https://meenews.co/post/69d933d7d8d5dabda39447a6 Masters TV coverage a mixed bag of streaming frustration te 2026-04-10T17:31:03.259Z Masters TV coverage a mixed bag of streaming frustration Welcome to Friday at The Masters. Tune into the Masters app, Masters.com, Prime TV, Paramount+ and ESPN for your wall-to-wall coverage! Yes, it seems like a heavy lift. In some ways, it has been for golf fans. Gone are the days of CBS firing up the cameras at 3 p.m., and showing us four straight hours of golf.  But that's not necessarily a bad thing. Predictably, Augusta National has had to evolve, along with its partners, to this new age of streaming. It's tricky, because Augusta is famous for shaping the coverage of this event. Sometimes, you wonder if they want you to see it at all. I get it.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM I will say, though, that the introduction of Prime to this year's tournament has been more of a success than I would've thought.  But first, a quick rundown of how to watch golf today, tomorrow, and, most importantly, Sunday: So, that's basically it in a nutshell. Sure, that nutshell may be huge, but it's still a nutshell. Or something like that.  To watch The Masters all day – from sun-up to sundown – you need a combination of Paramount+, Amazon Prime, and ESPN. That's for today. To watch over the weekend, you can go ahead and drop the Amazon subscription if you so choose, but pick up CBS.  Again, it sounds daunting. "All you need is a laptop, a TV and a few subscriptions." OK. Sounds great! Thanks, Augusta, for letting us in! Some folks, understandably so, are annoyed: I get it. Too many cooks in the kitchen. That certainly applies here. But, that's the age we live in. The streaming era is ruthless. It all seemed great on paper years ago, but now it's just become exhausting.  But, it's not all bad. For starters, the simplest answer to all of this is "Just use The Masters app." Yes, it's a great app. It has everything. You can watch it all, in one spot. Same with Masters.com.  You can go there right now and watch the featured groups, Amen corner, and holes 4, 5 and 6.  Obviously, that's not going to be for everyone, though. It can also be clunky, as most streaming apps are. That's just the nature of the business.  JACK NICKLAUS’ CEREMONIAL TEE SHOT AT THE MASTERS COMES DANGEROUSLY CLOSE TO PATRONS A lot of folks also don't realize you can put the Masters app on your smart TVs, so they end up holding a phone or watching their laptops all day. Not great. And yes, I'm talking about the older folks. I don't think that's any big secret.  I'll will, however, give Prime credit. Again, usually when a new streaming service gets involved in a sport, it can be dicey. Netflix was crucified for a pretty subpar MLB debut a few weeks ago.  By all accounts, Prime has been solid so far this week: Again, not bad. I've seen these things spiral pretty quickly. Prime seemed ready to roll, which makes sense given they've had the Thursday Night Football package for years now.  Anyway, like anything in 2026, Masters coverage has been met with mixed reviews all week. Does it feel like we're getting yanked around? Sure. Has Prime been a nice addition to fill the gap between the morning and the main broadcast? Absolutely.  Some folks will tell you to quit complaining, because there was a time, not too long ago, where you didn't get any Masters TV coverage until 3 p.m.  Obviously, that's no longer the case. You can watch golf all day long now.  You just have to work to find it.  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/69d933c3d8d5dabda394479d Michelle Pfeiffer fought 'battle' with Taylor Sheridan before surrendering to hit show 'The Madison' te 2026-04-10T17:30:43.514Z Michelle Pfeiffer fought 'battle' with Taylor Sheridan before surrendering to hit show 'The Madison' Michelle Pfeiffer’s decision to join Taylor Sheridan’s new series "The Madison" wasn’t an easy one. The Hollywood legend shared how her "battle" with the famous director over a scriptless pitch ultimately paid off. During an appearance on the "Today" show Friday, host Willie Geist said, "This role, I understand, was a little bit of a surprise. He called you in and said, ‘Effectively, I’ve designed a series around you, are you in?’ What did you say?" 'THE MADISON' STAR MICHELLE PFEIFFER CREDITS ONE SIMPLE BEAUTY SECRET FOR HER AGELESS GLOW AT 67 Pfeiffer replied, "I said, ‘Great, I’d love to read something.’" But there was a twist, as Sheridan, who’s known for pulling talent in without scripts, threw Pfeiffer for a loop when he revealed, "I’d like to cast first, and then I write."  Pfeiffer wasn’t sold on the idea right away. "We went back and forth like that for a few weeks," she confessed. "And then I realized I was not going to win this battle, so I took a huge leap of faith. Obviously, he has an amazing track record." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Sheridan’s success in the genre and his impressive track record — especially with "Yellowstone" — finally convinced her to take the plunge. "He talked to me … he gave me the sort of general scope of the character and what [the] journey was for this family … I was really interested in that," she explained.  "It's a grind, doing a TV show and being away for all those months, but, you know, I can now." It wasn’t just Sheridan’s reputation that sealed the deal — Pfeiffer called up fellow actress Helen Mirren, who starred in "1883," "Yellowstone’s" prequel, for advice.  Pfeiffer explained, "I don’t know Helen, but from what I’ve seen and heard, she’s sort of a ‘take no prisoners’ kind of person. I thought she’d be really straight with me, like ‘Run’ or you know … and basically it was like ‘run and do it.’" 'THE MADISON' STAR MATTHEW FOX ADMITS WHY HE DITCHED HOLLYWOOD AT THE HEIGHT OF 'LOST' FAME "She said, ‘The scripts are amazing, the best-run productions that I’ve ever been on.' And I’m having so much fun." Mirren’s glowing recommendation, along with Sheridan’s pitch, ultimately sealed the deal for Pfeiffer, who said she’s enjoying the ride. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Pfeiffer is also joined by Kurt Russell, her longtime friend and co-star, in "The Madison." The duo had been hoping for a reunion — and now they’re finally sharing the screen again. "I always want to be with Kurt," she previously told Fox News Digital. "I had such a good time working with him on ‘Tequila Sunrise.’" "The Madison" follows Pfeiffer’s character, Stacy Clyburn, as she and her family leave their New York City life behind after a devastating loss. The show has already proven to be a massive success. The premiere episode hit 8 million global streaming views in just 10 days, making it Sheridan’s biggest launch to date. The show has already been renewed for a second season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9317fd8d5dabda394472c Chicago dad bludgeoned to death outside bar as police hunt for four persons of interest te 2026-04-10T17:21:03.543Z Chicago dad bludgeoned to death outside bar as police hunt for four persons of interest A Chicago dad who was expecting his second child was bludgeoned to death outside a bar in an early morning attack as police seek four persons of interest. Alexander "Xander" Kazanowski, 25, was found unresponsive on the ground with injuries to his head near a bar in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago around 3:20 a.m. March 24, according to the Cook County Crime Stoppers. According to the Chicago Police Department, he was taken to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in critical condition and later died. Kazanowski, an Illinois-based model, had allegedly been asked to leave a bar because of several comments he had made, according to WGN-TV. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The Chicago Police Department opened a homicide investigation, sharing video of the four persons of interest they would like to question. The individuals were described as three African American men, and one Asian woman. One wore a black jacket, a black baseball hat, and blue jeans. The second man wore a black jacket, a white hooded sweatshirt, and black pants. The third man wore a blue jacket, blue jeans, and a brown winter hat. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER And the woman was wearing a black jacket and white pants. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB The security cameras captured the four individuals entering the bar, Tune-Up, the night of the alleged attack, according to video released by the Chicago Police Department. It was not clear if the video was before or after the alleged assault. The Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the individuals responsible. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Kazanowski was the father of one daughter, Thea, and a soon-to-be-born son, John, according to his obituary. He grew up in South Barrington, Illinois, and was a wrestler in middle and high school. At 19, he founded his first company, Wurk Services, and he was also an actor and model, his obituary said. SEND US A TIP HERE "Xander’s story is not defined by the years he was given, but by the vigor with which he filled them," his obituary said. "True to his character, his final act was a perfect expression of his generous heart. As an organ donor, he saved multiple lives and helped countless others move closer to the miracle of a second chance." Anyone with information on the individuals being sought in connection with Kazanowski's death is asked to contact Grand Central Area detectives at 312-746-6614. Tipsters who wish to remain can submit information to CPDTIP.com, using reference number JK192078, or call the Cook County Crime Stoppers at 800-535-7867. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Chicago Police Department for additional information. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9316bd8d5dabda3944723 Prince Harry sued by charity he founded in honor of Princess Diana: report te 2026-04-10T17:20:43.850Z Prince Harry sued by charity he founded in honor of Princess Diana: report The charity Prince Harry co-founded to honor his late mother Princess Diana has sued the former working royal for libel. Sentebale filed a complaint against Prince Harry last month with the High Court of London, according to Reuters. The complaint also named Mark Dyer, who was ​a trustee of the charity. Prince Harry left Sentebale on March 25, 2025, following a dispute between the charity's board of trustees and its chairwoman, Dr. Sophie Chandauka. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92f2cd8d5dabda39446c7 Iran war sends inflation soaring in March, with gas prices up more than 21% te 2026-04-10T17:11:08.608Z Iran war sends inflation soaring in March, with gas prices up more than 21% An Indianapolis gas pump shows prices over $4 a gallon on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. (Photo by Niki Kelly/Indiana Capital Chronicle) WASHINGTON — Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March, according to the latest consumer price index figures released Friday. Costs jumped 0.9% in March compared to the previous month — that’s up from the 0.3% increase in February.  Prices for all items together, including food, energy, shelter and other commodities like vehicles, rose by 3.3% from a year ago. That’s the highest annual jump since May 2024, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics historical data.  Fuel costs drove the spike, with gasoline and fuel oil together rising 10.9% in March compared to the previous month. Singled out, gas prices jumped 21.2% in March. The cost for airfare, largely driven by jet fuel prices, rose 2.7% in March, up from the 1.4% jump in February. President Donald Trump launched the joint war in Iran with Israel on Feb. 28. In response to the intense bombing campaign that killed the country’s supreme leader and numerous senior officials, the Iranian regime effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow passage in and out of the Persian Gulf vital to the transport of one-fifth of the world’s petroleum. Unleaded gas is $3.99 per gallon at the Exxon at 129 Lee St. W in Charleston, West Virginia on April 8, 2026. (Photo by Leann Ray/West Virginia Watch) As of Friday, Americans were paying $4.15 on average nationwide for a gallon of regular gas, according to AAA. The average for diesel across the U.S. is $5.68 per gallon. Prior to the war, a gallon of regular hadn’t topped $3 all year. Iran’s de facto takeover of the Strait of Hormuz by threatening to strike any tankers, other than a handful from friendly countries, has caused the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market, according to the International Energy Agency. Despite a tenuous ceasefire agreed to Tuesday evening Eastern time, Iran is still controlling the strait. Ten oil tankers transited the waterway Tuesday, and only one on Wednesday, according to the latest figures available from the Joint Maritime Information Center, which tracks tankers and cargo ships worldwide that are transmitting location data. Prior to the war, roughly 140 vessels daily flowed freely through the Strait of Hormuz. Dems pounce on affordability issue Democrats blamed Trump Friday for higher inflation, as affordability is emerging as perhaps the single-most important issue ahead of the 2026 midterm elections in November that will determine control of Congress. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin said the president is “pushing working families to the brink.”  “Trump promised to ‘lower prices on Day One,’ and instead he waged an unhinged trade war and started an unpopular war with Iran — and what have Americans gotten in return? Nothing except even higher prices. Americans are sick and tired of this president putting his own interests first and using their hard-earned dollars to fund his war instead of making health care more affordable or expanding access to child care,” Martin said in a statement Friday morning. White House senior deputy press secretary Kush Desai responded to the inflation figures, saying the president “has always been clear about short-term disruptions as a result of Operation Epic Fury, disruptions that the Administration has been diligently working to mitigate.” “Although gas and energy prices are seeing volatility, prices of eggs, beef, prescription drugs, dairy, and other household essentials are falling or remain stable thanks to President Trump’s policies. As the Administration ensures the free flow of energy through the Strait of Hormuz, the American economy remains on a solid trajectory thanks to the Administration’s robust supply-side agenda of tax cuts, deregulation, and energy abundance,” Desai wrote in a statement Friday morning posted on social media.  Other costs The price index for food consumed at home decreased 0.2% compared to the previous month, but increased 1.9% from a year ago.  The costs of fruits and vegetables rose 1% in March compared to the previous month, but prices for meat, poultry, fish and eggs declined 0.6%, according to the latest BLS figures. The price index for items minus food and energy rose 0.2% in March, matching the increase in February. The cost of all items, less food and energy, rose 2.6% over the past 12 months. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92f02d8d5dabda3944692 Democrats Denounce Trump’s Plan to Use Foreign Steel in White House Ballroom te 2026-04-10T17:10:26.247Z Democrats Denounce Trump’s Plan to Use Foreign Steel in White House Ballroom A New York Times report that the president was accepting a donation of foreign steel for the ballroom was seized on by Democrats. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92cd5d8d5dabda3944635 Gov. Hobbs signed 5 bills yesterday. Here's how they'll change Arizona law te 2026-04-10T17:01:09.357Z Gov. Hobbs signed 5 bills yesterday. Here's how they'll change Arizona law One of the signed bills prohibits someone convicted of a "dangerous crime against children" from having their probation term ended early. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b94d8d5dabda39445b9 Arizona leads nation in food assistance drop, study says te 2026-04-10T16:55:48.164Z Arizona leads nation in food assistance drop, study says A new study shows that the state's SNAP enrollment dropped by 47% following the passage of the "Big Beautiful Bill". Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b86d8d5dabda394459e Arizona leads nation in food assistance drop, study says te 2026-04-10T16:55:34.594Z Arizona leads nation in food assistance drop, study says A new study shows that the state's SNAP enrollment dropped by 47% following the passage of the "Big Beautiful Bill". Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b7fd8d5dabda3944592 Sedona Airport gets $1.67M for water tank te 2026-04-10T16:55:27.146Z Sedona Airport gets $1.67M for water tank The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Sedona Airport’s request to accept a $1,665,252 loan from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona to fund the construction of a new water tank. The tank and its fire suppres­sion capabilities will allow for the constructi Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b71d8d5dabda3944586 Sedona Airport gets $1.67M for water tank te 2026-04-10T16:55:13.514Z Sedona Airport gets $1.67M for water tank The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Sedona Airport’s request to accept a $1,665,252 loan from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona to fund the construction of a new water tank. The tank and its fire suppres­sion capabilities will allow for the constructi Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b6ad8d5dabda3944579 People of Havasu: Linda Nietschke keeps Havasu soup kitchen going as need grows te 2026-04-10T16:55:06.065Z People of Havasu: Linda Nietschke keeps Havasu soup kitchen going as need grows For 15 years, Linda Nietschke has watched a growing number of visitors to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church’s soup kitchen. But when there are children in the line, it’s always a mixed blessing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b5cd8d5dabda394456c People of Havasu: Linda Nietschke keeps Havasu soup kitchen going as need grows te 2026-04-10T16:54:52.362Z People of Havasu: Linda Nietschke keeps Havasu soup kitchen going as need grows For 15 years, Linda Nietschke has watched a growing number of visitors to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church’s soup kitchen. But when there are children in the line, it’s always a mixed blessing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b56d8d5dabda3944563 Clean Elections names moderators for 2026 Arizona debates te 2026-04-10T16:54:46.068Z Clean Elections names moderators for 2026 Arizona debates PHOENIX — Arizona’s Clean Elections Commission has tapped a slate of veteran journalists to moderate its 2026 statewide and federal candidate debates, with forums set to begin in late May ahead of the July 21 primary. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b48d8d5dabda394455a Clean Elections names moderators for 2026 Arizona debates te 2026-04-10T16:54:32.554Z Clean Elections names moderators for 2026 Arizona debates PHOENIX — Arizona’s Clean Elections Commission has tapped a slate of veteran journalists to moderate its 2026 statewide and federal candidate debates, with forums set to begin in late May ahead of the July 21 primary. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b41d8d5dabda3944551 ‘Everybody will be unhappy with it’: Interior Secretary Burgum calls on states to make concessions for Colorado River deal te 2026-04-10T16:54:25.756Z ‘Everybody will be unhappy with it’: Interior Secretary Burgum calls on states to make concessions for Colorado River deal LAS VEGAS — U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum reiterated Tuesday that the federal government favors a negotiated deal between the seven states that share Colorado River water over the resource’s allocation rather than a protracted legal battle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b34d8d5dabda3944548 ‘Everybody will be unhappy with it’: Interior Secretary Burgum calls on states to make concessions for Colorado River deal te 2026-04-10T16:54:12.816Z ‘Everybody will be unhappy with it’: Interior Secretary Burgum calls on states to make concessions for Colorado River deal LAS VEGAS — U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum reiterated Tuesday that the federal government favors a negotiated deal between the seven states that share Colorado River water over the resource’s allocation rather than a protracted legal battle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b2dd8d5dabda394453f Near the shrinking Salton Sea in Southern California, children's lungs may pay a price te 2026-04-10T16:54:05.809Z Near the shrinking Salton Sea in Southern California, children's lungs may pay a price Along the shores of the shrinking Salton Sea, desert winds regularly kick up dust and send it drifting through nearby neighborhoods. New research indicates that living there may affect kids' lungs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b20d8d5dabda3944536 Near the shrinking Salton Sea in Southern California, children's lungs may pay a price te 2026-04-10T16:53:52.694Z Near the shrinking Salton Sea in Southern California, children's lungs may pay a price Along the shores of the shrinking Salton Sea, desert winds regularly kick up dust and send it drifting through nearby neighborhoods. New research indicates that living there may affect kids' lungs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b19d8d5dabda394452d Arizona House advances bill to block state help in Mexican wolf transfers te 2026-04-10T16:53:45.678Z Arizona House advances bill to block state help in Mexican wolf transfers PHOENIX -- A Benson Republican lawmaker says Arizona lawmakers need to be aware of the lessons of a fairy tale when they consider whether to preserve the Mexican gray wolf. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b0cd8d5dabda3944524 Arizona House advances bill to block state help in Mexican wolf transfers te 2026-04-10T16:53:32.722Z Arizona House advances bill to block state help in Mexican wolf transfers PHOENIX -- A Benson Republican lawmaker says Arizona lawmakers need to be aware of the lessons of a fairy tale when they consider whether to preserve the Mexican gray wolf. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92b05d8d5dabda394451b 48th annual Parker Tube Float set for June 13 te 2026-04-10T16:53:25.571Z 48th annual Parker Tube Float set for June 13 PARKER — The Parker area’s largest summer event returns June 13, with organizers preparing for another heavy turnout at the 48th annual Parker Tube Float along the Colorado River. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92af8d8d5dabda3944512 48th annual Parker Tube Float set for June 13 te 2026-04-10T16:53:12.911Z 48th annual Parker Tube Float set for June 13 PARKER — The Parker area’s largest summer event returns June 13, with organizers preparing for another heavy turnout at the 48th annual Parker Tube Float along the Colorado River. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92af1d8d5dabda3944509 Crypto prices for April 10, 2026 te 2026-04-10T16:53:05.513Z Crypto prices for April 10, 2026 Prices as of 8:15 a.m. Friday, April 10: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92ae5d8d5dabda3944500 Crypto prices for April 10, 2026 te 2026-04-10T16:52:53.226Z Crypto prices for April 10, 2026 Prices as of 8:15 a.m. Friday, April 10: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92ac8d8d5dabda39444ee Surprise inspection finds ICE stuffing migrants ‘like sardines’ into a facility with no bed, showers te 2026-04-10T16:52:24.947Z Surprise inspection finds ICE stuffing migrants ‘like sardines’ into a facility with no bed, showers An airplane sits on the tarmac at Mesa Gateway Airport on the evening of April 9, 2026, outside of the Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center, an ICE facility where detainees are temporarily housed before they are put on a plane to either be deported or moved to a different ICE facility. (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) Three Democratic members of Congress said they were horrified that immigrants were being stuffed into holding cells “like sardines” at a Mesa Immigration and Customs Enforcement holding facility they showed up to without warning on Thursday night.  The visit came in the wake of the Arizona Mirror’s reporting on Thursday detailing how the Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center, located at Mesa-Gateway Airport, has been operating far over its 157-person capacity for most of this year.  The Mirror’s analysis, in fact, found that one of the few times ICE was detaining fewer people than that was when two of those same Democrats toured the facility during a scheduled oversight visit in February.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE When Democratic U.S. Reps. Greg Stanton and Yassamin Ansari told ICE they would be conducting that oversight visit — ICE policy requires they give seven days’ notice before arriving — the number of detainees began to decrease to some of the lowest numbers the facility had seen all year. ICE moved detainees out of an overcrowded Mesa facility before congressional oversight visit Almost immediately after the inspection, those numbers began to climb again.  The Mirror’s reporting prompted Ansari, Stanton and U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva to conduct a surprise oversight visit on Thursday night. When they arrived at the facility at around 9:30 p.m., they saw firsthand just how overcrowded it was — and the harm it was doing to the people being detained.  “What we saw tonight inside the facility was shocking,” Stanton told reporters outside the Mesa facility after the brief tour, calling the conditions inside “significantly overcrowded.”  He described concrete rooms with no bedding or blankets, packed with people mostly laying on the floor. When the lawmakers entered the facility, many of those individuals also scrambled to the doors of the holding cells, asking them for help.  Ansari was visibly shaken by what she saw. “Shameful, absolutely shameful that the United States government, funded by our taxpayer dollars, is allowing this to happen,” she said.  Ansari said that each of the rooms holding immigrant detainees lists its maximum capacity; the majority had a capacity of 21, while two others were 24. Ansari, Stanton and Grijalva all said they counted more than 40 people in each of the 6 rooms and estimated around 250 people in total were inside the facility.  “I’ve never experienced anything like this in my entire life,” Grijalva said, fighting back tears. The Tucson Democrat described the way people were laying down inside as “like sardines.”  “It is frightening in there,” Grijalva said. “It is disgusting.”  When lawmakers arrived at the AROCC facility, they were also greeted by another sight: aircraft used to shuttle around detainees to either other facilities or deportations.  The facility, first exclusively reported on by the Mirror, takes up 25,000-square-feet in a building located at the Mesa-Gateway Airport, where it shares space with the U.S. Forest Service and the Phoenix Interagency Fire Center.  Arizona, and specifically Mesa-Gateway Airport, are at the center of ICE’s accelerating aerial deportation efforts, in which AROCC plays a major role. The airport hosts the agency’s headquarters for its “ICE Air” operations, which uses subcontractors and subleases to disguise deportation aircraft. The AROCC facility has also been at the heart of flights that have sent immigrants to African countries, even when they’re not from those countries. Most recently, the facility made national headlines because it was set to be where two gay Iranian men were set to be deported from, ultimately to their deaths.  When they arrived, Stanton, Ansari and Grijava had to get the attention of someone working to load the aircraft in order to get access to the facility. That person then contacted their supervisor, who later told the lawmakers that they could not bring their staff with them into the facility.  The three Democrats said that an additional bus full of migrants, observed by the Mirror as well, contained upwards of 80 more people, but ICE staff could not tell them if they were coming or going to the facility. Many of their questions went unanswered, they said.  In fact, all three spoke of their frustrations with the ICE staff, particularly when it came to tending for the people being detained. As they briefly toured the cacility, the Democrats said the immigrants tried to speak to them through the holding cells, asked for help and tried to tell them about issues at the facility.  In one example, Ansari said a detained man pleaded for help for another detainee with a fever who needed medical attention. When Ansari asked staff about getting that person medical attention, she was told it would happen when she left.  “He literally stared at me blankly like I was asking him to do something impossible,” Ansari said of the supervisor.  Grijalva shared a similar story of a woman asking if she could ask the guards to provide sanitary napkins for a woman who needed them.  Detainees are supposed to be at AROCC for no more than 12 hours while they wait to be loaded onto a plane, either so they can be deported or transferred to a different ICE facility. The Mirror’s reporting found that publicly available data shows how overcrowded the facility has become in the past year. The average length of stay in 2026 is about 36 hours, compared to the same time frame in 2025, when the average stay was about 12 hours.  In 2025, the average daily population was approximately 21 people for the same timeframe. So far in 2026, there have been an average of 274 detainees each day. The Mirror found one individual in the data who stayed for 18 days, coinciding with a time when the population of the facility was near its peak of 777 individuals in a single day.  A supervisor who spoke with the three Democrats claimed that the facility is a 72-hour hold facility, even though it has no beds or showers. But that contradicts ICE’s own statement to the Mirror for the story it published Thursday morning, in which the agency emphasized that the facility is meant to house people for “typically under 12 hours.”  Stanton said that the visit exemplified exactly why he and other Democratic members of Congress will be pushing to not include any new money for ICE for the budget for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which is expected to be debated in Congress next week.  “We have to be as loud as possible to expose what is happening to the public,” Ansari said about AROCC, adding that she believes that talking to city leaders may be a next step.  YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92abcd8d5dabda39444e0 Surprise inspection finds ICE stuffing migrants ‘like sardines’ into a facility with no bed, showers te 2026-04-10T16:52:12.778Z Surprise inspection finds ICE stuffing migrants ‘like sardines’ into a facility with no bed, showers An airplane sits on the tarmac at Mesa Gateway Airport on the evening of April 9, 2026, outside of the Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center, an ICE facility where detainees are temporarily housed before they are put on a plane to either be deported or moved to a different ICE facility. (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) Three Democratic members of Congress said they were horrified that immigrants were being stuffed into holding cells “like sardines” at a Mesa Immigration and Customs Enforcement holding facility they showed up to without warning on Thursday night.  The visit came in the wake of the Arizona Mirror’s reporting on Thursday detailing how the Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center, located at Mesa-Gateway Airport, has been operating far over its 157-person capacity for most of this year.  The Mirror’s analysis, in fact, found that one of the few times ICE was detaining fewer people than that was when two of those same Democrats toured the facility during a scheduled oversight visit in February.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE When Democratic U.S. Reps. Greg Stanton and Yassamin Ansari told ICE they would be conducting that oversight visit — ICE policy requires they give seven days’ notice before arriving — the number of detainees began to decrease to some of the lowest numbers the facility had seen all year. ICE moved detainees out of an overcrowded Mesa facility before congressional oversight visit Almost immediately after the inspection, those numbers began to climb again.  The Mirror’s reporting prompted Ansari, Stanton and U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva to conduct a surprise oversight visit on Thursday night. When they arrived at the facility at around 9:30 p.m., they saw firsthand just how overcrowded it was — and the harm it was doing to the people being detained.  “What we saw tonight inside the facility was shocking,” Stanton told reporters outside the Mesa facility after the brief tour, calling the conditions inside “significantly overcrowded.”  He described concrete rooms with no bedding or blankets, packed with people mostly laying on the floor. When the lawmakers entered the facility, many of those individuals also scrambled to the doors of the holding cells, asking them for help.  Ansari was visibly shaken by what she saw. “Shameful, absolutely shameful that the United States government, funded by our taxpayer dollars, is allowing this to happen,” she said.  Ansari said that each of the rooms holding immigrant detainees lists its maximum capacity; the majority had a capacity of 21, while two others were 24. Ansari, Stanton and Grijalva all said they counted more than 40 people in each of the 6 rooms and estimated around 250 people in total were inside the facility.  “I’ve never experienced anything like this in my entire life,” Grijalva said, fighting back tears. The Tucson Democrat described the way people were laying down inside as “like sardines.”  “It is frightening in there,” Grijalva said. “It is disgusting.”  When lawmakers arrived at the AROCC facility, they were also greeted by another sight: aircraft used to shuttle around detainees to either other facilities or deportations.  The facility, first exclusively reported on by the Mirror, takes up 25,000-square-feet in a building located at the Mesa-Gateway Airport, where it shares space with the U.S. Forest Service and the Phoenix Interagency Fire Center.  Arizona, and specifically Mesa-Gateway Airport, are at the center of ICE’s accelerating aerial deportation efforts, in which AROCC plays a major role. The airport hosts the agency’s headquarters for its “ICE Air” operations, which uses subcontractors and subleases to disguise deportation aircraft. The AROCC facility has also been at the heart of flights that have sent immigrants to African countries, even when they’re not from those countries. Most recently, the facility made national headlines because it was set to be where two gay Iranian men were set to be deported from, ultimately to their deaths.  When they arrived, Stanton, Ansari and Grijava had to get the attention of someone working to load the aircraft in order to get access to the facility. That person then contacted their supervisor, who later told the lawmakers that they could not bring their staff with them into the facility.  The three Democrats said that an additional bus full of migrants, observed by the Mirror as well, contained upwards of 80 more people, but ICE staff could not tell them if they were coming or going to the facility. Many of their questions went unanswered, they said.  In fact, all three spoke of their frustrations with the ICE staff, particularly when it came to tending for the people being detained. As they briefly toured the cacility, the Democrats said the immigrants tried to speak to them through the holding cells, asked for help and tried to tell them about issues at the facility.  In one example, Ansari said a detained man pleaded for help for another detainee with a fever who needed medical attention. When Ansari asked staff about getting that person medical attention, she was told it would happen when she left.  “He literally stared at me blankly like I was asking him to do something impossible,” Ansari said of the supervisor.  Grijalva shared a similar story of a woman asking if she could ask the guards to provide sanitary napkins for a woman who needed them.  Detainees are supposed to be at AROCC for no more than 12 hours while they wait to be loaded onto a plane, either so they can be deported or transferred to a different ICE facility. The Mirror’s reporting found that publicly available data shows how overcrowded the facility has become in the past year. The average length of stay in 2026 is about 36 hours, compared to the same time frame in 2025, when the average stay was about 12 hours.  In 2025, the average daily population was approximately 21 people for the same timeframe. So far in 2026, there have been an average of 274 detainees each day. The Mirror found one individual in the data who stayed for 18 days, coinciding with a time when the population of the facility was near its peak of 777 individuals in a single day.  A supervisor who spoke with the three Democrats claimed that the facility is a 72-hour hold facility, even though it has no beds or showers. But that contradicts ICE’s own statement to the Mirror for the story it published Thursday morning, in which the agency emphasized that the facility is meant to house people for “typically under 12 hours.”  Stanton said that the visit exemplified exactly why he and other Democratic members of Congress will be pushing to not include any new money for ICE for the budget for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which is expected to be debated in Congress next week.  “We have to be as loud as possible to expose what is happening to the public,” Ansari said about AROCC, adding that she believes that talking to city leaders may be a next step.  YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92ab5d8d5dabda39444d7 Ivanka Trump recalls the moment her father was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania te 2026-04-10T16:52:05.192Z Ivanka Trump recalls the moment her father was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania Ivanka Trump recalled the moment her father was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania, and the profound impact it had on her in a candid conversation on "The Diary of a CEO" podcast that was released Wednesday.  Podcast host Steven Bartlett asked Ivanka where she was when she found out there was an assassination attempt against her father. She shared that she was in Bedminster, N.J., and heard "a lot of commotion." The first daughter recalled seeing it "almost immediately" on the television out by the pool. BESSENT BLAMES LEFT'S POLITICAL 'VENOM' FOR VIOLENCE AFTER DEADLY MAR-A-LAGO INCIDENT She said she saw it nearly in real-time, and her immediate reaction was to turn her children away, in a moment she described as "incredibly difficult." She shared that she knew her father was OK as he exited the stage with the Secret Service. "I just knew that, like it wasn't his time," she said. "So I was horrified, and I was scared. I was protective of my children, but I also didn't believe that the worst possible outcome transpired. Thank God." She revealed she saw her father that evening when he arrived home from the hospital back to Bedminster. Ivanka paused and reflected on the profound realization of that experience, "You can't take things for granted in life." ATTEMPTED TRUMP ASSASSIN RYAN ROUTH IS SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON, PLUS 7 YEARS Along with the assassination attempt, Ivanka noted when her mother, Ivana, passed away "prematurely" and when her husband, Jared Kushner, had a cancer scare. All of those moments, she said, reminded her of how precious life is. "All of these challenges that remind you how finite and how precious every moment of this life we live are, make you realize you just can't take anything for granted," Ivanka said. "As you move through them, and God willing, you are able to, and we were so fortunate that day that this was a failed attempt to take his life, not a realized one, you recommit to love and connection and to a recognition of how short our time here on this Earth is and how you got to value it." Bartlett noted that Ivanka’s experience is largely unrelatable, as most people cannot understand what it’s like to have others wish death on a parent. "I wonder how that doesn't make you negative to the world?" he asked. "Because I don't allow it to," she responded. "Even for the person that shot at your father?" he followed up. "There's a lot of sickness there, and I think that forgiveness is a difficult thing in this regard," she said. IVANKA TRUMP SHARES BOOKS THAT "SHAPED" HER IN 2025, FROM TOP NOVELS TO ANCIENT WISDOM Ivanka added, "His living was a blessing, so I could look at what happened and be rightfully traumatized by the experience and nobody could really argue with that, but you have to move through it and on the opposite side of that is the fact that he is – that he didn't die, that he is with us today. That my father is alive, and that is an extraordinary blessing for me as his daughter. In life you have a choice, only in how you respond." Ivanka said she is choosing gratitude because her father survived. Although Ivanka acknowledged "it wasn't the easiest thing" to see the moment replayed on the news. She said her father surviving the attempt was a "miracle" and a "blessing" and she chooses to focus on that. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92aa8d8d5dabda39444ce Ivanka Trump recalls the moment her father was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania te 2026-04-10T16:51:52.372Z Ivanka Trump recalls the moment her father was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania Ivanka Trump recalled the moment her father was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania, and the profound impact it had on her in a candid conversation on "The Diary of a CEO" podcast that was released Wednesday.  Podcast host Steven Bartlett asked Ivanka where she was when she found out there was an assassination attempt against her father. She shared that she was in Bedminster, N.J., and heard "a lot of commotion." The first daughter recalled seeing it "almost immediately" on the television out by the pool. BESSENT BLAMES LEFT'S POLITICAL 'VENOM' FOR VIOLENCE AFTER DEADLY MAR-A-LAGO INCIDENT She said she saw it nearly in real-time, and her immediate reaction was to turn her children away, in a moment she described as "incredibly difficult." She shared that she knew her father was OK as he exited the stage with the Secret Service. "I just knew that, like it wasn't his time," she said. "So I was horrified, and I was scared. I was protective of my children, but I also didn't believe that the worst possible outcome transpired. Thank God." She revealed she saw her father that evening when he arrived home from the hospital back to Bedminster. Ivanka paused and reflected on the profound realization of that experience, "You can't take things for granted in life." ATTEMPTED TRUMP ASSASSIN RYAN ROUTH IS SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON, PLUS 7 YEARS Along with the assassination attempt, Ivanka noted when her mother, Ivana, passed away "prematurely" and when her husband, Jared Kushner, had a cancer scare. All of those moments, she said, reminded her of how precious life is. "All of these challenges that remind you how finite and how precious every moment of this life we live are, make you realize you just can't take anything for granted," Ivanka said. "As you move through them, and God willing, you are able to, and we were so fortunate that day that this was a failed attempt to take his life, not a realized one, you recommit to love and connection and to a recognition of how short our time here on this Earth is and how you got to value it." Bartlett noted that Ivanka’s experience is largely unrelatable, as most people cannot understand what it’s like to have others wish death on a parent. "I wonder how that doesn't make you negative to the world?" he asked. "Because I don't allow it to," she responded. "Even for the person that shot at your father?" he followed up. "There's a lot of sickness there, and I think that forgiveness is a difficult thing in this regard," she said. IVANKA TRUMP SHARES BOOKS THAT "SHAPED" HER IN 2025, FROM TOP NOVELS TO ANCIENT WISDOM Ivanka added, "His living was a blessing, so I could look at what happened and be rightfully traumatized by the experience and nobody could really argue with that, but you have to move through it and on the opposite side of that is the fact that he is – that he didn't die, that he is with us today. That my father is alive, and that is an extraordinary blessing for me as his daughter. In life you have a choice, only in how you respond." Ivanka said she is choosing gratitude because her father survived. Although Ivanka acknowledged "it wasn't the easiest thing" to see the moment replayed on the news. She said her father surviving the attempt was a "miracle" and a "blessing" and she chooses to focus on that. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92aa1d8d5dabda39444c5 Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor te 2026-04-10T16:51:45.720Z Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor Israel Flores Ortiz, an 18-year-old illegal immigrant accused of groping more than a dozen high-school girls in Fairfax County, Virginia, was found guilty on nine counts Thursday. The guilty verdict came after critics of Soros-funded Democratic Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano accused him of flubbing the case by not subpoenaing witnesses until the day before.  After an all-day hearing in which a dozen victims testified, a judge found Flores Ortiz guilty of nine misdemeanor counts of assault and battery and not guilty of three other counts, reported local outlet WUSA9. One charge was thrown out by the judge, according to WJLA reporter Nick Minock.  Flores Ortiz, 18, was facing 13 counts of assault and battery for allegedly inappropriately touching female classmates at a Fairfax County, Virginia, school, according to police.  Flores Ortiz is an illegal immigrant from El Salvador who was released into the U.S. under the Biden administration in 2024, according to the Department of Homeland Security. He was attending 11th grade.  ‘VIRGINIA FATHER’ CHARGED WITH MURDERING INFANT DAUGHTER IS ILLEGAL ALIEN, SAYS DHS Local police were alerted March 5 by Fairfax High School about reports of multiple assaults on campus. An arrest warrant was issued, and Flores Ortiz turned himself in March 7. His sentencing is set for April 21.  During the hearing, Sean Kennedy, president of Virginians for Safe Communities, accused Descano of intentional "incompetence" and of reducing the charges so that it would be harder to deport Flores Ortiz. Descano's entry into political office was propelled by a massive $627,653 donation from the Soros family's Justice and Public Safety PAC which made up roughly 70 percent of his 2019 campaign budget.  "DESCANO DOES IT AGAIN(,) Fairfax HS illegal alien groping case collapsing TODAY because FFX Soros DA Steve Descano only subpoenaed victims & witnesses yesterday!" Kennedy wrote on X Thursday. "This IS NOT incompetence—it’s intentional."  A spokesperson for Descano's office called Kennedy's claims "blatantly untrue" and clarified that charges are set by a magistrate, not the commonwealth attorney. She also said that subpoenas were sent weeks in advance with "some additional subpoenas" being sent closer to the trial. After the hearing, Kennedy, who was present in court during the hearing, told Fox News Digital that Descano’s office "deserves no credit for this verdict — a Pyrrhic victory as it is."  "First, Descano undercharged the illegal alien groper with simple assault and battery instead of sexual battery which would have entailed registering as a sex offender or the more serious charge of aggravated sexual battery carrying a felony sentence of 20 years," he said. "Then, Descano sought to release the offender on bail which the judge rightly rejected. Next, prosecutors sent out the witness and victims subpoenas only the day before — imperiling the case altogether."  Despite this, he credited the guilty verdict to the victims, saying, "the girls showed up in force and forced Descano to try the case." "Disgustingly, Descano’s chief deputy diminished Flores Ortiz’s sexual assaults as ‘grabbing butts’ in her opening statement supposedly advocating on behalf of victims after having tried to block the media from covering the case," he said. "This victory belongs entirely to the courageous and relentless victims who got themselves a modicum of justice." "Fortunately," he concluded, "despite the likely light sentence Flores Ortiz will get ICE will provide him with free transportation home to El Salvador."  WATCH: ICE IMPERSONATOR BRUTALLY BEATEN BY STREET MOB, DHS SAYS MAN NOT ASSOCIATED WITH AGENCY In response, Descano told Fox News Digital, "Today, my office went to trial on all 13 assault charges, giving each victim the opportunity to share their experiences with the court. After listening to the testimony and reviewing other evidence, the judge ultimately convicted the defendant of nine of those charges." Descano shared, "I was concerned when I learned of the defendant’s pattern of assault against minors in school – a place where all children should feel safe." He added, "I’d like to extend my appreciation to all the victims for their bravery in sharing their testimony publicly, which is always a daunting task, but was made even more so in the face of the significant attention on this case." Additionally, Laura Birnbaum, a spokesperson for Descano’s office, dismissed Kennedy as "a political hack who regularly lies about Fairfax cases."  Birnbaum added that, "Each of the claims here are blatantly untrue." She clarified that charges in Virginia are set by a magistrate, saying, "Our office was not involved in determining them" and "any claims that we downplayed the facts reflect a lack of understanding of the Virginia legal system."  Birnbaum further stated that prosecutors "have never requested to release" Flores Ortiz and that the case "was never ‘in peril.’" According to Birnbaum, subpoenas were sent weeks ago, while "some additional subpoenas were sent closer to trial, and all of the people who received them came to court."  She asserted that "It's clear that Sean Kennedy will find any excuse to criticize our office, including making up facts when the facts don't fit his narrative."  This comes as Fairfax County, Virginia's most populous county and a major suburb of Washington, D.C., is facing increased national scrutiny for a spate of crimes and violence by criminal illegal immigrants. The Trump administration has appealed to the county's Democratic leadership, as well as new Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger, to not release illegal immigrants being charged with serious crimes. During the hearing, the Department of Homeland Security revealed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were prepared to arrest Flores Ortiz for deportation if he was released Thursday.  "If Fairfax County’s sanctuary politicians choose to release this predator back into our communities, (ICE) stands ready to take him into custody and deport this sexual deviant," DHS posted on X.  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said a detainer has been filed and that he could face removal from the country. CHILD OF CHINESE ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS CHARGED WITH PLANTING EXPLOSIVE AT US MILITARY BASE Virginia parents expressed disgust, frustration and fear about Fairfax High School’s handling of complaints alleging Flores Ortiz groped several girls from behind on school grounds. Parent Stacy Langton told Fox News Digital recently, that "it's terrifying as a parent, because when I send my daughters to school, I think they're safe in the care of the school." "And in this case, they absolutely were not safe, and I don't know what parent wouldn't be completely distraught at the idea that their daughters could be getting sexually battered while they're changing classes," Langton said. Fox News Digital reached out to Descano's office for comment. Public defenders representing Flores Ortiz declined to comment, citing the case having not yet concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a94d8d5dabda39444bc Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor te 2026-04-10T16:51:32.975Z Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor Israel Flores Ortiz, an 18-year-old illegal immigrant accused of groping more than a dozen high-school girls in Fairfax County, Virginia, was found guilty on nine counts Thursday. The guilty verdict came after critics of Soros-funded Democratic Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano accused him of flubbing the case by not subpoenaing witnesses until the day before.  After an all-day hearing in which a dozen victims testified, a judge found Flores Ortiz guilty of nine misdemeanor counts of assault and battery and not guilty of three other counts, reported local outlet WUSA9. One charge was thrown out by the judge, according to WJLA reporter Nick Minock.  Flores Ortiz, 18, was facing 13 counts of assault and battery for allegedly inappropriately touching female classmates at a Fairfax County, Virginia, school, according to police.  Flores Ortiz is an illegal immigrant from El Salvador who was released into the U.S. under the Biden administration in 2024, according to the Department of Homeland Security. He was attending 11th grade.  ‘VIRGINIA FATHER’ CHARGED WITH MURDERING INFANT DAUGHTER IS ILLEGAL ALIEN, SAYS DHS Local police were alerted March 5 by Fairfax High School about reports of multiple assaults on campus. An arrest warrant was issued, and Flores Ortiz turned himself in March 7. His sentencing is set for April 21.  During the hearing, Sean Kennedy, president of Virginians for Safe Communities, accused Descano of intentional "incompetence" and of reducing the charges so that it would be harder to deport Flores Ortiz. Descano's entry into political office was propelled by a massive $627,653 donation from the Soros family's Justice and Public Safety PAC which made up roughly 70 percent of his 2019 campaign budget.  "DESCANO DOES IT AGAIN(,) Fairfax HS illegal alien groping case collapsing TODAY because FFX Soros DA Steve Descano only subpoenaed victims & witnesses yesterday!" Kennedy wrote on X Thursday. "This IS NOT incompetence—it’s intentional."  A spokesperson for Descano's office called Kennedy's claims "blatantly untrue" and clarified that charges are set by a magistrate, not the commonwealth attorney. She also said that subpoenas were sent weeks in advance with "some additional subpoenas" being sent closer to the trial. After the hearing, Kennedy, who was present in court during the hearing, told Fox News Digital that Descano’s office "deserves no credit for this verdict — a Pyrrhic victory as it is."  "First, Descano undercharged the illegal alien groper with simple assault and battery instead of sexual battery which would have entailed registering as a sex offender or the more serious charge of aggravated sexual battery carrying a felony sentence of 20 years," he said. "Then, Descano sought to release the offender on bail which the judge rightly rejected. Next, prosecutors sent out the witness and victims subpoenas only the day before — imperiling the case altogether."  Despite this, he credited the guilty verdict to the victims, saying, "the girls showed up in force and forced Descano to try the case." "Disgustingly, Descano’s chief deputy diminished Flores Ortiz’s sexual assaults as ‘grabbing butts’ in her opening statement supposedly advocating on behalf of victims after having tried to block the media from covering the case," he said. "This victory belongs entirely to the courageous and relentless victims who got themselves a modicum of justice." "Fortunately," he concluded, "despite the likely light sentence Flores Ortiz will get ICE will provide him with free transportation home to El Salvador."  WATCH: ICE IMPERSONATOR BRUTALLY BEATEN BY STREET MOB, DHS SAYS MAN NOT ASSOCIATED WITH AGENCY In response, Descano told Fox News Digital, "Today, my office went to trial on all 13 assault charges, giving each victim the opportunity to share their experiences with the court. After listening to the testimony and reviewing other evidence, the judge ultimately convicted the defendant of nine of those charges." Descano shared, "I was concerned when I learned of the defendant’s pattern of assault against minors in school – a place where all children should feel safe." He added, "I’d like to extend my appreciation to all the victims for their bravery in sharing their testimony publicly, which is always a daunting task, but was made even more so in the face of the significant attention on this case." Additionally, Laura Birnbaum, a spokesperson for Descano’s office, dismissed Kennedy as "a political hack who regularly lies about Fairfax cases."  Birnbaum added that, "Each of the claims here are blatantly untrue." She clarified that charges in Virginia are set by a magistrate, saying, "Our office was not involved in determining them" and "any claims that we downplayed the facts reflect a lack of understanding of the Virginia legal system."  Birnbaum further stated that prosecutors "have never requested to release" Flores Ortiz and that the case "was never ‘in peril.’" According to Birnbaum, subpoenas were sent weeks ago, while "some additional subpoenas were sent closer to trial, and all of the people who received them came to court."  She asserted that "It's clear that Sean Kennedy will find any excuse to criticize our office, including making up facts when the facts don't fit his narrative."  This comes as Fairfax County, Virginia's most populous county and a major suburb of Washington, D.C., is facing increased national scrutiny for a spate of crimes and violence by criminal illegal immigrants. The Trump administration has appealed to the county's Democratic leadership, as well as new Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger, to not release illegal immigrants being charged with serious crimes. During the hearing, the Department of Homeland Security revealed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were prepared to arrest Flores Ortiz for deportation if he was released Thursday.  "If Fairfax County’s sanctuary politicians choose to release this predator back into our communities, (ICE) stands ready to take him into custody and deport this sexual deviant," DHS posted on X.  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said a detainer has been filed and that he could face removal from the country. CHILD OF CHINESE ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS CHARGED WITH PLANTING EXPLOSIVE AT US MILITARY BASE Virginia parents expressed disgust, frustration and fear about Fairfax High School’s handling of complaints alleging Flores Ortiz groped several girls from behind on school grounds. Parent Stacy Langton told Fox News Digital recently, that "it's terrifying as a parent, because when I send my daughters to school, I think they're safe in the care of the school." "And in this case, they absolutely were not safe, and I don't know what parent wouldn't be completely distraught at the idea that their daughters could be getting sexually battered while they're changing classes," Langton said. Fox News Digital reached out to Descano's office for comment. Public defenders representing Flores Ortiz declined to comment, citing the case having not yet concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a8ed8d5dabda39444b3 Dems dodge on Trump removal as party weighs 25th Amendment move te 2026-04-10T16:51:26.023Z Dems dodge on Trump removal as party weighs 25th Amendment move House Democrats are weighing a long-shot scenario to remove President Donald Trump using the 25th Amendment but are declining to say whether they’ll act before the November midterm elections. House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin, D-Md., will brief congressional Democrats Friday afternoon on the constitutional mechanism that would rely heavily on Trump’s Cabinet agreeing to push him out of office. The 25th Amendment has never been used before to involuntarily remove a president and is effectively moot without widespread Republican buy-in. But a bevy of House Democrats have embraced that scenario following the president’s escalating conflict with Iran. "Donald Trump’s deranged threat to destroy ‘a whole civilization’ in Iran is a threat to commit war crimes and genocide," Raskin wrote on social media Tuesday. "Republicans in Congress must prevail upon Vice President Vance, now campaigning for Putin’s puppet Viktor Orban in Hungary, to return to the U.S. and invoke Section 4 of the 25th Amendment." MASSIE-LED PUSH TO HANDCUFF TRUMP ON IRAN GETS JEFFRIES' BACKING "The 25th Amendment should be invoked to spare our country and the world from his increasingly unhinged behavior," Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., a member of the Judiciary Committee, also said Tuesday.  Dozens of House Democrats have continued to press for the president’s ouster despite the announcement of a two-week ceasefire. "All options should be on the table," Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., said Thursday. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., has offered support for the briefing and ongoing discussions about the president’s removal, saying Democrats are considering a "range of accountability mechanisms." The lead Democrat, however, has remained ambiguous about his personal views despite signaling that all options remain on the table. That is largely in keeping with Jeffries' efforts over the past year to keep the focus away from impeachment talk while leaning into policy fights over health care costs, tariffs and immigration enforcement.  Fox News Digital reached out to members of House Democratic leadership but did not receive a response before publication. A spokesperson for the House Judiciary Committee declined to comment on the 25th Amendment briefing.  LONGTIME TRUMP CRITIC REVEALS WHY SHE THINKS HIS IRAN ACTIONS ARE WRONG, WARNS IT'S A 'MUCH BIGGER WAR' Jeffries largely sidestepped a question Thursday regarding why Democrats are having conversations about removing Trump during a news conference in New York City. "We have a responsibility as a separate and co-equal branch of government to defend the American people, and we want to be able to do it in an informed way," Jeffries said before pivoting to criticizing Republicans over the cost of living. "We've ruled nothing out, and we've ruled nothing in," Jeffries told MS NOW when asked about whether he thought the 25th Amendment should be invoked. In both appearances, Jeffries did not acknowledge that Democrats, who are effectively powerless in Washington, lack the numbers to successfully push impeachment or constitutional mechanisms to oust Trump.  In the 25th Amendment scenario, the power rests with Vice President JD Vance and Trump’s Cabinet, who would have to agree the president is unfit to serve. Assuming Trump were to challenge that decision, two-thirds of the House and Senate — meaning a significant number of Republicans in Congress — would have to vote in support of that judgment. At present, Democrats also have a math problem when it comes to impeachment and conviction, which requires a two-thirds majority in the Senate. Congressional Democrats failed twice to convict Trump in his first term. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a81d8d5dabda39444aa Dems dodge on Trump removal as party weighs 25th Amendment move te 2026-04-10T16:51:13.519Z Dems dodge on Trump removal as party weighs 25th Amendment move House Democrats are weighing a long-shot scenario to remove President Donald Trump using the 25th Amendment but are declining to say whether they’ll act before the November midterm elections. House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin, D-Md., will brief congressional Democrats Friday afternoon on the constitutional mechanism that would rely heavily on Trump’s Cabinet agreeing to push him out of office. The 25th Amendment has never been used before to involuntarily remove a president and is effectively moot without widespread Republican buy-in. But a bevy of House Democrats have embraced that scenario following the president’s escalating conflict with Iran. "Donald Trump’s deranged threat to destroy ‘a whole civilization’ in Iran is a threat to commit war crimes and genocide," Raskin wrote on social media Tuesday. "Republicans in Congress must prevail upon Vice President Vance, now campaigning for Putin’s puppet Viktor Orban in Hungary, to return to the U.S. and invoke Section 4 of the 25th Amendment." MASSIE-LED PUSH TO HANDCUFF TRUMP ON IRAN GETS JEFFRIES' BACKING "The 25th Amendment should be invoked to spare our country and the world from his increasingly unhinged behavior," Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., a member of the Judiciary Committee, also said Tuesday.  Dozens of House Democrats have continued to press for the president’s ouster despite the announcement of a two-week ceasefire. "All options should be on the table," Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., said Thursday. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., has offered support for the briefing and ongoing discussions about the president’s removal, saying Democrats are considering a "range of accountability mechanisms." The lead Democrat, however, has remained ambiguous about his personal views despite signaling that all options remain on the table. That is largely in keeping with Jeffries' efforts over the past year to keep the focus away from impeachment talk while leaning into policy fights over health care costs, tariffs and immigration enforcement.  Fox News Digital reached out to members of House Democratic leadership but did not receive a response before publication. A spokesperson for the House Judiciary Committee declined to comment on the 25th Amendment briefing.  LONGTIME TRUMP CRITIC REVEALS WHY SHE THINKS HIS IRAN ACTIONS ARE WRONG, WARNS IT'S A 'MUCH BIGGER WAR' Jeffries largely sidestepped a question Thursday regarding why Democrats are having conversations about removing Trump during a news conference in New York City. "We have a responsibility as a separate and co-equal branch of government to defend the American people, and we want to be able to do it in an informed way," Jeffries said before pivoting to criticizing Republicans over the cost of living. "We've ruled nothing out, and we've ruled nothing in," Jeffries told MS NOW when asked about whether he thought the 25th Amendment should be invoked. In both appearances, Jeffries did not acknowledge that Democrats, who are effectively powerless in Washington, lack the numbers to successfully push impeachment or constitutional mechanisms to oust Trump.  In the 25th Amendment scenario, the power rests with Vice President JD Vance and Trump’s Cabinet, who would have to agree the president is unfit to serve. Assuming Trump were to challenge that decision, two-thirds of the House and Senate — meaning a significant number of Republicans in Congress — would have to vote in support of that judgment. At present, Democrats also have a math problem when it comes to impeachment and conviction, which requires a two-thirds majority in the Senate. Congressional Democrats failed twice to convict Trump in his first term. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a7ad8d5dabda39444a1 Fox News AI Newsletter: Lowe's $250M bet on blue-collar jobs that AI can't do te 2026-04-10T16:51:06.424Z Fox News AI Newsletter: Lowe's $250M bet on blue-collar jobs that AI can't do IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER: - Lowe's CEO warns AI can't climb a ladder as company makes $250M bet on blue-collar future - Wisconsin town becomes first in nation to pass referendum restricting AI data center development - Amazon rebuilding customer shopping experience around AI from ground up HAMMERING IT HOME: Lowe's CEO warns AI can't climb a ladder as company makes $250M bet on blue-collar future – The CEO of Lowe's highlighted the physical limitations of artificial intelligence, noting that AI "can't climb a ladder," while simultaneously announcing the home improvement company's massive $250 million investment focused on the future of blue-collar work. CITIZENS FIGHT BACK: Wisconsin town becomes first in nation to pass referendum restricting AI data center development – A local community in Wisconsin became the first in the nation to pass a referendum designed to restrict the development of massive artificial intelligence data centers in their area. CLEAN SHEET: Amazon disrupting itself, rebuilding customer shopping experience around AI from ground up – Tech giant Amazon is intentionally disrupting its own established e-commerce models by rebuilding the entire customer shopping experience from the ground up to center around advanced artificial intelligence technologies. SECURITY DISPUTE: Federal appeals court rejects Anthropic bid to block Pentagon blacklist in AI dispute – A federal appeals court denied a bid by artificial intelligence company Anthropic to block a Pentagon blacklist amid an ongoing legal dispute regarding defense contracting and AI technology. WHAT'S AT STAKE: OPINION: Chad Wolf: China's AI mockery shows fight for America is underway – Former acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf argues in a Fox News Digital op-ed that China's mockery in the artificial intelligence space is a clear indicator that the high-stakes fight for America's future is already actively underway. ENEMY WITHIN: OPINION: We could win AI war, still lose all our freedoms if we aren't careful – A newly published opinion essay from Fox News Digital explores the complex geopolitical and domestic threats surrounding artificial intelligence, cautioning that the United States could successfully win the global AI arms race but still risk losing fundamental freedoms if careful guardrails are not implemented. REVOLUTIONARY MOMENT: Hollywood titan believes AI is a revolutionary moment reshaping industries – A prominent Hollywood titan expressed strong convictions regarding artificial intelligence, characterizing the technology's rapid advancement as a revolutionary moment that is fundamentally reshaping the entertainment industry and beyond. BOT DOC: AI chatbots refilling psych meds sparks debate – If you have ever waited weeks just to renew a mental health prescription, you already know how frustrating the system can feel. Now imagine handling that refill through a chatbot instead of a doctor. FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram YouTube X LinkedIn SIGN UP FOR OUR OTHER NEWSLETTERS Fox News First Fox News Opinion Fox News Lifestyle Fox News Health DOWNLOAD OUR APPS Fox Business Fox Weather TRUMP UNVEILS NATIONAL AI POLICY FRAMEWORK Fox Sports Tubi WATCH FOX NEWS ONLINE Fox News Go STREAM FOX NATION CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP Fox Nation Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future with Fox News here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a6ed8d5dabda3944498 Fox News AI Newsletter: Lowe's $250M bet on blue-collar jobs that AI can't do te 2026-04-10T16:50:54.063Z Fox News AI Newsletter: Lowe's $250M bet on blue-collar jobs that AI can't do IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER: - Lowe's CEO warns AI can't climb a ladder as company makes $250M bet on blue-collar future - Wisconsin town becomes first in nation to pass referendum restricting AI data center development - Amazon rebuilding customer shopping experience around AI from ground up HAMMERING IT HOME: Lowe's CEO warns AI can't climb a ladder as company makes $250M bet on blue-collar future – The CEO of Lowe's highlighted the physical limitations of artificial intelligence, noting that AI "can't climb a ladder," while simultaneously announcing the home improvement company's massive $250 million investment focused on the future of blue-collar work. CITIZENS FIGHT BACK: Wisconsin town becomes first in nation to pass referendum restricting AI data center development – A local community in Wisconsin became the first in the nation to pass a referendum designed to restrict the development of massive artificial intelligence data centers in their area. CLEAN SHEET: Amazon disrupting itself, rebuilding customer shopping experience around AI from ground up – Tech giant Amazon is intentionally disrupting its own established e-commerce models by rebuilding the entire customer shopping experience from the ground up to center around advanced artificial intelligence technologies. SECURITY DISPUTE: Federal appeals court rejects Anthropic bid to block Pentagon blacklist in AI dispute – A federal appeals court denied a bid by artificial intelligence company Anthropic to block a Pentagon blacklist amid an ongoing legal dispute regarding defense contracting and AI technology. WHAT'S AT STAKE: OPINION: Chad Wolf: China's AI mockery shows fight for America is underway – Former acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf argues in a Fox News Digital op-ed that China's mockery in the artificial intelligence space is a clear indicator that the high-stakes fight for America's future is already actively underway. ENEMY WITHIN: OPINION: We could win AI war, still lose all our freedoms if we aren't careful – A newly published opinion essay from Fox News Digital explores the complex geopolitical and domestic threats surrounding artificial intelligence, cautioning that the United States could successfully win the global AI arms race but still risk losing fundamental freedoms if careful guardrails are not implemented. REVOLUTIONARY MOMENT: Hollywood titan believes AI is a revolutionary moment reshaping industries – A prominent Hollywood titan expressed strong convictions regarding artificial intelligence, characterizing the technology's rapid advancement as a revolutionary moment that is fundamentally reshaping the entertainment industry and beyond. BOT DOC: AI chatbots refilling psych meds sparks debate – If you have ever waited weeks just to renew a mental health prescription, you already know how frustrating the system can feel. Now imagine handling that refill through a chatbot instead of a doctor. FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram YouTube X LinkedIn SIGN UP FOR OUR OTHER NEWSLETTERS Fox News First Fox News Opinion Fox News Lifestyle Fox News Health DOWNLOAD OUR APPS Fox Business Fox Weather TRUMP UNVEILS NATIONAL AI POLICY FRAMEWORK Fox Sports Tubi WATCH FOX NEWS ONLINE Fox News Go STREAM FOX NATION CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP Fox Nation Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future with Fox News here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a5ad8d5dabda3944478 'Euphoria' star Sydney Sweeney gets major James Bond endorsement from top Hollywood director te 2026-04-10T16:50:34.192Z 'Euphoria' star Sydney Sweeney gets major James Bond endorsement from top Hollywood director Sydney Sweeney’s rumored connection to the James Bond franchise is doing more than fueling fan chatter — it’s reinforcing her reputation as one of Hollywood’s most bankable rising stars. A link to 007, even as a rumor, would "bring a notable level of prestige" to Sweeney's evolving brand after "The Housemaid" director Paul Feig backed the blonde bombshell for the iconic role. "I’d rather Sydney be the next Bond," Feig said, according to The Sun. "There have been some cool Bond girls, but come on, let her be the super-spy, she’s great." A link to the iconic James Bond franchise might elevate Sweeney's status from an "it girl" to a global brand, branding experts told Fox News Digital. SYDNEY SWEENEY REFUSES TO BE HOLLYWOOD'S POLITICAL 'PAWN' AMID MAGA BARBIE LABELING "Ms. Sweeney has already 'arrived' and has had a sustained level of relevancy for at least three years," Ryan McCormick, reputation management expert and managing partner at Goldman McCormick PR, explained. "On the contrary, I think that the Bond series would benefit more from Sweeney than vice versa. Her role would likely draw core fans as well as a curious public to see if she has the potential to display a versatility in acting that we haven't seen yet." As talk of a potential shakeup in the James Bond franchise hit the internet, one industry expert drew a sharp line between two of its most recognizable roles. A crisis and reputation management expert argued the "Bond Girl" role has historically limited careers, while being cast as James Bond himself could redefine a career entirely. "There’s a huge distinction between being Bond and being a 'Bond Girl,'" Dave Quast, president of EDQ Strategies, told Fox News Digital. "The latter has historically boxed-in and typecast some actresses, but stepping into the role of Bond itself would be far more iconic and career-defining. If she were cast as Bond, it would elevate her profile significantly rather than limit it." SYDNEY SWEENEY CHANNELS VIXENS MARILYN MONROE, PAMELA ANDERSON AS AMERICAN EAGLE STOCK SOARS While a rumored connection puts Sweeney in a different tier of conversation, Quast told Fox News Digital that the rumor doesn't automatically elevate the "Euphoria" star into a "fully realized global brand." "That kind of shift doesn’t happen on speculation — it takes actually landing the role and delivering, and avoiding, going forward, the kind of polarizing domestic political controversies that can quickly become reputational liabilities," he explained. Still, Quast said the real upside may lie less in the speculation itself and more in the signal it sends about Sweeney’s standing in the industry. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "There’s very little downside to being publicly tied to a legendary franchise like Bond," he said. "It signals that she’s being considered at the highest level, and given some recent image challenges she's brought on herself, simply being part of that conversation helps reinforce her relevance and momentum." Long before Bond rumors, Sweeney was already building a business empire — suggesting her rise isn’t dependent on any single role. Sweeney launched her lingerie brand, SYRN, in January 2026. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The launch leaned heavily on Sweeney's personal brand and viral marketing fueled by the actress' Instagram persona. Prior to her foray into the celebrity lingerie market, Sweeney partnered with American Eagle for a jeans campaign. "Sydney's lingerie line and successful American Eagle Outfitters campaign (which added an estimated $400 million in market value and helped the stock surge over 170%)," said McCormick, "are just two examples that show that she is more than just an 'it girl.'" So, what happens next? "If Miss Sweeney can land the Bond franchise and her particular film achieves commercial success and critical acclaim, it will take her career to a different level," McCormick explained. "Ms. Sweeney's stock is rising because she's seen as a safe bet." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a4cd8d5dabda3944447 Stalking victim sues OpenAI, claims ChatGPT fueled her abuser’s delusions and ignored her warnings te 2026-04-10T16:50:20.877Z Stalking victim sues OpenAI, claims ChatGPT fueled her abuser’s delusions and ignored her warnings OpenAI ignored three warnings that a ChatGPT user was dangerous — including its own mass casualty flag — while he stalked and harassed his ex-girlfriend, a new lawsuit alleges. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a46d8d5dabda394443e 'FOX & Friends' launches cross-country road trip to celebrate America250 where one lucky fan will win RV te 2026-04-10T16:50:14.508Z 'FOX & Friends' launches cross-country road trip to celebrate America250 where one lucky fan will win RV "FOX & Friends" is going on a "For All America" cross-country road trip in a Camping World RV to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, and fans will have a chance to win the RV for themselves. The Fox News Channel morning show will broadcast live from six locations starting in Houston, Texas, on April 24. Viewers must register for their chance to attend the live broadcast, where one lucky fan will be randomly selected and receive a key. Fans can register for a chance to win at CamperGiveaway2026.com. Finalists will win a trip to New York City on July 3 for a chance to win the Camping World Freedom Traveler RV. TRUMP LAUNCHES MASSIVE ‘FREEDOM 250’ PUSH TO IGNITE AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION During the live show on Friday, July 3, each finalist will see if their key unlocks the RV, and the key that successfully unlocks it will be the winner of the "For All America" camper giveaway. The Camper RV will be delivered to the winner after the event and includes a tax assistance bonus to cover the tax obligations associated with the vehicle's value. Camping World is America's No. 1 RV company with more than 200 locations nationwide, in nearly every state. RVs allow Americans to skip long airport lines and travel at their own pace, and for many there is no better way to experience the country than by hitting the road and exploring the nation's iconic sites. AMERICA 250 ORGANIZERS UNVEIL SWEEPING PLANS FOR THE COUNTRY'S HISTORIC BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a32d8d5dabda394442e WILL CHAMBERLAIN: 'Maryland Dad' is perfect example of why Rep Salazar's amnesty scam must fail te 2026-04-10T16:49:54.885Z WILL CHAMBERLAIN: 'Maryland Dad' is perfect example of why Rep Salazar's amnesty scam must fail Rep. Maria Salazar keeps insisting her DIGNIDAD Act isn’t amnesty; that it merely grants "dignity" to long-term illegal immigrants who play by the new rules she wrote. Mierda. Her bill is a backdoor path to citizenship for millions of people who broke our laws to get here. Congress should kill it outright, and every Republican co-sponsor should pull their name off it and apologize to their constituents. To demonstrate how ridiculous her bill is, let’s apply it to the "Maryland Father," Kilmar Abrego Garcia. He’s the illegal alien from El Salvador who came here in 2011 when he was 16. Law enforcement has tied him to MS-13. His wife accused him of beating her. He was caught on a police bodycam ferrying other illegals up from Texas to Maryland. Yet under Salazar’s bill, he checks every box for the "Dreamer" track that leads straight to a green card and then citizenship. A future Democrat administration could just process the paperwork. The bill treats him as eligible for citizenship because he entered as a minor 15 years ago. Never mind that he left and was removed — he gets an exception to the continuous-presence requirement. You would think that his ties to MS-13 would exclude him, and the bill does say that gang members are barred if they "voluntarily participated in offenses committed by a criminal street gang." But turn the page and Salazar’s bill quietly guts the rule: federal authorities would be explicitly forbidden from using state or federal gang databases to prove anyone is a gang member. Not allegations from the FBI’s gang files. Not state gang task force records. Nothing. They apparently would need a full criminal conviction for gang activity — which would already make the person inadmissible on ordinary felony grounds. It’s the kind of provision that makes you wonder if Maria Salazar thinks we’re all stupid. Domestic violence? The bill doesn’t count mere allegations or even police reports. It requires a conviction, which in Abrego Garcia’s case doesn’t exist. And even then, Abrego Garcia could argue he was himself a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or trafficking and get a waiver. Human smuggling? The Secretary of Homeland Security could choose to waive that disqualification for "humanitarian purposes, family unity, or because the waiver is otherwise in the public interest." That’s a loophole the size of the van that Abrego Garcia used to traffic migrants. DEM SENATORS DODGE CRUCIAL QUESTION ON ILLEGAL ALIEN ACCUSED OF KILLING CHICAGO COLLEGE STUDENT All he would have to do on top of that is enroll in some "education program" that helps him get a GED or a technical credential. After meeting a work or education requirement for a few years, he would qualify for lawful permanent residence. From there, it’s smooth sailing to citizenship. Tell me again how this isn’t amnesty. And Abrego Garcia’s case is just one example of how terrible the act would be; it’s even worse when you consider the scale. Salazar’s DIGNITY Program would give deferred action and work permits to millions more who’ve been here since late 2020, complete with a path to renewable "Dignity Status." This is exactly the opposite of what voters demanded in 2024. Americans elected a Republican Congress and a president who promised mass deportations. Instead, some Republicans are inexplicably lining up behind a Florida congresswoman’s bill that would let wife-beating MS-13 associates stay and eventually vote. The co-sponsors, especially the ones in safe red districts who should know better, need to own this. Withdraw your support. Kill the bill. Do not let it come to the floor. The rule of law isn’t optional. We already have a legal immigration system. People wait years, pay thousands, and follow the rules. Handing the same benefits to people who jumped the line, joined gangs, beat their spouses, or trafficked others is a middle finger to every American who obeys the law and every legal immigrant who did it the right way. There is no fixing this bill. It needs to die. Every Republican co-sponsor should publicly withdraw support today. If they won’t, primary voters should vote them out in 2026. The American people did not send them to Washington to vote for amnesty. They should remember that. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM WILL CHAMBERLAIN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a1fd8d5dabda3944425 David Spade wonders if Hollywood can recover its movie industry as people flee Los Angeles te 2026-04-10T16:49:35.080Z David Spade wonders if Hollywood can recover its movie industry as people flee Los Angeles Podcasters David Spade and Dana Carvey spoke with comedian Tim Dillon on Wednesday about the decline of the entertainment industry in California as many people and projects flee the state. "How about the movie industry? Is it coming back?" Spade said, recalling how he "got in trouble" for similar comments about the decline of Hollywood.  During a previous episode of his podcast, "Fly on the Wall," which he co-hosts with Carvey, the "Saturday Night Live" alum said that "the Hollywood industry is dying" and he's "just trying to put the blame somewhere." "I wasn't really mad at Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass, I was just saying, ‘Could we make it a slightly more of a priority? I don't know what we're spending the money on that's flowing in, because it's a lot flowing in, but it goes out so quickly. I want to sort of reserve a little piece of the pie to like focus, like let's try to get this back,’" Spade said. "That's all." JOE ROGAN RIPS GAVIN NEWSOM FOR MOCKING NICK SHIRLEY OVER HIS 'BILLION DOLLAR' FRAUD INVESTIGATIONS "Dude, I'm so old," Spade said last month. "I was on the lot at, uh, CBS Radford when we were doing ‘Just Shoot Me.’ …  And also they were doing 'Seinfeld,' and I'd see him on his bike. It was the greatest lot. Of course, just filed for bankruptcy, the lot. Terrifying in L.A. Thanks, Karen Bass. Thanks, Gavin." "The amount of productions is dying, and so they have to do something, so more production comes back, and that starts with negotiating with the union and also subsidizing the industry tax breaks to compete with Romania," Carvey said on the previous podcast. On Wednesday’s podcast, Dillon agreed with Spade, saying, "The thing about Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass, they seem to think everything's kind of going well." ROB SCHNEIDER EXPOSES HOLLYWOOD'S 'ROT' AS HE CLAIMS CONSERVATIVE ACTORS FACE INDUSTRY BLACKLIST "That's the issue," Dillon continued, who has been a frequent critic of California leadership. "When someone thinks things are going well, it's very hard to make them understand" that people are leaving.  He argued this has taken place "because the jobs aren't here and they're shooting everything everywhere else. According to the Los Angeles Times, from 2024 to 2025, L.A. county lost 54,000 residents.  A representative of Gov. Newsom told Fox News Digital, "The Governor is a strong champion for this industry. In 2025, the Governor more than doubled California’s Film and Television Tax Credit program —from $330 million to $750 million—and implemented key updates to keep production, below-the-line jobs, and investment rooted in California.  The impact of the expansion: Applications for the Film and Television Tax credit have jumped more than 400%, and reports have shown filming is returning to Hollywood.  In March, the Governor announced 16 new projects receiving California’s tax credit, including new series, returning hit shows, projects filming on certified soundstages, and, for the first time in the program’s history, animated and competition shows. This adds to other recent awards. In November, the Governor announced 17 new TV projects to receive the tax credit, including Baywatch. In December, California announce awards for 28 new films."  The Newsom representative added, "Governor Newsom has also urged the Trump administration to adopt a federal film tax credit program — modeled on California’s successful program — that will significantly boost domestic film and television production. The Governor is calling for a national program that is at least ten times the size of California’s $750 million program to create jobs, strengthen local economies, and keep American stories made on American soil."  Fox News Digital also reached out to Mayor Bass for comment.  Dillon went on to credit Spade for shooting "Busboys" in Los Angeles, saying that it is proof that "it can be done." The production features Spade and podcaster Theo Von. "It didn't seem to change the landscape enough to move it," Spade said. "But it was nice to do it there." Dillon himself also plays a part in the cast of "Busboys," telling listeners that he and Spade have one of the funniest scenes together in the film and urged them to go get tickets to see it. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92a0bd8d5dabda394441c Kamala Harris drops biggest hint yet on 2028 White House run te 2026-04-10T16:49:15.341Z Kamala Harris drops biggest hint yet on 2028 White House run At the first major cattle call of potential Democratic presidential contenders in the 2028 White House race, former Vice President Kamala Harris dropped a tantalizing comment.  At the National Action Network’s 35th Anniversary Convention on Friday, when asked by the event founder Rev. Al Sharpton if she would seek the presidency in 2028, Harris answered, "I might. I might. I’m thinking about it… I’ll keep you posted." The failed 2024 presidential candidate was greeted by the crowd with chants of "run again." KAMALA HARRIS' TRAVELS AND COMMENTS CLEARLY POINT TO 2028 Also speaking on Friday is another veteran of former President Joe Biden's administration: former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Govs. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, JB Pritzker of Illinois and Wes Moore of Maryland, along with Rep. Ro Khanna of California, spoke over the past two days, while Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky and Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona are scheduled to appear Saturday. The preseason moves in the next race for the Democratic presidential nomination have been underway for a year, with the potential contenders making stops in the early voting nominating states, such as New Hampshire, South Carolina, Nevada and Iowa, as well as in other key electoral battlegrounds. The showdown for the 2028 Democratic nomination is expected to draw a crowded and competitive field. "We have a pretty good bench. In fact, you’ve invited so many of them to come right here, they’ve been on this stage, or they’re going to be," Pritzker told Sharpton on Thursday. HARRIS, NEWSOM, STIR 2028 SPECULATION AT MAJOR DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING Sharpton said earlier this week that when it comes to the potential contenders, he wants to "know what their vision is now, and what they’re doing now. So I’ve invited all of the people that could run." Black voters have long played a very influential role in Democratic Party presidential politics. Case in point: the 2020 White House race. After fourth and fifth place finishes in the Iowa caucuses and the New Hampshire primary, a battered and bruised Joe Biden finished a distant second to Sen. Bernie Sanders in the Nevada caucuses. 21 DEMOCRATS WHO MAY RUN FOR THE WHITE HOUSE IN 2028 But a major backing from Black voters fueled Biden's landslide victory in the next contest, the South Carolina primary, which launched him towards the Democratic nomination and eventually the White House. The Republican National Committee (RNC) is giving thumbs down to the White House hopefuls appearing at Sharpton's confab. "Democrats are kicking off the 2028 primary by parading Kamala Harris and a roster of failed governors trying to outrun their own records," RNC national press secretary Kiersten Pels told Fox News. Fox News' Alexis McAdams contributed to this report Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d929f7d8d5dabda3944413 Navy scraps Biden-era submarine contract as overhaul costs surge toward $3B te 2026-04-10T16:48:55.731Z Navy scraps Biden-era submarine contract as overhaul costs surge toward $3B The Navy is canceling a long-delayed overhaul of the USS Boise after costs ballooned to nearly $3 billion, with Secretary of the Navy John Phelan saying the submarine no longer made financial or strategic sense to repair. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Phelan said the Los Angeles-class attack submarine had already consumed roughly $800 million and would require another $1.9 billion to complete — despite offering only about 20% of its remaining service life. Instead, the Navy plans to redirect funding and skilled labor toward building and delivering newer Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines, part of a broader push to accelerate ship production and overhaul troubled acquisition programs. "At some point, you just cut your losses and move on," Phelan said. The Navy originally awarded a roughly $1.2 billion contract in 2024 under the Biden administration to overhaul the submarine, nearly a decade after it was first slated for repairs, but updated estimates later showed the total cost to complete the work had surged far beyond initial projections. "The Boise has been pier-side since 2015, cost nearly $800 million already, and it's only 22% complete — the math really does not work," he added. TRUMP UNVEILS MARITIME ACTION PLAN AS CHINA DOMINATES GLOBAL SHIPBUILDING The decision comes as the Navy faces mounting pressure to expand and maintain its fleet amid growing competition with China, which has built the world’s largest navy by number of ships. U.S. officials have increasingly emphasized the need to speed up shipbuilding and submarine production to keep pace with rising global demands. Boise’s problems long predate the canceled contract. The submarine last deployed in 2015 and was slated to begin a routine overhaul the following year, but delays at Navy shipyards left it waiting years for an available dry dock. As maintenance was pushed back, the situation worsened. The submarine lost its full operational certification in 2016 and its ability to dive in 2017, effectively sidelining it from combat operations. Despite being a frontline attack submarine, Boise remained tied up at port for years as the Navy struggled with a growing backlog of repairs across its fleet, driven by limited dry dock space, workforce shortages and competing maintenance priorities. The overhaul originally was planned to begin in 2016 but was repeatedly delayed for nearly a decade before the Navy finally awarded a contract in 2024 — by which point the submarine had already spent years out of service. US TO EXPEDITE NUCLEAR-POWERED SUBS TO AUSTRALIA THAT WILL SIT NEAR CHINA’S DOORSTEP Even after work began, the timeline stretched further, with repairs not expected to be completed until 2029 — meaning the submarine would have spent roughly 15 years inactive by the time it returned to sea. Over time, Boise became one of the clearest examples of the Navy’s broader maintenance and shipyard challenges, frequently cited by lawmakers and defense analysts as a case study in delays, rising costs and declining readiness. Phelan said a key factor in the decision was freeing up scarce shipyard labor and engineering talent currently tied up in the Boise overhaul, which he said could be better used to accelerate construction of newer submarines. "One of our big constraints in our shipyards, particularly in submarine building, is labor and engineering talent," Phelan said. "We have a lot of that dedicated to this, which we could free up and put onto the Virginia-class submarine or Columbia and try to shift the schedule left on those." He argued the overhaul no longer made sense from a return-on-investment perspective, comparing the cost of repairing the aging submarine to building a new one. "The Boise represents 65% of the cost of a new Virginia-class submarine, yet it only delivers 20% of the remaining service life," Phelan said, adding that equates to roughly three deployments. The Boise, commissioned in 1992, is a Cold War-era attack submarine designed primarily for open-ocean combat, while newer Virginia-class submarines are quieter, more versatile and better suited for modern missions, including intelligence gathering, special operations and operating in contested coastal environments. "Is it time we just simply pull the plug on that one?" Sen. Mike Rounds, R-N.D., asked during a confirmation hearing in June 2025. Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle called the situation "an unacceptable story" and "like a dagger in the heart" for the submarine force. No public criticism immediately surfaced after the decision was announced Friday. Phelan described the program’s failure as the result of multiple factors over more than a decade, including engineering challenges, shifting priorities and strain on the Navy’s industrial base. "I can’t point to one thing that killed it," he said. "I think it was a combination … the complexity of the engineering, COVID impacts, and pressure on the industrial base." The cancellation is part of a broader effort by Navy leadership to reevaluate underperforming programs and change how the service approaches acquisitions, Phelan said. "We’re reviewing every program," he said, adding the Navy is pushing for "radical transparency" and a shift away from what he described as a culture of accepting delays and rising costs. Phelan said the decision reflects a broader push to prioritize speed and efficiency in delivering war-fighting capability to the fleet. "We need to be more disciplined and move out faster," he said. "The president wants things yesterday." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d929e4d8d5dabda394440a Tigers' Parker Meadows hospitalized after frightening head-on collision with teammate Riley Greene te 2026-04-10T16:48:36.273Z Tigers' Parker Meadows hospitalized after frightening head-on collision with teammate Riley Greene Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows spent the night in a hospital following a frightening collision with teammate Riley Greene on Thursday. Meadows was left bloodied in the outfield and had to be helped off the field in the eighth inning against the Minnesota Twins after appearing to hit his head during the collision with Greene. "It's a terrible feeling. I still feel terrible," Greene said after the game.  "He hit my head. I don't know where I hit him, to be honest, but I just really hope he's OK." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The two collided when Twins first baseman Josh Bell, who already had one home run and two singles, hit a shallow fly to left-center field. Greene and Meadows collided hard enough that their caps flew off.  Greene made the catch as Meadows lay on the ground. The broadcast caught blood coming from Meadows’ mouth. CARDINALS PITCHER ATTEMPTING MLB COMEBACK SUSTAINS CRUSHING ARM INJURY JUST 3 PITCHES INTO HIS OUTING  Tigers manager A.J. Hinch joined medical personnel on the field as Meadows eventually got up and was taken off the field on a cart. MLB.com reported that he would be held for observation overnight.  "We’re going to get him checked out for everything, but this one worries me," Hinch said, confirming that Meadows did suffer a concussion. Meadows has started 11 of 13 games in center field for the Tigers this season. He went 0 for 3 in the 3-1 loss on Thursday and is batting .250 with two extra-base hits. 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/69d929d0d8d5dabda3944401 Trump's specific placement of Queen Elizabeth portrait at Mar-a-Lago revealed in new book te 2026-04-10T16:48:16.826Z Trump's specific placement of Queen Elizabeth portrait at Mar-a-Lago revealed in new book President Donald Trump reportedly has a reproduction of Queen Elizabeth II’s last official portrait hanging in the dining room of his Mar-a-Lago home in Florida. The president wanted to have a "permanent reminder" of the late monarch, who died in 2022, according to a new book about the queen titled "Elizabeth II: In Private. In Public. The Inside Story," according to People. The queen sat for the portrait by Basia Kaczmarowska-Hamilton, a Polish-British artist, in May 2022, four months before her death, to commemorate her Platinum Jubilee. She decided to keep the original in Windsor Castle. One reproduction was sent to London’s Polish Institute, and a second reproduction was given to Trump by Kaczmarowska-Hamilton, the book's author, Robert Hardman, wrote. UPCOMING BOOK REVEALS TRUMP ADMIRED QUEEN ELIZABETH FOR BEING THE 'OPPOSITE OF ME' IN ONE KEY DIPLOMATIC SKILL "She was so great. I wanted to hang her picture in a room where there is no one else on the wall," Trump reportedly told Hardman. Hardman wrote that the portrait hangs in the dining room over a painting of a medieval ship. PRINCE HARRY, MEGHAN MARKLE CAUSED 'UNFORGIVEABLE' STRESS FOR QUEEN ELIZABETH IN FINAL YEARS: AUTHOR The painting can be seen in a picture taken at Mar-a-Lago during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit in December 2025. Trump first met the queen at Windsor Castle for tea in 2018 when he traveled to the United Kingdom on a working visit during his first term. In 2019, they met once again during an official state visit, which included a state banquet at Buckingham Palace. In December of that year, Trump also attended a Buckingham Palace banquet hosted by the queen for NATO members. "Melania and I are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II," Trump wrote on Truth Social after the queen’s death in September 2022. "Together with our family and fellow Americans, we send our sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom during this time of great sorrow and grief." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS  "Queen Elizabeth's historic and remarkable reign left a tremendous legacy of peace and prosperity for Great Britain," he added. "Her leadership and enduring diplomacy secured and advanced alliances with the United States and countries around the world. However, she will always be remembered for her faithfulness to her country and her unwavering devotion to her fellow countrymen and women." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Trump also added that he and first lady Melania Trump "will always cherish our time together with the Queen, and never forget Her Majesty’s generous friendship, great wisdom, and wonderful sense of humor. What a grand and beautiful lady she was — there was nobody like her!" He added, "May God bless the Queen, may she reign forever in our hearts, and may God hold her and Prince Philip in abiding care." In a recent interview for an upcoming book titled "The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History," Trump told author Susan Page that he had been impressed by her diplomacy when he spoke with her. "She was there for so many decades, and she literally never made a mistake, if you think about it," Trump said. "I mean, everyone was making mistakes around her, but she never made a mistake." King Charles III and Queen Camilla are expected to come to the White House later this month during a state visit to the U.S. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d929bdd8d5dabda39443f8 Iran’s ‘Godfather of propaganda’ tactics resurface in war with US and Israel te 2026-04-10T16:47:57.383Z Iran’s ‘Godfather of propaganda’ tactics resurface in war with US and Israel Just hours before the ceasefire deal went into effect on Tuesday between the U.S. and Iran’s clerical regime to pause fighting for two weeks, the regime urged young children and adults to surround Iranian energy facilities as human shields in reaction to President Trump's threat to wipe out its energy infrastructure. The thinking behind Iran’s regime's willingness to use children and civilians as cannon fodder, according to observers, is that an American airstrike that kills children or civilians will dramatically sway U.S. public opinion against the war and create a rally-round-the-regime effect in Tehran. And now with high-level peace talks due to start between the U.S. and Iran in Pakistan, Tehran can be seen as the godfather of propaganda when it comes to manipulating much of the world's media — even more skilled than its terror apprentice forces in Gaza and Lebanon. Yemen and beyond. INSIDE TEHRAN AFTER STRIKES: IRANIAN WOMAN DESCRIBES FEAR, CHECKPOINTS AND PEOPLE USED AS ‘HUMAN SHIELDS’ Lisa Daftari, an Iran expert, told Fox News Digital that the theocratic state’s exploitation of civilians for their war aim is part and parcel of their nearly half-century playbook against the West. "The Islamic Republic is the Godfather of propaganda. It has spent 47 years perfecting the art of saying one thing at the negotiating table and doing another in the field. The Trump administration should walk into these talks with maximum skepticism. This regime has never kept its word on its weapons, and there's no reason to believe this time is different." She pointed to Tehran's "record of positioning civilian infrastructure — hospitals, mosques, schools and now power plants — as military shields. They did it in Lebanon through Hezbollah. They did it in Gaza through Hamas. And they are doing it now on their own soil, with their own people, under coercion. Iranians who refuse to participate face consequences." Daftari, who is the Editor-in-Chief of the Foreign Desk, added that, "Iran's regime has never hesitated to use its own people as a shield. The difference now is they're doing it in front of cameras, in real time, knowing exactly which images will make prime-time news around the world. This is propaganda. And the two-week ceasefire just gave them more time to manipulate the West and continue on in their narrative warfare." Right at the beginning of "Operation Epic Fury", the world's media was full of accounts from Iran of an air strike that reportedly hit an Iranian school for girls in the town of Minab Feb. 28. The air strike reportedly killed 175 people, most of whom were children, at the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, according to the regime. The school was located on the same street as buildings used by the IRGC. A Pentagon investigation was launched in March to look into the allegations that a U.S. missile struck the school. Speaking to Fox News Digital last month, Iranian-American journalist Banafsheh Zand, who has been following the reporting, pointed to the fact that the school that has been there for more than a decade and its reported affiliation with Iran’s military. She said that while the regime claims between 168 fatalities and 180 fatalities, mostly girls between the ages of 7 and 12, along with teachers and parents from the school, there has been no independent confirmation of the reported casualty figures.  TRUMP’S IRAN CEASEFIRE ROCKED WITHIN HOURS AMID REPORTED MISSILE, DRONE ATTACKS "There is no confirmation on the number of people, from anyone other than regime sources," she said. "Some people in the area said it was 65 boys. Sixty-five boys? What are 65 boys doing in a girls’ school at 10:30 on a Saturday morning?" Both Democratic and Republican U.S. administrations have classified Iran’s regime as a leading state-sponsor of terrorism. Speaking on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime,' on Thursday, Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said the American media was "essentially… carrying water for Iran." Jonathan Ruhe, a fellow at JINSA, told Fox News Digital, "The regime wants to show the Iranian people that it is not weakened despite all the deaths in its leadership and losses in its arsenals, and to claim legitimacy by showing it is winning against the eternal American and Israeli enemies." He said, "Like Hezbollah and Hamas, Iran uses civilians as human shields for propaganda purposes. It cares nothing for the safety and fate of its own people. It wants to portray the country as undaunted and willing to sacrifice for victory. And if civilians are killed, all the better for the regime's political goals… Iran wants to undermine U.S. domestic support for the war by framing it as America doing Israel's bidding, and by using AI-generated disinformation to depict massive destruction and casualties at U.S. bases in the Middle East." The regime suffered a crisis of legitimacy after millions of Iranians poured into the streets in January and demanded the dissolution of the Islamic Republic. Both the IRGC and Basij — the regime’s street fighting paramilitary troops — played a key role in the mass murder of 45,000 Iranian civilians in January, who protested the regime. President Trump said in his address to the nation that the regime killed 45,000 people. The previous death toll was estimated to be over 35,000 people. Ruhe said, "As it did before the war, it also wants to delegitimize protesters and other internal opposition by depicting them as American and Israeli agents. It can be expected to ramp up all of these propaganda efforts during the ceasefire. The United States and our partners will be part of this intended audience, too." Adding to its deadly propaganda mix, the regime freely uses child soldiers to achieve its goals. According to Amnesty International, "Eyewitness accounts and verified audiovisual evidence show child soldiers having been deployed at IRGC checkpoints and patrols, armed with weapons, including AK47pattern rifles." Erika Guevara-Rosas, senior director for Research, Advocacy, Policy and Campaigns, for Amnesty stated in the report that, "The Iranian authorities are shamelessly encouraging children as young as 12 to join an IRGC run military campaign, putting them in grave danger and violating international law, which prohibits the recruitment and use of children in the military. Recruiting children under 15 into the armed forces constitutes a war crime." Jennifer Dyer, a retired commander of U.S. Naval Intelligence, told Fox News "I’d say the remnant of the regime can’t muster enough human shields to be doing it all over the place.  The people are too resistant.  Protests continued in the country the last couple of days, and some reporting on social media indicated a crackdown by the Basij on protesters after the so-called ceasefire was announced." In late March, a deputy of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Mohammad Rasoul Allah Corps of Greater Tehran, Rahim Nadali, declared that the state launched a  recruitment campaign called the "Homeland-Defending Combatants for Iran" that is "open to volunteers" aged 12 and older. The drive to recruit child soldiers took place in mosques and bases of the paramilitary organization Basij. The recruitment campaign sought adolescents to join "combatants defending the homeland." Fox News Digital reached out to Iran’s U.N. Mission in New York for a comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d929a9d8d5dabda39443ef Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi in Beijing as Taiwan defense fight intensifies te 2026-04-10T16:47:37.550Z Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi in Beijing as Taiwan defense fight intensifies KAOHSIUNG – Taiwan: For the first time in nearly a decade, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) supreme leader and the head of the communist party, Xi Jinping, held a meeting with the chairperson of Taiwan’s main opposition party. Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Nationalist Party (also known as the Kuomintang, KMT), met Xi in Beijing on Friday.  Before their closed-door meeting the pair posed for pictures. Xi said that Taiwan is historically a part of China and remains an "inalienable" and "inseparable" part of Chinese territory. He said the "rejuvenation of the Chinese nation" was a "broader trend" that will not change. China’s state-controlled media and government officials often repeat these party lines, even though, after its establishment in 1949, the communist regime has not ruled Taiwan for a single day. The two met in their capacities as heads of their respective political parties. China refuses to speak to the democratically elected government of Taiwan, led by President Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). The DPP won Taiwan’s presidential elections in 2016, 2020, and 2024, although in 2024 it narrowly lost control of the parliament to an opposition coalition led by the KMT.  TAIWAN 'WILL NOT ESCALATE, BUT WILL NOT YIELD' TO CHINESE INTIMIDATION, FOREIGN MINISTER WARNS The meeting came as Taiwan is mired in a dispute over defense spending, with the opposition coalition blocking President Lai’s proposed $40 billion special defense budget. During a recent visit to Taipei, Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., said approval of the package would send a clear message that Taiwan is prepared to invest in its own defense and "peace through strength." Hours before Cheng and Xi smiled for the cameras, Lai did not directly mention the Beijing meeting, but said on social media that any compromise with an authoritarian regime would damage Taiwan’s sovereignty. There are also concerns that if the special budget isn’t approved soon, the willingness of President Donald Trump to sell weapons to Taiwan could change should Trump decide to strike some kind of deal with Xi at a possible meeting in May. Xi’s phrase "rejuvenation of the Chinese nation," which was repeated by Cheng, is a reference to the goal of China becoming a — if not the — major world power by 2049, the centennial of the founding of the communist PRC.  In comments that are sure to evoke controversy in Taiwan, Cheng repeated much of Xi’s phrasing, claiming that in the more than 100 years of interactions between the KMT and the CCP, "all we ever wanted is to guide the Chinese nation out of decline and toward rejuvenation." Cheng went on to say, "The great Chinese rejuvenation involves people on both sides of the strait. It is about the reawakening and resurgence of Chinese civilization." That’s not how many here in Taiwan see things. Rose Chou, 45, works as an administrator in one of the biggest primary schools in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan’s largest city and a major port. Chou told Fox News Digital it was time for Taiwan to dump any connection to being China or a part of China. "Yes, I want a Republic of Taiwan. I have an 18-year-old son. And, yes, I realize we may have to fight. I’m willing to fight." US LAWMAKERS WARN TAIWAN TO ‘MEET THE MOMENT’ AS CHINA STAGES INVASION-STYLE DRILLS Chou readily admitted that most people she knows favor maintaining the status quo. A very small number, she said, are committed to the idea of unification — but under what terms they hope that could occur, Chou said she didn’t know.  Under the status quo that dates from the end of the Chinese civil war in 1949, Taiwan’s official name remains the Republic of China, to nominally indicate that Taiwan is a part of China, just not "Red China." This formula previously satisfied the communist regime in Beijing, but — especially since Xi Jinping’s rise — Beijing has pushed Taiwan towards outright submission. A meeting between the head of the KMT and the CPP hasn’t happened in almost a decade, but there is precedent. A KMT chair met Xi in 2015, and again in 2016, and separately, in 2015, then-Taiwan president Ma Ying-jeou met Xi in Singapore, during which each addressed the other as "Mister," and titles used were "Leader of Taiwan" and "Leader of Mainland China," respectively. In a statement after the meeting, a spokesperson for the American Institute in Taiwan, the de facto U.S. embassy in Taipei, said, "The United States supports cross-Strait dialogue. We expect cross-Strait differences to be resolved by peaceful means, free from coercion, in a manner acceptable to the people on both sides of the Strait. Meaningful cross-Strait exchange should focus on dialogue between Beijing’s leadership and Taiwan’s democratically elected authorities without preconditions, while also including engagement with all other political parties in Taiwan." Elizabeth Freund Larus, a Taiwan Fellowship Scholar in Taipei, told Fox News Digital the KMT’s traditional China approach no longer connects with much of Taiwan’s electorate. "KMT Chair Cheng’s trip is trying to replicate Ma Ying-jeou’s approach to cross-Strait relations," Larus said. "But that approach is 30-years old and no longer appeals to the Taiwanese. As a result, many people in Taiwan are critical of her China trip." Larus said Beijing is also likely to use the visit for domestic propaganda, presenting it as proof that Taiwan embraces cultural and social affinities with mainland China while casting the government in Taipei as an outlier. "Cheng may be welcomed in Beijing," Larus said, "but her party may receive a less enthusiastic reception" in local elections later this year and in the next presidential and legislative elections in 2028. Taipei-based political risk analyst and Tamkang University assistant professor Ross Feingold told Fox News Digital, "President Lai’s DPP has a savvy media team, which for many years has successfully shaped public opinion towards China. Following today’s meeting, Cheng and the KMT will be portrayed as traitors willing to sell out Taiwan." He concluded by noting, "Ultimately, though, the success or failure of Cheng’s visit to China and meeting with Xi will be determined by Taiwan’s voters, despite efforts from China and the United States to influence events. For the Trump administration, though, its near-term priority in Taiwan remains legislative approval to purchase billions of dollars of American weapons and speedy implementation of Taiwan’s commitment to invest $250 billion in the United States." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92995d8d5dabda39443e6 UFC president Dana White hints at Trump's attendance for upcoming event in Miami te 2026-04-10T16:47:17.938Z UFC president Dana White hints at Trump's attendance for upcoming event in Miami UFC president Dana White all but confirmed that President Donald Trump will be in attendance at UFC 327 in Miami this Saturday. White said that "the big guy" will be coming to the Kaseya Center. "It's good to be back in Miami. Yeah, I'm pumped. We got the big guy coming on Saturday, too. He's coming," White said on Adin Ross' recent YouTube stream. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The event would be Trump's first appearance at a major sporting event since he attended the college football national championship in January, in which Indiana defeated Miami. Since his second term began, Trump has attended several UFC events, a Super Bowl, the Daytona 500, the NCAA wrestling championships, the FIFA Club World Cup final, the U.S. Open, a New York Yankees game, the Ryder Cup, and the Army-Navy game. JON JONES REQUESTS UFC RELEASE AFTER DANA WHITE SAYS LEGEND WAS 'NEVER' CONSIDERED FOR WHITE HOUSE CARD UFC is slated to have an event on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the America250 celebration on June 14, Trump's 80th birthday. The most recent UFC event Trump attended was UFC 316 in Newark last summer. Assuming Trump is in attendance this weekend, there will be two light heavyweight matches as co-main events, including one for the light heavyweight championship. "UFC Freedom 250" will be headlined by Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria in a lightweight championship unification bout. Trump has appeared at each of the last three UFC events in Miami. 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/69d92982d8d5dabda39443dd Army ROTC cadets recount taking down pro-ISIS shooter at Old Dominion University: 'I could have been next' te 2026-04-10T16:46:58.410Z Army ROTC cadets recount taking down pro-ISIS shooter at Old Dominion University: 'I could have been next' For the first time, the heroic students who helped take down an active shooter that killed a beloved professor and community member at Old Dominion University are telling their story, recounting the harrowing events of that day. Mohamed Jalloh, a man previously convicted of providing material to support the Islamic State terror group, opened fire at the university on Thursday, March 12, killing one and injuring two others. Jalloh was pronounced dead at the scene on Thursday when officers arrived.  Beloved professor of military science Lt. Col. Brandon Shah was killed. FBI Special Agent in Charge Dominique Evans told reporters that the students in the room during the incident "subdued" the gunman. ODU GUNMAN WHO KILLED ROTC INSTRUCTOR HAD PRIOR ISIS CONVICTION, WAS RELEASED EARLY Students involved in the incident reflected on that day, saying it was a day like any other. During the class period, a student said a man they didn't recognize, later identified as Jalloh, walked into the classroom and repeatedly and nervously asked if this class was ROTC. "I wasn't thinking about what that question really meant," said Cadet Louis Ancheta. VIRGINIA MAN CHARGED WITH SELLING WEAPON USED BY OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY GUNMAN As Shah confirmed the class was ROTC, Cadet Wesley Myers, who was in class that day, said Jalloh shouted "Allahu Akbar" and began shooting at Shah. Instincts immediately kicked in and Shah lunged toward the gunman, according to the students.  As Shah wrestled with the gunman, Ancheta leaped into action, taking a pocket-knife and repeatedly stabbing Jalloh. VIRGINIA DEMOCRATS DIG IN ON DHS FUNDING LINE DESPITE ISIS-LINKED SHOOTING AT ODU, ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT MURDER "If he didn't lunge at him, I wouldn't be here right now," said Cadet Jah-Ira Utarte, who was sitting in the front row of the classroom at the time, said in an interview released by the Department of War. "There's a possibility he could've turned his gun and I could've been next." Ancheta said during the fighting between his professor and the gunman, he was shot by a stray bullet. "It really didn't feel like it hit me," Ancheta said. He continued to attempt to subdue the gunman alongside Shah and other cadets jumped in. SHOOTING IN OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY HALL INJURES TWO; GUNMAN DEAD Once the gun was away from Jalloh, Cadet Jeremy Rawlinson said they immediately switched to combat care. "It just was what I felt I had to do in that moment, to get there and do what I could," Myers said. "It's different when it's not a mannequin and it's your friend." Cadet Samuel Reineberg said he was "like a laser beam" to Shah, who had been shot in the chest. PENTAGON LEADERS AWARD 2 PURPLE HEARTS TO OLD DOMINION CADETS WHO TOOK DOWN ISIS SUPPORTER It wasn't until later that day, the students found out about Shah's death. "There was definitely a sense of, ‘could we have done more?’" Cadet Oshea Bego said. Shah is regarded as a hero among his students. OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY ROTC CADETS DISARM ISIS SUPPORTER SHOUTING 'ALLAHU AKBAR' DURING SHOOTING: OFFICIALS "[Shah] used the last of his strength to tackle that guy and it gave us just enough time that we needed to be able to get on [the gunman]," Rawlinson said. "One of the last things he told my mom when they met this summer was that he would take care of me. He followed through on that word," Bego said. "We’re not even commissioned yet and we’re dealing with these threats and pretty much unprecedented attacks," Bego said. Brian O. Hemphill, the president of ODU, said the university will be conducting an independent review following the incident in a statement on Thursday. Hemphill described the shooting as a "defining moment" in the university’s history. "This is not merely a procedural step; it is a moral imperative to ensure the safety and security of every member of our campus community remains first and foremost," Hemphill said in the statement. The review will examine "critical procedures," "overall preparedness" and "[the university’s] response," according to the release. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9296ed8d5dabda39443d4 Cuban president clashes with NBC’s Welker over question about stepping down, presses if she asks same of Trump te 2026-04-10T16:46:38.576Z Cuban president clashes with NBC’s Welker over question about stepping down, presses if she asks same of Trump Cuba's leader Miguel Díaz-Canel sparred with NBC News' Kristen Welker in an interview on Thursday, as the "Meet the Press" host questioned whether he would be "willing to step down if it meant saving Cuba." "You are a very important journalist," Díaz-Canel responded via an interpreter. "Have you ever asked that question to any other president in the world?" Welker noted that his stepping down was one of the conditions the United States has raised in diplomatic negotiations with the island nation. SANCTIONED RUSSIAN JET TOUCHES DOWN IN CUBA, ECHOING SECRET FLIGHTS BEFORE MADURO'S OUSTER After Díaz-Canel repeated his question, Welker replied, "I asked very tough questions to our own president." He then asked, "Do you ask that question to Trump?" Welker said she asked tough questions of President Donald Trump as Díaz-Canel responded, "Is that a question from you or is that coming from the State Department of the U.S. government?" The NBC News host asked again, reiterating that political change in Cuba was one of the conditions brought up by the U.S. government. "In Cuba, the people who are in leadership positions are not elected by the U.S. government, and they don’t have a mandate from the U.S. government," Díaz-Canel said. "We have a free sovereign state, a free state. We have self-determination and independence, and we are not subjected to the designs of the United States." "We are elected by the people, although there’s a narrative trying to disregard that," he told Welker. "Any one of us, before we become part of a leadership role, we need to be elected at the grassroots level in an electoral district by thousands of Cubans. And then those who represent the Cubans at the National Assembly of People’s Power elect those leadership positions and those offices, like it happens in many other countries around the world." CARLOS FERNÁNDEZ DE COSSÍO: CUBA 'PREPARING' FOR 'POSSIBILITY OF MILITARY AGGRESSION' Cuba operates under a single-party socialist framework that prohibits the existence of organized political opposition. Although local elections are held to fill the National Assembly, the requirement that all candidates belong to the Communist Party leads human rights groups and political analysts to dismiss the process, as there is no true opposition. Díaz-Canel said the U.S. had no right to "demand anything from Cuba." "As the President stated, we are talking to Cuba, whose leaders want to make a deal and should make a deal, which President Trump believes ‘would be very easily made,’" a White House official told Fox News Digital. "Cuba is a failing nation whose rulers have had a major setback with the loss of support from Venezuela." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Díaz-Canel said in March that the country was in talks with the Trump administration. He said in a broadcast by Cuba's state media that talks with Washington were aimed at finding solutions to the political differences that divide the communist island and the United States. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9295ad8d5dabda39443cb Unique Shohei Ohtani exception draws Blue Jays star's attention in World Series rematch te 2026-04-10T16:46:18.985Z Unique Shohei Ohtani exception draws Blue Jays star's attention in World Series rematch In case you have forgotten, there has never been anyone like Shohei Ohtani. The Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar has an .896 OPS and an ERA of 0.00 early this season and has won numerous Silver Sluggers while being in the Cy Young Award conversation. Last year, he hit 55 homers and pitched to a 2.87 ERA. However, pitching and hitting in the same game has caused a bit of a controversy. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM It's been a thing since Ohtani joined the majors from Japan in 2018, but it started to make the rounds during last year's World Series that when Ohtani takes the mound after being on the bases, he's given a bit of an extra grace period while warming up. Normally, inning breaks are two minutes and 15 seconds for local games, and 30 more seconds are added for nationally televised games. However, Ohtani has been inadvertently an exception. Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider had some words with an umpire during Game 7 of the World Series last year regarding the ordeal. Well, Ohtani was back on the Toronto mound for a Fall Classic rematch on Wednesday, and sure enough, he was given some extra time to warm up. Outfielder George Springer even had a conversation with the home plate umpire while Ohtani was throwing, but Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal reported that it was simply just to ask how much time Ohtani had. LENGTHY SUSPENSIONS HANDED OUT TO MEMBERS OF WILD ANGELS-BRAVES BRAWL THAT SAW FISTS, TACKLES Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, though, appeared irked at Springer's apparent questioning. "Just talking about the World Series, I think they were a little frustrated about how long Shohei takes in between innings. But if he’s on the bases, there’s got to be some grace, which the umpires are trying to give him," Roberts said after the game, via The Athletic. "Yeah, if you’re on the other side, you’re trying to rush him as much as possible and treat him like any other pitcher. "But the truth is that he’s different. But I understand their gripe." Due to his prowess both on the mound and in the batter's box, Ohtani is the overwhelming favorite to win his fifth MVP Award in the last six seasons. 