https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a57175342cf4db913c41 Steelers Could Be Without Another Star WR This Weekend vs. Bucs te 2026-10-16T22:30:09.826Z Steelers Could Be Without Another Star WR This Weekend vs. Bucs The Steelers will already be without three receivers on Sunday all due to recent injuries suffered. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a57075342cf4db913c38 Bears Make Surprising Caleb Williams Injury Decision vs. Falcons te 2026-10-16T22:30:08.311Z Bears Make Surprising Caleb Williams Injury Decision vs. Falcons Bears QB Caleb Williams is questionable against the Falcons despite practicing fully all week following a hamstring injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a56e75342cf4db913c2f Trump Admin Puts Migrant Kids on 'Deportation Assembly Line,' Attorneys Say te 2026-10-16T22:30:06.823Z Trump Admin Puts Migrant Kids on 'Deportation Assembly Line,' Attorneys Say A DOJ official said that all cases were decided in accordance with applicable law. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a31975342cf4db913bd2 Hero dad who took down Oregon school shooter identified along with teacher killed in attack te 2026-10-16T22:20:09.044Z Hero dad who took down Oregon school shooter identified along with teacher killed in attack The man who police in Bend, Oregon, said "neutralized" the shooter who killed three children and a teacher Thursday at Silver Rail Elementary School has been identified as 36-year-old Kaylub Gianmarco, a law enforcement source confirmed to Fox News Digital. During a news conference Friday, police identified the teacher who was killed in the shooting as 25-year-old Meghan Lambert, and also announced that among the youngest of the victims was 5-year-old Rhoam Summer. "Meghan was compassionate and had a huge heart. She always fought for the underdog and those with special needs. She was an incredible sister, daughter, niece and granddaughter. Her friends became her family," Lambert's family said in a statement read at the news conference.  Earlier Friday, Kenda Freeman said in a statement that her son, Giamanco, intervened in the attack and shot the gunman who killed three students and a teacher, The Associated Press reported. Gianmarco, a local carpenter and dad, has two daughters who attend Silver Rail, his brother Kyle Gianmarco told NBC News. Kyle Gianmarco shared that Kaylub is shaken by the event and doesn't want to speak to the public.  "We want the bystander who intervened to know we know he is going through a rough time, but we are grateful and we think he is a hero," the family added in the statement. "You selflessly put yourself at risk for others. We would like the other families to know they are in our thoughts and prayers. Megan loved those children and so we will show you love for her."  Three students who were 5, 8 and 11 years old were also killed in the shooting.  This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a31675342cf4db913bb3 Chargers Get Major Ladd McConkey Injury Update Before Chiefs Game te 2026-10-16T22:20:06.302Z Chargers Get Major Ladd McConkey Injury Update Before Chiefs Game Chargers WR Ladd McConkey has no injury designation against the Chiefs after battling a lingering foot injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a31475342cf4db913baa Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman Reveals Selfish Reason He Wants CFP Expansion te 2026-10-16T22:20:04.755Z Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman Reveals Selfish Reason He Wants CFP Expansion Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman revealed why he prefers the College Football Playoff to expand to a 24-team format. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0cb75342cf4db913b76 SR 347 drivers face another round of overnight restrictions te 2026-10-16T22:10:19.117Z SR 347 drivers face another round of overnight restrictions It’s another week of lane restrictions and delays for drivers on State Route 347.  between Maricopa and Casa Blanca Road from Oct. 15-23 as crews pave the highway and test materials for the improvement project. Northbound traffic will be reduced to one lane during several overnight work periods, while southbound restrictions are planned for materials testing. Some turns at Casa Blanca Road also will be restricted. Here’s the schedule: Friday, Oct. 16 Northbound SR 347 will be reduced to one lane between Maricopa and Casa Blanca Road from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. Saturday for paving. Saturday, Oct. 17 Northbound SR 347 will be reduced to one lane between Maricopa and Casa Blanca Road from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. Sunday for paving. Sunday, Oct. 18 Northbound SR 347 will be reduced to one lane between Maricopa and Casa Blanca Road from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m. Monday for paving. The following turns at Casa Blanca Road will be restricted from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m. Monday: Northbound right turns from SR 347 onto Casa Blanca Road Southbound left turns from SR 347 onto Casa Blanca Road Westbound left turns from Casa Blanca Road onto SR 347 Planned lane restrictions on State Route 347 from Oct. 15 through Oct. 22. [Arizona Department of Transportation]Monday, Oct. 19 Northbound SR 347 will be reduced to one lane between Maricopa and Casa Blanca Road from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. Tuesday for materials testing. Southbound SR 347 will be reduced to one lane between Casa Blanca Road and Maricopa from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Tuesday for materials testing. Tuesday, Oct. 20, through Thursday, Oct. 22 Southbound SR 347 will be reduced to one lane between Casa Blanca Road and Maricopa nightly from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. for materials testing. Drivers should follow posted speed limits, merge safely and allow extra travel time through the construction zone. For traffic updates, check InMaricopa.com. The post SR 347 drivers face another round of overnight restrictions appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0c575342cf4db913b4f Forgotten American 'cure-all' from 1903 makes comeback with one key ingredient missing te 2026-10-16T22:10:13.879Z Forgotten American 'cure-all' from 1903 makes comeback with one key ingredient missing A forgotten American elixir once marketed as a "cure-all" more than a century ago has gotten a second life — thanks to a chance discovery in Florida. Munyon's Paw-Paw, an alcoholic beverage dating to the early 1900s, has been resurrected by two longtime spirits industry veterans who stumbled upon its unusual history during a family outing. Jupiter, Florida, resident Joe Colucci was visiting John D. MacArthur Beach State Park in Palm Beach County when he spotted an antique bottle from 1903 in a display about Dr. James Munyon, a businessman who once owned a nearby island. GEORGE WASHINGTON'S 1757 BEER RECIPE BROUGHT BACK TO LIFE Intrigued, Colucci called his longtime colleague, Paul Massey, and the two began digging into the forgotten drink's past. What they discovered was a colorful chapter of American history. Munyon, an entrepreneur who built a fortune selling homeopathic remedies around the turn of the 20th century, marketed his Paw-Paw elixir as a medicinal cure-all. The original concoction contained fermented papaya and alcohol — along with a surprising ingredient, according to the founders. COCA-COLA QUIETLY AXED ONE REAGAN-ERA DRINK THAT DISAPPEARED FROM STORE SHELVES "There was actually THC in the original formulation as well," Massey told Fox News Digital. The pair traveled to Pennsylvania to meet with a historian researching Munyon's life and eventually obtained an original bottle containing some of the century-old liquid. They even sampled it. "Wasn't exactly still fresh, to say the least," Colucci recalled. Determined to revive the historic brand, the entrepreneurs worked with a Miami craft distiller to develop a modern version inspired by the original, minus the THC. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Launched in 2023, today's Munyon's Paw-Paw is a 20% alcohol-by-volume apéritif featuring 14 natural ingredients, including papaya, orange, grapefruit and hibiscus — botanicals the founders say were once grown on Munyon's island. Even the bottle pays tribute to the past. "When we saw the original bottle, we thought, 'Man, we could just run with that,'" Colucci said. "So, ours is a replica. That package almost tells the story." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS For the founders, resurrecting Munyon's Paw-Paw is about more than bringing another alcoholic beverage to market. It's about preserving a forgotten piece of American ingenuity at a time when nostalgia and old-fashioned brands continue to capture consumers' attention. "Americans just want to hear a great piece of U.S. history, and we're bringing that back with our product," Massey said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Although the original was sold as medicine, the modern version has a decidedly more recreational purpose. The founders suggest enjoying it in a Palm Beach Spritz, made with equal parts Munyon's Paw-Paw, prosecco and grapefruit soda. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0c475342cf4db913b46 ESPN allowing Troy Aikman to walk away from Joe Buck booth would make no sense | Bobby Burack te 2026-10-16T22:10:12.623Z ESPN allowing Troy Aikman to walk away from Joe Buck booth would make no sense | Bobby Burack When Joe Buck signed a $100 million extension with ESPN, the natural assumption around the industry was that Troy Aikman would soon follow. Buck and Aikman have worked together for 25 years, first at Fox and at ESPN since 2022. They are often regarded as the best broadcast booth in sports. Yet, within hours of the report about Buck's deal, industry chatter suggested that ESPN and Aikman were not close to an agreement. This week, Aikman addressed the situation — along with a reported confrontation between him and Buck during Monday Night Football — and said ESPN has not engaged in any contract negotiations with him. His deal expires in May 2027, after the Super Bowl in February that he will call. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Aikman suggested that leaving ESPN now appears to be the most likely outcome. "It just seems to be where they’re going," he said on KTCK The Ticket in Dallas. As of publication, there is still plenty of mystery surrounding why ESPN wouldn't want to keep Aikman. Yes, he's expensive. His current deal pays him around $18 million per year. ESPN, however, is paying others more, including Buck, Stephen A. Smith and Pat McAfee. As the lead NFL analyst for Monday Night Football and ESPN's first Super Bowl this February, there is an argument that Aikman is the most valuable member of that group. One industry-wide theory is that Buck wants a new partner. At the very least, Buck signing an extension before Aikman proves he is willing to work with someone else. He also apparently wasn't interested in using his leverage to ensure that he and Aikman remained together. Sources close to Buck have denied this. Another theory is that ESPN wants Peyton and Eli Manning in the booth and views this as its opportunity. However, unless the Mannings have privately agreed to such a move, which seems unlikely, pairing them with Buck sounds more like wishful thinking than an actual plan. Then there are the Kelce brothers. ESPN moved Jason Kelce into the color analyst role alongside Dave Pasch and Kurt Warner for its international games on NFL Network this season. Kelce has been polarizing, but impressive in the role. ESPN could envision eventually pairing him with his brother Travis, who is expected to retire from the NFL after this season, alongside Buck. On paper, that sounds intriguing. The problem is that there is no indication Travis is interested in becoming a full-time game analyst, much less that the Kelce brothers would be ready to anchor ESPN's most important NFL property. WITH TONY ROMO OUT AT CBS, TROY AIKMAN AND GREG OLSEN SUDDENLY BECOME LOGICAL REPLACEMENTS Greg Olsen is another possibility. He is an impending media free agent and is viewed as a potential No. 1 game analyst, a role he previously held at Fox before Tom Brady arrived. Olsen is good. Still, it's difficult to see why ESPN would prefer him to Aikman, who brings more gravitas, popularity and, most importantly, 25 years of chemistry with Buck. Sure, Olsen is 18 years younger than Aikman and would presumably cost less. If ESPN's goal were to get younger and cheaper, though, re-signing Buck — who is only two years younger than Aikman — to a nine-figure extension doesn't exactly fit that philosophy. From the outside, each alternative looks like a gamble, and probably one that wouldn't leave ESPN with a better booth than the one it already has. That's what makes the situation so puzzling. ESPN spent five years trying to find a suitable Monday Night Football booth. After Mike Tirico left in 2016 and Jon Gruden returned to coaching after the 2017 season, the network cycled through various combinations involving Steve Levy, Sean McDonough, Joe Tessitore, Booger McFarland, Brian Griese and Louis Riddick. For one reason or another, none of them clicked. And most of them are good to great broadcasters. There was even industry chatter at the time that the instability and poor reception surrounding ESPN's broadcasts affected the quality of games the NFL scheduled for Monday Night Football. For what it's worth, ESPN has enjoyed a noticeably stronger slate of games since Buck and Aikman arrived in 2022. Other factors — including ESPN's improved relationship with the NFL — undoubtedly played a role as well. Either way, ESPN finally found a booth worthy of the NFL's premier games, if not the standard for NFL broadcasting altogether, and now appears prepared to break it up. Unless there is more to the story than anyone outside the company knows, it's difficult to understand the logic. Of course, skeptics have dismissed the entire saga as a negotiating tactic by ESPN. That doesn't appear to be the case. Usually, such tactics begin with, well, actual negotiations. According to Aikman, there haven't been any. The fact that ESPN locked up his partner before having a substantive conversation with Aikman suggests one of two things: The company has decided it doesn't want to keep him, or it hasn't decided that it does. Maybe ESPN is taking the old Bill Belichick approach with the New England Patriots: better to move on from a talent a year too early than a year too late. Maybe executives see a decline coming that viewers don't. We are skeptical. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0c175342cf4db913b3a Trump Returns to Dalton for a Rescue Mission in Georgia te 2026-10-16T22:10:09.990Z Trump Returns to Dalton for a Rescue Mission in Georgia Plus, Katie Zacharia’s ouster, A.O.C. on the trail, and another tense debate in Maine. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0c075342cf4db913b20 Todd Bowles Provides Unfortunate Update About Baker Mayfield Timeline te 2026-10-16T22:10:08.324Z Todd Bowles Provides Unfortunate Update About Baker Mayfield Timeline Quarterback Baker Mayfield has been out since Week 3 when he dislocated his right throwing thumb. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0be75342cf4db913b17 Valkyries Star Gabby Williams Speaks Out About Media’s Newfound Love of Her te 2026-10-16T22:10:06.772Z Valkyries Star Gabby Williams Speaks Out About Media’s Newfound Love of Her If you aren’t fluent in Bay Area music, don’t bother jumping on the Gabby bandwagon, media people. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2a0bd75342cf4db913b0e Trump Bought Millions in Drug Stocks Before Medicare Change—Democrat Report te 2026-10-16T22:10:05.035Z Trump Bought Millions in Drug Stocks Before Medicare Change—Democrat Report Up to $39.1 million was held in companies that benefited from a provision of Republicans' 2025 tax and spending law. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29e6f75342cf4db913ab6 Don’t let the intimidation work: Vote like your future depends on it te 2026-10-16T22:00:15.948Z Don’t let the intimidation work: Vote like your future depends on it (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) Schemes to disrupt elections became frighteningly real in Arizona on Thursday when a hazardous-materials response team swarmed the state Capitol after election officials received an envelope containing an unknown white powder. The Executive Tower was briefly evacuated on Thursday afternoon. Thankfully, no one was harmed. But was it just a prank? Hardly. GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE The FBI is investigating similar suspicious mailings sent to other secretaries of state, including those in Louisiana, Oklahoma and Ohio. In all, more than 100 such letters were sent to elections officials, advocacy groups and Democratic elected officials nationwide. “Yesterday’s attack was not a harmless prank,” Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes said Friday about the envelope his office received on Oct. 15. “It was an apparent attempt to disrupt our elections and intimidate the public servants who make them possible,” he added, calling on elected leaders across the political divide to condemn “the attack.” Election workers sure do have their work cut out for them. And it’s getting worse, with some top election officials hellbent on sowing doubt about the very voting system they’re charged with safeguarding. Top staffers for Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap earlier this month asked the FBI to investigate what turned out to be “bogus election allegations” against election workers under the supervision of the Board of Supervisors, the recorder’s partner in administering county elections. And how that happened is just as troubling. Election workers were doing legitimate work, a fact Heap’s staffers could have confirmed with one phone call. Instead, they filed a formal complaint with the Phoenix FBI office over a social media post from an utterly uninformed right-wing organization alleging something nefarious. On Oct. 9, an election conspiracy group called We the People USA Alliance posted a video from Maricopa County’s public livestream showing two workers inside the Secure Tabulation Center late at night. Its caption: “busted.” The FBI reviewed the complaint and referred it to the Attorney General’s Office, which found no evidence of wrongdoing. After all, the people in the video were election workers doing their jobs late at night. Maricopa County Supervisor Kathy Brophy McGee blasted Heap for going to the FBI instead of calling them first. “Public employees who work in elections already face public threats and intimidation, but it is disgusting that Recorder Heap and his team would add to this climate of fear by referring to the FBI our hardworking county employees who were simply doing their jobs,” McGee told 12 NEWS. The post, still online as of this writing, has drawn more than 1.1 million views. Heap should have known better than to amplify accusations from a group led by election denier Shelby Busch, who drew headlines years ago fo suggesting she’d “lynch” Heap’s predecessor, Stephen Richer. But it fits with Heap’s fights against fellow Republicans on the Board of Supervisors over election administration duties, some of which appear to have little purpose beyond sowing doubt about the integrity of the vote. So, brace yourselves, folks. We’re heading into a potentially turbulent few weeks as early voting continues for the Nov. 3 midterms and fears grow about what election deniers may try next, especially President Donald Trump, who during his Arizona visit this week falsely claimed again that the 2020 election was rigged. And, he added for good measure and also falsely, so were the 2022 and 2024 elections — at least for the races that Kari Lake, whose name he couldn’t remember, lost. “What a rigged election that was, and it’s a shame,” Trump lied to his MAGA followers gathered in Bullhead City on Oct. 14, suggesting the “damn machines were broken in Republican areas.” Fears of Trump directly interfering — by seizing ballots, for instance — if he doesn’t like the results are real. And if the polls are right and Democrats do take control of Congress, then he’ll be furious and his behavior unpredictable. Fontes’ call for leaders across party lines to stand up for voting integrity as the cornerstone of our democracy takes on a sense of urgency. “We will not be intimidated,” Fontes said. “We will not be distracted, and we will not allow threats to interfere with Arizona elections.” But they will keep trying. Fontes is also right that “the most powerful response to intimidation is participation.” In this case, participation means voting. Do it to protect our freedom to choose. Do it to protect our right to choose freely and without fear. YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29e6b75342cf4db913a77 Norte Fire Map Shows Orange County Evacuations as Blaze Burns in California te 2026-10-16T22:00:11.887Z Norte Fire Map Shows Orange County Evacuations as Blaze Burns in California A fast-moving wildfire spread to 250 acres in Orange County, California, on Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29e6a75342cf4db913a6e Patriots Reveal WR A.J. Brown's Week 6 Game Status te 2026-10-16T22:00:10.134Z Patriots Reveal WR A.J. Brown's Week 6 Game Status New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is nearing his return to the field. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29e6775342cf4db913a65 Giants HC John Harbaugh is 'Fired Up' About Malik Nabers' Recent Claim te 2026-10-16T22:00:07.479Z Giants HC John Harbaugh is 'Fired Up' About Malik Nabers' Recent Claim New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh is "fired up" about a recent statement from superstar wide receiver Malik Nabers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29c1375342cf4db913a22 Is Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Playing Against Browns In Week 6? te 2026-10-16T21:50:11.274Z Is Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Playing Against Browns In Week 6? Lamar Jackson will miss a second straight game this weekend because of his ankle injury. Coach Jesse Minter said Friday that Jackson would not play Sunday at the Cleveland Browns (Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on FOX). Tyler Huntley led the Ravens (4-1) to an overtime win at the Atlanta Falcons last weekend. Huntley also won both his starts for Baltimore last season. Jackson was hurt while taking a sack near the end of the first half in Week 4 against the Tennessee Titans. The Ravens held on to win that game. Jackson missed four games last season, and Baltimore went 2-2 without him. The two defeats were started by Cooper Rush before the team turned back to Huntley, who had returned for another stint with the Ravens. Reporting by The Associated Press. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29c1275342cf4db913a09 Former NFL All-Pro running back joins President Trump for Georgia midterms rally te 2026-10-16T21:50:10.185Z Former NFL All-Pro running back joins President Trump for Georgia midterms rally President Donald Trump is bringing some serious SEC star power to Georgia. Former Georgia Bulldogs superstar and NFL All-Pro running back Todd Gurley hopped aboard Air Force One with Trump on Friday as the president headed to Dalton for a campaign rally ahead of November's midterm elections. Not a bad upgrade from his days of flying private in the NFL. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Gurley joined Trump for the trip to his home state. The former NFL star photographed alongside the president as they stepped off Air Force One at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta. RAVENS PLAYERS RIDE WITH PRESIDENT TRUMP IN MOTORCADE, GET SHOUTOUT DURING SPEECH AT BALTIMORE SHIPYARD EVENT Gurley, in case you forgot, was an absolute monster at Georgia. He rushed for 3,285 yards and 36 touchdowns in three seasons before becoming the 10th overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. He went on to become a three-time Pro Bowler and the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year in 2017 with the Los Angeles Rams. And he's hardly the first Bulldog to find himself in Trump's orbit. Current Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton appeared alongside Trump at a February rally in Rome, Georgia, where the president gave him a shout-out onstage. Then there's Georgia legend Herschel Walker, whom Trump backed in his unsuccessful 2022 Senate campaign against Democrat Raphael Warnock. Walker eventually landed a different gig courtesy of Trump: U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas. Apparently, being a Georgia football star doesn't hurt your chances of getting some face time with the president. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Friday's rally is Trump's third Georgia visit this year, with Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins and gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson joining the president as Republicans look to energize voters ahead of the Nov. 3 Election Day. I will say that it's refreshing to see so many former and current professional athletes unafraid to show support for President Trump and the Republican party. As Clay Travis said on X responding to this news, "So many pro athletes are over the anti-Trump bulls***. Good for Todd Gurley." It's true. Many athletes have been scared into silence for years. But not anymore. Gurley energized crowds with his electric play while at Georgia, so it'll be interesting to see what he can do behind the podium. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29c0f75342cf4db9139e2 Martial Law Explained as Trump Allies Raise Option Ahead of Midterms te 2026-10-16T21:50:07.556Z Martial Law Explained as Trump Allies Raise Option Ahead of Midterms Trump allies are discussing martial law if they dispute the midterms. Here's what the president can legally do. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29c0e75342cf4db9139d9 Eagles WR DeVonta Smith Gives Promising Update on Week 6 Status te 2026-10-16T21:50:06.117Z Eagles WR DeVonta Smith Gives Promising Update on Week 6 Status Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith continues to trend in the right direction. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad29c0c75342cf4db9139d0 Kyle Shanahan Delivers Strong Message on Raheem Morris' Future in San Francisco te 2026-10-16T21:50:04.763Z Kyle Shanahan Delivers Strong Message on Raheem Morris' Future in San Francisco San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan wants defensive coordinator Raheem Morris with the team as long as possible. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad299bc75342cf4db913956 Tish James confronted on camera over Trump's accusation of bias in Cornell rape case te 2026-10-16T21:40:12.773Z Tish James confronted on camera over Trump's accusation of bias in Cornell rape case New York Attorney General Letitia James on Friday vowed to conduct a "fair" investigation into the seven defendants accused of sexually assaulting an unnamed woman at a fraternity party at Cornell University. James’ investigation into the alleged college gang rape was launched after the filing of a recent lawsuit against Cornell University, the Chi Phi fraternity and several other defendants that has thrust the Ivy League university’s handling of campus sexual assault into the national spotlight. The remarks to a reporter come as James has repeatedly pushed back on questions about her impartiality, insisting the investigation will be guided by the facts and evidence, not politics. President Donald Trump, a longtime foe of the attorney general, has also questioned James' ability to lead an impartial investigation. Trump made the remarks after Fox News' Peter Doocy asked for his view on Hochul appointing James as special prosecutor in the case. LETITIA JAMES FACES NEW PUSH TO BOOT HER FROM CORNELL RAPE PROBE OVER ALLEGED BIAS: COURT DOCUMENTS "Letitia James is a corrupt person," Trump said. "She’s totally corrupt, and I can’t imagine it. And I feel badly for whoever she’s looking at because they won’t get a fair shake. Letitia James is a corrupt person." Attorneys for two of the defendants have also sought James’ removal, including Andrew Miltenberg, who represents Gillio Lopes, and Teny Geragos, who represents Winston Lee. The defense attorneys point to a social media post by James that Geragos separately argued in a court filing shows she is "unquestionably biased." Just days before Hochul's appointment, James posted on X in support of the alleged victim, identified in court filings as Jane Doe. "What this young woman has been forced to endure is horrific and unacceptable. I’m holding her in my heart and in my prayers," James posted on X Sept. 28. "To her, and to all survivors: you’re not alone. We stand with you." Hochul has stood by her appointment of James amid the criticism, saying she has "every confidence" the attorney general will "look at the facts, examine the record and draw the proper conclusions." James has rejected accusations that she prejudged the case, saying during an attorney general campaign debate that her comments supporting the alleged victim were intended to demonstrate "empathy" and insisting that "politics stops at the door" of her office. CORNELL RAPE ALLEGATIONS PROMPT NY ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES TO OPEN ‘ACTIVE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION’ SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER The case centers on allegations from a Cornell student that she was gang raped at a Chi Phi fraternity house party in 2024. Her allegations were investigated by Cornell University Police, which submitted her six-page sworn statement to the Tompkins County District Attorney’s Office.  Prosecutors declined to pursue charges at the time, concluding that the conduct described in the statement did not provide sufficient evidence to sustain criminal charges under New York law. Cornell separately conducted a Title IX investigation that resulted in disciplinary action against several of the seven defendants, including the expulsion of two students and suspension of two others. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad299ba75342cf4db913930 Arch Manning Is Still Helping Texas in One Key Area te 2026-10-16T21:40:10.240Z Arch Manning Is Still Helping Texas in One Key Area The Texas Longhorns top college football in one key category, even as Arch Manning's struggles on the field continue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad299b875342cf4db913927 NBA Legend Fires Back at Angel Reese Critics After Dream Reach WNBA Finals te 2026-10-16T21:40:08.887Z NBA Legend Fires Back at Angel Reese Critics After Dream Reach WNBA Finals NBA legend Carmelo Anthony defended Angel Reese against harsh critics after she led the Atlanta Dream to the WNBA Finals. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad299b775342cf4db91391e Trump Attacks Jon Ossoff's Looks at Georgia Rally Interrupted by Protesters te 2026-10-16T21:40:07.420Z Trump Attacks Jon Ossoff's Looks at Georgia Rally Interrupted by Protesters The president said Mike Collins, the GOP candidate, was the ideal look if he were casting a movie about a U.S. Senator. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad299b575342cf4db913915 Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy Breaks Silence on Heated Moment With Patrick Mahomes te 2026-10-16T21:40:05.781Z Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy Breaks Silence on Heated Moment With Patrick Mahomes Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy responded to his heated exchange with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2976175342cf4db9133be Appeals Court Questions Justice Dept. Claim that Trump Owns White House Records te 2026-10-16T21:30:09.782Z Appeals Court Questions Justice Dept. Claim that Trump Owns White House Records A three-judge panel appeared unconvinced by claims that a federal law requiring the president to preserve and hand over his presidential papers was unconstitutional. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2976075342cf4db9133a2 Cardinals Rule Out Jeremiyah Love With Ankle Injury vs. Rams te 2026-10-16T21:30:08.361Z Cardinals Rule Out Jeremiyah Love With Ankle Injury vs. Rams Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love has been ruled out against the Rams, with Tyler Allgeier set to start in his place. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2975e75342cf4db913389 Replit is no longer working with Anthropic, CEO says te 2026-10-16T21:30:06.266Z Replit is no longer working with Anthropic, CEO says Replit CEO and co-founder Amjad Masad made the comments during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2950a75342cf4db91333d Democrats' latest gun-control push runs into inconvenient fact about how school killer was stopped te 2026-10-16T21:20:10.232Z Democrats' latest gun-control push runs into inconvenient fact about how school killer was stopped Democrats renewed calls for tougher gun laws after three children and a teacher were killed in an Oregon school shooting, but gun-rights advocates say the circumstances of the attack bolster their case against new restrictions. The teenage shooter reportedly opened fire with a shotgun purchased by his mother before an armed father-of-two-students, Kaylub Giamanco, pursued him into Silver Rail Elementary School and fatally shot him. Second Amendment advocates argue additional gun restrictions would not have stopped the killer and could make it harder for armed civilians like Giamanco to intervene. "Democrats are shamefully weaponizing this tragedy in Oregon to advance their political agenda on gun control," Aidan Johnston, director of federal affairs for Gun Owners of America, told Fox News Digital. "But more gun control isn’t the solution. The school was a gun-free zone, and the killer didn’t use a so-called ‘assault weapon.’ What did stop the mass murderer and save lives was an armed bystander with good aim." FEDERAL APPEALS COURT UPHOLDS CONTROVERSIAL ILLINOIS BAN ON SEMIAUTOMATIC GUNS Gun-rights researcher John Lott, president of the Crime Prevention Research Center (CPRC), separately argued that restrictions on carrying guns can leave potential victims defenseless. "These gun-free zones actually serve as a magnet for these attacks rather than stopping them from occurring," Lott told Fox News Digital. Lott pointed to CPRC research examining active shootings from 2014 through 2024, which he said found that legally armed civilians stopped more attacks than police did. The National Rifle Association similarly questioned whether new restrictions would have changed the outcome. "Oregon already has nearly every gun-control measure on the anti-gun wish list — including an A- rating from groups that push them — yet that did not prevent this attack," the NRA said in a statement to Fox News Digital.  "The armed bystander who pursued the shooter inside and ended the threat is the clearest reminder that, when seconds count, a prepared law-abiding citizen can stop a killer." Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., was among the lawmakers calling for action after the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, where Bend-LaPine school policy bans firearms, including concealed guns. "The best way to honor these victims is to at long last pass commonsense gun laws that reduce the risks of more children, parents, teachers and staff forced to live in fear of similar nightmares for their schools," Wyden said in a statement. JONATHAN TURLEY: JAMES TALARICO'S DEFENSE OF GUN CONTROL LEAVES OUT A KEY WORD Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., whose district includes Bend, also called for action while acknowledging the armed bystander's intervention. "When are we going to practice that same bravery that that bystander had?" Bynum asked during a vigil, after urging action to keep guns away from people who should not have them. Senate Armed Services Committee ranking member Jack Reed, D-R.I., also cited the shooting in calling for additional gun laws and urging the Supreme Court to change course. "It is far past time for the Roberts Court to make it clear their decision on guns does not endorse unfettered and unregulated access to weapons," Reed said. "In the absence of the Supreme Court ceasing its pro-gun rulings, Republicans need to join Democrats in enacting commonsense policies that could prevent these kinds of tragedies." The Roberts court has issued consequential gun-rights rulings, including District of Columbia v. Heller, which struck down the District of Columbia's handgun ban in 2008, and New York State Rifle & Pistol Assn. v. Bruen, which struck down New York's requirement that applicants show a special need to obtain a license to carry a handgun in public. LA GUN OWNERS STUCK WAITING YEARS FOR CONCEALED CARRY PERMITS SCORE MAJOR DOJ VICTORY The political fighting is unfolding as investigators examine how the teenage gunman gained access to his mother's shotgun, a key question in determining whether existing or proposed gun laws could have made a difference. Asked specifically about universal background checks and red-flag laws, the NRA argued that neither would likely have prevented the shooting, citing initial reports that the teenager obtained a family member's firearm. The organization noted that background checks generally apply to firearm transfers, not unauthorized access to a firearm already owned by someone else. It also argued that a red-flag order would likely have been ineffective, although the circumstances surrounding the teenager's access to the shotgun remain unclear. Lott also pointed to a 2021 change in Oregon law that allowed individual school districts to prohibit concealed carry permit holders from bringing guns onto school property, arguing that such restrictions can leave schools more vulnerable. Before that change, Lott said, Oregon teachers with concealed carry permits generally could carry guns at schools, although some districts imposed employment-related restrictions. He estimated that roughly 25 of the state's 197 school districts have adopted prohibitions since then. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "All the school shootings where anybody has been wounded or killed have occurred in places where people, teachers and staff are banned from having guns," Lott said, citing CPRC research. Lott said his organization is updating the research through 2025. He also argued that uniformed school resource officers face tactical disadvantages because attackers can identify them, avoid them or target them first. "Having somebody in uniform is like having a neon sign above them that says, shoot me first," Lott said. Lott also questioned whether penalties for violating gun-free zone restrictions would deter someone already facing multiple life sentences for murder. "They may be facing six or seven life sentences [on murder counts and the like]. Does taking five years away from their seventh or eighth life [sentence] going to matter? Is that a penalty for them? And the answer is no," he said. The NRA also cited research finding that 94% of mass shootings since 1950 occurred in gun-free zones, echoing Lott's argument. "Law-abiding Americans have the right to defend themselves and their communities rather than rely solely on a sign or sticker. The tragedy in Bend is a clear example of how an armed citizen who is prepared and willing to act can stop an attacker and save lives. Policies that keep responsible people disarmed near schools leave those locations more vulnerable, not safer," an NRA spokesperson said. Lott maintained that gun-free zone restrictions can therefore disadvantage lawful gun owners without meaningfully deterring someone planning a mass shooting. Fox News Digital’s James Cirrone and the Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2950875342cf4db913334 NFL lifts abuse suspensions on Green Bay's Josh Jacobs and Denver's Jonathon Cooper as investigations continue te 2026-10-16T21:20:08.932Z NFL lifts abuse suspensions on Green Bay's Josh Jacobs and Denver's Jonathon Cooper as investigations continue Friday was a sort of "get out of jail" day at the NFL, as Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs and Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper learned they are coming off suspensions on the Commissioner's Exempt List. Both players have missed the start of their teams' seasons — with Cooper missing six games and Jacobs about to miss his sixth game on Sunday — because both were on the Commissioner's list in connection to domestic abuse allegations and litigation. But Cooper is coming off the list immediately and will be eligible to play in Denver's Week 7 game at the Arizona Cardinals because the Broncos already played their Week 6 game. JOSH JACOBS SUES POLICE TO PERMANENTLY SEAL VIDEO EVIDENCE IN BATTERY CASE AGAINST HIM Jacobs will come off the list on Monday after the Packers play their Sunday night game against the Dallas Cowboys. Jacobs will be eligible to play in the Packers' Week 7 game at the Detroit Lions. So, we good? Well, not completely. Both players, arrested in the offseason on charges tied to domestic abuse involving their girlfriends, remain the subjects of ongoing league investigations. So, if or when new information comes to light about either player relating to their incidents this offseason, they are subject to further discipline. That stipulation is more likely to affect Cooper than Jacobs. Why? Because Jacobs struck a plea deal on Sept. 10 that ostensibly resolved the criminal case he was facing. He pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property in the case involving his ex. BRONCOS STAR SPEAKS OUT FOLLOWING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ARREST, FIRES OFF AN APOLOGY Jacobs was ordered to pay a $1,000 fine, attend counseling, pay restitution for property he destroyed and have no further contact with the victim. If the running back meets those conditions for one year, the property damage charge will be dismissed. Cooper faces a more dicey situation because he has not yet gone to trial and the charges against him allege a greater degree of violence. Cooper was placed on the Commissioner’s Exempt List after two domestic-violence-related arrests in June 2026. The first arrest followed an argument with his then-girlfriend over suspected cheating. Both were arrested, and Cooper initially faced a criminal-mischief charge. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! But authorities said Cooper violated a protective order against him and he was arrested again and charged with second-degree assault by strangulation, third-degree assault, repeated-call harassment and violating the protective order. Cooper pleaded not guilty to the charges. A pretrial hearing and a motions hearing are each scheduled for February and the trial is tentatively slated for March. The outcome of that trial could result in Cooper facing another suspension at the start of the 2027 NFL regular season under the NFL's Personal Conduct Policy. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2950575342cf4db91330c Major Lamar Jackson Injury Update For Sunday's Game te 2026-10-16T21:20:05.907Z Major Lamar Jackson Injury Update For Sunday's Game The Ravens have ruled out Lamar Jackson against the Browns due to an ankle injury, with Tyler Huntley set to start again. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad292ba75342cf4db913274 Arizona joins Nevada lawsuit to block federally imposed Colorado River cuts te 2026-10-16T21:10:18.077Z Arizona joins Nevada lawsuit to block federally imposed Colorado River cuts Key Points: Gov. Katie Hobbs announced Arizona joined Nevada’s lawsuit against the federal government Friday The state retained a law firm in March and set aside $4 million for potential... Subscribe Already a subscriber?  Login The post Arizona joins Nevada lawsuit to block federally imposed Colorado River cuts first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad292b775342cf4db913251 Judge tosses Timothy Busfield's indictment on child sex abuse charges te 2026-10-16T21:10:15.331Z Judge tosses Timothy Busfield's indictment on child sex abuse charges A New Mexico judge on Friday dismissed actor/director Timothy Busfield’s indictment on child sexual abuse charges.  District Court Judge Joseph Montano granted Busfield's motion to throw out the grand jury indictment. "The State, however, remains free to institute new criminal proceedings against Defendant," the filing reads. Busfield had been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor.   This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad292b475342cf4db913248 New Jaguars long snapper cuts camping trip short, scrambles for passport before Sunday's London game te 2026-10-16T21:10:12.931Z New Jaguars long snapper cuts camping trip short, scrambles for passport before Sunday's London game Last weekend's game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Philadelphia Eagles at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was a wild one, and one thing that was a headache for the Jags was the long-snapping situation. Long snapper Ross Matiscik hurt his shoulder, and that meant defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton had to take over. The results were mixed, and one snap on an extra point was so high that it led to a bad hold and a rare miss from that range for kicker Cam Little. But now, while the Jags were staying in London ahead of their game against the Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium, they called in former Broncos and Raiders long snapper Jacob Bobenmoyer. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! It's surely a welcome call, but it tanked his camping trip and had him praying his passport was still in the bathroom drawer he had chucked it in. Bobenmoyer was camping in the wilds of Colorado when he got a text from his agent telling him that the Jags would likely be getting in touch with him. So he headed home on the off chance that they would want him to head to the airport that night, which they did. So imagine being on a camping trip and having to head home early because you've got to wing it on over to London to handle long-snapping duties for the Jaguars. Now, imagine getting that call while "changing diapers and whatnot," which is what happened to Bobenmoyer. What a wild couple of hours. But there was still the matter of the passport in the bathroom drawer, which Bobenmoyer didn't think he'd need again. RAMS CUT KICKER HARRISON MEVIS AFTER BOTCHED FIELD GOAL ATTEMPT IN OVERTIME 'COST US THE GAME' "They called me, and I was like, ‘Man, I hope it’s still there,’" Bobenmoyer said, per the Associated Press. The 29-year-old out of Northern Colorado has 97 NFL games under his belt, spread over three seasons in Denver and another three in Las Vegas. Bobenmoyer hit free agency this past offseason, but crucially, didn't give up after not signing going into the season. "I just train and work out exactly how I would if I was with a team," he said. "It paid off." It sure did. Another bite at the NFL apple and a free trip to London. Can't beat it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad292b275342cf4db91323f Mamdani accused of betraying NYC workers as union boss blasts 'anti-labor' horse carriage ban te 2026-10-16T21:10:10.840Z Mamdani accused of betraying NYC workers as union boss blasts 'anti-labor' horse carriage ban New York City lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that would effectively ban all horse-drawn carriages from Central Park — a move that means the tradition dating back to the late 1800s would be taken out to pasture. The City Council is anticipated to approve a bill next week that would abolish the rides — which have been a staple in the Big Apple for more than 150 years — by June 1, 2028. The bill follows an agreement between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin and could mark the first successful effort to ban the rides after previous mayors unsuccessfully pushed to end the industry. "We have been working closely with the City Council, union partners, carriage drivers, animal welfare advocates, and community leaders to deliver a just transition that protects workers while ending horse-drawn carriages in Central Park once and for all," a spokesperson for Mamdani’s office said in a statement to Fox News Digital on Tuesday. MAMDANI BLASTS FEDS FOR WAGING 'CAMPAIGN OF VIOLENCE AND TERROR' AGAINST NYC'S IMMIGRANTS Menin, who was the first sitting City Council speaker to support the legislation, also celebrated the decision. "We can honor our city's traditions while recognizing when it's time to move forward in the interest of public safety, protecting workers, and strengthening our city's economic vitality," Menin said. Fox News Digital reached out to Menin for comment but did not immediately receive a response.  "Our Administration has been working on a detailed plan for the transition of the workforce and industry, and we have begun discussion of compensation for medallion owners," a City Hall spokesperson said. For years, animal rights advocates have called for an end to Central Park’s horse-drawn carriages, pointing to high-profile incidents involving allegations of animal abuse and the deaths of carriage horses. "New Yorkers are sick and tired of seeing exhausted, sick, lame, elderly horses struggling to pull carriages through Midtown Manhattan, collapsing in the streets," PETA Director of Outreach Communications Ashley Byrne told Fox News Digital. "They've wanted this gone for a long time." Activists have largely denounced the industry as cruel and inhumane, pointing to incidents in which horses have been startled by Manhattan traffic and bolted into oncoming vehicles or onto crowded sidewalks. However, the push to ban the tourist attraction intensified in June. FIREWORKS REPORTEDLY TRIGGER MASS HORSE STAMPEDE THROUGH ROME STREETS, INJURING SEVERAL SOLDIERS On June 17, 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan, who was traveling from India with his family to celebrate his recent graduation, died after being thrown from a runaway horse-drawn carriage in Central Park. His death prompted renewed calls for legislation banning horse-drawn carriages. Lawmakers renamed the proposed "Ryder's Law" — named after an elderly horse who collapsed on a Manhattan street in 2022 and later died — "Romanch's Law." "It is tragic and absolutely unforgivable that this industry insisted on dragging this out until countless horses and a teenage human being with his whole life ahead of him died of accidents that never should have happened," Byrne said. The Central Park Conservancy previously reported that the June 17 crash marked the eighth horse-related incident in or around the park in approximately 13 months. Eight days earlier, on June 9, a carriage horse named Deniz collapsed and died while pulling tourists. Fox News Digital reached out to the Mahajan family attorney for comment but did not immediately receive a response.  The bill’s new namesake — and the support it has attracted — drew the ire of Alexander Kemp, administrative vice president of the Transit Workers Union (TWU) Local 100, which represents approximately 160 horse-drawn carriage drivers in Central Park. LONG ISLAND RAIL ROAD WORKERS GO ON STRIKE, LEAVING 330,000 COMMUTERS WITHOUT SERVICE ON BUSIEST US RAIL LINE "Unfortunately, you had a fatality, a tragedy, with a 18-year-old young man, Romanch," Kemp told Fox News Digital. "And they used it to modify their position. It no longer became about animal welfare, and now this is about an 18-year-old tourist who lost his life tragically in an accident, in a horrific accident." Kemp argued that the City Council used Mahajan’s death to reshape the bill and win over lawmakers after years of unsuccessful attempts to pass a ban. "And they crafted legislation around that, because there was no appetite or evidence to prove that the animals were mistreated and that it was an animal welfare issue. Now they made it a human rights issue. Now they make it a safety issue," Kemp said. Byrne, however, said the issue is rooted in safety concerns, pointing to increased foot traffic and the growing number of wheeled vehicles moving through the park. "Central Park is filled with pedestrians, runners, cyclists, e-bikes and petty cabs," Byrne said. "It is no place for prey animals like horses who can spook at something as slight as a plastic bag blowing through the air or the sound of a car honking." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Kemp said many carriage drivers are immigrants nearing retirement age, making it difficult for them to find new jobs if the industry shuts down. "This is what they've done [in their home countries]," Kemp said. "And finding their way in America, this was their golden ticket. This was their street paved with gold. This was an opportunity for them to do something that they've in their country to find a way to feed their family here." Under the legislation, city agencies would have until April 1, 2027, to develop a workforce transition plan for drivers and other industry workers. The plan would also require officials to consider compensation for carriage owners. Additionally, carriage owners would not be permitted to sell their horses for slaughter or for use in other horse-drawn carriage businesses. The animals would have to be rehomed or otherwise placed in a "humane manner." "I think we have a civic responsibility to ensure that we are not leaving anybody out to dry," Mamdani said at a press conference on Wednesday. Despite the bill’s promises, Kemp argued that Mamdani's administration, which campaigned on a pro-worker platform, is failing to protect the carriage drivers' livelihoods. "If you're going to say to my face that you got labor's back, and then in the middle of the night you take a vote to eliminate a whole industry, well, then that is anti-labor. That is not pro-worker," Kemp said. "So, I don't know how you can satisfy both, just by saying, ‘By the way, that we believe, in our heart, that this industry has come to pasture — no pun intended. And now guys, please, can we hug after we get rid of this industry? Because we have other things we can talk about.’" Kemp also criticized the mayor's administration for promoting pro-immigrant policies while supporting legislation that could eliminate roughly 160 jobs, many held by immigrant workers. "If that is in how you conduct business, and you look at the least of us as the most vulnerable and expendable, then what it tells me is that you are not rooted in the politics of people," Kemp said. "You're rooted in the politics of politics." "And please spare us with all the crocodile tears on how you care about workers and protecting workers and immigrants," he continued. "And just say you're more interested in satisfying the people who give you the most money." The City Council is set to vote on the bill Oct. 22, with supporters expecting it to pass. Fox News Digital's Jasmine Baehr contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad292ac75342cf4db913217 VA Benefits Will Get COLA Boost, Some Veterans Worry It's Not Enough te 2026-10-16T21:10:04.965Z VA Benefits Will Get COLA Boost, Some Veterans Worry It's Not Enough The 3.6 percent COLA will also apply to Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2905f75342cf4db9131c0 Brewers manager has epic quote straight from Hollywood script after sweeping vaunted Dodgers te 2026-10-16T21:00:15.538Z Brewers manager has epic quote straight from Hollywood script after sweeping vaunted Dodgers Any team can beat any team on any given day, regardless of how many players are Cooperstown-bound in the opponent's lineup. The Milwaukee Brewers certainly proved that point, as they swept the vaunted Los Angeles Dodgers to advance to their first World Series in 44 years. The baseball world widely expected the Dodgers, with their rotation chock-full of aces and lineup full of future Hall of Famers, to roll to their third straight World Series title. The Brewers proved them wrong. "They may have a bunch of Hall of Famers, but we have a bunch of gamers. And the gamers won this week," Murphy said after the Brewers’ win. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The Brewers' payroll pales in comparison to the Dodgers'. According to Spotrac, Los Angeles’ $339 million payroll ranks second in baseball, more than twice the Brewers' $146 million payroll, which ranks 19th in the sport. "We weren’t coming in to play patty-cake," Murphy said. "We were hungry, and as long as it’s an even playing field, we’re going to come in and give it our best shot to win. That’s exactly what we did." The Dodgers swept the Brewers in the NLCS last season, which is why so many thought a similar outcome might be on the horizon this year. Not Milwaukee. "I think the Dodgers figured out that we came in here with a little different attitude this year," Murphy said. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Unlike the Dodgers, the Brewers may not have any surefire Hall of Famers in their rotation or lineup, but they don’t quit. NLCS MVP Jake Bauers nearly retired from baseball two seasons ago and only kept playing because his wife was expecting a child and needed healthcare benefits. The 31-year-old has since emerged as a linchpin in the Brewers’ lineup, working series-changing at-bats against All-Star pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Blake Snell. The Brewers fell behind 4-0 in the second inning after Shohei Ohtani's three-run blast, but the team never wavered. "There was never a doubt in that dugout what was going to happen tonight. We knew we were going to win that game," Bauers said. Aaron Ashby, who did his best Houdini impression by stranding multiple Dodgers baserunners in scoring position, recorded the three-inning save in the clinching win. "Playing with that chip on our shoulder," Ashby said. "You don’t ever know what to expect going into a series like that last year (against the Dodgers). You don’t know how bad it can be, and then it was as bad as it was. And we came out and we survived, and we came back this year, and those guys played their tails off." The Brewers hope the swagger that their "gamers" carry can translate into four more wins. They will play either the Cleveland Guardians or Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series. The Guardians lead the Rays 2-1 in the ALCS, with Game 4 scheduled for Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2905d75342cf4db9131b7 'The View' co-hosts cast doubt on Kamala Harris viability as 2028 candidate te 2026-10-16T21:00:13.655Z 'The View' co-hosts cast doubt on Kamala Harris viability as 2028 candidate Several co-hosts of "The View" expressed doubts Friday about former Vice President Kamala Harris running for president in 2028. Harris was asked during a Tuesday interview with podcaster Keke Palmer whether she was considering running for president in 2028. Harris laughed and said she hadn't decided yet.  However, some of "The View" co-hosts urged the Democratic Party to seek another contender. "Let’s be real," co-host Ana Navarro said, noting that she spoke with Harris about how many women remain "scarred" by the fact both she and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton lost to President Donald Trump. When asked if a Black woman could be elected president, guest host Raven-Symone replied, "Not in America. In the days after Joe Biden dropped out in 2024, online platforms saw racist content directed at Kamala go up 525% and misogynistic content went up 2,328%." DEMOCRATS DEBATE KAMALA HARRIS 2028 RUN AS SURROGATE SAYS PARTY WANTS TO 'MOVE ON' FROM 2024 LOSS "We are not as progressive as we think we are, United States," Raven-Symone added. "There are other countries doing it much better when it comes to women in office. You need to catch the blank up, period." "If the Democrats want to win, but I don’t think she is the right candidate," Sara Haines said. "Because the Democrats have been screaming for new energy, that they would need something new to combat this. This would be her third time on this ballot from the first time when she didn’t — she was out really early when she ran, and then the time with Biden, this would be the third time." "People are clamoring for fresh energy and there is a lot of candidates – Pete Buttigieg, Mark Kelly, [Josh] Shapiro, Wes Moore. They’re moderate, moderate Democrats and I think they could sweep," Haines said, later noting that Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., would be viable down the road as well. JOY BEHAR DOUBLES DOWN ON ARGUMENT US WILL NOT ELECT A WOMAN PRESIDENT Democratic strategist and co-host of "The Huddle" podcast Dan Turrentine told Fox News Digital, "I think America is ready for a female president. The two women who have lost were politically flawed, and it was known from the beginning." "For Harris in 2028, the challenge is that candidates that have successfully run three times — Reagan, Trump — were ideologically consistent, and the country came to them. Harris has been inconsistent, creating an authenticity problem," he continued. "You then have to look at the present dynamic of the Democratic Party — angry and demanding fight. Harris has been MIA the last two years, which is consistent with her history of caution and indecision," Turrentine said.  "Lastly, if Harris runs, she will have to fight an establishment and media that are very skeptical and will likely look to pounce," he added. "There are a lot of reasons to question her chances. But, if she runs, she will be a serious candidate in the primary, and if she were to win the primary, in this bitterly divided country, would start the general with a decent chance." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Fox News Digital contacted Kamala Harris’ office but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2905a75342cf4db9131a3 Bend Shooting Likely to Heighten Gun Debate in Oregon Governor’s Race te 2026-10-16T21:00:10.032Z Bend Shooting Likely to Heighten Gun Debate in Oregon Governor’s Race The contest between the Democratic incumbent and her Republican challenger is on edge. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2905875342cf4db913187 Zelensky Warns of More Trump-Russia Deals as Putin Envoy Eyes Expansion te 2026-10-16T21:00:08.125Z Zelensky Warns of More Trump-Russia Deals as Putin Envoy Eyes Expansion Zelensky warns Trump’s Russia diesel deal could lead to more deals and broader sanctions relief. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad28dfd75342cf4db9130a7 Zach Lahn Responds to Tragic Death in Rob Sand's Family te 2026-10-16T20:50:05.492Z Zach Lahn Responds to Tragic Death in Rob Sand's Family Rob Sand's brother-in-law was killed in a car crash on Thursday night in Iowa. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad28ba475342cf4db91302d Katie Zacharia Is What Happens When Loyalty Replaces Competence te 2026-10-16T20:40:04.473Z Katie Zacharia Is What Happens When Loyalty Replaces Competence Katie Zacharia's five-day tenure exposes the danger of a White House where loyalty appears to matter more than competence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286ff75342cf4db912f4b Joe Rogan defends Shane Gillis from 'word police' after SNL joke sparks liberal uproar te 2026-10-16T20:20:15.778Z Joe Rogan defends Shane Gillis from 'word police' after SNL joke sparks liberal uproar Podcaster Joe Rogan defended comedian Shane Gillis after his Saturday Night Live monologue after a joke about women who film themselves while working out in revealing clothing went viral. Gillis, known for politically incorrect humor, drew backlash from the left for his monologue while hosting SNL last week, joking about "going to the public gym as a fat guy." "Also, I haven’t been to the gym in so long. I didn’t know women just dressed like whores now? Look, I’m sorry. There’s no other way to describe ... Have you seen it? I’ve seen it. The shorts. Have you seen the shorts?" he asked. "And don’t look! You’re not allowed to look. For real. Don’t look because they are filming. I’m in the background in like 10 TikToks right now." SHANE GILLIS SHRUGS OFF, MOCKS CHELSEA HANDLER'S OUTRAGE OVER HIS JOKES AT KEVIN HART ROAST The comments drew uproar and accusations of misogyny from the left. Rogan brought up the backlash as he spoke to influencer Cody Tucker on his podcast Thursday. "I guess the word ‘whore’ is what gets them. I get it. I get that you get upset. Well, it's also because like real misogyny actually exists," Rogan said. "So, when you see a guy joking around about a woman dressing like a whore, you connect it to horrible thoughts, like horrible actions, like real actual evil men that actually. Because, like, there's a lot of men that genuinely hate women. Shane Gillis is not one of them," Rogan said.  "And he's a great guy. It's just a joke." COMEDIAN TIM DILLON SLAMS SYDNEY SWEENEY CRITICS UPSET WITH STEAMY AD: 'HOW INSANE IS THAT? ' Gillis has appeared on Rogan's widely followed podcast, which frequently features fellow comedians. "But for some people, those words — and then you see like the word police people, which is hilarious. ‘We need to stop using that word.’ ‘We're still using the word whore.’ Like, you're not?" Rogan said. "It's a great word. It's a great word for also yourself. "Like, I freely admit that when I did the second iteration of ‘Fear Factor’ is because I was being a whore. They offered me a f---load of money to come back in 2011 and host ‘Fear Factor’ again. And I'm like, 'I'm a whore. Let's go,'" Rogan added, arguing it's not a bad word but should be used wisely. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286fe75342cf4db912f42 Selma Blair's rep speaks out after star's arrest: 'Much more to this story' te 2026-10-16T20:20:14.280Z Selma Blair's rep speaks out after star's arrest: 'Much more to this story' Selma Blair is speaking out for the first time since her arrest. On Friday, Blair's representative issued a lengthy statement to People, saying the actress "did not intend to harm anyone." "Since Sunday night, the public account of what happened to Selma aboard a flight to New York has been built almost entirely on a police statement and a decade-old headline," the spokesperson said. "A handful of journalists have taken the time to report on Selma as a human being rather than a headline, and we are grateful to them," the statement continued. "But fair reporting has been the exception, and in the space left by our silence, speculation has hardened into something being treated as fact. We can, however, correct the record on a few points already in public circulation. Selma Blair experienced a medical emergency on the flight. There was no attempt to open the door of the aircraft. Selma did not intend to harm anyone." SELMA BLAIR ARRESTED AFTER IN-FLIGHT INCIDENT In 2018, Blair revealed publicly that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease. "The suggestion by anyone that Selma does not have multiple sclerosis is outrageous. Her diagnosis has been public since 2018. What Selma has been able to do physically in the years since is nothing short of a miracle. She still has bad days, and she lives with pain daily," the statement continued. "Selma also has pseudobulbar affect, a neurological condition secondary to her MS, which bears directly on how a medical episode presents to people who do not know her. For the same reason, she travels with a service dog who doesn’t leave her side, and the authorities took her dog from her." Blair's rep went on to share the list of projects the star has been involved in this year. SELMA BLAIR'S LAWYER CITES MISSED MEDICATION, HEAD INJURY AFTER IN-FLIGHT ARREST: WHAT DOCTORS SAY "[Blair] has worked on seven film and television projects in 2026 alone, only a couple of which have been announced. She has launched a skin care line, a clothing line, and a line of eye-glass readers, each built around the idea of beauty and utility for people whose bodies do not always cooperate. She remains a visible and relentless advocate for disability rights, for the MS community, and this year for the Jewish community in the face of rising antisemitism, including from the stage of the ADL’s State of the Arts event at The Jewish Museum two weeks ago. Selma had never been arrested before Sunday night," the statement said. It concluded, "There is much more to this story than has been reported, and we ask to consider the entirety of the facts before rushing to judgment, whether in the courtroom or in the court of public opinion." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Blair was arraigned Monday on two counts of second-degree assault stemming from accusations that she assaulted a nurse and a police officer after an incident involving crew members aboard a Delta Air Lines flight to New York City. Blair pleaded not guilty.  The judge set bail at $20,000 cash/$60,000 bond/ $60,000 partially secured bond. She's expected in court in January 2027. The actress was arrested Sunday. "On Sunday October 11 at approximately 11pm at JFK Airport, PAPD responded to a call about a physically abusive passenger aboard Delta Airlines flight 938 which was parked at the gate after arrival from LAX," New York Port Authority officials confirmed to Fox News Digital. "Suspect was identified as Selma Blair, a 54-year-old woman. She was taken into custody and transported to the hospital for evaluation." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS During her court appearance in Queens, Blair’s lawyer claimed the actress missed multiple doses of a "powerful" medication, the New York Post reported. WATCH: Selma Blair exits Queens Criminal Court "This was not an intentional assault," the outlet noted that her attorney, Shawn Barnes, said in court. "Ms. Blair missed several doses of… a powerful medication that controls severe neurological symptoms." "Ms. Blair boarded this flight after being on set and working extensive hours and exhaustive hours in the days leading up to this flight," he added. "Additionally, at one point, during the flight, there was an incident where Miss Blair actually fell and hit her head," Barnes added, according to the NY Post. "These factors, coupled with altitude, resulted in a state of severe confusion and disorientation." Federal charges will be handled separately. Blair was restrained on a stretcher at the airport but freed her leg, and allegedly kicked an officer in the face, neck and chest, causing substantial swelling, court documents said. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE A nurse at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where Blair was taken, alleged that the actress kicked her in the chest while moving her. Delta confirmed that law enforcement officials responded to an incident upon arrival to John F. Kennedy International Airport, a flight which departed out of Los Angeles earlier in the day. "Delta has zero tolerance for unruly or unlawful behavior, as the safety of our customers and crew always comes first," Delta said in a statement. Additionally, there was no operational impact on the flight as it landed ahead of schedule at JFK, Delta said. Sources told TMZ that Blair allegedly punched one flight attendant and bit another in the middle of the flight. Fox News Digital's Tracy Wright contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286fc75342cf4db912f39 Trump hosted a dinner with – wait for it – Stephen A Smith, Kid Rock and Bill Maher te 2026-10-16T20:20:12.966Z Trump hosted a dinner with – wait for it – Stephen A Smith, Kid Rock and Bill Maher President Donald Trump hosted a dinner on Thursday night with, wait for it, singer Kid Rock, HBO host Bill Maher and ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith. Kid Rock, whose real name is Robert Ritchie, mentioned the dinner during a Friday morning appearance on Fox News’ "Fox & Friends," calling the gathering "epic." The singer said the four men agreed on at least one point: "Socialism and communism have no place to have a foothold in our government." It's not entirely clear why Trump assembled that particular group for dinner. However, Rock said he and Maher recently joined Trump for a separate meal that also included UFC president Dana White. Apparently, Smith served as the sports representative this time. BILL MAHER REVEALS HE'S HAVING DINNER WITH TRUMP AGAIN, SAYS HE WAS 'REALLY NICE' BY TEXT To the group's credit, there was at least some political diversity at the table. Kid Rock is an avid Trump supporter. Maher is a liberal who has become increasingly critical of both parties and the progressive left. Smith is, well, politically inconsistent. We suspect Smith played the role of proud moderate Thursday night, as he often does when appearing on conservative radio and television. That version of Smith can sound quite different from the one who appears on SiriusXM and his YouTube channel, where he is far more sensitive to the concerns of liberals and what he frequently calls the Black community. Smith says he will address the dinner Friday night on his podcast. Our prediction: He will downplay the chummy nature of the gathering, stress that attending dinner with Trump does not mean he supports him, and claim he pushed the president on racial issues. He will then offer a somewhat different account the next time a conservative interviews him. Maher, meanwhile, is probably the most likely member of the group to provide a straightforward account of what actually happened. We do not doubt the evening was as entertaining as Kid Rock suggests. Still, the dinner is notable for another reason. Trump remains one of the few major politicians in 2026 who regularly sits down with people who openly disagree with him. Few political commentators have been more consistently critical of Trump than Maher, including after the two first had dinner together last year. In any event, a dinner with Trump, Kid Rock, Maher, and Smith could be good fodder for Saturday Night Live this weekend. So long as they don't mention anything about women at the gym, of course Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286fb75342cf4db912f30 Brittany Mahomes stuns fans with her gym picture, Fitzy obliterates Bo Nix & is college football going to die? te 2026-10-16T20:20:11.556Z Brittany Mahomes stuns fans with her gym picture, Fitzy obliterates Bo Nix & is college football going to die? Happy Friday — have we all cleansed ourselves of that Thursday Night Football game last night? Goodness gracious. I thought I was immune to bad quarterback play given I've been a Dolphins fan for 25 years, but even I was disgusted by what I saw. Sure, l may be a little biased because I had RJ Harvey at OVER 3.5 receptions and Bo Nix couldn't get him the ball in the second half if his life depended on it, but still ... It was bad. It was gross. Wait till you see what Ryan Fitzpatrick had to say about it. Lordy. Before that, though ... welcome to a Friday Nightcaps — the one where Brittany Mahomes hits the gym and shows America she still very much has the fastball. What else? I've got college football continuing down its dangerous path with a 24-team playoff, the aforementioned Fitzpatrick takedown, and I don't do much soccer, but you HAVE to see this penalty kick from earlier in the week. I have no idea who this cat is, where this game was played, or who these teams are ... but I'm all in. I can't stop watching. It's mesmerizing. You'll see. OK, grab you a Sears Christmas catalog and start circling things to celebrate National Department Store Day, and settle in for a Friday 'Cap! Man, do I miss department stores. They were the best. Sure, some still kinda-sorta exist — I still have a Dillard's in my town, somehow — but it's not the same. And today's youth will never, ever know the feeling. What a pleasure. Sears, Macy's, JCPenney, Dillard's — all absolute staples in a shopping mall back in the '80s and '90s. They'd be in the four separate corners of the mall, and it was just a choose-your-own-adventure book every time you pulled into the parking lot. Which entrance do we wanna choose? Do we feel like going through the Macy's perfume section to get to the Auntie Anne's in the food court because it's a quicker route? Is it gonna be weird when we have to walk by the Victoria's Secret with our parents? What are the chances we can convince them to give us some quarters for the arcade? Wait, are those teriyaki chicken bites on a toothpick in the food court free?! Man, we had it all. It was perfect. And for those who want just a little taste, here's a throwback to what I still consider the greatest commercial of all time, even all these years later: Core memory unlocked. Chills, every time. That thing used to play 27 times an hour back in the day. It didn't matter the channel, you knew you were getting the Sears AC commercial at some point during Gilligan's Island. What a time to be alive. What a country. OK, let's jump back to 2026 (sadly) and get this class started with Brittany Mahomes hitting the gym and reminding America she's still very much in her prime: "Archives never expire," Mahomes captioned the above post. No idea what that means, but who am I to question it? I haven't been to a gym in a decade. Welcome back to class, Brittany! Been a while. Some folks tend to forget about Brittany Mahomes in Kansas City with Taylor Swift now a permanent resident, but I'd tread lightly with that one. She's still very much the First Lady of Arrowhead. Don't get it twisted. The Chiefs still haven't lost a game this season, and I don't expect that to change this weekend against the Chargers. Patrick's locked in, and so is Brittany Mahomes. Good luck, NFL. Now, speaking of the AFC West ... Let's go ahead and check in with Ryan Fitzpatrick after Denver's huge OT win last night. Surely morale is HIGH right now ... Right? "Bo Nix is not playing competitively. It’s almost disrespectful to the quarterback position how he’s playing football right now." My goodness. What an absolute butt-chewing from Ryan Fitzpatrick here. I've never seen an analyst just obliterate a player like that ... after a win! Some folks are jumping all over Fitzy today, by the way. I think that's ridiculous. He's 100000% right in everything he said. Everything. Bo Nix was atrocious last night. Denver was beyond anemic on offense. Nix finished with 107 yards on 17 completions, and barely — and I mean barely — threw the ball beyond the line of scrimmage. In fact, according to CBS researcher Doug Clawson, he currently ranks 701st out of 701 qualified quarterbacks over the last two decades (!!!) in average pass length (4.9 air yards per attempt). That's indescribably bad. It's unfathomable. I watched Tua Tagovailoa dink and dunk for years in Miami. Bo Nix last night made Tua look like Dan Marino! And everyone's jumping on Fitzpatrick for ... being mean? Give me a break. Grow up. OK, let's rapid-fire this Friday class into a big weekend of FOOTBALL! First up? For those who missed it, college football is closing in on a 24-team playoff starting next season. Twenty-four. I don't know about you, but it makes me sad: So, we're going to lose conference championship games, which is a huge bummer. They obviously still don't mean quite as much as they used to, but that first Saturday in December is always one of the best Saturdays of the year. It's gone now. That's obviously a con. As for the a pro? Well, we do get a ton of actual playoff games on campuses. That's a no-brainer. My biggest issue with the current format is the lack of on-campus games. It's silly. Most of these games should be on campus. It's what makes college football so great. Do I think this will kill college football like a lot of folks are forecasting today? No. Do I think "November games are going to be totally useless" like a lot of folks are forecasting today? No. There will still be important games in November. But ... The regular season as a whole will absolutely lose some juice. Can't really argue that. The college football regular season used to be the best regular season in all of sports because the margin for error was so thin. It's why Tim Tebow famously cried after losing to Ole Miss back in 2008. That's gone now. Losing 2, 3, or even 4 games in some cases won't kill you anymore. That's a bummer. A big one. I'm quite sure you all have opinions on this. Believe me, I see the OutKick newsletter email account. It's loaded today. So ... let me know what you think! Zach.Dean@OutKick.com. (Gulp). OK, that's it for today — and this week! Good work, everyone. On the way out, let's go from football to futbol and end our week with the greatest penalty kick you've ever seen. Have a big October weekend, everyone. