https://meenews.co/post/6a594feea12eaf174af82739 IndyCar announces start time for highly anticipated Freedom 250 Grand Prix on the streets of Washington, DC te 2026-07-16T21:41:02.972Z IndyCar announces start time for highly anticipated Freedom 250 Grand Prix on the streets of Washington, DC The NTT IndyCar Series is gearing up to hit the streets of Washington, DC for the first time on Aug. 23, and now, we know when the green flag will wave. There is absolutely no question about it: the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, DC is going to be a full-on spectacle as cars race past some of the most iconic monuments our nation has to offer. As such, it's getting the level of coverage it deserves. TRUMP TOUTS INDYCAR DRIVERS' 'SPECIAL' ABILITY AT FREEDOM 250 GRAND PRIX SHOWCASE, SEEMINGLY ENDING HOT DEBATE Practice sessions 1 and 2 will air Saturday, Aug. 22, on FS1 and FS2, respectively. Qualifying will take place that evening from 5 to 6:30 p.m. ET on FS2. Then, Sunday morning, the IndyCar broadcast booth regulars — lap-by-lap commentator Will Buxton, along with former drivers-turned-broadcasters Townsend Bell and James Hinchcliffe — will call the warm-up from 9 to 10 a.m. ET on FS1. After that, expanded pre-race coverage will get underway on FOX at 11:30 a.m. ET, with the race getting started shortly after 1 p.m. ET. SCOTT DIXON LEAVING CHIP GANASSI RACING THROWS A HUGE WRENCH INTO INDYCAR'S SILLY SEASON On top of the IndyCar action, the International Race of Champions, or IROC, will make its return as a support series for the weekend. They'll race on Saturday, with IndyCar greats Helio Castroneves, Dario Franchitti and Tony Kanaan taking part alongside NASCAR legends Jeff Gordon, Kurt Busch, Bobby Labonte, Rusty Wallace and Bill Elliott using the same Pontiac Firebirds the original IROC series used from 1996 to 2006. There's a lot of excitement around this one-of-a-kind addition to the 2026 IndyCar calendar, and this week reigning series champ Alex Palou, Indy 500 champ Felix Rosenqvist and Team Penske's David Malukas were all at the White House to meet with President Donald Trump and to knock out some pit stop practice. IndyCar has another big weekend ahead, as the series heads to Nashville Superspeedway for the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix on Sunday, which will air on FOX immediately after the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594dd3a12eaf174af826c0 Liv Morgan brought her WWE title belt with her to the ESPYs & somehow everyone is talking about is her outfit te 2026-07-16T21:32:03.517Z Liv Morgan brought her WWE title belt with her to the ESPYs & somehow everyone is talking about is her outfit I'll admit it, I didn’t watch the ESPYs Wednesday night on TV. I wasn't taking a stand against it or anything like that. I just wasn't going to get off work, go straight to the living room and announce that I had something I needed to watch. Not for the ESPYs. I'll save those announcements for football season. Plus like many award shows these days you can catch up pretty quickly on social media if you really want to find out what's going on. Even things that aren't part of the show itself. LINDSEY VONN TURNS HEADS AT THE ESPYS, THE US MEN'S TEAM WAS DISGUSTINGLY SNUBBED & DECHAMBEAU FIRES BACK It was through social media and the power of algorithms that Liv Morgan at the ESPYs with her WWE Women's World Championship belt magically showed up in my feed. She had and her belt managed to go viral. The online chatter however was focused on her outfit. I guess it's worthy of some level of attention. Others seem to think so. If you search "Liv Morgan ESPYs," which I've done, you'll see a few headlines. Some of the headlines use words like stuns and frenzy and backless dress and even sideboob, if you know where to look. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! They all paint a picture that to me suggests I may have missed out on something. But I didn’t miss it. Look at me. No correction, look at us. Here we are all caught up on the WWE Women's World Champion's viral night at the ESPYs. Not since she left the Stranger Things Season 5 red carpet in a pile of ashes has Liv caused such a commotion on the internet at an event that wasn’t for the WWE. There's a reason Liv Morgan was the one at the ESPYs on Wednesday night at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City with a belt in her hands. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594dc0a12eaf174af826b7 Details of Todd Blanche's behind-the-scenes meeting with Angel Mom revealed after Capitol Hill testimony te 2026-07-16T21:31:44.062Z Details of Todd Blanche's behind-the-scenes meeting with Angel Mom revealed after Capitol Hill testimony EXCLUSIVE: An Illinois Angel Mom whose daughter died after a tragic encounter with an illegal alien last year revealed to Fox News Digital details of a conversation she had with President Donald Trump's attorney general nominee that convinced her he's the man for the job. "I immediately felt so pulled towards him," Jennifer Bos said, speaking about Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. "You get a certain energy from people, and he is just the kindest... He listened to my story very intently, and you could just see his mind ticking like, 'what are we going to do about this?'" Bos' daughter, Megan Bos, was just 37 when she was found dead in April 2026, stuffed in a garbage can and soaked in bleach, 51 days after she disappeared. An illegal alien from Mexico, Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, was charged with several felonies in relation to Megan's death after her body was found on his property. HUNDREDS OF JAILED ILLEGAL ALIENS RELEASED BACK ONTO BLUE-STATE STREETS DESPITE ICE DETAINERS, RECORDS SHOW Mendoza-Gonzalez is accused of abuse of a corpse, two counts of concealing the death of a person and obstructing justice. He claims Megan overdosed, and insists he had nothing to do with her death. Due to Illinois' sanctuary policies, Mendoza-Gonzalez walked free after an initial hearing, infuriating Jennifer. He was tracked down and re-arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Indiana in July 2026, just days after Jennifer shared her tragic story with Trump when they crossed paths at an anti-fentanyl bill signing. Jennifer and her husband are now raising Megan's daughter, who was five years old when her mother died. EXCLUSIVE: DHS HONORS ANGEL FAMILIES DURING NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS WEEK, CALLS CRIMES 'COMPLETELY PREVENTABLE' Though, as Jennifer noted, there is nothing Blanche can do to help her family specifically, since her daughter has already tragically died, she is confident the attorney general nominee understands the plight of Angel Families everywhere. "We're trying to make a difference for people who haven't been touched by this kind of tragedy, who haven't been touched be the violence that can be from an illegal immigrant," Jennifer said. She said she thinks Blanche, placed as acting attorney general after Pam Bondi's ouster, is "being true to the job he's supposed to do." "I trust that he's doing the right thing for the right reasons," she continued. Jennifer testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee just 24 hours after Democrats on the committee attempted to shred Blanche's credibility, and paint him as a personal yes-man for Trump. She told Fox News Digital those same Democrats have completely ignored families whose lives have been forever altered by the death of a relative at the hands of an illegal alien, including hers. She didn't speak to any Democrats on the panel before her Thursday testimony. TODD BLANCHE EARNS ATTORNEY GENERAL BID ENDORSEMENT FROM LAW ENFORCEMENT ALLIANCE AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION "You know, before President Trump came into office, Angel Families were inconvenient truths," she said. "They didn't want to acknowledge the damage that was being done by having open borders and by having people here illegally, that they couldn't track, they couldn't identify." She described Republicans and independents as "welcoming," and said they're always open to meetings and helping Angel Families tell their stories. Jennifer came face-to-face with her own senator, Dick Durbin, D-Ill., who is the Ranking Member of the Judiciary Committee, during Thursday's hearing. "I was very frustrated listening to my own senator when he addressed me directly, giving his apologies, because all I could think of was, you know, I've been out in the public, I'm everywhere, I have been for the last year and a half, yet never once has he said anything to me, reached out to me or anything of the like," said Jennifer. She said the issue of illegal alien crime is "very nonpartisan," noting that it can happen to anyone regardless of political ideology and expressing disappointment that both sides of the political aisle can't come together to solve the problem. Jennifer did say that Durbin approached her to chat after the hearing, and that she is hopeful the pair can collaborate on solutions in the future. During the hearing, Jennifer said Blanche is listening to Angel Families, and that they're "being taken seriously." "I'm asking the committee not to wait until another mother is sitting where I am, confirmed Todd Blanche," she said. "He is a leader who will uphold the law, honor victims, confront dangerous criminal organizations, and fight to give other American families the safety and lasting protection that came too late for mine." "I couldn't save my daughter. But Todd Blanche as attorney general, he might save yours because next time, it could be your child. It could be your family. It could be you." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594daca12eaf174af826ae Woman found in shallow grave ID’d after 44 years as millionaire tied to estate murder plot te 2026-07-16T21:31:24.606Z Woman found in shallow grave ID’d after 44 years as millionaire tied to estate murder plot A woman whose remains were found in a shallow grave in Riverside County, California, more than four decades ago has been identified as a multimillionaire real estate investor who vanished in 1981. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Coroner’s Bureau said advances in investigative genetic genealogy, along with dental records, confirmed the victim was Thelma Gaston, 80, whose disappearance sparked a high-profile Los Angeles murder investigation. The case began on Nov. 28, 1981, when people searching for firewood near Sugar Loaf Mountain discovered skeletal remains protruding from a shallow grave. Riverside County sheriff's investigators recovered the remains the following day near Highway 74, but the body had decomposed so extensively that authorities were unable to determine who the victim was despite extensive investigative efforts. MYSTERY OF REMAINS FOUND INSIDE SLEEPING BAG IN OLYMPIC PARK SOLVED AFTER 26 YEARS For decades, the woman remained known only as an unidentified homicide victim. According to UPI archives, Gaston, an 80-year-old wealthy real estate investor whose estate was estimated to be worth roughly $20 million, disappeared on June 28, 1981. A note was found on the door of her home stating she had gone out to look for a missing cat, but she never returned. KRISTIN SMART SEARCH ENDS WITH NO REMAINS FOUND AS DETECTIVES ANALYZE EVIDENCE Prosecutors later accused Lawrence Remsen, then 39, of killing Gaston to gain control of her multimillion-dollar estate. Police described Remsen as Gaston’s "sometime companion." He pleaded not guilty to charges including murder, forgery, grand theft and attempted grand theft after authorities alleged business associates received forged letters naming him as the person who would control Gaston's fortune. According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Coroner's Bureau, the Los Angeles Police Department ultimately identified Remsen as the suspect after determining he had falsely represented Gaston's disappearance. DNA CRACKS 40-YEAR COLD CASE MYSTERY WITH ARREST IN LIBRARY WORKER’S SAVAGE SLAYING: POLICE The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office later successfully prosecuted the case, and Remsen was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. While the homicide investigation had long been resolved, what happened to Gaston's body remained a mystery. That changed after the Riverside County Sheriff's Coroner's Bureau received funding through the Missing and Unidentified Human Remains Grant, giving investigators the opportunity to revisit long-unsolved unidentified remains cases with modern forensic technology. Investigators revisited the case in November 2024 by exhuming the remains for additional forensic testing. DNA samples were later sent to Othram, a forensic laboratory in The Woodlands, Texas, where scientists developed a comprehensive DNA profile using the company's Forensic-Grade Genome Sequencing technology, allowing investigators to use forensic genetic genealogy and dental records to positively identify Gaston in May 2026. The identification was made through a collaborative effort involving the Riverside Sheriff's Coroner's Bureau, the Riverside Cold Case Homicide Team and Othram. "This identification ensures that Ms. Gaston has her name—and her story—returned to her," the Riverside County Sheriff's Coroner's Bureau said in announcing the breakthrough. California prison records show Remsen, now 83, is serving a life sentence at the California Institution for Men in Chino. He was denied parole in July 2025, and his next parole suitability hearing is scheduled for July 2028. Othram said the case marks the 85th publicly announced California case in which its forensic DNA technology has helped identify an unknown individual. The case underscores how advances in investigative genetic genealogy continue to solve decades-old mysteries once thought unsolvable, helping investigators identify victims who for years had no name. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Riverside County Sheriff's Coroner's Bureau, Othram, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office and the Los Angeles Police Department for additional information. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594d6ca12eaf174af82672 Coca-Cola suspended production at its Fairlife dairy after a ransomware attack te 2026-07-16T21:30:20.118Z Coca-Cola suspended production at its Fairlife dairy after a ransomware attack Coca Cola said dairy production at its Fairlife unit will "remain suspended" in the United States following a hack. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594b67a12eaf174af8264e FBI investigating after ICE headquarters in Phoenix riddled with gunfire te 2026-07-16T21:21:43.814Z FBI investigating after ICE headquarters in Phoenix riddled with gunfire The FBI is investigating after gunfire riddled the windows of an Arizona U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility earlier this week, with video from FOX 10 Phoenix showing the damage after one or more unidentified people fired multiple rounds at the building. The FBI's Phoenix Field Office said it is investigating the shooting, which occurred Tuesday afternoon at the Enforcement and Removal Operations building on North Central Avenue in Phoenix. According to the bureau, one or more unidentified people fired rounds that hit the exterior of the structure. No injuries were reported. ICE SAYS OFFICER SHOT AND KILLED ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT WHO TRIED TO RAM HIM WITH CAR IN HOUSTON ICE sources told Fox News that several bullet holes could be seen in the building's windows. FOX 10 Phoenix crews also captured video from the scene showing the apparent damage. "The FBI Phoenix field office is investigating a shooting incident that occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the Enforcement and Removal Operations building located on North Central Ave. in Phoenix, AZ," the FBI said in a statement. "According to the FBI, one or more unidentified people discharged rounds that struck the exterior in various parts of the structure. No injuries were reported in connection with this incident." The shooting comes as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced ICE will require every arrest team to have an officer wearing a body camera, citing what it says has been a sharp rise in attacks against ICE personnel. DHS said assaults against ICE officers have increased by more than 1,300%, while vehicle attacks have risen by more than 3,300%. ICE AGENTS IN FATAL HOUSTON SHOOTING WERE NOT WEARING BODY CAMERAS, SOURCES SAY "ICE will ensure each arrest team has an individual wearing a body camera," a DHS spokesperson said in a statement to Fox News. "Ensuring all of our ICE law enforcement officers have body cameras nationwide is a top priority for DHS — especially given the increase in attacks against our law enforcement, including a more than 1,300% increase in assaults against them and a 3,300% increase in vehicle attacks." "This is especially needed because the media and sanctuary politicians consistently spread smears about our law enforcement." The FBI is asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact investigators by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI or submitting a tip at tips.fbi.gov. The motive for the Phoenix shooting has not been announced, and no suspect information has been released. Fox News' Alexis McAdams and Bill Melugin contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594b2aa12eaf174af82624 Chinese Human Rights Lawyer Seeking Asylum Is Arrested by ICE te 2026-07-16T21:20:42.885Z Chinese Human Rights Lawyer Seeking Asylum Is Arrested by ICE Shaoping Wu was working as a delivery driver for Amazon when he was pulled over in Pennsylvania. He had championed personal and religious freedom for Chinese citizens. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594b17a12eaf174af82619 Pima County help residents navigate new SNAP rules te 2026-07-16T21:20:23.436Z Pima County help residents navigate new SNAP rules Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59491fa12eaf174af825c2 Air quality concerns from Canadian wildfires force rescheduling of two professional sports games te 2026-07-16T21:11:59.393Z Air quality concerns from Canadian wildfires force rescheduling of two professional sports games A slow time in sports got even slower on Thursday as some games on the schedule were altered due to the air quality in the Northeast and Midwest. Wildfires in Canada have affected the air quality in those areas to the point where residents were urged to stay inside and wear masks if they had to go out. At least two sporting events were forced to be moved because of the air: one MLB game and an MLS match. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Polish soccer star Robert Lewandowski was set to make his MLS debut on Thursday, but the air quality forced the postponement of his Chicago Fire’s contest against the Vancouver Whitecaps. The Philadelphia Phillies also announced roughly three hours before the scheduled first pitch that their game against the New York Mets, originally slated for 7:10 p.m. ET, was moved up an hour. The National Women’s Soccer League played a game at Citi Field that turned into the most-attended women’s sports contest in New York history, with 42,175 people attending Gotham FC’s match against the Washington Spirit at Citi Field. But Washington’s Trinity Rodman wasn’t happy with the game, which included two hydration breaks per half, being played. EARTHQUAKE RATTLES ICONIC NATIONAL PARK NEAR ITS MASSIVE SUPERVOLCANO "If we have to have a hydration break every 15 minutes, then we shouldn’t be playing the game, and that’s my opinion," Rodman said. "But at the end of the day, there’s 40,000 people. It’s a whole event, so it’s really tough. It’s just a really hard situation for everyone to work around." Three MLB games were postponed in 2023 due to air quality concerns in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The air quality in the tri-state area has been deemed "unhealthy," perhaps putting a wrinkle in Sunday's World Cup final at nearby MetLife Stadium. But it is expected to be better in time. Due to the air quality, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said she "directed" NJ Transit and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority "to make select quantities of masks available to commuters and at rest areas along the Turnpike and Parkway." New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to "stay somewhere cool" and "drink plenty of water." 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/6a59490ba12eaf174af825b9 EXCLUSIVE: Hawley expands USPS probe with blistering letter accusing chief of dodging Congress te 2026-07-16T21:11:39.504Z EXCLUSIVE: Hawley expands USPS probe with blistering letter accusing chief of dodging Congress FIRST ON FOX: Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., is expanding his investigation into the U.S. Postal Service, accusing Postmaster General David Steiner of ignoring congressional oversight while demanding records on the agency's use of outside restructuring consultants as USPS projects billions more in financial losses. In a letter obtained by Fox News Digital, the Missouri Republican said his office has received no documents in response to a June 30 oversight request and informed Steiner that the investigation will now examine USPS' hiring of consulting firm Alvarez & Marsal. "To date, my office has received no documents in compliance with my June 30 letter," Hawley wrote. "Is it your intention simply to ignore statutory oversight? I expect full compliance with my oversight requests immediately." SENATOR JOSH HAWLEY DEMANDS ANSWERS FROM MLB ON 'PATTERN OF DISCRIMINATION' OVER WARNINGS TO GIANTS PLAYERS Hawley said Congress must review USPS' relationship with Alvarez & Marsal, a restructuring firm Steiner disclosed earlier this year had been hired to help the postal service plan for its financial future. The senator questioned why USPS is paying outside consultants while projecting another multibillion-dollar loss and continuing to award executive bonuses. "It is surprising to me that as you complain about this monetary crisis, you and other USPS executives continue to rake in annual bonus packages and have found plenty of cash to hire these outside consultants like A&M — all while service declines and far too many Americans are not receiving their mail," Hawley wrote. RED-STATE AUDITOR REPORTS 'EXPLOSION' OF FRAUD TIPS AS HE TARGETS STATE EMPLOYEES 'RACKING UP' TAXPAYER WASTE Hawley is requesting records detailing who hired Alvarez & Marsal, how much the firm has been paid and whether it was asked to recommend closing rural post offices, limiting rural delivery or reviewing executive compensation. He also inquired about whether USPS plans to release the firm's recommendations to Congress or the public. The expanded investigation comes weeks after Fox News Digital first reported Hawley launched an oversight probe into USPS over dumped mail in St. Louis, demanding records on delayed deliveries, possible criminal misconduct and executive bonuses. That inquiry followed a contentious Senate hearing in June, where Hawley pressed Steiner over thousands of pieces of dumped mail discovered in St. Louis. Hawley later criticized the postmaster general for saying he was unaware of the incident and publicly called for his resignation if he refused to return his performance bonus. UFO WHISTLEBLOWER CLAIMS BILLIONS IN SECRET SPENDING HIDDEN FROM CONGRESS In his latest letter, Hawley said USPS has yet to comply with his original document requests. Hawley noted USPS has lost an estimated $25 billion over the past three fiscal years and is projecting at least an $8.1 billion loss in fiscal year 2026 despite reforms Congress approved in 2022 to improve the agency's finances. "If the Postal Service plans to address its losses through hiring A&M, then Congress must be apprised of the nature of the engagement and A&M's recommendations to ensure that USPS service standards — such as universal service and rural delivery — do not continue to decline in any agency restructuring plan," Hawley wrote. The senator requested USPS respond to his expanded oversight questions by July 24. USPS did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Fox News Digital's Alexandra Koch contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5948f7a12eaf174af825b0 Smith unloads on democratic socialists, declares ‘this ain’t Denmark’ in fiery defense of the American dream te 2026-07-16T21:11:19.970Z Smith unloads on democratic socialists, declares ‘this ain’t Denmark’ in fiery defense of the American dream Stephen A. Smith delivered a forceful defense of capitalism and the American dream Thursday on his SiriusXM program, "Straight Shooter with Stephen A.," accusing the socialist wing of the Democratic Party of portraying the United States as the source of Americans' economic struggles. "This ain’t Denmark. This ain’t Finland. This ain’t Sweden. This is the United States of America!" Smith said. The ESPN commentator argued that the United States remained a destination for people who believe hard work and individual ambition can provide opportunities unavailable elsewhere. "You roll over to these borders with the vision and the fantasy and the passion that, ‘Yo, here I can achieve anything,’" Smith said. SOCIALISM VS CAPITALISM: HOUSE DEMS CLASH OVER WHAT NY ELECTION RESULTS MEAN FOR PARTY Smith said that belief in economic mobility remained central to the country's identity despite concerns about inequality and the difficulties facing working-class Americans. "That’s what this is about in America!" Smith said. The "First Take" host accused socialist activists of blaming the country and its economic structure instead of holding specific politicians, corporations and lobbyists responsible for policies that hurt Americans. "We don’t talk about that enough when it comes to the socialists, because they’re convincing folks that rather than individuals being a problem, rather than lobbyists being a problem, they’re trying to convince you America’s a problem," he said. STEPHEN A SMITH WARNS DEMOCRATS EMBRACING SOCIALISM IS 'HANDING THE PRESIDENCY TO THE GOP' Smith also accused prominent advocates of socialism of condemning capitalism while personally benefiting from the wealth, audiences and opportunities available under the American economic system. Smith’s criticism came one day after Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan, released a joint 2025 federal tax return reporting $686,069 in total income and $675,246 in adjusted gross income. El-Sayed has been endorsed by democratic socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. Smith warned at the time that socialist policies that resonated with younger voters in New York might not appeal to suburban and general election voters elsewhere in the country. "If it resonates within the Democratic Party, but it doesn’t have a snowball’s chance of resonating in a general election, then you’re basically handing the presidency to the GOP as well," Smith said. SWING-STATE POLL SPELLS TROUBLE FOR FAR LEFT AS SCHUMER-BACKED CANDIDATE DOMINATES WITH CRITICAL VOTING BLOCS CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE He acknowledged the economic concerns that have helped New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and other democratic socialists attract support, including the widening divide between wealthy Americans and people struggling with housing, food and other basic expenses. "That wealth gap is real, y’all. It’s very, very real," Smith said. "There are two Americas in this country, no matter what way we slice it. The haves and the have-nots." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5948d1a12eaf174af825a2 Tourist Helicopter Struck Geese Before Crashing in Hudson River, Documents Show te 2026-07-16T21:10:41.056Z Tourist Helicopter Struck Geese Before Crashing in Hudson River, Documents Show Officials discovered remains from at least two birds on the helicopter’s rotor blades, according to documents released by the National Transportation Safety Board. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5948bda12eaf174af82596 After the Hacienda Healthcare rape, Arizona built a group home watchdog. Now it’s being defunded. te 2026-07-16T21:10:21.608Z After the Hacienda Healthcare rape, Arizona built a group home watchdog. Now it’s being defunded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594679a12eaf174af8253f White House confirms Trump will attend World Cup final in New Jersey: 'A fitting conclusion' te 2026-07-16T21:00:41.687Z White House confirms Trump will attend World Cup final in New Jersey: 'A fitting conclusion' White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Thursday that President Donald Trump will attend Sunday's FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. FIFA President Gianni Infantino first said last month on "Fox & Friends" that Trump would attend the contest, but it is now official. Leavitt said Trump's attendance will be "a fitting conclusion to a tournament that showcased America's ability to host the world on the grandest stage." Infantino said he and Trump will deliver the FIFA World Cup trophy to the winning team's captain on the field. "We will be together with the president enjoying the final and handing the trophy to the winner, of course, together," Infantino said. Trump and Infantino did the same last year for the FIFA Club World Cup final, also at the New Jersey stadium, when Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0. The appearance came one year after an assassination attempt on President Trump in Pennsylvania. The president participated in the trophy presentation and handed out awards to the players and referees after Chelsea won the match. Trump remained on stage for the celebration, causing some confusion. "I knew he was going to be here, but I didn’t know he was going to be on the stand when we lifted the trophy, so I was a bit confused," Chelsea’s Cole Palmer said after the match. Trump got involved in one of the World Cup's biggest controversies, calling Infantino and requesting a review of Folarin Balogun's red card. Balogun was promptly suspended for Team USA's round-of-16 match, but he was later ruled eligible for the game. TRINITY RODMAN SAYS NWSL RECORD-CROWD GAME IN NY SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN PLAYED AMID POOR AIR "All I did was, I asked for a review, because I didn’t think it was a foul," Trump said. "And again, I’m good at this stuff. I didn’t think it was a foul. I thought it was two great athletes who crashed into each other and got entangled. That was not a guy punching somebody in the face or anything, that would be different. "I think it’s a terrible… if they wouldn’t allow a top player, maybe the best, maybe among the best on the team, to play, I think it would have had a big stain. I relayed it. I didn’t tell him what to do. I don’t believe he made the decision. I think it was a committee that made the decision, and they made the right decision because, No. 1, it wasn’t a foul, and you want to see a game with your best players." Balogun admitted to CBS that he "could almost see within my teammates a bit of nerves" as the controversy brewed further. Trump has yet to attend a World Cup match, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio was spotted at the U.S. Men's National Team's opener against Paraguay, a 4-1 win, on June 12. The president was awarded the first FIFA Peace Prize at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., during the World Cup final draw in December. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Trump recently attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, while the White House played host to UFC Freedom 250 last month. An IndyCar race will take place in Washington, D.C. next month. Fox News' Ryan Gaydos, Paulina Dedaj and 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/6a594433a12eaf174af82491 Key Trump agency puts top universities in crosshairs over alleged race-based dorm programs te 2026-07-16T20:50:59.665Z Key Trump agency puts top universities in crosshairs over alleged race-based dorm programs The Trump administration is opening civil-rights investigations into the University of Connecticut and the University of Minnesota after receiving complaints alleging the schools are operating dorm programs that may be steering students into campus housing services based on race. The complaints, filed by the Equal Protection Project and obtained by Fox News Digital, accuse UConn of operating three allegedly discriminatory housing programs — ScHOLA²RS House, BSOUL House and La Comunidad Intelectual — promoted toward Black male, Black female and Hispanic students. A separate complaint against the University of Minnesota Twin Cities names four programs — Huntley House, Charlotte’s Home, CASA SOL and Tsev Hmoob — that allegedly are promoted toward Black male, Black female, Hispanic and Hmong American students.  According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the programs potentially violate the Fair Housing Act, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and constitutional equal-protection guarantees by steering students toward or away from dormitory housing programs – which also include student support services – based on race, color or national origin, even when the universities say the programs are "open to all." UNEARTHED RECORDS REVEAL DEM MAYOR SOUGHT TAX HIKE TO FUND DEI ROLE AHEAD OF KEY HOUSE RACE "Unlawful discrimination cannot be allowed to poison American communities or separate members of our next generation —especially in college and university housing," Secretary Scott Turner said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Every student has the right to learn and live in an educational environment free from illegal and divisive DEI. Unlike the Biden Administration, the Trump Administration does not play favorites. Every American deserves the law’s protection, and any institution of higher education that engages in unlawful housing discrimination will be held accountable." Both universities denied engaging in discriminatory housing practices. A University of Minnesota spokesperson told Fox News Digital the school wasn't aware of the probe from HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, but argued the school's programs are compliant with "federal regulations, guidelines and anti-discrimination laws." HUD confirmed to Fox News Digital it sent notice of the investigation to the university ahead of publication.  "The University’s Living Learning Communities are open to all students, regardless of race or ethnicity, which is clearly stated on our website," the spokesperson said. "The University is diligent in its compliance with federal regulations, guidelines and anti-discrimination laws." HUD LAUNCHES CIVIL RIGHTS INVESTIGATION INTO BOSTON'S DEI HOUSING POLICIES OVER ALLEGED RACIAL DISCRIMINATION However, the Equal Protection Project's complaint cited by HUD appeared to anticipate UMN’s defense, arguing that the school’s "open to all" disclaimer does not resolve the alleged problem because the university still "expressly defines and markets" the residential communities around race or ethnicity.  "Such perfunctory non-discrimination language does not cure the racial steering violation," the complaint says. The complaint points to UMN materials describing Huntley House as a community "designed for Black men," Charlotte’s House as "designed for Black women," CASA SOL as "designed for Latinx students" and Tsev Hmoob as "designed for Hmong American students," all of which provide housing and programmatic benefits including peer mentoring, academic support, community events and shared residential space for selected students. The complaint also alleges UMN added its "open to all" language to at least three of the programs sometime after March 17, 2026, based on internet archive history, and argues that the late-added disclaimer does not cure the alleged violation. Instead, the complaint says, the added language suggests the university was aware its race-based descriptions and opens them to legal liability. MED SCHOOL DEANS COME UP EMPTY IN TENSE HEARING WHEN ASKED POINT BLANK IF MEN CAN HAVE BABIES: ‘RIDICULOUS’ Meanwhile, UConn also denied discriminating in campus housing. "UConn does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other aspect of identity, including in our on-campus housing," a university spokesperson told Fox News Digital.  "UConn is home to nearly 20 different interdisciplinary living and learning communities within on-campus housing, all of which are organized around students who may have similar interests, backgrounds, or academic pursuits, including the three that were specifically named," the spokesperson continued. "However, these communities are open to all students and no student is denied access to these communities based on their identity." But the Equal Protection Project complaint cited by HUD in conjunction with its new probe argues that UConn’s housing programs, which also offer student support services, may still amount to unlawful racial steering even if students outside the named groups are not formally barred.  UConn’s housing descriptions for ScHOLA²RS House, BSOUL House and La Comunidad Intelectual, the complaint alleged, have been promoted in a manner that could signal to other students that the housing programs are not intended for them. The complaint points specifically to the schools’ promotional materials and social media posts, arguing the housing the programs’ titles, descriptions and imagery are likely to steer non-Black or non-Hispanic students away from applying, regardless of whether UConn intended to discriminate. "This information steers individuals (‘ordinary readers’) towards and away from dormitory housing based on these preferences in violation of the FHA," the complaint against UConn states, adding that the allegation holds "even if UConn in fact has no discriminatory intent." The complaint highlights how UConn’s learning communities allow students to live together while participating in shared academic courses, mentoring and co-curricular programming, and says the named programs also promote support including academic and social or emotional support, research opportunities, professional development, seminar courses, events and shared community space. "When parents entrust their children to universities, they expect these institutions to cultivate independent thinkers who will engage with life’s permanent questions, pursue truth, beauty, and goodness, and carry forward the great intellectual, moral, and cultural inheritance of Western civilization," Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Craig Trainor told Fox News Digital.  "Too often, however, these young Americans arrive on campus only to be steered toward racially segregated housing arrangements that divide students, create unequal experiences, and betray the core principles of a classical liberal education," he concluded. "We will fully investigate the allegations against the University of Connecticut and the University of Minnesota to determine if they are, in fact, violating the Fair Housing Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59440ca12eaf174af8247a ‘Today’ Anchor Craig Melvin Chases Intruder From 30 Rock as Show Airs te 2026-07-16T20:50:20.756Z ‘Today’ Anchor Craig Melvin Chases Intruder From 30 Rock as Show Airs The incident did not result in any injuries, the police said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a594204a12eaf174af8243d House Dem Leader Jeffries hammers Trump, asks for teachers union help in midterms te 2026-07-16T20:41:40.163Z House Dem Leader Jeffries hammers Trump, asks for teachers union help in midterms U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks at the American Federation of Teachers national convention in Washington, D.C., on July 16, 2026. (Photo by Amelia Twyman/States Newsroom) WASHINGTON — U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries rallied a key group for his party Thursday, telling the American Federation of Teachers’ national convention that, if successful in November’s midterm elections, a Democratic majority in the House would pursue several progressive policies.  The New York congressman addressed affordability, voting rights and what he called “the most corrupt administration in American history” while drawing personal connections to the conventiongoers. He said he was grateful for the work of public employees and the unions that represent them, having been raised by two union members in a modest-income household.  “Organized labor has always been there for me, and organized labor is there for the American people,” Jeffries said as the crowd, gathered in a large room at the Walter. E. Washington Convention Center, erupted into applause.  The AFT is a 1.8 million-member union representing educators, healthcare workers and public employees from across the country. The organization hosts a national convention every two years. The union is a major benefactor to Democrats. Its political action committee contributed more than $1.9 million to Democratic candidates and $2.1 million to the House Majority PAC, which works with House Democratic leadership, in the 2024 election cycle, according to the campaign finance tracker Open Secrets.  Jeffries urged the union’s members to help Democrats win enough House races in November to return the party to the majority next year. Jeffries would very likely become House speaker if that happens. “Are we going to take our country back?” Jeffries asked the crowd to open his address. “Are you ready to help us take back control of the United States House of Representatives in November?” Campaign promises Jeffries said House Democrats would push back against “MAGA extremists” and block efforts to undermine popular programs such as Social Security and Medicare. And they will continue working to drive down the cost of childcare, healthcare and other household expenses, he added.  In addition to promising better living conditions for Americans, Jeffries said Democratic leaders would fight to “clean up corruption” within President Donald Trump’s administration.  He also said they would work to end the war with Iran and rein in Immigration and Customs Enforcement initiatives, because the agency “is completely and totally out of control.”  ICE officers have fatally shot immigrants this month in two separate incidents in Maine and Texas. Spotlight on education Sen. Raphael Warnock, a Georgia Democrat, also spoke at the convention about the significant effect that public education had on him growing up.   It was thanks to the support of his parents and public school teachers, as well as the help of Pell grants and student loans, that he was able to become a U.S. senator, he said.  Now, what “keeps (him) up at night” is the fact that many children today don’t have access to the same opportunities, which he said would shrink the pool of future leaders in science, law and education. “We have to invest in our children because we don’t know where the cure for cancer’s going to come from,” he said.  He called for an increase in teachers’ pay, among other policies. State of the union AFT President Randi Weingarten also delivered her keynote address Thursday, touching on themes ranging from income inequality to the increasing power of big tech.  “Our union stands at the intersection of the ways that regular people gain and exercise power in our democracy—through public education, unions and voting,” she said. “This election will decide whether we are a country governed by the people or ruled by the powerful, a country of opportunity or oligarchy, a country whose people live in freedom or in fear.”  On Wednesday, Republicans from the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce took a first step toward dismantling the Department of Education, approving a package of 10 bills that would permanently reallocate some of the department’s duties to other federal bodies.  “The House and Senate have less responsibility for public schooling than statehouses across the country,” Weingarten told reporters after her speech. “Yet the people who run the House (Education and) Workforce Committee spend more time fighting teachers and fighting unions and fighting against a better life for all of us … than actually helping kids have opportunity in a capitalist system.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5941f0a12eaf174af8241d GOP lawmakers urge Supreme Court to strengthen First Amendment protections for street preachers te 2026-07-16T20:41:20.196Z GOP lawmakers urge Supreme Court to strengthen First Amendment protections for street preachers EXCLUSIVE — Two House Republicans are urging the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a case they say could strengthen First Amendment protections for religious speech, arguing police officers should not receive qualified immunity for "obvious" constitutional violations against Christian evangelist Richard Hershey. "Mr. Hershey’s constitutional rights were treated as optional the moment officers decided to ignore them," Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, told Fox News Digital in a statement. "The Fifth Circuit's ruling lets that stand, creating a circuit split that leaves citizens with weaker right to free speech and right to religious free exercise which is contrary to the Founders’ intent. The violation of these First Amendment rights should alarm everyone, regardless of politics or faith." Moran and Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Wis., are leading an amicus brief supporting Hershey's petition to the Supreme Court, arguing the justices should resolve a split among federal appeals courts over whether government officials can claim qualified immunity for obvious First Amendment violations. YOU SHOULDN’T NEED A PERMIT TO PRAY IN YOUR OWN HOME — THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD AGREE Moran and Grothman’s brief argues that the Constitution protects Hershey's sidewalk evangelism under both the free speech and free exercise clauses, and maintains that qualified immunity should not shield officers from clear constitutional violations. It also says Congress intended Section 1983 to hold government officials accountable for infringing constitutional rights and maintains that differing rulings between federal appeals courts make Supreme Court review necessary. Last month, First Liberty Institute and the law firm Clement & Murphy PLLC asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Fifth Circuit decision that shielded Louisiana government officials from liability after they stopped Hershey from handing out Christian vegetarian literature on a public sidewalk outside a public park. SUPREME COURT UNANIMOUSLY SLAPS DOWN BLUE STATE TARGETING PRO-LIFE GROUP According to court filings, in February 2020, Hershey was handing out Christian religious pamphlets near the Bossier City Arena in Louisiana when police officers and security personnel told him to stop and leave the area. First Liberty says there was no written policy governing leafletting on the public sidewalks surrounding the arena. The legal group alleges Hershey was "harassed and threatened with arrest and jail," and tried to explain that he believed his activities were protected by the First Amendment. Hershey left the area and did not return, according to the petition, due to concerns that he would be taken into custody. JACKSON SCOLDS COLLEAGUES IN SOLO DISSENT AFTER COURT JUMPS INTO ROUTINE POLICE-STOP CASE Hershey later sued five police and security officers, alleging they violated his constitutional free speech rights. A federal district court ruled the officers were entitled to qualified immunity, and the Fifth Circuit upheld that decision on appeal. "There is simply no excuse for the government actions alleged in petitioner’s complaint. In any other circuit — and in the Fifth Circuit if he were a prisoner asserting mistreatment — his case could proceed," the petition reads. "This Court should intervene and reaffirm that there is no novelty exception to the promise of §1983 when it comes to clearly established constitutional rights." Fox News Digital reached out to First Liberty Institute and attempted to reach Hershey for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5941dca12eaf174af82414 Rory McIlroy forgetting how to make putts leads the 2026 Open Championship storylines after round one te 2026-07-16T20:41:00.738Z Rory McIlroy forgetting how to make putts leads the 2026 Open Championship storylines after round one Thanks to his Masters wins in 2025 and 2026, most people have forgotten about Rory McIlroy's struggles in major championships over the past decade. Of course they have, since he's won two of them. But it's worth remembering that, outside of the Masters, McIlroy hasn't won one of golf's other three majors since 2014. He famously let the 2024 U.S. Open slip away by making three bogeys in the final four holes to lose by one shot to Bryson DeChambeau. The biggest factor in those bogeys was McIlroy's inability to convert short putts, including a missed 2 1/2-footer on No. 16 and a miss from inside 4 feet on No. 18. SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER, RORY MCILROY DISCUSS THEIR THOUGHTS ON LEGACY AHEAD OF THE OPEN: 'WE'RE ALL GOING TO DIE' Well, those woes came back on Thursday during the first round of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. He missed putts from inside 4 feet on both No. 7 and No. 8 before adding a miss from just over 4 feet at No. 10. After missing six putts from inside 12 feet on his first 12 holes, McIlroy drained a 23-footer for birdie on No. 13. He gave the shot right back with a sloppy bogey on the par-5 14th hole but then drilled a 12-footer on No. 15 for birdie. Unfortunately, he gave that one back with another sloppy bogey on No. 17, the other par 5 at Royal Birkdale. It's not often McIlroy plays the par-5s in two-over, but that's what happened on Thursday. He missed another putt from inside 12 feet on the 17th, bringing the total to eight for the round, before making a closing birdie on No. 18 to finish his roller-coaster round. Ultimately, McIlroy carded a 2-over 72 and sits seven shots back of the lead after 18 holes. He has his work cut out for him if he plans to make the cut and play the weekend. Open debutant Jackson Suber dazzles with opening-round 65 Many people might not be familiar with the 26-year-old American, but they should get familiar. Suber, who qualified for The Open by finishing tied for fourth at the RBC Canadian Open, put together the low round of the day at Royal Birkdale and gained over six strokes on the field, according to Data Golf. He holds a one-shot lead over Daniel Brown and Sungjae Im, who shot matching 66s. Suber has only competed in two prior majors, missing the cut at this year's U.S. Open and finishing 73rd in the 2024 U.S. Open. He finds himself in very unfamiliar territory, sleeping on the lead at a major championship. But he has quietly put together a very strong year on the PGA Tour. Since the start of May, Suber has four top-20 finishes, including a solo fourth at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, the aforementioned T-4 at the RBC Canadian Open and a T-6 at the John Deere Classic. Of course, holding the lead in a major is a different kind of pressure. It'll be interesting to see how Suber handles it. Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau and other big names in the mix at Royal Birkdale World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler said after his first-round 68 that he thought he played better than his score indicated. That's bad news for everyone else in Southport this weekend, but it serves as a reminder that Scheffler is still the best golfer on the planet. Despite shooting two-under par and sitting inside the top 20, Scheffler knows he can score better. He had the hottest start of any player on Thursday, making birdie on four of his first six holes. But he stalled after the torrid start, making two bogeys and no birdies the rest of the way. Like McIlroy, Scheffler missed some short putts, including a 5-footer on No. 11 and a 4 1/2-footer on No. 17. If the putts start falling again, like they did early in the round, look out for Scheffler. Bryson DeChambeau finally got some momentum going with his first-round performance. DeChambeau shared the lead until he made a bogey on his final hole. He also played in a group with Scheffler and posted a 3-under 67 to best the world No. 1 by one shot. DeChambeau hadn't shot under par in any of his six major rounds in 2026, so it was far and away his best major round of the year. After missing the cut in each of the first three majors this year, DeChambeau finally looks like he'll have a weekend tee time. BRYSON DECHAMBEAU POSTS 3-UNDER 67 AT ROYAL BIRKDALE TO SILENCE CRITICS AFTER THREE STRAIGHT MISSED MAJOR CUTS In the afternoon wave, world No. 4 Cameron Young shot a 67 to join a logjam of nine players currently tied for fourth place. It's a fascinating leaderboard at the Open Championship with a mix of some of the world's best, like Scheffler, DeChambeau, and Young, and some lesser-known players, like Suber, Daniel Brown, Pierceson Coody and Alex Smalley. That should set golf fans up for an exciting weekend with plenty of storylines and intrigue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5941b5a12eaf174af82408 On the War Against Iran, the Pentagon Has Said Little te 2026-07-16T20:40:21.834Z On the War Against Iran, the Pentagon Has Said Little Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has spoken about a range of issues in recent days — from testosterone to leak investigations — but he has said little about the war. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593faca12eaf174af823ba WATCH: GOP senators tear into former Biden pardon attorney over push to spare ‘mass murderers’ from death row te 2026-07-16T20:31:40.419Z WATCH: GOP senators tear into former Biden pardon attorney over push to spare ‘mass murderers’ from death row Several Republican senators challenged the credibility of the testimony of a former Biden Justice Department official during day two of the Todd Blanche confirmation hearing, pointing to the part she played in the clemency granted to 37 death row inmates. Democrats called Elizabeth Oyer, the former U.S. Pardon Attorney at the Department of Justice, a nonpolitical position she served from April 2022 until March 2025 when then Deputy Attorney General Blanche fired her, which she argued was politically motivated. While Democrats cast the former pardon attorney as evidence Blanche had politicized the Justice Department, Republicans argued her recommendations to commute the sentences of federal death row inmates undermined her credibility. Blanche, who has served as acting attorney general since April 2, did not publicly disclose the reasoning for Oyer's firing, but she claimed it's because she refused to recommend that actor Mel Gibson, who serves as a special envoy to Hollywood for President Donald Trump, have his gun rights restored. The Justice Department denied this as the cause for her firing. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' In her opening testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday, Oyer mentioned Blanche's handling of the Epstein files and Ghislaine Maxwell's reassignment to a lower security prison, as among the main reasons Blanche should not become attorney general. "At the end of the day, the priority of this DOJ is protecting powerful men, even when it comes at the expense of vulnerable women," Oyer testified Thursday. But Sens. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., and Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, hammered Oyer over an internal memo from Nov. 4, 2024, in which she recommended that then-Attorney General Merrick Garland advise then-President Joe Biden to consider commuting the 40 remaining federal death sentences. Biden went on to commute the death sentences of 37 of those recommended. "You have no credibility to talk about Todd Blanche, you have none," Schmitt said. "You've come here, you deny basic facts. You recommended the commutation of murderers. You gave no quarter at all or any time to the victims of these brutal murders. So, again, I can't believe you've been called here by the other side. But I'm glad we've had an opportunity to expose your hypocrisy." A report from the Justice Department found that Oyer's 73-page memorandum only dedicated three paragraphs to address the grievances of the victims' families. JUSTICE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES IT'S READOPTING THE FIRING SQUAD AS A MEANS OF EXECUTION Earlier in the hearing, Hawley pointed out some of the notorious federal death row inmates whose death sentences Oyer recommended be commuted to life in prison. Among them was Dylan Roof, who was convicted for the June 17, 2015, mass shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Charleston, South Carolina, where he killed nine Black parishioners during a Bible study. Biden ultimately declined to pardon him. "You said that actually Roof is not a compelling candidate for clemency, but you recommended it anyway," Hawley said, referring to Oyer's memorandum. "Why? Because he suffered from anxiety. You said 'right, he suffered from anxiety'. Did it ever occur to you that maybe the family of his victims might suffer a little bit of anxiety because he marched into their church and murdered them in cold blood, because he was an incredible racist and he wanted to get on TV?" Hawley then turned to Oyer's recommendation to commute the death sentence of Robert Bowers, who was convicted of 63 federal charges stemming from the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, which killed 11 Jewish worshippers. Biden also did not commute Bowers' sentence. "This guy killed people just because they're Jews," Hawley said. "A jury recommended that he be sentenced to death, and you substituted your judgment for theirs, and now he's going to live. Are you proud of that?" "Sir, what I am proud of is the fact that I took my job as pardon attorney extremely seriously," Oyer said in response. "I think your judgment is astoundingly terrible. I'm amazed that this side of the aisle has called you." Hawley responded. SENATOR TIM SHEEHY: SOFT-ON-CRIME JUDGES NEED CONSEQUENCES. THE JAIL ACT DELIVERS But Grassley pointed out that Oyer also recommended commuting the death sentence of Jorge Avila-Torrez. Torrez was on federal death row for convictions stemming from the stabbing deaths of two young girls in Illinois; the murder of Navy Petty Officer Amanda Snell at a Virginia military base, and the abduction and rape of a University of Maryland graduate student. He pressed Oyer on the pardon recommendations she made. Oyer refused to answer, invoking the president's executive privileges. "You can't even tell me if you contacted the victim's family?," Grassley asked. "You can't say yes or no to that?" Oyer said that all the death row inmates who received clemency will spend the rest of their lives behind bars. "These are absolutely horrific cases," Oyer said. "And every one of the individuals you mentioned will remain incarcerated for the rest of their lives, most likely in a maximum security prison facility." Meanwhile, Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., condemned his Republican colleagues' line of questioning with Oyer later in the hearing. "I just want to start off by saying, Miss Sawyer, I hold you in the highest esteem and respect, especially what you're doing now as a private citizen," Booker said. "You use a platform to educate people about the law. It is technical, but yet accessible. And the badgering you just endured, it should be in completely unacceptable. You were asked to comment on things you didn't have before you. The treatment here to me, is just outrageous. And I apologize on behalf of the United States Senate." Fox News Digital reached out to Biden's office and Oyer for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593f98a12eaf174af823b1 OnlyFans models, witches haunt Dem’s campaign in toss-up House race: report te 2026-07-16T20:31:20.966Z OnlyFans models, witches haunt Dem’s campaign in toss-up House race: report The official campaign Instagram account for a Democrat running in one of the most competitive House races of 2026 followed multiple accounts belonging to OnlyFans models and individuals claiming to be witches, according to a recent report. JoAnna Mendoza, a Marine Corps veteran challenging Juan Ciscomani in Arizona’s 6th Congressional District, at one point followed 12 accounts that regularly posted sexually explicit content, including images of sex toys, the New York Post first reported. The Instagram account was also found to reportedly follow accounts run by self-described witches who promised to instruct their followers on witchcraft. The social media activity injects an unusual culture-war controversy into one of the nation’s most competitive House races, where Republicans are defending a seat that could help determine control of Congress in 2026. LUTHERAN MINISTER AND HOUSE CANDIDATE UNDER FIRE AFTER RECOUNTING HER PART IN SATANIST COUPLE'S WEDDING Mendoza's Instagram unfollowed some of these accounts after being reached by the New York Post for comment, the outlet reported. The Mendoza campaign did not respond to a request for comment when reached by Fox News Digital on Thursday. One of the accounts followed by Mendoza's campaign belonged to a transgender socialist activist who often posts pictures in BDSM gear, the New York Post reported. In one such image, the activist is seen wearing what appears to be leather and chains over a bare chest. The campaign account also followed at least two OnlyFans users, the NY Post reported.  UNEARTHED VIDEO SHOWS DEM CANDIDATE SUPPORTING 'REALLOCATION' OF POLICE FUNDING TO SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS Accounts followed by the campaign account also promised to provide prospective witches with "beginner tips" to engage in practices such as "Eden Energy Medicine" and "Crystal Spirit Readings," according to the outlet. POWERFUL LGBTQ+ GROUP'S ENDORSEMENTS COULD TANK VULNERABLE DEMS OVER RADICAL YOUTH TRANS AGENDA Mendoza has previously attracted scrutiny amid the campaign, including after a video of her advocating for legal prostitution resurfaced. When running for state office in 2020, Mendoza told an Arizona LGBT group that she would fight to "decriminalize sex work"to help "trans folks, especially trans women of color," because "discrimination is so pervasive in the formal employment sector." Cook Political Report rates the election in Arizona’s 6th Congressional District as a toss-up, meaning that neither political party has a distinct advantage as Election Day approaches. Mendoza's race is of just 18 that falls into that category for the 2026 midterm elections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593f85a12eaf174af823a8 Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin's claims of 'winning the offseason' fall on deaf ears for fans te 2026-07-16T20:31:01.508Z Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin's claims of 'winning the offseason' fall on deaf ears for fans After more than a decade as the head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions, James Franklin was sent packing in the midst of a brutally disappointing season. What was supposed to be a championship window of a season for Penn State in 2025 ended with a record just a touch above .500 and a new head coach. For Franklin, it meant new beginnings, and after a short time away from the headset, the 54-year-old native Pennsylvanian landed a few hundred miles down the road in Blacksburg to coach the Virginia Tech Hokies. THE 5 MOST DISAPPOINTING PRESEASON TOP-10 COLLEGE FOOTBALL TEAMS OF THE 21ST CENTURY While it's a new locale for the one-time Big Ten championship-winning coach, his quotes at ACC Media Days on Thursday morning sound all too familiar for those who have heard Franklin speak during past offseasons in State College. One could argue that you'd rather hear a coach boast about "winning the offseason" than losing it. Franklin's last several years in Happy Valley will cause all but the most optimistic fans of his to roll their eyes upon hearing this quote. It's a similar refrain for anyone familiar with the Penn State program under Franklin, with his boasts of having all the pieces in place being followed by good-yet-disappointing campaigns year after year causing Nittany Lions fans to wince. INTERNET IS UP IN ARMS ABOUT ESPN FPI RANKINGS, BUT EVERYONE IS MISSING ONE KEY POINT Franklin was famously 4-21 against top-ten opponents while at Penn State, and the fact that he only won one Big Ten title in his 11 and a half seasons with the program doesn't help his cause. It even earned him the name "Big Game James," a moniker that was mostly tongue-in-cheek and more of a pejorative than anything else. If you don't believe me, take the word of the fans in the comments section beneath On3 reporter Brett McMurphy's post. DID ALABAMA DOOM THEMSELVES TO MEDIOCRITY WITH KALEN DEBOER EXTENSION? The reviews are scathing, but until Franklin can prove the doubters wrong, he will have to endure. I'm sure he doesn't care what folks on the internet have to say, but they aren't wrong in their assessments either. Here's the catch: the expectations aren't quite the same at Virginia Tech as they were at Penn State (yet). While the Hokies were an established winner under longtime head coach Frank Beamer, the truth is that they've fallen on some hard times since the turn of the decade, bottoming out to a 3-9 record in 2025 under Brent Pry. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Despite my reservations with Franklin being elite, I think he's a very good coach and I believe he will have Virginia Tech back to a position of national relevance in no time. What he does after that remains to be seen, and whether Franklin becomes a victim of his own success in Blacksburg with regard to increased expectations will be interesting to watch. For now, he will have to prove this "offseason championship" can translate to wins on the field, otherwise this quote could come back to haunt him come December. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593f5ea12eaf174af82398 University of Arizona marks historic Kazakhstan commencement, expands national partnership te 2026-07-16T20:30:22.091Z University of Arizona marks historic Kazakhstan commencement, expands national partnership University of Arizona marks historic Kazakhstan commencement, expands national partnership mittank Thu, 16 Jul 2026 - 09:18 University of Arizona marks historic Kazakhstan commencement, expands national partnership Today A University of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593d18a12eaf174af8234d Ramaswamy torches Dem rival over 'outrageous' COVID-19 claim: 'Spewing lies' te 2026-07-16T20:20:40.132Z Ramaswamy torches Dem rival over 'outrageous' COVID-19 claim: 'Spewing lies' Amy Acton, the Democratic nominee for governor of Ohio, claimed that COVID mortality rates had been as high as 50% during a podcast appearance, using the figure as a rationale for the response she had called for in the early days of the 2020 pandemic. Acton highlighted the figure as evidence of her effective leadership as Director of the Ohio Department of Health on a podcast appearance this past September. "In those early days, the mortality rate was 50%. I started with that in March. By June, when we reopened, it was because we took swift, decisive action. The mortality rate had gone down to 5%. We learned how to save lives," Acton said. ONE OF THE MOST PROMINENT PRO-MASK MANDATE STUDIES DURING THE COVID PANDEMIC WAS A MISLEADING FAILURE Acton’s retelling of the pandemic’s lethality comes as she defends her record as health director and amid an uphill bid to become the next governor of the Buckeye State. COVID-19’s mortality rate was well below the 50% Acton described, resulting in 275,000 deaths nationwide in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Of patients who contracted the virus, the death rate was just 15.9% when adjusted for age. And, when filtered further for when COVID was the cause of death, that figure fell further to 11.3%. When asked about the figure, Acton’s office said she had been referring to death rates in hospitals. She also bashed Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, the founder of Roivant Sciences, a biotech pharmaceutical company that helped produce COVID treatments. "While Dr. Acton was working hand in hand with Governor DeWine to keep Ohioans safe, Vivek Ramaswamy was calling for mandatory COVID-19 testing, making more than $2 billion off of the COVID vaccine, and recommending segregating Ohioans based on biomarker status," Addie Bullock, a spokesperson for Acton’s campaign, said. ANTHONY FAUCI BLAMES AMERICANS FOR NOT HITTING HIS COVID VACCINE TARGET WHILE IGNORING OTHER COUNTRIES In the past, Acton has received Republican criticism for pushing Ohio’s COVID response too far. Acton has countered by arguing that her leadership, alongside Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, had been effective. "I had quarantine power … we were the very first to take action," Acton said on the podcast. A Ramaswamy spokesperson fired back at Acton, telling Fox News Digital that she was "spewing lies" on COVID-19. "Liberal Amy Acton is desperately trying to rewrite history, spewing lies in a futile attempt to justify her disastrous decision-making during COVID," Connie Luck said. "But her outrageous claims only confirm what we already know: she’s an incompetent, failed government bureaucrat who ran our state into the ground and is wholly unqualified to lead Ohio." With Acton’s advice, Ohio was one of the first states to impose broad emergency restrictions, becoming the first state to shut down schools on March 16, issuing stay-at-home orders, closed polling places and limited public gatherings of 50 and then 100 people.  In those early days, Acton once overestimated the number of people in Ohio with COVID, asserting in March 2020 that the figure was 100,000, only to walk back the claim a few days later and state that she had been "guesstimating." Also in March, Acton claimed that Ohio could see as many as 10,000 new cases a day at a press conference with DeWine. For his own part, DeWine has defended Acton from criticisms, stating that it was ultimately his decision on which closures to enact and called Acton's counsel "superb" in comments to local media. Later, Acton split with the governor’s office. In particular, Acton disagreed with allowing county fairs, citing fears that the events would risk renewed spread of the virus. She also didn’t see eye to eye with which groups entered into partnerships with the state. RAMASWAMY PUMPS $25M OF OWN CASH INTO OHIO GOVERNOR BID, SMASHES FUNDRAISING RECORDS WITH $50 MILLION HAUL "I stepped down because I would not sign orders that were being forced on me. I stepped down in June because they began to make COVID, like everything else in the state house, political, giving special interests and certain businesses advantage over other businesses," Acton said. Having cleared the Ohio primaries and secured the Democratic nomination, Acton will face off against Ramaswamy in the Nov. 3 general election later this year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593b11a12eaf174af822fc Sherrill ripped after NJ skips flag directive honoring Graham: ‘Most political governor’ te 2026-07-16T20:12:01.802Z Sherrill ripped after NJ skips flag directive honoring Graham: ‘Most political governor’ New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking heat after state flag-status records showed flags at full-staff despite a White House proclamation directing U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff nationwide in remembrance of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., through Saturday evening. "This is probably the most political [Trenton administration], and she's only been there six months -- probably the most political governor I've served with in the last 25 years," New Jersey state Sen. Joe Pennacchio, R-Boonton, told Fox News Digital on Thursday. He formally requested the governor lower the flags earlier this week following Graham's death. A Trenton source confirmed that flags at the Capitol remained at full-staff as of Thursday midday. A New Jersey Department of State website tracking flag status also indicated "all flags full-staff" on Thursday. Sherrill, whose office did not respond to multiple requests for comment, appeared to be one of a handful of Democratic state leaders to ignore the White House's proclamation – as neighboring Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro both ordered flags lowered, reportedly along with leaders of California, Colorado, Maryland, SEN. LINDSEY GRAHAM DEAD AT 71 AFTER 'BRIEF AND SUDDEN' ILLNESS, OFFICE SAYS New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger did not appear to issue half-staff orders either – as each state's official flag status remained "full-staff" as of Thursday. Fox News Digital reached out to both governors for comment. Pennacchio told Fox News Digital that after inaction from Sherrill on lowering the flags, he crafted a formal request. Pennacchio said that honoring people like Graham should be nonpartisan – because Graham was a respected public figure as well as a decades-long U.S. Air Force veteran and someone who also exuded a bipartisan nature particularly on key votes like confirmations of Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor. "My request was very respectful. It wasn't partisan at all," he said, noting that Sherrill is also a veteran. Pennacchio said Graham himself would speak about the importance of putting politics aside in important moments like this, recounting that the South Carolinian defended his aisle-crossing confirmation votes by saying his advise-and-consent role was to consider whether a nominee is qualified regardless of party. KAGAN RECALLS LINDSEY GRAHAM'S VOTE THAT HELPED SEAL HER SUPREME COURT CONFIRMATION When Sherrill was in Congress she represented Pennacchio’s state Senate district. He told Fox News Digital that he had hope for bipartisanship with Sherrill because the two offices worked very well together on intergovernmental constituent services. Sherrill’s decision not to lower flags also ran counter to one of New Jersey’s other most prominent Democrats, Sen. Cory Booker, who recorded a video honoring Graham. In his video, Booker spoke of how – as a freshman senator – he was told by Sen. Richard Durbin, D-Ill., that Graham would be a good bipartisan colleague to work with on criminal justice reform. Booker recounted walking up to Graham and breaching the topic, as Graham jokingly admonished him that he was in a South Carolina primary with a "bat—t crazy" opponent and that he can't even be seen with Democrats. Graham said Booker should come back to him after the election – and he did. "True to his word, [Graham] rolled up his sleeves and he went to work," Booker said, adding that their collaboration ended in the passage of the First Step Act. Booker did not respond to a request for comment on this story, but Pennacchio said he appreciated the Democrat’s gesture. "Senator Booker is as partisan as they come, but he did the right thing and put his partisanship aside," Pennacchio said. "The death of one diminishes a little bit of all of us." Another New Jersey figure who did speak out after Graham’s passing was Rep. Christopher Smith, a Republican representing the Jersey Shore and the Garden State's longest-serving congressman. MAJORITY LEADER THUNE: LINDSEY GRAHAM WAS THE GOP’S GLUE, BINDING US TOGETHER WITH COURAGE AND GRACE "Lindsey Graham was an indefatigable and courageous fighter for the right to life, human rights, liberty and freedom," Smith said earlier this week. "He was articulate and persuasive and brought both incisive candor and humor to debate. He was a national treasure and will be deeply missed. My wife, Marie, and I offer our deepest condolences to his family." SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER Fox News Digital also reached out to Booker’s counterpart, Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., for comment on the situation. "Our nation has long understood that when a public servant passes away after a lifetime of service to the American people, we come together and honor them with dignity and respect. New Jersey should not be the exception," Pennacchio said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593afea12eaf174af822f3 Lindsey Vonn turns heads at the ESPYs, the US men's team was disgustingly snubbed & Dechambeau fires back te 2026-07-16T20:11:42.340Z Lindsey Vonn turns heads at the ESPYs, the US men's team was disgustingly snubbed & Dechambeau fires back 'Nightcaps' is a daily column that catches you up on the biggest sports, news and culture stories you may have missed while pretending to do work at your desk. It runs Monday–Friday on OutKick.com. Whew. We're on the other side of the week, boys and girls. And, as of today, we're on the other side of the month! The ESPYs were last night. Did you know? I didn't. Imagine my surprise when I woke up this morning and found out! Remember back in the day when the ESPN-led awards show was appointment viewing? It always marked the halfway point of the summer, right? It usually falls on the slowest sports day of the year (during non-World Cup years, of course), and bridges the gap nicely. But this year, it came and went with little to no fanfare, which is ... fair ... given how far ESPN has fallen over the years. And buddy, they did themselves NO favors last night. On that note, welcome to a Thursday Nightcaps — the one where ESPN snubbed the crap out of our great USA hockey teams. It's truly unfathomable. You'll see. What else? I've got Lindsey Vonn turning heads on the red carpet, and is getting stuck in a porta-john the worst possible thing that can happen to a person in this life? I ain't talking about getting locked inside, either. I'm talking about literally falling through the toilet and getting trapped underneath. I've never been more disgusted. Stay tuned! Grab you a drink — dealer's choice today! — and settle in for a Thursday 'Cap. Before we start ... watch that video, if you have time. I watch the Jimmy V speech once a year around ESPYs time, and it's just the best. True story: I took a public speaking class in college and we had to choose one speech to give at the end of the semester. I chose that one. I'm fairly certain I was terrible at it, but whatever. It's still my favorite speech of all time — and that includes Lincoln's address! Anyway, we've gone from that moment back in 1993, to ... this moment last night at the latest edition of the ESPYs: Lordy. The difference that 30 years can make is truly remarkable. Do you think people in 1996, who were alive and well in the 50s and 60s, saw a societal transformation quite like we have? No shot, right? While that little performance was certainly a talker, it wasn't the real talker from the night. Nope. That took place a few hours later, when the New York Knicks were inexplicably named the Best Team. The other finalists? Goodness gracious. Let me make sure I have the right ... The USA men's and women's OLYMPIC hockey teams both won gold medals this year — with the men winning for the first time since the Miracle game — and ESPN instead gave the award for "Best Team" to the New York Knicks? Okeedokee. Makes sense! On top of that, they awarded OG Anunoby's tip-in in GAME 4 of the Finals "Best Play" honors over Jack Hughes' GOLDEN GOAL to win an Olympic gold medal. You know what? I'd argue that tip-in wasn't even the second best play of the year! I'd put both the Golden Goal AND Miguel Rojas' game-tying home run in the ninth inning of GAME 7 of the World Series over it! Yeah, I mean ... come on. What are we doing here? In what world is a game-winning, gold medal-clinching goal by the USA to win it all for the first time in four decades NOT the play of the year? It's just insane. Oh well. ESPN has to pander to the NBA audience. It's in the rulebook, I reckon. You know what's not in the rulebook? Falling through the toilet of a porta-john and having to be cut out: "Come on, get on outta there!" "Watch your f--king self, we're gonna cut way back, get all the way down!" "I'm not lifting, lean forward!" "I can’t, dumbf--k" "I’m the dumbf--k? While you’re stuck in a f--king urinal?" Just incredible content out of Kansas City today. I've never seen anything like it. We live in amazing times right now, folk. Soak it all in. Like Jimmy V said, don't take anything for granted. OK, let's rapid-fire this Thursday class into a big Thursday night. First up? While we were all sleeping or drinking our morning coffee, Bryson DeChambeau was playing some elite golf over at Royal Birkdale: After just a miserable season in which he's missed every major cut, Bryson fired a 3-under 67 and sits in a tie for fifth after Day 1. This, of course, comes a day after Sir Nick Faldo lit him up like a Christmas tree. "He has, and I'll say it to his face, zero clue of strategy," Faldo said ahead of the opening round. Take a look: Tell us how you really feel, Nick! Naturally, Bryson then fired a 67 and mentioned the word "strategy" three times in his post-round interview: Is DeChambeau BACK? No idea. We'll see if he can carry this over to tomorrow. I hope so, personally. I've given Bryson a lot of crap this season, but the game is so much better when he's in contention. Didn't think Royal Birkdale would be the place he would turn it around, but I'm all for it. Give 'em hell, Bryson! OK, that's it for today. Good work, everyone. Here's Jutta Leerdam and Lindsey Vonn dominating the ESPYs red carpet to take us all home. Patriots. Did the USA get snubbed? Email me at Zach.Dean@OutKick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593ad7a12eaf174af822e8 Houston ICE Shooting: Lawyer Says Bags Held Salt, Not Drugs te 2026-07-16T20:11:03.429Z Houston ICE Shooting: Lawyer Says Bags Held Salt, Not Drugs Federal investigators said a “crystal-like” substance in the bags looked like methamphetamine. A lawyer for the victim’s brother said it was salt. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593ac3a12eaf174af822dc Az Court of Appeals: Citing fake AI-generated cases can get you sanctioned, no matter your intent te 2026-07-16T20:10:43.971Z Az Court of Appeals: Citing fake AI-generated cases can get you sanctioned, no matter your intent Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593aaca12eaf174af822c0 Founders Fund hires former OpenAI exec Ryan Beiermeister (and not because of her Mafia skills) te 2026-07-16T20:10:20.427Z Founders Fund hires former OpenAI exec Ryan Beiermeister (and not because of her Mafia skills) Ryan Beiermeister, who demonstrated cool analysis in the Founders Fund YouTube series "Mafia," has joined the firm as a partner. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593638a12eaf174af82222 Former French tennis player's plan to appeal a match-fixing suspension backfires on him te 2026-07-16T19:51:20.382Z Former French tennis player's plan to appeal a match-fixing suspension backfires on him A former French tennis player has seen his ban for match fixing bumped up to three years after his attempt at appealing the initial penalty backfired. Samuel Bensoussan, a 34-year-old from France, was initially suspended for one year and 11 months after he was found to have fixed four matches. The Frenchman's actions were tied to a wide-ranging match-fixing syndicate set up in Belgium by a man named Grigor Sargsyan. EX-FORDHAM BASKETBALL PLAYERS PERMANENTLY BANNED BY NCAA OVER ALLEGED GAME MANIPULATION BETTING SCHEME According to The Athletic, citing documents from the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA), this syndicate was involved in fixing a stunning 375 matches at a minimum, and involved 1,500 conspirators. However, Bensoussan, whose suspension started in May of 2025, opted to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Of the 18 breaches of the Tennis Anti-Corruption Protocol Bensoussan was charged with, all but one were proven. However, in his appeal, he alleged that he had been pulled into the situations due to false accusations from former tennis player Mick Lescure. Lescure was handed a lifetime ban in 2022 for, you guessed it, match fixing. Bensoussan — who has turned to coaching and previously hit a singles career high-water mark of No. 405 back in 2018 — wasn't the only party appealing the decision. ITIA was appealing it as well, saying that he should actually have his suspension increased to be more in line with those given to others, and requested that it be upped to six and a half years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS The CAS dismissed Bensoussan's appeal, and as if that wasn't bad enough for him, the court decided that he should have his suspension increased, though it stopped short of going with the six and a half years the ITIA was looking for. TENNIS PLAYER DANIEL ALTMAIER PUNTS RACKET INTO CROWD, SHOCKINGLY AVOIDS DISQUALIFICATION Bensoussan's ban is now three years, and begins on the same date as his previous one, meaning it will end in May of 2028. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593624a12eaf174af82219 'Woke' military academies targeted in new blueprint for sweeping warfighting overhaul te 2026-07-16T19:51:00.927Z 'Woke' military academies targeted in new blueprint for sweeping warfighting overhaul FIRST ON FOX: A conservative organization is calling for a sweeping overhaul of America's service academies and war colleges, arguing the institutions have drifted too far toward civilian academia and urging Congress to permanently enshrine the Trump administration's military education reforms into law. The 12-page blueprint, obtained by Fox News Digital, was drafted by Restoration of America, a conservative advocacy organization that promotes right-leaning public policy proposals and political engagement, and proposes reshaping admissions, curriculum, faculty and governance around a single objective: preparing officers to "win the nation's wars" by returning military education to what its authors describe as a warfighting-first mission. "The expectation is that they're generating warfighters, not philosophers and future bureaucrats," Restoration of America founder Doug Truax, a West Point graduate, told Fox News Digital. "We pay a lot for these academies... and the expectation is that they're generating warfighters."  COAST GUARD ENDING RACE-BASED ADMISSIONS FOR OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAM UNDER TRUMP DEI CRACKDOWN A Pentagon review already has led to changes at the academies. West Point disbanded a dozen cadet clubs centered on race, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation to comply with the administration's anti-diversity, equity and inclusion directives. During a March 26, 2025, Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, the service academy superintendents testified that West Point had eliminated two elective courses — "Race, Ethnicity and Nation" and "Power and Difference" — while the Naval Academy canceled two courses, "Gender Matters" and "Gender Sexuality Studies," and modified 18 others as part of a Pentagon-directed review of diversity-related curriculum. But Truax argues those changes should not end with executive action. "We have to take our opportunity when we have power to put this into law," Truax said. "Otherwise, we'll look back and be like, well, we had that one little moment where it was getting better, but now we're right back where we were." SENATE DEMS DRAW RARE LINE AGAINST MUST-PASS PENTAGON BILL Truax said the foundation is sharing the blueprint with lawmakers and administration officials in hopes Congress ultimately will codify many of the recommendations through legislation. He said executive orders can be reversed by future administrations, making statutory changes the only way to ensure the reforms endure. The blueprint is organized around four pillars — admissions, curriculum, faculty and governance — and proposes some of the most sweeping changes to military education advanced by conservatives since President Donald Trump returned to office. Among its recommendations, the paper calls for permanently banning consideration of race, ethnicity and sex in admissions decisions, requiring at least 75% of coursework to focus directly on military competencies and warfighting, replacing most civilian professors with active-duty or retired military officers and abolishing tenure at military educational institutions. LIBERAL FACULTY STILL HUGELY OUTNUMBER CONSERVATIVES IN HIGHER EDUCATION: REPORT It also recommends ending academy participation in the Rhodes Scholarship program, arguing the military's top young officers should spend their formative years leading troops rather than pursuing prestigious overseas academic fellowships, along with eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion offices and restructuring academy oversight boards. Truax argued the nation's military academies gradually adopted the culture and priorities of civilian universities during the Obama and Biden administrations, shifting attention away from preparing officers for combat. Critics of similar proposals argue senior military education exists to prepare future generals and admirals for strategic leadership rather than tactical command. In a March essay published by War on the Rocks, retired Army officer Bradford Duplessis argued "the cult of lethality approach, characterized by its focus on tactical warfighting at the expense of strategic study, will not produce senior military leaders with the necessary skills and attributes to effectively lead in today’s complex environment." "The removal of civilian faculty from the war colleges would result in brain drain in vital areas where military officers possess little to no experience or education," he wrote. Duplessis argued senior officers "must understand the responsibilities of their future bosses" and said strategic leadership requires an understanding of diplomacy, politics and other instruments of national power in addition to military force. Truax rejected that argument, saying he believes the officer corps has spent too much time learning to think like "politicians, State Department employees and military contractors" instead of warriors — a theme echoed throughout the blueprint. While Truax praised Hegseth for taking what he called "a number of steps in the right direction," he argued executive action alone is insufficient. "There's been a number of steps in the right direction," Truax said. "However, here's the main problem. A lot of this has been done by executive order." "Woke did not go anywhere," he added. "It's just in hiding right now." Fox News Digital has reached out to the Department of War and all three military service academies for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a593611a12eaf174af82210 Mamdani ripped over 'freak show' press conference where eviction was declared a form of 'violence' te 2026-07-16T19:50:41.476Z Mamdani ripped over 'freak show' press conference where eviction was declared a form of 'violence' New York City socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism online over a press conference where a local housing advocate claimed evictions are a form of "violence" as the mayor stood behind her. "Our city is turning the corner on tenant power. When we organize, we win results. The Mamdani administration is emboldening us so we no longer tolerate the violence of evictions as a matter of business as usual," Antonia Marrero, a member of the Housing Organizers for People Empowerment (HOPE) Tenant Union, said during a press conference on Thursday. Mamdani, who has faced heavy criticism over the past year for his housing policies, was quickly blasted by conservatives and political commentators in general on social media over the comment. "This looks like a scene out of a Batman movie," Heritage Foundation senior fellow Mike Gonzalez posted on X. MAMDANI SPARKS FIERCE BACKLASH FOR WORLD CUP STUNT 'PALLING AROUND' WITH RIKERS ISLAND CONVICTS "Theater of the absurd," Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis posted on X. "Look at Mamdani's face in the back," the conservative influencer account End Wokeness posted on X, referencing Mamdani’s grin as the woman was speaking. "Impossible to describe how much damage Fauci and the CDC lying to everyone about the efficacy of masks caused," Outkick writer Ian Miller posted on X. "Even Mamdani had to dial up the fake smile to 11 to hide how ridiculous this all is." "Is theft from the property owner violence?" investor Rick Rule posted on X. "This is the game Mamdani is playing," Red State writer Bonchie posted on X. "He ‘freezes’ rent, which means some landlords can’t afford to do repairs or keep renters, and then people get evicted. Then he weaponizes that anger in his favor. The end goal is confiscation. Manipulative and sick." SOCIAL MEDIA ERUPTS AFTER MAMDANI'S FAR-LEFT SUPPORTERS TURN ON HIM OVER HOMELESS SHELTER: 'OOPS' "The mole people are taking over," The Breckinridge County Republican Party in Kansas posted on X. "The grinning Mamdani in the background makes it all look like some creepy scene in a horror movie," conservative radio host Mike Gallagher posted on X. "How is this real," conservative commentator Graham Allen posted on X. "I always wondered how the pigeon lady from Home Alone 2 came out of the pandemic," GOP strategist Matt Whitlock posted on X. "Freak show," Neighbors Together Oakland founder Seneca Scott posted on X. "Mamdani is just trolling at this point," political commentator Link Lauren posted on X. "He wants press and attention. The outrage fuels him. Even he’s laughing in the back." Fox News Digital reached out to Mamdani's office and the parent organization of HOPE for comment. Thursday's event highlighted Mamdani releasing a "Rental Ripoff Report," which makes the case that residents in the nation's largest city are paying too much rent while not receiving enough in return and offering up 23 proposals to remedy that issue. "At Rental Ripoff Hearings across the five boroughs, we heard from thousands of New Yorkers living with mold that was never treated, pests that were never addressed and fees that were never explained. Listening was only the first step," Mamdani said in a press release. "This report turns those stories into concrete action. From requiring disclosure of AI-altered listings to bringing our code enforcement systems into the 21st century and finally recognizing tenant unions, we are making it clear that every New Yorker deserves a safe home – and every landlord who refuses to provide one will be held accountable." Earlier this week, Mamdani faced renewed criticism over housing affordability as rents in Manhattan and Brooklyn hit record highs, with conservative commentators arguing that immigration-driven demand is adding pressure to an already tight rental market that the mayor campaigned to ease. Mamdani campaigned on addressing New York City’s housing crisis by freezing increases for rent-stabilized tenants, building 200,000 new affordable homes and expanding tenant protections. Since taking office, he has successfully frozen rents on rent-stabilized leases, released a housing plan aimed at building and preserving 400,000 affordable homes and moved to expand rental vouchers. Critics argue that rent freezes will lead to increased prices for everyone else and disincentivize property owners from doing more than the bare minimum to maintain units that they aren’t being paid market rate to rent. Fox News Digital's Robert Schmad contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5933dfa12eaf174af821c2 Maricopa County adopts prediction market ban for employees te 2026-07-16T19:41:19.669Z Maricopa County adopts prediction market ban for employees Key Points: The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution that prohibits county employees from insider trading on prediction marketplaces. The policy follows an executive order signed by Gov. Katie Hobbs banning state-level employees from doing the same thing. Other government agencies are considering similar measures, including the Arizona legislature, the attorney general’s office and the secretary of state’s office. The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted this week to adopt a policy prohibiting county employees from using insider government information in prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket. This comes as a growing number of government agencies adopt similar policies to prevent employees from cashing in by using nonpublic data. County Supervisor Thomas Galvin, a Republican, helped draft the resolution with the board’s Republican Chair, Kate Brophy McGee.  Galvin said in an interview with the Arizona Capitol Times that he wanted to ensure the policy was enacted before the state’s primary election to let Arizonans know the county was being proactive in implementing election integrity measures.  The prohibition is primarily intended to prevent county employees from betting on elections, given that election-night data is available to them before election results are publicly posted.  Galvin said there is a brief window in which county workers could place a bet on their cell phones before results are posted, but he emphasized the window is so short that he’s not sure anyone could realistically do it without getting caught.  “You’re probably too busy at that moment, and if you have a prediction market app open on your other phone, then you’ve got a lot of bigger problems,” Galvin said. County officials said during the board’s Wednesday meeting that they’re not aware of any employees who have profited off prediction markets with insider information. Any employee determined to engage in such conduct following the resolution will likely be fired, Galvin said.  “This is to give our residents and constituents peace of mind that not only is it very unlikely to occur, but we want to make sure that people know we’re preventing our employees from doing it,” Galvin said.  Employees could place bets in other areas related to county government. Court outcomes or emergency weather activations have potential for inside information to be misused. There are about 13,000 employees working for Maricopa County, but the board’s resolution doesn’t apply to employees in other elected offices, since personnel decisions are vested in the officeholder.  The Maricopa County Recorder’s office did not respond to a request for comment from the Arizona Capitol Times before Thursday afternoon.  Gov. Katie Hobbs signed an executive order on July 9 that keeps executive branch employees from using nonpublic information to profit on prediction markets.  She urged other agencies to follow her example after the federal indictment of U.S. Army soldier Gannon Van Dyke, who allegedly made more than $400,000 trading on Polymarket using classified information about military operations.  “Arizonans deserve a state government that works for them, not one where insiders exploit public service for their own gain,” Hobbs said in a statement. “I’m proud to set clear, commonsense ethical standards on prediction markets to hold our government accountable. Public service is a privilege, and we will not tolerate anybody abusing that privilege to line their own pockets.” Some state agencies, such as the Secretary of State and Attorney General’s offices, are now reviewing the executive order and considering issuing guidance akin to the governor’s. Others point to existing internal ethics policies that already address the issue.     Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Ann Timmer recently confirmed that ethical standards and policies prevent judicial officers and employees from participating in prediction markets.  As a general rule under the Code of Judicial Administration, anyone working for state courts must “uphold and promote the independence, integrity, and impartiality of the judiciary and shall avoid impropriety and the appearance of impropriety.”  But in more specific terms, judicial officers and employees are barred from using their position for personal gain, special privileges or exemptions, with a clear provision prohibiting the sharing or use of information that’s unavailable to the public for “personal gain or advantage or for any purpose unrelated to court duties.”  Galvin said Maricopa County is the first major county in the nation to adopt a policy like the governor’s executive order. He drafted the resolution after learning that several private companies prohibit their employees from using insider information in prediction marketplaces, including Kalshi itself.  “Kalshi already bans insider trading and imposes penalties for violations,” said Kalshi spokeswoman Jacki McGavick in a statement to the Arizona Capitol Times. “Formalizing this and making it an industry standard across all prediction markets is a welcome measure. Senate President Warren Petersen, R-Gilbert, said legislative leaders are also interested in adopting a similar policy next session.  Arizona Capitol Times Education and Courts Reporter Kiera Riley contributed reporting to this article. The post Maricopa County adopts prediction market ban for employees first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5933cba12eaf174af8219d WNBA postpones game between Wings and Liberty due to mechanical issues with plane te 2026-07-16T19:40:59.698Z WNBA postpones game between Wings and Liberty due to mechanical issues with plane Planes, trains and automobiles, none of which were capable of getting the New York Liberty to Texas on time. The Liberty were scheduled to play the Dallas Wings at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, but the game was postponed. The WNBA said the game was postponed due to travel delays caused by mechanical issues with the Liberty's charter flight. The game is being rescheduled for Monday, July 20, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET, and the WNBA said the Wings will honor all tickets purchased for the original game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Liberty player Pauline Astier aired out her frustrations about the plane to her Instagram Story on Wednesday night. "10h après toujours sur le tamarac," she wrote, which translates to, "10 hours later, still on the tarmac." According to the New York Post, the Liberty switched planes once before eventually deplaning around 12:30 a.m. ET. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! New York City dealt with thunderstorms throughout Wednesday afternoon. With the travel delays, the Liberty canceled their shootaround on Thursday. The Liberty are fourth in the Eastern Conference at 13-11. However, they have struggled of late, having lost seven of their last 10 games, including each of their last three. With the schedule change due to the plane issues, the Liberty will be playing three games in a span of five days in three different cities. They play the Indiana Fever on Saturday on the road, the Wings on the road on Monday, and the Chicago Sky back in New York on Wednesday. The Wings are 16-8 on the season and have won five straight. The schedule change for them means they are playing three games in a span of four days. The Wings play the Los Angeles Sparks at home on Sunday before hosting the Liberty on Monday. They then travel to play the Portland Fire on Wednesday. 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/6a5933b8a12eaf174af82194 Schumer dodges questions after bombshell report alleges Dem senator had relationships with House staffers te 2026-07-16T19:40:40.304Z Schumer dodges questions after bombshell report alleges Dem senator had relationships with House staffers Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., declined to weigh in on the latest scandal to hit a member of his party, instead focusing on his planned diatribe against President Donald Trump’s prime-time address Thursday. The New York Post reported that Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., engaged in sexual relationships with at least two Democratic House staffers who did not work for him while he was a member of the House. According to House rules, members are not barred from having relationships with staffers who work outside their office. Sources told the outlet that it was believed the relationships happened while the lawmaker was unmarried. ETHICS PANEL CLEARS GALLEGO AS LUNA DECLARES, 'ONCE A CREEP, ALWAYS A CREEP' When asked to weigh in on the latest scandal involving Gallego, Schumer tapped his planned speech railing against Trump’s scheduled address on foreign interference in the 2020 election Thursday night, and told Fox News Digital, "I’m not — I’m focused on this right now." It’s the latest bad headline to hit Gallego, who has been in the conversation for a 2028 presidential bid. The Post reported that Gallego admitted to the two relationships, which were both with aides to Texas Democrats. When asked by reporters about the allegations, Gallego said, "I’m not going to engage in gossip." 'DISTURBING' ALLEGATIONS AGAINST UNNAMED SENATOR UNDER REVIEW IN WAKE OF SCANDALS ROCKING CONGRESS Gallego's office did not immediately return a request for comment. The report comes as Gallego has come under scrutiny for his relationship with former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who resigned from the House earlier this year after being accused by several women of sexual assault, rape and harassment. Swalwell has vehemently denied the allegations. Gallego moved to quickly put distance between himself and Swalwell and argued that his tight-knit relationship "clouded my judgment," regarding rumors that swirled about the ex-lawmaker for years in Washington, D.C. He also reportedly hired former President Joe Biden’s former deputy press secretary to handle crisis communications in the ensuing fallout from Swalwell and a now-dismissed Senate Ethics probe. SENATOR GALLEGO SAYS LONGTIME FRIENDSHIP WITH SWALWELL 'CLOUDED MY JUDGMENT' AS RUMORS SWIRLED IN DC That probe, which centered on a complaint from Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., that alleged Gallego committed sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations, was tossed out by the Senate Ethics Committee last month. Gallego said in a statement at the time that the Ethics Committee’s decision "reaffirms what I have said about these accusations from the beginning: they were right-wing conspiracies peddled by far-right activists like Anna Paulina Luna, the White House and their allies." Luna quickly weighed in on the latest allegation, charging on X, "‘Conspiracy theories,’ right, [Sen. Ruben Gallego]?" "Time to resign. Glad people are going on record about this creep," she said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59319fa12eaf174af82147 Married officer off force after her on-duty affair exposed, woman slept with future son-in-law & three loves te 2026-07-16T19:31:43.111Z Married officer off force after her on-duty affair exposed, woman slept with future son-in-law & three loves Buckle up, or strap in, or whatever you normally do each Thursday because we have a roller-coaster of True Romance this week. Carmen Electra is handing out threesome advice, a married cop is off the force after an on-duty affair with another officer, a bizarre story of a woman sleeping with her future son-in-law requires an investigation of its own. It's a full slate. We have another song this week, which, with your help, could become part of what we do around here. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! First up, and before we start getting too deep into it, is Carmen Electra. She made her return to Playboy after 30 years as an advisor and was asked various questions, one of which happened to be from a guy in his early 50s with 28 years of marriage under his belt. The kids are out of the house and now is the time to ask his wife for a threesome. The problem is he doesn’t know how to ask. Here's Carmen's answer: "That’s a tricky question. I mean, has your wife ever kissed another woman? Do you see her flirting with women? Is she comfortable around other women?" She continued, "If she is, then maybe you could kind of ask her, but if you do decide to ask her, I would do it like this: 'You’re my queen, and everything you say goes in the bedroom, so if we bring someone else into the picture, we’re going to be all about you.' Because you don’t want your wife to ever feel like you’re more into the other person—that’s going to be a disaster, so you’ve got to make her the queen of it. You guys have to pleasure her and make her feel like it’s all about her, and then she’ll be cool with it." Best of luck to him as he works up the nerve to use Carmen Electra's advice. Let's get into the rest of the romance this week. Go follow True Romance on Twitter and Facebook. Send your emails here: sean.joseph@outkick.com (anonymously if you prefer). CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK CULTURE COVERAGE Almost four years ago now, officer Lisa Vidrios and her husband were making headlines for being the first married couple to graduate together from the Metro Police Academy. It was at that time, she said, while representing the graduating class, "I came here to Nashville with my family, and my husband included, who is also now a member of the Metro Police Department with me. We have three children together — ages 6, 4, and 1 years old — and we love spending time as a family and doing everything we can throughout the city of Nashville." Fast-forward to this week and Lisa Vidrios is making headlines for resigning from the Metro Nashville Police Department force after she admitted to "serious departmental violations, including conduct unbecoming an officer," reports WKRN. This reported admission comes as the result of an investigation into "inappropriate sexual activity while on duty." An added element to the story is the fact that these unapproved activities weren't with her husband. According to an investigative summary from the Office of Professional Accountability, a complaint was submitted against Vidrios and an unnamed 18-year veteran officer back on May 26, 2025. The two, according to the investigative report, had sex on duty in a MNPD vehicle and in the middle school where Vidrios was a school resource officer. This affair, reports WKRN, began between the 37-year-old married mom and the veteran officer of almost two decades in May 2025. The two reportedly had multiple sexual encounters during this time. Some of them were recorded, and the report states that Vidrios' phone contains video of the two having sex in her school resource officer's office at the middle school. Staff can be heard talking outside the door and Vidrios admitted in a written statement that "kids were inside the building during this time." There was also video, according to the OPA's report, of the two having sex in the male officer's police vehicle, which Vidrios said happened twice. FORMER PRISON GUARD WHO HAD SEX TAPE WITH INMATE GO VIRAL IS FILLED WITH REGRET & NOW FOCUSING ON BEING A MOM The Office of Professional Accountability hasn't been able to interview the 18-year veteran of the force because he filed for an injury-on-duty pension that was approved earlier this year and prevented an interview from taking place. As for Vidrios, she agreed to a settlement for the violations of MNPD policy. She served a 30-day suspension then resigned from the force. This just goes to show you how quickly you can be led down a much different path when you let romance lead the way. It's a classic tale of the heart overpowering the mind and better judgment. This isn’t the first time this has taken an officer in uniform off course, and it won't be the last. Nobody planned for one half of the first married couple to graduate from the academy together to end up off the force in less than five years due to an affair. It played out that way anyway. Sometimes all you can do is wish them luck. I have a feeling she'll be just fine. Follow True Romance on Twitter and Facebook. After we somehow managed to stick the landing on the officer affair, we're going to attempt to do so again with a woman who says she slept with her future son-in-law. I'm not making any guarantees that we'll pull it off. This one is admittedly a touch on the more bizarre side. She's a married 55-year-old mom who has embraced the swinging lifestyle for the last 15 years. Neither Amanda's husband nor her daughter had an issue with this "hot romp," as the Daily Star so eloquently referred to it as. "The idea was his," she said of the hot romp with her future son-in-law. "We all have fantasies and part of the lifestyle is experiencing those. The situation made the sex even hotter." What did her daughter think of the entire thing? According to Amanda, she was on board with it. Why wouldn't she be? She said, "Everything in the lifestyle is about consent, so she (his partner) was completely on board and enjoyed the outcome." Sure she was. If you can't have a hot romp with mom, are you really the one? Most people skip this part and maybe that's why the divorce rate is so high. Who am I to say? I'm not an expert on the matter. I'll leave that up to others to decide. What I do know is there's no chance he doesn't become her son-in-law now. The real question is, can he make it last with the daughter? We've got another song to get to this week, so I'm not going to go into a big introduction about the married boss hooking up with your coworker here. Here are some stories and what to look for in your own workplace. Step one: take your head out of the sand. Take it away Reddit: - Deep in the Heart of Texas writes: Sean, With last week’s column that ended with the "logical choice" discussion and follow up this week by MP from Staunton, Virginia with that Huey Lewis "Stuck with You" video . . . I recommend considering the "Three Loves Theory" which is summed up well by Google AI: The three people you date, according to this framework, serve the following purposes: 1. The Idealistic Love (Fairy Tale) 2. The Hard Love (The Lesson) 3. The Grounded Love (The Unexpected One) I would summarize the three as "Passion, Pain, and Peace". Do our OutKick friends agree? Can you remember the three that fall into these categories? Did you marry the right one? Another song along the same logical choice lines, "Escape" (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes SeanJo Someone gets what we're doing here every week. Thanks for sending this my way. Is there a chance that you can experience all three with the same person? Also, I'm starting to get into the idea of a weekly song. Including one with your email was a nice touch. ------------- That's all I have this week. Feel free to reach out, anonymously if you prefer, at sean.joseph@outkick.com. Send me whatever you want, including a song for next week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59318ba12eaf174af8213e Travel basketball parents cry foul as Ohio tournament admission price hits a shocking new high te 2026-07-16T19:31:23.653Z Travel basketball parents cry foul as Ohio tournament admission price hits a shocking new high AAU basketball parents who are used to paying exorbitant fees to watch their kids play in tournaments got a surprise over the weekend in Ohio. The game has officially changed. Basketball dad Kevin Brandt of Leipsic, OH, is used to paying admission prices that are more than attending NBA games. He's not naive to the big business of AAU basketball, or what he and his wife signed up for. Their daughter is playing on one of the top travel teams in the Midwest. But, what he experienced at the Spooky Nook complex in Hamilton left him scratching his head. JOSH HART CALLS FINALS TICKET PRICES AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN 'RIDICULOUS' AS FANS PRICED OUT BEFORE GAME 3 "Just got home from watching my daughter play in AAU Tournament, Select Showcase. $260 for my wife and I to watch her play this weekend. $260 to get in. Someone HAS to feel a little guilty about this, don’t they?!" Brandt wrote of his family's weekend experience at Spooky Nook. Wasn't there a weekend pass? Typically, these tournaments will offer a $70-$90 all-you-can-attend pass. Brandt says that was not the case in Hamilton. The family was told that it would have to pay admission prices for two different tournaments being held at the same complex. One tournament was called the Select Events Super Showcase. That was followed by another Select Events tournament called the Midwest Summer Classic. Same location. Same tournament organizer. "They told us it was (two) 'separate' events. Paid $120 for each event. Then $5 a day for parking," Brandt explained. "We stayed one night but drove two and half hours back and forth every other day because every hotel was $300+ around the area. One of our sons and his girlfriend came for one day… so add $60!" OutKick reached out to Spooky Nook senior management in an attempt to clarify who is setting admission prices and parking fees, or if the company suggests pricing levels for events at its facilities. We have not heard back. Where is this all going? That is the prevailing concern among AAU parents. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS AAU travel mom Mookie Edmond knows exactly what Brandt and others are feeling. She documented her family's weekend trip to a tournament in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Unlike the Ohio tournament, this one offered a weekend pass for the low, low cost of $90. Edmond isn't looking for your sympathy. "At the end of the day, we are going to invest in our child," she said on a Facebook video where she addressed the costs to play at the highest level of AAU. "We're going to do whatever we have to do to get him to that next level," she added. However, after dropping just shy of $1,500 on hotels, admission, gas, food and extracurriculars, Edmond is left with scar tissue. "I’m over here scratching my head like do I really wanna run it back this weekend," she told her friends on Facebook. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59314ea12eaf174af8210b Warnock and Ossoff, Georgia’s Senators, Ridicule Trump’s Election Fraud Claims te 2026-07-16T19:30:22.732Z Warnock and Ossoff, Georgia’s Senators, Ridicule Trump’s Election Fraud Claims Senators in both parties say the state’s 2020 Senate election is a long settled issue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592f7ea12eaf174af820d0 Resource rich nation praises US ties amid Washington-Beijing critical minerals race te 2026-07-16T19:22:38.968Z Resource rich nation praises US ties amid Washington-Beijing critical minerals race UNITED NATIONS — The Democratic Republic of Congo does not view growing American involvement in its critical-minerals industry as a contest with China, the country’s foreign minister told Fox News Digital, arguing that Kinshasa needs multiple partners to transform its vast natural wealth into prosperity for its people. "I don’t like talking about competition. I like talking about complementarity," Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner said in an exclusive interview at the United Nations. CHINA’S GRIP ON RARE-EARTH MAGNETS COULD CRUSH US DRONE INDUSTRY BEFORE IT GROWS "A country as big as the USA, but also a country as big as the DRC and as big as China, they do not develop just with one single partner," she added. "They develop with different partnerships that respond to different needs and that bring different expertise to the table." The comments come as the Trump administration seeks to increase American access to Congo’s copper, cobalt, lithium, gold and other strategic resources, while reducing U.S. reliance on mineral supply chains dominated by China. A strategic partnership signed by Washington and Kinshasa on Dec. 4, 2025, calls for increased economic cooperation, investment and the development of secure and transparent critical-mineral supply chains. The agreement accompanied a broader regional framework linking economic integration to efforts to end decades of conflict between Congo and Rwanda. TRUMP ADMIN BACKS BOLIVIA STATE OF EMERGENCY AS LEFTIST EX-LEADER'S LOYALISTS FRACTURE NATION A separate arrangement involving DR Congo’s state mining company Gécamines and commodities trader Mercuria could give U.S. buyers priority access to some copper and cobalt supplies, Reuters reported on Dec. 5, 2025. The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation also expressed interest in taking a strategic stake in the partnership. Kayikwamba Wagner said relations between the U.S. and DR Congo were taking "a more concrete shape" based on mutual economic interests. She said Kinshasa welcomed "more U.S. interests in the DRC" that could help the country turn its mineral wealth into "tangible transformations for the lives of Congolese," while also delivering benefits to American partners. Speaking separately at a high-level U.N. meeting on critical minerals Tuesday, Kayikwamba Wagner warned that the global shift toward clean energy must not reproduce an economic model in which raw materials leave Africa while processing, technology and most of the profits remain elsewhere. "The global energy transition must not become another extractive transition," she said. "If it merely replaces one form of dependency with another, it will have fallen short of its promise." She called for foreign partnerships to support local processing, infrastructure, technology transfers, research, industrialization and access to financing — not simply secure supplies of raw materials. CHILL COMING FROM TRUMP’S SUMMIT WITH XI IS PROOF OF A NEW COLD WAR WITH CHINA The minerals push is closely connected to the U.S.-mediated peace process between the DRC and Rwanda. The countries initially signed a peace agreement in Washington on June 27, 2025, before Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame reaffirmed the deal and signed related economic agreements on Dec. 4. The framework was intended both to reduce fighting and attract Western investment to a region rich in cobalt, copper, tantalum and other minerals. Kayikwamba Wagner acknowledged that the agreement had not ended the violence, but said Washington’s willingness to impose consequences for violations showed that the process remained meaningful. "This is a 30-year conflict we’re dealing with," she said. "It’s not going to happen overnight." She praised the administration for sanctioning the Rwanda Defense Force and senior Rwandan officials over what the Treasury Department described as their support for the M23 rebel group. Treasury said in March that the RDF had supported, trained and fought alongside M23 as it seized territory and strategic mining locations in eastern Congo. Rwanda has repeatedly denied supporting M23. "I find it encouraging to see that we have with us a partner that is not willing to give up at the first obstacle," Kayikwamba Wagner said. She was in New York as the DRC, which holds the Security Council presidency for July, elevated the connection between natural resources, armed conflict and sexual violence. Kayikwamba Wagner said rape and other forms of conflict-related sexual violence had risen sharply in areas held by M23 and Rwandan forces, affecting women and girls as well as men and boys. Victims in occupied areas, she said, often lack access to courts, healthcare or other avenues for redress. "This is also one of the reasons why we continue to be mobilized against this illegal occupation of eastern DRC," she said, arguing that restoring state authority was essential to providing survivors with justice and medical care. In her U.N. remarks, she cited the Rubaya mining area, which is under M23 control and supplies a significant share of global tantalum demand. She said U.N. experts estimated that at least 1,400 tons of coltan were smuggled into Rwanda during the first year after the mines were seized, generating approximately $800,000 per month for the armed group. The Treasury department imposed additional sanctions on June 25 against a network it accused of working with M23 to smuggle minerals from eastern Congo into Rwanda, saying the action was intended to support the Washington peace framework and improve transparency in regional mineral supply chains. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592f6ba12eaf174af820c7 ICE resumes nationwide traffic stops under new policy requiring body cameras te 2026-07-16T19:22:19.505Z ICE resumes nationwide traffic stops under new policy requiring body cameras ICE officers across the country have been told they can resume traffic stops under new guidance issued Thursday, but only if at least one officer involved is wearing a body camera, ICE sources tell Fox News. The new directive means officers without access to body cameras are not authorized to conduct traffic stops. Body cameras have not yet been deployed to every ICE field office after the rollout began in the agency's largest cities. The policy is expected to continue limiting the number of ICE traffic stops that can be conducted nationwide until the rollout is complete, a process sources say is expected to take roughly two more months. "ICE will ensure each arrest team has an individual wearing a body camera," a DHS spokesperson said in a statement to Fox News. "Ensuring all of our ICE law enforcement officers have body cameras nationwide is a top priority for DHS — especially given the increase in attacks against our law enforcement, including a more than 1,300% increase in assaults against them and a 3,300% increase in vehicle attacks.  "This is especially needed because the media and sanctuary politicians consistently spread smears about our law enforcement." ICE ARRESTS RECORD 238 ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS IN ONE DAY DURING SOUTH TEXAS ENFORCEMENT OPERATION The spokesperson added, "the process of purchasing and issuing body-worn cameras to all of our ICE field offices was interrupted by the Democrats multiple government shutdowns. Body cameras have been deployed to more than half the field offices with the remaining half expected to receive them in less than 60 days." CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP The guidance marks the latest operational change for ICE as the agency expands its use of body cameras while resuming a key immigration enforcement tactic under President Donald Trump's second administration. This is a developing story; check back later for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592f58a12eaf174af820be James Talarico admits Democrats took ‘border for granted’ under Biden te 2026-07-16T19:22:00.060Z James Talarico admits Democrats took ‘border for granted’ under Biden Texas state Rep. James Talarico said Thursday that the Democratic Party "took the border for granted" during the Biden administration as he faced questions about his views on border security. Talarico, who is running against Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton for a Texas Senate seat in the November midterm elections, was asked by MS NOW host Joe Scarborough, "So you would agree that Democrats made a big mistake in 2021, '22, '23, not focusing enough on border security, right?" "Absolutely," Talarico said. "And I’ve called out President Biden and his administration for failing to secure our southern border. I remember talking to my colleagues in the state house who represent border communities, and they were telling me about the utter chaos along our southern border. And that’s unacceptable. We need to be about making government work for people. And this was a prime example of government not working for any of us." OPEN BORDERS WERE INSANE, BUT POLITICIANS DIDN’T CARE. FAMILIES LIKE MINE PAID THE PRICE Scarborough asked Talarico if there were enough Democrats who understood what a "horrible" mistake it was. "When you look at the 2024 election results, and you see all of those counties along the border all going red, or almost all of them going red, do you think Democrats nationwide understand what you understand, that open borders is — is no solution? In fact, it is a disaster, not only politically, but a disaster for the communities, Hispanic communities along that border," the host said. Talarico said border towns in Texas meant a lot to him and to his family, and that Democrats took advantage of them. "National Democrats took the border for granted. We stopped showing up there. And that’s why people along the southern border — it’s why people in south Texas started looking for alternatives. Republicans came to town and made big promises about, you know, common sense immigration approach, lowering people’s costs. But just a year into this administration, those promises haven’t been kept," Talarico said. GOP ZEROES IN ON SOUTH TEXAS DEM WHO URGED TRUMP TO 'ALLOW PEOPLE TO CROSS FREELY' Talarico was critical of the Trump administration's policy, and described it as "extremism." "We’ve seen this crazy, useless border wall through Big Bend being proposed when you already have a wall made by God with cliffs and mountain ranges much better than anything humans could build," he said.   "And then you’ve also seen costs skyrocketing for people along the border," Talarico continued. "You’ve seen these tariffs start to hurt small businesses in the region. So folks are feeling really disillusioned. They feel like they’ve been let down by both political parties. And it’s why we’re showing up." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Talarico defeated Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the primary for the Senate seat earlier this year.  Crockett said during a recent appearance at the Essence Festival that she didn't need to campaign alongside Talarico, arguing the best thing she could do is boost down-ballot candidates.  She also claimed the primary race was "racist."  "You see, a lot of haters got a lot of things to say about me and my race and how I ran it," Crockett said. "But the reality is that there was a lot of racist — not a lot, it was racist. It was a racist race. It is what it is, right?" "But we live in America as y'all are celebrating 250," she continued. "OK? We know what this country is. But let me tell you the facts. There is no race that turned out more people to vote ever in the state of Texas except for Barack [Obama] and Hillary [Clinton]." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592f44a12eaf174af820b5 Sen Eric Schmitt seeks to end birth tourism, revoke citizenship for babies of foreign diplomats te 2026-07-16T19:21:40.594Z Sen Eric Schmitt seeks to end birth tourism, revoke citizenship for babies of foreign diplomats The Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to clarify "birthright citizenship," but a Republican senator is taking up the mantle of Congress to rework the 14th Amendment, while calling for the Trump administration to revoke citizenship of babies born to foreign diplomats. "The 14th Amendment confers American citizenship upon persons born in the United States while ‘subject to the jurisdiction thereof,’" Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., wrote in a letter Thursday to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. "For more than a century, statutory law, judicial precedent, and executive-branch policy have recognized that foreign diplomats’ children born in the United States are not ‘subject to [its] jurisdiction’ and therefore do not acquire citizenship at birth. "Indeed, even though the majority in Trump v. Barbara wrongfully expanded birthright citizenship to cover the children of illegal aliens and temporarily present aliens, it too recognized that the children of diplomats do not acquire birthright citizenship."  'IT'S INSANE': GOP SENATOR SAYS SUPREME COURT BIRTHRIGHT RULING HANDS CHINA A CITIZENSHIP LOOPHOLE Schmitt's letter requests the State Department and DHS investigate "illegal grants of citizenship documentation to foreign diplomats’ children, implement policies and procedures to prevent it from occurring in the future, identify the individuals who have illegally procured citizenship documentation in this manner, and revoke those individuals’ illegally procured citizenship documentation." The demand comes two days after Schmitt introduced the American Citizenship Act, legislation that would limit birthright citizenship to children of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. "SCOTUS got birthright citizenship dangerously wrong," Schmitt wrote on X. "I'm filing the American Citizenship Act to start the process of restoring the 14th Amendment's original meaning. "My bill restores the original understanding to prevent birthright citizenship for illegal aliens and tourists." TRUMP BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP FIGHT COMES ROARING BACK WITH ‘INVADERS’ PLAY AFTER KAVANAUGH ROADMAP The Supreme Court ruled June 30 in Trump v. Barbara that children born in the U.S. to parents who are unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause. The decision blocked Trump’s executive order seeking to deny citizenship to those children. Schmitt’s bill is aimed at reopening the fight through Congress. "American citizenship is sacred — our nation, and its people, are bound together by the values and freedoms our forefathers fought a revolution to secure," Schmitt wrote in a statement Tuesday, when he introduced the American Citizenship Act. "But the Supreme Court’s erroneous interpretation of the 14th Amendment last month degraded the meaning of that citizenship by extending it to children born to illegal or temporary aliens — including ‘birth tourists’ — who come to our country in violation of our laws.  "That is an egregious departure from the original meaning of the 14th Amendment." TRUMP’S SCOTUS PREDICTION TAKES ON NEW WEIGHT AHEAD OF BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP RULING The Thursday letter focuses on a narrower category: children of foreign diplomats. Federal policy has long treated children born in the U.S. to accredited foreign diplomatic officers as outside the 14th Amendment’s birthright citizenship guarantee because their parents are not fully subject to U.S. jurisdiction. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) says such children do not acquire citizenship at birth, though they may register for lawful permanent residence. Schmitt argued that despite the rule, foreign diplomats’ children have still been able to obtain birth certificates, Social Security numbers and other documents that can be used to claim U.S. citizenship. His letter said agencies lack adequate safeguards to flag when a newborns' parents are foreign diplomats before citizenship-related documents are issued. "Foreign diplomats’ children using improperly procured citizenship documentation to illegally claim citizenship degrades the meaning of American citizenship, undermines our sovereignty, and threatens our national security," Schmitt wrote. Schmitt urged the State Department and DHS to investigate the scope of what he called improper grants of citizenship documentation, prevent future issuance, identify those who received the documents and revoke documentation that was unlawfully obtained. His letter cited public reporting and legal scholarship to claim that potentially thousands of diplomats’ children may have received citizenship records, despite not being citizens at birth. Schmitt, who chairs the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, has made birthright citizenship a central focus after the Supreme Court decision. He previously announced plans for a constitutional amendment and led an amicus brief backing Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order. Civil liberties groups have sharply opposed efforts to restrict birthright citizenship. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which challenged Trump’s executive order, argued the 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship to children born in the U.S. and said no president can rewrite that constitutional protection. Schmitt, however, said the court’s ruling strengthened the case for congressional action. "I introduced the American Citizenship Act to restore that original meaning, challenge the Supreme Court’s decision, protect the sacred bond of American citizenship, and honor the legacy of our nation’s patriots who fought to protect what it means to be an American," Schmitt's statement concluded. "It would restart our fight in the courts for sanity in birthright citizenship. While the Supreme Court’s decision threatens to destroy American citizenship, I am fighting to defend it." The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592f31a12eaf174af820ac Claude Lemieux 'acknowledged' relapse after 12 years sober to concerned family hours before death: report te 2026-07-16T19:21:21.138Z Claude Lemieux 'acknowledged' relapse after 12 years sober to concerned family hours before death: report This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Claude Lemieux allegedly admitted to relapsing after 12 years of sobriety the night before he died by suicide, according to an incident report obtained by TMZ Sports. The report stated that Lemieux's family had noticed a change in his behavior over the past year, leaving his wife, Deborah, to confront him. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM After he allegedly "acknowledged" that he had relapsed, Deborah told him to leave the home at 10:30 p.m. ET, according to the outlet. He then was found hanging in the family's furniture store roughly five hours later by his son, Brendan. Deborah had called Brendan after confronting her husband, and Brendan came to the residence to discuss how they could support Lemieux. Brendan then checked his father's location and saw he was at the business - he then drove there, spotted his father's Ford truck in the parking lot and removed a firearm he knew Claude kept in the glove box due to the "emotional aspect of the situation." The report also said a message was found on Lemieux's phone. Fox News Digital reached out to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office but did not immediately hear back. Lemieux broke into the league with the Montreal Canadiens and was part of their Stanley Cup-winning team in 1986. SHARKS STAR MACKLIN CELEBRINI JUST MADE AN IMPRESSIVE BIT OF NHL AND VIDEO GAME HISTORY He won four Stanley Cups in his career and in 1995 and 1996 became the 10th player in NHL history to win back-to-back Stanley Cups with different teams, first with the New Jersey Devils and then with the Colorado Avalanche. After the 1995 Stanley Cup Final, Lemieux was also awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy. In his postseason career, Lemieux had 158 points (80G, 78A) in 234 games played. Lemieux last played in the NHL with the San Jose Sharks and retired in 2009. In all, he appeared in 1,215 NHL games for the Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, Colorado Avalanche, Phoenix Coyotes, Dallas Stars and San Jose Sharks. He went on to become a player agent and, according to North State Journal, represented Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen. Lemieux's death came just days after he made an appearance at the Eastern Conference Finals between the Hurricanes and Canadiens. Andersen was between the pipes for the Hurricanes, while Lemieux carried the ceremonial torch into the arena for the Canadiens ahead of Game 3. OutKick's Matt Reigle and 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/6a592ef4a12eaf174af8207a Settlement Reached in Ugly Fight Over Elections in Maricopa County te 2026-07-16T19:20:20.215Z Settlement Reached in Ugly Fight Over Elections in Maricopa County A Trump ally will receive funding for a new information technology system while retaining control of voter registration and early voting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592cf2a12eaf174af8203c Home Run Derby ratings crash on Netflix, sets 20-plus-year low as questions surface about program quality te 2026-07-16T19:11:46.053Z Home Run Derby ratings crash on Netflix, sets 20-plus-year low as questions surface about program quality The Home Run Derby drew just 5.3 million viewers on Netflix on Monday, marking the event's lowest audience since 2003. The two-decade low is somewhat unusual, given that most live sporting events have posted notable year-over-year viewership gains in recent years. Still, the slumpish rating likely has more to do with Netflix than the event itself. Despite changing viewing habits, live sports continue to perform better on traditional television than on streaming platforms. NETFLIX CO-CEO CLARIFIES STREAMING GIANT’S LIVE SPORTS STRATEGY AMID NFL LINEUP EXPANSION, FEDERAL SCRUTINY The drop also isn't particularly alarming. The Home Run Derby averaged 5.73 million viewers on ESPN in 2025 and 5.45 million in 2024, meaning Netflix's first broadcast wasn't far off the event's recent baseline. The hope for major sports leagues is that the gap between streaming and linear television will continue to narrow and that, eventually, a marquee event will draw a larger audience on a streaming platform than on a traditional network. Right now, the strongest model appears to be simulcasting games across both television and streaming, whether it's NBC/Peacock, ESPN/ESPN Unlimited, or Fox/Fox One. TV NETWORKS HAVE MORE LEVERAGE OVER THE NFL AND STREAMERS THAN THE LEAGUE REALIZES Further, Netflix's sports coverage remains underwhelming. Netflix's foray into live sports has drawn widespread criticism for often feeling more like an infomercial for the company's entertainment slate than a straightforward sports broadcast. The streamer continues to feature celebrities and influencers prominently during its coverage, including Will Ferrell throughout Monday's Home Run Derby. Even longtime sports radio host Dan Patrick criticized Netflix's approach on Monday. "I'd like to think I'm at least socially aware of sporting events, but I had no idea," Patrick said. "And then all of a sudden, it's like Netflix, and then you had Will Ferrell show up, you had Bonds and Pujols, and I'm like, OK. They're trying. Netflix is trying, trying different things. Now, sometimes you can try too hard. Sometimes you can try to dress something up, and you really don't need to." Indeed. Netflix also hasn't helped itself by making former ESPN host Elle Duncan the face of its sports division. To much of the general public, Duncan is best known for reportedly questioning Sage Steele's "blackness" behind the scenes and protesting "Don't Say Gay" on the air during the NCAA tournament. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS "Who at Netflix decided we’re going to make Elle Duncan the face and voice of Netflix Sports? And how does that person still have a job? Legit they have all the money in the world and this was their pick. It’s like giving Davis Mills a $200 million contract," OutKick founder Clay Travis asked on X. "Apologies to Davis Mills. Poor guy is probably just trying to watch the home run derby in peace and just got drive by whacked by me. He’s way better at QB’ing than Duncan is at hosting TV." Suffice it to say, Netflix has work to do before it becomes a serious player in live sports. And its programming decisions aren't doing much to increase either interest or viewership. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592cdea12eaf174af82033 Famous beach now requires visitors to reserve spots weeks ahead and pay fees te 2026-07-16T19:11:26.599Z Famous beach now requires visitors to reserve spots weeks ahead and pay fees Italy's most famous beaches are becoming reservation-only destinations, leaving travelers to debate whether a day at the beach should require weeks of planning. Several of the country's most popular beaches now require visitors to reserve entry before arriving, with QR codes, daily visitor caps and admission fees replacing the traditional first-come, first-served approach, according to Fodor's Travel Guide. The changes are noticeable particularly on the island of Sardinia, where officials have introduced reservation systems to manage growing crowds and help protect some of Italy's most environmentally sensitive coastlines, Forbes reported. BRAZEN PICKPOCKETS PREY ON VULNERABLE TOURISTS AS VACATION ISLAND IS SWARMED BY MILLIONS One of the best-known examples is La Pelosa Beach, where reservations are mandatory May 15 through Oct. 15, the beach's official reservation website says. Access is limited to 1,500 visitors per day. Five hundred spots can be booked at any time during the season, while the remaining 1,000 are released two days before the selected visit date, according to the website. Visitors ages 12 and older must reserve online, pay a €3.50 (about $4) daily fee and present a QR code for entry between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. The reservation system has become so popular that advance booking availability is reportedly sold out through Sept. 15. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Another popular destination, Cala Goloritzé, also requires advance reservations from April through October.  Access is limited to 250 visitors at a time, with reservations opening 72 hours before the selected visit date. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Visitors pay a €7 (about $8) admission fee, while children under age 6 are admitted for free.  The official reservation website recommends booking as soon as spots become available, noting that reservations often fill quickly. The restrictions come as tourism continues to grow across Italy. Italy recorded a 4.2% increase in tourist arrivals and a 7.5% increase in overnight stays during the first quarter of 2026, according to data from the Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT). CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Sebastiano Venneri, a tourism official with Italy’s Legambiente environmental group, told The Times in the U.K., "Something has to be done since the number of tourists globally is jumping from one billion in 2000 to an expected two billion in 2030." The growing use of reservations has also sparked debate over whether some of Europe's most famous public beaches should require advance planning, visitor caps and entrance fees or remain freely accessible to anyone who wants to spend a day by the sea. Online, some travelers said the restrictions are simply becoming another part of planning a vacation, while others questioned whether access to public beaches is becoming increasingly limited. "Then you go to book, and it's all booked up," one Reddit user wrote. Another commenter questioned the growing restrictions. "Who benefits from this? Certainly not the customers," the person wrote. "More free beaches!" another user added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592ca1a12eaf174af81ff9 Gardening Etcetera: Handling insect pests on your roses te 2026-07-16T19:10:25.166Z Gardening Etcetera: Handling insect pests on your roses This week's edition of the Gardening Etcetera column, written for the community by certified Master Gardeners of the University of Arizona's Coconino County Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592a96a12eaf174af81fb4 Insurance companies put on notice for stranding trans patients who want to reverse surgeries te 2026-07-16T19:01:42.412Z Insurance companies put on notice for stranding trans patients who want to reverse surgeries Rep. Diana Harshbarger, R-Tenn., a lawmaker with a background in pharmacy, is introducing a bill that would require health insurance companies that provide transgender procedures to also pay for detransitions and adverse effects. Harshbarger fears that under many current plans, transitioners who consider reversing their sex-reassignment procedures are stuck with what is effectively a financial one-way door. "It's outrageous that a health plan can cover sex-rejecting procedures but refuse to cover the restorative care patients need to address the harm they cause. That's not a fair deal for patients who want to restore healthy bodily function," Harshbarger said. MED SCHOOL DEANS COME UP EMPTY IN TENSE HEARING WHEN ASKED POINT BLANK IF MEN CAN HAVE BABIES: 'RIDICULOUS' Although unlikely to become law over Democratic opposition in the Senate, the bill, titled the TRUTH in Coverage Act, draws attention to a growing number of patients who have regretted sex-reassignment procedures and lawmaker concern over barriers to addressing their fallout. It would require insurers that cover "sex-rejecting procedures" to also cover items and services needed to address the complications or adverse effects resulting from them. The bill would enact the requirement regardless of state or local laws that mandate such procedures. If passed, the bill would go into effect Jan. 1, 2027. It has 12 cosponsors, including Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga., the former chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. In its current form, Harshbarger’s bill would amend three federal statutes governing private health insurance coverage to create a uniform federal coverage requirement: the Public Health Service Act, employer-sponsored health plans and group health plans. The bill would also prevent insurers from adjusting copays, deductibles or implementing treatment limitations. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a similar bill into law last year, addressing a similar concern at the local level. WATCH: DR. OZ SAYS NEWSOM, OTHER BLUE STATES HAVE TURNED MEDICAID FRAUD INTO A 'FEATURE' Senate Bill 1257, sponsored by Texas Sen. Bryan Hughes, published a statement with the Texas Senate Research Senate, arguing the need for his bill. "Many of these individuals require extensive medical care to manage or reverse the effects of previous treatments, yet they are frequently denied insurance coverage, leading to insurmountable out-of-pocket expenses. Without this coverage, patients face significant health risks, including hormone imbalances, surgical complications, and psychological distress," Hughes wrote. According to the National Library of Medicine, it’s difficult to determine exactly how many detransitions there are or at what point someone would be considered a detransitioner. Researchers noted that stopping hormones, reversing surgeries or changing legal documents could all be triggers for what it means to begin the detransition process.   By casting a wide net and including adverse effects, Harshbarger’s bill would circumvent those technicalities. "Patients should never be abandoned after undergoing life-altering, harmful medical interventions once reality sets in," Harshbarger said. TALARICO CAMPAIGNS WITH SURGEON WHO OPERATED ON TRANSGENDER MINORS: ‘WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING’ "As a pharmacist, I've seen insurance companies find every excuse in the book to avoid paying for the care patients actually need. My TRUTH in Coverage Act restores fairness, promotes transparency and ensures patients aren't left paying the price for care their insurance should cover." It’s unclear when and if Harshbarger’s bill would reach the House floor for a vote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592a82a12eaf174af81fa9 'The Big Bang Theory' star Jim Parsons says he paid a steep price for fame te 2026-07-16T19:01:22.950Z 'The Big Bang Theory' star Jim Parsons says he paid a steep price for fame Jim Parsons had the career millions dream about, but the "Big Bang Theory" star said the success came with a steep personal price. At the height of his fame, Parsons wasn't celebrating his success. Instead, the Emmy-winning actor said he was overwhelmed by obsessive habits that left him "stressed" and "miserable." "I look back now and realize that there were many ways, at some of the best moments of my life, I was miserable," Parsons said during an appearance on "All Out with Jon Dean." "I was not happy. I was stressed." "I felt that there was so many plates I was supposed to be keeping in the air and that the success and the good things of life that were happening were only due to this overworking ... discipline and whatever," he continued. "And maybe to a degree that was true. I don't know." 'BIG BANG THEORY' STAR JIM PARSONS JOKES HE 'KNOWS WHERE ALL THE BODIES ARE BURIED' Although Parsons acknowledged his intense discipline may have contributed to his success, he said the constant pressure he placed on himself ultimately wasn't worth the emotional toll. "I can't say because that's how I was," he added. "But I wouldn't do that again and for any amount of money ... just because it was stressful and miserable at times. I made myself miserable." "From your own work ethic?" host Jon Dean asked. "If you want to call it that," Parsons said. "It translated in part into a work ethic, but it was really just obsessive behavior basically." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Parsons said the perfectionism that helped propel his career also trapped him in a cycle of obsessive behavior he now realizes wasn't necessary. "Yes, I was disciplined. Yes, I had a good work ethic, but a lot of it was because it was kind of OCD in nature," he noted. "I had a list of things basically in my head that I had to get done in order to be comfortable and know that I could do my job right, which I don't think was true." The actor said his obsessive routine caused him to miss out on "tons of life" that didn't fit into the structure he had built for himself. Even now, Parsons admitted he doesn't know whether he could have found a better balance. "I don't honestly know," he told Dean. "In the same way, I can't go back. I don't know that I would be where I – well, I wouldn't be where I am right now if I hadn't have had that time of life." "And the somewhat self-tortured nature of it was part of it," he added. "So, I don't know what to tell people ... Like, I don't know how much of that is necessary." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Parsons rose from stage work and small television roles to become one of Hollywood's most recognizable sitcom stars after landing the role of Dr. Sheldon Cooper on CBS's "The Big Bang Theory" in 2007. His performance on the show earned him four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe. "The Big Bang Theory" ran for 12 seasons from 2007 to 2019 and became one of the most successful sitcoms in TV history. Parsons starred alongside Johnny Galecki, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch in the sitcom. He is also known for his roles in "Young Sheldon," "The Normal Heart," "Hidden Figures" and "The Boys in the Band." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592a6fa12eaf174af81f97 White House condemns staffer accused of betting on Trump speech as a 'disgrace' te 2026-07-16T19:01:03.502Z White House condemns staffer accused of betting on Trump speech as a 'disgrace' The White House on Thursday condemned as "a disgrace" a Trump administration teleprompter operator accused of betting on President Donald Trump's speeches, saying he has been placed on paid administrative leave amid a federal investigation. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Donald Trump had been briefed on the matter and condemned the staffer's alleged conduct during Thursday's White House press briefing. "Obviously, I'm aware of the report. The president is, too. I spoke with him about it," Leavitt said. "He believes it's deeply unfortunate and, frankly, a disgrace." TRUMP KEEPS 'REALLY BIG' ADDRESS UNDER WRAPS AS WHITE HOUSE SAYS ‘NOBODY KNOWS’ WHAT HE’LL REVEAL Leavitt said the employee has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the investigation and confirmed a different teleprompter operator would handle Trump's speech Thursday evening. ABC News first reported that federal investigators with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission found a White House staffer — identified by sources as Gabriel Perez, Trump's teleprompter operator since 2016 — allegedly made tens of thousands of dollars by betting on the contents of Trump's speeches through the prediction market Kalshi. "The White House has strict ethics guidelines that we expect all staffers and officials to follow," White House spokesman Davis Ingle told Fox News when asked about the report. "The staffer in question is fully cooperating with the CFTC." A CFTC spokesperson told Fox News the agency "can't confirm or deny an investigation." The case began after Kalshi's surveillance systems flagged a series of unusual trades in March involving markets tied to words and phrases expected to appear in Trump's public remarks. HEGSETH ANNOUNCES JOINT TASK FORCE WITH DOJ TO PROSECUTE LEAKS TO JOURNALISTS 'WITH THE FULL FORCE OF THE LAW' Kalshi said the trades stood out because they did not follow typical trading patterns and also drew complaints from market makers through the platform's whistleblower channels. After reviewing account information, the company said it identified the trader as a federal employee who worked as a White House teleprompter operator. Kalshi said it froze the account before the trader could withdraw most of the alleged profits, leaving more than $90,000 on the platform while the matter was referred to federal regulators. "Our surveillance team promptly flagged and referred these trades to the CFTC after an exchange investigation," Robert DeNault, Kalshi's head of enforcement, told Fox News. "We have been assisting regulators on this matter and provided evidence we collected, as we do in any referral." Kalshi said the markets involved common words and topics expected to appear in presidential speeches — including country names, economic terms, campaign language and social issues — rather than classified or otherwise sensitive information. The company added it has worked with the CFTC for months as the investigation has continued. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592803a12eaf174af819a7 Campaign finances: Quarter two reports show strong backing for Cal Sheehy, Taylor Harrison in city races te 2026-07-16T18:50:43.001Z Campaign finances: Quarter two reports show strong backing for Cal Sheehy, Taylor Harrison in city races Updated campaign finance reports are in, and the numbers reflect strong financial backing for incumbent Cal Sheehy in the mayoral race and newcomer Taylor Harrison for council. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5925d5a12eaf174af81948 Alleged Feeding Our Future fraud ringleader extradited from Somalia to face US charges te 2026-07-16T18:41:25.059Z Alleged Feeding Our Future fraud ringleader extradited from Somalia to face US charges One of the alleged ringleaders of the massive Feeding Our Future pandemic relief fraud scheme in Minnesota has been brought back to the United States to face charges, authorities said. Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, 42, of Burnsville, Minnesota, was arrested on June 26 in Somalia and extradited back to the U.S. on Thursday, the FBI said. Federal prosecutors allege Eidleh was the mastermind who bilked taxpayers out of $250 million by exploiting federal child nutrition programs meant to feed vulnerable children. Authorities have described it as one of the largest fraud cases in Minnesota history. "Today is a historic moment in the FBI’s war on fraud," said FBI Director Kash Patel. "The Foreign Transfer of Custody of Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh brings to justice one of the alleged ringleaders of the $250 million ‘Feeding our Future’ fraud scandal out of Minnesota—where the FBI has already helped secure over 70 guilty pleas from fraudsters in partnership with the Justice Department." MINNESOTA MAN CAPTURED IN SOMALIA AFTER ALLEGEDLY HELPING ORCHESTRATE $250M CHILD NUTRITION FRAUD SCHEME Eidleh faces 31 counts, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, conspiracy to commit federal programs bribery, federal programs bribery, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and money laundering. Federal prosecutors said Eidleh was an employee of the Feeding Our Future (FOF) nonprofit, responsible for recruiting and supporting Federal Child Nutrition Program sites under Feeding Our Future’s sponsorship. MINNESOTA FRAUD MASTERMIND GETS NEARLY 42 YEARS IN PRISON IN MASSIVE $250M 'FEEDING OUR FUTURE' SCHEME He and other FOF employees allegedly solicited and received bribes and kickbacks from people and companies seeking approval to operate fraudulent Federal Child Nutrition Program sites. Feeding Our Future allegedly operated a "pay-to-play" scheme in which operators of fraudulent meal sites kicked back a portion of their illicit proceeds to employees, including Eidleh, often disguising the payments as consulting fees through shell companies, according to an indictment previously reported by Fox News Digital. Prosecutors also said Eidleh created Federal Child Nutrition Program sites using nominee owners, then falsely claimed the sites were serving meals to thousands of children each day. FBI CAPTURES $1.2B MEDICARE FRAUD FUGITIVE IN PHILIPPINES, SECOND ARREST FROM MOST WANTED FRAUDSTERS LIST "These are individuals who stole critical, taxpayer-funded resources from kids in need during the COVID pandemic—and Eidleh was allegedly right at the top of the operation," Patel said. According to prosecutors, Eidleh deposited more than $5 million in fraud proceeds, kickbacks, and bribes into accounts associated with shell companies he created in an effort to conceal the source of the money. In 2022, Eidleh fled the U.S., Patel said, noting that criminals should be aware that "no matter where you try to hide, we will find you." In May, Aimee Bock, who headed the Feeding Our Future nonprofit, was sentenced to nearly 42 years in prison for her role in the fraud. Fox News Digital's Michael Sinkewicz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592594a12eaf174af81901 Google Vids now lets you star in your own AI videos te 2026-07-16T18:40:20.551Z Google Vids now lets you star in your own AI videos Google is adding personalized AI avatars to Vids that let users create videos starring a digital version of themselves, alongside Gemini Omni-powered tools for generating and editing videos from prompts and reference images. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59238ea12eaf174af818de Insurance companies put on notice for stranding trans patients who want to reverse surgeries te 2026-07-16T18:31:42.791Z Insurance companies put on notice for stranding trans patients who want to reverse surgeries Rep. Diana Harshbarger, R-Tenn., a lawmaker with a background in pharmacy, is introducing a bill that would require health insurance companies that provide transgender procedures to also pay for detransitions and adverse effects. Harshbarger fears that under many current plans, transitioners who consider reversing their sex-reassignment procedures are stuck with what is effectively a financial one-way door. "It's outrageous that a health plan can cover sex-rejecting procedures but refuse to cover the restorative care patients need to address the harm they cause. That's not a fair deal for patients who want to restore healthy bodily function," Harshbarger said. MED SCHOOL DEANS COME UP EMPTY IN TENSE HEARING WHEN ASKED POINT BLANK IF MEN CAN HAVE BABIES: 'RIDICULOUS' Although unlikely to become law over Democratic opposition in the Senate, the bill, titled the TRUTH in Coverage Act, draws attention to a growing number of patients who have regretted sex-reassignment procedures and lawmaker concern over barriers to addressing their fallout. It would require insurers that cover "sex-rejecting procedures" to also cover items and services needed to address the complications or adverse effects resulting from them. The bill would enact the requirement regardless of state or local laws that mandate such procedures. If passed, the bill would go into effect Jan. 1, 2027. It has 12 cosponsors, including Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga., the former chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. In its current form, Harshbarger’s bill would amend three federal statutes governing private health insurance coverage to create a uniform federal coverage requirement: the Public Health Service Act, employer-sponsored health plans and group health plans. The bill would also prevent insurers from adjusting copays, deductibles or implementing treatment limitations. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a similar bill into law last year, addressing a similar concern at the local level. WATCH: DR. OZ SAYS NEWSOM, OTHER BLUE STATES HAVE TURNED MEDICAID FRAUD INTO A 'FEATURE' Senate Bill 1257, sponsored by Texas Sen. Bryan Hughes, published a statement with the Texas Senate Research Senate, arguing the need for his bill. "Many of these individuals require extensive medical care to manage or reverse the effects of previous treatments, yet they are frequently denied insurance coverage, leading to insurmountable out-of-pocket expenses. Without this coverage, patients face significant health risks, including hormone imbalances, surgical complications, and psychological distress," Hughes wrote. According to the National Library of Medicine, it’s difficult to determine exactly how many detransitions there are or at what point someone would be considered a detransitioner. Researchers noted that stopping hormones, reversing surgeries or changing legal documents could all be triggers for what it means to begin the detransition process.   By casting a wide net and including adverse effects, Harshbarger’s bill would circumvent those technicalities. "Patients should never be abandoned after undergoing life-altering, harmful medical interventions once reality sets in," Harshbarger said. TALARICO CAMPAIGNS WITH SURGEON WHO OPERATED ON TRANSGENDER MINORS: ‘WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING’ "As a pharmacist, I've seen insurance companies find every excuse in the book to avoid paying for the care patients actually need. My TRUTH in Coverage Act restores fairness, promotes transparency and ensures patients aren't left paying the price for care their insurance should cover." It’s unclear when and if Harshbarger’s bill would reach the House floor for a vote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59237ba12eaf174af818d5 JJ Watt goes after MLS squad after social post leaves out wife, a local soccer legend: 'Worth a mention' te 2026-07-16T18:31:23.336Z JJ Watt goes after MLS squad after social post leaves out wife, a local soccer legend: 'Worth a mention' A former pro soccer player was stiffed in a social media post, taking a back seat to her relatively more famous husband. Future Pro Football Hall of Famer J.J. Watt is married to Kealia Ohai Watt, a former member of the U.S. Women's National Team who played in the National Women's Soccer League. The couple took in an MLS game on Wednesday night, watching Real Salt Lake take on Burnley F.C., of which the Watts are partial owners, and the team welcomed the couple with an X post. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Welcome to the Riot, @JJWatt and fam," the team wrote. Watt, however, was not pleased that his wife, a local soccer legend, was dismissed. Ohai attended Alta High School in nearby Sandy and won four state titles with her youth soccer club. "The woman in the photo grew up literally down the road, won 4 Utah state championships (1 in this exact stadium), Gatorade Player of the Year twice, National Player of the Year, scored the fastest first goal in USWNT history… Could probably be worth a mention, but idk," Watt said in a reply. TRINITY RODMAN SAYS NWSL RECORD-CROWD GAME IN NY SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN PLAYED AMID POOR AIR Ohai also won a national championship with the University of North Carolina. After college, she was the second overall pick in the NWSL College Draft by the Houston Dash, of which she was the captain from 2016 through being traded to the Chicago Red Stars in 2020. The couple purchased its stake in Burnley F.C., which played in the Premier League last season, in 2023. Ohai's brother-in-law is Watt's former Houston Texans teammate, Brian Cushing. 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/6a59233ca12eaf174af8188c Roblox launches an AI-powered game creation feature in its mobile app te 2026-07-16T18:30:20.879Z Roblox launches an AI-powered game creation feature in its mobile app Roblox's new "Build" feature lets users generate basic games using a single text prompt. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a592136a12eaf174af81853 Schweikert, Neely spend down war chests in bid to derail Biggs te 2026-07-16T18:21:42.335Z Schweikert, Neely spend down war chests in bid to derail Biggs PHOENIX — Two Republican gubernatorial hopefuls, trailing in the polls, are spending nearly all the money they have in hopes of clinching the nomination in the Tuesday primary. New campaign finance reports show that Congressman David Schweikert has burned through the $1.2 million in his war chest. That includes $534,000 in donations, $572,000 he moved from his prior congressional campaigns and $99,000 from his own pocket. That left him with just $42,495 in the bank as of June 30, according to reports. Schweikert spent more than $100,000 gathering the signatures needed to get his name on the ballot. Nearly $60,000 was spent on “texting.” He also sent out campaign mailers this accusing fellow Congressman Andy Biggs, the front-runner in the gubernatorial race, of associating with white supremacist and antisemitic groups. The Biggs campaign responded by calling it “a desperate tactic by our opponent.” Scott Neely Businessman Scott Neely, unlike GOP would-be governors, is running with public funds. He reported spending most of the $1.1 million he collected, largely on billboards, a texting campaign and Facebook ads attacking Biggs. Neely reported having $218,000 cash on hand, as of the reporting period. He argues that Biggs cannot win against incumbent Katie Hobbs. In one poster, he melds together pictures of Biggs and 2022 GOP gubernatorial nominee Kari Lake, whom Hobbs defeated that year. “Don’t make the Biggs mistake like we did with loser Kari Lake,” the sign reads. Then there are ads attacking Biggs for being one of only a handful of votes against releasing the full records of investigations into Jeffrey Epstein, the politically connected financier who trafficked young women. Biggs, for his part, has pretty much ignored the other candidates, attending one four-way debate but skipping other joint appearances. Biggs has reported spending $2.4 million in the race. But with donations of $3.6 million — plus $50,000 left over from his own prior races — that still leaves him with more than $1.2 million in the bank. He is also benefiting from almost $489,000 spent on his behalf to get him elected, with most of that coming from the conservative advocacy group Turning Point USA. Plus, he has President Donald Trump’s endorsement, which can carry a lot of weight in a Republican primary. There was no campaign finance report immediately available for businessman Ken Miceli, the fourth Republican in the gubernatorial race. No Labels Party contender Hugh Lytle reported nearly $1.2 million in the bank as of June 30. But his campaign has been mostly self-funded with $2 million of his own cash. His foe in the No Labels primary, Teri Ann Hourihan, who also is using personal money, reported having less than $4,500 on hand. Green Party candidate Lisa Lombardo, like Neely, has the benefit of more than $1.1 million in public funds. She said that, after expenses, she has about $159,000. The benefits of incumbency Whoever survives the July 21 primary could need a lot of money to beat Hobbs. With the benefit of incumbency, she reported hauling in more than $2.6 million in the three-month period ending June 30. But despite having no primary, Hobbs, who won her first race by just 17,117 votes, also has been spending money fast and furious, with expenses in the same three-month period topping $7.4 million. She could sustain that because she already had more than $7 million in the bank on March 31. Hobbs has been all over the airwaves, spending about $6.5 million on TV and other advertising trying to reach independent and some Republican voters with a mix of ads touting what she said are economic wins for the state and her willingness to work across the political aisle with the Republican-controlled legislature. There also are expenses for staff salaries. PAC money flowing The governor also benefits from financial help from Copper State Values, a separate political action committee run by the same people who run her campaign. What makes that separate PAC important is that donations to candidates are capped at $5,500. That is not true of political action committees, which not only have no donor limits but are also allowed to accept corporate dollars, something strictly off-limits to candidates. State election law does preclude Copper State from transferring funds above that limit to Hobbs. But the PAC can help Hobbs in other ways, such as a $400,000 transfer to the Navajo County Democratic Committee, which is running a coordinated campaign to drum up support for Hobbs and incumbent Attorney General Kris Mayes. And the PAC also has transferred about $170,000 to the governor’s own reelection committee in “shared expenses” for payroll. The governor is clearly not done raising money — and not just in the small contributions she seeks in text messages to individuals. MS NOW reports that Cindy McCain and her son Jimmy will host a fundraiser in September in Sedona on behalf of the Democratic governor. This isn’t Cindy McCain’s first foray into supporting Democrats. The widow of Sen. John McCain, she backed Joe Biden in his successful campaign to oust Donald Trump after his first four years as president. The post Schweikert, Neely spend down war chests in bid to derail Biggs first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59210ea12eaf174af81838 Wesche twins make Flagstaff their diving playground te 2026-07-16T18:21:02.913Z Wesche twins make Flagstaff their diving playground From gymnasts to divers, Grace and Margaret Wesche put their skills on display for NAU thanks to all they learned as kids in Flagstaff. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5920faa12eaf174af8182f Ask a Ranger: Campbell Mesa, Part 1: Stories from a Flagstaff forest te 2026-07-16T18:20:42.944Z Ask a Ranger: Campbell Mesa, Part 1: Stories from a Flagstaff forest This week's Ask a Ranger column, from the NPS/USFS Roving Rangers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5920e6a12eaf174af81826 Flood watch issued by NWS for parts of northern Arizona as thunderstorms arrive Thursday te 2026-07-16T18:20:22.983Z Flood watch issued by NWS for parts of northern Arizona as thunderstorms arrive Thursday Beginning at 11 a.m. Thursday to 11 p.m., the watch warns that flash flooding is possible due to excessive rainfall in multiple areas, including Sedona and the Village of Oak Creek. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591edea12eaf174af817e3 Michelle Obama accuses media of weaponizing fashion to 'diminish' her as a campaign threat te 2026-07-16T18:11:42.882Z Michelle Obama accuses media of weaponizing fashion to 'diminish' her as a campaign threat Former first lady Michelle Obama claimed America was "struggling enough" to accept a Black first family, revealing earlier this month that she intentionally avoided wearing her hair in braids while in the White House to prevent political distraction. Speaking at Essence Festival in New Orleans July 3, Obama detailed the calculations behind her appearance, accusing the media and political rivals of weaponizing fashion coverage during the 2008 election cycle to "diminish" her status as a growing campaign threat. "I started wearing my hair in braids in college, right? But as I went up the professional ranks, being a lawyer, they wanted, you know, I didn't want my hair to be a part of the conversation," Obama said in a clip released Wednesday on her YouTube channel. OBAMA BLAMES SPLINTERED MEDIA FOR PREVENTING SUPERSTAR DEMOCRAT FROM RISING UP "So I made the decision, you know, look, America is struggling enough to accept the first Black president and first lady. I'm not going to make my hair the issue," she added. Obama said that during her husband’s 2008 campaign, the political press purposefully tried to change the surrounding conversations to instead focus on her shoes or clothes. She recalled giving a speech in Iowa, noting she brought in larger crowds than her husband’s rivals, but that the more popular she got, the more articles focused on her appearance. "The more popular I became, the more of a threat I became. It was interesting. That’s when the articles started coming out," Obama said. "This is when I understood like, this is politics, oh, they're coming after me because I'm useful. And they're trying to beat my husband, so they're trying to slow me down, right?" ANA NAVARRO AND FORMER TRUMP CAMPAIGN AIDE CLASH OVER PRESIDENT'S COMBATIVE EXCHANGES WITH FEMALE JOURNALISTS "And some of those first articles, they would always start, 'She was wearing a purple sheath, and she had on this pair of shoes.' It wouldn't matter what I said," she added. "The article would start with what I had on. And I realized, ‘Oh, this is how they do women in politics.’ This is how we treat women in public life. We diminish them to just what they look like, and not what I'm saying." This is not the first time the former first lady has said the press was hostile to her appearance. On the "Call Her Daddy" podcast in January, Obama similarly blasted media coverage of her looks. MICHELLE OBAMA WARNS LIBERALS AGAINST PIGEONHOLING TRUMP VOTERS, SAYS THEY DIDN'T KNOW WHAT ELSE TO DO "And the first thing, after all this great conversation and connection, the top of the article would be, 'She was wearing.' You know, not my education, not my, you know, not my professional career, but it started with appearance, and it got worse as we got better," she told host Alex Cooper. "They weren't doing that to my husband, right? They weren't describing him physically, and he was out there more than I was. So, I was like, ‘OK, well, this is where it comes from.’ It's like, 'Wow, whoever is doing this, when it comes to how we put women in their place, it's like, OK,'" Obama later added. In November 2025, Obama released her book "The Look," which is described by the Obama Presidential Center shop as "a stunning journey through Michelle Obama’s style evolution, in her own words for the first time." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591ecba12eaf174af817da GOP's $95B defense package survives critical hurdle amid fiscal hawk revolt te 2026-07-16T18:11:23.444Z GOP's $95B defense package survives critical hurdle amid fiscal hawk revolt House GOP leaders narrowly avoided a major setback Thursday as they race to pass a third-party-line megabill, but fiscal hawks are still threatening to derail the effort down the road. The first test came Thursday at a critical House Budget Committee markup, during which the panel approved a $95 billion budget reconciliation framework along party lines. But House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is likely to face trouble on the House floor next week as some conservatives sharply criticize the package for including no spending-cut instructions.  Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, a member of the budget panel, did not vote. JOHNSON SCORES WIN AS CONSERVATIVE REBELS END HOUSE FLOOR BLOCKADE OVER VOTER ID BILL The budget blueprint now heads to the House Rules Committee, where GOP leaders will attempt to win a key vote and put the plan up for a chamber-wide vote by the end of next week. The framework would provide $73 billion for defense and intelligence, allocate $12 billion in assistance to farmers and establish a $10 billion funding pot that is expected to provide grants to states to implement elements of the SAVE America Act. House fiscal hawks warned earlier this week that the bill was a non-starter because it included no spending offsets. "I think that a no offset plan is dead on arrival because, frankly, three of us would kill it," Rep. Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, told reporters. "And so, I think that's likely at this point." Passing a budget blueprint is the first step to unlock the complex budget reconciliation process, which requires near-unanimity among Republicans amid their slim margins. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., can afford to lose just three GOP defections assuming all members are present and voting. SENATE FACES 'COME-TO-JESUS' MOMENT ON TRUMP'S ELECTION PRIORITY UNDER GOP'S NEW PLAN Republicans are pursuing a third "big, beautiful bill" to cut Democrats out of the process, meaning Johnson will have to rely solely on GOP votes. The plan also faces an uphill battle in the Senate, where some Republicans remain skeptical of another reconciliation effort. House Republicans’ blueprint notably contains no spending instructions for the upper chamber, an omission that could further delay the process. If the budget blueprint advances out of the House and Senate, only then will lawmakers start writing the actual bill. The plan could also face trouble in the upper chamber, where a faction of Senate Republicans remain skeptical of another reconciliation effort. "Everybody is betting against us being able to get it done," Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday. "I am more and more optimistic each day that passes." Johnson has cast the effort as the best opportunity for Republicans to pass pieces of the stalled SAVE America Act before the November midterm elections. "It's our best shot at enacting our party's top priority legislation, the SAVE America Act," Johnson said Wednesday at a news conference with Vice President JD Vance. "It is important to the American people and it's important to the future." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591eb6a12eaf174af817c4 Democrats see path to flip Arizona Legislature as national statehouse map tilts toward them te 2026-07-16T18:11:02.956Z Democrats see path to flip Arizona Legislature as national statehouse map tilts toward them Iowa Democrats flipped two state Senate seats in special elections last year to break the GOP supermajority there. With momentum growing nationally, Democrats are looking to expand seats in Iowa’s upper chamber and break the House supermajority in November. (Photo by Kathie Obradovich/Iowa Capital Dispatch) Following a string of special election victories, Democrats have a path to flip several Republican-held legislative chambers and break GOP supermajorities in states across the country this November. High prices and overall voter dissatisfaction with Washington have put control of the U.S. House and Senate in play this year — a dynamic that has trickled down, with heightened Democratic enthusiasm in many state contests. “For the most part the Republicans are kind of playing defense more than offense,” said Katy Owens Hubler, director of elections and redistricting at the National Conference of State Legislatures.  Midterm elections generally favor the party that doesn’t control the White House. Still, it’s unlikely Democrats can capture the majority in states: GOP lawmakers currently hold nearly 55% of the nation’s 7,386 state legislative seats.  That gives Republicans control in 28 state legislatures and Democrats control in 18, while three states have divided control of chambers, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. NCSL is eyeing 10 Republican-held chambers, four Democratic-held chambers and the tied state House in Minnesota for potential flips in control in November. “My feeling generally is that it is going to be a good year for Democrats,” Owens Hubler said, “but it’s not going to be a blowout year.” Chambers to watch this November These are the legislative chambers the National Conference of State Legislatures is watching for potential changes in partisan control:  Democratic-held chambers Maine House Minnesota Senate Michigan Senate Pennsylvania House No-party control Minnesota House (tied 67-67) Republican-held chambers Alaska Senate  Alaska House Arizona Senate Arizona House Michigan House New Hampshire Senate New Hampshire House Pennsylvania Senate Wisconsin Senate Wisconsin House Source: National Conference of State Legislatures Wins in some states could deliver Democrats total control of state government — both legislative chambers and the governor, known as a trifecta — making it much easier to pass progressive legislation. In other states, weakening Republican majorities or breaking veto-proof supermajorities would make it easier for Democrats to object to GOP policies. Since President Donald Trump’s second term began, Democrats have flipped a dozen seats in special elections in Arkansas, Iowa, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Texas, according to tracking by the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, which works to elect Democrats at the state level. They also flipped another 18 seats in last year’s general elections in New Jersey and Virginia.  Republicans have not flipped a single Democratic legislative seat. “2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fundamentally transform state legislative power,” said Heather Williams, president of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee.  The committee is touting record numbers of Democratic candidates running for office in some states and has announced plans to spend a record $50 million on state legislative races this year, with aims of flipping more than 650 legislative seats. And just as in 2024, the state of the economy — and ever-rising prices — are proving a central campaign message.  In Michigan, defending their state Senate majority and winning control of the state House would give Democrats a trifecta. They would need to flip four Republican-held House seats to do so. Michigan Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks said she’s confident her party will maintain or even grow its Senate majority. The House will be a “tougher lift,” she said, but the party’s chances look good now. “I feel very confident that we will be working with a Democratic legislature in both chambers next term,” she said. Following months of GOP obstruction in the House, Democratic control of both chambers would reverse the current gridlock in Lansing. Brinks, who is term-limited, said she expects a Democratic trifecta will focus on the issues that matter to Michiganders, including regulations on data centers, childcare accessibility and affordability.  “There are things that we know we could do that make people’s lives easier and more affordable,” she said. “So I think that in general you’ll see us try to tackle those things.” Nationwide, Republicans have acknowledged growing voter frustrations over affordability while also arguing voters should support them for their work to redraw congressional districts.  Set off by a White House push to give Republicans more seats in the U.S. House, 10 states have completed middecade redistricting — a phenomenon unseen since the 1800s. Earlier this month, the Republican State Leadership Committee, which works to elect GOP state legislators, highlighted the party’s redistricting successes and underscored that current races for statehouse control will determine which party draws future maps. In a statement to Stateline, Committee President Edith Jorge-Tuñón said Democrats can brag all they want about fundraising success, “but no amount of cash changes the fact that their party is being pulled further left by the socialist wing calling the shots.” “We know Democrats and their national allies will continue to pour millions into state legislative races because they understand what’s at stake: the legislators elected in 2026 will shape redistricting and the balance of power for years to come.” ‘Things are looking really good’ In Iowa, Democrats flipped two state Senate seats in special elections last year to break the GOP supermajority, leaving Republicans with a 33-17 majority in the upper chamber.  Democrats hope to deprive Republicans of winning back that supermajority and to break the supermajority in the state House in November. It’s especially high stakes this cycle as polling has shown a very competitive race for governor, with Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand ahead of Republican Zach Lahn in some tracking.   Iowa hasn’t had a Democratic governor since 2011. “From my perspective right now, assuming we continue to do the work and we raise the money we need to, things are looking really good,” said Democratic state Sen. Janice Weiner, the minority leader.  Depriving Republicans of a veto-proof supermajority would give a potential Democratic governor much more power, Weiner said. And the more Democrats gain, the more they can challenge  the policies of the GOP, which has enjoyed control of both chambers and the governor’s office for the past decade. Senate Democrats have already used their newly won power by rejecting gubernatorial appointments, including a high-profile nomination for the leader of the state’s Health and Human Services Department. Success in November could position Democrats to further contest the state Senate in 2028, when they could conceivably tie with a 25-25 split with Republicans, she said. “It’s an accountability issue,” Weiner said. “You don’t have to be in the majority to start being a player.” In a statement, Iowa Republican House Speaker Pat Grassley acknowledged the uphill battle that midterms can present for incumbents. But he said Republicans have faced similar pressures before, particularly in the 2020 election, and have only grown their House majority in Des Moines. Republicans currently hold 67 of 100 Iowa House seats, all of which are up for election this year. Democrats only need to flip one seat to end the Republican House supermajority.  “We have a lot of territory to defend, including several districts that historically voted for Democrats. Our success in these areas isn’t a fluke,” Grassley’s statement said. “With our battle-tested incumbents and a dynamic slate of hardworking candidates, we are in a strong position in every corner of the state.” What’s at stake In this year’s legislative special elections, Democrats have overperformed general election outcomes by a median of 10.4 points compared with how their districts voted in 2024 elections, according to government relations and lobbying firm MultiState. If Democrats maintain that kind of performance through November, the firm said, it could result in one of the largest wave elections in recent history.  But special elections are not necessarily predictive of general elections, said Chris Cooper,  a professor of political science and public affairs at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina.  North Carolina Democrats are aiming to prevent a House Republican supermajority and break the Senate GOP supermajority — which would require flipping just one seat.  “I think breaking the supermajority does seem very much in reach,” Cooper said. “Getting the majority in the Senate isn’t going to happen unless we have a political earthquake the likes of which we haven’t seen in many decades.” Increasing their numbers in the legislature would greatly increase the power of Democratic Gov. Josh Stein, who has seen a dozen of his vetoes overridden by the GOP-controlled legislature. Among other issues, those overrides have allowed laws to be enacted punishing so-called sanctuary cities and eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion policies from public education.  “It’s extremely consequential,” Cooper said. “It doesn’t mean that Democrats are going to be able to do what they want, but it does mean they’re going to be able to stop the Republicans from doing what they want.” For Democrats, statehouse races provide a critical opportunity to oppose policies enacted by the federal government’s Republican trifecta.  “I think part of it is that people are waking up to the power that states have always had,” said Andrew Grunwald, vice president of political strategy at The States Project, an organization working to help Democrats gain power in states.  State lawmakers who win election this year will have a huge impact on future congressional races as states continue to redraw U.S. House maps. But Grunwald said states also have the ability to immediately legislate on affordability issues that are top of mind for voters. “When you look at who is passing laws that impact your everyday life, it’s your state lawmakers,” he said. That’s particularly true in states with split partisan governance, including Arizona, Michigan and Wisconsin. He also pointed to Pennsylvania, where Democrats control the state House but Republicans control the Senate. That divide has left hundreds of Democratic bills to die in the upper chamber. Winning a Senate majority there would require flipping three seats but could have a major impact on what legislation ultimately becomes signed by Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro.  While the national environment looks favorable now, Grunwald acknowledged things can change quickly. “We need to be doing the work now,” he said. “…If we’re not doing the work, voters will recognize that and if we’re meeting voters where they are and responding to their concerns they will recognize that as well.” Stateline reporter Kevin Hardy can be reached at khardy@stateline.org.  