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/69d92947d8d5dabda39443c2 Melania Trump advisor says she's had 'enough' after breaking silence to deny Jeffrey Epstein connection te 2026-04-10T16:45:59.150Z Melania Trump advisor says she's had 'enough' after breaking silence to deny Jeffrey Epstein connection A senior advisor to Melania Trump revealed why the first lady broke her silence to deny any connection to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, saying she’s had "enough." Marc Beckman joined "Fox & Friends" Friday and explained the first lady wants the public to focus on her accomplishments, not rumors spread about any connection to Epstein. "First, enough is enough," Beckman said. "This has been ongoing, and it's time for the public to refocus their attention on what achievements our first lady has done." The first lady made a rare on-camera appearance Thursday, pushing back on allegations tying her to Epstein. She said the rumors should "end today," calling them "mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation." TOP DOJ OFFICIALS TO BRIEF HOUSE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE FOR JEFFREY EPSTEIN PROBE Beckman explained that the first lady wanted to "set the record straight" and clear her name. Melania Trump has faced online allegations that she ran in the same circles as Epstein and that he introduced her to her eventual husband, President Donald Trump. "She debunked all of the lies surrounding her and Epstein," Beckman said, adding that in speaking out, the first lady has supported victims of Epstein’s trafficking. In her speech, Trump called on Congress to hold hearings for survivors of Epstein’s trafficking. "She's a real leader in Washington, D.C. She's calling on Congress to act now," Beckman said. TRUMP THANKED FLORIDA POLICE FOR EPSTEIN PROBE IN 2000S, FLAGGED 'EVIL' GHISLAINE MAXWELL: FBI DOC Beckman said the first lady felt she needed to defend herself in the media and that others haven’t come forward to do so. He said she’s tried to stop the lies using legal means but wanted to address the country directly. MELANIA TRUMP'S YOUNG STATE OF THE UNION GUEST PUSHES FOR AI TO REVOLUTIONIZE AMERICAN CLASSROOMS "All day long, lies and innuendos are coming through the media about the first lady. And she just wanted to set the record straight," he said. "If she can defend herself and make sure that her reputation is impeccable, who will do it? Nobody's done it to date. All of this has been politicized, has been dragged through the media, and she's ready to fight," he added. Beckman said Melania Trump’s efforts since returning to the White House should be what people remember her for, pointing to her advocacy work in foster care and education. She’s also worked to reunify more than a dozen Ukrainian children with their families through her negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. "We want to focus the attention on her good work and what she's accomplished as first lady of the United States," Beckman added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92933d8d5dabda39443b9 Adam Schefter grilled over Russini-Vrabel 'scandal' and it got uncomfortable te 2026-04-10T16:45:39.373Z Adam Schefter grilled over Russini-Vrabel 'scandal' and it got uncomfortable The Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel (alleged) SCANDAL is now on Day 3, with no end in sight.  The two spoke about it after the poolside pictures went viral. They both denied anything nefarious happening. And now, we haven't really heard a peep from anyone of importance since.  Until, of course, 97.5 the Fanatic in Philadelphia had Adam Schefter on their show Wednesday, and absolutely GRILLED ESPN's top insider about the whole thing.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM And I mean grilled. Poor Schefty. Or, I guess, not poor Schefty? I don't know. He chose to go on the show, so I assume he knew what was coming.  Still, this is 10 straight minutes of absolute peppering, and 10 minutes of hemming and hawing from Schefter.  Take a look!  Thoughts? First impressions?  I don't know. I think it's fine, if we're being honest. Again, what do we expect Adam Schefter to say here? At least he said … something? The Big Js are being real quiet on this one. Too quiet. They never shut up, and now all of a sudden nobody is really talking about it in the media? Seems fishy to me.  Now, Schefter didn't really give us anything of substance. Like, at all.   "I didn't report it. I saw it like everybody else did. And uh, I guess my thought would be, I don't know what's right. I don't know what's wrong. Uh, I feel bad for the families involved. It's unfortunate, you know? Um, I know both individuals.  "Um, and yeah, I guess my first thought would be they went to the families of the people involved and, you know, I just wish everybody the best and hope everything works out with everybody." SUPER BOWL CHAMPION DEFENDS MIKE VRABEL, NEW YORK TIMES REPORTER OVER LEAKED PHOTOS Moving stuff, Adam. Poetic. Quite the wordsmith!  Again, I'm not sure what I'd say here, either. Russini isn't an ESPN employee, so Adam certainly had runway to talk about this, and he sort of clammed up and kicked the can down the road every time these guys asked him about it.  Obviously, Russini used to work at ESPN, so she and Schefter go way back. He probably doesn't want to break some sort of Big J code by dragging her, which I understand.  But, let me just remind everyone here, that the Big Js LOVE to act holier-than-thou … when it's convenient for them. They have no problem speaking up when they have the chance to virtue-signal about something, as long as it fits their narrative.  Remember the Liam Coen press conference incident back in January after the Jags got bounced from the playoffs? The sweet old lady reporter from some small Duval newspaper with a circulation of 10 told Liam Cohen how great he was after the season, and all the Big Js FREAKED out.  They acted like she had just committed murder. They wanted her banished from the beat FOREVER.  And now, three months later, when a fellow Big J is caught taking a swim with an NFL head coach at a romantic resort, they're all quiet?  OK. Sure thing! PS: the tampering question in this interview was among the dumber questions in the history of time. I'm with Schefter on that one. Unfathomably stupid question.  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/69d9291fd8d5dabda39443b0 WATCH: America250 backdrop topples near Shapiro, Revolutionary War reenactors te 2026-04-10T16:45:19.807Z WATCH: America250 backdrop topples near Shapiro, Revolutionary War reenactors A hefty backdrop sign toppled toward Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Benjamin Franklin reenactor and a woman portraying Betsy Ross on Thursday as the governor unveiled headliners for the "Commonwealth Concert Series" in anticipation of the nation's semiquincentennial.  Shapiro, Franklin and Ross announced five free, star-studded concerts would take place around the commonwealth leading up to America’s 250th birthday on July 4 – at a cost of $675,000 from Pennsylvania’s Marketing to Attract Marquis Events program. As Shapiro joked that state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, would be a good singer for a concert in that city, he pivoted to announcing the finale of the series.  "Then on June 27, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the newly refurbished, refashioned, redone Point State Park," he boomed, before being interrupted by a crashing sound as the large "America250PA" backdrop fell forward, nearly clipping him, Ross and Franklin. $20M ‘ONE SMALL STEP’ CAMPAIGN AIMS TO REBUILD AMERICAN PRIDE AHEAD OF 250TH ANNIVERSARY "You all right, Doctor Franklin?" Shapiro asked. "I feel like Sandra Day O’Connor," Franklin replied – referencing a near-catastrophic incident in 2003 in Philadelphia as the Reagan-appointed Supreme Court justice was announcing the opening of the Constitution Center on Independence Mall. At that event, Day O’Connor counted down to the pulling of ribbons to unveil the center, and when her count hit zero, a large horizontal beam crashed down within inches of her head. WASHINGTON MONUMENT TO BECOME ‘BIRTHDAY CANDLE’ AS US MARKS START OF 250TH YEAR Shapiro announced several acts, including Lady A (formerly Lady Antebellum), The Fray, Cole Swindell and Gabby Barrett, before the sign crashed down.  After ensuring all on the dais were unharmed Thursday, Shapiro finished his announcement, saying that Third Eye Blind would headline that final concert at the park – which is at the "point" confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio Rivers. "I don't know if you saw this the other day, we redid the fountain there. Austin Davis, the great lieutenant governor of Pennsylvania, y'all should give them a little grief for this. He turned that fountain on so high, he soaked himself and every other guest who was there that day," Shapiro quipped. "Third Eye Blind and Nelly, that’s going to be a good one." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9290cd8d5dabda39443a7 Google search led to a costly scam call te 2026-04-10T16:45:00.193Z Google search led to a costly scam call You book a flight. You reschedule. Then you try to handle travel insurance quickly so you can move on with your day. That's exactly what happened to Rosette. She was trying to reach Allianz, a large travel insurance company that many airlines direct customers to after booking. Within seconds, she was talking to a scammer who sounded completely legitimate. Here's how she described it: That realization hits hard. Suddenly, you start replaying everything in your head. Maybe you thought you knew what to look for. Still, the frustration sets in fast. Here's the truth: This happens every day to smart, careful people. And the scams keep getting more convincing. TECH GIANTS UNITE TO FIGHT ONLINE SCAMS   Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report This is known as a search result scam, and it is one of the fastest-growing fraud tactics right now. Here's the typical playbook: In Rosette's case, there were several clear signs once you step back: Once she questioned it, the scammer disconnected. That's classic behavior. This is not sloppy fraud. It's polished, fast and designed to catch you when you are distracted. Here's why it works so well: Most people assume search results are safe. Scammers exploit that trust with fake listings and ads. You are often dealing with travel changes, delays or deadlines. That lowers your guard. These are not obvious scammers. Many operate scripted call centers with trained agents. Answering within seconds creates the illusion that you reached the right company. SSA IMPERSONATION SCAMS ARE GETTING MORE PERSONAL   In Rosette's situation, the scammer obtained: That combination matters. Even without an immediate charge, scammers often: This is why you should treat it as a compromised card situation, even if nothing has been charged yet. This type of scam does not rely on hacking your device. It relies on tricking you into calling the wrong number. That means anyone can fall for it. You could be booking travel, fixing a billing issue or calling tech support. One wrong click puts you in direct contact with a scammer who already sounds like the real company. The danger is not just the initial call. It is what happens next if your information is reused or shared. Here's how to protect yourself from this exact scenario moving forward: Always go directly to the company's official website and find the contact page there. These are far more reliable than anything you find through a quick search. Real companies rarely answer instantly and push for immediate payment details.  WHY THAT $4 CHARGE ON YOUR STATEMENT COULD BE FRAUD   If it does not match the official company domain, it is a red flag. Do not wait for fraud to appear. Request a new card number right away. Enable transaction alerts so you can catch suspicious activity early.  This adds a strong layer of protection against identity theft. If your personal information was exposed, identity theft protection can monitor your identity, alert you to suspicious activity and help you respond quickly if something goes wrong. See my tips and best picks on Best Identity Theft Protection at Cyberguy.com. Data broker sites collect and sell your personal details. Removing your information reduces the chances scammers can find and target you again. 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. It's important to call this, out because it matters. Those steps significantly reduced the damage. This could have gone much further. Scams like this are not about being careless. They are about being human. You were trying to solve a problem quickly. The scammer was ready for that exact moment. The biggest takeaway is simple: Slow down when money or personal information is involved. Even a few extra seconds to verify a phone number can make all the difference. And if something feels off, trust that instinct. If you needed to call your bank or airline right now, would you trust the first number you see online? 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/69d928f8d8d5dabda394439e Catherine O'Hara's brother opens up about her final days, says her death was 'very unexpected' te 2026-04-10T16:44:40.402Z Catherine O'Hara's brother opens up about her final days, says her death was 'very unexpected' Catherine O’Hara’s final days are coming into focus through her brother’s memories. During a recent episode of his podcast, "Dreams of Our Loved Ones," Michael P. O’Hara reflected on what communication with his sister looked like in the days leading up to her death. "She wasn’t talking much at the end … She didn’t really want to talk on the phone," he revealed. "She didn’t live close by; she’s in Los Angeles." Michael described his sister’s death as "very unexpected and very, very sad," but said that despite the physical distance between them, he experienced something meaningful shortly before her passing — a vivid dream that now feels like a final goodbye. MACAULAY CULKIN MOURNS 'HOME ALONE' MOM CATHERINE O'HARA WITH HEARTFELT MESSAGE "I always cherish the times I can meet with a loved one in the dream state … Oddly, I had a dream… a few days before she died, my sister… and I was hugging her, which was really beautiful," Michael shared. "I guess it was a sort of goodbye." In the days since her death, he said those dream encounters have continued, offering him a sense of comfort as he grieved. "Since then, I’ve had a lovely dream where I was visiting her, and she was in a new house, and it was being renovated, and she was really busy choosing furniture and couches. And she said, ‘You can sleep here anytime, Michael. You can come over and stay anytime,’" he said. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The moment, he added, stirred up memories from earlier in their lives. "It reminded me of when she was in ‘SCTV,’ and I was apprenticing at the Windsor Arms Hotel. I would go over and sleep over at her place some nights because she had an extra bedroom. Yeah, pretty cool. But yeah, it was beautiful. She was just so happy and very busy in the other world that she’s now in, but yeah, it’s beautiful," Michael recounted. Michael closed out the episode with a reflection on what he called the emotional duality of dream encounters and said they offer a way for people to maintain a bond with their "." "We’re all interconnected," he said. "And the love, you know, continues no matter what. They’re always with us." The "Home Alone" star died on Jan. 30. She was 71. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Prolific, multi-award-winning actress, writer, and comedian Catherine O’Hara died today at her home in Los Angeles following a brief illness," her representatives confirmed to Fox News Digital at the time. The Los Angeles Fire Department also confirmed to Fox News Digital that first responders were dispatched to Catherine's Brentwood home at approximately 5 a.m. She was transported to a local hospital in serious condition and was pronounced dead several hours later. Born and raised in Toronto, Catherine rose to prominence through sketch and improvisational comedy, becoming a key figure in "SCTV" before transitioning into film and television roles that would cement her legacy. She became a household name with her portrayal of the frazzled yet loving mother in the blockbuster "Home Alone" films and later captivated audiences as the eccentric Moira Rose in the hit series "Schitt’s Creek." Her career continued well into recent years. Catherine reprised her role as Delia Deetz in "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," appeared in season two of HBO Max’s "The Last of Us" and starred in the Apple TV+ comedy "The Studio." Catherine is survived by her husband, production designer Bo Welch, and their sons, Matthew and Luke, along with her siblings Michael, Mary Margaret O’Hara, Maureen Jolley, Marcus O’Hara, Tom O’Hara and Patricia Wallice. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d928e4d8d5dabda3944395 Anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil one step closer to deportation with immigration board ruling te 2026-04-10T16:44:20.945Z Anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil one step closer to deportation with immigration board ruling An immigration appeals board has issued a final order of removal for anti-Israel protester Mahmoud Khalil, advancing the Trump administration’s effort to deport the Columbia University graduate, according to his legal team. The Justice Department’s Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) ruled Thursday to deny Khalil’s bid to dismiss the case, marking a significant development in the administration’s push to deport him from the U.S. Khalil, a 31-year-old lawful permanent resident, has been at the center of a broader federal crackdown on noncitizens involved in anti-Israel campus protests tied to the war in Gaza. He was the first person whose arrest became publicly known as part of the crackdown. His legal team blasted the decision as "baseless and politically motivated," arguing the government is retaliating against his speech and lacks evidence to support the case. MAHMOUD KHALIL AVOIDS EXPLICIT HAMAS CONDEMNATION, CRITICIZES 'SELECTIVE OUTRAGE’ AMID PALESTINIAN SUFFERING "In all my decades as an immigration lawyer, I have never seen such a baseless and politically motivated decision," Khalil’s lead attorney, Marc Van Der Hout, said in a statement issued by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). "The BIA's decision has absolutely no support in the record, violates a federal court order, and we’ll be fighting it until the end." The Trump administration has argued Khalil’s protest activity was "aligned with Hamas," a claim cited by the Department of Homeland Security and other officials, though authorities have not publicly detailed specific evidence linking him to the terrorist group. Khalil has also denied allegations of antisemitism. Officials have also cited a rare foreign policy provision of U.S. immigration law, sometimes referred to as a "Rubio determination," as well as alleged issues tied to his green card application. Despite the ruling, Khalil’s attorneys say he cannot be deported while his separate federal habeas case continues to play out in court. A federal judge in New Jersey previously found the government’s justification for detaining Khalil was likely unconstitutional and ordered his release. After his arrest, Khalil spent 104 days in immigration detention, missing the birth of his first child before a federal judge in New Jersey ordered his release. Khalil later suffered a setback in his federal case when a U.S. appeals panel ruled that the New Jersey judge overstepped his authority by ordering his release. In a 2-1 decision, the panel found the case must proceed through the immigration court system before it can be challenged in federal court. His lawyers are now requesting the full appeals panel reconsider that decision and have asked one of the judges to step aside over his prior role as a Justice Department official involved in investigating student protesters. Khalil has denied wrongdoing and said the case is an attempt to silence him. "I am not surprised by this decision from the biased and politically motivated Board of Immigration Appeals. I have committed no crime. I have broken no law. The only thing I am guilty of is speaking out against the genocide in Palestine — and this administration has weaponized the immigration system to punish me for it," Khalil said in a statement released by the ACLU. DHS FIRES BACK AFTER MAHMOUD KHALIL TARGETS TRUMP ADMIN FOR $20M OVER DETENTION "My family is here. My life is here. I reject any attempt to intimidate me out of my home based on lies and ideological attacks," he said. "This is not justice. This is just another attempt to retaliate against me." Khalil, a prominent organizer of anti-Israel protests at Columbia University in 2024 who the Trump administration is seeking to deport, was initially arrested in 2025 at his university-owned apartment in New York City. Homeland Security Investigations, a division of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), told him at the time they were revoking his green card, according to his attorney, Amy Greer. He was later transferred to a detention center in Louisiana. Khalil played a major role in protests against Israel that rocked Columbia University in 2024 and met with school officials on behalf of Columbia University Apartheid Divest, a coalition of student groups pushing the university to divest from Israel. He completed the requirements for a Columbia master’s degree in late 2024. Born in Syria, he is the grandson of Palestinians who were forced to leave their homeland, his lawyers said in a legal filing. His wife, a U.S. citizen, gave birth to the couple’s child while he was in detention. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt previously defended the Trump administration’s actions following Khalil’s arrest in March, saying he allegedly distributed pro-Hamas propaganda fliers on campus. "This administration is not going to tolerate individuals having the privilege of studying in our country and then siding with pro-terrorist organizations that have killed Americans," Leavitt told reporters at a White House press briefing at the time, noting that on her desk were the "pro-Hamas propaganda fliers with the logo of Hamas" on them that Khalil allegedly was distributing. "We have a zero-tolerance policy for siding with terrorists, period," she said. Fox News Digital has contacted the Justice Department for comment. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d928d1d8d5dabda394438c FLASHBACK: Dems want to boot Trump with 25th amendment, but refused to do so under Biden te 2026-04-10T16:44:01.441Z FLASHBACK: Dems want to boot Trump with 25th amendment, but refused to do so under Biden Congressional Democrats want President Donald Trump ousted through extraordinary measures, despite previously dismissing similar calls targeting former President Joe Biden. More than 50 Democratic lawmakers have called on Trump’s Cabinet to effectively depose him using the 25th Amendment, arguing that the president is unfit to serve over his comments and actions regarding Iran. Their demands were sparked by his social media declaration that a "whole civilization will die" unless the Iranian government agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. "I certainly think the president should be removed," Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., said. "I mean, he's unfit for office. I think the 25th Amendment, and if not, then impeachment." But less than two years ago, Republicans made the same argument against Biden that Democrats ignored. SENATE DEM ACCUSES TRUMP OF BEING 'UNFIT FOR OFFICE,' JOINS GROWING CALL TO IMPEACH, OUST PRESIDENT Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., at the time wrote a letter to then-Secretary of State Antony Blinken calling for him, along with Vice President Kamala Harris, to invoke the 25th Amendment. "If President Biden is unwilling to resign, for the sake of our great nation, you must do your duty to relieve him of his constitutional powers and duties," Schmitt wrote. Now, only a small group of Senate Democrats have made the case for Trump’s ouster, while most of the enthusiasm has come from the House. Democrats’ calls to remove Trump through impeachment and conviction or the 25th Amendment cannot happen without widespread GOP support. House Democratic leadership, however, continues to provide a platform for those discussions. House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin, D-Md., will hold a caucus-wide briefing on the workings of the 25th Amendment Friday afternoon. EX-TRUMP ALLY MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE JOINS LEFT-WING CALLS FOR THE 25TH AMENDMENT AS IRAN DEADLINE NEARS In the summer of 2024, Republicans demanded that Biden be removed from office after a disastrous debate performance against Trump and following a report from former Special Counsel Robert Hur that called into question the then-president’s cognitive ability and handling of classified documents. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said at the time, "There’s a lot of people asking about the 25th Amendment, invoking the 25th Amendment right now, because this is an alarming situation." GOP INFIGHTING REPLACES CLASH WITH DEMS, DERAILS PATH TO END HISTORIC DHS SHUTDOWN "Our adversaries see the weakness in this White House, as we all do," Johnson added. "I take no pleasure in saying that. I think this is a very dangerous situation." Democrats quickly closed ranks and disputed accusations that Biden’s mental acuity was rapidly declining. Some, however, did call for Biden to drop out of the race against Trump over fears he would not be able to beat his political foe in a rematch after stumbling during their only debate. Top congressional Democrats, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and then-Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., reportedly urged Biden privately to step aside, and dozens of Democrats publicly called on him to exit the race while there was still time to find a replacement. Neither, however, called for the 25th Amendment to be invoked against Biden. Pelosi did, however, renew her call to see Trump ousted through that process in recent days.  "Donald Trump's instability is more clear and dangerous than ever," Pelosi said on X. "If the Cabinet is not willing to invoke the 25th Amendment and restore sanity, Republicans must reconvene the Congress to end this war." Schumer has so far stopped short of calling for Trump’s removal from power. Trump, when pressed on next moves in Iran, joked in April during a Cabinet meeting that if he revealed what comes next, his own Cabinet would oust him. "I can’t say what we’re going to do because if I did, I wouldn’t be sitting here for long. They’d probably — what is it called? The 25th Amendment — They’d institute the 25th Amendment," Trump said. "Which they didn’t do with Biden, which is shocking." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d928a9d8d5dabda3944372 Trump Shares Video of Graphic Attack and Rails Against Haitians te 2026-04-10T16:43:21.132Z Trump Shares Video of Graphic Attack and Rails Against Haitians The man seen beating a woman is from Haiti and faces a murder charge in Florida, officials said. President Trump has fought to end protections for Haitian immigrants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92895d8d5dabda3944369 Judge Declines to Order Trump Administration to Adjust Somali Deportation Policies te 2026-04-10T16:43:01.436Z Judge Declines to Order Trump Administration to Adjust Somali Deportation Policies Acknowledging that the government may have recently stepped up the pace of removal proceedings, a federal judge wrote that he could not immediately intervene. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9287fd8d5dabda394434e PSA: If you use the Meta AI app, your friends will find out and it will be embarrassing te 2026-04-10T16:42:39.853Z PSA: If you use the Meta AI app, your friends will find out and it will be embarrassing Now that Meta released its Muse Spark model, more people are downloading the Meta AI app. And if you join the app, your friends will probably get an Instagram notification about it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9286bd8d5dabda3944345 Last 24 hours: Save up to $500 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass te 2026-04-10T16:42:19.883Z Last 24 hours: Save up to $500 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass This is it. Tonight is your last chance to lock in savings of up to $500 for your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass. These discounts end at 11:59 p.m. PT. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92857d8d5dabda394433c Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M te 2026-04-10T16:41:59.987Z Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M Fusion startups have raised $7.1 billion to date, with the majority of it going to a handful of companies. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92844d8d5dabda3944333 YouTube Premium and YouTube Music are getting more expensive te 2026-04-10T16:41:40.085Z YouTube Premium and YouTube Music are getting more expensive The YouTube Premium individual plan is increasing from $13.99 to $15.99 per month, while the family plan is increasing from $22.99 to $26.99 per month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92830d8d5dabda394432a France to ditch Windows for Linux to reduce reliance on US tech te 2026-04-10T16:41:20.060Z France to ditch Windows for Linux to reduce reliance on US tech France's move to ditch Windows for Linux is its latest effort to reduce its reliance on American tech giants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d9281cd8d5dabda3944321 TechCrunch is heading to Tokyo — and bringing the Startup Battlefield with it te 2026-04-10T16:41:00.522Z TechCrunch is heading to Tokyo — and bringing the Startup Battlefield with it SusHi Tech 2026 is zeroing in on four technology domains reshaping society: AI, Robotics, Resilience, and Entertainment. Expect live demos of humanoid robots, sessions on autonomous driving's software revolution, deep dives into cyber defense and climate tech, and candid conversations about how AI i Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d92808d8d5dabda3944316 Tucson y Pima evalúan esfuerzos de seguridad pública te 2026-04-10T16:40:40.650Z Tucson y Pima evalúan esfuerzos de seguridad pública Leer en inglés El Concejo Municipal de Tucson y la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Pima expusieron los avances de sus respectivas iniciativas de seguridad pública durante una inusual sesión conjunta, en la que ambos gobiernos se comprometieron a trabajar unidos para resolver problemas de una magnitud tal que ninguno de los dos podría solucionar por sí solo. Los grupos se reunieron el pasado 3 de marzo en lo que constituyó su segunda sesión conjunta para compartir novedades y debatir sobre la colaboración en sus respectivas iniciativas de seguridad pública: la iniciativa Safe City de Tucson y la iniciativa One Pima del Condado de Pima. Funcionarios de ambos gobiernos expresaron su esperanza de que estas reuniones se conviertan en una tradición trimestral. “Nuestra intención es encontrar soluciones,” afirmó la alcaldesa de Tucson, Regina Romero. “Soluciones mutuas en las que todos estemos de acuerdo, respecto a problemas que trascienden la capacidad de una sola jurisdicción.” Jennifer Allen, supervisora ​​del Distrito 3 del Condado de Pima y presidenta de la Junta de Supervisores, detalló las numerosas iniciativas emprendidas por ambos grupos para abordar los trastornos por uso de sustancias, los problemas de salud mental y la falta de vivienda. Señaló que la colaboración intersistémica resulta indispensable, dado que los problemas de cada jurisdicción se entremezclan, ya que los residentes de Tucson son, a su vez, residentes del Condado de Pima. “Entendemos, como lo demuestra la complejidad de los planes que tenemos en marcha, que no existe una solución única, ¿verdad? Porque, en la raíz de todo, están los seres humanos,” afirmó Allen. “Y todos somos seres pequeños y complejos. Por lo tanto, tanto los problemas como las soluciones son complejas y requieren no de un enfoque de "talla única,” sino de un pensamiento sistémico. Y creo que esto queda patente al observar que, si se aprieta el globo por un lado, este se abulta por otro.” La subgerente municipal, Liz Morales, compartió novedades sobre la iniciativa Safe City, la cual estableció en noviembre de 2025 un grupo de trabajo encargado de revisar las políticas de la ciudad, identificar deficiencias y aportar sugerencias mediante una representación intersectorial. El Departamento de Policía de Tucson realizó 360 intervenciones, con un saldo de 328 detenciones, durante 15 operativos de la iniciativa Safe City. Las 1.097 imputaciones formuladas incluyeron 332 delitos menores y 68 delitos graves, y derivaron en el desmantelamiento de 15 campamentos. La iniciativa Safe City prioriza el tratamiento y la estabilización por encima del encarcelamiento, y las fuerzas del orden evalúan a cada persona de manera individual. Estos 15 despliegues dieron como resultado 29 derivaciones a refugios, 26 evaluaciones de desintoxicación y 15 tratamientos asistidos médicamente. Antes del lanzamiento de la iniciativa Safe City, la ciudad realizó 95 derivaciones a centros de tratamiento de adicciones o de salud mental. Desde entonces, esta cifra casi se ha duplicado, alcanzando las 185. “Si bien se prioriza la derivación siempre que resulta factible, sabemos que no todas las situaciones cumplen con los criterios”, afirmó Morales. La ciudad también se ha centrado en su programa STAR Village, cuyo objetivo es brindar estabilidad a los residentes y cubrir la carencia de opciones de albergue de baja exigencia. Este programa, orientado a la obtención de resultados, ha proporcionado refugio y servicios a 73 personas en aproximadamente cuatro meses de funcionamiento; gracias a la colaboración de organizaciones sin fines de lucro y a la participación de los vecinos, se ha logrado una reducción del 34 % en los incidentes policiales. Cuatro residentes han sido reubicados en viviendas permanentes y ocho, en viviendas temporales. En el ámbito legal, el abogado municipal Roy Lusk elaboró ​​un borrador de ordenanza que, si bien originalmente se centraba en el consumo de drogas al aire libre, reorientó su enfoque hacia el fortalecimiento de las herramientas legales existentes, la mejora de la documentación para la formulación de cargos, el establecimiento de vías más claras de atención posterior a la detención y una mejor colaboración interinstitucional. El plan de acción de la Iniciativa Safe City se encuentra aún en fase de borrador en la que se esbozan estrategias definidas y métricas mensurables y actualmente está sujeto a un proceso de participación pública. “El plan de acción esboza y propone prioridades, roles y estrategias coordinadas claras entre los distintos departamentos y socios,” afirmó Morales. “Cuenta con estrategias definidas, respaldadas por métricas medibles, para garantizar la rendición de cuentas, dar seguimiento al progreso y orientar la mejora continua.” El Condado de Pima presentó sus propias iniciativas a través de la estrategia One Pima, la cual prioriza el tratamiento y la prevención de la falta de vivienda. El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Pima llevó a cabo una evaluación exhaustiva de sus planes de tratamiento y vivienda, con un enfoque particular en la colaboración para hacer frente a los riesgos relacionados con el calor de cara al verano. “En este momento estamos lidiando con muchos problemas relacionados con la atención médica en general y con la cuestión de si aquellos que están dispuestos a someterse realmente a un tratamiento son siquiera capaces de costear los servicios», afirmó el administrador adjunto del condado, Steve Holmes.” La alcaldesa de Tucson, Regina Romero, y la presidenta de la Junta del Condado de Pima, Jennifer Allen, intervienen en una sesión conjunta el 3 de marzo, en la que ambos gobiernos se comprometieron a colaborar en cuestiones de seguridad pública. Holmes declaró que el departamento de salud planea crear una subdivisión dedicada específicamente a abordar cuestiones medioambientales, incluido el calor extremo. El Centro de Transición del Condado de Pima comenzará a contratar personal este mes con el fin de ampliar su servicio a los siete días de la semana. Asimismo, el centro ha estado trabajando con su programa de Tratamiento de Apoyo y Participación con Servicios, el cual proporciona recursos a aproximadamente 686 personas elegibles al año, aunque solo la mitad completó el programa. Ambas iniciativas operan de manera conjunta con el sistema de tribunales de drogas del condado, conocido como Alternativa al Encarcelamiento mediante Tratamiento de Drogas. El condado de Pima recibió $31 millones en fondos provenientes de acuerdos judiciales relacionados con los opioides, distribuidos a través de diversas vías, y se espera recibir un total de $126 millones. Dado que los pagos llegan de manera impredecible, Holmes advirtió al condado sobre el riesgo de depender de un flujo constante de fondos. El último pago se recibió en agosto de 2025. El condado aprobó asignaciones por un total de $8 millones para solicitudes de propuestas, incluyendo $1,25 millones de dólares para la prevención entre jóvenes y otros 1.25 millones para el apoyo mediante navegación entre pares; $2 millones para servicios tradicionales de apoyo integral; $600,000 para la respuesta conjunta con las fuerzas del orden; $300,000 para servicios de tratamiento asistido con medicamentos; $2.2 millones para la implementación de la iniciativa Alternativa Sobria para la Recuperación a lo largo de tres años; y $400,000 para la contratación de personal destinado a la prevención de sobredosis en el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Pima. En noviembre de 2025 se asignaron $1.8 millones adicionales para el programa piloto SAFR, y otros $3.9 millones en enero para las cuatro prioridades. La concejala del Distrito 4, Nikki Lee, comparó la relación entre la ciudad y el condado con la de dos amigos que se reparten la cuenta de un restaurante: con Tucson como el amigo que se está "quedando en la ruina" y el condado de Pima como aquel que acaba de recibir un aumento de sueldo. "Para ser totalmente honesta, realmente estamos pasando apuros, y vamos a tener conversaciones muy difíciles sobre programas que hemos creado y que van más allá de los servicios básicos," afirmó Lee. "Vamos a necesitar el apoyo del condado para ayudarnos a sobrellevar la carga, porque nosotros solos no podremos soportar ese peso." El supervisor del Distrito 4, Steve Christy, afirmó que, si bien considera que el tratamiento es una prioridad, los esfuerzos realizados no son suficientes para abordar el delito en sí mismo, a pesar de que la reducción de la delincuencia fue la razón principal por la que la comunidad exigió dichas medidas. “No veo ningún análisis sobre cómo estos programas han impactado en un sentido u otro la delincuencia en nuestra comunidad; y fue precisamente la delincuencia en nuestra comunidad lo que generó estas demandas de algún tipo de acción, pero todo lo que he visto es tratamiento,” señaló Christy. “¿Qué hay del efecto que esto está teniendo sobre la delincuencia en nuestra comunidad?.” Romero expresó su desacuerdo, citando datos del programa STAR Village que indican una reducción del 35 % en la delincuencia durante los primeros cinco meses. Ian Stash es estudiante de periodismo en la Universidad de Arizona y pasante en El Foco de Tucson. Puede contactarlo en istash@arizona.edu.  Esta nota fue traducida por los pasantes de la preparatoria San Miguel y editada por Diana Ramos, exalumna de la Universidad de Arizona, Directora de Iniciativas Bilingües y reportera del Foco de Tucson. Contáctala en diana@tucsonspotlight.org.    El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d927f4d8d5dabda394430d Adaptive sports program visits Southern Arizona P.E. classes, wheelchairs in tow te 2026-04-10T16:40:20.600Z Adaptive sports program visits Southern Arizona P.E. classes, wheelchairs in tow When her class moved outside for P.E., special education teacher Tiffani Jaseph saw the excitement. After coaches and players from Adaptive Sports In Schools, or ASIS, unloaded dozens of wheelchairs at Copper View Elementary in the Sahuarita School District, they told students about racing the chairs and playing wheelchair basketball. Jaseph saw the difference in her students who, if only for this P.E. class, educated their peers and sat taller with pride. Some laughed, and rolled their eyes as first-timers experimented with the equipment. The able-bodied students sat in cambered wheelchairs — think wide wheels for balance — and began to push. Some of Jaseph’s students showed them how. They reversed. Twisted. Rolled back. “I see ASIS really make connections with the kids. One of my students in particular, she has a walker and sometimes she uses a wheelchair if she needs it and I remember the first time they came and she got to participate,” Jaseph said. “You could just see that she was really proud and kind of excited to show off her skills and she’s very shy. And so it was really cool to just see her confidence grow.” The ASIS program was launched three years ago introducing students to adaptive athletics through P.E. classes. It helps P.E. teachers integrate disabled students and build inclusive programs. ASIS coaches and adaptive athletes visit different schools throughout Southern Arizona every week during the school year. “The message really was ‘we’re all the same and disability is just a natural part of human existence,’” said ASIS co-founder Mia Hansen, who is also executive director of Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports.  “Using a sports wheelchair is just another piece of equipment.”  Hansen, with help from University of Arizona Adaptive Athletics Director Peter Hughes initiated the program with Dr. Burris “Duke” Duncan of the UA’s College of Public Health. They built on the UA’s history as the largest and one of the oldest adaptive programs in the country for collegiate athletes, offering seven sports. Adaptive UA athletes are now integrated into ASIS and some make the rounds of Southern Arizona schools. Students play tag or wheelchair rugby with a national champion or Paralympian. And none realize it.  Jaseph, named the 2026 Arizona Teacher of the Year by the Arizona Educational Foundation, was sold on the program that teaches empathy and instills confidence. “It has been cool when I hear kids say ‘Oh I wish I could use a wheelchair all the time,’” she said. “It’s just cute because it comes from an innocent place and I think it just makes them realize it’s cool, and it helps them to just embrace the diversity.” Three things to know about the ASIS program: ASIS began with 25 P.E. teachers and has now been to 40 schools. “It started as a series of P.E. takeovers if you will, but we would, first of all, focus on teaching the teachers,” Hansen said. “So, we offered continuing education units and included P.E. teachers and the first one, we had 25 P.E. teachers who loved it. They were all taught concepts of wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, seated volleyball, baseball. We picked five or six of the big, easy-to-reach kind of sports.” Bodies can do anything. Amphitheater High sophomore Ismaila Jarjue, “Ish” has used a wheelchair for most of his life and plays basketball for the Junior Wildcats boys team, the national runner-up last month in the 14-18 varsity division of the National Wheelchair Basketball Association championships. Originally from Gambia in West Africa, Ish moved to Arizona with his mom at age 7. He first learned about wheelchair basketball from a P.E. teacher who introduced him to Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports. The program changed his life, he says. “I saw what they do. It’s pretty cool. The kids learning about how to play the first time,” Ish said. “At first, I’m pretty sure it’s tough for them. But when they get used to it, you see they have fun. Very cool. I just say, with people, we can do anything a body can do and this program is kind of a reminder of that.” Early exposure to all kinds of athletes and abilities makes a difference. “It’s clear that if more P.E. teachers had better tools and training and more schools offered inclusive adaptive sports for children, like Ish, who are not necessarily placed in special education, but rather are expected to somehow fit into mainstream P.E. classes — then more children with disabilities would benefit from what is obvious: That physical education and sports matter deeply,” Hansen said. The post Adaptive sports program visits Southern Arizona P.E. classes, wheelchairs in tow appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d90be63fb569bd90866aa6 Hellertoon: Procratination at tax time te 2026-04-10T14:40:39.337Z Hellertoon: Procratination at tax time Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d90bcd3fb569bd90866a8b Snap gets closer to releasing new AI glasses after years-long hiatus te 2026-04-10T14:40:13.144Z Snap gets closer to releasing new AI glasses after years-long hiatus Specs has long been teasing the next version of its augmented reality glasses. A new partnership with Qualcomm promises some movement in that department. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8fc2d3fb569bd90866a30 Fox News Digital's News Quiz: April 10, 2026 te 2026-04-10T13:33:33.676Z Fox News Digital's News Quiz: April 10, 2026 Test your news knowledge with this week's Fox News Digital News Quiz, featuring Tiger Woods seeking treatment after his DUI arrest and a controversial Apache helicopter flyover. Looking for another challenge? Tiger Woods is seeking treatment after his DUI arrest and an Apache helicopter made a controversial flyover, featured in last week's News Quiz. Test your knowledge of Tidal Basin traditions, baseball benchmarks and more in this week's American Culture Quiz. If you're looking to play even more, you can find all of our quizzes by clicking here. Check back next week for the latest News Quiz from Fox News Digital. Thanks for playing! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8ccf43fb569bd908669c1 Simple fruit combo could improve heart function in weeks, new study finds te 2026-04-10T10:12:04.254Z Simple fruit combo could improve heart function in weeks, new study finds A common fruit combination found in many kitchens may help improve heart health, according to new research. Adults with prediabetes who ate one avocado and one cup of mango daily for eight weeks showed improved vascular function, a key marker of cardiovascular health, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association earlier this year. Researchers at the Illinois Institute of Technology's Center for Nutrition Research in Chicago measured how well blood vessels expand as blood flows through them. STUDY REVEALS ONE SIMPLE EATING HABIT THAT MAY HELP BOOST WEIGHT LOSS They found that people who ate avocado and mango daily improved, while those in a control group did not.  Participants also had better diastolic blood pressure readings — the bottom number in a blood pressure measurement — particularly among men. The study included 82 adults with prediabetes who followed partially structured meal plans, with one group incorporating the fruit pairing daily and the other consuming calorie-matched foods. "Adding 1 avocado and 1 cup of mango per day reduces dietary risk factors and improves vascular health indices, serving as a practical strategy toward improving cardiovascular outcomes through a modifiable lifestyle intervention," the researchers wrote in their paper. CANCER DOCTOR SAYS AMERICANS SHOULD EAT MORE OF 5 KEY PROTECTIVE FOODS Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats, fiber and potassium, which support cholesterol levels and satiety — while mangos provide vitamin C, antioxidants and additional fiber, experts say. They can be blended into a smoothie, chopped into a salsa or layered on sweet and savory toast. The pairing highlights the importance of incorporating a variety of whole fruits and vegetables into the diet, said Michelle Routhenstein, a New York-based preventive cardiology dietitian and certified diabetes educator who was not involved in the study. "Eating more fruits and vegetables can offer polyphenols and more micronutrients that support heart health," Routhenstein told Fox News Digital. "Each fruit and vegetable may offer varying protective heart health benefits." The study is particularly relevant for people with prediabetes, Routhenstein said, but she also pointed to several limitations. EATING MORE OF CERTAIN TYPE OF FOOD COULD SHORTEN CANCER SURVIVORS' LIVES, STUDY FINDS "The trial lasted only eight weeks, included a smaller sample of 82 participants and measured mainly surrogate markers like blood vessel function rather than long-term outcomes such as heart attacks or diabetes onset," she said. For those with prediabetes, adding avocado and mango can be beneficial when done carefully, she said. COMMON FRUIT FOUND IN AMERICAN KITCHENS MAY SLOW DEADLY FORM OF BREAST CANCER, STUDY SAYS "If someone with prediabetes wants to add one avocado and one cup of mango daily, it can support their health goals, but it's best to have them replace other, less nutrient-dense foods and fit within their overall calorie and carbohydrate targets," she said. People who need to limit potassium, such as those with kidney issues, should speak with a healthcare provider before making changes, she advised. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Other experts say the takeaway goes beyond any single food pairing. Dr. Philip Ovadia, a Florida-based cardiothoracic surgeon and founder and chief medical officer of Ovadia Heart Health, said the findings reinforce the importance of focusing on overall diet quality. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "Avocado is a great whole food — healthy fats, fiber, minimal sugar. Mango is trickier for someone with prediabetes because it's high in natural sugar," said Ovadia, who was not involved in the study.  "The bigger lesson here isn't 'eat more avocado and mango.' It's 'eat real, whole foods and cut out the processed stuff.' That's where the real benefit comes from." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ He also urged caution in interpreting industry-funded research, as did Routhenstein, noting the study was funded by groups representing the avocado and mango industries. Ovadia added that for people with prediabetes, addressing underlying metabolic health is key. "If you have prediabetes, the best thing you can do for your heart isn't eating more avocado or mango — it's addressing the insulin resistance that's driving your condition," he told Fox News Digital.  "That means reducing sugar, cutting processed foods and focusing on whole, real foods, including quality animal proteins. Get your metabolic health in order, and your heart will follow." Fox News Digital reached out to the study's authors for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8ccb63fb569bd90866922 American couple's Bahamas dinghy was ill-equipped for conditions night of wife's disappearance: friend te 2026-04-10T10:11:02.840Z American couple's Bahamas dinghy was ill-equipped for conditions night of wife's disappearance: friend HOPE TOWN, Bahamas — After Brian Hooker's arrest in the disappearance of his wife, Lynette, in the Bahamas, a man who was friends with the couple and knew them from the Caribbean paradise says that their small dinghy was "underpowered" and "undersized" for the conditions they faced. Officials in the Bahamas said Lynette Hooker, 55, and Brian Hooker, 58, left Hope Town's Abaco Inn at around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and went on a smaller boat, referred to as a dinghy, to travel to their yacht. Brian Hooker reportedly told officials that Lynette fell into the water with the ignition key, which caused the engine to cut off.  According to Brian, the current carried Lynette away, and he paddled the dinghy to a marina at Marsh Harbour. Brian Hooker was arrested by Bahamian authorities on Wednesday night, but hasn't been charged with a crime. A man who knew Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas told Fox News Digital that conditions on the night the American woman went missing were less than ideal, especially considering the fact they were on an 8-foot dinghy, as authorities have said. The man, who is also an American, asked to remain anonymous. LYNETTE HOOKER MISSING IN BAHAMAS: TIMELINE OF MICHIGAN WOMAN’S DISAPPEARANCE, HUSBAND’S ARREST "Their dinghy was really just too small to be out in those conditions. Their eight foot hard bottom dinghy with that electric motor, you shouldn't be out in anything more than like 12, max 15 knots. It's really underpowered, undersized for the condition they were in," the man said. Winds in the Hope Town area were gusting at around 26 knots on Saturday night, according to a review of data by Fox Weather. Improvesailing.com states that wind speeds above 25 knots are considered "rough for any small/mid-sized boat." "If the wind [is] blowing 30 knots, you're moving at four feet in the opposite direction every one second, you're separating by seven and a half feet. Even an Olympic swimmer would have a hard time getting back on — it would be impossible for two people that are 55 and 58 to reunite," the man said. "I've done three dinghy rescues in three weeks, really. I mean, it's crazy." DAUGHTER OF MISSING AMERICAN WOMAN IN BAHAMAS SAYS THERE WERE 'PRIOR ISSUES,' CALLS FOR FULL INVESTIGATION The man, who is a sailor himself alongside his wife, said Brian and Lynette were a couple in what seemed to be a great marriage. "They seemed very much like the happiest of people in an extremely happy relationship. People to aspire to in the sailing and cruising life," he said. The friend of Brian and Lynette Hooker told Fox News Digital there are common misconceptions about the engine key, noting that in rough weather it's sometimes the lighter person who drives while the heavier one sits in the middle in order to provide stability. "People are really confused about a dinghy key. It's common practice to wear the key — it goes on the outboard motor, and it's got a tether on it that you wear on your wrist as the driver. So if you fall overboard, it stops the motor from the dinghy motoring away from you. And that's what everybody does. And they're really saying, 'why did she have the key?' Well, she had the key because she was driving." Lynette's daughter Karli Aylesworth painted a different picture of her stepfather Brian Hooker in an interview with Fox News' Griff Jenkins earlier this week. Her comments included allegations of alcohol-fueled domestic violence, which Brian has denied through his attorney. He has not been charged with any crime. "I've seen him choke out one of his daughters before. And we had to go to court for that," Aylesworth said. "So he's just repeating patterns." AMERICAN COUPLE CHASING RETIREMENT DREAM IN BAHAMAS BOATING MYSTERY WERE 'INEXPERIENCED': FRIEND Aylesworth claimed that Brian Hooker had also become violent toward her mother. "There's history of them choking her out and threatening to throw her overboard. So the fact that this is actually happening makes me believe there's more to the story," she said. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Brian Hooker's attorney, Terrel Butler, said he denies the allegations. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "Mr. Hooker categorically and unequivocally denies any wrongdoing and in particular the allegations recently made by Karli Aylesworth. He has been cooperating with the relevant authorities as part of an ongoing investigation," Butler said. Butler on Thursday night said that Hooker voluntarily gave a statement to police believing he was helping them find Lynette. Hooker was initially interviewed and released, then brought back for more questioning as a witness. Police brought him back a third time and questioned him as a suspect. WATCH THE FULL FOX & FRIENDS INTERVIEW Lynette Hooker was previously arrested in a domestic violence case, according to a police report obtained by Fox News Digital, but wasn't charged. Brian and Lynette Hooker both accused each other of assault during the February 2015 incident. While Lynette Hooker was the one arrested, charges weren't filed due to "insufficient evidence as to who started the assault." SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER In a Wednesday Facebook post, Brian Hooker wrote he is "heartbroken" over Lynette's disappearance. "I am heartbroken over the recent boat accident in unpredictable seas and high winds that caused my beloved Lynette to fall from our small dinghy near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas. Despite desperate attempts to reach her, the winds and currents drove us further apart. We continue to search for her and that is my sole focus," Brian Hooker said. SEND US A TIP HERE Darlene Hamlett, Brian's mother, told the Associated Press that she hadn't heard from her son in several days. "I’m going to be interested in what he says, because I haven’t heard from him in almost two days," Hamlett said. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST The U.S. State Department has issued a level 2 travel advisory for the Bahamas. Americans are urged to "exercise increased caution" due to crime, beach safety, as well as jet ski and boating dangers. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB A spokesperson for the State Department previously told Fox News Digital the agency is aware of reports regarding the missing American and is working with Bahamian authorities. The State Department declined to share any additional details. Boating in the Bahamas isn't well regulated, and the State Department has said that "injuries and deaths have occurred." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8cca33fb569bd90866919 Rep Randy Fine joins House Freedom Caucus: 'Strongest group of conservative patriots in Congress' te 2026-04-10T10:10:43.272Z Rep Randy Fine joins House Freedom Caucus: 'Strongest group of conservative patriots in Congress' Republican Rep. Randy Fine of Florida has joined the ranks of the conservative House Freedom Caucus. "HUGE NEWS: I’m proud to announce that I have officially joined the strongest group of conservative patriots in Congress," he declared in a Thursday post on X. "The House @freedomcaucus exists to save our country and preserve freedom, not manage our decline. That’s what I love about this group. I look forward to continuing the fight alongside my HFC colleagues to advance the MAGA agenda and fight for conservative principles," he added. GOP REP RANDY FINE DECLARES THAT DEPORTING ALL ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS IS THE TOP WAY TO MAKE THE US AFFORDABLE Fine, who represents Florida's 6th Congressional District, took office last year after winning a special election to fill the seat previously held by Republican Mike Waltz. President Donald Trump backed Fine shortly before he launched his congressional bid. In a November 2024 Truth Social post, the president declared, "Should he decide to enter this Race, Randy Fine has my Complete and Total Endorsement. RUN, RANDY, RUN!" REPUBLICAN LABELS MAMDANI AS ‘LITTLE MORE THAN A MUSLIM TERRORIST,’ ADVOCATES YANKING CITIZENSHIP, DEPORTATION Trump declared in a Truth Social post last year that the lawmaker "is doing a fantastic job representing Florida’s 6th Congressional District!" The president said the congressman "has my Complete and Total Endorsement." "I found in my first year in Congress that there are two types of Republicans: those who want to save America and those who want to manage our decline politely," Fine noted, according to The Daily Signal. "They were unquestionably the group whose values were most in line with mine." LAWMAKER SAYS IRAN TARGETED HIM IN PHISHING ATTACK DISGUISED AS TV INTERVIEW "Trying to manage the budget, trying to get the government under control, trying to stand up to the Left—they seemed to be the group whose values were most in line with mine," he said, according to the outlet. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8cab63fb569bd908668dd Arizona lottery results for Friday, April 10, 2026 te 2026-04-10T10:02:30.459Z Arizona lottery results for Friday, April 10, 2026 Powerball - April 6 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8caa23fb569bd908668d4 NAU ROUNDUP: Allison Veloz called up to U23 Mexican National Team camp te 2026-04-10T10:02:10.502Z NAU ROUNDUP: Allison Veloz called up to U23 Mexican National Team camp A look at news and results from NAU. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8ca8e3fb569bd908668cb Today's poll: Should cities invest more in neighborhood parks and walking paths? te 2026-04-10T10:01:50.925Z Today's poll: Should cities invest more in neighborhood parks and walking paths? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8ca7b3fb569bd908668c2 Our View: Our towns need parks people can actually reach te 2026-04-10T10:01:31.372Z Our View: Our towns need parks people can actually reach Mohave County is rich in land, but short on parks built for everyday use. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8ca673fb569bd908668b9 Byron York: Can Trump cut through fog and focus on Iran goal? te 2026-04-10T10:01:11.350Z Byron York: Can Trump cut through fog and focus on Iran goal? President Donald Trump says he finds it insulting to hear critics say he does not have a plan to win the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. "People say he doesn't have a plan," Trump told reporters Monday. "I have the best… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8ca533fb569bd908668b0 Judith Gath: In defense of speaking up te 2026-04-10T10:00:51.339Z Judith Gath: In defense of speaking up Editor: This is a response to Mr. Dave Eaton's ageist letter about the recent No Kings demonstration in Wheeler Park. He must have gone to a different demonstration than I did -- it didn't look like a "retirees' grievance club… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8c59c3fb569bd90866795 Hormuz choke point persists as Iran halts oil traffic despite Trump ceasefire te 2026-04-10T09:40:44.090Z Hormuz choke point persists as Iran halts oil traffic despite Trump ceasefire Oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively halted despite a U.S.-backed ceasefire that hinged on reopening the critical waterway, raising fresh questions about whether Iran is following through on a central condition of the truce. A backlog of roughly 3,200 vessels — among them 800 tankers and cargo ships — has built up west of the strait, with ships idling as operators wait for clarity on whether it is safe to pass. No oil tankers have risked the journey in recent days, according to Matt Smith, an analyst at Kpler, a data and intelligence company.  "We're not seeing any, any, any oil products passing through there," Smith said. "So for all intents and purposes, the strait remains closed. And this is the leverage that Iran has." GEN JACK KEANE 'SKEPTICAL' THAT IRAN CEASEFIRE WILL HOLD, WARNS TEHRAN WILL 'DELAY AND OBFUSCATE' Three vessels passed through the Strait on Thursday, according to Smith, two of them Iranian-flagged and one a dry bulk carrier. "Iran is doing a very poor job, dishonorable some would say, of allowing Oil to go through the Strait of Hormuz. That is not the agreement we have!" President Donald Trump warned on Wenesday.  Nearly 20,000 mariners essentially are stranded in the Persian Gulf throughout the crisis, according to the International Maritime Organization. On Wednesday, one Sri Lanka-flagged vessel passed inbound through the strait, while four dry bulk carriers — flagged in Botswana, Liberia, Panama and St. Kitts and Nevis — and one Iranian vessel sailed outbound, according to Windward AI, a maritime data platform. The few vessels that are transiting are doing so through a corridor near Iran’s Larak Island rather than standard commercial lanes, according to Windward, with some ships switching off tracking systems as they pass. At the same time, cargo is increasingly being rerouted through ports in Oman and along the United Arab Emirates' east coast, adding roughly two weeks to some voyages and increasing costs by about 25%. The continued standstill comes despite President Donald Trump saying the ceasefire hinged on "Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz." TRUMP’S APOCALYPTIC IRAN WARNING RAISES STAKES FOR SWEEPING US STRIKE THREAT While the truce has paused U.S. military action, shipping through the critical waterway has yet to resume — underscoring the gap between the agreement on paper and conditions on the ground. Some 20% of the world’s oil supply typically passes through the strait, and analysts say shipping companies have a far lower risk tolerance than governments, meaning a fragile ceasefire alone is not enough to bring vessels back onto the waterway. "We don’t know whether the Strait of Hormuz is mined. Even if it isn’t, the risk of being hit by a missile or a drone is a big enough deterrent," Smith said. "No one’s willing to take the chance." He added that insurance constraints are making it difficult for ships to transit even if operators are willing to move. War-risk insurance remains available in some cases, but at sharply elevated premiums and with added restrictions, further discouraging operators from entering the strait. Sultan Al Jaber, head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, posted on LinkedIn Thursday: "This moment requires clarity. So let's be clear: the Strait of Hormuz is not open." "Access is being restricted, conditioned and controlled," he said. "Iran has made clear — through both its statements and actions — that passage is subject to permission, conditions and political leverage." Meanwhile, Iran is demanding the right to charge a toll of $1 per barrel of oil on board, paid in cryptocurrency, according to the Financial Times. Iranian state media reported Wednesday that Iran was keeping the strait closed in response to continued Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, which the U.S. claims was not part of the ceasefire. Still, Vice President JD Vance and President Donald Trump have said Israel will scale down its attacks in Lebanon to allow breathing room for the ceasefire to succeed. Despite the standoff, talks between top U.S. and Iranian leaders aimed at securing a permanent ceasefire are scheduled for Saturday in Pakistan. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8c1433fb569bd908666d3 New Arizona Law Requires Sex Offenders To Disclose Status When Seeking Name Changes te 2026-04-10T09:22:11.126Z New Arizona Law Requires Sex Offenders To Disclose Status When Seeking Name Changes By Matthew Holloway | Arizona has enacted new legislation tightening oversight of registered sex offenders who seek to change their legal names. House Bill 2223, sponsored by Rep. Quang Nguyen (R-LD1), adds new disclosure and notification requirements for registered offenders filing a petition for a legal name change. “Sex offenders should not be able to change their name and slip through cracks that put Arizona families at risk,” Nguyen said. “This bill closes a loophole and locks in accountability. Victims deserve to know when the person who harmed them is trying to change identities through the courts. If you are required to register, you will not use a name change to hide your past, dodge scrutiny, or erase your trail.” Under the new law, individuals on Arizona’s sex offender registry who apply for a name change must disclose their registration status as part of the application. ✅HB 2223 Signed Into Law to Stop Sex Offenders From Using Name Changes to Evade Accountability Republican-backed public safety law closes loophole, strengthens victim notification, and protects communities from predators “Sex offenders should not be able to change their name… pic.twitter.com/kokiwqkbAD — Arizona House Republicans (@AZHouseGOP) April 8, 2026 The legislation also requires applicants whose convictions occurred in Arizona to provide a copy of the name-change petition to the prosecuting agency involved in their case. This provision is intended to ensure that prosecutors, and, where applicable, victims who have requested post-conviction notification, are informed of the request. If a court approves a name change, the law directs judges to order that the individual continue registering under both the new legal name and the prior name. The order must be transmitted to the county sheriff, ensuring that both identities are maintained within law enforcement records. Existing Arizona law under A.R.S. § 13-3822 already requires registered sex offenders to notify law enforcement of changes in residence and legal name. However, prior statutes did not require courts to formally link name-change orders to registry records or mandate notification to prosecutors during the petition process. HB 2223 adds those procedural steps without changing who is required to register as a sex offender or the duration of registration requirements under Arizona law. The bill passed the Arizona House in February 2026 and advanced through the Senate unanimously on April 2 before being signed into law. 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 New Arizona Law Requires Sex Offenders To Disclose Status When Seeking Name Changes first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8c12e3fb569bd908666ca Queen Creek School District Now Requires Oversight Of Classroom Books te 2026-04-10T09:21:50.135Z Queen Creek School District Now Requires Oversight Of Classroom Books By Staff Reporter | A Phoenix-area school district instituted a new policy requiring oversight of books in the classroom.  Queen Creek Unified School District (QCUSD) began enforcing the policy in January after its governing board approved it unanimously in December.   The policy required the district to restrict general access to materials containing sexually explicit content within school and classroom libraries; develop procedures for site-level review, inventory, and parental access to the inventory list of all classroom library collections; and establish an accessible opt-out procedure for school or classroom library materials not directly related to content, curriculum, or standards. Although Arizona law has long prohibited exposing children to sexually explicit materials, Arizona libraries and schools continued to offer books containing sexually explicit materials under the defense of the necessity of educating children on topics of sexuality and identity.  Books with sexually explicit content offered to minors in the past by school libraries throughout the state have included titles popular nationwide: “All Boys Aren’t Blue” by George M. Johnson, “Gender Queer: A Memoir” by Maia Kobabe, “The Bluest Eye” by Toni Morrison, “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky, “Tricks” by Ellen Hopkins, “Looking for Alaska” by John Green, “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl” by Jesse Andrews, “Crank” by Ellen Hopkins, “Sold” by Patricia McCormick, and “Flamer” by Mike Curato.  QCUSD Board member Kelli Anderson introduced the classroom library oversight policy after recognizing that district policy on oversight extended only to school library books. In a press release, Anderson reported that the primary complaint from parents concerned the books brought into classrooms. “Before this policy, complaints about classroom books were the number one issue I heard from parents,” said Anderson. “Since it went into effect, I have received zero complaints from parents.” Anderson said QCUSD’s action should be adopted by all other districts in the state as best practice.  “[A]fter listening to parents and reviewing our policies, it was clear there was a gap that needed to be addressed,” stated Anderson.  Arizona Women of Action (AZWOA), a parental advocacy nonprofit and Arizona chapter of America’s Women, agreed with Anderson’s assessment.  “This policy closes a major loophole and restores trust between schools and families,” stated AZWOA in a press release. “It empowers parents, supports teachers, and ensures students are learning in environments that are transparent and accountable.” According to AZWOA, at least one parent has already reported seeing a difference in school handling of inappropriate books. That parent allegedly told AZWOA that his elementary-aged child’s school contacted him prior to the policy compliance deadline to recover a classroom library book deemed inappropriate under the new policy.  The parent also reportedly said he wasn’t aware his child had access to such materials in the classroom.  At the beginning of last summer, the Maricopa County Library District piloted a “parental choice” program at the Queen Creek library enabling parents to choose which books, if any, their child may not check out.  Months later, in September, the county removed sex education books from the children’s sections to the adult non-fiction sections at 12 of its 14 libraries. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Queen Creek School District Now Requires Oversight Of Classroom Books first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8c1193fb569bd908666c1 Arizona Senate President Refers Attorney General, Secretary Of State For DOJ Investigation te 2026-04-10T09:21:29.054Z Arizona Senate President Refers Attorney General, Secretary Of State For DOJ Investigation By Staff Reporter | The Arizona Senate’s leader referred two state officials to the Department of Justice (DOJ) to be investigated for obstruction. Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen (R-LD14) announced the referral on Tuesday. Petersen, who is also running for attorney general, accused Attorney General Kris Mayes and Secretary of State Adrian Fontes of obstruction of justice and tampering with a witness concerning the federal probe into Arizona election records. “The threats of the Attorney General and Secretary of State are incompatible with United States Constitution, which enshrines the grand jury in our constitutional order, and only serve to hinder voters’ confidence in our elections,” stated Petersen in his letter to the DOJ.  Today I referred Kris Mayes and Adrian Fontes to the Department of Justice for obstruction of justice and tampering with a witness. It is disturbing to see their resistance to an election integrity investigation.https://t.co/pRJ3mJgsuE pic.twitter.com/MwOS1wQBwB — Warren Petersen (@votewarren) April 7, 2026 The referral emerged in response to Mayes and Fontes requesting information from the state senate concerning its compliance with a recent federal grand jury subpoena of 2020 election records.  In response to Petersen’s referral, Fontes accused the senate president of jeopardizing voters’ safety and security. “My main concern for ensuring privacy of personal information in voter registration data, as required by law, remains,” said Fontes.  PRESS RELEASE: Secretary Fontes Responds to DOJ Referral and Ongoing Political Theater pic.twitter.com/HN2hP5UKcd — Arizona Secretary of State (@AZSecretary) April 7, 2026 Last month, the two Democratic officials issued a joint letter ordering county recorders not to comply with the federal subpoena. Contrary to what Petersen claimed in Tuesday’s letter, Mayes and Fontes argued compliance with the federal subpoena would violate both federal and state law. “It is the states’ authority and responsibility to hold elections — not the federal government,” stated the pair’s letter. “Without direct congressional action, the United States Constitution does not authorize or allow the federal government to insert itself into a state’s election procedures, much less authorize the DOJ to unilaterally build a national voter database.”  Mayes called the subpoena “a weaponization of federal law enforcement in service of crackpots and lies,” and Petersen “an unrepentant election denier” spreading conspiracy theories and false stories of election fraud.  Petersen said the pair’s request from the state senate suggested their intention to interfere with the federal investigation.  Petersen based his referral on a legal analysis from the law firm Snell & Wilmer, which he said defended the state senate’s compliance with the federal subpoena and posited that the request by Mayes and Fontes constituted obstruction of justice and witness tampering.  In Petersen’s letter to Arizona District Attorney Timothy Courchaine, the state senate president accused Mayes and Fontes of ulterior motives linked to election meddling. “Instead of fighting over these issues, we should all be working together to ensure the election integrity necessary to realize our country’s democratic promise,” said Petersen. “The Attorney General and Secretary’s phobia of fair and secure elections is impossible to explain absent nefarious motives.” Mayes’ reelection campaign manager, Delaney Corcoran, said in a response that Petersen’s referral was a means to “seek retribution against his political enemies.”  Mayes made a similar claim when news of the federal subpoena emerged last month. “One of the Republicans hoping to challenge me this fall is reigniting his SHAM ‘Cyber Ninja’ 2020 election audit conspiracies to the disservice of Arizonans,” said Mayes. “It’s a disgusting politicization of government and a waste of time and [money].” One of the Republicans hoping to challenge me this fall is reigniting his SHAM ‘Cyber Ninja’ 2020 election audit conspiracies to the disservice of Arizonans. It’s a disgusting politicization of government and a waste of time and $. Just know, I’ll never stop protecting your vote. — Kris Mayes (@krismayes) March 9, 2026 AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Arizona Senate President Refers Attorney General, Secretary Of State For DOJ Investigation first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8c0fe3fb569bd9086668c School choice is booming and families are winning as the education cartel crumbles te 2026-04-10T09:21:02.447Z School choice is booming and families are winning as the education cartel crumbles Several recent headlines suggest that after decades of dysfunction and cratering student achievement, America may be getting education right again. First came word that the U.S. Department of Education was transferring its $1.7 trillion student loan portfolio to the Treasury Department. Then came the announcement of the department’s downsize from its current location, which is now 70% vacant, to smaller space nearby. Not only will this move save taxpayers approximately $4.8 million annually, it will help make it harder for a future administration to revert back to the old, oversized bureaucracy. These two actions are the latest in a series of steps the Trump administration has taken to make good on the president’s promise to shut down the Department of Education before he leaves office. POWER STRIPPED FROM EDUCATION DEPARTMENT IN LATEST TRUMP ADMINISTRATION MOVE TO DISMANTLE IT The cartel of special interests who run America’s public education system shrieked in outrage. The American people, not so much. Student loan borrowers don’t care which agency manages their loans, as long as borrowers can have their questions answered and the agency keeps surprises to a minimum. Nor has President Trump’s downsizing of the Education Department over the last year registered so much as a blip on the public’s radar. Why would it? The Department employs no teachers, runs no schools and sets no national curriculum (thank goodness). It was created by Jimmy Carter as a partisan sop to the teachers’ unions. In the five decades since, the multi-trillion-dollar education system the Department ostensibly oversees has become a national embarrassment. America’s public schools were already a cluster of abysmal test scores, grade inflation and woke curricula before Cartel elites used COVID-19 as an excuse to take an 18-month vacation. MISSISSIPPI'S SCHOOL MIRACLE SHAMES FAILING CHICAGO LEADERS ON EDUCATION So it should come as no surprise that as the president and Education Secretary Linda McMahon wind down the Department, no one outside the Cartel cares. Hardly anyone outside the Beltway has even noticed, so irrelevant is the agency to the success of America’s students and schools. Contrast the nation’s yawning indifference to the shuttering of the federal Department with parents’ galloping enthusiasm for new school-choice programs being stood up across the country. Just in the last four years, 18 states have passed universal parental choice laws — empowering families to use taxpayer money to send their kids to private, religious, or other alternative schools. Just recently, Texas’s new universal school-choice program — set to launch in the fall — announced that it had already received more applications than it has slots to fill. The state allocated $1 billion for its initial tranche of Education Freedom Account scholarships, enough for some 90,000 students. More than 240,000 applied in just a few weeks. GEORGIA TEACHERS UNION BOSS BLAMES SCHOOL CHOICE FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS BEING 'GROSSLY UNDERFUNDED' Other states are seeing the same overwhelming demand. Arizona’s universal choice program has grown more than 700 percent since 2022, to more than 100,000 participating students. Between 2024 and 2025, West Virginia’s program more than doubled, and Arkansas’s almost tripled. Florida’s massive program serves more than 440,000 of the more than 1.3 million American students now using school choice programs. Thanks to the recent wave of universal reforms, nationwide private school attendance jumped 25 percent just in the last school year. What we are witnessing is not just a trend, but a revolution. MCMAHON RECOUNTS STORY OF REASSURING PARENT OF SPECIAL NEEDS THAT FUNDING WILL CONTINUE AS DEPARTMENT SHRINKS These two stories — the unlamented erasure of the federal education bureaucracy and the national stampede toward school choice — are really one story. The American people have seen enough. The progressive interest groups who captured and ruined our education system have lost parents’ trust. Families are finally turning the page and voting with their feet away from Cartel-captured classrooms. Three-quarters of Americans now support universal school choice. More than half (34) states have created at least some private scholarship options. Last year, Trump signed the first nationwide school choice tax credit into law. More than 20 states have signed up to participate. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Meanwhile, some of the most improved traditional public schools in the United States today are in Mississippi, thanks to a miraculous turnaround due almost entirely to kiboshing elite-preferred pedagogical fads. Other states like Louisiana and Alabama are following suit, discarding woke gibberish for more classical approaches like phonics and times tables. And lo and behold, kids are learning again. And this momentum is only going to accelerate over time. Seven of the states that have adopted universal school choice are among the 10 fastest growing states, including each of the top five. Real choice and real teaching are the future of American education. The era of the teachers’ unions is over. Parents are reclaiming their rights as their children’s primary educators. And conservative policymakers at every level of government are finally liberating families from corruption and incompetence. Republics are only as strong as their citizens are educated. And for the first time in two generations, America’s school system is moving in the right direction. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM KEVIN ROBERTS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8c0ea3fb569bd90866683 Our fallen heroes' families deserve more than outdated survivor benefits te 2026-04-10T09:20:42.569Z Our fallen heroes' families deserve more than outdated survivor benefits From the moment you get that knock on the door to the moment you’re handed a folded American flag, Gold Star families face a lifetime shaped by loss. Last week we observed Gold Star Spouses Day on April 5. April is also the Month of the Military Child. I invite you to reflect on the sacrifices of our military families, especially those whose loved one paid the ultimate sacrifice. Losing a loved one in service to our country hits differently. These families are asked to carry on with strength and dignity, embodying the very ideals their loved ones fought to defend. It’s often called an honor no one wants. I recently had the privilege of meeting with members of the Gold Star Wives of America in my Washington, D.C., office. Their resilience, grace and determination to advocate for military families left a lasting impression. Their stories are powerful reminders of the human cost of service. WATCH: PRESIDENT TRUMP REVEALS FAMILIES OF SLAIN US SERVICE MEMBERS URGED HIM ‘FINISH THE JOB’ The sacrifice of our military families can’t be overstated. Every lost servicemember comes with ripple effects—lives disrupted, futures derailed, and families left with only memories and a folded flag. As the father of a beautiful little girl, I can’t imagine the pain of losing a child. One Gold Star mother recently told my office about losing her son in 2010 to an IED in Afghanistan. She said, "Increasing the death benefit will help new Gold Star Families in many ways." For her, this initial bridge payment helped cover travel expenses for family members who wanted to pay their respects; for others, it helped cover funeral costs or other bills left unpaid.   Grief doesn’t end after the funeral. Families have to come to grips with the fact that their loved one will never have another birthday or celebrate another Christmas. Spouses will mourn anniversaries and have to decide when or if to stop wearing a wedding ring.  Gold Star children will have to live with disappointment for the rest of their lives, facing the reality of walking down the aisle without a father or picking out a wedding dress without a mother. These are all the tragic possibilities that every service member knows they are risking when they sign up to serve and the realities far too many have to face.  Beyond emotional hardship, there are practical concerns too. Young spouses often put their own careers on hold to support their military husband or wife. When the worst happens, they now need to figure out how to financially support themselves and their children and all while navigating extreme grief.  The reality these families face underscores a critical question: Why haven’t survivor benefits kept pace with modern needs? The initial payment families receive upon the death of their loved one has not been updated in over 20 years. Other benefits, including social security, military retirement, and federal salaries, have been adjusted for inflation, but not "death gratuity" payments for our military families. It's time to correct this wrong. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION That’s why I introduced the bipartisan Honoring Our Nation’s Obligation to Remember (HONOR) Gold Star Families Act. This legislation would increase the military death gratuity—often called the bridge payment—from $100,000 to $200,000 for the families of fallen servicemembers.  The bill also adds a cost-of-living adjustment so that future payments automatically rise with inflation, helping ensure continued support for Gold Star families over time. This legislation was co-led by Armed Services Committee members Jen Kiggans, R-Va., and Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii. It was also endorsed by the American Gold Star Mothers, the Gold Star Wives of America, Military-Veterans Advocacy and the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS). Recent losses remind us that this burden is ongoing. Take the recent conflict with Iran, where 13 servicemembers have lost their lives. One of those soldiers was Capt. Cody Khork, a 35-year-old man who, according to his family, was deeply patriotic and was defined by "love of country." Another servicemember who lost her life was Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor. She is survived by a son in his senior year of high school and a daughter in fourth grade. Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan was also killed in the conflict.  His niece wrote on Facebook. "You’re our Hero with a servant’s heart, you lead with love and bravery, you gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country, an honorable soldier, and I believe God welcomed you Home with open arms saying, ‘Well done, my son, well done.’" The loss and heartache these families are experiencing right now cannot be quantified, but we can keep them in our prayers as they grieve, and we can support them in a meaningful way. That’s why I made the HONOR Gold Star Families Act retroactive. My bill will apply to all families who have lost a loved one in Operation Epic Fury regardless of when my bill is signed into law.  Our Gold Star moms, dads, children, spouses, and siblings have given so much for our nation. It's time we give back to them—and this bill is just one way to do that. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8bf323fb569bd90866613 I'm a drone CEO. Our skies are dangerously exposed — here's the solution te 2026-04-10T09:13:22.885Z I'm a drone CEO. Our skies are dangerously exposed — here's the solution Imagine building a solution to a problem you never fully defined. That’s where we are with airspace sovereignty. Especially when it comes to drones. We’ve spent billions of dollars on counter-UAS systems (C-UAS), deploying sensors and expanding capabilities. For many officials, C-UAS has become the solution. The problem is, it was never the full problem to begin with. Before we talk about stopping drones, we should answer a more basic question: which ones belong in the air? BORDER ON THE BRINK AS CARTEL DRONES FORCE US TO ACT AFTER YEARS OF PARALYSIS We can’t answer that with confidence. We’ve gotten better at seeing the sky. But seeing is not the same as knowing what is flying in it. Today, when a drone appears in controlled airspace, we can detect it and track it. With Remote ID, we can occasionally determine who’s operating it. What we cannot do, quickly and with certainty, is determine whether that drone is authorized, meaning the aircraft, the operator, and the mission are approved and operating as intended. And in airspace security, speed is everything. This isn’t a problem you solve in minutes or hours. Decisions have to be made in seconds. In that moment, operators need to answer three questions: Is it authorized? Is it compliant? Is it a threat? If you can’t answer those questions immediately, you don’t control your airspace. That’s the gap. US MILITARY SHOT DOWN PARTY BALLOON NEAR EL PASO AFTER SUSPECTING DRONE, OFFICIAL SAYS In traditional aviation, that gap is managed far more effectively. Operations in controlled airspace tie together a verified operator, a known aircraft, and an approved flight plan, all continuously monitored. The stakes are higher, but so is the structure, and the time to respond. Aircraft operate from known locations, along defined routes, over longer periods of time. Drones don’t operate that way. TRUMP ADMIN CUTS RED TAPE ON COMMERCIAL DRONES TO COMPETE WITH CHINA'S DOMINANCE OF THE MARKET They can be launched from less than a mile away and reach a target in minutes, often without any of those elements being reliably connected or visible in real time. Today, who is flying, what they are flying, and why they are flying are not reliably connected, consistently verified, or available in real time to the people responsible for making decisions. In complex airspace like the National Capital Region, this problem becomes impossible to ignore. A single drone operation may require approvals from multiple jurisdictional authorities, each operating through separate systems and timelines. There is no unified view of what’s been approved, no shared system to see what’s happening in real time, and no reliable way to ensure that an approved operation is doing what it was approved to do. BRETT VELICOVICH: ‘MYSTERY’ DRONES ARE NO MYSTERY, THEY ARE A DANGEROUS THREAT TO NATIONAL SECURITY Authorization today isn’t a system. It’s a patchwork. An operator might go through LAANC, DroneZone, a COA, a waiver, or even a chain of emails and phone calls to get approval. Few of these systems talk to each other. Few provide a shared, real-time picture. None were built for the kind of airspace we’re trying to manage today. Even when a drone is fully authorized, no one can immediately know that. The people responsible for securing the airspace are left piecing together fragments, seeing a drone, checking what they can, and then making a judgment call. That’s not sovereignty. That’s uncertainty. This didn’t happen because people aren’t paying attention. Federal, state, and local law enforcement, among others, are all actively working this problem, and they’re doing it the way they were trained to, as a threat. That’s not a criticism. It’s reality. PENTAGON EXPLORING COUNTER-DRONE SYSTEMS TO PREVENT INCURSIONS OVER NATIONAL SECURITY FACILITIES This is a security issue. But it’s also an airspace problem. And unless you’ve operated in both environments, it’s easy to focus on how to stop the threat before fully understanding how the airspace is supposed to work. PENTAGON WATCHDOG WARNS DRONE INCURSIONS REQUIRE 'IMMEDIATE ATTENTION' AT US MILITARY BASES I’ve seen this from both sides, operationally and from a security perspective. I was asked during a congressional hearing, "If you’re not sure, why not just shoot it down?" It’s a fair question, until you consider where these operations happen. Over cities. Over crowds. Over critical infrastructure. Because when you don’t know what’s flying, what it’s carrying, or what it’s doing, you don’t know what happens when it falls. That’s not policy. That’s physics. We’ve spent years building the ability to respond. We never built the ability to define it. Without that distinction, every drone becomes a question, and when every drone is a question, every decision becomes slower, harder, and riskier. More sensors, better detection, and improved counter-drone systems are necessary. But they don’t solve the problem on their own. What’s missing is a system that establishes trust before a drone takes off and maintains it throughout the operation. The missing piece is a fully integrated Digital Flight Authorization System (DFAS). It replaces today’s fragmented processes with a single system, scattered approvals with one authoritative source, and uncertainty with a real-time picture of what is authorized, who is operating, and what they are doing. It binds the operator, the aircraft, and the mission into a single, verifiable identity and confirms conformance in real time. Instead of guessing, decision-makers know. In seconds. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION That’s the difference between reacting to the sky and controlling it. Airspace sovereignty isn’t about seeing more. It’s about knowing. The President has set the standard: "It is the policy of the United States to ensure control of our national airspace." That’s the right goal. But control isn’t achieved by seeing more. Control comes from knowing. Until we can know, in seconds, who is flying, what they are flying, and why, we haven’t finished the job. And until we implement the system required to deliver that mandate, we won’t. We’re not securing our skies. We’re leaving them exposed. And that’s not control. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8bf1e3fb569bd9086660a DoorDash data offers snapshot of economy voters are feeling ahead of midterms te 2026-04-10T09:13:02.982Z DoorDash data offers snapshot of economy voters are feeling ahead of midterms A new DoorDash report tracking millions of purchases shows inflation cooling ahead of the midterms, though the cost of everyday essentials still varies widely across the country. The findings offer a closer look at how those shifts are playing out for consumers, with affordability still shaped largely by where they live. The State of Local Commerce report highlights evolving spending patterns as price pressures ease in key categories. To track those changes, DoorDash analyzed affordability trends using three key measures: the Everyday Essentials Index, the Cheeseburger Index and the Breakfast Basics Index, which reflect price movements across household goods, restaurant meals and groceries. DOORDASH ROLLS OUT EMERGENCY GAS RELIEF AS PRICES SQUEEZE DRIVERS The analysis shows inflation easing across several categories, with some posting notable year-over-year declines. Egg prices have dropped significantly, lowering breakfast costs, while household goods prices have remained relatively stable. "There’s really no single story across local economies," Jessica Lachs, DoorDash’s chief analytics officer, told Fox News Digital. "National averages are a useful benchmark, but economic conditions can vary significantly at the local level." Lachs said the company designed its indexes to go beyond raw data and help illustrate what price changes mean in everyday life for consumers. ONE LITTLE-KNOWN MEETING HELPS DECIDE WHAT AMERICANS CAN AFFORD — AND WHAT THEY CAN’T The Everyday Essentials Index, which monitors staples like toothpaste, shampoo, toilet paper, laundry detergent, pain medicine and diapers, found that the average cost of these items has remained largely flat over the past 12 months. The most affordable city is Memphis, Tennessee, where the basket costs $51.93. While household costs have held steady, fast-casual spending spending has climbed slightly higher. DoorDash’s Cheeseburger Index, which tracks the cost of a classic meal of a burger, fries and a soda, found prices up just 3.7% over the past year, rising from $17.70 to $18.35 nationally. The index closely mirrors government data, tracking alongside the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ food-away-from-home consumer price index, which rose 3.9% in February. But that national figure masks wide variation at the local level. "When you look at the top 100 cities, you see some pretty stark differences in how much a cheeseburger meal can cost," Lachs said. For example in Lincoln, Nebraska, the meal averages $12.47, while in Anchorage, Alaska, it jumps to $26.96. In an analysis of its Breakfast Basics Index – which tracks items like eggs, a glass of milk, a bagel and an avocado – DoorDash found that prices fell 22.3% in the past year, due in part, to declining egg prices. THE COST OF THIS GROCERY STAPLE IS NEARING RECORD HIGHS — AND AMERICANS CAN’T GET ENOUGH The cities with the best deals for these food items are Greensboro, North Carolina, at $2.60, Richmond, Virginia, at $2.67 and Fort Worth, Texas, at $2.81. While national trends provide a helpful benchmark, the data shows that economic conditions still differ widely across local areas, where unique factors can influence prices in ways national averages may not capture. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8bef63fb569bd908665f7 State Judges Turn to Guns in New Era of Judicial Threats te 2026-04-10T09:12:22.860Z State Judges Turn to Guns in New Era of Judicial Threats A Times examination reveals thousands of threats against state judges, in addition to assaults and fatal attacks. Judges say local law enforcement agencies often can’t offer adequate protection. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8bee33fb569bd908665ee Where Mail Voting Began, Worries Spread Over Trump’s Attacks te 2026-04-10T09:12:03.013Z Where Mail Voting Began, Worries Spread Over Trump’s Attacks In the Pacific Northwest, mail-in ballots have been the norm for decades, but President Trump’s war on such voting has turned a point of regional pride into another partisan battle line. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8becf3fb569bd908665e5 Trump’s Changes Lock Some Employers Out of H-1B Visa Program te 2026-04-10T09:11:43.299Z Trump’s Changes Lock Some Employers Out of H-1B Visa Program Since imposing a $100,000 fee on new visas in September, the Trump administration has upended the skilled worker program. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8bebb3fb569bd908665dc Masked Men in San Francisco Offer Cash for Signatures on Ballot Initiatives te 2026-04-10T09:11:23.841Z Masked Men in San Francisco Offer Cash for Signatures on Ballot Initiatives California’s ballot initiative wars are so lucrative that signature gatherers are offering cash and pizza for names on a petition. The exchange is illegal, and state officials say they are investigating. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8bea83fb569bd908665d3 Democrats Eying 2028 Presidential Runs Court Black Voters te 2026-04-10T09:11:04.299Z Democrats Eying 2028 Presidential Runs Court Black Voters At a gathering in New York, potential candidates made overtures to a vital Democratic constituency. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8be943fb569bd908665ca To Fill Air Traffic Controller Shortage, F.A.A. Turns to Gamers te 2026-04-10T09:10:44.459Z To Fill Air Traffic Controller Shortage, F.A.A. Turns to Gamers Avid players of video games have emerged as a target demographic for recruiters at range of federal agencies, including the military and the Department of Homeland Security. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8be803fb569bd908665c1 Vance Faces Test of His Negotiating Skills With Iran Talks te 2026-04-10T09:10:24.644Z Vance Faces Test of His Negotiating Skills With Iran Talks Vice President JD Vance is leading negotiations this weekend toward an end to a war that he had opposed starting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8b3163fb569bd9086639e Artemis II nears end of historic mission with splashdown off California coast te 2026-04-10T08:21:42.770Z Artemis II nears end of historic mission with splashdown off California coast The Artemis II mission to the moon is nearing completion, but first comes a safe splashdown off the San Diego coast. The Orion spacecraft, carrying four astronauts, is expected to return Friday, with the U.S. Navy helping recover the capsule and crew from the Pacific Ocean. San Diego, a city with deep Navy roots, is playing a central role in that effort. Several bases in the area are helping lead the recovery, bringing a sense of pride and excitement to the community. Locals and visitors from across the country are expected to gather along the coastline and at museums throughout the area to witness the crew’s homecoming. ARTEMIS II ASTRONAUTS SHOW OFF APOLLO 18 FLAG FROM SPACE "We’re back in the game of deep space," said Jim Kidrick, president and CEO of the San Diego Air and Space Museum. "You go back to General Patton, World War II, you know, Americans love a winner… and will not tolerate a loser." The mission marks the latest chapter in space exploration, wrapping up, at least for now, off the Southern California coast. The astronauts aboard Orion are on their way home after traveling around the moon, reaching more than 252,000 miles from Earth. "I think people have been rejuvenated by one word that’s going on in space today, and that’s the moon," Kidrick added. ARTEMIS II PILOT VICTOR GLOVER’S DAUGHTER STEALS SPOTLIGHT WITH TRIBUTE  At the museum, the story of the Apollo program is once again front and center, as attention shifts back to deep space more than 50 years later. "There are so many…historic moments that have happened. So it’s kind of cool to just be a part of one of them," said Abigail Lawrence, who is visiting from Utah. Others visiting San Diego for the splashdown shared similar excitement. "You know what? What could be better than coming back to San Diego? I don’t know, I can’t think of anything. Anything," said Sheila Haas. San Diego-based sailors are also on the front lines, working with NASA to recover the Orion capsule from the Pacific and bring it aboard the USS John P. Murtha, a Navy landing platform dock (LPD). "I’m just happy to see that the Navy is able to use an LPD for such a peaceful mission," said Navy veteran David Haas. "The LPD are good all around ships for all sorts of things. And so it just makes me happy." After re-entry, Navy recovery teams will secure the spacecraft and help the crew out safely. "Our Navy certainly, with the NASA rescue team, all making sure that those astronauts finish up that mission wonderfully well and very safely," Kidrick said. Back at the Air and Space Museum, thousands of eyes are expected to be on the sky Friday evening, with a sense of hope that a new generation will continue the push into deep space. "We can help inspire, educate, get them excited… those young boys and girls who are really going to be those next generations," Kidrick said. "There can’t just be one greatest generation…The generations that follow you are gonna have a wonderful future because somebody will land on Mars."  For Artemis II to land off the San Diego coast, there cannot be any rain or thunderstorms within 35 miles of the splashdown zone. Forecasters are currently monitoring a storm in the Pacific, but so far, conditions for Friday appear to be on track. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8a4fd3fb569bd9086611b Best Bets: Friday, April 10, 2026 te 2026-04-10T07:21:33.169Z Best Bets: Friday, April 10, 2026 Today Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8a4e93fb569bd90866112 Davis Dam releases for April 10 te 2026-04-10T07:21:13.155Z Davis Dam releases for April 10 Saturday Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8a4d53fb569bd90866109 Gas prices April 10 te 2026-04-10T07:20:53.558Z Gas prices April 10 Arizona average: $4.75 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8a2723fb569bd90866055 Why Melania Trump is denying alleged smears related to Jeffrey Epstein–and wants victims to testify te 2026-04-10T07:10:42.758Z Why Melania Trump is denying alleged smears related to Jeffrey Epstein–and wants victims to testify It was, and I don't say this lightly, a jaw-dropping moment.  I'm sitting here with the TV on and all of a sudden there's a live shot of Melania Trump, reading a speech at the White House.  A speech about Jeffrey Epstein. A speech about how she's being smeared in connection with the late pedophile.  None of the journalists knew what to say. The first lady, talking about Epstein. Reporters were told she would be making remarks, but not the subject matter. Only that it would be newsy. EPSTEIN'S LAWYER 'NOT AWARE' OF ANY RELATIONSHIP TRUMP HAD WITH LATE CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER, COMER SAYS "I never had a relationship with Epstein or his accomplice, [Ghislaine] Maxwell. My email reply to Maxwell cannot be categorized as anything more than casual correspondence. My polite reply to her email doesn't amount to anything more than a travel note. I am not Epstein's victim. Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump. I met my husband by chance at a New York City party in 1998," the first lady said in her speech. There was pain in her voice. The three-minute speech, read in her accented English, was not easy for her.  When the Epstein files were released, there was correspondence between Maxwell, who called her "Sweet pea," and Melania signed hers "Love." Hardly a big deal. I didn't know there were any rumors about Melania Trump and Epstein. It seemed clear that the first lady was trying to get out ahead of something — but what? This had the feeling of the tip of an iceberg.  They first crossed paths in 2000: "I had never met Epstein and had no knowledge of his criminal undertakings. Numerous fake images and statements about Epstein and me have been calculating [circulating]on social media for years now. Be cautious about what you believe. These images and stories are completely false." Epstein pleaded guilty to sexual abuse in 2008 and served an absurdly light sentence of 13 months in Florida. And Donald Trump knew of his relationship with underage girls, having called Palm Beach authorities about it back in 2006.  KARL ROVE: TRUMP DROPPED BONDI, BUT THE REAL POLITICAL FIGHT IS JUST BEGINNING Still, Melania said, "I have never had any knowledge of Epstein’s abuse of his victims. I was never involved in any capacity. I was not a participant. Was never on Epstein's plane and never visited his private island. I have never been legally accused or convinced [convicted] of a crime in connection with Epstein. Sex trafficking, abuse of minors and other repulsive behavior. The false smears about me from mean-spirited and politically motivated individuals and entities looking to cause damage to my good name, to gain financially and climb politically, must stop." She added that she and her lawyers "have fought these unfounded and baseless lies with success." The New York Times reaction: "It was not clear why she chose to speak out now, or to what reports she was referring."  NBC’s Garrett Haake tweeted that the speech was "breathing new life into the Epstein saga." By the way, it was not a news conference, as the Washington Post and other outlets kept calling it. She took no questions. The first lady’s senior adviser, Marc Beckman, said in a statement noted by NBC that she is speaking out now because "enough is enough" and "the lies must stop." CAROLE RADZIWILL ADDRESSES YEARS-LONG GHISLAINE MAXWELL FRIENDSHIP AFTER NAME APPEARS IN EPSTEIN FILES Needless to say, this catapults the story right back into the media narrative — and at a time when it finally seemed to be fading as the country's attention is riveted on the Iran war and the shaky ceasefire.  Rep. Robert Garcia, the ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, said he agrees with the first lady and wants to "schedule a public hearing immediately." The Republican chairman, James Comer, who recently subpoenaed Hillary Clinton to testify about Epstein, canceled a scheduled deposition with Pam Bondi after she was fired as attorney general.  When Bondi testified at a disastrous hearing, she spent her time attacking the Democrats and refused to turn around and look at the victims seated behind her.  Todd Blanche, her likely successor and now acting attorney general, has said there is no need for DOJ to do anything further on Epstein. Blanche, who interviewed Epstein's convicted enabler, Ghislaine Maxwell, who was later transferred to a less restrictive prison, has also proclaimed his love for the president. But the last thing Donald Trump wants is a renewed media spotlight on Epstein's victims.  So there is clearly some kind of distancing going on.  What remains hazy is why Melania Trump decided to deliver this speech at the White House rather than, say, putting out a statement. Is there an accusation, true or false, that she is trying to preempt? There is much we still don't know.  But like everyone else who was watching, or has since seen the clips, I view it as a stunning moment in an administration that serves them up with amazing regularity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d894693fb569bd90865d79 ‘He didn’t care’: Husband describes anger after DUI crash at Cave Creek Bike Week injures wife, friend te 2026-04-10T06:10:49.259Z ‘He didn’t care’: Husband describes anger after DUI crash at Cave Creek Bike Week injures wife, friend Suspected DUI crash at Cave Creek Bike Week leaves two hospitalized, and a long recovery ahead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d88fcb3fb569bd90865c7e Country Thunder expected to draw 30,000 fans daily as music fans flock to Florence festival te 2026-04-10T05:51:07.505Z Country Thunder expected to draw 30,000 fans daily as music fans flock to Florence festival Country Thunder returns to Florence, Arizona, drawing 30,000 fans daily to a festival that blends country music, camping and a community experience. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d88fb73fb569bd90865c75 A town in Arizona could run out of water in just three months. Here's why. te 2026-04-10T05:50:47.494Z A town in Arizona could run out of water in just three months. Here's why. Kearny, a town southeast of the Valley and about 85 miles away from Phoenix, could run out of water by July 15, based on current usage, the town says. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d886583fb569bd90865aa9 A boy and a girl meet, and they fall in love. He disappears without a trace. What happens next is Emma Brodie's latest novel, 'Into the Blue.' te 2026-04-10T05:10:48.818Z A boy and a girl meet, and they fall in love. He disappears without a trace. What happens next is Emma Brodie's latest novel, 'Into the Blue.' 'Into the Blue' was named the Reese's Book Club pick for April. Here's why readers are loving the book so far. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8785a3fb569bd9086581c Lake Havasu City Parks and Recreation director nationally recognized te 2026-04-10T04:11:06.983Z Lake Havasu City Parks and Recreation director nationally recognized Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d878473fb569bd90865813 People of Havasu: Comfort Food te 2026-04-10T04:10:47.016Z People of Havasu: Comfort Food For 15 years, Linda Nietschke has watched a growing number of visitors to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church’s soup kitchen. But when there are children in the line, it’s always a mixed blessing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d86ee83fb569bd908655da Phoenix police rescue residents from burning apartment te 2026-04-10T03:30:48.394Z Phoenix police rescue residents from burning apartment Phoenix Police release video of an apartment fire in January Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d86a353fb569bd908654e1 Trump blasts Biden admin for releasing illegal immigrant now charged in fatal hammer attack on Florida mother te 2026-04-10T03:10:45.326Z Trump blasts Biden admin for releasing illegal immigrant now charged in fatal hammer attack on Florida mother President Donald Trump on Thursday condemned a violent video allegedly showing a Haitian illegal alien fatally attacking a Florida mother with a hammer last week, blasting the Biden administration for releasing the suspect in 2022. Rolbert Joachim, 40, is charged with second-degree murder and criminal damage to property after he was caught on camera bludgeoning the mother of two in broad daylight last Friday outside a Fort Myers gas station. "An Illegal Alien Criminal from Haiti, who was released into our Country by the WORST President in History, Crooked Joe Biden, and the Radical Democrats in Congress, just beat an innocent woman to death with a hammer at a gas station in Florida," Trump wrote in a Truth Social post. "The video of her brutal slaying is one of the most vicious things you will ever see. "This one killing should be enough for these Radical Judges to STOP impeding my Administration’s Immigration Policies, and allow us to END THIS SCAM ONCE AND FOR ALL," he added.  DAYLIGHT HAMMER ATTACK SUSPECT IS ILLEGAL ALIEN RELEASED UNDER BIDEN POLICIES: DHS Joachim first entered the U.S. in August 2022, and was released into the country under former President Joe Biden, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). A federal judge later issued a final order of removal against Joachim, but he was granted Temporary Protected Status, which Trump has described as "a massively abused and fraudulent program." He has also blamed what he called "radical liberal district court judges" for blocking efforts by his administration to end it. While a federal judge issued a final order of removal against him, Joachim was reportedly granted Temporary Protected Status, a program Trump called "massively abused and fraudulent" and difficult to eliminate due to Democratic support. The suspect then remained in the country after his status expired in 2024. SUSPECT IN FATAL NEW JERSEY HIT-AND-RUN CRASH IS ILLEGAL ALIEN, FUGITIVE: DHS Trump further said Democrats are turning the United States into what he called a "dumping ground," flooded with tens of millions of unvetted and "mentally insane" individuals. "To my fellow Republicans, and frankly all Common Sense Americans, NEVER FORGET that Joe Biden and the Democrat Party turned the United States of America into a dumping ground, allowing Tens of MILLIONS of Criminals, Lunatics, and the Mentally Insane from all over the World to pour into our Country, totally unvetted and unchecked through our wide Open Borders," he said.  "As I’ve said all along, if you import the Third World, you become the Third World, and that is what happened over the four years of Democrat Control." In the attack, the female victim was reportedly a store clerk at the gas station. According to the footage, she was repeatedly struck in the head with a hammer after confronting the suspect for smashing her car window. Trump urged prayers for the victim, who was the mother of two teenage daughters, according to a report from local outlet Gulf Coast News. "Please say a prayer for this innocent woman’s family. We will ensure quick and severe JUSTICE is served in this case!" Trump said.  Fox News' Alexandra Koch and Bill Melugin contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8632a3fb569bd908653c6 Coast Guard seizes over 4,500 pounds of cocaine worth $34M from suspected narco-terrorist vessel on Easter te 2026-04-10T02:40:42.973Z Coast Guard seizes over 4,500 pounds of cocaine worth $34M from suspected narco-terrorist vessel on Easter The U.S. Coast Guard seized more than 4,500 pounds of cocaine worth nearly $34 million what officials described as a suspected "narco-terrorist" vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Easter Sunday, according to DHS. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Coast Guard cutter Escanaba was alerted by a maritime patrol aircraft that the crew of a suspected narco-terrorist vessel was throwing contraband overboard. The Coast Guard deployed an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew to investigate the vessel, which was operating off the coast of Manta, Ecuador. DHS said the Escanaba crew deployed a cutter pursuit boat and recovered more than 4,510 pounds of cocaine. HEGSETH SAYS US STRIKES FORCE SOME CARTEL LEADERS TO HALT DRUG OPERATIONS DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the recovery was part of Operation Pacific Viper, a Coast Guard counter-drug operation launched in August 2025 in the Eastern Pacific. "Operation Pacific Viper plays a central part of President Trump’s fight against the cartels at sea, cutting off their ability to make money by trafficking their poison into our country," Mullin said in a statement. "This operation has already seized over 215,000 pounds of cocaine and has arrested over 160 suspected narco-traffickers." He added, "The brave men and women of the Coast Guard are saving American lives by keeping these deadly drugs out of our communities and off our streets." VIDEO CAPTURES US STRIKE ON SUSPECTED NARCO VESSEL IN EASTERN PACIFIC, COAST GUARD SEARCHES FOR 3 SURVIVORS DHS said the Coast Guard’s efforts to disrupt drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific are a key part of the Trump administration’s initiative to combat narco-terrorism and dismantle transnational criminal organizations. Through Operation Pacific Viper, the Coast Guard has seized more than 215,000 pounds of cocaine and apprehended more than 160 suspected narco-traffickers, according to DHS. According to DHS, the operation included the Coast Guard's largest drug seizure in its history, when it recovered more than 76,000 pounds of illegal drugs in August 2025, valued at $473 million. The total reflects multiple interdictions combined into a single offload. The Coast Guard also seized nearly 50,000 pounds of illicit drugs in November 2025, valued at $362 million — one of the largest totals attributed to a Coast Guard cutter from multiple interdictions, according to DHS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d859f73fb569bd90865144 Supreme Court blocks candidate after alleged GOP infiltration scheme exposed te 2026-04-10T02:01:27.884Z Supreme Court blocks candidate after alleged GOP infiltration scheme exposed The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a self-described "progressive" candidate’s bid to enter Ohio’s Republican primary, leaving in place a decision by state election officials to disqualify him for misrepresenting his party affiliation. Samuel Ronan, a former Democratic state and national candidate, attempted to run as a Republican in Ohio’s 15th Congressional District against GOP incumbent Rep. Mike Carey. To do so, he signed a declaration of candidacy — under penalty of election falsification — swearing that he was a member of the Republican Party. However, court documents filed in U.S. District Court note Ronan was caught publicly admitting that his candidacy was part of a calculated strategy to run Democrats as Republicans in "deep red districts" to "get a foot in the door." A Republican voter, Mark Schare, filed a protest with the Franklin County Board of Elections, presenting social media posts and interviews as evidence of Ronan's scheme to "trick" GOP voters. 'GOP' HOUSE CANDIDATE ADMITS SHE'S ACTUALLY A PROGRESSIVE IN VIRAL VIDEO: 'TELLING PEOPLE THE TRUTH' Ronan claimed in his application he did not lie about his affiliation, citing similar party deviations by politicians including former President Ronald Reagan, President Donald Trump and "hundreds of others," according to a report from Courthouse News Service. After the elections board tied along party lines, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose stepped in to toss Ronan off the ballot. LaRose said the case was a matter of "the integrity of the electoral process," slamming Ronan's alleged mission to infiltrate the party, according to court filings. FLASHBACK: DEM SENATE CANDIDATE WAS CRITICAL VOTE IN CONFIRMING JUDGE WHO TIED VOTER ID TO 'WHITE SUPREMACY' In response, Ronan filed a federal lawsuit claiming his First Amendment rights were violated because the state used his core political speech against him to remove him from the ballot. Chief U.S. District Judge Sarah D. Morrison swiftly rejected Ronan's arguments, ruling the First Amendment does not protect a candidate who submits a fraudulent declaration of candidacy. "It cannot be the case that a State must allow a candidate on a partisan ballot even if he lied about his party affiliation simply because the First Amendment is implicated," Morrison wrote in her opinion. GOP TEXAS CANDIDATE IN THE HOT SEAT AFTER RIVAL EXPOSES FAMILY'S DEM DONATIONS: 'DOESN'T MAKE SENSE' She noted that while Ohio allows candidates to legally change their political affiliation, election officials are not required to ignore a candidate's public statements that directly contradict their sworn oath. The court emphasized the state has a "substantial interest" in barring candidates from fraudulently attesting they belong to a political party when they do not. Morrison also dismissed Ronan's claims that a Republican elections board member was unconstitutionally biased against him, finding that political association does not prove a risk of bias. Following the legal loss, Ronan asked the Supreme Court on Monday to intervene prior to early voting. Justice Brett Kavanaugh, a Trump appointee, referred the application to the full court, which denied Ronan’s request without explanation, according to Courthouse News Service. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d859e43fb569bd9086513b ICE says more criminal migrants arrested on 1-year anniversary of program to support victims of migrant crime te 2026-04-10T02:01:08.430Z ICE says more criminal migrants arrested on 1-year anniversary of program to support victims of migrant crime Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced on Thursday it had arrested more alleged illegal migrants who have been convicted of various crimes, which coincides with the one-year anniversary of the agency reopening its program to support victims of migrant crime. The arrests and convictions described by ICE have not been independently verified. ICE's Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office was relaunched on April 10, 2025, aiming to offer resources to victims of crimes committed by illegal migrants and the victims' families. The program was first launched in 2017 under President Donald Trump's first administration but was replaced in 2021 by the Victims Engagement and Services Line, a different program under the Biden administration before it was relaunched last year after Trump returned to office. ICE said the anniversary of the program's reopening comes just after multiple arrests were made on Wednesday of suspected illegal migrants convicted of crimes such as injury to a child, assault and robbery. ICE did not specify whether the individuals were newly arrested or transferred from local custody following prior convictions, nor did it provide dates for the underlying convictions. ICE DETAINER LODGED FOR ILLEGAL MIGRANT ACCUSED OF MURDERING 15-YEAR-OLD MISSOURI BOY WHO BEGGED FOR HIS LIFE "The brave men and women of ICE law enforcement continue to target criminal illegal aliens in our communities to prevent another American from being raped, maimed, or murdered by an illegal alien who should have NEVER been in our country. The American victims are [why] we fight," Department of Homeland Security Acting Assistant Secretary of Public Affairs Lauren Bis said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Yesterday, ICE arrested multiple violent assailants, including one depraved monster who injured a CHILD. With every arrest, ICE is making American communities safer. We will never stop fighting for justice for the victims of illegal alien crime," Bis continued. The agency offered a sample of some of the arrests. ICE did not say how many total individuals were arrested nationwide as part of this announcement. DHS PREPS DEPORTATION OF ALLEGED MS-13 GANG MEMBER WANTED FOR PASTOR'S MURDER IN EL SALVADOR Juan Lorenzo Hurtado-Flores, from Peru, was convicted of criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation and injury to a child in White Plains, New York, according to ICE. Vu Nguyen, from Vietnam, was convicted of assault with a semiautomatic firearm in Pasadena, California, the agency said. The agency said Omar Alexander Rodriguez-Grande, from El Salvador, was convicted of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in Harris County, Texas. Oscar Fransisco, from Guatemala, was convicted of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in Palm Beach, Florida, according to the agency. ICE said Josue Coreas-Chavez, from El Salvador, was convicted of robbery in Riverhead, New York. "Illegal aliens harming American citizens is unconscionable. But now, thanks to President Trump, we're able to help people victimized by criminal aliens through the VOICE Office," ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons said when the relaunch of the program was announced last year. "I'm extremely proud of ICE’s entire workforce — the officers and agents on the ground who are enforcing immigration law fairly, the support staff who pull these operations together and handle logistics, and those who help shine a light on those who have suffered harm at illegal aliens’ hands." VOICE was replaced in 2021 during the Biden administration with the Victims Engagement and Services Line to "serve as a more comprehensive and inclusive victim support system offered by ICE that will ensure services are offered to all victims regardless of immigration status of the victim or perpetrator." "Providing assistance to society’s most vulnerable is a core American value. All people, regardless of their immigration status, should be able to access victim services without fear," then-DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said at the time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d859b53fb569bd9086510d Let’s talk about sexual abuse and where to find help in Tucson te 2026-04-10T02:00:21.959Z Let’s talk about sexual abuse and where to find help in Tucson This story was published in collaboration with Somos Tucson. After civil rights activist Dolores Huerta released a statement revealing that César Chávez had raped her during the 1960s — when she was in her thirties —  at Somos Tucson we decided to focus on addressing sexual assault and the support resources available in Tucson for survivors of sexual abuse. Huerta’s statement, published on March 18, followed a multi-year investigation by The New York Times into the sexual misconduct of the revered farmworker leader. In a second encounter, Huerta stated that she was manipulated and pressured into having sexual relations with him. The report documents allegations from two other women, Ana Murguía and Debra Rojas, who claimed to have been sexually abused by Chávez when they were children. It also included accounts from other women who have not spoken out publicly. In Huerta’s case, both instances of abuse resulted in pregnancies that she kept secret. “I had experienced abuse and sexual violence before, and I convinced myself these were incidents that I had to endure alone and in secret. I have never identified myself as a victim, but I now understand that I am a survivor — of violence, of sexual abuse, of domineering men who saw me, and other women, as property, or things to control.” — Dolores Huerta, in a public statement made March 18, 2026.  Given that the individuals involved are public figures, the revelations have had a significant impact: a necessary debate on the subject was sparked; conflicting opinions (and judgments) — particularly on social media — have emerged regarding Huerta’s decisions. Events scheduled to celebrate the anniversary of Chávez’s birth on March 31 — proclaimed in 2014 as the National Day of César Chávez by then-President Barack Obama — have been canceled. In Tucson, Mayor Regina Romero renamed César Chávez Day as Dolores Huerta Day for this year. However, sexual abuse is more prevalent than we often remember. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in five women in the United States has experienced “rape or attempted rape,” and four out of five (81%) women in this country have experienced “some form of sexual harassment and/or assault during their lifetime.” According to this data, 43% of men have also experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault. The fact that sexual harassment is so common in our society reflects a deep-seated culture of acceptance regarding this type of violence, something that makes it even more difficult for those who experience it to expose it says Imelda Esquer, co-founder and director of CreSer, an organization that provides resources to Hispanic women in Tucson. “I believe the most important thing is to recognize the role played by the culture of violence that is so deeply ingrained within us. Behind an abuser stands not merely an individual, but an entire system that sustains him and a culture that, in many cases, normalizes or even applauds him.” — Imelda Esquer, co-founder of CreSer From her perspective, the current challenge lies not solely in encouraging those who have suffered abuse to come forward and file a report, but also in analyzing how we —both as individuals and as a system — respond when such information is brought to light. “When accusations are directed at people in positions of power, it becomes even more difficult for victims to speak out,” Esquer said. Resources for survivors of sexual abuse in Tucson The decision to speak out or remain silent is just one aspect of the pressure faced by those who are suffering from abuse or have survived it. For this reason, this evolving list includes community resources for people impacted in various ways by sexual abuse. Most of these organizations also assist individuals seeking help on behalf of someone else. Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse Emerge’s services include shelter for survivors of sexual abuse in Tucson. Supports survivors of domestic violence, including sexual abuse. Services: Assistance in crisis situations, planning for emotional and physical safety, and identification of available community options and resources, including direct referrals to specialists. Emerge also offers emergency shelter, community education, and a housing stability program. Contact: 24/7 Multilingual Hotline at 520-795-4266 and 1-888-428-0101. SACASA, Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault Offers services to survivors of sexual assault in Southern Arizona. They serve direct victims and those suffering from the effects of abuse, as well as survivors of both recent and past sexual assaults. Services: Crisis intervention, advocacy, 24-hour information and referrals, and individual and group therapy. A Spanish-language therapy group called “Buscando Seguridad” meets on Fridays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., where participants learn about the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). SACASA also provides education regarding sexual assault to the general community. Contact: 520-327-1171. 