last night? I don't know. What I do know is that people seem to have some money they should spend on a nice weekend getaway. That would be Cal Poly vs. West Virginia (noon, ESPN2) with a trip to Omaha on the line for the Mountaineers. This would be a first in school history and would be a shot in the arm to Jell-O shot sales in Omaha, that's for sure. We need programs like West Virginia playing in Omaha in mid-June. We need them singing John Denver's song at least once in Omaha like they're the Savannah Bananas of college baseball. Imagine 30,000, or how many ever they can get into Omaha, singing along to a song released in 1971. These are the sports moments that are just meant to be. Let's see if the sports gods can dial it up on a Saturday afternoon. WEST VIRGINIA'S EPIC WALK-OFF SPARKS EMOTIONAL 'COUNTRY ROADS' CELEBRATION THAT DEFINES COLLEGE SPORTS – Bill offers up this one: Got one for you, Joe.  Many years ago I was playing the Purdue University course in Lafayette, Indiana with a couple of friends. McCormick Road runs right behind one of the holes with the green very close to the road. On that hole I hit a five iron second shot but overcooked it and flew the green. I watched as my ball hit the asphalt of the road, then bounced up and hit a passing red pickup truck.  With a REALLY loud bang. The driver gets out after screeching to a stop and he’s pissed. My buddy and I hid behind a tree so he couldn’t see who hit the ball.  He looks around for a few moments and then gets back into his truck and leaves. Here’s the key to the story - after bouncing on the road, then hitting the passing truck my ball was deflected right back into the middle of the green. Which is probably why the dude left. All he saw was a golf ball in the middle of the green and that couldn’t have possibly been the one that hit his truck, right?I kept that golf ball for a long while because it had a nice red paint scrape on it. Missed the birdie putt but came away with a four and I call that a quality up-and-down, pickup truck deflection style. PAIGE SPIRANAC HAS SOCIAL MEDIA BUZZING OVER HER LATEST GOLF ATTIRE, IOWA FAN PUKES HER BRAINS OUT & CRAB HASH – Eric P., who recently ripped me for my Screencaps effort only to say he was sorry, writes: I was playing in a tournament at a course south of Seattle a number of years ago. On the practice green, my playing partner was revisiting a story about how lucky I had been on a trip to Vegas we took prior; which I of course denied and said the green zeros on a roulette table are a green light for skilled chip stackers. I mean, who doesn’t know that if you stack your chips at one corner of the said number, it will increase the chance of the ball falling on your number by 20%??  Duh..  So we are on the first tee and I hook my driver so far left, it goes over a fence towards the road. It’s a 375 yard dog leg left, and it looks like it will hit a truck that’s headed away from us’ the ball hits the back of the truck as it continues down the road; rattles around and the bounce out of the back, over the fence and stops fifty yards from the green in the fairway.  My playing partner just looked at me and said congratulations, one shot in and we know who’s going to win this weekend.On a side note, on another trip to Vegas, we were leaving the Circus Circus Steakhouse, which most people wouldn’t try, but don’t know that it is one of the highest rated steak houses in Vegas, and the same friend mentioned my proclivity for luck, and this time, all I could do was bend over and pick up a 50.00 pay out voucher that someone had dropped off the floor, and say " so you are saying this doesn’t take skill?, I’ll pay for the cab." These sound far fetched, but I swear  they are absolutely true. – Jim in Raleigh writes: Many years ago, I was playing in a qualifier for the NYS (New York State) Men's Amateur when I was 16 (I was scratch back then). We played in threesomes, and the 1st tee was along a four lane road to our left. First guy gets up, & duck hooks one into the road. We hear the windshield smash, then the inevitable screeching of brakes getting slammed on.  He gets up again to hit shot three, and does the exact same thing. He grabbed his bag & quit, without ever getting off the 1st tee. I had to hit next, & I blocked it right about 40 yards. Impossible to follow that ! – Jack in Missouri is a first-time emailer: Saw article on Foxnews.com. I never believed in these Nest and similar thermostats precisely because they could allow outside control of them: BY THE CHINESE GOVT! and then the local power company. Electronic door locks, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, etc.  Too many people letting device populate their homes and over which they have little to no control.  I believe lot-Tech is best tech.  I do worry about my pacemaker: is the telemetry functionality made in China, and can China tell me: You are terminated? – Drew in Katy, TX checked in on smart meters and thermostats: I’m not claiming to be an expert here . . . but the company that I was working for in the mid-1980s which used a considerable amount of electricity in Texas signed up for interruptible power contracts.   The company’s base electricity rate was reduced in exchange for the willingness to shut down their electricity use if the utility required that load reduction.   Google AI gives a pretty good summary of the process if you type in "industrial interruptible power contract to save money".   BTW – I never remember the power actually getting cut to our company. DANICA PATRICK IMPRESSES THE MAHA CROWD BY TAKING UP TENNIS AS HER NEWEST FITNESS WORKOUT, BAT DOGS & MEAT! It’s interesting to see the power distributors now tricking individuals to sign up for interruptible power with no real benefit to the consumer.  I would think that the bigger impact would still be from shutting off major industrial users.  But that would require the power distributors to pay the financial incentives for the privilege to do that.  So, the next question as the AI data centers blow the roof off of U.S. electrical demand, why not require that they be the swing load in the grid instead of individuals ???  What will it hurt if your child suddenly can’t use AI to do his/her homework to get to travel ball practice on time ?  – Candler in Duluth, GA writes: Hey, Joe. It’s been a while, but you should know that we are still mowing on Thursdays and spreading the word of the league far and wide. It’s hard to believe that it’s been five years since I started sending in mowing reports and pictures of my sons mowing. They are about to be seniors, and as the grandmothers always told us, it sure does go by fast. To the reader last week who asked whether or not he should let the kids tear up his yard playing wiffle ball (Millennial Brandon I think), absolutely let them tear it up! We still play wiffle ball in the backyard with my sons and their friends, and I’m suspicious that those will be some of their favorite memories from their growing up years. THURSDAY NIGHT MOWING LEAGUE WANTS 40 MILLION AMERICANS TO STOP WASTING WEEKENDS ON THEIR LAWNS  I meant to send you this earlier in the week, but last weekend we went to see YOUR Reds play MY Braves in Cincinnati. It was a lot of fun, and we thought the ballpark was really cool overlooking the river. My sons’ best friend (in the middle of the picture) just graduated, so we made this trip his graduation celebration.  It was fun seeing the mowing reports today. Suzanne continues to excel and impress! We’ll be sure to send in a few reports this summer. The Dawgs first pitch is at 11am tomorrow, and it feels good to have the yard work done and a WIDE OPEN Saturday! Enjoy the weekend! Kinsey: They truly do grow up fast. On my Gmail, I have photos of the Candler B boys tearing up their yard with big wiffle ball games and other moments of kids being kids. It hit me this morning of just how long I've been doing this at OutKick. I even missed my sixth anniversary with the company on June 1. If you would have told me all those years ago (six years on the Internet is like 20 years of a normal career) that all of this stuff would've happened to me over that span, I would've thought you were insane. I now have a 100 gig Gmail account that is 76% full. I have heard from tens of thousands of readers over those six years. I've had some incredible moments along the way. None of that would've been possible without the vision that Clay Travis laid out to me early in 2020 as the world was about to go mad. What a run it has been. SUNBURN, SKY-HIGH ELECTRIC BILLS, AND OTHER AWFUL THINGS THAT MAKE SUMMER QUIETLY TERRIBLE ################## That is it this morning. I have to get outside and #RespectSummer. You only get so many of them in life. Just think of how many June weekends you get to enjoy in life. That is why we MUST get out, get our feet into the grass and soak it in. Take care and I'll see you guys on Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241ea2ee6011c3f4eb8baf Dodgers break out annual Pride Night hats, drawing brutal reactions te 2026-06-06T13:20:34.493Z Dodgers break out annual Pride Night hats, drawing brutal reactions It's June, which means the baseball world will be on edge for the next 25 days or so. A tradition unlike any other in this country! For those who don't know (and that's none of you, because it's everywhere), June is Pride Month. Haven't you heard?! You know in October when the NFL wears pink for a month? That's June in Major League Baseball, except it's rainbow hats and social media posts. And, of course, the Texas Rangers angering half the country because they don't do any of it. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! They're having a "Faith & Family Night" June 18 instead, for those wondering. Incredible. Most based team in America, by a wide margin. On the other side of the aisle, you have the Los Angeles Dodgers. Just to keep things balanced, they step up every year and really lean into things this month. Don't forget, this was the team that hosted anti-Catholic drag nuns three years ago during this very month. While they didn't do that Friday night, the Dodgers did break out some pride hats for their game against the Angels. Naturally, MLB fans were QUICK to notice: I could go on and on. Seriously. The comments are endless, and they are, for the most part, brutal. Again, we do this every year with the Dodgers. I'm numb to it at this point. I also expect nothing less from any franchise located in California. DODGERS' WORLD SERIES HERO WILL SMITH DESCRIBES TEAM'S MINDSET DURING DRAMATIC VICTORY OVER BLUE JAYS Is it a little much? Maybe. You wanna make a social media post? That's probably fine. But now we're having players wear the gear on during games? I don't know. Clayton Kershaw famously wrote a Bible verse next to his pride hat when he was on the team. Remember this? Amazing: That was one year ago! Man, time flies. Anyway, we nearly had something similar last night with reliever Blake Treinen, who entered the game in the top of the ninth looking like it was just another day at the ballpark: Treinen, by the way, is deeply religious and has been extremely open about his relationship with God. Don't forget, last fall he honored Charlie Kirk with his hat, which went over about as well as you'd expect. No idea if that played a role in this, or if he simply grabbed the wrong hat, but you can probably piece the two together. Regardless, Treinen threw just one pitch, got out of the jam, and then Freddie Freeman walked it off in the bottom of the ninth. See? How can you not be romantic about baseball?! As for the Dodgers' yearly Pride Night ... like I said, I'm numb to it at this point. At least they didn't have drag nuns this time. There is still a lot of June left, though. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241cf0ee6011c3f4eb8b45 Flagstaff Event Almanac for June 6 te 2026-06-06T13:13:20.255Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for June 6 June 6 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241cdaee6011c3f4eb8b3c Carpenter's Column: Nostalgia ain’t what it used to be te 2026-06-06T13:12:58.818Z Carpenter's Column: Nostalgia ain’t what it used to be This week's column from Tom Carpenter, the longtime humorist for the Arizona Daily Sun. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241caaee6011c3f4eb8b15 Top House Democrat says there's 'no way' Platner didn't know tattoo's Nazi origins te 2026-06-06T13:12:10.889Z Top House Democrat says there's 'no way' Platner didn't know tattoo's Nazi origins A senior House Democrat is joining the growing chorus of critics questioning Senate candidate Graham Platner’s claim that he was unaware of his tattoo’s Nazi origins. "There's no way he didn't know what the tattoo was," Rep. Brad Schneider, D-Ill., said Friday in remarks reported by Punchbowl News. "Own it and move on." "He's not willing to do that," Schneider, the chairman of House Democrats' largest caucus, lamented. Schneider’s comments make him one of the most high-profile Democrats to criticize the Maine Senate hopeful, who has also faced mounting scrutiny over sending sexually-explicit messages to other women while newly married, a decades-long history of offensive social media posts and alleged abuse in previous romantic relationships. DEMOCRAT CONGRESSMAN SLAMS GRAHAM PLATNER'S NAZI-LINKED TATTOO AS 'DISQUALIFYING' Platner, a far-left populist, is vying to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, in one of the most hotly contested races of November’s midterm elections. He is Maine Democrats' presumptive nominee, though some party insiders have expressed doubts about the viability of his candidacy amid a string of scandals. Schneider’s public criticism came after The New York Times reported Thursday that several of Platner’s ex-girlfriends said the Senate hopeful knew about his tattoo’s Nazi-linked design. One of the women, Lyndsey Fifield, told The Times that Platner taught her the words behind the black skull-and-crossbones tattoo, referring to it as "my Totenkopf." "He would joke about it being a Nazi tattoo," Fifield said, adding that Platner said he chose the tattoo because of his belief that his unit shared similarities to the Nazi SS paramilitary forces. Platner vigorously denied Fifield's account during an interview with MS NOW's Chris Hayes on Thursday. But he struggled to answer when pressed about how Fifield sent a text to friends saying he had a Nazi-linked tattoo in August 2025, when he first publicly disclosed it two months later during an October podcast episode of "Pod Save America."  "How does she know it’s a Nazi tattoo in August of last year, and you don’t know it’s a Nazi tattoo in August of last year?" Hayes asked Platner. "I can’t say why," Platner said, adding that he was not a recipient of Fifield’s message. "I certainly didn't know, and the text messages she’s sending to friends may have recognized it. They didn’t tell me that." Fifield also alleged that Platner assaulted her at one point during their relationship — an allegation that Platner said was false.  GRAHAM PLATNER ACCUSER HITS NYT FOR ALLEGEDLY SOFTENING ALLEGATIONS, SAYS COVERAGE WAS 'GIFT' TO DEMOCRAT Platner has since had the tattoo covered up after it became a campaign issue in late 2025. He wore it for nearly two decades after he said he got it during a night of drinking with his fellow Marines while stationed in Croatia in 2007. Amid Democrats’ divisions over Platner’s candidacy, Schneider indicated that he would struggle to support him at the ballot box if he were a Maine voter. "I'll leave it to the people of Maine to elect who they want," he said, in remarks reported by Punchbowl News. "I'm grateful I don't have to make that choice. I wouldn't want to have to make that choice." Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., and Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., have also sharply criticized Platner’s statements related to his since-covered-up tattoo. "All I'm saying is when I was growing up, if someone had a clear Nazi tattoo on them, you probably could conclude that they’re a Nazi sympathizer," Fetterman told CNN earlier this week. "Are you going to continue to defend that or dismiss that?" Schneider's New Democrat Coalition is the largest caucus among House Democrats, with more than 100 members. Fox News Digital reached out to the Platner campaign before publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241c96ee6011c3f4eb8b0c Can alkaline water actually improve your health? Experts separate fact from fiction te 2026-06-06T13:11:50.890Z Can alkaline water actually improve your health? Experts separate fact from fiction Alkaline water has entered the conversation as an arguable alternative to regular drinking water. Numerous celebrities, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Mark Wahlberg and Jennifer Aniston, have touted alkaline water in brand campaigns — but is there a real benefit? Experts report that the science is uncertain. Bottled water that’s sold as alkaline water may have added minerals like calcium and magnesium, which help the water reach an alkaline pH, according to Mayo Clinic. A pH of 7 is neutral, while a level greater than 7 is alkaline and less than 7 is acidic. THE HIDDEN REASON SCIENTISTS SAY BOTTLED WATER MAY NOT BE THE CLEANER CHOICE Plain tap water has a lower pH than alkaline water, which has led some to claim that drinking alkaline water can neutralize acidity in the body. There have also been claims that alkaline water can help prevent certain health conditions, like cancer and stroke, Mayo Clinic mentioned. Some studies have also shown that alkaline water may help slow bone loss, perhaps due to the added calcium. Other research suggests that alkaline water combined with a plant-based Mediterranean diet may help relieve acid reflux. Several studies have suggested that alkaline water alone could improve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Mayo Clinic stressed that more research is necessary to support these claims and to confirm whether these benefits continue over time. In a Harvard Medical School publication, Howard E. LeWine, MD, chief medical editor of Harvard Health Publishing, confirmed that benefits potentially exist, but only temporarily. "Because the fluid in the stomach is so acidic, once regular or alkaline water gets down to your stomach, there will be little difference in the resulting stomach fluid pH," he wrote. "You could potentially raise the stomach fluid pH by drinking a lot of alkaline water, but it would only be temporary. Even if you drank enough alkaline water to slightly raise the pH of your blood, your kidneys would quickly go into action to rebalance your blood pH." As an example, alkaline water may provide heartburn relief from acid reflux, but the effects would not be long-lasting. LeWine considered that there are "much more effective options," such as antacids. The doctor warned that drinking alkaline water could be dangerous for people who take PPIs, or stomach acid production blockers. Mayo Clinic added that alkaline water has been linked to safety concerns, especially when the water’s pH is higher than 9.8. This can lead to high levels of potassium in the blood, a condition known as hyperkalemia. LeWine expressed the same concern that alkaline water "might result in an increased blood pH, which can alter the normal blood levels of chemicals like potassium, especially [for people with] kidney disease." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ In an interview with Fox News Digital, certified holistic nutritionist Robin DeCicco confirmed that there is "no strong evidence" that alkaline water provides "meaningful long-term health benefits." While infusing the water with minerals can be beneficial for reducing acidity in the body, the best way to do so is by following "foundational" dietary habits, according to the expert. This includes eating meals based in real foods and eliminating excess sugar, caffeine, processed and fried foods, as they can "aggravate acidity in the body," she said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER "Vegetables, fruit, good fats, like the omega-3 fats, lean protein, fiber — those are the things that really help to keep acid out of the body," DeCicco added. For those who have acid reflux complications, she recommends seeing a doctor and adopting helpful habits like eating consistently throughout the day, not lying down after eating and avoiding highly acidic foods. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241c82ee6011c3f4eb8b03 YouTuber Amir Odom challenges Black Americans to reject victimhood and reclaim their future te 2026-06-06T13:11:30.968Z YouTuber Amir Odom challenges Black Americans to reject victimhood and reclaim their future Popular YouTube content creator Amir Odom is speaking out about the challenges facing young Black Americans, arguing that a culture of victimhood is at the root of what he sees as the community's struggles. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Odom said he believes progress begins with rejecting that mindset and embracing a determined one. "There's a large group of Black people who don't feel that way because of the mainstream media and the constant victimhood mentality that they're pressing them on, and I want them to grow from that. I want them to have that mindset that actually, I can be anything. I can do it if I want to do, but that's hard when you constantly have other Black people and other forms of mainstream media constantly telling them that they can't." Odom talks about many cultural issues, including race, on his YouTube channel, @amirxodom, which has over 800,000 subscribers. WHEN THE 'VICTIM NARRATIVE' TAKES OVER MINORITIES AND THE AMERICAN DREAM "There's this new culture of just people acting crazy and it's not cool, and I call it out because it doesn't reflect people who look like me in a good light," he said, referring to public fights that go viral online. Among issues Odom addresses in his videos are what he calls "tough topics from a rational perspective," including race relations and LGBTQ issues. He's also spoken out on the importance of the two-family parent structure and Black inner-city youth issues. Odom emphasized the need to get to the root of the issues among Black youths in troubled communities. "You have to teach them. You have to lean in on them. You have to give them other tools and other resources to look at. And it's not so much as like, 'oh, we need more equipment for just more books and laptops in the schools'. No, it needs to be an ingrained cultural difference that needs to happen." THE CHILDREN WE LEFT BEHIND: A RECKONING WITH AMERICA'S GROWING FATHERLESSNESS CHICAGO’S SOUTH SIDE IS DROWNING IN EXCUSES, DEPENDENCY AND DECAY On Odom's videos where he discusses issues related to the Black community, he shares social media clips from other Black creators who also share the same concerns as Odom. Odom believes there is a "quiet counterculture" occurring among Black Americans, speaking out about resonant cultural issues. However, Odom shared that people fear being canceled for speaking out over political correctness and name-calling, adding this is why he believes fewer people trust mainstream media. "We're seeing mainstream media, all across the board, just decline because more people want this authenticity, more people just want the truth for what it is. And for us to call out everything across the landscape and they see that kind of fakeness clear as day, when the mainstream media is ignoring certain aspects of what's going on in our world and not openly calling out certain things." HOW A BLACK GAY INFLUENCER WENT FROM MARCHING WITH BLM TO 'SHAKING DONALD TRUMP'S HAND IN THE WHITE HOUSE' Odom revealed he had to overcome victimhood messaging growing up for being both Black and gay. "I fell into that trap," said Odom. "Growing up, I was told I have two oppression points." Odom said it impacts the way you see yourself and what you can accomplish when you are spoken to as if you are a victim. "That does something to your mental [sic] when you don't believe in yourself," he told Fox News Digital. Odom also believes Black Americans today have an "equal playing field" to White people. BLACK GAY CONSERVATIVE INFLUENCER ROB SMITH SLAMS GQ ARTICLE: 'JOIN THE REST US IN 2025' "It is a disgrace to think that in America I'm in today is some American my papa grew up in in the 50s and 60s," he told Fox News Digital. "No, I have every right afforded to me as any White person out there." Odom said it is "unfortunate" that this mindset is not among all Black Americans, "constantly telling them they're going to have other hurdles to go through. And in life, we all have things we're going to be fighting through." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241c6eee6011c3f4eb8afa 'Power Ballad' Review: Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas deliver crowd-pleasing music dramedy te 2026-06-06T13:11:10.967Z 'Power Ballad' Review: Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas deliver crowd-pleasing music dramedy Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas go head-to-head in the latest music dramedy from Irish writer/director John Carney. "Power Ballad" follows Rick Power (Rudd), an American wedding singer living in Ireland who yearns for the good old days as the frontman of rock band, a life he turned away from after marrying his Irish bride and having a daughter. When Rick wants to play one of his old songs (a total mood killer), his drummer has to remind him, "We're not rock stars, Rick. We're human jukeboxes." His band, The Bride and Groove, lands a gig where one of the attendees, a friend of the groom, is Danny Wilson, a former boy band singer who has failed as a solo artist, unlike his ex-bandmates. The groom asks the band if Danny can join them for a song or two. He and Rick hit it off immediately. ‘PRESSURE’ REVIEW: BRENDAN FRASER IS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER IN GRIPPING WWII DRAMA ON RUN-UP TO D-DAY Rick and Danny clearly have a lot in common as musicians struggling to grapple with the reality that their glory days may be behind them. They wind up having an impromptu jam session as Danny is currently working on his next album. Both share their tunes, give each other tips to improve the songs. Danny in particular was blown away by one Rick had been working on, "How to Write a Song Without You." Danny heads back to LA. He hands over his tracks to his manager, Mac (Jack Reynor), except he tells Danny that none of them are hits and that if he can't deliver one, he'll have to give up his luxurious lifestyle. LOW-BUDGET HORROR FLICK ‘OBSESSION’ SHATTERS BOX OFFICE EXPECTATIONS AS NEW STAR WARS FILM COMES UP SHORT Fast-forward several weeks later, Rick is wandering at the mall and suddenly hears a familiar tune. It's Danny Wilson's new smash hit, "How to Write a Song Without You." What unfolds is a roller coaster music battle as Rick tries to seek credit for the song responsible for reviving Danny's career — even if he lacks any evidence — all of which upends his work and family life. ‘OBSESSION’ REVIEW: AN INNOCENT WISH TURNS INTO A NIGHTMARE IN A HORROR FLICK FROM TALENTED UP-AND-COMERS Rudd and Jonas are both reliable performers and hit every note they're supposed to (no pun intended). Beth Fallon also has an endearing on-screen presence as Rick's teen daughter Aja. Carney, who co-wrote the original songs, continues his decades-long trend of making music-tinged movies. His latest doesn't rise to the level of his heartfelt 2006 breakout film "Once" or his charming 2016 coming-of-age dramedy "Sing Street," but "Power Ballad" is still a crowd-pleaser. While Carney's third act meanders a bit, he remarkably sticks the landing so much so that the audience I saw the film with broke out in applause as the credits began to roll. That's no easy task. 'THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU' REVIEW: AN ENTERTAINING BUT FORGETFUL RETURN TO THE 'STAR WARS' UNIVERSE "Power Ballad" offers decent laughs and solid music but falls short of Carney's best. Nonetheless, it maximizes the talents of Rudd and Jonas and audiences will walk away thoroughly entertained. "Power Ballad" is rated R for language throughout and some drug use. Running time: 1 hour, 38 minutes. In theaters now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241c5aee6011c3f4eb8af1 Henry Nowak’s killing exposes Britain’s dangerous two-tier justice system te 2026-06-06T13:10:51.039Z Henry Nowak’s killing exposes Britain’s dangerous two-tier justice system Before George Floyd, before Michael Brown, there was Trayvon Martin. Back in 2012, the 17-year-old was shot and killed during a struggle with another young man in a Florida gated community. The tragedy that day was discussed in the national media and eventually adjudicated in a court of law. When the trial was over, President Barack Obama said: "When Trayvon Martin was first shot, I said that this could have been my son." Last December, an 18-year-old college student was stabbed by another young man in Southampton, England. The victim’s name was Henry Nowak. The American press ignored the story. The British press and politicians largely did too. TRUMP ADMIN SLAMS 'TWO-TIERED' POLICING AFTER BRITISH COPS CUFFED DYING MAN DEEMED RACIST BY KILLER Like Obama, I thought: this could have been my son. Martin and Nowak were killed by private citizens, not in encounters with the police. There are many differences between the two cases — the races of both killers and victims; the locations, the motives. But while the tiny Sanford, Fla., police station was merely accused of "sloppy work" by the New York Times in handling the Martin case, many in Britain believe that woke police bias contributed to Nowak’s death. Britain has admitted millions of immigrants in a short time. As late as 2001, the "White British" (English, Irish, Scottish or Welsh) were over 90% of the population. Today, at most 75% are. Last year, only 53% of births were to women described as "White British." With huge demographic change has come an equally abrupt cultural change. 200,000 SMALL BOAT ARRIVALS LOOM AMID UK RAISING THREAT LEVEL TO ‘SEVERE’ FOLLOWING RECENT TERROR ATTACK Despite being home to the "mother of parliaments," where the oratory of William Pitt and Winston Churchill once rang, Britain is now one of the most repressive Western countries when it comes to speech. The Times newspaper reported 12,183 arrests for offensive online messages in 2023. Freedom House rates the UK only 76 out of 100. At Speakers’ Corner in London’s Hyde Park, you’d be risking your life today to say anything "transphobic" or derogatory about Islam. British police have become highly attuned to the sensitivities of race and gender minorities. In 2005, the national College of Policing started recording "non-crime hate incidents," which are based entirely on the perceptions of a claimed victim, who needs produce no actual evidence. WE NEED THE MORAL COURAGE TO TELL THE TRUTH ABOUT CINCINNATI RACIAL ATTACK The UK National Police Chiefs Council’s "Police Anti-Racism Commitment" advocates a "commitment to racial equity" that "means [p]roducing equality of policing outcomes for people from different ethnic groups by responding to individuals and communities according to their specific needs, circumstances and experiences, with understanding that these will be racialised and with the aim of reducing harm." In plainer language, the guidance says that anti-racism "does not mean treating everyone ‘the same’ or being ‘colour blind’ (racial equality)." It means "equity." With guidance like this, it is not surprising that police on Nowak’s murder scene appeared "more concerned with accusations of racism" by the convicted stabber Vickrum Digwa "than they were in helping a dying man," as Chris Philp, a member from the Conservative Party, said in Parliament. The police officers took Digwa’s accusation seriously but scoffed at Nowak’s repeated cries that he’d been stabbed. POLICE, UK PM ACCUSED OF DOUBLE STANDARD AS SUSPECT INDICTED FOR KILLING 3 GIRLS FACES TERROR RELATED CHARGE Philp mentioned another case where a paranoid schizophrenic with a violent past, Valdo Calocane, was not placed in a mental institution involuntarily because health workers were concerned about "an overrepresentation of young black males in mental health detention." In 2023, Calocane stabbed three people to death in Nottingham, England. In today’s Britain, mass demonstrations for Gaza or LGB+ causes are generally tolerated by authorities, while flying the English flag is considered suspect. Standing with your eyes closed too close to an abortion provider can get you arrested under a "Public Spaces Protection Order." Speaking against mass migration to the West from the "global South" is considered "far right," and got Dutch commentator Eva Vlaardingerbroek banned from the country. Social media is full of complaints about "two-tier" policing, the accusation that indigenous British people and conservatives are treated worse in criminal law than illegal immigrants and leftists. "Woke" official bias has been alleged in several high-profile criminal cases. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION When he was leader of the Labor Party in opposition, current Prime Minister Keir Starmer kneeled in support of the Black Lives Matter movement after the death of George Floyd, thousands of miles away in America. He also championed the release of a foreigner whose speech "would usually be considered criminal under English law," according to the Wall Street Journal, yet had nothing to say in 2024 when an English young mother was jailed for over a year for one offensive tweet she quickly removed. Nigel Farage, head of the new but surging Reform party, has accused Starmer of a double standard, where harsh punishments are meted out to right-wing speech compared to the far-left. Starmer is nicknamed "Two-Tier Keir" by critics. His unpopular Labor government is desperate not to alienate recent immigrants it depends on for votes. But its simultaneous attempts to placate the outrage of a (barely) native majority are unconvincing. Without serious attempts to roll back "equity" initiatives and restore equal treatment in crime and punishment, Starmer and Labor are sitting on a steadily boiling pot. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM SIMON HANKINSON Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241c47ee6011c3f4eb8ae8 Spencer Pratt's unexpected political rise from MTV villain to Karen Bass challenger te 2026-06-06T13:10:31.127Z Spencer Pratt's unexpected political rise from MTV villain to Karen Bass challenger Spencer Pratt's journey from reality television villain to Los Angeles mayoral contender has taken another unexpected turn as the former reality star appears positioned to face incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in a runoff election. Bass, who has served as mayor since 2022 and faced scrutiny over her handling of the devastating LA fires, advanced to a runoff after no candidate secured more than 50% of the vote in Tuesday's primary. The top two vote-getters will now compete in November. Pratt, who is best known for starring on MTV's "The Hills" and has never previously run for political office, is currently running in second place ahead of LA council member Nithya Raman. SPENCER PRATT SURGES TO RUNOFF IN LA MAYOR'S RACE AFTER ANGRY VOTERS SEND MESSAGE TO KAREN BASS "God wanted five more months of me exposing all the failures of our mayor," Pratt said while speaking with reporters outside his election watch party on Tuesday night. "So it's going to be a fun ride," he continued. "I hope she's ready." When asked if he was ready, Pratt responded, "I mean, I was born for this, clearly." Pratt's mayoral bid was initially met with widespread skepticism, with many observers viewing the TV personality as a long-shot celebrity candidate. LA BUSINESS LEADER SAYS CRIME, WILDFIRE FALLOUT FUELING PRATT SURGE AS VOTERS SEEK CHANGE: 'PEOPLE ARE ANGRY' However, as his campaign gained traction online, attracted support from high-profile figures and tapped into voter frustration over issues such as public safety, homelessness and wildfire recovery, perceptions began to shift, and national media outlets started treating his candidacy as a serious political effort. In recent weeks, Pratt's unlikely candidacy has continued to gain traction due to several viral campaign ads and widely-praised debate performance against Bass and Raman. From reality television fame and viral social media stardom to his surprisingly competitive mayoral campaign, Pratt has reinvented himself more than once. Now, as he looks poised for a showdown with Bass for the leadership of LA, here's what to know about Pratt. SPENCER PRATT'S SISTER NOW BACKS HIS LA MAYOR CAMPAIGN MONTHS AFTER SAYING HE DOESN'T BELONG IN THE GOVERNMENT Throughout his campaign, Pratt has highlighted his LA roots, arguing that he has firsthand knowledge of the challenges facing the city and its residents. Born and raised in LA, Pratt is the son of dentist William "Skip" Pratt and Janet Pratt. He grew up alongside younger sister Stephanie Pratt, who also found fame on "The Hills," and has an older half-sister, Kristin, from his mother's previous marriage. SPENCER PRATT FACES HARSH FAMILY OPPOSITION IN LA MAYORAL BID DESPITE GROWING COMMUNITY SUPPORT Pratt attended the Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences in Santa Monica, a private high school known for its many famous alumni, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson, Jack Black and others. "The Hills" stars Brody Jenner and Whitney Port also attended Crossroads alongside Pratt and Stephanie. In February, Stephanie slammed Pratt's mayoral run, claiming a vote for him was a "vote for stupidity." Last week, Stephanie revealed that she was now supporting her brother’s campaign. "I admit I was the first person to tell people that they were idiots if they voted for my brother," Stephanie told Vanity Fair in an email related to a profile on him. She added, "Wow, was I wrong. He has spent every day since the fires finding the facts, the mistakes, the negligence, and uncovering the truth that they never wanted us to know." Long before launching a mayoral campaign, Pratt earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Southern California (USC) in LA. After graduating from high school, Pratt enrolled as a political science major at USC in 2003. Pratt left college to pursue television projects which led to his career in reality TV. In 2011, he re-enrolled at USC to finish his degree and graduated in 2014. Pratt's supporters, including Brody, have previously pointed to Pratt's degree when critics dismissed him as "just a reality star." Pratt's reality television career began in 2005 with Fox's short-lived series "The Princes of Malibu," a series he co-created and executive produced that followed Brody and his brother Brandon Jenner's lives in Malibu. Brody and Brandon's mother, songwriter and actress Linda Thompson, and their then stepfather, Grammy Award-winning musician David Foster, also starred. In May, Foster and his wife Katharine McPhee hosted an exclusive, star-studded fundraiser at their Brentwood Park home for Pratt's mayoral run. Pratt also made appearances in "The Princes of Malibu," which was canceled after one season. He later became a household name after he began dating "The Hills" star Heidi Montag in 2006. At the time, Montag was starring alongside Port, Lauren Conrad and Audrina Patridge in the show which premiered in May 2006. Pratt joined "The Hills" during its second season in 2007, where the couple's relationship quickly became central to the show’s drama. Pratt, who has previously spoken out about how he carefully cultivated his "villainous" TV persona for attention, quickly became a disruptive presence, often clashing with Conrad and the existing friend group. While appearing on the show, Pratt and Montag teamed up to become the reality TV power couple known as "Speidi." The duo established themselves as fixtures of the tabloid era, known for staging paparazzi photos, fueling feuds and embracing the attention that came with being reality television’s most famous pair. By the late 2000s, the couple's fame reached its peak. Pratt and Montag married in 2008 and held a televised ceremony the following year which aired on "The Hills." After "The Hills" ended in 2010, the duo faced financial hardship as their income began to dwindle, and they struggled to maintain their celebrity status. After blowing through their $10 million reality TV fortune, the couple downsized significantly and moved in with Pratt's parents at one point as they tried to rebuild their lives. The two continued to pursue opportunities in reality television, appearing on shows including "I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!," "Marriage Boot Camp" and the U.K.'s "Celebrity Big Brother." Pratt and Montag made their full-time return to reality TV when they starred in "The Hills" revival series "The Hills: New Beginnings" from 2019 to 2021. The couple's first son Gunner, who they welcomed in 2017, appeared on the show, reflecting a reinvention that saw Pratt and Montag move away from their former reality TV personas and toward a more grounded, family-oriented life. SPENCER PRATT SHARES HEARTBREAKING MOTHER'S DAY TRIBUTE TO HEIDI MONTAG FROM THEIR FIRE-DESTROYED LA HOME In 2022, Montag gave birth to their second son, Ryker. In January 2025, Pratt and Montag lost their Pacific Palisades home in the devastating California fires, which destroyed more than 16,200 structures. Days after the fire, Pratt asked fans of the couple for their help. CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES: HEIDI MONTAG SKYROCKETS TO NO. 1 ON ITUNES AFTER LOSING PACIFIC PALISADES HOME  n an effort to support the pair, fans catapulted Montag's 2010 debut album "Superficial," which was initially a commercial flop, to the top of the iTunes charts, where it secured the No. 1 spot for both song and album. The experience marked a personal turning point, shifting public perception of Pratt and Montag from former tabloid fixtures to a family navigating real hardship. The tragedy also transformed Pratt into one of Bass' most vocal critics and ultimately helped propel him into politics. SPENCER PRATT ENLISTS SEN. RICK SCOTT FOR FEDERAL INVESTIGATION INTO CALIFORNIA WILDFIRE RESPONSE Following the fires, Pratt, whose parents also lost their home, led a social media crusade against California leadership he has accused of mismanagement, corruption and "criminal negligence" in their response to the disaster.  In August 2025, Pratt traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with federal officials, including former U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi.  SPENCER PRATT ANNOUNCES LA MAYOR RUN ON ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF PALISADES FIRE THAT DESTROYED HIS HOME Pratt announced that he was running for mayor of LA at a "They Let Us Burn!" protest in the Pacific Palisades near the remains of his home Jan. 7, the one-year anniversary of the LA fires. From the start of his campaign, Pratt has positioned himself as an outsider candidate challenging City Hall and establishment politicians. "The system in Los Angeles isn’t struggling; it’s fundamentally broken," Pratt said while announcing his mayoral run, according to US Weekly. "It is a machine designed to protect the people at the top and the friends they exchange favors with while the rest of us drown in toxic smoke and ash," he continued. "Business as usual is a death sentence for Los Angeles, and I’m done waiting for someone to take real action. That's why I am running for mayor." "But let me be clear, this just isn't a campaign," Pratt added, via the BBC. "This is a mission, and we are going to expose the system." "We are going into every dark corner of LA politics and disinfecting the city with our light." WHY SPENCER PRATT’S LOS ANGELES CAMPAIGN HAS AMERICA PAYING ATTENTION Despite lacking traditional political experience, Pratt emerged as one of the most talked-about candidates in the race. The former reality star's mayoral bid has attracted national attention, earning coverage from major political and entertainment outlets as he emerged as an unexpectedly competitive challenger to Bass. THE CELEB ENDORSEMENTS BOOSTING SPENCER PRATT'S CHANCES OF BECOMING THE NEXT LA MAYOR Pratt's celebrity status, viral social media strategy and outsider message have helped turn what was expected to be a relatively routine LA mayoral race into a national political spectacle. His campaign has also gained additional attention as celebrities have spoken out about their views on his candidacy. In the months since Pratt launched his campaign, his run for mayor has become a Hollywood flashpoint, as celebrities rally behind the former reality star while others openly push back. Paris Hilton, Dennis Quaid, Joe Rogan, James Woods, Jamie Kennedy, Billy Bush, Adam Carolla and Joanna Krupa are among Pratt's supporters, as well as several of his former "The Hills" co-stars Brody, Audrina Patridge and Kristin Cavallari. Oscar-winning producer Brian Grazer attended Foster and McPhee's fundraiser for Pratt while Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss donated the maximum allowed amount to his campaign. Meanwhile, celebrities who have expressed opposition to Pratt's run include Jimmy Kimmel, Drew Carey, Jane Fonda, Chelsea Handler, Lisa Rinna and Yvette Nicole Brown. Pratt has centered his mayoral campaign on a series of quality-of-life issues that he argues have been neglected by city leaders. Pratt has emphasized issues such as homelessness, public safety, wildfire response and infrastructure. Public safety has emerged as one of the cornerstones of Pratt's platform. He has called for increased funding for the Los Angeles Police Department and stronger enforcement against crimes. SPENCER PRATT SEIZES ON HOMELESSNESS REMARKS BY KAREN BASS, BLASTS DEMOCRAT FOR FAILURES Pratt has also focused heavily on homelessness. The candidate has criticized the city's handling of the homelessness crisis and advocated for a more effective approach to addressing encampments and connecting people with services. He also made disaster readiness a key campaign issue, calling for stronger emergency planning, infrastructure improvements and wildfire prevention efforts across Los Angeles. In addition, Pratt has highlighted infrastructure concerns, including road conditions, traffic congestion and city maintenance. SPENCER PRATT REVEALS THE ONE MAJOR ISSUE MADE HIM DECIDE TO RUN AS A REPUBLICAN Though Pratt is a registered Republican, he is running as an independent in the nonpartisan race and has attempted to distance himself from party politics. He has often described himself as a "community advocate" focused on local issues rather than national ideology. During an appearance on NBC News, Pratt rejected being labeled a "MAGA" candidate by Raman. He emphasized that LA mayoral elections are officially nonpartisan and that a mayor is "supposed to represent all Angelenos." TRUMP SAYS HE HOPES SPENCER PRATT DOES WELL IN LA MAYORAL RACE, BLASTS CALIFORNIA'S 'RIGGED' ELECTIONS Pratt also noted that many members of his family and people he meets on the campaign trail are Democrats. "I do not represent a party. I don’t have a campaign manager, I don’t have campaign consults. There’s no political party backing me," he said.  After President Donald Trump praised Pratt last month, the former reality star explained that he was not seeking endorsements from politicians. "I don’t need anyone’s endorsement but mothers’. That’s who’s getting me elected," he told NBC News. "My race is a local race. I don’t care what’s going on in the national politics, in other states. I am running for a local position." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Social media has been central to Pratt's public image long before he entered politics. After "The Hills" ended, he successfully reinvented himself online in 2016 when he began cultivating a widespread following on Snapchat, sharing content about his daily life and his obsession with hummingbirds and crystals. He later became one of the platform's top personalities, winning Snapchatter of the Year at the 10th Annual Shorty Awards in 2018. Over the past decade, Pratt has continued to build his social media following across Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram and X. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS By the time he launched his mayoral run, Pratt already had a built-in audience that he leveraged to promote his campaign directly to voters without relying solely on traditional advertising or media appearances. Instead of running traditional television or radio ads, Pratt's campaign strategy has focused entirely on social media and viral AI-generated videos. Pratt frequently posts videos discussing local issues, responding to critics and sharing campaign updates. He has also appeared in a series of campaign videos that were widely shared and made national headlines. Pratt's videos include a spoof on "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," a wildfire-themed spot tied to the loss of his Pacific Palisades home, and a homelessness-focused clip that highlighted conditions on city streets. In addition, Pratt has reposted grassroots, viral AI-generated videos created by social media users, including one by filmmaker Charlie Curran that depicted LA as a dystopian city in decline, with the former reality star cast as a Batman-like figure stepping in to restore order. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241797ee6011c3f4eb88e2 Maxx Crosby plans to attend America 250 UFC fight, talks White House, Fernando Mendoza, Tom Brady and Olympics te 2026-06-06T12:50:31.449Z Maxx Crosby plans to attend America 250 UFC fight, talks White House, Fernando Mendoza, Tom Brady and Olympics Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby told Fox News Digital he plans on attending the UFC fight at the White House on June 14 to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. "I've never been to the White House," Crosby said. "I'm excited, I like history... "It's incredible that we all have an opportunity to celebrate our country and just be part of a historic event... we live in the greatest country in the world and it should be celebrated." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM For Crosby, as a highly successful NFL star, the celebration represents an opportunity to recognize the freedoms and opportunities he appreciates most as an American. "You have an opportunity every day to chase your passion," Crosby said. "Everyone comes from different backgrounds, but in this country you have a choice every day to chase what you love and what you aspire to do. People don't say the American Dream for no reason. It's the greatest country because it's opportunity. It's a land of opportunity." Crosby also revealed who he's rooting for at the event. "I think everyone knows how much I love Justin Gaethje," Crosby said. "Justin Gaethje is one of the greatest fighters to ever do it, and he's an absolute legend. He's also a great friend, so I'll definitely be biased for him. I want to see him go to the White House and do his thing for sure." The fight, slated for the South Lawn, came about after Donald Trump casually leaned over to Dana White during a live UFC match and suggested they "do a fight at the White House". White immediately agreed, and logistics were set in motion days later. "Dana White is like family to me. He always does it big, and he always does it the biggest and best way. He's always going to put on an incredible show," Crosby said. "I’ve met Trump a couple times, and he’s been incredible to me," Crosby later added. "I know Dana [White] thinks nothing but the world of him and has a lot of respect for him. But you know we’ve met a couple times, and he’s always been great to me. So, going to the White House, and being there, is going to be a lot of fun for sure." Crosby also said he would welcome the opportunity to represent the United States in flag football when the sport makes its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. "Oh, no doubt," Crosby said when asked whether he would consider playing. "I think it'd be incredible." While Crosby noted that his family has roots in the Balkans, he made clear where his allegiance would lie if given the opportunity to compete on the international stage. TEAM USA FLAG FOOTBALL STAR WANTS OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE OLYMPIC TEAM AMID NFL PARTICIPATION "My mom's side, I've got a Yugoslavian background, so I've got some Serbian and Albanian in me over there," Crosby said. "I'm sure they'd give me a call as well, so it'd be an interesting decision." Still, the Raiders star said his heart remains with the country where he was born and raised. "Everyone knows my heart's here," Crosby said. "This is the country I've been raised in, born and raised, so yeah, it would definitely be special." Crosby was also asked whether he would try to recruit Raiders minority owner Tom Brady to play quarterback for Team USA if he joined the Olympic squad. "I don't think he would do that," Crosby said with a laugh. "I think he's retired and there's a lot of great quarterbacks right now. But I wouldn't be mad at Tom Brady coming back. It's a great time." Crosby also had high praise for quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who is adjusting to life at the NFL level after a successful college career. "He's a young guy and he's coming in off an incredible season and an incredible college career," Crosby said. "But when you get to the NFL, you've got to start from square one." The veteran defensive end said Mendoza has impressed him with his willingness to learn and fit into the locker room. "I think he's done an incredible job of just being one of the guys, being humble, being a sponge, just learning from everybody and asking questions," Crosby said. WHO IS FERNANDO MENDOZA? THE NFL DRAFT SENSATION NO ONE COULD HAVE PREDICTED But Crosby won't be taking it easy on the fresh-faced rookie in practice. "There's no taking it easy," Crosby said with a laugh. "We play this game one way, and I'm going to go out there and do what I do. It's going to help him in the long run and making him better. I want to push all my teammates. That's how teams improve — by pushing each other and making each other better on a daily basis." While many young quarterbacks are immediately compared to established NFL stars, Crosby said Mendoza should be given the opportunity to carve out his own identity. "A lot of times people try to make comparisons," Crosby said. "People just need to allow Fernando to be Fernando. I think he's going to be a really special player." Crosby also spoke about the unique opportunity to play for an organization that includes NFL legend Tom Brady as a minority owner. "Tom has had one of the greatest careers, if not the greatest career, of anybody," Crosby said. "He's an incredible player and won at the highest level." While Brady isn't involved in the day-to-day operations of the franchise, Crosby said having someone with his experience around the organization is a valuable resource. "Anybody you get around an organization that has done it at that level, I think is a positive," Crosby said. "He's not there all the time, but he is a resource for people in that building. I think his winning mindset is only a plus." Crosby only played Brady once before Brady retired. "I wish we could have had a couple more swings at it," Crosby said. Crosby's appearance with Fox News Digital came as part of a partnership with SAXX Underwear, a brand he said immediately caught his attention for more than one reason. "Obviously, everyone knows I make a living sacking quarterbacks, so the name alone drew me in," Crosby joked. "The double X was a bonus, too." But beyond the name, Crosby said he became a fan of the product itself. Crosby said the product has become part of his everyday routine. "I literally wear it every single day," Crosby said. "I wear it during workouts, I wear it around the house, I literally wear it everywhere I go." Still, while Crosby wears it to workouts, he won't be wearing it during games. "It's not NFL certified yet," he said. "But I wear it to the games, for sure." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a241541ee6011c3f4eb8873 Martina Navratilova says wide-open French Open is good for tennis: ‘You need suspense’ te 2026-06-06T12:40:33.042Z Martina Navratilova says wide-open French Open is good for tennis: ‘You need suspense’ The French Open is about to crown new champions. That alone makes this Roland Garros feel different. No Carlos Alcaraz defending his title. No Jannik Sinner, the world’s No. 1 player. No Novak Djokovic. No Iga Swiatek, who had won four of the previous six French Opens. No defending champion Coco Gauff, either. And no Aryna Sabalenka, after the women's world No. 1 lost to Diana Shnaider in the quarterfinals. There's no obvious script. And Martina Navratilova thinks tennis could use a little of that. MARTINA NAVRATILOVA SAYS SHE TRIED TO WARN KAMALA HARRIS' CAMPAIGN ABOUT TRANS ATHLETES: 'NOBODY WOULD LISTEN' Navratilova, an 18-time Grand Slam singles champion and one of the greatest players in tennis history, told OutKick in a recent interview that the chaos in Paris has made this year’s French Open fascinating heading into championship weekend. "I think it’s amazing," Navratilova said. At the time, Swiatek, the four-time French Open champion, had already been knocked out of the women’s draw by Marta Kostyuk. Defending champion Coco Gauff was already gone, too. On the men’s side, Alcaraz withdrew prior to the tournament with a right wrist injury, Sinner’s stunning second-round loss blew a hole in the top of the draw, and Djokovic’s third-round exit removed the last familiar giant from the field. Just like that, Roland Garros became something very different. "So it’ll be a new women’s champion and a new men’s champion," Navratilova said. "It’s kind of a changing of the guard, but there’s just a lot more players that can win these days." That’s the fun part. Tennis has spent decades leaning on dominant stars. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Djokovic carried the men’s game for nearly two decades. Serena Williams did the same on the women’s side. Swiatek has owned Paris in recent years, and Alcaraz and Sinner have looked like the next two-man rivalry ready to grab the sport by the throat. But sometimes, a Grand Slam needs a little madness. TIAFOE'S HEARTBREAKING FRENCH OPEN COLLAPSE ENDS AMERICA'S LAST HOPE AT ROLAND GARROS This one got plenty of it. Navratilova said Alcaraz’s absence, Sinner’s loss and the rest of the chaos changed the entire feel of the tournament. "All of a sudden, everybody’s champing at the bit," Navratilova said. "‘Oh, I can win this tournament,’ because those two guys are not there anymore." Add Djokovic to that list, and the point becomes even stronger. For years, winning a major on the men’s side meant going through at least one tennis monster. Federer. Nadal. Djokovic. Then Alcaraz. Then Sinner. Maybe two of them. Maybe three. At Roland Garros, that grip has been even tighter. Since Stan Wawrinka won in 2015, every men’s champion in Paris has been Nadal, Djokovic or Alcaraz. Not this time. That does not mean tennis is better without stars. It means tennis is better when fans don’t already know how the movie ends. "Most of all, you need rivalries. You need suspense," Navratilova said. "It’s not fun when it’s a given." That is the balance tennis is always trying to strike. Dominance creates history. Rivalries create emotion. Uncertainty creates appointment viewing. Navratilova pointed to Nadal’s absurd run at Roland Garros as the kind of dominance that deserves to be celebrated. Nadal won the French Open so many times that, for years, the only question in Paris was whether anyone could make him sweat. "I mean, it’s amazing how many times Rafa Nadal has won this, no matter who was on the other side of the net," Navratilova said. "So you honor that, but it’s best when you’re not sure who’s going to win. That’s what makes it beautiful." That’s what this French Open has now. The final weekend is not about watching an inevitable champion finish the job. It’s about finding out who can handle the moment when the draw suddenly says yes. Navratilova said that kind of uncertainty is what pulls fans into the sport. "That’s what made that last final here between Alcaraz and Sinner so compelling, because you didn’t know who was going to win until the match was over," she said. "And so you need rivalries. You need the contrasts and the personalities and for people to get involved emotionally behind the player. And that’s what really makes the sport tick, I think." That point ties into something Chris Evert told OutKick earlier in the tournament. After Sinner left the court during his second-round loss to Juan Manuel Cerundolo, Evert said tennis has to be honest about two things at once. CHRIS EVERT SAYS JANNIK SINNER 'SHOULDN'T HAVE BEEN ALLOWED' TO LEAVE COURT DURING FRENCH OPEN CONTROVERSY Top players drive the sport. They carry television windows, ticket sales and interest through a two-week Grand Slam. Evert told OutKick that those players have earned some consideration when it comes to scheduling and recovery. But Evert also said Sinner "shouldn’t have been allowed" to leave the court if the issue was cramping and dehydration, because muscle cramping alone is not grounds for a medical timeout under Grand Slam rules. That's where Navratilova’s answer lined up with Evert’s broader point. Navratilova was asked whether tennis’ biggest names get advantages that other players do not. She did not hesitate. "Of course, the top players get preferential treatment," Navratilova said. "I mean, some of them literally say, ‘This is when I need to play, and what day, and what time,’ and they get that." That's not exactly shocking. Tennis is a star-driven sport. The biggest names sell tickets. They drive television windows. They create the matchups that capture the attention of casual sports fans. Navratilova said those players have earned some of that treatment. "At the same time, they kind of earned it," Navratilova said. "But yeah, you can take it too far, obviously." That's the same uncomfortable middle ground Evert identified. Nobody reasonable wants Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff or the sport’s other biggest stars treated like anonymous qualifiers. They are not anonymous qualifiers. They carry the sport. But there is a difference between giving stars the best courts, best windows and best recovery opportunities before a match, and letting fans wonder whether they’re getting a softer interpretation of the rulebook once the match starts. In Sinner’s case, Navratilova noted the controversy did not save him. "At the end of the day, he lost anyway," she said. "So whatever help he might have gotten didn’t help." True. But that does not make the larger conversation go away. If anything, it fits the theme of this French Open perfectly. The sport still needs stars. It also needs suspense. And it needs fans to believe the same rules apply once the match starts. That is what made this French Open so strange and so compelling. The biggest names were supposed to define the tournament. Instead, the tournament became more interesting because so many of them disappeared. Now tennis gets a championship weekend with fresh faces, new pressure and no obvious ending. Navratilova does not see that as a problem. "I think it’s great to see the new blood coming in and taking charge," she said. For tennis, that might be exactly what Roland Garros needed. A little new blood. A little suspense. And for once, no coronation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24108fee6011c3f4eb877f A wheeled robot may beat humanoids into your home te 2026-06-06T12:20:31.280Z A wheeled robot may beat humanoids into your home A new wheeled robot could help people at home before many humanoid robots are ready for everyday use. That is the big idea behind Hello Robot's Stretch 4. While many companies are developing human-shaped robots that walk, balance and try to act like us, Stretch 4 takes a different route. It rolls. That may sound less exciting at first. However, inside a real home, wheels may make more sense than legs. Homes have rugs, cords, pets, narrow hallways, tight corners and furniture that always seems to get in the way. A robot that can move carefully through that mess and reach for useful objects could become more helpful than one that looks impressive in a social media video. HOME ROBOT AUTOMATES HOUSEHOLD CHORES LIKE ROSIE FROM 'THE JETSONS' Stretch 4 focuses on safe movement, reaching and practical assistance in homes and workplaces. That could make it one of the more realistic ways to build a robot that actually helps people where they live. Stretch 4 is a mobile robot designed to help indoors. It looks more like a slim rolling assistant than a humanoid robot. That design choice is intentional. The robot has a wheeled base, a lifting column and an arm that can reach for objects. It is built with tools for mapping, navigation, self-charging and VLM grasping demos. Hello Robot presents Stretch 4 as calibrated, portable and deployable. However, its technical sheet also says it is currently intended for research, development and laboratory use. Researchers and enterprise customers can buy it now. The company also plans home pilot deployments. That real-home testing is important. A staged demo can look great online. A hallway with a rug, a laundry basket and a dog is a much better test. HUMANOID ROBOTS ARE GETTING SMALLER, SAFER AND CLOSER Humanoid robots get plenty of attention because they look familiar. They also make it easy to imagine a machine moving through your home like a person. However, legs add risk and complexity. A bipedal robot has to balance. It has to manage many moving parts. It also has to avoid falling near people, furniture and pets. Stretch 4 takes a simpler route. It uses wheels. That choice makes sense for many homes, especially homes adapted for people with mobility challenges. If someone already uses a wheelchair, the home may already work well for a robot that rolls. So the question becomes pretty simple. Why make a robot walk if rolling works better? WHEELED WONDER ROBOT DOG SHOWS OFF CRAZY DANCE MOVES IN ALL KINDS OF TOUGH TERRAIN One of the biggest upgrades in Stretch 4 is its omnidirectional base. That means it can move in any direction without turning first. That could make a big difference in tight rooms. Think about a robot trying to move near a bed, chair, kitchen island or wheelchair. A machine that can slide sideways may be easier to control. It may also be safer to position. Hello Robot spent months developing this new base. The company used newer omnidirectional wheel technology that came from powered wheelchairs. That connection fits the mission. A home assistive robot should borrow from designs that already help people move. THE NEW ROBOT THAT COULD MAKE CHORES A THING OF THE PAST Stretch 4 also gets a more advanced sensor setup. Earlier versions had a smaller moving head. Stretch 4 now uses lidar and cameras with a wider field of view. It also has a wrist-mounted depth camera to help with reaching and grabbing. Those sensors help the robot understand what is around it. They also help it avoid obstacles and handle objects with more care. Hello Robot appears to be choosing richer data over a cheaper camera-only setup. That could help the robot work more safely in homes, where things change constantly. A cord may cross the floor. A rug may bunch up. A threshold may get in the way. A useful home robot needs to see enough to react. Stretch 4 includes autonomous features, but Hello Robot keeps a human involved. That can mean direct control. It can also mean a person supervises while the robot handles certain actions on its own. That approach feels realistic for home care. Fully autonomous home robots still face a tough road. Homes are personal, unpredictable and often cluttered. People also need time to trust a machine that works near them every day. With Stretch 4, a person can stay involved. That could make early home use safer and more practical. Stretch 4 may have its strongest early impact with people who have severe mobility impairments. That is where a home assistive robot could offer real value. Picking up a dropped item can become a big deal when someone has limited movement. The same goes for moving an object across a room or reaching something on a shelf. Small tasks can affect independence. Hello Robot has worked with Henry Evans, who is paralyzed and cannot speak. Evans uses a computer to control robots and has tested assistive robots in his home for years. His view cuts through the hype. For someone who cannot walk, a robot with legs may offer little benefit. A stable wheeled robot may do the job better. Safety may decide which robots actually make it into our homes. A robot in a factory works in a controlled space. A robot in your home works near people, pets, furniture and medical equipment. That raises the stakes. Stretch 4 includes safety features such as force limiting, collision avoidance, tilt avoidance and a dedicated runstop button. A humanoid robot faces a harder problem. If it loses balance or stops suddenly, it could fall. That creates a real concern around older adults, caregivers and people who cannot move quickly. That risk may explain why a less flashy robot could reach homes sooner. A robot that helps safely beats a robot that looks cool on video. Stretch 4 costs $29,950. That is a lot of money, especially if you are thinking about it as something for the average home. However, this version is not aimed at everyday folks just yet. Hello Robot says Stretch 4 is currently only certified for laboratory and research use while the company works toward additional certifications. The company also notes that some purchases may be restricted under the DoD 1260H designation, depending on the use of certain government funds. For now, Stretch 4 is more likely to appeal to researchers, care organizations and pilot programs that want to test what a wheeled robot can actually do. BERKELEY LAUNCHES A LIGHTWEIGHT OPEN-SOURCE HUMANOID ROBOT Those early deployments could help Hello Robot improve the system before a future version reaches our homes. The first truly helpful home robot may look nothing like an actual person. It may roll into the room. It may use one arm. It may look more like a tool than a character from a cartoon. That could all be a good thing. A home assistive robot should help with real tasks. It should move safely, reach carefully and work in the spaces people already use. For families caring for someone with limited mobility, that could become meaningful. A robot that helps someone grab an item or complete a simple task could support more independence at home. For the rest of us, Stretch 4 is a reminder that the first useful home robot may not be the one that looks the most human. It may be the one that can safely help with the small tasks that make daily life easier. Stretch 4 will not win a robot beauty contest. It will not walk through your house like a person. It will not look like the humanoid robots taking over social media feeds. Yet it may be closer to what you actually need. Hello Robot seems focused on a more grounded goal: build a robot that can help safely inside real homes. That may sound less exciting than a humanoid helper. However, it could mean far more to someone who needs daily help. And if Stretch 4 proves itself in homes, humanoid robot companies may have to answer a tougher question. Would you rather have a robot that looks human or one that can safely help you at home? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240ef7ee6011c3f4eb870d Trump says it's 'shocking' Major League Baseball still hasn't implemented a salary cap te 2026-06-06T12:13:43.199Z Trump says it's 'shocking' Major League Baseball still hasn't implemented a salary cap There's a lot of talk about whether the MLB needs to adopt a salary cap, and now President Donald Trump is giving his opinion on the matter. And he is quite firmly in the salary cap camp. OutKick's Dan Zaksheske asked the president about the MLB's current situation aboard Air Force One. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "If you don't have a salary cap, you don't have a sport," Trump said. "They can't help themselves. In sports, they can't help themselves. Football has a salary cap." MLB OWNERS COUNTER PLAYERS' UNION'S PROPOSAL WITH SALARY CAP FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 1994-95 STRIKE Not only does the NFL have a salary cap, so too do the NHL and the NBA, leaving the MLB as the only one of the four major North American professional sports leagues without one. "They should've done it a long time ago," the president said. "I know so much about sports, they should've done it a long time ago." Trump then mentioned his administration's efforts to enact laws regarding NIL, something he likened to a salary cap in professional leagues, and pointed to major schools losing hundreds of millions of dollars. "You can't have that," he said. "Nobody can afford that." The president circled back to baseball. "Major League Baseball — it's shocking, frankly, that they didn't put a cap on years ago," he said. "They had a chance to do a cap, and they blew it." The MLB and MLBPA are in the early stage of collective bargaining talks, and the first proposal for any kind of salary cap came this week. The league proposed a salary cap of $245.3 million for 2027. This season, the league's highest Opening Day payroll belonged to the Los Angeles Dodgers at $415.2 million, while the lowest belonged to the Miami Marlins at $81.8 million. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240ee3ee6011c3f4eb8704 Former Indiana Rep Stephen Buyer receives full pardon from Trump for 2023 insider trading conviction te 2026-06-06T12:13:23.201Z Former Indiana Rep Stephen Buyer receives full pardon from Trump for 2023 insider trading conviction The White House recently announced President Donald Trump on Thursday exercised his authority under Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution to grant a "full, complete, and unconditional pardon" to former Republican Indiana Rep. Stephen Buyer, who was convicted of profiting from insider information. The pardon absolves Buyer of a 2023 federal conviction that resulted in a 22-month prison sentence.  Buyer, who chaired the House Veterans' Affairs Committee and served as a House prosecutor during former President Bill Clinton's 1998 impeachment trial, was found guilty by a jury of operating off nonpublic, insider information after he left office. GOP LAWMAKER JOINS DEMOCRAT-LED EFFORT TO LIMIT TRUMP'S PARDON POWER The White House proclamation praised Buyer's "distinguished and highly productive" career, citing his service as a judge advocate general in the U.S. Army and his 1993–2011 tenure as a U.S. representative from Indiana. The pardon was supported by the "complete and total endorsement" of more than 50 current and former lawmakers, the White House said. Among those who endorsed the pardon included Republican Sens. Lindsey Graham and Roger Wicker and former House Speaker John Boehner. Other supporters were former Sen. Rick Santorum, R-Pa., former Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Texas, former Rep. Dan Burton, R-Ind., former Rep. Lamar Smith, R-Texas, and former Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill Jr. The proclamation directed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to "administer and effectuate the immediate issuance of a certificate of pardon" for Buyer. DEM CONGRESSMAN PARDONED BY TRUMP ACCUSES BIDEN-ERA DOJ OF WEAPONIZING INDICTMENT Buyer's conviction stemmed from allegations that he purchased stock in a management company called Navigant just weeks before one of his own clients, Guidehouse, acquired it. He was then accused of buying shares of Sprint after secretly learning about the company's unannounced plans to merge with T-Mobile. During the proceedings, U.S. District Judge Richard Berman, a Clinton nominee, argued the former congressman obstructed justice by giving the court false explanations for why he made the trades. TRUMP PARDONS 5 FORMER NFL STARS FOR WIDE-RANGING CRIMES Buyer's legal team pushed for a sentence of home confinement and community service rather than prison time, arguing that despite Buyer once earning up to $2.2 million in a single year, the cost of litigation had financially ruined him. According to his lawyers, Buyer and his wife were forced to sell their home, condo and two cars, and his wife had to re-enter the workforce at 65 years old. Despite the defense’s efforts, Berman sentenced Buyer to 22 months in prison, ordered him to forfeit the $354,027 he made from the illegal trades and imposed an additional $10,000 fine.  Federal prosecutors also pushed for Buyer to pay $1.4 million to cover the legal fees for both sides, but the judge ruled against the request. Fox News Digital's Anders Hagstrom contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240ecfee6011c3f4eb86fb Inside the California city where democratic socialists are testing their 'anti-business' agenda te 2026-06-06T12:13:03.209Z Inside the California city where democratic socialists are testing their 'anti-business' agenda Just 30 minutes from San Francisco sits the city of Richmond, Calif., which has quietly become one of the country's most unusual political experiments. It's a city where an activist coalition that includes democratic socialists has exercised influence over local government for years. From the outside, Richmond looks like any other working-class California city with a massive Chevron refinery looming over the shoreline and immigrant-owned businesses lining 23rd Street. Politically, however, Richmond stands apart. The Richmond Progressive Alliance (RPA), which was formed in the early 2000s, has played a major role in the city's government for more than two decades. The group's website states it was initially started to "challenge corporate power, oppose the Iraq War, and fight for fair housing and rent control." Its influence has only grown over the years, leaving many Richmond residents concerned about City Hall's relationship with local businesses and its openness to economic development. WILL SOCIALISM SAVE SEATTLE? CITY ADVOCATES STRUGGLE TO FIND SOLUTIONS AS HOMELESS, DRUG ADDICTS FLOOD STREETS The RPA's influence is perhaps most evident in City Hall, where Mayor Eduardo Martinez, who is aligned with the coalition and openly affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), leads the progressive-leaning city council. Martinez has championed policies focused on environmental justice and reducing corporate influence. However, critics say that the city has become increasingly hostile to businesses overall, both big and local. "Richmond embraces elements of progressive governance, but like the rest of America, we are not defined by any single ideology," Martinez told Fox News Digital. "We are a diverse community with a range of political perspectives, united by a commitment to serving our residents. While we may disagree on certain issues, I am encouraged by our ability to find common ground on priorities such as addressing homelessness, creating living-wage jobs, maintaining a clean city, and ensuring government works for the people." When asked about the influence the RPA has in Richmond, Martinez told Fox News Digital that the group "serves as an alternative to traditional, business-dominated politics. It seeks to empower communities that have historically been marginalized by providing meaningful opportunities for residents to participate in shaping the decisions that affect their lives." AS SOCIALIST MAYOR BATTLES ICE, SEATTLE POLICE AND CRIME VICTIMS SAY REPEAT OFFENDERS ARE TERRORIZING THE CITY "When I first ran for city council and was elected back in the early 90s, I was considered to be the most, let's say, the most liberal person on the city council. And since then, if anything, I've gotten even more liberal and progressive. But when I left, I wasn't considered the most conservative person on city council, so I didn't change that much. But the city council changed dramatically," former Richmond Mayor Tom Butt told Fox News Digital. Butt was the longest continually serving person on the City Council and played a consequential role as mayor. Now, he's concerned about the direction of Richmond under the RPA's influence. "When the first RPA people got elected — although I wasn't one of them and I had some suspicions of them — I found them very helpful to get things done I wanted to do," Butt said, adding that the group was helpful in tackling issues such as climate change and energy. "I enjoyed the help I got from those RPA folks. And then as they gained more power in the mid-2010s, they pivoted," he said. The shift in the RPA's impact on Richmond occurred amid the city's efforts to curb Chevron's influence in local politics. The energy giant runs a massive refinery in Richmond and remains one of the city's largest sources of tax revenue. While RPA leadership argued that the company should pay more to address environmental and community impacts, critics warned that if the city alienated Chevron, it could lead to disastrous economic results. Supporters of the RPA point to the coalition's victories in the city's fight against Chevron, arguing that the group has helped hold the company accountable. However, Butt said that City Hall's tension with business owners goes beyond Chevron. "I've seen a lot of changes here in Richmond. It's not a business-friendly place, it really isn't," Butt said. "If you're in business, you're pretty much on your own. The city of Richmond's not going to help you." THE SOCIALIST CRIME BLUEPRINT BEGINS: NYC LEADERS PULL BACK THE CURTAIN ON MAMDANI'S VISION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY Martinez pushed back on the idea that Richmond City Hall was adversarial with local business owners. "I would challenge the notion that Richmond is hostile to business. We support responsible corporate behavior and work effectively with companies that respect the city, the environment, their workers, and neighboring communities," he told Fox News Digital. "Those who characterize City Hall as hostile often do so because they have caused harm — or failed to prevent harm — to one of those stakeholders. It is our responsibility to protect residents, workers, and the environment from corporate negligence or abuse." Local business owners echoed similar concerns when speaking with Fox News Digital. Among the most vocal critics was Kevin Brown, the former president and CEO of Riggers Loft Wine Company, who believes the RPA is pushing a strictly "anti-business" agenda.  Brown said he invested approximately $2 million in transforming a former shipyard building into a waterfront winery, tasting room and event space that drew visitors from across the Bay Area. However, after a dispute with the city over deferred COVID-era rent payments, Brown's business was ultimately closed down. He told Fox News Digital that his conflict with the city underscored local leadership's broader hostility towards business owners. "We were, in our estimation and the estimation of many other people, a valuable business and kind of a calling card for Richmond, but when the city decided they wanted to change directions, they were just looking for, 'How do we get rid of them?,'" Brown said. The city disputed Brown's characterization of events, saying in a statement that his company accumulated nearly $400,000 in unpaid rent and violated its lease despite receiving accommodations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The city said it made "multiple efforts to find a resolution," but Richmond's Surplus Property Authority was ultimately forced to file two unlawful detainer cases in an effort to reclaim the property. WASHINGTON BUSINESS OWNERS FEAR SOCIALIST ‘MILLIONAIRES TAX’ IS DRIVING BUSINESSES OUT — AND THEY’RE NEXT According to Brown, the city's animosity towards businesses goes beyond political labels and ideology. "Eduardo Martinez says he's a social democrat. I'm not one way or the other. But you need a certain amount of business to help generate revenues and to be an attraction for people to come to the city. And you also need to have a great quality of life for the citizens," he said. Though, Martinez said that, in his view, "ideology is an essential component of elected leadership." "Voters choose representatives whose values and priorities align with their own. Our beliefs serve as a moral compass when making decisions and determining how best to serve our residents," he added. Similar frustrations were expressed by owners of businesses that are far removed from Richmond's political battles with Chevron. Along 23rd Street, an area of Richmond full of immigrant-owned businesses, Raul Ramirez built Tacos El Rulas. After emigrating from Mexico, Ramirez started with an ice cream cart before expanding to Mexican treats, food trucks and eventually a full-service restaurant that draws diners looking to try unique creations, like Mexican sushi. Despite building a successful business, the Ramirez family said that dealing with City Hall is often frustrating. IS MAMDANI'S SOCIALIST PUSH FOR RENT CONTROLS ABOUT TO WRECK THE NEW YORK CITY HOUSING MARKET? "The city council should actually pay attention to small businesses, because that's the next generation," Angel Ramirez, Raul's son, said. Angel said that small businesses in Richmond were struggling to get permits and claimed that some applicants had not received permits from the city, despite paying for them. "They always say a lot of stuff, but it never really gets done," he said. Brown, like other business owners and residents who spoke with Fox News Digital, said that Richmond's leadership was guided more by ideology than practical concerns. "They have a vision and ideology, and it's full speed ahead. That's what they're going to do," Brown said. The RPA did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Butt said he believes Richmond has become something larger than a local political dispute. "I think they're all frustrated that they can't change the United States to fit their vision of how government should work. But they certainly can do that in Richmond," he said. Martinez said his city is not an experiment, but rather "a shining example of working people recognizing their ability to govern themselves without being beholden to corporate influence or large financial interests." "We serve as an incubator for grassroots democracy, nurturing inclusivity, compassion, and responsible industry. We believe this reflects the purest expression of government of the people, by the people, and for the people." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240ebbee6011c3f4eb86f2 Jeff Bartos says UN reform is no longer an 'oxymoron' after $570M in cuts te 2026-06-06T12:12:43.211Z Jeff Bartos says UN reform is no longer an 'oxymoron' after $570M in cuts UNITED NATIONS — When Jeff Bartos appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in 2025 for his confirmation hearing, he was warned that the job he was seeking might not exist.  The Pennsylvania businessman, former political candidate and endurance athlete had been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as U.S. ambassador for United Nations Management and Reform — a title that has long sounded aspirational in a building famous for bureaucracy. During his confirmation hearing, Bartos recalled being greeted with a dose of skepticism. "UN reform? That's an oxymoron if I've ever heard one," lawmakers told him. TRUMP ADMINISTRATION COULD LEAD TO BUDGET CUTS, LEADERSHIP SHAKEUP AT UN Less than a year later, Bartos believes the impossible is beginning to happen. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, the Trump administration official laid out an ambitious campaign to reshape an institution critics say has become bloated, inefficient and increasingly disconnected from its founding mission. The effort comes at a pivotal moment for the United Nations. The stakes extend well beyond budgets. As the U.N. confronts a cash crunch, prepares to choose its next secretary-general and faces growing scrutiny from the administration, the debate over reform has become a battle over the institution's future: whether it remains on its current course or undergoes its most significant restructuring in decades. UN FACES SEVERE CASH CRISIS AS TRUMP ADMIN RAMPS UP PRESSURE ON WORLD BODY Secretary-General António Guterres has repeatedly warned of a growing liquidity crisis as the organization struggles with delayed member-state payments, including billions owed by the United States. At the same time, the Trump administration has made clear that future funding and support will be increasingly tied to reforms. Bartos argues that pressure is already producing results. Sitting at the U.N. headquarters, he points to what he calls historic achievements: roughly $570 million cut from the U.N.'s regular budget and 2,900 positions eliminated through negotiations among all 193 member states. "Again, never happened before in 80 years," Bartos said. "$570 million cut to the regular budget, approximately 3,000 posts cut. Unanimity. That's by consensus. All 193 countries had to come together." For Bartos, the achievement is particularly striking because many diplomats viewed meaningful reform as impossible. AMBASSADOR MIKE WALTZ LAYS OUT ‘AMERICA FIRST’ VISION FOR US LEADERSHIP AT THE UN "I promised you we wouldn't let you down," he recalled telling Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Jim Risch months after his confirmation. The reforms represent only what Bartos describes as a "down payment." The next phase is already underway. As member states negotiate peacekeeping budgets for the coming year, the administration is pushing to reduce spending, streamline missions and eliminate programs it believes no longer serve their intended purpose. One example, Bartos said, involves changing how the U.N. reimburses countries that contribute equipment to peacekeeping missions. Previously, reimbursement was largely based on whether equipment was present. "The methodology that the U.N. used to reimburse troop-contributing countries for equipment was: 'Is it there?'" Bartos said. The United States pushed for a simple change: "You get reimbursed when the equipment is put into action to do work." The reform could save roughly $30 million annually, according to U.S. estimates. For Bartos, however, the dollar figure matters less than what it represents. "It's a culture change," he said. "Being efficient, being respectful of every dollar, thinking about the taxpayers who fund all this." That mindset is driving the administration's next major targets: employee compensation and pensions. Bartos argues that the U.N.'s pension system and benefits structure consume resources that could otherwise be directed toward humanitarian operations. Not everyone at the United Nations agrees with Bartos' assessment. U.N. officials argue that many of the reforms predate the Trump administration and were already being pursued under Secretary-General António Guterres. "From day one, the Secretary-General has been committed to reforms," U.N. spokesman Stéphane Dujarric told Fox News Digital and added, "A few days ago, on 28 May, the Secretary-General told Member States that they need to act on structural reform, saying, "Genuine reform requires tough choices. This is no time for complacency, self-interest, or foot-dragging." The UN80 initiative is Guterres' flagship reform effort, aimed at cutting duplication, reviewing mandates and making the UN system more efficient. Still, Bartos argues the pace and scope of reform changed dramatically once the United States began applying pressure through budget negotiations and funding discussions. "The U.N. is at a decision point," Bartos told Fox News Digital. The debate comes as the organization faces mounting financial pressure. Dujarric said Guterres remains deeply concerned about ongoing liquidity challenges caused by delayed payments from member states, including the United States. "Unlike a government, the U.N. cannot borrow or print money," Dujarric said, warning that the organization is expected to execute programs with funds it has not received while also returning unused funds at the end of the year. Earlier in 2026, Guterres urged member states either to pay their assessed contributions in full and on time or overhaul the U.N.'s financial rules to prevent what he described as the risk of financial collapse. The reforms are unfolding as the U.N. begins preparing for one of the most consequential transitions in years: the search for a successor to Guterres, whose term expires at the end of 2026. According to Bartos, reform has become a central topic in discussions with prospective candidates. The administration hopes the next secretary-general will embrace efforts to reduce bureaucracy and return the institution to what Bartos repeatedly describes as a "back-to-basics" approach. The challenge, he acknowledges, is enormous. Yet Bartos insists the experience has prepared him in unexpected ways. Before entering government, he completed two Ironman triathlons while balancing work and family life. "It's discipline, planning, prioritization," he said. "It's not dissimilar to budget negotiations." The comparison may sound unusual, but it reflects how Bartos views the job: not as a sprint, but as an endurance race requiring patience, persistence and long-term thinking. The mission also carries a personal dimension. TRUMP REMOVES US FROM UN HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL, BANS UNRWA FUNDING After two unsuccessful statewide campaigns in Pennsylvania — first as the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor in 2018 and later as a candidate in the state's 2022 Republican Senate primary — Bartos said he had largely stepped away from politics before returning to public service following the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel.  Bartos recalled his wife urging him to get involved: "You've spent your life working on these issues. You need to do something." He ultimately joined efforts to help elect Trump and later accepted the U.N. role. Now, after tackling what many considered the first impossible mission — reforming the United Nations — Bartos is preparing for what may prove an even harder challenge. Bartos said he was recently tasked by U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz with helping lead efforts to combat what the administration views as entrenched anti-Israel bias across the U.N. system, including agencies, special rapporteurs and investigative bodies. The debate intensified following the publication of the U.N. secretary-general's annual report on conflict-related sexual violence, which added Israeli security forces to the report's blacklist of parties credibly suspected of patterns of sexual violence in armed conflict. Israel rejected the allegations and announced it would suspend engagement with Secretary-General António Guterres' office. ISRAEL ACCUSES UN OF PLACING IT ON SAME SEXUAL VIOLENCE BLACKLIST AS HAMAS TERRORISTS, SEVERS TIES Responding to the report, Waltz told Fox News Digital that the UN has failed to address what he described as a longstanding pattern of institutional antisemitism. "The U.N. was built in the wake of World War II and the Holocaust, and yet, remarkably, it continues to be weaponized against the Jewish people and Israel," Waltz said. "Whether it's a U.N. official regularly referencing Israel as a 'stain on humanity' and attacking American companies for doing business with Israel, or reports that spread misinformation and propaganda, this antisemitism is completely unacceptable." "It's been over a year since the secretary general signed off on an 'action plan' to fight antisemitism at the institution — it would be nice if the institution actually used it," he added. Bartos argues that anti-Israel bias has become embedded across multiple U.N. bodies and says the administration is working to dismantle what he calls that infrastructure through diplomacy, funding decisions and engagement with the next generation of U.N. leadership. "There is not a day that goes by that we're not working on that," Bartos said. The United Nations rejects accusations that it has ignored antisemitism within its ranks. Dujarric told Fox News Digital that the secretary-general launched a formal Action Plan to Combat Antisemitism in January 2025 aimed at tracking antisemitism within U.N. structures and evaluating whether the organization's policies and actions are effectively addressing the problem. Dujarric also disputed suggestions that Guterres directly controls some of the U.N. bodies most frequently criticized by Israel and its supporters.  "The U.N. mechanisms that you allude to, including human rights mechanisms, are created by and accountable to Member States," Dujarric said. "The Secretary-General has no authority over them." "It is very important for Member States to actively engage in these mechanisms if they have concerns about their content and tone," he added. "The U.N. is at a decision point," Bartos concluded.  Whether the institution changes enough to satisfy its largest financial contributor remains one of the most consequential questions facing the organization — and the man charged with answering it insists the work is only beginning. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240ea7ee6011c3f4eb86e9 Michigan athlete lured by Snapchat message before being shot, dumped in lake while still alive te 2026-06-06T12:12:23.289Z Michigan athlete lured by Snapchat message before being shot, dumped in lake while still alive Tiffany Valdez still vividly recalls hearing what sounded like gunfire before learning her beloved brother had been killed. In the early hours of June 7, 2018, Emilio Valdez left his mother's home and entered a Pontiac Grand Prix parked outside a neighbor's house. Moments later, police said he was shot inside the vehicle. Investigators later determined the 20-year-old suffered gunshot wounds to the chest and the back of the head. The episode stated that Emilio was still alive when he was thrown into Osmun Lake. GRIEVING MOMS DIG WITH ‘BARE HANDS’ TO UNEARTH THE DARK TRUTH BEHIND THEIR MISSING AND MURDERED CHILDREN Valdez and her family appeared in Investigation Discovery's true crime series, "Bodies in the Water," which examines homicide investigations in which waterways became crime scenes. Each episode explores how investigators used forensic evidence to bring killers to justice. "I heard the gunshots," Valdez told Fox News Digital. "I ran outside, and the car I had just watched him get into was speeding away with music playing loudly. When I last spoke to him, it was nighttime. He called me to open the door because he didn't have his key. He was coming home after hanging out with friends. He was going back out to spend time with friends." "We had been trying to get ahold of him all night and all morning," she recalled. "We learned [on social media] that a body had been found in Osmun Lake. We didn't want to believe it was him. But then my sister and I had to identify his body." WATCH: DYLAN ROUNDS' MOTHER EXPLAINS HOW MISSING SON'S CELLPHONE HELPED BREAK CASE AND LED TO SQUATTER'S ARREST Emilio grew up in Pontiac, Michigan, in a large, close-knit family. A star athlete, he was known for his easygoing nature and ability to make friends wherever he went. "We were always proud of him," said Valdez. "When he was in middle school, there was a boy in his class who was being bullied because his family didn’t have much money, and he didn’t have nice clothes. Emilio stuck up for him and took the shoes, brand-new Jordans, right off his feet and gave them to the kid. I remember him coming home with no shoes, but he was so excited and grateful to help that kid." "But that was my brother," Valdez continued. "He was kind and so giving. He loved meeting new people, and he loved his family. Every day, he woke up with a smile on his face. He was spontaneous and fun. He was a good person." Emilio rarely went long without posting to Snapchat. But on the morning he disappeared, the steady stream of updates stopped. Valdez said that during the final months of his life, her brother increasingly gravitated toward a new group of friends. The episode described them as a rougher crowd than the longtime friends and teammates he had traditionally surrounded himself with. Investigators said Emilio was carrying a bag of marijuana and a shoebox when he left home. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "We knew very little about this new group of friends until after Emilio’s death," said Valdez. "And in those early days, we had no idea who would want to do this to our precious brother." Emilio's bloody clothes were found by two fishermen near a dock at Osmun Lake. Authorities said the clothing appeared to contain a bullet hole. According to the episode, investigators also found a trail of blood, tire tracks and drag marks nearby. A vehicle appeared to have struck several benches. Emilio's body was later recovered from the lake. Evidence suggested he had been dragged toward the water. "We kept our faith that we would find out who did this, but it was rough," said Valdez. "It took years to make an arrest. Before then, it was difficult knowing someone had committed this horrific crime and was still walking free. But we kept our faith that we would get answers. We never stopped fighting for Emilio." The episode revealed that a Grand Prix containing blood, a spent shell casing and Emilio's phone was later found submerged a few miles away. It was reported stolen by Guadalupe Maria Davila-Rodriguez. She noted that her son, Angel Jose Alvarez, would borrow her vehicle. Police questioned Alvarez, who had a criminal background. He denied any involvement in Emilio's disappearance. Valdez told Fox News Digital she had never heard of Alvarez before investigators identified him as a suspect. For nearly four years, the case remained unsolved. Then, in 2022, a new team of detectives reopened the investigation. After reviewing Emilio's Snapchat activity in the hours before his death, investigators found a message reading, "You comiin?!" that had been sent shortly before he left home. Detectives later linked the account to Alvarez. SIGN UP TO GET THE TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Phone records also showed Alvarez contacted his brother and mother after Emilio's killing. Investigators said Alvarez's mother later reported the Grand Prix stolen after receiving a call from her son. After constructing a timeline, investigators concluded that Emilio had been lured to meet Alvarez shortly before his disappearance. Phone records showed Alvarez making calls to his brother and mother after the killing. Detectives believed Alvarez called his brother to pick him up from Osmun Lake, where Emilio's body was later found, and then contacted his mother, asking her to report the Grand Prix he had been driving as stolen. Alvarez, his brother and his mother were arrested later that year. "I broke down in tears from gratitude," said Valdez. "It was such a relief and a win for the family." The episode suggested that, in Emilio's final years, his popularity, appearance and close friendships with women may have fueled jealousy and resentment among some of his peers. "I believe [jealousy] was the case wholeheartedly," said Valdez. "I feel they were jealous of the fact that Emilio was hanging out with all the girls. Emilio grew up with five sisters, so he knew how to treat women. He knew how to respect women. He was capable of showing love to his female friends on a platonic level. And when my family and I saw Angel’s interrogation tape, he tried to paint himself the picture of who Emilio actually was." SIGN UP TO GET THE TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Authorities have never publicly identified jealousy as a motive, and prosecutors did not offer a definitive explanation for why Emilio was targeted. Prosecutors presented a timeline supported by phone records and vehicle evidence during the trial. A jury ultimately convicted Alvarez of second-degree murder in June 2024. He was sentenced the following month to 36½ to 80 years in prison. His brother, Juan Diego Hernandez, and mother, who were initially charged as accessories after the fact, later pleaded no contest to reduced charges of lying to a police officer during the homicide investigation. Hernandez received a six-day jail sentence, while Davila-Rodriguez was also convicted on the reduced charge. The motive behind Emilio's killing remains unclear. "Angel never owned up to what he did," said Valdez. "We still have that open question of why, but we sort of know why. We’re hopeful that one day Angel will own up to what he did and hopefully turn his life around. But first, he has to admit what he did. For the family, the hardest part is not really living with unanswered questions but dealing with the fact that my brother’s killer won’t just admit it. Just say what you did and be sorry." GET REAL-TIME UPDATES DIRECTLY ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Today, Valdez and her family hope their pursuit of justice will inspire other grieving families. But Emilio's story also carries a warning. "Be careful who you call a friend," said Valdez. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240e93ee6011c3f4eb86e0 I found my cousin nearly $30,000 in ‘lost’ money. Then I discovered who was holding it te 2026-06-06T12:12:03.296Z I found my cousin nearly $30,000 in ‘lost’ money. Then I discovered who was holding it A few months ago, I was poking around Colorado’s unclaimed property database when I spotted a familiar name: my cousin Jonathan. The listing was maddeningly vague. It showed his name, an old address and one slippery little phrase: "over $250." That could mean $251. It could mean $2,500. Or, as it turned out, it could mean nearly $30,000. ‘FILTHY FORTUNES’ STAR SAYS MILLIONS OF AMERICANS ARE UNKNOWINGLY SITTING ON $10K–$20K JACKPOTS IN THEIR HOMES I sent the listing to Jonathan and forgot about it. Weeks later, he called me stunned but happy. The money was real. It was a forgotten tax refund that had been sitting in state custody for years. His first question was the obvious one: How could I not have known about this? The answer should make every American angry. EXCLUSIVE: MARINE CORPS WIFE, MOM BLASTS BLUE STATE FOR WRONGFUL LEVY ON SAVINGS: ‘LEFT US WITH PENNIES’ Because the system is not really built to make this money easy to find or easy to get back. That one phone call sent me down a rabbit hole. I started digging through state records, audits, government databases and public documents. What I found was not some cute local-news story about forgotten cash. It was what amounts to a national scandal hiding in plain sight. CONDUENT DATA BREACH HITS MILLIONS ACROSS MULTIPLE STATES Across America, state governments are sitting on more than $100 billion in unclaimed money. That includes forgotten bank accounts, old paychecks, uncashed tax refunds, insurance payouts, unused gift cards, abandoned securities, utility deposits and money owed to dead relatives whose heirs never knew it existed. New York alone is holding more than $20 billion. California has about $15 billion. Texas is sitting on about $10 billion. This is not government money. It is your money. My cousin’s money. Your parents’ money. Your dead grandmother’s money. Your old employer’s money. Your forgotten tax refund. I'M OHIO'S STATE AUDITOR — MEDICAID FRAUD IS NOT JUST A WASHINGTON PROBLEM The government calls it "unclaimed property." I call it what it is: a tax on forgetfulness. And states love it. Officially, these programs exist to protect consumers. The idea sounds reasonable enough. If a bank, insurance company or corporation owes you money and cannot find you, the money eventually goes to the state, which is supposed to safeguard it until you claim it. That is the theory. The reality is much uglier. Once the money lands in state custody, it becomes a quiet source of cash flow. States use it to plug budget holes, fund programs and make their books look better. They get to hold private money, earn interest on it in many cases, and spend large portions of it while waiting for people to come forward. But most people never come forward because they have no idea the money exists. That is the trick. This is one of the sneakiest ways governments make ends meet. No tax increase. No angry voters. No ugly campaign ad. No bill in the mail. Just take custody of money people lost track of, make the search process confusing, make the claim process annoying and count on millions of people never showing up. In Delaware, unclaimed property has become one of the state’s largest revenue sources. In Virginia, lost money helps fund teacher pensions, literacy programs and police. Connecticut uses it to help finance public election campaigns. Ohio officials have even looked at using unclaimed property money to help pay for a domed stadium for the Cleveland Browns. Think about that. Money that belongs to ordinary people can end up helping politicians, pension funds, police budgets and football stadium dreams, all while the rightful owners are left in the dark. If a private bank did this, regulators would be kicking down the door. When states do it, they call it public finance. And the games start before you even file a claim. Many states refuse to show the exact amount of money owed. Instead, they use vague labels like "over $250." That was the label on my cousin’s claim. It made a nearly $30,000 tax refund look like a minor errand. That is not a small detail. It changes behavior. If you think a claim might be worth $12, you may ignore it. If you know it is worth $12,000, you will move heaven and earth to get it. States know this. Some states go even further. New Jersey does not publicly list claims below $100, even though those small claims add up to hundreds of millions of dollars. Michigan has kept claims under $50 out of public view. In North Dakota, a state audit found that searches for claims worth $10,000 or more could return "no results found," even though such claims existed. Let that sink in. You could search for your money, be told there are "no results," and still have thousands of dollars sitting in government custody. Then there is the paperwork. Even after people find their money, getting it back can be a bureaucratic obstacle course. Some claims require notarized forms, mailed documents, death certificates, probate records, old IDs, proof of address and layers of paperwork that feel designed to make people give up. Yes, states need to prevent fraud. Nobody wants scammers draining legitimate claims. But there is a difference between protecting people and exhausting them. Every extra form, every vague database entry, every missing dollar amount, every mailed document, every notarization requirement increases the chance that someone walks away. And when they walk away, the state keeps the money longer. That is the incentive problem at the heart of the whole system. The harder the money is to claim, the longer it stays with the government. The longer it stays with the government, the more useful it becomes. The more useful it becomes, the less eager politicians are to fix the system. This is why the happy TV segments like ABC’s "Show Me The Money" bother me. You have seen them. An anchor announces that a viewer has found $500. A state treasurer, or one of his minions, beams for the camera. Everyone celebrates the government for giving someone their money back. But that is like praising a man who borrowed $100, returned $3, and asked for a medal. New York brags that it returns millions of dollars a day. What it mentions less often is that it still holds more than $20 billion. Nationally, states return only a small fraction of what they hold each year, while the total pile keeps growing. That is not success. That is failure with good public relations. And it gets worse. Some states keep the interest earned on your money. California, for example, charges companies steep penalties if they fail to turn over unclaimed money on time, but pays rightful owners no interest when the state holds their money for years. So, the state can punish companies for being late, hold your money, earn from it and then give you back only the original amount. Nice work if you can get it. This is not some theoretical consumer issue. It hits people who can least afford it. People who move often. Retirees. Families handling estates. Workers who changed jobs. People who lost a parent. People who had medical bills, old insurance policies, forgotten refunds or closed bank accounts. The average claim is often meaningful. Some claims are small, but others are enormous. In 2022, Illinois agreed to pay $11 million to the heirs of a Chicago man named Joseph Stancak, who died without a will. The lesson is obvious: the money is real. My cousin’s nearly $30,000 was real. But the system depends on people assuming it is not worth checking. That is why reform is finally getting attention. Massachusetts Democrat Sen. Elizabeth Warren has demanded answers from state treasurers. Members of Congress have introduced reform legislation. Hearings may be coming. Good. But the fix does not require a moonshot. It requires basic honesty. States should publish exact dollar amounts. They should list every claim, even small ones. They should stop hiding behind vague ranges. They should use tax records and other government databases to automatically match people with their money. They should make claims simple and digital. They should pay interest when they earn interest. And they should measure success by how much money they return, not how much they hoard. Most importantly, states should stop pretending this is free money. It is not. A forgotten tax refund is not a budget tool. A widow’s insurance payout is not a slush fund. A dead man’s bank account is not stadium financing. A worker’s old paycheck is not government revenue. It is private property. My cousin was lucky. I happened to search. I happened to recognize his name. He happened to follow through. A vague "over $250" listing turned into nearly $30,000. But luck should not be the system. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The government says it is holding this money for us. Fine. Then give it back. Because unclaimed does not mean unwanted. And forgotten does not mean forfeited. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240e7fee6011c3f4eb86d7 Americans say tipping practices 'have become ridiculous' as digital prompts push higher gratuities te 2026-06-06T12:11:43.362Z Americans say tipping practices 'have become ridiculous' as digital prompts push higher gratuities Americans may be reaching a tipping point with tipping screens. A recent Popmenu survey found that 78% of consumers believe tipping practices "have become ridiculous," while nearly three-quarters of people — or 74% — say they've noticed restaurants raising the suggested gratuity amounts displayed on digital payment screens.  