This story was originally produced by Stateline, which is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network which includes Arizona Mirror, and is supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591c5ea12eaf174af8176d Veteran Dem breaks party line as Jack Smith spying scandal grips Capitol Hill te 2026-07-16T18:01:02.913Z Veteran Dem breaks party line as Jack Smith spying scandal grips Capitol Hill Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., told Fox News Digital that his Republican colleagues are right to be troubled that the Justice Department spied on lawmakers to aid former Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigations. "I think we need to have more facts. Look into it. Republicans are rightly concerned about the possible breach of norms and improper access to email," Blumenthal told Fox News Digital on Wednesday. The GOP-led Senate Judiciary Committee released a trove of documents Tuesday showing that Smith’s investigation into President Donald Trump included the Department of Justice collecting text messages between 44 members of Congress, among them Republicans and Democrats, and White House staff. The messages were purportedly related to Smith's probe of the Jan. 6 breach of the Capitol and Trump’s storage of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago. TODD BLANCHE EXPOSES HOW AGGRESSIVE BIDEN DOJ TARGETED LOW-LEVEL MAR-A-LAGO EMPLOYEES Other Democrats were less willing than Blumenthal to lend credence to Republican concerns regarding how Smith carried out his investigation. "I've got no comment on that. If you want to talk about the news of the day, I will," Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., told Fox News Digital, referencing Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing. Booker was among the lawmakers who had their text messages seized by the Justice Department. Sens. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, Alex Padilla, D-Calif., and Patty Murray, D-Wash., all declined to comment on the issue when approached by Fox News Digital. DEM SENATOR'S STUNT GOES SIDEWAYS AFTER GOP LAWMAKER TORCHES HIM AT IMMIGRATION HEARING Blumenthal’s remarks mark a rare note of bipartisan concern over Smith’s handling of politically sensitive communications, even as other Democrats avoided weighing in on the GOP-led probe. The new documents have intensified Republican scrutiny of whether Justice Department safeguards failed during highly consequential investigations into Trump, while raising fresh questions about how far prosecutors went in accessing lawmakers’ private communications. "I think Jack Smith is a political hack. I think that's why the Justice Department, under President Biden, picked him," Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., told Fox News Digital. "Everybody knows he's a political hack. He never should have been near power. He shouldn't be near power now because he can't exercise it objectively or non-emotionally." JACK SMITH THRUST BACK INTO SPOTLIGHT AT BLANCHE HEARING OVER EXPOSED SENATORS’ MESSAGES The Judiciary Committee claims that the lawmaker’s messages were reviewed in a way that runs afoul of DOJ protocol. A "filter team" was supposed to review the communications before Smith’s investigative team could look at them, according to the documents. Contractors managing document review software for the filter team, however, failed to properly set up permission guardrails, thus allowing the investigative team to examine documents that had not been screened, per a letter sent to Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, by the DOJ. "He honestly believes he's smarter and more virtuous than the American people. He's not, and that's what got him in trouble," Kennedy told Fox News Digital in reference to Smith. After the Senate Judiciary Committee released the documents on Tuesday, multiple Republican lawmakers alleged that Smith perjured himself by answering "no" to a question from a congressional lawyer as to whether he requested text messages from lawmakers as part of his investigation. "I don't know whether it was misleading, I just, I really haven't followed it," Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., said to reporters regarding the allegation facing Smith. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a95a12eaf174af816f8 Max Verstappen keeps it blunt, yet cryptic when asked about future with Red Bull te 2026-07-16T17:53:25.379Z Max Verstappen keeps it blunt, yet cryptic when asked about future with Red Bull Formula 1 is at Spa-Francorchamps this weekend, a fan and driver favorite, for the Belgian Grand Prix. We’re in the midst of a great title battle between Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli and George Russell and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton. However, much of the focus this weekend is on Red Bull's Max Verstappen. It's been a tough season for the four-time champ, who currently sits down in P7 in the standings, and that's because the rumor mill has been churning about his future with the team. Verstappen has not committed to Red Bull for next season and was recently linked with a potential move to McLaren. On top of that, he himself has even floated the idea of stepping away from F1. He hasn't been a fan of the direction the series has taken with its current cars, and has recently done more sports car racing. So, he was asked about all of this on Thursday during his driver press conference, and the Dutchman gave some answers that were both blunt and cryptic. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "Is there any update you can give us?" a reporter asked. "No," Verstappen said. Verstappen was then asked about what he makes of all of the speculation about his future, to which he replied, "Nothing." ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! He was then asked whether he had a date in mind for providing an update on his plans. "No, there's nothing to say from my side," he said. "So, full commitment to Red Bull in 2027?" the reporter asked. "I said there's nothing to say," Verstappen reiterated. Now, Verstappen is known for handling press conferences like this, but, man, is that not going to keep the rumor mill from churning? It is worth noting that while Red Bull's struggles have been well documented this season, Verstappen has said he has a good relationship with team boss Laurent Mekies, who took over partway through last season. "It’s been really good. I get on very well with Laurent. We speak a lot on track, but also off track," he said, per the Associated Press. "I think the relationship that he has also within the team is great. "Everything for me feels very positive, and I think it’s always nice when you can discuss a lot of things with your team boss. So from that sense, yeah, very happy. It’s all very open and transparent." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a81a12eaf174af816ef Blue Angels flyover ignites social media as Hegseth, Eric Trump respond te 2026-07-16T17:53:05.934Z Blue Angels flyover ignites social media as Hegseth, Eric Trump respond Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and other Trump allies took to social media on Thursday after the Navy's Blue Angels drew widespread attention with a flyover above a Florida beach. Video shared online showed beachgoers cheering as two Blue Angels jets with the flight demonstration team made a low pass over Pensacola Beach on Wednesday. Social media reactions varied, from those who praised the flyover and wished they could have seen it in person, to those who criticized the stunt. Hegseth, however, posted on X, "The flyovers will continue until morale improves." HEGSETH SHOOTS DOWN IRAN 'KAMIKAZE DOLPHINS' — LEAVES US QUESTION OPEN Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell shared a photo of one of the aircraft performing a maneuver during the flyover and wrote, "Carry on Patriots." Eric Trump also responded by sharing an ABC News report on X, writing, "Can't stand the manufactured outrage by the low-T mainstream media. This was undoubtedly the highlight of these people's day…" The ABC News report Eric Trump shared said Navy officials confirmed in a statement to the outlet that Blue Angels leadership is "reviewing the circumstances surrounding the maneuver and conducting a thorough safety review." The Blue Angels did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. The flyover came during Wednesday morning's annual "Breakfast with the Blues" event, which marks the start of Red, White and Blues Week and gives spectators a chance to watch the Navy's flight demonstration squadron practice over the Gulf Coast. Local news outlet WALA-TV reported that this year's event drew one of its largest crowds in recent memory, with the Casino Beach and Quietwater parking lots filling by about 7 a.m. Thousands lined the beach as the Blue Angels spent about two hours practicing ahead of this weekend's air show. Brenda Bennett, who has attended the event for decades, told the newspaper she had never seen a crowd this large. ‘AMERICA IS BACK’: TRUMP KICKS OFF GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR WITH FLYOVERS, PATRIOTIC NATIONAL MALL SPEECH "I've been coming since 1997 and this is the best kept secret, but I think the secret's out because there's more people here than normally," Bennett said. Theresa Smith and Sheri Marinovich said they had to park farther away than usual because of the crowds but said the extra walk was worth it. "They're showing out," the pair told the newspaper. "They love to put on a show for the breakfast crowd. You feel like they're just so much closer and we get to hear them talking on the radio and they do different maneuvers than they do for the show." Many spectators told the outlet the event felt especially meaningful following the recent America 250 celebrations. Bennett said she hopes Americans continue celebrating "our freedom that we have here in the United States." The Blue Angels are scheduled to practice again Thursday before public performances Friday and Saturday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a58a12eaf174af816c7 Trailing GOP hopefuls burn through campaign cash ahead of primary te 2026-07-16T17:52:24.452Z Trailing GOP hopefuls burn through campaign cash ahead of primary PHOENIX -- Two Republican gubernatorial hopefuls, trailing in the polls, are spending pretty much all the money they have in hopes of clinching the nomination in the Tuesday primary. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a44a12eaf174af816be Horne says tougher student discipline would help keep Arizona teachers te 2026-07-16T17:52:04.491Z Horne says tougher student discipline would help keep Arizona teachers PHOENIX -- The state's top education official says he knows the way to make teachers feel more satisfied and supported in schools: more and clear discipline of students. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a30a12eaf174af816b0 New Mexico man gets 18 months for setting Havasu church fire te 2026-07-16T17:51:44.520Z New Mexico man gets 18 months for setting Havasu church fire A New Mexico man who set a church on fire in Lake Havasu City said he was sorry before he was sentenced to the Arizona Department of Corrections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a1ca12eaf174af816a6 Lake Havasu City woman arrested on cocaine possession charges after purse search te 2026-07-16T17:51:24.550Z Lake Havasu City woman arrested on cocaine possession charges after purse search A Lake Havasu City woman was arrested after officers said she consented to a search of her purse, where suspected cocaine and drug paraphernalia were found. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591a08a12eaf174af8169d Havasu teen arrested after Starbucks crash leads to DUI charges te 2026-07-16T17:51:04.579Z Havasu teen arrested after Starbucks crash leads to DUI charges A 19-year-old Lake Havasu City woman was arrested after police said she rear-ended another vehicle in a Starbucks drive-through and later recorded breath alcohol concentrations above .20. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5919f4a12eaf174af81694 Lake Havasu City braces for cooler temperatures, increasing storm chances te 2026-07-16T17:50:44.618Z Lake Havasu City braces for cooler temperatures, increasing storm chances Lake Havasu City residents could get a brief break from the extreme heat Friday as monsoonal moisture brings a better chance of thunderstorms and temperatures about 6 degrees cooler than Thursday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5917d5a12eaf174af8163e Fox News surges 29% in unique visitors during Q2 while CNN posts its weakest digital audience since 2015 te 2026-07-16T17:41:41.764Z Fox News surges 29% in unique visitors during Q2 while CNN posts its weakest digital audience since 2015 Fox News Digital led all news brands and broadcast networks among total digital multiplatform unique visitors, multiplatform views and multiplatform minutes during the second quarter of 2026, according to Comscore. During the news-packed quarter, Fox News Digital drove an average of 178 million total digital multiplatform unique visitors, to finish with a 29% increase in the critical category compared to 2025.  Fox News Digital also had 4.6 billion multiplatform views and 9.7 billion multiplatform minutes throughout the quarter to lead all news brands in both categories. It was the 21st consecutive quarter that Fox News finished No. 1 among views and the 16th consecutive quarter it has been the top news brand with minutes. FOX NEWS CHANNEL LEADS CBS AND NBC IN WEEKDAY PRIMETIME, DOMINATES CABLE VIEWERSHIP IN SECOND QUARTER RATINGS While Fox News thrived, CNN finished with its worst quarter since 2015 in several categories. The struggling network managed only 62 million unique visitors, 1.5 billion multiplatform views and 2.4 billion multiplatform minutes for its worst performance in over a decade.  CNN finished down 32% in unique visitors, down 46% among total views and shed 41% of minutes compared to the second quarter of 2025.  Fox News Digital finished the quarter strong, also topping all news brands and broadcast networks with total digital multiplatform visitors, views and minutes during June. It was the fourth straight month that Fox News finished as the top news brand among total multiplatform unique visitors. JIMMY FAILLA RECALLS DOUBLE-PARKING CAB ON 6TH AVENUE TO SQUEEZE IN FIRST FOX TV APPEARANCE Fox News delivered 1.4 billion YouTube video views across its channels, beating all news brands for the seventh consecutive quarter, according to Emplifi. Along the way, the main Fox News channel (1.1 billion views) managed to beat runner-up MS NOW by over 300 million views while more than doubling CNN’s viewership. Fox News also beat broadcast networks ABC News (337 million views), NBC News (310 million views) and CBS News (136 million views) combined.  FOX News Media has generated a staggering 3.3 billion YouTube video views, with FOX News Channel accounting for 2.5 billion of those views, since the start of 2026.  FOX News Media also topped all news brands on social media with interactions for the quarter, according to Emplifi and Comscore Social.  Fox News was responsible for 270 million social media interactions during the second quarter with 122 million interactions on Facebook, 51.9 million interactions on Instagram and 18.2 million interactions on X. Fox News drove another 78.0 million interactions on TikTok and finished with 4.4 billion video views across social media. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The Fox News Mobile app averaged 6.3 million unique viewers during the quarter, leading the CNN mobile app which settled for an average of 3.1 million unique viewers. Fox News Digital, CBSNews.com, NBCNews.com, WashingtonPost.com, and ABCNews.com have opted in to account for Social Incremental in Total Digital Multiplatform Unique Visitors, while brands like CNN.com and NYTimes.com have not. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591798a12eaf174af81616 Paul Pelosi’s Errant Driving Record Preceded His Latest Napa Valley Crash te 2026-07-16T17:40:40.838Z Paul Pelosi’s Errant Driving Record Preceded His Latest Napa Valley Crash Mr. Pelosi, the 86-year-old husband of former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, had at least eight traffic violations in a 13-year period before his crash this year, according to court records. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591784a12eaf174af815ee Oil giant BP shutters its corporate venture arm after 20 years te 2026-07-16T17:40:20.875Z Oil giant BP shutters its corporate venture arm after 20 years BP Ventures is shutting down, ending a nearly 20 year run that was marked by reportedly lackluster returns. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5915a5a12eaf174af815cb Elderly Florida woman goes viral after getting hilariously crude license plate te 2026-07-16T17:32:21.443Z Elderly Florida woman goes viral after getting hilariously crude license plate A nearly 77-year-old South Florida woman drew viral attention on Wednesday after a license plate she believed carried an inappropriate message was mailed to her Pompano Beach home. The plate Nancy Dello Stritto received from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DMV) read, "SQZ A55." "I can handle it if I get a few honks here and there. Actually, being over 70, I might like a few honks," Dello Stritto said, according to 10 Tampa Bay News. Dello Stritto, who will turn 77 next month, said she did not request the plate, which can be interpreted as spelling out a crude phrase. She initially objected to driving through her retirement community with the tag attached to her vehicle. "I don’t think a woman that lives in a senior community that’s going to be 77 years old next month will be driving around with what this plate has to say," Dello Stritto said, according to Fox 8 Live. FLORIDA FISHERMAN USES SPEARGUN TO HOLD OFF THREE ATTACKING SHARKS DURING DESTIN DIVE Dello Stritto also told CBS News Miami that she was stunned when she opened the envelope and saw the new plate. "When I saw that, I went ballistic. I said, ‘How could that pass inspection?’" she said. The plate quickly became a subject of discussion among Dello Stritto’s relatives, friends and neighbors. She said her sons and their friends encouraged her to keep it, with the informal tally reaching 16-1 in favor of putting it on her car. Dello Stritto also showed the plate to an 89-year-old neighbor and explained that it was supposed to remain on her vehicle for the next decade. MAN FLEEING ICE OFFICERS IN FLORIDA IS STRUCK AND KILLED BY TRACTOR-TRAILER, POLICE SAY "And this is what I received from the DMV for my new license plate. That’s good for 10 years," she told the neighbor, according to 10 Tampa Bay. The neighbor offered a one-word endorsement of the plate. "Good," he replied. Dello Stritto said she still planned to alert the DMV, but had become increasingly willing to give the plate a test drive after hearing from people around her. "I’m resigned to it; maybe it was destined for it to be on my car," she told CBS News Miami. FLORIDA SCHOOL PRINCIPALS FACE DUI CHARGES AFTER POLICE TRAFFIC STOPS JUST HOURTS APART The Pompano Beach resident also joked that the unexpected attention could provide an unexpected benefit. "I can handle it; maybe I’ll even get some honks," Dello Stritto said. The plate prompted reactions on social media, where commenters encouraged Dello Stritto to keep the unusual configuration. "I cannot believe that this particular Florida license plate had not been previously requested. She could sell that for thousands," commentator Emily Zanotti wrote. 74-YEAR-OLD BECOMES FLORIDA'S OLDEST INMATE EXECUTED AFTER 1982 KILLING OF TEEN Radio host Dana Loesch joked about the reactions the plate could generate in Dello Stritto’s community. "I just want to be in the church parking lot on Sunday to see the reactions," Loesch said. OutKick’s Clay Travis shared the story with a brief reaction. "Dying," Travis said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Fox News Digital reached out to Dello Stritto for comment but did not immediately receive a response. It was not immediately clear how the plate was generated or whether the combination was reviewed before it was mailed. Florida’s standard license plates are replaced every 10 years under state law, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Dello Stritto indicated that the plate was issued as part of that scheduled replacement cycle. The agency lists three standard plate options: a county-name plate where available, a "Sunshine State" plate and an "In God We Trust" plate. Standard plates receive alphanumeric configurations unless a motorist separately applies and pays for a personalized plate. Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division serves as an agent of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and issues license plates and parking permits. Its motor vehicle office is located in Plantation. An office manager told CBS News Miami that Broward County would replace a license plate deemed offensive at no cost if Dello Stritto brought it to the Plantation office. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591591a12eaf174af815c2 Baltimore beat-down: Video shows group of teens pummeling elderly man outside 7-Eleven as police hunt suspects te 2026-07-16T17:32:01.488Z Baltimore beat-down: Video shows group of teens pummeling elderly man outside 7-Eleven as police hunt suspects Police are searching for a group of suspects accused of beating up an elderly man and attempting to rob him outside a gas station in Baltimore. Surveillance video shows the group run up to the man outside a 7-Eleven and proceed to attack him and display weapons. The six unknown suspects wearing hooded sweatshirts appear to have knocked the man to the ground several times while also throwing various objects at him. FLORIDA MEN INDICTED IN ARMED HOME INVASION WHERE SUSPECT POSED AS UTILITY WORKER, 13-YEAR-OLD ZIP-TIED: DOJ At one point, it appears one of the suspects points what looks like an assault rifle at the victim and another suspect points a sword at him in the video shared by police. Baltimore Police report it happened in the city's Northern District just before 4 a.m. on July 7 at the 7-Eleven location on Liberty Heights Avenue. The attack follows an announcement Baltimore's Democratic mayor, Brandon M. Scott, Brandon M. Scott made about the reported drop in violent crime in the city. JUDGE JUDY'S SON ADAM LEVY SAYS HE COULD FIX LOS ANGELES ‘IN A MONTH’ Mayor Scott's office noted the city has seen 50 homicides so far this year. "This total represents the fewest homicides ever recorded in Baltimore through the first six months of a calendar year. Compared to this date last year, Baltimore has seen a 23.1% decrease in homicides and a 2.5% decrease in non-fatal shootings," the announcement reported. As for the 7-Eleven incident, Baltimore Police confirmed to Fox News Digital that "the victim sustained minor bruising from the assault." Police could not confirm if suspects were involved in other related crimes in the city. The investigation is ongoing. NEW 911 AUDIO CAPTURES NEIGHBORS WARNING OF 'FULL-OUT WAR' BEFORE POLICE WERE ATTACKED IN BLOCK PARTY CHAOS Fox News Digital has reached out to 7-Eleven for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591554a12eaf174af8159b Lake Mead will keep setting record lows over the next two years, forecasters say te 2026-07-16T17:31:00.542Z Lake Mead will keep setting record lows over the next two years, forecasters say It’s a race to the bottom for Southern Nevada’s primary water source as federal forecasters again downgraded how low they expect Lake Mead to go over the next two years. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59152ca12eaf174af81568 Newsletter platform Beehiiv now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI te 2026-07-16T17:30:20.101Z Newsletter platform Beehiiv now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591339a12eaf174af81543 A raunchy joke by ESPYs host about DJ Khaled somehow flew right by the Disney censors te 2026-07-16T17:22:01.097Z A raunchy joke by ESPYs host about DJ Khaled somehow flew right by the Disney censors What a Mickey Mouse operation. During Wednesday night's ESPYs show on ABC, Saturday Night Live star Marcello Hernandez slipped a dirty joke about DJ Khaled's sex life right by Disney's standards and practices team with ease. "Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome three guys who simply refuse to go down: Jake Paul, Mike Tyson and DJ Khaled," Hernandez said while laughing at his own joke. MARCELLO HERNÁNDEZ ROASTS JAKE PAUL, TIGER WOODS AND BILL BELICHICK IN ESPYS MONOLOGUE What's so funny? If you go back to 2018, Khaled made Internet headlines as sleuths started digging into what is believed to be a 2014 appearance on The Breakfast Club where the DJ had some rather interesting things to say about his personal life. "If you holding it down for your woman, I feel like the woman should praise and the man should praise the Queen," Khaled explained. "But, you know, my way of praising is called, 'How was dinner? You like the house you living in? You like all them clothes you getting? I'm taking care of your family, I'm taking care of my family.'" When pressed on whether he "goes down" on his then-girlfriend, Nicole Tuck, Khaled immediately said that's not his thing. "Nah, never. Nah, I can't do that. Hell nah...I can't do that. I don't do that," Khaled fired back, while noting he'd have a problem if a woman created a similar rule. DAN LE BATARD, WHO PREVIOUSLY AVOIDED DOUG EMHOFF ABUSE ALLEGATION, DECLARES JOURNALISM 'DEAD' CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS When he was pressed over his rules for thee, not for me, stance, the DJ didn't budge. "It's different rules for men. You gotta understand, we the King," he added. Tuck and Khaled now have two sons. While it wasn't a moment like 1998 when Norm MacDonald joked about having "inappropriate relations" with ESPN interns backstage at the ESPYs, Hernandez getting an oral sex joke past Disney in 2026 is still impressive considering the network's history of cutting to dead air over sex jokes. During a 2017 show, Dan Le Batard was censored while speculating that Rob Gronkowski's could end via a sex act. "It’s OK for Gronk to reference the number between 68 and 70, but not me? The hell is this, Disney? Somebody explain this to me. Because that’s the way he’s going to die!" Le Batard said at the time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5912fca12eaf174af8151b The Sunset Strip Becomes a Gushing River After Water Main Break te 2026-07-16T17:21:00.675Z The Sunset Strip Becomes a Gushing River After Water Main Break The deluge was so strong that one person was briefly swept away and underground garages were flooded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5912e8a12eaf174af8150b Por amor al fútbol: Habitantes de Tucson viven juntos la Copa del Mundo te 2026-07-16T17:20:40.711Z Por amor al fútbol: Habitantes de Tucson viven juntos la Copa del Mundo Aficionados de todo el mundo llenan ciudades, estadios, bares, restaurantes, hogares y espacios comunitarios este verano para disfrutar de uno de los eventos deportivos y culturales más populares del mundo. La 23.ª Copa Mundial masculina de la FIFA, que se celebra este verano, es la primera en contar con 48 selecciones y tres países anfitriones: Canadá, México y Estados Unidos. En Tucson, los aficionados se reúnen frente a televisores y pantallas de proyección para apoyar a sus equipos y jugadores favoritos, mientras aprovechan un respiro del intenso calor del verano. Los partidos generan un flujo constante de clientes para algunos pequeños negocios durante la temporada más lenta de la ciudad y brindan a las personas la oportunidad de socializar y conectar de nuevas maneras. Para quienes siguen el torneo desde Estados Unidos, los 39 días de competencia ponen en primer plano la diversidad y el carácter internacional del evento. El ganador de la semifinal del miércoles entre Argentina e Inglaterra, en este caso Argentina, se enfrentará a España en la final del domingo. El partido por el tercer lugar se disputará el sábado entre Francia y el perdedor del encuentro entre Argentina e Inglaterra. Arizona Luminaria visitó algunos espacios en Tucson donde los aficionados siguen la Copa del Mundo para explorar qué significan estos partidos para las personas, cómo celebran las comunidades e identidades internacionales y qué hace que un lugar se sienta como un hogar. Chris Martinez permanece sentado en Zerai’s International Bar, en el centro de Tucson, mientras observa el partido entre Argentina y Egipto el 7 de julio de 2026. Credit: Summer Williams Chris Martinez, originario de Tucson, ha seguido la Copa del Mundo desde que era niño. “Mi primera Copa del Mundo fue en 2006. Era muy pequeño, tenía 7 años, y fue mi padrastro quien me la presentó. Me dijo: ‘Te va a encantar’. Me emocioné muchísimo y le hacía preguntas a mi mamá, como: ‘¿Sabías que esta es la bandera de Túnez?’ o ‘Esta es la bandera de Trinidad y Tobago’”, contó mientras observaba un partido sentado en una mesa del Zerai’s International Bar en el centro de Tucson. “Es una forma muy especial de aprender sobre diferentes culturas y países que no ocurre en un salón de clases y que hace mucho más accesible conocer cómo es una cultura frente a tus propios ojos”. Martinez, maestro de inglés de sexto grado en BASIS Tucson North, dijo que la docencia le permite convivir con estudiantes de muchas culturas y que vivir en Tucson le da acceso a una comunidad más diversa. Dijo que sigue de cerca las historias que surgen durante la Copa del Mundo y disfruta ver cómo diferentes culturas y comunidades se unen, incluso en un momento en que las conexiones internacionales en Estados Unidos parecen más complejas. Rachael Colasanto observa el inicio del partido entre Noruega e Inglaterra desde el área entre la cocina y el mostrador de su cafetería y panadería Holy Focaccia el 9 de julio de 2026. Credit: Summer Williams “Antes de que comenzara la Copa del Mundo, estaba muy preocupado de que todo fuera un desastre. Y no era el único, especialmente considerando todo lo que ha estado pasando. Pero durante los primeros días empezaron a aparecer comentarios en las redes sociales de turistas diciendo: ‘Ustedes son encantadores’. O: ‘De verdad me encantan los estadounidenses’. También he visto muchísimos videos virales de personas diciendo: ‘Voy a llevar a estos turistas a comer barbecue coreano o barbecue texano’, invitándolos a almorzar o haciendo cosas así. Y ellos respondían: ‘Dios mío, esto está buenísimo’. Me da mucho gusto ver que, cuando los políticos no están de por medio, realmente nos llevamos bien”. Rachael Colasanto dirige una panadería y cafetería donde los partidos se proyectan en una pared de la cocina abierta. “Cualquier partido que se juegue mientras la panadería está abierta, lo vemos. La verdad es que cualquier equipo es divertido de ver”, dijo Colasanto. “Y siento que, especialmente en este torneo, ha habido países que simplemente han aparecido y nos han sorprendido”. La cafetería-panadería de Colasanto,Holy Focaccia, abrió hace apenas cinco meses como un establecimiento físico, después de haber iniciado el negocio desde su casa en Barrio Viejo durante la pandemia y de vender en mercados de agricultores locales y en Slow Body Beer. Sin embargo, el lugar ya se ha convertido en el espacio que ella imaginaba: lleno de gente, comida y vida. El local es pequeño y tiene pocos asientos, pero casi dos docenas de personas lo han llenado para ver los partidos. “Sé que probablemente todos estamos cansados de hablar de lo lentos que son los negocios durante el verano, pero esto realmente nos ha mantenido a flote y ha llenado esos vacíos que deja la temporada, especialmente siendo un negocio nuevo. Así que extendemos nuestro horario. Los jueves suelen ser nuestro día más lento de la semana, y ver el lugar así de lleno definitivamente nos ayuda”. Zakaria Boucetta y Rachael Colasanto posan frente al mostrador de Holy Focaccia el 9 de julio de 2026. Credit: Summer Williams Colasanto y su pareja, Zakaria Boucetta, son aficionados al fútbol desde hace muchos años. La familia de Colasanto tiene raíces en Italia y ella jugó fútbol desde los 4 años hasta la preparatoria. Boucetta, de ascendencia marroquí y portuguesa, nació en Canadá. Él diseñó el espacio y esperaba que el local estuviera listo para abrir a tiempo para la Copa del Mundo. Ambos eligieron Tucson como su hogar después de mudarse desde Nueva York. Los partidos representan una oportunidad para compartir su amor por otros países y por los lugares que han formado parte de sus vidas. “Recuerdo perfectamente haber visto grandes partidos en distintos bares o restaurantes, y esos momentos siguen muy presentes en mi memoria. Ahora que puedo hacerlo en mi propio espacio, a veces me parece increíble”, dijo mientras estaba sentada en el mostrador de la panadería observando hacia la cocina, donde su equipo se preparaba para el servicio de la tarde. “Este es nuestro lugar, y podemos transmitir estos partidos. Tal vez tenga el mismo impacto en alguien más y recuerde que vio, no sé, a Marruecos perder —entre lágrimas— en Holy Focaccia. Los lugares tienen un significado muy especial para mí, y todo esto ha sido muy divertido”.  Aarush Parvataneni posa junto a un cartel de la Copa del Mundo en el patio exterior de Zerai’s International Bar el 7 de julio de 2026. Parvataneni acudió al bar con un amigo para ver el partido entre Argentina y Egipto. Credit: Summer Williams Para Aarush Parvataneni, seguir la Copa del Mundo ha sido, en su mayor parte, una experiencia divertida desde la comodidad de su hogar. “Es el evento deportivo más grande. Hay muchísimos equipos de todo el mundo y puedes ver, desde el punto de vista deportivo, a todos estos equipos de primer nivel competir entre sí. También hay muchas historias de equipos que llegan como favoritos inesperados, y eso siempre es emocionante de seguir. Pero además, fuera de la cancha, es fascinante ver cómo se encuentran y conviven distintas culturas y tradiciones futbolísticas, así como a los aficionados de todas partes del mundo. Se siente como una gran celebración”. Parvataneni tiene un par de críticas sobre la Copa del Mundo: el precio de las entradas para los partidos y las pausas para hidratación en cada tiempo, que, en su opinión, interrumpen el ritmo del juego. “Da la impresión de que solo buscan generar más dinero al incluir más anuncios, en lugar de preocuparse por los jugadores. Además, eso cambia la forma en que se desarrolla el partido, porque si un equipo lleva el impulso del juego y luego hay una pausa para hidratación, pierde ese impulso”. Aun así, ha disfrutado seguir a distintos jugadores y las historias de los equipos sorpresa durante la Copa del Mundo, ya sea desde su casa o en Zerai’s International Bar. “Creo que, en general, la gente y los aficionados son quienes han hecho grande a la Copa del Mundo, pero la FIFA y, supongo, los gobiernos o las personas con más poder, podrían haber hecho un mejor trabajo”. Desde que se mudó hace cuatro años de Bangalore, India, a Tucson para estudiar en la Universidad de Arizona, Parvataneni sigue principalmente los deportes universitarios y el críquet. “La Copa del Mundo nos hace apreciar la diversidad que existe en el mundo y cómo todos estos países son tan diferentes y únicos a su manera. Creo que eso es algo realmente increíble de ver y, no sé, también me dan ganas de viajar a todos esos países”.  Luca Ravaglia posa frente a Zerai’s International Bar, en Tucson, con la bandera de Cabo Verde sobre los hombros el 7 de julio de 2026. Credit: Summer Williams Luca Ravaglia no se ha perdido ni un solo partido de esta Copa del Mundo. Nació en Italia, pero creció en Phoenix. Dijo que el fútbol lo conecta con su familia y con su identidad italiana. “Es algo muy importante en Europa; no se trata solo de los equipos. Significa mucho más para la gente. Poder seguirlo, involucrarte con un club, te ayuda a comprender mejor la cultura y, en general, la sociedad del lugar de donde vienes”. En Tucson, ha visto todos los partidos de esta Copa del Mundo en Zerai’s International Bar. Conoció el bar cuando abrió hace más de dos años y, desde entonces, se ha convertido en un punto de encuentro para conocer mejor distintos deportes y equipos. “Es casi como un centro internacional, tal como lo dice el nombre del bar. La gente llega, conoces personas nuevas y puedes ver cómo viven la experiencia, el orgullo que sienten por sus países. Vives aquí, en Tucson, pero al mismo tiempo puedes sentir ese ambiente internacional a través de las experiencias de quienes vienen a ver los partidos’. Como Italia no logró clasificar a la Copa del Mundo, Ravaglia dijo que pudo apoyar a distintos equipos, especialmente a los considerados favoritos inesperados y a las selecciones africanas. “Ha habido buenas historias y también malas. Tiene ambos lados”. Aficionados disfrutan la Copa del Mundo en Tucson. Ravaglia siguió de cerca la situación de Irán, cuya selección tenía previsto entrenar en el Kino Sports Complex de Tucson en junio, pero que posteriormente se trasladó a Tijuana, México, debido a problemas con las visas y al conflicto bélico con Estados Unidos que comenzó a principios de este año. “Esas fueron escenas bastante desagradables que quedaron expuestas”, dijo Ravaglia. También observó cómo personas de todo el mundo llegaron a Estados Unidos y experimentaron por primera vez la cultura estadounidense. “En ese sentido, ha sido algo positivo para quienes pudieron venir desde distintas partes del mundo, conocer el país y vivir la experiencia. Pero también hubo aspectos negativos, como la resistencia por parte de la administración y todo lo relacionado con ello. Así que esas dos tensiones se han estado desarrollando al mismo tiempo”. The post Por amor al fútbol: Habitantes de Tucson viven juntos la Copa del Mundo appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5912d4a12eaf174af814eb Uber’s $14.8B Delivery Hero deal would nearly double its global footprint te 2026-07-16T17:20:20.746Z Uber’s $14.8B Delivery Hero deal would nearly double its global footprint Uber has agreed to acquire Delivery Hero in a $14.8 billion all-stock deal that would nearly double the company’s global footprint and create one of the world’s largest food delivery platforms outside China. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591146a12eaf174af814c6 New York Times blasts ‘abusive’ Trump subpoenas targeting reporters’ sources te 2026-07-16T17:13:42.272Z New York Times blasts ‘abusive’ Trump subpoenas targeting reporters’ sources The New York Times asked a federal court in Manhattan on Wednesday to quash Justice Department subpoenas ordering three of its reporters to testify before a grand jury, arguing the Trump administration was retaliating against the newspaper for reporting on security concerns involving the Qatari-donated Air Force One. "As we set out in our motion, these subpoenas are brought in bad faith to punish The Times for its coverage," David McCraw, the Times’ senior vice president and deputy general counsel, said. "They violate the constitutional rights of The Times and its journalists. We are going to court to defend our journalists’ rights to report freely on the administration and to provide the public with stories that matter." McCraw said the demands were "abusive and improper" and violated the constitutional rights of the newspaper and its journalists. TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SUBPOENAS NY TIMES JOURNALISTS IN GRAND JURY LEAK PROBE TIED TO AIR FORCE ONE REPORT "We are going to court to defend our journalists’ rights to report freely on the administration and to provide the public with stories that matter," McCraw said. The subpoenas were delivered Friday, including to reporters at their homes, and directed the journalists to appear before a federal grand jury on Wednesday. The testimony did not proceed after the Times filed its legal challenge. The newspaper initially expected five journalists to receive subpoenas, but three were ultimately served, according to the AP. The dispute followed Times reporting that Trump switched to an older Air Force One after the newspaper reported the newly retrofitted aircraft lacked some advanced security systems, including antimissile capabilities. Trump denied that security concerns prompted the change. The administration spent approximately $400 million upgrading the aircraft after Qatar donated it. The filing was submitted under seal in the Southern District of New York pursuant to a court order, the AP reported. The Times also asked the court to unseal the documents. TRUMP EXPLAINS WHY HE'S FLYING OLD AIR FORCE ONE BACK TO DC "The Times believes that the public has a right to information about this case," McCraw said. The Justice Department disputed the Times' characterization and said the investigation was focused on government employees suspected of disclosing protected information rather than the journalists who received it. "To be clear, reporters are not the targets, those leaking classified information are," the department said. The department said journalists play an important role while arguing that federal authorities must protect sensitive government information. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' "We value and appreciate the important role that the press plays in this country," the department said. "But DOJ also plays an important role to make sure that the people entrusted with our nation’s secrets do what they’re supposed to do with that information, which means not sharing classified information." In a statement to Fox News Digital, a White House official said the administration viewed disclosures involving the presidential aircraft as a potential danger to those aboard and would pursue the people responsible through lawful means. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "Leaks that jeopardize the safety of the President, his staff, and the traveling press pool are dangerous and a threat to national security," the White House official said. "The White House takes these leaks seriously and will do everything legally to ensure the individual or individuals are caught and it does not happen again." Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the subpoenas during his Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday, describing the reporters as potential witnesses in a criminal leak investigation. "They’re material witnesses, just like a reporter would be a material witness to a car crash," Blanche said. The subpoenas were issued by Manhattan U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton, who appeared Wednesday before the Senate Intelligence Committee as Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence, according to the AP. Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., questioned whether prosecutors had first exhausted other avenues for obtaining the information. "We followed the processes that we’re required to follow," Clayton said according to CNN, including procedures intended to protect the First Amendment and press freedom. The subpoenas came after the Justice Department restored prosecutors’ authority in 2025 to use subpoenas, court orders and search warrants during investigations of unauthorized disclosures to journalists, reversing Biden-era protections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591132a12eaf174af814bd Mamdani sparks fierce backlash for World Cup stunt 'palling around' with Rikers Island convicts te 2026-07-16T17:13:22.818Z Mamdani sparks fierce backlash for World Cup stunt 'palling around' with Rikers Island convicts Controversial New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is being torn to shreds for fraternizing with inmates at Rikers Island while they watched the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday afternoon. The Associated Press filmed Mamdani walking into a recreation room where inmates in tan jumpsuits were watching the game between Argentina and England. He sat down at a table and smiled while speaking to the inmates as the audio of the game played in the background. His voice was then dubbed over the video. MAMDANI DEFENDS CONTROVERSIAL NYC MAP AFTER OMITTING ICONIC LITTLE ITALY, JEWISH AND IRISH NEIGHBORHOODS "I hope that this shares with people who are incarcerated here on Rikers that they too are a part of New York City," Mamdani said. "The World Cup has been a magical moment for the entire city." He also insisted in the impromptu on-camera remarks that the convicts were part of the New York City community. "These are New Yorkers, and they will be New Yorkers when they get out of Rikers. They are New Yorkers today, and I wanted to make sure we could celebrate this moment together," the socialist mayor said. Mamdani was scorched online for the stunt, with users launching into the mayor who has been viewed as soft-on-crime, and has recently cut NYPD's budget by about $22 million. MAMDANI WALKS BACK PLAN TO INCREASE NYPD HEADCOUNT FOLLOWING DSA PRESSURE "As usual, communists prioritizing criminals and leeches over the honest working middle class and the movers and shakers," one user said. "Can this guy be on the right side of any subject," said another. "How dumb are New Yorkers, to see this guy and go 'yes. That’s the leader we need.'" DEMOCRATIC SENATE CANDIDATE CALLED FOR MASS RELEASE OF CRIMINALS DURING PRISON ABOLITION WEBINAR A third wrote: "Mamdani is literally laughing in everyone’s face for electing him by openly palling around with criminals every chance he can get." "Unbelievable. He's now partying with prisoners. Great job voting for him, New Yorkers!" said another. "Only a violent commie bastard would glorify the worst of criminals," yet another lamented. "They are deliberately NOT PART of society because they lost the privilege. What the f--- message is raining charity on them trying to send?" In the past, Mamdani notoriously questioned what purpose prison serve, suggesting they should be abolished. Meanwhile rapes are up 6.6% in New York City compared to this time last year. Mamdani was similarly excoriated online when he blamed the "definition of what counts as rape" for that statistic rising. Mamdani's office did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59111fa12eaf174af814b4 Jim Jordan says House weighing criminal referral of Jack Smith for allegedly lying to Congress te 2026-07-16T17:13:03.362Z Jim Jordan says House weighing criminal referral of Jack Smith for allegedly lying to Congress Former Special Counsel Jack Smith is being considered for a criminal referral to the Justice Department, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan said Wednesday, as Republicans examine whether Smith misled lawmakers during testimony about his investigation into President Donald Trump. "We're already looking at that," Jordan told "Hannity" when asked about the potential criminal referral. "Do we need to refer him to the Justice Department, to Attorney General Blanche, for them to go ahead and move forward with prosecution? We're looking at that as we speak." FBI QUESTIONING CURRENT AND FORMER CIA OFFICIALS IN DOJ PROBE INTO JOHN BRENNAN'S ROLE IN RUSSIA ASSESSMENT Jordan pointed to Smith's congressional testimony regarding his office's acquisition of telephone toll records, in which Smith said investigators did not obtain the contents of communications. "Toll records were sought for historical telephone routing information, collected after calls had taken place, identifying the incoming and outgoing call numbers, the time of the calls and their duration," Smith testified at the time. "Toll records do not include the content of calls." Jordan argued that newly disclosed information shows Smith's team obtained and reviewed congressional text messages, which he said contradicted Smith's testimony that investigators sought only telephone toll records — not texts or the broader contents of communications. APOLOGIES AND CASH HEADED TO ALLEGED 'WEAPONIZATION' VICTIMS IN BILLION-DOLLAR TRUMP SETTLEMENT In December, Smith told the committee, "No, I don't recall," when asked whether he had sought a search warrant for text messages from members of Congress, and responded, "Correct," when asked whether investigators had only sought toll records. Smith was thrust back into the spotlight Wednesday during Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing when Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., pressed the Justice Department over newly revealed allegations regarding the Biden-era special counsel's review of lawmakers' text messages.  Kennedy referred to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, who announced Tuesday that records provided to the committee showed Smith's team obtained and reviewed text messages involving 44 current and former lawmakers as part of the Trump election probe. Kennedy was not among those on the list released by Grassley's office. MIKE DAVIS: WHY SENATE MUST IGNORE OBAMA JUDGE'S ATTACK ON AG NOMINEE TODD BLANCHE Blanche confirmed that the DOJ is investigating. "They got my phone logs," Jordan said. "There were 44 members of the United States Congress — members, senators, members of the House. Even some Democrats, a handful of Democrats, were caught up in this. Again, you can't do that... it wasn't just the toll. I never forget the toll records issue," he continued. Jordan accused Smith's team of going to "another branch of government" and obtaining the information without a warrant. "They got it, and they didn't screen it, and then Jack Smith, under oath, says, 'No, no. We didn't get any contents.' Well, shazam, it looks like they did, and it looks like he wasn't square with us when he testified in front of our committee," he said. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., reacted similarly on Wednesday, insisting on "Hannity" that Smith should be "prosecuted." "What did he do with the text messages? We don't know that yet. What we do know is he absolutely read them. He absolutely shared them with members of his team and all of that illegally," Hawley alleged. "The Justice Department requires that there be screening for any members of Congress [regarding] their text messages. Jack Smith said under oath that he didn't seek the text messages of members of Congress, but in fact, we know that he did. So he lied, he violated the law, he violated the Constitution. This guy ought to be prosecuted." Representatives for Smith did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Fox News' Ashley J. DiMella contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59110ba12eaf174af814ab Tesla helped save a driver. Is your car ready? te 2026-07-16T17:12:43.906Z Tesla helped save a driver. Is your car ready? A medical emergency behind the wheel is terrifying because every second suddenly feels bigger. You are trying to stay calm, stay safe and get help before things spiral. That is why John Brandt's story is getting so much attention. His Tesla Model Y helped keep him moving during a heart attack, while his son used the Tesla app to reroute the car to a nearby emergency room. The bigger takeaway isn’t that your car can replace 911. It cannot. The lesson is that connected-car settings, trusted app access and emergency contacts should be ready before you ever need them. 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Because he was an authorized driver on his father's Tesla account, he could send a new destination to the vehicle through the Tesla app. He found Tanner Medical Center in Carrollton, Georgia and rerouted the car there. He also called ahead, so emergency room staff knew a possible heart attack patient was coming. Brandt later said doctors found three blocked arteries and told him the fast reroute likely saved his life. Brandt credited his family, the hospital team and Tesla's technology for helping him survive. His experience also shows why trusted access should be set up before a crisis starts. This story hits home because it sounds like something that could happen to any of us. You may be driving to help a parent. You may be on a highway before sunrise. You may think you feel heartburn or stress until the pain gets worse. Most of us think about car safety in terms of brakes, airbags and tires. However, this story shows that app access, navigation settings and trusted contacts can also play a role in a crisis. That does not mean your car becomes a paramedic. It means your connected vehicle can give your family more ways to help if something goes wrong. Brandt's experience raises a question every driver should consider: If you suddenly could not manage the trip alone, would someone you trust know how to step in and help? If you own a Tesla, start with trusted driver access. Add someone you trust completely, such as a spouse, adult child or close family member. Tesla lets owners add drivers through the Tesla app. Once added, that person may be able to access key vehicle features from their own phone. Choose carefully. A trusted driver may be able to see your vehicle location and use important app controls. That access can help in an emergency, but it also deserves serious thought. TESLA ROBOTAXI MIAMI LAUNCH COMES WITH LIMITS Next, show that person how to send a destination to your Tesla. Do not make this something they figure out during a crisis. Sit in the parked car and test it together. Have them send a familiar destination to the vehicle. Make sure you both understand what appears on the screen. Then talk through what they should do if you ever call and say something is wrong. Also save useful locations in your navigation system. Add home, work and hospitals you would likely use. If you often drive between two cities, look at hospitals along that route before you need them. Tesla calls the system Full Self-Driving Supervised for a reason. The driver still needs to pay attention and stay ready to take over at any time. Brandt's experience shows how the technology and app connectivity helped during one frightening emergency. But a Tesla cannot replace 911, an ambulance or a trained medical team. If you feel chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, lightheadedness or pain in your arm, back or jaw, treat it as an emergency. Pull over safely if you can. Call 911 immediately. Emergency responders can start care on the way to the hospital and alert the ER before you arrive. Your car may help your family find you or send a destination. Still, it should never delay a medical call. You do not need a Tesla to learn from this story. Many newer vehicles have connected apps, navigation tools, roadside assistance buttons or emergency calling features. First, remember this: your car should never replace 911. If you are having a medical emergency, pull over safely if you can and call for help immediately. These steps are about giving your family extra ways to help, not replacing emergency responders. Open your automaker's app and review what it can do. Look for vehicle location, shared driver access, remote lock controls, roadside assistance and navigation features. Then make sure your trusted contact can use the app if your car allows it. If the app requires a login, two-factor code or owner approval, handle that now. Also check app access after you get a new phone. Permissions can change when you upgrade. Also, because vehicle apps can show location and control certain car features, use a strong unique password, store it in a password manager and turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) if available. Only give app access to someone you fully trust. Make sure your vehicle app can use location services when needed. Also allow important notifications from the app so you do not miss alerts about your car. Ask your trusted contact to check the same settings on their phone. If they cannot see your vehicle, receive alerts or open the app quickly, they may not be able to help during a crisis. Some vehicles let you send a destination from your phone to the dashboard. Others do not. Find out now. Sit in your parked car and send a destination from your phone. Then ask your trusted contact to try it if they have authorized access. This quick test can prevent confusion later. It also shows you what your car will display when a new destination arrives. Many vehicles have an SOS button, emergency assistance button or roadside help button. Do not assume they all work the same way. Check your owner's manual or automaker app. Find out whether the button calls 911, a private call center or roadside assistance. Also learn whether the system shares your vehicle location. That detail can be critical if you cannot explain where you are. Your phone may help even more than your car. Add emergency contacts, fill out your Medical ID or emergency information and make sure your family can reach you even when Do Not Disturb is on. Apple says iPhone emergency contacts can receive a text and your location after an emergency call, while Samsung lets Galaxy owners add emergency contacts, medical info and SOS sharing from Safety and emergency settings. On iPhone To make sure key people can reach you, go to Settings → Focus → Do Not Disturb → People and allow calls or notifications from your trusted contacts. You can also open a contact, tap Edit , choose Ringtone or Text Tone and turn on Emergency Bypass . Emergency Bypass can allow that person's calls or texts to come through even when Focus settings would normally silence them. On Samsung Galaxy Settings may vary depending on your Android's manufacturer On Galaxy phones, also check Settings → Safety and emergency → Emergency Location Service and turn it on if available. This can help share your location with emergency responders in supported regions. To let important calls through Do Not Disturb, go to Settings → Notifications → Do not disturb → Calls and messages or Allowed during Do not disturb , then allow favorite contacts or selected contacts. Favorite contacts can be allowed through while Do Not Disturb is on. Technology can fail. Phones lose battery. Apps can lock you out. Keep a small emergency card in your wallet or glove box. Include emergency contacts, allergies, medications and your preferred hospital. If you have a heart condition or another medical concern, ask your doctor what details should be listed. Trusted access should not be set once and forgotten. Remove anyone who no longer needs access to your vehicle app. Add someone new if your family situation changes. Also update emergency contacts after a move, phone change or major health update. John Brandt's story is scary because it could happen to anyone. His Tesla helped, but the real lesson is preparation. If your car has an app, know what it can do before an emergency. Add a trusted family member, test the navigation tools and make sure your phone's emergency features are filled out. A car should never replace calling 911. However, the right setup can give your family one more way to help when every second counts. If your car were involved in an emergency, would your family know what to do? 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/6a5910f8a12eaf174af814a2 Tim Scott says he'd 'love to see' Fox News host replace Lindsey Graham te 2026-07-16T17:12:24.454Z Tim Scott says he'd 'love to see' Fox News host replace Lindsey Graham The Republican in charge of funding and backing candidates for the Senate has two people in mind to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C. Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., has been fielding calls from former and current members of Congress all interested in jumping into the Aug. 11 special election to replace the late lawmaker, but there’s only one he’s been calling consistently: former Rep. Trey Gowdy, R-S.C. Scott said during an event remembering his colleague Graham on Wednesday, "You probably will be surprised to hear this, but I have an affinity for Trey Gowdy. GRAHAM'S DEATH IGNITES GOP SCRAMBLE FOR SENATE SEAT AS TRUMP HINTS HE ALREADY HAS A FAVORITE "Trey would be an amazing senator for South Carolina. I'm not sure that, as he says, he could afford the alimony or the pay cut," Scott said. "But I would love to see him. He's happily married, by the way." Gowdy served in the House for eight years, opting to retire from the lower chamber in 2019 after making a name for himself leading the House Select Committee on Benghazi, where he peppered former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on the 2012 terrorist attacks in Libya where four Americans died. He’s since become a host on Fox News. Scott believed that Gowdy could easily slot into the role because of his years of experience in Congress, and noted that he shared similar areas of expertise as Graham, given his past as a prosecutor and his foreign policy acumen. TRUMP AG PICK HANGS BY A THREAD AS KEY GOP SENATORS REFUSE TO COMMIT And he could easily step in on the Senate Judiciary Committee, where Graham was expected to become chair next year, to debate and help select a new Supreme Court Justice should a retirement come down the pike in the near future. "I think he would make a great representative," Scott said. "I think that's undeniably true." "I can't think of a better person that, I think, represents the heart of South Carolina than Trey Gowdy," Scott said. "However, he's been pretty clear that he is not looking for the job, asking for the job. I'm trying to get him interested in it, but we'll see if that works out at all." TRUMP REVEALS WHO HE'S EYEING TO REPLACE LINDSEY GRAHAM But,he acknowledged that there are others who may be catching the eye of President Donald Trump, who will likely have a major role in tapping Graham’s successor. "The president's enthusiasm around Russell Fry probably is no surprise to anybody," Scott said. "But I have not seen or heard of an endorsement yet coming out of the White House." Trump has suggested that Rep. Russell Fry, R-S.C., who he handpicked to run for the House four years ago, would be a person to watch in the special election. And Fry has been communicating with the White House about jumping into the race. But there’s also another person that, in Scott’s opinion, would be a near-perfect fit to replace Graham: his sister, Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., who was appointed to fill out the remainder of her brother’s term. "I think the truth of the matter is that Darline has so far been off to a remarkable start," he said. "Why not her, would be my question." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5910e4a12eaf174af81492 ‘We’re embarrassed’: Phoenix Mercury look to regroup in second half of WNBA season te 2026-07-16T17:12:04.482Z ‘We’re embarrassed’: Phoenix Mercury look to regroup in second half of WNBA season PHOENIX – Embarrassed.  That was the word Kahleah Copper used to describe the Phoenix Mercury’s historic blowout loss to the Las Vegas Aces on July 11. “We’re embarrassed about it,” the 11-year WNBA veteran said after practice at the Mountain America Performance Center on Wednesday. “And we should have been.” The 106-58 loss in Las Vegas is tied for the third-largest blowout in WNBA history, but it was just the latest setback in a season that has fallen well short of expectations after a WNBA Finals appearance in 2025 against the Aces. The Mercury sit at 8-17 and 13th in the WNBA standings, 5½ games behind the eighth and final playoff spot with 19 games remaining in the regular season. Following the devastating loss to Las Vegas, the Mercury headed to Minnesota to take on the league-leading Lynx (19-6) on July 13. Although Phoenix suffered another loss, the game was a nail-biter, with the Lynx winning 104-100. While it would be easy to take another loss as a negative, coach Nate Tibbetts is taking the positives from the outing. “Tough road trip. The Vegas game was extremely disappointing,” Tibbetts said. “I think that the Minnesota game was like, ‘Who do we want to be?’ And I thought we came out and really competed against the Lynx, which is one of the better teams in the league.” Copper also saw positives. “I think we just got to see our toughness,” she said. “Just how we weren’t satisfied with how we played in Vegas, but we came out swinging like our backs were against the wall.” The defeat in Minnesota was the Mercury’s fourth loss in a row but also their fourth loss this season by four points or fewer. Even though Phoenix fought to the very end, scoring 51 points in the second half, turnovers continued to plague the offense. The Mercury have committed 31 in their past two games. “We’ve really struggled turning it over. I think points off turnovers the last five games, I think we’re at the bottom,” Tibbetts said. “That just puts a lot of pressure on your defense. Obviously, part of my job is to put our best players in positions to create mismatches. At times, I think we’ve found that; I think there’s times that we could do a better job of that.” Copper also pointed to the team’s continuous offensive struggles as an area for growth. “We just have to understand our margin of error is very slim,” Copper said. “So whether it’s turnovers, live ball turnovers, being able to get a stop and then being able to get offensively secure and rebounds, I think the more we just understand what our margin of error is, we’ll be better off in those tight games.” Despite the team’s offensive struggles, Copper remains a focal point of the Mercury offense, leading Phoenix in scoring at 20.5 points per game after dropping 26 points against the Lynx. After a slow start to the season, Copper has become a consistent offensive force, scoring at least 20 points in eight of her past 10 games. “Throughout the season, it’s been just frustrating,” Copper said. “But watching the film and just seeing my personal growth, where it’s like I’m playing without the ball, I know when to go and be a screener and when to tell my teammates to go get it because of the different coverages I’m getting. So I just love seeing that growth out of me where I don’t have to be so ball dominant and I can play without the ball.” Even in her 11th season, Copper believes she’s still got it. “Being able to one-play at every level, but really get back to who I am, get downhill, get into the rim, sometimes I’m like, ‘Damn, I’m really like year 11,’ but I can still get there,” Copper said. “So one, it’s a blessing, but (I’m) just continuing to just polish those things and continuing to work on my finishes.” Looking ahead, every game will be critical as the Mercury push for the eighth seed and the final playoff spot. If the Mercury cannot make up the ground, it would mark just the fourth time in the last 20 seasons that they have missed the playoffs. “We’ve been talking about it. Every game is a big game,” Tibbetts said. “We’re all playing for the eight seed. You don’t have many more times to not say, ‘Hey, we didn’t get that one. We didn’t get that one.’ The time is now and we’ve got to play like it.” Games on Friday and Sunday against the 6-18 Connecticut Sun at Mortgage Matchup Center afford the Mercury a good opportunity to get back on track. “I think just us being realistic and making a push to be even in a conversation of a playoff push,” Copper said of the team’s mindset. “All these games are important and you’re going to be able to push it with the right mindset.” The post ‘We’re embarrassed’: Phoenix Mercury look to regroup in second half of WNBA season appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a591095a12eaf174af81470 Republican Senator Thom Tillis Demands Todd Blanche Meet With Epstein Survivors te 2026-07-16T17:10:45.121Z Republican Senator Thom Tillis Demands Todd Blanche Meet With Epstein Survivors Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina made the stipulation during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Thursday for witnesses to discuss Mr. Blanche’s nomination. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59107ca12eaf174af81449 Newsletter platform Beehiiv’s now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI te 2026-07-16T17:10:20.598Z Newsletter platform Beehiiv’s now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590c7fa12eaf174af813cf Trinity Rodman says NWSL record-crowd game in NY should not have been played amid poor air te 2026-07-16T16:53:19.922Z Trinity Rodman says NWSL record-crowd game in NY should not have been played amid poor air The largest crowd at Citi Field this year has not been for a New York Mets game, but rather for Wednesday night's record-setting contest between Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). A total of 42,175 fans braved the poor air quality in New York stemming from wildfires in Canada, the most ever for a women's sporting event in New York City, but the spectacle, one of the stars on the pitch said, should not have been played. "If we have to have a hydration break every 15 minutes, then we shouldn’t be playing the game, and that’s my opinion," Washington's Trinity Rodman said, via The Athletic. "But at the end of the day, there’s 40,000 people. It’s a whole event, so it’s really tough. It’s just a really hard situation for everyone to work around." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The air quality in the tri-state area has been deemed "unhealthy," perhaps putting a wrinkle in Sunday's World Cup Final at nearby MetLife Stadium. Rodman said the air quality was "rough" to go along with temperatures that neared triple digits. "Not to make excuses at all, but I think on both sides we were all like, ‘another break, another break, another break,'" Rodman, whose team lost 1-0, said. Earlier this month, Gotham announced the club would start playing at the new Etihad Park adjacent to Citi Field starting in 2028. They currently play at Sports Illustrated Stadium, the home of MLS' New York Red Bulls, in New Jersey. DIGITAL ENTREPRENEUR CREDITS THE WORLD CUP WITH TEACHING ABOUT SOCCER AND BOOSTING HER MONTHLY INCOME NYCFC has played most of its home games at Yankee Stadium but has also started to frequent Citi Field, as it will be moving to Etihad Park as well. Due to the air quality, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherill said she "directed" NJ Transit and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority "to make select quantities of masks available to commuters and at rest areas along the Turnpike and Parkway." New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to "stay somewhere cool" and "drink plenty of water." 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/6a590c6ca12eaf174af813c6 Bodycam shows Nantucket official slurring, swaying during DUI stop after crashing into sign: police te 2026-07-16T16:53:00.470Z Bodycam shows Nantucket official slurring, swaying during DUI stop after crashing into sign: police Newly released video shows a Nantucket official arrested on charges of allegedly being under the influence with alcohol in her car after she crashed into a street sign. Bodycam video from the Yarmouth Police Department shows Nantucket, Massachusetts, town Planning Director Leslie Snell appearing to struggle when asked to perform sobriety tests. Police were responding to the April 20 incident after Snell allegedly crashed into a street sign, according to the Nantucket Current. Snell told the officer she had "Just a couple of drinks" at Giardinos, a local restaurant, when she got out of the Jeep she was driving, according to the bodycam video. FLORIDA SCHOOL PRINCIPALS FACE DUI CHARGES AFTER POLICE TRAFFIC STOPS JUST HOURS APART A bottle of vodka and a box of White Claws could be seen inside the car, according to the video. A police report states that Snell was charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and possessing an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle. Snell reached a plea agreement on April 21 that puts the driving under the influence charge on hold for one year without a formal finding. Under the deal, she must surrender her driver's license for 45 days, complete an alcohol education course and pay $600 in fines. GOT A TIP? According to a police report, Yarmouth police officer Samantha Voltolini said Snell's eyes were "blood shot." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "I observed her to have glassy blood shot eyes," Voltolini said. "I also observed a moderate odor of alcoholic beverage emanating from the vehicle. I then went over to the driver's side to speak with her. I then observed a strong odor of alcoholic beverage emanating from her breath." BODYCAM FOOTAGE FUELS BACKLASH AFTER POLICE HANDCUFF DYING STABBING VICTIM Voltolini could be heard saying that Giardinos was only around 100 yards away. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "I attempted to explain to (Snell) that Giardino's was only a short ways away and I was confused about how she ended up in the parking lot of the Transmission Specialists," Voltolini wrote in the report. "I asked her where she lived. She informed me Nantucket. I asked if she had a place in town she said, ‘yes.’ I asked whereabouts, but she could not inform me. (Snell) named ‘North Troy’ as the location she was attempting to go to. It was difficult to gain information from Woodson due to her speaking incoherently. I asked Woodson if she needed any medical attention, but she refused." During the field sobriety tests, according to the report and body camera video, Voltolini swayed from side to side and was unbalanced. In a comment to The Inquirer and Mirror after being arrested, Snell said, "I deeply regret the event that occurred off-island on April 20 while I was attending to personal commitments. I accept full responsibility for my actions and the matter has been resolved." Fox News Digital reached out to Snell for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590c59a12eaf174af813bd Watch the exact moment a stunned Mike Tyson finds out that Shohei Ohtani is a man during the ESPYs te 2026-07-16T16:52:41.011Z Watch the exact moment a stunned Mike Tyson finds out that Shohei Ohtani is a man during the ESPYs Here's the good news — Shohei Ohtani took home an ESPY award Wednesday night for the best single-game performance of the year. Rightfully so, too. The Los Angeles Dodgers star hit three home runs and struck out 10 in Game 4 of the NLDS last fall. That award was always going to go to Ohtani. It was arguably the greatest playoff performance ever. We may never see it again. Anyway, like I said, that's the good news. LEGENDS JUSTIN VERLANDER AND KATE UPTON MAKE ONE LAST ALL-STAR GAME RED CARPET APPEARANCE The bad news? Mike Tyson, who presented an absent Ohtani with the award during Wednesday night's show, had no idea Shohei was a man until after the fact. That's right. Mike Tyson found out just last night that the best player in Major League Baseball was, indeed, not a woman on stage at the ESPYs. Take a look: "And the ESPY award goes to — check this out — Shohei Ohtani," a proud Tyson exclaimed after correctly saying Shohei's name. "Shohei's a guy?" he then asked Jake Paul with the innocence of a toddler on Christmas morning. He literally had no idea. You can hear it in his voice. Mike Tyson is legitimately stunned to discover that Shohei Ohtani is a guy. He had no idea. None. Zero. Zilch. "Shohei could not be here tonight, he sends his gratitude and appreciate to everyone at ESPN," Jake Paul then said, letting the cat out of the bag for Tyson, who immediately turned to him and asked if he was, indeed, a guy. "Yeah, he's a guy. He's a guy," Paul responded. Amazing. What a sequence. What a show. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Between Tyson having no clue who Shohei Ohtani was, to the Savannah Bananas opening the show with one of the weirdest performances you'll ever see,to some comedian I've never heard of telling just an awful Tiger Woods joke, I'd say this year's ESPYs was another rousing success for ESPN! And by that, I mean another dumpster fire that nobody watched. Sad. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590c45a12eaf174af813b4 Florida congressman moves to impeach judge who ordered convicted Cuban plane hijacker freed from ICE te 2026-07-16T16:52:21.567Z Florida congressman moves to impeach judge who ordered convicted Cuban plane hijacker freed from ICE FIRST ON FOX - Republican Congressman Greg Steube from Florida has filed an article of impeachment against Judge John E. Steele, Fox News Digital has learned. House Resolution 1431 accuses Senior U.S. District Judge John E. Steele of the Middle District of Florida of committing "high crimes and misdemeanors" by ordering the release of convicted Cuban plane hijacker Miakel Guerra Morales from ICE custody. Morales, who is an illegal immigrant from Cuba, was released from ICE custody following Judge Steele's July 8 order. ILLEGAL ALIEN ‘PIRATE’ WHO HIJACKED PLANE TO US FREED BY CLINTON-APPOINTED JUDGE "This is exactly the kind of activist judicial overreach the American people are sick of. Judge Steele had every legal justification to keep a convicted plane hijacker off our streets, and he chose to let him go instead," Congressman Steube said. In 2003, Morales and several others assaulted a flight crew and hijacked a Cuban commuter airplane that he boarded in Nueva Gerona, DHS says. Morales forced the pilot to fly more than 100 miles north to Monroe County, Florida, where it eventually landed at Key West International Airport. The U.S. Marshals Service arrested him and charged him with aircraft piracy and conspiracy to interfere with a flight crew when the flight arrived. He was convicted and sentenced to 22 years behind bars. Despite the conviction, Judge Steele, who was appointed by President Bill Clinton, ordered Morales' release last week, citing a Supreme Court ruling governing the detention of foreign nationals whose removal cannot be carried out. BIDEN JUDGE OVERRULED ON KEY TRUMP IMMIGRATION POLICY "The Government cannot lock individuals in a cell indefinitely as a workaround for a stalled deportation process," the order said. THREE-TIME DEPORTED ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT CHARGED WITH KILLING NORTH CAROLINA GIRL, 6, AFTER RUNNING STOP SIGN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590c31a12eaf174af813a5 Arizona’s iconic saguaros are being threatened. These are the perpetrators te 2026-07-16T16:52:01.079Z Arizona’s iconic saguaros are being threatened. These are the perpetrators TUCSON – It’s hard to imagine a cactus without thinking of a saguaro. Adam Farrell-Wortman has spent more than a decade caring for saguaros at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, where he is the director of horticulture.                                      “You can go anywhere around the world, (and if you tell) a random person to draw a cactus, they will draw a saguaro,” Farrell-Wortman said. “It is the icon of the Northern American desert.” But these towering cacti are vulnerable to other climate related stressors — like extended temperatures, invasive species and fire. “I’ve lived here for 65 years,” said Flint Swerd, a retired high school teacher living in Cave Creek. “I’ve never seen so many saguaros dying.”  Swerd often hikes and mountain bikes and has noticed saguaros rapidly disappearing as wildfires increase. “The desert ecology isn’t evolved with fire,” Farrell-Wortman said. Burns A dead saguaro at the Picacho Peak State Park in Eloy on March 10, 2024. (Photo by Madison Kaminiski/Cronkite News) Saguaros’ strong interior could make them appear tough against fires. Kim Franklin, a conservation research scientist at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, said the cacti are less resilient than they appear. If saguaros are burned at their base, they have a better chance at survival than barrel cacti or baby saguaros, Franklin explained, which are low to the ground. But they still catch fire easily, with fire rapidly traveling from the bottom to the top.  Once a saguaro is ignited, fire can burn its soft tissue. If enough of the epidermis, or inner skin, is burned, the saguaro dies completely, she said. If it survives, it’s never the same again; its epidermis can no longer act as a protective barrier against pathogens. “Think about if your legs were burned from the knees down pretty significantly,” Franklin said. “That would be pretty hard on you.” Surviving saguaros are left with permanent burn scars that appear as charred patches on the lower trunk and arms of the cactus.  When saguaros die completely, they are left with their ribs – the woody structures that once supported its weight.  Native species Saguaro damage isn’t just cosmetic– it threatens coexisting wildlife, too. Birds like the Gila Woodpecker and the White-winged Dove dig out holes in the saguaro to nest in, making cavities. When a fire kills a saguaro, the birds become displaced.  The saguaro is also a food source for many forms of wildlife, and fires put that at risk. “They’re incredibly important to all sorts of pollinators … so many different species, insects, birds, bats, depend on saguaros, for their nectar, for the pollen and for their fruit,” Franklin said. Animals like bats are less threatened by saguaro fires because they can fly away, Franklin explained. But if a slower animal like a desert tortoise is nearby during a fire, the immediate impact could be death. A White-winged Dove sits in the nest of a saguaro at the Tucson Botanical Gardens on July 8, 2026. (Photo by Janes Reyes/Cronkite News) Invasive species  Invasive species are a major fire risk factor for saguaros and the wildlife that coexist with them. On the Fourth of July in 2017, fireworks were set off around Sentinel Peak in Tucson. It led to a fire that burned hundreds of saguaros. Part of this, Franklin explained, was related to buffelgrass (Cenchrus ciliaris)– an invasive species living on the mountain that catches fire easily. Buffelgrass has thin green stalks with fluffy lavender spikes like cleaning dusters sprouting from it. You can pull on it and spread the soft bristles through the air like a dandelion. It’s also one of the biggest threats to saguaros. It can fuel intense fires, which burns the epidermis, or skin, of the saguaro. If enough of the saguaro is damaged, it doesn’t only damage the skin and pathogens — it can completely kill the saguaro. Where the saguaros were burned on Sentinel Peak, the buffelgrass returned, lush and thick. It replaced the hundreds of saguaros that used to stand tall.  “There’s hardly any saguaros left there,” Franklin explained. The fires also destroyed other plants that used to thrive alongside saguaros.  “But there’s also nothing else either,” she continued. “There’s no palo verdes… there’s no creosote, there’s no other plants either. It’s just buffelgrass.” Another invasive species that contributes to saguaros’ fire risk is stinknet (oncosiphon pilulifer), which is also starting to take off across Southern Arizona. In Phoenix, it’s already rampant.  The invasive species appears like bright bunches of yellow flowers, but, like buffelgrass, it increases wildfire risk, she said. They form dense, flammable mats throughout the desert and pose a risk to surrounding saguaros. Buffelgrass and stinknet are replacing saguaros, not just threatening them.  “People are really bad at longterm thinking, or maybe people don’t care because they’re going to get to see saguaros during their lifetime,” Franklin said. “But (their) grandkids are not going to get to see them. It’s just going to be a grassland.” The future  Hope persists, thanks in part to the people working to preserve Arizona’s deserts. Tucson has a strong sense of place, Franklin explained, and the community cares deeply about biodiversity.  “There’s hundreds, if not thousands, of people that go out every year to volunteer just to dig up buffelgrass or pull up stinknet,” Franklin said. Farrell-Wortman said the community usually steps up to help during environmental disasters. But they need to keep putting in the effort, he said. “We have to continue doing the things we are doing, like trying to pull out and remove invasive species,” Farrell-Wortman said. “We have to do things like replant … maybe putting even more effort, more resources … care more about the need to replant affected wild spaces so that they can recover from human activity.” But the most important thing we can do is at a societal level, Farrell-Wortman explained.  “We can no longer pretend that our actions aren’t having a major effect on the natural world around us,” Farrell-Wortman said. “We have to accept that climate change is happening, is occurring, and that we need to do things to mitigate the destructiveness of that.” The post Arizona’s iconic saguaros are being threatened. These are the perpetrators appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590c08a12eaf174af8138f Several pets affected by early morning house fire on Rainbow Avenue te 2026-07-16T16:51:20.114Z Several pets affected by early morning house fire on Rainbow Avenue A house fire on Rainbow Avenue South early Wednesday morning affected several pets in the home, but no humans were injured. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590be0a12eaf174af8137c Could a 50-Year-Old Case Thwart Trump’s Attacks on the News Media? te 2026-07-16T16:50:40.690Z Could a 50-Year-Old Case Thwart Trump’s Attacks on the News Media? The precedent said that “official harassment of the press” is forbidden by the First Amendment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590bcca12eaf174af81354 X cracks down on creators who steal content te 2026-07-16T16:50:20.218Z X cracks down on creators who steal content X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5909daa12eaf174af8131f New Lioness Season 3 trailer signals Taylor Sheridan is taking the Paramount+ series to new heights te 2026-07-16T16:42:02.766Z New Lioness Season 3 trailer signals Taylor Sheridan is taking the Paramount+ series to new heights A new trailer is out for season three of "Lioness" on Paramount+. Basic info: TAYLOR SHERIDAN'S HIT CIA/MILITARY SERIES GETS MAJOR UPDATE AHEAD OF NEW SEASON PREMIERE "Lioness" is one of Taylor Sheridan's greatest creations, and fans are eager to see what we get with season three starting August 2. A previously released trailer indicated the stakes will be higher than ever. That's exactly what "Lioness" viewers want to see. LAYSLA DE OLIVEIRA TEASES ‘LIONESS’ SEASON 3 DEBUT WITH BEHIND-THE-SCENES PHOTOS Well, a new preview dropped Thursday, and it's clear season three will keep the intense energy of the first two seasons. In fact, Sheridan might be taking things to a new level. Give it a watch below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. "We'll let the chips fall where they may. May God have mercy on us. What a line to close out the trailer. Absolutely incredible and clinging to the edge of my seat the entire time. The shot of the drones swarming and exploding is about as terrifying as it gets in modern combat. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Welcome to war in 2026. If the Ukraine-Russia war and the war against Iran has taught us anything, it's that drones are now the new normal, and it looks like season three of "Lioness" will lean into that fact. That shouldn't surprise anyone. Sheridan is always very current with storylines in "Lioness" so they reflect global dynamics. What are your predictions for season three of "Lioness"? Let me know at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5909c7a12eaf174af81316 Brantley Gilbert slams artists who back out of patriotic shows under heat te 2026-07-16T16:41:43.299Z Brantley Gilbert slams artists who back out of patriotic shows under heat Brantley Gilbert isn't mincing words about entertainers who commit to patriotic events only to walk away once public criticism begins. During a recent appearance on the "Net Positive" podcast, the country star said it frustrates him to see fellow artists back out of performances after agreeing to participate, pointing to the backlash he received for performing during Turning Point USA’s "All-American Halftime Show" during the Super Bowl — which was headlined by Kid Rock. "It is aggravating seeing guys sign up and then back out," Gilbert said. "It's like, a lot of times, like we took a lot of heat for the Turning Point thing." VANILLA ICE DOUBLES DOWN ON FREEDOM 250 AFTER ARTIST EXODUS: 'ONCE YOU COMMIT, YOU DON'T QUIT' Gilbert explained that, from his perspective, the decision was never about politics. "My kids got to watch two quarters of football and then see their dad play. That's cool," he said. The "Bottoms Up" singer added that he viewed the performance as both a business opportunity and a memorable family experience. "We agreed to do it. Like, I'm a businessman at the same time I'm an entertainer," Gilbert said. "I didn't do it for free. We get paid to play music." At the time, Gilbert said he had recently signed with a new record label, making a high-profile appearance an easy decision. "We had just signed over to a new label at the time," he explained. "Doing a big show like that was not a bad idea for us." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Gilbert said he never anticipated the event would become politically divisive. "I never once looked at it and was like, 'This is going to be divisive. This is going to be great,'" he said. "It doesn't make any sense." The country singer also dismissed criticism surrounding the Super Bowl halftime show, which featured Bad Bunny as the headliner, saying he wasn't concerned with who was performing. BLACK CROWES FRONTMAN CHRIS ROBINSON’S PAST CONTROVERSIAL REMARKS RESURFACE AFTER HALTING PATRIOTIC CHANT "I don't know nothing about that dude [Bad Bunny]," Gilbert said. "I've never heard one of his songs before. I don't speak Spanish really well. I wouldn't understand." While Gilbert did not identify any specific artists who have withdrawn from patriotic or politically adjacent events, he made clear he believes performers should honor commitments they voluntarily make, even if public reaction turns negative. After receiving backlash for his participating in Turning Point's halftime show, Gilbert said he's "proud" of the choices he continues to make both personally and professionally. "I’m a songwriter who grew up, and still lives in Jackson County, Georgia, whose goal in the music business was to sell out the local theater a few miles from my house and somehow make my living writing songs," he said in a statement at the time. "I’m a recovering addict with the history of all the bad choices that come with it. I’m not proud of those choices, but I am proud of the choice I’ve made to live in another direction. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "I share my story through my music in hopes that it may help and inspire others in their darkest hour. I’m a Christian, and I love our country despite its flaws. I’ve dedicated part of my life to the men and women who fight for it and the families of those who gave their life for it. Above all, I’m a proud husband and father of three." Gilbert added that he wanted to perform for his children and that it’s been more than 20 years since a country artist had been asked to perform at halftime of the Super Bowl. WATCH: COUNTRY STAR BRANTLEY GILBERT REVEALS HIS KIDS ARE HOMESCHOOLED ON GEORGIA FARM "We’re celebrating 250 years as a country, and it’s been more than 20 years since a country artist has been asked to play the Super Bowl halftime show. I respect that some people may see this differently, but I’m not playing this show to be divisive. I was offered this opportunity and imagined my kids watching their daddy perform at halftime during the biggest game in American football. Everything I do, I do for them," he stated. "The way I treat people isn’t conditional based on what our differences may be. I believe ‘united we stand, divided we fall,’ and my prayer for our country is that we stand united." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59098aa12eaf174af812e8 Mamdani Urges New Yorkers to Stay Indoors Because of Wildfire Smoke te 2026-07-16T16:40:42.373Z Mamdani Urges New Yorkers to Stay Indoors Because of Wildfire Smoke “Every New Yorker should take precautions,” Mayor Zohran Mamdani said. Gov. Kathy Hochul also issued a statewide air quality advisory. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590974a12eaf174af812d4 Tucson animal rescue faces foreclosure amid funding gap te 2026-07-16T16:40:20.374Z Tucson animal rescue faces foreclosure amid funding gap Paula Rivadeneira has spent 16 years running Old Souls Animal Rescue and Retirement Home out of her own home, caring for elderly and special-needs animals without ever taking a paycheck, but now the shelter's future is in jeopardy as she's fallen behind on the mortgage for the house it calls home. Old Souls got its start in 2010 in Las Vegas, with Rivadeneira relocating the shelter several times over the years as she moved around the country. She eventually settled down in Tucson, after falling in love with the desert and community. The shelter is currently home to 105 animals, ranging from dogs and cats to turkeys and peacocks. It serves hospice, geriatric and special-needs animals from overcrowded shelters, primarily housing elderly animals, with residents split between permanent shelter animals and those available for adoption. Old Souls frequently rescues animals from Pima Animal Care Center, with one of its main goals being to support the municipal shelter as much as it can. Old Souls is primarily funded by small donors, though it also procured a grant from Tractor Supply Company to install a fence around the property. Tucson Spotlight is free for every reader because donors make it possible. Join them. Some of Old Souls' 105 animal residents relax on the patio. The shelter primarily houses elderly, hospice and special-needs animals. Courtesy of Old Souls Animal Rescue. And while donations and the occasional grant have provided enough funding over the years to support all of the animals in its care, Rivadeneira said that more money would allow them to take in more animals and free up critical shelter space at PACC. "We only take in as many animals as we can afford, so we would take in many more animals if we had many more supporters, donors, volunteers," Rivadeneira said. "That's really the limiting factor is funding and volunteers." Rivadeneira said she gets messages and phone calls every day, sometimes more than a dozen, from people needing to rehome their pets for various reasons, and that it never gets easier to tell them she's unable to take them. "We have to say no most of the time and it's heartbreaking for us, and many times the people are really angry with us because they think we have some kind of funding that requires us to take their animals," Rivadeneira said. Old Souls is entirely staffed by volunteers, and Rivadeneira expanded her reach a few years ago by opening a pet funeral home, Cholla Afterlife, which offers pet water cremation, or aquamation, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation. She doesn't take a salary for either role. That's taken a toll on the shelter's finances. Rivadeneira has recently fallen behind on her mortgage payments, putting the house at risk of foreclosure, a threat that could significantly affect the shelter since it operates out of her home. Volunteers spend time with one of Old Souls' resident dogs. The shelter relies entirely on volunteer support, with no paid staff. Courtesy of Old Souls Animal Rescue. There are several ways the public can help the shelter beyond donating or adopting. Old Souls holds volunteer hours every Saturday, offering an easy way to pitch in. The rescue offers foster opportunities for people who want a pet but don't feel financially ready to take one on full time. In exchange for keeping the animal well cared for in a loving home, Old Souls covers its medical expenses. The rescue also offers Camp Old Souls, a cage-free pet-sitting service for geriatric, special-needs and hospice dogs, with proceeds supporting the shelter. The shelter has also found creative ways to bring in extra funds. Old Souls sells a coloring book featuring illustrations and stories of its senior and special-needs residents, with 100% of proceeds going toward the animals' care. Rivadeneira is also encouraging community members to spread news about Old Souls and its predicament on social media. "You never know if you're somehow going to be one or two or three people away from someone who might be a really big donor for us who might really love what we do," she said. "That can be a thing to even help our rescue become bigger and stronger than it is." Rivadeneira hopes to find someone to work side-by-side with her in the next few years, as well as fundraising enough for a salary so the shelter can continue to grow. She hopes to eventually have paid employees and upward of 100 volunteers. Rivadeneira said Old Souls will find a way through its financial struggles and keep the shelter running. She said their work not only impacts the animals in their care, but also touches the hearts of every person involved. Zaida Josephene-White  is a Sahuaro High School student and Tucson Spotlight intern. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590732a12eaf174af81282 Trump Is Expected to Revisit Election Security. Here’s What to Know. te 2026-07-16T16:30:42.238Z Trump Is Expected to Revisit Election Security. Here’s What to Know. Repeated investigations and audits have debunked claims by the president and his allies of widespread fraud or manipulation in 2020 or other elections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59071ea12eaf174af81279 Relentless Rain Causes Widespread Flooding in Central Texas te 2026-07-16T16:30:22.793Z Relentless Rain Causes Widespread Flooding in Central Texas At least one person has died, and emergency workers have rescued scores of people. Gov. Greg Abbott said the rain in the state was likely to break records. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590504a12eaf174af81237 Trump admin investigating 75 truck driver schools for fraud, helping non-citizens get licenses te 2026-07-16T16:21:24.274Z Trump admin investigating 75 truck driver schools for fraud, helping non-citizens get licenses The Trump administration announced Thursday it is investigating 75 entry-level truck driver CDL schools across the U.S. that are suspected of fraudulently helping non-citizen drivers qualify for CDLs. The Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) are partnering to investigate the fraud. This is a breaking news story. Check back here for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5904f0a12eaf174af8122e Florida State head coach Mike Norvell isn't concerned with 'hot seat talk' heading into crucial 2026 season te 2026-07-16T16:21:04.825Z Florida State head coach Mike Norvell isn't concerned with 'hot seat talk' heading into crucial 2026 season Day one of ACC Media Days gave fans and reporters plenty to talk about. From perceived quarterback slights to conference rankings, every fanbase had their fair share of talking points to get them through the home stretch of the offseason. Believe it or not, though, the main attraction from the first day of ACC Media Days was none other than Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell. WHICH HEAD COACH'S SEAT IS HOTTER HEADING INTO 2026 SEASON: SHANE BEAMER OR MIKE NORVELL? Despite his 7-17 record over the last two seasons — or, perhaps, because of it — Norvell's offseason moves have been heavily scrutinized, and on Wednesday in Charlotte, the embattled FSU coach was a hot commodity among most of the media members in attendance. It likely stems from his exorbitant buyout, but the topic on a lot of media members' minds was whether Norvell is letting the idea of being on the hot seat affect his preparation for this coming season. Norvell, to his credit, is brushing it all off and remaining focused on the year ahead. INTERNET IS UP IN ARMS ABOUT ESPN FPI RANKINGS, BUT EVERYONE IS MISSING ONE KEY POINT He told The Athletic he doesn't believe he's coaching for his job in an interview on Wednesday, then doubled down and told On3's Brett McMurphy that he's confident heading into the season. "I have a lot of confidence in who I am, the people I get to do it with and the opportunity that we have in front of us," Norvell said. "If we fulfill that, then the rest of it will take care of itself." While he is right about that, it's hard to see where the confidence is coming from for Norvell. YOUTUBER BORDEAUX GOES IN DEPTH ON EA SPORTS COLLEGE FOOTBALL 27'S 'MICRO TRANSACTIONS' Somewhere hiding deep inside Norvell is a winning coach, evidenced by his 23-4 record during the 2022 and 2023 seasons, but that feels like a lifetime ago in the world of college football. The Seminoles haven't exactly been crushing it in the talent acquisition realm either, though it might not be through any monetary fault of their own. High-level recruits and transfer portal targets likely view Norvell and the situation at Florida State as radioactive, with the proof being squarely in the pudding in the form of their 2027 recruiting class. The Noles currently have the 53rd-ranked class as we speed towards the start of the season, with only six composite four-stars in the fold, a paltry sum for a program of FSU's ilk. The point is, the deck is stacked against Norvell for 2026 and beyond (if there happens to be a "beyond"). If the beleaguered head coach can work himself out of this jam, it would be nearly unprecedented, and could have something to do with the aforementioned buyout. I doubt the brass in Tallahassee wants to commit the capital to terminating Norvell, so both head coach and athletic department are stuck in limbo for now. It hardly sounds like a situation any coach would be confident heading into, but give Norvell credit for at least putting on his best poker face while at ACC Media Days. I'm not sure I necessarily believe Norvell, and, to be honest, I'm not sure even he believes what he's saying, but there is still a whole season left to be played. Perhaps Norvell and crew pull off a minor miracle, but I'm not holding my breath. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5902e6a12eaf174af811d1 Kennedy Center disputes Dem whistleblower allegations over Trump renovations, defends $8M flooring contract te 2026-07-16T16:12:22.863Z Kennedy Center disputes Dem whistleblower allegations over Trump renovations, defends $8M flooring contract The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is disputing whistleblower allegations from Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., arguing that critics have mischaracterized Trump-era renovation projects and procurement practices. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Kennedy Center officials say the senator's allegations get key facts wrong, including that an "$8 million flooring contract" has been misrepresented, the Center isn't subject to the federal contracting rules cited by critics, and that the renovation work complied with the law. According to Kennedy Center officials, the renovations are part of a long-term infrastructure renewal addressing decades of deferred maintenance rather than politically motivated cosmetic projects.  Officials said the work was made possible through new funding secured under Kennedy Center board chairman President Donald Trump. COMEDIANS DIG AT TRUMP AS BILL MAHER ACCEPTS MARK TWAIN PRIZE AT KENNEDY CENTER Whitehouse alleges that whistleblowers described a renovation effort that prioritized political optics over sound construction practices. Whitehouse's disclosure alleges renovations were rushed to satisfy Trump's preferences, resulting in wasteful spending and improper contracting.  Among the claims are that a newly installed bathroom floor was torn out because Trump disliked the tile color; steel columns were painted despite alleged rust beneath the surface; an $8 million flooring contract was awarded to a company with no concert hall experience; and renovations began before receiving congressional authorization. Whitehouse argued the allegations demonstrate "waste" that treated the Kennedy Center "as if it were a private renovation project." ‘CONFLICT OF INTEREST’: JUDGE WHO AXED TRUMP NAME FROM DC LANDMARK TIED TO ANTI-TRUMP CONSPIRACY THEORY Kennedy Center officials disputed those allegations, arguing they rely on incomplete or misleading descriptions of renovation projects while misunderstanding both the institution's legal authority and procurement process. "The Center has taken measures to responsibly and transparently stabilize the facility while preparing for the comprehensive infrastructure renewal that decades of deferred maintenance have made unavoidable, a project now made possible by our Chairman's [President Trump's] vision, which has institutional support and new funding secured," Roma Daravi, the Kennedy Center's vice president of public relations, told Fox News Digital. "As America's cultural center, the institution makes every decision guided by responsible stewardship and an unwavering commitment to its patrons and the nation it proudly serves," Daravi said. "We remain fully committed to transparency and to delivering the critical improvements that will preserve this institution for generations to come." TRUMP SAYS VANDALS USED CHEMICALS TO DAMAGE NEWLY RENOVATED REFLECTING POOL NEAR LINCOLN MEMORIAL The Center also cited a recent federal court ruling that it says supports the legal framework governing its renovation efforts. According to the Kennedy Center, a May 29 opinion from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia reaffirmed the institution's legal status outside the executive branch. The Center argues that distinction is significant because Whitehouse's allegations repeatedly suggest it violated federal procurement rules. Specifically, Kennedy Center officials dispute Whitehouse's contention that the institution was required to follow the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Officials said the FAR governs executive agencies, while the Kennedy Center is overseen by a bipartisan Board of Trustees established by Congress. According to the Center, it consulted with the Office of Management and Budget and confirmed the FAR "does not apply, and has never applied" to Kennedy Center procurements. The institution nevertheless said it recently adopted updated procurement policies to eliminate lingering administrative confusion and strengthen public confidence in its contracting process. Perhaps the biggest dispute centers on Whitehouse's criticism of an $8 million flooring contract. Kennedy Center officials said the oft-cited $8 million figure has been presented without important context. Rather than an $8 million payment, officials said the agreement is a five-year blanket purchase agreement establishing only a maximum spending ceiling, with money obligated through individual call orders only when work is needed. The Center also defended selecting Low Country Flooring, saying the company was the only vertically integrated contractor in the Mid-Atlantic capable of sourcing wood directly from timber mills while maintaining the grain consistency and acoustic performance required inside the concert hall. Whitehouse also questioned work involving decorative columns. The Kennedy Center said the contract complied with federal small business requirements because it was awarded to a certified SBA 8a contractor, which legally used subcontractors to perform portions of the work. Officials added that any workmanship concerns remain covered by standard commercial warranties requiring corrective work if necessary. The Center also disputed allegations involving reflecting pool repairs, saying the work was intended to stabilize structural deterioration, not restore the water feature to operation, and defended routine design decisions involving the Center's historic presidential boxes as standard preservation work that did not create unnecessary costs for taxpayers. Whitehouse's office, however, maintained that the Kennedy Center has not substantively engaged with the senator's oversight requests. "We have received no response from the Kennedy Center to the most recent letter, and no substantive response to any information requests dating back to November," Whitehouse communications director Meaghan McCabe told Fox News Digital. The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5902a8a12eaf174af811a4 Volk busca la reelección en el LD17 te 2026-07-16T16:11:20.393Z Volk busca la reelección en el LD17 Leer en inglés El representante estatal demócrata Kevin Volk busca la reelección a la Cámara de Representantes de Arizona por el Distrito Legislativo 17, compitiendo junto a la demócrata Holly Lyon, veterana de la Fuerza Aérea y exprofesora de matemáticas. La representante republicana Rachel Keshel busca otro mandato y está acompañada en la candidatura republicana por John Winchester, gerente de relaciones gubernamentales de la Universidad Estatal de Arizona. El Distrito Legislativo 17 rodea las zonas norte y este de Tucson, extendiéndose desde Rincon Valley y Tanque Verde, pasando por Oro Valley y Marana, hasta llegar a SaddleBrooke, en el sur del condado de Pinal. Los republicanos tienen una ventaja de aproximadamente 10 puntos porcentuales en el registro de votantes del distrito, el cual es uno de los pocos en el estado con representación dividida en la Cámara. Volk fue elegido en 2024 tras derrotar al titular republicano Cory McGarr mediante una estrategia de voto único (*single-shot*), logrando así ganar uno de los dos escaños del distrito en la Cámara. Originario de Tucson, Volk fue maestro de quinto grado, realizó prácticas con la entonces representante federal Gabby Giffords, enseñó inglés en México gracias a una beca Fulbright y posteriormente fundó una pequeña empresa dedicada al desarrollo de viviendas asequibles en Tucson. Durante su primer mandato, se ha centrado en la vivienda asequible, la financiación de la educación infantil temprana y la conservación del agua. Tucson Spotlight preguntó a todos los candidatos sobre sus posturas respecto a la regulación de las aguas subterráneas, la vivienda asequible y la financiación de las escuelas públicas. Tucson Spotlight es gratuito para todos los lectores gracias a las donaciones que lo hacen posible. Únase a ellos. Kevin Volk conversa con un asistente al VailFest de noviembre, evento patrocinado por la Cámara de Comercio del Área Metropolitana de Vail. Cortesía de Kevin Volk for Arizona. Fuera de las Áreas de Gestión Activa del estado, la extracción de aguas subterráneas en las zonas rurales de Arizona sigue careciendo en gran medida de medición y regulación; por ello, el Concejo de Política Hídrica del Gobernador ha propuesto la Ley de Gestión de Aguas Subterráneas Rurales para establecer una supervisión básica en dichas áreas. "Nací y crecí en el sur de Arizona, y pasé mi infancia explorando nuestro desierto," afirmó Volk. "Sabemos que el agua es un recurso valioso, y me parece absurdo que entidades extranjeras y de otros estados extraigan aguas subterráneas sin límite alguno, amenazando así nuestra seguridad hídrica." Volk hizo referencia a los 29 miembros del concejo, provenientes de todo el estado y de distintos partidos políticos, y señaló que la negativa de la Legislatura a debatir el proyecto de ley deja a Arizona en una situación de creciente vulnerabilidad. "Creo que el momento de actuar para proteger nuestra agua es ahora," declaró Volk. "Debatamos ese proyecto de ley, analicémoslo, trabajemos juntos en él y protejamos el agua de Arizona para garantizar que esté disponible, ante todo, para los habitantes del estado." La asequibilidad de la vivienda es otra de las principales preocupaciones de los votantes del distrito, dado que los alquileres aumentan en toda la región de Tucson y la oferta de viviendas asequibles es escasa. Volk, quien ha desarrollado proyectos de vivienda a través de su propia pequeña empresa, afirmó que el estado debería centrarse menos en subsidiar costos y más en reducir, desde un principio, el costo de construcción de viviendas. Señaló la necesidad de contar con financiación a tasas de interés más bajas para infraestructura y construcción de viviendas, así como de agilizar los trámites gubernamentales que añaden tiempo y gastos a los proyectos habitacionales. "He llamado a puertas y hablado con ciudadanos que tienen a cuatro generaciones viviendo bajo el mismo techo debido a la falta de viviendas asequibles," dijo Volk. "Los habitantes de Arizona, así como sus hijos y nietos, necesitan más opciones de vivienda. Debemos aumentar la oferta de hogares de una manera adecuada para nuestras comunidades locales." En cuanto a la educación, Volk señaló que Arizona ha caído al puesto 49 a nivel nacional en financiación por estudiante, situación que vinculó con la alta rotación de maestros y el tamaño promedio de las clases más grande del país. "La actual legislatura se ha vuelto cada vez más partidista y, por ende, cada vez menos productiva," afirmó Volk. Calificó como uno de los mayores fracasos de la Legislatura el no haber renovado la Proposición 123, una medida aprobada por los votantes que destinaba unos $300 millones anuales del fondo fiduciario de tierras estatales a las escuelas públicas antes de expirar el año pasado. "Debemos hacer de la renovación de esta fuente de financiación educativa una prioridad absoluta para el próximo año, con el fin de aumentar el salario de los maestros y financiar plenamente las instalaciones," dijo Volk. "Así es como nuestras escuelas estarán equipadas para atender de la mejor manera a los estudiantes de Arizona y a sus familias." Ninguno de los partidos enfrenta una elección primaria disputada para los dos escaños de la Cámara correspondientes al distrito en las primarias del 21 de julio. 💡 Las elecciones primarias se celebrarán el 21 de julio. La votación anticipada comenzó el 24 de junio y la fecha límite para enviar la boleta por correo fué el 14 de julio. Los votantes del Condado de Pima pueden registrarse, verificar su registro o solicitar una boleta por correo en recorder.pima.gov. Caitlin Schmidt es editora y directora de Tucson Spotlight. Puede contactarla en caitlin@tucsonspotlight.org. Esta nota fue traducida por el equipo bilingüe de El Foco de Tucson. El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590294a12eaf174af8118a Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook te 2026-07-16T16:11:00.426Z Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook Google said users can soon access their notebooks through AI Mode in Search. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590280a12eaf174af81181 Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps te 2026-07-16T16:10:40.456Z Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps With this new update, Google is expanding AI Mode beyond answering questions and into completing tasks across the apps they use regularly. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59026ca12eaf174af81178 AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M te 2026-07-16T16:10:20.495Z AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a59006aa12eaf174af81156 'TODAY' show intruder detained after allegedly breaching security near Craig Melvin: report te 2026-07-16T16:01:46.446Z 'TODAY' show intruder detained after allegedly breaching security near Craig Melvin: report A man was detained Thursday after allegedly slipping past security at NBC’s Today show studios in New York while looking for Al Roker, TMZ reported. After failing to find Roker, he reportedly lunged at co-host Craig Melvin and shouted a racial slur before security detained him. No one was injured, and the hosts returned to the air shortly afterward. SECURITY UNDER SCRUTINY AS WHCD ATTENDEES CITE INCONSISTENT SCREENING BEFORE SHOOTING Fox News Digital has reached out to NBC Universal for comment on the incident. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590057a12eaf174af8114d Todd Blanche roasts Adam Schiff in heated hearing: 'You're a lawyer, you know the rules' te 2026-07-16T16:01:27.007Z Todd Blanche roasts Adam Schiff in heated hearing: 'You're a lawyer, you know the rules' Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche came out swinging against Sen. Adam Schiff on Wednesday, denying allegations of self-dealing and intentional refusal-to-recuse in President Donald Trump’s cases, while accusing the California Democrat of lying. Schiff sparred with Blanche over several legal matters he said prove the nominee is unfit for the job of America’s top law enforcement officer, citing what he described as serious conflicts of interest. Blanche denied the allegations while telling Schiff he was misstating ethics rules and botching key timelines. Schiff pressed Blanche on whether he met with Justice Department ethics lawyers about his prior representation of Trump in the Stormy Daniels, Mar-a-Lago classified documents, and Jan. 6 cases. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' Blanche affirmed and said he has recused himself from future litigation or Justice Department business involving any of those suits. But Schiff countered that Blanche reportedly told a crowd at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) that there was no conflict of interest in the Justice Department firing prosecutors linked to Jan. 6 or other cases. Blanche soon fired back when Schiff criticized him for moving to vacate Jan. 6-related convictions for 12 members of far-right groups. "I was the acting attorney general – so yes, my department moved to dismiss," he said, adding that there was no reason for him to recuse himself when Schiff pressed him further. BIDEN SPECIAL COUNSEL’S 'RUNAWAY TRAIN’ SCOOPED UP SENSITIVE LAWMAKER INFO: 'ABUSE OF POWER' "From the Proud Boys matter?" Blanche responded with a puzzled look. "You’re a lawyer, you know the rules," Blanche told the Massachusetts-born graduate of Harvard Law. OBAMA JUDGE HANDS PROGRESSIVES A WIN OVER ANTI-TRUMP '86 47' MESSAGE AMID RISING THREATS "There are rules that say when I have to recuse and that’s not one of them," Blanche said. "There are rules," Schiff agreed. "And when you're told to recuse yourself from investigations that you handle for the president…" -- "I always do," Blanche cut in – "you're supposed to recuse yourself," Schiff finished. Schiff noted that the second volume of Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump has not been released and said the Justice Department has opposed making it available. Blanche denied having anything to do with the decision and pointed out it is not the Justice Department, but a federal judge in Miami that has prohibited its release. "If you went into court asking them to release it, it would be released by now," Schiff argued. Blanche shot back: "What you’re saying happens not to be true – I did not do that." "You can’t accuse me of violating my ethical rules and then lie about what I did," he continued, Schiff asked Blanche at length what allegedly evolved in his professional life that led him to be under such criticisms. "What I don’t understand, Todd Blanche, is what happened to the Todd Blanche who was a prosecutor in the Southern District of New York? What happened to the prosecutor people had respect for," he said. "What happened to the prosecutor who said that there wouldn't be a whiff of political partisanship and then prosecutes the president's enemies over seashells cases, over making a video stating the plain law in the Constitution?" Schiff said – appearing to reference investigations into former FBI Director Jim Comey’s "8647" post that critics said amounted to a threat on Trump’s life. "I think Robert Caro had it right when he said that power doesn't corrupt as much as it reveals. I suspect it has just revealed who you are and who you are as someone willing to sacrifice everything you once believed in for that title, for that position of Attorney general," Schiff claimed. "I am still here. I am the same exact person I was when I was a federal prosecutor in the SDNY," Blanche replied. The exchange led to further criticism of Schiff, including from the Trump-appointed prosecutor in his home region: SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "Facts are not Senator Schiff’s strong suit," claimed First Assistant U.S. Attorney for Central California Bill Essayli. Former Alabama federal prosecutor Jay Town called the exchange "excellent." "What [Blanche] is essentially saying is that the Justice Department has gone back to the fundamentals of increasing prosecutions and lowering crime nationwide, unlike the Garland DOJ targeting parents, Catholics, etc." Fox News Digital reached out to Schiff for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a590043a12eaf174af81144 Iran calls on Houthis to prepare to cut off Red Sea gateway — can the terror group do it? te 2026-07-16T16:01:07.542Z Iran calls on Houthis to prepare to cut off Red Sea gateway — can the terror group do it? Iran has reportedly instructed Yemen’s Houthi terrorists to prepare to close a critical Red Sea gateway if the United States attacks Iranian power infrastructure Reuters reported, a threat experts warn could sharply disrupt global shipping even if the group cannot completely seal the waterway. "This threat should be taken seriously," Nadwa Al-Dawsari of the Middle East Institute told Fox News Digital. "With recent escalation and U.S. strikes on Iran, Tehran has already signaled that the Bab al-Mandab could become part of its response." Three sources told Reuters on Thursday that Iran’s leadership had discussed using the Houthis to shut the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and recently conveyed the request to the group. A source close to the Houthis said missiles and drones had been deployed near the waterway and that the group was awaiting an order to begin attacking shipping. IRAN-BACKED TERROR PROXY HOUTHIS THREATEN FRESH ATTACKS AFTER YEMEN AIRPORT STRIKE Edmund Fitton-Brown, a former British ambassador to Yemen and senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, warned in a recent Fox News Digital report that a full resumption of the Houthi maritime campaign could trigger wider fighting. "It will be interesting if the Houthis do go all in, and resume their campaign against Red Sea shipping with full intensity," Fitton-Brown said. "This will draw international anger and likely result in Israeli and U.S. strikes on Sana’a and Hodeida." "There is potential for a general escalation if this happens, albeit one in which the allies have a clear military advantage," he added.  Al-Dawsari said the Houthis have continued developing the weapons needed to threaten the narrow shipping corridor despite largely refraining from maritime attacks over the past year. "While the Houthis have largely refrained from attacking shipping for about a year, they have continued to advance their maritime capabilities, including missiles, drones and sea mines," she said. "They may not be able to fully close the strait, but they could significantly disrupt shipping and raise costs and risks for commercial traffic," she said. US CLAWS BACK KEY CONCESSION TO IRAN AFTER FRESH ATTACKS ON COMMERCIAL SHIPS IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ But the group would not necessarily need to physically control the waterway. Its previous missile and drone campaign demonstrated that repeated attacks — or even a credible threat of them — can push major shipping companies to reroute vessels around Africa, driving up insurance, fuel and freight costs. The Bab el-Mandeb connects the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea and Suez Canal, making it one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints. The consequences of renewed attacks would be especially severe because Iran has already disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, historically the principal route for roughly one-fifth of global energy supplies. A substantial volume of Gulf oil has consequently been redirected through Saudi Arabia to the Red Sea port of Yanbu. Reuters reported that the Bab el-Mandeb route now carries approximately 7% of global energy supplies and that Saudi Arabia has shifted about 70% of its energy exports through Yanbu. The reported instructions also raise new questions about how much control Tehran exercises over major Houthi military decisions.  "Any decision to escalate in the Bab al-Mandab would be strategic and tied more to the interests of Iran and the Axis of Resistance than to Houthi interests alone," Al-Dawsari said. "Decisions of this magnitude are likely coordinated through the Axis’s joint operations room under IRGC oversight." A source close to the Houthis claimed representatives of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Yemen would control the timing of any move against the strait, Reuters reported. The latest warning follows earlier Houthi threats against maritime traffic. In the June 12 report, Fox News Digital reported that the group had announced a complete ban on Israeli-owned ships in the Red Sea and declared them "legitimate targets." EXPERT WARNS OF 'GENERAL ESCALATION' OF FIGHTING IF HOUTHIS RESUME RED SEA CAMPAIGN A State Department spokesperson told Fox News Digital at the time that the actions of Iran and the Houthis were "unacceptable" and "dangerous," warning that they could inflame regional tensions and further disrupt global supply chains. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has "repeatedly condemned" Houthis attacks against ships in the Red Sea and called on all parties Thursday to avoid further escalation, his spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, told Fox News Digital. "Any disruptions or attacks would endanger the safety and security of seafarers, freedom of navigation and the stability of global supply chains and have a negative impact on the economic and humanitarian situation in Yemen and beyond," Dujarric said. "The Secretary-General underscores that U.N. Security Council Resolution 2722 (2024) must be fully respected in its entirety," he said on the resolution condemning at least two dozen Houthis attacks on commercial vessels since November 2023 and demanding an immediate end to the attacks.  The emerging threat has also renewed scrutiny of the Iranian weapons networks that helped build the Houthis’ missile and drone arsenal. Amr Al-Bidh, foreign affairs chief of the Southern Arabian Transitional Council, said that the reported threat also exposed broader failures in the handling of Yemen’s security crisis. "The fact that individuals convicted of trafficking Iranian weapons to the Houthis and leading terrorist operations are now being released under a U.N.-brokered deal only underscores how poorly the Yemen crisis is being managed," he said, "the main beneficiary of this vacuum is Iran, as seen in its credible threat to close the Bab al-Mandab Strait." In a July 15 letter obtained by Fox News Digital, the Southern Arabian Transitional Council formerly known as the Southern Transitional Council, a southern Yemeni separatist movement that seeks greater autonomy or independence for the territory of the former South Yemen, warned U.N. Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg that a U.N.-facilitated detainee agreement may include people the council says were convicted of assisting Iranian weapons transfers to the Houthis. An annex identifies individuals the council alleges were members of a cell that smuggled drones, aviation fuel and heavy and medium weapons from Iran to Sanaa. The Office of the U.N. Special Envoy for Yemen said it received the letter only after the agreement had already been signed and stressed that it does not determine which detainees are released. "We have received the letter after the agreement was signed," spokesperson Ismini Palla told Fox News Digital. "The United Nations – as well as the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) – do not decide who is released and who remains in detention. Our role is limited to mediating the negotiations and ICRC leads on the implementation of the release operation." Palla added that "the names of those released are proposed and agreed between the parties under the framework of the Stockholm Agreement on prisoners’ exchange of 2018." Fox News Digital reached out to the State Department and the Iranian Mission to the United Nations on the latest developments. Fox News' Paul Tilsley and Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fde5a12eaf174af810cb Democratic Senate Candidates Trounce Republicans in Fund-Raising te 2026-07-16T15:51:01.548Z Democratic Senate Candidates Trounce Republicans in Fund-Raising In the first half of this year, Democrats raised more cash in every key Senate race except Iowa. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fdd2a12eaf174af810c2 Republican Candidates Are Hurting for Cash, but Help May Be on the Way te 2026-07-16T15:50:42.084Z Republican Candidates Are Hurting for Cash, but Help May Be on the Way Super PACs and billionaires seem to be on the side of the G.O.P., new filings show. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fdbea12eaf174af810b2 Flagstaff International Film Festival: Through an Arizona lens te 2026-07-16T15:50:22.631Z Flagstaff International Film Festival: Through an Arizona lens AZ filmmakers dominate the 4th year of the Flagstaff International Film Festival, set to take place Aug. 1-2. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fbf3a12eaf174af8104f Bryson DeChambeau posts 3-under 67 at Royal Birkdale to silence critics after three straight missed major cuts te 2026-07-16T15:42:43.776Z Bryson DeChambeau posts 3-under 67 at Royal Birkdale to silence critics after three straight missed major cuts It's been a tough 2026 for two-time major champion Bryson DeChambeau. Although he won twice on LIV Golf in March, his major performance is what will define his season. And those results haven't been good. At all. DeChambeau, for the first time in his career, missed the cut in three consecutive majors: the 2026 Masters, PGA Championship and U.S. Open. BRYSON DECHAMBEAU ADMITS TO TURNING TO AI TO HELP FIX HIS SWING AFTER STRUGGLES AT LIV GOLF KOREA But you're only as good as your last round, and DeChambeau finally has some momentum going in 2026. In the first round of the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, DeChambeau shared the lead until he made a bogey on his final hole. Still, he managed to shoot a 3-under 67, putting himself in great position to at least make the cut and potentially contend for a major championship again. DeChambeau hadn't shot under par in any of his six major rounds in 2026, so it was far and away his best major round of the year. He played in the same group with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and finished one shot better than Scheffler. DeChambeau flashed the long game that helped vault him into the conversation as one of the best players in the world. With Royal Birkdale dried out, DeChambeau took advantage and played aggressively off the tee. Even though he hit only 5 of 14 fairways, the 32-year-old American was second in the field in strokes gained: off the tee following the morning wave. In 2024 and 2025, DeChambeau finished inside the top 10 in six of his eight major starts, including a win at the 2024 U.S. Open and a pair of runner-up finishes at the 2024 and 2025 PGA Championships. He was being discussed in the same conversation as Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy as one of the best golfers on the planet. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! But with the future of LIV Golf up in the air, DeChambeau made comments implying he might not return to the PGA Tour should LIV Golf shut down and could instead focus on YouTube golf. Former players and golf analysts teed off on DeChambeau's comments, saying that his focus on YouTube golf over competitive professional golf affected his majors performance. Heading into the Open Championship, Nick Faldo said DeChambeau "has zero clue of strategy". GOLF LEGEND NICK FALDO UNLOADS SCATHING CRITICISM ON BRYSON DECHAMBEAU AMID MAJOR TOURNAMENT STRUGGLES Brandel Chamblee piled on: "It's almost like he went from chasing Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy to chasing [YouTube golfer] Grant Horvat. It's like he wants to outdo every YouTuber in the game of golf instead of outplay everybody in the game of golf." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS DeChambeau, who usually makes himself available to the media following his rounds, declined to speak to reporters following Thursday's performance. But, for at least one day at the Open Championship, DeChambeau looked a lot more like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy than Grant Horvat. Whether he can keep it up remains to be seen. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fbe0a12eaf174af81046 Bessent invokes assassination attempt '2 hours after being sworn in' in dramatic brushback of leftist threat te 2026-07-16T15:42:24.334Z Bessent invokes assassination attempt '2 hours after being sworn in' in dramatic brushback of leftist threat Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday he was the target of an assassination attempt by a "left-wing activist" just two hours after being sworn into office, citing the case as evidence that violent political extremism from the left is a real and growing threat. Speaking at the State Department's Ministerial on the Resurgence of Political Terrorism, Bessent pushed back against critics who have questioned the Trump administration's focus on violent far-left extremist groups. "I'm going to remind everyone in this room — and all the media — that I was the subject of an assassination attempt by an addled left-wing activist two hours after being sworn into my job," Bessent said. "Any of you who want to report that this is a fiction and does not exist, be there for the sentencing this August." Bessent appeared to be referring to Ryan Michael English, a 24-year-old Massachusetts man who pleaded guilty in March to charges related to attempting to assassinate the then-Treasury secretary nominee at the U.S. Capitol. English traveled to Washington on Jan. 27, 2025, carrying a folding knife and two improvised Molotov cocktails before approaching a U.S. Capitol Police officer and asking to turn himself in, according to the Justice Department. Prosecutors said English admitted he had come to the Capitol intending to kill a Cabinet nominee whose Senate confirmation vote was scheduled that day or burn down a Washington think tank. Investigators also recovered a note in which he allegedly wrote, in part, "This is terrible but I cant do nothing while nazis kill my sisters." English pleaded guilty in March to one count of unlawful receipt, possession and transfer of a firearm and one count of carrying a dangerous weapon on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol. He is scheduled to be sentenced Aug. 14. Before his time as Treasury secretary, Bessent spent years at Soros Fund Management, serving as the firm's chief investment officer from 2011 to 2015 after earlier helping lead its London office. Following his departure, he launched Key Square Capital Management with backing from George Soros, the billionaire investor and Democratic megadonor who has frequently been a target of criticism from Trump and other conservatives. Bessent made the remarks as administration officials gathered representatives from roughly 65 countries for a State Department summit aimed at building international cooperation against what the Trump administration describes as a resurgence of violent far-left political terrorism. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fba2a12eaf174af8100a Why is OpenAI selling a ChatGPT basketball? te 2026-07-16T15:41:22.373Z Why is OpenAI selling a ChatGPT basketball? You may have heard that OpenAI released its first piece of hardware this week. You may not have heard about the ChatGPT basketball. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fb8ea12eaf174af81001 Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with analytics firm, says Mozilla research te 2026-07-16T15:41:02.480Z Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with analytics firm, says Mozilla research One period tracker app tested by Mozilla was 'squeaky clean,' while another app was seen sharing users' health data with an analytics company, underscoring vast differences in user privacy among these apps. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fb7aa12eaf174af80ff8 UK cops say arrest of two young hackers disrupted the operations of an infamous hacking group te 2026-07-16T15:40:42.448Z UK cops say arrest of two young hackers disrupted the operations of an infamous hacking group Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, two members of the prolific Scattered Spider hacking group, pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five years and six months in jail for hacking London’s metropolitan transit system. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58fb66a12eaf174af80fef Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the command line te 2026-07-16T15:40:22.473Z Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the command line DoorDash is opening a limited beta of dd-cli, a command-line tool that lets developers and AI agents search stores, build carts, and place orders from the terminal, marking another step toward software designed for AI agents instead of just humans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f937a12eaf174af80fcb Juan Soto has 12 hits and 5 home runs off Aaron Nola as Mets open series against Phillies te 2026-07-16T15:31:03.765Z Juan Soto has 12 hits and 5 home runs off Aaron Nola as Mets open series against Phillies We have reached the unofficial second half of the MLB Season. I mention it being unofficial, as we are about 95+ games played for all teams at this point, meaning fewer than 70 games are remaining for any team to make a move. We saw the first decent trade of the season with Lance McCullers Jr. going from Houston to Milwaukee. I can't wait to see what the deadline brings and how the race to the postseason plays out. Let's start this "second half" on the right foot with a win in the game between the Mets and Phillies. The New York Mets are among the most disappointing teams in the Majors. In order for them to win enough games and make it to the postseason, they will need to play something like .650 or better baseball. That's not official math from me, but they are 17 games under .500 at the moment. With 70ish games left, they would probably need to go 50-20 or something to have a realistic shot. That would put them about 10 games over .500. They are only ahead of the Colorado Rockies in the Wild Card race, and I probably don't need to explain that the Rockies have no chance to make the postseason. Perhaps there will be a turnaround. They are going to want to get off to a good start, and they turn to Christian Scott today to give them a good outing. Scott, for the year, is 2-1 with a 3.17 ERA and a 1.30 WHIP. He has been slightly better on the road with a 2.79 road ERA. He really hasn't had a bad start this season, but he also hasn't completed six innings in any of his 12 outings. He did face the Phillies one this season and went 4.1 innings, allowing three hits and two earned runs. PHILLIES FIRE ROB THOMSON, MAKE DON MATTINGLY INTERIM MANAGER AFTER DISMAL START TO THE SEASON The Philadelphia Phillies already had their turnaround, and they've been dominating ever since. I've written about it many times, but after a disastrous start, they fired their manager. Don Mattingly is now at the helm, and he continues to prove that he is a transformational manager. He did well as the Dodgers manager and then led the Marlins to their first playoff appearance in 17 years. Now he is helping the Phillies get comfortable and in position to once again be a tough out in the playoffs. I don't usually think managers have an impact, but he clearly has done well. It also helps that the Phillies have a very good team and a solid roster. One dude that they need to get back in line if they want him to pitch in the postseason is today's starter, Aaron Nola. Before the All-Star break, Nola went 3-6 with a 5.75 ERA and a 1.43 WHIP. He's only 33 years old, so I don't think he has fallen off a cliff, but he clearly isn't pitching all that well. Nola has been rough at home, allowing 29 earned runs in 38.1 home innings. July, so far, has been his best month of work. The Mets are hitting .257 against him, but he did have a decent outing against them earlier in the season. I am not quite sure what to make of the total. Nola has been giving up too many runs, and it seems like the Mets are cautious with Scott, but he could still allow a few runs before his day is done. Perhaps a better bet than taking the total is a player prop. Juan Soto is 12-for-45 against Nola with five home runs. He is +232, so it isn't a great number, but still might be worth it. METS' JUAN SOTO MAKES COMPARISON ABOUT KISSING GIRLS TO EXPLAIN RUMORED STRAIN WITH FRANCISCO LINDOR My official play will be on the Mets through five innings. I don't like the way that Nola has pitched, but I really don't trust the Mets for a full game. Maybe Nola has turned around, but Scott has been more consistent between the two. Give me the Mets through five innings to start the second half of the season. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f6dfa12eaf174af80e1a Missouri teen girl shot and killed at home, and now 3 friends face charges te 2026-07-16T15:21:03.257Z Missouri teen girl shot and killed at home, and now 3 friends face charges A Missouri teen was shot dead and left inside her home for hours before her mother returned and discovered her body, leading to criminal charges against three juveniles, authorities said. Deputies responded Saturday afternoon to a home on Tower Road near Hillsboro, about 45 minutes southwest of St. Louis, where they found 16-year-old Gabbriana Boyster with a gunshot wound to the head, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. Investigators believe she was shot Friday evening while three juveniles who knew her were inside the home. One suspect has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, unlawful use of a weapon resulting in death, armed criminal action and abandonment of a corpse, according to the Jefferson County Juvenile Office. Two others were each charged with abandonment of a corpse and later released. Authorities have not identified the suspects because they are minors. MISSOURI MOM OF 5 FATALLY SHOT WHILE BUYING SLUSHIES WITH CHILDREN; POLICE SEARCH FOR GUNMAN Boyster's mother, Candy G'Sell, was away when the shooting happened, according to the sheriff's office. She told KSDK the last conversation she had with her daughter came Friday night. "She told me she was staying home. I told her to lock the door," G'Sell told the outlet. When G'Sell returned home Saturday afternoon, she found her daughter's body and called 911, according to the sheriff's office. Paramedics pronounced the teen dead at the scene. POLICE IDENTIFY TWO TEEN SUSPECTS AFTER PENN STATE STUDENT SHOT DEAD OVER STOLEN PHONE "I walked in the room and she was laying there ... sitting up," G'Sell said. "In the blink of an eye, you know. She didn't deserve that." Investigators have not said what led to the shooting, though they say Boyster and the three suspects knew one another. G'Sell told the outlet that the boys were all friends of her daughter. "It's not a game. Guns are not toys," G'Sell said. Jefferson County Sheriff's Office spokesman Grant Bissell said the case has left multiple families grieving. "There's no getting around the loss of life," Bissell told KTVI. "You've got one family who is torn apart by the loss of their loved one. You've got three other families that are now potentially going to be torn apart by the consequences [of the] actions of these young people. It's a no-win situation for anybody." G'Sell remembered her daughter, known to friends as "Gabby," as a kind-hearted teenager who loved her family, cared deeply about her friends and dreamed of becoming an ultrasound technician, according to KSDK. Instead of getting ready for her daughter's junior year at Hillsboro High School, G'Sell said she spent the week planning her daughter's funeral. "There's no relief. My baby is gone," G'Sell told the outlet. "What mother wants to bury their baby?" The Hillsboro School District said grief counselors will be available for students and families following Boyster's death. "Our hearts are with the student's family, friends, and everyone impacted by this unimaginable loss," Superintendent Dr. Jon Isaacson said in a statement obtained by KMOV. "While words cannot take away the pain of this tragedy, we want our students, staff, and families to know they are not alone. We are committed to providing support and care for everyone who is grieving during this difficult time." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f4d4a12eaf174af80dbf Olympians speak out against WNBA for handling of Caitlin Clark te 2026-07-16T15:12:20.544Z Olympians speak out against WNBA for handling of Caitlin Clark Caitlin Clark was infamously left off the last U.S. Olympic women's basketball team in Paris in 2024. Two years later, the controversy surrounding the WNBA's handling of Clark has reached many corners of the sports world, and caught the attention of Olympians from multiple countries. After weeks of controversy, ignited by a punch to Clark's throat by another player and has since featured Clark screaming in the face of referees on Wednesday night, eight Olympians across three countries have come forward to Fox News Digital to speak out against the WNBA in defense of Clark. "The WNBA needs the courage to act decisively for athlete safety. Caitlin Clark is a generational superstar, but she deserves the same protection as every player," Hogshead told Fox News Digital. "The WNBA cannot continue to allow any dangerous conduct to go unchecked. A fist pressed against a player's throat is never 'just part of the game.' It's wildly unacceptable. WNBA: Enforce your rules, hold offenders accountable, and put athlete safety first." "As an Olympian, I’ve always believed sports has never been about what you look like or where you come from. It’s always been finding the answer to the one pressing question: can the champion stay on top, or can the next contender rise up and take their place? The athletes who prepare the hardest, perform when the pressure is the hardest, and deliver in the biggest moments are the ones who earn respect. Caitlin Clark has done exactly that. Yet instead of celebrating her elite competition, too much of the conversation has shifted to who she is rather than what she’s accomplished," Watson told Fox News Digital. "She has faced repeated hard fouls and relentless criticism, that if roles were reversed people would now use race as an excuse and the league always  looks like it’s reacting instead of leading.The reality is that Caitlin Clark brought unprecedented attention back to the WNBA. "The league had passionate fans before she arrived, but her impact expanded the audience in a way that’s hard to ignore. That’s what transcendent athletes do for their generation, they elevate the sport. Every era has someone willing to push the standard higher, and that’s how sports grow. "Her legacy is already taking shape. The challenge now isn’t proving if she belongs because she has already shown that. It’s continuing to perform at an elite level while the league does its part to protect its players and let the competition, not the controversy, be the headline story. "For those of us pioneers who had no college or professional sports opportunities and have worked tirelessly to elevate all women in sports, the abuse behavior directed at Caitlin Clark is disrespectful and short sighted. A talented performer in any sport lifts up everyone. Players who do not understand this are undermining  the WNBA," de Varona told Fox News Digital. "Holy Cow! That’s what I thought when seeing a fist on Caitlin’s throat. Then to hear Sophie [Cunningham] say she feels they are targeting her? What’s being done about this?" Uhlaender told Fox News Digital. "Safety is not a political issue. All players deserve fair play, safety, and sports are at their best when the focus is on the game, not on whether the integrity of the officials are up to standard. If athletes are questioning the officials, what is the WNBA doing to address that? I want to see the integrity of the rules upheld consistently, so should the WNBA." "The goal of every functional sports league should be to promote the sport and the athletes in the sport. The goal of all of the athletes in the league should be to showcase their athleticism to the fans. When the public focus of the league becomes peripheral drama having nothing to do with the fundamental sport, the league will always suffer," Gebhardt told Fox News Digital. "The WNBA never misses an opportunity to miss an opportunity. Having spent years falling all over themselves seemingly trying to build a social movement rather than an actual sports league, they are now botching a once in a generation opportunity with an athlete like Caitlin Clark," Bremer told Fox News Digital. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "If the WNBA wants to become a truly relevant sports league that offers women a high-paid professional opportunity, they will need to clear out the petty drama and focus on building a world-class sporting operation that supports their star athletes." "I noticed that after the letter was sent by members of Congress, news media called out the 11th best player vote by fellow players, criticism of the officiating. The last game changed from gutter/thug ball to professional ball. I hope Caitlin is finally going to be recognized as a passionate athlete and a generational player. Celebrate her, her awesome teammates, and the WNBA. All should thrive, instead of this ripping apart everything to its demise," Thompson told Fox News Digital. "The WNBA has not been aggressive enough in protecting Caitlin Clark. Every player in the league deserves the same safeguards when they step on the court. The WNBA’s responsibility is to enforce its rules consistently and make it clear that talent should be challenged by great basketball, not by unchecked cheap shots," Zimmerman told Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f4c1a12eaf174af80db6 McDonald's newest menu item has fans begging for one discontinued favorite te 2026-07-16T15:12:01.090Z McDonald's newest menu item has fans begging for one discontinued favorite McDonald's is rolling out a new Caesar sauce nationwide — and it's already prompting customers to ask the fast-food giant the same question: Where are the salads? The Illinois-based fast-food chain announced that beginning July 21, and for a limited time, participating restaurants nationwide will offer McDonald's Caesar Sauce, "a creamy, garlicky Parmesan blend infused with notes of lemon that's giving fan-favorite chicken items a glow-up this summer." The Caesar Sauce is designed for chicken items, namely the new Caesar Snack Wrap and the Bacon Caesar McCrispy Sandwich, McDonald's said. There will also be a Caesar Dip Cup available. ‘MCDONALD'S CHANGED THE COURSE OF MY LIFE': CONGRESSMAN SELLS BUSINESS HE BUILT SINCE HIS TEEN YEARS "Want extra Caesar for dipping and dunking?" McDonald's said in its news release. "You can order dip cups à la carte at participating restaurants." But as McDonald's promoted the new sauce on Instagram, many commenters focused on what wasn't on the menu. "To put on what?! Salads still aren't back," an Instagram user wrote alongside an emoji rolling its eyes. "There better be a salad dropping with this," another user wrote. "Just bring the shakable salads cups please," commented another. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "None of your employees or CEO likes salad?" wrote someone else. "How about bringing back salads to start first, just a thought," someone commented. "Ok but what about salad shakers to go with?" a user wondered. Several other Instagram commenters echoed the salad sentiment. McDonald's has experimented with salads over the years. The Washington Post reported on the debut of the healthier menu item in 1986. The fast-food chain began testing the McSalad Shaker in 1999. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "The new salads are packaged in a large, clear cup with a domed lid so that customers can pour in the dressing and toss it evenly," the Los Angeles Times reported at the time. The McSalad Shaker was an official McDonald's item on menus nationwide by 2000. "The revolutionary packaging concept makes eating a McSalad Shaker easy and fun," Gerald Tomlinson, McDonald's corporate chef, said at the time. "It's very portable, and the clear packaging allows our customers to see the fresh ingredients from top to bottom." By 2003, however, the McSalad Shaker had been replaced by a line of large-format Premium salads, Food & Wine reported. Salads were discontinued altogether during the COVID-19 pandemic when McDonald's streamlined its menu, according to the publication. "You know, our founder famously said in 1970, 'I don't know what people are going to be eating in the year 2000, but we're going to serve more of it than anybody else,'" McDonald's USA president Joe Erlinger said during a 2024 interview at the Wall Street Journal's Global Food Forum. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Erlinger said it's been his experience that salads aren't what customers want from McDonald's. "One thing ​that won’t be returning ​to U.S. restaurants nationally is salads," Erlinger added. "The demand just isn't there. They're looking for great french fries. They're looking for a $5 meal deal. They're looking for a hot, fresh sandwich, and so that's what we're going to continue to provide them." Fox News Digital reached out to McDonald's for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f484a12eaf174af80d96 White House Faces Stiff Pushback on Subjecting Grants to Political Review te 2026-07-16T15:11:00.158Z White House Faces Stiff Pushback on Subjecting Grants to Political Review Academics, city leaders and congressional lawmakers number among the thousands to urge the Trump administration to reconsider a plan to assert more control over grants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f470a12eaf174af80d6f Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service te 2026-07-16T15:10:40.189Z Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service The startup, founded in 2021, lets enterprise customers use smartphones to scan and spot vehicle damage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f45ca12eaf174af80d66 How a former DeepMind researcher raised at a $300M pre-seed valuation before launching a product te 2026-07-16T15:10:20.742Z How a former DeepMind researcher raised at a $300M pre-seed valuation before launching a product Drawing on more than a decade spent helping build some of the world's most influential AI systems, including research that later informed the development of ChatGPT, Andrew Dai explains why he believes visual AI is one of the next major frontiers in artificial intelligence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f294a12eaf174af80d52 Coconino County Sheriff’s Office confirms remains are Yolan Miller’s te 2026-07-16T15:02:44.542Z Coconino County Sheriff’s Office confirms remains are Yolan Miller’s After four years of wondering, Yolan Renee Miller is confirmed deceased, according to the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office. The confirmation came when her DNA matched the partial remains discovered “in the Secret Mountain area,” according to the Oct. 25 announcement of the discovery of the remains — Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f280a12eaf174af80d32 Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu look to snap Dallas Wings' five-game winning streak te 2026-07-16T15:02:24.578Z Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu look to snap Dallas Wings' five-game winning streak At the beginning of the WNBA season, there were two teams that people assumed would win the WNBA Championship. One of them was the New York Liberty. The other was the Las Vegas Aces. After all, the teams have won the past four championships. The Minnesota Lynx were expected to be fine, but take a step back due to missing their MVP. We go into tonight's game with the Liberty looking anything but a championship contender, and their challenger, the Wings, looking like they could be. The Liberty are one of those teams that has plenty of star power, but things just aren't going great this season. Let us start with the good - Breanna Stewart remains one of the best players in the league, and she is dominating with 20.4 points per game. They won when it mattered most (so far), by taking the WNBA Commissioner's Cup. It looks like Sabrina Ionescu is finally getting back in her stride. However, outside of the Cup, they are just 2-7 over their last nine games. Maybe this is just a matter of the Liberty knowing they need to get into the playoffs, then do their damage. They've shown signs of being streaky all season. They had an eight-game winning streak, but as mentioned, they've struggled as well. Like most teams, they've had to deal with injuries, and that can be a problem for getting a consistent lineup to gel. I think the Liberty ultimately will be fine, but they probably need to make a run fairly soon. I won't break my arm patting myself on the back, but of all the WNBA teams, I picked the Wings to have the biggest step forward this season. They had two players who were added to the roster, who I thought would make a big impact. The first is Azzi Fudd, the number one overall pick in this past year's draft. I know, great insight, saying the first pick would be helpful. After looking a bit timid early in the year, she is now shooting much better and playing better as well. She is third on her team in shot attempts, and I think that helps give her teammate Paige Bueckers some options for another threat on the court with her. The other person whom I expected to make an impact was Alanna Smith. She will not be available in tonight's game and has played in 20 of their 24 games. She has also started only seven games for the Wings. She is not making the impact I expected. She is a 3-and-D player and was a co-Defensive Player of the Year last year. The Wings struggled on defense significantly last year, and I thought she would help transform that part of the game. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS For the year, the Wings are still allowing 85 points per game, which is better than last season, but not great. The Liberty aren't much better at 84 points per game. Dallas is also playing some of their best basketball, having won five straight games. They've run their record to 16-8 for the season and look like they will make the postseason. I'm going to take a shot on the Liberty tonight. This game is a bit of a toss-up, but the Liberty have lost the first two games to the Wings this season, and now are on the verge of being swept for the season. I also like that the Liberty lost to the Wings just a few days ago. I know that Dallas is playing better basketball, but I think the pride comes out a bit here and New York wins. Give me them at +105. 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/6a58f26da12eaf174af80d29 Country star Riley Green reveals why fan emotion at his shows beats industry awards every time te 2026-07-16T15:02:05.120Z Country star Riley Green reveals why fan emotion at his shows beats industry awards every time Riley Green finds pleasure in the simple things in life. Green has become a legit country music superstar over the past couple years, and his rise has been a ton of fun to watch. He's currently on tour, but that's not all he's cooking up. Green's new album "That's Just Me" comes out on September 18th. RILEY GREEN'S NEW 'THINK AS YOU DRUNK' MUSIC VIDEO IS WINNING OVER COUNTRY MUSIC FANS So, how does one of country music's biggest stars find joy? His answer is shockingly simple and straightforward. Green appeared on Theo Von's incredibly popular podcast "This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von" for an episode released Wednesday, and he shared some refreshing comments about success, fame and what makes him happy. COUNTRY STAR GABBY BARRETT SAYS SHE 'SLEPT IN THE CAR' BEFORE 'AMERICAN IDOL' CHANGED HER LIFE How much do awards and professional attention matter to Green? Not nearly as much as the fans at his shows do. "For me, I think I appreciate a lot more a sold out show, but when fans are there and they're like singing a song that I wrote and it, like, I can tell it means something to them. There's emotion in it, like that means more to me than an award." Von also asked the country music icon about if he feels pride in what he's done, and he shared a very humbling answer. "I think that you got to find things in your life that you do feel proud of yourself about. Like for me, it's not musical achievements. For me, I feel proud about my farm. I feel proud that I, you know, could put my parents in a nice house and buy my dad a truck. I feel more for that than anything I've ever bought myself, you know, and like my niece and nephew sending me pictures, my sister, of them catching fish in my lake. Like, I'm proud of, like, that. And that those are things that I know will last forever," the "Jesus Saves" singer explained. You can watch Green's full comments in the video below starting around 1:15:00, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. It's always great to hear someone speak a little common sense, especially when there is very little in the entertainment industry. Seeking attention from industry insiders or awards shows is a waste of time. It's about the people close to you and the fans. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM That's all it's ever about because those are the people who actually care at the end of the day, especially family and friends. Everything else is a distraction. What do you think about Green's comments? Let me know at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f230a12eaf174af80d0a How Nike’s Diversity Efforts Made It a Trump Target te 2026-07-16T15:01:04.188Z How Nike’s Diversity Efforts Made It a Trump Target A civil-rights investigation, which grew out of a 26-page memo by a political appointee, provides a road map for the White House’s assault on D.E.I. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f21ca12eaf174af80cfb Man attempts to be first to juggle across the U.S. te 2026-07-16T15:00:44.733Z Man attempts to be first to juggle across the U.S. Neriah Guerin's goal is to be the first person to walk from Los Angeles to New York while juggling the whole way. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58f207a12eaf174af80cf2 Risk of major flooding after Pocket Fire appears low, but more data needed te 2026-07-16T15:00:23.753Z Risk of major flooding after Pocket Fire appears low, but more data needed Though county officials are cautiously optimistic that the Pocket Fire will not substantially increase the likelihood of severe flooding in Oak Creek Canyon, predictions will be difficult until the Burned Area Emergency Response team completes an initial survey. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58efeca12eaf174af80c9d Dems roasted for comparing Hegseth's testosterone initiative to 'gender-affirming care' te 2026-07-16T14:51:24.194Z Dems roasted for comparing Hegseth's testosterone initiative to 'gender-affirming care' Democrats, including Sens. Adam Schiff of California and Mazie Hirono of Hawaii, are being mocked online for likening the Pentagon’s new testosterone testing and treatment plan to cross-sex "gender-affirming care." Following Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s announcement that the military would begin screening for testosterone deficiency, Democratic leaders quickly took to social media to mock the program as a return to "gender-affirming care." "Pete Hegseth comes out in favor of gender-affirming care…," wrote Schiff, while Hirono wrote, "So the Pentagon is promoting gender-affirming care now?" Several other Democrats piled on with similar posts. Their posts, however, were met with immediate pushback. MED SCHOOL DEANS COME UP EMPTY IN TENSE HEARING WHEN ASKED POINT BLANK IF MEN CAN HAVE BABIES: 'RIDICULOUS' Commenting on Schiff’s post, one user wrote, "Giving testosterone to men is gender-affirming and not harmful. Chemically castrating a boy or a double mastectomy on a girl is gender-denying, irreversible and harmful. [Schiff] is not only a liar, he is stupid." In response to a post by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., saying, "Sounds like gender-affirming care to me," conservative influencer "Just a Bama Gal" shot back, "Not even close." Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., even brought up the program during a House hearing, bashing it as "absurd" and suggesting that the government could begin testing whether representatives are "male enough to be in Congress." "The Secretary of Forever Wars, Pete Hegseth, just announced they are going to provide hormone therapy to male service members who don’t have enough testosterone," Jayapal wrote on X. "Let’s be clear: This is gender-affirming care, and it completely debunks all of Republicans’ attacks on trans people." In response, one user who goes by the name Ellie May wrote, "Let’s be clear your ignorance is showing. Giving your body more of something that it naturally produces is not the equivalent of giving your body the exact opposite it needs to thrive and survive." DEMOCRATS REVOLT OVER 'BIOLOGICAL' WORDING IN WOMEN'S HISTORY MUSEUM BILL "Are you crazy???" responded another user named Leah Babcock, "When a woman goes through menopause and gets hormone replacement she’s not suddenly a trans person." Hegseth announced the program in a post on Wednesday. He explained the military would begin testosterone screening for service members over 30 and optional screening for those under 30 as part of its annual health assessment. Hegseth said that if treatment is recommended, service members will have the choice of undergoing testosterone replacement therapy. He clarified, "This is not about artificial enhancement; it’s about restoring and optimizing your natural capabilities, protecting your longevity and ensuring you have the biological foundation required to sustain the fight." In an X post, he labeled his announcement "the High-T Department of War." Meaghan Mobbs, a former Army paratrooper and president of the nonprofit the R.T. Weatherman Foundation, posted on X, "If you are one of the people melting down because the Department of War wants to screen men over 30 for testosterone deficiency, I am begging you to spend ten minutes reading the science before letting Hegseth Derangement Syndrome rob you of common sense." "Testosterone is not some cosmetic ‘masculinity’ metric," Mobbs explained. "It is a major endocrine signal tied to muscle mass, bone density, red blood cell production, metabolism, sexual function, energy, concentration, mood, recovery, and physical performance. Clinically low testosterone can present as exhaustion, loss of strength and muscle, impaired concentration, irritability, depressed mood, reduced motivation, and diminished sexual function." She said that "for years, veterans, clinicians, and military families have begged the system to [take] endocrine health more seriously," adding, "Now someone finally is. Thank God." TRUMP SAYS US IS ‘BOOMING,’ PREDICTS IRAN WILL BE ‘DEFEATED VERY SOON’ Likewise, Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services Admiral Brian Christine wrote, "I fully support Secretary Hegseth’s initiative at the Department of War in recognizing the importance of healthy testosterone levels in its warfighting men!" "Optimizing testosterone supports strength, endurance, healthy body composition, cognitive performance, mission readiness, and overall well-being—ensuring America’s fighting force is prepared to perform at its highest level," wrote Christine. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58efaca12eaf174af80c5f Why AMI Labs’ Alexandre LeBrun won’t call his AI ‘AGI’ or ‘superintelligence’ te 2026-07-16T14:50:20.201Z Why AMI Labs’ Alexandre LeBrun won’t call his AI ‘AGI’ or ‘superintelligence’ While everyone in AI is chasing "superintelligence." Alexandre LeBrun, CEO of Yann LeCun’s world model startup, AMI Labs, dismisses the word. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ed7ea12eaf174af80c37 Memphis pizza joint sparks backlash after owner refuses to serve National Guard troops te 2026-07-16T14:41:02.285Z Memphis pizza joint sparks backlash after owner refuses to serve National Guard troops A Memphis pizza restaurant is facing backlash after refusing service to four members of the Tennessee National Guard last weekend, with the owner telling Fox News Digital he stands by the decision and would "make the same decision tomorrow." Miles Tamboli, owner of Tamboli's Pasta & Pizza, said he refused to serve the Guardsmen on Saturday night because he opposes the federally led Memphis Safe Task Force, arguing the use of National Guard troops in local law enforcement has made the city less safe rather than more secure. "I love this country and I love this city, and that is exactly why I made this call," Tamboli told Fox News Digital in a statement. "I want Memphis to be safe. Every business owner does. And the honest truth is that Memphis was already getting safer before this Task Force ever arrived. Crime was at a 25-year low through the first eight months of 2025, according to the Memphis Police Department's own data, later confirmed by an independent Tennessee Bureau of Investigation audit. That progress was earned by the people of this city. It was not delivered by soldiers." TEXAS BAKERY SAYS IT'S 'EMBARRASSED' BY AMERICA, CALLS MAGA 'A CULT' IN JULY 4 MESSAGE The Memphis Safe Task Force is a federally led initiative established in September 2025 by President Donald Trump to stop violent crime in the city. The task force combines local police with agents from various federal agencies, the Tennessee National Guard, and state troopers to enforce public safety laws. "What the Task Force has actually done is make this city harder to live in," Tamboli continued. "Its own records show that the overwhelming majority of its arrests began with routine traffic stops, not violent crime. Families in this city are now afraid to drive to work, afraid to take their kids to school, afraid to be seen. Our own schools reported that fear drove children to stop showing up to class. And this month, a 20-year-old Memphian named Tyrin Johnson was shot and killed by National Guard troops during a foot chase, with no body camera footage and no answers for his family. None of that makes us safer. It makes us less safe, and it does the most damage to the people who were already struggling." Tamboli said he believes that the approach being taken to address public safety isn’t correct. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT "Being pro-safety means telling the truth about what actually protects a community, and it is not soldiers trained for combat doing the work of police officers," Tamboli said. "That mismatch is dangerous for the people of Memphis and dangerous for the troops themselves, who were sent here to do a job they were never trained for. The founders wrote their objection to standing armies among the people into the Declaration of Independence itself, because they understood that a free country does not let the military police its own citizens. That principle is older than any political party, and I am not willing to abandon it because it became inconvenient." On his restaurant’s website, Tamboli said that his family came from the Mid-South in 1909 and were part of a group of people who eventually were called the Delta Italians. "Months ago I joined dozens of other local businesses in a public commitment to stand against the military policing our streets, an act of patriotism and conscience both, and I would make the same decision tomorrow," Tamboli said. Tamboli admitted in an interview with News Channel 3 in Memphis that it had been bad for business. "None of it changes my position. If anything, it confirms why this matters," Tamboli told the outlet. UNITED PASSENGER SAYS CREW ORDERED HIM TO CHANGE CONTROVERSIAL T-SHIRT BEFORE HE COULD TRAVEL Users on X shared outrage over the incident, with one person writing, "I’m from Memphis. Tamboli’s Pasta & Pizza refused to serve uninformed Tennessee National Guard members who were just trying to eat. Their owner turned them away. That’s unacceptable. I stand with the National Guard. Businesses that disrespect the men and women protecting our city don’t deserve our support," and included the hashtag, #BoycottTamboli. Another person wrote, "I hope every patriotic pizza lover in Memphis knows that @nicktamboli owner of Taboli's Pizza is a leftist scumbag, who refuses to serve members of the Tennessee National Guard. It would be a shame if his business suffered a boycott, because ‘in this classroom we believe’... patriotism is real." Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., also took to X to comment on the situation, writing, "When I get home I’m driving to Memphis and not eating there." Fox News Digital reached out to the Tennessee Military Department and Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58eafca12eaf174af80ba8 Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8 te 2026-07-16T14:30:20.685Z Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8 The FT reports Kimi K3 will be the largest open AI model from China, with a parameter count between 2 trillion and 3 trillion. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e8e2a12eaf174af80b86 Jimmy Fallon swipes at Biden’s upcoming memoir, jokes Kamala Harris wrote the end of it te 2026-07-16T14:21:22.227Z Jimmy Fallon swipes at Biden’s upcoming memoir, jokes Kamala Harris wrote the end of it Late-night host Jimmy Fallon swiped at former President Joe Biden on Wednesday during "The Tonight Show" after the ex-president announced he would be releasing a memoir in November. Biden's memoir, "Promise Me, America," will chronicle his presidency and reveal the "deeply agonizing calculation" behind his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, according to a press release announcing the book. The memoir is set to come out on Nov. 17, about two weeks after the midterms. Fallon showed a picture of the cover of the book and said, "The book was written by a ghost writer, Joe Biden." EX-BIDEN STAFFER BLAMES BIDEN'S 'HUBRIS' FOR THE 'HELLSCAPE THAT WE LIVE IN': REPORT "It’s the second book Biden has written," the late-night comedian said. "The first was ‘The Odyssey.’" He quipped that the book was about what the former president remembered from his presidency and said, "So it's three pages." Fallon then brought former Vice President Kamala Harris into his bit and added, "It’s kind of a strange book because toward the end it starts being written by Kamala Harris." WATCH: KAMALA HARRIS TORCHED OVER ‘ZERO SENSE’ WNBA PEP TALK IN LATEST ‘WORD SALAD’ MOMENT Fox News Digital reached out to representatives of the former president for comment about the jokes but didn't immediately hear back. Biden announced the book in a video posted to X Wednesday. He added that he has been receiving treatment for his cancer diagnosis and that it has been going "really well." "It's about the challenges we face as a nation and about the decisions I made and why I made them, leading the country through COVID, rebuilding our economy and restoring our democracy after the attack on January 6th, ending our nation's longest war in Afghanistan, strengthening NATO and supporting Ukraine," Biden said. Lindy Li, a former top Democratic fundraiser, said Biden was only doing himself a disservice by promising the public another explanation of why he decided to run for re-election in 2024 despite mounting concerns about his age and cognitive performance. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE In her view, Biden’s upcoming memoir will only serve to reopen painful wounds that Democrats have struggled to move past since the 2024 election loss. In a way, she believes the book is a bit of a microcosm of Biden’s presidency. "They’re thinking, ‘Why can’t you just shut the f--- up?’ Prior to me leaving the party, they wanted nothing to do with this guy. It was so bad that when, finally, Biden exited on July 21, there was no goodbye party other than a staffer one in the Rose Garden. There was nothing," Li said. Fox News' Ashley J. DiMella contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e8cea12eaf174af80b7d Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Spotlighting 250 years of Jewish contributions to America te 2026-07-16T14:21:02.778Z Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Spotlighting 250 years of Jewish contributions to America Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world. IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER: - America’s 250th: 'J250' initiative puts Jewish contributions in the spotlight - Mamdani map erases NYC's Jewish, Italian histories - Jewish House Democrat recalls colleague saying there is no antisemitism, and 'all the Jews are rich' TOP STORY: U.S. antisemitism envoy Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun has launched the "J250 Initiative" to champion "pro-Semitism"—a proactive educational movement celebrating Jewish-American contributions. Debuting during America’s 250th anniversary amidst rising hate crimes, the project shifts the focus from defense to pride, honoring the Jewish patriots, scientists, and cultural icons who have shaped the nation since its founding. VIDEO: Sandra Smith discusses with Cornell Law Professor William Jacobson the concerning rise of antisemitism in the U.S., which a new survey reveals is forcing many Jewish Americans to conceal their identities. WATCH HERE: MAP MADNESS: Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backtracking after his 2026 FIFA World Cup "immigrant enclaves" map sparked outrage for wiping historic communities off the grid. Along with erasing Little Italy and Irish hubs, City Hall somehow "forgot" NYC's massive, legendary Jewish neighborhoods. Mamdani claims the snub was accidental, but critics slam the socialist mayor's selective mapping. SHOCKING SLUR: Vermont Democrat Becca Balint is "shaken to her core" after a stunning Capitol Hill confrontation. Balint revealed a fellow House Democrat dismissed rising antisemitism because "all the Jews are rich." As progressives now use Israel as a toxic political litmus test, terrified Jewish Democrats warn they are being frozen right out of their own party by hostile, angry grassroots agitators. GUEST EDITORIAL: Shahar Azani, former spokesperson of Israel’s consulate in New York, writes that the relationship between the United States and Israel is a reciprocal strategic partnership built on shared values, not a one-way welfare agreement. Highlighting how Israeli intelligence and military innovations, joint defense systems like Iron Dome and critical warnings that protected U.S. troops from Iranian attacks—directly save American lives, Azani argues that security assistance to Israel is a vital investment. QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "Teaching the world about the greatest Jewish contributors to American history gives people the knowledge to counter those who spread hate and lies about the American Jewish community." - Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun, the U.S. special envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism. - Looking for more on this topic? Find more antisemitism coverage from Fox News here. - Did someone forward you this email? Subscribe to additional newsletters from Fox News here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e68aa12eaf174af80b1c Jimmy Failla recalls double-parking cab on 6th Avenue to squeeze in first FOX TV appearance te 2026-07-16T14:11:22.368Z Jimmy Failla recalls double-parking cab on 6th Avenue to squeeze in first FOX TV appearance "Fox News Saturday Night" host Jimmy Failla looked back on his unlikely path to becoming a FOX personality, recalling his first television appearance while still driving a New York City cab — and keeping it double-parked outside the studio. "When I was first getting booked on FOX, I was legitimately a cab driver... my first hit at FOX, I had my cab double-parked on 6th Avenue with the trunk open and the hazards on, because I was trying to make sure I didn't get a parking ticket..." he told the "Hang Out With Sean Hannity" podcast. "I literally went in and did a hit and ran back out and had to finish my shift," he added. SEAN HANNITY, RILEY GAINES SHOWS AMONG PODCASTS JOINING FOX ONE'S EXPANDED STREAMING PORTFOLIO Failla, who appeared on Thursday's episode of Sean Hannity's podcast, said he landed the first hit after performing at the Gotham Comedy Club when he was approached with an offer to appear on Kennedy's FOX Business show. "[A producer] was like, 'Hey, wanna be on FOX tomorrow?' And I was like, 'Yeah... I didn't even know if it was real," he recounted. Despite dropping in for the special debut appearance, more work had to be done. Failla still had to drive the remainder of his shift for the day, so he stopped for an hour and did a hit at FOX before getting back to the driver's seat. JEFF FOXWORTHY SAYS HOLLYWOOD HAS NOT UNDERSTOOD REGULAR AMERICANS IN A ‘LONG, LONG TIME’ After the segment aired, Failla couldn't resist sharing the milestone with the passengers who climbed into his cab. "I told every passenger and everyone, 'I'm on TV tonight!' And they were like, 'Honey, let's get out at the next light, I think he's on the pot,'" he quipped. Failla now hosts "Fox News Saturday Night," the nationally syndicated "FOX Across America" radio show and is a frequent fixture across FOX News Media platforms, a far cry from the days when he had to squeeze television appearances into the middle of a taxi shift. To catch Failla's full appearance on Hannity's podcast, look for the latest episode on iHeart, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other major podcast platforms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e676a12eaf174af80b13 Jena Sims slips into a stunning golf outfit at The Open, Brits were furious after loss & Canadian smoke te 2026-07-16T14:11:02.418Z Jena Sims slips into a stunning golf outfit at The Open, Brits were furious after loss & Canadian smoke Holy smoke. Welcome in for another edition of Screencaps where we address the heavy plume of smoke from Canadian wildfires (allegedly) that is hanging over NW Ohio. We're probably talking some of the worst air quality in the world right now and it's literally over the Screencaps HQ. How bad is it? Just opening an external door will take your breath away. That's not an exaggeration. It's actually eery how still it is. The smoke, and the putrid plastic smell is just hovering. Which brings me to this thought: How is it possible that these Canadian wildfires weren't a thing until three summers ago? The New York Times says it's all climate change. CBC, Canada's national news outlet, is currently telling kids on its CBC Kids News site that "wildfires are likely to happen more often. They may also be more powerful." FIRST ON FOX: SCHOOL LIED, HID DAUGHTER'S GENDER TRANSITION UNDER DISTRICT POLICY, PARENTS ALLEGE Why? Climate change. "The Canadian government is working on plans to adapt to — or prepare for — this reality," CBC says. And what's in that plan? They're not saying. Where does this all go? I'd love to hear from you guys. I hate to be a conspiracy theorist, but this is a moment in time we should be on high alert. What are the politicians up to? 📩 Email: joe.kinsey@outkick.com Send photos, stories, tips, rants—whatever you've got. 📰 Screencaps Page: 👉 Read the latest Screencaps ▶️ YouTube: Screencaps with Joe Kinsey Subscribe for videos, rants, and behind-the-scenes. CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT OWNER HITS PARENTS OF BRATTY KIDS WITH HEFTY FINES FOR TRASHING HIS BUSINESS 🐦 Twitter/X: @JoeKinseyexp Tag me or drop a DM. 📸 Instagram: @OutKickScreencaps You guys need to start tagging me on content you're seeing. 📘 Facebook Page: Screencaps on Facebook 👥 Facebook Group: Join the Screencaps Community 📬 Mail (Thursday Night Mowing League): 27072 Carronade Dr, Unit A 155 Perrysburg, OH 43551 🗞️ Newsletter: 👉 Subscribe here – Chris B. understands why I told the kids to get out of the grass, which would be drug into the pool, which I would've had to clean up: It looks like you have the same problem I have, friend come over and rules are thrown out the window  I currently have a 9 & 11 year old and it’s been a struggle over the past couple years since we got the pool to not have them act like little maniacs. I have no issue letting them have it and the parents that come over don’t seem to have a problem with it either. Biggest issue I have is when they play in the spa and empty it. We have a shelf they can play on and yet it’s always the spa where they go and it’s not even on. Then they go to side yard with little supervision where somebody always seems to get either hurt, break something, or drag sand from the horseshoe pits into the pool. It’s always something and then my kids wonder why we don’t let them invite people over. – Scott in Florida reacts to the 13 year olds who want to go Spring Break 1989 on our pool: You are absolutely correct with enforcing your pool rules. I had a pool growing up and we had pool rules established by my dad. I’ve had 2 of my own houses and they both had a pool. I adopted my dad’s saying when it came to the pool. He would say "My house, my pool, my rules.  If you don't like the pool rules, then go swim at someone else’s house." My dad had no problem yelling at me or my friends when we weren’t following the pool rules. I had no problem yelling at my kids or their friends when they weren’t following the pool rules. The rules are there for safety of the kids. Kids can be stupid and do stupid things. Especially when a pool is involved. Keep enforcing your pool rules. – Ryan Hyatt in west Texas says: While I've never had a pool, I have had a house and the rules at the house have always been simple...My house, my rules. The rules applied to my son growing up and to his friends when they were here at the house. For you, when it comes to a pool, it's simple again. You paid for the pool. You pay for the insurance for the pool. You have rules for your sons and you have rules for your house. Why? It's your house. If the 13-year olds want to get a job, start a great media empire and build a nice house with a pool, they can and they can have their own rules. Until then, you paid the freight you make the rules. So we get to the part where your son's buddy says, "come over to my house and we'll rock out! No rules! No Worries!" Awesome... This is where it gets even more fun to be a Dad. This is where you get to tell your son that his friends parents can parent any way they want. They can have any rules at their pool they want... But... Our family rules extend beyond our home and our pool. We expect you to follow the same rules we established here at our home when you're away from home at anyone else's house. No exceptions. Our family rule are actually family values. Values travel. So, go over to your friend's pool, have a great time, but don't violate your values. And if you do, the punishment will be the same as if you did it right here at your own home! Harsh? No. It's fair and clear and will give kid's the "excuse" they need with their friends to do the right thing when you're not there... You're doing a great job, even if you can't seem to find some high-level 14-year old pitchers whose parents are willing to let them blowout their elbows throwing baby sliders for no reason... – Bob E. tells me: Jumping into the pool (is that allowed, heh) on SCJ and friends. It's simple, your casa-your rules. SCJ can have a pre-pool chat with his buddies about expectations (rules), and there'll still be plenty of fun. SCJ will appreciate you being a parent, not the cool dad, when he matures. I'll wager the rogue friend probably doesn't get much correction at home which translates into his reaction at the Kinsey abode.  On business last week in New Mexico, I shared an elevator ride with a dad and lad there for a U-15 baseball tournament. Homebase for them is Denver, Colorado and mom and sister were in Tennessee for a dance competition. Stepping out of the elevator, I commented my travel ball (soccer) years were done and how travel ball is all about dollars now. Dad said his son's baseball club has A, B, and C teams. Yearly cost for the A team is $6,000, and the C team is $2,500. I didn't ask what the 6k included and didn't ask his son's designated team. Between transportation, hotel, meals and split parenting events, I'm thinking that's an easy 3-4k weekend for them, yikes! – Matt B. in Dunwoody, GA checks in: I'm assuming most responses to your pool quandary will be similar, but my take is: Your House, Your Rules.  I took my oldest on a bucket list trip to Australia when he was 10. We stayed a night on the front and back end of the trip with a college buddy who's an expat living there with his Aussie wife and kids. One of his boys had a couple buddies stop by after a basketball game.  As I was sitting at my computer in their kitchen, the two friends around age 10 walked up to me, stuck out their hands and introduced themselves. My buddy walks in and I go 'what just happened?'.  He didn't follow, so I told him about the introductions. My buddy's like, 'Oh that's how they do it here. If you go to someone's house, you introduce yourself to the adults and then get on to playing. It teaches respect and familiarity.'  To this day, when mine go out, I try to remind them to 'Be like an Australian'.   – Brad S. says it's time to look at our insurance policy: With two teens at home (F13, M15), we become the go-to place in the summer because of our backyard pool. I can say that I haven't had a problem with the boys because my son keeps the others in check—no three-tiered chicken fights, and no jumping from the ladder or the sides of our above-ground pool.Two years ago, they probably wouldn't have listened as well! The girls, however, have to be reminded constantly to keep the screaming down—especially at night. The neighbor on one side is 94, and the family on the other side has a baby and a toddler. I definitely don't want any complaints! If you have a pool, make sure you have the proper home insurance coverage. As an insurance guy, here's what I insist for all my clients: Your liability coverage should be at least a million dollars, and I always suggest an additional one-million dollar umbrella policy. You never think anything bad will happen, but if it does, you're protected. – Tom T. adds perspective on neighborhood dads and their rules: I think you are absolutely correct in chastising the teen boys that break your undoubtedly easy rules for the pool.   When I was 16, I drove down to my buddy’s house 200 yards away, and got my little Dodge Colt up to 3rd gear.   When I pulled in his driveway, his dad told me I was going way too fast, and did not need to get into 3rd gear to drive down the freaking block.  I said "Yes, sir", and it was all forgotten.  