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286fa75342cf4db912f27 Obama's star power gets a reality check from Black voters in crucial Senate race: 'It's a turn-off' te 2026-10-16T20:20:10.129Z Obama's star power gets a reality check from Black voters in crucial Senate race: 'It's a turn-off' DETROIT, MICHIGAN — Former President Barack Obama’s endorsement of Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is getting a mixed reception among Black voters in Detroit, with some undecided voters saying the former president's backing isn't enough to win them over. Fox News Digital spoke with more than a dozen Black voters in Detroit, most of whom said they plan to back El-Sayed in November, but several undecided voters said Obama's endorsement had not persuaded them to support the Democrat. The reactions come as Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers seeks to win over disaffected Democrats, including Black voters in Detroit, a key constituency for the party in Michigan. "Honestly, it's a turn off just because I've seen too many candidates use him just to manipulate the Democratic vote," Mercedes, one undecided Black voter, told Fox News Digital of Obama's endorsement. BLACK VOTERS RIP DEMS OVER TAKING THEM FOR GRANTED IN EL-SAYED'S BACKYARD: ‘HUSH US UP’ "No, not at all," Anthony, another undecided Black voter, told Fox News Digital when asked if Obama’s endorsement had swayed him toward El-Sayed. "What he's been able to do is from an image standpoint, as far as ‘hope,’ he drove the point there. But as far as really giving back to the community, minority owned businesses, and everyone across the board, I don't really think he really got there for me … he really hasn't swayed me one way or another." Obama and El-Sayed are preparing to campaign together in Michigan despite the Democratic Senate nominee's history of sharply criticizing the former president, a political reversal that also drew mixed reactions from Black Detroit voters interviewed by Fox News Digital. Juanita, another Black voter who has yet to commit to El-Sayed, told Fox News Digital that, "I don't want to be pushed to vote for him because somebody else is backing him." Rita, a Black voter who said she had recently been homeless, told Fox News Digital that she would prefer to do her own research rather than relying on Obama’s endorsement. MICHIGAN SENATE CANDIDATE ABDUL EL-SAYED SAYS LEADERS MUST ADDRESS ‘UNPAID DEBTS’ TO BLACK COMMUNITIES Even some voters who support El-Sayed stated that Obama’s endorsement didn’t do much for them. "I think that a lot of people put more stock into who the person is than what he does … his yay or nay doesn't sway me either way," one such voter told Fox News Digital. Detroit’s African American residents were not uniform in dismissing Obama’s endorsement, however. Roughly half of those who spoke with Fox News Digital said the former president’s backing improved their opinion of El-Sayed, though none of those voters claimed that they were undecided before the endorsement. "For sure, I’m an Obama stan," Jamel, a Black voter planning to support El-Sayed, told Fox News Digital when asked whether Obama’s endorsement made him more likely to back the Democrat. "Somebody who is endorsed by Obama, I would want to vote for them, because I stand behind the things he endorsed at the time, and I think that Obama’s endorsement means a lot to our community," Kenya, another Black voter, told Fox News Digital. Detroit's Black voters were also divided over El-Sayed’s past criticism of Obama, particularly now that the two are preparing to campaign together. ‘DESTROYING THE AMERICAN WAY OF LIFE’: EL-SAYED’S POLITICAL ORBIT COMPLICATES EFFORT TO MODERATE HIS IMAGE In a 2012 opinion column, El-Sayed accused then-President Obama of perpetuating war, violating civil liberties and deporting more people than any previous president. He described Obama’s reelection as "no victory," writing, "it was the rock we chose over the hard place." El-Sayed has since walked back those criticisms, praising Obama’s handling of the circumstances he inherited and noting that it is possible to disagree with someone while still admiring them. "Yeah, I don't understand how you can endorse somebody that was kind of the opposition when you were in office," Juanita told Fox News Digital. "I mean, that doesn't make sense." "I think I see it as a flip flop, but I also see it as an opportunity to pretty much highlight those things and how he's actually changed and why their objectives may align now," Anthony said. "You know, people's objectives change, their perspectives change." Nia, an African American voter who said she intends to support El-Sayed, said that pivots like El-Sayed’s are common in politics, pointing to Vice President JD Vance’s past criticism of President Donald Trump as an example. Despite mixed reactions to Obama's endorsement and El-Sayed's past criticism, several Black voters interviewed by Fox News Digital acknowledged the former president's continuing influence within the Democratic Party. HARRIS JOINS FORCES WITH RADICAL SENATE NOMINEE IN KEY SWING STATE AS 2028 WHISPERS SWIRL "He is. I mean, you can't deny that he has a gigantic following and a lot of people will follow him and will listen to what he has to say," Vincent, a Black voter who voted early for El-Sayed, told Fox News Digital. "But we're coming into a point in time now where we want to see results on both sides. We're not seeing results from either party, so we have to see results. So he may still have a big sway in the party now, but I think party politics is coming to an end kind of quick." While Fox News Digital's interviews were limited in number, they echo concerns about El-Sayed's support among Black voters that have surfaced in other reporting and polling. Pre-primary polling showed stronger support for Rep. Haley Stevens among Black Democratic voters, and questions have persisted about whether El-Sayed can consolidate that support heading into November. A recent focus group of Black voters held by MS NOW, for instance, found reluctance among Black Michigan voters to cast their lot with El-Sayed. A Fox News poll conducted in late September found that just 77% of African American voters were supportive of El-Sayed, significantly below the usual Democratic benchmark for the demographic. "I think he’s taking advantage [of] we as Black people are Democratic, and he think we gonna vote for him anyway," one middle-aged Black woman told the MS NOW panel. "And I’m like, ‘No sir, I’m gonna put uncommitted down on that little circle and move on.’ If you’re going to Congress to represent me, I need you to talk about what’s going on in this community." While the GOP sees an opportunity here, the party has long attempted to court minority support, with mixed results. Kandia Milton, a government affairs professional with deep ties to Detroit's African American community, pushed back against the narrative that El-Sayed would struggle with Black voters in November. MICHIGAN DEMOCRAT HALEY STEVENS BACKS EL-SAYED AFTER NARROW PRIMARY DEFEAT, CALLS SOCIALISM ‘DANGEROUS’ "The great thing about Abdul is that he's not new to Detroiters. … And so Detroiters, once they understand his background, understand what he stands for and all the things that he's done in the past, you see greater enthusiasm for his campaign and his candidacy for Senate," Milton said of El-Sayed. "He has been very active in getting out into the community. In fact, tomorrow we have a public meeting with Abdul at our church. Where he will be speaking to the community around, you know, the issues that he stands on and stands firm on." Milton characterized Obama's endorsement of El-Sayed as a "great shot in the arm" for his campaign, citing the former president's "credibility in our community" and arguing that the endorsement "puts to rest this notion that there's some tension between him and former President Obama." Milton wasn't surprised, however, that some Black voters said Obama's endorsement alone wasn't enough to win their support. "I think so often we take for granted the fact that many of the voters are informed voters, all of them are informed voters, and so it's not just the fact that Obama supported him, thus I'm going to vote for Abdul. A lot of folks are doing their own research," Milton told Fox News Digital. "They're very curious about Abdul. They see a lot of him on social media, in the media, national media as well. And so it has raised eyebrows and a lot of curiosity around who this guy is." Obama’s endorsement comes as both sides are trying to eke out every possible advantage they can in what is likely to be a very tight race. Fox News’ most recent Power Rankings has Michigan’s Senate race categorized as a "toss-up," meaning that neither party has an edge. A representative for Obama and the El-Sayed campaign did not respond to requests for comment when reached by Fox News Digital on Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286f875342cf4db912f1e James McAvoy says ‘Band of Brothers’ co-star recruited fellow actors to bully him on set te 2026-10-16T20:20:08.737Z James McAvoy says ‘Band of Brothers’ co-star recruited fellow actors to bully him on set James McAvoy is getting candid about what it was like filming "Band of Brothers," and why it wasn't his best experience on a set. During a recent appearance on "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen," the actor was asked to rate his experience working on different projects, and when shown a picture of the show's cast, he said he was bullied during filming. "On my first day on set, there was a ton of actors," he began. "It was one of those scenes with everybody in it, and we’re all at a bar, and I had a scene. And all these guys were in it for nine months, 10 months, and they get one line in one episode, and one line 10 episodes later. They were all pissed. I come in for one episode, and I’ve got an arc and scenes. I’ve got tons of lines." When the photo, which featured many of his co-stars from the show, flashed on the screen, McAvoy got up to get a closer look, confirming that a specific actor was in the photo. DEBI MAZAR SAYS 'ENTOURAGE' SET 'GOT TOXIC' AFTER SHE RETURNED FROM HAVING HER SECOND DAUGHTER "So, one of the guys in that picture decided to bully me — on my first day as a professional actor out of acting school," he said. "He got him and his buddies to just stand pointing at me and laugh at me for like three minutes." While he didn't name names, the photo featured Donnie Wahlberg, Kirk Acevedo, Scott Grimes, Neal McDonough, Adam James, Frank John Hughes, Phillip Barantini and Ross McCall. The "X-Men: First Class" star added that not everyone on set participated in the bullying, saying Dexter Fletcher and Robin Laing "took me aside, and they were like, ‘Come hang with us, man.'"  GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE He went on to say that he would give the overall experience on the show a nine out of 10, but noted "that day felt like a two." "Band of Brothers" is a 10-part miniseries which aired on HBO in 2001, and told the story of Easy Company, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army. The show's storylines were based on interviews with real-life survivors of Easy Company, in addition to letters and journals of real soldiers. Following his one episode on the show, McAvoy shot to stardom with roles in "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," "Wanted," "Atonement" and in the "X-Men" franchise. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS When speaking about how he got the role in "X-Men," McAvoy admitted to the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast in September 2024 that when he was first approached about starring in the project, he and his wife had taken some time off after the birth of their first child. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE While he said they "weren't penniless" and weren't in debt, he admitted they "had pretty much nothing in the bank" and he needed to get back to work. His main priority was staying close to home to still be there for his son, which, combined with the script, was a big upside when he heard about "X-Men: First Class." "There's only like 60 pages of it at this point and I feel like it's good Jane Goldman did a great job," he said of the script. "It's good, but it's incomplete, don't really know where it's going, but I was like this is a three picture deal, they're paying well, it's 40 minutes from my front door, I'm a fan of the original material, I get to be young Charles Xavier, and I was like this is a no-brainer. So my agent phoned me, and she was like, 'What do you think?' and I was like, 'It's a work of genius, we're doing it.'" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad286f575342cf4db912f0b After Roller Coaster Death, Critics Call for Federal Oversight te 2026-10-16T20:20:05.589Z After Roller Coaster Death, Critics Call for Federal Oversight Regulation of amusement parks is left to the states, and deaths are rare. But some say stronger rules are needed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad284ac75342cf4db912ebd Broden Custer scores six touchdowns in highest-scoring game in city history te 2026-10-16T20:10:20.739Z Broden Custer scores six touchdowns in highest-scoring game in city history Flagstaff quarterback Broden Custer accounted for six touchdowns against Prescott in what became the highest-scoring high school football game in city history. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad284aa75342cf4db912eb4 NAU ROUNDUP: Women's basketball announces 2026-27 schedule te 2026-10-16T20:10:18.582Z NAU ROUNDUP: Women's basketball announces 2026-27 schedule A look at news and results from NAU, including women's basketball's complete 2026-27 schedule that includes trips to Arizona, Arizona State and USC. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad284a775342cf4db912ea9 Coconino National Forest conducting burns north of Flagstaff today te 2026-10-16T20:10:15.903Z Coconino National Forest conducting burns north of Flagstaff today Smoke and flames will be visible from Highway 180 and Forest Service Road 222 during and immediately after ignitions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2849e75342cf4db912e7a RFK Jr. Pledged to Advance Anti-Vaccine Group’s Goals. Here’s What He’s Doing. te 2026-10-16T20:10:06.437Z RFK Jr. Pledged to Advance Anti-Vaccine Group’s Goals. Here’s What He’s Doing. The health secretary is quietly taking steps that public health experts fear will reduce immunization rates further. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2825575342cf4db912e23 Trump back on the road as analysts see more congressional races shifting in Dems’ favor te 2026-10-16T20:00:21.823Z Trump back on the road as analysts see more congressional races shifting in Dems’ favor President Donald Trump waves to the crowd after speaking at the Mitchell Center at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama on Oct. 2, 2026. (Photo by Dan Anderson/Alabama Reflector) WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has a flurry of travel on deck in the final frantic weeks leading up to the end of the midterm elections, in which the GOP is vying to maintain its control of both the U.S. House and Senate. But that outlook looks increasingly less favorable for Republicans, as analysts say Democrats remain heavily favored to win back the majority in the House, and Senate races continue to shift in the Democratic Party’s favor.  Adding to the trend, the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, an elections forecaster, shifted 11 additional House races in the direction of Democrats on Friday — in congressional districts in Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Ohio and South Carolina. The political report also currently lists seven Senate toss-up races, including in Alaska, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Ohio and Texas.  Those shifts come as the president weathers dismal approval ratings amid the costly war in Iran and its impact on gas prices. As of Oct. 16, the national average price for a gallon of regular gas stood at $4.33, according to AAA. A year ago, that figure stood at about $3.06. Meanwhile, the most recent Federal Election Commission filings that were due Oct. 15 offer the financial snapshots for campaigns, including in the closely watched Senate race in Maine, where GOP Sen. Susan Collins is defending her seat against Democratic nominee Troy Jackson.  Jackson raised four times as much as Collins since July, though the Democratic nominee now has less cash left than Collins, Maine Morning Star reported.  Trump’s travel has ramped up since Oct. 1. As Election Day on Nov. 3 rapidly approaches, here’s a snapshot of Trump’s travel in the coming days:  Trump was slated to speak Friday afternoon at a rally in Dalton, Georgia. The area is friendly turf for the president after he won almost 72% of the vote in 2024 in the broader Whitfield County, in which Dalton is the county seat, the Georgia Recorder reported.    On Saturday, Trump is set to rally in Highland Heights, Kentucky, part of the Bluegrass State’s 4th Congressional District, where Republican Ed Gallrein faces Democrat Melissa Strange. The Cook Political Report lists that race as “solid Republican.”    Trump’s midterm travels pick back up Monday, when the president will hold a rally in Park City, Kansas, a suburb of Wichita. The ruby red state features an unexpectedly competitive Senate race, as GOP Sen. Roger Marshall vies for another term against Democrat Adam Hamilton. The Cook Political Report lists the Senate race in Kansas as a toss-up.    On Tuesday, Trump will rally in Greenville, North Carolina, where the Tar Heel State’s open Senate race is listed as “likely Democrat,” per the Cook Political Report. Michael Whatley, the GOP candidate, is up against Democratic former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper.   Trump will then go to Clemson, South Carolina, on Wednesday and rally for GOP Sen. Darline Graham, who was appointed in July to serve out the remainder of her late brother Lindsey Graham’s term. Graham is facing Democrat Annie Andrews in a race that the Cook Political Report lists as “likely Republican.”    The president will then make his way to Sioux City, Iowa, on Thursday, as the Hawkeye State holds several highly contested races, including an open Senate race between Republican Ashley Hinson and Democrat Josh Turek that the Cook Political Report has dubbed a toss-up.   Trump is also slated to return to Iowa on Nov. 1, just two days before Election Day, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reported.   After his Oct. 22 appearance in Iowa, Trump will then head to Fort Myers, Florida, for a rally on Friday, Oct. 23. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2825275342cf4db912de5 Who Could Replace Katie Zacharia? Laura Loomer Eyes White House Role te 2026-10-16T20:00:18.018Z Who Could Replace Katie Zacharia? Laura Loomer Eyes White House Role Katie Zacharia left the press secretary role after five days, prompting a new search for who will stand behind the famous podium. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2824575342cf4db912dc4 Guía electoral sobre fiscalía general de Arizona: posturas de Mayes y Petersen te 2026-10-16T20:00:05.913Z Guía electoral sobre fiscalía general de Arizona: posturas de Mayes y Petersen La fiscal general demócrata en funciones, Kris Mayes, se enfrenta al candidato republicano Warren Petersen en una contienda que ha recibido el respaldo del presidente Donald Trump y que también ha llamado la atención de propietarios de viviendas y empresas inmobiliarias locales. Los esfuerzos de Mayes, como principal funcionaria encargada de hacer cumplir la ley en Arizona, incluyen cuestionar a propietarios de casas móviles y a industrias que contaminan el medio ambiente, así como sumarse a numerosas demandas a nivel nacional contra la administración de Trump. Su contrincante en las elecciones generales de noviembre ofrece un enfoque marcadamente diferente. Petersen actualmente se desempeña como presidente del Senado del estado de Arizona y promete trabajar con la administración de Trump y emprender una campaña contra lo que, según él, es el enfoque políticamente progresista de Mayes en el gobierno. Entre sus esfuerzos como legislador se encuentran proyectos de ley que limitaron las pensiones públicas para políticos que gastan en exceso fondos públicos mientras están en el cargo y que exigieron a las autoridades locales considerar los derechos de propiedad personal en medio de cambios en las normas de zonificación. Los votantes deben elegir a uno de los dos candidatos para ocupar el cargo de fiscal general de Arizona. Para ayudar a los votantes a comprender las perspectivas de cada candidato sobre ciertos temas locales, Arizona Luminaria ofrece una guía con información clave y comparte sus respuestas a las preguntas que la redacción les hizo antes de las elecciones. Qué está en juego La fiscalía general es la principal autoridad legal y de aplicación de la ley del estado y supervisa lo que en la práctica es el despacho de abogados más grande de Arizona. Los abogados de la oficina presentan y defienden demandas en nombre del estado y preparan opiniones formales solicitadas por legisladores y fiscales del condado sobre asuntos legales. Durante su gestión como fiscal general, Mayes ha procesado casos de fraude contra consumidores y ha intervenido en casos relacionados con las tarifas de los servicios públicos para expresar su preocupación sobre si los clientes estaban pagando aumentos de costos relacionados con los centros de datos. Su predecesor, el republicano Mark Brnovich, también promovió demandas de protección al consumidor y utilizó algunos de los recursos de su oficina para investigar las acusaciones de fraude electoral de la administración de Trump. Esas acusaciones no fueron comprobadas. En 2020, la Corte Suprema de Estados Unidos rechazó una demanda respaldada por Trump para anular la victoria electoral de Joe Biden. Además, la fiscal general es la principal funcionaria estatal que puede investigar y procesar casos de fraude electoral a través de la Unidad de Integridad Electoral de la oficina. Todas las apelaciones de condenas por delitos graves en el estado también son atendidas por la oficina de la fiscal general. ¿Quiénes son los candidatos? Warren Petersen: Petersen fue elegido por primera vez como legislador estatal en 2012 y ha trabajado durante muchos años como agente y corredor de bienes raíces. En su función como presidente del Senado estatal, Petersen administra a unas 200 personas, dijo durante el debate del 23 de septiembre coordinado por la Comisión de Elecciones Limpias de los Ciudadanos y la Asociación de Medios de Arizona. Petersen actualmente representa al Distrito 14, que abarca la mayor parte de Gilbert y partes de Queen Creek, en el condado de Maricopa. “Me postulo para mantener a Arizona seguro, libre y próspero. No quiero permitir que Arizona se convierta en California”, dijo Petersen durante el debate. “Lo que voy a hacer es combatir el crimen, defender las leyes de la Constitución y acabar con el fraude, el despilfarro y la corrupción. Voy a restaurar el orden y el profesionalismo en la fiscalía general”. En 2026, la administración de Trump lo citó mediante una orden judicial en su función como presidente del Senado como parte de su controvertido esfuerzo para investigar las elecciones de 2020. Petersen dijo en redes sociales en marzo que cumplió con una citación de un gran jurado federal. Petersen ha recibido el respaldo de Trump, del representante federal Andy Biggs, de la Asociación de Policía de Arizona, de un grupo de acción política de pequeñas empresas y de un comité de acción política financiado por la empresa de prisiones privadas GEO Group. El comité de campaña, Friends of Warren Petersen, ha recaudado 1.8 millones de dólares hasta octubre, según el sitio web de datos de financiamiento de campañas de la Secretaría de Estado de Arizona. En julio, Arizona Mirror, citando registros de financiamiento de campañas, informó sobre 600,000 dólares en donaciones de un operador de parques de casas móviles, al que Mayes demandó, a través de Restore Order Arizona, un comité de acción política que apoya a Petersen. En la demanda contra BoaVida Group, una empresa de administración de casas prefabricadas con sede en California, la fiscalía general afirma que la empresa no informó a los residentes de Redwood Mobile Home Park, en Tucson, que el sistema eléctrico del parque era “extremadamente peligroso, poco confiable y estaba sobrecargado”, después de los continuos cortes de electricidad ocurridos el verano pasado durante una ola de calor mortal. BoaVida ha respondido a esas acusaciones en documentos legales, entre ellos, que fue demandada falsamente por violar la Ley de Fraude al Consumidor de Arizona. “La infraestructura eléctrica del parque es antigua y podría considerarse que no cumple con las normas actuales, pero teniendo en cuenta que el parque fue construido en 1962 utilizando como referencia de diseño el Código Eléctrico Nacional de 1959, no hay nada que pueda considerarse como una mala construcción o un incumplimiento de las normas vigentes en ese momento”, señaló un aviso de marzo de 2026 del equipo legal de la empresa. Kris Mayes: Mayes fue elegida como fiscal general de Arizona en 2022. En ese momento, derrotó a su contrincante republicano Abe Hamadeh en una elección particularmente cerrada. Mayes es la segunda mujer y la primera madre en ocupar el cargo de fiscal general del estado, según el sitio web de su campaña. Antes de convertirse en fiscal general, Mayes fue funcionaria electa republicana en la Comisión de Corporaciones de Arizona, profesora en la Escuela de Sostenibilidad Global de ASU y periodista. “Prometí que sería una abogada para todas las personas de Arizona. Sin importar quién seas, sin importar dónde vivas, ya sea en la zona rural de Arizona o en la zona urbana de Arizona, sin importar cómo rindas culto, sin importar cuál sea tu partido político, y hemos cumplido con eso”, dijo Mayes en su declaración inicial durante el debate. El grupo de campaña de Mayes, Kris Mayes for Arizona, ha recaudado 4.6 millones de dólares hasta octubre, según el sitio web de datos de financiamiento de campañas de la Secretaría de Estado de Arizona. Entre sus respaldos se encuentran 15 grupos laborales, incluidos AFL-CIO y Ironworkers Local 75; grupos de derechos reproductivos como Emily’s List; y grupos ambientalistas como Sierra Club. Recibió críticas de la gobernadora demócrata Katie Hobbs a principios de 2026, cuando Mayes cuestionó la actuación local de agentes federales de ICE. Mayes expresó su preocupación de que la ley de Arizona de “Stand Your Ground” pudiera provocar enfrentamientos con agentes federales del orden que operan vestidos de civil. “Es como una receta para el desastre”, dijo Mayes a 12News en enero. “Tenemos en otros estados personas sin uniforme y con el rostro cubierto que no pueden ser identificadas como agentes de policía. Eso es un problema. Por eso es tan importante tener uniformes y estar identificados, especialmente en un estado como Arizona”. Hobbs dijo que los “comentarios fueron inapropiados y que debería retractarse de ellos”. Legisladores republicanos también pidieron su renuncia por esos comentarios. Sus posturas Para ayudar a los votantes a diferenciar entre los candidatos, Arizona Luminaria les hizo preguntas clave a cada uno. La candidata demócrata Kris Mayes respondió a las preguntas por correo electrónico. La campaña del candidato republicano Warren Petersen respondió a las preguntas de Luminaria durante nuestra cobertura de las elecciones primarias. No respondió a varios correos electrónicos en los que se le solicitó hacer comentarios para esta nota sobre las elecciones generales. Las respuestas de Mayes provienen de las respuestas enviadas por correo electrónico por su campaña. Para ofrecer a los votantes una mayor perspectiva sobre las posturas de Petersen como candidato, Arizona Luminaria incluyó información de sus respuestas durante el debate y sus respuestas anteriores a las preguntas de la redacción durante las elecciones primarias. Las respuestas de los candidatos fueron editadas ligeramente para mayor brevedad y claridad. Las casas prefabricadas son algunas de las viviendas más asequibles disponibles en Arizona, pero sus residentes tienen pocas protecciones contra los cobros excesivos de servicios públicos y los frecuentes cortes de electricidad durante el calor extremo del verano. ¿Cómo abordaría las necesidades de esta comunidad en su función como fiscal general? Kris Mayes: “Los habitantes de Arizona están siendo dejados en situaciones peligrosas durante el verano, particularmente los inquilinos de casas móviles. Demandé a los propietarios de Redwood Mobile Home Park en Tucson por poner en peligro a los residentes debido a un servicio eléctrico peligroso y poco confiable que los dejó repetidamente sin aire acondicionado durante el calor extremo. “Además de la seguridad durante el calor extremo, los cobros excesivos de servicios públicos son un problema importante entre los inquilinos de casas móviles. Los propietarios a menudo submiden los servicios públicos y han sido descubiertos abusando de los sistemas de submedición y cobrando de más a sus residentes. Mi oficina intervino. Pudimos devolver dinero a los residentes a quienes se les había cobrado de más. Y este año, impulsamos cambios a la Ley de Propietarios e Inquilinos de Parques de Casas Móviles que facilitarían detener los abusos en las tarifas de servicios públicos y proteger a los habitantes de Arizona. “Los propietarios de casas móviles respaldados por capital privado y con sede en California esperan tener un fiscal general que no se enfrente a ellos”. Warren Petersen: Durante el debate de Elecciones Limpias, en respuesta a los comentarios de Mayes sobre las contribuciones de BoaVida a un comité de acción política de Petersen, Petersen dijo: “Esto es preocupante: una mentira de Kris Mayes, alguien que debería entender la ley de financiamiento de campañas, está aquí diciendo que acepté dinero que no acepté. Fue destinado a un gasto independiente sobre el cual no tengo ningún control”. (Nota de la redacción: Los comités de acción política, o PAC, son organizaciones que no pueden coordinarse con los candidatos a los que apoyan. Un candidato podría devolver dinero recibido de un PAC, pero no trabaja directamente con el comité, según funcionarios de la Comisión de Elecciones Limpias de los Ciudadanos de Arizona.) Sobre la protección al consumidor, la campaña de Petersen dijo a Arizona Luminaria en su respuesta a las preguntas de Luminaria durante las elecciones primarias: “La protección al consumidor es una herramienta poderosa y tengo la intención de utilizarla para proteger realmente a los consumidores y no para promover una agenda política. Ya he sentado las bases para esto. Algunas de las cosas a las que me enfocaré son el engaño impulsado por la inteligencia artificial, las llamadas automáticas, las estafas románticas y los esquemas abusivos”. Se espera que las próximas elecciones sean tensas, con el presidente Donald Trump trabajando para limitar el acceso al voto por correo y difundiendo afirmaciones infundadas de fraude electoral. Como fiscal general, ¿cómo garantizará que las comunidades mantengan la confianza en el sistema electoral? Mayes: “Nuestras elecciones en Arizona son seguras y confiables y, como la persona encargada de hacer cumplir nuestras leyes electorales, siempre protegeré su derecho al voto. Trabajo diariamente para garantizar que los datos de los votantes de Arizona permanezcan seguros y privados. Estamos defendiendo los padrones electorales de Arizona de intentos de robar los datos personales de los habitantes de Arizona. Y demandamos y ganamos, protegiendo el voto por correo ante la Corte Suprema de Estados Unidos para casi el 90% de los habitantes de Arizona que emiten su voto por correo. He procesado tanto a republicanos como a demócratas por fraude electoral porque nuestra democracia es más importante que cualquier partido político”. Petersen: Durante el debate, cuando le preguntaron si investigaría la integridad de las elecciones de 2020 si el presidente Trump lo llamara personalmente, dijo: “Biden ganó, de acuerdo. Pero en realidad me alegra que hayan planteado este tema, porque mi oponente piensa que todo está bien y sí necesitamos mejorar. Arizona tuvo uno de los resultados electorales más lentos en 2024. De hecho, fuimos los últimos del país en entregar los votos electorales. Trabajé en legislación, trabajé con demócratas y republicanos, para acelerar esos votos. Algunos de esos proyectos de ley fueron promulgados y algunos fueron vetados y ahora tenemos resultados electorales más rápidos. Nuestros votantes merecen sentir que sus elecciones son seguras y confiables y es nuestro trabajo asegurarnos de que se sientan así”. La fiscal general Kris Mayes ha pedido una moratoria sobre nuevos centros de datos debido a la preocupación por el uso de agua y electricidad en Arizona. ¿Cómo abordaría este tema en su función como fiscal general durante su próximo periodo? Mayes: “Cada vez más comunidades de Arizona se están comunicando con mi oficina sobre los proyectos de centros de datos que están surgiendo a su alrededor. Mi oficina ha anunciado una reunión comunitaria en Ahwatukee relacionada con un proyecto propuesto allí. Anteriormente intervenimos para detener el aumento de tarifas oculto y redactado en el acuerdo del centro de datos Project Blue. Si se están enterando de algún centro de datos que les preocupa en su comunidad, por favor informen a mi oficina. También estamos analizando si la legislación sobre molestias podría ser una vía posible para intervenir si existe una respuesta contundente de los residentes de que los proyectos están destruyendo la forma de vida de su comunidad”. Petersen: “Kris Mayes quisiera eliminar los centros de datos”, dijo durante el debate. “Si les gusta su tecnología, su teléfono y su computadora y las cosas que pueden hacer con ellos, probablemente piensen que los centros de datos son importantes. Hay preocupaciones muy válidas sobre los centros de datos. Hay tres grandes problemas con los centros de datos. Primero que nada, la ubicación. La comunidad, nuevamente, debería decidir la ubicación. Tal vez sea una zona de industria pesada o algún lugar donde la comunidad diga que estamos de acuerdo con esto. Esa debería ser una decisión de la comunidad y deberían asegurarse de estar de acuerdo con ella. La electricidad es una preocupación. Y también existe una preocupación por el agua. Los centros de datos, nuevamente, deben ser responsables de su agua, ya sea que eso signifique reciclarla o asegurarse de que hayan conseguido sus propios suministros de agua. Así es como se aborda la situación de los centros de datos”. 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The 2026 Sun Devils are 3-2 after five games, with little wiggle room to reach the heights they climbed in 2024. Once again, ASU needs a strong finish to achieve its goals, and the Sun Devils are about to face the most important and difficult stretch of the year. The Sun Devils (1-1 Big 12) will face unbeaten, No. 10 Texas Tech (5-0, 2-0) on Saturday in Lubbock. The following two weeks, they host Kansas State in what could be a trap game, and then travel to face unbeaten, No. 8 BYU (5-0, 2-0) in Provo, Utah. “There’s going to be highs and lows,” ASU coach Kenny Dillingham said Saturday following  ASU’s last nonconference game of the season, a 30-12 win over Hawaii. “Sorry, that’s part of it. I wish it could never happen, but it’s going to happen. The goal is to get better every single day.” It has not been the easiest opening to 2026 for the Sun Devils. After a blowout win against FCS opponent Morgan State, ASU suffered a fourth-quarter collapse in a 48-20 loss at Texas A&M to drop to 1-1. A win in London against Kansas put the Sun Devils back on track, but a 55-19 blowout defeat to Baylor dropped ASU to one of its lowest points since joining the Big 12. Last weekend’s win against Hawaii wasn’t perfect, but served to inject some confidence back into ASU ahead of Saturday’s Big 12 matchup with Tech at Galaxy Stadium. “We responded well this week,” linebacker Martell Hughes said after the victory over Hawaii. “We got together, just focused on some little things at practice during the week. It’s just ultimately going out there and playing with passion. That was the biggest thing that was missing last week.” ASU now faces seven consecutive weeks of conference play, a bigger challenge than the Sun Devils faced when they won the conference title two seasons ago. In 2024, three Big 12 teams finished the season ranked, the highest of which was No. 7 ASU. Last season, Texas Tech finished the regular season ranked No. 4, earning a bye to the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff. In 2026, five Big 12 teams are currently ranked, with BYU the highest. Ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the reigning conference champions, Dillingham was asked about his mindset going into Big 12 play in a conference that has improved since 2024, when the Sun Devils won the title.  “You can’t worry about the noise,” Dillingham said. “You can’t worry about, ‘We should have done this. We should have done that. What are they going to do here?’ You just have to get better. If you keep getting better, who knows where you’ll be?” As ASU prepares to play in Lubbock, the team knows winning there will be no easy task. The undefeated Red Raiders’ only regular season loss since the 2025 season began was their loss to ASU last season. Texas Tech currently sits ninth in strength of record in 2026. “This place is going to be rocking here on Saturday,” Dillingham said. “They’re 5-0. They’re one of the best teams in the country, (a) top-10 team. Everything is positive there, so it’s a great challenge for our guys.” Despite Texas Tech’s resume, ASU had the upper hand the last time the teams met, beating the Red Raiders 26-22 at Mountain America Stadium in October 2025.  The teams share a unique connection going into Saturday’s game. Since ASU joined the Big 12, Texas Tech is the only out-of-state opponent the Sun Devils have faced in all three seasons, a stat true of the Red Raiders as well.  Dillingham downplayed any impact that last year’s win over the Red Raiders might have on Saturday’s game. “Last year’s team upset them,” Dillingham emphasized. Even if he ignores last season’s result, however, Dillingham knows his players will pay attention to outside factors and noise surrounding both programs. “They’re going to be motivated by outside factors,” Dillingham said. “That’s nothing that we can control, and that’s real. That’s natural. We should be motivated by outside factors, but we have to be motivated to play our best football game.” Coach Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils had to wait out some anxious moments when officials determined there was still one second remaining on the clock even though fans had already stormed the field after ASU’s 28-23 victory over BYU at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Nov. 23, 2024. One Hail Mary later, ASU had secured a victory – a feat the Sun Devils hope to repeat when the two teams meet again in Provo, Utah on Oct. 31. (File photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News) The road does not get easier once ASU returns from Texas. While the matchup against Kansas State may not be ASU’s most important or difficult game against a team nicknamed the Wildcats – the Territorial Cup game against Arizona in Tucson closes out the regular season – the Kansas State matchup comes between two games against top-10 teams, and BYU the following week presents arguably the hardest challenge the Sun Devils will face this season. Currently tied atop the Big 12, the Cougars’ only losses since the start of 2025 came against eventual conference champions Texas Tech, finishing last season two spots out of the playoffs which stirred significant controversy. Ahead of the most important stretch of ASU’s schedule, Dillingham is confident in his team. “We have a football team that is capable,” Dillingham said. “That is the most exciting part. That’s why I come in here excited. I have to find the formula.”  As for that formula, Dillingham concocted a food analogy to identify it. “Maybe some Tabasco sauce has to get thrown in there,” he said. “Sometimes Tabasco’s not the answer. If you’re eating eggs, it’s going to be Cholula. You have to figure out what it is that’s different. I have to figure out and be different to get these guys to have the right formula to go play to a maximum level because they want to.” With a season-defining stretch ahead for ASU, Dillingham has his mind fully focused on getting the best results possible. The Sun Devils coach said he has deleted all social media apps from his phone, and he ignores rankings and conversation about his team and his opponents. Before Saturday’s matchup, Dillingham was asked about being 15.5-point underdogs against Texas Tech. He said wasn’t aware of the line ahead of the game, and despite what oddsmakers and voters predict, he has his mind set on bringing a victory back to the Valley. “I expect to win every freaking game,” Dillingham said. “There has not been one game since I’ve been the head coach here that I have not taken the field expecting to win the football game, with a plan that I had the utmost belief in was the best to win the football game.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad278ef75342cf4db912be2 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Guardians vs Rays Game 4 te 2026-10-16T19:20:15.298Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Guardians vs Rays Game 4 One Championship Series in the MLB has come to an end with the Brewers sweeping the Dodgers. Today, we get the 4th game between the Rays and Guardians, and we are guaranteed at least five games in this series. 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Then the Rays answered in the top of the fourth inning, getting a two-run triple and putting themselves up 2-1. It was a short-lived lead as the Guardians got a two-run homer out of Petey Halpin.  October is full of unlikely heroes, and Halpin had only four homers in 83 games this season. This home run gave the team the lead, the win, and the upper hand in the best-of-seven series.  Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad278ed75342cf4db912bd9 Biden judge rejects Obama CIA chief's legal bid against Trump over one key problem te 2026-10-16T19:20:13.959Z Biden judge rejects Obama CIA chief's legal bid against Trump over one key problem A Biden-appointed judge dismissed former CIA Director John Brennan's lawsuit against President Donald Trump and senior administration officials, ruling that his concerns about the potential destruction of evidence needed for a future criminal defense were too "speculative." The dismissal comes as Brennan faces two federal investigations, including a Justice Department probe into whether former intelligence officials conspired to violate Trump's civil rights through investigations into alleged ties between his 2016 presidential campaign and Russia. A separate investigation is examining whether Brennan made false statements during 2023 congressional testimony about the Steele dossier's role in a 2017 intelligence assessment of Russian interference in the presidential election. Trump has repeatedly accused Brennan, President Barack Obama and other former intelligence officials of orchestrating the "Russia collusion hoax," but they have rejected those accusations, claiming that the administration is attempting to discredit legitimate intelligence findings about Russian interference in the 2016 election. While Judge Jia Cobb called Brennan’s allegations that the Trump administration was targeting him for opposing the president "deeply concerning," she ruled that he lacked standing to sue because he had not shown that officials were likely destroying records relevant to a potential defense, and the injury he feared depended on a series of events that had not yet occurred. FORMER CIA DIRECTOR BRENNAN SUBPOENAED TO TESTIFY IN FEDERAL TRUMP CONSPIRACY CASE "For Brennan’s constitutional injury to actually accrue, a series of dominoes must fall, and Defendants’ deletion of records is just one of those dominoes," Cobb wrote. "There is no dispute about this: Defendants describe this domino chain in their motion to dismiss...and Brennan accepts it in his response." Brennan has been identified as a target in two federal investigations that have involved three grand jury inquiries — two in the Southern District of Florida and one in Washington, D.C. — but he has not been charged with a crime. The former CIA director was subpoenaed to testify before a federal grand jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, on Oct. 15, though his scheduled appearance was postponed. Brennan filed his lawsuit naming Trump, FBI Director Kash Patel, Attorney General Todd Blanche, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and other officials on July 1, 2026. The 46-page lawsuit, accused the Justice Department of handling its investigation into Brennan with "unprecedented, irregular conduct" that was driven by the "president’s retribution agenda." DELETED EMAIL DETAILS ALLEGED TRUMP-TARGETING PUSH INSIDE LETITIA JAMES’ OFFICE: ‘FIND AND PURSUE CRIMES’ Brennan argued that key evidence could disappear before he had a chance to challenge any future indictment. He pointed to deleted social-media posts, the administration’s use of Signal and other messaging tools with auto-delete features, unpreserved texts and direct messages, AI queries, Microsoft Teams chats, and alleged failures to preserve discovery in other cases, including the prosecution of Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-N.J. He said the loss of those records could make it harder to determine whether the investigations were based on legitimate law enforcement concerns or political retaliation. "With this lawsuit, Director Brennan has served notice that the government’s conduct and its document preservation will be carefully scrutinized in the event of any future indictment. Director Brennan will continue to vigorously defend himself against these baseless investigations, and he will challenge any attempt to use the criminal justice system for personal and political retribution," Brennan’s lawyers, Ken Wainstein and Dan Gelber told the AP. The lawsuit also pointed to what it described as irregularities in the Justice Department’s handling of the investigation. It cited the removal of longtime DOJ prosecutor Maria Medetis Long, who was reportedly taken off the Brennan investigation in April 2026 after expressing doubts about the strength of the case, as evidence of what it described as irregular conduct. She was replaced by Trump ally Joseph diGenova, who later resigned from his role overseeing the investigation amid reported internal disagreements over the handling of the case. TRUMP SAYS HE WILL NOMINATE ACTING AG TODD BLANCHE TO PERMANENTLY LEAD JUSTICE DEPARTMENT Brennan’s attorneys accused the Justice Department of "judge-shopping" by trying to steer grand jury proceedings toward Trump-appointed Judge Aileen Cannon in Fort Pierce, Florida, rather than allowing the case to proceed through the court's normal assignment process. They also questioned why prosecutors were pursuing the investigation in Florida when much of the allegations occurred in Washington, D.C. The complaint also accused DOJ and FBI leaders of improperly discussing details of the investigations publicly, raising questions about whether officials disclosed information that should have remained confidential.It cited Attorney General Todd Blanche’s statements that DOJ had issued "200 grand jury subpoenas" and was investigating a "pattern of behavior" to "destroy" Trump, as well as FBI Director Kash Patel’s public discussion of the investigations and their targets. Fox News Digital reached out to the Justice Department for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad278ec75342cf4db912bd0 Philly gay sports bar canceled by its own for not being gay enough on eve of WNBA Finals te 2026-10-16T19:20:12.441Z Philly gay sports bar canceled by its own for not being gay enough on eve of WNBA Finals A Philly gay sports bar will close its doors this weekend after members of the LGBTQIA+ community accused it of a cocktail of egregious behavior, including transphobia, misogyny and a slew of microaggressions. With Game 1 of the WNBA Finals set for Saturday afternoon, instead of a celebration of everything queer, Marsha's South Street will hold its own funeral. After facing serious allegations of the bar not being gay enough, Black queer bar owner Chivonn Anderson tried to hold on for dear life, but ultimately she was left no choice but to call it quits during the Holy Grail for gay sports bars. "It is with heavy hearts that we have decided to close Marsha’s doors for good. We have loved serving this community, and still believe that more than ever this city needs more women/queer/BIPOC- owned businesses," Anderson wrote Thursday on the bar's Instagram page. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "For all of our beloved regulars and supporters- we will miss you! Please come by this weekend and say goodbye. We will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for one last hurrah before we shut down," she added. How is it possible for a Philly gay sports bar not to be gay enough? This all started back in April when Black trans manager and bartender Olivia Rhodes claimed that the place was a hellhole for gays to work. "Marsha’s may claim to be a queer safe space, but it is nothing like that," Rhodes said on Instagram. It was the ultimate insult. Word quickly got around. Fair or not, Marsha's was in trouble. Rhodes also claimed the bar's general manager, Rylan, said that nonbinary queers were "overly emotional, too sensitive" and that the place needed to hire more men because the bar could use "more testosterone." You get the point. The workers wanted this place to be way gayer. More trans. "Marsha's has a long history of misogyny, and racism that doesn't align with the queer identity it claims and represents," Rhodes charged. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Another former worker, who is a biracial, bisexual woman, claimed she was treated poorly, too. There were also allegations levied on Reddit by an employee who says the head chef misgendered workers. "Marsha's is actively and explicitly not a queer space, it's at BEST a space for cis white lesbians to come ogle the 3-4 minorities that come through on any given night and at worst it's just a straight sports bar half-heartedly marketed as vaguely lesbian adjacent," a Reddit user added. Anderson tried her best to weather the storm. She even bent the knee in a September Instagram post that was clearly a full-court shot to save her business as the WNBA playoffs were firing on all cylinders. "We have trained staff on biased language and microaggressions," the bar owner wrote. "We enforce a zero-tolerance policy against hate and bias. We have worked with, and will continue to work with, amazing restorative justice practitioners in our community that have held us accountable. We have done the work, and we want to keep growing." Too late. The gays already canceled you, Chivonn. Now you're hosting a funeral as Angel Reese tips off her first WNBA Finals. "It must be liquidated," the angry Reddit user wrote in April of the bar. Mission accomplished. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad278e975342cf4db912bbf ‘He’s a Dad.’ Parent Heard Shots and Rushed to Stop the Gunman. te 2026-10-16T19:20:09.548Z ‘He’s a Dad.’ Parent Heard Shots and Rushed to Stop the Gunman. The father of two girls at Silver Rail Elementary School, who confronted shooter, was grateful for the support of the community and has asked for privacy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad278e775342cf4db912ba4 Patrick Mahomes Could Join Tom Brady in NFL Record Books With Week 6 Win te 2026-10-16T19:20:07.904Z Patrick Mahomes Could Join Tom Brady in NFL Record Books With Week 6 Win Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes could join all-time great QB Tom Brady in NFL history with a win on Sunday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad278e675342cf4db912b9b Who Was Rhoam Summer? Oregon School Shooting Victims Identified te 2026-10-16T19:20:06.208Z Who Was Rhoam Summer? Oregon School Shooting Victims Identified A 5-year-old child has been identified as the youngest victim in Thursday's mass shooting at an elementary school in Oregon. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276c775342cf4db912b56 Scottsdale Superintendent Scott Menzel on the changing school landscape te 2026-10-16T19:11:03.949Z Scottsdale Superintendent Scott Menzel on the changing school landscape The Scottsdale Unified School District governing board voted 3-2 last week to close two schools because of declining enrollment.  Copper Ridge School K-8 and Laguna Elementary will be shuttered after... Subscribe Already a subscriber?  Login The post Scottsdale Superintendent Scott Menzel on the changing school landscape first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276c175342cf4db912b35 Hard Rock Bet Promo Code: Bet $5, Get $500 in No Sweat Bets for the MLB Playoffs, College Football Week 7 te 2026-10-16T19:10:57.653Z Hard Rock Bet Promo Code: Bet $5, Get $500 in No Sweat Bets for the MLB Playoffs, College Football Week 7 Shut the laptops, ignore work emails, and grab a drink because tonight is the start of the weekend, and that means we get college football action and MLB Playoffs to bet on. Hard Rock Bet is offering new users a chance to bet $5 and earn No Sweat Bets. If those bets lose, you’ll be given up to $500 in bonus bets.  Friday is the start of the College Football Weekend, and we have three different games taking place. The quarterback battle will be one of the most interesting parts of each game. The first one is between Memphis and Tulane.  Memphis should have a major advantage in this game in the air, with a lot more success. Here is how the two quarterbacks stack up in this game: In the second game, we see a Big Ten battle between Washington and Purdue. They both have seen some shaky quarterback play. Demond Williams Jr. and Ryan Browne have each thrown about the same number of times. Here is how they stack up:    Browne has slightly better numbers and fewer interceptions. Williams has done a bit more work on the ground, with 130 more rushing yards and one additional touchdown.  The third game on the schedule is between App State and Coastal Carolina. App State hasn’t gotten quite as much production out of their quarterback through the air, but he does have one fewer game played than Coastal Carolina.  Bailey has been solid through the air, and hasn’t turned the ball over much, especially considering how often they’ve asked him to throw. App State hasn’t been able to convert their passes into touchdowns, but they also have protected the ball well.  If football isn’t your thing, you can turn to MLB, with the Guardians and Rays taking the field for Game 4.  Hard Rock Bet is giving new users a chance to bet $5+ on their first wager. Regardless of if it wins or loses, you’ll receive a $50 bonus bet token each day for the next ten days, totaling $500 in bonus bets.  When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 7:30 ET Where: Yulman Stadium, New Orleans, Louisiana TV/Streaming: ESPN Odds subject to change When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 8:00 ET Where: Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, Indiana TV/Streaming: FOX Odds subject to change When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 8:00 ET Where: Brooks Stadium, Conway, South Carolina TV/Streaming: FOX Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276bd75342cf4db912b2c Major US grocery chains hit by cybersecurity incident te 2026-10-16T19:10:53.224Z Major US grocery chains hit by cybersecurity incident You pull out your phone to check your grocery store's digital coupons or place an order for dinner. Suddenly, the app won't open. The website is unavailable, and the groceries you were counting on for tonight may never arrive. For anyone who depends on online grocery shopping, that's a frustrating problem. That's the situation shoppers encountered this week at several major U.S. supermarket chains. A cybersecurity incident at grocery giant Ahold Delhaize forced the company to take some systems offline. The disruption affected Stop & Shop, Food Lion, Hannaford and the Giant supermarket chains. The company says its physical stores have remained open, although customers have experienced interruptions to online services. There's another reason this story deserves attention. The same company suffered a major data breach in 2024 that exposed personal information belonging to more than 2.2 million people. So, as investigators work to understand the latest incident, shoppers have a reasonable question: Could their personal information be at risk again? CHICK-FIL-A DATA BREACH EXPOSES CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS Join our upcoming CyberGuy LIVE class: 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money In this free live online class, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will share five practical ways to protect your trip and your wallet this holiday travel season. You’ll learn how to secure your phone and personal information, find better travel deals, avoid common scams, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Join us Saturday, October 31, at 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT. Register free now at CyberGuyLive.com. FRENCH SUPERMARKETS FACE MILLIONS IN LOSSES AFTER CYBERATTACK HITS REFRIGERATORS NATIONWIDE On Oct. 12, Ahold Delhaize confirmed a cybersecurity issue within its network. The Netherlands-based company owns some of America's best-known regional supermarket chains and operates more than 9,400 stores worldwide. The company took certain systems offline to protect its operations while security teams investigated the problem. In its official statement, Ahold Delhaize said: "Our teams are taking steps to assess and mitigate the issue. This includes taking some systems offline to help protect them." The company serves approximately 60 million customers each week across its international businesses. Consequently, a problem involving its technology can affect grocery shopping far beyond a single store. The cybersecurity incident has disrupted online services for five major U.S. supermarket chains: According to Grocery Dive, websites and mobile apps for all five chains were still unavailable on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 14. That marked at least the third consecutive day of online disruptions. Customers have encountered problems accessing online ordering and digital coupons. Some app-based loyalty features have also been unavailable. In its Oct. 13 update, Ahold Delhaize said it was beginning a controlled relaunch of certain systems. However, as of Oct. 14, the company had not announced a firm timetable for restoring all affected services. Yes. In its Oct. 13 statement, Ahold Delhaize confirmed that its supermarkets across Europe and the United States remained open and were serving customers. Notices from the affected U.S. chains also indicated that pharmacies were operating during their normal business hours. However, online shopping has experienced significant disruptions. Customers have faced interruptions to grocery pickup and delivery services. Meanwhile, shoppers who rely on digital coupons have encountered problems accessing their usual discounts. As of Oct. 14, Food Lion, Giant Food and The Giant Company also directed customers to third-party delivery services, including Instacart, DoorDash and Uber Eats, where available. For customers who depend on grocery delivery because of mobility challenges or limited transportation, these disruptions can create a serious inconvenience. If you placed an online grocery order that was never fulfilled, the affected supermarket chains said customers would receive refunds for those orders. However, it's worth checking your credit card or bank account to make sure the refund actually arrives. Keep your original order confirmation and any emails related to the purchase. If the refund doesn't appear within the retailer's stated processing period, contact customer service through a verified channel. If your grocery app remains unavailable, shopping inside a physical store may be your most dependable option. Still, consider calling ahead if you need a specific service or want to confirm that a prescription is ready. On Oct. 13, Ahold Delhaize issued a statement, updated Oct. 14, saying it was in the process of starting a controlled relaunch of certain systems. The company said it was working with external cybersecurity experts and appropriate authorities to investigate the incident. In a direct response to CyberGuy, an Ahold Delhaize USA spokesperson provided an update on efforts to restore affected services. "Please know our teams are working as quickly as possible to restore systems safely that we took offline as a precautionary measure, including our websites," the spokesperson told CyberGuy. The spokesperson also confirmed that stores remain open and apologized for the disruption to customers. However, Ahold Delhaize has not publicly identified who caused the problem or explained how its network was compromised. It has also not confirmed whether ransomware played a role. That leaves several important questions unanswered, including how the incident began and when all affected services will be restored. The company has not provided a firm timetable for full restoration. This may be the biggest concern for shoppers who have online grocery accounts. In its statement, Ahold Delhaize said investigators had found no evidence at that point that customer, employee or partner data was taken during the incident. That's encouraging for shoppers who have provided personal information to these supermarket chains. However, investigators were still examining the incident as of that update. The company's preliminary findings do not definitively rule out data theft. As of Oct. 14, Ahold Delhaize had not confirmed that personal information was stolen during this latest incident. That means shoppers should remain alert without assuming their personal information has been compromised. Unfortunately, this isn't the first major cybersecurity incident involving Ahold Delhaize. In November 2024, hackers gained unauthorized access to internal U.S. business systems operated by Ahold Delhaize USA Services. The attackers obtained files containing sensitive personal information. The company eventually disclosed that more than 2.2 million people were affected. According to a filing with the Maine Attorney General, the breach involved approximately 2.24 million individuals. In a June 2025 breach notification, the company explained that the stolen information varied by person. Exposed records could include: The vast majority of those affected were current or former employees, along with their dependents and beneficiaries. The company said it had no indication that customer payment or pharmacy systems were compromised during the 2024 attack. The ransomware group INC Ransom claimed responsibility for the earlier incident. However, Ahold Delhaize did not publicly confirm the group's involvement. There is currently no confirmed connection between that attack and the October 2026 cybersecurity incident. For many of us, grocery shopping now involves much more than walking into a store with a shopping list. We create accounts, save payment details and use loyalty programs to access discounts. Some families depend on online ordering every week. When a supermarket chain experiences a cybersecurity incident, those conveniences can suddenly disappear. For Ahold Delhaize, the challenge now extends beyond restoring its apps. The company also faces questions about the security of its systems after experiencing two major incidents in less than two years. Customers deserve to understand what happened once investigators have reliable answers. Even without confirmed customer data theft, a widely reported cybersecurity incident can give scammers opportunities to target shoppers. These seven precautions can help you protect your information and avoid additional headaches. Scammers may send emails or text messages claiming that you need to verify your payment information to receive a grocery refund. Those messages can seem especially convincing if you've recently had an order canceled. Avoid clicking unexpected refund links. Instead, review your original payment account or contact the retailer using a verified phone number. Never provide your banking password or pay a processing fee to receive a refund. If you placed an order around the time of the outage, check whether the store charged you for groceries you never received. Save your confirmation emails and keep any receipts. Then, review your account for a refund. If the money doesn't appear within the retailer's stated processing period, contact customer service or your payment provider. If you reuse your grocery account password on other websites, replace it with a unique one. A password manager can generate and store strong passwords without forcing you to remember each one. Also, enable two-factor authentication (2FA) if your grocery account supports it. That gives your account another layer of protection against unauthorized access. A real cybersecurity incident gives scammers an opportunity to send convincing fake breach notifications. You might receive a message claiming that your grocery account has been compromised and that you must immediately verify your identity. Before entering personal information, confirm the alert through the retailer's official communications. Although Ahold Delhaize reported no evidence of data theft in its Oct. 14 update, regularly checking your financial accounts remains a smart precaution. Enable transaction alerts through your bank or credit card provider. Pay attention to unfamiliar charges or unexpected account activity. If you normally use your grocery store's app to access digital coupons or loyalty rewards, check your receipt carefully. Some discounts may be unavailable while the retailer's online services are down. Before checking out, ask a store employee whether there's another way to receive an advertised discount. Keep your receipt if you believe you were overcharged so you can request an adjustment when customer service becomes available. If you clicked a suspicious grocery refund or security alert link, your next steps depend on what information you shared. If you entered your password, change it immediately through the retailer's official website once it's available. Update any other accounts using that password. If you provided credit card or banking information, contact your financial institution and ask about securing your account. You can also report suspected fraud to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov. If you downloaded a suspicious attachment, run a security scan using strong antivirus software on your device. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at CyberGuy.com. I find it troubling that a company responsible for feeding millions of American families is dealing with another major cybersecurity incident so soon after its last one. We depend on grocery stores for something as basic as putting dinner on the table. Increasingly, those stores also want us to use their apps to access the best prices and place orders. What concerns me is how quickly those everyday conveniences can disappear when something goes wrong with a retailer's technology. And after the 2024 breach exposed personal information belonging to more than 2.2 million people, I think Ahold Delhaize has some serious questions to answer. I'd like to know what caused this latest incident and whether the company addressed weaknesses identified after the previous attack. Those answers could go a long way toward restoring customer confidence. As of the company's October 14 update, investigators had found no evidence that customer, employee or partner data was taken in the latest incident. That's reassuring, although the investigation continues. In the meantime, you should remain cautious about unexpected refund messages or suspicious security alerts. If your grocery store suffered two major cybersecurity incidents in less than two years, would you still trust it with your personal information, or would you take your business somewhere else? Let us know by writing to us at CybergGy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276b975342cf4db912b23 Internet owes Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk big apology after second consecutive hat trick te 2026-10-16T19:10:49.776Z Internet owes Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk big apology after second consecutive hat trick When the Florida Panthers acquired forward Brady Tkachuk in a trade with the Ottawa Senators over the summer, hockey fans and pundits everywhere bemoaned the fact that an already established champion was slowly becoming a super team. And who could blame them? After all, the Cats were coming off of winning back-to-back Stanley Cups just 12 months earlier, and the only reason they missed the playoffs in 2026 was due in large part to a historic rash of injuries to some of their biggest stars. Adding Tkachuk seemed like a case of the rich getting richer, as Florida recovered to full strength while adding one of the best young players in the game to their roster. For the first couple weeks of the season, it looked like the addition of Matthew's younger brother was all smoke and mirrors, with Brady being held to zero points through the first five games of the year. Rival fans were quick to jump all over this fact, given that both the Panthers and the Tkachuk brothers were seen as polarizing villains throughout the NHL. The internet had a field day, but just as the fans started to take their victory laps, Brady got hot. Then he became nuclear. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE After breaking the points seal three games prior with an assist in a 5-3 loss in Buffalo, the younger Tkachuk brother notched back-to-back hat tricks in wins over Columbus on Tuesday and Vancouver on Thursday, becoming the first to do so since fellow American Auston Matthews in 2024. His three goals against the Canucks proved to be the difference, too, as the Cats needed every bit of Brady's offensive prowess to squeak out a 3-2 victory in overtime. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Not bad, eh? But it gets even better. Matthew became the first player in NHL history to assist his brother on all three goals of a natural hat trick. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER In short, the Tkachuk brothers are on fire, and if they can carry the water for Florida - along with other Panthers like Sam Bennett, Sam Reinhart, and Seth Jones - while Brad Marchand and captain Aleksander Barkov are out with injuries, the Cats could be a dangerous team heading into the new year. There's still almost a full season of hockey to play, but there are plenty of Eastern Conference teams who will be looking under their beds at night now that Florida seems to have their mojo back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276b675342cf4db912b1a Bryan Kohberger fights to remove judge who called him 'worst of the worst,' questioned his honesty te 2026-10-16T19:10:46.812Z Bryan Kohberger fights to remove judge who called him 'worst of the worst,' questioned his honesty Bryan Kohberger's new lawyer is taking another swing at Idaho prosecutors in his fight to have the judge who called his client a "faceless coward" removed from post-conviction proceedings. Court-appointed attorney Greg Rauch is accusing Latah County prosecutors of "regurgitating" rules rather than addressing concerns raised in his motion to disqualify Judge Steven Hippler from the case. Hippler said Kohberger, 31, "slithered" into the victims' home before committing a crime that made him "the worst of the worst" after the killer admitted guilt last year. At issue, according to Rauch, "is how [Hippler's] statements about counsel’s preparation and [Kohberger's] capacity for truthfulness bear on the disputes it may now decide, in combination with the myriad of other statements made." KOHBERGER PROSECUTORS SAY NO AS IDAHO KILLER TRIES TO BOOT JUDGE WHO CALLED HIM A 'FACELESS COWARD' And when addressing the fact that there would be no allocution or explanation from Kohberger, the judge also questioned whether Kohberger even possessed the capacity to say something truthful. "Even if I could force him to speak, which legally I cannot, how could anyone ever be assured that what he speaks is the truth?" Hippler asked during sentencing. "Do we really believe, after all of this, he is capable of speaking the truth, or of giving up something of himself to help the very people whose lives he destroyed? Rather, I suspect the so-called reason would be dished out in enticing self-serving and aggrandizing untruthful bits, leaving people wanting more information, more insight, and thus enhancing even further the power he seeks to hold." BRYAN KOHBERGER DIDN'T UNDERSTAND WHAT HE WAS DOING WHEN HE PLEADED GUILTY: UNSEALED MEMO Rauch wrote that "of course" judges can deny defense motions, "condemn terrible crimes," and go on to preside over post-conviction claims. BRYAN KOHBERGER'S NEW LAWYER SAYS KEY QUESTIONS MAY SOON GET ANSWERS IN COURT "The question is not whether someone might criticize the Court, but whether an informed, reasonable observer could question its impartiality in light of this connected record," he wrote. And it's not just that Hippler tore into Kohberger at sentencing. He has also taken issue with a June scheduling order days before Kohberger surprised the country and pleaded guilty to avoid the death penalty. "This motion does not rest upon one adverse ruling, one harsh statement, or the mere fact that the judge who presided over Bryan Kohberger’s criminal case has been assigned to his post-conviction proceeding," Rauch wrote in his initial 22-page motion on Aug. 27. "It rests upon the extraordinary convergence of all of them." Hippler had rejected a request for more time for Kohberger's previous defense lawyer, Anne Taylor, and in a June 26 order, described her complaints about discovery as "ultimately empty" while suggesting she was simply trying to delay his trial. IDAHO PROSECUTORS ACCUSE BRYAN KOHBERGER OF 'FISHING' TO FIND BETTER ARGUMENTS FOR BID TO WITHDRAW GUILTY PLEA Six days later, at a change-of-plea hearing, Hippler asked Taylor, "Have you been able to do all the discovery you feel necessary?" "Yes, Your Honor," she replied. BRYAN KOHBERGER WAIVED HIS APPEAL RIGHTS BUT PLANS ON PURSUING POST-CONVICTION RELIEF Prosecutors, in an opposition to the motion filed earlier this month, wrote that Kohberger had failed to show Hippler "is biased." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Outgoing Latah County Prosecuting Attorney Bill Thompson, who announced his retirement earlier this week, and Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Keith Scholl wrote that Hippler's statements about Kohberger after he'd admitted to killing four innocent students were not unusual or out of line. BRYAN KOHBERGER’S 2027 HEARING IS NOT GUARANTEED AS IDAHO SEEKS QUICK DISMISSAL "In our case, the sentencing remarks are not enough to show bias, and the required showing of perceived bias cannot be tied to this Court's capacity to fairly adjudicate any [post-conviction relief] claims alleged in this case but rather puts this Court in the best position to adjudicate them as the legislature and the Idaho Supreme Court's rules intend," they wrote. BRYAN KOHBERGER'S POST-CONVICTION RELIEF BID ENABLED BY FLAWED PLEA DEAL, PSYCHOLOGIST ARGUES Rauch also argued that Hippler could voluntarily recuse himself from the case to avoid any appearance of partiality. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS In the new 12-page filing, Rauch also argued that prosecutors have attributed concessions to his client that were never made, mischaracterized his initial motion and failed to address some of the arguments he did make in it. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "The State’s Response does not resolve this motion by repeating the ordinary rule, supplying concessions Petitioner never made, or calling the disputed statements routine," Rauch wrote. Kohberger is attempting to undo his guilty plea in the University of Idaho student murders that killed Madison Mogen, 21, Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Xana Kernodle, 20, and Ethan Chapin, 20, in November 2022. GOT A TIP? The former criminology Ph.D. student initially filed a handwritten petition for post-conviction relief in July. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Rauch was later appointed to represent him and has until Jan. 13, 2027 to file an amended petition that is expected to be much more in-depth than Kohberger's. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "A request for an impartial adjudicator is certainly not a request for a sympathetic one," he wrote. "Reassignment would change the judge, not the evidence or the governing law." A hearing on the matter was supposed to take place Thursday, before Hippler abruptly canceled it and said it would be rescheduled later. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276af75342cf4db912b0a What We Know About the Shooter at an Oregon School te 2026-10-16T19:10:39.978Z What We Know About the Shooter at an Oregon School He was 16 years old and used a pump-action shotgun registered to his mother. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276ab75342cf4db912b01 ‘He’s a Dad.’ Parent Heard Shots and Rushed to Stop Gunman te 2026-10-16T19:10:35.679Z ‘He’s a Dad.’ Parent Heard Shots and Rushed to Stop Gunman The father of two girls at Silver Rail Elementary School, who confronted shooter, was grateful for the support of the community and has asked for privacy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad276a875342cf4db912aeb Sports Doctor Fears Eagles QB Jalen Hurts’ Season Could Be Over te 2026-10-16T19:10:32.196Z Sports Doctor Fears Eagles QB Jalen Hurts’ Season Could Be Over Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is dealing with a blood clot that could threaten the rest of the season, according to one sports doctor. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2743d75342cf4db912a56 Former University of Kentucky cheerleader sentenced to 10 years in prison for infant's death te 2026-10-16T19:00:13.570Z Former University of Kentucky cheerleader sentenced to 10 years in prison for infant's death Laken Snelling, a former University of Kentucky cheerleader, was sentenced to 10 years in prison Friday, according to local media, after being convicted of first-degree manslaughter for the death of her infant child. Snelling, who was indicted for manslaughter and three other charges in March, pleaded guilty in August. Officers from the Lexington Police Department arrested Snelling in August 2025 after her roommates heard loud noises coming from her closet. When officers arrived on scene, they found the infant cold to the touch and wrapped in a trash bag placed in the closet, the city of Lexington announced in a statement. ARIZONA WOMAN CHARGED WITH KILLING NEWBORN CHILD 45 YEARS AFTER BODY WAS FOUND The infant was born alive and died from asphyxiation, the Kentucky Medical Examiner's Office determined, according to the Lexington statement. When Judge Diane Minnifield asked Snelling how she ended the infant's life, she replied, "I deprived him of oxygen." "I was under a lot of emotional stress and my baby came unexpectedly," Snelling said through tears while in court. "And instead of helping him, I ended his life and afterward I cleaned up and didn’t tell anyone." IDAHO MOM WHO CLAIMED VACCINES KILLED HER TWIN BABIES CHARGED WITH MURDERING HER KIDS In addition to the manslaughter charge, Snelling pleaded guilty to charges of abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence and concealing the birth of an infant. Snelling, who was a senior at the time, told investigators that she was awake for 30 minutes after giving birth, but then passed out on top of the baby. When she woke up, she saw the infant "turning blue and purple," according to court documents. NEW HAMPSHIRE SUPREME COURT OVERTURNS ADAM MONTGOMERY'S MURDER CONVICTION IN DAUGHTER HARMONY'S DEATH Investigators also found that Snelling had deleted photos of her labor from her phone and other evidence of her pregnancy, according to court documents. Fox News Digital's Louis Casiano, Michael Dorgan and Adam Sabes contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2743b75342cf4db912a4d ‘Buck’ stops at Walz: Flanagan ducks Minnesota fraud blame as GOP rival exposes glaring contradiction te 2026-10-16T19:00:11.877Z ‘Buck’ stops at Walz: Flanagan ducks Minnesota fraud blame as GOP rival exposes glaring contradiction Michele Tafoya, the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Minnesota and a former broadcaster, aggressively sought to put her opponent, Democratic Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, on the defensive during a Friday afternoon debate over the billion-dollar fraud schemes that drew national attention to the state earlier this year. Early in the debate, Tafoya pressed Flanagan on her qualifications for federal office, pointing to her record as lieutenant governor. "My opponent has been second in command in this state for eight years, drawing a taxpayer-funded paycheck. And what do we have to show for that? We have massive fraud, historic fraud. We have test scores down. We have crime spiking. We have a massive surplus turned into a deficit," Tafoya said. TAFOYA MAKES 'COMMON SENSE' PITCH TO DISAFFECTED DEMOCRATS AS SHE VOWS TO FIGHT MINNESOTA’S ‘SOCIALIST LURCH’ "This election is about Peggy Flanagan." Local and federal investigators have uncovered myriad fraud schemes involving daycare centers, food programs, health clinics and other operations accused of defrauding the state of up to $9 billion. Investigators say fraudsters either inflated the number of people they allegedly helped or fabricated their services altogether — all while receiving government dollars. When the issue resurfaced later in the debate, the moderator asked Flanagan directly whether, in her view, she had "any ownership over the fraud." Flanagan sought to distance herself from the issue, pointing to Walz's acknowledgment that responsibility for oversight rested with him. "The governor has been very clear that the buck stops with him," Flanagan said. "He was the one who had oversight here. I've led on issues like paid family and medical leave, nation-leading child tax credit, making sure that kids get breakfast and lunch at school. Those are the things and those are the areas where I took the lead." When Flanagan then redirected the conversation to criticism of President Donald Trump, Tafoya went on the attack. DAVID MARCUS: PEGGY FLANAGAN'S DEI RECORD AND FRAUD SCANDAL PUT MINNESOTA SENATE RACE IN THE SPOTLIGHT "Peggy, Donald Trump isn't on the ballot. You and I are on the ballot, and only one of us let $9 billion walk out the door to fraud to suggest that we that she somehow is going to be a fraud czar all of a sudden," Tafoya said. "My goodness, she was second in charge in this state, and she's just going to point her finger at Gov. Tim Walz when she demanded to be in the room where everything happened. But suddenly she has nothing to do with this. Again, sell it to someone else," she added. Flanagan has served as Minnesota's lieutenant governor for nearly eight years, taking office in 2019. By the time Walz announced that he would not run for re-election as governor amid political scrutiny for the fraud, Flanagan had already announced her bid for U.S. Senate. Responding to Tafoya, Flanagan doubled down on her criticism of Trump, noting that the president had recently endorsed Tafoya. "Donald Trump doesn't just endorse anybody. In fact, he endorses against people in his own party if they dare to take him on. Michele Tafoya passed his litmus test with flying colors," Flanagan said. Tafoya then laid out her own proposals for combating fraud, including tougher consequences for noncitizens who defraud Americans. "Number one, if you're a guest of this country and you defraud Americans, you must leave. You must leave, and you should have no pathway back," she said. FRAUD EXPERT EXPOSES HOW HIDDEN NETWORKS DROVE MINNESOTA FRAUD, OTHER MAJOR SCAMS: 'CRIMINAL ENTERPRISE' SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "Number two, if you're an American and you defraud your fellow Americans, we should be talking about mandatory prison minimums. Tough sentences, not an easygoing slap on the wrist. And number three, if you're a state like Minnesota who cannot keep your financial house in order, why would the federal government release billions and billions of dollars to you, only to see it go to fraud?" Tafoya said. After securing their respective parties’ nominations earlier this year, Flanagan and Tafoya will face off in the state’s Nov. 3 general election. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2743a75342cf4db912a44 Save 30% on Xtrema ceramic cookware and get a free mini skillet with a $250 purchase te 2026-10-16T19:00:10.300Z Save 30% on Xtrema ceramic cookware and get a free mini skillet with a $250 purchase Xtrema's 19th anniversary sale runs Oct. 16-25, with 30% off ceramic cookware and bakeware, including skillets, Dutch ovens, saute pans and more. If you spend $250 or more during the sale, you’ll also receive a free mini skillet. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad271ef75342cf4db9129e9 ‘No block, no rock’: Arizona State receiver Omarion Miller hunting downfield opportunities te 2026-10-16T18:50:23.406Z ‘No block, no rock’: Arizona State receiver Omarion Miller hunting downfield opportunities TEMPE – Omarion Miller led the Big 12 in yards per reception when he was a wide receiver for Colorado last season. Three games into his Arizona State career, his average had fallen from 17.9 yards to 7.5. The reason behind the disparity has little to do with Miller’s talent. “I have not been going deep much because of the defenses we’ve faced,” Miller said. “Early on, I’ve been the gadget guy a little bit.” The senior’s skills will be on display Saturday when the Sun Devils (3-2 overall, 1-1 Big 12) take on undefeated No. 10 Texas Tech (5-0, 2-0) at what should be a raucous Galaxy Stadium in Lubbock, Texas. Miller spent three seasons under Colorado coach Deion Sanders before transferring to ASU. Miller now works with receivers coach Hines Ward, whose 14 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers included two Super Bowl titles and a Super Bowl MVP award. As a freshman in 2023 with the Buffaloes, Miller caught seven passes for 196 yards in a game against USC. Miller missed the rest of the 2024 season after getting hurt against Kansas State, leaving him out of Colorado’s final seven games. A season later, he led the Buffaloes with 45 catches, 808 yards and eight touchdowns. “Super athletic, superb ball skills,” Ward said of Miller’s Colorado film. “Really the total package. He could pretty much run the whole route tree, do a lot of different things.” At ASU, Miller identified blocking as an emphasis in Ward’s coaching. Ward has condensed that expectation into four words: “No block, no rock.”  It’s a mantra the Sun Devils hope to use in force Saturday. After blowing out Morgan State 70-7 in the season opener, ASU coach Kenny Dillingham praised the receivers’ effort away from the ball. Miller also caught eight passes for 102 yards in that game. Morgan State’s defense left perimeter screens available, Dillingham said, and ASU kept taking them. Through three games, Miller had 20 catches, but ASU frequently used him on screens and underneath throws. The volume kept Miller involved without creating the downfield production he had at Colorado. Many of his early opportunities required him to gain most of the yardage after the catch. ASU’s next two opponents, Texas A&M and Kansas, held Miller to 12 catches for a combined 47 yards on 23 targets. His longest reception across those games gained 11 yards. Those results did not reflect a lack of downfield opportunities.  Dillingham counted eight different routes Miller ran downfield during the two-game stretch.  “Is that too many? Some teams only put people on four routes,” Dillingham said.  Finding the right combination remained the responsibility of ASU’s coaching staff.  “If it’s not working, or for some reason the connection isn’t there, that’s not a player problem,” Dillingham said. “That’s a coaching problem. That’s a ‘me’ problem that I have to figure out how to make it work better.”  ASU has moved Miller throughout the offense while he learns the system. Ward, meanwhile, has evaluated more than Miller’s production. “He’s been phenomenal to work with. He’s been a joy to our receivers’ room,” Ward said. “I know he’s one of our locker room’s favorites. Everybody gravitates around him.” Against Baylor on Oct. 3, Miller caught five passes for 85 yards, including a touchdown from 30 yards. A week later against Hawaii, he caught six passes for 78 yards. ​​On his longest reception against Hawaii, Miller caught quarterback Cutter Boley’s pass 16 yards beyond the line of scrimmage and gained another 33 yards. The play accounted for 49 of Miller’s 78 receiving yards in the game. Through five games, Miller has 31 catches for 312 yards and two touchdowns. He averaged 14.8 yards per catch against Baylor and Hawaii, nearly double his average through the first three games. It marked an increase from his first three games but still trailed his 17.9-yard average at Colorado. Miller hopes to alter that reality the rest of the season. “I need to be that guy going down the field,” he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad271e675342cf4db9129b9 Lawyers for girl alleging sexual assault by trans wrestler fire back at Washington officials in SCOTUS appeal te 2026-10-16T18:50:14.621Z Lawyers for girl alleging sexual assault by trans wrestler fire back at Washington officials in SCOTUS appeal A Washington high school wrestler who alleges she was sexually assaulted by a transgender opponent during a girls’ match is asking the Supreme Court to intervene before her next season begins, and her attorneys are firing back after the defendants tried to write off her claimed harm as "manufactured." In an Oct. 15 filing, her attorneys at Alliance Defending Freedom accused the three defendants, the Puyallup School District, Washington’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association, of shifting responsibility for providing those protections. "Defendants’ briefs mostly point the finger at each other, trying to pass the buck for the harm inflicted," Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) attorneys wrote in an Oct. 15 reply supporting the girl, Kallie Keeler and her mother, Stephanie Brown. WOMEN WHO FACED BIOLOGICAL MALES IN GIRLS' SPORTS AND LOCKER ROOMS SPEAK OUT AHEAD OF WASHINGTON STATE VOTE "Exit isn’t accommodation. It’s the injury, and Brown and K.M.K. are suffering it now," the attorneys added, rejecting the argument that withdrawing from competition adequately addresses the family’s concerns. Keeler, identified in court as K.M.K., alleges a transgender opponent sexually assaulted her during a girls’ wrestling match in December 2025. Pierce County prosecutors declined to file criminal charges. Her family is seeking protection against being matched with male opponents while its lawsuit proceeds. The reply follows opposition briefs from the Puyallup School District, Washington’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association. "The ‘irreparable’ nature of Applicants’ claimed harm is manufactured," the state argued, challenging the asserted emergency and likelihood of future injury. The statement addressed the justification for immediate court intervention, rather than characterizing the alleged assault as fabricated. The district said Brown could decline matches without district-imposed penalties. It also cited supportive measures, an expedited school transfer and an ongoing independent Title IX investigation. The defendants raised concerns about their authority to control matchups, competition rules and other students’ privacy. ADF countered that the defendants collectively control eligibility, participation and competition rules. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER "Defendants each disclaim full power, but in so doing, they ignore that together they hold it all," the reply states. The attorneys also challenged the suggestion that the family should await the ordinary appeals process. The district’s appellate answering brief is due Nov. 19, three days after wrestling practices begin, according to its opposition and WIAA’s calendar. ADF said the extension was granted over the family’s objection. Alongside its Title IX request, ADF outlined an alternative accommodation based on parental rights: Officials would withdraw Keeler, or notify her mother so she could withdraw her, when they know or have reason to know an opponent is male. Under that proposal, Keeler would receive treatment comparable to the most favorably treated forfeiture allowed by the rules, such as a medical forfeiture. In a tournament, her opponent could advance while she continued in the applicable consolation bracket. "Her opponent advances, and she stays in the tournament," ADF wrote. The district court and Ninth Circuit previously denied temporary relief. The Supreme Court application remained pending Friday, with the docket listing the family’s reply but no ruling. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad271e475342cf4db9129b0 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS Unlocks Play $5, Get $100 Promo for Any College Football Week 7 Game te 2026-10-16T18:50:12.955Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS Unlocks Play $5, Get $100 Promo for Any College Football Week 7 Game It is hard to believe that we are essentially at the halfway mark for most teams. Some will have a few more than 13 or 14 games, but for the most part, that’s about it. Week 7 delivers great games on the schedule, and Underdog is offering new users a chance to get $100 in bonuses from a $5 wager using promo code FOXNEWS. 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Bet $5 and receive a $10 bonus bet token, then repeat the process for ten days to receive all $100 in bonuses.  When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 7:30 ET Where: Yulman Stadium, New Orleans, Louisiana TV/Streaming: ESPN Odds subject to change When: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 8:00 ET Where: Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, Indiana TV/Streaming: FOX Odds subject to change When: Friday, Oct 16, 2026 at 8:00 ET Where: Brooks Stadium, Conway, South Carolina TV/Streaming: FOX Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad271e175342cf4db912990 Timeline of Trump's White House Press Secretaries as Katie Zacharia Fired te 2026-10-16T18:50:09.763Z Timeline of Trump's White House Press Secretaries as Katie Zacharia Fired Zacharia departs after five days, half the time President Trump's 2017 communications director Anthony Scaramucci was in his role. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad271df75342cf4db912987 Former NFL QB Eviscerates Broncos’ Bo Nix: ‘Disrespectful to the Position’ te 2026-10-16T18:50:07.985Z Former NFL QB Eviscerates Broncos’ Bo Nix: ‘Disrespectful to the Position’ After his performance vs. the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday, Broncos QB Bo Nix was ripped apart by a former NFL quarterback. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad271de75342cf4db91297e Elon Musk's Flying Tesla is the Perfect Ad for Trump's America te 2026-10-16T18:50:06.306Z Elon Musk's Flying Tesla is the Perfect Ad for Trump's America You’ve never seen anything quite like it before, but it fails to serve the overwhelming majority of Americans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26fa675342cf4db9126c1 Pope Leo XIV seen for first time since lung cancer surgery amid major recovery milestone te 2026-10-16T18:40:38.800Z Pope Leo XIV seen for first time since lung cancer surgery amid major recovery milestone Pope Leo XIV is up and moving after having part of his lung removed. After undergoing thoracic surgery Tuesday, during which surgeons removed the lower lobe of the pope’s right lung, examination of the tissue confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, or lung cancer, according to the Vatican. The pope, 71, has spent four days recovering at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy, following the successful procedure. DR MARC SIEGEL: POPE LEO'S LUNG SURGERY PUTS MODERN MEDICINE ALONGSIDE FAITH On Friday, the Vatican released the first photos of Pope Leo after the operation. The pope is pictured standing at an altar in green vestments, celebrating Mass in a makeshift chapel at the hospital where he distributed communion. According to a Holy See Press Office statement, several members of Gemelli’s medical and nursing staff and members of the Vatican City State Gendarmerie Corps attended the service. POPE LEO'S LUNG TUMOR RAISES QUESTIONS ABOUT CANCER RISK FOR NONSMOKERS "In his homily, the Pope thanked all the staff – doctors, nurses and orderlies – for the work they do every day caring for patients in their frailty, and especially for what they have done and continue to do for him," the statement said. The Vatican also confirmed on Friday that the pope’s recovery continues with "steady improvement in his overall condition." Dr. Luigi Carbone and Professor Stefano Margaritora added that the pope’s "post-operative recovery allows him to carry out normal daily activities entirely independently." Pope Leo plans to make his first public appearance since the procedure on Sunday during the noon-day Angelus, which he normally leads. NEVER SMOKED A CIGARETTE? YOU COULD STILL BE AT HIGHER RISK FOR LUNG CANCER Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel said the pope’s procedure included a small incision with VAT (video-assisted thoracoscopy), which involves less pain and has a quicker recovery. The pope was in good health "to begin with" and is highly active, which plays a "major role in recovery," Siegel, who has not treated the Pope, told Fox News Digital. "Since he wasn’t a smoker and likely had very good underlying lung function, loss of a lobe – when there are three total on the right – shouldn’t have a major impact on daily activity, especially with pain controlled," the doctor added. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER In a separate Fox News Digital interview, Lary Robinson, M.D., an oncologist at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, shared his surprise regarding the pope’s health status. About 80% of lung cancers occur in people who smoke or have smoked, said Robinson, who has not treated the pope. However, he noted that lung cancer also occurs among never-smokers — including an estimated 10% of male patients and 25% of female patients. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "But [the pope] had surgery and had a lobectomy, so this is usually only done with people who have localized disease, and presumably he had localized disease. And hopefully that's a stage 1 cancer," the doctor added. If the pope’s cancer is stage 1, there is a "high chance" of cure — about 90%, depending on the size of the tumor, the oncologist said. The fact that he went straight to surgery suggests there was likely no evidence that the cancer had spread. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "We'll have to wait for the pathology to determine … whether he needs any additional treatment afterward," Robinson said. The pope’s anticipated trip to South America in November is reportedly still on schedule, though his participation remains in question based on recovery. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26fa375342cf4db9126b0 Ravens Told to Hold Lamar Jackson Out as Injury Concerns Continue te 2026-10-16T18:40:35.396Z Ravens Told to Hold Lamar Jackson Out as Injury Concerns Continue Stephen A. Smith urges the Ravens to sit Lamar Jackson, giving the star quarterback more time to recover from his ankle injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26fa175342cf4db9126a7 Lakers Discuss Major Trade With Bucks Involving Dalton Knecht te 2026-10-16T18:40:33.360Z Lakers Discuss Major Trade With Bucks Involving Dalton Knecht The Lakers have reportedly discussed trading Dalton Knecht to the Bucks for Jericho Sims ahead of the NBA season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9f75342cf4db91269e George Kittle Urging 49ers to Trade for 9-Time Pro Bowler te 2026-10-16T18:40:31.827Z George Kittle Urging 49ers to Trade for 9-Time Pro Bowler San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is urging general manager John Lynch to trade for a nine-time NFL Pro Bowler. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9e75342cf4db912695 Seahawks’ Jaxon Smith-Njigba on Track to Break Historic NFL Record te 2026-10-16T18:40:30.362Z Seahawks’ Jaxon Smith-Njigba on Track to Break Historic NFL Record Seahawks star Jaxon Smith-Njigba is chasing NFL history after accounting for nearly half of Seattle's receiving yards. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9c75342cf4db91268c Ravens Get Positive News on Zay Flowers After Injury Report Addition te 2026-10-16T18:40:28.853Z Ravens Get Positive News on Zay Flowers After Injury Report Addition The Baltimore Ravens got a positive update on the injury status of wide receiver Zay Flowers before Sunday's Week 6 game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9b75342cf4db912683 Jimmy Butler Sends Strong Message About Warriors Return After ACL Tear te 2026-10-16T18:40:27.239Z Jimmy Butler Sends Strong Message About Warriors Return After ACL Tear Jimmy Butler opens up about his ACL recovery, Stephen Curry and his determination to return strong for the Warriors. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9975342cf4db91267a Bucks Make Home Opener Adjustment for Brewers World Series Run te 2026-10-16T18:40:25.624Z Bucks Make Home Opener Adjustment for Brewers World Series Run The Brewers just secured a spot to the World Series for the first time in 44 years, and the city of Milwaukee wants to celebrate. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9875342cf4db912671 Seahawks' Mike Macdonald Sends Clear Message on Sam Darnold After Broncos Loss te 2026-10-16T18:40:24.113Z Seahawks' Mike Macdonald Sends Clear Message on Sam Darnold After Broncos Loss Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald gave an honest assessment of Sam Darnold's poor performance in an overtime loss to the Broncos. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9675342cf4db912668 Magic Hesitant to Match Warriors' $110 Million Deal for Anthony Black te 2026-10-16T18:40:22.415Z Magic Hesitant to Match Warriors' $110 Million Deal for Anthony Black The Magic reportedly won't match the Warriors' $110 million deal for Anthony Black as extension talks continue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9475342cf4db91265f Map Compares Republican and Democrat Fundraising in Critical Senate Races te 2026-10-16T18:40:20.656Z Map Compares Republican and Democrat Fundraising in Critical Senate Races Democrats built a major fundraising edge in key Senate races in the third quarter, but GOP outside spending remains strong. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9275342cf4db912656 Caleb Williams Gets Huffy With Media Over a Question — Was it ‘Disrespectful?’ te 2026-10-16T18:40:18.702Z Caleb Williams Gets Huffy With Media Over a Question — Was it ‘Disrespectful?’ Should it be considered rude if emotion from an injury bleeds over during a press conference? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f9075342cf4db91264d Ohio State Issued Harsh Reality Check Ahead of Indiana Showdown te 2026-10-16T18:40:16.804Z Ohio State Issued Harsh Reality Check Ahead of Indiana Showdown A college football reporter considered Ohio State's College Football Playoff outlook before Saturday's game against Indiana. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f8f75342cf4db912644 Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy Not Satisfied With Offense Despite 4-0 Start te 2026-10-16T18:40:15.246Z Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy Not Satisfied With Offense Despite 4-0 Start Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is not fully satisfied with the team's performance thus far. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f8d75342cf4db91263b Thunder Rookie Aday Mara's NBA Debut in Jeopardy After Contract Dispute te 2026-10-16T18:40:13.593Z Thunder Rookie Aday Mara's NBA Debut in Jeopardy After Contract Dispute Spanish club Basket Zaragoza have challenged Aday Mara's move to OKC, raising questions about the rookie's NBA debut. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f8b75342cf4db912632 US Forces Launch Japan Patrols to ‘Reduce Risk’ After Marine Murder Arrest te 2026-10-16T18:40:11.873Z US Forces Launch Japan Patrols to ‘Reduce Risk’ After Marine Murder Arrest A U.S. Marine was arrested in Okinawa on October 4 on suspicion of robbing and murdering a local woman in the city of Naha. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f8975342cf4db912629 Trump's Texas ICE Crackdown May Have Paved Way for Pro-Immigrant Consensus te 2026-10-16T18:40:09.862Z Trump's Texas ICE Crackdown May Have Paved Way for Pro-Immigrant Consensus A year into Trump’s ICE crackdown, Texans say they want a safe border and a way for many undocumented immigrants to stay legally. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f8875342cf4db912620 Heidi Levine Hospitalized: List of US Journalists Attacked in West Bank te 2026-10-16T18:40:08.029Z Heidi Levine Hospitalized: List of US Journalists Attacked in West Bank The attack on Heidi Levine is the latest reported instance of a U.S. journalist facing violence, allegedly by Israel settlers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26f8675342cf4db912617 Colts Make Surprise Decision on Veteran WR Weeks After Signing Him te 2026-10-16T18:40:06.089Z Colts Make Surprise Decision on Veteran WR Weeks After Signing Him The Colts released a veteran wide receiver less than a month after signing him, abruptly ending his brief stint in Indianapolis. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26d3f75342cf4db9125d1 No need for capes: Phoenix Suns embrace each other’s superpowers as they prepare for season te 2026-10-16T18:30:23.353Z No need for capes: Phoenix Suns embrace each other’s superpowers as they prepare for season PHOENIX – Every basketball player has their niche, something that helps them stand out from their competition on the court. The Phoenix Suns refer to these special gifts as superpowers.   For some players, it simply means having a knack for putting the ball in the basket. For others, the superpower is defined by more under-the-radar skills such as being in the right place at the right time or making up ground on defense.  As the Suns prepare for the regular season opener Oct. 21 at Portland, the team’s primary goal is to blend these superpowers while staying true to their foundation and identity. “It’s always first and foremost who the player is,” Suns coach Jordan Ott said. “You don’t want to change who the player is, per se. We want to highlight their greatest skills within the framework of our identity and what we do.” The Suns have a versatile roster of players with numerous unique skill sets, making the process a lot easier, Ott said. They have players whose superpower is shooting and putting the ball in the basket, such as guards Devin Booker, Collin Gillespie and Luke Kennard.  “Luke is a shooter, that’s his super skill,” Suns guard Jordan Goodwin said. “Then you know Booker’s superpower, he’s going to put the ball in the hole.” Other players’ superpowers are a bit more niche.  “I would say Rasheer Fleming’s superpower is his recovery time,” Goodwin said. “He’s the only player I’ve seen be extremely late to a position and still go get a block somewhere.” Goodwin’s superpowers have become more evident as he has become an integral piece of the Suns’ rotation, spinning and barrelling his way to becoming a fan favorite.  “Goodie’s (Goodwin’s) superpower is offensive rebounding and just having a nose for where the basketball is at all times,” Gillespie said.  When asked where he has noticed the most personal development since his rookie season, Gillespie said that once he was able to consistently play and get an opportunity, the game slowed down for him and he was able to discover his own strengths.  “You can figure out what your superpowers are,” said Gillespie, who joined the team in 2024. “We talk about that a lot here, and I think I’ve just been able to find ways to play off the ball, catching and shooting, playing in get action, pick-and-roll, threes, so I think my superpower is shooting and just finding ways to get it off.” Luke Kennard’s superpower is shooting. The Suns guard has a career field goal percentage of 46.6 and a career 3-point shooting percentage of 44. 2, which leads all active players in 3-point accuracy and is second all-time behind Steve Kerr’s 45.4%. (Photo by Harry Figiel/The Associated Press) Ott has appreciated the way the players have bought into the team’s identity and their own identities during training camp, while continuing to hone the skills that have brought them here. He highlighted Kennard and Miles Bridges, two first-year Suns who have excelled at that balance  When discussing superpowers, however, it’s impossible to ignore the guy with the longest cape.  There is little argument now that Booker is one of the greatest Suns of all time. Suns guard Jalen Green said Booker’s immense skills make it extremely comfortable to play alongside him.  “He’s one of the top shooting guards in the NBA for a reason,” Green said. “As coach says, his superpower, which Book has multiple of, is playing both on and off the ball which makes the game much easier for everyone else.” Having these superpowers is especially important for young players trying to establish their presence in the league. For Ott, it’s about blending their ready-made skills into a contributing rotational piece.  He used newly signed center Duop Reath as an example of embracing his specific skills while also challenging the center, who joined the Suns in September, to expand his game even further.  “Duop is a different piece we didn’t have, but we’re going to change it to his strengths,” Ott said. “But at the same time, we’re going to ask him to crash and pressure the basketball and do things that he may not have as much experience with.” Following a season where the Suns were one of the surprise success stories across the NBA, reaching the first round of the playoffs before falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Ott  continues to instill the identity he has built within the organization.  Simultaneously, he is embracing each of his players’ collective strengths, while celebrating their individual superpowers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26d3575342cf4db9125a0 Best Sportsbook Promos for College Football Week 7, Including Indiana vs Ohio State, BYU vs Notre Dame te 2026-10-16T18:30:13.728Z Best Sportsbook Promos for College Football Week 7, Including Indiana vs Ohio State, BYU vs Notre Dame College Football has a ton of great action ahead of us on Saturday. There are more ranked matchups this week than we’ve had in any other week this season. Six matchups between ranked teams, and many more ranked teams are in action. College Football has plenty of options for you to wager on - ranked matchup or not.  With so many options, it can be a bit overwhelming. There are also a lot of sportsbooks to choose from, and new users get the benefit of selecting from these welcome offers and a recommended bet for each game. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users the promo code FOXNEWS350 to earn $350 in FanCash when wagering $20 on a game today. Turbo Richard, the running back from Indiana, has racked up 597 yards on just 71 carries this season and found the end zone five times. He had a tough game last week against Nebraska, but he should back on track even against a tough Ohio State defense and gets into the end zone at -145.  Ohio State vs Indiana Odds Odds subject to change One of the better games on the agenda is between two SEC teams. Alabama is coming off a loss and is a big favorite on the road. Tennessee won last week, but dropped a game at home to Texas a few weeks ago. The total has dropped quite a bit, but it might’ve gone too low now. Back the over 51.5 as both teams can put up points in a hurry, and Alabama should look to score regularly after the tough loss last week. Bet $5 on this and earn a $50 bonus token from FanDuel. You can then repeat that process for five straight days to earn $250 in bonus bets.  Alabama vs Tennessee Odds Odds subject to change BetMGM is offering new users up to $1,500 in bonus bets if your first wager on their app loses using promo code FOXNEWS. We’ve already seen some impressive games from both Oklahoma State and Houston. The Cowboys are 4-1 and have only lost to Tulsa. They also beat Oregon, which is the best win between the two teams. Houston is 20th in the league, and their lone loss was a close one to a tough Texas Tech team. Houston being at home might be the major advantage in this one; back them to cover the short spread.  Oklahoma State vs Houston Odds Odds are subject to change Another great SEC battle to watch this week is between Missouri and Ole Miss. Both teams enter with one loss on their record. Missouri lost to Mississippi State three weeks ago. Ole Miss lost to Florida after beating LSU the previous week in the ultimate trap spot. 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Wager $10 and earn $365 in bonuses whether the bet wins or loses.   Missouri vs Ole Miss Odds Odds are subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26d3475342cf4db912597 Fox News AI Newsletter: AI engineer accused of bugging conference room te 2026-10-16T18:30:12.244Z Fox News AI Newsletter: AI engineer accused of bugging conference room IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER: - Ex-OpenAI engineer charged with planting recording device had one-way flight booked to Saudi Arabia, DOJ says - Anthropic warns self-replicating AI could spread across household devices within months - One state is ground zero as Trump's multibillion-dollar tech ambitions face a midterm test INSIDE JOB: The former OpenAI engineer charged with planting a recording device inside a conference room at the AI giant's San Francisco office had a one-way flight booked to Saudi Arabia days before he was taken into federal custody, the Justice Department said. FRIDGE TAKEOVER: Artificial intelligence models could soon be capable of copying themselves across everyday household devices, potentially creating networks that are difficult to shut down, according to new research from AI company Anthropic. THE TOKEN TEST: Ohio has emerged as ground zero in the growing political fight over the massive data centers powering America's AI boom, with voters across the state set to weigh in on the industry's rapid expansion this November. OPINION: The lesson of social media is not that transformative technologies should be feared. It is that when children are involved, safeguards must come before harm — not after. HIT THE BRAKES: Microsoft President Brad Smith highlighted the need for global regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in a new interview, saying that AI currently faces lighter safety requirements than milk. DON'T BE 'CRUEL': Anthropic updates its usage policy to ban sustained, needless abuse toward Claude AI models. Dagen McDowell, Taylor Riggs, and Brian Brenberg debate if chatbots are treated like moral beings and why users exhibit weird behavior. OPINION: For decades, Americans have thought about national security primarily in terms of military strength — the aircraft we build, the ships we deploy and the men and women who defend our country. RUSH TO MARKET: Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined "Big Money in the Morning" to discuss why eight states are suing OpenAI, alleging the artificial intelligence giant rushed its models to market without adequate safety testing. 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 Fox Sports Tubi WATCH FOX NEWS ONLINE Fox News Go STREAM FOX NATION 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/6ad26d3175342cf4db91258a Russia Appears to Step Up Efforts to Influence U.S. Voters te 2026-10-16T18:30:09.138Z Russia Appears to Step Up Efforts to Influence U.S. Voters One campaign has created social media posts focusing on U.S. support for Israel to sow discord ahead of the midterm elections. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26d2e75342cf4db912581 What Measures Keep Students Safe? Prevention, Not Defenses, Experts Say te 2026-10-16T18:30:06.056Z What Measures Keep Students Safe? Prevention, Not Defenses, Experts Say The gunman entered the school by shooting through a locked door and was eventually stopped by a bystander, raising questions about what more schools can do to protect children. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad26ada75342cf4db912520 NBA and many sportsbooks agree to ban multiple types of bets due to recent betting scandals te 2026-10-16T18:20:10.851Z NBA and many sportsbooks agree to ban multiple types of bets due to recent betting scandals The NBA has been rocked with scandal over the past year as it pertains to sports betting. Sports betting is now integrated into almost every broadcast. It's ingrained in the game from the weekly talk shows to the pregame coverage. Now the NBA is putting some guardrails on multiple bets within some of the most prominent sportsbooks. Apparently, having players allegedly help bettors cash massive parlays wasn't exactly great for business. According to ESPN, the league is banning several types of bets this season, including same-player parlays involving multiple statistical unders — the very wagers at the center of recent gambling scandals involving Jontay Porter and Terry Rozier. If you haven't seen the videos of Terry Rozier allegedly botching plays, shooting wild shots, and turning the ball over in ridiculous ways, check it out here. NBA GUARD TERRY ROZIER MAY GET HIT WITH NEW CHARGES IN ALLEGED GAMBLING SCHEME These are also getting the boot in sportsbooks: MALIK BEASLEY INDICTED ON FEDERAL CHARGES FOR ALLEGEDLY FIXING HIS OWN NBA PERFORMANCES FOR BETTORS The crackdown comes after Porter admitted to intentionally removing himself from games to help gamblers cash in. In March 2024, one bettor reportedly placed an $80,000 parlay on six of Porter's statistical unders, with a potential payout of roughly $1.1 million. Porter conveniently exited after just three minutes. NBA GAMBLING SCANDAL SEES FIRST GUILTY PLEA AFTER FORMER LAKERS ASSISTANT'S CHANGE OF PLANS Not exactly subtle. Federal prosecutors allege a similar scheme involved Rozier in March 2023, when he left a Charlotte Hornets game after approximately nine minutes. Rozier has pleaded not guilty and denied wrongdoing. EX-FORDHAM BASKETBALL PLAYERS PERMANENTLY BANNED BY NCAA OVER ALLEGED GAME MANIPULATION BETTING SCHEME NBA executive Scott Kaufman-Ross told ESPN the league is trying to eliminate problematic wagers without pushing bettors toward illegal sportsbooks. Translation: The NBA wants to clean up gambling without losing the legal betting market. While speaking to Fox Business, a DraftKings spokesperson said, "The NBA’s guidance formalizes many of the market restrictions already reflected in DraftKings Sportsbook’s practices. DraftKings supports the NBA’s efforts and is committed to continued collaboration with the league to maintain game integrity, including through appropriate limits on betting markets. DraftKings’ Code of Responsible Engagement is fully aligned with the league’s stance on the harassment of athletes, coaches or officials." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The league is also stepping up its monitoring efforts, upgrading its AI-powered betting surveillance system and bringing in former NFL star and retired FBI agent Charles Tillman to educate players on gambling rules. Speaking to Fox Business, a FanDuel spokesperson said, "The legalized sports betting industry is built on a foundation of dialogue and collaboration with our league partners and the states in which we operate. We remain unwavering in our commitment to building a legal and regulated market that roots out abuses by those who seek to undermine fair competition and damage the integrity of the games we love." And because angry gamblers apparently need reminding that losing a parlay isn't a license to harass athletes, the NBA is introducing additional protections against threats and online abuse. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The league is partnering with a third-party service to help players remove harassing social media messages and launching a hotline to report threats. The message is pretty clear: Bet on basketball all you want. Just don't expect the NBA to make it easy to turn suspicious player performances into million-dollar paydays. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2664875342cf4db912154 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Calls 1-3-1 Team ‘Biggest Challenge’ Yet te 2026-10-16T18:00:40.445Z 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Calls 1-3-1 Team ‘Biggest Challenge’ Yet Kyle Shanahan explains why the 49ers can’t overlook the Commanders in Week 6 and what makes Jayden Daniels so dangerous. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2664675342cf4db91214b Trump Shrugs Off Affordability—Republicans Say It’s a Crisis te 2026-10-16T18:00:38.630Z Trump Shrugs Off Affordability—Republicans Say It’s a Crisis A new poll has revealed widespread and bipartisan concern about the state of the U.S. economy weeks out from the midterms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2664475342cf4db912142 Colts Cut Ties With Veteran WR 24 Days After Signing Him te 2026-10-16T18:00:36.768Z Colts Cut Ties With Veteran WR 24 Days After Signing Him Darius Slayton never played a game for the Indianapolis Colts. Here’s what went wrong and where the ex-Giants WR stands. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2664375342cf4db912139 Seahawks Urged to Consider Drastic $35.5M Move With Struggling Sam Darnold te 2026-10-16T18:00:35.242Z Seahawks Urged to Consider Drastic $35.5M Move With Struggling Sam Darnold The Seattle Seahawks have a decision to make on Sam Darnold with $35.5 million in cap space for 2027 hanging in the balance. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2664175342cf4db912130 Magic Johnson Sends Message to Dodgers After Failed World Series Three-Peat Bid te 2026-10-16T18:00:33.590Z Magic Johnson Sends Message to Dodgers After Failed World Series Three-Peat Bid Magic Johnson reacted to the Dodgers' failed World Series three-peat bid after the Brewers swept them in the NLCS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663f75342cf4db912127 Dodgers Veteran Announces Retirement After Brewers Complete NLCS Sweep te 2026-10-16T18:00:31.495Z Dodgers Veteran Announces Retirement After Brewers Complete NLCS Sweep A 2025 World Series hero said he's retiring after the Milwaukee Brewers eliminated the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663d75342cf4db91211e Warriors Refused to Trade Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis, Jaylen Brown: Report te 2026-10-16T18:00:29.868Z Warriors Refused to Trade Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis, Jaylen Brown: Report Jimmy Butler remains a priority for Golden State, reportedly turning down blockbuster trades for Anthony Davis and Jaylen Brown. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663c75342cf4db912115 Jalen Hurts' Blood Clot Issue Deemed 'Franchise-Changing Moment' for Eagles te 2026-10-16T18:00:28.113Z Jalen Hurts' Blood Clot Issue Deemed 'Franchise-Changing Moment' for Eagles An ESPN analyst believes quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot could alter the Philadelphia Eagles' long-term future. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663975342cf4db91210c Texans Have Immediate Plan for Marvin Harrison Jr Against Jaguars te 2026-10-16T18:00:25.895Z Texans Have Immediate Plan for Marvin Harrison Jr Against Jaguars The Houston Texans made a quick decision on Marvin Harrison Jr.'s use against the Jaguars days after trading for the receiver. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663875342cf4db912103 Steelers Make Big Decision on Jaylen Warren Amid Rico Dowdle's Return te 2026-10-16T18:00:24.210Z Steelers Make Big Decision on Jaylen Warren Amid Rico Dowdle's Return The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to have Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren on the field on Sunday, leading to a decision on carries. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663675342cf4db9120fa Ticket Prices for Dream-Valkyries WNBA Finals Reach Historic Numbers te 2026-10-16T18:00:22.374Z Ticket Prices for Dream-Valkyries WNBA Finals Reach Historic Numbers Ticket prices to see Angel Reese and the Dream battle Gabby Williams and the Valkyries in the WNBA Finals have hit record numbers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663475342cf4db9120f1 Seattle's NBA Expansion Hopes Take a Hit as New Suitor Emerges te 2026-10-16T18:00:20.765Z Seattle's NBA Expansion Hopes Take a Hit as New Suitor Emerges Seattle's NBA expansion bid faces a new challenge as Adam Silver reportedly considers an alternative across the border. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663275342cf4db9120e8 Jets Rule Out 2 Key Offensive Players for Week 6 Clash vs Patriots te 2026-10-16T18:00:18.934Z Jets Rule Out 2 Key Offensive Players for Week 6 Clash vs Patriots Two important players will remain sidelined when the New York Jets play the New England Patriots this Sunday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2663175342cf4db9120df Who Is Kaylub Giamanco? Man Who Killed Oregon School Shooter Identified te 2026-10-16T18:00:17.206Z Who Is Kaylub Giamanco? Man Who Killed Oregon School Shooter Identified The father of two students at an elementary school in Oregon fatally shot the teen gunman, relatives said Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2662f75342cf4db9120d6 Eagles Turn to Former Cowboys QB After Jalen Hurts Injury te 2026-10-16T18:00:15.520Z Eagles Turn to Former Cowboys QB After Jalen Hurts Injury After Jalen Hurts was ruled out with a blood clot, the Eagles signed a former Cowboys QB to add depth behind Tanner McKee. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2662d75342cf4db9120cd Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker Could End Historic Streak for His Former Team te 2026-10-16T18:00:13.812Z Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker Could End Historic Streak for His Former Team Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III could snap an active streak for the Seattle Seahawks in a Week 7 matchup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2662b75342cf4db9120c4 Shohei Ohtani Reveals Plans for Pitching Future After Dodgers Playoff Exit te 2026-10-16T18:00:11.661Z Shohei Ohtani Reveals Plans for Pitching Future After Dodgers Playoff Exit Shohei Ohtani disclosed whether he wants to pitch in 2027 after the Los Angeles Dodgers got swept in the ALCS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2662875342cf4db9120bb Ravens Receive Concerning Lamar Jackson News Ahead of Browns Game te 2026-10-16T18:00:08.972Z Ravens Receive Concerning Lamar Jackson News Ahead of Browns Game The Ravens receive a concerning Lamar Jackson development before Sunday's Browns clash, raising questions about Baltimore's plans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2662575342cf4db91209e India becomes the latest country to report rogue AI agent activity te 2026-10-16T18:00:05.917Z India becomes the latest country to report rogue AI agent activity The agents got in through credentials and connection settings left exposed in app configurations, public code repositories, and overly permissive cloud roles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2619275342cf4db911ff6 Ila Joanne Remy te 2026-10-16T17:40:34.773Z Ila Joanne Remy Ila Joanne Remy passed away peacefully on Oct. 11, 2026, in Gilbert, at the age of 94.       She was born on Nov. 13, 1931, in Fedora, S.D., and lived a life marked by devotion, service and a spirit of adventure.       Ila graduated from St. Joseph Mercy School of Nursing in Sioux City, Iowa in 1953. She worked as an RN and spent the last part of her career as the director of nurses for the Indian Health Service in Winslow.       Beyond her career, Ila was deeply involved in her community. She was a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star Ruby Chapter No. 3, and the Daughters of the Nile. She was also an active member of the United Methodist Church in Winslow, where her faith remained a steady presence throughout her life. Ila also loved to travel and she especially enjoyed camping, fishing, and houseboating.       Ila is preceded in death by her husband, Dolphin Otto Remy; and survived by her daughters, Renee Tyler (Larry) and Lisa Tate (Anthony); and her step-daughters, Kelly Rada (Paul), Kathy Howsden (Mike) and Kim Hodges (Jeff). In addition, she is survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.       A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the United Methodist Church in Winslow.       In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Eastern Star Scholarship Fund in Ila’s memory. They can be mailed to: Ruby Chapter No. 3 O.E.S., Margie Brakefield, 5828 Pine Knot Drive, Happy Jack, Ariz., 86024. The post Ila Joanne Remy first appeared on Painted Desert Tribune. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2618b75342cf4db911fc9 Ivy-League educated pediatrician allegedly murdered by husband who then set home on fire: police te 2026-10-16T17:40:27.113Z Ivy-League educated pediatrician allegedly murdered by husband who then set home on fire: police A highly-regarded pediatrician, mother and wife was murdered by her husband, investigators say. Julia Pederson, 41, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania was killed after police say her husband, Jonathan Gatto, 41, strangled her inside the family's home and intentionally set it on fire. Authorities said the fire happened on Saturday, Oct. 10. Four days later, Gatto was arrested and charged with murder and arson, among other charges. TEXAS DAD FACES MURDER CHARGE AFTER ESTRANGED WIFE FOUND DEAD AT SUBURBAN HOME: POLICE The Harrisburg Bureau of Police said, "The investigation ultimately revealed that the death of the victim, a 41-year-old female, was not caused by a fire." Reports say the couple's 7-year-old daughter was also sleeping in an upstairs bedroom at the time of the incident, according to KATV. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X PITTSBURGH DOCTOR STABBED TO DEATH AFTER INTRUDER ALLEGEDLY ATTACKS HIM, WIFE AS THEY SLEPT: POLICE Pederson was an American Board of Pediatrics-certified pediatrician who earned her medical degree from the Stanford University School of Medicine. She earned her undergrad from Harvard University. 📩 Send me a story idea: kelsie.cairns@fox.com 📸 Instagram: kelsiecairns_tv 🎥 Facebook: Kelsie Cairns SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Children's Community Pediatrics posted on Facebook that Pederson had started her position there in February. SEND US A TIP In a statement sent to Fox News Digital, a spokesperson for UPMC CCP said: "We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Dr. Julia Pederson, a beloved pediatrician and valued member of our UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics team. Dr. Pederson devoted her career to caring for children and supporting families, and her loss is felt deeply by colleagues, patients and communities she served. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and loved ones, and ask that their privacy be respected during this difficult time." SUSPECT IN PITTSBURGH DOCTOR'S MURDER HAD BEEN RELEASED WITHOUT BAIL ON PRIOR BURGLARY CHARGE: COURT DOCS Prior to her recent position, she provided pediatric care across various organizations in Pennsylvania, California and Chicago. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST An obituary for Pederson says, "Through her medical career, Julia devoted herself to the health and well-being of children, providing care and support to the families who placed their trust in her." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Gatto is currently sitting in a Dauphin County jail cell with no bond. His next court date is Oct. 28. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2618875342cf4db911fbd Katie Zacharia, Trump’s New Press Secretary, Is Fired After 5 Days te 2026-10-16T17:40:24.058Z Katie Zacharia, Trump’s New Press Secretary, Is Fired After 5 Days The ouster came as Ms. Zacharia was shadowed by questions about how she had presented her legal career and handled her first press briefing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2618675342cf4db911faa Unlikely Brewers Veteran Wins NLCS MVP After 6-RBI Performance vs Dodgers te 2026-10-16T17:40:22.212Z Unlikely Brewers Veteran Wins NLCS MVP After 6-RBI Performance vs Dodgers The MVP of the National League Championship Series is a 31-year-old journeyman who led the Brewers with six RBIs in four games. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2618475342cf4db911fa1 Brewers Sweep Dodgers, Head to World Series For First Time in 44 Years te 2026-10-16T17:40:20.606Z Brewers Sweep Dodgers, Head to World Series For First Time in 44 Years After being swept a year ago in the 2025 NLCS by the Dodgers, the Brewers returned the favor on Thursday night in Los Angeles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2618375342cf4db911f98 Trump on Katie Zacharia’s Future: ‘Maybe It’s Not for Her' te 2026-10-16T17:40:19.048Z Trump on Katie Zacharia’s Future: ‘Maybe It’s Not for Her' Trump raised doubts about Katie Zacharia’s future as White House press secretary, saying he told her to reconsider the role. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2618175342cf4db911f8f Jayden Daniels Delivers Blunt Admission on Commanders’ Late-Game Blunder te 2026-10-16T17:40:17.384Z Jayden Daniels Delivers Blunt Admission on Commanders’ Late-Game Blunder Commanders QB Jayden Daniels speaks out on the 27-27 tie with the Giants, and what he said about Dan Quinn is telling. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2617f75342cf4db911f86 Ex-NFL QB Sends Shedeur Sanders Blunt Message on Browns Trade Buzz te 2026-10-16T17:40:15.659Z Ex-NFL QB Sends Shedeur Sanders Blunt Message on Browns Trade Buzz Shedeur Sanders has one snap behind Deshaun Watson and new trade buzz. A former NFL QB weighs in on his Browns future. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2617e75342cf4db911f7d Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers in Rare Agreement on Trump Michigan Rally te 2026-10-16T17:40:14.042Z Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers in Rare Agreement on Trump Michigan Rally Rogers and El-Sayed both want Trump in Michigan, for opposite reasons, as polls show a tight Senate race and Trump underwater. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2617c75342cf4db911f74 Eagles Season Hanging in Balance Amid Jalen Hurts Health Issues te 2026-10-16T17:40:12.469Z Eagles Season Hanging in Balance Amid Jalen Hurts Health Issues The Philadelphia Eagles have lost three straight. Jalen Hurts’ calf issue now makes the road back even steeper. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2617a75342cf4db911f6b Broncos QB Bo Nix Admits Major Issue Amid Criticism After Seahawks Win te 2026-10-16T17:40:10.633Z Broncos QB Bo Nix Admits Major Issue Amid Criticism After Seahawks Win After a 107-yard night vs. the Seahawks, Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix couldn’t pinpoint what’s stalling the offense Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2617875342cf4db911f62 Sam Darnold Gets Honest About Seahawks After Loss to Broncos in Overtime te 2026-10-16T17:40:08.892Z Sam Darnold Gets Honest About Seahawks After Loss to Broncos in Overtime Sam Darnold gave his honest assessment of the Seahawks' struggles after the team lost to the Denver Broncos in overtime. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2617675342cf4db911f59 Texas Data Centers Face Crackdown Calls as $500 Fine Derided  te 2026-10-16T17:40:06.810Z Texas Data Centers Face Crackdown Calls as $500 Fine Derided  Data centers must disclose water use but the punishment for not doing so is low. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25f3275342cf4db911f18 20 years later: Local media recall Dennis Green, Cardinals’ Monday Night Meltdown te 2026-10-16T17:30:26.352Z 20 years later: Local media recall Dennis Green, Cardinals’ Monday Night Meltdown PHOENIX – The Monday Night Meltdown. To those not familiar with that debacle in Cardinals history, it may be remembered as an ordinary regular season game. But for those who watched it live from the stands or on television, Arizona’s 24–23 loss to the Chicago Bears at then-University of Phoenix Stadium is an indelible part of this franchise’s history.  It produced a litany of stunning plays and perhaps the most iconic postgame news conference in NFL history. “If this was on Sunday at one o’clock, there were 10 other games; it doesn’t get the notoriety it got,” said then-East Valley Tribune columnist Scott Bordow, who covered the game. “It’s fitting for the Cardinals, this sad franchise, that the game happened to occur on Monday night when the rest of the league was watching, and that’s what made it so memorable.”  The date was Oct 16, 2006 – 20 years ago tonight –– when the Cardinals and Bears faced off under the bright lights of Monday Night Football. The teams were trending in opposite directions so the game didn’t look that exciting on paper. Instead, it birthed one of the most iconic Monday Night Football games in NFL history.  The Cardinals entered the game at 1-4 under coach Dennis Green, while the Bears had everything coming up navy and burnt orange with a perfect 5-0 record in a season in which they ultimately made it to the Super Bowl before falling to Peyton Manning’s Indianapolis Colts. Arizona was hoping to make a statement at home and it embraced the underdog mentality, playing almost a flawless first half while keeping Chicago off the scoreboard to take a 20-0 lead into the locker room at halftime.  Green’s Cardinals looked primed to pull off the upset. “I mean everything went perfectly for the Cardinals in the first half,” former Arizona Republic beat writer and columnist Kent Somers said. “They could not have played any better.” The second half was a different story. The Bears ended the shutout with a field goal. That’s when the figurative rain turned into a downpour. The turning point in the game came at the end of the third quarter with the Cardinals still holding a 23-3 lead and in possession of the ball at their own 15-yard line. Quarterback Matt Leinart fumbled after Bears defensive end Mark Anderson hit him from behind. Safety Mike Brown scooped up the ball at the 3-yard line and ran it in to cut the lead to 23-10 after the PAT. The Cardinals were still in good shape late in the fourth quarter with a 23-10 lead when Hall of Fame running back Edgerrin James fumbled the ball at his own 40-yard line. Cornerback Charles Tillman recovered and ran it back for a TD that cut the lead to 23-17 after Robbie Gould’s PAT.  Cardinals radio analyst Ron Wolfley still remembers his kiss-of-death statement to play-by-play man Dave Pasch right before the miscue. “I remember saying to David, ‘The good thing is, Edgerrin James is not a fumbler,’” Wolfley said. “I barely got that out of my mouth, the ball was snapped, David was calling the play and cut me off, and suddenly the ball came out on that very play.” Not even the announcers could believe what was taking place as the Cardinals’ collapse was occurring. And when Devin Hester returned a punt 82 yards for a TD with 2:58 to play, the Bears took the lead for the first time at 24-23.  Arizona still had a chance to recover, but Neil Rackers missed a 40-yard field goal attempt with 48 seconds remaining, leaving the home crowd stunned and Green stewing on what would be a one-question postgame news conference.  In a game where the Cardinals hoped to pull off their biggest upset of the season, they let the opportunity slip away. Somers said a large portion of the blame fell on Green for his play calling. “The Cardinals got very, very conservative on offense,” Somers said. “They started to hand the ball off to Edgerrin James the whole time.  “Looking back at it, the biggest mistake was a coaching error. They went away, at least offensively, from what was working in the first half.”  After the game, Green took his customary seat at the dais and fielded a question from AP freelance reporter Mark Brown that really had nothing to do with Green’s answer. In spite of the result, Brown asked about the strong performance of the Cardinals defense. It was clear that Green was ready to blow. The moment is better watched on video than in words. In the quote, Green referenced an earlier meeting between the teams in Week 3 of the preseason, where Arizona had defeated Chicago, but the Bears downplayed that result.  Now 20 years later, the quote has garnered millions of views and most Cardinals fans and media can recite the quote verbatim. “That one quote was everything in that rant, and I think that one quote is what made this kind of legendary still 20 years later,” Bordow said. “If you Google ‘NFL coaching rants,’ I guarantee you that’s gonna come up.” The loss also removed any hope that the Cardinals might turn their season around. They finished 5-11, in last place in the NFC West and the team fired Green on Jan. 1, 2007, one day after the regular season ended. “It’s how they lost the game that really bothered him,” Bordow said of Green. “The game was theirs and they blew it with mistakes. That’s what set him off. It’s the way they lost the game on Monday Night Football that set him up to explode.” After the initial outburst, Green still wasn’t done. As always, he had to do a radio hit with the sideline reporter, Paul Calvisi, and Wolfley remembers it fondly. “Our producer literally said, ‘Coach is coming your way right now and he’s really pissed,’” Wolfley said while laughing. “So he walked in there and Paul just conducted one of the best interviews I’ve ever heard. What a pro Paul really is for handling that situation.” Wolfley could only laugh when looking back on the postgame proceedings. They only added to what was already one of the wildest nights in franchise history.  “‘The Bears were who we thought they were, and we let them off the hook’,” Wolfley said, reciting Green’s infamous tirade. “One of the unbelievable moments in the 20 years of being in the broadcast booth.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25f2875342cf4db911efe White-powder letter sent to Arizona Secretary of State amid national threat wave te 2026-10-16T17:30:16.062Z White-powder letter sent to Arizona Secretary of State amid national threat wave Secretary of State Adrian Fontes speaks to reporters outside the Executive Tower on Oct. 16, 2026. The day before, his office was evacuated after a worker opened an envelope containing white powder. The FBI and U.S. Postal Service are investigating. (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office was evacuated Thursday after a worker opened a letter containing an unknown white powder, one of dozens of election offices across the country targeted with similar letters that the FBI and U.S. Postal Service are actively investigating.  “Yesterday’s attack was not a harmless prank,” Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes told reporters outside of the Executive Tower at the state Capitol. “The fear it caused is real.”  Fontes said that an employee in his office opened a letter Thursday and a white substance came out. The office was swiftly evacuated so a hazardous materials team investigated.  Votebeat reported that more than 100 election offices, political organizations and elected officials received similar letters. GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE Threats against election officials have escalated in recent years both nationally and locally as unfounded accusations of voter fraud from Republican elected officials and far-right influencers have fueled extremists to threaten officials or commit crimes, such as burning drop boxes, to stop the imagined fraud.  In recent years, Arizona has seen a significant drain of qualified election workers due to the increased threats as the state has been a focal point for false fraud claims. Arizona saw the most losses of any western state on its election workforce in the past few years.  “The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are investigating a series of suspicious mailings sent to various addresses nationwide, including Secretary of State offices and their related election offices,” the FBI said in a statement to the Arizona Mirror. “Some of the letters contained an unknown substance and we are working closely with our law enforcement partners to respond to each incident. We are also working with our partners to identify the individual or individuals responsible for the letters. This FBI and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service will continue to safeguard the public and secure elections for American citizens.” But Fontes said his office and its employees are undeterred and the action did little to impact their daily work.  “To whoever sent that package, you failed,” Fontes said, urging voters to participate in the election to respond to the intimidation tactic. “The most practical response to intimidation is participation.”  The office’s chief information security officer, Michael Moore, said that they worked quickly and closely with both federal and local law enforcement to address the issue when it happened.  “To us, it was a Thursday,” Moore said. “Threats are not new.”  The incident occurred at around 3 p.m. when a member of staff opened an envelope addressed to the office that contained a “white powder.” The powder was quickly identified as non-toxic, Moore said.  “You basically caused no disruption,” he said, speaking to whoever sent the letter.  Fontes said his office had already “beefed up” its security a few weeks back and said that election officials across the state are prepared for any issues that could arise in the coming weeks, citing table top exercises his office has put on and the quick response to bomb threats made last cycle as examples.  “We are prepared. We are ready to go,” he said.  Fontes said his office has also been in communication with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes about state charges when the perpetrator is found, and he lauded his staff for remaining calm during Thursday’s chaos.  “While none of this is routine, they certainly handled it in a calm and professional manner,” Fontes said. YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25f2575342cf4db911ede Trump casts doubt on new press secretary's future after rocky White House debut te 2026-10-16T17:30:13.832Z Trump casts doubt on new press secretary's future after rocky White House debut President Donald Trump told Katie Zacharia to "reconsider" remaining in her White House press secretary role just one week after appointing her to the high-profile role.  Speaking with members of the press on the South Lawn on Friday, the president revealed he told Zacharia: "You don't have to do this if you don't want to… I think you should reconsider." It comes as her four-day tenure is already marked by mounting scrutiny over her legal credentials and a rocky debut before the White House press corps on Tuesday.  Critics have taken aim at Zacharia over her recent interviews attempting to recover from the bumpy start.  During an appearance on "Hannity" Thursday night, Zacharia was pressed over whether or not she could refer to herself as an attorney in which Zacharia admitted she did not pass the exam and never obtained a law license in the United States. TRUMP NAMES LEAVITT SUCCESSOR AFTER WEEKS OF SPECULATION — AND SHE'S NO STRANGER TO MAGA Zacharia was named to the role Oct. 9 and stepped behind the White House podium for her first press briefing just days later on Oct. 13. "I had already pre-registered for the bar exam, and basically during the summer, I knew I would be living in China and the result of the bar would be inconsequential. I sat for it because I didn't want to have a withdraw status," she said. WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS WIDELY PRAISE KAROLINE LEAVITT AS SHE ANNOUNCES EXIT FROM TRUMP ADMINISTRATION  Zacharia was also pressed on her 14-minute briefing where she took only three questions. "What I feel is I really stepped up to the plate with very little prep time," Zacharia said. "Given the fact that I'd been on the job less than maybe eight hours and had a briefing book in the morning, I feel like I did my very best, Sean, to deliver for the American people that day." Zacharia's debut drew scrutiny over several verbal stumbles, including a moment when she mistakenly referred to her husband as "my president" before correcting herself, as well as the briefing's brevity, during which she took questions from just three journalists in 14 minutes. Karoline Leavitt’s first White House press briefing lasted nearly 47 minutes, while Sean Spicer’s debut ran roughly 79 minutes. While Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ first briefing as press secretary lasted about 23 minutes in 2017. TRUMP'S NEW PRESS SECRETARY FACES FIRST MAJOR TEST AS WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM ENTERS NEW ERA A White House official, who told MS NOW that she could end up with a shorter tenure than Anthony Scaramucci, whose notoriously brief stint as President Donald Trump's White House communications director lasted just 10 days before he was ousted in July 2017. "Getting behind the podium is tough, but she got off on the wrong foot," the unnamed White House official said, MS NOW reported. "She needs to get much better, fast, otherwise she'll break Scaramucci's record." The White House doubled down on supporting Zacharia Wednesday when asked by Fox News Digital for comment on the Scaramucci comparison reportedly coming from the White House. "Katie is a fabulous and wonderful addition to the team. She is uniquely qualified and whip smart to help inform the American people about all the great things President Trump and his Administration have been doing, and she will do an incredible job as Press Secretary," Cheung told Fox News Digital. The White House X account @PressSec, formerly run by Leavitt before switching to White House Press Office, never switched over to Zacharia. The account has not posted since Oct. 7. Zacharia, whom Trump described as an attorney when announcing her appointment, previously served as senior communications adviser to Trump Media & Technology Group, which operates the president's social media platform, Truth Social. Zacharia previously served as deputy assistant secretary for public affairs and a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25f2175342cf4db911eb7 New Tucson bookstore Paper Cat Bookshop opens in November te 2026-10-16T17:30:09.273Z New Tucson bookstore Paper Cat Bookshop opens in November Two years of selling used books from folding shelves at local markets are about to pay off for Kris Luecker, who will open The Paper Cat Bookshop in November. Located at 2040 W. Orange Grove Road, The Paper Cat Bookshop is a longtime dream of Luecker, who is stepping away from her job in the publishing industry after more than 25 years. Luecker said she’s looking forward to using her industry knowledge to help local readers find stories that stay with them long after the last page, whether that be a bestseller or a book from a first-time author. Her love of books started long before her career did. “I was a crazy avid reader since I was a little kid. (Reading) was my favorite thing ... and it has stayed my favorite thing,” Luecker told Tucson Spotlight. “I was an English major, then I worked in publishing. I’ve just been reading nonstop for my entire life.” Luecker fell in love with Tucson and its scenery after the COVID-19 pandemic and decided to make a life here after needing a change. “I’m one of those people who have always had the dream in the back of her head, (of) I’m going to open a bookstore someday,” Luecker said. “I’ve had a really good career, but I thought it’d be more fun to be on the other side of book selling. Instead of acquiring and publishing, let’s actually put the books in people’s hands and be our own boss.” Her plans come as independent bookstores open at a rapid pace this year, despite the popular belief that chains such as Barnes & Noble dominate the market. Kris Luecker spent more than 25 years in book publishing before leaving to open The Paper Cat Bookshop, a longtime dream. Topacio Servellon / Tucson Spotlight. In fact, American Booksellers Association membership grew by more than 500 in 2026, to a total of 3,417 members representing 3,783 locations across the country, according to the Associated Press. This year’s membership numbers are triple what they were a decade ago and the highest number of new stores since the late 1990s. Luecker’s own ambitions for a bookshop started with a foldable, portable shelf and a thoughtfully curated selection of used books. She’s attended several markets in Tucson over the past two years, finding a large and welcoming bookish community. The response at those markets gave her the confidence to think bigger. “This is actually working, and I think I can do this. The people who come to the booth and find out and talk to me and learn about (Paper Cat Bookshop), they’re usually pretty excited,” Luecker said. “I get positive feedback on what I’m carrying. People have been really supportive and come back to the booth over and over again, it’s been really great.” While Luecker tabled around town at various events, she was always on the lookout for the perfect spot for her shop, even if it meant trial and error. “I started looking years ago at different spots, during the two years I was doing the pop-ups,” Luecker said. “Some of the spots I was looking at were gone by the time I was ready to go. I came down here, and everything just came together quickly and reasonably. I’m going to just call this meant to be and go with it.” Even before the shop has opened for business, Luecker continues to receive positive feedback from the community. “I’ve gotten emails from people who’ve walked by the sign saying, ‘We saw your sign. We’re so excited,’ which is really sweet and very reassuring on the days where I’m like, ‘What am I doing?’” Luecker said. The bookshop will carry a variety of new and used books and bookish merchandise while also providing a quiet space for reading and recharging. Luecker took to Instagram to announce the shop’s opening, thanking the community for its support, “past, present, and future.” “Whether you bought a book, donated funds, moved furniture, or wrestled a wind-blown tent with me, every single thing has helped me get this far, and I’m excited to open actual, real-life doors to you all,” Luecker wrote in the post. Topacio “Topaz” Servellon is a reporter with Tucson Spotlight. Contact them at topacioserve@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/6ad25f1e75342cf4db911ea3 Arizona attorney general voter guide: Where Mayes, Petersen stand  te 2026-10-16T17:30:06.816Z Arizona attorney general voter guide: Where Mayes, Petersen stand  Incumbent Democratic Attorney General Kris Mayes is facing Republican challenger Warren Petersen in a race that has drawn an endorsement from President Donald Trump and the attention of local homeowners and realty companies alike. Mayes’ efforts — as the chief law enforcement officer in Arizona — include challenging mobile home landlords and industries polluting the environment, as well as joining numerous national lawsuits against the Trump administration.  Her challenger in the November general election is offering a markedly different approach.  Petersen currently serves as president of the Arizona State Senate and is promising to work with the Trump administration, and wage a campaign against what he says is Mayes’ politically progressive approach to governing. His efforts as a legislator include bills that limited public pensions for politicians who overspend public funds while in office and required localities to consider personal property rights amid zoning changes.  Voters must choose one of the two candidates to serve as Arizona’s attorney general. To help voters understand each candidates’ perspectives on certain local issues, Arizona Luminaria is providing a guide with key information and sharing their answers to questions the newsroom asked ahead of the election. What’s at stake The attorney general is the chief legal and law enforcement officer in the state overseeing what is effectively Arizona’s largest law firm. Attorneys with the office bring and defend lawsuits on behalf of the state, and prepare formal opinions requested by legislators and county attorneys on legal issues. In her time as attorney general, Mayes has prosecuted consumer fraud cases and intervened in utility rate cases to raise concern about whether customers were paying for data center-related cost increases. Her predecessor, Republican Mark Brnovich, also championed consumer protection suits and used some of the resources of his office to look into the Trump administration’s allegations of electoral fraud. Those allegations were unproven. In 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit backed by Trump to overturn Joe Biden’s election victory. Additionally, the attorney general is the primary statewide official who can investigate and prosecute election fraud through the office’s Election Integrity Unit. All felony conviction appeals statewide also are handled by the attorney general’s office. Who are the candidates? Kris Mayes Democrat Campaign Facebook Personal Facebook Campaign X Campaign Instagram Personal Instagram Campaign YouTube Campaign Website Warren Petersen Republican Campaign Facebook Personal Facebook Campaign X Campaign Instagram Campaign Website Warren Petersen: Petersen was first elected as a state legislator in 2012 and has worked as a longtime real estate agent and broker. In his role as state Senate president, Petersen manages about 200 people, he said at the Sep. 23 debate coordinated by the Citizens Clean Elections Commission and the Arizona Media Association. Petersen currently represents District 14, which covers most of Gilbert and parts of Queen Creek in Maricopa County. “I’m running to keep Arizona safe, free and prosperous. I do not want to allow Arizona to turn into California,” Petersen said during the debate. “What I’m going to do is fight crime, defend the laws in the Constitution, and root out fraud, waste, and corruption. I’m going to restore order and professionalism to the office.” In 2026, he was subpoenaed in his role as Senate president by the Trump administration as part of its controversial effort to investigate the 2020 election. Petersen said on social media in March that he complied with a federal grand jury subpoena. Petersen has been endorsed by Trump, U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs, the Arizona Police Association, a small business political action group and a political action group funded by private prison company GEO Group.  The candidate committee, Friends of Warren Petersen, has raised $1.8 million dollars as of October, according to the Arizona Secretary of State’s campaign finance data website. In July, the Arizona Mirror, citing campaign finance records, reported on $600,000 in donations from a mobile home park operator — that Mayes sued — via Restore Order Arizona, a PAC supporting Petersen. Voting FAQ What you need to know to participate in this election. Key dates Oct. 23 – Last day to request a mail-in ballot Oct. 27 – Recommended deadline to mail back your ballot Nov. 3 – Election Day Register to vote or check your registration details: Pima County Recorder’s Office In the lawsuit against BoaVida Group, a California-based manufactured home management company, the attorney general’s office claims the company failed to inform residents at Tucson’s Redwood Mobile Home Park that the electrical system in the park was “extremely dangerous, unreliable, and overloaded” after ongoing electricity outages last summer amid a deadly heat wave. BoaVida has countered those allegations in legal responses, including saying they were falsely sued for violation of the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act. “The Park’s electrical infrastructure is old and might be considered out of compliance using today’s standards, but considering the Park’s construction in 1962 using the 1959 National Electrical Code as its design reference, there’s nothing that can be considered as poor craftsmanship or out of code compliance for its time,” a March 2026 notice from the company’s legal team said. Kris Mayes: Mayes was elected as Arizona attorney general in 2022. At that time, she beat her Republican challenger Abe Hamadeh in a markedly close election. Mayes is the second woman, and first mother, to hold the role of state attorney general, according to her campaign website. Before becoming attorney general, Mayes was a Republican elected official on the Arizona Corporation Commission, a professor at ASU’s School of Global Sustainability and a journalist. “I promised that I would be a lawyer for all of the people of Arizona. No matter who you are, no matter where you live, whether you’re in rural Arizona, urban Arizona, no matter how you worship, no matter what your political party is, and we have followed through on that,” Mayes said in her opening statement of the debate. Mayes’ campaign group, Kris Mayes for Arizona, has raised $4.6 million as of October, according to the Arizona Secretary of State’s campaign finance data website. Her endorsements include 15 labor groups including the AFL-CIO and Ironworkers Local 75, reproductive rights groups like Emily’s List and environmental groups like the Sierra Club. She received criticism from Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in early 2026, when Mayes questioned federal ICE agents’ local policing. Mayes raised concerns that Arizona’s “Stand Your Ground” law could lead to confrontations with federal law enforcement officers operating in plain clothes. “It’s kind of a recipe for disaster,” Mayes told 12News in January. “We have in other states un-uniformed, masked people who can’t be identified as police officers. That is a problem. That’s why it’s so important to have uniforms and to be identified, especially in a state like Arizona.” Hobbs said Mayes’ “comments were inappropriate and she should retract them.” Republican lawmakers also called for her resignation over the comments. Where they stand To help voters differentiate between the candidates, Arizona Luminaria asked each of them key questions.  Democratic candidate Kris Mayes replied to questions by email. Republican candidate Warren Petersen’s campaign answered Luminaria’s questions during our primary election coverage. He did not respond to multiple emails requesting comment for this general election story.  Answers for Mayes are from her campaign’s email responses. To provide voters more insight into Petersen’s perspectives as a candidate, Arizona Luminaria included information from his responses during the debate and his previous responses to the newsroom’s questions during the primary. The candidates’ responses have been lightly edited for length and clarity. Manufactured homes are some of the most affordable housing available in Arizona, yet residents have few protections against utility overcharging and frequent outages during extreme summer heat. How would you address this community’s needs in your role as attorney general?  Kris Mayes: “Arizonans are being left in dangerous situations during the summer, particularly mobile home tenants. I sued the owners of Redwood Mobile Home Park in Tucson, for endangering residents related to dangerous and unreliable electrical service that repeatedly left them without air conditioning during extreme heat.  “In addition to safety in extreme heat, utility overcharging is a major problem among mobile home tenants. Landlords often submeter utilities and have been caught abusing the submeter and over charging their residents. My office intervened. We were able to get money back to overcharged residents. And this year, we pushed for changes to the Mobile Home Parks Residential Landlord Tenant Act that would make it easier to stop utility rate abuse and protect Arizonans. “The private-equity-backed California-owned mobile home owners are hoping for an attorney general who won’t stand up to them.” Warren Petersen: During the Clean Elections debate, in response to Mayes’ noting Petersen’s PAC contributions from BoaVida, Petersen said: “This is disturbing — a lie from Kris Mayes, someone who should understand campaign finance law is up here saying I accepted money that I did not accept. It went to an independent expenditure that I have no control over.”  (Editor’s note: Political Action Committees, or PACs, are organizations that can’t coordinate with the candidates they support. A candidate could refund money received from a PAC, but does not work directly with the committee, according to officials with the Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission.) On consumer protection, Petersen’s campaign told Arizona Luminaria in his response to Luminaria’s questions during the primary election: “Consumer protection is a powerful tool and I intend to use it to actually protect consumers and not advance a political agenda. I have already laid the groundwork on this. Some of the things I will be targeting are AI driven deception, robocalls, romance scams, and predatory schemes.”  This coming election is expected to be a tense one, with President Donald Trump working to limit access to mail-in voting and sharing unfounded claims of voter fraud. How will you, as attorney general, ensure communities maintain trust in the electoral system?  