24/7 Bilingual Crisis Line: 520-327-7273. Location: 1600 N. Country Club, Tucson, 85716; open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ACASI, Arizona Child and Adolescent Survivor Initiative A program at Arizona State University (ASU) that offers specialized services to children who have lost a parent due to intimate partner violence, as well as to their adult caregivers, throughout the state. “Parent” may refer to a biological parent, stepparent, guardian, foster family or other caregiver. Services: Information, referrals to specialists, and connections to resources; specialized counseling/therapy; group therapy and peer support; crisis intervention (in person or by phone); assistance with applying for victim compensation; and individual accompaniment and advocacy. Contact: 602-496-1327. Email: acasi@asu.edu. You can also fill out their form here. Mexican Consulate of Tucson The Mexican Consulate, through its Department for the Protection of Mexicans, works with many organizations that provide support to survivors of sexual abuse in Tucson and Southern Arizona.. The consulate features the Policy for Outreach and Comprehensive Care for Women (Política de Vinculación y Atención Integral para la Mujer o VAIM) program and the Department for the Protection of Mexicans. Services: Legal guidance and counseling, local resources, and informational sessions regarding rights, health, education, and finances. Contact: Center for Information and Assistance to Mexican Nationals (CIAM) phone: 520-623-7874. In person: 3915 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, 85711; you may visit without an appointment Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email: civiltuc@sre.gob.mx.  La Frontera Arizona La Frontera has several clinics in Tucson, some specializing in minors. Credit: Susan Barnett. The organization’s objective is to build a safer, stronger and healthier community. It operates several clinics in Tucson, as well as residential facilities for mental health and substance abuse treatment. According to its website, La Frontera has partnered with the Pima County Health Department to increase access to mental health services for young people under the age of 25. Services: It offers a variety of services, including domestic violence support groups, individual, group, and family counseling, psychiatric care, and housing assistance, among others. Contact: Community Crisis Line: 520-622-6000. Customer Service: 520-838-5558. To enroll in their services, call 520-838-3804 or send an email to enroll@lafrontera.org.  Clínica Amistad The clinic has provided free health services since 2003 to serve Tucson’s low-income and uninsured community. Services: In addition to health services, this clinic offers psychological services. Its hours of operation are Tuesday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: Phone: 520-305-5107. Location: 101 W. Irvington Road, Building 3-C, Tucson, 85714. Southern Arizona Legal Aid The organization provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in Southern Arizona. Services: Legal support to obtain protection orders for victims of domestic abuse, divorce, child support, and restoration of rights, among other cases. Contact: 520-623-9461 and 1-800-248-6789. In person: 2343 E. Broadway Blvd., suite 200, Tucson, 85719. Request assistance online. Pima County Offers a pamphlet in English and Spanish containing information on support services for victims of various types of abuse. These include: Pima County Emergency Line: (520) 622-6000 Child Protective Services Support (24 hrs): (520) 721-3097 Child Abuse Reporting Line: 888-767-2445 View the full pamphlet here. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 University of Arizona’s Survivor Support Services Offers confidential services to individuals affiliated with the university (students and staff) who identify as survivors of abuse, harassment or mistreatment. CreSer A cultural and resource center established in 2025. It defines itself as a safe space where Hispanic women and their families can find safety, support, celebration and growth. Services: Skill-building classes, spaces for dialogue, and workshops. A workshop on domestic violence will be held on April 13 and 26 at a location to be determined. You can register here. Contact: Instagram, Facebook. Do you know of another organization that should be included in this list? Write to us at somostucson2025@gmail.com.  Liliana López Ruelas contributed to this story. Translation: Susan Barnett. The post Let’s talk about sexual abuse and where to find help in Tucson appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d857773fb569bd908650ec ICE alquilará espacio de oficinas en Flagstaff, informa la ciudad te 2026-04-10T01:50:47.790Z ICE alquilará espacio de oficinas en Flagstaff, informa la ciudad El 9 de abril, la ciudad informó que ICE firmó un contrato de arrendamiento para un espacio de oficinas cerca de Woodland Village Blvd. y Plaza Way. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d855333fb569bd9086506b City of Flagstaff, Flagstaff Police Department announce ICE has signed lease for South Plaza Way office space te 2026-04-10T01:41:07.278Z City of Flagstaff, Flagstaff Police Department announce ICE has signed lease for South Plaza Way office space In a joint announcement on Thursday afternoon, the City of Flagstaff and the Flagstaff Police Department (FPD) confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Enforcement and Removal Operations signed a lease for office space at 1585 S. Plaza Way. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8551c3fb569bd90865040 MAN VS MACHINE: Philadelphians aren't taking kindly to sharing sidewalks with delivery robots te 2026-04-10T01:40:44.404Z MAN VS MACHINE: Philadelphians aren't taking kindly to sharing sidewalks with delivery robots Philadelphia residents have been sharing the sidewalks with robot delivery drivers for about a month and they're not thrilled with the change. Uber Eats held a demo on March 10 showing off Avride autonomous delivery robots, which officially launched in the city of brotherly love that same week. The robots were described as "the future of delivery," but the humans around them quickly began resenting the automated couriers. In late March, an Uber Eats delivery robot in Philadelphia's Center City neighborhood, was kicked multiple times. The second time the autonomous delivery bot was kicked it toppled over, according to WPVI-TV, which noted that the people who attacked the robot put it on its wheels. The kicking incident occurred just after another viral incident in which someone sat on one of the robots. "When delivery robots are introduced in a new area, it’s quite common to see heightened curiosity from people around them. Some may try to ‘test’ how the robot reacts — for example, by stepping in front of it or attempting to interact with it directly. This is a known and expected phase as people get used to the technology. These few cases of vandalism in Philadelphia did not affect our service area expansion plans," Avride, the company that makes the robots, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. THE ROBOTAXI PRICE WAR HAS STARTED. HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW. "The robots are designed to respond conservatively: in most cases, they will simply stop and wait if someone approaches or interferes, resuming their route only once the interaction has ended. In practice, these moments are usually brief — people tend to satisfy their curiosity within a minute or so and then move on. At the same time, we do not condone intentional damage or unsafe behavior toward the robots," the company added. Lindsay Ouellette, a third year PhD student in Social Psychology who is part of Temple University's Robot Social Navigation Amongst Pedestrians (roboSNAP) team, told BillyPenn that the frustration with the robots is not new, just aimed at a new target. She said that just as pedestrians can be frustrated with fellow humans who walk slowly or are looking at their phones, they can also take issue with the delivery robots. The delivery robots have been deployed in dozens of cities across the U.S., including Austin, Dallas and Jersey City. The robots keep the orders secure by requiring customers to unlock the cargo hatch through the Uber Eats app. Additionally, Avride is immediately notified if someone tampers with or tries to steal the device. "The cargo compartment of each delivery robot is securely locked and can only be opened by the intended recipient through a mobile app. If anyone attempts unauthorized access or tries to steal the robot, it triggers an alert to our remote operator. The operator will immediately connect to the robot’s sensory feed to evaluate the situation and take appropriate action to secure it," Avride said on its website. WAYMO AUTONOMOUS CAR BLOCKS AMBULANCE CREW RESPONDING TO DEADLY AUSTIN MASS SHOOTING While the robots are able to navigate without human intervention, Avride has a remote support team that is able to control the robots in the case of "an extraordinary situation arises." The robotic delivery service is available from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the Philadelphia neighborhoods of Center City, Chinatown and Old City. The robots use LIDAR sensors and cameras to navigate and are able to travel at approximately 5 miles per hour. Avride says its robots are able to operate in a variety of weather conditions, including rain and snow. Additionally, the company said its bots can interpret and recognize traffic light signals, giving them the ability to safely navigate busy city streets. While customers have shown skepticism, business owners see robot deliverers as an opportunity. "I think more ability to deliver food is better for us," Jeff Newman, owner of Hi-Lo Taco Company told WTXF-TV. "And certainly right now it started raining, and we see that we have a higher demand for take-out and delivery, but we also have fewer drivers." Uber forwarded Fox News Digital's request for comment to Avride. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d852c33fb569bd90864fc9 Child among 4 dead as accused arsonist allegedly drank beer during chaos te 2026-04-10T01:30:43.643Z Child among 4 dead as accused arsonist allegedly drank beer during chaos A New York City man is facing murder charges after allegedly randomly setting a fire in a Queens apartment building that killed four people — including a 3-year-old girl — and injured seven others, authorities announced. Roman Amatitla, 38, of Maspeth, was arrested Wednesday and arraigned on multiple charges, including eight counts of second-degree murder and first-degree arson, for the March 16 blaze at a three-story building in Flushing.  He faces up to 25 years to life in prison if convicted. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz called the incident an "act of mass murder," noting Amatitla's chilling lack of motive. WAVE OF ALLEGED MIGRANT MURDERS IGNITES FURY ACROSS US AS OFFICIALS WARN OF MORE CARNAGE, CRACKDOWN NEEDED "Shockingly, the defendant had no known connection to the building or any of its occupants and selected the building at random," Katz wrote in a statement. According to prosecutors, Amatitla was seen entering and exiting the Avery Avenue building multiple times late that morning, at one point urinating in front of the apartments.  He then went to a nearby gas station, where he bought a beer, stole a second one, and took a pack of matches after refusing to pay for a lighter, authorities allege. FOUR-TIME DEPORTED HONDURAN ARRESTED AFTER SHOVING ELDERLY AIR FORCE VET ONTO NYC SUBWAY TRACKS, DHS REVEALS He then entered the apartment building for a fourth and final time, authorities said, allegedly lighting a piece of paper on fire and tossing it onto trash near a stairwell.  As smoke engulfed the street, he stayed in the immediate area to watch the building burn. During a court hearing on Thursday, Queens Assistant District Attorney Gabriel Reale said Amatitla "watched as people jumped from various windows, some of them living, one of them dying" while sipping on a beer, according to a report from the New York Post. VETERAN, 83, SHOVED ONTO NYC SUBWAY TRACKS DIES FROM INJURIES, ILLEGAL MIGRANT CHARGED WITH MURDER Three of the people killed in the blaze, identified as Sihan Yang, 3, Chengri Cui, 49, and Shin Chie Ming, 61, were found in the building and pronounced dead at the scene from smoke inhalation.  A fourth victim, Hong Zhao, 64, died at a local hospital after suffering multiple broken bones and brain trauma when he leaped from a window to escape the flames. Among those injured were a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) lieutenant and a firefighter who plunged into the basement when a staircase collapsed during rescue operations, resulting in thermal burns and smoke inhalation. Four other occupants were injured jumping from the building to flee the fire, while a fifth was rescued from a second-story window by firefighters. Prosecutors said Amatitla "had to get his rage out on someone or something," though no official motive has been released. New York City Police Department records note he is from Mexico, though his immigration status has not been confirmed. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) did not immediately respond to inquiries from Fox News Digital. Amatitla was remanded into custody by Criminal Court Judge Thomas Wright-Fernandez and is scheduled to return to court on April 13. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8507e3fb569bd90864f53 California school board member refuses to follow state’s sanctuary policies, citing 'rule of law' te 2026-04-10T01:21:02.947Z California school board member refuses to follow state’s sanctuary policies, citing 'rule of law' A California school district told Fox News Digital Thursday it is not following the state’s updated guidance on handling immigration enforcement. Districts across the state were expected to update state guidance by March 1 to ensure students are shielded from immigration enforcement.  California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced in December 2025 that "approximately 133,000 undocumented children attend California’s public K-12 schools, and many more have parents or relatives who do not have legal status." However, Lakeside Union School District in southern California believes the effort is merely political. DHS SLAMS CALIFORNIA 'SANCTUARY' COUNTY AFTER MOM ALLEGEDLY MURDERED BY 2 HONDURAN NATIONALS "In Lakeside, we believe in the rule of law. I refuse to put my district's federal funding and the students it serves at risk by opposing federal law enforcement. It’s not our teachers or school secretaries' job to oppose law enforcement. That’s wrong," Lakeside Unified School District Trustee Andrew Hayes told Fox News Digital. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond mandated school districts update their policies "limiting assistance with immigration enforcement at public schools, to the fullest extent possible consistent with federal and state law, and ensuring that public schools remain safe and accessible to all California residents, regardless of immigration status." In February, Hayes joined the chorus of California school board members accusing California education officials and teachers unions of "fearmongering" over immigration enforcement as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was criticized over the killing of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. IGNORED ICE DETAINERS ‘PUT LIVES AT RISK,’ DHS SAYS, TARGETING NEWSOM, PRITZKER, HEALEY The school board members reacted to Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho reporting earlier this year that students were not showing up to class in the second semester of the 2025-2026 school year due to concerns over immigration enforcement. Responding to fearmongering claims from school board members, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) told Fox News Digital Thursday it had not entered schools to arrest children. "ICE is not going to schools to arrest children. We are protecting children. Criminals are no longer able to hide in America’s schools to avoid arrest," the spokesperson said.  "The Trump administration will not tie the hands of our brave law enforcement and instead trusts them to use common sense. If a dangerous illegal alien felon were to flee into a school or a child sex offender is working as an employee, there may be a situation where an arrest is made to protect public safety." Hayes doubled down in a statement to Fox News Digital, saying that the guidance issued by the state was all fanfare. "This ‘model’ policy is purely political and not about kids. It’s all fanfare to advance Gavin Newsom’s political agenda. The fact is ICE isn’t coming to schools," Hayes said.  "That’s a narrative created by left-wing activists to instill fear and decrease enrollment so that the Sacramento education bureaucracy can go beg Newsom for more money to cover up their failure to educate our kids properly." The trustee claimed his statement "reflects the opinion" of his colleagues. The school district did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.  CALIFORNIA ALLOCATING $35M TO SUPPORT ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS AMID TRUMP'S MASS DEPORTATION AGENDA The Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration and ramping up of deportation efforts have caused some schools to take action.  Oceanside Unified School District in San Diego County beefed up security and provided scripts for staff to "keep ICE out of schools." Visitors must be buzzed in to enter the front office. Front office signs were updated, and signs were put up to identify areas restricted to students and staff. "OUSD is following updated state laws on this topic, though practices on law enforcement on campus have been part of our board policy since before 2020," a spokesperson told Fox News Digital in January. Newsom's office did not respond to requests for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8506b3fb569bd90864f4a Neighbor fatally shoots alleged gunman after 2 women shot in domestic dispute te 2026-04-10T01:20:43.064Z Neighbor fatally shoots alleged gunman after 2 women shot in domestic dispute A Washington state man was shot and killed by a neighbor after allegedly opening fire on two women during a domestic dispute that spilled into a nearby driveway, police said. Officers with the Puyallup Police Department (PPD) responded around 9:10 a.m. April 2, where investigators allege 47-year-old Arnino Guanlao shot two adult female relatives after a family argument escalated outside the home. A neighbor, who had been inside at the time, came outside and intervened, fatally shooting Guanlao, according to police. One of the victims, 23-year-old Christiannel Lyle Macapagal Maningat, died at the scene. The second woman was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, authorities said. ‘GOOD SAMARITAN’ DESCRIBES TACKLING TRANS SHOOTER AT RHODE ISLAND ICE RINK: ‘WENT FOR THE GUN’ Authorities said the case remains under investigation, including a review of the neighbor’s use of force. Washington law allows a person to use force to protect themselves or others if they reasonably believe it is necessary, but deadly force is only justified when facing an immediate threat of serious injury or death. "That’s under investigation, as to exactly how the circumstances took place," PPD Capt. Kevin Gill said during a press briefing. MAN ACCUSED OF TIMED BEATINGS NOW CHARGED WITH MURDER AFTER WOMAN FOUND DEAD IN RIVER: REPORT Witnesses described a chaotic scene as gunfire erupted in the neighborhood. "There was a girl here who was face down, and she was still breathing a little and trying to move a little, but she wasn't doing much and then pretty quick a cop came on scene and he and I pulled her out, turned her over and found her gunshot wound on her abdomen," neighbor Michelle Weingarden-Bandes told FOX 13 Seattle. "We are all not just in shock about what we saw, those of us who were out here this morning, but that this has happened in our neighborhood," she added. RHODE ISLAND ICE RINK SHOOTING VICTIMS CONFIRMED AS SHOOTER'S DAUGHTER ALLEGES 'VENDETTA' AGAINST FAMILY Investigators said the neighbor who shot the suspect is cooperating as detectives work to determine the circumstances surrounding the use of force, according to FOX 13 Seattle. Detectives are also working to determine what led to the dispute and are processing multiple scenes tied to the incident, the outlet reported. Residents reported hearing multiple gunshots during the incident. FAMILY SPEAKS OF 'PROFOUND PAIN' AFTER TRANS DAD GUNS DOWN EX-WIFE, SON AT HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY GAME Law enforcement officials said detectives are continuing to interview witnesses, many of whom were left distraught by the violence. Additional reporting by Law&Crime identified Guanlao as the victims’ stepfather and said he had been firing at his adult stepdaughters when the neighbor intervened. Authorities have not said what sparked the initial dispute. WASHINGTON STATE STABBING RAMPAGE LEAVES 5 DEAD, INCLUDING SUSPECT SHOT BY DEPUTIES The PPD said detectives with its Criminal Investigations Division, along with the Metro Cities Crime Response Unit, are continuing to investigate the incident. Fox News Digital has reached out to police for additional information. The violence has left the victims’ family reeling. A GoFundMe created for the family says the victims’ mother is now caring for her surviving daughters while grieving the loss of one child and remaining at the bedside of another who is still hospitalized. The fundraiser, which has raised nearly $19,000, says the family’s lives "changed in a matter of moments" and describes the emotional toll on the two other daughters, who are now coping with the aftermath of the violence. Organizers said the funds will help cover funeral costs, medical expenses and basic living needs as the family navigates the aftermath of the shooting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d84e413fb569bd90864f01 Dropping Dimes with Cam and Chilly | Episode 32 te 2026-04-10T01:11:29.589Z Dropping Dimes with Cam and Chilly | Episode 32 For Episode 32, Cam and Chilly talk to Washington commit and O'Connor High School running back Jeremy Adeyanju and pro pickleball player Augie Ge. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d84e2e3fb569bd90864ef8 Charges submitted against 19-year-old allegedly involved in fatal hit-and-run in Tempe te 2026-04-10T01:11:10.047Z Charges submitted against 19-year-old allegedly involved in fatal hit-and-run in Tempe Tempe police announced on April 9 that they submitted a charge of hit and run, failure to remain at the scene of an accident involving death, against Bellowe. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d84e013fb569bd90864ebd White House Warned Staff Not to Engage in Insider Trading Amid War With Iran te 2026-04-10T01:10:25.500Z White House Warned Staff Not to Engage in Insider Trading Amid War With Iran The directive came amid a surge of suspiciously well-timed trades on oil and prediction markets just ahead of crucial moments in the conflict. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d84be73fb569bd90864e6a Lake Havasu City to hold ribbon cutting for new playground equipment te 2026-04-10T01:01:27.876Z Lake Havasu City to hold ribbon cutting for new playground equipment On Wednesday, Lake Havasu City invites the community to Rotary Community Park, located at 1400 South Smoketree Avenue, for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the installation of the new We-Go-Round playground equipment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d84bd23fb569bd90864e58 Latino rights group sues GOP legislative leaders over bans on protesters from Capitol te 2026-04-10T01:01:06.416Z Latino rights group sues GOP legislative leaders over bans on protesters from Capitol (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) A Latino and immigrant rights group is suing the Republican leaders of the Arizona Senate and House of Representatives, accusing them of violating the constitutional rights of multiple people who were banned from visiting the state legislature for protesting.  Living United for Change in Arizona filed a lawsuit in federal court last week against Senate President Warren Petersen and Speaker Steve Montenegro, calling on the court to order that the bans be rescinded.  Republicans and the group have long been at odds. LUCHA members frequently voice opposition at public hearings of bills it opposes or march outside legislative buildings criticizing Republican lawmakers for backing anti-immigrant legislation. Protests organized by the group often result in members being kicked out of committee rooms or from the public gallery.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE Since January, Republicans have taken a harsher approach in a bid to keep LUCHA members away permanently. At least eight people, including one person who was protesting in the public area outside the legislative buildings, were notified by security guards that they were prohibited from stepping foot in either the state Senate or House under threat of arrest for the rest of the legislative session. Most of them were handed the notices after vocally opposing bills in ways that Republicans said disrupted committee hearings.  During one protest of a bill that sought to criminalize community activists for notifying people about the presence of federal immigration agents in their neighborhoods, LUCHA members shouted down lawmakers and chanted “No justice, no peace! No ICE on our streets!”, causing Republicans to leave the room briefly.  Just a day later, bans were handed out to LUCHA members who packed a hearing room in anticipation of a bill that would have required counties to staff polling places with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. Kim Quintero, a spokeswoman for Senate Republicans, told the Mirror at the time that people who were given notices were identified from video footage of previous committee hearings.   Alejandra Gomez, the executive director of LUCHA, denounced the bans as an “abuse of power” and a violation of civil rights in a written statement.  “The Arizona Legislature is a public building,” she said. “The lawmakers inside work for the people of this state. Community members have every constitutional right to be present, to petition their government, and to peacefully protest legislation that directly impacts their families. Instead, they are being silenced. Instead, they are being intimidated.” People who were barred from the state legislature were given printed notices warning them that they were accused of trespassing because of “disorderly behavior” and that if they returned at any time for any reason during the remainder of the legislative session, they would be arrested. The notice cited an Arizona law that makes it a class 2 misdemeanor to “commit disorderly conduct in the immediate view and presence” of either legislative building that interrupts proceedings.  Most of the bans were from the state Senate. Only one man was barred from both the state Senate and later verbally told he would be arrested if he entered the House following a protest outside the building.  Gomez pointed out that no one was told what constituted “disorderly conduct” or given a way to object to the accusation. She claimed that members were singled out for being associated with LUCHA and that the bans appeared to be racially motivated, because white people who engaged in similar activities outside or in committee rooms weren’t banned.  Neither Petersen nor Montenegro responded to requests for comment.  In the lawsuit, attorney Jacqueline Mendez Soto argues that the bans are an unreasonable and unlawful restraint on the constitutional rights of the eight people who were given notices.  Soto wrote that the court has already ruled that the state legislature is a “limited public forum” and decided that the lawmakers can’t issue excessive punishments to prevent protests. In 2015, the court ruled that state Sen. Russell Pearce violated the constitutional rights of immigrant rights activist Salvador Reza when he banned Reza from the legislature for loudly booing during debate of SB1070 in an overflow room that Pearce argued could be heard in the main committee room.  The lawsuit argues that banning people from the state legislature for the rest of the session impairs their ability to protest against legislation they disagree with and violates the court’s threshold for reasonable actions. Soto added that, while the alleged disorderly conduct was never defined, if it was the vocal objections that many of the people made during the committee hearing, that was dealt with at that time, when lawmakers ordered that security guards escort them from the room. “Banning Plaintiffs from all access for any purpose clearly exceeds the bounds of reasonableness,” Soto wrote. “They respectfully and peacefully left the hearing upon request. No further action against them was required. The extra punishment to ban them from the entire building for the rest of the session was punitive.”  LUCHA claims that the bans violate the First Amendment rights of its members to engage in free speech, petition their elected officials for redress of grievances and associate with groups they agree with without being targeted. Soto also wrote that the move to prevent people from protesting against legislation Republicans support constitutes discrimination based on viewpoint, which the court has previously determined isn’t a good justification to keep people away from the state legislature.  “By banning Plaintiffs, (Petersen and Montenegro) have effectively silenced the primary voices of a specific political viewpoint within the legislative forum,” Soto wrote. YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d84ba83fb569bd90864e2e U.S. Government Moves Toward Automatic Registration for Military Draft te 2026-04-10T01:00:24.887Z U.S. Government Moves Toward Automatic Registration for Military Draft For decades, draft-eligible men ages 18 to 25 have been required to register with the Selective Service System. Most states offer a registration option on driver’s license applications. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d849653fb569bd90864dcd Melania Trump's forceful Epstein denial draws bipartisan support from lawmakers te 2026-04-10T00:50:45.109Z Melania Trump's forceful Epstein denial draws bipartisan support from lawmakers Reactions poured in Thursday after first lady Melania Trump issued a rare on-camera statement forcefully rebuking allegations linking her to disgraced financier and convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Speaking earlier in the day, Melania Trump said she was never friends with Epstein or his associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, and stressed that neither played any role in her introduction to her husband, President Donald Trump. "The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today," she said. "The individuals lying about me are devoid of ethical standards, humility and respect. I do not object to their ignorance, but rather, I reject their mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation."  As she emphasized that her name never appeared in court documents related to Epstein, several political figures quickly took to social media to publicly rally in support of the first lady. MELANIA TRUMP DENOUNCES 'LIES' CONNECTING HER WITH DISGRACED FINANCIER JEFFREY EPSTEIN IN WHITE HOUSE EVENT Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., a leading congressional voice calling for the release of the Epstein files, praised Melania on X with a photo saying, "Melania Trump stands with Epstein victims."  She also applauded Melania for championing legislation that criminalizes the sharing of fake intimate images of women. "Thank you to our First Lady for being a voice for victims across the country. From her work on the Take It Down Act to publicly standing for the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and calling for action and the truth," she said.  "The truth will prevail. America is strong when strong women stand up for what is right." VOGUE’S ANNA WINTOUR TAKES SWIPE AT MELANIA TRUMP’S STYLE WHILE PRAISING LIBERAL FAVORITES Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., who has pushed for the release of documents through the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which he co-authored with Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., addressed Melania’s effort to bring survivors in for congressional testimony and said leadership should face consequences over their handling of the files, including recently ousted Attorney General Pam Bondi.   "First Lady asks Congress to bring Epstein survivors in for testimony. With all due respect, that’s @DAGToddBlanche’s job!," he said.  "@RepRoKhanna & I already gave brave survivors a chance to tell their horrific stories on Capitol Hill. @PamBondi wouldn’t even acknowledge them. PROSECUTE!" DAILY BEAST APOLOGIZES TO MELANIA TRUMP OVER RETRACTED EPSTEIN ALLEGATIONS ARTICLE Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., once a fierce Trump supporter before a public falling out with the president, also posted on X aligning with Melania’s remarks. "I am grateful to the First Lady for her brave statement today about Epstein and his victims," she said. "I agree with her that the victims should be heard. I also agree with Thomas Massie. The DOJ needs to PROSECUTE!!! And the role of Congress is to legislate, not prosecute." DAILY BEAST PULLS STORY ALLEGING MELANIA-EPSTEIN CONNECTION AFTER LAWYERS DISPUTE FRAMING Democrats also took to social media after her fiery remarks. Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif., called on House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., to schedule a public hearing "immediately." "We agree with First Lady Melania Trump’s call for a public hearing with the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein. We encourage Chairman Comer to respond to the First Lady’s request and schedule a public hearing immediately," he said in a post on X. He also characterized the first lady’s speech as a significant moment, saying her remarks drew renewed attention to an investigation some critics argue has not progressed far enough. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP "The First Lady said two things," Garcia said. "1) She pushed back on Acting AG Todd Blanche & her husband’s efforts to kill this investigation. 2) She joined our efforts to call for a public hearing where survivors who choose to do so have an opportunity to testify." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d846f83fb569bd90864d57 Trump Attacks Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly Over Iran War Criticism te 2026-04-10T00:40:24.168Z Trump Attacks Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly Over Iran War Criticism In a lengthy social media post, the president attacked Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly and others in starkly personal terms. He also criticized the editorial board of The Wall Street Journal. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d844b83fb569bd90864736 ICE will be leasing office space in Flagstaff, city says te 2026-04-10T00:30:48.813Z ICE will be leasing office space in Flagstaff, city says On April 9, the city said ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations signed a lease for office space near Woodland Village Boulevard and Plaza Way. Here's what we know. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d842473fb569bd90864674 Intelligence Court Renews Section 702 Surveillance Program te 2026-04-10T00:20:23.367Z Intelligence Court Renews Section 702 Surveillance Program A classified ruling recertified the Section 702 program for a year but objected to systems that can filter Americans’ messages outside querying limits. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d840023fb569bd908645a9 California-based coffee shop Philz Coffee to pull LGBTQ Pride flags despite progressive backlash te 2026-04-10T00:10:42.032Z California-based coffee shop Philz Coffee to pull LGBTQ Pride flags despite progressive backlash The San Francisco coffee shop, Philz Coffee, is removing LGBTQ Pride flags from its stores despite growing progressive backlash. Reports that the California coffee chain would be removing Pride flags from its stores came after a Change.org petition circulated from a group known as "Philz Coffee Baristas" demanding the company reconsider the decision. "Philz Coffee's recent decision to remove pride flags from their stores has left many team members and customers feeling confounded and unsupported," the petition read. "Within Philz's expressed core values, the company emphasizes its goal to create a 'customer and team-member focused' experience. The pride flags within the stores hold deep meaning and value to both staff and visitors, symbolizing that these locations are safe and welcoming spaces for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity." FIRED YOSEMITE WORKER SUES NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AFTER HANGING MASSIVE TRANSGENDER FLAG ACROSS EL CAPITAN It continued, "In todays [sic] society, businesses have an essential role in fostering inclusivity and support, and displaying the pride flag is a simple yet remarkably powerful demonstration of that role. Removing these flags risks alienating a core group of team members and loyal customers who see Philz not just as a coffee shop, but as a place where they are embraced and celebrated for who they are." Philz Coffee confirmed the decision in a statement from CEO Mahesh Sadarangani to Fox News Digital on Thursday, adding that stores will remove other flags as well. "At Philz, we have always believed everyone who walks through our doors deserves to feel welcome and safe, and that belief is at the core of everything we do," Sadarangani said. "Our longstanding support of the LGBTQIA+ community is unchanged. We are working toward creating a more consistent, inclusive experience across all our stores, including removing a variety of flags and other decor." LA BUSINESS OWNER FED UP AS CITY REPEATEDLY TARGETS STORE'S SIDEWALK SIGN INSTEAD OF HOMELESS CAMPS Sadarangani added, "This is a change in how our stores look, not in who we are. Our allyship runs deeper than what is on our walls. It shows up in who we hire, how we treat one another and in our annual Pride Month Unity celebration, which returns this June as it has every year. Unity is fundamental to how we operate." It is unclear at this time when all the flags will be removed. This is not the first time a Philz Coffee store has faced backlash due to the political environment. In 2020, the company reportedly fired four employees who took issue with the company's policies toward community police. One employee posted an image on the company's Instagram account demanding an end to 20% police discounts after the death of Breonna Taylor. CORPORATE AMERICA HAS DECIDED THAT DEI NEEDS TO DIE "What’s your favorite iced coffee drink because ours is arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor," the employee wrote. In 2023, five Philz Coffee employees were also sent home after refusing to remove "Free Palestine" pins. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d83dab3fb569bd9086453e Inside Tehran after strikes: Iranian woman describes fear, checkpoints and people used as ‘human shields’ te 2026-04-10T00:00:43.467Z Inside Tehran after strikes: Iranian woman describes fear, checkpoints and people used as ‘human shields’ An anonymous Iranian woman has bravely stepped forward on the international stage to describe what's really happening on the ground in Tehran as President Donald Trump's two-week ceasefire with Iran tentatively began on Tuesday. In an essay published in The Australian, the anonymous author details nightly explosions, sweeping checkpoints and communications blackouts as a part of Iranian daily life since the beginning of operations launched by the United States and Israel in February. "In effect, ordinary people have been turned into human shields within a vast militarized landscape," she wrote. "A pervasive sense of anger, paranoia and exhaustion has taken hold." Flagrant public executions of protesters by the thousands by the Iranian regime in January moved residents to cheer on the initial days of attacks by U.S. and Israeli forces as Operation Epic Fury began on Feb. 28. WHY TRUMP, IRAN SEEM LIGHT-YEARS APART ON ANY POSSIBLE DEAL TO END THE WAR "They say they’ve hit the leader’s residence," the author's daughter was quoted saying. "All the children were screaming and cheering … even our teacher was quietly snapping their fingers and dancing." The author describes everyday Iranians celebrating the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei that same Saturday, with the streets of Tehran filling with cheers of "death to the dictator". "Perhaps for the first time," the anonymous author recalled, "we allowed ourselves to believe our long-held dream was beginning to take shape." RED CROSS SHARES AUDIO OF IRANIAN CIVILIAN EXPLAINING SITUATION ON THE GROUND IN TEHRAN: 'NO RESPITE' But soon enough, the reality of day-to-day life under a threatened, crumbling regime and ongoing attacks took a toll. One of the harshest realities faced by those on the ground in Iran is the internet blackout, effectively ending communications with the outside world and leading to great uncertainty at the hands of the regime. "So far, none of those close to us have suffered physical harm, but no night is calm," the Iranian woman wrote. "What weighs most heavily is not only the war itself, but the possibility that it may end leaving behind a regime even more authoritarian, more repressive, and more violent." According to the author, a stubborn faction of regime supporters remain, blasting propaganda on loudspeakers nightly through the streets of Tehran and reinforcing its authority to those who support the revolution. TRUMP’S IRAN CEASEFIRE ROCKED WITHIN HOURS AMID REPORTED MISSILE, DRONE ATTACKS "The streets are now covered with checkpoints," she wrote. "Under bridges and along main roads, movement is restricted. Long traffic lines form. Young people are stopped, their phones inspected under the pretext of routine checks." After the announcement of the ceasefire between U.S. forces and the Iranian regime on Tuesday, the author says most of her country went to sleep that night in a "state of deep anxiety." "What weighs most heavily is not only the war itself, but the possibility that it may end up leaving behind a regime even more authoritarian, more repressive, and more violent," the author notes. In closing, she urges a ceasefire that is not "abandonment," but peace, destabilizing the Iranian regime. "A ceasefire that stabilizes the current order, without addressing the demands that have brought Iranians into the streets for years, risks being experienced not as peace, but as abandonment," the author muses. Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. are set to begin Friday in Pakistan. "We wait and we continue, in whatever ways possible, to insist that light will eventually overcome this darkness," she concluded. The Australian notes the author remains anonymous for "fear of retribution." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d838fe3fb569bd9086445c Bruce Springsteen blasts rich men in America as critics call out his billions te 2026-04-09T23:40:46.824Z Bruce Springsteen blasts rich men in America as critics call out his billions Bruce Springsteen is turning up the volume — not with music, but with a fiery political speech that’s putting him back at the center of controversy. The billionaire rocker is facing backlash after recently blasting America’s richest and most powerful in a scathing speech — one that critics say rings differently given his own reported $1.2 billion fortune. According to Forbes’ March 2026 report, "The World’s Celebrity Billionaires," Springsteen lands at No. 15 with a staggering net worth of $1.2 billion. BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN SLAMMED AS 'TRAITOR' AFTER RIPPING AMERICA DURING MINNEAPOLIS CONCERT RANT Springsteen began to address the audience, "The richest men in America have abandoned the world’s poorest children to death and disease through dismantling of U.S. aid. This is happening now. We're undermining NATO and the world order that kept us safe and at global peace for 80 years. This is happening now." Springsteen widened his attack to U.S. alliances and global standing. BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN DOUBLES DOWN ON ANTI-TRUMP, ANTI-ICE STANCE, SAYS 'BLOWBACK IS JUST PART OF IT' "We threaten our good neighbors and our allies — Canada, the Netherlands, whose sons and daughters have fought alongside of us in American wars with predatory annexation of their lands. This is happening now." The "Born in the U.S.A." singer continued to take aim at cultural institutions and the current administration under President Donald Trump. "Our museums are told to whitewash American history of any unpleasant or inconvenient facts like the full history of the brutality of slavery. If you want to talk about snowflakes, we have a president who can't handle the truth. This is happening now." KISS ICON GENE SIMMONS TELLS CELEBRITIES MARK RUFFALO, BEN STILLER TO 'SHUT THE F--- UP' ABOUT POLITICS He then shifted to accusations of corruption at the highest levels of government. "While working Americans struggle, our president and his family enrich themselves by billions of dollars trading on the people's office in corruption unmatched in American history. This is happening now." Springsteen argued that America’s global reputation is collapsing. "The White House, this White House is destroying the American idea and our reputation around the world. To many, we are no longer looked upon as an often imperfect but strong defender of democracy standing for the global good." "We are no longer the land of the free and the home of the brave. We are now America, the reckless, unpredictable, predatory, rogue nation. That is this administration's, and it will be this president's legacy. And that's happening now." He concluded with a call to core values, as the backlash intensified online. "Honesty, honor, humility, truth, compassion, thoughtfulness, morality, true strength and decency, don't let anyone tell you that these things don't matter anymore. They do." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Critics were quick to fire back at Springsteen's controversial speech. "Let's see him give his fortune to the poor. He won't. He just gets paid to be an influencer for the socialists on the left," one commenter wrote. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "People buying tickets buy them to hear his music, but now he just makes political statements. Never went to his concert, definitely will not now," another added. Other comments read, "Hypocrisy is nothing new in Hollywood! They have no knowledge of the life of the average American!" The 76-year-old Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has built his fortune over decades in the spotlight. Springsteen has sold more than 140 million albums globally over his 50 years of touring and recording, according to Forbes. But it wasn’t just album sales that pushed Springsteen into billionaire territory. His biggest check came from selling his music catalog to Sony Music Entertainment for a $500 million lump sum in 2021. Last week, Springsteen also stirred outrage during his Minneapolis show with additional remarks on immigration and U.S. policy. "There are immigrants being held in detention centers around the country and being deported without due process of law to alien countries and foreign gulags. This is happening now." Fox News Digital has reached out to Springsteen for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d836a43fb569bd908643ea California detective killed in ambush while serving eviction suspect barricaded in standoff te 2026-04-09T23:30:44.039Z California detective killed in ambush while serving eviction suspect barricaded in standoff A California sheriff’s detective was shot and killed Thursday while serving an eviction notice, after an armed suspect opened fire on deputies in what authorities described as an apparent ambush. Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux said the shooting happened around 10:40 a.m. in Porterville, where deputies encountered a man identified as David Morales, who allegedly fired at them with a high-powered rifle. The suspect remained barricaded and in an ongoing standoff with law enforcement as of Thursday. REPEAT OFFENDER KILLS 2 DEPUTIES DAYS AFTER $50K BOND DESPITE LONG VIOLENT RECORD: POLICE The detective was struck by gunfire and transported to Sierra View District Hospital, where he died at 11:57 a.m., Boudreaux said. "This situation went from a civil order of removal to where our officer was shot [and] killed — this is senseless," Boudreaux said. TIM TEBOW AND WIFE DEMI-LEIGH PARTNER WITH COMPANY GIVING EX-CONVICTS SECOND CHANCE: 'WHAT GRACE IS ALL ABOUT' Authorities considered airlifting the detective to Fresno, but his condition was too unstable for transport. Boudreaux said Morales had not paid rent for 35 days and that deputies were serving a final eviction notice when the shooting occurred. SIX DEAD, INCLUDING TEEN MOM AND INFANT, IN BELIEVED GANG-RELATED SHOOTING The sheriff said Morales appeared to have been waiting for deputies and "laid in wait" before opening fire, prompting a call for additional units. "I sat down at the hospital and met with the wife and his mom, and I can tell you there is no consoling that family at this point," Boudreaux said. "Attacks on law enforcement of this nature must stop." Law enforcement agencies from across the region responded to assist, and an escort was being organized to accompany the fallen detective from the hospital to the coroner’s office, Boudreaux said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d834503fb569bd9086439f Prescott man sentenced to life in prison for killing Vietnam War vet te 2026-04-09T23:20:48.234Z Prescott man sentenced to life in prison for killing Vietnam War vet The defendant called 911 in 2024 to report that he had killed someone. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8325e3fb569bd90864314 Second bridge update to be presented at Lake Havasu City Council te 2026-04-09T23:12:30.450Z Second bridge update to be presented at Lake Havasu City Council An update on the highly anticipated second bridge spanning Bridgewater Channel and related roadway improvements is scheduled for Tuesday's Lake Havasu City Council meeting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8324a3fb569bd9086430b Lake Havasu City Papa Murphy’s location hit with sudden permanent closure te 2026-04-09T23:12:10.734Z Lake Havasu City Papa Murphy’s location hit with sudden permanent closure Lake Havasu City, alongside several other communities across the country, is losing its Papa Murphy’s Take N’ Bake Pizza business. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d832363fb569bd90864302 Young entrepreneurs shine at Lake Havasu Youth Market te 2026-04-09T23:11:50.982Z Young entrepreneurs shine at Lake Havasu Youth Market Lake Havasu City residents and visitors can browse youth vendors during a returning event. On Sunday, April 19, the Lake Havasu Youth Market will feature over 20 young entrepreneurs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d832203fb569bd908642d9 Georgetown professor says 'get over it' to Muslim rape gang concerns te 2026-04-09T23:11:28.454Z Georgetown professor says 'get over it' to Muslim rape gang concerns A professor at Georgetown University recently dismissed concerns about Muslim rape gangs in since-deleted posts on X.  The Daily Caller reported that Jonathan Brown, identified as professor and Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Chair of Islamic Civilization on Georgetown University’s website, posted two different dismissive replies on X in response to posts about alleged rape gangs and Islam. In a March 31 post on X, Rupert Lowe, an independent Member of Parliament in the United Kingdom, wrote, "There is a link between the rape gangs and one particular religion — we have seen it again and again and again at our inquiry. That religion is Islam. As a country, we must have the courage to face up to that fact."  MAJOR UNIVERSITY CUTS TIES WITH US-SANCTIONED UN EXPERT ON PALESTINIAN ISSUES, WATCHDOG SAYS In a since-deleted reply, Brown wrote, "Get over it." Then, when another user said Brown’s reply was "absurdly evil," writing, "There is something absurdly evil about saying ‘get over it’ in context with gang rape, torture and murder for religious reasons Something like this would never be said about any other group for lesser crimes," Brown replied to the user, writing "Get over it" again. In November, the State Department issued a post on X criticizing the United Kingdom over its handling of mass immigration, saying in part, "In the United Kingdom, thousands of girls have been victimized in Rotherham, Oxford, and Newcastle by grooming gangs involving migrant men. Many girls were left to suffer unspeakable abuse for years before authorities stepped in." Brown's account is now set on private. Brown previously had come under scrutiny for remarks he made in a June X post, writing that he hoped "Iran does some symbolic strike on a base," a remark made following President Donald Trump’s announcement that the U.S. "completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran." In Brown’s post, he wrote, "I’m not an expert, but I assume Iran could still get a bomb easily. I hope Iran does some symbolic strike on a base, then everyone stops. I’m surprised this is what these FDD/Hasbara people have been auto-erotically asphyxiating themselves for all these years." ISRAELI COLUMBIA PROFESSOR LEAVES SCHOOL OVER FAILURE TO ADDRESS ANTI-ISRAEL PROTESTS Brown also added "if Israel attacks Iranian cities, it gets f----- up pretty bad." In a July testimony to the House Education and Workforce Committee, Georgetown University Interim President Robert M. Groves said Brown had been removed as chair of his department and placed on leave. ELITE UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR SPARKS SOCIAL MEDIA BACKLASH AFTER REVEALING WHAT IRAN SHOULD DO NEXT: 'THIS DEMON' "Within minutes of our learning of that tweet, the Dean contacted Professor Brown, we issued a statement condemning the tweet. Professor Brown is no longer chair of his department, he’s on leave, and we’re beginning the process of reviewing the case," Groves said. Fox News Digital reached out to Georgetown University and Brown for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8320c3fb569bd908642d0 Fever's Lexie Hull speaks out against attacks on players as team's popularity grows during Caitlin Clark era te 2026-04-09T23:11:08.781Z Fever's Lexie Hull speaks out against attacks on players as team's popularity grows during Caitlin Clark era Lexie Hull remembers what it was like playing for the Indiana Fever before Caitlin Clark arrived in town. It's different now. The arenas are louder, the opposing players are more motivated and social media is more volatile. "The most challenging part is there's just so much scrutiny. People have opinions online, and, unfortunately, that's part of the job and the role that we play," Hull told Fox News Digital about what's harder about playing in Indiana since 2024. "People need to know that everyone's human. We're real people. I think when things get blown out of proportion, when things get really personal and there's personal attacks on people's character, I think that's where it gets over the line." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM When asked if she has been the target of personal attacks online, Hull said, "I'm sure I have. I try not to read comments for that reason." Much of the controversial social media discourse about the Fever stems from heated moments on the court over the last two seasons. Clark and Fever fans often expressed outrage at times when an opposing player fouled her or delivered a physical play against Clark without a foul being called. Hull was drafted by the Fever in 2022 and played two full seasons in a quieter, less-crowded Gainbridge Fieldhouse than the one she has played in the last two years, falling short of the playoffs both years. But when Clark was drafted in 2024, Hull's team became the center of the women's basketball world. Hull says she noticed a difference in how opposing players started to perform against her team that year, which she credits to the surge in popularity. "Because of the fans that we've gotten since 2024, with the rise in, I think, like, popularity with the Indiana Fever being like a name that people know. … And there's a million Fever jerseys and Fever shirts. I think, like, as an opposing team, you'd want to win even more because you feel there's so many people rooting," Hull said. "It's exciting to have that type of following across the country, and I think, like, for other teams, they have great fans and great people that show up for them, and they want to perform for those people, just like we want to perform for ours." When asked if she believes games have gotten more physical as a result, Hull said, "I think just the game itself is physical. I don't know if it's gotten any more physical. I think social media amplifies a lot of that. "I think people want to win. I think people just want to win. ... [The games] are all physical. … They all get chippy at times. Calls get made, calls don't get made. That's just part of the game." FEVER'S SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM DROPS 'NO ONE LIKES US' TAKE AS INDIANA DEALS WITH ADVERSITY During a game between the Fever and the Connecticut Sun June 17, physicality boiled into a brawl. After Sun guard Jacy Sheldon poked Clark in the eye and fellow Sun player Marina Mabrey shoved Clark to the ground, Fever star Sophie Cunningham committed a hard foul on Sheldon, initiating an on-court fight that resulted in three ejections. When asked if she believes her team is prepared for a similar incident in 2026, Hull said, "It shouldn't get to that point." Instead, Hull said she is focused on helping her team win a championship. And she embraces all the attention and popularity despite the challenges that come with it. "Growing up, I didn't necessarily watch the WNBA as much, didn't have dreams of playing in the league at a young age, and now girls have the ability to watch us, see us, dream about being professional athletes. And that's what's been the most rewarding part about it," Hull said of the positives that come with the attention. She came one game shy of reaching the WNBA Finals last year, leading the Fever through the playoffs after Clark and Cunningham were lost for the season with injuries. In a career-best year, Hull averaged career highs in points (7.2), rebounds (4.3), and assists (1.8) while shooting 36.7% from 3-point range and appearing in all 44 games. In the playoffs, she averaged 10.3 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists in 8 games. It all came to an end in a 107-98 overtime loss to the Las Vegas Aces in Game 5 of the WNBA semifinals. With Clark and Cunningham healthy and back this year, the Fever go into 2026 as a top contender for the title. "Tasting that and being so close and feeling like we have so much more to give, I think that just changes our mindset a little bit," Hull said. The trio of Clark, Cunningham and Hull proved to be an efficient and gravitating force in popularity when they were all on the court at the same time last year. Along the way, they earned a mysterious nickname on social media, which they later adopted for themselves — "Tres Leches," which translates from Spanish to "three milks" and refers to a popular Latin American sponge cake. "We saw it on Twitter at some point, and people ran with it," Hull said of the nickname. "It was funny." In terms of navigating the attention, Hull, Clark and their teammates now have two years of conditioning in that arena. "I think everyone does a really good job of not giving the rise in attention any attention. I think we're just showing up the same we do everyday," Hull said. "Knowing that there's more eyes on us, knowing that there's more seats in the stands, all of that is exciting, but I don't think that necessarily changes how we go about the game, go about our relationships, go about what we post on social media. It just adds to the engagement." 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/69d831e53fb569bd908642c2 How Trump’s Advisers Felt About Going to War With Iran te 2026-04-09T23:10:29.225Z How Trump’s Advisers Felt About Going to War With Iran Our reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan discuss how individual members of President Trump’s administration felt in the leadup to the war in Iran, and how they communicated their thoughts to Mr. Trump. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82fb23fb569bd90864261 Melania Trump denounces ‘baseless lies’ connecting her to Epstein, calls for congressional hearing for survivors te 2026-04-09T23:01:06.233Z Melania Trump denounces ‘baseless lies’ connecting her to Epstein, calls for congressional hearing for survivors First lady Melania Trump makes a brief statement to deny any connection with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on April 9, 2026. (Image via White House livestream) WASHINGTON — First lady Melania Trump said Thursday she was “never involved in any capacity” with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and that “baseless lies” about her are being circulated. In a rare solo statement livestreamed on the White House website, Melania Trump also called for a congressional hearing featuring the women who have shared stories of abuse by Epstein, who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting federal trial on sex trafficking charges. “I call on Congress to provide the women who have been victimized by Epstein with a public hearing specifically centered around the survivors, to give these victims their opportunity to testify under oath in front of Congress,” the first lady said in her nearly six-minute remarks.  “With the power of sworn testimony, each and every woman should have her day to tell her story in public, if she wishes, and then her testimony should be permanently entered into the Congressional Record,” she added. “Then and only then, we will have the truth.” Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has repeatedly dismissed the government’s files related to Epstein as a “hoax.” However, throughout the 2024 campaign, Trump promised to make the investigatory materials public. The scandal has followed the president through most of his first term. While Trump shared a well-documented friendship with Epstein, who pleaded guilty to soliciting a minor in Florida in 2008, he denies any knowledge of Epstein’s criminal activities. The first lady also reproached individuals who she said are “devoid of ethical standards” for spreading “completely false” stories that she shared relationships with Epstein and convicted sex trafficker Ghislane Maxwell.  “I was not a participant, was never on Epstein’s plane, and never visited his private island,” she said. “I have never been legally accused or (convicted) of a crime in connection with Epstein sex trafficking, abuse of minors and other repulsive behavior. The false smears about me from meanspirited and politically motivated individuals and entities looking to cause damage to my good name to gain financially and climb politically must stop.” Free speech suit It was unclear what spurred the first lady’s statement.  She specifically mentioned the Daily Beast, James Carville and HarperCollins UK. The three are mentioned in exhibits attached to a lawsuit in New York against Melania Trump by journalist Michael Wolff, accusing her of seeking to intimidate him into retracting statements he’d made alleging a connection between her and Epstein.  She also mentioned a 2002 email exchange between her and Maxwell that was revealed among the hundreds of thousands of records from the federal Epstein investigation that the Justice Department released beginning in December, as required by law. The first lady defended the email exchange as “casual correspondence.” All but one member of Congress supported legislation compelling the Justice Department to release the Epstein files.  The effort gained steam after the department, then under Attorney General Pam Bondi, said in July it would not release anything further related to the case. Bondi had previously claimed she had Epstein’s client list sitting on her desk. Trump removed Bondi this month. Dem endorses call for hearing Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif., the top Democrat on the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, lauded the first lady’s call for a hearing. “We agree with First Lady Melania Trump’s call for a public hearing with the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein. We encourage Chairman Comer to respond to the First Lady’s request and schedule a public hearing immediately,” Garcia wrote on X. The Oversight Committee, led by Kentucky Republican James Comer, is conducting its own investigation into the files and has subpoenaed high-profile figures to testify, including former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, as well as Bondi. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82f873fb569bd90864230 U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly on seeking presidency: 'I haven't decided yet' te 2026-04-09T23:00:23.734Z U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly on seeking presidency: 'I haven't decided yet' Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82d453fb569bd908641bf Student Hit by Projectile During ‘No Kings’ Protest Lost an Eye, Lawyer Says te 2026-04-09T22:50:45.570Z Student Hit by Projectile During ‘No Kings’ Protest Lost an Eye, Lawyer Says The student, Tucker Collins, 18, was observing demonstrators in Los Angeles when he was struck, the lawyer said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82d313fb569bd908641ad Tucson City Council approves TEP franchise deal, sends it to voters for November election te 2026-04-09T22:50:25.134Z Tucson City Council approves TEP franchise deal, sends it to voters for November election Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82b123fb569bd9086414b Ivanka Trump breaks down in emotional interview talking about her mother Ivana’s death, other challenges te 2026-04-09T22:41:22.924Z Ivanka Trump breaks down in emotional interview talking about her mother Ivana’s death, other challenges First daughter Ivanka Trump became emotional while discussing the loss of her mother and other personal challenges during a rare podcast appearance. Speaking on "The Diary of a CEO" podcast, Ivanka Trump reflected on the influence of her late mother, Ivana Trump, describing her as "extraordinary" and crediting her with shaping her values and outlook on life. "My mother taught me a lot about bringing intention to what you do," she said. IVANKA TRUMP’S NEW WATER WORKOUT COULD PROMOTE HEALTHY AGING, EXPERT SAYS Ivanka Trump grew visibly emotional at several points during the interview, pausing to compose herself as she reflected on her mother’s sudden death in 2022 at age 73. "Losing a parent, it hits differently," she said, noting the impact of the loss on her and her family. She added that her family continues to keep her mother’s memory alive through stories and shared experiences. The former White House advisor also spoke about her grandmother, who helped raise her and now lives with her family in Florida.  'MELANIA' WORLD PREMIERE: PRESIDENT TRUMP, FIRST LADY, RFK JR, NICKI MINAJ AND MORE LIGHT UP RED CARPET She described her as "unbelievably nurturing" and said having her at her home is "a blessing." At one point, she became tearful as she discussed her grandmother’s declining health, pausing during the interview and asking for a tissue. "I have a lot of love for this woman," she said. Ivanka Trump also opened up about her husband Jared Kushner’s battle with thyroid cancer, revealing she sought therapy during a particularly difficult period after leaving Washington, D.C. WHITE HOUSE EGG ROLL FOR EASTER FEATURES TRUMP FAMILY MEMBERS AMID FESTIVE CELEBRATION She said her family was navigating multiple challenges at once, including Kushner’s diagnosis and the loss of her mother, while adjusting to life outside of government. Ivanka Trump has chosen not to return to Washington during her father's second term — instead prioritizing her children and family life. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES The interview also touched on a traumatic moment involving her father. She recalled watching in real time as President Donald Trump was shot during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024. She said she was at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, at the time. She was by the pool with two of her children when the incident was shown in real time on TV. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "I was horrified, and I was scared, and I was protective of my children," she said. Despite the shock, Ivanka Trump said she felt certain her father would survive the attack. "I just knew it wasn’t his time," she said. "I feel incredibly lucky that he was protected that day," she added. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Trump also said she has forgiven shooter Thomas Crooks — acknowledging that forgiveness can be difficult but necessary. "My father is alive, and that is an extraordinary blessing for me as his daughter," she added. Reflecting on the series of personal challenges, Ivanka Trump said the experiences have reshaped her perspective on life. "You can’t take things for granted in life — and I’ve learned that in numerous ways." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82aff3fb569bd90864142 Former lawmaker dying of cancer says Senate full of 'blowhards' when it should be greatest deliberative body te 2026-04-09T22:41:03.173Z Former lawmaker dying of cancer says Senate full of 'blowhards' when it should be greatest deliberative body Former Sen. Ben Sasse said in an interview Thursday that America's political and media ecosystem has become a distraction from deeper cultural decay. "We’re not going to talk about politics at all," Sasse told Ross Douthat of The New York Times during the "Interesting Times" podcast as he undergoes treatment for stage 4 pancreatic cancer. "What we’re going to talk about is the fact that we were living through a technological revolution… and we were living through institutional collapse." Sasse, who left the Senate in 2023 after eight years, described his diagnosis as a "death sentence" but used the conversation to frame a broader critique of American public life, arguing that politics and media have shrunk into reactive, tribal spaces. He said the rise of digital technology has reshaped how Americans think, interact and form community, pulling attention away from real-world relationships and toward fragmented online engagement. According to Sasse, this shift has hollowed out institutions while amplifying extreme voices. BERNIE SANDERS SAYS TRUMP'S NOT STUPID TO REALIZE 'SYSTEM IS BROKEN,' EVEN AS HE MAKES IT WORSE "The weirdos are crowding everybody else out," Sasse said. "All of our outlets have an incentive to go narrow and deep, there isn’t any 60 percent audience that’s ever going to exist again." He argued that both political parties and media ecosystems increasingly rely on amplifying fringe behavior from the opposing side, rather than solving substantive problems. "There’s a ton of incentive to find some nut job on the left or some nut job on the right," Sasse said. "The problem with that kind of nut picking is it doesn’t ever solve a problem." WILLIAM BENNETT, ROB NOEL: AMERICA'S MORAL DECLINE DEMANDS ACTION. WHAT CONSERVATIVES MUST DO NOW He reflected on his own time in the Senate, acknowledging that his approach, focusing on civic norms and institutional reform, often clashed with the incentives of modern politics. "I wasn’t a very good politician," he said. "I am way too idealistic about what I believe in America to be a very good dealmaker." Sasse reiterated that view, arguing that political institutions have failed to keep pace with broader societal changes driven by technology and cultural fragmentation. "Politics barely matters for what we’re going through right now," he said. "This institution is filled with blowhards." BEN SASSE OPENS UP ABOUT FAITH, TERMINAL CANCER DIAGNOSIS IN EMOTIONAL INTERVIEW He warned that the digital age has replaced shared national experiences with individualized content streams, weakening social cohesion and making constructive dialogue more difficult. "We don’t have any shared cultural data anymore," he said, contrasting today’s media environment with earlier eras when Americans consumed common programming and could engage more easily with one another. Sasse expressed cautious optimism that Americans may eventually adapt to the current information environment, learning to filter out misinformation and extreme rhetoric. "If we survive, one thing that I’m nearly certain of is we will figure out how to have discussions in spite of all of the noise," he said. "There’s going to be a lot more normies who show up and roll their eyes," he added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d82ad73fb569bd90864136 Amid Trump’s Threats, NATO Labors to Survive the Iran War te 2026-04-09T22:40:23.499Z Amid Trump’s Threats, NATO Labors to Survive the Iran War President Trump is citing the unwillingness of European nations to back the United States in the conflict as another reason to scale back or abandon the alliance. And he still wants Greenland. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d828d63fb569bd908640f8 Portal payoff: ASU baseball transfers thriving te 2026-04-09T22:31:50.377Z Portal payoff: ASU baseball transfers thriving PHOENIX – Dean Toigo was the 2025 Mountain West co-player of the year after hitting 18 home runs and driving in 74 RBIs at UNLV last year to go along with a 1.127 OPS. At times, it felt like nobody noticed. Maybe that’s why Toigo was so excited to play in front of the raucous Sun Devil crowd at Phoenix Municipal Stadium after transferring to Arizona State. “I haven’t really gotten that experience to play in front of a crowd with a bunch of energy,” Toigo said. “I think it’s going to be a bit of a shell shock for me.” If Toigo was nervous to start the year, he hasn’t shown it. He has been crushing the ball all season. The fifth-year senior outfielder has 13 home runs to go along with a .715 slugging percentage, putting him in the top 50 in the country. Toigo is part of a larger trend taking shape on the diamond at Phoenix Municipal. When ASU coach Willie Bloomquist lost nine players to the 2025 MLB Draft, he knew he had some work to do. Thanks to the transfer portal, it’s safe to say his hard work has paid off. After adding 16 players through the portal, the Sun Devils are 24-10 and fortified by the new additions who are making a major impact. Following the 2025 season when ASU finished with a 36-24 overall record and went 18-12 in its first year in the Big 12 conference, Bloomquist told Sun Devil Source, “We’re going to be hitting the portal extremely hard and looking for the right kind of players.” It looks like he found the right kind of players. Austen Roellig, infielder, transfer from Utah It was not an ideal start to the season for the former Big-12 All-Freshman Austen Roellig. He began the year 0-for-6 with four strikeouts.   Bloomquist pulled Roellig aside and said, “You can flat out hit, relax, just go up and be you.”  The next game, Roellig went 3-for-3 with a home run to kick-start his season. He hasn’t looked back and has been playing at an elite level for the Sun Devils this year. In 31 games played, he has 36 hits, a home run and 16 RBIs. Matt Polk, outfielder, Transfer from Vanderbilt Matt Polk transferred from Vanderbilt after he medically redshirted in 2025. In his first at-bat since getting injured, Polk hit the first home run of the season for the Devils. He came up big again in the series against Arizona, going 5-for-6 in Tucson.  “I’m a fifth-year senior, so only God knows how long I have left,” Polk said after the game. Polk supplies the Devils with energy and experience in the outfield. He is hitting his stride at the perfect time for the Devils. In 15 games, he has 14 hits, two home runs and nine RBIs. Coen Niclai, catcher, transfer from Oregon Coen Niclai has been the GCU killer this year; three of his four home runs have come against the Sun Devils’ cross-town neighbors.  He came up big with a walk-off single in a 4-3 win over GCU on March 17, then hit a grand slam to give the Sun Devils the lead when they beat the Lopes 12-8 on April 7.  “Just get up in the morning, I guess something’s different,” said Niclai about his performances against GCU. Niclai has been splitting time with Brody Briggs in the catching role, but Bloomquist said Niclai has been a phenomenal teammate even when he isn’t the starter.  “I’ve felt great, the coaching staff has done an amazing job making me feel comfortable all season,” said Niclai, who has 13 hits, four home runs and 15 RBIs in 15 games. Kole Klecker, pitcher, transfer from TCU Despite his 6.17 ERA, Kole Klecker has been important for the Devils this year. The senior from Chandler began the season with quality starts against some very tough opponents, including a win against ranked Oklahoma. In seven games started, he has a 3-2 record with 34 strikeouts. “He should have committed to us right out of the gate,” Bloomquist said. “I think he was eager to have the opportunity to come back home and finish it out here.” Taylor Penn, pitcher, transfer from Western Kentucky Taylor Penn is another arm that has provided quality innings for the Sun Devils this year. Bloomquist has relied on the reliever from Western Kentucky to give ASU multiple innings out of the bullpen. Eight of his 11 appearances have been multi-inning outings for the Sun Devils, including two starts. Penn should have a crucial role during ASU’s final push before the Big 12 tournament in May. Penn has been the jack of all trades for the Sun Devils’ pitching staff. Whether he comes in relief, starts a game or enters with runners on base needing to get an out, he thrives in the moment.  “Whenever they throw me in, I’m getting an opportunity to come in the game, so I can’t complain,” said Penn, who is 4-0 with 24 strikeouts in 11 appearances. The post Portal payoff: ASU baseball transfers thriving appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d828bd3fb569bd908640ba Unearthed clip exposes shocking claim by Newsom's wife about inmates at violent California prison te 2026-04-09T22:31:25.386Z Unearthed clip exposes shocking claim by Newsom's wife about inmates at violent California prison California Governor Gavin Newsom's wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, is getting raked over the coals for comments she made several years ago, suggesting criminals housed in a notorious California prison, which was known for housing violent criminals and death row prisoners, got there by "accident." Siebel Newsom's comments came as she was discussing a tragedy in her younger life at an event in 2016. A few days before her seventh birthday, Siebel Newsom was involved in a fatal golf cart accident that ultimately killed her sister.   "I had to be very raw when we interviewed the young men who were juvenile offenders at San Quentin. I told them about my own loss, where I lost my older sister a few days before my seventh birthday and I blame myself for her death and I share that because they ultimately were accused of committing these violent crimes and sentenced for life, and I think it shocked them that this blonde lady, who was interviewing them, had a similar story – was perhaps in the wrong place at the wrong time – but wasn't punished the way they were because clearly it was an accident, but theirs was probably an accident too," Siebel Newsom said when discussing ways to connect with others.  NEWSOM'S WIFE SLAMS TRUMP FIRINGS OF BONDI, NOEM, SPARKING PANEL DEBATE  "Anyways, I share that – I guess – I quite enjoy spending time with people and being real and unmasking and showing them that it's safe to unmask themselves." A spokesperson for Governor Newsom's wife clarified that the remarks in the 2016 interview with the First Partner, were referring to incarcerated individuals for her 2015 documentary "The Mask You Live In."  The spokesperson did not provide an on-the-record statement but did point Fox News Digital to a social media post from Gov. Newsom's press office calling out the media for being "focused on running nonstop hit pieces on California’s First Partner," while the president is "threatening to obliterate a civilization tonight."  On Tuesday, the same day the clip began going viral on social media, President Donald Trump issued an ominous message on his social media platform Truth Social, indicating "a whole civilization will die tonight," amid his threat of a looming U.S. attack against Iranian bridges and power plants. "This is the MAGA distraction machine — in full force," concluded the social media post, which included news segments criticizing Siebel Newsom on Tuesday. GAVIN NEWSOM'S WIFE SAYS SHE GAVE HER BOYS DOLLS TO PLAY WITH IN RESURFACED CLIP However, Siebel Newsom's resurfaced comments still garnered attention on Tuesday from conservative critics who called the California governor's spouse out for virtue signaling. In direct response to Siebel Newsom's claims that San Quentin inmates got in their position by "accident," Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., shot back sarcastically: "Yeah, like the time that guy accidentally stabbed that dude 27 times." "What the…" commented Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice, Harmeet Dhillon, in a social media post responding to the 2016 remarks. "She represents everything that is wrong with California," comedian Adam Carolla added.  "Newsom’s wife’s latest virtue signal is telling San Quentin lifers that she faced zero consequences when her sister was killed because it was an accident, then telling them their life sentences are probably for ‘accidents’ too," wrote conservative women's sports activist Riley Gaines. "Peak elite tone-deafness." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d828953fb569bd908640ad Strained Postal Service Proposes Price Increases and Delays Retirement Funds te 2026-04-09T22:30:45.943Z Strained Postal Service Proposes Price Increases and Delays Retirement Funds The moves are the latest attempts to stave off a looming financial crisis, and come on top of an 8 percent package surcharge that will take effect later this month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d828813fb569bd9086409c Aztec women's basketball's Holthaus named NJCAA Division II National Coach of the Year te 2026-04-09T22:30:25.976Z Aztec women's basketball's Holthaus named NJCAA Division II National Coach of the Year Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d826673fb569bd90863f5c Angel mom rips sanctuary state after daughter's alleged killer walked free te 2026-04-09T22:21:27.363Z Angel mom rips sanctuary state after daughter's alleged killer walked free Jennifer Bos, whose daughter was allegedly killed and stuffed in a garbage can by an illegal immigrant, criticized the system that allowed her daughter’s alleged killer to walk free. Megan Bos’ decomposing body was found in Waukegan, Ill., in April 2025. Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, an illegal immigrant from Mexico, is charged with multiple felonies in connection to her death. The felonies are not detainable offenses under sanctuary law in Illinois, so Mendoza-Gonzalez walked free after his court appearance, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). "It's absolutely insane," Jennifer Bos told "America Reports" on Thursday. "I can't even understand how they justified this and argued it in Congress to agree to have this happen." WATCH: SENATE HEARING GOES SILENT AFTER ANGEL FATHER CONFRONTS TOP DEM OVER DAUGHTER’S DEATH "I mean, he was found with a body in his yard that he had in his possession for 51 days, hidden in a garbage can while everybody was looking for her," she continued. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested him on July 19, 2025. Megan Bos was allegedly visiting the home of Mendoza-Gonzalez when he said he found her unresponsive from what he believed was a drug overdose, according to DHS. He allegedly left her body in a basement for several days before placing it in a garbage can in his yard, leaving her there for almost two months. ANGEL FATHER SLAMS PRITZKER'S SANCTUARY POLICIES, SAYING THEY LEAD TO 'PREVENTABLE' DEATHS Mendoza-Gonzalez is charged with abuse of a corpse, concealing the death of a person and obstructing justice, but the investigation remains ongoing. On Thursday, ICE celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) office, which provides support to angel families. "After she was found, I spent a few months trying to get him [Mendoza-Gonzalez] arrested to no avail because it just wasn't possible in Illinois with those charges," Jennifer Bos told Fox News. "And after ICE came and picked him up, it was shortly after that that I was contacted by the VOICE office." ILLINOIS GOV. PRITZKER ADMITS 'REAL FAILURES' AS SLAIN CHICAGO STUDENT'S HOMETOWN PAYS TRIBUTE IN LIGHTS Bos said the office brought comfort to her after her daughter's slaying, especially during the period when her alleged killer was free. "When he was free, when I kind of was standing there — stunned — I did feel incredibly alone and it was such a comfort to have them call me and say, ‘We're here for you. You tell us what you need, and we'll figure it out.’ And that's what they did," she said. VOICE tracks angel families’ perpetrators should they move to be held in different facilities, which Jennifer Bos said was helpful. WAVE OF ALLEGED MIGRANT MURDERS IGNITES FURY ACROSS US AS OFFICIALS WARN OF MORE CARNAGE, CRACKDOWN NEEDED The VOICE office was established during President Donald Trump’s first term, but was dismantled during the Biden administration. Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem relaunched it in April 2025. Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons said since VOICE’s relaunch, the group has fielded nearly 900 calls from victims, their family members or advocates who needed "real help." Jennifer Bos criticized claims that immigrants commit crimes at a much lower rate than American-born citizens. "If it's a crime, if they've murdered somebody, if they altered somebody's life permanently with violence, why does it matter what the percentage of crime they commit as a whole is? It doesn't matter," she said. Megan Bos would have celebrated her 38th birthday in January. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d826533fb569bd90863f53 Senate Dem accuses Trump of being 'unfit for office,' joins growing call to impeach, oust president te 2026-04-09T22:21:07.654Z Senate Dem accuses Trump of being 'unfit for office,' joins growing call to impeach, oust president Another Senate Democrat has called on President Donald Trump to be removed from office over the Iran war. "I certainly think the president should be removed," Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., said. "I mean, he's unfit for office. I think, the 25th Amendment, and if not, then impeachment." Congressional Democrats, particularly in the House, recently have escalated their position against Trump’s war in Iran, shifting from pushing for Congress to reassert its authority in declaring war to demanding that the president be ousted from office. ROGUE DEM BUCKS PARTY ON TRUMP WAR POWERS, CALLS IRAN ‘47-YEAR-OLD WAR CRIME’ Trump’s comments in the past few days, particularly his threat against Iran that a "whole civilization will die" unless the Strait of Hormuz was reopened, sparked the latest growing push to see him removed from office. While there is growing sentiment among House Democrats to jettison Trump from office, it’s not as widespread in the Senate. Still, Kim on Thursday joined a small group of Senate Democrats echoing the desires of their counterparts in the House. So far, Sens. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., Ed Markey, D-Mass., and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., all either have demanded that Trump be impeached or removed through the 25th Amendment. SCHUMER BLASTS TRUMP’S IRAN WAR AS FAILURE, MOVES TO REIN IN HIS WAR POWERS AMID CEASEFIRE Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has stopped short of calling for impeachment, but instead is teeing up another war powers resolution — the fourth since the war began in February — to rein in Trump’s war authorities in the region as a fragile two-week ceasefire continues. But their calls for removal likely aren’t going to go anywhere now, given the political reality in Washington, D.C. Republicans control both chambers of Congress, meaning impeachment is all but a moot point. And invoking the 25th Amendment, which has never been used to remove a sitting president, is even more unlikely, given that it would require Vice President JD Vance, a majority of Trump’s Cabinet, and then a two-thirds majority vote in Congress to remove him. TOP GOP HAWK GRAHAM WARNS IRAN DEAL HAS ‘TROUBLING ASPECTS’ AS CEASEFIRE BEGINS It’s also a desire that Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., contended was "not realistic right now, given his oddball Cabinet of sycophants and eccentrics," earlier this week. "We’re going to have to buckle down and win this the old-fashioned way," Whitehouse said. Democrats’ position does provide foreshadowing for what could happen if they win big in the midterm elections this fall, however. Meanwhile, congressional Republicans are still backing Trump’s actions in Iran, despite some straying from the party line over his recent apocalyptic comments. Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., said that "Iran has been at war with the United States for 47 years, and it's time for Iran to choose peace." "They haven’t done it yet," Barrasso said. "What we have seen is American peace through strength, and with this operation that is going on now, incredible success by the United States. We have done what we have talked about doing. Eliminate their missiles and eliminate their missile production and eliminate their missile firing capacity, undermine their ability to ever get a nuclear weapon, and sink the navy." Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment and has not yet received a reply. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d826253fb569bd90863f19 Florida AG to probe OpenAI, alleging possible connection to FSU shooting te 2026-04-09T22:20:21.105Z Florida AG to probe OpenAI, alleging possible connection to FSU shooting Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier plans to investigate OpenAI for its alleged harm to minors, potential to threaten national security, and its possible link to a shooting at Florida State University last year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8240b3fb569bd90863ebe Gilgo Beach serial killer joins infamous group of monsters as he opens ghoulish mind to FBI te 2026-04-09T22:11:23.624Z Gilgo Beach serial killer joins infamous group of monsters as he opens ghoulish mind to FBI As the notorious Gilgo Beach serial killer admitted to the torture and murders of eight women throughout Long Island, New York, this week, Rex Heuermann also made an unlikely decision that could help investigators gain insight into his nearly two decades of violence.  Rex Heuermann has agreed to be evaluated by the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit as part of a plea deal in which he received three life sentences without the possibility of parole for the brutal slayings of eight women in a case dating back to 1993.  "They’re going to interview the defendant, gain insight into his motivations and background as sort of an academic and scientific exercise," Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney told reporters after Heuermann entered his guilty plea Wednesday.  "Those are clinical interviews," Tierney added. "Those aren’t investigative interviews. I believe that they’re going to limit that to just what he pled guilty to and just gain insight, so they can gain insight going forward and knowledge to move forward on new cases." GILGO BEACH SERIAL KILLER REX HEUERMANN PLEADS GUILTY IN DECADES-LONG STRING OF MURDERS Heuermann joins a list of infamous killers profiled by the "Mindhunter" unit, including Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer and John Wayne Gacy.  The move could provide the FBI with priceless insight into the mind of one of the country’s most violent and calculated killers, according to Dr. Ann Wolbert Burgess, a pioneer of the Behavioral Science Unit.  GENETIC GENEALOGY THAT CAUGHT NOTORIOUS KILLERS NOW USED IN NANCY GUTHRIE CASE "The advantage is what more can we learn about somebody who is very organized, very detailed and unfortunately very good at getting away with murder of many women," Burgess told Fox News Digital. "Even though he admits to eight [murders], he could have had more. We don't know – and that might be something that comes out of all of this." The agency’s unit specializes in researching the psychological makeup of the criminal mind, with Burgess adding officials may have been interested in studying Heuermann due to specific aspects of his killings.  BRYAN KOHBERGER TRYING TO BUDDY UP WITH SERIAL KILLERS FROM BEHIND BARS, SOURCE SAYS "At the time we worked on other cases [with the unit], they had to be serial so that you could find the pattern," Burgess said.  "In this particular case, it has to be sexual homicide and I think as soon as these cases started lining up – even before they knew who did it – I am sure they were well aware and collecting data that was available." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Under the agreement, Heuermann is obligated to be "truthful, accurate and complete" with the unit, defense attorney Michael Brown told reporters Wednesday.  While Heuermann could hold the key to previously-unknown details surrounding the inner workings of a serial killer’s mind, Burgess cautions the ability to work alongside the FBI could feed into any narcissistic tendencies that are frequently observed in the most heinous criminals. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER "It keeps him in the spotlight, and he likes that," Burgess told Fox News Digital. "It’s really aligning him with a very elite group. So I think that feeds the ego – it’s certainly an ego thing."  Heuermann’s decision to work with the FBI could potentially spark interest from another infamous killer – Bryan Kohberger, the man convicted of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death inside their home in November 2022. SEND US A TIP HERE "I never knew whether they had made any kind of private agreement that he would answer some questions, because he really needs to," Burgess said. "Maybe that will loosen him up."  The move also has the potential to bring closure to the families of Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman, Amber Costello, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Jessica Taylor, Sandra Costilla, Karen Vergata and Valerie Mack, according to Burgess. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "We want to think of the victims’ families, because that’s who is left with many, many questions about what happened to their loved one," Burgess told Fox News Digital.  "But at least we know now that the families have some closure in terms of what happened," she added. "So, in a sense, that is a plus for them." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Ultimately, Heuermann’s work with the FBI could be pivotal in the prevention, investigation and prosecution of similar cases, with Burgess indicating the unit is likely planning a series of interviews with the now-convicted killer.  "Each interview can go after different information," Burgess said. "Hopefully, they would want to do something on just how he planned it. Then they’d want to do something on any early red flags that could have alerted law enforcement – which would be very helpful for prevention. And third would be just how they do their investigation and prosecution." Regardless of what information the Gilgo Beach serial killer hands over to the FBI, the key ultimately lies with Heuermann. "I think this is a real win for them to get him to talk with the [unit]," Burgess said. "Now, it’s going to be important that the information is correct."  Fox News Digital reached out to the FBI. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d823f73fb569bd90863eb5 Biden-appointed judge at center of repeated clashes with Trump admin issues new immigration block te 2026-04-09T22:11:03.748Z Biden-appointed judge at center of repeated clashes with Trump admin issues new immigration block A Biden-appointed federal judge twice rebuked by the Supreme Court temporarily blocked another Trump administration immigration priority, postponing the termination of temporary protected status for Ethiopians living in the U.S. Judge Brian Murphy of Massachusetts, who has become a frequent legal hurdle for the Trump administration, found that the Department of Homeland Security did not follow proper protocols when it decided to cancel the temporary protected status (TPS) of more than 5,000 Ethiopians in the United States. DHS' decision would have made the migrants eligible for deportation in 60 days and aligned with the Trump administration's goal of dramatically narrowing the government's use of TPS as part of its immigration crackdown. Conservatives lashed out at Murphy on social media for dealing another loss to the president that they perceived as unjust. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., said the ruling was not subject to judicial review under federal immigration law. Murphy had found that DHS did not meet the necessary conditions under the law to legally cancel TPS. DC COURT RULINGS STALL TRUMP AGENDA ACROSS IMMIGRATION, POLICING, FED — RAISING STAKES ON EXECUTIVE POWER "This Rogue Judge lacks the subject matter jurisdiction to issue this order," Schmitt said. "The assault on the rule of law continues." George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley pointed to his writings on Murphy, saying "this system cannot function with such rogue operators at the trial level." Murphy emerged as a thorn to the government when he issued a series of rulings last year blocking DHS from deporting migrants to countries other than their nations of origin, leading the Supreme Court to twice reverse his rulings, including by issuing a rare 7-2 clarification saying that Murphy had flouted the high court's order.  His recent order doubling down on his prior rulings in the case was blocked by an appeals court last month. Murphy noted that he was not bucking the Supreme Court with his TPS opinion after the justices issued a string of emergency rulings green-lighting the cancellation of TPS for some countries, while holding off on addressing it for others. "Note that the Supreme Court gave no explanation for its recent stays of related, but not identical, district court orders. … Nor did the Supreme Court explain its subsequent decision not to stay the district court orders in two consolidated," Murphy wrote, saying that therefore, there was "no reason to assume" the Supreme Court’s opinion on TPS. Iowa Solicitor General Eric Wessan said the law did not permit judges to weigh in on TPS and noted the Supreme Court's position. "One big problem for Murphy is the statute: it explains TPS determinations aren't reviewable. Another is the Supreme Court – which has stopped similar orders twice!" Wessan said. "He finds neither statute nor SCOTUS stops him. I'm unconvinced." Last month, Murphy also temporarily blocked Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine overhaul, finding Kennedy's revised immunization plan reducing the number of vaccines required for children likely violated the law. The move prompted fierce criticism from conservatives, who accused Murphy of activism and selectively weighing "science" in the case. BIDEN-APPOINTED JUDGE TWICE SHUT DOWN BY SCOTUS FACES 'ACTIVIST' FIRE AFTER LATEST TRUMP POLICY BLOCK The TPS lawsuit, brought this year by an immigration advocacy group and three Ethiopians with the protected status, alleged that DHS violated immigration laws and acted with animus by unconstitutionally discriminating against Ethiopian migrants by canceling. DHS canceled TPS for a string of countries, "the apparent goal of which is to significantly reduce the number of non-white and non-European immigrants in the United States," the plaintiffs' lawyers wrote in the complaint. "That animus and related rhetoric have been particularly stark for the nationals of majority Black countries," the lawyers wrote. The Department of Justice could appeal Murphy's ruling, leading to another legal escalation of a prominent case before him. Fox News Digital reached out to the DOJ and Murphy's chambers for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d823cf3fb569bd90863e99 Florida Attorney General Investigates OpenAI and ChatGPT Over F.S.U. Shooting te 2026-04-09T22:10:23.627Z Florida Attorney General Investigates OpenAI and ChatGPT Over F.S.U. Shooting The state’s attorney general, James Uthmeier, said ChatGPT “may likely have been used to assist the murderer” in last year’s shooting at Florida State University. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8218e3fb569bd90863e2c California college to exclude men from areas in order to ensure women, non-binary students are comfortable te 2026-04-09T22:00:46.022Z California college to exclude men from areas in order to ensure women, non-binary students are comfortable The University of Southern California’s gym will experiment with creating an "inclusive workout space" that excludes men multiple times a week. "On Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., the Robinson Room at the Lyon Center may look a little different this month. Instead of being just another corner of the gym, a new inclusive workout space is being tested as a place where women and non-binary students can exercise with a sense of ease," campus newspaper The Daily Trojan reported. This initiative, launched by the Student Assembly for Gender Empowerment (SAGE) was reportedly inspired "from hearing women and non-binary students experience a common sense of discomfort in the gym." "I’ve heard from multiple women and non-binary students’ perspectives who want to be involved within different workout spaces, but don’t really feel comfortable being at the gym," SAGE’s advocacy liaison Jana Alnajjar said. "Whether that means they’re getting approached regularly or people look them up and down. Over time, that discomfort leads them to stop trying to go to the gym altogether." USA RUGBY TO INTRODUCE 'OPEN' GENDER CATEGORY FOR TRANS ATHLETES The initiative will be launched as an experimental trial run, because, according to The Daily Trojan, "the room is meant to support women and non-binary student groups, but must also remain open to all under University policy." "Because of University constraints [and] current federal constraints on DEI … there was a lot of back and forth on whether this would even be a viable option," Alnajjar told the campus paper. "How can we do it and advertise it in a way that students know it’s a space for them, but is still open to all?" This trial phase, while small, will initially be about proving that there is sufficient student demand. Mengze Wu, a senior majoring in neuroscience, told the outlet: "My past experiences with being in enclosed spaces where it’s very men-dominated has never been super pleasant."  "There tends to be this problem that I face where I don’t get to take up a lot of space unless I really declare myself," she continued. "And even with that, I face a lot of hindrance in being able to feel completely comfortable." FORMER WYOMING VOLLEYBALL STAR REVEALS HOW THE SJSU TRANS SCANDAL PERMANENTLY RUINED FRIENDSHIPS ON HER TEAM Hannah Lee, a senior majoring in biomedical engineering, argued that the fact this initiative needs to be considered at all, speaks about pervasive problems in society. "The fact that we even think, ‘Oh, this is kind of a good idea,’ like a space separately for women, just shows systemically how there’s a greater issue," Lee told The Daily Trojan. "There shouldn’t need to even be a place for women specifically. It should be gender inclusive to everyone." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Fox News Digital reached out to USC, and a spokesperson from USC Student Life responded, "This program is sponsored by USC’s undergraduate student government and is open to all students consistent with university policy." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d81f373fb569bd90863d6e Bryson DeChambeau drills patron with tee shot, can't escape bunker in rough first round of the Masters te 2026-04-09T21:50:47.024Z Bryson DeChambeau drills patron with tee shot, can't escape bunker in rough first round of the Masters Bryson DeChambeau had a tumultuous first round of the Masters. DeChambeau, 32, who shot 4 over par on the day, hit a patron with a tee shot on the sixth hole before later struggling to get out of a bunker on the 11th hole, hitting out of the sand three times before escaping the trap. On the 180-yard, par 3, DeChambeau pulled his tee shot toward the left and hit a patron in the leg. The ball bounced back toward the hole and ended up settling off the green. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM DeChambeau covered his mouth with his hand when he saw the ball strike the patron. When he walked toward the green, he found the patron, gave him a golf ball and shook his hand. DeChambeau, who was even par at the time, made an outstanding recovery, chipping the ball to three feet from the hole despite being 24 yards out and eventually saved par by making the ensuing putt. The Clovis, California, native, remained at even par until the 11th hole, when he had difficulty escaping a greenside bunker. DeChambeau’s second shot was from the fairway, hitting down toward a green that was flanked by a pond and a bunker. DeChambeau stayed far away from the pond, and his ball ended up rolling in the bunker. KEVIN HART CADDIES FOR BRYSON DECHAMBEAU IN AUGUSTA NATIONAL DEBUT, DELIVERING HILARIOUS PAR 3 CONTEST MOMENTS The LIV Golf star hit his first bunker shot just three yards, not even nearing the lip of the bunker. His second bunker shot went nowhere, and he appeared to completely miss the ball. DeChambeau finally escaped the bunker on his third attempt, hitting the ball just over the ledge of the sand trap before letting it roll about 15 feet away. He ended up two-putting for triple bogey, bringing him to three over par for the day. His struggles continued on the 16th hole, when he three-putted for bogey to bring him to four over par on the day. DeChambeau erased the stroke gained with a birdie on the 17th hole after a great iron shot from the rough left him eight feet from the hole. However, DeChambeau bogeyed the 18th hole, finishing with a 4-over 76 for the day. For DeChambeau, his start to the Masters was similar to last year's, when he shot an opening-round 73. DeChambeau rallied in the second and third rounds, and he entered the final round in the final pairing with Rory McIlroy before shooting a 75 on Sunday to end in a tie for fifth place. DeChambeau will look to turn things around Friday, when he tees off at 1:20 p.m. ET. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d81aea3fb569bd90863c32 Kalshi faces criminal charges in Arizona as judge denies injunction te 2026-04-09T21:32:26.856Z Kalshi faces criminal charges in Arizona as judge denies injunction Key Points: Federal judge allows Arizona to prosecute online gambling site Kalshi Kalshi claims its activities are regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Kalshi faces 20 criminal charges, including 16 sports-related counts A federal judge is refusing to block the state of Arizona from prosecuting an online gambling site for violating state gaming laws. In an opinion late April 8, U.S. District Court Judge Michael Liburdi acknowledged a legal conflict between Kalshi and the state over which laws take precedence. But he said that, for the moment, he would allow Attorney General Kris Mayes to continue pressing charges. Kalshi contends that its activities, like letting people bet on everything from political and social events to sports and weather, are regulated by the federal Commodity Futures Trading Commission. That, the company’s attorneys told the judge, trumps arguments by Mayes, who says state laws allow only regulated entities to take wagers — and only on sporting events. So they asked Liburdi to issue an injunction barring the state from pursuing the 20 criminal charges it has brought against Kalshi. Tied up in all of this is whether the various events that Kalshi customers can wager on fall under the definition of “swaps” within the federal Commodity Futures Act. That involves transactions in which people can agree to bet money on a future contingent event. So, for example, Arizonans logging into the Kalshi website today can put money down on what they think will be the rate of the U.S. tariff on China on July 1, how high the unemployment numbers will go, and even whether Dune Part Three will win an Oscar next year. The price of buying a swap fluctuates depending on how many people bet on an individual outcome. Liburdi, in a detailed 15-page ruling, said it is “premature” for him to rule on that question of what is a “swap” just yet. But what he did conclude is that while the case is pending in his court, he won’t block the state case from pursuing its criminal charges. The key, the judge explained, is something called the Anti-Injunction Act. It says that federal courts can’t block proceedings in state court except in narrow exceptions. More to the point, Liburdi said that act applies as long as there is a case in state court, which is the case here. What could complicate all that is that this is no longer just a legal dispute between Kalshi and the Attorney General’s Office. The Community Futures Trading Commission has filed its own suit in federal court. In that case, now consolidated with Kalshi’s original lawsuit, the agency is siding with the company and urging Liburdi to rule that any action by the Attorney General’s Office is preempted. Liburdi, however, said that, for the moment, the intervention of the Trump administration does not change his belief that Mayes is free to pursue Kalshi in state court. But he did agree to hear arguments from attorneys for the CFTC that they are entitled to block Mayes’ case, even if Kalshi is not. The company faces its first hearing April 13 in Maricopa County Superior Court. Mayes has charged Kalshi with four counts of illegal wagering on elections, all based on bets filed by an investigator from her office between December 2025 and February 2026. One of those, for example, is whether Andy Biggs would win the Republican Party primary in his bid for governor. A spokesman for Mayes declined to say which way the investigator bet. But he said each of those election wagers carries a maximum penalty of $10,000. The remaining 16 counts involved sports bets, ranging from the outcome of a women’s basketball game between Arizona State University and the University of Arizona to whether Devin Booker would score more than 25 points in a specific game between the Phoenix Suns and the Indiana Pacers. Each carries $20,000 penalties. A spokesman for Mayes said late April 8 that the office’s lawyers were analyzing the ruling. “But we believe the court made the right decision,” he said. There was no immediate response from Kalshi. The post Kalshi faces criminal charges in Arizona as judge denies injunction first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d81ad43fb569bd90863c0c Woman discovers missing nose ring traveled to her lungs, causing month-long cough te 2026-04-09T21:32:04.677Z Woman discovers missing nose ring traveled to her lungs, causing month-long cough A TikToker in Mexico thought her cough that wouldn’t go away was just a reaction to the changing weather. Instead, it was her own nose ring, lodged deep within her lungs. The 26-year-old, Monica Deyanira Cabrera Barajas, recently went viral on TikTok, amassing 4.7 million views after revealing the freak medical accident. In videos, she shared that the stray accessory sat a mere 0.5 millimeters from her aorta, Jam Press reported. NEW ‘SAFER OPIOID’ DELIVERS PAIN RELIEF WITHOUT ADDICTION RISK IN EARLY TESTS Deyanira, who has a large number of piercings, didn't initially notice the jewelry was missing. It wasn't until she developed a "chronic cough" lasting over a month that she went to see a doctor. "The only theory I have, which I told the pulmonologist, is that I fell asleep, the little ball fell out, and that was it," Deyanira told creatorzine.com. "I was lying on my back, I didn't realize, and that's how I messed up." DANGEROUS TIKTOK TREND LEAVES BOY BADLY BURNED AS DOCTORS ISSUE WARNING What was supposed to be a routine 20-minute extraction turned into a high-stakes medical procedure. During the initial attempt, surgeons were unable to budge the object because it had already begun attaching to her internal tissue. "It ended up taking an hour and 20 minutes, and they still couldn’t remove it because it was attached to my body," she said, according to the Jam Press report. Facing a second, more invasive surgery and the risk of a fatal hemorrhage, Deyanira prepared for the worst. The night before the surgery, she wrote a farewell letter to her loved ones. "I was honestly thinking, ‘I'm going to die,'" she said. "It's a horror I wouldn't wish on anyone." CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES The woman's surgeon was equally stunned by how close the metal was to her heart. According to Deyanira, the doctor told her, "It seems God takes care of his creatures." If the metal had punctured her lung or heart before doctors discovered it, Deyanira said she likely would have died from a lung collapse or perforated aorta. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Now, the TikToker says her days of septum rings are over. "I love piercings, and I really liked my septum piercing, but in my case, I wouldn't get it again because of the terror I experienced," she said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Followers commented that the ordeal "unlocked a fear I didn't know I had." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d81ac03fb569bd90863c03 PGA Tour broke promise on Brooks Koepka’s return, honorary Masters starter Tom Watson says te 2026-04-09T21:31:44.945Z PGA Tour broke promise on Brooks Koepka’s return, honorary Masters starter Tom Watson says Legendary golfer Tom Watson offered a blunt take the new program that paved the way for Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour. Koepka left LIV Golf in December 2025. At the time of his departure, the three-time PGA Championship winner had roughly one year remaining on his contract with the Saudi-backed circuit. Koepka applied for PGA Tour reinstatement and quickly gained approval under the tour's new Returning Member Program. Watson, a two-time Masters champion who participated in Thursday morning's ceremonial tee off at Augusta National, voiced strong criticism about the process. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "The Tour ​made a decision to renege on what they promised when the players left for LIV. They felt ‌that the compensation that he's paid is good enough," Watson said at the 90th edition of the Masters. Watson then laid out what he believes should happen going forward. "I thought the LIV players, when they left, they were supposed to be banned for life. If I was commissioner, that's what I ​would do. I'd say if you're finished with your contract with LIV Golf, if you want to play ​the PGA Tour again, you come back, and you must play the Korn Ferry Tour for ⁠a year to qualify for it." BROOKS KOEPKA'S ATTORNEY GIVES INSIDE LOOK INTO GOLFER'S LIV DEPARTURE, RETURN TO PGA TOUR Koepka addressed his return to the PGA Tour in a post on social media. "When I was a child, I always dreamed about competing on the PGA Tour, and I am just as excited today to announce that I am returning to the PGA Tour," Koepka said in a statement posted to X on Jan. 12. "Being closer to home and spending more time with my family makes this opportunity especially meaningful to me. I believe in where the PGA Tour is headed with new leadership, new investors, and an equity program that gives players a meaningful ownership stake." "I also understand there are financial penalties associated with this decision, and I accept those," his statement continued. He agreed to five years in the player equity program — a penalty worth up to $85 million, according to the tour's CEO Brian Rolapp. The pro golfer also committed to $5 million in charity donations and will have to earn his way into the tour's signature events. Several LIV golfers — including Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and Cameron Smith — rejected the PGA Tour’s controversial offer. Hideki Matsuyama and Wyndham Clark, who reportedly passed on financially advantageous LIV deals, said Koepka’s move left them conflicted. Matsuyama told Golf Digest Japan he was "shocked" by Koepka’s return, adding that he respected the decision but was discouraged by what he saw as a lack of communication from the tour. Watson joined the PGA Tour in 1971, winning eight major during his storied career. He also suggested that LIV defections created a fundamental breach of the sport’s core principles. "When the players left, they ​violated the No. 1 rule that we really had out here, which is to ​protect the sponsors," ⁠he said. "Sponsors need players. They need the names to be able to promote their tournaments. If the players play wherever they want to play without a conflicting-event rule -- where you had to seek the permission of the PGA Tour to play in a ⁠tournament opposite ​of a PGA Tour tournament -- the sponsors would be hurt by that. ​I think we all understood that. "When the players left for LIV, I think it was basically over. They chose to go for the money, which ​is fine. But to return to the tour, I thought, was a nonstarter. But apparently it's not." Watson last played competitively at the 2019 Senior Open Championship and continues as an honorary starter to open the Masters for a fifth consecutive 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/69d81a983fb569bd90863be8 Israel Complicates Trump’s Push for Peace With Iran te 2026-04-09T21:31:04.817Z Israel Complicates Trump’s Push for Peace With Iran President Trump said he had asked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to scale back Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d81a813fb569bd90863bc3 EFF is the latest organization to leave X te 2026-04-09T21:30:41.011Z EFF is the latest organization to leave X The EFF follows the departure of various news organizations and others, who no longer find X a viable source of traffic. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d81a6d3fb569bd90863bba ChatGPT finally offers $100/month Pro plan te 2026-04-09T21:30:21.548Z ChatGPT finally offers $100/month Pro plan OpenAI announced on Thursday something that power users have been asking for: a $100/month plan. Previously subscriptions jumped from $20 to $200 per month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d818673fb569bd90863b5f Artemis II pilot Victor Glover’s daughter steals spotlight in viral tribute: 'First daughter of the moon' te 2026-04-09T21:21:43.863Z Artemis II pilot Victor Glover’s daughter steals spotlight in viral tribute: 'First daughter of the moon' As Artemis II races toward a historic return from the moon, it’s a daughter’s joyful, offbeat tribute to astronaut Victor Glover that’s capturing the internet’s heart. Glover's daughter went viral on social media this week after posting a video playfully dancing while wearing a shirt donning a picture of her father in a space suit. "When your dad successfully pilots Artemis II halfway to the moon ... & u forget the dance," Glover's daughter, Maya, wrote in an Instagram post. The video amassed a staggering 21.9 million views on TikTok and Instagram as of Thursday afternoon, with companies including Walmart and Spotify weighing in on her parent's impressive feat. NASA'S ARTEMIS II CREW COMMITS TO MOON TRAJECTORY AFTER CRITICAL BURN SENDS ORION INTO DEEP SPACE "This quite literally makes you generationally iconic," Instagram's official account commented on the post. Walmart added, "'yeah my dad is out of this world.'" "First daughter of the moon," Starbucks commented. ARTEMIS II ASTRONAUTS FACE TOILET TROUBLE AS THEY HEAD TOWARD THE MOON Coach replied, "He's an icon." Victor Glover is the first Black astronaut to travel beyond low Earth orbit and journey to the vicinity of the moon. In a separate post, the California Polytechnic State University student shared a series of NASA-related photos from her childhood. "The kid that built rockets in the garage wearing her dads aviator helmet just watched her dad launch to the moon on the most powerful rocket humans have ever built for all mankind," she wrote in the post. "We love you dad." Following a successful 10-day mission, Orion is expected to splash down in the Pacific Ocean Friday night. Re-entry remains a large hurdle, with dangers arising from the 25,000 mph high-speed return to Earth. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d818543fb569bd90863b56 Spanberger breaks silence on ‘sanctuary’ claims as ICE clashes heat up te 2026-04-09T21:21:24.326Z Spanberger breaks silence on ‘sanctuary’ claims as ICE clashes heat up Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger broke her relative silence on multiple controversial issues stemming from her first three-plus months in office, claiming the Old Dominion is not a sanctuary state and poking holes in the context surrounding a damning favorability poll. Spanberger has been under fire for undoing predecessor Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s 287(g) cooperation agreement with the Department of Homeland Security. Multiple heinous crimes have been committed in Virginia, allegedly by illegal immigrants and often under the auspices of sanctuary prosecutors, while she also faces criticism over an April 21 redistricting effort she backed that would draw out all but one Republican congressman. "Virginia is not a sanctuary state — full stop," Spanberger said shortly after exiting the Executive Mansion in Richmond. "There's a lot of misinformation out there, certainly everything that you might read on Twitter is not real, but it's actually pretty outrageous some of the things that have been reported along the way," she said, pointing to her executive order on immigration enforcement cooperation. HOMAN WARNS SPANBERGER BLOCKING ACCESS TO VIRGINIA JAILS COULD FORCE MORE ICE STREET OPERATIONS: 'DO THE JOB' She said her directive was simply for state agencies, including VSP, not to place their troopers under DHS supervision. "And I feel very strongly about that because [VSP] is a top-notch law enforcement agency. And I don't think it is responsible for us or me as governor or the Commonwealth of Virginia to put Virginia State Police under the supervision or direction of ICE." According to an extant policy in neighboring West Virginia, only participating law enforcement personnel who are nominated, trained, certified, and authorized have the authority to conduct delegated immigration officer functions under a 287(g) agreement. Only then will immigration enforcement functions be carried out under the supervision or direction of ICE. Spanberger also pushed back on reports that she has therefore banned Virginia law enforcement from any ICE cooperation or localities from entering into their own 287(g) agreements with ICE. "That is not correct. My predecessor said they had to. I simply said I was not forcing them to." While Spanberger’s statement is accurate, a bill that would enact such a ban arrived on her desk March 31 from Sen. Saddam Salim, D-Dunn Loring. GOP OVERPERFORMS IN VIRGINIA SPECIAL ELECTION, FUELING EARLY MOMENTUM TALK IN BLUE-TRENDING STATE Salim’s bill bans any law enforcement agency in Virginia from engaging in 287(g) agreements unless an officer is presented with a judicial warrant, subpoena, or detainer for a suspected illegal immigrant that has been signed by a judge. Spanberger said that her Department of Corrections still provides a monthly list to DHS of noncitizens in its custody, and that the press has incorrectly reported that Virginia can no longer coordinate with federal agencies at this juncture. "It was only the 287(g) agreements that I said state agencies cannot enter into … Task forces work together. All of that continues to be the case [including] JTTF…" Spanberger said that if ICE asks Richmond for help and has a warrant related to a suspect’s actions, Virginia will be glad to assist. She also pushed back on concerns over a Washington Post poll showing her with the lowest net-favorability rating of any governor going back to the 1990s. "I would say, if everybody hated me, why is everybody putting my face on their mailers for the referendum, would be question number one," she quipped. Spanberger has been criticized for opposing gerrymandering in support of a 2019 referendum currently in effect, but she again on Wednesday endorsed Virginia Senate President L. Louise Lucas’ controversial redraw. She added that her election, a "seventeen-point swing" is "the only poll that matters. And now I’m doing the work for Virginia." SPANBERGER REFUSES TO HONOR ICE DETAINER IN MURDER CASE, ESCALATING SHOWDOWN WITH TRUMP DHS "What matters to me in the end is what I am delivering for people. I knew when I first was elected that I would have a big target on me," she said. The governor added that the critiques of her work are at odds with the fact that "everybody thinks I’m a convincing character" in festooning her likeness on innumerable redistricting mailers. "I voted yes, and encourage others to do so," she said, going on to dismiss claims she should be "barnstorming" Virginia in favor of the redraw as Gov. Gavin Newsom did in California — saying that she is a first-term governor closing out her inaugural legislative session versus a last-term governor with national aspirations. On Thursday, ICE Director Todd Lyons was asked about Spanberger, and told Fox News that Spanberger should "read the headlines" about what’s going on in Fairfax and elsewhere before breaking with ICE. "I never I thought in my whole career, someone would campaign on going against law enforcement, right... Elected officials like the governor want to give me a call and work with us, that's what we want. Fox News’ Bill Melugin contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d818403fb569bd90863b4d Megan Rapinoe says Geno Auriemma has 'added responsibility' of positive representation because he is White te 2026-04-09T21:21:04.501Z Megan Rapinoe says Geno Auriemma has 'added responsibility' of positive representation because he is White Former UConn star Sue Bird and her wife, ex-soccer star Megan Rapinoe were critical of Bird's former coach, Geno Auriemma, after he got into a shouting match with South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley following their Final Four bout. Rapinoe said the coach put "you all in a really tough spot." "Listen, I think what Coach Auriemma did last night was obviously wrong and disappointing," Bird said on her and Rapinoe's podcast before praising the coach for apologizing rather quickly. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "We’re so used to him speaking his mind in those moments, especially in a press conference, that it did feel out of character on some level. But I am glad he came out with a statement and apologized." Rapinoe took it a step further, saying that because Auriemma is an important presence as a White man in a "predominantly Black space," "it matters" how he represents himself. "No matter the growth, investment, and success, women’s basketball sits at the intersection of gender, race, sexuality, and diversity, because of who he is in this sport — and he absolutely deserves respect for his success — it matters how he shows up," Rapinoe said. JIMMY KIMMEL TELLS UCLA WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM TO GIVE TRUMP FAKE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY "It matters that he acknowledges South Carolina’s players and says, 'You beat me.' It matters that he shows up for his staff, his players, Dawn Staley, and her team. Not being there in that moment didn’t honor the space he’s been given. He didn’t show that respect back, and I think that’s what struck a nerve with people. "As a highly successful White figure in this space, there’s an added responsibility to lead by example in allyship and stewardship of the game. He missed the mark on that. He has apologized, which is important, and hopefully he continues to take responsibility and repair." Auriemma said after the game he was upset Staley had not shaken his hand before the game (the two were seen shaking hands pregame, but Auriemma said he waited several minutes before seeing Staley). "There’s no excuse for how I handled the end of the game vs. South Carolina," Auriemma said in a statement posted to social media. "It’s unlike what I do and what our standard is here at Connecticut. I want to apologize to the staff and the team at South Carolina. It was uncalled for in how I reacted. The story should be how well South Carolina played, and I don’t want my actions to detract from that. I’ve had a great relationship with their staff, and I sincerely want to apologize to them." South Carolina wound up losing to UCLA in the national championship. 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/69d818163fb569bd90863b15 What founders can learn from Anjuna’s layoffs and recovery te 2026-04-09T21:20:22.083Z What founders can learn from Anjuna’s layoffs and recovery In 2021, Anjuna Security was growing fast, hiring aggressively, and chasing a market that seemed limitless. By the end of that year, the venture-backed cybersecurity company had scaled to around 75 employees, building out sales, customer success, and support teams in anticipation of continued hyperg Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d815bc3fb569bd90863a83 Volkswagen drops all-electric ID.4 in the US in pivot back to gas SUVs te 2026-04-09T21:10:20.775Z Volkswagen drops all-electric ID.4 in the US in pivot back to gas SUVs All resources at its U.S. factory are aimed at the upcoming Atlas SUV. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d813943fb569bd90863a4b War crimes experts: Trump’s Iran threats would be illegal if carried out te 2026-04-09T21:01:08.411Z War crimes experts: Trump’s Iran threats would be illegal if carried out U.S. President Donald Trump speaks from the Cross Hall of the White House on April 1, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump used the prime-time address to update the nation on the war in Iran. (Photo by Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s threats to destroy power plants and bridges in Iran before saying he was prepared for a “whole civilization” to die have renewed questions about what constitutes an illegal order and what, if any, repercussions officials could face for committing war crimes.   