I remember it to this day, and shake my head at what a young dipshit I was at the time. – Ken from Shamong, NJ knows what I'm going through: There must be rules or else chaos will happen. Our high school age daughter hosted a pool party at our house. Lounge furniture was being thrown into the pool. Our daughter was told to address that or I would. Her choice. She addressed it. Other rules were back packs were left in the house and gates were locked and if you left you did not come back. The kids choose to party somewhere else next time. I was happy and they were happy. Win - win for everyone. – Michael from Pittsburgh says: Noticed this strongly over the weekend at an engagement cookout we hosted for my 24YO son and his fiance. Have noticed it casually over the past few years. Kids my son's age, whom I've known most of their lives, all of a sudden want to no longer call me Mr. Instead they're going first name basis. I politely say, "Let's stick with Mr. Last Name Here" I'm 59, and when I go back to my old neighborhood, I call all the adults Mr & Mrs to this day. I also insist that my kids stick with the formal salutation for all of the parents in our circle. Am I making a bigger deal of this than necessary? Kinsey: I'm of the belief that you grow up knowing what you know. I didn't grow up using Mr. [last name] to address adults and I haven't raised my kids that way either, but they damn well better show respect for the adult. Is it less respect to not use Mr.? That's for you guys to debate. I think, at the end of the day, respect is respect. I don't need a neighbor kid calling me Mr. Kinsey. Call me Joe and don't be a moron in the pool. – Michael has hammered me in the past when I hammer football refs, but this email is pretty much an olive branch: Have really enjoyed your take on travel ball (of all forms) in recent weeks. I am lucky that Mrs. Referee and I are aligned on our travel ball stances - all 3 of our boys play rec baseball currently and not only enjoy it but are pretty good at it. We’ve decided that we won’t get our boys into travel ball (or as it’s called here in California, "comp" baseball) until they’ve gone past their 12U season - for many reasons, not just the money (although that plays into it). We had a very recent experience that solidified our stance even more, that I think you and a lot of your readers may appreciate (and be a little horrified by). Our local little league is a bit travel ball-obsessed, and we take it as a badge of honor that our boys play just as well (or even better) than the kids who cost their parents thousands of dollars every year. We both know that we’re resented by more than a few parents in our league as a result of it. Our 11-year-old finally experienced some of the gatekeeping this year, unfortunately. For whatever reason, the 11U and 12U all star teams include player voting in their selection process (it’s even recommended to do this in the Little League rule book!), and since he doesn’t have travel ball creds, a lot of the kids didn’t bother voting for him this season, even after establishing himself as the strongest 11-year old pitcher in the league with 50 K in 34 IP, 3.52 ERA and 1 CG - thanks GameChanger! He wasn’t voted on to the 11U team this year, and I found out after the fact this was largely due to the player voting - despite being highly touted by most of the coaches. Being on the board (as the umpire-in-chief, natch) I was privy to a lot of the politics so I knew this was a possibility. He was a bit bummed not to make this year’s team after making last year’s 10U team, but he was quickly on to the next thing, as is typical for him. That is, until we get a call from the team’s manager last Sunday deciding that he did need our son after all. One player had gone down to injury and another had left on a vacation that his parents swore they wouldn’t take if they got that far in the tournament. Now all of a sudden after their first loss (double-elimination) it’s up to Referee Jr. and one other kid (also brought on late, in a similar situation) to save the team. Both of them pitched well, but with no run support the team lost and that was that. Ultimately we were happy that he got his all-star experience but miffed that it happened this way. Kinsey: Thank you to Michael for having his boy Make Rec Ball Great Again. His son won't end up some downtrodden dork because he didn't go to Cooperstown after begging his aunts and uncles for $100 donations. It's slim pickings at these golf tournaments these days with Dustin Johnson not in The Open, which means Paulina Gretzky is at home. We just don't have the interesting golf wives like 10 years ago. Jena is a dying breed. That's why we have to cherish these moments. Brooksie is 36. We're not going to get many more years of Jena dumping out content at these tournaments. Enjoy these days before they're gone. Nothing good can come of this, Jerry. Actively running after someone yelling your name during a backswing at a celebrity tournament you're not going to win, and where double bogey is your friend, is not smart. Jerry finished the American Century Championship in 42nd place, one spot behind Carson Daly. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Jerry, you're 63. Relax. ######################## And that is it. The smoke has the sky looking orange. It's a good day to work on the Internet, so let's get after it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e449a12eaf174af80aa5 Rubio puts entire world on notice against rise of 'poisonous' far-left terror 'masked as equality' te 2026-07-16T14:01:45.617Z Rubio puts entire world on notice against rise of 'poisonous' far-left terror 'masked as equality' Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared Thursday that violent far-left political terrorism "can no longer be denied" as he urged more than 60 countries gathered in Washington to treat the threat as a global counterterrorism priority. Speaking at the opening of a State Department ministerial attended by roughly 65 foreign delegations, Rubio said governments had spent too long overlooking what he described as a resurgence of transnational far-left extremist violence and called for greater international cooperation to counter it. Rubio described radical leftism as "a poisonous resentment cloaked in the language of equality and justice." TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FAR-LEFT PROTESTERS CLASH WITH POLICE IN ANTI-CONSERVATIVE PARTY RIOTS "Today we face a new wave of this old evil here in the United States, the share of left-wing terrorist attacks and plots has risen to levels not seen in decades," the secretary went on.  Rubio said the administration is rebuilding the U.S. counterterrorism strategy around what it views as an increasingly transnational threat, announcing that additional foreign terrorist organization designations are forthcoming after the State Department designated four foreign far-left groups in November 2025.  Rubio said far-left extremist networks coordinate across borders by sharing training materials, encrypted communications, financing and safe houses while working alongside hostile foreign states. He argued the United States and its allies must respond by expanding intelligence sharing, law enforcement cooperation and efforts to disrupt terrorist financing. "You are here because this is real, and it is getting worse, and it can no longer be denied, and it can no longer be ignored," Rubio said. "It is time to crush this evil forever." "It's time for people of the civilized world to defend themselves," he added.  A foreign terrorist organization designation criminalizes providing material support to the group, enables the U.S. government to freeze assets under its jurisdiction and blocks members from entering the United States.  Administration officials said the ministerial is the culmination of an eight-month diplomatic effort to convince foreign governments that violent far-left extremist networks have become a growing cross-border threat requiring greater international coordination. The initiative comes as some analysts and foreign officials have questioned whether violent far-left groups constitute a cohesive international terrorism threat comparable to Islamist extremist organizations. Others have raised concerns governments could use such initiatives to target political opponents under the banner of counterterrorism. Administration officials rejected those concerns Wednesday, arguing the effort is narrowly focused on criminal and terrorist violence rather than political beliefs. "We haven't waded into trying to disambiguate people's beliefs and ideologies," a senior State Department official told reporters. "In America, you can believe anything you want. The minute that you cross the legal threshold, that changes." BILL MAHER TORCHES FAR-LEFT ASSASSINATION CULTURE AFTER STRING OF HIGH-PROFILE ATTACKS Officials argue governments spent much of the past two decades concentrating on jihadist terrorism while underestimating what they describe as a resurgence of politically motivated violence from violent far-left extremist networks operating across borders. "This has been a blind spot for a lot of our partners, frankly. They have not seen these trends ... since the 1970s," the senior State Department official said. "Our partners have talked to us about the rise of assassinations or assassination plots." Administration officials pointed to a series of recent attacks in Europe that they argue underscore the need for greater international cooperation. On July 1, coordinated firebomb attacks targeted the homes of members of Greece's governing New Democracy party in Thessaloniki, killing the mother of parliamentary candidate Afroditi Nestora and injuring four others. Greek anti-terrorism police later arrested three suspects. In January, an arson attack on a power transmission facility in Berlin, Germany, knocked out electricity to tens of thousands of homes and businesses. German authorities later transferred the investigation to the federal prosecutor over suspected involvement by a terrorist organization. The meeting builds on a series of actions the administration has taken since late 2025, including designating four foreign far-left organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists, along with offering a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the disruption of their financial networks. Rubio is expected to argue that violent far-left extremist groups increasingly operate across borders, sharing tactics, coordinating attacks and exploiting international conflicts to recruit followers, making greater cooperation among governments essential to disrupting the threat. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller also are expected to address the ministerial, which will include discussions on the global threat landscape, terrorist financing, intelligence sharing and protecting critical infrastructure. Officials also disputed reports that foreign partners were reluctant to participate, saying several governments approached the United States seeking to join the initiative after recognizing similar trends within their own borders. "We've had countries who have reached out to us that want to be part of this," the senior State Department official said. The four organizations designated by the administration in November were Antifa Ost, the Informal Anarchist Federation/International Revolutionary Front (FAI/FRI), Armed Proletarian Justice and Revolutionary Class Self-Defense. The administration says the groups, which operate in Germany, Italy and Greece, have coordinated violent attacks across national borders. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e436a12eaf174af80a94 Trump admin fires US attorney in Seattle minutes after he was appointed te 2026-07-16T14:01:26.161Z Trump admin fires US attorney in Seattle minutes after he was appointed The Trump administration took the fight over who controls U.S. attorney appointments to a whole new level, firing a Seattle-based prosecutor less than an hour after he was picked for the job without the blessing of the administration. "District court judges can appoint a temporary U.S. Attorney, and POTUS can fire them," Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche wrote Wednesday on X as he was testifying before the Senate in his confirmation hearing, calling out a U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington state panel for elevating Judge Roger Rogoff to be the top federal prosecutor in Seattle. "WDWA judges abandoned the time-honored process of consultation with the administration so that the selected U.S. Attorney is qualified to serve in the administration," Blanche said. "Roger Rogoff has been fired by the President." That post came after Rogoff, 57, a former King County Superior Court judge and longtime state and federal prosecutor, was sworn in before 8 a.m. local time at the federal courthouse in downtown Seattle as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' He then went to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and asked to meet with Charles Neil Floyd, the Trump administration’s preferred choice for the job, whose 120-day interim term expired in February. While Rogoff waited in the lobby, he received an email notifying him that Trump had removed him from office. Rogoff's situation was not mentioned in Blanche's Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday, but Blanche is back before the Senate again Thursday and Rogoff now might be a notable topic of discussion during his confirmation process. BIDEN JUDGE REJECTS TRUMP'S SANCTUARY CITIES LAWSUIT, SAYS EVEN A WIN WOULDN'T SOLVE DOJ'S PROBLEM The quick dismissal came after all 17 active and senior federal judges in the deep-blue district appointed Rogoff to the vacancy. The judges, appointed by five presidents (10 by Democrats and seven by Republicans), had opened an application process after the administration did not send Floyd’s nomination to the Senate and instead kept him in place by making him first assistant U.S. attorney while leaving the top job vacant. U.S. attorneys, who serve as the Justice Department’s chief federal prosecutors in each district, are normally nominated by the president and confirmed by the Senate. Federal law allows the attorney general to name an interim U.S. attorney for 120 days. If that period expires without a confirmed nominee, district judges may appoint someone to serve until the vacancy is filled. Because of obstruction by Democrats in the narrowly held Senate, the Trump administration has resorted to using acting titles and other personnel moves to keep its prosecutors in place. Courts have pushed back in several Democrat-heavy districts like Seattle and New Jersey, issuing legal challenges to the Justice Department and White House authority. "I don’t think it’s the way to run the Department of Justice," Rogoff told The New York Times. "When you have this sort of made up way of putting people in these positions, the process breaks down." Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., opposed Floyd for the U.S. attorney job and blasted Rogoff’s quick firing. "Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to public service, and he was appointed legally by the federal judges in the Western District of Washington," Murray wrote in a statement. "This administration doesn’t want to deal with advice and consent — they just want to install cronies to carry out a corrupt political agenda." LEGAL WAR ON TRUMP’S AGENDA GAINS FIREPOWER AS FEDERAL LAWYERS DEFECT TO DEMOCRATS Trump administration officials have long noted that the "advise and consent" role of the Senate does not grant Democrats against Trump's administrative priorities to be a hard block on his agenda and nominees, though. Rogoff has retained an employment law firm and is considering a legal challenge to his firing. Fox News Digital reached out to Rogoff for comment. The Seattle clash follows similar disputes elsewhere. In New Jersey, Alina Habba resigned as the top federal prosecutor after an appeals court said she had been serving unlawfully. In Virginia, Lindsey Halligan left an acting U.S. attorney post after a judge found her appointment unlawful and dismissed indictments she had brought against New York Attorney General Letitia James and former FBI Director James Comey. The administration has also fired court-appointed U.S. attorneys in other districts. Rogoff, who spent 20 years as a state prosecutor and six as a federal prosecutor before becoming a state judge, said he knew the administration might fire him immediately. Despite this, he said he had no qualms about the potential conflict he was walking into, because being U.S. attorney is "the best job there is." "I’m really proud of my career," Rogoff said. "The fact that the judges of this district — most of whom I’ve spent my career appearing in front of, or trying cases against, or working with — believed that I was the right person to do this work is just really humbling and amazing." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e422a12eaf174af80a7f AZ Court of Appeals: Citing fake AI-generated cases can get you sanctioned, no matter your intent te 2026-07-16T14:01:06.200Z AZ Court of Appeals: Citing fake AI-generated cases can get you sanctioned, no matter your intent (Illustration via iStock/Getty Images Plus) The Arizona Court of Appeals put lawyers and self-represented litigants alike on notice: If you let artificial intelligence write your legal brief and don’t check whether the cases it cites are real, you can be sanctioned for it — even if you never meant to mislead anyone. “Submission of hallucinated case citations — intentional or unintentional — is unjustifiable. To accept a defense of lack of ill intent would legitimize reckless indifference to the truth and accuracy of court filings and tolerate some level of misrepresentation,” Judge Brian Furuya wrote. “This we will not do.” The ruling by the appellate court marks the first time that Arizona courts have published an opinion on the use of generative artificial intelligence — and the hallucinations that come with it — in legal filings.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE The unanimous ruling, and the sanctions that it imposes, sprang out of a probate case. Gloria Acciavatti died in June 2023 at 93, leaving three adult children. When her daughter, Kim Dineen, sought appointment to administer the estate, she found there was nothing to administer because the assets were titled in her brother Jeffrey Kotchka’s name.  Dineen went to court in February 2024 to have the estate sorted out and herself named personal representative. Both of her siblings objected. After a hearing, a Maricopa County judge sided with Dineen and appointed her in July 2025.  Kotchka, representing himself, appealed. In his opening brief with the Court of Appeals, he made eight citations. The court found that six of them were deficient: Some pointed to wrong pages, some attributed rules or facts to cases that didn’t contain them, and two were cases that “simply do not exist.” In a written explanation and at a court hearing focused on the false citations, Kotchka readily acknowledged that he relied on generative AI to write his brief, and he conceded that he had not used — or even seen — the materials available on the Court of Appeals’ website for self-represented litigants. Among those materials is a guide providing tips and warnings for using AI tools. And Kotchka testified that he didn’t use any publicly available research tools to verify the arguments and citations in his filing, nor did he consult a professional.  “Indeed, he admitted he did nothing to independently verify the citations. We appreciate his candor, but all litigants, whether appearing through lawyers or in their own person, must ensure their filings comply with all applicable rules and law,” Furuya wrote. Reliance on generative AI doesn’t absolve parties in a case, whether they are licensed attorneys or laypeople representing themselves, from abiding by court rules, the appellate court ruled. “Accordingly, citing a hallucinated case in a legal filing is sanctionable conduct,” Furuya wrote. The three-judge panel noted that court rules allow for more severe sanctions, including contempt charges and monetary fines. But because Kotchka claimed he didn’t intend to deceive the court and isn’t a trained legal professional, it opted to narrowly sanction him by requiring him to pay the portion of Dineen’s attorney’s fees traceable to dealing with the fake citations. How much that is depends on what documentation Dineen submits to the court. Kotchka’s appeal was also rejected because there were no supportive legal authorities for his claims once the inaccurate and false citations were stricken. Although it set a framework for Arizona courts to sanction parties in the future for AI hallucinations, the Court of Appeals was careful to say the problem isn’t the technology. Generative AI can check grammar, tighten prose and summarize long documents, Furuya wrote, and the panel said it “recognize[s] the promise” such tools hold for people who can’t afford a lawyer, “provided the person signing the brief checks to make sure all the cases they cite are real and accurately cited.” YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e1efa12eaf174af80a30 Trump’s swift ICE reversal hailed for showing 'confidence' in frontline agents te 2026-07-16T13:51:43.170Z Trump’s swift ICE reversal hailed for showing 'confidence' in frontline agents FIRST ON FOX: President Donald Trump’s quick reversal of a nationwide ban on ICE vehicle stops has been a "huge" boost for many ICE agents on the ground and reassured them that the commander-in-chief still has "confidence in the agency and its people," a federal special agent working deportations said. Speaking with Fox News Digital on the condition of anonymity, the agent said that the concerns that prompted the pause – a need for additional training for ICE agents on adversarial vehicle stops – are still being addressed. At the same time, the agent said the president’s action proved he still believes in law enforcement professionals to get the job done amid what has been an especially operationally challenging year. "Today, when the president came out with his un-pause, I think what he showed was confidence in the agency and its people, and I think that goes a long way when somebody is in one of those difficult situations," said the agent. "I’ve been doing this a long time and I’ve never seen something like that," the agent added. TRUMP REVERSES DHS POLICY, ORDERS ICE TO RESUME VEHICLE STOPS AFTER ONE-DAY PAUSE The Department of Homeland Security announced a pause on Tuesday for ICE vehicle stops after two ICE officer-involved shootings in Maine and Texas. The guidance was short-lived, however, as the next day President Donald Trump instructed the agency to reverse course on what he called "one of ICE's most important and effective Crime Fighting tools." Trump wrote that "the men and women of ICE are doing a GREAT job, one that has to be done." He noted that "CRIME IS WAY DOWN IN AMERICA, in many cases with numbers that haven’t been seen in decades." To the ICE agents operating across the country, Trump wrote, "Be judicious, fair and smart, and go back and do your very important job. Keep those Crime Stat Records coming! Remember, you are loved and respected in America." 2028 DEM HOPEFULS TORCHED OVER WEBINARS TEACHING ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS HOW TO 'DEFY' ICE In response, the agent said to them Trump’s message meant he had agents’ back. "You don’t have to be a Donald Trump fan but to know that the person who is ultimately responsible for all of this is saying, ‘Hey, I believe in you, you guys will work this out, we’re going to be alright,’" the agent said. The agent said that in the last year, illegal immigrants have grown more adversarial during arrests, increasing the danger of operations for both the arrestee and law enforcement. This is further exacerbated, said the agent, by the prevalence of interference and even often violent confrontation by civilian bystanders during operations. This means that agents are operating in increasingly stressful, unpredictable environments. Amid this, the agent likened ending all vehicle stops to removing a tool from a toolbox. "Any tool you take out of the toolbox is going to create challenges for [agents] to do their job in a more efficient way," he said. DOCS EXPOSE HORRIFIC STRANGLING, KIDNAPPING CHARGES AGAINST ANTI-ICE LAWYER CHAMPIONED BY DEMS Still, the agent said they would "welcome" even more training officers. According to the agent, ICE has already increased its training for officers working deportation operations on the streets. The additional training has been especially concentrated on responding to riot-type situations, something that the agent said most ICE officers previously did not need to prepare for. "They should constantly be looking at these policies and how they affect the people in the field, but also how it's perceived by the public, how legal it is, and how do we do this more safe?" the agent said, concluding, "I think any sane person would be in agreement with me to say, ‘Hey, let's look at how we can do this safer for everybody.’" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e1dba12eaf174af80a24 Game-changing cholesterol pill wins FDA approval after cutting LDL nearly 60% te 2026-07-16T13:51:23.712Z Game-changing cholesterol pill wins FDA approval after cutting LDL nearly 60% Millions of Americans with high cholesterol now have a new treatment option, as the FDA has approved the first once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor. Merck, the New Jersey-based manufacturer of Lipfendra (enlicitide), announced the approval on Thursday. Lipfendra blocks the action of PCSK9, a naturally occurring protein that affects how the liver removes LDL ("bad") cholesterol from the bloodstream. DR OZ LINKS OBESITY TO CHRONIC DISEASE SURGE, SAYS GLP-1S CAN 'JUMPSTART' BETTER HEALTH "PCSK-9 is a protein that works in the liver, preventing the recycling of LDL receptors, as a result increasing bad cholesterol in the blood," Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst, told Fox News Digital. "In the caveman days, this was useful when we were hunter-gatherers and didn't always have food, but now it mainly forms plaques that lead directly to heart disease." YOUR RESTING HEART RATE COULD REVEAL MORE ABOUT YOUR HEALTH THAN YOU THINK, DOCTORS SAY The pill is approved as an add-on to diet and other LDL-lowering therapies in adults with high cholesterol, including inherited forms of high cholesterol, Merck stated. In phase 3 clinical trials, Lipfendra was shown to reduce LDL cholesterol by roughly 56% to 60% when combined with statin therapy. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "This is around double the impact of statins," Siegel noted. The pill was generally well-tolerated in the trials, Merck reported. The most common side effects were diarrhea and dizziness, while serious side effects and treatment discontinuations occurred at rates similar to those in the placebo group. Statins, which work by blocking an enzyme in the liver that the body uses to make cholesterol, are the most commonly prescribed cholesterol-lowering medications, according to the American Heart Association. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER For many people, statins are effective on their own. But for some patients who have very high cholesterol levels, inherited forms of high cholesterol or adverse side effects when taking statins, another medication — such as a PCSK9 inhibitor like Lipfendra — may be necessary, per the AHA. Until now, PCSK9 inhibitors — such as Repatha and Praluent — have only been available as injections, a factor experts say may have contributed to their underuse. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "Repatha, the injectable form, is very useful, with few side effects," Siegel noted. "The oral form, Lipfendra, is also well-tolerated and just as effective." Additional research is needed to determine whether Lipfendra also reduces the risk of heart attacks, strokes and cardiovascular deaths. Results from a large clinical trial are expected to be available in 2029, Merck stated. "Steve Nissen, longtime head of preventive cardiology at Cleveland Clinic, tells me that the lower the better when it comes to LDL cholesterol, especially in those at risk for heart disease," Siegel added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58e1c8a12eaf174af80a1b Baltimore Sun owner threatens MD Governor Wes Moore with lawsuit over what he calls a defamatory Epstein link te 2026-07-16T13:51:04.264Z Baltimore Sun owner threatens MD Governor Wes Moore with lawsuit over what he calls a defamatory Epstein link David Smith, the owner of The Baltimore Sun and executive chairman of Sinclair Broadcast Group, threatened Wednesday to sue Maryland Gov. Wes Moore for defamation over remarks Moore made on MS NOW linking Smith to Jeffrey Epstein, escalating a dispute over the newspaper's reporting on the Democratic governor's military record. "A false assertion of this nature linking an individual to Mr. Epstein’s financial dealings is of a kind that foreseeably subjects that individual to serious reputational harm, including public contempt and scorn, diminished business relationships, and damage to personal and professional standing," Smith’s lawyer wrote. Attorney Harold Walter made the warning in a June letter obtained by Semafor, which first reported the threatened lawsuit. Walter demanded that Moore retract and correct his remarks or explain their factual basis and instructed the governor's team to preserve documents concerning Smith and any purported Epstein connection. ‘LIBELOUS’ NYT REPORT TYING TRUMP FAMILY TO GOVERNMENT-BACKED DEAL SPARKS LEGAL DEMAND "The governor should issue a ‘clear, unequivocal public retraction and correction,’" the letter said. Walter also demanded that Moore publicly retract the claim or provide evidence supporting it. "Identify, at least at a high level, the factual basis (if any) on which you relied in making the statement," the letter said. Moore's team rejected the demand and told Semafor that the governor stood by his comments. Joseph Sandler, Moore's personal attorney, responded Tuesday that Epstein's funds had owned several hundred thousand dollars' worth of investments in Sinclair while Smith served as chairman and CEO. ISRAELI PM NETANYAHU INITIATING DEFAMATION LAWSUIT AGAINST NEW YORK TIMES OVER CONTROVERSIAL ‘DOG RAPE’ STORY "The statement made by Governor Moore is absolutely and indisputably true and, therefore, your assertion that the statement is defamatory is meritless," Sandler wrote. In a response provided to Fox News Digital, Sandler argued that Walter had misstated Moore’s words. Sandler wrote that Moore did not claim Epstein invested directly in Smith, but instead said Smith "was invested in by Jeffrey Epstein." Sandler cited Justice Department records that he said showed Epstein-founded Financial Trust Company held Sinclair investments valued between $156,240 and $373,980 in 2001 and 2002. He also said another Epstein-founded company, Southern Trust Company, invested more than $100,000 in Sinclair Broadcast Group in 2013 through Southern Financial LLC. The attorney noted that Smith served as Sinclair’s chairman, president and CEO during the years in which the Epstein-controlled entities held the investments. Sandler's response, as summarized by Semafor, cited investments in Sinclair. The report did not describe a personal relationship between Smith and Epstein.  CLINTON JUDGE ORDERS DOJ TO UNSEAL THE EPSTEIN FILES IT HAS BEEN KEEPING HIDDEN Smith personally purchased The Baltimore Sun in 2024. Sandler also confirmed that Moore’s team had taken steps to preserve evidence related to Smith’s threatened claim and demanded that Smith preserve records involving efforts to "attack or encourage attacks on Governor Moore." Moore made the disputed remarks during an appearance on MS NOW's "The Weeknight," when he was questioned about critical coverage of his administration and biographical record. The governor accused the newspaper of targeting him. "This is not journalism. This is slander and misinformation," Moore said. The dispute followed months of reporting by The Baltimore Sun and Sinclair-affiliated Spotlight on Maryland journalists examining Moore’s military service and other elements of his biography. Semafor previously reported that Smith had been copied on emails from reporters investigating the governor, an arrangement the outlet described as unusual because newspapers typically separate ownership and editorial operations. Moore attacked the newspaper’s direction in an interview with former Biden White House press secretary Jen Psaki. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "It’s actually a very sad day because The Baltimore Sun used to be our paper of record. It’s now become the paper of the right wing," Moore said. Questions about Moore's military biography have included his listing of a Bronze Star on a 2006 White House fellowship application before he had received the award. Moore described the listing as an honest mistake and received the medal in 2024 after his former commander resubmitted the paperwork. Sandler further argued that Smith’s threatened action appeared to be a bad-faith claim intended to inhibit Moore from speaking on a matter of public concern. No lawsuit had been reported as filed Wednesday. The exchange remained at the demand-letter stage, with Smith seeking a retraction and Moore’s attorney maintaining that the governor’s statement was true. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58da96a12eaf174af8049f Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu te 2026-07-16T13:20:22.412Z Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu The deal, which was rumored to be in the works last year, marks an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in a key market. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d88da12eaf174af8047e SCOTUS has shown Congress a path on birthright citizenship. Lawmakers must act te 2026-07-16T13:11:41.874Z SCOTUS has shown Congress a path on birthright citizenship. Lawmakers must act As President Trump urges the Supreme Court to revisit birthright citizenship and Texas investigates a hospital accused of marketing "birth packages" to foreign nationals, one thing has become impossible to deny: Congress can no longer ignore its responsibility to clarify our nation's citizenship laws. The debate over birthright citizenship has returned to the forefront of our national conversation, and the recent Supreme Court decision has made abundantly clear that Congress can no longer ignore our responsibility to secure our nation for future generations of Americans. While the Court reached its own conclusions in the case before it, Justice Brett Kavanaugh's separate opinion underscored an important point. He suggested that Congress, not the executive branch, is the proper institution to address the scope of birthright citizenship through legislation. That is precisely what my Birthright Citizenship Act is designed to do. TRUMP BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP FIGHT COMES ROARING BACK WITH ‘INVADERS’ PLAY AFTER KAVANAUGH ROADMAP For too long, our nation has operated under an interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment that extends automatic citizenship far beyond what its authors intended. The Citizenship Clause was ratified in the aftermath of the Civil War to guarantee that formerly enslaved Americans would be recognized as full citizens of the United States. It was never intended to create a worldwide incentive for illegal immigration or to reward those who violate our immigration laws with automatic citizenship for their children. The Birthright Citizenship Act restores the original understanding of the Fourteenth Amendment by clarifying in federal law that automatic citizenship at birth applies only when at least one parent is a United States citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident residing in the United States, or a lawful immigrant serving on active duty in the United States Armed Forces. This is a steady, measured, commonsense proposal rooted in the rule of law. ABBOTT ORDERS PROBE AFTER TEXAS HOSPITAL ADVERTISES 'BIRTH PACKAGES' IN MEXICO: 'CITIZENSHIP IS NOT FOR SALE' America's citizenship is among the greatest privilege our nation can bestow. It should not be exploited through illegal immigration or birth tourism. Yet today, our laws have created powerful incentives for both. According to the Center for Immigration Studies, roughly one in ten births in the United States is to an illegal immigrant mother. The organization also estimates that hundreds of thousands of expectant mothers enter the country illegally each year with the expectation of giving birth here. Recent events in my home state of Texas demonstrate exactly why Congress must act. Last week, a hospital came under investigation after advertisements surfaced promoting "Birth Packages in South Texas" for foreign nationals. Just weeks earlier, investigators uncovered a Houston-based birth tourism operation that allegedly helped facilitate the births of more than 1,000 children for Chinese nationals seeking to obtain U.S. citizenship for their children. These are not isolated incidents, they are evidence that our current interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment has created incentives that Congress has the authority and responsibility to address. The consequences extend well beyond the delivery room. Birthright citizenship has become a magnet for illegal immigration, straining public resources and undermining confidence in an immigration system that Americans increasingly believe is neither fair nor secure. REPUBLICAN ACCUSES SCOTUS OF BETRAYING US, PUSHES BILL RESTRICTING BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP, PREGNANT VISITORS The American people deserve an immigration system that rewards legal immigration, respects the Constitution, and places the interests of our citizens first. President Donald Trump has made birthright citizenship reform a national priority, and Congress now has an opportunity, and an obligation, to act. The Supreme Court has reinforced that lasting policy changes should come through the legislative process. My legislation provides exactly that vehicle. Reasonable people can disagree about constitutional interpretation. But there should be broad agreement that Congress should not abdicate its legislative responsibilities. If lawmakers believe our citizenship laws no longer reflect the nation's interests or the original understanding of the Fourteenth Amendment, then Congress should debate the issue openly and vote. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Our nation just witnessed the biggest landmark achievement to date, its 250th birthday. For 250 years, justice, freedom, and liberty have sat at the helm of our great nation, a gift so many fought for that we are now enlisted to protect. An abdication of Congressional authority when it comes to birthright citizenship is an abdication of the responsibility to protect not just our freedom but our children’s. The blessing of liberty belongs to those willing to fight for it, not those who sit idly as it passes into the hands of those who only want to reap the benefits of freedom and never appreciate its sacrifice. That moment has arrived. The Birthright Citizenship Act gives Congress the opportunity to restore integrity to our citizenship laws, eliminate incentives for illegal immigration, and reaffirm that American citizenship is a precious privilege, not an automatic entitlement available to anyone who crosses our borders. The time for debate alone has passed. The time for action is now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d87aa12eaf174af80475 Meghan Markle's show Emmy nomination 'somewhat baffling' due to lackluster ratings: expert te 2026-07-16T13:11:22.407Z Meghan Markle's show Emmy nomination 'somewhat baffling' due to lackluster ratings: expert Meghan Markle's Netflix series has been nominated for an Emmy Award and experts are calling the nod "somewhat baffling." Months after "With Love, Meghan" was canceled by the streaming service, the Duchess of Sussex earned her first-ever Emmy nomination. On Wednesday, Markle took to Instagram to celebrate the news. "A huge congratulations to the amazing crew, producers, and team who worked on ‘With Love, Meghan’ on @netflix We are nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lifestyle Series!" she captioned her post. Hilary Fordwich, British Royals Expert, told Fox News Digital she was shocked by the nomination due to the "lack-luster" response from the audience. MEGHAN MARKLE'S FAILED MARTHA STEWART DREAMS MOCKED BY COMEDIAN: 'SHE WAS SLINGING JAM' "Well not so surprising when one considers these award bodies reward high profile players who might garner the awards attention. Nevertheless, given how polarizing MM is & that the show had completely lackluster ongoing watching views, it is somewhat baffling," Fordwich said. She continued, "The really weak commercial traction of her show, with dreadfully low on-going watching demonstrated by lack of audience appeal, doesn’t warrant such an award, but no doubt it will garner the aforementioned media attention." STEPHEN COLBERT RAKES RECORD-NUMBER OF EMMY NOMINATIONS AFTER 'LATE SHOW' SERIES CANCELLATION According to Fordwich, Markle will most likely use the publicity from her Emmy nomination to fuel her next project. "This would only be a public-relations win, which is a far cry from a concrete future media contract," she said. Kinsey Schofield, host of YouTube’s "Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered," agreed with Fordwich and believes this nomination will help Markle's career. "The nomination is helpful because it gives Meghan something tangible to point to in meetings with studios, networks, and advertisers. Hollywood values third-party validation," Schofield began. "But one nomination doesn’t erase years of inconsistent commercial results." Advertisement She continued, "The industry ultimately cares about whether you can consistently attract audiences, deliver projects on time, and generate returns. That’s still the bigger question surrounding Archewell. Parodies on TikTok generated more eyeballs than With Love, Meghan on Netflix. That’s undeniable." Schofield doesn't believe that Markle's Emmy nomination erases the criticism. However, she does believe it gives her supporters "a credible talking point." "However, one nomination shouldn’t be exaggerated into a sweeping endorsement from Hollywood. There’s a meaningful difference between earning a nomination in a competitive category and fundamentally changing your standing within the entertainment industry," she said. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Doug Eldridge, Founder of Achilles PR, told Fox News Digital that whether Markle's wins the Emmy is not relevant – the nomination is impactful enough. "She will always be introduced—at least as it pertains to entertainment circles—as 'Emmy nominated actress and lifestyle personality, Meghan Markle.' That isn't predicated on the strength of her ratings or whether she eventually wins or loses; it’s an affectation and one she will likely leverage," Eldridge said. "Put differently, in 2026, anyone can publish a book—and in so doing, change their social media bio to read ‘published author’—but that is not the same thing as being a ’New York Times best-selling author,'" he continued. "Either way, they’ll update the bio to reflect their perceived accomplishment." Eldridge believes that her Emmy nomination has helped her optically, but not within the industry. "In terms of optics among fans, yes; for key stakeholders and decision makers within the industry, no," he began. "Not every athlete who qualifies for the Olympics will earn a medal; but each has earned the right to be introduced as an ‘Olympian' for the rest of their life. In that sense, the intro is the accomplishment—a literal one in a million." Eldridge continued, "Markle can’t leverage this within the industry, but from an optics standpoint, she can reposition the magnifying glass into the sun, in hopes of shining brighter in the eyes of her prospective fan/consumer base." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "'If I wasn’t great, I wouldn’t be nominated. If I wasn’t likable—and therefore, marketable—I wouldn’t be nominated.’ For Markle, the true value-add of this nomination doesn’t reflect on her entertainment aspirations, but rather, on her fledgling lifestyle empire," he concluded. When "With Love, Meghan" premiered on Netflix in March 2025, it drew largely negative reviews from critics despite generating significant public interest. The show's first season earned a 38% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and a "generally unfavorable" rating on Metacritic, though it still attracted enough viewers for Netflix to green-light a second season. Markle will find out whether she takes home her first Emmy when the 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards are held on Oct. 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d866a12eaf174af80466 Beloved cruise spot will be off limits through 2027 as safety concerns linger te 2026-07-16T13:11:02.958Z Beloved cruise spot will be off limits through 2027 as safety concerns linger A popular cruise line has extended its suspension of visits to a private resort for another year, prompting some passengers to question whether the destination will ever reopen. Royal Caribbean recently said it's extending its pause on visits to Labadee, Haiti, through June 2027. Labadee, Royal Caribbean's private beach destination on Haiti's northern coast, is popular for its white-sand beaches and the Dragon's Breath Flight Line, one of the world's longest over-water ziplines. US UPDATES TRAVEL WARNING FOR QUAKE-HIT NATION, CITING DISASTER RISKS AND VIOLENT CRIME "As we continue to evaluate conditions in Haiti and our ability to deliver the best vacations responsibly, we have decided to extend the suspension of ship calls to Labadee through June 2027," a Royal Caribbean Group spokesperson told Fox News Digital. "This decision was made with the safety and well-being of our guests and crew members in mind. We have communicated these changes directly with guests." The extension comes as Haiti, which is under a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory from the U.S. State Department, continues to grapple with widespread gang violence and political instability. CRUISE TIPPING CHARGES ARE 'OUT OF CONTROL,' SAY PASSENGERS AS COMPANIES TOUT 'EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE' The resort is roughly six miles northwest of Cap-Haïtien, Haiti's second-largest city. Labadee is one of the few private cruise destinations in Haiti. It gives passengers an exclusive resort experience separate from much of the rest of the country. "We remain committed to our Labadee team members and are working to ensure they feel informed and supported," the Royal Caribbean Group spokesperson added. THOUSANDS OF CRUISE TRAVELERS HIT WITH ABRUPT VACATION PLAN CHANGES: 'APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE' "We have identified positions across our fleets and destinations to place team members during this pause," the company said. For now, cruise passengers will not be able to experience the destination. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Passengers on a Royal Caribbean forum said their Labadee stops were replaced with destinations including Grand Cayman, Grand Turk, Cozumel and Nassau. "I really wanted to visit Labadee," one person wrote. "Oh darn ... I'm booked to Labadee in April 2027," another wrote.  Six months ago, when Royal Caribbean canceled other visits to Labadee, travelers discussed the change on Reddit. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "Sad, not only for the people that work there but selfishly …. [it] is stunningly beautiful," one Reddit user said. "It's unfortunate, because Labadee brings jobs and money to the Haitian citizens, who need both desperately," a second said. "So sad. Always enjoyed going there," a third Reddit user said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Labadee is the most stunning place. I loved it there," another chimed in. "Labadee was a big highlight for a lot of itineraries. Curious what they’ll replace it with," yet another Reddit user said. "Our connection to the Labadee community extends far beyond our operations there, and we remain proud of the long-standing investments we have made in the region," the Royal Caribbean Group spokesperson said. "We continue to support local communities through ongoing humanitarian efforts, including monthly food donations," the spokesperson added. Jessica Mekles of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d636a12eaf174af80401 Fetterman reveals what it would take for him to leave Democratic Party te 2026-07-16T13:01:42.150Z Fetterman reveals what it would take for him to leave Democratic Party Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., has "no plans" to leave the Democratic Party but if it officially became the "anti-Israel party," count him out. "My long-term concern has been with the Democratic Party, as I am a member of that, is that our party is going to back away and turn their back to Israel," he said Wednesday at the Hill Nation Summit in Washington, D.C. "If our party ever becomes, and just makes it official, the anti-Israel party, that’s when I would leave because that’s been a moral clarity for me." The news comes as Fetterman and fellow Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., launch a rare joint fundraising PAC called "Common Ground PA" this month, according to FEC filings, and Fetterman's breaks from Democratic Party votes have become increasingly apparent since he was elected in 2022 and took office Jan. 3, 2023. SEN JOHN FETTERMAN PLEDGES TO BE 'LAST MAN STANDING' IN THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY IN SUPPORT OF ISRAEL "Though I was elected as a Democrat, I’m proud to serve all Pennsylvanians," Fetterman wrote in a May op-ed, delivering the age-old mantra that he has not changed from his principles, the party has. "It has become increasingly lonely to serve in that way, but I firmly believe it’s what is needed. "My party cannot simply be the opposite of whatever President Donald Trump says. The president could come out for ice cream and lazy Sundays, and my party would suddenly hate them. Such pointless pile-ons and attacks are unproductive. The American people want us to work together to find solutions on issues they and our country face." His lines in the sand, he wrote, had been laid bare on: JOHN FETTERMAN’S FALL FROM HERO TO HERETIC EXPOSES DEMOCRATS’ HARD LEFT TURN The push away from Israel has become a "long-term concern" that he "can’t understand" and might ultimately become the ultimate red line for him, he told the Hill Nation Summit. "You look at the kinds of individuals that are winning our recent primaries," he said. "It’s becoming more ... anti-Israel and hostile to people." Fetter declined to discuss what he called "private conversations" with Republicans on a potential party switch, but he wrote in May he would first become independent. "Being an independent voice that works with the other side to deliver for Pennsylvanians might put me at odds with the party that I have stayed committed to and have no plans to leave — but I will continue to put the commonwealth and the country first," he wrote. "Plus, I’d be a terrible Republican who still votes overwhelmingly with Democrats." WHY TRUMP, GOP ARE COURTING JOHN FETTERMAN, WHO INSISTS HE’LL REMAIN A DEMOCRAT The latest vow to break from Democratic Party votes is his rejection of the amendment from Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., that would cut off $3.3 billion in annual security assistance to Israel. He is also increasingly concerned about the primary election successes of progressive candidates who have been sharply critical of Israel – evidence of what he views as a troubling shift inside his party. Democrats are "trying to ingratiate ourselves with that segment of the base of our voters" that are "intensely, intensely anti-Israel," he warned Wednesday. Fetterman also raised concerns about Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed’s performance in polling for the Michigan Senate primary, warning that Democrats could be forced to spend more heavily in the battleground state if El-Sayed becomes the nominee against former Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Mich., who narrowly lost Michigan’s 2024 Senate race. "Rogers just barely, barely lost in ’24," Fetterman said. "If El-Sayed wins, then that puts Michigan much more in play for us and would require us to spend more money. What’s defined El-Sayed is the more anti-Israel and hostile-to-Israel thing." Fetterman also criticized El-Sayed and other progressive candidates over past support for the "defund the police" movement, arguing that his party risks repeating political mistakes from the 2024 election. "Now here’s more Democrats to ‘defund the police,’" he warned. "Here we are back to part of the worst impulses that we just can’t resist. "We forgot the crazy things that we said, and that cost us the election in 2024. Now we want to revisit that — if anything they’re coming back in the strongest kind of terms. Look at the people who are winning." The senator also took aim at fellow Democrats who backed progressive Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner before Platner ended his campaign following allegations that he raped a woman in 2021. Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., forcefully supported Platner, which left him "angry," he said, questioning why Democrats embraced him as the evidence mounted. "Why did you push these people? Why did you buy in and then plunge that most consequential Senate race now into chaos?" Fetterman asked, arguing that it is now "more difficult" to defeat Republican Sen. Susan Collins and win control of the narrowly held Senate. "Where’s the accountability?" Fetterman asked. "Imagine if I would have done that and pushed that kind of individual." Fox News Digital reached out to Fetterman's Senate office and campaign officials for further comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d622a12eaf174af803f8 Italian artist unveils Charlie Kirk memorial statue he plans to feature at Times Square te 2026-07-16T13:01:22.701Z Italian artist unveils Charlie Kirk memorial statue he plans to feature at Times Square Italian artist Sergio Furnari is seeking support for a Charlie Kirk statue he plans to unveil in Times Square in September. "It’s going to be in the middle of Times Square, the center of the universe," Furnari said in one of his videos on the statue's process over the weekend. "You can bring over whoever you want, family or friends. If you were a big fan of Charlie, this will be your opportunity to maybe find a little bit of peace or harmony." Furnari has been developing models of the late Turning Point USA founder since last year after Kirk was assassinated during a Utah Valley University event. The Italian sculptor has been documenting his process and the inspiration behind the design through videos on his Instagram account. CHARLIE KIRK PODCAST PANS UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY CITING 'SAFETY CONCERNS' IN SCRAPPING CONTROVERSIAL SPEAKER In one of his earliest videos on the statue from November, Furnari revealed that he was not a fan of Kirk prior to his death but admired Kirk's efforts to open dialogue with people who disagreed with him. "I did not agree with 99.9% of whatever he was talking about, but there's the 0.001% that I agree with him. At the moment you kill or assassinate people just because you don't agree with somebody, that's when you become like the worst country ever," Furnari said. Furnari has been promoting his work on a larger statue of Kirk since then and has announced plans to display it for Sept. 10 on the one-year anniversary of his death. In recent videos, Furnari revealed that he has received threats against him and the statue ahead of its unveiling. DONALD TRUMP JR ARGUES CHARLIE KIRK MURDER EVIDENCE PUTS CONSPIRACY THEORIES 'AT REST' HIGH SCHOOLER INSPIRED BY CHARLIE KIRK'S WORK MOTIVATED TO START TURNING POINT USA CHAPTER "Now, to all the haters, how many times you guys want to kill Charlie?" Furnari asked in a video on Tuesday. "I mean, wasn't one time enough? To all of you guys out there that want to come and destroy...want to bring a drill bat and some spray paint, and you want to destroy him, you want to burn him, come on guys. The guy's dead. I mean, if you guys are afraid of a statue, there's something really wrong with you. It's just a statue. The message is simple: freedom of speech. I'm exercising my First Amendment [right] which is freedom of speech. That's all it is." In a comment to Fox News Digital, Furnari said that he was not too concerned about any backlash against the statue, saying critics "bark like chihuahuas" but "they don't bite." He described facing similar issues after sculpting a bust of President Donald Trump, which he similarly displayed for his 80th birthday. "I'm not into that stuff at all. I like Trump, but that's it. I'm basically talking, you know what I mean? You know, it felt like I'm a MAGA, you know, or I'm Republican, or I am a Democrat. I'm an artist, that's it. I never voted, never will. Yeah, it's not about politics. You know, this is not like a political statement. This is just like a guy that got killed and then got bullied," Furnari said. Furnari has set up a GoFundMe page for his "bigger than life size" Kirk statue, writing that he has sold his apartment to continue funding the project. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d3b5a12eaf174af8038b Rubio calls violent far-left terror a global 'blind spot,' gathers allies te 2026-07-16T12:51:01.319Z Rubio calls violent far-left terror a global 'blind spot,' gathers allies The Trump administration is convening officials from roughly 65 countries Thursday to build an international coalition against violent far-left extremist groups, arguing the organizations have become a leading transnational terrorism threat. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host representatives from the foreign delegations for discussions focused on expanding intelligence sharing, law enforcement cooperation and other international efforts to counter what administration officials describe as an increasingly transnational network of violent far-left extremist organizations. Administration officials said the ministerial is the culmination of an eight-month diplomatic effort to convince foreign governments that violent far-left extremist networks have become a growing cross-border threat requiring greater international coordination. TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FAR-LEFT PROTESTERS CLASH WITH POLICE IN ANTI-CONSERVATIVE PARTY RIOTS The initiative comes as some analysts and foreign officials have questioned whether violent far-left groups constitute a cohesive international terrorism threat comparable to Islamist extremist organizations. Others have raised concerns governments could use such initiatives to target political opponents under the banner of counterterrorism. Administration officials rejected those concerns Wednesday, arguing the effort is narrowly focused on criminal and terrorist violence rather than political beliefs. "We haven't waded into trying to disambiguate people's beliefs and ideologies," a senior State Department official told reporters. "In America, you can believe anything you want. The minute that you cross the legal threshold, that changes." BILL MAHER TORCHES FAR-LEFT ASSASSINATION CULTURE AFTER STRING OF HIGH-PROFILE ATTACKS Officials argue governments spent much of the past two decades concentrating on jihadist terrorism while underestimating what they describe as a resurgence of politically motivated violence from violent far-left extremist networks operating across borders. "This has been a blind spot for a lot of our partners, frankly. They have not seen these trends ... since the 1970s," the senior State Department official said. "Our partners have talked to us about the rise of assassinations or assassination plots." Administration officials pointed to a series of recent attacks in Europe that they argue underscore the need for greater international cooperation. On July 1, coordinated firebomb attacks targeted the homes of members of Greece's governing New Democracy party in Thessaloniki, killing the mother of parliamentary candidate Afroditi Nestora and injuring four others. Greek anti-terrorism police later arrested three suspects. In January, an arson attack on a power transmission facility in Berlin, Germany, knocked out electricity to tens of thousands of homes and businesses. German authorities later transferred the investigation to the federal prosecutor over suspected involvement by a terrorist organization. The meeting builds on a series of actions the administration has taken since late 2025, including designating four foreign far-left organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists, along with offering a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the disruption of their financial networks. Rubio is expected to argue that violent far-left extremist groups increasingly operate across borders, sharing tactics, coordinating attacks and exploiting international conflicts to recruit followers, making greater cooperation among governments essential to disrupting the threat. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller also are expected to address the ministerial, which will include discussions on the global threat landscape, terrorist financing, intelligence sharing and protecting critical infrastructure. Officials also disputed reports that foreign partners were reluctant to participate, saying several governments approached the United States seeking to join the initiative after recognizing similar trends within their own borders. "We've had countries who have reached out to us that want to be part of this," the senior State Department official said. The four organizations designated by the administration in November were Antifa Ost, the Informal Anarchist Federation/International Revolutionary Front (FAI/FRI), Armed Proletarian Justice and Revolutionary Class Self-Defense. The administration says the groups, which operate in Germany, Italy and Greece, have coordinated violent attacks across national borders. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58d15fa12eaf174af80329 Pro wrestling legend hopes Richard Holliday-WWE rumors come true: 'He'll have to work even harder' te 2026-07-16T12:41:03.190Z Pro wrestling legend hopes Richard Holliday-WWE rumors come true: 'He'll have to work even harder' The "Most Marketable" independent professional wrestler on the scene presently, Richard Holliday, is set to take on Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) star Elijah at Awesome Championship Wrestling’s (ACW) Indypendence Day on Saturday night in New York. Holliday’s rumored WWE signing has been the talk of the pro wrestling landscape since Fightful Select first mentioned it earlier this month. COMPLETE PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE ON FOX NEWS DIGITAL Since then, he left his boots in the ring after a match with Game Changer Wrestling and embraced his fellow wrestlers Ben Bishop, Jack Vaughn and Tommy Invincible in their own version of the "Curtain Call" following a match at Fight Factory Wrestling’s The War on the Shore 3. Tommy Dreamer, who will also have a match at Indypendence Day, shared his thoughts with Fox News Digital about the possibility of Holliday going to WWE. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I hope so. I think he's a really, really good wrestler. I like him personally," Dreamer said. "He's really worked hard on every indie to try to get his name out there and if he gets that opportunity, he'll have to work even harder." The Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) legend also lauded Elijah’s work ethic. "And Elijah, I worked with him very, very closely in TNA. He is a superstar. He is very unique in his songwriting and his wrestling," he said. "Always wanting to be better. When you meet him, you will be like, ‘Holy crap, I didn't think this guy was this big.’ He's always meal prepping. You see him in the back, not only is he playing guitar, but I mean he takes his craft very, very seriously and just overall should be a good match." Still, Dreamer implored that fans should get out to see Holliday while the ticket to get in the door is reasonably priced. "But if the rumors are true, for Richard Holliday, it's awesome. And it's another way to see somebody before you can't see them anymore because then they're under a whole other regime if that is the case," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cceaa12eaf174af80274 Palantir CTO says tech innovators are building for America in shift since Trump returned to White House te 2026-07-16T12:22:02.763Z Palantir CTO says tech innovators are building for America in shift since Trump returned to White House Palantir Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar told the Ruthless Podcast in a new interview that there has been a shift within the technology community, and since President Donald Trump returned to the White House, tech entrepreneurs are now building in the national interest. "You have hundreds of founders out there now who are building in the national interest," Sankar said in an interview released Thursday morning on the shift in the tech sector. "And I think this is a sort of galvanizing message for us to go and get after it." The interview took place at the Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit at the United States Army War College in Carlisle, Penn. The meeting, organized by Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Penn., convened technology and defense sector executives with senior government and military leaders. A PROGRESSIVE POPE TAKES AIM AT AI AND RISKS KILLING ITS MIRACLES Sankar, who published the bestselling Mobilize: How to Reboot the American Industrial Base and Stop World War III, told the Fellas about the economic benefits artificial intelligence (AI) is bringing to American communities, including in Pennsylvania. The increased productivity is creating more jobs for Americans. "[AI] is expanding the labor population, our ability to mobilize the American worker," Sankar said. "Right here in Pennsylvania, we actually have a submarine parts manufacturer that was able to add a third shift. Production planning used to take two weeks. And during that time, mostly the line was down. With AI, they were really able to make that happen in effectively two-tenths of a second, which meant they had more parts to make, which meant that they needed more workers." Podcast co-host Michael Duncan appreciated how Sankar’s approach was making the seemingly complex technology topic more tangible for the average American. NEW YORK MAKES HISTORY WITH FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND LAW REGULATING AI-POWERED COMMERCIALS "Too often I find that these conversations around innovation, whether that's defense tech or AI, are so abstract," Duncan said. "And what I love about the stories you tell is that you make it tangible in people's lives." Just days after Democratic New York Governor Kathy Hochul made her state the first to freeze the construction of new data centers, Duncan added that these anecdotes push back against the popular anti-data center sentiment growing on the left. "You've got [Senator] Bernie Sanders being like, ‘This is the right call, this AI moratorium in New York, because AI must benefit humanity,’" Duncan told Sankar. "And it's like, I don't know, man, pick up a newspaper." ROBERT MAGINNIS: TRUMP’S ANKARA REMARKS REVEAL A GRAND STRATEGY HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT Trump addressed the event on Wednesday, speaking of the importance of both the defense and technology sectors to the nation’s long-term security. Podcast co-host Comfortably Smug said the Trump administration has played a key role in expanding AI development. CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW THE RUTHLESS PODCAST "One of the more important lessons from the book is the importance of harnessing AI and what a force multiplier that can be," Smug said. "This administration really gets that. We've seen a result. The efficacy has gone off the charts." Sankar mentioned that working around soldiers has given him extra appreciation for his work. "If you spend time with these uniformed service members going into harm's way, you just have to do the work for them," Sankar said. "It gives you a different perspective." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ccd7a12eaf174af8026b 'Somebody needs to do something': GOP senators split as Tuberville demands McConnell answers te 2026-07-16T12:21:43.301Z 'Somebody needs to do something': GOP senators split as Tuberville demands McConnell answers Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., is calling for more information about Sen. Mitch McConnell's, R-Ky., prolonged absence from the Senate, while Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., urged people to "leave Mitch alone" as questions about the Kentucky Republican's health persist. "Somebody needs to do something," Tuberville told Fox News Digital. "Somebody needs to come out." McConnell finally broke his silence on his previously undisclosed medical conditions that have kept him absent from the Senate since he was first hospitalized on June 14. In a post to social media, McConnell said he would not be returning to the Senate floor just yet due to doctors' orders, but vowed he would return to "finish the job" before his announced retirement at the end of his term. MITCH MCCONNELL BREAKS SILENCE ON MYSTERY HOSPITALIZATION AFTER GRAHAM'S DEATH Tuberville said no additional information from Senate leadership about a timeline for when McConnell may come back or the status of his health has been given out internally to his colleagues. "We didn't get any information today in our luncheon," Tuberville said Tuesday. "I don't know what's going on, but you know that's not my business." Meanwhile, Kennedy vehemently defended McConnell, dismissing rumors that the 84-year-old senator was in a vegetative state, or even dead, as some had speculated a more serious condition than what was disclosed. "Look, I believe Mitch," Kennedy said. "I don't believe all these stories that he's brain dead and all of that. People need to get a life." 'THIS IS NOT NORMAL': AOC UNLOADS ON MCCONNELL'S PROLONGED ABSENCE In his post, McConnell claimed that his childhood fight with polio contributed to a fall that left him "briefly unconscious" and hospitalized last month — when some speculated he had suffered cardiac arrest. He said he was then hit with a "mild case of pneumonia" while in recovery, extending the healing process. "I think he had a fall, and Mitch is not 29 anymore," Kennedy said. "And he's recuperating from it, and he'll be back as soon as he can." He continued, "That's what he said, and I take him at his word." MCCONNELL WAS FOUND 'UNCONSCIOUS' IN HOME LAST MONTH AS CONDITION REMAINS UNKNOWN While Tuberville also expressed his well-wishes for McConnell’s recovery, he said more information about his timeline for return needs to be shared before the Senate begins August recess — when senators will take a break to head back to their home states from Aug. 8 to Sept. 13. "He's gonna need to come back probably before this three-week session’s over with, because then we're off for like five weeks," Tuberville said. Tuberville said Republicans will need McConnell back as the Senate prepares for votes on President Donald Trump's legislative agenda before lawmakers leave for the August recess. McConnell has not indicated when he expects to return. "We're gonna need him, because the Democrats are not gonna give us any votes," Tuberville said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ccc3a12eaf174af80262 Insane Clown Posse's Violent J passionately declares 'there's nothing like pro wrestling in America' te 2026-07-16T12:21:23.844Z Insane Clown Posse's Violent J passionately declares 'there's nothing like pro wrestling in America' Pro wrestling fans who really love the sport know the emotional impact it could make during the biggest of moments. CM Punk’s WWE return, Jon Moxley’s All Elite Wrestling debut and the number of five-star classics that promotions around the world have booked are just some of the moments that have resonated with fans in recent months. Others can point to the Attitude Era and the Monday Night Wars as some of the most impactful moments that have transcended wrestling itself. COMPLETE PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE ON FOX NEWS DIGITAL Take the Insane Clown Posse’s Violent J. He gave a passionate reason for why he loves pro wrestling in a recent interview with Fox News Digital. He said it was Randy Savage vs. Ricky Steamboat at WrestleMania 3 that helped solidify that passion he had for pro wrestling. "But wrestling, there's nothing like pro wrestling in America," he said. "There's nothing like it, brother. It's like a lot of people call a male soap opera, man soap opera. It’s like you got two guys in the middle of the ring faking a fight, right? And you got 70, 80,000 people caught up in the moment. It's like you have a chance to create a character for yourself and sell that character and you play that character, but not only you have to act as that character and have those acting skills, but you also have to have the adlib skills. You have to be able to adlib and talk on a mic to generate to put a--es in seats. "You have to make people want to come see you kick that guy's a-- or make you want to come see you get revenge. You also have to have the physical attributes. You have to be able to physically go in the ring and tell that story. There's so much psychological warfare in wrestling. There's so much psychological stuff that goes into it. You can't just throw a punch whenever. You got to know when to throw the punch back. You have to know when to make your comeback. You can't just make it whenever. You got to feel the crowd and know how to make them reach their apex." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Violent J said there’s nothing he could compare pro wrestling to. But "male soap opera" might be the best description. He said being able to watch pro wrestling is something that gives him peace. "There’s so much to it and I don't know what else to compare it to," he said. "There's nothing like wrestling. Like there's literally nothing else like it. It's so different from everything else in the stratosphere that like I've just I've loved it my whole life. And now as a 53-year-old, I get enjoyment watching it. Especially old s---,. watching the s--- I grew up on. It calms my anxiety. Like it's been there my whole life. So, it's like I look at that old footage, it's like therapy for me. It has been there my entire life. And so, like, even in my studio, I've got posters of old wrestlers everywhere and everything, it like it calms my anxiety. It's like something that takes me back to my childhood, you know? So, wrestling is just, it's in my heart. It's in my blood. It's in my DNA. You know what I mean? Just as much as music, but music is the real therapy for me. Like, I need to make music or I’ll explode." Violent J is set to hold Bloodymania 19 at the Gathering of the Juggalos in Missouri next month. His promotion, Juggalo Championship Wrestling, airs "Lunacy" each Thursday night on YouTube. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cc87a12eaf174af80242 Can a Pro-Israel Democrat Still Win a Big Primary? She’s Going to Try. te 2026-07-16T12:20:23.947Z Can a Pro-Israel Democrat Still Win a Big Primary? She’s Going to Try. To prevail in Michigan’s crucial Senate primary, Representative Haley Stevens will need to overcome Democratic voters’ skepticism of Israel. Pro-Israel groups are spending heavily to help her. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cb1fa12eaf174af801f7 'Jurassic Park' star Sam Neill's cause of death confirmed by representative te 2026-07-16T12:14:23.871Z 'Jurassic Park' star Sam Neill's cause of death confirmed by representative "Jurassic Park" star Sam Neill died from pneumonia after successfully overcoming lymphoma with CAR-T therapy, his representative confirmed Thursday, correcting what he described as inaccurate reports that emerged after the Oscar-nominated actor's death earlier this week. Neill's agent, Philip Grenz, said the actor's family asked him to clarify how the 78-year-old died after several outlets published inaccurate accounts. He also said Neill, who was known for fiercely guarding his privacy, will be remembered with a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm at a later date. "Sam passed away from pneumonia," Grenz told the New York Post’s Page Six. "Prior to becoming sick, Sam had valiantly fought and beaten lymphoma through a new treatment called CAR-T therapy." ACCLAIMED NEW ZEALAND ACTOR SAM NEILL CONTRACTED PNEUMONIA BEFORE HE DIED, CO-STAR SAYS Grenz said Neill had also completed four "back-to-back" projects over the past year that are expected to be released in the coming months. Neill's family announced Monday that the actor died at St. Vincent's Private Hospital in Sydney, Australia. "Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterized his whole life," the family said in a statement shared on Neill's Instagram account. "The loss was sudden and unexpected but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer free." SAM NEILL REMEMBERED AS 'ONE OF THE GREATS' BY NICOLE KIDMAN, TONI COLLETTE AND MORE AFTER HIS SUDDEN DEATH The New Zealand actor disclosed in 2023 that he had been diagnosed with angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma, a rare form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. In April, he announced he was cancer-free after treatment. "I've just had a scan just now and there is no cancer in my body. That's an extraordinary thing," Neill said at the time. "I'm very, very excited that this can happen." Friends and co-stars remembered Neill as a grounded, witty and deeply private man who never let his illness slow him down. Rima Te Wiata, who appeared alongside Neill in the 2016 comedy "Hunt for the Wilderpeople," told The New Zealand Herald he was "a very steady, peaceful, grounded man." "It really sucks actually," Te Wiata said. "I think he would be like: 'For goodness sake, I got over my cancer. And now look, now I get pneumonia. What next?'" Hollywood stars also paid tribute to Neill following his death. Steven Spielberg, who directed him as paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant in the 1993 blockbuster "Jurassic Park," said the actor would never be forgotten. "I adored making all the Jurassic movies with him," Spielberg said. "Along with Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum, we will always have our Jurassic family and Sam will never be forgotten by us or his many millions of fans around the world." Dern called Neill "my beloved lifetime friend," while Goldblum wrote, "The next great adventure begins. Love, always and forever." Born Nigel John Dermot Neill in Northern Ireland in 1947, Neill moved to New Zealand with his family as a child and went on to become one of the country's biggest international stars. His breakout role came in the 1977 thriller "Sleeping Dogs." Over a career spanning more than five decades, he appeared in more than 150 film and television productions, including "The Hunt for Red October," "The Piano," "Event Horizon," "The Horse Whisperer," "Peaky Blinders," "The Tudors" and "Merlin." Neill returned as Dr. Alan Grant in "Jurassic Park III" before reuniting with Dern and Goldblum for 2022's "Jurassic World Dominion." When he wasn't acting, Neill spent much of his time at Two Paddocks, his boutique vineyard in New Zealand's Central Otago region, where he produced pinot noir and riesling wines. He is survived by four children and eight grandchildren. Fox News Digital’s James Cirrone, Landon Mion and Christina Dugan Ramirez, along with The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cb0ca12eaf174af801ee Mystery deepens after 2,700-year-old bronze sword emerges standing upright te 2026-07-16T12:14:04.419Z Mystery deepens after 2,700-year-old bronze sword emerges standing upright A metal detectorist recently spotted a 2,700-year-old bronze sword in an unusual position — standing upright in the ground. The discovery was announced by the Pomeranian Provincial Heritage Conservator on Facebook earlier in June. The weapon was found by hobbyist Marcin Wiśniewski in the Gdańsk Forest District in northern Poland, near the Baltic coast. It dates to the Late Bronze Age, between 900 and 700 B.C. 'SIGNIFICANT' EARLY CHRISTIAN CHURCH EMERGES BENEATH FORMER FISH MARKET IN ANCIENT CITY Pictures released by officials show the remarkably preserved bronze weapon sticking up from sandy soil during the excavation. Wiśniewski — who previously found a Bronze Age hoard in a forested area outside of Gdańsk — alerted heritage officials to the discovery. "After the discovery was reported, staff from our Department of Archaeological Monuments recovered the artifact using proper archaeological methods, working together with the finder," the Pomeranian Provincial Heritage Conservator's translated post added. TREASURE HUNTERS RECOVER RARE SILVER BAR FROM LEGENDARY SHIPWRECK OFF FLORIDA KEYS Officials said the latest discovery is not the first Bronze Age sword unearthed in what is now the Gdańsk Forest District. "In the 1920s, two antenna-hilt bronze swords were discovered in a peat bog at Rynarzewo," the post said. "Those artifacts were transferred to the Provincial Museum in Gdańsk, but were lost during World War II." Officials were immediately informed of the discovery, said Marcin Tymiński, press spokesperson for the Provincial Office for the Protection of Monuments in Gdańsk. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Tymiński told Fox News Digital that specialists will be able to provide additional details about the weapon once it is transferred to a museum and studied. "The Provincial Heritage Conservator will decide which museum the sword will be transferred to," Tymiński said in an email translated from Polish.  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "That decision has not yet been made." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Ancient weapon discoveries in Poland are rare, but not unheard of — and the recent find follows several notable discoveries over the past year. Late last year, archaeologists recovered a cache of early medieval weapons from a lake in west-central Poland — relics believed to be connected to the country's first rulers. Before that, a 700-year-old medieval sword was reeled in by an angler fishing in Poland's Vistula River. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58caf7a12eaf174af801d9 New Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC Redefines Consumer Audio with Mind-Bending Bass and Breakthrough Sound by Bose Technologies te 2026-07-16T12:13:43.424Z New Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC Redefines Consumer Audio with Mind-Bending Bass and Breakthrough Sound by Bose Technologies The new Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC is the most advanced headphone in the brand’s history and a groundbreaking evolution of its Crusher franchise. The Crusher 1080 ANC combines Skullcandy's multi-sensory Crusher bass with premium Sound by Bose technologies, unlocking a… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cae3a12eaf174af801d0 Cuppari Coffee Redefines Freshness With Roast-to-Order Model That Eliminates Stale Shelf Coffee for Good te 2026-07-16T12:13:23.456Z Cuppari Coffee Redefines Freshness With Roast-to-Order Model That Eliminates Stale Shelf Coffee for Good Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cacea12eaf174af801c7 Cuppari Coffee Redefines Freshness With Roast-to-Order Model That Eliminates Stale Shelf Coffee for Good te 2026-07-16T12:13:02.476Z Cuppari Coffee Redefines Freshness With Roast-to-Order Model That Eliminates Stale Shelf Coffee for Good Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58cabaa12eaf174af801be CS-Cart Celebrates 21st Anniversary with Limited-Time Offer on Multi-Vendor Marketplace Software te 2026-07-16T12:12:42.496Z CS-Cart Celebrates 21st Anniversary with Limited-Time Offer on Multi-Vendor Marketplace Software Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58caa6a12eaf174af801b5 CS-Cart Celebrates 21st Anniversary with Limited-Time Offer on Multi-Vendor Marketplace Software te 2026-07-16T12:12:22.528Z CS-Cart Celebrates 21st Anniversary with Limited-Time Offer on Multi-Vendor Marketplace Software Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ca92a12eaf174af801ac Julie O Studio Captures the Magic of Coastal Living with Handcrafted Seashell Frames, Sea Glass Art, and Original Paintings te 2026-07-16T12:12:02.067Z Julie O Studio Captures the Magic of Coastal Living with Handcrafted Seashell Frames, Sea Glass Art, and Original Paintings Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ca7ea12eaf174af801a3 Julie O Studio Captures the Magic of Coastal Living with Handcrafted Seashell Frames, Sea Glass Art, and Original Paintings te 2026-07-16T12:11:42.080Z Julie O Studio Captures the Magic of Coastal Living with Handcrafted Seashell Frames, Sea Glass Art, and Original Paintings Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ca6aa12eaf174af8019a TEMO® Sunrooms Introduces the New Tuscany Wood Grain Finish™ by TEMO® te 2026-07-16T12:11:22.111Z TEMO® Sunrooms Introduces the New Tuscany Wood Grain Finish™ by TEMO® Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ca56a12eaf174af80191 TEMO® Sunrooms Introduces the New Tuscany Wood Grain Finish™ by TEMO® te 2026-07-16T12:11:02.243Z TEMO® Sunrooms Introduces the New Tuscany Wood Grain Finish™ by TEMO® Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58c800a12eaf174af8013e Savannah Bananas opened the 2026 ESPYs with one of the worst performances you'll ever see te 2026-07-16T12:01:04.461Z Savannah Bananas opened the 2026 ESPYs with one of the worst performances you'll ever see Unbeknownst to most of America, ESPN had its annual ESPYs award show Wednesday night. That's right. It's still, somehow, going on. I figured it died years ago given you literally never hear about it anymore, but I was wrong. Remember when the ESPYs were appointment viewing a decade ago? Growing up, I can remember watching it every summer. It was fun and exciting and filled the sports-less mid-July void. Way back in the day, Jim Valvano gave his iconic "Don't give up, don't ever give up" speech at the ESPYs. To this day, it's still one of the greatest speeches of all time. Look it up later if you have a minute. Trust me, you'll be better for it. ESPN REPORTEDLY PURSUING STEVE KERR FOR BROADCAST ROLE BECAUSE OF COURSE IT IS Anyway, we've gone from that to what ESPN pumped out last night — a three-minute opening dance show performed by the Savannah Bananas that may just be the worst thing ever shown on ESPN airwaves. And that's saying a lot given this is the same company that once ran a minute-long promo featuring transgender swimmer Lia Thomas during Women's History Month. Take a look: Just brutal. I'm not trying to dump on ESPN or the Bananas here. If the reaction to this performance was great, I'd pen an article saying the internet loved it. The internet, however, did not love this. They HATED it. It's all over my timeline this morning. Frankly, it's how I even knew the ESPYs were still a thing! Again, I hadn't heard one single word of this year's ESPYs show until this morning, and I work in a business where it's literally my job to be ahead of the trends. No marketing. No advertising. No hype. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Nothing, until I scanned social media this morning and saw the Bananas doing ... whatever it was they were doing ... for three minutes. Anyway, I assume someone said something woke at some point last night. Feel like that's in the ESPN and ESPYS script at this point, right? It'll come out eventually, I'm sure. Until then, here's a clip of some comedian I've never heard of rag-dolling Tiger Woods, which was just a brutal delivery and reception: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58c377a12eaf174af8006f San Francisco Bay search suspended for 3 missing boaters after vessel capsizes amid 5-foot swells te 2026-07-16T11:41:43.983Z San Francisco Bay search suspended for 3 missing boaters after vessel capsizes amid 5-foot swells The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search Wednesday evening for three people who remain missing after a boat carrying members of an extended family capsized near Alcatraz Island during a memorial outing in San Francisco Bay. The 49-foot cabin cruiser sank Tuesday afternoon with 20 people aboard. One person, identified as 79-year-old Clifford Joseph Boisa of Sutter County, died after being pulled from the water, while 16 others were rescued. A dog aboard the vessel also died. Authorities said the group had gathered to scatter the ashes of a loved one during a family memorial service. MULTIPLE RESCUED FROM PONTOON BOAT NEAR ALCATRAZ AS SEARCH CONTINUES FOR MISSING PERSONS "Suspending an active search is one of the most difficult things we do as Coast Guard commanders," Coast Guard Sector San Francisco Commander Capt. Jarod Toczko said during a Wednesday news conference. "Our goal is always to bring home families' loved ones." Toczko said crews searched for about 23 hours using 11 surface vessels and four aircraft, covering roughly 950 square nautical miles and more than 1,700 miles of search track before determining there was little likelihood of finding additional survivors. Families of the missing were notified before the search was suspended. Officials said the boat was struck by a wave, listed heavily, lost stability and rolled over before sinking. Toczko said investigators found no evidence of the fire initially reported by callers, concluding that what was thought to be smoke was likely steam from the sinking vessel. NEW YORK HARBOR WHALE STRIKE SINKS FIRE RESCUE BOAT AFTER JULY 4 CELEBRATIONS Authorities said the vessel had three enclosed levels, and survivor interviews indicated some passengers had been inside the main and lower decks when the boat capsized. Toczko said it remains possible some of the missing passengers became trapped inside as the vessel sank, though he stressed investigators have not reached any conclusions. The San Francisco Fire Department said three survivors were transported to local hospitals and later released, while 13 others were treated at a reunification center after being rescued. Fire Chief Dean Crispen confirmed that one person and one canine died in the incident. Officials believe the boat rests in waters roughly 130 feet deep near where it went down. San Francisco police said crews first must locate the vessel before using an underwater drone to assess whether it can safely be recovered. Divers generally cannot operate safely at depths beyond 120 feet, officials said. PILOT DECLARES MAYDAY BEFORE SEAPLANE COMES DOWN IN NEW YORK CITY’S EAST RIVER Toczko credited Good Samaritans, including nearby fishermen and other boaters, with helping save lives before emergency crews arrived. "Those folks saved lives," he said. Officials said the recreational vessel departed from the area near San Francisco's St. Francis Yacht Club and had visited Angel Island before the emergency occurred while returning across the bay. The cause of the sinking remains under investigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58c33ba12eaf174af8004a Flagstaff Event Almanac for July 16 te 2026-07-16T11:40:43.058Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for July 16 July 16 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58c326a12eaf174af80022 Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you te 2026-07-16T11:40:22.071Z Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you Aina is going to pilot a new device in coming weeks Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58c0f7a12eaf174af7ffed African growth boom follows Trump push to replace aid with trade te 2026-07-16T11:31:03.247Z African growth boom follows Trump push to replace aid with trade FIRST ON FOX: Many African economies are accelerating – booming – since the Trump Administration shifted policy focus from aid to trade, a senior State Department official told Fox News Digital. In some African countries, doom was forecast when the Trump administration severely cut back USAID funding, but instead there’s been unprecedented economic growth, credited to the Commercial Diplomacy Strategy, introduced at the beginning of President Trump’s second term. Now, "nine of the 20 fastest-growing economies (in the world) are in Africa," Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of African Affairs Frank Garcia told Fox News Digital. IRAN AND HOUTHI TERROR PROXY FACING RED SEA THREAT FROM PRO-US AFRICAN NATION Garcia added, "African economies are responding positively to the shift from aid to trade. In 2025, U.S. exports to sub-Saharan Africa increased by 23% to $22.6 billion. And continue to grow this year." When the Administration cut USAID by 83% early last year, "The predictions were catastrophic: economies heavily dependent on foreign donors—from Ethiopia to South Sudan and Malawi — were expected to collapse. Instead, something quite different happened," Anna Mahjar-Barducci, Project Director at the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), told Fox News Digital. "The African continent proved far more resilient than expected, citing Ethiopia, which revised its 2026 growth forecasts upward despite the funding cuts," Mahjar-Barducci continued. "According to projections by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to grow between 4.3% and 4.6% in 2026, outpacing Asia as a whole, whose growth is forecast at around 4.1%. Growth is propelled by massive hydroelectric investments, construction, mining and expanding coffee exports." TRUMP GETS MAJOR WIN AGAINST CHINA IN AFRICAN RARE EARTH MINERALS RACE "This is no minor detail," she continued. "For decades, we were told that without international aid Africa would collapse. Now that aid is genuinely drying up, much of the continent is not only avoiding collapse —i t is accelerating. This is precisely the argument that a long-standing school of African economic thought, now more relevant than ever, has advanced for years: aid is not the solution. In many cases, it is part of the problem." Assistant Secretary Garcia explained how the strategy works:" We see this economic acceleration in Africa. In order to best capitalize on it, the United States is focused on driving private investment, sustainable growth in terms of partnership and treating African nations not as aid recipients, but as capable commercial partners." He added "Our embassies (in Africa) work directly with the private sector to identify the policies, laws, and regulations constraining U.S. trade and investment. We then work with partner governments to develop practical reforms, identify the officials responsible for implementing them and determine where technical assistance may support implementation." CHRISTIAN FARMING COMMUNITIES UNDER SIEGE AS US REPORT NAMES FULANI MILITANTS NIGERIA'S DEADLIEST THREAT It's a strategy that appears to be working, with Garcia adding, "The Bureau of African Affairs has worked on 37 commercial transactions that have closed since the beginning of the (current) Trump Administration, representing $25.67 billion in total value, with more still being reported. Embassies across the continent are actively working to close hundreds more. Top sectors include Energy 24%, ICT 19%, Critical Minerals and Mining 11%, Aerospace 8%, Agriculture 8%, Infrastructure 8%." Mahjar-Barducci criticized the way USAID worked, telling Fox News Digital," When aid flows to governments rather than markets, it tends to finance projects designed in Brussels, Rome, or Washington which are not responding to the actual needs of local economies. Poverty cannot be overcome by treating people as permanent recipients of charity. Poverty can be reduced by recognizing people as entrepreneurs, workers and economic partners capable of building their own prosperity." AFRICAN UNION CHIEF DENIES GENOCIDE CLAIMS AGAINST CHRISTIANS AS CRUZ WARNS NIGERIAN OFFICIALS Trade, rather than aid works, Mahjar-Barducci claimed. "The Trump administration's more transactional approach to aid — access to critical minerals, or to citizens' health data, in exchange for funding — should not be dismissed as merely cynical. Unconditional transfers have long been the deeper flaw in the traditional aid model: money with no strings attached removes any incentive for a recipient government to reform and often entrenches the same officials responsible for the underlying poverty." Enter the America First Global Health Strategy. A senior State Department official told Fox News Digital this week that the administration "has signed 34 bilateral global health Memoranda of Understanding(MOU) representing more than $24 billion in new health funding, including more than $14.3 billion in U.S. assistance, alongside more than $9.6 billion in co-investment from recipient countries." "24 of these MOUs were signed with sub-Saharan African countries," the official continued. "These new bilateral MOUs are designed to continue life-saving care, build resilient healthcare systems, reduce dependency on American taxpayers and strengthen country ownership." The administration has also decided to cut funding for a U.S. anti-AIDS program known as PEPFAR. Africa has been hit hard by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. UNAIDS, the United Nations program that deals with the virus, reports that South Africa has the highest infection rate in the world.  But the State Department official Fox News Digital spoke with says South Africa must take some of the blame for cutting help to its own people. "The United States has decided to initiate a phased drawdown of PEPFAR programming in South Africa, following South Africa’s failure to make demonstrable progress on policy requests by the administration. The United States communicated to [the] South African government multiple times at many levels that PEPFAR funding would be terminated if they failed to address President Trump’s concerns." "PEPFAR was never intended to be permanent," the official added. "Its success is measured by countries' ability to sustain and build upon these gains. South Africa is a middle-income country and is more than capable of supporting its own health programs." Fox News Digital reached out to the South African government, but received no response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58be9fa12eaf174af7ff94 Kai Trump says politics is 'not my thing,' hopes to inspire next generation through her vlogs te 2026-07-16T11:21:03.120Z Kai Trump says politics is 'not my thing,' hopes to inspire next generation through her vlogs Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump who is set to play collegiate golf for the Miami Hurricanes, spoke at the ESPYs on Wednesday about showing her life through her video blog. Trump has given her followers and supporters of the president and inside look at what it’s like to be a part of the first family while she navigates her own life. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "Honestly, I kind of stay out of politics completely. It’s just not my thing," she told Sportico. "I just like showing my life and showing how you can still be an athlete and you can still do a ton of other things and enjoy a ton of other things. "So, I just kind like showing people that everything’s possible and I love just showing the new generation my progress through college, eventually, but obviously how I got to where I am today." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM When asked what she thought about politics intersecting with sports, Trump said again she tries to stay out of the political realm. "Honestly, I just stay out of politics. It’s not my thing," she said. "But I think the UFC event was great and it was really cool being there and especially having veterans in the stadium as well, that’s where you can kinda combine the (America) 250 point of view on it. But I thought it was great." Trump is set to make her collegiate debut soon. She is one of two freshmen on the team, which also includes Bella Dovhey. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58bc82a12eaf174af7ff34 Doctors reveal hidden danger for some Ozempic, Wegovy users with brain disorders te 2026-07-16T11:12:02.181Z Doctors reveal hidden danger for some Ozempic, Wegovy users with brain disorders Neurologists are warning that popular weight-loss medications could have severe negative effects on neurodegenerative conditions like ALS. Jinsy Andrews, MD, a neurologist and director of NYU Langone’s ALS Center, says the very mechanism that makes these drugs popular — rapid weight loss — can go against the biological needs of patients with neuromuscular disorders. GLP-1 agonists have shown to be highly effective at managing diabetes and obesity, which are major health concerns across the population. However, the doctor emphasized that the clinical rules shift when dealing with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). DR OZ LINKS OBESITY TO CHRONIC DISEASE SURGE, SAYS GLP-1S CAN 'JUMPSTART' BETTER HEALTH In addition to mitigating some of the inflammation related to obesity and diabetes, GLP-1 medications have been linked to other protective effects. The therapies have been helpful in reducing cardiovascular disease, stroke risk, liver disease and addiction, according to Andrews. However, when it comes to an incurable neurodegenerative disease, losing weight and body fat can accelerate a patient's physical decline. For an ALS patient, losing weight can cause the condition to progress faster, Andrews said, because the disease's unique traits make it dangerous to be in a caloric deficit. BIG MEDICARE CHANGE SLASHES WEIGHT-LOSS DRUG COSTS FOR ELIGIBLE SENIORS In fact, standard clinical care guidelines for ALS often recommend that patients actively maintain or even gain weight to help preserve their remaining nerve and muscle function. "In certain conditions where hypermetabolism is something that negatively affects the disease […] losing weight actually makes the disease worse and move faster," Andrews told Fox News Digital.. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "So, in the setting of a person with ALS — whether they have diabetes or not — using GLP-1s may actually worsen the disease and make for a rapid progression." In a 2025 case report published in the medical journal Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Degeneration, a 52-year-old ALS patient was prescribed semaglutide to treat her type 2 diabetes. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Prior to starting the medication, her physical functions were declining at a predictable rate on the standard ALS rating scale. According to the case report, the patient lost 25 pounds in three months. At the same time, she experienced a sudden, dramatic shift in her disease trajectory, with symptoms worsening significantly. Once the semaglutide was discontinued at the advice of medical professionals, the patient's rapid physical decline stabilized. Andrews pointed out that this published documentation, alongside retrospective cohort data of ALS patients with diabetes, provides growing evidence that clinicians must be careful and thoughtful about who they treat with GLP-1 receptor agonists. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ While weight-loss medications offer significant benefits for many patients, experts say maintaining body weight and muscle mass remains an important consideration for people with neurodegenerative diseases. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58bc6ea12eaf174af7ff2b Credibility crisis: Graham Platner received glowing media coverage before dramatic exit from Senate race te 2026-07-16T11:11:42.722Z Credibility crisis: Graham Platner received glowing media coverage before dramatic exit from Senate race Before Graham Platner's dramatic exit from the Maine Senate race last week, the Democratic hopeful received glowing coverage from the legacy media that pushed the narrative that he was a salt-of-the-earth oyster farmer who could win back male voters and unseat longtime Republican incumbent Susan Collins. Now out of the race after multiple scandals, including a rape allegation from a former girlfriend that he's denied, the friendly coverage he received is getting a second look. The Guardian was among the first outlets to publish a profile on Platner, running a story last August headlined, "This Maine oysterman thinks Democrats are doing ‘jack’ about fascism. So he’s running for US Senate." The outlet told readers how Platner doesn't present like a "stereotypical progressive," listing his titles as "a veteran, an oysterman and a competitive shooter," adding that he spends his weekends "at the local gunnery." GRAHAM PLATNER'S MOST PROMINENT PRESS ALLIES ABANDON HIM AS RAPE ALLEGATION ROCKS MAINE SENATE RACE "Platner believes the party needs an outsider. He believes that pedigreed, establishment Democratic candidates have failed repeatedly to appeal to working-class Americans, hastening the rise of MAGA," The Guardian wrote. "As he surveys the American political scene, Platner is enraged by a Democratic party he sees as more interested in raising money than helping people, a party willing to appease Maga, to meet it in the middle, instead of fighting it." The New Yorker praised Platner's campaign launch video in its own profile, saying it portrayed him as a "rugged and likable working-class Democratic candidate" but that it "could just as easily have been the opener for a reality-TV show called 'Oyster Man.'" "A macho pastiche with a Jeep-commercial soundtrack, it shows him diving in his wetsuit, chopping wood, hauling oyster cages, and doing kettlebell swings. There are closeups of his tattoos, along with shots of him holding hands with his wife," Lisa Wood Shapiro wrote in the New Yorker piece. Shapiro hyped that he was "drawing support from both sides of the aisle," alleging "several [Donald] Trump supporters said that they would vote for him" despite his left-wing platform. "I’ve had Platner’s number for years, and have picked up oyster orders from his boat. I’ve seen him shuck oysters at parties, fund-raisers... Soon, my friends were discussing over gin-and-tonics how they always knew he would be famous," Shapiro gushed. APPLE AND GOOGLE SUPPRESSED NEGATIVE GRAHAM PLATNER STORIES FOR MONTHS ON THEIR NEWS PLATFORMS, STUDY FINDS The Washington Post put a spotlight on Platner in a September report called "Meet the Rugged Guys of the 2026 Midterms." "They are scruffy, solidly built, middle-aged White military veterans who work with their hands and look like they’re way more comfortable in plaid flannel than pinstripe suits. And they are banking that the antiestablishment populism that Republicans have embraced during the Trump era can work the other way, too," the Post wrote about Platner and other Democratic hopefuls. Journalist Ross Barkan authored a Platner profile for GQ in October titled, "Marine Turned Oysterman Graham Platner Is Ready to Fight Trump. Will MAGA Men Join Him?" "In the battle for the soul of the Democratic Party, Senate candidate Graham Platner might be the perfect soldier: The virile, earthy working man many male politicians wish they were, with the committed lefty beliefs many voters are now demanding," Barkan began the profile. Barkan boasted Platner's "friendly growl" and how he's "deeply alluring" to progressive Democrats in their effort to win back men. "The oysterman joins a roster of antiestablishment candidates across America: men—yes, they are mostly men—who’ve channeled the growing rage at the status quo," Barkan wrote. "Trump voters, Platner argues, can still return to the Democratic coalition. He has just handed me an oyster straight from the water. The taste is salty, and then sweet. If he does get elected, he’s unlikely to attend many DC soirees or campaign fundraisers in wine caves." PLATNER ACCUSER RECALLS 'GASLIGHTING,' 'BETRAYAL' FROM NY TIMES AS SHE CAME FORWARD WITH HER ALLEGATIONS Liberal New York Times columnist Michelle Goldberg penned multiple pieces praising Platner's candidacy and how it was able to weather controversies like his Nazi tattoo and his offensive Reddit posts, saying he's "nothing like the edgelord caricature I encountered online" when she flew out to Maine to meet him in October, stunned at the crowds he gathered she said many locals claim they haven't seen since Barack Obama. She also said Platner was "largely convincing" about his claim that he didn't know that his skull and crossbones tattoo was the Totenkopf symbol despite reports alleging he knew. "Onstage, Platner is magnetic. Like Obama, he seems to promise a politics that is fundamentally progressive while going beyond debased partisan sniping. He shows his audience the respect of at least seeming to level with them," Goldberg wrote at the time. "A major difference with Obama, though, is that Platner is visibly angry... That anger resonates with a base that is both terrified and enraged." NYT COLUMNIST SAYS SHE 'DEEPLY' REGRETS PRAISING SENATE HOPEFUL AFTER RAPE ALLEGATION In a separate piece published in April, Goldberg recalled, "I could feel the charge in the air — that rare alchemy born when a politician is able to pull a crowd into a shared vision of the future," telling Times readers a voter she met linked him to Obama during his 2008 presidential bid and that he was a "natural on the stump." "One lesson of the Democratic Senate primary in Maine is that no one should underestimate the white-hot fury of the party’s voters," Goldberg said. "Maine Democrats, many of whom saw Platner in person as he tirelessly barnstormed across the state, seemed ready to look past the negative stories." Goldberg later said she "deeply" regretted being impressed by Platner after he was accused by his ex-girlfriend Jenny Racicot of sexual assault, something he firmly denied. Just in May, Time Magazine featured him on its cover declaring him the "Party Crasher." "Platner’s story feels a lot like a pat movie plot: With Democratic voters yearning for outsiders to shake up the system, along comes a rough-hewn, gravelly voiced Marine Corps veteran from Sullivan, Maine—pop. 1,300—as their new national star," Time wrote. "He barnstorms the state with a pugilistic brand of economic populism, building a following so quickly that he forces his central-casting opponent, the two-term Democratic governor, Janet Mills, out of the race before voters can cast a ballot. Even in this antiestablishment, unabashedly ageist political moment, Platner’s rise has been remarkable." TIME MAGAZINE COVER ON GRAHAM PLATNER RAISES EYEBROWS ONLINE Time marveled how voters "gravitated toward Platner" despite his various controversies, writing, "After decades of nominating buttoned-up technocrats with glittering résumés, many Democrats want candidates with flaws, faded ink, and redemption arcs that resemble their own. Platner’s past, in other words, may actually be his path." "Platner swept a hand across his auburn beard and launched into his pitch: He doesn’t want to join the Senate to be part of a system. He wants to rip that system apart and build a better one. But that, he acknowledges, requires a leap of faith for voters to believe that he won’t betray their values and has truly transformed. 'There’s also an element of this,' Platner admits, 'Where I really have to say: ‘Just trust me, bro,'" the Time piece concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58bc5ba12eaf174af7ff22 Trump teases major reveal during White House address and more top headlines te 2026-07-16T11:11:23.265Z Trump teases major reveal during White House address and more top headlines 1. Trump teases major White House address  2. Todd Blance faces second day of testimony for AG confirmation 3. Tim Walz offers strange defense for pardoning convicted child rapist   RAISING EYEBROWS — Iran draws 'red line' after Trump threatens expanded military campaign. Continue reading … OUT OF SIGHT — Slain N.J. woman, missing Bahamas boater's spouses lawyer up but only one disappears. Continue reading … FOLLOW THE MONEY — FEC filings expose a suspicious payment trail following Swalwell's resignation. Continue reading … SHORE SHOWDOWN — Canadian woman accused of slapping girl over Trump, ICE clothing gets agency surprise. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58b57aa12eaf174af7fe19 Red state governors blast CNBC's 'worst states to live' list, point to booming population growth te 2026-07-16T10:42:02.116Z Red state governors blast CNBC's 'worst states to live' list, point to booming population growth Republican governors are firing back at CNBC after the financial news outlet released its annual quality-of-life rankings, which placed conservative red states in all the bottom-10 spots on the list, even as official U.S. Census data shows those very states are leading the nation in population growth. CNBC faced a wave of online mockery and conservative backlash Monday following the release of its 2026 "America’s Top States for Business" study. Critics quickly took to social media to call out the outlet, alleging a blatant liberal bias embedded in its ranking criteria, which heavily penalize conservative legislation. "Somebody must have forgotten to tell the tens of thousands of new Arkansans who have moved to our state in the last few years about this CNBC report, because they’re voting with their feet and voting overwhelmingly for the commonsense, conservative leadership Arkansas offers," Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders told Fox News Digital. CNBC SURVEY MOCKED AFTER RANKING ALL RED STATES AS TOP 10 'WORST PLACES TO LIVE' Counting down from the tenth-worst quality-of-life ranking to the absolute worst, CNBC ranked the bottom ten states as Arkansas, Oklahoma, Alabama, Missouri, Utah, Georgia, Louisiana, Indiana, Texas, and Tennessee. All ten states are Republican-led and voted for President Donald Trump in 2024. The list is a subset of CNBC’s broader business study, which is now in its 20th year. "CNBC is placing increasing emphasis on Quality of Life, one of the 10 categories of competitiveness in our annual America’s Top States for Business study," CNBC's report states. Under this year's methodology, the "Life, Health and Inclusion" category makes up 11.6% of a state’s overall score, up from about 10% last year. To determine the rankings, CNBC said it utilizes "hard data on factors like crime rates, air quality and healthcare." However, the metric also factors heavily in ideological policies, explicitly penalizing states for a lack of protections against discrimination and restrictive abortion laws. "Some states offer exemplary quality of life. But these ten states do not make the grade," the CNBC report stated. A spokesperson for Texas Gov. Greg Abbott told Fox News Digital that CNBC’s list "does not reflect reality." LIZ PEEK: DEMOCRATS’ AFFORDABILITY SCAM COLLAPSES IN STATES THEY ACTUALLY RUN "CNBC’s ranking is flawed and does not reflect reality. Texas’ low taxes, strong economy, abundant energy, and commitment to freedom deliver the quality of life and opportunity that millions of Americans choose every year," said Andrew Mahaleris, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's press secretary. "Governor Abbott will continue to work to keep Texas the best place to live, work, and raise a family." Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s office also dismissed the rankings as "baseless" and politically driven. "As was made clear by the baseless ‘qualifications’ they used for their report, CNBC has prioritized trendy politics over affordability and the issues that actually matter to real Americans," a spokesperson for Kemp's office told Fox News Digital. Kemp's office added: "Instead of publishing these laughable rankings that no one believes, CNBC should talk to any of the more than 500,000 Americans who have moved to Georgia in the last five years — many of them no doubt fleeing Democrat-run states like New York and California for a red state run by common sense and fiscal responsibility." AMERICANS KEEP MOVING TO TEXAS AND FLORIDA — BUT ONE OTHER RED STATE IS GROWING EVEN FASTER In its report, the media outlet took direct shots at local conservative legislation across the board. Tennessee, which was crowned the single worst state to live in, was dinged for the state's "bathroom law" — which requires transgender individuals to use facilities corresponding with their biological sex at birth — as well as a law barring localities from passing their own local antidiscrimination ordinances. The outlet also took aim at a joint resolution signed by Gov. Bill Lee designating June as "Nuclear Family Month," while also noting the state's high rate of drug deaths. Utah, ranked sixth-worst, was hit for its $7.25 minimum wage, low availability of childcare providers, and air quality. Georgia, the fifth-worst, was explicitly called out for offering "few protections for LGBTQ+ people." Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s press office immediately seized on the study, taking to X to point out the partisan split. "Notice something in common?" the governor's office posted. "All led by Republicans — many suffering from California Derangement Syndrome." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE However, official population shifts highlight a broader, post-pandemic exodus from historically blue strongholds toward the very red states criticized by CNBC. While regions across the South and Sun Belt experience economic and population booms, major progressive hubs continue to bleed residents. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, Texas gained a net of over 67,000 residents through domestic migration alone between mid-2024 and mid-2025, while Tennessee added over 42,000 and Alabama picked up more than 23,000. By contrast, Los Angeles County watched its population shrink by more than 53,000 residents over the same one-year stretch— the largest numeric decline of any county in the nation. Similarly, a recent study by the Citizens Budget Commission confirmed that New York City lost a net of 114,000 residents to domestic outmigration over that period. Fox News Digital reached out to CNBC for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58b566a12eaf174af7fe10 Trump AG pick hangs by a thread as key GOP senators refuse to commit te 2026-07-16T10:41:42.662Z Trump AG pick hangs by a thread as key GOP senators refuse to commit Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is headed for a second straight day of grilling in the Senate, and his path to confirmation still remains cluttered with two key Republicans keeping tight-lipped on whether they’ll support him. Blanche’s first day was fraught with questions about the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) handling of millions of documents related to the late, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, known as the Epstein Files, the now-defunct anti-weaponization fund and whether he would operate the DOJ as a tool of retribution for President Donald Trump. Two Republicans on the committee hold the key to Blanche’s success, Sens. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., and John Cornyn, R-Texas, and so far, neither has committed to voting for him. TRUMP'S DOJ PICK IN TROUBLE AS GOP CONCERNS THREATEN CONFIRMATION Cornyn, who has taken issue with the nearly $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund and the underlying settlement reached by Trump and his family and the IRS, which Blanche acknowledged was still "enforceable" but was not moving forward, was noncommittal on how he would vote. Cornyn, who has taken issue with the nearly $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, created under Trump's IRS settlement to compensate people who claimed they were victims of government "weaponization," which Blanche acknowledged was still "enforceable" but not moving forward, was noncommittal on how he would vote. "Well, I don't know what other information's gonna be coming in," Cornyn said. "The hearing is not even halfway done. And so, you know, I don't have to make a decision now, so I'm not." Blanche received heat throughout the hearing for being Trump’s former personal defense lawyer, and quickly corrected himself when asked by Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., if he considered himself the president’s friend. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' "I’m his lawyer — was his lawyer, and now I’m the deputy attorney general," Blanche said. When asked about the slip-up, Cornyn said, "I think he's trying to walk the line." "I think he's trying to walk a very difficult line," he said. Tillis’ primary concern, similar to Cornyn’s, is the anti-weaponization fund and whether it is truly dead and gone. He declined to say whether he would support Blanche, but noted that when asked if he was willing to work on legislation to put a permanent end to the fund, Blanche said, "Yes." TRUMP DOUBLES DOWN ON $1.8 BILLION 'SLUSH FUND' THAT KILLED HIS AGENDA, SPURRED REPUBLICAN REBELLION "I think that's a pretty strong indication that he and the administration are OK with [it]," Tillis said. "Does anybody really believe that the nominee for attorney general would answer that question if he didn't think that he had the support of the president to end this?" Meanwhile, Senate Democrats on the panel are dug in against him. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., the top-ranking Democrat on the committee, browbeat Blanche for his handling of the Epstein Files release and whether he would actually meet with Epstein survivors. "Anyone who can represent a known pathological liar like Donald Trump can have no integrity," Durbin said. "You can't have integrity if you represent Donald Trump, because he is such an inveterate liar. And that person, of course, should never, never, never be attorney general." And Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., admitted that Blanche was, "qualified … as someone who has been a prosecutor." "But given his legal experience, he should have known better than to be willing to tolerate or support the weaponization of the department," Coons said. "Using it as a tool not to follow the facts and the law, to pursue justice, but to carry out a retribution agenda by President Trump." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58b553a12eaf174af7fe07 NFL quarterback Will Grier retires at 31 te 2026-07-16T10:41:23.210Z NFL quarterback Will Grier retires at 31 Will Grier, a former West Virginia Mountaineers star quarterback who played two games in the NFL, decided to retire from the sport at the age of 31. Grier made the announcement on his social media on Wednesday and the Carolina Panthers put out a news story on his decision. COMPLETE PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE ON FOX NEWS DIGITAL "Retired today," Grier wrote in a post on Instagram. He signed a deal with the Panthers in April and reportedly received a coaching opportunity with the Dallas Cowboys, but decided to walk away from the game altogether. Grier shared messages of support on his Instagram Stories with Dak Prescott, Jake Ferguson and Kenny Pickett paying tribute to the quarterback. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Never retired, just switching lanes," Prescott wrote in his post. "Congrats my brother." The Panthers selected Grier in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft after he played college football for the Mountaineers and the Florida Gators. He would spend time with the Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals, New England Patriots, Los Angeles Chargers and Philadelphia Eagles. He only played two games in the NFL – both with the Panthers during his rookie season. Grier had 228 passing yards and four interceptions in his career. The Panthers now have three quarterbacks going into camp, including Pickett, Bryce Young and Haynes King. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58b2e6a12eaf174af7fd91 Caitlin Clark calls out referees for failing to call foul on play she says gave her a contusion te 2026-07-16T10:31:02.796Z Caitlin Clark calls out referees for failing to call foul on play she says gave her a contusion Caitlin Clark directly called out a referee for missing a call against her after a loss on Wednesday night. Clark was seen yelling demonstratively in the face of a referee after a play against Golden State veteran Kiah Stokes. Clark said she was "kneed in the quad" after the game and suffered a contusion. "I got kneed right in the quad, that hurts, the ref can’t miss that," she told reporters. STEPHANIE WHITE GIVES CAITLIN CLARK STATUS UPDATE AHEAD OF FEVER-SPARKS, BUT HER NEXT MOVE RAISES QUESTIONS "And then I have to play with a contusion in my leg for the rest of the game. Ridiculous, you can’t miss calls like that." Clark was seen taking a brief trip to the locker room after the play, as she continues to work her way back to full strength and health after suffering a back injury in June. Clark was asked if she got an explanation on the no-call, and said she told that she herself initiated the contact. "You can’t knee me in the leg and knock me over," Clark said. Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White addressed the explanation herself. "Seems to always be initiating the contact," White said sarcastically of the decision. Footage of Clark yelling at the referee went viral on social media, sparking debate and opposing critcisms, as some fans condemned the referee for missing the call while others questioned Clark's behavior. Clark finished with 13 points and six assists, going just 4-for-14 from the field and 1-of-8 from three-point range. She scored 11 points after coming back from the locker room with the apparent contusion. Tensions have been high in the WNBA in recent weeks after Clark was punched in the throat by Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas, and referees did not call it a foul in the moment. Thomas was later suspended for one game, but the WNBA put out a statement in defense of Thomas from alleged harassment and threats she had apparently been receiving since punching Clark in the throat. Clark meanwhile is playing while still not fully healthy, as she played on a minutes restriction for three straight games in her return from injury. 76ers orthopedic consultant Dr. Nicholas DiNubile previously told Fox News Digital that he is "concerned" with the amount of contact Clark has been taking from other players. "The type of contact and the amount of contact that she gets is concerning to me. It’s troubling to me," DiNubile said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I don't think there's anything she can do...It's hard to protect yourself with those type of... And that's why they're flagrant fouls, right? You just... There, there's no way to really protect yourself in those instances... she takes it in stride. I don't think she brings any of it on herself." DiNubile's opinion is that the league has to do a better job of actively protecting Clark, via the referees, in order to avoid disaster. "I think they should be calling things," he said. "They can officiate better... I mean, how do they miss this?" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58b08fa12eaf174af7fd2e Dem Senate hopeful's pink-gloved meltdown resurfaces after viral pep talk ignited mockery te 2026-07-16T10:21:03.920Z Dem Senate hopeful's pink-gloved meltdown resurfaces after viral pep talk ignited mockery Rep. Haley Stevens’ awkward campaign pep talk that went viral this week is not the first time the Michigan Democrat has made waves for an unusual public speaking moment. Stevens, who is now running for Michigan’s open Senate seat, was mocked online this week after a video of her cringey stump speech telling supporters she would bring "a little bit of enthusiasm, a little bit of energy and a little bit of stick-it-to-them … because that’s the Michigan way" went viral and garnered reaction online. The viral moment hearkened back to a separate cringey 2020 House floor episode, when Stevens wore pink latex gloves during comments about the coronavirus pandemic and was repeatedly gaveled down after her time expired. SWING-STATE POLL SPELLS TROUBLE FOR FAR LEFT AS SCHUMER-BACKED CANDIDATE DOMINATES WITH CRITICAL VOTING BLOCS "I rise for every American who is scared right now," Stevens said during the March 2020 floor speech, after requesting additional time while pointing to the gloves she was wearing, her voice raising as her testimony progressed. The Speaker Pro Tempore, residing on the House floor, tried to gavel Stevens out repeatedly, to which she ignored. Eventually, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer yielded her 30 more seconds, at which time Stevens continued addressing doctors and nurses despite the calls to order. "You will see darkness. You will be pushed. And our society needs you to stand together at this time. Our country loves you – to our doctors and our nurses, I wear these latex gloves to tell every American to not be afraid," Stevens continued before once again being cut off by the Speaker Pro Tempore residing over the House floor. MICHIGAN DEM SENATOR THROWS SUPPORT BEHIND CANDIDATE TO REPLACE HIM IN CONTENTIOUS PRIMARY "The gentlelady's time has expired … the gentlelady from Michigan is out of order," the speaker pro tempore said repeatedly, even as Stevens refused to cease her enthusiastic remarks. "The gentlelady from Michigan is out of order. The gentlelady from Michigan is no longer recognized." Stevens' viral moments come just three weeks until Michigan’s Senate primaries, at which time she will take on Democratic challenger Abdul El-Sayed.   "Maybe Abdul El-Sayed is winning hearts and minds in liberal Michigan… or maybe he’s just running against this?" Brent Scher, editor-in-chief for the Daily Wire, said in a post to X, referring to Stevens awkward stump speech.  "I just want to know why, and when, she chose to adopt this fake accent?" Chris Gustafson, the communications director for the Senate Leadership Fund wrote on X after the stump speech. "Stevens’ ads from 2018 sound like an entirely different person. Make it make sense." In recent weeks, the Michigan primary has drawn national attention as it pits El-Sayed, a candidate pushing the party further left on issues like healthcare and international affairs, against Stevens, an establishment figure with the backing of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. Those lines grew clearer as a third Democratic candidate, Mallory McMorrow, dropped out of the race earlier this month, taking away a third, more middle-of-the-road option. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ae8ba12eaf174af7fcd3 Inside Princess Diana and JFK Jr.'s secret meeting that fueled romance rumors for decades te 2026-07-16T10:12:27.207Z Inside Princess Diana and JFK Jr.'s secret meeting that fueled romance rumors for decades In December 1995, the world's two most famous people met in secret at New York City's Carlyle Hotel. John F. Kennedy Jr. hoped to persuade Princess Diana to grace the cover of his magazine, "George." The Princess of Wales, for her part, wanted to meet the man who had managed the impossible: living under an unforgiving media spotlight without being consumed by it. Caroline Hallemann wrote about the encounter in her book, "The Kennedys & the Windsors," which explores the two dynasties and how their paths crossed over the years. PRINCESS DIANA, HOT DOGS AND A PRESIDENTIAL MATCHMAKING ATTEMPT: ICONIC ROYAL VISITS TO AMERICA "It was this clandestine meeting, and they were able to keep it a secret," Hallemann told Fox News Digital. "They were both hounded by paparazzi throughout their lives. That's something they had to deal with, but they were able to maintain privacy around this moment." "I spoke with Patrick Jephson, who was Princess Diana's private secretary at the time, and I spoke with Rosemarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s executive assistant at ‘George’ magazine, to hear about what happened in this meeting," she shared. "Patrick was actually in the room when they met." Hallemann wrote that while Kennedy was "excited" to meet the royal, he was also "annoyed about everybody hinting that this would be a marriage made in heaven if they could be together." WATCH: JKF JR.'S SECRET MEETING WITH PRINCESS DIANA REVEALED At the time, Kennedy was considered the world's most eligible bachelor. But for Diana, who had officially divorced then-Prince Charles, the meeting was purely professional. "Patrick shared that this was really a business meeting," said Hallemann. "[Kennedy] thought that she quintessentially represented what the magazine was trying to achieve, which was to focus on the intersection of popular culture, politics and celebrity. And Princess Diana, from the start of the meeting, knew that she was going to say no, but she still wanted to meet with him anyway, which I think is quite telling." Kennedy and Diana had met before, the book revealed. About a decade earlier, they both attended a luncheon in Virginia during the 1985 royal visit to Washington, D.C. "She has the most unusual upward glance, really seductive," Kennedy told his friend Billy Noonan, adding that she had "the most unusual blue eyes," Hallemann wrote. As for Diana, she was "keen" on the idea of spending time with Kennedy away from cameras. "[His mother] Jackie Kennedy was a role model for Princess Diana in terms of how Jackie was able to raise her children in the public eye," Hallemann explained. "And I think that Princess Diana wanted to meet with John Jr. just to see how he managed life in the public eye." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER At first, it was suggested that Kennedy would wear a disguise to throw off the paparazzi. But Kennedy told friends, "I'm not going anywhere in disguise; that's the stupidest thing ever."  The hotel's discretion was described as "extraordinary," Hallemann wrote. Kennedy had lived there following his father's assassination, and it was also a favorite of Diana's whenever she was in New York. When Kennedy came face to face with the princess, he appeared "nervous." "He was quite in awe of her," Jephson told Hallemann. "Not uncomfortable, but he certainly seemed to be on his best behavior." Diana was "very cool — and jolly, you know, and smiley and welcoming." Hallemann told Fox News Digital the pair "spoke about a number of things," including Mother Teresa and the paparazzi. "But ultimately, for John, the goal of this meeting was for Diana to be featured in ‘George’ magazine," she said. "Sadly, he walked away disappointed in that regard." After giving Jephson "a sly glance," Diana told Kennedy that she would perhaps consider appearing in the 50th or 100th issue. Her decision was final. Still, the two spent "an hour or so together" talking. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Later, rumors claimed Kennedy and Diana had an affair that was consummated at the Carlyle that day in a "moment of pure lust." Jephson told Hallemann he was in the room the entire time. "I stayed in the room throughout and was not aware of any mad, passionate activities," he said. "My observation was that it was a kind of mutual sounding out. It was a kind of appraisal, and it wasn't overtly flirtatious, but it was friendly." While Kennedy didn't get the answer he was hoping for, Diana left a lasting impression. "I think he was charmed by her," said Hallemann. "He thought she was quite beautiful. There's one quote that's repeated by several people who spoke to him about her. [He] said she had great legs. I think he thought she was attractive." "But it was really a business meeting — for him it was," said Hallemann. "It wasn't a social call, and he was really hopeful and saw the value she might bring by appearing in the magazine, and that element didn't work out." According to the book, Diana wrote Kennedy a note. It read, "Thank you so much, but not right now." Again, she agreed to appear on a future cover. Kennedy never gave up on the idea. The book describes how he quietly stayed in touch with Diana, asking her for an interview more than once. In February 1997, she wrote him a letter saying she had to "regrettably" turn down his offer once more. She wrote, "'I hope"—with "hope" underlined—'"that the media are leaving both of you and [your wife] Carolyn alone. I know how difficult it is, but believe it or not, the worst paparazzi are here in Europe!" On Aug. 31, 1997, Diana died from injuries sustained in a Paris car crash. She was 36. At the time, she was riding in a car that was being pursued by paparazzi. "Princess Diana's death affected JFK Jr.," said Hallemann. "He saw a real similarity between them. He saw how much media interest and scrutiny there was, and he saw the role the media had played in her death. It worried him." "In particular, it worried him because of the way his wife reacted to it," Hallemann continued. "Carolyn was deeply upset by Princess Diana's death. She was deeply rattled by her own experience with the paparazzi and also by the way Princess Diana died. She was already struggling with her relationship with the media, and this only took it one step further." Kennedy and his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, died in a plane crash less than two years later, on July 16, 1999. LAST PERSON TO SEE JFK JR. ALIVE REVEALS CHILLING PREMONITION ABOUT HIS FATAL FLIGHT THAT NIGHT "I think that when people die young, they are mythologized in a way, and they are canonized in a way," said Hallemann. "For both Princess Diana and JFK Jr., these were two people who lived under enormous media scrutiny. They did a great deal of good, but they were also just people. And for one moment, they came together away from the spotlight." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ae77a12eaf174af7fcca Billions in taxpayer income are leaving two iconic states — as a new economic map emerges te 2026-07-16T10:12:07.749Z Billions in taxpayer income are leaving two iconic states — as a new economic map emerges As Americans continue relocating across state lines, California and New York remain at the center of the nation's migration story. The latest IRS data show the top 10 counties with the largest net losses of taxpayers to other states were all located in California and New York. Compiled from federal tax returns, the figures offer one of the clearest snapshots of where Americans are relocating — and where their income is moving with them. Economists say those migration patterns help explain broader shifts in state economies, tax bases and housing markets as families weigh affordability, taxes and job opportunities when considering where they want to put down roots. The movement of taxpayers and their income can also affect state and local tax collections, which help fund schools, public safety and infrastructure. Los Angeles County, home to Hollywood and one of the nation's largest economic engines, led the nation with a net loss of 17,496 tax filers. Those departing taxpayers took nearly $1.9 billion in income with them as they moved to other states. THE RED STATES RACING AHEAD IN AMERICA’S POWERFUL WEALTH BOOM — AND THE STATES FALLING BEHIND FLOURISH MAP SHOWING COUNTY MIGRATION: 29696985 Other major counties in California and New York saw similar outflows. The next-largest taxpayer losses were recorded in Queens County, New York (-17,109), the Bronx (-16,319), Orange County, California (-11,618) and Suffolk County, New York (-10,434). One New York county stood out for a different reason. Manhattan gained more interstate tax filers than any other county in the nation while simultaneously losing nearly $1 billion in adjusted gross income, suggesting many of the newcomers earned less than those who left. Compiled from federal tax returns, the IRS migration data provide one of the clearest snapshots of where Americans are relocating—and where their income is moving with them. Economists say the figures offer insight into the economic forces reshaping states, from taxes and housing costs to job opportunities and the long-term health of local tax bases. The latest data continue to point to a shift away from many of the nation's largest coastal counties toward fast-growing destinations in the Sun Belt and Mountain West. "It's very, very clear that people ultimately vote with their feet and when they feel like they're getting taxed too much, they go somewhere else where they will be taxed less," Heritage Foundation chief economist E.J. Antoni told Fox News Digital. "If you look at where these people are going, they're not going to Massachusetts or Illinois or California," Antoni said. "They're going to Texas. They're going to Tennessee. They're going to Florida — places with low or no income taxes and low overall levels of taxation." AMERICANS KEEP MOVING TO TEXAS AND FLORIDA — BUT ONE OTHER RED STATE IS GROWING EVEN FASTER The remaining counties rounding out the top 10 for taxpayer losses were San Diego County, California (-9,401); Nassau County, New York (-9,130); Riverside County, California (-8,968); San Bernardino County, California (-8,462); and Kings County, New York (-6,924). While those two states dominated the counties with the largest taxpayer losses, other parts of the country continued attracting new residents. The counties with the largest net gains in interstate tax filers were Maricopa County, Arizona (+9,353); Harris County, Texas (+8,955); King County, Washington (+8,297); and Clark County, Nevada (+7,524). "The 'vote with your feet' movement, is real," Paul Teller, a conservative strategist who previously served in the Trump-Pence White House, told Fox News Digital. THESE STATES ARE 'AHEAD OF THE GAME' IN BRINGING DOWN HOME PRICES, TRUMP'S HOUSING CHIEF SAYS Teller said Americans continue leaving high-tax, highly regulated states for places where they can keep more of what they earn and face lower costs of living, arguing the migration patterns should serve as a warning for policymakers in states that continue losing residents. "What baffles me, especially as a former New Yorker is that there doesn't seem to be a lot of concern in the states that are losing people," Teller told Fox News Digital. Teller argued the trend could carry long-term fiscal consequences if affluent taxpayers continue leaving. He said the debate has taken on renewed attention as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani advances an agenda that includes higher taxes on top earners, rent freezes for stabilized apartments, free city buses and city-owned grocery stores. California has likewise remained at the center of debates over taxes on high-income earners, maintaining one of the nation's highest top marginal income tax rates. "Let's see what happens when the wealthy keep moving out of big blue states like California and New York," Teller said. "We'll see what happens to tax revenue. We're already seeing it. It's going down significantly." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ae64a12eaf174af7fcc1 Slain N.J. woman, missing Bahamas boater's spouses lawyer up; one disappears while other recently spotted te 2026-07-16T10:11:48.294Z Slain N.J. woman, missing Bahamas boater's spouses lawyer up; one disappears while other recently spotted Brian Hooker, the husband to missing Michigan mother Lynette Hooker, has kept a low profile for months following her mysterious disappearance. Comparatively, in a separate high-profile case, Conor Hanlon, the husband to slain New Jersey therapist Brooke Hanlon, has been spotted twice in one week. In both cases, these husbands have kept quiet as questions remain unanswered about their wives. Both men have lawyered up. Neither has been charged with a crime LYNETTE HOOKER MISSING IN BAHAMAS: TIMELINE OF MICHIGAN WOMAN’S DISAPPEARANCE, HUSBAND’S ARREST "If I was the criminal defense attorney for either one of these individuals, I would advise them to keep a low profile," says criminal defense attorney and FOX News contributor Ted Williams. In Brian Hooker's case, his wife Lynette vanished from the Bahamas on April 4 while the couple was on a boating vacation. 📩 Send me a story idea: kelsie.cairns@fox.com 📸 Instagram: kelsiecairns_tv 🎥 Facebook: Kelsie Cairns Brian told investigators that she fell from their dinghy while they were at sea. COAST GUARD ASKS PUBLIC TO IDENTIFY SAILBOAT MOORED NEAR VESSEL WHERE LYNETTE HOOKER VANISHED IN BAHAMAS Following her disappearance, he was arrested and subsequently released by Bahamian authorities after questioning. He returned to the U.S. without his wife in mid-April. He has not been seen or heard from in the months following. The U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service (USCGIS) has been leading the investigation into Lynette's disappearance. WATCH: COAST GUARD VIDEO REVEALS SEIZURE OF BRIAN HOOKER'S SAILBOAT AFTER WIFE'S BAHAMAS DISAPPEARANCE In early June, USCGIS relied on divers, underwater vehicles, drones and a cadaver dog while searching an area of Hope Town, Bahamas where Lynette was last seen alive. They concluded the search and returned to the U.S. with the couple's dinghy. Brian's attorney Matt Borgula previously told Fox News Digital, "We have been in communication with investigators and prosecutors on the case and will not discuss facts in the media while the investigation is ongoing." In the case concerning Conor Hanlon, his wife Brooke Hanlon, was found fatally stabbed inside the couple's Chester, New Jersey home on June 6. "Stabbing is a very personal direct attack where there may be physical evidence or where the person who was stabbed attempted to defend themselves," Williams said. He goes on to say, "I'm sure that that is certainly something that the authorities are looking into." The Morris County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Unit is investigating her death as a homicide. Hanlon has been spotted twice in both Chester, New Jersey and in his childhood neighborhood of Brighton in Boston, Massachusetts. Fox News Digital spotted Hanlon moving a recycling bin in a driveway then jump into a white pickup truck in Boston last week. Days later, Hanlon's possible vehicle, a white Volvo SUV, was spotted by a neighbor in his Chester, New Jersey driveway this week. Conor has a lawyer and has been in communication with investigators, they confirmed to Fox News Digital. Repeated calls to Hanlon hav not been returned. In one situation, a woman has been gone without a trace for more than three months, and her husband has not been seen or made a public statement since April. In the other case, a woman's butchered body was discovered inside her home and her husband called 911; he was seen twice in the last week following his wife's June death. Williams said, "The one question that we don't know, and really in either one of these cases, is how cooperative they are. Are they actually cooperating with the authorities?" He says its likely the husbands are following advice from their hired counsel. "Law enforcement is clearly continuing to look at both of these individuals, yet they have not found sufficient evidence to date to make an arrest. The fact that they have gone underground that could very well be because their lawyers have told them to keep a very low profile," Williams said. Neither Brian Hooker nor Conor Hanlon have been accused of any crime or wrongdoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ae50a12eaf174af7fcb8 Apple AirDrop, Android Quick Share flaws put phones at risk te 2026-07-16T10:11:28.811Z Apple AirDrop, Android Quick Share flaws put phones at risk Apple AirDrop and Android Quick Share are the kind of phone features you probably use without thinking much about them. You want to send a photo across the room. You want to move a file from your phone to your laptop. So you tap share, pick a nearby device and move on. Now, new security research shows those handy nearby-sharing tools can also create a wireless opening around your phone. Researchers at the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security examined Apple AirDrop and Android Quick Share. They found six vulnerabilities across Apple, Samsung and Google implementations. The flaws include AirDrop crash bugs, Samsung Quick Share protocol issues and a Google Quick Share for Windows bug that could potentially lead to remote code execution. BEFORE YOU CONNECT ANOTHER SMART TV, TABLET OR PHONE, LOCK IT DOWN That can affect you in a very everyday way. Your phone may be sitting in your pocket at an airport gate, in a coffee shop or inside a packed conference room while it listens for nearby sharing requests. If a bad actor gets close enough, they could try to take advantage of that open wireless doorway before you even realize anything happened. So, before you leave AirDrop or Quick Share open again, here is what the research found and the settings worth checking now. Free live CyberGuy class: Sick of Spam? Join us July 22. Join us Wednesday, July 22, at 1 p.m. ET for a free CyberGuy Live class that will help you cut down on robocalls, spam texts, junk email and other unwanted messages. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will walk you step by step through simple ways to filter spam, clean up your inbox and recognize the messages that could put your personal information at risk. No technical experience is needed. You’ll also receive our spam-stopping checklist, and every registrant will get a link to the class recording afterward. Reserve your free spot today at CyberGuyLive.com. The researchers call this a proximity problem. AirDrop and Quick Share are built to find nearby devices without the usual setup of pairing first. That convenience is the whole point. It also means the sharing software has to listen before it fully trusts the other device. According to the research, the affected protocols are used by more than five billion devices. Apple reports more than 2.2 billion active devices running the sharing service tied to AirDrop. Google reports more than 3 billion Android devices with Quick Share available system-wide or used as a default sharing tool on many phones. The study found three AirDrop issues that could be triggered before authentication. It also found two Samsung Quick Share protocol flaws. In addition, researchers found one Google Quick Share for Windows use-after-free bug. Apple, Samsung and Google acknowledged the reports, according to the researchers. Most phone attacks we talk about involve bad links, fake login pages or shady apps. This research points to a different kind of risk because it starts with physical proximity. A nearby attacker may not need your password. They may not need you to open a website either. In some cases, the target device only needs to be discoverable or in a sharing mode that listens for nearby devices. That does not mean someone can grab every photo on your phone by standing next to you. The known flaws are narrower than that. Still, the research shows that file-sharing features sit closer to sensitive parts of the system than many of us realize. AirDrop interacts with Apple's sharing service, which supports features beyond file transfers. Quick Share also moves through low-level networking and device-to-device connection steps. That is why bugs in this area deserve your attention. The most immediate risk is disruption. Researchers found AirDrop bugs that could crash Apple’s sharing service. That service supports AirDrop and other continuity features. On Samsung Quick Share, researchers found protocol weaknesses that could let an attacker manipulate connection behavior before full authentication. Another issue could allow certain control messages to be injected during an active transfer. The Google Quick Share for Windows bug is more serious on paper. Researchers described it as a heap use-after-free issue and said Google awarded a bug bounty for it. The paper says this type of bug could potentially be developed into a full remote code-execution exploit. Google told CyberGuy it has addressed the Windows issue. "We've patched the flaw identified for Quick Share for Windows. As a best security practice, users should always ensure they apply the latest security updates available for their device," a Google spokesperson said. For most phone owners, the daily takeaway is clear. Nearby sharing is useful, but you should avoid leaving your device open to everyone when you do not need it. You should be extra careful with AirDrop or Quick Share when you are around a lot of strangers. That includes airports, trains, hotels and large events. These are places where a nearby attacker could sit close enough to reach many devices at once. The risk goes up when your phone is set to receive from everyone. On iPhone, Apple says the "Everyone for 10 Minutes" setting reverts after 10 minutes if you are signed in to your Apple Account. If you are not signed in, it reverts to Receiving Off. That time limit helps. Even so, you should treat "Everyone" as a temporary setting. Turn it on only when you need it. The good news is that a few quick settings checks can make your phone much harder for nearby strangers to reach. You can also review these iPhone and Android security settings for more ways to lock down your device. Start with regular software updates. The researchers responsibly disclosed the findings, and fixes are underway across vendors. Install iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Android, Samsung updates, Google Play system updates and Quick Share for Windows updates as soon as they become available. Also check the apps or utilities tied to sharing on your computer. Quick Share for Windows was part of this research, so remember the PC side if you use Android-to-Windows transfers. On iPhone, keep AirDrop limited unless you are actively using it. The safest everyday choice is Receiving Off or Contacts Only. On a Samsung phone, Quick Share controls who can see your device and send you files nearby. The safest everyday choice is No one or Contacts only. GOOGLE TURNS OLD PHONES INTO CLOUD SERVERS A file request from a stranger should be a red flag. Even if the file name looks harmless, decline it. Attackers often rely on curiosity. They may use a funny photo name or something that looks like it came from a nearby event. If you did not ask for the file, decline the request. If you are traveling or sitting in a packed public place, turn receiving off. This is especially helpful at airports, train stations and large events. You can still turn AirDrop or Quick Share back on when you actually need it. That small habit gives you more control over when your phone is visible. If you use AirDrop or Quick Share to send personal files, slow down before you tap send. Check the recipient name carefully. When possible, confirm the device in person before sharing. Be extra careful with photos, tax documents, travel confirmations, medical forms, school paperwork or anything that includes your address, phone number or financial details. Avoid sending private files to devices with generic names like "iPhone," "Galaxy" or "Laptop." For sensitive documents, use a trusted cloud storage or file-sharing service where you can confirm the recipient, manage access and add password protection when available. Nearby sharing often relies on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to discover and transfer between devices. You do not need to turn both off all day. However, it is smart to disable sharing features when you are done. Also, skip random public Wi-Fi networks just because they look familiar. Your phone can do a lot in the background. Give it fewer chances to talk to strangers. Strong antivirus software can help detect malicious files if you accidentally accept something you should not have. This is especially important on computers, since Quick Share for Windows was part of the research. Keep your security software updated and scan any file that looks suspicious before opening it. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at CyberGuy.com. AirDrop and Quick Share are useful, and most of us will keep using them. I know I will. But this research is a good reminder that nearby sharing should not stay wide open by default. The issue comes down to convenience. Phone makers made file sharing feel effortless. That is great when you are sending vacation photos to family or moving a file to your laptop. It feels different when the same feature is listening in a packed airport, coffee shop or hotel lobby. What stands out to me is the range. A bad actor may only need to be close by. So, my advice is straightforward. Update your devices. Keep AirDrop and Quick Share limited to people you trust. Turn off receiving when you are in a crowd. And never accept a file request you were not expecting. Should phones make nearby sharing harder to leave open in public places? 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/6a58ae4ba12eaf174af7fcaf Trump keeps 'really big' address under wraps as White House says ‘nobody knows’ what he’ll reveal te 2026-07-16T10:11:23.207Z Trump keeps 'really big' address under wraps as White House says ‘nobody knows’ what he’ll reveal President Donald Trump announced he will deliver a Thursday night address that he suggested will focus on "free and fair elections," teasing what he called one of the most important speeches of his presidency while offering few details about what he plans to unveil. "As usual, anonymous sources are speculating about what President Trump will say during his speech on Thursday evening," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News Digital. "The truth is, nobody knows yet what President Trump will ultimately say, which is why everyone should tune in." Trump has teased the contents of his speech without fully revealing what it will be about. "It will be a potpourri," a senior advisor told Axios, adding that Iran is something the president "wants to address." The address is expected to begin at 9 p.m. ET from the White House.  TRUMP HOLDS WASHINGTON HOSTAGE OVER SAVE ACT AS MIDTERM CLOCK TICKS ON GOP CONTROL Trump has touted his speech as being "really big news" and called for the country to "to shape up." "Thursday is, it doesn't get bigger because without free and fair elections, you don't have a country," Trump said while in the Oval Office Tuesday. "We'll be discussing other things too. But it's going to be a very big announcement." The White House did not respond to questions about which administration officials are expected to attend the speech. Fox News Digital also reached out to the FBI and CIA about whether FBI Director Kash Patel or CIA Director John Ratcliffe will be present.  TRUMP THREATENS TO EXPAND STRIKES ON IRAN, SAYS POWER PLANTS ARE NEXT TO GO: 'HIT THEM HARD' The address also comes against a volatile foreign policy backdrop, after negotiations over an Iran memorandum collapsed and the U.S. resumed strikes on Iranian targets. CENTCOM announced another round of strikes on Iran on Wednesday morning, marking the fifth straight day the U.S. launched attacks on the country.  Iran has fired back with numerous attacks on U.S. allies in the Middle East, including Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan. U.S. forces reinstituted a naval blockade on Iran Tuesday afternoon. TRUMP TAKES UNUSUAL STEP, LETS BIPARTISAN HOUSING BILL BECOME LAW UNSIGNED AMID SAVE PRESSURE CAMPAIGN Gas prices surged during the early days of the Iran conflict, then fell in June as crude oil slipped to roughly $69 a barrel before climbing again to nearly $80 a barrel Monday. While Trump also suggested Iran would be addressed, he repeatedly indicated Tuesday that election integrity would be a centerpiece of his remarks. Trump has been laser focused on passing the SAVE America Act which includes Trump’s long-sought voter ID and citizenship verification --- which Republicans say is key to ensuring elections are safe and secure. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58ae37a12eaf174af7fca6 Celebrity chef says if you can drive to McDonald's, you can cook healthy meals at home te 2026-07-16T10:11:03.758Z Celebrity chef says if you can drive to McDonald's, you can cook healthy meals at home A Michelin-starred chef wants people to know that a lack of effort — not distance — is what's stopping American families from eating healthily. He argues that advances in technology have made fresh food more accessible than ever, shifting the conversation from access to personal habits. Celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian spoke with Fox News Digital at the Great American State Fair about all things nutrition, but one hot take stood out from the rest. "You're not in a food desert — this is the United States of America," he said during a live cooking demonstration with Dr. Mehmet Oz. MORE AMERICANS NOW EAT IN THEIR CARS THAN EVER BEFORE AS EXPERT REVEALS WHAT IT SAYS ABOUT MODERN LIFE "You've got Instacart. You can get anything you want all the time." The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines food deserts as communities with "low levels of access to retail outlets selling healthy and affordable foods." The agency's designation is based on income and proximity to supermarkets. Instacart, one of many modern grocery delivery apps, was created in 2012, one year after the USDA's food desert map launched. Zakarian pointed to these advances in technology as evidence that today's barriers to healthy eating are increasingly behavioral rather than geographic. 'MASTERCHEF' FINALIST SAYS BUSY FAMILIES ARE LOSING SOMETHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN HOME-COOKED MEALS "Everyone has an iPhone. Everyone has an ability to order food," Zakarian told Fox News Digital, suggesting that online ordering has effectively bridged the geographic gaps highlighted by federal data. Fox News Digital reached out to the USDA for comment. Still, affordability remains a challenge for many families. Grocery prices have risen 32% over the past five years, according to the Urban Institute. The Food Network star said families should focus less on what they lack and more on planning meals, arguing that convenience often costs more than cooking at home. BUTTER, BEEF TALLOW DEBATE ISN'T OVER AS HEART EXPERTS WARN OF RISKS AND US GUIDELINES DIFFER ON FATS "If you can drive to McDonald's, you can go find some place that has fresh food or canned food, or you can order it online," Zakarian said. "It's possible. It's what's great about our culture." Consistently eating wholesome meals comes down to making cooking a priority, Zakarian said. "There really is no reason to not cook for yourself and cook for your family," Zakarian said. "Part of doing this and staying healthy is you've got to put effort in." With so many working families, Zakarian advocated for a structured approach to grocery shopping and meal preparation rather than tackling the kitchen daily without a plan. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ He recommends shopping twice a week and planning meals in smaller blocks instead of trying to cook day by day. "Break it up, and then you have leftovers once in a while sprinkled throughout," Zakarian said. "You'll be shocked that you have five meals for your kids, plus leftovers. It's not that hard, but it does take work." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Zakarian said cooking together creates emotional benefits for families because the kitchen naturally becomes the center of the home. "You go to any house, any party, where do we end up?" Zakarian said. "Everyone's in the kitchen." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Investing in the heart of the home helps build a sense of pride that kids carry with them even after they leave the house, Zakarian said. "When they open that food up, I guarantee you the other kids around are jealous that they got good food cooked by mom," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58abb4a12eaf174af7fbfb Phone maker OnePlus says it won’t release new phones in the U.S. and Europe te 2026-07-16T10:00:20.316Z Phone maker OnePlus says it won’t release new phones in the U.S. and Europe OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a99aa12eaf174af7fbcf Swalwell campaigns drop eye-popping sum to celeb defense attorney weeks after resigning te 2026-07-16T09:51:22.380Z Swalwell campaigns drop eye-popping sum to celeb defense attorney weeks after resigning Disgraced former Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., paid one of his attorneys over $360,000 combined from his congressional and gubernatorial campaign accounts just weeks after dropping out of the gubernatorial race and resigning from Congress, a Fox News Digital review found. A $50K payment, which was made on April 24 to celebrity lawyer Sara Azari for "Legal [and] Accounting Services," raises questions about what the payment was for and whether Swalwell was intending to try to salvage his public image amid the sexual abuse allegations that had derailed his gubernatorial campaign and ultimately cost him his congressional seat. The payment came 11 days after he resigned from Congress. Three other payments appear to have been made by Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign the following month to Azari, including a $250,000 payment in early May for "campaign legal compliance," according to California state records.  After weeks of allegations circulating on social media, bombshell reporting from CNN and the San Francisco Chronicle forced Democrats to reckon with allegations from several women, who provided detailed accounts of how Swalwell had allegedly pursued intoxicated women, pressured employees into intimate situations and asked for explicit images from female contacts. SWALWELL ATTORNEY DENIES MISCONDUCT, SAYS CONGRESSMAN TOOK ACCOUNTABILITY FOR 'LAPSES IN JUDGMENT' The allegations immediately took their toll. In the aftermath, even as high-ranking Democrats pulled their support for Swalwell, Azari, who runs a law office with locations in Los Angeles and New York, was one of the few voices to defend Swalwell after his resignation. "The fact that, you know, a day later, years later, or whatnot, you maybe had shame around what you did, or maybe you were in a relationship and shouldn’t have done what you did, doesn’t make it rape," Azari said in an interview with NewsNation. She also released a long statement defending Swalwell on X back in April, claiming the "timing, nature, and coordinated rollout of these vile and heinous allegations speak for themselves." "This is a ruthless and shameless attempt to smear Congressman Swalwell," she added. Notably, Swalwell apologized for past "mistakes" in his resignation announcement despite denying the allegations. SWALWELL CALLS SEXUAL MISCONDUCT ALLEGATIONS 'FLAT OUT FALSE,' SAYS HE WILL FIGHT THEM 'WITH EVERYTHING' "I am deeply sorry to my family, staff, and constituents for mistakes in judgment I've made in my past. I will fight the serious, false allegations made against me. However, I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make," Swalwell said in a statement. Azari said she admired Swalwell for confronting the allegations and for removing himself from Congress — as well as the race for governor. GAVIN NEWSOM SETS AUGUST 2026 SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL ERIC SWALWELL'S VACANT CONGRESSIONAL SEAT "I think it demonstrates a tremendous amount of accountability, not because he’s done these things and he’s stepping down, but because how could he properly defend himself and represent his constituency with these serious allegations pending," she added. Swalwell is facing criminal investigations in New York and Los Angeles in addition to a Justice Department inquiry into alleged sexual misconduct. Azari did not respond to questions about the payments or what services it covered. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a0b4a12eaf174af7fa60 BRET BAIER: Lindsey Graham was a true defender of America and a bridge builder te 2026-07-16T09:13:24.018Z BRET BAIER: Lindsey Graham was a true defender of America and a bridge builder Lindsey Graham was a consequential senator. If there was an important issue, he was right there on top of it. But that’s not the whole story. The essence of his character, the shaping of his background, the joy he found in people and in the political process, and the joy he brought to those around him, is the big story. Over the years I had an opportunity to see Lindsey at work on many occasions, and to hear his passion for the issues. He could be the most entertaining person at any dinner table, but his wit was matched by a razor-sharp mind that was always considering how to solve the next problem. He never stopped working. The night he died he’d just returned from Kyiv, Ukraine where he’d met with President Volodymyr Zelensky. Lindsey’s love for people shined through. He had a special appeal and was socially gifted. Maybe that came from his early years hanging out in the back room of his parents’ bar, where he learned the fine art of schmoozing. People from every walk of life crossed his path, and he was interested in them all. LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SISTER CARRIES ON LATE SENATOR'S WORK, BECOMING SOUTH CAROLINA'S FIRST FEMALE SENATOR Lindsey also learned early in life the meaning of commitment. His mother died when he was 20, followed by his father months later. Lindsey became the legal guardian for his 13-year-old sister Darline, who once called him "a brother, a father and a mother rolled into one." He raised her to adulthood, and they have always been extremely close. With Lindsey’s death, Darline has been appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster to finish her brother’s term, which expires at the beginning of 2027. Lindsey’s death on July 11 at the age of 71 capped a Congressional career that began in 1992 in the South Carolina House, then the U.S. House for eight years, and the U.S. Senate since 2003. From 1995-2015 he simultaneously served in the Air Force Reserves. His passing brought a flood of tributes, including tearful memories from his colleagues on both sides of the aisle. Their disputes melted away as they recalled their friend. What struck me most was how so many of them had stories about Lindsey’s passion for finding common ground so he could get things done. I often observed that Lindsey loved to make a deal. He could work with anybody and threw himself into the most challenging public issues, laboring alongside people with whom he differed on other issues. He never let the differences get in the way—although he never pulled his punches when he disagreed, and he did passionately disagree with the left on many occasions. 'THE HALLS OF THE SENATE ALREADY FEEL EMPTY': TEARFUL THUNE HONORS LINDSEY GRAHAM AS SISTER TAKES HIS SEAT Yet those same people summoned up sincere praise for him in the days following his death. Illinois Democrat Dick Durbin spoke with obvious fondness when he recalled emotionally, "Lindsey, for many years, was the only Republican willing to co-sponsor the Dream Act, a bill that I introduced over 20 years ago and reintroduced in successive Congresses, providing protection to undocumented immigrants brought to this country as children, his support took guts. At a time when issues surrounding immigration were becoming politically toxic, Lindsey stuck his neck out for me and for these young people. I will never ever forget." New Jersey Democrat Corey Booker shared a similar experience, recounting their collaboration on important legislation. He admired Lindsey and appreciated his uniqueness. Booker recounted how a White House negotiator had once told him that "Lindsey Graham was like an unguided missile. That God, he never knew which way he was going to go, whether he would come back and hit you, but when he was aligned, when he would be in the right place at the right time, man, he could get things done that other people couldn't, and bring a lot of light and new possibilities to the efforts." The day after Lindsey’s death, Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke in the senate. With tears in his eyes he said, "I come to the floor today with a heavy heart. I look to my right, and I see a desk which we in the Senate refer to and know as the John Calhoun desk is covered with a black shroud, and on top of that shroud is a bowl of white roses. That is present as Lindsey Graham's desk. It's difficult to believe that Lindsey Graham is no longer here with us. That we won't run into him at a media day or share a joke with him at this afternoon's vote. The halls of the Senate already feel empty without him, and I know I'm not alone in that feeling. He was a friend to so many of us on both sides of the aisle." KAGAN RECALLS LINDSEY GRAHAM'S VOTE THAT HELPED SEAL HER SUPREME COURT CONFIRMATION One of my favorite interactions with Lindsey came in 2022 at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute in Boston, where an exact replica of the U.S. Senate chamber had been erected. There I hosted a debate between Bernie Sanders and Lindsey Graham, who were fierce ideological rivals, but who shared that common chord of civility and respect. I remember well Lindsey’s opening remarks: "This place is awesome!" he declared, looking around the senate chamber replica. He explained, "We’re here to honor Ted and Orrin—Ted Kennedy and Orrin Hatch, who were great friends. They fought like tigers, but they could work together. And I have a different take on things than Bernie, but I like Bernie." I was struck by Lindsey’s reference to Kennedy and Hatch. They were lions in the senate, and Lindsey was too, all belonging to an era when legislative disputes did not carry over into personal grudge matches.  People like Lindsey were working toward a return to that idea, and the debate with Sanders was a step in that direction. The debate displayed their differences, but also surprising areas of commonality, such as on gun control. At the end, they were both smiling, and they agreed that the debate had been fun. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Lindsey was a big believer in getting along, no matter what it took. During his short-lived campaign for president in 2015, he noted approvingly how Republican President Ronald Reagan and Democratic Speaker of the House Tip O’Neill met together regularly for drinks at the White House, even though they were on opposite sides. "That’s the first thing I’m going to do as president," he promised. "We’re going to drink more." Those who knew Lindsey understood that one of his great loves was golf. I played with him many times.  Was he a good golfer? Not particularly. But he was extremely fun to play with. He recognized the importance of the game as a social bonding activity. He’d make you feel good to be with him. Which is one of the most important qualities of a golf partner, a friend, and a statesman. It’s a big reason we’ll miss having him in our lives. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM BRET BAIER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a0a0a12eaf174af7fa57 SEN ELIZABETH WARREN: The housing bill is law without Trump. Families need Congress to keep sprinting te 2026-07-16T09:13:04.050Z SEN ELIZABETH WARREN: The housing bill is law without Trump. Families need Congress to keep sprinting The biggest housing bill in more than 30 years is finally law. For more than two weeks, President Donald Trump refused to sign the bill — not because he had a problem with it, but because he cared so little about the squeeze families are facing that he sat on the bill for so long, it became law without him. President Trump calls the affordability crisis a "hoax" and has called this landmark legislation "minor." But overwhelming numbers of Americans understand that the affordability and housing crises are anything but minor. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is an important step toward doing something about it. This new law establishes powerful federal incentives to get communities across the country to build more housing. It removes outdated rules, so that housing can be built more quickly. It makes it cheaper to build manufactured housing. CONGRESS EYES RARE BIPARTISAN HOUSING WIN WITH OR WITHOUT TRUMP'S HELP The bill also stops private equity from buying up single-family homes. For years, I’ve been raising the alarm about private equity taking over industries, stripping them for parts, and running businesses into the ground. Congress had never before held private equity accountable for anything. That changed with the passage of this major bipartisan bill. Nearly 90% of voters support this law, and it wouldn’t have happened without the leadership of Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., mayors across the country, and everyone who helped push it across the finish line. There is much more we need to do to lower housing prices. I’ve proposed dozens of additional ideas, from ending tax benefits for private equity landlords to making more investments to build housing, and we should start moving forward on them. This legislation is proof that when faced with a crisis this severe, even with a disinterested president, Congress can act. But the affordability crisis doesn’t end with housing. So rather than pat ourselves on the back, it’s time to start sprinting. Let’s start by capping credit card interest rates at 10% — something President Trump promised to do last January. Nearly two-thirds of Americans across party lines support this. Families have already paid $368 million every single day for Trump’s broken promise. They cannot afford to wait a day longer. STEVE MOORE: POLITICIANS ARE BLAMING THE WRONG VILLAIN FOR AMERICA’S RISING FOOD PRICES Let’s tackle grocery costs — the No. 1, week after week, financial pressure for families. Dominant corporations across the highly consolidated food industry, from beef to eggs, have been caught engaging in anticompetitive tactics that are driving up grocery prices. Democrats and Republicans support cracking down on grocery store price gouging. Congress can give antitrust regulators more tools to crack down on unfair pricing by major food corporations. And my Price Gouging Prevention Act, which builds on price gouging laws in dozens of red and blue states, would do just that. Let’s take on the crushing burden of health care costs. Trump and Republicans have ripped health care away from millions, and Democrats will keep fighting to reverse those devastating cuts. But voters want more. President Trump and Health Secretary Kennedy say they don’t want Americans paying more than the rest of the world for prescription drugs? Let’s pass legislation to get it done. Another area of bipartisan agreement? Cracking down on giant corporations that gobble up every part of our health care system — from insurers to pharmacy benefit managers to your doctor’s office — and then jack up prices. My bipartisan Break Up Big Medicine Act would address rampant consolidation and help make health care more affordable. SANDERS-AOC BACKED PROGRESSIVE DEBUTS FEDERAL $25 MINIMUM WAGE BILL WITH COALITION OF 100+ ORGANIZATIONS Another idea that is popular with the vast majority of Americans is lifting the Social Security payroll tax cap to save Social Security for the next generation. With prices skyrocketing, the last thing seniors need is their benefits slashed in 2032 if Congress fails to act. Majorities of Democrats, Republicans, and independents favor eliminating the payroll tax cap so the wealthiest Americans contribute the same percentage of their income as a factory worker or a firefighter. I am working on bipartisan legislation to get this done. We should also act to increase wages — starting with raising the minimum wage. Under President Trump, inflation is at its highest level in three years, which means more and more families who work full-time jobs earning the minimum wage still live in poverty. Meanwhile, Congress has sat on its hands for almost 20 years. Across the country, more than 80% of Democrats, independents, and Republicans think the current federal minimum wage is too low. They’re right. It’s decades past time for Congress to act. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The skyrocketing cost of child care is another concern for Americans across party lines. A whopping 82% of voters say federal child care funding would help lower costs. We should cap the cost of child care at no more than 7% of income, expand child care supply, and boost wages for child care workers. There are so many more ideas to address the affordability crisis that Democrats, Republicans, and independent voters support — like investing in domestic drug manufacturing, stopping data centers from driving up electricity bills, and taking on corporate profiteering across the economy. With ROAD to Housing, we’ve proven that Congress can act to lower costs. Now it’s time to build on the housing law’s momentum and make life more affordable for all Americans. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM SEN. ELIZABETH WARREN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a08ca12eaf174af7fa4e CHAD WOLF: Canada can't expect free trade while leaving our northern border vulnerable te 2026-07-16T09:12:44.594Z CHAD WOLF: Canada can't expect free trade while leaving our northern border vulnerable The longest international border in the world has a security problem, and Canada is not treating it with the urgency it deserves. Recently, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin laid out a sobering picture of how people from 78 nations have been apprehended crossing the northern border. U.S. agents are now arresting a terrorist on the watch list nearly every week at the northern border, and over the past year alone, enough fentanyl to kill 17 million Americans has been seized coming through Canada. Cartel organizations, squeezed by the intensified enforcement operations and physical infrastructure along our southern border, are pivoting north. Federal prosecutors have unsealed a string of recent cases documenting organized smuggling networks operating directly through the northern border. They are the front edge of a corridor that cartels and transnational criminal organizations are actively developing. CANADA'S PRIME MINISTER REFERS TO US ECONOMIC TIES AS A WEAKNESS Congressional Republicans are rightly raising the alarm, holding hearings and pressing Canada for action. And the Trump administration is recognizing exactly what leverage it holds. On July 1, the United States declined to renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in its current form, opting instead for annual reviews until the agreement expires in 2036. Ottawa and Mexico City wanted the 16-year extension. Washington said no. Canada's economy is deeply woven into American markets. Roughly $900 billion in trade moves across this border every year. Canada wants predictability and a long-term framework. The Trump administration holds the pen. Canada has long been a country that enjoys open access to American markets while keeping its own rigorously walled off. Canada’s bad trade behavior must be called out. ALBERTA SEPARATISTS SAY THEY HAVE ENOUGH SIGNATURES FOR REFERENDUM ON LEAVING CANADA Canada's dairy supply management system often functions as a government-sanctioned cartel, setting production quotas, controlling prices and throttling foreign competition behind tariff walls that can exceed 200%. U.S. dairy producers have filed repeated USMCA dispute complaints over Canada's manipulation of tariff-rate quotas, arguing that Ottawa deliberately underfills import access in ways that violate the agreement's terms. Canada's illicit cigarette market is one of the most sophisticated contraband networks in North America, and it runs directly through the same corridors being used to move hard drugs and people. When law enforcement executed Manitoba's largest drug bust in history in May 2026, police found 1.35 million contraband cigarettes sitting in the same evidence locker. Investigators with decades of experience tracing illicit tobacco networks have noted that contraband cigarette revenues are a consistent funding stream for the same organized crime networks moving fentanyl south. Ottawa has known for years that the illicit tobacco pipeline and the drug pipeline share infrastructure, financing and personnel. The enforcement response has not matched the scale of the problem. NEW MEXICO AG LAUNCHES CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION INTO DEA OVER ALLEGATIONS AGENTS LET FENTANYL FLOOD STATE In telecommunications, Canada has maintained legislative restrictions on foreign ownership for its Big Three carriers since 1993. Bell, Telus and Rogers operate in a market legally shielded from American or other foreign competition, producing some of the highest wireless prices in the developed world for Canadian consumers. American telecom companies cannot meaningfully compete in Canada. That door swings in only one direction. The same dynamic governs Canadian aviation. Roughly 78% of domestic Canadian flights are operated by Air Canada or WestJet, with foreign carriers locked out by restrictions that prevent American airlines from serving routes within Canada. Canada's own Competition Bureau has recommended opening the market. Ottawa has not acted. This is the pattern: Canada extracts the benefits of a rules-based trade relationship with the United States while maintaining sector-by-sector protections that no serious economic partner would defend. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The northern border is becoming a genuine national security concern, and Canada has neither the resources nor the political urgency to treat it as one on its own. The Trump administration is direct about the trajectory. What happened on the southern border, where cartels have immense power and control nearly every crossing point, will come north unless the cooperation deepens and hardens fast. The Trump administration has made it plain that a new USMCA framework, and the trade certainty Canada badly wants, is available. The price is serious border enforcement, real resources, closed loopholes on small-package drug shipments and accelerated passage of the legal tools Canadian law enforcement needs. Trade sectors that have operated as protected monopolies for decades should be on the table too. Canada is a close ally and the relationship is worth protecting. But close allies do not get permanent exemptions from accountability, especially when fentanyl is flowing, cartels are scouting, and the border remains vulnerable. The United States has leverage. The question is, will Canada finally take action. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM CHAD WOLF Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a079a12eaf174af7fa45 MORNING GLORY: I asked Trump if he was prepared to remove Iran’s new leaders te 2026-07-16T09:12:25.144Z MORNING GLORY: I asked Trump if he was prepared to remove Iran’s new leaders "Can you or the American military or the Israeli military get to what’s left of their third string and their fourth string and their fifth string? Do you know where they are? Can you kill them?" I posed those questions to President Donald Trump Monday, July 13. "Yeah, I do, but we don’t want to talk about that," the president replied. TRUMP SAYS HE LEFT INSTRUCTIONS TO 'BOMB' IRAN 'AT LEVELS' NEVER SEEN IF HE IS ASSASSINATED "But we certainly are watching, yeah," he added. "I know a lot about that subject. I know a lot, but I don’t think it’s appropriate to talk about it right now." Trump’s restraint about clearing the bench of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is interesting. The public faces of the rump regime in Iran — President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi — don’t have any authority over the killers with the guns. (Trump puts the number of Iranians massacred by the regime over two days in January at 52,000, so we know the ruthlessness of the men in charge.) When the campaign against Iran by the U.S. and Israel opened on February 28, those strikes devastated the first and second tiers of "leadership" in Iran. Pezeshkian and Araghchi were not important enough to be in the command bunkers. TRUMP CALLS TERRORIST IRANIAN A ‘CANCER.’ IS HE FINALLY THE ONE TO REMOVE IT? Sixty-eight-year-old Ahmad Vahidi emerged from the wreckage and his "retirement" after the wipeout of the senior leadership of the Islamic Republic to take command of the IRGC. Imagine how utterly ruthless a benched and passed-over killer must be, and how many grudges he must hold against those who put him out to pasture in the first place. Eli Lake is among the most respected national security reporters in the U.S. On Tuesday, July 14, Lake wholly agreed with what Trump told me Monday: It is unrealistic to expect the Iranian people to rise up only months after such a traumatic mass murder. Instead, Lake explained, students of the history of regime collapses tell us we ought to be watching for splits within the ranks of the men with guns. That’s how revolutions against dictators and their henchmen at the top begin and then gain momentum. The lower levels of security services or a cadre within the military become unwilling to join in the killing anymore. They see the end game and they don’t want to be around or on the wrong side when everything falls apart. Sometimes they flee. Sometimes they turn the weapons on the top men. When that begins, Lake added, it can accelerate quickly. US CLAWS BACK KEY CONCESSION TO IRAN AFTER FRESH ATTACKS ON COMMERCIAL SHIPS IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ With the first Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) torn up by the IRGC, all bets were off. I’ve called the MOU the equivalent of "halftime" in the battle with Iran since it was inked, but was surprised when the rump regime came out of its locker room first and began shooting at ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Iran received a thin lifeline of oil revenue from the MOU when we lifted the blockade. The blockade is back, as are the bombings. If the president does indeed ratchet up the air campaign, the already tattered Iranian economy will struggle to meet basic needs. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The suffering of the population doesn’t matter to Vahidi et al. They can loot the country (and will) and assign whatever imports are getting in to themselves, just as the Hamas terrorists did in Gaza. They may be living underground, but the IRGC bosses won’t be hungry. The vast masses of Iranians know the truth — though they dare not speak it. But if even a handful of colonels or even junior officers decide the time has come for them to rule and save the country (and themselves), they can act. If they succeed, they can shrug off the awful burden of "Twelver" theology and rule as normal juntas rule: with absolute power but without making war on the world. It only takes a few people to crack the whole of the IRGC tyranny. Trump says to the public that he isn’t going to rush that takeover. But who knows what he and the Israelis see and hear courtesy of their intelligence communities. The allies certainly had all the information they needed on February 28. Don’t doubt that they have more and add to their collection every day. Hugh Hewitt is a Fox News contributor and host of "The Hugh Hewitt Show" heard weekday afternoons from 3 PM to 6 PM ET on the Salem Radio Network, and simulcast on Salem News Channel. Hugh drives Americans home on the East Coast and to lunch on the West Coast on over 400 affiliates nationwide, and on all the streaming platforms where SNC can be seen. He is a frequent guest on the Fox News Channel’s news roundtable, hosted by Bret Baier weekdays at 6pm ET. A son of Ohio and a graduate of Harvard College and the University of Michigan Law School, Hewitt has been a Professor of Law at Chapman University’s Fowler School of Law since 1996 where he teaches Constitutional Law. Hewitt launched his eponymous radio show from Los Angeles in 1990. Hewitt has frequently appeared on every major national news television network, hosted television shows for PBS and MSNBC, written for every major American paper, has authored a dozen books and moderated a score of Republican candidate debates, most recently the November 2023 Republican presidential debate in Miami and four Republican presidential debates in the 2015-16 cycle. Hewitt focuses his radio show and his column on the Constitution, national security, American politics and the Cleveland Browns and Guardians. Hewitt has interviewed tens of thousands of guests from Democrats Hillary Clinton and John Kerry to Republican Presidents George W. Bush and Donald Trump over his 40 years in broadcasting. This column previews the lead story that will drive his radio/ TV show today. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM HUGH HEWITT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a065a12eaf174af7fa3c Inflation Cools More Than Expected As Consumer Prices Fall In June te 2026-07-16T09:12:05.682Z Inflation Cools More Than Expected As Consumer Prices Fall In June By Ethan Faverino | Consumer prices declined on a month-to-month basis in June while annual inflation continued to moderate, according to the Joint Economic Committee’s latest Monthly Inflation Update. The report found that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), the government’s primary measure of inflation, fell 0.42% from May to June. On an annual basis, consumer prices were 3.53% higher than in June 2025, down from the 4.25% year-over-year inflation rate recorded in May. Core inflation, which excludes the more volatile food and energy categories, also eased. Core CPI declined 0.02% during June and increased 2.59% over the past 12 months, marking a slowdown from the previous month’s annual rate of 2.85%. Energy prices were a major factor in the monthly decline. The energy index fell 5.71% in June after increasing 3.88% in May. Despite the monthly decrease, energy prices remained 15.70% higher than a year ago. Food prices continued to rise modestly, increasing 0.21% during the month and 3.01% over the past year. Inflation continued to vary across the country. The Northeast recorded the highest annual headline inflation rate at 4.3%, followed by the Midwest at 3.8%. The South and West each posted annual inflation rates of 3.2% The June report also showed that workers experienced modest gains in purchasing power as inflation-adjusted wages increased. Real average weekly earnings for all private-sector employees rose 0.77% from May, while real average hourly earnings increased 0.80%. For production and nonsupervisory employees, real average weekly earnings increased 0.55% and real average hourly earnings rose 0.81%. The Joint Economic Committee noted that “real” earnings reflect wages after adjusting for inflation making them a better indicator of workers’ purchasing power. Weekly earnings are considered a more comprehensive measure of income because they account for changes in both hourly pay and hours worked. The report also showed inflation came in below expectations. According to forecasts from the Cleveland Federal Reserve, economists had projected monthly headline inflation of a 0.06% decline and annual inflation of 3.92%. Instead, headline CPI fell 0.42% in June and the annual rate registered 3.53%, indicating inflation cooled more than anticipated. Compared with June 2025, annual inflation remained elevated but continued its gradual moderation. Headline inflation stood at 3.53%, food inflation at 3.01%, core inflation at 2.59%, and energy prices remained the fastest-growing component, rising 15.70% over the past year despite their sharp monthly decline. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Inflation Cools More Than Expected As Consumer Prices Fall In June first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a051a12eaf174af7fa33 Hobbs Signs Executive Order Barring State Employees From Profiting Off Prediction Markets te 2026-07-16T09:11:45.204Z Hobbs Signs Executive Order Barring State Employees From Profiting Off Prediction Markets By Matthew Holloway | Gov. Katie Hobbs has signed an executive order prohibiting Arizona executive branch employees from using nonpublic government information to profit through prediction markets. The governor signed Executive Order 2026-02 last week, directing covered state employees to refrain from disclosing or using information obtained through public service to earn profits, avoid financial losses, or help another person or organization financially benefit from prediction-market transactions. Violations may result in dismissal, other employment sanctions, or referral to law enforcement, according to the order. “Arizonans deserve a state government that works for them, not one where insiders exploit public service for their own gain,” Hobbs said. “I’m proud to set clear, commonsense ethical standards on prediction markets to hold our government accountable. Public service is a privilege, and we will not tolerate anybody abusing that privilege to line their own pockets.” Prediction markets allow participants to trade contracts tied to the outcome of future events, including elections, government actions, military operations, weather, sporting events, and economic developments. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission describes event contracts as swaps that are often structured around yes-or-no outcomes. Their prices reflect market expectations, and contracts typically provide a fixed payout, usually $1, when the selected outcome occurs. Hobbs’ order designates as confidential any nonpublic information obtained by covered executive branch workers that could be used to profit or avoid a loss through a prediction market. That provision corresponds with Arizona’s conflict-of-interest law, ARS §38-504(B), which prohibits public officers and employees from using appropriately designated confidential information for personal profit during their government service and for two years afterward. The law also prohibits the unauthorized disclosure or use of information declared confidential by law. The order covers employees and officers of the Governor’s Office, executive departments, state agencies and offices, and most state boards and commissions. Its definition excludes agencies headed by a single independently elected state official, the Arizona Corporation Commission, and boards or commissions established by ballot measure during or after the November 1998 general election. Hobbs encouraged other statewide elected officials, independent boards and commissions, and the legislative and judicial branches to establish comparable policies for their employees. The order does not create an independent legal claim or remedy and cannot serve as the basis for challenging an action or inaction by a state agency, officer, or employee. It also states that the policy does not alter existing agency powers or override state or federal laws, regulations, or court orders. The governor cited recent reports and a federal criminal case involving alleged use of government information to place wagers on military operations. The U.S. Department of Justice announced in April that Army soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke had been indicted for allegedly using classified information concerning a planned military operation in Venezuela to make wagers on Polymarket. Federal prosecutors alleged that Van Dyke participated in planning “Operation Absolute Resolve,” a U.S. operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, and placed approximately $33,034 in wagers while possessing nonpublic information about the mission. Van Dyke allegedly profited approximately $409,881 after contracts concerning Maduro’s removal and the presence of U.S. forces in Venezuela resolved in Van Dyke’s favor. Prosecutors charged Van Dyke with violations of the Commodity Exchange Act, wire fraud, and conducting an unlawful monetary transaction. The charges remain allegations, and no conviction was reported in the Justice Department’s announcement. In March, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed 20 criminal charges against KalshiEx LLC and Kalshi Trading LLC, the companies behind the Kalshi prediction-market platform. Mayes alleged that the companies operated an unlicensed gambling business and unlawfully accepted wagers on elections. In May, U.S. District Judge Michael Liburdi granted the Commodity Futures Trading Commission a preliminary injunction barring Arizona from enforcing its gambling laws through criminal or civil actions involving event contracts listed on CFTC-regulated designated contract markets. Liburdi found that the federal government was likely to succeed on its claim that the Commodity Exchange Act preempts Arizona’s gambling laws in that context. Hobbs’ order took effect immediately upon signing and will remain in force until it is repealed, replaced, or rescinded by a future executive order. Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post Hobbs Signs Executive Order Barring State Employees From Profiting Off Prediction Markets first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58a03ca12eaf174af7fa2a Petersen Widens Lead To 15 Points Over Glassman In Latest Attorney General Poll te 2026-07-16T09:11:24.724Z Petersen Widens Lead To 15 Points Over Glassman In Latest Attorney General Poll By Matthew Holloway | Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen (R-LD14) has widened his lead over attorney Rodney Glassman in the Republican primary for attorney general according to a new statewide poll released by NextGen Polling. The survey found Petersen leading Glassman 43.4 percent to 28.2 percent, with 28.5 percent of likely Republican primary voters undecided. The poll was conducted July 8-9 among 1,707 likely voters and had a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 percentage points. Petersen’s advantage increased from approximately six points in a June survey conducted by the same firm. That poll placed Petersen at 25.8 percent and Glassman at 19.5 percent, while 54.6 percent of respondents remained undecided. ATTORNEY GENERAL JUNE 18TH: Petersen: 26% (+6%) Glassman: 20% JULY 9TH: Petersen: 43% (+15%) Glassman: 28% The most genuinely competitive race of the five down-ballot contests, but @votewarren's structural depth means he has a floor that Glassman cannot easily breach. Glassman… pic.twitter.com/QrZb1us5VB — NextGen Polling (@NextGenPolling) July 9, 2026 Between the two surveys, Petersen’s support increased by nearly 18 percentage points, while Glassman gained approximately nine points. The undecided share fell by more than 26 points. “This race proves again that Arizona voters continue to reject political charlatans who attempt to buy their seats in public office,” Petersen said in a statement released by his campaign. “I am truly grateful for the trust voters have placed in my candidacy for Attorney General. These polls demonstrate that Republicans understand we need a candidate who can defeat liberal Kris Mayes in November.” Petersen’s campaign pointed to Glassman’s spending advantage while announcing the polling results. Campaign finance data compiled by Transparency USA through March 31 showed Glassman reporting nearly $284,000 in expenditures, compared with approximately $107,000 by Petersen, a ratio of about 2.7-to-1. The same records showed Glassman reporting more than $2.3 million in contributions and Petersen reporting approximately $1.2 million. Those figures cover activity through the end of March and do not include spending during the final months of the primary campaign. The July 21 primary will determine which Republican advances to face Democratic Attorney General Kris Mayes in the Nov. 3 general election. Mayes is seeking a second term and faces no opposition in the Democratic primary. Petersen and Glassman have centered much of their campaign on their respective qualifications to oversee the Attorney General’s Office and their ability to defeat Mayes in November. Petersen represents Legislative District 14 and has served as president of the Arizona Senate since 2023. He earned his law degree from Arizona State University in 2019 and was admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in December 2023. Glassman is a private attorney, former Tucson City Council member, and lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve Judge Advocate General’s Corps. He was the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in 2010 and has since sought several offices as a Republican, including attorney general in 2022 and the Arizona Corporation Commission in 2018. Both candidates have said they would place greater emphasis on working with law enforcement, prosecuting crime, addressing border security, and cooperating with the Trump administration. A May primary debate between the candidates focused heavily on their legal experience and political records. Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post Petersen Widens Lead To 15 Points Over Glassman In Latest Attorney General Poll first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a589ffca12eaf174af7fa0e Trump Administration Argues for Fencing Off Park Next to White House te 2026-07-16T09:10:20.732Z Trump Administration Argues for Fencing Off Park Next to White House The Commission of Fine Arts is set to consider the administration’s proposal regarding Lafayette Square Park, which has been the site of numerous protests. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58945ba12eaf174af7f7a0 Ask The Vet: Managing concerns about recent screwworm outbreak te 2026-07-16T08:20:43.401Z Ask The Vet: Managing concerns about recent screwworm outbreak Q: I have recently heard about Screwworm in the news. Should I be worried about this with my pet? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a588d3da12eaf174af7f62f Follow the vote live at HavasuNews.com on Election Night te 2026-07-16T07:50:21.708Z Follow the vote live at HavasuNews.com on Election Night Voters will head to the polls Tuesday, July 21, and Today's News-Herald will provide live, comprehensive coverage throughout Election Day and into the evening as results begin to roll in. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5883f2a12eaf174af7f466 Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth te 2026-07-16T07:10:42.573Z Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago. Kyle Bylin and Jeremy Morrison were the only two babies born at Unity Medical Center in Grafton, North Dakota, on Jan. 26, 1988, the men and their families said in the lawsuit, according to KVLY. Christian Unity Hospital Corporation, doing business as Unity Medical Center, was named as the defendant. The plaintiffs allege hospital staff switched the infants and sent them home with the other child’s biological parents, the outlet reported. The two men were then raised by each other’s biological families, allegedly without anyone's knowledge. The lawsuit says the switch was not discovered for more than 36 years. FAMILY OF TODDLER FOUND ALIVE IN MORGUE AFTER BEING DECLARED DEAD PLANS LEGAL ACTION Two years ago, Morrison, who now lives in Colorado, took a DNA test and learned the parents who raised him were not his biological parents. Morrison told KKTV that his aunt provided DNA, and Bylin matched as her nephew. Morrison said he does not have any cousins. Morrison told the outlet that he always felt different from the family he grew up with. "I didn't have anyone that looked like me in my family," Morrison said. "I was that blonde-haired kid that stood out in a family full of brown-haired people." "I know I definitely wouldn't be here in Colorado today if I went home with the right parents," he said. "I would have been working the farm with my older brother that I never knew I had." Both sets of parents have met their biological sons, but the two men have not met each other, according to KKTV. DNA FROM SODA BOTTLE ALLEGEDLY LINKS MASSACHUSETTS WOMAN TO 1985 MURDER OF 'BABY BOY DOE' Unity Medical Center denied the allegations and asked the court to dismiss the case with prejudice. Attorneys for the hospital argued that its staff "possessed and exercised the appropriate degree of skill and learning" and "at all times used reasonable care, judgment, and diligence," according to KVLY. The hospital also claims the lawsuit may be prohibited by the statute of limitations, pointing to "the length of time that has passed between the alleged incident and the service of this lawsuit." The plaintiffs are seeking more than $50,000 in damages and have asked for a jury trial. The hospital also raised comparative fault as a defense, arguing that damages, if any, could be attributable to parties other than the hospital. The hospital has also demanded a jury trial. Unity Medical Center said in a statement to KKTV that it is "currently working to better understand a highly unusual situation involving two men who apparently were separated from their biological parents at some point during their lives," adding: "Both men were born at our hospital on the same day in 1988, and we recognize the profound impact this discovery has had on them and their families." "Unfortunately, because of the passage of nearly four decades, the medical and staffing records that might have provided additional clarity no longer exist, and no members of the delivery team from that time are still employed by the hospital," the statement continued. "While we deeply sympathize with the men and their families, we have found no evidence to support claims that Unity Medical Center or its staff were responsible for what occurred." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a586c83a12eaf174af7ede0 ICE arrests record 238 illegal immigrants in one day during South Texas enforcement operation te 2026-07-16T05:30:43.980Z ICE arrests record 238 illegal immigrants in one day during South Texas enforcement operation U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced Tuesday that its Harlingen, Texas, field office, working with law enforcement partners, arrested 238 illegal immigrants in a single-day operation that the agency said set a record for targeted arrests in the Rio Grande Valley. ICE said the arrests marked the highest number of targeted arrests in a single day for Enforcement and  Removal Operations Harlingen. The June 18 operation resulted in the arrests of illegal immigrants with convictions including attempted kidnapping, sexual battery and drug possession, according to the agency. BIDEN JUDGE OVERRULED ON KEY TRUMP IMMIGRATION POLICY "The ICE mission continues to focus on enhancing public safety and restoring integrity to our nation’s immigration system," ICE Harlingen Field Office Director Juan Agudelo said in a statement. "We will stop at nothing to keep our American communities safe by removing one criminal illegal alien at a time," he added. The arrests come as the Trump administration continues its crackdown on illegal immigration and seeks to remove criminal illegal immigrants from communities across the country. ABIGAIL SPANBERGER’S VIRGINIA A ‘HOTBED’ FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT CRIME, DHS SAYS AFTER LATEST RAPE CHARGE Among those arrested was Manuel Morales-Geronimo, a Mexican national whom authorities identified as a Paisas gang member. Morales-Geronimo was previously convicted of assault causing bodily injury, possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, driving while intoxicated, illegal entry into the United States and three counts of illegal reentry, according to ICE. Jose Alfredo Castillo-Mendoza, also a Mexican national, was arrested during the operation. According to ICE, he was previously convicted of attempted kidnapping, sexual battery and illegal reentry. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT The announcement came the same day President Donald Trump pushed back on a reported DHS move to pause most ICE traffic stops, calling them "one of ICE's most important and effective Crime Fighting tools." The reported pause followed scrutiny over recent fatal encounters involving immigration enforcement traffic stops. In a social media post, Trump wrote, "We CANNOT give up one of ICE's most important and effective Crime Fighting tools, THE TRAFFIC STOP!" The president added that the DHS policy shift would be "playing right into the criminal’s [sic] hands." Fox News Digital's Peter Pinedo contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5860b4a12eaf174af7e531 5 cyclospora cases reported in Pima County te 2026-07-16T04:40:20.620Z 5 cyclospora cases reported in Pima County Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a585c2fa12eaf174af7e452 Lindsey Graham’s final act reverberates in Senate as sister is urged to “keep pedaling" te 2026-07-16T04:21:03.682Z Lindsey Graham’s final act reverberates in Senate as sister is urged to “keep pedaling" It was 2:35 am et Sunday. The phone rang, yanking me out of deep slumber. Calls like these are never good. In the split second before I answered the phone, my mind traveled to the obvious place for any journalist who covers Capitol Hill and gets a call at that hour. LINDSEY GRAHAM, SOUTH CAROLINA SENATOR WHO ROSE FROM SMALL-TOWN ROOTS TO GOP POWER BROKER, DIES AT 71 Surely it was about former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY). McConnell has been out of service and nowhere to be found for weeks — after being hospitalized with an unspecified illness. The internet was rife with conspiracy theories and conjecture. And, considering the dearth of information, I suspected the worst. My longtime colleague Jodie Curtis was on the line when I picked up. Jodie is a senior figure at Fox, forced into weekend overnight assignment editor duty because of an illness. Jodie calling to tell me that Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) was dead. "Graham?" I asked incredulously. "Not McConnell?" Emerging from my stupor, I instinctively presumed this might be about the infirm, Kentucky Republican. You’d have better odds presuming that overnight call was about McConnell than hitting an exacta wheel at Churchill Downs. My instincts immediately kicked in. What if this was psy-ops by the Russians, Chinese or Iranians. A rouse. A hoax. A hack. I told my colleague to just wait a moment while we confirmed. It would be easy to get this wrong. Back in the 1990s, lawmakers "killed" comedian Bob Hope on the House floor, prematurely announcing his death during special orders speeches. Yours truly – and everyone else in Washington – prematurely reported the death of the late Rep. Stephanie Tubbs-Jones (D-OH). She suffered from a catastrophic brain aneurism. Yet after they removed the Congresswoman from life support, she continued to live for a few hours before dying. However, it became clear that Lindsey Graham was indeed dead. I was quickly on the air. When asked about the shock of Graham passing, I invoked a Native American adage: Death comes. And it’s always out of season. Lindsey Graham was gone. But who would succeed him on Capitol Hill? Think all in the family. At least for now. Sens. Katie Britt (R-AL) and Tim Scott (R-SC) both implored the late senator’s kid sister Darline Graham to follow her brother. President Trump believed it would be a fitting tribute to the senator. So did South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) – who was in charge the appointment. "It’s my honor to ask his sister to finish his work now," said McMaster. Darline Graham is a political neophyte. Lindsey Graham adopted his sister after their parents died – and Darline was a teenager. "Lindsey has always been there for me. And now I will be there for him," said now Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC). Lindsey Graham was his sister’s caretaker. Now she’s the caretaker of his Senate seat until January. But who’s next? South Carolina has a small Congressional delegation. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) quickly excluded himself from the immediate running, noting the importance of remaining in the House. Plucking one of South Carolina’s House GOP members and appointing them to the Senate is a problem for the narrow Republican majority. The Constitution bars appointments to the House. So McMaster would have diminished the GOP’s slim majority had he picked a House member to fill in for Lindsey Graham. It would take months to conduct a special election to fill the vacant House seat. Appointing Darline Graham solves that problem. Reps. Russell Fry (R-SC), Nancy Mace (R-SC) and Ralph Norman (R-SC) are all interested in running for the full term. South Carolina will hold a snap primary in mid August. The winner will face Democrat Annie Andrews in November. Lindsey Graham had just secured the Republican nomination for a fifth term last month. President Trump’s influence will play an outsized role in who gets the nod. He’s already singled out Fry. But the election will look a little different this fall. November will mark the first time since the mid-1950s that either Lindsey Graham or late, legendary Sen. Strom Thurmond (R-SC) isn’t on the ballot in the Palmetto State. The Senate met for the first time Monday afternoon since Graham’s passing. "Lord, we remember with gratitude his commitment to the responsibilities entrusted to him and the many ways he sought to serve the people of this country. Give comfort, strength and peace to his family, friends, colleagues and all who mourn his passing," prayed Senate Chaplain Barry Black. The Senate shrouded Graham’s desk with a black cloak. A bouquet of white roses rested on the desk, signifying a new beginning without a Senate titan. "The halls of the Senate already feel empty without him," said Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD). 'THIS IS NOT NORMAL': AOC UNLOADS ON MCCONNELL'S PROLONGED ABSENCE Well wishers left notecards and flowers outside Graham’s office in the Russell Senate Office Building. Senators praised Graham’s tenacity. "He didn't want to just argue about things. He wanted to actually solve things," said Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) on Fox. Even until the end. Over the weekend, Graham appeared to forge a deal on a Russia sanctions measure. "This could be well, this could well be the end of the war in Ukraine. It could put all the pressure on Russia to finally end their illegal war of aggression," predicted Sen. Angus King (I-ME). Lindsey Graham first won a seat in Congress in 1994 as part of the "Republican Revolution." That’s the historic class which flipped control of the House for the first time in 40 years. Graham and Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker (R-MS) are the only members from that 1994 class still serving in Congress. Graham earned a national profile barely four years after arriving in Washington. House GOP leaders tapped Graham to serve as one of the House "managers," prosecuting articles of impeachment for President Clinton in the Senate. "Impeachment is not about punishment," argued Graham before the Senate in January, 1999. "Impeachment is about cleansing the office." Three years after that, Graham left the House. He became one of 100 in the Senate. But his colleagues conceded that the institution felt hollow at just 99. "I am comforted by the knowledge that in the end, he has just changed his address. And that one day, Mr. President…." said Thune on the floor, pausing for ten seconds. "We will laugh together again." The Leader’s voice then cracked as he fought back tears. "Mr. President, I yield the floor," Thune whispered. By Tuesday afternoon, Darline Graham became the 2,022nd senator in American history. But the first to immediately succeed her brother. "He always said that his greatest accomplishment was the way that Darline turned out," said Britt. "I'm glad that there will be another Sen. Graham and that Darline will serve with us," said Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE). "That'll allow for some continuity." Graham’s passing leaves a Congressional chasm. "It will be difficult to pass anything without Sen. Graham because he's been such a significant voice in the Senate," said Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). It’s unclear if any of that will fall to the Senate’s newest member. LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SISTER CARRIES ON LATE SENATOR'S WORK, BECOMING SOUTH CAROLINA'S FIRST FEMALE SENATOR Darline Graham joined her brother’s side when he briefly ran for President in 2015. She says Lindsey taught her how to ride a bike while growing up. "He would hold on to the bicycle as I pedaled. And he'd run along beside of me. Give me a big push and shout ‘Keep pedaling! Keep pedaling!’ said the new senator. " And then he was the one who comforted me when I stopped pedaling and fell off the bicycle." Today, Darline Graham is again hopping onto that bicycle to finish Lindsey Graham’s term. You can almost hear the late senator, in his "upstate" twang shouting to his sister "Keep pedaling! Keep pedaling!" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a585c1ca12eaf174af7e449 Marcello Hernández roasts Jake Paul, Tiger Woods and Bill Belichick in ESPYS monologue te 2026-07-16T04:20:44.232Z Marcello Hernández roasts Jake Paul, Tiger Woods and Bill Belichick in ESPYS monologue The ESPYS brought some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment to New York City on Wednesday night, a day that typically ranks among the slowest on the sports calendar. But this year’s ceremony was preceded by a World Cup semifinal match in Atlanta that was already being described as an instant classic. Lionel Messi and Argentina punched their ticket to a second straight World Cup final with a win over England. The defending champions will meet Spain on Saturday in nearby New Jersey, just a short trip across the Hudson River from where comedian Marcello Hernández opened the ESPYS. The "Saturday Night Live" star wasted little time taking a few jabs at Jake Paul, Tiger Woods and other sports figures. ESPN'S JOHN BUCCIGROSS NAMES HIS MOUNT RUSHMORE OF ALL-TIME SPORTSCENTER ANCHORS "Mike Tyson ripped my watch off. Welcome to the ESPYS!" Hernández joked after making a boxing-style entrance in a robe with Tyson as part of his entourage. "I must say, it's an honor to be here among so many great athletes, and Jake Paul," Hernández began in his roughly 10-minute monologue. Paul appeared to take the joke in stride, laughing and applauding as cameras cut to him in the crowd. Hernández then stayed on the YouTube star-turned-boxer, needling him over his history of fighting older opponents. "Jake, that's just a joke. Don't fight me," Hernández continued. "My dad and my stepdad are both here. They're over 50, and I know that's how you like them. So, fight them instead." Paul kept laughing as Hernández’s bit played out, eventually closing with the comedian shifting attention to his father and stepfather, who were shown in the audience. Hernández later used Caleb Williams’ "Madden 27" cover as a lead into Woods. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I want to congratulate Caleb Williams, the quarterback for the Chicago Bears, who will be on the cover of the new Madden video game. Congratulations to Caleb," Hernández said, before adding, "And Tiger Woods will be on the cover of Grand Theft Auto." Woods was arrested in Florida in March on charges of DUI after a car crash. The arrest report said a deputy found pain pills in his pocket and observed signs of impairment at the scene. Woods later announced he would take time away from golf to seek treatment. Hernández also worked North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick into the monologue, using the 74-year-old’s relationship with Jordon Hudson as part of a joke about the New York Knicks’ title drought. "The Knicks won their first championship since 1973. And to put into perceptive how long ago that was, in 1973 hockey players didn't wear helmets, basketball had no three point line. And in 1973, Bill Belichick was the age his girlfriend is now." The Knicks later took home the ESPY for Best Team. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby and other members of the 2025-26 Knicks championship team took the stage to accept the award, but Josh Hart was noticeably absent. Brunson drew laughs when he joked, "I want to say thank you to the ESPYS for pulling Josh Hart’s invite." Earlier in the night Brunson also received the "Best Championship Performance" award. Former NBA player Jason Collins, who died in May at age 47 following a battle with Stage 4 glioblastoma, posthumously received the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage. Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott received the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance, while Scott Ruskan was honored with the Pat Tillman Award for Service. The ESPYS are held every summer, bringing together top athletes and other stars to celebrate the best moments from the past year in sports while honoring figures recognized for courage, service and impact. In past years, the ceremony has been held in Los Angeles, but shifted to New York this year. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports  coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports  Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5859c0a12eaf174af7e379 Applied Computing wants to give oil and gas operators an AI model for the entire plant te 2026-07-16T04:10:40.389Z Applied Computing wants to give oil and gas operators an AI model for the entire plant Applied Computing has raised a $20M Series A to build a foundation AI model for the oil, gas and petrochemical industry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5859aca12eaf174af7e370 Lululemon backs nylon recycling startup Syntetica in $30M Series A te 2026-07-16T04:10:20.436Z Lululemon backs nylon recycling startup Syntetica in $30M Series A Syntetica, a French startup that has developed a novel approach to recycling nylon, has already obtained big-name partners and investors. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5852d0a12eaf174af7e213 Arizona Wildcats basketball pipeline impresses at NBA Summer League in Vegas te 2026-07-16T03:41:04.552Z Arizona Wildcats basketball pipeline impresses at NBA Summer League in Vegas San Antonio Spurs forward and University of Arizona alumnus Carter Bryant is looking to build off a rookie season in which he scored 4.2 points and grabbed 2.5 rebounds per game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a584717a12eaf174af7df51 Louisiana man accused of killing deputy US marshal faces possible death penalty te 2026-07-16T02:51:03.687Z Louisiana man accused of killing deputy US marshal faces possible death penalty A Louisiana man has been charged with murder after allegedly killing a deputy U.S. marshal who was shot while serving an arrest warrant, federal officials announced Tuesday. Multiple law enforcement officers were attempting to serve an arrest warrant related to a prior sexual battery charge when Clarence A. Frazier Jr., 48, of Alexandria, allegedly barricaded himself inside his home and opened fire, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Louisiana. Frazier is charged with the murder of a federal officer and faces a maximum sentence of life in prison or the death penalty if convicted. SUSPECT ALLEGEDLY GUNS DOWN DEPUTY IN AMBUSH DURING ROUTINE CALL THAT ROCKED QUIET TOWN, POLICE SAY Authorities identified the slain deputy U.S. marshal as Drew Hanson, whom officials described as a devoted husband, father and son. "Tragically, the defendant's alleged actions claimed the life of a dedicated law enforcement officer who was simply doing his duty," Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said in a statement. "The alleged perpetrator is now in custody and will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law." According to officials, the shooting occurred July 13, after members of the U.S. Marshals Service and the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office located Frazier at his residence and obtained a search warrant for the property. HOMELAND SECURITY OFFICIAL'S KILLING LEAVES AGENCY 'DEVASTATED' AS VETTING BREAKDOWN EXPOSED According to the federal criminal complaint, Frazier had failed to appear in state court to face trial on a charge of sexual battery of a person with infirmities. After announcing their presence, law enforcement officers forced entry into the home, authorities said. Frazier allegedly barricaded himself inside a bedroom and opened fire on the officers, striking Hanson. Following a standoff inside the bedroom, Frazier was taken into custody. Hanson later died from the gunshot wounds he sustained during the exchange of gunfire. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a583dcea12eaf174af7dd5f Caitlin Clark drops F-bombs at official while arguing Fever weren't getting the same whistle as Valkyries te 2026-07-16T02:11:26.724Z Caitlin Clark drops F-bombs at official while arguing Fever weren't getting the same whistle as Valkyries Caitlin Clark has seen enough... The Fever star got in an official's face during Wednesday night's home game against the Golden State Valkyries after a no-call appeared to send her over the edge. On the trip down the floor before the confrontation, Clark drove to the basket and appeared to be shoved by Golden State veteran Kiah Stokes while attempting a layup. No foul was called. CAITLIN CLARK BREAKS WNBA ASSISTS RECORD TO A CHORUS OF BOOS AS VALKYRIES SPOIL THE MILESTONE Moments later, with 4:20 remaining in the second quarter, officials whistled a foul on an Indiana teammate. Clark immediately turned toward the referee, yelling from close range and dropping some F-bombs to argue that the Fever weren’t getting the same whistle at the other end. Despite the heated exchange, Clark was not assessed a technical foul. SARAH SPAIN IS ANGRY AND BITTER THAT CHRISTINE BRENNAN WOULD DARE DEFEND CAITLIN CLARK The rough first half extended beyond the officiating. Clark went into halftime with just two points on 1-of-5 shooting, along with two rebounds and two assists. Before tipoff, Clark acknowledged she would be on a minutes restriction as she continues working her way back from injury under coach Stephanie White's plan. She later headed to the locker room after appearing to limp during the second quarter but returned to the bench before halftime to support her teammates. "Caitlin Clark should've stayed in the locker room. I'm so tired of her," one critic wrote on X. Another added, "Watching Caitlin Clark play is like watching a toddler have a tantrum." During the pregame media session, Clark was asked about handling the constant attention surrounding her. "There's gonna be people that love you, there's gonna be people that hate you. It probably means you're doing something right. None of that really affects me," Clark said. "You know, not every one of you is gonna like me, and I understand that, and you know, that's okay. ... You gotta have thick skin to be in a position like this, and I think I have that too." She added, "I love you guys, but at the end of the day, if you don't like me, my life's still gonna go on." Clark returned to the starting lineup to begin the second half. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a583dbba12eaf174af7dd56 Trump says Iran released American woman held since 2024 in 'gesture of goodwill' te 2026-07-16T02:11:07.276Z Trump says Iran released American woman held since 2024 in 'gesture of goodwill' President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Iran has released an American woman who he said was "wrongfully detained" in the country for the past year and a half. She was identified as Iranian-American citizen Dena Karari by her attorney Jared Genser, who confirmed her release to Fox News. She was reportedly accused of espionage over her work with an American nonprofit helping impoverished children. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the woman was detained in December 2024, during the Biden administration and was recently allowed to leave Iran.  "Iran has allowed an American Citizen, who was wrongfully detained in December of 2024 under the ‘presidency’ of Sleepy Joe Biden, to leave the Country," Trump wrote. TRUMP REVIVES HIS DECADES-OLD IRAN WARNING AS US RAMPS UP MILITARY PRESSURE: 'REMARKABLY CONSISTENT' Karari is reportedly now safely outside Iran and in good condition following her release, according to Trump. Her release marks the first time an American has been freed from Iranian custody since 2023, and represents a notable development amid ongoing military confrontations between Washington and Tehran. Following her release, Trump thanked Iran for what he described as a "gesture of goodwill." "The United States of America appreciates this gesture of Goodwill by Iran!" he wrote. TRUMP SAYS IRAN CEASEFIRE IS 'OVER' AFTER IRANIAN ATTACKS TRIGGER MASSIVE US RESPONSE Gesner released a statement shortly after Trump’s announcement, saying she had been "trapped in Iran on bogus charges of collaboration with a hostile state and espionage" but is now on her way back to the United States. According to Genser, Karari was targeted after Iranian authorities linked her to the Children of Mehr Foundation, a U.S.-registered nonprofit that provides books, literacy programs and other humanitarian assistance to impoverished children in rural Iran. Under the regime, affiliations with U.S.-based organizations operating inside Iran are often viewed with heightened suspicion and can lead to accusations of security-related offenses. Genser clarified that Karari was never formally imprisoned but was effectively held in Iran through a "coercive exit ban." She was reportedly interrogated dozens of times by Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) and "suffered enormous physical and psychological hardship." "We urge Iran to drop all the remaining charges against those who worked locally in support of the Children of Mehr Foundation, who are innocent and committed no crimes," Genser said. "And I personally call on Iran to release both all wrongly imprisoned Americans and those subjected to coercive exit bans and all Iranian political prisoners." PENCE COMMENDS TRUMP FOR WINNING FREEDOM OF BEIJING'S ZION CHURCH PASTOR EZRA JIN FROM CHINESE DETENTION Sources previously told Fox News Digital in January 2026 that Iran may have been holding more than eight American citizens and residents in custody, exceeding publicly available data that listed five American hostages in Iran. Two of the current hostages include Kamran Hekmati, a 61-year-old Jewish man held since May 2025, and Reza Valizadeh, a 49-year-old journalist and dual Iranian-American national held since March 2024. A U.S. State Department official previously told Fox News Digital that "President Trump is working to secure the release of detained Americans around the world." "The Iranian regime has a long history of unjustly and wrongfully detaining other countries’ citizens as hostages for use as political leverage. Iran should release these individuals immediately," the official said. US HOSTAGES IN IRAN FACE HEIGHTENED RISK AS PROTESTS SPREAD, EXPERTS SAY NUMBER HELD MAY EXCEED ESTIMATES According to United Against Nuclear Iran, Tehran detains foreign nationals on vague charges and uses them as "bargaining chips" to extract concessions from other countries, such as securing the release of frozen financial assets locked up by international sanctions. Iran has frequently targeted individuals who hold both American and Iranian citizenship, as Tehran does not recognize dual nationality and often treats dual citizens solely as Iranian nationals, limiting their access to U.S. consular assistance, United Against Nuclear Iran said. During the most recent major prisoner exchange in September 2023, the U.S. secured the release of five Americans who had been detained in Iran for years. In exchange, the U.S. approved the transfer of $6 billion in frozen funds. Fox News' Benjamin Weinthal contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5836c4a12eaf174af7d76a Vance warns there will be a 'socialist president in this country' if GOP doesn't fix economy for young people te 2026-07-16T01:41:24.356Z Vance warns there will be a 'socialist president in this country' if GOP doesn't fix economy for young people Vice President JD Vance warned during a Wednesday interview that if Republicans don’t fix the economic missteps of recent decades, young people will elect a socialist president. Podcaster Joe Rogan revealed during his interview with Vance on "The Joe Rogan Experience" that the rise of democratic socialists in politics has left him shaken, declaring, "Those f---ing people scare me." Vance replied by noting that in his book "Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith," he laid out the historic norms of a Christian idea of a political economy that has been lost in recent American politics, one which was the norm throughout most of western history and avoids the pitfalls of totally free markets and socialism. MORNING GLORY: THE VP’S NEW BOOK 'COMMUNION' IS NOT WHAT THE BELTWAY EXPECTED Vance suggested that even if he detests socialism, conservatives should try to understand why young people are drawn to it.  He proceeded to call out how the U.S. in recent decades has "run the experiment where we just try to do everything with low-wage foreigners, whether they're in the United States via illegal immigration or whether they're outside the United States via offshoring and outsourcing. And what it has led to is, I think, a society where socialism is a bit on the rise." "We were left in quite a hole by 40 years of bad policy," Vance said of his work to undo those underlying issues, arguing that the economic crisis of today cannot just be blamed on the previous Democratic administration.  "This is 40 years of failed bipartisan leadership which has created, really, a kind of shell corporation out of the United States of America. We don't make enough of our own stuff. We don't have enough self-reliance. Our workers don't have enough bargaining power. That has led, in a lot of ways, to this kind of socialism fervor. And we have to keep fixing these problems." "Again, I think that we're going in the right direction. Maybe people disagree, but it's going to take years to fix this problem. And if we don't, we are going to end up with a socialist president in this country," he warned. He argued that under President Donald Trump such issues have at least started to reverse. "This idea that nobody should own anything, we should all become renters, whereas what we're trying to do is lower interest rates. You actually have seen housing costs stabilize in the country over the last year and a half, frankly because of immigration," he added further. "We had way too many people going after way too many homes. You close the border. This is one of the reasons why rent and housing costs have stabilized a little bit." 'AMERICAN HOUSES ARE FOR AMERICAN PEOPLE': TRUMP HOUSING CHIEF INSISTS IMMIGRATION CRACKDOWN WILL LOWER COSTS "So I think that unless you go down that pathway of allowing young Americans to own something, socialism is the inevitable outcome," he said, noting that while many Republicans can recognize that socialism is bad, they fail to understand what circumstances drove young people toward it. Vance recalled a Thanksgiving conversation with friends that underscored the problem, where an engineer revealed he couldn't afford a home in a safe area. Another friend said his childhood San Diego neighborhood that was once filled with military families is now out of reach even for Marine officers. "We ran the experiment of offshoring all of our industrial jobs, of becoming a services and finance economy and allowing Wall Street to come in and buy every asset of modern life and turn it into an investable, 'line goes up' asset," he warned. "And what has that done? It's created a generation of kids who kind of are attracted to socialism. We have to fix that problem." Vance argued that ironically, the democratic socialists play into the hands of big business when they push for open borders. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "One of the reasons why I'm such an immigration hawk is because it is really important not to flood the country with low-wage immigrants," he said. "This is why I think the DSA types are a little full of s--- when they talk about helping normal people," Vance added, arguing workers have more negotiating power when immigration is restricted. "Corporations care way more about open borders than they do about any other policy the DSA cares about. So while these people say that they're trying to fight for workers, and they're trying to fight for the working man, the actual end result of DSA policy is to flood the country with low-wage immigrants, which will destroy the middle class in this country," he argued. "In fact, we have run this experiment for decades now, and we have a much weaker middle class than we did before it started," Vance said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5836b0a12eaf174af7d761 Joe Flacco went off on Shedeur Sanders for wearing a helmet visor last season: 'You look like an idiot' te 2026-07-16T01:41:04.906Z Joe Flacco went off on Shedeur Sanders for wearing a helmet visor last season: 'You look like an idiot' Somehow, the 2026 NFL season is rapidly approaching, and equally stunning is the fact that it will once again feature Joe Flacco. The 41-year-old is with the Cincinnati Bengals organization after a midseason trade in 2025, but spent training camp and the first part of the season with the Cleveland Browns. That Browns quarterback room was, without question, the most interesting one in football. Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and then the two rookies, Dillon Gabriel and, of course, Shedeur Sanders. Flacco's role with the team was obvious: help the two rookies grow and develop as they learned the ins and outs of playing quarterback at the highest level. NFL COACHES AND EXECUTIVES SAY PATRICK MAHOMES IS NO LONGER THE BEST QUARTERBACK IN THE NFL Both Sanders and Gabriel likely expected Flacco to help them read defenses, recognize blitzes and coverages, navigate a complex playbook, or learn the best ways to recover at the NFL level. But it's doubtful Sanders expected the lesson Flacco wound up giving him on... helmet visors. In a new episode of Netflix's "Quarterback" show, Flacco absolutely went off on Sanders for his choice to wear a helmet visor in practice. Sanders and Gabriel were first adamant that they're practical choices, then asked why they're not useful since they function as an "eye shield." "Yeah, but if you wear a visor, it's for looks," Flacco said. "You think you look sweet. It's that era. I don't want my kids to wear visors either. They all want visors. I'm like, 'Guys, they're just annoying. They're gonna fog up.' "They f***** suck, dude. It's all about look. When I was a kid I wanted a visor too, and then I'm like, 'The visors suck. They don't make sense.'" He wasn't done there. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I would let them wear it, but I would tell them, 'You're a quarterback, bro, you're f****** wearing a visor? You look like a f***** idiot,'" he added. "If you're a quarterback, you can tell (when) you're trying to look too sweet." Hey, who's going to argue with someone who's been in the NFL since 2008? Well, Sanders, apparently, because he was still wearing one in minicamp ahead of this season. Though this time it was more clear than the mirror-like finish from last season. The Browns and Sanders open their preseason schedule on August 15 against the Bears, before starting the regular season on the road against the Jaguars on September 13. For Flacco and the Bengals, they have the Lions in their preseason opener, before hosting Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, also on September 13. One thing's for certain, Flacco won't be wearing a visor in that game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58347ea12eaf174af7d522 Arizona Wildcats basketball pipeline impresses at NBA Summer League in Vegas te 2026-07-16T01:31:42.524Z Arizona Wildcats basketball pipeline impresses at NBA Summer League in Vegas “We definitely respect the program there and the players that come through there,” Spurs Summer League coach Corliss Williamson said. “The guys that we have now are definitely a reflection of that.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58346aa12eaf174af7d519 Suns double down after overachieving season, commit to depth, youth, culture te 2026-07-16T01:31:22.560Z Suns double down after overachieving season, commit to depth, youth, culture LAS VEGAS – Following a year in which the Suns outperformed their preseason win total projection by 15 games, owner Mat Ishbia vowed that the 2025-26 season marked the first of a new era for the organization. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58342da12eaf174af7d508 What I learned from touring Maricopa County’s election center te 2026-07-16T01:30:21.640Z What I learned from touring Maricopa County’s election center Eric Luoma Early voting has begun across Arizona, and with the arrival of ballots comes questions about how our elections work and the safeguards in place. I recently toured the Maricopa County Tabulation & Elections Center (MCTEC), the facility where machinery is stored and ballots are collected and counted. We learned about the multiple layers of security procedures in place to safeguard the vote, heard how election workers are trained in signature verification for mail-in ballots, and had a direct Q&A session with the county Elections Director. No question was off-limits. There’s so much misinformation about Arizona elections. Many voters may not be aware: Arizona requires every voter to provide valid ID when registering to vote, and to prove their identity at the polls Our state utilizes paper ballots and conducts post-election recounts and audits for accuracy No tabulation machine is ever connected to the Internet Multiple live video feeds from MCTEC are available to the public, allowing viewers to see what’s happening behind-the-scenes Poll workers and ballot-processing observers come from across the political spectrum, including Republicans, Democrats, independents and more Cameras are rolling. Oversight mechanisms are engaged. And representatives of the political parties are watching closely. I toured MCTEC as part of a local group – Pillars of the Community – that has community members from all political perspectives and walks of life, including businesspeople like me. When there isn’t an election underway, the Maricopa County Elections Department hosts regular tours of MCTEC so anyone can see for themselves how the system works and what protections are in place to ensure honest, accurate results. I did that, and I encourage you to do the same. The current dispute about election responsibilities between the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and the County Recorder has generated headlines and, understandably, public concern. That dispute is real and its resolution matters. But this issue should not be confused with the integrity of the election itself. Regardless of how the disagreement is resolved, Arizona elections go on. The professionals of the Elections Department and Recorder’s Office, and the dedicated poll workers who staff vote centers, are doing their jobs. A multitude of protections are in place to safeguard the vote. Early voting has begun. Your vote is being protected. Go cast it with confidence. Eric Luoma is a member of Pillars of the Community, a bipartisan group that seeks to learn about and educate the public regarding election procedures. Eric owns Cactus Flower Florists. The post What I learned from touring Maricopa County’s election center first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582fcfa12eaf174af7d414 Maher skewers wealthy celebs who preached 'we're all in it together' during COVID as Americans struggled te 2026-07-16T01:11:43.011Z Maher skewers wealthy celebs who preached 'we're all in it together' during COVID as Americans struggled Talk show host Bill Maher blasted celebrities as being comically out of touch during the COVID-19 pandemic on Monday, even as they said they were struggling alongside everyday Americans. On his "Club Random" podcast, Maher talked with his guest, media mogul Byron Allen, about how much they both prefer living in houses rather than even the nicest apartment buildings, where they would have to share walls with other people. "I don't want to speak for all New Yorkers, but they definitely started to agree with us when COVID hit," Allen said, noting that many New Yorkers fled the city during the pandemic for places like Aspen or the Hamptons. Maher said it was a perfect example of how wealthy liberal rhetoric during the pandemic did not match their actual behavior. JEFF FOXWORTHY SAYS HOLLYWOOD HAS NOT UNDERSTOOD REGULAR AMERICANS IN A ‘LONG, LONG TIME’ "You know, that's one of my big bugaboos about COVID, and the people who attack me about COVID, is that the bulls--- of, every time I turned on the TV, it was some version of, ‘We're all in it together,’" he recalled. "No we're not, you f---ing a--holes, you f---ing posers." Maher added that during that time period, "Half of us are getting food delivered by the other half. And you're the half that's sitting home in your pajamas talking about how much we're all in it together." "No, you're going out to the Hamptons. I know you're putting out Instagram political messages about it, and that's awesome," he joked sarcastically. Maher, despite being a left-leaning celebrity himself, has spoken out numerous times about how his fellow liberal celebrities simply cannot connect to the struggles of everyday people and come across as tone-deaf when they try to do so. BILLY BOB THORNTON PUSHES BACK ON CELEBRITY ACTIVISM: ‘I DON'T KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT POLITICS’ He went on to argue that such celebrities are actually insulated from the issues of regular people and suggested, "If we're really all in it together, I got an idea. How about we take turns about who's working for Grubhub? You know, if we're really all in it together, maybe that should be something that has to get passed around. So, some of us are delivering some of the time instead of some of us delivering all of the time and some of us in our pajamas all the time." One moment from the pandemic that seemed to illustrate that disconnect was when several celebrities, such as Gal Gadot, Will Ferrell, Mark Ruffalo, Pedro Pascal and Natalie Portman, sang John Lennon’s "Imagine."  While the song is widely known for imagining a utopian global "brotherhood of man" with no religion or countries, the lyrics "Imagine there's no heaven" and "Imagine no possessions" were seen as particularly tone-deaf sentiments from the wealthy celebrities, as millions of people were losing loved ones and livelihoods in a global pandemic. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Years later, Gadot commented that, in retrospect, the video was "in poor taste." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582fbba12eaf174af7d40b Tim Walz offers strange defense for pardoning convicted child rapist Trump admin deported te 2026-07-16T01:11:23.554Z Tim Walz offers strange defense for pardoning convicted child rapist Trump admin deported Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz publicly defended his vote to pardon  a Laotian national who had been under a final removal order after losing legal status following a child-sex-crime conviction convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a 10-year-old girl after the Trump administration deported him to Laos last week. Tou Lue Vang, 42, received a pardon from Minnesota's Board of Pardons on June 10. Last Friday, the Trump administration announced that Vang's legal status had been revoked and that he had been deported to his home country of Laos. Asked about the deportation, Walz questioned what the move accomplished. EXPOSED DOCS REVEAL WHY TIM WALZ BOARD AWARDED REPEAT CHILD RAPIST PARDON: ‘NO FUTURE’ "Did that make us any safer?" Walz said Tuesday, according to KTTC. "Did that make the children that are left behind any more stable?" "Did it improve the idea that we can’t all be judged by our worst day?" he added. "And I want to be very clear," Walz continued. "These are horrific crimes. They often are." ALLEGED CUBAN INFLUENCE OPERATIVE, FAMILY IN FEDERAL CUSTODY AFTER RUBIO REVOKES LEGAL STATUS Walz also said Vang's pardon was not about immigration policy, noting that the Board of Pardons had denied clemency to other applicants facing immigration-related consequences. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Vang's deportation Friday, telling Fox News Digital: "Americans should never have to live in fear that foreign sex predators — shielded from deportation by their own elected officials — could endanger them or their children." "That's why I terminated his legal status in the United States," Rubio continued. "Vang has now been removed from our country and will never pose a threat to any American ever again." ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT SOCCER COACH WHO USED ALCOHOL AND DRUGS TO SEXUALLY ABUSE KIDS LEARNS FATE Fox News Digital previously reported that Vang admitted to repeatedly sexually assaulting a girl over a period of several years beginning when she was 10 years old. Vang entered the United States through California in 1994 and was granted legal status during the Clinton administration. Between 2002 and 2004, he repeatedly sexually assaulted the victim in St. Paul, Minnesota. The first assault occurred when she was in the fourth grade. After his conviction, federal officials said Vang lost legal status and was placed under a final removal order. The Minnesota Clemency Review Commission recommended a pardon for Vang. The Board of Pardons — made up of Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison and Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson — later granted the pardon. The pardon drew criticism from federal immigration officials and Republican lawmakers. Walz defended the decision by citing the victim’s support for Vang’s pardon, among other factors, according to KSTP. A spokesperson for Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison’s office told MPR News that the pardon did not protect Vang from deportation. At the time, Homeland Security Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis criticized the decision. "Governor Tim Walz's decision to pardon an illegal alien convicted child rapist so he can remain in our country is disgusting," Bis said. "These are the criminal illegal aliens he and his Minnesota sanctuary politicians are protecting," she added. Fox News Digital has reached out to Walz's office for additional comment. Fox News Digital's Peter Pinedo contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582f7ea12eaf174af7d3e6 Arizona civil rights board quietly shuttered after 61 years te 2026-07-16T01:10:22.636Z Arizona civil rights board quietly shuttered after 61 years Key Points: The Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board was dissolved on July 1 A bipartisan extension bill died in the Senate despite clearing the House Attorney General Kris Mayes will continue the board’s work informally On July 1, the Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board was quietly shuttered, more than six decades after the Legislature established it to track civil rights in the Grand Canyon State.  The Republican-controlled Legislature failed to send a bill to Gov. Katie Hobbs’ desk during the legislative session extending the board’s statutory life, effectively killing it.  The abrupt end of a decades-old, oft-forgotten advisory board was largely overshadowed by the larger political battles of the 2026 session. But Attorney General Kris Mayes vowed on July 2 to continue the board as an informal council within her office. “This work is too important to let it go unfinished,” Mayes said in a statement. “For nearly 60 years, Arizonans with different political beliefs and from different backgrounds have volunteered to work collaboratively with their government on civil rights — and my office is committed to making sure that legacy continues, regardless of the decision made by the Legislature this year.” The board was created in 1965 as the Arizona Civil Rights Commission, before being renamed and restructured as an advisory board in 1972 when the Legislature turned the commission into a civil rights division in the Attorney General’s office.  Its original purpose was to investigate civil rights complaints. But since the 1970s, the board has served as the public outreach and research arm of the civil rights division.  Some question the Legislature’s decision.  “The message it sends out is that the input from the community on civil rights is not important,” said Enrique Davis-Mazlum, a board member and state director for the Latino civil rights advocacy group Unidos US.  According to a fiscal year 2027 budget request from Mayes’ office,  the number of civil rights cases assigned to investigators doubled between 2020 and 2025.  The board, commonly referred to as ACRAB, does not investigate those complaints. Rather, it helps the civil rights division conduct outreach and research civil rights violations related to race, gender, sexuality, disability and related issues.  When the board came to the Legislature for its regularly scheduled sunset review this session, Republican lawmakers pushed behind the scenes to repeal it, according to Rep. Stacey Travers, D-Phoenix, and the governor’s office.  But doing so would have jeopardized the civil rights division, which enforces civil rights laws and arbitrates disputes, as the two were inextricably linked in state statute.  “It was one of the few statutes that had a division actually contingent on the board, and there were some concerns that we would lose some federal funding if the division no longer continued to exist,” said Rep. Stacey Travers, D-Phoenix, who sponsored a bill to extend the board’s statutory life.  Travers worked with Republican colleagues in the House to craft an amendment to her bill that bifurcated ACRAB and the civil rights division, ensuring the division would continue to exist even if the board did not.  Her bill would have allowed ACRAB to continue its work for four more years. But it was never granted a hearing in the Senate, despite clearing the House with bipartisan support.  Travers said she heard Senate leadership had asked House leadership not to send the bill over, but never got an explanation as to why the bill was never heard.  “I don’t know why the Arizona State Senate and the President of the Senate would want to slow-walk it in the House and why he wouldn’t hear it in the Senate,” Travers said.  Senate President Warren Petersen, who is currently seeking the Republican nomination for attorney general, did not respond to a request for comment on the bill. Two spokespeople for Senate Republicans and House Republicans did not respond to a request for comment. The budget package passed by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Katie Hobbs, who appoints ACRAB members, ultimately preserved the civil rights division. Eliminating the board did not save the state any money, as its eight members are unpaid and its executive director also serves as the division’s chief counsel.  Hobbs did not have many answers as to why the board no longer formally exists, blaming it on Republican lawmakers’ dissatisfaction with Mayes.  “We’ve seen a lot of attacks on civil rights and political attacks on the attorney general’s office, given people in the Legislature’s political ambitions, and that is just very unfortunate because Arizonans are who get caught up in the aftermath,” Hobbs said at a press conference on July 10. The Legislature has set its sights on Mayes’ office this year, pushing three bills aimed at undermining her use of public nuisance litigation and consumer fraud actions. Lawmakers also attempted to attach a provision to a Department of Public Safety appropriations bill that would have allowed the department to retain outside counsel rather than rely on Mayes’ office for legal matters. Republicans in the Legislature have also attempted to indiscriminately eliminate state boards and commissions in the wake of President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency initiatives. Davis-Mazlum said lawmakers did not reach out to ACRAB members to better understand their work before shutting it down. “When you feel that something is not working, the best thing to do is invite those that are working directly on it to try to identify what work is being done and what things could be changed to make things better,” Davis-Mazlum said. “It’s more work, and you have to actually think of how to do things better. … The easy way out is to say ‘let’s get rid of it.’” Before ACRAB ceased to exist on July 1, Davis-Mazlum said the board and other community members were organizing a town hall on housing discrimination in Arizona, with the hope of presenting any findings to the Legislature to help guide policymaking decisions. “The work will continue,” Davis-Mazlum said. “Those of us that were part of the board, we all work in different fields and are very passionate about civil rights, so our input is still going to be there.” Mayes’ office has not informed current board members whether they will be kept on as part of her new Community Civil Rights Advisory Council. Davis-Mazlum said she has an opportunity to use the council more effectively as a sounding board for the civil rights division because it will not be subject to open-meeting laws as ACRAB was.  “It’s an opportunity for the AG to actually build a council that could be meeting with her team like once a month to discuss the different issues that affect civil rights,” Davis-Mazlum said. “Without having also the rules of open meeting laws, it’s going to give [them] an opportunity to talk more freely and not wait for a formal meeting to discuss it.”  Eventually, though, he hopes the board will regain its statutory authority and that lawmakers will come to the table to discuss how it can effectively serve Arizonans. “Hopefully they revisit this in the next session and work bipartisanly to have something better that works for everyone,” Davis-Mazlum said. The post Arizona civil rights board quietly shuttered after 61 years first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582b1ea12eaf174af7d190 Scene pkg July 15 te 2026-07-16T00:51:42.278Z Scene pkg July 15 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582b0aa12eaf174af7d187 Scene pkg July 15 NDS te 2026-07-16T00:51:22.315Z Scene pkg July 15 NDS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582acca12eaf174af7d153 Trump Says He’ll Seek to Replace Immigrant Truck Drivers With Veterans te 2026-07-16T00:50:20.360Z Trump Says He’ll Seek to Replace Immigrant Truck Drivers With Veterans The president has pushed to curtail the commercial licenses of immigrants, including legal residents, whom he has blamed for crashes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a582670a12eaf174af7d09e Nevada Lt Gov: Elon Musk could make space tourism state's next big industry te 2026-07-16T00:31:44.707Z Nevada Lt Gov: Elon Musk could make space tourism state's next big industry Nevada Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony has an unusual plan to rev up the Silver State's entertainment business: space tourism; and with Elon Musk having significant business interests in the state, he won't have to look far to find the man to do it. Anthony's background has been anything but boring: he had a nearly three-decade career in law enforcement, was a regent in the state's higher education system, and served as a longtime Las Vegas city councilman.  He ran a spirited campaign for mayor of Las Vegas, and since 2022 has served alongside Governor Joe Lombardo, leading the Silver State. The Lombardo/Anthony ticket was the only one in America in which Republicans defeated an incumbent Democratic governor and lieutenant governor. Recently, Anthony sat down with Fox News Digital at FreedomFest in Las Vegas to discuss his career, the Nevada economy, and electoral prospects in 2026, in what is shaping up to be one of the tightest gubernatorial races in the country. JOE LOMBARDO CRUISES PAST SIX GOP CHALLENGERS TO SECURE NEVADA REPUBLICAN GUBERNATORIAL NOMINATION Anthony promotes the state as a mecca for the entertainment business, touting a light regulatory touch and a thriving climate for entrepreneurship. He's particularly bullish on professional sports, and the nascent space tourism industry. "If you look at 10 years ago, we didn't have one major sporting activity here in Nevada. They actually would not come here because they thought there would be illegal gambling and corruption and bribery and so on and so forth. In 10 years, we've become the sports capital of the world. Baseball is coming. We have hockey. We have football. We're going to have basketball coming. F1. NASCAR, we have women's basketball on and on and that just kind of cropped up. "The thing about Las Vegas is anything can happen here, so it's really not up to me as a lieutenant governor to decide what's the next big thing in tourism. It's the tourist industry that has to decide what's the next big thing.  REPUBLICAN GOVERNOR TARGETED BY DEMOCRATS LAUNCHES RE-ELECTION BID IN KEY BATTLEGROUND "One thing that is of interest is space tourism. I think that might be a future here in Nevada because we have a lot of open land where… somebody like Elon Musk can shoot rockets up into outer space, hang out up there for a while, have some drinks. Hang out with friends. "What an experience that would be to see the Earth from up there and actually make it a tourist kind of an adventure. So those are the kind of things that we're constantly thinking about, but it's the private sector that needs to do it, and I am very much in favor of allowing our entrepreneurs to come up with the next best thing and to support them." Anthony credits his lengthy career with Las Vegas Metro Police for giving him the problem-solving foundation to launch a successful political career: "You know, most people think of the policing that they see on television. High-speed pursuits, gunfights, bar fights, chasing people down dark alleys, and arresting serious criminals. And that is a big part of policing. But really, 90% of police work is really solving problems. Going into neighborhoods, finding out what are the issues in those neighborhoods, helping those neighbors solve issues to make their quality of life a lot better. "I've learned that that's really what I should be doing as an elected official. My job is to go out there and talk to people and find out what the state can do, what a county could do, what a city could do to make their lives better: helping folks live the American dream and not causing problems like higher taxes, higher regulations, getting in their way, those sorts of things. So that's really what I learned about police work." President Trump has endorsed the Lombardo/Anthony ticket, and he believes that the new no tax on tips policy will prove to be a major electoral boost come November. "Well, President Trump has endorsed the governor. President Trump has endorsed me. He was just here a couple of months ago to talk about his no taxes on tips, which was a huge thing here in Nevada." TRUMP ENDORSES NEIGHBORING STATE LIEUTENANT GOVERNORS FOR RE-ELECTION "I think President Trump will be here. He's welcome anytime to come to the great state of Nevada and talk to folks in Nevada. When he was campaigning, he would have events with 5,000 or 6,000 people attending. So we have a good relationship with him. We want to have a relationship with him, and I believe he'll be here to talk about some of the great things his administration is doing, not only in the country, but how it's impacting Nevada in a positive way." Finally, Anthony notes that his political philosophy is heavily shaped by his immigrant parents from Cyprus who instilled the values of hard work, self-reliance, and fiscal responsibility. "When they came to the United States, and they didn't have anything, all they could do was find a job and get married and raise a family… number one: you work hard.  "Number two: you don't ask the government for anything. You want them to protect you, you want to have roads. But you don't ask them for welfare, you don't ask them for unemployment checks, you don't ask them for food stamps. So that's not something that they thought the government would do. "Their responsibility was to work hard, raise a family, buy a home and live the American dream. That taught me a lot. And that's really how I've continued my public service. I am here to support Nevadans in ways that they want support, but I'm not here to carry them. They need to carry themselves, and I think they understand that." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58265ca12eaf174af7d08a After the Hacienda Healthcare rape, Arizona built a group home watchdog. Now it’s being defunded. te 2026-07-16T00:31:24.739Z After the Hacienda Healthcare rape, Arizona built a group home watchdog. Now it’s being defunded. (Photo via iStock/Getty Images Plus) An independent oversight program created in response to a horrific rape, meant to protect some of Arizona’s most vulnerable people, will cease at the end of this year unless it finds a new funding source, a casualty of Arizona’s newest bipartisan state budget.  In 2018, a 29-year-old woman who had developmental disabilities and could not walk or talk gave birth in her bed at Hacienda Healthcare, a residential care facility in Phoenix. Her caregivers had no idea she was pregnant.  The woman was raped by nurse Nathan Sutherland, who later pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a disabled person and abusing a vulnerable adult, after investigators found that his DNA matched the baby’s. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison. In response to outrage over the crime, then-Gov. Doug Ducey, a Republican, created a task force to recommend ways to increase protections for people served by the state’s Division of Developmental Disabilities who live in facilities and group homes. GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE One of the task force’s recommendations was the creation of the Compliance, Oversight, Monitoring, and Investigations Team, operated by the advocacy organization Disability Rights Arizona.  Created as a pilot program in 2022, COMIT provides independent oversight of group homes that care for people who have both developmental disabilities and mental illnesses.  The Republicans who control the Arizona Legislature and Arizona’s Democratic governor chose last year to make COMIT a permanent program. This year, without explanation, they all agreed to completely defund it.  Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen, Arizona House of Representative Speaker Steve Montenegro and Gov. Katie Hobbs all declined to speak to the Arizona Mirror about why COMIT was put on the chopping block.  COMIT’s $1.2 million annual budget is a tiny fraction of the $18.3 billion state budget passed in June, which included cuts to many state departments and programs to pay for the $1.4 billion in Trump tax cuts that both Republicans and Hobbs celebrated.  During a June 10 Joint Appropriations Committee hearing, Amber Brown, whose 22-year-old son has severe autism, warned lawmakers of the consequences of decreased oversight.  She said that her son became aggressive after being assaulted by school paraprofessionals when he was 12 years old. He endured more neglect and abuse in state-run group homes after that, Brown said.  “Here’s what nobody in this building wants to say out loud: Vulnerable people attract predators,” she said. “And when you strip away oversight, you’re not cutting a line item. You’re leaving the door open.” Brown called the decision “penny-wise and pound-foolish” and said it would end with the state spending much more on crisis control when another crime like the one at Hacienda Healthcare happens again.  In 2025, COMIT looked into the daily living environments, diets and person-centered care plans of 154 group home residents living in homes run by 63 vendors.  The program’s 10 employees interview the residents of the group home, as well as the person’s guardians and the group home staff, to ensure they are safe and not experiencing abuse or neglect. They also do a walkthrough of the group home.  J.J. Rico, CEO of Disability Rights Arizona, told the Mirror that the program is dedicated to taking an in-depth look at the daily lives of the people who live in group homes and to ensure they’re receiving the care they’re entitled to.  “It’s a very extensive monitoring tool that we do, much more than I believe the state does,” Rico said.  Rico and the rest of the COMIT team only found out that funding for the program was definitely off the table hours before the budget passed, he said.  COMIT is completely state-funded and will cease operations at the end of 2026 if it doesn’t secure another funding source.  Rico said that COMIT had worked over the three-year pilot program to show that it was necessary, and that the team was excited when Hobbs and lawmakers made it permanent last year.  “Then, less than one year later, getting notice that we weren’t funded — it’s disappointing,” he said.  In 2025, COMIT identified numerous issues at the group homes it monitors, including that 81% of clients were not receiving all of the services they were supposed to receive, problems with record-keeping and staff that lacked necessary skills to do their jobs.  “Direct care staff often could not demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to meet the needs of clients with complex needs to ensure their health and safety,” COMIT wrote in its 2025 report.  It attributed workers’ inability to answer questions about a resident’s care plan or goals and behaviors to high rates of staff turnover and lack of training. COMIT also investigates quality of care complaints about group homes submitted to the Division of Developmental Disabilities. In 2025 it completed investigations of 21 of those complaints, and found that 12 of them were substantiated. In the process of investigating those complaints, it identified 57 additional quality of care problems that investigators said violated state law or DDD standards.  That included 13 substantiated cases of abuse or neglect — and two unexpected deaths that were either caused by an aspect of the person’s treatment in a group home, or could have been caused by it.  Although DDD already investigates all quality of care complaints it receives, COMIT found its processes to be lacking. “COMIT has identified numerous investigations closed by DDD as unsubstantiated that warrant more comprehensive follow-up to ensure member safety and prevent incidents of abuse, neglect, and death,” the program’s 2025 report reads.  And COMIT also found that group homes that were out of compliance did not face meaningful accountability. “The lack of enforcement allows unsafe practices to persist across the system, contributing to ongoing patterns of abuse, neglect, and an observable increase in high-severity incidents, including death,” COMIT wrote in its report. While Hobbs spokesman Christian Slater didn’t answer specific questions about why COMIT’s funding was eliminated, he told the Mirror in a statement that Hobbs will work with the Department of Economic Security, which oversees DDD, “to ensure that the program has the necessary oversight in the coming years.” Last year, COMIT investigators identified what they called systemic concerns with DDD’s investigations, calling into question the quality of that oversight.  “COMIT found that reviews often relied on surface-level determinations and lack the comprehensive fact-gathering needed to fully assess Quality of Care allegations,” COMIT wrote in its report. “DDD does not routinely obtain police reports, witness statements, or other third-party records, limiting the ability to evaluate incidents accurately.” Zane Garcia Ramadan, assistant director of the Department of Economic Security, agreed with some of COMIT’s findings, and said that DDD would take action to correct those problems, including the creation of a quality assurance team to address documentation and training problems at group homes. But Ramadan also disagreed with some of the findings and pointed out in his response that DDD’s internal investigation unit oversees 1,400 residential homes, while COMIT monitors a small fraction of those. Ramadan pointed out that some of COMIT’s findings were due to a misalignment in evaluation standards between the two entities and misunderstanding of what state law requires.  Some of COMIT’s most alarming findings included a current group home employee who was on DDD’s “no contact” list because of past findings of abuse, and another employee who worked with disabled children who had an active arrest warrant.  “A substantial volume of (quality of care) complaints describe staff sleeping on shift, failing to supervise members, refusing to cook, lacking basic caregiving skills, and demonstrating poor judgment,” COMIT wrote. Rico said that he reached out to the Governor’s Office multiple times to request a meeting about the future of COMIT and its funding, but he never received a response. Slater did not answer the Mirror’s question about the governor’s failure to respond to Rico’s requests.  “The governor is proud of the balanced budget agreement she negotiated with bipartisan legislators,” Slater said in his statement. “It includes investments in healthcare, education and water security. No party got everything that they wanted, but it’s a strong deal that will make Arizona stronger, safer and more prosperous.” Without COMIT’s independent oversight, Rico said he worries that instances of abuse and neglect could increase. “I hope I’m wrong about that, but that’s a fear,” he said.  Rico has already informed his employees that they will be out of a job at the end of the year if COMIT is unable to secure another funding source. He said he plans to attempt to convince the governor and legislature to fund the program in next year’s budget, but if COMIT shuts down in the meantime, it will take time to hire new staff and train them.  “If we put ourselves in any of our staff’s shoes, they probably will have another job, and might not be looking to come back or have moved on,” he said. “So, there are no guarantees that that staff will be available if funding’s secured down the road. And they’re great staff.” Rico is urging community members who feel that COMIT’s work is valuable to reach out to their legislators and tell them.  “If there’s anybody out there that would like to contribute or see that the program continue, we’re open to any sources of funding at this point,” he said “We want to maintain this program as long as possible.” YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58261ca12eaf174af7d036 Why Greylock capped its new fund at $1.5B when it says it could have raised more te 2026-07-16T00:30:20.632Z Why Greylock capped its new fund at $1.5B when it says it could have raised more By keeping the number of investments to about 25 per fund, Greylock aims to remain what it calls "the most important partner" to its founders. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5823f0a12eaf174af7d013 No, Lamar Jackson doesn't deserve to be ranked among the NFL's top 10 quarterbacks te 2026-07-16T00:21:04.976Z No, Lamar Jackson doesn't deserve to be ranked among the NFL's top 10 quarterbacks Is Lamar Jackson no longer even a top 10 quarterback in the NFL? According to at least one respondent in ESPN's annual quarterback survey of executives, coaches, and scouts, the answer is no. Fox Sports Radio host Colin Cowherd agrees. "I no longer trust Lamar Jackson in a big spot. I'm selling my stock... I'd take Bo Nix today in a fourth-quarter, come-from-behind situation over Lamar," Cowherd said Tuesday. SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM IS THE OPPOSITE OF MOST WNBA PLAYERS. AND THAT'S WHY SHE IS A MEGASTAR Cowherd then ranked his top 10 quarterbacks: On the surface, leaving Jackson outside the top 10 sounds like a form of rage-bait. While arguments that Jackson was on the same level as Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes often felt more like culture-war debates than football analysis, Jackson has been one of the league's premier quarterbacks over the past seven seasons. He won two league MVP awards during that span. Given his previous regular-season dominance, Jackson's MVP odds this year are rightfully higher than most of the quarterbacks Cowherd ranked ahead of him. That said, there is a valid counterargument. Though Jackson's ceiling remains among the highest in football, his floor may no longer be. For one, he was not one of the 10 best quarterbacks last season. In 13 starts, Jackson averaged just 196.1 passing yards per game, fewer than Michael Penix Jr. and Geno Smith. Projected over 17 games, his 21 touchdown passes would have been roughly league average. He also wasn't the same rushing threat, finishing with just 349 rushing yards and two touchdowns. By virtually every measure, Jackson was far less dynamic than he had been for most of his career. Perhaps injuries played a role. Maybe he was never fully healthy. If so, he could certainly return to MVP form this season. It's also possible that his decline came sooner than expected. That wouldn't be unprecedented. Russell Wilson went from one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks to an average starter in one offseason. Cam Newton experienced a similarly steep drop-off. Quarterbacks who rely heavily on athleticism often age less gracefully than those who primarily win from the pocket. Jackson is an accurate passer, but his unparalleled running ability has always been central to what makes him special. HERE IS THE REAL REASON WHY THEY HATE CAITLIN CLARK SO MUCH Plus, legitimate questions remain even if Jackson returns to form in the regular season. As Cowherd noted, Jackson has consistently fallen short in the biggest moments. Despite his regular-season success, his postseason résumé is underwhelming. He is 3-5 in the playoffs with a 60.6% completion rate, a 10-to-7 touchdown-to-interception ratio, and an 84.6 passer rating. Those numbers lend support to Cowherd's claim that he would trust Bo Nix over Jackson in a fourth-quarter comeback situation. In one playoff game last season against the Bills, Nix showed more big-game clutch ability than Jackson ever has. If that's one's primary standard for evaluating quarterbacks — how they perform in the biggest moments — then leaving Jackson outside the top 10 becomes a defensible position. It's also reasonable to identify 10 quarterbacks entering the 2026 season with fewer unanswered questions. We don't know whether Jackson is fully healthy, whether his athleticism has begun to decline, how he will adapt under a new coaching staff, or how committed he is to football long term. Nearly every offseason brings reports questioning his dedication to the game or his happiness in Baltimore. Those concerns don't exist to the same degree for many of the league's other top quarterbacks. Mahomes, Allen, Stafford, Burrow, Maye and Caleb Williams all enter the season as safer projections than Jackson. The debate is how he compares to quarterbacks such as Jordan Love, Jared Goff, Jayden Daniels and Sam Darnold. Put simply, it's fair to ask whether Lamar Jackson is still a top-10 quarterback. And until he delivers in the biggest moments, such questions will remain valid. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58216ca12eaf174af7cf5c Investigators Seek Information From Government Officials as Part of Air Force One Leak Investigation te 2026-07-16T00:10:20.822Z Investigators Seek Information From Government Officials as Part of Air Force One Leak Investigation After The New York Times reported on security concerns related to the Qatari-donated jet, the F.B.I. sought to speak with several people who flew aboard the plane with President Trump last week and asked for their phones. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581f15a12eaf174af7cec2 Microsoft is reportedly training salespeople to talk down OpenAI and Anthropic te 2026-07-16T00:00:21.104Z Microsoft is reportedly training salespeople to talk down OpenAI and Anthropic Microsoft is looking to sell its in-house AI models as more efficient and cost-effective than its competitors' models. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581cbda12eaf174af7ce53 Suspect in Utah Stabbing Wanted to Kill Muslims, Court Filing Says te 2026-07-15T23:50:21.509Z Suspect in Utah Stabbing Wanted to Kill Muslims, Court Filing Says A Muslim man who works at a mall near Salt Lake City is hospitalized with multiple wounds. Charges have not yet been filed against the suspect, who was arrested. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581adda12eaf174af7ce14 Tom Brady sends clear message to Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza: Earn your opportunity te 2026-07-15T23:42:21.129Z Tom Brady sends clear message to Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza: Earn your opportunity Tom Brady built a Hall of Fame career by proving himself every Sunday. He expects Las Vegas Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza to do the same. Speaking with Liz Claman on FOX Business' "The Claman Countdown," Brady wasn't interested in fueling offseason quarterback fever. As far as the Raiders minority owner is concerned, Mendoza hasn't earned anything yet. "Well, I love Fernando, but Fernando is like every other young rookie," Brady said. FERNANDO MENDOZA'S FIRST PITCH AT MARLINS GAME DRAWS HARSH REVIEWS "He's got to go out there and earn it like everybody else... none of these young players, none of the rookies have ever had a meaningful snap in the NFL." For Brady, draft status and offseason hype only go so far. "Their career and their journey will be determined by the work that they put in, by the adversities that they overcome, by the kind of teammate and team player that they are," Brady added. TOM BRADY CRACKS JOKES ABOUT 'CRANKY' BILL BELICHICK, JETS, ELI MANNING IN MOTIVATIONAL COMMENCEMENT SPEECH It's the same mindset Brady says he's bringing to his latest venture off the field. The 48-year-old recently joined digital health company eMed as its Chief Wellness Officer, saying he wants to help give everyday Americans access to the kind of health guidance he relied on throughout his legendary career. "My body truly was my asset as a football player," Brady recalled. "So you're right, I was very lucky over a period of time to learn a lot of disciplines that allowed me to take the field feeling very healthy, feeling energized and excited about going out there to try to, you know, win some football games." Brady wants to bring that same blueprint to people who don't have access to an NFL-caliber support system. "But when I retired, I realized that there's a lot of people in life that maybe they're not professional athletes, but to a degree, we all are living athletic lifestyles," he said. "We wanna be healthy. We wanna play with our kids. We wanna play with grandkids." Brady also praised the impact GLP-1 medications have had on helping people begin improving their health. "There's no debate about the way that this medicine is working right now in terms of keeping people and getting people on their wellness journey started," Brady stated. "And then we do a great job keeping them on that journey." To Brady, whether the goal is winning the QB1 job or improving someone's health, success comes down to focusing on fundamentals. "I realized that a lot of the values that I had as an NFL player transitioned very well to what happens in the workforce," Brady explained. "And it comes down to accountability, discipline, showing up for other people, serving other people." Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581ac9a12eaf174af7ce0b Digital entrepreneur credits the World Cup with teaching about soccer and boosting her monthly income te 2026-07-15T23:42:01.670Z Digital entrepreneur credits the World Cup with teaching about soccer and boosting her monthly income What's better than adding a few zeroes to your monthly income? How about adding a few zeroes while growing your fan base and learning something? That trifecta has been pulled off by social media influencer, model, and digital entrepreneur Skylar Mae. She gives the credit to the World Cup. That's very humble of her in my opinion. Not everyone is going around adding $100,000 to their monthly income because of a soccer tournament. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! She had to be in the right place at the right time and be willing to not only create content, but learn about the ins and outs of soccer along the way. Lesser digital entrepreneurs would have tapped out. Skylar leaned in and became a source of luck for some diehard fans. "I've had people asking me to learn soccer chants while wearing soccer socks and shorts because they swear it'll help their team win, and even make sure I send the custom right before kickoff because they're convinced it'll bring them good luck," she said, The Mirror reportsThe Mirror. "Also, things like me stretching, pretending I'm preparing for the big game. The funniest requests are always from the really diehard fans. They'll send me requests explaining exactly why I need to mention a certain player, or avoid talking about another team." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE You're not going to get that sort of World Cup knowledge from just anywhere. She's learning straight from the fans themselves and Skylar's been impressed with the amount of thought that's been put into it. She knows which players aren't liked by the teams they're going up against. The crash course has come from all over the world, not just in the United States where she's based. She's been surprised by how seriously soccer fans take their rituals, but not by the love of the sport making its way into other aspects of their lives. "Absolutely it turns people on. I think that a lot of the passion that fans have for their teams spills into passion in other ways," Skylar said. "They're excited, they're celebrating, they're emotional and I definitely notice that. When all you are thinking about is soccer and the World Cup for weeks, of course it's going to become a part of your fantasies." That's a great point and a strong way to wrap it all up. Soccer is on people’s minds right now, so, of course, there's money to be made from a stranger buying content on the internet. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581ab6a12eaf174af7ce02 Monica Lewinsky details her 'dark decade' and moving past public shame te 2026-07-15T23:41:42.216Z Monica Lewinsky details her 'dark decade' and moving past public shame Monica Lewinsky is reflecting on her experience with shame and how she was able to overcome it. During a recent episode of her podcast, "Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky," the 52-year-old activist spoke with actress Jamie Lynn Sigler about her memoir, "And So It Is...: A Memoir of Acceptance and Hope," with Lewinsky telling her the title resonated with her. "It's such a big part of reclaiming, actually. You really can't move through all the steps until you've had acceptance," she said. "A lot of my progress during my dark decade really came about from integration and being able to integrate like, 'OK, I couldn't leave Monica Lewinsky the White House intern in the past,' like I had to find a way to not be ashamed and bring her with me, all the things. And so you can't integrate until you've accepted." She said there was "so much work" that went into her journey of self-acceptance and integrating the two versions of herself, noting, "It's hard enough out there. How do I make it not so hard in here?" JENNIFER LOPEZ TAKES BLAME FOR BEN AFFLECK DIVORCE, SAYS SHE NEEDED TO 'FIGURE' HERSELF OUT AFTER SPLIT Lewinsky entered the public eye in 1998 when it was revealed she had a sexual relationship with the president of the United States at the time, Bill Clinton, when she was a 22-year-old White House intern. This led her to receive intense media scrutiny and public ridicule for many years. Having experienced such intense scrutiny in the public eye, she can "appreciate" when her friends approach her "when they're in a state and need connection and need to be heard and that it doesn't feel like a burden." "I have to remind myself because I feel those things so often, and I think, especially in my kind of dark decade, it was really hard because I felt like there was no … it wasn't a wave like, 'Oh, I'm in this bad place, but now this good thing happened.' And that sort of it just felt like it was always bad. And when you thought it couldn't get worse, it got worse." Looking back, Lewinsky said what she experienced is still "pretty miraculous" to her and leads her to think about "awful things" that happen to people "and how we hold them and what they end up being able to provide." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Pre-'98, I was a really good disassociater," she explained. "I had a really rich fantasy life. Not that I fantasized making things up, you know what happened, which people accused me of for a while, but it's those things saved me." When speaking with Fox News Digital in May, Lewinsky bluntly admitted, "There have been some very dark moments," and that she wouldn't "sugarcoat" her experiences. She went on to say that she "was severely impacted by having billions of strangers thinking negatively about me," and that part of her healing journey involved "energy work." "I've done an enormous amount of energy work for 20 years, which, if there are any woo-woo people in the room or anybody who saw 'The Secret,' you remember about this idea of energy coming toward you and negative thoughts being ... energy coming toward you," Lewinsky said. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The scandal led to Clinton's impeachment in December 1998 on the grounds of perjury to a grand jury and obstruction of justice. He was acquitted two months later. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581aa2a12eaf174af7cdf9 EXCLUSIVE: Pence pushes to rename bill for Lindsey Graham, recalls final talk: 'Bring Putin to the table' te 2026-07-15T23:41:22.761Z EXCLUSIVE: Pence pushes to rename bill for Lindsey Graham, recalls final talk: 'Bring Putin to the table' FIRST ON FOX: Former Vice President Mike Pence is calling on Congress to rename Sen. Lindsey Graham's signature Russia sanctions legislation after the late South Carolina Republican, telling Fox News Digital there would be "no more fitting tribute" to one of the Senate's most influential national security hawks. In an exclusive interview, Pence said Graham's years-long push for tougher sanctions against Russia should become both his legislative legacy and a permanent reminder of his unwavering support for Ukraine and America's allies. Pence argued Congress has a rare opportunity to honor Graham by passing the bipartisan sanctions package he spent years championing and sending it to President Donald Trump with the senator's name attached. GRAHAM REPORTEDLY REFUSED MEDICAL HELP BEFORE SCHEDULED TV APPEARANCE "I also believe it'd be altogether fitting to put Senator Lindsey Graham's name on that bill," Pence told Fox News Digital. "Send it to the President, have him sign it into law." Pence said Graham viewed Russia's invasion of Ukraine as one of the defining geopolitical challenges of the era and believed economic pressure was essential to forcing Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate. "He never had any illusions about who we were dealing with — with Vladimir Putin," Pence said. The former vice president, who has traveled to Ukraine twice since Russia's invasion, said Graham understood that Ukraine represented "a frontier of freedom" and consistently pushed both Republican and Democratic administrations to stand firmly with America's allies. When asked whether the sanctions legislation could ultimately become Graham's greatest achievement, Pence said it may well define how history remembers the longtime senator. "I think it could be," Pence said. EUROPE BANKROLLS PUTIN'S WAR MACHINE EVEN AS NATO RACES TO BOLSTER DEFENSES He pointed to Graham's decades-long advocacy for Israel, Ukraine and a stronger NATO alliance, saying the senator remained remarkably consistent throughout his public career. Pence said Graham also played an important role in encouraging NATO allies to increase defense spending during the first Trump administration, while remaining one of Israel's fiercest advocates on Capitol Hill. For Pence, however, Graham's final legislative push is inseparable from one of their last conversations together. He still remembers the meeting vividly. Pence and his wife, Karen, had just landed at Reagan National Airport and were making their way through the terminal when they spotted Graham heading toward another gate. As he almost always did, Graham began by asking about Pence's family. The senator wanted updates on Pence's son, a Marine Corps fighter pilot, and his son-in-law, a Navy fighter pilot. Pence said Graham never forgot to ask about them. But after briefly catching up, the conversation shifted to the issue occupying Graham's attention in his final months. "We went straight into a conversation about Ukraine sanctions," Pence recalled. Pence thanked Graham for leading the effort and mentioned a Wall Street Journal opinion piece supporting tougher sanctions against Russia. Graham immediately leaned in. "He did one of those — puts his finger in my chest — and said, 'You just stay on this. This is the way we're gonna get this done. This is the way you bring Putin to the table.'" The two men embraced before heading toward separate gates. "We parted with a handshake and a hug," Pence said. LINDSEY GRAHAM, SOUTH CAROLINA SENATOR WHO ROSE FROM SMALL-TOWN ROOTS TO GOP POWER BROKER, DIES AT 71 Looking back, Pence said that brief airport encounter perfectly captured the man he had known for decades. Graham enjoyed talking about family and could always be counted on for a joke, Pence said, but the personal conversation rarely lasted long before he returned to public policy. "He was a very serious legislator," Pence said. "He was a man who was deeply committed to policy." Pence said Graham's convictions never changed, whether the issue was supporting the military, standing with Israel, protecting unborn life or confronting authoritarian regimes like Russia, Iran and China. "He never wavered," Pence said. The former vice president said he learned of Graham's death Sunday morning and remains deeply saddened by the loss of someone he first came to know during the Republican Revolution of the 1990s before serving alongside him in Congress and later in the Trump administration. "I was taken aback by the news," Pence said. "I really, really have a heavy heart, to this hour." Pence said he hopes lawmakers finish the work Graham dedicated years to advancing. "I really do believe there would be no more fitting tribute to the life and vision of Senator Lindsey Graham than for Congress to pass and the president to sign the tough Russia sanctions bill," Pence said. "I'm going to continue to champion that in the days ahead." The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581a8fa12eaf174af7cdf0 Bloodhound K-9 unit helps bring Georgia manhunt to end with arrest of suspect accused of shooting woman te 2026-07-15T23:41:03.310Z Bloodhound K-9 unit helps bring Georgia manhunt to end with arrest of suspect accused of shooting woman A 10-hour manhunt in Georgia came to an end Tuesday after a bloodhound helped deputies track down a "dangerous" suspect accused of shooting the mother of his child and fleeing the scene on foot. The suspect was identified as Darian Berry Sr., 46, a previously convicted felon, according to the Butts County Sheriff’s Office. The domestic incident unfolded Tuesday morning in the city of Flovilla, roughly 50 miles south of Atlanta, officials said. "He made the choice to run, but he could not outrun the determination of law enforcement or the incredible tracking ability of the bloodhounds that ultimately helped bring him into custody," the sheriff’s office said in a statement. FLORIDA WOMAN CHARGED WITH MURDER EVADING POLICE AFTER BODY FOUND IN SHALLOW GRAVE, SHERIFF SAYS Deputies first responded to the scene following reports of a domestic incident involving Berry. According to his charges, Berry allegedly attempted to confine or restrict his victim. He was also accused of arson and stalking. DEAD FITNESS TRAINER’S TAXI RIDE BECOMES KEY PIECE OF PUZZLE IN MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE, DEATH: DOCS As deputies arrived, Berry allegedly fled the scene on foot and was believed to be armed with a handgun, prompting a major search effort. The Georgia community was further placed on a "Be On The Lookout" alert as authorities worked to locate the suspect. Officials said the Georgia Department of Corrections K-9 Unit bloodhound played a key role in helping authorities locate Berry, who was taken into custody by Tuesday evening. Berry now faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault, stalking, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, obstruction, two counts of arson, battery, family violence, and false imprisonment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58180da12eaf174af7cd29 FBI Evidence Team Visits Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool te 2026-07-15T23:30:21.382Z FBI Evidence Team Visits Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Officials surveyed the newly drained pool, where the floor began peeling soon after a $16 million repair job. President Trump has blamed vandals. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5813ada12eaf174af7cb94 Former Marine running for Congress says Trump is the Antichrist and 'must be killed' in shocking video te 2026-07-15T23:11:41.043Z Former Marine running for Congress says Trump is the Antichrist and 'must be killed' in shocking video A Florida congressional candidate and former U.S. Marine is facing backlash after posting a video calling President Donald Trump "the Antichrist" and saying the president "must be killed." William Upham, a Republican write-in candidate for Florida's 5th Congressional District who describes himself on X as a prosecutor "running to fix a broken political system," opens the nearly seven-minute video by saying he entered the race to restore bipartisanship, return power to the working class and "fix our broken political system." The tone quickly shifts, however, as Upham says he has come to believe the country is "broken" and that America is engaged in a spiritual battle. TWO YEARS AFTER BUTLER, THREATS AGAINST TRUMP KEEP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT IN SHARP FOCUS "We are led by a president who is the enemy of God," Upham says before citing Bible passages and discussing the oath he took as a Marine officer to defend the Constitution "against all enemies, foreign and domestic." 🚨 Know something we should investigate? 📩 stepheny.price@fox.com 📸 IG: @fndstephprice 🎥 X: @StephenyPrice Your tip could lead to our next story. He then claims there is "no doubt" Trump is "the Antichrist." "He is a false messiah, and he is your enemy and he must be killed," Upham says. BUTLER MAN’S ONLINE RANTS TO KILL TRUMP END IN GUILTY PLEA AFTER FBI PROBE Later in the video, Upham urges viewers to question whether they are "worshiping a false idol" before concluding, "President Trump is the Antichrist. And he will be killed and sent to hell. God will prevail against evil." The U.S. Marine Corps quickly condemned Upham, saying he was medically discharged on May 30, 2025. "The Marine Corps is aware of the disturbing statements made by William Upham," the service wrote on X. "The comments made by Upham are a direct violation of the oath he swore to uphold and are not in keeping with the service's values." TRUMP FACES UNPRECEDENTED THIRD ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT The U.S. Secret Service also acknowledged the comments in a statement to Fox News Digital. "The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the comments made by a congressional candidate in Florida, and we investigate anything that can be perceived as a threat toward one of our protectees," a spokesperson said. "Out of concern for operational security, we do not discuss matters of protective intelligence." Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao also condemned the remarks, writing on X: "Unacceptable. William Upham is no longer a Marine and does not represent our values or ethos." Fox News Digital reached out to the FBI, the White House and Upham's campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58136fa12eaf174af7cb52 Boat That Sank Near Alcatraz Rolled After Wave Struck, Officials Say te 2026-07-15T23:10:39.600Z Boat That Sank Near Alcatraz Rolled After Wave Struck, Officials Say The accident in the San Francisco Bay on Tuesday led to the death of the boat owner’s brother. The authorities say they plan to end the search for three people still missing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58135ca12eaf174af7cb43 Maricopa County’s election dispute is finally over — at least on paper te 2026-07-15T23:10:20.151Z Maricopa County’s election dispute is finally over — at least on paper Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581157a12eaf174af7cb00 'She saw dollar signs': Former Obama counsel pressed over years-long Epstein ties te 2026-07-15T23:01:43.939Z 'She saw dollar signs': Former Obama counsel pressed over years-long Epstein ties Former Obama White House counsel Kathryn Ruemmler faced a bipartisan grilling in the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday with members of the panel questioning her account of her years-long relationship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Ruemmler, who recently resigned as Goldman Sachs' top lawyer amid scrutiny over her ties to Epstein, voluntarily appeared for a closed-door interview as part of the committee's probe into Epstein and his longtime associate, convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. Lawmakers in both parties dismissed her claim that her relationship with Epstein was limited, while Democrats argued she should have been interviewed under oath. "She was desperately trying to distance herself from Epstein, but the reality is, we have the emails," Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va., a member of the oversight panel, told Fox News Digital. "It's very clear that she had a pretty friendly relationship with him." CLINTON JUDGE ORDERS DOJ TO UNSEAL THE EPSTEIN FILES IT HAS BEEN KEEPING HIDDEN "Even when we presented her with the emails, all she could say was that she either showed poor judgment or that her jokes about his massages were in poor taste," he said. "She also admitted that she knew about the massages. She just didn't know that they were underage girls." "She knew that this wasn't a man of good character, certainly, and someone who is a sex offender and registered as such," he went on. "But she saw dollar signs, and she decided that she would overlook all that because he was rich and powerful." Wednesday’s interview came after emails released by the Justice Department showed that she met with Epstein numerous times and exchanged emails and gifts years after he was convicted of soliciting a minor in 2008. The two first connected in 2014 while Ruemmler was a partner at the law firm Latham & Watkins and continued their relationship into 2019. Epstein died by suicide in August 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. CLINTON CONFIDANT WHO CALLED MAXWELL HIS 'LOVER' GRILLED BY CONGRESS OVER EPSTEIN TIES Ruemmler has consistently denied any wrongdoing and has said she was unaware of any criminal conduct by Epstein during the years they were in contact. House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., also called Ruemmler’s relationship with Epstein "very concerning." "Looking at the communication between Ruemmler and Epstein is how she tried and worked as hard as anyone — well I would say more than anyone — and tried to rehabilitate his image after he was convicted of solicitation of a minor," he said. "So this is someone that was very close with Epstein." In conversations with reporters, House Oversight Committee ranking member Robert Garcia, D-Calif., also questioned Ruemmler’s testimony to the panel. "I think it is difficult to see how she's being completely truthful in there with the answer that she's giving the committee," Garcia said. "She made the decision to have an ongoing personal friendship and relationship with someone that had been accused and convicted of sexual assault with a minor, and she has no explanation as to why she chose to continue that relationship," he continued. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581144a12eaf174af7caf7 Los Angeles journalist goes viral keeping calm while a cockroach crawls over her during on-air report te 2026-07-15T23:01:24.484Z Los Angeles journalist goes viral keeping calm while a cockroach crawls over her during on-air report Los Angeles KTLA 5 news reporter Rachel Menitoff went viral Wednesday after a late-night report featuring an unwanted pest. During Menitoff's live report in Sherman Oaks on an ongoing heat wave Tuesday night, a cockroach appeared to land on Menitoff's stomach before crawling across her neck and chest. "And it’s a lot more comfortable at this hour, but we’re still in the 80s here in the Valley," Menitoff said. "So overnight temperatures aren’t necessarily dropping, and this leads to less recovery time from the daytime heat…" Despite the insect's arrival, Menitoff continued her report unfazed as the bug jumped onto her microphone and proceeded to fly away. FLORIDA TV BOSS RIPS 'CRINGEWORTHY' POSTS AS ANCHOR'S BIKINI-CLAD SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS SPARK BUZZ Menitoff’s colleagues covered the video the following morning, sharing video of the reporter after the live shot ended, where she began to brush the bug off of her. "Oh gosh. Oh, I feel something," Menitoff said. The morning reporters praised Menitoff's on-air composure, joking that they would not have remained as calm as she was in the same situation. "That’s our Rachel Menitoff, who is so professional," anchor Megan Henderson said. "She kept her cool. There’s no way I would have been able to keep going." "I have to hand it to her. She was really calm," reporter Eric Spillman said. "That’s terrifying," meteorologist Kirk Hawkins said. "Now we’re all going to have nightmares about flying cockroaches." TERRIFYING CLIP OF LA METEOROLOGIST COLLAPSING ON LIVE TV GOES VIRAL In a KTLA interview, Menitoff described that she was aware of the cockroach crawling over her but was concerned that she would not be unable to complete the report if she took action. "I said to myself, just get through this moment and then kind of shake it off," Menitoff said. "Ironically, the story was about the extreme heat in the Valley, and these cockroaches are attracted to the heat and the warm temperatures and our camera lights," she added. "So, it was sort of the perfect environment for the roaches." Fox News Digital reached out to Menitoff for comment but did not immediately receive a response. NEW ZEALAND REPORTER HAS BIRD FLY INTO HER FACE, LEAVING HER BLOODIED The clip was shared across social media by journalists and commentators who both praised Menitoff's composure and criticized Los Angeles' unclean conditions. "Had this happened to me, I would have freaked out," "The Daily News Drop" anchor Jeff Vaughn wrote. Conservative commentator Steve Guest wrote, "Karen Bass’s LA is overrun by cockroaches. Gross." "Why I prefer print. KTLA would've had a hefty fine for the number of curses that would've come out of my mouth if this happened to me. What a pro," Arizona Mirror reporter Jerod MacDonald-Evoy commented. Former Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt remarked, "Nithya Raman has made her district so filthy, you can't even do a quick news hit without cockroaches crawling all over you like some Mumbai slum. The median home price here is $1.5M." "@RachelMenitoff would’ve crushed it on 'Fear Factor,'" "Good Morning America" co-anchor Gio Benitez wrote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a581131a12eaf174af7caee Hurricanes player William Carrier fills the Stanley Cup full of a Quebecois delicacy te 2026-07-15T23:01:05.036Z Hurricanes player William Carrier fills the Stanley Cup full of a Quebecois delicacy The NHL is gearing up to release its first-ever 84-game regular season schedule on Thursday, but while the focus is shifting to next season, the Carolina Hurricanes are still celebrating the fruits of this season. Namely, the most famous trophy in all of sports, the Stanley Cup. Canes forward William Carrier had his day with the Cup this week, and he used it as a vessel for one of the greatest things to come out of Canada since Rush (even though Rush probably came later), the Quebecois delicacy that is poutine. HURRICANES OWNER GETS DRAGGED FOR PUTTING HIS KIDS' NAMES ON THE STANLEY CUP Now if you're not familiar with poutine (where the hell have you been?), it's a simple, wonderful dish comprised of golden-brown French fries topped with brown gravy and cheese curds. There are all kinds of goofy variations on this, and I've tried many, but you will not be able to beat the simplicity of the OG brown gravy and cheese curds combo. Keeper of the Cup Phil Pritchard shared a video this week of Carrier helping to construct some poutine in the trophy's bowl. DODGERS WILL AGAIN VISIT WHITE HOUSE TO CELEBRATE WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP, OFFICIAL SAYS That looks delicious, and I see a serious pro move happening in that clip. Notice the parchment paper lining the bowl. Sure, that's going to make clean-up a breeze, but it's also a good safety measure. Every single time I see the Cup without lining it, I kind of wince. That trophy has been through a lot, and there have been many a child who have been given baths in the bowl. Imagine going to someone's house for dinner, and they're like, "Yeah, we once used that bowl the salad is in to give our kid a bath." It wouldn't matter if it happened decades earlier; your appetite would be gone. I'm sure it's given a good scrub afterward... or they just hit it with a garden hose. So, I wouldn't take my chances, and it looks like William Carrier wasn't, either. I respect that, and damn, do I want some poutine right now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580eafa12eaf174af7ca31 Video Pushed Local Police to Come Clean. D.H.S. Is Ignoring the Lessons. te 2026-07-15T22:50:23.687Z Video Pushed Local Police to Come Clean. D.H.S. Is Ignoring the Lessons. The agency has said little about two fatal encounters in the past week. Local police departments have learned to be forthcoming. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580ca6a12eaf174af7c9e6 Brandel Chamblee torches Bryson DeChambeau for missed cuts in majors ahead of The Open: 'chasing Grant Horvat' te 2026-07-15T22:41:42.584Z Brandel Chamblee torches Bryson DeChambeau for missed cuts in majors ahead of The Open: 'chasing Grant Horvat' Bryson DeChambeau was ascendant in the world of golf after winning the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst. He beat out Rory McIlroy with a remarkable bunker shot on the 72nd hole, making the short putt to win his second U.S. Open Championship. But it's been a bit of a mixed bag for DeChambeau, at least in majors, ever since. In 2025, he finished T5 at The Masters, T2 at the PGA Championship, then missed the cut at the U.S. Open at Oakmont before rebounding with a T10 at The Open at Royal Portrush. Hardly an embarrassment, but missing a cut as defending U.S. Open champion was a significant disappointment. But in 2026 though? Well, embarrassment might be the most apt phrase to describe his performance. GOLF LEGEND NICK FALDO UNLOADS SCATHING CRITICISM ON BRYSON DECHAMBEAU AMID MAJOR TOURNAMENT STRUGGLES Three major starts at Augusta, Aronimink, and Shinnecock, three missed cuts. Though he was just over the cutline at the U.S. Open, along with quality players like Viktor Hovland, Patrick Reed, and Harris English. For a player of DeChambeau's caliber, that's unacceptable, to put it mildly. It also leaves just one major tournament remaining for him to salvage some pride and put in a performance worthy of his talent. Except some of golf's most prominent commentators are the exact opposite of confident that he'll be able to do so. "I'd say it to his face — DeChambeau has zero clue of strategy," said golf legend Nick Faldo, who does not believe he'll succeed at a links-style golf course like Royal Birkdale. "He said last year: 'I'm going to go out and attack the links'. Well, I've never attacked a links [course]. You thread it, don't you? You feed it down the fairway." BRYSON DECHAMBEAU MAY TURN FULL-TIME YOUTUBER, PART-TIME PROFESSIONAL GOLFER That criticism, though? Pales in comparison to what analyst Brandel Chamblee had to say about DeChambeau's recent performances. "Probably one of the biggest surprises of the year is Bryson DeChambeau," Chamblee said this week. "It's almost like he went from chasing Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy to chasing Grant Horvat. It's like he wants to outdo every YouTuber in the game of golf instead of outplay everybody in the game of golf." Ouch. Grant Horvat, for those unfamiliar, is one of the most prominent names in YouTube Golf and has made several videos with DeChambeau on both their channels. He's a very, very good golfer, and also far, far behind players like Scheffler or McIlroy. So is this criticism fair? Well, yes and no. DeChambeau opened himself up to this type of critique by going to LIV. Because he plays most of his competitive golf on a different tour that has less exposure and doesn't feature the same players, the only opportunity most commentators have to measure his level of play relative to Scheffler and McIlroy comes in majors. When you don't play well in those opportunities, there will be talk that you've lost a step. He also, famously, does things his own way. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, and most traditional golf purists would prefer that everyone do things the way they've always been done. Or at least, always been done in the modern era. DeChambeau, though, has 3D-printed single-length irons, uses shafts from upstart companies and has a unique chipping and putting technique that can be off-putting. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM On the other hand, he established himself as one of the best 3-4 players in the world in 2024, all while making YouTube videos. Three top-10's, including a T2, in majors in one season is hardly a disappointment. He was making YouTube videos then too. Has DeChambeau been at his best in 2026? Of course not. Has he had the best links strategy? No, definitely not. Does he spend much of his free time making YouTube golf videos? Also yes. Still, he finished T10 at Royal Portrush, ahead of English players more traditionally associated with links strategy like Tommy Fleetwood and Justin Rose. He's also dealt with several injuries this season, which might be impacting his ability to compete at an elite level. Still, golf is performance based. And DeChambeau can silence all the critics by playing well this weekend. And then going to make a YouTube video with Grant Horvat. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580c93a12eaf174af7c9dd 'Baywatch' star Carmen Electra shares what men must avoid when pursuing middle-aged women te 2026-07-15T22:41:23.130Z 'Baywatch' star Carmen Electra shares what men must avoid when pursuing middle-aged women Carmen Electra went back to her roots. In a new interview with Playboy, the 54-year-old model and actress answered fan questions, and gave her insight about what it's like dating as you get older and gave men advice on what they should and shouldn't do when trying to get the attention of a middle-aged woman. "We do appreciate texting or calling appropriately," she said. "What you really need to do is make sure you don’t call her and say, ‘Hey, come meet me at a bar right now,’ when it’s midnight.  That’s a huge no-no." She also gave some advice to women looking to date after a divorce, letting them know, if they are in their "40s, you’re still so young" and that they "need to go have fun, keep having fun, and live your life." VALERIE BERTINELLI SAYS SHE’S ‘REALLY SCARED’ OF DATING, ISSUES WARNING ON 'VULNERABILITY' Electra is speaking from experience, as she has been married twice; once to NBA star Dennis Rodman in 1998, a marriage which was annulled a few months later, and then again to musician Dave Navarro from 2003 until their divorce was finalized in 2007. At this point in her life, she is looking for someone to pursue her. "I’m old-fashioned, so I prefer if the man makes the first move, although I have been known to do a little walk, sway the hips a little bit, you know, bat my eyelashes a little like a butterfly, and keep on walking.  If they are really interested in you, they’ll talk to you or slip you their number." The "Scary Movie" actress previously spoke to Fox News Digital in February, and reflected on how to keep the spark alive in relationships.  She shared that in her experience, it is important to choose a romantic partner "that you love being with," because in doing so that is "definitely what's gonna keep the spark live anyway." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "So someone that — you just love their spirit, you love who they are as a person, someone that's not a downer. I like artists, like people that are into art, whatever their art may be, all that good stuff." She first posed for the magazine in 1996, returning one year later in June 1997. Her appearance in the magazine caught the eye of Hollywood executives, and she was soon cast on "Baywatch," for its eighth season, in 1997. "Once I saw the photos I was ... I had to pinch myself. I couldn't believe that I was actually in the magazine and going to be a part of such an iconic time, being a part of Playboy in general," she told Fox News Digital in November 2019. "Marilyn Monroe started off with Playboy, and those are the women that I admire and truly have been inspired by. So yeah, Playboy was a lot of fun... And I'm not shy at all anymore, by the way." Prior to appearing on the pages of the magazine this year, Electra called back to her Playboy roots on the red carpet at the 35th Anniversary of The Abbey Food & Bar in May. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS She posed for photos at the event in a leopard-print bodysuit, which she paired with a matching pair of bunny ears. She also accessorized with a bow tie, cufflinks, sheer black tights and a black purse, as well as jewelry and black high heels. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580c55a12eaf174af7c99a Door-to-Door Search for Grapevines Sold at Costco Begins in California’s Santa Clara County te 2026-07-15T22:40:21.187Z Door-to-Door Search for Grapevines Sold at Costco Begins in California’s Santa Clara County Officials in Santa Clara County began knocking on doors on Monday to collect potentially infested plants sold at some Costco stores. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580a23a12eaf174af7c910 G.O.P. Appears to Boost Socialist’s Primary Campaign for Wisconsin Governor te 2026-07-15T22:30:59.763Z G.O.P. Appears to Boost Socialist’s Primary Campaign for Wisconsin Governor Republicans appear to view Francesca Hong as their weakest opponent in a general election. They are spending $2.2 million in an apparent attempt to aid her primary campaign. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580a10a12eaf174af7c907 Trump Administration Fires U.S. Attorney Minutes After His Appointment te 2026-07-15T22:30:40.306Z Trump Administration Fires U.S. Attorney Minutes After His Appointment Federal judges had chosen the veteran Seattle prosecutor to fill the vacant seat. Now, a potential legal battle looms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5809fca12eaf174af7c8fa Mexico demands U.S., UN investigate ICE killings te 2026-07-15T22:30:20.858Z Mexico demands U.S., UN investigate ICE killings Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58059ea12eaf174af7c782 Sen. Kelly questions spy chief pick’s willingness to stand up to Trump te 2026-07-15T22:11:42.089Z Sen. Kelly questions spy chief pick’s willingness to stand up to Trump WASHINGTON – Sen. Mark Kelly confronted would-be spy chief Jay Clayton at his confirmation hearing Wednesday over his refusal to directly state that President Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. If the nominee for director of national intelligence isn’t even willing, courageous or independent enough to do that, Kelly said, he’s unlikely to stand firm if Trump ever demands that he shade intelligence to serve a political agenda.  “If you can’t disagree with him when he’s not in the room, are you going to be able to disagree with him when you’re sitting across from him in the Oval Office or the Situation Room?” Kelly said.  The Arizona senator was one of multiple Democrats who pressed Clayton, who already holds a powerful post as U.S. attorney in Manhattan, about Trump’s refusal to concede in 2020 and his ongoing, unsubstantiated election denial. Clayton acknowledged that Congress certified the election for Democrat Joe Biden, but stopped short of saying Biden won. “Isn’t it humiliating to be unable to answer the question, to have to engage in the president’s delusions?” Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, told Clayton at one point. Kelly called the nominee’s stance evasive, and said the DNI needs to be far more direct about what is and isn’t reality. “This job is different. It’s not about softening the edges when the truth is unpleasant,” he said. “It’s about delivering information and making sure the president understands that information. People risk their lives to get that information.” Democrats also pressed Clayton about subpoenas he authorized to force New York Times journalists to testify about their reporting on security shortcomings with the new Air Force One, a plane gifted by Qatar. Ossoff repeatedly asked him if Biden won the 2020 election. “I’m not going to engage in the theater,” Clayton said.  Ossoff also asked Clayton about Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned May 22 as DNI, citing her husband’s battle with cancer, joining an FBI raid of a Fulton County election office in January. The CIA and the other 16 intelligence agencies that report to the DNI have no authority over how elections are conducted. Under the federal system, states and local governments administer elections. Clayton told Ossoff he “had not thought about” the incident until the senator discussed it with him when they met ahead of the confirmation hearing.  Ossoff was incredulous at Clayton’s assertion he wasn’t even aware that Gabbard had been present at the raid; she testified March 18 to the committee that she was there at Trump’s direction to observe the FBI’s actions.  At that hearing, Gabbard sidestepped questions about whether any credible evidence of foreign interference has been uncovered in the election probe. “Your testimony lacks credibility,” Ossoff told Clayton. “You’re being evasive.”  Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission during the first Trump term, and he repeatedly linked economic and national security during the hearing, as when Kelly asked about his views on Russia and its ongoing war with Ukraine.  “The most formidable threat actors are the most well-funded,” Clayton said, offering assurance that he would be “extremely helpful” on economic strategies related to U.S. adversaries.  One Republican, Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran, sought an assurance that Clayton would inform the committee if the president suspended intelligence sharing with Ukraine – reflecting concern within the GOP about Trump’s wavering support for that country. Trump loyalist Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has served as acting DNI since June 19, to the dismay of senators in both parties.  Pulte has no intelligence background. And he has used his housing post to push for criminal investigations into Trump critics, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, California Sen. Adam Schiff and Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The committee was set to approve Clayton last month in a fast-track process aimed at ensuring Pulte was never confirmed.  Trump abruptly cancelled the confirmation hearing to pressure the Senate – unsuccessfully, so far – to approve the controversial SAVE America Act. That bill would require voters to prove citizenship when they register and to show a photo ID at the polls.  Trump will address the nation Thursday night about election security and voting machines, and has hinted that he will provide evidence of foreign interference that so far has not been shared publicly. Clayton said he is not involved in preparing the speech.  After the hearing, Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, the top Democrat on the panel, said he was satisfied with the answers to his own questions but “very disappointed” at how Clayton avoided questions about the 2020 election.  “We’re not going to get the level of sharing we used to have with this kind of behavior,” Warner said.  On the subpoenas delivered to the homes of New York Times reporters, Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colorado, asked Clayton if anyone in Washington had directed him to take that step. Clayton said the office he leads as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York followed protocol and consulted with the Department of Justice.  Republicans discussed the size of the Office of the DNI.  Chairman Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas called the office “bloated,” though Gabbard cut nearly half the ODNI staff and Pulte has fired dozens more. Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, asked Clayton if Trump had directed him to dismantle the office. Clayton said all the president had asked of him was to do a good job.  But Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, said she was “deeply disturbed” by Trump’s push to downsize or even terminate the office, which Congress created after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks to address a lack of coordination between spy agencies.  “If we didn’t have this role, we would have to invent it,” Collins said.  The committee is expected to vote on Clayton’s nomination early next week. Republicans control the panel 9 to 8 and also hold a slim majority in the Senate. The post Sen. Kelly questions spy chief pick’s willingness to stand up to Trump appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580560a12eaf174af7c74a Maine Democrats’ Adventurous Political Experiment te 2026-07-15T22:10:40.134Z Maine Democrats’ Adventurous Political Experiment Maine Democrats have a political experiment on their hands. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58054ca12eaf174af7c736 Doodles to dollars, border grant scrutiny and more te 2026-07-15T22:10:20.175Z Doodles to dollars, border grant scrutiny and more Indigenous veteran's hospital sketches became a career Seth Rush, an Indigenous Air Force veteran, spent years doodling on his surgical gloves to decompress from the operating room. After a workplace injury cost him his career, his home and nearly his health, that habit became his lifeline. Last April, Rush was prepping an operating room at Canyon Vista Medical Center, as he'd done thousands of times. He was not at all prepared for what happened next or the chain of events that would follow. "My world exploded in blinding pain," he told Tucson Spotlight. Canyon Vista Medical Center took X-rays, and its ownership group, LifePoint, put Rush on temporary medical leave. Eventually, an adjuster from workers' compensation ruled his injury a sprain. But a sprain can't be seen on an X-ray, which was the only diagnostic imaging performed by the hospital, so Rush sought a second opinion from a spinal surgeon, who ordered an MRI, used to view damage to soft tissue and ligaments. The surgeon diagnosed him with a few partially compressed and bulging discs and extra spinal fluid, a condition that puts extra pressure on his nerve endings, resulting in excruciating pain. Rush's symptoms include sciatica, muscle spasms and feet that "constantly feel like they are standing in campfire." Six months after the injury, LifePoint reached out to say that an independent medical examiner had ruled his injury a "minor" back sprain and cleared him to return to work. Your membership pays emerging journalists to cover Southern Arizona the way it deserves. One of Seth Rush's painted pieces, drawing on his mixed Indigenous heritage, including Purépecha, Cherokee, Mohawk and Apache ancestry. Katherine Martinez / Tucson Spotlight. But Rush, who was still relying on a walker, was unable to return and ultimately lost his job. His temporary medical leave payments stopped just as he was set to begin physical therapy, leaving him in limbo. "I was getting little to no information," Rush said of next steps. That same month, his partner lost food stamp benefits due to the government shutdown, and in December, the two lost their apartment. Rush hadn't yet started receiving military benefits, so he found himself couch surfing alone. He returned to a familiar decompression tool to comfort himself, picking up a marker and a piece of canvas and unknowingly embarking on the start of his comeback story. Rush had been creating art for years as a way to destress after work. When the pieces began to pile up in the corner of his home, he would throw them away. "I am one of those people that didn't think I had any artistic talent," Rush said. But a paint night boosted his confidence, and he started to casually sell his art. When he lost his job and his mobility became limited, Rush decided to dive into his artwork as a means to make ends meet. Occasional sales weren't enough to pay the bills, but eventually, he caught a break. Rush checked himself into the Tucson VA in March and began attending counseling. His doctor also adjusted his mental health medications, allowing him to focus on getting back on his feet and trying to sell his artwork full time. He contacted The Warrior Healing Center in Sierra Vista to see if the group could help, and staff put him in contact with Primavera's Project Action Veteran, which arranged an apartment for Rush and his partner. Once he was back in stable housing, he inquired at The Mall at Sierra Vista about a space to sell his art and was given permission to set up a table. Seth Rush sells his artwork at a table inside The Mall at Sierra Vista, where his pieces have drawn a steady following since he began setting up shop there. Katherine Martinez / Tucson Spotlight. It didn't take long for him to find an audience. "I saw his art and it just stopped me dead in my tracks," said shopper Adeline, who came across an unaccompanied table of Rush's work. Normally, Adeline doesn't stop if no one is manning a display, but Rush's pieces were different, she said. "This is a must," she said. "This is artistry at its best." Rush's work draws on his mixed Indigenous heritage, which includes Purépecha, also known as Tarascan, Cherokee, Mohawk and Apache ancestry. His style was inspired by what he saw during a sweat lodge ceremony, a Native American method of healing and prayer. Adeline ended up purchasing a piece for her husband's office on the Mescalero Apache Reservation. Rush's partnership with the mall in Sierra Vista has evolved, and he's since been commissioned to create a new mural next to the food court. Rush's accident may have ended his career as a surgical technologist, but it opened the door for him to make a living doing what he loves. Today, he stays busy with gallery shows and teaching art classes at the Warrior Healing Center on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. His pieces are available to view and purchase at the Endeavor Gallery in Benson, and they'll be on display at the Sierra Vista library during the month of August before moving to the Huachuca Heart Association Gallery in September. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Border grant splits Pima County law enforcement Oro Valley, Marana and Sahuarita are continuing to accept funding from the controversial Operation Stonegarden border security program, even as the Tucson Police Department and Pima County Sheriff's Department have cut ties with it. Operation Stonegarden, part of the federal Homeland Security Grant Program, was expanded in 2006 to make it easier for local, state and federal officers to collaborate on border security enforcement. The Homeland Security Grant Program is funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Local law enforcement agencies apply for Stonegarden funds through the Arizona Department of Homeland Security, the only entity in the state that can submit applications to FEMA, which then distributes the money to those agencies as subawards. The city of Tucson stopped accepting Stonegarden funding in 2020, with the Tucson Police Department announcing its withdrawal in a Dec. 30, 2019 email that cited the federal government's refusal to let any of the grant money go toward humanitarian aid for asylum seekers, according to the Arizona Daily Star. Pima County followed shortly after, with supervisors voting 3-2 in February 2020 to reject future funds, citing the strain deputy overtime placed on the county budget and pension obligations, as well as concerns that the program pulled local deputies into federal immigration enforcement. Santa Cruz County stopped accepting Stonegarden funding last year, with Sheriff David Hathaway telling KVOA the decision stemmed from his discomfort with the idea of his department being put under federal control. Tucson Spotlight trains the next generation of Southern Arizona journalists and publishes their work free for everyone. No paywalls, no corporate backing — just readers who believe this community deserves better local news. Oro Valley recorded one homicide in 2025, up from zero in 2024 and 2023, though aggravated assault, the most common violent crime in the data, has fallen from 22 incidents in 2023 to 13 in both 2024 and 2025. Sahuarita's town council most recently approved $160,242 in Stonegarden funds in May for equipment, including license plate readers and mobile data computers. It's unclear when Marana last accepted the funds, and Tucson Spotlight has requested that information. Oro Valley's 2025-26 budget shows the town was awarded a $435,759 Operation Stonegarden grant during the 2024-25 fiscal year, which was used for equipment, overtime and mileage to combat illegal contraband, human smuggling and other transnational threats. In June, the town council unanimously approved accepting $143,000 in supplemental Stonegarden funds, with town documents saying the money would fund "targeted deployments of officers to impact the flow of smugglers engaged in human trafficking and illegal contraband, as well as possible terrorists who intend to cause harm or commit crimes against this nation." The grant agreement notes that certain federal provisions requiring cooperation with immigration officials are currently suspended under 2025 court orders, and would take effect only if those orders are lifted. OVPD's continued acceptance of Operation Stonegarden funds has been a way for the town to expand the police department's reach without using taxpayer money, according to OVPD public information officer Darren Wright. "It allows us to put more officers on the streets for criminal interdiction, to reduce crime and to make our community safer," Wright said. Many law enforcement agencies have funding left over at the end of the year, with the excess awarded to other agencies as supplemental funding throughout the year. "We receive some of those funds that another agency may not have completely used," Wright said. Theft remains Oro Valley's most common property crime by far, though 2025 figures show a decline across most categories compared with the previous two years, according to FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Stonegarden money is mostly used to fund overtime for officers and reimburse gas mileage for police vehicles, Wright said. But in May, the town council approved supplemental Stonegarden funding for OVPD to purchase night vision goggles. While Oro Valley is 70 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, Wright stressed the importance of the town's strategic position. "The border has a pipeline of criminal activity that comes directly through here into the rest of the country," Wright said. "That includes guns and drugs and other contraband and things like that, so those are the things that this grant is looking for to try to eliminate." Tucson Spotlight has requested the amount of funding accepted over the past five years and the number of referrals made by Oro Valley and Marana police to Border Patrol during that same time, but the requests have not yet been filled. Wright said OVPD had not received pushback from residents about its continued use of Operation Stonegarden funds, but residents expressed concern this spring when the town council authorized police to lease drones through Flock Safety. The program, Drone as First Responder, helps detain people charged with drug trafficking, human smuggling, illegal immigration and other border-related crimes. The town used a state grant to fight border crime to pay for the drones' $146,000 lease and said they will not be used in immigration enforcement or to assist ICE. Still, many residents shared concerns about privacy and data use during council meetings leading up to and after the vote. Oro Valley resident Sean Glaser said during the January meeting he was concerned about directing town tax dollars toward border operations, saying the decision would "fundamentally change the relationship between" the town and its residents. "We've not received any significant negative feedback – or positive," Wright said about the department's continued use of Stonegarden funding. "We (don't) receive a lot of feedback at all." Arizona Public Media's Noor Haghighi writes that more than 650 freelance photographers nationwide, including Tucson's Cassidy Araiza and Phoenix's Jesse Rieser, are refusing to sign a new Wall Street Journal contract that shifts to a work-for-hire model, stripping photographers of their ability to license their own images. The Journal's parent company, News Corp, has struck AI training deals with both OpenAI and Meta, fueling photographers' concerns that the new contract terms are designed to make their work more freely exploitable by AI systems. KGUN's Craig Smith reports that jury selection has concluded and testimony is underway in the trial of Jack Upchurch, who is charged with murder in the Christmas Eve 2024 killing of Paul Clifford, a man who was shot and burned after opening his door to help stranded strangers near Redington. Prosecutors say Upchurch, along with co-defendants Wendy Scott and Elmer Smith, who were minors at the time and have since pleaded guilty to lesser charges, shot Clifford after his truck broke down. Arizona Luminaria's Summer Williams writes that Tucson bars, cafes and homes have become gathering spots for World Cup fans this summer, as the 48-team tournament, hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States, draws crowds seeking both soccer and a sense of community. At spots like Zerai's International Bar and Holy Focaccia, fans described the games as a rare, unifying window into other cultures and identities, one that has also boosted small business traffic during the city's slower summer season. KVOA's Andrew Capasso reports that Tucson gas prices jumped nearly 20 cents in a single day, the largest one-day spike in months, pushing the local average to $3.97 per gallon, according to AAA. The increase adds more than $2 to the cost of filling an average tank. Statewide, Arizona's average has climbed to $4.05 per gallon, compared with a national average of $3.89. Share Tucson Spotlight Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please support our work with a paid subscription. Upgrade my subscription Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580383a12eaf174af7c701 National Hot Dog Day deals: Here's where to get free and $1 hot dogs te 2026-07-15T22:02:43.844Z National Hot Dog Day deals: Here's where to get free and $1 hot dogs July 15 is National Hot Dog Day, and several food retailers nationwide are offering promotions to celebrate. Americans consume roughly 20 billion hot dogs each year, or 70 hot dogs per person, on average, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC). Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Americans eat an estimated 7 billion hot dogs, enough to stretch from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles more than five times, according to the NHDSC. GAS STATION FOOD IS 'EXTRAORDINARY' AND 'HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT,' SAYS TOP CHEF From gas stations and convenience stores to traditional restaurants, there are plenty of ways to get a deal on one of America's favorite summer foods. At 7-Eleven, customers who use its app can get any two roller grill items, including the Big Bite hot dog, for $3.50. The Big Bite hot dog is an all-beef, quarter-pound dog that can be customized with various sauces and condiments at the chain's Big Bite bar. Speedway and Stripes stores, which are owned by 7-Eleven, are offering a similar deal for rewards members. Circle K is honoring the day by selling roller grill hot dogs for $1 when purchased through the store's app. New Englanders who have a Cumberland Farms store nearby can get two hot dogs for $3 until July 20. Love's is offering a free hot dog through its app. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Sheetz, which partners with Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs, is promoting a deal in which customers can get two free hot dogs through its app when they purchase fuel. The convenience store chain is also promoting the launch of the "Big Glizzy" (an internet slang term for a hot dog) in partnership with Nathan's and Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes. The menu item consists of an extra large Nathan's Famous stadium-style hot dog on a soft bun. Krystal Rewards members can get a free Classic Pup, Corn Pup or Chili Cheese Pup with a qualifying $5 purchase on National Hot Dog Day. The co-owners of Dogs Out, a seasonal hot dog stand that Fox and Friends reported has become a staple of the Jersey Shore, are on a quest to "make hot dogs cool again." Dogs Out co-founders Matt D’Arcy and Keith Stedronsky will be celebrating National Hot Dog Day with a "high-energy" hot dog-eating competition tour for college fraternities, with competitors vying for a cash prize and a championship belt. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Registered rewards members of the gourmet hot dog and hamburger chain Dog Haus, based in California, can get a free Haus Dog on National Hot Dog Day, in addition to earning a two-for-the-price-of-one Haus Dog offer from July 16 through the end of the month. At the Philly Pretzel Factory, customers can purchase $1 pretzel dogs, while app users are eligible for a free pretzel dog. Portillo's restaurant members who spend $5 or more at the fast-casual chain known for its Chicago-style hot dogs can earn a hot dog for $1. Shake Shack is offering a Classic Hot Dog paired with either Classic Fries or a Classic Lemonade for $8 through its app with the promo code SUMMERDOG. Sonic is celebrating its Dog Days of Summer promotion with app-exclusive hot dog and corn dog offers that vary by date and location. Wienerschnitzel, a fast-food chain that specializes in hot dogs, is selling four chili dogs for $4. Regional grocery store Tom Thumb is offering two hot dogs for $3 until July 20. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Offers vary by location, and many are only available on National Hot Dog Day. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580370a12eaf174af7c6f8 Argentina stuns England with thrilling comeback to advance to World Cup final against Spain te 2026-07-15T22:02:24.389Z Argentina stuns England with thrilling comeback to advance to World Cup final against Spain Argentina, never say die. Once again, the Argentines came from behind, this time against England, to win 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal and keep the dream of repeating as champions alive. Argentina was held off the scoresheet for 85 minutes, and finally broke through when Lionel Messi set up Enzo Fernandez just outside of the penalty box, and the 25-year-old hooked a shot around England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford into the back of the net to knot it at 1-1. Lautaro Martinez then played the hero as he came off the bench and into Argentine soccer lore by scoring the winning goal in stoppage. In the 92nd minute, Messi recorded his second assist after he gathered a loose ball and played a beautiful pass into the penalty area, where Martinez was waiting unmarked. Martinez headed the ball past Pickford to send the Argentine fans into a frenzy as they completed the comeback. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM England tried to tie it with the remaining stoppage time, but they were unable to muster up a quality chance. The first half was largely uneventful, as it was the first game since 1966 in which neither team recorded a shot in the first half, according to the FOX broadcast. Anthony Gordon got the scoring started when he buried a cross from Morgan Rogers to put England on the board first in the 55th minute with an acrobatic finish. Harry Kane sparked the counter with a long pass that left the Argentina defense flummoxed for the first time all game. However, that would end up being the lone true scoring opportunity of the game for the Three Lions. After England got on the board, Argentina's pressure was relentless, but England was able to stave off the Argentine attack for about 30 minutes. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! England defender Djed Spence made a fantastic tackle in the 58th minute to help keep Argentina off the board after a breakaway from Giuliano Simeone. Argentina goalie Emilio Martinez came up big in the 66th minute by making his first save of the game on Declan Rice to keep the score 1-0 and avoid putting Argentina in a multi-goal hole. After the save, Argentina quickly countered and went back on the attack. Pickford, England's all-time leader in games played at the World Cup, made a remarkable save on the goal line with a header from Nicolás González just before the hydration break to preserve England’s 1-0 lead. Alexis Mac Allister kept the pressure on for Argentina when his header in the 76th minute rang off the post. Pickford made his fourth save of the game when he clipped Fernandez's shot in the 86th minute, but the Argentine broke through later in the minute. Off a corner kick, Messi set up Fernandez just outside of the box, and the 25-year-old hooked a shot around Pickford into the back of the net. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS With the win, Argentina has the opportunity to become the first back-to-back World Cup winner since Brazil did it in 1958 and 1962. They will face Spain in the final on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on FOX. 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/6a58035ca12eaf174af7c6ef Ex-Dem fundraiser torches Biden as book launch implodes: 'No one wants to read' te 2026-07-15T22:02:04.933Z Ex-Dem fundraiser torches Biden as book launch implodes: 'No one wants to read' Lindy Li, a former top Democratic fundraiser, believes President Joe Biden is only doing himself a disservice by promising the public another explanation of why he decided to run for reelection in 2024 despite mounting concerns about his age and cognitive performance. In her view, Biden’s upcoming memoir, titled "Promise Me, America," will only serve to reopen painful wounds that Democrats have struggled to move past since the 2024 election loss. In a way, she believes the book is a bit of a microcosm of Biden’s presidency itself. "They’re thinking ‘why can’t you just shut the f--- up? Prior to me leaving the party, they wanted nothing to do with this guy. It was so bad that when, finally, Biden exited on July 21, there was no goodbye party other than a staffer one in the Rose Garden. There was nothing," Li said. "Jill has him writing books that no one wants to read instead of fully enjoying his retirement," Li said, referring to Jill Biden, the former first lady. EX-DEM INSIDER REVEALS SHE WILL EXPOSE DEMOCRATS WHO COVERED UP BIDEN'S COGNITIVE DECLINE IN NEW BOOK "Just like she had him out running for president — a presidency that no one wanted, not even Democrats — instead of enjoying his retirement. He should have been in retirement 10, 20 years ago, but they need the money," Li said. Biden described his upcoming book in a post to X on Wednesday morning. "It’s about the challenges we face as a nation. About the decisions I made and why I made them," Biden said, igniting mockery on social media. "It’s about why I chose to run for reelection and why I chose to step aside." "The first lie of Joe Biden’s book launch: ‘I’ve written a book,’" wrote conservative communicator Steve Guest. "Joe Biden couldn’t sign his own pardons. Now he’s ‘written’ a book, which Democrats forced him to release after the midterms so he wouldn’t be in the news to remind people how bad he was," wrote Outkick founder Clay Travis. "Who in the world is buying this book?" "Who do we think wrote this book," questioned Daily Wire editor-in-chief Brent Scher. "Did the autopen write this too," Missouri Republican Rep. Jason Smith questioned. Li, who is publishing a new book of her own titled "Unburdened" later this year, was privy to many of the party’s internal discussions, research, and panic behind the scenes, which indicated Biden enjoyed only shaky support even among his own camp long before he ultimately dropped out of the 2024 election. BIDEN BOOK LAUNCH BACKFIRES AS CRITICS MOCK ‘AUTOPEN’ PRESIDENT INTO OBLIVION In light of what she knows, Li doubts there is a way for Biden to spin his exit that won’t do further harm to his own image — an image his campaign went to great lengths to protect. In one event, Li recalled how the Biden campaign confiscated her phone in a 2023 event. "The [Democratic National Committee] was routinely confiscating the phones of top donors with social media followings," Li said, referring to a party fundraising and campaign group. "They took away my phone because they knew I was a prolific tweeter. And I posted something on Instagram that night and a finance director from the DNC called me at around 10 or 11 that same night to instruct me to delete everything from Instagram about Biden that I posted that day. "The reason is because [Biden] seemed infirm. He seemed weak," Li said. DEMOCRATS’ MIDTERM PUSH CLOUDED BY INFIGHTING OVER PARTY KEEPING 2024 AUTOPSY UNDER WRAPS Now on this side of his presidency, Li believes he will further aggravate Democrats who have wanted to move past the 2024 election and reignite questions of why Biden wasn’t asked to step aside sooner. "It's very clear they were trying to hide the fact that instead of having a candidate they could be proud of, they were busy hiding a candidate that they were deeply ashamed of," she added. Fox News' Ashley DiMella contributed to this report Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580348a12eaf174af7c6d0 MCKINNON1.jpg te 2026-07-15T22:01:44.455Z MCKINNON1.jpg Ronald Lee McKinnon Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580334a12eaf174af7c6c7 Mohave County Silent Witness offers reward in search for man wanted in attempted Dolan Springs homicide te 2026-07-15T22:01:24.486Z Mohave County Silent Witness offers reward in search for man wanted in attempted Dolan Springs homicide BULLHEAD CITY — Mohave County Sheriff's Office is reaching out to Mohave County communities to help locate a wanted man. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580320a12eaf174af7c6be BE INVOLVED (DO NOT PUBLISH) te 2026-07-15T22:01:04.523Z BE INVOLVED (DO NOT PUBLISH) • Sept. 8: Colorado River Union High School District, 6 p.m., 3663 Bullhead Parkway, Bullhead City Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a580100a12eaf174af7c5f1 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar misses the point on Caitlin Clark and the face of the WNBA debate te 2026-07-15T21:52:00.967Z Kareem Abdul-Jabbar misses the point on Caitlin Clark and the face of the WNBA debate Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has every right to think A’ja Wilson is a better basketball player than Caitlin Clark. A lot of people do, and I'm not here to argue they're wrong. Wilson is a four-time WNBA MVP, three-time Defensive Player of the Year, eight-time All-Star and three-time league champion. There’s no argument that Clark’s professional résumé is as robust as Wilson’s. CHINEY OGWUMIKE CLAIMING THAT A’JA WILSON IS ‘GREATER’ THAN TOM BRADY EXPOSES ESPN’S WNBA CREDIBILITY PROBLEM But that isn't the same argument as saying Wilson is the "face of the league" and Caitlin Clark is not. That's where Kareem is very, very wrong. Abdul-Jabbar wrote on his Substack about the letter sent by 11 Republican lawmakers to the WNBA asking commissioner Cathy Engelbert to address the physical treatment Clark has received on the court. The letter called Clark "the face of your league," which apparently bothered Kareem quite a bit. He called Clark "a very good, possibly even a great, player," but argued that labeling one player the face of the league without the "on-court and cross-platform dominance" of Michael Jordan or LeBron James is insulting to other great players. OK, fine. But Kareem is leaving out some critical context. LeBron James did not have LeBron James’ résumé when fans decided he was the face of the NBA. LeBron was on the cover of Sports Illustrated as "The Chosen One" while he was still in high school. He entered the NBA with a massive Nike contract, national television attention and the full weight of the basketball world already on his shoulders before he played a single minute in the league. He won Rookie of the Year in 2003-04, but he didn't win his first MVP until the 2008-09 season. He didn't win his first championship until 2012. In other words, what on-court accomplishments is Kareem talking about? When James was in his third NBA season, as Clark is now, the commercial anointing had already happened, even though championships and MVPs were still years away. The Cavaliers didn't make the playoffs in either of his first two seasons. Clark, meanwhile, helped a Fever team that had missed the playoffs seven straight seasons reach the postseason in her rookie year. And, like LeBron, she was the No. 1 overall pick in the draft and won Rookie of the Year. So what exactly is the standard? Kareem is using the finished version of LeBron to argue against the early version of Clark. That's convenient, but intellectually dishonest. The NBA didn't wait for LeBron to become a champion before treating him like the sport’s next great commercial engine. Remember "The Decision"? LeBron had an entire television special dedicated to his free agency in 2010. What were his accomplishments to that point? Two MVPs and zero championships. Now, two MVPs isn't nothing. But he had never won a title and had been swept in his only NBA Finals appearance. The season prior to "The Decision," LeBron's Cavs were bounced in the second round of the playoffs. And ESPN still turned his free agency into a television event, the only TV special anyone can name dedicated to one player choosing his next team. Nike signed 18-year-old LeBron James to a historic deal worth a guaranteed $87 million over seven years before he stepped foot on an NBA court. As for the fans, James' No. 23 Cavaliers jersey was the top-selling jersey during his rookie season and helped the NBA shatter its previous merchandise sales records. The media, Nike and fans didn't wait for LeBron to pile up championships, MVPs and other accolades before anointing him "the face of the league." Does all of this sound familiar? It should. WNBA WANTS A BIGGER STORY THAN CAITLIN CLARK, BUT TV RATINGS KEEP POINTING BACK TO HER Clark won WNBA Rookie of the Year and set the WNBA single-season assists record. She set rookie records for points and made threes. She averaged 19.2 points, 8.4 assists and 5.7 rebounds as a rookie. Oh, and she easily led the league in jersey sales and boosted WNBA television viewership to levels it had never seen. That doesn't make her Michael Jordan or LeBron James. It also doesn't mean she is a better player than A’ja Wilson. But "face of the league" is not the same as best player. It simply refers to the business reality. And the business reality is obvious to anyone not trying desperately to pretend otherwise. When Clark plays, people watch. Recently, she helped the league set a late-night regular-season viewership record, with Fever-Sparks averaging 1.04 million viewers across USA Network and CNBC for a game starting at 10 p.m. ET or later. That is the kind of audience the league could only dream about prior to her arrival. That didn't happen because of A'ja Wilson, who has been in the WNBA since 2018. Clark helped a late-night regular-season game on cable draw more than one million viewers. Game 4 of Wilson’s 2022 WNBA Finals, when the Aces won their first championship, drew less than 400,000 viewers on ESPN So Clark's Fever averaged more than two-and-a-half times as many viewers for a regular season game in mid-July starting at 10 p.m. ET as Wilson's team drew for the 2022 WNBA Finals clincher. Clark is the one who brought millions more people into the tent. Thanks to Clark, far more people know who A'ja Wilson is today. It's not the other way around. Tim Duncan won five NBA championships and collected two league MVPs and three NBA Finals MVPs. He was an excellent basketball player. But he was never considered the "face of the league." Allen Iverson, a contemporary of Duncan, was a much bigger cultural force and has a stronger claim to "face of the league" in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Iverson won one MVP and zero championships. Except no one was complaining about Iverson being more popular than Duncan among fans. Everyone understood that it just happens sometimes. That's why the blowback against Clark is so revealing. There is a growing group of people who seem almost offended by the idea that Clark matters this much. They don't just want to argue that Wilson is better, they want to downplay Clark’s impact. Let's return to Kareem's diatribe for a perfect example. Kareem, like many in the media (and in the WNBA itself), tried to shift the conversation away from the abuse Clark is suffering on the court to the online abuse suffered by Black players. Recall that Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas, Fever coach Stephanie White and WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert all used the same tactic. Thomas, who drove her fist into Clark's throat, immediately claimed she was receiving racial insults and death threats on social media. She did not publicly provide evidence of either claim in that immediate response. White and Engelbert quickly acted to condemn online trolling, but stayed mostly quiet about the actual incident on the court where Thomas flagrantly fouled Clark. FEVER HEAD COACH LECTURES AMERICA ON RACISM AND HOMOPHOBIA AS CAITLIN CLARK NARRATIVE STARTS TO SHIFT Another recent example involved Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray. She posted a message she received on social media that contained a racial slur. Gray said she received the message after the Aces played the Fever, and Hilton Grand Vacations said the accused employee was no longer with the company. Here's what Kareem wrote: "To the people in Congress and the commissioner’s office: take the constant, deliberate, and premeditated online abuse of players as seriously as you take the occasional incidents that occur on the court in the heat of the moment. We have systems in place for dealing with what happens to players during the game, but we need to get better at helping them when the games are over." What, exactly, is Kareem's point here? That Congress should step in and stop people from hurling racially charged insults on the internet? That's a direct violation of the First Amendment. Is he suggesting the WNBA should step in and start policing internet trolls? Good luck. The league has infinitely more control over what happens between the lines than what happens on social media (where they have zero control). It controls the officials, the discipline, and the messages it sends to players in the league. That's what lawmakers were asking about. Kareem can disagree with the framing of the letter or even the value of sending it in the first place. He's certainly not alone. But using DMs sent by trolls to minimize the on-court treatment of the league’s biggest star is a dodge. And it keeps happening. Kareem is right about one thing: Caitlin Clark is not Michael Jordan or LeBron James. At least not yet. But if he wants to use LeBron as the example, then he has to stick to the timeline. LeBron was anointed before he won anything. He was made the face of the future because everyone could see where the sport was headed. That's exactly what's happening with Clark. She is the face of the WNBA. The people so fervently arguing otherwise are actually proving the point, even if they don't realize it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5800eda12eaf174af7c5e8 Kelly Bensimon says she's lucky to be alive after horror head-on crash left her unconscious te 2026-07-15T21:51:41.513Z Kelly Bensimon says she's lucky to be alive after horror head-on crash left her unconscious Kelly Bensimon said she was "lucky" to be alive after a horror head-on crash sent the Uber carrying her and celebrity chef Andrew Molen spinning. Bensimon and Molen detailed the terrifying moments after an oncoming vehicle slammed into the Uber carrying them, describing a violent impact that left the former "Real Housewives of New York City" star briefly unconscious and both hospitalized. "I’m lucky to have walked away alive," Bensimon told Page Six. "My right arm is a mess," the real estate agent added. "My head went straight into the back of the seat. It was really bad. I was unconscious for a couple seconds. I was freaking out. I thought I broke my arm." TOM CRUISE SAVED SAMANTHA HARRIS FROM GETTING CRUSHED BY A '500-POUND' MOTORCYCLE The reality star said the violent impact left her disoriented and in agony. "I am totally out of it, I am in so much pain," she said. "My head went back and banged [Andrew] on his chin. There were makeup marks on the airbag." While Bensimon focused on the injuries she suffered, Molen described the frightening chain of events that unfolded in the seconds leading up to the collision. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Molen recalled seeing the car coming at them and yelling, "brake, brake." "[The other car] came straight on," Molen claimed. "You didn’t hear brakes screech. He came straight in at full blast. We got hit so hard. Kelly went flying. I hit the ceiling. Airbags went off. There was dust everywhere."  "Kelly was out cold. She kept falling back," he said, "The car spun." The crash didn't just leave Molen shaken. He said it also sidelined him professionally, forcing him to cancel five events as he dealt with lingering pain from the collision. "I am in a lot of pain," he said. "They had to help us into ambulances." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The crash came less than a year after Bensimon faced another frightening health scare. The 58-year-old underwent a three-hour surgery to remove her breast implants after one ruptured. Doctors also tested her tissue for cancer, leaving her anxiously awaiting the results. "It was a really, really difficult time," Bensimon told In Touch. "While you're resting, you're thinking, 'Do I have something? Am I going to be OK?'" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5800b0a12eaf174af7c5a6 Hegseth Plans to Screen All Troops, Even Women, for Low Testosterone te 2026-07-15T21:50:40.582Z Hegseth Plans to Screen All Troops, Even Women, for Low Testosterone Pete Hegseth, as defense secretary, has sought to cultivate an image as a manosphere-friendly leader. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a58009ca12eaf174af7c598 Dance, shop, create: The best things to do in Tucson this weekend te 2026-07-15T21:50:20.622Z Dance, shop, create: The best things to do in Tucson this weekend Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57fe6fa12eaf174af7c54e To sign or not to sign: Autograph boom creates dilemma for players te 2026-07-15T21:41:03.798Z To sign or not to sign: Autograph boom creates dilemma for players PHOENIX – As Arizona Diamondbacks players make their way onto the field for batting practice, dozens of fans can be heard shouting their favorite players’ names.  “Corbin!” “Ketel!” “Geraldo!” The railing quickly disappears beneath a sea of outstretched arms. Fans press shoulder to shoulder, stretching baseballs, jerseys and cards as far as they can over the padding. Some weave through the crowd searching for an opening, hoping their item will be one a player chooses. Mixed into the crowd though are autograph hounds, fans carrying backpacks stuffed with baseballs and stacks of cards with the intention of reselling signed items online.  From a distance, the fans and the hounds look the same. This has created a unique dilemma: Every time a player steps toward the crowd of fans, they are forced into a split-second judgment. A signature might become a lifelong memory for a child or a product listed online within minutes.  “I’m usually pretty open to sign as long as I’m not warming up to pitch in a game,” Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ryne Nelson said. “I try to take care of the kids first. I remember when I was one of those little kids asking for autographs.”  Nelson said he’s aware that some of what he signs will be resold, but trying to separate fans from resellers is not something he worries about.  “I feel if I turned people away, I would be turning away people who want them for the right reasons,” he said.  Not all players are in agreement with this approach however. Longtime NHL beat writer Mike Russo revealed that the player in question in this tweet was Hall of Famer Pavel Bure. A former star I know used to ask these guys who to make the autograph out to. The second they said “nobody,” he handed the marker back https://t.co/T71mK11Mwh — Michael Russo (@RussoHockey) November 24, 2025 The autograph economy For longtime collector and Texas native Mike Moynihan, the dilemma players face today is the result of a hobby that has grown far beyond what it once was. Moynihan began collecting autographs and baseball cards in 1981, a hobby that quickly turned into a lifelong passion. “I’ve always loved autographs because they create a different kind of connection,” Moynihan said. “Knowing a player actually touched that card or interacted with someone to sign it makes it feel more personal than simply owning the card itself.”  Back when Moynihan first started collecting autographs there wasn’t much money in it. “I remember going to shows where you could get Joe DiMaggio’s autograph for five dollars,” Moynihan said. “If we could all go back in time, we’d all hop in our DeLoreans for those opportunities.”  Back then, autograph shows were smaller, often held in malls, VFW halls or community centers. Today, the scale has changed entirely. “There are simply far more card shows than there used to be,” Moynihan said. “You can find a major card show somewhere in the country almost every weekend.” That growth has pushed prices higher across the board. Hall of Famers and modern stars alike now commonly command triple-digit fees for signatures. That change is rooted in simple economics. “If David Ortiz is charging $400 for an autograph, it’s because people are paying it,” Moynihan said. “If nobody paid that price, it would come down.” For Moynihan, the hobby hasn’t changed nearly as much as the business around it.  “The biggest difference is the amount of money involved now,” Moynihan said. “In many ways, that’s taken some of the joy out of it.” For companies operating inside the memorabilia industry, that growth has been impossible to ignore.  Jared Kavlie has watched the hobby evolve from both as a collector and business owner. Kavlie started collecting autographs as a teenager in Arizona before founding and becoming the President of Pristine Auction with his wife in 2010. “I took my collection that I’d accumulated all those years and that’s how we started,” Kavlie said. “Then it turned into a consignment-based business from there.”  What began in the couple’s spare bedroom has grown into two facilities spanning more than 60,000 square feet in Phoenix. “We sell over a million auction items per year,” Kavlie said. “We ship over 1,000 packages a day.” The company’s growth shows just how quickly the memorabilia industry has grown.   “Before 2020 we were under $100 million in annual sales,” Kavlie said. “A couple of years later we exceeded $100 million, then reached about $120 million last year, and we’ll exceed $150 million this year.” Pristine Auction expects annual sales to reach $150 million in 2026, up from $75 million in 2020. Source: Pristine Auction President Jared Kavlie. Kavlie saw an increase in sales during an unexpected time.  “We saw a massive boom during COVID,” he said. “Honestly, I expected the opposite. I thought people would stop buying collectibles because of all the uncertainty. “I guess people were stuck at home shopping online, and collectibles really took off.” Kavlie said prices are increasingly shaped by investors and real-time market data.  “The industry works a lot like the stock market,” Kavlie said. “It’s driven by comparable sales.” Kavlie doesn’t believe the demand for sports memorabilia will slow down any time soon.  “Could the market soften? Sure,” he said. “But once values become established, it takes something significant to bring them down, and right now we’re seeing the opposite.” Different players, different rules For many players, there is no perfect way to handle autograph requests. Instead, there are personal rules shaped by comfort and circumstance.  Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald said his approach is entirely dependent on where he is at the moment. “The people who ask at the team hotel aren’t going to get my autograph,” Sewald said. “That’s my time. “Also people that hound me when I’m trying to get coffee or just going to get lunch with my family, they are not going to get one from me either.” NHL star Connor Bedard suffered a similar fate in the tweet Russo referenced above when he was harassed on the street by an autograph hound. Bedard has been a willing signer of autographs in the past, and that’s a point that Sewald emphasized: right place, right time.  When Sewald is at the ballpark, he said his mindset changes. “We spend a lot of time at the field, so if you want an autograph, get one there,” he said. “The time on the field is part of the fan interaction.” Sewald said it’s easy to spot people who are only there to make a profit. They carry backpacks full of cards, baseballs and multiple photos of the same image, but he does not make it his responsibility to judge intent. “I don’t mind signing one or two for them,” he said. “At the end of the day, it’s none of my business.”  The interactions that mean the most to him though are the personal ones. “When someone has your jersey and is excited to see you, it’s something really special,” Sewald said. “The people who actually really want my signature are the reason I stop and sign.”  While most autograph seekers respect those boundaries, some take their pursuit too far. In 2025, a fan harassed Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase on a flight because he didn’t sign an autograph for him.  After Chase declined to sign, the fan began to record Chase and announced, “Everybody say hi to Ja’Marr Chase on your way out,” The video also included the text, “Should’ve signed that auto and I wouldn’t have blown your cover.”  View this post on Instagram Similarly in August 2015, an autograph seeker followed Warriors guard Stephen Curry in his car for nearly 30 miles. PSA. Noticeably following my family’s car on the road for nearly 30 miles & tailing me the whole way is not the best way to get an autograph — Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) August 19, 2015 Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage has drawn his own line. As mail requests have become increasingly common, he has decided not to participate. “I mean, people send me my cards in the mail to sign and send back, but I don’t sign them,” Yesavage said on The Hobby Never Sleeps Podcast. “If you send them to me, you’re not going to get them back.” Unlike autograph requests at the ballpark, mail requests can often feel intrusive, blurring the line between fan interaction and a player’s private life.  Baseball greats reflect On the opposite end, MLB Hall of Famer Fergie Jenkins has come to appreciate those types of requests. “People often include letters when they send autograph requests to me,” Jenkins said. “They’ll mention that I won 20 games six years in a row or just talk about my accomplishments and how much I meant to them. “When someone remembers your career, it’s really rewarding.” Playing alongside Cubs legends Ernie Banks, Billy Williams and Ron Santo, Jenkins became one of the faces of Chicago baseball in the 60s. Still, he never viewed signing autographs as a chore. “It never really bothered me when people asked for my autograph during my career,” Jenkins said. “I always considered it an honor.” Over the past decade, Jenkins has started to notice more of a demand for his autograph. “I think things have changed because we’ve lost so many Hall of Famers lately, Whitey Ford, Tom Seaver, Frank Robinson, Bob Gibson and so many others,” Jenkins said. “There simply aren’t as many Hall of Famers from my era left.” With this new demand, Jenkins has noticed how autograph seekers have changed since his playing days. “When they see me at the ballpark during spring training, they come running over with all their items,” Jenkins said. “I know most plan to sell them.” Rather than refusing outright, Jenkins limits the quantity just like Sewald. “I don’t mind signing one for them,” he said. “But I won’t sign half a dozen baseballs or stacks of photographs because I know many of those are headed straight to the marketplace.” One lesson from fellow Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew has stayed with Jenkins throughout his life. “He said, ‘If you can write your name clearly so people know who signed it, they’ll treasure it much more than some scribbled signature,’” Jenkins said. For Jenkins, an autograph isn’t simply a signature. It’s part of a fan’s memory. The 1982 and 1983 National League MVP, Dale Murphy, shares the same perspective. “I started playing in the late 70s, and autograph collecting just wasn’t nearly as popular back then,” Murphy said. “It used to be just a hobby for people, now it’s a business” Today, Murphy signs thousands of autographs a year through agreements with Topps and Fanatics. He enjoys the personal interactions the most though. “I’m fortunate people still want my autograph after all these years,” Murphy said. “If I have the opportunity, I’m happy to sign for fans.” More than a signature For all the changes in the hobby, Moynihan believes the reason people seek autographs has never really changed. “It’s still about the connection,” he said. That connection is why after four decades of collecting, his most treasured item isn’t his rarest  or most valuable one.  It’s a baseball his father carried to games for years. “My dad would go to the ballpark and he never really knew what to get signed,” Moynihan said. “He carried the same baseball with him for years, and today it’s the centerpiece of my collection. It’s the one item I would never part with.” The baseball bears the signatures of some of the greatest names in baseball history, including Mickey Mantle on the sweet spot, Nolan Ryan, Reggie Jackson, Don Drysdale and Phil Rizzuto. Eventually, his father began bringing baseball cards. “He’d walk into a card shop and say, ‘The game’s coming up. I need a Phil Rizzuto card,’ or a Harmon Killebrew card, or an Al Kaline card,” Moynihan said. “He’d just buy whatever the shop had available and take it to the game.” Moynihan still owns every one of those cards. For him, the cards and baseball aren’t valuable because of what someone else might pay for them. “They remind me of my dad,” he said. That’s why he hopes players never lose sight of what an autograph can mean to the person asking.  “There’s nothing better than watching a kid at a ballpark get an autograph from a player,” Moynihan said. “That’s one of the most special experiences in sports. “Most kids don’t care if it’s a superstar or a role player. They’re simply excited that a player took the time to acknowledge them.” The post To sign or not to sign: Autograph boom creates dilemma for players appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57fc3ea12eaf174af7c4d4 Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels is not happy with perceived On3 QB rankings snub te 2026-07-15T21:31:42.649Z Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels is not happy with perceived On3 QB rankings snub It wouldn't be "talking season" without a little bulletin board material, and that's exactly what Florida State fans and players alike got at the opening rounds of ACC Media Days on Wednesday. To set the scene, On3 ranked their top ten quarterbacks in the Atlantic Coast Conference heading into 2026, featuring plenty of familiar names and hyped-up newcomers in the world of college football. Depending on who you ask, however, one name was conspicuously absent from the list. INTERNET IS UP IN ARMS ABOUT ESPN FPI RANKINGS, BUT EVERYONE IS MISSING ONE KEY POINT While guys like Darian Mensah and C.J. Bailey are givens, FSU quarterback Ashton Daniels feels like he belonged somewhere in the top-ten. The Auburn transfer was asked about the perceived snub from On3 at Media Days on Wednesday in Charlotte, and the senior signal caller did not mince words. On one hand, Daniels may have a legitimate gripe. Seeing names like Christopher Vizzina and Lincoln Kienholz make the top-ten with virtually no experience has to hurt, especially with standout performances against ranked teams like Vanderbilt and Alabama on his resume (albeit in losses). The experienced quarterback put up a combined 612 yards and three touchdowns through the air against both the Tide and Commodores in 2025, and he has over 700 passing attempts in his career. YOUTUBER BORDEAUX GOES IN DEPTH ON EA SPORTS COLLEGE FOOTBALL 27'S 'MICRO TRANSACTIONS' With that being said, his supporting cast at Auburn featured two top-end wide receivers catching the ball in Eric Singleton Jr. and Cam Coleman, and outside of standout Deuce Robinson, Daniels may not have the same firepower to turn to in Tallahassee. It's also worth noting that Daniels has a 24-22 touchdown-to-interception ratio for his career and has never averaged over seven yards per attempt in a season. It is clear, however, that Daniels — and Florida State as a whole — will have to earn any respect they get by going out and proving themselves on the field. A 7-17 record over the last two seasons doesn't earn anyone the benefit of the doubt, and although Daniels wasn't a part of those messes, they are the messes that he inherited when he signed up to play for head coach Mike Norvell. If Daniels can go out and lead the Seminoles to eight wins and, perhaps more miraculously, buy Norvell some more time in northwest Florida, I'm sure the folks at On3 will be more than happy to eat plenty of crow come December. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57fc2ba12eaf174af7c4cb Livvy Dunne reveals the reason it is 'really hard' to watch boyfriend Paul Skenes pitch te 2026-07-15T21:31:23.193Z Livvy Dunne reveals the reason it is 'really hard' to watch boyfriend Paul Skenes pitch For Livvy Dunne, watching her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, is not easy. Dunne, 23, said watching Skenes pitch is harder than competing as a gymnast at LSU and that she goes through a whirlwind of emotions during his starts. "Obviously, I think I got put on blast a few times while watching him," Dunne said during an appearance on MLB Network with Skenes. "I get nervous because I obviously want him to do his best. I love him. He usually pops out, does his thing, does amazing. But I feel every emotion while he’s out there doing his thing." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "It’s completely out of my control, which is really hard because while I was competing, I mean, I was in control of my own destiny. Now I just need to sit back, relax and trust him." Dunne went viral earlier this season when she was seen mouthing "F---" after Skenes gave up a home run to Toronto Blue Jays star George Springer. The former LSU star attends many of the games Skenes pitches and is an ardent supporter of her boyfriend and the Pirates. Dunne has gotten a firsthand look at Skenes’ stuff as she stepped into the batter's box before the Pirates ace left for spring training. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "I think all offseason Paul wanted me to stand in while he was pitching. I’ve been procrastinating all offseason because it’s scary and everybody told me it would be very scary," Dunne said. "It was the last day of the offseason before he went to spring training and he was like, ‘Nope, come. You’re going to stand there.’ And I thought he was joking, and I stood and I was frozen." Skenes said he buzzed her tower, meaning he threw high and inside to his girlfriend. "She had been asking me, too. She wanted to see it, or she said she wanted to see it, and then time comes, we got to see if you’re about it," Skenes said. The reigning NL Cy Young winner has an 8-8 record and a 3.57 ERA this season, and has been an anchor for a Pirates team that is in the thick of the National League Wild Card race at 50-47. 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/6a57fbeda12eaf174af7c489 Here Are the Maine Democrats Running to Replace Graham Platner te 2026-07-15T21:30:21.760Z Here Are the Maine Democrats Running to Replace Graham Platner To win, they’ll have to convince Democrats at a July 25 convention that they’re the best candidate to take on Senator Susan Collins, a Republican. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f9bea12eaf174af7c439 US senators grill Todd Blanche over ‘slush fund’ deal and Epstein files at Senate confirmation hearing te 2026-07-15T21:21:02.701Z US senators grill Todd Blanche over ‘slush fund’ deal and Epstein files at Senate confirmation hearing Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appears at his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill July 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Eric Lee/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche vowed Wednesday to lawmakers on Capitol Hill that if he is confirmed for the top post, the Justice Department would not oppose an effort in Congress to permanently ban a controversial “anti-weaponization” fund. Blanche also said he would consider any new information brought forward to the government about deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his ring of powerful associates. Multiple Epstein abuse survivors attended the Blanche confirmation hearing, some wearing t-shirts depicting the black bar redactions contained within the released files. Blanche, who previously worked as President Donald Trump’s defense attorney, appeared before a tightly divided Senate Committee on the Judiciary.  The Republican-led panel is now split 11-10 after the sudden death Saturday of South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham. A large bouquet of white roses was placed before his empty seat Wednesday. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is sworn in before testifying before the Senate Committee on the Judiciary for his confirmation hearing on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the Hart Senate Office Building. (Photo by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom) Lawmakers volleyed partisan accusations about the weaponization of the Department of Justice under presidents from both parties. Missouri’s GOP Sen. Eric Schmitt called former Biden administration special counsel Jack Smith a “dirt bag” for his involvement in prosecuting Trump over allegations of colluding to overturn the 2020 presidential election. But it was the plan for a nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund that brought tough questions for Blanche from two committee Republicans whose votes he needs to advance, Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina. The fund was established in exchange for Trump dropping his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS for the 2019 leak of his tax returns. With a raised voice, Tillis said he wants “to stick a fork in this turkey of a 1776 fund,” referring to the administration’s choice of making the fund exactly $1.776 billion, adding the fund “should never be paid out.” Confirmation fight The acting attorney general faces a possible rocky road to confirmation in the narrowly divided full Senate, assuming he is advanced by Judiciary, depending on when Kentucky Republican Mitch McConnell is released from hospitalization. Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine have previously opposed some items on Trump’s agenda. Blanche’s confirmation will also be up to a handful of lame duck or retiring Republican senators whose future Senate careers were thwarted by Trump. They include Cornyn, a Texas Republican, and Bill Cassidy, R-La. Both recently lost primaries when Trump endorsed their opponents. Blanche is a former federal prosecutor who switched to private law, eventually starting his own firm and representing Trump.  Blanche defended Trump during a New York state jury trial on charges that the then-former president falsified business records when he paid adult film star Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential election. Trump was found guilty on 34 felony charges in May 2024.  Blanche then served as the deputy at DOJ in the second Trump administration, confirmed on a party-line vote, before being named acting AG after the departure in early June of Pam Bondi. Trump and the Republican-led Senate have elevated the president’s former personal lawyers to high-level positions in the U.S. judicial system during his second term in office.  In addition to appointing Blanche, the president nominated former defense attorney Emil Bove to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit.  The Senate, in a narrow 50-49 vote, confirmed Bove for the lifetime position in June 2025. Collins and Murkowski broke with Republicans to oppose Bove’s confirmation. ‘Anti-weaponization’ fund Blanche caught heat from both sides of the aisle during the hourslong hearing for signing off on the “anti-weaponization” fund for claimants he previously described as “victims of lawfare.”  Critics quickly pounced on what they called a “slush fund” for its likely future payouts to pardoned Jan. 6, 2021 defendants, including those who assaulted police officers during the attack aimed at halting Congress’ certification of Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 presidential election. Blanche maintains the administration scrapped the fund. The acting attorney general sidestepped questions on whether he approved of Trump’s blanket pardon of roughly 1,600 defendants implicated in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. “The Constitution gives the president the full power to pardon anybody for any reason,” Blanche said. “You don’t question his decision?” ranking member Dick Durbin, D-Ill., asked. Blanche repeated his answer. Cornyn, displaying a blown-up copy of the IRS settlement deal, questioned Blanche on why the Department of Justice has not formally ended the fund. “Has there been a written agreement of the parties to modify the settlement fund?” asked Cornyn. “No, the settlement fund is just not moving forward. There’s no modification. It’s just, it never started. No money went from the Treasury to any other account,” Blanche replied. “I’m under oath today, and I’ve said it’s dead repeatedly,” Blanche later said to Sen. Chris Coons, a Delaware Democrat. Tillis said, “I think that the courts are probably going to deal with it. But why should we waste the court capacity on this issue? If I could walk to the Senate floor with an agreed-to piece of text coming from the administration that just renders this whole thing dead?” Blanche said the administration does “not object (to) that path.” Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, defended the arrangement to drop Trump’s IRS lawsuit as a “pretty darn good deal” that was settled “without the president receiving a single penny.” Blanche met with angry Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill May 21 to sell the settlement fund as several protested it by holding out on the passage of a massive immigration funding bill to support Trump’s mass deportation agenda for the remainder of his term. Blanche told House appropriators during a June 2 hearing that the administration would not move forward with the fund, but said he didn’t know “what that means to sign documents reversing” the fund. Trump tax immunity Trump’s settlement to drop his IRS lawsuit also indefinitely absolves him and his two plaintiff sons, Don Jr. and Eric, as well as the private Trump Organization, from government prosecutions and tax enforcement. Democrats seized on the disparity. “Everyone in this room, all of us on this side, we have to follow the tax laws of the United States, and if we don’t, we can be held responsible for it to the point of even criminal prosecution,” Durbin said.  “Why did you decide that President Trump and his family and their businesses should be exempt from that same responsibility?” the Illinois Democrat asked. Blanche said the agreement was “typical” of settlements with the IRS, and that the agreement “included release of any past audits. It does not give any protection to the president, his family, or his organizations for any taxes they file.” “It’s hard to explain to the American people that no one is above the law when that type of document was signed by you,” Durbin replied. The Florida federal judge in the IRS case on Monday slammed Trump’s settlement with his own administration as using the presidency to “manipulate” the courts. Epstein files As expected, senators questioned the Justice Department’s handling of the legally mandated release of government files on Epstein, a process that critics and victims say fell short of full transparency and protection of victims’ identities. Blanche defended the department’s “Herculean” effort in reviewing millions of documents related to the government’s federal investigation of Epstein  “There were mistakes that were made, and so approximately 1% of the redactions had to be fixed after we released the Epstein files,” Blanche said.  “Whenever we learned that any victim’s name had been improperly not redacted, we immediately took the document down and fixed it as soon as we could. That doesn’t excuse the mistakes of which I take responsibility, but it does mean that we tried to fix them,” Blanche said. Durbin asked for a commitment that Blanche personally meet in the next month with 10 Epstein victims present at the hearing. Blanche said a sex trafficking prosecutor in his office is willing to meet any time, and that he is precluded from doing so because of ongoing litigation. “We will never not talk to victims. We will never not do everything we can to prosecute anybody that committed any crimes against any of these women. … Any victim, if they’re here today, I would encourage them or their lawyers to meet with the FBI,” Blanche said. “I think you ought to be in the room,” Durbin said. Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., said he was “stunned” at Blanche’s refusal to meet personally with victims. “But you did meet with Ghislaine Maxwell,” Booker said, referring to Blanche’s July 2025 meeting with the convicted sex trafficker and Epstein co-conspirator shortly before she was moved to a prison with less security. Epstein survivors submitted six letters to the committee opposing Blanche’s nomination, and Durbin also submitted for the record a letter from 1,200 former career DOJ employees who served for both parties warning against confirming Blanche. When prompted by Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., to apologize to victims in the room, Blanche said his “heart breaks for every victim of any sexual crime, whether involving Mr. Epstein or somebody else.” Pivoting the subject to a campaign refrain of Republicans, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said she appreciated Blanche’s “commitment” to the Epstein victims and that she wished Democrats “had that same level of conviction” for “families of those who have lost loved ones at the hands of illegal aliens.” Committee Chair Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, entered a handful of letters in support of Blanche’s confirmation, including from law enforcement associations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f7b7a12eaf174af7c3ce DOJ threatens criminal prosecution if publisher proceeds with Zachary Young spy memoir te 2026-07-15T21:12:23.282Z DOJ threatens criminal prosecution if publisher proceeds with Zachary Young spy memoir FIRST ON FOX — The Department of Justice has threatened legal action and potential criminal prosecution if book giant HarperCollins proceeds with a planned spy memoir by Zachary Young, but the CIA-trained U.S. Navy veteran blasted the warning as "a blatant intimidation tactic."  Young, who famously beat CNN in a defamation lawsuit last year, has since teamed up with "American Sniper" co-author Scott McEwen for a memoir called "American Spy," for a book about his career working undercover in hostile environments and operating in the hidden world of international espionage.  Young, who signed a nondisclosure agreement during his time with the CIA, insists he informed his former employer that "American Spy" wouldn’t contain classified information and pointed out his involvement with the agency was already part of the public trial record after the CIA confirmed his background to CNN reporters. However, the DOJ denied permission and ordered him to delete the manuscript altogether.  NAVY VETERAN WHO BEAT CNN IN COURT SAYS CIA WANTS HIM TO DELETE, BURN BOOK MANUSCRIPT: ‘THAT'S CENSORSHIP’ "It has come to the attention of this office that Mr. Zachary S. Young has prepared a draft manuscript which he intends for publication, and that the subject of this manuscript includes classified or other sensitive national security information. I write to inform you that Mr. Young is prohibited from publishing or disclosing this classified or sensitive national security information, which was known to him while he was employed with the United States," DOJ Federal Programs Branch director Alexander Haas wrote in a letter on June 26 obtained by Fox News Digital.  Haas wrote that Young is required to obtain permission from the United States before publishing or disclosing any information related to his former employment but failed to receive authorization and has been instructed to delete all copies of his "unapproved manuscript."  Haas, who noted that "Young agreed to comply with the provisions specified in a secrecy agreement both during his employment and following the termination of such employment for the rest of his life," and the Navy veteran is therefore "legally obligated to submit any writing covered by this secrecy agreement that he intends to disclose or publish to the relevant prepublication review entity directed by the United States." "Proceeding with publication without providing the United States with the opportunity to review the manuscript potentially threatens national security," Haas wrote. "Failure to comply with the required prepublication review process and/or making prohibited disclosures of information subject to the applicable secrecy agreement may force the United States to seek additional measures, including, but not limited to, civil suits and referral of this matter to appropriate officials to consider criminal prosecution."  The Justice Department also made it clear that it plans to stop Young from profiting off the planned memoir.  Haas concluded the letter by stating, "At a minimum, well-established legal authority would entitle the United States to a constructive trust over all proceeds earned by Mr. Young in connection with an unauthorized publication or disclosure of information in breach of his secrecy agreements."  JURY FOREMAN IN CNN DEFAMATION TRIAL SPEAKS OUT, SAYS NETWORK’S STAFF DID MORE HARM THAN GOOD ON WITNESS STAND Young said that HarperCollins informed him on Tuesday that it won’t move forward with the project until things are sorted out with the DOJ and CIA. But Young is furious and believes he has complied and hasn’t even been told what exactly the agency objects to.   "DOJ's letter was a blatant intimidation tactic, and it worked exactly as intended on my publisher. It won't work on me. I have cooperated with this process in good faith, and I take my NDA obligations seriously, but it is impossible to comply with a review process when the Agency refuses to identify a single passage they claim is classified," Young told Fox News Digital.  "The whole purpose of the prepublication review process is to work with former officers, so mistakes don't happen. That's why I cooperated with it from the start and why I still want to. But that hasn't been the agency's position at all," Young continued. "Their position has been to shut everything down, presumably because they're embarrassed, and then threaten me and my publisher with lawsuits and criminal exposure. That's not good faith review. That's coercion." Young said what "makes this especially hard to swallow" is that NewsBusters reported that the person who served as CIA public affairs director when Young’s affiliation was confirmed to then-CNN correspondent Alex Marquardt had previously worked for CNN from January 2017 to January 2020.  "That is a matter of record, proven in documents, and it happened before any of the CNN litigation began. The agency knew about the CNN trial and chose not to get involved and now everything is publicly available," Young said.  "At this point, I don't think this is about classification at all," he continued. "I think it is about internal embarrassment." The DOJ did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital.  JURY FINDS CNN COMMITTED DEFAMATION AGAINST NAVY VETERAN, SETTLEMENT REACHED ON PUNITIVE DAMAGES Young successfully alleged that CNN smeared him by implying he illegally profited when helping people flee Afghanistan on the "black market" during the Biden administration's military withdrawal from the country in 2021. During the trial, Young outlined his extensive training in things such as "brush passes," and other sophisticated ways to exchange sensitive information in hostile areas without being detected.  In 2025, a six-person jury decided Young was owed $4 million in lost earnings and $1 million in personal damages such as pain and suffering, and said punitive damages were warranted against CNN. An undisclosed settlement was reached before punitive damages were decided by the jury.  "It was never my intention to write a book. I was never seeking attention. The last thing I ever wanted was to be dragged into litigation with one of the largest media entities on the planet, fight them for three years, and have everything from my past dragged into the light. But I did," Young said.   HarperCollins did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f7a3a12eaf174af7c3c5 Drunk wrong-way driver killed Mass. trooper after 9 drinks at bar, DA report says te 2026-07-15T21:12:03.827Z Drunk wrong-way driver killed Mass. trooper after 9 drinks at bar, DA report says A drunken wrong-way driver who killed a Massachusetts state trooper in a head-on crash had been served nine alcoholic drinks at a restaurant before blowing past clear warning signs and plowing down a highway in the wrong direction, according to a newly released DA report. Hernan Marrero, 50, of Roslindale, had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.192, which is more than twice the legal limit, when his Jeep Wrangler slammed head-on into Trooper Kevin Trainor’s cruiser around 2:04 a.m. on May 6 in Lynnfield, Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker’s office said. The crash killed both Marrero and Trainor, a 30-year-old state trooper from Georgetown. BRITNEY SPEARS STANDS THROUGH SUNROOF AT 45 MPH ON STUDIO CITY FREEWAY AFTER DUI CHARGE WAS DROPPED A new report details Marrero’s final hours before the deadly wreck, saying he first stopped at a Waltham restaurant, where he bought food and received one complimentary drink before closing out his tab at 7:42 p.m. He then drove to Tribu Mexican Kitchen and Bar on Route 1 North in Saugus, where he sat at the bar at 9:15 p.m. and was served a margarita five minutes later, according to investigators. VIDEO SHOWS OFF-DUTY FLORIDA SHERIFF'S SERGEANT ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING ELDERLY COUPLE AT BAR Marrero later posted a photo of a margarita on social media with the caption, "Second stop!!!" the DA’s report said. Between 9:20 p.m. and 12:53 a.m., he was served a total of nine alcoholic drinks at Tribu, investigators found. The Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission has issued a notice to Tribu alleging multiple civil violations, including serving alcoholic drinks after hours and serving free drinks, according to the report. A hearing is scheduled for July 28. The DA’s office said that after reviewing the case under applicable legal standards, criminal charges are "not sustainable." Marrero left the Tribu parking lot at 1:56 a.m. and drove north on Route 1 for about 2.3 miles before entering a jughandle near Santarpio’s Pizza in Peabody that allows drivers to reverse direction onto Route 1 south. DRIVER CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER AFTER TESLA CRASHES INTO TEXAS HOME, KILLS GRANDMOTHER But instead of properly entering the southbound side, Marrero grazed a guardrail, ran a red light and made too sharp a left turn before re-entering the northbound lanes while driving south, the report said. Investigators said the area had clear and unobstructed "WRONG WAY," "DO NOT ENTER" and "ONE WAY" signs directing motorists not to enter Route 1 north from the jughandle. Marrero then drove 1.8 miles southbound in the northbound lane. A truck driver who saw the Jeep pass called 911, and another trooper broadcast a warning about the wrong-way driver to the State Police Danvers barracks and area cruisers, according to the report. GOT A TIP? CLICK HERE FOR MORE U.S. NEWS Trainor, who had just finished a public safety detail and clocked out at 1:52 a.m., had his cruiser radio on and set to the channel where the warnings were broadcast. His cruiser was the first to encounter Marrero’s Jeep. The vehicles collided head-on, with Trainor’s cruiser traveling between 60.4 and 68.6 mph and Marrero’s Jeep traveling between 56.4 and 61.4 mph at impact, investigators found. Crash reconstructionists determined that Marrero’s wrong-way driving was not caused by any vehicle defect or problem with the posted signage. Instead, they concluded that the crash was caused by Marrero’s actions and that his wrong-way operation of the Jeep resulted in both his own death and Trainor’s line-of-duty death. GET BREAKING NEWS ALERTS Tucker said the evidence shows Trainor acted with "exemplary courage and self-sacrifice." "His willingness to put his own life at risk to serve and protect the citizens of the Commonwealth likely prevented an even greater tragedy," Tucker said. FOLLOW US ON X Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey said that Trainor was the "best of Massachusetts." "Trooper Kevin Trainor was the best of Massachusetts. He was a graduate of Salem State and the State Police Academy. He wore the French and Electric Blue with pride. He was a son, a brother, a fiancé, a coach and a mentor. On and off the job, he was the kind of person you could count on. When people needed help, he answered the call without hesitation. That’s what makes him a hero." "His life was cut far too short, but his legacy of courage, service and selflessness will live on in all the lives he saved. As we lay Trooper Trainor to rest, my heart is with his family, his fellow Troopers and everyone who had the privilege to know and serve alongside him. May God Bless the men and women of the Massachusetts State Police." SEND US A TIP Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f766a12eaf174af7c386 Iran, Epstein, Space Travel: 5 Takeaways From JD Vance’s Interview With Joe Rogan te 2026-07-15T21:11:02.424Z Iran, Epstein, Space Travel: 5 Takeaways From JD Vance’s Interview With Joe Rogan In his first on-air conversation with the popular podcaster since 2024, the vice president cautiously defended the Iran war while also hinting at skepticism about it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f752a12eaf174af7c37d Democrats Flock to House Proposal to End Aid to Israel te 2026-07-15T21:10:42.928Z Democrats Flock to House Proposal to End Aid to Israel The measure failed, but the level of support among Democrats exposed a stark shift in the party away from backing the Jewish state. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f73fa12eaf174af7c374 U.S. Military Forces Again Blockade Iranian Ports te 2026-07-15T21:10:23.480Z U.S. Military Forces Again Blockade Iranian Ports Following the collapse of the cease-fire with Iran, President Trump ordered U.S. warships and aircraft to stop vessels going to and from Iran. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f54aa12eaf174af7c330 JD Vance warns Joe Rogan a full Iran war would flood west with refugees, terrorists te 2026-07-15T21:02:02.228Z JD Vance warns Joe Rogan a full Iran war would flood west with refugees, terrorists Vice President JD Vance warned podcaster Joe Rogan in an interview published Wednesday that the administration is trying to establish a deal with Iran to stop a war and possible refugee crisis, but claims a determined faction of the Republican Party wants to sabotage it at all costs. "There are people who are super hawkish in the American system who have attacked the deal and, frankly, in some ways have tried to derail the deal. And what I always say to those people is, ‘What is your proposal? What is your actual argument?’" he said as he spoke to Rogan about the recent efforts to negotiate an end to the military conflict with Iran and prevent it from becoming a larger war. He offered the Strait of Hormuz as one key example of how perilous the situation is, where Iran can shut down 25% of the world’s energy supply with cheap drones that are notoriously difficult to intercept. Vance claimed some opposing Republicans and their allies who don't want negotiations ultimately want to "just bomb them to oblivion" or to somehow achieve regime change in Iran. "But look, what is our experience with doing that?" Vance responded. SEN RAND PAUL: AMERICA IS AT WAR, BUT AMERICANS DIDN’T VOTE FOR IT "It’s not good," Rogan said. "It’s not good," Vance agreed. Vance argued that sending a ground invasion of 150,000 troops is "basically saying that the U.S. military should do the job for the Iranian people. We're not in that business anymore. We're just not." The other outcome Vance warned of is "the Libya outcome," where, by the United States toppling dictator Muammar Gaddafi, "Libya basically turned into a failed state. You had a refugee crisis. You had people pouring into Europe, pouring into other parts of Asia, other parts of Africa. You had a lot of violence. A lot of terrorism came from that." "I do think that there are people who would like that to be the outcome in Iran," Vance warned. "But then I say again, what is in our interest? How is it in the United States' interest to have 94 million desperate people flooding into Europe, flooding into the United States, to have the sort of terrorist infrastructure that can get established when you fan terrorists all over the world? We've run this experiment before." REP TOM BARRETT: IT’S UP TO CONGRESS TO PREVENT ANOTHER ENDLESS AMERICAN WAR Rogan recalled the theory that the downfall of Gaddafi was the spark that began the global migrant crisis flooding Europe in the 2010s. "Exactly. That and Syria, another failed state that was created by bad Middle Eastern policy," Vance confirmed. "So there is precedent for the United States doing this. Every time that it has happened, it's caused a refugee crisis. It's caused a spike in terrorism. And it's also, not incidentally to the moral considerations, it's led to a lot of innocent civilian deaths." While Vance touted that Trump gathered a historic big tent coalition, he said the "hawkish" wing of it has repeatedly rebuked Trump when he wavers from their agenda. "What has really annoyed me about the hawkish side of this thing is they attack any effort to negotiate. They attack the president. They attack me personally," he said, claiming they take the attitude of, "'Donald Trump is betraying me.'" "Well, wait a second. If you want to have a hawkish policy towards Iran, the idea that Donald Trump has betrayed you because he's also trying to negotiate to get a good outcome for the American people is crazy," Vance replied. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE He warned that in the recent Memorandum of Understanding, there was an agreement that the United States would allow neighboring gulf countries to invest $300 billion in Iran if it met its obligations. But the pro-interventionist faction of the Republican Party, however, he said, is deliberately lying and claiming the United States will be the one giving Iran $300 billion instead. While the American people are in favor of their military being used to accomplish clear objectives, he said they have no appetite for open-ended wars like those of recent decades. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f536a12eaf174af7c327 Retired math professor charged after wife, an airline meteorologist, found shot dead: cops te 2026-07-15T21:01:42.769Z Retired math professor charged after wife, an airline meteorologist, found shot dead: cops A retired math professor was charged after allegedly killing his wife, who was an airline meteorologist. Police said officers responded to a home in Fair Oaks, Virginia, and found 60-year-old Chisen Jameson suffering from gunshot wounds. She had called 911 before the shooting, and officials said sounds consistent with gunfire could be heard in the background of the call, according to FOX 5. 64‑year‑old Leland Jameson was charged with second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Leland Jameson is a former professor at George Mason University and got his Ph.D. from Brown University. SLAIN NJ MOTHER 911 CALL MADE BY HER HUSBAND HAS FORENSIC EXPERT WARNING ONE MISTAKE COULD DERAIL FOCUS Leland Jameson placed his own call to 911, reporting a domestic dispute with his wife and saying he didn't know how badly she was hurt. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Multiple firearms were found inside the home, officials said. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON Chisen Jameson was a meteorologist for Japan's All Nippon Airways at Dulles Airport. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS The airline said in a statement it is heartbroken by the loss of Chisen Jameson. "All Nippon Airways is heartbroken by the loss of our colleague. She was a valued member of our team and her passing has deeply affected everyone who knew and worked with her," a spokesperson for Japan's All Nippon Airways said. The couple has two grown sons, both of whom also live in Northern Virginia. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f523a12eaf174af7c31e Dems unite to boycott hearing on emerging threat facing America: 'don’t want to know the truth' te 2026-07-15T21:01:23.316Z Dems unite to boycott hearing on emerging threat facing America: 'don’t want to know the truth' The Democratic side of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee dais sat empty Wednesday as Republicans questioned witnesses at a hearing on "Exposing Fraud in America," prompting GOP lawmakers to accuse the minority of ducking a politically uncomfortable issue. Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., the ranking member on the committee, was the only Democrat seen at the hearing’s opening statement and then appeared to leave sometime before Chairman Rand Paul, R-Ky., began his questioning of witnesses Nick Shirley, James O’Keefe and Dylan Hedtler-Gaudette. Otherwise, the Democratic side of the dais was completely vacant. FTC CHIEF ACCUSES DEMOCRATS OF 'TRYING TO PROTECT THE FRAUDSTERS' BY WITHHOLDING DATA FROM TRUMP ADMIN Fox News Digital reached out to every Democrat on the Senate Homeland Security Committee, but none responded by press time. Fox News Digital also reached out to Paul for his reaction. Republicans and conservative commentators quickly criticized the Democrats' absence, amid ongoing scrutiny of fraud cases in Minnesota, California and other states. Besides Peters – who did not stay for the main portion of the hearing – Democrats on the panel include Sens. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire, Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, Ruben Gallego of Arizona, Andy Kim of New Jersey, and Elissa Slotkin of Michigan. OWNER OF DAYCARE IN VIRAL NICK SHIRLEY VIDEO CHARGED IN $4.6M DAYCARE FRAUD SCHEME, PROSECUTORS SAY At one point, Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, pointed out the elephant -- or donkey -- missing from the room. When Paul turned to call on Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., to offer his questions, Moreno said that a Democrat is supposed to be given time to question witnesses after a Republican finishes. "If there were a Democrat here, yes," Paul replied. "So there's no Democrats presence at a hearing about fraud," Moreno said, leading Paul to state for the record, "there doesn't appear to be a great deal of interest across the aisle." The lack of attendance from the Democrats drew criticisms online. Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo. labeled the no-show Democrats "cowards" in an X message. Fox News anchor Harris Faulkner asked Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., about the optics of Democrats’ half-circle of empty seats on Wednesday. "They don’t want to know the truth about this ... You look at these areas that have just basically turned a blind eye and have let people move forward with fraud," Blackburn said. TOP FEDERAL PROSECUTOR CALLS CALIFORNIA A 'FRAUDSTER'S PARADISE,' WARNS STATE OFFICIALS COULD FACE CHARGES Blackburn previously introduced legislation that would make defrauding the federal government a denaturalizing and deportable offense, she said. Florida political reporter Eric Daugherty commented that the Senate held an important "anti-taxpayer fraud meeting… with Nick Shirley and James O’Keefe, and … every single Democrat seat is empty." "One hundred percent of Democrats on the committee were invited – 0% showed up. The party of fraud," Daugherty declared. During the hearing, Shirley sounded off about what he and his reporting partner David Hoch discovered as they visited various, largely Somali-owned day care center addresses in Minneapolis. "When we talk about fraud, we are talking about money stolen from hardworking, law-abiding, taxpaying citizens," Shirley said. "This issue has nothing to do with political parties, because no dollar says Republican or Democrat on it. When a fraudster commits fraud, he or she steals from all of us. The worst part is that fraud affects the most vulnerable and needy, as they rely the most on government services," he said, going on to describe a 43-minute video he composed from touring such sites with Hoch in Minneapolis. Shirley and Hoch’s work later earned them a State of the Union invitation from Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn. With the Democratic dais vacant, Shirley went on to note that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced in January 2026 that he would not seek a third term and the daycare organization with the highest level of government funding purportedly pleaded guilty to fraud and the largest "autism fraud" bust in history has occurred in Minnesota. "Elon [Musk] was right when he said, ‘The fraudsters always complain the loudest’," he said. James O’Keefe testified about his work in Los Angeles, where he and his journalists recorded 28 exchanges with election petition circulators offering money or drugs in exchange for ballot signatures. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "They campaign in this building (The Capitol) about freedom and protecting democracy, preventing disenfranchisement, and how nobody is above the law," O’Keefe testified. "But if those principles are not enforced when they are violated in broad daylight, they are not principles at all. They are slogans." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f4e5a12eaf174af7c2e0 Todd Blanche, Trump’s Attorney General Pick, Faces Crucial Hurdle After Rocky Hearing te 2026-07-15T21:00:21.372Z Todd Blanche, Trump’s Attorney General Pick, Faces Crucial Hurdle After Rocky Hearing Even a single Republican “no” vote would block Mr. Blanche’s nomination from consideration by the full Senate, which could sink his confirmation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f307a12eaf174af7c291 Harris calls for ICE probe after Maine shooting amid renewed 'border czar' criticism te 2026-07-15T20:52:23.435Z Harris calls for ICE probe after Maine shooting amid renewed 'border czar' criticism Former Vice President Kamala Harris blasted Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tuesday after agents fatally shot a Colombian national during a Maine operation, sparking criticism from opponents who contrasted her response with her silence on high-profile murders committed by illegal immigrants. Harris called for "an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation" into the death of 26-year-old Joan Sebastian Guerrero. Guerrero was shot Monday after attempting to flee ICE officers in a vehicle during an operation targeting an illegal immigrant with a final order of removal, according to the Department of Homeland Security. "Joan Sebastian Guerrero should still be alive," Harris wrote Tuesday on X. "This is the second time in a week that ICE agents have killed someone who — by their own admission — was not the subject of their operation. Now Sebastian is dead, his killing witnessed by his three-year-old daughter wearing her Bluey pajamas." MAINE ICE SHOOTING VICTIM WAS NOT TARGET OF ARREST WARRANT, SEN. KING’S OFFICE SAYS AFTER EARLIER DHS ACCOUNT "This cannot be acceptable in America," Harris continued. "Anyone responsible for wrongdoing must be held accountable." Harris' comments quickly sparked criticism online, with many users pointing to her role overseeing the Biden administration's efforts to address the root causes of migration from Central America, a position Republicans frequently referred to as the administration's "border czar."  During the Biden administration, federal officials estimated that roughly 2 million known "gotaways" entered the U.S. after crossing the border illegally and avoiding capture. ICE officers were conducting surveillance Monday morning at the last known address of an illegal immigrant with a final order of removal in Biddeford, Maine, when Guerrero allegedly fled in a vehicle after officers attempted to make contact, according to Homeland Security.  "The vehicle attempted to flee the scene and, fearing for public safety, an officer discharged his weapon," the department said in a statement. "The driver of the vehicle was struck, and emergency services were immediately contacted. He passed away from his injuries." An eyewitness told Maine's Portland Press Herald that Guerrero appeared to drive toward federal agents before shots were fired. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said that Guerrero was not the intended target of the operation. However, the department said in a statement to Fox News Digital that Guerrero had illegally crossed the border under the Biden administration in September 2023. It is unknown if he was awaiting asylum, but he was granted a work permit in May 2025. "To be clear, work authorization does not confer legal status in the United States," the spokesperson said in a statement. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT Many commentators also argued Harris and other leading Democrats have been far less vocal in publicly mourning Americans killed by illegal immigrants than in condemning ICE enforcement actions.  Some critics cited the 2024 death of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, who was killed by Venezuelan illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra after he illegally entered the U.S. Others referenced Maryland mother Rachel Morin, who was raped and murdered by Salvadoran illegal immigrant Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez. "I will start giving a f--k about the illegals killed by ICE when Democrats start giving a f--k about Americans killed by illegals," one X user wrote. Unlike in the killing of Guerrero, Harris did not make a social media post paying tribute to Riley or Morin's death. Harris did not publicly acknowledge the death of those young women at the hands of illegal immigrants until pressed by Fox News host Bret Baier in an Oct. 24, 2024, interview. WATCH: ANGEL MOM TURNS TABLES ON SANCTUARY POLITICIANS WITH BASIC QUESTION ABOUT THEIR PRIORITIES "First of all, those are tragic cases," Harris said after Baier asked whether the Biden administration bore any responsibility for the deaths. "There's no question about that. I can't imagine the pain that the families of those victims have experienced for a loss that should not have occurred." The deaths of Riley and Morin became a flashpoint issue for Republicans during the 2024 presidential campaign and throughout the Trump administration's push to tighten immigration enforcement. Social media users also pointed to angel families, who are relatives of Americans killed by illegal immigrants who have become prominent advocates for stronger border security and immigration enforcement. The families frequently have appeared alongside President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers at campaign events, the White House and on Capitol Hill to highlight crimes committed by people in the country illegally. Harris' statement follows another July post she made after a separate fatal ICE shooting in Houston involving Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, whom the Department of Homeland Security also said attempted to ram federal officers with his vehicle during a traffic stop. "Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's family called him 'El mundo entero' — the whole world," Harris wrote Thursday. "Doug and my prayers are with Lorenzo's wife, his three sons, and all those who loved and knew him. I join his son Ronaldo in calling for an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation." Fox News Digital reached out to the White House and Harris for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f2f3a12eaf174af7c286 Florida fisherman uses speargun to hold off three attacking sharks during Destin dive te 2026-07-15T20:52:03.975Z Florida fisherman uses speargun to hold off three attacking sharks during Destin dive The only thing scarier than getting attacked by a shark … is getting attacked by three sharks. That’s exactly what happened to Florida spearfisherman Matthew Piendak, who found himself surrounded by a trio of aggressive predators during a recent dive off the coast of Destin. Lucky for him, he escaped. And lucky for us, he captured the whole terrifying encounter on camera. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Piendak was completing a safety stop — a brief pause during a diver’s ascent that allows excess nitrogen to leave the body and reduces the risk of decompression sickness — when the sharks began closing in. POV footage shows the animals repeatedly swimming directly toward him as Piendak uses his speargun to push them away and keep their mouths at a safe distance. Well, as safe as one can possibly be while fighting off three sharks underwater. Eventually, a nearby boat reached Piendak and pulled him from the Gulf before any of the sharks managed to bite him. He escaped the encounter without injury. TWO REGULAR JOES WILL COMPETE WITH PROS FOR $3.25M PURSE AT INAUGURAL 'THE CHAMPIONS' BASS FISHING TOURNAMENT Piendak is certainly no stranger to what lurks beneath the surface. His Instagram page is filled with footage from dives, encounters with marine wildlife and the enormous fish he regularly brings back to shore. Dolphins, manta rays, sea turtles and massive schools of fish all make appearances. So do plenty of sharks. That comes with the territory when you spend a significant portion of your free time swimming around the Gulf carrying dead and wounded fish. But even an experienced diver probably does not expect to fend off three sets of teeth at the same time. Sharks do not typically view humans as prey, but, as wildlife biologist Forrest Galante explained to OutKick Outdoors, a curious or agitated shark can still do plenty of damage with an exploratory bite. "They don’t have hands," Galante said. "They can’t feel it, so that investigative bite can be very, very damaging and, in some cases, fatal. So when they’re trying to figure out if something is or isn’t food, that can be a problem. Most of the time, we’re not even on the menu. They’re just trying to figure out if we are." Fortunately, Piendak never gave these three the opportunity for a nibble. He stayed composed, kept his speargun between himself and the sharks and held them off long enough for help to arrive. That is an impressive display of calm under pressure from a man who is clearly comfortable in the water. I, on the other hand, will continue enjoying sharks from the safety of dry land. Love all things wildlife and outdoors? Follow OutKick Outdoors on Instagram and TikTok! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f2e0a12eaf174af7c27d House Democrats fracture badly over Massie amendment to cut $3.3B in US aid to Israel te 2026-07-15T20:51:44.518Z House Democrats fracture badly over Massie amendment to cut $3.3B in US aid to Israel Democrats split sharply over legislation to terminate aid to Israel, highlighting hardening attitudes toward the Jewish state as support for the Palestinian cause grows within party ranks. House lawmakers voted 104-313 to reject an amendment that would have cut $3.3 billion in foreign aid to Israel for the next fiscal year in a vote that even split House Democratic leadership, which declined to whip members either way. The hotly contested vote gave lawmakers their first chance this Congress to weigh in directly on taxpayer-funded aid to Israel. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., joined 97 other Democrats in opposing its elimination, while the chamber's second-ranking Democrat, Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Mass., joined 102 other Democrats in supporting the measure. Ten Democrats voted present. DOZENS OF DEMS FLIP ON ISRAEL, VOTE TO BAN ARMS SALES IN PROTEST OF IRAN WAR Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., a leading Israel critic, offered the measure as an amendment to a State Department appropriations bill, calling the country the "biggest welfare recipient of the United States." He was the lone Republican to support the amendment. Opponents argued the measure would damage one of the United States’ most critical relationships in the Middle East amid the Iran war and hamper Israel's ability to combat terrorist organizations, including Hamas and Hezbollah. "The same terrorists and terrorist entities that threaten Israel also threaten the United States and our people directly," Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., said Wednesday. "When we give Israel the tools and capabilities to eliminate these terrorist threats … we are making America and the American people safer." The Florida Republican also noted that the vast majority of the funding is used by Israel to purchase American-made weaponry, supporting the U.S. industrial base. A notable group of Democrats agreed, offering sharp criticism of the Massie amendment. "This amendment would embolden the enemies of peace, those pursuing the complete elimination of Israel and those who seek the death of Jews," former House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md., said during debate on the measure. MIKE HUCKABEE REJECTS RO KHANNA'S ISRAEL VISIT CLAIMS: 'NOT HELD AT GUNPOINT' Jeffries, who announced his opposition to the Massie amendment during a closed-door meeting on Tuesday, argued the measure was poorly drafted. House Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., the third-ranking House Democrat, agreed. "As written, it is overly broad in that it prohibits or would limit the use of funds for longstanding initiatives related to humanitarian aid, refugee resettlement, peace-building and U.S. Embassy operations," Jeffries wrote in a "Dear Colleague" letter, adding that U.S. policy toward Israel must change. Clark, his deputy, and a bevy of Democrats rejected his position, arguing the country’s war in Gaza — an event some lawmakers have labeled a genocide — necessitated a need to end financial support to the Jewish state. "If we hope to change Israel’s behavior, we must use our leverage," Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, said on the House floor. "The American people have seen this tragedy with their own eyes. … They do not support giving Israel more weapons." Massie’s amendment did not include language preventing non-military aid from also being cut off. "It's really bad for our ally, for our national security. They shouldn't be messing around like this," Rep. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, told Fox News in June. The Ohio Democrat also accused Republicans of putting the measure on the floor to expose divisions among his party. Wednesday's vote comes as a growing number of Democrats take an increasingly hard line against Israel, according to recent polling. An NBC News survey released in March found that 67% of Democratic voters have more sympathy for Gaza than Israel, while just 17% said the opposite. Three socialists trounced establishment-aligned candidates in New York’s June primaries while largely running on opposition to Israel. Meanwhile, Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., who supports terminating U.S. aid to Israel, was pressed to support Hamas’ Oct. 7 invasion of Israel during an interview with a leftist news outlet Tuesday. Though Khanna declined to say the brutal attack was justified, the questioning was viewed by several Democratic commentators as reflective of growing hostility toward Israel within the party. Given changing attitudes, some Democrats predicted Massie's amendment would draw significant support. "I wouldn't be surprised if it was quite large because I don't think this is just an ideological issue. I don't think this is just a lefty thing," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., told Fox News. "I think this is affecting people all across the board." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f2a2a12eaf174af7c238 Starlite Lanes launches After Dark Tuesdays in Flagstaff te 2026-07-15T20:50:42.564Z Starlite Lanes launches After Dark Tuesdays in Flagstaff After Dark takes place from 9 p.m. to midnight on Tuesdays. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f28ea12eaf174af7c22b Mexico demands U.S., UN investigate ICE killings te 2026-07-15T20:50:22.602Z Mexico demands U.S., UN investigate ICE killings Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f1aca12eaf174af7c1ee 'America's Got Talent' judges clash over country singer's bold original performance te 2026-07-15T20:46:36.606Z 'America's Got Talent' judges clash over country singer's bold original performance A hopeful country singer sparked an unusually divided reaction from the "America's Got Talent" judges after performing an original song during Tuesday night's auditions. Elsie, a 32-year-old singer-songwriter and mother from Mississippi, took the stage with a self-written country anthem, hoping to launch the music career she said she had long put on hold while supporting her family. While all four judges praised her vocal ability and star potential, they disagreed over whether her original song was the right choice. COUNTRY STAR GABBY BARRETT SAYS SHE 'SLEPT IN THE CAR' BEFORE 'AMERICAN IDOL' CHANGED HER LIFE Former Spice Girls singer Mel B was the first to weigh in, complimenting the singer's voice but suggesting the original track didn't fully showcase what she was capable of. "You're clearly an amazing singer, but I think, for me personally, you should have done a different song," Mel B said. "I think your voice is so much bigger and better than what you just showed us. "You’re beautiful. You’re vocals were on point. But I think you’ve got a lot more in the tank." TAYLOR SWIFT'S VIDEO TRIBUTE TO ALAN JACKSON DIVIDES CROWD AT COUNTRY LEGEND'S FINAL SHOW Howie Mandel's comments drew loud boos from the audience after he delivered the night's lone "no" vote. "From the moment you walked out, I went, 'This is a star,'" Mandel said. "You look like a star, you sound like a star. But I don't know if it was the song or the production. ... I want to know who you are. I have no idea who you are yet." Sofía Vergara, however, wasn't ready to let one song define Elsie's future in the competition. SOFIA VERGARA SIZZLES IN RED BIKINI WHILE CELEBRATING 54TH BIRTHDAY ON YACHT IN ITALY "I do think you have it," Vergara said. "I think it was just a wrong choice, a little bad luck today. I'm gonna say yes because I want to give you another chance." Simon Cowell also saw promise in the aspiring country artist, arguing that her biggest mistake may have been trying too hard. "I think what happened today is that you over-prepped," Cowell said. "It's about letting go of some of the stuff and being a little bit more raw. You have star potential. You have a glow about you." Despite Mandel's "no" vote, Mel B joined Cowell and Vergara in voting "yes," sending Elsie through to the next round. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER   Backstage, host Terry Crews asked whether she'd be willing to make adjustments moving forward. The Mississippi native didn't hesitate. "Listen, I'm from Mississippi," she said. "I'll go out there and stomp and clap and sing with no music, OK?" Last year, Cowell revealed how he can predict a singer’s success or failure within the first 10 seconds of an audition. During an interview with Fox News Digital, Cowell explained why he sometimes stopped singers mid-performance during his past shows as he shared the green and red flags that he looks for in auditions. "If you've got an audience behind you, you feed off an audience's energy," he said. "Everything changes. "When someone's not great, the audience is very quiet," Cowell continued. "When an act is fantastic, it can either get really loud or you have that perfect silence. So, I've always learned to read an audience. Or certainly when you've got people around you. So, when I was auditioning on the show, we had a lot of people in the room with us. And when someone did walk in, the whole energy changed." While speaking with Fox News Digital, Cowell shared what continues to drive his passion for star-making.  "I've always been a fan of finding people who normally don't have an opportunity, for whatever reason," he said. "You know, people who don't come with managers or don't have any connections, the people you go and search for. "That's why we started these shows years ago for that reason, because I always believe there's always somebody out there with tremendous talent, tremendous potential, who, for whatever reason, just hasn't got a break." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f199a12eaf174af7c1e5 Hochul confronted on study showing millionaire exodus in New York City te 2026-07-15T20:46:17.151Z Hochul confronted on study showing millionaire exodus in New York City New York Gov. Kathy Hochul was confronted about a new study that found the wealthy fled the city in droves between 2010 and 2022 and whether it was getting any better. The Citizen Budget Commission (CBC) found that New York's share of millionaires in the U.S. declined from 12.7 percent to 8.7 percent between 2019 and 2022. "Their latest report basically said wealthy individuals are moving out, families are moving out, and single filers are coming in," Fox 5's "Good Day New York" host Rosanna Scotto told Hochul. "People who really can't afford New York City are coming here. You had to bail out New York City — $8 billion this budget. They're saying they see a $10 billion budget deficit. What do you think, and how do we stop this?" Hochul said the numbers were from 2022, as Scotto asked if she thought it had gotten any better. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, ran on taxing the rich throughout his mayoral campaign, as critics argued that the wealthy would in turn flee the city. MAMDANI'S LATEST TAX PLEDGE 'MAKES NO SENSE' AND WILL ONLY EXACERBATE FLORIDA 'EXODUS': FORMER MAYOR "Back then a big driver of people leaving, and you could draw a through line from when the Donald Trump administration and Congress got rid of the State and Local Tax Deduction. All of a sudden, everybody in New York paid higher taxes because since Abraham Lincoln was president, and they started the tax code, you never were double taxed," Hochul said. The CBC analysis states, "New York’s declining share of high-income taxpayers has meaningful consequences. Had New York maintained its share of the nation's millionaires over the past decade, personal income tax collections would have been substantially higher — roughly $10.7 billion more in tax year 2022." She cited the COVID-19 pandemic as a big driver as well, saying, "So people who maybe had a vacation home or a temporary home in Palm Beach said, 'I moved my whole family here. The city is falling apart here, everybody's getting sick, I'm not staying there.'" "I don't think that's a problem now?" Scotto pushed back. BLACKROCK CEO LARRY FINK 'WORRIED' ABOUT NYC UNDER MAMDANI, FLOATS INVESTING ELSEWHERE UNDER WEAKER CONDITIONS Hochul said she was doing what she could to prevent wealthy residents and businesses from leaving the city. "I am doing what I can to stop that because I believe that we should not be raising taxes on high-net-worth individuals," she said. "We should not be raising taxes on the companies that are creating the jobs and generating the revenue that helps us pay for the services that people in New York City come to rely on. So I've taken a different approach. I want to expand the pie."  Scotto also asked Hochul about the luxury housing market. "There's talk now, a new report today in the paper, that the luxury market, over $10 million apartments are sitting, not moving," she said. "People are concerned about the pied-à-terre tax. Are you concerned about that? Is that on your radar at all?" CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Hochul said the pied-à-terre tax was for people like Russian oligarchs and Saudi princes who were perhaps purchasing second homes in New York valued at $5 million or more. "I'm not talking about someone who has a little apartment because they want to visit the grandkids, right? This is a $5 million apartment, and you're also getting police services, fire services," the governor said. "And so, if you want to be a New Yorker, make this your primary home — you don't have to pay the tax. But as long as you're someone from the outside, you're going to contribute more to the services that you use." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f185a12eaf174af7c1dc Harris calls for ICE probe after Maine shooting amid renewed 'border czar' criticism te 2026-07-15T20:45:57.693Z Harris calls for ICE probe after Maine shooting amid renewed 'border czar' criticism Former Vice President Kamala Harris blasted Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tuesday after agents fatally shot a Colombian national during a Maine operation, sparking criticism from opponents who contrasted her response with her silence on high-profile murders committed by illegal immigrants. Harris called for "an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation" into the death of 26-year-old Joan Sebastian Guerrero. Guerrero was shot Monday after attempting to flee ICE officers in a vehicle during an operation targeting an illegal immigrant with a final order of removal, according to the Department of Homeland Security. "Joan Sebastian Guerrero should still be alive," Harris wrote Tuesday on X. "This is the second time in a week that ICE agents have killed someone who — by their own admission — was not the subject of their operation. Now Sebastian is dead, his killing witnessed by his three-year-old daughter wearing her Bluey pajamas." MAINE ICE SHOOTING VICTIM WAS NOT TARGET OF ARREST WARRANT, SEN. KING’S OFFICE SAYS AFTER EARLIER DHS ACCOUNT "This cannot be acceptable in America," Harris continued. "Anyone responsible for wrongdoing must be held accountable." Harris' comments quickly sparked criticism online, with many users pointing to her role overseeing the Biden administration's efforts to address the root causes of migration from Central America, a position Republicans frequently referred to as the administration's "border czar."  During the Biden administration, federal officials estimated that roughly 2 million known "gotaways" entered the U.S. after crossing the border illegally and avoiding capture. ICE officers were conducting surveillance Monday morning at the last known address of an illegal immigrant with a final order of removal in Biddeford, Maine, when Guerrero allegedly fled in a vehicle after officers attempted to make contact, according to Homeland Security.  "The vehicle attempted to flee the scene and, fearing for public safety, an officer discharged his weapon," the department said in a statement. "The driver of the vehicle was struck, and emergency services were immediately contacted. He passed away from his injuries." An eyewitness told Maine's Portland Press Herald that Guerrero appeared to drive toward federal agents before shots were fired. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said that Guerrero was not the intended target of the operation. However, the department said in a statement to Fox News Digital that Guerrero had illegally crossed the border under the Biden administration in September 2023. It is unknown if he was awaiting asylum, but he was granted a work permit in May 2025. "To be clear, work authorization does not confer legal status in the United States," the spokesperson said in a statement. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT Many commentators also argued Harris and other leading Democrats have been far less vocal in publicly mourning Americans killed by illegal immigrants than in condemning ICE enforcement actions.  Some critics cited the 2024 death of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, who was killed by Venezuelan illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra after he illegally entered the U.S. Others referenced Maryland mother Rachel Morin, who was raped and murdered by Salvadoran illegal immigrant Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez. "I will start giving a f--k about the illegals killed by ICE when Democrats start giving a f--k about Americans killed by illegals," one X user wrote. Unlike in the killing of Guerrero, Harris did not make a social media post paying tribute to Riley or Morin's death. Harris did not publicly acknowledge the death of those young women at the hands of illegal immigrants until pressed by Fox News host Bret Baier in an Oct. 24, 2024, interview. WATCH: ANGEL MOM TURNS TABLES ON SANCTUARY POLITICIANS WITH BASIC QUESTION ABOUT THEIR PRIORITIES "First of all, those are tragic cases," Harris said after Baier asked whether the Biden administration bore any responsibility for the deaths. "There's no question about that. I can't imagine the pain that the families of those victims have experienced for a loss that should not have occurred." The deaths of Riley and Morin became a flashpoint issue for Republicans during the 2024 presidential campaign and throughout the Trump administration's push to tighten immigration enforcement. Social media users also pointed to angel families, who are relatives of Americans killed by illegal immigrants who have become prominent advocates for stronger border security and immigration enforcement. The families frequently have appeared alongside President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers at campaign events, the White House and on Capitol Hill to highlight crimes committed by people in the country illegally. Harris' statement follows another July post she made after a separate fatal ICE shooting in Houston involving Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, whom the Department of Homeland Security also said attempted to ram federal officers with his vehicle during a traffic stop. "Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's family called him 'El mundo entero' — the whole world," Harris wrote Thursday. "Doug and my prayers are with Lorenzo's wife, his three sons, and all those who loved and knew him. I join his son Ronaldo in calling for an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation." Fox News Digital reached out to the White House and Harris for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f172a12eaf174af7c1d3 Female wrestler who was allegedly sexually assaulted by trans athlete opens up waging Title IX lawsuit te 2026-07-15T20:45:38.239Z Female wrestler who was allegedly sexually assaulted by trans athlete opens up waging Title IX lawsuit Kallie Keeler used to spend the whole year waiting for wrestling season. The Washington teenager has been on the mat since she was 4 years old. Even when she was playing soccer, wrestling was still the sport that stayed on her mind. "It’s, like, all I look forward to all year," Keeler said. "I’ll be talking about wrestling in the middle of soccer season." ADALEIA CROSS PROMPTS VIRAL CONVERSATIONS WITH NEW CLAIMS IN SCOTUS TRANS ATHLETE SEXUAL HARASSMENT SCANDAL But now, after Keeler and her mother Stephanie Brown filed a lawsuit with Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) over an alleged sexual assault to Keeler by a trans athlete during a match in February, the sport that once shaped her life has become the center of a legal battle, a school controversy and a public debate she never expected to join. Keeler said she has not decided whether she will continue wrestling next season, after she was allegedly told by officials she may have to face that same trans athlete in future competitions. "It just depends where everything is at by the time wrestling season comes around," she said. The lawsuit names multiple government and school parties, including the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association, the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, Washington Superintendent Chris Reykdal, the Puyallup School District and multiple school employees, according to prior reporting. The transgender athlete and the athlete’s family are not defendants. The case centers not only on what Keeler says happened during the match, but also on what she and her mother say happened afterward: a lack of communication from school officials, no meaningful resolution before the family went public, classmates accusing Keeler of lying and the possibility that she could be matched against a male athlete again without advance notice. Brown said the decision to sue came after she believed the school system failed her daughter. "The decision to file the lawsuit was because the schools didn’t take our report of what happened to her seriously," Brown said. "They didn’t do anything to investigate it, correct it. They didn’t even keep in contact with me." For Keeler, the day began as the end of a long tournament. "I remember that it was just my last match of the tournament, so it was already pretty late and I was pretty tired," Keeler said. "I was wrestling for third place, and then the match was, like, going normally, and then towards the end of the match was when I got sexually assaulted." Keeler said she had never wrestled the opponent before and did not know going into the match that the opponent was a biological male. SJSU WAS TOLD OF DECADES-OLD ALLEGATIONS AGAINST VOLLEYBALL COACH DURING CONTROVERSIAL 2024 SEASON "I did not," she said when asked whether she knew before the match, claiming she found out afterward. "I found out after the match was already over when a coach from a different school came up and told me," Keeler said. "I was shocked, and then I was more uncomfortable about the situation than I already was." Keeler said she tried to find her coaches in the immediate aftermath but could not. "I tried to find my coaches, but I couldn’t find my coaches," she said. Brown said Keeler told her "right away," and Brown then began contacting school officials herself. "From that point, I kind of took the lead in talking to the coaches, and I made sure to send them an email and let them know what happened and ask them to kind of handle the situation," Brown said. "They assured me they were looking into it. They assured me it was gonna be handled. They passed it off to all these people, and then we just never heard anything else about it, like nothing further about it until we started pressing them." ADF attorney Kate Anderson, who is representing the family, said the video of the match showed Keeler was visibly upset after coming off the mat. "This was a really disturbing situation, and you can tell from the video that circulated on it, but Kallie came off the mat crying and very visibly upset," Anderson said. "Her coaches were around. They saw. They didn’t address that with her. They just went on to the next thing, which is why she struggled to find them later, and then Stephanie had to report it by email as soon as she could." Brown said the first response from a coach was that school staff did not know a biological male was in Keeler’s bracket. "The reaction was that the coach said that they didn’t know that there was a biological male in the bracket," Brown said. "They said they would never have put her on the mat had they known, because she said she wouldn’t have put any of her athletes in that position." But Anderson said that while the family initially heard sympathetic comments, the district and athletic association later maintained that Keeler could be placed in the same situation again. "While the school district kind of gave lip service to that right away, they’ve now maintained, as has the athletic association, that this can happen again," Anderson said. "If Kallie goes back into wrestling this year, that they can match her against a male athlete again, and that they won’t tell her or her mom ahead of time." That possibility has left Keeler unsure about her future in the sport. "It’s kind of unsettling," Keeler said. "It really makes me contemplate whether I do want to continue with wrestling throughout high school or not." The lawsuit has also changed life for Keeler away from the mat, especially at school. She said some of her relationships with teammates and friends from wrestling have faded since the allegations became public. "A lot of my friends from sports, like from the wrestling team, we don’t really talk anymore because of the whole thing," Keeler said. When asked why, Keeler said, "They really liked the coach, and they just kind of fell off when the whole thing came out." Brown added, "They’re blaming her for the coach being in trouble." Brown said she does not know what, if any, discipline the coach has faced. But she said the fallout among students began after coaches were being discussed and questioned. "Girls were telling her this was her fault and just kind of stuff like that," Brown said. "There’s been a lot of harassment at school from other kids." The attention has followed the family beyond school hallways. Brown said she and Keeler have been recognized in public after the case drew attention. "It’s brought a lot, a lot of added stress," Brown said. "We’ve gone out in public and people have been like, they recognize her or they recognize me, and they’ll whisper and they’ll talk. And at times it’s been uncomfortable... "You can just hear them whisper. They’ll be like, ‘Oh, that’s Kallie,’ and people just talk. They recognize her and/or me now that my face has been out there." The family’s legal argument is that Washington state education officials, the WIAA and the Puyallup School District violated Keeler’s rights by enforcing policies that allow male athletes who identify as female to compete in girls’ sports without notice to female athletes or their parents. The complaint alleges the policies led Keeler to unknowingly wrestle a male opponent in a girls’ tournament, where she says she was sexually assaulted, and that officials then failed to properly report, investigate or remedy the incident. Anderson said the family is seeking immediate protection before the next wrestling season. "The biggest piece is that Stephanie has asked that her daughter be able to continue wrestling and be guaranteed that she won’t be matched against a male," Anderson said. "Or at the very least, she be made aware that she’s being matched against a male athlete so that she and her mom can make a decision that’s going to protect her safety and privacy going forward." Anderson said the school district and athletic association have denied that request. "They will not give her notice again," Anderson said. "That’s really the heart of the motion we just filed with the court, is to have the court step in and say as the case continues, she can be protected from having to wrestle a male athlete again." The Puyallup School District previously told Fox News Digital it had not been formally served with the complaint at the time of that inquiry and was reviewing the matter, but could not comment further because the matter involved student privacy and anticipated litigation. Fox News Digital previously reported it had reached out to the WIAA and the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. For Brown, the most painful part of the public reaction has been hearing people dismiss what Keeler says happened as simply part of wrestling. Brown said critics have repeatedly used the term "oil check," a phrase sometimes used in wrestling to describe an invasive illegal maneuver. "A lot of the things that we’ve heard is just, ‘Oh, it’s just an oil check. If you can’t handle an oil check, you shouldn’t be a wrestler,’" Brown said. "We’ve heard that so many times. She was hearing that from peers at school, too." Brown rejected that argument. "An oil check is, by definition, sexual assault," Brown said. "That’s not something that should happen in boys’ categories or the girls’ category. It’s not okay, and it’s not a normal part of wrestling." Brown said Keeler’s long history in the sport makes that argument especially frustrating. "Kallie’s wrestled since she was 4" Brown said. "It used to be co-ed up until the end of junior high when kids are going through puberty and that switch in the body happens. This has never been an issue. She’s never been violated ever." Brown said her sons wrestled, too, and she does not accept the idea that what her daughter described is a typical part of the sport. "For people just to say, ‘Oh, it’s just a normal part of wrestling,’ like my boys wrestled too, and it was never a thing with them," Brown said. "This is not your typical everyday wrestling situation." Anderson said the alleged act was not incidental contact during a move. "It’s not having something that just happens as part of a move," Anderson said. "This is something that’s a flagrant foul, and in her case was a pretty significant sexual assault. And so for people to blame her or to suggest that she signed up for that really needs to be stopped." Brown said the family’s objection to what happened has repeatedly been framed by others as hostility toward the LGBT community — a characterization she says is false. "Two things can be true," Brown said. "We can support a community, but we can still not agree with what’s happening in sports or with her in particular." Brown said her family has close personal connections to the LGBTQ community. "I have very close friends who have trans kids, and we’ve always welcomed them and made them feel supported and comfortable with who they are," Brown said. "I have family members who are part of the community. One of my own children is part of the community. I have a stepson who’s part of that community." Brown also said one of her older son’s former partners identified as nonbinary and "always felt supported" in their home. "I just don’t like being painted as someone who doesn’t support the community because we do," Brown said. "But also I don’t support what happened to my daughter, and I don’t support biological males in women’s sports." Keeler said the people closest to her understand that she would not fabricate an allegation because someone is transgender. "I feel like they’re pretty supportive about the whole thing because they know that I wouldn’t just make something up because somebody is trans," Keeler said. "They know me personally, and they know my story on a more different level because of how close we are." At school, however, Keeler said she does not report every comment or accusation. "I don’t really report it to the school," she said. Brown said her daughter does not feel she can trust school officials with those reports after what happened with the original allegations. "I don’t think she’s in a position where she feels like she can trust anyone to go to at the school to report it, because they didn’t do anything with any of the reports prior to the things that are happening now," Brown said. "She’ll tell me what’s happening." According to Anderson, the school district did not open a Title IX investigation in earnest until after the case became public. "They waited to open an investigation until this case started in the news and people became aware in the community and there became some pushback on social media," Anderson said. "That’s the first time they really started to, in earnest, open a Title IX investigation." Anderson said the family believes school officials had a duty to report and investigate the allegation earlier. "They’ve drug that investigation on and on, and it’s still ongoing," Anderson said. Keeler’s own experience in wrestling cuts across much of the debate. She did wrestle boys when she was younger, she said, because club wrestling and middle school wrestling were co-ed. But she and Brown said that changes by high school. "It ends at eighth grade," Brown said of co-ed wrestling. "That’s when a lot of changes are happening for boys and girls." Keeler said the difference between wrestling boys and girls is noticeable. "Guys are more aggressive right off the bat and have more strength a lot of the time," Keeler said. "They have more strength in their upper body, when girls have more strength in their lower body. So I feel like it’s easier to get control when you’re wrestling a girl versus a guy." Asked whether she sensed that difference during the match at issue, Keeler said, "A little bit." But she said it still did not occur to her that the athlete she was wrestling could be a biological male. "Some girl wrestlers, they work out a lot, so they have a lot of upper body strength," Keeler said. "It didn’t really cross my mind that I would be wrestling a biological male." Anderson said that fact is central to the family’s complaint. "That’s the real key, too, is it wasn’t even in their minds that this could happen," Anderson said. "It wasn’t even a possibility because they had no idea." For Brown, the case is about protecting her daughter’s ability to keep doing the sport she loves while having the information Brown believes she should have had the first time. For Keeler, it is simpler and harder: She wants to wrestle, but she does not know whether the mat will feel safe again. She is 16 now. She has been wrestling for 12 years. And after everything that has happened — the match, the lawsuit, the whispers, the accusations, the lost friendships and the uncertainty about next season — she is still waiting to find out whether the sport she loves will remain part of her life. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f15ea12eaf174af7c1ca 15 back-to-school gifts your grandkids will actually want and use te 2026-07-15T20:45:18.790Z 15 back-to-school gifts your grandkids will actually want and use Shopping for your grandkids doesn't have to be a guessing game. These back-to-school gifts are practical enough for everyday use and fun enough to earn a spot in their backpacks. From a monogrammed pencil case to a lightweight Kindle Paperwhite, these picks are perfect for grandkids of all ages, from kindergartners to college students. This Kipling backpack is built to handle the school year and comes in dozens of designs. The crinkled nylon resists scuffs, while a padded sleeve protects electronics. Pair it with a matching pencil case and lunch bag for an even bigger gift. Original price: $14.99 Pair this Line Friends holder with an Apple AirTag for extra peace of mind if a backpack goes missing. The playful character design clips onto a bag just like a keychain. Older students juggling assignments and activities will get plenty of use out of this Rifle Paper Co. planner. Its 17-month layout spans an entire academic year, while the floral design draws inspiration from famous authors. READ MORE: These school supplies are cheaper online than in stores Make staying hydrated more fun with a water bottle featuring favorite characters from Marvel, Harry Potter, DC and more. Double-wall insulation keeps drinks cold throughout the school day, while the leakproof lid makes it easy to toss into a backpack. Original price: $14.99 Add a personal touch to school supplies with this monogrammed pencil case. Multiple compartments and a mesh pocket hold everything from pens and pencils to a graphing calculator. Getting out of bed for school is never easy, but the Hatch Restore 3 helps make mornings a little smoother. It stimulates a gradual sunrise instead of a jarring alarm and doubles as both a sound machine and reading light. If the tween in your life wants to start a skincare routine, the Bubble Super Cuties kit offers an easy place to begin. It includes travel-sized versions of the brand's dermatologist-developed cleanser, serums and moisturizers, so they can try the routine before committing to full-size products. READ MORE: 10 back-to-school products parents always forget to buy Original price: $26.24 This Crayola case packs 140 art supplies — including crayons, markers, colored pencils and paper — into one organized carrying case. It keeps creative students busy long after homework is done and stores neatly when not in use. Original price: $69.99 Older students will appreciate these Soundcore headphones during long study sessions. Active noise cancellation and up to 40 hours of battery life help minimize distractions, and the current 40% discount makes them an especially good value. Kipling's durable, wipe-clean lunch bag now comes in a fun Minions print kids will love. The insulated interior keeps lunch cool until midday, while an interior mesh pocket stores utensils. It also clips neatly onto a matching Kipling backpack. READ MORE: Skip the bargain bin: 13 school supplies that pay for themselves Schools are full of germs, and this Touchland three-pack makes hand sanitizer more appealing. The hydrating formula won't leave hands sticky, comes in scents like Frosted Mint and Lemon Lime Spritz, and fits easily into a pocket. Original price: $8.99 These matching bracelets give your grandchild a sweet reminder of you throughout the school day. They're easy to slip into a greeting card or mail as a thoughtful surprise if you live far away. The Kindle Paperwhite's glare-free display reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight. A single charge lasts for weeks, making it easy to carry between home and school. You can also send new books directly to the device throughout the year. READ MORE: The best school supplies worth buying on Amazon, according to teachers Founded by Louisiana teachers, Mr. Pen makes wooden rulers in fun, kid-friendly designs. They include both standard and metric measurements and hold up better than plastic versions. At less than $5, they're an easy addition to a larger school supply gift. For more deals, visit www.foxnews.com/deals If you're not sure what they'll need, an Amazon eGift card lets older grandkids choose for themselves. It arrives by email, so you don't have to worry about shipping deadlines, and you can load any amount from $5 to $2,000. If you're an Amazon Prime member, you can get these items sent to your door ASAP. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f120a12eaf174af7c1ac ‘Sully,’ ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ Pilot, Announces Alzheimer’s Diagnosis te 2026-07-15T20:44:16.317Z ‘Sully,’ ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ Pilot, Announces Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Captain Sullenberger, who is known as Sully, said that the disease was in its early stages, and that he was “in the beginning of this long journey.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f10ca12eaf174af7c1a3 Trump Administration Subpoenas Law Firms, Escalating Pressure Campaign te 2026-07-15T20:43:56.863Z Trump Administration Subpoenas Law Firms, Escalating Pressure Campaign The uneasy truce between the administration and the law firms it cut deals with last year has erupted into a pitched legal battle behind closed doors. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f0f9a12eaf174af7c199 Opportunities Narrow for Women as Hegseth Blocks More Promotions te 2026-07-15T20:43:37.406Z Opportunities Narrow for Women as Hegseth Blocks More Promotions For the first time in more than a decade, no active-duty female Navy officers are likely to be promoted to admiral this year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f0e5a12eaf174af7c190 ICE Shootings Put Spotlight on Lack of Body Cameras te 2026-07-15T20:43:17.950Z ICE Shootings Put Spotlight on Lack of Body Cameras Kristi Noem, the former homeland security secretary, said five months ago that the Trump administration would “rapidly” deploy body cameras to immigration agents across the country. About half still don’t have them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f0d2a12eaf174af7c187 Colombian Immigrant Killed by ICE in Maine Had Legal Status, Father Says te 2026-07-15T20:42:58.494Z Colombian Immigrant Killed by ICE in Maine Had Legal Status, Father Says The father of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, the man fatally shot by a federal immigration agent on Monday, said his son had been working two jobs to support his wife and daughter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f0bfa12eaf174af7c17e An ICE Shooting in Maine Puts Pressure on Senator Susan Collins te 2026-07-15T20:42:39.044Z An ICE Shooting in Maine Puts Pressure on Senator Susan Collins The Democrats hoping to challenge Ms. Collins, a vulnerable Republican, have seized on the fatal incident, drawing attention to her record on immigration matters. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f0aba12eaf174af7c175 House Votes for Permanent Daylight Saving Time te 2026-07-15T20:42:19.581Z House Votes for Permanent Daylight Saving Time House Republicans and Democrats united in favor of a bill to eliminate semiannual clock-changing, but it faces an uncertain fate in the Senate. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f098a12eaf174af7c16c At War With Iran Again, Trump Finds an Opponent He Cannot Easily Dominate te 2026-07-15T20:42:00.126Z At War With Iran Again, Trump Finds an Opponent He Cannot Easily Dominate The president is accustomed to forcing other countries to bend to his will. But he is struggling to come up with a strategy to extract Iranian concessions as the cease-fire he brokered collapses. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f084a12eaf174af7c163 As Confirmation Hearing Nears, Todd Blanche’s Role in Epstein Case Draws Scrutiny te 2026-07-15T20:41:40.670Z As Confirmation Hearing Nears, Todd Blanche’s Role in Epstein Case Draws Scrutiny Todd Blanche’s role in interviewing Ghislaine Maxwell, a longtime associate of the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, will be front and center as he seeks to become attorney general. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f071a12eaf174af7c15a U.S. War Against Iran Enters a New Phase te 2026-07-15T20:41:21.213Z U.S. War Against Iran Enters a New Phase As President Trump resumes his war, the focus is now on the Strait of Hormuz. But it remains unclear how far the U.S. military will go to exert control. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f05da12eaf174af7c151 One Dead and Three Missing in San Francisco Bay After Boat Capsizes Near Alcatraz te 2026-07-15T20:41:01.809Z One Dead and Three Missing in San Francisco Bay After Boat Capsizes Near Alcatraz Sixteen other passengers were rescued after the pleasure boat sank in the San Francisco Bay on Tuesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f04aa12eaf174af7c148 Videos Detail Moments Surrounding Fatal ICE Shooting in Biddeford, Maine te 2026-07-15T20:40:42.301Z Videos Detail Moments Surrounding Fatal ICE Shooting in Biddeford, Maine Footage obtained by The New York Times shows ICE agents in the moments before and after the killing of Joan Sebastian Guerrero. The circumstances of the shooting remain unclear. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57f036a12eaf174af7c13a Here’s the latest. te 2026-07-15T20:40:22.853Z Here’s the latest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ee05a12eaf174af7c0c1 Photos: Amid anger over ICE shootings, Tucsonans call to abolish agency te 2026-07-15T20:31:01.110Z Photos: Amid anger over ICE shootings, Tucsonans call to abolish agency Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57edf0a12eaf174af7c0a3 SpaceX falls to $135 IPO price ahead of Starship launch te 2026-07-15T20:30:40.624Z SpaceX falls to $135 IPO price ahead of Starship launch The stock has steadily fallen from the euphoric post-IPO high, showing that markets may be sobering up to the promises CEO Elon Musk made before and after SpaceX went public. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57eddca12eaf174af7c096 Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash pressed accelerator 100%, NTSB confirms te 2026-07-15T20:30:20.664Z Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash pressed accelerator 100%, NTSB confirms The safety board confirmed Tesla's account of the crash, which the company shared days after it happened last month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ec11a12eaf174af7c073 'Slap on the wrist': Illegal immigrant trucker's sentence ignites outrage after crash killed 3 te 2026-07-15T20:22:41.477Z 'Slap on the wrist': Illegal immigrant trucker's sentence ignites outrage after crash killed 3 Trump administration officials and conservatives torched the sentencing result for an illegal immigrant trucker who killed three people in a fiery California semi-truck collision, after he was given less than five years behind bars. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who called the sentencing a "slap on the wrist," said his agency will not stop "until ALL illegal alien truckers are put out of business and held accountable," while the Department of Homeland Security said immigration officials were standing by to arrest the trucker "upon his release, so he is never allowed back on our roads." Jashanpreet Singh, a 21-year-old Indian national who federal authorities said was in the United States illegally, was sentenced Tuesday to four years and eight months in prison after pleading guilty to three felony counts of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence stemming from an October 2025 crash on Interstate 10 in San Bernardino County, California. Singh’s semitruck plowed into slow-moving traffic, killing three people and injuring several others, while dashcam video showed him never applying the brakes before impact. HIGH SCHOOL COACH, WIFE ID'D AS VICTIMS KILLED IN CRASH TIED TO ILLEGAL ALIEN TRUCKER RELEASED BY BIDEN ADMIN "This is a wildly insufficient punishment for a foreign national, in our country illegally, who killed 3 people with a truck," Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, said. "Despite taking the lives of 3 people in a horrific eight-vehicle crash, criminal illegal alien Jashanpreet Singh was given a SLAP ON THE WRIST prison sentence of less than 5 years in sanctuary California," DHS said following news of Singh's sentencing. "Illegal aliens like this killer should NEVER be allowed behind the wheel or on our nation’s roads. ICE stands ready to arrest Singh upon his release so he is never allowed back on our roads to take another innocent life." "5 years is a slap on the wrist for KILLING 3 AMERICANS," the Transportation Secretary added. "If California followed the rules, illegal aliens like Jashanpreet Singh wouldn’t be driving 80,000 pound missiles down our roads We won’t stop until ALL illegal truckers are put out of business and held accountable." Singh crossed the southern border in California’s El Centro Sector in March 2022 and was released into the U.S. under the Biden administration pending an immigration hearing, according to federal sources. He later obtained a California commercial driver’s license in June 2025, according to the Department of Transportation. ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT TRUCKERS ACCUSED OF MOWING DOWN AMERICANS IGNITE FURY OVER LOOPHOLES UNLEASHING DEADLY ROADS Federal officials had previously warned California about compliance issues involving commercial driver’s licenses and directed the state to pause new licenses to non-citizens and review existing licenses to make sure they complied with federal requirements. Fox News Digital previously reported that Singh should have been disqualified under an emergency DOT policy, while California officials said his eligibility was based on federally approved employment authorization documents. Meanwhile, during an April debate among candidates for California governor, several running as Democrats said they would fight the Trump administration's push to get California police officers to begin issuing English proficiency tests for big rig drivers in the state because it's racist.  "Racial profiling is illegal. And, in fact, picking on people based on the color of their skin in the state of California, is illegal," Democrat megadonor and billionaire businessman Tom Steyer said when asked if he would support a policy enforcing police to issue road-side language proficiency tests to truck drivers. "Is that officer asking everyone he pulls over to explain those road signs? Or, is he asking only people who look like me? If he's doing that, then he's violating the law," former Biden administration Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Beccera said, slamming a police officer in a short local news clip that was played by debate moderators showing an officer issuing a field test to determine if a commercial driver who spoke Spanish could understand road signs. But then-Republican California gubernatorial hopeful Sheriff Chad Bianco, who was forced to bow out after not qualifying for the general election in the state's nonpartisan June primary, slammed his Democratic opponents for pulling the race card.  "Let's stop with this whole racism thing, and racial profiling and all of this garbage. We have to get over this. You either violated the law or you didn't. End of story," Bianco said. "Consequences for bad behavior." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ebc0a12eaf174af7c039 Inside Maine Democrats’ Search for a New Senate Nominee After Graham Platner’s Exit te 2026-07-15T20:21:20.063Z Inside Maine Democrats’ Search for a New Senate Nominee After Graham Platner’s Exit Democratic candidates are hastily building bare-bones campaigns and forgoing traditional outreach like TV ads in a sprint to appeal to party delegates, rather than Maine voters. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ebaca12eaf174af7c030 Court Filings Describe Ongoing Contact Between ICE and Iran on Deportations te 2026-07-15T20:21:00.606Z Court Filings Describe Ongoing Contact Between ICE and Iran on Deportations In a sworn declaration, a lawyer says an Iranian official reported receiving regular dossiers on Iranian detainees from Immigration and Customs Enforcement for months. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57eb98a12eaf174af7c023 Jail data, water use, market shutdown, border wall: 4 takeaways from supervisors meeting te 2026-07-15T20:20:40.639Z Jail data, water use, market shutdown, border wall: 4 takeaways from supervisors meeting New Pima County data suggests jail-based treatment programs are helping curb overdose deaths — even as a county official’s word choice raised eyebrows at the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday. The board also heard about a food-access program at risk of disappearing under federal cuts, a sudden spike in water use and supervisors waded into national immigration politics with a vote on a border wall. Here are four things to know. 1. New report shows most fatal overdoses aren’t tied to recent jail time — and one official calls jailed people “bad hombres” Pima County’s jail medical director, Dr. Jeffrey Alvarez, presented an analysis of every opioid-related death in the county in 2025 and 2026, checking each person’s history with the jail system. He found that about 40% of those who died had been in custody at some point in their lives, and just 4% had been released within two weeks of their death — roughly half the rates often cited in national research, he said.  Alvarez said the numbers suggest the county’s in-jail treatment programs are working, and that community-based treatment, along with rising methamphetamine use, deserves more attention. As of the meeting, 709 people — 41% of the jail’s population — were receiving medication-assisted treatment behind bars, according to Paula Perrera, director of the county’s Detainee and Crisis Systems department. Perrera also told the board that roughly half of people leaving the jail report facing homelessness or housing instability, and that most have children. Describing the population her department serves, Perrera contrasted them with lower-level offenders, saying: “Our population tends to be more severe, the bad hombres as opposed to the guys who [are] shoplifting hot dogs.”  The phrase “bad hombres” has carried political weight since President Donald Trump used it during a 2016 debate to describe drug traffickers and gang members, drawing criticism as demeaning toward Latinos and immigrants.  Perrera did not elaborate on the phrase, and the discussion moved on to recidivism data: county programs for people leaving jail reported 30-day reoffending rates of 2% to 4%. Vice Chair Matt Heinz asked staff to consider a future study session on the broader treatment system for people involved in the justice system. 2. A mobile produce market could shut down because of federal cuts PLAZA Mobile Market, a program of the University of Arizona’s Pima County Cooperative Extension, told supervisors it needs emergency county funding to survive after losing its main federal funding source. The market — its name stands for Promoting Local Arizona Agriculture — buys produce directly from small, mostly refugee farmers at prices the farmers help set, then resells it at roughly half of fair-market price at Pima County libraries. It also accepts federal nutrition benefits and has served about 4,200 visitors since launching at the beginning of 2024, program staff told the board. The market was originally funded through a federal SNAP-Ed grant program that was de-funded under the tax and spending law known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” A follow-up grant from the state expires at the end of August. Arizona has cut more SNAP benefits than any other state this year, with at least 400,000 residents losing the benefit. Program leaders asked supervisors for bridge funding and presented three options: maintaining the current two weekly markets, expanding to four markets including new areas, or building a countywide system with a market in every district plus a produce-prescription program for patients. Later in a separate item on the board’s evening regular-session agenda, the county’s Outside Agency Committee recommended just $15,000 in funding for PLAZA Mobile Market — a fraction of the $88,961 the program had requested through that grant process. 3. County water use jumped 22% — and officials say leaks are mostly, but not entirely, to blame An update on Pima County’s Climate Action Plan included some good news and some bad: while the county’s actively managed facilities cut water use, largely through equipment and cooling upgrades, water use by the county rose 22% over the past year. Sarah Davis, a senior advisor in the County Administrator’s Office, told the board the majority of that increase came from two leaks at properties that aren’t actively monitored, totaling about 148,000 kilogallons. Both leaks have since been fixed, she said. Vice Chair Matt Heinz and Chair Jennifer Allen asked for a follow up report about how much of the 22% jump came from the leaks versus other factors — such as longer, hotter summers and increased use of parks and recreation fields. One conservation success from the report is the newly completed optimization project at the Kino Sports Complex, which is projected to save 30 acre-feet of potable water annually, equivalent to the usage of 90 households, by relying on treated wastewater and stormwater. 4. Supervisors reaffirmed opposition to a border wall on tribal land — a largely symbolic vote At its evening regular session, the board voted 4-1 to pass a resolution reaffirming its opposition to a border wall on the Tohono O’odham Nation’s border with Mexico and expressing support for the nation’s lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The board previously passed a resolution in 2017, the first time the Trump administration proposed a wall there. Supervisors didn’t direct the county attorney to file a legal brief or commit any county money or staff resources, so the resolution serves as a public statement of support the nation can point to as it fights DHS in court. Tohono O’odham Chairman Verlon Jose told supervisors the tribe has built its own border security infrastructure over the years, including vehicle barriers and checkpoints, which he said helped cut illegal crossings on the reservation by more than 95% over the past two years.  “If no one is crossing, why do we need a border wall?” he said. Jose said the Nation sued in June after learning DHS was preparing to award construction contracts for a wall through the reservation, even as negotiations were ongoing. The lawsuit argues the wall would illegally seize tribal land and destroy sacred sites. The post Jail data, water use, market shutdown, border wall: 4 takeaways from supervisors meeting appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57eb84a12eaf174af7c018 Indigenous veteran's hospital sketches became a career te 2026-07-15T20:20:20.678Z Indigenous veteran's hospital sketches became a career Seth Rush, an Indigenous Air Force veteran, spent years doodling on his surgical gloves to decompress from the operating room. After a workplace injury cost him his career, his home and nearly his health, that habit became his lifeline. Last April, Rush was prepping an operating room at Canyon Vista Medical Center, as he'd done thousands of times. He was not at all prepared for what happened next or the chain of events that would follow. "My world exploded in blinding pain," he told Tucson Spotlight. Canyon Vista Medical Center took X-rays, and its ownership group, LifePoint, put Rush on temporary medical leave. Eventually, an adjuster from workers' compensation ruled his injury a sprain. But a sprain can't be seen on an X-ray, which was the only diagnostic imaging performed by the hospital, so Rush sought a second opinion from a spinal surgeon, who ordered an MRI, used to view damage to soft tissue and ligaments. The surgeon diagnosed him with a few partially compressed and bulging discs and extra spinal fluid, a condition that puts extra pressure on his nerve endings, resulting in excruciating pain. Rush's symptoms include sciatica, muscle spasms and feet that "constantly feel like they are standing in campfire." Six months after the injury, LifePoint reached out to say that an independent medical examiner had ruled his injury a "minor" back sprain and cleared him to return to work. One of Seth Rush's painted pieces, drawing on his mixed Indigenous heritage, including Purépecha, Cherokee, Mohawk and Apache ancestry. Katherine Martinez / Tucson Spotlight. But Rush, who was still relying on a walker, was unable to return and ultimately lost his job. His temporary medical leave payments stopped just as he was set to begin physical therapy, leaving him in limbo. "I was getting little to no information," Rush said of next steps. That same month, his partner lost food stamp benefits due to the government shutdown, and in December, the two lost their apartment. Rush hadn't yet started receiving military benefits, so he found himself couch surfing alone. He returned to a familiar decompression tool to comfort himself, picking up a marker and a piece of canvas and unknowingly embarking on the start of his comeback story. Rush had been creating art for years as a way to destress after work. When the pieces began to pile up in the corner of his home, he would throw them away. "I am one of those people that didn't think I had any artistic talent," Rush said. But a paint night boosted his confidence, and he started to casually sell his art. When he lost his job and his mobility became limited, Rush decided to dive into his artwork as a means to make ends meet. Occasional sales weren't enough to pay the bills, but eventually, he caught a break. Rush checked himself into the Tucson VA in March and began attending counseling. His doctor also adjusted his mental health medications, allowing him to focus on getting back on his feet and trying to sell his artwork full time. He contacted The Warrior Healing Center in Sierra Vista to see if the group could help, and staff put him in contact with Primavera's Project Action Veteran, which arranged an apartment for Rush and his partner. Once he was back in stable housing, he inquired at The Mall at Sierra Vista about a space to sell his art and was given permission to set up a table. Seth Rush sells his artwork at a table inside The Mall at Sierra Vista, where his pieces have drawn a steady following since he began setting up shop there. Katherine Martinez / Tucson Spotlight. It didn't take long for him to find an audience. "I saw his art and it just stopped me dead in my tracks," said shopper Adeline, who came across an unaccompanied table of Rush's work. Normally, Adeline doesn't stop if no one is manning a display, but Rush's pieces were different, she said. "This is a must," she said. "This is artistry at its best." Rush's work draws on his mixed Indigenous heritage, which includes Purépecha, also known as Tarascan, Cherokee, Mohawk and Apache ancestry. His style was inspired by what he saw during a sweat lodge ceremony, a Native American method of healing and prayer. Adeline ended up purchasing a piece for her husband's office on the Mescalero Apache Reservation. Rush's partnership with the mall in Sierra Vista has evolved, and he's since been commissioned to create a new mural next to the food court. Rush's accident may have ended his career as a surgical technologist, but it opened the door for him to make a living doing what he loves. Today, he stays busy with gallery shows and teaching art classes at the Warrior Healing Center on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. His pieces are available to view and purchase at the Endeavor Gallery in Benson, and they'll be on display at the Sierra Vista library during the month of August before moving to the Huachuca Heart Association Gallery in September. Katherine Martinez is a a Kickapoo-Potawatomi Native majoring in journalism at the University of Arizona and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact her at martinezk29@arizona.edu. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e992a12eaf174af7bfe2 Alcatraz boat victim identified as 79-year-old; search continues for 3 missing people te 2026-07-15T20:12:02.596Z Alcatraz boat victim identified as 79-year-old; search continues for 3 missing people A former California reserve deputy sheriff has been identified as the person who died after a pleasure boat carrying members of an extended family capsized in the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz Island. Clifford Joseph Boisa, 79, of Sutter County, died after the three-level recreational vessel sank Tuesday afternoon with 20 people aboard, authorities said. The Sutter County Sheriff's Office confirmed to Fox News Digital that Boisa served as a reserve deputy sheriff beginning in 1987. Three passengers remained missing Wednesday as the U.S. Coast Guard and local agencies continued an extensive search of the bay. Sixteen others were rescued, including three people who were taken to local hospitals. The passengers were members of an extended family gathered for a memorial service that included scattering a loved one's ashes in San Francisco Bay, according to a report from The New York Times. NEW YORK HARBOR WHALE STRIKE SINKS FIRE RESCUE BOAT AFTER JULY 4 CELEBRATIONS San Francisco Fire Chief Dean Crispin said crews were dispatched at about 3:35 p.m. local time after receiving reports of a vessel fire roughly 600 yards off Alcatraz Island between the former prison and the Golden Gate Bridge. When first responders arrived, they found no evidence of a fire, but instead discovered the boat had capsized and was already mostly submerged. Crispin said the San Francisco Police Department's marine unit found the vessel with only its upper deck above the water. The boat's engine was still running, and fuel was leaking into the bay. One person was found in the water, while the remaining occupants were located inside the vessel's top compartment before rescuers pulled them to safety, he said. PILOT DECLARES MAYDAY BEFORE SEAPLANE COMES DOWN IN NEW YORK CITY’S EAST RIVER Authorities have not yet determined what caused the boat to sink. However, officials have said strong summer winds and rapidly changing conditions on San Francisco Bay can create dangerous boating conditions. Commercial fishermen Mike Montoya and Justin Marceline, who rushed to help after the vessel went down, described a frantic rescue as passengers fought to escape. "There was even people banging at the windows as they were like filing out, and as soon as people were hitting the water, we were just trying to pick them up as fast as we can," the fishermen told NBC Bay Area. "Some people didn't even have life vests on and they were drowning." The Coast Guard and San Francisco Fire Department continued searching Wednesday using boats, helicopters, thermal imaging, tide predictions and drift modeling to find the three missing passengers. NAVY SUSPENDS SEARCH FOR SAILOR WHO WENT MISSING WHEN HELICOPTER WENT DOWN IN ARABIAN SEA The Sutter County Sheriff's Office told Fox News Digital it had no additional information to provide about Boisa. Fox News Digital also reached out to the San Francisco Fire Department for additional information. Officials said the vessel departed from the area near San Francisco's St. Francis Yacht Club. The cause of the sinking remains under investigation. Boisa's family did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Fox News Digital's Michael Sinkewicz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e97fa12eaf174af7bfd9 Taxidermied raccoons are seeing unprecedented demand thanks to Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland te 2026-07-15T20:11:43.141Z Taxidermied raccoons are seeing unprecedented demand thanks to Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland If you're in the market for a taxidermied raccoon — and let's be honest, who isn't? — you may have some trouble tracking one down, and that's all thanks to soccer player Erling Haaland. The Norwegian superstar took the tournament by storm, leading his team to the quarterfinals and becoming one of this edition of the World Cup's biggest names. Not just because of what he did on the field, but also because of the way he fully embraced American culture, part of which involved certain souvenirs. WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONE Haaland was seen hopping off the team plane back in Norway with a stuffed raccoon holding an empty bottle of booze. That got a lot of attention because, well, let's be honest, it's a little odd. It also turned out that it was part of a taxidermy collection the Manchester City star picked up during the tournament. That raccoon getting Haaland's stamp of approval meant that suddenly there was a surge in demand, one the western shop where he bought it is having trouble meeting. TRACE ADKINS PREMIERES PATRIOTIC SONG AS ‘CHICAGO’ SAYS FIFA GUESTS PROVE AMERICAN GREATNESS According to Front Office Sports, Dallas' Wild Bill's Western Store is fresh out of stuffed raccoon and has even been shipping internationally for the first time because of the demand. There's a good lesson here: you never know where your biggest success could come from. There's no way the Wild Bill's Western Store long game was, "So, in 2026, the World Cup will be in the U.S., and we're going to bank on a Norwegian guy having a real affinity for stuffed raccoons." If that is how they drew it up, more power to them, but I'm comfortable assuming that it wasn't. But hey, I'm sure they won't complain about Erling Haaland using his power to influence global taxidermied raccoon demand to help their bottom line. I certainly wouldn't. Meanwhile, the TSA — which has really been faced with some strange conundrums thanks to the World Cup — posted on X that there's no rule against flying with a booze bottle-wielding stuffed raccoon, but suggested consulting individual airlines. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e96aa12eaf174af7bfc0 Maricopa County’s election dispute is finally over — at least on paper te 2026-07-15T20:11:22.667Z Maricopa County’s election dispute is finally over — at least on paper Voters wait in line at the Memorial Presbyterian Church after the polls closed to vote in the 2024 Election in Maricopa County on Nov. 5, 2024, in Phoenix, Ariz. The county's top officials, who have long feuded over election control, recently agreed to a minutely detailed deal that effectively builds a wall between their offices, but tensions could still make for a bumpy 2026 midterms cycle. (Photo by Courtney Pedroza for Votebeat) Officials in one of the nation’s biggest swing counties huddled in separate, windowless jury chambers at a courthouse Monday. Outside, a summer monsoon storm unleashed dust, wind, rain, and lightning over Phoenix. Inside, long after business hours, a local judge hurried back and forth, carrying proposed terms from one room to the other. Around 10 p.m., they reached a consensus. Maricopa County finally had a plan for running its elections, and its board of supervisors enacted it in a 3-1 vote at a hastily scheduled emergency meeting Tuesday. The deal ends a long-standing legal battle over election control between Recorder Justin Heap, a Republican, and the majority-GOP board. The county’s top election officials had been locked in litigation for more than a year, culminating in a state Supreme Court decision last week that found in Heap’s favor. In a joint statement, both sides suggested the new deal was a win for county voters. But the compromise, crafted during a series of closed-door, hourslong sessions mediated by Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Christopher Coury, effectively builds a wall between the board’s elections department and the recorder’s office — agencies that traditionally have worked hand in hand to administer elections for the county’s 2.5 million voters. It’s unclear how the new approach will play out. The agreement doesn’t apply to the upcoming July 21 primary, which could leave the process for resolving disputes in that election unclear. While the agreement resolves officials’ legal battle, tensions remain high between their offices. As a result, the first true test of the deal will come in the high-stakes general election on Nov. 3. In Arizona, highly competitive state and congressional races are underway. Voters in Maricopa County, the state’s most populous jurisdiction, are certain to drive the outcome of top contests and could help determine control of the U.S. House of Representatives. Bill Gates, executive director of Arizona State University’s Mechanics of Democracy Laboratory, said election officials can expect to be under the nation’s microscope. “We know there’s no such thing as a perfect election,” he said. “It’s an important election. There will be a lot of eyeballs on it.” But Gates, a former GOP county supervisor, also said the deal between election officials is “superior to the alternatives” at this point in the dispute and lays out “a rational framework” for election administration, though he would prefer “a more collaborative environment.” Maricopa County has taken a long road to an election deal. Here’s what it says. The fiery dispute between Maricopa County officials started well before they entered litigation. Heap has long contended that county supervisors usurped much of his power to run elections through a deal they struck with his predecessor, Republican Stephen Richer, months before he took office. He sued over the matter last year — and after months of back-and-forth in county court, a judge ruled largely in his favor on April 16, ordering the board to return control of several election-related functions and information technology staffers to the recorder’s office. Supervisors moved to stay that ruling, arguing it was too close to the primary to implement the court’s directives without risking a tumultuous election. An appeals court ultimately sided with them. Then, Heap took the matter to the Arizona Supreme Court, which reinstated the county court’s order and adopted a primary-specific plan proposed by Heap. The new agreement is designed to draw clear lines between officials’ responsibilities, down to even the most minute details of election administration. Heap will retain full control of voter registration under the deal. He will also oversee most aspects of early, in-person voting and mail voting, including locating ballot drop boxes across the county. However, the board will still draw precinct boundaries and prepare all of the county’s ballots. Supervisors will also determine the maximum number of early voting sites and drop boxes operating in the county. The agreement stipulates that, in coming years, the number of early voting sites must equal at least 20% of the vote centers scheduled for Election Day. Heap will also get his own IT team and system, as well as new staff for his office’s early voting division. To facilitate those changes, the board agreed to allocate millions of dollars to pay for the new positions and equipment. While Heap’s technology system is being built, he and the supervisors will jointly control the county’s existing system. Supervisors will retain control over voting at the polls on Election Day. They will oversee emergency voting, which occurs the weekend before each major election, and all aspects of ballot counting. The board will also continue to vote to certify election results, as mandated by state law. Will Maricopa County see a smooth election cycle? While the deal ends the legal battle between the two parties, it’s unclear if lingering tensions will affect upcoming elections — especially the primary. Heap and the board have butted heads on several occasions in recent months. In May, they argued over how to communicate a new voting option at polling sites during a local election. Then, another scuffle erupted over ballot drop box locations for the upcoming primary. Heap later asked a judge to hold the supervisors in civil contempt of court. He also sought to stop a special prosecutor’s investigation into whether his employees broke the law by removing a scanner from the county’s vote tabulation center during a local election earlier this year. Even after this week’s agreement was struck, relations appeared to remain contentious. Heap, who did not appear at the board’s Tuesday meeting, said in a statement that the deal will “ultimately be measured by its faithful implementation.” Democratic Supervisor Steve Gallardo, the only board member to vote against the agreement, suggested Heap would try to put his “thumb on the scale” of the county’s elections. Supervisor Kate Brophy McGee, a Republican, told reporters she was “not required” to trust Heap to execute the deal. “We have a path forward,” she said, adding that her “personal opinion” was “not part of it.” That path includes a framework for resolving future disputes, should they arise. Officials will take any further disagreements to a special master: Coury, the judge who mediated the deal. He will then make a determination on how to proceed. If either party disagrees with his decision, they can ask the Arizona Supreme Court to hear the issue. The court is not required to do so, and no further appeals would be available. The setup aims to avoid costly, time-consuming litigation in the future, but it could lead to some confusion during the upcoming state primary. The agreement stipulates that prior court orders in the case will be vacated. It also states that officials will adhere to the Arizona Supreme Court’s recent ruling for the primary, which is already in motion. That order adopted a temporary plan to divide election responsibilities and created its own framework for addressing disputes. It directs the board and recorder’s office to appoint operational and legal liaisons who would attempt to resolve issues jointly and file expedited lawsuits if they can’t reach a resolution. However, it remains unclear whether those liaisons or the special master would resolve disputes that arise during the primary. Brophy McGee told reporters after the board’s vote that the primary was “in process” and that “the way it’s working is how it will continue to work through Election Day.” But Kory Langhoffer, an attorney representing four of the board’s five members, told Votebeat he believed the parties would resolve disputes using the special master process during the primary. A spokesperson for Heap did not respond to a request for comment on the dispute resolution structure for the upcoming election. Vince Funari, a spokesperson for the Maricopa County Superior Court, told Votebeat on Tuesday that judges would be on standby during the primary to handle urgent election matters. Even if emergency lawsuits aren’t the proper way to handle disagreements during the primary, other election matters could still arise unrelated to the officials’ infighting. By November, county officials said the new agreement’s framework will be fully in place. But there’s still a question of how often county supervisors and the recorder’s office will need to use it. Brophy McGee said she anticipates the deal will help make the county’s election functions “boring again.” “It provides a lot of clarity,” she said from the dais Tuesday. “This agreement spells out, word for word, what the job is.” She added that she believes the deal will facilitate “elections that nobody will worry about, have anxiety attacks about, or have to ask about.” But Gallardo, the lone vote against the agreement, was less confident. “I don’t want anyone to fail, but I think we all know how this is going to play out,” he told his colleagues. He described Heap as “hyperpartisan” and predicted, “This is not the last of it.” This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization covering local election integrity and voting access. Sign up for their newsletters here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e751a12eaf174af7bf64 Tony Romo has a message for his haters before NFL season, Apple TV MLB girl & the pandering WNBA is exhausting te 2026-07-15T20:02:25.067Z Tony Romo has a message for his haters before NFL season, Apple TV MLB girl & the pandering WNBA is exhausting 'Nightcaps' is a daily column that catches you up on the biggest sports, news and culture stories you may have missed while pretending to do work at your desk. It runs Monday–Friday on OutKick.com. Middle Hump Day of July! Whew. One minute, you're celebrating our 250th birthday. The next, you're staring down the barrel of the second half of the month. We've also reached the absolute slowest time of year, minus the pesky World Cup which apparently is still going on despite the U.S. getting bounced last week. Who knew?! AFTER BLOWOUT LOSS TO BELGIUM, MANY ARE WONDERING IF TEAM USA IS BETTER OR WORSE THAN IT WAS A DECADE AGO Other than that? Crickets. No baseball tonight. Only one game tomorrow. We do get the British Cup, which is nice. Although that's usually over before lunch, so it ain't exactly taking up space this weekend. We're in the Dog Days right now. It's official. They're here. We've got ACC Media Days going on this week, if you care. I reckon another WNBA player could do something dumb tonight? There's always that possibility. But otherwise, it's a grind right now. Good thing that's our specialty! Let's roll. Welcome to a Hump Day Nightcaps — the one where Tony Romo has a message for all you (hand raised) haters who have grown tired of the act. What else? I've got Apple TV's MLB girl, Tricia Whitaker, throwing heat the All-Star game, ESPN NFL Draft, Paige Bueckers being just beyond insufferable, and where do we all stand on this potential Daylight Savings Time bill? We in on more sunlight during the evenings? Or OUT on less sunlight in the mornings? Let's figure it out together. OK, grab you an ice-cold Miller Lite with Olivia Dunne and settle in for a Hump Day 'Cap! Couple housekeeping notes before we get started ... From Rob S: If you’re going to write about something, write about it, don’t ramble on in so many different directions that it’s impossible to continue reading or finish reading since you never seem to get where you going. Thanks, Rob! That's the entire point of this column. It's quite literally why it was created over three years ago now — to catch everyone up on the day's events/biggest stories without doing too much of a deep dive into any of them. So now you know, right off the bat. Proceed with caution! CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM OK, let's get class started with Tony Romo — who America has really turned on in recent years — telling the viewers he ain't listening when they mock him for the weird noises he makes in the CBS booth: "I'm OK with it," Romo said during this week's "Pardon My Take" podcast. "It's been a long time since I've taken offense to people. Romo continued: "You're on air three hours a week, you're gonna do something right ... we do more right than wrong, otherwise we wouldn't be in the position we're in. But I think, with anything, you're always going to do something wrong ... I want to teach. I want people to understand 'why,' because there's so much of that that goes into it. 'Why did they make this decision? Why did they run the ball on fourth and two?' "I just feel like that's what people want, and the more people I talk to love it. There's a gazillion people who come up to you and they like it." Thoughts? First impressions? Here's the thing ... I used to love Romo. I think we all did, right? When he first came to CBS, he was must-see TV. Calling out the plays before they happened, and being right all the time. The enthusiasm. It was awesome. Somewhere along the way, something changed. The Nostradamus stuff wore off. The enthusiasm sort of died away. He became obsessed with Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. Brutal. About 10 Sundays out of the year, Romo calls a Patrick Mahomes game at 4:25 on CBS, and it's just the worst. Once in a while, he gets the Mahomes-Allen game, and it's painful. I don't really care about the weird noises Tony makes while calling a game. His "I don't know Jim!" has become a bit of a calling card over the years. It's fine. It's fun. But the other stuff? The Mahomes-Allen obsession? The BRUTAL game he had last year in the wild card round in which he claimed he was sick? That's the stuff that annoys me. OK, that's a lot of Romo to begin class. Again, though, it's July 15th. There is nothing going on right now. There's a reason sports writers take the entire month of July off, you know? Not me. I'm a patriot. I go down with the ship! Let's rapid-fire this Hump Day class into a big Hump Day Night. First up? This Paige Bueckers is just intolerable: "I'm for equal opportunity, no discrimination based on what you look like, who you like and anything of that nature. I grew up with a lot of prominent Black women in my life that were very important to me in how I was raised and how I grew up, being my stepmom, my AAU coach." "I understand how amazing they are and how they should get the same equal opportunity as a white woman, as a white man to be an important piece of this league. And it was built on a lot of black women, this league, so it's definitely right for them to get the same equal opportunity as everyone else." Good lord. For some reason, Paige was talking about the lack of black coaches in the WNBA. Talk about a slow time of year! Good God. It's just exhausting. They're all so exhausting. The virtue-signaling, pandering, full-of-crap WNBA players who act like we're still living in the 1800s are just so exhausting. I don't think the WNBA has a racial problem, Paige. I think you're good. I think it's covered. Lordy. Next? Where do we stand on this? You know what? The more I think about it, the more on the fence I am. Originally, I was all for later sunsets. But I think as I've grown older, I've come to appreciate the early sunrise a little more. I also live in Florida and none of this really applies to us because it doesn't get dark that early down here during the "winter." But, I also lived in Boston for four years, so I fully understand just how miserable January-March evenings are. You can go DAYS up there without seeing the sun, especially when you're in college and going to bed at 5 a.m. half the time. Tough call. OK, that's it for today. Good Hump Day, everyone. Here's Apple TV MLB reporter Tricia Whitaker dominating the All-Star game. See you tomorrow. Thoughts on Romo? Email me at Zach.Dean@OutKick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e713a12eaf174af7bf3b Corp Comm incumbents accept ‘prohibited donations’ despite claims to the contrary te 2026-07-15T20:01:23.109Z Corp Comm incumbents accept ‘prohibited donations’ despite claims to the contrary Key Points: Two incumbent Arizona Corporation Commissioners accepted 212 donations from individuals with ties to utility companies Commission Chair Nick Myers and Commissioner Kevin Thompson accepted donations from individuals registered as lobbyists with the ACC The donations could violate the commission’s own code of ethics policies on campaign contributions Two Arizona Corporation Commissioners seeking reelection have said they aren’t influenced by the utility companies they regulate.  But campaign finance reports reviewed by the Arizona Capitol Times show they have each accepted small-dollar donations from individuals with vested interests in their decisions, potentially violating the Commission’s own code of ethics.  Commission Chair Nick Myers and Commissioner Kevin Thompson have outpaced their opponents in taking more small-dollar donations from utility executives, lobbyists, energy industry executives, real estate developers and attorneys who appear before the ACC, the reports show. Since 2021, Myers’ campaign committee has reported more than $15,000 in small donations from those donor types, while Thompson’s committee accepted over $23,000 in similar contributions.  Additionally, the two have accepted contributions from individuals registered as lobbyists with the ACC, which appears to be a direct violation of the commission’s own code of ethics.  The Arizona Capitol Times provided both commissioners with a list of the individual contributions reviewed for this story. In separate emailed statements, Myers and Thompson said they do not personally monitor their campaign donations and have not let those contributions influence their decisions at the commission.  “I am my own man. I follow my convictions and do what I think is right for ratepayers and our utilities,” Thompson said. “I applied that same conviction while I was on (Mesa) City Council, receiving traditional campaign donations. I believe my track record proves it on both counts.” Myers said the two candidates participate in the Clean Elections system to avoid taking large donations from PACs and corporations. “Because (Clean Elections) is set up to be a fair process and no money can be taken from corporations, it is fair to say that I have never taken any money from the entities that we regulate,” Myers said. In his statement, Myers deflected criticism to his opponents, claiming one of the two Democrats in the race is not running as a Clean Elections candidate. However, Clara Pratte and Jonathon Hill have both qualified for Clean Elections funding.  Pratte and Hill have received individual donations similar to those accepted by Myers and Thompson, though in much smaller amounts and from individuals with far more distance from the ACC. Many of their donations came from energy industry lobbyists working in other states or on federal policy issues.   By comparison, Pratte received $2,296 in similar donations, including one from a commission-registered lobbyist. Hill received $3,315 in similar donations, with two donations coming from commission-registered lobbyists. Rep. Ralph Heap, R-Mesa, is hoping to unseat one of the incumbents in the Republican primary and received even less money in individual donations from those donor types. He netted $1,105 from lobbyists and real estate developers, none of whom were lobbyists registered with the commission. Myers, Thompson and the three challengers running for ACC seats this year are all participating in the Clean Elections Commission’s public financing system.  Such candidates receive a taxpayer-funded lump sum from Clean Elections to finance their run for office by agreeing to reject large donations from political action committees, labor unions, businesses and corporations.  Small donations, big connections The Commission’s code of ethics prohibits commissioners from accepting donations from “any regulated public service corporation” and any “person or entity in a generic docket or rulemaking proceeding that is registered as a lobbyist … or represented by a lobbyist that is registered with the Commission.”  Additionally, the code requires commissioners to return “prohibited donations” or recuse themselves from decisions related to that donor if a donation cannot be returned. Myers and Thompson, who ran a successful joint campaign for the ACC in 2022, are running as a team again this year. Together, they accepted 212 donations from individuals with direct ties to Arizona utility companies, lobbying firms, energy industry companies and law firms since their campaign committees were established in 2021. Clean Elections rules prohibit individuals from contributing more than $220 to an individual candidate. Most of the 212 individual donors in question maxed out their donations to the two commissioners. Both commissioners accepted donations from 10 individuals who are registered as lobbyists with the commission.  The donors represent or previously represented several water, gas and electric utilities regulated by the commission, including Arizona Water Company, APS and EPCOR. They also represent energy and water industry groups, business organizations and housing developers who stand to benefit from the construction of certain utility infrastructure and energy projects.  Many donations also came from executives at utility companies such as EPCOR and Global Water, lobbyists for groups such as the American Gas Association, and attorneys representing utilities such as Tucson Electric Power and UNS Electric. NextEra Energy, a renewable energy development company that also provides electricity to customers in Florida, made a slew of maxed-out donations to campaign committees for Myers and Thompson in fall 2025. According to campaign finance reports, 18 individuals employed by NextEra donated to Myers and 19 individuals donated to Thompson. NextEra has built several solar farms and battery storage projects in Arizona, all of which must obtain line-siting approval from the ACC. The Commission’s line siting committee is currently considering an interconnection application for the company’s Vulcan Energy Center, which will ultimately provide solar and battery energy storage to Salt River Project.  In March 2025, Picacho Water Company and Picacho Sewer Company filed rate cases for the first time in decades. The companies serve the Robson Ranch retirement community near Eloy and were sold to Colorado-based JW Water in 2024 via a stock sale.  JW Water’s CEO donated $220 each to Myers and Thompson’s campaigns in August 2025. According to the Secretary of State’s campaign finance portal, those donations were the CEO’s first and only contributions to candidates in Arizona.  The ACC ultimately approved a 22% water rate increase and a 154% wastewater rate increase for the Picacho companies in March, with Myers voting in favor and Thompson voting against. Neither commissioner disclosed the donation from JW Water’s CEO nor recused themselves from the March vote, despite the commission’s code of ethics requiring disclosure at the beginning of any open meeting in which a vote will be taken on a matter.  Ethics code designed to build trust ACC candidates began running as Clean Elections candidates around 2020, a few years after the commission adopted a code of ethics meant to prevent allegations of shady dealings that had plagued the body for years.  In one instance, a former commissioner was indicted on bribery and fraud charges related to a “dark money” campaign alleged to have been waged by APS.  The case was ultimately dismissed, but had a drastic impact on public trust in utilities and the ACC. APS, the state’s largest electric utility, pledged to stop donating to commission races in 2020 after spending millions of dollars supporting political organizations that funded ACC candidates in previous elections.  Diane Brown, the executive director of the Arizona Public Interest Research Group, was one of several stakeholders who helped the ACC develop its new code of ethics. She said the commission’s unique, “quasi-judicial” role necessitated special rules and policies governing commissioners’ behavior. Even though ACC candidates use the Clean Elections system, it is not required by the commission’s code of ethics, and disclosure of potential conflicts of interest relies on the assumption that commissioners will routinely monitor their campaign committees and point out potential conflicts themselves. Brown said that alone is not enough to prevent the appearance of a conflict, whether real or perceived. “Commissioners and commission candidates should make it clear to regulated utilities, corporations, and other entities that appear before the body that they will not and cannot accept campaign contributions,” Brown said. “Utility leadership should also make it clear to their employees that they are not to give a donation in order to help avoid the potential appearance of excess or influence that may not be enjoyed by other Arizonans.” Additionally, Brown noted that the donations allowed under Clean Elections rules may be small compared to the millions of dollars utility companies previously poured into ACC races, but they can still shake voters’ confidence in the commission’s independence.  “A candidate may or may not be influenced by any one contribution,” Brown said. “However, compounding contributions from a regulated entity or corporation that financially stands to gain from a commission decision elevates at least the potential for impropriety.” The post Corp Comm incumbents accept ‘prohibited donations’ despite claims to the contrary first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e6eba12eaf174af7bf25 Kevin O’Leary Is Sued by Opponents He Claimed Were Foreign Agents te 2026-07-15T20:00:43.174Z Kevin O’Leary Is Sued by Opponents He Claimed Were Foreign Agents Kevin O’Leary, the celebrity investor, accused opponents of his proposed data center near the Great Salt Lake of being agents of China. Now they want compensation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e6d7a12eaf174af7bf1c F.B.I. Searches Houston ICE Shooting Van for Drugs te 2026-07-15T20:00:23.727Z F.B.I. Searches Houston ICE Shooting Van for Drugs Federal investigators believe illegal drugs were inside the vehicle, though the immigration agents involved in the encounter do not appear to have known that. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e534a12eaf174af7bee0 WATCH: Russian soldier thrown through air as Soviet-era helicopter gun spins out of control te 2026-07-15T19:53:24.553Z WATCH: Russian soldier thrown through air as Soviet-era helicopter gun spins out of control President Donald Trump said he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to reach an agreement ending the war in Ukraine, even as Moscow warned Wednesday that Western troops deployed to enforce any eventual peace deal would become Russian military targets. "I say, ‘Vladimir, it’s time for you to stop. It’s time for this war to end,’" Trump told Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst in an interview released Tuesday.  Trump said he believed Putin was "ready to make a deal" to end the fighting. ANOTHER NATO ALLY SIGNS ONTO EUROPEAN NUCLEAR UMBRELLA AS CONTINENT BOOSTS SELF-DEFENSE Meanwhile, fighting continued across Ukraine and Russian-occupied territory. The intensifying drone war has forced both militaries to search for additional ways to intercept unmanned aircraft — sometimes using weapons designed decades before modern drones emerged, as seen in the video supplied by East2West that shows a Russian soldier apparently losing control of a Soviet-era YakB-12.7 rotary machine gun mounted on an improvised ground platform. The weapon begins spinning violently, dragging the service member around before throwing him several yards from the mounting. Another soldier is seen ducking as the gun swings in his direction.  East2West reported that no one was injured, though Fox News Digital has not independently verified the location, date or circumstances of the footage. The four-barrel machine gun originally was developed for use aboard the Soviet-designed Mi-24 Hind attack helicopter. Russian forces have reportedly attempted to repurpose such weapons as ground-based defenses against Ukrainian drones, East2West news reported. TRUMP SAYS US WILL LET UKRAINE MAKE PATRIOT MISSILES IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said any multinational force deployed by Ukraine’s allies following a ceasefire would be unacceptable to Moscow. "We would regard such units as legitimate military targets," Zakharova said, according to a Reuters report published Wednesday. Members of the Western "coalition of the willing" reaffirmed at a meeting in Paris this week that they intend to deploy a multinational force after hostilities end. The proposed force would seek to reassure Ukraine and help Kyiv rebuild its military. Ukraine’s military said Wednesday that its forces struck the Balaklava thermal power station in Russian-occupied Crimea, a facility that accounts for nearly half of the peninsula’s electricity generation, according to Reuters.  Russia, meanwhile, launched another major drone and missile attack against Ukraine’s southern Odesa region, killing three people, regional governor Oleh Kiper said. He said civilian, industrial and port infrastructure had been targeted during five consecutive days of Russian attacks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also said Wednesday that Ukraine expects to develop the technical capability to manufacture missiles for U.S.-made Patriot air-defense systems by the end of 2026. Reuters contributed to this story. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e521a12eaf174af7bed7 Do not SQZ this elderly Florida woman's A55, no matter what her new license plate says te 2026-07-15T19:53:05.106Z Do not SQZ this elderly Florida woman's A55, no matter what her new license plate says Not all hilarious license plates are on purpose. And this 76-year-old Florida woman wants everyone to know that her new "SQZ A55" license plate falls into the unintentionally hilarious category. Nancy Dello Stritto, from Pompano Beach, did not order the new plate which could be interpreted as "squeeze ass" and she isn't happy about receiving it either. That's why she called the news out to her retirement community. "I don’t think a woman that lives in a senior community that’s going to be 77 years old next month will be driving around with what this plate has to say," Stritto said, reports FOX 8 Live. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! While she isn't a fan of the the new plate and the message it might send, others including her sons and her friends have told her she should keep it. An 89-year-old neighbor of hers is among them. "And this is what I received from the DMV for my new license plate. That's good for 10 years," she told the neighbor, reports 10 Tampa Bay News, to which he replied, "Good." HOW A 93-YEAR-OLD SOCCER REFEREE CREDITS WARTIME RATIONS AND DISCIPLINE FOR HIS LONGEVITY Stritto still plans to let the state know about the license plate, but she is for the time being planning to keep the plate and see what kind of reactions she receives when out in public. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS "I can handle it if I get a few honks here and there. Actually, being over 70, I might like a few honks," she said of the new plate. That's the spirit. A "SQZ A55" license plate arriving in your mailbox while simply renewing your vehicle registration is a gift. A gift that shouldn't be tossed aside without at the very least giving it a test drive in public. A honk or two here or there could be what you need to put some pep in your step that day. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e4e3a12eaf174af7beb0 How to make the most of NCSL’s annual Legislative Summit te 2026-07-15T19:52:03.262Z How to make the most of NCSL’s annual Legislative Summit The National Conference of State Legislatures’ Annual Legislative Summit kicks off July 27 in Chicago, opening the nation’s largest public policy conference for the 51st year. The agenda seems daunting — so we’re bringing in the expert to give the State Affairs audience tips on how to get the most out of the week. Join us as we host NCSL chief executive Tim Storey for an in-depth exploration of what’s on the agenda, along with the hottest legislative trends of the year. We’ll kick things off at 1 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 22. Register for free right here. The post How to make the most of NCSL’s annual Legislative Summit first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e4bba12eaf174af7be94 Treasury to Begin Minting $1 Gold Trump Coin Featuring President’s Face te 2026-07-15T19:51:23.720Z Treasury to Begin Minting $1 Gold Trump Coin Featuring President’s Face Critics question whether the coins are legal and argue that President Trump is using the currency to celebrate himself. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e4a7a12eaf174af7be8a Senator Presses for Scrutiny of Blanche’s Role in Spiking Clemency Inquiry te 2026-07-15T19:51:03.752Z Senator Presses for Scrutiny of Blanche’s Role in Spiking Clemency Inquiry During his confirmation hearing, the acting attorney general refused to discuss the termination of an investigation into a commutation issued by President Trump. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e490a12eaf174af7be69 Amid hardware legal battle, OpenAI releases a $230 keyboard for Codex te 2026-07-15T19:50:40.203Z Amid hardware legal battle, OpenAI releases a $230 keyboard for Codex OpenAI, which is in the middle of a legal battle with Apple over hardware trade theft allegations, just released a light-up keyboard designed to be paired with its agentic coding app. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e47ca12eaf174af7be60 Daniel Ek’s body-scanning startup Neko Health raises another $700M te 2026-07-15T19:50:20.753Z Daniel Ek’s body-scanning startup Neko Health raises another $700M Neko Health has developed proprietary body-scanning technology, which it couples with bloodwork, to assess a person's health. 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Save up to 75% on sale and clearance items, plus get 25% off new arrivals with code HEATWAVE. We've spotted epic deals on swimwear, polos and more. Shop handbags, totes and more up to 60% off during Radley London's Closing Down Sale. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e29da12eaf174af7be2e Seattle fire crews respond to 3-alarm Industrial District warehouse fire, roof partially collapses te 2026-07-15T19:42:21.578Z Seattle fire crews respond to 3-alarm Industrial District warehouse fire, roof partially collapses Firefighters in Seattle responded to a 3-alarm commercial warehouse fire in the city's Industrial District early Wednesday morning, nearly 24 hours after another fire in the nearby Central District. The blaze broke out just before 1 a.m. local time on the 4500 block of 7th Avenue S and reportedly involved two tractor trailers that were on fire and extended to the warehouse, Seattle Fire spokesman David Cuerpo said at a press conference near the scene. Officials found multiple large metal and plastic barrels inside one of the trailers and surrounding the building, prompting them to put out the fire from a safe distance, he said. Cuerpo confirmed that the barrels inside the trailer and around the building were empty upon further inspection. MASSIVE FIRE RIPS THROUGH PUB, KILLING AT LEAST 27 AS PATRONS FLEE SMOKE-FILLED VENUE Firefighters reported that the roof of the warehouse partially collapsed at 1:15 a.m., preventing personnel from entering the remnants of the building. Crews extinguished the fire around 3:22 a.m. and did not report any injuries. An investigation is still underway, Cuerpo said in a statement to Fox News Digital. This comes after another fire broke out in another commercial building on Tuesday morning, approximately 20 minutes away on the 2700 block of E Madison St. in the Central District. The fire broke out at approximately 3:22 a.m. and crews were able to extinguish the fire at approximately 5:30 a.m. MANHATTAN HIGH-RISE EVACUATED AS OFFICIALS WARN OF POTENTIAL COLLAPSE No injuries were reported, and Cuerpo confirmed that the cause of the fire was accidental in the same press conference on Wednesday morning. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e289a12eaf174af7be25 Nevada governor name-drops during traffic stop and avoids red-light citation te 2026-07-15T19:42:01.608Z Nevada governor name-drops during traffic stop and avoids red-light citation Newly released bodycam video shows a routine traffic stop involving Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo ending within seconds after the Republican official name-dropped himself and then drove away without a citation for an alleged red-light violation. The roughly one-minute video shows a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department sergeant stopping Lombardo's pickup truck near Mandalay Bay on May 15 after the officer said the governor failed to come to a complete stop before making a right turn at a red light. As the officer approaches the passenger-side window, he greets the governor. "Hello. How you doing, sir?" the sergeant says. JACKSON SCOLDS COLLEAGUES IN SOLO DISSENT AFTER COURT JUMPS INTO ROUTINE POLICE-STOP CASE Before the officer can finish explaining why he initiated the stop, Lombardo interrupts. "I'm Joe Lombardo," the governor says. "I'm aware," the sergeant replies before continuing, "For the red light violation back there. Your right turn onto Giles..." 🚨 Know something we should investigate? 📩 stepheny.price@fox.com 📸 IG: @fndstephprice 🎥 X: @StephenyPrice Your tip could lead to our next story. "C'mon, man," Lombardo responds. Moments later, the sergeant ends the stop without issuing a citation. "You're good to go, sir. Appreciate you. Have a good day." The exchange lasts roughly 15 seconds. Lombardo's office told Fox News Digital that the governor and his wife were on their way to Harry Reid International Airport when they were briefly stopped by Las Vegas police on May 15 over what the office described as "a question about whether Governor Lombardo had come to a complete stop while turning." "Governor Lombardo spoke with the officer, fully complied with all instructions, and was promptly on his way," the statement said. "He remains grateful for the professionalism of the officer involved and for the service of law enforcement officers across Nevada." The governor's office also disputed any suggestion that Lombardo was attempting to use his position to influence the officer by mentioning his name. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT "At no point did the Governor invoke his office and seek — or expect — preferential treatment," the statement said. According to the governor's office, the officer first introduced himself, and Lombardo replied by giving his own name "as a matter of courtesy." Lombardo, a Republican who served as sheriff of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for eight years before being elected governor in 2022, was traveling with his wife, Donna, at the time of the stop. The video quickly drew criticism from Nevada Democrats, who questioned whether the governor received preferential treatment because of his position. VIDEO SHOWS OFF-DUTY FLORIDA SHERIFF'S SERGEANT ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING ELDERLY COUPLE AT BAR "As a former law enforcement officer, I'm outraged that Joe Lombardo thinks he's above the law and dismissed a police officer just doing his job," Nevada State Democratic Party Chair Daniele Monroe-Moreno said in a statement to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. "It's clear that Lombardo's 'tough on crime' approach doesn't actually apply to him after he name dropped his way out of a traffic violation. Nevadans deserve to know if Lombardo thinks, because of his position, he should be able to avoid responsibility for breaking the law," the statement continued. The Las Vegas Police Protective Association, which endorsed Lombardo's gubernatorial campaign in 2022 and backed him again this year, defended the handling of the stop after providing the bodycam video to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Union President Steve Grammas told the outlet the encounter reflected the type of discretion officers routinely use during traffic stops and rejected the suggestion that Lombardo received preferential treatment. "It is an absolutely nothing car stop," Grammas told the Review-Journal. "Thousands of those happen every month. We don't write everybody a ticket." Grammas said the sergeant already recognized Lombardo as governor and former Clark County sheriff, making it unnecessary to spend time confirming his identity before explaining the alleged violation and ending the stop with a verbal warning. "If he wasn't the governor, no one would care about the hundreds of other stops that are done the same way," Grammas said. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has previously said Lombardo was not cited, noting that officers commonly exercise discretion during minor traffic violations. Fox News Digital reached out to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the Nevada Republican Party and the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e276a12eaf174af7be13 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor James Handy's final moments revealed in autopsy report te 2026-07-15T19:41:42.148Z 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor James Handy's final moments revealed in autopsy report There is evidence that "Top Gun: Maverick" actor James Handy may have been incapacitated by neck compression before he was fatally stabbed, Fox News Digital can confirm. Given evidence found during Handy's autopsy, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office claimed: "...it is possible the neck compression occurred prior to the infliction of the stab wound and may have incapacitated the decedent prior to the stabbing." The report confirmed Handy died from multiple traumatic injuries caused by a combination of a stab wound to the torso and neck compression. The manner of death was ruled homicide. ACTOR JAMES HANDY, KNOWN FOR 'JUMANJI' AND 'TOP GUN: MAVERICK,' ALLEGEDLY KILLED BY GIRLFRIEND'S SON According to investigators, Handy became involved in a verbal argument with his girlfriend's son, which escalated into a physical fight. Authorities claimed the suspect mounted Handy, dragged him to the side of the residence, entered the home, returned with what appeared to be a knife and allegedly stabbed the actor. The suspect and the weapon were taken into custody. Michael Gledhill, 44, was charged with one count of murder with a special allegation that he personally used a deadly weapon, a knife, on June 5. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Police claimed officers found the 81-year-old actor stabbed in the chest and lying unconscious outside a home in Los Angeles days before. Handy was taken to the hospital and later pronounced dead. Gledhill did not appear at his arraignment on June 5, where Superior Court Judge John H. Reid ordered that Gledhill be sent to mental health court and undergo psychological evaluations. Another judge will decide whether he is competent for trial. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Gledhill remained behind bars after the court hearing with bail set at $2 million. He faces up to 26 years in prison if convicted. His arrest came after he confessed to the alleged crime. According to police, a 911 caller stated: "I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin." According to investigators, Gledhill flagged down officers as they arrived and told them he was the person they were looking for. Gledhill is the son of Handy's girlfriend of 30 years, Wendy Gledhill. Actor Brian Delate, who knew Handy for over four decades, told The Associated Press that a few times over the past couple of years, Handy mentioned in passing that his girlfriend's son had mental health problems. "I didn’t think much of it, because he just kind of mentioned it casually," he said. Handy's girlfriend had fixed up the garage so her son could live there, Delate said. Handy had his own home. Born in New York, Handy appeared in films and TV shows for decades. He was known for his role as an exterminator in the 1995 film "Jumanji," and more recently as the bartender Jimmy in the 2022 film "Top Gun: Maverick," according to IMDB. He’s also appeared in some of the top TV crime dramas, including "NCIS: Los Angeles," "The Closer" and "Cold Case." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57e224a12eaf174af7bded Voluntarios mantienen operativos puntos de agua en el desierto para migrantes te 2026-07-15T19:40:20.238Z Voluntarios mantienen operativos puntos de agua en el desierto para migrantes Leer en inglés En una mañana de primavera en el desierto de Sonora, en Arizona, Monroe Velazquez se arrodilló junto a un barril azul de 55 galones, sumergió un medidor en un vaso de papel con agua y verificó si había impurezas; un pequeño gesto dentro de un esfuerzo de años para mantener con vida a los migrantes en uno de los tramos más mortíferos de la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México. Velazquez es estudiante de la Universidad de Arizona, originaria de Phoenix, y voluntaria de Humane Borders, una organización sin fines de lucro que mantiene estaciones de agua en el desierto al sur de Tucson, una zona donde históricamente ha habido una gran actividad migratoria. "Simplemente buscaba formas de involucrarme en la comunidad aquí en Tucson," comentó. Humane Borders fue fundada en el año 2000 por varias denominaciones cristianas, entre ellas los Discípulos de Cristo, católicos romanos, presbiterianos y la Sociedad de los Amigos, en respuesta al aumento de las muertes de migrantes en la frontera. A lo largo de los años, la organización ha mantenido diversos recursos, incluido un mapa en línea de las muertes de migrantes. Entre 2010 y 2026, el número anual de migrantes hallados muertos en el desierto osciló entre 100 y más de 200, alcanzando un máximo de 229 en 2021. La actividad fronteriza ha disminuido drásticamente en el último año: en 2025 se descubrieron 108 restos humanos, la cifra más baja desde 2010. Tucson Spotlight es gratuito para todos los lectores gracias a los donantes que lo hacen posible. Únase a ellos. Scott Smith espera mientras vacía el tanque de agua del camión durante una ruta de abastecimiento de Humane Borders, cerca de la frontera sur de Arizona, el 21 de abril de 2026. Benjamin DePue / El Foco de Tucson. Los puestos de control de la Patrulla Fronteriza por los que suelen pasar los camiones de Humane Borders han sido abandonados en los últimos meses, señaló Scott Smith, un conductor voluntario. "Habitualmente, solía haber al menos tres o cuatro agentes de la Patrulla Fronteriza revisando los vehículos," comentó. "Pero en los últimos tres o cuatro meses, han desaparecido, al menos por aquí." Desde el inicio del año fiscal 2026 en octubre, la Patrulla Fronteriza ha detenido a 42,757 migrantes, según la Oficina en Washington para Asuntos Latinoamericanos (WOLA, por sus siglas en inglés), una organización no gubernamental con sede en Washington D.C. Si la tendencia se mantiene similar durante la segunda mitad del año, 2026 registrará la cifra más baja de detenciones de migrantes desde 1967. Otros 20,975 migrantes fueron interceptados en puertos de entrada oficiales por la Oficina de Operaciones de Campo de la Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza (CBP); este ritmo apunta a la cifra más baja registrada desde 2012, el año más antiguo del que se tienen datos. Según WOLA, 443,671 migrantes fueron detenidos por la Patrulla Fronteriza o interceptados en puntos de entrada durante el año fiscal 2025. Esa cifra superó los 2 millones en el año fiscal 2024. "Es un hecho que, desde que comenzó el segundo mandato de la administración Trump, se ha producido una reducción en el número de interacciones en la frontera," afirmó Alex Braithwaite, profesor y director de la Escuela de Gobierno y Políticas Públicas de la Universidad de Arizona. Señaló que probablemente influyen dos factores: la administración Trump ha intensificado la detención y deportación de migrantes, lo que podría estar actuando como elemento disuasorio; asimismo, ha asignado menos agentes a los puertos de entrada oficiales, lo que podría traducirse en un menor número de interacciones registradas. No obstante, Braithwaite señaló que solo podía especular. "Simplemente no estoy seguro de que tengamos datos suficientes para llegar a una conclusión definitiva," afirmó. A pesar de la disminución de la actividad en la frontera, Humane Borders sigue dedicada a suministrar agua a los migrantes. La organización continúa reclutando nuevos voluntarios, entre ellos Velázquez. Aunque apenas está comenzando su labor de voluntariado, Velázquez comentó que su primera experiencia fue positiva. "Creo que la ruta específica que hice suele llevar entre cuatro y cinco horas," dijo. "Me parece que la completamos en unas tres horas y media; además, el clima estuvo muy agradable esa semana. Fue durante la Semana Santa." En su segunda salida, que comenzó a las 7 de la mañana para evitar el calor, Velázquez estuvo acompañada por dos voluntarios experimentados: Smith y Steve Wojciechowski. Ambos son jubilados que comenzaron a colaborar con Humane Borders hace algunos años. Smith condujo la camioneta por caminos de tierra irregulares para llegar a los puntos de abastecimiento de agua, los cuales están señalizados con banderas para facilitar su visibilidad. Steve Wojciechowski vuelve a enroscar el grifo de un barril de 55 galones durante una ruta de suministro de agua de la organización Humane Borders, cerca de la frontera sur de Arizona, el 21 de abril de 2026. Benjamin DePue / El Foco de Tucson. En cada parada, los voluntarios se aseguran de que los barriles no hayan sufrido daños por vandalismo y luego analizan el agua en busca de impurezas. Si todo está en orden, rellenan los barriles vacíos y se dirigen a la siguiente estación. El reemplazo del barril estaba programado para la tercera y última parada del día; el trío retiró el grifo y dejó que el agua se vertiera sobre el suelo arenoso. Trasladaron el barril hasta la camioneta y lo sustituyeron por uno vacío, que Velázquez volvió a llenar con una manguera conectada a un depósito situado en la parte superior del vehículo, el cual contenía cientos de galones de agua. La ruta de suministro de agua de ese día duró unas cuatro horas, aunque algunos recorridos pueden llevar más tiempo. Una labor como esta requiere compromiso, especialmente en verano, cuando las temperaturas aumentan y muchos voluntarios se marchan a estados con climas más frescos. Sin embargo, algunos voluntarios siguen dedicados a la causa. "Llevo viviendo en la frontera durante los diez años de mayor intensidad política," comentó Wojciechowski. "Solía ​​tomarme un día libre de vez en cuando para recorrer distintos lugares y ver por mí mismo lo que estaba sucediendo." Con el tiempo, conoció a un voluntario que le habló del mapa interactivo que Humane Borders mantiene en su sitio web. Aquello le causó una gran impresión. "Me quedé muy impactado," dijo Wojciechowski. "Desde entonces, hace ya unos tres años, me dedico a esto." Benjamin DePue es estudiante de la Universidad de Arizona y pasante en  El Foco de Tucson. Puede contactarlo en bdepue@arizona.edu. Esta nota fue traducida por el equipo bilingüe de El Foco de Tucson. El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57dfcea12eaf174af7bd94 Indigenous violence survivors see fewer services after federal cuts te 2026-07-15T19:30:22.530Z Indigenous violence survivors see fewer services after federal cuts Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57de14a12eaf174af7bd5f US star goalie Matt Freese opens up on the fierce backlash following costly World Cup mistake te 2026-07-15T19:23:00.546Z US star goalie Matt Freese opens up on the fierce backlash following costly World Cup mistake United States men's national team goalkeeper Matt Freese effectively ended the team's World Cup hopes when he made a backbreaking mistake, misplaying a ball that Belgium capitalized on to take a 3-1 lead in the Round of 16. Once the ball rolled into the back of the net, criticism of the 27-year-old was both voluminous and harsh. Freese said hearing the backlash hurt. "It's just so difficult for me to hear that because if people were to see this group on a day-to-day basis and spend time with these guys more personally, they would see how badly we wanted it. They would see how bad I wanted it," Freese told ESPN on Tuesday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Two years ago, dreaming, like literally dreaming of this, and feeling the honor and the responsibility that comes with it. We wanted it so badly, more than anything else we've ever wanted, to capitalize on that and reward that support with something special. During the World Cup and the months leading into the World Cup, there was literally nothing else that crossed my mind." Freese said that, following the deflating loss, the team that had captured the hearts of Americans was in disbelief. He said the team’s desire to maximize their performance was so fierce that it hurt that others didn’t know how badly they wanted it. "I would describe (the moments after the elimination) as being in disbelief that the tournament was over for us," Freese said. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "Not wanting that experience together and not wanting the memory of 'Country Roads, Take Me Home' to be over or not be happening again at home. Not be able to feel that and feel that again with our fans and feel that together as teammates and as a family on the field. It was devastating." The goalkeeper said that the team needs to use their elimination as fuel to go farther in future tournaments. "It's become about trying to find a way to turn this elimination into motivation," Freese said. "I think all of us have the motivation to do something even greater, even better, and to come back better. It's been about finding a way to turn the elimination into fuel for the fire, if that makes sense. It is easy (to turn it into motivation), but it doesn't take away from the sting of the pain of what elimination leads to." Freese will return to play when he mans the net for New York City FC and will look to put his costly mistake behind him and move on with an eye toward 2030. "The first thing is a feeling of hunger to be back there. That's a very direct and clear goal of mine immediately when the World Cup finished," Freese said. "I want to be back there and to want to do it again, but to want to do it better and go further and win that trophy." 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/6a57de01a12eaf174af7bd56 US troops unload China's only known aid flight to earthquake-ravaged Venezuela as Americans surge relief te 2026-07-15T19:22:41.090Z US troops unload China's only known aid flight to earthquake-ravaged Venezuela as Americans surge relief U.S. troops were seen unloading what Fox News Digital is told was China's only aid flight sent to Venezuela so far as the country continues to reel from last month's back-to-back earthquakes. Photos provided by the U.S. government show an Air-China-branded plane landing at Simon Bolivar Airport on July 6, nearly two weeks after the quakes hit on June 24. The supplies from the Chinese government were then taken off the aircraft by U.S. soldiers, who have been leading the disaster response and aid distribution efforts. US MILITARY DEPLOYS MTVRS, AIRLIFTS AID TO VENEZUELA FOLLOWING DEADLY EARTHQUAKES In the photos provided to Fox News Digital, U.S. service members were seen lifting large packages out of shipping containers, using large vehicles to move and organize pallets on the tarmac and loading boxes into trucks for transport. "Secretary Rubio promised the Trump Administration's response to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela would be big, fast, and effective. We continue to deliver on that commitment," State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "While some countries say they'll deliver aid — weeks after natural disasters occur — America shows up, unloads the aid, and ensures that assistance reaches the hands of those who truly need it thanks to our close coordination with the Department of War and the great public-private partnerships our Department has spearheaded," he added. The U.S. has moved more than 1.5 million pounds of assistance into Venezuela since the earthquakes struck on June 24, according to the State Department. A big part of that was repairing Simon Bolivar Airport, which sits just outside the capital city of Caracas, after its runways were seriously damaged in the natural disaster. US UPDATES TRAVEL WARNING FOR QUAKE-HIT NATION, CITING DISASTER RISKS AND VIOLENT CRIME "The U.S. military was able to repair that airfield and get it up and running to allow for C-17 and other large aircrafts to land there. And that’s very important as we continue to obviously get international relief supplies in," a senior State Department official told reporters in late June. Currently, one runway is operational at the airport, and one of the first American flights into the airport was carrying forklifts to help get supplies unloaded off future flights, according to the State Department official. Florida-based Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), one of the leading nonprofits gathering and sending aid to Venezuela, said it aims to deliver 100,000 boxes of supplies monthly for the next three to six months, according to The Associated Press. FAMILIES SUE MADURO IN US, ACCUSE EX-PRESIDENT OF DIRECTING POLICE UNIT TIED TO EXTRAJUDICIAL KILLINGS According to GEM's website, it has shipped nearly 1 million pounds of aid. This includes over 38,000 hygiene kits, more than 27,000 tents and tarps and 48 generators. GEM founder and president Michael Capponi told the AP that delivering aid to Venezuela now is a "whole different animal" compared to when he tried to send supplies during the reign of Nicolás Maduro. Maduro, who was captured and deposed during a U.S.-led raid on Jan. 3, did not allow Capponi into the country. FORGET POLITICS. THIS IS WHAT I FOUND HELPING VENEZUELAN QUAKE VICTIMS "We land a private plane, it gets unloaded by U.S. soldiers, it goes in a truck we pay for and to a warehouse that we completely control. It doesn’t touch the hands of the Venezuelan government," he said. The State Department said on July 9 that the U.S. government has committed more than $386 million for financial assistance to Venezuela flowing through trusted partner groups. Meanwhile, the Chinese foreign minister announced in late June a $14.72 million commitment for financial and material aid to Venezuela, according to Chinese state-run media. Nearly two weeks after the earthquakes struck, Chinese state media reported about what they called the first batch of aid arriving to Simon Bolivar International Airport on July 6. State media said Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil and Chinese Ambassador to Venezuela Lan Hu received the shipment, said to include tents and generators, at the airport. In late June, the U.S. also mobilized more than 300 search and rescue personnel throughout the country. The Miami Herald reported last week that those teams left after they "completed their mission." As of Tuesday, 4,734 people have died from the earthquakes, according to figures released by the Venezuelan government, cited by Reuters. Additionally, there are at least 16,740 people injured, while nearly 18,000 people are homeless. The earthquakes have destroyed 190 buildings and damaged over 850, Venezuelan officials told the AP. Fox News Digital's Danielle Wallace, Reuters and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ddeda12eaf174af7bd4d Some WNBA players act like they are the only ones who receive mean social media messages te 2026-07-15T19:22:21.642Z Some WNBA players act like they are the only ones who receive mean social media messages On Tuesday, Hilton Grand Vacations announced it had fired the man who allegedly sent a racist message to Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray on social media. A day earlier, Gray posted a screenshot of the message on Instagram. "People act like we just make this s--- up," she wrote. "And the audacity to tell us as athletes to 'shut up and dribble.'" We're not sure how many people accuse WNBA players of making this "shit up." But the fact that Gray felt the need to show the public is part of the story. Two things are true at once. First, online hate is unfortunate, and most people wish it didn't exist on the scale it does. Second, WNBA players are hardly unique in receiving it. One of the strangest developments of the Caitlin Clark era is how some WNBA players speak as if they are the only public figures online trolls target. They aren't. SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM IS THE OPPOSITE OF MOST WNBA PLAYERS. AND THAT'S WHY SHE IS A MEGASTAR | BOBBY BURACK Unfortunately, nearly everyone with a public profile receives hate, harassment, trolling, or even threats. Look at my mentions on social media. They're filled with nastiness. It's part of the territory. "Pretty much daily I get some sort of racist attack via social media DM," sportswriter Jason Whitlock posted on X. "I mute/block and move on. I'm uninterested in seeing people fired." Search "Caitlin Clark" on X. You'll find endless posts filled with racial slurs and threats. Search "Taylor Swift," "Patrick Mahomes," "Victor Wembanyama," or "Dave Portnoy," and you'll find much of the same. Again, the difference is the response. Most public figures understand that attention is the currency trolls are chasing. By contrast, WNBA players like Chelsea Gray, Alyssa Thomas, and Angel Reese make a point of publicizing them. Thomas has even helped fuel the narrative that commissioner Cathy Engelbert isn't doing enough to protect the league's players. "We're so concerned about the safety on the court, but time and time again, we're having people threaten our lives," Thomas said. "Leaking addresses out there. Putting crazy pictures that have nothing to do with basketball." She added: "It's really unacceptable. It's something that needs to change in this league, and I'm just really sick and tired of it." How, exactly, is a league commissioner supposed to stop anonymous trolls from sending hateful messages? Thomas never explained. Nor have the ESPN analysts demanding Engelbert step in, as if she can somehow patrol social media. They keep demanding solutions for a problem that a basketball league is not capable of solving. HERE IS THE REAL REASON WHY THEY HATE CAITLIN CLARK SO MUCH | BOBBY BURACK For the record, if a player believes someone poses a credible threat, they should take it seriously. Like most major organizations, the WNBA likely has a security department that handles threats against its players. That appears to be what Caitlin Clark did last year, when police arrested a 55-year-old Indianapolis man for stalking her and sending roughly 800 threatening and sexually explicit messages over two years. He has since pleaded guilty to stalking and harassment charges. Thomas, however, seems more interested in telling the public about alleged threats than pursuing the proper channels. At some point, you have to wonder whether some WNBA players actually welcome these posts because they provide another opportunity to cast themselves as victims. But WNBA players are not victims. They are products of celebrity. In many cases, they thrust themselves into the spotlight by targeting, harassing, or repeatedly hard-fouling the league's biggest star, Caitlin Clark. They appear to want all the benefits of fame without any of the consequences. And fame does, indeed, come with both. Their response to online negativity reminds us of ESPN analyst Mina Kimes. Two years ago, Kimes accused OutKick of "inciting harassment" after we asked ESPN why she was allowed to violate the company's policy against political endorsements by endorsing Tim Walz for vice president. She responded by posting screenshots of random accounts insulting her. We acknowledge that some of the comments directed at Kimes were unpleasant. But as an ESPN personality making roughly $2 million a year who chose to use her sports platform to weigh in on divisive political issues, mean tweets hardly make her a victim or prove that OutKick incited harassment. Perhaps the spotlight isn't for everyone. If WNBA players or Kimes want to step away from high-profile jobs to avoid online scrutiny, we'd understand. We're skeptical they plan to. Finally, if companies like Hilton are going to investigate and fire every employee who posts something vile online, the workforce could become noticeably thinner. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Put simply, online trolls survive on attention. They only have as much influence as you give them. The only reliable way to squash them is to ignore them, rendering their words as meaningless as they naturally are. The troll wins the moment someone with a larger platform broadcasts it. All this does is prove the insult landed. WNBA players need thicker skin. Increasingly, many of them seem ill-equipped to afford the price of fame they seek. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ddd9a12eaf174af7bd44 Is lettuce still safe to eat amid Taco Bell illness probe? Doctors answer te 2026-07-15T19:22:01.670Z Is lettuce still safe to eat amid Taco Bell illness probe? Doctors answer A Cyclospora parasite outbreak has put lettuce in the spotlight as investigators examine a possible link to Taco Bell, raising concerns among consumers about whether it's still safe to eat fresh greens. While investigators have not identified a specific product or supplier as the source of the outbreak, interviews with sick patients have repeatedly pointed to lettuce and other salad greens as common exposures, and many of those patients also reported eating at Taco Bell before becoming ill. PARASITIC INFECTION CAUSING ‘EXPLOSIVE’ STOMACH ILLNESS EXCEEDS 1,000 CASES IN NORTHERN STATE State and federal health officials – including the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), CDC and FDA – are investigating a possible link between fresh ingredients served at certain Taco Bell locations and the Cyclospora outbreak. The chain has voluntarily removed select fresh ingredients at certain locations while public health officials continue their investigation. EXPERIMENTAL VACCINE SHOWS PROMISE AGAINST DANGEROUS INTESTINAL ILLNESS In an email statement to Fox News Digital, Taco Bell Corp. said: "The health and safety of our guests is our top priority. Public health officials have not confirmed a link to Taco Bell or any specific ingredient, supplier, restaurant or retailer. While authorities continue their broader review, Taco Bell has voluntarily and temporarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants as a precautionary measure. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and follow the guidance of public health authorities." Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite (Cyclospora cayetanensis) that infects the small intestine after people consume contaminated food or water, according to the CDC. The agency confirmed that 1,645 domestic Cyclospora cases have been reported since May 1, most often linked to fresh produce, including leafy greens, cilantro and berries. The CDC is also investigating more than 5,100 additional suspected cases, with a total of 145 people having been hospitalized with the infection. "Cyclosporiasis is not generally a life-threatening illness for most people," Tammy Lundstrom, MD, senior vice president and chief medical officer of Trinity Health in Michigan, told Fox News Digital. DEADLY LEGIONNAIRES' DISEASE OUTBREAK SPARKS CONCERN IN MAJOR US CITY: KNOW THE SYMPTOMS "The biggest concern is that it can cause severe, prolonged diarrhea that may last for weeks or even longer if it's not diagnosed and treated." People should seek medical attention if they have lasting, severe diarrhea. The symptoms can be very prolonged in people with compromised immune systems, Lundstrom noted. Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst, said the parasite has been primarily identified in packaged lettuce and salad bags, but no particular brand has been pinpointed. "In the meantime, the best strategy is to wash lettuce and all salad greens thoroughly and to wash your hands with soap and water before and after preparing food," he told Fox News Digital, adding that "the chances of acquiring it still remains extremely low." Registered dietitian nutritionist Caroline Margolis, the on-staff registered dietitian at Lifeway Foods, an Illinois-based company best known for its kefir and other cultured dairy products, also weighed in on the risk. "While health officials have identified lettuce as the likely culprit, the exact source remains unknown," she told Fox News Digital. For now, she recommends skipping prewashed, bagged lettuce and salad mixes. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Instead, choose whole heads of lettuce, discarding the outer two to three leaves, and wash and rinse thoroughly," Margolis advised. "If you do develop cyclosporiasis, stay hydrated and seek medical care if needed." "Be sure to support your recovery with nutrient-rich, easy-to-digest foods and probiotic options like kefir, yogurt, bananas, apples and oatmeal." Lundstrom reiterated that it ’s unclear whether any specific fresh produce is responsible, even though past outbreaks have sometimes been linked to fruits and vegetables. "Federal public health authorities have not issued any warnings to avoid lettuce or other fresh produce at this time," she told Fox News Digital. "It is recommended to thoroughly wash lettuce and other leafy greens, which can significantly reduce the amount of any pathogen present." Until further information is known, Lundstrom said iceberg is currently a better option for lettuce. She recommends first washing the entire head, then discarding the outermost leaves. "Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly when handling and preparing fresh produce," she added. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER For those who wish to take further precautions, frozen and canned produce may be safer options, according to the dietitian. "It’s important to follow CDC recommendations for safe food and vegetable handling and preparation to help reduce the risk of illness," she said. Those recommendations include the following. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Lundstrom added, "It's important to remember that fruits and vegetables in all forms are an essential part of our daily healthy diet, and by exercising these practical preventive steps, people can still enjoy these nutritious foods." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ddc6a12eaf174af7bd36 TNA star KC Navarro recalls competing in Ultimate X match against mentor Amazing Red at Slammiversary te 2026-07-15T19:21:42.218Z TNA star KC Navarro recalls competing in Ultimate X match against mentor Amazing Red at Slammiversary KC Navarro narrowly missed out on winning the Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) X Division Championship at Slammiversary but the moment was special nonetheless. Navarro was able to compete against his mentor Amazing Red in the match. Red got the better of him in one of the better sequences of the match. Navarro also talked about battling with his fear of heights as he tried to make his way up the pillar to climb on the rope and get the title. COMPLETE PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE ON FOX NEWS DIGITAL "So, this Ultimate X was a lot more special than the first one I was in at Rebellion last year. See, me, I'm not a big fan of heights, so it actually takes me a while to climb that thing and I have to see what I'm gonna do," he told Fox News Digital. "But this year was very special to me because Amazing Red was in it. A lot of people don't know, but it was set on commentary, Amazing Red was a big mentor for me for my entire career. Somebody I looked up to. I mean, obviously me and him, same stature, you know, he did amazing things, no pun intended, amazing things in the X Division, former X Division champion, and just to be a part of his first match back, it was very special for me. "I really was grateful that me and him got to have a moment in the ring as well. I know it was very special for him as well. Hope he comes back. That'll be awesome. I think it's awesome, cool to see him back. But it was very special for me. You know, Slammiversary last year, I walked in with a torn ACL and I risked my career being in that ladder match against The Hardys, the Nemeths, and The Rascalz. This year, I came in with a brand-new knee in the Ultimate X at a match that's pretty dangerous for me to be in. If I would have fell the wrong way, I could have blew my knee out. So, I took a chance. But for me to get an opportunity this soon to go for a championship like the X Division title and being in the ring with a guy like Amazing Red,, my boy Leon Slater, Fabian Aichner, Mr. Elegance, Frankie Kazarian, etc. It was a very stacked match to be in. I was very grateful to be a part of it." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Navarro added that battling his fear of heights is just a part of the job. "Yeah, I'm not a fan of heights and I and it might be just from the injury, right? Like I just might have been thinking too much like, ‘Oh man what if I get hurt.’ But I mean it's just me man," he said. "I just keep God first. I count on the adrenaline to get me through which it does because once that bell rings – got no choice. Got to go for that belt. "Once that bell rings and the lights are on I'm all good. But it's just it's just having a strong mentality of just knowing that this is what I'm meant to do and I can't think negative. I got to go out there positive and know that I'm going to go in healthy, walk out healthy, and maybe walk out a champion as well." Navarro is in the midst of a feud with TNA world champion Nic Nemeth. Navigating the rivalry could put him back on the top of the roster. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57dd74a12eaf174af7bd07 Border grant splits Pima County law enforcement te 2026-07-15T19:20:20.298Z Border grant splits Pima County law enforcement Oro Valley, Marana and Sahuarita are continuing to accept funding from the controversial Operation Stonegarden border security program, even as the Tucson Police Department and Pima County Sheriff's Department have cut ties with it. Operation Stonegarden, part of the federal Homeland Security Grant Program, was expanded in 2006 to make it easier for local, state and federal officers to collaborate on border security enforcement. The Homeland Security Grant Program is funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Local law enforcement agencies apply for Stonegarden funds through the Arizona Department of Homeland Security, the only entity in the state that can submit applications to FEMA, which then distributes the money to those agencies as subawards. The city of Tucson stopped accepting Stonegarden funding in 2020, with the Tucson Police Department announcing its withdrawal in a Dec. 30, 2019 email that cited the federal government's refusal to let any of the grant money go toward humanitarian aid for asylum seekers, according to the Arizona Daily Star. Pima County followed shortly after, with supervisors voting 3-2 in February 2020 to reject future funds, citing the strain deputy overtime placed on the county budget and pension obligations, as well as concerns that the program pulled local deputies into federal immigration enforcement. Santa Cruz County stopped accepting Stonegarden funding last year, with Sheriff David Hathaway telling KVOA the decision stemmed from his discomfort with the idea of his department being put under federal control. Tucson Spotlight trains the next generation of Southern Arizona journalists and publishes their work free for everyone. No paywalls, no corporate backing — just readers who believe this community deserves better local news. Oro Valley recorded one homicide in 2025, up from zero in 2024 and 2023, though aggravated assault, the most common violent crime in the data, has fallen from 22 incidents in 2023 to 13 in both 2024 and 2025. Sahuarita's town council most recently approved $160,242 in Stonegarden funds in May for equipment, including license plate readers and mobile data computers. It's unclear when Marana last accepted the funds, and Tucson Spotlight has requested that information. Oro Valley's 2025-26 budget shows the town was awarded a $435,759 Operation Stonegarden grant during the 2024-25 fiscal year, which was used for equipment, overtime and mileage to combat illegal contraband, human smuggling and other transnational threats. In June, the town council unanimously approved accepting $143,000 in supplemental Stonegarden funds, with town documents saying the money would fund "targeted deployments of officers to impact the flow of smugglers engaged in human trafficking and illegal contraband, as well as possible terrorists who intend to cause harm or commit crimes against this nation." The grant agreement notes that certain federal provisions requiring cooperation with immigration officials are currently suspended under 2025 court orders, and would take effect only if those orders are lifted. OVPD's continued acceptance of Operation Stonegarden funds has been a way for the town to expand the police department's reach without using taxpayer money, according to OVPD public information officer Darren Wright. "It allows us to put more officers on the streets for criminal interdiction, to reduce crime and to make our community safer," Wright said. Many law enforcement agencies have funding left over at the end of the year, with the excess awarded to other agencies as supplemental funding throughout the year. "We receive some of those funds that another agency may not have completely used," Wright said. Theft remains Oro Valley's most common property crime by far, though 2025 figures show a decline across most categories compared with the previous two years, according to FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Stonegarden money is mostly used to fund overtime for officers and reimburse gas mileage for police vehicles, Wright said. But in May, the town council approved supplemental Stonegarden funding for OVPD to purchase night vision goggles. While Oro Valley is 70 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, Wright stressed the importance of the town's strategic position. "The border has a pipeline of criminal activity that comes directly through here into the rest of the country," Wright said. "That includes guns and drugs and other contraband and things like that, so those are the things that this grant is looking for to try to eliminate." Tucson Spotlight has requested the amount of funding accepted over the past five years and the number of referrals made by Oro Valley and Marana police to Border Patrol during that same time, but the requests have not yet been filled. Wright said OVPD had not received pushback from residents about its continued use of Operation Stonegarden funds, but residents expressed concern this spring when the town council authorized police to lease drones through Flock Safety. The program, Drone as First Responder, helps detain people charged with drug trafficking, human smuggling, illegal immigration and other border-related crimes. The town used a state grant to fight border crime to pay for the drones' $146,000 lease and said they will not be used in immigration enforcement or to assist ICE. Still, many residents shared concerns about privacy and data use during council meetings leading up to and after the vote. Oro Valley resident Sean Glaser said during the January meeting he was concerned about directing town tax dollars toward border operations, saying the decision would "fundamentally change the relationship between" the town and its residents. "We've not received any significant negative feedback – or positive," Wright said about the department's continued use of Stonegarden funding. "We (don't) receive a lot of feedback at all." Benjamin DePue is a University of Arizona student and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact him at bdepue@arizona.edu. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57dbaaa12eaf174af7bcd1 Sunny Hostin calls Lindsey Graham’s sister a ‘DEI hire,’ questions her qualifications te 2026-07-15T19:12:42.764Z Sunny Hostin calls Lindsey Graham’s sister a ‘DEI hire,’ questions her qualifications "The View" co-host Sunny Hostin criticized South Carolina on Wednesday over Republican Gov. Henry McMaster's appointment of Darline Graham to replace her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, arguing the state's first female senator lacked the political experience needed to represent its residents in Washington. Hostin branded the appointment an example of diversity-based hiring and nepotism after co-host Joy Behar called Graham's selection "the very definition of DEI." "Correct, correct. It’s everything that the Republican Party stands against. Everything!" Hostin said. "It’s DEI. Nepotism. All these things thrown in together." LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SISTER CARRIES ON LATE SENATOR'S WORK, BECOMING SOUTH CAROLINA'S FIRST FEMALE SENATOR Hostin also attacked South Carolina for reaching the milestone through an appointment rather than the election of a female candidate. "She’ll be the first woman to be a U.S. senator in South Carolina in the history of the state, and I think that that’s just — it’s just fundamentally wrong that South Carolina just couldn’t elect a woman and this is the only way that it was done," Hostin said. The former federal prosecutor questioned Graham's qualifications, referring to her as a certified optician and arguing that her professional background did not prepare her for the Senate. GRAHAM ALLY RIPS 'THIRSTY' REPUBLICANS JOCKEYING TO REPLACE LATE SENATOR "I think the experience does matter," Hostin said. "While she is a certified optician and while she has done great work in that field, I don’t think that she should be representing the people of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate. I just don’t." Behar agreed and argued that public office required specialized knowledge. "It’s not like taking over your mother’s job at McDonald’s," Behar said. "You’re in government. You have to know what you’re doing." Co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin, who served as the White House Director of Strategic Communications in President Donald Trump's first term, pushed back, noting that Graham would serve as a caretaker and comparing the appointment to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's selection of Laphonza Butler after the death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein. "You guys are putting too much stock in who’s currently in Congress," Griffin said.  "Yeah, you got a point," co-host Whoopi Goldberg said. Hostin tied the appointment to reports that War Secretary Pete Hegseth had blocked several proposed promotions of Navy officers, including women and people of color. "I feel like our government is fundamentally broken," Hostin said. "I just — I disagree with this." WATCH: GOP SENATORS RALLY BEHIND LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SISTER AS SUCCESSOR, REMEMBER LATE SENATOR'S LEGACY CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE A spokesperson for McMaster’s office defended the appointment in a statement to Fox News Digital, citing the governor’s authority under South Carolina law and Graham’s nearly three decades of public service. "Under Section 7-19-20 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the governor is authorized to fill a vacancy in the United States Senate by appointment until a successor is elected," the spokesperson said. The spokesperson said voters would select the Republican nominee who will seek to replace Lindsey Graham in the Nov. 3 general election. Filing for the special Republican primary will run from July 21 through July 28, with the primary scheduled for Aug. 11 and a runoff, if necessary, on Aug. 25. "Darline Graham, a native of Central, S.C., has dedicated her career to public service," the spokesperson added. "She has served the people of South Carolina for nearly 30 years, and the governor believes she is the right person to finish her brother’s work." Graham has served as commissioner of the South Carolina Commission for the Blind since 2019, working to expand employment and independent-living opportunities for residents who are blind or have low vision, according to the governor’s office. She previously held roles with Clemson University, the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce and the South Carolina Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. Graham pledged during her appointment ceremony to support President Trump and continue her brother’s work. "It is such a privilege to get to finish some of his important work," Graham said. "I promise to work hard every day over the next several months to support the president and carry forward the efforts of my brother on behalf of the citizens of South Carolina and the United States." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57db97a12eaf174af7bcc8 Bill Maher tells NPR interviewer he views outlet as 'far extreme of the left' te 2026-07-15T19:12:23.307Z Bill Maher tells NPR interviewer he views outlet as 'far extreme of the left' Comedian Bill Maher called out NPR as part of the "far extreme of the left" during an interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep on Wednesday, even joking he was surprised he had the "Real Time" host on the show. Inskeep spoke to Maher on NPR's "Newsmakers" podcast and covered a range of topics, including his meeting with President Donald Trump, his career and his Kennedy Center award. Maher frequently criticizes Trump and Republicans on his show and podcast, but also does not hold back on critiquing the left. "Your audience is going to love this by the way," as the comedian defended inviting Louis CK to his Kennedy Center event, where he accepted the Mark Twain prize. Maher argued the "sort of no rules for how we mete out punishment in this country for offenders is pretty weird," and said Hamas "rapists" were being cheered by some people, while others were fired for less severe actions. COMEDIANS DIG AT TRUMP AS BILL MAHER ACCEPTS MARK TWAIN PRIZE AT KENNEDY CENTER Inskeep suggested NPR's audience was more diverse than Maher thought. "I'm surprised you even had me on," Maher said. "Because I just think of this place is so different than what it used to be, and what I always want people to do, but it's so hard to get people to do these days, is just engage with the argument. You can hate me, for whatever your reasons," he went on. "You know, I'm too old, whatever I am. Are you engaging with the argument? Tell me if I'm wrong about something. And then we're going to be cool. But that's not what either extreme does in this country anymore. And, maybe I'm wrong, but I think of this place is like on the far extreme of the left." BILL MAHER RIPS BUZZFEED, HUFFPOST TO OWNER'S FACE, SAYS OUTLETS ARE FULL OF INDOCTRINATED 'NEPO BABIES' Inskeep said there may be more variety in who NPR talks to than what he's been told. Maher then said, "Who you talk to is different than like what people believe." "We want to hear all kinds of people, and we go out of our way to do it," Inskeep said. Maher has criticized NPR in the past, specifically following the outlet's CEO, Katherine Maher, and her testimony before Congress in 2025. During a March 2025 "Overtime" segment for his HBO show, the comedian specifically called out his "namesake" Maher over her repeated assertions that NPR was "unbiased." "Give me a break, lady," Maher said at the time. "I mean, they're crazy far-left." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The HBO host went on to say the country is "past the age" where the federal government can subsidize outlets like NPR and PBS. "Why do we need to subsidize," Maher asked. "We're so polarized. These outlets became popular at a time when Republicans and Democrats didn't hate each other and weren't at each other's throats and didn't think each other was an existential threat. In that world, you can't have places like this, I think, anymore. They have to be private." NPR faced funding cuts in 2025 after Congress voted to rescind $1.1 billion in previously approved funding for public media in July 2025. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57db82a12eaf174af7bcb0 CDC nominee on shaky ground following US Senate confirmation hearing te 2026-07-15T19:12:02.839Z CDC nominee on shaky ground following US Senate confirmation hearing Erica Schwartz testifies during her confirmation hearing to become director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on July 15, 2026. (Photo by Finn Gomez/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention didn’t appear to secure the support needed to take over the public health agency during a lengthy and often tense confirmation hearing Wednesday.  While Dr. Erica Schwartz told lawmakers on the U.S. Senate Committee that oversees health policy she would “never betray the science,” she didn’t seem to win the trust of Democrats or key Republicans needed to advance.  Chairman Bill Cassidy, R-La., repeatedly questioned Schwartz about whether she would follow the example set by former CDC Director Susan Monarez, who testified last year that she was fired after refusing to pre-approve vaccine recommendations or fire career officials for no reason. “We need unbiased leaders who make decisions based upon science, not politics or ideology, and are committed to protecting children’s health,” Cassidy said in his opening statement.  More than two hours later, at the end of the hearing, Cassidy told Schwartz he believed administration officials had overprepared her and that some of her answers missed the mark.  “I felt like you were always trying not to answer my question, which was disappointing,” he said.  Cassidy, or any Republican on the committee where the party holds a thin 12-11 majority, could effectively block Schwartz’s nomination if Democrats unanimously oppose it. Restoring trust Schwartz, who worked as a Navy occupational medicine physician, earning the rank of admiral, and deputy surgeon general, testified that, if confirmed, she would work to rebuild the CDC’s reputation among all Americans.  “My first priority will be restoring trust in public health institutions through radical transparency and unwavering scientific integrity,” Schwartz said. “As CDC director, my sacred responsibility is to provide the American people with public health guidance that is clear, honest and evidence-based.” Schwartz said she would work to “modernize the CDC into a near real-time public health enterprise” while ensuring local, state and tribal governments become the “operational backbone of American public health.” Schwartz testified in response to questions from both Democrats and Republicans on the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee that she “accept(s) that evidence” that vaccines don’t lead to an autism diagnosis. She said mRNA vaccine “technology is safe and effective.” Tracking abortions Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley asked Schwartz to look into the possible health implications for people who live close to a data center, saying his constituents regularly ask him about it and he doesn’t know what to tell them.  Schwartz said she didn’t know whether the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, which is housed within the CDC, had done any research on potential data center health implications. If confirmed, she committed to working with Hawley and his staff to look into the issue.  Hawley also asked Schwartz if she would ensure the CDC secures data from every state in the country on when and how abortions take place.  “The CDC collects data on abortions that are committed in the United States of America through a system called the Abortion Reporting System,” Hawley said. “This system is voluntary, and so a number of states, not coincidentally large blue states, do not turn over any data, so that it’s difficult to get a picture of just how many abortions and under what circumstances are committed in this country.”  Schwartz testified she would look into the issue if confirmed, adding that “abortion surveillance is absolutely a critical component of what the CDC is currently doing.” “But I also want to also make sure that certain states are not conflating emergency services and hiding abortions in that emergency services case definition,” she said. “We need to make sure we’re pulling out true abortions and making sure that we’re really having clear case definitions regarding abortions, so the data is actually accurate.”  Cyclosporiasis Washington Democratic Sen. Patty Murray asked about the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis and the CDC’s disease monitoring programs during her round of questions.  Schwartz said she believed “that one of the core missions of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking outbreaks domestically and also internationally.”  Schwartz said she was unaware the Trump administration moved to make reporting of cyclosporiasis optional last year after Murray asked whether there would be “any scientific or medical justification for CDC having eliminated mandatory reporting of that parasite.” “The CDC used to conduct surveillance on this very infection through a program called FoodNet, but in July of ’25, thanks to Trump, CDC made reporting on that illness optional,” Murray said. “Now we are here a year later, and we’re already seeing over 7,000 confirmed or under investigation cases and over 100 hospitalizations with no single cause having yet been identified.” Schwartz didn’t commit to reinstating mandatory reporting of cyclosporiasis if confirmed to run the CDC, but said she would work with Murray and her staff to understand why that stopped and what the options would be moving forward. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57db31a12eaf174af7bc95 Trump presses ICE to continue traffic stops despite fatal shootings te 2026-07-15T19:10:41.925Z Trump presses ICE to continue traffic stops despite fatal shootings Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57db1da12eaf174af7bc8c For the love and the game: What it means for Tucsonans to watch the World Cup together te 2026-07-15T19:10:21.965Z For the love and the game: What it means for Tucsonans to watch the World Cup together Fans from across the world are filling cities, stadiums, bars, restaurants, homes and community spaces this summer to see one of the most popular sporting and cultural events in the world.  The 23rd FIFA men’s World Cup soccer tournament this summer is the first to feature 48 teams in three host countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States.  In Tucson, fans gather around TVs and projector screens to cheer on the teams and players they love, often while enjoying a reprieve from the extreme summer heat. The matches bring consistent traffic to some small businesses during the city’s slower season and give people a chance to socialize and connect in new ways.  For people watching in the U.S., the 39 days of play brings diversity and internationalism to the forefront. The winner of Wednesday’s semifinal match between Argentina and England will play Spain in Sunday’s championship. The bronze final (think third place) will feature France and the Argentina-England loser on Saturday. Arizona Luminaria visited a couple of Tucson spaces where fans watch the World Cup and explore what the games mean to people, see how they celebrate international communities and identities, and learn what makes a place feel like home.   Chris Martinez sits at Zerai’s International Bar in midtown to watch the Argentina-Egypt match on July 7, 2026. During the game, Martinez rooted for Argentina because he’s a Lionel Messi fan. But he also loves rooting for teams with a story, like Cabo Verde — a tiny island nation of about 530,000 people. He described watching one of Cabo Verde’s games as, “one of the greatest things that I’ve ever witnessed in my entire life.”   Credit: Summer Williams Tucson native Chris Martinez has watched the World Cup since he was child.  “My very first World Cup was 2006. I was a very young child. I was 7 years old and my stepdad introduced me to it. He’s like, ‘You’re going to love this.’ And I was so into it, and I was quizzing my mom and being like, ‘Oh, did you know that this is the Tunisia flag?’ or ‘This is the flag for Trinidad and Tobago,’” he said, seated at a table watching a match at Zerai’s International Bar in midtown. “It is such a unique way of learning about different cultures and countries that isn’t in a classroom and is more accessible to seeing what culture is like in front of your face.” A sixth grade English teacher at BASIS Tucson North, Martinez said teaching introduces him to many cultures and students, and living in Tucson gives him access to a larger community. He follows World Cup storylines and enjoys seeing how different cultures and communities come together, even during a time when international connections in the U.S. feel complicated, he said. “Before the World Cup had actually started, I was very concerned that this was just going to be a giant disaster. And I’m not alone in that, especially given all of what has been going on. And around the first couple of days, there’s like rumblings on social media of all the tourists being like, ‘You guys are lovely.’ Like, ‘I really love the Americans.’ And I’ve seen so many viral videos of people being like, ‘Oh, I’m going to take out these tourists for Korean barbecue or for Texas barbecue,’ and would buy lunch for them or things like that. And they’re like, ‘Oh my God, this stuff is so good.’ And I’m really happy to see that when all of the politicians aren’t involved, that we totally get along.” Rachael Colasanto stands in between the kitchen and the counter of her bakery cafe Holy Focaccia, watching the start of the Norway-England match on July 9, 2026. Colasanto and her partner, Zakaria Boucetta project the games on a wall for customers to enjoy with seasonal pastries, focaccia sandwiches, coffee or drinks from the brewery Slow Body Beer, which shares the building just southeast of downtown. Credit: Summer Williams Rachael Colasanto runs a bakery and cafe showing matches projected on a wall of the open kitchen. “Any games that are on while the bakery is open, we’re watching. I find any team is really fun to watch,” Colasanto said. “And I feel like, especially this tournament, there’s been countries that have just kind of come through and surprised us.” Colasanto’s bakery cafe, Holy Focaccia, has been open for only five months as a brick and mortar space — after starting her business out of her Barrio Viejo home during the pandemic and doing pop-ups at local farmers markets and Slow Body Beer. But it’s already become the space she envisioned — filled with people, food and life.  The space is small with limited seating, but just under two dozen people have filled it to watch games.    “I know we’re probably all tired of talking about businesses being slow in the summer, but this has really kept us afloat and kind of filled in the gaps that happened during summer, especially being a new business. So, we stay open later. Thursday’s usually our slowest day of the week, and to see it this busy in here is definitely helpful.” Zakaria Boucetta and Rachael Colasanto stand in front of the bakery counter at Holy Focaccia on July 9, 2026. They rooted for Morocco to win it all, but enjoy watching all the North American teams play  — especially Mexico — with the community. Credit: Summer Williams Colasanto and her partner, Zakaria Boucetta, are longtime soccer fans. Colasanto’s family roots are in Italy, and she played soccer from age 4 through high school. Boucetta, who is half Moroccan, half Portuguese, was born in Canada. He designed the space and looked forward to opening in time for the World Cup. Tucson is their chosen home after moving from New York. The matches are a chance to share their love for other countries and places that have been home for them.  “I can remember myself watching big games at various bars or restaurants, and those stick so clearly with me, and then, now that I’m doing it in my own space, it’s kind of mind blowing sometimes,” she said sitting at the bakery counter looking into the kitchen as her team prepped for the evening service. “And this is our space, and we get to show these games and do it, and maybe it’ll have the same impact on someone else, where they remember that they watched, I don’t know, Morocco lose – tears – at Holy Focaccia. But places are very meaningful to me, and it’s just been fun.” Aarush Parvataneni stands next to a World Cup banner in the courtyard outside Zerai’s International Bar on July 7, 2026. Parvataneni visited Zerai’s with a friend to watch the Argentina-Egypt match.  Credit: Summer Williams Watching the World Cup has mostly been fun for Aarush Parvataneni as he viewed it from the comfort of his home. “It’s like the biggest sporting event. There’s so many teams from all over the world and you just get to see, obviously in the sporting aspect, you get to see all of these top quality teams compete. Then there’s a lot of underdog stories, which are obviously fun to follow, but also off the field or off the pitch, seeing all these different cultures and sporting cultures clash and get together and seeing the fans from all over the world. It just feels like a great festive time.” Parvataneni has a couple of World Cup criticisms: Match ticket prices and hydration breaks during each half, which he says interrupts the games’ flow. “It just feels like a money grab to add more ads rather than care about the players, and it does change how the game is played because if a team has the momentum, and then there’s a hydration break, they lose that momentum.” However, he’s appreciated following different players and underdog stories throughout the World Cup from home or at Zerai’s International Bar. “I think overall, the people and the fans have made the World Cup great, but FIFA and like the government, I guess the more powerful people, could have done a better job.” Parvataneni mainly watches college sports and cricket teams, since moving to Tucson from Bangalore, India four years ago to attend the University of Arizona.  “The World Cup, you know, it kind of makes us appreciate the diversity in the world and how all these countries are so different and unique in their own regard. And I think that’s something that’s really cool to see, and I don’t know, it also makes me want to travel to all these countries.” Luca Ravaglia stands outside Zerai’s International Bar in Tucson, with Cabo Verde’s flag draped across his shoulders on July 7, 2026.   Credit: Summer Williams Luca Ravaglia has watched every game in the tournament at Zerai’s. Born in Italy, but raised in Phoenix, he said the sport connects him with his family and his Italian identity.  “It’s a really big thing in Europe, it’s not just teams. It means a lot more to people there. So, being able to follow that, sort of get into the club, then you understand more the nature around overall society in general back where you’re from.” In Tucson, he has watched every match of this World Cup at Zerai’s International Bar. He connected with the bar when it first opened over two years ago, and it has become a gathering place to better understand different sports and teams.    “It’s almost like an international hub, just like the name of the bar. Then have people come through, and just get to meet new people, and see them experience it, see the pride they have for their countries. You live here in Tucson, but then you get a feel for the international just through people’s experiences coming here and watching the games.” As Italy did not make the World Cup field, Ravaglia could root for different teams, specifically the underdogs and the African teams, he said.  “There’s been good stories and also the bad ones. It’s both sides to it.” Ravaglia has followed Iran as it was originally to train at Tucson’s Kino Sports Complex in June and then moved to Tijuana, Mexico after visa issues and the war with the U.S. began earlier this year. “So those were sort of ugly scenes that were brought to the forefront,” Ravaglia said.  He also watched the scenes of people coming from all over the world and experiencing American culture for the first time. “So, in that sense, it’s been good for people from around the world who were able to make it to see it and experience it. And then there were the downsides, you know, with the pushback with the administration and everything. So the two tensions are actively playing out.”   Credit: Summer Williams The post For the love and the game: What it means for Tucsonans to watch the World Cup together appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d75fa12eaf174af7bbf6 New details reveal marriage in crisis before Ana Walshe murder case in Fox Nation special te 2026-07-15T18:54:23.814Z New details reveal marriage in crisis before Ana Walshe murder case in Fox Nation special Conman Brian Walshe's suspicious internet searches and his mother's string of inquisitive voicemails take center stage in a new Fox Nation special on the Ana Walshe murder case, offering a closer look at the strained family dynamics that preceded the Massachusetts mother of three's disappearance. "I wanted to hire a private investigator to just get some information on my daughter-in-law," said Diana Walshe, her voice muffled through the phone. The recording offered a glimpse into the family's growing concerns before Ana Walshe vanished, undercutting the image of a picture-perfect marriage and suggesting deeper tensions behind closed doors. SLAIN NJ MOTHER 911 CALL MADE BY HER HUSBAND HAS FORENSIC EXPERT WARNING ONE MISTAKE COULD DERAIL FOCUS The high-profile case is the focus of a new Fox Nation special, which retraces the events leading up to Walshe's disappearance and explores the cracks in the couple's seemingly idyllic life through interviews and previously documented evidence. "They appeared to be an ideal couple living in a very affluent enclave in Massachusetts," former prosecutor Josh Ritter recounted. But all was not as it initially seemed. Boston-based reporter Bob Ward described the difficulties brewing under the surface that would eventually reach a boiling point. MISSOURI NURSE FOUND DEAD MONTHS AFTER ANESTHESIOLOGIST HUSBAND ADMITTED TO ASSAULTING WOMAN "Her marriage was in complete shambles, and there was no way to repair it," he said. The same day that Brian Walshe's mother made her call to private investigator Jereme Dozier, Brian searched the internet for information regarding divorce. According to Dozier, Diana made the call under the assumption that Ana was having an affair with a close new contact in the D.C. area named William Fastow. Evidence appeared to support the suspicion and Ana's private conversations indicated she was prepared to move on with her life. 'WONDERFUL' CA NURSE AND MOTHER VANISHES AFTER GOING TO CASINO, CAR FOUND ABANDONED AT MOUNTAIN PARK: FAMILY But those plans were destroyed in early January 2023 when a phone call from Washington, D.C. police to a local department in Cohasset, Massachusetts shattered the peace. "Her coworker from security was reporting that she had not shown up for work, and that was not consistent with what he knew about Ana and her work ethic," William Quigley, chief of the Cohasset Police Department, told the show. "We found it very odd that the husband didn't contact us immediately when he hadn't heard from his wife in days, especially with having three small children," he added. Brian Walshe's story centered on a "work emergency" that demanded Ana's attention in Washington, D.C., so she fled to address the issue. When confronted by the authorities, he insisted he hadn't heard from her since. CLICK HERE TO JOIN FOX NATION "That was the beginning of this," Ward recalled. That same day, Brian Walshe made an interesting move – leaving a voicemail for none other than William Fastow. Hear from investigators, journalists and law enforcement as they unravel the twists and turns behind one of the country's most baffling murder cases. To watch more, subscribe to Fox Nation and begin streaming "A Digital History of Violence: Where is Ana Walshe?" today. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d74ca12eaf174af7bbed 2028 Dem hopefuls torched over webinars teaching illegal immigrants how to 'defy' ICE te 2026-07-15T18:54:04.353Z 2028 Dem hopefuls torched over webinars teaching illegal immigrants how to 'defy' ICE Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is putting prominent Democrats, including potential presidential contenders, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, on blast for hosting webinars and sharing resources on how illegal immigrants can "defy" ICE. Mullins' comments come after President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday morning that ICE would resume making vehicle stops after a one-day pause following two officer-involved shootings in Maine and Texas. DHS had sent agents nationwide a notice the day before, instructing them to cease vehicle stops until further notice. Commenting on the quick reversal, Mullin emphasized in a social media post that the agency’s "#1 goal is to keep our officers safe and get criminals OFF our streets." He said that DHS officers are currently facing a more than 1,300 percent increase in vehicle attacks. Mullin noted that "this reckless illegal alien activity comes after sanctuary politicians held webinars and shared resources for how to openly defy [ICE]." TRUMP REVERSES DHS POLICY, ORDERS ICE TO RESUME VEHICLE STOPS AFTER ONE-DAY PAUSE Among the Democrats Mullin named were Ocasio-Cortez and Newsom, two of the most prominent leaders in the party who are both widely rumored to be weighing presidential runs in 2028. The DHS chief alleged that Ocasio-Cortez hosted a webinar "providing tips for illegal aliens to evade arrests at homes, workplaces, or in public." Ocasio-Cortez’s office hosted a "Know Your Rights With ICE" webinar last year. During the webinar, which was broadcast from the congresswoman’s Facebook page, migrant viewers were informed of how to deal with ICE search requests if officers come calling to their homes or place of work. Ocasio-Cortez did not take part in the webinar. She did, however, upload tips to Instagram, via posters in both English and Spanish, and called on her followers to share the posters widely and study them. "Our strategic advantage in this moment is our strength in numbers," Ocasio-Cortez wrote. "It is time to use it. In nearly every way, we outnumber those who want to abuse their power and keep people in fear. The truth is, they cannot come after us all. That is why they actively USE and create fear: to get us to give up in advance and withdraw from public life without them lifting a finger." She also called on her followers to print out the posters and "tape them up in your workplace or keep them by your door." DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS ERUPT OVER 2028 ENDORSEMENT AS AOC SPECULATION GROWS: 'DANGEROUS PATH' "So if ICE comes to your workplace or home, whether you are a citizen or noncitizen - YOU can defend your community and our constitution by exercising your rights," she wrote. Meanwhile, Mullin charged Newsom of having "released guides and sanctuary laws advising illegal aliens how to recognize ICE, block entry, and defy arrest." Since Trump's return to office, Newsom has signed several measures expanding California's sanctuary policies, including a $50 million package funding immigrant legal defense and lawsuits against the Trump administration, legislation attempting to ban ICE agents from wearing masks during operations and new restrictions on immigration enforcement at schools and public hospitals. Newsom’s office also published "Know Your Rights" materials instructing immigrants and Californians on how to recognize ICE agents and how to respond to arrests. The factsheet urged people not to assault or obstruct federal agents but to record and document their activity. The document was published in 15 languages, including Arabic, Chinese and Spanish. Newsom, along with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, also a Democrat, launched an online portal for people to report "potentially unlawful activity" by federal agents. In response to Mullin's critique, Diana Crofts-Pelayo, a spokesperson for Newsom's office, told Fox News Digital that "this wouldn’t be necessary if the Trump Administration actually trained ICE officers on the public’s Constitutional rights and ensured those rights are respected." "There is nothing more American than making sure everyone is aware of their rights," she said, adding, "We follow the law. The Trump Administration should try it -- train your agents and stop the deaths." CALIFORNIA DEMS ACCUSED OF PUTTING SANCTUARY LAW OVER MIGRANT CHILD WELFARE CHECKS: 'REAL CHILDREN' Besides Newsom and Ocasio-Cortez, Mullin also called out Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y., for posting a video "calling on illegal aliens to make a plan for ICE encounters" and Los Angeles Democratic Mayor Karen Bass for issuing "multilingual flyers and online resources advising illegal aliens on how to evade arrest." Fox News Digital also reached out to Ocasio-Cortez, Goldman and Bass for comment. Mullin emphasized that "illegal aliens will be arrested and deported wherever they are." In light of Democrats’ rhetoric towards ICE, the secretary added, "We remind illegal aliens attempting to evade arrest is dangerous." In a social media post re-shared by DHS on Wednesday morning, Trump wrote that pausing ICE vehicle stops would be "playing right into" criminals’ hands. "We must be strong, tough, and smart, and we CANNOT give up one of ICE's most important and effective Crime fighting tools, THE TRAFFIC STOP!" he wrote, adding, "The Radical Left Dumocrats would like to see this done, but it won’t happen on my watch. I.C.E. be judicious, fair and smart, and go back and do your very important job." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d738a12eaf174af7bbe4 Red Wings legend Steve Yzerman steps down as the team's general manager amid a turbulent offseason te 2026-07-15T18:53:44.898Z Red Wings legend Steve Yzerman steps down as the team's general manager amid a turbulent offseason The Detroit Red Wings have had an interesting offseason to say the least, and things took another turn on Wednesday when franchise legend and general manager Steve Yzerman announced he was stepping down from the position. He will stay with the organization but will now serve as an advisor to CEO Chris Ilitch. According to NHL.com, the team's search for a new GM is already underway, and they will be considering both internal and external candidates for the job. NHL TEAM'S ROUGH OFFSEASON GETS WORSE AS FRANCHISE LEGEND LEAVES TO COACH FOR ARCH-RIVAL Kids, get the popcorn ready... Yzerman is, of course, one of the greatest Red Wings of all time and captained three Stanley Cup-winning teams, some of which had what are, for my money, the greatest rosters of all time. Go look at the 2002 Red Wings, and you'll be like, "Oh, so this might be part of the reason why they instituted a salary cap." So, it made sense that after a successful tenure as the GM of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Yzerman would be the man to help the Red Wings get back on top in 2019, after having last made the postseason in 2016. However, in the seven years that Yzerman was GM, the Red Wings never made it back to the playoffs. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Worse yet, that futility led to captain and Detroit native Dylan Larkin asking for a trade. I think this speaks to the danger of putting a franchise legend in charge of your team. There's no doubt that if another person without Yzerman's history with the organization had posted the same results, there's no chance he would've lasted this long. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM And, perhaps by letting things go on this long, that led to Larkin wanting out. Sure, players ask for trades all the time (especially these days), but it's not a good look for the current state, or the future direction of the franchise. Now, one of the big questions is whether this leadership change will make Larkin reconsider his desire to leave the team. That wouldn't be unheard of, but it seems as though the next Red Wings GM will have to deliver the sales pitch of the century to convince Larkin that the franchise can return to its winning ways in a hurry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d725a12eaf174af7bbdb Hirono ripped for 'deranged' opening confirmation hearing question to Blanche: 'What a joke' te 2026-07-15T18:53:25.444Z Hirono ripped for 'deranged' opening confirmation hearing question to Blanche: 'What a joke' Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, opened part of her questioning of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday by asking whether he had ever requested sexual favors or committed sexual harassment — reviving a confirmation-hearing question that has repeatedly drawn mockery from conservatives. "Low IQ @maziehirono begins her questioning of @DAGToddBlanche —an esteemed professional with an honorable record in public service—by asking, ‘Have you ever made unwanted requests for sexual favors?’ What a joke," wrote the official White House Rapid Response account on X. Hirono recently held the same line of questioning during the confirmation hearing for Secretary of Interior Doug Burgum last year. Hirono began introducing the questions in 2018, inspired by the #MeToo and #TimesUp movement. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' "Since you became a legal adult, have you ever made unwanted requests for sexual favors or committed any verbal or physical harassment or assault of a sexual nature," Hirono asked. "No, Senator," Blanche responded. "Have you ever faced discipline or entered into a settlement relating to this kind of conduct?" she followed up. MIKE DAVIS: WHY SENATE MUST IGNORE OBAMA JUDGE'S ATTACK ON AG NOMINEE TODD BLANCHE "No, Senator," Blanche responded. Social media users swiftly mocked Hirono’s opening line of questions. "Raise your hand if you're tired of @maziehirono's favorite Senate Judiciary line of questioning," posted the Republican National Lawyers Association on X. "The White House is RIPPING deranged Sen. Mazie Hirono (D) for demanding AG Todd Blanche answer, 'have you ever made unwanted requests for s*xual favors’ BLANCHE: ‘...no, senator..,’" wrote Right Line News Chief Content Officer Eric Daugherty on X. "WTF? What a stupid thing to ask out of nowhere," Daugherty added. "She does it to EVERYONE, SHEIS ABSOLUTELY NUTS," added one user. DEMOCRAT POLITICOS RERUN UNDERHANDED LEFTIST PLAYBOOK IN EFFORT TO TORPEDO TRUMP’S AG NOMINEE Hirono wrote in 2018 that she is "asking nominees to our courts, under oath, whether or not they have a history of sexual assault or harassment." "Like in other industries, our judges are in positions of power & #TimesUp," she posted on X at the time. She first used the line of questioning during the confirmation hearing for judicial nominee Kurt Engelhardt during the first Trump administration. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d6e7a12eaf174af7bbb8 New Arizona laws expand cancer protections for firefighters te 2026-07-15T18:52:23.496Z New Arizona laws expand cancer protections for firefighters PHOENIX -- State lawmakers have decided that firefighters in Arizona should not have to go through the hassles that Matthew O'Reilly had with his insurance company. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d6d1a12eaf174af7bbaf House votes to end clock changes, put entire country on daylight saving time year-round te 2026-07-15T18:52:02.002Z House votes to end clock changes, put entire country on daylight saving time year-round WASHINGTON – The House voted Tuesday to end the twice-yearly clock change, putting the country on daylight saving time permanently if the Senate goes along. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d6bea12eaf174af7bba6 CRIT seeks stronger protections for senior Colorado River water rights in federal plan te 2026-07-15T18:51:42.016Z CRIT seeks stronger protections for senior Colorado River water rights in federal plan PARKER — The Colorado River Indian Tribes are urging federal officials to more clearly protect the Tribe's senior Colorado River water rights as the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation develops new operating rules for the river. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d6aaa12eaf174af7bb9d Gary Hanson: Term Limits te 2026-07-15T18:51:22.052Z Gary Hanson: Term Limits Editor: For most of our history, Americans assumed public servers meant stepping in doing your part, and then stepping aside , but overtime Congress has turned into a place where politicians stay for decades, insulated from every day realities the… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d682a12eaf174af7bb89 Let a Governor Go Without a Traffic Ticket? A Stop Stirs Debate. te 2026-07-15T18:50:42.112Z Let a Governor Go Without a Traffic Ticket? A Stop Stirs Debate. Gov. Joe Lombardo of Nevada was pulled over for a suspected violation but did not receive a citation. That has elicited mixed reactions as he campaigns for re-election. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d66da12eaf174af7bb6a Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II te 2026-07-15T18:50:21.639Z Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II The vulnerability in the decades-old game could have allowed hackers to take over victims’ computers with a malicious game invite. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d47ba12eaf174af7bb49 These Democrat-led states have turned vaping into a pricey habit te 2026-07-15T18:42:03.267Z These Democrat-led states have turned vaping into a pricey habit Democrats are making one of young Americans' most popular habits more expensive in blue states — vaping. The price of vaping isn't just determined by what's on the shelf. Tax policies can add nearly $18 to the cost of the same vaping product from state to state, creating sharp price differences for U.S. consumers where the price of the same product depends on where they live and shop. The result is a fragmented tax landscape where blue states are on average paying much more than red states for the same product. Minnesota and Washington tie for the nation's highest vaping tax burden at about $17.90, with Vermont just behind at roughly $17.33. At the other end of the spectrum, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Nebraska, North Carolina and Wisconsin each add just $0.36 to the same product, the lowest tax burden among states that tax vaping products. Meanwhile, there are 16 states that do not levy a statewide vape tax at all. For the states that do, however, there's no single approach. "Unlike other excise taxes, like those on gasoline or even cigarettes, vape taxes have almost no conformity across U.S. states," Adam Hoffer, director of excise tax policy at the Tax Foundation, told Fox News Digital. AN OVERLOOKED RED STATE QUIETLY BUILT ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST COMPETITIVE TAX SYSTEMS Hoffer said those differences make it difficult to compare states without a standardized analysis. "Vapor products get taxed sometimes by the amount of milliliters in the product, sometimes by the retail price, sometimes by wholesale price, sometimes it depends on the kind of vaping product it is," he said. "And so it's really hard to do an apples-to-apples comparison across states when we look at vaping access." BLUE-STATE TAX BURDEN FUELS AMERICANS FLEEING TO REPUBLICAN-LED SOUTHERN STATES Despite those differences, Hoffer said one trend has become increasingly clear: more states are looking to vaping taxes as a source of revenue, particularly as cigarette tax collections decline alongside falling smoking rates. "Some states are simply trying to replace their cigarette tax revenue with taxes on things like vaping products," he said. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER That trend has helped push tax burdens especially high in parts of the West Coast, Hoffer said. He pointed to Washington and Minnesota, which tax many vaping products at 95% of the wholesale price. "In some cases, you can be close to doubling the legal price of the product in the state," Hoffer said. Those higher taxes don't just affect prices, they can also influence where consumers choose to shop. Hoffer said many people who vape are aware of neighboring states with lower taxes and may cross state lines to save money, particularly in the Washington, D.C., region, where Maryland and Virginia are nearby. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d467a12eaf174af7bb40 Timothée Chalamet has priceless reaction after meeting Cowboys cheerleaders at World Cup te 2026-07-15T18:41:43.791Z Timothée Chalamet has priceless reaction after meeting Cowboys cheerleaders at World Cup It’s not often that actor Timothée Chalamet is starstruck, but that’s what the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders can do to people. Chalamet, 30, met the famed cheerleaders on Tuesday when he attended Spain’s 2-0 victory over France at AT&T Stadium. "It’s nice to meet you guys. Damn," Chalamet told the cheerleaders during halftime of the game. "I’m starstruck." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Chalamet posed for a photo with the cheerleaders, holding their pom-poms. The picture was posted to the cheerleaders' Instagram, and it was captioned, "Timmy in Texas," with a blue heart emoji. One of the Cowboys cheerleaders, Anna Kate, posted a series of photos and videos to her Instagram Story throughout the day. The cheerleaders were also pictured with soccer legend David Beckham. The final slide of Kate’s Instagram Story was a message of gratitude. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "Okay. I promise I’m done posting today. I’m just sitting in bed replaying everything from today and honestly this entire summer," she said. "Feeling so incredibly grateful that I get to call this my job and experience opportunities like these with some of my very best friends. My heart is so full." Chalamet attended the game with his father, Marc, and was seen wearing a France tracksuit. The "Dune" star was also captured by FOX cameras talking with Beckham during the game. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS For Chalamet, a France victory in the World Cup semifinal would have meant another one of his teams in the championship. The star actor is a diehard New York Knicks fan and was in the locker room after they defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. Instead, France’s explosive attack was shut down by Spain’s stifling defense. Spain awaits the winner of England and Argentina, who play in the other semifinal on Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET on FOX. 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/6a57d454a12eaf174af7bb37 Man accused of attacking, attempting to drown female jogger along Houston bayou: police te 2026-07-15T18:41:24.343Z Man accused of attacking, attempting to drown female jogger along Houston bayou: police A man accused of attacking a woman while she was exercising at a Houston-area bayou — and then trying to drown her — was arrested after she fought him off and fled, authorities said. Jacoby Isiah Fuselier, 19, allegedly attacked the woman around 6:30 p.m. local time Monday along White Oak Bayou, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen said in a statement announcing the arrest. The woman told authorities she fought back, gouging at Fuselier's eyes and yanking out clumps of his hair before fleeing, police said. After escaping her alleged attacker, she found deputy constables and was taken to a hospital for treatment. 85-YEAR-OLD ‘HERO’ STOPS MAN POSING AS UTILITY WORKER TRYING TO KIDNAP WOMAN, AUTHORITIES SAY "This is an incredible story of [a] woman’s strength and will to survive," Rosen said. "We want to see that justice is done for her and we are thankful for the hard work by our deputies." In an effort to find the attacker, deputies flew a drone above the bayou and discovered a crime scene marked by claw marks through the mud and grass on the bayou’s bank. They followed fresh bike tracks from the area to a residential street, where home surveillance video showed a man on a bicycle who matched the description of the assailant, the constable's office said. NAKED MAN TRIES TO KIDNAP 7-YEAR-OLD TOURIST FROM MOTHER AT PORTLAND PARK, BYSTANDERS INTERVENE Once in that neighborhood, Fuselier allegedly approached another woman but fled when he saw her husband, authorities said. That woman told investigators that a man on a bike whistled at her while she was outside her home just before her husband walked out, Fox Houston reported. Fuselier was later arrested after a brief chase and struggle. He was found in possession of a cell phone belonging to the woman he allegedly attacked at the bayou, Rosen said. He was initially charged with evading arrest on Tuesday, followed by two counts of aggravated sexual assault on Wednesday, police said. Fox News Digital has reached out to Rosen's office for further comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d25ca12eaf174af7b96e 'A big effing deal': Graham's final mission moves forward after his death te 2026-07-15T18:33:00.738Z 'A big effing deal': Graham's final mission moves forward after his death Of the many political crusades the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., undertook, few were as front of mind for him than crippling Russia’s war machine in its conflict with Ukraine. Yet during the last year-and-a-half of President Donald Trump’s second term, momentum behind a bone-crushing sanctions package against Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin would start and stop, with hopes rising and falling for its proponents every few months. Earlier this year, Graham had similarly gotten a green light from the White House for a different iteration of the package. SENATE DEMS DRAW RARE LINE AGAINST MUST-PASS PENTAGON BILL "It's never going back on the shelf because President Trump believes he needs it," Graham told Fox News Digital at the time. "I think he needs it." Hours before his death, he again got confirmation that the White House supported his and Sen. Richard Blumenthal’s, D-Conn., latest offering. "Senator Graham and I were told, very authoritatively, literally just a couple of hours before his death, that the White House was OK with this," Blumenthal said. "We were exalted, he was as exuberant and as over the moon as I’ve ever seen him." And on Tuesday, the same day that Graham’s sister, Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., was sworn in, Blumenthal and a bipartisan group of over a dozen senators unveiled the long-awaited Russia sanctions package. "I guess I'm going to begin by channeling my inner Lindsey Graham to say, ‘This is a big effing deal,’" Blumenthal said. LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SISTER CARRIES ON LATE SENATOR'S WORK, BECOMING SOUTH CAROLINA'S FIRST FEMALE SENATOR The Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 is the culmination of more than a year of work and closed-door negotiations across the aisle and with 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. It’s one that this time many senators believe it can pass. Many of the core aspects of the legislation are the same: direct sanctions on Putin, Russian officials and Russian military leaders, up to 500% tariffs on Russian imports, tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian energy, like China and India, and allowing Trump flexibility for when to turn off some aspects of the sanctions. Key changes to the newly unveiled package include adding a "national interest certification" for Trump’s sanction waiver authority and incorporating sanctions on the myriad ships and tankers that comprise Russia’s "shadow fleet" hauling energy exports under the radar. EUROPE BANKROLLS PUTIN'S WAR MACHINE EVEN AS NATO RACES TO BOLSTER DEFENSES A source familiar with the negotiations to craft the package noted that "this is the only product that currently has buy-in from everybody." "And it's likely the only product that is going to move forward and put pressure on Russia the way we would all like to see it," they said. Still, the political winds in Washington, D.C., can shift at a moment’s notice. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., told Fox News Digital that he believed "anything is a candidate" to fall victim to external political fights, like Democrats blocking the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) over the Iran war or Republicans fearing another shutdown. Then there’s the question of what could happen to the package in the House. "Anything you send to the House right now probably has the possibility of other things getting attached to it, but I'm hoping, at least over here, there's some critical mass behind this," Thune said. Meanwhile, lawmakers who support the tranche of sanctions view it as a lasting mark of Graham’s legacy in the Senate, and one of the key pieces of work that he left unfinished after his sudden passing on Sunday. "I've known this man for 32 years, and I'm willing to say this is Lindsey Graham's greatest achievement when it comes to saving lives," Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d249a12eaf174af7b965 Yellowstone officials decide fate of bison that launched grandfather 8 feet in air te 2026-07-15T18:32:41.282Z Yellowstone officials decide fate of bison that launched grandfather 8 feet in air The bison in Yellowstone National Park that seriously injured a man in a viral attack last week will not be euthanized — with park officials confirming the wild animal will remain in the park despite the shocking encounter. Yellowstone officials said that "no management action" will be taken against the bull, according to TMZ.  The decision comes after the bison charged Carl Isom-McDaniel, leaving the grandfather with multiple broken bones that required surgery, as Fox News Digital previously reported. YELLOWSTONE BISON ATTACK WITNESS BELIEVES MAN SAVED HIS GRANDSON BY TAKING BRUNT OF ATTACK The frightening video, captured by wildlife photographer Mike MacLeod, spread widely online after the bison could be seen tossing McDaniel into the air before standing over him. MacLeod previously told Fox News Digital he feared the animal was about to gore the injured grandfather and stopped filming to help drive it away. "Once I saw the victim in the air, I stopped filming and ran with some other men to haze the bison away and to render aid," MacLeod said. The photographer also said neither McDaniel nor his grandson appeared to provoke the animal. The bull had already charged a group of teenagers before the grandfather and his grandson unknowingly encountered it while walking through the campground. MacLeod said the pair attempted to leave after noticing the bison become active, but the animal ultimately focused its attention on them. "For some reason [the bison] had it in his head he was going to attack those two," MacLeod said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Since the attack, McDaniel has undergone surgery and is recovering from his injuries. MacLeod told Fox News Digital the grandfather's first concern after the attack was his grandson. "I got to him right away, and the first thing he asked is, 'How is my grandson?'" MacLeod recalled. McDaniel later learned his grandson escaped without injury and was grateful the teenager was not harmed. Yellowstone National Park advises visitors to remain at least 25 yards away from bison, which can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and run as fast as 30 mph.  Bull bison can become especially aggressive during the annual mating season. Since the attack, many Yellowstone visitors have flocked to Reddit to share reactions to the incident. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "I live near the park, and honestly, we’ve seen enough tourists do [just] about everything under the sun to bison, but this is one of the few times we’ve all looked at it, and we’re in shock at how the bison just went at the guy," one Reddit user said. "I was wishing one of the cars driving by would have opened a door for him [the grandfather] to get in the vehicle while he was trying to escape," another commented. "This is honestly pretty sad. Usually, when you see this happen, it's some idiot tourists trying to get a selfie or something. That bison just woke up and chose violence. Hope grandpa is OK," a third said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Fox News Digital reached out to Yellowstone National Park for comment. Jessica Mekles of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d235a12eaf174af7b954 Former Arizona Wildcats teammates Koa Peat and Brayden Burries renew acquaintances at NBA Summer League te 2026-07-15T18:32:21.320Z Former Arizona Wildcats teammates Koa Peat and Brayden Burries renew acquaintances at NBA Summer League LAS VEGAS – Koa Peat didn’t mince words when asked about the motivation for his rookie season. For the 30th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, motivation will be found on the rosters of the 22 teams that picked ahead of the Suns — with seven of those teams making multiple selections. “I’m waking up every day thinking about the 29 guys that got picked ahead of me,” Peat said. “I’m gonna kill everybody in front of me.” Fortunately, for Peat’s former teammate Brayden Burries, he’s not on that list. “He’s my dog,” Peat said. “A top-10 player.”  For the first time since leading Arizona to its first Final Four appearance since 2001, Peat and Burries took the court as opponents rather than teammates when Peat’s Suns defeated Burries’ Milwaukee Bucks, 95-88, in NBA Summer League action on Monday at Cox Pavilion. Both 2026 first-round picks delivered. Burries led all scorers with 23 points on 8-of-14 shooting, while Peat finished with 19 points on 8-of-15 shooting.  Both players were in double figures by halftime in a matchup that offered an early look at two of six Wildcats drafted in the first round in Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd’s era. Burries went 10th overall to Milwaukee in the NBA Draft in June, while Peat was the last pick of the first round. Peat’s road to Phoenix included a trade involving the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks on draft night. For Burries, the transition from college to the Summer League has been smoother than expected, something for which he credited Lloyd and the caliber of Big 12 basketball. “Arizona did a great job helping me get to where I’m at right now,” Burries said. “It hasn’t been too much of an adjustment so far – from the physicality, from how fast we’re playing. Being at Arizona and in the Big 12 kind of helped me a lot to get here.” Facing a former teammate carried great significance, even if the two did not talk much beforehand, beyond a text checking whether they would be in the lineup. “Not a lot of schools can say they had two first-round picks in the same draft,” Burries said. “The first time playing against each other was kind of surreal. From college to now, it felt like practice, honestly, just playing against him.” Peat downplayed any added intensity from facing his All-American teammate, focusing on the scoreboard rather than the matchup. “I didn’t think he was going to play back-to-back like that,” Peat said of Burries, who scored 26 points on 9-of-16 shooting the day before against the Spurs. “It was cool to play against him.” The Suns’ Koa Peat dunks against the Bucks during NBA Summer League action on Monday, July 13 at Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas. Peat had 19 points to help Phoenix defeat Milwaukee and Peat’s former University of Arizona teammate Brayden Burries, 95-88. Burries had 23 points. (Photo by Andrew George/Cronkite News) In Peat’s first few games with the Suns, he said he’s letting opportunities come to him. “I’m not out there forcing anything,” Peat said. “Just scoring when I get my opportunities, but also finding my teammates. That’s what I love to do, find my teammates a good spot and help them be better.” Peat is aware of the pre-draft questions about his outside shooting, but he said he simply reads what the defense gives him. “If the paint’s open, I’m gonna go drive and get my teammates involved,” Peat said. “If I’m open for a shot, I’m gonna shoot it. I don’t really look at too much of the narratives.” Suns Summer League coach Chaisson Allen has seen that mentality translate directly to the floor, particularly in how Peat’s size and physicality have shown up against professional-level players. “His level of physicality translates immediately,” Allen said. “Guys feel his presence on the court.” Allen said that adjusting to the pace of professional basketball has been a critical part of Peat’s development, especially with the skillset and physical tools he has. “It’s huge for us and him to feel the pacing and be able to use his size,” Allen said. Both players downplayed any extra motivation heading into the game, with Peat mentioning his carefree attitude during games. Both players said they are focused on the steps needed to get better and prepare for the upcoming season. Monday’s meeting marked the only scheduled matchup between the two former Wildcats. With the Bucks winless (0-3) and Phoenix 2-1, it is highly unlikely that they will face each other again this summer. Teams are initially guaranteed four preliminary Summer League games, which are scheduled in advance. After those games, the schedule for the remaining matchups is determined by team performance. The post Former Arizona Wildcats teammates Koa Peat and Brayden Burries renew acquaintances at NBA Summer League appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d220a12eaf174af7b936 TasteFood: A meatless spin on a street food classic te 2026-07-15T18:32:00.833Z TasteFood: A meatless spin on a street food classic Satay is one of Southeast Asia's most recognizable grilled street foods, sold everywhere from roadside carts and night markets to family-run restaurants. While many people associate satay with Indonesia, versions of the dish are also enjoyed across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d1d0a12eaf174af7b916 Orpheum, local establishments host World Cup final watch parties te 2026-07-15T18:30:40.449Z Orpheum, local establishments host World Cup final watch parties The Orpheum is offering free watch parties for the third-place game and final of the World Cup this weekend. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d1bba12eaf174af7b8f6 Apple quietly reveals how its Maps ads will differ from Google’s te 2026-07-15T18:30:19.976Z Apple quietly reveals how its Maps ads will differ from Google’s Apple has published the policies governing its upcoming Maps advertising business, revealing a strategy that differs from Google’s. The new rules prohibit home services businesses like plumbers, electricians, locksmiths, and roofers from advertising on Apple Maps, along with several other sensitive Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d02da12eaf174af7b8cf Think your cortisol is too high? Expert reveals the truth behind viral wellness craze te 2026-07-15T18:23:41.230Z Think your cortisol is too high? Expert reveals the truth behind viral wellness craze Social media feeds have recently been flooded with wellness influencers warning about the dangers of high cortisol. But is this complex hormone truly something people should try to eliminate, or is it a victim of online hyperbole? In a recent Fox & Friends segment, Ainsley Earhardt sat down with New York City-based certified dietitian and nutritionist Amy Shapiro to separate fact from fiction. Despite its reputation, cortisol is a biological necessity. Produced by the adrenal glands, it is the body's primary stress hormone. DOCTORS SAY 8 FORGOTTEN HABITS COULD HELP FIGHT STRESS, OBESITY AND CHRONIC DISEASE "It does help us in many ways," Shapiro said during the segment. "It helps us get out of bed in the morning. You have a cortisol spike. Gives you that energy to get up and go. It helps to protect you when you have to run ... It helps support your immune system." COFFEE MAY HAVE POWERFUL EFFECT ON LIVER HEALTH, MAJOR STUDY SUGGESTS Under normal conditions, cortisol levels follow a natural 24-hour cycle, peaking in the morning to help the body wake up and gradually dropping to their lowest point at night.  Problems arise when the body remains in a prolonged state of stress, causing cortisol levels to stay elevated. According to Mayo Clinic, chronic exposure to high cortisol can disrupt almost all of the body's processes, contributing to anxiety, sleep issues and weight gain. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Shapiro highlighted these as markers of cortisol imbalance, along with additional warning signs like frequent illness and feelings of burnout. While influencers often attribute a puffy face ("moon face") entirely to cortisol, Shapiro said this is often misleading. "It could be your diet, it could be high salt, it could be [inadequate] hydration. Maybe we're not all walking around with these taxed cortisol levels." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Those who suspect their levels are off-balance shouldn't rely on self-diagnosis, the expert advised. A doctor can order saliva or blood tests to accurately measure hormone levels. Managing spikes starts with identifying and avoiding common daily triggers. Shapiro pointed out that caffeine can increase cortisol levels, especially when consumed on an empty stomach. She added that exercising and doing high-intensity interval training late at night can also cause a spike in cortisol. "It's better to do it in the morning when your cortisol levels are naturally high," she recommended. Shapiro also cautioned against "eating ultraprocessed foods, eating high-sugar foods, drinking soda and not eating a balanced diet," as well as "high stress, not getting adequate sleep, not moving your body." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Recognizing that we do live in a high-stress society right now, taking time to manage our stress is a good idea," she added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57d019a12eaf174af7b8c6 NBA's Adam Silver pushed WNBA commissioner to suspend Alyssa Thomas for Caitlin Clark throat jab: report te 2026-07-15T18:23:21.784Z NBA's Adam Silver pushed WNBA commissioner to suspend Alyssa Thomas for Caitlin Clark throat jab: report When Alyssa Thomas put a fist to the throat of Caitlin Clark, she was not punished in the immediate aftermath. She ultimately was given a one-game suspension and a Flagrant 2 foul after the WNBA conducted a review, but that apparently was almost not the case. According to the Sports Business Journal, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert was not planning on suspending Thomas but was ultimately convinced by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Engelbert was reportedly worried that a suspension for a play that was not called on the court was too harsh a penalty. However, Silver said there was evidence of a flagrant foul and implored Engelbert to hand down the punishment. The outlet reported that the league operated under usual protocols for potential flagrant fouls. However, it also said Engelbert does not want to show favoritism toward Clark because of her popularity while also trying to "appease players who believe they’ve been overshadowed by" her. On the flip side, the SBJ said Engelbert has not been to an Indiana Fever game since Clark was drafted. The WNBA told SBJ that the report is "absolutely false" - neither league immediately responded to an email from Fox News Digital. HOST CLAIMS WNBA COMMISSIONER CATHY ENGELBERT CANCELED INTERVIEW AS CAITLIN CLARK CONTROVERSY MOUNTS Silver told reporters on Tuesday that they will "have ongoing discussions about what the future looks like" regarding Engelbert’s role in the WNBA. "I think Cathy continues to do a strong job building that league," Silver said, citing her "tremendous progress." Clark has fallen victim to numerous hard fouls and boastful trash talk while being the clear face of the league. The Thomas incident prompted Marlin Stutzman, R-Ind., to join a group of lawmakers to write a letter to Engelbert, saying she has a responsibility to ensure every player competes "in a safe and professional environment." The letter said "the face of your league" is subject to "repeated acts of unnecessary physical hostility and violence." It concluded by urging the league to take stronger action. "The league has an extraordinary opportunity to inspire the next generation of female athletes to pursue athletics, but that opportunity is undermined when its brightest stars are not adequately protected," the letter reads. "Your fans deserve better, and so do the young girls who look to the WNBA as a model for excellence, sportsmanship, and opportunity." Clark recently went after the WNBA, saying it needs to do a better job of protecting its players both on and off the court. Thomas said she received death threats after the foul. 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/6a57d006a12eaf174af7b8bd Cara Delevingne issues stark warning after surviving terrifying drug addiction te 2026-07-15T18:23:02.321Z Cara Delevingne issues stark warning after surviving terrifying drug addiction Cara Delevingne believes addiction extends far beyond drugs and alcohol. The actress argued that "everyone's addicted to something," comparing the pull of smartphones and social media algorithms to substance abuse as she reflected on modern life. "Everyone’s addicted to something. We’re animals," she told Playboy. "We always had to try and survive, fight for the next meal. Now we have so much in front of us." "These things right in front of us are made to keep you trapped," Delevingne explained. "The cycle of the algorithm—it’s not great, especially with things like drugs and even your phone." CARA DELEVINGNE ADMITS SHE USED PARTY DRUG GHB DAILY BEFORE TERRIFYING SEIZURES FORCED HER SOBER For Delevingne, the conversation isn't just theoretical. She said her own sobriety has sparked meaningful conversations with fans.  "Even when I go out, people want to talk to me about their own sobriety, and it saved my life. It’s no small thing," she told the outlet. "It’s not like talking about my eyebrows. It’s not for everyone, but I don’t know one person who has had a period of sobriety, whether it’s because a parent died or they needed to really process something, that [sobriety] hasn’t helped." The former Victoria's Secret model didn't shy away from discussing how recovery affected one of the most intimate parts of her life. "Sex sober after all of that is definitely difficult," she said. "It changes, but it's so much deeper and so much more emotional." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER She said the shift forced her to reevaluate what she had been searching for all along. "I used to put a higher value on sex and validation from people," Delevingne admitted. "I used to think, 'Oh, I’m a pervert. I’m a really horny person.' But I think [I was] seeking love and validation through sex." Delevingne's perspective stems from her own experience with addiction and recovery. During a recent candid appearance on Alex Cooper's "Call Her Daddy" podcast, Delevingne revealed she was taking the drug GHB daily before suffering seizures that ultimately became a wake-up call in her recovery journey. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS While many fans associate Delevingne's recovery story with the viral paparazzi photos from Burning Man that sparked concern in 2022, she told Cooper the reality behind the scenes was far more severe. At the time, she was using GHB to "effectively knock yourself out" and then cocaine to keep herself awake. Delevingne revealed that she had planned to get sober after a blowout 30th birthday celebration after years of drug use, believing she could simply stop on her own. Instead, she learned how physically dependent she had become. "I didn't know how addictive that stuff was," she said, referring to the drug. "I just thought I took it every day. I didn't know that you really had to like medically detox from it. And I started having seizures and that's literally, [the 2022] photos were taken right after I'd had a seizure at Burning Man." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cff2a12eaf174af7b8b4 WATCH: Byron Donalds brushes off GOP debate demands as rivals lag far behind in polls te 2026-07-15T18:22:42.870Z WATCH: Byron Donalds brushes off GOP debate demands as rivals lag far behind in polls Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., is brushing off calls to debate his Republican rivals in Florida's gubernatorial race, arguing his opponents remain stuck in single-digits while he holds a commanding lead ahead of the Aug. 18 primary. "I've been consistent," Donalds told Fox News Digital when asked about criticism of his refusal to participate in debates. "These guys are in single digits. They stay in single digits." Donalds has argued there is no reason to debate given the large lead he has maintained throughout the campaign leading up to the primary. JOE LOMBARDO CRUISES PAST SIX GOP CHALLENGERS TO SECURE NEVADA REPUBLICAN GUBERNATORIAL NOMINATION The Florida Republican, retiring from the House to run for governor, has consistently polled at roughly 50%, with all his opponents trailing far behind in the single digits. His campaign has also vastly outraised the rest of the field — raising over $90 million. "They should spend their time going to see the people of Florida because they're not getting much support at all," Donalds said. Donalds entered the race with President Donald Trump's endorsement, giving him a major boost among MAGA voters. Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is term-limited, has not formally endorsed any specific candidate. His opponents include Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, former House Speaker Paul Renner and investor James Fishback. The three participated in a debate earlier this month — without Donalds — though he was mentioned consistently throughout conversations. Fishback has raised eyebrows with unconventional moves throughout his campaign – from using Tinder to "meet young female voters where they are" and proposing a "sin tax" which drew the ire of multiple women on OnlyFans. WATCH: MACE SAYS TRUMP'S ENDORSEMENT HASN'T SEALED SC GUBERNATORIAL RACE: ‘IT’S A DOG FIGHT’ Fishback recently attempted to disrupt one of Donalds' campaign events, where the controversial candidate stood outside and shouted for Donalds to participate in a GOP gubernatorial debate. "Another stunt," Donalds told Fox News Digital about Fishback showing up to his event. "Another stunt with people trying to get attention as opposed to, you know, taking their mission, their vision, their ideas to the people of Florida to earn support." He continued, "I'm not going to play with stunts. I’m not going to engage in that stuff." Fishback pushed back on Donalds' criticism, telling Fox News Digital he has spent more time meeting with voters than any other candidate in the race. "I’m the only campaign in Florida history running for governor that has met voters in all 67 counties," Fishback said. "I have done twice as many events as Byron Donalds in just the last month." On Donalds' refusal to debate, Fishback argued voters deserve to see the candidates face off. "That's what Joe Biden and Kamala Harris tried to do," Fishback said. "And it seems that he's closer to them than he is to Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump, who consistently engage in debate. Voters deserve candidates who are willing to debate before them." TRUMP ENDORSES JOHN JAMES IN MICHIGAN GOVERNOR RACE AS GOP RIVAL EXITS PRIMARY Fishback also appeared unfazed when asked about his single-digit polling, compared to Donalds as the frontrunner in the race. "The only poll that matters is August 18, 2026. Election night," he said. Florida’s primary election will be held on Aug. 18, with Donalds still projected to be far ahead in the polls compared to the remaining GOP candidates. "We're in a really good position, but we take nothing for granted, so just keep working," Donalds said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cfdfa12eaf174af7b8ab Internet influencer Clavicular ditches 'looksmaxxing' trend for different avenue of 'geomaxxing' te 2026-07-15T18:22:23.407Z Internet influencer Clavicular ditches 'looksmaxxing' trend for different avenue of 'geomaxxing' 2026 has been an interesting year for internet "sensation" Clavicular. The influencer best known for popularizing the "looksmaxxing" trend, a practice which involves maximizing one's physical attractiveness, has had his fair share of ups and downs a little more than half way into the year. From suffering and alleged overdose while streaming in Miami to appearing in court for illegally discharging a firearm in the Florida Everglades, it's safe to say Clavicular has grabbed his fair share of headlines heading into the dog days of summer. LOOKSMAXXER CLAVICULAR GETS BRUTALLY FRAMEMOGGED BY UNLIKELY SOURCE DURING COURT APPEARANCE The man formerly known as Braden Eric Peters has apparently gotten bored with looksmaxxing (at least in the United States) and is looking to take his talents to the global stage, announcing that he will now be "geomaxxing." I'll be honest with you, it's not a bad strategy. Back in the day, if the bar you were hanging out in wasn't producing any attention from the ladies, logic would suggest you would just hoof it to the next bar. AI IS CHANGING MODERN DATING, BUT EXPERTS WARN IT'S MAKING PEOPLE 'RELATIONALLY STUPID' There was no fancy "-maxxing" word for it, I think they just called it "bar hopping." Now, it looks like Clavicular will be going global, citing an oversaturation of the dating market. I'm married, so I can't speak on what the dating market looks like in 2026, but I'd imagine a tall, good looking internet famous guy like Braden here would absolutely be killing it with the ladies. 'TANMAXXING' TREND COULD COME AT A DANGEROUS COST, SKIN CANCER EXPERTS WARN I had no idea it was so bad out there. Seriously, this might be a harbinger of things to come. If a guy who has literally dedicated his life to looking as good as possible can't find love in America, what chance do the rest of us have? It might be time to update those passports, gentlemen, and start looking for countries with a solid male-to-female ratio. Good luck on the geomaxxing, Clavy! As always, I'll be rooting for you. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cfcba12eaf174af7b8a2 Florida school principals face DUI charges after police traffic stops just hours apart te 2026-07-15T18:22:03.952Z Florida school principals face DUI charges after police traffic stops just hours apart Two Florida school principals landed in the back of police cars after a Fourth of July night out, with bodycam video showing both women arrested on DUI charges in separate incidents tied to the same car. Bodycam video released by officials shows Jennifer Jimenez, 41, and Christina Alcalde, 45, each being taken into custody in separate traffic stops involving the same white Jeep SUV. In bodycam video released by the Clermont, Florida Police Department, authorities are seen pulling over the pair of principals. "Ms. Jennifer, you consumed any alcohol today cause I can smell it," the officer is heard saying. "Yes, I have," Jimenez replied. JETS QUARTERBACK GENO SMITH PULLED OVER IN FLORIDA, MARKING THIRD POLICE ENCOUNTER THIS OFFSEASON According to a Clermont Police Department probable-cause affidavit obtained by Fox News affiliate WOFL-TV, Jimenez was behind the wheel with Alcalde in the passenger seat when an officer pulled them over around 2 a.m. on July 5 after seeing the Jeep drift in and out of its lane. The vehicle crossed into oncoming lanes multiple times and drove over a curb before the stop, authorities said. The officer reported smelling alcohol and said Jimenez "would blink really slow and had very slow and delayed reactions." FLORIDA INFLUENCER AND HUSBAND CHARGED AFTER DEPUTIES SAY THEY LEFT YOUNG CHILDREN ALONE WHILE DRINKING GET BREAKING NEWS ALERTS Jimenez was arrested on charges of of DUI and refusal to submit to DUI testing. Alcalde, who police said also appeared impaired during the first stop, was sent home in a rideshare while the Jeep was moved to a nearby parking lot instead of being towed. BRITNEY SPEARS STANDS THROUGH SUNROOF AT 45 MPH ON STUDIO CITY FREEWAY AFTER DUI CHARGE WAS DROPPED But around 5 a.m., less than three hours later, the Lake County Sheriff's Office was notified that Alcalde may have been behind the wheel again. According to the arrest report, the vehicle drifted in its lane and braked repeatedly before an intersection. GOT A TIP? CLICK HERE FOR MORE U.S. NEWS Bodycam video shows Alcalde telling the officer she was "way better" and was worried about Jimenez, who had been arrested earlier. "I’m not meaning to do anything wrong. I'm way better," Alcalde told the deputy. "Well, look. I just talked to you," he replied. "You were really drunk when I talked to you." "I know. I know. But I’m not now," she said. "It's a couple hours later," the deputy said. "I understand. I’m really not," Alcalde said. "I promise you I’m not." SEND US A TIP Alcalde was also arrested on DUI-related charges after field sobriety exercises, police said. FOLLOW US ON X Both principals were booked into the Lake County Jail on DUI and refusal-to-submit charges, with bonds set at $2,000 each. Alcalde reportedly identified her place of work as Pinecrest Lakes Academy, where she is listed as its principal, WESH 2 reports. Jimenez is principal at Pinecrest Academy Tavares, the Orlando Sentinel reports. Fox News Digital has reached out to Pinecrest Lakes Academy and Pinecrest Academy Tavares for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cf7aa12eaf174af7b881 Julia Gath: Statement source te 2026-07-15T18:20:42.038Z Julia Gath: Statement source Editor: There was a letter in the paper from Mr. Scott Gay that was published on July 12 that claimed that "Democrats" have made a statement that "America deserved 9/11". I don't know where he heard this or read it,… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cdc2a12eaf174af7b83f Three teen girls arrested in New Jersey for allegedly throwing acid on six women in drive-by attack te 2026-07-15T18:13:22.222Z Three teen girls arrested in New Jersey for allegedly throwing acid on six women in drive-by attack Three teenage girls were arrested in Jersey City last month after they allegedly threw acid on a group of six women, a spokesperson for the city recently revealed. On June 15, six women were near Wilkinson Avenue when "individuals approached and threw what is believed to be sulfuric acid at them," Jersey City Department of Public Safety spokesperson Kim Wallace Scalcione said in a statement obtained by Fox News Digital. Scalcione todl Fox News Digital that three female suspects — aged 13, 14 and 15 — were arrested in connection with the attack on June 16 and 17. "All six victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries that included skin burns and peeling," Scalcione said. GEORGIA MOM FIGHTING FOR LIFE AFTER ACID ATTACK AMBUSH AS FBI, POLICE SEARCH FOR ASSAILANT Three of the victims were teenagers, and one of them, a 21-year-old woman, had to be transported to a hospital burn unit to be treated for second-degree burns to her face and scalp, Scalcione said. The girls who were arrested each face charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon/bodily injury, illegal weapons possession, risking injury and conspiracy. Scalcione said the incident "appears to have been targeted and may have stemmed from an earlier dispute among a large group." The suspects' identities have not been released. Officials told NBC New York that the women targeted were in their car when the teens drove by on a moped and threw sulfuric acid on them. QUEENS MAN ARRESTED WITH MOLOTOV COCKTAILS AFTER ALLEGED ARSON ATTACKS ON OZONE PARK AND WOODHAVEN CHURCHES According to the National Library of Medicine, sulfuric acid is a corrosive chemical that can cause "severe burns and tissue damage when it comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes." The acid attack in Jersey comes after a 31-year-old man was arrested in Brooklyn for allegedly orchestrating a similar assault on his ex-girlfriend. Shaquille Coke, 31, pleaded not guilty at his March 24 arraignment in Nassau County court on charges including first-degree assault in connection with the 2021 attack on a 21-year-old woman outside her Elmont home. The substance Coke's alleged accomplice threw at the victim was later determined to be 70% sulfuric acid, prosecutors said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cdaea12eaf174af7b82d Who is Andy Burnham? The Trump critic set to become the UK's next prime minister te 2026-07-15T18:13:02.769Z Who is Andy Burnham? The Trump critic set to become the UK's next prime minister Andy Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor who has frequently criticized President Donald Trump, is poised to become the United Kingdom's next prime minister after emerging as the only candidate to replace outgoing Labour leader Keir Starmer. Burnham, 56, received nominations from 322 of Labour’s 403 Members of Parliament on the first day of the leadership process, far surpassing the 81 required to enter the contest and leaving potential rivals with virtually no path to qualify. He is expected to be formally confirmed as Labour leader Friday and appointed prime minister by King Charles III on Monday, July 20, following Starmer’s resignation. Britain’s parliamentary system allows the governing party to replace its leader — and therefore the prime minister — without holding a national election. The next nationwide election does not have to be held until 2029. KEIR STARMER REPORTEDLY CONSIDERING STEPPING DOWN AS PM AND COULD ANNOUNCE TIMETABLE FOR DEPARTURE Burnham’s rapid path to Downing Street is drawing criticism from political opponents and foreign-policy analysts who say he has not faced the scrutiny that would normally accompany either a competitive party leadership race or a general-election campaign. "Andy Burnham is the least scrutinized incoming U.K. Prime Minister of recent times," Alan Mendoza, executive director of the London-based Henry Jackson Society, told Fox News Digital. "He has faced neither a general election nor an internal party leadership debate in order to establish his positions for wider consumption," Mendoza said. "He wasn’t even a candidate at the last General Election." Burnham did, however, win 54.8% of the vote in June’s Makerfield parliamentary by-election, defeating Reform UK’s candidate and returning to the House of Commons after nearly a decade away. Before returning to Parliament, he had been directly elected mayor of Greater Manchester three times. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage argued in a previous interview with Fox News Digital that Burnham should seek a new national mandate. "The public are tired of the game of musical chairs that’s been taking place in 10 Downing Street over the last decade," Farage said. NIGEL FARAGE RESIGNING FROM UK PARLIAMENT "Mr. Burnham will come in, he will have no mandate," he added. "I don’t even know what his policies are. Literally, I don’t. So I think for all of those reasons, there ought to be a general election and a fresh mandate." Farage made the comments before resigning his parliamentary seat this month to trigger an Aug. 13 by-election in Clacton, where he plans to run again. Farage said he wanted voters to judge him amid parliamentary scrutiny over allegations involving gifts from wealthy supporters. He has denied wrongdoing. Police are separately investigating donations made to Reform UK, but no arrests have been announced. Burnham grew up in north-west England between Liverpool and Manchester. The son of a British Telecom engineer and a receptionist, he joined the Labour Party as a teenager, studied at Cambridge University and was first elected to Parliament in 2001, according to The Associated Press. He rose through Labour’s ranks during the governments of Tony Blair and Gordon Brown and served in several senior positions, including as culture secretary and health secretary. Burnham ran unsuccessfully for the Labour leadership in 2010 and again in 2015. He left Parliament in 2017 after winning election as mayor of Greater Manchester, a regional position he used to build a national political profile. As mayor, Burnham promoted greater regional control over transportation and public services. His administration brought Greater Manchester’s fragmented bus system under public control as part of the Bee Network, a regional transportation project that became one of his signature achievements. He also became closely associated with the campaign for accountability over the 1989 Hillsborough stadium disaster, in which 97 Liverpool soccer fans were killed. Burnham supported victims’ families in their long-running effort to expose police failures and rebut false accusations originally directed at supporters. MEET 'COUNT BINFACE,' THE TRASH CAN-CLAD COMEDIAN CHALLENGING NIGEL FARAGE Burnham has repeatedly criticized President Donald Trump, accusing him of contributing to global instability while warning that Britain risks importing the polarization of American politics. In a 2025 interview with The London Economic, Burnham compared Trump’s return to office to the turmoil caused in Britain by former Prime Minister Liz Truss.  "The instability that Liz Truss brought to Britain, I think Trump is bringing to the U.S. and the world," Burnham said, in the interview. He also described several of Trump’s decisions, including his approach to the Russia-Ukraine war, as "out of order." Burnham’s criticism of Trump dates back to the president’s first election in 2016. After Trump’s victory, Burnham described some of his rhetoric as "deeply troubling," but argued that politicians on the left should examine why working-class voters had turned to him rather than simply blaming the electorate. "We have to look closer to home," Burnham said, according to The Guardian. His language became sharper following the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. As the attack unfolded, Burnham wrote on X that "any UK politician who gave Trump the time of day should be ashamed right now". More recently, during his Makerfield parliamentary campaign, Burnham warned that Britain was moving toward "the politics of the United States of America," which he described as "a polarized, poisonous politics where people in communities don’t work together anymore." KING CHARLES FOLLOWS QUEEN ELIZABETH'S PLAYBOOK WITH A TWIST DURING TRUMP STATE VISIT: EXPERT Despite those attacks, Burnham has stopped short of advocating a rupture with Washington. According to TIME, he supported Starmer’s effort to maintain a working relationship with Trump, while arguing that Britain must be prepared to disagree with the United States. "Obviously, the relationship is important to the U.K., but not to the point where we just go along with anything they say," Burnham said.  Trump has already responded dismissively to the likely incoming British leader. Asked in June what he knew about Burnham, Trump said, "I don’t know, I think I see that he was, I guess, the mayor of a town." Trump added that he had heard Burnham was "extremely liberal" and suggested that he would oppose expanded North Sea oil drilling, before declaring that "the UK is dying," according ton Reuters. Burnham is generally regarded as being to the left of Starmer. He has said he wants to take what he calls "Manchesterism" nationwide, describing an approach that places "people and place before party" and transfers greater attention and authority from London to regions that have historically received less investment. He has emphasized infrastructure, housing, transportation and regional economic development, while arguing against what he calls "trickle-down economics." The Associated Press reported that his priorities have also included vocational education, youth employment, lower energy bills and cheaper rail travel. Mendoza said that Burnham’s past positions and recent statements suggest he would move the British government further to the left. "What we can be certain of is that he will be looking to impose a fairly radical left-wing agenda for the country based on his past beliefs and recent pronouncements," Mendoza said. "In no particular order, these include introduction of wealth taxes, changes to the electoral system, a vast expansion of social housing and attacks on hitherto allies of the U.K. like Israel." FROM LONDON SYNAGOGUES TO NEW YORK PRESCHOOLS — ANTISEMITIC ATTACKS ESCALATING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC Burnham has sought to counter concerns about his limited recent national-security experience. He has pledged continuity in Britain’s commitments to NATO, its nuclear deterrent, the United States and Ukraine, according to the Associated Press. He has also called for Britain to rebuild its military capabilities and domestic defense industry in response to what he described as an increasingly dangerous international environment. On the war in Gaza, Burnham has criticized Labour’s earlier response and argued that the party was too slow to call for a ceasefire. The Associated Press reported that he has raised the possibility of additional sanctions and trade restrictions involving goods linked to Israeli settlements. Burnham has also condemned Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack against Israel. Burnham has not served in Britain’s national government since 2010 and spent almost a decade outside Parliament, meaning his record is far more developed on domestic and regional policy than on current foreign-policy and national-security questions. Burnham would not be required to call an immediate general election. Labour won a large parliamentary majority under Starmer in July 2024, allowing the party to remain in power until 2029 unless Burnham decides to seek an earlier mandate. Mendoza predicted that Burnham could attempt to capitalize on the momentum surrounding his arrival at Downing Street. "As he is never likelier to be more popular than on day one of his Premiership, we should also be on the watch for his calling of an early General Election in order to capitalize on this unique moment," Mendoza said. Burnham would inherit an economy facing weak growth, pressure on public finances, strained health and welfare services and continuing concern over the cost of living. He would also become Britain’s seventh prime minister in just over a decade, reflecting the rapid political turnover at Downing Street since the country’s 2016 vote to leave the European Union. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cd9ba12eaf174af7b824 DOJ weighs civil rights probe into Fort Worth police over alleged First Amendment violations te 2026-07-15T18:12:43.311Z DOJ weighs civil rights probe into Fort Worth police over alleged First Amendment violations The Justice Department is seeking information from the City of Fort Worth to determine whether to launch a civil rights investigation into the Fort Worth Police Department after publicly posted videos appeared to show officers restricting Christian street preachers' speech based on its content. A Monday letter from Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Harmeet Dhillon asked Fort Worth City Attorney Hon. Leann D. Guzman to help them determine if they should investigate the Texas city's police department after videos showed officers potentially violating people’s First Amendment rights. "The Civil Rights Division (Division) is committed to ensuring that all Americans—regardless of the content or viewpoint of their speech—are protected from unlawful restrictions on expressive activity," Dhillon wrote. "Government actors may not engage in viewpoint discrimination or restrict peaceful expressive conduct simply because the speech may be unpopular, offensive, or controversial. The Supreme Court long has held that the First Amendment prohibits government discrimination against speech based on its message, including discrimination tied to the specific motivating ideology or the opinion or perspective of the speaker." ARKANSAS TAKES HOME TOP RANKING FOR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AFTER GOV SANDERS EXPANDS KEY PROTECTIONS In a statement to Fox News Digital last week, the Fort Worth Police Department acknowledged that an officer made "certain statements that were not accurate" during a viral encounter last month with a Christian street preacher outside a Pride festival, while maintaining that the citation he received stemmed from the use of a bullhorn that allegedly violated the city's noise ordinance, not the content of the preacher's speech. Officers responded to a June 27 incident at Trinity Pride Fest after nearby business owners complained that the amplified sound disrupted their operations and drove away customers. Rich Penkoski, a Christian street preacher, was on hand to speak in protest of the festival. FAR-LEFT HOUSE CANDIDATE RIPPED FOR 'DISGUSTING' VOTE ON MISGENDERING BILL: 'DISQUALIFYING' Penkoski said in a video posted on X on July 8: "Fort Worth Police officer says calling a biological male a male is a gray area that could be citable at some point and then says he can't do anything about half naked men running around children at pride." In the video, a male Fort Worth police officer said calling a biological male a "sir" is a "gray area" and that he would potentially ticket people for "offensive" language. Penkoski, along with fellow preacher David Grisham, appeared in another July 8 video he reposted on X from Libs of TikTok where a female officer said, "If someone is offended by your talking, then we have a problem." "You're going to ticket us for 'offensive' speech?" a man asked the female officer in the video. INSIDE TRUMP'S UNPRECEDENTED BATTLE PLAN TO EXPAND SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS THROUGH JUSTICE DEPARTMENT "Yes, absolutely," the female cop responded, saying it was called disorderly conduct. "The biggest issue I think that I have is just the conversations and the way that we were describing what is lawful, what is not lawful," Fort Worth Police Chief Eddie Garcia told WFAA about the incident, later adding, "When we're right, we're right. And when we're wrong, we're wrong. And there certainly was a better way to have that communication, and we were wrong in the manner of which we communicated that. Certainly, we're going to take accountability for it." Garcia said the department is undergoing First Amendment rights training. The DOJ gave the city 30 days to provide records that will help determine whether further action is warranted, including the police department's First Amendment policies, training materials, records of citizen complaints alleging violations of protected speech since 2015, documents related to enforcement of the Grisham consent decree, and any additional information showing how the department intends to protect constitutionally protected expression. "The Division takes First Amendment compliance seriously and remains steadfast in its responsibility to protect individuals exercising their constitutional rights. We look forward to your response and your cooperation in this matter," Dhillon wrote. Fox News Digital reached out to Dhillon for comment, and she referred to her Tuesday X post where she included a copy of the letter and wrote, "Government actors cannot discriminate against viewpoints or restrict peaceful free speech just because it may be offensive to some. Under this administration, the @CivilRights Division will defend free speech, as protected by the Constitution." In a statement to Fox News Digital, Penkoski said, "First and foremost, we want to thank the Assistant Attorney General for making this inquiry. We know that under previous administrations, this would have been completely ignored. While various special interest groups claim this administration is targeting their rights, the exact opposite is true—it is Christians whose constitutional rights are actively being stripped away on the ground." ​Penkoski continued, "But we also have to look in the mirror. The vacuum that Christians have created is being filled by everyone else because we decided to keep the gospel indoors while the world burns around us. The Church and Christians are supposed to be the ones that restrain evil, but instead, we have allowed evil to restrain Christians and conservatives. This incident is a massive wake-up call. It is time for believers to stop retreating, stand up, and start aggressively exercising the rights we have before they are gone completely." He added, "It seems that AAG Dhillon is the only person in the entire federal government who understands why our government even exists. Sad. But, promising." Fox News Digital reached out to the Fort Worth Police Department and Guzman for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cd87a12eaf174af7b81b Pro wrestling star Shotzi Blackheart wants to go up against CMLL champion 'so badly' te 2026-07-15T18:12:23.862Z Pro wrestling star Shotzi Blackheart wants to go up against CMLL champion 'so badly' Major League Wrestling’s (MLW) alliances with other promotions around the world allow the opportunity for some star-studded matches and it’s already been seen. Shotzi Blackheart recently defended the MLW Women’s World Championship against Kira, of Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), on the latest episode of "Fusion." She could also have the chance to go up against anyone from the Stardom roster. The possibilities are seemingly endless. COMPLETE PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE ON FOX NEWS DIGITAL However, there’s one singles match she’s hoping to get a shot at. And that’s against CMLL world women’s champion Persephone. The two locked horns in a fatal four-way match in April but Shotzi is hoping that she gets another opportunity. "Oh my god. I touched her a teeny, little bit during Mania week," she recalled to Fox News Digital. "I had a four-way (match) with her and I can already tell you we have chemistry. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I want a one-on-one against her so badly. She is so strong. so fierce. She's intense. She is just so intense. I got like a little taste of her, but I need a one-on-one." Persephone has been the CMLL world women’s champion since March when she dethroned Mercedes Moné. She’s often been seen on All Elite Wrestling (AEW) programming as the company also has a partnership with CMLL For now, Shotzi will turn her attention to MLW’s Skyscrapers – Donovan Dijak and Josh Bishop. She will be in the corner of Mads Krule Krugger and The Good Brothers – Karl Anderson and Doc Gallows – as they go up against the tag team champions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cd33a12eaf174af7b7e4 Inside Ode with Anthropic, the startup betting AI services are the future of enterprise te 2026-07-15T18:10:59.376Z Inside Ode with Anthropic, the startup betting AI services are the future of enterprise Can a handful of engineers really do the work of an army of consultants? That’s the bet behind Ode with Anthropic — the joint venture dedicated to embedding forward-deployed engineers in enterprise firms, backed by Anthropic, Blackstone, Hellman & Friedman, Goldman Sachs and others.   On this episod Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cd1fa12eaf174af7b7d4 Thinking Machines amps up its bet against one-size-fits-all AI with its first open model, Inkling te 2026-07-15T18:10:39.918Z Thinking Machines amps up its bet against one-size-fits-all AI with its first open model, Inkling It's the company's first public proof point after a year and a half spent building AI infrastructure largely out of public view. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cd0ca12eaf174af7b7cb SpaceX slips below its $135 IPO price ahead of Starship launch te 2026-07-15T18:10:20.473Z SpaceX slips below its $135 IPO price ahead of Starship launch The stock has steadily fallen from the euphoric post-IPO high, showing that markets may be sobering up to the promises CEO Elon Musk made before and after SpaceX went public. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cb31a12eaf174af7b7be Slain American mother Jamey Carney remembered as 'ray of sunshine' at Ireland funeral te 2026-07-15T18:02:25.219Z Slain American mother Jamey Carney remembered as 'ray of sunshine' at Ireland funeral American mother Jamey Carney was remembered at her funeral as a devoted parent who had built a happy life in Ireland before her life was violently cut short. Carney, 43, a New York native who moved to Ireland in 2021 with her teenage daughter, was violently beaten and suffocated in her home in Killarney, County Kerry, last week. A Jordanian failed asylum seeker who was living in Ireland and was romantically involved with Carney was arrested in relation to the case in his home country after fleeing Ireland via Istanbul after her death, according to Irish media. Mourners gathered at St. Mary's Cathedral in Killarney to pay their final respects during a service celebrating Carney's life. The service was livestreamed, allowing friends and family around the world to join in mourning before a private cremation. AMERICAN MOTHER MURDERED IN IRISH TOURIST TOWN AS INTERNATIONAL MANHUNT TARGETS ALLEGED ASYLUM SEEKER "Today we don't dwell on Jamey's death, but we dwell on her life," Fr. Kieran O'Brien told mourners. During the service, O'Brien reflected on Carney's life growing up in New York alongside her sister, Devon, before recalling her "big decision" to move to Killarney—a choice he described as "the best decision of her life." He said she and her daughter, Michaela, had found a place they proudly called home, with Michaela settling into school and becoming actively involved in Irish sports. The priest described Carney as a woman whose "joy radiated" from her, saying she had built a close circle of friends after moving to Killarney and found happiness in simple things. He recalled her love of country music, travel, shopping, going to concerts and spending time with friends. "She was happy in life and she was happy with life because life was good to her," he said. "But her real love in life was you, Michaela," he added, addressing Carney's daughter. "We thank God for Jamey's life, remembering at all times her joy, and the ray of sunshine that she brought to all of your lives," he added. Family members carried a series of personal items to the altar celebrating Carney's life, including photographs of her daughter, Michaela, and her dog, Penny. A cowboy hat symbolizing her love of country music, the passports she and Michaela used to start their new life together in Ireland and an angel statue were also brought forward. A framed photograph of Carney rested atop her coffin, which was positioned before the altar and draped in a white pall. As Carney's coffin departed St. Mary's Cathedral following the funeral mass, young members of Dr. Crokes GAA Club formed a guard of honor outside the church. Carney's grieving sister, Devon, wearing a Kerry GAA jersey and clutching a sunflower, was distraught as family members gathered around the hearse. The service centered on celebrating Carney's life, her family and the community she built in Ireland rather than the disturbing circumstances surrounding her death and subsequent murder investigation. Detectives believe Carney was killed around 11 p.m. Monday, roughly 14 hours before her 13-year-old daughter discovered her body at about 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. By then, the man had traveled roughly 200 miles by bus to Dublin Airport and boarded a flight to Istanbul, according to the Irish Independent. Irish police have yet to publicly identify the person they want to question in the investigation or release his name, photograph or any physical description. Irish police confirmed to Fox News Digital they were aware "of the arrest of a male in Jordan by the Jordanian authorities," but did not identify the man or confirm he was the person of interest in the investigation. Police also confirmed they "have not made any request to the Jordanian authorities for the arrest of any person at this time." WATCH: Person of interest detained in murder of US mom in Ireland MIGRANT WHO FLED IRELAND AFTER AMERICAN MOTHER'S MURDER IS ARRESTED IN JORDAN Irish media have widely identified the man as the person of interest in the investigation, though Irish police have not publicly confirmed his identity. Ireland does not have an extradition treaty with Jordan, where the man is being detained, according to the Irish Independent. Fox News Digital asked Irish police and Ireland's Department of Justice to confirm reports that the man had previously been refused asylum while appealing that decision. Neither agency confirmed the reports. The man had been living in state-run accommodation for asylum seekers in Killarney before spending increasing amounts of time at Carney's home after they became romantically involved, according to the Irish Mirror. He first arrived in the United Kingdom before traveling through Northern Ireland and eventually settling in County Kerry, according to the Irish Mirror. His social media accounts contain posts from the United Kingdom and Turkey in recent years. Meanwhile, the FBI told Fox News Digital it stands ready to assist Irish authorities if requested. "Through our Legal Attaché in London, we have strong, established relationships and stand ready to assist in any way that the Irish government may request," the FBI said in a statement. The State Department told Fox News Digital it is providing consular assistance to the family. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cb1da12eaf174af7b7a1 Todd Blanche says 'no closed investigations' in Epstein case, vows DOJ will pursue new suspects te 2026-07-15T18:02:05.248Z Todd Blanche says 'no closed investigations' in Epstein case, vows DOJ will pursue new suspects Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche pushed back Wednesday against claims that the Justice Department has closed the book on Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, insisting prosecutors remain prepared to pursue anyone who can be criminally linked to the late financier's sex-trafficking operation if new evidence emerges. "There are no closed investigations," he said. "If we learn today, if we learn next week, if we learn next month that there's an individual that we can investigate, indict and prosecute out of the Epstein files, you better believe it, we will." Blanche's comments came during his Senate confirmation hearing amid continued scrutiny of the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein files. The Justice Department, then led by Attorney General Pam Bondi, and the FBI concluded a review in July 2025 that found no evidence of a so-called "client list" belonging to Epstein and no basis for further public disclosures. The findings sparked renewed calls — including from some of President Donald Trump's supporters — for the full release of the remaining Epstein files, a process Blanche later oversaw and defended amid mounting criticism. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' Blanche drew a distinction between the department's completed review of the existing Epstein files and its authority to pursue new criminal cases. While the prosecutions of Epstein, who died in federal custody in 2019, and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell have concluded, Blanche said the Justice Department remains willing to investigate and prosecute any additional individuals if credible evidence warrants it. He also rejected suggestions that the department has neglected Epstein's victims, saying DOJ officials have met with representatives of more than 30 victims since the review began and would continue speaking with anyone who comes forward. MELANIA TRUMP’S EPSTEIN REMARKS TURN UP THE HEAT ON DOJ, ACTING AG TODD BLANCHE TO DO MORE "We will never not talk to victims," Blanche said. "We will never not do everything we can to prosecute anybody that committed any crimes against any of these women." He encouraged any victims or their attorneys with additional information to contact the FBI, reiterating that the department would "100%" investigate any new evidence that could support criminal charges. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cb09a12eaf174af7b798 Jack Smith thrust back into spotlight at Blanche hearing over exposed senators’ messages te 2026-07-15T18:01:45.793Z Jack Smith thrust back into spotlight at Blanche hearing over exposed senators’ messages Former special counsel Jack Smith was thrust back into the spotlight Wednesday during Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing, as Sen. John Kennedy pressed the Justice Department over newly revealed allegations related to the Biden-era special counsel's review of lawmakers' text messages.  "Would you check for me first if [Smith] read my emails and … number two, how he got them. And number three … what emails did he get of Senator Grassley and I mean … what were they limited to, if at all," asked Kennedy, referring to Smith’s prior investigation into President Donald Trump that allegedly swept up text messages from 44 members of Congress.  "Did he get emails from Senator Grassley talking about his corn harvest and, and all that? And who did he share them with? Do you know if Mr. Smith shared my emails with Attorney General Garland," he continued. BIDEN SPECIAL COUNSEL’S 'RUNAWAY TRAIN’ SCOOPED UP SENSITIVE LAWMAKER INFO: 'ABUSE OF POWER' Kennedy was referring to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, announcing Tuesday that records provided to the committee showed Smith’s team obtained and reviewed text messages involving 44 current and former lawmakers as part of the Trump election probe. Kennedy was not among the list of 44 lawmakers released by Grassley's office.  Operation Arctic Frost, the Biden-era FBI probe that Grassley says formed the basis of Smith’s election case against Trump, initially examined the alleged false electors scheme following the 2020 election. Grassley and other Republicans have been investigating whether the probe reflected improper weaponization of federal law enforcement against Trump and his allies. Blanche confirmed to Kennedy that the DOJ is investigating. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' Kennedy asked Blanche how DOJ officials could get ahold of messages without probable cause. "There are checks in place that should make it extraordinarily difficult for a prosecutor to, collect and review a senator's emails or a congressman's emails or a lawyer's emails or other folks that have privileged protections associated with their communications," said Blanche. "Those checks and balances should always be used." Grassley’s office said in the press release that Smith’s investigative team bypassed an internal filter review process meant to keep privileged materials from being swept into a criminal prosecution. "Bypassing a Filter Team evades consideration of additional privileges, such as attorney-client privilege," stated the release. The records were provided by the Trump Justice Department in a full-scale probe of Operation Arctic Frost. Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri also addressed critics, claiming Trump’s DOJ is the "most troubled" justice department in history pointing to weaponization of Biden DOJ's investigation. DEMOCRAT POLITICOS RERUN UNDERHANDED LEFTIST PLAYBOOK IN EFFORT TO TORPEDO TRUMP’S AG NOMINEE "We lived through Jack Smith, and the chairman has just revealed new revelations, of course, that he was reading text messages," said Schmitt. "By the way, Jack Smith testified under oath he didn't do that. He testified that they just had the phone logs. We know that's not true." "Now, Jack Smith should be subject to prosecution for lying to Congress. So this weaponization, let's draw a distinction. When you go after your political opponents, that is a weaponization," he added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57cab5a12eaf174af7b74d Phone maker OnePlus reportedly plans to wind down US and Europe operations te 2026-07-15T18:00:21.352Z Phone maker OnePlus reportedly plans to wind down US and Europe operations OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c8afa12eaf174af7b707 'The Dog Stars' trailer shows Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin surviving post-apocalyptic world te 2026-07-15T17:51:43.364Z 'The Dog Stars' trailer shows Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin surviving post-apocalyptic world A new trailer has dropped for the upcoming movie "The Dog Stars." Basic info: BONE-CHILLING PREVIEW RELEASED FOR STEVEN SPIELBERG'S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED UFO MOVIE 'DISCLOSURE DAY' There has been some significant hype for "The Dog Stars" ever since the first preview was released. I've never read the book, and likely won't before the movie comes out. However, I know a fire trailer when I see one, and the new one for the post-apocalyptic thriller is absolutely outstanding. It's a shot of adrenaline to the soul, and it looks like the exact kind of movie made for guys who love action, suspense and high stakes in a world where civilization has collapsed. Check out the preview below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Seriously, how great does this film look? It has all the ingredients to be a successful film. Ridley Scott is a legendary director. "Black Hawk Down" remains arguably the best war movie ever made, and his list of accomplishments runs long. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK CULTURE COVERAGE The cast is also loaded with Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley. Three legit grade-A talents. What's not to love? I'm certainly excited, and will be adding it to my list of movies to see. You can check out "The Dog Stars" in theaters starting Aug. 28. Let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c89ba12eaf174af7b6fe Robert Irwin invites Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to wrangle crocodiles for their honeymoon te 2026-07-15T17:51:23.915Z Robert Irwin invites Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to wrangle crocodiles for their honeymoon If Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce haven’t ironed out their honeymoon plans yet, Robert Irwin has an offer they can’t refuse. But they probably will. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK The Australian wildlife conservationist — and son of the late, great Steve Irwin — is inviting the newlyweds to spend their honeymoon at The Crocodile Hunter Lodge, a luxury resort located at his family’s Australia Zoo in Queensland. Swift and Kelce tied the knot July 3 at Madison Square Garden, reportedly choosing the enclosed arena because it offered the privacy and security required for what was seemingly the most heavily guarded and secretive wedding in the history of marriage. Irwin had previously offered to host the ceremony at Australia Zoo, which apparently holds quite a few weddings overlooking its African savanna section. TAYLOR SWIFT AND TRAVIS KELCE MAKE THEIR FIRST PUBLIC APPEARANCE SINCE THEIR MADISON SQUARE GARDEN WEDDING The couple passed. "Well, I mean it was between Australia Zoo and Madison Square Garden, you know, it’s a long flight, it’s alright, I don’t blame them," Irwin joked in a recent interview with Access Hollywood. But Irwin isn’t giving up that easily. "Honeymoon is on the table. I literally have a five-star luxury accommodation, The Crocodile Hunter Lodge, at Australia Zoo," he said. "I mean, you’ve got an infinity pool looking over a paddock full of kangaroos. If that doesn’t say honeymoon, I don’t know what does." The man makes a compelling argument. I took a peek at The Crocodile Hunter Lodge on Instagram. The place looks legitimately spectacular. And they don’t just have kangaroos. Guests also get to hang out with emus, koalas and (obviously) crocodiles. From a distance, presumably. The one-bedroom cabins reportedly start at $949 per night, while a two-bedroom option can run more than $4,000. That’s pretty steep for us normal people. But something tells me Taylor and Travis could swing it. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Irwin even decided to sweeten the deal by offering to teach Swift and Kelce "how to wrangle a crocodile." "They’d love it," he insisted. I wouldn’t count on it, Robert. But we have to admire the persistence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c642a12eaf174af7b671 NWS issues flood watch for Oak Creek Canyon, Pocket Fire burn scar te 2026-07-15T17:41:22.437Z NWS issues flood watch for Oak Creek Canyon, Pocket Fire burn scar Beginning at 11 a.m. Wednesday to 11 p.m., the watch warns that flash flooding is possible due to excessive rainfall in multiple areas, including the Pocket Fire burn scar, Sedona and the Village of Oak Creek. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c62ea12eaf174af7b667 ACLU sues Arizona over immigration enforcement law te 2026-07-15T17:41:02.479Z ACLU sues Arizona over immigration enforcement law One of the provisions of the ballot measure would make crossing the U.S.-Mexico border outside of a port of entry a state-level crime, and make state and local law enforcement officials responsible for arresting undocumented immigrants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c61aa12eaf174af7b65e FLL All-Star Roundup: Majors stay alive, 11s lose first game in extras te 2026-07-15T17:40:42.504Z FLL All-Star Roundup: Majors stay alive, 11s lose first game in extras Both the Flagstaff Little League 11s and 12s teams are in action Wednesday as the Arizona State Little League Tournament continues. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c605a12eaf174af7b63d Google’s biggest clean power project is 40 miles north of xAI’s unpermitted gas power plant te 2026-07-15T17:40:21.515Z Google’s biggest clean power project is 40 miles north of xAI’s unpermitted gas power plant Google's biggest solar and battery project stands in sharp contrast with xAI's nearby unpermitted power plant. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c43aa12eaf174af7b611 Practicing pole dancing in living room sounds like a good idea until you make it rain and flood your apartment te 2026-07-15T17:32:42.866Z Practicing pole dancing in living room sounds like a good idea until you make it rain and flood your apartment If you want to get better at something, you have to practice. It's how you develop skills, even those of the pole dancing variety. You're not going to hop on the pole and be elite without some effort. That's just not how it works, even the best of the best have to work at it. A Houston woman decided that she would work on her pole dancing skills from the comfort of her living room. What better place to get in some extra work? I can't think of any. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! She put up a pole, tossed on a tutorial video, started recording her practice session, and got to work. Then, out of nowhere, the pole slipped and struck a sprinkler head in the ceiling of her apartment. Asha Gilbert had accidentally made it rain inside of her apartment. The sprinkler poured water down from the ceiling and flooded her apartment. "I went into shock and was completely stunned," she said, reports FOX 26 Houston. "My main concern was for my dog." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK CULTURE COVERAGE The video shows her running out of the apartment as the water continued to rain down. She and the dog reportedly made it out before the fire department arrived on the scene. It's a good time to remind everyone that there are risks associated with pole dancing. One of those risks if you're on a pole you've installed in your own living room is slippage. Before you hit the pole with everything you have, you should really double-check that the pole itself is ready for action. You don’t want to rip a sprinkler head out of your ceiling or have the pole carelessly toss you to the ground. Neither of those outcomes will help you become better on the pole and that's why you have the tutorial video on and the pole installed in the living room in the first place. Be careful out there as you work on those pole dancing skills in the comfort of your own living room and, by all means, don't let a little setback keep you from improving your skills. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c427a12eaf174af7b608 Powerful LGBTQ+ group's endorsements could tank vulnerable Dems over radical youth trans agenda te 2026-07-15T17:32:23.415Z Powerful LGBTQ+ group's endorsements could tank vulnerable Dems over radical youth trans agenda Endorsements from the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), a pro-LGBTQ+ advocacy group, are raising questions about whether the candidates they’ve endorsed hold the same beliefs as the organization — stances that could fly in the face of attempts to paint a moderate image. The endorsements highlight the struggle candidates face to manage their associations — especially on topics and in areas that may draw controversy. Among their stances, HRC has a few that put it solidly in the progressive camp. TALARICO CAMPAIGNS WITH SURGEON WHO OPERATED ON TRANSGENDER MINORS: ‘WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING’ The organization has supported gender-affirming care for minors in the form of puberty blockers and hormone therapy. It has also opposed state restrictions on their implementation and has promoted elementary school lessons on gender identity, resisted efforts to restrict Critical Race Theory and promoted removing police from schools. "Our goal is to ensure that all LGBTQ+ people, and particularly those of us who are trans, people of color and HIV+, are treated as full and equal citizens within our movement, across our country and around the world," the organization states on its website. The organization has advocated fiercely against virtually all LGBTQ+ restrictions. In one such case, after the Supreme Court ruled that parents had a right to pull their children out of LGBTQ+ classes and lessons, HRC blasted the decision. "This decision elevates the religious beliefs of some parents, who believe that being LGBTQ+ is wrong, over any acknowledgement in the classroom that LGBTQ+ young people and their families exist," the organization said in a statement. In 2026, the organization endorsed 11 Democratic newcomers and 18 incumbents in battleground districts. Among them, HRC has endorsed members like Rep. Josh Riley, D-N.Y., Derek Tran, D-Calif., and Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, — all of whom won their races by less than five points. WATCH: SURFACED VIDEOS OF DEM SENATE CANDIDATE BACKING 'DEFUND THE POLICE' CONTRADICT RECENT DENIALS Those members did not respond to requests for comment from Fox News Digital on whether they stood by HRC’s positions. Headed into the midterms, HRC framed their success as key to taking pressure off of the LGBTQ+ community from the Trump administration. "Our community is facing an all-out assault on our rights and its coming from a congressional majority bowing to Trump and his MAGA followers. They’re trying to strip away our freedoms and push us back into the closet while doing nothing to meet the urgent needs of the American people," the group’s president, Kelley Robinson, said in a statement. In the past, some of the candidates HRC has endorsed have framed their appreciation as a matter of shared interest in anti-discrimination. That was the way Rep. Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y., acknowledged their endorsement of him in a 2023 special election. "I am grateful for the support and endorsement of the Human Rights Campaign. This will be a tough race, and the support of HRC, which has been dedicated to anti-discrimination research, advocacy and education for more than 40 years, means a great deal to me," Suozzi said. FIRST ON FOX: PRESSURE MOUNTS ON YMCA TO DITCH TRANSGENDER POLICIES AFTER SUPREME COURT TITLE IX RULINGf HRC has renewed its endorsement of Suozzi in the 2026 midterms. The organization did not immediately respond to questions about what factors go into their endorsement process or whether they ask candidates for permission before publicly endorsing them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c412a12eaf174af7b5ef Trump presses ICE to continue traffic stops despite fatal shootings te 2026-07-15T17:32:02.929Z Trump presses ICE to continue traffic stops despite fatal shootings An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer's badge and weapon are seen during a vehicle checkpoint on Georgia Ave. in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 30, 2025. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump directed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to resume traffic stops Wednesday, reversing a one-day pause on the policy after officers killed two immigrants who were in their vehicles in Texas and Maine. In a post to social media, Trump called the practice of federal immigration officers conducting enforcement during traffic stops “one of I.C.E.’s most important and effective” tools.  The Trump administration’s aggressive deportation campaign has led to an uptick in people killed by immigration officers, including at traffic stops.   On Tuesday, the Department of Homeland Security ordered all federal immigration officers to pause vehicle-related enforcement after the killings of 52-year-old Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston on July 7 and 25-year-old Johan Sebastián in Biddeford, Maine, on Monday.  Both men were stopped in their vehicles when federal immigration officers shot and killed them. Neither was an initial target of immigration enforcement, DHS said. Monday’s shooting prompted a demand from Maine’s Republican Sen. Susan Collins, who is in the midst of a tight reelection race, for ICE to “cease all non-urgent vehicle stops.” Trump said Democrats wanted the pause on immigration enforcement at traffic stops. “The Radical Left Dumocrats would like to see this done, but it won’t happen on my watch,” he said. “I.C.E., be judicious, fair and smart, and go back and do your very important job.” The Department of Homeland Security did not respond to detailed questions about the president’s directive. White House spokespeople did not immediately respond to States Newsroom’s request for comment. Congress calls for action Monday’s shooting sparked calls for action among lawmakers, with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus advocating for dismantling of ICE and Maine’s congressional delegation pressing an independent watchdog to conduct an expedited investigation. “Given the gravity of the situation and the understandable anxiety within the Biddeford community, we urge you to prioritize this investigation,” the Maine delegation wrote to DHS’s Office of Inspector General.  “Timely and factual answers will be critical to providing closure for the grieving community and ensuring that federal law enforcement operations are conducted safely, lawfully, and in a manner that respects public safety.” Collins and independent Sen. Angus King also requested the Department of Justice collaborate with state and local law enforcement authorities to investigate the fatal shooting. International outrage Sebastián was a Colombian immigrant with legal work authorization. Salgado Araujo was a Mexican national who had been in the United States for decades and was the father of three U.S. citizen children. Both of their killings sparked outrage in their communities, as well as from the leaders of Mexico and Colombia. Colombian President Gustavo Petro called Sebastián’s death, “a murder of a Colombian, a Latin American, at the hands of the US government.” In a social media post written in Spanish, Petro said he expects to hear from Trump about the shooting.  “They killed him for believing him to be an inferior being without rights, and as a person, he had all the rights conferred on a human being simply for being born, and he was a citizen with rights in the US,” he said.  He added that “ICE is an organization that must be denounced on a worldwide scale.” Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced Monday that her government will file complaints to the Justice Department relating not only to Salgado Araujo’s death, but in states where Mexican nationals have died in U.S. federal detention centers or during immigration enforcement. “I don’t think this situation appears acceptable to anyone,” she said, according to the Texas Tribune. “This is an issue for all Mexicans.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c3d5a12eaf174af7b5e1 Fontes declines DOJ’s election help ahead of President Trump’s elections announcement te 2026-07-15T17:31:01.502Z Fontes declines DOJ’s election help ahead of President Trump’s elections announcement PHOENIX — The state’s chief election official has a message for the Department of Justice: We don’t need to be reminded to follow laws that ensure only citizens cast ballots in Arizona. “Arizona has a long history of adherence to voter registration requirements,” Adrian Fontes wrote Monday in a letter to William Mohrman, an attorney in the agency’s Civil Rights Division. “Indeed, Arizona has required those registering to vote to provide satisfactory evidence of United States citizenship for more than two decades.” This came a week after Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, who is Mohrman’s boss, sent a letter to Fontes threatening to prosecute election workers in Arizona who knowingly leave noncitizens on voter rolls or facilitate them receiving and casting ballots. Dhillon warned that federal law “obviously makes it unlawful for noncitizens to vote in federal elections.” “State election officers, including the chief election officer of the state, could be criminally prosecuted for aiding and abetting violations of various federal laws,” she wrote, such as allowing aliens to falsely and willfully represent themselves as citizens and to actually vote in federal races. Dhillon, in that July 7 letter, said her agency is willing to assist Arizona in complying with federal laws. And she asked him to respond to Mohrman, explaining how he would do that. Fontes, in his response, said there’s nothing to tell. “Arizona’s 15 counties will continue to carry out their duties under federal and state law to determine voter eligibility and maintain current and accurate voter registration lists,” he wrote. Fontes also said that if federal officials have any questions, they are free to review the 468-page state Elections Procedures Manual — he even sent a link — which he said includes step-by-step procedures for voter registration and list maintenance. Fontes also rebuffed offers of help from the Department of Justice. “It can trust my office and the highly trained and dedicated election officials in each of Arizona’s 15 counties to carry out our duties in accordance with the law and the oath we all have taken,” he wrote. President Donald Trump has reignited the issue of election security and integrity ahead of this year’s midterms. The president will deliver an address to the country on Thursday, during which the president promised to share “really, really big news” about elections. Fontes, who has engaged with — and won — various battles with the administration, said he will be watching and willing to comment. And he has not proven shy. “It is insulting to insinuate that the good people at our county recorders’ offices across the state are not doing their jobs correctly,” he said after receiving the letter from Dhillon last week, saying election officials will follow the law, “not directions that come from political rhetoric or intimidation.” Fontes most recently fought in federal court with the Trump administration and its efforts to take greater control of elections. Last month, U.S. District Court Judge Susan Brnovich tossed out the Department of Justice’s demand to access the unredacted records of Arizona’s nearly 5 million registered voters. The judge concluded that the federal agency was not entitled to anything that is not already public. More recently, another federal judge shut down a bid by the Trump administration to create a national voter registration database and then to instruct the U.S. Postal Service to deliver ballots only to those on the list. U.S. District Court Judge Emmet Sullivan said that would block access to voting simply because a state “declines or fails to certify a list.” All this comes against the backdrop of claims by Democracy Docket, founded by Democratic attorney Marc Elias, that Immigration and Customs Enforcement was planning to send agents to polling places this fall. Calli Jones, spokeswoman for Fontes, said that her office is monitoring but has heard nothing definite about such plans. The post Fontes declines DOJ’s election help ahead of President Trump’s elections announcement first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c3aea12eaf174af7b5cf Trump Endorses Mike Lindell, MyPillow Founder, for Minnesota Governor te 2026-07-15T17:30:22.071Z Trump Endorses Mike Lindell, MyPillow Founder, for Minnesota Governor He is a close ally of President Trump and has been a leading proponent of the election denial movement, which falsely claims that voting machines are often rigged. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c1f4a12eaf174af7b598 AOC offers rare praise to late Sen Graham for backing AI porn bill now stalled in House te 2026-07-15T17:23:00.351Z AOC offers rare praise to late Sen Graham for backing AI porn bill now stalled in House Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., praised the late Sen. Lindsey Graham for backing legislation that would allow victims of nonconsensual AI-generated deepfake pornography to file civil lawsuits. The DEFIANCE Act, a bill Ocasio-Cortez and Graham collaborated on, passed the Senate in January by unanimous consent with Paris Hilton previously speaking in support of it. Graham, who died Saturday after seemingly suffering an aortic tear, was typically a political foe of the Democratic Socialist. The two disagreed vehemently on foreign policy, with Graham supporting a strong U.S. military presence around the world and Ocasio-Cortez frequently advocating for cuts to the defense budget. KAGAN RECALLS LINDSEY GRAHAM'S VOTE THAT HELPED SEAL HER SUPREME COURT CONFIRMATION Nonetheless, she said Graham was "instrumental" in getting the DEFIANCE Act through the Senate. "Senator Graham and Senator Hawley as well were instrumental in securing bipartisan support for this legislation to protect kids, women, everyone from nonconsensual AI-developed porn," Ocasio-Cortez said in a brief interview with The Independent's Eric Michael Garcia outside the Capitol. She added that the House version, which is substantively the same as the Senate version, has yet to advance past the House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio. CHRIS HANSEN URGES PARENTS TO TEACH CHILDREN ABOUT ONLINE PREDATORS BEFORE ALLOWING INTERNET ACCESS "So when it comes to the House, I think we just gotta ask Jim Jordan," Ocasio-Cortez said. The legislative record shows that the DEFIANCE Act was referred to the House Judiciary Committee on May 21, 2025, the same day Ocasio-Cortez introduced the measure. Fox News Digital reached out to Jordan and Hawley's offices for comment. The bill, if passed, would allow victims who have been nonconsensually depicted in AI deepfake porn to file civil actions in federal district court. If a victim wins their case, a court could award punitive damages or other forms of relief, including a temporary restraining order or an injunction requiring the defendant to delete, destroy, or stop displaying or disclosing the material. The bill would allow victims to recover $150,000 in liquidated damages, or $250,000 if the conduct was connected to actual or attempted sexual assault, stalking or harassment, or directly caused such conduct. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c1e0a12eaf174af7b58f Senate faces 'come-to-Jesus' moment on Trump's election priority under GOP's new plan te 2026-07-15T17:22:40.899Z Senate faces 'come-to-Jesus' moment on Trump's election priority under GOP's new plan With November's midterm elections just months away, Republicans think they have found the key to passing President Donald Trump's long-stalled top election priority. The House on Wednesday unveiled a draft framework for a third shot at budget reconciliation, the party-line process that Republicans successfully used to ram through Trump’s "one big, beautiful bill" and a separate $72 billion package funding immigration enforcement for years to come. The latest $95 billion package is expected to focus on defense funding, farm assistance and the SAVE America Act. While specific details are still being negotiated, several sources familiar with Republicans’ planning told Fox News Digital that it won’t actually be the SAVE America Act tucked into the package. Instead, a $10 billion pot of money included in the budget blueprint released Wednesday is expected to incentivize states to adopt parts of the original SAVE America Act — first passed by the House earlier this year — to help cover implementation costs. DHS PLANS COSTLY CRACKDOWN ON STATES THAT DON’T COOPERATE ON ELECTION SECURITY Policies under consideration include grant funding to help states enforce voter ID requirements and encouraging states to add proof-of-citizenship requirements to REAL IDs, sources told Fox News Digital. The early deliberations come as pressure mounts from Trump and vocal proponents of the SAVE America Act, both within Congress and online, who are demanding the Senate do whatever it takes to pass the bill. Senate Republicans have struggled for months to get the stalled election measure across the finish line, which Trump has labeled his top legislative priority. "The pressure's gonna be on the Senate," Rep. Marlin Stutzman, R-Ind., a member of the House Budget Committee, told Fox News Digital. "Certain senators are gonna have to find a real come-to-Jesus moment to pass the strongest reconciliation package possible," he continued. The budget blueprint’s design could help overcome hurdles in the Senate, where the strict Byrd Rule governs what can survive in budget reconciliation. Senate Republicans have acknowledged that the SAVE America Act, as written, likely wouldn’t pass muster with the Senate parliamentarian, who wields an outsize role over the process. But adding in a grant-like component rather than shoehorning in the entire bill could be the difference maker in the upper chamber, the sources said. "If this provision is written the right way — tied to states that already have voter ID on the books, not a new federal enforcement — I believe it can survive reconciliation's rules," Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., and a member of the Senate Budget Committee, told Fox News Digital. "But I'm not satisfied with a Band-Aid. We need Democrats and every Republican to actually vote yes on voter ID, on proof of citizenship, and on real guardrails for mail-in ballots," he continued. "Kansans deserve election integrity, and I'm going to keep fighting until we get it done." TRUMP HOLDS WASHINGTON HOSTAGE OVER SAVE ACT AS MIDTERM CLOCK TICKS ON GOP CONTROL That grant program would allow states to opt in to adopting the SAVE America Act, which has so far failed to pass the upper chamber, where Democrats and a cohort of Republicans have blocked it. Meanwhile, the House Administration Committee, which has jurisdiction over federal election law, has been tasked with crafting the guardrails for the plan and has until Sept. 11 to get it done. The budget blueprint is the first step in the complex budget reconciliation process, which allows Republicans to steer around Democratic opposition and pass a forthcoming bill with only GOP votes. The framework faces an uphill battle in the House chamber, where various corners of the Republican conference have expressed skepticism. The House Budget Committee is expected to mark up the budget blueprint on Thursday, and GOP leaders are aiming to hold a chamber-wide floor vote by the end of next week. TRUMP LOSES KEY SENATE ALLY AS ELECTION INTEGRITY FIGHT ENTERS CRITICAL PHASE Asked about some Republicans calling the budget blueprint "dead on arrival," Johnson told Fox News, "We’ll get it done." Fox News' Tyler Olson contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c1cda12eaf174af7b586 The 154th Open Championship best bets: Outrights, placement bets, 'one-and-done' pick for Royal Birkdale te 2026-07-15T17:22:21.454Z The 154th Open Championship best bets: Outrights, placement bets, 'one-and-done' pick for Royal Birkdale The major season reaches its conclusion this week on the Southport coast as the world's best golfers head to Royal Birkdale for the 154th Open Championship. Marking its 11th time hosting golf's oldest major, Birkdale last welcomed the event in 2017 during Jordan Spieth’s wild, unforgettable ride to the Claret Jug. Links purists are in for a treat this week. Thanks to an uncharacteristic heatwave in the United Kingdom, the forecast features dry, sunny skies and highs climbing into the 80s. Expect the famously flat, dune-lined fairways to run firm, fast, and beautifully baked out, making accurate ball-striking absolutely vital. THE OPEN TEE TIMES PUT SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER, RORY MCILROY IN LOADED ROYAL BIRKDALE GROUPS Whether the light coastal breezes offer a true defense or players tear up the dry turf, predicting the Champion Golfer of the Year won't be easy. In fact, nothing has been easy for me when betting on the PGA Tour this season, as I'm getting absolutely crushed and -51 units (u). I.e., fade or follow at your own peril. For the record, I'm risking 2.41u on picks to win, profiting 20u if any of them cash, and 3u on my top-5/10/20 bets. With that in mind, here are my best bets, placement values, and "one-and-done" picks for Royal Birkdale. The following odds are based on my previous bets on the golfers listed below. Subject to change. 🇪🇸 Jon Rahm +2487 to win at Polymarket (0.8u) and Top-10 with ties +217 at Kalshi (0.75u) 🇺🇸 Scottie Scheffler Top-5 with ties at Kalshi (1u) 🇺🇸 Collin Morikawa +3471 to win (0.58u) at Polymarket and Top-5 with ties +684 at Kalshi (0.25u) 🇺🇸 Justin Thomas +7592 to win (0.26u) at Polymarket and Top-10 with ties +455 at Kalshi (0.25u) 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Robert MacIntyre +3500 to win (0.57u) and Top-20 with ties +150 (0.75u), both at DraftKings I’m not going to lie: Part of the reason I’m betting Rahm is that there’s a chance Spain beats the English in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final Sunday and it would be funny if Rahm, a Spaniard, won the British Open in England that same day. There is a lot more to it, which I’ll discuss in a second, but man, that would be hilarious. It would go down in England’s history books as the "Spanish Invasion" or probably more clever and British. Plus, my sharp golf picks have been terrible this season, so why not have a little fun? I’ve already parlayed Rahm winning The Open Championship with Spain to win the World Cup and England to be the World Cup runner-up at +13255 odds via FanDuel. I also parlayed Rahm winning the British Open and Spain winning the World Cup at +8930 odds. Regardless, it’s not like Rahm is a bad pick to win The Open. LIV GOLF'S END MAY BE IMMINENT AFTER REPORT SIGNALS SAUDI ARABIA IS PREPARING TO CUT OFF FUNDING He is one of the best golfers in the world, a two-time major champion, has won in Europe and on links courses, and doesn’t have a weak club in the bag. Besides a disappointing T38 at The Masters and a missed cut at the U.S. Open, Rahm has been awesome this year, with two wins on the LIV Tour and a T2 finish in the PGA Championship. Rahm has gained strokes ball-striking (driving and on approach) in the last four Open Championships and on the greens in the last three, according to DataGolf.com. His best British Open finishes are T11 in 2019, T3 in 2021, T2 in 2023 and T7 in 2024. He was decent last week at the Scottish Open: T37. Yet, Rahm rallied to make the cut after shooting +3 in the first round and hadn’t played in a tournament since the U.S. Open last month. The awkward LIV schedule hasn’t done a good job prepping him for the majors, but playing in Scotland is obviously a great tune-up for The Open. SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER, RORY MCILROY DISCUSS THEIR THOUGHTS ON LEGACY AHEAD OF THE OPEN: 'WE'RE ALL GOING TO DIE' Collin is in the Geoff Clark Golf Betting Hall of Fame after winning the 2021 British Open when I bet him at +3700. Driving accuracy and iron-play will be huge in determining the 2026 Champion Golfer of the Year, and those are two of Morikawa's specialties: fifth on TOUR this year in driving accuracy and second in Strokes Gained (SG): Approach (APP). His notoriously inconsistent short-game (chipping and putting) has held him back from winning more. But Collin has gained strokes vs. the field in putting in eight of his last 10 tournaments and around-the-green (ARG) in nine of his past 11, per DataGolf.com. Morikawa's ball-striking is so accurate he can average week with his short-game and still win the British Open. Collin won the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am at the best American links course while losing strokes with his putter and only gaining 0.63 strokes ARG. I like that Bobby Mac hit his irons well at last week’s Scottish Open, for a second straight tournament, and two of his last three, but struggled Sunday and finished T6 when he started the final round tied with the lead, which might make him less popular this week. Maybe not and it doesn’t matter. All that matters is if he plays well. Nevertheless, MacIntyre ranked 120th on TOUR in SG: APP this season entering the Scottish Open. He gained 3.6 strokes with his irons at the Travelers Championship two starts back and 7.5 in Scotland last week. When Bobby Mac is dialed in with his irons, he contends. MacIntyre has gained strokes on approach in six tournaments this season; here’s how he finished in them: Sony Open (T4), THE PLAYERS Championship (fourth), Valero Texas Open (T2), RBC Canadian Open (T15), Travelers (T10) and the Scottish Open (T6). Despite hitting his irons so poorly this year, Bobby Mac still ranked 15th in Par 4 scoring average and eighth in Par 4 Birdie or Better rate. For what it’s worth, I know this isn’t a great number. MacIntyre is +4000 this week and closed at double the price for the 2026 U.S. Open. However, I’m betting players instead of numbers, and Bobby Mac is a Scot, who excels at links courses and will win a British Open before the end of his career. He’s made the cut at all six Open Championships, finishing T6 and T8 in his first two and T7 last year. The +7500-ish odds is just too big of a number for JT who is a two-time major winner and playing pretty good golf lately. Last week's T50 at the Scottish Open broke a streak of seven consecutive T23-or-better finishes for Thomas, highlighted by a T4 at the PGA Championship and T17 at the U.S. Open. His inconsistent driving could be a deal-breaker for JT at Royal Birkdale, but he's gained strokes vs. the field with driving accuracy seven of his last eight starts, per DataGolf.com. That said, short-game will be a separator this week and Thomas ranks second on TOUR in SG: ARG this season. Not only does the four-time American Ryder Cupper have a world-class short-game but he's won at other courses where you have to be accurate, such as Harbour Town (RBC Heritage), TPC Sawgrass (THE PLAYERS), PGA National (host of The Honda Classic, now known as "The Cognizant Classic"). Ultimately, I'm just betting on Thomas's major-winning talent at a great price. Mayo Cup season standings: 4,455th with $5,043,719 CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM I'm picking MacIntyre here because I have two entries in the Mayo Cup and I've already him for THE PLAYERS on my second entry, and I have Rahm available in both. So, this allows me to use MacIntyre and Rahm. Don't worry, I'm not doing much better in the other entry (3,340th place with $6,805,509). _____________________________ 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/6a57c1b9a12eaf174af7b57d Alec Baldwin's tribute to Sam Neill draws online backlash for being 'self-centered' te 2026-07-15T17:22:01.990Z Alec Baldwin's tribute to Sam Neill draws online backlash for being 'self-centered' Alec Baldwin is receiving some intense backlash for his "self-centered" tribute to the late Sam Nell, who died on Monday. Following the death of the "Jurassic Park" actor, Baldwin took to social media to post a nearly 3-minute Instagram video about Neill. The tribute, however, quickly received harsh reactions online as Baldwin seemed to have only mentioned Neill in the opening 10 seconds and the last five seconds of the clip. "I just wanted to come on here quickly and say, how stricken I was to learn of the death of Sam Neill," Baldwin began the video he posted on Monday. SAM NEILL REMEMBERED AS 'ONE OF THE GREATS' BY NICOLE KIDMAN, TONI COLLETTE AND MORE AFTER HIS SUDDEN DEATH "When I did ‘The Hunt for Red October,’ we shot in ’89, it came out in 1990, a long time ago," he continued, before reminiscing about his experience filming the movie and name-dropping the cast. He eventually circled back to Neill — who played Captain Vasili Borodin in the film — at the end of the video. "That is one of the few movies I have ever done where I remember the whole movie," he said. "That’s what a fan I am of that work. Not me. I’m not a fan of my work, but I am a fan of their work." "Anyway, oh my God. My God. Sam Neill. My love to his family, My love to his family," he added. Followers were quick to react to Baldwin's tribute. "Omg I’m sorry I thought you were paying respects to Sam Neil. I didn’t realize it was all about you," one user commented on Instagram. "You didn’t say anything about Sam," another added. "Damn. I kept waiting to hear some good things regarding Sam Neill," one follower quipped. "Not much of a tribute to Sam but just a name mention. Do better Alec." However, many came to the actor's defense, praising him for the "most genuine" tribute. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "You always talk so calming, and compassionate and so kindly about all the people you have worked with, known," one user commented. "Sam Neill what a great actor." "Alec Baldwin talks to you like you’re a friend sitting or walking beside you," another added. "It’s great and tells you a lot about him as a person first and then an actor. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "You create the most genuine, heart felt, loving, interesting posts when someone you know dies," one user commented. "They are always so kind and thoughtful and they contain original tidbits of the person’s life." Neill died suddenly at age 78 on Monday after he recovered from cancer, his family announced. Neill was surrounded by family when he passed away. "It is with immense sadness that the whānau of Sam Neill share the news of his passing on Monday 13th July, in Sydney, Australia," his family said in a statement shared on Neill's Instagram page. "The loss was sudden and unexpected but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer free," his family added. Neill "passed with the dignity that has characterized his whole life," his family said. Shortly after the news was announced, tributes began pouring in from those who knew him best as not only a gifted performer, but a kind, generous and deeply beloved friend. Nicole Kidman, who starred alongside Neill in the 1989 thriller "Dead Calm," said she was "immensely saddened" by the news. "Sam was one of the greats, a joy to be around," Kidman said in a statement to The Sydney Morning Herald. "We met when I was just 18, and he took me under his wing, and we stayed friends for life. He was charming, kind, funny and intelligent. He will be greatly missed, and my heart goes out to his family." WATCH: ALEC BALDWIN CLAIMS AMERICANS ARE 'UNINFORMED ABOUT REALITY Neill's "A Long Way Down" and "Dirty Deeds" co-star Toni Collette shared an emotional tribute on Instagram. "My friend Sam left us this morning. Yes, he was an incredible actor. But he was also the most beautiful, decent gentleman. A big hearted king with a dry, hilarious wit. I feel so lucky to have known him," she wrote on her Instagram Stories. "When I think of Sam I always see him giggling. It is a terribly sad day. Rest in peace, dear Sam." Collette also shared a throwback photo of the pair, writing, "I love you, dear Sam. You hero. You legend. You sweetheart. Our great friend. You are already missed so very much. Continue in peace wherever you are." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c1a6a12eaf174af7b574 Canadian woman accused of slapping Trump-supporting teen turned over to ICE te 2026-07-15T17:21:42.536Z Canadian woman accused of slapping Trump-supporting teen turned over to ICE A Canadian national accused of slapping a teen wearing political clothing at the Jersey Shore has been turned over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a representative for the local jail told Fox News Digital on Wednesday. Over the Fourth of July weekend, Kaitlyn Tracey, 33, was reportedly seen on surveillance video confronting a group of teens in Point Pleasant Beach, some of whom were wearing pants with the words "Trump" and "ICE" on them, local media reported.  Tracey, a Canadian national who entered the U.S. on a passport in 2024, then allegedly struck one of the girls and recorded the confrontation, according to court documents reported by NJ.com. An official who picked up the phone at the Ocean County Jail in Toms River confirmed to Fox News Digital that Tracey had been released into ICE custody as of Monday. ICE CLASHES WITH AGITATORS INTENSIFY OUTSIDE DELANEY HALL She was reportedly taken to Delaney Hall in Newark – the site of months-long clashes between left-wing agitators and ICE. NEW JERSEY GOVERNOR, DEMOCRATIC SENATOR SPEND MEMORIAL DAY PROTESTING ICE FACILITY Tracey’s criminal charges include endangering the welfare of a child and simple assault, according to reports. The alleged victim was reportedly uninjured. NJ TAXPAYERS ON THE HOOK FOR $12M MORE AS DEM GOVERNOR PROTECTS ILLEGAL ALIENS BATTLING DEPORTATION While New Jersey at a state level has adopted sanctuary-type policies, Ocean County is known as one of the few Republican strongholds remaining, and retains the state's longest-serving lawmaker of any party: Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., in office since 1981. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER It was not immediately clear on what immigration basis ICE initiated proceedings against Tracey. Fox News Digital reached out to DHS for clarification and comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57c193a12eaf174af7b56b Former coach Jon Gruden lands another pro football gig amid ongoing lawsuit against NFL: report te 2026-07-15T17:21:23.080Z Former coach Jon Gruden lands another pro football gig amid ongoing lawsuit against NFL: report Jon Gruden has been very vocal about wanting to return to the sidelines, but he may have another stop first. Gruden's coaching days have been in limbo since parting ways with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021 during his third year of a 10-year contract. He left after emails surfaced showing he had used racist, sexist and homophobic language. The leaked messages were from when he was an ESPN analyst and a 'Monday Night Football' broadcaster. Ironically, his next pro football gig may come in a similar manner. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM According to Ira Kaufman of JoeBucsFan, Gruden is slated to be on the call for an NFL preseason game, and Kaufman "believe[s]" he will be doing the play-by-play. Gruden's agency did not immediately respond to an email from Fox News Digital. While searching for jobs in pro football, Gruden has made a name for himself with Barstool Sports, doing film study-style interviews with prospective quarterbacks just as he had done with ESPN years ago. Gruden sued the NFL after he left the Raiders, alleging that a "malicious and orchestrated campaign" was used to destroy his career by leaking the emails. Gruden was the beneficiary of a key ruling in his case against the league in August when the Nevada Supreme Court determined his case could proceed in court instead of arbitration. In October, the Nevada Supreme Court unanimously denied the NFL's petition to reconsider that decision. JETS QUARTERBACK GENO SMITH PULLED OVER IN FLORIDA, MARKING 3RD POLICE ENCOUNTER THIS OFFSEASON "Hopefully I’m not done. I’m about to make a comeback," Gruden said about coaching last July. "Hopefully, some of these guys that fell off my branch, if you say it that way, maybe they can hire me 'cause I’m looking for a job. "I don’t care if I coach at Jones Junior High. I’m going to coach again. I’m still coaching. I’m just not on a team officially, but I do have some private assignments I work on, and I wear some gear when I’m watching the games that nobody knows about who I’m pulling for." Gruden squashed reports that he was offered a role with the New York Jets, saying he did not get "anything" from them. Gruden won the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003. 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/6a57bf78a12eaf174af7b513 Conor McGregor makes 3-word promise for UFC career in video after another devastating injury te 2026-07-15T17:12:24.900Z Conor McGregor makes 3-word promise for UFC career in video after another devastating injury After five years out of the Octagon, Conor McGregor's return barely lasted one minute. McGregor opened his Saturday fight against Max Holloway aggressively, attempting a running kick before throwing a head kick moments later. However, he slipped both times because it was apparent he had suffered a knee injury. He tried to power through it, but nearly two minutes into the fight, he grabbed at his right leg again, and referee Mike Beltran called the fight after just 69 seconds. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In his first post on Instagram since the bout, McGregor vowed to return from the injury. "We'll be back," McGregor said after showing off his new energy drink. Prior to that, McGregor showed off the "Mac" drink, enjoying it alongside his wife. McGregor then shared his faith. WWE'S PAUL HEYMAN TAKES SWIPE AT CONOR MCGREGOR INJURY ON 'MONDAY NIGHT RAW' "In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. We'll be back. Let's go." McGregor made an emotional post the day after the fight, saying his "head gasket is gone." "Destroyed. I had no injury / injuries going into the fight. I was throwing kicks, planted and jumping, all throughout camp as well as backstage before the fight. This came out of nowhere. I am beyond dark here. I can only describe it as hell," he said on X. UFC president Dana White said he assumed McGregor suffered a "blown ACL." McGregor was participating in his first bout since July 2021 when he lost to Dustin Poirier due to a devastating leg injury. He’s only won one fight since 2020. Fox News' Ryan Gaydos, Chantz Martin, and 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/6a57bf65a12eaf174af7b509 Resurfaced Netflix description of 'Gone with the Wind' as being 'known for its racism' sparks online uproar te 2026-07-15T17:12:05.440Z Resurfaced Netflix description of 'Gone with the Wind' as being 'known for its racism' sparks online uproar Netflix is drawing criticism from online commentators who accuse the platform of forcing political messaging into how the epic film "Gone with the Wind" is described on the streaming service. The resurfaced description circulated online this week, reads, "A 1939 American Civil War epic known for its racism." It also directs viewers to instead search for Black Lives Matter content, adding, "To learn more about Black lives in America, search 'Black Lives Matter.'" While the 1939 film is unavailable to stream on Netflix in the United States, the title page remains live as an inactive placeholder on its website. The inclusion of the Black Lives Matter label on the public landing page has drawn criticism online, with commentators accusing Netflix of imposing modern political narratives on a classic film. It's unclear, however, who penned the description. DIRECTOR OF NEW ‘LORD OF THE RINGS’ REJECTS ‘POLITICALLY CORRECT’ CASTING AFTER SUGGESTIONS FILM IS TOO WHITE "Buy physical media," Turning Point Action's Jack Posobiec wrote on X in response to an original post by user Valliant Renegade, who shared a screenshot of the Netflix page. On Wednesday, billionaire Elon Musk waded into the debate, responding to a post about the description and writing simply: "Needs to change." "Holy crap. I just checked. It's real," conservative account End Wokeness wrote. It's not new, however; the description has been there for years. In contrast, HBO Max, which is currently streaming the movie in the United States, describes it thusly: "A strong-willed Southern belle struggles to save her beloved home and find love against the backdrop of the American Civil War and Reconstruction." On Hulu, the description reads, "Classic tale of Scarlett O'Hara's battle to save her beloved Tara and find love during the Civil War." "Gone with the Wind" is no stranger to controversy and has long faced accusations of promoting racist themes. In 2020, HBO Max temporarily removed the movie in the wake of the George Floyd protests and a scathing Los Angeles Times opinion piece calling for its removal, though it did eventually return with an added historical introduction. MORE HOLLYWOOD HYPOCRISY: VARIETY DEMONIZES CRITICS OF CHRISTOPHER NOLAN'S CASTING IN 'THE ODYSSEY' The LA Times op-ed, written by John Ridley, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of "12 Years a Slave," accused the film of romanticizing the "horrors of slavery" and demanded its temporary removal. GLAAD RELEASES 'PARTICULARLY CONCERNING' REPORT SHOWING SHRINKING LGBTQ REPRESENTATION THIRD YEAR IN A ROW Ridley wrote, "It is a film that glorifies the antebellum South. It is a film that, when it is not ignoring the horrors of slavery, pauses only to perpetuate some of the most painful stereotypes of people of color." Based on Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel, the action follows Southern belle Scarlett O’Hara, the daughter of a plantation owner, as she struggles to keep possession of her family’s property amid the Civil War. The film version, which is nearly four hours long, won eight Academy Awards in 1940, including Best Picture. Actress Hattie McDaniel made history as the first Black person to win an Oscar for her role as "Mammy." Adjusted for inflation, it is by far the highest grossing movie of all time, and it is frequently ranked by critics as one of Hollywood's greatest and most influential films. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Critics have accused the film of portraying the antebellum South as idyllic and peaceful, framing the Civil War not as a fight to end slavery, but as a defense of a civilized way of life. It has also been accused of erasing the brutal reality of slavery in the South and perpetuating harmful stereotypes about Black characters. Fox News Digital reached out to Netflix for comment but did not immediately hear back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57bf10a12eaf174af7b4cb Whatnot acquires Shaped to power real-time live shopping recommendations te 2026-07-15T17:10:40.957Z Whatnot acquires Shaped to power real-time live shopping recommendations Livestream shopping platform Whatnot has acquired AI startup Shaped, a machine learning company focused on real-time recommendations and search. The deal will bolster Whatnot’s personalization and discovery features as it expands into new product categories. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57befda12eaf174af7b4c2 Hack suggests AI music generator Suno scraped YouTube for training data te 2026-07-15T17:10:21.519Z Hack suggests AI music generator Suno scraped YouTube for training data The hacker used an employee's credentials to access source code, which revealed how Suno scraped decades of audio. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57bd1ea12eaf174af7b446 Trump’s Labor strike force deploys to New York to weed out staggering $2 million per day in fraud te 2026-07-15T17:02:22.889Z Trump’s Labor strike force deploys to New York to weed out staggering $2 million per day in fraud The Department of Labor (DOL), in collaboration with the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, has deployed a strike force to New York to recover hundreds of millions in unemployment fraud payments. "New York has exhibited fraud and improper payment rates on a scale we’ve never seen before—draining nearly $2 million a day from hardworking American taxpayers," DOL Inspector General Anthony D’Esposito told Fox News Digital. "While the state is cooperating with our review, these numbers are simply unacceptable. Our strike team will ensure the system is operating exactly as intended with no underlying issues." New York contributed to $750 million in improper unemployment insurance claims, and has accounted for $507 million of those claims paid out in 2025, according to numbers reported to the federal government by the state. Now, the Trump administration wants to claw back those funds it says were obtained through fraudulent means in the Democrat-led state. STOLEN IDS SOLD FOR ‘HAPPY MEAL’ PRICES FUEL BILLIONS IN US BENEFIT FRAUD New York has the highest unemployment insurance fraud rate in the country at 15%, according to the DOL. The federal government says the state also has the highest improper payment rate at 23%. Of the $507 million in overpayments, New York has only managed to recover 25% of the total, which is well below the national actual loss prevention average of 69%. A spokesperson for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's office told Fox News Digital that she is implementing policies to prevent fraud, which has been a longstanding priority of President Donald Trump's second term. "Governor Hochul and the State Department of Labor take fraud and abuse very seriously. That’s why the Governor has led the way in implementing several changes since the pandemic to fight waste, fraud and abuse," the Democrat leader's spokesperson said. "We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to pursue criminals and hold perpetrators accountable while ensuring workers receive the benefits to which they are entitled under law efficiently." THE WAR ON FRAUD IS HERE, AND VICE PRESIDENT VANCE IS LEADING IT FROM THE FRONT The DOL described its collaboration with the recently announced White House Task Force for Eliminating Fraud as "unprecedented." Trump instituted the task force by executive order in March and tapped Vice President JD Vance to lead the effort. "My Administration will use all available resources and authorities to fight fraud, close loopholes, enforce eligibility rules, and protect benefits for eligible Americans, while ensuring States administering Federal benefits programs do the same," the administration said at the time. VANCE REFERS TIM WALZ, MINNESOTA ATTORNEY GENERAL TO DOJ FOR CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION OVER STATE'S ALLEGED FRAUD The DOJ said its effort to eliminate fraud in New York is unique, and that rather than simply sending national unemployment insurance experts to states, the agency is now embedding Office of the Inspector General special agents on the ground to work with the New York State Department of Labor on criminal referrals and investigations. "Never before has the U.S. Department of Labor and our Office of Inspector General unleashed this level of coordination in the war on fraud," D'Esposito said. "Our elite strike teams — powered by top national unemployment insurance experts and OIG special agents — are embedded on the ground in New York to hunt down every lead and dismantle suspected fraud." "Combined with President Trump and Vice President Vance’s White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, this collaboration has forged the most aggressive and advanced strike teams we have ever assembled." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57bd0ba12eaf174af7b43d Conor McGregor makes 3-word promise for UFC career in video after another devastating injury te 2026-07-15T17:02:03.429Z Conor McGregor makes 3-word promise for UFC career in video after another devastating injury After five years out of the Octagon, Conor McGregor's return barely lasted one minute. McGregor opened his Saturday fight against Max Holloway aggressively, attempting a running kick before throwing a head kick moments later. However, he slipped both times because it was apparent he had suffered a knee injury. He tried to power through it, but nearly two minutes into the fight, he grabbed at his right leg again, and referee Mike Beltran called the fight after just 69 seconds. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In his first post on Instagram since the bout, McGregor vowed to return from the injury. "We'll be back," McGregor said after showing off his new energy drink. Prior to that, McGregor showed off the "Mac" drink, enjoying it alongside his wife. McGregor then shared his faith. WWE'S PAUL HEYMAN TAKES SWIPE AT CONOR MCGREGOR INJURY ON 'MONDAY NIGHT RAW' "In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. We'll be back. Let's go." McGregor made an emotional post the day after the fight, saying his "head gasket is gone." "Destroyed. I had no injury / injuries going into the fight. I was throwing kicks, planted and jumping, all throughout camp as well as backstage before the fight. This came out of nowhere. I am beyond dark here. I can only describe it as hell," he said on X. UFC president Dana White said he assumed McGregor suffered a "blown ACL." McGregor was participating in his first bout since July 2021 when he lost to Dustin Poirier due to a devastating leg injury. He’s only won one fight since 2020. Fox News' Ryan Gaydos, Chantz Martin, and 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/6a57bcf7a12eaf174af7b434 Chili's says Louisiana worker was fired for 'harassment,' employee says it stemmed from pronoun dispute te 2026-07-15T17:01:43.972Z Chili's says Louisiana worker was fired for 'harassment,' employee says it stemmed from pronoun dispute A former Louisiana Chili's employee went viral for saying he was fired for refusing to use a coworker's preferred pronouns, but the restaurant claims the termination stemmed from repeated harassment that violated company policy, not the employee's views on gender identity. The former employee, Wesley Kirk Ford Jr., alleged on social media on Saturday that he lost his job after referring to a nonbinary coworker "by her actual legal government name." Chili’s disputes that characterization, saying Ford repeatedly mocked and intimidated the coworker despite being asked to stop. FAR-LEFT HOUSE CANDIDATE RIPPED FOR 'DISGUSTING' VOTE ON MISGENDERING BILL: 'DISQUALIFYING' "While we normally do not comment on people-related matters, we believe it is important to clarify the actions taken in this situation," a spokesperson for Chili’s told Fox News Digital. "The individual was terminated due to repeated instances of harassment toward his fellow team member, which is in violation of our policies, to the point the team member was unable to continue the shift. The terminated individual was repeatedly asked to stop the harassing behavior, but he refused." The spokesperson added, "Harassment, bullying, or behavior that disrespects another person is not consistent with our values and is not tolerated. As always, our focus remains on supporting our team members, caring for our Guests, and maintaining a respectful environment for everyone who works or dines with us." In a Saturday post on Facebook, Ford wrote, "I just got fired from Chilis in Denham Springs for calling a nonbinary coworker by her actual legal government name lolol. I now need to find a new job." TENNESSEE CONDUCTOR FIRED AFTER TELLING JULY 4 PASSENGERS AMERICA IS GREATEST COUNTRY, CRITICS SHOULD 'LEAVE' Ford added, "I also need to find a first amendment/civil rights attorney. I will post more details on exactly what happened after I wind down some because I'm fired up right now lolol." In a video posted Saturday, Ford said he was fired for refusing to call the coworker not by her name, but by her "chosen name," which he said was "Fish." He said he'd never been fired or even disciplined at any job before. "I’m not participating in that s--- anymore," Ford said in the video. "Like, I don’t care. I don’t care, I put my foot down. And I’m just not, I’m not participating in it." MAN WHO ALLEGEDLY SENT RACIAL INSULT TO ACES' CHELSEA GRAY IS FIRED FROM JOB AT HILTON, COMPANY SAYS Chili’s, however, maintained that Ford was committing harassing behavior. "In this instance, the terminated team member excessively and unnecessarily mocked the other team member in an antagonizing manner to harass and intimidate," the spokesperson said. "This conduct was intentional, targeted, and designed to provoke a reaction. These repeated bullying actions created a hostile working environment and interfered with the ability to do their job. " Fox News Digital has reached out to Ford for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57bca6a12eaf174af7b405 Elon Musk Funds Vivek Ramaswamy’s Bid for Ohio Governor Despite Their DOGE Clashes te 2026-07-15T17:00:22.082Z Elon Musk Funds Vivek Ramaswamy’s Bid for Ohio Governor Despite Their DOGE Clashes Elon Musk gave $5 million to back Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign for Ohio governor, seemingly moving past tensions around the effort to downsize the federal work force. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b848a12eaf174af7b35b As Trump's NATO gamble pays off, envoy names allies he's still watching te 2026-07-15T16:41:44.320Z As Trump's NATO gamble pays off, envoy names allies he's still watching For years, President Donald Trump has criticized NATO's European allies for relying too heavily on the United States for military defense. Heading into July's NATO summit, disagreements about Iran and defense spending threatened to overshadow what was expected to be a pivotal meeting for the alliance.  Instead, Trump administration officials believe the summit showed Trump's yearslong pressure campaign is beginning to pay off. "The summit was a huge success," Matthew Whitaker, the U.S. ambassador to NATO, told Fox News Digital in an interview. "President Trump has found, I think, a NATO that is more capable and increasingly stronger and is equalizing with the United States." TRUMP ENTERS FINAL NATO SUMMIT DAY AS UKRAINE, DEFENSE SPENDING TAKE CENTER STAGE And while Whitaker described the alliance's trajectory as overwhelmingly positive, he acknowledged not every ally is moving at the same pace. "I know exactly where every ally is," he said. "I make phone calls and make visits depending on where allies are falling out." PENTAGON SLASHES NATO COMBAT COMMITMENTS AS TRUMP PUSHES EUROPE TO DEFEND ITSELF At the 2025 NATO Summit in The Hague, allies agreed to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, a significant increase from the alliance's longstanding 2% benchmark. In 2026, Whitaker said he's monitoring each ally's progress on a monthly dashboard. Whitaker said the administration believes years of pressure from Trump are beginning to produce the alliance the president has long envisioned: one in which Europe assumes far greater responsibility for its own defense while allowing the U.S. to focus more heavily on other global priorities. He praised Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Greece and Turkey for aggressively increasing defense spending while identifying Spain, France, Italy and the United Kingdom as countries he continues to watch closely. "I think ultimately Spain is going to live up to their commitments," Whitaker said. "They can be a capable ally. They have a very dynamic and growing economy that could support more defense spending." Spain emerged as the administration's most public point of friction during the summit.  Trump called the country a "terrible partner" and a "wasted cause," threatened to cut off trade and criticized Madrid both for initially resisting NATO's new 5% defense spending target and for refusing to allow the U.S. to use Spanish bases and airspace during operations against Iran. Whitaker pointed to nearly $150 billion in additional allied defense spending over the past year and a growing push to expand European defense production as evidence that the alliance is moving in the direction the Trump administration has long demanded. "We're going to address our priorities," he said. "And that's first the homeland and our Western Hemisphere. The Pacific is an area that we are going to be more capable and ready, and Europe is fourth on the list." "That doesn't mean that we're leaving Europe, it doesn't mean that we're abandoning our allies," he said. "It just means we're expecting them to take over the conventional defense of the continent." WHY NATO’S DEFENSE SPENDING IMBALANCE LASTED FOR DECADES Even as allies celebrated new spending commitments, European officials acknowledge that rearming the continent will require years of sustained political support, expanded industrial capacity and difficult budget decisions before the alliance reaches the capabilities envisioned in Ankara. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte repeatedly has emphasized that governments must now present "clear, concrete and credible plans" for reaching the target rather than simply making political commitments. The summit also came as the administration reviews U.S. force posture in Europe, prompting questions among allies — particularly those on NATO's eastern flank — about what greater burden-sharing could mean for the future U.S. military presence. The administration argues the force posture review is directly tied to burden-sharing: if Europe assumes more responsibility for defending the continent, Washington can reassess where and how U.S. forces are deployed. In recent weeks, the Trump administration has sent mixed signals on troop deployments, including a halted rotation to Poland, a subsequent announcement of additional forces and the launch of a broader review of U.S. force posture on the continent.  Allies like Poland have argued that its heavy investment in defense and frontline position should be reflected in a stronger U.S. military presence. Whitaker said allies that spend more should expect deeper engagement with Washington but stressed that decisions on U.S. force posture are driven by broader global security considerations rather than any one country's spending. "It is an ongoing evaluation of where we need to deploy, where we can project power from, and how we deter and defend," Whitaker said. "It's a complicated conversation, but it's one that we're currently having right now within the government and with our allies." For Whitaker, the debate over burden-sharing is no longer simply about how much allies spend. The larger question, he said, is whether those investments translate into the military capabilities Europe will need to assume a greater share of its own defense. Those commitments extended beyond spending targets and into the kinds of military capabilities NATO allies are expected to field over the coming decade. Germany announced plans to acquire U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles, giving Europe's largest economy a long-range conventional strike capability that Chancellor Friedrich Merz said would close a key gap in Germany's defenses. The purchase is part of a broader effort by European allies to rebuild military capabilities that have atrophied since the end of the Cold War. Whitaker said the Tomahawk purchase was only one example of the capabilities NATO allies will need to field in the coming years. "It's an all-of-the-above approach," he said. "Whether it's frigates, whether it's air defense, whether it's deep strike, whether it's tanks and drones, all of that needs to be increased in manufacturing capacity. It needs to be fielded and ready to defend and deter." The summit also underscored a growing emphasis on expanding defense production across the alliance. Trump announced that Ukraine would be permitted to establish domestic Patriot missile production, while Lockheed Martin unveiled plans to help establish a Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missile sustainment facility in Europe. Other agreements included expanded European production of Army Tactical Missile Systems, Stinger missiles and additional air defense systems through partnerships between U.S. and European defense firms. The White House has cast those announcements as evidence of what it has called a new "NATO 3.0" model, arguing that greater European defense investment will both strengthen the alliance and create demand for American defense manufacturers.  Administration officials said more than $3 billion in defense agreements and joint ventures announced during the summit would support U.S. industry while expanding Europe's ability to manufacture critical military capabilities closer to the continent. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b834a12eaf174af7b352 French police make 98 arrests after chaos erupts in Paris following World Cup semifinal loss: report te 2026-07-15T16:41:24.871Z French police make 98 arrests after chaos erupts in Paris following World Cup semifinal loss: report Chaos erupted in Paris following France’s loss in the World Cup semifinal to Spain on Tuesday. French police made 98 arrests, and 21 minors, were taken into police custody, the Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office confirmed to The Athletic. The most significant offenses included people firing mortar fireworks at fire stations and police cars. France’s World Cup loss also coincided with Bastille Day, which commemorates when the French stormed the Bastille in 1789, a pivotal moment in the French Revolution. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In addition to the mortar fireworks, 12 trash containers were set on fire on Raymond Queneau Street. The firefighters who responded to the fires were targeted with mortar rounds, the prosecutor’s office told The Athletic. Fireworks were also fired toward a supermarket, breaking a window, the prosecutor’s office said to The Athletic. "During the night of July 14–15, 2026, the Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office was notified of 98 individuals taken into police custody, including 67 adults and 21 minors, at least eight of whom fall under the jurisdiction of the Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office," a statement sent to The Athletic read. HOW TO WATCH ENGLAND VS ARGENTINA: LIVE STREAM THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP SEMIFINALS "Most of these minors were arrested for aggravated theft and possession of incendiary materials. These figures are subject to change as new information is brought to the attention of the prosecutor’s office or as details are clarified." With a win on Tuesday, France would have reached the World Cup final for the third straight tournament. Instead, they were held off the scoresheet as Spain’s defense stifled their explosive attack. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Spain took a 1-0 first-half lead after Mikel Oyarzabal scored on a penalty kick. Pedro Porro put Spain up 2-0 with a goal in the second half. Spain will find out its finals opponent on Wednesday afternoon when England takes on Argentina at 3 p.m. ET on FOX. 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/6a57b5eea12eaf174af7b2ef Dave Portnoy baffled by socialists who fled ‘disaster’ countries to ‘fix’ United States te 2026-07-15T16:31:42.544Z Dave Portnoy baffled by socialists who fled ‘disaster’ countries to ‘fix’ United States Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy questioned Wednesday why people who left countries he described as "disasters" are promoting socialism in the United States during an appearance on "The Adam Carolla Show," where he discussed New York's Democratic socialist victories. "How we’ve gotten to socialism is somehow seen as this thing that’s going to fix the United States," Portnoy said. "The people are saying it has all migrated from countries that are disasters to come to the United States to get away from their country to come fix the United States, the country that everyone wants to migrate to. It’s a very confusing time." MAMDANI RIPPED OVER RECORD-HIGH NYC RENTS WITH CRITICS POINTING TO POLICY THEY SAY IS FUELING CRISIS Portnoy made the remarks after Carolla asked whether he would consider running for mayor of New York. He pointed to Zohran Mamdani and candidates the mayor backed in recent Democratic congressional primaries as reasons he has considered seeking office. He previously left open the possibility of challenging Mamdani during a June 29 appearance at New York’s 92NY promoting his book, "Cancel Me If You Can." He told Fox News Digital that "somebody’s got to take that guy and beat him" and argued that Mamdani’s political rise threatened the entrepreneurial values behind the American Dream. "Maybe I’m the guy to do it," Portnoy told Fox News Digital. "Depends on how much more he keeps pissing me off." Portnoy said his interest in running changes depending on the day and described public office as something he sometimes views as a responsibility. WATCH: PELOSI, OMAR STAY SILENT AS MAMDANI-BACKED SOCIALIST VICTORIES SHAKE DEMOCRATIC PARTY "Sometimes I do feel like it’s my civic duty. If I’m not going to do it, who’s going to try to do it? I don’t know. I could win. So, it’s a real feeling I have," he said. Portnoy said the victories have increased his concern about political developments in New York and nationwide. "That to me is a very crazy, dangerous, shocking thing," Portnoy said. He argued that organized activists have an advantage in low-turnout primaries because many other voters are focused on work, family and daily responsibilities. LIZ PEEK: JULY FOURTH EXPOSED DEMOCRATS' BIG PROBLEM WITH AMERICA'S SILENT MAJORITY "The voter turnout in the New York primaries was minuscule and they’re organized and they’re stirring up their base," Portnoy said. "But most people are just getting on the subway, going to work, worrying about a date on Friday." Carolla responded to Portnoy's broader criticism and described the activists as motivated by perpetual grievances rather than specific policy outcomes. "I think the problem is these people are professional agitators," Carolla said. "They’re the grievance class and they have a grievance. They have a beef. They have a problem." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Mamdani backed three victorious candidates in New York's June 23 Democratic House primaries: Claire Valdez, Darializa Avila Chevalier, and Brad Lander. Valdez and Chevalier are self-described Democratic socialists, while Lander defeated Rep. Dan Goldman by running to his political left. Mamdani framed the results as evidence that Democratic socialist candidates could compete beyond New York. "I think a Democratic Socialist can get elected anywhere across this country for any position," Mamdani told ABC News in an interview that aired June 28. Fox News Digital reached out to Mamdani for comment but did not immediately hear back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b59ca12eaf174af7b2a5 Microsoft patches record number of security vulnerabilities, citing its use of AI te 2026-07-15T16:30:20.629Z Microsoft patches record number of security vulnerabilities, citing its use of AI Microsoft's monthly release of security fixes, dubbed Patch Tuesday, resolved a record 570 security vulnerabilities across the company's product line, thanks to discoveries with AI. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b3e6a12eaf174af7b285 Slain American mother Jamey Carney remembered as 'ray of sunshine' at Ireland funeral te 2026-07-15T16:23:02.841Z Slain American mother Jamey Carney remembered as 'ray of sunshine' at Ireland funeral American mother Jamey Carney was remembered at her funeral as a devoted parent who had built a happy life in Ireland before her life was violently cut short. Carney, 43, a New York native who moved to Ireland in 2021 with her teenage daughter, was violently beaten and suffocated in her home in Killarney, County Kerry, last week. A Jordanian failed asylum seeker who was living in Ireland and was romantically involved with Carney was arrested in relation to the case in his home country after fleeing Ireland via Istanbul after her death, according to Irish media. Mourners gathered at St. Mary's Cathedral in Killarney to pay their final respects during a service celebrating Carney's life. The service was livestreamed, allowing friends and family around the world to join in mourning before a private cremation. AMERICAN MOTHER MURDERED IN IRISH TOURIST TOWN AS INTERNATIONAL MANHUNT TARGETS ALLEGED ASYLUM SEEKER "Today we don't dwell on Jamey's death, but we dwell on her life," Fr. Kieran O'Brien told mourners. During the service, O'Brien reflected on Carney's life growing up in New York alongside her sister, Devon, before recalling her "big decision" to move to Killarney—a choice he described as "the best decision of her life." He said she and her daughter, Michaela, had found a place they proudly called home, with Michaela settling into school and becoming actively involved in Irish sports. The priest described Carney as a woman whose "joy radiated" from her, saying she had built a close circle of friends after moving to Killarney and found happiness in simple things. He recalled her love of country music, travel, shopping, going to concerts and spending time with friends. "She was happy in life and she was happy with life because life was good to her," he said. "But her real love in life was you, Michaela," he added, addressing Carney's daughter. "We thank God for Jamey's life, remembering at all times her joy, and the ray of sunshine that she brought to all of your lives," he added. Family members carried a series of personal items to the altar celebrating Carney's life, including photographs of her daughter, Michaela, and her dog, Penny. A cowboy hat symbolizing her love of country music, the passports she and Michaela used to start their new life together in Ireland and an angel statue were also brought forward. A framed photograph of Carney rested atop her coffin, which was positioned before the altar and draped in a white pall. As Carney's coffin departed St. Mary's Cathedral following the funeral mass, young members of Dr. Crokes GAA Club formed a guard of honor outside the church. Carney's grieving sister, Devon, wearing a Kerry GAA jersey and clutching a sunflower, was distraught as family members gathered around the hearse. The service centered on celebrating Carney's life, her family and the community she built in Ireland rather than the disturbing circumstances surrounding her death and subsequent murder investigation. Detectives believe Carney was killed around 11 p.m. Monday, roughly 14 hours before her 13-year-old daughter discovered her body at about 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. By then, the man had traveled roughly 200 miles by bus to Dublin Airport and boarded a flight to Istanbul, according to the Irish Independent. Irish police have yet to publicly identify the person they want to question in the investigation or release his name, photograph or any physical description. Irish police confirmed to Fox News Digital they were aware "of the arrest of a male in Jordan by the Jordanian authorities," but did not identify the man or confirm he was the person of interest in the investigation. Police also confirmed they "have not made any request to the Jordanian authorities for the arrest of any person at this time." WATCH: Person of interest detained in murder of US mom in Ireland MIGRANT WHO FLED IRELAND AFTER AMERICAN MOTHER'S MURDER IS ARRESTED IN JORDAN Irish media have widely identified the man as the person of interest in the investigation, though Irish police have not publicly confirmed his identity. Ireland does not have an extradition treaty with Jordan, where the man is being detained, according to the Irish Independent. Fox News Digital asked Irish police and Ireland's Department of Justice to confirm reports that the man had previously been refused asylum while appealing that decision. Neither agency confirmed the reports. The man had been living in state-run accommodation for asylum seekers in Killarney before spending increasing amounts of time at Carney's home after they became romantically involved, according to the Irish Mirror. He first arrived in the United Kingdom before traveling through Northern Ireland and eventually settling in County Kerry, according to the Irish Mirror. His social media accounts contain posts from the United Kingdom and Turkey in recent years. Meanwhile, the FBI told Fox News Digital it stands ready to assist Irish authorities if requested. "Through our Legal Attaché in London, we have strong, established relationships and stand ready to assist in any way that the Irish government may request," the FBI said in a statement. The State Department told Fox News Digital it is providing consular assistance to the family. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b3d3a12eaf174af7b27c ACC Supremacy: Is it really the Miami Hurricanes versus the field for the 2026 season? te 2026-07-15T16:22:43.386Z ACC Supremacy: Is it really the Miami Hurricanes versus the field for the 2026 season? With 2026 ACC Media Days kicking off in earnest Wednesday, the question on everyone's mind is whether anyone can stand in the way of the Miami Hurricanes this season. The Canes were a Carson Beck interception away from hoisting a national championship trophy on their home turf, and many believe this year's squad has more firepower to work with. While the games still have to be played and fall camp hasn't even started, there is an overwhelming sense among conference and national media members alike that it will be Miami versus the field in 2026. INTERNET IS UP IN ARMS ABOUT ESPN FPI RANKINGS, BUT EVERYONE IS MISSING ONE KEY POINT It is worth noting that the Hurricanes still have not won an ACC Championship since joining the conference more than two decades ago, but with the talent head coach Mario Cristobal has assembled, both on this roster and on his coaching staff, this has to be the year they get over the hump in conference play. Miami returns a litany of playmakers, both homegrown and through the portal, as players like Malachi Toney, Mark Fletcher Jr. and Cooper Barkate will give offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson plenty of weapons to play with. The man throwing them the ball, Darrian Mensah, comes to Coral Gables by way of the Duke Blue Devils, and at the risk of sounding like a heretic on the streets of South Florida, I believe this is the most talented signal-caller Cristobal has ever had under center while coaching at Miami. CURT CIGNETTI WAS SO FOCUSED THIS OFFSEASON, HE TURNED DOWN ALL EXTERNAL REQUESTS: 'I'M 95% FOOTBALL' Yes, Carson Beck is an NFL quarterback and an all-conference selection at two schools, and Cam Ward was literally a unanimous All-American and first overall draft pick, but Mensah has the tools and mentality to make Dawson's offense run like a well-oiled machine, and the embarrassment of riches he will have at his disposal at both wide receiver and running back will be on full display. The question marks are there, though, particularly along both lines of scrimmage, as the Canes will have to replace both starting tackles and both edge rushers on offense and defense respectively. If any team can weather that storm (no pun intended, I promise), it's the Hurricanes, whose recruiting prowess in the trenches has set them up nicely to be able to reload after April's draft exodus. FIVE SEC TRAP GAMES IN 2026 THAT COULD UPEND THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF RACE, FROM LSU TO GEORGIA Former five-star Justin Scott should anchor the interior of the defensive line, and former Missouri edge rusher Damon Wilson was one of the most coveted defensive players in the portal. As far as teams that can catch Miami, that will be a tough ask. The Canes always seem to have one or two games they tend to slip up in during conference play, but their league slate looks particularly weak this season, even by ACC standards. Other than a trip to Notre Dame on Halloween, it's hard to predict a loss for Miami, but keep an eye on that early October game on the road against Clemson. I may be falling for the banana in the tailpipe routine once again, but I think coach Dabo Swinney has the Tigers poised for a bounce-back year in 2026. They are the only team that has even sniffed the rarefied air that the Canes are in when it comes to recruiting, and they are less than two years removed from winning the conference and making a College Football Playoff appearance. Keep an eye on the Tigers as well as SMU, who jumped up and bit Miami last season. The Mustangs and Hurricanes don't meet in the regular season, but if they do end up squaring off in the ACC title game, I wouldn't be surprised to see head coach Rhett Lashlee giving Cristobal and the Canes fits once again. There's a reason the Miami Hurricanes will be heavy favorites heading into 2026, as this year finally feels like the season it all clicks for them, which sounds crazy to say about a team that was in the CFP finals less than seven months ago, but it's true. Firepower on offense, elite coordinators, huge talent advantages on both sides of the ball, and a laughably weak conference schedule should mean the Canes finally win the ACC this coming year. Talking season is almost done, then it will be time for Miami to prove it on the field. Buckle up, Canes fans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b3bfa12eaf174af7b273 Swing-state poll spells trouble for far left as Schumer-backed candidate dominates with critical voting blocs te 2026-07-15T16:22:23.922Z Swing-state poll spells trouble for far left as Schumer-backed candidate dominates with critical voting blocs Moderate Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens holds a seven-point lead over far-left rival Abdul El-Sayed, and leads big with working-class and Black voters, in a crucial political fight not only for the Democratic Senate nomination in battleground Michigan but potentially for the fate of the party, according to new polling. Stevens, who is backed by longtime Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer and the party establishment, stands at 48% support among Democrats likely to vote in the Aug. 4 primary, with El-Sayed, a former Wayne County Health Department director endorsed by progressive champions Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, at 41%. The Detroit News/WDIV poll, conducted by Glengariff Group, indicated roughly 10% of respondents remained undecided with the primary just three weeks out. In the wake of attention-grabbing victories by socialist and far-left candidates in blue congressional districts in New York City and Colorado in recent weeks, the primary in Michigan is viewed as the biggest battle to date between the left-wing and the center-left establishment for the future of the Democratic Party. DEMOCRATIC PARTY'S CIVIL WAR HITS PRIMARY DEBATE STAGE The poll indicates Stevens with a large 22-point lead among non-college educated voters, while El-Sayed holds a seven point advantage among those with college degrees. El-Sayed is up by 12 points among White voters, while Stevens holds a massive 46-point advantage among Black voters in the survey, which had a margin of error of 4.4 percentage points. The results are reminiscent of polling that came out shortly before Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, a progressive similar to El-Sayed also endorsed by Sanders, dropped out of the race this month that showed him trailing with working class voters by a large margin. The poll of 500 likely voters was conducted entirely after last week's televised debate between El-Sayed and Stevens. That showdown came just two days after progressive state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, once the third major Democrat in the primary, suspended her campaign. McMorrow, who has seen her national profile expand in recent years and was running as a progressive in an ideological space between El-Sayed and Stevens, exited the race amid faltering poll numbers and fundraising that weren't keeping pace with her two main rivals. McMorrow pledged to fully support whichever Democrat wins the primary and will ultimately face off against Rogers, who is running for the Senate for a second straight cycle after losing in 2024 to now-Sen. Elissa Slotkin by a razor-thin margin. Either Stevens or El-Sayed will take on former Republican Rep. Mike Rogers, who is on a glide path to the GOP nomination, in the crucial midterm faceoff to succeed retiring Democratic Sen. Gary Peters. The rare open Senate seat is a top Republican target and is a must-hold for the Democrats as they aim to win back the Senate majority from the GOP, which currently controls the chamber with a slim 53-47 margin. The poll's release comes ahead of this week's trip to Michigan by Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez, where they are scheduled to team up with El-Sayed at three events. DEMOCRACY ’26: STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE FOX NEWS ELECTION HUB El-Sayed, who, if elected, would make history as the nation's first Muslim senator, is an epidemiologist who unsuccessfully ran for governor as an insurgent candidate in 2018. He has made support for Medicare for all a major component of his campaign. The far-left candidate has also called for abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and is a vocal critic of Israel amid its war with Hamas — even characterizing Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocide" against Palestinians. And El-Sayed, who served as a top surrogate on Sanders' 2020 presidential campaign, has vowed not to accept PAC donations. Schumer and the party establishment view Stevens as more electable than El-Sayed, who has sparked controversy with his past comments. They worry that El-Sayed as the party's nominee would jeopardize the Democrat-controlled Senate seat by pushing the party too far to the left in a state that President Donald Trump carried two years ago by just over one percentage point. Earlier this week, Peters, who to date had stayed neutral in the race to succeed him, endorsed Stevens. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER The primary showdown has become combustible and expensive, with outside groups spending big bucks to flood the campaign trail with ads. The biggest spending is United Democracy Project, a political action committee aligned with the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). The group reports spending nearly $15 million in support of Stevens and against El-Sayed. "Haley is leading in this race because the stakes of this election could not be higher," Sam Barrett, campaign manager on the Stevens campaign, told Fox News Digital in a statement in reaction to the poll. "When Democrats win in November, we’ll keep Mike Rogers out of the Senate, and stop Donald Trump from having free rein to appoint Supreme Court justices who will ban abortion, cut health care, and strip away workers’ rights. Michigan needs a Senator who is ready on day one to fight and has won tough races before. That’s Haley, and that’s why her message of lowering costs, protecting manufacturing, and taking on Trump’s corruption and abuses of power is resonating across the state." Fox News Digital reached out to the El-Sayed campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b3aca12eaf174af7b26a Portland being Portland: Baseball team stops game for pitcher & hitter to make out on 'Heated Rivalry' night te 2026-07-15T16:22:04.471Z Portland being Portland: Baseball team stops game for pitcher & hitter to make out on 'Heated Rivalry' night While sane Americans were celebrating the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, the lunatics in Portland, Oregon were cheering along as two men made out on a baseball field during a 'Heated Rivalry' theme night. The Portland Pickles, a collegiate summer baseball organization known for pulling Savannah Bananas-like antics, promoted Tuesday's game as a high tension night where "someone's definitely ending up in the penalty box" as a nod to the HBO gay hockey series that is supposedly a huge ratings success, yet HBO has refused to share viewership totals with OutKick. Were you at this Pickles game? Share your thoughts: joe.kinsey@outkick.com With families in attendance Tuesday night, the Pickles decided to honor the HBO show by creating a script where a pitcher hits a batter. The batter charged the mound, and with little kids watching, the two men embrace and start kissing. At least one little girl can be seen covering her eyes as the men kiss. Meanwhile, in Philly, sane America was celebrating with a Sandlot tribute and Ray Charles singing "America the Beautiful." The divide between sane America and the demented America that Portland wants to export across this country can't be any clearer. This isn't about two men kissing. This is about taking one of the final wholesome places left for families — the Pickles are holding a Fart Night this Friday night — and turning it into a LIB stunt factory where kids are subjected to the Alphabet Mafia's whims. "Guess I can check off 'making out on the diamond during a professional baseball game' from my list," the gay pitcher, who goes by J.P. Hardy, wrote to his fans on Instagram Story. FIVE GLARING REASONS WHY MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL SHOULD IMMEDIATELY STOP CELEBRATING PRIDE NIGHT | JON ROOT Meanwhile, the usual suspects are out defending this on social media, especially on Twitter where this is being framed by the woke LIB lunatics as just a kiss. "Little girl in the background immediately, instinctively, and rightly, covers her eyes. Everyone knows this s–t is wrong but white liberal women keep forcing it into ever(y) facet of our lives. Fatigue," wrote a Twitter user. That was immediately countered by the typical lunatics who want to normalize this spectacle. BASEBALL WRITER SAYS 'BIGOTED' FREE AGENTS SHOULDN'T SIGN WITH GIANTS AFTER PRIDE HAT CONTROVERSY "You mean like any little kid does when they see two people kissing..? They find all kissing gross. Gtfo here with your bigotry," the lunatic replied. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS And with that, the newest cultural battleground has been drawn. The Pickles will hold Pride Night on Thursday. What happened to June being Pride Month? Apparently the Pickles didn't get enough in June, so they are holding a big bash this week. The team promises the night will be a "celebration of LGBTQ+ people, joy, and chosen family, because the world is weird enough without anyone feeling unwelcome. Love is love, baseball is baseball, and this park is for everyone." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b36fa12eaf174af7b24b How They Voted | Lake Havasu City Council, July 14, 2026 te 2026-07-15T16:21:03.031Z How They Voted | Lake Havasu City Council, July 14, 2026 Councilmember Michele Lin was absent. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b35ba12eaf174af7b240 Arizona's elections boss rejects DOJ warning over voter rolls te 2026-07-15T16:20:43.066Z Arizona's elections boss rejects DOJ warning over voter rolls PHOENIX -- The state's chief election official has a message for the Department of Justice: We don't need to be reminded to comply with laws ensuring only citizens cast a ballot in Arizona. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57b155a12eaf174af7b1fb Why defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks could struggle to match last season's 14-3 record te 2026-07-15T16:12:05.362Z Why defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks could struggle to match last season's 14-3 record When baseball season started, I went in-depth on every single baseball team before Opening Day. I gave a betting preview and discussed the additions for each team. Believe it or not, we are about two months away from the beginning of the football season. So, I am going to do that for each one of the NFL teams. I’ll start based on records from last year, and we will begin with the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks. Last Year The discussion around Sam Darnold’s career completely shifted. Two years ago, he was looked at as a bust. Now he will forever live as a Super Bowl champion. Seattle beat the Patriots 29-13 in one of the more boring Super Bowl games in recent memory. Getting to the Super Bowl was a difficult path – at least in the NFC Championship Game. The Seahawks had to survive a back-and-forth battle against the Rams and won the game 31-27. They destroyed the 49ers in a comical game. Basically, from kickoff on, they embarrassed San Francisco, winning 41-6. Overall, the team went 14-3 and looked like the best team in football. KHOSLA FAMILY REACHES DEAL TO BUY SUPER BOWL CHAMPION SEAHAWKS FOR NFL-RECORD PRICE: REPORT Offseason Additions and Subtractions One of the bigger subtractions was Kenneth Walker III going to the Chiefs. Walker was the Super Bowl MVP, but there are other good running backs available in their room. They did lose some key pieces of their defense as well. Perhaps the one that will be the hardest to replace is Klint Kubiak, who is now the Raiders' head coach. They did extend some key pieces, though. They extended Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Charles Cross, and Derick Hall. NFL COACHES AND EXECUTIVES SAY PATRICK MAHOMES IS NO LONGER THE BEST QUARTERBACK IN THE NFL Roster I think it is hard to count out a team that has Sam Darnold and Smith-Njigba. Zach Charbonnet, who was injured in the playoffs, is now the primary back for the Seahawks. Even without Kubiak, they should still have a solid offense with their wide receiver corps. Smith-Njigba could be a top-three wide receiver (again), Cooper Kupp is one of the best veterans available, and Shaheed is a very strong third receiver. AJ Barner is also a solid tight end option, even though he is not one of the top options in the league. This defense was stronger than expected last season. They lost some pieces, so I do think they will be a bit worse, but still have many of their key players. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Betting Outlook The line on the Seahawks has dropped them from 14 wins to just 10.5 as their team total. I wouldn’t be overly surprised if the Seahawks do take a step back. Winning again after the Super Bowl is tough. The Rams are better, the 49ers are probably better, and even the Cardinals should be better. So, naturally, the Rams will take a step back. I don’t love the under 10.5, but I certainly won’t play the over. At -225, the Seahawks to make the playoffs have also lost value. If I had to play something, I would go under 10.5 as I have them at 10 wins, but this is one I’d stay off of. 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/6a57b141a12eaf174af7b1f2 Insurance breach exposes 7M driver's licenses te 2026-07-15T16:11:45.921Z Insurance breach exposes 7M driver's licenses AssuranceAmerica, an auto insurance provider that works through a network of independent agents, has disclosed a data breach affecting nearly 7 million people. The exposed information includes driver's license numbers and other personal details tied to auto insurance customers. The company said it detected suspicious activity on March 17, 2026, after malicious activity targeted one of its employees one day earlier. Investigators later found that an unauthorized third party accessed parts of AssuranceAmerica's IT environment and copied certain data files. According to an Indiana Attorney General breach listing, the incident affected 6,998,886 people. A California Attorney General notice also says AssuranceAmerica began notifying affected individuals after completing its file review on June 15, 2026. AssuranceAmerica sells auto, renters and commercial auto insurance through independent agents. So even if the company name does not sound familiar, your information could still be involved if your policy, quote, claim or driver details passed through its systems. ADT DATA BREACH EXPOSES CUSTOMER INFORMATION Free live CyberGuy class: Sick of Spam? Join us July 22 Join us Wednesday, July 22, at 1 p.m. ET for a free CyberGuy Live class that will help you cut down on robocalls, spam texts, junk email and other unwanted messages. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will walk you step by step through simple ways to filter spam, clean up your inbox and recognize the messages that could put your personal information at risk. No technical experience is needed. You’ll also receive our spam-stopping checklist, and every registrant will get a link to the class recording afterward. Reserve your free spot today at CyberGuyLive.com. AssuranceAmerica said the breach started with malicious activity that targeted one employee. The company did not explain exactly how the employee was targeted. However, it said it later disabled compromised credentials and unauthorized sessions. That detail should get your attention. Many breaches start with one stolen login, one convincing message or one infected device. Once attackers get inside, they can move quickly and look for files worth stealing. In this case, AssuranceAmerica said an unauthorized third party copied certain data files from its IT environment. The company then reviewed those files to identify affected individuals. AssuranceAmerica said the stolen files contained names plus one or more other types of personal information. That information may include contact details, auto insurance policy or account information, driver or vehicle information, claims-related information and driver's license numbers. The California notice also says some files may have included Tax ID information and/or Social Security numbers. That mix can create real risk. A scammer with your name, license number and insurance details may sound much more convincing. They could pretend to be from your insurer, a repair shop, a claims department or a state agency. This follows other identity-document breaches, including the Texas data breach that hit 3 million license customers. Once driver's license numbers leak, the risk can last much longer than a stolen credit card number. AssuranceAmerica said it took affected server devices offline and hired external forensic specialists to investigate. The company also said it reset passwords, deployed enhanced monitoring and threat detection tools and gave employees more cybersecurity instruction. It also notified law enforcement. AssuranceAmerica is offering 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring for affected individuals. That can help spot some suspicious activity. However, you still need to watch your insurance account, financial accounts and mail. A driver's license number can help an imposter build a more believable scam. Insurance information can make that scam feel personal. For example, a caller may mention your policy, your vehicle or a claim. Then they may ask you to "verify" more information. That is where the damage can grow. Also, stolen breach data can be matched with public records and data broker profiles. That can give criminals a fuller picture of your life. We have seen the same pattern in scams tied to travel accounts, phone accounts and other breaches, including the Booking.com breach that exposed traveler data to scams. BEFORE YOU CONNECT ANOTHER SMART TV, TABLET OR PHONE, LOCK IT DOWN If you receive a notice or think your information may be involved, take these steps now to make the stolen data harder to use. If you receive a notice from AssuranceAmerica, read it carefully. Check what information the company says may have been exposed in your case. Do not assume every affected person had the same data stolen. Some people may have had driver's license numbers exposed. Others may also have had Tax ID information or Social Security numbers involved. AssuranceAmerica says it is offering 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring. Use the instructions in the official notice. Be careful with emails or texts that claim to offer enrollment links. Scammers often copy real breach language to trick you. A credit freeze makes it harder for someone to open a new account in your name. You need to place a freeze separately with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. It is free, and you can lift it when you need to apply for credit. A fraud alert tells lenders to take extra steps before opening credit in your name. You can place a fraud alert with one credit bureau, and that bureau should notify the others. This adds another layer of protection if your personal information was exposed. Log in to your insurance account and check for changes you do not recognize. Look for unfamiliar claims, new contact details or strange policy updates. If something looks wrong, call the company using a number from your policy documents. Credential theft often starts with malware, a bad link or a fake download. Strong antivirus software can help block malicious files and phishing links before they cause damage. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com CARNIVAL BREACH MAY PUT YOUR TRAVEL DATA AT RISK Breached data becomes more useful when scammers can match it with your address, relatives, phone number or public records. A data removal service can help reduce what data brokers display about you. That will not undo a breach, but it can make you a harder target. Check out my top picks for data removal services and get a free scan to find out if your personal information is already out on the web by visiting CyberGuy.com. If someone calls about your policy, claim or payment, slow down. Do not share verification codes. Do not confirm sensitive details during an unexpected call. Instead, hang up and call the company back through an official number. If your driver's license number was exposed, review your state DMV's fraud guidance. Some states may offer replacement options or identity theft guidance. The rules vary, so check directly with your state agency. Create strong, unique passwords for your insurance account, email and financial apps. A password manager can also help you spot fake login pages. If it will not autofill, you may be on a scam site. Check out the best expert-reviewed password managers of 2026 at CyberGuy.com. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) for your insurance account, email and financial accounts when available. Use an authenticator app when you can. Text codes are better than nothing, but scammers often target them. The AssuranceAmerica data breach is a reminder that your driver's license number has become a high-value target. You may not be able to control how every company stores your information. However, you can make stolen data harder to use. Start with your credit. Then check your insurance account and watch for imposters who know just enough to sound convincing. Also, clean up the personal data already floating around online. The bigger issue is trust. Companies ask for sensitive information because they need it to do business. When that information leaks, you are the one left checking statements, freezing credit and worrying about what comes next. What should a company owe you when it loses the ID number you use to prove who you are? 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/6a57ae98a12eaf174af7b154 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort to host Route 66 Car Show on July 18 te 2026-07-15T16:00:24.337Z Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort to host Route 66 Car Show on July 18 Scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the free event will feature classic and modern hot rods, a live DJ, a donation-only car wash and judging by the public. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57ac7aa12eaf174af7b0d7 Country star cancels two weeks of concerts after father dies suddenly te 2026-07-15T15:51:22.837Z Country star cancels two weeks of concerts after father dies suddenly Country music star Zach John King is mourning the sudden loss of his father. On Tuesday, the 29-year-old artist took to Instagram to share the heartbreaking news. "Friday my dad suddenly went home to Jesus," he wrote alongside a series of photos of himself with his father. "He was our family’s rock. My best friend. The greatest man I will ever know. John King was the kind of husband, father, grandfather, friend, and follower of Jesus you’ll only find once in a lifetime. Those that knew him knew his eyes were never fixed on this weary world. It used to frustrate me how joyful he could be even in the worst moment of life. In his own words, that joy came from ‘the hope I have in Jesus.’" COUNTRY STAR MARK CHESNUTT'S LONGTIME BANDMATE DIES UNEXPECTEDLY ON TOUR BUS "In the literal blink of an eye Friday, he was home with Jesus where his soul longed to be," he continued. "We wanted 25 more years with him and that pain will cut deep for the rest of my life. However, if there were ever a moment to be sure my dad is waiting for me in the very place all of our souls long for, it would be now." "I am canceling the next two weeks of shows to grieve with my family," he added. "After that, Imma do what my dad would want me to do and get back to work. I’ll leave y’all with what he said every morning even when I didn’t want to hear it … ‘today is the day the Lord has made I will rejoice and be glad in it.’" LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I love you dad. I’ll see you soon." Close friends and fans were quick to share their respects. "I’m sorry Zach… praying for you and your family," Ella Langley commented. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Wow man I’m so so sorry. I know you’ve got an army around you but you also have the Lake’s lifting yall up as well. What a beautiful thing to be able to say of your dad. Leaving a legacy," Christian songwriter Brandon Lake added. King has spent the summer on tour with Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan, Riley Green and Thomas Rhett, while gearing up to headline his "Get to Drinkin' Tour" this fall. The Georgia native is among several artists who have recently canceled scheduled performances due to personal circumstances. Last year, country star Cody Johnson canceled all of his remaining 2025 tour dates after doctors discovered a ruptured eardrum that required immediate surgery. "It is with a very heavy heart I have to share the remainder of this year’s concert performances will not be able to happen," Johnson wrote in a statement shared on Instagram. "While battling a severe upper respiratory and sinus infection, I burst my eardrum. The severity of the rupture means I must undergo immediate surgery." Johnson said it wasn't "possible" for him to continue performing. "The healing process will take many weeks, and it is not possible for me to sing during this time. Without the surgery my downtime could be months," he added. "I pray for full healing so I can get well and return to doing what I love. Thank you COJO Nation for the love and support now, and always." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57aa49a12eaf174af7b07b Weightlifter accused of collecting $100K in disability while showing off in the gym online te 2026-07-15T15:42:01.858Z Weightlifter accused of collecting $100K in disability while showing off in the gym online A Long Island man has been accused of collecting disability payments while simultaneously competing in weightlifting competitions, and posting fitness content to social media, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Tuesday. Raymond Phillips, 40, was arrested this month after an investigation found that he allegedly collected more than $100,000 in disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) from 2021 to 2024, according to a statement from the attorney general's office. In a press release announcing the charges, the attorney general’s office included three photos from 2023 that appeared to show Phillips bench pressing and squatting. Phillips was able to receive disability payments by claiming a weightlifting injury prevented him from working, the attorney general's office said. WATCH: DR. OZ SAYS NEWSOM, OTHER BLUE STATES HAVE TURNED MEDICAID FRAUD INTO A 'FEATURE' "Raymond Phillips shamelessly collected benefits meant for disabled New Yorkers while boasting his weightlifting achievements on social media," James said in a statement. "My office has no tolerance for fraudsters who cheat the system and steal from programs that are a lifeline for New Yorkers in need." According to the attorney general's office, Phillips filed paperwork with the New York Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) in August 2018 claiming he injured his dominant arm that June from weightlifting. FTC CHIEF ACCUSES DEMOCRATS OF 'TRYING TO PROTECT THE FRAUDSTERS' BY WITHHOLDING DATA FROM TRUMP ADMIN In that paperwork, Phillips said he had undergone surgery, could not perform rudimentary tasks without help and was dealing with extreme pain, the attorney general's office said. In May 2021, Phillips' claim was approved by the federal government and for the next three years, he received payments, according to prosecutors. During that time, Phillips allegedly posted several videos and photos of himself weightlifting on Facebook and Instagram. His social media accounts have since been deleted. FBI ADDS 2 FUGITIVES TO 'MOST WANTED FRAUDSTERS' LIST AMID HISTORIC $6.5B HEALTHCARE TAKEDOWN: PATEL Conor Washington, special agent in charge at the SSA Office of Inspector General, also accused Phillips of continuing to work as a personal trainer while collecting disability payments. Phillips was charged in a three-count indictment, charging him with second degree grand larceny and two counts of offering a false instrument for filing in the first degree. If he is convicted of grand larceny, he'll face a maximum of 15 years in prison. Fox News Digital reached out to Phillips' defense attorney for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57aa36a12eaf174af7b072 Trump's 'third world' travel ban could become permanent if firebrand Republican lawmaker gets her way te 2026-07-15T15:41:42.402Z Trump's 'third world' travel ban could become permanent if firebrand Republican lawmaker gets her way FIRST ON FOX: One House Republican is moving forward with efforts to codify President Donald Trump's sweeping travel ban on "third-world" countries. Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., will introduce legislation Wednesday that would bar people from 39 countries across the Caribbean, Middle East and Africa from entering the United States, Fox News Digital has learned. Mace's bill, titled the Third World Immigration Moratorium Act, would also block entry for individuals traveling on Palestinian Authority-issued documents. The South Carolina lawmaker argued her legislation, which mirrors the list of countries facing full or partial bans under the Trump administration, is necessary because many immigrants from the affected countries have failed to assimilate into American life. TRUMP ADMIN ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF VISA RESTRICTION POLICY IN WESTERN HEMISPHERE "For too long, Washington has looked the other way while bad actors exploited every gap in our system and American families paid the price. Those days are over," Mace said in a statement obtained by Fox News Digital on her upcoming legislation. "If you import the third world, you will become the third world." "This bill makes crystal clear: entry into the United States is a privilege, not a right," she continued. "We make absolutely no apologies for defending it." Countries that would face travel restrictions include Afghanistan, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burma, Burundi, Chad, Cote d'Ivoire, Cuba, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Gabon, Gambia, Haiti, Iran, Laos, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Venezuela, Yemen, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The proposal comes after the Trump administration resurrected a travel ban on 12 countries in June 2025 after an Egyptian national was charged with carrying out a deadly firebombing attack in Boulder, Colo., on demonstrators calling for the release of hostages in Gaza. Trump later moved to expand the list by more than double after an Afghan national fatally shot 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, a member of the West Virginia National Guard, and severely injured U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe in Washington, D.C., 25, in November. The president argued the move was necessary to protect national security and guard against visa overstays after both perpetrators were in the country illegally after overstaying their visas.  Many of the countries on the travel ban list are among the poorest in the world and have struggled with instability and terrorism. Iran and Cuba — both longtime U.S. adversaries — are also among the countries targeted by the proposal.  Mace's legislation would exempt several categories of travelers, including lawful permanent residents, dual nationals using passports from countries not subject to the restrictions, diplomats, NATO personnel, athletes participating in major international competitions, special immigrant visa recipients who assisted U.S. forces and some people fleeing ethnic or religious persecution in Iran. ALITO RIPS RACE-BASED CLAIM IN HIGH-STAKES MIGRANT PROTECTIONS CASE AT SUPREME COURT Under Mace’s bill, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) secretary would possess the authority to grant case-by-case waivers if admitting an individual is determined to be in the nation's "critical interest." But the legislation is likely to face an uphill battle in the House amid expected opposition from Democrats and some Republicans who support legal immigration from several of the countries on her list. Earlier this year, a handful of Republicans joined Democrats in voting to extend Temporary Protected Status for Haitians despite the Trump administration's opposition. Some Republicans have also defended legal immigration for people from Cuba, Venezuela and other countries subject to the travel ban and often used as proxies of other foreign powers. Mace previously introduced legislation that would bar naturalized citizens from serving in most of the federal government, including in Congress and as federal judges. Wednesday’s legislation comes as Mace weighs her political future. The Republican firebrand is serving the final months of her House term after losing her bid for South Carolina governor earlier this year. She has floated running in a fast-approaching primary election to succeed the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly late Saturday evening. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a9e3a12eaf174af7b030 Stripe and Advent reportedly offered to buy PayPal for around $53.4B te 2026-07-15T15:40:19.977Z Stripe and Advent reportedly offered to buy PayPal for around $53.4B Stripe and private equity firm Advent International have reportedly submitted a joint bid to acquire PayPal in a deal valued at approximately $53.4 billion.  Reuters reports that the offer was submitted earlier this month and is backed by roughly $50 billion in committed bank financing. Under the pr Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a78da12eaf174af7afd3 Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba’s Qwen AI te 2026-07-15T15:30:21.383Z Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba’s Qwen AI Apple Intelligence is headed to China after regulators approved Apple’s AI services through a partnership with Alibaba. The long-rumored deal will bring Alibaba’s Qwen AI models to Apple’s operating systems, marking a major expansion of the company’s generative AI platform into one of its most impor Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a5aea12eaf174af7afae Billy Joel says aging musicians who keep making records past their prime 'dilute their legacy' te 2026-07-15T15:22:22.720Z Billy Joel says aging musicians who keep making records past their prime 'dilute their legacy' Billy Joel believes in leaving on a high note. The five-time Grammy winner said he stopped writing music after his 1993 album "River of Dreams" because he felt like "I was done." "I didn’t want to lock myself in a cave and devote myself like a monk to writing anymore. I had done it 12 times," he told music producer Rick Beato in an interview posted to YouTube on Monday. The "Uptown Girl" singer added that he also had a wife, ex Christie Brinkley, and a young daughter — his oldest, Alexa — at the time. Joel and Brinkley divorced in 1994. RINGO STARR REVEALS THE ONE HUMBLE RITUAL THE BEATLES REFUSED TO QUIT EVEN AT THE HEIGHT OF FAME He said he realized the Beatles made 12 albums and "that was just enough for me." "And I decided I was not going to do it anymore because I’ve heard artists who keep putting out records and they really … they dilute their legacy," he added. "Maybe they’re not as good as they used to be, or they’re not as motivated as they were, but it ends up trailing off. I didn’t want to go like that." The "Piano Man" singer didn’t name any of the aging artists he had in mind. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS He admitted that "it’s not easy to do " after Beato said he respected his decision to let his past music stand for itself. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Saying ‘no’ sometimes is really hard to do," he said, adding that, however, he did do an album of classical piano pieces afterward. "That’s where I wanted to go. I was ready to do that," he said. "I didn’t want to just keep beating a dead horse and keep being played because I was Billy Joel. I wanted it to be good, and I recognized that I didn’t have the same motivation I used to have, so I said, ‘Stop. Don’t kill it.’" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a59ba12eaf174af7afa5 Jimmy Kimmel guest host makes crude jokes about Lindsay Graham, sister replacing him as senator te 2026-07-15T15:22:03.267Z Jimmy Kimmel guest host makes crude jokes about Lindsay Graham, sister replacing him as senator Comedian Ike Barinholtz made some crude jokes about former Sen. Lindsey Graham on Tuesday and his sister replacing him in the Senate while guest hosting Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show. "But the big political story today is that we officially have a replacement for Lindsey Graham in the Senate," he said. "And it's Lindsey Graham's sister, which is very confusing because I always thought Lindsey Graham was Lindsey Graham's sister." Graham's sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in on Tuesday to take over her brother's Senate seat and became the first female senator from South Carolina. LINDSEY GRAHAM'S SISTER CARRIES ON LATE SENATOR'S WORK, BECOMING SOUTH CAROLINA'S FIRST FEMALE SENATOR "Darlene Graham Nordone, she was sworn in this afternoon on Capitol Hill and will finish her brother's term in office," Barinholtz added. "And Darlene said she'll work very hard over the next several months to support the president and she pledges to suck his t--- even harder than her brother did." Fox News Digital reached out to the office of the late Senator Graham for comment.  Barinholtz also joked that he liked that Graham was being replaced by his sister and said he was going to follow suit. "In fact, I'm going to use it myself. I hereby decree that in the event I am unable to fill my duties here at the Jimmy Kimmel show, the remainder of my term as guest host will be served out by my sister, Ikena Barinholtz," he said, as the show panned to someone in the audience. JIMMY KIMMEL GUEST HOST JOKES ABOUT ABOUT LINDSEY GRAHAM'S DEATH AND SHOW GETTING 'PULLED OFF THE AIR AGAIN' During "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Monday, Barinholtz also joked about the late South Carolina senator's death, and included a quip about Mitch McConnell. "What a crazy weekend," Barinholtz said. "Mitch McConnell is alive, Lindsey Graham is dead. There's so many opportunities to get Jimmy's show pulled off the air again. They’re gonna pull it off!" He appeared to be referring to Kimmel’s brief suspension after he had joked about the death of conservative activist and TPUSA co-founder Charlie Kirk after he was assassinated last year. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Graham, 71, died Saturday night. An autopsy performed on Sunday said that Graham died from an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., has been absent from the Senate for weeks following a health scare. On Sunday, just hours after Graham's death, McConnell revealed details about his nearly month-long hospital stay, saying in a statement, "My doctors have confirmed that I didn’t break any bones or suffer a concussion. I didn’t have a heart attack or a stroke. I don’t have any tumors or hemorrhages." After joking about McConnell’s health Monday night, Barinholtz sarcastically remarked, "In all seriousness, though, I do want to extend well-wishes to Senator McConnell. I hope you get the quality healthcare you've fought so hard to deny everyone else. Pulling for you, Mitch!" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a587a12eaf174af7af9c Police say Canadian woman slapped teen over Trump and ICE clothing before ICE detained her te 2026-07-15T15:21:43.810Z Police say Canadian woman slapped teen over Trump and ICE clothing before ICE detained her A Canadian woman living in New Jersey is now facing charges after being accused of attacking a teen wearing pants that displayed "Trump" and "ICE" on the boardwalk. According to a report from NJ.com, Kaitlyn E. Tracey, 33, allegedly "slapped the victim across her face and body." It happened after police say she approached the group of teens while recording them on her phone on the Point Pleasant Beach boardwalk. MEDIA ATTACKS DONALD TRUMP'S FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION, CLAIMING IT 'SULLIED' AMERICA 250 Tracey reportedly did not jive with the group's "patriotic colored sweatpants with political wording," police said. The Point Pleasant Beach Police Department said it happened Friday night, July 3, during the start of the Fourth of July holiday weekend; surveillance video captured her allegedly "striking the juvenile female, once to the body and once to the face, with an open hand." 📩 Send me a story idea: kelsie.cairns@fox.com 📸 Instagram: kelsiecairns_tv 🎥 Facebook: Kelsie Cairns She then ran off from the scene. Days later, Tracey was arrested on charges following an investigation into the case. FBI ARRESTS PROTESTER WHO THREATENED TO KILL ICE OFFICER'S FAMILY AT NJ DETENTION CENTER PROTEST, BLANCHE SAYS Police confirm Tracey is facing charges of endangering the welfare of a child, simple assault, harassment, and obstruction. Tracey, who is a Canadian citizen, came to the U.S. in 2024 with a passport, the report says. On Tuesday, a man claiming to be Tracey's husband posted a tearful plea on social media regarding the incident. NEW JERSEY GOVERNOR, DEMOCRATIC SENATOR SPEND MEMORIAL DAY PROTESTING ICE FACILITY In the video he said, "Yesterday July 13, my wife was detained by ICE and brought to Delaney Hall in North New Jersey." A search of the ICE detainee locator confirms Tracey is in ICE custody at the Delaney Hall facility. Fox News Digital has reached out to ICE for comment. When reached by Fox News Digital, Tracey's attorney Francis Hodgsen declined to comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a574a12eaf174af7af93 Pro wrestling's most viral stars end NJ beach showcase with 'Curtain Call' as one is rumored to be WWE bound te 2026-07-15T15:21:24.362Z Pro wrestling's most viral stars end NJ beach showcase with 'Curtain Call' as one is rumored to be WWE bound There’s only one cure for a hot summer day in New Jersey – the beach. Fight Factory Wrestling brought the sun, the cool ocean breeze and the excitement to the Jersey Shore on Tuesday night when it hosted The War on the Shore 3 at Martell’s Tiki Bar at Point Pleasant Beach. Hundreds of fans brought their beach chairs, grabbed a cool beverage and watched a massive card featuring rising stars on the independent scene and familiar great do battle with some championships on the line as well as future opportunities for those big matches. COMPLETE PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE ON FOX NEWS DIGITAL The final co-main event of the evening featured what was described as "ContentMania" among three pro wrestlers who have made incredible waves on social media. "Big Trouble" Ben Bishop was looking to defend the Fight Factory Premier Championship against the "Most Marketable" Richard Holliday and "The Veteran" Jack Vaughn. Holliday made clear from the jump that no one was exempt from his "Signature Move," hitting it on Bishop early in the brawl. As the match wore on, Holliday and Bishop paid tribute to WWE star Matt Cardona, once known "Indy God," and performed some of his moves in the ring. Unfortunately, at one point, the referee was knocked out. The championship match turned into a free-for-all with everyone trying to get their licks in before the official woke out of his slumber. Holliday seemed to be in control when Tommy Invincible’s music hit. "ContentMania" could not be without Invincible, who has a comparable following to those in the match. Invincible would take out Holliday before the referee got back in gear. Bishop would turn his attention to Vaughn, eventually pinning him for the victory. The focus was on Holliday after the match. Amid rumors of his impending WWE move, he left his boots in the ring following a match at Game Changer Wrestling over the weekend. Would he do the same in Point Pleasant Beach? Instead, Holliday, Bishop, Vaughn and Invincible performed another wrestling trope. They took a page out of the playbook of WWE legends Triple H, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall and Shawn Michaels and performed their own version of the infamous "Curtain Call." The act, which was done at a house show in 1996, saw Triple H, Nash, Hall and Michaels break character and embrace. By that time, Nash and Hall were about to change the game and jump to World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Triple H has said that’s when he believed the Attitude Era in professional wrestling really started. For the men in the ring on Tuesday night, they received an ovation as well. However, Invincible wasn’t exempt from the "Signature Move." Holliday hit it one more time and the group walked to the back. Holliday’s future is bright and there’s still plenty of dates left on his independent schedule this month. But he did seem to give the subtle hint that he could be NXT bound soon. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The other co-main event featured three of some of the hardest-hitting women’s wrestlers the sport has to offer. Lady Frost was defending her Fight Factory Wrestling Premier Women’s Championship against Steph De Lander and Allie Katch. Each competitor was giving it their all with brutalizing chops, tough suplexes and going above and beyond to try to win that championship. The match went outside of the ring in its latter stages. Frost brought De Lander and Katch near the entrance where a purple SUV was parked. She went to the top of the vehicle and nailed a moonsault on her competitors. The move got the crowd going. Katch recovered and made her way back to the ring. But Frost had some business to take care of with De Lander. Frost trudged through the sand and allowed De Lander, an Australian native, to get in touch with the Atlantic Ocean. She whipped De Lander into the water, submerging her competitor completely. De Lander was stifled and Frost made her way back to the ring area. Frost eventually pinned Katch to retain the championship. == Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a342a12eaf174af7af2f Alabama sheriff details gruesome murders of veteran and wife inside their own home te 2026-07-15T15:12:02.622Z Alabama sheriff details gruesome murders of veteran and wife inside their own home A military veteran along with his wife were both gruesomely killed during a burglary in Alabama, according to officials. A 46-year-old man was arrested after allegedly killing a husband and wife found dead at their Reform, Alabama, home Sunday, the Pickens County Sheriff's Office said. Justin Elrod and his wife, Lena Elrod, were discovered dead at 12:15 a.m. following reports of a burglary. George Birmingham faces charges in their deaths, officials said. Birmingham was arrested on charges of one count of capital murder, two counts of murder, one count of burglary and additional drug-related charges. FLORIDA MEN INDICTED IN ARMED HOME INVASION WHERE SUSPECT POSED AS UTILITY WORKER, 13-YEAR-OLD ZIP-TIED: DOJ Court records indicate Birmingham was accused of killing Lena Elrod with an electric saw and stabbed or struck Justin Elrod in the head with a metallic object. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The sheriff's office said Birmingham was accused of killing the husband and wife before the burglary inside their home. According to WBRC, a motive hasn't been established, but authorities said Birmingham was an "acquaintance" of the Elrods. SLAIN NJ MOTHER 911 CALL MADE BY HER HUSBAND HAS FORENSIC EXPERT WARNING ONE MISTAKE COULD DERAIL FOCUS Aliceville Mayor Terrence Windham described Justin Elrod as a hard worker who was humble. "He was a very humble guy, and he was the last person that I would think that something like this would happen to," Windham said. "He survived the military, survived working in the prison, and now, this situation, it just makes it even worse." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Jason Burns, who was a co-worker with Justin Elrod at a federal prison, said he's still at a loss that his friend was killed. NFL STAR'S BROTHER CHARGED WITH MURDER OF MOTHER AFTER POLICE FOUND HIM SELF-BARRICADED NEAR BODY "About every five minutes," Burns said. "About every five minutes, I’m having that moment." SEND US A TIP "We ask everyone to continue keeping the victims’ families, those affected by this tragedy, and the responding first responders in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time," the sheriff's office said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a32fa12eaf174af7af26 Ice-T drops marriage advice after more than 20 years with Coco Austin te 2026-07-15T15:11:43.165Z Ice-T drops marriage advice after more than 20 years with Coco Austin Ice-T is dropping marriage advice that has allowed him to stay happily married to Coco Austin for 20 years. Ice-T and Jon Heder are co-starring on the FOX celebrity competition series "Nation's Dumbest," hosted by Jack Whitehall. At the press event, Ice-T spoke to Fox News Digital about maintaining his marriage. "I think in a relationship, I think you just have to do what got you guys started. You know, when you first started dating, you can't get rid of date night," Ice-T, whose legal name is Tracy Lauren Marrow, said. "Life comes in, drama, stress, but you got to return to that moment as much as you can. And then talk a lot. You know? Never let a problem fester. If there's a problem, let's get it out. Let's talk about it quick. Don't let it sit. JESSIE JAMES DECKER ON WHY HER MARRIAGE TO ERIC DECKER HASN'T LOST ITS SPARK AFTER FOUR KIDS "Don't be mad at me for like a month about something I didn't even know got you mad," Ice-T continued before adding, "Jon's been married for a while too. He understands." Heder then chimed in with a proactive reason for Ice-T's successful relationship. "But I think the secret for you is also expanding," Heder added. "Yeah, expand. I expand. If I don't expand right, you know, women need expansion," Ice-T concluded. WATCH: Ice-T drops marriage advice after 20 years with Coco Austin Ice-T and Coco have been married since 2002. They share their 10-year-old daughter, Chanel Nicole Marrow. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Heder married his wife, Kirsten the same year as Ice-T and Coco. Kirsten and Jon share four kids. "Nation's Dumbest" is FOX's new celebrity competition series that puts a comedic twist on the traditional game show format. Hosted by Whitehall, the series challenges 12 celebrities to return to "summer school," where they compete in a mix of classroom-inspired trivia, physical games and school-themed challenges. But unlike most competition shows, the objective isn't to win — it's to be eliminated. Each week, the contestant who performs the best "graduates" from the competition, while those who struggle remain in the game. In the end, the last celebrity standing earns the title no one wants: "The Nation's Dumbest." Ice-T told Fox News Digital that there is still one question from the series that haunts him. "Yeah, 'how do you spell guarantee?' I mean, I know how to spell guarantee, starts G-U, and I don't know, I was standing on a ledge," Ice-T said. WATCH: Ice-T shares question that still haunts him from 'Nation's Dumbest' He continued, "You know, in the moment, your brain is scrambled. And I knew how to spell it, and spelled it wrong." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The inaugural cast includes Ice-T, Heder, Hilaria Baldwin, Carmen Electra, Anthony Michael Hall, Chase Hudson, Elle King, Matt Leinart, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Steve-O, JoJo Siwa and Andrew Yang. The format, which has found success internationally, blends pop quizzes, report cards, recess-inspired games and "final exams" with Whitehall's signature humor. FOX has described the series as a fresh take on celebrity competition television, designed to deliver laughs by turning the usual goal of winning completely upside down. The series premieres Wednesday, July 15, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on FOX and streams the next day on Hulu. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a31ba12eaf174af7af1d Ryan Reynolds stars as shot-down Navy pilot rescued by ex-KGB agent in Apple TV+’s ‘Mayday’ te 2026-07-15T15:11:23.718Z Ryan Reynolds stars as shot-down Navy pilot rescued by ex-KGB agent in Apple TV+’s ‘Mayday’ Apple TV's new movie "Mayday" looks awesome. Basic info: NETFLIX RELEASES BONE-CHILLING PREVIEW FOR NEW THRILLER SERIES 'I WILL FIND YOU' STARRING SAM WORTHINGTON Apple TV released the trailer for "Mayday" on Tuesday, and it took no time at all for it to start making waves online. It's not hard to understand why. A Cold War action-comedy with Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh is absolutely going to draw serious interest. Judging from the trailer, fans are in for a very fun time with "Mayday." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Check out the preview starring Reynolds and Branagh below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. A Cold War action-comedy with Ryan Reynolds playing a shot down American pilot evading capture in the Soviet Union? Say no more. I'm absolutely sold, and I love the fact the Soviet guy who finds him loves the USA. Realistic? Not at all, but it is a fun concept. It's also a further sign that there's been a serious vibe shift in entertainment away from slop and towards stuff that is actually entertaining. You can catch "Mayday" on Apple TV starting September 4th. Make sure to let me know your thoughts on the trailer at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57a0c4a12eaf174af7aec0 Stephen Miller says Iranian officials are 'desperate' to strike a deal with Trump after escalation te 2026-07-15T15:01:24.055Z Stephen Miller says Iranian officials are 'desperate' to strike a deal with Trump after escalation White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said Tuesday that some Iranian officials are "desperate" to strike a deal with the Trump administration amid renewed strikes and escalating U.S. pressure on Tehran. "There are elements in the country, in the government, that are desperate to make a deal with the United States," Miller said. "And we entered into an agreement that the Iranians violated, they attacked commercial shipping through this strait, and President Trump made clear: 'You do not cross the United States, you do not violate an agreement with the United States. You do not break your word with President Trump or America, and you attack shipping in violation of that agreement, and you will pay a hellish price,' and that is what has happened," he added. TRUMP SAYS IRAN CEASEFIRE IS 'OVER' AFTER IRANIAN ATTACKS TRIGGER MASSIVE US RESPONSE Miller's remarks come as the Trump administration has resumed strikes against Iran following the collapse of a ceasefire that the White House says Iran violated by attacking commercial shipping. Miller argued Tehran had grown accustomed to testing previous U.S. leaders without facing consequences but said Iranian leaders "made one vital mistake" by assuming they could do the same under Trump. "They forgot that Donald Trump is the president of the United States," Miller said. TRUMP HAS 3 CHOICES TO DEFINE VICTORY IF HE WANTS TO BEAT IRAN. NONE OF THEM ARE EASY "One way or another, whether it be through bombing, whether it be through the blockade, whether it be through economic strangulation, whether it be through global pressure brought to bear, any or all of these things, one way or another, this country, this regime, will ultimately be forced to change its ways." Miller later said the administration believes the apparent divisions inside Iran are evidence that the president's strategy is succeeding. "For 47 years, there wasn't an inch of daylight. There wasn't any crack," Miller said. "Now you have this giant canyon-sized fissure as the country is fighting amongst itself for its future." Miller reiterated the administration's objective of preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, arguing that the regime must abandon its nuclear ambitions before lasting peace can be achieved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579ebca12eaf174af7ae54 Family stopped alleged child kidnapper as police say staffing shortage delayed response up to 40 minutes te 2026-07-15T14:52:44.806Z Family stopped alleged child kidnapper as police say staffing shortage delayed response up to 40 minutes Portland police say a staffing shortage contributed to a 30- to 40-minute response to an alleged attempted kidnapping of a 7-year-old tourist at a downtown waterfront park over the weekend, with newly released police data showing the city typically has about 59 patrol officers on the streets at any given time. The Portland Police Bureau recently released new staffing and response-time data as officials seek to explain how limited patrol resources affect emergency calls and why response times can vary across the city. Shortly before 7 p.m. Saturday, Portland police received reports of a naked man running through Tom McCall Waterfront Park, with one caller reporting the suspect had attempted to punch someone. Police previously said no officers were immediately available because they were responding to other emergencies. NEW 911 AUDIO CAPTURES NEIGHBORS WARNING OF 'FULL-OUT WAR' BEFORE POLICE WERE ATTACKED IN BLOCK PARTY CHAOS About 12 minutes later, another 911 caller reported the suspect had grabbed a 7-year-old girl and attempted to pull her away from her mother. Officers ultimately arrested 31-year-old Daniel Vasey after finding him swimming in the nearby Willamette River. He faces charges including attempted kidnapping in the first and second degree, first-degree custodial interference, third-degree assault and harassment. Investigators said Vasey grabbed the girl's arm while her mother held onto the other arm, lifting the child off the ground during the struggle. The girl's father and several bystanders intervened, punching, slapping and pulling Vasey away before one witness used pepper spray to stop him, according to police. BOSTON COP PELTED BY MOB AS DIRT BIKE SUSPECT ESCAPES IN WILD VIRAL VIDEO: ‘HE WAS ALL ALONE’ The family, police said, was visiting Portland from out of state. Officers did not reach the scene for an estimated 30 to 40 minutes after the initial 911 calls because they were tied up responding to a barricaded suspect in Portland's Old Town neighborhood, according to FOX 12 Oregon. During a news conference this week, Deputy Chief Brian Hughes said major incidents can quickly consume available patrol resources. "We don't have the appropriate amount of police officers to handle the amount of demand for police services," Hughes told reporters. WILD VIDEO SHOWS INMATES RIOTING INSIDE JAIL AFTER FRUSTRATIONS OVER ACCESS BOIL OVER Police said officers responding to a barricaded suspect in Portland's Old Town neighborhood were unavailable when roughly a dozen 911 calls began coming in about the naked man at Waterfront Park. Sgt. Matt Jacobson, of the bureau's Major Crimes Division, said incidents like the barricaded suspect can quickly consume available resources. "They're resource intensive. And so when you have a draw like that, it really puts a drain on the entire city, not just that precinct," Jacobson told reporters. Hughes said the bureau was operating with 41 patrol officers across Portland that night, along with 10 officers working overtime, a roughly 24% reduction from planned staffing. He said there are no reserve patrol officers who can be called in immediately when multiple major incidents unfold at once. NAKED MAN TRIES TO KIDNAP 7-YEAR-OLD TOURIST FROM MOTHER AT PORTLAND PARK, BYSTANDERS INTERVENE "Unless it's an on-call group of officers like the SWAT team or the traffic team, there's no additional officers that I can just bring in at a moment's notice," Hughes said. According to the bureau's newly released staffing dashboard, Portland has 809 sworn members, including 572 officers. The bureau says 328 patrol officers are assigned to answer 911 calls across the city's three precincts. Because patrol officers work rotating schedules, attend court, take leave, complete mandatory training and handle ongoing calls, the bureau estimates about 59 patrol officers are typically working on Portland streets at any given time. The bureau says officers were dispatched to approximately 221,000 calls for service in 2025, about 605 calls per day, or one every 2.4 minutes. Officials also released new response-time data showing that delays are driven primarily by calls waiting for an available officer rather than travel time. According to the bureau, high-priority calls average 19.5 minutes from dispatch to arrival, including about 10.9 minutes waiting for an available officer. Medium-priority calls average 46.7 minutes, while low-priority calls average nearly 95 minutes. Hughes said officers are often forced to triage calls because there are not enough available patrol units to respond immediately. "It's just triaging calls as they come in on the street, as opposed to having enough officers to handle each call as they came in," Hughes said. The staffing dashboard also shows the bureau has 68 sworn vacancies. Police estimate Portland has about 1.26 sworn officers per 1,000 residents, compared with what the bureau says is a national average of approximately 2.4 officers per 1,000 residents. Fox News Digital reached out to the Portland Police Bureau seeking additional information about its staffing shortages and response times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579ea9a12eaf174af7ae4b Biden book launch backfires as critics mock ‘autopen’ president into oblivion te 2026-07-15T14:52:25.355Z Biden book launch backfires as critics mock ‘autopen’ president into oblivion Former President Joe Biden’s announcement of a forthcoming memoir drew swift mockery from conservatives Wednesday, with critics reviving questions about his health, age and use of an autopen during his presidency. "This guy couldn't even sign his own name. He's not writing books. LMAO," wrote former Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt on X. "Politicians write books to launder money. Nobody wants to read this, but the corrupt NGOs he provided for as President will buy up 100K copies and burn 'em to hold up their end of the bribes,’" the former reality TV star added. EX-DEM INSIDER REVEALS SHE WILL EXPOSE DEMOCRATS WHO COVERED UP BIDEN'S COGNITIVE DECLINE IN NEW BOOK Biden's memoir, "PROMISE ME, AMERICA," will chronicle his presidency and reveal the "deeply agonizing calculation" behind his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, according to a press release announcing the book. The memoir is set to come out on Nov. 17, about two weeks after the midterms. Biden announced the book in a video posted to X Wednesday. He added that he has been receiving treatment for his cancer diagnosis and that it has been going "really well." "It's about the challenges we face as a nation and about the decisions I made and why I made them, leading the country through co rebuilding our economy and restoring our democracy after the attack on January 6th, ending our nation's longest war in Afghanistan, strengthening NATO and supporting Ukraine," Biden said. SOCIAL MEDIA ERUPTS AFTER JILL BIDEN REVEALS SHE WAS 'FRIGHTENED' WATCHING JOE'S DISASTROUS DEBATE Social media users swiftly mocked Biden’s announcement. "The first lie of Joe Biden’s book launch: ‘I’ve written a book,’" wrote conservative communicator Steve Guest. "Could you imagine if this guy was halfway through his second term. it’s still insane to me that so many people lied about this man’s health to hold onto power," wrote The Brand Brief’s Nathan Brand on X. JAKE TAPPER DISPUTES JILL BIDEN'S CLAIM SHE FEARED FOR HUSBAND'S HEALTH AT CNN DEBATE "Joe Biden couldn’t sign his own pardons. Now he’s ‘written’ a book, which Democrats forced him to release after the midterms so he wouldn’t be in the news to remind people how bad he was," wrote Outkick founder Clay Travis. "Who in the world is buying this book?" "Who do we think wrote this book," questioned Daily Wire editor-in-chief Brent Scher. "Did the autopen write this too," Missouri Republican Rep. Jason Smith questioned. "Auto pen," Republican candidate for Congress in Florida Mark Kaye wrote simply. Many X users responded to the video announcement with the photo in the Presidential Walk of Fame that shows an image of an autopen marking Biden’s name. President Donald Trump replaced Biden’s portrait with the device previously used by the commander in chief to sign important orders, including pardons. Trump has railed against Biden’s use of the autopen, claiming the former president didn’t know what documents he was signing and that thousands of pardons were void. Trump and other Republicans have questioned Biden’s mental acuity while in office. Fox News Digital reached out to the Office of Joe Biden and the White House for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579e95a12eaf174af7ae42 Trump reverses DHS policy, orders ICE to resume vehicle stops after one-day pause te 2026-07-15T14:52:05.904Z Trump reverses DHS policy, orders ICE to resume vehicle stops after one-day pause The day after the Department of Homeland Security announced a pause on ICE vehicle stops, President Donald Trump instructed the agency to reverse course on what he called "one of ICE's most important and effective Crime Fighting tools." In a social media post, Trump wrote, "We CANNOT give up one of ICE's most important and effective Crime fighting tools, THE TRAFFIC STOP!" The president reasoned that the announced DHS policy shift would be "playing right into the criminal’s [sic] hands." "The Radical Left Dumocrats would like to see this done, but it won’t happen on my watch," he wrote. Addressing federal agents directly, he then said, "ICE, be judicious, fair and smart, and go back and do your very important job." ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT The White House confirmed with Fox News that the president had overturned the pause on vehicle stops. This comes after multiple ICE sources confirmed with Fox News on Tuesday that agents were being instructed nationwide to cease most vehicle stops, a major shift in the agency’s immigration enforcement operations. According to the sources, agents were instructed to end all vehicle stops except for targets considered to be the most egregious with serious or violent criminal histories. The pause was said to be indefinite and was to remain in effect until DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin had approved new vehicle stop training, and it had been implemented to agents in the field. The pause followed two individuals being fatally shot by ICE agents during vehicle stops in Maine and Texas within the span of one week. One senior ICE source remarked to Fox News that the change is "horrible but needs to happen." ICE SAYS OFFICER SHOT AND KILLED ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT WHO TRIED TO RAM HIM WITH CAR IN HOUSTON Trump, however, appears to feel differently. "The men and women of ICE are doing a GREAT job, one that has to be done. CRIME IS WAY DOWN IN AMERICA, in many cases with numbers that haven’t been seen in decades," he wrote. He said that under former President Joe Biden, who he referred to as "Sleepy Joe Biden," allowed 25 million people into the country, many of whom he said were "unchecked and unvetted." "Many were Criminals, and we have to get them out. In order to do this, we must be strong, tough, and smart," he wrote. ICE OFFICER HAILED AS HERO AFTER SAVING DRIVER INJURED IN MISSOURI CRASH To the ICE agents operating across the country, Trump wrote, "Keep those Crime Stat Records coming!" and "Remember, you are loved and respected in America." The statement was reposted by DHS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579e82a12eaf174af7ae39 How the 'long march' through the institutions led to socialist takeover of Dem Party: 'Need to wake up' te 2026-07-15T14:51:46.446Z How the 'long march' through the institutions led to socialist takeover of Dem Party: 'Need to wake up' The rise of socialist candidates across the United States has reignited a long-running debate over how far left the Democratic Party has shifted, with political veterans from both parties telling Fox News Digital the movement's success is the product of decades of ideological change that started with cultural institutions and that failing to confront it could have profound consequences for the country's future. "Yuri Bezmenov, a KGB defector, warned of ‘great brainwashing’ schemes to undermine America and the West some 40 years ago," New York City Republican Councilwoman Inna Vernikov, who grew up in Soviet Ukraine, told Fox News Digital. "What we’re seeing now is anything but ‘grassroots’; it’s the effect of decades-long campaigns to subvert American thought and way of life." That campaign, some experts argue, is the underlying reason behind the rise of socialist candidates like New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the candidates he backed for Congress last month, as well as Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, and the various other candidates who embrace socialist ideology. THE DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS ARE NO LONGER ON THE FRINGE "Marxist schemes slowly mainstreamed once-fringe ideas like ‘America is systematically racist,’ or ‘all cops are bastards,’ and ‘capitalism is evil,’" Vernikov explained. "The biggest culprits are the education system, which is increasingly beholden to radicalized teachers’ unions, and moderate Democrat politicians who have refused to challenge – and in most cases embraced – their radical, anti-West peers. The next thing you know, we have a socialist mayor committed to the destruction of our value system and three of his cronies on their way to Congress." Mike Gonzalez, a senior fellow at the Heritage Foundation who fled communist Cuba in the 1970s, told Fox News Digital the path to this point over the last several decades was blazed by the "long march through the institutions" where the "cultural left took over the K-12 school system, higher education, art houses, media, entertainment, and museums." NEWT GINGRICH: THE DECLARATION STILL TERRIFIES SOCIALISTS AND TYRANTS, HERE AND ABROAD Gonzalez, co-author of the book "NextGen Marxism: What It Is and How to Combat It," pointed to a sweeping new White House report which concluded that the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History (NMAH) has become a taxpayer-backed institution of "ideological capture" and "extreme political activism." "People think America is exceptional because it is rich and powerful, which completely misunderstands American exceptionalism and the concept of exceptionalism. American exceptionalism is not at all about America being free, rich and powerful," Gonzalez said. "On the contrary, America is rich and powerful because of America’s exceptional nature. And that has nothing to do with being rich and powerful. It has to do with the fact that America derived its sovereignty from the concept of natural rights. They stopped demanding their rights as Englishmen and turned around and started demanding their rights as men under the concept of natural rights — that they have these rights that are endowed by the Creator with natural rights, and that these rights are eternal. Nobody has taught Mamdani this. Instead, they have taught Mamdani to hate America — that America is structurally oppressive and systemically racist — and that has been the message of these institutions." SOCIALISTS LAUNCH RADICAL PLATFORM TO ABOLISH THE US SENATE IN BID TO FUNDAMENTALLY TRANSFORM AMERICA As concerns about the growth of socialism and communism grow, the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is adopting and rolling out an updated platform that cuts at the heart of what many conservatives view as America’s constitutional framework and public-safety system, including calls to abolish the U.S. Senate, replace the Electoral College, defund police departments and abolish prisons. Gonzalez told Fox News Digital that if he had to put a date on when the left’s cultural takeover began to explode, it would be the 1980s. "It started in earnest in the 80s because the members of the New Left that had been terrorists, like the Weather Underground and the Black Panthers and so forth, they come out of hiding and they start taking over the teaching profession," Gonzalez explained. "They go into cultural areas and by the late 80s, you have the doctrine of Critical Race Theory, before that, you have critical legal theory and that takes over the law schools and then it gravitates to all faculties and then it comes to the Ivy walls in the second decade of the of the twenty-first century with Obama, Obama creates the environment for it." Much has been made in recent months about the disappearance of "moderates" within the Democratic Party and some attribute that to what Gonzalez referred to as the "decimation" of moderate Democrats in red and purple districts during the Obama years. Obama, who moved in many of the same Chicago political and civic circles as former Weather Underground co-founder Bill Ayers during his early political career, is often accused by conservatives as opening the door to the far-left of the party with his rhetoric and big government policies like Obamacare. During Obama's eight years in office, Democrats lost more than 1,000 elected offices nationwide, including 63 House seats, 12 Senate seats, 12 governorships, and roughly 940 state legislative seats, in one of the party's most severe down-ballot declines in modern history. During Obama's presidency, as moderate Democrats were losing elected offices across the country, several high-profile left-wing movements emerged, including Occupy Wall Street and Black Lives Matter. The country also witnessed widespread protests, and, in some cities, riots, following high-profile police shootings, including the unrest in Ferguson, Missouri, after the 2014 shooting of Michael Brown. How did the Democratic Party go from pragmatic bipartisan leaders in the 1980s and 1990s to the schism between socialists and moderates that exists today? Gonzalez suggested patriotism is the underlying issue. "I would go back to pre-Bill Clinton," Gonzalez said when asked about the last time the Democratic Party had leaders who could stand up to the socialist wing. "I would say Tip O'Neill, and Dick Gephardt, these are people that I strongly disagreed with when I was alive back then, I disagreed with them on Central American policy, but they loved the flag, they loved America, they loved capitalism. Tip O'Neill would not have put up with Mamdani's balderdash on collectivism or seizing the means of production." A Gallup poll released in late June found Americans' national pride has fallen to its lowest level in the survey's 25-year history, with just 53% saying they are "extremely" or "very" proud to be American. The survey also found a sharp partisan divide: 93% of Republicans said they were extremely or very proud to be American, compared to 27% of Democrats, continuing a trend of widening differences in national pride between the two parties. Veteran Democratic strategist Hank Sheinkopf told Fox News Digital the political divide in the United States now essentially boils down to two groups: those who love the country and those who don’t. EXPERT WHO FLED CUBA WARNS OF ‘VICIOUS CYCLE’ THAT WILL LEAD TO ‘COMMUNISTS IN DOUBLE DIGITS’ IN CONGRESS "If you hate this country, it doesn't matter whether you are a Republican or a Democrat," Sheinkopf said. "If someone hates the country, you have an obligation to do whatever you can to stop them. And the people telling you they hate this country mean they hate its residents as well. They hate differences, they hate multi-ethnic societies, they hate Western democracy, and they're going to do whatever they can to stop it. If you look at the DSA website, it's pretty clear." As far as what can be done to reverse the spread of communist ideology within the Democratic Party, Sheinkopf said Democrats need to " engage in real partisanship as opposed to blabathons" while focusing less on Trump and more on engaging with "programmatic arguments" on substantive issues. "Low turnouts benefit the enemy, the enemy are the enemies of democracy and people have to stop thinking about it as Republican or Democrat," Sheinkopf said, referencing the low turnouts in places like New York City where socialists have seen major victories. Sheinkopf explained that in addition to the failures of leadership within the Democratic Party, his generation did a "crappy job" warning their children of the dangers of socialism, and instead installed the "religion called social justice." "What it is, is the beginning of the fall of Western civilization by its disruption and that's the idiocy that people fail to understand," Sheinkopf said. A Fox News poll released in March found a record 38% of registered voters said it would be a good thing for the United States to move away from capitalism and toward socialism, up from 32% in 2022 and just 18% when the question was first asked in 2010, underscoring a growing openness to socialist ideas even as a majority of voters still oppose such a shift. Communist and socialist organizations have also become increasingly visible at high-profile demonstrations over the past year. During May Day protests in Minneapolis this spring, members of Communist Party USA and the Freedom Road Socialist Organization marched alongside other activist groups carrying communist and socialist banners while participants called for a "revolution" and displayed anti-capitalist messaging, Fox News Digital extensively reported. Similar scenes have played out at demonstrations in New York City, where communist organizations have openly distributed literature, displayed communist flags and promoted Marxist ideology at larger anti-Trump protests. The political shift has gotten the attention of President Donald Trump, who earlier this month in a speech at Mt. Rushmore described communism as "the greatest threat" facing the United States. "It is the greatest threat to our country, including World War I, World War II, Pearl Harbor or even 9/11," Trump said. "We're not going to let this happen to us. Believe me, we're not letting it happen, because communism is the enemy of free people." Historians estimate communist regimes, many of which described themselves as socialist states, in the Soviet Union, China, Cambodia and elsewhere were responsible for the deaths of more than 100 million people during the 20th century through executions, forced labor, famine and political repression. "This needs to be taken very seriously," Gonzalez told Fox News Digital. "Mamdani tells you about collectivism, that's one of the ways you know he's a communist, he doesn't tell you what follows collectivism, the gulags follow collectivism and Marx himself tells you why the gulags follow collectivism." "Marx in the manifesto says when you take people's property away, they get awfully angry and they're gonna fight back and you're gonna need, ‘despotic inroads.’ This is what the English translation of the German says, despotic inroads. In other words, you're going to need to be repressive. And that's gulags. And that follows collectivism. America needs to understand there is a specter haunting America, and it's communism. They need to wake up to this." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579e2ca12eaf174af7adf7 Spotify expands parent-managed accounts to users on its free tier te 2026-07-15T14:50:20.943Z Spotify expands parent-managed accounts to users on its free tier The feature was previously only available to paid subscribers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579bd6a12eaf174af7ad71 India bets billions on breaking China’s grip on smartphone manufacturing te 2026-07-15T14:40:22.064Z India bets billions on breaking China’s grip on smartphone manufacturing New Delhi announced a $6.5 billion smartphone manufacturing program and a $13.3 billion semiconductor push to deepen India's electronics supply chain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57997ca12eaf174af7ad13 US charges Russian ‘bulletproof’ web hosts over cyberattacks that netted $62M from cybercrime victims te 2026-07-15T14:30:20.552Z US charges Russian ‘bulletproof’ web hosts over cyberattacks that netted $62M from cybercrime victims The 2024 indictment, now unsealed, accuses three Russians and two web hosts of aiding hackers and profiting from cybercrime. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57979ea12eaf174af7acf2 Skip the bargain bin: 13 school supplies that pay for themselves te 2026-07-15T14:22:22.337Z Skip the bargain bin: 13 school supplies that pay for themselves It's easy to save money on back-to-school basics like pencils and notebooks, but some purchases are worth spending a little more on. A backpack that lasts for years, a TI-84 graphing calculator students can use from high school through college and AirPods for less than $100 can all pay off over time. We rounded up 13 back-to-school buys worth the investment, organized by age group. Little ones can be hard on their gear, but these picks will grow with them and actually last. Kipling's signature crinkled nylon backpack is designed to stand up to everyday wear, while the padded shoulder straps help distribute the weight of heavy school supplies. Choose from a variety of kid-friendly colors and prints, then complete the set with a matching lunch bag and pencil case. The Fire HD 10 Kids tablet comes with a durable bumper case and a two-year worry-free guarantee, so Amazon will replace it if it breaks during normal use. Parents can manage screen time and age-appropriate content with built-in controls. It also comes with a one-year Amazon Kids+ subscription. Pack hot and cold foods in the same lunch container with the OmieBox. The built-in insulated thermos keeps warm foods separate from cold snacks, while the leakproof design helps prevent spills. The removable parts are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup. READ MORE: These school supplies are cheaper online than in stores — Amazon, Best Buy and more This Kipling monkey clip makes a kindergartner's bag instantly identifiable in a pile of identical backpacks while doubling as a fun, collectible toy they'll get attached to. High school is where the workload gets real, and these supplies can stand up to longer study sessions. Original price: $129 It's rare that Apple products go on sale before the school year, but the AirPods 4 are now on sale for under $100. They pair instantly to an iPhone, iPad and Mac, and have up to 30 hours of battery life to last through several full school days. READ MORE: 10 back-to-school products parents always forget to buy Original price: $44.99 This Owala bottle is easy to carry and has a versatile lid that lets you drink from the spout or sip through the straw without tilting your head back. It keeps water cold all day, and the locking lid prevents spills in backpacks. Original price: $105.99 This Honeywell lamp provides bright, adjustable lighting for homework with customizable brightness and color temperature settings. Students can switch to a warmer lighting setting later in the evening, while the flicker-free LED helps reduce eye strain. While less expensive calculators are available, many math teachers build lessons around the exact keystrokes used on graphing calculators like the TI-84 Plus CE. It's approved for the SAT, ACT and AP exams and can last students from Algebra II through college. READ MORE: Buy it for life: Durable products worth every dollar (now on sale) Shop everything from laptops to bedsheets that students will use throughout all four years of college. Apple designed the MacBook Neo as an ideal first laptop for students. The chip handles note-taking, research, spreadsheets and streaming, while up to 16 hours of battery life lasts through a full day of classes. At just 2.7 pounds, it's light enough to carry around campus all day. While the price may seem a bit high for a planner, the RocketBook Fusion si worth the investment since it digitizes everything you write down on its reusable paper. You can then scan and upload lists and notes directly to cloud platforms like Google Drive, Dropbox, OneNote and more. For students who prefer planning on paper instead of their phone, it's an investment they'll actually use. Backing up important files is one of the easiest ways to avoid losing schoolwork. This rugged, pocket-size SanDisk SSD offers 1TB of storage and backs up files in minutes, giving students plenty of space for notes, assignments and projects throughout college. READ MORE: 13 dorm essentials students will actually use after move-in day, from $11 Dorm-issued desk chairs often leave a lot to be desired. This ergonomic Branch chair has adjustable lumbar support, armrests and seat height, while the breathable mesh back helps keep students comfortable through hours of studying. For more Deals, visit www.foxnews.com/deals A quality sheet set can make a dorm room feel more like home. This Brooklinen set is crafted from long-staple cotton with a sateen weave for a soft feel that's built to withstand years of use and washing. If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can get these items sent to your door ASAP. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57978aa12eaf174af7ace9 A new chapter for America’s 250th: 'J250' initiative puts Jewish contributions in the spotlight te 2026-07-15T14:22:02.896Z A new chapter for America’s 250th: 'J250' initiative puts Jewish contributions in the spotlight Ambassador Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun, the U.S. special envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism, recently introduced "pro-Semitism," an educational vision centered on celebrating Jewish contributions to America alongside the continued fight against antisemitism. Kaploun underlined his new push by saying, "the Jewish people are more than the hatred that defines us." His remarks came during America's 250th Birthday Shabbat Dinner, where government officials, Jewish leaders, educators and community members gathered to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. The evening also served as the launch of the J250 Initiative, a landmark educational project dedicated to advancing public understanding of the profound, foundational role Jewish Americans have played in the American story. WORLD LEADERS, DIGNITARIES PAY TRIBUTE TO AMERICA ON HISTORIC 250TH BIRTHDAY The launch comes as the FBI's most recent annual hate crime data shows anti-Jewish incidents reached their highest level since the bureau began tracking the statistics in 1991. According to the FBI's 2024 Hate Crime Statistics, law enforcement agencies reported 1,938 anti-Jewish hate crime incidents. Although Jews comprise roughly 2% of the U.S. population, they were the targets of nearly 69% of all religion-based hate crimes reported nationwide. Organizers say that while antisemitism must continue to be confronted, educating Americans about Jewish contributions offers another powerful way to combat prejudice. The J250 Initiative reflects what organizers describe as a shift away from a defensive, reactive approach to combating antisemitism and toward an inspiring, proactive celebration of Jewish contributions throughout American history. They say rather than allowing Jewish identity to be viewed primarily through the lens of persecution, the project highlights what organizers call the nation's "Jewish American Golden Age," by celebrating generations of Jewish patriots, entrepreneurs, scientists, physicians, public servants, soldiers, philanthropists and civic leaders whose contributions have helped shape and strengthen the fabric of the republic since its founding. SIGN UP FOR ANTISEMITISM EXPOSED NEWSLETTER The core mission of J250 is to uncover overlooked stories from the American Revolution through modern American history. Among the first individuals to be featured are Haym Salomon, the Revolutionary War financier whose support helped sustain General George Washington's army; Francis Salvador, widely recognized as the first Jewish American to die fighting for American independence; and Continental Army officer Solomon Bush. Organizers say these are only a few of the 250 stories that demonstrate the enduring impact Jewish Americans have had on the nation's history and development. The initiative also highlights more recent Jewish Americans whose contributions helped shape the nation's culture, science, medicine and public life. As a Jewish immigrant, Irving Berlin arrived in the United States as a child after fleeing persecution and went on to become one of America's most celebrated composers and songwriters. His classics, including God Bless America, White Christmas and There's No Business Like Show Business, helped shape the soundtrack of the nation and remain woven into America's cultural identity. The project also recognizes American Jewish physician Dr. Jonas Salk, whose development of the first successful polio vaccine stands among the greatest medical breakthroughs in history. His discovery saved millions of lives and transformed public health worldwide. By choosing not to patent the vaccine, he ensured it could be widely distributed, protecting generations of children from polio worldwide. THE REVOLUTIONARY LANDMARKS WHERE WASHINGTON, ADAMS AND JEFFERSON CHANGED AMERICA Another featured American is American Jewish baseball legend Sandy Koufax, who rose to become one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to multiple World Series championships and earning three Cy Young Awards. At the height of his career in 1965, Koufax chose to sit out Game 1 of the World Series because it fell on Yom Kippur, a decision that became one of the defining moments in American sports. His decision inspired generations of athletes and became a lasting symbol of integrity, conviction and the freedom to live one's values. "As I said in my Senate confirmation hearing, education is the best way to combat antisemitism," Kaploun told Fox News Digital, "Teaching the world about the greatest Jewish contributors to American history gives people the knowledge to counter those who spread hate and lies about the American Jewish community." The initiative also includes a Jewish American Heritage curriculum, a national social media campaign and a student scholarship competition encouraging young Americans to explore Jewish history through the broader American story. "Jewish Americans have helped build the America we love today, from the battlefields of the Revolution to the frontiers of modern science," said Arie Lipnick, co-founder of The J250 Foundation. "It is only by renewing these foundational lessons that we can ensure the promise of America burns brightly for the next 250 years." Kaploun also reflected on his family's immigration to the United States. "My great-great-grandfather immigrated from Galicia in the 1880s. My great-grandfather immigrated to the United States in 1913," he said. "They could have never dreamed that their great or great-great grandson would one day be hosting America's Birthday Shabbat Dinner. But that is exactly the American dream." He said America's founding ideals of religious liberty, freedom of speech and equal opportunity created an environment in which generations of immigrants, including Jewish Americans, could contribute to the nation's success while remaining faithful to their heritage. Physician and philanthropist Dr. Miriam Adelson echoed the evening's themes of unity, gratitude, and hope. "I love America as I love Israel," Adelson told attendees... We need to hope, we need to love each other. Maybe the next generation will be better and better." Her remarks reinforced the initiative's message of fostering greater understanding, mutual respect, and optimism for the future. For organizers, J250 represents more than a historical project. It is an effort to ensure that Jewish history in America is not defined solely through the lens of antisemitism, but through the lens of patriotism, service, sacrifice, innovation, civic leadership and nation-building. The organizers say they hope to reclaim stories that have too often been overlooked and inspire a deeper appreciation for the role Jewish Americans have played in shaping the country over the past 250 years. "If these last 250 years demanded we create the word 'antisemitism,'" Kaploun said, "let these next 250 years lead us to create a new word in its stead: ‘pro-semitism.’ Being proud to be Jewish, educating the world, and respecting one another. That is what it means to be pro-semitic." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579777a12eaf174af7ace0 Left-wing interviewer presses Ro Khanna on whether Hamas was justified to attack Israel on October 7 te 2026-07-15T14:21:43.428Z Left-wing interviewer presses Ro Khanna on whether Hamas was justified to attack Israel on October 7 Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., refused to say that any attacks on Israel during the Oct. 7 Hamas attack could be justified despite repeated questioning from a far-left journalist on Tuesday. The exchange came after Drop Site reporter Jeremy Scahill asked Khanna during a livestream event about the congressman's recent claims that he was detained by armed Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank last week. Though Khanna expressed support for ending the Israeli "occupation" of Gaza and accusing Israel of "apartheid" and "genocide,", Scahill took issue with Khanna's reluctance to enact a total arms embargo on Israel. MIKE HUCKABEE REJECTS RO KHANNA'S ISRAEL VISIT CLAIMS: 'NOT HELD AT GUNPOINT' "What you're saying is that the accountability then doesn't lie on American policy toward Israel," Scahill told Khanna. "It's sort of something abstract. 'Well, Israeli civilians could die.' Israeli civilians are dying in these attacks because of the apartheid." Scahill then appeared to argue that the terrorist attacks against Israel could be justified as efforts to "kill Israeli soldiers." "You know, do Palestinians have a right to kill Israeli soldiers, Congressman? On October 7, when they attacked the military bases in the Gaza envelope, did the Al-Qassam Brigades and Saraya al-Quds have a right to kill Israeli soldiers? Yes or no?" Scahill asked. DOZENS OF DEMS FLIP ON ISRAEL, VOTE TO BAN ARMS SALES IN PROTEST OF IRAN WAR "I mean, I think October 7's attack was a terrorist attack, so I don't justify it," Khanna answered. Scahill insisted that the "first targets" of the Oct. 7 attacks were "multiple military bases" and asked if there was any justification in attacking them. "I am not for violence in any way. I mean, I am for making sure that we end the occupation," Khanna began. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "Do they have a right to do it, Congressman? Do they have a right to attack Israeli soldiers?" Scahill pressed. "No, I'm not going to say that Hamas had a right to attack Israeli soldiers or kill Israelis. I don't think that advances peace or advances Palestinian statehood," Khanna said. Khanna defended Israel's right to fight back against Hamas for the attack, though he still accused Israel of being guilty of genocide. However, he continued to face pushback from Scahill for refusing to answer whether Palestinians could be justified in killing Israeli soldiers. "It's a double standard. You're saying there are ways that Israel should be able to kill Palestinians, but there is never a condition under which Palestinians can attack armed uniformed soldiers of a force that is still considered an occupying force under international law," Scahill said. Khanna is one of several Democratic politicians who have criticized Israel since its war against Hamas. Opposition to Israel has since become a top political issue among Democrats ahead of the midterm elections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a579762a12eaf174af7acc5 Indigenous violence survivors see fewer services after federal cuts te 2026-07-15T14:21:22.440Z Indigenous violence survivors see fewer services after federal cuts Friends and family members hold posters of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in Duluth, Minn., in February. A new report found American Indian and Alaska Native survivors of violence say reductions in federal funding have led to over 1,000 unmet requests for help. (Photo by Frank Zufall/Wisconsin Examiner) Organizations serving American Indian and Alaska Native survivors of violence say reductions in federal funding have led to over 1,000 unmet requests for help, according to a new report. The Urban Indian Health Institute, an Indigenous health research group, surveyed 201 tribes, tribal organizations and urban Indian organizations and nonprofits about how funding cuts are affecting the survivor support and safety services they offer. These include safe housing, counseling, transportation, direct cash assistance, and court accompaniment for survivors of crime and violence. Other services include advocacy for victims of elder abuse, people with disabilities or people who had been trafficked.  Democratic U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva of Arizona discussed the report at a congressional hearing Tuesday. Amid cuts under the Trump administration, tribal organizations reported being unable to fulfill 690 safe housing-related requests and 466 requests related to other services. Almost a quarter of those were for children, according to the survey, which collected responses between May and June 28 of last year. Between 36% and 41% of various services provided by the surveyed groups, ranging from healthcare to legal assistance, “have been or will be reduced due to funding cuts,” according to the report. About 20% of services for active duty or veterans were reduced, according to the survey. The Trump administration cut millions of dollars from and rescinded grants across multiple federal agencies, including the departments of Justice and of Health and Human Services. Following backlash, some grants were restored, but many, including domestic violence and victim services funds, remain slashed. While some of the funds may have been reinstated since the survey was conducted, the uncertainty and reductions have resulted in staff layoffs or hesitancy to reinstate programs.  For the majority of organizations and tribes surveyed, federal funding covered over half of their program budgets, with the U.S. Department of Justice funding 46%, followed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services at 36%. Stateline didn’t receive a response from either agency by publication time. Congressional testimony During a U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources hearing Tuesday, the Urban Indian Health Institute’s director, Abigail Echo-Hawk, testified about violence disparities Native communities face, as well as how organizations surveyed in the report are worried about rehiring laid-off staff due to financial uncertainty. Echo-Hawk, a member of the Pawnee Nation, also spoke about her group’s work helping trafficking survivors and other victims of violence. The hearing was focused on resources to address the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous people, or MMIP. Grijalva asked whether the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ public safety and justice budget request of $560 million, a decrease of $9.7 million from the prior fiscal year, was enough. She pointed to a 2024 report that showed the BIA estimated that in 2021, $3.5 billion would have been needed to meet Indian Country’s public safety and justice needs. The agency spent $446.7 million that year, the report shows. Cherokee Nation member Charles Addington, principal director of justice services and law enforcement for Indian affairs at the U.S. Department of the Interior, said the federal government is doing the best it can with limited resources. “We are trying to take in all of our resources and make sure that we are meeting the needs the best we can with what we are provided,” Addington said in response. “We’re looking at ways of streamlining our resources and working smarter with what we have.” During the hearing, Echo-Hawk also shared her own story of surviving sexual assault as a child. When the assault was reported, “Law enforcement made the decision to not prosecute as a result of what they said was ‘lack of resources,’” she said during her testimony. In the institute’s report, nearly half of surveyed organizations said they struggle to recruit tribal law enforcement officers, and 43% said they struggle with keeping them after training. “I hope that every single one of you recognizes that my rape was not partisan,” Echo-Hawk testified. “And you all now have a responsibility to stand with us. This is in your hands to uphold treaty and trust obligations.” Violence against Native women Violence is a public health issue across Native communities, and Native women and girls suffer disproportionately higher rates than other racial groups.  A federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report showed over half of American Indian and Alaska Native women and men experienced intimate partner violence during their lifetimes. Violence inflicted by an intimate partner was a factor in 38% of homicides among Native women, and 44% of Native women reported being raped.  Native sexual assault victims were most often girls, aged 12 to 17, according to an FBI analysis of crime victim data between 2021 and 2023. According to the Urban Indian Health Institute survey, more than 25,000 Native survivors received services over the course of a year. Over a quarter — 28% — were Native children, while 8% were women who were pregnant or postpartum. The Arizona-based Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition works with tribes serving domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Director of Policy Rose Quilt, of the Yakama Nation, noted that under treaty and trust responsibilities, the federal government has a debt to tribes. “This was already prepaid by the blood of our ancestors, and through the strength of their negotiation for treaties,” she said.  “Programs today are stretching everything,” she continued. “They are delaying hiring, cutting travel, reducing their hours, and trying to prioritize emergency needs in order to fill these gaps.” Echo-Hawk told Stateline that recently, an 80-year-old sexual assault victim came to her team for help. The frail, petite woman had needed a change of clean clothes, but Echo-Hawk’s team only had 5X-sized sweatpants to give the frail, petite woman. “We simply don’t have what we need to provide the basic dignity that these people deserve,” Echo-Hawk said. “She deserved clothes that fit her in one of the most horrifying times in her life.”  Stateline reporter Nada Hassanein can be reached at nhassanein@stateline.org. This story was originally produced by Stateline, which is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network which includes Arizona Mirror, and is supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57950ba12eaf174af7ac6c Tim Walz becomes GOP punchline in sweeping new war on welfare fraud te 2026-07-15T14:11:23.968Z Tim Walz becomes GOP punchline in sweeping new war on welfare fraud EXCLUSIVE: Senate Republicans are naming the centerpiece of a 12-figure anti-fraud package after Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, arguing his administration's handling of massive welfare fraud schemes made him the symbol of government waste they hope to eliminate. Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa., is dropping the legislation just as fraud-exposing journalists, such as Nick Shirley, testify to the Homeland Security Committee about videotaped discoveries in the "Feeding Our Futures" scandal in Minnesota and other similar alleged rackets elsewhere on Wednesday. The "Welfare Abuse and Laundering Zillions (WALZ) Act" from Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., is at the core of the broader anti-fraud package targeting Minnesota-style violations, COVID fraud, foreign remittance abuse and repeat offenders; projected to save taxpayers roughly $240 billion, Fox News Digital learned. WALZ A NO-SHOW AT KEY FRAUD HEARING DESPITE BEING IN THE BUILDING ON OTHER BUSINESS: GOP LEADER The WALZ Act requires federal payments be made as reimbursements to states only after a service is proven to have been provided – a process critics say Minnesota failed to police adequately. It also requires that if a state program receiving federal funding sees a six-month increase in disbursements of more than 10 percent, the HHS inspector general must investigate that program. FTC CHIEF ACCUSES DEMOCRATS OF 'TRYING TO PROTECT THE FRAUDSTERS' BY WITHHOLDING DATA FROM TRUMP ADMIN One of Ernst’s pieces of the package, the Returning Unspent COVID Funds Act would claw back more than $65 billion in federally-disbursed COVID funds – now six years after the height of the pandemic – to avoid future abuse of those funds. "While hardworking Americans are struggling to make ends meet, fraudsters are getting away with ripping off $1.4 billion of taxpayer money every single day," Ernst told Fox News Digital on Wednesday. "Government grift and graft is endless, but the public’s patience isn’t and neither is mine. The Senate will have an opportunity to bring this crime spree to an end by passing my Protecting American Taxpayers Act. This bill stops fraud before it happens and takes back the loot that’s already been stolen. As for the scammers, they’re going to the slammer." DAVID MARCUS: FLORIDA SENATOR'S WAVE OF ANTI-FRAUD BILLS SHOULD BE SLAM DUNK Fox News Digital reached out to Walz for comment on lawmakers using his name. Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., also contributed legislation to the package that would extend the statute of limitations for the government to prosecute COVID fraudsters. Keen-eyed federal employees would also be able to claim monetary rewards from the federal government under the package – as part of the "Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act" from Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., that instructs inspectors general to pay out sums to those who uncover fraud or waste. The anti-fraud package also goes far beyond America’s borders to protect U.S. taxpayers, according to Ernst. Sen. Tim Sheehy’s, R-Mont., No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act would instruct the State Department to implement a process to discourage NGOs and foreign nations from financially supporting the Taliban, including via U.S.-provided foreign assistance that Washington gives to such groups or governments. Outside the oft-reported welfare scams and social services fraud operations, the package also brings attention to other ways the federal taxpayer has purportedly been defrauded over the years. Suspected abuse of remittances – or funds sent by U.S.-resident foreigners to their home countries – has been a thorn in the side of some conservatives for years. PENNSYLVANIA REPUBLICANS SEEK TO LEVY ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS' REMITTANCES TO FUND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF Part of Ernst’s package also includes a bill from Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, that would require people who send wire transfers and remittances abroad to certify that they are not already on public assistance; essentially protecting the taxpayer from their welfare funds being shifted to other countries. "For decades, Washington’s failed welfare program rewarded dependency while enabling fraudsters and criminals to exploit the system to take advantage of American taxpayers," Moreno said in a January statement after initially drafting the legislation. "If an individual has enough cash to send money overseas, they have no business taking welfare benefits from hardworking Americans. The abuse ends now." In Ernst’s package, a proposal by Sen. Todd Young, R-Ind., called the Assisting Small Businesses Not Fraudsters Act, would prevent previously convicted fraudsters from receiving Small Business Administration funds. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER A source familiar with Senate procedure said Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., could tee up a vote by filing cloture – ending debate – on the legislative process for the massive package as early as late this week. Co-sponsors of the greater anti-fraud package include GOP Sens. David McCormick of Pennsylvania, Charles Grassley of Iowa, Jim Justice of West Virginia, John Kennedy of Louisiana and Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso of Wyoming among several others. Fox News Digital’s Emma Colton contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5792b4a12eaf174af7ac04 Messi at plus money to score gives England vs Argentina World Cup semifinal a compelling betting angle te 2026-07-15T14:01:24.918Z Messi at plus money to score gives England vs Argentina World Cup semifinal a compelling betting angle Well, yesterday's game did not go according to plan. Not only did I lose on the total bet that I placed, but my France ticket went up into flames as they decided it probably wasn't worth trying to win. In fairness, Spain looked like the better team in the game, looked more precise, more aggressive, and just smarter out on the pitch. England comes into this semifinal with some momentum. The team looked a bit shaky in the beginning of the tournament, but I feel like it has found a way to piece things together. It also doesn't hurt that Jude Bellingham has become a monster out there. He is now up to six goals, which ties Harry Kane for the lead on the team. Both are still in the conversation for the Golden Boot, but that will still need some time to be determined. England hasn't looked elite on defense outside of a key stretch in the Mexico game, but now has its full team back after being without one guy due to a red card. In the first few games of the World Cup, you had to wonder a bit if England was just there to be there. In its first match, England took down Croatia 4-2. In the next game, there was very little going and it played to a draw against Ghana. The third match saw Kane put the team on his back and net two goals in a 2-0 win over Panama. In the knockout stages, Congo DR gave England all it could handle. The match against Mexico was one of the best games I've ever watched, and the defensive stance started due to the aforementioned red card. Norway arguably had a shot to win, but one of the dumbest plays ever happened as it was a 2-on-1 opportunity for Norway and no one passed the ball to Erling Haaland, one of the best scorers in the tournament. England survives and now plays here. ENGLAND STUNS MEXICO 3-2 IN INSTANT WORLD CUP CLASSIC, HANDS TEAM FIRST WORLD CUP LOSS AT ESTADIO AZTECA Surviving might also be a good way to describe what Argentina has done this World Cup. Things have not been easy for this squad in two of the past three games. There has been plenty of controversy, especially during the Egypt game. Although there was reason to have controversy around the England team as well, due to a ball hitting the camera before a goal was scored. Things happen, but some of them have been a little more questionable than others. We know that Argentina's goal is to get the ball to Lionel Messi. He is one of the best players ever, and the hope is to position him to score as much as possible. He has certainly done his fair share with eight goals in the World Cup. He didn't score against Switzerland, and he really doesn't go many games without finding the net. Does it make sense to bet on Messi here to score? At +125, this is one of the first times (and might be the only time) that I can remember him in the World Cup this year to be plus money to score a goal. England has allowed a goal in all but two of its World Cup games, so it isn't like the team is untouchable. I'll pull the trigger on Messi. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS HOW TO WATCH ENGLAND VS ARGENTINA: LIVE STREAM THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP SEMIFINALS I also think the over 2.5 is a good look. Yes, I think the teams will be a little conservative, and one is likely to score then try to play keep away. However, mistakes happen, and both teams have very capable scorers and sets. Maybe it is better to play Both Teams to Score at -130. Sure, either team could win 3-0 and the over cashes, but this bet doesn't. If it ends 1-1 after 90 minutes, I lose. That's betting. I'm a little more confident in three goals being scored, though. I'll take the over. 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/6a579070a12eaf174af7ab9b Bessent credits Trump immigration policies with helping return jobs to Americans as wage gains resume te 2026-07-15T13:51:44.004Z Bessent credits Trump immigration policies with helping return jobs to Americans as wage gains resume Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argued Tuesday that President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown is helping return jobs to American workers. He said the administration expects real wage gains to resume as deportations continue and private-sector hiring strengthens. Bessent told Fox News' Jesse Watters that "mass unfettered immigration has stopped," citing what he said were roughly 1.82 million voluntary and mandatory deportations. He said data indicates wage growth for American workers. JD VANCE UNCOVERS HIDDEN THREAT TO AMERICAN WORKERS AS HE WARNS DEMOCRATS EMBRACE 'RADICAL FRINGES' "So prior to April, we saw real wage gains for working Americans every month during President Trump's term. I think we'll be back to that next month." Bessent said the administration's immigration enforcement has redirected employment opportunities to U.S. workers while strengthening the private sector, which he said is the primary driver of sustained wage growth. "What's more important is these are private sector jobs," he added. CEO UNDER FIRE FOR MASS LAYOFFS AMID FOREIGN WORKER HIRING SPREE NOW APPOINTED TO FED'S TASK FORCE ON JOBS "Government jobs can be — we have some great government servants — but real wage growth does not come from government jobs. It's the private sector." The Treasury secretary also praised Trump's efforts to shrink the size of the federal government, saying the White House is "right-sizing" the workforce following an expansion during the COVID-19 pandemic. "There was this incredible blowout and government bloat, and it's like the president says, 'I could create 1 million, 2 million jobs if I wanted to blow up the government,' but then the deficit goes up, productivity goes down," he said. "And I think we're in the middle — or on the cusp — of a big productivity boom just like we had in the '90s." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57901fa12eaf174af7ab74 House G.O.P. Releases Budget to Unlock $95 Billion for Iran War and SAVE Act te 2026-07-15T13:50:23.628Z House G.O.P. Releases Budget to Unlock $95 Billion for Iran War and SAVE Act The plan faces a rocky path amid Republican divisions and would pave the way for votes months before the midterm elections to fund a war that polls show is deeply unpopular. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a578e03a12eaf174af7ab35 Cowboys cheerleaders at World Cup, World Cup fan Freddy is stunned by Tennessee man's gun collection & MEAT! te 2026-07-15T13:41:23.210Z Cowboys cheerleaders at World Cup, World Cup fan Freddy is stunned by Tennessee man's gun collection & MEAT! Let's get Wednesday rolling with a fresh new edition of Screencaps, wildfire smoke working its way south out of Canada and my brain questioning if I'm being a little too strict with the pool behavior of Screencaps Jr.'s friends. But, first, let's get started with our World Cup friend Freddy who was in Tennessee on Tuesday to watch France-Spain and shoot guns with some red-blooded Americans who showed the German how we celebrate freedom on our turf. Simple: by blowing s–t up. INTERNET TRIES TO DUNK ON GERMAN SUPER FAN FREDDY AFTER DISCOVERING HE'S BEEN TO AMERICA BEFORE It's good to see Freddy back to doing what he does best on Twitter – showing the Real America that the coastal LIBS absolutely despise. And his numbers are back to being through the roof. Nearly 1M people have now seen the video of the Tennessee guys unloading some serious weaponry. The video of the Tennessee homeowner's gun collection is over 1.1M views and there's nothing the scumbag LIBS who ran him off Twitter two weeks ago can do about it. 📩 Email: joe.kinsey@outkick.com Send photos, stories, tips, rants—whatever you've got. CARRIE UNDERWOOD DOESN'T SKIP LEG DAY, SPICY SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM & WHY TRUMP'S WORLD CUP MEDDLING IS A WIN-WIN 📰 Screencaps Page: 👉 Read the latest Screencaps ▶️ YouTube: Screencaps with Joe Kinsey Subscribe for videos, rants, and behind-the-scenes. 🐦 Twitter/X: @JoeKinseyexp Tag me or drop a DM. 📸 Instagram: @OutKickScreencaps You guys need to start tagging me on content you're seeing. 📘 Facebook Page: Screencaps on Facebook 👥 Facebook Group: Join the Screencaps Community 📬 Mail (Thursday Night Mowing League): 27072 Carronade Dr, Unit A 155 Perrysburg, OH 43551 🗞️ Newsletter: 👉 Subscribe here This is something that we're starting to deal with on a fairly regular basis at this point. We've tried to let Screencaps Jr. have some leash this summer because boys want to be boys, but as time goes on, it feels like there's a quickly declining level of respect for the pool and the rules we've set for some of the 13-year-olds who show up and want to act like maniacs. Screencaps Jr. is starting to say that we're embarrassing him by telling the friends to knock it off. I'm sure many of you guys have been down this road. Did you ever have a problem telling one of the boys you've coached in baseball, or who has spent the night at your house multiple times, to stop being an idiot in your pool or on your property? I remember random parents having no problem telling me to stop being an idiot when I was 13. I thought this was basic parenting. I thought this was part of the "it takes a village" saying. And, as for the kid who told Screencaps Jr. that the next pool party is at his house because there won't be any rules is welcome to have the next party. Have at it, chief. Tell me your past experiences: joe.kinsey@outkick.com – Nick asks: Do you think the MLB All-Star Game should stop having fans select the starters, or are you OK with it?  Personally, it always bothered me even as a kid that that some players got voted in because of reputation, and not what kind of season they were having.  See Ken Griffey Jr., Cal Ripken Jr., Ozzie Smith, etc., on the downsides of their careers.  But that's me. Kinsey: Not only should fans be allowed to vote in the all-stars, they should have to use those paper ballots like we all got at games back in the 1980s and early 90s. I remember smuggling 40 or 50 of those ballots out of Riverfront Stadium thinking I was going to rig the ASG for Barry Larkin. – Mike T. in Utah writes: 41% of American men under 30 believe they could score on a penalty kick at the World Cup if given the chance. Chance of that happing at World Cup level play .00001. Kinsey: I am in the 41% camp. We're talking about a 12-yard kick. It's actually achievable based on the distance. Is a guy going to go to the plate and get a hit off a 98 mph fastball? No chance. Could I put a foot on a ball from 12 yards out against a 6-foot-6 goalkeeper? Yes. It doesn't mean I'm going to make the shot, but I can make contact and give myself a chance. The first part of the act is easily achievable. Just when you thought Big Private Equity hadn't thought of everything, it turns out they're using dynamic pricing for lanes on Saturday nights when you used to pay the same price as on a Tuesday night. If you have a mom and pop lane in your town, you better go support that business before some PE bro swoops in and turns it into an operation where you have to have an app to rent lanes. – Justin in Sherwood Park, Alberta explains: Even though there's a sh-tpile of land up here & you'd think we'd have lots of space between our neighbours, all of the cities are run by rabid tax & spend leftists who want to impose their will on us regular folk. My house was built in 1990, so we have decent space between us & next door, but the new areas are brutal - only 8' is required between lots now. Zoning & building regulations have changed over the past few years to allow this, driven by developers who want to squeeze more houses into the area. It also doesn't help that elected officials & bureaucrats all share the same brain: I swear that they went to Amsterdam once, saw all the bikes & tiny houses, & said "this is what we need back in Canada". So now we get to enjoy a bunch of infill housing (where one house is torn down & two skinny houses are built on the same footprint) & bike lanes (seriously - in Edmonton, they've spent millions on converting vehicle lanes into bike lanes in a city that experiences winter for 6 months a year). Don't even get me started on the electric bus debacle, where they spent tons of money on electric buses, discovered that they don't work so well in the cold, spent tons more on battery blankets to keep them warm, discovered that they didn't work either, then had to mothball the whole fleet when the supplier went bankrupt... CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS #################### And with that email, my work here is done today. I need to hear from the pool owners. Do you allow teens to turn your pool into Panama Beach 1989 or do you expect them to have some sense? I'm trying to find some balance here. Let's go have a great day. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a578b6ea12eaf174af7aaa4 Trump Pressures ICE to Resume Traffic Stops After Agency Pulls Back te 2026-07-15T13:30:22.246Z Trump Pressures ICE to Resume Traffic Stops After Agency Pulls Back Immigration and Customs Enforcement ordered its officers on Tuesday to halt most vehicle stops across the country after they shot two people over the past week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57893ca12eaf174af7aa3e What to Know About Trump’s Immunity from the I.R.S. te 2026-07-15T13:21:00.477Z What to Know About Trump’s Immunity from the I.R.S. Acting attorney general Todd Blanche’s decision to grant President Trump protection from I.R.S. audits is set to be a central issue in his confirmation hearing on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a578929a12eaf174af7aa35 Blanche’s Family Ties to Gun Industry Are Likely to Raise Questions te 2026-07-15T13:20:41.022Z Blanche’s Family Ties to Gun Industry Are Likely to Raise Questions Democrats and gun control advocates are concerned that his comments about Check-Mate Industries, a company led by his mother-in-law that manufactures magazines, reveal a conflict of interest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a578914a12eaf174af7aa0d Anthropic, Blackstone bet the next trillion-dollar AI business is implementation, not models te 2026-07-15T13:20:20.552Z Anthropic, Blackstone bet the next trillion-dollar AI business is implementation, not models Anthropic-backed Ode launches as AI labs bet that embedding forward-deployed engineers inside enterprises is the key to accelerating enterprise AI adoption. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57876fa12eaf174af7a9eb Schumer's mentor pushed birthright citizenship crackdown. Now Moreno dares Democrats to reject it. te 2026-07-15T13:13:19.945Z Schumer's mentor pushed birthright citizenship crackdown. Now Moreno dares Democrats to reject it. FIRST ON FOX: A Senate Republican has a plan to challenge the Supreme Court’s decision on birthright citizenship, and he’s taking a decades-old page from Democrats to do it. Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, will soon circulate legislation that was once pushed by the late, former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., that, among several things, would drastically reduce the scope of birthright citizenship. The bill, first obtained by Fox News Digital, is a mirror image of Reid’s initial offering from 1993. It’s a comprehensive immigration reform package that cuts legal immigration substantially, caps refugee admissions at 50,000 annually and speeds up deportations with limited court review, among several provisions. 'IT'S INSANE': GOP SENATOR SAYS SUPREME COURT BIRTHRIGHT RULING HANDS CHINA A CITIZENSHIP LOOPHOLE Moreno painted his objective as twofold: try to tackle the Supreme Court’s decision last month with legislation and show how Democrats have strayed from their immigration policy over the last three decades. "What it's going to do is highlight two things," Moreno said earlier this month. "The Democrats of today are nothing like the Democrats of 1993 and, if they choose to reject a bill sponsored by their majority leader that they named an airport in Las Vegas after, then I think my Republican colleagues have no choice." "We have to recognize that these Democrats want to systematically destroy this country," he continued. SUPREME COURT RULING SPARKS RACE TO KILL A MULTIBILLION-DOLLAR LOOPHOLE IN CONGRESS On the birthright citizenship matter, the Moreno-Reid product would tackle the main argument made by the Court, which interpreted the meaning of "subject to the jurisdiction of" within the 14th Amendment to effectively mean all children born in the U.S. are automatically granted citizenship. The unorthodox bill would modify that language to "subject to the jurisdiction of" a foreign country. Under the proposal, illegal immigrants, most temporary visa holders and others who are temporarily in the country and their children would not qualify for automatic citizenship. That’s an interpretation that Democrats of today have rejected. Notably, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., who was mentored by Reid, cheered the Supreme Court’s decision. TRUMP SUFFERS MAJOR SUPREME COURT DEFEAT AS JUSTICES UPHOLD BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP "No matter how much President Trump tries to steal citizenship from people that the Constitution has said have earned it and reverse the grand American tradition of welcoming newcomers to our nation, the Supreme Court confirmed today that those born in America are American," Schumer said last month. Reid disagreed. In a press release from 1993, Reid made many of the same arguments that Republicans have made for the last few years on issues at the southern border and abuse of birthright citizenship. Reid said that "our borders have overflowed with illegal immigrants, placing tremendous burdens" on several programs, and that "our federal wallet is stretched to the limit by illegal aliens getting welfare, food stamps, medical care and other benefits, often without paying any taxes." "We are a country founded upon fairness and justice. An individual in real threat of torture or long-term incarceration because of his or her political beliefs can still seek asylum," Reid said at the time. "But this bill closes the door to those who want to abuse America's inherent generosity and legal system." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57875ca12eaf174af7a9e2 Alzheimer's stole pieces of our lives. A new treatment is giving us a fighting chance te 2026-07-15T13:13:00.490Z Alzheimer's stole pieces of our lives. A new treatment is giving us a fighting chance Millions of Americans are rightfully terrified of Alzheimer’s disease. They have witnessed its devastating impact on their families and friends. But we, five patients from different corners of the country, offer our stories to bring hope to others. We reclaimed our lives from this devastating disease by getting diagnosed early enough to benefit from new anti-amyloid treatments. Our lives show these new treatments can slow progression and add meaningful time. Like millions of Americans, we followed expert guidelines to reduce the risk of cognitive decline: exercising regularly, following healthy diets, staying mentally and socially active, and building lives around serving our families and communities. I WAS A DOCTOR CARING FOR ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS. AT 57, I BECAME ONE. HERE’S WHAT’S NEXT And still, Alzheimer’s came for us. Disease prevention is a critical piece of the fight against Alzheimer’s. And yet, lifestyle measures alone did not prevent our decline. Each of us was diagnosed early enough for one of the new anti-amyloid treatments to become an option. These treatments work best when initiated early. We knew they were not cures, but rather an opportunity to slow the disease enough to preserve the moments, independence and relationships that make life meaningful. NEWT GINGRICH: ALZHEIMER’S IS WAGING A WAR ON MILLIONS. CONGRESS COULD HELP US WIN IT For us, treatment has been a lifeline. I, Brent Beasley, am a retired internal medicine physician. When I was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it helped explain the lapses that led my employer to terminate me before anyone understood what was happening in my brain. With treatment, I went from losing control of my daily routine to once again serving as a deacon at my church, working as an advocate for patients with the disease, and teaching medical students about compassionate bedside care. I, Lori Baetz, a retired engineering technician, went from experiencing terrifying episodes of getting lost in my own neighborhood to returning to my daily walks and routines with confidence and independence. THE BEST TIME TO TALK TO YOUR PARENTS ABOUT SENIOR CARE — BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE I, Ralph Carmona, a retired community and corporate sector advocate, have run five marathons since my 2015 diagnosis and treatment in a clinical trial. I am now able to serve on advisory boards, engage in public outreach for Alzheimer’s research and financial support, and continue running marathons. I often tell people that I went from not making my high school track team to qualifying for the Boston Marathon years after my diagnosis. I, Kathi Rigby, am a mother, grandmother and advocate. Treatment improved my memory and mental sharpness, giving me more time to make memories with my husband, six children, 22 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. It has also allowed me to continue serving my community and advocating for other patients to inspire hope rather than surrender to the disease. I, Michael B., am a prolific lifelong entrepreneur. I have never let my brain idle and have exercised daily since I was 15. And yet, three years ago, my family and I noticed I was in a downward cognitive spiral, and I was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Treatment has given me my life back. Now 85, I am physically and mentally strong. Every day, I complete a 1.5-mile walk, 25 pushups and 35 sit-ups. I drive independently, frequent the gym, and pour energy into my loved ones. We are not alone. Each of us knows more people who have benefited from early diagnosis and treatment. HIDDEN BRAIN CONDITION MAY QUADRUPLE DEMENTIA RISK IN OLDER ADULTS, STUDY SUGGESTS Alzheimer’s remains a devastating disease that requires more research to improve our understanding of why these medicines slow progression, how they can be improved, and what other breakthroughs may still lie ahead. But early diagnosis is a gift. It gave us the chance to pursue lifestyle interventions, plan for the future, participate in clinical research, and benefit from treatment before irreversible cognitive decline occured. We want that chance for others. To change the trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease for future generations, early diagnosis must become a national priority. Patients deserve the chance to learn what is happening while they still have time to act. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION That means expanding access to blood tests that can help identify Alzheimer’s disease earlier and more accurately. It means empowering primary care doctors — the clinicians many Americans see most frequently — to recognize cognitive impairment sooner and guide families through treatment and lifestyle options. It means supporting caregivers so patients can remain at home, engaged and independent for as long as possible. A brighter future would also require ensuring that patients who are good candidates for these treatments can pursue them without burdensome Medicare administrative policies and private insurance denials that block access. Better tools to fight Alzheimer’s disease are finally here. We ask that current and future patients have the opportunity to use them. Lori Baetz is a retired engineering technician in Haslett, Michigan. Kathi Rigby is an Alzheimer’s advocate and patient living in Anaheim, California., and Summerfield, Florida. Ralph Carmona is a retired community and corporate sector advocate in Portland, Maine. Michael B. is a retired entrepreneur in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Beasley and Mr. Carmona appear in the new podcast series Ahead of Alzheimer’s. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a578749a12eaf174af7a9d9 Imam who prayed before Congress faces censure after celebrating Graham's death te 2026-07-15T13:12:41.044Z Imam who prayed before Congress faces censure after celebrating Graham's death FIRST ON FOX: A Texas imam invited to pray before Congress is facing backlash on Capitol Hill after celebrating Sen. Lindsey Graham's death in a social media post that wished him "an eternity in ruins" over his support for Israel. Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, plans to introduce a resolution on Wednesday that would formally condemn Omar Suleiman, the president and co-founder of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, near Dallas. "In other news, Lindsey Graham is dead," Suleiman wrote on social media early Sunday morning, shortly after news broke that Graham had died. "Bye Lindsey. May you live an eternity in ruins for the ruins you helped create in Gaza. Ameen." Van Duyne, who represents the suburban Dallas district where Suleiman lives, said Congress must condemn his incendiary message, pointing to his 2019 opening prayer before the House, which he delivered at Democrats' invitation. JOY REID MOCKS MEDIA MOURNING OF LINDSEY GRAHAM, SAYS 'HELL OPENED ITS DOORS FOR AT LEAST ONE MORE' "This type of action from a religious leader that claims to preach about love and not hate needs to be condemned," Van Duyne told Fox News Digital in an interview. "That was anything but love. That was depravity." "Is this really what you believe—that you're going to take a sitting senator who has just died, and you're going to condemn his soul to an eternity of ruins because you don't agree with his politics?" she continued. Graham, who served in Congress for decades, was a leading advocate for Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza and the United States’ months-long conflict with Iran. He was also a fierce defender of Ukraine, Taiwan and those living under authoritarian regimes. Van Duyne said she is talking with leadership about putting her resolution on the floor and hopes Democrats will support it. "It needs to be condemned by those Democrats who called him to the House floor to preach," the Texas lawmaker said. "I would love to be able to get Democrats who are on the floor who don't agree that this is the type of action that a religious leader should take." Suleiman was invited by former Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas, to deliver the opening prayer in the House chamber in May 2019. She died in 2023. The imam was asked to perform the invocation despite a history of controversial remarks, including calling for a third Intifada — a phrase widely interpreted as calling for violence against Israel and Jews — and claiming that Zionists are "enemies of God," the Jerusalem Post reported. "It's a hatred of a people" that fueled Suleiman's remarks celebrating Graham's death, Van Duyne told Fox News Digital. "I thought it was very important to highlight that." NETANYAHU DETAILS 'FINAL' CONVERSATION WITH LINDSEY GRAHAM, SAYS SENATOR CHALLENGED HIS PUSH TO END ISRAEL AID The resolution alleges that Suleiman has "defended convicted terrorists" and traveled to Turkey to support members of the Muslim Brotherhood, who are banned from traveling to the United States. Suleiman did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Texas imam was not alone in celebrating Graham's death. Van Duyne argued the vitriol from some progressive commentators and left-wing activists reflects a broader decline in civility. "The words are getting more hateful," the Texas Republican told Fox News Digital. "The call for violence is getting more dangerous." "It has absolutely gone beyond reason," she continued. "And to have a religious leader that joins in that, that is calling for that, is horrible. And yes, we should be condemning it." Her measure also highlights Sharia law’s "incompatibility" with constitutional principles and American life. Van Duyne, who served as mayor of Irving, Texas, before winning election to Congress in 2020, has long warned about the spread of radical Islam and efforts to promote Sharia law in the Lone Star State. "There are Republican leaders in Congress who are speaking out against it. Eleven years ago, I felt like I was on my own," Van Duyne told Fox News Digital. "They are in my hometown, and they are in cities across the country, and I think what you're seeing is elected representatives standing up to it." The resolution also pays tribute to Graham, who she said supported her during her runs for Congress and appeared with her at some fundraisers. "When he didn't agree with somebody, he would tell them," Van Duyne said. "But it was never in a hateful, malicious manner, and I think we have lost the soul of debate. We have lost the soul of actual compromise in this country." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5786f7a12eaf174af7a9b5 A single Republican no vote could sink Blanche’s nomination. Tillis and Cornyn have had doubts. te 2026-07-15T13:11:19.120Z A single Republican no vote could sink Blanche’s nomination. Tillis and Cornyn have had doubts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5786e3a12eaf174af7a9ac What to Know About Trump’s Immunity from the I.R.S. te 2026-07-15T13:10:59.657Z What to Know About Trump’s Immunity from the I.R.S. Acting attorney general Todd Blanche’s decision to grant President Trump protection from I.R.S. audits is set to be a central issue in his confirmation hearing on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5786cfa12eaf174af7a981 Reelful’s AI turns your camera roll into short-form videos for social media te 2026-07-15T13:10:39.690Z Reelful’s AI turns your camera roll into short-form videos for social media The app is designed for people who want to create social content, but find traditional video editing tools too complex or time-consuming. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5786bca12eaf174af7a978 Rime picks up $24M Series A to help enterprises field customer calls te 2026-07-15T13:10:20.244Z Rime picks up $24M Series A to help enterprises field customer calls Rime is handling over 100 million calls each month across multiple companies Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5784a4a12eaf174af7a954 Trump officials unveil private sector blueprint for life after USAID te 2026-07-15T13:01:24.856Z Trump officials unveil private sector blueprint for life after USAID EXCLUSIVE: The Trump administration is laying out its clearest blueprint yet for what comes after decades of traditional U.S. foreign aid, arguing that private investment, trade and American business — not taxpayer-funded assistance — should become America's primary engine for development abroad. At a U.S. Mission to the United Nations "Trade Over Aid" forum in New York Monday, Ambassador Mike Waltz, the U.S. permanent representative to the United Nations, told Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview that the administration is "completely reforming how we do aid" by moving away from taxpayer-funded programs and toward private-sector-led development. "For too many years, the United States and other countries have poured billions and billions of dollars into these aid programs and got very little in return," Waltz said. "You go to these forums at the United Nations and at development agencies around the world, and you never find the private sector. You find NGOs and academics and governments, but you don’t find the creators of growth and the creators of jobs." U.S. URGES DONORS TO ABANDON U.N.R.W.A. FUNDING AS U.N. DEFENDS AGENCY'S MISSION Waltz said the new model is designed to "create jobs, to create business for American companies in line with America First," while also raising living standards abroad and reducing instability that can fuel terrorism and poverty. The administration moved to dismantle USAID in 2025, arguing the agency was inefficient and too often disconnected from U.S. foreign policy. Asked directly whether "Trade Over Aid" is replacing USAID, Waltz said USAID’s functions had been folded into the State Department as part of a broader efficiency effort, but insisted the initiative is about something larger than one agency. "What we’re doing, this isn’t about USAID or what replaces it," Waltz said. "That was an efficient effort to get our aid to serve our foreign policy, not the other way around. But what I think is more important is how do we help American businesses and how do (we) help create jobs around the world and reduce dependency." The stakes are immediate: with USAID reorganized under the State Department and aid budgets under pressure, the Trump administration is trying to show that it has a replacement model for how the U.S. helps poorer and fragile countries. The answer it is pitching is not more traditional aid, but more private capital, more trade, more deals for American companies and fewer open-ended taxpayer commitments. EXCLUSIVE: SERBIAN PRESIDENT VUČIĆ SAYS SUPPORT FOR US 'SURGED' UNDER TRUMP, INVITES HIM TO VISIT BELGRADE The forum brought together representatives from dozens of countries, U.N. agencies, international financial institutions and major private-sector players, including Microsoft, Google, JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Boeing, Walmart, Mastercard, Meta and others. Czech Environment Minister Igor Cerveny, who attended the forum, said the idea resonated with his country’s own post-communist experience.  After communism, he said, the Czech Republic had to rebuild through work, business, industry and innovation rather than dependency. "If you work on your economy, on your industry, on your society, on nature as well, probably two, three, five years later, (you will) be in a better position," Cerveny told Fox News Digital. "You have your own money. You are not now the slave of (asking). You are now the master of your destiny." Cerveny said trade gives countries an "opportunity to cooperate" rather than forcing them to return again and again with the same request: "Please give me some money." Ambassador Dan Negrea, who is spearheading the initiative in the U.S. Mission, told Fox News Digital that shrinking aid budgets around the world make a new model necessary. "We need to think differently about how we help developing countries in an environment in which, in the United States, we are indebted and we cannot continue to spend money on helping other countries the way we used to," Negrea said. "Development aid is going down not only in the U.S., but in countries around the world." Negrea said the initiative has received less resistance from developing countries than from traditional donor nations.  "Interestingly, there is less pushback from countries receiving aid than from some donor countries that like to continue in this attitude of charity, being magnanimous to other countries," he told Fox News Digital. "For years and years and for decades, many developing countries are saying that they want to end this status of recipient of charity and move to a much more dignified relationship of partners and development." But some leaders from developing countries also warn that trade cannot replace aid overnight, especially in emergency settings. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Francophonie, Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, told Fox News Digital that aid remains critical in crises such as the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC. "Aid sometimes can transform dramatically a situation," she said. "This is not something you can change overnight with trade. But yes, over a long term, trade is the pathway to create greater growth, greater economic prosperity, and therefore also more equal relationships between countries." Kayikwamba Wagner added that the shift must be "adapted to circumstances" and not be "too abrupt." The initiative already has drawn 46 countries, and launched a digital library with 63 capacity-building offers from private companies, governments, NGOs, philanthropies, academic institutions and international organizations. But when pressed on what those offers have produced so far, Negrea acknowledged the initiative is still in its early stages. The library was inaugurated last week, he said, and the goal now is to turn offers into concrete outcomes. "We want to see more deliverables," Negrea said. "We want to see actual transactions that were done. We want to see countries using the digital library to see usable capacity building offers coming from around the world. So we want to help without the cost to the U.S. taxpayers, but at the same time creating opportunities for American companies." The central challenge facing the effort is whether private capital will go where aid has traditionally been most needed: fragile countries with weak institutions, unreliable infrastructure, corruption, conflict or markets too risky for major investors. WALTZ CALLS U.N. A 'CESSPOOL FOR ANTISEMITISM' AS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION PUSHES MAJOR REFORMS Waltz argued that is exactly where institutions such as the U.N. Development Program, the World Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation can play a role. "When we talk to organizations like J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs and others, they’re saying, we want to invest hundreds of millions into these industries abroad, but they need better laws, they need better arbitration," Waltz said. "We need to know that we can get our money out for our investors here in the United States." He said the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and U.S. contributions to the World Bank can provide "risk insurance and guarantees" for investments in riskier markets, including critical minerals projects needed by the U.S. technology sector. "It is incredibly risky," Waltz said. "Sometimes these capital providers like on Wall Street and in New York are only going to go to the safest place. Sometimes it makes sense, for example, as we’re looking for critical minerals for our tech industry, to go into risky places, but they need a little help." The strongest note of caution came not from critics outside the room, but from inside the forum itself. Alexander De Croo, the former Belgian prime minister who now leads United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), said trade and aid should not be treated as enemies.  "Trade is a destination, but development is how we get to that destination," De Croo said. "Markets do not build themselves. They have to be built." De Croo said investment flows when rules are predictable, institutions are trusted and workers have the skills to seize opportunity. He described UNDP’s role as helping countries build those foundations. "There is no country over the past decades that has successfully developed without a strong private sector and without trade being a big part of that," he said. Christopher Sharrock, Microsoft’s vice president for United Nations and international organizations, also warned that aid still has a role that markets cannot fully replace. "Aid does do an essential job and it does a job that possibly nothing else can do," Sharrock said, pointing to vaccination campaigns, famine response and natural disasters as areas where assistance remains critical. For the Trump administration, "Trade Over Aid" is being pitched as a more disciplined, America First answer to development: fewer handouts, more deals, less dependency, more jobs for American companies and foreign partners alike. But the test will be whether it can deliver not only in countries already ready for investment, but in the hardest places — the places where aid has long filled the gap because markets would not. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57824ca12eaf174af7a8a8 Demand to end 'scam' visa program replacing American workers surges, West Virginia congressman reveals te 2026-07-15T12:51:24.360Z Demand to end 'scam' visa program replacing American workers surges, West Virginia congressman reveals A West Virginia congressman is fed up with popular work visas, and revealed to Fox News Digital a behind-the-scenes surge of Republican lawmakers who also support abolition of the foreign worker program. "I think the H-1B visa program is a scam, and it's one that has been perpetrated on the American worker for far too long," Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.Va., said in an interview. "Essentially, we shipped all our manufacturing jobs overseas and people were told to 'learn how to code,'" he continued. "Well, now they're being replaced with the H-1B visa workers on the coding jobs as well. So when is the American worker actually going to get a win here?" FURY ERUPTS AS US BRAND FIRES 1,600 EMPLOYEES AFTER SECURING THOUSANDS OF FOREIGN WORKER VISAS H-1B visas are billed as temporary work authorizations for "high-skilled" foreign workers who are qualified to do jobs that American workers do not have the skills to do. But the companies that use them are not required to prove that they couldn't find a qualified American to do the same job, raising criticism among those who want to stop outsourcing jobs to foreign workers. Companies who use the most H-1B visas include Amazon, IT consulting firm Cognizant, Infosys, IBM and Microsoft. Microsoft set off a firestorm last week when its XBOX gaming division laid off 1,600 workers, despite the parent company being approved for 2,273 H-1B visas this year alone. ACTING LABOR SECRETARY SONDERLING: A FAST-TRACK WAY TO GET A JOB WITHOUT COLLEGE DEBT "We're sending all of our kids to college, trade school or what have you, to get advanced knowledge or career preparation for the workplace, and we're coming in with H-1B visas and displacing them with lower skilled, lower paid workers, and many of young people are ending up either unemployed, or baristas at Starbucks, or you name it with $200,000 in debt," Moore lamented to Fox News Digital. The typical H-1B visa is limited to three years, but employers can file extensions that last up to six years. And while the foreign workers are in the United States, there is nothing stopping them from pursuing permanent residency. According to data from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, 80% of H-1B visa holders who become permanent residents do so through employment-based green cards. Permanent residents can later become naturalized citizens. Moore insists the idea that H-1B workers are more skilled than American workers is a "complete fallacy," and said that the only reason they're being brought to the United States is because they will work for less pay than the ordinary American. "This is a rigged market against American workers," said Moore. "It's not free market capitalism at all, because the government is handing these out and also setting the levels of how many H-1B visas are going to be issued." "This is all controlled by the government, and it's obviously big corporate lobbyists that are pushing for more H-1B visas. This is not an exercise in the free market." TRUMP JOLTS IMMIGRATION HAWKS WITH SURPRISING DEFENSE OF CHINESE STUDENTS IN USA As of 2021, National Foundation for American Policy analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data estimated that there were 619,000 H-1B workers in the U.S. — a number that is likely higher today. Optional Practical Training (OPT) work authorizations, Moore says, are perhaps more pernicious than H-1B visas, and further disprove the idea that H-1B visas are for "high skilled" foreign laborers. Foreign students who come to the U.S. on F-1 student visas often use OPT as a bridge between studying in the United States and receiving an H1-B visa. "Look at the OPT program, right, where they're doing the training," Moore said. "They're going through our university system. Obviously they're coming through our university system because it's the greatest on the planet." Moore wants to abolish both programs completely, and says there's a quiet groundswell of support for his efforts behind the scenes. "I'm certainly not the lone voice in this," he told Fox News Digital. "I might be the loudest. Some people are quietly talking about it, but I have had many, many of my colleagues here in Congress come up and talk with me since I've started talking about this and thank me for speaking up." "So I have a lot of support behind me on this issue, and there's others who are starting to speak up as well." Recently, President Donald Trump tried to limit employers' use of the H-1B program by imposing a $100,000 fee for companies seeking H-1B applications. A federal judge struck down that order, reasoning that it amounted to a tax that only Congress has the ability to impose. For Moore, it all comes back to protecting American labor. "The American worker is the only worker on the planet that has to compete with labor from all over the world inside their own borders. We're the only ones. It doesn't make any sense to me at all, and we're putting all of our young people in a disadvantaged position." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a577ff5a12eaf174af7a7d3 Crash footage of ESPN analyst who had arm amputated raises uncomfortable questions about GoFundMe te 2026-07-15T12:41:25.322Z Crash footage of ESPN analyst who had arm amputated raises uncomfortable questions about GoFundMe New dash cam video of ESPN analyst Matt Miller's car crash last month that led to his eventual arm amputation has raised more questions than answers. Miller, who covers the NFL Draft for ESPN, was involved in a life-threatening car crash last month in Missouri. Details of the crash have been sparse, but we do know Miller suffered several serious injuries, one of which led to an eventual arm amputation. The ESPN analyst announced last week that he was stepping away from the company to focus on his recovery, which was newsworthy given the turmoil that has surrounded him since the accident. ESPN ANALYST STEPPING AWAY AFTER GETTING ARM AMPUTATED AS AG INVESTIGATES WILD ACCUSATIONS In the weeks since the crash, Miller has been accused by dozens of fans of suspicious dealings in his fantasy football leagues. The Missouri attorney general opened an investigation into him earlier this month, and ESPN placed him on leave last weekend. Although sources told OutKick that Miller's leave was purely based on his health, they also said that questions related to the ongoing social media chatter and the AG's report will be addressed in due time. Until then, he is expected to remain on leave. As for video of the crash ... it was obtained by the California Post on Tuesday, and shows Miller's Ford Bronco veer across the double-yellow line on a two-lane road into an oncoming truck. The semi appeared to move out of the way, but both vehicles collided. The incident took place around 3:50 p.m. on June 17 on a Jasper County roadway. Around the time of the accident, a Reddit thread went viral with several fans accusing Miller of suspicious dealings in his fantasy football leagues. According to the popular fantasy football platform "Sleeper," Miller was the commissioner of 91 fantasy leagues last season alone. Dozens of fans who at one time played in a league organized by Miller came forward, and they all had the same story. Miller would allegedly start a league. He would advertise the league. He would claim that a portion of the proceeds for the league would go to some charity. And then, according to several accounts, he would go largely silent after the league started and after the league ended, with players in said league going months without a payout ... if they got one at all. After the June 17th crash, a GoFundMe was started for Miller, and promoted by Miller via his X account. The initial goal was $10,000. It was then raised to $55,000 once that goal was hit. Several fans confirmed to the outlet Awful Announcing that they received delayed payment from Miller after his crash and resulting GoFundMe, which was suspiciously paused at $51,000 after the AG opened the investigation on July 2. "As a result of the accident, I sustained significant injuries, including multiple fractures and broken ribs. I also underwent a life-saving amputation of my left arm," Miller posted on X after his crash before eventually mentioning, and linking, the GoFundMe campaign created for him. The Reddit thread, and resulting outrage on social media, came to a head earlier this month when the Missouri AG got involved. "The Missouri Attorney General’s Office is now soliciting complaints directly from anyone with relevant information, including those who are not Missouri residents," Awful Announcing wrote on July 2. "A consumer complaint can be filed online or by phone through the Consumer Protection team at 800-392-8222." Miller, who is still in the hospital, and has not yet commented on any of this. That doesn't mean he's oblivious, though. Last weekend, the longtime draft analyst posted that he was stepping away from ESPN to recover, while also limiting who could comment on his post. "A quick update: The surgery to remove my left arm was successful with hopes of an eventual prosthetic replacement. Similarly, the femur and patella surgeries were also successful and the fantastic surgery team was able to save my left leg," he said. "To best focus on my healing and recovery, I’m stepping away indefinitely and will be placed on leave from ESPN. Thank you to all for the prayers and thoughts; please keep them coming." "Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Get well soon, Matt," wrote Adam Schefter. "Speedy recovery. I still remember when I was coming out of college how much you supported me," added former Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas. "It was like everything you said turned out to be true. Hopefully I can do the same for you boss." Schefter and Thomas were two of only 14 people who replied to Miller's latest post because it was safeguarded with an "Only some accounts can reply" tag. Every single reply was positive, which was a stark difference from Miller's previous updates about his accident, which were open to the public. Those posts were flooded with comments about the ongoing investigation, the viral Reddit thread, and the resulting GoFundMe. A GoFundMe, by the way, which will now certainly come under further scrutiny with the new footage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a577dd4a12eaf174af7a76e The US-Israel strategic alliance – partnership, not charity te 2026-07-15T12:32:20.644Z The US-Israel strategic alliance – partnership, not charity On Jan 8, 2011, Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head in Tucson, Arizona. Among the tools first responders reached for was the ‘Emergency Bandage,’ a pressure dressing so closely associated with the Israeli military that American troops had nicknamed it the "Israeli bandage." It saved her life. The deep friendship between America and Israel has saved, and continues to save, American lives. Israel is a friend and an ally in the deepest sense of the word. AMERICA AND ISRAEL: A COVENANT, NOT A CONTRACT The U.S. House of Representatives is about to vote on security assistance to Israel, including an amendment from outgoing Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., to strip that assistance altogether. Policy disagreements may exist, even between closely aligned nations. Yet these should not come at the cost of American lives and regional stability."  The anti-Israel representative, Massie, found himself on the wrong end of the president after Trump endorsed his opponent in his recent GOP primary. The result: Ed Gallrein beat the incumbent Massie as his constituents turned on his increasingly unpopular positions. Israel's detractors have long framed American support as charity, as a one-way handout to a dependent client state. In doing so, they ignore what the relationship actually is: a reciprocal strategic security and technology partnership, built on shared values, that has paid the United States back many times over. The current conflict with Iran illustrates this unique relationship. In 1979, the Islamic Republic's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, first called the United States the "Great Satan" — one day after the regime seized the U.S. embassy in Tehran, launching the 444-day hostage crisis. Later that year, Khomeini branded Israel the "Little Satan," a deliberate hierarchy casting Israel as an American outpost. Israel is a beacon of Western values in a dark region, and it is that light the regime is eager to extinguish. The decades since have seen American, Israeli, and Western bloodshed by the Islamic Republic and its proxies — Hezbollah, Hamas, the Houthis. Two truths follow. First, believe your enemies when they tell you who they are: when they chant "Death to America," they mean it. Second, what starts with the Jews never ends with the Jews. Hamas' terror against Israel in the 1990s spilled into New York on 9/11 and beyond. America's enemies are Israel's enemies, and both are fighting for the benefit of civilization as a whole. SIGN UP FOR ANTISEMITISM EXPOSED NEWSLETTER Israel is also not a passive recipient of technology, but a major exporter and co-developer of it — its cyber technology is widely adopted by the U.S. and NATO. The Iron Dome, among the most successful missile-defense systems in operational history, is a joint U.S.-Israeli venture built with American components, alongside David's Sling and Arrow. Israeli innovations in drones, cybersecurity, and armor have flowed into American systems as much as American funding has flowed into Israeli ones. It does not stop there. In 2017, it was reported that top Israeli cyber experts had penetrated a small cell of extremist bombmakers in Syria. That was how the U.S. learned ISIS was working on explosives designed to fool airport X-ray machines by looking exactly like laptop-computer batteries.  In another incident, Iran launched a large-scale drone attack on the Al-Tanf base near the Iraq-Syria border, which housed about 200 U.S. troops. The base was evacuated shortly beforehand, due to early warning from Israeli intelligence. No American casualties were reported. The long and profound Israeli-U.S. intelligence cooperation has saved numerous innocent lives. From the most recent Iranian plot to assassinate President Trump, to that regime’s use of crime syndicates in Australia and Europe to attack Iranian dissidents and other civilian targets, Israel is strategically positioned to be the West’s eyes and ears in a dangerous, volatile region filled with hostile forces to freedom and democracy. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Nearly every dollar Israel receives is spent on American-made weapons, aircraft and systems. The money doesn't leave the U.S. Treasury so much as flow through it, landing with American manufacturers and supporting jobs in all 50 states. Israel Aerospace Industries alone works with more than 800 American suppliers across 44 states. This isn't charity — it's an alliance that saves lives through shared intelligence, battle-tested defense systems and a military that never asks for U.S. troops to defend it. That's a partnership between two capable allies, not a welfare arrangement. It is the kind of alliance, on a January morning in Tucson, that puts the right bandage in the right hands at the right time. Michael Oren, Israel's ambassador to Washington at the time, called learning of that fact one of the proudest moments of his tenure. Some partnerships are measured in treaties and dollars. Others are measured in a single life, saved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a577d5ca12eaf174af7a73a Biden Will Release Memoir Just After the November Midterms te 2026-07-15T12:30:20.806Z Biden Will Release Memoir Just After the November Midterms The former president announced that the book, “Promise Me, America,” will come out on Nov. 17, and will cover the tumultuous events of his presidency as well as his re-election bid. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a577b44a12eaf174af7a6e7 Ex-MLB All-Star calls out Netflix's Elle Duncan for remarks about Barry Bonds fight te 2026-07-15T12:21:24.056Z Ex-MLB All-Star calls out Netflix's Elle Duncan for remarks about Barry Bonds fight Former Philadelphia Phillies All-Star pitcher Ricky Bottalico must have been watching the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday night. The pre-show broadcast on Netflix that included Elle Duncan, Barry Bonds, Albert Pujols and Anthony Rizzo rehashed Bonds’ fight with Bottalico in 1998. Bottalico plunked Bonds during a game between the Phillies and San Francisco Giants, sparking the only time Bonds charged the mound. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! While Duncan said that Bottalico swore the pitch got away from him, Bonds denied it. "No, it didn’t, it did not get away," Bonds said. "He’s a good pitcher and he’s a good man. In that situation, it was part of the game of baseball during that time, and I accepted it." Bottalico pushed back on Duncan’s notion that the ball got away from him as he appeared on 97.5 The Fanatic on Tuesday before the MLB All-Star Game took place in Philadelphia. "That is a bold-faced lie." he said. "I’ve told the story on this show, I’ve told the story on NBC Sports Philadelphia, I have told the story. I was told to go in and hit Barry Bonds. It’s that simple. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS "When it happens, in the newspapers in the next day and all that back then, I had to say I didn’t do it on purpose or else I’m suspended for a month. It’s that simple. Yes, we had to lie back then." Bottalico said he walked back to the locker room and his coaches said, "Do not tell me you did it on purpose." "Elle, wrong, wrong, wrong, oh did I say wrong? Wrong," he added. Bottalico said the team was frustrated with Bonds because he stole a base when the Giants were up seven runs. He said he wasn’t even supposed to pitch that day as he was coming off of surgery and had already made an appearance the night before. The righty made one All-Star appearance in his career – the 1996 season. That year, he had a 3.65 ERA in 69 appearances. He played five consecutive years for the Phillies before becoming a journeyman reliever around the league. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57793aa12eaf174af7a689 EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep introduces bill to bar biological men from joining Daughters of the American Revolution te 2026-07-15T12:12:42.244Z EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep introduces bill to bar biological men from joining Daughters of the American Revolution FIRST ON FOX — A House Republican is introducing legislation that would require the Daughters of the American Revolution to limit membership to biological women, saying the historic organization's congressional charter should reflect its original mission after the group adopted a policy interpreted as allowing transgender applicants. Rep. Ben Cline, R-Va., introduced the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act on Wednesday. "The DAR has a longstanding tradition of celebrating and empowering women who represent the exceptional heritage of the birth of our Nation," Cline said in a statement provided exclusively to Fox News Digital. DEMOCRATS REVOLT OVER 'BIOLOGICAL' WORDING IN WOMEN'S HISTORY MUSEUM BILL "However, as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the organization has now abandoned the very principles on which it was founded," Cline added. "Rather than honoring and preserving a lineage-based organization for women, it has embraced radical gender ideology at the expense of the women it was created to serve." "The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act is common-sense legislation that requires the Congressionally-charted DAR to return to serving the true daughters of the American Revolution," he said.  The bill would impose a requirement to the federal charter that limits membership to only individuals who are biological females and otherwise keeps the genealogical and membership qualifications established by the corporation. FIRST ON FOX: PRESSURE MOUNTS ON YMCA TO DITCH TRANSGENDER POLICIES AFTER SUPREME COURT TITLE IX RULING Cline's bill notes that the term "female" means someone "who naturally has, had, will have, or would have but for a congenital anomaly or intentional or unintentional disruption, the reproductive system that produces, transports, and utilizes the large gamete (ova) for fertilization.’’ Last year, the DAR denied a motion by local members to restrict biological males who identify as transgender from joining the organization. The group, founded in 1890, is made up of a membership of women who are direct descendants to American Revolutionary War patriots. It voted 1,481 to 984 on June 26 against a measure to keep membership for those "born female," the New York Post reported. WATCH: HEARING ERUPTS AFTER DEM CHAIR TRIES TO SIDESTEP GOP TRANSGENDER SPORTS BILLS: ‘THEY’RE PETRIFIED’ Cline’s office said that his legislation has gained support from Concerned Women for America, American Principles Project, Independent Women Forum, and the Heritage Foundation. Fox News Digital reached out to the DAR for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a577926a12eaf174af7a680 'Significant' early Christian church emerges beneath former fish market in ancient city te 2026-07-15T12:12:22.795Z 'Significant' early Christian church emerges beneath former fish market in ancient city Archaeologists in Italy recently unearthed the remains of a city's earliest known Christian church — all near the site of a former fish market. The discovery was announced in a June press release by the Archaeological Superintendency of Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape for the Metropolitan Area of Venice and the Provinces of Belluno, Padua and Treviso. Pictures shared with Fox News Digital show the remains of the ancient church, including intricate polychrome mosaic floors and human burials alongside its foundation walls. The remains are located in Oderzo, some 40 miles northeast of Venice, in the area of a former pescheria, or fish market. RARE CANNONBALL EMERGES FROM GROUND AT THE ALAMO, LIKELY UNTOUCHED FOR NEARLY 190 YEARS The church dates to between the fourth and fifth centuries A.D., during the Late Roman period. Oderzo was known as Opitergium at the time. Excavation at the site began last November as part of preparations for a residential redevelopment project in the city's historic center. Archaeologists determined the 1,600-year-old building was a large rectangular church measuring about 75 feet wide and at least 98 feet long, with a central aisle and two side aisles. ARCHAEOLOGISTS PINPOINT SITE OF DOOMED 'SPANISH ROANOKE' COLONY AFTER UNEARTHING SINGLE CLUE "The foundations, up to 1.2 meters (4 feet) thick and built from brick bonded with mortar, rest on wooden piles driven into the alluvial soil—a construction technique widely used in antiquity to improve stability," officials said in a statement translated from Italian. The church's eastern end has not yet been excavated — suggesting the complex may be even larger than currently known. At the site, archaeologists also uncovered four burials containing the remains of seven individuals. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "Anthropologists are currently studying the remains of the seven individuals, and future specialized analyses are expected to provide additional information about both the cemetery and those buried there," officials said. Researchers have not yet determined when the church fell out of use, though evidence suggests it was abandoned and later stripped of building materials before being destroyed during the Middle Ages. Archaeologists believe the discovery represents the earliest known Christian place of worship in ancient Oderzo, as the church dates to a period when Christianity was becoming the dominant religion of the Roman Empire. Officials described the discovery as "exceptionally significant." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS The discovery "[opens] a new chapter in the history of ancient Opitergium during the Late Roman and Early Medieval periods," the statement said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Italy's rich history has produced a string of archaeological discoveries in recent months. This summer, archaeologists uncovered a hidden chamber beneath Hadrian's Villa in Tivoli, Italy, that they believe could be the oldest surviving structure at the imperial estate once owned by the Roman emperor. Earlier this spring, construction crews building a highway in northern Italy uncovered the remains of an ancient sanctuary near Ponso. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5778d3a12eaf174af7a63f Why Realta Fusion is building a fusion reactor at an old hot dog factory te 2026-07-15T12:10:59.844Z Why Realta Fusion is building a fusion reactor at an old hot dog factory An old Oscar Meyer factory in Wisconsin will become America's latest fusion power research and development hub. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5778c0a12eaf174af7a636 Vint Cerf is working on a plan to unleash AI agents on the open internet te 2026-07-15T12:10:40.388Z Vint Cerf is working on a plan to unleash AI agents on the open internet The guy behind TCP/IP is working on a standard for identifying AI agents in the wild. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5778aca12eaf174af7a62d Indian AI coding startup Emergent becomes a unicorn with $130M Series C te 2026-07-15T12:10:20.430Z Indian AI coding startup Emergent becomes a unicorn with $130M Series C The startup has reached a $120 million annualized revenue run rate and more than 200,000 paying customers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5771e3a12eaf174af7a52a Former LeBron James teammate breaks down NBA star's free-agent options, warns him about Cavs return te 2026-07-15T11:41:23.285Z Former LeBron James teammate breaks down NBA star's free-agent options, warns him about Cavs return The sports world awaits LeBron James’ decision as to where he will sign during the NBA offseason. If the rumor mill is correct, James is deciding among the Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers. He spent the last eight years with the Los Angeles Lakers, bringing the team a championship during the coronavirus pandemic-affected season. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Iman Shumpert, one of James’ teammates with the Cavaliers, gave his take on where he should sign. "If this is about a ring, go to Philly," he said on the "Shump Street" podcast. "If this is about selling tickets Miami. If this about ending your career the way it should go, go to Cleveland. Just don’t go to Cleveland trying to be happy about a win because you not going to win there. You’re not going to be happy. This is about the return tour. This is not about winning. Don’t you dare go over there thinking it’s rolling with the winners. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I don’t know what’s up with them during the playoffs, don’t do it. I’ve been on a team with LeBron when he was frustrated and he felt like he got too much going on. He going to start shipping s--- out of there, man. LeBron works for UPS, I’m telling y’all." It’s unclear when James will make his decision. It’s also unclear what James is truly looking for in a team and how long he will play for that organization. He’s proven he could still play at a high level. But by the end of the year, he will be turning 42 and the longevity he’s used to having on the court may deteriorate at any moment. Last season, James gave the Lakers 60 games. He averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 7.2 assists per game. He ended up leaving Los Angeles in the offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576d33a12eaf174af7a46a Trump AG pick Todd Blanche faces Senate test and more top headlines te 2026-07-15T11:21:23.780Z Trump AG pick Todd Blanche faces Senate test and more top headlines 1. Trump AG pick faces Senate test in first major confirmation fight 2. House passes Trump-backed daylight saving time reform 3. US launches new strikes on Iranian military targets   RULES OF THE ROAD — Dem lawmaker says Constitution barred police from stopping her after alleged 100 mph speeding. Continue reading … HIDDEN CLUE — Missing Mississippi teen search leader shares theory behind tragic outcome. Continue reading … FRANTIC SEARCH — Deadly boat disaster unfolds in San Francisco Bay near iconic Alcatraz Island. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576b01a12eaf174af79fea Popular diet trend could boost mental health among older adults, study finds te 2026-07-15T11:12:01.797Z Popular diet trend could boost mental health among older adults, study finds Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish and olive oil may help keep the mind strong even into old age, according to new research. Older adults in England who followed a Mediterranean diet — which is primarily composed of the above foods — during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic reported higher psychological well-being than peers who did not. The researchers tracked more than 3,000 adults between the ages of 50 and 90 to determine how their daily food choices related to their long-term outlook on life, according to a press release. COMMON VITAMIN MAY INFLUENCE BRAIN AGING IN WAYS SCIENTISTS DIDN'T EXPECT The participants filled out specialized surveys that measured positive psychological traits, including their sense of autonomy, life satisfaction, purpose and control over daily routines. Each participant also received a score based on how closely their eating habits matched a traditional Mediterranean dietary pattern. Adults who stuck closely to the Mediterranean diet reported a significantly stronger sense of overall well-being. This finding held even after researchers accounted for factors like income, education, physical activity, smoking habits and general physical health. The boost in well-being did not appear to be driven by differences in caloric intake, which suggests the specific types of food played an important role. LONELINESS MAY BE SILENTLY ERODING YOUR MEMORY, NEW RESEARCH REVEALS As the researchers tracked the participants over several years, they were able to measure how their well-being shifted during the early months of the pandemic. While emotional well-being and happiness dropped across the entire group during the lockdowns, the study – which was published in BMJ Open – showed the decline was less intense for people who stuck to the Mediterranean diet. Previous research points to a few explanations for this. "This study shows what we’ve been seeing in other research," Kim Kulp, registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of the Gut Health Connection in the San Francisco Bay Area, told Fox News Digital. 'LONGEVITY GENE' MAY PROTECT THE BRAIN FROM ALZHEIMER'S BY BOOSTING DNA REPAIR, STUDY FINDS The Mediterranean diet is naturally rich in anti-inflammatory nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids from fish and antioxidants called polyphenols found in extra-virgin olive oil. These nutrients help to lower inflammation in the brain and support a healthy gut microbiome, which is directly linked to the chemical production of mood-regulating hormones, experts say. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "Since the Mediterranean diet is loaded with a variety of plant foods, it provides an increase in nutrients for the body and brain, special compounds that reduce inflammation, and prebiotics to feed the good gut microbes," said Kulp, who was not involved in the study. Researchers noted some limitations to the data, including the fact that the study relied on self-reported dietary surveys, which can sometimes be inaccurate. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Additionally, the participants who completed the tracking tended to be healthier and wealthier than the general public, meaning the results might not fully apply to more diverse or vulnerable populations. "There were only two days of dietary data, and the psychological well-being test was only administered on two occasions, both early on during COVID," Kulp noted. "Two days of data may not be enough to form conclusions." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Because the study was observational, it could not prove a direct cause-and-effect relationship between the diet and improved mental health, the researchers acknowledged. "Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes provides the ultimate combination of nutrients to improve overall health as we age," said Kulp. "Together, this diet can help reduce stress and depression and improve a sense of well-being, even during the toughest times." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576aeea12eaf174af79fe1 Leader of firm that won SCOTUS women's sports cases opens up on dealing with liberal media, Title IX lawsuits te 2026-07-15T11:11:42.342Z Leader of firm that won SCOTUS women's sports cases opens up on dealing with liberal media, Title IX lawsuits Fox News Digital sat down with Alliance Defending Freedom president, CEO, and chief counsel Kristen Waggoner after her law firm won a historic Supreme Court victory in the battle to "save women's sports." Waggoner spoke about her experience in dealing with mainstream media, and leading the ongoing legal battles against the Democrat-run states that continue to let biological male trans athletes play in women's sports. Waggoner: "I've been delighted because I know where we began. It was a tough go 10 years ago, to be able to talk about these things. But I think now as Americans have seen in real time the differences between men and women, they already knew that, but the media has also begun to shift a little bit as well in recognizing that eight of 10 Americans support the right of women to have fair play, and more and more we are seeing the real harm that comes from trying to blur distinctions between men and women and boys and girls. "I will say we've had some tough interviews, and it has been an absolute delight to see courageous young women athletes stand up for truth. "Over the years, we've done everything from CNN to MSNBC to other outlets as well, and I will say, first of all, I'm grateful for the opportunity that we can come in and share a different perspective and especially on CNN. But they do ask the tough questions and sometimes some unfair ones, and it's a real privilege to be able to answer those questions honestly and to ensure that the message gets out to those audiences." Waggoner: "You can expect that we will uproot gender ideology from the law, and we will not stop until we do. It harms women and girls, it harms children, it harms parental rights. There's no right that gender ideology has not touched in terms of protecting those rights, and it harms children. We know that from the science. The science is now catching up with the truth. We have several lawsuits that are already ongoing in those 23 states, and we will continue to work to protect women and girls. "And it does take all of us. I think that's so important. This isn't just something that it can be won in the courtroom. It has to be won in the culture as well, and the two go hand in hand, so all of us have a role to play." Waggoner: "Kaylee [Keeler's alleged] experience is not just unfortunate, it is devastating to any girl. To wrestle as a 16-year-old in a sport and believe that you're wrestling a girl, and then learn that it not only is a boy, but to be [allegedly] sexually assaulted... that is... it's horrendous... But I have to tell you, it's not the only time that threats like sexual assault have been made in these types of contexts. "I wish it was an isolated case, but it's not, and the fact that the state has essentially said there was consent because the girl was wrestling is especially egregious. We will work until we win that case for her." ADALEIA CROSS PROMPTS VIRAL CONVERSATIONS WITH NEW CLAIMS IN SCOTUS TRANS ATHLETE SEXUAL HARASSMENT SCANDAL Waggoner: "I think that it's sad that it has to be a part of the conversation, first of all. I mean, it's horrific, it's criminal, and there should be a price to be paid for sexual assault and threats of sexual assault. But the fact that we even have to bring those things up to demonstrate the real harm that comes to women is also, it's grievous in the sense of women and girls deserve their right to privacy and their right to physical safety. And so you shouldn't have to even have to talk about sexual assault as a consequence of this because we know that differences matter between the sexes. "But I will say that there are more and more stories like this coming up. What do you think will happen when a boy comes into a girl's locker room? As our client Adelaide [Cross], for example, has said, looking at her experience, the comments that were made to her, the threats that were made to her, no girl would ever talk like that, and yet that is what our girls are experiencing every day when boys come into their private spaces." Waggoner: "We're used to tough, hard stances and going uphill. Sometimes we even say we win by losing. You might lose in the lower courts, but you keep going until you win the day, and we will do that in Minnesota. "Again, having boys come into girls' sports take away not just their trophies, but not just their scholarships, but actually even their ability to even be on the team. I mean, there are limited spots, as the Supreme Court has already said, and I do believe that the Supreme Court has laid the groundwork for future victories in states like Minnesota because the court recognizes that this is a zero-sum game. "Every time a boy takes a spot on a team, he takes that spot from a girl, and that's wrong." Waggoner: "We will continue fighting for Vermont and every other state that is not recognizing not only the rights of women and girls and biological differences, but the rights of Christian schools and Christians across this country. This is also an issue of religious freedom, and it's not even limited to the Christian faith. The Abrahamic faiths all recognize that they should have the right to be able to raise children in their faith, consistent with their faith, and they believe that God created male and female. Not only do they believe that according to their religious doctrine, but that is the truth. "Science backs that up." Waggoner: "We have a case in Connecticut, which was actually the first case filed in the United States. We filed it on behalf of three high school track athletes. And again, just wanna go back to these are high school girls that had to stand up, not the adults, not the coaches, not the school principals. They had to stand against all of those individuals to say, ‘Hey, wait a minute. These two boys competed as boys three weeks before they came and competed against us, and they took more than four, four state championships from our client alone and displaced many.’ Up to 85 opportunities were lost by girls, as these boys competed. "So that case is continuing on. As you mentioned, we have a Minnesota case that's continuing, the assault violation in Washington. So I think there are plenty of cases that are being filed, but we also need to go back to how many girls are gonna be injured before we can win this. This has taken more than 10 years to get to the place where 27 states are protected. We need parents, we need school officials, we need all of us to stand up and say, ‘This is enough.’" Waggoner: "Well, yes, but I wouldn't be able to talk about that now. What I can tell you is that Alliance Defending Freedom is privileged to stand. We have a strategic plan. We follow that plan to have the most impact, and we are executing on it." Waggoner: "My message would be that there's no room for cowardice. There's only room for courage, and that it's never too late to speak out on behalf of women and girls. The equal opportunities that so many of those athletes have benefited from because of Title IX should be available to those who come behind, and I think there's nothing but good to come from being a person of courage and speaking boldly on behalf of all women and girls." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576a9ca12eaf174af79f97 Backed by $60M in funding, Oak steps out of stealth to fix the identity mess that AI agents are making worse te 2026-07-15T11:10:20.427Z Backed by $60M in funding, Oak steps out of stealth to fix the identity mess that AI agents are making worse Cofounded by senior entrepreneur Shai Morag, Israeli identity management startup Oak is emerging out of stealth with $60 million in seed funding. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576897a12eaf174af79f75 Montana Dem running as blue-collar smokejumper spent years lobbying for far-left groups te 2026-07-15T11:01:43.081Z Montana Dem running as blue-collar smokejumper spent years lobbying for far-left groups A Democrat running in a key Montana House race as a "smokejumper" and working-class outsider previously worked as a registered lobbyist opposing state-level bills that would have restricted drag performances in public schools and libraries, banned gender-transition procedures for minors and cracked down on sanctuary policies, records reviewed by Fox News Digital show. Sam Forstag, the Democratic nominee in Montana’s 1st Congressional District, has leaned into a blue-collar campaign message, saying constituents like him "know how to work" and "know how to swing a tool."  His campaign has focused heavily on affordability, corruption and working-class frustrations, but his lobbying record puts him on the record on several hot-button issues that could undercut his effort to appeal to more centrist voters in an already heavily Republican state. Between 2021 and 2023, Forstag was listed as a registered lobbyist for groups and entities including the American Civil Liberties Union, Planned Parenthood, the Montana Library Association and the City of Missoula. During that time, he testified against or was tied through lobbying records to opposition against bills involving drag performances in schools and libraries, transgender-related medical treatments for minors, boys competing in girls’ sports, voter ID and local cooperation with federal immigration authorities. FOUR MONTHS TO MIDTERMS: 12 RACES THAT WILL DETERMINE THE SENATE MAJORITY "This bill is the latest of a series that I expect you’ll see that are intended to stir up fear and distrust of our fellow citizens," Forstag told Montana lawmakers in 2023 as Republicans considered a bill restricting minors from attending drag performances in public schools and libraries. Forstag argued the measure was overly broad and could affect people who are transgender or nonbinary participating in library programming, saying he hoped lawmakers did not intend to "prohibit an entire class of people" from serving in public libraries. Forstag also opposed SB 99, a bill banning certain gender-transition procedures and medications for minors. In testimony on the bill, Forstag urged lawmakers to "leave personal and medical decisions to families and their chosen health care providers." While representing the ACLU of Montana, Forstag was tied to opposition against HB 112, which required student athletes to compete based on biological sex, and SB 169, a measure to increase scrutiny around voter ID protocols. TRUMP HOLDS WASHINGTON HOSTAGE OVER SAVE ACT AS MIDTERM CLOCK TICKS ON GOP CONTROL Forstag also opposed bills involving sanctuary policies and local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities, including measures aimed at requiring local officials to comply with immigration detainers.  Forstag did not directly dispute the lobbying record when asked by Fox News Digital, instead defending his work in the state capitol as a fight for working people and individual freedom. "Between fire seasons, I fought for working people in a state capitol that too often ignores us," Forstag told Fox News Digital. "Instead of accepting a system where the extremes and the rich have the loudest voice, I worked my tail off to defend Montanans’ constitutional rights and freedoms and fight for policies that actually improve our lives." Forstag framed his opposition to bills involving transgender medical procedures as part of a broader belief that government should stay out of personal decisions. UNEARTHED RECORDS REVEAL DEM MAYOR SOUGHT TAX HIKE TO FUND DEI ROLE AHEAD OF KEY HOUSE RACE "I believe the government’s got no place getting involved in peoples’ private, personal decisions," he said. "Politicians have no place coming for our guns, and no place inserting themselves into medical decisions that should be up to patients, parents, and doctors." On immigration, Forstag, who is backed by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., said local police should not be forced to carry out federal immigration responsibilities. "Laws that force local law enforcement to do the federal government’s bidding make our communities less safe and put police in a bad spot," he said. "Immigration enforcement should be left to federal officials so our local police can keep Montanans safe." Jake Eaton, a longtime Montana Republican strategist whose clients have included Gov. Greg Gianforte and Attorney General Austin Knudsen, told Fox News Digital that Forstag’s lobbying record could undercut his effort to appeal to blue-collar and swing voters in the district, noting that issues involving transgender policies, schools and immigration "cut across" demographics. RED-STATE SENATOR DROPS HAMMER ON DEM MAYOR OVER NEW ‘WOKE’ DEI ORDINANCE WHILE VIOLENT CRIME SURGES Meanwhile, Eaton described Forstag as emblematic of the leftward shift of Montana Democrats. "There aren’t a lot of moderate Democrats, if any, left," Eaton said. "The days of Brian Schweitzer, when you had Democrats that were pro-gun and pro-coal, they don’t really exist anymore." But Eric Koch, a longtime Democratic consultant, rejected that criticism, arguing that Forstag’s record fits his broader message about keeping government out of personal decisions. "Sam’s record is about keeping government out of your business,"Koch told Fox News Digital. "No amount of divide-and-distract will change that." The consultant argued Republicans would rather focus on culture-war issues than Forstag’s economic contrast with his Republican opponent Aaron Flint. Forstag will face Flint, an Army veteran and conservative radio host, in the November 3 general election for the open western Montana seat currently held by GOP Rep. Ryan Zinke, who announced earlier this year he would not seek re-election.  Forstag won the Democratic primary after defeating former 2024 gubernatorial nominee Ryan Busse, Russell Cleveland and Matt Rains, while Flint emerged from a Republican primary field that included Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen, former state Sen. Al Olszewski and educator Ray Curtis. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576883a12eaf174af79f6b Tiny microphones, fake podcast ads and AI videos are everything wrong with online videos te 2026-07-15T11:01:23.632Z Tiny microphones, fake podcast ads and AI videos are everything wrong with online videos It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for another edition of the biggest thing to happen to complaining since Yelp, The Gripe Report! This week we're going to talk about videos. There’s no denying that video is a major part of our lives. Gone are the days of three networks, and in its place is non-stop video being force-fed into our eye holes thanks to social media. DETECTIVES' TRUE CRIME PODCAST TAKES FRESH SHOT AT KILLER WHO VANISHED AFTER CAUGHT-ON-CAMERA MURDER However, there are certain things about videos that I see on social media and elsewhere that absolutely drive me up a wall. You’ve probably seen these too, so consider this some form of group therapy session. No, you’re not alone. Social media is rife with AI video. Some of it’s cool. Like one of my favorite genres of social media video is AI clips meant to look like you’re eating at a Pizza Hut in 1998 or cruising through a mall in 1984. It’s awesome, but I’m cool with it because I know it’s AI. I recently sent my wife a video I saw of a French bulldog wearing some kind of dog life-preserver. I thought it was cool, until my wife was like, "Y’know that’s AI, right?" I didn’t, and I felt a lot of shame (even though dogs wearing life-preservers in a pool is a wild thing to make with AI). IT'S BEYOND TIME FOR SOMEONE TO LAY DOWN SOME SOCIETY-WIDE GROUND RULES FOR HANDSHAKES Why does getting called out for not being able to suss out AI feel like getting pantsed on stage in front of your high school? You wind up getting pinned with a scarlet A, which stands for "A-hole who doesn’t know something is AI when he sees it." Unfortunately, the only way to really avoid this is to go in assuming that everything is AI — and therefore not real — which is really a strange, dystopian place to be. But if that's what it takes to not look like some rube who doesn't know a phony clip when he sees it, I can deal with it. I think the proverbial toothpaste is out of the proverbial tube on this one, but it still makes my eye twitch with rage every single time I see it. If you watch some videos on social media, you are bound to see someone using a small lavalier microphone. Those are supposed to be clipped to your clothing — often to one's lapel if you've got one — which is why they're sometimes referred to as lapel mics. I know this sounds obvious as hell, but in the age of social media, I always see people holding them between their thumb and forefinger, and it drives me insane that no one just clips it to their clothes or just gets a regular-sized stick mic. I don’t know why this triggers me, but it does, and I’ve spent more time thinking about this than I’d really care to admit. WAIT... WHO IS ACTUALLY USING REST STOP BBQ GRILLS? Why do people do this? Half the time they hold these mics with the clip still attached. Does it not occur to them that it should, y’know, be clipped to something? And on top of that, I usually see people holding tiny mics like this up to other people's mouths, meaning their nasty fingers are just centimeters from the person's mouth. How does nobody say, "Bro, get an adult-sized mic or get your fingers away from my face?" I’ve kind of just concluded that, like a lot of things on the internet, people are just emulating what they’ve seen because the Internet doesn’t really reward creativity or proper mic technique. This week, anytime I hopped on social media, my feed was full of people pretending they were sitting down to be interviewed for a Netflix documentary. Why? Because that was the trend this week, and next week the same unoriginal dopes will be onto something else. For some reason, people feel like they have to get in on every single trend ever, lest they… I’m not even sure. Cease to exist? I just don’t like that following these trends means a complete lack of originality. You’re just copying someone who actually came up with something that was, when it started, unique or clever or funny. Now, don’t get me wrong, the way things are created is by taking inspiration from the past. Black Sabbath took elements of blues, made it scary, added more distortion, and — voila! — heavy metal. There are examples of that everywhere, but it seems like more and more people just copy stuff directly. Sure, social media rewards those who catch the wave that comes when something trends, but by the time people you went to high school with get on board, that wave has crashed on the beach. So, let’s all agree to be more original. Mostly so I don’t have to see dozens of versions of the same video over and over and over. My wife and I watch a lot of what are called FAST, or "free ad-supported streaming TV" channels because we watch "I Love Lucy," "The Twilight Zone," and "Unsolved Mysteries" all day. We even leave it on for the dog when we leave. Which is great except for the part where we also pay for cable… that kind of p—-s me off. But FAST channels have a lot of weird ads because not too many people are watching the Universal Monsters channel at one in the afternoon on Wednesday unless they work from home, as we do here at Reigle Manor. I’ve seen a lot of ads on there, but also on YouTube and social media, that are meant to look like clips from podcasts, but clearly aren’t because they’re talking about a brand of deodorant or a slot machine app in a very Madison Avenue way. It’s always two random guys sitting in a studio, with one being like, "Dude, tell me about this new deodorant you’ve been using." Then the other guy is like, "Yeah, it’s called Dudebro, and it keeps my pits dry all day and destroys odor at the source by killing off 99.99% of funkigens and sealing your stink glands," or some other pseudoscientific line of BS. What a terrible podcast that would be if it were real, which it isn’t. Just get the message out. Why does it have to be on a make-believe podcast? Is it because people like watching clips from podcasts? That’s true, but those are clips from real, entertaining (well, sometimes) podcasts, not two dudes with unplugged mics swapping deodorant war stories. I’ve seen this bleed into network TV too. There’s a personal injury attorney who advertises during the morning news that I watch, and I’m fascinated because he started doing commercials where he wears a "cool" shirt and sits behind a microphone and tells people to check out his podcast where he talks about ambulance chasing. What fascinates me is that, from what I’ve found, that podcast just doesn’t exist outside of the 30-second clips that air on TV. And I looked. Boy, did I look all over the place. This is just the weirdest thing to me. It would be strange if a personal injury attorney or a deodorant company did a podcast, but it’s infinitely weirder when they pretend to do fake podcasts. It’s kind of the same as people jumping on trends. They see something that’s popular, but don’t bother to unpack why it’s popular and reverse engineer it for their needs. No, they just go, "Hey, Joe Rogan clips do some serious numbers, so let’s just copy that, and we’ll get a bunch of rubes to download our mobile slot machine game." ... That's it for this week! Be sure to send in your gripes for a future edition of The Gripe Report! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57663ea12eaf174af79ef8 MLB All-Str Mike Trout shuts down idea of leaving LA, says doubters fuel push to get Angels back to playoffs te 2026-07-15T10:51:42.626Z MLB All-Str Mike Trout shuts down idea of leaving LA, says doubters fuel push to get Angels back to playoffs Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout opened the 2026 MLB All-Star Game with a strikeout in his first plate appearance. Trout is making his 12th All-Star appearance near home, with Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park sitting roughly 40 miles from where he was born and raised in New Jersey. But the Angels entered the break once again at the bottom of the AL West standings. The Angels have not reached the postseason since 2014, the longest active playoff drought in MLB, with the Pittsburgh Pirates next on the list after last playing October baseball in 2015. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM At 38-59 entering the break, Los Angeles faces long odds of reversing course and mounting a playoff push, but Trout said the doubt surrounding the team has only fueled his motivation. "I think the fuel of people doubting us kind of makes it more of a fire for me to try to get back to the playoffs," Trout told the Los Angeles Times. "I think that's the biggest key for me." Trout made his big league debut with the Angels in 2011, but the franchise has reached the postseason just once during his tenure. WHAT TO WATCH FOR DURING THE 2026 MLB ALL-STAR GAME AT CITIZENS BANK PARK IN PHILADELPHIA The lack of team success has raised questions about whether he would consider playing elsewhere in the twilight of his career. But ahead of Tuesday’s All-Star Game, the three-time AL MVP said he still has unfinished business in Southern California. "Could I take the easy way out and just leave? Yeah," Trout said. "But I think - I said this last year around this time, but it's the same feeling I've been having - I really haven't sat down and talked to anybody about it specifically, but I know there's a time where, if things change, who knows? I don't know. But, for me, right now, my focus is on trying to get this club back in the playoffs." If Trout’s playoff hopes are going to become reality this season, the Angels must make up 10 games in the wild-card race or close an 11.5-game deficit behind the first-place Texas Rangers in the AL West. Trout’s long-term future remains tied to the Angels after he signed a record-breaking extension in 2019 that runs through the 2030 season and includes a full no-trade clause. Injuries have interrupted much of his otherwise stellar career, but he entered the All-Star break having played in 78 of Los Angeles’ 97 games while hitting 18 home runs. 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/6a5765eda12eaf174af79ec8 Jay Clayton Expected to Face Tough Questions in Confirmation Hearing te 2026-07-15T10:50:21.226Z Jay Clayton Expected to Face Tough Questions in Confirmation Hearing His nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community comes as the White House pushes to use declassified intelligence to show concerns about election security. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576410a12eaf174af79e75 Trump derailed his intel chief pick's confirmation. Now he gets another shot. te 2026-07-15T10:42:24.404Z Trump derailed his intel chief pick's confirmation. Now he gets another shot. President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the nation’s intelligence agencies will get a second shot in the Senate on Wednesday, weeks after the president sabotaged the initial confirmation hearing. U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton, who currently serves in the Southern District of New York, was tapped by Trump to be the permanent nominee as the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) after former DNI Tulsi Gabbard stepped down from the role last month. He’ll get his shot before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. TRUMP'S DNI PICK WILL HAVE TO WAIT FOR HIS CONFIRMATION HEARING AFTER TRUTH SOCIAL BOMB "Jay Clayton is a patriot and highly qualified nominee," Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Tom Cotton, R-Ark., said on X. "In his service to the people of New York, Mr. Clayton has deep experience combatting a wide range of national security threats," he continued. "I look forward to his hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee tomorrow." But Clayton, who previously served as chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) during Trump’s first term, was caught in a political firestorm roiling through the Senate last month that he had no part of. SENATE PUSH TO REAUTHORIZE NATION’S SPY POWERS STUMBLES OVER CONTROVERSIAL TRUMP DECISION And if he survives the process — several Democrats still serving in the Senate voted to confirm him as SEC chair — lawmakers are hopeful that it will again set up a path to turn a key counter-terrorism tool back on. Democrats were enraged at Trump for tapping Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte to be the acting DNI, arguing that he was unqualified and could weaponize the nation’s 18 intelligence agencies at Trump’s bidding. "Why is Mr. Pulte being promoted? Beyond the fact that just the kind of outright insult to the intelligence community, that he can suddenly do the mortgage banking job and the intelligence job at the same time, it's absurd," Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., said at the time. TRUMP NAMES BILL PULTE ACTING DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE In return, they refused to support reauthorization of the nation’s top counter-terrorism tool, Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), causing the program to gradually go dark. Clayton’s nomination was seen by Democrats as an olive branch from the administration designed to ensure that Pulte would never get into the DNI role, and that consideration of a FISA reauthorization could restart. But then Trump blew up the process, demanding that the hearing be halted in a fiery Truth Social post. He argued that Democrats "broke the deal" with FISA, and that until Clayton’s replacement in the Southern District, James McDonald, was confirmed, the nomination would not go forward. And to "add a slight bit of intrigue," Trump demanded that Republicans tie the SAVE America Act to FISA, effectively killing the legislation for Democrats. "Not complicated, actually, the Republicans fell into a trap," Trump said at the time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5763faa12eaf174af79e52 County Corner: Mohave County reclassifies full-time short-term rentals as commercial properties te 2026-07-15T10:42:02.431Z County Corner: Mohave County reclassifies full-time short-term rentals as commercial properties Happy summer Mohave County! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5763e6a12eaf174af79e49 Stephanie Lueras: Microplastics: Worth our attention, not our panic te 2026-07-15T10:41:42.414Z Stephanie Lueras: Microplastics: Worth our attention, not our panic Spend enough time in online wellness spaces and you'll quickly discover that, apparently, everything is trying to kill us. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a576394a12eaf174af79e13 A SpaceX vet raised $65M to pull wire harnesses out of the Cold War era te 2026-07-15T10:40:20.748Z A SpaceX vet raised $65M to pull wire harnesses out of the Cold War era Someone has to bundle all the wires that go into rockets, missiles, and satellites. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575d66a12eaf174af79c3e Gen Z is working hard, but the economy is putting the American dream out of reach for many te 2026-07-15T10:13:58.051Z Gen Z is working hard, but the economy is putting the American dream out of reach for many Young people are working. They're just waiting longer for the "American dream" that work was supposed to buy. Labor force participation among Americans in their prime working years remains near its highest level in decades. Yet younger adults are buying homes later, delaying marriage and putting off having children as housing prices, elevated interest rates and other household expenses continue to outpace wage growth for many households. The economic backdrop has come under renewed scrutiny after White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt suggested Gen Z's frustrations stem in part from "laziness."  Once her comments drew backlash, Leavitt said critics had taken her remarks out of context, arguing she was referring to young people embracing socialism and communism — not a blanket statement regarding all of Gen Z. She added that "many Gen Z Americans are hardworking, entrepreneurial, and deeply patriotic." Generation Z, often shortened to Gen Z, includes Americans born between 1997 and 2012 , and is emerging as a growing force in both the labor market and U.S. politics. Leavitt also claimed the Trump administration's economic agenda — including tax cuts, deregulation and other affordability-focused policies — is intended to strengthen economic conditions for younger Americans. WE ASKED AMERICANS TO GRADE THE ECONOMY. THEN WE ASKED IF IT WOULD CHANGE THEIR VOTE. While her remarks sparked debate, economists say today's young people entered adulthood during one of the most challenging economic environments in decades, marked by high inflation, soaring housing costs and a cooling white-collar job market. The labor market data paint a more nuanced picture. Labor force participation among Americans ages 25 to 54 stood at about 83% in May, hovering near its highest level in decades, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Participation among Americans ages 20 to 24 has also remained above pre-pandemic levels. "There's lazy people in every generation," Heritage Foundation Chief Economist EJ Antoni told Fox News Digital. "It doesn't matter if you're talking about the boomers, Gen Z or anybody in between." Richard Stern, vice president of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise at Advancing American Freedom, said the data suggests Gen Z's preference for flexible work should not be confused with a lack of work ethic. "Labor participation rates for 16- to 19-year-olds, for 20- to 24-year-olds are all high," Stern said. While younger workers may prefer flexible or remote schedules. "That's not a work ethic thing. I think it's actually a preference thing," he added. A PROBLEM HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT IS KEEPING AMERICANS FROM BUYING HOMES Antoni pointed out how "the monthly mortgage payments on a median-priced home literally doubled during Biden's four years in office." "You don't have to ascribe any pejoratives to young people to realize that that is completely unsustainable." Housing affordability has deteriorated sharply over the past several years. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate climbed from roughly 3% in early 2021 to about 6.5% today, while the median U.S. home price rose from roughly $329,000 to more than $400,000, dramatically increasing the cost of buying a home. Stern said higher borrowing costs have made it dramatically harder for younger Americans to purchase homes and vehicles — two traditional markers of financial independence. "Interest rates have tripled on things like cars and mortgages," Stern told Fox News Digital. "So for new workers and young families, higher inflation and much higher interest rates have made it tremendously less affordable to buy a home or a car." Those affordability pressures have delayed more than just homeownership. The median age of a first-time homebuyer reached a record 38-years-old in 2025, according to the National Association of Realtors. Paul Teller, a conservative strategist who previously served in the Trump-Pence White House, said Leavitt's comments surprised many conservatives because they don't reflect what he sees from young workers. "Folks are working hard," Teller told Fox News Digital. "We're Americans, so this is what we do in our nature. Americans don't have to be told to work hard." Teller said younger Americans are discovering that the same path to the middle class no longer delivers the same results. "The same education that their older siblings got or their parents got isn't taking them this far," he said. "The same relative wage isn't taking them as far." The numbers suggest the challenge for many younger Americans isn't participating in the workforce. It's that work no longer buys the same milestones it once did. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575d52a12eaf174af79c35 Dem lawmaker says Constitution barred police from stopping her after alleged 100 mph speeding te 2026-07-15T10:13:38.601Z Dem lawmaker says Constitution barred police from stopping her after alleged 100 mph speeding A Democratic New Hampshire lawmaker accused of driving more than 100 mph in one case and 92 mph in another argues a centuries-old provision of the state constitution protected her from being stopped while traveling to or from legislative session, according to court documents obtained by Fox News Digital. State Rep. Ellen Read argues police unlawfully stopped and detained her because the New Hampshire Constitution protects lawmakers from being "arrested, or held to bail" while attending, traveling to or returning from the General Court. She contends the charges stemmed from an unconstitutional stop and should therefore be dismissed. Read was first stopped in December 2024, after authorities alleged she drove more than 100 mph on Interstate 93 in Windham. A second case followed in June 2025, when authorities accused her of driving 92 mph in a 65 mph zone in Londonderry. BILL BELICHICK'S DAUGHTER-IN-LAW FACES ARREST ORDER IN NORTH CAROLINA AFTER SKIPPING COURT APPEARANCE: REPORT In both cases, Read argued she was driving a vehicle displaying a New Hampshire State Representative license plate and told officers she was returning from a legislative session. "At the time of the stop, Ms. Read was a sitting member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives," her petition states. "She was traveling in a vehicle bearing a New Hampshire State Representative license plate. Upon being stopped, Ms. Read informed the deputy that she was returning from the General Court." In response to questions from Fox News Digital, Read said she is not arguing the Constitution shields lawmakers from prosecution, but instead protects them from being stopped while traveling to or from legislative duties. JACKSON SCOLDS COLLEAGUES IN SOLO DISSENT AFTER COURT JUMPS INTO ROUTINE POLICE-STOP CASE "The plain reading of the Constitution says that legislators cannot be stopped on their way to or from their duties," Read said. "It says nothing of being ticketed or arrested at the end of the commute, and nothing about prosecution." "Under the plain language of the New Hampshire Constitution, defendant was unlawfully detained/seized/arrested in violation of her Legislative privilege," one motion states. "All evidence illegally obtained should be suppressed, and the charge dismissed." At the center of Read's defense is a 1784 provision of the New Hampshire Constitution that states, "No member of the House of Representatives, or Senate shall be arrested, or held to bail, on mesne process, during his going to, returning from, or attendance upon, the Court." Read said the provision was intended to prevent local officials from delaying lawmakers and interfering with legislative votes, not to exempt legislators from criminal liability. FORMER WISCONSIN JUDGE HANNAH DUGAN AVOIDS JAIL TIME FOR OBSTRUCTING ARREST OF ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT "It was always the commute itself that was meant to be protected... Not the legislator protected from breaking the law," she said. Read's petition argues the New Hampshire Supreme Court has never interpreted the scope of the provision in the roughly 240 years since it was ratified, calling it a constitutional question of first impression that the state's highest court has never squarely addressed. "The question is not whether a sitting legislator is 'above the law,'" the petition states. Instead, Read argues lawmakers traveling to and from legislative duties should receive the same "functional analysis" applied to police officers or emergency medical technicians who violate traffic laws while performing official duties. A judge rejected that argument in Read's first speeding case. Court records show she was found guilty of negligent driving in August 2025 and fined $1,240, with half the fine deferred. She was also allowed to keep her license as long as she maintained good behavior for two years, completed a safe-driving course and avoided additional moving violations. Read later asked the New Hampshire Supreme Court to take up the constitutional question before the second speeding case proceeded. The court declined, denying her petition without prejudice and allowing her to raise the arguments again in a future appeal that complies with court rules. Read defended her handling of the case in an Instagram statement, saying she accepted the reduced negligent driving charge "to end the case" and did not appeal the constitutional issue. In the same statement, Read's office disputed allegations that she exceeded 100 mph, arguing the 2009 Toyota Yaris she was driving, which she said has more than 440,000 miles on it, "simply cannot go that fast." Her office also said the officer did not use radar or clock her speed and instead estimated it while accelerating to catch up to her vehicle. Read's office further claimed a State House employee who was on the phone with her during the traffic stop later testified to an account that conflicted with the officer's version of events. Read's office also criticized the lack of body-camera footage from the stop and said she now encourages motorists to use dashboard cameras. Read said her challenge focuses on the legality of the traffic stops rather than the underlying charges. "The unconstitutional manner of the stops, and not the charge, therefore, was the topic of discussion in the case," she said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575d3fa12eaf174af79c2c Inside MLB CBA negotiations as Manfred, players union exec discuss issues as sides attempt to save 2027 season te 2026-07-15T10:13:19.139Z Inside MLB CBA negotiations as Manfred, players union exec discuss issues as sides attempt to save 2027 season The 2026 MLB All-Star Game may have been the last we see for quite a while — and, unfortunately for baseball fans, that is not hyperbole. The clock has been ticking for a while, but now, an impending MLB work stoppage is upon us. The current collective bargaining agreement expires on Dec. 1, and even this one took numerous leaps and hurdles to reach an agreement. The 2022 season was delayed due to an owners' lockout after the expiration of the previous CBA the prior December. However, the sentiment at the time among baseball experts was, if you thought that was bad, wait until 2026. Well, 2026 is here, and they weren't kidding. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In the days of the largest contracts in the history of the sport, baseball has reached an impasse of large-market teams taking over players, dollars and — in more recent years — titles, while small-market teams are being left out to dry more than ever. The history of every ripple effect stretches back to even before Marvin Miller ever held a baseball, but the writing for these contentious talks has been on the wall since the negotiations five years ago. And with baseball potentially seeing a fourth straight year of increased attendance for the first time since 2004 to 2007, the game cannot afford any missed opportunities that will deter the fans away from the diamond. So, here is everything to know about the negotiations, what each side wants, and what could happen as the negotiations play out. One side would argue this is all the Los Angeles Dodgers' fault. They signed Shohei Ohtani to a $700 million contract ahead of the 2024 season, which was the first contract in baseball to surpass even $500 million, and 98% of that deal is deferred until after the contract is up. In total, the Dodgers' current AAV payroll is over $440 million, a far cry from the Miami Marlins' $81 million, all while dozens of millions are deferred. TRUMP SAYS IT'S 'SHOCKING' MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL STILL HASN'T IMPLEMENTED A SALARY CAP In this world of insane contracts, only a handful of teams are constantly in the conversation to sign star free agents. The Dodgers and New York Yankees have always been in it, and the New York Mets have recently joined the fray thanks to Steve Cohen, who signed Juan Soto to a $765 million contract. Other teams are sometimes in the mix, but it's normally unrealistic to consider them true threats for those types of megadeals. The other side, however, may blame the small-market teams, who have multi-billionaire owners, but their payrolls are just a fraction of that. The bottom five payrolls in the league add up to just over $500 million, which is less than what the Dodgers will be spending post-luxury tax penalties. Case in point, there are extremes on both sides — two teams don't even have payrolls of nine figures. The Marlins' payroll is actually roughly half of what it used to be in 2017, despite a sale of the team and everyone in the league making more money than ever. The Dodgers have already committed more money in 2030 than 12 teams have this season. The league wants a salary cap, and not much is going to get in its way. "I have an ownership group that is more united than any group in my entire time in baseball," MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said on Tuesday ahead of the All-Star Game. Manfred added that owners are simply "listening to our fans" regarding a salary cap and said it "defies human experience ... to think that the bottom end of that [payroll] gap has the same opportunity to win the top end." The owners are even willing to split their local television rights deal if there is a cap. "What our fans in a number of our markets are telling us, better than half of them, is there's a lack of competitive balance in the game. And everything we propose is directed at addressing that fan concern," Manfred said. "I believe that in order for this game to reach its full potential, we need to continue to address concerns that our fans have, particularly concerns that go to the core of what we're about — that is, competitive balance. We need to make sure that fans in markets at the beginning of the season have a realistic belief that their team has a chance to win. "I think that we need a system where fans, particularly in smaller markets, can have some hope that the players that are signed and developed by their organizations can actually stay there through free agency. And honestly, I think we need a system where there is a more robust free-agent market. So, if you don't want to go to New York or Los Angeles, you have a realistic opportunity to get a viable free-agent contract." The players, however, will not budge. A salary cap, which has never existed in the league, is a non-negotiable. They want the owners to spend a minimum and have no maximum. "Salary cap is the ultimate excuse not to compete. It's the ultimate excuse for an owner to say, 'Gee, I would like to make the team better, but you know I can't,'" interim MLBPA executive director Bruce Meyer said Tuesday. "Salary caps are bad for fans. Salary caps prevent teams from doing the things that they believe are in their interest to make the team better." MLB COMMISSIONER SAYS TRUMP 'INTERESTED' IN MLB CBA NEGOTIATIONS BUT 'WILL PASS' ON POTENTIAL HELP "Every team in baseball can afford to compete, many are choosing not to," Meyer added. "To me, that's the biggest problem right now." Players want to, and owners are willing to let them, become free agents earlier. As of now, players are typically under team control for six years, barring service-time manipulation (more on that soon). The first three years are pre-arbitration, meaning the players receive the league minimum each season. Then, in each of the following three seasons, the player and team essentially agree on one-year contracts, but those discussions can grow contentious. Now, teams can turn those six years into almost a full seven. A famous example is Kris Bryant, who in 2015 was optioned to the minor leagues for less than two weeks in order for the Chicago Cubs to get almost an extra full season of control, prompting a lawsuit. The current CBA tries to combat the tactic in that if a prospect starts the year on the Opening Day roster and wins certain major awards, i.e., Rookie of the Year, that team could receive draft picks. Also, if a player finishes in the top two of Rookie of the Year voting, he would get a full season of service time no matter when he was called up. Pre-arbitration players can also make more money based on their in-season success. But some teams are still willing to take the risk in an effort to hold onto their players longer. The players' wish to become free agents earlier, especially for those who don't hit free agency until after they are 30 years old, will certainly help their case. MLB owners recently proposed a salary cap for the first time since 1994, and we all know how that went. They have also offered strict contract limits, capping the length of deals at six years at 16% of their proposed salary cap for players re-signing with clubs and five years at 15% for those who sign with different teams. That would be quite the major change, as there have been 29 contracts in MLB history totaling 10 years or longer, and it's been nearly 60 years since Al Kaline signed the first seven-year deal. The players, on the other hand, recently offered a 28-man roster instead of the normal 26 for the first 15 days of the regular season to continue avoiding service-time manipulation. If the long-held speculation is correct, the owners are likely going to lock out the players if a deal is not reached. As long as the players refuse a salary cap, the start of next season, at the very least, is in jeopardy. Manfred, though, remains "an optimist." "I truly believe that if people engage in the process, that you find ways through things," he said. Baseball has not lost games since 1995, as the season had to be shortened by 18 games due to the players' strike that cost the 1994 postseason. But if neither side is willing to budge on essentially its top priority, unfortunate history could be made at a time when baseball is booming once again. 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/6a575d2ba12eaf174af79c11 'The wind and drift patterns tell a story,' Cajun Navy official says of missing Mississippi teen found dead te 2026-07-15T10:12:59.682Z 'The wind and drift patterns tell a story,' Cajun Navy official says of missing Mississippi teen found dead Questions remain in the death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells, who disappeared during a weekend of partying with friends on a boat trip. Wells was found dead on Horn Island two days after he went missing from the boat on the Fourth of July. An official with the United Cajun Navy, a search and rescue organization, confirmed to Fox News Digital that Wells' body was discovered on July 6. MISSING CANADIAN HIKER FOUND DEAD 2 WEEKS AFTER VANISHING DURING MOUNTAIN TREK IN WASHINGTON "It was actually a ranger from the National Park Service that discovered his body and called it in," said vice president Brian Trasher. He said he joined the mission to try and find the teen when his organization was contacted on social media. "Throughout the morning, we were talking with locals, trying to get any kind of intel on the last sighting or anything that could help," he said. NAVY SUSPENDS SEARCH FOR SAILOR WHO WENT MISSING WHEN HELICOPTER WENT DOWN IN ARABIAN SEA He says the search effort relied on the help of boats and an aircraft. "We were in the air about two hours before we noticed the activity on the beach," he goes on to say, "We were searching where the wind and drift patterns were taking the current." Rumors are swirling online as to the circumstances that led up to Wells' becoming separated from his friends and the boat. Trascher said, "There’s no evidence to suggest that he was dumped on an island and left for dead." AMERICAN 'LOOKSMAXXING' INFLUENCER CONNOR MURPHY DEAD AT AGE 32 AFTER APPARENT LAKE DROWNING "The working theory is that he drowned," he said. He told Fox News Digital Wells' body was found "washed right back" close to where he was last seen. Trascher said, "That tells me he didn’t go that far out." He went on to say, "The wind and drift patterns tell a story." It's important to note that the organization is not leading the investigation, the Jackson County Sheriff's Department is. "I’m not a medical professional. I’m not a professional investigator. I’m a search-and-rescue guy," Trascher said. The official cause of death has not yet been announced by authorities. The Jackson County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate Wells' death and has asked the public to come forward with any information. Wells' family has hired attorney Ben Crump to represent them. "The family is calling for a thorough and transparent investigation into how Nolan died," the firm said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575d18a12eaf174af79c08 Scientists may have found a way to make sausage rolls and flaky pastries much healthier te 2026-07-15T10:12:40.226Z Scientists may have found a way to make sausage rolls and flaky pastries much healthier A healthier version of the classic sausage roll could eventually become a reality as Scottish researchers develop a plant-based alternative to traditional pastry fats. Scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland, recently reached a new milestone toward making a healthier sausage roll without sacrificing flaky pastry by moving their experiment from the lab to their food industry partner's kitchen, the university announced in a news release. "By taking innovative food science out of the lab into the kitchen and testing it with everyday consumers, it has the potential to make the nation's favorite snacks healthier and make a genuine difference to our health and wellbeing," said Stephen Euston, a professor working on the pastry research. Sausage rolls are a British favorite that consist of seasoned sausage meat baked in puff pastry. "Around 10-15 million sausage rolls are sold a week in the UK, and the bestselling version contains 11 to 12.4 grams of saturated fat," Euston said. "That's more than 60% of the recommended daily limit for adults." The scientists' goal, Euston said, is to produce a pastry with the same flavor and texture people are used to, but with less saturated fat. "We're focused on sausage rolls, but this also applies to other baked goods that contain laminated pastry, such as croissants, Danish pastries and sweet or savory turnovers," he said. Making flaky pastry is a notoriously tricky process that typically involves butter or lard layered between sheets of dough. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "When the pastry bakes, steam forces those layers apart and gives you that flaky texture people expect," Euston said. "Simply replacing the fat with a healthier oil doesn't work, because liquid oils lack the structure needed to separate the pastry layers." Plant-derived oils – such as sunflower and rapeseed – are normally liquid at room temperature. Euston and his team are using a process called oleogelation to make the plant-based oils mimic traditional solid fats while offering reduced saturated fat. "We're interested in oils from crops that can be grown sustainably in the U.K. in order to minimize the impact on the environment," Euston said. While the early findings are promising, Skaneateles, New York-based dietitian Kelly Springer told Fox News Digital it's too soon to conclude whether the technology will ultimately produce a healthier food product. "There is not quite enough research behind this product to either say if it's good or better for you," Springer, who was not involved in the research, said. "It seems promising; however, we would need to have more research to support the claims." The research comes as seed oils have become the focus of a heated political and nutritional debate in the United States. Critics, notably followers of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, allege that consuming large quantities of refined seed oils, commonly found in highly processed foods, leads to increased inflammation and other health problems. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has referred to seed oils as "poison" and advocates for replacing them with animal fats, such as beef tallow and butter. Others argue there is limited scientific evidence to support MAHA's claims about seed oils and say they are healthier because they contain less saturated fat. "We are aware of the concerns on social media of the supposed health risks from consuming seed oil," Euston told Fox News Digital. "We do not agree with these concerns and would refer you to the reports by highly respected, scientifically credible institutions such as the British Heart Foundation and Johns Hopkins University." The Heriot-Watt University researchers' oleogelation technology promotes the use of cold-pressed seed oil, Euston noted. "In this process, the only processing is through a mechanical press followed by filtration," Euston said. "This does not involve any form of chemical processing." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER An advantage the Heriot-Watt scientists said their research could bring to bakers is the reduced need to chill pastry dough repeatedly. "We are hoping our oleogels will stay stable at higher temperatures, which means manufacturers may not have to chill the pastry as much," Euston said. "If we are lucky, they might not need to chill it at all." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575d04a12eaf174af79bff Social media erupts with mockery as Dem Senate candidate's pep talk goes viral: 'Is this for real?' te 2026-07-15T10:12:20.769Z Social media erupts with mockery as Dem Senate candidate's pep talk goes viral: 'Is this for real?' In an attempt to inject some energy into her Senate campaign during a recent campaign stop, Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., inadvertently created a moment that sparked online mockery. "I am going to be working on our behalf. I am going to be telling the stories on our behalf. And you better believe I’m going to bring it with a little bit of enthusiasm, a little bit of energy and a little bit of stick-it-to-them," Stevens said. "Because that’s the Michigan way, right?" MICHIGAN DEM SENATOR THROWS SUPPORT BEHIND CANDIDATE TO REPLACE HIM IN CONTENTIOUS PRIMARY The remarks, which come just three weeks until Michigan’s Senate primaries, are raising criticisms that Stevens is not charismatic enough to take on progressive Democratic challenger Abdul El-Sayed. "Maybe Abdul El-Sayed is winning hearts and minds in liberal Michigan … or maybe he’s just running against this?" Brent Scher, editor-in-chief for the Daily Wire, said in a post to X. In recent weeks, the Michigan primary has drawn national attention as it pits El-Sayed, a candidate pushing the party farther left on issues like healthcare and international affairs, against Stevens, an establishment figure with the backing of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. Those lines grew clearer as a third Democratic candidate, Mallory McMorrow, dropped out of the race earlier this month, taking away a third, more middle-of-the-road option. It’s unclear whether El-Sayed or Stevens will benefit more from McMorrow’s exit. DEMOCRATS' CIVIL WAR HEADS TO MICHIGAN WHERE PROGRESSIVES FACE BIGGEST TEST YET IN HIGH-STAKES SENATE SHOWDOWN Despite El-Sayed having drawn criticism for stances such as abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), demanding that the U.S. reconsider its partnership with Israel, and past calls to defund the police, he has mounted a campaign that has gained national attention and momentum among progressives. While Stevens has largely avoided controversy of her own, her presentation on the campaign trail continues to raise skepticism among critics. "Is this for real?!" Fox News Political Analyst Lisa Boothe wrote on X. "I just want to know why, and when, she chose to adopt this fake accent?" Chris Gustafson, the communications director for the Senate Leadership Fund wrote on X. "Stevens’ ads from 2018 sound like an entirely different person. Make it make sense." "Again, national press, you gotta stop calling this a Michigan accent," he added in another X post. "It’s offensive." Mario Nawfal, a social media personality, also pointed out the awkwardness of the Saturday clip. "Republicans are trolling Michigan Rep. Haley Stevens HARD, saying she sounds just like Chris Farley. If she wins, they say they’ll be forced to live in a van, down by the river," Nawful wrote. "Move over, David Goggins, I’ve got Haley Stevens in my headphones," Nathan Brand, a communications advisor for the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) said sarcastically, referring to a famous motivational speaker. Meghan McCain, another political commentator, compared the display to a moment that might appear on a sitcom. WATCH: SURFACED VIDEOS OF DEM SENATE CANDIDATE BACKING 'DEFUND THE POLICE' CONTRADICT RECENT DENIALS "How is this not a character from Parks & Rec?" McCain said, referring to the political comedy based in Indiana. Once having cleared the primary on Aug. 4, either Stevens or El-Sayed will advance to the state’s general election on Nov. 3. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575cf1a12eaf174af79bf6 Prince Harry longs for his old royal life as America isn't what he expected, experts say te 2026-07-15T10:12:01.316Z Prince Harry longs for his old royal life as America isn't what he expected, experts say Prince Harry will always have a soft spot for his home country, even as he continues to navigate life in America. The claim was made by Dan Wakeford, founder of the weekly pop-culture newsletter Celebrity Intelligence. A veteran celebrity media editor, Wakeford previously led People, Entertainment Weekly and Us Weekly. Wakeford told Fox News Digital that, according to sources who spoke with Celebrity Intelligence, the Duke of Sussex continues to greatly miss the U.K. and the role he once held there as he tries to carve out a meaningful role for himself in California. PRINCE HARRY'S INVICTUS GAMES SHOW THE 'ASSET' THE BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY LOST: EXPERTS "Harry particularly doesn't love the life he has in America," Wakeford said. "He misses his family, his friends and his former existence in the U.K. Sources say he would be content to downsize and have a smaller life instead of living on such a grand scale, but I think that is more Meghan [Markle]'s [style]." Archewell, which handles the offices of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, told Fox News Digital, "It's all unfounded speculation, of which we don't comment." While Wakeford described Harry as longing for aspects of his former life in Britain, the duke recently took a step toward reconnecting with his family. WATCH: PRINCE HARRY'S CALIFORNIA LIFE ISN'T WHAT HE EXPECTED: EXPERT On July 10, Harry, Meghan and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, met with King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Highgrove House, Buckingham Palace confirmed. Fox News Digital reached out to the palace and Archewell for comment. The family gathering came after Harry arrived in the U.K. on July 6 for several charity events that were overshadowed by speculation about whether he would meet with his father. The meeting marked the first time in years that King Charles had hosted Harry and his family, amid a rift that began after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals and moved to California in 2020. "I think it's important to make the point that Harry's marriage is a happy one," royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital. "The problem is that Harry is without a proper role. He has the Invictus Games, yes, but I do think he misses aspects of life in the U.K. and the friends he has kept there. He has charities he supports there, and his mother is buried there. While he had a difficult week during his visit, the meeting with the king and his family was a positive." "Seeing the 'good ol' Harry' playing wheelchair rugby with Invictus Games participants showed him grinning ear to ear," British royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital. "He was so happy in his element. Meeting with his father also would have reminded him of the prominent life he once led." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Harry and Meghan's life is very different from what they expected in America, from what they hoped for," Wakeford said. "What has shifted significantly is the gap between what they said they were building and what they actually built. They left the royal family to become financially independent." "The headline numbers of $100 million from Netflix deals and $20 million for Spotify always obscured what the real figures were," Wakeford said, referring to the deals the Sussexes initially secured to lead financially independent lives. "The Netflix deal was closer to $60 million, and the Spotify deal was $5 million to exit early," he claimed. "That's a significant amount of money, but their costs are also extremely high, and they don't have a sustainable business model." Questions about the Sussexes' long-term future come as Harry has increasingly spoken publicly about wanting to repair his relationship with his family while continuing to build a life in California. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down as working royals in 2020, citing relentless intrusions by the British press and a lack of support from the palace. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Tensions within the House of Windsor have remained high since the couple stepped away from royal duties and moved to California to pursue media ventures outside the monarchy. Harry's bestselling 2023 memoir, "Spare," further strained his relationship with the royal family. In a 2025 interview with the BBC, Harry said he "would love reconciliation with my family" because "there's no point in continuing to fight anymore." "I miss parts of the U.K., of course I do," he said. "And I think that it's really quite sad that I won't be able to show, you know, my children." "He misses what he knows," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital. "His titles give him status and a sense of achievement and credibility. His royal connection is everything he knows and, I'm sure, what he pines for deep down." Harry and his father met briefly for tea in September during the prince's short visit to London, marking the first time they had seen each other in well over a year. Harry has also wanted his children to spend more time with the monarch, whom they first met during celebrations marking Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. "Folks close to them say that within five years, they need to figure out what their strategy is," Wakeford said. "They're not bankrupt, and those headlines aren't true. They're not running out of money. But they do have to balance their costs against their future income." On Harry's 40th birthday in 2024, Roya Nikkhah, royal editor of The Sunday Times, reported that the prince's friends suggested he spent much of his time "looking back." "I know how important it is for him to have a happy, settled family life, but you need to do more than that if you’re him," a source who has known Harry since his teenage years told Nikkhah. "He has ended up isolated from his family and most of his old mates, in an environment where your friendships are not like the ones you forged as a young man." "He used to love a night out in the pub and hanging out in the country with friends," said the source. "Maybe he has grown into a different person, but do I think he’d really suit the Californian lifestyle? No. Now that we’ve seen it all play out, what has that left him with? On the surface, an enviable lifestyle — but for the Harry I know, I can’t imagine that gilded exile in California is where he wanted to end up." Fox News Digital reached out to Archewell for comment at the time. "He loves his family life out in the States," Nikkhah later told Fox News Digital. "He’s thrilled to be a dad. I suppose for him, it’s just finding a role — a really meaningful role going forward. The Invictus Games are fantastic, and he does great work there, and that will continue. But I think for him going forward, it’s finding a meaningful role for himself living out in the States on the global stage." In his 2022 Netflix series, Harry admitted, "I miss my friends … I’ve lost a few friends in this process." MEGHAN MARKLE RETURNS TO BRITAIN WITH PRINCE ARCHIE AND PRINCESS LILIBET FOR FIRST TIME IN YEARS "There is so much about America to love, and he has embraced so much so quickly," Fordwich previously told Fox News Digital. "There is nothing he has ever said or done that could be seen as bad-mouthing England. His family, yes. The 'Firm,' yes. But not his beloved England. He has certainly wavered over becoming an American and has shared his nostalgia with close friends, telling them he misses England. Many of them believe he's desperately lonely in California." "I would not be surprised to see him return, if only for a short time each year," Fordwich added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575cdda12eaf174af79bed Trump AG pick Todd Blanche faces Senate test in first major confirmation fight since Graham’s death te 2026-07-15T10:11:41.860Z Trump AG pick Todd Blanche faces Senate test in first major confirmation fight since Graham’s death Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche will face senators Wednesday in a high-stakes confirmation hearing that will test Republican unity on the Senate Judiciary Committee in the first major nomination fight since the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. "My colleagues and I are working to fill Senator Graham’s seat on the Senate Judiciary Committee before the Committee votes on Todd Blanche’s nomination next week," Tennessee Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn told Fox News Digital. "I look forward to confirming Mr. Blanche as Attorney General so he can continue his great work to crack down on crime, eradicate the two tiers of justice, and wipe out fraud. That’s exactly what Lindsey would’ve wanted us to do to honor his legacy," she added. LINDSEY GRAHAM, SOUTH CAROLINA SENATOR WHO ROSE FROM SMALL-TOWN ROOTS TO GOP POWER BROKER, DIES AT 71 Republicans are navigating their first major nomination battle without Graham—a former Judiciary Committee chairman whose courtroom-style questioning and command of confirmation fights made him one of the GOP's most influential voices. Blanche has been a staunch ally of President Donald Trump, first serving as his personal defense attorney before helping lead his criminal defense against cases Trump and his allies denounced as politically motivated. He was appointed by Trump as Deputy Attorney General when the president returned to office before being tapped to fill former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s shoes. TRUMP'S AG NOMINEE RACKS UP MASSIVE SUPPORT AHEAD OF CONFIRMATION HEARING: 'REAL RESULTS' "When the Corrupt Biden ‘Injustice’ Department and Radical Left Prosecutors tried to throw me in jail, and interfered in our Historic 2024 Presidential Campaign, Todd stood by my side and fought off the Lawfare," Trump posted in part on Truth Social Tuesday. Twenty conservative leaders penned a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, urging him to confirm Blanche, arguing that he has already proven he will "fight back." The letter, exclusively shared with Fox News Digital and spearheaded by the Article III Project, was signed by conservative legal figures including Article III Project founder Mike Davis, America First Legal Executive Director Gene Hamilton, John Eastman of the Claremont Institute, and others. The signers cited Blanche’s clerkships, his time as a federal prosecutor and his work in private practice. "Blanche made a tremendous sacrifice, walking away from a massive salary as a partner at a premier law firm to defend President Trump when almost no one else would," read the letter. "He stood in the arena. Most importantly, he won. Blanche fought back against the most nakedly partisan prosecution in modern American history: Alvin Bragg’s absurd attempt to transform a lawful nondisclosure agreement into 34 felony counts," it continued. DEMOCRAT POLITICOS RERUN UNDERHANDED LEFTIST PLAYBOOK IN EFFORT TO TORPEDO TRUMP’S AG NOMINEE Democrats have already signaled strong opposition to making Blanche’s acting appointment permanent, citing his close ties to Trump. "He's got a record. It's not what he says. It's what he's done and what he's consistently done is put Donald Trump above everything else. So his actions, this is a person who's got a very clear record," Vermont Sen. Peter Welch said Tuesday. "His actions speak much louder than whatever he says in the hearing." "40+ civil rights organizations just came out against Todd Blanche. Todd Blanche is indicting civil rights champions, protecting insurrectionists, and firing prosecutors. All to protect Donald Trump—not YOU," Senate Judiciary Democrats wrote on X. "Acting AG Todd Blanche has spent this confirmation fight doing what he's always done for his client Donald Trump: Denying the obvious, defending the indefensible, and lying under oath. He's already made it clear that we can’t trust a word that comes out of his mouth," said Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Monday. As for the conservative leaders who are urging Grassley to swiftly confirm Blanche, they say the "case for confirmation is simple." "Blanche already knows the job. He already knows the department. He is already executing the Trump agenda. Forcing a new nominee through the confirmation process would squander months of irreplaceable momentum–months the deep state would use to run out the clock. There is no reason to delay and every reason to act. The undersigned urge you to confirm Todd Blanche now," they wrote. The hearing begins Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. ET. Fox News’ Caroline Miller contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575ccaa12eaf174af79be4 You paid for it. So why is your device showing ads? te 2026-07-15T10:11:22.409Z You paid for it. So why is your device showing ads? You paid for the product. So why does it feel like the company still controls the screen? That is the question more of us are starting to ask as smart devices get updated long after we bring them home. A refrigerator can show ads in your kitchen. A car can flash offers on the dashboard. Even a Windows 11 computer can surface promotions before you get to work. The frustrating part is that this often happens through software updates. You tap update because you want your device to stay secure and work properly. Then one day, the product you bought starts acting like a billboard. This is also why it pays to understand the hidden privacy clauses and settings that come with smart products before those screens start doing things you never expected. GOOGLE TURNS OLD PHONES INTO CLOUD SERVERS Free live CyberGuy class: Sick of Spam? Join us July 22. Join us Wednesday, July 22, at 1 p.m. ET for a free CyberGuy Live class that will help you cut down on robocalls, spam texts, junk email and other unwanted messages. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will walk you step by step through simple ways to filter spam, clean up your inbox and recognize the messages that could put your personal information at risk. No technical experience is needed. You’ll also receive our spam-stopping checklist, and every registrant will get a link to the class recording afterward. Reserve your free spot today at CyberGuyLive.com. Samsung Family Hub refrigerators are sold as connected kitchen hubs. You can use the screen for weather, calendars, grocery lists and other household features. But as we discussed on The CyberGuy Report podcast at CyberGuy.com, that same screen can also become a place for ads after a software update. Samsung began showing ads on some Family Hub refrigerator Cover Screens in the U.S. We reached out to Samsung about this, and a spokesperson provided us with this statement: "Last year, Samsung piloted a new Cover Screen widget on Family Hub refrigerators in the U.S. The widget rotates through useful information like weather, news, calendar events, and curated ads. After the pilot concluded in March, the widget was launched fully with the same user experience. Users can turn off the Cover Screen widget, including ads, in the Advertisements tab of the Settings menu (Settings > Advertisements > Cover screen Ads) without impacting any other features or functions. Ads can also be dismissed on the Cover Screens where shown, meaning that the dismissed ad will not appear again during that specific ad's campaign period. Since the start of the pilot program last October, our review has indicated consumers are finding value in this new widget. The percentage of users who have turned off the feature is in the low single-digits. A Cover Screen appears when the Family Hub screen is idle, and the widget only appears on the Weather, Color, and Daily Board themes. The widget does not appear on the Cover Screen's Art or Album themes." That answer is important because Samsung says you can turn the Cover Screen ads off without losing other features. Still, the larger point remains. You bought a refrigerator, then a later update added an ad experience to the screen in your kitchen. On the Family Hub screen: You can also change the Cover Screen theme. Samsung says the widget does not appear on Art or Album themes. Now move from the kitchen to the driveway. Some Jeep, Ram and Chrysler drivers previously saw promotional messages on their infotainment screens through Stellantis' Uconnect system. Stellantis, the automaker behind Jeep, Ram, Chrysler and Dodge, says its In-Vehicle Message technology, or IVM, is designed to help the company stay in contact with owners at important points during ownership. The company says it uses IVM for important messages, such as vehicle recalls and vehicle health monitor alerts. Stellantis also confirmed that the earlier pop-up promotions were part of its in-vehicle messaging or Uconnect communication system. However, the company says it has not run the promotional in-vehicle messages referenced in those reports since mid-fall 2025 and has nothing planned for future in-vehicle promotional messages. At the time those promotional messages were active, Stellantis says owners could opt out by calling customer service or by updating their profile or Message Settings on their vehicle brand's website account, such as a Ram owner account. That update is important. There are no current promotional in-vehicle messages to opt out of, according to Stellantis. Still, the larger concern remains: modern vehicles are software-driven, and the screen in the middle of your dashboard can be changed long after you drive off the lot. 10 SMALL HOME UPGRADES THAT CAN LOWER YOUR MONTHLY BILLS A car screen is different from a phone app or website. You use that display for directions, music, climate controls and vehicle settings. So when a promotional message appears there, it can feel more personal than an ad on a webpage. To be fair, in-vehicle messaging can serve an important purpose. Recall notices and vehicle health alerts can help owners respond to safety or maintenance issues faster. However, promotional messages hit differently. You are sitting in a car you paid tens of thousands of dollars for. That screen should help you drive, maintain your vehicle and get where you are going without feeling like another place for a sales pitch. Then there is your computer. Windows 11 can show promotional content in places that feel like part of the operating system. That includes the lock screen, the Start menu and account-related notifications. The lock screen can use Windows Spotlight, which displays rotating images along with tips, tricks and notifications. Start menu settings also include areas where Microsoft can show recommendations and account prompts. Some of these messages may look like helpful notices. Others can feel like upsells. The most annoying ones are the alerts that look urgent, then steer you toward a Microsoft service such as OneDrive backup. Microsoft declined to comment for this story. You can cut down on much of this in Settings. FIVE DATA BROKER OPT-OUT MYTHS THAT LEAVE RETIREES EXPOSED Microsoft may change wording over time, so look for anything tied to recommendations, tips, suggestions, offers or account notifications. For more Windows settings help, see these Windows 11 tips. The real problem isn’t one ad on one screen. It is the fact that software gives companies a way to change products after you buy them. A refrigerator used to stay a refrigerator. A car dashboard used to do what it did on the day you drove off the lot. A computer operating system used to feel like the tool you used to get things done. Now those screens can change later. A company can add a widget, promote a service or push an offer through an update. That does not mean every update is bad. Security fixes are essential. Bug fixes help. New features can be useful. However, ads feel different when they arrive after you already paid for the product. That is why you should keep your devices updated, but also check what changed after the update installs. Before you buy a smart appliance, connected car or computer, think beyond the hardware. Ask what kind of software controls the screen. Check whether ads, recommendations or promotional content can be turned off. After setup, go through the settings before you assume the default experience is the only option. Look for menus labeled ads, recommendations, notifications, tips, offers or personalization. If you are setting up a new device, this new electronics setup guide is a good place to start. Also, pay attention after updates. If a new widget or pop-up appears, do not assume you have to live with it. There may be a buried toggle that turns it off. Most of all, remember that a screen in your home, car or office has value. Companies know that. You should know it too. This is exactly why we covered this on The CyberGuy Report podcast at CyberGuy.com. It hits a nerve because you already paid for these products, yet companies can still use software updates to claim space on the screens you see every day. Samsung says Family Hub Cover Screen ads can be turned off. Stellantis says its vehicle promotions stopped in the fall of 2025. Windows 11 gives you some settings that reduce tips, suggestions and account prompts. Still, the pattern is hard to ignore. Companies are learning how to keep making money from a product after the sale. That may be great for them, but it can feel pretty lousy when the screen is inside your kitchen, your car or your computer. When you pay thousands of dollars for a product, that screen should work for you instead of becoming another place for a company to sell to you. Which screen ad would bother you most: one on your refrigerator, one on your computer or one in your car? 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/6a575ab6a12eaf174af79b5f Trump won’t rule out Kharg Island takeover: What a US assault could look like te 2026-07-15T10:02:30.913Z Trump won’t rule out Kharg Island takeover: What a US assault could look like Hundreds of U.S. Marines storm ashore as helicopters thunder overhead, Navy warships and fighter jets establish overwhelming air and sea superiority, and commanders issue one final warning to Iranian forces: surrender or be overrun. That is how military experts envision the opening hours of a potential U.S. operation to seize Iran's Kharg Island—the tiny but strategically vital island that handles roughly 90% of the Islamic Republic's crude oil exports and has become the centerpiece of Washington's economic pressure campaign against Tehran. The scenario was thrust back into the spotlight Tuesday after President Donald Trump declined to rule out taking the island. "I can't say that to you because if I did, it would be foolish," Trump told Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst during an exclusive interview on ‘Special Report’ when asked directly whether he planned to seize Kharg island. He added that previous U.S. strikes intentionally avoided the island's oil facilities because they are "a chunk of the world economy." TRUMP HAS 3 CHOICES TO DEFINE VICTORY IF HE WANTS TO BEAT IRAN. NONE OF THEM ARE EASY "There are a lot of ways to skin this cat," Vice Adm. (Ret.) Robert Harward, former deputy commander of U.S. Central Command, told Fox News Digital in an interview. Harward explained a Marine Expeditionary Unit could conduct an amphibious assault while U.S. naval and air forces establish complete control over the battlespace, giving Iranian defenders an opportunity to surrender before major fighting begins. The goal, he said, would not simply be to capture the island but to preserve the oil infrastructure that could one day serve a post-Islamic Republic government. "The real objective at the end of the day is to minimize risk," said Harward. "Not only to your own forces, but to the people you're coming in contact with," while also limiting damage to facilities that could eventually be handed over to "a government of Iran that is focused on supporting its people, as opposed to proliferating the Islamic Revolution." Trump's remarks echoed Harward's assessment that preserving Kharg's oil facilities would likely be a key military objective. Trump said he had instructed U.S. forces during previous strikes to "hit everything, but the oil," explaining that damaging the export terminal could have significant consequences for the global economy. HOW IRAN ATTACKS ARE FORCING THE PENTAGON TO RETHINK ITS DECADES-OLD MIDDLE EAST BASE STRATEGY But military experts say capturing Kharg may be the easiest part of the mission. Located just 16 miles off Iran's Gulf coast, the eight-square-mile island sits well within range of Iranian missiles, drones and shore-based anti-ship weapons. While analysts believe U.S. forces could likely seize the island within hours, holding it against sustained retaliation from the nearby mainland could require a far larger and longer military commitment—raising the risk of direct war with Iran itself. Kharg's strategic importance predates Iran's modern oil industry. British forces briefly occupied the island during confrontations with Persia over Herat in 1838 and again during the Anglo-Persian War in 1856, using its location near the Iranian coast to apply pressure on Tehran. Nearly a century later, Iran selected Kharg as a deep-water oil terminal because its sheltered waters could accommodate large tankers. Construction began in the late 1950s, and the terminal entered service in 1960, transforming the island into the principal outlet for Iranian crude. "Everybody talks about seizing Kharg," Nicholas Carl, assistant director of the Critical Threats Project at the American Enterprise Institute, told Fox News Digital. "Iran has spent decades investing in denial capabilities designed specifically to keep U.S. forces away from its shores." Those capabilities include anti-ship cruise missiles, drones, naval mines and hundreds of fast attack craft designed to overwhelm superior naval forces. IRAN'S BIGGEST WEAPON AGAINST THE US MAY BE SLIPPING AWAY, EXPERTS SAY Military planners have long viewed Iran's anti-access strategy as one of the most sophisticated in the Middle East. Rather than matching the U.S. Navy ship for ship, Tehran has invested heavily in asymmetric weapons intended to make any amphibious assault costly. Harward, a former member of the National Security Council and current member of the Jewish Institute for National Security of America's Iran Policy Project, acknowledged that once American forces were on Kharg, the primary danger would shift from conventional naval combat to missile and drone attacks launched from the nearby mainland. "Iran doesn't really have air power," Harward said. "The concern is whether they launch missiles and drones at the island with U.S. forces on the ground. That's the biggest risk." Harward said the viability of the operation would ultimately depend on intelligence about the number and disposition of Iranian forces, whether they had prepared booby traps or improvised explosive devices, and how Tehran might respond once American troops were ashore. Still, he argued, such retaliation would come at a price for Tehran. "If they start striking Kharg itself, they become accountable for damaging their own economic lifeline," he said. The challenge illustrates the distinction between tactical success and strategic success. Seizing an eight-square-mile island is one military problem. Defending it against sustained attacks only a short distance from Iranian territory is another. Harward suggested Washington still has several options short of launching an amphibious assault. With the U.S.-led blockade, reinforced Tuesday, already constraining Iran's oil exports, he argued that additional economic pressure could target overland transportation routes, border crossings and air traffic instead of committing ground troops. "There is still a lot you could do to enhance the economic challenges to Iran," Harward said. "Synchronizing military, economic and political pressure is really the strategy." Some strategists have also questioned whether Kharg is the most valuable military objective. Mark Fox, a retired Vice Admiral and a former commander of the 5th Fleet, previously told Fox News Digital that Kharg is fundamentally an oil terminal rather than a military fortress. Instead, he argued, smaller islands such as Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa—disputed islands near the Strait of Hormuz—could present more manageable military objectives while creating a significant strategic dilemma for Tehran because of their location along one of the world's most important shipping lanes. For Harward, however, the larger question extends beyond any single island. "I think the only real end state to ensure long-term stability and security in the region is a government of Iran that renounces the Islamic Revolution and focuses on the Iranian people," he said. That would require ending Tehran's nuclear ambitions, halting support for proxy groups, protecting freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and ending the regime's domestic repression. Whether Washington ever decides to seize Kharg, military planners agree on one point: Capturing Iran's economic lifeline would likely be measured in hours, but successfully holding it—and managing the regional escalation that could follow — would be a far longer and more complex campaign. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575aa3a12eaf174af79b55 Expert Warns Arizona’s Salt River Wild Horse Reduction Plan Risks Herd’s Long-Term Survival te 2026-07-15T10:02:11.458Z Expert Warns Arizona’s Salt River Wild Horse Reduction Plan Risks Herd’s Long-Term Survival By Staff Reporter | New expert analysis warns that the Arizona government’s plan to reduce the Salt River wild horse population to 120 horses could prove devastating to their continued existence. The herd currently has approximately 274 horses, nearly half of what it was at its peak in recent decades. Dr. E. Gus Cothran, equine population geneticist and professor emeritus at Texas A&M University, issued a statement expressing concern that the plan may prove detrimental to the future existence of the wild horses. Cothran says wild horse populations require 150 to 200 horses minimum for long-term genetic health, though no number can provide an exact guarantee on a herd’s survival. “At the most basic level, 150 to 200 animals is a minimum number,” said Cothran. “This is the number that, if everything goes right and only population genetics is involved, should maintain genetic health for 200 years or so.” Cothran said genetic testing of just 20–25% of the herd would allow for insight into the herd’s genetic health: approximately 55 to 70 horses. Citing that assessment, advocates and community members have raised concerns that a removal of the horses would have the potential for permanent and devastating impact to the wild horse population.  The Friends of the Salt River Horses have asked Gov. Katie Hobbs to pause the permanent removals pending an independent genetic study and scientific review. “Once that diversity is lost, it is gone forever!” said Friends of the Salt River Horses in a statement. “Before a single horse is permanently removed, Arizona should demonstrate through independent science that the remaining herd will be genetically healthy and capable of surviving for generations. Friends of the Salt River Wild Horses calls upon Governor Hobbs to halt removals, to do the science, and respect the public process.” Some contend the Arizona Department of Agriculture’s (AZDA) plan to remove these horses violates the Salt River Wild Horse Protection Act passed in 2016. The act empowers the state to exercise discretionary management of the horse population, with protections against the obstruction, chase, capture, removal, or euthanasia of the horses without government permission. AZDA awarded the management contract to the Salt River Wild Horse Management Group (SRWHMG). The company is operating on a goal to reduce the herd size over the next five years through natural attrition, fertility control, and manual relocation, per a press release issued by AZDA in February.  SRWHMG has already been involved in population reduction efforts. They reduced the population from 450 horses using fertility control methods.   AZDA promised that all removed wild horses were only permitted for the relocation to approved sanctuaries — no horses may be donated, traded, slaughtered, or sold. According to AZDA, the contract procurement process included input from an assessment panel consisting of veterinarians, a rangeland management scientist, and a federal wild horse manager.  AZDA Director Paul Brierley said the management plan represented the responsible promotion and protection of the “Salt River experience.” SRWHMG President Simone Netherlands called the plan “a pragmatic compromise.” Last month, the Arizona legislature failed to pass a proposed three-year moratorium on the herd reduction and mandatory study on the Salt River horses’ genetic diversity. The House passed the bill, SB 1199, but the Senate declined to hear it.  Republican Reps. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) and David Schweikert (AZ-01) were among the founding members of the bipartisan Congressional Wild Horse Caucus last year.  These and other members of Congress have been pushing for the passage of the Wild Horse and Burro Protection Act, HR 4356, which would eliminate helicopter roundups. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Expert Warns Arizona’s Salt River Wild Horse Reduction Plan Risks Herd’s Long-Term Survival first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575a8ea12eaf174af79b4c RNC Blasts Mendoza Over Past Anti-Trump Remarks On Butler Assassination Attempt Anniversary te 2026-07-15T10:01:50.979Z RNC Blasts Mendoza Over Past Anti-Trump Remarks On Butler Assassination Attempt Anniversary By Matthew Holloway | Two years after the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Republican National Committee (RNC) is drawing attention to past remarks by Arizona Democratic congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza in which she questioned the federal government and compared the United States to countries where democracy has collapsed. Mendoza, a retired Marine running to represent Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District, made the statements during three separate political appearances released online between 2025 and 2026. The RNC accused Mendoza of contributing to hostile political rhetoric surrounding Trump and connected her comments to the violence directed against him. “JoAnna Mendoza continues to spew vile conspiracy theories and the extremely divisive rhetoric that have led to three assassination attempts against President Trump,” RNC spokesman Nick Poche said in a statement provided to AZ Free News. “Americans will never forget what happened in Butler, or the Democrats who refused to lower the temperature and tried to tear our nation apart.” In the first video, released by LD18 Democrats, Mendoza questioned the reliability of federal intelligence while answering a question about the Middle East and Iran. Mendoza criticized the Biden and Trump administrations’ handling of Israel, Gaza, and Iran before questioning whether the government possessed reliable intelligence about recent actions involving Iran. “Can we even trust our intelligence agencies right now?” Mendoza asked. “Can we even trust our government to give us the correct information? And I think the answer to that is no.” Mendoza made the second set of remarks during a presentation to Indivisible Tucson Action while explaining why she entered the congressional race. Mendoza said she was alarmed by what she described as the Trump administration’s actions in communities across the country and suggested that the nation’s democratic institutions were being eroded. “It really scares me to think that, you know, what we’re seeing play out right now across our nation in communities, to see what this administration is doing, I never thought that I would see in the homeland,” Mendoza said. “I never thought that I would see what has transpired happen here,” she continued. “You see it in countries like the ones I’ve been deployed to where democracy does not exist or has fallen.” Mendoza did not identify a single policy or incident in that portion of the presentation. Rather, she broadly characterized the administration’s conduct as “unprecedented” and said she entered the race because she could no longer remain on the sidelines. “What we’re seeing is unprecedented, and this is not the norm,” Mendoza said. “I just couldn’t stand by on the sidelines and watch this happen to our country or to its people, to us, to we the people.” The third clip came from an interview with MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas, who introduced Mendoza during a segment criticizing Trump and Republican Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ06). During a discussion of border security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Mendoza questioned the training and conduct of ICE agents. Meiselas compared the administration’s practices to propaganda and tactics employed in other countries, and Mendoza agreed with the comparison. “I know. It’s like we’re living in a third world country,” Mendoza said. “I mean, I’ve been deployed to countries who do not have democracy, who are in authoritarian regimes.” “I never thought that I would see the government and its federal law enforcement agency turn against the American people,” she added, before alleging a pattern of misconduct involving ICE agents. The RNC released the clips on July 13, two years after Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire during Trump’s campaign rally near Butler. Trump was wounded in the right ear. Former fire chief Corey Comperatore was killed while protecting his family, and rally attendees David Dutch and James Copenhaver were wounded, according to the Secret Service. The FBI said in a 2024 statement that its investigation found no credible evidence that Crooks worked with co-conspirators. Investigators examined his electronic devices, searches, and online activity but did not determine a definitive motive. The Associated Press reported that Crooks searched for campaign appearances involving both Trump and then-President Joe Biden and viewed the Butler rally as a “target of opportunity.” Reuters reported that his computer activity reflected a mixture of ideological interests without demonstrating a definitive left- or right-wing motivation. Trump faced another assassination attempt on Sept. 15, 2024, when Ryan Wesley Routh positioned himself with a rifle near Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. A federal jury convicted Routh in September 2025, and he was sentenced in February to life plus 84 months in federal prison. At trial, prosecutors presented a letter in which Routh described the incident as an assassination attempt and offered $150,000 to anyone who would “complete the job.” Routh’s writings demonstrated explicit hostility toward Trump. The Associated Press previously reported that Routh had urged Iran to assassinate Trump in a self-published book and later wrote that “DEMOCRACY is on the ballot and we cannot lose.” A federal grand jury has also indicted Cole Tomas Allen on charges including attempting to assassinate Trump during an April 25 shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. Prosecutors alleged that Allen ran through a security checkpoint carrying a shotgun and fired at a Secret Service officer, striking the officer’s ballistic vest, as he moved toward the ballroom where Trump was located. Reuters reported that Allen sent relatives a manifesto describing Trump administration officials as prioritized targets. Prosecutors alleged that Allen disagreed politically with Trump and wanted to “fight back” against government policies he considered morally objectionable. Allen pleaded not guilty, and the case remains pending. Mendoza is seeking the Democratic nomination to challenge Ciscomani in November. Mendoza is also facing questions from the RNC about salary payments she has received from her own campaign. The Mendoza campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post RNC Blasts Mendoza Over Past Anti-Trump Remarks On Butler Assassination Attempt Anniversary first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a575a7aa12eaf174af79b43 Soros Family Members Gave $34,600 To Three Arizona Democratic Congressional Candidates te 2026-07-15T10:01:30.506Z Soros Family Members Gave $34,600 To Three Arizona Democratic Congressional Candidates By Matthew Holloway | Three Arizona Democratic congressional candidates received a combined $34,600 from Jonathan Soros, the son of billionaire political donor George Soros, and his wife, Jennifer, across the 2024 and 2026 election cycles, according to Federal Election Commission records. JoAnna Mendoza, a Democratic candidate seeking to challenge Republican Rep. Juan Ciscomani in Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District, received a combined $14,000 from Jonathan and Jennifer Soros for the 2026 election cycle. Jonathan Nez, a Democrat seeking Arizona’s Second Congressional District seat, received another $14,000 from the couple. Dr. Amish Shah’s congressional campaign received a combined $6,600 from Jonathan and Jennifer Soros during the 2024 election cycle. Shah was the Democratic nominee in Arizona’s First Congressional District that year and is seeking the seat again in 2026. The contributions were publicly disclosed and fall within federal campaign-finance limits. During the 2025-2026 election cycle, an individual may give a candidate committee up to $3,500 for each election, with the primary and general elections treated separately. Two married donors can therefore contribute a combined $14,000 to a candidate participating in both elections. The individual limit was $3,300 per election during the 2023-2024 cycle. The contributions represent a smaller, more direct form of Soros family involvement than Arizona has seen in previous election cycles. In 2016, the Associated Press reported that a Soros-funded political group contributed $2.3 million in the Maricopa County sheriff’s race, supporting Democrat Paul Penzone and running advertisements against Republican incumbent Joe Arpaio. Another Soros-funded group spent $1.3 million as the sole contributor to a group opposing Republican Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery. Penzone defeated Arpaio, while Montgomery won reelection against Democrat Diego Rodriguez. The Soros political network also spent heavily on an Arizona ballot measure during the 2024 election. State campaign-finance records show the Open Society Action Fund contributed $1,999,999 to Arizona for Abortion Access, the committee supporting Proposition 139. The measure amended the Arizona Constitution to establish a right to abortion. George Soros founded the broader Open Society Foundations network, which includes the Open Society Action Fund. Unlike those earlier expenditures, the money given to Mendoza, Nez, and Shah was contributed directly by Jonathan and Jennifer Soros to the candidates’ authorized campaign committees and was subject to federal individual contribution limits. Jonathan Soros is an investor who previously served as president and deputy chairman of Soros Fund Management. He is also a director of the Jennifer and Jonathan Allan Soros Foundation and has participated in Democratic and progressive political organizations. The contributions come as Mendoza and Nez have accumulated multimillion-dollar campaign accounts ahead of Arizona’s July primary election. The NRCC highlighted the contributions on X and cited comments from Arizona Republican Party Chairman Sergio Arellano published by the Arizona Daily Independent. Arizona Dems pocket massive Soros checks while posing as ‘working class’ Joanna @Mendoza4AZ & @DrAmishShah sold out Arizona and supported their far-left, open borders, defund the police policies https://t.co/m4CnywdJ7q — NRCC (@NRCC) July 13, 2026 “Democrats love calling themselves the party of the working class,” Arizona Republican Party Chairman Sergio Arellano observed according to the Arizona Daily Independent. “That’s funny because they seem to spend a lot more time listening to radical billionaire donors than the people actually working overtime to pay the bills. Maybe that’s why hardworking Americans aren’t buying what they’re selling anymore.” Mendoza’s campaign reported raising approximately $7.35 million and spending about $4.09 million through July 1. The campaign ended the reporting period with approximately $3.26 million in cash on hand. Mendoza is a retired Marine and former political consultant running against Ciscomani in a district Democrats have repeatedly targeted. Nez, a former president of the Navajo Nation who unsuccessfully challenged Republican Rep. Eli Crane in 2024, reported raising approximately $3.52 million during the current cycle. His campaign spent approximately $1.67 million and reported about $1.91 million in cash on hand through July 1. Shah’s campaign reported raising approximately $1.83 million during the current election cycle. The former Arizona state representative is competing for the Democratic nomination in the First Congressional District after losing the 2024 general election to Republican Rep. David Schweikert. The National Republican Congressional Committee cited the Soros contributions while attacking Mendoza and Shah over their political positions. “Democrat lobbyist JoAnna Mendoza and socialist Amish Shah sold out Arizona the moment they cashed these massive Soros checks,” NRCC spokesman Ben Petersen said in a statement. “These liberals serve the radical left-wing agenda of a billionaire family pushing dangerous socialist, defund the police, open borders policies.” Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post Soros Family Members Gave $34,600 To Three Arizona Democratic Congressional Candidates first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5755c4a12eaf174af79a3f Docs expose horrific strangling, kidnapping charges against anti-ICE lawyer championed by Dems te 2026-07-15T09:41:24.168Z Docs expose horrific strangling, kidnapping charges against anti-ICE lawyer championed by Dems An immigration lawyer representing two illegal immigrants who were involved in a recent fatal ICE shooting in Houston has prior domestic abuse and kidnapping charges, documents reveal. Hugo Balderas-Ibarra, a private practice attorney in Texas, represents two of the three passengers who were in a van when Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent last week. At a press conference after the shooting, Balderas-Ibarra ripped the agency, demanding an immediate release of his clients and accusing ICE agents of lying about the shooting and of "racial profiling." He said that his clients "will forever be physically and emotionally scarred by this killing," adding, "None of these families will ever be whole again." However, a Harris County District Court charging document obtained by Fox News reveals that Balderas-Ibarra is currently out on a $20,000 bond on a felony assault family violence by impeding breathing charge stemming from a 2024 incident. ICE SAYS OFFICER SHOT AND KILLED ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT WHO TRIED TO RAM HIM WITH CAR IN HOUSTON The document states that the alleged assault took place in 2024 when the victim and Balderas had a dating relationship. According to the victim, they got into an argument the day she was set to take a flight over something she had seen on his phone. This caused her to pack all her belongings, which Balderas-Ibarra found and took. The woman took an Uber to the airport. While Balderas-Ibarra agreed to bring her luggage to the airport, once there, the document says he "threw her luggage on the ground," and when she went to pick it up, he "grabbed her by her neck with his left hand." She told investigators that he held her thus for several seconds, and when he noticed people getting close to them, he "squeezed harder and twisted her throat." She said she was unable to breathe during the strangulation and felt dizzy and disoriented. Afterwards, she said she had nausea, a headache and felt faint. The document states that photos taken by authorities after the incident show redness and swelling on the woman’s neck. After this incident, Balderas-Ibarra was charged with felony assault family violence – impeding breathing. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT Further, a Harris County bond motion shows that at the time of the strangling incident, Balderas-Ibarra was already on bail for a separate domestic violence charge, kidnapping and false imprisonment in Seminole County, Florida. Fox News Digital reached out to Balderas-Ibarra’s office for comment. According to the website for the State Bar of Texas, Balderas-Ibarra is eligible to practice law in the state with a "probationary license." He spoke at a press conference on the ICE shooting last Friday alongside Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, and Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is also a Democrat. Salgado Araujo, a Mexican citizen who authorities said was in the country illegally, was shot and killed in Houston after ICE said he tried to ram an ICE officer with his vehicle during a traffic stop. Araujo was struck and taken to a hospital, where he later died. At the press conference, Balderas-Ibarra said that ICE’s accounts of the shooting have "varied" and that his clients’ versions of the events are "extremely different from what ICE agents are saying or what the agency is saying." MAINE ICE SHOOTING VICTIM WAS NOT TARGET OF ARREST WARRANT, SEN. KING’S OFFICE SAYS AFTER EARLIER DHS ACCOUNT "All three of my clients reiterated that at no point was there ever an agent standing in front of the vehicle, nor was an agent ever placed in the line of danger. That is simply false. And I believe my clients are telling the truth," said Balderas-Ibarra. He demanded ICE release his clients to ensure they are not deported, which he said would preserve the "integrity" of the investigations into the shooting. "I am calling for drastic changes to the way ICE conducts their immigration enforcement," he said, adding, "This is not immigration enforcement. This is racial profiling." Fox News Digital also reached out to the offices of Green, Garcia and Teare for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5750fba12eaf174af79903 Todd Blanche Faces Crucial Hurdle Ahead of Confirmation as Attorney General te 2026-07-15T09:20:59.652Z Todd Blanche Faces Crucial Hurdle Ahead of Confirmation as Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination is broadly a referendum on President Trump’s vision of the Justice Department as a projection of his power. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5750e8a12eaf174af798fa Senator Mark Kelly Amasses Nearly $25 Million Campaign War Chest te 2026-07-15T09:20:40.195Z Senator Mark Kelly Amasses Nearly $25 Million Campaign War Chest The Arizona Democrat said he had raised and given away $10 million to fellow members of his party and committees as he mulls a presidential run in 2028. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a5750d4a12eaf174af798f1 Jay Clayton Expected to Face Tough Questions in Confirmation Hearing te 2026-07-15T09:20:20.745Z Jay Clayton Expected to Face Tough Questions in Confirmation Hearing His nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community comes as the White House pushes to use declassified intelligence to show concerns about election security. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574f09a12eaf174af79841 JOHN YOO: Barrett and Kagan’s safety plea exposes the left’s war on the Supreme Court te 2026-07-15T09:12:41.282Z JOHN YOO: Barrett and Kagan’s safety plea exposes the left’s war on the Supreme Court "Maybe I lack imagination, but I didn’t expect that performing this service was going to put me in the position of explaining to my children what a bulletproof vest was and why I had to wear one," Justice Amy Coney Barrett told Congress on Monday. Justice Barrett was explaining in vivid terms why the Supreme Court had requested an additional $14.6 million, as part of its $228 million budget request, for enhanced security. SUPREME COURT JUSTICES HEAD TO CAPITOL HILL FOR FIRST CONGRESSIONAL APPEARANCE SINCE 2019 Her fellow witness, Justice Elena Kagan, observed that threats against the Supreme Court had risen 38% this year. Justice Barrett herself had suffered a "swatting" attack earlier this year, in which someone falsely reported an armed shooter at her house. More alarmingly, an assassin attempted to kill Justice Brett Kavanaugh after the 2022 leak of the court’s Dobbs opinion, which overturned Roe v. Wade and its creation of a constitutional right to abortion. While the justices are often willing to write hundreds of pages setting out their opinions on constitutional law, they left unanswered the question of why threats have risen so sharply. The answer seems clear. Left-wing activists and leaders have waged war against the court. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., for example, warned Justices Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch against overruling Roe. He appeared on the front steps of the Supreme Court and threatened that they would "pay the price" and "won’t know what hit [them]." DEMOCRATIC SENATOR CLAIMS GOP 'STOLE' TWO SCOTUS SEATS IN 2016, 2020, CALLS FOR EXPANSION Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., has attempted to raise ethical doubts about the justices because they allegedly accepted gifts from wealthy benefactors.  Virtually all the major leaders of the Democratic Party agree with the idea of packing the Supreme Court because they disagree with its decisions. Former Vice President Kamala Harris declared in May that Democrats should consider expanding the court with liberals and punishing conservatives. "This is a moment where there are no bad ideas," the 2024 Democratic presidential candidate said on a podcast. These attacks stem from the left’s larger attack on the Supreme Court as an agent of the Trump administration. Schumer, for example, often criticizes what he dubs "the MAGA Supreme Court" for transforming government agencies into "members-only clubs for his golf buddies and cronies." House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries decries "the corrupt conservative majority on the Supreme Court appointed by Donald Trump" for taking "a blowtorch" to civil rights laws. MORNING GLORY: THE SUPREME COURT OFFICIALLY CLOSES THE BOOKS ON ANOTHER TERM But the Supreme Court term that just ended demonstrates — yet again — that the court does not decide cases with an eye to partisan winners and losers. President Trump lost on several of his signature policies: in Learning Resources, the court struck down the White House’s universal tariffs as beyond the delegation of international economic power; in Barbara, a 6-3 majority affirmed birthright citizenship over a Trump executive order; in Cook, the justices blocked Trump’s removal of a governor on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Trump only prevailed when his positions aligned with the Roberts court’s long-term agenda. In Slaughter, Trump won the power to fire the heads of administrative agencies, but the justices had been steadily expanding the president’s removal power for the last 15 years. In RNC, the court struck down more limits on the ability of parties to spend campaign funds in coordination with candidates, but only because the justices have steadily treated campaign funding as speech. In Callais, the Trump administration won the end of the use of race in congressional redistricting, but only because the Roberts court has steadily ended the government’s ability to use race in making decisions. The court does not think in terms of Republicans and Democrats. It instead fights over much deeper differences between conservatives and progressives on constitutional interpretation. The conservative justices generally believe that the court should interpret the Constitution based on the original understanding of its ratifiers; the liberal justices would allow contemporary ideals — whether political, economic or philosophic — to govern as well. These are the types of disputes appropriate to the Supreme Court, and to allow it to interpret and apply the Constitution free from political influence, the Framers gave federal judges lifetime tenure with undiminished pay. But to make short-term political gains, the left would sacrifice the independence of the courts. Manipulating the size of the court in response to its decisions is just an attempt to dictate the desired outcomes to the justices. Threats against them are merely another political tool to pressure the court to change its ways. These threats, encouraged by the heated rhetoric of Democratic leaders, along with court-packing, are themselves of a piece with the broader progressive attack on constitutional structure. Democrats also want to abolish the Senate filibuster, which bolsters the constitutional structure by slowing legislative speed and enhancing deliberation and bargaining, so that the Senate will more closely resemble the House; add the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico as states, unbalancing the Senate; and enact nationwide voting legislation, thereby undermining federalism. Progressives believe that they hold the keys to an enlightened socialist utopia. Because they are convinced that they know the only true political ends of society, they will not allow the structural limits on mob democracy, imposed by the Framers, to stand in their way. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION If the court will not permit the Constitution to be used to impose liberal theories of rights nationwide, progressives are happy to do away with the court’s independence. If the Senate will filibuster a wealth tax, then expand the Senate with blue states. If the president follows a restrictionist immigration agenda, then do away with the Electoral College, too. Progressives, however, err in their attacks on the Framers’ restraints on pure democracy, embodied in a Supreme Court that interprets a written Constitution. If the last 10 years should have taught them anything, it is that they do not have the permanent support of the majority of the American people. When a majority of Americans support a president and Congress who will narrow or reverse the favored rights of progressives — witness the birthright citizenship case — they will be fortunate that an independent Supreme Court will hear their pleas. But that would require progressives to weigh the long-term benefits of a written Constitution against short-term partisan gains.  That may be hoping for far too much. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM JOHN YOO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574ef5a12eaf174af797c8 SEN. BLUMENTHAL, REP. TAKANO: Congress can fund veterans’ care without taking benefits from disabled heroes te 2026-07-15T09:12:21.825Z SEN. BLUMENTHAL, REP. TAKANO: Congress can fund veterans’ care without taking benefits from disabled heroes This week, the House will vote on the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act. This legislation includes nearly 60 bills, including several bipartisan priorities that we have authored and fought to advance as the top Democrats on the Senate and House Veterans’ Affairs Committees — most notably the Major Richard Star Act. Unfortunately, Republicans have chosen a partisan path to advance this legislation, and we have a serious problem with how they are proposing to pay for it. To cover the costs of the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act, Republicans want to slash benefits for disabled veterans. This reduction would come in the form of devastating cuts for millions of veterans currently eligible to receive disability benefits for tinnitus and sleep apnea. The Republican insistence on offsetting new investments in veterans is both absurd and cruel. The cost of war includes the human cost of caring for our veterans. We make a promise to care for these men and women after their service, and a great nation keeps its promises. TRUMP-ALIGNED HOUSE HOLDOUTS ACCUSED OF HOLDING 'LIFE-SAVING' VETERANS BILL 'HOSTAGE' OVER SAVE AMERICA ACT Frustratingly, the Republicans’ insistence on using this funding mechanism, known as an offset, is applied inconsistently and selectively. For instance, they spent $3.4 trillion to deliver tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy in the One Big Beautiful Bill last summer, with no regard to offsetting those costs. Despite this reality, Republicans claim the only viable path forward for the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act is enacting unprecedented cuts to disabled veterans’ benefits. We are here to say that is simply not true. Those cuts are not acceptable to congressional Democrats or to the growing list of veterans service organizations and stakeholders who have publicly and forcefully opposed them. In fact, 46 Senate Democrats recently communicated their opposition to this offset in a letter to VA Secretary Collins — a clear and public affirmation that the Republican proposal does not have the support it needs to clear the Senate. While we do not believe an offset is appropriate or necessary, we are willing to compromise with our Republican colleagues to advance critical bipartisan legislation that should not be delayed any longer. There is nearly $100 billion for the Department of Defense that remains unobligated and unspent from H.R. 1, a law enacted more than a year ago. A small portion of those funds could easily be redirected to cover the human costs of war reflected in the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act. DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS HAVE LOTS OF IDEAS, BUT HOW ARE WE SUPPOSED TO PAY FOR THEM? H.R. 1 also lowered the tax rate for the richest Americans from 39.6% to 37%. Restoring that rate to 39.6% only for the top 0.1% of all income earners — those making over $25 million — would generate enough revenue to cover the costs of the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act. Both proposals would be widely supported by the American people and would allow us to avoid a partisan and contentious debate that divides the veterans community by pitting veterans against veterans. We, and our Democratic colleagues, are ready to find a solution. We want to see many of the priorities in the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act signed into law. We want to get the Major Richard Star Act across the finish line. But we cannot accept a Republican "take it or leave it" approach — or the false narrative that cutting veterans’ benefits is the only way to get the job done. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION There are other viable ways to pay for this legislation, and Republican leaders must come to the table and engage in a meaningful bipartisan process. The longer they pursue their current partisan path, the less time we have to identify a workable solution to enact the Major Richard Star Act and the other bipartisan priorities in this package. The Veterans’ Affairs Committees have long been among the most bipartisan committees in Congress. We worked together to enact the PACT Act — the largest expansion of health care and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances in generations — without cutting benefits for other veterans. We can achieve something similarly historic again if we follow that same bipartisan approach today. Veterans deserve meaningful results from a grateful nation — not empty promises. And they should never be handed an invoice when the costs of war come due. Democrat Mark Takano represents California's 39th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM SEN. RICHARD BLUMENTHAL Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574ee2a12eaf174af79788 You shouldn’t need a permit to pray in your own home — the Supreme Court should agree te 2026-07-15T09:12:02.372Z You shouldn’t need a permit to pray in your own home — the Supreme Court should agree A zoning technicality is being used to lock Americans out of court when the government chills their First Amendment rights. The Supreme Court should put a stop to it. When the government threatens you for exercising a constitutional right, can it force you to run a bureaucratic gauntlet before a federal court will even hear your case? On June 30, 2026, the Supreme Court agreed to answer that question in its next term in  Grand v. City of University Heights. It should answer no. A prayer group and a cease-and-desist letter ARKANSAS TAKES HOME TOP RANKING FOR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AFTER GOV SANDERS EXPANDS KEY PROTECTIONS Daniel Grand is an Orthodox Jew in University Heights, Ohio. His faith calls him to pray with a minyan, a quorum of ten men, and forbids driving on the Sabbath. This makes attending a distant synagogue impractical. So, he invited a dozen neighbors to pray at his home, but someone complained. Days later, on January 21, 2021, the city of University Heights sent Grand a cease-and-desist letter. The city told Grand he’d have to get a special use permit to use his home as "a place of religious assembly." If he didn’t get the permit and continued to host a minyan, he could be cited for code violations and fined. All this while his neighbors were free to host friends to watch a ball game, play poker, or socialize. Grand cancelled his next prayer meeting and applied for the permit through University Heights’ zoning process. Yet that process was hostile as it was Kafkaesque. Grand was heckled at a zoning board hearing, with one neighbor voicing fear that the neighborhood would "be labeled as Jewish." And that special use permit? Grand learned that if he obtained the required permit, it would change his home to a "house of worship" under the zoning code. That meant Grand could pray there, but he couldn’t sleep there since it would no longer be considered a residence. Grand abandoned the permit process and instead filed a civil rights lawsuit to protect his First Amendment right to pray in his own home. When Grand sued under the First Amendment and the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA), the courts never reached the merits. A unanimous Sixth Circuit panel threw the case out as unripe. Because Grand withdrew his permit application, a "final decision" had not been reached. And under the 1985 takings case Williamson County Planning v. Hamilton Bank, a land-use claim isn’t ripe until government officials reach a final decision through the prescribed administrative process. The Sixth Circuit took a rule about property takings and used it to shut the courthouse door on a First Amendment claim. MORNING GLORY: THE SUPREME COURT OFFICIALLY CLOSES THE BOOKS ON ANOTHER TERM The finality rule makes sense in a takings case because the injury depends on the administrative process. You don’t know if a regulation took too much of your property’s value until you know how far it reaches. But a First Amendment case is different. Grand was injured the moment he received that cease-and-desist letter. He read the threat by the city. He didn’t pray. He cancelled his minyan. As the Supreme Court held in Susan B. Anthony List v. Driehaus, a credible threat of enforcement is itself an actionable injury. Making Grand exhaust a zoning process does nothing to sharpen an injury that has already occurred. The Sixth Circuit handed the government a nefarious playbook. Any city that wants to shut down a house of worship, a bookstore, or an unpopular meeting can order it stopped, demand a permit, and then hide behind its bureaucratic boards and hearings to lock the courthouse door. The split among the circuits only makes it worse: the same coercion is reviewable in one part of the country and untouchable in another, so your right to pray in your own home depends on your zip code. The principle Grand is standing for is… grand. The Constitution does not make Americans ask permission before they gather and pray in their own home. When an official demands a permit to pray, we should be able to walk into court right away. We should not have to first accede to the unconstitutional permit request by subjecting ourselves to a zoning process. The finality rule belongs in takings law. It has no business locking the courthouse door to First Amendment claims. When the Court hears argument this fall, it should say so plainly. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574e91a12eaf174af7971f Should Epstein’s Friends Be Punished? An Elite Harvard Club Is Torn. te 2026-07-15T09:10:41.470Z Should Epstein’s Friends Be Punished? An Elite Harvard Club Is Torn. At Harvard, students, alumni and professors debate whether a storied campus group should cut ties with one of Jeffrey Epstein’s closest associates, and whether Harvard itself should do the same. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574e7ea12eaf174af79716 Small Tribes Say They Lack the Clout to Secure Federal Recognition te 2026-07-15T09:10:22.024Z Small Tribes Say They Lack the Clout to Secure Federal Recognition The federal government can confer health care, education, housing and casino rights, but for small bands like many in the Pacific Northwest, recognition takes political muscle they don’t have. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574c50a12eaf174af796b5 🚧 Havasu Tip List | What are the grooves on Interstate 40's freshly paved asphalt? te 2026-07-15T09:01:04.334Z 🚧 Havasu Tip List | What are the grooves on Interstate 40's freshly paved asphalt? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a574c3ca12eaf174af796ac Lake Havasu City candidate Q&A: What would you tell on-the-fence voters? te 2026-07-15T09:00:44.378Z Lake Havasu City candidate Q&A: What would you tell on-the-fence voters? Primary Election Day is a week away, on July 21. Throughout the campaigning process, Today’s News-Herald asked Lake Havasu City Council candidates one question each week. This marks the 12th and final story in the series. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573f07a12eaf174af793e9 English Village and Visitor Center te 2026-07-15T08:04:23.604Z English Village and Visitor Center The English Village and Go Lake Havasu Visitor Center in Lake Havasu City. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573ef3a12eaf174af793e0 London Bridge blue te 2026-07-15T08:04:03.635Z London Bridge blue London Bridge lit in blue in Lake Havasu City. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573ee0a12eaf174af793d7 Downtown Kingman: Historic area offers year-round activities and attractions less than an hour away te 2026-07-15T08:03:44.186Z Downtown Kingman: Historic area offers year-round activities and attractions less than an hour away History buffs, gearheads, train spotters, art aficionados and more can get their kicks on a day trip to Downtown Kingman, only 33 miles or 40 minutes away from Laughlin. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573ecca12eaf174af793c5 Kingman Mural te 2026-07-15T08:03:24.212Z Kingman Mural Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573eb8a12eaf174af793bc Steam Engine #3759 Locomotive Park Kingman te 2026-07-15T08:03:04.247Z Steam Engine #3759 Locomotive Park Kingman Steam Engine #3759 in Locomotive Park, Kingman. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573ea4a12eaf174af793b3 Kingman Visitor Center te 2026-07-15T08:02:44.276Z Kingman Visitor Center Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573e90a12eaf174af793aa Kingman Route 66 Fun Run te 2026-07-15T08:02:24.308Z Kingman Route 66 Fun Run Cars and train during the 2026 Route 66 Fun Run in Kingman. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573e7ca12eaf174af793a1 First Friday Kingman te 2026-07-15T08:02:04.340Z First Friday Kingman A First Friday event in Kingman. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573e68a12eaf174af79398 Hot ticket tribute: Ticket to the Moon brings the otherworldly experience of Electric Light Orchestra to Laughlin te 2026-07-15T08:01:44.371Z Hot ticket tribute: Ticket to the Moon brings the otherworldly experience of Electric Light Orchestra to Laughlin The words “electric” and “orchestra” both originated in ancient Greece as “ēlektron” and “orkheisthai,” respectively. Their meanings have slightly morphed over the millennia, but it took until 1970 for someone to fully combine the two into popular music. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573e54a12eaf174af7938f Ticket to the Moon ELO tribute te 2026-07-15T08:01:24.412Z Ticket to the Moon ELO tribute Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a573043a12eaf174af790c6 Illegal immigrant sentenced after fiery California semitruck crash killed 3 te 2026-07-15T07:01:23.654Z Illegal immigrant sentenced after fiery California semitruck crash killed 3 A 21-year-old Indian national who federal authorities said was in the U.S. illegally was sentenced Tuesday to four years and eight months in prison for causing a fiery Southern California crash that killed three people last year. Jashanpreet Singh pleaded guilty to three felony counts of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence stemming from the October 2025 crash, according to NBC Los Angeles. Authorities said Singh was driving a semitruck that plowed into slow-moving traffic on Interstate 10 in San Bernardino County, killing three people and injuring several others. DEADLY ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT TRUCK CRASH EXPOSED FAILURES ON THE ROAD AND AT THE BORDER: KEY SENATOR Fox News Digital previously reported that Singh is an illegal immigrant from India who crossed the southern border in 2022 and was released into the United States by the Biden administration. According to federal sources, Singh was first encountered by Border Patrol agents in California's El Centro Sector in March 2022 and released pending an immigration hearing. The crash, which was captured on dashcam video, showed Singh never applying the brakes before slamming into traffic, according to investigators. OUT OF CONTROL, UNQUALIFIED ILLEGAL ALIEN TRUCKERS ENDANGERING KIDS ON US ROADS, INSIDER WARNS: ‘JUST MADNESS’ Singh obtained a California commercial driver's license in June 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. In September, federal officials warned California they had uncovered compliance issues involving commercial driver's licenses and directed the state to make corrections, including pausing the issuance of new licenses to non-citizens and reviewing existing licenses to ensure they complied with federal requirements. Anyone who did not meet the criteria was supposed to have their license revoked. FEDS SAY RAPE CONVICT LIED HIS WAY INTO US CITIZENSHIP BY HIDING SEX ASSAULTS Federal officials said Singh should have been disqualified under an emergency Department of Transportation policy. California officials said Singh’s CDL eligibility was based on federally approved employment authorization documents, while federal transportation officials said he should have been disqualified under new emergency rules. However, on Oct. 15, after he turned 21, a restriction on his commercial driver's license was removed. Just six days later, authorities said Singh was driving the semitruck involved in the deadly crash. Toxicology testing later confirmed Singh was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Fox News Digital's Greg Wehner, Jasmine Baehr and Michael Ruiz, along with Fox News' Bill Melugin, contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a570f73a12eaf174af789f5 American League stars outshine National League in 96th MLB All-Star game te 2026-07-15T04:41:23.159Z American League stars outshine National League in 96th MLB All-Star game The 2026 MLB All-Star Game arrived in Philadelphia with the feel of a 250th birthday bash for the United States, complete with plenty of red, white and blue and a roster full of stars who had earned their stripes. But Citizens Bank Park, long known as a hitter-friendly backdrop, produced fewer fireworks than expected as the American League shut out the National League 4-0 in the 96th Midsummer Classic. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease struck out the side in the first inning, setting the tone for a dominant AL pitching performance as 10 relievers helped finish a three-hitter in Tuesday night’s shutout of the NL. New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger hit a two-run single and Ben Rice followed with an RBI single in the first against Cristopher Sánchez of the host Philadelphia Phillies. Chicago White Sox infielder Miguel Vargas added an eighth-inning home run off the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Justin Wrobleski, who was pitching on his 26th birthday, for the game’s only extra-base hit. The AL won for the 18th time in 23 games and holds a 49-45-2 advantage overall. Singles by Juan Soto in the fourth, Pete Crow-Armstrong in the eighth and Otto Lopez in the ninth were the only hits by the NL, which failed to advance a runner past first. Pitchers combined for 27 strikeouts, 15 by AL hurlers. MLB ALL-STAR GAME SCARE AS RAYS SLUGGER JUNIOR CAMINERO EXITS AFTER TAKING 98 MPH FASTBALL TO HAND Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber, last year’s hero in the first-ever swing-off tiebreaker, led off for the NL. Schwarber replaced designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, who skipped the showcase to undergo a knee procedure ahead of the season’s second half. Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene and two New York Yankees, first baseman Ben Rice and Bellinger, gained American League starting spots because of injuries. Tampa Bay Rays' Junior Caminero was hit on the outside of his left hand by a 97.6 mph sinker from St. Louis Cardinals closer Riley O’Brien in the third inning and immediately left the game. The 23-year-old, fourth in the major leagues with 28 home runs, stayed down for a few moments before he popped up and ran straight into the clubhouse. X-rays were negative. Players across the majors will have the day off Wednesday before the Phillies host the New York Mets on Thursday. Action across the rest of the league resumes Friday. 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/6a570cdda12eaf174af78922 Pima Supervisors put hold on treasurer vote te 2026-07-15T04:30:21.647Z Pima Supervisors put hold on treasurer vote Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a57086ca12eaf174af78890 ICE officer hailed as hero after saving driver injured in Missouri crash te 2026-07-15T04:11:24.432Z ICE officer hailed as hero after saving driver injured in Missouri crash An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Missouri is being praised by the Department of Homeland Security after stopping to provide lifesaving medical care to a driver injured in a serious crash, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said Tuesday. DHS praised ICE officer Curtland Sawyer for helping save the motorist's life after witnessing the collision while driving home. According to DHS, Sawyer, who is assigned to ICE's St. Louis sub-office, was driving home on July 11 when he saw a vehicle collide with a tractor-trailer outside of Festus, Missouri. SEE IT: ICE AGENTS PAUSE ARREST OPERATION TO SAVE WOMAN IN ROLLOVER CRASH DHS said Sawyer rushed to the scene and provided lifesaving medical care, including applying a tourniquet to the driver's arm to stop life-threatening bleeding. Sawyer remained with the injured driver until emergency medical technicians arrived to provide further treatment, DHS said. "ICE law enforcement officer Curtland Sawyer immediately delivered lifesaving medical care to a driver who was involved in a serious collision with a tractor-trailer in Missouri. Officer Sawyer is a hero," DHS Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis said in a statement. AMERICA'S WOUNDED COPS FIND HOPE, HEALING AND SECOND CHANCE THROUGH OFFICERS WHO REFUSE TO LEAVE THEM BEHIND "Our officers are the best of the best," she continued. "When they see someone in need, they don’t hesitate to spring to action to help. If you see an ICE law enforcement officer, thank them for their service to our nation." Sawyer's actions are the latest in a series of rescues highlighted by DHS in recent weeks. Last month, an ICE officer jumped into a Florida swimming pool to rescue a 6-year-old child before performing lifesaving CPR, according to DHS. In a separate incident last month, ICE officers in Milwaukee rescued a woman trapped inside her overturned vehicle after another driver allegedly ran a red light and caused a crash, DHS said. Fox News Digital's Charles Creitz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56fca0a12eaf174af786d3 MLB features incredible tribute to baseball history, America 250 during 2026 All-Star Game te 2026-07-15T03:21:04.142Z MLB features incredible tribute to baseball history, America 250 during 2026 All-Star Game The Major League Baseball All-Star Game is supposed to be a showcase for the best of what the sport has to offer. Superstars on the same team. Young, up-and-coming prospects given the biggest national stage to introduce themselves to a broader audience. An opportunity for players to showcase their personalities in a sport that often tends toward stoicism. The 2026 game isn't your typical All-Star Game, however. And MLB, to their credit, made sure to include a reminder that baseball is more than just your typical sport. It's America's pastime. WHAT TO WATCH FOR DURING THE 2026 MLB ALL-STAR GAME AT CITIZENS BANK PARK IN PHILADELPHIA In a fitting tribute to baseball history, and American history, the game and broadcast paused for a five-minute interlude narrated by JK Simmons and set to Ray Charles' indelible performance of "America the Beautiful." Featuring nostalgic throwbacks to some of baseball's biggest moments, along with fathers and sons playing catch, kids riding bikes to the local ballfield and iconic stadiums, the video culminated with then-President George W. Bush's ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium following the Sept. 11 attacks. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Those same kids ride their bikes onto the Citizens Bank Park field to fireworks, in a scene reminiscent of "The Sandlot." Even the players participated, some with sparklers around the dugout, or talking to the kids on the field. The finale then featured an incredible firework show from the stadium roof, to raucous applause from the sold-out crowd. That's exactly what baseball is. That's what America is. That's baseball at its best: a tribute to the tradition, nostalgia and timeless consistency of the national pastime. Major League Baseball doesn't always get it right, but when they do, they do. It's impossible to watch that video without, as the now-legendary "Moneyball" line says, being "romantic about baseball." Because baseball is romantic. Three outs. Nine in the field. Pitcher against hitter. Walk-offs, diving catches, big strikeouts and the drama of a ninth inning one-run game. Nothing compares to baseball, or as this tribute demonstrates, America either. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56f598a12eaf174af7828e England captain Harry Kane shoots down World Cup rift rumors between star Jude Bellingham, coach Thomas Tuchel te 2026-07-15T02:51:04.084Z England captain Harry Kane shoots down World Cup rift rumors between star Jude Bellingham, coach Thomas Tuchel England captain Harry Kane dismissed any drama surrounding coach Thomas Tuchel's comments after teammate Jude Bellingham took issue with the manager's critique of England's "sloppy" 2-1 win over Norway. Kane snuffed out the noise. Speaking ahead of Wednesday's blockbuster World Cup semifinal against Argentina in Atlanta, Kane blasted reports of unrest inside England's camp, accusing the media of trying to tear the Three Lions apart. HOW TO WATCH ENGLAND VS ARGENTINA: LIVE STREAM THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP SEMIFINALS "When you are playing a game like that and to be asked a question five minutes after the final whistle, and he didn't really know what had been said, what do you want Jude to say?" Kane responded (via BBC Sport). England's grueling 2-1 extra-time quarterfinal win over Norway came in punishing Miami heat on Saturday. Bellingham was the hero, scoring England's two goals, including the dramatic 93rd-minute winner. WATCH ENGLAND VS ARGENTINA LIVE Moments after the final whistle, Tuchel delivered a brutally negative assessment to TV cameras. "The result is fantastic. We're in the last four... but not happy with the performance, in every sense," Tuchel complained on the pitch. "Sloppy, lot of technical mistakes, not fast enough... We were lucky today." Bellingham, the 23-year-old phenom, barked back. "Yeah, well, whatever," he said. "Maybe he doesn't know what it's like to play in those kind of conditions against Erling Haaland, Odegaard ... That's not an easy team to play against." The exchange was tabloid gold, but Kane stood firmly by his teammate, accusing the media of trying to manufacture a divide. "I think it's easy to try and create this division," Kane explained. "It seems like an English mentality, an English thing to do at these major tournaments, but it's the complete opposite." Rather than turning on Tuchel for the public critique, Kane praised the manager's intensity. "He wears his heart on his sleeve and people appreciate that," Kane noted. "When he talks, it is never scripted. That is what makes him who he is. When it just comes naturally, you believe in that." "The group is where we are because of our complete togetherness, not just the players, the coach and the staff," Kane added. "Things sometimes get made out to be more than they are." England will now look to silence the noise on the pitch when it faces Argentina for a spot in the World Cup final. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56f0faa12eaf174af781ce MLB All-Star Game scare as Rays slugger Junior Caminero exits after taking 98 mph fastball to hand te 2026-07-15T02:31:22.552Z MLB All-Star Game scare as Rays slugger Junior Caminero exits after taking 98 mph fastball to hand The Midsummer Classic is supposed to be a celebration of baseball, but things took a frightening turn for the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night when their star left the field in pain. Tampa Bay third baseman Junior Caminero got drilled in the left hand with a 98 mph fastball from St. Louis Cardinals closer Riley O'Brien. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Caminero ran straight to the AL dugout and was forced out of the game. The 23-year-old crumpled to the ground, clutching his left hand before walking off with trainers. He was replaced on the base paths by pinch-runner Miguel Vargas. CARDINALS STAR JORDAN WALKER EARNED MORE MONEY FROM HOME RUN DERBY WIN THAN 2026 SALARY Fortunately for Tampa Bay, X-rays on Caminero's left hand came back negative. Fox play-by-play announcer Joe Davis summed it up: "Everybody's worst nightmare in an exhibition is that anything like this happens." Caminero came into the All-Star break with 28 home runs, tied for fourth in the majors, while helping power the Rays to the top of the AL East. Caminero avoided the worst, but the Midsummer Classic came a lot closer to disaster than anyone wanted. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56eea5a12eaf174af78160 Bank robbery suspect allegedly steals kitten, asks employee to hold it before demanding cash te 2026-07-15T02:21:25.883Z Bank robbery suspect allegedly steals kitten, asks employee to hold it before demanding cash Not every accomplice gets a say in the matter. A Maryland man allegedly stole a 3-month-old kitten from a pet store, carried her into a nearby bank and asked an employee to hold the animal moments before handing a teller a note demanding cash, according to police and a local cat rescue. The kitten, named Magnolia, was found unharmed after Prince George's County police arrested the suspect. Beltsville Community Cats later joked on Facebook that her brief "life of crime" was over. FLORIDA MEN INDICTED IN ARMED HOME INVASION WHERE SUSPECT POSED AS UTILITY WORKER, 13-YEAR-OLD ZIP-TIED: DOJ The 3-month-old kitten, described by Beltsville Community Cats as a "true purr machine," is still looking for a forever home after her unlikely brush with an attempted bank robbery. Security camera video obtained by NBC Washington shows a man wearing a light-colored T-shirt and black beanie entering Pet Supplies Plus on Baltimore Avenue before running out seconds later carrying the black-and-white tuxedo kitten. Witnesses told the outlet the man ran directly to the nearby PNC Bank in the same shopping center. Stephanie Stullich, with Beltsville Community Cats rescue, said she received a frantic phone call around 10:30 a.m. from pet store employees reporting Magnolia had been taken from the adoption area. CALIFORNIA SUSPECT'S ALLEGED $30K METH STASH SEIZED AFTER HE LEFT BACKPACK IN RIDESHARE: POLICE "I immediately saw all of these police cars, and I thought, 'Wow, that's a heck of a response for a stolen cat,'" Stullich told NBC Washington. "But then I realized they all were going down to the bank." According to Stullich, police officers later told her the suspect walked into the bank holding Magnolia before asking an employee, "Can you hold this?" He then allegedly handed a teller a note demanding cash. Prince George's County police confirmed they took a man into custody at the bank. BRAZEN PICKPOCKETS PREY ON VULNERABLE TOURISTS AS VACATION ISLAND IS SWARMED BY MILLIONS Pet Supplies Plus manager Aaron Kurkowski told NBC Washington the suspect had visited the store nearly every day for the past couple of weeks and routinely headed straight for Magnolia. "He just went right to her and ran right on out," Kurkowski said. The rescue later posted on Facebook that Magnolia was recovered safely after the rescue said she bonded with the bank manager during the ordeal. "The robbery was unsuccessful, the suspect was arrested, and Magnolia was found safe and sound," the organization wrote. The rescue said Magnolia remains available for adoption and describes the 3-month-old tuxedo kitten as affectionate and playful, adding that she loves cuddles, adventures and following her people around. Because she's so social and energetic, the group recommends she be adopted into a home with another young, playful cat or alongside one of its other cats. "She's looking for a law-abiding citizen with a lot of love in their heart," Stullich told NBC Washington. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56ec0ea12eaf174af780cc Lindsey Graham’s Sister, Darline Graham, Is Sworn In to Finish His Senate Term te 2026-07-15T02:10:22.221Z Lindsey Graham’s Sister, Darline Graham, Is Sworn In to Finish His Senate Term Three days after Lindsey Graham died, his younger sister Darline Graham took the oath to hold his seat until his term ends in January. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56ea0ba12eaf174af7808a Moderate San Francisco mayor's 'political machine' indicates the city's shift to the center: report te 2026-07-15T02:01:47.904Z Moderate San Francisco mayor's 'political machine' indicates the city's shift to the center: report San Francisco voters are continuing to embrace the political center, signaling a vibe shift in a city long defined by its ultra-progressive policies. According to a recent report from Politico, Mayor Daniel Lurie and his moderate allies have successfully constructed a powerful centrist political apparatus that is resonating with residents weary of the city's "pandemic-era decline." "A key piece of the effort to advance Lurie’s political and policy agenda is Believe in SF, a nonprofit advocacy group that has quietly established itself as one of the most deeppocketed forces in San Francisco. Its PAC, one of several entities that make up the group’s operation, just raised nearly $1.8 million to back Lurie’s favored candidates and ballot measures in the city’s June primary," Politico reported on Monday, calling it his "political machine." BILLIONARE TOM STEYER ENDS CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN AFTER FALLING SHORT IN JUNGLE PRIMARY "The results were decisive: two of Lurie’s moderate allies on the board of supervisors, Alan Wong and Stephen Sherrill, won competitive races by wide margins. And voters overwhelmingly rejected a union-led ballot measure — fervently opposed by Lurie — that would have raised taxes on large corporations with ‘overpaid CEOs.'" Central to this shift is a massive influx of moderate campaign spending aimed at locking progressives out of power. Groups like Neighbors for a Better San Francisco, a business- and tech-backed advocacy organization, have poured millions of dollars into local contests to keep the city on a centrist course. The moderate streak has consolidated Lurie's grip on local governance. Recent polling data from the San Francisco Chronicle reveals he enjoys a 74% approval rating, driven by voter optimism over downtown revitalization and cleaner neighborhoods. Lurie, a moderate Democrat and heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, was elected in 2024 after soundly defeating incumbent London Breed. His victory capped off a multi-year voter revolt against lenient policies on crime, retail theft, drug markets and homelessness that critics argue caused a severe quality-of-life crisis. The political transformation even caught the eye of President Donald Trump, who praised the city’s efforts to turn its trajectory around. The political fallout for the city's left wing has been decisive. In recent supervisor elections, moderate candidates successfully flipped key seats, securing lopsided wins over progressive incumbents. LIZ PEEK: DEMOCRATS’ AFFORDABILITY SCAM COLLAPSES IN STATES THEY ACTUALLY RUN "It’s a winning streak that speaks to Lurie’s current grip on San Francisco politics, as he enjoys a sky-high approval rating of 74 percent, as well as the city’s pivot to the political center in recent years," Politico reported. Lurie's office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56e9f8a12eaf174af78080 Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy discuss their thoughts on legacy ahead of The Open: 'we're all going to die' te 2026-07-15T02:01:28.451Z Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy discuss their thoughts on legacy ahead of The Open: 'we're all going to die' There's nothing like the final major of the golf calendar to turn some of the world's best players into philosophers. Especially when that final major is The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, where an extremely dried out course is expected to lead to firm fairways and tougher conditions. Heading into this week's tournament, the defending Champion Golfer of the Year is world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who has had a bit of a rocky season by his extremely high standards, including a surprising missed cut at the Genesis Scottish Open last week. But before Scheffler won last year's tournament at Royal Portrush, he famously said "What is the point of it all?" when discussing what winning and on-course success means to win. Well, something about the UK must make Scheffler a bit introspective, because he's at it again this year. When asked about those comments and whether he plays for his legacy or history, Scheffler couldn't resist cracking a bit of a "morbid" joke about it. 'I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO': SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER GOES AFTER HIS CADDIE DURING RARE MELTDOWN AT THE MEMORIAL "To be completely honest, not really. I don’t really play, like, for a place in history," he said. "I’m not playing for anything like that because, this is going to sound a little morbid, at the end of the day, I’m going to live my life, and it’s going to end. When it ends, I’m going somewhere else, and I’m not going to be here anymore. "Is that going to be a quote after last year’s ‘What’s the point’? (That) this year (it will be) ‘we’re all going to die’?" he added with a smile. Yes, Scottie, that is absolutely going go to be this year's quote. RORY MCILROY DETAILS THE DIFFERENCE IN EMOTIONS FOLLOWING EACH OF HIS CONSECUTIVE MASTERS WINS Rory McIlroy had some similar sentiments when asked about his thoughts on legacy and what he hopes people will think of him. "I don't really care," he said. "I would like to think that the people that love and care about me think a certain way of me, but yeah, I'll be long gone. I'll be dead. I don't think I'll be seeing what people say about me. I'll be six feet under. I don't think I'll be a ghost. I don't think I'll be, you know, like...yeah, I don't care." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The two best players in the world talking about death ahead of a major championship tournament. Just what we all expected. And to be fair, they're both right. Legacy and history are for others to determine, and worrying about it during tournaments could impact their ability to lock in from shot to shot. Golfers in particular have to be able to flush their last shot and move on to the next. Worrying about their spot in history doesn't lend itself to that mentality. Jordan Spieth won The Open by three shots at -12 in 2017, the last time the tournament was held at Royal Birkdale, though scores may be even lower this coming weekend. Yes, the course is firm, and will force players to make difficult choices, but conditions are expected to be mild with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 60's, no rain, and mostly light winds. Though at the end of the day, what difference does it make, cause we're all going to die anyway? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56e9baa12eaf174af7804d With World Cup Semifinals Starting During the U.S. Workday, Fans Get Creative te 2026-07-15T02:00:26.502Z With World Cup Semifinals Starting During the U.S. Workday, Fans Get Creative FIFA has scheduled both semifinal matches for 3 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday and Wednesday, when many viewers in the United States will be working. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56e788a12eaf174af78004 Cowboys pass rusher Charles Snowden suspended 3 games by NFL after DUI plea te 2026-07-15T01:51:04.530Z Cowboys pass rusher Charles Snowden suspended 3 games by NFL after DUI plea Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Charles Snowden was suspended for the first three games of the 2026 NFL season, the league’s transactional wire stated on Tuesday. An NFL spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital he was suspended due to a DUI arrest from 2024, which was recently settled after Snowden accepted a plea agreement. Snowden will miss the Cowboys' season opener on the road against the New York Giants, their home opener against the Washington Commanders and another home game against the Baltimore Ravens. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Snowden is still allowed to take part in the Cowboys’ preseason activities, which includes their three preseason contests. The suspension will take effect after NFL rosters reach 53 men. Snowden, 28, reached a plea agreement to resolve a 2024 DUI arrest back in January. EX-NFL PRO BOWLER MARCELLUS WILEY ARRESTED, CHARGED WITH DOMESTIC BATTERY DURING FOURTH OF JULY Snowden pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor DUI charge, while being ordered to pay a $1,000 fine and attend coroner’s and DUI courses as part of the agreement. As a result of the plea agreement, Snowden’s charge will be reduced to reckless driving if he completes the specified orders. Snowden signed on with the Cowboys this offseason as a free agent following a tryout after he was invited for minicamp. Snowden was an undrafted free agent out of Virginia who signed with the Chicago Bears in 2021. He appeared in just two games and did not play during the 2022 or 2023 regular seasons. Then, Snowden played for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024 and 2025. His best season came last year when he racked up three sacks, 28 combined tackles, five tackles for loss and one interception across 15 games (nine starts). 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/6a56e534a12eaf174af77f69 Moderate San Francisco mayor's 'political machine' indicate the city's shift to the center: report te 2026-07-15T01:41:08.733Z Moderate San Francisco mayor's 'political machine' indicate the city's shift to the center: report San Francisco voters are continuing to embrace the political center, signaling a vibe shift in a city long defined by its ultra-progressive policies. According to a recent report from Politico, Mayor Daniel Lurie and his moderate allies have successfully constructed a powerful centrist political apparatus that is resonating with residents weary of the city's "pandemic-era decline." "A key piece of the effort to advance Lurie’s political and policy agenda is Believe in SF, a nonprofit advocacy group that has quietly established itself as one of the most deeppocketed forces in San Francisco. Its PAC, one of several entities that make up the group’s operation, just raised nearly $1.8 million to back Lurie’s favored candidates and ballot measures in the city’s June primary," Politico reported on Monday, calling it his "political machine." BILLIONARE TOM STEYER ENDS CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN AFTER FALLING SHORT IN JUNGLE PRIMARY "The results were decisive: two of Lurie’s moderate allies on the board of supervisors, Alan Wong and Stephen Sherrill, won competitive races by wide margins. And voters overwhelmingly rejected a union-led ballot measure — fervently opposed by Lurie — that would have raised taxes on large corporations with ‘overpaid CEOs,’" Politico reported. Central to this shift is a massive influx of moderate campaign spending aimed at locking progressives out of power. Groups like Neighbors for a Better San Francisco—a business- and tech-backed advocacy organization—have poured millions of dollars into local contests to keep the city on a centrist course. The moderate streak has consolidated Lurie's grip on local governance. Recent polling data from the San Francisco Chronicle reveals he enjoys a 74% approval rating, driven by voter optimism over downtown revitalization and cleaner neighborhoods. Lurie, a moderate Democrat and heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, was elected in 2024 after soundly defeating incumbent London Breed. His victory capped off a multi-year voter revolt against lenient policies on crime, retail theft, drug markets, and homelessness that critics argue caused a severe quality-of-life crisis. The political transformation even caught the eye of President Donald Trump, who praised the city’s efforts to turn its trajectory around. The political fallout for the city's left wing has been decisive. In recent supervisor elections, moderate candidates successfully flipped key seats, securing lopsided wins over progressive incumbents. LIZ PEEK: DEMOCRATS’ AFFORDABILITY SCAM COLLAPSES IN STATES THEY ACTUALLY RUN "It’s a winning streak that speaks to Lurie’s current grip on San Francisco politics, as he enjoys a sky-high approval rating of 74 percent, as well as the city’s pivot to the political center in recent years," Politico reported. Lurie's office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56de4ea12eaf174af77d17 Social media reacts to Jennifer Hudson and Patti Labelle's performances at MLB All-Star Game te 2026-07-15T01:11:42.728Z Social media reacts to Jennifer Hudson and Patti Labelle's performances at MLB All-Star Game Jennifer Hudson's agent might need a raise because they booked her one heck of a week of singin' gigs, and it started with a stirring rendition of "God Bless America" at the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia. The singer and talk show host is from Chicago, but again, that agent put in some work and got her hooked up with this gig in Philly. And, man, did she ever bring down the house. WHAT TO WATCH FOR DURING THE 2026 MLB ALL-STAR GAME AT CITIZENS BANK PARK IN PHILADELPHIA "God Bless America" is not new to MLB All-Star Games, but it's especially cool to hear it sung in Philadelphia, a little over a week removed from the nation's 250th birthday. Plus, right across the parking lot from Citizens Bank Park over at Xfinity Mobile Arena, the Philadelphia Flyers like to dust that tune off for big games. But man, Hudson really leaned into that one and gave it everything she had, and social media certainly took notice. THIS 'AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL' RENDITION BEFORE THE FRANCE VS PARAGUAY MATCH WILL GIVE YOU GOOSEBUMPS That's a heck of a tune-up for when Hudson is part of the FIFA World Cup Final ceremony. Of course, someone had to handle "Star-Spangled Banner" duties, and this year, that honor, fittingly, went to a Philadelphia native. Patti LaBelle, the Godmother of Soul. How's that for a one-two punch of patriotism before the Midsummer Classic?! Throw in that giant replica of the Declaration of Independence all the starters got to sign, and I don't think you could do any better for America's 250th. After that, I can't think of anything better for the fans in attendance to do than to kick back and watch some baseball. Well, maybe get a brewski from the Liberty Bell too. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56de3ba12eaf174af77d0e Seattle residents say they are in 'survival mode,' selling homes as high prices squeeze middle class te 2026-07-15T01:11:23.269Z Seattle residents say they are in 'survival mode,' selling homes as high prices squeeze middle class Even a family with ties to one of America's biggest tech companies says it can no longer make the numbers work. Faced with rising costs for groceries, gas, insurance and housing, a Seattle-area family is selling their home and downsizing as inflation continues to strain household budgets. "The last year has definitely been an absolute tightening up of what we’re spending on," Liesl Gatcheco told The Seattle Times in an article by business reporter Jessica Fu published Tuesday. "It’s very stressful," Gatcheco said. "I feel like I’ve been living emotionally in survival mode." LIZ PEEK: DEMOCRATS’ AFFORDABILITY SCAM COLLAPSES IN STATES THEY ACTUALLY RUN Fu wrote that inflation in the Seattle area "remained high" in June and continued to outpace the rest of the country. Consumer prices in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue region rose 4.5% over the past year, down from 4.9% in April but still higher than the U.S. inflation rate of 3.5%. Gatcheco is a self-employed esthetician, whose income "has gone down as fewer clients make bookings," according to The Seattle Times. Her husband works at Microsoft. FURY ERUPTS AS US BRAND FIRES 1,600 EMPLOYEES AFTER SECURING THOUSANDS OF FOREIGN WORKER VISAS "That used to mean stability and even upward mobility," Fu wrote. "Now, he’s constantly worried about layoffs. Just last week, the company cut 4,800 workers in its Xbox division and sales teams; in 2025, it laid off 15,000 employees. This year, the tech giant also offered voluntary buyouts to 7% U.S.-based employees." Gatcheco said, "Working in tech used to be a sure thing, and it’s absolutely not anymore." Gatcheco and her husband, who have twins, said they are selling their home in Crown Hill, a neighborhood in the city of Seattle, where her sister also lives with them in their downstairs unit, to downsize and "take control." STEVE MOORE: POLITICIANS ARE BLAMING THE WRONG VILLAIN FOR AMERICA’S RISING FOOD PRICES Dusty Wilson, a math teacher at Highline College in Des Moines, about 20 minutes from Seattle, said that he and his wife, Charlene, drive less and use light rail because gas has gotten so expensive. "We were always just drivers, and then gas hit $6 a gallon," Wilson said. Fu also reported that food at restaurants have risen 6.2% over the year ending in June. "Expenses that used to be ordinary, like takeout and dining out, have started to feel more like indulgences, even for people who never anticipated having to scale back," Fu wrote. Veronica Brown, 36, who works in tech, told Fu, "I’m not hurting for money in any way." However, Fu wrote that Brown said she no longer orders takeout after the total cost of her usual pad thai exceeded $40 once taxes, fees and a tip were added. She previously ordered delivery once or twice a month. Brown said she is concerned about being able to make bigger purchases, like buying a house. "Our money doesn’t go as far," Brown told Fu. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE A spokesperson for Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson told Fox News Digital that "Fu's story illustrates why affordability and inequality remain among the most urgent challenges facing Seattle and why it is a priority for this Administration. Mayor Katie Wilson is fighting for housing, childcare, and good jobs while expanding access to public benefits for Seattle residents." The spokesperson continued by highlighting that over the past six months, Wilson's office has, "transmitted legislation to ban certain "junk fees" that landlords, particularly large ones, charge renters, reducing unexpected renter fees, accelerated construction of new shelters to help bring people indoors and help them shift to long-term housing," and "released the Seattle Transit Measure Proposal offering a low-cost way to bring people more and better of the cheapest option available, public transit for the next 10 years." Her office also highlighted it has "proposed strengthening access to public libraries by delivering more physical and e-books, and keeping facilities safe, clean, and well maintained through the Seattle Library Levy, transmitted legislation for universal school meals, including both breakfast and lunch, so that students don’t have learn while hungry" and "supported City Council modifying eligibility for the City’s utility discount program qualifying more low-income residents and seniors." "We look forward to the next six months and pulling together with our neighbors, families, immigrants, and workers to tackle challenges and keep Seattle a place everyone can call home," the spokesperson said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56ddfca12eaf174af77cd5 Lindsey Graham’s Death Leaves Fate of Russia Sanctions Bill Uncertain te 2026-07-15T01:10:20.813Z Lindsey Graham’s Death Leaves Fate of Russia Sanctions Bill Uncertain Supporters in both parties hope the measure to penalize Russia, championed by Senator Lindsey Graham, will gain momentum in his honor. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d99ea12eaf174af77c23 Multiple rescued from pontoon boat near Alcatraz as search continues for missing persons te 2026-07-15T00:51:42.785Z Multiple rescued from pontoon boat near Alcatraz as search continues for missing persons Two people are missing, and 17 others were rescued Tuesday from a pontoon boat near Alcatraz Island off the coast of San Francisco, authorities said. One of the 17 people pulled from the water was receiving CPR, while one person remained missing, San Francisco Fire Lt. Mariano Elias said. Elias described the vessel as a "pontoon pleasure boat" that was roughly 600 yards from Alcatraz Island when the fire started. This is a developing story; check back for updates. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d961a12eaf174af77bf6 ‘I Am Frustrated’: Emails Show Blanche’s Role in Trump’s Retribution Campaign te 2026-07-15T00:50:41.856Z ‘I Am Frustrated’: Emails Show Blanche’s Role in Trump’s Retribution Campaign The cooperation of Todd Blanche will be a flashpoint in his confirmation hearing to be attorney general on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d94ea12eaf174af77bec Why Supreme Court Justices Are Asking for More Security te 2026-07-15T00:50:22.410Z Why Supreme Court Justices Are Asking for More Security Supreme Court justices are asking lawmakers on Capitol Hill to increase their 2027 budget, with most of the additional funding earmarked for security. Ann E. Marimow, a New York Times reporter, explains why the justices say these measures are necessary to protect them from rising threats. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d504a12eaf174af77b2b RHYEN STALEY: America’s Biggest Teachers Union Pours Even More Fuel Into Its Political Machine te 2026-07-15T00:32:04.773Z RHYEN STALEY: America’s Biggest Teachers Union Pours Even More Fuel Into Its Political Machine By Rhyen Staley | The National Education Association’s (NEA) Representative Assembly (RA) just elected a Black Lives Matter Los Angeles activist and alleged member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to its executive committee. Cecily Myart-Cruz, the immediate past president of United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA), carried almost 70% of the vote, a signal that the NEA is likely to double down on its leftwing political power play and far-left social justice activism. This is hardly breaking news. It reflects the union’s longstanding trajectory and echoes outgoing NEA President Becky Pringle’s recent call for a “political revolution.” For decades, the teachers unions have built a political machine that channels members’ dues into political campaigns, activist organizations and ballot initiatives. Since 2016 alone, the NEA, AFT and their affiliates have directed more than $1 billion to political groups and activist organizations. Despite the unions’ constant drumming on about protecting “democracy” from “fascists,” the virtue signaling is nothing more than cover for their Machiavellian-light tactics. So, it should not come as a surprise that the NEA’s Representative Assembly (RA) just adopted a bylaw to increase yearly member dues by $10 to be directly “allocated to the Ballot Measure/Legislative Crises and Media Campaign Fund.” That means an additional $20 million per year will be injected into state and local politics to advance the NEA’s agenda. To understand how this functions in practice, look to the current school choice fight in Arizona over the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program. Through astroturf proxies, the NEA is attempting to stop or handicap Arizona families’ ability to choose the best school for their children. Leading the current anti-school choice movement in The Grand Canyon State is Protect Education, Accountability Now, a recently registered Political Action Committee (PAC) that took in almost $4.5 million from the NEA in the first three months of 2026. It is more than a union-funded PAC — it is run by union leadership. In fact, the chairman of the PAC, Delia Lynding, is the president of the Kyrene Education Association and a highly active union member. At a No Kings rally this past March, Lynding parroted national leadership rhetoric by declaring that the “unions are the antidote to fascism.” Apparently, we do not share the same understanding or definition of “fascism.” But this is not an isolated case of the unions wielding their collective power and resources to influence and control state and local policy and legislation. Over the last few years, the teachers unions have dumped tens of millions of dollars into activist nonprofits to stop or challenge school choice measures in states like Colorado, Kentucky, Maine and Nebraska. Expanding this political hydra, the NEA has partnered with Public School Strong, an “organizing and visibility campaign of Race Forward’s HEAL Together initiative” that is headed up by a lead organizer with a lengthy history of antisemitic posts and statements. The initiative’s expressed purpose is to support “equity” and protect schools from the “rising tide of extremist attacks against public education” by training up students, parents, and community members as local activists for the union’s interests. In 2024, the NEA gave Race Forward over $300,0000. At this year’s NEA annual meeting and assembly, the Representative Assembly has reaffirmed the future direction of the organization – the nation’s largest teachers union wants more power and control over schools and culture, and they are willing to use the education system to achieve it. In order to thwart these efforts, we need to continue to expose their tactics and agenda to the public, offer up alternatives like the Teacher Freedom Alliance, and promote legislation that neuters and defunds this far-left political monstrosity. It is way past time that we end the teachers unions’ professional activist funding pipeline. Originally published by the Daily Caller News Foundation. Rhyen Staley is a contributor to The Daily Caller News Foundation and a researcher for Defending Education. He holds a master’s degree in elementary education and has over a decade of classroom experience in both public and private schools. He has over 25 years of coaching experience from junior high to Division I. The post RHYEN STALEY: America’s Biggest Teachers Union Pours Even More Fuel Into Its Political Machine first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d4b3a12eaf174af77b07 Here’s the latest. te 2026-07-15T00:30:43.874Z Here’s the latest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d49ea12eaf174af77ad6 OpenAI researcher Miles Wang in talks to launch AI drug discovery startup valued at $2B te 2026-07-15T00:30:22.900Z OpenAI researcher Miles Wang in talks to launch AI drug discovery startup valued at $2B Lightspeed is in discussions to lead the funding round, sources say. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d25bc2ca79de23673d8d Top Tax Official to Leave Trump Administration te 2026-07-15T00:20:43.085Z Top Tax Official to Leave Trump Administration Ken Kies, who held two top jobs at the Treasury Department and the I.R.S., is leaving the government. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d246c2ca79de23673d84 Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill Over War in Iran te 2026-07-15T00:20:22.612Z Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill Over War in Iran The vote reflected how the political debate over the conflict in the Middle East has sapped bipartisan support for a normally popular measure. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56d02bc2ca79de23673d40 Man fleeing ICE officers in Florida is struck and killed by tractor trailer, police say te 2026-07-15T00:11:23.655Z Man fleeing ICE officers in Florida is struck and killed by tractor trailer, police say A man fleeing federal immigration authorities and other federal agents was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer on Tuesday, authorities said. The unidentified 28-year-old Mexican citizen was among four people in a vehicle that was stopped in a gas station parking lot just before 6:45 a.m. in St. Augustine, Florida, the Department of Homeland Security told Fox News Digital. All four occupants fled on foot during an encounter with agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). One ran across a busy road, was struck by an oncoming semi-truck, and was pronounced dead at the scene. ICE AGENTS INSTRUCTED TO END MOST VEHICLE STOPS IN MAJOR POLICY SHIFT "The pedestrian was struck by the tractor-trailer in the right lane and sustained fatal injuries on scene," the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said. The 64-year-old truck driver stopped immediately and tried to render aid to the man, the agency said. FHP is currently investigating the traffic fatality. MAINE ICE SHOOTING VICTIM WAS NOT TARGET OF ARREST WARRANT, SEN. KING’S OFFICE SAYS AFTER EARLIER DHS ACCOUNT Fox News Digital has reached out to ICE for comment. The death is the third in about a week involving people fleeing or encountering ICE agents. In Texas, a man was shot and killed after DHS said he tried to ram agents with his vehicle. In Maine, another man was shot and killed while inside a vehicle. Hours after the incident on Tuesday, the Trump administration instructed ICE agents to temporarily halt most vehicle stops nationwide, marking a major policy shift. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56ce23c2ca79de23673cd6 Trump threatens to expand strikes on Iran, says power plants are next to go: 'Hit them hard' te 2026-07-15T00:02:43.250Z Trump threatens to expand strikes on Iran, says power plants are next to go: 'Hit them hard' President Donald Trump threatened Tuesday to expand military strikes and continue to hit Iran "very hard" until they come to the negotiating table, lamenting that every time a deal is made, Tehran breaks its promise. "We're going to hit them very hard tonight," he said in an exclusive interview with Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst. "We're going hit them hard tomorrow night. We're gonna hit them really hard the night after." U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has conducted consecutive strikes near the Strait of Hormuz over the past several days, and Trump said the operations will continue until he determines it is "enough." TRUMP SAYS US WILL STRIKE IRAN 'VERY HARD' AGAIN TODAY "Next week it gets really bad for them because next week comes the power plants," the president warned. "Next week comes the bridges. We're gonna knock out all their power plants. We're going to knock out all their bridges unless they get to the table and negotiate." 🔍 Got a story tip? Email nora.moriarty@fox.com President Trump's comments come after he walked back plans to instate a 20% toll on all vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Instead, Middle Eastern nations will make "massive" investment and trade deals with the United States, Trump said. "I was going to charge a fee, but instead they'd rather spend a lot of money in the United States, which frankly is better because I don't like the idea of a fee," he said in the interview aired on "Special Report." US CLAWS BACK KEY CONCESSION TO IRAN AFTER FRESH ATTACKS ON COMMERCIAL SHIPS IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ The U.S. also reimposed its naval blockade on Iranian ports in the strait at Trump’s order. Trump, who said U.S. representatives recently spoke with Iranian negotiators, expressed frustrations over what he described as Iran’s tendency to break promises and warned the country will face severe consequences if it fails to reach an agreement. 📲 More stories at @newswithnora on X "They want to make a deal. But every time they make a do, they break it," the president said. TRUMP WARNS IRAN'S 'CLOCK IS TICKING': MOVE 'FAST' OR 'THERE WON'T BE ANYTHING LEFT' "You better make a deal, you're not going to have anybody left. We're being very careful with the civilian population, as you know, but I said, you better make a deal you're going to not have anything left." Trump said his military objectives in Iran – including keeping the Strait of Hormuz open – have been achieved, despite traffic through the waterway being down roughly 90% from normal levels on Monday. "I think they're completed now, honestly," the president said. "If we left right now, it would take them 20 years to rebuild what they have." Yingst asked Trump about new activity at a nuclear facility outside of Tehran previously hit by U.S. strikes. Trump dismissed it as not a main concern. "We can hit that one very easily. You know, it only takes a matter of minutes for us to do it and do major damage. Major damage," he said. "And when they know it's coming, they disappear." The president touted "tremendous progress" in degrading Iran’s military capabilities while admitting Tehran still retains some ability to fight, comparing the country to a boxer. "They've been degraded to a very low level," Trump said. "And they have fight. You know? It's like a great boxer. You think you have him beat, and then all of a sudden he comes back, and he gives you a shot. They have some fight left, but they don't have much." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56ce0fc2ca79de23673ccd California suspect's alleged $30K meth stash busted after leaving backpack in rideshare: police te 2026-07-15T00:02:23.795Z California suspect's alleged $30K meth stash busted after leaving backpack in rideshare: police A California man's alleged drug haul was foiled after he accidentally left behind a backpack containing a massive stash of suspected methamphetamine in a rideshare vehicle, officials said in a news release. The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) said authorities recovered roughly three-quarters of a pound of suspected meth after the rideshare driver contacted officers Sunday afternoon. The drugs have an estimated street value of more than $30,000, according to treatment directory Recovered, which cites typical prices of up to $100 per gram. BORDER OFFICERS CRACK OPEN CABBAGE SHIPMENT HIDING MULTIMILLION-DOLLAR SECRET AT TEXAS BORDER "A suspect's rideshare trip took an unexpected turn after he left behind a bag containing more than 300 grams of methamphetamine," SFPD said. The incident unfolded near the Tenderloin neighborhood, one of San Francisco's most notorious areas long plagued by open-air drug activity, homelessness and violent crime. Police identified the suspect as 41-year-old Sacramento resident Jessie Ottman-Comb. NEWSOM BLASTED BY SHERIFF IN HIS OWN BACKYARD OVER CALIFORNIA CRIME AS VICTIMS CRY FOUL Authorities said they quickly located Ottman-Comb after working with the rideshare driver to arrange for the backpack to be returned to its owner, ultimately leading officers to a motel where he was staying. During a search of the motel room, officers reportedly recovered two cellphones, two tablets and drug paraphernalia. Police seized all the items, along with the suspected methamphetamine found in the rideshare vehicle, as evidence. In total, authorities recovered 355.7 grams of suspected methamphetamine. Ottman-Comb was booked into the San Francisco County Jail on charges including possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and transportation or sale of methamphetamine. The investigation remains active, police said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56cdfcc2ca79de23673cbf Man who allegedly sent racial insult to Aces' Chelsea Gray is fired from job at Hilton, company says te 2026-07-15T00:02:04.337Z Man who allegedly sent racial insult to Aces' Chelsea Gray is fired from job at Hilton, company says Hilton Grand Vacations announced Tuesday that it has fired an employee who allegedly sent a racial insult to Las Vegas Aces star Chelsea Gray. "The person responsible for posting this information is no longer with the company," Hilton Grand Vacations said in its statement. "His behavior was in violation of multiple company policies and does not reflect our company's values in any way." Gray posted a screenshot of an alleged Instagram direct message she received after her loss to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on Sunday. HOST CLAIMS WNBA COMMISSIONER CATHY ENGELBERT CANCELED INTERVIEW AS CAITLIN CLARK CONTROVERSY MOUNTS The screenshot contained an alleged racial slur against Gray, and included the user's profile name and photo. "People act like we just make this s--- up. And the audacity to tell us as athletes to 'shut up and dribble,'" Gray wrote under the screenshot. The Fever defeated the Aces 109-75, as Clark had 12 points with seven rebounds and six assists. The Fever guard continued to work her way back to a full-time role after suffering a back injury on June 24. SUSPENDED ALYSSA THOMAS RECEIVES SUPPORT FROM TEAMMATE & COACH AFTER CHEAP SHOT ON CAITLIN CLARK The game against the Aces came amid heightened tension among WNBA fans and players which followed the incident where Clark was punched in the throat by Alyssa Thomas during a June 24 game between the Fever and Phoenix Mercury. The incident and subsequent discourse has resurfaced contentious racial debates surrounding Clark's presence as the preeminent player in the WNBA. Thomas and her teammates previously revealed they also received racial insults and threats after the throat punch. Last week, 11 Republican lawmakers wrote a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert alleging Clark faces racially motivated hostility and expressing concern that the "physical hostility" and "violence" she faces may also be racially motivated. "Clark has been hip-checked, poked in the eye, and struck in the throat during games. These incidents go far beyond routine physical play, yet the WNBA and its officiating have too often failed to address these unacceptable incidents and hold players accountable," the letter states. Engelbert then allegedly canceled an interview on "The Dan Patrick Show" late last week, Patrick claimed on Friday's show, due to guidance from the league's public relations team. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56cde8c2ca79de23673cb6 Far-left podcaster Jennifer Welch calls homeschooling 'trickle down stupidity,' a 'huge problem' te 2026-07-15T00:01:44.881Z Far-left podcaster Jennifer Welch calls homeschooling 'trickle down stupidity,' a 'huge problem' Co-hosts Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan of the far-left "I've Had It" podcast condemned homeschooling as "weird as f---" and the "worst" idea during their show on Tuesday. Their comments were in response to a caller to the show complaining about "morons attempting to homeschool their children" when they "probably shouldn't have even had children to start with." Sullivan quickly seized on the caller's comments, remarking that she worries about "people in Bible study" homeschooling their kids. BLUE STATE BILL TARGETS HOMESCHOOLERS IN LATEST GOVERNMENT POWER GRAB "I just think homeschooling is a bad idea, from soup to nuts," Sullivan said. "I don’t care if you’re a nuclear physicist. I think it’s just f---ing weird as f--- that you want your kids around you all day, every day, and all night. And just the socialization."  "For me personally, it was that I would have gotten up on my hands and knees and strapped them to my back and crawled to get them to school every day just to get them where I wasn't," she continued. "So, I don't trust somebody that wants to be with their kids 24/7. I think a lot of dumb people do it because it's just easier and that's a concern." Welch accused parents who choose to homeschool of attempting to "project a script onto their kids" and claimed they were incapable of critical thinking. "This is trickle-down stupidity. This is MAGA on steroids. This is MAHA. This is tradwife. This is unvaxxed and unjacked and all that s---. This is the worst, worst, worst," Welch said. BRAZIL PARENTS FACE PRISON SENTENCE FOR HOMESCHOOLING AFTER COURT ACCUSES THEM OF 'INTELLECTUAL NEGLECT' The far-left podcaster argued that homeschooling was part of America's "fundamental crazy Christian problem," suggesting it was essentially child abuse. "I think it's a huge problem," Welch said. "I cannot stand these people, but, again, it's a pretty big red flag when somebody tells you, when you're like 'What's their deal, they seem kind of awful' [and they say] 'I was homeschooled.' You're like, 'Yeah.' I just think it's such a selfish thing for parents to do."  She added, "I honestly ... I'm just gonna say this. I think it's selfish for parents to push a religion on a child and make them believe just one before they're old enough to hear about all of them or none of them and decide for themselves. I think it's all child abuse, honestly." HOMESCHOOLING RATES SURGE ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN THE WAKE OF COVID: REPORT In a comment to Fox News Digital, American Culture Project senior fellow and education policy advocate Corey DeAngelis remarked that sending children to government schools for a majority of their childhoods was the real "weird" position. "It's not weird to love your children and want them around. It’s weird to outsource them to strangers employed by the government while pretending it’s for their own good. The government school system is filled with documented abuse, bullying, fights, drugs, gangs, violence, and relentless socialist indoctrination. That’s the 'socialization' these hosts are defending," DeAngelis said. "Homeschooling isn’t some radical new experiment," he continued. "Parents teaching their own children at home is how human beings learned for thousands of years. The real experiment is the factory-model government schooling system that only exists because of 19th-century Prussian militarism and 20th-century progressive social engineering."  "And that experiment has failed millions of kids," he added. "The podcast comments reveal more about the hosts’ contempt for family and parental authority than they do about homeschooling. Parents choosing to raise and educate their own children isn’t 'MAGA on steroids' or 'trickle-down stupidity.' It’s the most natural thing in the world." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a56cdd4c2ca79de23673ca5 House votes to end clock changes, put entire country on daylight saving time year-round te 2026-07-15T00:01:24.929Z House votes to end clock changes, put entire country on daylight saving time year-round WASHINGTON – The House voted Tuesday to end the twice-yearly clock change, putting the country on daylight saving time permanently if the Senate goes along. States could opt out and choose instead to stay on permanent standard time under the measure, known as the Sunshine Protection Act. Arizona has been on Mountain Standard Time since 1968, which is why it’s the same time in Phoenix and Los Angeles at this time of year. But the “spring ahead, fall back” ritual would be a thing of the past.  The bill passed overwhelmingly, on a bipartisan 308-117 vote. The Arizona delegation split 5-4 against the bill. President Donald Trump has long supported an end to the clock change, calling it inconvenient and costly. “It’s time that people can stop worrying about the `Clock,’ not to mention all of the work and money that is spent on this ridiculous, twice yearly production,” he wrote on Truth Social in May, after a House committee approved the bill 48-1. “It will also be a very nice WIN for the Republican Party. Take it! We are going with the far more popular alternative, Saving Daylight, which gives you a longer, brighter Day.” The other option was to set Standard Time as the national norm. “People would like to have more light later, but some people want to have more light earlier because they don’t want to have to take their kids to school in the dark,” Trump said. All three Arizona Democrats opposed the bill: Reps. Greg Stanton and Yassamin Ansari of Phoenix and Adelita Grijalva of Tucson. So did GOP Reps. Paul Gosar of Bullhead City and Andy Biggs of Gilbert. Rep. David Schweikert of Fountain Hills, who faces Biggs in the July 21 primary for Arizona governor, supported the bill, as did fellow Republican Reps. Juan Ciscomani of Tucson, Eli Crane of Oro Valley and Abe Hamadeh of Scottsdale. Railroads created the four standard time zones (Eastern, Central, Mountain and Pacific) in 1883 to simplify scheduling.  Congress established daylight saving time in 1918 to conserve fuel during World War I but repealed it a year later. President Franklin Roosevelt imposed it again during World War II. In 1966, Congress approved the Uniform Time Act, allowing states to opt out of daylight time and go year-round without changing the clock. Congress has tweaked the start and end dates a few times since then.  The current rules date to 2005: DST starts at 2 a.m. local standard time on the second Sunday in March, when clocks are set ahead one hour. On the first Sunday in November, clocks are set back one hour at 2 a.m. Arizona, which has plenty of daylight during its hot summers, has stuck with Standard Time year-round since 1968, to save on cooling costs and allow evening activities to start earlier. The part of the state controlled by the Navajo Nation does, however, observe DST. Only Hawaii uses standard time statewide. In 1972, Congress amended the law further, giving states the option to have more than one time zone and to exempt parts of their territory from DST observance. The country has experimented with universal DST before, including a two-year trial that Congress initiated in response to the Arab oil embargo in 1973. “It was popular until parents realized their children had to travel to school in darkness, armed with flashlights,” Rep. Madeleine Dean, D- Pennsylvania, said during a brief House debate Tuesday. Congress ended the experiment early on Feb. 23, 1975, in response to public dissatisfaction. Arguments in favor of universal DST have historically focused on the promotion of tourism and other economic activity, as well as energy conservation, though a 2007 Energy Department study was inconclusive on that. Two lawmakers from Florida, which relies heavily on tourism, voiced strong support during Tuesday’s debate. “In Florida … this issue is especially important,” said GOP Rep. Gus Bilirakis. “Our state is home to families, retirees, small businesses and industries that depend on predictable schedules and the ability to make the most of every single day.” Democratic Rep. Darren Soto noted that he supported a similar measure in the Florida Legislature in 2013. “People after work go out to businesses and they get to have fun,” he said. “Beach communities like that one extra hour of sunshine. Kids can go out and play.” Opposition has traditionally centered on concerns about children in northern states going to school in the dark and impacts on health, including the disruption of circadian rhythms from waking up in darkness. Although 114 Democrats voted for the bill, some took the opportunity to bash Republicans for focusing on a low-priority issue.  “I actually support this bill,” the senior Democrat on the Rules Committee, Rep. Jim McGovern of Massachusetts, said during the debate. “But folks getting crushed by rent, utility bills and healthcare costs? Is this really the best the majority can do?” Opposition also stems from concerns that not enough time has been spent studying the effects of another experiment with universal DST after the previous one. “I worry this bill is repeating the mistakes of the past,” Dean said. The post House votes to end clock changes, put entire country on daylight saving time year-round appeared first on Cronkite News. 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