Mayes: “Our elections in Arizona are safe and secure and as the one who enforces our election laws, I will always protect your right to vote. I am working daily to ensure that Arizona voter data stays secure and private. We are defending Arizona’s voter rolls from attempts to steal Arizonans personal data. And we sued and won, protecting vote-by-mail at the U.S. Supreme Court for the nearly 90% of Arizonans who cast their vote in the mail. I have prosecuted both Republicans and Democrats for election fraud because our democracy is more important than any political party.” Petersen: During the debate, when asked about whether he would look into the integrity of the 2020 election if called personally by President Trump, he said: “Biden won, okay. But I’m actually glad you guys raised this issue, because my opponent thinks everything is OK and we do need to improve. Arizona had one of the slowest election results back in 2024. In fact, we were last in the country in delivering electoral votes. I worked on legislation, worked with Democrats and Republicans, on speeding up those votes. Some of those bills got signed and some of those bills got vetoed and now we have faster election results. Our voters deserve to feel like their elections are safe and secure and it is our job to make sure that they feel that way.” Attorney General Kris Mayes has called for a moratorium on new data centers given the concern about water and power use in Arizona. How would you address this issue in your role as attorney general in your next term?  Mayes: “More and more Arizona communities are reaching out to my office about the data center projects cropping up around them. My office has announced a town hall in Ahwatukee related to a project proposed there. We previously intervened to stop the redacted rate hike hidden in the Project Blue data center agreement. If there is a data center you’re hearing about that you’re worried about in your community, please let my office know. We’re also looking at whether nuisance law is a possible avenue to intervene if there’s compelling outreach from residents that the projects are destroying their community’s way of life.” Petersen: “Kris Mayes would like to eliminate data centers,” he said during the debate. “If you like your tech and your phone and your computer and the stuff you can use that for you probably think data centers are important. There are very valid concerns about data centers. There are three big issues with data centers. First of all, location. The community, again, should decide a location. Maybe it is a heavy industrial location or someplace where the community says we’re OK with this. That should be a community decision and they should make sure they are good with that. Power is a concern. And there is a water concern. Data centers, again, need to be responsible for their water, whether that means recycling it or making sure that they have brought their own water supplies. That is how you deal with the data center situation.”  The post Warren Petersen appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25ccc75342cf4db911e66 Fox News Digital wallops all news brands including broadcast networks in key performance metrics throughout Q3 te 2026-10-16T17:20:12.572Z Fox News Digital wallops all news brands including broadcast networks in key performance metrics throughout Q3 Fox News Digital continued to dominate during the third quarter of 2026, topping all news brands and broadcast networks in both multiplatform views and minutes, according to Comscore. Fox News Digital drove 4.6 billion multiplatform views, while The New York Times finished second with 3.8 billion and CNN finished third with 1.3 billion. CBS News, NBC News and ABC News each failed to crack the one-billion benchmark in the critical category. Throughout the quarter, Fox News Digital piled up 10 billion multiplatform minutes to obliterate the competition as the Times finished second with only 3.1 billion. It was the 17th consecutive quarter that Fox News has led news brands with views, and the 22nd consecutive quarter it has been the top news brand among minutes. FOX NEWS MEDIA CEO SUZANNE SCOTT RINGS NASDAQ CLOSING BELL AS NETWORK CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY Fox News also posted 170 million average total digital multiplatform unique visitors, an 11% year-over-year increase compared to Q3 of 2025. Fox News delivered 76 million average desktop/mobile unique visitors to lead all news brands in that category, too. As Fox News thrived, CNN had its worst quarter since 2015 among average total digital unique visitors, multiplatform views and multiplatform minutes. Along the way, the Fox News Mobile app drew an average of 6.5 million unique viewers during the quarter to thump the CNN mobile app, which saw an average of 2.7 million unique viewers. 'THE FIVE' LEADS CABLE NEWS FOR 20TH STRAIGHT QUARTER AS FOX NEWS OUTDRAWS CNN AND MS NOW COMBINED FOX News Media also closed out the third quarter as the No. 1 news brand on YouTube for the eighth consecutive quarter, according to Emplifi. During the news-heavy quarter, Fox News piled up 918 million video views to lead all competitors. MS NOW finished with 889 million, CNN managed 712 million, ABC delivered 442 million, NBC News secured 356 million and CBS News settled for 149 million video views, according to Emplifi. FOX Business’ YouTube generated 140 million video views throughout the quarter, leading the business competition for the 27th consecutive quarter, according to Comscore Social. FOX News Media’s combined platforms amassed 1.2 billion video views on YouTube for the quarter. EMPIRE STATE BUILDING LIGHTS UP RED, WHITE AND BLUE TO CELEBRATE FOX NEWS CHANNEL'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY FOX News Media also topped all news brands among social media interactions for the quarter, according to Emplifi and Comscore Social. Fox News delivered 290 million social media interactions for the quarter with 90.7 million on Facebook, 55.9 million on Instagram and 14.7 million on X. Fox News Digital, CBSNews.com, NBCNews.com, WashingtonPost.com and ABCNews.com have opted in to account for Social Incremental in Total Digital Multiplatform Unique Visitors, while brands like CNN.com and NYTimes.com have not. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25cc975342cf4db911e47 Model’s Lawyer Vows To Pursue Rape Case After Trump Ally Zampolli Is Fired te 2026-10-16T17:20:09.047Z Model’s Lawyer Vows To Pursue Rape Case After Trump Ally Zampolli Is Fired Trump ally Paolo Zampolli denies rape and previously told Newsweek he believes he is the victim of an extortion attempt. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25a7c75342cf4db911ddd Rally planned to support Washington girls who refused to race against transgender teammate in cross country te 2026-10-16T17:10:20.013Z Rally planned to support Washington girls who refused to race against transgender teammate in cross country Supporters of Camas High School runners who walked out of a race over a transgender teammate’s participation are planning a rally next week, with organizer Amy Sousa urging adults to take the pressure off the students. Sousa was a prominent organizer for the rallies in support of Sophie Cunningham following her stance in opposing males competing girls' sports during this past WNBA season. The "Camas Courage" rally is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 2 p.m. at 2600 NW Lake Road in Camas, Washington, according to the event flyer. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "You should not have to become student-activists. Adults are now taking the reins and adults are standing up," Sousa told OutKick The rally follows the Oct. 13 walk-off by about a dozen Camas girls who declined to compete against a transgender athlete who had begun the season racing in the boys’ division. Sousa, who attended and filmed Tuesday’s protest, said she wants the rally to show the runners that adults support them and will press for changes to the eligibility rules. She said expected participants include Republican state Sen. John Braun, women from Women’s Declaration International USA and Women’s Liberation Front, and parents and students. Sousa challenged school officials who have said they are following the rules. 'HEARTBROKEN' WASHINGTON STATE SUPERINTENDENT SAYS NO CONSEQUENCES FOR GIRLS WHO PROTESTED TRANSGENDER RUNNER "You do not have to wait for a permission slip to have courage. Real leadership is standing up and doing the right thing when it’s uncomfortable," she said. The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association has said its gender-identity participation policy follows state law and that it cannot implement proposed restrictions that would violate that law. Sousa also hopes to build support for Initiative 638, which Washington voters will consider Nov. 3. The measure would prohibit biologically male students from competing in certain female-only school sports and require health care provider verification of biological sex. Supporters say it would protect fair competition for girls. Opponents say it would exclude transgender girls and impose new medical and privacy burdens on female athletes. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Sousa said she was notifying authorities about the rally and intended to hold it before the meet began, minimizing disruption to the students’ competition. She said she would welcome conversation with people who disagree with her position. Her criticism, she said, is directed at the adults responsible for the policy. "It’s not the fault of this boy that this has been allowed to happen," Sousa said. "We need to do better for our daughters." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25a7475342cf4db911dce U of A celebrates 100 years of 'Bear Down' at Homecoming 2026 te 2026-10-16T17:10:12.985Z U of A celebrates 100 years of 'Bear Down' at Homecoming 2026 U of A celebrates 100 years of 'Bear Down' at Homecoming 2026 nprevenas Fri, 16 Oct 2026 - 09:32 U of A celebrates 100 years of 'Bear Down' at Homecoming 2026 Today Homecoming 2026 welcomes Wildcats back to the University of Arizona camp Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad25a7175342cf4db911dac Free online tai chi helps Tucson cancer patients cope te 2026-10-16T17:10:09.308Z Free online tai chi helps Tucson cancer patients cope 💡 This story is part of Tucson Spotlight's solutions journalism coverage, which examines responses to community challenges — what works, what doesn't and what we can learn. Learn more at solutionsjournalism.org. Some mornings, Tucsonan Peggy Turk Boyer connects her computer to the TV and follows a tai chi instructor on Zoom, an hour that helps her care for her husband, who was diagnosed with cancer five years ago. She learned about the classes during a regular visit to the Arizona Cancer Center with her husband. A former practitioner of tai chi, Turk Boyer noticed a poster inviting patients and their caregivers to attend the free online classes. She signed up immediately. “(Tai Chi) is very relaxing, it stretches muscles that don’t get stretched,” Turk Boyer said. Turk Boyer, 73, started attending the classes last fall, saying they’ve helped her to feel relaxed and less anxious as she cares for her husband, 81. Sometimes he joins in when she reminds him it will help with his balance. Her husband used to enjoy walking, but a fall three or four months ago left him able to walk only short distances, Turk Boyer said. “He had a physical therapist telling him that Tai Chi would be good, even though I told him that,” Turk Boyer said with a chuckle. Your membership pays emerging journalists to cover Southern Arizona the way it deserves. The Tom and Catherine Culley Circles of Holistic Care program began with a $1.1 million bequest from the couple’s estate and offers integrative oncology classes such as yoga. The classes that Turk Boyer and her husband enjoy are offered to patients and caregivers for free as part of the Arizona Cancer Center’s Circles of Holistic Care program, known as COHC, which uses integrative medicine as complementary treatment. According to the National Cancer Institute, about 2 million people in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026. Cancer is also the leading cause of death for Hispanic people in the U.S. A cancer diagnosis can be emotionally, physically and spiritually draining, says COHC Program Director Dr. Reya Sharman. Patients go through multiple treatments, including radiation, surgery and chemotherapy, and she believes integrative care can treat the whole person alongside their systemic treatment. “With COHC there’s actually an opportunity for people to feel like they are healing and not just getting treatment,” said Sharman, adding that she noticed many of her patients feeling unwell even after treatment. COHC was started in December 2022 with a $1.1 million donation from the estate of Tom and Catherine Culley. Before her death, Catherine Culley, who was 100 years old, expressed her interest in a bequest for Arizona-based cancer research. COHC aims to support cancer research from a holistic perspective that takes into consideration body, mind and soul. COHC offers a series of programs ranging from nutrition to spirituality, with a schedule that varies. Its current offerings include recurring sessions of yoga and tai chi, which are most requested by patients. Classes are offered online by certified instructors, and patients and caregivers can sign up for the classes through COHC’s website. Once signed up, participants receive an email with the Zoom link. After the class, they receive an email with a recording, in case they missed it or want to do the class on their own time. “We do have to consider who our patients are and their physical limitations as well. So for some people, it’s a matter of just like, ‘I can’t physically get there to the cancer center. It’s far away from me or it’s just a matter of comfort of doing (the classes) in my own home. I can do it without judgment or without having other people see me and know that I’m patient here,’ so patient privacy reasons, as well,” Sharman said. Yunjia Yang teaches a one-hour tai chi class every Tuesday morning via Zoom. Through the screen, she invites patients and their caregivers to follow the movements. “Tai Chi is a gentle, mind-body movement. It is slow, coordinated with mindfulness and with breathing,” said Yang, who has more than 10 years of experience teaching tai chi. “The concept is similar to yoga, but with Tai Chi there is not too much stretching or abending. It’s mostly standing.” Research suggests that tai chi can support balance, pain management, cognitive health, sleep, quality of life and emotional well-being. The low-impact exercise can be adapted to different levels of mobility. It’s recommended as a form of exercise for individuals undergoing difficult treatments or with preexisting health conditions, including cancer patients and survivors. At home, Turk Boyer connects her computer to the TV and starts the class. As the class progresses, Yang reminds participants to keep a straight back and keep breathing through each movement. “I feel a presence of mind during the hour that I do the Tai Chi class, I feel a peacefulness afterwards that helps me be there for my husband,” Turk Boyer said, adding that she wishes she could practice it more often, but sometimes her husband’s medical care appointments conflict with the weekly class. The COHC offers other services and has hosted a mindfulness series led by a licensed psychiatrist who works with cancer patients. The sessions covered how to manage stress and anxiety, how to use breathing to cope and how to breathe through nausea, and they were offered in English and Spanish. Last year, COHC hosted a drumming therapy circle, considered one of the oldest mind-body wellness activities, allowing patients and caregivers to come together and connect through music and healing in community. The Arizona Cancer Center’s website describes yoga styles, including gentle hatha and chair yoga for people with limited mobility. Yoga is one of the COCH program’s most requested classes. COHC has served more than 300 patients and caregivers since its creation. All services are rooted in integrative medicine and integrative oncology, which aims to target whole-person care. “For integrative oncology, we use evidence-informed complementary therapies. These therapies are used to help heal the patients, they are done alongside standard care treatments for patients,” said Sharman. “While patients are getting systemic therapies, surgery, radiation treatments, (integrative oncology) does not replace any of these things, but it kind of helps build resilience, coping skills to help them get through their cancer treatments better.” Integrative oncology is relatively new field of study. The Society for Integrative Oncology was founded in 2003, a pivotal moment in the maturation of the field. Though it is a patient-centered and evidence-informed approach to cancer treatment, some providers still don’t understand its benefits, says COHC Clinical Leader Dr. Anna Roshal. “You cannot blame them, right? (Integrative oncology) is very new,” Roshal said. “We are trying in the future to do a lot of education with our own colleagues about the benefits that (integrative oncology) brings to our patients.” COHC’s nurse navigators help patients access and understand what resources are available to them, including COHC’s own. But many times, patients find out about COHC through their oncologists. “The oncologist is the kind of person that can be that bridge for the most appropriate touch of services,” said Sharman, explaining that patients tend to have more trust in their providers. COHC wants to expand its services to add more in-person options, like acupuncture and massage. Additionally, it would like to create a patient care assistance fund to help patients with lodging, transportation to access COHC services and other needs. But with COHC still operating under the $1.1 million donation, more funding will be needed to expand. “If we’re going to provide more hands-on services, like acupuncture, for example, that is a huge financial barrier. Most acupuncture services are not covered by insurance,” Roshal said. “Finding a way to provide that to the patients without them incurring significant cost is a big challenge.” Most insurance companies do not cover integrative medicine. Data from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey shows that 36.7% of adults used complementary health approaches such as yoga, meditation, massage therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, naturopathy and guided imagery/progressive muscle relaxation. According to the survey, patients spent $14.7 billion out of pocket for visits to complementary and integrative health practitioners such as chiropractors, acupuncturists and massage therapists. Sharman hopes that with time, more integrative medicine services will be covered by health insurance plans. But it is going to require the efforts of integrative oncologists to conduct research and disseminate findings that could improve insurance coverage for integrative medicine. “Anything in medicine, we’re always at least 10 to 20 years behind,” Sharman said. “We knew mental health was important decades ago and now we’re getting good coverage for it.” As part of the Cancer Center, COHC is committed to advancing integrative oncology research by publishing its findings to help the community and the field. COHC is working to improve its tracking system for class attendance and to implement a more structured outcome report beyond just attendance to better measure the program’s impact. COHC also wants to implement more services in Spanish to better serve Southern Arizona’s Spanish-speaking population. “Language should not be the barrier for you to get these services,” Sharman said. “One of the things we talked about is our handouts. How can we have them in Spanish but translated appropriately so that it’s not a language barrier?” Though still a young program, COHC continues to listen to patients and caregivers so it can offer integrative medicine services that meet their needs. “I think (integrative medicine) is wonderful. Getting the mind and the body working together is essential to healing, whether it heals our body ultimately or not, but healing or providing a healthier and more peaceful path forward,” Turk Boyer said. Diana Ramos is a University of Arizona alum and Tucson Spotlight reporter. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2536675342cf4db911c29 What ‘Guns Don't Kill People’ Accidentally Gets Right About School Shootings te 2026-10-16T16:40:06.894Z What ‘Guns Don't Kill People’ Accidentally Gets Right About School Shootings School shootings reignite the gun debate, but research points to another question: why are the attackers so often teenage boys? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2536475342cf4db911c0d A Nvidia insider-turned-VC on why robotics hasn’t hit its ChatGPT moment, yet te 2026-10-16T16:40:04.733Z A Nvidia insider-turned-VC on why robotics hasn’t hit its ChatGPT moment, yet Amulya Vishwanath, who spent seven years leading product marketing for NVIDIA’s robotics platforms, says robotics is currently in its “Lego era,” with the basic building blocks like actuators, robotic hands, software, and safety standards still being rebuilt.  This view runs counter to those who bel Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2511275342cf4db911bbd Race to find Amelia Earhart's lost plane hits rough seas as crucial deadline nears te 2026-10-16T16:30:10.575Z Race to find Amelia Earhart's lost plane hits rough seas as crucial deadline nears Days into their expedition, the team searching for Amelia Earhart’s missing plane is battling severe weather — and racing to identify a mysterious object that could finally solve the aviator's disappearance. Purdue University announced in a Thursday update that the 17-person expedition was forced to pause field operations after winds and rough seas made it too dangerous to reach Nikumaroro by transport boat. The group is investigating the Taraia Object, a visual anomaly in the island's lagoon that researchers believe could be the wreckage of Earhart's Lockheed Electra 10-E. GIANT MEAT-EATING CRABS WITH CRUSHING GRIP COMPLICATE AMELIA EARHART EXPEDITION ON REMOTE ISLAND Winds and rough seas near Nikumaroro "made conditions unsafe," Purdue University said. "Despite Thursday’s weather delay, the expedition remains on schedule, with two more days of field operations planned — and an update on the identification of the Taraia Object expected — before the team must depart the atoll and return to Tarawa, Kiribati," the university said. Because Nikumaroro is 17 hours ahead of Eastern time in the United States, an update could come as early as Saturday, although Purdue did not give a specific release time. ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNCOVER UNEXPECTED TWIST IN SHIPWRECK MYSTERY AFTER CLUES DON'T ADD UP The university also said the team had begun collecting data on the Taraia Object, but it cautioned that it was too early to draw conclusions. "We understand the tremendous interest in what we’re doing at Nikumaroro, and we appreciate everyone’s patience," Rick Pettigrew, executive director of the Archaeological Legacy Institute and a leader of the expedition, said in a statement. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "This is a complex scientific process," he added.  "You don’t simply arrive at a site and immediately identify what’s there. We have to carefully collect the data, analyze it and reach sound conclusions." Earhart disappeared on July 2, 1937 while attempting to become the first woman to fly around the world. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS She and her navigator, Fred Noonan, vanished during one of the final legs of their journey after departing Lae, New Guinea, for Howland Island. Earhart was just 39 years old when she vanished — one of the most famous people in the world at the time. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Purdue became involved in the latest search in February 2025, when expedition leader Rick Pettigrew approached the Purdue Research Foundation about investigating the Taraia Object. Purdue spokesperson Trevor Peters previously told Fox News Digital that, if the Taraia Object is Earhart's airplane, the team hopes to conduct a full-scale archaeological excavation next year with the proper permissions. "The eventual curation of the wreckage has been the subject of discussions with [the Republic of] Kiribati, and although nothing has been finalized, ALI [the Archaeological Legacy Institute] and the Purdue Research Foundation share a dream of returning the plane to Purdue to be displayed, consistent with Amelia's original wishes," he added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2511175342cf4db911bb4 Rays look to even series in Game 4 as Nick Martinez brings dominant record against Guardians te 2026-10-16T16:30:09.061Z Rays look to even series in Game 4 as Nick Martinez brings dominant record against Guardians We saw the end of a dynasty on Thursday night. I suppose if you're a Los Angeles Dodgers hater, you're happy. If you're a fan of the "small market" club, then you're happy as well. Baseball is one of those things where it almost doesn't matter who you have on the team. Just like in hockey, whichever team hits wins the game. We are now assured of two teams being in the bottom half of the league in payroll, representing the league in the World Series. The Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians play Game 3 on Friday night. The Rays came into this series as the best team in the American League. Their regular season saw them win 98 games and take the top spot in the League. They swept the New York Yankees in the ALDS and didn't even really sweat in that series. Now they are down 2-1 after having the lead in all three games. It is hard to close out games in the playoffs, but the Guardians seem to have the same never-say-die mentality that the Milwaukee Brewers have. Their hitting really hasn't been bad, and their pitching has been strong, but the Guardians have just been a bit better in both areas. Tonight, the Rays send out Nick Martinez to the hill. In the regular season, Martinez went 15-6 with a 3.10 ERA and a 1.09 WHIP. Those numbers were all top-15 in baseball. He made the first road start of the ALDS against New York, and he allowed two earned runs over 3.2 innings on five hits. The good news for Tampa fans is that Martinez has been elite against the Guardians this season. He has two starts this year against Cleveland, and he allowed seven hits and no walks in 13 scoreless innings this season. Jose Ramirez is 1-for-11 against him. TAMPA BAY RAYS WIN GAME TWO OVER GUARDIANS THANKS TO TERRIBLE ERROR FROM JOSÉ RAMÍREZ, EVEN ALCS AT 1-1 The Guardians were technically the second-ranked team in the American League, but based on record, they were lower. Cleveland struggled in the first round, losing the first two games to the Chicago White Sox. However, they found a way to make it work, getting the final three games of the series and advancing to face the Rays. The Guardians offense has been a bit inconsistent in the postseason, but they have won games in a multitude of ways. Cleveland hasn't made a decision on who will start today. It is possible they send Tanner Bibee to the mound. Bibee didn't have a great season, but it wasn't terrible, either. He had a 4.36 ERA and a 1.22 WHIP for the year. He has only seen one out of work for the postseason. It was in the 9-5 Guardians win over the Chicago White Sox, and he allowed two earned runs and two walks. He has 11 innings against the Rays this season, and has allowed four earned runs. The numbers make me think he will be in the bullpen if he doesn't start, but the team is likely to do a bullpen game overall. GUARDIANS SHUT DOWN RAYS BEHIND PITCHING STAFF, EPIC PETEY HALPIN BAT-FLIP FOR GAME 3 WIN TO TAKE SERIES LEAD This series really will come down to whichever team can get the big hit. There are so many matchups that managers set up with their pitchers that most hitters don't have the edge. You can't expect either team to put up a ton of runs, but I think Martinez starting today should give the Rays the advantage. Tampa won't be facing Parker Messick, Gavin Williams, or Foster Griffin in this game. I think their hitting can get to the Guardians bullpen, and I think Martinez gives them a small advantage. Give me the Rays to even the series today. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2510d75342cf4db911b8c 10 Pima County judges up for retention this November te 2026-10-16T16:30:05.253Z 10 Pima County judges up for retention this November Ten Pima County Superior Court judges are asking voters to keep them on the bench this November, and a state review commission found that all 10 meet its performance standards. The Arizona Commission on Judicial Performance Review surveyed attorneys, litigants, witnesses, jurors and other judges about each judge between February and September 2025. Respondents rated the judges on legal ability, integrity, communication skills, judicial temperament and administrative performance. The scores in this story reflect the share of respondents who rated a judge acceptable or better in each category. Most of the judges scored 92% or higher across the board. Two drew noticeably lower marks. Judge Catherine Woods scored between 82% and 89% in every category, while Presiding Judge Danelle Liwski scored 88% on legal ability but 91% or higher everywhere else. Response rates were low for several judges, which means a handful of surveys can move a score. For Liwski, just 21 of 176 surveys were returned. Pima County voters don’t pick Superior Court judges in head-to-head races. Instead, a nominating commission screens applicants and sends a list of finalists to the governor, who makes the appointment. Judges then appear on the ballot as a yes-or-no question, and a judge who gets more yes votes than no votes serves another four-year term. Newly appointed judges face voters after their first two years on the bench. Tucson Spotlight won a national award for local journalism collaboration. Get the stories that earned it delivered straight to your inbox. Pima County voters don’t pick Superior Court judges in head-to-head races. Judges are appointed by the governor and later face voters in yes-or-no retention votes. Caitlin Schmidt / Tucson Spotlight. Sandra Bensley Bensley spent years as a partner at a Tucson firm focusing on trusts, estates and elder law, and she previously worked as a Pima County public defender and a Glendale city prosecutor. Gov. Katie Hobbs appointed her to the bench in September 2024, months after she started as a court commissioner, and she now presides over the civil probate bench. This is her first retention election. She earned her law degree from Arizona State University and is a past president of the Pima County Bar Association. Respondents gave her strong marks, with scores between 94% and 96% in every category. Ninety-eight of 607 surveys were returned. Jeffrey Bergin Bergin’s 2011 appointment by Gov. Jan Brewer came after a private practice built on complex civil litigation, including bad faith insurance, wrongful death, product liability and construction defect cases. He later led the entire Pima County Superior Court as presiding judge before moving to the civil bench. He holds business and law degrees from the University of Arizona. Bergin scored 98% on legal ability and 99% in every other category, some of the highest marks in this group. His review also drew the most responses of any judge on the ballot, with 184 of 1,181 surveys returned. Janet Bostwick Bostwick’s path to the bench ran through employment law. She was a partner at Molloy, Jones & Donahue, ran her own practice focused on employment discrimination and consulted for the University of Arizona on equity compliance. A University of Arizona graduate, she was appointed by Gov. Doug Ducey in 2016 and has spent her time on the bench in juvenile court. Bostwick scored 95% on legal ability and 97% to 99% in the remaining categories. Seventy-six of 463 surveys were returned. Randi Burnett This is Burnett’s first retention election. Hobbs appointed her in 2023 after two years as a court commissioner. She spent much of her legal career in family law, worked five years as a staff attorney at Southern Arizona Legal Aid and was a founding board member of Step Up to Justice, a Tucson nonprofit that provides free legal help to low-income residents. She earned her law degree from the University of Arizona. She was reviewed while presiding over the family bench and has since moved to the civil bench. Burnett scored 98% on legal ability and between 92% and 97% in the other categories. Fifty-three of 343 surveys were returned. Alan Goodwin Goodwin earned the highest scores of any judge in this group, with 99% or 100% in every category. Jurors, litigants and fellow judges all rated him at or near the top, and 131 of 560 surveys were returned. Ducey appointed him in 2020, and he started on the family law bench before moving to criminal court. Goodwin previously led the Special Victims Bureau at the Pima County Attorney’s Office and spent six years on active duty as an Air Force judge advocate, later rising to colonel in the Air Force Reserve. He holds undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Alabama. Attorneys, litigants, jurors and other judges rated each judge on the ballot, and most scored 92% or higher across the board. Courtesy of Pima County Superior Court. Cynthia Kuhn Kuhn came to the bench in 2016, when Ducey appointed her after she worked in private practice handling commercial disputes, personal injury, probate and environmental cases. She also served as a judge pro tem. She has served on the family and civil benches and earned her law degree from the University of Arizona. Kuhn scored 96% on legal ability and 97% on administrative performance, with lower marks of 92% on integrity and temperament. Litigants and witnesses rated her lower than attorneys or other judges did. Her review drew 156 responses out of 1,094 surveys. Danelle Liwski Liwski became presiding judge of Pima County Superior Court in July 2024, putting her in charge of the court’s operations. Brewer appointed her to the bench in 2011 after she worked as an assistant U.S. attorney, a Pima County prosecutor and a juvenile court hearing officer. She has served on the family, criminal and probate benches and helped create a drug diversion court for cases before indictment. She holds a law degree from the University of Arizona. Liwski scored 98% on administrative performance and between 91% and 95% on communication skills, temperament and integrity. Her lowest score, 88%, came in legal ability, and only 21 of 176 surveys were returned. Kathleen Quigley Quigley spent more than 15 years as a prosecutor with the Pima County Attorney’s Office before turning to juvenile court. Brewer appointed her in 2012, capping nearly a decade as a hearing officer and commissioner. She has stayed on the juvenile bench, served as its presiding judge and led the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges as president. She earned her law degree from the University of Arizona. Quigley scored between 97% and 99% in every category, and litigants and witnesses gave her near-perfect ratings. The review drew 73 responses from 415 surveys. Laurie San Angelo Ducey appointed San Angelo in 2020 to fill the seat Scott Rash left when he joined the federal bench. She serves on the juvenile court. Before her appointment, she spent nearly three decades at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, where she oversaw attorneys representing the state’s child welfare agency in southern Arizona, and she became a Pima County court commissioner in 2013. She holds a law degree from the University of Arizona and is a past president of the Pima County Bar Association. Her scores ranged from 92% on integrity to 96% on communication skills and administrative performance, with attorneys rating her lower than litigants or other judges did. Sixty-one of 483 surveys came back. Catherine Woods Woods received the lowest scores of any judge in this group, ranging from 82% on legal ability to 89% on administrative performance. Other judicial officers rated her highly, but attorneys gave her lower marks. Brewer appointed her in 2011 after a career in professional malpractice and commercial litigation at the Tucson firm Rusing & Lopez. She holds a law degree from the University of Arizona. Woods presided over the family bench when she was reviewed, but she now hears criminal cases. One hundred sixteen of 629 surveys were returned. Full performance reports for each judge are available at jpr.azcourts.gov. 💡 The general election is November 3. Pima County voters can register, check their registration or request a mail ballot at recorder.pima.gov. Caitlin Schmidt is editor and publisher of Tucson Spotlight. Contact her at caitlin@tucsonspotlight.org. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24ebd75342cf4db911b67 Flagstaff's Baskin-Robbins to host grand opening with $1.31 scoops on Saturday te 2026-10-16T16:20:13.582Z Flagstaff's Baskin-Robbins to host grand opening with $1.31 scoops on Saturday From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Baskin-Robbins' mascot Coney will be at the location along with music and a Baskin-Robbins prize wheel. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24eb975342cf4db911b43 Americans back Trump's decision against livestreaming Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution te 2026-10-16T16:20:09.131Z Americans back Trump's decision against livestreaming Nidal Hasan's firing squad execution Americans interviewed by Fox News Digital were overwhelmingly pleased with President Donald Trump's decision to call off livestreaming the Fort Hood shooter’s planned firing squad execution after the Pentagon had announced it would be livestreamed for public viewing. "I'm really glad that he called it off, because I feel like it's not really a deterrent, it's more like a shock effect," Sylvia from Arizona told Fox News Digital. "I don't think we really need that in this country right now." "The only other countries that really do that are like North Korea," David from Arizona said. "We don't want to be North Korea." AMERICANS DRAW THE LINE AT LIVESTREAMING ‘SPECTACLE’ OF FORT HOOD SHOOTER'S EXECUTION: ‘IT’S AN ABOMINATION’ "I never approved of the idea of it being public in the first place," Nate from Virginia said. "I think it's just ridiculous to make a spectacle out of an execution, especially in 2026 of all time." War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced earlier this month that Nidal Hasan’s execution, set for Dec. 3, would be publicly available via livestream. Trump took to Truth Social on Thursday to announce that while livestreaming the execution could serve as a deterrent to terrorism, the execution would not be available for public viewing as he acknowledged that many Americans would rather not witness Hasan's death. "He will die, as scheduled, by firing squad, but this event will not be streamed," Trump wrote on Truth Social. FORT HOOD SURVIVORS PRAISE TRUMP FOR SCRAPPING HASAN EXECUTION LIVESTREAM: ‘WE’RE NOT BARBARIC’ Despite the execution not being publicly available, Trump confirmed that the family members of the victims who died in the 2009 shooting "deserve to witness JUSTICE" and will be permitted to attend in person. "Well, maybe he has a conscience now," one person said about Trump’s reversal of the Pentagon’s decision to livestream the execution. Some Americans who spoke with Fox News Digital argued that Trump’s decision to call off the livestreaming was to save face after criticism of the proposal was circulating, with many arguing that livestreaming the execution would turn it into a spectacle and could easily be exposed to children. "I think it was trying to save his image," Ivy from Georgia said. "He doesn't wanna look like a bad person, but at the end of the day, we all know who he really is — a piece of s---," Ivy said. "I think it was just so clearly an unpopular thing to do that he realized it would probably do more harm to his public image than good," Nate said. Hasan, an Army psychiatrist at the time of the shooting, killed 13 and injured 32 people when he shouted "Allahu Akbar" and opened fire at a military base in Texas. The mass killer is now 56 years old and uses a wheelchair after he was left partially paralyzed from being shot by police officers during his arrest almost 17 years ago. TRUMP CLEARS WAY FOR FORT HOOD TERRORIST TO FACE ARMY FIRING SQUAD NEARLY 17 YEARS AFTER MASSACRE Only one person who spoke with Fox News Digital argued that livestreaming the execution would have been a good idea, even adding that he would have watched the livestream himself. "Yeah, I would watch," Daniel from Virginia said. "Because I wouldn't want somebody to kill another person, you know what I mean? That person should be held wrong for what he's done." Hasan was sentenced to death during his 2013 military trial after being found guilty on all 42 counts. His execution is set to be the first U.S. military execution in over six decades. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24eb775342cf4db911b3a Black civic group blasts Talarico campaign over canceled event: ‘Deeply disappointed’ te 2026-10-16T16:20:07.400Z Black civic group blasts Talarico campaign over canceled event: ‘Deeply disappointed’ Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico is facing lingering frustration from inside his own political backyard over the cancellation of an event that was supposed to take place on Oct. 5 with a Black civic-service group. The Central Texas African American Civic Engagement Symposium (CT-AACES) expressed deep frustration in an email, sent to the Talarico campaign and obtained by Fox News Digital, after the campaign cancelled an event – which had 325 confirmed registrants – during Talarico's two-week absence from the campaign trail due to illness. CT-AACES said the cancellation left them with "irrecoverable financial loss," and that Talarico's campaign had not engaged in rescheduling efforts "While we understand Representative Talarico’s health required priority, we are deeply disappointed by the campaign’s decision to issue a flat cancellation rather than committing to a rescheduled date," the email reads. "It was a missed opportunity for Representative Talarico to directly address community skepticism and demonstrate the sincerity of his commitment to Central Texas African Americans." The cancellation is the most recent instance of the tensions that Talarico's campaign has faced with the Black community. It also casts doubt on the effectiveness of his efforts to reach Black voteBlack voters through a $25 million outreach pledge aimed at mobilizing black voters is fully reaching the ground. TALARICO DISAPPEARANCE HAS DEM VOLUNTEERS WORRYING AND TRUMP ASKING, 'WHAT IS GOING ON?' The frustration isn’t isolated to CT-AACES. At least one Austin-area Democratic operative who has met directly with Talarico told Fox News Digital that she remains frustrated by what she described as uneven follow-through on outreach to Black Democrats and candidates further down the ballot. "Black voters aren't a monolith," the source cautioned, rejecting any blanket assertion that Black Texans distrust Talarico outright. "I think that there are pockets that do. There's a pocket that doesn’t. And then there's the pocket that's really unsure," she said. The operative, who previously ran for Talarico's prior state House seat and spoke to Fox News Digital, is particularly familiar with the nominee and the Democratic organizing landscape in the Austin region. Asked about a $25 million investment to focus on door-knocking in Black neighborhoods, in-person community events and engagement with Black churches, the source said those investments haven’t manifested yet. "We haven't received the money, but we're being told it's coming," she said of some accounts she has heard from the ground. "We received, you know, one or 2% of what we were told we were going to get. And then it's been silence since," she said. DAVID MARCUS: HOW CROCKETT'S LAST STAND IN TEXAS COULD BRING DOWN TALARICO The comments come after Talarico appeared on a Black voter coalition Zoom last week, delivering brief remarks about "put[ting] in the money … time … and effort to win" before his feed disappeared from the call reportedly without a public question-and-answer session. At the July Houston town hall where Talarico announced the $25 million pledge, nurse Kandice Webber confronted him as the event approached its scheduled end and demanded that he remain to answer questions. "Black people don’t trust you for this reason," she said, according to the Texas Tribune . "And you cannot win without us, so you stay here and you answer our questions, or you suffer the consequences," Webber said. During his primary, Talarico also encountered controversy over the black vote when reports surfaced the he had characterized rival candidate and former NFL linebacker Collin Allred as a "mediocre Black man." "He had the audacity to say to a Black woman that he had signed up to run against a mediocre black man," Allred said in a video response posted to X. "We should say ‘thank you.’ Thank you for taking off the mask. Thank you for telling us who you really are and what you really think… keep my name out of your mouth while you’re at it." Talarico, for his part, described the wording as a mischaracterization, stating that he "described Congressman Allred’s method of campaigning as mediocre" and that he would "never attack him on the basis of race." Talarico also received criticism from Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, his primary opponent in the Senate primary, after she accused him of darkening her skin in campaign ads against her. "And you know, I've been asked a couple of times about it. And you know, I look at this specifically as a civil rights lawyer, and I see when they're sending out ads and they're darkening my skin. And I'm just like, I know what this is, right?" Crockett said at a press conference. The operative said she personally pressed Talarico during a June meeting to do more to endorse and support down-ballot Democrats after hearing from campaigns that donors had already exhausted their political giving on his Senate bid and were asking whether he had endorsed those candidates. FOX NEWS POLL: IT’S A LONE STAR SENATE SHOWDOWN BETWEEN TALARICO AND PAXTON "He was very gracious. He said he understood," she told Fox News Digital. "I followed up with his staff multiple times and to this day have still not heard anything, which has been really frustrating to me." Fox News Digital reached out to the Talarico campaign for a response to the characterizations and comments. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24c6775342cf4db911ae1 World Series hero Miguel Rojas emotionally announces retirement after Dodgers get swept in NLCS te 2026-10-16T16:10:15.637Z World Series hero Miguel Rojas emotionally announces retirement after Dodgers get swept in NLCS Los Angeles Dodgers World Series hero Miguel Rojas announced his retirement from baseball Thursday at age 37. After the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Dodgers 6-4 to complete the sweep and advance to the World Series, an emotional Rojas said he was hanging up his spikes. "No, I think this is it, guys," Rojas told reporters postgame. "This is it as a player. That was my last game played. That was the last time that I put these cleats on and this uniform on as a player. From now on, I'm going to start thinking about what's going to happen in my life as a baseball person." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Rojas was responsible for one of the biggest swings in Dodgers history. In the ninth inning of Game 7 of the 2025 World Series, with the Dodgers trailing the Toronto Blue Jays by a run, Rojas hit a game-tying solo home run to send the game to extra innings. The Dodgers went on to win the game and secure their second consecutive World Series title. The two-time World Series champion may have retired from playing, but he plans to remain in baseball in a different role. "I want to start my career on the other side of the of this business and I'm looking forward to do it here, with the Los Angeles Dodgers, as well. It's really hard because I never wanted to make a big conference or anything like that but I just wanted to be clear with the guys and with everybody in this clubhouse that this was it. I'm ready to move on and start the next chapter of my career," Rojas said. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Rojas began his career with the Dodgers but was traded to the Miami Marlins after his first season. He spent the next eight seasons with Miami before being traded back to Los Angeles ahead of the 2023 season. The utility player said the last four seasons with the Dodgers have been life-changing. "Yeah, the last the last four years here for me have changed my life and I can't be more proud of being a Los Angeles Dodger for the time that I was here and I promise the guys loyalty forever because they helped me grow. And not just as a player but as a person, as a leader, as a future coach or whatever my job is going to be in the future as a baseball man, and I'm just so happy that I got to wear this uniform until the last day of my career," Rojas said. "I know losing the last game of the season this year it doesn't feel the same as the last two years but there's a lot of things to be happy for and to be proud for being part of this group and trying to trying to win three times in a row. It was special and that's something that I’m going to remember forever, the good, the bads, the up and downs, is all part of the process and is all part of the journey." In his 13-year career, Rojas was known more for his defense than his offense and was valued for his versatility across the infield. In 1,401 career games, he batted .260 with 61 home runs and 386 RBI. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24c6275342cf4db911ac0 Elorian’s first AI model wants to reason with images, not just about them te 2026-10-16T16:10:10.687Z Elorian’s first AI model wants to reason with images, not just about them according to Elorian's evaluations, Glimpse outperforms even GPT-6 Astra on scientific chart reasoning and short-form video captioning, with competitive results on other visual reasoning tasks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24c5f75342cf4db911ab7 Waymo’s robotaxis are headed to Canada te 2026-10-16T16:10:07.915Z Waymo’s robotaxis are headed to Canada The company will start off by testing its self-driving vehicles on Toronto's streets. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24a1175342cf4db911a6e Ilhan Omar's sister skips book tour event amid week of chaos following raid on progressive's DC home te 2026-10-16T16:00:17.271Z Ilhan Omar's sister skips book tour event amid week of chaos following raid on progressive's DC home ROCHESTER, Minn. — The older sister of embattled Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., who is currently on a book tour promoting a memoir about her life as a Somali immigrant, skipped a scheduled event amid the fallout from the raid on the congresswoman's home. As Omar faces a federal government probe related to potential immigration fraud as well as a separate investigation into her financial disclosures, Sahra Noor was scheduled for a book tour stop at the University of Minnesota Rochester on Thursday night. Noor, who came to the United States as a refugee alongside Omar and other family members in the 1990s, was reportedly subpoenaed in relation to the immigration investigation into her sister. She currently lives in Nairobi, Kenya, according to her LinkedIn page, but is on a worldwide book tour promoting her recently-released "Salt in the Snow: A Somali Immigrant Story." ILHAN OMAR’S HUSBAND INSISTS HE HAS ‘NO CONCERNS’ AMID FEDERAL IMMIGRATION INVESTIGATION Fox News Digital reached out to Noor for comment but did not hear back at time of publication. According to a flyer, which was posted on Facebook by Rochester-based bookstore Garden Party Books, the event was scheduled for Thursday night at 6:30 p.m. It was set to be held at the Intercultural Student Center at the University of Minnesota Rochester. When Fox News Digital arrived for the event, the space was completely empty. Fox News Digital had previously RSVP'd for the event via a QR code on the flyer and did not receive any communication that the vent had been canceled, rescheduled or relocated. Neither the University of Minnesota Rochester nor Garden City Books returned Fox News Digital's request for comment. Noor's absence from the book your stop comes amid rumors that Omar fled the United States following the raid earlier this week. While the congresswoman has not been seen in public since Monday's raid, her husband snapped when asked outside the home on Wednesday whether he had a response to the rumors that she fled the country. The flyer said that Garden Party Books, along with the University of Minnesota Bookstores and the Rochester Public Library, were "proud supporters" of the event. It also described Noor as a "poet, storyteller and health system leader," and said the book is a "story of migration, motherhood, grief and family." According to Noor's website, her book was officially launched during an event in a Nairobi bookstore on Aug. 13, 2026. She appeared in early September at a festival in Cape Town, South Africa to promote her work. OMAR RAID DRAWS OMINOUS WARNING FROM VANCE AS HE BLASTS PROGRESSIVE REP'S 'RAGE' TOWARD AMERICA Now, she is touring in the United States. Noor held an Oct. 1 event in Minneapolis, and another five days later at the University of Minnesota. She hosted an event in St. Paul, Minnesota on Oct. 7. Her next scheduled event is at the Somali Community Cultural Innovation Hub in Seattle on Oct. 23. Federal agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the leading investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), executed a search warrant on Omar's home starting at around 6:00 a.m. on Monday morning. ILHAN OMAR'S HUSBAND SNAPS OVER RUMORS SHE FLED US AFTER FEDERAL IMMIGRATION FRAUD RAID Fox News Digital first reported Monday that the raid stems from an investigation into whether Omar or her late father, Nur Mohamed, fraudulently filled out her citizenship paperwork decades ago. The investigation, two sources noted, could lead to the congresswoman's denaturalization. The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday that Omar's phone, passport and computers were seized in the raid. Omar has described the search as an "outrageous abuse of power" and called it an "unprecedented escalation in the weaponization of federal law enforcement to target political enemies." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24a0d75342cf4db911a4e In ‘You Can See Everything,’ Elizabeth Holmes meets her equal in comedian Nathan Fielder te 2026-10-16T16:00:13.266Z In ‘You Can See Everything,’ Elizabeth Holmes meets her equal in comedian Nathan Fielder Nathan Fielder's documentary about disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes has created a constellation of colliding personas that interrogate the very nature of authenticity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24a0b75342cf4db911a45 Tressfecta wants to make hair braiding a less arduous task for hairstylists te 2026-10-16T16:00:11.441Z Tressfecta wants to make hair braiding a less arduous task for hairstylists Tressfecta will be at this year's TechCrunch Disrupt! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad24a0775342cf4db911a38 Jorge Glem lleva el cuatro venezolano a la Sinfónica de Tucson te 2026-10-16T16:00:07.801Z Jorge Glem lleva el cuatro venezolano a la Sinfónica de Tucson Leer en inglés En Venezuela, cualquier reunión familiar, ya sea pequeña o grande, puede convertirse en una parranda improvisada: un tío trae un tambor, un primo toma unas maracas y, por supuesto, alguien agarra un cuatro. Así fue como Jorge Glem se inició en la música, en la calidez de su hogar. Glem creció en Venezuela y actualmente reside en Estados Unidos. Es miembro fundador de C4 Trío, agrupación ganadora de un Grammy Latino, y también ha sido nominado a un Grammy. Ha colaborado con artistas de la talla de Rubén Blades y Carlos Vives, además de haber actuado con la Filarmónica de Los Ángeles. “Cada vez que toco, recuerdo a mi familia. Hoy en día, el cuatro es un instrumento que me lleva, de manera muy nostálgica, a la Venezuela en la que me crié. Pero también es chévere, porque es una forma de tener esperanza y tener un piecito ahí en la tierra de uno,” dijo Glem a El Foco de Tucson. “Entonces tocar cuatro no es solamente hacer música sino también recordar los mejores momentos de mi vida.” Los días 23 y 25 de octubre, Glem llevará el cuatro, un instrumento pequeño de cuatro cuerdas, similar a una guitarra y considerado el instrumento nacional de Venezuela, a Tucson. Allí, se presentará junto a la Orquesta Sinfónica de Tucson (TSO, por sus siglas en inglés) en el marco de la Fiesta Latina, una serie de conciertos que rinde homenaje a la música y a los compositores latinoamericanos. Glem unirá fuerzas con el bajista venezolano Elvis Martínez para participar en la tercera entrega de esta serie, titulada Latin Sizzle, la cual celebra la música de Venezuela. Según explica Glem, el cuatro es un instrumento rico en matices rítmicos, melódicos y armónicos. “La mano derecha hace como un tambor, eso es un ritmo de percusión, y la mano izquierda está acompañando y haciendo melodías,” señala Glem. “Normalmente, eso pasaría con tres instrumentos distintos, así que el cuatro es un instrumento maravilloso y bien completo.” Glem describe el cuatro como “el soundtrack de Venezuela,” un instrumento que todos los venezolanos conocen. “(Yo tuve) un acercamiento natural hacia el instrumento, porque era lo que veía que tocaban en casa,” comentó Glem. Ayúdanos a crear noticias locales que unan a las personas, en lugar de separarlas. La Orquesta Sinfónica de Tucson presenta la Fiesta Latina, una serie de conciertos que rinde homenaje a la música y a los compositores latinoamericanos. Diana Ramos / El Foco de Tucson. Tradicionalmente, el cuatro se utiliza en el joropo, un género de la música folclórica venezolana. Sin embargo, Glem considera el cuatro como un instrumento universal, capaz de interpretar una gran variedad de géneros. Señala que, al igual que los seres humanos, los animales y la tecnología han evolucionado, el cuatro también posee esa capacidad de evolución. “No podemos seguir tocando lo mismo de hace cien años,” afirmó Glem. Dado que el cuatro sigue siendo relativamente desconocido en gran parte del mundo, no es raro que Glem actúe ante un público que desconoce qué es este instrumento o cómo suena. Él se siente profundamente orgulloso de ser cuatrista y de actuar como embajador de la música tradicional venezolana. “Es una gran responsabilidad, pero resulta maravilloso ver a la gente marcharse gratamente sorprendida y agradecida de escuchar un sonido nuevo, un instrumento nuevo. Eso tiene mucho valor,” comenta Glem. Su objetivo es lograr que el cuatro sea un instrumento reconocido a nivel mundial. “Es un trabajo de hormiguita, de día a día; y no es solamente mio, hay mucha gente que está trabajando por esto. Por lo menos ir a Tucson y mostrar el cuatro por primera vez ya es parte de mi misión como ser humano El director musical de la TSO, José Luis Gómez, junto con Glem y Martínez, se presentarán en el Linda Ronstadt Music Hall con un programa que incluye Margariteña, de Inocente Carreño; Odisea, nominada al Latin Grammy, y el Concierto para cuatro, de Gonzalo Grau; Fuga con pajarillo, de Aldemaro Romero; y la Quinta Sinfonía de Jean Sibelius. José Luis Gómez, director musical de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Tucson, quiso que Fiesta Latina reflejara la diversa herencia de la comunidad hispana y latinoamericana. La serie de conciertos se extenderá hasta el 1 de noviembre. Cortesía de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Tucson. Con Fiesta Latina, Gómez, nacido en Venezuela, buscó crear un espacio dentro de la programación de la orquesta que reflejara la diversa herencia de la comunidad hispana y latinoamericana. “Quería buscar una manera de hacer un caleidoscopio que dijera una historia de toda esa variedad que tenemos de ritmos y de melodías… Tucson tiene todo ese tinte de variedad y quiero que la orquesta forme parte de ese tejido cultural.” dijo Gómez. A medida que la TSO se acerca a su centenario en 2029, el objetivo de Gómez es impulsar a la orquesta incorporando obras que van más allá de los clásicos. Él es consciente de los prejuicios existentes hacia la música clásica, lo cual es una de las razones por las que ha ampliado el repertorio de la TSO. “Para escuchar música, lo único que hace falta son dos orejas,” explicó, añadiendo que, si bien contar con ciertos conocimientos resulta útil, no es un requisito indispensable. “Lo importante es estar presente y vivir la experiencia.” La Fiesta Latina se llevará a cabo semanalmente durante todo el mes de octubre. La serie de música de cámara “Up Close” de la TSO, titulado Fandangos and Malambos, tendrá lugar los días 17 y 18 de octubre en el Tucson Symphony Center y explorará la música de Uruguay y Argentina. Latin Sizzle se presentará del 23 al 25 de octubre, y Fiesta Latina culminará con el concierto del Día de los Muertos de la TSO el 1 de noviembre en el Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, con la participación de Edna Vazquez, del grupo Pink Martini. La Orquesta Sinfónica de Tucson, que se acerca a su centenario en 2029, presenta Fiesta Latina, una serie de conciertos que rinde homenaje a la música y a los compositores latinoamericanos. La serie concluye el 1 de noviembre. Cortesía de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Tucson. Los conciertos de Glem en Tucson llegan tras un verano en el que utilizó su música para apoyar a su país natal. En agosto, Glem y Martínez actuaron junto al director de orquesta venezolano Gustavo Dudamel y la Filarmónica de Los Ángeles en el Hollywood Bowl, en un concierto benéfico destinado a ayudar a las víctimas de los dos terremotos que sacudieron Venezuela en junio. Para Glem, formar parte de un esfuerzo de tal envergadura en apoyo a su país natal resultó sumamente significativo. “Yo no tengo la posibilidad de estar ahorita levantando escombros pero si tengo la posibilidad de hacer música y eso puede ayudar a llevarle un poco más de tranquilidad y comodidad a quien lo está haciendo o tratar de levantar fondos para ayudar a en los hospitales,” señaló. “Eso también es importante.” Cerca de 1.2 millones de venezolanos residen en Estados Unidos, y alrededor de 7 millones se encuentran repartidos por todo el mundo. La diáspora venezolana ha abierto una puerta que invita a los demás a conocer la cultura de Venezuela a través de su gastronomía, sus valores comunitarios o su música. Al tocar el instrumento nacional de Venezuela, Glem ha logrado compartir su herencia y su cultura con personas de todo el planeta. “Somos muchos (los venezolanos) tratando de poner la cara más bonita del país, en lo que podamos. Seguir unidos, sentirnos orgullosos de ser venezolanos, de ser latinos y de ser buenas personas. Ser hermanos y hermanas sin fronteras”. Visite tucsonsymphony.org para obtener más información sobre el ciclo de conciertos Fiesta Latina. Diana Ramos es egresada de la Universidad de Arizona y reportera de El foco Tucson Spotlight. Puede contactarla a través de diana@tucsonspotlight.org. Esta nota fue traducida por el equipo bilingüe de El Foco de Tucson. El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad247b175342cf4db9119f0 Josh Brolin says he became a full-time stock trader after Hollywood stopped calling te 2026-10-16T15:50:09.857Z Josh Brolin says he became a full-time stock trader after Hollywood stopped calling Josh Brolin said he wasn’t taken seriously as an actor until 2007’s Oscar-winning "No Country for Old Men" – and in the years before landing the movie, he had a short career as a full-time stock trader. The 58-year-old son of actor James Brolin told Theo Von on his "This Past Weekend" podcast that despite early success on "The Goonies," his career in Hollywood was going nowhere. Before he was cast as Brand in "The Goonies," he said he went on "350 auditions" and people told him, "It's not for you." 'LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE' STAR SAYS CHILD ACTORS GET 'DROPPED' AFTER HOLLYWOOD FAME FADES He said the '80s classic was his first time ever in front of a camera, admitting,"I ruined the first day of shooting 'cause I couldn’t stop laughing" because he was so nervous. Steven Spielberg told him to "take a breath" on the first day, because "we need to get through this." GOLDIE HAWN SOUNDS THE ALARM ON CHILDHOOD CELEBRITY CULTURE: 'ALL I CAN SAY IS IT'S A NIGHTMARE' Soon after making "The Goonies," he went to New York to study acting and do theater. He said that he "took it seriously," and he "had 22 years of taking it seriously because nobody was interested until really I did ‘No Country,’ and then ‘No Country’ kind of changed s---." Advertisement During that period, Brolin said he worked as a landscaper for a year and then became a stock trader when he was 30 "for almost five years full-time." "I was really good at it," he admitted, explaining that he worked from home using three screens, "four tabs per screen." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS He said he did both swing trading and day trading. BRAD PITT, MARGOT ROBBIE WORKED FAST FOOD JOBS AS EVA LONGORIA SAYS ‘EVERY KID NEEDS TO' "I made more money in those four years, really … than I had made in 20 years acting. But I didn’t really make hardly anything acting." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "Day trading I loved, man," he added. Even after he found critical acclaim in the industry, the money wasn’t blowing him away. For "No Country for Old Men," he said he was paid $100,000, "so I cleared what, $30,000? That’s not considered a great year." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE But his Hollywood career began to turn around quickly after that. While filming "No Country for Old Men," Brolin said he sent in an audition tape for "American Gangster" with his 16-year-old son playing Denzel Washington’s part. "And that’s the last audition I ever did," he said. Brolin is now starring in the thriller "Whalefall," about a diver who is swallowed by a whale. Brolin plays the main character's estranged father. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad247b075342cf4db9119e7 Fever star Sophie Cunningham calls Angel Reese dodging $500 fine for technical foul 'absolutely insane' te 2026-10-16T15:50:08.411Z Fever star Sophie Cunningham calls Angel Reese dodging $500 fine for technical foul 'absolutely insane' With the WNBA Finals set to begin on Saturday afternoon between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream, all the chatter is around which of these franchises will win their first championship since joining the league. For Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham, though, her focus is on a different issue. During the Dream's series-clinching win in Game 3 against the New York Liberty back on October 9, a situation unfolded following a foul in which Atlanta forward Angel Reese followed Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu after the latter had committed an illegal screen. Reese followed Ionescu down the court shouting "you can't do that" at the four-time WNBA All-Star. No technical foul was called, which incensed Cunningham. FEVER STAR SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM TELLS ACES' A'JA WILSON TO 'GROW UP' IN RESPONSE TO HER PLAYOFF MELTDOWN The Fever guard mentioned on her "No Hesitation" podcast that Reese avoiding the technical and subsequent $500 fine that is usually tacked on to a playoff tech was "absolutely ridiculous." "If you're going to chase someone down the court and get in someone's ear, that should be a tech. Anytime," Cunningham said. "It's going to be a tech in the regular season. Now, if she were to stay on her side and just kind of yell and say something, I'm all for that. But the fact that she didn't get a tech on that, I think that's absolutely insane." CAITLIN CLARK CALLS FOR FULL-TIME WNBA REFEREES AS OFFICIATING FAILURES MOUNT IN 2026 She wasn't the only one to share this sentiment, though, as ESPN WNBA analyst Rebecca Lobo mentioned on the broadcast that Reese should have been hit with a technical foul as the incident unfolded. While Cunningham was clearly miffed at the circumstances, she did mention that she respects the fact that Reese had her teammate's back in that situation. ANGEL REESE REVEALS 'EMBARRASSING' TRAINING CAMP STORY AFTER REACHING WNBA FINALS WITH ATLANTA DREAM The problem with not calling that first technical foul, though, is that a few minutes later, Reese was T'd up after standing chest-to-chest with Jonquel Jones after blocking her layup attempt into the stands. Two technical fouls in the same game would have resulted in an ejection of Reese, and could have changed the game in favor of the Liberty. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Cunningham didn't like the technical that was actually called on Reese, calling it "good playoff basketball," but did take exception to the gap between the two calls, characterizing it as "weird and inconsistent." Reese is sitting on two technical fouls heading into the Finals, and two more within the span of the seven-game series would result in a one-game suspension. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Reese and Cunningham's teammate, Caitlin Clark, have a history of hard fouls and competitive banter between the two. With that in mind, some credit has to go to Cunningham for being measured and fair in her assessment of Reese's fouls. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad247ae75342cf4db9119de Washington school district that forced kids to hide Bibles in sealed envelopes must apologize, pay $275K te 2026-10-16T15:50:06.792Z Washington school district that forced kids to hide Bibles in sealed envelopes must apologize, pay $275K A Washington state school district has agreed to publicly apologize, undergo religious liberty training and pay $275,000 in attorney's fees after a lawsuit challenged policies that required elementary school students to keep Bibles concealed in sealed envelopes, according to a Christian education organization whose CEO says children felt pressured to hide their faith. Joel Penton, founder and CEO of LifeWise Academy, told Fox News Digital in an interview Thursday that parents described the emotional toll of the Everett School District's restrictions, which also included requiring families to submit permission slips every week for their children to attend voluntary, off-campus Bible instruction. "I also heard from parents that their children felt like they were being told they had to hide their faith when they were told they had to put their Bibles and things in envelopes as though it was something to be ashamed of, and I know that was very hurtful as well," Penton said. WISCONSIN STUDENT ALLEGES SCHOOL BARRED HER FROM USING BIBLE VERSE AT GRADUATION LifeWise Academy, which provides privately funded Bible instruction to public school students during the school day with parental permission, filed suit after the Everett School District imposed restrictions that the organization argued unfairly targeted its program. Penton said LifeWise had operated in Everett for several years, serving dozens of students and families, before the school board changed its policies. "Then the school board changed some of their policies in some ways that were pretty transparently discriminatory, and infringed on the religious liberty of our program there," Penton said. "And some of those policy changes included requiring parents, instead of simply signing a permission slip one time for the entire semester, the entire year, they were requiring them to hand-bring in a permission slip each and every week, which was quite onerous." Penton said they were told they were not allowed to participate at some of the community fairs, which he claimed other student organizations were able to participate in. TEXAS BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVES REQUIRED READING LIST WITH BIBLE PASSAGES FOR 5 MILLION STUDENTS "And then they also told students that if they received any worksheets or even a Bible at our program, when they came back to the school, that those had to come back in sealed envelopes so that other students wouldn't be exposed to them," Penton said. He argued that the weekly permission requirement threatened the program's ability to operate. "We knew at least with the permission slip policy that it was meant to effectively shut down the program, that one of the reasons students, parents enroll their students is because of how practical and convenient it is for them to receive Bible education during school hours as part of their school day," Penton said. "And now to tell them that they had to personally bring in a permission slip each and every week just made it really impractical for a lot of parents, and I know there are many who are frustrated about that." Penton said LifeWise initially attempted to resolve the dispute directly with school officials and later through an attorney before filing suit. EXCLUSIVE: INDIANA SCHOOL COUNSELOR FIRED FOR SPEAKING OUT ON GENDER IDENTITY POLICY SETTLES LAWSUIT FOR $200K In April, a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction against the district, according to LifeWise. The settlement announced Wednesday by LifeWise Academy requires changes to district policies, religious liberty training for school board members, a public written apology posted on the district's website for six months and $275,000 in attorney's fees, according to the organization. The announcement of the settlement quoted a statement from the district which said, "The District recognizes that comments made at various Board meetings that concerned LifeWise, including by Directors, were offensive and hurtful to the families participating in LifeWise programming. For that, the District and its Board of Directors offer a sincere apology." In a statement posted on their website, Everett Public Schools said, "Parents and guardians have the right to choose to seek the release of their students during the school day for religious-related activities or instruction that occurs off school property for part of the school day pursuant to District Policy 2340 and Procedure 2340P. The policy and procedures align with both Washington State (RCW 28A.600.025) and federal law, with which the district is required to comply. The procedure allows students to be excused for a portion of the school day, provided the instruction is conducted off-site and does not disrupt their regular classroom instructional time." Fox News Digital reached out to the Everett School District for comment, and was referred back to the district's statement, with the school district saying, "There were no changes to the policy. The Student Release Guidelines have been updated to comply with the terms of the settlement." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2455a75342cf4db911978 DAVID MARCUS: Why Abdul El-Sayed’s anti-billionaire screeds may not play in Grand Rapids te 2026-10-16T15:40:10.497Z DAVID MARCUS: Why Abdul El-Sayed’s anti-billionaire screeds may not play in Grand Rapids I am pleased to report that Grand Rapids, Michigan, is an absolutely thriving mid-sized American city that almost feels like walking back in time. It has sidewalks full of people, streets full of cars and big beautiful buildings filled with businesses. When I asked locals what the secret of this success was, a surprising number of people cited a handful of billionaire philanthropic families: the very same billionaires that Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayad says should not exist in the Wolverine State, or anywhere in America. Among these wealthy families with deep roots in Grand Rapids and broader Western Michigan are the Davos, Van Andel and Meijer families, whose names can be seen on institutions all over town — owing the billions they have donated. DAVID MARCUS: IN BOOMING DETROIT, VOTERS SKEPTICAL OF SOCIALISM SNAKE OIL Joan is a docent at the splendid Grand Rapids Public Museum, just across from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, and she told Fox News Digital of the museum and Grand Rapids’ success, "We have a few families that really do a lot to fill gaps and help to make things happen." Inside the massive museum, which looks like it should be in a city with an NFL team, is a mini Grand Rapids from the 1880s with stores to poke into. It was at the chemist that I met Joan, and honestly, add a bit of glass and steel and the city today seems just as bustling. At one point, I found myself in the museum, looking at the bones of a prehistoric mastodon. Through the window behind it, bright yellow construction machines worked along the waterfront, while beyond them stood the short, proud buildings on the other side of the Grand River, from which the town takes its name. In this parallax, one can see a kind of continuity that most American cities lack: the past, present and future in a positive lockstep. JD VANCE WARNS 'LIMOUSINE SOCIALISTS' WILL DESTROY MICHIGAN AUTO JOBS, DEPRESS AMERICAN WAGES Later that day, I asked a construction worker about how often he works on buildings attached to these wealthy families. He said, with that distinct Western Michigan accent, "All the time, half the big projects we work on have one of the names on it," and laughingly added, "sometimes all the names." There are myriad reasons why Grand Rapids is doing so well, but to discount the impact of these wealthy local families’ philanthropy is to miss a huge plot point of the economic success story. ECONOMIST CALLS OUT AMERICA’S SOCIALIST ELITE, SAYS THEY GOT RICH BASHING CAPITALISM This is not a new feature of American civic growth. From the Astors in New York City to the Carnegies in Pittsburgh, our cities have always benefited from the noblesse oblige of what El-Sayed, who himself owns foreign investment property, would call "the 1%." Today’s left has a very different vision of noblesse oblige, which was on display this summer as several high-ranking New York City Democratic Socialists of America members were exposed as rich kids living off of mommy and daddy’s wealth. SOCIALIST-BACKED DEM WHO RIPPED THE WEALTHY CRACKS STATE’S TOP 1%, TAX RETURNS SHOW For today’s left, noblesse oblige means marching through the streets and getting communists elected before retiring to your trust-funded million-dollar apartment. In Michigan, it still means building museums, libraries and medical centers. Some Michiganders, such as Maggie, who is retired and lives near Grand Rapids, did express concern about income inequality. "Where we live in Holland, there are houses that are maybe $60,000. You go two blocks away, and there are $6 million houses on the lake," she said. "The haves and the have-nots are so pronounced." DAVID MARCUS: SOCIALISM AND EL-SAYED RUN INTO HARSH REALITY IN BLUE-COLLAR MICHIGAN But even Democrat Maggie and her husband Doug, who are safe votes for El-Sayed, do not express the kind of anger and condemnation toward billionaires that he and his fellow travelers — such as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. — regularly perform. In El-Sayed’s ideal world, the money spent by the grand families of Grand Rapids on civic projects would go directly to the government instead, supposedly to mete out more equally. But this utterly discounts the economic power of a strong philanthropic community. El-Sayed has famously said that he wants no billionaires, but the problem with this socialist hokum is on full display in beautiful Grand Rapids. In fact, on the ground, billionaires make the places they live much better, and plant the civic seeds that sprout the millionaires El-Sayed claims to want. Republican candidate Mike Rogers would be wise to point out loudly that El-Sayed’s war on billionaires would have a devastating impact on Michigan. Rather than demonizing the wealthy, the government should be working with them to "fill the gaps," as Joan put it, and get things done without the endless bureaucracy of government. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2455575342cf4db911959 Jev is Vercel’s fastest-adopted AI model ever te 2026-10-16T15:40:05.738Z Jev is Vercel’s fastest-adopted AI model ever The data comes from the Vercel's AI gateway, a unified API service similar to OpenRouter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2430775342cf4db911908 Parents Struggle to Help Their Children After School Killings in Oregon te 2026-10-16T15:30:15.971Z Parents Struggle to Help Their Children After School Killings in Oregon The city of Bend is grappling with the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary, which killed three children and a teacher. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2430675342cf4db9118ef Even Real Evidence Can Tell the Wrong Story | Opinion te 2026-10-16T15:30:14.108Z Even Real Evidence Can Tell the Wrong Story | Opinion Authentic evidence can mislead us. As AI complicates trust, lawyers must test what the facts establish before accepting the story. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2430375342cf4db9118e6 Amelia Earhart Timeline as Team to Give Search Update This Weekend te 2026-10-16T15:30:11.811Z Amelia Earhart Timeline as Team to Give Search Update This Weekend The search for the aviation pioneer’s lost plane continues, despite severe weather delaying an expedition on Thursday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2430175342cf4db9118dd Trump's Claims El-Sayed Is Member of Muslim Brotherhood Assessed  te 2026-10-16T15:30:09.559Z Trump's Claims El-Sayed Is Member of Muslim Brotherhood Assessed  President Donald Trump has accused Abdul El-Sayed of being a member of the Muslim Brotherhood, which the Democrat has denied. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad242fe75342cf4db9118d4 Biggest Power Grid Operator Says Data Centers Leave ‘Little Room for Error’ te 2026-10-16T15:30:06.580Z Biggest Power Grid Operator Says Data Centers Leave ‘Little Room for Error’ "Energy flow on the system is increasing while reserves are dwindling, leaving little room for error," PJM's David Souder said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23e6375342cf4db911819 Josh Jacobs sues police to permanently seal video evidence in battery case against him te 2026-10-16T15:10:27.663Z Josh Jacobs sues police to permanently seal video evidence in battery case against him Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs filed a lawsuit against the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department, seeking to have evidence in his battery case permanently sealed. According to the criminal complaint, Jacobs was accused of throwing his ex-girlfriend onto the ground and damaging her phone, and video would show the portion that occurred in the garage. The NFL is attempting to obtain the video as part of its own investigation, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Jacobs' complaint says the police should be prohibited from publicly releasing "descriptions, images, audio recordings, video recordings, statements, communications, or other materials" whose disclosure might threaten the woman’s "privacy, dignity, safety, emotional well-being, or ability to obtain closure." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The complaint also notes that public sports figures have recently been targeted for robberies and other related property crimes, and that releasing the video would reveal details of the garage’s interior that might put Jacobs at risk. "The public availability of (Jacobs’) schedule or travel information increases the risk that persons could identify periods when (Jacobs) is away from home and use released information concerning the residence, garage, access points, security arrangements, or property to target the property," the complaint says. "Widespread public dissemination of those details would materially increase (Jacobs’) vulnerability to theft, burglary, robbery, trespass, or other targeted criminal conduct." Jacobs pleaded no contest to battery and criminal damage to property from the May 23 incident, which were both misdemeanors. Jacobs was also ordered to have no contact with the woman involved, pay restitution, attend counseling and be under supervision for one year. DAN ORLOVSKY ANNOUNCES 'UNIMAGINABLE TRAGEDY' AS BROTHER-IN-LAW DIES SUDDENLY AT AGE 43 That video hasn’t been released, and lawyers representing the woman filed a motion last month asking that the evidence be sealed. The veteran running back remains on the Commissioner’s Exempt List, though time spent there would count toward a suspension. The matter remains under review by the league's personal conduct policy and there's no timeline for a decision. The NFL’s baseline suspension for a first-time domestic violence offense is six games without pay as part of its conduct policy. The suspension could increase depending on factors including the involvement of a weapon, repeated striking and more. OutKick's Scott Thompson and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23e5d75342cf4db911810 Zach Bryan drops 'Young Manhood & Other Donatable Organs' EP featuring Lana Del Rey collaboration te 2026-10-16T15:10:21.142Z Zach Bryan drops 'Young Manhood & Other Donatable Organs' EP featuring Lana Del Rey collaboration Zach Bryan's new music is officially out. There has been a ton of hype surrounding the country music star since he announced that "Young Manhood & Other Donatable Organs" would arrive Friday. Bryan is one of the biggest names in the music industry, and after announcing he was collaborating with Lana Del Rey and Turnpike Troubadours, it was obvious the EP would move the needle. That's exactly what happened. Bryan dropped the eight-song EP Friday morning for his millions of fans, and it's everything people have come to expect from him. It's an emotional roller coaster. The full track list is below: His song "Lies" with Lana Del Rey is absolutely a major standout on the EP. Give it a listen below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. People on YouTube offered plenty of reactions to "Lies." One person wrote in the comments, "Lana's voice just feels like home." Another added, "Putting Lana on this was Zach Bryan’s best decision ever." A third commented, "These two poets are going to make me cry 💔." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The YouTube video of "Lies" has more than 50,000 views in just a few hours after being released to the public. There are few artists in the music world who can move the needle like Zach Bryan can, and he, once again, proved that with "Young Manhood & Other Donatable Organs." Have you already listened? Let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c2275342cf4db911786 Controversy over Abdul El-Sayed's family ties to Muslim Brotherhood ignored, downplayed by liberal media te 2026-10-16T15:00:50.911Z Controversy over Abdul El-Sayed's family ties to Muslim Brotherhood ignored, downplayed by liberal media Several legacy news organizations have not covered allegations involving the family of Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. El-Sayed's denial of having any family ties to the Muslim Brotherhood has drawn questions after several social media posts from his half-sister suggested that members of their family, including their mother, were active in the Islamist group. ABC and CBS had not mentioned the allegations on their morning or evening news broadcasts as of Thursday, Oct. 15, according to a Fox News Digital review of Grabien transcripts. ABDUL EL-SAYED'S ALLEGED FAMILY TIES TO MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD SURFACE AFTER DENYING ANY LINK DURING NBC INTERVIEW The allegations were finally mentioned on CBS’ morning show on Friday, but simply to note that El-Sayed has denied claims by his Republican opponent Mike Rogers.  CNN and MS NOW have similarly not aired dedicated news reports about the allegations as of Thursday, despite several hours of daily programming per transcripts. A conservative panelist made a brief reference to the controversy on Monday's "CNN This Morning," which went without acknowledgment by host Audie Cornish.  On Thursday night, CNN's Abby Phillip disputed concerns raised by another conservative guest, arguing that the allegations did not establish a connection between El-Sayed and the Muslim Brotherhood. "Abdul was not raised by his biological mother," Phillip said. "His parents divorced when he was 3. He doesn't have that kind of relationship with her. So the idea that he would be tarred and feathered for a Muslim Brotherhood connection that frankly A. is not verified, and B., does not actually say anything about how he was raised here in Michigan." "He said to his knowledge, he is not aware of any connections with the Muslim Brotherhood. And you know what? You can take that up with him, but the insinuation is that he is a member of the Muslim Brotherhood," she later added.  On Friday morning, conservative guest Jesse Arm told CNN viewers that El-Sayed’s family had "deep ties" to the Muslim Brotherhood in a comment that was met with pushback.  "We should really point out there’s also a lot of CNN fact checking, and specifically on the mother and brother, what he has responded to," anchor Erica Hill said. "There is so much for all candidates that is in their past and needs fact-checking." MS NOW's most direct reference to the allegations came Monday night when guest host Jacob Soboroff knocked El-Sayed's Republican opponent for focusing on the "smears" against the Muslim Democrat, including tying El-Sayed to the Muslim Brotherhood. The New York Times, widely dubbed "The Paper of Record," has not published a single report on the subject this week, according to search results on its website. NBC was the only broadcast network identified in the review as having covered the allegations, having questioned El-Sayed directly in two interviews. ABDUL EL-SAYED GROWS AGITATED WITH REPORTER AFTER BEING PRESSED ON FAMILY'S ALLEGED MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD TIES During an interview that aired on Sunday's "Meet the Press," NBC's Kristen Welker asked El-Sayed if he could "set the record straight" on allegations that he and his family had connections to the Muslim Brotherhood. He firmly replied, "No," before suggesting his GOP rival was using Islamophobic attacks against him and his family. However, according to social media posts made by his half-sister Eman Abdelhadi, members of their family, including their mother, had ties to the Muslim Brotherhood. "Had an amazing talk with my mom about her activism in the Muslim Brotherhood during the early 70s while she was in college #respect," Abdelhadi wrote in a 2012 X post, as first reported by the Washington Free Beacon. Their mother, Fatten Elkomy, had attended Egypt's Alexandria University, which, according to a report from the Brookings Institution, had strong Muslim Brotherhood activity back in the 1970s. EL-SAYED’S HALF SISTER OFFERED OCT 7 ‘BLESSING,’ ONE YEAR AFTER HAMAS ATTACK: ‘ALLAHU AKBAR’ In another 2012 post, Abdelhadi, a professor at the University of Chicago, wrote: "My family has long been MB, but I've always felt that it has navigated the political sphere poorly/destructively." In a third post from 2013, she wrote, "Praying for all my family that supports the #MB in #Egypt. Lie low, stay safe." On Wednesday's "NBC Nightly News," El-Sayed was confronted by NBC's Tom Llamas about how Abdelhadi's posts appear to contradict his own denial to Welker. "It's funny to me," El-Sayed responded. "I was born in 1984 down the street in Rochester Hills. I was raised here in Michigan, went to the University of Michigan, rebuilt the health department in this city, led the health department in this county — and you want to ask me about what's happening in Egypt in 1970? Are you serious?" "I get it, but you were asked a question, and you gave an answer," Llamas responded. "I have no ties, we have no ties," El-Sayed said, reiterating his denial. CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST MEDIA AND CULTURE NEWS The Democratic hopeful told Llamas he hadn't had conversations with his mother about her alleged Muslim Brotherhood activity and accused the anchor of using "hearsay evidence from a tweet." "That's just not serious," El-Sayed said. "But you've also gone after the president for truthfulness and when people ask you a question, do you expect the truth?" Llamas then asked. "Are you insinuating that somehow I was lying?" El-Sayed fired back. "I don't know, that's why I'm asking," Llamas responded. "And I'm telling you that I was not," El-Sayed told him. Representatives for ABC, CBS, CNN, MS NOW and The New York Times did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1f75342cf4db911778 Layoffs Tracker: Kroger, Pfizer, Netflix and Amazon Hit This Week te 2026-10-16T15:00:47.446Z Layoffs Tracker: Kroger, Pfizer, Netflix and Amazon Hit This Week The latest cuts show that the recent layoffs are not confined to one corner of the economy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1d75342cf4db91176f White House Wades Into 'SNL' Shane Gillis Drama te 2026-10-16T15:00:45.679Z White House Wades Into 'SNL' Shane Gillis Drama The White House shared their opinion on what people should wear to the gym, following fallout over Shane Gillis' SNL monologue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1c75342cf4db911766 The FDA Must End Unnecessary Drug Trials | Opinion te 2026-10-16T15:00:44.016Z The FDA Must End Unnecessary Drug Trials | Opinion The Food and Drug Administration should cut biosimilar trials to reduce costs, boost competition and improve patient access. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1975342cf4db91175d James Talarico Faces MAGA Lawsuit Over Slogan To Woo Conservatives te 2026-10-16T15:00:41.816Z James Talarico Faces MAGA Lawsuit Over Slogan To Woo Conservatives Steven Crowder threatened to sue James Talarico, CNN and Jubilee Media over the use of his trademarked “Change My Mind” format. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1775342cf4db911754 Map of Most Popular Halloween Candy in Each State Amid 2026 Price Hikes te 2026-10-16T15:00:39.357Z Map of Most Popular Halloween Candy in Each State Amid 2026 Price Hikes Candy and chewing gum prices were 7.7 percent higher in September than a year earlier. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1575342cf4db91174b Republicans Face New Warning Signs in Deep-Red Montana te 2026-10-16T15:00:37.440Z Republicans Face New Warning Signs in Deep-Red Montana MT-01, a district Trump carried by 12 points in 2024 is now a tossup, and a new poll puts the independent Senate nominee ahead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1375342cf4db911742 Oregon School Shooting District Had Banned Staff From Carrying Guns te 2026-10-16T15:00:35.561Z Oregon School Shooting District Had Banned Staff From Carrying Guns The shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, occurred in a school district that had banned guns from its premises. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c1175342cf4db911739 Kamala Harris Pitches Supreme Court, Electoral College Reform te 2026-10-16T15:00:33.906Z Kamala Harris Pitches Supreme Court, Electoral College Reform Kamala Harris called for adding Supreme Court justices during an interview with Keke Palmer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0f75342cf4db911730 Experts Studied Daytime Habits of Older Adults—One Was Linked to Dementia te 2026-10-16T15:00:31.848Z Experts Studied Daytime Habits of Older Adults—One Was Linked to Dementia Daytime napping—how often, how intentionally and how long—was found to influence a person's risk of developing dementia. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0d75342cf4db91171e Americans Finally Get That Fair Health Care Does Not Equal ‘Socialism’ | Opinion te 2026-10-16T15:00:29.690Z Americans Finally Get That Fair Health Care Does Not Equal ‘Socialism’ | Opinion The U.S. health system is making Americans sick; and a better, fairer model will become increasingly important at the ballot box. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0b75342cf4db911715 Satellite Images Show Su-34 Destruction Costing Russia $200 Million te 2026-10-16T15:00:27.919Z Satellite Images Show Su-34 Destruction Costing Russia $200 Million Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the Russian planes were ready to strike his country when they were attacked. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0a75342cf4db91170c Green Card Approval Rate Drops for 3 of 5 Major Categories te 2026-10-16T15:00:26.026Z Green Card Approval Rate Drops for 3 of 5 Major Categories USCIS data shows green card approval rates fell for family, employment and Cuban cases. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0775342cf4db911703 Eating More Ultra-Processed Food Linked to Silent Brain Damage te 2026-10-16T15:00:23.334Z Eating More Ultra-Processed Food Linked to Silent Brain Damage Researchers found those who ate more ultra-processed food were more likely to show early warning signs of heightened stroke risk. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0575342cf4db9116fa Who is Josh Turek’s Wife? Jarolin is an Immigrant From Dominican Republic te 2026-10-16T15:00:21.199Z Who is Josh Turek’s Wife? Jarolin is an Immigrant From Dominican Republic Turek’s family experience gives immigration a personal dimension as he battles Ashley Hinson for an open Senate seat. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0375342cf4db9116f1 Who is Ashley Hinson’s Husband? Matt Arenholz Lobby Connections Explained te 2026-10-16T15:00:19.480Z Who is Ashley Hinson’s Husband? Matt Arenholz Lobby Connections Explained Questions over insurance industry access add a new line of attack in Ashley Hinson and Josh Turek’s tight Iowa Senate race. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23c0175342cf4db9116e8 Architects Warn Building Homes Won't Solve Housing Crisis—Here's What Could te 2026-10-16T15:00:17.392Z Architects Warn Building Homes Won't Solve Housing Crisis—Here's What Could By 2050, we'll be designing homes around technologies and patterns "difficult to imagine today," an architect told Newsweek. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23bff75342cf4db9116df Businesses Need to Prepare for Customers Who Talk, Not Type te 2026-10-16T15:00:15.520Z Businesses Need to Prepare for Customers Who Talk, Not Type Voice AI could make everyday tasks easier, but businesses need proof it works for customers before redesigning services around it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23bfc75342cf4db9116d6 Mary Peltola Angles to Escape the Democratic Brand in Trump Country te 2026-10-16T15:00:12.898Z Mary Peltola Angles to Escape the Democratic Brand in Trump Country Peltola's Alaskan identity has been a core part of her messaging, focusing on her understanding of life in the state. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23bfa75342cf4db9116cd Troy Jackson Massively Outraising Susan Collins, Last-Minute Filing Shows te 2026-10-16T15:00:10.482Z Troy Jackson Massively Outraising Susan Collins, Last-Minute Filing Shows The two U.S. Senate candidates just concluded a four-debate showdown in Maine ahead of Election Day on November 3. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad23bf875342cf4db9116c4 The Peptide Boom Needs Proof, Not Promises | Opinion te 2026-10-16T15:00:08.055Z The Peptide Boom Needs Proof, Not Promises | Opinion Peptide use is increasing, but unapproved products may pose risks when evidence and quality controls fall short for users. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2374c75342cf4db9115f6 Amazon About You may know you a little too well te 2026-10-16T14:40:12.388Z Amazon About You may know you a little too well Amazon knows what you buy, what you search for and even what you tell its shopping assistant. Now, the company is giving you a look at the personality profile it has built from all that information. When I checked my own Amazon About You profile, I found 81 results, including a reference to my mother that caught me off guard. The feature brings together details about your shopping habits and preferences. Some are helpful. Others might make you wonder how Amazon reached those conclusions in the first place. Shoppers are now sharing screenshots of descriptions that range from funny to completely inaccurate. Amazon says the feature helps improve shopping recommendations. However, it also raises an interesting privacy question. How much should a retailer know about you, and how much control do you really have over that information? Join our upcoming CyberGuy LIVE class: 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money In this free live online class, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will share five practical ways to protect your trip and your wallet this holiday travel season. You’ll learn how to secure your phone and personal information, find better travel deals, avoid common scams, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Join us Saturday, October 31, at 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT. Register free now at CyberGuyLive.com. WHAT YOUR INTERNET PROVIDER, WEBSITES AND ADVERTISERS SEE Amazon introduced About You in May 2026, although the feature has recently attracted widespread attention as shoppers share their profiles on social media. Amazon has personalized shopping recommendations for years. If you bought a coffee maker, you probably noticed suggestions for filters or other accessories soon afterward. That kind of recommendation has become familiar to anyone who shops online. Now, Amazon is taking personalization further with About You, a section that shows shoppers what the company believes about their interests and preferences. According to Amazon's announcement, the feature draws on information from several sources, including your purchase history, product reviews and items saved to Lists. Searches and conversations with Alexa for Shopping can also influence what Amazon learns. For example, someone who regularly buys dairy-free milk might receive recommendations for other dairy-free products. A shopper researching gardening supplies could start seeing suggestions for fertilizer or companion plants. That sounds useful enough. However, Amazon can also develop assumptions about your personal preferences from individual purchases or short-lived interests. That's where things can get awkward. Some shoppers have started sharing screenshots of their Amazon profiles on social media. The results range from remarkably accurate to unintentionally hilarious. One Threads user discovered that Amazon had included the description "flat buttocks" in her profile. "I stumbled upon a page of assumptions that Amazon has made about me based on my purchases and I'm literally speechless," she wrote. She even acknowledged that the assessment wasn't entirely wrong. Still, it's hard to imagine anyone asking an online retailer for that particular evaluation. Meanwhile, another shopper shared a profile describing an obsession with minimalist, one-bag travel and a preference for Anker charging products. The shopper confirmed that Amazon had accurately identified those interests. A different user discovered that Amazon had recorded a "one-time specialty cheese exploration." The response was simple: "guilty." Other shoppers have shared descriptions such as "has no friends" and "cannot keep real plants alive." One woman even reported that Amazon had described her as a "fifty-year-old man." These are the kinds of assumptions that can leave you wondering whether Amazon knows you at all. My own profile included some remarkably specific observations. Amazon said I "do not like scary movies," "value professional grade audio equipment," "prefer dark chocolate treats" and "enjoy swimming." It even noted my regular fresh flower purchases. But one entry really surprised me. Amazon claimed my mother had stayed at a hotel with another person, whom it identified by name, and had a negative experience. I certainly didn't expect to find that kind of information about a family member in my shopping profile. These examples show how an algorithm can turn shopping activity into surprisingly specific personal descriptions. Of course, Amazon's conclusions may be incomplete or inaccurate. Buying something for a friend, for example, doesn't necessarily mean you have any personal interest in that product. YOUR PHONE MAY REVEAL DOCTOR, CHURCH AND PHARMACY VISITS Every time you interact with Amazon, you potentially give the company another clue about your preferences. A product search can suggest an interest, while a purchase provides a stronger signal about something you wanted at that moment. Amazon also uses information from its AI shopping assistant. If you tell Alexa for Shopping that your cat prefers a particular flavor of food, Amazon can use that detail to recommend similar products later. According to the company, these interactions help make recommendations more relevant. However, a single purchase might reflect a temporary need rather than a lasting preference. Think about buying an unusual gift for a relative. You might suddenly find Amazon treating that purchase as evidence of a personal hobby. That raises another concern. Some purchases can indicate sensitive interests involving health, relationships or other aspects of your private life. Even when Amazon draws an incorrect conclusion, you may still want to remove it from your shopping profile. Amazon makes About You available through its Shopping app, mobile website and desktop website. You can review the information the company has associated with your profile and make changes. If you don't see About You using those steps, try this alternate route in the Amazon Shopping app: Here's where I would spend a few minutes if you use Amazon regularly. The company says About You lets you correct preferences, provide feedback and remove information you don't want used for personalization. If you want to correct a detail instead of removing it, open the entry and look for an edit or feedback option. Make your changes and follow the prompts to save them. Amazon hasn't established that every account will show identical editing controls. The available options may depend on the information displayed. Removing a detail from About You changes how Amazon uses that preference for personalization. It does not necessarily erase the original purchase, search or conversation from every Amazon system. Editing your About You profile is a useful starting point. However, you should also review the activity that influences Amazon's suggestions. Amazon provides browsing history controls that can help reduce recommendations based on products you've viewed. Removing a product from the browsing history display should not be treated as confirmation that Amazon has deleted every record of the interaction. Amazon also provides controls for managing recommendations associated with past purchases. This can be particularly helpful when you've purchased gifts or products that have nothing to do with your interests. If you regularly use Alexa for Shopping, consider what you share during those conversations. Amazon says the assistant can remember details you provide and use them to improve future shopping experiences. Ask "What do you know about me?" to review the preferences Alexa can describe. Then use About You to correct or remove unwanted details. For additional privacy controls, review your Alexa privacy settings and voice history in the Alexa app or your Amazon account. Deleting voice recordings and removing shopping preferences are separate actions, so check both. Amazon provides ways to edit preferences and manage certain recommendation signals. However, the company hasn't established that removing everything displayed in About You permanently deletes all underlying information. Your purchase history, for example, can remain associated with your account even after you exclude an item from recommendations. Amazon may retain certain transaction records for operational or legal reasons. Also, About You is only one part of Amazon's broader personalization system. Correcting an assumption doesn't necessarily stop Amazon from generating new recommendations based on future shopping activity. If privacy is your priority, review your browsing history, recommendation settings and Alexa privacy controls rather than relying exclusively on the new profile page. I've always found Amazon's recommendations fascinating, but seeing 81 personal details in my own profile was an eye-opener. Some were surprisingly accurate. Others, including information about my mother, left me wondering how Amazon reached those conclusions. I appreciate being able to review and remove these details, but I'd like more transparency about what happens to that information afterward. My advice? Take a few minutes to check your own Amazon About You profile. You might be surprised by what the company thinks it knows about you. Would you be comfortable with Amazon building a personality profile from everything you buy and search for, or has online shopping personalization gone too far? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2374a75342cf4db9115ed I lost half my right lung to cancer. Pope Leo's diagnosis gives me hope te 2026-10-16T14:40:10.508Z I lost half my right lung to cancer. Pope Leo's diagnosis gives me hope When Pope Leo told the crowd in St. Peter's Square on Sunday that doctors had found "a small, localized nodule" in his lung, the reassurances came fast. Most nodules are benign, media medical experts quickly said. Probably nothing to worry about. I heard the same reassurances about my own lung not long ago. They were wrong then, and on Tuesday the Vatican confirmed they were wrong now. The nodule was adenocarcinoma, lung cancer. Surgeons removed the lower lobe of the Holy Father's right lung through a few small incisions, guided by a camera rather than an open chest, and he was back in his room the same afternoon. POPE LEO DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER AFTER SURGEONS REMOVE PART OF RIGHT LUNG, VATICAN SAYS That is almost exactly what happened to me. Half of my right lung was removed just 12 months ago, and I was running just four weeks after that. So, my first reaction when I heard the pope's diagnosis was not dread. It was hope.  I was 43, a mother of four, a daily runner, and the daughter of a lung doctor. The morning I learned I had lung cancer, I had already completed a six-mile run without a hint that anything was wrong. I had no symptoms. Under current guidelines, I was not supposed to be at risk, and I did not qualify for screening. POPE LEO UNDERGOES BLOOD TESTS, X-RAY FOLLOWING CANCER SURGERY, VATICAN SAYS My diagnosis came from a scan I chose, not from a symptom. My husband and I have always leaned toward proactive testing, and at his urging I scheduled what I assumed would be a baseline full-body scan, paid for out of pocket. It showed a 3.8-centimeter nodule on my right lung. Initial advice from the reading radiologist recommended to follow-up if symptoms occurred. But with a father as a lung doctor and a friend as a lung radiologist, they pushed me to follow up sooner. The new low dose CT of my chest showed the mass had grown in just two months. But that scan led to a diagnosis of stage 1B lung cancer and, like the pope, to surgery to remove it. Still, no symptoms ever appeared.  Four weeks to the day after my operation, I was on a plane. I was running again within weeks. Caught early and handled by a skilled medical team and a surgeon who does this every day, lung cancer is not a death sentence. It is a survivable disease, a fixable problem. If the pope keeps his November trip to South America, he will board that plane about as far out from surgery as I was. DR MARC SIEGEL: POPE LEO'S LUNG SURGERY PUTS MODERN MEDICINE ALONGSIDE FAITH So the gloom I see in my text threads with Catholic friends this week is misplaced. What should worry Americans is something else entirely. The pope's cancer was found during a routine checkup. Mine was found because I paid for a scan no one recommended. Most Americans get neither. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and one of the most expensive cancers to treat, because it is usually found late. Current guidelines recommend screening only for adults ages 50 to 80 with a heavy smoking history. Fewer than one in five people who qualify ever get the scan. And nearly two-thirds of people diagnosed with lung cancer would not have qualified at all. I am one of them. POPE LEO'S LUNG TUMOR RAISES QUESTIONS ABOUT CANCER RISK FOR NONSMOKERS Stage at diagnosis is the strongest predictor of both survival and cost. Found at stage I, five-year survival can exceed 90%. Yet most cases are still found after the disease has spread, when curative treatment becomes unlikely. There is a fix on the table. The Saving Health by Identifying Risk for Americans (SHIRA) Act, a draft bill now circulating in the White House, HHS and Congress, would make lung cancer screening free to the patient under Medicare — no copay, no deductible. It would cover veterans exposed to burn pits, guarantee a first scan to cancer survivors and those with a family history, and require Medicare to modernize who counts as "high risk" so that never-smokers, like me, stop being invisible. It builds a path toward age-based screening after 40, the way we already screen for breast and colorectal cancer. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION I was fortunate. A preventive scan, a persistent friend and father, and an early diagnosis gave me a future I might not otherwise have had. The pope was fortunate too: a routine check found his cancer before he felt a thing. Luck should not decide who survives lung cancer. Screening policy should. I am praying for the pope this week, and I am confident. I would like every American to have the same reason for confidence he does. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2374675342cf4db9115e1 Ocasio-Cortez Transfers $1 Million to Help El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Race te 2026-10-16T14:40:06.049Z Ocasio-Cortez Transfers $1 Million to Help El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Race The transfer represents an unusually large amount for a House member to give to a Senate race. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad234ee75342cf4db91155a Mark Wahlberg on using AI in film ‘the right way’ and being open to an AI clone carrying on his legacy te 2026-10-16T14:30:06.154Z Mark Wahlberg on using AI in film ‘the right way’ and being open to an AI clone carrying on his legacy Actor and angel investor Mark Wahlberg says he's OK with using AI in filmmaking, provided it's used "to enhance what you're doing." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2329e75342cf4db91153b Trio hopes to find ‘100 Men Who Care’ te 2026-10-16T14:20:14.200Z Trio hopes to find ‘100 Men Who Care’ Based on women’s group, members each give $100 to chosen nonprofit A group of men can have a major impact if they pool their resources to help the community. “The 100 Women Who Care were our inspiration,” 100 Men Who Care Verde Valley Alliance co-founder Damian Bruno said. “Judy [Reichert] came over Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2304c75342cf4db91149c The College Football Playoff is sacrificing its soul to be an ATM for conferences with expansion to 24 teams te 2026-10-16T14:10:20.630Z The College Football Playoff is sacrificing its soul to be an ATM for conferences with expansion to 24 teams INDIANAPOLIS - We are on the cusp of the college football playoff once again undergoing a drastic change in teams allowed into the postseason, and there are plenty of fans across the sport asking why it's needed. That question, along with plenty of others, is the catalyst of the most impactful kerfuffle we have seen in recent memory involving the college football universe. But, the answer to said argument is pretty simple when you peel through the layers of talking points each conference commissioner will recite over the next few weeks. COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF PREPARING EXPANSION TO 24 TEAMS IN 2027, WITH MORE GAMES COMING TO CAMPUSES ACROSS THE COUNTRY Money. This entire ordeal can be traced back to the infamous BCS formula, which captivated audiences with computer rankings that led to fans essentially yelling at computers at seasons end. INSIDE CFP EXPANSION BATTLE AS SEC, BIG TEN AND TV NETWORKS FIGHT FOR COLLEGE FOOTBALL’S NEXT BIG MOVE Fast forward to 2026, college football fans are vastly united in their stance that a jump from 12 to 24 teams is just not warranted during this current era of the sport. Sure, we are watching schools across the country make tough decisions about the ramifications that have come with increased spending within the sport. Because schools are now spending a large amount of money on piecing together rosters, with college football being the main driving force in universities paying their athletic department bills, conference officials have decided that they will use the College Football Playoff as their own line of credit to help pay the bills that keep accumulating. If you haven’t noticed over the past five years, we are now living in a professional sports model, within what was once described as amateur sports. The amount of money that is needed to keep up with rival schools has shot through the perceived roof, with some programs spending upwards of $50 million this season to compete for a CFP title. The thinking behind the closed doors of universities mostly centers around the idea that if they are going to spend that amount of money for a roster, they need more assurances that they will also receive a spot in the postseason, or at least in some way justify this thinking. COACHES PUSH FOR 24-TEAM CFP, AS COLLEGE FOOTBALL HEADS TOWARDS PARTICIPATION TROPHY TERRITORY Now, when a team finishes the regular season with an 8-4 record, they'll be able to hang a banner inside the football facility that reads 'College Football Playoff First Round', which they know is not the flex that it has been over the past two seasons. Yes, remember that we are only two years into the already expanded playoff system, after starting at four teams. Now, with a straight face, those in favor of expanding the playoff want you to think it's anything other than a money grab, or justification, during an era in which schools are having to find different ways to raise capital. On Thursday, after 34 days of negotiating, ESPN formally presented CFP committee members a formal offer of how much it is willing to spend for the extra games that would come from increasing the amount of teams by 12. Yes, this move would also be the end of conference title weekend across college football, though I could see this move actually opening up an avenue for Group of Six leagues to continue putting on a show for fans, if they chose to. COLLEGE FOOTBALL’S MEGA ROSTERS AREN’T DELIVERING A RETURN ON INVESTMENT AS LSU, TEXAS A&M AND OREGON PROVE According to sources, there was no vote taken on Thursday by members of the committee that are made up of conference commissioners and Notre Dame. And, there were some questions raised by those same committee members about whether they should take this to the open market, even though they essentially know how much other networks would be willing to offer. "Constructive discussions with ESPN continued this week," the CFP said in a statement. "We have enjoyed a strong partnership with ESPN since our inception and are appreciative of the productive dialogue we have had throughout the negotiating period and continuing over the last several days. "We will provide additional updates on the matters of future format and media rights when appropriate." It's simple: the regular season. Three weeks ago, I watched Ohio State lose to Texas in what was a thrilling game in Austin, with the Longhorns providing themselves with some cushion in case they were to drop two games over the remainder of this season. Last weekend, even though folks wanted to proclaim loudly that this game did not really mean much in terms of punishment pertaining to the regular season, Alabama and Georgia battled until the final seconds of what turned into a heavyweight fight in Tuscaloosa. Sure, Alabama can afford another loss this season and still make the playoff. But, two losses? Nope, the Crimson Tide would most likely be on the outside looking in, while someone else from the SEC grabs their spot in the postseason. What if Texas were to lose on Saturday to a Florida team that will be heading to Austin with consecutive losses? Well, we'd be having a serious conversation about Steve Sarkisian missing the CFP with a roster that costs more than $40 million this season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE In the eyes of the conferences, and CFP committee, the allure of a postseason bid is the carrot that would dangle in front of them so that fans would look the other way at the nonsense this creates for the football played in September or October. Sure, fans will continue to show up, but the sport will have officially lowered the stakes of the intense showdowns we witness on a weekly basis across the sport during a regular season. The point is that in this new format, games that take place in September, or even early October, will feel more meaningless than ever. Showdowns this weekend, like Missouri versus Ole Miss or Notre Dame versus BYU, will be looked upon with a different eye by those attending or watching at home. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Any team with a 9-3 record, or maybe even 8-4, who calls the SEC or Big Ten home will no longer feel the tension that comes with sitting at home to watch the CFP selection show in hopes of pulling off a miracle and being selected by the committee. We have officially lost the plot to what made college football so great, with every dollar that this new deal creates for every conference that makes up the sport. If they actually cared about what is best for college football, those in charge of helping the sport grow would have read the room and kept this playoff at 12 teams, or 16 at most. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER But, since everyone deserves an trophy to justify the amount of money they are spending to field a football team, we are now just waiting on CFP members to sign off on creating 12 more spots so everyone can feel like they accomplished something. Hang that banner. I hope that 8-5 season made you feel better, and paid off when the check clears. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2304275342cf4db91147f Veritas expands its anti-counterfeit chip to jewelry, trophies, and fragrance bottles te 2026-10-16T14:10:10.452Z Veritas expands its anti-counterfeit chip to jewelry, trophies, and fragrance bottles Counterfeits of luxury goods are a major problem for fashion houses. Counterfeiters are getting better at replicating brands’ marks and passing off dupes, known as “superfakes,” as genuine items. A startup called Veritas wants to tackle the problem with its own chip that verifies goods. Veritas was Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad22b9075342cf4db9113d5 Lindsey Vonn kicks off birthday weekend with a European bikini beach day, my Bob Dylan memory & money te 2026-10-16T13:50:08.270Z Lindsey Vonn kicks off birthday weekend with a European bikini beach day, my Bob Dylan memory & money Welcome to Screencaps, "America's Best Daily Column," as named by the readers. Screencaps, which publishes seven-days-a-week, is a mix of sports, pop culture, and emails from sane readers from around the world. This column isn't for the coastal elites. Give us a week to steal your heart. Our track record is pretty good. Let's have some fun. What incentive do schools have unless ESPN is going to throw a massive pile of cash at them? This year, Indiana's football season didn't begin until Oct. 10 when it faced its first road test at Nebraska. Yes, there was the home game against Northwestern that was way closer than it should've been, but let's not act like facing Northwestern, in this era, is considered a massive game. These schools don't have the depth to get through these seasons as is, why make it any tougher? Cignetti knows the formula. Treat the first 3-4 games as the preseason. Get your transfer NIL quarterback acquainted. Build continuity with the playoff as the target. Indiana had to win three games to win the title in January. With the 24-game tournament, it would now need to win four games. COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF EXPANDING TO 24 TEAMS IN 2027, WITH MORE GAMES COMING TO CAMPUSES ACROSS THE COUNTRY Why play harder early games? That's more chances for injuries. More chances to lose your quarterback. More wear and tear on bodies. More travel (maybe, if your team actually leaves home). Unless we go to two super conferences and ban games against the MAC, Conference USA, etc., Indiana isn't changing a thing. Quick thoughts: COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF EXPANSION IS NOTHING MORE THAN A DESPERATE FINANCIAL BAILOUT DISGUISED AS PROGRESS 📩 Email: joe.kinsey@outkick.com Send photos, stories, tips, rants—whatever you've got. 📰 Screencaps Page: 👉 Read the latest Screencaps ▶️ YouTube: Screencaps with Joe Kinsey Subscribe for videos, rants, and behind-the-scenes. 🐦 Twitter/X: @JoeKinseyexp Tag me or drop a DM. 📸 Instagram: @OutKickScreencaps You guys need to start tagging me on content you're seeing. 📘 Facebook Page: Screencaps on Facebook 👥 Facebook Group: Join the Screencaps Community 📬 Mail (Thursday Night Mowing League): 27072 Carronade Dr, Unit A 155 Perrysburg, OH 43551 🗞️ Newsletter: 👉 Subscribe here At 41, Vonn could say screw it. She could start a podcast, sit on her ass all day yapping about random topics while crushing red wine. Instead, she's been in the gym staying fit. Instead of using her platform to sit around her house yelling about politics and everything else that these losers do with their platforms, she's doing exactly what multi-millionaires should be doing — she's having fun in Europe blowing some money. It just happens that this weekend, Lindsey turns 42. Hell yeah, girl, go have fun with the new boyfriend. Live life. Can you picture a time in your life when you needed a car to make this maneuver in your suburban neighborhood? The one feature that would be cool would be the 0-60 in under one second. Imagine showing off that feature to your golf buddies after a round. Buy one of these. It would raise your T several levels higher than that stuff that Frank Thomas sells. Kinsey: The only show I've ever thought about walking out on was Bob Dylan at Hara Arena (RIP to the filthy, sticky, legendary barn) in Dayton, OH back in the 1990s. Bob sat in a chair and mumbled for like 70 minutes. I get that Bob mumbles, and that's his thing, but I'm talking mumbling to the point where it felt like he should've been institutionalized. I wouldn't recommend a Dylan show to an enemy. • Dave in Kitty Hawk gets how my brain works: Thank you for saying what a lot of us have been doing. Sometimes there is nothing better than watching In the Kitchen with David (#NOTSPONSORED) especially this time of year as they start ramping up with the holiday foods. The wife doesn't even complain when switching from one of those political commercial rapid fire segments that come on during a Hallmark movie. Watching the dudes from Corky's (again #NOTSPONSORED) cut into the turkey breast and scooping all the sides onto a plate while David tries to sell you on what a great deal it is is brain mellowing. That is, until you start calculating the cost per pound and wondering who in their right mind is going to pay $160 for that? CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE • John S. writes: The Cowboys are on Sunday night football this week which means Cris Collingsworth will be doing the game. Will he say "Schotty " more times this Sunday than Herbstreit did last week when he did the Tampa Bay/ Dallas game. Can you ever imagine John Madden referring to Marty Schottenheimer as "Schotty". • Brandon in Northern Kentucky weighs in and gets very honest: This is a great question. We haven’t had friends to our house in like 10 years. We haven’t had family (besides grandparents) over since covid and that was just for birthdays, 1st communions, graduations, not just for a Bengals game. My wife won’t say it but I believe she feels like she will be judged. Why did we move 11 years into a bigger house with more room to entertain if we will never entertain? We are 44 yrs old with 3 kids that are just as busy as other people who kids that do extracurriculars outside of school, so we do like just chilling out and relaxing all cool, but we should at least have some friends and family come over once in a while. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! • Chris B. in NC says his generation doesn't have this issue: I’m a little north of your targeted age, but we have people over all the time. A few nights ago, we hosted a dinner party for 7 including ourselves. We served charcuterie, beers, prime rib, twice-baked potatoes, sautéed green beans, salad, fresh homemade rolls, homemade applesauce cake, homemade pecan pie, and homemade bourbon whipped cream, with three bottles of drinkable Shiraz (the boss lady puts out a nice spread, obvs.) and I know it didn’t cost us $60. That’s about what we'd spend for a light dinner (for two) without drinks at our local place — but at home the food is better, the chairs are comfortable, the music is better, and there’s no server trying to rush us off so they can turn the table. ################## And that is it for this week. The weather has officially turned. It's chili weather. Beans in chili weather. I'm talking hoodie, leaf blower, then chili, then blanket in the recliner weather just as we enter the real college football season. Enjoy the games. I'll see you guys tomorrow morning. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2248775342cf4db9112bb Democrats call for gun control after Oregon school shooter reportedly uses shotgun purchased by his mother te 2026-10-16T13:20:07.475Z Democrats call for gun control after Oregon school shooter reportedly uses shotgun purchased by his mother Several high-profile Democratic lawmakers renewed calls for gun control after a teenager broke into an Oregon elementary school Thursday and fatally shot three children and a teacher before being killed by an armed bystander. Sen. Ron Wyden, who has represented Oregon in the Senate since 1996, made one of the most explicit calls for tighter gun laws following the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, where the 16-year-old attacker used his mother’s shotgun, according to The Associated Press. "The best way to honor these victims is to at long last pass common-sense gun laws that reduce the risks of more children, parents, teachers and staff forced to live in fear of similar nightmares for their schools," Wyden said in a statement. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., said Thursday night that "the epidemic of gun violence in schools across America must come to an end." GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL SHOOTING SUSPECT COLT GRAY CHANGES PLEA TO GUILTY, NOW FACES LIFE IN PRISON "No parent should have to wonder if their child will come home at the end of the day," Bonamici said. "Children deserve to feel safe — and be safe — in school." Democratic Rep. Janelle Bynum represents Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, which includes Bend. She attended a nighttime vigil for the teacher and children — aged 5, 8 and 11 — who were killed in the shooting. "When are we going to step up and say enough of killing our babies? When are we going to say that we need safe schools, that we need to make sure that people who should not have firearms don’t have them? When are we going to stop making excuses? When are we going to practice that same bravery that that bystander had?" Bynum told KTVZ 21, a local NBC station in Bend, at the event. Statements from Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., and the state's Democratic governor, Tina Kotek, stopped short of calling for new regulation on guns, but both made it clear gun violence should have no place at American schools. FEDERAL APPEALS COURT UPHOLDS CONTROVERSIAL ILLINOIS BAN ON SEMIAUTOMATIC GUNS Democrats outside of Oregon appeared a bit freer to express support for going further on gun control, especially in the early aftermath of the shooting, which also left another child, 7, and a teacher, 54, critically injured. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., said the gun reforms Congress passed after the Uvalde school shooting — including enhanced background checks for buyers under 21 — did not go far enough. "Much more must be done. Not a single child should be lost to gun violence. Ever," Heinrich said in a statement posted to social media. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., who supports federal red-flag laws and universal background checks, had a similar message. "No family should ever have to suffer like this—and there have been over 50 school shootings just this year," she wrote on social media. "Congress must do much more to prevent gun violence." DOJ TARGETS SPANBERGER, NEWSOM GUN LAWS WITH TWIN LAWSUITS AFTER SCOTUS AFFIRMS SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS The reactions from lawmakers came as authorities in Bend continue to piece together how the deadly attack unfolded and how the teenage gunman obtained the weapon he used. Police said they did not know if the shooter knew anyone at the school or if he had attended when he was younger. The first emergency call came at 12:59 p.m. from a person in a vehicle who reported being shot at multiple times by someone carrying a long gun, Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz said Thursday. Dispatchers then received dozens of calls reporting that a shooter had entered the school. Officers arrived within three minutes of the first emergency call. Moments later, an officer reported that a "community member" had shot the teenage suspect. Silver Rail Elementary School, which is about 125 miles southeast of Portland, has a total of 467 students this academic year. It serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade. After the shooting, students were bused to a nearby church that served as a family reunification center, where relieved parents embraced their children and walked them to their cars, some carrying stuffed animals and other comfort items they had brought from home, The Associated Press reported. The Bend-La Pine school district canceled classes, sporting events and extracurricular activities Friday across all 32 of its schools. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2223475342cf4db911258 Joe Manganiello says a shaman told him Sofia Vergara's ex 'put a voodoo curse' on him te 2026-10-16T13:10:12.809Z Joe Manganiello says a shaman told him Sofia Vergara's ex 'put a voodoo curse' on him Joe Manganiello released his new memoir, "Bloodlines," which is already receiving a lot of buzz online. From revealing details about his divorce from Sofía Vergara, the seven-year long mystery illness that nearly took his life, and Tom Cruise's alleged involvement in the star being nixed in the "Reacher" series, below are the biggest bombshells from "Bloodlines: A Memoir." Fox News may be compensated for or earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. Manganiello and Vergara married in 2015 and announced their separation in 2023. Their divorce was finalized in 2024. JOE MANGANIELLO DENIES SOFIA VERGARA’S CLAIM MARRIAGE ENDED BECAUSE HE WANTED A BABY: ‘SIMPLY NOT TRUE’ In his memoir, Manganiello detailed that he proposed to her in Spanish in Kauai, Hawaii and the next year they were married. They planned on starting a family. "She told me that when we first met, she wasn’t thinking about having more children, but she had sworn that if she ever remarried and her husband wanted kids, she’d do it," Manganiello wrote. "It was clear right away how we felt about each other, so at the urging of her doctor, before we were even engaged, we began trying via IVF." Manganiello said that after two years of trying to have a child, they were unsuccessful. The former couple even entertained the idea of having a surrogate, but $200,000 later, they decided it was not the right time due to Manganiello's "mystery illness." A year after the couple tied the knot, Manganiello was admitted into the hospital for two months straight. "To visit me, Sofía had to lie down out of sight in the back of her assistant’s car, until they were sure they had lost the paparazzi, before heading to the hospital where she would disguise herself in a wig and hat and sneak in through the loading dock," Manganiello wrote. It was Vergara who made the lifesaving decision to have the doctor's remove Manganiello's large intestine so he would survive. "While I was under, they called Sofía, who, as my next of kin, had to choose what she thought I would want the doctors to do. She made the brutal but lifesaving decision to allow my entire large intestine to be removed and a hole to be cut into my abdomen to divert my small intestine." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "When I woke up after the ten-hour procedure, she was there at the foot of my bed to inform me that the surgery had saved my life but had left me with an ostomy bag for an indefinite amount of time, possibly forever," he wrote. Manganiello credits his illness for contributing to his marriage with Vergara falling apart. "I started to live separately on the opposite side of the house during the day, and with the loss of my enthusiasm for life and the death of the dream of her and me becoming parents together, the fire between us began to go out," he said, referring to the period after he was released from the hospital. Manganiello was admitted into the hospital for two months straight after a year of symptoms from his "mystery illness." He lost 60 pounds in two weeks after having his large intestine removed to save his life. In his memoir, he wrote that a Cuba-based shaman told him he was "sick" and "something is wrong with his intestines." At the time, Manganiello said members of his close family did not even know the extent of his illness and gave Vergara a "side-eye" that was "equal parts fear, anger, and disbelief." The shaman then said that an ex from Vergara's past who still had romantic feelings for her put a curse on Manganiello. "'Someone from your past is still in love with you. He put a voodoo curse on your husband. He did it in New Orleans,'" Manganiello recalled the shaman telling him. He continued, "'Your husband needs to be cleansed and protected. I can do this. I can help him. But I need to see him for two days, and I cannot come to the United States. Can he meet me somewhere else? I could meet him in Ecuador.'" Manganiello was stunned by the shaman's comments. "I looked at Sofía, trying to comprehend how the f–k this guy could possibly know any of this," he wrote. "None of this had been mentioned in the press. No one knew." Manganiello began raking his brain, trying to figure out what ex it could be. He eventually believed it could have been "the guy she was with right before me." Vergara and Nick Loeb called off their engagement in 2014. That same year, Vergara began dating Manganiello. He wrote in his memoir that Loeb suffered a "horrendous car wreck" while he was dating Vergara and began to question if his ex-wife was the cursed one. "The thought crossed my mind maybe it was Sofía who was cursed, cursed by some man in her past who couldn’t have her, so he put some sort of hex on her so that for the rest of her life, she’d transmit it to any man who got together with her," Manganiello wrote. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE He continued, "I was fully aware of how crazy it was for me to seriously entertain thoughts this bizarre, but then again, how did the shaman know all of that about me?" Loeb shared a statement with Page Six after learning of Manganiello's accusations. "I pray they find Jesus — not another shaman," he told the outlet. Manganiello recounted the moment he told Vergara that he was "leaving the marriage." "After she left for a vacation in Italy with her friend, I found a place to live, got the keys, and ordered a bed and a TV to be delivered that weekend. I then had everything I owned packed up and moved out," he wrote. Manganiello clarified that it was only after he moved out of their home in Beverly Hills to a new place in Venice Beach that he filed for divorce. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS He also wrote about a $500,000 loan he took from Vergara to prevent the bond company from taking over the 2019 movie, "Bottom of the 9th," after "a major budgetary error was discovered headed into the postproduction phase." "Because I was also the producer and star, I felt as though saving the film was my responsibility, and when I began the process of lining up a bank loan, Sofía offered to lend me the money with 0 percent interest," Manganiello wrote. "I’d never in my life taken a dime from anyone I’d ever dated, let alone her, but I swallowed what little of my pride I had left and accepted." At the time of the divorce, he still owed Vergara $400,000. Manganiello addressed the comments Vergara made about their divorce in the media, and called them "annoying" in his memoir. "But at the end of the day, they didn’t really matter as long as they didn’t ultimately hurt my career," he emphasized. Manganiello made some harsh claims about Vergara's departing words to him. "What bothered me more were the things said in a surgical attempt to hurt me as I walked out the door. She told me that I was wrong, that I wasn’t healthy after all, and that I was going to get sick again. She also let me know that in her opinion, no one was going to love me when they found out the full extent of what I had," he wrote. "That was the last time I ever spoke to her," he clarified. Manganiello accused Vergara's ex, Tom Cruise, of getting in the way of his involvement in the Prime series, "Reacher." In his memoir, Manganiello wrote that Amazon executives were set on him for the role of Lee Child, but the part suddenly went to someone else. He suspects Cruise was involved in that decision. Cruise, "an executive producer [on the show], could have potentially come in over the top and vetoed my being cast on account of Sofía," Manganiello wrote. Vergara and Cruise allegedly dated in 2005, a decade before Manganiello and the "Modern Family" star tied the knot. On IMDb Pro, Cruise is not listed as an executive producer on the "Reacher" series. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2223275342cf4db91124f Ryan Fitzpatrick unloads on Bo Nix after horrific performance in one of the most brutal rants you'll ever hear te 2026-10-16T13:10:10.848Z Ryan Fitzpatrick unloads on Bo Nix after horrific performance in one of the most brutal rants you'll ever hear Here's the good news for the Denver Broncos: They defeated the Super Bowl champs in overtime Thursday night to improve to 4-2 on this young season. That's nothing to scoff at, by the way. Especially for a team that's played a brutal schedule through the first six weeks. To come out of that gauntlet above .500 is a huge win. Now, to the bad news ... Bo Nix might be horrible. Fine. I'm being dramatic (sort of). Not horrible. But the Broncos — who fell one game short of the Super Bowl last season — have a serious Bo Nix problem right now. It was painfully obvious last night. It was a glaring hole in an otherwise good, talented football team. I saw it sitting on my couch back at home. Sean Payton surely saw it on the sidelines given the watered-down calls. The receivers saw it because they were never, ever thrown the ball. Most of all, former NFL QB Ryan Fitzpatrick saw it from his Amazon Prime chair on the sidelines. Yikes: "Bo Nix is not playing competitively. It’s almost disrespectful to the quarterback position how he’s playing football right now," Fitzpatrick said before really digging in. "I mean, first of all the guy doesn’t want to throw the ball (and) that’s fine. He’s throwing to the flats he’s throwing behind, but he has no trust from his coach. He calls a screen play on third and eight. Just run up and let the clock keep going. What does he do? He throws it away. Seattle gets the ball, they have a timeout, and then in overtime he’s got two chances to be competitive. The last one being a designed run for him to run, make somebody miss, and get a first down for your football team. "Now, they’re in the locker room right now. They’re excited they won. He’s not playing competitive football right now." Goodness gracious. Just a wild rant here from Ryan Fitzpatrick. You could tell it even caught the rest of the crew off guard. Richard Sherman, whose been known to go on a rant or two over his career, was stunned. Nobody saw this coming from Ryan Fitzpatrick. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE But you know what? He's right. Nothing he said was wrong. Nothing. Watching Bo Nix last night was painful. The stats, frankly, were embarrassing. Look at those two posts. Really look at them. Bo Nix not only refused to throw the ball down the field last night (17 of 27 for 107 yards), he didn't even throw it BEYOND the line of scrimmage! According to CBS researcher Doug Clawson, he currently ranks 701st out of 701 qualified quarterbacks over the last two decades in average pass length (4.9 air yards per attempt). THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! That's indescribably bad. It's unfathomable. I watched Tua Tagovailoa dink and dunk for years in Miami. Bo Nix last night made Tua look like Dan Marino! The Broncos had seven straight punts at one point. They had eight three-and-outs. Eight! It was painful to watch. Was Fitzpatrick a bit harsh on Nix? I don't think so. Some do. Perhaps Nix is still feeling the effects of the ankle injury from last January. He's certainly acting like it, given he no longer even tries to run any more. That's probably fair. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Regardless, it was just horrendous quarterback play. There's no sugarcoating it. Fitzpatrick certainly didn't. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2222e75342cf4db91122a Arizona District 7 voter guide: Where Grijalva and Butierez stand te 2026-10-16T13:10:06.007Z Arizona District 7 voter guide: Where Grijalva and Butierez stand As the Trump administration continues to focus on increasingly aggressive immigration enforcement, two congressional candidates are set for a rematch to represent a district that stretches across Southern Arizona’s U.S.-México border Democratic incumbent Adelita Grijalva and Republican Daniel Butierez first faced off in the 7th Congressional District special election last year after Grijalva’s father, Raúl Grijalva, — a decades-long advocate for Southern Arizona and immigrant rights — died from cancer treatment complications in March 2025. Voting FAQ What you need to know to participate in this election. Key dates Oct. 23 – Last day to request a mail-in ballot Oct. 27 – Recommended deadline to mail back your ballot Nov. 3 – Election Day Register to vote or check your registration details: Pima County Recorder’s Office Adelita Grijalva, a longtime Pima County elected representative, won that election with about 69% of the vote, compared with about 29% for Butierez, according to the Arizona Secretary of State website.  She completed the remainder of her father’s term and made history, becoming the first Arizona Latina elected to Congress. She’s since become an outspoken critic of Trump and his administration’s policies. Butierez has stressed his own life strides. He faced “…Pima County’s corrupt justice system, spent 10 years in prison and 30 years fighting for justice,” according to his Arizona Secretary of State candidate statement. Butierez changed his life from “a homeless drug addict” to helping others as a small business employer, he added. In the Nov. 3 General Election, voters will decide who represents District 7 for a full two-year term beginning in 2027. Grijalva and Butierez shared the stage at an Aug. 26 debate sponsored by the Citizens Clean Elections Commission and the Arizona Media Association, giving voters a chance to compare their positions on issues affecting Southern Arizona — a region that is majority Latino and serves parts of Tucson and communities in Pima, Santa Cruz, Cochise, Pinal, Maricopa and Yuma counties. Watch the replay here. Immigration was among issues the candidates vastly disagreed on during the debate. Grijalva called for abolishing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, arguing it was fundamentally corrupt and could not be reformed. Butierez pushed back. He defended ICE as a necessary law enforcement agency and argued that Congress should focus on rewriting immigration laws rather than dismantling the organization. Unlike neighboring Congressional District 6, District 7 is not expected to be a major battleground in the national fight for control of the U.S. House. The Cook Political Report rates the seat solid Democrat, meaning Grijalva is heavily favored to win. Still, the race determines who will represent a large swath of Southern Arizona in Congress, including borderlands communities where federal decisions about immigration and border enforcement have a direct impact. Grijalva previously served on the Pima County Board of Supervisors and spent two decades on the Tucson Unified School District Governing Board. Before joining Congress, she worked for more than 25 years at Pima County Teen Court. Butierez is a native Tucsonan, small-business owner and painting contractor, employing “20-63 people,” according to his Arizona Secretary of State candidate statement and Ballotpedia responses. This is his third consecutive campaign for the District 7 seat. The candidates Where they stand To help Pima County voters better understand the candidates, Arizona Luminaria asked each of them three key questions. Grijalva and Butierez submitted their answers via email and were asked to keep them 250 words or less. Their responses were edited for clarity only. ICE activity Federal immigration enforcement has become increasingly visible in Southern Arizona, including arrests such as that of Karla Toledo. What do you think of ICE’s recent activity and what reforms or policies would you support regarding immigration enforcement actions? Daniel Butierez: “I support ICE and the enforcement of our immigration laws, especially when it comes to violent criminals, drug traffickers, human smugglers, and individuals who have been ordered removed. At the same time, enforcement must respect due process. Karla Toledo’s removal proceedings were ultimately dismissed, which shows why individual cases need to be reviewed carefully and fairly. (Editor’s note: Two weeks after Butierez submitted his response, a federal judge declined to drop Toledo’s deportation.) I also support the bipartisan Dignity Act of 2025, H.R. 4393, which was introduced by Republicans and Democrats to combine stronger border security with broader immigration reform. Our representatives in Washington should be focused on fixing a broken immigration system through legislation, more judges, faster case processing, secure borders, and a workable legal pathway for people who qualify, rather than spending their time protesting in the streets of Tucson for photo opportunities. We can enforce our laws, protect due process, and finally fix the system Congress has failed to repair for decades.” Adelita Grijalva: “Since I was elected, I have stood up for immigrant communities against this Administration’s campaign of terror against undocumented immigrants, DACA recipients, and others who have gotten swept up in Trump’s cruel and inhumane deportation machine. ICE is an institution that is fundamentally broken and cannot simply be reformed.  It’s also important to remember that it is a relatively new agency, created in the aftermath of 9/11. I believe it is institutionally compromised, which is why it must be abolished. Then, we must comprehensively reexamine how immigration enforcement is carried out in the United States in a way that upholds the rule of law, protects civil liberties, and respects basic human dignity. We must shift away from militarized enforcement only and invest instead in addressing root causes of immigration, adding more immigration judges, reducing backlogs and modernizing our ports of entry.” Cost of Living and Affordability Southern Arizona families are facing pressure from housing, food, health care, energy and transportation costs. What should Congress do to make everyday life more affordable for residents of Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, and which policies would you prioritize to lower household costs? Grijalva: “As a mother of three kids, I am all too familiar with rising costs at the grocery store and for housing and childcare, which are more expensive than ever under Trump’s economy. My top priorities will be to undo the damage inflicted by Trump’s tariffs and the Big Ugly Bill, including restoring cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and Medicare. In Arizona alone, more than 400,000 people have lost food assistance, including 200,000 children. We must also end the illegal war in Iran which is skyrocketing gas and raw material prices. Beyond undoing the harm, Democrats need to be proactive in pursuing an aggressive agenda that uplifts and empowers working people. This includes ensuring that every person in the United States has quality, affordable health care coverage by passing Medicare for All. I support legislation to expand utility, internet, and health premium assistance programs to lower costs for families. I also support increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit, as well as passing universal pre-k and affordable childcare legislation. I am working to bring down housing costs by investing more federal dollars in affordable housing and home repairs to increase affordable housing supply. I support expanding down payment assistance and guaranteed housing for people experiencing homelessness, including veterans.” Butierez: “Congress should focus on helping families keep more of what they earn and lowering the cost of housing, energy, health care, and transportation. I support permanent tax relief for working families, expanding American energy production, reducing unnecessary regulations that drive up housing costs, increasing health care competition and price transparency, and controlling federal spending. Southern Arizona families need more opportunity, lower costs, and a government that lives within its means.” Economic Development and Environmental Protections Southern Arizona leaders are looking for ways to attract jobs and investment, while proposed data centers have raised concerns about their electricity and water demands particularly amid Colorado River water cuts. How should Southern Arizona balance economic development with protecting its water and energy resources, and what is your position on further data center development in the region? Butierez: “Southern Arizona should welcome new investment and good-paying jobs, but growth must be responsible. I support additional data center development only when companies can demonstrate adequate water and power supplies and pay the infrastructure costs they create instead of passing those costs onto families and small businesses. Arizona regulators are already examining how large-load customers such as data centers should bear more of those costs. With the Colorado River under increasing pressure, we also need to expand our water supply through conservation, reuse, recharge, and private investment in projects such as desalination. We can grow Southern Arizona’s technology economy without sacrificing our water security or raising utility bills for working families.” Grijalva: “Economic development is critical to Southern Arizona’s future, and we need to continue attracting good-paying jobs and investment to our region. We must focus on bringing economic development to Southern Arizona that makes sense for our communities. That means ensuring development does not come at the expense of public health or the cost of living. Big data center projects threaten both. They can increase temperatures in surrounding neighborhoods, consume tremendous amounts of water and threaten our long-term water security, while also raising utility bills for families. At the federal level, my focus will be on bringing federal dollars to Southern Arizona that make our communities attractive places for businesses to invest. I support restoring the billions of funds for green energy projects that have been cut. Additionally, I have successfully secured $15 million in preliminary district funding for a wide range of projects, including public safety, infrastructure, and housing. Attracting businesses also requires a strong workforce. I sit on the Education and Workforce Committee, where I have advocated for investments in K-12 and higher education to ensure we have a skilled workforce that can meet the ever-changing demands of employers.” The post Arizona District 7 voter guide: Where Grijalva and Butierez stand appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad21fd875342cf4db9111d7 Replit’s CEO says the future of work is the ‘self-driving company’ te 2026-10-16T13:00:08.606Z Replit’s CEO says the future of work is the ‘self-driving company’ Replit CEO Amjad Masad envisions a future of “self-driving companies,” where AI agents handle day-to-day tasks and people focus on higher-level decisions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad21fd575342cf4db9111c8 2026 Arizona propositions: What’s on the ballot in Pima County te 2026-10-16T13:00:05.975Z 2026 Arizona propositions: What’s on the ballot in Pima County Tucson-area voters will see a lot of questions on their ballots for the Nov. 3 general election, with decisions ranging from how we vote to how we fund our zoo. And depending on where you live, you might have additional questions, including proposals about schools and local taxes. As a quick key for voters, if the proposition number starts with a 1, it’s a state constitutional amendment and may have been referred to the ballot by either voters or the Legislature. If it starts with a 2, it was put on the ballot by voters via signature gathering. If it starts with a 3, it was put on the ballot by the Legislature. Local initiatives start with a 4. Jump to a ballot proposition Prop. 141 Prop. 142 Prop. 144 Prop. 316 Prop. 317 Prop. 319 Tucson Prop. 421 Tucson Prop. 422 Fire Prop. 424 Pima County Prop. 425 Oro Valley Prop. 431 Pima Community College Prop. 430 Prop. 141: Ban on taxes based on miles driven Prop. 141 would amend the Arizona Constitution to bar state and local governments from taxing or charging drivers based on how many miles they drive. It also would bar them from monitoring or limiting miles driven unless a driver voluntarily agrees. A yes vote would change the state constitution to prohibit the state and any county, city, town or other local government from: Imposing a tax or fee on a person based on the miles the person travels in a motor vehicle Enacting a rule or law to monitor or limit those miles, unless the rule or law requires that the person voluntarily consent The ban would not apply to interstate agreements for reporting or paying fuel taxes or registration fees on commercial vehicles that operate in more than one state. It also would not apply to vehicles owned and operated by a government. A no vote would leave the constitution as it is, with no ban on mileage-based taxes or fees. Arizona does not actively tax or monitor vehicle miles traveled, so it would prohibit the government from creating any future tax/monitoring program.  Background: The Legislature placed Prop. 141 on the ballot. Supporters call it the Freedom to Move Act. A vehicle-miles-traveled tax, often called a VMT tax, charges drivers based on how far they drive. In other states, the tax rates have been based on weight, fuel efficiency or time of travel. Both sides acknowledge why the idea is under discussion: Fuel-efficient and electric vehicles generate less gas tax revenue, and the gas tax is a main source of funding for roads. Arizona’s gas tax is 18 cents a gallon, according to an argument submitted by Civic Engagement Beyond Voting, a group that opposes the measure. Supporters say Arizona would be the first state to put such a ban in its constitution, according to arguments submitted to the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office for the state voter pamphlet. For: Supporters say the measure protects privacy and freedom of movement. They argue that mileage-tax programs in other states can rely on GPS devices, smartphone apps or other tracking that records where drivers go, and they want to block that before it starts in Arizona. Supporters also say a per-mile tax would fall hardest on rural residents, commuters, tradespeople and delivery drivers, and could raise prices on goods moved by truck. They say Arizona can raise money for roads in other ways, and that putting the ban in the constitution would keep future lawmakers from reversing it. Supporters who submitted arguments include the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, the Arizona Trucking Association and the Maricopa County Libertarian Party. Against: Opponents say the measure would permanently take away a possible way to pay for roads as electric vehicles become more common, since their owners don’t pay gas taxes. Ted Maxwell, president and CEO of the Southern Arizona Leadership Council and chair of the Arizona State Transportation Board, wrote that the measure would bar even voluntary and pilot programs to test whether a mileage-based system could work in Arizona. Tom Prezelski, a senior policy adviser at Rural Arizona Action, wrote that the state faces an estimated $68 billion in unmet transportation needs. He said a VMT tax is still largely theoretical and that the measure would close off discussion before the state can study it. Civic Engagement Beyond Voting argued that the privacy concerns are overstated and that the measure would keep electric vehicle owners from paying a share of road costs. Opponents who submitted arguments include the Southern Arizona Leadership Council, Civic Engagement Beyond Voting and Rural Arizona Action. Prop. 142: Preferential treatment and discrimination Prop. 142 would add detail to a section of the Arizona Constitution that already bars state and local governments from giving preferential treatment or discriminating based on race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. The additions would restrict requirements, programs and training tied to race, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation at public schools, universities and agencies. A yes vote would change Article II, Section 36 of the state constitution to prohibit the state, including cities, towns, counties, public universities, community colleges, school districts and other local governments, from: Granting preferential treatment or discriminating based on race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin in public employment, education or contracting, even if the action is part of a federal program Requiring applicants, employees, students or contractors to endorse or support preferential treatment or discrimination based on race or ethnicity as a condition of admission, graduation, hiring, promotion, certification, contracting or a scholarship. That includes requiring or asking for a statement in support of race-based diversity, equity and inclusion concepts, asking people to discuss their own race or ethnicity or their views on others’ race or ethnicity, and requiring training or courses that promote those concepts Spending public money on offices or positions at public education institutions that are responsible for promoting preferential treatment or discrimination based on race or ethnicity. That includes money used to influence the makeup of the faculty and student body, or for trainings, programs and activities designed with reference to race, ethnicity, intersectionality, gender identity or sexual orientation Using disciplinary policies that treat students or employees differently based on race or ethnicity The amendment lists exceptions. They include academic course instruction, research and creative works; activities of registered student organizations and short-term guest speakers; mental or physical health services provided by a licensed professional; discussion of historical instances of racial hatred or discrimination, such as slavery, Indian removal, the Holocaust and Japanese-American internment; qualifications based on tribal membership in programs that serve tribe members; and sex-based qualifications, including sex-specific spaces, that are reasonably necessary to operations. Actions needed to keep eligibility for a federal program are allowed only if they are limited to outreach, advertising or communication that does not change application criteria or how people are evaluated. A no vote would keep Section 36 as it is. The constitution would continue to bar the state from granting preferential treatment or discriminating based on race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin in public employment, education and contracting. Background: The state Legislature placed Prop. 142, which began as House Concurrent Resolution 2044, on the ballot. The text of the amendment says the restrictions on compelled endorsement also cover “related practices or concepts as may be prescribed by the Legislature.” Opponents say that language would let future lawmakers add to the list without going back to voters. Supporters and opponents disagree on what the amendment would do in practice. For: Supporters say the measure would put equal treatment in the state constitution and keep public money from being used to require students or employees to endorse race-based programs. Dennis Liles from the Goldwater Institute wrote that it is not about banning conversation or diversity. Supporters also say the amendment would close what they call a loophole that allows race-based preferences in hiring, admissions and contracting when the federal government requires them. They say the change would make the rule permanent regardless of who is in power in Washington. They argue that diversity, equity and inclusion programs, often called DEI, have led to preferential treatment based on race and sex. Supporters who submitted arguments to the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office include the Goldwater Institute, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, Heritage Action for America and Arizona Women of Action. Against: Opponents say the measure is unnecessary because Article 2 Section 36 of the Arizona Constitution already bars discrimination and preferential treatment. They say it goes further by restricting programs, training and outreach and that its wording is broad enough that schools and agencies could drop lawful programs to avoid lawsuits. Pinny Sheoran, board advisor and secretary of the League of Women Voters of Arizona made those arguments. The Arizona Center for Women’s Advancement said the measure would limit programs that serve groups that have faced discrimination, including training related to gender identity and sexual orientation. Darrell Hill, the ACLU of Arizona’s director of policy, wrote that the measure violates the First Amendment by prohibiting certain ideas from being discussed in colleges and government workplaces. Some opponents say it would limit how teachers can cover history. The amendment’s text exempts academic course instruction and discussion of historical instances of racial hatred or discrimination. Opponents who submitted arguments include the League of Women Voters of Arizona, the ACLU of Arizona, Mi Familia Vota, Chispa Arizona, and Civic Engagement Beyond Voting. A couple walks into the Woods Memorial Library in Tucson to cast their vote for the primary election on July 21, 2026. Una pareja entra a la Biblioteca Woods Memorial en Tucson para emitir su voto en las elecciones primarias del 21 de julio de 2026. Crédito: Summer Williams. Credit: Summer Williams Prop. 144: Voter ID and other election rules Prop. 144 would amend the Arizona Constitution to require every voter, including those who vote by mail, to show government-issued identification in each election. It also would ban foreign nationals from spending money in Arizona elections, require that voters have the option to have their ballots tabulated at their voting location on Election Day and set a new standard for how courts review election laws. A yes vote would change the state constitution to: Require every voter to show valid government-issued proof of identity before casting a ballot in each election, whether voting in person or by another method, as prescribed by law. The measure would limit acceptable identification to government-issued documents. Require that all voters be offered the option, on Election Day, to have their ballot tabulated at their voting location, as prescribed by law Prohibit foreign nationals from contributing or spending money or anything of value to influence an Arizona election, and prohibit anyone from knowingly accepting such a contribution State that only citizens may register and vote in Arizona elections, and that elections are decided solely by the votes of eligible citizens Allow the people and the Legislature to pass laws governing elections, including early voting and mail voting, as long as the laws are rationally connected to a legitimate state interest. The official ballot description says this new standard for judicial review “may make it harder to challenge election laws.” Require the Legislature to appropriate the money needed to carry out the changes The changes would apply to elections on or after Jan. 1, 2028. A no vote would maintain the current constitutional provisions governing elections. State laws on voter identification, early voting and mail voting would stay in place. According to the Pima County Recorder’s Office, voters can use either government-issued IDs when voting or items like utility bills combined with a Voter Registration card. Election workers also verify signatures on early ballots.  