The issue originally surged to the forefront last year when the Trump administration repeatedly struck boats in the Caribbean officials alleged were carrying illegal drugs. Democratic lawmakers with backgrounds in the military and intelligence community then published a video reminding troops they “can” and “must refuse illegal orders.” “No one has to carry out orders that violate the law or our Constitution. We know this is hard and that it’s a difficult time to be a public servant,” they said. “But whether you’re serving in the CIA, in the Army, or Navy, or the Air Force, your vigilance is critical.” The issue of legal versus illegal military orders surfaced again this week when Trump escalated his threats against Iran, leading to bipartisan condemnation from members of Congress before he gave that country’s leaders two more weeks to negotiate. But what exactly violates international law or rises to the level of a war crime is often murky, as is who would be willing to prosecute U.S. troops, according to experts interviewed by States Newsroom.  Rachel E. VanLandingham, professor of law at Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles and a former judge advocate in the U.S. Air Force, said that “at the end of the day, the law of war does allow for a great deal of violence and a great deal of civilian suffering.”  But several of the threats Trump has made, including to destroy power plants and bridges in Iran, would likely violate the law if the military were to carry them out, she said.  “Under no stretch of interpretation would that be lawful, right? Because that just fails to distinguish whatsoever the civilian objects versus lawful military objectives, even if we stretch the definition of what’s a lawful military objective,” VanLandingham said.  The boat strikes in the Caribbean, including the decision to order a second strike on two survivors, could also have been illegal, she said.  VanLandingham doesn’t expect the Trump administration will hold anyone accountable for actions the military has already taken or may take. But she noted there is no statute of limitations on the charges that would likely apply under the Uniform Code of Military Justice for military members or the War Crimes Act for anyone not subject to the military justice system. “The next administration could come in and investigate our service members for alleged war crimes. And they should, to demonstrate renewed fidelity to U.S. law, to the law of war,” she said.  Congress doesn’t have the authority to prosecute anyone for violating the law, but could hold oversight hearings with Defense Department officials, a scenario that would become more likely if one or both chambers return to Democratic control following the November midterm elections.  “They can have public, open hearings and drag in every single military member that was involved in the chain of command of orders for striking Iran, if they wanted to,” VanLandingham. “That’s not a criminal prosecution, but it’s transparency.” Lawmakers could also provide more funding and require the Pentagon to reinstitute the Civilian Harm Mitigation Program, which she said “the Trump administration has gutted.” Geneva Conventions Leila Sadat, the James Carr Professor of International Criminal Law at WashU Law School in St. Louis, Missouri, said that in a situation where the president directs the military to violate the laws of war, it’s highly unlikely military commanders or the Department of Justice would then turn around and prosecute those actions.  Even if a prosecutor were to try, Trump would likely be insulated from any domestic prosecution for “official acts.” And as president he could issue preemptive pardons for any military members he believes could face future prosecution, either in the military or civilian justice system. Trump has a history of absolving military members accused of violating military law, including in 2019, when he pardoned two officers in the Army for actions in Afghanistan and restored the rank of a Navy Seal who had been demoted for his conduct in Iraq. Trump later pardoned four contractors for killing more than a dozen Iraqi civilians in 2007. But those protections only apply within the United States.  The Geneva Conventions’ provision on universal jurisdiction would apply internationally and any country could choose to prosecute.  “Now you still have to catch them, you have to get the evidence, but every state in the world is a party to the Geneva Conventions,” Sadat said. “So committing violations of the Geneva Conventions by attacking civilian objects, by attacking marketplaces, or hospitals, or schools, or electrical infrastructure, those kind of crimes can be prosecuted by every country in the world. So people should think about it before they do it.” France, Germany and Sweden have all used the principle of universal jurisdiction to prosecute Syrians for crimes they committed during the war in their home country, she said.  “The one debate is, do you have to have the person on your territory before you can go forward? Or can you do an investigation even if the person is not on your territory?” Sadat said. “And many have argued that you can do the investigation even if the individual is not on your territory. Different countries have different rules on whether they accept trials in absentia.” Sadat said that gets a bit more complicated when the Status of Forces Agreements that give the U.S. jurisdiction over alleged wrongdoing by U.S. troops in dozens of countries come into play.  Sadat, who was a special adviser on Crimes Against Humanity to the International Criminal Court Prosecutor from 2012 through 2021, said if the U.S. military were to carry out some or all of the threats Trump posted to social media, that could have led countries to reconsider those agreements.  “It could create a huge security problem for the United States eventually. And that’s why I hope calmer heads are prevailing. Saying, ‘You know, there’s an entire complex web of treaties and agreements,'” she said.  Trump would also likely pressure countries not to try U.S. military members for violating international law, but he may not always be successful, she said.   “Eventually there’s going to be a country in which that’s not going to work,” Sadat said. “And so that’s why you really do have to think of this a little bit differently, because there are external forces and external actors that could decide we’re going to enforce the law, even if the United States is not going to enforce the law.” Investigating US forces Susana Sacouto, director of the War Crimes Research Office at American University’s Washington College of Law, said the Geneva Conventions require the U.S. to “investigate and … deal with alleged violations of the law of war by its own forces.” How well that works in practice has “varied over time,” she said.  “The problem is, we have an architecture, but those cases, particularly the criminal cases, are really exceptional, and they’re really exceptional, especially regarding senior officials,” Sacouto said. “So there’s been a lot of criticism about whether that architecture that exists is actually functioning to routinely investigate our own military actions for potential war crimes or (international humanitarian law) violations.”  There is the possibility a future presidential administration may have defense officials or the Department of Justice look into allegations that emerge during the Trump administration. But Sacouto said, “past history with respect to accountability for U.S. officials, especially senior officials, is not very encouraging.” Congressional investigations into the Central Intelligence Agency’s use of torture in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks is one example Sacouto pointed to of a long-term investigation that did not lead to any high-level prosecutions.  “Even then, no senior officials were really ultimately held accountable for their role in that program,” she said. “There were lower-level Abu Ghraib prosecutions, but no senior-level folks were found accountable.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d813693fb569bd90863a0e Endowed professorship established to honor U of A cardiothoracic surgeon Gulshan Sethi te 2026-04-09T21:00:25.320Z Endowed professorship established to honor U of A cardiothoracic surgeon Gulshan Sethi Endowed professorship established to honor U of A cardiothoracic surgeon Gulshan Sethi mittank Thu, 9 Apr 2026 - 12:14 Endowed professorship established to honor U of A cardiothoracic surgeon Gulshan Sethi Today The University of Arizona Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d811423fb569bd908639ca ‘They can read each other’s minds’: New Zealand water polo duo leaving its mark at ASU te 2026-04-09T20:51:14.487Z ‘They can read each other’s minds’: New Zealand water polo duo leaving its mark at ASU TEMPE – New Zealand is known for rugby, stunning landscapes, unique culture, sheep, strict biological security, and Americans mixing up the city of Queenstown (in New Zealand) with the Australian state of Queensland (definitely not in New Zealand) on a map.  A pair of ASU Kiwis want to make New Zealand known for something else: water polo.  Seniors Sophie Shorter-Robinson and Millie Quin first met each other at a high school water polo team bonding event in 2018 during Quin’s freshman year at the Diocesan School for Girls in Auckland.  “I remember her being shy and very quiet back then and she always says she used to be scared of me,” Shorter-Robinson said. “(It’s) funny to see how our friendship has grown since then.” They played together in high school and on a club team before making the senior New Zealand national team. When it came time for college, both Quin and Shorter-Robinson had their eyes set on the U.S. Quin first committed to Cal while Shorter-Robinson chose ASU.  Shorter-Robinson found a home in Tempe right away, scoring 25 goals in 22 games during her freshman season in 2023. During her four seasons in Tempe she’s potted 173 goals and added 17 assists.  “I chose ASU because of the coaching staff, the team culture and the balance of academics and sports together,” Shorter-Robinson said. “I knew it was a place I could grow and thrive both in and out of the water.”  Quin, however, had a tougher go in Berkeley.  “At the start, it was pretty overwhelming. I think I focused on the status of the school and how good the water polo was,” Quin said. She admitted she found out there was more to choosing the right school for her the second time, saying, “I think with my second time around I really knew what it was that I wanted.” For Quin, the 24-5 Sun Devils have been the perfect fit.  In her third season in Tempe, Quin became the all-time leading scorer and points leader in Sun Devil history. Her career tally reads 270 goals and 96 assists (does not include the 2026 Triton Invitational for which stats were not kept). Quin also sits third all-time on the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation conference career goals scored list with 289 after scoring last week against Indiana.  She’ll have a chance to add to those totals with the MPSF conference championships starting Friday when the No. 5 Sun Devils take on No. 4 Cal at the Spieker Aquatics Complex in Berkeley.  “It’s a huge privilege but when I think about it I don’t see it as an individual accolade,” Quin said. “I couldn’t have done it without my teammates, the coaches and the support from ASU. I’m super grateful for all the support that’s gone into being able to get me there.” ASU coach Petra Pardi recruited both Quin and Shorter-Robinson to Tempe, and has watched their connection and friendship grow both in and out of the water. “I think they believe they are actually sisters,” Pardi said with a laugh. “I think they can read each other’s minds at this point. It looks nice in the water, but also outside of the water, they can just talk to each other just looking at each other. They’re very close.” The “sisters” are looking at opportunities to play together in Europe after they graduate.  “She’s just someone that you can really depend on,” Quin said. “We’ve been through a lot of stages of our lives together. We’ve been able to grow up and mature and kind of see each other in all states. I think she’s the perfect person to continue this experience with and I’m really excited to see where that takes us.” Shorter-Robinson shared the sentiment, saying, “We are pretty much a package deal at this point. “Our relationship has definitely grown over these last few years here at ASU and I couldn’t be more grateful for our friendship. We have been playing together since we were younger and know each other so well in and out of the water so it would be really special to continue that on after ASU.” Their time in Europe would look to serve as a stepping stone for one day representing Aotearoa (the Māori name for New Zealand) in the Olympics.  “I want to continue playing at that high level and the Olympics is kind of set in our sights, so that would be a great pathway to keep training and playing at a high level,” Quin said. Right now, however, they still have goals they hope to accomplish at ASU and are leading by example as they chase them.  “As seniors on the team, I think especially with the nine freshmen that we have this year, they’ve set a really great standard of the level of work required day in and day out,” Pardi said. “They’re demanding a crazy amount of work from everyone else around them, but they’re also willing to put in that work so it makes everybody else want to follow along.” The chance to be leaders on the team is an opportunity Quin and Shorter-Robinson relish. “Millie and I have grown as players throughout our time here at ASU but most importantly as individuals and leaders,” Shorter-Robinson said. “I think that has been something really special this year that we both have really tried to step into leadership roles and be people that the team can turn to both in and out of the water.” Quin and Shorter-Robinson know they wouldn’t be the players or people they are today without their time at ASU.  “I couldn’t be more grateful to have been a part of such a special and unique program,” Shorter-Robinson said. “The support systems and relationships I have developed over these years will last a lifetime and it will be hard to leave that behind.” Quin agreed, calling her time in Tempe one of the most fulfilling stages in her life. “(I’m) super grateful for all the friendships and relationships I’ve been able to build here,” she said. “I’ve been able to develop not just as a player but as a person. It’s definitely been the best experience of my life and I couldn’t recommend it (more) to anyone else.” As the calendar enters mid-April, the Sun Devils embark on the most important part of the season. The MPSF conference championships run this weekend at Quin’s former school in Berkeley. That sets the table for the Sun Devils to reach their ultimate goal and make a run in the NCAA National Collegiate Women’s Water Polo Championship in San Diego April 24-26.  “Making NCAAs this time around and getting inside that top four is a goal,” Quin said. “It’s been a really great group. It’s definitely been my favorite team to be a part of since my time here at ASU. I think what helps is that we’re all on the same team and we all have a common goal which is (to be) inside that top four and upsetting some of those big teams.” The post ‘They can read each other’s minds’: New Zealand water polo duo leaving its mark at ASU appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d811283fb569bd90863987 Israeli man built bomb lab for Iranian plot targeting ex-PM Bennett, authorities say te 2026-04-09T20:50:48.945Z Israeli man built bomb lab for Iranian plot targeting ex-PM Bennett, authorities say Israeli authorities arrested a 22-year-old Haifa resident for his involvement in an Iranian-backed plot to assassinate a high-ranking Israeli official, with the intended target believed to be former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, reports say. Ami Gaydarov, 22, was arrested last month on suspicion that he was working with an Iranian agent to gather intelligence and build a bomb for use in a terror plot against a high-ranking Israeli official. Gaydarov was unaware of the target's identity. A gag order on his arrest was recently lifted, allowing Israeli media outlets to report on the case. Authorities said Gaydarov first made contact with his Iranian handler in August 2025 and was paid roughly $23,000 — most of it in cryptocurrency — to carry out tasks in preparation for the assassination plot. Gaydarov allegedly rented an apartment in the city's downtown area to serve as a laboratory for the bombs. TOP IRANIAN OFFICIAL, COMMANDER KILLED IN STRIKE, ISRAEL DEFENSE MINISTER SAYS "To facilitate the contacts with his handlers, Gaidarov purchased dedicated phones and rented an apartment in Haifa where he produced the explosive substance, while documenting his activities in videos and photos that were sent to his handler as proof of compliance," the Israeli police force said. In connection with the plot, Israeli authorities have also arrested three other suspects, including Sergey Leibman and Edward Shovtiuk. The fourth suspect has not been named. Authorities said indictments for the four suspects should occur in the "coming days." The terror plot was uncovered as part of Israel's "Operation Roaring Lion," a major military campaign launched against Iran on February 28, coinciding with the start of the war with Iran. The arrest of the four men comes as Israeli authorities have won more than 40 indictments against more than 60 defendants working on behalf of the Iranian government. Just two months ago, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered that the citizenship of Israelis convicted of espionage for Iran be stripped of their citizenship. Since the outbreak of the war with Iran, pro-Iranian attacks linked to radical groups have been on the rise. Just last week, French officials reported that a pro-Iran group was behind a failed bomb plot on a Bank of America office in Paris. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80f0e3fb569bd9086393a Need for speed: The bat-speed revolution is reshaping how hitters train, develop te 2026-04-09T20:41:50.189Z Need for speed: The bat-speed revolution is reshaping how hitters train, develop PHOENIX – On the back fields of spring training sites across Arizona, the sound was unmistakable. The crack of the bat echoed a little louder. The ball jumped a little farther. And behind it all was  a growing emphasis across baseball — hitters swinging faster than ever before. As pitchers continue to throw harder, hitters are responding with a corresponding shift of their own. Bat speed, once loosely described as “quick hands,” is now measured, trained and prioritized at every level of the game. At facilities such as Driveline Baseball in Scottsdale, that shift is already underway. “The bat speed, like a revolution kind of, is basically just coming from trying to close the gap between hitting and pitching,” said Jacob Hirsh, a hitting trainer at Driveline. Over the past decade, rising pitch velocities have forced hitters to adapt. As pitchers began prioritizing velocity in the early 2010s, Hirsh said, it created a widening gap between pitching and hitting. “So hitting is just trying to do everything it can do to close that gap,” Hirsh said. “And bat speed is one of the biggest areas, just purely because it’s so influential on exit velocity and how hard hitters can hit the baseball.” That connection between bat speed and exit velocity has become central to modern hitting philosophy. The harder a ball is hit, the more likely it is to result in a hit — a principle backed by data across the sport. “Generally speaking, the harder you hit the ball, the more likely you’re going to get a base hit,” Hirsh said. Bat sensors sit inside a hitting cage at Driveline Baseball in Scottsdale, where players track swing metrics like bat speed and attack angle as part of data-driven training programs. (Photo by Riley Reisner/Cronkite News) Technology driving the change Unlike previous generations, today’s hitters have access to tools that measure nearly every part of a swing. At Driveline, a baseball training facility centered on player development and performance data,  bat sensors, motion capture systems and biomechanics labs are used to break down movements in detail. Devices like Blast Motion sensors attach to the knob of the bat and provide instant feedback on swing metrics. “It’s really easy to track that now through a blast sensor,” Hirsh said. “Put that on the knob of your bat … it can give you a bunch of bat-speed data.” Beyond raw bat speed, hitters also track swing efficiency, attack angle and bat path — metrics that help determine how effectively a hitter transfers energy into the baseball. “For us, it goes kind of beyond just the blast,” Hirsh said. “We have the biomechanics lab … and we really break it down to like how do you move during the load, how do you move when you stride toward the pitcher and how are you moving while you’re swinging the bat?” That level of detail allows trainers to identify specific flaws and tailor programs to each athlete — something that wasn’t possible even a decade ago. Training for speed Bat-speed training is no longer one-size-fits-all. Hirsh said programs are customized based on the athlete’s age, level and time of year. During the offseason, hitters focus on building strength and increasing bat speed. Once the season begins, the emphasis shifts toward maintaining those gains. “It’s really, really dependent on who the athlete is,” Hirsh said. “And then we’ll figure out where to go from there.” That individualized approach is already reaching younger players. Chasen Niemann, an outfielder at Scottsdale Saguaro High School who has committed to North Greenville University (South Carolina), trains at Driveline and sees the impact firsthand. Training programs often include weighted bats, both heavier and lighter than a standard bat, to improve swing speed and efficiency. “There’s a TrackMan machine there, so I usually get a bunch of numbers, like exit velo, bat speed, all that stuff,” Niemann said. “We usually do bat speed days where we swing certain bats under load, overload … swing as hard as you can to figure out what’s the best. “Driveline develops and designs everything specifically to you after gathering all the data on your bat speed and swing.”  The data-driven approach has changed how younger players view development. Instead of relying solely on feel, hitters now train with measurable goals. “I think so,” Hirsh said when asked if younger players are focusing on bat speed earlier. “Just because of the fact that it’s a publicly known metric now.” With leaderboards and publicly available data, players can compare themselves to top professionals, creating clear benchmarks. For example, the Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte has bat speed that ranks in the 90th percentile in MLB per 2025 Statcast data. That visibility has shifted development from subjective evaluation to measurable performance, giving players a clearer understanding of what it takes to succeed at higher levels. “Now that hitters can visibly see the bat-speed leaderboards and are like, ‘OK, like Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge…  all these guys swing the bat so fast,’” Hirsh said. “I need to be like that.” Spring training as a proving ground For professional players, while much of the work happens in the offseason, spring training is where those gains begin to show. Teams use the early weeks of camp to evaluate players coming off months of training, analyzing how their bodies move and how their swings have changed. Many players spend part of their offseason — and even brief stretches during spring training — at facilities like Driveline to fine-tune their swings before facing live pitching. For some, it’s less about building from scratch and more about making targeted adjustments before the season begins. “So we tell most hitters to get in as soon as possible so that we can see how they’re moving when they’re in very close to game shape,” Hirsh said. After time away from the game, mechanics can shift. Spring training provides an opportunity to identify and refine those changes before MLB’s regular season begins. For players, it becomes the first real test of whether offseason adjustments translate to game situations. That mirrors what happens on the pitching side as well. At Driveline, throwing trainer Daulton Barry noted that advances in tracking and biomechanics have helped players better understand what drives performance — a concept now extending to hitters as well.  A faster game As pitchers continue to push velocity higher, hitters are forced to evolve.  For Niemann, the adjustment is already clear. “It makes it a lot easier because when you swing lighter, you’re still swinging hard enough to actually hit the ball,” Niemann said. “You don’t think about swinging harder usually.” That subtle shift – training for speed without consciously forcing it – reflects the broader evolution of hitting. This particular training method involves swinging bats that are heavier or lighter than a standard game bat to train the athlete’s central nervous system and fast-twitch muscle fibers to move the barrel faster. Bat speed isn’t just a buzzword. It’s becoming a defining factor in player development, from high school fields to major league spring training complexes. As the game continues to speed up, the hitters who can keep pace may have the biggest advantage. The post Need for speed: The bat-speed revolution is reshaping how hitters train, develop appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80ef63fb569bd90863915 Gardening Etcetera: Getting your roses to have a healthy start te 2026-04-09T20:41:26.333Z Gardening Etcetera: Getting your roses to have a healthy start 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/69d80edf3fb569bd908638eb Foreign fugitive wanted for woman’s killing lived undetected in US for possibly years before ICE arrest te 2026-04-09T20:41:03.298Z Foreign fugitive wanted for woman’s killing lived undetected in US for possibly years before ICE arrest A foreign fugitive who illegally entered the U.S. and is wanted for killing a woman in Mexico was caught near the southern border after evading notice for possibly years. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Mexican illegal immigrant Jose Gustavo Angulo Bernal outside a residence in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, last week. Though Angulo Bernal had no criminal record in the U.S., he is wanted in the Mexican state of Sinaloa on homicide charges connected to the 2018 murder of a woman. He was arrested during a targeted traffic stop while driving a vehicle registered in his name. In a public statement, the Department of Homeland Security mockingly referred to Angulo Bernal as "one of the Media’s ‘Non-Criminals.’" The agency emphasized that while nearly 70% of ICE arrests are of illegal aliens charged or convicted of crimes in the country, those with foreign charges are not part of that statistic. DHS Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis commented that while "nearly 70% of ICE arrests have been convicted or charged with a crime in the United States," the "actual arrests of public safety threats and criminals is much higher." HOMELAND SECURITY VOWS DEPORTATION OPERATIONS ‘WILL CONTINUE’ AS ICE AGENTS HELP TSA, AGENCY DEFUNDED "Jose Gustavo Angulo Bernal is a cold-blooded killer and an example of who the media often refer to as a ‘non-criminals,’ because they only have heinous convictions in their home country," said Bis. According to DHS, Angulo Bernal is charged with participating in the murder of a woman alongside two other accomplices in Nov. 2018. The agency said that after killing her, the trio allegedly dumped the woman’s body in the town of El Tamarindo, Sinaloa. Then, Angulo Bernal entered the U.S. at an unknown date and time. He evaded detection until recently. On March 31, ICE officers staking out a residence in Lake Havasu City observed Angulo Bernal entering his vehicle around 5:50 a.m. The federal officers conducted a targeted vehicle stop, during which Angulo Bernal was positively identified through his Mexican identification card. He was arrested and taken to ICE’s field office in Phoenix for processing. VICTIM'S FAMILY THANKS TRUMP FOR DEPORTING MIGRANT CRIMINAL DHS said he will remain in ICE custody pending the outcome of his immigration proceedings. "Thanks to ICE law enforcement, this monster wanted for murdering a woman in Mexico is off our streets. From foreign fugitives, gang members, and terrorists, ICE is getting the worst of the worst off our streets and out of our country." MEET THE FAIRFAX KILLERS: TOP VIOLENT ILLEGAL ALIEN CRIMINALS WREAKING HAVOC ON MAJOR AMERICAN SUBURB This comes as DHS continues to undergo a lapse in funding due to a partial government shutdown. The shutdown has been brought on by disagreements in Congress over ICE and Border Patrol enforcement tactics, with Democrats making renewed funding contingent on significant changes to the agency’s current posture. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80ecb3fb569bd908638c7 Misconduct allegations dog Swalwell as Dem rivals seize opening in California governor’s race te 2026-04-09T20:40:43.716Z Misconduct allegations dog Swalwell as Dem rivals seize opening in California governor’s race Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., is facing increased scrutiny over allegations that he engaged in sexual misconduct with female staffers and other women, as several rivals take swipes at him ahead of the state’s June gubernatorial primary election. "I’m very disappointed in Eric Swalwell," former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa said on social media Wednesday. "As more and more women come forward with sexual harassment allegations, Swalwell skipped town to avoid facing tough questions about these allegations." "If Swalwell wants voters to trust him, he needs to show up, stop hiding behind his campaign staff and social media accounts, and answer every question from reporters and the public. Voters deserve nothing less," he added.  The Swalwell campaign fired back in a statement to Fox News Digital, calling Villaraigosa’s claims that the Democratic lawmaker is inaccessible "false" and "absurd." ADAM SCHIFF MAKES ENDORSEMENT IN CALIFORNIA GUBERNATORIAL RACE "Congressman Swalwell spoke to more than 1,000 town hall attendees for nearly 90 minutes Tuesday in Sacramento," Micah Beasley, a spokesperson for the Swalwell campaign, said. "Afterward, he met with members of the media to answer their questions." Beasley added that Swalwell was unable to attend Wednesday’s candidate forum due to prior commitments, but had met with the group previously. Villaraigosa’s social media post referenced a series of accusations circulated by former Democratic congressional staffer and attorney Cheyenne Hunt and other left-leaning politicos who have alleged, without evidence, that Swalwell made sexual advances toward women employed in his office. The allegations threaten to shake up California’s gubernatorial primary, where Swalwell is vying to be among the top two vote-getters who will advance to the November general election. The crowded field also includes Trump-backed former Fox News host Steve Hilton, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco and progressive billionaire Tom Steyer. Former Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., another candidate in the race, has described the allegations as "troubling" and said she is committed to supporting the accusers, who have yet to go public. "It is those women's stories to tell when they are ready, and I hope that they feel safe and supported if they choose to do so," Porter told CNN on Tuesday. "I believe women. I think that has to be the starting place here. So when those women speak up, I will be there, helping to amplify their truths." SWALWELL'S 'I SHOULD BE WORKING' GYM, POOL VIDEOS RESURFACE AS DEM RIVAL HAMMERS HIS MISSED HOUSE VOTES Swalwell has denied any wrongdoing, and his campaign has characterized the sexual misconduct allegations as "outrageous" and implied that the accusers are tied to MAGA. Hunt, executive director of Gen-Z for Change, said she is working with multiple women to go public with their allegations against Swalwell. Hunt has not provided verifiable evidence to support the allegations, and no woman has yet come forward. "The Democratic candidate currently leading in the California governor’s race has a known history of being predatory towards women," Hunt claimed in a post to social media in March. She posted an image of a direct message sent to her privately containing an allegation against Swalwell.  "You know, Eric Swalwell has slept with many of his interns and makes them all sign [non-disclosure agreements] so they don’t speak up, right? And when I was 19, he tried hitting on me and sliding into my DMs," the quote read. Bhavik Lathia, a Democratic operative, has also called on his party to take the allegations against Swalwell "seriously." "Hey, I just got off the phone with a trusted friend. This is real. Take it seriously. Eric Swallwell cannot be our nominee. There is going to be a lot more coming out soon. I can’t say more right now, but stay tuned," Lathia wrote on social media Monday. Swalwell, 45, has served in the House of Representatives since 2013, where he has emerged as a frequent Trump critic. He launched a campaign in late 2025 to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., as the Golden State’s next governor. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80c923fb569bd90863873 New measles case confirmed in Maricopa County, exposure sites identified te 2026-04-09T20:31:14.873Z New measles case confirmed in Maricopa County, exposure sites identified If residents recently visited a Costco or Walmart in Queen Creek, then they may have been exposed to the illness. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80c7a3fb569bd90863842 Florida woman who posed as nurse and treated more than 4,400 patients without a license avoids jail time te 2026-04-09T20:30:50.318Z Florida woman who posed as nurse and treated more than 4,400 patients without a license avoids jail time A Florida woman who posed as a nurse and treated more than 4,400 patients without a license was sentenced this week to probation and community service after pleading no contest, avoiding jail time in a case authorities once called deeply disturbing. The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday that 29-year-old Autumn Bardisa, of Palm Coast, entered the guilty plea on Tuesday to unlicensed practice of healthcare and fraudulent use of identification. Circuit Judge Dawn Nichols withheld adjudication and sentenced Bardisa to five years of probation and 50 hours of community service as part of the agreement. She must also write a letter of apology to the nurse whose license number she used. As part of the plea deal, Bardisa forfeited a nursing license she obtained after her arrest to the Florida Department of Health and is barred from working in the medical field during her probation. MAN CHARGED IN $90M MEDICARE FRAUD SCHEME; DOJ SAYS SUSPECT MAY HAVE ENTERED US ILLEGALLY Bardisa was originally charged with seven counts of unlicensed practice of health care and seven counts of fraudulent use of personal identification information following a seven-month investigation. Authorities said she treated more than 4,400 patients between June 2024 and January 2025, while falsely presenting herself as a licensed nurse at AdventHealth. Investigators determined Bardisa never held a valid nursing license during that time and instead used the license number of another nurse who shared her first name. FLORIDA EXECS SENTENCED IN $233M OBAMACARE FRAUD THAT TARGETED HOMELESS, HURRICANE VICTIMS The case stemmed from a months-long investigation involving state and federal health agencies after hospital officials discovered Bardisa had allegedly used another nurse’s license number and falsified records to land a job as an advanced nurse technician. Investigators said Bardisa initially applied under an "education first" designation, typically used for nursing graduates who have not yet passed their licensing exam. She later claimed she had completed the exam and provided a license number belonging to a different nurse with the same first name. To explain inconsistencies, Bardisa told hospital staff she had recently changed her last name after getting married but never produced documentation when asked to verify the claim. LOS ANGELES COUNTY FACES SCRUTINY AFTER ALLEGED WIDESPREAD HOSPICE FRAUD EXPOSED Despite the missing paperwork, Bardisa was promoted in January 2025, according to investigators. Concerns surfaced when a coworker independently checked her credentials and found she only held an expired certified nursing assistant license, prompting hospital officials to notify authorities. The scheme unraveled after that discovery, leading to her termination and a broader criminal investigation involving multiple agencies. Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly said Bardisa’s actions put patients at risk and undermined trust in the medical profession. DOCTOR DENIES KNOWING ABOUT RAMPANT LA-AREA MEDICARE FRAUD USING HIS PROVIDER NUMBER "Nursing is a noble profession about caring for those in need, but there is a right way and wrong way to go about it, and she chose the wrong way by using a real nurse's license," Staly said, adding that her actions "potentially endangered patients." Staly said Bardisa "ruined her career" and will be unable to work in the medical field for at least three years and up to five years under the terms of her probation. Authorities previously described the case as one of the most significant incidents of medical fraud investigated by the agency. Officials said anyone who believes they may have been treated by Bardisa can contact the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. Fox News Digital’s Stepheny Price contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80a5d3fb569bd908637f6 Next Man Man up: Khaman Maluach, Suns’ young core shine against Dallas te 2026-04-09T20:21:49.951Z Next Man Man up: Khaman Maluach, Suns’ young core shine against Dallas PHOENIX – Next man up, no matter what. That’s the mentality Suns coach Jordan Ott says his team’s young core has embodied all season – a mentality that was on full display Wednesday as the Suns beat the Dallas Mavericks, 112-107 at Mortgage Matchup Center. “They’ve got to continue to work like they’re going to play tonight,” Ott said before the game. “You’re one (key player) ankle sprain away from being back in the rotation and playing 20 to 30 minutes in a meaningful game. So, the reps will come when they come. If they don’t, continue to work.” Those reps came Wednesday. Khaman Maluach took advantage of them. Maluach, a rookie center and the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, logged his first career start against Dallas, where he posted a dominant 14 rebounds and three blocks to go along with four points.  Maluach, who has spent most of his rookie season floating between the Suns and their G-League affiliate Valley Suns, played only seven minutes across Phoenix’s previous three games. However, injury management for usual-starter Mark Williams gave Maluach the opportunity to showcase his value, and in a career-high 30 minutes, Ott believes Maluach did just that. “Just good reps for him, good experience to get out there,” Ott said after the game. “That just speaks volumes to his progress that he’s made over the course of the year. This is just the next step. Even the fourth quarter, late in the game, for him to get those reps. You just can’t duplicate that in anything else.” Despite getting his first opportunity to start in an NBA game, Maluach entered the contest with the same next-man-up mentality he has brought to every game. “I had the same mindset, same approach as usual,” Maluach said. “Be ready, stay ready and just be able to help my team win.” In addition to being a career night for Maluach, this game held an extra level of importance for him, as it was the first time he played against former Duke teammate and Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg. “As soon as we step on those lines, man, it’s competition,” Maluach said. “We go against each other and we’re trying to do whatever it takes for our teams to win. The time we step off, that’s my brother. We spent a lot of time together at school and we are best friends.” In the fourth quarter, the competitive fire was on full display between Flagg and Maluach. As Flagg drove to the basket and tried to dunk on Maluach, Flagg’s attempt was aggressively denied at the rim by the South Sudanese center.  “I mean, it always feels good to get a block, especially on a dunk,” Maluach said. “It felt extra good because it was (Flagg). Before the game, he was like, ‘I’m going to dunk on you,’ and I was like, ‘I’ll try to block it.’” MAN MAN OH MY WHAT A BLOCK‼️ pic.twitter.com/9ipOXso8gR — Phoenix Suns (@Suns) April 9, 2026 Following the block, Maluach stared down his former teammate and had some words for him as they ran back on defense.  Maluach was not the only young Suns player who impressed on the defensive end.  Rookie Rasheer Fleming and second-year forward Ryan Dunn also had impressive defensive outings, namely, against Flagg. Coming off a three-game stretch where he scored 51 points, 45 points and 25 points, Flagg has been one of the NBA’s hottest scorers of late. That trend ended Wednesday, as the Suns held him to just 11 points on 4-of-18 shooting.  Fleming and Dunn, who both played just one minute in Tuesday’s loss against Houston, each tallied double-digit minutes in a close game against Dallas, a testament to what Ott has seen from this group all year. “It’s that time of year where whatever you have scripted, it’s probably not going to go as scripted,” Ott said. “So, it’s that time of year just to take care of business, and tonight we did it.” Though Dallas sits towards the bottom of the Western Conference standings, the Mavericks were able to keep Wednesday’s contest close until the final buzzer, and in a must-win game for the Suns, star guard Devin Booker attributes much of the team’s victory to Maluach.  “With him being the anchor of our defense, which you’ve seen tonight, that’s super valuable,” Booker said. “Khaman stayed the course the entire year and just waited for his opportunity and thrived in it tonight. I’m super proud of him. “I think this is a starting point for him that we’ll look down years down the line and be like, ‘We knew that kid had it from the beginning.’” The post Next Man Man up: Khaman Maluach, Suns’ young core shine against Dallas appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80a473fb569bd908637d7 Exhibition celebrates 70-year career te 2026-04-09T20:21:27.876Z Exhibition celebrates 70-year career Artist Nancy Kravetz, who works out of her North Central home studio, will celebrate her 70-year career at a new exhibit opening in April (photo courtesy of the Kravetz family). With a career spanning seven decades, North Central’s Nancy Kravetz will open her newest exhibition, “Nancy Kravetz: Color Forms the Day,” on April 3 at the ArtReach Space gallery inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Kravetz has continually explored how form and color can be organized to create meaning. Her early training focused on representational painting, beginning with landscapes and seascapes inspired by her New England upbringing. She refined her technical skills through formal study at the Sargent School of Painting, the Prize Program at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and Simmons College. In 1969, Kravetz’s artistic journey shifted decisively toward abstraction after meeting and working with the late Arizona-based artist Dorothy Fratt. This encounter led to a sustained exploration of nonrepresentational form, resulting in a prolific body of paintings and collages. The collages in this exhibition draw inspiration from the rolling tide along a beach, the discovery of unusual handmade papers and the quiet wonder of a full moon or a star-filled night sky. These moments, rooted in observation and memory, continue to shape her work today in her Phoenix studio. A public reception for “Nancy Kravetz: Color Forms the Day” will be held on Wednesday, April 15, at 5 p.m. Visitors can also see the exhibition in the ArtReach gallery from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays from April 3 through June 14. The center is closed on Mondays. For more information, visit www.scottsdalearts.org. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80a303fb569bd908637ab 'Who's the Boss?' star Danny Pintauro trades Hollywood fame for delivery routes as industry stalls te 2026-04-09T20:21:04.194Z 'Who's the Boss?' star Danny Pintauro trades Hollywood fame for delivery routes as industry stalls Danny Pintauro is getting brutally honest about life after child stardom. The former "Who's the Boss?" star, now 50, shared what his life is like after fame as he posted a selfie from his latest side hustle — delivering packages. In a candid Instagram post, Pintauro shared a photo of himself sitting behind the wheel with a car full of deliveries. 'WHO'S THE BOSS?' STAR HOSPITALIZED FOR EMERGENCY SURGERY AFTER THANKSGIVING ACCIDENT "Working hard while ‘not working.’ The entertainment business has been soooo slow, so I’ve been doing what a lot of people do — figuring it out, showing up, and taking the work that’s there while I keep building the work I really want. 38 packages today! There’s no shame in staying in motion," Pintauro captioned the post. APP USERS CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST Pintauro shot to fame on "Who's the Boss?", starring opposite Tony Danza, Judith Light and Alyssa Milano. As Jonathan Bower, he became a fan favorite during the show’s eight-season run from 1984 to 1992. His candid post comes after a frightening health scare that nearly turned deadly. In December 2024, Pintauro revealed he was rushed to the hospital following a Thanksgiving scooter accident. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Sharing a video slideshow on Instagram, the actor detailed how a bike lane he was riding in was "suddenly blocked with cones," leading to a serious crash. His husband, Wil Tabares, drove him to the hospital, where doctors discovered the accident had caused a tear in his stomach lining — a life-threatening injury. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS According to Pintauro, the damage triggered "an infection in my bloodstream," while "air and stomach acid, etc, were escaping into my abdomen." Calling it "the most excruciating pain I’ve ever felt in my whole life," he revealed the diagnosis led to "emergency surgery last night to repair the tear." "If I had waited any longer, I could have died," Pintauro shared at the time, adding that listening to his body ultimately saved his life. He said it "was the one who told me something was absolutely wrong." Since his early success, Pintauro has largely stepped away from the Hollywood spotlight, relocating from California and pursuing a different path while still taking on occasional acting roles, including appearances in projects like "The Quarantine Bunch" and "A Country Christmas Harmony." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d80a053fb569bd90863774 Florida AG announces investigation into OpenAI over shooting that allegedly involved ChatGPT te 2026-04-09T20:20:21.481Z Florida AG announces investigation into OpenAI over shooting that allegedly involved ChatGPT ChatGPT had reportedly been used to plan the attack that killed two and injured five at Florida State University last April. The family of one victim has said that they plan to sue OpenAI over the incident. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8082b3fb569bd90863747 Crypto prices for April 9, 2026 te 2026-04-09T20:12:27.442Z Crypto prices for April 9, 2026 Prices as of 9:00 a.m. Thursday, April 9: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d808143fb569bd90863717 Boston University president apologizes after pride flag removal sparks backlash te 2026-04-09T20:12:04.533Z Boston University president apologizes after pride flag removal sparks backlash The president of Boston University has apologized after pride flags were removed from the office windows over spring break. "Our university and our policies exist within a larger social context—one that is dynamic and complex," Melissa Gilliam, president of Boston University, wrote in a message Monday sent to students, faculty, and staff.  "In the public conversation about Boston University’s time, place, and manner policies, that spotlight has fallen disproportionately on our LGBTQIA+ community, and I have heard how difficult and painful that has been. I am deeply sorry." BU’s Publications & Publicity Policy states that putting up "signs, posters, and fliers is permitted only on authorized bulletin boards. Materials may not be placed on walls, doors, windows, or trees, and may not be attached with permanent adhesives." TRUMP ADMIN RIPS MAMDANI, LOCAL DEMS AS ACTIVISTS OVERRIDE GOV'T MOVE AT NYC MONUMENT: 'FOCUSED ON THEATRICS' The student newspaper Daily Free Press reported that the "policy’s enforcement has led to the recent removal of pride flags and political messages from office windows — drawing scrutiny and prompting protest from faculty, students and advocacy organizations." BU Today, Boston University’s daily website, posted an editor’s note to a March 24 article about university signage saying that on Monday, Gilliam announced Boston University would temporarily stop removing outward-facing signs. The Boston Globe reported that Keith Vincent, a professor in the Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies department, which had a Pride flag removed from its office window over spring break, is thankful for the message. SCHUMER PUSHES BILL TO GIVE PRIDE FLAG SAME STATUS AS US, MILITARY FLAGS "It’s about as good as we could’ve hoped for," Vincent said of Gilliam’s message. "That [Gilliam] sent such a resounding, unambiguous message to the students is really, really important and appreciated." In her message, Gilliam reaffirmed the school’s commitment to LGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff. "Issues of speech can be complicated, but our institutional values are not. Let me be unequivocal: LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, and staff are an essential part of Boston University," Gilliam said. GOP LAWMAKER VOWS TO GIVE PARENTS MORE POWER AS SCHOOLS ‘BLATANTLY' VIOLATE STUDENTS’ RIGHTS "You belong here and are needed here," she added. "You are valued and have our support. We remain committed to ensuring all members of this University feel welcome, feel respected, and can thrive." Fox News Digital reached out to Gilliam and Vincent for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d808003fb569bd9086370e In-N-Out CEO says no to delivery and East Coast expansion: 'We won't compromise' te 2026-04-09T20:11:44.948Z In-N-Out CEO says no to delivery and East Coast expansion: 'We won't compromise' America's favorite burger chain isn't bowing to delivery trends and app-based ordering preferences any time soon. In-N-Out Burger's chief executive officer recently said the California-based fast-food restaurant chain does not intend to offer online ordering or delivery. The restaurants, which are mostly located on the West Coast and in the Southwest, are best known for their fresh, made-to-order burgers, upbeat employees and Bible verses printed on the packaging — a formula that's helped build a loyal fan base. FAST-FOOD SHOCKER: TEXAS CHAIN BEATS MCDONALD'S, BURGER KING ON VALUE In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson made the remarks while speaking at Pepperdine University on March 31 when the moderator asked if the fast-food chain would introduce things like mobile order pickup and app ordering. "We have, for sure, had that put in front of us — and the answer is no," Snyder-Ellingson said. "The main reason is part of what makes In-N-Out and the experience so special — [it's] the interaction and the customer service that we're able to give, the smile, the greeting, just that warmth and feeling, that culture." The CEO added, "And so, the mobile ordering will definitely take a piece of that away and there's also the freshness factor." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Snyder-Ellingson, 43, also said she doesn't see In-N-Out "being on the East Coast in my lifetime. "We won't compromise on quality just to expand," she said. In-N-Out's branding is "intentional and central to its strategy," said Amore Philip, a public relations strategist based in New York. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Philip told Fox News Digital that In-N-Out's in-person experience, atmosphere and fresh food are all qualities that delivery services might compromise. (She is not affiliated with the brand.) "Brands with strong followings do not need to be available everywhere. they create destinations," she said. "In-N-Out has fostered loyalty through scarcity and consistency, achieving more than most brands that rely on widespread convenience." Philip added, "This approach is not nostalgia, but deliberate positioning." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES There's something "psychologically powerful" about the In-N-Out ordering experience, said Jonathan Alpert, a psychotherapist based in New York City. Alpert told Fox News Digital the chain's consistency "builds loyalty over time." "There's also something to the fact that not everything should be instantly available," he noted. "When people have to seek something out, it can feel more special and more tied to habit, ritual and even identity." Alpert said it's about more than just people ordering lunch. "For a lot of customers, going to In-N-Out is part of the experience people have come to associate with the brand," he said. Fox News Digital reached out to In-N-Out for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d807d73fb569bd908636ed Arizona's Apache County will swap to new voting model after years of concern over rejected ballots te 2026-04-09T20:11:03.768Z Arizona's Apache County will swap to new voting model after years of concern over rejected ballots Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d807c43fb569bd908636e3 ICE moved detainees out of an overcrowded Mesa facility before congressional visit te 2026-04-09T20:10:44.022Z ICE moved detainees out of an overcrowded Mesa facility before congressional visit Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d807ae3fb569bd908636c7 StubHub to pay $10M to settle FTC allegations over ‘deceptive’ ticket pricing te 2026-04-09T20:10:22.925Z StubHub to pay $10M to settle FTC allegations over ‘deceptive’ ticket pricing The consumer protection agency says the company violated the FTC Act and its Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees by "deceptively" advertising ticket prices on its website without clearly disclosing upfront what the total cost would be, including all mandatory fees. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d805e73fb569bd90863693 How Trump’s SAVE America Act could make it harder for married women to vote te 2026-04-09T20:02:47.275Z How Trump’s SAVE America Act could make it harder for married women to vote An election worker hands out “I Voted” stickers at the Main Library in Salt Lake City on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. (Photo by Spenser Heaps for Utah News Dispatch) Millions of women could face new challenges to voting under President Donald Trump’s SAVE America Act, which would require voters to prove their citizenship before casting a ballot. The federal legislation would mandate that most Americans show a birth certificate or passport to register to vote. But people with names that don’t match their birth certificate in some instances could have to produce additional documents like a marriage certificate or divorce decree linking their past and current identities. The proposal holds potentially outsized consequences for millions of married and divorced women, transgender individuals and others who have changed their names.  As many as 69 million American women have birth certificates that don’t match their current name, according to an analysis by the liberal Center for American Progress.  “The fact that the majority of women upon marriage do change their name already means that this is going to be completely unequal in how the law is applied,” said Letitia Harmon, senior director of policy and research at Florida Rising, a racial and economic justice nonprofit. Harmon, 43, has personal experience with the issue because of state proof-of-citizenship laws, which have become more common in recent years.  The Florida resident used to live in Kansas, which required individuals to show documents like a birth certificate or passport to register to vote until federal courts struck down the law as unconstitutional. Ahead of the 2014 election, Harmon was unable to locate her birth certificate before the registration deadline and couldn’t vote. More recently, Florida, Mississippi, South Dakota and Utah have all enacted proof-of-citizenship measures this year, in addition to Wyoming in 2025. Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the Florida SAVE Act last week. A dozen years later, Harmon worries she could again face additional hurdles to voting — this time because of multiple name changes. Harmon, who changed her name when she married but later divorced and changed it back, voiced concern that if election officials ever check her registration, it will be flagged. “It’s heartbreaking and it’s infuriating. It feels like we’re going backwards,” Harmon said. Debate in D.C. In Washington, the U.S. Senate has been debating the SAVE America Act, Trump’s signature elections initiative, after a version of the legislation passed the House. The bill doesn’t appear to have enough support to survive a filibuster, but Trump and his allies have pressured senators to end the filibuster to pass it before the midterm elections. Supporters of the bill describe it as an election integrity measure and say it’s necessary to prevent noncitizen voting, though studies have shown that’s extremely rare. The measure reflects a long-running effort by Trump to assert more federal control over elections that includes a campaign by the Department of Justice to obtain sensitive state voter data and an executive order signed last week restricting mail-in voting. Opponents condemn the legislation as unneeded and poorly drafted. If enacted, the bill would take immediate effect, throwing the election process into chaos in a midterm election year as millions of people registering to vote attempt to prove their citizenship. The new requirements would risk disenfranchising American voters struggling to obtain the documents they need in time. Disproportionate effect on married women Critics have especially focused on the disproportionate effect the legislation could have on women. Eighty-four percent of women in opposite-sex marriages take either their husband’s last name or hyphenate their name, according to a 2023 Pew Research Center survey. By contrast, less than 6% of men took their wife’s last name or hyphenated their name. “Given that 85% of American women change their name when they get married, the impact on women is going to be huge and it’s going to be very problematic,” Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, said in a February interview. The House-passed version of the bill says that when individuals applying to register have names that don’t match the name on their proof-of-citizenship documents, they could provide “additional documentation as necessary to establish that the name on the documentation is a previous name of the applicant” or sign an affidavit affirming that the name on the documents is their previous name. According to the bill, each state would establish a process to carry out this provision, in line with guidance from the federal Election Assistance Commission, a bipartisan independent commission that aids election officials. Affidavit provision unclear Some election and legal experts have said the affidavit provision is unclear. It comes immediately before another provision that allows individuals without proof-of-citizenship documentation to register if they sign an attestation that they are a citizen and an election official signs an affidavit saying the person has sufficiently established citizenship. The Election Assistance Commission would create a uniform affidavit for use in that situation. “Who knows what sort of process they’ll say,” said Alison Gill, director of nominations and democracy at the National Women’s Law Center, a progressive legal advocacy group. “So there is language there, but it’s still very vague and conflictual.” Because states would be responsible for setting procedures to vet those with different names on their documents, Gill said some states would probably try to make the process easier than others. But election officials would likely err on the side of strict enforcement because they could be prosecuted for registering individuals who don’t provide citizenship documents. “Ultimately, this puts the burden on election officials, who face criminal and civil liability under the bill, potentially to decide whether to risk registering a person with mismatching documents,” Gill said. ‘Frankly insulting’ White House officials and some congressional Republicans have denied that individuals who change their name would face greater difficulty registering to vote. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in March that there was “zero validity” to claims that the legislation would stop women from voting or make it harder for them to vote. Married women who have changed their name and are already registered to vote would be unaffected by the legislation, Leavitt said. She added that for the “small fraction” of individuals who go on to change their name or their address, they would have to go through their state’s process to update their documentation. “I think it’s frankly insulting that the Democrats are saying that there are certain groups of people in this country who aren’t smart enough to update their documentation to allow them to vote,” Leavitt said. But Alaska Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski has raised concerns about how the SAVE America Act would affect married women. Murkowski, who opposes the bill, said in a floor speech that an estimated 155,000 female citizens in Alaska age 15 and older have names that don’t match their birth certificates. “Again, is it impossible? No,” Murkowski said. “Is it going to be really challenging? Absolutely, yes.” Lawsuits ensured The SAVE America Act would almost certainly face legal challenges if it became law and the Supreme Court would come under immense pressure to weigh in because of the sweeping, nationwide changes in the legislation. Some federal courts have ruled against proof-of-citizenship voter registration requirements. In 2020, the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals struck down Kansas’ law, finding that it violated federal voting laws as well as the Constitution’s equal protection clause. The Supreme Court at the time declined to take the Kansas case. The provisions on name changes alone could face their own legal challenges.  Tracy Thomas, a constitutional law professor at the University of Akron School of Law in Ohio, said opponents could argue the bill’s impact on people who change their name amounts to voting discrimination in violation of the 14th Amendment, which guarantees equal protection under the law. Courts have affirmed some election restrictions, like requirements to show a photo ID at the polls, as acceptable rules that don’t overly burden voters. However, Thomas suggested the SAVE America Act may go too far if it delays people from registering, requires multiple steps and forces them to pay for needed documents. “That starts to sound like more than minimal inconvenience,” Thomas said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d805d23fb569bd9086367d Lynette Hooker missing in Bahamas: Timeline of Michigan woman’s disappearance, husband’s arrest te 2026-04-09T20:02:26.481Z Lynette Hooker missing in Bahamas: Timeline of Michigan woman’s disappearance, husband’s arrest HOPE TOWN, Bahamas — Bahamian police are searching for missing American Lynette Hooker five days after her husband says she fell out of a dinghy and was swept away by a strong current near Elbow Cay in the Caribbean country. Her husband, Brian Hooker, has been arrested in her disappearance, according to the attorney representing him. Here's everything we know about the disappearance. HUSBAND ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH DISAPPEARANCE OF AMERICAN WOMAN IN THE BAHAMAS Lynette, 55, and Brian, 58, documented their experience buying and cleaning up their boat in Rockport, Texas, in a video posted on YouTube Jan. 10, 2023, on their account called "The Sailing Hookers." She said the couple had spent years looking for a sailboat to buy before finding a Morgan 461 sailboat in Texas, a 1980 charter boat from the Virgin Islands. She said it was "a little rough on the edges." "But we knew we were up for the task," she added in the video, which showed photos and footage of the couple repairing the boat. The Hookers posted a video on their YouTube channel showing them sailing from the Industrial Canal Lock and navigating the Mississippi River toward Lake Pontchartrain near New Orleans. Lynette and Brian shared a video of their first attempt at crossing the Gulf of America. Gale force winds forced them to stop in Morgan City, Louisiana. The couple posted a video of Walmart supplies being delivered to them while they were in New Orleans. The next video on the Hookers' YouTube channel was more than two years later, when they said they were in Fernandina Beach, Florida. The couple posted a 13-second video from a bridge over a creek in Coloma, California.  Lynette and Brian shared a video of them paddleboarding in Marsh Harbour in the Bahamas. Local authorities say the couple left Hope Town's Abaco Inn on a dinghy headed toward their anchored yacht. According to Brian, Lynette fell overboard from the small boat and into the water. He said Lynette had the ignition key to the dinghy when she fell, causing it to shut off, and that despite attempts to save her, she was swept away. Brian then paddled to the shore in Marsh Harbour. Brian reported Lynette missing. The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) announced an investigation into Lynette's fall was underway. That U.S. Coast Guard briefly participated in the search Sunday. HUSBAND TAKEN INTO CUSTODY IN CONNECTION WITH MISSING AMERICAN WOMAN LAST SEEN IN BAHAMAS "The Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) is the lead agency for this search," the agency told Fox News Digital. "On Sunday, the U.S. Coast Guard provided support for approximately one hour using an HC-144 aircraft, but the search yielded no results. Since then, the RBDF has not requested additional assistance from the U.S. Coast Guard." WATCH: Lynette Hooker, husband document boating life Lynette Hooker's daughter, Karli Aylesworth, called for a thorough investigation in a statement to Fox News Digital. Aylesworth is not Brian's biological daughter. "There have been prior issues brought to my attention, which may be important for any thorough investigation. If this truly was an accident, I can understand and live with it," Aylesworth said. "However, there needs to be an intensive review of the facts and circumstances of this tragic incident before that can be determined." She said she has been "privy to very little information," adding her "sole concern is to find out what happened to my mother and make sure a full and complete investigation is performed into her disappearance." Richard Cook, a team leader with Hope Town Volunteer Fire and Rescue, told People officials "don't suspect foul play at the moment." "It was just a lot of bad decisions," he added. "Night time, very windy, no moon out yet. So, it was pitch dark and very rough conditions for the small boat they were in." He also told the magazine search efforts have transitioned to a recovery effort. WATCH: Lynette and Brian Hooker share scenes from boating life RBDF released a second statement informing the public that "search operations and investigative efforts remain active." The law enforcement entity said that it, along with the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, local fire and rescue teams and the Bahamas Air Sea Rescue Association are investigating. The U.S. State Department also confirmed to Fox News Digital that it is working with the Bahamian government. HUSBAND OF AMERICAN WOMAN MISSING IN THE BAHAMAS SPEAKS OUT FOR FIRST TIME, SAYS HE IS 'HEARTBROKEN' Aylesworth joined Griff Jenkins on "Fox & Friends" and said she has seen Brian become physically violent toward one of his own children. "I've seen him choke out one of his daughters before. And we had to go to court for that," Aylesworth said. "So, he's just repeating patterns." She described her mother as a "very fit person" who wouldn't lose her balance on a boat. "I'm confused why she has the keys because she never drove the dinghy. It was always Brian. So, the story just doesn't add up right now," Aylesworth said. Aylesworth also said Brian Hooker left a voicemail message telling her authorities found Lynette's flotation device. "Hello, honey, it's Dad. I just got a call from Hope Town Search and Rescue, and they found the flotation device that I threw to mom when she fell overboard," Brian Hooker said in the voicemail, according to CBS News. AMERICAN COUPLE CHASING RETIREMENT DREAM IN BAHAMAS BOATING MYSTERY WERE 'INEXPERIENCED': FRIEND 10:04 a.m.: Brian spoke out for the first time since the incident. "I am heartbroken over the recent boat accident in unpredictable seas and high winds that caused my beloved Lynette to fall from our small dinghy near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas. Despite desperate attempts to reach her, the winds and currents drove us further apart. We continue to search for her and that is my sole focus," Brian Hooker said in a Facebook post. "Our family is deeply grateful for the Bahamian people's assistance, especially that of the Hopetown Volunteer Fire & Rescue team, Royal Bahamas police force, Royal Bahamas Defense Force, and the U.S. Coast Guard, who have worked tirelessly in an ongoing effort to bring Lynette back to us. Thank you to everyone for keeping Lynette in your thoughts and for your support of our family during this difficult time." WATCH: Private investigator TJ Ward reacts to Brian Hooker's arrest A vessel operated by the Royal Bahamas Police Force approached Brian's yacht, which was positioned between two landmasses, to inspect it. Two officers appeared to secure an item, possibly a rope, to the side of the boat, according to ground source AJ Skuy. One officer was also seen looking through a window before the crew departed the vessel minutes later. No further activity was observed around the yacht. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The U.S. Coast Guard launched an investigation into Lynette's case, as confirmed by Fox News Digital. WATCH: Donna Rotunno breaks down Brian Hooker's arrest The RBPF announced on Facebook that a 59-year old man had been arrested in Marsh Harbour in connection with the incident. The police force did not name the suspect, but said he was being questioned. Attorney Terrel Butler confirmed to Fox News Digital that Brian Hooker was taken into custody on Wednesday in connection with the disappearance of his wife. He has not been charged with any crime. Butler said Brian has been cooperating with relevant authorities and "categorically and unequivocally denies any wrongdoing" in Lynette's disappearance, specifically allegations of his potential involvement made by her daughter, Aylesworth. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Lynette's mother said she wants to hear what her son-in-law has to say after his arrest in connection with her daughter’s disappearance in the Bahamas, according to The Associated Press. Darlene Hamlett told the AP she would "be interested in what he says," adding that she had not heard from him in almost two days. "I’m going to be interested in what he says, because I haven’t heard from him in almost two days," Hamlett said. Hamlett, who was driving home from the Bahamian Consulate in Miami after securing a passport to travel to the islands, also told the AP that her daughter was experienced on the water, having grown up around lakes, boats, sailing and swimming. "Our family grew up on water and so Lynette her whole life has been near lakes, on boats, sailing and swimming," Hamlett said. "It would be a miracle if (she’s rescued), but I’m still counting on one." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Aylesworth said that her stepfather’s arrest appears to be bringing the case "the attention it deserves" as investigators work to determine what happened in the Bahamas. She was interviewed for about two hours Wednesday by the U.S. Coast Guard’s Detroit sector, her attorney, Ron Marienfeld, confirmed to CNN. In a statement after Brian's arrest, Marienfeld told Fox News Digital that the family’s goal had been to get answers after they were "not hearing anything in the beginning." "After learning of the arrest last night, it appears this matter is getting the attention it deserves," Marienfeld said. He said Aylesworth’s efforts, along with those of Lynette's mother, helped intensify scrutiny on the case by drawing media attention. Marienfeld added that the family felt better once it learned the U.S. Coast Guard was involved in the investigation. "The events as initially reported just did not seem to add up," he said. Marienfeld called the case "nothing short of a tragedy" and said the family is now waiting to see where the evidence leads. He also thanked the Royal Bahamas Police Force, the Coast Guard, the media and others who have worked on the case. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Aylesworth told the TODAY Show that Brian gave her the same account he later shared with authorities during a brief phone call Sunday, after Lynette vanished during a dinghy ride from Hope Town to Elbow Cay, according to local authorities. She said her stepfather sounded "monotone and relaxed" when he told her what allegedly happened the night her mother disappeared in the Bahamas. Aylesworth said she was "in shock" by both the news and his tone. "I was in shock," she said. "I was like, my mom’s missing? Like, what?" Since the incident, Fox News Digital has spoken with two people who said the Hookers retired and began traveling in their boat full time. John Waters, who is friends with the couple, told Fox News Digital he met Lynette at an oyster bar in Panama City Beach, Florida, in 2023. He said the couple was on a journey around the Gulf of America. SEND US A TIP HERE "Their new lifestyle was this boat that they picked up in Texas. They spent a year working on it," Waters said. One of Lynette's former neighbors in Kentwood, Michigan, told Fox News Digital the same, and described Lynette as "just so freaking nice." "She was just a sweetheart, she was always the nicest lady," the former neighbor told Fox News Digital. "She was — I don’t want to say she was like a hippie — but she kind of gave off this free spirit vibe, this ‘let’s go with the flow’ vibe." He described Lynette as outgoing, and said she would wave whenever she saw him. He also socialized with Lynette and Brian, recalling memories of drinking alcohol with them by the pool when the weather was nice. He told Fox News Digital that she gave him motherly advice, adding that she spoke simply but that her words had a big impact, like when she gave him advice about choosing the right partner before he got engaged. Property records indicate that Brian and Lynette sold their home in the town of Kentwood, Michigan in 2020. Fox News Digital was not able to verify any further property records related to the Hookers. The U.S. State Department has issued a level 2 travel advisory for the Bahamas. Americans are urged to "exercise increased caution" due to crime, beach safety, as well as jet ski and boating dangers. Fox News Digital has reached out to Brian multiple times for comment, but has not heard back. Fox News Digital's Sarah Rumpf-Whitten contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d805be3fb569bd9086366d Charlotte train stabbing suspect’s state case stalls amid mind control claims — but Uncle Sam says not so fast te 2026-04-09T20:02:06.513Z Charlotte train stabbing suspect’s state case stalls amid mind control claims — but Uncle Sam says not so fast The homeless man accused of stabbing 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska on a North Carolina light-rail train has been deemed incompetent to stand trial in his state case, but federal authorities vowed the decision will not impact their own case against him. Decarlos Brown Jr., 34, is charged with fatally stabbing Zarutska while the pair were aboard the light-rail Lynx Blue Line in Charlotte on Aug. 22, 2025.  In court documents filed earlier this week and obtained by Fox News, Brown’s attorney revealed a Central Regional Hospital evaluation determined his client was "incapable to proceed" in his upcoming state criminal trial, effectively halting prosecution.  However, authorities within the Department of Justice have revealed the ruling is "completely separate" from Brown’s federal proceedings, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. WHATLEY LINKS COOPER TO TRANSIT KILLING, ACCUSES DEM OF FREEING ‘RAPISTS AND MURDERERS’ "I had a great call this morning with our U.S. Attorney in Charlotte," Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Harmeet Dhillon said in a post on X.  "Brown remains in federal custody and so the parallel state proceedings are in no way dispositive." A separate competency determination will be conducted in relation to the federal case against Brown, who remains in federal custody, according to Dhillon. CHARLOTTE LIGHT RAIL MURDER SUSPECT RULED INCOMPETENT TO STAND TRIAL AS HISTORY OF CRAZED CLAIMS TRAILS CASE In lieu of the delay in Brown’s state proceedings, officials must conduct a separate psychiatric evaluation to determine if he is competent to stand trial – a process that cannot be initiated while he is in federal custody, according to court documents.  Surveillance video shows Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, entering the train car and taking a seat in front of Brown.  Approximately four minutes later, Brown allegedly pulled a knife from his pocket and stabbed her three times before walking off the train. GOT A TIP? He was taken into custody moments later on the light-rail platform, while Zarutska was pronounced dead at the scene.  Brown, a parolee with multiple documented run-ins with the law, has a long reported history of mental illness, according to family members. FOLLOW US ON X By March 2024, authorities had logged six prior encounters with Brown, including multiple welfare checks triggered by his repeated 911 calls, according to The New York Times. Just a year later, Brown called 911 from Novant Presbyterian Hospital, saying he needed help removing a "man-made" material he claimed was controlling him, the Charlotte Observer reported. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL When officers arrived on scene, they reportedly told him they were unable to help.  In a jailhouse phone call to his sister just days after Zarutska’s alleged killing, Brown made similar claims regarding "man-made" material controlling his mind. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS Brown said he did not understand why he stabbed the 23-year-old refugee and claimed the government had implanted "materials" in his brain that were controlling his actions, in the call obtained by the Daily Mail. "They just lashed out on her, that's what happened," Brown said. "Whoever was working the materials they lashed out on her. That's all there is to it. Now they really gotta investigate what my body was exposed to... Now they gotta do an investigation as to who was the motive behind what happened." Brown remains in federal custody while he awaits trial on both state and federal charges.  The DOJ did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d805aa3fb569bd90863664 Republicans target Spanberger as ‘Governor Bait and Switch’ in bid to defeat Dems redistricting push te 2026-04-09T20:01:46.930Z Republicans target Spanberger as ‘Governor Bait and Switch’ in bid to defeat Dems redistricting push Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is taking aim at Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger as he helps steer Republican efforts to defeat a Democrat-backed congressional redistricting referendum that would create up to four additional left-leaning U.S. House seats ahead of the midterm elections. "She told voters in August of 2025 that she had no plans, no intention to do redistricting. And then the very first bill that she signed into law was the enabling legislation for this monstrosity of gerrymandering to go forward," Miyares told Fox News Digital on Thursday, as he pointed to Spanberger. Miyares’ comments come as early voting is underway in Virginia ahead of an April 21 election on the ballot initiative, which, if passed, would give the Democrat-controlled legislature — rather than the current nonpartisan commission — redistricting power through the 2030 election. It could result in a 10-1 advantage for Democrats in the state’s congressional delegation, up from their current 6-5 edge. Republicans call the Democrats' redistricting effort an "unconstitutional power grab." Democrats counter that it's a necessary step to balance out partisan gerrymandering already implemented by Republicans in other states under the urging of President Donald Trump. SPANBERGER ONCE BLASTED GERRYMANDERING AND NOW BACKS AMENDMENT CRITICS SAY COULD ERASE VIRGINIA GOP Spanberger, a former CIA officer who served three terms in Congress, won election last year by a larger-than-expected 15-point margin in a state that is usually competitive between Democrats and Republicans. But a poll last week from The Washington Post indicated that the new governor's approval rating was barely above water, with the highest unfavorable rating for a new Virginia governor in two decades. Miyares, speaking with Fox News Digital, argued that Spanberger "is the most unpopular governor in modern Virginia political history." OBAMA ENDORSES VIRGINIA REDISTRICTING CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT THAT COULD HELP DEMS GAIN 4 SEATS "She's an unpopular governor with an unpopular agenda and she lied to the voters," he charged as he pointed to her comments on the gubernatorial campaign trail last year regarding redistricting. And in a social media post on Wednesday, Miyares took aim at Spanberger, writing, "Governor 'Bait and Switch' is what people hate about self serving politicians." Miyares is co-chair for Virginians for Fair Maps, a GOP-aligned group that is working to defeat the redistricting referendum. The group is currently running an ad statewide on TV and online that uses a 2019 quote from Spanberger, in which she wrote, "gerrymandering is detrimental to our democracy." "Trust me, we will be putting your face on a bunch of mailers reminding voters how you lied & previously stated you wouldn’t gerrymander Virginia into oblivion and then promptly did the opposite," Miyares wrote in his social media post. SOROS-BACKED GROUP AMONG LIBERAL ORGS PUMPING EYE-POPPING CASH INTO VIRGINIA GERRYMANDERING EFFORT Along with former President Barack Obama, Spanberger has become one of the most visible faces in support of the amendment. "I'm voting yes on Virginia's redistricting amendment," the governor says in an ad by Democratic-aligned Virginians for Fair Elections, the top political group backing the ballot initiative. The group is spending seven figures to run the ad statewide. In the spot, Spanberger says she's supporting the referendum because "it's directly in response to what other states decide to do and a president who says he's quote entitled to more Republican seats before this year's midterms. Our approach is different. It's temporary. It preserves Virginia's fair redistricting process into the future." Virginia is the latest battleground in the high-stakes fight between Trump and the GOP versus Democrats over congressional redistricting. BATTLE FOR THE HOUSE RUNS THROUGH VIRGINIA AS COURT OKS HIGH-STAKES REDISTRICTING VOTE Aiming to prevent what happened during his first term in the White House when Democrats reclaimed the House majority in the 2018 midterms, Trump last spring first floated the idea of rare, but not unheard of, mid-decade congressional redistricting. The mission was simple: redraw congressional district maps in red states to pad the GOP's razor-thin House majority to keep control of the chamber in the midterms, when the party in power traditionally faces political headwinds and loses seats. Trump's first target was Texas. When asked by reporters last summer about his plan to add Republican-leaning House seats across the country, the president said, "Texas will be the biggest one. And that’ll be five." Republican Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas called a special session of the GOP-dominated state legislature to pass the new map. But Democratic state lawmakers, who broke quorum for two weeks as they fled Texas in a bid to delay the passage of the redistricting bill, energized Democrats across the country. SPANBERGER DENIES ‘DEAL’ WITH SWING-DISTRICT DEMOCRAT AS GERRYMANDERING CLAIMS ABOUND STATEWIDE Among those leading the fight against Trump's redistricting was Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom of California. California voters in November overwhelmingly passed Proposition 50, a ballot initiative that temporarily sidetracked the left-leaning state's nonpartisan redistricting commission and returned the power to draw the congressional maps to the Democratic-dominated legislature. That is expected to result in five more Democratic-leaning congressional districts in California, which aimed to counter the move by Texas to redraw their maps. The fight quickly spread beyond Texas and California. Republican-controlled Missouri and Ohio, and swing state North Carolina, where the GOP dominates the legislature, have drawn new maps as part of the president's push. In blows to Republicans, a Utah district judge late last year rejected a congressional district map drawn up by the state's GOP-dominated legislature and instead approved an alternate that will create a Democratic-leaning district ahead of the midterms. Meanwhile, Republicans in Indiana's Senate in December defied Trump, shooting down a redistricting bill that had passed the state House. The showdown in the Indiana statehouse grabbed plenty of national attention. Florida's next up. Two-term Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and state lawmakers in the GOP-dominated legislature are hoping to pick up an additional three to five right-leaning seats through a redistricting push during a special legislative session that kicks off on April 20. Hovering over the redistricting wars is the Supreme Court, which is expected to rule in Louisiana v. Callais, a crucial case that may lead to the overturning of a key provision in the Voting Rights Act. If the ruling goes the way of the conservatives on the high court, it could lead to the redrawing of a slew of majority-minority districts across the county, which would greatly favor Republicans. But it is very much up in the air — when the court will rule, and what it will actually do. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d805973fb569bd9086365b RNC takes Virginia to court, blasts ‘nonresident voting’ loophole in election fight te 2026-04-09T20:01:27.065Z RNC takes Virginia to court, blasts ‘nonresident voting’ loophole in election fight The Republican National Committee (RNC) is leading a lawsuit against Virginia, accusing the state of violating state law by accepting ballots from people who have never resided in the state. Under federal law, military service members stationed overseas and their spouses are allowed to cast absentee ballots based upon the state of their last residence. But a Virginia statute allows for voters who have never lived in the state to cast a ballot based on Virginia being their parents' last eligible voting location. "The Virginia Constitution clearly states you must show proof of residency in order to vote in Virginia elections, so what we're trying to do here at the RNC is make sure that Virginia elections are truly for Virginians and close that loophole where people who have never even lived in the state or sometimes even the country so they cannot register to vote in Virginia," RNC Election Integrity Communications Director Ally Triolo told Fox News Digital. HOUSE OVERSIGHT PROBE PUTS MINNESOTA ELECTIONS UNDER SCRUTINY OVER NONCITIZEN VOTING CONCERNS The RNC, RITE PAC, and conservative grassroots organizer Matthew Hurtt filed for injunctive relief in the Circuit Court for the city of Richmond, against the Virginia State Board of Elections and the Virginia Department of Elections on Monday. "People who have never lived in Virginia — or even in the United States — should not be voting in Virginia’s elections," Republican Party Chairman Gruters said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Virginia officials are ignoring the Virginia Constitution and allowing ineligible voters to cast ballots. The RNC and RITE PAC are taking this action to enforce the law and ensure non-residents are not diluting the votes of Virginians." Hurtt, who also serves as the Chairman of the Arlington GOP, referred Fox News Digital to an email he sent to the Arlington GOP committee members, explaining why he joined the lawsuit. "Through this lawsuit, we are asking the court to declare the relevant statutes unconstitutional and to require election officials to limit voting to individuals who meet Virginia’s residency requirements," Hurtt wrote. "This effort is about ensuring that Virginia elections are conducted in accordance with the Constitution and that the rules governing voter eligibility are applied consistently and lawfully." VOTER-ROLL SCRUTINY ESCALATES IN MINNESOTA AS BIGGEST COUNTIES FACE SWEEPING RECORDS DEMANDS The lawsuit named seven elected officials as defendants as well, including Fairfax County Electoral Board General Registrar Eric Spicer. Fairfax GOP chairman Steve Knotts previously praised Spicer for his efforts to strengthen election integrity in the county. "Defendant Spicer has registered voters who stated on their registration forms: 'I am a U.S. citizen living outside the country, I have never lived in the United States.'This practice violates the Virginia Constitution," the lawsuit stated. Similar lawsuits have been filed by the RNC against Michigan, Arizona and North Carolina over election officials counting ballots from "never residents."  In April 2025, an appeals court in North Carolina ruled in favor of RNC, determining that the state's election board was violating state law by allowing voters who never resided in the state. State officials appealed the decision to North Carolina's Supreme Court, but the case was dismissed. "We fought this in North Carolina," Triolo said. "We had a successful win, and we have two more active cases fighting the same fight in Arizona and Michigan. We are committed at the RNC to stopping any abuse of our elections. We know that voters deserve free, fair, and secure elections. So the RNC is confident with its win that we already had on this issue. We'll continue to see more wins moving forward." Triolo shared with Fox News Digital that the RNC has more than 120 active lawsuits across the country in its fight to close loopholes and strengthen election integrity. "The RNC is fighting tooth and nail to protect the ballot box. This is one of our key priorities here, which is ensuring that our elections are fair, they're free, they're transparent, they are secure," Triolo said. The Virginia Department of Elections declined to comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d805833fb569bd90863652 Nikki Glaser confesses she 'kinda likes it' when her boyfriend hooks up with other women te 2026-04-09T20:01:07.269Z Nikki Glaser confesses she 'kinda likes it' when her boyfriend hooks up with other women Nikki Glaser said Wednesday she "kinda likes it" when her boyfriend hooks up with other women, describing the practice as a personal fetish. Glaser opened up on an episode of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, discussing boundaries in their relationship, according to a report by Page Six. "In a relationship, I don’t really care if my boyfriend were to hook up," Glaser said. "But that is not a two-way street," she continued. "I’m not someone who likes to hook up when I’m in a relationship. I don’t really care about that. But I don’t care if someone else were to. In fact, I kinda like it." FORMER CHILD STAR JENNETTE MCCURDY REVEALS GROOMING ‘RED FLAG’ SHE MISSED DATING OLDER MAN AT 18 Glaser said she knows her openness is unconventional but added she "can’t help it" and is "not trying to be cool." She’s been dating television producer Chris Convy on and off for several years, noting that part of the allure is knowing other women want him. The comedian — whose career has grown significantly in recent years after hosting the 2025 and 2026 Golden Globe awards — maintains strict boundaries regarding emotional fidelity. "If a guy has a sexual connection with a girl, and he was to use protection and just have sex for a night, I literally wouldn’t care if my husband did that," she said. 'FRIENDS' ACTRESS SLAMS MODERN SITCOMS FOR BEING 'TOO AFRAID' TO TELL JOKES THAT MAKE PEOPLE UNCOMFORTABLE "If he were to watch ‘The Wire’ with her or do crosswords puzzles, or send memes and stuff, I’d be like, ‘What the f--- are you doing? That’s our thing.' Emotional cheating would hurt me," she added. Earlier this year, the comedian revealed her past sex life contributed to struggles with alcohol, noting she relied on drinking to overcome intimacy-related anxiety. "It was the only way I could have sex because I was scared of sex," Glaser told Graham Bensinger in January. KRISTIN CAVALLARI'S STRICT 6-MONTH DATING RULE SHE FOLLOWS AFTER PAST RELATIONSHIP MISTAKES "So, I would get blackout drunk. I would hook up with people. And then the second I would have to have sober sex because, God forbid, it was like the bars were closed, or we couldn't get booze. And then I'm like, 'Oh, yeah, let's do it. I'm having sex with someone. I hate this. But I have to go through with it because if I don't, then I am an alcoholic,’" she added. Representatives for Glaser did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d8055a3fb569bd90863638 Top Regent Defends Firing of Wisconsin University Leader te 2026-04-09T20:00:26.991Z Top Regent Defends Firing of Wisconsin University Leader In testimony before state lawmakers, regents suggested that Jay O. Rothman had been well aware of the board’s concerns about his leadership. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d803153fb569bd908635b6 Top Regent Defends Firing of Wisconsin University Leader te 2026-04-09T19:50:45.243Z Top Regent Defends Firing of Wisconsin University Leader In testimony before state lawmakers, regents suggested that Jay O. Rothman had been well aware of the board’s concerns about his leadership. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d803013fb569bd908635ad Pima basketball duo Sours-Miller & Melicia named first Team NJCAA All-Americans te 2026-04-09T19:50:25.590Z Pima basketball duo Sours-Miller & Melicia named first Team NJCAA All-Americans Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d800e23fb569bd90863543 UK defense minister warns Putin of 'serious consequences' after covert underwater military operation te 2026-04-09T19:41:22.799Z UK defense minister warns Putin of 'serious consequences' after covert underwater military operation U.K. Defense Minister John Healey warned Russian President Vladimir Putin of "serious consequences" Thursday after revealing a weeks-long military operation to deter Russian meddling in the North Sea. "To President Putin I say we see you, we see your activity over our cables and our pipelines, and you should know that any attempt to damage them will not be tolerated and will have serious consequences," he cautioned.  The defense minister detailed an operation involving a Royal Navy frigate, a Royal Air Force patrol plane and hundreds of personnel deployed to deter a trio of Russian submarines that were detected near underwater cables in Britain’s economic exclusionary zone. RUSSIA, CHINA VETO UN RESOLUTION AIMED AT REOPENING STRAIT OF HORMUZ, HOURS BEFORE TRUMP DEADLINE One of the submarines, Healey announced, was a nuclear-powered Akula-class submarine, while the other two were spy submarines from Russia’s Main Directorate of Deep Sea Research, also known as GUGI. Subs from this unit were directed specifically by Putin "to conduct hybrid warfare activities against the UK" and its allies, Healey said. At least one of those allies, Norway, was involved in the deterrent operation, Healey revealed. Norway’s Defense Minister Tore O Sandvik confirmed the cooperation in a Thursday statement.  "Norway has participated in a coordinated military operation with our allies to send a clear message: covert activities in our waters will not be tolerated," Sandvik wrote. The submarines left U.K. waters after a protracted period of monitoring from the U.K. and Norway, and there is no evidence of damage to any underwater infrastructure, Healey said.  Fox News Digital  has reached out to the U.K.’s Defense Department for more information.  The Russian incursion marked the second time in less than six months that the U.K. detected Russian sea craft near its territorial waters. Healey announced a similar military operation in November after Russia deployed the spy ship Yantar to the North Sea in 2025. TRUMP, STARMER AGREE STRAIT OF HORMUZ MUST REOPEN AS MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT ESCALATES Healey also cited this year’s incident as an example of why the U.K. hasn’t sent troops to the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow waterway in the Persian Gulf key to global energy markets that Iran has choked off in recent weeks. "I understand people questioning why all UK military assets and personnel have not been deployed to deal with it. But that is not in Britain’s national interest," he said, later calling Russia "the primary threat to the UK and to NATO."  President Donald Trump has criticized NATO allies and the organization itself for not acceding to requests to help open the Strait of Hormuz.  "NATO WASN’T THERE WHEN WE NEEDED THEM, AND THEY WON’T BE THERE IF WE NEED THEM AGAIN," he wrote in a Thursday morning Truth Social post. The U.K., while holding a planning meeting on how to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the Iran War is over, initially refused to let the U.S. use a British air base to launch military strikes against Iran.  British Prime Minister Keir Starmer eventually allowed the U.S. to launch "defensive strikes" from Royal Air Force bases after Trump slammed him as "not Winston Churchill." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d800cf3fb569bd9086353a Nick Lachey recalls 98 Degrees tour bus having a book listing age of consent in every US state te 2026-04-09T19:41:03.092Z Nick Lachey recalls 98 Degrees tour bus having a book listing age of consent in every US state Nick Lachey is reminiscing on a "super shady" memory from his boy band days. "This is going to sound super shady, but when we first went out — I remember in our first tour — someone at the label gave us a book," the 98 Degrees singer recalled in Investigation Discovery’s upcoming documentary, "Boy Band Confidential." "It was the age of consent in every state in the country." "We kept that book on the tour bus. Unfortunately, there were people out there looking to tear you down." NICK LACHEY ORDERED TO ATTEND ANGER MANAGEMENT CLASSES, ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS AFTER INCIDENT WITH PHOTOGRAPHER Lachey first rose to fame as the band's lead singer, alongside his brother Drew Lachey, Jeff Timmons and Justin Jeffre. As the boy band wave began to sizzle out in the early 2000s, however, Lachey began to gain recognition for his marriage to Jessica Simpson. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The former couple, who starred in the MTV series "Newlyweds" from 2003 to 2005, first met when Simpson was 18 and Lachey was 24. After four years of dating, they eventually tied the knot in 2002, but divorced in 2006. Lachey went on to marry the now-mother of his three children, Vanessa Lachey, in 2011. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS In 2024, during an episode of Netflix's "The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On," Lachey opened up to the contestants about his past and how prior relationships impacted his life. "I, too, was previously married. Divorced. So I understand the hurt, the scars that exist from that," Lachey told the cast at a dinner table while seated next to Vanessa. "I just want to encourage you all, don't let your past define your future," he continued. "What I truly always wanted in my life was to have a beautiful marriage and a beautiful family. If I hadn't retained my belief in that, I wouldn't have ever realized the beautiful life that I have with this woman. And we sit up here, we don't have it figured out." "But when you love each other, you believe in each other, and you're aligned." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d800a43fb569bd90863507 After data breach, $10B valued startup Mercor is having a month te 2026-04-09T19:40:20.829Z After data breach, $10B valued startup Mercor is having a month After falling victim to a hacker, Mercor is facing lawsuits and reportedly losing big-name customers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7feb73fb569bd908634e2 Records: Group home employee accused of abusing teen in Phoenix te 2026-04-09T19:32:07.143Z Records: Group home employee accused of abusing teen in Phoenix The woman was taken into custody after a 15-year-old came forward with sexual abuse allegations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fe9e3fb569bd908634b5 NATO chief says world is ‘absolutely’ safer under Trump te 2026-04-09T19:31:42.961Z NATO chief says world is ‘absolutely’ safer under Trump NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Wednesday that the world is "safer" under President Donald Trump, pointing to recent U.S. military actions targeting Iran's capabilities. "Absolutely, because this is thanks to President Trump’s leadership," Rutte said during an interview on "The Lead with Jake Tapper" when Tapper asked if the world was safer. "Degrading these capabilities is really, really very important for your and my safety here in the U.S., in Europe, in the Middle East," he added. Rutte described a recent meeting with Trump as candid but cooperative despite the president's disagreements with NATO allies. "There is a disappointment, clearly, but at the same time he was also listening carefully to my arguments of what is happening," he said. "This was a very frank, very open discussion, but also a discussion between two good friends." JACK KEANE CALLS OUT NATO'S WEAKNESS AS SHIPPING CRISIS GRIPS STRAIT OF HORMUZ Rutte acknowledged that some European nations declined to fully support U.S. operations in Iran, while emphasizing that most allies followed through on prior commitments. "Some specifically said, 'You can’t use our bases, you can’t even fly over our airspace,'" he said. "But the large majority — including France — of European nations has been doing what they committed before they would do in a case like this." Rutte added that European cooperation enabled the United States to project military power during the operation. "Europe as a platform of power projection for the United States was in full play over the last six weeks," he continued. "Not all European nations lived up to those commitments, and I totally understand that he is disappointed." ECONOMIST EDITOR SAYS EUROPEAN LEADERS NOW FEAR A TRUE NATO 'DIVORCE' AFTER TRUMP PULLOUT THREAT Rutte also pointed to Trump's influence with NATO, particularly on defense spending among member nations. "It was his leadership which brought about the Hague spending commitment, the 5%, which is a transformational change in NATO," he said. "Without him, we would never have gotten there." The NATO chief argued that military action was necessary to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, warning that prolonged diplomacy could have allowed the situation to escalate beyond control. Rutte said there is widespread agreement among NATO allies that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities remains a priority. "NATO has always taken the position that degrading these capabilities is crucial, and that Iran can never get its hands on those two capabilities," he said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Rutte also expressed support for Trump’s broader approach to countering Iran’s role in global conflicts. "I support the president and I know large parts of Europe do when it comes to taking out the capacity of Iran to create chaos to the region, to Europe, to the whole world," he said. "Let’s not be naive," he added. "There is Russia, North Korea, Belarus, China, Iran working together. These theaters are getting more and more interconnected." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fe8b3fb569bd908634ac Federal appeals court rejects Anthropic bid to block Pentagon blacklist in AI dispute te 2026-04-09T19:31:23.203Z Federal appeals court rejects Anthropic bid to block Pentagon blacklist in AI dispute The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on Wednesday rejected Anthropic's request to block the Department of War from blacklisting use of the AI company's technology, a move that conflicts with an order a different federal court issued last month in a separate lawsuit regarding the same issues. "In our view, the equitable balance here cuts in favor of the government. On one side is a relatively contained risk of financial harm to a single private company. On the other side is judicial management of how, and through whom, the Department of War secures vital AI technology during an active military conflict. For that reason, we deny Anthropic’s motion for a stay pending review on the merits," the April 8 order states. "Nonetheless, because Anthropic raises substantial challenges to the determination and will likely suffer some irreparable harm during the pendency of this litigation, we agree with Anthropic that substantial expedition is warranted." In a statement provided to Fox News Digital on Thursday, an Anthropic spokesperson noted, "We're grateful the court recognized these issues need to be resolved quickly and remain confident the courts will ultimately agree that these supply chain designations were unlawful. While this case was necessary to protect Anthropic, our customers, and our partners, our focus remains on working productively with the government to ensure all Americans benefit from safe, reliable AI." ANTHROPIC'S DEMOCRATIC TIES UNDER FIRE AS TRUMP ADMIN SEVERS PENTAGON CONTRACTS The War Department referred Fox News Digital to a Wednesday social media post from Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche. "Today’s D.C. Circuit stay allowing the government to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk is a resounding victory for military readiness. Our position has been clear from the start — our military needs full access to Anthropic’s models if its technology is integrated into our sensitive systems. Military authority and operational control belong to the Commander-in-Chief and Department of War, not a tech company," Blanche noted in the post on X. The War Department in January requested "unrestricted use" of Anthropic for "all lawful purposes," but the AI company drew two red lines, saying it would not be used for domestic surveillance or lethal autonomous weapons. The administration framed the refusal as corporate insubordination, and Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in February that the War Department "has no interest in using AI to conduct mass surveillance of Americans (which is illegal) nor do we want to use AI to develop autonomous weapons that operate without human involvement." President Donald Trump said in February that the U.S. would never allow "the radical left, woke company to dictate how our great military fights and wins wars." In a February 27 Truth Social post, Trump said he was "directing EVERY Federal Agency in the United States Government to IMMEDIATELY CEASE all use of Anthropic’s technology." "There will be a Six Month phase out period for Agencies like the Department of War who are using Anthropic’s products, at various levels," Trump indicated in the post. DC COURT RULINGS STALL TRUMP AGENDA ACROSS IMMIGRATION, POLICING, FED — RAISING STAKES ON EXECUTIVE POWER War Secretary Pete Hegseth slammed Anthropic in a post on X the same day, declaring that he was "directing the Department of War to designate Anthropic a Supply-Chain Risk to National Security." A letter in March notified Anthropic that the War Department had determined that use of the company's products posed a "supply chain risk," according to a copy of the letter attached to a court filing. But then in a case in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, a judge issued a preliminary injunction order last month blocking the government from implementing those moves against Anthropic. TECH COMPANY REFUSES PENTAGON DEMANDS ON UNRESTRICTED USE OF ITS AI "This Order restores the status quo. It does not bar any Defendant from taking any lawful action that would have been available to it on February 27, 2026, prior to the issuances of the Presidential Directive and the Hegseth Directive and entry of the Supply Chain Designation. For example, this Order does not require the Department of War to use Anthropic’s products or services and does not prevent the Department of War from transitioning to other artificial intelligence providers, so long as those actions are consistent with applicable regulations, statutes, and constitutional provisions," the March order from U.S. District Judge Rita Lin stated. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fe773fb569bd908634a3 Plane door opens in midair moments after takeoff, leaving flight passengers stunned and social media buzzing te 2026-04-09T19:31:03.350Z Plane door opens in midair moments after takeoff, leaving flight passengers stunned and social media buzzing A Cape Air flight was forced to return to Nantucket, Massachusetts, on Monday shortly after takeoff when part of its cabin door opened in midair. The small plane had just departed from Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) and was on its way to Boston when the issue occurred, according to news outlet Nantucket Current. An Instagram video recorded by a passenger on board shows the upper section of the main cabin door partially opening mid-flight — with plenty of commenters immediately weighing in on the incident.  FLIGHT ATTENDANT'S COSTLY ERROR LEADS TO GROUNDING OF DELTA FLIGHT, LONG PASSENGER DELAYS Despite what happened, the aircraft remained stable and continued to operate normally. Fox News Digital reached out to Cape Air for comment about the incident.  The pilot turned the plane around and landed back in Nantucket, without any reported injuries, the outlet noted. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Passengers were later transferred to another aircraft to complete their trip to Boston, with several praising the pilot for remaining calm under pressure. "The pilot was amazing," a passenger told the Current. "The pilot did not panic but safely brought us back around the island to land. Probably flew for about 6 to 8 minutes with the door open." The airline confirmed the incident to the local outlet.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "The aircraft was at a stable altitude and operated normally. The flight crew returned to ACK, and the aircraft landed safely without further incident," the airline's statement said. That particular  aircraft has since been taken out of service as the company investigates what caused the issue. "We are following all established safety procedures and will take any necessary actions based on our findings," the company said — adding that passenger safety remains its top priority. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Users commented on the video the passenger posted — with many striking a lighter note about the situation. "Isn't it a little cold for the window to be open at this time of the year?" one user wrote. Another user commented, "A little fresh air can't hurt." Fox News Digital previously reported on another airline situation that caused disruptions. A Delta flight at Pittsburgh International was left waiting on the tarmac after a flight attendant accidentally deployed the aircraft's emergency slide — delaying passengers onboard. The mistake required maintenance crews to remove the slide before passengers could safely exit. Such incidents can cause airlines tens of thousands of dollars. Khloe Quill of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fe4f3fb569bd9086348a Victim in ICE Shooting Suffered at Least Six Wounds, His Lawyer says te 2026-04-09T19:30:23.306Z Victim in ICE Shooting Suffered at Least Six Wounds, His Lawyer says Agents shot Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez in Patterson, Calif., this week. His lawyer said Thursday that they fired at Mr. Hernandez even before he tried to flee. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fc743fb569bd9086341e Texas Dem Talarico's ‘culture of violence’ remarks resurface as he denies defund police ties te 2026-04-09T19:22:28.170Z Texas Dem Talarico's ‘culture of violence’ remarks resurface as he denies defund police ties FIRST ON FOX: Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is pushing back on the idea that he supports defunding the police, calling it a "flat-out lie." Republicans are confronting Talarico with resurfaced comments from a 2019 episode of the Trey Blocker Show, in which he suggests that a heavy police presence in schools without sufficient mental health professionals contributes to a "culture of violence." Democrats believe they have a shot at flipping the critical Senate seat blue for the first time in decades. But the GOP hopes to defend its Senate majority by highlighting Talarico's more controversial stances to undermine his moderate appeal. The latest to be unearthed is from the 2019 interview, in which Talarico decried plans to increase police officer presence in schools without also placing more emphasis on mental health. FLASHBACK: DEM SENATE NOMINEE CALLED ILLEGAL ALIENS 'CONSTITUENTS,' GAVE ADVICE ON EVADING ICE "We’re all concerned about school safety and recent school shootings, and that concern, in some ways, has been channeled unproductively toward militarizing schools and toward kind of leaning into a culture of violence and adding more law enforcement officials into campuses," he posited. As a solution, Talarico, a former middle school teacher, touted the first bill he introduced as a member of the Texas House of Representatives, which would have mandated a set ratio of mental health workers for every police officer placed in a school. He stressed that "if a crime has been committed, a law has been broken or there’s an immediate danger to students, of course, we want our law enforcement officials to address it," but emphasized that "law enforcement officials shouldn’t be conducting behavior interventions." Republican National Committee spokesman Zach Kraft called the bill "a scary combination of two of James Talarico's favorite things," which he said are "defunding the police and pushing his woke agenda on kids." Kraft told Fox News Digital that "Texans will have the same answer for Talarico at the ballot box that he had for police: 'We don't want you here.'" TALARICO CONFRONTED ON PAST TWEETS ACCUSING WHITE PEOPLE OF SPREADING 'VIRUS' OF RACISM However, JT Ennis, a spokesperson for Talarico’s campaign, called this a "flat-out lie." "James opposes defunding the police and has a proven track record voting to send billions of dollars to support law enforcement," Ennis told Fox News Digital. Explaining his bill on the Trey Blocker Show, Talarico said it "directly addresses the school-to-prison pipeline" and "hopefully will create a balance between security and hardening, which has been proposed in some of the proposed school safety plans, and what has been proven to be effective, which is creating a safe and healthy school climate." "Everybody from the Department of Education to Secret Service has said that’s the best way to prevent school shootings, is to have relationships with your students on campus, not to create a moat around your campus," he said. He stressed that police "shouldn’t be counseling students." "They’re not trained to do that, nor should they. They have a tough enough job on their own, and we shouldn’t be adding to their plate," he went on, noting, "Just like, as a certified educator, they wouldn’t want me roaming the streets in a cruiser, you don’t want that, and I don’t want you in my school doing discipline." JAMES TALARICO'S PAST ANTI-MEAT STANCE GOES VIRAL, DRAWS REPUBLICAN FIRE FROM ACROSS TEXAS POLITICAL LANDSCAPE Despite some bipartisan support, Talarico’s bill stalled in committee. If passed and signed into law, the measure would have required school districts to hire four mental health professionals for every law enforcement official in districts or schools with an enrollment of 5,000 or more students. Districts and schools with between 5,000 and 500 students would have been required to have three mental health workers per police officer. Those with fewer than 500 students would need two mental health workers per law enforcement officer. Ennis said the bill "supports the police by adding desperately needed mental health officials to help prevent tragic events like the mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas." Talarico was recently propelled to the national scene after years in state politics, culminating in a stunning upset victory for the Democratic Senate nomination over an established name, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas. With the nomination secured, he is set to face either incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, or state Attorney General Ken Paxton, depending on which candidate wins the May GOP primary runoff. Though Democrats are hopeful he can flip the seat blue, Talarico’s campaign has been marked by intense controversy over his history of progressive statements, including claiming "God is nonbinary." Despite this, he is running a competitive race for a Senate seat critical to both parties’ hopes of securing a majority in the upper chamber. Ennis said that "while John Cornyn, Ken Paxton and the billionaires who prop them up play politics with school shootings by presenting a false choice between funding law enforcement and funding mental health resources for kids, James will continue standing up against both political parties to fix this broken, corrupt political system." In response, Matt Mackowiak, Cornyn’s campaign senior advisor, doubled down, telling Fox News Digital that "James Talarico is a ‘defund the police’ radical who wants to make our schools and our streets less safe." Meanwhile, Mackowiak said Cornyn "has always backed the blue and has been endorsed by the largest statewide law enforcement organizations in Texas." Fox News Digital also reached out to Paxton’s campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fc603fb569bd90863415 Lynette Hooker missing in Bahamas: Timeline of Michigan woman’s disappearance, husband’s arrest te 2026-04-09T19:22:08.617Z Lynette Hooker missing in Bahamas: Timeline of Michigan woman’s disappearance, husband’s arrest HOPE TOWN, Bahamas — Bahamian police are searching for missing American Lynette Hooker five days after her husband says she fell out of a dinghy and was swept away by a strong current near Elbow Cay in the Caribbean country. Her husband, Brian Hooker, has been arrested in connection with her disappearance, according to the attorney representing him. Here's everything we know about the disappearance. HUSBAND ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH DISAPPEARANCE OF AMERICAN WOMAN IN THE BAHAMAS Lynette, 55, and Brian, 58, documented their experience buying and cleaning up their boat in Rockport, Texas, in a video posted on YouTube on Jan. 10, 2023 on their account called "The Sailing Hookers." She said the couple had spent years looking for a sailboat to buy before finding a Morgan 461 sailboat in Texas, a 1980 charter boat from the Virgin Islands. She said it was "a little rough on the edges." "But we knew we were up for the task," she added in the video, which showed photos and footage of the couple repairing the boat. The Hookers posted a video on their YouTube channel showing them sailing from the Industrial Canal Lock and navigating the Mississippi River toward Lake Pontchartrain near New Orleans. Lynette and Brian shared a video of their first attempt at crossing the Gulf of America. Gale force winds forced them to stop in Morgan City, Louisiana. The couple posted a video of Walmart supplies being delivered to them while they were in New Orleans. The next video on the Hookers' YouTube channel was more than two years later, when they said they were in Fernandina Beach, Florida. The couple posted a 13-second video from a bridge over a creek in Coloma, California.  Lynette and Brian shared a video of them paddleboarding in Marsh Harbour in the Bahamas. Local authorities say the couple left Hope Town's Abaco Inn on a dinghy headed towards their anchored yacht. According to Brian, Lynette fell overboard from the small boat and into the water. He said Lynette had the ignition key to the dinghy when she fell, causing it to shut off, and that despite attempts to save her, she was swept away. Brian then paddled to the shore in Marsh Harbour. Brian reported Lynette missing. The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) announced that investigation into Lynette's fall was underway. That U.S. Coast Guard briefly participated in the search on Sunday. HUSBAND TAKEN INTO CUSTODY IN CONNECTION WITH MISSING AMERICAN WOMAN LAST SEEN IN BAHAMAS "The Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) is the lead agency for this search," the agency told Fox News Digital. "On Sunday, the U.S. Coast Guard provided support for approximately one hour using an HC-144 aircraft, but the search yielded no results. Since then, the RBDF has not requested additional assistance from the U.S. Coast Guard." WATCH: Lynette Hooker, husband document boating life Lynette Hooker's daughter, Karli Aylesworth, called for a thorough investigation in a statement to Fox News Digital. Aylesworth is not Brian's biological daughter. "There have been prior issues brought to my attention, which may be important for any thorough investigation. If this truly was an accident, I can understand and live with it," Aylesworth said. "However, there needs to be an intensive review of the facts and circumstances of this tragic incident before that can be determined." She said she has been "privy to very little information," adding her "sole concern is to find out what happened to my mother and make sure a full and complete investigation is performed into her disappearance." Richard Cook, a team leader of Hope Town Volunteer Fire and Rescue, told PEOPLE that officials "don't suspect foul play at the moment." "It was just a lot of bad decisions," he added. "Night time, very windy, no moon out yet so it was pitch dark and very rough conditions for the small boat they were in." He also told the magazine that search efforts have transitioned to a recovery effort. WATCH: Lynette and Brian Hooker share scenes from boating life RBDF releases a second statement informing the public that "search operations and investigative efforts remain active." The law enforcement entity said that it, along with the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, Local Fire & Rescue Teams, and the Bahamas Air Sea Rescue Association are investigating. The U.S. State Department also confirmed to Fox News Digital that it is working with the Bahamian government. HUSBAND OF AMERICAN WOMAN MISSING IN THE BAHAMAS SPEAKS OUT FOR FIRST TIME, SAYS HE IS 'HEARTBROKEN' Aylesworth joined Griff Jenkins on "Fox & Friends" and said that she has seen Brian become physically violent towards one of his own children. "I've seen him choke out one of his daughters before. And we had to go to court for that," Aylesworth said. "So he's just repeating patterns." She described her mother as a "very fit person" who wouldn't lose her balance on a boat. "I'm confused why she has the keys because she never drove the dinghy. It was always Brian. So the story just doesn't add up right now," Aylesworth said. Aylesworth also said that Brian Hooker left a voicemail message telling her authorities found Lynette's flotation device. "Hello, honey, it's Dad. I just got a call from Hope Town Search and Rescue, and they found the flotation device that I threw to Mom when she fell overboard," Brian Hooker said in the voicemail, according to CBS News. AMERICAN COUPLE CHASING RETIREMENT DREAM IN BAHAMAS BOATING MYSTERY WERE 'INEXPERIENCED': FRIEND 10:04 a.m.: Brian spoke out for the first time since the incident. "I am heartbroken over the recent boat accident in unpredictable seas and high winds that caused my beloved Lynette to fall from our small dinghy near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas. Despite desperate attempts to reach her, the winds and currents drove us further apart. We continue to search for her and that is my sole focus," Brian Hooker said in a Facebook post. "Our family is deeply grateful for the Bahamian people's assistance, especially that of the Hopetown Volunteer Fire & Rescue team, Royal Bahamas police force, Royal Bahamas Defense Force, and the U.S. Coast Guard, who have worked tirelessly in an ongoing effort to bring Lynette back to us. Thank you to everyone for keeping Lynette in your thoughts and for your support of our family during this difficult time," he added. WATCH: Private investigator TJ Ward reacts to Brian Hooker's arrest A vessel operated by the Royal Bahamas Police Force approached Brian's yacht, which was positioned between two landmasses, to inspect it. Two officers appeared to secure an item, possibly a rope, to the side of the boat, according to ground source AJ Skuy. One officer was also seen looking through a window before the crew departed the vessel minutes later. No further activity was observed around the yacht. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The U.S. Coast Guard launched an investigation into Lynette's case, as confirmed by Fox News Digital. WATCH: Donna Rotunno breaks down Brian Hooker's arrest The RBPF announced on Facebook that a 59-year old man had been arrested in Marsh Harbour in connection with the incident. The police force did not name the suspect, but said he was being questioned. Attorney Terrel Butler confirmed to Fox News Digital that Brian Hooker was taken into custody on Wednesday in connection with the disappearance of his wife. He has not been charged with any crime. Butler said Brian has been cooperating with relevant authorities and "categorically and unequivocally denies any wrongdoing" in Lynette's disappearance, specifically allegations of his potential involvement made by her daughter, Aylesworth. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Lynette's mother said she wants to hear what her son-in-law has to say after his arrest in connection with her daughter’s disappearance in the Bahamas, according to The Associated Press. Darlene Hamlett told the AP she would "be interested in what he says," adding that she had not heard from him in almost two days. "I’m going to be interested in what he says, because I haven’t heard from him in almost two days," Hamlett said. Hamlett, who was driving home from the Bahamian Consulate in Miami after securing a passport to travel to the islands, also told the AP that her daughter was experienced on the water, having grown up around lakes, boats, sailing and swimming. "Our family grew up on water and so Lynette her whole life has been near lakes, on boats, sailing and swimming," Hamlett said. "It would be a miracle if (she’s rescued), but I’m still counting on one." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Aylesworth said that her stepfather’s arrest appears to be bringing the case "the attention it deserves" as investigators work to determine what happened in the Bahamas. She was interviewed for about two hours Wednesday by the U.S. Coast Guard’s Detroit sector, her attorney, Ron Marienfeld, confirmed to CNN. In a statement after Brian's arrest, Marienfeld told Fox News Digital that the family’s goal had been to get answers after they were "not hearing anything in the beginning." "After learning of the arrest last night, it appears this matter is getting the attention it deserves," Marienfeld said. He said Aylesworth’s efforts, along with those of Lynette's mother, helped intensify scrutiny on the case by drawing media attention. Marienfeld added that the family felt better once it learned the U.S. Coast Guard was involved in the investigation. "The events as initially reported just did not seem to add up," he said. Marienfeld called the case "nothing short of a tragedy" and said the family is now waiting to see where the evidence leads. He also thanked the Royal Bahamas Police Force, the Coast Guard, the media and others who have worked on the case. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Aylesworth told the TODAY Show that Brian gave her the same account he later shared with authorities during a brief phone call Sunday, after Lynette vanished during a dinghy ride from Hope Town to Elbow Cay, according to local authorities. She said her stepfather sounded "monotone and relaxed" when he told her what allegedly happened the night her mother disappeared in the Bahamas. Aylesworth said she was "in shock" by both the news and his tone. "I was in shock," she said. "I was like, my mom’s missing? Like, what?" Since the incident, Fox News Digital has spoken with two people who said the Hookers retired and began traveling in their boat full time. John Waters, who is friends with the couple, told Fox News Digital he met Lynette at an oyster bar in Panama City Beach, Florida in 2023. He said the couple was on a journey around the Gulf of America. SEND US A TIP HERE "Their new lifestyle was this boat that they picked up in Texas. They spent a year working on it," Waters said. One of Lynette's former neighbors in Kentwood, Michigan, told Fox News Digital the same, and described Lynette as "just so freaking nice." "She was just a sweetheart, she was always the nicest lady," the former neighbor told Fox News Digital. "She was — I don’t want to say she was like a hippie — but she kind of gave off this free spirit vibe, this ‘let’s go with the flow’ vibe." He described Lynette as outgoing, and said she would wave whenever she saw him. He also socialized with Lynette and Brian, recalling memories of drinking alcohol with them by the pool when the weather was nice. He told Fox News Digital that she gave him motherly advice, adding that she spoke simply but that her words had a big impact, like when she gave him advice about choosing the right partner before he got engaged. Property records indicate that Brian and Lynette sold their home in the town of Kentwood, Michigan in 2020. Fox News Digital was not able to verify any further property records related to the Hookers. The U.S. State Department has issued a level 2 travel advisory for the Bahamas. Americans are urged to "exercise increased caution" due to crime, beach safety, as well as jet ski and boating dangers. Fox News Digital has reached out to Brian multiple times for comment, but has not heard back. Fox News Digital's Sarah Rumpf-Whitten contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fc4c3fb569bd9086340c Five arrested in alleged $267M hospice fraud scheme that exploited California's Medi-Cal system te 2026-04-09T19:21:48.727Z Five arrested in alleged $267M hospice fraud scheme that exploited California's Medi-Cal system Five people have been arrested as part of an alleged multi-million dollar hospice fraud scheme in California, officials said Thursday. California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the ring defrauded the state of more than $267 million through fraudulent billing to Medi-Cal, the state-administered Medicaid program. In total, 21 people have been charged. The arrests were part of a state investigation dubbed "Operation Skip Trace," which targeted locations in Southern California. "This criminal scheme, this criminal operation, was no accident," Bonta told reporters at a news conference to announce the arrests. "It wasn't a case of billing errors, cutting corners, or up-charging care. This was a brazen, calculated criminal scheme that exploited the Medi-Cal system, stole from the State of California and Medicaid, and prevented services and care from going to sick individuals who actually need it." The probe began with a tip from the state Department of Health Care Services alleging hospice fraud at 14 companies. Bonta's office investigated the companies and eight people suspected of money laundering. HOUSE COMMITTEE LAUNCHES INVESTIGATION INTO 'RAMPANT' CALIFORNIA HOSPICE FRAUD Investigators found that those involved purchased personal identifying information for people living outside of California on the dark web, then enrolled them in Covered California by posing as California residents. "Straw owners" then bought a number of hospice companies and began billing Medi-Cal for services never provided to those stolen identities. The suspects used fake records, nonexistent offices, and fraudulent diagnoses to justify these claims, Bonta said. "Meanwhile, the so-called patients were healthy, out-of-state, and completely unaware that they had been enrolled in hospice care," he said. ‘WE'RE COMING AFTER YOU': DR. OZ REVOKES MEDICARE ACCESS FOR LA DOCTOR TIED TO $71M HOSPICE BILLING California Health and Human Services Secretary Kim Johnson said the DHCS halted payments and suspended all fraudulent hospice providers. "There is a moratorium currently in place through January 2027 for new licensed providers," Johnson noted. "Once the money was paid out, it was funneled through a complex web of over 130 shell companies and hidden across bank accounts, payment apps, and cryptocurrency to evade detection," Bonta added. "The money was laundered." No actual medical services were provided, Bonta noted. He said all 21 suspects are accounted for through arrest, active warrants, or notices to appear before a judge. While announcing the suspected fraud, Bonta also criticized the Trump administration amid its claims of rampant fraud in California. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP "There are those in this federal administration who can only see things through a political lens and want to politically weaponize [this]," he said. "And they love to go after the fourth-largest economy in the world, the greatest state in the nation, the great state of California." California has been at the center of fraud concerns in recent weeks and has been called out by the federal anti-fraud task force led by JD Vance. Last week, eight people were arrested as part of a federal sweep tied to an alleged $60 million fraudulent Medicare billing scheme, Fox 11 Los Angeles reported. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fc393fb569bd90863403 NATO chief signals allies may act on Hormuz, warns of ‘unhealthy codependence’ on US te 2026-04-09T19:21:29.004Z NATO chief signals allies may act on Hormuz, warns of ‘unhealthy codependence’ on US NATO’s chief signaled Thursday that European allies may move to help secure the Strait of Hormuz following talks with President Donald Trump — even as the White House declared the alliance had already "failed" and was not being asked to assist. Secretary-General Mark Rutte, speaking at The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute in Washington a day after meeting Trump at the White House, pointed to a potential coalition effort among allied nations to keep the critical waterway open. "If NATO can help, obviously, then there is no reason not to be helpful," Rutte said. But a White House official pushed back sharply on the notion that the alliance would play any role. TRUMP SEEKS WARSHIPS FROM OTHER COUNTRIES TO HELP SECURE STRAIT OF HORMUZ "As President Trump said yesterday, NATO was tested, and they failed," the official said. "He has zero expectations for NATO at this point and did not ask them for anything, even though it's a fact that they benefit from the Strait of Hormuz far more than the United States." The split messaging underscores a growing rift between Washington and its European allies over how — or whether — NATO should be involved in the escalating Iran conflict. Rutte framed the tension as part of a deeper structural imbalance, warning Europe’s reliance on U.S. military power had created what he called an "unhealthy codependence." MORE KEY US ALLIES BLOCK MILITARY FLIGHTS AS IRAN WAR RIFT WIDENS WITH TRUMP A European diplomat confirmed to Fox News Digital that Rutte conveyed Trump expects a plan from allies within days, underscoring the urgency behind U.S. demands — even as the White House publicly denies seeking NATO’s involvement. NATO also signaled the U.S. is pressing for concrete commitments. "The secretary-general is in contact with allies about his discussions in Washington," NATO spokesperson Allison Hart told Fox News Digital. "It’s clear that the United States expects concrete commitments and action to ensure the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz." Rutte suggested the disagreement reflects a broader divide among allies rather than a failure of NATO as an institution. "It’s not so much NATO, it is the allies," he said, pointing to what he described as obligations by individual countries to support U.S. operations when prior agreements are in place. The dispute highlights a deeper clash over NATO’s role, with the Trump administration pressing allies to back U.S.-led military action against Iran while several European governments have resisted, arguing the conflict falls outside the alliance’s core collective defense mission. NATO HEAVYWEIGHTS BALK AT HORMUZ MISSION AS TRUMP WARNS ALLIANCE AT RISK That friction already has surfaced during the early stages of the conflict.  Spain denied Washington access to key military bases at Rota and Morón and blocked U.S. aircraft involved in strikes against Iran from using its airspace, complicating American operations. France also restricted some airspace access tied to military logistics during the conflict, including denying Israeli aircraft permission to transport U.S. weapons, drawing pushback from U.S. and Israeli officials.  French officials said overflight requests are handled case by case. Several European countries also have said the Iran conflict is "not our war," declining to deploy naval forces to reopen the Strait of Hormuz during active fighting and instead signaling support for maritime security efforts only after hostilities ease. Trump repeatedly has criticized NATO allies for what he sees as insufficient support, warning the alliance risks becoming a "one-way street." "You’ll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won’t be there to help you anymore," Trump said in a Truth Social post in March.  Secretary of State Marco Rubio has similarly warned that Washington may "reexamine the value of NATO" following the conflict, citing frustration over European restrictions on U.S. basing and operational access. Despite the tensions, Rutte emphasized that many European allies have provided support — including access to bases, logistics, and overflights. "He is clearly disappointed with many NATO allies, and I can see his point," Rutte said. "But … the large majority of European nations has been helpful with basing, with logistics, with overflights, with making sure that they lived up to the commitments." Rutte also pointed to an emerging coalition model outside NATO’s formal structure, with countries coordinating directly to maintain security in the Strait of Hormuz. "When it comes to the Strait of Hormuz, what you see now is countries coming together to make sure that the strait stays open," he said. "If countries work together with the United States, that is a shared commitment that we cannot accept the strait being closed." He said the United Kingdom has taken a leading role in organizing that effort. "This is about practical support," Rutte added. "Each country is now looking at what they can do to contribute — whether that is minehunters, frigates, or surveillance and technology." Rutte returned to that broader critique of Europe’s defense posture, arguing the alliance had grown too dependent on Washington. "Western European forces shrank and defense budgets shriveled … in favor of what I would call an unhealthy codependence," he said. Still, he argued the alliance is beginning to shift. "This is a move from codependence to a transatlantic alliance grounded in true partnership," Rutte said. "There will be no going back." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fc103fb569bd908633e9 Court ruling lets Arizona abortion provider mail pills and see patients by telehealth te 2026-04-09T19:20:48.328Z Court ruling lets Arizona abortion provider mail pills and see patients by telehealth Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7fbf63fb569bd908633c9 Meta AI app climbs to No. 5 on the App Store after Muse Spark launch te 2026-04-09T19:20:22.469Z Meta AI app climbs to No. 5 on the App Store after Muse Spark launch The app was ranking No. 57 on the App Store just before Meta AI's new model launched. Now, it's No. 5 — and rising. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f9ef3fb569bd9086337e Carville predicts Trump won't be president next year, threatens Democratic retribution te 2026-04-09T19:11:43.320Z Carville predicts Trump won't be president next year, threatens Democratic retribution Democratic strategist James Carville predicted President Donald Trump wouldn't be president by next year, and threatened Democratic retribution against his actions during a rant on his "Politicon" channel on Wednesday. "I'm saying this right now. You're not going to be president a year from now. You're too soft a man. You're too weak. Your support is draining out. You're going to get killed. People are going to be on to you. And when the Democrats get back in office in January, they're going right after the corruption. And we're going to know what we're going to do," Carville said. Carville, an outspoken critic of the president, has unloaded on Trump in multiple recent rants posted to his YouTube channel. "We're going to find out all the money that has gone the wrong way, and we're going to have a legal proceeding, and we're going to have what you call a clawback," he said, arguing that Democrats would return money back to American citizens. CARVILLE DOUBLES DOWN ON THEORY TRUMP WILL 'WALK AWAY' FROM OFFICE AFTER MIDTERMS, GET PARDON FROM JD VANCE "James Carville is a stone-cold loser who suffers from a severe and incurable disease known as Trump Derangement Syndrome, and it has rotted his peanut-sized brain," White House spokesman Davis Ingle told Fox News Digital in a statement. The Democratic strategist also recently weighed in on why the Democratic Party remains unpopular. "The reason that people don't like the Democratic Party is the same reason I don't like it right now: we lost. When you win, that changes everything. People are part of a political party because they want the party to win elections. We lost the last election. You're not supposed to like us, OK? I don't like us," he said. He continued, "And the public is justifiably harsh toward Democrats, as they well should be. And the way to cure that is not with a seven-point plan that you're not going to get through between now and 2028 anyway, but it's to go forth and win the election. Then the Democrats will start liking you again." JAMES CARVILLE GOES ON PROFANITY-LACED TIRADE AGAINST TRUMP, ADMITS HE HAS 'DERANGEMENT SYNDROME' Carville has not held back on his disdain for the president and said in a Good Friday message earlier this month that he hoped Trump didn't "croak" before the midterm elections. "Don't croak on me. Don't do that. Because I want you alive when all this s--- happens to you," he said. He then pivoted to a rapid-fire list of grievances with Trump’s team, including War Secretary Pete Hegseth, suggesting the president has "no idea" how to manage his administration. "It's just starting, dude. It's just started," he added, noting that it's Easter. "You don't have any idea the pleasure people take." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f9db3fb569bd90863375 Senate GOP vows to ‘go it alone’ on ICE funding as Dems double down on shutdown te 2026-04-09T19:11:23.496Z Senate GOP vows to ‘go it alone’ on ICE funding as Dems double down on shutdown Senate Republicans are meeting with President Donald Trump Friday to crystallize a plan to fund immigration operations that would cut out Democrats altogether. Congressional Republicans are turning to the party-line budget reconciliation process to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for years to come, in a move that can’t be blocked by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. Republicans have a short timetable to get the job done, given that Trump has set a deadline for the bill to be on his desk by June 1. 'WE DIDN'T CAVE': THUNE HIGHLIGHTS SCHUMER, DEMS' LOSSES IN DHS FUNDING DEAL Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., said he and Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., are meeting with Trump on Friday to prepare the framework of the package. "We’re going to have to go it alone because Democrats aren’t interested in funding national security at a time of increased concerns around the world," Barrasso said. Republicans will first have to produce a budget resolution to provide guardrails for the forthcoming package. Barrasso said Senate Republicans plan to do it in a "targeted way, focused and get it done fast." A key hurdle in the process, however, is getting both House and Senate Republicans aligned on a plan. Senate Republicans want to keep a reconciliation package as narrow as possible, while some in the House are eyeing funding the entire Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in one massive bill. GOP RAILS AGAINST 'S--- SANDWICH' DEAL AS ALL EYES TURN TO HOUSE TO END DHS SHUTDOWN Graham said recently that he envisions two reconciliation bills in 2026 — one targeting ICE and CBP, and another serving as a vehicle for several GOP priorities, including portions of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act and provisions to tackle fraud. "Reconciliation has limits, but we’re going to make a down payment on the SAVE Act in reconciliation in the fall," Graham said Monday on a South Carolina radio show, "Straight Talk with Bill Frady." But a key House GOP voice won’t be there. A source familiar told Fox News Digital that House Budget Committee Chair Jodey Arrington, R-Texas — Graham’s counterpart in the process — will not attend the White House meeting Friday. Barrasso said there would likely be discussions on a "number of topics" for reconciliation, but the end goal for Senate Republicans remains funding ICE and CBP. GOP RACES TO PASS ICE, BORDER PATROL FUNDING BILL AS PRIORITIES PILE UP, DIVISIONS EMERGE "What I'm telling you today is we're moving ahead, in spite of incredible obstruction by the Democrats," Barrasso said. "We're focusing immigration and funding, immigration custom enforcement, and border patrol, with Republican votes alone using reconciliation." Meanwhile, Senate Democrats aren’t backing down from their shutdown position. Their demand for reforms to immigration operations, like requiring judicial warrants to search people's homes and unmasking DHS agents, in exchange for funding ICE and CBP has led the ongoing shutdown to stretch beyond 50 days. Despite being cut out of the funding process altogether under Republicans’ reconciliation plan, Democrats still view their position as a winning strategy. Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., argued that, like during the creation of the 2025 "big, beautiful bill," Republicans will likely look for places to cut spending to fund ICE and CBP — a move that could come back to bite them in the midterm elections. Kim told Fox News Digital that Republicans bypassing Democrats to fund immigration operations does not make their shutdown posture "moot."   "We’re trying to make sure we’re standing up for the voice of the American people. If Republicans want to go around the American people, then they will answer to voters in November," Kim said. "And the Democrats, we will find our way back into gavels and power, and we will do what we can at that point to do what the American people wanted from the start, which is to focus on their concerns and not have this, you know, army of masked ICE agents without identification, without judicial warrants, terrorizing our neighborhoods." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f9b33fb569bd9086335d Melania Trump Says She Was Not a Victim of Jeffrey Epstein te 2026-04-09T19:10:43.225Z Melania Trump Says She Was Not a Victim of Jeffrey Epstein Responding to what she said were smears, the first lady said she never had knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of victims. She called on Congress to continue investigating. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f99f3fb569bd90863354 Pima basketball's Isaiah Hill named First Team All-American; Johnson selected Honorable Mention te 2026-04-09T19:10:23.295Z Pima basketball's Isaiah Hill named First Team All-American; Johnson selected Honorable Mention Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f7c33fb569bd9086330e Clean energy majority takes over SRP board, Turning Point falls short te 2026-04-09T19:02:27.432Z Clean energy majority takes over SRP board, Turning Point falls short Key Points: A clean energy slate of candidates will control the Salt River Project board Turning Point-backed candidates fell short despite massive investments The results could foreshadow the outcome of November contests in the state  Turning Point fell short of preventing a “clean energy” majority on the Salt River Project power board, signaling a rebuke of the conservative group and an increase in voter interest in energy issues.  The clean energy contingent now has an eight to six majority on SRP’s Agricultural Improvement and Power District board, which oversees energy policy and customer rates. Turning Point Action launched an unprecedented localized campaign to prevent a clean energy majority on the board, but only managed to hold on to the board’s president and vice president seats and two of the seven other board seats up for grabs this year.  In posts on X, Turning Point executives declared victory despite falling short of their original goal. “Democrats had told donors this was the inevitable year they would win President and Vice President of SRP and control the agenda. They failed massively with a huge turnout,” Tyler Bowyer stated. “Ballot chasing works!” But political consultants and energy experts say the results show voters are becoming disillusioned with both the Turning Point brand and the federal government’s energy policy agenda.  “Turning Point made this election about them,” said independent consultant Chuck Coughlin. “It is a very poor time to be associated with the president with his poll numbers where they are, and they became the turnout mechanism.” The normally-quiet utility race was dominated by Turning Point’s get-out-the-vote efforts, which began in the summer of 2025, and its seemingly endless resources. A political action committee formed by local construction executive Jimmy Lindblom to support conservative energy candidates even admitted defeat.  “First, we congratulate Chris Dobson and Barry Paceley on their victories for President and Vice President,” Lindblom said in a statement. “While we are encouraged by their leadership, we are disappointed by the results in several other board races.” As president, Dobson will set the board’s agenda, but his vote will still be part of the minority. Paceley will be a non-voting member as vice president and will primarily serve to fill in for Dobson in the case of any absences.  Autumn Johnson, the executive director of the Arizona Solar Energy Industries Association, noted that Dobson isn’t exactly known in the energy space as an anti-Green New Deal extremist. “(Turning Point is) acting like a Donald Trump person won … (Dobson) is a moderate, he has developed wind projects on his own land, he spoke at my solar conference two years ago,” Johnson said. “The guy is not like a fringe, right-wing guy.” Johnson said Turning Point spent too much time and energy on the president, vice president and at-large board seats, while the clean candidates devoted their efforts to the acreage seats in voting areas 4, 6 and 8. Coughlin said that the Turning Point candidates had the right messaging, but it was overshadowed by their association with the group.  “Parts of the SRP campaign were super good, affordability, reliability, cost of power. They had solid messaging all around the deck,” Coughlin said. “But it didn’t matter, because Turning Point became the issue, and that turned out gobs of people who have never voted in an SRP election ever.” SRP is a nonprofit subdivision of the state that provides water and power to more than 2 million people throughout the Valley, from Chandler and Scottsdale to Goodyear and Peoria. While the state’s other major utilities are regulated by the Arizona Corporation Commission, SRP is regulated by a board made up of landowners within its service territory — many of whom are descendants of the farmers and ranchers who put up their land as collateral to ensure the construction of the Roosevelt Dam in the 1900s.  SRP elections are uniquely arcane, thanks to a voting system created before Arizona was granted statehood, meaning only around 40,000 of the utility’s 2 million customers can weigh in on its leadership. The utility is regulated by two organizations, the Salt River Valley Water Users’ Association and the Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement and Power District.  Only landowners can vote in SRP elections and only some of those eligible voters can vote in both association and district elections. Landowners are entitled to a certain number of votes based on acreage, except in the case of the district’s at-large board members who are elected under a one-landowner, one vote system. Voters elect a president and vice president to oversee both the association and district. Ten board members and 30 council members are elected to oversee the association from SRP’s 10 voting areas, while 14 board members and 30 council members are elected to oversee the district. Johnson said the April 8 results were “nothing short of miraculous,” as it marks the first time the SRP board has had a pro-renewable energy majority in its over 120 year history. She attributes it to a growing concern over soaring utility bills.  “This is probably the first election in my lifetime when energy would probably make somebody’s ranking list of the things that they care about,” Johnson said. Two seats on the state’s other utility oversight board, the ACC, are also up for grabs this year. Johnson said the SRP results should put those candidates — four on the Republican side, including two incumbents, and two on the Democratic side — on notice.  But it should also serve as a reflection of “pent-up angst” that voters seem especially willing to take out on Republican candidates, not just in Arizona but across the country, Coughlin said.  The SRP results could foreshadow the results of contests set to take place in November.  “People waiting two and a half hours in line to vote for a utility governance board should make people pretty concerned about the amount of fervor that’s going to be around the November election,” Johnson said. The post Clean energy majority takes over SRP board, Turning Point falls short first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f7ad3fb569bd908632ea Common vaccine slashes Alzheimer's disease risk when dose is increased te 2026-04-09T19:02:05.122Z Common vaccine slashes Alzheimer's disease risk when dose is increased A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data. The study, led by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), found that adults aged 65 and older who received a high-dose influenza vaccine had a significantly lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared to those who received the standard dose. The immune system naturally weakens with age, making older adults less responsive to standard vaccines. To combat this, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a high-dose flu vaccine for people over 65. This version is approximately four times stronger than the standard shot. ONE TYPE OF OLIVE OIL HAS A SURPRISING EFFECT ON BRAINPOWER DURING AGING Alzheimer’s disease, a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, affects more than six million Americans, most of them age 65 or older. Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical contributor, weighed in on the impact of the flu shot on Alzheimer's risk. As the vaccine directly impacts the immune system, it is possible that this interaction could decrease inflammation in the body and "thereby indirectly decrease Alzheimer's risk," Siegel, who was not involved in the research, told Fox News Digital. "Flu shots and their components do not cross the blood-brain barrier, meaning they aren’t directly affecting brain cells." "I was stunned that, as a physician, I didn’t know a higher dose was offered," lead study author Paul Schulz, professor of neurology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, said in a press release. Schulz also led a previous study linking general flu vaccination to a 40% reduction in Alzheimer's risk. While the previous research had already linked general flu vaccination to a reduction in Alzheimer's risk, this new study looked specifically at the strength of the dose. POPULAR DIET TIED TO LOWER DEMENTIA RISK FOR SOME GROUPS, STUDY REVEALS "The public health department had seen our vaccine research and asked if I could come down to talk to them about it," said Schulz. "We went through the findings, and they asked if there was a difference with different dosages; I was confused." After sorting through data from nearly 200,000 older adults, the team found that the adults who received the high-dose vaccine had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s than those who received the standard dose. Adults in the high-dose group had an almost 55% lower risk than those who weren't vaccinated, significantly outperforming standard-dose protection. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES The protective effect of the high-dose vaccine was even more pronounced in women compared to men, although both groups saw significant benefits. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER This study shows a link, not a cause, the researchers noted. Experts can't say for certain that the flu shot itself stopped Alzheimer’s, as people who get high-dose vaccines might also have other healthy habits, like better diets or more frequent check-ups. The researchers also looked at medical records after the fact, rather than following two controlled groups in real time, which can sometimes result in missing information or biases. "This is not a cause/effect study," Siegel reiterated. "We can’t conclude that the flu shot itself causes the effect; it could be something about the people who decide to take this shot." The study also focused on people over 65, so it's unclear whether getting these shots earlier in life would provide the same level of protection. "This needs to be further studied, but it is already certainly another reason to take a flu shot," Siegel added. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The study was published in the journal Neurology. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f7993fb569bd908632e1 Super Bowl champion defends Mike Vrabel, New York Times reporter over leaked photos te 2026-04-09T19:01:45.419Z Super Bowl champion defends Mike Vrabel, New York Times reporter over leaked photos Super Bowl champion LeSean McCoy took to the defense of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and New York Times/The Athletic NFL reporter Dianna Russini. Photos originally published by the New York Post’s Page Six showed the coach and journalist holding hands, hugging and sitting in a pool in bathing suits at a resort bungalow in Sedona, Arizona. While a lot of people have been highly critical of Vrabel and Russini, McCoy took no issue with it. "I like Mike, I love Mike. I mind my business. They work together," McCoy told TMZ Sports. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Everybody makes something big out of everything. He's a big-time coach, he's a big-time player. He was just in the Super Bowl, they got something to talk about. That's what happened." "I ain't see nothing wrong with it." Both Vrabel and Russini are married, and both denied any wrongdoing. Vrabel married his wife, Jen, in 1999, and they have two sons together. The 50-year-old coach said the interaction was completely innocent. "These photos show a completely innocent interaction and any suggestion otherwise is laughable," Vrabel told the New York Post. "This doesn’t deserve any further response." EMMITT SMITH GIVES ADVICE TO NFL HOPEFUL SON WHO ONCE ADMITTED TO FEELING PRESSURE OF LIVING UP TO FAMILY NAME Russini, who married her husband Kevin Goldschmidt in 2020 and they have two sons together, said the photos misrepresented what actually occurred. "The photos don’t represent the group of six people who were hanging out during the day. Like most journalists in the NFL, reporters interact with sources away from stadiums and other venues," Russini told the New York Post. Vrabel took the Patriots to the Super Bowl in his first season as the Patriots head coach and won NFL Coach of the Year for the second time in his career. Russini, 43, joined the The Athletic in 2023, leaving ESPN after over eight years. McCoy played 12 seasons in the NFL. He spent six with the Philadelphia Eagles, four seasons with the Buffalo Bills, one with the Kansas City Chiefs, and one with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 37-year-old won a Super Bowl with the Chiefs in 2019 and the Buccaneers in 2020. In 170 games, McCoy ran for 11,102 yards with 73 touchdowns, while catching 518 passes for 3,898 yards and 16 touchdowns. 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/69d7f7853fb569bd908632d8 Man sentenced for strangling Massachusetts college student to death with tank top in cold case killing te 2026-04-09T19:01:25.964Z Man sentenced for strangling Massachusetts college student to death with tank top in cold case killing A man convicted of strangling a Massachusetts college student student with a tank top nearly four decades ago was sentenced Thursday to life in prison. The sentence handed down to John Carey, 66, came after he was convicted on March 3 of first-degree murder in the death of Salem State University student Claire Gravel. "The family of Claire Gravel has waited 40 long years for justice," said Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker. "The prosecutors here today, together with our partners in law enforcement, never gave up on Claire’s case, and today we are pleased that at least the family has some answers—some closure." Carey was already serving time at the Massachusetts Correctional Institution at Concord for an unrelated 2008 conviction when he was charged with Gravel's murder. FBI SOLVES 'COLONIAL PARKWAY' MURDERS THANKS TO NEW TECHNOLOGY, BUREAU SAYS The case dates back to June 29, 1986, when she went to Major Magleashes’ Pub in Salem with members of her softball team. Gravel was last seen alive between 1:30 and 1:45 a.m. after being dropped off at her apartment on Loring Avenue in Salem. MISSING TEEN CASE FLIPS AS ‘KIDNAPPED’ GIRL FOUND ALIVE Two days later, three workmen discovered her body in the woods. The killing went unsolved for decades until investigators linked Carey's DNA to samples collected from a tank top, the district attorney’s office said. "What he left behind was his genetic blueprint on the murder weapon," Deputy First Assistant District Attorney Kim Faitella told jurors during her closing arguments at Carey's trial. At the time of his arrest for Gravel's death, Carey was already serving a prison sentence on charges related to trying to strangle another woman to death. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f7723fb569bd908632cf Melania Trump denounces 'lies' connecting her with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein in White House event te 2026-04-09T19:01:06.374Z Melania Trump denounces 'lies' connecting her with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein in White House event First lady Melania Trump delivered a brief statement Thursday afternoon at the White House, coming out swinging at those who have linked her to Jeffrey Epstein, calling them "devoid of ethical standards." The remarks lasted roughly three minutes and did not include questions from the press. "The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today," she said. "I do not object to their ignorance, but rather I reject their mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation." A White House official told Fox News ahead of the event that the appearance would be a "statement" rather than a formal announcement. VOGUE’S ANNA WINTOUR TAKES SWIPE AT MELANIA TRUMP’S STYLE WHILE PRAISING LIBERAL FAVORITES Trump clarified the history between herself, her husband, President Donald Trump, and Epstein, during her remarks. "I [have] never been friends with Epstein. Donald and I were invited to the same parties as Epstein from time to time. Since overlapping in social circles is common in New York City and Palm Beach," she said. The first lady called on Congress to act on Epstein's circle, saying ‘each and every woman’ should have her moment to share testimony. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP "I call on Congress to provide the women who have been victimized by Epstein with a public hearing specifically centered around the survivors," she said. "Give these victims their opportunity to testify under oath in front of Congress with the power of sworn testimony. Each and every woman should have her day to tell her story in public if she wishes, and then her testimony should be permanently entered into the Congressional Record." This is a developing story, check back later for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f7463fb569bd908632a0 Is Anthropic limiting the release of Mythos to protect the internet — or Anthropic? te 2026-04-09T19:00:22.681Z Is Anthropic limiting the release of Mythos to protect the internet — or Anthropic? Are real cybersecurity concerns a cover for a bigger problem at the frontier lab? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f5043fb569bd908631d2 Cardinals pitcher attempting MLB comeback sustains crushing arm injury just 3 pitches into his outing te 2026-04-09T18:50:44.664Z Cardinals pitcher attempting MLB comeback sustains crushing arm injury just 3 pitches into his outing St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Packy Naughton cannot catch a break. Naughton, 29, was pitching in the Cardinals’ Triple-A affiliate on Wednesday attempting an MLB comeback when he appeared to sustain another arm injury just three pitches into his latest outing. Naughton fired a 1-1 pitch well wide of the strike zone and immediately grabbed his left elbow. He took a couple of paces toward home plate before bending over in pain. He eventually walked off with a trainer while holding his left arm. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "That’s never a good sign," Charlotte Knights announcer Matt Swierad said during the broadcast. "Hopefully nothing too serious there, just something he was trying to be cautious about." Naughton’s unfortunate run of arm injuries began in 2023 when he tore his flexor tendon after four scoreless appearances, forcing him to miss the rest of the season. In 2024, while rehabbing, Naughton re-tore the flexor tendon in addition to tearing the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his left elbow. FORMER TOP MLB PICK MICKEY MONIAK MAKES BOLD SACRIFICE CLAIM AS ROCKIES SEEK TO SNAP YEARSLONG PLAYOFF DROUGHT He underwent Tommy John surgery to repair his UCL and missed both the 2024 and 2025 seasons. Despite the injuries, Naughton signed a two-year minor league deal at the end of the 2024 season. The Cardinals knew he would be rehabbing throughout 2025 and hoped he would be a part of the team’s bullpen in 2026. Naughton seemed like he was on his way to being a member of the bullpen in this year’s spring training, recording a 1.29 ERA over seven appearances. Across three seasons, one with the Los Angeles Angels and two with the Cardinals, Naughton has appeared in 37 games, going 0-6 with a 4.98 ERA and one save in 59.2 innings pitched. 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/69d7f2af3fb569bd9086315b ICE detainer lodged for illegal migrant accused of murdering 15-year-old Missouri boy who begged for his life te 2026-04-09T18:40:47.559Z ICE detainer lodged for illegal migrant accused of murdering 15-year-old Missouri boy who begged for his life FIRST ON FOX: The Department of Homeland Security lodged an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer request for an illegal migrant accused of murdering a 15-year-old boy who allegedly begged for his life before being killed.  Yefry Archaga-Elvir, a Honduran national, and other suspects allegedly lured Miles Young into believing he was meeting a girl. DHS cited a prosecutor in the case who said that Archaga-Elvir blocked Young’s vehicle and chased him down on foot before allegedly shooting him in the chest with a handgun.  The department says that witnesses heard Young’s final words —  "I just don’t want to die." "Miles Young was lured to his death believing he was going to meet a girl. Instead, he was ambushed and killed in cold blood by this illegal alien who went on to brag about the murder," said Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis. SUSPECT IN FATAL NEW JERSEY HIT-AND-RUN CRASH IS ILLEGAL ALIEN, FUGITIVE: DHS "This animal was released into our country by the Obama administration. ICE lodged an arrest detainer requesting Missouri not release this depraved killer from jail into American neighborhoods," Bis added.  According to DHS, a probable cause affidavit revealed Archaga-Elvir allegedly made a "braggadocios" phone call regarding the killing of Young.  The department says Archaga-Elvir was arrested in Texas as an accompanied minor in 2015, but he was released by the Obama administration. DHS PREPS DEPORTATION OF ALLEGED MS-13 GANG MEMBER WANTED FOR PASTOR'S MURDER IN EL SALVADOR Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., also weighed in on the arrest and ICE detainer lodged for the suspect, saying Archaga-Elvir should have never "been in Missouri in the first place." "A child in my home state of Missouri was ambushed and murdered by an illegal alien," Hawley told Fox News Digital. "Miles Young begged for his life. The criminal never should have been in Missouri in the first place."  "He must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, and all criminal illegal aliens must be deported so this tragedy never happens again," Hawley added. TRUMP SPEAKS WITH THE FAMILY OF SHERIDAN GORMAN, COLLEGE STUDENT ALLEGEDLY SLAIN BY ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT Court documents obtained by KY3 show alleged premeditation prior to Young’s death.  The suspects used two vehicles to block Young from escape, and tracked his location before carrying out the attack.  A fundraising page was set up for Young following his death, where his family grieved their loss in a post. FEDS CHARGE ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT IN LOYOLA STUDENT KILLING AS ATTORNEY SAYS PROSECUTORS LACK 'FAITH' IN STATE "Miles was a compassionate, loving, and kind 15-year-old who brought light to everyone around him," his family wrote. "He was a big brother, a son, a grandson, and a friend… full of life and always showed care for others."  "No parent should ever have to outlive and bury their child," the statement continued. Unlike many "sanctuary" states and jurisdictions, Missouri law RSMo § 67.307 promotes cooperation with federal immigration officials, and prevents the state from adopting policies that block or limit interaction with ICE or related agencies. Fox News Digital reached out to Republican Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe, but did not receive a response in time for publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f0693fb569bd908630db Iowa Democrat running for Congress wrote that 9/11 made her more 'aware' of 'anti-Muslim bigotry' te 2026-04-09T18:31:05.929Z Iowa Democrat running for Congress wrote that 9/11 made her more 'aware' of 'anti-Muslim bigotry' An ordained Christian minister running for U.S. Congress in Iowa penned an opinion piece sharing how the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks — carried out by radical Islamic terrorists — made her more "aware" of the "rising anti-Muslim bigotry and its harm." Sarah Trone Garriott is one of three Democratic candidates vying for the battleground seat held by Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa. Garriott, an Iowa state legislator and Lutheran minister, wrote the opinion piece for the Iowa Capital Dispatch in response to the "hateful messages" she received after she shared a prayer with Arabic words written by a Muslim woman on the statehouse floor in February 2021. "They said horrible stereotypical things about my Muslim neighbors — Sharia law, hating freedom, violent religion," Garriott wrote. "There were others who made comments about the United States being a Judeo-Christian country and therefore Muslim prayers were not welcome. There were some attacks against me, as a Christian leader I was leading people astray, that I didn’t know what I was doing." MAGA HARDLINER PUSHES BAN ON IMMIGRATION FROM ISLAMIC COUNTRIES, US ADVERSARIES IN WAKE OF TEXAS SHOOTING She said that the pushback "convinced" her there is a greater need for "religious diversity." Garriott revealed that she began her master's degree in theological studies at Harvard University a day after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. "On that religiously diverse campus, I was more aware of the rising anti-Muslim bigotry and its harm," Garriott wrote. "I am kind a biblical literalist, and when Jesus said blessed are the peacemakers, I took that to heart. I worked with my Muslim classmates to organize a meal to bring the community together during Ramadan." Meanwhile, Nunn had "a different response" to the 9/11 terrorist attacks by joining the Air Force, according to Nunn's spokesperson, Mark Matava. During his service, he "flew more than a hundred combat missions to defend America." "Sarah Trone Garriott has called Christianity 'threatening,' mocked parents for protecting their daughters, and accused Christian schools of being 'white enclaves,'" Matava said. "Now we learn that her response to the deadliest attack on American soil was to lecture Americans about bigotry without so much as mentioning the nearly 3,000 people who were killed on 9/11. Her contempt for Iowa and America is on full display." 'UNDER SIEGE': INSIDE THE GROWING RADICAL ISLAM THREAT CRITICS SAY IS HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT IN DEEP RED TEXAS Iowa GOP Spokesperson Jade Cichy also criticized Garriott for not mentioning the thousands of American victims killed on 9/11. "Radical woke warrior Sarah Trone Garriott’s main concern after the September 11th terror attacks was ‘anti-Muslim bigotry,’ and she made no mention of the thousands of innocent Americans who lost their lives that day," Cichy said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "This stunning display of tone-deaf political pandering is just the latest example showing Trone Garriott is out of touch with Iowa values." Republican National Committee spokesman Zach Kraft said she is "insulting Iowa values" by pandering to "coastal elite Democrat Party bosses." HOUSE HOMELAND SECURITY REPUBLICAN URGES US MUSLIM LEADERSHIP TO 'ISOLATE EXTREMISTS' AFTER STRING OF ATTACKS "Sarah Trone Garriott should be ashamed for wagging her finger at America for not being woke enough about 9/11 and completely ignoring the more than 2,000 patriots tragically killed that day," Kraft said in a statement to Fox News Digital. Iowa GOP spokesperson Jade Cichy called Garriott's "tone-deaf political pandering." Fox News Digital reported last month on a 2023 speech given by Garriott in which she criticized Christian displays at political rallies, calling it one of several "pretty uncomfortable ways that faith and political power have collided." Fox News Digital reached out to Garriott for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7f03d3fb569bd908630ac Google and Intel deepen AI infrastructure partnership te 2026-04-09T18:30:21.519Z Google and Intel deepen AI infrastructure partnership The two tech giants are looking to co-develop custom chips, at a time where demand for CPUs is high due to a growing global shortage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ee783fb569bd90863059 Tourist chaos erupts as cherry blossom festival is shut down, officials triple tax to curb crowds te 2026-04-09T18:22:48.517Z Tourist chaos erupts as cherry blossom festival is shut down, officials triple tax to curb crowds Visitors from far and wide have been traveling to Japan — and now government officials will be raising their tourist tax in an effort to curb overtourism. Japan will be tripling its international tourist tax of 1,000 yen, or about $6, per person — to 3,000 yen, or about $18, per person — starting July 1. Hokuto Asano at the Embassy of Japan in Washington, D.C., told Fox News Digital the change is part of the government’s efforts to carefully calibrate its tourism goals. TRAVELERS MUST PAY FEE, PASS SCREENING BEFORE VISITING POPULAR DESTINATION UNDER NEW RULE "[Japan] is targeting 60 million inbound visitors and 15 trillion yen in inbound tourism spending by 2030 — while balancing the expansion of tourism with the quality of life for residents and promoting regional destinations," Asano said. He said the flow of American tourists who are visiting Japan is "performing very strongly" — noting that there were 220,000 visitors in February of this year, for a 15% increase from 2025. "While the number of visitors from China to Japan has declined, the increase in tourists from a wide range of other countries has more than offset this trend," said Asano. As a result, overall inbound travel to Japan continues to exceed last year’s levels, he noted.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Asano said the country is continuing to closely monitor the impact of the situation in the Middle East on tourism issues for Japan. Cherry blossom season is a major attraction in Japan, drawing tourists from around the world. But this year, officials have canceled a popular festival that was meant to attract visitors due to overtourism. Fujiyoshida canceled its cherry blossom festival, with multiple reports saying the call was made due to tourist pollution, such as traffic jams and littering. Asano noted these problems are not unique to Japan and are seen in many other countries. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "The Japan Tourism Agency will continue to enhance its tourism policies by balancing the acceptance of tourists with maintaining the quality of life for local residents, while also promoting travel to regional destinations," he added. Japan recently launched a new procedure for all incoming visitors in an effort to streamline the travel process — plus to beef up security. Travelers to Japan could be required to sign up for the Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization (JESTA) and pay a fee of about $19 (3,000 yen), as Fox News Digital reported earlier.  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Visitors must apply for the "single-entry short-term stay visa for the purpose of tourism for a period of up to 90 days" online prior to their trip, according to a government website. Asano said the relevant legislation is currently under examination, "and the establishment of the system has not yet been finalized. Details such as fees and collection methods have not yet been determined." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ee643fb569bd90863050 Heather Graham says her ‘controlling,’ ‘really religious’ father tried to keep her out of Hollywood te 2026-04-09T18:22:28.711Z Heather Graham says her ‘controlling,’ ‘really religious’ father tried to keep her out of Hollywood Heather Graham is opening up about how her strict, religious upbringing led her to break away from her family and build a life on her own terms. During a recent appearance on the "Dinner's on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson" podcast, the 56-year-old actress reflected on why she had fought to win and maintain her independence from a young age.  "I know it's probably because when I grew up, my father was really controlling, and he would be like, 'When you're in my house, you have to do what I say.' And I remember thinking, 'I'm never gonna have somebody to say that to me again,'" Graham said.  HEATHER GRAHAM'S SECRETS TO FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH AS SHE ADMITS SHE'S HAPPIER THAN EVER IN HER 50S She continued, "So then I'm like, 'I'm gonna own two houses, and I'm gonna do whatever I want.'" Graham's father, James Graham, is a retired FBI agent while her mother, Joan Graham worked as a teacher and authored children's books. "The Hangover" star recalled that she moved with her family to Agoura Hills, California, near Los Angeles, when she was nine-years-old. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Graham family for comment.  Graham remembered that she knew she wanted to pursue acting when she was a child, but her father was opposed to her early ambitions.   "My father was really religious, so he was kind of like wary of the entertainment business," she said. "So it took a lot of talking him into it." "I had to pretty much be like 16," Graham continued. "But then I started driving into the city, and working on films." While speaking with the Hollywood Reporter in 2024, Graham recalled that her parents shared different views when it came to her career aspirations.   "My father is extremely, very, very Catholic to probably an extreme amount, and my mom was more artistically leaning, so she was more supportive," she told the outlet. "I kind of got a mixed message. On one hand, my mom was saying, ‘You should do this,’ and on the other hand, my father was kind of saying, ‘This isn’t good.’" CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER During a 2024 interview with The Wall Street Journal, Graham recalled leaving home and moving to West Hollywood, California, to follow her dreams of becoming an actress. At the time, her father warned her that Hollywood would "claim [her] soul." "He regularly told me that the entertainment industry was evil and that Hollywood would claim my soul," Graham said. She noted that her parents "were part of a generation that didn’t believe in therapy or discussing personal things, so I never felt I could talk to them." Graham said that she knew it was time to move out of her parents' home following the premiere of her first movie "License to Drive" in 1988. "When the movie came out, I was 18, living at home had become more difficult," she said. "I said to myself, ‘I’ve got to get out of here, I’ve got to be successful, and I’ve got to be a movie star.’" "I found an apartment in West Hollywood with another girl from high school — a working model who was also investing in real estate on the side. Living with her was freeing." After rising to prominence when she starred in the 1997 movie "Boogie Nights," Graham went on to land major roles in the 1999 films "Austin Powers" and "Swingers." Graham told the WSJ that her success led her to realize she was "self-sufficient" and she began to reevaluate her relationship with her parents. She shared that she stopped speaking to her parents when she was 25, and they remain estranged. During her recent podcast appearance, Graham explained that her 2024 movie "Chosen Family" was inspired in part by her own experience being estranged from her parents and finding connection through friendships instead. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Graham wrote, produced and starred in "Chosen Family," which follows her character, a yoga teacher named Ann, as she navigates messy relationships and a difficult past while learning to build a supportive "family" from the people she chooses rather than her family of origin.  "I'm not close with my family," she said. "I'm estranged from my family." "And I feel like my friends are my family, you know?" she added. Graham told the WSJ that she is proud of the life she has created for herself, which includes a house in Los Angeles and a loft in New York City. Noting that her West Coast home "has views of the Pacific," Graham explained that she draws inspiration from her surroundings.  "I love the ocean," she said. "I also like sitting out back when writing or preparing for a movie. Nature is inspiring." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ee513fb569bd90863047 Mamdani ripped after conceding key campaign pledge won't happen this year te 2026-04-09T18:22:09.138Z Mamdani ripped after conceding key campaign pledge won't happen this year New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash online after admitting that his campaign pledge to make city buses free is hitting funding roadblocks. Conservatives were quick to react to a Politico interview where the mayor acknowledged that one of his most hotly discussed campaign promises wouldn't happen this year as his administration works to gain support from lawmakers in Albany. "It won’t ever happen. It was a high-profile promise that won’t ever happen. It wasn’t really meant to," wrote conservative media host Jason Rantz on X. "Turns out socialist slogans don’t survive contact with reality," National Republican Congressional Committee Press Secretary Mike Marinella posted on X. FROM FREE BUSES TO CITY-OWNED GROCERY STORES, HERE ARE MAMDANI’S KEY ECONOMIC PROMISES "Hahahahahahahahahaha. You got played, NYC," wrote Amy Curtis, a conservative writer, on X. "Mamdani lied about free buses — and basically everything else in his campaign," wrote Tim Young, a media fellow at The Heritage Foundation, on X. "And the idiots of New York fell for it," he added. "Socialism is like a toxic ex: big promises upfront, disappointment later," conservative media outlet Prager U posted on X. "Just ask New York about those free buses." Others, however, defended the effort, pointing to the complexities of funding major transit changes and praising the administration for continuing negotiations. SOCIALIST NYC MAYOR MAMDANI CLASHES WITH HOCHUL OVER TAX HIKES AS SOME CRITICS WARN OF CATASTROPHE Mamdani's office said in a statement to Fox News Digital that the mayor remains committed to the plan, adding that his administration is working with state officials to make fare-free buses a reality before the end of his term. "Mayor Mamdani is committed to delivering fast and free buses by the time he leaves office, full stop," a spokesperson said, noting ongoing discussions with N.Y. Governor Kathy Hochul's office. "In the meantime, the Mamdani administration will continue to work with our partners at the state and local level to make commutes faster and our transit system more affordable for all New Yorkers." Mamdani never explicitly pledged to fulfill the campaign platform in the first year but said he intended to accomplish the goal by the end of his first four-year term. "Making buses fast and free, the fast thing we're already getting started on," Mamdani said in January. "And what I've said is that by the time I'm finished being mayor, they're going to be free. What we have to deliver, however, in this very year, required by law, but also required just by being a good mayor, a balanced budget for this fiscal year [and for] the next fiscal year." As an assembly member, Mamdani launched a free bus pilot program in Queens that he has touted as highly successful citing increased ridership by more than 30% and showing a nearly 40% drop in assaults on bus operators. Still, Mamdani's critics argue that the cost of free busses is fiscally risky and logistically flawed for the behemoth New York City system and warn it would likely to degrade the very service it aims to improve. The debate comes as Mamdani advances a broader affordability agenda built on campaign promises such as city-owned grocery stores and rent freezes, proposals that have rattled Wall Street and drawn sharp criticism. The clash underscores a widening divide between progressive ambitions for the city and the financial sector that has long powered its economy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ee283fb569bd9086302f Az universities dropped DEI offerings after Trump admin threatened cuts - but won’t disclose how te 2026-04-09T18:21:28.688Z Az universities dropped DEI offerings after Trump admin threatened cuts - but won’t disclose how Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ee143fb569bd90863026 Trump asks New York’s top court to toss civil fraud judgment te 2026-04-09T18:21:08.838Z Trump asks New York’s top court to toss civil fraud judgment Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ee013fb569bd9086301d RFK Jr. touts health funding at Az tribal conference while spreading false claims about diabetes te 2026-04-09T18:20:49.014Z RFK Jr. touts health funding at Az tribal conference while spreading false claims about diabetes Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7eded3fb569bd90863014 Trump’s personnel agency asking for federal workers’ medical records te 2026-04-09T18:20:29.491Z Trump’s personnel agency asking for federal workers’ medical records Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ebe23fb569bd90862fb1 Stephen A Smith shuts down 25th Amendment talk, says ‘that ain’t going to happen’ te 2026-04-09T18:11:46.369Z Stephen A Smith shuts down 25th Amendment talk, says ‘that ain’t going to happen’ Stephen A. Smith pushed back on calls to invoke the 25th Amendment to the United States Constitution against President Donald Trump on Wednesday, arguing critics are pursuing something that is not realistic. "The 25th Amendment will not be executed," Smith said on his "Straight Shooter" podcast, telling Trump critics to "stop it." He made the remarks while responding to several of the president's detractors — including former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, Gov. JB Pritzker, and Sen. Ed Markey — who all raised the possibility of removing Trump from office following some of the president's rhetoric during the Iran conflict. MARK KELLY TRASHES TRUMP OVER IRAN, CLAIMS PEOPLE 'OFF THE STREET' WOULD DO BETTER THAN THE ADMINISTRATION Smith acknowledged broader concerns surrounding foreign policy decisions but emphasized that understanding the context behind U.S. actions does not change the constitutional reality critics face. "We get why Trump may have acted," Smith said. "We certainly get an insistence on opening up the Strait of Hormuz because, guess what, 20% of the world's oil goes through there. You can't have them dictating everything because oil prices are going to raise." Smith turned directly to the feasibility of removing a sitting president through constitutional means, outlining the institutional barriers involved. "To invoke the 25th Amendment, you’re going to have to get the vice president to sign off, the Republicans in the House to sign off, cabinet members to sign off, basically declaring him unfit," Smith said. STEPHEN A SMITH SAYS SOME HAVE ‘A LOT OF DAMN NERVE’ FOR HAMMERING TRUMP ON IRAN AFTER FRETTING ABOUT COUNTRY Smith also dismissed renewed calls for impeachment, pointing to prior efforts against Trump that did not ultimately prevent him from returning to office. "You impeached him not once but twice," Smith said. "You got him as a convicted felon, you had the insurrection on January 6, but you forgot to address the fact that the Constitution allows a convicted felon to run for the presidency," he said. Smith argued that political opponents are focusing on mechanisms that have already failed to produce their intended outcome. "You got to beat them, and you didn’t do it," Smith said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Smith said he believes criticism of Trump has weakened critics' credibility in the eyes of the public. "You can’t do anything to him … once that didn’t stop him from regaining his seat in the White House, you lost all credibility. Shut up." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ebce3fb569bd90862fa8 Wisconsin town becomes first in the nation to pass referendum restricting AI data center development te 2026-04-09T18:11:26.668Z Wisconsin town becomes first in the nation to pass referendum restricting AI data center development A Wisconsin town became the first city in the nation to pass a referendum restricting artificial intelligence (AI) data center development after a vote Tuesday. Port Washington residents voted overwhelmingly in favor (66%) of a ballot measure that would require city leaders to obtain voter approval before granting tax incentives exceeding $10 million to developers. The ballot measure came after Vantage Data Centers announced intentions to develop a $15 billion artificial intelligence campus in collaboration with tech giants OpenAI and Oracle in October. The measure was developed by Great Lakes Neighbors United, a local grassroots organization that formed after the original Vantage Data Centers announcement. The organization released a statement celebrating the voting results. KENTUCKY FAMILY SAYS IT TURNED DOWN $26M FROM AI GIANT TO KEEP FARMLAND THAT 'FED A NATION' "Tonight, democracy worked the way it’s supposed to," Great Lakes Neighbors United member Christiane Le Jeune said. "Over 1,000 residents signed the petition that put this measure on the ballot, and tonight Port Washington voters spoke with one clear voice. The people deserve a seat at the table when their tax dollars are on the line." While the measure will not affect the current deal with Vantage Data Centers, it places additional obstacles in the way of other developers, especially AI data organizations, seeking tax incentives in the city. AI EXECUTIVES PRAISE TRUMP'S STARGATE PROJECT: 'THIS IS A VERY LARGE INVESTMENT THAT AFFECTS ALL OF HUMANITY' "We are not against development," co-founder Carri Prom said. "We are for development that the community understands, supports and has chosen together. Tonight proves that when citizens organize and engage, their voices can be heard." Fox News Digital reached out to Vantage Data Centers, OpenAI and Oracle for comment. The Vantage Data Centers project in Wisconsin was part of President Donald Trump's multibillion-dollar artificial intelligence infrastructure "Stargate" project that was announced shortly after his term began in Jan. 2025. MASSIVE AI STARGATE PROJECT UNDER TRUMP ADMIN REVEALS NEXT STEPS The initial investment for the project was $100 billion, with plans to expand to $500 billion over the next four years. The first data center built under the initiative was in Texas with plans to expand into other states. Amid concerns about rising energy costs for maintaining data centers, Trump met with several tech leaders to pledge they will generate their own electricity to save taxpayers money. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7eba53fb569bd90862f91 Questions About N.C. Stabbing Suspect’s Mental Illness Loom Over Case te 2026-04-09T18:10:45.937Z Questions About N.C. Stabbing Suspect’s Mental Illness Loom Over Case Decarlos Brown Jr., who is charged with murdering a Ukrainian immigrant, was found incapable of proceeding to state trial. A federal case against him will come first. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7eb8e3fb569bd90862f75 How to make the Startup Battlefield Top 20 — and what every company gets regardless te 2026-04-09T18:10:22.400Z How to make the Startup Battlefield Top 20 — and what every company gets regardless Every founder who applies to Startup Battlefield wants the same thing: the Disrupt Main Stage. Here’s how to get there and why the opportunity starts well before the main stage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e9773fb569bd90862f20 House Dem leaders open door to 25th Amendment after rank-and-file push for Trump's removal te 2026-04-09T18:01:27.147Z House Dem leaders open door to 25th Amendment after rank-and-file push for Trump's removal Talk of invoking the 25th Amendment is reemerging among House Democrats after more than a year of dismissing speculation they would seek to remove Trump from power for a third time. Rather than quash the discussion, House Democratic leadership appears to be encouraging it. On Wednesday, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., scheduled a Friday briefing on the 25th Amendment for his caucus to be hosted by Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., and House Judiciary Committee Democrats. The announcement came after President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, with administration officials hailing the success of Operation Epic Fury. Jeffries torched Trump’s threats issued earlier this week to wipe out Iran’s "civilization" and unleash "hell" on Tehran. DEMOCRATS THREATEN TO GRIND SENATE TO A HALT TO FORCE PUBLIC IRAN HEARINGS "Shockingly, Donald Trump threatened to escalate his war of choice in a profane Easter Sunday rant and to eradicate an entire civilization," Jeffries wrote in a "Dear Colleague" letter Wednesday. "We will continue to unleash maximum pressure on Republicans to put patriotic duty over party loyalty and join Democrats in stopping the madness." Jeffries has notably stopped short of calling for Trump’s removal from power. Instead, he has pushed a resolution seeking to block the president’s war powers in Iran, which was blocked by House Republicans on Thursday. However, his willingness to entertain the discussion comes after dozens of his members called for Trump’s impeachment or the invocation of the 25th Amendment following the president’s escalating warnings against Iran if its leadership did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his self-imposed deadline. "It's time to invoke the 25th Amendment," Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., wrote on social media. "This maniac should be removed from office." "He’s out of control and his cabinet and those around him must be loyal to the constitution and invoke the 25th amendment," Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif., said. "He must be removed." REP SETH MOULTON: AMERICA DESERVES BETTER THAN TRUMP’S VAGUE IRAN WAR PLANS Taking that approach is a much higher bar than impeachment and has never been used to involuntarily remove a sitting president. To be successful, Democrats would have to obtain buy-in from Republicans and the advisors closest to the president. Specifically, the vice president and a majority of the cabinet would have to agree that Trump is unfit for office. In the event Trump were to contest their assessment, two-thirds of the House and Senate would have to vote in support of that judgment. Some Democrats have publicly admitted the 25th Amendment is likely to be a futile option, even if they agree that Trump should step aside. "I’m getting a lot of traffic about the 25th Amendment after Trump’s mad rants," Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I. said on social media Tuesday. "The president is facing serious mental decline; I’m with you on that." "But unfortunately, invoking the 25th is not realistic right now, given his oddball Cabinet of sycophants and eccentrics, and Republican ‘spines of foam,’" he continued. "We’re going to have to buckle down and win this the old-fashioned way." Democrats previously embraced the 25th Amendment to remove Trump in 2021 following the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi steered a resolution calling for Congress to act through the lower chamber, but the cabinet balked at the demand.  Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e94e3fb569bd90862f0a Trump to Host MAHA Leaders in Bid to Shore Up a Fragile Alliance te 2026-04-09T18:00:46.702Z Trump to Host MAHA Leaders in Bid to Shore Up a Fragile Alliance President Trump will meet privately at the White House on Thursday with disenchanted leaders of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again movement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e9373fb569bd90862eee You can now edit your Instagram comments te 2026-04-09T18:00:23.862Z You can now edit your Instagram comments Instagram users can now edit comments, which is a long-awaited fix for anyone who’s ever had to delete and re-post a comment just to fix a typo. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e7213fb569bd90862e8f 25 years ago, Robert Fisher allegedly murdered his family in Scottsdale and was never seen again te 2026-04-09T17:51:29.774Z 25 years ago, Robert Fisher allegedly murdered his family in Scottsdale and was never seen again Robert Fisher's family was found dead in a burning Scottsdale home in April 2001. He has yet to be found. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e70d3fb569bd90862e86 Motorcyclist dead after crash in south Phoenix te 2026-04-09T17:51:09.764Z Motorcyclist dead after crash in south Phoenix A 43-year-old man sustained fatal injuries in a crash reported Wednesday in south Phoenix. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e6f43fb569bd90862e54 Unity tested: Democrats face off over Israel and AIPAC dark money during DNC meeting te 2026-04-09T17:50:44.801Z Unity tested: Democrats face off over Israel and AIPAC dark money during DNC meeting Democrats are united in their opposition to President Donald Trump and his unprecedented second-term agenda. But as the Democratic National Committee (DNC) huddles in New Orleans for their spring meeting, the party is once again coping with deep internal divisions over Israel's military actions and a powerful pro-Israel lobbying group's recent meddling in Democratic Party primaries. The DNC's Resolutions Committee debated and held test votes on Thursday on resolutions recognizing a Palestinian state, putting limits on military aid to Israel, and taking aim at what one resolution calls the "growing influence" of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which is best known by its acronym AIPAC, and other so-called dark money groups. Two resolutions on placing conditions on military aid to Israel and recognizing a Palestinian state were referred to the DNC's Middle East Working Group. The resolution calling out AIPAC was defeated after the Resolutions Committee passed a broader resolution targeting all dark money groups. The nonbinding resolutions were among more than 100 on a range of issues that are being considered. SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL DROPS AS DEMOCRATS TURN AGAINST KEY US ALLY: POLL The resolutions were the latest face-off between DNC leaders who support Israel and a growing base of progressives who give Israel a thumbs down. One DNC committee member, speaking anonymously, called the resolutions "problematic" for the party. The potential for divisive dialogue and verbal explosions over these issues comes eight months after similar showdowns at the DNC's 2025 summer meeting in Minneapolis. This year's spring meeting also comes as a Pew Research national survey released this week showed that 80% of Democrats and independents who lean towards the party hold unfavorable views of Israel, up nearly 30 points since 2022. An NBC News poll conducted earlier this year indicated that 57% of Democrats held a negative view of Israel, up from 35% after Hamas killed roughly 1,200 people in a sneak attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. JOHN FETTERMAN CALLS OUT AOC'S 'CLUELESS' ANTI-ISRAEL COMMENTS IN MUNICH But negative opinions have surged since Israel's ensuing military campaign in Gaza over the past two and a half years has resulted in more than 72,000 people being killed, according to health officials in the Palestinian territory. And Israel joined the U.S. in attacking Iran in a nearly month-and-a-half long war which polls suggest is unpopular with most Americans. "Israel’s behavior has turned Americans against it," longtime DNC member James Zogby — the president of the Arab American Institute and a critic of Israel, said in a social media post this week. "It seems that Americans don’t like folks using our money & weapons to commit genocide & steal Palestinian land." The resolution criticizing AIPAC and other corporate-aligned spending in Democratic primaries was authored by Allison Minnerly, a DNC member from Florida who at last year's summer meeting grabbed a spotlight as she unsuccessfully pushed for a resolution urging an arms embargo on Israel. DEMOCRATS FACE-OFF OVER ISRAEL AT KEY PARTY MEETING After Minnerly's resolution was defeated, DNC Chair Ken Martin pulled his own resolution, which called for "unrestricted" aid to Gaza and a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian crisis. Martin then the Middle East Working Group, which will meet for a fourth time at the spring meeting. Some Democrats blame the party's support for Israel for their 2024 election setbacks, when they lost control of the White House and Senate and fell short in winning back the House majority. Fox News reached out to the DNC and AIPAC for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e4843fb569bd90862db6 Tucson takes action as feds threaten Colorado River cuts te 2026-04-09T17:40:20.656Z Tucson takes action as feds threaten Colorado River cuts The federal government wants to cut Arizona's Colorado River water supply by more than 77%, and Tucson isn't waiting to find out what happens next. The proposed cut targets the Central Arizona Project, a 336-mile system that delivers Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. The seven states that rely on the Colorado River, Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, have been negotiating new water allocations after the 2007 Interim Guidelines for managing Lake Mead and Lake Powell are set to expire this year. The federal government intervened in early 2026 after the states missed the November 2025 negotiation deadline. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement, released by the Bureau of Reclamation, proposed a 77.4% cut to Arizona's water supply, a 16.67% cut to Mexico's and a 5.93% decrease for Nevada. The other five states would not be affected. The proposed cut stems from Arizona's "junior priority" status among the seven states, meaning it is one of the first to face reductions in water supply negotiations. The principle of "first in time, first in line" has governed Colorado River water rights since 1922, prioritizing states with older irrigation systems. University of Arizona water usage dropped significantly between 2018 and 2023, according to data provided by the school. Courtesy of UA. On March 2, CAP, along with counties and water companies across the state, sent a letter to Doug Burgum, the secretary of the interior, asking the federal government to reconsider the proposal. "The waters of the Colorado River are foundational to the economy and people of Central and Southern Arizona, supporting 6 million Arizonans, many tribal communities, a thriving advanced microchip manufacturing industry, and critical mineral and agricultural production," the letter said. The proposal would affect the state's agriculture sector while also driving up groundwater usage and utility rates. "The (Draft Environmental Impact Statement) alternatives threaten to tear apart a generation of careful water management and topple the architecture supporting Arizona's economy which is home to the heart of the American semi-conductor manufacturing and AI infrastructure industries," the letter said. While state and federal officials negotiate, local institutions are already working to reduce their dependence on Colorado River water. The University of Arizona campus relies primarily on reclaimed water through an internal distribution system. This reduces the need to purchase potable water for landscaping. "UA has long been a leader in sustainable irrigation practices, including purchasing smart irrigation controllers decades ago," said spokesman Mitch Zak. "These systems were last substantially updated around 2018 and can detect ambient moisture to only apply water when needed." Total water usage fluctuated over time but dropped significantly between 2018 and 2023, according to UA data. In 2022, the university saw a notable decrease in water use, in part due to the closure of the UA Mall for a stormwater project, Zak said. The university is also home to the Water and Energy Sustainable Technology Center, known as WEST, co-located at the Agua Nueva water campus. Its primary goal is to ensure a sustainable water supply while protecting and promoting human and environmental health. University of Arizona water usage over the past five years. Arilynn Hyatt / Tucson Spotlight. The center has two main programs, engineering and microbiology, with most of its research focused on water, said Andrea Achilli, the center's deputy director. Achilli's research primarily focuses on membrane processes, desalination for water use as well as energy recovery from water and wastewater processes. He is currently working on a multi-year water resiliency and self-sufficiency project for the Arid Southwest Research Program. "The scope is to essentially increase national water security and resilience for water use," he said. "The core is to develop more resilient water use technologies that can enable more security for water sources." The project began in 2023 in partnership with the University of Southern California and the University of Nevada, Reno. It is funded by the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center, a division of the Army Corps of Engineers. "The consortium was born in the southwest because the southwest region is experiencing more water scarcity and drought, but also, it is definitely a national effort because we are doing research that is applicable to different parts of the country," Achilli said. The center also researches water-efficient technologies and PFAS, a group of chemical compounds linked to health risks. At the city level, Tucson Water has the One Water 2100 Plan, a long-term sustainability strategy aimed at securing a reliable water supply through the end of the century. "Water sustains life, and without potable water it's really hard to sustain a growing city," Achilli said. Arilynn Hyatt is a journalism major at the University of Arizona and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact her at arilynndhyatt@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/69d7e2963fb569bd90862d7f Republican lawmakers push state control over Democratic cities te 2026-04-09T17:32:06.962Z Republican lawmakers push state control over Democratic cities Alabama state Sen. Kirk Hatcher, a Democrat, speaks outside the Alabama State House in March against a Republican-sponsored bill that could allow the state to take control over Montgomery's police department. In recent years, Republican lawmakers in GOP-led states have pushed for state takeovers of police departments and other municipal agencies. (Photo by Ralph Chapoco/Alabama Reflector) In late March, a handful of Black faith leaders gathered on the steps of the Alabama State House to protest a bill that could allow the state to seize control of the police force in the capital of Montgomery. Supporters of the Republican-sponsored proposal cast it as a response to Montgomery’s police officer shortage and public concern over unchecked crime. Opponents called it a power grab aimed at a Democratic-led, majority-Black city, pushed by Montgomery’s white Republican state senator over the objections of the city’s mayor, police chief and its other state senator, a Black Democrat who represents a larger swath of the city. “We’ve seen this before. This is nothing new,” Richard Williams, lead pastor of Metropolitan United Methodist Church in Montgomery, told reporters and others gathered for the news conference. The bill “empowers the state to remove elected Black officials from their operational control of the Montgomery Police Department.” The following day, the Alabama Senate’s Republican supermajority shut down any debate on the bill and approved it. Kirk Hatcher, Montgomery’s Black state senator, and other Democrats were not allowed to speak on the Senate floor until after it passed. The measure now awaits a vote in the House. Similar efforts have played out in recent years in other states — including Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee — as Republican lawmakers push for state takeovers of police departments and other municipal agencies in Democratic cities that often have significant Black populations. Society is collectively tolerating the loss of democracy in these limited pockets. They don’t understand it’s going to come for them eventually. – Louise Seamster, a sociologist at the University of Iowa Conservative lawmakers frame their proposals as necessary for improving public safety or financial accountability. Critics say the takeover efforts undermine democracy by overriding local control, exceeding the traditional bounds of state power while perpetuating racist stereotypes. Many of the nation’s big cities with the highest murder rates are located in Republican-led states but are governed by Democrats — a dynamic that fuels tension between state and local leadership. “It’s frustrating for the citizens of Montgomery whenever they’re the victims (of crime) and their neighbors are victims,” Alabama Republican state Sen. Will Barfoot, who represents a slice of Montgomery, told fellow legislators on the Senate floor in March. “You know that at the very least that it’s partially because Montgomery doesn’t have the law enforcement officers that they need.” Barfoot did not respond to Stateline’s request for comment. The Montgomery Police Department hasn’t publicly released its staffing figures. Barfoot said on the floor that while he hadn’t been able to get those numbers, he estimated the department has around 220-230 officers, which he said falls short of the roughly 400 it would need to be staffed effectively. In Missouri, Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe put the St. Louis police department under the control of a state-appointed board last year. Kansas City, Missouri, is the only other major city police department under state control. That arrangement dates from 1939, when the state assumed authority to combat corruption. In 2023, Mississippi’s white Republican supermajority gave the state-run Capitol Police expanded jurisdiction over the state capital of Jackson, which has been called the “Blackest City in America,” and created separate appointed courts for the affluent, whiter parts of the city. In Tennessee, state lawmakers are trying to create a state-controlled tourism board to oversee millions in surplus cash generated by Nashville. It’s the latest in a line of moves by the Republican-controlled state legislature to exert more influence in Democratic-led Nashville, including over its metro council, airport authority, electrical utility, and even its sports authority. “Society is collectively tolerating the loss of democracy in these limited pockets,” said Louise Seamster, a sociologist at the University of Iowa whose research has focused on politics and urban development. “They don’t understand it’s going to come for them eventually.” Echoes of division The state-local power struggle over the St. Louis police department dates to the eve of the Civil War. White secessionist leaders in Missouri took control of the St. Louis police to keep its officers from fighting against the Confederacy. Kansas City’s arrangement dates back to post-Civil War Reconstruction, when state lawmakers were trying to limit Black political influence and civil rights gains. Kansas City briefly regained control in 1932 before the state reasserted itself seven years later. At the time of Reconstruction, the growth of Black governance was seen as a major threat to white political power at the local and state levels, Seamster said. “All kinds of political arrangements, up to legalized and unsanctioned violence, were carried out to reset things to what white people in power thought was the norm, which was them in charge,” she said. Fast-forward to the Obama era: In a 2012 ballot initiative, Missouri voters overwhelmingly approved returning control of the St. Louis police department to the city. But Republican state lawmakers tried in 2023 to repeal the measure, claiming St. Louis’ leaders at that time couldn’t decrease crime on their own. The effort failed after a nine-hour Democratic filibuster. GOP lawmakers got it passed in 2025 with the backing of Kehoe, who’d made the effort a priority of his first year in office. He said state control would give law enforcement the tools it needed to combat high crime rates. Missouri Democrats, noting that crime rates were decreasing, called the measure racist; Black Democrats held the city’s major offices at the time. St. Louis has one of the highest homicide rates in the nation, though police officials said their data shows the murder rate dropped to its lowest level in two decades during the first three months of 2025. In Michigan, researchers found, financial stress alone didn’t explain municipal takeovers. Residents’ race and economic status, as well as a city’s reliance on state funding, were better predictors of state intervention, according to a 2021 study from University of Michigan researchers. “Black communities show signs of being successful or having access to resources that might increase their autonomy or ability to develop,” said Seamster, who has studied city-state conflicts over resources. “Then it is often a trend where, formally or informally, white communities step in to take it back.” In 2019, the Republican-led Georgia state legislature tried to take over operation of the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest in the world, citing concerns over safety and corruption. Atlanta City Hall had been embroiled in a sprawling corruption scandal that eventually resulted in federal charges against multiple city staffers. Then-Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms denounced the move as an “act of war” against the Democratic city, long a national hub of Black culture and business. Many of the cities targeted for state intervention struggle with the kind of persistent poverty and structural disadvantages that contribute to higher crime rates. Cities’ finances and power get siphoned away in myriad ways, Seamster said, from reduced state financial support or required power-sharing with a larger county, to more subtle changes, such as state decisions on how federal block grant funding is distributed that give cities less to work with. Taking back power Baltimore regained control of its police department last year after voters twice approved a ballot measure in the wake of a decade-long fight for local control. The police department had been under some form of state control since the Civil War. Lifelong resident Ray Kelly became interested in the issue when a student in his community was arrested. He soon learned that to lobby for changes in the department, he’d have to leave Baltimore for the state capitol in Annapolis, nearly an hour’s drive south. “Accountability starts at home, so the first place we naturally think we should go if we have an issue in our community is to our local representative,” he said, “and for 160 years the local representative had no authority, so it was like banging your head against the wall.” Kelly is now executive director of the Citizens Policing Project, a nonprofit that was part of a coalition of Maryland organizations that worked for years to get the ballot initiative passed. In the year since Baltimore gained control of its police, the Baltimore City Council has been holding regular public hearings on public safety. They’re “packed,” Kelly said, adding that one hearing had such a huge turnout that both the hearing room and the overflow room were full, with even more residents standing outside to listen. Kelly counts that as one visible and positive result of getting local control restored. “The ultimate goal is to have local people be able to shape how the operations of the police department happen on a day-to-day basis, and not have to travel all the way to Annapolis to do it,” he said. “People will be more involved as they learn we don’t have to write the state senator anymore, and we can just go to City Hall.” Missteps and breathing room Barfoot, the Alabama Republican state senator who represents a portion of Montgomery, told lawmakers he’s gotten more calls and messages about his bill proposing a takeover of the Montgomery police department than any other piece of legislation in his eight years in office. Most of them have been supportive, he said. Montgomery citizens, he said on the Senate floor, are “tired of turning on the news and hearing about the violence that we’ve had here in Montgomery. We’re tired of having the thefts that are occurring. We’re tired of having the robberies, the home invasions. And believe me, that is across Montgomery.” He pointed to other large cities in Alabama that he said had a much higher number of officers per 1,000 residents than Montgomery, and criticized the city for going through five different police chiefs in the past seven years. Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and Hatcher say Barfoot never consulted them before introducing the bill. Barfoot acknowledged those “missteps” on the Senate floor, but said he’d since held a public hearing and said those leaders didn’t reach out to him, either. The current police chief spoke against the bill before lawmakers. Montgomery leaders say the bill unfairly singles out their city. As written, it applies only to Montgomery and Huntsville, a Republican-led city. It would give law enforcement in those cities five years to have a certain number of police officers per resident before the state steps in. After Huntsville leadership approached lawmakers with concerns about the bill, sponsors lowered the staffing requirements to 1.9 officers per 1,000 residents to give Huntsville some “breathing room,” Barfoot told local media. Huntsville now meets the requirements. But Montgomery is about 150 officers short of the bill’s mandate, Barfoot estimated. If it doesn’t hire the required number of officers within five years, the state can take over and charge the city for filling those vacancies. Williams, the Montgomery pastor, called that restitution clause a “financial weapon.” After the Senate passed the bill, Hatcher chastised his Republican colleagues for withholding resources from people who need it and voting against public safety measures that law enforcement wants. An Alabama law enacted in 2022 allows gun owners to carry a handgun without a permit, background check or safety training. “What I’ve come to believe is that when everybody around you has everything they need, that’s the safest we will be,” Hatcher said. “When people have health care, when people have food, SNAP benefits, that’s the safest we’ll be.” Stateline reporter Anna Claire Vollers can be reached at avollers@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/69d7e2813fb569bd90862d60 Olympic gold winner dismisses athletes' negative comments on representing US: 'I think we're the best country' te 2026-04-09T17:31:45.708Z Olympic gold winner dismisses athletes' negative comments on representing US: 'I think we're the best country' Not everybody representing the red, white and blue sounded necessarily ecstatic about doing so in the Olympics. Freeskier Hunter Hess said he had "mixed emotions" representing the U.S. in Milan, while skier Mikaela Shiffrin said she wanted to represent her own "values" in Milan, and it was "tough to reconcile" violence in America while "competing for medals at an Olympic event." But for two-time gold medalist Jordan Stolz, there were no problems. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, the speedskater who want gold twice in Italy, Stolz said he paid no mind to any other athletes' comments. "I didn't really pay attention to it, but I'm always happy to represent the USA," Stolz said. "I think we're the best country." It was not just winter Olympians who shared uneasy about representing the United States on the grandest stage. In an interview with Fox News Digital months before the 2024 Summer Olympics, Noah Lyles said representing the U.S. was "bittersweet" and came with a "heavy heart," saying Black people in America have "a lot to deal with." OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST DISCUSSES BALANCE BETWEEN CELEBRATING ONE VICTORY WHILE VYING FOR OTHERS Hess said it was "a little hard" to represent the United States, because "there’s obviously a lot going on that I’m not the biggest fan of, and I think a lot of people aren’t." Those comments prompted President Donald Trump to call him a "real loser." "Just because I’m wearing the flag doesn't mean I represent everything that’s going on in the U.S. I just kind of want to do it for my friends and my family and the people that support me getting here," Hess said in February. Shriffin said, "I think there's a lot of hardship in the world globally, and there's a lot of heartbreak. There's a lot of violence. It can be tough to reconcile that when you're also competing for medals at an Olympic event." Ahead of the World Baseball Classic, Bryce Harper, who played for Team USA, said it was "crazy" to not fully embrace wearing the Stars and Stripes. The Philadelphia Phillies first baseman said no matter where one may stand politically, it is always the greatest honor to represent the United States. "Obviously, there's things that are going on in the country that, you know, aren't good or people don't believe in or whatever, right? Politics aside, for me, when you're going and representing your country, you're representing your country, man. Like, block all that out. It's sports. "We want to put something on the TV that is happy and good and just great for everybody to watch, right? So, representing your country, there's nothing greater than representing your country. There's really nothing at all. 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/69d7e26d3fb569bd90862d57 Bodycam shows Athena Strand’s killer FedEx driver flip personas, say discarding girl’s clothes was ‘funny’ te 2026-04-09T17:31:25.931Z Bodycam shows Athena Strand’s killer FedEx driver flip personas, say discarding girl’s clothes was ‘funny’ Haunting body camera footage of a former FedEx delivery driver who pleaded guilty to killing a young girl showed him flipping between alter ego personalities as it was played in a Texas courtroom Thursday as jurors weigh whether he will receive the death penalty.  Tanner Horner, 34, pleaded guilty to the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in a Fort Worth courtroom.  Jurors are now being shown body camera footage and additional evidence to determine if Horner will receive the death penalty or life in prison without parole.  On Thursday, jurors were shown footage of authorities confronting Horner about where he disposed of Athena’s clothing following her death on Nov. 30, 2022. ATHENA STRAND’S KILLER FEDEX DRIVER TOLD POLICE HE ‘KIND OF TOSSED’ 7-YEAR-OLD’S BODY INTO WOODS, VIDEO SHOWS "Are you saying you stripped her naked and threw her clothes out the window on the highway?" the officer can be heard asking.  "I thought it was funny," Horner replied.  "Did you take all her clothes off of her? Shirts, pants, panties – everything?" the officer asked.  "Mm-hmm," Horner said.  The officers then shift to addressing Horner’s alter ego, "Zero."  "Hey Zero, when you took her, was she wearing a jacket or anything?" the officer said.  "No jacket, no shoes," Horner, speaking as Zero, replied.  ATHENA STRAND PHOTO SHOWS DEADLY RIDE WITH FEDEX DRIVER WHO ADMITTED KILLING GIRL DURING CHRISTMAS DELIVERY Authorities continued to push Horner for more details about Athena’s abduction, asking if the girl told him she did not want to get into his car.  In response, Horner informed them he told Athena, "We’re going on a ride."  "She was trying to fight you when you told her you were going on a ride?" the officer asked.  "No," Horner replied as he mumbled details about what Athena had said to him.  The officers then attempted to get more details from Horner, who appeared to be speaking to them as his alter ego.  MAN CONFESSES TO KILLING 7-YEAR-OLD WHILE ON THE LAM AFTER DNA LINKS HIM TO 30-YEAR COLD CASE: AUTHORITIES "So did you hit her before you dropped the package? I’m sorry, did Tanner hit her before the package was dropped off, or after?" the officer asked, before shifting to address Horner as Zero.  "Do you want to talk to him?" Horner replied, referring to himself.  "No, I want to talk to Zero. I want to talk to you. Because you’re being more honest, you’re more helpful," the officer said.  While on the stand, Texas Ranger Job Espinoza, the lead investigator who was with Horner when Athena's body was located and interrogated him after his arrest, testified that Horner told him Athena’s underwear was still on her body, according to FOX 4.  However, Espinoza told the courtroom he knew the claim was untrue because Athena’s body was nude when her remains were discovered by authorities. Espinoza then added that Horner allegedly admitted to taking Athena’s pants and placing them inside a backpack thrown in the trash at his house. Investigators later found some articles of Athena’s clothing inside Horner’s home.  Upon being asked if there was any evidence that Athena’s clothes were thrown on the highway, Espinoza denied the claim.  "Based on the course of this investigation, I knew that was a lie," Espinoza said.  In his earlier testimony on Thursday morning, Espinoza told Wise County District Attorney James Stainton that Horner had been untruthful throughout the investigative process.  "At this point, other than telling you where Athena was located, is there anything else truthful that Tanner Horner has told you?" Stainton asked.  "No sir," Espinoza answered.  "Up until this point, how many different versions has Tanner Horner told you of how things went down at Athena's residence?" Stainton replied.  "He's given me numerous different versions of how the events of that day transpired," Espinoza said. In an interrogation video shown Thursday, Horner asked investigators to release him from jail for about a month so he could spend Christmas with his family, while promising to provide the details of his crime if they agreed.  "Did you know what you did was wrong?" Espinoza asked him, according to FOX 4.  "Of course," Horner said. "I haven't been on that medicine for five days, and it's starting to wear off. I've actually been crying. Do you know what it's like, not being able to cry for months and months and months?" Espinoza then asked if Horner was remorseful for what he did to the young girl.  "I’m a father," Horner said as he grew emotional. "All I want is to spend one last Christmas with my son, and I’ll tell you everything." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Horner initially claimed he accidentally struck Athena with his delivery truck, but later admitted to abducting and strangling her while delivering a package to her father’s home in November 2022 in Paradise, Texas. He previously said he "kind of tossed" the young girl into the woods after killing her, according to an interrogation video shown to jurors. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Prosecutors have aimed to paint Horner as a violent and calculating killer.  "First thing Tanner Horner says to Athena when he picks her up, puts her in that truck, leans down, and he says, ‘Don’t scream or I’ll hurt you,’" Stainton told jurors in opening statements Tuesday. SEND US A TIP HERE "I’m going to tell you right now. One thing you’re going to hear that is something you can’t unhear is the level of fight that a 7-year-old girl has. When she’s facing down a certain death." Stainton also revealed Horner may have sexually assaulted the young girl after her abduction. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "We have DNA. Not only do we have initial DNA from Athena that has Tanner Horner’s DNA under her fingernails. We also have Tanner Horner’s DNA in places where you shouldn’t find DNA on a 7-year-old girl," Stainton said in court. Prosecutors have pointed to evidence showing Horner covered a camera inside his FedEx truck, threatened Athena and carried out an extensive attack before disposing of her body in a wooded area near Boyd, Texas. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Horner then allegedly returned to work to continue delivering packages as authorities launched a desperate search for the missing child. Her body was discovered three days later.  Defense attorney Lindsay Thompson pointed to Horner suffering from brain damage, mental illness and extreme lead exposure – while mentioning his autism diagnosis. Thompson added that Horner should be spared from the death penalty because he had accepted responsibility by pleading guilty.  Authorities have revealed Horner was delivering a package of Barbie dolls meant to be a Christmas gift for Athena when he abducted and killed her. Fox News Digital's Sarah Rumpf-Whitten contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e25a3fb569bd90862d4e Strait of Hormuz toll would set 'dangerous precedent,' UN shipping agency warns te 2026-04-09T17:31:06.165Z Strait of Hormuz toll would set 'dangerous precedent,' UN shipping agency warns The United Nations’ shipping agency warned Thursday that imposing a toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz would "set a dangerous precedent."  The remark comes after President Donald Trump suggested Wednesday that there may be a U.S.-Iranian toll system coming for ships that travel through the key waterway. Trump told ABC News, "We’re thinking of doing it as a joint venture," and, "It’s a way of securing it — also securing it from lots of other people."  "There is no international agreement where tolls can be introduced for transiting international straits. Any such toll will set a dangerous precedent," a ‌spokesperson ⁠for the U.N.'s International Maritime Organization told Reuters on Thursday.  The Strait of Hormuz, which lies between Iran, Oman and the United Arab Emirates, is one of the world’s most critical energy choke points, carrying roughly 20 million barrels of oil a day along with about one-fifth of global liquefied natural gas. LIVE UPDATES: US MILITARY 'LOADING UP AND RESTING,' TRUMP SAYS, AS IRAN TESTS CEASEFIRE Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also warned on Wednesday that a reported Iranian plan to charge ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz would be "completely unacceptable."  "I don’t think that the international community would be ready to accept Iran setting up a toll booth for every ship that crosses the strait," Mitsotakis, representing the world's leading shipping power, told CNN.  HEGSETH DECLARES 'DECISIVE MILITARY VICTORY' OVER IRAN "This agreement cannot, I repeat, cannot include a sort of a fee that ships will have to pay every time they cross the strait," he continued. "This was not the case before the war started and it cannot be the case after the war finishes."  The Trump administration had reached a ceasefire deal with Iran on Tuesday.  "The United States of America will be helping with the traffic buildup in the Strait of Hormuz. There will be lots of positive action! Big money will be made. Iran can start the reconstruction process," Trump wrote on Truth Social on Wednesday morning. "We’ll be loading up with supplies of all kinds, and just ‘hangin’ around’ in order to make sure that everything goes well. I feel confident that it will."  Fox News Digital’s Amanda Macias and Alexandra Koch contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e22d3fb569bd90862d25 Sierra’s Bret Taylor says the era of clicking buttons is over te 2026-04-09T17:30:21.767Z Sierra’s Bret Taylor says the era of clicking buttons is over Co-founder of Sierra predicts that AI agents will make software interfaces obsolete. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7e0053fb569bd90862cce WNBA star Lexie Hull opens up on pre-game beauty routine, including mandatory naps and nail polish te 2026-04-09T17:21:09.363Z WNBA star Lexie Hull opens up on pre-game beauty routine, including mandatory naps and nail polish Indiana Fever star Lexie Hull hardly ever plays a WNBA game without taking at least a 20-minute nap first. It's one of her many pre-game rituals focused on her "look good, feel good, play good," mentality. "For me, before a game, I always do a pre-game nap, and then as soon a I wake up I do my skincare, makeup and hair and I'll pick a walk-in outfit, and that's been my routine for the last four years in the W," Hull told Fox News Digital, adding that the nap is her favorite part of the routine. "I'll nap at home or the hotel, so I'll nap five hours before the game ... everyone has their version of it, I think most of my teammates are napping. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "It feels low maintenance ... some people don't like doing their makeup and don't like getting ready but for me, I love all of that." One of Hull's signature pre-game beauty steps is keeping her nails in check. She has previously said it's even one of her superstitions. "I like to have my nails done before I play. It's like something about looking down and feeling put together. So if there's a chip and the nail is broken, I'll fix that the morning or the night before the game to make sure everything is ready to go for the game, and like that's just a personal preference," she said. CAITLIN CLARK'S TEAMMATE SPORTS TWO BLACK EYES AFTER COLLISION WITH WNBA OPPONENT "I think just the whole idea of look good, feel good, play good has always resonated with me. Showing up as my most confident, my most really just confident self has been important for I feel like being able to perform at my highest level." Hull's commitment to beauty routines has manifested in her own personal beauty brand FORTA Cosmetics. She has partnered with the athlete-led marketing platform Faves, which allows athletes to capitalize on business opportunities beyond traditional sponsorship models by giving an athlete's fans access to their products. "Athletes live under extreme conditions a lot of the times when they're working out and playing, and I partnered with Faves at launch to see female athletes on their platform... so we could get [FORTA] in their hands and get them to try it and test it to see how they like it and share it with their audiences," Hull said. Hull is set to enter her fourth season with the Fever and third with superstar teammate Caitlin Clark. Hull led Indiana through the WNBA playoffs last season after Clark went down with injury, falling one game short of reaching the finals. 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/69d7dff13fb569bd90862cc5 'Euphoria' star Natasha Lyonne escorted off plane after appearing disoriented following show premiere: report te 2026-04-09T17:20:49.512Z 'Euphoria' star Natasha Lyonne escorted off plane after appearing disoriented following show premiere: report Natasha Lyonne was reportedly escorted off a plane in Los Angeles after seeming disoriented and not complying with aircraft rules. Hours after appearing at the Season 3 premiere of HBO’s "Euphoria," the "Orange Is the New Black" star — who announced that she had relapsed in January after 10 years of sobriety — seemed "out of it" while aboard a first class seat on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to New York City, according to Page Six. The outlet reported that Lyonne — who seemed to be dozing off — did not respond when flight attendants asked her to close her laptop and fasten her seat belt for takeoff. ACTRESS NATASHA LYONNE CLARIFIES REMARKS AFTER SAYING 12-YEAR-OLDS SHOULD BE ABLE TO GET ABORTIONS After the plane reportedly taxied to the runway, it later turned back to the gate before takeoff when a flight attendant expressed concern for Lyonne. "Ma’am, do you need medical attention?" the flight attendant asked the actress, according to Page Six. "Ma’am, I need you to come off the plane. Do you need help with your belongings?" "Where are we?" Lyonne allegedly responded, before being told, "We’re still in L.A. The plane hasn’t gone anywhere. The plane is not going anywhere until you come off it." After Lyonne willingly de-boarded the plane, the flight's captain expressed his apologies for the delay to the rest of the passengers. "We have a passenger who, for whatever reason … wouldn’t follow some basic commands … We had a passenger who didn’t seem up to the task tonight so that’s why they were asked to be booked on another flight — I do apologize for the inconvenience, but we will get you to New York as quickly and as safely as possible." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Representatives for Lyonne and Delta did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. The incident comes months after Lyonne revealed she was no longer sober in a January social media post. "Took my relapse public more to come," she wrote via X at the time. "Recovery is a lifelong process. Anyone out there struggling, remember you’re not alone. Grateful for love & smart feet." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Stay honest, folks. Sick as our secrets," she continued. "If no one told ya today, I love you. No matter how far down the scales we have gone, we will see how our experience may help another. Keep going, kiddos. Don’t quit before the miracle. Wallpaper your mind with love. Rest is all noise & baloney." Last month, Lyonne shared an additional update on her sobriety journey. "Proud to report this kid is doing a whole lot better & back on her feet," she wrote on X. "Want to thank our recovery communities & the fans who stood by & were so supportive. Aiming to keep the journey somehow private, but look forward to sharing my experience, strength & hope as makes sense. My heart is with everyone ever going through it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7dde73fb569bd90862c57 $35 million in reparations money remains unused as Baltimore officials battle over who gets control: report te 2026-04-09T17:12:07.405Z $35 million in reparations money remains unused as Baltimore officials battle over who gets control: report Millions in reparations money remain unused as Baltimore officials battle over who gets control, according to a local report. The Baltimore Beat reported that the $35 million in revenue from the recreational cannabis tax has not reached residents yet due to infighting between City Hall and the Community Reinvestment and Reparations Commission, a 17-member body established in November 2024 to oversee how the funds are distributed. Since Maryland legalized recreational cannabis three years ago, "not a single dollar has reached the people it was meant to help, and the first round of funding may still be a year away," the report said.  WHAT THE FIRST FEDERAL CHALLENGE TO A LOCAL REPARATIONS PROGRAM MEANS FOR OTHER CITIES "The City Hall says the mayor has final say, while commissioners maintain the body was created to independently manage the funds," the Beat reported. "That holdup means that while Maryland’s legalization of cannabis in 2023 led to over $1.1 billion in sales over the following year alone, even as Black communities continue to be targeted by the drug war, none of it has helped repair that damage," the article explained. The state used some of the funds to cover dental care, after-school programs and early childhood screenings. The revenue was intended to reinvest in communities affected by the war on drugs, an initiative pushed by President Richard Nixon in 1971 to curb illegal drug use, production, and trafficking through hyper-policing, harsh sentencing and increased law enforcement. ILLINOIS CITY DENIED MOTION TO DISMISS LAWSUIT AGAINST REPARATIONS PROGRAM Maryland officials sought to address some of the harm caused by the war on drugs by directing 35% of cannabis tax revenue to communities impacted by decades of cannabis being outlawed. Additionally, local jurisdictions were required to establish a commission to manage the distribution of the funds. "Essentially, the War on Drugs never actually targeted narcotics," said community activist Ray Kelly, per the Beat. "It targeted the entire community where narcotics were sold." The Beat was told by the commission that City Hall allocated over $5 million without authorization. REPARATIONS ADVOCATES PUSH FOR PAYMENTS TO BLACK AMERICANS DESPITE BUDGET AND LEGAL CHALLENGES Commissioner Khalilah M. Harris reportedly said that the city has allocated over $5 million that "the commission did not authorize." "Howard disputed that characterization and said that the city designated the Office of Equity and Civil Rights to administer the $5 million in support of the commission’s work, including staffing and outreach," the Beat reported. Neither City Hall nor the commission immediately responded to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Baltimore will follow several states and local municipalities looking to implement reparations to some degree. Many have proposed compensation to rectify historical harms to Black Americans, including those affected by slavery. This would not be the first time a city has used cannabis tax revenue to fund reparations efforts. Evanston, Illinois, a Chicago suburb, was the first to pay Black residents in reparations to cover housing expenses using revenue from cannabis taxes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ddd33fb569bd90862c4e Humanoid robots hit mass production in China te 2026-04-09T17:11:47.950Z Humanoid robots hit mass production in China For years, humanoid robots felt like something you watched on social media. Impressive, yes. Practical, not quite. That line just got blurry. A new factory in China is now producing humanoid robots at a pace that feels closer to car manufacturing. One robot rolls off the line every 30 minutes. That adds up to about 10,000 units a year.  This is not a prototype phase anymore. This is real production. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com – trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. HOME ROBOT COOKS, CLEANS AND ORGANIZES YOUR LIFE   The production line comes from a partnership between Leju Robotics and Dongfang Precision Science & Technology. What makes this facility stand out is how structured and repeatable the process has become. There are 24 precision assembly stages. On top of that, 77 inspection steps check everything before a robot leaves the line. That level of testing matters because reliability has always been a weak spot for humanoid machines. Efficiency also jumped. The company says output improved by more than 50 percent compared to older production methods. Then there is flexibility. The system can switch between robot models without shutting everything down. That means the same factory can serve multiple industries, from automotive to home appliances. This is how you move from cool tech to actual business. The robotics industry has reached a turning point. It is no longer enough to show what a robot can do. Companies now need to prove they can build them at scale. That shift is showing up across the market. Investors are watching production numbers closely. High output signals that a company can move beyond demos and into real deployment. It also shows confidence that there will be actual demand. US TARGETS CHINESE ROBOTS OVER SECURITY FEARS   There is another important change here that is easy to miss. Companies are splitting roles. In this case, Leju Robotics focuses on design and software. Dongfang Precision Science & Technology handles production and scaling. This model looks a lot like how other tech industries evolved. One group builds the brain. Another builds the product at scale. That separation could speed things up across the entire robotics space. Even with all this progress, one big problem remains. Software. Building the body is getting easier. Teaching it how to function in the real world is still difficult. Homes, warehouses and public spaces are unpredictable. Objects vary in shape. Lighting changes. Tasks that seem simple for humans can confuse a machine. Factories can now produce thousands of robots. That does not guarantee those robots will be useful right away. The pressure is shifting toward AI developers to close that gap. This might feel far removed from everyday life. It is not. As production ramps up, costs usually come down. That opens the door for more businesses to adopt humanoid robots. You could start seeing them in warehouses, retail environments or service roles sooner than expected. At the same time, this raises questions about jobs, safety and how comfortable people feel interacting with machines that look and move like humans. The speed of this shift is what stands out. What felt experimental last year is now moving toward mainstream deployment. Take my quiz: How safe is your online security? Think your devices and data are truly protected? Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand. From passwords to Wi-Fi settings, you’ll get a personalized breakdown of what you’re doing right and what needs improvement. Take my Quiz here: Cyberguy.com. ARE ROBOTS COMING TO A MCDONALD’S NEAR YOU?   Humanoid robots are entering a new phase. The conversation is no longer about whether they can be built. It is about how fast they can be produced and where they will actually work. Factories like this one in China are setting the pace. Now the rest of the industry has to keep up. If humanoid robots become common in workplaces, where would you draw the line between helpful automation and going too far?  Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com – trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ddac3fb569bd90862c3a Trump Officials Push Allies to Pursue Antifa and Far Left as Terrorist Threats te 2026-04-09T17:11:08.390Z Trump Officials Push Allies to Pursue Antifa and Far Left as Terrorist Threats The Trump administration aims to deploy counterterrorism tools against far-left groups, even as it has offered little evidence they present a dire threat. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7dd983fb569bd90862c31 5 Takeaways From the U.S. Push Against the Far Left te 2026-04-09T17:10:48.557Z 5 Takeaways From the U.S. Push Against the Far Left The Trump administration has made countering antifa and other far-left groups a counterterrorism priority, despite increasing threats from the Middle East. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7dd7e3fb569bd90862c11 Banshee Tree brings electro-swing sound to Tucson tonight te 2026-04-09T17:10:22.020Z Banshee Tree brings electro-swing sound to Tucson tonight Banshee Tree has spent a decade collecting sounds from jazz cellars in Paris to EDM festivals in California to brass bands in New Orleans, and on April 9, the Boulder-based indie-jazz band brings all of it to the La Rosa stage. The group is touring their sophomore album "Bad Luck" across the country, blending jazz-inspired melodies, hypnotic synthesizers and bluegrass-influenced dance rhythms into a sound that pulls audiences into something entirely their own. Banshee Tree is composed of lead guitarist Thom Lafond, upright bassist Jason Bertone, drummer Michelle Pietrafitta and their newest member, saxophonist Jesse Shauter, who joined two years ago. The Banshees bonded over shared tastes in classic jazz guitar, with legends like Django Reinhardt and Stéphan Grappelli as touchstones, while drawing on diverse musical backgrounds ranging from swing and traditional jazz to experimental indie rock. "I moved out to Colorado and got really into production and synthesising, and started creating tapestries of synthesisers and keyboards, collecting vintage synths and stuff like that," said founding member Lafond. When the group came together a decade ago in Boulder, Colorado, each bandmate brought their own sound to the table and began absorbing the local influences of bluegrass and jam band music, and Banshee Tree was born. "As Banshee Tree formed into what it is now, we wanted to cover all of these bases, we want to be slightly electronic, slightly bluegrass, indie rock, and sort of tie all of those influences together," Lafond said. Banshee Tree's sophomore album "Bad Luck" is the centerpiece of their current national tour, which stops at Tucson's La Rosa on April 9. Courtesy of Banshee Tree. These influences continue to evolve with each new destination and crowd. Shows in New Orleans, California EDM festivals and gigs in Paris have all left their mark on the band's sound. "We've all listened to a lot of records," Bertone said, "but Paris is something that really made me want to refocus my classical jazz background, and when Jessie came into the band, he's also well versed, it all began coming together in a really beautiful way." Immersing themselves in local music scenes became a routine practice, with the band busking alongside locals in New Orleans or falling in with Oregon marching bands between shows. "For me personally, solo-traveling to Brazil made me really hungry for going to a place with a completely different music culture and letting it soak in as much as possible," Lafond said. "It's a travel log." Drawing from such a wide range of influences, Banshee Tree is at home at almost any kind of gig, from bluegrass and EDM festivals to Burning Man-themed events and smaller, intimate venues, all while maintaining their indie-rock framework. Songs range from warm saxophone lines and lush harmonies to heart-racing circus jams, with new sounds woven in and out as the band draws on each musician's background. Every song feels like a piece of musical history captured in the moment. At the La Rosa show, fans can expect songs from the band's self-titled debut as well as their new release "Bad Luck." Sets often move through what the band calls "electro-swing" jams, moments where wild guitar and saxophone improvisations weave playfully through layers of electronica. "It's a dance party where we bring back the 20s and 30s with all the jazz influence, and then we put it over a kind of electronic beat and feel," Lafond said. "We want them to yell and scream and dance and have a great time with their friends." Tickets for the show at La Rosa are still available online or at the door. Ian Davis is a Pima Community College student and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact him at imdavis52023@gmail.com. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7db3c3fb569bd90862b85 US Marine stabbed to death in North Carolina chaotic street brawl, police hunt person of interest te 2026-04-09T17:00:44.778Z US Marine stabbed to death in North Carolina chaotic street brawl, police hunt person of interest A U.S. Marine was stabbed to death during a chaotic downtown brawl in North Carolina early Sunday, and police released surveillance images showing the person of interest sought in connection to the fatal incident. Lance Cpl. Daniel Montano, 21, was one of two men stabbed during the incident in Downtown Wilmington and later died from his injuries, according to the Wilmington Police Department and his family. Officers responded at around 2 a.m. to reports of multiple fights in the 100 block of North Front Street in Wilmington, police said. The area, which is about 70 miles from Camp Lejeune, is a popular destination for Marines stationed at the East Coast’s largest Marine Corps base. Video of the police response that has been circulating online shows officers deploying pepper spray before they encounter Montano, who was standing, bent over and bleeding heavily on a sidewalk. CHARLOTTE LIGHT RAIL MURDER SUSPECT RULED INCOMPETENT TO STAND TRIAL AS HISTORY OF CRAZED CLAIMS TRAILS CASE The video then shows a bystander helping Montano to a fence before he collapsed and tried to render aid as officers approached. Police said the second male stabbing victim initially ran from the scene but officers later found him and applied a tourniquet that helped save his life. Montano was assigned to 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Division at Camp Lejeune, according to his family. His relatives described him as a devoted Marine and a source of light in their lives. "Daniel proudly served as a United States Marine, assigned to 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines Regiment at Camp Lejeune. He was not only dedicated to his country, but also deeply loved by his family. To us, he was more than a Marine — he was a son, a brother, and someone who brought so much light into our lives," his family wrote on a GoFundMe page created to help cover funeral expenses. The Wilmington Police Department said it "extends its condolences to Montano’s family and loved ones during this difficult time." FLORIDA MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER AFTER ALLEGEDLY STABBING WOMAN TO DEATH IN RANDOM ATTACK IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD Investigators are searching for a person of interest seen in surveillance images released by the department. Police described him as an adult Black male with a medium build, wearing a light-colored fleece-lined denim jacket and jeans, a pink shirt and white sneakers with blue and red accents. He was also wearing a dark blue head covering that appeared to be a durag, with long hair visible. Police are asking anyone who was in the downtown area between midnight and 3 a.m. to come forward with information, including photos, videos or surveillance footage. Police in North Carolina have come under scrutiny over their response, and the city’s police chief defended officers’ actions. The video shows officers deploying pepper spray before approaching a bleeding victim during the early morning incident in Wilmington. Wilmington Police Chief Ryan Zuidema said the footage does not reflect everything officers faced. "They have no idea who is who," Zuidema said during a Wednesday media briefing, according to the Wilmington StarNews. "They don’t know who’s a suspect, who’s a victim." Zuidema said the situation was fluid and dangerous, with officers trying to determine whether suspects were still nearby and whether there were more victims. "They’re dealing with trying to assess what’s going on there," he said. The chief added that one officer had been exposed to pepper spray, while another called for gloves before helping the victim, in line with department protocol. Officers also called for emergency medical services at the scene, he said. Authorities have not said what sparked the brawl. Fox News Digital has requested further comment from the Wilmington Police Department. In a separate nearby incident around the same time, a 22-year-old woman was stabbed and hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, police said. Authorities arrested Jazya Muldrow-Green, 20, in connection with that case and charged her with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d7683fb569bd90862ad4 John Grapentin campaigns as write-in candidate for Lake Havasu City mayor te 2026-04-09T16:44:24.666Z John Grapentin campaigns as write-in candidate for Lake Havasu City mayor Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d7543fb569bd90862acb Super Cat Fest West underway at Havasu Riviera Marina te 2026-04-09T16:44:04.972Z Super Cat Fest West underway at Havasu Riviera Marina Super Cat Fest West is already in full swing at Havasu Riviera Marina, with crowds and high-performance boats filling the waterfront as the four-day event continues through the weekend. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d7413fb569bd90862ac2 Arizona leads nation in SNAP caseload drop after HR 1 changes te 2026-04-09T16:43:45.227Z Arizona leads nation in SNAP caseload drop after HR 1 changes PHOENIX -- A higher percentage of Arizonans have been knocked off food stamps since Congress approved HR 1 than any other state in the nation, according to a new study. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d72d3fb569bd90862ab9 Judge allows Arizona prosecution of online betting site Kalshi to proceed te 2026-04-09T16:43:25.255Z Judge allows Arizona prosecution of online betting site Kalshi to proceed PHOENIX -- A federal judge is refusing to block the state of Arizona from prosecuting an online gambling site for violating state gaming laws. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d7193fb569bd90862ab0 West Coast may be in path of a 'super' El Niño. It could bring rain, floods, coastal erosion te 2026-04-09T16:43:05.304Z West Coast may be in path of a 'super' El Niño. It could bring rain, floods, coastal erosion LOS ANGELES — You're going to hear a lot about El Niño this year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d7053fb569bd90862aa7 A cracked heat shield rattled NASA after Artemis I. Now, Artemis II will put the fix to the test te 2026-04-09T16:42:45.482Z A cracked heat shield rattled NASA after Artemis I. Now, Artemis II will put the fix to the test EDWARDS, Calif. — The Artemis II astronauts are scheduled to return Friday from their trip to the moon. When they do, they will slam into Earth's atmosphere at over 32 times the speed of sound — and will do so… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d6f13fb569bd90862a9e Pam Bondi will not appear at a House deposition over Epstein files te 2026-04-09T16:42:25.711Z Pam Bondi will not appear at a House deposition over Epstein files WASHINGTON — Pam Bondi will not appear for her scheduled deposition next week as part of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s investigation of deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a panel spokesperson said Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d6dd3fb569bd90862a8c Ancient flea-borne disease makes comeback in California. What’s typhus? te 2026-04-09T16:42:05.775Z Ancient flea-borne disease makes comeback in California. What’s typhus? Cases of flea-borne typhus have hit an “all-time high” in a California county, according to public health officials. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d6c93fb569bd90862a83 Court releases secret warrants that Riverside sheriff who's running for California governor used to seize over 650,000 ballots te 2026-04-09T16:41:45.574Z Court releases secret warrants that Riverside sheriff who's running for California governor used to seize over 650,000 ballots LOS ANGELES — Secret warrants obtained by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department to seize more than 650,000 ballots in a controversial investigation of election fraud allegations were made public Wednesday, raising new questions about whether the probe was based on… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d6b53fb569bd90862a7a Trump to make return visit to Nevada next week te 2026-04-09T16:41:25.626Z Trump to make return visit to Nevada next week LAS VEGAS —President Donald Trump will return to Nevada next week to promote his administration’s tax policies, according to the White House. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d69e3fb569bd90862a4e Judge describes illegal immigrant burglary crew's cross country operation as 'Ocean's Eleven-style conduct' te 2026-04-09T16:41:02.682Z Judge describes illegal immigrant burglary crew's cross country operation as 'Ocean's Eleven-style conduct' A sophisticated burglary ring tracked their victims with GPS, cut the power and slipped into darkened homes, leaving behind a trail of slashed mattresses and scattered valuables across the country that a judge called "bone-chilling" — all while in the U.S. illegally. Six members of the seven-person crew, all of whom are illegal immigrants, each received sentences that exceeded the recommendation for ordinary theft offenses due to the nature of the large-scale operation, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Michigan said in a news release on Thursday. The final member remains at large. John Sebastian Quintero-Herrera, a 29-year-old Colombian national and the leader of the crew, was handed down a sentence of 70 months after pleading guilty to interstate transportation of stolen property. U.S. District Judge Jane M. Beckering described their sophisticated operation as "Ocean’s Eleven-style conduct" while being "downright cruel" and producing a "bone-chilling" effect on homeowners. ORGANIZED SOUTH AMERICAN CRIME GROUP BURGLARIZES OVER 60 HIGH-END HOUSTON-AREA HOMES TARGETING DESIGNER GOODS Quintero-Herrera and his crew hit at least 20 homes across the country, a case that U.S. Attorney Timothy VerHey cited as "another example of why we are so alarmed by illegal immigration into the United States." "When these people sneaked into our country, they weren’t looking for a chance to get a job," VerHey said. "Their idea of a better life was to set up a burglary operation targeting the homes of people all over the United States." The group focused on small business owners believed to keep large amounts of cash or valuables at home. Investigators said the suspects conducted extensive surveillance, using GPS trackers to monitor victims’ movements and cameras to watch their residences. DHS ARRESTS 5 ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS CONVICTED OF VIOLENT CRIMES INCLUDING MANSLAUGHTER, CHILD ASSAULT Once targets were identified, prosecutors said the group broke into homes, sometimes cutting power beforehand before ransacking them. Authorities said they stole cash, jewelry, luxury handbags and shoes, family heirlooms, and personal documents such as passports and mortgage records. Homes were often left in severe disarray, with belongings scattered and mattresses slashed, according to prosecutors. Officials said the suspects spent the stolen money on drugs, nightlife and lavish travel. "These professional burglars made over $1,500,000 breaking into people’s homes, but perhaps the most precious thing they stole from their victims was their sense of security and safety," VerHey said. The five other members of the crew who have pleaded guilty and been sentenced include: Iesua Ramirez-Perez, 26; Ivan Chaparro-Perez, 31; William Villarraga-Joya, 33; Paul Mendoza-Arevalo, 39; and Wendy Acosta-Arevalo, 31. Ramirez-Perez, Chaparro-Perez and Mendoza-Arevalo were each convicted of conspiracy to transport stolen property, each receiving a sentence of 39 months, 42 months and 48 months, respectively. Villarraga-Joya and Acosta-Arevalo were each convicted of interstate transportation of stolen property, and were sentenced to 90 months and 24 months, respectively. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d6743fb569bd90862a1e Protesters say Ciscomani keeps constituents at a distance te 2026-04-09T16:40:20.586Z Protesters say Ciscomani keeps constituents at a distance Every Saturday morning for more than a year, constituents have gathered outside Rep. Juan Ciscomani's Tucson office to protest, and each week, they say, the office finds new ways to keep them at a distance. Ciscomani represents Arizona's 6th Congressional District, which covers parts of Tucson, the Santa Cruz Valley and stretches east to the New Mexico border. "There have been a lot of changes," said organizer Carol Evans. According to protesters, Ciscomani's Tucson office has steadily scaled back public interaction, first by closing its doors on Saturdays and limiting public comment to written letters, then by banning protesters from the office parking lot. Most recently, the office removed nearby bushes and flowers to install a small black fence, creating a clear boundary between private and public property. Ciscomani's office did not respond to Tucson Spotlight's request for comment. Rep. Juan Ciscomani's Tucson office, which serves Arizona's 6th Congressional District, has been the site of weekly protests for more than a year. Topacio "Topaz" Servellon / Tucson Spotlight. Evans said the building manager once met them with a large security presence, though relations between the office and protesters have remained cordial with no signs of escalation. "I'm a rules follower," Evans said, calling Ciscomani "the Southern Arizona representative for the Trump administration." Evans said she and other protesters would consider supporting Ciscomani if he pursued policies important to his constituents, but many feel he votes strictly along party lines. Ciscomani has voted with his party to cut Affordable Care Act subsidies and supported the "Big Beautiful Bill." He has also declined to hold town halls, though that reluctance is not unique. House Speaker Mike Johnson advised Republicans against holding them. Protesters Peggy Owens and Cliff Colgan were outside Ciscomani's office at a recent protest, saying they fear for the governmental process and are concerned about their representation at the national level. Owens said Ciscomani spurred her to become an activist. Until recently, she had never attended a protest or considered herself a political activist. "He's firmly in Trump's pocket," Owens said. Ciscomani will likely face Democratic candidate JoAnna Mendoza in the general election, a retired Marine Corps gunnery sergeant. Quentin Agnello is a University of Arizona alum and freelance journalist in Tucson. Contact him at qsagnello@gmail.com. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d46f3fb569bd908629d4 Miner rescued alive after spending nearly 2 weeks trapped underground in flooded area te 2026-04-09T16:31:43.032Z Miner rescued alive after spending nearly 2 weeks trapped underground in flooded area A miner in Mexico was saved in an "astonishing rescue" after spending nearly two weeks trapped underground, officials said.  A dam breach caused by a structural failure flooded the El Rosario mine in the northern Mexican state of Sinaloa on March 25, trapping Francisco Zapata Nájera and three co-workers. Zapata Nájera was located on Tuesday by divers, but the rescue teams were unable to reach him through heavily flooded areas until 21 hours later.  "The exceptional members of the Mexican Army's Emergency Response Battalion, along with the faith and resilience of a miner, made this astonishing rescue possible after 13 days," Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum wrote on X. "I'm certain that all Mexicans, every one of us, hold you in our hearts."  Of the 25 miners present during the accident, 21 escaped immediately. Five days later, rescuers pulled one survivor from a depth of 985 feet. AMERICAN SKIERS RESCUED AFTER GETTING LOST NEAR OLYMPIC VENUE IN THE ITALIAN ALPS Sheinbaum confirmed that another miner has been found dead and one more is still missing.  In a video released Wednesday, clapping could be heard from a crowd that gathered as Zapata Nájera was removed from the mine, seeing daylight for the first time this month.  CREWS RESCUE TEEN FROM 50-FOOT DEEP CALIFORNIA MINESHAFT His condition was stabilized and he was sent in a Mexican Air Force helicopter to a hospital in Mazatlán, where he will be treated by specialists, officials said.  Mexico's deadliest mining accident took place in February 2006 at the Pasta de Conchos mine in Coahuila, where an explosion killed 65 workers. In August 2022, 10 miners died when the El Pinabete coal mine in Coahuila flooded.  The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d45b3fb569bd908629cb Jean Smart admits she mistook serious symptoms for being in ‘crappy shape’ before emergency heart surgery te 2026-04-09T16:31:23.495Z Jean Smart admits she mistook serious symptoms for being in ‘crappy shape’ before emergency heart surgery Jean Smart ignored the early warning signs of her heart problems — until doctors told her the situation was critical. The Emmy-winning actress, 74, is now revealing she underwent emergency triple-bypass surgery after brushing off what she thought was simple fatigue. "I had gotten used to feeling a little pressure, like if I’d go up a couple of flights of stairs. But it would always just go away," Smart told Variety. 'THE JEFFERSONS' STAR MARLA GIBBS REVEALS SHE BEAT BRAIN ANEURYSM THAT 'MOST PEOPLE DO NOT SURVIVE' She added, "And I would always think, ‘Jean, you’re in such crappy shape.’ It didn’t ever occur to me that it might be anything other than the fact that I needed to exercise more." Smart recalled feeling off while shooting an episode of "Hacks," where the set was on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. The physically demanding scene included a keg stand at a frat party. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "After several takes, I was like, ‘Did you get it? Was that enough?’ I was feeling a little tired. But I didn’t think anything of it." Despite the symptoms, Smart continued pushing through — until a sobering realization shifted her perspective. Her husband of nearly 35 years, Richard Gilliland, died in 2021, and considering that, she decided to be more proactive about her health. "I thought, ‘You haven't seen your cardiologist in a long time. Don't be stupid. Your kids just lost their dad!' So I left her a message, since it was after hours. I said, ‘I know I probably can't get in to see you this week, but maybe I should do a stress test or something.' Her service called back instantly and said, 'Yeah, you're going to go to the nearest emergency room right now!'" Smart didn’t immediately rush off set. She shared that she waited until she finished wrapping a scene, and as soon as she got into her car, she told her driver, "'Flag on the play. We're not going back home. We're going to the hospital.'" EMMY WINNER JEAN SMART PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE HUSBAND RICHARD GILLILAND IN SPEECH "Hacks" co-creator and co-star Paul W. Downs happened to be at the same hospital — and witnessed the moment everything changed. He told Variety, "I was there with her as she was talking to surgeons and hearing them say, ‘You can't get a stent. You have to get a triple bypass.'" Looking back, Smart admitted the emotional weight of the experience didn’t fully hit her until after the surgery. "I wasn't really scared until I woke up the next day, and I'm thinking about what they had to do," she said. "You start to feel so fragile." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER At the time, both HBO Max and Universal Television shared minimal details, confirming only that Smart had undergone a "heart procedure." In February 2023, she shared a health update on social media. "February is American Heart Month – a time when the nation spotlights heart health, so it feels important to share with all of you that I am recovering from a recent successful heart procedure," the "Hacks" star wrote on Instagram. "I am fortunate to have excellent care and support from family and friends while I continue to recuperate." The actress added, "Please listen to your body and talk to your doctor – I’m very glad I did!" In a joint statement, HBO Max and Universal Television said, "We are so happy that our beloved Jean Smart’s heart procedure was successful and she’s on the mend. HBO Max and UTV send their well wishes." Smart didn’t give any specifics about her procedure at the time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d4473fb569bd908629c2 Tiger Woods' former caddie makes bold Masters claim about famed golfer: 'Wouldn't put anything past the guy' te 2026-04-09T16:31:03.896Z Tiger Woods' former caddie makes bold Masters claim about famed golfer: 'Wouldn't put anything past the guy' Tiger Woods may be down, but his former right-hand man does not believe he is out. Joe LaCava was Woods' caddie when he broke his 11-year major drought and miraculously won the 2019 Masters, his first green jacket since 2005. Woods is now 50, and in recent memory, his performances on the course have been plenty to forget. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM But LaCava, now on Patrick Cantlay's bag, is not putting "anything" past the 15-time major champion, who certainly has a flair for the dramatic. "He’s got anything in him, and he’s proven that. But yeah, that’s the hope for me. He’s done everything, right?" LaCava told The Athletic when asked if he could one day again contend at Augusta. LISTEN TO CRIME & JUSTICE PODCAST ON TIGER WOODS "He’s going to be 50-plus, I get it. But I wouldn’t put anything past the guy. So I’d never write him off." LaCava said he has not reached out to Woods since his DUI arrest, instead "leaving him alone and letting him figure it out for himself." "He’s got to help himself, which is what I’m hoping he’ll do. But I have not made any contact with him ..." LaCava said. JACK NICKLAUS AND GARY PLAYER RALLY BEHIND TIGER WOODS AS HE SEEKS TREATMENT AFTER DUI ARREST "He’s got enough people probably texting him and hounding him, right? I don’t need to bother him. I care greatly about him. I’m not p----d at him. He knows that. He knows that I care deeply about him. He’s got enough stuff going on, so I’m sure we’ll communicate once he’s back home. I’m assuming he doesn’t have access to his phone anyway." In 14 majors since his last victory, he has failed to muster a top 20 finish. It’s his longest such streak since failing to finish in the top 20 in the first six majors of his career in 1995 and 1996. In his last 26 majors, he has only four top 20 finishes. Since finishing tied for ninth at the 2020 Farmers Insurance Open, his best finish in his 18 official events since then has been a tie for 37th at the 2020 PGA Championship. He has not competed since 2024, when he competed in just five events — the Genesis Invitational and the four majors. He withdrew from the Genesis, finished dead last in the Masters and missed the cut in the other majors. Woods ruptured his Achilles last year just before the Masters, returning from the injury in the The Golf League championship just four days before his arrest. 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/69d7d4203fb569bd908629af David B. Cornstein, Envoy Who Built U.S. Ties to Orban, Dies at 87 te 2026-04-09T16:30:24.105Z David B. Cornstein, Envoy Who Built U.S. Ties to Orban, Dies at 87 A former jewelry-counter magnate, he served in Hungary under his friend President Trump, strengthening relations between the two countries as Orban tilted rightward. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d2593fb569bd90862968 ‘From a young freshman’ to playing in the Masters: Laopakdee debuts at Augusta te 2026-04-09T16:22:49.332Z ‘From a young freshman’ to playing in the Masters: Laopakdee debuts at Augusta PHOENIX – Zero cuts made. Zero earnings. Zero events played. These stats appear on Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee’s official PGA Tour player profile as he prepares for his debut Thursday at the 90th edition of the Masters at Augusta National in Georgia. “My locker is between Tiger (Woods) and Bryson (DeChambeau). That’s a lot to soak in,” Laopakdee said. “I definitely took a picture of that.” The Arizona State junior, 21, did not land here by accident. Laopakdee earned his spot by winning the 2025 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Dubai last October, pulling off a surgical 6-shot comeback in his final round. Now, he is set to become the first Thai amateur to play in Masters history.   This will not be Laopakdee’s first time representing Thailand. At the 2025 Southeast Asian Games, he beat the field by 11 strokes and earned the individual gold medal for his country. Now Fifa’s calm, collected approach has lifted him to golf’s biggest stage. He plans to embrace the inevitable pressure and focus on enjoying the present. “Everyone is always going to feel nervous on the first tee, even the best player in the world. That’s what you train for,” Laopakdee said. “I’m just going to embrace it. I’m not trying to think too much and just go out there and have fun.” Laopakdee is not the only one in this year’s field with ASU ties. Arizona State alumnus and 2023 Masters champion Jon Rahm is making his 10th appearance at Augusta National. This connection is proving to be extra beneficial this weekend for Laopakdee. “I played with Jon Rahm at the start of January,” Laopakdee said. “It’s been an honor to have those kinds of guys in town. They’re happy to answer all my questions, all my concerns and give me all the tips and other strategies to use this week.” ASU men’s golf coach Matt Thurmond is also accompanying Laopakdee on the trip to Augusta.  Thurmond is in his 10th season at Arizona State. Not only has he watched other ASU players experience this tournament in previous years, He has watched Laopakdee since the start of his time at ASU.  “Fifa came as a great player already, and that showed from the start,” Thurmond said. “But I think what we see now is he can compete in all circumstances, on all types of courses, at all levels.” Thurmond pointed to the Desimone Invitational earlier this season, where Laopakdee won, as a benchmark moment of his development. He said the difficult, windy conditions were something Laopakdee would have struggled with two years ago.  “He rose to the occasion, and now he’s here – from a young freshman just a couple years ago to playing in the Masters,” Thurmond said.  Laopakdee and Thurmond will miss the annual Arizona State Thunderbird Collegiate this weekend. Still, the team remains supportive and held their annual Masters draft over Zoom.  “I was very disappointed that nobody took Fifa in the first two rounds,” Thurmond quipped. “So I got to take him in the third.”  Thurmond believes Laopakdee’s key to success is a strong start and adjusting to Augusta National’s difficult greens. Apart from golf, Thurmond added that simply playing in the Masters is a significant accomplishment for Laopakdee and his family, regardless of outcome.  “I was talking with his coach in Thailand a couple of days ago,” Thurmond said. “His coach said, ‘We used to putt on the putting green and imagine we were playing at the Masters. Now we’re actually here.’ So it’s fun to see him enjoy it.”  Laopakdee is guaranteed at least 36-holes of fun in Georgia as his first two rounds will be played alongside 1992 Masters champion Fred Couples and world No. 25 ranked Min Woo Lee. They are tentatively scheduled to tee off at 9:15 a.m. MST Thursday and 5:50 a.m MST Friday. Last year after two rounds, the cut line was 2-over-par. Should Laopakdee finish his second round at even par, history shows that should be enough for him to play through the weekend. Laopakdee has proven numerous times in his young career that he is capable of scoring low, winning three collegiate and two amateur level tournaments in the past two years.  If his momentum from the collegiate level carries over to Augusta, Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee could be a name to remember come Sunday night. For now, reality sets in for the kid who grew up dreaming of this moment. The post ‘From a young freshman’ to playing in the Masters: Laopakdee debuts at Augusta appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d2413fb569bd90862942 Attorney General Mayes sparks turf war with Arizona Corporation Commission te 2026-04-09T16:22:25.897Z Attorney General Mayes sparks turf war with Arizona Corporation Commission Key Points: Attorney General Kris Mayes is challenging several recent Corporation Commission decisions Commissioners say Mayes is infringing on their authority to set utility rates The battle is likely to head to court as Mayes looks to reverse several policy and rate decisions Attorney General Kris Mayes is challenging several recent Arizona Corporation Commission decisions, sparking frustration from a body often considered Arizona’s fourth branch of government.  In the month of March alone, Mayes’ office filed three rehearing requests in three separate commission matters, accusing commissioners of violating state law, ignoring the commission’s own rules or acting contrary to the best interests of utility customers. Mayes’ office has also filed a lawsuit over the commission’s approval of a controversial data center contract and is intervening in two rate cases involving Arizona Public Service and Tucson Electric Power. The commission has the exclusive, constitutionally-granted authority to set rates for the state’s public utility companies. Its general counsel, Tom Van Flein, took issue with Mayes’ assertions that recent commission decisions violated any laws.  “The Commission takes each complaint or application for rehearing seriously. However, policy disputes are not the same as legal error,” Van Flein said in a statement. “The Commission follows the statutes, the Constitution and relevant case law giving it guidance. Policy disputes are not to be resolved in court or even in a rehearing.”  Commission Chair Nick Myers took it one step further and accused Mayes, herself a former commissioner, of wading into the commission’s jurisdiction to score points for her reelection campaign. Myers is also up for reelection this year, alongside fellow Republican Commissioner Kevin Thompson.  “(Mayes) needs to get her name out there, and she’s using the office and using these goofy lawsuits to get her name in the public eye for campaign purposes,” Myers told the Arizona Capitol Times.  Mayes’ communications director Richie Taylor defended the attorney general’s foray into ACC issues in a statement, noting that her office is charged with protecting Arizona consumers. “When the commission springs 154% utility rate increases on senior citizens, or gives sweetheart deals to data center operators, AG Mayes is going to stand in their way,” Taylor said. “Chairman Myers should focus on fulfilling the constitutional obligations of the Commission on behalf of Arizonans so the Attorney General doesn’t have to step in and do it for them.”  Former Democratic Attorney General Terry Goddard, who served in the role at the same time Mayes served on the commission in the early 2000s, told the Arizona Capitol Times that his office did not intervene in ACC matters. “But I think that’s because the commission was doing its job,” Goddard said. “I didn’t see any reason for us to get involved, (the Residential Utility Consumer Office) was, as far as I could tell, advocating for consumers and we didn’t have the same environment that AG Mayes does.”  Currently, the commission is made up of five Republican members. Without a single Democratic commissioner, many decisions are made unanimously and tend to favor conservative energy priorities, like promoting coal and natural gas generation and ending “Green New Deal” policies. The tension between Mayes and the ACC has been simmering for months, with tempers flaring in August as the commission was in the process of repealing its Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff Rules. The rules — which required the state’s major utility companies to get 15% of their energy from renewable sources like solar and wind — were originally adopted by the ACC in 2006, when Mayes was serving as a Republican commissioner. Mayes called the repeal “silly and ridiculous” which led Thompson, then the commission’s chair, to take a jab at her during an August 26, 2025, hearing on natural gas plants. He facetiously referred to Mayes as the “sixth commissioner” for her public opposition to the REST rules repeal. The commission voted unanimously to repeal the rules on March 5 and Mayes’ office filed an application for rehearing on March 30, arguing the ACC violated its own rulemaking process by finalizing the repeal before a required economic impact statement was completed. Myers told the Arizona Capitol Times that he believes Mayes has a more personal reason to oppose the REST rules repeal. “The policies haven’t worked as well as she wanted them to, or she claimed they would, and we got rid of them and now maybe it seems like a personal attack on her,” Myers said. “I don’t know, but that’s my gut feeling on that.” The day after filing an application for rehearing in the REST rules docket, Mayes’ office filed another rehearing application in a rate case for two water and wastewater companies serving the Robson Ranch retirement community near Eloy. While commissioners grew irritated, residents in the area celebrated.  “We were pleasantly surprised about the AG’s office involvement,” said Raul Salmon, the leader of a local task force formed to oppose the rate increase. “I mean, the AG’s filing, if you just read it, it vindicates what we’ve been arguing all along.” Mayes argued the ACC erred in approving a 22% rate increase for water and 154% increase for wastewater for the Picacho Water and Picacho Sewer Companies because commissioners did not adequately consider the impact on ratepayers and did not review documents related to a stock sale of the utilities to JW Water.  “I think it is the kind of thing that just cries out for reexamination by another party,” Goddard said. “The commission seems to be granting the big increases fairly willingly, and I think that’s a bad standard.” Thompson and Commissioner Lea Márquez Peterson voted against the rate increase, which could open the door for a potential rehearing, though the commission has yet to act on Mayes’ request.  Mayes also requested a rehearing on the commission’s approval of a formula rate structure for UNS Gas, allowing the company to adjust customer rates annually rather than going through the typical rate case process every few years. Mayes’ office opposed the commission’s adoption of a formula rate policy statement in 2024, arguing the commission should have engaged in a rulemaking process to implement the policy.  If the commission does not agree to take up any of the applications for rehearing, Mayes can take the issue to court. That’s exactly what she did in the case of Tucson Electric Power’s energy supply agreement with the developers behind a controversial data center project dubbed “Project Blue.” The commission approved the contract between TEP and Beale Infrastructure Group in December and Mayes filed suit in Maricopa County Superior Court in November, alleging the agreement allows TEP and Beale to adjust an agreed upon rate schedule for electricity service without review by the commission. Mayes’ office argues that the commission violated its own constitutional ratemaking authority by approving that contract provision.  The Attorney General’s Office has also been vocally opposed to 14% rate increases requested by both Arizona Public Service and Tucson Electric Power. Mayes’ staff attorneys have argued in filings to the commission that those rate increases could be slashed to 3% and 4% respectively, and in statements, Mayes has said approving anything more would be a rubberstamp of corporate greed.  Those rate cases are ongoing, and a final decision isn’t expected until later this year. In the meantime, commissioners say Mayes’ efforts will not only fail, but will actually increase utility costs for customers by creating regulatory uncertainty and by filing lawsuits that taxpayers are footing the bill for.  “As a candidate, as well as a commissioner, I am disgusted to see her doing all of this, knowing full well that there’s not a whole lot of legal (weight) to any of it,” Myers said.  The post Attorney General Mayes sparks turf war with Arizona Corporation Commission first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d2193fb569bd9086291e Dem governor says 'something genuinely wrong with' Trump, urges removal from office for 'national security' te 2026-04-09T16:21:45.959Z Dem governor says 'something genuinely wrong with' Trump, urges removal from office for 'national security' Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat who is seeking election to a third term, is again calling for the ouster of President Donald Trump via the 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. "President Trump threatened to wipe out an entire civilization. Let's be honest: There is something genuinely wrong with this man, and the 25th Amendment must be invoked before it's too late," Pritzker declared in a video posted to X on Wednesday. "For the sake of our national security, Donald Trump needs to go now," he added. PRITZKER CALLS ON TRUMP OFFICIALS TO TESTIFY OVER ICE CRACKDOWN, WHITE HOUSE BLASTS MOVE AS 'POLITICAL STUNT' Pritzker previously called for use of the 25th Amendment earlier this week after Trump issued a controversial Tuesday Truth Social post in which he threatened that an entire "civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again." "This is not foreign policy, it’s a deranged mad man threatening to wipe out an entire country. It's past time. The 25th Amendment must be invoked," the governor asserted in a post on X. Later that day, Pritzker pointed out that he had also urged use of the 25th Amendment months ago. TRUMP'S THREAT TO END IRANIAN 'CIVILIZATION' SPARKS UPROAR ON CAPITOL HILL "I've been saying it for months: Donald Trump needs to go," Pritzker wrote in a post on X that featured a video clip of him calling for the use of the 25th Amendment last year. In part of that 2025 video clip, the governor said of Trump, "There is something genuinely wrong with this man, and the 25th Amendment ought to be invoked." Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment on Thursday. AOC DOUBLES DOWN ON CALL FOR TRUMP'S OUSTER EVEN AFTER CEASEFIRE ANNOUNCEMENT Trump ultimately announced a ceasefire on Tuesday evening, agreeing to stop any attacks for two weeks. But that has not stopped some Democrats, like Pritzker, from advocating for the president to be booted from office. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d2063fb569bd90862915 Kevin Hart caddies for Bryson DeChambeau in Augusta National debut, delivering hilarious Par 3 Contest moments te 2026-04-09T16:21:26.126Z Kevin Hart caddies for Bryson DeChambeau in Augusta National debut, delivering hilarious Par 3 Contest moments Kevin Hart said he's been bitten by the golf bug. The award-winning actor and comedian make his debut at the historic Augusta National Golf Club on Wednesday for the annual Par 3 contest. Held annually on the eve of the Masters, the contest draws competitors’ families — and occasionally celebrities like Hart — for a rare chance to caddie or even take a swing on the prestigious course. This year Hart served as two-time U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau's caddie. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM While the pairing of a native Texan and golf pro's with a Hollywood star may have seemed unlikley, the duo appeared to quickly form a connection at Augusta, with DeChambeau offering Hart some tips on the course. When asked by ESPN about his goal for the day, Hart made it clear that he wanted "to be the best caddie that's every caddied." GOLFERS REACT TO TIGER WOODS' ABSENCE AT AUGUSTA NATIONAL DURING MASTERS WEEK: 'IT'S UNFORTUNATE' "I am not Kevin Hart the global superstar today. Please get that out of your mental. Not the movie star, the standup comedian that everybody knows around the world. Throw it in the bag. Today, I am Bryson's caddie." DeChambeau then revealed he first met Hart while the comedian was diving deeper into golf — a connection that eventually landed them as teammates at one of the sport’s most iconic courses. "We filmed a video a couple of months ago called ‘Caddie Talk,’ just Kevin and me, as he was getting into golf. I said, ‘Let’s do something fun together,’ so I showed him around the course. He turned into a pretty good caddie — and now he’s got the job here at the Par 3 Contest." But Hart ended up doing more than what is typical of a caddie on Wednesday. When he arrived at the No. 9 hole, the comedian grabbed one of DeChambeau’s irons, stepped up to the ball and boasted he would need just one shot. "I was built for this," Hart declared. However, he wound up swinging and the ball falling into the water. The broadcaster gave Hart a slight reprieve pointing to the actor's lack of golf experience and the difficulty of making a good swing while wearing caddie attire. "That's alright, he just started golf seven months ago, golf's a tough game," the announcer noted. "I will give him the benefit of the doubt, it is kind of tough to swing in the caddie suit (and) with no glove." 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/69d7d1f23fb569bd9086290c GOP lawmaker introduces bill to strip asylum from fraudsters who vacation in countries they 'fled' te 2026-04-09T16:21:06.616Z GOP lawmaker introduces bill to strip asylum from fraudsters who vacation in countries they 'fled' EXCLUSIVE: A top Republican moved Thursday to block asylum claims from foreigners who return to their home countries, introducing legislation after family members of deceased Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Gen. Qassem Soleimani were found to be living in Los Angeles. Soleimani’s niece, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, and her daughter were arrested by ICE last weekend, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Afshar’s "outspoken support [for] the Iranian regime" and DHS reporting that her 2019 asylum claim was fraudulent, due in part to several trips back to the country she purported to flee. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., who is also running for the GOP nomination for governor of the Badger State, echoed DHS’ characterization of Afshar’s asylum claim as fraudulent in introducing the SAFER Act, or the "Stopping Asylum Fraudsters Enforcement and Removal Act." Tiffany said the bill ensures the federal asylum system is reserved only for foreigners with legitimate claims of persecution. GOP WHIP: ‘AMERICA-HATING TERRORISTS’ SHOULD LOSE CITIZENSHIP UNDER SCAM ACT The secretary of Homeland Security and the attorney general would be prohibited from granting asylum to anyone who returns to their home country, while also being empowered to terminate asylum status and denaturalize asylees who voluntarily return while living in the U.S. "If someone claims they are fleeing danger and seeking asylum in the U.S., they should not be turning around and vacationing in the very country they said they had to escape," Tiffany told Fox News Digital. "Those who are truly fleeing danger don’t book round-trip tickets back to it." Afshar was granted asylum in 2019 during the first Trump administration and was later given a Green Card by the Biden administration, despite returning to Iran at least four times in the interim. Under the bill, an asylee could legally return to their home country without risk of federal consequences only if the State Department certifies that a legitimate transfer of power has occurred and the original threat prompting that person’s asylum claim has been resolved. FAMILIES OF IRAN'S ELITE LIVE LAVISHLY ABROAD WHILE ORDINARY CITIZENS SUFFER AT HOME In the case that a migrant or asylee has no nationality, their claim will be analyzed based on their most recent "habitual residence." "The SAFER Act stops asylum fraudsters from exploiting the system and ensures they are removed from the United States," Tiffany said. Earlier this month, the State Department terminated the legal status of Fatemeh Ardeshir-Larijani, the daughter of a former senior Iranian official, and her husband. Both are no longer in the U.S. and are barred from reentry. Fox News Digital’s Sophia Compton contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7d1de3fb569bd90862903 Former top MLB pick Mickey Moniak makes bold sacrifice claim as Rockies seek to snap yearslong playoff drought te 2026-04-09T16:20:46.916Z Former top MLB pick Mickey Moniak makes bold sacrifice claim as Rockies seek to snap yearslong playoff drought The Colorado Rockies finished with the MLB's worst record in 2025. The team fell to 2-5 early in the 2026 season after a 10-1 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. The franchise has never won an NL West title or a World Series. The Rockies haven’t reached the postseason since 2018, when they clinched a wild-card berth. Complicating any hopes of a turnaround, the Rockies compete in a division with the back-to-back World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite the odds stacked against them, one of the Rockies’ emerging stars said he is eager to turn things around in Colorado and end the team’s playoff drought. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Mickey Moniak, the No. 1 pick in the 2016 MLB Draft, said he would go as far as amputating a body part if it guaranteed the Rockies advanced to the postseason. 'I'M READY FOR THIS': PIRATES PROSPECT KONNOR GRIFFIN READY FOR MLB DEBUT The Colorado outfielder was sidelined for six of the Rockies’ first seven games this season with a sprained right ring finger. But if the team were in position for a playoff push, his availability likely would have been different. "Oh, I would have cut it off," Moniak told reporters. Moniak debuted with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2020 before being traded to the Los Angeles Angels in 2022. After appearing in 124 games in 2024, he signed with the Rockies the following year. He had a standout 2025 campaign, hitting a career-best 24 home runs and recording 68 RBIs. Moniak also stole nine bases. The Rockies completed a three-game sweep of the Houston Astros on Wednesday, moving to 6-6 early in the 2026 season. 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/69d7cf873fb569bd90862886 Supreme Court Secrecy Includes Reasons for Recusal te 2026-04-09T16:10:47.742Z Supreme Court Secrecy Includes Reasons for Recusal Echoes of unexplained emergency orders in justices’ failures to say why they disqualified themselves from hearing cases. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7cf6c3fb569bd90862866 Veterana JoAnna Mendoza reta a Ciscomani en AZ-6 te 2026-04-09T16:10:20.612Z Veterana JoAnna Mendoza reta a Ciscomani en AZ-6 Leer en inglés JoAnna Mendoza, una veterana del Cuerpo de Marines que lideró misiones de combate en Irak y Afganistán, ha puesto ahora su mira en un tipo de lucha diferente: desbancar a un republicano en el cargo en el 6.º Distrito Congresional de Arizona. Mendoza, una demócrata, es nativa de Arizona y se alistó en el ejército a los 17 años. Sirvió como sargento instructor y sargento de artillería en el Cuerpo de Marines, y lideró tropas durante misiones de combate en el Medio Oriente. Ha recibido el respaldo de la exrepresentante federal Gabrielle Giffords y, recientemente, recibió un reconocimiento de la alcaldesa de Tucson, Regina Romero, durante una reunión celebrada en Red Rock sobre la prevención de la violencia armada. "Nos sentimos muy optimistas respecto a la posición en la que nos encontramos en la campaña,” declaró Mendoza al Foco de Tucson. Mendoza ha superado a sus oponentes en las primarias en cuanto a recaudación de fondos y es considerada, por amplia mayoría, como la favorita dentro del grupo de candidatos demócratas, el cual incluye también a Andrew Becerra, David Bellows, Chris Donat, Victor Longoria, Miguel Olivas, Lori Reid, Benny Rodriguez y Jason Stanhibel. El ganador de las elecciones primarias del 21 de julio se enfrentará en noviembre al actual representante republicano, Juan Ciscomani. Ciscomani ganó su contienda electoral de 2024 frente a la demócrata Kirsten Engel por un margen del 2.5 %, lo que convierte a este distrito en uno de los más competitivos del estado. Mendoza superó a Ciscomani en recaudación de fondos durante el tercer trimestre de 2025, obteniendo aproximadamente $669,000 frente a los $458,702 de su oponente, si bien este último mantiene la ventaja en términos de efectivo disponible total. JoAnna Mendoza conversa con un votante mientras este firma su petición para aparecer en la boleta electoral. Su campaña se centra en temas como la atención médica, los beneficios para veteranos y la asequibilidad de la vivienda. Cortesía de JoAnna Mendoza. Mendoza afirma que los electores del distrito desean un representante accesible, y que Ciscomani se ha negado a celebrar asambleas públicas con los habitantes de Arizona. Esta reticencia no es exclusiva de Ciscomani: el presidente de la Cámara de Representantes, Mike Johnson, ha aconsejado a los republicanos que no celebren asambleas públicas, y las pocas que sí se han llevado a cabo han provocado abucheos por parte de los electores. Más allá de la accesibilidad, Mendoza señaló que la asequibilidad económica es también una de las principales preocupaciones de los residentes del distrito. “Algunas personas están a un solo cheque de sueldo de ser desalojadas,” afirmó. “Y ahora, con la guerra en Irán, ya se está produciendo un aumento en los precios de la gasolina.” El conflicto en Irán ha suscitado un intenso debate a nivel nacional, y Mendoza ha sido inequívoca en su condena a las acciones de la administración. Al igual que muchos veteranos de la Guerra del Golfo, de Irak y de Afganistán, ella sostiene que Estados Unidos no debería verse arrastrado a otro conflicto prolongado en el Medio Oriente. Mendoza declaró que, de ser elegida, se centrará en las necesidades de atención médica de los ciudadanos y los veteranos comunes, señalando que Ciscomani votó recientemente en contra de prorrogar los subsidios de la Ley de Cuidado de Salud Asequible (Affordable Care Act), lo que provocó que muchos habitantes de Arizona perdieran su cobertura. Un miembro del equipo de campaña de Mendoza recolecta firmas para figurar en la boleta de las primarias del 21 de julio, durante el Festival del Libro de Tucson de 2026. Cortesía de JoAnna Mendoza. En febrero, el Departamento de Asuntos de los Veteranos intentó redefinir el estándar para determinar las calificaciones de discapacidad; un cambio que, de aplicarse, podría recortar la cobertura para los veteranos que buscan tratamiento para el trastorno de estrés postraumático, el trauma sexual militar, el dolor crónico y otros padecimientos. "No debería existir esta amenaza constante de que se les vayan a arrebatar sus beneficios,” afirmó Mendoza. Mendoza ha criticado reiteradamente a Ciscomani por votar discretamente siguiendo la línea de su partido y guardar silencio sobre cuestiones que son importantes para los habitantes de Arizona, mientras que, simultáneamente, asegura a sus electores que le importan sus inquietudes. "Todo son palabras,” dijo Mendoza, señalando la publicidad de campaña de Ciscomani, en la que alardeaba de su apoyo a los veteranos, mientras guardaba silencio ante la iniciativa del Departamento de Asuntos de los Veteranos de modificar los requisitos de cobertura. Mendoza señaló que también ha escuchado inquietudes respecto a las acciones de cumplimiento del ICE. Dijo que apoya la seguridad pública, pero que, como madre, le preocupa la aplicación indiscriminada de la ley que no toma en cuenta la edad, la ubicación ni a los transeúntes. A pesar del largo camino que tiene por delante, Mendoza se mostró confiada en su campaña. "Es difícil postularse para un cargo público, especialmente siendo madre soltera,” señaló. "Pero, como alguien que ha servido a su país durante 20 años, presté un juramento; un juramento para proteger y defender la Constitución de los Estados Unidos de América, y ese juramento no caduca.” Quentin Agnello es exalumno de la Universidad de Arizona y periodista independiente en Tucson. Puede contactarlo en qsagnello@gmail.com. Esta nota fue traducida por los pasantes de la preparatoria San Miguel y editada por Diana Ramos, exalumna de la Universidad de Arizona, Directora de Iniciativas Bilingües y reportera del Foco de Tucson. Contáctala en diana@tucsonspotlight.org.    El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7cd1c3fb569bd9086280a Hillary Clinton accuses GOP of being 'politically brain-dead' on family affordability te 2026-04-09T16:00:28.780Z Hillary Clinton accuses GOP of being 'politically brain-dead' on family affordability Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton accused the Republican Party of being "politically brain-dead" on issues relating to American families and affordability on Thursday. Clinton wrote in The New York Times that national Republicans — singling out Vice President JD Vance and right-leaning organizations — were obsessed with birthrates. "They ignore the financial burdens crushing parents who are trying to provide a safe, healthy, middle-class life for their kids. Their answer is too often nostalgia and misogyny: If we could turn back the clock to a time when women didn’t work (and knew their place), the economy would thrive and families would flourish. This is substantively and politically brain-dead," she said. Clinton put forward a "kids agenda" that included expanding a child tax credit model in more states, national paid family leave, investments in early childhood care and education, protecting children's healthcare, and providing guidance in a rapidly changing digital world. HILLARY CLINTON SAYS EVENTS IN MINNEAPOLIS SHOW THE ‘MORAL ROT AT THE HEART OF TRUMP’S MAGA MOVEMENT’ "Mr. Trump is not going to wake up tomorrow and care about any of this. He thinks American parents are raising children in a new Golden Age — if he thinks about parents and kids at all," Clinton wrote. Clinton urged Democrats to be ready ahead of November. "Beyond the gilded walls of Mar-a-Lago, too many families are struggling. In November, they will look for candidates who will listen to them and lead on behalf of all our kids. Democrats should be ready. We know what works. We know how to help families. If we’re serious about making this election about affordability, then kids should be front and center," she continued. "Hillary Clinton’s favorite hobby for the past decade has been reminding everyone why she lost in 2016," White House spokesman Kush Desai told Fox News Digital in a statement. "The Trump administration has done more for parents and aspiring parents than any administration, from slashing fertility drug prices to expanding child tax credits to supporting school choice." HILLARY CLINTON TELLS HOUSE 'I DO NOT RECALL EVER ENCOUNTERING' JEFFREY EPSTEIN Clinton testified in the House Oversight Committee's Jeffrey Epstein probe in February in testimony that lasted around six hours. After the testimony, she criticized Republicans. Clinton told reporters she answered questions "repetitively, literally over and over again" after blasting Republicans for holding a closed-door deposition instead of a public hearing. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The failed presidential candidate has been critical of President Donald Trump throughout his second term. She called out the president's ballroom project in October and said he was destroying the White House. "It’s not his house," Clinton wrote on X. "It’s your house. And he’s destroying it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7cd043fb569bd908627e5 Avec’s Tinder-styled email app allows you to swipe through your inbox te 2026-04-09T16:00:04.186Z Avec’s Tinder-styled email app allows you to swipe through your inbox Users can use the in-built voice transcription tool to reply to emails Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7caec3fb569bd9086278c Republicans block Jeffries' gambit to curb Trump's Iran war powers te 2026-04-09T15:51:08.145Z Republicans block Jeffries' gambit to curb Trump's Iran war powers House Republicans shot down an attempt by Democratic lawmakers Thursday to curb President Donald Trump's war powers amid a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.  A group of House Democrats, led by Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md., sought to pass a war powers resolution by unanimous consent during a pro forma session Thursday morning. Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., who presided during the pro forma, gaveled out of session before recognizing the Maryland Democrat on the floor. The war powers measure, supported by House Democratic leadership, would have ended the Iran conflict and blocked Trump from taking further military action absent congressional approval. "Congress needs to consider this. The time has come. The time has come," Ivey said after Smith adjourned the session. WATCH: CAPITOL HILL DEBATE ERUPTS OVER WHETHER TRUMP’S IRAN STRIKES AMOUNT TO ‘WAR’ The floor battle comes as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., has demanded that House GOP leadership immediately reconvene the chamber and vote to check Trump’s war powers in Iran. The House is currently in a two-week recess and is not expected to formally reconvene until the week of April 13. "A two-week ceasefire is woefully insufficient. Accordingly, we have demanded that the House come back into session immediately in order to vote on our resolution to permanently end the war in the Middle East," Jeffries wrote in a "Dear Colleague" letter Wednesday.  Jeffries’ demand followed Trump’s announcement of a temporary ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday evening, with administration officials hailing Operation Epic Fury as an unequivocal success. Vice President JD Vance, Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and the president’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are expected to head to Islamabad for in-person talks hosted by Pakistani mediators. It is unclear whether Iranian officials, who are insistent upon a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, will attend. AOC DOUBLES DOWN ON CALL FOR TRUMP'S OUSTER EVEN AFTER CEASEFIRE ANNOUNCEMENT Democrats in both chambers have repeatedly attempted to curb Trump’s military authority in Iran since the conflict began in late February, but have been thwarted by GOP opposition. Trump could still veto a war powers resolution if a bipartisan measure passes Congress. House Democrats are likely to force another vote on reining in Trump’s war powers as early as next week. Several House Republicans who previously voted against a war powers resolution, including Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., have signaled openness to supporting the measure if it comes to the floor again. Reps. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., and Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, have previously crossed party lines to support blocking Trump from using military force in Iran absent congressional authorization. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., announced that Democrats in the upper chamber would force a vote on a fourth war powers resolution as soon as next week. The top Democrat also argued that Operation Epic Fury was "one of the very worst military and foreign policy actions that the United States has ever taken," at a news conference in New York City on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7cad33fb569bd9086277b Brown University Keeps Police Chief Who Took Over After Shooting te 2026-04-09T15:50:43.817Z Brown University Keeps Police Chief Who Took Over After Shooting Hugh T. Clements Jr. was a fixture of the Providence Police Department before becoming Brown’s interim chief after the fatal attack in December. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7cabe3fb569bd9086275f X brings back Voice Notes to X Chat te 2026-04-09T15:50:22.684Z X brings back Voice Notes to X Chat X Chat brings back Voice Notes to DMs and group chats after removing the option during the upgrade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c88f3fb569bd908626fd Kamala Harris-linked group tells young liberals to stop calling Trump 'TACO' te 2026-04-09T15:41:03.821Z Kamala Harris-linked group tells young liberals to stop calling Trump 'TACO' A Kamala Harris-linked organization wants young liberals to stop referring to President Donald Trump by an abbreviation that says he "chickens out." Earlier this year, the former vice president relaunched her Kamala HQ social media presence used during her 2024 White House run as "an online organizing project for next-generation campaigning." The account, now dubbed Headquarters, aims to "mobilize pro-fairness, pro-democracy, young people against far-right extremism."  Headquarters has only published three pieces of content since it launched, with the most recent coming Wednesday with the blunt headline, "Stop calling Trump ‘TACO.’"  TRUMP CRITICS GO FROM OUTRAGE OVER IRAN THREAT TO MOCKING HIM AS 'CHICKEN' FOR NOT FOLLOWING THROUGH Trump critics have used the acronym TACO for "Trump Always Chickens Out" to irk the president. The term was in full swing this week as liberals suggested the president got cold feet by agreeing to a ceasefire with Iran after previously threatening that an entire "civilization will die tonight."  As liberals mocked Trump with TACO memes and social media jabs, the Headquarters staffers made clear they didn't approve. "That framing is not only fundamentally incorrect, but dangerously shallow," Headquarters wrote in the un-bylined post.  "Firstly, such a perception boxes Trump into a compulsory need to strike so as to prove his words carry real weight," Headquarters continued. "Secondly, and more importantly, it misses the cost of performance." PRESIDENT TRUMP’S CEASEFIRE WITH IRAN DRAWS PRAISE FROM WORLD LEADERS The Harris-linked group, which refers to members of Gen Z as "we," rattled off things that Democratic voters would typically oppose, such as deploying ICE agents "to indiscriminately target people based on the color of their skin," and the war with Iran.  "Trump’s strategy of blasphemous statements to extract concessions and avoid conflict had, inadvertently, given him no choice but to attack. To call yesterday’s back-down a TACO moment invites such a moment to come again, except there eventually won’t be an off-ramp. It also fails to recognize Trump’s inherent and omnipresent danger," Headquarters wrote.  TRUMP'S 'WHOLE CIVILIZATION WILL DIE TONIGHT' IRAN THREAT POLARIZES SOCIAL MEDIA Headquarters believes that "none of the pain inflicted by Trump’s wars of choice and economic warfare can be unwound just because he changed his mind." "The genie is out of the bottle. Next time, (because with Trump we’re all-but-guaranteed a next time,) de-escalation won’t be possible," Headquarters wrote.  Harris is the chair emerita of Headquarters in an honorary role with some of the staff behind Kamala HQ reuniting on the new project. The former vice president does not have editorial control over the posts. The TACO phrase was first coined by Wall Street analysts when referring to Trump's tariff policies, suggesting Trump will walk back the steep reciprocal tariffs he announced in 2025.  Fox News Digital’s Paul Steinhauser and Andrew Mark Miller contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c8663fb569bd908626d9 Hacker stole £700,000 from U.K. energy company by redirecting payment te 2026-04-09T15:40:22.465Z Hacker stole £700,000 from U.K. energy company by redirecting payment The U.K. energy company said a redirected payment meant for a contractor instead landed in a hacker's bank account. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c65f3fb569bd90862670 Fetterman breaks with Democrats, says Trump's military strikes on Iran have 'made the world safer' te 2026-04-09T15:31:43.210Z Fetterman breaks with Democrats, says Trump's military strikes on Iran have 'made the world safer' Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s recent military actions in Iran have "made the world safer," offering a stark contrast to criticism from other Democratic lawmakers. "Usually, the Iranians only respond [to] power..." Fetterman told "Hannity." "Now it might force them to continue more kinds of military strikes, but remind everyone, their nuclear ambitions have been severely damaged at this point. The Israelis have killed many, many of the scientists and [destroyed] a lot of those [nuclear] facilities as well, too." Fetterman argued that while there are still concerns about remaining enriched uranium, actions taken against Iran have significantly weakened the regime’s capabilities and improved global security. SCHUMER CALLS TRUMP 'A MILITARY MORON' AND SAYS US 'WORSE OFF' NOW THAN WHEN IRAN WAR STARTED "Every single thing Iran has done is an entire war crime. Now, we are the force of good in the world," he said. Fetterman also pushed back on Democrats' calls for a new war powers vote, arguing it would undermine the ongoing mission. "We're not even 40 days into this and, now, I'm reading that they have to force another war powers vote, and I will vote against that now because we have to stand [behind] our military to allow them to accomplish, you know, the goals of Epic Fury." FETTERMAN SAYS 'MORAL CLARITY' DRIVES HIS WIDENING BREAK WITH THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY Fetterman’s remarks regarding the Trump administration's actions in Iran contrast with those of several Democrats who have criticized the strikes and raised concerns about escalation and congressional authority. "The bottom line is... Iran still has its nuclear stockpile..." Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Wednesday, announcing that Democrats plan to force a vote on the War Powers Resolution next week. "Its nuclear ambitions are still unchecked, if not accelerated. What the hell is [Trump] doing?" Schumer said. Senate Democrats, including Schumer, have branded the war in Iran as Trump's "war of choice." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c64b3fb569bd90862657 Mike Pence warns JD Vance to avoid Obama-style Iran deal as nuclear talks set to begin in Pakistan te 2026-04-09T15:31:23.623Z Mike Pence warns JD Vance to avoid Obama-style Iran deal as nuclear talks set to begin in Pakistan Former Vice President Mike Pence warned the Trump administration not to repeat the mistakes of the Obama and Biden years as officials prepare for talks with Iran this weekend. Pence joined "Fox & Friends" Thursday to praise recent military successes but cautioned that Vice President JD Vance and special envoy Steve Witkoff must demand the unconditional abandonment of Iran’s nuclear program. "The last thing we want is another Iran nuclear deal," Pence said. "The president and I got out of that deal back during our administration. We put a maximum pressure campaign on. Biden immediately returned to office and went back to the politics of appeasement." MIKE PENCE: TRUMP AND OUR INCREDIBLE MILITARY ARE ENDING 47 YEARS OF IRANIAN TERROR Vance and Witkoff are headed to Pakistan for talks this weekend following a fragile two-week ceasefire announced by President Donald Trump on Tuesday. Pence argued the U.S. must ensure Iran halts its nuclear weapons program, opens the Strait of Hormuz and ends support for regional proxies. TRUMP’S IRAN CEASEFIRE ROCKED WITHIN HOURS AMID REPORTED MISSILE, DRONE ATTACKS "My prayer is, as the vice president and our negotiation team goes to Pakistan, is that they draw that line and say, ‘That's what we need you to agree to.’ We hold them to that deal in the months and years ahead," Pence said. He added the U.S. military must be ready to act if Iran breaks its word, arguing the Biden administration’s decision to drop the "maximum pressure" campaign was a major mistake. PENCE LAUNCHES GOP MESSAGING BLITZ ON ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL AHEAD OF MIDTERMS "President Trump has reversed that and created the conditions where I think we have a pathway to a diplomatic solution, but we've got to have the sheer, incredible force of the United States of America and our allies behind us to enforce it," he added. Vance has indicated the Iranians are open to discussions, describing negotiations as being in a "good spot." He noted the reopening of the strait and the ceasefire as signs of good faith, but echoed Pence’s sentiment that any breach would be met with "serious consequences." "We obviously don't want the people of Iran to suffer, but we have a lot of leverage that the President of the United States could use," Vance said. "It's why I think it's so important for the Iranians to be negotiators in good faith," he added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c6383fb569bd90862645 Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Who is Hasan Piker and why can't Democrats condemn him? te 2026-04-09T15:31:04.165Z Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Who is Hasan Piker and why can't Democrats condemn him? 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: - Meet the far-left streamer who is stirring up controversy online and dividing Democrats - Fetterman says his support for Israel is hurting him with Democratic Party - Harvard alum praises Trump admin handling of antisemitism at vaunted school TOP STORY: He has over 3 million online followers, regularly spouts antisemitic tropes, and has said the US deserved 9/11. Meet Hasan Piker, the Twitch streamer who Democrats just can't bring themselves to condemn. While some progressive leaders platform him to reach younger audiences, critics and moderate Democrats warn that his far-left rhetoric and defense of groups like Hamas are dividing the party..  VIDEO: Actress Debra Messing recounts antisemitism, October 7 response, and backlash over pro-Israel stance.  WATCH HERE: MORAL CLARITY: Sen. John Fetterman cited "moral clarity" as the reason for his increasing divide with the Democratic Party, particularly regarding his staunch support for Israel and opposition to the government shutdown. He criticized colleagues for platforming controversial figures like Hasan Piker and accused the party of abandoning federal workers. Fetterman remains unapologetic, prioritizing principles over political alignment within his party. GRATEFUL GRAD: A Harvard alum is applauding the Trump administration’s aggressive crackdown on the university’s admissions and safety policies. The graduate praised federal probes into alleged race-based preferences and the school's "failure" to protect Jewish students from antisemitism. The move follows a massive $2.2 billion funding freeze, as the White House demands Harvard overhaul its leadership and "hostile" international admissions. BLAMING THE JEWS: ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan faces renewed disciplinary scrutiny after a UN investigation found a "factual basis" for sexual misconduct allegations involving a female aide. While an internal judicial panel suggested he could resume duties, ICC member states recently voted to extend proceedings. Khan denies the "smear" campaign, which coincides with his high-profile push for war crimes warrants against Israeli leaders. GUEST EDITORIAL: Federal judge Roy Altman argues that the "keyboard courtroom" of social media fosters extremism and misinformation. To combat this, he suggests teaching younger generations to adopt a "juror’s mindset"—evaluating claims through objective evidence, neutral observation, and logic rather than emotion. By applying legal methodologies to digital discourse, citizens can better distinguish facts from divisive slogans and propaganda. QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "I may have lost the socialist vote and the pro-Iran vote in my party, but that's part of my party that's growing, unfortunately." - Sen. John Fetterman. - 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/69d7c6243fb569bd9086263c Legendary mountaineer Jim Whittaker, first American to summit Mount Everest, dead at 97 te 2026-04-09T15:30:44.044Z Legendary mountaineer Jim Whittaker, first American to summit Mount Everest, dead at 97 The celebrated mountaineer Jim Whittaker, the first American to summit Mount Everest, has died. He was 97. Whittaker, who also served as the first full-time employee of the outdoor retailer REI and later as its president and CEO, died Tuesday at his home in Port Townsend, Washington, according to a statement from his family. "Whether at home, in the mountains, or at sea, he sought to share adventure, joy, and optimism with those around him," said the statement, which was emailed by Leif Whittaker, one of his sons. "His warmth, humility, and belief in the power of nature to bring people together left an enduring legacy of care for our planet and for one another." Whittaker’s 1963 ascent of Everest alongside Nawang Gombu came 10 years after the pioneering climb of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. The feat helped spawn interest — and an industry — in mountaineering in the U.S., and it made the once-shy, rangy climber an instant celebrity. He was featured on magazine covers and in demand for public appearances. NEW NATIONAL PARK PASSES PUT 'AMERICAN FAMILIES FIRST' WHILE TRIPLING ENTRY FEES FOR SOME   Whittaker had been working for REI since 1955, when he was hired by the co-op's co-founder, Lloyd Anderson. The company's popularity surged after Whittaker's Everest climb, and Whittaker went on to lead the business from 1971 to 1979. Its membership grew from nearly 250,000 to more than 900,000 during his tenure, REI noted in a statement Wednesday. The co-op credited his congressional testimony and other efforts with helping to establish North Cascades National Park and the Pasayten Wilderness in Washington, as well as and Redwood National Park in California. "Long before outdoor advocacy was commonplace, Jim gave his voice — and his leadership — to protecting the places we love, reminding us that wild places endure only if we choose to care for them," the statement said. Whittaker's celebrity also brought him into the orbit of the Kennedy clan, and he became a close friend of Robert Kennedy, with whom he climbed a 14,000-foot (4,267 meters) Canadian peak. The peak was later named Mount Kennedy after the presidential contender's murder in 1968. Whittaker was at Kennedy's bedside when he died and was devastated by the assassination. ANCIENT LAKE RETURNS TO CALIFORNIA'S DEATH VALLEY AFTER VANISHING THOUSANDS OF YEARS AGO   Whittaker grew up in Seattle and began climbing with his twin brother Lou Whittaker in the 1940s with the Boy Scouts. At 16, they summited 7,965-foot (2,428-meter) Mount Olympus, the highest peak in the Olympic Mountains west of Seattle, Jim Whittaker recounted in his memoir, "A Life on the Edge." When they reached the town of Port Angeles on their way home, they found cars honking and people celebrating: World War II had ended. Jim Whittaker once reflected that the beauty and danger of his sport sharpened the senses: "When you live on the edge, you can see a little farther," he once reflected. His achievements on the remote, snowy slopes of Mount Everest and nearby K2, the world's second-tallest peak, assured him a niche in the record books. He was shocked when Lou decided to skip the 1963 Everest expedition in favor of opening a sporting goods store in Tacoma. But Lou Whittaker wrote in his own book, "Lou Whittaker: Memoirs of a Mountain Guide," that he still got to share in some of his twin’s glory by filling in when Jim got tired of attending parades or other events in his honor. "Only our families and closest friends ever knew the difference," he wrote. Lou Whittaker died in 2024 at age 95. Jim Whittaker led many additional climbs, including the 1990 Mount Everest International Peace Climb, which brought together climbers from the U.S., the Soviet Union and China "to demonstrate what could be accomplished through cooperation and goodwill," the family statement said. 50 YEARS LATER, FIRST AMERICAN TO CONQUER MOUNT EVEREST CONTINUES CLIMB   "Jim was a lifelong advocate for peace and believed deeply in the ability of shared challenges in the natural world to unite people across borders and ideologies," it said. Whittaker himself said one of his proudest moments came in 1981, when he led 10 handicapped climbers up 14,410-foot Mount Rainier. For them, he said later, "that was Mount Everest." Whittaker scaled Mount Rainier more than 100 times but did not take its familiar flanks for granted. The caprices of the weather, even on a comparatively modest mountain, "can turn a good climber into a beginner" in a matter of hours, he once noted. Former Washington Gov. Jay Inslee called Whittaker’s legacy "just as impressive, and just as lasting, as Mount Rainier itself." "He pulled many a climber up the peak," Inslee wrote in a social media post Wednesday. "He did the same for all our spirits. He still does." CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP After years of risk on the world's most dizzying pinnacles, Whittaker said in a 1980 interview that he hoped to "die in my sleep with the television on." He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dianne Roberts; sons Bob, Joss and Leif Whittaker; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c3df3fb569bd9086257c Rogue Dem bucks party on Trump war powers, calls Iran ‘47-year-old war crime’ te 2026-04-09T15:21:03.083Z Rogue Dem bucks party on Trump war powers, calls Iran ‘47-year-old war crime’ A Democratic rogue isn’t buying his party’s argument that President Donald Trump was on the cusp of committing war crimes in Iran and plans to again stop their attempts to handcuff his policing power in the region. "If you want to talk about a war crime, you know, Iran is a 47-year-old war crime," Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said on "Hannity" Wednesday night. Fetterman, a staunch backer of Israel, has time and again broken with his party on the war, joining Republicans to block several attempts by Senate Democrats to reassert Congress’ authority in the ongoing conflict. He is again fracturing from the party line, as several of his peers, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., have declared that Trump's Iran mission, Operation Epic Fury, was a failure. SCHUMER BLASTS TRUMP’S IRAN WAR AS FAILURE, MOVES TO REIN IN HIS WAR POWERS AMID CEASEFIRE Congressional Democrats have demanded that Trump be removed from office for his posts on Easter Sunday and in recent days, in which he laid out an apocalyptic ultimatum for Iran to either reopen the Strait of Hormuz or see their "civilization die tonight." "If you target civilian infrastructure for the purposes the president was talking about — in other words, what he's saying is, if you don't open the Strait of Hormuz, I'm going to blow up civilian infrastructure — that's a war crime," Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., said ahead of the ceasefire deal struck Tuesday night. TOP GOP HAWK GRAHAM WARNS IRAN DEAL HAS ‘TROUBLING ASPECTS’ AS CEASEFIRE BEGINS Schumer, speaking at a press conference in New York City Wednesday, argued that Trump’s action in Iran was "one of the very worst military and foreign policy actions that the United States has ever taken." "This war has made us worse off today than before it started," Schumer said. Fetterman strayed from top Senate Democrats’ messaging against Trump’s campaign in the Middle East and countered that the president’s actions have been for the better, particularly as negotiations for a full end to the conflict are gearing up. TRUMP’S IRAN THREAT RATTLES GOP AS SOME REPUBLICANS BREAK RANKS AMID 2-WEEK CEASEFIRE "Everything that's happened so far has made the world safer, and now we are in a position to finally finish it this way, with these kinds of important negotiation points," Fetterman said on "Hannity." Senate Democrats plan to launch another attempt to handcuff Trump’s war powers when the upper chamber returns in the coming days. It would mark the fourth such attempt and will likely again be blocked by Republicans, despite some growing wary of the conflict. Like previous attempts, Fetterman plans to cross the aisle to block Democrats’ plan. "We are the force of good in the world and … now, we're not even 40 days into this," Fetterman said on "Hannity." "And now I’m reading that they're going to force another war powers vote, and I will vote against that, because we have to stand by our military and allow them to accomplish the goals of Epic Fury." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c3cb3fb569bd90862573 NFL faces Justice Department probe after fans express frustration with streaming pivot: report te 2026-04-09T15:20:43.188Z NFL faces Justice Department probe after fans express frustration with streaming pivot: report The Justice Department reportedly opened an investigation into the NFL on Thursday over whether the league used anticompetitive tactics against fans. The Wall Street Journal first reported the investigation. Fox News Digital reached out to the Justice Department and the NFL for comment. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The reported investigation comes as Trump administration officials and lawmakers have warned about revisiting the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961. The law allows the NFL to negotiate league-wide TV deals without violating U.S. antitrust rules, provided it meets certain conditions, including protecting customer access. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, the chair of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights, addressed the issue in a letter to the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission. He requested a review of the league’s antitrust exemption status. Meanwhile, surging streaming prices and sky-high ticket costs have paired to leave the average American NFL fan boxed out of watching their beloved game altogether or making it impossible to find. A Fox News poll in March indicated that 72% of sports fans think major sporting events should stay free on broadcast TV, amid reports that the NFL is considering allowing teams to sell the rights to preseason games to streaming services. NFL FANS’ 2025 BILLS COME UNDER FOCUS AS FCC PROBES THE RISE OF SPORTS STREAMING SERVICES FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said on "Fox & Friends" last month that officials are reviewing thousands of comments on whether a significant share of sports should remain free on broadcast television. Carr said the FCC is looking into whether sports leagues should continue to benefit from a special antitrust exemption, and that public comments solicited on the matter largely support keeping games more accessible. "We actually got thousands and thousands of comments. It was a big number for the FCC... The vast majority so far, based on an initial assessment, support keeping a significant portion of these sports games on free, over-the-air broadcast TV," Carr said. FORMER NFL STARS WEIGH PROS AND CONS OF LEAGUE'S GLOBAL EXPANSION, STREAMING GAMES "So, we'll be looking at it. There could be actions at other portions of the government, and Congress as well, if these sports leagues continue to push this issue." Carr made his feelings clear, stating he thinks the experience of finding a game to watch has become frustrating and costly. "You effectively have to have a computer science degree to decipher this," he said, adding that, historically, broadcast TV and sports leagues have had a mutually beneficial relationship that allowed leagues to grow while supporting local news. LEGENDARY SPORTS AGENT SUGGESTS FRESH APPROACH TEAMS SHOULD TAKE AS NFL TICKET PRICES CONTINUE TO SKYROCKET "We're at a tipping point where these leagues can push it so far, putting games behind paywalls, that they undermine their ability to claim that antitrust exemption." NFL fans themselves have also spoken out about the league’s streaming strategy. OutKick’s Davey Hudson took to the streets of Nashville and New York City last month to talk to aggrieved football fans. "I think it’s frustrating when you just want to watch a game, and you have to figure out what app it’s on. And then you're paying for multiple apps all the time," one fan said. Another fan was blunt, calling the current system of watching games "f---ing stupid." "Well, it’s f---king stupid, you have to get five different platforms to watch all of the games that you want to, and still you have to pay on top. It’s ridiculous at this point," the fan said. One fan called it a "pain in the a--" to keep track of where and when the games are being streamed. A different fan called it a "money grab," citing Netflix as the latest streaming service the NFL brought in to start broadcasting its games. NFL fans who want access to every game need to purchase YouTube TV for "NFL Sunday Ticket," in addition to the costly subscriptions for all the streaming services the NFL broadcasts on. Those streaming services are Amazon Prime, Peacock and Netflix. The combination of those respective services is over $1,500 a year, and that doesn’t include the fees that come with basic cable packages or high-speed Wi-Fi that is needed to accommodate the platforms. Fox News’ Ryan Canfield 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/69d7c1503fb569bd908624e4 Michael J Fox mocks CNN after network's death tribute mistake te 2026-04-09T15:10:08.261Z Michael J Fox mocks CNN after network's death tribute mistake Michael J. Fox is alive and well, despite rumors of his death circulating online. One day after CNN ignited a death scare by releasing a video package titled "Remembering the life of actor Michael J. Fox" on Wednesday, the legendary actor — who has been living with Parkinson's disease since 1991 — reassured fans that he is doing just fine. "How do you react when you turn on the TV and CNN is reporting your death?" Fox, 64, wrote on his Threads account. "Do you… A) switch to MSNBC, or whatever they are calling themselves these days, (B) Pour scolding hot water on your lap, if it hurts your fine, (C) Call your wife, hopefully she’s concerned but reassuring, (D) Relax, they do this once every year, (E) Ask yourself wtf?" MICHAEL J. FOX CALLS OUT 'BULLY CULTURE' AND NAMES HIS BIGGEST BULLY IN NEW INTERVIEW "I thought the world was ending, but apparently it’s just me and I’m ok," he concluded. "Love, Mike." According to Entertainment Weekly, the package that was shared across the network's various sites featured interview excerpts and clips of Fox’s work through the years. "He came into our living rooms on the small screen each week as Alex P. Keaton [on 'Family Ties'] and eventually onto the big screen as Marty McFly in 'Back to the Future,'" a narrator said in the clip, per EW. "But Michael J. Fox had a compelling third act as Parkinson's sufferer and stem cell research advocate." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "His most lasting role may have been as a tireless voice against Parkinson's, a performance the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 2022," the narrator continued. "In the end, Fox came to understand that his battle against the disease brought out the best in him." MICHAEL J. FOX DOESN'T WANT A 'DRAMATIC' DEATH AFTER BATTLING PARKINSON'S FOR 35 YEARS In a statement to Entertainment Weekly, a spokesperson for CNN apologized to Fox and his family for the blunder. "The package was published in error; we have removed it from our platforms and send our apologies to Michael J. Fox and his family," the spokesperson told the outlet. Last year, the "Back to the Future" star made the decision to return to the screen after five years in retirement. Fox admitted he lives life "on the edge of my energy." "I just feel I have to," he told USA Today. "It's a tradeoff. I want to be around for everything." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "I want to be active at everything, keep working, keep my partnerships going, my good friends, and enjoy my time with my family," he added. "And it's all good; it's so much better than it could be." Fox filmed a three-episode guest arc for the third season of "Shrinking," and his character suffers from Parkinson's disease. "It was the first time ever I get to show up on-set, and I didn’t have to worry about, am I too tired or coughing or anything," he told People. "I just do it. It was really good, because for the moments when I say, ‘I’m not going to be able to do this,’ then I say, ‘Well, I’ll just deal with how I can’t do it in the scene.’ And you get through it." On Tuesday, Fox made an appearance at PaleyFest in Los Angeles, joining the wrap party for Season 3 of "Shrinking." Fox News Digital's Lauryn Overhultz contributed to this post. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7c14f3fb569bd908624db I went to the Masters and witnessed something amazing that had nothing to do with golf te 2026-04-09T15:10:07.689Z I went to the Masters and witnessed something amazing that had nothing to do with golf If we built more of our culture around families instead of self-indulgence, maybe America could look a little more like Amen Corner. After walking Augusta National on opening day of the Masters, that was the thought I couldn’t shake. Because the contrast is impossible to ignore. In a world that feels louder, more divided and honestly more self-obsessed by the day, this place runs on a completely different set of values, and somehow, it works better than everything else. I’m a college kid. I live on my phone. I see what trends, what flops, what people pretend to care about and what they actually do. And yet every April, the Masters takes over everything, social media, conversations, group chats, even people who don’t care about golf suddenly care. That doesn’t just happen. GARY WOODLAND SAVORS MASTERS RETURN AFTER BRAIN SURGERY, PTSD BATTLE NEARLY ENDED HIS CAREER Walking the course, what stood out wasn’t just how perfect everything looked, it was the people. Families everywhere. Dads explaining the game to their kids, friends who’ve clearly been coming back year after year, older couples just sitting there taking it all in like they’ve done for decades. Nobody was trying to make a scene. Nobody was turning it into content. People were just…present. And in 2026, that’s rare. Because most of our culture pushes the opposite. It tells you to chase yourself, build your brand, go viral, make everything about you. And then we act surprised when everything feels empty and disconnected. MY WALK ACROSS AMERICA PROVES WE'RE NOT NEARLY AS DIVIDED AS DC CLAIMS Augusta flips that on its head. It’s not about you, it’s about being part of something bigger, something that existed before you and will be there long after you. It’s about sharing that with the people next to you. That’s why it works. That’s why it lasts. And that’s why, nearly 90 years in, it’s not fading, it’s dominating. While everything else is constantly trying to reinvent itself to stay relevant, the Masters just protects what matters. It doesn’t bend with every trend or apologize for what it is. It holds the line, and because of that, the world comes to it every single April. AS MINNEAPOLIS FRACTURES, MOBILE SHOWS HOW WORK, LAW AND GOD STILL UNITE Because people are starving for something real. Walking those fairways felt like stepping into a version of America we all recognize, even if we don’t see it enough anymore, one built on respect, tradition, and families actually spending time together instead of staring at separate screens. Not perfect, but grounded. Stable. Normal. And maybe that’s why we’re drawn to it. Because it reminds us of what America used to feel like, and what it could feel like again. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The Masters isn’t just a golf tournament. It’s one of the last beacons of Western civilization still standing. Not because it’s flashy or loud, but because it refuses to become something it’s not. I walked out of Augusta realizing this wasn’t really about golf at all. It was about what happens when you don’t cave, when you build something on values that actually matter and protect it. MASTERS FANS CHEER LOW PRICES AS AUGUSTA NATIONAL CONCESSIONS 'FEEL UNREAL' WITH $1.50 SANDWICHES For a few hours, watching families line those fairways, hearing nothing but applause and conversation, seeing people enjoy something together without turning it into a fight, I didn’t feel like I was watching something outdated. I felt like I was watching something right. And if more of our culture looked like that, we wouldn’t be arguing about how to fix things. We’d already know. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM BRILYN HOLLYHAND Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7befa3fb569bd9086247e ICE moved detainees out of an overcrowded Mesa facility before congressional oversight visit te 2026-04-09T15:00:10.428Z ICE moved detainees out of an overcrowded Mesa facility before congressional oversight visit The Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport houses a temporary holding facility for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that houses people detained for immigration violations before they are either flown to long-term detention centers or are deported. (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) When Democratic Reps. Greg Stanton and Yassamin Ansari visited an Immigration and Customs Enforcement holding facility in Mesa earlier this year meant to temporarily house 157 people, it was one of the few times the facility had been under capacity in more than a month.  Just two weeks prior there were 513 people housed there in a single day. And a couple of weeks before that, there were nearly 800 people being housed in the facility tucked into an unassuming corner of a suburban Phoenix airport. From Jan. 15 to Feb. 20, when the two members of Congress visited the Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center, the facility had spent 33 of 37 days over capacity, some days with several times the number of people the facility is authorized to house.  window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}}); In the seven days after Ansari and Stanton told ICE they would be visiting the facility — members of Congress are allowed to inspect facilities, but ICE policy requires they give seven days’ notice before arriving — the number of detainees began to decrease to some of the lowest numbers the facility had seen all year.  Almost immediately after the inspection, those numbers began to climb again.  The facility, first exclusively reported on by the Arizona Mirror, is a 25,000-square-foot facility at the Mesa-Gateway Airport. It opened in 2010 to little fanfare and can house up to 157 detainees and 79 ICE employees, according to an ICE press release announcing its completion. It is one of many temporary hold facilities across the country, meant to house detainees for short periods of time before they are shipped to longer-term facilities or removed from the country. But a Mirror analysis of data of ICE detention records that the Deportation Data Project obtained via the Freedom of Information Act showed that, in some cases, detainees have stayed for longer than the 12 hours ICE has said the facility is meant for.  Newly released data now shows that the facility, which in previous years has stayed below the 157 capacity of the facility, has been surging well above that number — and detainees are staying for longer.  window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}}); “The Deportation Data Project relies on information releases that have not been reviewed, audited or given context,” ICE said in a statement to the Mirror. “Neither (the Department of Homeland Security) nor ICE have verified the accuracy, methodology or analysis of the project and its results. The bottom line is that the Deportation Data Project is not accurate.” However, the data obtained by the Deportation Data Project comes directly from the agency.  “ICE sent us these datasets in response to a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit. We posted the original data,” the Deportation Data Project said in a statement to the Mirror. “These are ICE’s own records of who is arrested, detained, and deported.”   Arizona, and specifically Mesa-Gateway Airport, are at the center of ICE’s accelerating aerial deportation efforts, in which AROCC plays a major role. The airport hosts the agency’s headquarters for its “ICE Air” operations, which uses subcontractors and subleases to disguise deportation aircraft. A detainee boards a 747 that is part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Air Operations at Mesa Gateway Airport on Sept. 23, 2025. (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) The AROCC facility has also been at the heart of flights that have sent immigrants to African countries, even when they’re not from those countries. Most recently, the facility made national headlines because it was set to be where two gay Iranian men were set to be deported from, ultimately to their deaths.  In data provided to the Mirror by ICE Flight Monitor, a data-driven initiative published by Human Rights First, flights out of AROCC this year appear to largely be domestic shuffle flights. Such flights are when ICE transports individuals, generally on chartered aircraft, to and between immigration detention centers across the United States.  window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}}); Temporary hold facilities in New York, Los Angeles and Baltimore have come under scrutiny for lacking beds and food, leading to lawsuits against ICE.  Similarly, AROCC does not have showers, beds or on-site medical care, according to past audits of the facility. Medical care or other needs would fall under the purview of ICE’s Florence Service Processing Center, an hour drive away.  ICE said that it only uses the facility for the “short-term detention of individuals” and holds them for “typically under 12 hours” and complies “with all applicable standards.”  The agency said AROCC serves as a “transit and staging hub, similar to a layover at a commercial airport.” “Flight delays, cancellations or mechanical issues may occur, and ICE personnel adjust operations to maintain continuity of care and security,” ICE said. “Facility population levels fluctuate based on flight schedules and operational needs. During peak arrivals and departures, on-site numbers may temporarily increase, then decrease as flights depart and processing concludes. This is a normal part of operations.” The agency also said it has “increased removal flights to address case backlogs, resulting in higher volumes at AROCC. Population counts may temporarily reflect individuals arriving or departing by ground or air, which can inflate numbers during high-volume movements.”  In its statement to the Mirror, ICE said it also works with local authorities who are “promptly notified of emergencies or significant developments.”  The Mesa Fire and Medical Department said it was looking into a request by the Mirror asking if ICE had notified their agency or the city when the facility had been over capacity, but did not respond before publication.  “We have seen serious problems with overcrowding at ICE field offices around the country,” Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, senior fellow at the American Immigration Council, told the Mirror. “It really heralded what we would see in the months to follow.” Lawsuits have followed, leading to ICE shutting down some facilities temporarily, like in Baltimore, where the detainees were sent to Arizona before an oversight visit by members of Congress. Courts are also getting flooded with requests from detainees seeking relief. In Arizona at AROCC, those who are staying at the facility are staying for longer periods of time in larger populations. The average length of stay in 2026 is about 36 hours, compared to the same time frame in 2025, when the average stay was about 12 hours.  In 2025, the average daily population was approximately 21 people for the same timeframe. So far in 2026, there have been an average of 274 detainees each day. The Mirror found one individual in the data who stayed for 18 days, coinciding with a time when the population of the facility was near its peak of 777 individuals in a single day.  For Ansari, the issue is crystal clear: ICE is arresting more people than it has the capacity for in order to meet President Donald Trump’s mass deportation agenda.  “When you keep growing into that, it becomes very clear that you have people staying longer than they should be or places are over capacity. That is just simple math that anyone can figure out,” Ansari told the Mirror. “The irony is they would never admit to that. The number gap and the fact that they are going to have to break their own standards, but when you ask them how often that happens, they brush it under the rug and act like it never happens.” Ansari said that when she visited the facility in February, ICE officials told her that they had more people detained nationwide than the number of available beds.  Reichlin-Melnick agrees with Ansari’s assessment.  “I think this is a side-effect of mass deportations,” he said, adding that the agency is running into “very real logistical bottlenecks” as they are trying to fulfill arrest and deportation quotas set by the administration.  Reichlin-Melnick also wasn’t surprised to hear that ICE may have shuffled detainees around prior to the oversight visit by Ansari and Stanton.  “This allegation has come up elsewhere in the country,” he said.  When a group of Maryland lawmakers attempted to visit an ICE facility unannounced earlier this year, they found the facility empty. That facility in Baltimore had previously been the site of an alleged legionella outbreak and the subject of a lawsuit for inhumane conditions.  When Minnesota lawmakers went on an oversight visit to a similar facility in their state, it was also empty. The same thing happened to lawmakers in California.   U.S. Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Phoenix, speaks to an estimated 3,000 people who gathered at the Arizona Capitol on April 5, 2025, to protest President Donald Trump and his administration. The protest was one of more than 1,300 across the nation aimed at galvanizing people against Trump, who has sought to expand executive power to enact sweeping changes to the federal government and the fabric of America. Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy | Arizona Mirror “I can’t say that it was obvious to me that there was mass movement of people, but I’m not surprised at all that they make things look much nicer when they know members of Congress are coming,” Ansari said, noting that ICE makes lawmakers fill out forms and give prior notice before visits.  Arizona also has some historical context around this particular issue.  In Doe v. Wolf, several groups, including the American Immigration Council, filed a class action lawsuit challenging the conditions at detention centers run by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.  The suit focused primarily on two women and two men detained in the Tucson Border Patrol Station who described overcrowding, lack of beds, inadequate food and water, lack of medical care and freezing conditions.  The court eventually enjoined CBP from holding detainees longer than 48 hours unless they could provide adequate conditions that included a bed with a blanket, shower, food and more, deeming anything less than that unconstitutional.  Reichlin-Melnick said that while the context might be different — families detained at the border versus people arrested in the interior of the United States — stories about the conditions are similar. He also noted that, during the lawsuit, cleaning crews would show up at the facility 24 hours prior to court-sanctioned inspections.  “I think it is possible it is a coincidence, it is possible there is more going on,” Reichlin-Melnick said. However, he added that there is a solution to this issue: “The answer is surprise inspections, and this is something that the Trump administration fought bitterly to prevent.” In a statement to the Mirror, ICE admitted that visits are scheduled during times when there are less detainees at their facilities.  “Congressional and VIP visits are scheduled during lower operational periods to minimize impact on mission-critical activities,” ICE said. “ICE does not alter procedures or inconvenience individuals in custody for these visits, and all core operations continue as usual, with safety and security as top priorities.” For Ansari, though, the truth comes not from oversight visits, but from speaking directly to the people they detain.  “I think no matter what, the real picture and the real situation cannot be understood unless you talk to people who are detained there,” Ansari said. “Even that day, even if there were far fewer people there, I feel if I talked to people, they probably would have told me, ‘There were far more people here.’”  Ansari said she wasn’t allowed to speak to anyone at AROCC that day.  And talking to those who have been released from detention is what Ansari, Stanton and other members of Arizona’s congressional delegation are doing.  At a community briefing last week, Ansari and U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva, a Tucson Democrat, heard about the conditions inside these facilities from family members of detainees, detainees themselves and those who advocate for them.  During the meeting, Ansari also advocated for abolishing ICE, a call that many in her own party have rejected, despite the rising popularity of the movement. But Ansari said she is undeterred and believes reforms could happen if Democrats make major gains during this year’s midterm elections. “I think that even the most historically moderate members of the Democratic Party have seen how horrific this agency has become,” Ansari said. “I think the need for vast overhaul and oversight is going to be a top priority for Democrats.” YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7bef73fb569bd9086245d US allowing some Nigeria embassy staff to evacuate over 'deteriorating security situation' te 2026-04-09T15:00:07.977Z US allowing some Nigeria embassy staff to evacuate over 'deteriorating security situation' The State Department said it authorized the departure of some staff at its embassy in Nigeria over the "deteriorating security situation" in the African country.  The development comes weeks after the U.S. military reportedly sent MQ-9 Reaper drones to Nigeria amid fears of a renewed insurgency by the terrorist group Boko Haram. The day before the authorization was issued, gunmen attacked two villages about 155 miles from Abuja, where the U.S. embassy is located, killing 20 people, residents told The Associated Press.  "On April 8, 2026, the U.S. Department of State authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members from U.S. Embassy Abuja due to the deteriorating security situation," the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria said. "The U.S. Embassy in Abuja will remain open but will have limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria."  "The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos will continue to provide routine and emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria," it added. "The Department of State Travel Advisory for Nigeria remains at Level 3, recommending travelers reconsider travel to Nigeria due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, armed gangs, and inconsistent availability of health care services." GUNMEN ON BIKES STORM NIGERIA VILLAGE ON PALM SUNDAY, KILLING AT LEAST 20 The embassy also said, "U.S. citizens in Abuja should consider departing if you do not need to remain for emergency or essential purposes."  The recent attacks occurred in the early hours of Tuesday in Bagna and Erena, located in the Shiroro area of Niger state.  "They came on motorbikes and began shooting. It was a surprise attack, because it was in the early hours of the morning," Jibrin Isah, who lives in Erena, told the AP. 100 US TROOPS LAND IN NIGERIA AS ISLAMIC MILITANTS THREATEN WEST AFRICA REGIONAL SECURITY Residents said at least 20 people were killed, with more missing. However, local police said only three people were killed.  The State Department said in a travel advisory issued Wednesday that there is "risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Nigeria," adding, "Terrorists collaborate with local gangs to expand their reach" and "They may attack with little or no warning."  The MQ-9 drones reportedly were deployed to Nigeria in late March after 200 U.S. troops arrived in February to provide training and intelligence. Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, is battling a complex security crisis, especially in the north of the country. A spokesperson for AFRICOM, the U.S. Africa Command, had told the AP that U.S. troops "are working alongside their Nigerian counterparts to provide intelligence support, advisory assistance, and targeted training in support of the Nigerian Armed Forces."   Among the most prominent Islamic militant groups active in Nigeria are Boko Haram and its breakaway faction, which is affiliated with the Islamic State and is known as Islamic State West Africa Province, or ISWAP. There is also the ISIS-linked Lakurawa, as well as other "bandit" groups that specialize in kidnapping for ransom and illegal mining.  President Donald Trump has spoken out against violence targeting Christians in Nigeria, telling Fox News Radio last year, "I’m really angry about it" and "What’s happening in Nigeria is a disgrace." Secretary of War Pete Hegseth also met with Nigerian national security advisor Nuhu Ribadu last November amid threats from Trump to cut off aid to Nigeria if the country "continues to allow the killing of Christians." Nigerian officials have pushed back on the accusation. Fox News Digital's Anders Hagstrom and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7bef63fb569bd9086244d San Quentin Uses Sports as Rehabilitation. It Could Soon Be a Model Elsewhere. te 2026-04-09T15:00:06.295Z San Quentin Uses Sports as Rehabilitation. It Could Soon Be a Model Elsewhere. Eli Tan, who covered the San Quentin Giants last year, shares how the story inspired one effort to expand prison sports in California. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7bc9d3fb569bd908623ca Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player rally behind Tiger Woods as he seeks treatment after DUI arrest te 2026-04-09T14:50:05.214Z Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player rally behind Tiger Woods as he seeks treatment after DUI arrest Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player know all about the grind of golf. The legendary duo combined for nine green jackets among their 27 total major victories. Tiger Woods has won the Masters five times, and while he will be absent from Augusta this year, he is still in the national spotlight after his arrest last month. Amid a broken-down body, Woods has undergone nearly 30 surgeries on his back and leg, and during his DUI arrest, authorities said deputies found pills identified to be hydrocodone, a prescription opioid for pain medication. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Do I blame him for taking medicine? Hell, no. He has sleep deprivation. Do I blame him for taking something to help him sleep? No," Player said Thursday at Augusta, via ESPN. But Player said Woods must be smarter with his decision-making. "I don't think he should drive a car. When you're taking that medicine, it's dangerous when you're driving a car, same as it's dangerous when you look at your cell phone in the car." LISTEN TO CRIME & JUSTICE PODCAST ON TIGER WOODS To make matters worse, Woods admitted to authorities after the crash that he had been looking at his phone. Woods pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence but announced he would "seek treatment" following his arrest. MARK CALCAVECCHIA ALLEGEDLY KICKED OUT OF MASTERS AFTER BREAKING STRICT AUGUSTA NATIONAL PHONE POLICY: REPORT "My heart goes out for him," Player said. "There's nothing worse than living in pain every day of your life. You can't think of anything worse. I just hope he can get it all sorted out because he's such an asset to golf and has done so much for the game." Nicklaus added, "Just whatever you need to help you and get back, because I think golf needs him, and we'd love to have him back." Woods was granted permission on April 1 to travel out of the country "to enter into comprehensive inpatient treatment." It is believed he is at a facility in Switzerland. Authorities said in a court order that a subpoena will be issued later this month for Woods' prescription drug records from Jan. 1 through the day of his crash. 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/69d7ba4e3fb569bd90862385 Walters earns ‘Artist of Excellence’ award te 2026-04-09T14:40:14.376Z Walters earns ‘Artist of Excellence’ award Sedona artist Curt Walters came back from a trip to the Booth Western Art Museum in Georgia with a small glass obelisk engraved with his name and the words “Artist of Excellence Award.” While there, he was attending an event for artists and art enthusiasts, who applauded Walters’ life work. “There w Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ba493fb569bd90862359 Vulnerable Dem incumbent caught calling home state ‘stolen land’ in resurfaced video te 2026-04-09T14:40:09.696Z Vulnerable Dem incumbent caught calling home state ‘stolen land’ in resurfaced video A House Democrat running for re-election in a battleground district previously said his home state was "stolen land" and claimed racism was "embedded" into nearly everything, according to a resurfaced video reviewed by Fox News Digital.  "We are on stolen land," Rep. Gabe Vasquez, N.M., said in 2020 before entering Congress during an interview with a New Mexico-based outlet. He added the land used to be Mexican territory and before that was inhabited by Native Americans. "Just about every part of life that we experience has some racism embedded into it," Vasquez continued. "I have become less optimistic about where this country stands in terms of being able to eradicate racism, because it is intergenerational. It is passed on. It is embedded into our system." Vasquez, who is seeking a third term in November, made the remarks while serving as a city councilmember of Las Cruces — the largest city in his southwestern New Mexico district. He entered Congress in January 2023 after defeating a Republican incumbent while positioning himself as a moderate. TEXAS DEM SENATE PRIMARY FRACTURES OVER RACE RHETORIC AS ‘MEDIOCRE’ JAB, ‘OPPRESSOR’ REMARKS IGNITE BACKLASH Vasquez also suggested that he was open to replacing some of the city’s police officers with licensed psychologists and clinicians to respond to certain events during the interview.  "Those are the types of things that I'm committed to supporting, where if we do have to take budget away from a specific department, whether you know, it be police or otherwise," Vasquez said, adding that he believed it was unnecessary with the current budget. "If we don't need those positions anymore, if we don't need those budget line items anymore, then we need to get rid of them," he continued. "And that's a decision I'm happy to try to champion at the city council." Vasquez in 2020 appeared to justify rioting following the death of George Floyd, CNN’s KFile first reported. He also voiced support for the defund the police movement while using a pseudonym during an interview with a local outlet at a Black Lives Matter protest that year. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) said Vasquez has been an unequivocal supporter of law enforcement during his House tenure in a statement to Fox News Digital.  "Rep. Vasquez has supported increased funding for law enforcement for his entire political career, including over $4 billion for state and local police as Congressman just this year," DCCC spokesperson Anna Elsasser said. The New Mexico Democrat has joined the majority of House Democrats in refusing to fund federal immigration enforcement absent reforms, including the tightening of warrant requirements and prohibiting officers from wearing masks. NEW DEM STAR'S QUICK HARD-LEFT TURN AFTER 'MODERATE' CAMPAIGN WON HER COVETED RESPONSE TO TRUMP: LAWMAKER The Republican National Committee sharply criticized Vasquez’s prior comments in a statement to Fox News Digital.  "Gabe Vasquez is a truly sick individual who may have a terminal case of the woke mind virus," RNC spokesman Zach Kraft said in a statement. "He should get the help he needs to realize how insane it is to call every single American racist, and he should be nowhere near Congress."  Vasquez is a top target of national Republicans, who are mounting a second attempt to unseat him after he improved his performance in 2024 despite Trump carrying the district. The nonpartisan Cook Political Report shifted the race from "toss-up" to "lean Democrat" in January, citing President Donald Trump's declining job approval and Democrats’ strong electoral performance in 2025.  Fox News Digital reached out to Vasquez’s campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7ba493fb569bd90862350 DAVID MARCUS: Trump's high-stakes geopolitical poker is restoring US power te 2026-04-09T14:40:09.123Z DAVID MARCUS: Trump's high-stakes geopolitical poker is restoring US power Henry Nao once penned a fascinating article in Commentary magazine in which he argued that the foreign policy of Barack Obama was like a jigsaw puzzle, while the more traditional approach of George W. Bush was like a chessboard. In more recent years, I have often wondered what President Donald Trump’s game is.  Today, as Operation Epic Fury in Iran appears to wind down, it has become clear that Trump plays foreign policy like a massive geopolitical poker game, and that he is holding a winning hand. What Nao meant about Obama’s jigsaw style is that, under his "lead from behind" approach, every nation on Earth, friend and foe alike, holds a piece of a global puzzle, and if we all just put them down in the right place, the world’s problems will be solved. The problem with the jigsaw puzzle approach is that countries such as Russia and China, to say nothing of Iran, have very different ideas about what picture the finished puzzle should show, and therefore, the pieces never quite fit. IRAN WAR NEARS ‘COMPLETION’ AS TRUMP EYES DEADLINE — WHAT THE ENDGAME COULD LOOK LIKE In the chessboard method of foreign policy, as used by both Bush administrations, great nations control territory on the board either by possessing it or threatening it from afar. In times of war, there are sometimes checkmates, but generally, the goal is to maintain balance. It is this very global balance that Trump rejects and which has led him to eschew the chessboard in favor of the riskier game of poker. He views the last 40 years of global balance as a time when the United States has been badly taken advantage of. Trump’s expressed desire to obtain Greenland is a perfect example of his worldview. He knows, as does everyone else, that when push comes to shove, it will be the American taxpayer who funds the defense of the crucial Arctic island against Russia and China, so why should Denmark control it? STEVE FORBES: IRAN’S NUCLEAR INSANITY LEAVES AMERICA AND ALLIES NO ROOM TO BLINK It is in Iran, with Operation Epic Freedom, where we see the president’s geopolitical poker style in clearest relief. His ultimatums have been "antes." His threat to destroy Iranian civilization forced their leaders to push their most precious asset, the Strait of Hormuz, into the middle of the table. Trump knows two things here. One, as he likes to say himself, he holds the better cards. Two, and maybe more importantly, he has a near infinite stake. He didn’t fold in accepting a two-week ceasefire, because he can end it any time he wants. Any day could be bridge and power plant day. Trump-deranged naysayers insist that Iran has won the war. But let’s look at what the United States has achieved here, or so to speak, the pots that Trump has won. WINNING THE BATTLES, LOSING THE WAR? AMERICA MUST DEFINE THE ENDGAME IN IRAN Ayatollah Khamenei and his 150 or so closest friends in the regime are dead, Iran’s military is in shambles, and its nuclear program, whatever is left of it, is further degraded. Most importantly, over the last month, Israel, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states have been in a united fight against Iran. If I had told you that would happen when Trump came down the golden escalator, you would have laughed at me. Some say this was a failure because Trump didn’t follow through. But a month ago, he said to the Iranian people, "we’re going to take out your leaders and then the rest is up to you." We did that, and whether or not the people there are able to rise up and throw out the government is, as it always was, up to them. TRUMP FIGHTING FIERCE BATTLES, AT HOME AND ABROAD: WHY HE CASUALLY DISMISSES THE CONSEQUENCES Trump doesn’t want a forever war, and we aren’t getting one. It remains to be seen, but it is very likely that a military dictatorship is still preferable to a death-cult theocracy. Like any good poker player, Trump knows how to bluff on the global stage, and even when he folds one hand, it always gives him crucial information about his opponent, be it Iran, or even NATO. What Trump is really doing is resetting the global order away from one in which the United States finances its own decline in influence, to one in which we control what we pay for. The president is willing to upend the global balance to achieve this goal because he believes it is that very balance that is holding America back. Trump will not play the slow game of foreign-policy chess in which draws are the norm, nor will he pretend to play jigsaw with our committed foes. Instead, Trump will continue to play the hand that voters gave him, and he has plenty of cards left to throw down. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM DAVID MARCUS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b7eb3fb569bd908622a9 Amazon CEO takes aim at Nvidia, Intel, Starlink, more in annual shareholder letter te 2026-04-09T14:30:03.970Z Amazon CEO takes aim at Nvidia, Intel, Starlink, more in annual shareholder letter Andy Jassy's annual shareholder letter reads something like a diss track to a wide range of competitors as he defends spending $200 billion in capex. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b5973fb569bd90862259 Diners blast Kelce-Mahomes steakhouse over $650 meal: 'Not good' te 2026-04-09T14:20:07.636Z Diners blast Kelce-Mahomes steakhouse over $650 meal: 'Not good' → A diner's $650 tab sparks backlash over prices and service at Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' steakhouse. → Red Lobster's endless deals draw crowds, but experts warn the strategy may be dragging profits under. → At one of sports' most exclusive events, the shock isn't the golf — it's the unbelievably low food prices. → More tipping screens are coming to Starbucks, fueling debate over rising expectations and barista pay. → A decade-old egg promise is in doubt as supply shocks rattle one fast-food giant. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER → Foods like chocolate and cheese may boost longevity, according to new research — with some important caveats. → A Topo Chico drought is reshaping the beverage aisle as shoppers chase trendy hydration trends. → A bold bird taps on windows for snacks, charming neighbors while helping himself to free meals. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOOD AND DRINK NEWS → A celebrity chef's unexpected holiday favorite shocks guests at first — then disappears from plates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b5963fb569bd9086224a F.B.I. Arrests Ex-Army Employee Who Detailed Harassment to Journalist te 2026-04-09T14:20:06.476Z F.B.I. Arrests Ex-Army Employee Who Detailed Harassment to Journalist Courtney Williams, who worked at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, was accused of leaking classified information to a reporter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b3433fb569bd908621b1 'Superman' actress Valerie Perrine's official cause of death revealed: report te 2026-04-09T14:10:11.102Z 'Superman' actress Valerie Perrine's official cause of death revealed: report Valerie Perrine’s cause of death was listed as acute cardiopulmonary arrest with the underlying cause of Parkinson’s disease, according to a report. Also known as sudden cardiac arrest, the condition was confirmed on her death certificate, which was obtained by People. Dementia was also a contributing factor in the "Superman" actress’ death, according to the Los Angeles Department of Health, People reported. MARTIN SHORT'S DAUGHTER KATHERINE'S CAUSE OF DEATH REVEALED Perrine, who died on March 23 at 82, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015. "It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away," her longtime friend, Stacey Souther, shared on social media at the time. "She faced Parkinson’s disease with incredible courage and compassion, never once complaining. She was a true inspiration who lived life to the fullest — and what a magnificent life it was." Souther added, "The world feels less beautiful without her in it. I love you, Valerie. I’ll see you on the other side." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Perrine was known for her roles in 1974’s "Lenny," a biopic about Lenny Bruce, for which she received an Academy Award nomination, and 1978’s "Superman" in which she played Lex Luthor’s girlfriend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER After playing the same role in 1980’s "Superman II," she turned to TV opposite Harvey Korman in "Leo & Liz in Beverly Hills." She also later did two episodes of "ER" and three episodes of "Nash Bridges," had an eight-episode arc on "As the World Turns" and had a role in 2000’s "What Women Want," among dozens of other parts. Her breakout role was in George Roy Hill’s 1972 adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut’s "Slaughterhouse-Five." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b3423fb569bd908621a8 CNN's Dana Bash says that objective reporting no longer means just 'giving all sides' te 2026-04-09T14:10:10.536Z CNN's Dana Bash says that objective reporting no longer means just 'giving all sides' CNN anchor Dana Bash said "objective reporting" no longer means giving "all sides" of an issue. The "Inside Politics" host was featured in an April cover spread for Modern Luxury's DC magazine as one of Washington's "steadiest voices" based on her habit of "interrogating inconsistencies" in her guests and pushing back on incomplete narratives. "Where once the journalistic mandate was often framed as presenting opposing viewpoints and allowing the audience to decide, Bash argues that such symmetry no longer suffices," the article stated. CNN HOST GETS IN HEATED EXCHANGE WITH GOP REP OVER TRUMP'S INDICTMENT: 'JUST DOESN'T MAKE SENSE' Bash argued that objective reporting now means explaining when a person says something false or misleading instead of presenting all sides. "Objective reporting doesn't mean just giving all sides of the issue," Bash said. "Objective reporting now, rightly so, means explaining what somebody says when it's false or when it's not right or when it's misleading." Bash also spoke about holding strong against "increasing hostility" toward the media by some "political figures." "It's intimidation," Bash said. "There have been different governments over decades who have tried to do that. And when it's successful, that's when it gets scary in a democracy. The principle is not to succumb to that." KATIE COURIC REJECTS 'BOTHSIDESISM' IN NEWS COVERAGE, SAYS PEOPLE DON'T WANT 'JUST THE FACTS' Fox News Digital reached out to CNN and the White House for comment. Bash has a history of sparring with guests on her show. In January, she pressed then-Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino on the deadly shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent after Bovino claimed Pretti intended to do "maximum damage" before his death. "There’s no evidence that he was perpetrating violence," Bash argued. "And there’s no evidence, unless you have it, and we’d love to see it if there is, that he was intending to massacre law enforcement other than the fact that he was there, and he had a gun lawfully." TRUMP ALLIES REJECT CNN CHYRON IN REAL TIME, SAY WHITE HOUSE NOT 'REELING' FROM SUSIE WILES INTERVIEW "He meant to be there beforehand. Again, Dana, he came there beforehand for a reason," Bovino said. "How do you know that? How do you know that?" Bash asked. "Because he was there, because he was there," Bovino responded. She also had a contentious interview with then-vice presidential candidate JD Vance in 2024 after Vance defended claims that migrants in Springfield, Ohio were "eating their pets." "I think that if Kamala Harris and Tim Walz were making unsubstantiated claims that had racist undertones about people eating dogs and cats, I would, and they didn‘t answer the questions about that, then I would have similar interactions with them. As you know, I am very grateful that you come on the show, as I am for other Republicans. But this is something that you’re hearing from constituents. I did a lot of reporting. I’ve talked to people in Ohio over the weekend, and they’re really worried about these claims," Bash said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b33b3fb569bd90862186 Final 2 days to save up to $500 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 ticket te 2026-04-09T14:10:03.431Z Final 2 days to save up to $500 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 ticket Ticket discounts of up to $500 will end tomorrow, April 10, at 11:59 p.m. PT. After that, prices for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 go up again. Miss this, and you’ll be paying more for the same access to one of the most anticipated tech epicenters of the year. Register now to lock in these savings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b0ed3fb569bd9086213c Coconino County Education Service Agency announces its 2026 Teacher of the Year finalists te 2026-04-09T14:00:13.044Z Coconino County Education Service Agency announces its 2026 Teacher of the Year finalists The award recognizes exceptional full-time teachers in preschool through 12th grade classrooms across the county. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b0e93fb569bd90862111 Minnesota fraud scandal: Sixth family member who met with AG Ellison set to plead guilty te 2026-04-09T14:00:09.092Z Minnesota fraud scandal: Sixth family member who met with AG Ellison set to plead guilty Yet another member of a family within Minnesota’s Somali community is expected to plead guilty Thursday in the massive fraud scandal that has drawn national attention and prompted criticism of Attorney General Keith Ellison over a meeting he held with members of the family in question.  Gandi Mohamed, 45, is expected to either plead guilty at a change of plea hearing scheduled for Thursday or choose to enter a plea of no contest, which would allow him to accept conviction and be sentenced without admitting guilt, according to court records. Mohamed is the sixth member of his family who would be pleading guilty in the scheme prosecutors say fraudulently claimed to be serving meals while instead pocketing $14 million from the federal child nutrition program, Fox 9 Minneapolis reported. Center of the American Experiment policy fellow Bill Glahn told Fox News Digital that "it’s good that he and his co-conspirators have all been convicted in the case, however, a courtroom trial would have been a useful exercise to show the public the scope and scale of the fraud." TOM EMMER CALLS FOR TIM WALZ, KEITH ELLISON TO 'SERVE JAIL TIME' IF FRAUD COVERUP ALLEGATIONS ARE TRUE The Mohamed family was present at the now infamous 2021 meeting between Ellison and members of the Somali community where would-be fraudsters could be heard asking the state's attorney general to help them secure more funding, before the conversation turned to campaign donations. "The only way that we can protect what we have is by inserting ourselves into the political arena. Putting our votes where it needs to be. But most importantly, putting our dollars in the right place. And supporting candidates that will fight to protect our interests," one of the Somali community members says in the recording. "That's right," Ellison responds. JOSH HAWLEY STANDS BY ACCUSATIONS AFTER FIERY SENATE HEARING CLASH WITH MINNESOTA AG ELLISON Ellison has denied any wrongdoing regarding the recording, saying he was completely unaware of the fraudsters' crimes at the time of the meeting. The meeting occurred before any convictions in the case and before President Joe Biden’s Department of Justice had indicted anyone.  "I took a meeting in good faith with people I didn’t know and some turned out to have done bad things. I did nothing for them and took nothing from them," Ellison wrote in an April 2025 op-ed for the Minnesota Star Tribune. Following that meeting, Gandi gave the maximum $2,500 campaign donation to Ellison that the attorney general returned to the Department of Justice in 2025. TRUMP ADMIN SCORES MINNESOTA COURT WIN IN MEDICAID FRAUD CRACKDOWN "Our Attorney General, Keith Ellison, is not only looking the other way but doing so after taking donations from these very fraudsters," Republican Dalia al-Aqidi who is running for Congress in Minneapolis against Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., told Fox News Digital. "This is a betrayal of every Minnesotan who trusted him with that office." Al-Aqidi explained that the voters in her district are "furious" about the fraud scandal. "Which is why I've rolled out a five-point plan to prevent fraud before it starts," al-Aqidi said. "This isn't just about taxpayers, it's about people who really need food and housing. Preventing fraud isn't complicated, it just takes the political will to stop this type of abuse. It's clear that this scheme is being used to buy votes, and that has to stop." Fox News Digital’s Anders Hagstrom and Alexis McAdams contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b0e83fb569bd90862108 Homan warns Spanberger blocking access to Virginia jails could force more ICE street operations: 'Do the job' te 2026-04-09T14:00:08.500Z Homan warns Spanberger blocking access to Virginia jails could force more ICE street operations: 'Do the job' President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, blasted Democratic Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger over her policies surrounding federal immigration officials and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer requests that have been ignored by the state under her leadership.  Homan sat down with Fox News Digital for an exclusive interview, where he said if Spanberger is unwilling to cooperate with federal law enforcement, the border czar is willing to "send more teams into the streets."  "Elections have consequences," Homan explained. "[Spanberger] ran on a law enforcement position that she was a career law enforcement person. [She] is a much different person now since she’s in that governor’s slot." TRUMP BORDER CZAR LEAVES DOOR OPEN TO ICE DEPLOYMENT IN OTHER SANCTUARY CITIES AS FEDS LEAVE MINNEAPOLIS "Bottom line is, I wish she'd take a page out of the Minnesota chapter when the president sent me to Minneapolis to get more cooperation with the county jailers, which means less public safety threats in the communities," Homan added. The border czar said "ICE is not going to stop enforcing law" and that if blue states like Virginia continue to uphold strict sanctuary laws, the Trump administration will deploy more immigration enforcement agents into the streets. "We'll just send more teams into the streets, into the neighborhoods," Homan told Fox News Digital. "Because we're going to do the job that President Trump promised, to make his country safer again, especially against illegal aliens that committed other crimes while they're here." WEST VIRGINIA WORKED WITH ICE — 650 ARRESTS LATER, OFFICIALS SAY MINNESOTA-STYLE 'CHAOS' IS A CHOICE A Washington Post-Schar School poll released earlier this week showed a dramatic 46% of Virginians disapprove of Spanberger’s job performance --- the lowest since 1994 compared to previous Republican and Democratic Virginia governors. Spanberger addressed the decades-high disapproval poll while speaking with reporters on Wednesday.  "I would say if everyone hated me, then why is everyone putting my face on their mailers, for the referendum, would be question number one," Spanberger said. "The only poll that matters, is my election, 17 point win, and now I'm doing the work for Virginians, so what matters to me in the end, is what I'm delivering for the people." In early February, Spanberger issued an executive directive cutting off collaboration between state agencies and federal immigration officials. HOMAN VOWS IMMIGRATION MISSION 'WON'T SKIP A BEAT' AS BONDI EXITS DOJ She also rescinded the 287(g) program put in place by former Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin.  Youngkin’s program authorized local law enforcement to carry out certain immigration enforcement duties while operating under ICE supervision. This includes stopping the release of undocumented individuals with criminal records and helping federal immigration agencies identify those already held in local jails. Homan said the concept of releasing illegal migrants accused of committing crimes from jail without notifying ICE is "ridiculous." "These people are in the country illegally, they commit a serious crime, public safety crime, and the local jurisdiction chooses to release them into the community rather than turning them over to ICE," Homan told Fox News Digital.  HOMAN BLASTS ‘AGITATORS’ ACCUSED OF HELPING RAPE SUSPECT EVADE ICE: 'THEY'RE JUST IDIOTS' "The Department of Justice has got lawsuits pending against sanctuary jurisdictions," Homan added. "I think they'll win them in the long run, because I think sanctuary cities are illegal." "We're out there trying to educate these sanctuary cities that if you let us in the jail… that means less of our agents are in the street," he said. Homan also said the administration has their "foot on the gas" when it comes to enforcing the president’s campaign promise to secure the border and deport migrants living in the U.S. illegally, while echoing a popular message from the administration that criminal migrants will be the first to go.  "As a guy who's done this over 40 years, you have a criminal here and a non-criminal here, you're always gonna get the criminal first because they pose the biggest threat to our neighborhood," Homan explained. "Prioritization will remain public safety threats and national security threats." HOMAN FIRES BACK AT BOOKER AFTER SENATOR VOICES 'OUTRAGE' OVER ICE AIRPORT DEPLOYMENTS "But as I said from day one, if you're in the country legally, you're not off the table," Homan added. "And if we find you, we're gonna arrest you and deport you." Homan has served as the border czar since the beginning of the Trump administration. Kristi Noem formerly served as DHS secretary prior to her reassignment in March. Secretary Markwayne Mullin, who served in the U.S. Senate as a Republican representing Oklahoma, was appointed to the role following Noem’s departure.  Mullin affirmed that he believes sanctuary cities are not lawful during an interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier earlier this month, and Mullin has been leading DHS during a spending fight and partial government shutdown over funding for his department.  