When faced with those prompts, 59% of the 1,000 adults surveyed in March said they feel compelled to leave a tip. AMERICANS ARE FED UP WITH TIPPING CULTURE AS NEARLY 9 IN 10 SAY IT'S COMPLETELY 'OUT OF CONTROL' Even as consumers push back against what many call "tip creep," restaurant owners say diners still largely support traditional tipping when service is being provided. "It's kind of ingrained in American culture that if you go out to dinner at a restaurant, and you sit down and you're served, I think that a 20% tip is a good tip," said Vicki Parmelee, owner of Jumby Bay Island Grill in Jupiter, Florida. What customers increasingly dislike, Parmelee said, are screens that put pressure on customers to tip in situations in which gratuities were once optional or uncommon. "It is pretty annoying to go up to a service counter and order a coffee, and then have them turn around a terminal and expect a tip just for handing you a coffee," she told Fox News Digital. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Derek Simms, CEO of Texas-based Simms Hospitality Group, which operates eight restaurants in the Dallas area, said even people inside the restaurant business sometimes feel uncomfortable with modern tipping screens. "Even I give pause, and I'm in the restaurant business," Simms said — calling it "a very awkward moment." The survey found that many consumers are bypassing the preset options altogether.  More than a third — 36% — said they typically enter a custom tip rather than selecting one of the suggested amounts shown on restaurant payment screens. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Both restaurateurs said businesses should be careful not to make customers feel pressured into leaving gratuities. "I tell my staff that a tip is always something that's earned," Parmelee said. "It's not something they should ever expect." Simms warned that restaurants risk damaging customer loyalty if tipping prompts feel forced. "I don't want to lose a customer over some weird manipulation," he said. The survey suggests many consumers are drawing a distinction between tipping at full-service restaurants and being asked to tip for every transaction.  While 42% said they're becoming more comfortable with skipping gratuities in certain situations, many continue to tip restaurant servers at traditional levels. "When you get good service, you want to reward that," Parmelee said.  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "And even though most people will tip about 20% on average, if you have an exceptional server, an exceptional experience, sometimes they tip a little bit more." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240e6bee6011c3f4eb86ce Fox News AI Newsletter: Sanders bill would seize 50% of stock in OpenAI, Anthropic for sovereign wealth fund te 2026-06-06T12:11:23.372Z Fox News AI Newsletter: Sanders bill would seize 50% of stock in OpenAI, Anthropic for sovereign wealth fund IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER: - Bernie Sanders unveils plan to take 50% stake in AI companies for government wealth fund - College grads expect to earn $80,000 a year, but the math isn’t mathing - Jensen Huang says Nvidia's new RTX Spark chip will reinvent the PC SOCIALIST SHARE-UP: Democratic socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., is arguing that the federal government should establish a sovereign wealth fund that's financed by taking possession of half of the stock in AI giants like OpenAI, Anthropic and xAI, among others. PAPER CHASE: If you want to understand what's broken about higher education in America, look no further than one statistic. According to a recent survey, the average college student expects to earn $80,000 a year shortly after graduation. The reality? The average starting salary is closer to $56,000. That's a 30% gap between expectation and reality before a graduate even receives their first paycheck. THE AGENTIC ERA: Nvidia on Monday unveiled a new chip that will bring artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities onto laptops and desktop computers. The new AI chip, known as RTX Spark, was built as part of a collaboration between Nvidia and Microsoft to make personal computers that are built to power AI tools. CRACKED IN DAYS: Apple devices have earned a reputation for being tough to break into. That comes from Apple's tight control over the hardware, software and many of the protections standing between you and an attacker. However, a new claim from security startup Calif shows how quickly the cybersecurity world may be changing. FINANCIAL DYNAMITE: Billionaire Jeff Bezos just detonated a financial hand grenade in the middle of America’s tax debate. The Amazon founder recently suggested that the bottom half of American earners should pay zero federal income tax. Not lower taxes. Not a temporary rebate. Zero.  BIG BROTHER BOSS: The NewsGuild of New York has accused The New York Times of using artificial intelligence technology to monitor and surveil the performance of unionized tech workers in violation of their collective bargaining agreement. Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Fox News First Fox News Opinion Fox News Lifestyle Fox News Health Fox News Go Fox Nation Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future with Fox News here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a24003dee6011c3f4eb7fbc WATCH: Mackenzie Shirilla’s father calls her ‘a dumb 18-year-old’ while berating police in bodycam video te 2026-06-06T11:10:53.049Z WATCH: Mackenzie Shirilla’s father calls her ‘a dumb 18-year-old’ while berating police in bodycam video Newly released bodycam footage shows Mackenzie Shirilla’s father calling her "a dumb 18-year-old" while berating police and demanding they not question her after her arrest in a crash that killed two people.  The Ohio murder case for Shirilla, dubbed "hell on wheels," is back in the spotlight following the release of Netflix’s true-crime documentary "The Crash." Shirilla, now 21, is serving two concurrent sentences of 15 years to life in prison for killing her boyfriend, Dominic Russo, 20, and their friend, Davion Flanagan, 19, after prosecutors said she deliberately slammed her Toyota Camry into a brick building in Strongsville, Ohio, on July 31, 2022. Bodycam video obtained by Fox News Digital captures Shirilla’s father, Steven Shirilla, arriving at the Strongsville Police Department on Nov. 4, 2022, after his daughter was arrested. FATHER-TO-BE WAKES FROM COMA, TELLS POLICE GIRLFRIEND CRASHED CAR ON PURPOSE BEFORE HE DIES "I need to speak to my daughter," Steven Shirilla is heard telling officers. "You guys aren’t allowed to speak with her at all, that’s from the lawyer. He does not want you guys speaking to her." "It's unbelievable, I mean she's 18," Steven tells the officer. When officers told him Mackenzie Shirilla was 18 and could speak for herself, he shot back: "Yeah, but she’s a dumb 18-year-old that just turned 18." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X When his wife, Natalie Shirilla, protested, he added: "All the kids nowadays are dumb." Steven Shirilla repeatedly insisted police were "not allowed" to question his daughter and said he needed to speak with her so she understood not to say anything to investigators. As officers left the station's lobby, he yelled, "Don’t ask her any questions!" FOX NEWS TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER: BRYAN KOHBERGER'S NEW TARGET, LUIGI MANGIONE'S 'RED FLAGS,' BRIAN WALSHE TRIAL WATCH: Police bodycam captures grim wreck scene after Mackenzie Shirilla crash The body camera video offers a new glimpse at the frantic moments after Shirilla’s arrest. Other body camera video captured the aftermath of the fatal crash, with officers sifting through the annihilated vehicle as they pieced together the case. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Police records reviewed by Fox News Digital show Strongsville officers responded around 6:15 a.m. on July 31, 2022, after the Camry struck the PLIDCO building at 11792 Alameda Drive in Strongsville. Shirilla, then 17, was removed from the driver’s seat and flown to MetroHealth Medical Center. Russo and Flanagan were pronounced dead after being mechanically extricated from the wreckage, records show. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB A grand jury presentation reviewed by Fox News Digital said Life360 data showed the vehicle traveling 90 mph in a 35 mph zone, while Event Data Recorder information showed the accelerator fully engaged and no service brake applied in the seconds before the devastating crash. A later police request to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office said the deaths were initially classified as accidental, but investigators believed the evidence showed the crash was "not an accident, but an intentional act." Police asked the medical examiner to conduct a secondary review and change the manner of death to homicide. SEND US A TIP HERE Prosecutors argued at trial that Shirilla drove into the building to end her toxic relationship with Russo, and that Flanagan was an unintended victim who happened to be in the car. Shirilla's case is back in the limelight after Netflix's new series, "The Crash." Shirilla has maintained the crash was not intentional. Fox News Digital has reached out to Shirilla's attorneys for comment. Since the Netflix series, Fox 8 learned that Steve Shirilla will not be returning to his teaching position at Mary Queen of Peace School. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER "Catholic school personnel decisions are the purview of each school in the Diocese of Cleveland. Due to privacy considerations, neither the schools nor the Diocese ordinarily discuss personnel issues publicly," Catholic Diocese of Cleveland told Fox News Digital. "However, we can confirm that Mr. Steve Shirilla will not be returning to Mary Queen of Peace School." Fox News Digital has reached out to Mary Queen of Peace School for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a240029ee6011c3f4eb7f9b Trump moves to slash intelligence office ahead of permanent chief's arrival te 2026-06-06T11:10:33.052Z Trump moves to slash intelligence office ahead of permanent chief's arrival President Donald Trump said he wants soon-to-be acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte to begin shrinking the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) before a permanent nominee takes over — signaling a potentially aggressive effort to reduce the size of the agency responsible for coordinating the nation's intelligence community. Trump told The Wall Street Journal that he has privately instructed Pulte to begin what he described as a broader effort to streamline ODNI, calling the office "unnecessary and/or too big" and saying he wants the acting intelligence chief to "start the process" of reducing personnel before a permanent director is confirmed. "I'd like to see it smaller. I think there are a lot of people in there that shouldn't be there," Trump said, pointing to holdovers from the Obama and Biden administrations. Asked whether he wants Pulte to fire employees, Trump said he wants the acting intelligence chief to "start the process," adding that his eventual nominee to permanently lead the office should continue that work. TRUMP NAMES BILL PULTE ACTING DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard abruptly announced her resignation May 22, effective June 30, citing her husband's bone cancer diagnosis.  The president named Pulte, who currently serves as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to the acting role in early June. Because the position is temporary, Pulte does not require Senate confirmation and can serve for up to 210 days. Trump suggested Pulte's acting status could make it easier for him to carry out changes before a permanent director is confirmed. "You're less shackled," Trump said. "It sort of gives you more power, you know, for a somewhat limited period of time." The White House did not respond to Fox News Digital's questions on whether Pulte would be put up for confirmation as permanent director of national intelligence.  SENATE PUSH TO REAUTHORIZE NATION’S SPY POWERS STUMBLES OVER CONTROVERSIAL TRUMP DECISION "Frankly, it might be good for him to shake it up before people come," Trump added. "Because, if he reduced the size, in conjunction with me ... and in conjunction with possibly the person coming in ... he can do a lot of the hard work and we wouldn't have to saddle somebody that goes in." Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton quickly endorsed the effort, arguing the office has expanded beyond its original purpose and renewing his longstanding support for dramatically downsizing — or even eliminating — the office. "President Trump is right: the ODNI has grown far beyond its original mandate," Cotton wrote on X. "I've long advocated for downsizing, if not outright eliminating, this bureaucracy." TOM COTTON SLAMS ‘PARTISANS AND OBSTRUCTIONISTS’ IN DOD REPORTEDLY PLOTTING TO BLOCK TRUMP PLANS "Time to return these officers back to their home agencies to focus on actual intelligence work. I support President Trump in this effort." ODNI was established in 2004 following recommendations from the 9/11 Commission and was designed to improve coordination among U.S. intelligence agencies after failures to share critical information ahead of the terrorist attacks. The office oversees and coordinates the work of the nation's 18 intelligence agencies and components. Cotton has long been among lawmakers who argue the agency has grown beyond its original mission. Earlier in 2026, he introduced legislation that would cap ODNI at 650 employees.  The office had roughly 1,800 employees at the start of the second Trump administration, though outgoing Director of National Intelligence Gabbard has said she reduced the workforce by about 25%.  Trump's latest comments suggest the administration could pursue a more far-reaching restructuring effort than previously outlined — and that Pulte may be tasked with beginning that process before a permanent nominee is in place. The president's selection of Pulte as acting DNI surprised many lawmakers and national security observers because the Federal Housing Finance Agency director has no intelligence or national security background. Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell raised concerns about the appointment shortly after it was announced. "Anyone performing this role of such immense public trust must have the extensive national security experience required by statute, and no nominee who falls short of this requirement will earn my vote," McConnell said. "Trump thinks that Bill Pulte can be both director of the mortgage regulators and director of national intelligence," Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., said in a video posted to X. "You can't do both jobs ... this is outrageous."  Trump, however, has suggested that Pulte's temporary status is precisely what makes him well-suited to carry out the administration's plans for the office. The president said he hopes Pulte can begin reducing the size of ODNI before a permanent nominee takes over, allowing the acting chief to complete much of the "hard work" associated with the effort. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23f254ee6011c3f4eb7ba6 Delaney Hall snack purchases cast doubt on hunger strike reports, DHS says te 2026-06-06T10:11:32.887Z Delaney Hall snack purchases cast doubt on hunger strike reports, DHS says EXCLUSIVE: Revenue figures from the Delaney Hall ICE detention center’s commissary may undercut Democrats’ claims that a reported "hunger strike" is rippling through the Newark facility, as commissary spending surged during the reported strike period. A slew of Democrats have toured the facility and reported allegedly dire conditions and rotten food, but a source familiar with Delaney Hall’s operations disputed their claims. The source said Delaney Hall’s commissary — where inmates can purchase snacks and sundries — saw its revenue triple during the time period characterized by a hunger strike. When asked about the claim, the Department of Homeland Security backed it up and shared revenue data with Fox News Digital that supported the argument that detainees continued purchasing substantial amounts of food from the commissary during the reported hunger strike period. DAVID MARCUS: 5 BLATANT LIES DEMOCRATS ARE SPREADING ABOUT DELANEY HALL AND ICE Regional news outlets like Gothamist reported that men housed at Delaney Hall had begun a hunger and labor strike around May 23. Soon after, Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., went to the center, echoed those reports and was later caught in pepper-spray crossfire when outside agitators sparred with ICE agents guarding the entrance. Other lawmakers like Reps. Robert Menendez Jr. and Bonnie Watson-Coleman, D-N.J., made similar assertions. On Thursday, a DHS spokesperson told Fox News Digital the claims have been a "hoax" and provided data that lined up with what the source familiar had said. On May 26, Delaney Hall housed 724 individuals and its commissary took in $11,498 in revenue for the prior week. As the hunger strike period progressed, that number shot up week over week. FOX NEWS GOES INSIDE NEW JERSEY ICE FACILITY STORMED BY DEMOCRATS On June 1, the population inside had decreased to 621, but the commissary recorded weekly sales topping $30,000. Despite a 14% drop in detainee population, commissary revenue nearly tripled, and DHS officials suggested that detainees involved in the "strike" were instead eschewing their scheduled meals in exchange for snacks. "The hunger strike hoax was actually just Delaney Hall detainees trading nutritious meals for Honey Buns and Hot Cheetos," Deputy Press Secretary Lauren Bis said. "It’s time for sanctuary politicians to drop the political theater and work with us to get criminal illegal aliens out of our communities." Bis was backed up by her boss, Secretary Markwayne Mullin, who testified before Congress that much of the dispute stemmed from inmates balking at Americanized fare that did not match foods from their home countries. Mullin quipped that Delaney Hall is not intended to be a "Holiday Inn." ANTI-ICE PROTESTERS CLASH WITH AGENTS OUTSIDE NEW JERSEY DETENTION CENTER AS GOV. SHERRILL DENIED ENTRY A commissary menu provided by DHS showed scores of items inmates are able to purchase, including lotions, birthday cards, Cheetos, summer sausage and Hawaiian Punch. Characterizations of the facility's conditions were also less pointed this week after Rep. Herb Conaway Jr., D-N.J., discussed his Wednesday tour with neighboring Rep. Donald Norcross, D-N.J. Conaway, who represents Kim’s former Burlington County district, said in a statement he was "horrified and outraged" by reports of inhumane conditions and alleged lack of due process. Conaway — who is a physician — said he and Norcross toured the mess hall and infirmary, and while he demanded ICE shut the facility down until Trenton officials can conduct a formal inspection and review, he did not witness "major concerns" during the visit. "I had the opportunity, along with Congressman Norcross, to meet with about 20 women. Some have been here for over a year. Others have been a certain several months. Many of them had concerns, a lot of concerns. Some regarding their health. Most had family members, children; loved ones outside of this facility and certainly they miss them very deeply and want to get back to their lives," Conaway said in a separate recorded statement outside the gate.  "It’s critical that the appropriate state authorities get into this building and get into this right away, do their job, and then let the public understand what's going on. I think that'll be better for everybody if that's done." Last week, Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., joined other lawmakers on a separate tour and offered a different assessment: Nadler began speaking out against conditions at the center before he even reached the microphone, alleging the "food is very sparse" and that inmates eat only at 4 a.m., noon and 4 p.m. "And very often, they eat maggots in the food," he said, making an allegation denied by DHS officials. He also claimed medical services were limited and that inmates were waiting a long time for treatment, an allegation protesters also shouted at ICE agents later in the day. However, ambulances from a local Newark hospital regularly arrived throughout the day on Wednesday and Thursday, appearing to contradict claims that detainees were not receiving treatment. With lawmakers like Nadler alleging sparse food and unsanitary conditions, DHS officials argued that the commissary figures undercut claims that detainees were broadly refusing food during the reported hunger strike. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23f240ee6011c3f4eb7b9d Sex offender busted on Roblox mid-call with child as Louisiana declares war on online predators targeting kids te 2026-06-06T10:11:12.893Z Sex offender busted on Roblox mid-call with child as Louisiana declares war on online predators targeting kids LAS VEGAS — When Livingston Parish deputies executed a search warrant at a suspect's home, they discovered him actively using voice-changing technology to pose as a teen girl while communicating with a real child online— exactly the crime they had come to arrest him for. "He had a 14-year-old girl on the phone, he was basically disguising his voice, and that's what's so scary with these devices out there, these apps, that it will have no consequences," said Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard. "And this kid had no idea they were talking to a 40-something-year-old man." Investigators say the suspect was actively on Roblox, an online gaming app popular with children, according to authorities. And the suspect, a registered sex offender, shouldn't have been using it. Roblox says its platform does not include any kind of voice modulation, but the case is part of the state's lawsuit against the game company. 'TO CATCH A PREDATOR' HOST CHRIS HANSEN WARNS ROBLOX DANGERS FAR WORSE THAN PAST ONLINE CHATROOMS A statewide crackdown on child sex predators led to the arrest and highlights a disturbing national trend, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill told Fox News Digital last weekend at CrimeCon Las Vegas. "This is not a victimless crime," she said. "There are children who are being victimized to produce pornography that's being traded, and there are children who are getting raped and hurt in a number of ways." She described cases where children are lured from their homes hundreds or thousands of miles away before they are rescued. 205 ARRESTED IN FBI CHILD SEX OPERATION, PATEL AND BONDI ANNOUNCE Murrill said Louisiana is on track to receive 90,000 tips about online child exploitation this year alone, with 30,000 already processed by the end of May. And police across the state have made hundreds of arrests. In many cases, the parents are blindsided and don't know what to look out for. "When we all grew up, we always look for the white van, the ice cream truck, things of that nature," said Ard, who was also at CrimeCon, where the attorney general joined former "To Catch a Predator" host Chris Hansen for a panel on fighting child sex crimes. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "Now we have this internet-based platform," Ard continued. "That device that we now have in our hands that we give in our children is the white van, right? That is the white van. It is now at your dinner table. It's now in your bedroom." The Louisiana crackdown has targeted known, registered sex offenders — predators who aren't allowed to be using social media or gaming apps, authorities said. But they make their way online anyway, because that's where the victims are. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER "These big companies, like Roblox, they're not doing anything about it," Ard said. "So we have to take the initiative to do what we can to stop this." MEXICAN ILLEGAL ALIEN ALLEGEDLY USED ROBLOX CURRENCY TO SOLICIT EXPLICIT CONTENT FROM KIDS UNDER 10 Roblox is not the only app that authorities allege predators are using to harm children; however, it is wildly popular among kids and teens. SEND US A TIP HERE The company has also been named in several lawsuits — including one Murrill herself filed last summer — which allege that the platform is an environment where predators can target vulnerable children. Roblox disputed the characterization of its platform as unsafe, telling Fox News Digital that the allegations "fundamentally misrepresent how our platform works and fail to take into account the extensive, proactive measures we are pioneering and implementing to set a new standard in online safety." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Last year, Roblox CEO David Baszucki told FOX Business the company had implemented more than 100 new safety features to protect its users — about 40% of whom are under age 13. "Video and image sharing between users has always been prohibited on Roblox," a spokesperson said Wednesday. "Roblox’s technology makes it impossible for users to share images or videos in chat." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB The company also relies on a blend of AI-powered detection and human moderators to prevent users from exchanging personal information, and the spokesperson said Roblox cooperates with law enforcement around the country and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). Roblox chats are unencrypted and monitored around the clock, according to the spokesperson. "Earlier this year, Roblox became the first online gaming platform to require age checks for all users to access chat features so that younger users are limited to chatting only with peers by default," the spokesperson said. "Chat is disabled by default for users under nine." Fox News' Daniella Genovese contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23f22cee6011c3f4eb7b94 GOP victor in CA House primary cites major momentum shift in deep blue state: ‘Californians are tired’ te 2026-06-06T10:10:52.959Z GOP victor in CA House primary cites major momentum shift in deep blue state: ‘Californians are tired’ Republican congressional candidate and CAL DOGE Director Jenny Rae Le Roux says pushback on decades of Democratic control is fueling a political shift in deep-blue California, which was on display Tuesday with strong performances by gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton and LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt. "Californians are tired of one-party rule," Le Roux told Fox News Digital after her Tuesday night primary victory that sent her into a head-to-head match up with incumbent Democrat Dave Min in California's 47th Congressional District. "They know that the reason we’re suffering in this state and people are leaving California is because Democrats have been in charge for 60 years, and they’re up to no good." Le Roux argues that Min has not done enough to represent people across the district, saying her campaign has "already started doing the job that he’s not doing." CALIFORNIANS EXPERIENCING A ‘RED SHIFT’ OF LOCAL DEMOCRATS BECOMING REPUBLICANS AMID MIGRANT CRISIS, CRIME "It’s just to do the thing that Dave Min is not doing, which is to represent the district," she said. "We are out in every community. We have a precinct-by-precinct operation. Anyone who wants to meet with us, we will meet with them." Le Roux said residents unable to get answers from Min’s office on fraud, veterans’ concerns or housing issues are turning to Republicans like her for help. "People are frustrated by his office," she said. "They’re not responsive. They ask us for help with fraud issues, issues with HUD and veterans’ issues, and we’re making calls and getting things done for the people in the district." In a statement to Fox News Digital, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee spokesperson Anna Elsasser defended Min, saying his office has helped constituents recover over $5 million from federal agencies. "Jenny Rae Le Roux’s lame attacks reflect both a lack of familiarity with Dave Min’s office, which has brought back over $5.7 million to constituents, and with the issues that Orange County families care about," Elsasser said. The Cook Political Report ranks the race between Min and Le Roux as "Solid D" as Republicans try to hold onto their razor-thin margin in the House. Democrats’ decades-long control of California has come under scrutiny as the Trump administration investigates alleged fraud involving healthcare, homelessness spending and nonprofit groups, issues Le Roux says are driving residents out of the state and pushing voters toward Republicans. HOUSE COMMITTEE LAUNCHES INVESTIGATION INTO 'RAMPANT' CALIFORNIA HOSPICE FRAUD Last month, federal officials suspended 800 California hospice and home health providers in a Medicare fraud crackdown tied to foreign-linked criminal networks accused of stealing more than $1 billion from taxpayers. Le Roux said her team at CAL DOGE, a private-sector initiative founded by Hilton, is uncovering more fraud in the state and "taking down not just the systems, but actually each one of the criminals that are going to be indicted over the course of the next six months." SCOOP: DEMOCRATIC VIRGINIA GOV SPANBERGER'S REPUBLICAN COUSIN AIMS TO FLIP KEY CALIFORNIA HOUSE SEAT RED "We’re finding the fraud that’s happening through Sacramento," she said. "They’ve been completely silent about it. They haven’t fought it themselves because they’re in on it." Since launching in early 2026, CAL DOGE says it has uncovered nearly $700 million in misused taxpayer funds. Le Roux said she will continue working with Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton to root out fraud. "We’ve got some fraud-fighting on our hands, and I’ll work with Steve up and down the state to make sure our money is being spent wisely before either one of us is in office," Le Roux said. Despite her criticism of Democrats, Le Roux said "it’s really important to keep relationships with people in other parties." Le Roux is the cousin of Virginia Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger, and she told Fox News Digital the two "faithfully messaged each other after campaigns" and despite having "completely different opinions," we "really love each other." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23f218ee6011c3f4eb7b8b West Virginia woman battling stage 4 cancer crosses Taco Bell grand opening off her bucket list at age 86 te 2026-06-06T10:10:32.969Z West Virginia woman battling stage 4 cancer crosses Taco Bell grand opening off her bucket list at age 86 An 86-year-old West Virginia woman who long dreamed of seeing a Taco Bell open in her hometown recently got to cross the grand opening off her bucket list after wondering whether she would live long enough to see it happen. The ‘Taco Bell Queen’, said she had hoped for years that the town, a suburb of Charleston, would get its own location. "I was always wanting a Taco Bell here in this little town of Sissonville," Monk said. When her son told her the restaurant was finally coming, Monk mentioned she was thrilled.  "My son…had been working trying to get one," she said. "He [came] to me one day and he said, ‘Mom, I finally got them to come. They’re coming. They are going to be here for you.’" But around the same time, Monk received devastating news. After coming down with a virus and visiting her doctor, she said medical tests revealed that she had stage 4 cancer. Monk said doctors told her she had a few months to live. 104-YEAR-OLD WOMAN CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY BY FULFILLING MOST UNUSUAL WISH "Out of nowhere, we found out that I had stage 4 cancer," she said. As construction continued on the Taco Bell, Monk remarked that she found herself wondering whether she would live to see the restaurant open. "As I went up and down the road in front of the Taco Bell, they were working, and I’m just trying to guess and figure out, is the Lord going to let me stay here long enough to be able to see that Taco Bell open?" she questioned. "They were supposed to be for me, and now I may have to leave this world before I get to see it open." Not much later, the Taco Bell’s construction was completed in her town. On opening day, Monk said she was brought in early to celebrate. Her son, who helped advocate for the restaurant, was expected to cut the ribbon, so he brought Pauline with him. The moment quickly turned into something bigger than a restaurant opening. The Sissonville resident became a local legend and an internet sensation.  THE LATEST FAST-FOOD ODDITY — A MOUNTAIN DEW PIE FROM TACO BELL — SPARKS FRENZY ONLINE "They all hollered," Monk mentioned of the people waiting outside. "They said, ‘She’s the Taco Bell queen.’ So now I’m known everywhere I go as the queen of Taco Bell." Pauline explains that the go-to Taco Bell order is a Nachos BellGrande or a chicken quesadilla, and enjoys cinnamon twists for dessert. Her family has leaned into her new title, too. Though the Taco Bell story has brought Monk unexpected and wonderful attention, she said there is more to her life than her love for the fast-food chain. Monk said she grew up with 7 siblings in a local country town and has always tried to be giving. For years, she said, she baked pies for people in her church and community. "Since I’ve been a young girl, I’ve always attended church and been a Christian over the years," Monk said. "I gave, and I was happy and joyous to give people pies and apple pies." SOCIAL MEDIA STAR 'THE FOOD NANNY' REVIVES HEIRLOOM RECIPES, ANCIENT GRAINS AND SIT-DOWN DINNERS Now, she said, that kindness is being returned. "Everybody at church, everybody I knew got pies," she noted. "And now they’re giving it back. I’m getting food from everywhere." Monk mentioned she is being cared for by her loving husband and family. "I’ve got a good husband," she said. "My husband has been so good to take care of me." She said her faith has helped her remain at peace as her cancer has progressed. "I know the Lord and the Lord knows me," Monk insisted. "I feel like when he’s ready for me to come home, he’ll take me, and I’m ready to go." Monk mentioned that doctors advised against chemotherapy because of her age. She said she later learned the cancer had spread to her lungs. "It’s just a matter of time," she said. "But while I’m here, I want to spread the word of God and be thankful and help people whatever way I can." As her story continues to make people smile, Monk said she is grateful for the love she has received from her family, her community and strangers who have heard about the "Taco Bell queen." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23eb0eee6011c3f4eb7a14 Raúl Castro makes first public appearance since Trump administration charged him with murder te 2026-06-06T09:40:30.801Z Raúl Castro makes first public appearance since Trump administration charged him with murder Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro made his first public appearance Friday since the Trump administration charged him with murder over the 1996 shoot-down of planes operated by a Cuban exile group. Castro appeared on state television during an Interior Ministry celebration in Havana, according to Reuters. The appearance came weeks after the Department of Justice unsealed an indictment accusing Castro of playing a role in the downing of two aircraft operated by the Miami-based exile organization Brothers to the Rescue nearly 30 years ago. Castro was charged with conspiracy to kill U.S. nationals, destruction of aircraft and four counts of murder. DOJ, TREASURY INVESTIGATE NONPROFITS AND LEADERS ALLEGEDLY COORDINATING WITH CUBA IN INFLUENCE CAMPAIGN Castro, who turned 95 on Wednesday, was last seen publicly during May Day celebrations in Havana, days before the indictment was unsealed. Prior to his May Day appearance, Castro had remained out of public view for months, appearing only at a public ceremony in Cuba's capital in January honoring 32 Cuban soldiers killed during the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The indictment centers on a February 1996 incident in which Cuban military aircraft allegedly shot down two unarmed civilian planes operated by Brothers to the Rescue, killing four men: Carlos Costa, Armando Alejandre Jr., Mario de la Peña and Pablo Morales. OBAMA’S BASEBALL OUTING WITH CASTRO REIGNITES FURY AFTER TRUMP DOJ DROPS HAMMER ON CUBAN LEADER Prosecutors allege the aircraft were flying outside Cuban territory when they were destroyed. The indictment came amid rising tensions in the Caribbean and a series of comments from Trump and his surrogates hinting at possible regime change in the island nation. President Donald Trump previously praised the indictment, saying Cuban Americans whose families suffered under the communist regime had waited decades for accountability. TRUMP DECLARES NATIONAL EMERGENCY OVER CUBA, THREATENS TARIFFS ON NATIONS THAT SUPPLY OIL TO COMMUNIST REGIME "We have big news on Cuba, as you know, with the indictment of Castro," Trump said. "A lot of people have suffered very big, very, very, at levels that few people would understand." Trump also suggested tensions with Cuba would not escalate following the indictment. "There won’t be escalation," he said. "We won’t have to." MADURO'S CAPTURE IS 'BEGINNING OF THE END' FOR CUBA'S REGIME, HOUSE INTELLIGENCE CHAIR SAYS Still, the decision to indict Castro fueled comparisons to the pressure campaign Trump previously used against Maduro. "At the very least, it means symbolically that he is now set up just as Nicolás Maduro was," Christine Balling, a Cuba expert at the Institute of World Politics and former advisor to U.S. Special Operations Command South, previously told Fox News Digital. The U.S. indicted Maduro on narco-terrorism charges while tightening sanctions on Venezuela's oil sector, backing opposition efforts to remove him from power and increasing military operations in the Caribbean. "I don't think that we are necessarily going to conduct the same operation," Balling said. "Raúl Castro is 94 years old. It might not be worth the trouble." Still, Balling argued that the indictment sent "a very straightforward message that we are 100% behind the fall of the Castro regime." Fox News Digital's Robert McGreevy, Greg Wehner and Morgan Phillips, along with Fox News' David Spunt, Bill Mears and Jake Gibson contributed to this report. Reuters also contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23e453ee6011c3f4eb78f9 Paxton’s Senate Bid Raises the Stakes in His War on Latino Voting Groups te 2026-06-06T09:11:47.607Z Paxton’s Senate Bid Raises the Stakes in His War on Latino Voting Groups The Texas attorney general has mounted an all-out effort to prove Democratic Hispanic groups have been corrupting elections. Now he could be the beneficiary of his own attacks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23e43fee6011c3f4eb78f0 As Trump Pushes Deportations, a Skyrocketing Caseload Strains Immigration Courts te 2026-06-06T09:11:27.606Z As Trump Pushes Deportations, a Skyrocketing Caseload Strains Immigration Courts A federal surge has more than doubled caseloads within some immigration courts nationwide. Lawyers say the tactic is causing errors and confusion. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23e42bee6011c3f4eb78e7 Dallas’s Halperin Park Seeks to Reconnect Oak Cliff Decades After Highway Divided Neighborhood te 2026-06-06T09:11:07.613Z Dallas’s Halperin Park Seeks to Reconnect Oak Cliff Decades After Highway Divided Neighborhood Built atop a freeway that once split a historic Black neighborhood, Halperin Park attempts to reconnect communities divided by midcentury highway construction. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23e417ee6011c3f4eb78de YouTuber and Wife Ended Pregnancy After Down Syndrome Diagnosis. They Got Death Threats. te 2026-06-06T09:10:47.687Z YouTuber and Wife Ended Pregnancy After Down Syndrome Diagnosis. They Got Death Threats. After Jesse Ridgway, a popular YouTuber, and his wife, Ashley, revealed the news, death threats followed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23e403ee6011c3f4eb78d5 Deluged With Mail Ballots, California Takes Its Time Counting Votes Again te 2026-06-06T09:10:27.689Z Deluged With Mail Ballots, California Takes Its Time Counting Votes Again Experts say speeding up the count in California would take more resources, but also scaling back rules that expand voting access. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23dfa3ee6011c3f4eb7821 Sen. Farnsworth Honors Don Bolles On 50th Anniversary Of Assassination te 2026-06-06T08:51:47.119Z Sen. Farnsworth Honors Don Bolles On 50th Anniversary Of Assassination By Ethan Faverino | Senator David Farnsworth (R-LD10) paid tribute to the life and courageous work of investigative reporter Don Bolles, earlier this week, marking the 50th year anniversary of his assassination and reaffirming the enduring importance of journalistic integrity and accountability. On June 2, 1976, Bolles, a reporter for the Arizona Republic and one of the founding members of Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE), was mortally wounded when a bomb detonated beneath his vehicle in a Phoenix parking lot. He succumbed to his injuries 11 days later on June 13, 1976 at age 47. Prior to the attack, Bolles had been lured to a downtown hotel by a source promising information on land fraud linked to organized crime, in which the source never appeared. Bolles dedicated his career to exposing organized crime, political corruption, and influence peddling in Arizona. His murder sent shockwaves across the nation and galvanized the journalistic community. In the wake of his assassination, IRE members launched a major collaborative investigation not only into Bolles’ killing but into deeper systemic corruption that enabled such violence against a reporter in broad daylight. Their efforts underscored a powerful message: assassinating a journalist would not silence the press but would instead amplify scrutiny of the powerful interest involved. “Don Bolles paid the ultimate price in pursuit of the truth. Fifty years later, his sacrifice still serves as a reminder that corruption thrives when good people look the other way,” stated Senator Farnsworth. “Don Bolles may not have succeeded in rooting out every instance of crime and corruption he set out to expose, but he succeeded in something equally important: he opened the eyes of countless Arizonans to the fact that corruption existed and demanded attention.” In March, Senate Republicans advanced legislation to honor Bolles’ legacy alongside that of Charlie Kirk. SB 1686, sponsored by Senator Jake Hoffman (R-LD15), would rename Wesley Bolin Plaza as the Wesley Bolin and Charlie Kirk Freedom Plaza. The bill would also authorize the placement of memorials commemorating both Kirk and Bolles within the plaza. It is currently pending in the Arizona House of Representatives. “In many ways, I am serving in the legislature because of Don Bolles and the awareness his work created,” added Farnsworth. “His story instilled in me a belief that public service comes with a responsibility to challenge corruption wherever it exists and to demand accountability from those entrusted with power. Fifty years later, I still feel obligated to do my part.” The legislation includes specific provisions for the memorials, emphasizing private funding: No public monies are authorized for the costs of either memorial. All fundraising and contracts for design and construction are the responsibility of private proponents. The authorizations include delayed repeal provisions effective after September 30, 2029. Fifty years after his death, Don Bolles is remembered not only as a victim of violence but as a martyr for truth whose work helped elevate public awareness of corruption and reinforced the vital role of a free and independent press in safeguarding democracy. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Sen. Farnsworth Honors Don Bolles On 50th Anniversary Of Assassination first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23df8bee6011c3f4eb7818 Arizona State Troopers Association Endorses Warren Petersen For Attorney General te 2026-06-06T08:51:23.531Z Arizona State Troopers Association Endorses Warren Petersen For Attorney General By Ethan Faverino | The Arizona State Troopers Association, representing more than 1,200 troopers and 750 civilian employees of the Arizona Department of Public Safety, has endorsed Warren Petersen for Attorney General, delivering a significant boost to the challenger in Arizona’s race. The endorsement marks the latest in a series of high-profile law enforcement backing for Petersen, who has earned support from multiple major police organizations and elected officials across the state and country. “Throughout his time in the Arizona Legislature, Warren Petersen has always been a friend to the Troopers and to law enforcement around the state,” stated President of the Arizona State Troopers Association, Jeff Hawkins. “Arizonans – and the men and women who serve in law enforcement – deserve an Attorney General who stands with and fights for them against the lawlessness that threatens to overcome our society. I know that Warren will continue to do just that as our next Attorney General, just as he has over his time in public service.” The Arizona State Troopers Association is the sole organization dedicated to representing the interests of Arizona Department of Public Safety employees. Its endorsement highlights Petersen’s longstanding commitment to supporting those who protect Arizona communities. Petersen expressed gratitude for the backing and highlighted his record of partnership with law enforcement: “I’m honored to earn support from the Arizona State Troopers Association,” said Petersen. “It has been an honor to work with the association to advance the interests of the men and women who serve our state in the Department of Public Safety. Our State Troopers sacrifice their lives and time with their family to keep Arizona safe. As Attorney General, I look forward to continued partnership with our men and women in uniform. I will always fight for law enforcement and our Arizona State Troopers.” Petersen’s support for law enforcement includes consistent advocacy for securing funding for specialized task forces, strengthening officer recruitment and retention efforts, and ensuring the aggressive prosecution of violent offenders. With this latest endorsement, Petersen now holds the backing of Arizona’s largest police organizations — including the Arizona Police Association, the Fraternal Order of Police, the Phoenix Police Sergeants and Lieutenants Association, and now the Arizona State Troopers Association — a level of unified support for a challenger to the incumbent Attorney General that is unprecedented in state history. The growing coalition of law enforcement leaders supporting Warren Petersen for Arizona Attorney General also includes: Utah Attorney General Derek Brown Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita Yavapai County Sheriff Ross Teeple Gila County Attorney Brad Beauchamp Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller Mohave County Attorney Matt Smith Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio Border Patrol Veteran Art Del Cueto Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Arizona State Troopers Association Endorses Warren Petersen For Attorney General first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23df76ee6011c3f4eb7806 Arizona Supreme Court Deals Major Blow To Attorney General Mayes’ Trump Electors Case te 2026-06-06T08:51:02.107Z Arizona Supreme Court Deals Major Blow To Attorney General Mayes’ Trump Electors Case By Staff Reporter | Attorney General Kris Mayes sustained a fatal blow in her case against the 2020 alternate electors for President Donald Trump.  Mayes doesn’t plan on giving up, though.  The Arizona Supreme Court denied Mayes’ appeal of lower court rulings in State v. Ward this week. This means that Mayes must start over to continue prosecution of the alternate electors.  Mayes’ spokesman Richie Taylor confirmed the attorney general plans to return to the grand jury to seek another indictment; he would not provide further comment.  Republican Rep. Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) said Mayes’ persistence to prosecute despite the rejection of multiple courts proved her to be “completely unhinged” and in need of sanctioning. “She’s wasting Arizona taxpayers’ money on her obsessive, Ahab-like pursuit of patriotic Arizonans who served as alternate electors after the stolen 2020 election,” said Hamadeh. “Her first sham indictment was already laughed out of every court in the state.” Illegitimate @KrisMayes is completely unhinged. She’s wasting Arizona taxpayers’ money on her obsessive, Ahab-like pursuit of patriotic Arizonans who served as alternate electors after the stolen 2020 election. Her first sham indictment was already laughed out of every court in… — Office of Congressman Abe Hamadeh (@RepAbeHamadeh) June 4, 2026 Senate President Warren Petersen (R-LD14) — who is running to unseat Mayes this November — said Mayes was the poster child of a “rogue” attorney general. “This is what a rogue AG looks like,” said Petersen. “Loses at every level and still not tired of losing.”  This is what a rogue AG looks like. Loses at every level and still not tired of losing. https://t.co/UKhjcfDPZx — Warren Petersen (@votewarren) June 4, 2026 Mayes has sustained a series of losses in her attempt to prosecute the Trump electors, each court ruling increasingly diminishing the life of her case until it reached the point where it lies now — effectively on life support as it awaits another grand jury indictment that may not come. Last September, the Arizona Court of Appeals rejected Mayes’ appeal of a ruling issued last May by the Maricopa County Superior Court. The latter court remanded Mayes’ case back to a grand jury, ruling that she violated the due process of the alternate electors by failing to give the grand jury a document critical to the indictment, the Electoral Count Act (ECA) of 1887. The ECA is a federal law outlining the legal process for casting and counting electoral votes in presidential elections. It was modified recently in 2022 under the Biden administration through the Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022 (ECRA).  The ERCA, in part, limited the vice president’s involvement in electoral certification to a ministerial role, raised the congressional threshold for elector objections to one-fifth of Congress, and made state governors the authority for submitting the certificate of electors. Key to the defense of the electors was the argument that they acted in good faith in accordance with the ECA.  Mayes has also been accused of receiving payment to prosecute the alternate electors, according to a whistleblower complaint filed last November.  That complaint alleged that States United Democracy Center (SUDC) paid around $200,000 to have prosecutorial influence over the alternate electors case. It was SUDC who advised Mayes’ office in a summer 2023 letter to prosecute Trump’s top supporters from the contentious 2020 election and its aftermath. Mayes’ office has denied the impact of the SUDC letter on their decision to prosecute the alternate electors. Hamadeh asked the Department of Justice to investigate this alleged “pay-to-play” scheme. That DOJ investigation is ongoing.  In April, a court of appeals judge ruled in another case that Mayes illegally withheld communications between her office and SUDC. Trump has pardoned these alternate electors and supporters of the federal charges against them, but state charges like Mayes’ remain. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Arizona Supreme Court Deals Major Blow To Attorney General Mayes’ Trump Electors Case first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23d84dee6011c3f4eb7688 WATCH: Maine voters divided on Platner as scandals shadow Democratic primary te 2026-06-06T08:20:29.919Z WATCH: Maine voters divided on Platner as scandals shadow Democratic primary MAINE — A new round of explosive allegations has put Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner back in the spotlight ahead of Tuesday’s primary, but voters who spoke to Fox News Digital were split on whether the scandals would affect their vote. "It's not a good situation," said Jeff from Waterloo, Maine, one of the residents interviewed outside a shopping plaza in Biddeford, adding that choosing the "lowest common denominator" should not be the answer. "I am a conservative, but he's just got so much baggage that I think if the Democrats want to have a winner, they're going to have to find somebody else because he's not the guy, just too much," he said. ‘HE HATED WOMEN’: EXPLOSIVE ABUSE, NEW NAZI TATTOO ALLEGATIONS FROM EXES ROCK PLATNER'S CAMPAIGN Sheila from Harrison, Maine, said the scandals would "absolutely" weigh on her vote. She said Platner lacks the judgment and values she expects from someone serving in Congress. "Anyone who's representing our country or representing us in Congress needs to be held to a higher standard, and I don't think he's got any standards," she said. Just days before Maine's Democratic Senate primary, former girlfriends told The New York Times that Platner engaged in heavy drinking, experienced violent episodes and discussed rape fantasies, accusations Platner has denied. DEMOCRATIC MAINE SENATE CANDIDATE GRAHAM PLATNER CONFRONTED BY MS NOW HOST ABOUT TATTOO CONTROVERSY The Marine Corps veteran also faced criticism over a string of controversies, including reports that he sent sexually explicit messages to younger women, a Nazi-linked tattoo and online comments mocking a Purple Heart veteran. While some voters said Platner raised red flags, others remained unfazed. Asked whether Platner's comments about women bothered her, Ellen from Acton, Maine, said, "When it comes to my vote, no." SENATE CANDIDATE GRAHAM PLATNER SENT EXPLICIT TEXTS TO MULTIPLE WOMEN WHILE MARRIED, WIFE SAYS: REPORT "I trust his wife," she said. "She knows him better than anybody. He is far from perfect. Most of this, my understanding, happened during a tough time in his life. The recent accusations, yes, they're more recent, but again, I trust her to know who he is morally. "I do think that, as a representative of Maine, aside from what he may do in his marriage, he's going to do a good job for me," she added. Jane from Wells, Maine, said her plans to vote for Platner haven’t changed. "I still like him," she said. "Oh yes. I love him." Jessica from Biddeford, Maine, said she was not following the controversy surrounding Platner because she ignores the news, arguing that the media distracts people from "the issues that are important." "We're better together as one instead of fighting each other over things that don't matter," she said. Platner will appear on the ballot alongside David Costello in Maine's Democratic Senate primary on June 9, with the winner advancing to face incumbent five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23d5f4ee6011c3f4eb760c WATCH: Hawley fumes after 4 GOP senators help sink Trump-backed voter ID law te 2026-06-06T08:10:28.335Z WATCH: Hawley fumes after 4 GOP senators help sink Trump-backed voter ID law Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., criticized four fellow Republicans who joined Democrats to block an effort to add the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to the Senate's reconciliation package, saying "you can't explain it to me why you wouldn't vote for voter ID." During Thursday's vote-a-rama, Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine, Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., and Thom Tillis, R-N.C., voted with Democrats to defeat an amendment that would have attached the election-integrity measure to the GOP's budget package. "I guess it's frustration," Hawley told Fox News Digital. "Listen, we've been doing this in Missouri for years. I mean voters in my state put it in our constitution." FOUR SENATE REPUBLICANS AGAIN UNITE WITH DEMS TO BLOCK TRUMP'S SAVE AMERICA ACT "Voter ID is the most popular thing out there," he continued. "There's a reason for that. People want their elections to be safe, they want them to be fair. And to me, you can't explain it to me, why you wouldn't vote for voter ID. I just don't understand it." Republicans, yet again, failed to pass the legislation Thursday night through the Senate, despite months debating the importance of attaching it to the roughly $70 billion budget reconciliation package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. REPUBLICANS FAIL TO ATTACH SAVE AMERICA ACT TO PARTY-LINE FUNDING PACKAGE Many senators who voted to block the SAVE act argued that a bill dedicated to voter ID laws and protecting election integrity should be determined at state-level, and should not have federal jurisdiction. Hawley rejected arguments that election rules should be left solely to the states, arguing Congress has long played a role in regulating federal elections. "We make federal rules all the time for elections, you know," Hawley said. "I mean all the time we do. And there's nothing more basic than protecting the integrity of the ballot and that's what this is about." PENCE URGES SENATE TO ‘RESTORE PUBLIC CONFIDENCE’ WITH NATIONWIDE VOTER ID LAW Congress has enacted numerous election-related laws over the years, including the bipartisan Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022, which revised procedures for certifying presidential election results. The SAVE Act would require applicants to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and would require voters to present photo identification when casting a ballot in federal elections. "37 states have voter ID already including several blue states," Hawley said in response to the idea that election rules should be left to the state. "So I think this idea that this is like ‘this is weird, this is exotic, this is out there,’ no it's not. Like most of our states do it."  "Sooner or later this is going to happen because I think the American people are going to demand it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23b2c9ee6011c3f4eb67e6 Trump Pardons Former Congressman Convicted of Insider Trading te 2026-06-06T05:40:25.288Z Trump Pardons Former Congressman Convicted of Insider Trading Stephen Buyer, a former Republican representative from Indiana, was convicted of trading stock related to two deals before they were made public. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23a715ee6011c3f4eb62bd Meet Scoop! Eduardo R. Burrow the Sentinel newshound digs into Tucson's stories te 2026-06-06T04:50:29.931Z Meet Scoop! Eduardo R. Burrow the Sentinel newshound digs into Tucson's stories Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a239dcbee6011c3f4eb6104 OJ Simpson-era attorney sees familiar warning signs as Karmelo Anthony case fuels clash over race and justice te 2026-06-06T04:10:51.527Z OJ Simpson-era attorney sees familiar warning signs as Karmelo Anthony case fuels clash over race and justice As the Karmelo Anthony murder trial heads into its third day of testimony Saturday, the attorney who successfully fought to keep cameras in the courtroom during O.J. Simpson's murder trial says he sees troubling parallels between the public reaction to both cases, particularly when it comes to race. Royal Oakes, a California-based media attorney who represented news organizations seeking courtroom access during the Simpson trial, told Fox News Digital that the same cultural and racial tensions that surrounded O.J.'s case in the 1990s appear to be resurfacing as Anthony's case unfolds in Texas. "We're likely to see the exact same dynamic developing in this case that we saw in the O.J. Simpson murder trial," Oakes said. "A huge cultural and racial divide." Anthony is accused of fatally stabbing fellow student Austin Metcalf during a confrontation at a Texas track meet. He has pleaded not guilty, and his defense team is expected to argue he acted in self-defense. KARMELO ANTHONY TRIAL IGNITES RIVAL CAMPS THAT THREATEN TO GET IN JURORS’ HEADS IN TRACK MEET STABBING: EXPERT The case has sparked intense debate online and drawn supporters to the courthouse, with discussions often extending far beyond the facts of the case itself. When asked whether the Anthony case is evolving into a broader conversation about race in America, Oakes said, "This case absolutely is going to hit so many hot buttons. The issue of race in America, the critical question of self-defense." 📩 Have a story tip? Email me at stepheny.price@fox.com. 📸 Captured a newsworthy photo? Send it to me on Instagram at @fndstephprice. 🎥 Witnessed breaking news or recorded compelling video? Reach out on X at @Stephenyprice. 🚨 See something happening in your community? I welcome tips, photos, and videos that help tell important stories. Oakes noted that public opinion during the Simpson trial often broke sharply along racial lines, with polls showing dramatically different views among Black and White Americans. AMERICA STILL CAN'T PUT DOWN THE RACE CARD. AND IT'S THE SHAME OF OUR NATION "And so you could see the same kind of thing duplicated in this case as well," he said. The attorney said the greatest risk in any high-profile case is allowing race or politics to overshadow the evidence presented in court. KAREN READ JURY SELECTION: DOZENS IN POOL ALREADY HAVE AN OPINION ON THE CASE "It is certainly possible that racial narratives can overshadow the actual facts in a case," Oakes said. GOT A TIP? At the same time, Oakes downplayed the impact of demonstrations and supporters gathering outside courthouses, arguing that Americans have become accustomed to strong public expressions of opinion. Still, he acknowledged there is a point where activism surrounding a case can become problematic. FOLLOW US ON X "There is a danger that public demonstrations, if they are just so exuberant, if they get so far out of hand, will start to influence people," Oakes said. He pointed to the aftermath of the Rodney King verdict in Los Angeles as an example of how public pressure can affect perceptions surrounding criminal proceedings. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Unlike the Simpson trial, Oakes said today's debate is unfolding through a constant stream of viral clips, social media posts and commentary that can shape opinions before the full story emerges. "Today, it's so different," Oakes said. "I don't think you're going to get anybody to sit down and watch eight hours a day of a trial. Instead, you're going to see 800 snippets on social media." O.J. SIMPSON PROSECUTOR MARCIA CLARK DISSECTS EVOLVING MEDIA'S IMPACT ON TRIALS AND TRUE CRIME That rapid-fire information environment, he said, may make it even harder for the public to separate facts from narratives. "The big mistake that people made in evaluating the O.J. Simpson trial is that they went in with biases," Oakes said. "Either in favor of Simpson or against him, in favor of the cops or against them, and they didn't have an open mind to see what happened." CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS For Oakes, the similarities between the two cases ultimately come back to one concern: whether Americans are forming conclusions before hearing all of the evidence. "The prime comparison between the O.J. Simpson case and this case is that people do tend to take sides along racial lines," he said. "The important thing is that whoever is picked on a jury can convince the lawyers and the judge that they will be objective." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a239db7ee6011c3f4eb60fb Knicks survive to take 2-0 NBA Finals lead after Jalen Brunson's clutch shot sinks Spurs te 2026-06-06T04:10:31.680Z Knicks survive to take 2-0 NBA Finals lead after Jalen Brunson's clutch shot sinks Spurs The New York Knicks will return to Madison Square Garden just two wins away from ending their long championship drought. Jalen Brunson hit a go-ahead free throw in the closing seconds Friday night, lifting the Knicks to a 105-104 win over the Spurs in Game 2. Moments earlier, Victor Wembanyama missed a jumper that could have swung the game in San Antonio’s favor. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns had 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Brunson and Mikal Bridges each scored 20 for the Knicks. They have won 13 straight, the second-longest streak by any team in NBA playoff history. The Knicks are now just the third team to win the first two games of a finals on the road, joining Michael Jordan and the 1993 Chicago Bulls, and Hakeem Olajuwon and the 1995 Houston Rockets. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a239b60ee6011c3f4eb6084 Graham Platner blasts new allegations as 'false accusations': 'Maine, you have my back' te 2026-06-06T04:00:32.334Z Graham Platner blasts new allegations as 'false accusations': 'Maine, you have my back' Facing arguably the roughest stretch to date of his campaign for the U.S. Senate, Democratic candidate Graham Platner, back on home turf, thanked a large crowd of supporters for having his back and charging the incoming fire he's facing as "politically motivated." Platner, the military veteran and oyster farmer who is aiming to oust longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in this year's midterm elections, has been playing defense amid multiple controversies, ranging from inflammatory online comments made on Reddit, a well-publicized and now covered-up tattoo on his chest that resembled a Nazi symbol, to new allegations last week from ex-girlfriends of a history of rape fantasies, heavy drinking and violent episodes. "When hurtful things I said on the internet a decade ago came out into the public as I shared my personal journey through PTSD and darkness of recovery and accountability and growth. Maine had my back," Platner said at a rally Friday. "Now, as every single piece of that past and journey gets dug up, litigated, and weaponized, you have my back. And when politically motivated, serious and false, false accusations are made against me. Maine, you have my back." Collins, a moderate Republican who at times votes against President Donald Trump's agenda, is running for a sixth six-year term in the Senate in left-leaning Maine in a race that's one of a handful across the country that will determine whether Republicans keep control of their slim Senate majority. THE TEN RACES THAT WILL DETERMINE THE SENATE'S MAJORITY Platner, who is supported by progressive champions Sens. Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, and Rep. Ro Khanna of California, is pushing an economically populist agenda as he takes aim at corporate influences and advocates for the working class. He is considered the all-but-certain Democratic nominee after two-term Gov. Janet Mills, who was backed by longtime Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer and the Democratic Party establishment, dropped out of the race earlier this spring after significantly trailing Platner in fundraising and polling. Platner, who has acknowledged his battle with post-traumatic stress disorder from his multiple tours of duty in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, apologized for his controversial Reddit posts after they made headlines last fall soon after he launched his Senate campaign. And Platner has said he got the skull and crossbones tattoo in 2007 while drinking with fellow Marines stationed in Croatia. He said that he covered up the tattoo with a new design after learning last year that it resembled a Nazi symbol. But new allegations raise questions about Platner's timeline regarding knowledge of the tattoo. Friday's rally, which also included speeches by progressive gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson and congressional contender Matt Dunlap, was organized by Khanna. In an interview with Fox News Digital ahead of his appearance on stage, Khanna was asked whether he's concerned if the current allegations, and any futures ones, could sink Platner's campaign and sink Democrats' hopes of winning back the Senate. DEMOCRACY ’26: STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE FOX NEWS ELECTION HUB "I’m more concerned about making it clear that we’re opposed to misogyny, those relationships were toxic and volatile, there’s no excuse for that," Khanna said. "I talked to Graham and he says he was at a very dark period, he had come back from two tours of duty in Iraq as an infantry man seeing violence and death. That doesn’t excuse it." But Khanna added that Platner said "he really grew as a person when he came back to Maine and he was an oyster farmer and he found peace and he is ashamed of that period. To me that suggests someone taking accountability and improving their lives and we need that redemption in this country. And I agree with a lot of his economic polices, that we should be taxing the billionaires, we should be focusing on the working class." Collins, returning to Maine on Friday after busy week on Capitol Hill where she reached a milestone by casting her 10,000 consecutive vote in the Senate, was asked by reporters about the latest allegations facing Platner. "The allegations in the latest story are troubling," Collins responded. "And I believe that Graham Platner has a lot of questions to answer." ‘HE HATED WOMEN’: EXPLOSIVE ABUSE, NEW NAZI TATTOO ALLEGATIONS FROM EXES ROCK PLATNER'S CAMPAIGN Meanwhile, an outside political group aligned with the senator has been blasting Platner, running ads spotlighting his multiple controversies. The Republican National Committee (RNC), in a social media post following Friday's rally, took aim at Platner. "Graham Platner says his violent and erratic past is being "weaponized" against him. Platner said he would rape someone to show his dominance and "rape was about power," the RNC research team wrote on X, as it pointed to new allegations against the candidate. Mills, in a recent interview, noted that her name remains on the ballot. And a source in her wider political orbit confirmed to Fox News that the governor is receiving calls urging her to get back in the race amid Platner's controversies. But there's no active campaign effort on behalf of Mills. Asked about Mills, Khanna told Fox News Digital "the great thing about democracy, you can run full steam ahead, you can kind of run ambiguously like Janet Mills, you can keep your name on that campaign. That's why I love American democracy." But he predicted that "Platner is going to come out victorious. And we need to unite and realize that the goal is defeating the the Susan Collins. And everyone from Schumer to Sanders is unified around that goal. Platner's campaign said that over 600 people packed a theater in this resort town next to Acadia National Park, not far from the candidate's hometown of Sullivan, to attend the rally. And they touted that they had raked in $200,000 in fundraising the past 24 hours, which they said was their strongest fundraising day since Mills suspended her campaign. Maine voters Fox News Digital spoke with ahead of the rally were divided on whether Platner's controversies will impact their opinions of the candidate. Jeff from Waterboro, Maine said "it's not a good situation" as he pointed to Platner. "I think it's somebody who shouldn't' be in the mix. I am a conservative but he's just got so much damage, if the Democrats want to have a winner, they're going to have to find somebody else. He's not the guy. It's just too much." But Ellen from Acton, Maine, who said she is a registered Republican, said "is he a perfect person, heck no." "I think he will go in and do a good job," she added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a239926ee6011c3f4eb6031 Troy Anthony Gallegos te 2026-06-06T03:51:02.087Z Troy Anthony Gallegos On May 19, 2026, Troy Anthony Gallegos unexpectedly received his wings to watch over us. Born on Feb. 6, 1964, to Stanley Montoya and Alice Montano Gallegos.       Troy was always a rambunctious child that followed the beat of his own drum. He excelled in all that he did, including football and exceptionally fast in track while attending Holbrook High School, class of 1982.  After high school, he attended DeVry Institute of Technology majoring in electronics. He returned home to partner with his parents in running the family business created by grandparents — Joe & Aggie’s Café.       The first to step up to the plate, he could always be relied upon to help anyone in need. Troy enjoyed working in the garage making a tool or recreating a part for broken items that someone had asked him to repair. If Troy couldn’t fix it, it was truly broken. You always knew where you stood with him, as could be counted upon to say exactly what was on his mind.       Troy’s greatest treasure was his daughter, Noreen Alisea Bridges and granddaughter, Ashlynn Marie Bridges-Luna. He is also survived by one brother, Stanley Steven and two sisters, Kimberley Ann (Tammie) and Sharlene Guttery (John). Additionally, he is survived by nephews, nieces and a very large extended family.       Celebration of his life will be held starting with praying the rosary at 10 a.m. on June 27, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Holbrook. The post Troy Anthony Gallegos first appeared on Painted Desert Tribune. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2391fcee6011c3f4eb5e9d Fox News Campus Radicals Newsletter: Pride flags removed, DEI back under fire, TV host's Cali criticism te 2026-06-06T03:20:28.653Z Fox News Campus Radicals Newsletter: Pride flags removed, DEI back under fire, TV host's Cali criticism COLORS STRUCK: Chicago college removes LGBTQ pride flag over institutional neutrality concerns LOST IN TRANSLATION: Chicago high school faces outcry after axing Arabic program COVER BLOWN: Justice Department launches Title VI investigation into DEI programs at Arizona State University FAIRNESS FIGHT: Department of Education rips AP for 'inaccurate, dangerous' claim that it neglects Black students GOLDEN STATE FAIL: Bill Maher blasts California's education results, cites two surging red states Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23889cee6011c3f4eb5cd7 Knicks center Mitchell Robinson seems to be fired up about playing Game 3 in front of President Trump te 2026-06-06T02:40:28.482Z Knicks center Mitchell Robinson seems to be fired up about playing Game 3 in front of President Trump There's no question that, to put it mildly, President Donald Trump tends to divide the room. That will be the case when he rolls into Madison Square Garden on Monday for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks. However, there's at least one player who seems to be a little fired up about the prospect of playing in front of the commander in chief. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! A TikTok started making the rounds, joking that Knicks center Mitchell Robinson will be playing extra hard with Trump in attendance. It's a great video, but it turns out that is what Robinson — a 2018 second-round pick out of Western Kentucky who has spent his entire career with the Knicks — has planned. He commented on the video and basically said it was on the money. Man, flag emoji and everything. He is fired up. It seems like it would be hard not to be, whether you're a fan of the president or not. You're already playing on the biggest stage the NBA has to offer (yes, it's still bigger than the in-season tournament) for one of the most popular franchises in the league in one of the most talked-about Finals matchups in years. NYPD LIFTS BAN ON KNICKS WATCH PARTIES OUTSIDE MSG FOR GAME 1 OF NBA FINALS AFTER FANS WERE TOO ROWDY As if that isn't enough to garner some attention, let's add the President of the United States to the equation. There's a correct response in this situation, and it's to be fired up like Robinson is. What you don't want is a player who gets nervous with all of this attention or goes, "The president is here? Well, then I'm going to let him know how I feel about ICE," because you want players focused on the game and not scoring political brownie points. As for how Trump will be received by the fans at MSG, well, that's anybody's guess. OutKick showed that this week while talking to Knicks fans in New York. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a238642ee6011c3f4eb5c45 Trump Greets Farmers in Wisconsin, but Says He Could Be Home Watching TV te 2026-06-06T02:30:26.719Z Trump Greets Farmers in Wisconsin, but Says He Could Be Home Watching TV President Trump was in Wisconsin to reassure farmers who have been stung by his tariff policies and rising fuel prices from the war in Iran. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a238193ee6011c3f4eb5ac8 Amid Mounting Democratic Concern, Platner Says His Past Is Being ‘Weaponized’ te 2026-06-06T02:10:27.040Z Amid Mounting Democratic Concern, Platner Says His Past Is Being ‘Weaponized’ The presumptive Democratic Senate nominee in Maine said the state would have his back in the face of accusations he has denied Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a237ce2ee6011c3f4eb59d5 'Jumanji' actor James Handy's girlfriend's son charged with murder after actor found stabbed to death te 2026-06-06T01:50:26.880Z 'Jumanji' actor James Handy's girlfriend's son charged with murder after actor found stabbed to death James Handy's girlfriend's son has been charged with murder, after the actor was found stabbed to death outside his home in Tarzana. According to a press release from the Los Angeles District Attorney's office, Michael Gledhill, 44, is facing up to 26 years to life in prison if he is convicted as charged. The Los Angeles County District Attorney, Nathan J. Hochman, issued the following statement: "This is not how anyone's life should end, stabbed in the chest and left dying in the front yard of a home. The victim, James Handy, deserved to live out his later years enjoying what he had worked so hard for and enjoying it with those he loved and cared about." The statement continued, "Like all murder victims, his life mattered and the person who inexplicably and violently took it must be held accountable for his actions." ACTOR JAMES HANDY, KNOWN FOR 'JUMANJI' AND 'TOP GUN: MAVERICK,' ALLEGEDLY KILLED BY GIRLFRIEND'S SON The press release stated that Gledhill was charged with one count of murder with a special allegation that he personally used a deadly weapon, a knife. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Handy, an actor known for various roles in films like "Jumanji" and "Top Gun: Maverick," was killed early Wednesday morning. According to police, a 911 caller stated: "I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin." When officers arrived, they found Handy, 81, unconscious in the front yard suffering from a stab wound to the chest. Authorities said Handy was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS According to investigators, Gledhill flagged down officers as they arrived and told them he was the person they were looking for. Police said Gledhill lived at the residence with his mother, who was Handy’s girlfriend. Gledhill was arrested and booked into the Van Nuys Jail on a murder charge. Bail was set at $2 million. Fox News Digital's Michael Sinkewicz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a237a8cee6011c3f4eb5958 Popular cruise line’s bikini crackdown could surprise passengers at island ports te 2026-06-06T01:40:28.253Z Popular cruise line’s bikini crackdown could surprise passengers at island ports Carnival Cruise Line is cracking down on bikini wearing at a popular South Pacific destination, reminding passengers that local dress code expectations may be stricter than what is typically allowed onboard. Guests aboard Carnival Splendor received a notice ahead of the ship's stop in Lifou, an island in New Caledonia, advising travelers to follow local customs and dress conservatively while ashore, according to the blog Cruise Hive. The reminder was issued before the ship's June 2 visit to the island as part of an eight-night sailing from Sydney. BEACH TOWN CRACKS DOWN ON HALF-NAKED TOURISTS WITH HEFTY FINES FOR INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE Passengers were advised to avoid wearing G-strings, thongs, monokinis and mankinis while visiting the island. Topless sunbathing is also prohibited, the publication noted. Fox News Digital reached out to Carnival Cruise Line for comment. The dress code applies not only to beaches, but also to public areas such as markets, churches and community gathering spaces. The swimwear crackdown reflects guidance that Carnival already shares with guests on its website. "We kindly ask guests to respect the local culture and rules in the ports we visit," Carnival states in its dress code guidelines. CRUISE PASSENGERS BLAST NEW DINING DRESS CODE ON MAJOR CRUISE LINE The cruise line specifically identifies Lifou as a destination in which local customs call for more conservative attire. "Some destinations, such as Lifou, which is a tribal island, are populated by proud indigenous people whose culture is based on respect, and in many cases are highly religious," Carnival states. "The communities in these locations also request visitors to wear traditional one-piece or full-piece swimsuits and refrain from wearing bikini or monokini-type swimsuits [while] at the beach," the website says. Carnival reportedly warned that failing to respect local customs could affect future visits to the island. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Guests were reminded that noncompliance could jeopardize the cruise line's ability to continue including Lifou on future itineraries, Cruise Hive said. The dress code reminder comes as cruise lines continue emphasizing destination-specific rules that may differ from onboard policies. While Carnival generally allows casual resort wear during the day, guests are expected to ensure their clothing is respectful to fellow travelers and appropriate for the setting, according to its website. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Carnival's swimwear policies have long been a topic of discussion among passengers online. "Wear what you want," one Reddit user wrote. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Another traveler argued that revealing swimwear is already common aboard many sailings, saying, "There [are] people wearing that type of swimwear on deck 24/7." Others felt guests should be more mindful in family areas. "Maybe wear it at adult-only excursions and the adult-only hot tub," one commenter suggested.  "Carnival is for families, and there are a lot of kids on these cruises." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2375dcee6011c3f4eb584b Trump Says Bill Pulte, His New Intelligence Director, Should Slash Staff te 2026-06-06T01:20:28.159Z Trump Says Bill Pulte, His New Intelligence Director, Should Slash Staff The president suggested that employees who worked for previous Democratic presidents were among those who should be fired. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a237381ee6011c3f4eb5655 Park Ranger Dies After Falling Into a Crevasse on Mt. McKinley te 2026-06-06T01:10:25.120Z Park Ranger Dies After Falling Into a Crevasse on Mt. McKinley Robin Pendery, 33, who was part of a climbing patrol, was near a camp at about 14,000 feet on the mountain in Alaska when she fell, the National Park Service said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a237142ee6011c3f4eb52dc Trump green lights new DNI Pulte to 'start the process' on mass intelligence firings te 2026-06-06T01:00:50.719Z Trump green lights new DNI Pulte to 'start the process' on mass intelligence firings President Donald Trump says he wants incoming Acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Bill Pulte to "start the process" of firing intelligence community officials, he told the Wall Street Journal in an interview published Friday. Trump on Tuesday tapped Pulte to take over for the current DNI Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned in May after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Pulte, who will take over in the interim when Gabbard's resignation becomes official on June 30, has apparently been tasked with reducing the number of employees at the 18 intelligence agencies over which the DNI presides. "I’d like to see it smaller. I think there are a lot of people in there that shouldn’t be there," Trump told the Wall Street Journal, referring to the intelligence community. TRUMP NAMES BILL PULTE ACTING DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE The selection of Pulte, who currently serves as Trump's Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has reportedly irked a swath of lawmakers, including former Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., who publicly criticized the move. "We don't need a weaponized DNI. We need professionals there," Thune said. But Pulte's outsider status was explicitly what made Trump inclined to pick him the first place, he explained to the Wall Street Journal. GABBARD LAUNCHES 'ODNI 2.0,' WITH PLAN TO CUT WORKFORCE BY 40% "You’re less shackled," he told the outlet. "It sort of gives you more power, you know, for a somewhat limited period of time." Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday, Trump assuaged concerns that Pulte would have difficulty being confirmed by the Senate if picked for the role on a permanent basis. He ensured the public that an active search for a permanent replacement was ongoing and that Pulte's interim status would benefit him. "Frankly, it might be good for him to shake it up before people come," Trump said. "Because, if he reduced the size, in conjunction with me…and in conjunction with possibly the person coming in…he can do a lot of the hard work and we wouldn’t have to saddle somebody that goes in," Trump told the Wall Street Journal. TULSI GABBARD CHANGES TUNE ON CONTROVERSIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOL FOLLOWING GOP LOBBYING Pulte, who also chairs the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac government-sponsored entities (GSEs), has already affected legislative outcomes. After six Senate Republicans joined with the Democrats to block a bill reauthorizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Vice Chairman Mark Warner, D-Va., warned that Democrats would not vote for the reauthorization as long as Pulte was in charge of intelligence. "I don't see how you get the necessary Democrat votes… that would get them to 60," Warner said. Fox News Digital contacted the offices of Leader Thune and Senator Warner and reached out to Bill Pulte for further clarity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23712eee6011c3f4eb52b8 Trump expands TrumpRx prescription drug discount program to more than 800 medications te 2026-06-06T01:00:30.650Z Trump expands TrumpRx prescription drug discount program to more than 800 medications President Donald Trump on Friday announced a major expansion of his administration's initiative aimed at helping Americans access discounted prescription medications. In a Truth Social post, Trump said the government-backed website TrumpRx.gov has added 160 prescription drugs, bringing the total number of discounted medications available through the program to more than 800. "I am pleased to announce that TrumpRx.gov is adding another 160 Prescription Drugs, at highly discounted prices, for a new total of over 800 of the most commonly-used Prescription Drugs," Trump wrote. "TrumpRx.gov will now provide clear, transparent, and DISCOUNTED offerings for FOUR OUT OF FIVE of every prescription filled by Americans," he added. TRUMP ENDS BIDEN’S DRUG PRICE NIGHTMARE — AMERICANS GET REAL RELIEF WITH TRUMPRX Trump unveiled the initiative in February, arguing that Americans have long paid more for prescription drugs than consumers in many other countries. The website was launched after the administration finalized agreements with 16 major pharmaceutical companies under so-called "most-favored-nation" pricing arrangements. Under the agreements, participating drugmakers received tariff-related exemptions while agreeing to lower prices for certain medications and extend discounted pricing to eligible cash-paying consumers through TrumpRx, according to the administration. MARK CUBAN SHOOTS DOWN PRESIDENTIAL BID AS HE TEAMS UP WITH TRUMP ADMIN TO CUT HEALTHCARE COSTS Companies including Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk are participating in the program and have agreed to reduce prices on popular GLP-1 weight-loss medications. Administration officials have also highlighted discounts on a range of other products, including inhalers, HIV treatments, diabetes medications and fertility drugs. TrumpRx.gov allows users to search for discounted medications, view estimated savings and generate coupons for participating prescriptions. SOARING MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICES TARGETED IN TRUMP'S NEW EXECUTIVE ORDER Trump said the initiative builds on efforts from his first term to reduce prescription drug costs. "I was proud to make History during my First Term when we lowered Drug Prices, even if by a tiny percentage, because this amounted to a HUGE change compared to other presidents only raising Drug Prices, endlessly and significantly, every year," Trump wrote. "Then, during my Second Term, I decided to go BIG with Most Favored Nations Pricing — That is to say, we pay no more or, ideally, less than any other Country for the same exact Drug," he continued. "Now we are cutting Prices, and cutting them by a LOT, sometimes by 400 or 500 or 600 Percent!" HERE'S HOW TRUMP'S TARIFFS ON CHINA COULD IMPACT DRUG PRICING AND OTHER HEALTHCARE COSTS Trump also claimed the program has generated significant savings for consumers. "These Most Favored Nations Deals have already, in fact, saved American Patients over 400 Million Dollars since the launch of TrumpRx.gov," he said. The president further argued that tariffs played a key role in securing the pricing agreements. "Of course, Most Favored Nations would not be possible without my use of TARIFFS, which are getting other Countries to 'pay up' instead of relying on American Patients getting ripped off, as they were for decades until I ordered an immediate 'stop' to this very unfair and, frankly, foolish situation," Trump wrote. "This is all great news, and I have instructed my Administration to secure more Most Favored Nations Deals, more Partnerships, and Lower Prices for every American Patient," he added. Fox News Digital's Emma Bussey contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a236c91ee6011c3f4eb4f56 Virginia gun sales spike ahead of July 1 assault weapons ban signed by Gov. Spanberger te 2026-06-06T00:40:49.446Z Virginia gun sales spike ahead of July 1 assault weapons ban signed by Gov. Spanberger Gun sales in Virginia have surged in recent months ahead of a July 1 ban on the sale of assault weapons, according to data from the FBI. Democrat-sponsored bills that would ban the sale of semi-automatic rifles or pistols that have a magazine capacity of more than 15 rounds were introduced in the legislature in January and Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed it into law last month. Since January, the number of background checks done for the purchase of a firearm has gone up exponentially, with 75,376 background checks in May alone, more than double the amount in May 2025, during which only 37,167 were done, according to FBI statistics. The high so far this year was in March when 79,846 backgrounds checks were done compared to only 47,069 last year, and in April, 72,011 were done compared to 40,343 in 2025. A total of 347,167 background checks were run through the end of May this year, which is on track to trounce the 521,283 done in all of last year. VIRGINIA DEMS SEND SWEEPING GUN BAN TO SPANBERGER AS WEST VIRGINIA WEIGHS EXPANDING MACHINE-GUN ACCESS "For the last, I’d say, three months, we’ve been running hard," James Sprouse, a manager at Ginger Mafia Tactical, told WDBJ-TV recently. "The second we get them in, they’re out the door." Trey Boyd, co-owner of Tactical Operations Vault, said he's selling out of components for making AR-15-style rifles. "Like this cabinet... this is where I generally keep my stripped lowers," he told WDBJ. "Usually every rack is completely full, front to back, and about every week, it’s completely wiped out." VIRGINIA SENATORS WANT TO INFLICT THEIR TYRANNICAL GUN STRATEGY ON ENTIRE COUNTRY He added, "Firearms that have a magazine capacity of more than 15 rounds, we won’t be able to have anymore, which is a majority of your weapons nowadays. So it’s going to affect us big-time." Boyd said he hoped the law would be overturned by the courts. Under the law, it will be a misdemeanor to buy, sell, transfer, or make an "assault firearm," State Sen. Saddam Salim, D-Dunn Loring, who introduced the bill earlier this year, told FairfaxNow that there are "so many assault weapons in circulation" and that his bill will "gradually" take them off the street but stop short of retroactively criminalizing possession of any of the slew of newly-categorized "assault weapons." "Firearms designed to inflict maximum casualties do not belong on our streets," Spanberger said in a statement after she signed the law. "We are taking this step to protect families and support the law enforcement officers who work every day to keep our communities safe." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a236c7dee6011c3f4eb4f4d Maya Hawke says mom Uma Thurman practiced 'witch-adjacent' remedies te 2026-06-06T00:40:29.530Z Maya Hawke says mom Uma Thurman practiced 'witch-adjacent' remedies Maya Hawke is shedding some light on how she was raised with Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke as parents. On NPR's "Wild Card with Rachel Martin," Maya dove into "witch-adjacent" remedies her mom instilled in her as a child. "My mother really taught me to love and respect nature... like herbal remedies to things," she began. "It's sort of like 'witch-adjacent.' It's not toil and trouble, but it's wickenary." She went on to explain that one she still remembers from her childhood is a pineapple skin tea that her mom would have her drink if she had a cold. "Because the enzymes in the pineapple skin is good to get rid of a cold," she added. UMA THURMAN REVEALS WHY SHE NEVER LIVED IN LOS ANGELES Maya explained that her dad is "magic in a different way." "He's a magical thinker. I wouldn't say he's witchy, but he used to do like treasure hunts for me when I was a kid," Maya added. "He's crafty and magical, but he's not witchy." The "Stranger Things" star noted that she grew up between Manhattan and Upstate New York. Maya explained that Uma loves nature and that she is a "gorgeous gardener." Maya explained that growing up, she didn't know how "big of a deal" her parents were because her mom spent most of her time with her in her garden, "on her knees," finding ingredients to make soups out of. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Maya comes from one of Hollywood's most famous families. Of course, Ethan is best known for his roles in "Dead Poets Society," "Training Day," "Boyhood," and the "Before" trilogy, while her mother, Uma, rose to fame through iconic roles in "Pulp Fiction" and Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" films. Ethan and Uma married in 1998 after meeting on the set of "Gattaca" and divorced in 2005. Maya followed in her parents' footsteps and has built a successful career as both an actress and singer-songwriter, earning widespread recognition for her role as Robin Buckley in Netflix's hit series "Stranger Things." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Maya has four siblings in total. She has one full sibling, her younger brother, Levon Roan Thurman-Hawke. Through her father's marriage to Ryan Shawhughes, Maya has two half-sisters, Clementine Hawke and Indiana Hawke. Through her mother's relationship with financier Arpad Busson, she has another half-sister, Luna Thurman-Busson. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2367e1ee6011c3f4eb4e0a Former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra advances to California governor general election, AP projects te 2026-06-06T00:20:49.847Z Former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra advances to California governor general election, AP projects California Democratic gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra advanced to the state's general election Friday night, according to an Associated Press race call. The AP called the race for Becerra at 7:50 p.m. EDT, sending the former U.S. health secretary and ex-California attorney general into the November contest to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom. Becerra, a longtime Democratic figure in California politics, served as President Joe Biden's secretary of Health and Human Services before launching his bid for governor. California's gubernatorial race is expected to be among the most closely watched contests of the 2026 election cycle, with Democrats seeking to maintain control of the governor's office in the heavily Democratic state. Additional details on Becerra's general election opponent were not immediately available. This is a developing story; check back later for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2367c7ee6011c3f4eb4dca Tucson School for the Blind opens in August, aims to fill gap after ASDB closure te 2026-06-06T00:20:23.450Z Tucson School for the Blind opens in August, aims to fill gap after ASDB closure From the third floor, teacher Kasey Hopper will take students who are blind or visually impaired down the stairs or use an elevator. Once out the door, out on Stone Avenue in downtown Tucson, students may head to the Pima County Library or maybe across the street to a bus or the SunLink streetcar. Navigating the world — big and small — is Hopper’s job as a certified orientation and mobility instructor. Starting in August, he will do it at the Tucson School for the Blind, a new nonprofit private school for students who are blind or visually impaired. The idea for the school at 149 N. Stone Ave. was born in February after the Board of Directors for the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind voted to close its west side Tucson campus — sending students who are deaf or hard of hearing 15 miles away to Oro Valley and telling blind and boarding students they must mainstream into their neighborhood schools. The Tucson School for the Blind will serve grades K-12 beginning Aug. 3 and has about 14 students registered, nearly all former ASDB learners. The school has nine staffers so far — from speech and occupational therapists to instructional aides and full-time teachers — many of whom have worked for ASDB, which last spring also laid off about 60 employees here. “The idea of this is very uplifting because these students need that individual instruction with the Braille, with the orientation and mobility, with the teachers of the visually impaired and to be with their peers in an environment where they feel successful and not stuck in a corner,” Hopper told Arizona Luminaria. Hopper taught at ASDB for 14 years. The experience made him a better instructor, person and dad, he says. And while he brings that goodness with him, he also carries the experience of being a student who is blind. The third floor of 149 N. Stone will house the new Tucson School for the Blind in downtown. It opens Aug. 3. Credit: Esa Simonson “Being legally blind myself, I get it,” he said. “I get the stress, the anxiety, the fear of large populations of students and being left behind. So success for the school is ensuring these students are not left behind, that they are given a voice and given a purpose in life.” School director Kate Scally echoes that objective. “We feel very, very strongly about building independence in our students,” said Scally, who was a music teacher at ASDB and taught there for 15 years. “That’s the dream, right?” That vision could eventually incorporate about 30 students and more staff, Scally says. The school currently accepts students with Empowerment Scholarship Accounts only, Scally said, and it is working to become state-certified so it can eventually take public school students who are referred there by their neighborhood school. Scally began exploring the idea of the school in February, when it was clear ASDB would close and she was to be laid off. At that point, 15 families sued ASDB saying they the administration moved forward with plans to close programs for students who are blind or visually impaired while “maintaining or prioritizing programming for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.” “I think we all were still hoping there was some sort of recourse at that point,” Scally told Arizona Luminaria. “That we could perhaps advocate for sustaining the opportunity for the students to stay together as a community.” That unity and those relationships are most valuable to parent Sierra Vinson. “As a parent, it means everything to know my child will be learning in an environment where the teachers are not only highly qualified, but genuinely passionate about helping students succeed,” said Vinson, whose daughter Elena, 11, will transfer from ASDB to the new school. “The opening of Tucson School for the Blind gives families like ours confidence that our children will be supported, encouraged, and given every opportunity to thrive and continue to learn and grow with the peers they’ve been with,” Vinson said. ASDB had about 30 blind or visually impaired students who needed a new school. Some could switch to schools in the Tucson Unified District. Southern Arizona’s largest school district has worked with ASDB for years. Transfer students would be incorporated into the cooperative sites of Pueblo High School and Morgan Maxwell K-8. At a meeting in April, TUSD addressed a plan for bringing in new students — including a model, site modifications, services, providers and $815,000 in funding. The new school’s leaders hope to preserve a community, but Hopper says the impact can be measured one student at a time. “For me as an orientation mobility specialist, success would be just changing the life of at least one student,” he said. “And that’s the thing. If we can change the life of one student to give them a future that they couldn’t get in another learning environment that is success. Because if you can change one life, then another one will come and then another and then another. It’s a snowball effect.” The post Tucson School for the Blind opens in August, aims to fill gap after ASDB closure appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a2365e7ee6011c3f4eb4dab 'Angels Are Everywhere': Uber driver credited with stopping scammers targeting Sedona senior te 2026-06-06T00:12:23.289Z 'Angels Are Everywhere': Uber driver credited with stopping scammers targeting Sedona senior The woman was asked to hand over debit cards to a courier, that turned out to be a retired police officer Uber driver. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23658bee6011c3f4eb4d70 Spencer Pratt fires back at Jimmy Kimmel's mockery by resurfacing host's blackface controversy te 2026-06-06T00:10:51.048Z Spencer Pratt fires back at Jimmy Kimmel's mockery by resurfacing host's blackface controversy Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel mocked Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt on Wednesday night’s show, and the former reality TV star responded by bringing up one of Kimmel’s most embarrassing controversies. Pratt is one of the contenders attempting to replace incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. Pratt, 42, has been a vocal champion for LA residents since losing his home during the deadly 2025 Palisades wildfire. He launched his mayoral campaign in January with a focus on ousting Bass due to her alleged mishandling of the LA fires. "It could take a while for Democrats here in Los Angeles to figure out which of their friends secretly voted for Spencer Pratt," Kimmel quipped, riffing on California taking a long time to tally votes in recent elections. "Barring a late ballot buzzer-beater, it appears Mayor Karen Bass will advance to a runoff against the former reality show villain." JIMMY KIMMEL ATTACKS FIRE VICTIM SPENCER PRATT AS 'SCREAMING JERK,' LECTURES LA VOTERS ABOUT MAYORAL ELECTION "Sixty percent of the vote has been counted. If that holds, it means in November Los Angelenos are going to have to choose between a woman named Karen and a man who is one," he said, referencing the "Karen" slur for a demanding, middle-class White woman. "Spencer Pratt should not be a top-two finalist for mayor. He should be DJing the worst New Year’s Eve party in Reno right now," Kimmel said. "He’s unlikely to win. In fact, he’s already filming a reality show about his run for mayor, so he definitely has his priorities in order." In response, Pratt replied by sharing an image of Kimmel’s now-infamous moment when the talk show host wore blackface during "The Man Show" in the early 2000s, most notably while impersonating former NBA star Karl Malone. Kimmel has apologized for this skit in recent years, saying he intended for it to be just another celebrity impression. "We hired makeup artists to make me look as much like Karl Malone as possible. I never considered that this might be seen as anything other than an imitation of a fellow human being, one that had no more to do with Karl’s skin color than it did his bulging muscles and bald head," he said in a past statement to Fox News. TED DANSON SAYS HE WANTS TO 'APOLOGIZE FOREVER' FOR DOING BLACKFACE AT WHOOPI GOLDBERG ROAST He added further, "I’ve done dozens of impressions of famous people, including Snoop Dogg, Oprah, Eminem, Dick Vitale, Rosie and many others. In each case, I thought of them as impersonations of celebrities and nothing more. Looking back, many of these sketches are embarrassing, and it is frustrating that these thoughtless moments have become a weapon used by some to diminish my criticisms of social and other injustices." "I won’t be bullied into silence by those who feign outrage to advance their oppressive and genuinely racist agendas," Kimmel vowed, later adding, "Thank you for giving me an opportunity to explain and to those I’ve disappointed, I am sorry." Fox News’ Joseph Wulfsohn contributed to this report. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a236577ee6011c3f4eb4d67 The history behind the U.S. competition with China te 2026-06-06T00:10:31.048Z The history behind the U.S. competition with China President Richard Nixon paved the way for a new relationship with China in the 1970s, but it came at a time as Beijing’s influence was growing globally. "I think China's rise is inevitable. It's not rising. It's already risen. But the question is how China would behave," said former People’s Liberation Army Senior Colonel Zhou Bo. Zhou is now a Senior Fellow at the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University. He began his service with the PLA in 1979, a time when China’s military was experiencing rapid changes. "I think the United States military is definitely the strongest in the world," Zhou said. "When China celebrates its centenary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, that is the goal for us to become world-class military by 2049. That means we believe we can only catch up with the United States militarily by that time." Throughout Chairman Mao Zedong’s leadership, China’s military grew in troop size to as many as 6.5 million. As Deng Xiaoping became China’s paramount leader, he put an emphasis on quality over quantity and began reducing troop numbers while pushing to advance technology. Over the next several decades, China would build up its naval forces, nuclear warhead stockpile and missile arsenal to rival the U.S. RELATED: CHINA’S GRIP ON RARE-EARTH MAGNETS COULD CRUSH US DRONE INDUSTRY BEFORE IT GROWS "I would say between the two countries there is an element of competition," said Zhou. "I believe even in the military field, China's strength is growing. And is closing with that of the United States." The military threat has paved the way for the new space race and U.S. questions over the close relationship between China’s space program and its military. "I think the Chinese position is very easy to understand. We have so many troubles on Earth, and why should we even have weapons in the space to strike on our own homeland? It sounds so, so silly, right?" Zhou said. "So far, no country has claimed that they have placed weapons in space. But I think it is not a secret that this is another domain for space superiority." In 2007 the PLA destroyed a defunct weather satellite in low Earth orbit using a ground-based anti-satellite missile. "We definitely have this kind of capability, called ASAT capability, of launching missiles to target on the satellites," Zhou said. "In space, the question is, it's very difficult to say what is a weapon and what is not." The Defense Intelligence Agency determined the PLA may have ASAT capability against even higher orbits and are working to develop a range of counterspace capabilities. "We're not talking about strategic rivalry anymore, we talk about strategic stability and China and the U.S. should achieve strategic stability not only for the benefit of both countries but for the world," said Henry Wang, founder and president of the Center for China and Globalization. When it comes to technology, President Donald Trump is pushing to keep the U.S. ahead of China. RELATED: CHINA DEPLOYED 100 VESSELS NEAR TAIWAN IN WAKE OF TRUMP-XI SUMMIT, TAIWAN SECURITY OFFICIAL CLAIMS "We're leading China," President Trump said on Special Report during his trip to Beijing. "We're leading China by a lot." This week President Trump signed an executive order on Artificial Intelligence that could allow the federal government to review advanced systems before they are publicly released. He had postponed a similar policy less than two weeks earlier over concerns it would hurt U.S. firms in the A.I. race with China. "The U.S. has a system that really works well in the U.S., but China has a system that works well in China, but doesn't mean the two systems cannot parallel develop," Wang said. RELATED: AI BOOM: DEMAND FOR DATA CENTERS DRIVES INNOVATION BY ENERGY, TECH INDUSTRIES TO PRODUCE NEW POWER SOURCES China sees its efforts to track and monitor citizens as a benefit to training A.I. models. "You have 1.4 billion people, 1.4 billion smartphone users. And also, a large application scene. So, I think in terms of data generating, China probably is the richest," Wang said. "We do have some advantages. But of course, the U.S. has also a lot of innovation, several of the largest A.I. companies are based in the U.S." Experts inside China also believe the U.S. should work with other countries on regulating A.I. development. "That's the uncharted territory and right now we don't have anything to regulate," Wang said. Zhou agrees, saying the U.S. and China need to find consensus at the top level. Voters in the U.S. are split on the issue. According to a recent Fox News Poll, 51% of registered voters preferred coordination with other countries, while 49% wanted the U.S. to act independently. "It’s a little hard to say, ‘oh gee, let's put on – we’re competing with each other and we're gonna put guard rails.’ It really doesn't work that way too much," President Trump said on Special Report in Beijing. "But A.I., if you look at medicine, some of the things that are coming up with medicine, some of cures they're coming up with that people would have never gotten there. It's gonna be mostly a good thing." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a236334ee6011c3f4eb4ceb Washington teacher charged with incest after allegedly having sex with two teenage boys she adopted te 2026-06-06T00:00:52.970Z Washington teacher charged with incest after allegedly having sex with two teenage boys she adopted A Washington state teacher has been charged in connection with having sexual relationships with two teenage boys she adopted. Amber Swain, 35, of Newport, was booked into jail Tuesday on charges of first- and second-degree incest following an investigation, the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office said. Swain worked as a teacher and director at Pend Oreille River School, the Newport School District’s alternative high school. She was placed on administrative leave after the district learned of her arrest, The Spokesman-Review reported. "While we cannot say much at this time, we can unequivocally and firmly state that we take these matters very seriously," the district said in a statement. "We are working closely with law enforcement as they continue their investigation into this matter." The sheriff's office said it was contacted on May 18 by the state Department of Children, Youth, and Families regarding the possible sexual abuse of two male teens, who were 17 and 18 when the alleged abuse started several months ago, the newspaper reported. SEATTLE TIMES EDITORIAL BOARD WARNS WASHINGTON STATE PRIORITIZES ACCUSED TEACHERS OVER CHILD SAFETY Both teens were interviewed by investigators, as was Swain, authorities said. One of the boys told authorities that he and Swain had sex "plenty of times," including a few days before his interview with investigators, KREM-TV reported. After speaking with Swain, detectives found probable cause to arrest her, the sheriff’s office said. The investigation began in May when law enforcement was shown text messages between Swain and one of the teenage boys, the news station reported. Swain initially denied having sex with the teen when she was interviewed by investigators, but later admitted she did have a relationship with one of the boys in February, which would have been after he turned 18, the station reported. HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SHOWN INAPPROPRIATE IMAGES IN TEACHER'S SLIDESHOW PRESENTATION "I could have my timeline messed up," she reportedly told investigators. The other teen victim told detectives that he touched Swain multiple times in May while they were in bed together, but said Swain put a stop to it before the incident escalated further. Prosecutors requested that Swain be barred from contacting the teens after she allegedly reached out to one of them from jail while under arrest, KREM-TV reported. Pend Oreille County Prosecuting Attorney Dolly Hunt asked a judge to impose $50,000 bail for Swain, citing public safety concerns. Swain's public defender, Brett Billingsley, asked that his client be released, citing her lack of a prior criminal history and arguing that concerns about public safety could be addressed by Swain living in a separate residence from the teens. Fox News Digital has reached out to Billingsley for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a23631eee6011c3f4eb4cc8 Xavier Becerra Advances in California Governor Race te 2026-06-06T00:00:30.488Z Xavier Becerra Advances in California Governor Race Mr. Becerra was long dismissed in the contest until the abrupt departure of Eric Swalwell created a surprise path for an experienced Democrat. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home