Background: The Legislature placed Prop. 144, which began as House Concurrent Resolution 2001, on the ballot. Supporters call it the FAST Election Results Act, for “Fast, Accurate, Secure, Transparent.” Rep. Alexander Kolodin, a Scottsdale Republican who is running for secretary of state, sponsored the measure. Arizona voters rejected a similar measure in 2022. Prop. 309 would have added ID requirements for mail ballots, according to the Secretary of State’s office. Mail ballots: The amendment says the ID requirement would work “as prescribed by law,” which leaves the details to the Legislature. Opponents argue the measure does not say how mail voters would show ID. Greg Blackie of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club said at an Oct. 1 debate that options could include writing four digits of an ID number on the ballot envelope or uploading a photo of an ID online. Opponents say the measure is meant to restrict mail voting. Kolodin has said it is not an attack on the mail voting system, according to KJZZ. Foreign money: Federal law already bars foreign nationals from contributing in connection with state elections, according to the Federal Elections Commission. Blackie said in an Oct. 1 debate that law has a loophole for ballot measure campaigns. He pointed to the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a nonprofit that has received millions of dollars from Swiss billionaire Hansjörg Wyss, according to an Arizona campaign finance report. The fund gave $1.25 million in 2024 to support Prop. 139, the abortion rights measure that voters approved, state filings show. The measure does not explain how the state would stop a nonprofit that has received foreign money from contributing, according to Tempe Councilman Randy Keating, Blackie’s opponent Blackie said later by text to KJZZ that penalties set by law could deter violations and that the attorney general could investigate credible allegations. For: Supporters say the measure would put voter ID and citizen-only voting in the constitution, where they would be harder to change. Scot Mussi, president of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, wrote that current voter ID laws are statutory only, allow non-government identification and do not apply to all voters. Supporters say on-site tabulation would speed up results. Mussi wrote that a 2021 law lets counties offer it but no county has, and that Prop. 144 would require every county to do so. Supporters also say Maricopa County received more than 280,000 mail ballots dropped off on Election Day in 2022, and that its count took nearly two weeks. Supporters say the foreign contribution ban would close a gap in current law. Supporters who submitted arguments to the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office include the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, the Yavapai County Republican Committee and Kolodin. Against: Opponents say the measure is unnecessary because Arizona already requires citizenship to vote, ID at registration and in person, and signature checks on mail ballots. They say about 80% of Arizona voters cast their ballots by mail. Opponents say mail voters could be required to send a copy of an ID with each ballot, which they say would be a burden and a privacy and identity theft risk. They say narrowing acceptable ID to government-issued documents would end the use of options such as a utility bill or bank statement, which they say affects rural voters, older voters and voters with disabilities. They also say the measure would add unfunded work for county election offices. The League of Women Voters of Arizona wrote that the new judicial review standard could be used to justify future limits on early and mail voting and could lead to costly legal challenges. Opponents also say putting election procedures in the constitution makes them harder to fix. Opponents who submitted arguments include the League of Women Voters of Arizona, the ACLU of Arizona, Common Cause Arizona, Mi Familia Vota, All Voting is Local Action, Vitalyst Health Foundation, Chispa Arizona, Our Voice, Our Vote and Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Arizona. 🔖 Read more Arizona Prop. 144 debate focuses on a Swiss billionaire, mail-in voting | KJZZ, Oct. 2, 2026 Prop. 144 could reshape Arizona mail voting while doing little to speed results | Arizona Mirror, Oct. 14, 2026 Prop. 316: Cap on city grocery taxes Prop. 316 would cap city and town taxes on groceries at 2% and require voter approval before a city or town adopts or raises such a tax. Cities that already charge 2% or more could keep their rates but could not raise them. A yes vote would change state law to: Prohibit cities, towns and other local taxing jurisdictions from adopting or raising a tax on food and certain ready-to-drink nonalcoholic beverages sold for home consumption from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027. The ban would apply retroactively. After that, require voter approval for any new grocery tax or any increase, with a maximum rate of 2% Bar local governments that already charged a grocery tax of 2% or more as of Jan. 1, 2025, from raising it. Those below 2% could raise their rates only with voter approval and only up to 2%. If voters approve Prop. 316, the Legislature could change it later only with a three-fourths vote in each chamber, and only if the change furthers the measure’s purpose, under a 1998 voter-approved rule known as Prop. 105. A no vote would keep current laws on local taxation. Cities and towns would not face the cap or the voter approval requirement. Background: The state Legislature placed Prop. 316, which began as House Concurrent Resolution 2021, on the ballot. It started as a proposal to ban grocery taxes entirely. Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed an earlier attempt in 2023, and pushback from city officials led to the 2% cap as a compromise, the Arizona Mirror reported. Seventy Arizona cities and towns tax groceries, the Mirror reported. Local angle: Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley and Sahuarita do not tax groceries, according to Arizona Department of Revenue data. South Tucson charged a 1.5% grocery tax until July 1, 2026, when a city council decision to eliminate it took effect, according to the department. Because no local jurisdiction taxes groceries now, a yes or no vote would not change what Tucson-area shoppers pay. It would change what local officials could do in the future. For: Republican lawmakers and other supporters say the measure eases the cost of living for residents. The only argument in favor in the state voter pamphlet came from Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke, president of the League of Arizona Cities and Towns, and the league’s executive director, René Guillen. They wrote that the measure is a compromise: Cities and towns would keep their current revenue, residents would have a say in future increases, and tourists and visitors would continue to pay the tax. Hartke helped negotiate the cap and called it “an uneasy win-win” in an interview with the Mirror. Against: Opponents say the cap would limit a revenue source that cities depend on and would take away local control. Bisbee Mayor Ken Budge said the state should not tell local governments how much to tax, according to Arizona Mirror. Bisbee charges 3.5%, which Budge said brings in about $700,000 a year of the city’s $9 million budget. He said if cities cannot raise the tax, they would have to cut services such as public safety, road repair and libraries. Civic Engagement Beyond Voting wrote that small and rural towns often rely heavily on grocery taxes and that requiring a public vote for even small increases would add cost and administrative work. 🔖 Read more Prop. 316 would cap Arizona grocery taxes. Rural cities say it will cost them, and their residents. | Arizona Mirror, Sept. 21, 2026 Prop. 317: Drug cartels as terrorist organizations Prop. 317 would declare in state law that drug cartels are terrorist organizations and would direct the Arizona Department of Homeland Security to do everything within its authority to address the threat they pose. A yes vote would change state law to: Declare that drug cartels are terrorist organizations Require the Arizona Department of Homeland Security to do everything within its authority to address the threat posed by drug cartels Define “drug cartel” as an ongoing formal or informal association of people whose members or associates, individually or together, engage in human smuggling, drug trafficking for profit or any act of terrorism as defined in state law State that nothing in the measure supports a claim for asylum under federal law If voters approve Prop. 317, the Legislature could change it later only with a three-fourths vote in each chamber, and only if the change furthers the measure’s purpose, under a 1998 voter-approved rule known as Prop. 105. A no vote would keep current state laws on terrorism and the Arizona Department of Homeland Security. Background: The Legislature placed Prop. 317, which began as House Concurrent Resolution 2055, on the ballot. House Speaker Steve Montenegro, a Goodyear Republican, has pushed the idea for several years. In a 2025 news release, Montenegro described Arizona as the “frontlines of a war” and said the proposition is a “necessary step in our fight to defend Arizona communities.” Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed his first version in 2023, and lawmakers did not send a ballot version to voters in 2024. They did so in 2025, after President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating drug cartels as terrorist organizations at the federal level. The text of the measure does not create new crimes or penalties. It defines “threat” broadly to include anything designed to disturb, violate or harm individual rights or public safety, health or general welfare. The Legislature’s findings in the measure cite voters’ approval of Prop. 314 in 2024. Prop. 314 made it a state crime to cross the border anywhere but a port of entry, and 61% of voters approved it. For: Montenegro told a House committee that the measure would give law enforcement a tool against criminals at the border, according to the Mirror. The Legislature’s findings cite a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration assessment that says cartels profit from synthetic drugs. Against: Opponents say the measure would do little or nothing in practice. Darrell Hill, director of policy for the ACLU of Arizona, said the definition of a cartel is so broad that it could cover low-level drug offenders, people with substance use disorders and immigrants traveling with paid guides. At a House Judiciary Committee hearing, Rep. Lupe Contreras, a Democrat from Laveen, asked whether migrants forced to carry drugs could be designated terrorists, according to the Mirror. Montenegro said the Department of Homeland Security has processes for deciding who is at fault and that the focus is on groups that terrorize people. Opponents also worry the measure’s language could be cited by a future governor to justify sending troops to the border. An opponent in the state voter guide argued that the bill is a waste of time and will not have significant legal changes. 🔖 Read more Prop. 317 would call drug cartels terrorists. Critics fear who else it could catch. | Arizona Mirror, Aug. 31, 2026 Prop. 318: Transgender student athletes Prop. 319: Photo enforcement cameras Prop. 319 would bar state agencies and local governments from using speed and red-light cameras to ticket drivers unless they have a signed contract by Dec. 31, 2026. Cities and towns that already have cameras would need voter approval to keep them. A yes vote would change state law to: Prohibit state agencies and local governments from using a photo enforcement system to identify drivers who speed or fail to obey a traffic signal or sign, unless they have a signed contract to operate one on or before Dec. 31, 2026 Require a local government with such a contract to ask its voters, at the next general election after the measure takes effect, to approve continued use Require a local government to stop operating its cameras within 90 days if voters do not approve Allow a local government with voter approval to operate cameras for 10 years, then require another vote every 10 years The measure defines a photo enforcement system as a radar unit or sensor linked to a camera that records a vehicle’s license plate to identify speeding or traffic signal violations. If voters approve Prop. 319, the Legislature could change it later only with a three-fourths vote in each chamber, and only if the change furthers the measure’s purpose, under a 1998 voter-approved rule known as Prop. 105. A no vote would keep current laws on photo enforcement systems. Background: The Legislature placed Prop. 319, which began as Senate Concurrent Resolution 1004 of 2026, on the ballot. Sen. Wendy Rogers, a Republican, introduced it. Photo enforcement returned to Phoenix this year and is in use in Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. The measure’s statement of legislative intent says lawmakers want enforcement kept in the hands of trained officers, want to protect residents from outsourcing law enforcement to private for-profit companies and want to ensure enforcement does not exist to raise revenue for governments. Local angle: Tucson stopped using red-light cameras and photo radar vans after city voters approved a ban, Prop. 201, by about 2-to-1. Pima County let its photo enforcement contract on unincorporated roads expire in January 2014. For: Supporters say photo enforcement cameras raise money and turn roads into revenue sources, and they say private companies run them for profit. Rogers told KTAR that cities want to keep the money collected from fines and that the cameras raise privacy concerns similar to license plate readers. The three arguments in favor in the state voter pamphlet, all from individuals, say the cameras are a form of surveillance that violates privacy and due process rights, and that voters should decide whether their communities use them. Against: Opponents say the measure applies to both speed cameras and red-light cameras and bans a safety tool in places that do not use it now. Will Humble, executive director of the Arizona Public Health Association, wrote that there is a fair debate about whether some cities use too many speed cameras. He said the measure does not distinguish them from red-light cameras, which he says prevent violent crashes. Opponents also say that the ban would prevent communities without these camera systems from ever having them. Michelle Donati, the director of government affairs with AAA Arizona, wrote that the proposition strips local communities of the ability to protect road users. She also wrote that photo enforcement should never be a speed trap to fill budget gaps. AAA and Civic Engagement Beyond Voting cite an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finding that red-light cameras cut fatal red-light crashes by 21%. Michael Grandy, a Gilbert traffic engineer, wrote that Federal Highway Administration data show crash reductions of 20% to 54%. He also wrote that the measure’s text wrongly suggests trained officers do not review the evidence, and that an officer reviews each photo before a citation is issued. Opponents also call the measure state overreach on a local issue. Opponents who submitted arguments include the Arizona Public Health Association, AAA Arizona, the Institute of Transportation Engineers Arizona Section and Civic Engagement Beyond Voting. Civic Engagement Beyond Voting wrote that the measure applies only to traffic cameras and does not regulate other surveillance cameras. 🔖 Read more What’s on your ballot: Prop 319 would ban new red-light and speed cameras in Arizona | KTAR, Oct. 5, 2026 Prop. 320: School spending City of Tucson Propositions 421 and 422 will appear on ballots for City of Tucson voters only. Prop. 421: Tucson Electric Power franchise Prop. 421 asks Tucson voters whether to grant Tucson Electric Power a 25-year franchise to use city streets, alleys and other public rights of way for its power lines and equipment. A companion agreement would have the company give the city at least $2 million a year for energy projects if voters approve. A yes vote would: Grant TEP a non-exclusive franchise for 25 years to build, maintain and operate electric transmission and distribution lines and equipment in city rights of way, replacing the franchise voters approved in 2000 Keep the franchise fee at 2.25% of TEP’s revenue from customers in the city. Customers pay it on their bills, and TEP passes it to the city. One-ninth of the fee could go to low-income energy assistance, burying power lines or renewable energy incentives. Put into effect a companion Energy Collaboration Agreement. Under it, TEP would provide at least $2 million a year in grants, rising 2% annually, to support the city’s climate action plan, according to the City of Tucson. That would total about $64 million over 25 years. The company says the money comes from corporate funds and would not be recovered through electric rates. Let either the city or TEP request a review of parts of the agreement 10 and 20 years in. If the other side refuses to negotiate, the party seeking changes could end the agreement with a year’s notice. A no vote would deny the franchise. TEP says it would still have to serve customers in its territory, but its use of rights of way would fall under the city’s standard permitting process. The companion agreement would not take effect. TEP says the current franchise would stay in effect until April 2027. Background: Voters approved TEP’s current franchise in 2000. Voters rejected a renewal, Prop. 412, in April 2023. That version included a new 0.75% fee to help pay for burying a transmission line.  A franchise does not set electric rates. The Arizona Corporation Commission does, according to TEP and franchise supporters. TEP has asked the commission for a rate increase that would raise residential bills by an average of 14%. The city raised its utility tax on electric service to 5% on March 1, according to the Arizona Department of Revenue. TEP says franchise fee payments count toward that tax, so customers’ effective cost is 2.75% and the franchise does not increase bills. For: Supporters say a franchise lets TEP crews repair and upgrade equipment without separate city permits for each job, which they say speeds outage response. They also say the measure would not raise rates and would bring new money for heat resilience, weatherization and help with energy bills. TEP says franchises are common. City Council Member Kevin Dahl wrote in the voter pamphlet that voters who are unhappy with TEP should fight those battles elsewhere because rejecting the franchise would mainly hurt the city’s climate plan. Vice Mayor Lane Santa Cruz wrote that she supports a public electricity option and also supports Prop. 421. Supporters who submitted arguments include the Southern Arizona Leadership Council, the Chamber of Southern Arizona, Local First Arizona, the Arizona Technology Council and the Southern Arizona Energy Alliance. Many arguments in favor were paid for by TEP for Tucson, a committee, including several written by TEP employees. Against: Opponents say the 25-year term is too long and the agreement lacks terms residents asked for. Tucson DSA and Public Power for Tucson said at public meetings last year thousands of residents called for a five-year agreement, a public utility, renewable energy targets and stronger protections against rate increases. They point to TEP’s rate increase request and its plans to supply power to Project Blue, a proposed data center that has drawn opposition. Public Power for Tucson  members said the $2 million investment is a drop in the bucket compared to Fortis’ almost $2 billion in profits. Some opponents argue that customers, not TEP shareholders, pay the franchise fee through their bills. A flamboyance of flamingos rest in the shade at Reid Park Zoo on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026. The Chilean flamingos were moved to a new habitat near the entrance of the zoo in 2021, after voters approved a sales tax to help fund projects at the zoo. Credit: Stephanie Casanova Prop. 422: Reid Park Zoo sales tax A 0.1% city sales and use tax that voters first approved in 2017 to fund Reid Park Zoo would be extended for 20 years under Prop. 422. The tax amounts to 1 cent for every $10 spent  and would run from Jan. 1, 2028, through Dec. 31, 2047. A yes vote would amend the Tucson city charter to reauthorize the 0.1% sales and use tax for 20 years and dedicate the revenue to capital improvements, infrastructure repair and replacement, exhibit expansion and related improvements, operations and maintenance at the zoo. A no vote would reject the extension. The tax would end when the current authorization expires. Background: Voters approved the current tax in 2017 for 10 years through two measures, Props. 202 and 203. Prop. 203, which created the tax, passed by about 600 votes, and Prop. 202, a charter change, passed with 53%. The city’s sales tax rate rose from 2.5% to 2.6% in 2018 because of it, according to a city notice.The tax is the main source of money for the city’s zoo fund, which was estimated at $17.1 million in fiscal year 2024 and projected at $18 million in fiscal year 2025, according to Tucson financial reports. Nancy Kluge, CEO of the Reid Park Zoological Society, which manages the zoo, said projects such as the Pathway to Asia expansion are paid for with 85% tax money and 15% private donations. Pathway to Asia, the last project in the first phase of the zoo’s master plan, is set to open Nov. 13. If voters approve the extension, the zoo would put most of the money toward larger animal habitats in phases two and three of the master plan, Kluge said. Phase two includes redesigning the Africa area as a savannah for elephants, giraffes and lions. Kluge said the next two phases would not change the zoo’s footprint. For: Supporters say the tax lets the zoo keep prices low and keep attracting visitors. Kluge said admission is $12.75 for adults and $9 for children, compared with almost $45 and almost $33 at the Phoenix Zoo. Families that receive WIC or SNAP benefits pay $6.50 for adults and $2.50 for children. County residents can get two free passes through the Pima County Library, and the tax has covered kindergarten field trips. Kluge said annual attendance has grown from about 480,000 before the 2017 tax to about 600,000 over the past three years, and that tax money paid for two full-time veterinarians. She said upgrades also help the zoo show the Association of Zoos and Aquariums that it can care for more endangered animals. Against: No arguments against were submitted for the city’s voter pamphlet. Kluge said the zoo has no specific plan for going without the tax. She said it might have to raise admission prices, reduce the number of animals or end programs that give free or reduced entry, but would not compromise on animal care. Local government Prop. 424: Northwest Fire District bonds Voters in the Northwest Fire District, which covers Marana, Avra Valley and unincorporated northwest Tucson areas such as Casas Adobes, will decide this question. See a district map here. Prop. 424 asks voters in the Northwest Fire District, which covers northwest Tucson-area communities, to let the district borrow up to $73 million to rebuild one fire station, build two new ones and buy a ladder truck and other equipment. Property taxes in the district would repay the bonds. See Northwest Fire District’s Proposition 424 page. A yes vote would let the district sell up to $73 million in bonds over up to 20 years, at interest of no more than 8%, to build, improve and equip fire stations, buy land and apparatus, and pay the costs of the sale. The district plans to sell the bonds in three batches: 2028: About $21 million to demolish and rebuild Station 331 2029: About $25 million to build Station 340 and buy an aerial platform truck for it 2032: About $27 million to buy land for and build Station 342 and add a fourth bay at the district’s fleet repair shop A no vote would not authorize the bonds. The district says it would have to pay for projects out of regular revenue, which could delay them by up to 20 years, and some might go unfunded. The district says that could mean longer response times as the area grows. Background: The district’s governing board voted unanimously on May 26 to call the election after a 13-member volunteer committee of residents and business people recommended it. District officials say the area is one of the fastest-growing in Southern Arizona and that new stations are needed to keep response times down. The district estimates the bonds would add about 17.8 cents per $100 of assessed value. For a home with the district’s average value of $278,180, that is about $49 a year, or $4 a month. The district’s schedule assumes an average interest rate of 5% and puts the total cost, including interest, at about $115 million. The district says it does not have to sell all the bonds if growth does not require it. The district’s schedule shows its combined bond tax rate rising from 20 cents per $100 in 2026-27 to about 24 cents by the early 2030s, then easing, as new bonds are sold while older ones are paid off. The district has $17.2 million in bonds outstanding. For: Supporters say the money would help the district keep up with growth and keep response times down. A Marana Chamber of Commerce leader wrote that the plan includes a new station near Twin Peaks Road and Interstate 10. Supporters say the district is fiscally responsible. The district’s information pamphlet includes four arguments in favor, from two residents, Marana Town Council Member Patti Comerford and Marana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Amanda Wiggins. Against: No arguments against were submitted. Prop. 425: Pima County spending limit Pima County voters will decide whether to permanently raise the county government’s state-imposed spending limit. The measure would not change any tax rate, but opponents say a higher limit would lead to higher taxes. A yes vote would add $70 million to the county’s 1979-80 spending base, the starting point for the limit. That figure is adjusted each year for population growth and inflation. In Fiscal Year 2027-28, the county’s limit would rise by about $610 million, from $817.1 million to $1.43 billion. A no vote would leave the base as is. The limit would keep growing each year with population and inflation. Background: Arizona voters approved a constitutional limit on local government spending in 1980. Each county, city and town has a limit based on what it spent in 1979-80, adjusted yearly for population and inflation. Governments can ask voters to adjust that base permanently. Pima County has never done so. Its Board of Supervisors referred the measure to the ballot in April 2026. The county says the $70 million is added to the 1979-80 base, so it grows with the formula. That is why it turns into about $610 million in 2027-28. The county says it will use the added room for “any local budgetary purposes,” including public health, safety, roads and other infrastructure. It says the money would come from state and local revenue it already receives, not new taxes. The county projects it would spend about $84.1 million above the current limit in Fiscal Year 2027-28. Of that, $21.9 million would come from state sources and $62.2 million from existing local revenue. Based on the past 10 years of revenue growth, the county says it does not expect to use the full increase for at least 20 years. Debt service on bonds is largely exempt from the limit. Seven of Arizona’s 15 counties have made a similar adjustment, including Maricopa County in 1998 and Coconino and Yavapai counties in 2024. Santa Cruz County (Prop. 417) and Yuma County (Prop. 435) have similar measures on this year’s ballot. Tucson, Marana and Oro Valley have adjusted their limits. For: Supporters say the formula is 46 years old and does not reflect the cost of roads, vehicles, public safety and health programs. They say the county could not spend revenue it already collects without the change and would have to take on debt. They stress the measure does not raise taxes or tax rates. Supporters in the county’s voter pamphlet include Board of Supervisors Chair Jen Allen, Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva, Tohono O’odham Nation Chairman Verlon Jose, Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy and the Pima County Democratic Party. Murphy wrote that he opposes the county’s recent property tax increase but sees this measure as neutral on taxes. Supporters also point to the county’s financial reporting awards, its bond ratings and a new Debt and Financial Transparency Commission as oversight. Against: Opponents say the real effect is a 75% increase in spending authority that never expires, with no requirement to spend it on specific projects. They argue that a higher ceiling will push the county toward higher property taxes and fees over time, and that the county should cut taxes or live within its means instead. Several say the ballot wording of a “$70 million” adjustment understates the effect. Others say a simple majority of three of the five supervisors could commit large sums. Opponents in the pamphlet include the Pima County Republican Party, former Supervisor Ally Miller, Jeff Rhodes, a candidate for the District 5 supervisor seat, and United Republicans for Arizona. Some opponents also note the county can already ask voters for a one-year override or a smaller adjustment. Prop. 431: Oro Valley general plan Oro Valley voters will decide whether to adopt “Oro Valley’s Path Forward,” the town’s next 10-year general plan. The plan is a policy guide for growth, housing, water, parks and other town decisions. It does not set the budget or create taxes. A yes vote would approve the 2026 Path Forward plan to guide town decisions for the next 10 years. A no vote would reject the plan. The town’s 2016 plan, “Your Voice, Our Future,” would stay in effect until voters approve a new one. Background: Arizona law requires towns to adopt a general plan and update it every 10 years. Oro Valley voters ratified the current plan on Nov. 8, 2016. The town began work on this update in 2023 with a community survey, then an advisory group and public meetings. According to Oro Valley Path Forward, the final plan draws on more than 10,700 public comments gathered over three years. The plan contains 286 actions in four groups: community, sustainability, economy and development. Tucson Spotlight reports that the 2016 plan had 310 actions, and the town has addressed most of them. Examples of goals include: protecting wildlife corridors, native plants and conservation areas diversifying water sources and limiting natural grass managing the town budget and filling empty storefronts offering a range of housing types, from townhomes to condos, while limiting high-density apartment complexes keeping roads in good condition and reducing car dependence through transit 🔖 Read more Oro Valley voters to decide fate of 10-year growth plan| Tucson Spotlight, Sept. 16, 2026 Props. 423, 426, 427, 428, and 429 Pima Community College has nearly 20,000 students as of Spring 2026. Pima’s West Campus, shown here on Sept. 8, 2025, houses the Center for Excellence for Health Professions, including nursing, radiologic technology, respiratory care and a dental clinic. Credit: Josie Shivers Prop. 430: Pima Community College bond Pima Community College is asking voters to approve $250 million in bonds to build and renovate facilities, repaid with property taxes. It would be the college’s first bond request in more than 30 years. A yes vote would let the college sell up to $250 million in general obligation bonds, repaid through a secondary property tax. The college estimates the cost at about $31 a year for an owner of a home with a $250,000 limited property value. A no vote would not authorize the bonds. The college says it would scale back projects and look at other funding, which could include higher tuition or a larger primary property tax increase. Background: The college says state capital funding ended in 2009 and state operating funding dropped to zero in 2015, a cumulative loss of $221 million. Many buildings date to the 1970s. The governing board voted unanimously to put the bond on the ballot. The college’s estimated project costs are: $58.9 million for existing infrastructure, including facilities and IT $57 million to modernize and expand academic spaces $39.8 million for a public safety and first responder training center at East Campus $38 million to refinance existing revenue bonds $29 million for a campus police headquarters at the Downtown Campus $27.3 million to renovate student support centers Designs and costs are not final. Refinancing would free up roughly $4 million a year in the operating budget, according to the college. The college would sell bonds in phases through Fiscal Year 2029-30, each repaid within 20 years. Its pamphlet estimates $31.08 a year for 22 years for the $250,000 home, about $684 in total. Under the district’s schedule the rate rises over time, which puts the peak near $38 a year in 2030-31. The full bond, with interest, would cost about $385.5 million at an assumed 5% rate. The governing board, a finance and audit committee of community members and annual state audits would oversee spending, according to the college. For: Supporters say the state has left the college without funding and its buildings have aged. They say the bond would modernize training for first responders, nurses, teachers and tech workers, and save money by refinancing debt. Arguments in the college’s pamphlet come from the governing board, U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly, U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva, state Reps. Alma Hernandez and Consuelo Hernandez, the Chamber of Southern Arizona, the Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Southern Arizona Leadership Council, former Tucson Mayor Jonathan Rothschild, the mayors of Oro Valley and Sahuarita, and other business groups and former board members. Against: One argument against appears in the pamphlet, from Carlos Mejorado Carrillo, a college alum. He says he supports the college but opposes the bond because it has not shown how earlier spending, including voter-approved Prop. 481 in 2020, improved results. He wants independent citizen oversight first. No organized opposition has surfaced. 🔖 Read more Pima Community College seeks $250M bond in Prop. 430 | Tucson Spotlight, Oct. 8, 2026 What Prop 430 Could Mean for Pima Community College | The Pima Post, Oct. 7, 2026 Credits Research and fact checking: Emma LaPointe The post 2026 Arizona propositions: What’s on the ballot in Pima County appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad21b3875342cf4db91113f Corporation Commission race draws unusual attention over utility costs and data centers te 2026-10-16T12:40:24.438Z Corporation Commission race draws unusual attention over utility costs and data centers Key Points: Two Democrats see an opening to shake up the all-Republican Commission Data center growth and increasing utility bills are driving voter interest A majority isn’t at stake, but... Subscribe Already a subscriber?  Login The post Corporation Commission race draws unusual attention over utility costs and data centers first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2167775342cf4db911075 Saturday’s ‘Vote Early Day of Action’ marks No Kings’ shift from protest to polls te 2026-10-16T12:20:07.460Z Saturday’s ‘Vote Early Day of Action’ marks No Kings’ shift from protest to polls Bishop William Barber, of Repairers of the Breach, spoke alongside voting rights advocates from Common Cause, the ACLU, Indivisible, State Voices and others, at a press conference outside the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. (Photo by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom) WASHINGTON — The No Kings movement that has brought millions to the streets across the United States three times since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term is staging its next event at the polls. Organizers across hundreds of advocacy groups will pull together thousands of events nationwide Saturday to encourage early voting in this year’s midterm elections. Voting is already underway in dozens of states, and roughly 5.1 million ballots – both in-person and mail – have been cast, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab. Saturday’s “No Kings: Vote Early Day of Action” events include marches and walks to the polls where early voting is already underway and open on the weekends. Also planned are gatherings that offer live music, food and assistance for voter registration, car pool sign-ups and information on how to become a poll observer. [image or embed] — Ashley Murray (@ashleymurray.bsky.social) October 14, 2026 at 10:43 AM Beatriz Lopez, executive director of Voto Latino, spoke at a press conference about early voting outside the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. (Video by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom) “The best way to prevent any funny business from this administration after Election Day is to make sure that our turnout is massive — so clear, and so overwhelming that our victory for democracy is impossible to question,” Alma Couverthie, a senior organizer with the advocacy group Common Cause, said at a Wednesday morning press conference in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. Common Cause is one of the nearly 320 organizations coordinating the events under the direction of nine national steering committee groups. “There is no time to sit on the sidelines. We need everyone. So I urge you, make your plan to vote early. Don’t trust in the way you voted before. Check again. Make sure you know where you’re going, how you’re going, and who you’re bringing with you,” Couverthie said. This one is different Ezra Levin, co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible, one of the nine steering committee groups, said Saturday’s events will be distinct from previous No Kings Day rallies in June and October 2025, and March 2026. “It is different in the sense that No Kings One, Two, and Three were designed to send a message that the American people were not simply going to sacrifice their constitutional rights, that they were willing to stand up,” Levin told States Newsroom during an Oct. 9 interview. The message of the three marches was “well sent,” he said, as each successive one expanded in numbers. It started with 5 million attendees across 2,100 individual events nationwide on June 14, 2025, to more than 7 million at 2,700 events on Oct. 18, 2025, and then reached 8 million across 3,330 events on March 28, 2026, according to organizers. With Trump at historic low approval ratings, and with an “electoral wipeout” likely ahead if polls are on target, Levin said No Kings messaging “is largely completed” and that action is the next step. Thousands marched near the Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial during a No Kings Day rally in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, March 28, 2026. (Photo by Ashley Murray) “The goal of No Kings on October 17 is therefore not just to protest and get attention to the fact that people aren’t afraid to stand up, but to use this tool that is available to us right now in October, and it is a different constitutional right, not just the constitutional right to organize and make your voice heard — but your constitutional right to vote,” Levin said.  As of Wednesday, more than 2,500 events were scheduled for Saturday in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, according to No Kings organizers. Deirdre Schifeling, chief political and advocacy officer for the ACLU, said the civil liberties organization has been training thousands of volunteers to assist voters in knowing their rights and what to do if they encounter issues at the polls. “We know that the best way to protect our freedom is to act free. That means showing up at the polls and making sure that your neighbors can show up too. See you at the polls on Saturday,” Schifeling said at the Wednesday press conference. Joining forces Other concerted efforts to do what organizers call “get out the vote” are joining No Kings events Saturday to amplify and strengthen their messages, leaders say. Bishop William Barber, Repairers of the Breach founder and co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign, has been organizing 1,000 marches nationwide to the polls in an effort he announced in July as “Love Forward Together.” So far, Barber’s campaign has organized 652 marches in 428 locations across the United States, according to Repairers of the Breach. Standing before the U.S. Supreme Court Wednesday alongside No Kings organizers, Barber said the overall goal despite the campaign or group “is about people being conspicuous in their courage and in their commitment.” “There is no competition. We have one competition. We are competing against a low voter turnout that can no longer exist in this democracy if we are to have a democracy, and if we are to have a democracy that serves all the people,” Barber said.  The Interfaith Alliance will be more than 10 days into a 15-state “The Vote is Sacred” bus tour Saturday when it stops in Charlotte, North Carolina, to join a “No Kings: Vote Early Day of Action” event. Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush said the tour is about mobilizing faith communities to be “trained up” to recognize possible illegal interference at polling places. “Unfortunately, this administration has threatened to disrupt. … We are going to bring the nonviolent spiritual mobilization that has been with us, and we’re going to be trained up all across the country,” Raushenbush said during an Oct. 6 interview with MS NOW’s “The Rachel Maddow Show” after the tour’s stop in Kansas City, Missouri. The White House did not respond to a request for comment, but referred States Newsroom to a statement from a Republican National Committee spokesperson. “From Virginia to Louisiana, Democrats have tried to manipulate congressional maps for political gain. Republicans are restoring the rule of law, protecting fair representation, and making it easier to vote and harder to cheat,” according to the statement from Ally Triolo, the RNC’s election integrity communications director. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2142075342cf4db910d5d Archaeologists uncover unexpected twist in shipwreck mystery after clues don't add up te 2026-10-16T12:10:08.745Z Archaeologists uncover unexpected twist in shipwreck mystery after clues don't add up Archaeologists thought they had identified a historic shipwreck along the Massachusetts coast — but a closer look revealed a new mystery. In late September, the remains of a historic shipwreck captured national attention after a powerful nor'easter exposed weathered wooden beams along the shore of Nantucket. At the time, officials suspected the wreckage belonged to the Warren Sawyer, a three-masted schooner that sank in 1884 and whose remains had previously been documented in the same area in 2022 and 2023, according to The Associated Press. HAUNTING CLUES EMERGE IN 7-YEAR FISHING BOAT MYSTERY AFTER WRECKAGE FOUND OFF ISLAND The ship was carrying 1,115 bales of cotton and 28 tons of scrap iron from New Orleans to Boston when it ran aground on Dec. 22, 1884, according to the Massachusetts Board of Underwater Archaeological Resources (BUAR). The captain and seven crew members were rescued, and Nantucket residents spent two weeks recovering hundreds of bales of cotton.  Another storm eventually tore the vessel apart. But over 140 years later, a new discovery complicated the story when officials announced last week that the wreckage did not match previously discovered remains of the Warren Sawyer. UNDERWATER ROBOTICS EXPERT REVEALS 'SHIPWRECK CITY' HIDING BENEATH MAJOR URBAN LAKE In an Oct. 8 news release, the Egan Maritime Institute said archaeologists determined that the wreckage did not match remains of the Warren Sawyer found nearby in 2022 and 2023. Instead, following an Oct. 7 assessment, state archaeologists determined the remains appear to be a 50-foot-long section of a large merchant vessel dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The vessel's identity remains unknown, and researchers are now turning to historical records in the hopes of identifying the ship. David Robinson, director and chief archaeologist of the BUAR, told Fox News Digital that several clues led him to question the wreckage's original identification. HAUNTING NEW IMAGES REVEAL THE FINAL SHIP WHERE EXPLORER SIR ERNEST SHACKLETON DIED During his examination, Robinson noticed the ship's wooden ribs were larger than those found in the previously documented remains of the Warren Sawyer. He also found differences in the types of wood used to construct the vessels, along with iron fastenings that appeared to date to after the Warren Sawyer sank in 1884. "So those clues led us to believe that this probably was not from the same vessel and not Warren Sawyer," Robinson said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The wreckage may have come from a schooner barge, a type of merchant vessel commonly used to transport cargo along the East Coast during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Robinson said. Although shipwreck remains regularly emerge along the Massachusetts coastline, Robinson said the size of the newly discovered fragment makes it unusual. "What's more unusual is for those remains to be a large piece of wreckage like the 50 by 11 foot piece of the side of a ship's hull we saw recently exposed on Nantucket," he said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS However, he cautioned that the identification remains uncertain. "This particular vessel might not be a schooner barge as it would be more likely that schooner barges would be towed through Nantucket Sound rather than the open ocean south of the island," he said. "About the best we can hope for is to maybe narrow down a list of possible candidates and apply a weight of evidence approach to see what conclusions can be drawn from the available historical and archaeological evidence." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The Nantucket wreckage was also the first in Massachusetts to receive a tag under a shipwreck monitoring program that allows members of the public to help researchers track remains as they move along the coastline, he said. Above all, Robinson emphasized the importance of preserving shipwrecks as pieces of history. "Each of these shipwrecks that we see have a story to tell," he said. "Therefore, it's important for us to study, document and learn as much as we can from them and to treat them with the considerable care and respect that any elder would deserve." The Associated Press contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2141f75342cf4db910d54 Suspected Florida Publix slasher walked free from court months earlier despite victim warnings te 2026-10-16T12:10:07.531Z Suspected Florida Publix slasher walked free from court months earlier despite victim warnings A Florida man allegedly slashed a 70-year-old Publix shopper with a box cutter just over three months after a mental health court ended his probation early in a case involving an unprovoked attack on a teenager. According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, Ramsey Thomas Lyons, 47, faces a felony charge of aggravated battery on a person 65 years or older following an attack at the Publix Super Market on Tamiami Trail in Punta Gorda on Oct. 10. A sworn probable cause arrest affidavit indicated that Lyons approached a man from behind, shortly before 4 p.m. while Terry shopped inside the store. After feeling someone violently strike him, the victim turned to face Lyons, who allegedly stared at him while holding a box cutter blade. The victim ran to the front of the store after touching his head and noticing his hands were bloody, the affidavit stated. FLORIDA MEN WIELDING HATCHET AND MACHETE CLASH IN PUBLIX PARKING LOT, POLICE SAY Punta Gorda police officers arrived and apprehended Lyons at the front of the store, where he stood with his hands on his head. They also recovered a box cutter from the aisle where the incident occurred. OHIO MAN CONVICTED AFTER TRYING TO SHOOT EX-WIFE AT POINT-BLANK RANGE INSIDE RESTAURANT IN CHILLING VIDEO First responders took the victim to Fawcett Memorial Hospital with a severe cut measuring four to six inches from his left cheek down to his neck, alongside a minor laceration to his upper chest, police said. Lyons, who waived his Miranda rights, told authorities that he had a deep "dislike for the 1960's era," and admitted he planned to kill someone in the store that day. He targeted the victim solely because the shopper "looked like he was from the 1960's" and felt like "acing him out," police said. WHEN IS A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS TOO SEVERE FOR TELEHEALTH? WARNING SIGNS FAMILIES SHOULDN'T IGNORE "I just pulled it out of my pocket and stuck it in his neck," Lyons said, according to the affidavit. Lyons, who told police he had mental health issues, allegedly admitted he spent two days planning the attack, and that he purposely dropped the weapon down the aisle so that responding officers would not use a Taser or shoot him. MARYLAND MAN ACCUSED OF GIRL'S FATAL SHOOTING RELEASED FROM PRISON DAYS BEFORE The attack renewed criticism from the mother of a teenager Lyons previously assaulted. On March 13, 2025, Lyons assaulted a 16-year-old at a Wawa gas station in Port Charlotte, sucker-punching the teenager in the side of the face as he held a door open. Following the arrest, the 20th Judicial Circuit court system placed Lyons into a specialized Mental Health Court diversion program. VIOLENT TRANSIT ATTACKS IN ATLANTA, NEW YORK AND CHARLOTTE FUEL CALLS FOR TOUGHER TRACKING OF REPEAT OFFENDERS The teen’s mother, Shawna Gentry, told Fox News Digital that she fought the diversion track, asking the state prosecutor to seek jail time, alcohol classes, and probation. She said she warned judicial officials at the time that Lyons was an active, volatile threat. Charlotte County court minutes show the court terminated Lyons’ probation on July 6, with no objection from the State Attorney’s Office. The minutes included the handwritten words "Graduation! Congratulations!" alongside a hand-drawn smiley face. VIRGINIA MAN ACQUITTED BY INSANITY IN KILLING FLEES US DURING 48-HOUR MENTAL HOSPITAL PASS "The way the court handled it, the way the state attorney handled it was very odd to me," Gentry said. "They told us they were sending him to a mental health facility, but he never went to a secured place. From what we saw, they just put him right back onto outpatient probation in our neighborhood and cut us completely out of the process." Gentry also challenged the narrative that Lyons suffered a psychiatric break during his attacks. She felt Lyons weaponized mental health language as a calculated legal shield. FLORIDA AG SEEKS JUDGE'S IMPEACHMENT AFTER BABY DROWNING COVID INSANITY ACQUITTAL "When the sheriff came, it was almost like he knew exactly what to say," Gentry said. "He immediately said, 'Well, I've got mental health issues.' He was so quick to use that word." She also said that Lyons appeared visibly intoxicated during the 2025 assault. CHARLOTTE REPEAT OFFENDER CHARGED WITH KILLING MAN HOURS AFTER RELEASE ON BOND The court provided no tracking updates, safety alerts, or transitional monitoring to his prior victims, Gentry said. Months later, Lyons walked into the Punta Gorda Publix. The National Treatment Court Resource Center counted 679 adult mental health courts nationwide at the end of 2024. A 2021 analysis of 30 evaluations linked mental health court participation to 74% lower odds of repeat offending. Research on offenders with mental disorders suggests that recidivism depends more on criminal history than on diagnosis. A 2005 published in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence found that the number of previous offenses was the strongest predictor of reoffending. SEND US A TIP "My son saw it on TikTok , came running to me, and I could see the emotion in his face," Gentry said. "Big old tears welled up in his eyes and he said, 'Mom, the guy that hit me just stabbed an old man at Publix. You were right.'" GOT A TIP? "The first thing out of my son's mouth to the sheriff back in 2025 was that if that man had a gun or a knife, he wouldn't be here today. Now an innocent senior citizen is in the hospital because the system refused to hold him accountable." The State Attorney’s Office for the 20th Judicial Circuit did not respond to comment for request by publication date. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Lyons remains held without bond at the Charlotte County Jail. His arraignment is scheduled for Nov. 16 at the Charlotte County Justice Center. Court records indicated that Lyons declined a public defender. It’s unclear whether he has hired a private attorney. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2141e75342cf4db910d4b Trump's Capitol Hill whisperer reveals secrets to president's dealmaking as he heads for exit te 2026-10-16T12:10:06.439Z Trump's Capitol Hill whisperer reveals secrets to president's dealmaking as he heads for exit EXCLUSIVE: There are few people in the United States who have more significantly shaped the course of American history over the last two years, while remaining as little-known as James Braid. Millions of Americans across the country may not be familiar with the name, but in Washington, D.C., Braid is hard to miss both literally and figuratively. At six feet six inches tall, he cast a tall shadow during his days at the White House and on Capitol Hill pushing President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. And that shadow has been responsible for helping push numerous legislative successes for Trump over the finish line, from rolling back Biden-era policies to passing Trump’s signature tax policy bill, until Tuesday — which marked Braid’s last day as director of the Office of Legislative Affairs. The "stock-in-trade" of the job, he told Fox News Digital in a rare interview, "is cautious optimism in the face of all odds." From the outside, being Trump’s whisperer on Capitol Hill does not look like an easy job, particularly when the president is known to personally call out lawmakers who oppose his agenda. Recently, for example, he publicized the personal phone number of Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., over his opposition to a bill making Daylight Saving Time permanent. TRUMP DROPS REPUBLICAN SENATOR'S PHONE NUMBER IN SOCIAL POST OVER FURY ON STALLED BILL But Braid insisted that Trump’s people skills ultimately meant those dust-ups came out of the wash and lauded "his extraordinary capacity to have a tough conversation one day and play a round of golf the next." "There's always a give-and-take in any relationship with a legislator, and sometimes there's a give as a result of, you know, tension," Braid said. "But you know … one errant Truth [Social post], or one critical Truth, does not a relationship make." But some Republicans’ relationships with the president never seemed to recover, like the case of Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., who has no love lost with Trump. Braid said the key to working with people was always being straightforward about what the White House wants. "We've been able to be honest brokers and deliver for a lot of these members in different ways," he said. But Trump’s presence still looms large in Congress whether he’s there in person or not. A senior administration official familiar with Braid’s work told Fox News Digital that ultimately, "No one speaks for President Trump except for President Trump." The official said Trump is known to be "hands-on at every critical legislative juncture" that pushes his agenda forward. And Braid revealed that he keeps tabs on certain votes, as well. "He always wants to know how people are voting after every major vote. He knows where people are," Braid said, adding that Trump "ultimately knows that Republicans in Congress overwhelmingly vote with him." But Braid admitted he has faced long odds over his last two years, particularly with the vast tax-and-policy package nicknamed the big, beautiful bill. MILLIONS TAP TRUMP TAX CUTS THIS FILING SEASON AS REFUNDS TOP $3,400 He recalled sitting in his office one day, "I looked at the quad on the TV, and every single chyron is some variation of ‘GOP megabill in trouble.’ And yeah, I mean, there's certainly, at every moment, it was tenuous. At every moment, the thread was fraying." One specific scenario he recalled took place at Sterling Golf Club in Virginia, where he, Trump, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought, and then-deputy Chief of Staff James Blair were meeting with Senate Republican holdouts on the legislation. GOP FISCAL HAWK SOUNDS ALARM ON 'OUT OF CONTROL' FEDERAL SPENDING, SAYING 'BOTH PARTIES HAVE FAILED US' "We're sitting there with [Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky.], [Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis.], [Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla.], me, Blair, Russ, and the president, and they're bringing out these heaps of food," Braid recalled. "I think there's something like four pizzas on the table and maybe 22 hot dogs for five guys, none of them were eating. And it's just, I mean, we, I think we argued about the administration's overall funding strategy for two hours as the afternoon wore on." Ultimately, however, the bill passed the House and Senate — for which Braid credited both administration officials and congressional leaders. "The level of commitment that was there and present from the leadership across the Republican Party to get this thing done, basically willed it into being," he said. He referenced the day Trump signed the bill when asked about his best day on the job over the last two years: "I would say July 4th in the White House with my son and the Speaker of the House in the summer sunshine, watching the president sign the most significant piece of Republican domestic policy legislation." Top congressional leaders hailed Braid as a critical champion of the GOP agenda. "James is a total pro and one of House Republicans’ greatest teammates," House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., said. "He took the time to get to know our members and master the unique dynamics of the House Republican Conference." Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., called Braid a "tremendous partner" for his conference. "I’m grateful for his dedicated service to our country, and I wish him and his family all the best with their next chapter," Thune said. Vought called Braid a "lion for the president in delivering his agenda on the Hill." And Vice President JD Vance, who hired Braid as his legislative director before both ascended to the White House, told Fox News Digital that he is "incredibly brilliant, effective, and a hard worker without compare." "He has been with me since the start of my Senate term, where he was with me for every fight and brought his talents to the president’s second term, where he has played a central role in every single policy effort since," Vance said. Now that he is departing, the senior administration official who spoke with Fox News Digital said they expect Braid to find work outside the government after years of grinding on Capitol Hill and the White House. As for Braid, he said of his next move, "It's hard for me to even think about not doing this job, but at the end of the day, I know [Katie Bailey is] going to do great … but yeah, I'll take a little time and try to figure out what's next. " Bailey, Braid's former deputy director of the Office of Legislative Affairs, is now taking over the job. He summed up his advice to his successor in two bullet points. "Number one, you have to be ruthless in what you're focused on and tune out the distractions to get the issue of the day over the line and onto the president's desk," he said. "Number two, invariably, the situation feels pretty grave, but usually we muddle through, and to remain optimistic. " Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad211c975342cf4db910d09 Alex Murdaugh's 'wild goose chase' for missing murder guns targets police chief: expert te 2026-10-16T12:00:09.699Z Alex Murdaugh's 'wild goose chase' for missing murder guns targets police chief: expert LEXINGTON, S.C. – A former prosecutor said Alex Murdaugh’s defense team is pursuing a "wild goose chase" over claims a police chief handled the alleged murder weapons as the case returns to court Friday. Murdaugh was convicted in 2023 of murdering his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, at the family's Moselle property in Colleton County. A hearing is scheduled for Friday morning at 10 a.m. to discuss several evidentiary items as both the prosecution and Murdaugh's defense prepare for a retrial next year. The South Carolina Supreme Court later overturned the convictions after finding that former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill improperly influenced the jury. His retrial is scheduled to begin April 5, 2027. Murdaugh has maintained his innocence in the killings. ALEX MURDAUGH MURDER SAGA LANDS RIGHT BACK WHERE IT STARTED BEFORE NEXT LOWCOUNTRY COURTROOM BATTLE At the center of Friday's hearing are several motions relating to DNA evidence tied to Maggie Murdaugh's fingernail clippings and her cellphone swabs, ballistics evidence, raw data from the cellphones seized during the investigation, and raw crime scene data that includes the FARO laser scan of the crime scene. A separate hearing will be held on Nov. 13, where more motions will be heard. The defense team for Murdaugh had previously sought the release of DNA evidence collected from beneath Maggie Murdaugh's fingernails to Othram, Inc. for analysis. Following Othram's testing, the defense contended that further analysis is necessary to recover a male DNA profile that, according to the defense, the state crime lab identified but did not fully investigate. ALEX MURDAUGH DEFENSE POINTS TO UNKNOWN MALE DNA IN PUSH FOR NEW TESTING Murdaugh defense attorney Dick Harpootlian argued that the partial DNA profile from swabs on Maggie Murdaugh's phone should be further tested as well. Defense attorneys asked for a list of every shooting in the counties surrounding the crime scene where .300 Blackout cases or projectiles were recovered, along with details about each crime. They also asked for raw data from a 3D laser scan the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) took of the crime scene. Prosecutors handed over a read-only viewer file in 2022, but the defense says it needs the raw data to reconstruct the scene. MURDAUGH DEFENSE SAYS DETECTIVES FOUND MALE DNA UNDER VICTIM'S NAILS BUT SKIPPED KEY TESTING In a recent filing, prosecutors said "the state is happy to provide" the original scans of the crime scene done by a laser reconstruction device. Prosecutors also called Murdaugh's ballistics request a "speculative fishing expedition for public consumption." The state also said the phone data they requested was produced to them in 2022, and accused Murdaugh's defense of spreading "brazen falsehoods" in its motion. Murdaugh's defense team also asked a judge to force prosecutors to turn over information it has "concerning the handling, transport, concealment, or disposal of the alleged weapons used to kill Maggie Murdaugh and Paul Murdaugh, including the statement a witness gave to agents of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division in 2023 that a Lowcountry police chief spoke of arriving early at the scene and of providing Defendant Murdaugh a change of clothes, the reports of every interview conducted on that subject, and the testimony and exhibits presented to the State Grand Jury concerning it." MURDAUGH LAWYERS ALLEGE PROSECUTORS WITHHELD WITNESS CLAIM THAT POLICE CHIEF HANDLED MURDER WEAPONS: FILING According to the motion, filed in late September by Murdaugh's attorneys, press reports indicate that a state grand jury received testimony alleging Yemassee Police Chief Greg Alexander was observed in possession of the murder weapons shortly after the June 7, 2021, killings. "According to those reports, witnesses have testified that the Chief of Police of the Town of Yemassee, Greg Alexander, was seen with the murder weapons in the immediate aftermath of the June 7, 2021, killings, and that second Yemassee officer is under investigation for transporting and concealing weapons and clothing," the filing states. ALEX MURDAUGH DEMANDS NEW EVIDENCE SEARCH IN HUNT FOR CRACKS IN CASE It cites a story from The Post and Courier, which reported that "a Lowcountry official told SLED agents that Chief Alexander 'spoke of arriving early to the murder scene and talked about providing a change of clothes to Murdaugh,' and that the official believed the guns and clothing were brought into the police station and stored there." Notably, the allegations couldn't be corroborated by The Post and Courier. ALEX MURDAUGH DEFENSE SAYS MURDER WEAPON MAY BE TIED TO SEPARATE KILLING AS JUDGE SEEKS ANSWERS During Murdaugh's first murder trial in 2023, prosecutors argued that he used two different types of weapons to kill his family members, then cleaned up with a nearby water hose, changed his clothes and drove to his parents' house, where he allegedly left the murder weapons. He purportedly returned a week later to dispose of them. Prosecutors had previously acknowledged that the weapons were never recovered by police. According to an Oct. 8 filing by prosecutors, they neither confirmed nor denied that the matter might be under investigation but said that grand jury proceedings are confidential. Prosecutors said they will turn over the information when legally obligated. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Alexander, through his attorney, Joe McCulloch, denied accusations made in the media reports. "The same explanation has been provided to SLED," McCulloch told Fox News Digital. "That truth will outlive any ridiculous rumors and gossip." ALEX MURDAUGH MAKES 'EXPLOSIVE' BID TO BLOW UP MURDER CASE HINGING ON DNA, DIRTY MONEY AND LIES: EXPERT His attorneys said "if the reports are accurate," prosecutors have held evidence that contradicts their own theory. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Former prosecutor Joshua Ritter told Fox News Digital he considers the allegation against Alexander a "wild goose chase." CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "This is one of those cases that, you know, a lot of reporting was done early on, a lot of conspiracy theories swirling around this case," Ritter said. "I don't see any reason for the judge to allow for this essentially wild goose chase in regards to an uncorroborated report about law enforcement perhaps being in possession of the murder weapon." SEND US A TIP "Obviously the defense would love to pursue this to its absolute limit because they think that there's a snowball's chance that it might yield something but I think that the judge is probably going to give very little leeway on something like this," he added. GOT A TIP? The former prosecutor said he sees Murdaugh's recent filings as "borderline delay tactics." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "I think it's borderline delay tactics. I think it's grasping at straws. To be fair, I think from their perspective, they would say we're allowed to zealously defend our client. And if part of that means that we have access to every piece of evidence, including the raw data, so that we can do our own independent testing of it, no one should judge us for that," he said. "And that's very true, but at the same time, this is not the first time they've seen this evidence. This is not the first time they've had a trial regarding this evidence, this is our second go around." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Ritter said he does not expect Friday’s hearing to push back the retrial, and that Judge Debra McCaslin will likely make sure the defense gets what it’s owed. "I imagine the judge will address their concerns, make sure that the prosecution is handing over all the discovery that they have and that the defense is entitled to, but I don’t see this causing any kind of delay moving forward," he said. Fox News Digital reached out to Murdaugh's defense team for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad211c775342cf4db910cec Bystander fatally shoots suspected teen gunman in deadly elementary school shooting and more top headlines te 2026-10-16T12:00:07.968Z Bystander fatally shoots suspected teen gunman in deadly elementary school shooting and more top headlines 1. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad20d1975342cf4db910c18 You're probably cooking rice wrong, and chefs reveal the simple mistake to avoid te 2026-10-16T11:40:09.045Z You're probably cooking rice wrong, and chefs reveal the simple mistake to avoid Rice may be a kitchen staple, but cooking it well at home can be trickier than it seems. Experts say the trick to tender rice with distinct grains that stay separate instead of clumping together may begin before you even turn on the stove, with a step many home cooks skip. "I generally rinse before cooking when I want a light, fluffy result," Dennis Littley, a New Jersey-based classically trained chef and founder of Ask Chef Dennis, told Fox News Digital. FOUR FOODS YOU SHOULD NEVER STORE IN THE FREEZER — AND WHERE TO KEEP THEM INSTEAD He recommends rinsing long-grain white rice, basmati and jasmine rice until the water goes from very cloudy to mostly clear. It doesn't need to be perfectly transparent, he said. The rinse removes some of the loose surface starch that can make rice gummy or clumpy, Littley said. Then, drain it well so the water-to-rice ratio is not thrown off. But chefs also note that not every type of rice should be treated the same. CELEBRITY CHEF SAYS IF YOU CAN DRIVE TO MCDONALD'S, YOU CAN COOK HEALTHY MEALS AT HOME "The important thing is to adjust your technique for the type of rice you're using rather than applying one method to every variety," Littley said. Christine Pittman, the Florida-based founder and CEO of COOKtheStory, TheCookful and COOKforTWO, said she reserves the rinse for short-grain rice and for when she is cooking rice in a pressure cooker. Littley and Pittman both suggest skipping the rinse for risotto, noting that the starch helps make the dish creamy. THE BEST CHEESE FOR A BURGER, ACCORDING TO AN EXPERT — AND WHY SOME POPULAR PICKS FALL FLAT A recent side-by-side test by Food & Wine found that rinsed and soaked basmati and jasmine rice were lighter and fluffier than unwashed rice, which clumped together. The test combined rinsing and soaking, not rinsing alone. "I especially like soaking basmati rice for about 20 to 30 minutes before cooking," Littley said. "It helps the grains hydrate evenly and can give you longer, more distinct grains with a nice fluffy texture." There are other ways home cooks can improve their rice, too. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Pittman recommends a little less than 2 cups of water for every 1 cup of long-grain white rice but says the amount varies by variety. For Japanese-style short-grain white rice, a rough stovetop starting point is 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups of water per cup of rice. Littley likewise advises following the package or recipe directions for the specific rice. While brown rice can also be rinsed, its bran layer means it needs more water — about 2 cups per 1 cup of rice — and more time to cook. Briefly toasting rice in a little oil or butter after rinsing and draining, but before adding liquid, can add a nutty flavor and help keep the grains defined, Littley said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Once the rice and cooking liquid are in the pot and the liquid comes to a boil, lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cover the pot, Littley said, and avoid lifting the lid or stirring while it cooks, Littley said. When the rice is done, take it off the heat and let it rest, covered, for five to 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Letting it rest allows moisture to redistribute for a more even texture. Once the rice and cooking liquid are in the pot and the liquid comes to a boil, lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the pot and avoid lifting the lid or stirring while it cooks, Littley said. When the rice is done, take it off the heat and let it rest, covered, for five to 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Letting it rest allows moisture to redistribute for a more even texture. For Pittman, the fluffing step is also crucial to good rice. She recommends fluffing it with a dinner fork, using a "gentle folding motion" to lift the rice from the bottom of the pot rather than stirring it vigorously. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "You're really only touching the bottom of the rice with your fork, and the rest of the rice on top is moving sort of like a little avalanche from the pressure of the fork underneath," she said. If it's undercooked, Pittman said, add a little hot water, cover the pot and return it to low heat. "Overcooked rice is bad, but my hot take is that undercooked rice is worse," she said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2086675342cf4db910b5f Pope Leo's lung tumor raises questions about cancer risk for nonsmokers te 2026-10-16T11:20:06.966Z Pope Leo's lung tumor raises questions about cancer risk for nonsmokers Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after a scheduled surgery, the Vatican announced Tuesday. After undergoing thoracic surgery, where surgeons removed the lower lobe of the Pope’s right lung, examination of the tissue confirmed the diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. The diagnosis had been suspected based on testing conducted before the procedure, according to the Holy See Press Office. POPE LEO DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER AFTER SURGEONS REMOVE PART OF RIGHT LUNG, VATICAN SAYS The Pope reportedly does not smoke and does not have a known history of smoking. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that most lung cancer deaths (80%) are caused by smoking. Lung adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer, representing about 40% of all lung cancers in the U.S., according to the Lung Cancer Foundation of America. It is also the most common type among non-smokers. NEVER SMOKED A CIGARETTE? YOU COULD STILL BE AT HIGHER RISK FOR LUNG CANCER In an interview with Fox News Digital, Lary Robinson, M.D., an oncologist at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, shared his surprise regarding the Pope’s health status, as the lung nodule was "felt to be malignant." About 80% of lung cancers occur in people who smoke or have smoked, said Robinson, who has not treated the Pope. However, he noted that lung cancer also occurs among never-smokers — including an estimated 10% of male patients and 25% of female patients. "But [the Pope] had surgery and had a lobectomy, so this is usually only done with people who have localized disease, and presumably he had localized disease. And hopefully that's a stage 1 cancer," the doctor added. If the Pope’s cancer is stage 1, there is a "high chance" of cure — about 90%, depending on the size of the tumor, the oncologist said. The fact that he went straight to surgery suggests there was likely no evidence that the cancer had spread. HEALTHY DIETS SPARK LUNG CANCER RISK IN NON-SMOKERS AS PESTICIDES LOOM "We'll have to wait for the pathology to determine … whether he had a stage 1 cancer and whether he needs any additional treatment afterward," Robinson said. "Size matters in lung nodules and lung cancer – the larger the cancer, the worse outlook it is, because it's more likely to be advanced and have spread." Not all lung cancer cases are caused by smoking. Other factors like family history and genetic predisposition can play a role, experts say. Recent research discovered that a rare genetic mutation in the gene EGFR T790M increased lung cancer risk by 25 times compared with people who did not have the mutation, according to findings published in the journal Science. Among people who had never smoked, carriers of the mutation had about 62 times the odds of lung cancer compared with never-smokers who were not carriers. Robinson added that other types of smoking, like pipes and cigars, can increase the risk of lung cancer, as well as heavy use of marijuana. Another risk factor is exposure to environmental toxins, such as diesel exhaust and radon, according to the oncologist. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER "Unfortunately, probably over half of the people who are never-smokers with lung cancer come into stage 4 disease," Robinson said. "And that's higher than people who are smokers or former smokers, so they start out at a worse stage in general." In most cases, early-stage lung cancer will not come with any symptoms, according to Robinson. In those who do have symptoms, however, the most common are related to the lungs, including a persistent cough, shortness of breath or coughing up blood. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Unexplained weight loss can result from any form of cancer, the oncologist noted. Neurological symptoms, like persistent headaches, may also warrant seeing a doctor. Lung cancer is rare in younger adults, which is why annual CT screening is generally recommended starting at age 50 for those at high risk, the doctor said. People considered at high risk include current smokers with at least a 20 pack-year history, as well as former smokers who quit within the past 15 years. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Only about 15% of the people who are eligible get screened, unfortunately," Robinson said. "I'm hoping that within four or five years, a screening CT scan will only be confirmatory after they have a positive blood test done at your doctor's office." That approach could make screening easier and potentially help detect more lung cancers, according to the doctor. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2086575342cf4db910b55 JONATHAN TURLEY: Sherrod Brown's pledge turns advice and consent into a punchline te 2026-10-16T11:20:05.912Z JONATHAN TURLEY: Sherrod Brown's pledge turns advice and consent into a punchline In Ohio, Sherrod Brown went full Jaime West this week in his U.S. Senate campaign. West is the Indiana candidate who became a viral sensation for pledging to "fire all Republicans" because "I just don't like them." Brown appears to be eager to jump on the same rage train and pledged that he will vote against any Republican judicial nominee regardless of their qualifications or background. Brown is literally pledging that he will toss away the constitutional duty of "advice and consent" under Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution and vote blindly against anyone nominated by President Trump because he does not like him. Brown told MS NOW that "we’re not, obviously, confirming judges that are Trump judges." Unfortunately, it is common for senators of the opposing party to vote against a President's nominees. However, they at least preserve the pretense of "advice and consent." Brown is trying to win the race to the bottom by saying that Trump could nominate Louis Brandeis, and he would still vote against him because he is a Trump judicial nominee. KAMALA HARRIS CALLS TO EXPAND SUPREME COURT, ADD STATES IF DEMS TAKE CONGRESS Brown seems to be channeling Jaime West, who admitted that she does "not even talk to them" and hates Republicans. It is a curious pledge in a state that voted for Trump three times and is Republican. What is most concerning is that this pledge is made as leading Democrats are lining up in favor of packing the Court. The combination would ravage our court system through packing and attrition. Brown would simply not confirm any new judges as a way of reducing Republican judges on the bench. Brown and his colleagues are given absolute discretion in casting their votes on judicial nominees, including doing so on a strictly partisan basis. They also have the right not to vote on a nominee, as was the case of the nomination of Merrick Garland. While I also criticized the failure to vote on Garland, it was within the authority of the Senate to forego such a vote. There was a time when the Senate was called the "world’s greatest deliberative body." The phrase attributed to former President James Buchanan in 1867 is often repeated today like a mantra by senators who have dispensed with serious deliberations in favor of endless demonstrations. Now, Brown is actually running on a "no deliberation" pledge. SUPREME COURT KICKS OFF NEW TERM WITH FRESH QUESTIONS OVER ITS LEGITIMACY AND ITS FUTURE I am old enough to remember when senators routinely voted for judges from the other party and different ideologies as a matter of political integrity. For many decades, senators insisted that they were bound to vote for a nominee if they were qualified even if they disagreed with their liberal or conservative jurisprudential views. In his famous 1878 "Kin Beyond the Sea," British Prime Minister William Gladstone referred to the U.S. Senate as "that remarkable body, the most remarkable of all the inventions of modern politics, the Senate of the United States." With Brown, even the pretense of deliberation is over. He is pledging not to consider the merits of nominees in fulfilling his oath to give "advice and consent" on nominations. Joining Jaime West, he is announcing that he just does not like them, and so he will not speak with them. The senators now seem to be offering pure undiluted rage to voters. In Rage and the Republic, I discuss how the Framers designed our Constitution to prevent a democracy from becoming what Benjamin Rush called a mobocracy. It is now becoming the captive of the very blind passions that it was designed to resist. The Brown pledge is a chilling moment for this once august institution. It was designed to be a bulwark against the mob, an institution that would temper passions, not yield to them. Indeed, in his final farewell to the Senate in 1805, Aaron Burr remarked that "if the Constitution be destined ever to perish by the sacrilegious hand of the demagogue or the usurper, which God avert, its expiring agonies will be witnessed on this floor." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad2086475342cf4db910b4c Former NFL team doctor addresses Jalen Hurts' blood clot as QB's season hinges on one key word te 2026-10-16T11:20:04.764Z Former NFL team doctor addresses Jalen Hurts' blood clot as QB's season hinges on one key word David Chao served as the Chargers team doctor for 17 years while they were still in San Diego, so when he studied the statement the Philadelphia Eagles released about Jalen Hurts and his blood clot, the doctor focused on one key word that will determine whether the quarterback misses a little time or a long time. The word that glowed in neon for Dr. Chao was "movement." The Eagles' statement announcing Hurts is out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers said that a follow-up ultrasound on Wednesday revealed "movement in the small blood clot" the team had discovered four days earlier. CAROLINA PANTHERS LINEMAN TAYLOR MOTON OVERCAME BLOODY, LIFE-THREATENING EPISODE AND NOW HE'S BACK AT PRACTICE That blood clot discovered on Saturday was described by the team as "superficial." "What do they mean by movement?" Dr. Chao told OutKick. "Do they mean movement as in it's propagating and it's now a bigger superficial blood clot? Or is it movement meaning it's deeper and it's a deep vein clot? "If he has a deep vein clot, he's out for multiple weeks, at least." Dr. Chao explained superficial clots can indeed move. They can move and remain superficial. "But if movement means it has become deep vein, then he's out long term, and they haven't revealed the whole breadth or depth of the news yet," he added. By "deep vein," Dr. Chao means a deep vein thrombosis. If Hurts has a deep vein thrombosis in his leg, missing one game on Sunday would be only the start of a long and possibly season-ending absence. "If it's a deep vein thrombosis it starts to be measured in months not weeks," Dr. Chao said. That's not all. A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) clot can break loose. It can travel through the bloodstream to the lungs and block blood flow. That's known as a pulmonary embolism. "Then he would be out for the season," Dr. Chao said. A pulmonary embolism requires strong anticoagulation medicine. And no doctor would clear Hurts to play while taking such medication. Why can't a player play if he is on strong anticoagulants? The risk of bleeding. No, a player is not going to have a medical emergency from a scratch that won't stop bleeding. But there is other bleeding that must be considered. PACKERS RECEIVER JAYDEN REED GETS BAD NEWS ABOUT NECK INJURY AFTER LEAVING WEEK 2 GAME ON SPINE BOARD "Internal organ bleeding would be worrisome, but the big fear is, what if you have a brain bleed?" said Dr. Chao, who is the founder of the sports injury insights site SICScore.com. Dr. Chao said going on anticoagulants does not automatically keep Hurts from being cleared to play. The issue is the strength of the anticoagulant he might require. The Eagles, it should be noted, said they first discovered Hurts' blood clot by doing an ultrasound after they flew to London on Saturday. The clot at that time was "superficial" and it was decided Hurts could play. Then the team flew back to Philadelphia after the game and on Wednesday evening a new ultrasound discovered the "movement" that caused the team to rule Hurts out against the Panthers. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! So did the flight back from London make the quarterback's condition worse? "I hear you," Dr. Chao said. "But it depends what they did for the flight. If they said, 'Oh, nothing to see here, don't worry about it,' that would raise an eyebrow. "You have to understand, people with superficial DVTs get sent home and do sleep at night and that's sometimes eight hours. He's not in a seat that can't move. If they urged him to move, they had some sort of pulsatile device on his leg, they had compression stockings, blood thinned it a little bit, then the flight is very defensible. "If they said nothing to see here, it causes at least an eyebrow raise." FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1ff0575342cf4db9108ed Wynonna Judd responds to Kacey Musgraves' anti-Christopher Columbus rant: 'I'm a patriot' te 2026-10-16T10:40:05.367Z Wynonna Judd responds to Kacey Musgraves' anti-Christopher Columbus rant: 'I'm a patriot' Country singer Kacey Musgraves caused quite a stir earlier this week at a concert in Texas when she called Christopher Columbus "lame" and "a loser." "Obviously f--- Columbus. Literally the lamest person to probably ever exist. Like for real. What a loser," she said to an incensed crowd when discussing the national holiday this past Monday. While Musgraves' comments received both praise and backlash, one country music legend took exception to the vulgar remarks. WYNONNA JUDD CALLS OUT ROSIE O’DONNELL AFTER POLITICAL COMMENTS LEAVE COUNTRY STAR ‘IN SHOCK’ Wynonna Judd joined Tomi Lahren on her show, "Tomi Lahren is Fearless," and when the subject of Musgraves and her anti-Columbus rant was broached, Lahren's guest did not hold back. "She has the right to do that," Judd told Lahren. "But that doesn't mean it's the right thing." METALLICA FRONTMAN JAMES HETFIELD BLASTS ENTERTAINERS PUSHING POLITICAL AGENDAS AT CONCERTS The Country Music Hall of Famer was quick to point out that the last thing she wants to do is lecture any of the fans who paid money to see her. "I never hear from my fans, 'Hey, would you come out and sing 'Grandpa' and tell me what your political view is,'" Judd explained. "My job is to be an entertaining person." "My grandmother would've had a fit," she added. Judd revealed that she lives by the thought process of "what would Dolly [Parton] do" when it comes to keeping her beliefs to herself. Much like Parton, Judd lets her actions speak louder than her words, and one of the causes closest to her heart is helping military service members. When people take her love for our troops and try to tie it to a certain political belief, the country music star says it hurts her. COUNTRY STAR CHRIS JANSON SAYS RESPECTING THE FLAG IS THE NUMBER ONE LESSON HE WANTS HIS KIDS TO LEARN "I didn't come here to talk about politics, I came to talk about music," she said. "It's nobody's business what I try to do in my private life." Despite her reticence to discuss political matters on stage, Judd wants to make one thing clear. GOO GOO DOLLS' JOHN RZEZNIK DRAWS LINE ON POLITICS AT CONCERTS: 'I'M NOT GOING TO LECTURE YOU' "I'm a patriot," she proudly exclaimed. "I support my servicemen. My son is a deputy. And I am for America. Period." Judd told Lahren that when she's on stage, she goes straight to the flag, reasoning that her love of country outweighs any political belief she — or anyone, for that matter — holds. "We live in the greatest country in the world," said Judd. "If it was President Biden, I would support him. Because he's the freaking president." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1fa5c75342cf4db91084c Charles Sauer: Medicare’s bad incentives are costing taxpayers billions te 2026-10-16T10:20:12.280Z Charles Sauer: Medicare’s bad incentives are costing taxpayers billions Costco, the multi-billion-dollar retailer, just partnered with health insurer SCAN Group to offer Medicare Advantage plans in select states. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1f80175342cf4db9107aa Former Border Patrol chief recalls Biden migrant surge chaos as Trump crackdown delivers historic turnaround te 2026-10-16T10:10:09.758Z Former Border Patrol chief recalls Biden migrant surge chaos as Trump crackdown delivers historic turnaround President Donald Trump’s border crackdown has sharply reduced the illegal crossings that overwhelmed agents under former President Joe Biden, with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reporting Thursday historic lows in apprehensions and a full fiscal year without Border Patrol releasing migrants into the country. For retired Yuma Arizona Sector U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Border Patrol Chief Chris Clem, the turnaround stands in sharp contrast to days when his agents could not pick up migrants fast enough and the consequences spilled into neighborhoods, farms and local businesses. "They just started walking through the agriculture fields. They started running through town," Clem told Fox News Digital, recalling the surge in December 2021. "They started going to the food bank. They started knocking on people’s doors at all hours of the nights."  TRUMP ADMIN MARKS 15 STRAIGHT MONTHS WITH ZERO BORDER RELEASES AS APPREHENSIONS PLUNGE 94% But while Clem said he credits stronger enforcement and the prospect of deportation with helping drive the decline, he warned that the gains could face another threat — a political shift in Washington. "There are a lot of policy decisions that can be really jammed up by a Congress that’s gung-ho to overturn what this president has done," said Clem, who warned that changes in congressional control could complicate enforcement through funding decisions and policy restrictions, while a future presidential administration could pursue broader reversals. Preliminary DHS figures released Thursday show Border Patrol recorded 98,708 southwest border apprehensions in fiscal year 2026, roughly 95% below the annual average of more than 1.8 million during the Biden administration. That translates to about 270 apprehensions a day across the southwest border, compared with roughly 5,000 using the department’s Biden-era annual average. In Yuma alone, Clem recalled daily arrivals climbing from roughly 25 in December 2020, to more than 1,000 by December 2021. During a particularly difficult three-day stretch that month, he said, daily arrivals approached 1,500. TRUMP HITS DRAMATIC MILESTONE IN MASSIVE DEPARTURE FROM BIDEN BORDER PLAN: 'WHAT A DIFFERENCE' Weather problems and a shortage of resources compounded the strain, leaving agents struggling to transport people from the border, he said. "That was really when it, you know, was the most critical for me because we had the true community impact of a failed border security policy out of Washington, D.C.," Clem said. His agents remained committed to the mission, he said, but the volume was overwhelming. "The agents, their heads were in the right place. They knew they had to do the job," Clem said. "But when you’re outnumbered, literally 100 to one, it’s very difficult." The new DHS figures put an entire fiscal year of southwest border apprehensions below half the 249,740 recorded during the Biden administration’s single busiest month. DHS also said September marked the 17th consecutive month without Border Patrol releasing migrants into the country, completing what it described as the agency’s first full fiscal year with zero releases. DHS TOUTS MILLIONS OF ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT DEPARTURES AS BORDER CROSSINGS DROP 94% UNDER TRUMP Clem said the prospect of being released had given smugglers a powerful selling point during the previous administration. "If you get to the border, you’re gonna be processed, and you’ll be let go," he said, describing the pitch. He argued that changing that expectation is central to discouraging illegal crossings. "They know that they’re not gonna be processed and released, which was the status quo under the Biden-Harris administration," Clem said. TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S IMMIGRATION PUSH FUELS ICE'S BIGGEST ARREST MONTH IN AGENCY HISTORY He credited a combination of personnel, infrastructure, technology and consequences for illegal entry, rather than any single measure. The enforcement effort also extends beyond the border itself. Clem said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations inside the country add another layer, making clear that getting past Border Patrol does not eliminate the possibility of arrest and removal. "When you combine the strong border posture, as well as the strong and robust interior enforcement, it’s a recipe for success," he said. Border czar Tom Homan pointed to that interior enforcement push Thursday, saying ICE had recorded its highest single-day deportation total since Trump returned to office. TRUMP DHS HITS 16 STRAIGHT MONTHS WITH 0 RELEASES AT THE BORDER "We are deportation-maxxing—firing on all cylinders while still expanding our capabilities to ramp up removals beyond current record-breaking levels," Homan wrote on social media. Homan said he visited ICE Air Operations in Alexandria, Louisiana, to observe removal operations, including a flight returning Haitians he said had criminal records involving aggravated assault, sexual assault, kidnapping, battery and other offenses. He also said ICE conducted more removals in September than in any other month, though his post did not provide totals or specify the comparison period. Fiscal year 2026 figures were still being finalized, he said. The ICE removal figures measure a separate part of the immigration system from Border Patrol apprehensions and releases. "President Trump promised the American people a secure border, and the data proves he delivered," DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said in a statement announcing the border figures. "The results could not be clearer: strong enforcement works." Still, Clem cautioned that lower numbers do not eliminate threats from smugglers or people trying to evade detection. "There are always gonna be that risk where somebody does sneak through. Who is that person?" he said. He argued that mixed political messages can also give smugglers an opening to lure people into dangerous journeys with promises that U.S. policies will change. "When our policies aren’t clear and transparent, and we’re not holding ourselves accountable, it’s a marketing tool for the smuggling organizations," he said. For Clem, the distinction between debating immigration policy and maintaining border security is essential. "We have an immigration issue we need to address," he said. "We need to find a way to retain and recruit those that are here, that are foreign nationals that want to contribute." "But none of that should matter when it comes down to securing the border," Clem added. "We should always be looking at keeping America safe." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1f80075342cf4db9107a1 Fox News Digital's News Quiz: October 16, 2026 te 2026-10-16T10:10:08.794Z Fox News Digital's News Quiz: October 16, 2026 Test your news knowledge with this week's Fox News Digital News Quiz, featuring President Donald Trump's new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia, and the latest on the search for Amelia Earhart's plane. Looking for another challenge? The FBI tracking the phone activity of Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles in 2023 and a longtime frozen pizza brand ending production were featured in last week's News Quiz. Test your knowledge of brisket battles, Hollywood history 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/6ad1f7ff75342cf4db910798 Prince Harry's reported $100K deal for Princess Diana MasterClass sparks 'cash grab' claims from royal experts te 2026-10-16T10:10:07.833Z Prince Harry's reported $100K deal for Princess Diana MasterClass sparks 'cash grab' claims from royal experts Prince Harry has spent years publicly unpacking his grief over the death of his mother, Princess Diana. But his latest revelations have sparked renewed skepticism among royal experts. The Duke of Sussex opened up about how losing his mother when he was 12 affected his life in a new MasterClass course titled "Redefining Grief: Building Resilience Through Loss," which debuted Oct. 8. In the course, Harry spoke with neuroscientist and grief expert Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor about how grief can affect the brain and body. PRINCE HARRY, MEGHAN MARKLE FEEDING THE 'PUBLICITY MACHINE' DESPITE PRIVACY DEMANDS: EXPERT The Daily Mail reported that Harry pocketed $100,000, plus a share of subscription revenue for his class. A source told the outlet, "I'd encourage everyone to watch it before casting any judgment," adding that he should not be criticized at length for "speaking from the heart."  Forbes previously reported that most MasterClass instructors get at least $100,000 and a share of at least 30% of revenue. The Daily Mail reported that a spokesperson confirmed Harry was paid by MasterClass but declined to comment further. Past stars featured on the platform include Martin Scorsese, Gordon Ramsay and Hillary Clinton, among others. Fox News Digital reached out to Archewell and MasterClass for comment. Several royal experts told Fox News Digital that Harry's decision to repeatedly revisit his grief through books, interviews and media projects has fueled debate over whether the 42-year-old is profiting from the tragedy he shares with his brother, Prince William, who has largely chosen to grieve outside the spotlight. WATCH: PRINCE HARRY'S REPORTED PRINCESS DIANA MOVIE PROJECT SPARKS CONTROVERSY "Prince Harry has spoken extensively about his emotional scars and unresolved grief surrounding the death of his mother," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital. "However, Harry continuously paints himself a victim," Chard said. "Blame always falls on someone else. He realizes people's interest in Diana and, let's not forget, it makes a quick buck. It's seen as a cash grab, cashing in on his mother's death. It plays into the reported title 'Grief Grifter.'" "The public understands the heartache Harry and William must have endured after their mother passed away," Chard said. "Grief affects people in different ways, and both boys endured divergent paths of grief." According to People magazine, MasterClass approached Harry about developing a class on grief in 2025. The course was filmed in California during the summer of 2026, before Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, traveled back to the U.K. People reported that the course, released ahead of World Mental Health Day on Oct. 10, supports two charities: Scotty's Little Soldiers, a U.K. organization that helps children and young people whose parents died during or after service in the British Armed Forces, and Comfort Zone Camp, a U.S. nonprofit that provides bereavement camps for grieving children. According to The Times, William does not plan to make a film about Diana to mark the 30th anniversary of her death in 2027, in part to avoid further conflict with Harry. The outlet also reported that William has declined several offers to make or appear in documentaries about his mother. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Meanwhile, Harry is considering several projects to mark the 30th anniversary of Diana's death, according to People magazine. While several ideas are under discussion, the outlet reported that no documentary has been finalized or confirmed. Several sources told People that Harry has reached out to family members and friends of his late mother. The class also arrived just weeks after Princess Diana's younger brother, Charles Spencer, released his memoir, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister." At the beginning of the course, Harry recalled his reaction to learning of his mother's death. "I didn't cry when I was told my mom died, only at her burial, and then not again for nearly two decades," he said, as quoted by People. "I was convinced that was strength, but it wasn't. It was a 12-year-old boy with no permission to fall apart and no roadmap for how to heal." "You would think I had the best help in the world," Harry said. "I'm a prince for God's sake. But I was still grieving and didn't have any place to put those feelings." In his 2023 memoir, "Spare," Harry wrote that his father, King Charles III, didn't hug him after telling him Diana had died. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Pa didn't hug me," Harry wrote. "He wasn't great at showing emotions under normal circumstances. How could he be expected to show them in such a crisis? His hand did fall once more on my knee, and he said, 'It's going to be OK.' That was quite a lot for him. Fatherly, hopeful, kind. And so very untrue." For some royal experts, however, the issue isn't whether Harry has a right to discuss his grief, but his decision to repeatedly revisit it publicly. "Sadly, Harry hasn't dealt well at all with his grief," British royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital.  Fordwich echoed Chard's criticism, saying Harry has faced accusations of being a "grief grifter" for repeatedly discussing his mother's death through public projects that could generate revenue. "What mother would want her child to be miserable and mourning so many years later?" Fordwich asked. Other royal commentators see Harry's decision differently. Royal broadcaster Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital that Harry is using his platform to raise awareness of mental health issues and encourage others to discuss their experiences and seek help. "I feel this is not a ploy on his part to create attention or sympathy from the public," Turner said. "I see it as an act of bravery on his part to distance himself from former royal trappings and show himself as most people see him: a man of the people." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Harry also said he spent years feeling that experiencing happiness would mean betraying his mother's memory. "I'd spent so long emotionally numb, to a large extent, because I felt disloyal and guilty for the possibility of being happy and joyful without her," Harry said. "I felt like I had to be sad, and I had to be emotionally numb in order to prove to her that I missed her." "But the reality is, what I discovered was actually she just wanted me to be happy," Harry said. "And that was a huge mental shift for me. It freed me, and it gave me a whole different outlook on life." In the course, Harry also described his experience after moving to Canada with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their son, Prince Archie, in late 2019. The couple stepped back from their roles as senior working royals in 2020, citing intrusive British media coverage and a lack of support from the palace as reasons for their departure. Harry said he experienced an "adrenaline crash." "We moved to Canada to get some space away from everything, just to be able to think," Harry said. "Being in Canada, away from the stressful environment where presumably my body was just pumped full of adrenaline, within two or three days, I experienced this adrenaline crash — something that I'd never experienced before." "It was as if I needed stress in order to get the adrenaline to make my brain function because I became useless around the house," Harry said. "I actually slipped into depression for about two weeks and I felt like I couldn't function without adrenaline." Harry's disclosure that he experienced depression shortly after leaving royal life caught Chard's attention. "The new narrative that he was depressed for a couple of weeks after leaving the British royal family is slightly suspect and does not resonate with his 'Freedom Flight,'" Chard said. "Harry wears his heart on his sleeve, and many doubt he'd forgotten to state this information in his previous memoir, documentaries and interviews." "This is definitely new information and slightly changes the narrative," Chard said. Harry also said that carrying out royal duties triggered anxiety and panic attacks. "There was a time where public engagements just created absolute panic right from beginning to end," Harry said. "The panic was having to put my suit, jacket, and tie on and suddenly feel suffocated. The panic was going from A to B, getting out of the car in front of all the cameras and the clicks. PRINCE WILLIAM ‘INCANDESCENT WITH ANGER’ AT PRINCE HARRY AS DIANA ANNIVERSARY DEEPENS ROYAL RIFT: PIERS MORGAN "I started to realize that I had become seriously depleted when just putting a simple dress shirt on — the tightening of the collar — literally felt like I was suffocating, and I would be experiencing panic attacks just in the car on the way to work," Harry said. "And that's when I realized, OK, there's something bigger, there's something else that you need to look into here." Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital he believes Harry will continue discussing Diana's death if he moves forward with a documentary about his mother. "There is no doubt he is likely to continue emphasizing his vulnerability after Princess Diana's death," Fitzwilliams said. "We saw the emotional Harry on MasterClass, yet again." Harry also credited therapy with helping him confront grief he had carried for decades. "I learned more about myself in two or three sessions than I had done in 20 years," Harry said. "First of all, she helped me accept and acknowledge that I was grieving and that it was okay to grieve and that what happened to me was really quite hard." Nearly three decades after Diana's death, Harry and William continue to take different approaches to honoring their mother's memory — one through public revelations, the other largely away from the spotlight. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1f7fe75342cf4db91078f FBI, Philly police dig up Horsch backyard at home tied to 7 missing women in possible serial killer probe te 2026-10-16T10:10:06.924Z FBI, Philly police dig up Horsch backyard at home tied to 7 missing women in possible serial killer probe Police and the FBI have returned to dig up the backyard of a Philadelphia home as part of an ongoing investigation into a potential serial killer that has already turned up apparent "snuff" films, ash-filled urns and evidence linked to at least seven missing women. Images show an excavator in the backyard as police in protective gear continue to come and go from the property this week. They've set up tents in the backyard and out front and covered parts of the lawn in tarps. Investigators could be seen wearing various levels of safety equipment, including face masks, hazmat suits, rubber gloves, protective sleeves and booties. One crime scene investigator was seen wearing what appeared to be a chemical-spraying backpack as she entered the property. A crime scene photographer also came and went Wednesday. HAZMAT CREW REMOVES 'GLASS VIALS,' VACUUM FROM HOME LINKED TO MISSING WOMEN IN POTENTIAL SERIAL KILLER PROBE There is yellow police tape around the perimeter, and uniformed officers are standing watch. Joseph Giacalone, a retired NYPD cold case sergeant and adjunct professor at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, said the scale of the investigation stands out to him. "The sheer number of crime scene technicians that are going in and out of this house — usually you try to keep it to a minimum because you don't want people trampling on things and stuff like that," he told Fox News Digital. "I just think that there's so many different nooks and crannies that they have to cover that they need this many people. So, I mean, we're not talking three or four, we're talking 10, 12, or 14 people going in and out of this place at one time." Police have repeatedly visited the home in recent weeks, carrying out boxes of evidence earlier this month, including one marked "glass vials." A Philadelphia Police Department spokesperson declined to go into specifics about the continued searches Thursday, citing the active and ongoing investigation. PHILLY SERIAL KILLER PROBE COULD EXPOSE LARGER NETWORK BEHIND APPARENT 'SNUFF' FILMS, EXPERT SAYS "Investigators continue to examine evidence and pursue all available leads," she told Fox News Digital. "At this time, we are unable to provide specific details regarding investigative activities at the property, any potential findings, or the status of efforts to authenticate the previously recovered images and videos." Raymond "RC" Horsch, a producer of BDSM-themed pornography and books, died last year at 82. However, police searched his former home after arresting his 44-year-old son Eugene Horsch in June. The younger Horsch was arrested in a car alongside a woman carrying an ID belonging to one of the seven missing women now linked to the investigation. GILGO BEACH SERIAL KILLER REX HEUERMANN KEPT 'DEXTER'-STYLE KILL ROOM BUT WASN'T AS SMART AS HE THOUGHT: DA Earlier searches turned up images and videos that police have said show four of the seven missing women. They also found a drum of chemicals hooked up to the house's water system. "Investigations predicated on forensic evidence can sometimes result in repeated trips back to a crime scene," said James Gagliano, a retired FBI supervisory agent and Fox News contributor. "You find something that initiates a search into a different area. We saw how early release of a crime scene in Tucson led to so many questions. They won’t make that mistake here." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Only some of the women have been publicly identified. Philadelphia police identified Maribel Fresses, 26, who vanished in 2018, and Gabrielle Amarando, 27, earlier in the investigation. During Eugene Horsch's arrest, the woman with him had an ID for Blair Tonzelli, 38, who was last seen in Philadelphia in February 2023, police told Fox News Digital in September. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB Two other women were identified in local reports. Both are listed as missing persons in the National Missing and Unidentified Person System, or NamUs. SEND US A TIP One is Horsch's ex-wife, Amy McHale, 54, who was 44 when she was last seen on June 13, 2016, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported in June. The other is Nicole "Nikki" Fusaro, 34, according to CBS' Philadelphia affiliate, citing local police sources. She was 27 when she vanished near the intersection of Kensington and Allegheny Avenue in July 2019. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Investigators said they have also identified dozens of other people from the images. However, no arrests have been made as the investigation continues. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Police have previously excavated underground pipes, but no bodies have been found. Eugene Horsch's arrest was unrelated to the disturbing discoveries police made at his father's former home, and he has not been charged in connection with the women's disappearances. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1f7fd75342cf4db910786 Murder weapons in Great Wolf Lodge family massacre may offer premeditation evidence: private investigator te 2026-10-16T10:10:05.918Z Murder weapons in Great Wolf Lodge family massacre may offer premeditation evidence: private investigator New details point to a possible premeditated plot in the family murders at Great Wolf Lodge in Pennsylvania, a private investigator says. Metallica Rose Harrison, 27, is facing two counts of criminal homicide after prosecutors say she stabbed and killed her husband, Charles "Chaz," and the couple's 3-year-old son, Tristan. It happened at the resort in the Poconos region of Pennsylvania. According to a criminal complaint, knives recovered by investigators on scene did not match knives belonging to the resort. The document says, "Both knives had teal green handles, which Great Wolf staff confirmed was not a type kept by the lodge." STEPMOM SAYS GREAT WOLF LODGE MASSACRE SUSPECT DRAINED FAMILY'S 401(K) BEFORE PRICEY WEEKSLONG STAY Family has confirmed that autopsies for both victims were being conducted. Investigators discovered the father and young son slaughtered in a hotel room at the resort on Monday. 📩 Send me a story idea: kelsie.cairns@fox.com 📸 Instagram: kelsiecairns_tv 🎥 Facebook: Kelsie Cairns TEACHER FOUND DEAD WITH THROAT SLIT; DETECTIVES SCRUTINIZE HUSBAND’S SHIFTING STORY Harrison's stepmother told Fox News Digital it's possible that the suspect may have drained the family's 401(k) account ahead of the three-week stay at the resort. The family of three lived in a modest home in Towanda, Pennsylvania. Their home is around 100 miles northwest of the resort. WOMAN ACCUSED OF DEADLY REVENGE CRASH FACES JURY AS BOYFRIEND’S HOSPITAL ACCOUNT STAYS OUT OF TRIAL LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "There’s so many lodges up in the mountains between where they lived and where they went to, that I’d be curious as to why they picked that lodge," said private investigator Rod Devine. His firm based in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania, south of the Poconos. "There’s a lot of moving parts here that the investigators will be looking at," he said. In his experience, he has sat face-to-face with convicted killers and homicide suspects. 'AMERICAN IDOL' ALUM CALEB FLYNN CONVICTED OF MURDERING HIS WIFE He explained that the allegations of the drained retirement fund, the nature in which both the husband and toddler were killed, and the possible murder weapons brought from home on the lengthy vacation suggest possible premeditation in the horrific case. MAN UNLEASHES DEADLY ‘REVENGE’ RAMPAGE ON EX’S FAMILY, KILLS 4 PEOPLE, 3 DOGS BEFORE TORCHING HOME: DA "From the cursory file that we can look at, we being the general public, it looks like there are certain elements that are already met," he said. Harrison's stepmother previously told Fox News Digital the killings appeared to be "preplanned." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Various news outlets also report that Harrison never wanted to be pregnant in the first place and was allegedly resentful toward her own son. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Why? Reports say she wanted more alone time with her husband. Family also allegedly told investigators that the mother accused of the killings "was dominant, controlling and isolated the three of them from her husband's family for the last three years," WNEP reported. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS While the investigation into the killings continues, Chaz's family members grapple with their new normal. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "His love for his wife and child was out of this world and, sadly, is the reason why he lost his life and his son's life," Chaz's sister shared in an update on a GoFundMe page. SEND US A TIP "I’m not here to say anything bad about his wife. I know my brother would not want me to do that," she went on to say. She is sitting in a Monroe County jail cell and due in court on Oct. 21. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1f5a675342cf4db91041f Texas woman sentenced to 7 years in prison, annual jail time during probation for deadly DUI crash te 2026-10-16T10:00:06.484Z Texas woman sentenced to 7 years in prison, annual jail time during probation for deadly DUI crash A Texas woman convicted of killing a college student in a drunken-driving crash was sentenced to seven years in prison and ordered to return to jail for 15 days each year while on probation. Lynlee Pollis, 30, was sentenced Wednesday after being convicted of intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault in the September 2023 crash that killed 19-year-old Southern Methodist University student Honor Wallace and seriously injured her friend, Catherine "CeCe" Solberg, according to The Dallas Morning News. State District Judge Jennifer Balido also ordered Pollis to serve 10 years of probation following her release from prison, including 15 days in jail annually. Some of the required jail dates coincide with the victims' birthdays, Pollis' birthday and the anniversary of the deadly crash, according to the newspaper. NEVADA PAROLE BOARD REJECTS HENRY RUGGS III'S BID FOR EARLY RELEASE AFTER DEADLY 156 MPH DUI CRASH The sentence came after roughly three hours of jury deliberations following a two-and-a-half-week trial. During the trial, Solberg's father, Bobby Solberg, delivered an emotional victim impact statement criticizing Pollis for putting the families through the lengthy proceedings. "You were so drunk and you wouldn’t admit it. You made us sit through this [trial] for three weeks," Solberg said. "We’ve seen no personal accountability from you." PROMINENT BUSINESSMAN LEARNS FATE IN BOAT CRASH CASE THAT KILLED TEEN, MAIMED ANOTHER Wallace's father, David Wallace, also confronted Pollis in his victim impact statement. "You took the most precious gift from us through your selfishness," he said. "Own it. Own what you did." On Sept. 24, 2023, Wallace was driving her Volkswagen Jetta through a green light in Dallas when Pollis' Lexus SUV slammed into her vehicle. Wallace was pronounced dead at the hospital, while Solberg, a passenger in the Jetta, suffered a shoulder injury and concussion. She was later diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury, according to The Dallas Morning News. DRUNK REPEAT OFFENDER CALLED A 'TICKING TIME-BOMB' BEFORE 80-MPH BOATING COLLISION KILLED WOMAN: PROSECUTORS According to testimony from prosecution experts cited by the newspaper, Pollis was traveling approximately 67 mph in a 35-mph zone and drove through a traffic light that had been red for at least five seconds. Pollis' husky named Tequila, who was also in the vehicle, was not hurt. The newspaper reported that testing showed Pollis had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.294%, nearly four times Texas' legal limit of 0.08%. According to the initial arrest affidavit, officers noticed Pollis had glassy eyes, slurred speech and an odor of alcohol when they interviewed her at the hospital. Her attorneys had sought probation rather than prison, pointing to her lack of prior felony convictions. Defense attorney Scott Palmer said during his closing argument that Pollis was a "good person who made a terrible decision." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1f34d75342cf4db9103b5 Illegal alien busted allegedly hauling enough fentanyl to potentially kill state’s entire population — twice te 2026-10-16T09:50:05.899Z Illegal alien busted allegedly hauling enough fentanyl to potentially kill state’s entire population — twice An illegal immigrant pulled over for speeding in Nevada allegedly had enough fentanyl in his truck to kill millions, federal prosecutors say. Francisco Joel Garcia Farias, 26, now faces federal drug-trafficking charges after a Lincoln County sheriff’s deputy stopped his pickup on a rural highway and a narcotics detection dog alerted to the vehicle, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada. Inside, authorities say they found 13 large storage totes packed with approximately 30 pounds of suspected fentanyl and 677 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, a combined haul of more than 700 pounds. CALIFORNIA K-9 OTIS HELPS POLICE SEIZE 440 POUNDS OF COCAINE DURING ALHAMBRA TRAFFIC STOP "The massive scale of this seizure underscores the staggering volume of illicit narcotics flowing into our communities from transnational criminal organizations," said First Assistant U.S. Attorney Sigal Chattah for the District of Nevada. "Fourteen kilograms of fentanyl alone represents approximately seven million potentially lethal two-milligram doses — enough to kill more than twice the population of Nevada — and, when combined with over 650 pounds of methamphetamine, represents an estimated street value of approximately $2 million," Chattah said. AS A US ATTORNEY, I SEE FENTANYL'S HORRIFYING TOLL UP CLOSE. CONGRESS MUST ACT NOW Based on that lethal-dose estimate, the fentanyl could potentially kill nearly twice the population of Los Angeles, everyone in Indiana, or roughly the entire population of Paraguay. "These staggering quantities reflect a blatant disregard for human life, driven purely by profit," Chattah said. ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT ACCUSED OF FENTANYL DEALING LINKED TO VIRGINIA HIGH SCHOOL OVERDOSES The Justice Department identified Garcia Farias as an illegal immigrant in its announcement of the charges. The bust began Oct. 13 on U.S. Highway 93 near Ash Springs, Nevada, when a deputy saw the pickup traveling above the posted speed limit, according to prosecutors’ account of the criminal complaint. HERO K-9 SNIFFS OUT HIDDEN $6M COCAINE SHIPMENT ALONG US-CANADA BORDER After the dog alerted, deputies searched the truck and uncovered numerous vacuum-sealed packages inside the totes. Authorities recovered approximately 187 packages of a white crystalline substance weighing about 307.22 kilograms, along with 13 brick-shaped packages weighing approximately 14 kilograms. Field tests of selected samples were positive for methamphetamine and fentanyl, respectively, prosecutors said. DOJ ANNOUNCES 81 ALLEGED GANG MEMBERS INDICTED AFTER PUERTO RICO DRUG TRAFFICKING TAKEDOWN U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said the seizure kept a potentially deadly drug supply off American streets. "Anyone who plans to release a deadly drug like fentanyl onto American streets will be prosecuted," Blanche said. "Thanks to the diligent work of federal and local law enforcement, the lethal drugs allegedly possessed by this illegal alien are no longer endangering the lives of countless Americans." CBP OFFICERS SEIZE $67 MILLION IN ILLEGAL DRUGS AT SAN DIEGO BORDER PORTS, DHS SAYS The investigation involved Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, and Homeland Security Task Force partners. "The suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine seized in this case represent an extraordinary threat to public safety," said John A. Condon, executive associate director of HSI. "Through close coordination with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and our Homeland Security Task Force partners, HSI will continue to identify, investigate and hold accountable those who profit from poisoning Americans and endangering our communities," Condon said. Lincoln County Sheriff Derek Foremaster credited his deputies’ traffic enforcement and the trained dog with uncovering the suspected narcotics. DOJ TOUTS HUNDREDS OF GUN, DRUG ARRESTS AS ST LOUIS SURGE OPERATION ENDS: 'VIOLENCE IS NOT INEVITABLE' "The allegations in this case underscore the serious threat illicit narcotics pose to rural communities and the traveling public," Foremaster said. "I am proud of the vigilance and professionalism demonstrated by our deputies, whose proactive traffic enforcement and trained K-9 deployment led to the identification of suspected narcotics and a coordinated response with Homeland Security Investigations." Garcia Farias is charged with possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of a mixture containing fentanyl and possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of a mixture containing methamphetamine. If convicted, he faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison and a maximum of life on each count, followed by five years of supervised release, according to prosecutors. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1e9f675342cf4db90ffbb Personal attacks fly as Sullivan, Peltola spar over corruption, character and controversy te 2026-10-16T09:10:14.378Z Personal attacks fly as Sullivan, Peltola spar over corruption, character and controversy Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, and former Rep. Mary Peltola traded blows Thursday night in the final debate of a Senate race that has surprised some political observers with how close it has become. The latest Fox News Power Rankings rate Alaska’s Senate race as a "toss-up," meaning neither party has an edge. Alaska has historically favored the GOP, though the party’s margin of victory has narrowed in recent cycles. Sullivan and Peltola clashed over energy costs, the Iran war, Social Security reform, health care policy, military spending, allegations of misconduct and fish, among other topics, but a handful of exchanges stood out from the rest. GOP SENATOR, EX-HOUSE DEM EMERGE FROM ALASKA’S ‘JUNGLE PRIMARY’ DESPITE FAR-LEFT MEDDLING Throughout the debate, Peltola attacked Sullivan for being a D.C. insider and using his position to enrich himself and his allies. Sullivan attempted to rebut her claims by pointing to Peltola’s extensive lobbying career after her time in office, accusing her of cashing in by selling influence. "My opponent keeps talking about corporate greed again; she defines the rigged system in DC," Sullivan said. "There's nothing more rigged than a member of Congress getting fired and then immediately walking through the revolving door to cash in. She made almost half a million last year as a DC lobbyist selling her knowledge of DC. She did it when she left the state legislature; she set up a lobbying firm." "You're walking through the revolving door so much, you must be getting dizzy up here," he quipped. Peltola responded by saying that her lobbying work was done to benefit Alaskans and highlighting how Sullivan has gotten wealthier since coming to Washington. "Dan's been in DC for 12 years and gotten richer every single one of those years. That's the corruption that Alaskans are really sick of, and that's the corruption that I'll fight against. Dan went to DC with $3 million. He now has $8 million," she said. "Dan's doing just fine watching out for himself." After Peltola responded to a question about how she would work to improve affordability for Alaskans if elected to the Senate while appearing to read from a piece of paper, Sullivan questioned whether she had received a copy of the debate questions in advance. "Here's a moderator question, we weren't supposed to get these questions beforehand, were we?" Sullivan asked. "No sir," one moderator responded. "Neither one of you got questions beforehand," the other moderator said. "Absolutely not." CARVILLE MOCKS DEM CANDIDATE STAFFERS AS 'WEAK' AND 'SOFT' FOR COMPLAINING ABOUT TREATMENT TO NEW YORK TIMES "I'm just watching my opponent read questions that seem to be answered," the senator said. After Sullivan brought up a New York Times report airing complaints from anonymous staffers alleging that Peltola physically and verbally mistreated her employees, the Democrat lashed out at the incumbent senator, prompting moderators to interject. "Look, my opponent has been telling lies throughout this entire campaign, and it's revealed character challenges. But it's not just the lies. Take a look at how she treats Alaskans when the cameras are off," Sullivan said. "Look at that New York Times story. She treats young Alaskans horribly. 25 staffers quit on Mary Pelton because she abused them physically and emotionally, and then she slanders every other group — African Americans, special needs individuals. It is a character flaw of my opponent." Sullivan’s statement prompted Peltola to attempt to cut him off, calling the reports "gossip" and "unfounded." "Let's have some decorum here," a moderator said, after Peltola began to interrupt Sullivan, who was speaking past his allotted time. Though Peltola’s campaign disputed several of the allegations, including claims that she used slurs and shoved a young staffer, her spokesman said some of her behavior came during a period of extreme grief after the deaths of her mother and husband in 2023. DEM SENATE HOPEFUL RACKED UP HUNDREDS OF MISSED VOTES DURING STOPS AT MULTIPLE TAXPAYER SERVING JOBS SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER Another heated moment came after Sullivan accused Peltola of blocking pay for members of the armed services over access to transgender medical procedures. "My opponent, did vote against our military, did vote against pay raise for our troops because she wanted more transgender surgeries for our troops. I mean, that is an outrage," the senator said. "I need to rebut that, that is absurd," Peltola interjected. "Yeah. I think that Alaskans have had it up to here with the lying and the dishonesty. Dan, you should be ashamed of yourself for propagating these lies," the Democrat responded. "The first time I voted on the NDAA, there was trick language in there that would have prohibited our soldiers from getting health care that they needed if they were not stationed in a state that didn't allow for women's reproductive health care. I'm not doing that to our soldiers. But three other times I voted hard yes, in support of our troops." Near the end of the debate, each candidate was asked to say one nice thing about their opponent. "Well, my wife invited Mary to attend my Marine Corps retirement ceremony after 30 years, and they honored me, but they honored my wife and daughters more than anybody at my retirement ceremony … and Mary Peltola attended, so I thank her for that," Sullivan said. "Yeah, that was a lovely, lovely service. And I was so proud to be there. And one, you know, three wonderful attributes of Dan and Julie are their lovely daughters. So that's three lovely things I can say about Dan and Julie," said Peltola. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1e9f575342cf4db90ffb2 Americans say they're broke. So why can't they stop spending so much? te 2026-10-16T09:10:13.437Z Americans say they're broke. So why can't they stop spending so much? Some Americans are crying poverty with a $1,500 iPhone in one hand and an $8 Starbucks latte in the other. They say groceries are unaffordable, but somehow the restaurants are packed, airports are crowded and the neighbor just pulled into his driveway with a brand-new $90,000 SUV. Apparently, we're one bad economic report away from bankruptcy and one Instagram post away from booking another trip to Cabo. Consumer confidence is in the basement. Consumer spending apparently didn't get the memo. US ECONOMY NOTCHES REMARKABLE NEW RECORD, SPARKING CHEERS: ‘GOOD JOB EVERYONE’ In September, the Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index fell to 81.9. Yet it has been reported that consumer credit and debit card spending per household increased 6.2% from a year earlier. So, what's going on? IT’S NOT THE ECONOMY, STUPID. AMERICANS VOTE BASED ON THEIR PERSONAL ECONOMY As a financial advisor, I think the answer involves something more powerful than inflation or interest rates. Human psychology. And there are five reasons our spending habits aren't matching our economic anxiety. WE ALL ARE DESPERATE FOR A FINANCIAL CHECK-UP. TIME TO SAY, ‘SHOW ME THE MONEY!’ Thirty years ago, you compared your lifestyle with the neighbor who bought a new Cadillac. Today, you're comparing yourself with 5,000 people on Instagram. There are even college degrees on how to become a social media influencer. None of them get lots of likes by telling you to eat ramen noodles and skip third-row seats for the latest rock concert. Someone's vacationing in Italy. Someone remodeled their kitchen. Someone bought a new Porsche. Face it. Someone is always doing better than you are. Or, it seems that way. You're comparing your everyday financial reality with everybody else's highlight reel. Social media has turned keeping up with the Joneses into keeping up with the Kardashians. Except the Kardashians can actually afford it. 3 BIG QUESTIONS TO ASK MOM AND DAD BEFORE YOU MAKE A MAJOR FINANCIAL COMMITMENT Remember when people saved money before buying something? It’s called layaway. Today, almost anything can be financed. SKIP TWO YEARS OF COLLEGE DEBT AND GIVE YOUR FAMILY A LIFETIME OF WEALTH That $1,200 purchase? Just four easy payments of $300. The vacation? Monthly installments. The furniture? Zero down. We've become experts at making expensive things look cheap by dividing them into smaller payments. GEN Z IS WORKING HARD, BUT THE ECONOMY IS PUTTING THE AMERICAN DREAM OUT OF REACH FOR MANY The problem isn't necessarily buy now, pay later. It's forgetting how many things you've already agreed to pay for later. And eventually, later shows up. Not everybody spending money is financially struggling. Higher-income Americans with substantial investment portfolios have benefited from rising asset prices. Many can comfortably afford expensive vacations and new cars. Meanwhile, other households are stretching their paychecks just to maintain their lifestyles. Some spending growth also reflects higher prices for necessities. The economy isn't treating every consumer equally. When you see your neighbor's new Mercedes, you don't know whether he paid cash or financed it for 84 months. You see the car. Not the car payment. When people worry about the future, they don't always save more. Sometimes they spend more. Had a terrible week? Amazon makes it your birthday every day. Stressed about work? Book a vacation. Worried about the economy? Just get a good meal out at a local restaurant. Retail therapy is a lot more fun than retirement planning. Unfortunately, the happiness from that purchase may disappear long before the credit card bill does. Americans have become obsessed with displaying wealth rather than accumulating it. The luxury car. The designer handbag. The vacation pictures. But here's something I've learned after decades advising families. Net worth doesn't have an Instagram account. I've met millionaires who drive 10-year-old cars and people earning $250,000 who couldn't cover a $10,000 emergency. Income isn't wealth. And spending certainly isn't wealth. Why? Because I wrote the book. So, before you swear off Starbucks forever, try three simple changes. First, put every nonessential purchase over $100 on a 48-hour waiting list or online cart. If you still want it two days later and can afford it, buy it. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Second take, buy now, pay later off the menu for 30 days. If you can't pay cash for a discretionary purchase, you probably shouldn't be buying it. Third, automatically move 5% of every paycheck into savings before you spend a dime. Start smaller if your budget can't handle 5%. The point is to pay yourself before you pay everybody else. Not the other way around. This isn't about living like a monk. It's about remembering who's in charge of your money. I'm not suggesting Americans should stop enjoying their money. Life is meant to be lived. But there's a difference between enjoying your money and spending it to impress people who aren't paying your bills. Your neighbor's new car isn't proof he's winning financially. It might just mean he's winning the monthly-payment contest. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM TED JENKIN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1e9f475342cf4db90ffa9 As a Cuban survivor, I know there is no dignity with socialism. But we all pay the price te 2026-10-16T09:10:12.191Z As a Cuban survivor, I know there is no dignity with socialism. But we all pay the price In a recent interview, Democrat Mayor Zohran Mamdani said: "Socialism to me, it means that you will have whatever you need to live a dignified life, and that it is the government’s job to deliver on that." If socialism gives people dignity, the Cuban people should be swimming in it. Instead, they are swimming in misery, shortages and human-rights violations. I was born in Cuba and lived 16 years of socialism. I know the difference between a political promise and what happens when government takes greater control over people's economic lives. That is why the new White House Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) report on the price tag of the Democratic Socialists of America’s policies deserves attention. SHOCKING PERCENTAGE OF DEMOCRATS IDENTIFY AS 'DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS' ACCORDING TO NEW POLL: 'TOXIC POLICIES' The CEA estimates that seven major DSA proposals would cost more than $49 trillion over the next decade — roughly $355,000 per American household. Medicare for All accounts for approximately $47.4 trillion of that projected fiscal burden. The proposals also include student debt cancellation and free college, a 32-hour workweek, Green New Deal policies and rent control. Those numbers are enormous, but the debate should not stop at the price tag. It should also address how these proposals would be funded, including where the government would obtain the trillions of dollars needed to finance them and how that funding would affect taxpayers and the broader economy. 'CASTRO'S PLAYBOOK': EX-AG WARNS DOZENS OF CONGRESSIONAL BILLS ARE PUSHING SOCIALIST IDEAS These policies raise a larger question about government's role in Americans' lives. Who controls access to healthcare under Medicare for All? Who determines wages and working hours? Who controls housing prices? And what happens when more of the resources people depend on become dependent on government decisions? The DSA movement promotes expansive government programs as solutions to problems that are real: expensive healthcare, housing costs and economic insecurity. Those problems deserve serious attention. But a policy does not become effective simply because its goal is compassionate. OUR CLOSING ARGUMENT: THE MIDTERMS ARE A REFERENDUM ON WHO RUNS YOUR LIFE The word often used to justify these policies is dignity. But if the government can give you dignity, the government can also take it away. For instance, when it comes to licensing, the more difficult it is for a person to obtain a license, the harder it becomes for their small business to get off the ground. AMERICA’S QUIET SOCIALIST TAKEOVER IS SPREADING FROM TOWN HALLS TO CLASSROOMS Dignity should never be placed in the hands of government. It is an individual right. Economic independence — the ability to work, earn, save, build, own and make decisions for yourself and your family — is an important part of that dignity. There are alternatives that address these same problems while leaving more decisions with individuals. That means smaller, more accountable government; lower and simpler taxes; fewer regulations that make it harder to work, build or invest; and a free market in which businesses compete and consumers have choices. SEN TOM COTTON: DEMOCRATS SAY SOCIALISM WILL HELP. HISTORY SAYS IT WILL HURT Preserving a democratic system matters, too. Americans should remain free to disagree, organize, speak, vote and advocate for different solutions. A free society does not require everyone to reach the same conclusions; it requires freedom to make those decisions peacefully. Socialism steals freedom away. America does not have to implement a failed system to prove it will fail again. We do not need to gamble away our freedoms to prove we can improve our system. I ESCAPED COMMUNISM. AMERICA MUST NOT IGNORE THE URGENT WARNING SIGNS The $49 trillion estimate should prompt more than an argument over a number. It should force Americans to examine whether expanding government control actually gives people more control over their lives — or less. Compassion matters. Affordability matters. Economic opportunity matters. So does freedom. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Because dignity is not something government can manufacture. It belongs to the individual. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1e9f375342cf4db90ffa0 America depends too much on China for essential minerals. We need to dig our future te 2026-10-16T09:10:11.261Z America depends too much on China for essential minerals. We need to dig our future For decades, Americans have thought about national security primarily in terms of military strength — the aircraft we build, the ships we deploy and the men and women who defend our country. Today, national security means much more, including having access to the critical materials required to not only build our military systems, but also power our data centers, manufacture advanced technologies and support the industries that underpin the American economy. And on that front, the United States has allowed itself to become dangerously dependent on foreign nations — most notably the People’s Republic of China. CORPORATE AMERICA'S CHINA ADDICTION HAS BECOME A NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT We have seen the consequences of this kind of dependence before. During the COVID-19 pandemic, disruptions in overseas supply chains left American hospitals scrambling for masks, gloves and other basic medical equipment produced in China, which controlled their distribution. It was a stark reminder that when a country outsources production of essential goods, it also outsources a measure of its security. CHINA HAS A CHOKEHOLD ON YOUR MEDICINE CABINET. IT’S A NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT The COVID crisis also exposed America’s larger strategic vulnerability regarding critical minerals. Graphite is a prime example. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY RESEARCHERS TURN POLLUTED MINE WATER INTO CRITICAL RARE EARTH MINERALS Most Americans rarely think about graphite beyond being something like lead in a pencil. Yet it is an essential material in rechargeable batteries used in electric vehicles, energy storage systems and countless electronic devices. It also has applications across defense technologies, drones, advanced manufacturing and the rapidly expanding infrastructure required to support artificial intelligence and data centers. China has spent decades building dominant positions across critical mineral supply chains, from mining and processing to advanced materials manufacturing. More recently, Beijing has demonstrated that it is willing to restrict exports of strategically important materials as geopolitical and economic leverage. America should take that message seriously. RESOURCE-RICH NATION PRAISES US TIES AMID WASHINGTON-BEIJING CRITICAL MINERALS RACE No great nation should allow a strategic competitor to control the materials required to power its economy and defend itself. But despite graphite’s importance, the United States remains dependent on foreign sources, including China, for its supply. What makes this situation particularly frustrating is that America does not lack natural resources, notably in the great state of Alaska. TRUMP ANNOUNCES MASSIVE OIL, GAS AND MINERAL EXPLORATION PLANS IN GREENLAND, TOUTS NATIONAL SECURITY BENEFITS Alaska alone contains 57 of the 60 minerals identified as critical to America’s economic and national security. And on Alaska’s Seward Peninsula sits Graphite Creek, which could become the foundation of a fully integrated domestic graphite supply chain. Graphite Creek represents the kind of strategic American resource that should fundamentally change the conversation about U.S. dependence on foreign sources. The U.S. Geological Survey has recognized it as the largest known graphite deposit in the United States and among the largest in the world, making it a national security asset. But extracting the resource is only part of the solution. America cannot simply replace foreign mines while remaining dependent on foreign processing, where again China dominates. A truly secure supply chain must extend from the resource in the ground through processing and into the advanced materials required by American manufacturers. The objective is straightforward: American resources, processed and manufactured in America, for American industry and national security. The challenge is not what America has beneath its feet. The challenge is our ability — and willingness — to responsibly develop it. SEN KEVIN CRAMER: CHINA BUILDS FOR WAR WHILE AMERICA WAITS ON PERMITS For decades, lengthy permitting processes, regulatory uncertainty and insufficient investment in domestic processing have made it extraordinarily difficult to bring major American mining and manufacturing projects into production. As a result, instead of producing these materials domestically under American environmental, labor and safety standards, the United States has increasingly imported them from countries where those standards may be considerably lower. That is neither sound environmental policy nor sound national security policy. America has the resources, engineering expertise, workforce and private capital necessary to dramatically reduce its dependence on foreign critical minerals. What is needed now is the resolve to do it. That means responsibly developing American resources. It means building processing and advanced materials manufacturing capacity here at home. It means creating predictable and efficient permitting processes without abandoning rigorous environmental standards. AMERICAN BUSINESSES AREN’T ALLOWED TO BUILD. IT’S TIME CONGRESS HELPED THEM Washington has increasingly recognized the importance of critical minerals, and that recognition is encouraging. But recognition must now translate into action. America cannot spend another decade studying its dependence while other countries continue strengthening their control over the world’s critical mineral supply chains. We know the vulnerability exists. We know where many of the resources are. We have the technology to develop them responsibly. Now we need to build. The United States became the world’s leading economic and military power in large part because generations before us established the world’s greatest domestic industrial base. They understood that America’s ability to produce the materials, technologies and infrastructure it needed was inseparable from America’s strength. That principle is just as important today. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The United States should never have to ask whether another country will sell us the materials we need to defend ourselves, power our economy or lead the next generation of technological innovation. Now is the time to invest in critical supply chains, beginning with creating the nation’s largest graphite mine — one of the largest in the world — located in Alaska, to help secure America’s future. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM VICTORIA COATES Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1e9f275342cf4db90ff97 Personal jabs, billionaire donors and party loyalty fuel heated Maine Senate debate te 2026-10-16T09:10:10.044Z Personal jabs, billionaire donors and party loyalty fuel heated Maine Senate debate Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson clashed over billionaire donors, party loyalty and working-class voters Thursday night as their fourth debate took a notably personal turn. In the debate's top moments, Jackson needled Collins over whether she had meaningfully pushed back on Republican-led decisions she disagreed with. Collins defended her record and questioned whether Jackson would stand up to his own party when pursuing the best interests of Maine. COLLINS INSISTS SOCIALIST RIVAL WON'T BEAT HER AS MAINE'S MONEY MACHINE: 'YOU'LL LOSE BIG TIME' Near the beginning of the night, Collins questioned whether Jackson had really kept campaign promises to reject billionaire donors that aligned themselves closely with his and other Democratic campaigns, noting FEC contribution records that seemed to clash with those assurances. "And as far as the billionaires that I might have on my campaign, that is accurate," Jackson admitted. "But I haven't… " Jackson paused for a moment as members of the crowd gave an audible reaction to the admission. "I haven’t made any deals like Senator Collins has with those billionaires," he continued. "I’m going to tax those billionaires when I get to the U.S. Senate." Jackson did not specify what agreements he was referring to. MAINE DEM SEN CANDIDATE'S 'WORKING CLASS' CRED SHREDDED BY BOTH PARTIES WHEN INTERNET SEES LATEST 'CRINGEY' AD Collins also faced questions about her independence from President Donald Trump. At one point, the moderator asked her to identify an instance when she had defied the president and changed the outcome of a decision. Collins cited her opposition to the confirmation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth , who faced scrutiny during his nomination over his qualifications and allegations about his personal conduct. "At one point, I had organized people to vote against Secretary Hegseth. As you undoubtedly have read, at the very last minute, one of our Republicans changed his mind. Otherwise, he would have been defeated for that job," Collins said. Jackson countered that Hegseth was ultimately confirmed despite Collins' opposition. "Senator Collins likes to have it both ways. I mean, the reality is that 100% of the time when Donald Trump needs her, Susan Collins is going to be there. That has happened time and time again," Jackson said. FORMER OBAMA ADVISOR TELLS DIVIDED MAINE DEMOCRATS TO 'GET OVER YOUR S---' AND WIN THE RACE Jackson defended his own independence by pointing to clashes with Democratic Maine Gov. Janet Mills during his tenure in the state Senate . "How can I be a rubber stamp with my very own governor — a Democratic governor — vetoing 40 of my bills?" Jackson asked. Jackson had repeatedly challenged Collins over her voting record in their three prior debates . Collins disputed his characterization of her record, arguing that he had overstated how frequently she sided with Trump. "You have heard Troy say that I vote with the president 92 or 94% of the time; that takes only a third of the votes. If you look at 90% of the votes, you will find that I vote with him 72% of the time, not 95% of the time," Collins said. The debate took a personal turn near the end when Jackson, a former logger, questioned whether Collins looked down on him because of his working-class background. "You know, you said consistently that I don't have the experience. You just said it tonight that I wouldn't be able to do the things that you do. Growing up as a working-class person, I have all kinds of experience," Jackson said. "And so, I guess, you know, what I'm curious about — is it just me that you look down on, or is it working-class people overall?" Collins rejected the accusation and pointed to her own working-class roots. "Troy, I do not look down on you or on anyone. I grew up in Caribou. My first job was picking potatoes," Collins said. "I have worked since I was age ten, literally since I was age ten. I have enormous respect for all the people of Maine." The debate came as Collins and Jackson entered the home stretch of the campaign ahead of Maine's Nov. 3 general election, with control of the U.S. Senate at stake. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1e9ef75342cf4db90ff8b How the ‘Other Maine’ Has Helped Shape a Senate Race te 2026-10-16T09:10:07.797Z How the ‘Other Maine’ Has Helped Shape a Senate Race Both Senator Susan Collins, a Republican, and Troy Jackson, her Democratic challenger, grew up in Aroostook County, a vast, isolated northern wilderness. Those roots have helped define them. 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Chacon was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and charged with two counts of distributing, possessing, and accessing child pornography.  Investigators report that Chacon was a member of The Ganymedean Brotherhood, a group chat in which users shared child pornography and sexual abuse material, with a focus on babies and infants.  The FBI’s Child Exploitation Operation Unit learned of Chacon after receiving a tip from an undercover law enforcement officer in Australia monitoring The Ganymedean Brotherhood. In the complaint against Chacon filed with the Arizona District Court, Chacon admitted to authorities that he was in a child pornography group chat and had saved child pornography to a website, but denied ever acting on what he described as his “fantasy.” The illicit files connected to Chacon contained visuals of victims that ranged in age from infants to teenagers.  Messages included in court documents reflect that Chacon appeared to have considered acting on his fantasies. In one message, Chacon asked his group chat what they would do alone in their classrooms if they were teachers. Chacon reportedly sent the message under his handle, “ND Dom,” during parent teacher conferences earlier this month.  “Hey friends, let’s say hypothetically you were a teacher and you had 3 hours to kill alone in your classroom afterschool [sic], what would you do [3 devil emojis],” asked Chacon. The complaint reported that the undercover officer saw Chacon’s message and began to converse with him in a direct message. Chacon admitted to the officer that he was interested in children 10 years old and younger, mostly boys; revealed that he was a third grade teacher in Phoenix; and divulged that he would give “bj’s” between classes if he could. Chacon also said he was into “brutal” sex acts with children. Between messaging nude pictures of himself and describing his pedophilic fantasies, Chacon repeatedly expressed his allegiance to Satan. “Hail satan,” wrote Chacon.  When the undercover officer asked if Chacon had any sexual experience with children, Chacon claimed that he had while he was “babysitting back in high school.” Chacon also told the officer that education was the perfect employment for alleged child predators such as himself, and that Phoenix was big enough to find “like minded [sic] friends.” Chacon went on to send the officer five videos of pre-pubescent boys being sexually abused by adult men.  “It’s a great gig for brothers like us,” wrote Chacon.  Chacon’s public social media activity indicated that he was a supporter of progressive causes and Democratic candidates, and that he practiced witchcraft.  In one X post, Chacon said he was “vaguely associated with the occult.” On the Reddit forum r/witchcraft, Chacon advised a user that hyacinth, a plant, was “great for curse breaking and love spells” in his practice.  Chacon received his master’s degree in education from Northern Arizona University last year while teaching. Prior to settling in Phoenix, Chacon’s Facebook page reflects that he resided in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  The Osborn School District issued a statement denying any knowledge of Chacon’s illegal activities. This semester marked Chacon’s third year teaching at Encanto Elementary School. Chacon previously taught at Solano Elementary School.  “We were assured that law enforcement had no information that any Osborn Elementary School students were connected in any way to the reported criminal behavior,” read the statement. “The District is fully cooperating with law enforcement in its investigation. Immediately upon learning of Mr. Chacon’s arrest, the District placed him on administrative leave, restricted his access to district technology and buildings, and reported the information to the Arizona State Board of Education.” AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Phoenix Teacher Arrested On Child Pornography Charges Expressed Allegiance To Satan, Practiced Witchcraft first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1d2c575342cf4db90f61f Kyrsten Sinema Reportedly Voted For ‘Commonsense,’ ‘Fiscal Conservative’ Jay Feely In GOP Primary te 2026-10-16T07:31:17.291Z Kyrsten Sinema Reportedly Voted For ‘Commonsense,’ ‘Fiscal Conservative’ Jay Feely In GOP Primary By Matthew Holloway | Former U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema told Arizona business and political leaders she voted for Republican congressional candidate Jay Feely in the primary. Citing two people present for the conversations, Axios reported that Sinema described Feely as “commonsense” and a “fiscal conservative.” The outlet said the discussions occurred during informal meetings over the preceding month and that Sinema indicated she was likely to support him in November. According to one source cited by Axios, Sinema indicated that she viewed Feely as the best person to help address Arizona’s water crisis, including cutbacks to the state’s share of the Colorado River. Feely, a former NFL kicker backed by President Donald Trump, faces Democrat Amish Shah in Arizona’s First Congressional District. The seat is open following Republican Rep. David Schweikert’s unsuccessful bid for governor. Shah, an emergency physician, defeated Marlene Galán-Woods for the Democratic nomination. The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) highlighted the Sinema report, arguing that her reported support strengthens Feely’s appeal to voters who split their tickets. The committee also noted that former Republican Gov. Doug Ducey had endorsed Feely. “Arizonans of all parties trust Jay Feely to fight for lower taxes, a stronger Valley economy and protecting our water,” NRCC spokesman Ben Petersen said. “In stark contrast, Socialist Amish Shah vowed to raise taxes an average of over $4,000 and impose socialized government health care while reopening the border and going easy on sex offenders.” Sinema announced her departure from the Democratic Party on Dec. 9, 2022. She subsequently received her seniority and committee assignments through the Democratic Conference for purposes of organizing the Senate, while declining to participate in either party’s caucus. Scoop: Sinema quietly boosting Republican Jay Feely for Arizona House seat https://t.co/mgTLdZM6Hs — Axios (@axios) October 13, 2026 Arizona permits voters registered as independent or without a party designation to select a recognized political party’s ballot in state primary elections. Participating in the Republican primary therefore does not, by itself, establish that a voter has registered as a Republican. The congressional contest has included disagreements over water use and economic development. Shah criticized Feely’s support for data centers while citing Arizona’s drought and potential Colorado River reductions. His campaign said he opposes building the facilities within the First Congressional District because of water shortages and utility costs. During his legislative service, Shah supported a 2021 measure extending Arizona’s data center tax incentive application deadline and a 2023 measure addressing the program’s refund provisions. Feely has defended data center development as important to American competitiveness in artificial intelligence, while calling for developers to address water and electricity demands through measures including recirculated water and off-grid operation. 