Homan told Fox News Digital he thinks Mullin is the right man for the job and said he talks to Mullin daily, "if not several times a day." "I think he's the right guy, the right time, and the right job," Homan said. "I think you're going to see great things from Markwayne Mullin." Fox News Digital reached out to Spanberger but did not receive a response in time for publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b0e63fb569bd908620fa At Least One Dead After Parking Garage Partially Collapses in Philadelphia te 2026-04-09T14:00:06.917Z At Least One Dead After Parking Garage Partially Collapses in Philadelphia Two others are missing after a roof segment fell in a building under construction on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7b0e33fb569bd908620de Spotify now lets everyone turn off all videos in its app te 2026-04-09T14:00:03.913Z Spotify now lets everyone turn off all videos in its app The controls can be used to choose an audio-first experience on the app or a video-enhanced one, Spotify says. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a9ef3fb569bd90861f33 Instagram expands its movie inspired content restrictions for teens internationally te 2026-04-09T13:30:23.355Z Instagram expands its movie inspired content restrictions for teens internationally Instagram first debuted its movie rating inspired content settings in limited countries in 2025. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a7b13fb569bd90861eab Federal judge blocks Trump admin effort to end temporary protected status for Ethiopia te 2026-04-09T13:20:49.137Z Federal judge blocks Trump admin effort to end temporary protected status for Ethiopia A federal judge has postponed the Trump administration's termination of temporary protected status (TPS) for Ethiopia. "Plaintiffs brought suit to challenge the lawfulness of the termination, arguing that Defendants had violated the TPS statute, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the Equal Protection Clause. Before the Court is Plaintiffs’ motion to postpone the effective date of the termination pending resolution of the merits. Because Defendants terminated Ethiopia’s TPS designation without regard for the process delineated by Congress, the Court will grant Plaintiffs’ motion," Judge Brian Murphy of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts wrote. The judge was nominated by then-President Joe Biden in 2024, according to the court's website. BIDEN-APPOINTED JUDGE TWICE SHUT DOWN BY SCOTUS FACES 'ACTIVIST' FIRE AFTER LATEST TRUMP POLICY BLOCK Last year, then-Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem issued a notice indicating that the TPS designation for Ethiopia would be terminated as of Feb. 13 at 11:59 p.m. But that move did not take effect, as it was stymied amid legal wranglings. "Fundamental to this case — and indeed to our constitutional system — is the principle that the will of the President does not supersede that of Congress. Presidential whims do not and cannot supplant agencies’ statutory obligations," Murphy wrote in the April 8 memorandum and order. TRUMP ADMIN UNLAWFULLY TERMINATED LEGAL STATUS OF MIGRANTS WHO USED BIDEN-ERA APP, JUDGE RULES "The Constitution requires that the President 'take Care that the Laws be faithfully executed,' a directive which includes enforcing the laws in accordance with congressional commands. And administrative agencies granted executive authority by Congress may operate only within the bounds Congress has set. Yet, in this case, Defendants have disregarded both that foundational principle and the statutory scheme enacted by Congress," he asserted. Fox News Digital reached out to the White House and DHS for comment on Thursday. BIDEN-APPOINTED JUDGE WHO SLAPPED DOWN TRUMP DEPORTATION POLICY PREVIOUSLY REBUKED BY SCOTUS "This stay by radical, Biden-appointed Judge Brian Murphy is just the latest example of judicial activists trying to prevent President Trump from restoring integrity to America's legal immigration system," DHS asserted in a statement provided to CBS News. "Temporary means temporary. Country conditions — including armed conflicts —in Ethiopia have improved to the point that it no longer meets the law's requirement for Temporary Protected Status. The Trump administration is putting Americans first." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a5313fb569bd90861e3b Fitness guru Jillian Michaels opens up about skipping school for Taco Bell runs during food addiction te 2026-04-09T13:10:09.358Z Fitness guru Jillian Michaels opens up about skipping school for Taco Bell runs during food addiction Fitness guru Jillian Michaels opened up about her prior food addiction on the "Hang Out with Sean Hannity" podcast, saying she continued to use food for comfort even while trying to lose weight. "I will never forget it," Michaels said. "I would skip school [and] go to the Taco Bell drive-thru. When I was even still taking the weight off, I would still utilize food for comfort." In the episode, which dropped Thursday, Michaels described food as "probably the only addiction I’ve struggled with in my life." DR OZ BLASTS 'WHITE FOODS' AS OBESITY DRIVERS AS FEDERAL DIETARY GUIDELINES CONTINUE TO MAKE WAVES She even recalled her go-to Taco Bell order from that time. "Two bean and cheese burritos with no onions and extra cheese, a Taco Supreme and a Diet Coke," Michaels said, laughing about the irony of the latter. She added that she still remembers it years later. Michaels has been open about her journey to health and wellness in the past, frequently sharing how her early struggles with weight shaped her approach to fitness. FDA BANS RED FOOD DYE DUE TO POTENTIAL CANCER RISK She went on to become a household name as a trainer on NBC’s "The Biggest Loser," known for her tough approach that emphasized discipline and accountability. She has since built a career around promoting disciplined exercise and nutrition through books, programs and media appearances and has been a proponent of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. Michaels has frequently highlighted highly processed foods as a driving factor in America's chronic disease epidemic and the obesity crisis, telling Fox News Digital in a recent interview that four of the biggest lobbies in the country — "Big Ag, Big Food, Big Pharma, Big Insurance" — are standing in the way of broader success. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a5303fb569bd90861e32 Brad Pitt accuses Angelina Jolie of dragging out $164M winery dispute as key evidence allegedly disappears te 2026-04-09T13:10:08.805Z Brad Pitt accuses Angelina Jolie of dragging out $164M winery dispute as key evidence allegedly disappears Brad Pitt accused Angelina Jolie of dragging out the former couple's intense $164 million winery dispute as key evidence allegedly slips away. Jolie requested to push the trial start date by nine months to late 2027 as the two continue to argue over whether the actress breached her contract with Pitt when selling her stake in the jointly owned vineyard, Miraval. Pitt's legal team insisted the delay risks the loss of critical witness testimony, claiming "important evidence is disappearing." "One key witness, Ms. Jolie’s former business manager, Terry Bird, has unfortunately passed away," a joint status report obtained by Fox News Digital read. "Plaintiffs understand that another potential key witness, Ms. Jolie’s transactional lawyer, Laurent Schummer, is likely too ill to testify. This is yet another reason that a nine-month delay of the trial date would prejudice Plaintiffs." Pitt's team further argued the ongoing winery dispute has left him "deprived of the quiet enjoyment of his home in France." BRAD PITT PHOTOSHOOT FIRES ‘SUBLIMINAL’ SHOT AT ANGELINA JOLIE AMID WINERY WAR: EXPERT "The wine business associated with the French château has also suffered, as the business has been stymied by the dispute between the château’s indirect shareholders and by Stoli’s repeated efforts to interfere with, and gain control of, the château," the court docs claimed. Stoli Group’s subsidiary acquired Jolie’s stake in the winery. "This dispute should be resolved as soon as possible so that all parties—including Mr. Pitt—can move on with their lives." Jolie's team claimed there is "no evidence anywhere" that Pitt's ability to live in the chateau "has been impacted by this case one iota." Jolie's team pointed to the complexity of the Miraval case as the main reason behind the proposed delay. According to the court filing, the case simply isn't ready, as it hinges on ongoing international discovery, unresolved legal issues and incomplete evidence gathering. Her team noted key depositions haven't even begun, major discovery disputes remain and even the full list of parties isn’t finalized due to pending motions and appeals. A source close to the proceedings told Fox News Digital the parties are in the process of working out an agreed trial date. BRAD PITT WINS COURT RULING FORCING ANGELINA JOLIE TO REVEAL PRIVATE MESSAGES Legal experts weighed in on Jolie’s apparent effort to delay the winery trial, linking the move to shifting momentum in Pitt’s favor. "Angelina Jolie is almost certainly trying to delay the trial out of concern of an adverse decision, especially since Brad recently secured a favorable ruling against her," Jordan Matthews, of Holtz Matthews LLP, told Fox News Digital. The lawyer added, "Her request for a trial continuance makes it look like she’s hiding information and looks weak." Entertainment attorney Tre Lovell explained Jolie's request to push the trial start back isn't "necessarily a weakness." "If the trial date is pushed to November 2027, and Pitt’s ability to enjoy the winery is impacted, he may be more inclined to work a deal as opposed to waiting another year and a half," Lovell, of The Lovell Firm, told Fox News Digital. "So, he has a significant reason to have the trial as soon as possible." Lovell also underscored how logistical hurdles in the court system can stall cases well beyond their original timelines. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "The legal process can often be bogged down with issues that come up and push trial dates but with many of the courts in Los Angeles having so many cases, once a trial is continued, there may not be another available date for more than a year." Pitt first sued Jolie over the sale of her stake in Château Miraval in 2022 after the actress sold her stake to a subsidiary of the Stoli Group. Jolie attempted to sell her company, Nouvel, to Tenute Del Mondo, a subsidiary of the Stoli Group, in 2021, effectively transferring her 50% ownership interest in Miraval. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Pitt has fought this sale, claiming the move breached a contract between the two. Pitt and Jolie bought a controlling stake in Château Miraval in 2008 and spent time at the home throughout their relationship. After Pitt sued Jolie, the actress' company accused the actor of running a "vindictive campaign" to "loot" the profitable business since she first filed for divorce in 2016. Nouvel accused Pitt of "hijacking" Château Miraval and "wasting" the company's assets on unnecessary renovation projects, including spending $1 million on swimming pool renovations, according to court documents previously obtained by Fox News Digital. Pitt and Jolie are expected to face off in court over the winery dispute in 2027. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a5303fb569bd90861e29 CHAD WOLF: China's AI mockery shows the fight for the Americas is underway te 2026-04-09T13:10:08.245Z CHAD WOLF: China's AI mockery shows the fight for the Americas is underway Recently, China’s embassy in Washington posted an AI-generated video mocking President Donald Trump’s proposed Shield of the Americas summit. The point was to paint the United States as paranoid, overbearing and desperate to cling to influence in Latin America. The video was cheap, Chinese Communist Party propaganda. But it was also revealing. Beijing no longer feels the need to hide its contempt. It is comfortable jeering at the United States in public, and specifically its influence in the Western Hemisphere, a region Washington once treated as its uncontested strategic backyard. That shift should concern Americans far more than the video itself. Today, under President Donald Trump and Secretary Marco Rubio’s leadership, an economically stable and secure Western Hemisphere is now a key national security priority of the United States. Most notably, that includes confronting and limiting the expansion of Chinese influence in the region. AI RAISES THE STAKES FOR NATIONAL SECURITY. HERE’S HOW TO GET IT RIGHT China has spent years extending its reach across Latin America through ports, power projects, mining, telecom equipment, and digital infrastructure. That influence is not just commercial but political. It creates dependency, builds leverage, and gives Beijing a foothold in America’s backyard. It also creates significant national security threats to the American people.  Now add artificial intelligence to the picture. China’s use of AI propaganda is more than a gimmick. It’s a reminder that Beijing sees this all-important technology not only as a business opportunity but an instrument of state power. PALANTIR CTO WARNS US HAS ONLY 'EIGHT DAYS OF WEAPONS' IN HYPOTHETICAL BATTLE AGAINST CHINA Those are the real stakes. Not who posts the cleverest video on social media, but who builds the hardware, writes the standards, controls the networks and supplies the systems that everyone else will depend on in an AI age. Washington has started to grasp this, though not always gracefully. One sign is the way policymakers have begun looking at technology dealmaking through a national security lens. Take Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s acquisition of Juniper Networks that the Department of Justice cleared and the U.S. intelligence community blessed. It received regulatory scrutiny, as mergers should, but few antitrust concerns existed. However, the broader question was whether the United States could afford to hobble one of its own networking players while China continues backing its national champions with the full weight of the state. That does not mean every merger should get a free pass because China exists. It does mean Washington has to stop pretending this is a normal market contest between firms operating on a level playing field. It isn’t. American companies answer to shareholders and regulators. Chinese firms, in the end, answer to the state, their intelligence apparatus and its strategic ambitions. AMERICA MUST POWER AI WITH SPEED AND DISCIPLINE — OR CHINA WILL DOMINATE That matters in telecommunications. It matters in AI. And it matters in every layer of the digital economy, which is growing inseparable from geopolitical power. The same logic applies to semiconductors, cloud capacity, export controls and secure communications networks. These are often discussed as technical policy issues. They are not. They are the plumbing of power. Countries that control them shape the choices of countries that do not. Beijing understands this well. That’s why it subsidizes key industries, protects its own firms, pushes its standards abroad, and uses state media and diplomatic channels to attack American initiatives before they gain traction. WHITE HOUSE UNVEILS ITS FIRST FEDERAL AI FRAMEWORK, PUSHES CONGRESS TO ACT 'THIS YEAR'  The mockery aimed at President Trump’s Shield of the Americas follows that pattern. It is not a serious argument. It is narrative warfare: make U.S. efforts look absurd, make Chinese expansion look normal and encourage the notion that America is in retreat. That is how influence erodes. Not all at once, but piece by piece. The real threat facing the American people is a global political and cultural elite that believes Beijing is the future and Washington is too divided, slow, or unserious to compete. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The answer is not to imitate China’s propaganda machine. America does not need better AI taunts from its embassies. It needs strategic seriousness. That means investing in domestic technological strength, building trusted alternatives with allies, and making sure regulators understand that market structure and national power are no longer separate questions. It also means recognizing that America cannot defend its position in the world while treating the tech sector as if it’s politically neutral. China’s joke only works because Beijing believes the United States still does not fully understand the nature of the contest. It’s time the U.S. proved them wrong. Because the countries that build the systems of the future will not just dominate markets. They will shape the political, military, and economic order of the world for decades to come.  CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM CHAD WOLF Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a52f3fb569bd90861e20 Debra Messing says anti-Israel activists’ Iran silence exposes ‘hypocrisy’ te 2026-04-09T13:10:07.676Z Debra Messing says anti-Israel activists’ Iran silence exposes ‘hypocrisy’ Actress Debra Messing said anti-Israel activists' silence on Iran is "the boldest example of hypocrisy."  "The fact that the pro-Palestinian people are silent about that is the boldest example of hypocrisy," Messing said on the "Being Jewish with Jonah Platt" podcast Tuesday.  Messing made the remarks as she discussed her advocacy following the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel and her decision to speak out publicly on Israel and broader Middle East issues. She framed her comments around what she sees as a lack of consistency from anti-Israel activists that have been specifically vocal against the country.  OPERATION EPIC FURY: HOW AMERICA'S AIR POWER IS CRUSHING IRAN’S TERROR REGIME "I have to speak out," Messing said, explaining her decision to weigh in publicly on geopolitical issues. She pointed specifically to Iran, raising concerns about what she described as a lack of attention from activists. "What’s happening in Iran?" Messing asked. "It’s actually thrilling to see, because we’ve all known that it was a fraud." IRANIAN-AMERICAN DEMOCRAT 'INCREDIBLY DISAPPOINTED' WITH PARTY'S RESPONSE TO US-ISRAEL STRIKES "And now they have proved it with their silence," she said. Her remarks came as part of a broader reflection on how her advocacy has shifted since Oct. 7, which she described as a turning point. "There’s absolutely no option. We have to get out there and defend Israel, defend the Israeli people," Messing said. BRITISH-IRANIAN ACTRESS ASKS 'WHERE ARE THE COLLEGE CAMPUSES' PROTESTING THE IRANIAN REGIME She said she initially approached social media as a space to educate and reform. "I wanted to put out information about Israel, about our history… about Hamas, about the IRGC," she said. "It became very clear very quickly that that was impossible." Messing also described the personal toll of the backlash she had received online. "As soon as I started defending Israel and being a proud Jew… the kind of comments that I get, they are so deranged and hurtful and painful," Messing said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "My first instinct is always to defend myself and to clarify my position," she said. The actress also reflected on her upbringing, recalling that she often felt unsafe expressing her Jewish identity as a child and concealed it in school. "I learned to not talk about being Jewish," she said. "I’ve never felt safe in my entire life until now." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a52d3fb569bd90861e02 Waymo robotaxis are tracking potholes and sharing that data with Waze users te 2026-04-09T13:10:05.534Z Waymo robotaxis are tracking potholes and sharing that data with Waze users Two Alphabet-owned businesses are teaming up to find potholes and share that information with cities. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a52c3fb569bd90861df9 Radify’s sci-fi plasma reactors could break China’s dominance of rare earth elements te 2026-04-09T13:10:04.902Z Radify’s sci-fi plasma reactors could break China’s dominance of rare earth elements Radify Metals is developing a new way to process a variety of metals that promises to be pollution free. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a52c3fb569bd90861df0 Collide Capital raises $95M fund to back fintech, future-of-work startups te 2026-04-09T13:10:04.258Z Collide Capital raises $95M fund to back fintech, future-of-work startups Collide Capital, founded by Brian Hollins and Aaron Samuels, announced Thursday the close of a $95 million Fund II. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a52b3fb569bd90861de7 This founder helped build SpaceX’s most powerful rocket engine. Now he’s building a ‘fighter jet for orbit’ te 2026-04-09T13:10:03.586Z This founder helped build SpaceX’s most powerful rocket engine. Now he’s building a ‘fighter jet for orbit’ The company's novel rocket engine could be a game changer for the U.S. military. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a5293fb569bd90861dd8 Mosaicos llega a Tucson con arte fronterizo que conecta a México y Arizona te 2026-04-09T13:10:01.290Z Mosaicos llega a Tucson con arte fronterizo que conecta a México y Arizona Meme García levanta su brocha con precisión. Un trazo de azul sobre los párpados. Rojo carmesí en los labios. Y en cuestión de minutos, un rostro se transforma en narrativa. El trabajo de García en el maquillaje no solo crea personajes, cruza fronteras, llevándola de escenarios en Sonora a Hollywood, donde su talento convierte la piel en lienzo y la identidad en arte. “Trabajó en la película Apocalypto de Mel Gibson”, dice Betto Robles, el hombre detrás de la cámara que capturó la esencia de la maquillista mientras transformaba a su pareja, Mayra Mungarro, con un estilo de modelo pin-up de los años 50. Betto se une a Daniel Robles como los fotógrafos principales de Mosaicos, una exposición visual y narrativa que llega a Tucson el 23 de abril en el Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center como un evento bicultural. Impulsado por el medio local Conecta Arizona, el proyecto Mosaicos busca ensamblar momentos de vida, color y memoria en un retrato que celebra la belleza migrante y transfronteriza. “El año pasado, para el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, pensábamos qué tipo de proyecto podíamos crear que representara la belleza de los hispanos en Estados Unidos. Así fue como se nos ocurrió un proyecto de ensayo fotográfico que nos acercará a la belleza migrante”, dice Maritza Félix, directora y fundadora de Conecta. Se seleccionaron más de una docena de temas, dice, como “un homenaje a nuestros rostros y nuestros colores, a los sabores y dolores, a los olores y a los recuerdos que nos hacen vibrar y nos atraviesan en este paso por la frontera”.  Mosaicos, una exposición visual y narrativa, se presenta en Tucson.  Cortesia: Conecta Arizona. Así, temas como el glamour, los vaqueros, los tacos y la tinta se transforman en arte a través de la lente de Betto. Y conceptos como la canción, el orgullo, los barberos, el teatro, el maíz, el boxeo, la pintura, la danza y los lowriders son captados por la lente de Daniel. Betto y Daniel, ambos fotógrafos profesionales y hermanos, crearon las imágenes para el proyecto fronterizo: Betto desde Hermosillo, Daniel desde Phoenix, unidos por una visión compartida a través del desierto de Sonora. Mosaicos, una exposición visual y narrativa se presenta en Tucson. La tinta es captada por Betto Robles. Credit: Cortesia Betto Robles “Aquí se diluye un poco la cultura mexicana con la de Estados Unidos”, dice Betto. “La frontera más cercana es Nogales; estamos a menos de cuatro horas de la frontera”. El ambiente bicultural de Sonora está entretejido en sus comunidades, agrega. Además de las fotografías de temas vivos y los creadores, la exposición incorpora textos y poesía de periodistas y artistas que escriben para Conecta Arizona, un medio que documenta historias de comunidades latinas y de la frontera. Esta combinación de imagen y palabra busca ofrecer una experiencia más profunda y reflexiva del patrimonio y el orgullo latino para el público. Mosaicos, una exposición visual y narrativa se presenta en Tucson. El vaquero es captada por Betto Robles. Credit: Cortesia Betto Robles Los colaboradores artísticos Javier Castro Fragoso, Valeria Fernández, Arianny Valles, Judith León, Jonathan Calixto, Mario Zapién, Kelly Key, Celia Montoya, Ana Lissardy y Félix construyen una narrativa basada en imágenes y personajes capturados en ambos lados de la frontera. ¿Qué encontrará el público en la exposición Mosaicos? Betto responde sin titubeos: “Un poco de la esencia de gente haciendo algo —con un oficio o un arte—, la esencia de personas que están creando”. “Siempre se están haciendo noticias sobre migración y problemas actuales, y querían alejarse de eso para buscar la esencia de las situaciones cotidianas”, dice el fotógrafo mexicano de 44 años. Mosaicos, una exposición visual y narrativa se presenta en Tucson. El glamour es captada por Betto Robles. Credit: Cortesia Betto Robles García afila el pincel y, con suavidad, dibuja un ancla turquesa en la mejilla de Mayra. Combina con los párpados pintados de la modelo, quien parece mirar hacia un horizonte desconocido. “Es aquí donde el pincel hace lo suyo”, escribe la autora Kelly Key para la pieza El Glamour de Mosaicos, “porque solo quien habita el territorio lo conoce y se atreve a cincelar la identidad a cada trazo…”. 📍 Detalles del evento 🗓️ Fecha: 23 de abril de 2026 🕕 Hora: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. 📌 Lugar: Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center, 564 S. Stone Ave. 🎟️ Entrada: Gratuita (con registro previo)      The post Mosaicos llega a Tucson con arte fronterizo que conecta a México y Arizona appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7a2d23fb569bd90861d6f Mosaicos arrives in Tucson with borderlands art that unites México and Arizona te 2026-04-09T13:00:02.524Z Mosaicos arrives in Tucson with borderlands art that unites México and Arizona Meme García lifts her brush with precision. A stroke of blue across the eyelids. Crimson red on the lips. And in a matter of minutes, a face transforms into a narrative. Garcia’s work in makeup doesn’t just create characters — it crosses borders, taking her from stages in Sonora to Hollywood, where her talent turns skin into a canvas and identity into art. “She worked on the film “Apocalypto” by Mel Gibson,” says Betto Robles, the man behind the camera who captured the essence of the makeup artist as she transformed her partner, Mayra Mungarro, with a 1950s pin-up model style. Betto joins Daniel Robles as the primary photographers of Mosaicos, a visual and narrative exhibition arriving in Tucson on April 23 at the Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center as a bicultural event. Driven by the local news outlet Conecta Arizona, the Mosaicos project seeks to piece together moments of life, color and memory into a portrait that celebrates migrant and cross-border beauty. “Last year, for Hispanic Heritage Month, we were thinking about what kind of project we could create that would represent the beauty of Hispanics in the United States. That’s how we came up with a photo essay project that would bring us closer to migrant beauty,” says Maritza Félix, director and founder of Conecta. Mosaicos, a visual and narrative exhibition, is presented in Tucson. More than a dozen themes were selected, she says, as “a tribute to our faces and our colors, to the flavors and pains, to the smells and the memories that make us vibrate and move through us in this crossing of the border.” That’s how themes of glamour, cowboys, tacos, and tattoo ink are transformed into art through Betto’s camera lens. And concepts of song, pride, barbers, theater, corn, boxing, painting, dance, and lowriders are captured by Daniel’s lens. Betto and Daniel are both professional photographers and brothers. They created the images for the border project. Betto from Hermosillo, Daniel from Phoenix — united by a shared vision across the Sonoran Desert. “Here, Mexican culture blends somewhat with that of the United States,” Betto says of Hermosillo. “The closest border is Nogales; we’re less than four hours from the border.” Sonora’s bicultural atmosphere is woven into its communities, he says. Mosaicos, a visual and narrative exhibition, is on display in Tucson. The cowboy is captured by Betto Robles. Credit: Cortesia Betto Robles In addition to the photographs of living themes and creators, the exhibition incorporates texts and poetry from journalists and artists writing for Conecta Arizona, a media outlet that documents stories from Latino and borderlands communities. This combination of image and word aims to offer a deeper, more reflective experience of Latino heritage and pride for the public. Artistic collaborators Javier Castro Fragoso, Valeria Fernández, Arianny Valles, Judith León, Jonathan Calixto, Mario Zapién, Kelly Key, Celia Montoya, Ana Lissardy and Félix build a narrative based on images and characters captured on both sides of the border. Mosaicos, a visual and narrative exhibition, is on display in Tucson. The ink is captured by Betto Robles. Credit: Cortesia Betto Robles What will the public find in the Mosaicos exhibition? Betto answers without hesitation: “A bit of the essence of people doing something — with a craft or an art — the essence of people who are creating.” “News stories about migration and current problems are always being made, and they wanted to move away from that and look for the essence of everyday situations,” says the 44-year-old Mexican photographer. Mosaicos, a visual and narrative exhibition, is on display in Tucson. The glamour is captured by Betto Robles. Credit: Cortesia Betto Robles García sharpens the brush and, gently, draws a turquoise boat anchor on Mayra’s cheek. It matches the model’s painted eyelids, as she seems to glance toward an unknown horizon. “This is where the brush does its work,” writes author Kelly Key for Mosaicos’  El Glamour piece, “because only those who inhabit the territory truly know it and dare to carve identity with every stroke…” 📍 Event details 🗓️ Date: April 23, 2026 🕕 Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. 📌 Location: Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center, 564 S. Stone Ave. 🎟️ Admission: Free (registration required) The post Mosaicos arrives in Tucson with borderlands art that unites México and Arizona appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d79e293fb569bd90861cd7 Flagstaff Event Almanac for April 9 te 2026-04-09T12:40:09.387Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for April 9 Apr 9 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d79e253fb569bd90861cab Hasan Piker accuses Bill Maher of being an 'Islamophobe' and demonstrating 'anti-Blackness' te 2026-04-09T12:40:05.893Z Hasan Piker accuses Bill Maher of being an 'Islamophobe' and demonstrating 'anti-Blackness' Controversial Twitch streamer Hasan Piker is dismissing Democrats who refuse to appear on his show, while appearing on other programs. While campaigning with Michigan Democrat Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, who is running for U.S. Senate, Piker was asked by a Politico reporter about Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., refusing to appear on his Twitch stream, while being willing to sit down for interviews with people like Bill Maher. "I mean, this double standard exists in American politics. Islamophobia is often times not considered at all. Bill Maher is not only an Islamophobe, but he has also demonstrated anti-Blackness at every turn, but at the end of the day, he is representative of the same forces of politics in this country that are aligned the establishment goals, and therefore, there’s never a question about participating in his show," Piker told the reporter. Piker did not explain why he believed Maher was an "Islamophobe," nor did he clarify what he meant when he said that the longtime comedian and political host "demonstrated anti-Blackness." MICHIGAN DEMOCRAT DEFENDS APPEARING WITH HASAN PIKER, DISTANCES HIMSELF FROM PODCASTER'S CONTROVERSIAL REMARKS Piker has recently become a flashpoint for Democrats as some fear that platforming the controversial streamer gives Republicans political fodder, while others say that he helps candidates reach a broader audience. The controversial streamer has been criticized for comments that some have characterized as being antisemitic and anti-American. He recently came under fire for saying it "doesn’t matter if f------ rapes happened on October 7. It doesn’t change the dynamic for me." Previously, in a more infamous moment, Piker was slammed for saying during a stream in 2019 that "America deserved 9/11." He later admitted the comments were "inappropriate." Slotkin recently came under fire for her appearance on "Real Time with Bill Maher," with the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) demanding that she apologize. The organization called on Slotkin to denounce Maher's "long history of anti-Muslim bigotry and anti-Arab racism." ILLINOIS DEMOCRAT CONDEMNS PARTY MEMBERS RALLYING WITH FAR-LEFT STREAMER HASAN PIKER Ahead of El-Sayed's event with Piker, Slotkin told Jewish Insider that while she was not familiar with the Twitch streamers language, she was concerned by what she knew about his rhetoric. "Any equating of all Jews or American Jews with Israel and the Israeli government is a problem right off the bat, and then it sounds like, from there, a cascading set of antisemitic tropes and just the kind of rhetoric that is — I want to read for myself, but sounds deeply antisemitic, consistently, and therefore not someone that should be helping anybody out in the Michigan political environment," Slotkin said. In light of the criticism, CAIR and CAIR-Michigan said in the joint statement that it was "deeply hypocritical" to appear on Maher's show. "It was deeply hypocritical for Senator Slotkin to embrace Bill Maher just days after she denounced a Muslim politician for associating with a podcaster accused of bigotry," the joint statement read. "The double standards that American Muslims face, even from a senator who represents one of our nation’s largest Muslim populations, are truly remarkable. If consistency means anything to Senator Slotkin–and if she believes hate against any of her constituents is unacceptable–she must denounce Bill Maher’s bigotry and apologize for embracing him." While Piker did not detail his objections to Maher, CAIR laid out a series of quotes that it deemed to be problematic. In one instance, Maher said that the "results are not good" for women who have dated Arab men. In another quote, Maher said that he was "alarmed" by the fact that Mohammed had become the most popular name in the U.K. Fox News Digital reached out to Maher's representatives for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d79bce3fb569bd90861c47 Orioles pitcher commits two errors on one play in disastrous outing te 2026-04-09T12:30:06.129Z Orioles pitcher commits two errors on one play in disastrous outing Baltimore Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish had a start he probably would like to forget. Bradish was on the bump against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday afternoon. Chicago took the lead in the fifth inning after Bradish committed two errors on one play. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM White Sox shortstop Colin Montgomery was up at the plate with runners on second and first and was issued a walk after Bradish’s pitch was inside. Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman threw the ball back to Bradish, who dropped it and lackadaisically followed it back to the mound. He realized Chase Meidroth was rounding third and heading for home. Bradish fired the ball to Rutschman, but it was wide to his left. Meidroth scored on the play to give Chicago a 3-2 lead. Bradish was charged with two errors on the play. He struck out Andrew Benintendi to end the inning and was removed before the start of the sixth inning. BRAVES ACE CHRIS SALE SLAMS BASEBALL AGAINST HIS HEAD AFTER WALKING THE BASES LOADED IN WILD SCENE "Yeah, just frustration came out. Unacceptable," Bradish told reporters after the game, via MLB.com. "That's just childish behavior, and that will not happen again." The Orioles ended up winning the game, 5-3. Bradish allowed three runs, two earned, and six hits in five innings of work. He struck out seven batters and walked three more, as the Orioles improved to 6-6 on the year. The 29-year-old is in his fifth season of his MLB career. He underwent Tommy John surgery during the 2024 season and returned to the mound in August 2025. He has a 3.54 ERA with 396 strikeouts in 70 career starts. Chicago fell to 4-8 with the loss. 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/69d79bcd3fb569bd90861c3c Oklahoma principal shot in leg is praised for tackling school shooter: 'He is a hero' te 2026-04-09T12:30:05.616Z Oklahoma principal shot in leg is praised for tackling school shooter: 'He is a hero' An Oklahoma principal who was shot in the leg while tackling a school shooter on Tuesday was hailed a hero for stopping the gunman and preventing a worse tragedy, officials said. Pauls Valley High School principal Kirk Moore and other staff spotted the gunman, later identified as 20-year-old former student Victor Hawkins, and immediately jumped into action to subdue him, according to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). "The principal of the school had noticed that an adult male subject, 20 years old, had stepped foot into the school with a gun," OSBI spokesperson Hunter McKee told KOCO-TV. "When the principal noticed this, he quickly stepped in, as well as other staff. The subject was able to fire multiple rounds, where the principal was hurt, but no one else was." Moore was airlifted to a hospital in stable condition, authorities said. ‘GOOD SAMARITAN’ DESCRIBES TACKLING TRANS SHOOTER AT RHODE ISLAND ICE RINK: ‘WENT FOR THE GUN’ "The actions of the staff and the principal stepping in as soon as they saw a subject with a firearm saved lives today," McKee told the outlet. The shooting unfolded around 2:21 p.m., according to authorities. The school was placed on lockdown until officers cleared the scene, and students were later reunited with their families. Moore and other staff subdued the gunman until officers responded and arrested Hawkins. PENTAGON LEADERS AWARD 2 PURPLE HEARTS TO OLD DOMINION CADETS WHO TOOK DOWN ISIS SUPPORTER "I know the word gets thrown around quite a bit, but he is a hero today," Pauls Valley Superintendent Brett Knight said of Moore while speaking to reporters at the scene. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt also praised Moore in a statement, saying that he "acted bravely to protect students’ lives." "Sarah and I are praying for his quick recovery," Stitt said. "I’m thankful for the swift response from law enforcement and school staff, and I’m grateful no students were harmed." A motive for the shooting was unclear, officials said. Hawkins was booked into the Garvin County Jail. The 20-year-old was charged Wednesday with one count each of shooting with intent to kill and carrying a weapon to a public assembly, and two counts of feloniously pointing a firearm. His bond was set at $1 million. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d79bcd3fb569bd90861c33 Chief prosecutor behind Israel war crimes charges faces disciplinary action amid sexual misconduct allegations te 2026-04-09T12:30:05.051Z Chief prosecutor behind Israel war crimes charges faces disciplinary action amid sexual misconduct allegations The International Criminal Court’s Chief Prosecutor, who brought charges against Israel’s prime minister and former defense minister on war crimes and crimes against humanity, is facing disciplinary proceedings against him over allegations of sexual misconduct. After more than a year-long process of investigating the claims that Karim Khan engaged in sexual misconduct with a subordinate staffer, the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP) has voted in favor of pursuing disciplinary proceedings against Khan, Reuters reported. According to the New York Times, the alleged victim revealed the sexual contact with Khan to her husband and several colleagues in April 2024. After colleagues confronted Khan in May, the judges’ report cites a witness who noted that Khan "jumped at the ‘lifeline’ of an alternative narrative when another colleague present said he ‘suspected whether Mossad played a role behind the scenes.’" ICC PROSECUTOR BEHIND NETANYAHU ARREST WARRANTS STEPS ASIDE AMID SEXUAL MISCONDUCT PROBE Just weeks later, Khan filed arrest warrants against Israeli Prime MinisterIsraeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The Trump administration sanctioned Khan in February 2025 as a response to the war crimes warrants against the Israeli officials. Eugene Kontorovich, a professor at George Mason University, told Fox News Digital that the fact that Khan "specifically blamed the Mossad for his problems shows he is fundamentally compromised and the investigation that he launched…in any normal legal system would be dismissed with extreme prejudice." He said it’s a sign of "how broken" the ICC is "that such a politicized investigation would be allowed to proceed." The disciplinary action came as 15 member states voted in favor of moving forward to discipline Khan, with four votes against and two abstentions. In a letter read aloud during the meeting, prosecutors’ office officials noted they were not in favor of Khan remaining in his position as chief prosecutor. SCANDAL LEAVES INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT GRASPING FOR LEGITIMACY AMID PROBE OF ISRAEL The vote represented a change from the consensus of three judges who determined last month there was insufficient evidence to prove the allegations against Khan "beyond a reasonable doubt," according to the New York Times report. The judges based findings on a United Nations’ investigation done by the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) turned up more than 5,000 pages of evidence. While the U.N. investigation report determined that Khan had "non-consensual sexual contact" with the employee, the judges’ report found there was no evidence of misconduct. In a press release, the Association of International Criminal Law Prosecutors (AICLP) noted "structural deficiencies" made clear through the proceedings against Khan. Among these are an Independent Oversight Mechanism whose processes were "inadequate to the task" when it closed an inquiry into the assault after the alleged victim "declined to file a formal complaint" and claimed she feared retaliation. "The Court cannot credibly prosecute the gravest crimes against persons while tolerating a culture in which its own staff are inadequately protected," the AICLP argued. Khan’s alleged retaliation against the staff who supported the complainant further concerned the AICLP. "We observe that the standard for fitness to lead the world’s foremost international criminal prosecution office is not simply the absence of proven misconduct beyond reasonable doubt," the AICLP wrote. "It also includes the demonstrated capacity to command the trust of the institution’s own staff, and that trust, on the evidence now before the Assembly of States Parties, appears to be deeply and publicly fractured." The AICLP believes that "a prompt, principled, and transparent resolution is not only a matter of fairness to the individuals directly involved, but a prerequisite for restoring the operational integrity of an Office on which the cause of international criminal justice depends." Prior to the announcement of the Bureau’s decision to pursue disciplinary action against Khan, the ICC directed Fox News Digital to a press release in which the President of the ASP "expresse[d] concern at the recent media reporting concerning the ongoing disciplinary process regarding the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court." The ASP President called "for due respect for the privacy and the rights of all parties concerned, as well as the integrity of the ongoing process." Peter Gallo, formerly an investigator with the OIOS, told Fox News Digital that "trying to deflect attention away from the facts of the allegation by blaming Israel is an indication of the anti-Israel bias which clearly exists, and which reduces the ICC to a tool of political warfare rather than any kind of court of justice." Gallo noted that "the panel of judges appear to be hung up on there being insufficient evidence to meet the ‘beyond all reasonable doubt’ standard," and questioned why "one particular international civil servant [should] be subjected to a ridiculously high standard of proof when lower ranking staff are not." The ICC did not respond to follow-up questions about whether investigations into Gallant and Netanyahu will continue should Khan be removed from his post. The OIOS did not respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment on its report. Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7971e3fb569bd90861b6b Valuable discovery in Egypt reveals 3,000-year-old scrolls with secret messages still unread te 2026-04-09T12:10:06.850Z Valuable discovery in Egypt reveals 3,000-year-old scrolls with secret messages still unread Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered rare papyrus scrolls — and the "valuable" items are yielding remarkable insights.  The eight rare papyri, found along with a "cache of colorful coffins of Amun chanters," date back to the Third Intermediate Period, which lasted from 1070 B.C. to 664 B.C. The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery just last month.  The scrolls were uncovered during an excavation in the Qurna area on Luxor's West Bank, near the tomb of Seneb. ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNEARTH 1,600-YEAR-OLD CHRISTIAN MONASTIC SITE WITH PAINTINGS, MYSTERIOUS INSCRIPTION Excavators found the ancient scrolls in a large pottery vessel, with some even bearing their original, 3,000-year-old clay seals. "They vary in size and are considered a valuable source of information, with the world awaiting the results following their restoration and translation," the translated release said. The coffins of Amun chanters — temple singers dedicated to the god Amun — were found stacked in a rock-carved rectangular funerary chamber. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Officials said that ancient Egyptians "maximized space by arranging the coffins in 10 horizontal rows and separating the lids from the boxes to increase the chamber’s capacity." The wood was in "poor condition," the statement noted — prompting urgent work to preserve them. "The mission's restoration team carried out urgent conservation work, including treatment of deteriorating wood fibers and weakened painted plaster layer, [as well as] careful mechanical cleaning to remove deposits without affecting the vibrant colors," the release added. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Archaeologists are currently trying to identify the occupants — a significant challenge, as the coffins display the decedents' titles rather than their names. "The most common title is 'Chanter(s) of Amun,' opening new avenues for studying the class of chanters and singers during that period," officials said. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy said the discovery "represents a significant addition to Egypt’s record of distinguished archaeological finds." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "It reflects the full and ongoing support provided by the Egyptian state for archaeological research, as part of a comprehensive strategy to preserve cultural heritage and highlight its civilizational and human value," he noted. The discovery is the latest in a string of recent notable archaeological finds in Egypt. In December, officials said they found a "pleasure boat" near Cleopatra VII's palace in the royal harbor of Alexandria. In October, archaeologists found a fortress that was built along the ancient military road mentioned in the Book of Exodus. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7971b3fb569bd90861b4a Ex-Tesla engineer’s startup taps Pronto to help automate a copper mine te 2026-04-09T12:10:03.738Z Ex-Tesla engineer’s startup taps Pronto to help automate a copper mine Pronto's autonomous haulage trucks are about to start operating at Mariana Minerals's Utah copper mine -- the first such deal since Pronto got acquired by Travis Kalanick's Atoms Inc. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d794c63fb569bd90861af5 FBI warns about foreign apps and your data te 2026-04-09T12:00:06.222Z FBI warns about foreign apps and your data You download an app, tap "allow," and move on. It feels routine. But according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, that simple step may open the door to far more data collection than most people realize. In a recent alert from the Internet Crime Complaint Center, officials warned that many popular apps used in the U.S. are developed by foreign companies, especially those based in China. That matters because some of these apps operate under laws that can require companies to share user data with the government. In plain terms, your phone could be handing over more information than you expect, and not always just while you are using the app. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com – trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you'll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. HOW TO OPT OUT OF AI DATA COLLECTION IN POPULAR APPS   The FBI did not name specific apps in its warning. Instead, it focused on how some foreign-developed apps collect and store data, which can apply to a wide range of popular platforms. The warning focuses on how these apps collect and store data. And the details are eye-opening. First, some apps can keep gathering information even after you close them. That includes data across your entire device, not just inside the app itself. Second, default permissions can expose more than your own data. If you allow contact access, the app may collect names, phone numbers, email addresses and even physical addresses from your contacts list. That means your friends and family can be affected too. Third, many privacy policies confirm that user data may be stored on overseas servers, including in China, where local laws may allow government access, sometimes for as long as the developer chooses. And finally, some apps may include hidden risks like malware. In worst-case scenarios, malicious code can exploit weaknesses in your phone, create backdoor access and pull in even more data without your knowledge. This alert did not come out of nowhere. It follows years of growing concern about data privacy, especially tied to global tech companies. A major example is TikTok, which faced pressure in the U.S. over national security concerns. In early 2026, control of its U.S. operations shifted to a new joint venture involving Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX to avoid a potential ban. That situation helped bring a bigger issue into focus. It is not about one app. It is about how data flows across borders and who can access it. FBI WARNS SOME FOREIGN APPS COULD COLLECT AMERICANS’ DATA — EVEN IF YOU NEVER DOWNLOAD THEM   You do not need a technical background to catch red flags. Start with these: A flashlight app should not need your contacts or microphone. Look for where your data is stored and how long it is kept. If there is no way to limit access, that is a warning sign. Stick to official app stores whenever possible. Here is the part most people miss. You might think you are safe if you avoid certain apps. But that is not always true. If someone else uploads their contacts and your information is in their phone, your data can still be collected and stored. That creates a ripple effect. One person's permissions can impact dozens or even hundreds of other people. This is why privacy settings matter more than ever. They are not just about your phone. They affect your entire digital footprint. ANDROID FLAW LETS HACKERS UNLOCK PHONES IN UNDER A MINUTE   You do not need to delete every app on your phone. But you do need to take control of what those apps can access.  If an app does not truly need your contacts, remove that permission. This is one of the biggest data exposure risks.  Set location to "while using," restrict photo access and keep your microphone and camera off unless needed. On iPhones, turn off app tracking. On Android, reset or delete your advertising ID. This reduces how much data is shared across apps. Security updates fix known vulnerabilities. Skipping them leaves the door open.  Apps from trusted stores go through security checks. Third-party downloads carry a higher risk of malware. Even if you are careful about what you download, some apps can still slip through or exploit vulnerabilities. Strong antivirus software can help detect malware, flag suspicious behavior and protect your data in real time. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at Cyberguy.com. A password manager can help you create strong, unique passwords without relying on memory. Check out the best expert-reviewed password managers of 2026 at Cyberguy.com. Every unused app is another potential data source. If you have not opened it in months, remove it. On iPhone, go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage, tap any app you do not need, then tap Delete App and confirm by tapping Delete. You can also press and hold the app icon on your home screen, tap Remove App, then select Delete App. On Samsung, go to Settings > Apps > See all apps, tap the app you want to remove, then tap Uninstall, then confirm by tapping OK. You can also press and hold the app icon and drag it to Uninstall, or tap App info > Uninstall, depending on your device. Settings may vary by manufacturer.  Even if apps collect your data, data brokers often amplify the risk. Using a data removal service to reduce your exposure can limit how detailed your profile becomes. 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 you notice unusual activity after installing an app, do not ignore it. That could include strange pop-ups, battery drain or unexpected logins. The FBI encourages people to report suspicious behavior through the IC3 platform at complaint.ic3.gov/. Reporting helps investigators track patterns and warn others faster. Apps make life easier. They help you navigate cities, stay in touch and manage daily tasks. But convenience often comes with a trade-off, and that trade-off is your data. The good news is you are not powerless. A few small changes can significantly reduce the amount of information your phone shares. How much of your personal data are you willing to trade for convenience?  Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com – trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d792933fb569bd90861a7d Orioles pitcher commits two errors on one play in disastrous outing te 2026-04-09T11:50:43.988Z Orioles pitcher commits two errors on one play in disastrous outing Baltimore Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish had a start he probably would like to forget. Bradish was on the bump against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday afternoon. Chicago took the lead in the fifth inning after Bradish committed two errors on one play. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM White Sox shortstop Colin Montgomery was up at the plate with runners on second and first and was issued a walk after Bradish’s pitch was inside. Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman threw the ball back to Bradish, who dropped it and lackadaisically followed it back to the mound. He realized Chase Meidroth was rounding third and heading for home. Bradish fired the ball to Rutschman, but it was wide to his left. Meidroth scored on the play to give Chicago a 3-2 lead. Bradish was charged with two errors on the play. He struck out Andrew Benintendi to end the inning and was removed before the start of the sixth inning. BRAVES ACE CHRIS SALE SLAMS BASEBALL AGAINST HIS HEAD AFTER WALKING THE BASES LOADED IN WILD SCENE "Yeah, just frustration came out. Unacceptable," Bradish told reporters after the game, via MLB.com. "That's just childish behavior, and that will not happen again." The White Sox won the game, 5-3. Bradish allowed three runs, two earned, and six hits in five innings of work. He struck out seven batters and walked three more, as the Orioles dropped to 6-6 on the year. The 29-year-old is in his fifth season of his MLB career. He underwent Tommy John surgery during the 2024 season and returned to the mound in August 2025. He has a 3.54 ERA with 396 strikeouts in 70 career starts. Chicago improved to 4-8 with the win. 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/69d790143fb569bd908619f0 Philadelphia parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing te 2026-04-09T11:40:04.359Z Philadelphia parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing A search and rescue operation is underway in Philadelphia on Thursday following a partial parking garage collapse that left at least one person dead and two missing, according to the city’s mayor.  Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said the incident unfolded Wednesday afternoon as the parking garage was under construction near 30th Street and Grays Ferry Avenue in South Philadelphia.  "Our first responders moved immediately, and search and rescue operations are still underway. One life has been lost, and two individuals remain unaccounted for," Parker wrote on X late Wednesday. "We are not giving up, and we will not rest until everyone is accounted for."  "This remains an active search and rescue scene. The immediate area, including the shopping plaza and surrounding stores, is closed, and there is no timeline yet for reopening," she added. PHILADELPHIA MAN STABS PLANET FITNESS WORKER AFTER GETTING BANNED FROM GYM: POLICE Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson said two other people were rescued at the site and treated at a nearby hospital, according to FOX 29 Philadelphia. He reportedly added that crews need to stabilize the parking garage before rescue efforts can continue.  The garage was under construction for the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and officials said all seven levels of its stair system were impacted by the collapse, FOX 29 reported.  The station cited Parker as saying that eight permits were properly issued and all inspections were up to date, and that the collapse happened when a roof segment being installed by a subcontractor failed. TERRIFYING MOMENT CAUGHT ON CAMERA AS ROAD COLLAPSE SUDDENLY SWALLOWS VEHICLES IN BUSY INTERSECTION  "Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is aware of a serious construction incident at our parking garage construction site on 3000 Grays Ferry Avenue in Philadelphia," the organization told FOX 29. "We are prioritizing the safety of the construction workers at this time and working closely with the City of Philadelphia and our construction partners. We will share additional information as it becomes available."  The identities of the deceased and missing were not immediately released. "All of our prayers are with the family of the individual who has passed and the families of those we are still searching for tonight. I humbly ask all Philadelphians to join me in prayer for them," Parker said on X.  "Lori and I are praying for those injured in the parking garage that partially collapsed in Grays Ferry today, for the family of the individual who was tragically killed, and for the families who continue to wait while first responders search for their loved ones," added Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, who said his administration is in touch with officials on the ground in Philadelphia. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d78de43fb569bd9086197e Husband taken into custody in connection with disappearance of American woman and more top headlines te 2026-04-09T11:30:44.949Z Husband taken into custody in connection with disappearance of American woman and more top headlines 1. Husband taken into custody in disappearance of American woman in the Bahamas  2. Trump signals new warning to Iran as regime hedges on ceasefire demands 3. Artemis II astronaut details 'unbelievable sight' up in space: 'actually getting chills' ‘MIGHT GET ARRESTED’ — Files labeled 'Batch 1 for Reporter' found on accused leaker's computer, feds say. Continue reading … TRACKS OF NEGLECT — Florida bus driver charged with 29 counts of child neglect after train clip. Continue reading … CONSTITUTIONAL CLASH — Colorado’s latest Supreme Court loss adds to growing string of culture war defeats. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d789103fb569bd908618b6 Mark Calcavecchia allegedly kicked out of Masters after breaking strict Augusta National phone policy: report te 2026-04-09T11:10:08.044Z Mark Calcavecchia allegedly kicked out of Masters after breaking strict Augusta National phone policy: report The Masters' no-phone policy does not discriminate, even if you are a former major golf champion. Mark Calcavecchia, the winner of the 1989 Open Championship, was allegedly removed by Augusta National Golf Club security for using his phone this week at the Masters. Golfweek spoke to Calcavecchia, who didn’t deny taking out his phone out on the grounds, which is automatic dismissal. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I’ve got nothing negative to say about Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters, so I think we should literally hang up right now," he said. While Calcavecchia, 65, isn’t a previous Masters winner, he did play in the event 18 times during his career from 1987-2008. He even finished in second place in 1988. JASON DAY ALREADY TOLD TO TONE DOWN HIS BIRD-THEMED MALBON GOLF OUTFITS AT MASTERS: REPORT Winners of the three other majors like Calcavecchia had do get a five-year exempt invitation to play in the Masters, and then they become "honorary invitees" for life. But the rules are the rules, especially at Augusta National. No one is above the law on the premises, and the Masters official website says so when it comes to cell phones. "The use of any device for phone calls, emails, text messaging, or to record and/or transmit voice, video or data is strictly prohibited," the website reads. Augusta National does provide phone service on the grounds. Designated phone banks, where AT&T provides service as a "champion partner" with the Masters, are found on the course to make phone calls if needed. Any other technological form of communication is strictly forbidden, and Calcavecchia is paying the price. It’s the unfortunate reality for some who don’t abide by the rules, but the Masters is all about logging out and living in the present, adding to the wonder and mystique that is the first golf major of the golf season. 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/69d7890f3fb569bd908618ad DC's bid to block Trump’s National Guard deployment hits basic legal snag: Can’t sue itself te 2026-04-09T11:10:07.474Z DC's bid to block Trump’s National Guard deployment hits basic legal snag: Can’t sue itself FIRST ON FOX: A conservative watchdog urged a federal appeals court Wednesday to toss Washington, D.C.'s National Guard lawsuit, arguing the city cannot sue itself because it is part of the federal government. "To start, one cannot sue oneself," Oversight Project lawyers wrote in a brief in the case. "And that is what this case ultimately is—the United States suing itself. Moreover, it is a foundational principle of the law that a municipal corporation cannot sue its sovereign creator." The appeal sits at the intersection of Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops in Washington last year and D.C.’s long-running fight over self-government. What began as a lawsuit over the president’s deployment of forces into the capital has now evolved into a threshold legal battle over whether the district has the right to challenge that move in federal court at all. Oversight Project lawyers told Fox News Digital in an interview that if the appellate court judges in Washington were to agree with them, the decision would reach far beyond the National Guard lawsuit, which arose last year when the Trump administration began deploying military forces to blue cities in several jurisdictions to support immigration officials and, in D.C.'s case, to make the city "safe and beautiful." NATIONAL GUARD TROOPS WILL LIKELY REMAIN IN DC THROUGH 2026, OFFICIAL SAYS "If the judges find our argument valid, it's going to kind of restore the normal system, which is D.C. is entirely subordinate to the federal government and these disputes are resolved politically," Oversight Project lawyer Sam Dewey said. The proper recourse for D.C. against the federal government on any issue would be for the D.C. Council to turn to the president and Congress, not the courts, Dewey said. The case stemmed from D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb suing last September, arguing Trump encroached on the city's perceived independence by disregarding "Congress’s decision, half a century ago, to afford the residents of the District ‘the powers of local self-government.’" A three-judge panel temporarily paused a lower court's injunction against the administration while the appeals court continues to examine the merits of the case. Two of the judges on the panel, both Trump appointees, wrote in a concurring opinion that the pause was necessary because D.C. did not, in fact, have standing to sue, echoing what the Oversight Project detailed in its new amicus brief in the case. "We have never recognized that the District possesses an independent sovereignty that can give rise to an Article III injury from actions of the federal government," the two Trump-appointed judges wrote. PIRRO TOUTS DC CRIME IS BEING PROSECUTED ‘LIKE NEVER BEFORE’ IN ANNOUNCING YEAR-END STATS President Donald Trump began deploying National Guard forces to cities across the country last year as part of an effort to support immigration authorities, who faced waves of protests and riots over their deportation efforts. The Supreme Court stepped in, however, saying the deployment was likely unlawful under the law Trump invoked. The order applied to cities including Portland, Oregon; and Chicago, but not D.C., because of the district's unique status. In D.C., Trump extended roughly 2,600 National Guard soldiers' presence through the end of 2026, and the president has signaled he hopes to further extend that timeline, despite continued opposition from D.C.'s Democratic leadership. "This is actually training. I never want to take them out of D.C. I mean, maybe somebody later on will do it," Trump said in a Cabinet meeting last month. ALITO RIPS SUPREME COURT MAJORITY AS 'UNWISE' FOR BLOCKING TRUMP'S NATIONAL GUARD PLAN Briefing in the lawsuit is set to stretch through May and the appeals court could schedule oral arguments after that before making a decision on the legality of the National Guard's presence and activities. Fox News Digital reached out to Schwalb's office for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7890f3fb569bd908618a4 Trump wants a moon landing by 2028, so why is NASA already hedging? te 2026-04-09T11:10:07.122Z Trump wants a moon landing by 2028, so why is NASA already hedging? Last December, Space.com featured a headline that read: "The US must beat China to the moon, Trump pick for NASA chief Jared Isaacman tells Senate: ‘If we make a mistake, we may never catch up.’" The quote came from now-NASA Administrator Isaacman’s confirmation hearing before the Senate. That headline was pulled from his opening statement, where Isaacman further stressed: "We are in a great competition with a rival that has the will and means to challenge American exceptionalism across multiple domains, including in the high ground of space. This is not the time for delay, but for action, because if we fall behind, if we make a mistake, we may never catch up, and the consequences could shift the balance of power here on Earth." I couldn't agree more. The question is, does Isaacman still believe his own warning? NASA CHIEF VOWS FOUR MOON MISSIONS BEFORE TRUMP'S TERM ENDS IN AMBITIOUS 2028 TIMELINE During a recent interview with Fox News as Artemis II headed toward the moon, Isaacman said, in part: "On my first day on the job during President Trump's second term, he gave us a national space policy, a mandate to go to the moon with frequency, build the moon base, and do the other things like nuclear power and propulsion so someday American astronauts can plant the stars and stripes on Mars …" What? "Go to the moon with frequency"? The president's directive was to land by 2028. That seems like alarming slippage in language from warning that if we don’t beat China to the moon, "we may never catch up, and the consequences could shift the balance of power here on Earth." Why the seeming backpedaling on that crucial goal? Could it be that Isaacman and his team have come to the very realistic conclusion that, with our current space architecture, it will be impossible for the United States to beat China back to the moon? That it will be impossible to meet President Donald J. Trump’s stated objective of landing Americans back on the moon by 2028? Not since President John F. Kennedy have we had a president who truly understands the role that United States preeminence in space plays in the protection of our national and economic security. During his iconic speech on September 12, 1962, at Rice University, the young president stressed: "We mean to be a part of it — we mean to lead it. For the eyes of the world now look into space, to the moon and to the planets beyond, and we have vowed that we shall not see it governed by a hostile flag of conquest, but by a banner of freedom and peace. … Whether it will become a force for good or ill depends on man, and only if the United States occupies a position of preeminence can we help decide whether this new ocean will be a sea of peace or a new terrifying theater of war." Kennedy understood then what Trump knows now. The belief by some that once humans cut through Earth’s atmosphere into the vacuum of space, our flaws, greed, prejudices, and military ambitions will be left behind is not only naïve but dangerous. With his executive order titled "Ensuring American Space Superiority," issued in December 2025, the president addressed that reality. NASA CHIEF JARED ISAACMAN SAYS ARTEMIS II WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE 'IF IT WASN'T FOR PRESIDENT TRUMP' Not only did it stress "returning Americans to the moon by 2028 through the Artemis Program" but also "Securing and defending American vital national and economic security interests in, from, and to space …" But there is a very real chance that neither is achievable, given that many serious space minds believe our current manned lunar program is a Rube Goldberg-type contraption destined for continual delays and massive cost overruns — or worse. To be sure, Artemis II and its courageous crew have ignited the imaginations of millions around the country and the world. But for those who do understand space, it also serves as a stark reminder of all that is currently wrong with our program. The fact is that the basic architecture of the new American moon program has many experts worried. In a piece titled "NASA’s Orion Space Capsule Is Flaming Garbage," Casey Handmer, a former NASA employee and astrophysicist with a Ph.D. from Caltech, explains in detail the problems associated with Orion and the launch system — problems our space leadership knows about but seems to be pretending do not exist. NASA BEGINS INFRASTRUCTURE OVERHAUL UNDER ISAACMAN AS TRUMP PUSHES AMBITIOUS SPACE EXPLORATION GOALS The most pressing problem is that, unlike the Apollo moon missions, where the command module and lander were launched on the same rocket, the new massive lander will be built and launched separately and then dock with Orion in space. But once that lander reaches Earth orbit, it will require 20 to 40 rockets to fly to it to fuel it up before they all can head toward the moon. As Jim Bridenstine — President Trump’s NASA administrator in his first term — stressed during Senate testimony in September 2025, the Starship architecture "is extraordinarily complex. It, quite frankly, doesn’t make a lot of sense if you’re trying to go first to the moon, this time to beat China." I have long believed Starship builder Elon Musk to be a once-in-a-century mind who lifts humanity with his genius, just as I believe Isaacman to be an exceptional NASA administrator. That said, space — especially when you reinvent the "space wheel" — is a very complicated and unforgiving environment. I speak with many space experts, and not one believes we will return Americans to the moon by 2028 with our current architecture. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION President Trump does know we can’t afford to lose the race back to the moon to China, a nation that, in addition to continually targeting all of our satellites in low and geosynchronous orbit needed for our national and economic security, has taken dead aim at the moon and its resources, especially helium-3. This isotope litters the surface of the moon and could provide a potentially limitless supply of safe, clean, green energy. Estimates are that the moon’s surface holds millions of metric tons of helium-3, and that just 25 metric tons could fuel U.S. energy needs for a year. President Trump has literally put too much of his blood, sweat, and tears on the line in service to our nation not to be given the unvarnished truth.  Here's a simple question for his space team: With our current architecture, will we beat China back to the moon? If not, what is your "Plan B" — one that we need to implement immediately? CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM DOUGLAS MACKINNON Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7890e3fb569bd9086189b New ‘safer opioid’ delivers pain relief without addiction risk in early tests te 2026-04-09T11:10:06.567Z New ‘safer opioid’ delivers pain relief without addiction risk in early tests An experimental medication was shown to achieve strong pain relief in early studies without the risks associated with typical opioids. The finding comes from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), which tested nitazenes, a class of synthetic opioid compounds. "Nitazenes are a dangerous group of drugs that have no medical indication and are highly addictive," cautioned Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst. "They can be hundreds or thousands of times more potent than morphine." FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND FENTANYL VACCINE TARGETS OVERDOSES BEFORE THEY START After being developed in the 1950s for potential pain relief, nitazenes were abandoned because of their high addictive properties and drug overdose potential, the doctor said. "They are a big black-market drug, and they are very problematic in terms of illicit use in the U.S.," Siegel added. Michael Michaelides, PhD, senior author of the study and NIDA investigator, said the researchers’ goal was to study the profile, or pharmacology, of these drugs.  "We wanted to decrease the potency and create a potential therapeutic," he said in a press release. "What we discovered exceeded our expectations." 'GAS STATION HEROIN' BANNED IN ANOTHER STATE AMID NATIONWIDE CRACKDOWNS Typical opioids have been linked to dangerous side effects, including respiratory depression, where breathing becomes too slow, shallow or ineffective, causing carbon dioxide to build up in the body and oxygen levels to drop. It can also cause rising tolerance and severe withdrawal, according to the researchers. "Opioid pain medications are essential for medical purposes, but can lead to addiction and overdose," said Nora D. Volkow, MD, director of NIH’s National Institute on Drug Abuse, in the release.  "Developing a highly effective pain medication without these drawbacks would have enormous public health benefits." SINGLE DOSE OF POWERFUL PSYCHEDELIC CUTS DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS IN CLINICAL STUDY In the study, the team created a drug called DFNZ, a metabolite (derivative) of nitazene, which provided at least two hours of pain relief in mice after just five or 10 minutes in the brain. It did not appear to have any of the serious risks associated with its standard opioid counterpart, such as addiction potential and depressed (slowed) breathing. "At preclinical therapeutic doses, DFNZ produced a moderate and sustained increase in brain oxygen rather than depressing respiration," the authors wrote.  "Repeated doses of the drug did not result in tolerance, drug dependency or meaningful withdrawal effects." The only classic opioid withdrawal symptoms observed with DFNZ was irritability, they noted. WIDELY PRESCRIBED OPIOID SHOWS MINIMAL PAIN RELIEF AND HIGHER HEART RISK, STUDY FINDS DFNZ could potentially be used as a safer treatment for opioid use disorder, the researchers suggested, as well as for patients undergoing surgery and experiencing cancer-related or chronic pain. "There’s a lesson here – that even a dangerous chemical can lead to a potential treatment," Siegel noted. "This needs to be tested in humans, but I think there is potential for a much safer pain drug that is not only not addictive, but may also be a potential treatment for addiction." Among DNFZ’s benefits is that it was found to increase oxygen flow to the brain rather than decrease it, and that it binds tightly to the opioid receptor but doesn’t cause the feared side effects of breathing suppression or addiction, according to Siegel. "It releases dopamine more gradually, which is safer." The findings were published in the journal Nature. COMMON PAIN RELIEVERS MAY RAISE HEART DISEASE AND STROKE RISK, DOCTORS WARN "DFNZ has an unprecedented pharmacology for an opioid," Michaelides said. "It is a potent and high-efficacy analgesic, but in certain contexts it resembles partial agonists, drugs that activate the receptor with low efficacy, which is what scientists think is needed for safety." CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "Its capacity to be administered at therapeutic doses without producing respiratory depression is very important." The study did have some limitations, primarily that it was conducted with animal (rat) models. The effectiveness and safety of human use is unknown. IMAGE It also did not explore long-term impacts or rare adverse effects, the researchers acknowledged. Clinical studies will be needed to fully understand the drug’s addictive potential. The research team plans to conduct more preclinical studies before seeking regulatory approval to conduct human clinical trials.  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Dr. Hooman Melamed, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and sports medicine expert in Beverly Hills, California, said the new research looks "promising," but urged caution with the early findings. "This new drug claims to release a lower-dose opioid alternative that might be able to offer pain relief without the addictive properties," Melamed, who was not involved in the study, told Fox News Digital.  "It’s also important to note that this has not been tested on humans, and we don’t know how this will impact people in the long run." Melamed also noted that there is often a "very narrow therapeutic threshold" with this class of drugs. "In other words, a small increase in the dosage could become addictive for people, and without solid human data, we just can’t know the dependency risk," he said. The doctor also expressed concern that opioids could potentially harm gut health. "Many opioids are known to slow down intestinal mobility, leading to issues like constipation and impaired digestion," Melamed said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "This is part of the reason I avoid prescribing opioids, because they can potentially weaken immune function and even contribute to broader systemic issues, such as inflammation or ‘leaky gut,'" he went on. "These issues can slow down one’s recovery." The doctor reiterated the need for long-term data and more research into other issues that could arise, such as cognitive effects. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7890e3fb569bd90861892 Nashville public school excuses Muslim students for daily prayer time during Ramadan te 2026-04-09T11:10:06.022Z Nashville public school excuses Muslim students for daily prayer time during Ramadan A Nashville public school allows Muslim students to leave class to pray in a reserved space on campus during the school day, offering the accommodation daily during Ramadan and once a month during the rest of the year, according to local reports. According to a report published Tuesday in the Nashville Banner, John Overton High School in South Nashville also supports Muslim students during Ramadan by offering food-free classrooms during lunch for students who are fasting. In the afternoon, students who signed up received electronic hall passes allowing them to leave class for 15 minutes to pray in a reserved space on campus. More than 80 students signed up, according to the Banner. Ten teachers also volunteered to make their classrooms a food-free space for Muslim students during the lunch hour during the month of Ramadan, when Muslims fast daily from dawn to dusk. JUDGE RULES WEST VIRGINIA PARENTS CAN USE RELIGIOUS BELIEFS TO OPT OUT OF SCHOOL VACCINE REQUIREMENTS Al-Nadir Muhammad, a member of the school's support staff, oversees the student prayer period and is responsible for assuring students are following the rules. He also offers support to Muslim students on campus, the Banner reported. The report noted how students met in a foyer, laid paper towels down for makeshift prayer mats and put a divider between girls and boys before one student led a prayer and recited verses from the Quran. The outlet previously reported that outside of the month of Ramadan, Muslim students are permitted to leave class to pray on campus once a month. Muslim teacher Revas Barwari told the Banner the school’s treatment of Muslim students was a stark contrast to her own experience growing up in Nashville public schools, where she felt she had to hide that she was fasting. "What school do you know that actually changes their whole bell schedule to work around students being able to go pray?," she told the outlet. "I don’t think the kids really even understand how important that is or see that like, ‘Wow, my school’s doing this for me.’" NASHVILLE TEACHER ALLEGEDLY THREATENED WITH TERMINATION FOR REFUSING TO READ LGBTQ BOOK TO FIRST GRADERS The report noted that the school has worked to refine the prayer system after students and staff suggested to the administration several years ago that they provide a daily time and space for prayer. The American Muslim Advisory Council also reportedly sent a letter to Metro Nashville Public Schools asking educators to support Muslim students during Ramadan by giving students a reserved space for lunch and to skip heavy physical activities during the fasting period. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "It is a Muslim’s right to fast and receive reasonable accommodations at school or work," the letter stated, according to the report. The U.S. Department of Education says public schools must permit constitutionally protected student prayer and religious expression, including private prayer during the school day, but may not sponsor, organize, coerce or favor religious activity. In February, the agency released guidance on prayer in public schools, saying schools should allow members of the school community to "act and speak according to their faith" as long as others’ rights are respected, the school itself is not engaging in religion, and the school does not favor one faith over another. John Overton High School Principal Kelby Garner did not immediately return Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7890d3fb569bd90861889 New exposé claims California lost at least $180B to fraud under Gavin Newsom te 2026-04-09T11:10:05.454Z New exposé claims California lost at least $180B to fraud under Gavin Newsom A journalist who claims that California has lost at least $180 billion due to fraud joined "Will Cain Country" to share the findings of his exposé entitled "Gavin Newsom's Empire of Fraud." Chris Rufo of City Journal co-authored the piece. He told host Will Cain on Tuesday that California's fraud stems from three main sources: Medi-Cal fraud, unemployment fraud and general welfare fraud. "And if you add these all together, under Gavin Newsom, experts and HHS officials estimate that California has lost somewhere between $180 and $280 billion. Now that's like the GDP of New Zealand. It's a lot of money," said Rufo. The sheer scale of the problem is more than the federal government can handle given currently allocated resources, he added, expressing frustration with the lack of accountability. HOUSE COMMITTEE LAUNCHES INVESTIGATION INTO 'RAMPANT' CALIFORNIA HOSPICE FRAUD "The ugly reality, and this is a criticism, frankly, of the federal government right now under President Trump, is that they're going to have to significantly scale up these efforts if they want to deter fraud in the future," Rufo said. He said he hopes to spur additional action through his reporting, and that a big area of focus for him has been California's in-home care program. The program is intended to help support those who cannot work because they must provide full-time care for a loved one. But Rufo said it has become the most common job in the state. VANCE TAPPED AS ‘FRAUD CZAR’ AS TRUMP TARGETS BLUE STATES OVER TAXPAYER THEFT "We're paying approximately 800,000 people to stay home or to stay in the homes of the care recipients. And because it operates essentially on an honor system... it's all done in private," he said. Rufo said thousands of whistleblower reports on the matter led to hundreds of investigations and ultimately fewer than 100 prosecutions. Rufo called it a "shadow welfare system," but said Californians were beginning to grow wise to the scam. CALIFORNIA BUILDING WITH DOZENS OF HEALTH CARE, HOSPICE PROVIDERS RAISES EYEBROWS AMID FRAUD SPECULATION "I think California voters are starting to look around and saying, wait a moment, this is now 10% of our state budget. It's $30 billion a year," he added. "What on earth are we doing? Why do we seem to be paying for everybody, for everything, including fraudsters, when the quality of life in California for middle class working people seems to get worse and worse?" California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office pushed back on the idea that his administration wasn't proactive enough in going after fraudsters. "This is utter b******* from top to bottom," a Newsom spokesperson told The New York Post. "California will keep doing its part to go against fraud, we ask the federal government to work with us to do the same." The governor's office previously stated they have been taking action for "years" on the issue of hospice fraud. "Glad the federal government is finally stepping up to do their part," they reacted to a federal anti-fraud task force’s actions in California, per The Post. "State has been taking action for years, including suspending 280+ licenses & banning new licenses since 2022. Big question: Will Trump pardon any of them like he’s done for so many fraudsters before?" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7890c3fb569bd9086187c The First Race of the L.A. Olympics: Buying Tickets te 2026-04-09T11:10:04.436Z The First Race of the L.A. Olympics: Buying Tickets The winners of a lottery for a presale prioritizing locals often came away with sticker shock. Still, organizers said early sales had “significantly exceeded” those of other Games. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d782113fb569bd90861788 Pest Control Solutions & Services Shares Best Practices for Family-Safe Pest Management in Largo te 2026-04-09T10:40:17.488Z Pest Control Solutions & Services Shares Best Practices for Family-Safe Pest Management in Largo Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d782103fb569bd9086177f Solutions Pest Control Emphasizes the Importance of Routine Prevention for Pest Management in Vancouver, BC te 2026-04-09T10:40:16.740Z Solutions Pest Control Emphasizes the Importance of Routine Prevention for Pest Management in Vancouver, BC Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d782103fb569bd90861776 Solutions Pest Control Emphasizes the Importance of Routine Prevention for Pest Management in Vancouver, BC te 2026-04-09T10:40:16.041Z Solutions Pest Control Emphasizes the Importance of Routine Prevention for Pest Management in Vancouver, BC Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7820f3fb569bd9086176d First Choice Chiropractic (East Main Street) Expands Access to Natural Pain Relief in Columbus, OH te 2026-04-09T10:40:15.546Z First Choice Chiropractic (East Main Street) Expands Access to Natural Pain Relief in Columbus, OH Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7820f3fb569bd90861764 First Choice Chiropractic (East Main Street) Expands Access to Natural Pain Relief in Columbus, OH te 2026-04-09T10:40:15.024Z First Choice Chiropractic (East Main Street) Expands Access to Natural Pain Relief in Columbus, OH Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7820e3fb569bd9086175b Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Steven M. 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The investments, according to a press release from Spanberger's office, would welcome 3,250 new jobs and $7.1 billion in business investment to the state.  "From my very first day in office, I have been working to create a stable business environment so companies can hire, expand, and continue to invest in our Commonwealth," Spanberger said in her press release. "I am signing these bills into law so we can continue to grow Virginia’s economy and create opportunities for Virginians." However, Spanberger's signature was effectively just a formality, as the deals she touted were part of Youngkin's broader push to spur economic development as governor of Virginia, which included a record of $156 billion in total CEO commitments during his term. As he was exiting office, the former GOP governor garnered more than the previous six gubernatorial administrations combined,  according to a press release from Youngkin's team. BIDEN ALLY TELLS SPANBERGER TO EXIT ‘BUNKER’ AS EX-GOV RENEWS DEBATE PUSH "She's trying to take credit for somebody else's work," former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares told Fox News Digital. "In grade school we call that cheating." "The last three months have been nothing but horrible news for Virginians as Abigail Spanberger broke every single promise she made on the campaign trail and now has the lowest approval rating of any Virginia governor this century," added Youngkin spokesperson Justin Discigil. "Governor Youngkin is happy that Virginians are being reminded of some good news, even if it means Gov. Spanberger taking credit for the economic deals he secured for the Commonwealth." Spanberger did not respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment on the matter.  WHO IS ABIGAIL SPANBERGER, AND WHY DID DEMOCRATS CHOOSE HER FOR TO THEIR STATE OF THE UNION RESPONSE? The four bills she signed, which with her signature authorized the awards, were announced during Youngkin's term as governor.  The first, HB 1531, allocates $537 million to aerospace company Avio USA and is expected to create over 1,500 jobs. The award, according to public reports at the time, was announced in December 2025. The next bill, HB 799, will allocate $457 million and is expected to create over 825 jobs. This award was announced by Youngkin in September 2025. HB 800, allocating over $2 billion to pharmacuetical manufacturer Eli Lilly and expected to create more than 450 jobs to manufacture the active ingredient in major cancer, autoimmune and other advanced drugs, was announced in September 2025 as well. Meanwhile, rounding out the handful of investments touted by Spanberger this week was HB 1076, which invested $4 billion into pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca and is expected to create around 500 jobs. That commitment was announced in October 2025. "Attracting new businesses and jobs to Virginia is a core focus of my administration — and I’m proud of the hundreds of millions of dollars in investment we have already announced this year," Spanberger continued in her press release this week announcing the Virginia investments. "I look forward to continuing to work with legislators, local communities, and business leaders as we make clear that Virginia is the top state in the nation to grow or start a business." In a background section of the press release, the announcement continues touting Spanberger's commitment to growing Virginia's economy. FORMER VIRGINIA GOV GLENN YOUNGKIN HINTS AT POLITICAL FUTURE, SAYS HE'S 'CHOMPING AT THE BIT' AFTER EXIT "My simple message for Abigail Spanberger is, to quote Elizabeth Warren, ‘You didn’t build that!’" Sean Kennedy, president of Virginians for Safe Communities, said. "Spanberger has to take credit for her Republican predecessor’s accomplishments bringing jobs to Virginia because her policies are actually raising taxes, killing jobs, and hiking energy costs. Spanberger has to play make believe that she is delivering on her affordability agenda to impress the 2028 Democratic Party kingmakers. I expect that Spanberger will nevertheless persist in her false claims." Critics of Spanberger have questioned the moderate campaign message she campaigned on, as well as her economic strategy, which has included ushering in new taxes in the state despite campaigning on a message of affordability. "Abigail Spanberger's first 100 days in office have been a disaster when it comes to economic development, argued Miyares, who lost to current Democratic Attorney General Jay Jones in November. Jones infamously called for the murder of his GOP rival, something that ultimately did not matter enough for voters as he and Spanberger came out victorious in November.  "Three pillars of a good business environment is a good tax environment, a good regulatory environment and an environment that – from a litigation perspective – is not anti-business. Spanberger has already indicated and done a rash of bills that will make Virginia less competitive. Virginia does not compete by itself, we compete with 49 other sates, and Spanberger seems hellbent to hurt us with her tax, regulatory and litigation."  Miyares added that he was aware of multiple Virginia businesses that former Governor Youngkin had recruited and were thinking about expanding in Virginia, but will no longer do so as a result of Spanberger's policies.  He also pointed out that Spanberger "does not believe in energy abundance" despite touting energy infrastructure investments this week. "I find it in some ways laughable and pathetic what she is attempting to do," Miyares said. "Abigail Spanberger inherited a $2.7 billion surplus and benefitted from hundreds of thousands of new jobs created under Republican leadership," the Virginia GOP added in February, in response to headlines about rising Virginia unemployment numbers. "Her and her Democrat allies are squandering it all in a matter of weeks while breaking every promise they made on ‘affordability.’" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d77fad3fb569bd90861688 Bryson DeChambeau adds 3D-printed club to bag for Masters te 2026-04-09T10:30:05.341Z Bryson DeChambeau adds 3D-printed club to bag for Masters Bryson DeChambeau is putting together a solid season at LIV Golf, and is looking to carry some of that momentum into the Masters this week in search of the first green jacket of his career. DeChambeau is second in the LIV Golf standings behind Jon Rahm. But he enters Augusta National with back-to-back wins in Singapore and South Africa. As he heads into the first major of the golf season, DeChambeau is carrying something new in his bag. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM He will use a 5-iron made with a 3D printer. It’s a club he built himself. "There's this nature that I have about myself where innovation is a habit of mine, and I really find and take pride in that ability to learn — even through failure, even through making a bad decision or a good decision — what I can get from that," he told ESPN. "We'll see where it goes. We'll see where it takes me. All I could say now is, if I don't put them in the bag, it's my fault now." DeChambeau had manufacturing deals with LA Golf and Cobra. According to ESPN, his deal with Cobra ended in February. Tinkering with his clubs isn’t a new strategy for DeChambeau. He said he had been tinkering with the idea of building his own clubs for a few years and tried a new wedge as he won in South Africa. BRYSON DECHAMBEAU TALKS RYDER CUP, SQUASHING RIVALRIES WITH PGA PLAYERS AND LACK OF RESOLUTION WITH LIV DeChambeau has had progressively better finishes at Augusta National since he made his first appearance in 2019. Since missing the cut in 2023, he finished tied for sixth in 2024 and tied for fifth in 2025. He missed the cut in 2022 and 2023. "I feel like my game’s in the best place of its career, outside of maybe Greenbrier (in 2023) when I shot 58," he said. "I’m excited to get the week going and see where I can put myself." He said his recent performances at the Masters were attributed to a more measured approach. "More patience, like not as aggressive all the time. Knowing where to be aggressive and when not to be aggressive," he said. "Making better decisions, having a caddie that reins me in sometimes." 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/69d77d573fb569bd90861624 Colorado’s latest Supreme Court loss adds to growing string of culture war defeats te 2026-04-09T10:20:07.209Z Colorado’s latest Supreme Court loss adds to growing string of culture war defeats Colorado’s loss in the Supreme Court’s Kaley Chiles case last week marked the third time in recent years the justices have rebuked the state in a major culture-war dispute, adding to a growing pattern of high-profile reversals in cases over speech, religion and anti-discrimination law. The high court's decision was the latest in a trio of lawsuits that backfired for Colorado, after the Colorado Civil Rights Commission lost in court to a cake baker in a key religious liberty case and after a website designer won a similar battle against the state's civil rights division. Conservative legal experts said the legal setbacks for the state were not a coincidence. "Colorado seems hell-bent on enforcing its own new orthodoxy of thought, and the Supreme Court has had to come back time and time again to correct them and to remind them that the First Amendment protects freedom of speech, freedom of religion, even when the state may disagree with a person's opinions," Carrie Severino, president of the legal watchdog JCN, told Fox News Digital. The Supreme Court last week found that Colorado’s conversion therapy ban, signed into law in 2019 by Democratic Gov. Jared Polis, violated the First Amendment because it only restricted talk therapy when the therapy aimed to prevent minors from embracing being transgender or gay. SUPREME COURT BLOCKS COLORADO'S SO-CALLED ‘CONVERSION THERAPY’ BAN ON FIRST AMENDMENT GROUNDS In response to a question from Fox News Digital about the apparent theme, Alliance Defending Freedom attorney Jim Campbell said the state "has proven itself to be no respecter of the First Amendment." "I don't think at this point that it's coincidental," said Campbell, who represented Chiles before the Supreme Court during oral arguments. "The State of Colorado has shown an utter disregard for the First Amendment rights of people like Kaley Chiles." JONATHAN TURLEY: THIS BLUE STATE'S LATEST ATTACK ON FREE SPEECH IS AWFUL AND SNEAKY, TOO In Chiles v. Salazar, the high court found 8-1 that the state law discriminated based on viewpoint. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote for the majority opinion that such laws suppressing speech on that basis amounted to an "‘egregious’ assault" on the Constitution.  "The First Amendment stands as a shield against any effort to enforce orthodoxy in thought or speech in this country," Gorsuch wrote. The case centered on Chiles, a licensed faith-based counselor in Colorado Springs, who argued that she helped youths reach their own stated goals, which she said could include minors seeking counseling on their sexuality and gender identity. COLORADO HOUSE ADVANCES CONVERSION THERAPY LAWSUIT BILL Colorado argued it was allowed to regulate Chiles’ therapy because it amounted to professional conduct and the state wanted to protect minors from Chiles' perceived harmful counseling. The decision followed a landmark ruling in 2023, when the Supreme Court found 6-3 in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis that the First Amendment barred Colorado from using the state’s Anti-Discrimination Act to force a website designer to create wedding websites for same-sex couples. The high court said in the ruling that the state could not force a person to create content conveying a message that he or she disagreed with. That ruling was viewed at the time as a broad free speech win that followed the Supreme Court's narrower 2018 decision in Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission. In that case, the justices sided with baker Jack Phillips, finding that the Colorado Civil Rights Commission had shown unconstitutional hostility toward his religious beliefs that the commission did not show toward other bakers. "The Supreme Court found, at least at the time of Masterpiece Cakeshop, that Colorado’s state agency was acting in a way biased against a certain set of beliefs, and from what we can see that hasn’t changed in the intervening years," Severino said. "Unfortunately, each time the Supreme Court has corrected them, they've only doubled down." KAGAN TURNS ON LIBERAL ALLY JACKSON WITH FOOTNOTE JAB OVER FREE SPEECH Terry Schilling, president of the conservative American Principles, observed the trend in Colorado, saying in a statement provided to Fox News Digital that Democrats there "will stomp on the rights of anyone who stands in the way of the well-heeled gay and transgender lobby whether it is bakers, doctors, or desperate families." "It should not take the lengthy legal battles or the Supreme Court to rein in the liberal war against reality," Schilling said. "That is why fed-up Colorado families are appealing straight to voters to protect children from extremist Democrats," Schilling added, citing his organization's efforts to pass conservative ballot initiatives in the state. Outside the First Amendment cases, Colorado has also been a testing ground for other highly polarizing legal fights that made it to the Supreme Court. The justices in Trump v. Anderson unanimously reversed the state Supreme Court’s decision to remove President Donald Trump from the 2024 presidential primary ballot over allegations that he had incited an insurrection, finding the state lacked the authority to remove him. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d77d563fb569bd9086161b Prince Harry, Meghan Markle caused ‘unforgivable’ stress for Queen Elizabeth in final years: author te 2026-04-09T10:20:06.675Z Prince Harry, Meghan Markle caused ‘unforgivable’ stress for Queen Elizabeth in final years: author Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly caused "unforgivable" stress for Queen Elizabeth II during the final years of her life. The claim was made by royal biographer Hugo Vickers, who has written a new book, "Queen Elizabeth II: A Personal History." It explores the late monarch’s triumphs and personal challenges based on sources close to the palace. Fox News Digital reached out to Archewell, which handles the offices for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Buckingham Palace for comment. A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace previously told Fox News Digital, "We don’t comment on such books." PRINCE HARRY'S FEUD WITH PRINCE WILLIAM LEAVES KING CHARLES CAUGHT IN ROYAL CROSSFIRE: EXPERTS "What I find unforgivable is the stress that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle put on the queen in the last years of her life," Vickers told Fox News Digital. "[Harry] was doing a really good job over in England and indeed in the Commonwealth. And [Meghan] also seemed to be very committed to the Commonwealth. Even as an actress, before she met and married Prince Harry, she was going to African countries and undertaking humanitarian work. And obviously, she addressed the United Nations. It all looked very positive, but it wasn’t to be." Vickers shared a similar sentiment in his book, writing, "The distress the Sussexes caused the Queen in the last years of her life cannot be overestimated." WATCH: PRINCE HARRY, MEGHAN MARKLE CAUSED QUEEN STRESS IN FINAL YEARS: AUTHOR Meghan, an American actress and divorcee, married the British prince in 2018. The couple stepped back in 2020, citing unbearable intrusions by the British press and a lack of support from the palace. After settling in California, the couple gave an explosive televised interview to Oprah Winfrey in which they aired their grievances. The sit-down, which aired several allegations about the royal family, was viewed by nearly 50 million people worldwide. After the bombshell tell-all, the queen refused to take Harry’s phone calls without another person in the room, Vickers claimed. "I think that the queen was obviously feeling rather cautious whenever he got in touch," said Vickers. "I think that’s how I would put it." In the book, Vickers wrote, "Whenever Prince Harry called his grandmother, she asked her lady-in-waiting to stay with her." Harry, 41, relocated to his wife’s home state after Queen Elizabeth II rejected his proposal to be "half-in, half-out" as a working royal, according to Vickers. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "She did give Harry and Meghan a year to think about whether it was going to work out, this exile," he explained. "She made it quite clear on advice, obviously from her private secretary and his private secretary, and others, that you couldn’t be half in and half out. You couldn’t do what they wanted to do, which was to make their own money and still be contributing to royal duties. This wasn’t going to work. You either did your duties, or you didn’t." "And so, they decided that they were going to go off first to Canada, and then later on, to California," he shared. "And then after the year went by, the question arose: ‘How was it working out?’ They decided that they were going to stay. And at that point, he stepped down from his various positions in England." Vickers claims the queen told a friend that Harry, once in "a very useful role" as a popular working royal in the U.K., had "turned into a kind of childminder." The comment implies his life had largely shifted to caring for his children at his mansion in the wealthy, coastal city of Montecito. "The way I interpreted that, perhaps rather more harshly, was you cannot be Captain General of the Royal Marines, a very distinguished position which had been held by Prince Philip for many years, and lie barefoot under a tree in California," said Vickers. Meghan and Harry’s whirlwind romance began in July 2016 after they were introduced by a mutual friend, quickly escalating from a low-profile courtship to a royal engagement by November 2017. Less than a year later, they were married. While numerous reports over the years have said Prince William cautioned his brother about moving too quickly, Vickers said he was far from the only one who shared those concerns. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I think that whenever somebody rushes into a marriage, there are always likely to be people who are going to say, ‘Steady on, have you thought this through? How’s it going to go? Give it a bit of time,’" said Vickers. "It’s a very sensible bit of advice to give somebody. Of course, it’s not very popular with the couple in question. And I think that was one of the problems, one of the issues, that people close to Prince Harry — his father, his brother and so forth — did say, ‘Steady on, what’s going on? Are you really sure you are taking the right course?’ And if he were to have repeated that to his bride, she wouldn’t have been very pleased. So, I think that’s part of the tension, frankly." Vickers wrote that while some palace staff referred to Meghan, 44, as "Sparkle," Philip, Harry’s grandfather, dismissed her as "the American." Charles reportedly urged his son to "have fun with her, but don’t marry her." The queen even suggested that Harry should wait a year before marriage. Harry didn’t wait. "Many were alarmed that the bride had no family members to support her other than her mother," Vickers wrote. "It was said that the queen did not like the dress — too white and with ungainly shoulders. Someone close to the queen said her attitude to the actual wedding was: ‘You get on with it. It’s nothing to do with me.’" Vickers said that Harry and Meghan proposed a half-in, half-out arrangement, allowing them to carry out official engagements while pursuing financial independence. Senior royals reacted negatively to the idea, pointing out that part of being a working royal is dedicating your life completely to the role. Vickers wrote that Harry was "reluctantly out." In 2022, the queen, England’s longest-reigning monarch, died at age 96. In 2023, Harry’s memoir, "Spare," was published. In it, he laid bare his struggles with royal life and shared personal details about his family. It became the fastest-selling nonfiction book ever, and it went on to become one of the bestselling memoirs of all time. The Duke and Duchess are raising their two young children in California. "How did the queen’s view of Meghan Markle change?" said Vickers. "Well, I should imagine it changed quite a lot. She … [would have seen Harry go] off into a different world and not undertake his duties in the way she has done. I’m sure that was very distressing for her." "I think that their departure and the subsequent activities, particularly the Oprah Winfrey interview, obviously were very upsetting," he said. "And she came up with that wonderful remark, ‘Recollections may vary,’ which was a very polite way of putting it. So I think it inevitably caused her distress." "What I feel sad about the queen is that she had a lot of problems going on in the last years of her reign," Vickers reflected. "She had Brexit, she had [former Prime Minister] Boris Johnson, she had issues with the [former] Prince Andrew, she had issues with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, whereas she should have been sailing into sort of sunlit uplands, enjoying her Platinum Jubilee." "… A lot was going on. But then, of course, there always had been all through the reign. There were always problems that had to be dealt with." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d77d563fb569bd90861612 Masters fans cheer low prices as Augusta National concessions 'feel unreal' with $1.50 sandwiches te 2026-04-09T10:20:06.130Z Masters fans cheer low prices as Augusta National concessions 'feel unreal' with $1.50 sandwiches As prices soar across stadiums and arenas nationwide, Augusta National — home of the Masters golf tournament — is once again standing out for its low prices. The famed golf club in Augusta, Georgia, went viral on social media after journalist Claire Rogers shared a photo of its concession menu during the Augusta National Women's Amateur (ANWA). Rogers' post, shared March 31, highlighted food prices that remain low in 2026. LEFTOVER HACKS EXPLODE ON SOCIAL MEDIA AS AMERICANS FIGHT HIGH PRICES WITH SCRAP FOOD FEASTS The stand offered sandwiches ranging from $1.50 to $3, including egg salad and pimento cheese at the low end, and club and ham-and-cheese options at $3. Muffins were priced at $2.50, while cookies and chips were sold for $1.50.  A Georgia peach ice cream sandwich was listed at $3. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Popcorn and candy were each priced at $2 — while over-the-counter pain relievers like Advil or Aleve cost 75 cents. The low prices drew widespread praise on social media. "One of the best parts of Augusta," an X user said. "The food prices still feel unreal compared to everything else in sports." "@McDonalds, this used to be what your value menu used to look like," another wrote. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The women's tournament serves as a lead-in event ahead of the Masters, which begins Thursday with the opening round. While Augusta National has not released official concession prices for the Masters, the ANWA menu suggests prices are expected to remain low. That pricing stands in sharp contrast to the overall cost of attending the Masters, one of the most in-demand sporting events in the world, where tickets are notoriously difficult to obtain. The concession prices are low because Augusta National is "making so much money on everything else," said Cody Moore, a wealth management advisor in Alpharetta, Georgia. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES A self-described Masters fan, Moore told Fox News Digital the tournaments bring in as much as $250 million a year, which offsets the cost of food. "They're likely not turning a profit at all on their concession prices — but when you're buying food, you're very likely to buy apparel, memorabilia and other items at a significant margin," he said.  Moore expected similar prices at the Masters, as it's become "one of the trademarks" of the tournament. "Augusta has kept them that way intentionally for years, and it's become a big part of what makes the experience unique, in my opinion," he said.  It's "less about profits and more about respect and admiration for the immense tradition of the tournament and course." Fox News Digital reached out to Augusta National for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d77d553fb569bd90861609 Trump trashes MTG after Republican wins contest to fill her old seat 'despite the stench left by Greene' te 2026-04-09T10:20:05.558Z Trump trashes MTG after Republican wins contest to fill her old seat 'despite the stench left by Greene' President Donald Trump blasted former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on Wednesday after Republican Clay Fuller won the special election runoff on Tuesday to fill Greene's old seat in Georgia's 14th Congressional District. "Marjorie 'Traitor' Brown’s (GREEN TURNS TO BROWN UNDER STRESS!) seat in Congress has been taken over by a wonderful and talented man, Clay Fuller, who won convincingly, and right from the beginning, despite many people running for that 'TRUMP' +37 seat, and despite the stench left by Greene," Trump declared in a Wednesday Truth Social post. "Congratulations to Clay Fuller, a very large improvement over his deranged predecessor!" the president added. MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE SAYS TRUMP, GOP ‘GOVERNED AMERICA LAST,’ PREDICTS MIDTERM LOSSES While Greene won re-election to the district by more than 28% in 2024, unofficial results for the April 7 contest indicate that Fuller won by more than 11%. It also appears that far fewer people voted in the recent contest compared to the 2024 race, which occurred during a presidential election cycle. Greene declared in a post on X that the district "was never in danger of flipping blue, but the results speak for themselves. Trump flipping MAGA from America First to America Last, covering up for the Epstein files, and betraying key campaign promises of no more foreign wars has been the best help for the Democrats. Sad!" Greene, who was previously an ardent Trump supporter, had a falling out with the president last year and left office early this year in the middle of her two-year term. EX-TRUMP ALLY MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE JOINS LEFT-WING CALLS FOR THE 25TH AMENDMENT AS IRAN DEADLINE NEARS On Easter Sunday after Trump's controversial Truth Social post threatening Iranian power plants and bridges, Greene blasted the president in a post on X, saying he had "gone insane." "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F[---]in’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," Trump said in the post on Sunday. In part of a lengthy post on X, Greene asserted, "Everyone in his administration that claims to be a Christian needs to fall on their knees and beg forgiveness from God and stop worshipping the President and intervene in Trump’s madness. I know all of you and him and he has gone insane, and all of you are complicit." Then on Tuesday, after Trump threatened that an entire "civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again," Greene called for removing the president from office via the 25th Amendment. REPUBLICANS WIN BUT DEMOCRATS ALSO CLAIM VICTORY WITH BALLOT BOX SURGE IN TRUMP TERRITORY "25TH AMENDMENT!!! Not a single bomb has dropped on America. We cannot kill an entire civilization. This is evil and madness," she wrote in a post on X. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d77afc3fb569bd9086159d Paulina Gretzky returns to the Masters Par 3 Contest caddying for Dustin Johnson te 2026-04-09T10:10:04.495Z Paulina Gretzky returns to the Masters Par 3 Contest caddying for Dustin Johnson Paulina Gretzky, the daughter of NHL legend Wayne Gretzky and wife of LIV Golf star Dustin Johnson, was at the Masters Par 3 Contest caddying for her husband on Wednesday. The Masters Par 3 Contest is the event that takes place before the Masters tees off. It’s one of the lighthearted events of the week as golfers were able to test whether they can get some aces on specific holes at Augusta National. It’s an event meant for fun and family. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Gretzky was pictured with Johnson as he participated in the event. Johnson finished 1-over par during the event, which Aaron Rai won. She was also spotted with Nicole Willett, the wife of Danny Willett. Gretzky has appeared at the event for several years, including when Johnson won his first green jacket all the way back in 2020. That year, the event was held in November due to the coronavirus pandemic. Johnson set a record with a final score of 20-under par. SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER'S FAMILY, INCLUDING 12-DAY-OLD SON, ENJOY MASTERS PAR 3 CONTEST AT AUGUSTA It was the last time Johnson won an event that also featured PGA Tour competitors. He was one of the first golfers who joined LIV Golf, participating in his first event in June 2022. In the LIV Golf series, Johnson has picked up three individual wins. He won the LIV Golf Boston Invitational in September 2022, LIV Golf Tulsa in 2023 and LIV Golf Las Vegas in February 2024. He hasn’t won an event since then. He’s 26th in the standings through five events this season. His best finish came in Singapore where he finished tied for 10th. Johnson will be in the field for the Masters once more. He tees off in the first round at 9:43 a.m. ET on Thursday. 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/69d776723fb569bd908614cb Falcons lineman Kaleb McGary suddenly retires at 31 after missing last season with injury, agent says te 2026-04-09T09:50:42.742Z Falcons lineman Kaleb McGary suddenly retires at 31 after missing last season with injury, agent says The Atlanta Falcons suddenly had a key vacancy along their well-regarded offensive line on Wednesday. After starting at the right tackle spot for six seasons in Atlanta, right tackle Kaleb McGary’s agent, Colin Roberts, announced that the Falcons right tackle is stepping away from the NFL. "Congrats to Kaleb McGary on his retirement and an amazing career," Roberts wrote on X. The announcement comes less than a year after McGary suffered a knee injury on the final day of training camp that sidelined him for the entire 2025 season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The right tackle position carries increased importance in Atlanta, as the team’s roster includes two left-handed quarterbacks in Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. McGary was expected to return in 2026 to protect the quarterback’s blindside once he had fully recovered from the injury. Former Falcons quarterback and current team president Matt Ryan, who played alongside McGary for three seasons, reflected on the news. 2026 NFL FREE AGENCY: THE 10 BEST UNDER-THE-RADAR DEALS SO FAR THIS OFFSEASON The Falcons’ offensive line has been a top-10 unit by Pro Football Focus multiple times since McGary's arrival, with continuity driving Atlanta’s success. The Falcons line is also credited with helping All-Pro running back Bijan Robison emerge as one of the league's premiere players. Last summer, Roberts announced his client reached a two-year contract extension with the Falcons. The Falcons turned to Elijah Wilkerson after reserve right tackle Storm Norton went down with what proved to also be a season-ending injury before the 2025 regular season. The Falcons moved quickly to address the open roster spot left void by McGary, with Jawaan Taylor's agents telling ESPN that the former Kansas City Chiefs tackle reached a one-year agreement to come to Atlanta. 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/69d774323fb569bd9086145f WATCH: Son of former top Iranian official seen living comfortable life in Los Angeles te 2026-04-09T09:41:06.626Z WATCH: Son of former top Iranian official seen living comfortable life in Los Angeles The son of a former top-level Iranian official, who acted as the spokesperson for hostage takers occupying Tehran's U.S. Embassy in 1979, is yet another relative of Iran's hard-lined Islamist regime caught living a comfortable and affluent Western lifestyle in Los Angeles.  Petitioners have been calling for Eissa Hashemi, 43, to be investigated and deported, arguing it is unfair for the relatives of these Iranian leaders to enjoy the freedom and privileges afforded to people in the West, and more particularly in the United States, while their government in Iran continues to oppress and restrict its people from exercising rights seen as basic within America. In addition to Hashemi, the niece and grandniece of the late Iranian terror mastermind Qasem Soleimani, have also been living comfortably in Los Angeles until recently, when they were taken into custody by federal immigration officials and had their green cards taken away by the State Department. Sheila Nazarian, who fled Iran as a child, slammed the late-terror leader's relatives for posting photos on social media of themselves in bikinis, on yachts, next to helicopters, and wearing other clothing that otherwise could get them killed in Iran. Fox News Digital obtained photos of Hashemi at what the New York Post described as a "fancy" gym in Los Angeles, during which he reportedly brushed off reporter's questions. Hashemi is the son of Masoumeh Ebtekar, dubbed by the American media as "Screaming Mary" amid her role acting as the spokesperson for the hostage takers who captured more than 50 American hostages at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran in 1979 where they were held captive for over a year. PHOTOS: INSIDE THE CALIFORNIA HOME OF QASEM SOLEIMANI'S RELATIVES AFTER ICE ARREST  Ebtekar also served in a formal role as Vice President of Women and Family Affairs in Iran between 2017 and 2021. PBS's Frontline dubbed her "one of the highest-ranking women in the Muslim world" during an interview with the Muslim leader in 2002.  Meanwhile, Ebtekar's son appears to be living in the Los Angeles area while holding down a job as an adjunct psychology professor at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.  According to the U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe his now-deleted LinkedIn page previously indicated in 2015 that he was a doctoral student at the Los Angeles branch of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. The outlet also indicated his wife, Maryam Tahmasebi, also had her home listed in Los Angeles on her social media profiles, and added that the information had been confirmed through an anonymous source that Radio Free Liberty described as an "acquaintance" to the couple. A spokesperson identifying themselves as the administrator of Massumeh Ebtekar's web pages reportedly indicated the couple made a "personal decision" to study abroad after completing their master's programs in Iran. The outlet also recounted a 2008 interview Hashemi conducted. IRANIAN REGIME RELATIVES LIVING LARGE IN US AMID CONFLICT "In an interview published in 2008, Hashemi provided a rare window into his views on the hostage crisis, saying he got a grasp of the reasons behind it after reading a book his mother published in Canada," the outlet reported, adding a quote from Hashemi's interview about his view on the hostage crisis his mom played a pivotal role in: "When mother's book was translated from English, I understood the issue fully," he said, according to PBS at the time. "The students then had a big move, an important cause." According to the New York Post, people have been protesting against Hashemi living in the United States for months. There are several petitions registered on Change.org calling on him to be investigated and deported, some of which have been put under review by the petition website, according to a Fox News Digital review of recent petitions on Change.org The Post added that records show Hashemi is residing in Agoura Hills, inside Los Angeles County, with his fellow psychology professor wife Maryam Tahmasebi. "The presence of these families often feels like a slap in the face to those advocating for freedom and justice in Iran. It is time to address this issue by taking a firm stance against hosting the families of those involved with a government that does not align with U.S. values," one of the remaining petitions on Change.org states. "A concrete and actionable solution would be for immigration and Homeland Security officials to review and, where necessary, revoke visas or residency permits for families of officials complicit in human rights violations. This scrutiny would demonstrate the U.S.'s commitment to human rights and ensure its policies are consistent with its values." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7741e3fb569bd90861456 How skipping prom led Scarlett Bordeaux on path to pro wrestling stardom te 2026-04-09T09:40:46.853Z How skipping prom led Scarlett Bordeaux on path to pro wrestling stardom There is no one way to get into professional wrestling. Fans have learned through the last few decades that superstars can come from anywhere. The traditional route is going through a wrestling school then finding out what it takes in independent promotions. A few of the other ways include being discovered through bodybuilding competitions and various other sports that really don’t have anything to do with wrestling. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM For professional wrestler Scarlett Bordeaux, she told Fox News Digital in a recent interview that she started to get involved after falling in love with the sport when she was young. "I worked at a movie theater for my first job and some of my co-workers were big indie wrestling fans," she explained. "They would go to AAW every month. I didn’t know what the hell they were talking about when they were talking about going to wrestling every month, but one day I was like, let me just come with you. I don’t want to go to prom, so let me go with you instead of going to prom. "I loved it. I thought it was amazing. And within a few months of going to these indie shows, I was like, I kind of want to do this. I feel like I could do this. I asked if I could help set up chairs, throw away trash, whatever I could do to be around. I just went up to the promoter of one show, and then a few months later, it was December, Christmas, he asked me if I had a sexy Santa costume because they wanted to give me a piledriver. I didn’t know what a piledriver was, but I said yes, and took the piledriver, got back to the back and they threw a bucket of snow on me and said welcome to the business. And I was hooked." From there Bordeaux worked her way through the business. She appeared on several independent promotions and earned a few championships along the way. PRO WRESTLING STAR TREVOR LEE SIGNS MLW DEAL, TALKS GOALS WITH COMPANY She and her husband, a pro wrestler known as Killer Kross, made their way up to WWE in 2019 and had their second stint in 2022. Their contracts expired in 2025 and they both signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW) where they both presently perform. The road to success is always paved with bumps. Bordeaux described one of the more serious ones she took during her career. "There was a wrestler named Keith Walker. This guy, I want to say he was probably 6-foot-5, big dude, big dude. It was a choke slam. And when I tell you like my knees hit my forehead, like that’s how hard I was bent in half," she told Fox News Digital. "Everyone thought it was great. They wanted it again the next month. "The next month I did it. I got like a stinger from that. I just felt like the buzz through my leg and I was just kind of briefly limping and they’re like, you’re never taking that again. That was the absolute worst bump I’ve ever taken." Luckily, Bordeaux is still competing at a high level and competing with some of the best pro wrestling has to offer at MLW. 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/69d76d9b3fb569bd90861320 VA Dem rejects ‘power grab’ claims on Spanberger redistricting as GOP warns 10–1 map would split rural vote te 2026-04-09T09:12:59.213Z VA Dem rejects ‘power grab’ claims on Spanberger redistricting as GOP warns 10–1 map would split rural vote A top Virginia Democrat is defending support for the redistricting effort critics are calling a "power grab" on the part of Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Richmond leadership, dismissing claims that rural Virginians will have their voices diluted by an urban-centric map. The redistricting referendum, before voters through April 21, would redraw Virginia’s 6-5 Democrat-majority congressional map to a likely 10-1 spread, leaving only Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Va., from the Old Dominion’s mountainous far southwest in office for the GOP. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va., a first-term Loudoun County congressman, told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the goal of the redistricting remains as stated in its referendum text: to "restore fairness" in congressional apportionment.  When Virginians head to the polls, he argues, issues like the Iran conflict, health care funding and unease over the state of immigration enforcement will be on their minds. SOROS-BACKED GROUP AMONG LIBERAL ORGS PUMPING EYE-POPPING CASH INTO VIRGINIA GERRYMANDERING EFFORT "There’s two different things here … there’s the redistricting amendment: the reason the general assembly pushed this forward was to be a response to Texas and other red states who are planning to do this — the idea was to even the playing field going into the midterms," he said. "The reason I believe people will vote for it is because they are angry at the Trump administration in Virginia," he added. Subramanyam pushed back on claims from Republicans, including rural Rep. Ben Cline of the Shenandoah Valley, that areas like his, primed to be chopped up by the new map, will suddenly see their next representative ignore their needs. His district's population is centered in Loudoun, outside Washington, D.C., but it extends into rural Washington, Va., Sperryville and Warrenton, which together are geographically larger than the dense suburbs. "I spend a lot of time in Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties, even though I live in Loudoun County, and they actually get a disproportionate amount of federal funding and appropriations requests from my office because we are working really hard in those counties and know they have a lot of needs." THIS CRUCIAL STATE IS THE LATEST BATTLEGROUND IN REDISTRICTING WAR BETWEEN TRUMP AND DEMOCRATS Subramanyam said that even if lawmakers hail from Virginia’s cities or suburbs, they will often go "out of their way" to support the counties they don’t live in because they need a voice. "What I would say to [critics] is they should talk to my constituents in Fauquier and Rappahannock, who may not vote for me in big numbers, but they appreciate that we're working really hard for them anyway." In that regard, Democrats are already lining up to run for Congress in a district that includes part of Subramanyam’s current area — a lobster-shaped district that Republicans claim is drawn intentionally to include a tiny slice of Fairfax and Loudoun for population’s sake, then expand far south to Powhatan and west to West Virginia’s state line while remaining blue. State Del. Dan Helmer, D-Fairfax, progenitor of the state’s new gun control panoply, along with former first lady Dorothy McAuliffe and Jack Smith prosecutor JP Cooney, are all seeking the drafted seat. Cline previously told Fox News Digital he worries for his current constituents, adding that the Shenandoah Valley is Virginia’s top agricultural area and farmers’ voices will have to be divided among five new federal lawmakers. Expanding on voter sentiment, Fox News Digital asked Subramanyam about recent polling showing Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s popularity taking a hit amid her support for redistricting and other liberal priorities moving through the state legislature. BATTLE FOR THE HOUSE RUNS THROUGH VIRGINIA AS COURT OKS HIGH-STAKES REDISTRICTING VOTE "I wouldn't read too much into it," he said. "She certainly is very early into her administration and has a lot of time to show people what she’s all about." Subramanyam predicted that if there were a repeat election tomorrow, Spanberger would again defeat former Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears by the same 15 points as in November. "We’re seeing that all over the country right now -- backlash against the Trump administration is finding its way into school board races and Supreme Court races in Wisconsin and places like Georgia." Just down Leesburg Pike from Subramanyam’s district, Rep. Donald Beyer of Alexandria offered his own comments on the redistricting effort, telling NBC News a ‘yes’ vote is crucial for "those of us who believe that taking back the House is the most significant thing we can do to stop Donald Trump." Beyer — whose seat is considered safe with or without a cartographic change — did mention the "fairness" aspect, calling the new 10-1 Democrat-friendly map "totally fair for America" even if critics found it "unfair in Virginia." Virginia House Minority Leader Terry Kilgore, R-Gate City, whose rural district is closer to Birmingham than Washington, pushed back on the collective sentiment, telling Fox News Digital that the new map is "manifestly unfair" to the rest of Virginia. "We’re a 51-49 state, not a 90-10 state. If they’re willing to silence nearly half the Commonwealth’s voters in the name of ‘fairness,’ what else are they willing to do?" he said. Kilgore’s Senate counterpart, Minority Leader Ryan McDougle of Hanover, echoed him in recent comments to Fox News Digital, saying the new map is just the next step in the "con job" agenda from Democrats who claim to prioritize affordability but instead are "trying to shove another partisan power grab down our throats, this time wrapped in the phony label of ‘fairness.'" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d76d873fb569bd90861317 SEN RICK SCOTT: The lesson of Artemis? Purge woke politics and let NASA do its job te 2026-04-09T09:12:39.734Z SEN RICK SCOTT: The lesson of Artemis? Purge woke politics and let NASA do its job This week, Americans and people around the world have been awed and inspired by an incredible journey that began in my home state of Florida. After a successful launch at Cape Canaveral, NASA has sentNASA has sent human beings around the Moon for the first time in 54 years. Artemis II has now completed its lunar flyby, traveling more than 250,000 miles from Earth and venturing farther into space than any crewed mission in modern history. As exciting as this mission is, it’s only the beginning of America’s new future on the final frontier. And none of it would be possible without sound leadership. Under the leadership of President Trump and NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, Artemis III is expected to launch next year, entering low Earth orbit to rendezvous with one or both commercial lunar landers before landing Americans on the Moon in 2028. ARTEMIS II ASTRONAUTS NOW UNDER EARTH'S GRAVITY AGAIN AFTER LEAVING MOON'S SPHERE OF INFLUENCE While this achievement belongs first and foremost to our heroic astronauts, NASA’s brilliant workforce, and everyone who has worked so hard on Florida’s Space Coast, it is also the result of a long-needed shift in leadership priorities. For decades, NASA struggled with inconsistent direction. After Barack Obama canceled the Constellation program, the agency drifted, and Florida’s Space Coast began to fall by the wayside. Back then, NASA funding reached an all-time low as a percentage of the federal budget. Jobs started to disappear in Florida. That’s why, during my eight years as governor, we worked to invest more than $230 million in spaceport projects to help the Space Coast and create thousands of high-paying aerospace jobs. This included working with the private sector, helping set the stage for Florida as the site of the Blue Origin launch site and the transfer of the Shuttle Landing Facility from NASA to Space Florida. NASA RETURNS HUMANS TO DEEP SPACE AFTER OVER 50 YEARS WITH ARTEMIS II MOON MISSION Then things got back on track during President Trump’s first term. By reestablishing the National Space Council, launching the Moon-to-Mars program and setting a clear objective to return Americans to the Moon, he gave NASA back its focus and purpose. That progress once again stalled under Joe Biden. While Artemis was allowed to continue, the Biden administration overloaded NASA with political mandates that had little to do with space exploration and everything to do with appeasing the radical left. Climate activism and "DEI" initiatives took over, draining resources and distracting from the mission. In his first 100 days, Biden installed a diversity adviser tasked with embedding "equity" into every corner of the agency. NASA was also pulled into the White House Climate Task Force and directed to expand its role in climate policy. The administration created a senior climate adviser position, further entrenching political priorities inside what should be a mission-driven space agency. TRUMP HYPES MOON MISSION AS ARTEMIS II PREPARES TO LIFT OFF UNDER PRESSURE FROM PAST FAILURES Reports show that at least $13 million was spent on DEI programs between 2021 and 2024, funding consultants, internal training and identity-based initiatives despite concerns about mission readiness. Americans were horrified when NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Sunni" Williams were left stranded in space for months due to ongoing failures with the Boeing Starliner. What should have been a routine mission turned into a national embarrassment. It underscored what happens when excellence takes a back seat to politics. NASA AT A CROSSROADS: TRUMP’S PLAN TO REFOCUS, EXPLORE AND BEAT CHINA At the same time, ideology began creeping into scientific funding. Researchers warned that grant applicants were expected to demonstrate alignment with DEI principles to compete for funding. This shift was openly embraced at the highest levels. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson repeatedly declared that NASA was in the climate propaganda business instead of the space business, even stating publicly that "NASA is a climate agency" in official communications. Instead of inspiring children to explore the universe, NASA used Americans’ tax dollars to frighten them with hysterical predictions of a climate change nightmare. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION With China aggressively advancing its own space program, the United States cannot afford politicized mission creep. That direction is now changing under the leadership of President Trump. NASA’s focus has been clear: execute the Artemis program, strengthen commercial partnerships and ensure America wins the second space race. Congress should follow suit and do everything within our power to make sure NASA’s space exploration mission cannot be hijacked by future Democrat administrations that want to use it for woke political propaganda. That’s why Congress needs to take up and pass my Dismantle DEI Act to codify President Trump’s executive actions terminating DEI programs and initiatives, preventing future administrations from reinstating similar Biden-era DEI policies. This will ensure that NASA — and the rest of our federal government — remain focused on mission and merit. As Artemis III approaches, the stakes could not be higher. The United States can lead a new Space Age or fall behind because of distractions and misplaced priorities. Artemis II has opened the door to a Golden Age of space exploration. We in Washington must make sure that door stays open for future generations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d76d733fb569bd9086130e Pence launches GOP messaging blitz on ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ ahead of midterms te 2026-04-09T09:12:19.951Z Pence launches GOP messaging blitz on ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ ahead of midterms FIRST ON FOX: Advancing American Freedom (AAF), the conservative group founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, is launching a campaign to boost GOP messaging on the "One Big Beautiful Bill" as midterms ramp up. The effort aims to give GOP lawmakers and staff a messaging playbook on taxes and energy as midterm campaigning intensifies, with the economy emerging as a defining issue for voters. Central to the effort is a 90-page report, "One Big Beautiful Booklet: 60 Key Reforms in the One Big Beautiful Bill," obtained by Fox News Digital. RNC CHAIR SAYS 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL' KEY PART OF GOP'S STRATEGY TO WIN SEATS IN MIDTERM ELECTIONS AAF will unveil the report on Capitol Hill Thursday, having already locked in more than 20 meetings with GOP offices. President Donald Trump’s landmark "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," passed July 4, 2025, combines tax cuts, energy expansion and spending reductions into a centerpiece GOP policy package. Pence praised the effort, telling Fox News Digital, "President Trump and congressional Republicans deserve all the praise in the world for extending the Trump-Pence tax cuts and defunding Planned Parenthood in the One Big Beautiful Bill." The group says the bill prevented tax hikes, including higher individual rates, a smaller standard deduction and cuts to the child tax credit, while also avoiding new burdens on businesses. MCINTOSH: MIDTERMS A CHOICE BETWEEN TRUMP’S ‘GREAT PROGRESS’ AND ‘SOCIALISTS BACK IN’ It also touts roughly $800 billion in tax relief from 2025 to 2030 — about $6,000 per household — along with reduced spending and expanded domestic energy production. AAF backed the legislation with a $10 million campaign supporting the extension of Trump-era tax cuts and launched a website to provide lawmakers with messaging and policy resources. The effort comes as Republicans sharpen their economic message ahead of the midterms. "I couldn’t be prouder of the team at Advancing American Freedom in releasing the ‘One Big Beautiful Binder,’" Pence said. "This collection of 60 substantial policy memos highlights key reforms that will stimulate the economy and preserve America’s economic dynamism into the mid-21st century." Pence added that policy memos were critical throughout his time in public office and said he expects lawmakers to rely on the report as a "go-to resource." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d76d603fb569bd90861305 We could win the AI war and still lose all of our freedoms if we aren’t careful te 2026-04-09T09:12:00.505Z We could win the AI war and still lose all of our freedoms if we aren’t careful I have spent half a century tracking threats to American security — from Soviet armored columns to jihadist networks to the accelerating military machine of communist China. In all that time, I have never watched a danger develop quite like this one: a threat born not only from our adversaries, but one we are building ourselves, with our own capital and our own engineering genius, moving faster than we have decided what rules should govern it. That is the unspoken risk inside this technology race. Right now, America is moving too fast to see it clearly. To understand where this road leads without discipline, look at what Beijing has already built. In a 2025 address to China’s Politburo, President Xi Jinping called machine intelligence a "strategic technology" reshaping the foundations of state power — not merely a tool, but the engine of governance and global dominance. China has deployed more than 200 million surveillance cameras, many equipped with facial recognition and integrated into national police networks. Human Rights Watch documented that a digital surveillance network in Xinjiang flagged Uyghur Muslims for detention not because they committed crimes, but because an AI-powered predictive surveillance system said they might. AMERICA’S ‘UNDECLARED EMERGENCY:’ PALANTIR EXEC TALKS IRAN, DEADLY NEW US WEAPONS AND HOW TO AVOID WORLD WAR 3 China now holds roughly 70% of global surveillance patents, and through the Belt and Road Initiative it is exporting that model of control across Asia, Africa and Latin America. Countries importing these systems are not buying hardware. They are importing a governing philosophy — one where automated control has displaced constitutional rights. That is the road we must not walk. And right now, we are not as far from it as Americans assume. America is racing to answer. It should be. On his first full day in office, President Donald Trump announced the Stargate Project — committing OpenAI, Oracle, SoftBank and MGX to up to $500 billion in U.S. computing infrastructure, with the flagship campus in Abilene, Texas, already operational. The administration’s July 2025 AI Action Plan outlined more than 90 policy actions spanning innovation, infrastructure and international leadership. In September, Trump convened more than 30 technology executives at the White House — Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, Oracle, AMD and OpenAI — securing investment pledges topping $1.5 trillion through the decade. FOX NEWS AI NEWSLETTER: PALANTIR CTO WARNS US HAS ONLY 'EIGHT DAYS OF WEAPONS' IN HYPOTHETICAL CHINA BATTLE In November, the president signed the Genesis Mission executive order, establishing the most ambitious federal research initiative since the Manhattan Project: a national platform fusing Department of Energy supercomputers, secure cloud systems and scientific datasets to compress discovery cycles from years to months. Microsoft just committed $10 billion to technology infrastructure in Japan, anchoring a U.S.-aligned digital ecosystem in the Pacific as a direct counter to Beijing. The pace and scale of this investment is right. The urgency is warranted. But urgency is precisely when guardrails disappear. And that is why the alarm must be sounded. AI RAISES THE STAKES FOR NATIONAL SECURITY. HERE’S HOW TO GET IT RIGHT The same systems built to outcompete Beijing can be turned inward — not by any single dramatic decree from the White House, but through thousands of small decisions made in the name of speed: efficiency replacing accountability, automation replacing human judgment, convenience replacing constitutional limits. Cybersecurity experts now warn that autonomous systems resist reliable control through conventional software frameworks. That is a sobering reality when those systems are embedded in defense, law enforcement, or the delivery of government services. Freedom in America is rarely lost all at once. It erodes through systems that make decisions too fast to question, operate too opaquely to challenge, and reach too widely to escape. When automated systems begin to determine who receives benefits, shape what information citizens can access, or drive consequential decisions without human accountability, authority has quietly migrated — from elected officials and courts to systems no one fully understands and no one voted to empower. Trump’s December 2025 executive order on AI rightly pushed back against the splintered maze of state regulations threatening to fragment American innovation. His March 2026 national AI legislative framework urged Congress toward a unified federal approach covering child safety, intellectual property, free speech, and workforce development. Both were necessary steps. But a legislative recommendation is not law. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION There are still no binding federal standards specifying what human oversight is required before an automated system makes a binding decision about an American citizen, what transparency is owed when government systems evaluate the people they govern, or how privacy, due process, and free expression survive the age of machine rule. Congress must act — not to slow the race, but to make sure what we preserve is worth winning. These questions are at the core of my new book, "The New AI Cold War: Liberty vs. Tyranny in the Age of Machine Empires," available later this in April. The contest with China is as real as any this nation has faced. So is the internal temptation every great power confronts in a long competition: adopting the logic of your adversary in the name of defeating him. Make no mistake — our adversaries are already deploying these technologies against American interests. But that is not where the greatest danger lies. It lies closer to home: that in the name of defeating them, we quietly build the same architecture of control ourselves — and by the time we recognize it, the infrastructure is already in place. History will not judge us by whether we built AI first. It will judge whether we remained free while doing so. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM BOB MAGINNIS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d76d4c3fb569bd908612fc MORNING GLORY: President Trump leads the West to a big win against Iran te 2026-04-09T09:11:40.860Z MORNING GLORY: President Trump leads the West to a big win against Iran "A big win for President Trump IF the Strait opens and stays open." As part of The Panel on Special Report, that was my instant reaction when Bret Baier asked all five of us to assess the just announced two week cease-fire in the battle with Iran. While Dasha Burns, Mark Penn and Juan Williams demurred one way or the other, Kellyanne Conway agreed with me and elaborated, citing President Trump’s long established pattern of negotiation having brought about at least a temporary win. The test of how big a win it actually is will be revealed in the rest of the two weeks. The crucial issue is, can whomever in Iran wrote the check promising the Strait of Hormuz would open actually be able to cash it? If so, the world’s oil supply will surge a bit and the remnants of the Iranian regime will have a chance to inventory the destruction that has rained down on their forces for five weeks. TRUMP’S IRAN STRATEGY IS WORKING AND TEACHING OUR FOES WHAT DETERRENCE MEANS If the Strait doesn’t reopen to unmolested traffic, or the attacks on Israel and our Gulf allies don’t cease, another round of the third Gulf war will soon commence. The first round began with the disaster of the invasion of Israel from Gaza and the massacre and kidnapping which followed on October 7, 2023. With a combination of help and hurdles, the U.S. under the (maybe) direction of President Biden stood with our embattled ally, and Israel struck back hard against Hamas to the south, Hezbollah to the north and from the Houthis across the Arabian peninsula. The Jewish State absorbed the first direct attack from Iran with our help. The reality of the menace from Iran and its proxies was revealed to the world. When President Trump returned to the Oval Office, the Israelis got their hostages back because of pressure brought to bear by the president and his team. A cease-fire took hold and the remnants of Hamas and the forces Hezbollah retreated to their tunnels and hideouts, all of their senior leadership dead. IRAN REVEALS 10-POINT PLAN FOR PEACE WITH THE US – HERE'S WHAT'S IN IT The next round began in June of 2025, with Israel’s Operation Rising Lion and ended with America’s Operation Midnight Hammer. The Iranian nuclear program was obliterated and its air defenses shattered. The people of Iran then rose in December to demand change and were massacred in January. The world saw clearly the lunacy of the Khamenei 1.0 regime. The U.S. and Israel planned their next attack. They struck with devastating results on February 28 with Operation Epic Fury and Operation Roaring Lion. At the enormous cost of 13 precious American lives and a score of seriously wounded U.S. soldiers and dozens of casualties in Israel and the Gulf States, the allies shattered every aspect of the terrorist regime in Tehran. We don’t know who is running what in Iran, but we have more forces en route and anywhere from a day to two weeks to assess the massive intelligence haul of the past 96 hours, which includes the near miraculous rescue of the downed American airmen and the fractured, frantic and ineffective response of the disabled IRGC to the chance to capture one of our invaluable warriors. The rescues humiliated the Iranian regime — again — and ongoing damage to their military industrial base continued unabated. Within the hours of the incredibly complex rescue missions also came the B-2s again, to drop Massive Ordinance Penetrators on two locations in Tehran in the midst of the rescue operation as IRGC senior leadership unwisely gathered. The public doesn’t known who is left alive on the IRGC side, but reports of a critically wounded Khamenei 2.0 and still more erasures from the IRGC command structure leaves the regime tottering. There is still no internet for the people of Iran. The remnant is afraid of us, Israel and their own people. President Trump issued his ultimatum. His never-evolving critics denounced his language though it got through to whomever is running the bunkers in Iran. (It’s absurd to read the post by President Trump as threatening the Iranian people when the "civilization" he was referring to was manifestly the one oppressing the "Great People of Iran," the one which the president stated in the post had ruled for 47 years through "extortion, corruption and death.") Incredibly, some in the Manhattan-Beltway national security left tried to turn this post into the threat of the use of nuclear weapons or slightly less insane lesser degrees of disproportionate attack on civilians, which it never was. Insta-experts declaimed how attacks on bridges and power plants were war crimes. Online hysteria among those suffering from Trump Derangement Syndrome reached new heights. Then someone within the regime blinked and the president took the big win. Instantly his online critics went from "He’s a war criminal" to "TACO Tuesday." Their collective 180 doesn’t make sense. They don’t make sense. They have lost the thread. A mortal enemy of the West for nearly a half century has been pummeled, its leadership destroyed, its proxies battered. Five weeks of battle have shown the world that Iran cannot defend itself and possesses only missiles and drones that fire mostly ineffectively at anyone they can reach. Time will quickly tell us if the new set of rulers atop the smoking ruins of the IRGC command chart can follow through on the promise that secured the cease fire. If not, President Trump can initiate another round of pummeling with more and updated intelligence on what is going on within the regime. MIKE PENCE: TRUMP AND OUR INCREDIBLE MILITARY ARE ENDING 47 YEARS OF IRANIAN TERROR It is far from over, but long conflicts never resolve in a month. The most relevant history to consult comes from the closing decade of Cold War I. During the summer of 1983, President Ronald Reagan, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and French President Francois Mitterrand planned deployment to Europe of the Pershing II missile as well as nuclear-capable cruise missiles. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Enormous domestic and international pressure tried to make them stop, but they didn’t. Instead they established deterrent and telegraphed Western will to the Soviets. Along with Reagan’s SDI, support of the Mujahideen in Afghanistan and his walk-out at Reykjavík, the West turned the momentum of the Cold War, through the last acts of which President George H.W.  Bush adroitly managed the West, and that decades old drama ended in dissolution of USSR in December, 1991. HEGSETH DECLARES 'DECISIVE MILITARY VICTORY' OVER IRAN Note that’s an eight-year unbroken stretch of American presidents’ commitment to winning crucial battles along the way which preceded the strategic victory. To accomplish such huge shifts on the world stage, the West’s enemies must believe the U.S. and its allies are (1) strong and (2) can use that strength despite domestic political opposition and legacy media-hatred on both sides of the Atlantic. Snap judgments of every twist and turn have to be made, but the first five weeks of this phase of the 47-year war with the regime was been an enormous success, and probably made inevitable the transformation or collapse of the Iranian regime. It also revealed a terrible sclerosis among the European allies that stood with us in the first Cold War. The good news is that it also revealed the immense capabilities of our most important ally, Israel, as well as the recognition of reality from our Gulf State allies. Fundamental things are afoot in the Middle East, most of them very good indeed. The U.S.-Israel-Iran battles of 2025 and 2026 are already pivot points in world history and we aren’t close to the end of this drama. But the U.S. has re-established deterrence via President Trump’s moves here and across the world. He and Prime Minister Netanyahu not only just ordered and oversaw the crushing of the Iranian nuclear program and military-industrial base in ways we can barely know, they also ordered the destruction of four or more levels of radical and corrupt regime leadership and brought much closer the prospect of real freedom for the Iranian people. We won’t know for years how to fully assess the past five weeks, but with the ‘83-‘91 example of strategic will and patience in mind, Tuesday night was a very good night for the West — if the Iranian regime reopens the Strait and ceases fire soon. If the Iranian regime cannot control its missile and drone forces because the leadership is dead or impotent, the war will resume. But freedom for the long suffering Iranian people and stability in the Middle East has never been closer since 1979. 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 6 p..m 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/69d76d393fb569bd908612f3 What happens when a fighter pilot ejects? Inside the split-second escape after F-15E hit over Iran te 2026-04-09T09:11:21.398Z What happens when a fighter pilot ejects? Inside the split-second escape after F-15E hit over Iran A U.S. Air Force crew had only seconds to react after their F-15E Strike Eagle was hit by enemy fire over Iran Friday. Both airmen ejected. The escape from the aircraft — triggered in an instant — set off a high-risk rescue mission deep inside hostile territory, as U.S. forces raced to recover the crew before Iranian forces could reach them. In those few seconds, the ejection seat transforms from a last-resort safety system into an explosive escape mechanism — launching the crew out of the aircraft and into open air before a parachute deploys. RESCUE EXPERT SAYS MOST DANGEROUS MOMENT COMES AFTER ‘JACKPOT’ CALL IN RECOVERY BEHIND ENEMY LINES That is the sequence the pilot and weapon systems officer aboard the F-15E over Iran would have experienced after their aircraft was struck Friday, forcing them to eject and triggering a high-risk rescue operation over the weekend. The incident — and the successful recovery of both airmen in recent days — offers a rare look at what happens in the split second a pilot ejects, and the extreme forces they endure to survive.  "It’s a violent event," Pete "Gunz" Gersten, a former F-16 pilot who flew special operations missions, told Fox News Digital.  The moment a pilot pulls the ejection handle, the sequence begins almost instantly. The canopy disappears in a fraction of a second. The seat rockets upward, forcing the body through intense acceleration. When a pilot pulls the ejection handle, they are subjected to forces ranging from 14G to 20G (14 times to 20 times the force of gravity), according to military experts. For a 200-pound airman, this means their body feels as if it suddenly weighs 4,000 pounds. "You’re no longer a decision-maker," Gersten said, describing what happens to pilots who eject. "You’re a participant, and you’re on the ride." Within moments, the aircraft falls away behind them, while the crew is suspended in open air, waiting for the parachute to deploy. That is the moment the two airmen over Iran would have faced after their aircraft was struck Friday, forcing them to eject and triggering a high-risk rescue operation over the weekend as U.S. forces worked to locate and recover them in hostile territory. The successful recovery of both the pilot and the weapon systems officer in the F-15E in recent days underscored both the risks of operating in contested airspace and the importance of rapid rescue capabilities. FORMER A-10 PILOT STRUCK BY MISSILE OVER BAGHDAD DETAILS TRAINING TO BE A 'GOOD SURVIVOR' Pilots never actually practice a real ejection. Instead, they train for an emergency they hope never happens, relying on repetition, simulation and memorized procedures to prepare for a moment that unfolds in seconds. "You’re relying on muscle memory for something you’ve never actually done," Gersten said. That training begins before pilots ever take their first flight. "When they start flying, before they even get in the cockpit, they’ve been trained on how to get out of the aircraft in case something goes wrong," Gersten said. It starts in the classroom, where pilots learn how the ejection system works. From there, they move into simulators designed to replicate parts of the experience — without exposing them to the full force of a real escape. HIGH-RISK EFFORT TO SAVE 'DUDE 44' CREW IS MOST INCREDIBLE COMBAT RESCUE IN US HISTORY In one system, the ejection seat is mounted on a rail and launched upward, giving pilots a partial sense of the acceleration they would feel in an actual emergency. But the training doesn’t stop once the seat "fires." Pilots are then strapped into harness systems that simulate a parachute descent, often using virtual reality to recreate the sensation of floating above the ground. There, they rehearse a strict sequence of actions — clearing their visor, checking their canopy, preparing their gear and steering toward a safe landing zone. "There’s no checklist you can reference when you’re hanging in a parachute," Gersten said. "You actually have to memorize them." At the end of the simulation, trainees are dropped to the ground to practice the final —and often the most dangerous — phase: landing. "You have to be prepared, you have to be trained, otherwise you can hurt yourself," Gersten said. Before pulling the handle, pilots are trained to press their bodies straight back against the seat, keeping their spine rigid and aligned to reduce the risk of serious injury. In two-seat aircraft like the F-15E, either the pilot or weapon systems officer can initiate an ejection. Once triggered, the system automatically ejects both airmen in rapid succession, separated by fractions of a second to prevent midair collision. Even after the parachute deploys, the danger isn’t over. "The biggest concern … is where am I going to land?" Gersten said. Pilots are trained to prepare for a wide range of scenarios — from water landings to mountainous terrain — each carrying its own risks. Landing injuries are common, particularly if a pilot is not properly positioned or prepared for impact. For the two airmen who ejected over Iran, that training helped make a violent, unpredictable escape survivable deep inside hostile territory. The pilot of the F-15E was picked up by U.S. forces later Friday. But the weapon system officer had to hide out in enemy territory until he was spotted by the U.S. and rescued Sunday.  "The second crew member — a heroic weapon system officer — was in tough shape after ejecting," Trump said in a press conference. "He scaled cliff faces bleeding rather profusely, treated his own wounds, and contacted American forces. He was besieged by Iranian militia, but he managed to evade capture by scaling treacherous mountain terrain … he is a brave warrior." Modern systems have a survival rate of roughly 90% to 95%, according to military and medical studies, but injuries are common. Research shows that up to 30% of pilots suffer spinal fractures during ejection, while broader reviews have found major injuries in roughly one-third of cases.  If a pilot’s arms or legs are out of position, the extreme wind blast can cause what are known as "flail injuries," leading to fractures or dislocations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d76d123fb569bd908612e8 In a Deep Red Town In Pennsylvania, Locals Vent Over a Planned ICE Detention Center te 2026-04-09T09:10:42.117Z In a Deep Red Town In Pennsylvania, Locals Vent Over a Planned ICE Detention Center The Tremont, Pa., area has roughly 2,000 residents and limited resources. The Trump administration plans to convert a warehouse there to hold nearly four times as many people. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d76cfe3fb569bd908612df These Homesteaders Prep for the End of the World at Oklahoma Expo te 2026-04-09T09:10:22.663Z These Homesteaders Prep for the End of the World at Oklahoma Expo Homesteading, for all its bucolic imagery, taps into the desire to escape from the disquiet of modern America, where anything can happen. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7617f3fb569bd908610ba March Small Business Jobs Report Highlights Persistent Hiring Challenges te 2026-04-09T08:21:19.937Z March Small Business Jobs Report Highlights Persistent Hiring Challenges By Ethan Faverino | The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) March Jobs Report, released earlier this week, shows the Small Business Employment Index declined 1.9 points to 101.6. While the index pulled back from February, it remains above the 2025 average of 101.2 and the long-term historical average of 100. In March, a seasonally adjusted 32% of small business owners reported having job openings they could not fill, down just 1 point from the prior month but still well above the historical average of 24%. Of those, 27% had openings for skilled workers (down 1 point), and 12% had openings for unskilled labor (up 2 points). “While small businesses are not hiring extensively, they continue to face difficulties related to labor cost and quality,” stated Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg. “Despite the current stagnant employment growth, economic conditions could change rapidly.” NFIB State Director Chad Heinrich added, “The numbers tell a clear story — small businesses want to hire, but qualified applicants are hard to find. Add the uncertainty around tax conformity, and owners simply can’t plan with confidence. Inaction at the Capitol has a real cost.” A seasonally adjusted net 12% of owners reported plans to create new jobs over the next three months, unchanged from February and near the historical average of net 11%. Overall, 52% of owners said they were hiring or trying to hire in March, down 2 points from the previous month. Among those attempting to hire, 45% reported few or no qualified applicants for the open positions, down 1 point from February. Specifically, 22% reported few qualified applicants (down 3 points) and 23% reported none (up 2 points). Labor quality remained a top concern, with 15% of small business owners citing it as their single most important problem—unchanged from February and above the historical average of 12%. This marks the first time since December 2016 that labor quality has consistently registered at or above 15%. Meanwhile, 10% of owners identified labor costs as their top problem, up 1 point from February. On the compensation front, a seasonally adjusted net 33% of owners reported raising worker pay in March, down 1 point from February. Looking ahead, a net 18% plan to increase compensation over the next three months, down 4 points from the prior month and the lowest reading since July 2025. Despite the recent softening, both actual and planned compensation levels remain above their historical averages. “Employment growth has stagnated, as hiring plans continue to slide toward the historical average,” the report noted. Job openings have reached their lowest levels since the recovery from the COVID-19 recession. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post March Small Business Jobs Report Highlights Persistent Hiring Challenges first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7616a3fb569bd908610b1 Rep. Gail Griffin Earns Longest “Above Expectations” Streak In Arizona House te 2026-04-09T08:20:58.972Z Rep. Gail Griffin Earns Longest “Above Expectations” Streak In Arizona House By Matthew Holloway | State Rep. Gail Griffin (R-LD19) was recognized for achieving the longest active streak of “Above Expectations” performance among members of the Arizona House of Representatives, according to a new report from the Center for Effective Lawmaking. The recognition was announced in a press release from Arizona House Republicans, which cited the Center’s State Legislative Effectiveness Scores for the 56th Arizona Legislature. The report found that Griffin maintained a three-session streak of “Above Expectations” ratings, the longest currently recorded in the Arizona House. The Center for Effective Lawmaking is a nonpartisan research initiative operated jointly by Vanderbilt University and the University of Virginia. According to the report, Griffin received an effectiveness score of 5.50 for the 2023–2024 legislative session. That score ranked second-highest in the Arizona House and exceeded the scores of all members of the Arizona Senate during the same period. Griffin’s score was exceeded only by Rep. David Livingston (R-LD28), with 7.23. The effectiveness scores evaluate lawmakers based on factors including bill sponsorship, legislative progress, and the ability to advance policy through the legislative process. Griffin has focused her legislative work on areas including water policy, land use, natural resources, energy, job creation, and economic development. In a statement, Griffin said, “I’m honored to be recognized for a record that reflects years of hard work on behalf of the people I represent. Southern Arizona expects results, not excuses. I come to the Capitol to protect our water, defend private property rights, support agriculture and mining, stand up for rural communities, and fight for the constitutional freedoms that matter to Arizona families. Good policy only matters if you can move it, pass it, and put it into law.” ✅Representative Gail Griffin Earns #1 Ranking for Longest Streak of Excellence in Arizona House Center for Effective Lawmaking highlights Griffin’s three-session “Above Expectations” streak “I’m honored to be recognized for a record that reflects years of hard work on behalf of… pic.twitter.com/YAjIaHQEpM — Arizona House Republicans (@AZHouseGOP) April 6, 2026 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 Rep. Gail Griffin Earns Longest “Above Expectations” Streak In Arizona House first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d761553fb569bd908610a8 Transgender Mayoral Candidate Accused Of Using Town Logo In Campaign Materials te 2026-04-09T08:20:37.982Z Transgender Mayoral Candidate Accused Of Using Town Logo In Campaign Materials By Staff Reporter | The transgender mayoral candidate for Fountain Hills was accused of using the town’s logo in his campaign materials. Last month, the town of Fountain Hills issued a cease-and-desist letter to town council member Brenda Kalivianakis for incorporating the town’s logo into his mayoral campaign logo.  The Fountain Hills logo is based on the town’s famous 560-foot fountain, the tallest in the world when it was first built in 1970.  The logo’s depiction of the fountain has a saucer-shaped base resting on three horizontal lines representing water, three slated prongs protruding upward on each side from the base, a nozzle in the center of the base out of which emerges a jet of water curving up to the left, and two lighter-colored curves bending downward. The town adopted the logo in 2023. Kalivianakis’ logo has many of the same markers: the three water lines, the saucer-shaped base, the three prongs on either side of the center nozzle, the upward arc of water curving to the left, and the two lighter shades of curves bending downward from the water.  The main difference between the town’s logo and Kalivianakis’ campaign logo is the latter has two additional lines coming off the upward arc of water to form the letter “K,” and the words “Brenda for Mayor” to the left of the fountain symbol.  On Monday, Kalivianakis posted a press release from his campaign addressing the cease-and-desist letter. He argued his logo was “clearly distinguishable and creates no likelihood of confusion with the Town’s mark,” and claimed contentions had more to do with his speech than the logo.  Per Kalivianakis, the town will hire a trademark attorney and potentially bill him for the costs. Kalivianakis called it a waste of taxpayer dollars. “Using taxpayer resources to target a candidate’s campaign materials raises serious questions about selective enforcement and interference with protected speech,” stated Kalivianakis’ press release.  Kalivianakis closed with a plea for donations to his campaign.  Mayoral and council candidates all received a cease-and-desist letter from the town attorney, Jennifer Wright, last month. At that point, it wasn’t made clear who, specifically, was at fault for the trademark violation out of all the candidates. However, Kalivianakis told the Fountain Hills Times that he believed the cease-and-desist was a politically motivated, targeted attack by Wright aimed at him. “I’m disappointed that the highly partisan Town Attorney is attempting to manipulate a local election by threatening trademark litigation. My logo is not a recreation of the Town’s official logo,” said Kalivianakis. “It is a fair use depiction of our community’s most recognizable landmark, something that has long been a tradition in political campaigns.” In 2023, Kalivianakis was cleared of an ethics complaint by an outside attorney. The complaint alleged Kalivianakis violated the town code by requesting a director investigate and remove a sign allegedly in violation of sign code rather than communicating that request through the town manager. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Transgender Mayoral Candidate Accused Of Using Town Logo In Campaign Materials first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d750f53fb569bd90860cd2 Michigan woman arrested for allegedly starving, torturing disabled sister-in-law she locked in basement te 2026-04-09T07:10:45.180Z Michigan woman arrested for allegedly starving, torturing disabled sister-in-law she locked in basement A Michigan woman was arrested and hit with felony charges after she allegedly kept her disabled sister-in-law locked in a basement for two years, where she nearly starved the victim to death and blasted a radio non-stop. Tasha Beamon, 48, was charged with vulnerable adult abuse and unlawful imprisonment. The victim managed to escape the basement and broke a neighbor’s window on March 15 as she sought to enter the home, alert police and flee captivity, according to MLive. The neighbor called 911 and the victim told police that Beamon, the wife of the 58-year-old victim's late brother, was holding her captive in the Saginaw home’s basement for two years before she found a way to free herself. TWO ARRESTED IN NC AFTER POLICE FIND 13-YEAR-OLD KEPT IN DOG KENNEL, 5 OTHER KIDS IN 'FILTHY' HOME "She told officers she was not fed very often and that she didn’t have any access to water," Saginaw Police Detective Sgt. Jeff Doud told the outlet. The victim said Beamon had kept her on an old mattress since March 2024 with a nearby radio constantly blaring. Police went to Beamon’s house and observed a lock on the basement door, a mattress on the floor and a radio playing loudly. Police also said there was a 5-gallon bucket of urine in the basement. "Usually, somebody was there. She didn’t believe anyone was home at the time, so she was able to force a door open and escape," Doud said. Emergency responders transported the woman to a hospital, where she was treated for severe malnourishment. Hospital staff told police the woman would likely die if she were discharged. The neighbor told ABC 12 that he was shocked to find the victim suddenly in his living room with a metal pipe "almost as big as she is." "I don’t even know how she had the power to even break the window," the man said. "I thought she was like 78. She was tall, skin and bones." "She asks me to call the cops at first, which was weird. But that was the first thing she said to me: Call the cops," he added. WISCONSIN COUPLE ALLEGEDLY STARVED SIX CHILDREN FOR YEARS, FORCING THEM TO EAT MOLD, BUGS AND DOG FOOD Beamon later admitted to police that she kept the woman in her house without allowing her to leave. She also made 40 calls to the hospital where  her sister-in-law was staying. Investigators suspect that Beamon was keeping the woman captive to collect her disability payments, Doud said. Beamon was arrested on April 2 and booked into the Saginaw County Jail on $100,000 bond, the amount ordered after prosecutors described her as a danger to the public. She will appear for a preliminary examination on April 20. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d750e13fb569bd90860cc9 Trump’s last-minute delay: Why he was never going to obliterate Iran in the first place te 2026-04-09T07:10:25.352Z Trump’s last-minute delay: Why he was never going to obliterate Iran in the first place I’ve been telling anyone who would listen – yes. I can get rather tiresome – that President Donald Trump would not bomb Iran back to the Stone Ages. Even after he said he would destroy Iran’s civilization and it would never recover, I knew that he would never go through with it. That was the last thing he wanted to do. So I was confident he would find some kind of last-minute off-ramp. And, of course, he didn’t want to be seen as backing off his increasingly dire threats. WHY TRUMP’S WAR SPEECH FAILED: DECLARING VICTORY BUT STILL BOMBING IRAN BACK TO THE ‘STONE AGES’ I got the White House email at 6:32 Tuesday night. There it was, another delay, after a series of earlier delays. He would give the Iranians two more weeks. I started posting like crazy, beating television by a couple of minutes, and newspapers by more. But that’s just because my phone happened to be right there. If I’d gone to the fridge for a moment, I would have come back to my laptop and discovered that the world had changed.  I knew in my gut, having covered Trump for 35 years, that he did not want to go down in history as the man who wiped out an ancient civilization. His heart was never in that. It was bluster as a negotiating tactic.  TRUMP FIGHTING FIERCE BATTLES, AT HOME AND ABROAD: WHY HE CASUALLY DISMISSES THE CONSEQUENCES Still, he had boxed himself into a corner. Former allies in conservative media were denouncing him. "This is a brazen pre-admission of genocide against the Iranian people, which would obviously be a war crime. Madness," Piers Morgan declared.. Some Republican lawmakers said he had gone too far. Even the U.S. Catholic Bishops said "the threat of destroying a whole civilization and the intentional targeting of civilian infrastructure cannot be morally justified."  No American president had ever uttered such words. So I figured the only card that Trump had left to play was delay. And that’s precisely what he did. At the request of Pakistan, which has been the intermediary in the so-called talks, the president agreed to a pause in the hostilities.     That is, according to the statement I received, "subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz, I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks. This will be a double sided CEASEFIRE! The reason for doing so is that we have already met and exceeded all Military objectives…" It’s a shaky cease-fire, to be sure, with Iran launching missiles at Israel minutes  after it was announced, and Israel saying its ground invasion of Lebanon, after rocket fire from Iranian proxy Hezbollah, isn’t covered. WHY TRUMP, IRAN SEEM LIGHT-YEARS APART ON ANY POSSIBLE DEAL TO END THE WAR By yesterday, in fact, as The AP confirmed, Iran’s state media said it had closed  Hormuz again, citing the Israeli attacks. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a posting that the Trump administration "must choose between a ceasefire or continued war via Israel, and "it cannot have both." We learned from New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan that Bibi Netanyahu talked Trump into the war by saying it would be quick and topple the regime. Gen. Dan Caine, the Joint Chiefs chairman, called that "farcical." Marco Rubio said it was BS. JD Vance was against the war. And that’s a fascinating sidebar. Trump has been insulting Haberman, who published a biography of him in 2022, for no apparent reason. Yet he granted an hourlong Oval Office interview for their forthcoming book, "Regime Change," from which the Times piece was excerpted. As for the president’s current stance, well, he isn’t being held back by murky details. He told Sky News this was a "complete victory," not just in military terms but "in every other sense as well." Trump was on the phone with Fox opinion host Laura Ingraham shortly before she came on the air, and she quoted him as being "cautiously optimistic," saying: "It sure looks like Iran blinked." What, peering through the fog of war, did Trump actually accomplish, other than sending the markets soaring by nearly 3 percent? On yesterday’s "Fox & Friends," usually a Trump-friendly show, co-host Lawrence Jones said "we have not reached any of these objectives."   Dismantling nuclear facilities ("that has not happened"), ending uranium enrichment ("they are still enriching"), transferring uranium stockpiles out of Iran ("that hasn’t happened"), accepting international inspections ("they are still not willing to do it"), and suspending the ballistic missile program ("they’re still firing them off"). Jones also criticized Iran for proposals that would never be accepted by the U.S. side. WHY TRUMP FACES AN AGONIZING DECISION ON OBLITERATING IRAN’S OIL SUPPLY IF HE CAN’T GET A DEAL Fox anchor Harris Faulkner said yesterday, "this is the least ceasefire-like ceasefire I think that anybody might have anticipated." Fox’s chief foreign correspondent, Trey Yingst, said, "the Iranians don’t appear very serious about this ceasefire agreement."  And therein lies the rub. The two countries remain far apart. This business about a strategic framework just papers that over in a devil’s-in-the-details sense. Iran is never going to agree to give up its nuclear program, regardless of any presidential pronouncements or Mission Accomplished banners. The Iranian pitch, apparently not the one seen by Trump, says the U.S. must leave the region, give Iran sole control of the strait, and recognize its right to nuclear enrichment. Don’t take my word for it. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters yesterday that Iran’s 10-point plan was "fundamentally unserious, unacceptable and completely discarded."  Look, if this somehow all works out, what most people will remember is that Trump made harsh threats that led to a deal in which the Iranian blockade – "Open the F---in’ Strait, you crazy b------s" – was lifted. In other words, his Madman routine worked against the world’s leading terror state, which has been killing Americans, Arabs and its own people for 47 years.  But things could always fall apart faster than a speeding drone. It’s the Middle East. No matter what you think of Trump, his war of choice, his apocalyptic rhetoric or his entire presidency, he’s not crazy. He followed a similar path in his tariff crusade, threatening draconian levies before reaching 11th-hour compromises.  As he himself says, he’s a dealmaker. That’s what he does. SUBSCRIBE TO HOWIE'S MEDIA BUZZMETER PODCAST, A RIFF ON THE DAY'S HOTTEST STORIES Most media accounts are portraying Trump as caving in or backing down. That’s fair commentary. But what really happened is that Trump found a way to avoid doing what he was never actually going to do in the first place. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d73c0a3fb569bd9086082b 'Green' candidates win SRP board majority, presidency and vice presidency go to TPUSA-backed candidates te 2026-04-09T05:41:30.436Z 'Green' candidates win SRP board majority, presidency and vice presidency go to TPUSA-backed candidates The Salt River Project election on April 7 saw thousands of voters cast their ballots. 12News is breaking down who won and what that means for Arizonans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d73bf63fb569bd90860822 Kennedy praises Arizona tribe's health-care success, Gallego warns of looming Medicaid cuts te 2026-04-09T05:41:10.763Z Kennedy praises Arizona tribe's health-care success, Gallego warns of looming Medicaid cuts HHS secretary praises tribal self-governance during speech to gathering of leaders. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d73be33fb569bd90860819 ‘My heart dropped’: Valley mom’s baby saved by rare surgery before birth te 2026-04-09T05:40:51.175Z ‘My heart dropped’: Valley mom’s baby saved by rare surgery before birth In a groundbreaking procedure at Banner-University Medical Center Tucson, Mayela Campos' unborn baby survived a life-threatening kidney cyst. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d734ee3fb569bd90860677 Charter and Private School Briefs – April 2026 te 2026-04-09T05:11:10.836Z Charter and Private School Briefs – April 2026 Thomas Clyne Clyne is candidate for scholar program Madison Highland Prep (MHP) senior Thomas Clyne has been named a candidate for the prestigious 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Clyne, a standout member of the school’s Mathletes team, has consistently demonstrated his elite analytical skills by scoring at the top of national mathematics competitions. The student is among an elite group of students nationwide invited to apply for this honor, which recognizes graduating high school seniors for their exceptional academic achievements, leadership qualities and unwavering commitment to excellence. The program celebrates the nation’s most distinguished young scholars as they prepare for their post-secondary journeys. The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars oversees this rigorous selection process, which culminates in the naming of up to 161 scholars from across the country. Clyne will now move forward in the application process to compete for a final spot in this elite group. “This recognition underscores MHP’s mission as a premier STEM college preparatory school dedicated to cultivating academic rigor and leadership,” the school said. “The entire school community celebrates this milestone and takes great pride in Thomas’s continued success as he prepares for his post-secondary journey.” Final selections for the 2026 class will be announced later this spring by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialty camp registration open through May 1 Due to overwhelming demand and camp capacity, registration for the Brophy College Preparatory 2026 Summer Enrichment Program for boys and girls entering grades five through eight closed on March 18; however, registration for the school’s Specialty Night Camps – Lacrosse, Track & Field and Girls Speed & Conditioning – will remain open until May 1. The school said, “We can’t wait to welcome students back to campus this June for a month of sports, STEM, creative workshops and more!” Visit www.brophyprep.org/academics/summer-school/summer-enrichment-program for more information. Michaelson named Xavier principal Carol Ann Michaelson The president of Xavier College Preparatory announced the permanent appointment of Carol Ann Michaelson as principal, effective March 3. A Xavier alumna, Michaelson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education and a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Boston College. She has dedicated more than 30 years to Xavier, serving as a Theology teacher, director of Student Records, and most recently, interim principal. Throughout her tenure, the school said that Michaelson “has demonstrated exceptional leadership, deep institutional knowledge, and a steadfast commitment to the education of young women of faith.” She has represented Xavier on regional and national committees of the Western Catholic Education Association and the National Catholic Education Association, contributing to accreditation efforts and advancing Catholic education standards. “Carol Ann understands Xavier at its deepest levels – our Catholic mission, our academic excellence, and our responsibility to form young women of integrity and leadership,” said Sister Joan Fitzgerald, BVM, president of Xavier. “Her experience, wisdom, and devotion to this community make her the right leader at the right time.” Her impact spans academics, student life, athletics, and Xavier’s multiple National Blue Ribbon School recognitions. Brophy seeks Service Corps members Brophy College Preparatory is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 Alumni Service Corps (ASC). The ASC is a group of alumni who are recent college graduates and who commit to spending a year in service at Brophy. Depending on interests and college major, participants might teach a class, coach, work in the Office of Faith and Justice, at Loyola Academy, or some combination of these roles. The school said, “It’s an amazing gap year opportunity to serve and give back to a community!” ASC members live in community with lodging and transportation provided, as well as a monthly stipend. Visit www.brophyprep.org/alumni/alumni-service-corps for more information or email asc@brophyprep.org with questions. Valley Lutheran High School sophomore Xzavier Cano holds a 31-pound grass carp caught during the school’s Fishing AZ Interim experience (submitted photo). Students experience ‘Interim Week’ While many high school students follow their normal class schedules each week, students at Valley Lutheran High School recently experienced something different. For one week each spring, the school pauses its traditional schedule for Interim Week, a distinctive program that allows students to explore hands-on learning experiences beyond the classroom. During Interim, students choose from teacher-led opportunities. This year’s experiences included fishing local Arizona waters while learning conservation practices, exploring the sports industry in Phoenix, traveling the West Coast by train, serving communities in Southern California and shadowing professionals in careers students hope to pursue. Sophomore Xavier Cano, who caught a 31-pound grass carp during the school’s Fishing AZ Interim experience, said, “Catching the fish was amazing, but the best part was getting to learn something new and spend the week outdoors with my classmates.” Programs such as Interim reflect Valley Lutheran’s mission of forming students through Faith, Learning and Service, the school said, which encourages students to grow both academically and personally. Learn more by calling 602-230-1600 or visiting www.vlhs.org. Xavier junior earns third place Emily Kodicek Xavier College Preparatory junior Emily Kodicek, class of 2027, earned third place in the Arizona State Poetry Out Loud competition, held at the University of Arizona. Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program and recitation contest that encourages high school students to explore great poetry through memorization and performance. The program is presented by the National Endowment for the Arts and The Poetry Foundation in partnership with state arts agencies across all 50 states and U.S. territories. Arizona’s statewide competition is administered by the University of Arizona Poetry Center, which brings together top student reciters from across the state to compete for the opportunity to represent Arizona at the national finals in Washington, D.C. Kodicek advanced to the state competition after demonstrating exceptional skill in interpretation, memorization and performance of classic and contemporary poems. Competing against some of Arizona’s most talented young performers, she earned an impressive third-place finish. Kodicek performed “Our Own 12 Anti-Suffragest Reasons” by Alice Duer Miller, “Captain My Captain” by Walt Whitman, and “Songs for the People” by Frances Helen Walkins Harper. She is active in the theater at Xavier, and she plans to compete again next year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d734c13fb569bd90860647 South Carolina pastor, wife arrested after alleged sexual, physical abuse of foster children te 2026-04-09T05:10:25.385Z South Carolina pastor, wife arrested after alleged sexual, physical abuse of foster children A South Carolina pastor and his wife were arrested after a foster child reported being a victim of sexual abuse, according to officials. Rodney Gibson and Kawiana Young, both 50, were charged with unlawful conduct with a minor, the Richland County Sheriff's Department said, according to WIS News 10. Gibson is also facing charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor, unlawful conduct toward a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. TWO ARRESTED IN NC AFTER POLICE FIND 13-YEAR-OLD KEPT IN DOG KENNEL, 5 OTHER KIDS IN 'FILTHY' HOME A victim came forward last month to report alleged sexual abuse endured while in foster care at the couple's home, deputies said, according to the report. Gibson is accused of sexually assaulting the victim on several occasions, starting at age 15 until they aged out of the foster care system. Investigators learned that a minor was living with Gibson and Young. The child told investigators they had been sexually abused by Gibson and physically abused by Young. The minor was then moved to emergency protective custody. YOUNG BROTHERS FIND HUMAN SKULL NEAR CREEK; DOZENS MORE BONES DISCOVERED IN DEADLY MYSTERY During an emergency protective custody hearing on March 20, a family court judge ordered the minor to be returned to Gibson and Young’s home. After investigators conducted subsequent interviews and obtained additional evidence, arrest warrants were obtained. Gibson and Young were arrested on April 1 and the minor was placed back into emergency protective custody. Gibson and Young were released on bond on April 2. The South Carolina Department of Social Services said in a statement that Young was a licensed foster parent from June 2021 until June 2025, adding that she fostered six children in her home, but voluntarily relinquished her foster parent license. The agency said Young failed to mention that Gibson was living at the home, and his name was not on the license. The agency said Young never reported that she was married and said she was not in a relationship. The agency said it was cooperating in the investigation. Authorities believe there may be more victims and are asking anyone with information to come forward. Gibson is a pastor at Pathway 2 Hope Ministries, while Young owns and operates DreamCatcher Child Development Center. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7302a3fb569bd90860564 Cartwright School District acting superintendent Steve Watson resigns te 2026-04-09T04:50:50.162Z Cartwright School District acting superintendent Steve Watson resigns Steve Watson resigned as acting superintendent of Cartwright School District, effective immediately. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d72b633fb569bd90860440 Martin Gugino, Activist Shoved by Buffalo Police at 2020 Protest, Dies te 2026-04-09T04:30:27.015Z Martin Gugino, Activist Shoved by Buffalo Police at 2020 Protest, Dies Mr. Gugino, 81, had filed a lawsuit in 2021 against the city of Buffalo and members of its police force after officers fractured his skull at a Black Lives Matter protest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d726c23fb569bd90860346 U.S. Fertility Rates Drop to Another Record Low te 2026-04-09T04:10:42.522Z U.S. Fertility Rates Drop to Another Record Low The fertility rate has been falling since 2007, in large part because of a plunge among teenagers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d726af3fb569bd9086033d Clean Energy Team Wins Salt River Project Election in Arizona te 2026-04-09T04:10:23.030Z Clean Energy Team Wins Salt River Project Election in Arizona Proponents of renewable power will control the Phoenix area utility’s policymaking for the first time after they won an unusually contentious race that drew attention from national groups. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d71b1f3fb569bd908600a2 Dem lawmaker calls for TSA to bring back shoes-off airport security policy te 2026-04-09T03:21:03.301Z Dem lawmaker calls for TSA to bring back shoes-off airport security policy Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., is demanding that the Transportation Security Administration reintroduce its controversial policy requiring travelers to take off their shoes before going through airport security checkpoints. Duckworth called on the TSA to immediately reverse its move to end the "shoes-off" policy, calling former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's decision last summer to scrap the policy a "reckless act" that may put travelers at risk. "Secretary Noem’s decision to implement a shoes on policy on July 8, 2025, likely without meaningful consultation with TSA, was a reckless act," Duckworth wrote in a letter to Acting TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill. "Allowing a potentially catastrophic security deficiency to remain in place for seven months and counting betrays TSA's mission," she added. "At a minimum, TSA's failure to swiftly implement corrective action warrants the immediate withdrawal of Secretary Noem's reckless and dangerous policy that increases the risk of a terrorist smuggling a dangerous item onto a flight." NEARLY 20-YEAR SHOE-OFF AIRPORT SECURITY POLICE IS ENDED BY TRUMP ADMINISTRATION This comes after a classified watchdog report found that TSA scanners cannot effectively screen shoes, according to CBS News. Duckworth said the inspector general flagged the issue as urgent to Noem but that no action was taken. Duckworth said that the inspector general found that Noem’s policy shift had "inadvertently created a new security vulnerability in the system." The former secretary's failure to take corrective action after the report's findings was "outrageous, unacceptable and dangerous to the flying public," Duckworth said. The senator argues that TSA's lack of response may violate federal law, writing that the agency missed a legally required 90-day deadline to outline corrective actions after receiving the watchdog's report. "Such inaction violates Federal law, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and DHS's own directives," Duckworth wrote. FLIGHT PASSENGERS SLAM AIRLINES FOR PUSHING EARLY BAG CHECKS EVEN WITH EMPTY BINS ON BOARD The previous policy requiring passengers to take off their shoes during TSA screening was implemented in 2006. The senator wrote that Noem’s policy change reflected a "willingness to gamble the American people’s security," calling it a "stunning failure of leadership." "We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience," she said at the time. "As always, security remains our top priority. Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this change while maintaining the highest security standards." Duckworth accused Noem, who was removed by President Donald Trump last month and replaced by current DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin, of prioritizing politics over security. The senator wrote that Noem's policy change reflected a "willingness to gamble the American people's security," calling it a "stunning failure of leadership." "Secretary Noem’s willingness to gamble the American people’s security in an unsuccessful attempt to boost her popularity was, and remains, a stunning failure of leadership—particularly following President Trump’s decision to launch an unconstitutional war of choice against Iran that DHS has determined, "is causing a heightened threat environment in the United States," she wrote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d71b0b3fb569bd90860099 Man charged after allegedly threatening to kill Ohio dad 'in the name of Allah' in terrifying video encounter te 2026-04-09T03:20:43.625Z Man charged after allegedly threatening to kill Ohio dad 'in the name of Allah' in terrifying video encounter Surveillance video captured a terrifying and apparent late-night random act of violence in Ohio, when a knife-wielding man allegedly told a homeowner he intended to kill him "in the name of Allah." The harrowing encounter, which unfolded in the early hours of Easter Sunday morning in Warren County, began when the suspect appeared to be praying in the family's driveway before approaching the home multiple times, prompting an alarmed father to eventually go outside. Authorities later identified the suspect as 23-year-old Anthony Long, who was arrested and charged shortly after the incident, FOX 19 Now reported.  Tiffany Miller, the mother of the family, shared the frightening ordeal on social media Monday, describing it as a "deeply frightening and dangerous situation" that could have turned deadly.  NEW FLORIDA LAW TARGETING ALLEGED ‘JIHAD’ PUT STATE ‘AHEAD OF THE CURVE,’ DESANTIS SAYS The incident began when the suspect reportedly drove into the family’s driveway with his headlights off, Miller said.  Surveillance footage from the home then appeared to show the man kneeling in the driveway and praying before approaching the home. Long first knocked on the front door, but received no response as the family was asleep, Miller said.  Minutes later, he returned, pounding on the door even louder in a second, more aggressive attempt.  Miller said the family woke up expecting their daughter to return home, but were shocked to find a stranger at their door in the middle of the night.   GOP SENATOR EARNS DEM BACKLASH FOR 'ENEMY IS INSIDE THE GATES' COMMENT ABOUT NYC MAYOR ZOHRAN MAMDANI "I woke up and walked up thinking my daughter was locked out and, nope, it wasn’t her," she said. "It was a man I didn’t know. We did not respond, and again he went back to his car." The man reportedly remained in his parked car as one of the family's daughters finally arrived home, prompting Miller's husband to go outside and confront the suspect. "Hey bud, you knocking on the door?" the father, Andy, was heard asking.  "I’ll kill you in the name of Allah," the suspect immediately replied.  The alarmed father then began retreating while shouting for their daughter to drive away. Miller said the suspect then pulled a knife on Andy, attempted to approach the home again, and ultimately drove off in pursuit of the daughter, who had already fled the scene. "The man immediately exited his vehicle, began making explicit threats to kill him, repeatedly invoking religious language, and started moving closer in an aggressive manner," Miller said.  No one was injured in the incident, according to the family. "This was a terrifying encounter, and we are grateful no one was harmed last night," Miller said.  Long was booked into the Warren County Jail, according to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. Long faces four charges, including aggravated menacing, trespassing, and criminal damage, all classified as misdemeanors of varying degrees. He is also facing multiple bail amounts totaling more than $75,000, most of which must be paid in cash. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d718b73fb569bd90860044 W. Eugene Smith te 2026-04-09T03:10:47.887Z W. Eugene Smith W. Eugene (Gene) Smith, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Cottonwood, Ariz. Gene was born on May 6, 1934, in Forester, Ark., to John and Faye Smith. Gene was the second of seven children.       In September of 1956, Gene joined the United States Army. He trained at U.S. Training Center Antiaircraft Artillery, Fort Bliss, Texas. In January of 1957, Gene was sent to Camp Casey, South Korea. Where this GI, SP4 or Corporal would meet a “Donut Dolly” by the name Jean Garbee. They would serve until the Autumn of 1958.       Gene and Jean were married on December 26, 1958, in the President’s House at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa. They moved to Reserve, N.M., where Gene was employed as a log truck driver. Their first child, Tim was born in November 1959, in Reserve, N.M. They relocated to Fayette, Iowa, for about a year and a half, and moved back to Reserve, N.M.       In 1962 while on a road trip to Flagstaff, Gene would stop in Winslow, Ariz., to see if there was a need for log truck drivers. There was. So Gene, Jean and Tim moved to Winslow in the fall of 1962. Gene would work for a private logging company then he hauled for John Ervien. He hauled logs to Duke City Lumber. Their second child, Mary Ann was born in February 1963. They would officially purchase their home in Winslow in 1965. Their third child, Roger was born in April 1968. Gene and Jean started their own trucking company “Smith Trucking” in 1970. They would purchase a red and black Mack log truck.       When the logging industry went through a downturn, he would convert the Mack truck to haul heavy pieces of equipment from Flagstaff to the Page Generating Station. Gene then purchased an end dump trailer to haul sand/gravel, he would haul from Cameron to Flagstaff, from Camp Verde to Flagstaff and haul for the Ready-Mix Plant locally. He would also return to log mill, which then was known as Precision Pine Mill in the maintenance department until he retired in 1996.       After a heart attack in 1998, he retired from truck driving. A few years later Gene would go to work for Winslow Unified School District as a school bus driver, which included driving for activities as a trip bus driver, for 15 years. He loved the students he would drive for and they loved him in return.       He loved helping people, handing out wooden cars (hand made by his brother-in-law Bud) and he never met a stranger.       Gene is survived by his adult children, Tim (Claudia) of Deming, N.M., Mary Ann of Winslow and Roger (Kim) of Litchfield Park, Ariz. His sisters, Genean Riddle, of Gravelly, Ark., Johnny Faye Wood of Waldron, Ark., Joice Peralta of Reserve, N.M., and Bett Hagon, of Flagstaff, Ariz.; brother, John (Kathy) Smith of Clarksville, Ark.; and brother-in-law, Bud (Marilyn) Garbee of Broken Arrow, Okla. As well as numerous nieces and nephews.       Gene is preceded in death by his loving wife, Jean of 65 years in 2024; his parents, Faye and John W. Smith; brother, Jay Smith and sister Evalena Riddle; brothers-in-law, Hick Riddle, Bud Riddle, Ruben Peralta and Eldon Hagon; nephews, Bruce Riddle, Scotty Riddle, Wayne Riddle and Don Yandell; great-nephew, Brandon Burns; great-great-niece, Blakey Hughes and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.       Gene was an organ donor; even in death he helped people.       A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at The First Baptist Church, located at 411 N. Warren Ave., in Winslow. With a reception immediately following services. The post W. Eugene Smith first appeared on Painted Desert Tribune. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d713f03fb569bd9085ff21 The Fragile Cease-Fire in Iran te 2026-04-09T02:50:24.056Z The Fragile Cease-Fire in Iran President Trump announced a conditional cease-fire with Israel on Iran, but the fundamental issues that led to the war remain unresolved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d70d4c3fb569bd9085fa56 RFK Jr. touts IHS funding at tribal conference while spreading false claims about diabetes te 2026-04-09T02:22:04.360Z RFK Jr. touts IHS funding at tribal conference while spreading false claims about diabetes U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks to Native American leaders gathered at Gila River Indian Community’s Wild Horse Pass Casino on April 8, 2026. (Photo by Caitlin Sievers/Arizona Mirror) U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told a crowd of Native American leaders on Wednesday that cutting out “ultra-processed” foods would reverse high rates of diabetes within their communities.  Joined on stage by his new upside-down food pyramid at Gila River Indian Community’s Wild Horse Pass Casino, Kennedy mentioned the high incidences of Type 2 diabetes within Arizona’s Indigenous communities.  “Type 2 diabetes is curable,” he said. “You can reverse the diagnosis by changing the food source.”  But that isn’t true. Studies have shown that increased consumption of ultra-processed foods is correlated with increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, and while cutting consumption of those foods can help with management of symptoms, it will not “cure” the disease.  Kennedy is a longtime anti-vaxxer who is known for promoting pseudo science.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE As he spoke to the Native leaders from across the country who were gathered for the annual Tribal Self Governance Conference, Kennedy claimed that he’s visited Indian Country more times in one year than any HHS secretary in history.  During what was set to be the last stop in a five-day “Take Back Your Health” trip to Arizona, Kennedy touted his accomplishments on behalf of tribal nations and said that he would continue to fight for Indian Health Services funding. IHS is an agency within HHS that provides free health care to members of federally recognized tribes. Kennedy, who stopped deep staffing cuts to IHS that were planned last year following backlash from tribal communities, said that it is one of few programs that is set to see increased funding in 2027.  In President Donald Trump’s budget proposal, IHS would get a $1.1 billion budget increase, putting it to a total of $9.1 billion.  “There is no other group in my agency that’s receiving an 11% raise this year,” Kennedy said. “So, and that is an emblem of my personal commitment to the Indian Health Services.” Kennedy said that HHS is investing in public health in Native communities, including prevention and treatment of hepatitis, HIV and sexually transmitted diseases.  While he touted his office’s work with tribal governments to improve staffing at chronically-understaffed IHS facilities, he didn’t address the impact that massive cuts to other federal health programs have had and are expected to have on Indigenous Arizonans.  For instance, ProPublica reported last year that under Kennedy’s leadership IHS had ramped down its efforts to encourage childhood vaccinations, characterizing them as a personal choice instead of a matter of public health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which Kennedy also oversees, in 2024 declared declining vaccination rates in rural communities a critical public health issue. Kennedy touted investments in the Rural Health Transformation Program that puts $50 billion toward rural health care at the same time that the federal government cuts Medicaid. Tribes cannot apply to get money from the program themselves, and must rely on the states to consider their needs when deciding how to use the funds.  Kennedy promised to continue working to address substance abuse and addiction issues within tribal nations and to bring more jobs to Native communities.  And he claimed that the Trump administration supports Native Americans’ “right of self determination more than any previous president.” Vice chair of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians Latisha Miller told the Arizona Mirror that she hopes Kennedy follows through on his promises, but for now it’s just talk. Miller said she’s been coming to self-governance conferences for about 30 years, attending for the first time as an administrative assistant when she was only 20.  “Now, I’m a tribal leader, and we’re still having the same conversations,” she said.  Miller said she appreciated Kennedy’s statement on the importance of tribal self governance, but whether he’s sincere depends on actions, not just words.  As someone who grew up on a reservation in Northern California, Miller did not react well to Kennedy’s promise to help Indigenous people consume more whole foods instead of processed foods. Miller has been working to learn more about growing traditional foods, and supports efforts to reduce the consumption of processed foods. But it’s difficult for her to take that advice from the federal government that forced native communities to rely on processed foods in the first place.  “I grew up on commodities, processed foods that (the government) gave us,” she said. “Some of my older relatives back in the day weren’t allowed to leave the reservation to go hunt.”  While Kennedy spoke about his efforts to protect IHS funding in the 2027 budget, he didn’t address the numerous proposed cuts that could have a big impact on Indigenous people, including education, lending and housing.  “Tribal nations know how to care for their people — and we are expanding their authority to drive better outcomes,” Kennedy said in a statement. “At HHS, we are investing in infrastructure, incorporating traditional foods into federal nutrition policy, and delivering results in Indian Country while upholding tribal sovereignty.” YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d70d363fb569bd9085fa37 Wisconsin couple allegedly starved six children for years, forcing them to eat mold, bugs and dog food te 2026-04-09T02:21:42.723Z Wisconsin couple allegedly starved six children for years, forcing them to eat mold, bugs and dog food A Wisconsin couple was arrested after allegedly starving their six children for years, forcing them to eat mold, bugs and dog food as they endured repeated abuse, authorities said. Casey Cano, 38, and Mary Cano, 35, face six counts each of repeated physical abuse of a child causing great bodily harm and child neglect, along with one count of causing a child under 13 to view or listen to a sex act, according to court records. Prosecutors alleged that from January 2018 through April 2022, the couple repeatedly beat their children with belts, leaving welts and causing bleeding at their home in Crawford County, Wisconsin, News 8 Now reported. The outlet reported that the parents also withheld food from their children as punishment. ALABAMA TEACHER ARRESTED, FIRED AFTER ALLEGED BEATING OF SON CAPTURED ON CAMERA The children described abusive living conditions and were allegedly prevented from eating for several days, driving them to eat mold, bugs, dog food and grass due to extreme hunger, according to the criminal complaints. One of the children said their sibling wore a diaper for three days without changing as "punishment," News 8 Now reported. The children were removed from the home around April 2022 in connection with a separate sexual abuse case involving another child, the complaints state. CALIFORNIA PARENTS CONVICTED OF STABBING, DECAPITATING 2 CHILDREN AND FORCING OTHER KIDS TO SEE BODIES ABC affiliate WXOW reported that the children were between the ages of 1 and 9 during the alleged abuse. The outlet added that the alleged beatings began when the children were as young as three months old. The charges show that Mary Cano's charges have a "party to a crime" modifier, indicating that she did not stop the alleged criminal activity. Casey and Mary were previously convicted of the sexual assault of a 12-year-old in 2022, WXOW reported. A new investigation into the couple began last December, and both individuals were arrested in March and have posted bond. The couple's next court appearance has not been scheduled. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d70d233fb569bd9085fa2e Florida bus driver faces child neglect charges after train clips vehicle on railroad tracks te 2026-04-09T02:21:23.013Z Florida bus driver faces child neglect charges after train clips vehicle on railroad tracks A Florida bus driver was charged with nearly 30 counts of child neglect as well as reckless driving after she narrowly avoided catastrophe and was clipped by a train last week. No one was injured as the bus, transporting children in the Sumter County school district, was clipped by a CSX train with 29 students and one aide aboard. The driver, Yvonne Hampton, was employed by the district since 2015, according to Sumter County Superintendent Logan Brown, who posted a video about the incident on Facebook on April 6. The driver stepped down in place of termination, according to Fox 35 Orlando. "The trust that our families place in us to transport their children safely is something we take extremely seriously," Brown said in a prepared video statement. "Anyone who jeopardizes that trust will not work in the Sumter County School District." AT LEAST 2 STUDENTS KILLED, SEVERAL INJURED IN SCHOOL BUS CRASH IN TENNESSEE: 'A PARENT'S WORST NIGHTMARE' The superintendent said in the video that the train clipped the corner of the bus. "When you really understand how close this was, it's sobering. A matter of six inches is the difference in all of this, and it could have been an extremely catastrophic situation," he said. The driver, according to the arrest record obtained by Fox News Digital, said there was a car at the intersection, and she was waiting for it to move. She told the police that the car began to move so she started to drive over the other side of the racks, but the car had stopped. PENNSYLVANIA BUS DRIVER CHARGED WITH ENDANGERING DOZENS OF ELEMENTARY STUDENTS WHILE INTOXICATED The arrest record continued, "The defendant said she then had to stop right where the bus was parked. The defendant said that the car finally left, and she pulled up more but, it was not enough." "Upon asking the defendant if at any time she stopped on the tracks, the defendant replies, 'no.' She then informed me that as she was moving over the tracks the railroad crossing warning system activated. So she had to keep moving cause she was on the tracks. When the car finally moved out of the way she was able to move up as far as she could," the arrest record said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The arrest record stated, "Based on the video evidence, it is clear the defendant made the decision to cross the railroad tracks after she saw the railroad warning system activate; thus, through culpable negligence, the defendant neglected each child and exposed the adult bus aid to possible injury." ABC's "Good Morning America" spoke with a student who was on the bus. "She like stopped on the tracks specifically and then didn't move whenever we were all yelling, 'Train!' And it was very scary in the moment," 12-year-old Cheyenne Gant said, joined by her mom. Hampton appeared in court on Tuesday and had her bond set at $30,000. She didn't respond to questions that were asked of her as she left Sumter County jail, according to a local Fox report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d70d0f3fb569bd9085fa25 Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified military information to journalist te 2026-04-09T02:21:03.419Z Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified military information to journalist A former Fort Bragg employee with top-secret clearance is accused of leaking classified military tactics to a journalist, then admitting to her mother that she could be arrested for exposing sensitive operations, according to a federal complaint. Courtney P. Williams, 40, an Army veteran assigned to a Special Military Unit (SMU) at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, was arrested by the FBI on Tuesday and charged with unlawfully transmitting national defense information, including classified tactics used in covert missions, to an investigative reporter over a period spanning several years, federal prosecutors allege. According to the complaint, Williams held a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance and had direct access to highly sensitive operational details, including tactics, techniques and procedures — commonly known as TTPs — used by elite military units. Williams allegedly violated 18 U.S.C. § 793(d) the Department of Justice (DOJ) said in a news release Wednesday. Investigators allege that between 2022 and 2025, Williams communicated extensively with a journalist, including phone calls lasting hundreds of minutes and roughly 180 text messages, while also sending documents and materials that were later published in an article and book identifying her as the source. OUSTED HEGSETH AIDE RESURFACES IN INTEL ROLE AS IRAN WAR SPARKS INTERNAL STRAIN FBI Director Kash Patel took to X on Wednesday after the arrest, saying the Bureau "will not tolerate" leakers of classified intel. "Let this serve as a message to any would-be leakers: we’re working these cases, and we’re making arrests," Patel wrote. "This FBI will not tolerate those who seek to betray our country and put Americans in harm’s way." The Associated Press reported that while the journalist is not named in the court filings, "dates and details match" both an article and book written by Seth Harp about the Army's Delta Force. An excerpt from Harp's book, "The Fort Bragg Cartel" was published in Politico's magazine last August under the title, "My Life Became a Living Hell: One Woman’s Career in Delta Force, the Army’s Most Elite Unit," featuring Williams' testimonials alleging sexual harassment while serving. Harp released a statement to WRAL-TV about Williams, calling her a "brave whistleblower and truth-teller," despite reported reservations she shared with the journalist after the book was published. "Former Delta Force operators disclose `national defense information’ on podcasts and YouTube shows every day, but the government is going after Courtney for the sole reason that she exposed sexual harassment and gender discrimination in the unit. This is a vindictive act of retaliation, plain and simple," Harp's statement read. The published materials, according to the government, contained classified information at the "SECRET" level with "NOFORN" restrictions, meaning it was not authorized for release to foreign nationals — raising concerns it could be accessed by U.S. adversaries. NATIONAL GUARDSMAN ACCUSED OF SEEKING TO SEND PHOTOS OF SENSITIVE MILITARY TECHNOLOGY TO RUSSIA "Clearance holders accept a solemn obligation to protect the classified information entrusted to them," said Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg said in a DOJ release. "That they do so is critical to the security of our Nation. When clearance holders violate that trust, the National Security Division will act swiftly to hold them accountable." Evidence outlined in the complaint includes messages indicating Williams mailed a thumb drive containing materials to the journalist, as well as files saved on her computer labeled "Batch 1 for Reporter" and similar titles, suggesting an organized effort to provide information. On the day the article and book were published, Williams allegedly texted the journalist expressing concern about the scope of the disclosure, writing that she was troubled by "the amount of classified information being disclosed" and that it felt like "an entire TTP was sent out in my name." In a separate conversation with her mother, Williams allegedly acknowledged the legal risk more directly. EX-ARMY SERGEANT SENTENCED FOR TRYING TO GIVE STATE SECRETS TO CHINA AFTER MENTAL HEALTH SPIRAL "I might actually get arrested, and I don’t even get a free copy of the book," she wrote, adding the legal basis as "for disclosing classified information." Authorities say Williams had signed multiple non-disclosure agreements during her time working with the military unit and was explicitly warned that unauthorized disclosure of classified material could violate federal law. The complaint also notes that the leaked information could pose serious risks, including exposing military personnel to danger and compromising operations if adversaries studied the disclosed tactics. "The tradecraft, tactics, and techniques used by the U.S. military unit in this case are classified and should be shared only with those with proper clearances and a need to know in order to protect American lives and safeguard classified National Defense information," said Reid Davis, the FBI Special Agent in Charge in North Carolina. "These are serious accusations. Anyone divulging information they vowed to protect to a reporter for publication is reckless, self-serving and damages our nation’s security." Authorities say Williams had signed multiple non-disclosure agreements and was warned that releasing classified material could violate federal law. The FBI Charlotte Field Office is investigating the case, with "valuable assistance" provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of North Carolina. Fox News Digital reached out to Politico. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d70ce83fb569bd9085fa07 No Charges for Wisconsin Mayor Who Removed Ballot Drop Box in 2024 te 2026-04-09T02:20:24.132Z No Charges for Wisconsin Mayor Who Removed Ballot Drop Box in 2024 A special prosecutor said a review of the incident found there was not sufficient evidence to charge Doug Diny, the mayor of Wausau. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d70a8f3fb569bd9085f971 Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Attack on Wife te 2026-04-09T02:10:23.301Z Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Attack on Wife Gerhardt Konig, 47, an anesthesiologist from Maui, attacked his wife, Arielle Konig, on a hiking trail near Honolulu, prosecutors said. He claimed it was self-defense. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d703da3fb569bd9085f824 Havasu Side by Side Trail Association volunteers groom nearly 300 trail miles at season’s end te 2026-04-09T01:41:46.039Z Havasu Side by Side Trail Association volunteers groom nearly 300 trail miles at season’s end With another season in the books, Lake Havasu City trail groomers reflected on the success of the past months. Members of the Havasu Side by Side Trail Association treated the volunteer crew to an appreciation luncheon. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d703c53fb569bd9085f81b Former Havasu museum director sentenced to probation, community service te 2026-04-09T01:41:25.993Z Former Havasu museum director sentenced to probation, community service The story of one Lake Havasu City museum caper ended this week, with the alleged perpetrator found guilty on felony charges of theft. Now the former director of the Lake Havasu History Museum will serve three years of probation, with… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d703b13fb569bd9085f812 London Bridge Rotary donates nearly $60,000 to parks and rec to fund student scholarships te 2026-04-09T01:41:05.924Z London Bridge Rotary donates nearly $60,000 to parks and rec to fund student scholarships At Jamaica Elementary on Wednesday, the London Bridge Rotary Club presented a check worth $59,1000 to the Lake Havasu City Parks and Rec program to fund after-school scholarships for students. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d7039b3fb569bd9085f7e7 Dem Senate candidate takes swipe at Joe Rogan after refusing to disavow Hasan Piker's past comments te 2026-04-09T01:40:43.118Z Dem Senate candidate takes swipe at Joe Rogan after refusing to disavow Hasan Piker's past comments Michigan Democrat Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, who is running for U.S. Senate, doubled down on his decision to campaign with controversial Twitch streamer Hasan Piker while taking a swing at podcaster Joe Rogan. When asked whether he would disavow Piker's controversial statements, El-Sayed declined, and instead took aim at Rogan. "I'm not here to disavowed people's views. I'm here to have a conversation about how to get money out of politics, put money back in pockets, and pass Medicare for all. That's the conversation that folks are here to listen to," El-Sayed said. "This whole gotcha game, platform policing, cancel culture, I thought we were over it. I thought that we lived through the whole discourse of 'should have gone on Rogan,' and there's a lot that I would look at, but Rogan said that I'd disavow, and I'd still go on his show." DEM SENATE PRIMARY ERUPTS IN KEY STATE AS CANDIDATE TEAMS UP WITH RADICAL STREAMER: 'AMERICA DESERVED 9/11' It is unclear whether El-Sayed has been asked to appear on Rogan's podcast. However, the Michigan Democrat has previously spoken about the regret that some expressed after then-Vice President Kamala Harris lost the 2024 presidential election, with many saying that she should have agreed to appear on Rogan's show. Many credited President Donald Trump's willingness to appear on unconvential podcasts such as "The Joe Rogan Experience" and "Flagrant" for his win, saying the interviews helped him reach a wider audience. Rogan has been painted as a controversial due to his political views and statements on health issues, such as his stance on the COVID-19 vaccination. He was criticized for using Ivermectin to treat his COVID-19, with many critics referring to the medication as a horse dewormer. "The Joe Rogan Experience" is the number one podcast on Spotify, followed by "Good Hang with Amy Poehler" and "This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von." WHO IS HASAN PIKER? MEET THE FAR-LEFT STREAMER WHO IS STIRRING UP CONTROVERSY ONLINE AND DIVIDING DEMOCRATS El-Sayed made the argument about Piker that many made about Rogan, saying that the Twitch streamer could help him reach a wider and younger audience. He scheduled two appearances with the streamer, which took place at the University of Michigan and Michigan State University. Piker is no stranger to controversy. The Twitch streamer has faced backlash for comments that many have claimed are anti-American and antisemitic. Piker, who was raised a Muslim, has repeatedly rejected claims he is antisemitic and often says he has used his platform to fight it despite what critics say about his rhetoric. The Twitch streamer infamously said that "America deserved 9/11," though he later said the remark was "inappropriate." He was later criticized for downplaying mass rapes carried out by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023, saying it "doesn’t matter if f------ rapes happened on October 7. It doesn’t change the dynamic for me." Piker has recently become a point of division within the Democratic Party. Some candidates have chosen to campaign with him while others warn that legitimizing him gives Republicans political fodder. El-Sayed faced criticism when his events with Piker were announced, with ADL Michigan Regional Director Elyssa Schmier calling the decision "another example of the growing normalization of extreme anti-Zionism in mainstream spaces." Fox News Digital reached out to El-Sayed's team and Rogan's representatives for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6fcea3fb569bd9085f6cd 2 People have died in a plane crash at Marana airport te 2026-04-09T01:12:10.446Z 2 People have died in a plane crash at Marana airport Two people are dead after a passenger plane crashed and caught fire at Marana Regional Airport, according to Marana Mayor Jon Post. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6fcbd3fb569bd9085f69b Hawaii doctor learns fate after prosecutors say jealousy drove him to attack wife on cliffside hike te 2026-04-09T01:11:25.381Z Hawaii doctor learns fate after prosecutors say jealousy drove him to attack wife on cliffside hike Hawaii anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig has been convicted of second-degree murder after prosecutors said he tried to kill his wife in a brutal, bloody cliffside attack fueled by suspicions of an affair. Jurors in the case were shown graphic police body camera video of Konig’s wife covered in blood, along with the rock prosecutors say he used to repeatedly bash her head, as they weighed explosive testimony about what unfolded on a remote Oahu hiking trail on March 24, 2025. Prosecutors argued the attack was driven by jealousy and betrayal, pointing to what they described as a growing fixation on his wife’s alleged infidelity in the months leading up to the incident. A forensic examiner testified investigators recovered Reddit searches and posts from Konig’s laptop focused on cheating, anger and divorce — including threads titled "Lying again," "It’s over," and "I did a horrible thing." HAWAII DOCTOR GRILLED OVER ‘DIGITAL SPYING’ OF WIFE BEFORE TRAIL CLASH AS PROSECUTORS PAINT JEALOUS PICTURE Authorities said Konig also purchased a voice-activated recorder and researched remote hiking locations, including the Pali Puka Trail, with keyword searches including "kill," "death," "cliff," and "fall," along with a Dropbox folder labeled "Divorce." They say that the digital trail reveals motive and planning. According to prosecutors, that tension boiled over on March 24, 2025, when the couple traveled from Maui to Oahu for what was supposed to be a birthday trip. Arielle Konig testified the hike turned violent when her husband grabbed her and tried to force her toward the edge of a cliff. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST She told jurors she threw herself to the ground and clung to vegetation as he tried to push her over, then saw him holding a syringe and telling her to "hold still" before she knocked it away. Moments later, she said, he picked up a rock and began striking her in the head. "I just started screaming… he’s trying to kill me," she testified. Two hikers who heard her cries rushed in and called 911. Jurors later saw body camera video capturing the aftermath — Arielle bloodied, disoriented and struggling to stay conscious as bystanders tried to help her. DOCTOR’S BLOODIED WIFE SEEN IN BODYCAM AFTER SCREAMING FOR HELP FROM HUSBAND’S ALLEGED ATTACK Prosecutors reinforced that account with testimony from Gerhardt's son, Emile Konig, who told jurors his father called him shortly after the attack and admitted he had tried to kill his wife, blaming it on her alleged affair. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB "He would not be making it back to Maui… and that he tried to kill her," Emile testified. He said his father later appeared on FaceTime with blood on his shirt and told him he planned to jump off a cliff before police arrived. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Prosecutors said he ended that call saying, "I’m going to go before the police catch me." Konig, however, took the stand and denied trying to kill his wife, telling jurors the confrontation spiraled out of control after an argument about the alleged affair. He testified he discovered hidden messages between his wife and another man, calling it devastating and describing it as the turning point in their marriage. On the trail, he claimed his wife shoved him, grabbed him and struck him with a rock and that he hit her only twice in self-defense. HAWAII DOCTOR’S EX-BOSS SAYS ANESTHESIOLOGISTS HAVE MEANS TO KILL AS WIFE TESTIFIES ABOUT SYRINGE ATTACK "I felt horrified about what I did to her," he said. "I resorted to violence against my wife… the person I love the most." He denied trying to push her off a cliff or using a syringe. SEND US A TIP HERE Police testified Konig fled the scene after the hikers intervened, triggering a manhunt before he was spotted with what appeared to be blood on his shirt and taken into custody after a struggle. Investigators also recovered a bloodstained rock, clothing and bags allegedly containing medical supplies tied to the defendant. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The defense argued the incident was an "unplanned, unanticipated scuffle," pointing to marital strain and expert testimony that her injuries were not life-threatening. Arielle Konig rejected that characterization. "I would call it an attack versus a scuffle," she told jurors. In the end, jurors had to decide whether jealousy and suspicion turned into a calculated attempt to kill or a volatile confrontation that spiraled into violence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6fca93fb569bd9085f692 ‘We're coming after you': Dr. Oz revokes Medicare access for LA doctor tied to $71M hospice billing te 2026-04-09T01:11:05.929Z ‘We're coming after you': Dr. Oz revokes Medicare access for LA doctor tied to $71M hospice billing As allegations of widespread hospice fraud in Los Angeles County continue to intensify, one physician has faced scrutiny after being tied to Medicare claims for thousands of patients across dozens of hospices. Dr. Rajiv Bhuva has been linked to Medicare claims for nearly 2,800 patients across 126 California hospices in 2024, according to CBS News, which cited the last full year of available data. Bhuva is connected to more hospices than any other doctor, according to CBS News, which said that out of the 126 hospice companies where claims have been connected to him, 115 are in LA County. CBS News has spent weeks doing a dive into alleged rampant hospice fraud in Los Angeles County. It found 742 hospice facilities out of the approximately 1,800 in LA County showed multiple red flags for fraud as defined by the state of California. While the average California hospice doctor cares for approximately 140 patients annually, Bhuva's numbers far exceeded that number, with CBS News finding 2,791 claims for terminally ill patients were submitted with his name on them in 2024. HOUSE COMMITTEE LAUNCHES INVESTIGATION INTO 'RAMPANT' CALIFORNIA HOSPICE FRAUD The claims resulted in $71.7 million in Medicare reimbursements, according to CBS News. The outlet noted that only one other California doctor had received more Medicare reimbursements than Bhuva: Dr. Domingo Barrientos, whose reimbursements totaled $90.3 million. In 2024, Barrientos was convicted of conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud and is currently in federal prison. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Dr. Mehmet Oz, who has been outspoken about Medicare fraud in California, confirmed that Bhuva "had his ability to bill Medicare revoked this past March." "To all the fraudsters out there stealing from our seniors: run, don’t walk. Because we’re coming after you," Oz wrote on social media. Dr. Kristina Newport, chief medical officer at the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, told CBS News that Bhuva would "have a superhuman schedule" to work with the number of patients he's been connected to "in a meaningful way." Bhuva has not been charged with a crime, but the number of claims tied to his name, which span thousands of patients and over 120 hospices, has raised eyebrows. VANCE ANTI-FRAUD TASK FORCE SUSPENDS 221 CALIFORNIA HOSPICE AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS SO FAR In 2022, California's state auditors warned that working for more than three hospice providers at one time would be an indicator of fraud. "This pattern of individual administrators supposedly working for a large number of hospice agencies raises questions about whether they are actually participating in the operations of any or all of those agencies," the auditor's report reads. California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office responded to a clip of CBS News' reporting, saying that it was a federal matter, rather than a state issue. "FACT: The state has no role in the Medicare billing or payment process. We are glad the Trump Admin is taking action to combat fraud. Now, if Trump could stop pardoning fraudsters—and hold them accountable—that would be great!," Newsom's press office wrote on X. While the state does not process Medicare payments, it does license hospice providers, effectively determining which organizations can enroll in the federal program and bill taxpayers. State auditors have previously warned that California’s "weak controls have created the opportunity for large-scale fraud and abuse." Recently, Fox News Digital learned that an anti-fraud task force led by Vice President JD Vance suspended 221 providers in Los Angeles due to suspected fraud. This included a number of providers who were raided by federal authorities. "The Administration's War on Fraud once again yields results as more suspensions take place and fraudsters face justice for ripping off hard-working Americans and stealing their tax dollars and social services," a Vance spokesperson told Fox News Digital. "The Vice President and his task force are proud of these latest figures and expect to see this number continue to grow dramatically." Fox News Digital reached out to the Department of Health and Human Services and Bhuva's office for comment. Fox News Digital's Peter Pinedo and Preston Mizell contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6fc813fb569bd9085f674 Ohio Man Is First to Be Federally Convicted for Deepfake Porn te 2026-04-09T01:10:25.226Z Ohio Man Is First to Be Federally Convicted for Deepfake Porn James Strahler II, 37, of Columbus, Ohio, had at least 10 victims, according to the authorities. He pleaded guilty to cyberstalking and other charges covered by the Take It Down Act. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f8133fb569bd9085f595 Maricopa County attorney still reviewing criminal charge submitted against Peoria teacher te 2026-04-09T00:51:31.305Z Maricopa County attorney still reviewing criminal charge submitted against Peoria teacher The Maricopa County Attorney's Office is still reviewing the case and has not submitted charges. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f7d13fb569bd9085f54d 36 Hours of Chaos: The Scramble for a Cease-Fire in Iran te 2026-04-09T00:50:25.974Z 36 Hours of Chaos: The Scramble for a Cease-Fire in Iran After careening from one diplomatic extreme to another, President Trump finds himself with a fragile deal that is already showing signs of fraying. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f5a03fb569bd9085f4dc Florence and the Machine brings Planned Parenthood on tour to offer reproductive health advice te 2026-04-09T00:41:04.616Z Florence and the Machine brings Planned Parenthood on tour to offer reproductive health advice The rock band Florence + the Machine announced it is partnering up with Planned Parenthood to offer reproductive health advice during tour stops. "Planned Parenthood health centers are a lifeline for millions of people, and they are relentlessly attacked," lead singer Florence Welch said in a statement on Monday. "Having access to a trusted provider is essential and also the difference between life and death. In this moment of uncertainty for our rights, I’m proud to support Planned Parenthood and create space on my tour for them to connect people with the care and information they need." According to Billboard Magazine, Planned Parenthood will have affiliates and tables stationed outside several concerts for the rest of the band's "Everybody Scream" tour. PLANNED PARENTHOOD TOUTS VASECTOMIES FOR ‘PEOPLE WHO CARRY SPERM’ AS DEMAND SPIKES AFTER DOBBS The affiliates will be available to speak with concertgoers on reproductive health care starting with their Minneapolis concert Wednesday night. "Florence Welch has long used her platform to speak out for reproductive freedom and care, including bravely sharing her personal experience with pregnancy loss," National Director of Arts and Entertainment for Planned Parenthood Caren Spruch said. "Her new album, 'Everybody Scream,' is a powerful testament to the importance of ensuring everyone can make decisions about their own bodies." Fox News Digital reached out to Florence + the Machine and Planned Parenthood for comment. PLANNED PARENTHOOD STARTS OFFERING BOTOX AND FILLERS TO MAKE UP FOR TRUMP FEDERAL FUNDING CUTS Florence + the Machine kicked off its "Everybody Scream" tour in Europe on Feb. 6. After a one-month break, the tour will resume Wednesday night through August. Welch previously experienced a miscarriage in 2023 which led to an emergency, life-saving surgery that forced her to cancel two concerts. FORMER PLANNED PARENTHOOD CLINIC DIRECTOR PROMISES TO EXPOSE ABORTION INDUSTRY'S 'DIRTIEST SECRETS' She spoke about the miscarriage in an interview with The Guardian in September, revealing that she had an ectopic pregnancy after trying to conceive with her boyfriend. "The closest I came to making life was the closest I came to death," Welch said. "And I felt like I had stepped through this door, and it was just full of women, screaming." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f58c3fb569bd9085f4d3 Child born during international flight to US sparks heated debate about citizenship, legal identity te 2026-04-09T00:40:45.000Z Child born during international flight to US sparks heated debate about citizenship, legal identity A woman gave birth midair Friday on a flight from Kingston, Jamaica, to New York, turning a routine plane trip into a high-altitude drama. The mother aboard a Caribbean Airlines flight had a successful delivery, as Fox News Digital previously reported — but shortly after the unexpected arrival, a hot debate about the baby's citizenship commenced.  "Sometimes, when a child is not born in a hospital and there's no birth record, that can create problems," Cyrus D. Mehta, a New York-based immigration attorney told Fox News Digital. (He is not connected to the Caribbean Airlines case.)  FLIGHT PASSENGERS SLAM AIRLINES FOR PUSHING EARLY BAG CHECKS EVEN WITH EMPTY BINS ON BOARD Even so, he added, "it's very clear. If you're born in the territory of the United States, even if it's on an airplane, you are a citizen," he continued. "The question is: What constitutes U.S. airspace?" he also said.  Commenters online debated the issue. "Is this baby an American?" wrote one person. "Was it born in American airspace? Does that qualify? Seems every other situation possible qualifies under the ‘birthright’ citizenship. What a joke!" Said another person about the Caribbean Airlines birth, "If the parents are American citizens, then the baby is." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Wrote another commenter, "Good example of why the [Supreme Court] needs to rule Trump's [executive order] as valid. These are not isolated cases — they happen every day of the week. Non-citizens know they'll win the lottery if they can give birth while in the U.S." Caribbean Airlines notes on its website that expectant mothers can travel on their planes without a doctor’s approval until the end of their 32nd week of pregnancy — but travel is not permitted beyond the 35th week.  Even so, incidents in which women give birth on flights are very uncommon.  A March 2020 study published by the Journal of Travel Medicine found that between 1929 and 2018, there were 74 in-flight births across 73 commercial flights — with 71 of those newborn infants surviving. The primary reason most airlines do not want pregnant women to fly very late in their pregnancies is medical.  Other procedural issues can occur as well, Mehta said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Proof of the precise location of the plane during childbirth midair and the moment the baby is born can be challenging. The government requires a log from an airline or ship "reflecting the latitude and longitude when the birth occurred," Mehta said.  "The parent is responsible for reporting the birth to authorities" — and the parents will need a birth certificate if they want to obtain a passport for the child, he added. Caribbean Airlines said that, while the birth aboard its flight was unexpected, the crew never declared an emergency during the trip.  Instead, the airline praised its crew, who "managed the situation in accordance with established procedures, ensuring the safety and comfort of all onboard." The airline said the woman and newborn received the care they needed from medical personnel. The unusual childbirth comes at a time of heated discussion about citizenship laws in the United States. The Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments on a challenge to President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14160, which limits birthright citizenship in the U.S. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Section one of the 14th Amendment automatically grants citizenship to all persons born in the United States.  The courts have routinely upheld birthright citizenship for over a century. Ashley J. DiMella and Lorraine Taylor, both of Fox News Digital, contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f15a3fb569bd9085f36b Scene pkg April 8 te 2026-04-09T00:22:50.168Z Scene pkg April 8 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f1463fb569bd9085f362 Scene pkg April 8 NDS te 2026-04-09T00:22:30.501Z Scene pkg April 8 NDS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f1323fb569bd9085f359 Bullhead City School District releases new details on graphic document threat from students at Fox Creek Junior High te 2026-04-09T00:22:10.636Z Bullhead City School District releases new details on graphic document threat from students at Fox Creek Junior High BULLHEAD CITY — In a statement released on social media Wednesday, April 8, Bullhead City School District provided additional information about ongoing investigations by BCSD and Bullhead City Police into a graphic, threatening document created and circulated by a handful… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f11d3fb569bd9085f33a Banner Health asks for public's help identifying patient hit by car in Phoenix te 2026-04-09T00:21:49.031Z Banner Health asks for public's help identifying patient hit by car in Phoenix The unidentified man was taken the Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix after he was hit a car near 27th Avenue and Buckeye Road on January 12. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6f0f03fb569bd9085f308 Jimmy Kimmel tells UCLA women's basketball team to give Trump fake national championship trophy te 2026-04-09T00:21:04.076Z Jimmy Kimmel tells UCLA women's basketball team to give Trump fake national championship trophy UCLA's national champion women's basketball team was given an eyebrow-raising political quest by late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel. During a group interview on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on Tuesday, a discussion with Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice, Gabriela Jaquez, Angela Dugalić and coach Cori Close turned political. After Kimmel pointed out that former President Barack Obama made a social media post congratulating the team on their championship win, the host asked if President Donald Trump had reached out yet. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The players answered "no" in response to Kimmel's Trump question. But then Kimmel steered the conversation deeper into an anti-Trump routine. "I'm sure you know he's busy. Um he's in two weeks you'll hear from him," Kimmel said. "In the event that you do get invited to the White House and you decide to go to the White House, I have something for you." UCLA WINS FIRST WOMEN'S BASKETBALL NATIONAL TITLE IN PROGRAM HISTORY WITH DOMINANT WIN OVER SOUTH CAROLINA Kimmel then pulled out a silver trophy that hardly resembled the NCAA championship trophy that sat on his desk. "What I want you to do is bring this fake trophy we've made to the White House. He's not going to know. But when you bring a trophy, he sometimes takes it and keeps it for himself. So, this is for you guys to take to the White House. And then you can say, 'President Trump, we want you to have this.' And he'll be so happy. You'll probably get an endowment and you'll be able to keep the real one," Kimmel said. BASKETBALL LEGEND CANDACE PARKER TAKES AIM AT GENO AURIEMMA AFTER DAWN STALEY CONFRONTATION Close laughed at Kimmel's joke, while the players lightly clapped their hands, exchanging light laughs. Meanwhile, social media users criticized Kimmel for turning the sports interview into a Trump-focused rant. "Even celebrating their championship he has to make it about himself and his hatred for Trump. What an a---hole," one X user wrote. One X user mocked Kimmel, writing, "What will he do when Trump is out of office? Is the show cooked?" Another X user wrote, "This is funny, but I dislike that he used them to smite the frump." UCLA won its first women's basketball national championship in program history this past weekend, defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks, the team led by Dawn Staley that had reached the national title game three consecutive seasons and won it in 2024, in dominant fashion, 79-51. 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/69d6f0dc3fb569bd9085f2ff School reinstates Pledge of Allegiance following lawsuit claiming students weren't given opportunity te 2026-04-09T00:20:44.045Z School reinstates Pledge of Allegiance following lawsuit claiming students weren't given opportunity A school district in Maine has had an apparent change of heart after a lawsuit filed by a father-son duo a month ago claimed it did not allow high school students the opportunity to recite the Pledge of Allegiance in classrooms. The Portland Press Herald first reported last month that Christopher Hickey filed the suit on behalf of his 10th-grade son, Clayton, alleging the Falmouth School Department in southern Maine was violating a long-standing district policy and state statue, requiring that students recite the Pledge of Allegiance daily. According to the lawsuit, the pledge was a regular occurrence in both the district's elementary and middle schools, while students in the high school did not participate in the ritual for two years. Leadership for the school district told Fox News Digital that families are "encouraged" to come forward with questions and concerns about the district's policies, saying the Pledge of Allegiance is an option for students that can be recited at Falmouth High School. FIRST GRADE STUDENT DISCIPLINED OVER BLACK LIVES MATTER DRAWING DOES HAVE FREE SPEECH RIGHTS, COURT RULES "At Falmouth High School, students are welcome to say the Pledge of Allegiance if they choose," Falmouth Schools Superintendent Steve Nolan said in a statement Wednesday. "Now that this matter has been brought to our attention, we have taken steps to provide an opportunity during the school day for students who wish to say the Pledge of Allegiance to do so during a designated time." Statute §4010 states: "A school administrative unit shall allow every student enrolled in the school administrative unit the opportunity to recite the Pledge of Allegiance at some point during a school day in which students are required to attend. A school administrative unit may not require a student to recite the Pledge of Allegiance." The school's policy says that an American flag will be flown on school grounds on school days in addition to having it visible in every classroom. "Furthermore, an opportunity must be provided, during the school days for which students are required to attend, for students and staff to recite the Pledge of Allegiance," the policy added. BLUE SCHOOL DISTRICT HIT WITH FEDERAL COMPLAINT ALLEGING IT 'SIDESTEPPED' LAW DEPRIVING PARENT OF TRANSPARENCY Hickey's attorney, Jack Baldacci, wrote in a statement to the Press Herald that despite Nolan's wish to handle the matter without legal action, they do not think the change would have been made without filing the suit. "The district had ample time to correct this longstanding omission on its own and failed to do so," Baldacci wrote. "We are glad the district is now complying, and we hope this marks the beginning of a renewed commitment to the robust civic education every student deserves." FEDERAL JUDGE STRIKES DOWN TEN COMMANDMENTS DISPLAYS IN SEVERAL ARKANSAS SCHOOL DISTRICTS According to a 2024 survey conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, 70% of registered voters did not pass a general civics test, including questions which asked how many Supreme Court justices there are. Baldacci did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. The lawsuit is ongoing. The U.S. Department of Education did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Fox News Digital's Rachel Wolf contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6ee983fb569bd9085f273 Dem senator ripped for 'smear' of female activist advocating for Swalwell's accusers: 'Very bad look' te 2026-04-09T00:11:04.002Z Dem senator ripped for 'smear' of female activist advocating for Swalwell's accusers: 'Very bad look' Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., is facing heat for trying to discredit a user on X who said sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., who is running for governor, will end up "kick[ing] his a--." Gallego, who has been friends with Swalwell for many years, also defended Swalwell for being "targeted" in a separate post on social media, arguing he is the subject of sexual misconduct allegations because he is "in first place." Swalwell has fiercely denied the allegations being elevated on social media by Democratically-aligned politicos, including Cheyenne Hunt, a former Capitol Hill staffer who is currently a nonprofit director at the group Gen-Z for Change, and Arielle Fodor, a "political content creator," teacher and mother who dubs herself "Mrs. Frazzled" online. SWALWELL THREATENS FBI WITH LEGAL ACTION AS PATEL REPORTEDLY WEIGHS 'FANG FANG' FILES RELEASE "Yeah I’m gonna be so real with you…Swalwell is a wrap. I’ve seen what I needed to see," Fodor wrote on X under her pseudonym. "He isn’t going to sue ANYBODY over talking about this because discovery would kick his a--. Why this man ran for governor is BEYOND ME." In direct response, replying to a X post quoting her comment, Gallego shot back: "This person started to posting for the first time 3 days ago…"  Gallego's post came at 1:53 a.m. on Tuesday night, and was subsequently followed up with another defending Swalwell: "When you are in first place, is when they target you," Gallego said in the second tweet several hours later. "Eric is a fighter and he will win the Governors race." "WHOA this is a very very bad look by Gallego. There is no reason for him to proactively smear Dem women and advocates when 1) he should just wait for the reporting to come out, and 2) the race isn’t even in AZ," Democratic campaign strategist Bhavik Lathia said in a reply to Gallego's initial remark.  'USEFUL PUPPET': ERIC SWALWELL IN THE HOT SEAT AFTER TRAVELING TO DOHA ON SEVERAL QATAR-SPONSORED TRIPS When reached for comment, Gallego and Swalwell did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment, which included questions about whether they wanted to respond to critics who have suggested Gallego is trying to discredit women raising the allegations, as opposed to speaking to them directly.  "'Believe all women until it's politically inconvenient,'" conservative political strategist Alec Sears also said in response to Gallego.   "Ah yes the recency of someone's social media posts are definitely indicative of whether something's true or false," added Managing editor at the Media Research Center's Newsbuster's Curtis Houck. A Substack website tied to Fodor, aka Mrs. Frazzled, says she has an entire subscriber base and runs a newsletter called "Frazzled About Education." "If I were you, I’d be more worried about my own skeletons instead of trying to discredit women. And the for the record, Mrs. Frazzled has a storied internet platform, and dedication to amplifying Democratic organizations such as Defense of Democracy. You could’ve googled her," Democrat political strategist, Simone Kathleen Rossi, said in response to Gallego's post about how Fodor cannot be trusted. Gallego and Swalwell have been colleagues and friends dating back at least a decade, and were paling around in Qatar in 2021 during a now-infamous Qatari Business Council-funded trip to the Middle East nation. They were infamously pictured taking a camel excursion along the Persian Gulf together with their spouses during the trip, which included a stay at a luxury Four Seasons hotel in Qatar and other activities and meetings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6ee843fb569bd9085f26a MSNBC host offended by Hegseth's 'we leave no man behind' statement te 2026-04-09T00:10:44.294Z MSNBC host offended by Hegseth's 'we leave no man behind' statement MSNBC host Lawrence O'Donnell said on "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" that War Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the phrase "we leave no man behind" was outdated, as he responded to remarks during a White House briefing about a recent U.S. military rescue operation. O’Donnell began by addressing Hegseth's statement directly and contrasting it with what he described as a more modern understanding of military service. "That is, of course, the old school version of the idea back when only men flew American military planes," O'Donnell said. He pointed to how military language has evolved, noting that current leadership has adopted broader terminology. DEMOCRAT WHOSE PARENTS FLED IRAN MOVES TO OUST HEGSETH O'Donnell argued that the updated phrasing better reflects the inclusion of women in combat roles, claiming that General Dan Kaine's framing is more accurate. "The general knows, unlike Pete Hegseth, that that could have been a woman they were trying to rescue," O'Donnell said. "It might be a woman the next time." HEGSETH DEFENDS TRUMP IRAN STRIKES, DEMANDS MEDIA ‘GET IT RIGHT’ The MSNBC host then broadened his critique, challenging the idea that the U.S. military has consistently upheld the principle in practice. "This 21st century notion that we leave no one behind ignores the 120,000 prisoners of war held by German and Japanese forces in World War II," O’Donnell said, noting they were "left behind" for years. He also referenced the Vietnam War, invoking the experience of the late Sen. John McCain. TRUMP SAYS IRAN’S SUCCESSION BENCH WIPED OUT AS ISRAELI STRIKE HITS LEADERSHIP DELIBERATIONS "In Vietnam, we left John McCain behind," O’Donnell said, recounting how McCain was captured and held as a prisoner of war for five years. O’Donnell connected that history to comments made by President Donald Trump during his first presidential campaign. "When reminded that John McCain was a war hero, Donald Trump said he’s not a war hero," O’Donnell said, quoting Trump’s remark, "'I like people who weren’t captured.'" O'Donnell emphasized how modern rescue missions differ significantly from past conflicts. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "The idea of using 155 aircraft and hundreds of military personnel on an immediate rescue mission for a single person… was inconceivable in World War II or in Vietnam," he said. O’Donnell ultimately framed his criticism around what he sees as a disconnect between rhetoric and reality in military history and policy. "The idea… ignores history," he said, arguing that the phrase has evolved beyond its original meaning and should reflect both modern service members and historical context. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d6ec083fb569bd9085f0f2 New Deadline Looms for U.S. and Iran as Truce Wavers te 2026-04-09T00:00:08.060Z New Deadline Looms for U.S. and Iran as Truce Wavers Fractures were already emerging in the limited cease-fire. Vice President JD Vance will lead a U.S. delegation in talks this weekend. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home