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 Kyrsten Sinema Reportedly Voted For ‘Commonsense,’ ‘Fiscal Conservative’ Jay Feely In GOP Primary first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1d2b575342cf4db90f60d Manfredi: Protecting residents on water costs and quality te 2026-10-16T07:31:01.329Z Manfredi: Protecting residents on water costs and quality Maricopa residents deserve safe water, timely warnings when there is a concern and a fair explanation of what they are paying for. Those expectations should guide every discussion about Global Water, whether we are talking about a rate increase or a boil-water advisory. I live here, too. I hear from residents who are frustrated with their bills and worried about the water coming into their homes. They deserve answers and follow-through. The city does not own or operate Global Water. The Arizona Corporation Commission regulates its utility rates and service, while the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality oversees drinking-water compliance. That division of authority matters because we need to take concerns to the agencies that can act on them. It does not relieve city officials of our responsibility to speak up.  In December 2025, I spoke before the Corporation Commission about Global Water’s proposed increases. The request then included a 19.7% increase in water rates and an 8% increase in wastewater rates. I asked for fairness, transparency and a careful review of the evidence. Customers cannot simply choose another company when they are unhappy with the price or service.  The proposed settlement later reduced the water increase. For a residential customer with a three-quarter-inch meter using 5,500 gallons monthly, the example bill rises from $35.73 to $38.41. That is the $2.68 increase residents have heard about. The settlement’s bill table also includes an estimated 29-cent rate-case surcharge, bringing that example to $38.70, or $2.97 more. Actual impacts depend on usage and meter size. These are proposed figures subject to commission approval.  There is also a separate wastewater issue. The settlement calls for increasing the temporary monthly wastewater credit from $1.73 to $2.85 for the average residential three-quarter-inch customer. Global Water reported that it withdrew its wastewater rate case in July, with another filing planned for 2027. Residents should understand the whole bill and what may come next.  I will not claim that my testimony alone produced the settlement. Residents spoke up, and the utility, commission staff and Residential Utility Consumer Office negotiated the proposal. I showed up and put our community’s concerns on the record. I will continue doing that.  Affordability is only part of the responsibility. Safe Water The October water advisory brought safety and communication back to the forefront. On Oct. 7, Global Water issued a precautionary boil-water advisory after two preliminary tests indicated possible E. coli contamination. It lifted the advisory Oct. 8 after repeat tests came back negative. We should be clear about that distinction. This was a precautionary advisory, and the repeat testing did not confirm E. coli.  This year’s response improved over last year’s: the warning went out before confirmation. After the August 2025 incident, residents had questioned why they learned about the positive sample only after follow-up testing was complete. Earlier notice this year gave families a chance to take precautions.  The city also shared information through its website, newsletter, social media and the Maricopa Community Alert Network. But residents have told me they still did not receive a direct phone call, text or email from Global Water. We have more work to do. A warning does little good for someone who never receives it. My push is for a public explanation from Global Water, including a timeline of testing and notifications, documentation of what changed after last year and a corrective-action plan with deadlines for remaining problems. Residents should be able to see what was promised, what was completed and what still needs attention. I want the city and Global Water to establish a written notification procedure identifying who contacts whom, how quickly updates go out and how we reach people who do not use social media. We should review delivery failures and outdated contact information, and coordinate with schools, care facilities and local businesses. We should also work out a plan for bottled-water assistance if a future advisory makes it necessary, including who supplies it, who pays and how residents who cannot travel would receive help. Those questions are easier to resolve before an emergency. I will ask ADEQ and the Corporation Commission to review residents’ concerns within their respective authority. I also encourage residents to enroll in MCAN and keep their contact information current with Global Water. Those steps give us more ways to reach people, while the utility remains responsible for meeting its notification obligations. Our lack of control over Global Water is not an excuse to ignore the problem. I will keep pressing for justified rates, reliable service and clear answers. Residents should be able to see the follow-through long after an advisory is lifted. Source links and supporting details Arizona Corporation Commission water utilities ADEQ public water systems Global Water rate case testimony Global Water settlement cuts proposed Maricopa hike Settlement agreement and bill schedules at the SEC ACC settlement PDF Global Water second quarter 2026 update at the SEC Advisory lifted after repeat testing Maricopa boil water advisory canceled after negative tests ADEQ public notification rule Maricopa Community Alert Network ADEQ environmental complaints Vincent Manfredi owns InMaricopa and this is a letter written to the editor.  You can view other opinions and letters here. The post Manfredi: Protecting residents on water costs and quality appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1d28e75342cf4db90f5cf Fish, Oil and Corruption: 6 Takeaways From Alaska’s Senate Debate te 2026-10-16T07:30:22.532Z Fish, Oil and Corruption: 6 Takeaways From Alaska’s Senate Debate The Republican incumbent, Dan Sullivan, and his Democratic challenger, Mary Peltola, veered from serious discussion of high prices and economic challenges to blistering personal attacks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1d02b75342cf4db90f597 Scottsdale Investment Adviser Loses License After Describing Jail Absence As ‘Sabbatical’ te 2026-10-16T07:20:11.966Z Scottsdale Investment Adviser Loses License After Describing Jail Absence As ‘Sabbatical’ By Matthew Holloway | The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) revoked a Scottsdale investment advisory business’s license and imposed a $2,500 administrative penalty after finding that its owner misled clients about a yearlong jail sentence and made false statements in regulatory filings about his felony conviction. The commission approved the consent agreement involving Paul Marascalco and his sole proprietorship, Paul Marascalco Registered Investment Advisor, during its Oct. 7 open meeting, according to an Oct. 13 Securities Division filing. The ACC announced the enforcement action that same day. The consent agreement states that the business had been licensed as an investment adviser since May 2015 and operated from Scottsdale. It provided investment advisory services to approximately 20 clients around December 2020, charging fees based on assets under management. According to the agreement’s findings, Marascalco drove while intoxicated in Chandler on Dec. 25, 2020, failed to stop at a stop sign, and collided with another vehicle around 8:15 p.m. All five passengers in the other vehicle were injured and taken to a hospital, including a child who suffered a compound fracture to her arm. Police tested Marascalco’s blood, with the lowest of three results showing a blood-alcohol concentration of approximately 0.202%. Marascalco pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, a Class 3 felony, on Sept. 10, 2021. The court accepted his plea on Nov. 10, 2021, and sentenced him to three years of supervised probation. The sentencing terms included substance-abuse treatment and a 12-month jail term, with two days of credit for time served and no eligibility for early-release credits. A week before sentencing, Marascalco emailed clients to announce that another investment adviser would oversee his practice during his absence. He described personal issues requiring his attention and called the planned leave a “sabbatical in some ways,” according to the email excerpt reproduced in the agreement. Marascalco told clients he expected to be away for approximately one year and assured them he was neither retiring nor closing the practice. He also said he would remain involved in all decisions and trades associated with their accounts. The agreement’s findings state that he did not tell clients the absence resulted from his felony conviction and jail sentence or explain that continued involvement in all account decisions and trades would be extremely unlikely during incarceration. One client independently learned of the arrest and conviction and left the firm, rejecting the substitute adviser’s services largely because the client believed Marascalco had been dishonest about his forthcoming absence. On Nov. 10, 2022, Marascalco emailed clients to say he had returned to the office. The findings state that he again omitted the reason for his absence and did not disclose that he had been unable to remain involved in all account decisions and trades while incarcerated. The regulatory filings described in the agreement contained inconsistent disclosures about the conviction. In Form ADV filings dated June 21 and July 30, 2025, and Jan. 19, 2026, Marascalco denied a felony conviction or guilty plea within the preceding 10 years. The agreement states that the filings were certified under penalty of perjury. In the January filing, he acknowledged a felony charge while denying a conviction or guilty plea. A July 31, 2025, Form ADV Part 2B characterized the incident as a traffic violation involving a minor accident. An Aug. 11, 2025, version disclosed the aggravated assault conviction, supervised probation, and a 12-month jail condition. A subsequent version also asserted that no clients had been lost, despite the agreement’s account of the client who left after learning about the conviction. The ACC announcement said Marascalco’s conduct constituted dishonest and unethical practices in the securities industry. Under the consent terms, the respondents admitted the findings and legal conclusions for purposes of the commission proceeding and specified related proceedings, and waived their rights to a hearing and appeal. The agreement assigns the $2,500 administrative penalty to the sole proprietorship, with payment due within five months of the order. It also revokes the business’s investment adviser license and permanently orders the respondents and their agents, employees, successors, and assigns to cease and desist from violating Arizona’s Investment Management Act. Marascalco agreed not to apply or reapply in Arizona for registration as a securities dealer or salesman, or for licensure as an investment adviser or investment adviser representative. The respondents also agreed not to offer investment adviser or representative services within or from Arizona at any time. 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 Scottsdale Investment Adviser Loses License After Describing Jail Absence As ‘Sabbatical’ first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1cb7a75342cf4db90f489 Peter Funt: Are you ready for some… more injuries? te 2026-10-16T07:00:10.328Z Peter Funt: Are you ready for some… more injuries? For many of us among the roughly 40 million Americans hooked on fantasy football, this season is off to a particularly unpleasant start. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1cb7775342cf4db90f463 Trump admin sued over alleged illegal collection of sensitive voter data from 47 states te 2026-10-16T07:00:07.432Z Trump admin sued over alleged illegal collection of sensitive voter data from 47 states The Trump administration is being sued over its efforts to collect and analyze sensitive voter data from across the country. The complaint, filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, alleges the Department of Homeland Security has obtained voter files from at least 47 states and handled the data in a way that violates federal law. DHS' secretive probe of the voter data, which includes a policy to combine it with commercial datasets, ignores federal safeguards and the privacy rights of millions of Americans, the lawsuit says. The case was brought by the League of Women Voters, the Electronic Privacy Information Center and the League of United Latin American Citizens and is the latest legal challenge to President Donald Trump's efforts to combat noncitizen voting. STATE DEPARTMENT CONSIDERS SHARING PASSPORT RECORDS FOR VOTER CITIZENSHIP CHECKS The president has purported repeatedly argued that noncitizen voting poses a serious threat to election integrity, although studies and prosecutions have found documented instances of noncitizens casting ballots to be rare. The administration has repeatedly sought a greater federal role in voter eligibility and election administration, areas traditionally overseen primarily by states under the Constitution and federal law. Federal courts have repeatedly rejected administration efforts to compel states to turn over voter information. The new lawsuit alleges the administration has obtained and processed voter records from at least 47 states, even though officials in 30 states have previously refused federal demands to turn over voter information. The complaint urges the court to declare the administration's collection of voter data illegal, block DHS' policy and order the agency to delete and stop using the voter information it has already obtained. The lawsuit comes less than three weeks before Election Day, and the administration continues to pressure states, alleging they are not doing enough to purge noncitizens from their voter rolls. TRUMP SCORES SUPREME COURT WIN IN ELECTION INTEGRITY FIGHT AS STATES GAIN NEW VOTER ROLL TOOL The administration sued California election officials on Thursday, arguing they failed to act quickly enough to review names the federal government identified as "likely" noncitizens. The Justice Department asked a judge to block the state from counting mail-in ballots from those individuals unless their eligibility can be confirmed. The California secretary of state's office said it was given only 48 hours to review roughly 20,000 names and said the federal government had not provided the underlying evidence or methodology supporting its claims. The Justice Department's lawsuit, however, says U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services conducted a "multiagency and multilevel review" and determined with "high confidence" that roughly 20,000 people on California's voter rolls were likely noncitizens. DHS did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1c46d75342cf4db90f2c4 City in Oregon Mourns After Deadly School Shooting te 2026-10-16T06:30:05.474Z City in Oregon Mourns After Deadly School Shooting Residents of Bend attended a candlelight vigil after the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School, in which three children and a teacher were killed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1b65e75342cf4db90ef23 Democrat's debate 'cue cards' steal spotlight in high-stakes Senate clash te 2026-10-16T05:30:06.222Z Democrat's debate 'cue cards' steal spotlight in high-stakes Senate clash Alaska Democratic Senate hopeful Mary Peltola faced ridicule Thursday night after her use of notecards during a debate with Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan drew mocking responses from GOP critics — including a pointed jab from her incumbent opponent. Sullivan is in an unusually close race with Peltola, a former congresswoman, that is further complicated by another candidate with his same name but a different middle initial, as Republicans fight to hold their narrow Senate majority. "Really, Mary? Reading off a script? You can't cue-card your way through the Senate," Sullivan wrote on X after Peltola appeared to have a notecard-sized paper with bullet points that she looked down at for several seconds while responding to earlier questions. GOP SENATOR, EX-HOUSE DEM EMERGE FROM ALASKA’S ‘JUNGLE PRIMARY’ DESPITE FAR-LEFT MEDDLING The criticism quickly became a flashpoint in the candidates' debate-night exchanges, with Republican commentators seizing on Peltola's apparent use of prepared notes. "Mary, blink twice if you are okay. It seems you can't string a sentence together without reading from the talking points your Lower 48 handlers wrote you," NRSC official Joanna Rodriguez posted on X. Another social media user took aim at Peltola's apparent reliance on notes even while discussing personal details. "Mary Peltola can't read her name or that she's a grandmother without needing a cue card," the user wrote, adding a laughing emoji. After Peltola appeared to read from her card another time, Sullivan cut in that he had a question for the moderators. 'THEY WERE SPYING': SULLIVAN SOUNDS ALARM ON JOINT RUSSIA-CHINA MOVES IN U.S. ARCTIC ZONE INSERT CLIP: 6389131701112 "We weren't supposed to get these questions beforehand, were we?" he asked the debate moderators. "No sir," Alaska's News Source reporter Wil Courtney replied. "Absolutely not," added Alaska Public Media chief editor Lori Townsend. "OK," Sullivan said. "I’m just watching my opponent." Peltola defended herself, interjecting that she was better "prepared." The Republican Party's research arm hit back on X, highlighting a clip of Peltola appearing to read from her card: "Mary Peltola — who did not introduce a single bill to help Alaska fisherman during her first term in Congress — has to read off of a script when talking about Alaska's fishing industry," the party tweeted. The debate also turned personal when Sullivan confronted Peltola over allegations that she mistreated former staffers, citing reporting by The New York Times and claiming that 25 employees had quit while working for her. Peltola rejected the allegations as "outright fabrications or mass exaggerations of the truth," arguing that the election should not be about her "worst day." The heated exchange prompted moderators to call for decorum and warn that microphones could be shut off if the candidates continued interrupting one another. Sullivan maintained that the allegations reflected a pattern of behavior, while Peltola accused her opponent of exploiting the controversy for political gain. The candidates also faced questions over Alaska's long-discussed liquefied natural gas pipeline after moderators reported South Korea had not committed to investing in the project despite President Donald Trump's public promotion of a potential deal. Sullivan defended the administration's efforts, arguing Seoul had committed funding through a broader trade agreement while acknowledging that the specific investment amount remained under negotiation. DEM SENATE HOPEFUL VOWS TO UNLEASH ALASKA OIL — BUT HER RECORD TELLS A DIFFERENT STORY Peltola also expressed support for the pipeline but cautioned against raising expectations without firm commitments, saying Alaska should not be "promoting falsehoods that just have no substance." Both candidates emphasized the project's economic potential, although the exchange exposed uncertainty over whether promised foreign investment would materialize. Peltola previously became the first Democrat in decades to represent Alaska in the House after the death of Republican Rep. Don Young, and her Senate candidacy again carries potentially sweeping statewide and national repercussions. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER The showdown comes as Republicans fight to defend their narrow Senate majority, with Sullivan's seat emerging as a major Democratic pickup opportunity in a state President Donald Trump carried in 2024. The Cook Political Report rates the contest a toss-up, making Alaska one of several battlegrounds that could determine which party controls the chamber in January. Fox News Digital reached out to Peltola’s campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1b40475342cf4db90ee61 Even Benchmark thinks AI is eroding the venture pact against backing rivals te 2026-10-16T05:20:04.394Z Even Benchmark thinks AI is eroding the venture pact against backing rivals Benchmark says the Valley’s rule against backing rivals is getting harder to keep. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1af6075342cf4db90ed96 NAU ROUNDUP: Men's and women's basketball moving to Rolle Activity Center full-time this season te 2026-10-16T05:00:16.235Z NAU ROUNDUP: Men's and women's basketball moving to Rolle Activity Center full-time this season A look at news and results from NAU, including both men's and women's basketball moving to play all its home games at Rolle Activity Center this season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1af5875342cf4db90ed5c Denver Broncos survive ugly offensive night to beat Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime te 2026-10-16T05:00:08.486Z Denver Broncos survive ugly offensive night to beat Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime Broncos kicker Wil Lutz drilled a 53-yard field goal in overtime to elevate Denver to a 17-14 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night. Seattle got the ball first in sudden death and faced a third-and-7 from its own 28. Sam Darnold tried forcing a throw into double coverage along the sideline, losing sight of Denver cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian. McMillian read it the entire way, stepped in front for the pick, and set the Broncos up at Seattle’s 43-yard line. Broncos HC Sean Payton ran the ball three straight times to milk the clock and center the hash, and Lutz did the rest. BRONCOS THROWBACK ORANGE CRUSH UNIFORMS MEET SEAHAWKS THROWBACK ROYAL BLUE IN RARE NFL COLOR VS COLOR GAME With clock management blunders headlining last week's slate of NFL action, it was refreshing to watch a coach who knows how to properly win a game. For the first twenty minutes, Payton’s script was dialed to perfection. Denver dominated time of possession and built a 14-3 halftime lead behind two methodical touchdown drives finished off on short plunges by J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey. Then came the second half. Denver’s offense looked like a unit that had never practiced together. Bo Nix finished the night with only 107 passing yards and zero downfield threat. Seattle mounted a fierce fourth-quarter comeback, pulling within 14-11 on a George Holani touchdown and a two-point conversion pass from Darnold to Rashid Shaheed. After Denver stalled out again with barely a minute left, Jason Myers nailed a 34-yard field goal with three seconds on the clock to force overtime. The Broncos managed just 36 yards on eight second-half possessions, racked up three-and-outs, and turned punter Jeremy Crawshaw into the busiest man in Colorado. If you sat through the final two quarters of that Denver offense, you are owed an apology. The only reason Denver didn't get blown out was Vance Joseph's defense. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Playing without Patrick Surtain II, Denver’s front seven spent all night hitting Darnold. The Broncos dropped him five times and generated turnovers whenever Seattle threatened to take control. Nik Bonitto stripped wideout Rashid Shaheed in scoring territory, Kris Abrams-Draine pulled down a fourth-quarter interception, and McMillian delivered the dagger in overtime. Seattle put up 353 total yards and Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught 12 passes for 134 yards, but three turnovers wiped it all out. Bo Nix has plenty to clean up, and Payton gets a 10-day mini-bye before hosting the Arizona Cardinals to figure out how to move the ball past the line of scrimmage. It was ugly, but it counts in the standings as the Broncos move to 4-2, sitting behind undefeated Kansas City. NFL'S DUMBEST MOMENT OF WEEK 5 HAD THE COMMANDERS TAKING A TIE MORE OFFENSIVE THAN REDSKINS NICKNAME EVER WAS Denver's defense won a game they had no business winning, and Darnold gave them the assist when it mattered most. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1af5575342cf4db90ed3e Most of Ken Paxton’s Money Can Be Traced to One Man: Elon Musk te 2026-10-16T05:00:05.502Z Most of Ken Paxton’s Money Can Be Traced to One Man: Elon Musk The world’s richest person, who has become the biggest known midterm donor, gave $158 million to a group that quickly spent that much to help Mr. Paxton’s Senate bid in Texas. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1a84e75342cf4db90ebe8 What We Know About the School Shooting in Bend, Oregon te 2026-10-16T04:30:06.528Z What We Know About the School Shooting in Bend, Oregon A teenager opened fire at the Silver Rail Elementary School, killing three children and one teacher. The shooter was killed by an armed bystander. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1a14775342cf4db90ead3 Brewers officially end Dodgers dynasty with ridiculous 6-4 comeback in game four to complete NLCS sweep te 2026-10-16T04:00:07.918Z Brewers officially end Dodgers dynasty with ridiculous 6-4 comeback in game four to complete NLCS sweep The 2026 NLCS was a complete mismatch, though, not in the way many fans expected. Despite winning 103 games in the regular season and employing a series of players unexpectedly having the best years out of their career, many believed the Milwaukee Brewers were big underdogs heading into the series. But through the first three games, it was the Los Angeles Dodgers who looked like an overmatched small market franchise flailing against the big-budget Brewers. Milwaukee, riding a combination of impossibly good relief pitching, exceptionally, uh, unexpected outcomes on balls in play, home runs, and a penchant for turning every ball put in play into an out, took a commanding 3-0 series lead into game four on Thursday night. WANT TO KNOW HOW TO WIN IN OCTOBER? THE 2026 MILWAUKEE BREWERS ARE PROVIDING THE BLUEPRINT In game one, they beat Tarik Skubal 2-1. In game two, they went 6-14 with runners in scoring position without a single hard-hit ball. In game three, they scored five straight runs after falling behind entering the seventh inning to coast home with a 6-2 win. Game four then, set up an opportunity for Milwaukee to reach their second-ever World Series and first since 1982. For the Dodgers, it was the first of four win-or-go home games to try and save their dynasty and win a third straight championship. For a few minutes at least, it seemed like they'd cruise toward forcing a game five on Friday night. Against Milwaukee opener Shane Drohan, the Dodgers put together a quick rally. Kyle Tucker led off with a single, forcing Brewers manager Pat Murphy to go to his bullpen and bring in Dustin May. Teoscar Hernandez singled Tucker to third, and after Max Muncy struck out, Andy Pages finally came through with a runner in scoring position, lacing a single up the middle to give LA a 1-0 lead. May got Kiké Hernandez to fly out, bringing up the Dodgers' struggling superstar, Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani, who hadn't driven in a run in the postseason, hadn't hit a home run in nearly two months, and had been clearly battling multiple health issues, promptly destroyed a 1-1 pitch at 113 mph and 428 feet to make it 4-0 LA. You could see how much it meant to Ohtani and the Dodgers with the rare show of emotion afterward. But as always, in this NLCS, the Brewers superteam offensive machine battled right back. In the fourth, Brice Turang worked a one-out walk, and William Contreras crushed a ground-rule double to left field. Jake Bauers, who until recently was one of the worst hitters in professional baseball, followed it with another ground-rule double to right field. While the Dodgers struggled with runners in scoring position this series, the Milwaukee superteam took advantage of every opportunity. And why not? With superstar players like Bauers and Contreras, who was 9% better than league average offensively in 2026. In the fifth, they pulled even. Sal Frelick worked a one-out walk, then stole second. The unremarkable offensive player, David Hamilton, continued his exceptional run by driving in Frelick with a single and raising his postseason batting average to .500. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Two Dodgers relievers, Evan Phillips and Alex Vesia, then walked three straight Milwaukee hitters, including Bauer yet again, to tie the game at 4-4 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning. But that's what unbeatable superteams do, they come back from 4-0 in two innings behind the best players in baseball, Jake Bauers and David Hamilton. Sure enough, the Brewers untouchable bullpen immediately got to work, getting a shutdown inning as JoJo Romero got Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman in order on just 12 pitches. In the sixth? The offensive juggernaut sprung into action. Garrett Mitchell, facing elite lefty reliever Tanner Scott, crushed a homer to right field, playing small ball and just making contact instead of trying to hit for power. Mitchell had two home runs against lefties in years worth of major league hitting, then proceeded to hit two homers off of Blake Snell and Tanner Scott in back-to-back nights. The Dodgers 4-0 lead, erased in a few minutes by the unstoppable force of Milwaukee's unbeatable offense. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! In the sixth, the Dodgers got a one-out double from Kyle Tucker, but the Dodgers did what they do best: go hitless with runners in scoring position to waste the opportunity. In the seventh, they did it again. Andy Pages led off the inning with a double against super-reliever Aaron Ashby, and LA played small ball, bunting him to third with one out. Ashby though, wearing the correct uniform, got Ohtani to strike out on three pitches, and Mookie Betts to ground out to shortstop to end the inning. At that point, LA was once again 2-9 with RISP, the Brewers were 2-5. Amazingly, the Dodgers did it again in the eighth. Will Smith doubled to left, advancing to third on an error from Sal Frelick. Once again, LA had the tying run at third base with just one out, and once again, the single greatest bullpen ever assembled in the history of professional baseball clamped down. Kyle Tucker popped up to center, and Teoscar Hernandez struck out on a ball off the plate by about two and a half feet. 2-11 with RISP. As one Dodgers' commentator wrote, "some of the most pathetic at bats" you'll ever see. David Hamilton, who, again, is one of the worst hitters in professional baseball, provided the exclamation point with a home run off Edwin Diaz in the ninth inning. Why not? The Dodgers outhit Milwaukee, because of course they did, but when you have stars like Hamilton, nothing actually matters. Milwaukee's bullpen has allowed just two runs in the entire postseason in almost 40 innings pitched. A unit that had a 3.40 ERA in the regular season has an ERA approaching zero in the playoffs. The Dodgers stranded the tying run at third base in three consecutive innings, and it wasn't even difficult for the single greatest pitcher who's ever lived, Aaron Ashby. Fittingly, in the ninth, Ashby endured a 110-mph out from Tommy Edman and an obliterating 108-mph line drive from Kiké Hernández that was caught for an out. Because Ashby knew that allowing hard-hit balls is simply playing the game the right way. That's how you reach the World Series, and Milwaukee did it. The Brewers have shown how you ruin baseball, develop superstars like Garrett Mitchell, sign the best free agents available like Jake Bauers, use Cy Young caliber pitchers like Shane Drohan, Dustin May, JoJo Romero and Aaron Ashby to shut down talented offenses, and listen when your manager tells you to hit home runs or put the ball in play to the correct spot, instead of making outs. That's the right way to play the game, and the Brewers do it in spades. The Dodgers, after playing the game the right way in 2024 and 2025, stopped playing the game the right way in 2026, and it cost them. For Los Angeles, it's a depressing end to what seemed like a dynasty. In 2024 and 2025, the breaks, the clutch hitting and the quality pitching went their way. In 2026, that all came back to bite them in a single series. Milwaukee, though, proved why they should always have been overwhelming favorites to win the World Series: they simply have better players who are able to choose to hit .500 when it matters, instead of playing like they have their entire careers. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Sarcasm aside, that's how baseball works. The teams that win get hot at the right time, and all the payroll and talent in the world can't predict which teams will get hot at the right time. There's no explanation for it, it's not a process or approach thing, there's nothing to learn from it, it's not meaningful or predictive, the postseason is a tournament, and tournaments have weird outcomes. Milwaukee will now advance to face the winner of the Guardians-Rays series, while the Dodgers will start the long offseason targeting their next class of highly paid stars: David Hamilton and Jake Bauers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad19eed75342cf4db90ea23 Elon Musk Touts ‘Flying Cars’ as Video of Tesla Roadster Takes Off Online te 2026-10-16T03:50:05.346Z Elon Musk Touts ‘Flying Cars’ as Video of Tesla Roadster Takes Off Online Elon Musk unveiled a Tesla Roadster capable of aboveground hovering. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad19c9a75342cf4db90e9eb Maricopa E. coli reports disputed by hospital, county finds no water link te 2026-10-16T03:40:10.702Z Maricopa E. coli reports disputed by hospital, county finds no water link Pinal County health officials say they found no evidence linking possible E. coli cases in Maricopa to the city’s water supply, while Exceptional Community Hospital disputes a report that it submitted information about the cases to the county. AZ Family yesterday reported the county was investigating confirmed E. coli cases and had received a report from Exceptional Community Hospital about seven patients who tested positive. At the time, officials said it was not yet known whether the illnesses were connected to the water supply. In a statement today, the county’s Public Health Services District said while it received a report of seven unconfirmed cases from a health care facility in Maricopa, officials found no evidence the cases were related to the precautionary boil-water advisory issued by Global Water Resources last week. “The County has not received any lab results that link E. coli to the Global Water supply,” said Merissa Mendoza, the county’s public health director. “We are very disappointed that unnecessary concern was raised in the community by this report.” Exceptional Community Hospital also disputed the report that it submitted information about seven positive E. coli cases to the county. “We cannot confirm the accuracy of these claims, as our hospital has not submitted reports as described in the article,” the hospital said in a statement today. Global Water also said county officials told the utility they learned of the reported cases through media inquiries. “Our understanding is county health officials first learned of these reported cases when they were contacted by the media. County officials informed Global Water that they have do not have confirmed laboratory results for E. coli cases in the City of Maricopa,” the utility said in a statement today. Global Water said 11 additional water tests in Maricopa came back negative for E. coli. The utility said its initial assessment of the water system was complete and no problems had been identified. The company also said chlorine levels in the system were sufficient to protect against bacteria. Global Water issued the advisory Oct. 7 after preliminary water tests showed possible E. coli contamination. The advisory was canceled the next day after follow-up tests came back negative. The post Maricopa E. coli reports disputed by hospital, county finds no water link appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad19c9675342cf4db90e9bd FBI returns 'Most Wanted' fraudster to US after India arrest in alleged $600K SNAP food stamp scheme te 2026-10-16T03:40:06.740Z FBI returns 'Most Wanted' fraudster to US after India arrest in alleged $600K SNAP food stamp scheme A fugitive accused of stealing more than $600,000 in federal food stamp benefits has been returned to the United States after being arrested in India last month, FBI Director Kash Patel announced. Manjit Singh Bedi, one of the FBI's Most Wanted Fraudsters, was wanted on federal charges stemming from an alleged Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) fraud scheme at a grocery store in Tacoma, Washington. "BACK IN THE U.S. - Manjit Singh Bedi, one of the FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters, arrested in September in India," Patel posted on X. Patel highlighted the FBI's recent success in bringing fugitives back to the United States. EXCLUSIVE: FBI'S FIFTH MOST WANTED FRAUDSTER CAPTURED AFTER ALLEGED SNAP SCAM SUSPECT ARRESTED IN INDIA "This is the latest in an unprecedented stretch of success in bringing high-value targets back to the United States through strong partnerships with our foreign law enforcement counterparts," Patel said. "Over the past 20 months, we’ve secured 260 extraditions and removals — an increase of more than 70% compared to the previous 20-month period," he added. According to federal officials, Bedi allegedly defrauded the U.S. government of at least $600,000 through a SNAP fraud scheme between March 2024 and June 2025 while operating an Asian grocery store in Tacoma. MILLION-DOLLAR SNAP FOOD STAMP FRAUD SCHEME IN WALZ'S BACKYARD SPARKS OUTRAGE: 'CRUEL JOKE' The FBI said Bedi allegedly swiped SNAP recipients' Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, provided cash instead of eligible food purchases and kept roughly half the benefits for himself. After being indicted in connection with the scheme, Bedi allegedly drove to Canada before fleeing to India. A federal arrest warrant charging him with violating the conditions of his release was issued on May 21, 2026. Patel said Bedi is now one of six fugitives captured through the FBI's Most Wanted Fraudsters program since the list was created three months ago. FBI ADDS 2 FUGITIVES TO 'MOST WANTED FRAUDSTERS' LIST AMID HISTORIC $6.5B HEALTHCARE TAKEDOWN: PATEL "This marks yet another significant moment for the historic FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters program," he said. Bedi, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was previously the subject of an FBI reward offering up to $150,000 for information leading to his arrest and conviction. Patel said Bedi will now face justice in the United States for his alleged crimes. "Thank you to our outstanding partners for their assistance in this case," Patel wrote. Fox News Digital's Brittany Miller contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad197e875342cf4db90e891 Katie Zacharia addresses brevity of first press briefing, defends legal credentials after criticism te 2026-10-16T03:20:08.852Z Katie Zacharia addresses brevity of first press briefing, defends legal credentials after criticism New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia said that she did her "very best" during her first briefing as she defended herself against criticism surrounding her legal credentials on "Hannity" Thursday. The Pepperdine Law graduate made her White House briefing room debut on Tuesday, just days after President Donald Trump announced her appointment on Friday, leaving her with what she said was little time to prepare for the high-profile role. "What I feel is I really stepped up to the plate to do the press conference," she told host Sean Hannity. "With very little prep time, I received briefing materials in the morning of Tuesday." TRUMP'S NEW PRESS SECRETARY FACES FIRST MAJOR TEST AS WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM ENTERS NEW ERA Zacharia was heavily scrutinized for taking only three questions during her roughly 14-minute briefing, much of which she spent touting the Trump administration’s accomplishments ahead of the midterm elections. HOCHUL'S OFFICE MOCKS KATIE ZACHARIA WITH AARON RODGERS INJURY POST DESPITE GOVERNOR'S PRESS SECRETARY SCANDAL She pushed back on criticism of her performance, saying she was on the job for less than eight hours before stepping behind the podium. She also challenged criticism that she fielded questions exclusively from conservative-leaning news organizations. "Given the fact that I'd been on the job less than maybe eight hours and had a briefing book in the morning, I feel like I did my very best, Sean, to deliver for the American people that day," Zacharia said. FEDERAL JUDGE ORDERS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO RESTORE WHITE HOUSE ACCESS TO CNN, MS NOW AND POLITICO "I took several questions and I think it's been mixed because they've said I only took questions from conservative outlets. However, the Daily Mail is not known to be a conservative outlet or friendly to conservatives so I do challenge that narrative." Zacharia delivered a piece of major breaking news during her debut, that the Trump administration had asked Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign from her ambassador role. "I was able to deliver breaking news, which I do believe was the right thing to do as the press secretary," she said. The scrutiny surrounding Zacharia’s debut was compounded by questions about her legal credentials after The Wall Street Journal reported that she had failed the California bar exam. TRUMP NAMES LEAVITT SUCCESSOR AFTER WEEKS OF SPECULATION — AND SHE'S NO STRANGER TO MAGA Hannity challenged Zacharia over social media posts in which she had been identified as an attorney. "There's a report out tonight that showed 15 social media posts where you identify yourself as an attorney," Hannity asked the press secretary. "I think they were retweets, and I corrected the record and said that there's not endorsing the title. They were retweets of a title that had been given," Zacharia responded. Zacharia revealed that after failing the bar the first time after graduating law school, she did not take the test a second time. "I graduated Pepperdine, got married in the same week, and we had all intent to move out to China," she explained. "I had already preregistered for the bar exam and... during the summer, I knew I would be living in China and the results of the bar were inconsequential, and I sat for it because I didn't wanna have a withdrawal status." DANA PERINO SHARES HOW SHE SECRETLY PUSHED BACK AT REPORTERS DURING WHITE HOUSE BRIEFINGS "When I went to go engage in media and give legal analysis, I consulted attorneys and legal professionals as to whether or not they agreed that I could be labeled a lawyer, both because I had a valid juris doctor from a good law school, a reputable law school, Pepperdine Law School, and in conjunction with the fact that I did have actual substantive legal experience." After facing days of intense backlash, including from comedian Jimmy Kimmel, who compared Zacharia’s intelligence to that of a kindergartner, she vowed to continue fighting. She said she hopes to develop stronger relationships with members of the White House press corps and have more substantive interactions with reporters going forward. "I would love to build a relationship with all of those members of the press corps so there is a substantive component to us having an ability to interact," Zacharia said. "And I will be very prepared, Sean, and I will step up to the duty that President Trump has asked me to as press secretary." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad197e775342cf4db90e888 Less than 2 years after coaching college hoops in Florida, Karl Smesko leads Atlanta Dream to WNBA Finals te 2026-10-16T03:20:07.446Z Less than 2 years after coaching college hoops in Florida, Karl Smesko leads Atlanta Dream to WNBA Finals Karl Smesko enjoyed notable success during his time coaching the Florida Gulf Coast women’s basketball team. But rather than remain at the college level, where he had built a powerhouse at FGCU, Smesko chose in pursue a new challenge in the WNBA. When Smesko arrived at FGCU, the program competed in Division II. By the time he left to become the next head coach of the Atlanta Dream, the Eagles had established themselves as one of the premier programs in Division I women’s basketball. Under Smesko, FGCU routinely led the nation in 3-pointers made. The Eagles also recorded eight 30-win seasons and advanced to the NCAA tournament 10 times with Smesko at the helm, but he never captured the ultimate prize: an NCAA Division I championship. Perhaps the call about the opportunity in Atlanta came at just the right time for Smesko. He may have accomplished nearly everything possible at FGCU, effectively reaching the program's ceiling. ATLANTA DREAM ADVANCE TO WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 2018 WITH GAME 2 WIN Perhaps Smesko realized that his long-sought dream of hoisting a championship trophy would require him to step outside his comfort zone and take a chance with the actual Dream at the professional basketball level. So far, Smesko’s gamble has worked out. He has guided Atlanta to back-to-back 30-win seasons, and after a first-round exit last year, the Dream have swept their first two opponents in the 2026 postseason to reach the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013. The championship he was never going to get at FGCU is now four wins away, with the title series against the favored Golden State Valkyries set to begin on Saturday. "As good as we were at Florida Gulf Coast, the odds were very stacked against us to make that type of championship run," Smesko said. "In the pros, I definitely thought there was more of an opportunity. It’s a more equal playing field to win the whole thing and that was appealing to me." GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES ERASE 16-POINT DEFICIT, STUN DALLAS WINGS TO REACH WNBA SEMIFINALS The 2026 Finals will feature a matchup of second-year coaches: Smesko in Atlanta and Natalie Nakase in Golden State, which is in just its second year of existence. The Valkyries went 3-0 against the Dream this season, making them just the second team to sweep Smesko’s club in his tenure there. Las Vegas did it last season, and the Aces went on to win the WNBA title as well. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! But in Smesko the Dream trust. "He’s a coach that really believes in you and he knows what’s best," Dream star Angel Reese said. "And I’m really thankful for him, for being able to help me with my career and help me be better for the team — because I don’t think I would be in this situation and thriving as I am individually without him." Smesko is quiet in many ways, and fiercely loyal. The offer from the Dream came as FGCU was starting its 2024-25 season; he wound up leaving after two games that year, though some at the school believe he was tempted to try to handle both jobs at once for a few months and finish that season. He ended up turning the keys to FGCU over to longtime top assistant Chelsea Lyles. She ended up following in her mentor’s footsteps, winning 30 games and taking the Eagles to the NCAA Tournament. Lyles wound up following Smesko to Atlanta after that season, as did others with FGCU ties. He has made clear that the familiarity has made life easier. "It’s been huge," Smesko said, "because we think about the game a little differently." The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will face off at Chase Center in San Francisco in Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals on Oct. 17. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad197e475342cf4db90e858 Arch Manning, Dante Moore Not Among Mel Kiper’s Top 5 QBs in 2027 Draft Class te 2026-10-16T03:20:04.296Z Arch Manning, Dante Moore Not Among Mel Kiper’s Top 5 QBs in 2027 Draft Class Arch Manning and Dante Moore were once considered top-5 picks in the 2027 NFL draft, but ESPN's Mel Kiper now doesn't believe so. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1958d75342cf4db90e7db Bryson Fire Erupts in Malibu as Evacuation Orders Issued: What We Know te 2026-10-16T03:10:05.547Z Bryson Fire Erupts in Malibu as Evacuation Orders Issued: What We Know A fast-moving wildfire has burned more than 100 acres in Malibu amid dangerous Santa Ana winds. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1934075342cf4db90e77a How U.S. Support to Ukraine Has Evolved Under Trump te 2026-10-16T03:00:16.009Z How U.S. Support to Ukraine Has Evolved Under Trump President Trump’s latest push to end the war in Ukraine has raised questions about the future of U.S. support. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1933e75342cf4db90e770 Paxton Partied in Dubai With Fugitives Charged With Fraud, Lawsuit Says te 2026-10-16T03:00:14.631Z Paxton Partied in Dubai With Fugitives Charged With Fraud, Lawsuit Says Ken Paxton celebrated New Year’s Eve in 2024 with two men wanted on federal charges, one of whom donated at least $190,000 to his campaigns. The extent of his ties to the men was unclear. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1933c75342cf4db90e75b The shooter went on a quick but deadly rampage before he was killed, officials said. te 2026-10-16T03:00:12.465Z The shooter went on a quick but deadly rampage before he was killed, officials said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1933a75342cf4db90e740 ESPN's Mel Kiper Names Surprising QB1 in 2027 NFL Draft te 2026-10-16T03:00:10.616Z ESPN's Mel Kiper Names Surprising QB1 in 2027 NFL Draft NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper released his 2027 big board on Thursday, and there's a surprising name at the top of his QB rankings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1933875342cf4db90e737 AOC and JD Vance's Michigan Rally Crowd Sizes Compared: Photos te 2026-10-16T03:00:08.362Z AOC and JD Vance's Michigan Rally Crowd Sizes Compared: Photos Photos show crowds at rival Michigan rallies where AOC backed Abdul El-Sayed and JD Vance campaigned for Mike Rogers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad190dd75342cf4db90e66d Troy Aikman Breaks Silence on Rumored Tension With ‘MNF’ Partner Joe Buck te 2026-10-16T02:50:05.063Z Troy Aikman Breaks Silence on Rumored Tension With ‘MNF’ Partner Joe Buck Troy Aikman responded to reports there's bad blood between himself and fellow "Monday Night Football" broadcaster Joe Buck. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad18e8875342cf4db90e611 Trans neo-Nazi accused of plotting Hindu temple massacre, will receive hormone treatment in jail: officials te 2026-10-16T02:40:08.120Z Trans neo-Nazi accused of plotting Hindu temple massacre, will receive hormone treatment in jail: officials A transgender 19-year-old who authorities say identified himself as a neo-Nazi allegedly plotted a mass shooting at a Hindu temple outside Chicago, but a tip from a coworker helped authorities thwart the attack, according to police. Alexandros Paporakis, of Palatine, was arrested on Sunday after allegedly plotting to open fire at a Hindu temple in Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, Palatine Police said at a news conference on Thursday. Paporakis faces one felony count of making a terrorist threat and one felony count of unlawful possession of a weapon. A Cook County judge has ordered Paporakis held without bond and has put a jailhouse healthcare order into place, saying that the teenager receives hormone injections for gender transition and is being treated for ADHD, depression and anxiety, according to NBC Chicago. NEVADA TRANSGENDER SUSPECT WITH MASSIVE WEAPONS CACHE ACCUSED OF LAS VEGAS TERRORISM-RELATED THREATS Prosecutors allege Paporakis drove to the Hindu temple in Aurora armed with a modified rifle and about 300 rounds of ammunition and equipped with body armor and other tactical gear. Authorities said Paporakis intended to carry out a shooting, but returned home after the rifle malfunctioned. After making it home, the suspect searched the internet trying to learn how to unjam the gun and allegedly called a colleague informing them of the intent to carry out a mass shooting, according to police. Paporakis' coworkers at Taco Bell reported to Mount Prospect Police that they had received a suspicious message that day from Paporakis, leading police to obtain a search warrant and detain Paporakis before the suspect could return to the scene to carry out the alleged attack. Authorities praised those who reported the threat and encouraged others who come across something suspicious to report it to law enforcement. MALL OF AMERICA TERROR PLOT THWARTED; SUSPECTED ISIS SYMPATHIZER ARRESTED, FBI ANNOUNCES "I want to praise and offer my personal, sincerest thanks to the individual who stepped forward in many successful disruptions by law enforcement and potential acts of violence or terrorism attacks. It is a single, courageous member of the public who comes forward to prevent attacks," FBI Chicago Field Office acting special agent in charge Lucas Rothaar said at a press conference on Thursday. Police said they identified a red Acura registered to Paporakis after receiving the tip. Surveillance video showed the suspect in the vehicle entering the parking lot at the Hindu temple at 12:25 p.m. before exiting a few minutes later. Paporakis was later observed driving to a residence on Rand Road in Palatine shared with the suspect's mother. Police executed a search warrant and found a rifle, a loaded magazine, hundreds of rounds of rifle ammunition and other tactical gear in Paporakis' possession. Police also found what they described as an eight-page manifesto, which authorities said detailed the alleged attack and Paporakis' white supremacist views. The writings "expressed words of hate, violence, superior race and mass shooting of Indian people. [Paporakis'] hatred was against Jewish people, African-Americans, Indians, and 'non-white' people," according to police. Paporakis described them as "subhumans" and planned to kill as many of them as possible. Police said the suspect "expressed pleasure calling himself a sociopathic white supremacist Neo-Nazi filled with hatred, fantasizing about mass murder nearly every day." The manifesto also referred to Paporakis as the "Aurora Shooter." A judge ruled that Paporakis will remain in jail, with the next court appearance scheduled for Oct. 30. The temple said it was aware of the recent security threat and has boosted security. "Please know that the safety of our devotees, employees and volunteers is our highest priority, and we have implemented additional security measures effective immediately, including increased armed security presence at the Temple and are taking additional steps to ensure an ongoing safe environment for everyone at the Temple," the temple said in a message on its website. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad18e8575342cf4db90e5fa In Michigan Senate Race, Ocasio-Cortez Joins El-Sayed on Trail in Trump Country te 2026-10-16T02:40:05.025Z In Michigan Senate Race, Ocasio-Cortez Joins El-Sayed on Trail in Trump Country Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez campaigned with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in a swath of Michigan including areas won by President Trump, making a progressive pitch in a key Senate race. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad189d575342cf4db90e4d8 49ers Adding WR Reinforcements Amid Deebo Samuel Injury te 2026-10-16T02:20:05.162Z 49ers Adding WR Reinforcements Amid Deebo Samuel Injury The San Francisco 49ers have been hit hard with injuries at WR, but the team is about to add a potential difference-maker. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1878075342cf4db90e461 Watch: Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Gets Emotional After First Home Run in Months te 2026-10-16T02:10:08.083Z Watch: Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Gets Emotional After First Home Run in Months Looks like the designated hitter took The New York Times calling him “ordinary” to heart Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1853975342cf4db90e3e8 Texans Lose 3 Star Players for London Matchup vs Jaguars te 2026-10-16T02:00:25.333Z Texans Lose 3 Star Players for London Matchup vs Jaguars The Texans will travel across the pond without three players because of injuries. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad182d075342cf4db90e2ef Ravens OC Has Strong Message for Struggling TE Mark Andrews te 2026-10-16T01:50:08.191Z Ravens OC Has Strong Message for Struggling TE Mark Andrews The Baltimore Ravens aren't ready to give up on tight end Mark Andrews quite yet. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad182ce75342cf4db90e2e6 Maple Leafs Acquire Former Top NHL Prospect From Canucks te 2026-10-16T01:50:06.033Z Maple Leafs Acquire Former Top NHL Prospect From Canucks The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired former NHL top prospect Aatu Raty from the Vancouver Canucks in an intriguing deal. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1808775342cf4db90e228 21-year-old football player dead after head injury sustained during Division II college game te 2026-10-16T01:40:23.084Z 21-year-old football player dead after head injury sustained during Division II college game A Division II football player has died five days after sustaining a "traumatic injury" during a game. Tyler Ulrich, a 21-year-old sophomore who played at Southern Nazarene University (SNU) in Oklahoma, passed away from the injury he sustained, the school announced on Thursday. Southern Nazarene, located in Bethany, Oklahoma, did not reveal what exactly caused Ulrich’s death, but he did suffer a head injury this past Saturday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "It is with heavy hearts that we share the loss of our SNU football player, Tyler Ulrich," SNU Athletics posted on its X account. "This loss is deeply felt across our campus. Our hearts are with his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who knew him. We ask that you join us in lifting them up in prayer." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Dustin Hada, the head coach of Southern Nazarene’s football program, also mourned the loss of his player on social media. "Man of God, ultimate example of quiet strength, loyal, worker, joyous. That’s who Tyler was!!" Ulrich’s father, Mark, also posted on Facebook earlier Thursday as his son continued to fight, saying the family "truly need a miracle." Unfortunately, he was unable to make a recovery. "Our family is truly blessed to receive all the love and prayers for our young Tyler and we are ever grateful," he posted on Thursday afternoon. "But as much support and love that was given, it is with a heavy heart I am writing to say the Lord called Tyler this morning at 11:13 a.m." The game was delayed for nearly an hour on Saturday as Ulrich received medical attention on the field following a play where he suffered his injury. He was later transported to a hospital. Ulrich was in his third season with SNU, where he started 16 of his 20 games with the program. He had six starts this season, tallying 36 tackles on the year. SNU canceled its game at Southwestern Oklahoma State this Saturday as a result of Ulrich’s death. The Associated Press contributed to this report. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1808375342cf4db90e20b The school shooting in Oregon adds Silver Rail Elementary to a grim list. te 2026-10-16T01:40:19.831Z The school shooting in Oregon adds Silver Rail Elementary to a grim list. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1808275342cf4db90e1f6 Derrick Henry Guarantees Todd Monken Will Talk Trash Before Ravens-Browns Clash te 2026-10-16T01:40:18.100Z Derrick Henry Guarantees Todd Monken Will Talk Trash Before Ravens-Browns Clash Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry guarantees former OC Todd Monken is talking trash before Sunday's Week 6 matchup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1808075342cf4db90e1e4 Bears QB Caleb Williams Fires Back at Critics of His Injury Reaction te 2026-10-16T01:40:16.409Z Bears QB Caleb Williams Fires Back at Critics of His Injury Reaction Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams responded to the criticism regarding the reaction to his hamstring injury in Week 2. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1807e75342cf4db90e1d2 MLB Icons Debate Shohei Ohtani’s Dodgers Struggles: Zero ‘Backup Plan’ te 2026-10-16T01:40:14.462Z MLB Icons Debate Shohei Ohtani’s Dodgers Struggles: Zero ‘Backup Plan’ The ailing designated hitter is back in the leadoff spot for the Dodgers “do-or-die” Game 4 in the NLCS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1807c75342cf4db90e1c9 Mike Evans Dealing With New Injury Putting His Status in Jeopardy te 2026-10-16T01:40:12.779Z Mike Evans Dealing With New Injury Putting His Status in Jeopardy The 49ers are already in deep injury trouble ahead of their Week 6 Monday night primetime game against the Commanders. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1807b75342cf4db90e1c0 Cowboys Get Encouraging Injury News on WR CeeDee Lamb te 2026-10-16T01:40:11.134Z Cowboys Get Encouraging Injury News on WR CeeDee Lamb Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is not expected to have any limitations in Sunday's matchup against the Packers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1807975342cf4db90e1ae Braves Predicted to Swing Blockbuster Trade for Young Orioles Star te 2026-10-16T01:40:09.214Z Braves Predicted to Swing Blockbuster Trade for Young Orioles Star The Atlanta Braves are being predicted to trade for Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson during this offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1807775342cf4db90e1a5 Raiders Get Major Ashton Jeanty Injury Update Ahead of Bills Game te 2026-10-16T01:40:07.132Z Raiders Get Major Ashton Jeanty Injury Update Ahead of Bills Game Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty shares an encouraging injury update as Las Vegas prepares to face the Buffalo Bills. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1807575342cf4db90e193 Eagles WR DeVonta Smith's Injury Status Takes Unexpected Turn te 2026-10-16T01:40:05.248Z Eagles WR DeVonta Smith's Injury Status Takes Unexpected Turn The Philadelphia Eagles got some surprising injury news regarding wide receiver DeVonta Smith. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17e2675342cf4db90dfe4 Trump rallies Republicans for midterms in return trip to Mohave County te 2026-10-16T01:30:14.339Z Trump rallies Republicans for midterms in return trip to Mohave County BULLHEAD CITY — An already enthusiastic crowd got fired up during President Donald Trump's rally at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17e2475342cf4db90dfd4 Oro Grande forced to dismiss students early due to AC malfunction te 2026-10-16T01:30:12.887Z Oro Grande forced to dismiss students early due to AC malfunction 5:35 p.m. update: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17e2275342cf4db90dfae 'Oh, shut up!': Democrat snaps at Collins after heckler drives Maine Senate debate off the rails te 2026-10-16T01:30:10.508Z 'Oh, shut up!': Democrat snaps at Collins after heckler drives Maine Senate debate off the rails A protester interrupted the final debate between Republican Sen. Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson in Maine, triggering a heated exchange after Collins suggested the demonstrator was a Jackson supporter. The interruption came amid a debate that saw the candidates trade fire over numerous issues. The race between Jackson and Collins, who is seeking a sixth term representing the blue-leaning Northern New England state, is a top flip opportunity for Democrats as they try to win back the Senate majority from Republicans in the midterm elections. The latest public opinion polls indicate a race within the margin of error between Collins and Jackson, a one-time logger and former state Senate president. The latest Fox News Power Rankings rates the race as a toss-up, as do leading nonpartisan political handicappers the Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, and Sabato's Crystal Ball. DEMS SEE NEW CHANCES TO FLIP SENATE SEATS BUT GOP'S MASSIVE CASH ADVANTAGE AN OBSTACLE The protester, who interrupted Collins as she spoke, yelled out, "I'm terrified. AI data centers are destroying our climate. They are poisoning our water." As security escorted the protester out of the debate hall, Collins suggested the man was a Jackson supporter. "So this is obviously one of Troy's supporters," Collins said. Jackson quickly fired back: "Oh, shut up, I did not — I didn't, I don't even know who that kid." Another heated moment came a few minutes later, when each candidate was able to ask a question of the other. Jackson, who grew up in rural northern Maine in the same county as Collins, asked, "What I'm curious about — is it just me that you look down on, or is it working class people overall?" DEMOCRATS THINK A BLUE WAVE IS BUILDING - HERE ARE THREE FACTORS THAT COULD STOP IT The senator shot back, "Troy, I do not look down on you or on anyone. I grew up in Caribou. My first job was picking potatoes." As he works to oust Collins from the Senate, Jackson has repeatedly tried to anchor the senator to President Donald Trump, who has seen his approval ratings in Maine and across the country drop further underwater. "The reality is a 100% of the time when Donald Trump needs her, Susan Collins is going to be there," Jackson claimed. But Collins pointed to what she described as a "major difference between Troy and me. I vote very independently ... I am the most bipartisan member of the Senate." SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER And referring to Jackson, Collins said, "We don’t need more people who are going to vote a straight party line." Collins and Jackson spent much of the hour-long debate trading fire on issues including the Iran War, immigration, rising fuel prices and electricity rates, budget deficits, Supreme Court reform, dark money in politics, an assault weapons ban, and climate change. DEMOCRACY ’26: STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE FOX NEWS ELECTION HUB Jackson won a special nominating convention in late July to claim the party's Senate nomination, which was left vacant after primary winner Graham Platner ended his campaign following allegations he raped a woman he previously dated. Platner denied the allegations but dropped out. Jackson, who earlier this year unsuccessfully ran for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, had campaigned alongside Platner during the primary campaign. Collins, who is the only GOP senator seeking re-election in a state Trump lost in the 2024 election, has a history of surviving Democratic efforts to unseat her. Six years ago, she trailed Democratic challenger Sara Gideon, the then-Maine House speaker, but Collins won re-election by nearly nine points while former President Joe Biden carried the state by a similar margin. Fox News' Jessica Sonkin contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17e1f75342cf4db90df9a The school shooting in Oregon adds Silver Rail Elementary to a grim list. te 2026-10-16T01:30:07.616Z The school shooting in Oregon adds Silver Rail Elementary to a grim list. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17e1d75342cf4db90df7e Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Gets Honest About His Job Security te 2026-10-16T01:30:05.777Z Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Gets Honest About His Job Security Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel was asked about his job security when speaking to reporters Thursday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17bc775342cf4db90df12 Trump Ally, Paolo Zampolli, Leaves State Department te 2026-10-16T01:20:07.353Z Trump Ally, Paolo Zampolli, Leaves State Department Paolo Zampolli, a close friend and ally of President Trump’s, gained attention when his ex-wife was detained by ICE after his request. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad17bc475342cf4db90dee3 Tesla reveals SpaceX-powered Roadster that flies and falls with style te 2026-10-16T01:20:04.325Z Tesla reveals SpaceX-powered Roadster that flies and falls with style The new car used thrusters to leap over a Cybercab, Cybertruck, Tesla Semi, Model Y, and Model 3 at a demo in Texas. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1797675342cf4db90de9e Hasan Piker defends using incendiary terms like 'inbred' or 'Zionist pig' against opponents te 2026-10-16T01:10:14.448Z Hasan Piker defends using incendiary terms like 'inbred' or 'Zionist pig' against opponents Twitch streamer Hasan Piker defended using controversial terms like "inbred" and "Zionist pig" against opponents in a lengthy interview with NPR Thursday. NPR host Leila Fadel asked Piker about the backlash and controversy he has faced and whether they were related to his inflammatory comments or the fact that his "name is Hasan." Piker acknowledged his incendiary rhetoric but said he believed that most of the backlash against him was due to his background. "Of course, I, you know, say incendiary things, but it's not reflected on in the same way when someone who's White, Christian, born and raised in America is saying incendiary things," Piker said. INSIDE HASAN PIKER’S RADICAL VIEWS ON AMERICA, ISRAEL AND SOCIALISM Fadel then asked why someone who has felt "dehumanized" like him would choose to use dehumanizing language, particularly against Jewish opponents. "When you hear people say, 'Why would you use dehumanizing language like inbred for some ultra-Orththodox Jews or Zionist pig?' What do you say to them as somebody who has felt that as well?" Fadel asked. "So, great question. I have a policy to be ruthless to those who are bullying others, to be ruthless to those who abide by certain ideologies that are conducting great harm," Piker said.  "As far as the language that I deploy that is considered dehumanizing like 'inbred,' it's one that I use quite commonly as a pejorative towards right-wing reactionary ideology, ethno-supremacist ideology, neo-Nazi ideology, because I find it to be an apt pejorative to deploy considering that these supremacist ideologies oftentimes revolve around ethnic purity, racial purity. It's not, of course, meant to be taken seriously," he continued. Piker added that he applies the same principle to the term "pig" and argued that he used similar language "across the board" for different targets regardless of their background. HASAN PIKER ADMITS HE HAS 'DIALED DOWN' HIS OPINIONS AFTER PUBLIC AND DEMOCRATIC BACKLASH "It gets heated at times," he said. "I'm a passionate guy. I get angry. I have to, you know, explain my frustration, communicate my frustration somehow. Very different format than we have here, obviously."  "But, you know, I think that a lot of people feel this way," Piker added. "A lot of people get very frustrated. It's never directed at someone for their actual background. It's usually their actions or their belief system. And almost all the time, it's their reactionary belief system that causes me to call them a pig or inbred or something like that."  The Israeli-American Council (IAC) condemned Piker's comments in a statement to Fox News Digital. "The Jewish people know what happens when hatred becomes acceptable," the group said. "Throughout history, pogroms and persecution were fueled by lies that portrayed Jews as less than human. The Holocaust showed the world where the systematic dehumanization of Jews can lead." "On October 7, 2023, Hamas perpetrated mass murder, mass rape, mass torture, and mass hostage taking in the deadliest massacre of our people since the Holocaust," the IAC statement added. "For us, the consequences of antisemitic hatred are not an abstract debate." Fox News Digital reached out to Piker for comment but did not immediately receive a response. HASAN PIKER STANDS BY 'INTENTIONALLY PROVOCATIVE' CLAIMS THAT HAMAS IS 'A THOUSAND TIMES BETTER' THAN ISRAEL In January, Piker was banned from Twitch for seven days for using the phrase "Zionist pig" and has repeatedly attacked Zionism and Israel. Though he has campaigned with several Democratic candidates, some Democrats distanced themselves from Piker in August after he warned American Jews that they could face violence if they continued to support Israel. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1771675342cf4db90ddfa A Quiet Dog Walk Is Shattered by the Sound of Gunfire te 2026-10-16T01:00:06.659Z A Quiet Dog Walk Is Shattered by the Sound of Gunfire “It’s just something that we live with here in America,” said Leah Schwartz, who heard the violence in Bend, Ore. “It’s exhausting.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1726475342cf4db90dcaa Judge Refuses to Reverse Penalties Against Crypto Firm With Ties to Trump Family te 2026-10-16T00:40:04.465Z Judge Refuses to Reverse Penalties Against Crypto Firm With Ties to Trump Family The ruling denied a bid by Gemini Trust and the C.F.T.C. to nullify a settlement that required the company to pay $5 million for misleading federal regulators. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1700e75342cf4db90dbcc Oregon’s Gun Laws Are Tight, by American Standards te 2026-10-16T00:30:06.775Z Oregon’s Gun Laws Are Tight, by American Standards In recent years, Oregon has passed restrictive measures popular among gun safety activists nationwide. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1700d75342cf4db90dbc3 Behind a White House Feud That Is Bitter Even by Trump-Era Standards te 2026-10-16T00:30:05.116Z Behind a White House Feud That Is Bitter Even by Trump-Era Standards Two allies of President Trump — Alina Habba Mildon and Richard Grenell — are locked in a raging dispute that has its roots in the battle for a share of the spoils in Venezuela. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16dc475342cf4db90db81 Democrat seeks to unseat Republican in red Arizona district te 2026-10-16T00:20:20.763Z Democrat seeks to unseat Republican in red Arizona district (The Center Square) - A former long-haul truck driver, who's a Democrat, is trying to win a congressional seat in a deep red part of Arizona. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16dbb75342cf4db90db44 Experimental skin cream linked to 2-year drop in biological age in early study te 2026-10-16T00:20:11.123Z Experimental skin cream linked to 2-year drop in biological age in early study An experimental skin cream altered molecular markers associated with aging and inflammation in an early human trial, according to preliminary data released by its developer this week. Rubedo Life Sciences, a biotechnology company based in Mountain View, California, tested its investigational treatment, RLS-1496, in patients with eczema and other skin conditions. In an analysis of 11 paired skin samples from patients with atopic dermatitis, researchers reported that four weeks of treatment was associated with an average 2.1-year decrease in measured epigenetic skin age — an estimate based on age-related changes in DNA. 3 COMMON FACTORS MAY BE SECRETLY SPEEDING UP THE AGING PROCESS, EXPERT SAYS Rubedo CEO Dr. Frederick Beddingfield said the "significant" early findings warrant further investigation. "This is one of the few drugs developed for aging in general and with AI to show positive data in humans in multiple indications and to show a reduction in skin age," Beddingfield told Fox News Digital. He believes the early results will translate into "clinical improvements with longer-term treatment." The latest skin-aging findings have been presented at a scientific conference, but have not yet been published as a full peer-reviewed study. SCIENTISTS UNVEIL 'LIVING BANDAGE' THAT COULD DRAMATICALLY SPEED WOUND HEALING RLS-1496 is designed to target senescent cells — aging or damaged cells that have stopped dividing, but can release substances that promote inflammation. The drug targets a protein called GPX4, which helps cells respond to stress. Researchers are studying whether blocking it can clear away damaged, aging cells while helping healthier cells survive. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Beddingfield described the approach as targeting cellular aging rather than simply treating its outward effects. "It's a bit like 'what does not kill you makes you stronger' for those surviving cells," he added. Skin samples showed a 10% increase in a type of collagen that helps support the skin, according to the company. Blood tests also showed lower levels of several markers linked to inflammation, although it is not yet clear what those changes mean for patients' health. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER The preliminary findings come with several limitations. The skin-aging analysis included just 11 paired samples and measured biological signs of aging in the skin rather than whether the skin actually looked younger or functioned better. Treatment lasted only four weeks, so it is not known whether the changes will persist. The studies were sponsored by Rubedo, and the latest skin-aging findings have not yet been published as a full peer-reviewed study. "Our next trial will treat for several months," Beddingfield said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES The treatment is also being tested for other skin issues. In a separate early-stage study of 22 patients with actinic keratosis — rough, precancerous skin patches caused by sun exposure — the company reported a 49% average reduction in lesions after 28 days of treatment. The open-label study compared treated forearms with untreated forearms rather than a placebo cream. The cream caused minimal skin irritation, and the drug was detected in the blood of very few participants, according to the company. "With topical application, we have seen very little risk," Beddingfield said. "Local irritation is rarely seen and generally mild when it occurs, and no one has discontinued treatment to date. Very few subjects show any drug in their blood after skin application." Rubedo is also beginning an early-stage trial of RLS-1496 for androgenetic alopecia, or pattern hair loss. Beddingfield estimated that potential FDA approval remains three to four years away, pending larger clinical trials. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16db975342cf4db90db3b Bears QB Caleb Williams shuts down reporters asking about his hamstring injury: 'It's not deserving' te 2026-10-16T00:20:09.634Z Bears QB Caleb Williams shuts down reporters asking about his hamstring injury: 'It's not deserving' Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams returned to full practice participation Thursday for the first time in nearly a month, but his news conference quickly turned into an icy standoff over his hamstring grade. Williams refused to reveal the medical grade of what he called a "pretty serious" hamstring tear, shutting down reporters pressing for clarity on why he kept the diagnosis private. CALEB WILLIAMS' INITIAL RESPONSE TO CRITICISM ABOUT HOW HE HANDLED HAMSTRING INJURY PROVES THE CRITICISM RIGHT "Because it's not deserving," Williams informed the media. The testy exchange capped a five-minute opening statement in which Williams torched national reporting for trying to box his injury into a tidy Grade 2 timeline. "There's nothing that has come out that has been right about what it is and what it has been," he said. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Williams originally sustained the injury late in Chicago’s Week 2 loss to Minnesota, pulling up lame on a fourth-quarter scramble toward the end zone before being carted off in visible tears. "I felt a pop," Williams said. "That's why I looked back. I looked back just like everybody else does when you feel a pop. Think somebody grabbed you and nobody grabbed me." Williams didn't shy away from the emotional exit Thursday, defending the raw reaction as proof of just how much he cares about his locker room. "I'm always going to show emotion, especially when I can't be out there with the guys," Williams said. "Everybody making jokes and all of that, but that doesn't bother me." CALEB WILLIAMS, LIMITED BY A HAMSTRING INJURY, SEEN CASUALLY PACING BEARS SIDELINE DURING NATIONAL ANTHEM Williams underwent five to six hours of daily rehab and reported reaching top sprint speeds in recent workouts. While he logged consecutive full practice designations this week, his status for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons remains undecided pending medical clearance. "Before you start asking, do not know if I'm playing yet," Williams said. "If I'm good to go, I'm good to go. If I'm not and we're just not ready, then we got to wait." Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16db575342cf4db90db2d Man Found in Barrel in Lake Mead in 2022 Is Identified by Las Vegas Police te 2026-10-16T00:20:05.798Z Man Found in Barrel in Lake Mead in 2022 Is Identified by Las Vegas Police The victim was shot once in the head in the early 1980s, the authorities said, and was identified after family members from Arkansas could provide a DNA match. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16b6e75342cf4db90dadb Meet the 19-year-old ASU student running for Maricopa County office te 2026-10-16T00:10:22.227Z Meet the 19-year-old ASU student running for Maricopa County office Key points:  Sebastian Matta is a 19-year-old college student running for clerk of the Maricopa County Superior Court  A Democrat, Matta is facing Republican former lawmaker Jeff Dial At a time when many young people have become disillusioned with politics, Matta is hoping his candidacy inspires them to get involved While many college students are still figuring out their majors and what they want to do with their lives, Sebastian Matta has taken on a different challenge: running for public office. The 19-year-old Arizona State University undergrad has put untold miles on his 2020 Nissan Sentra to campaign and handed out thousands of brochures about his candidacy in his bid to become the next clerk of the Maricopa County Superior Court.  Matta sees his youth as an asset. His Republican opponent, former state lawmaker Jeff Dial, sees it as a reason to question whether the college sophomore is ready for the job — particularly after Matta filed at least two campaign finance reports late. Matta’s path to the ballot began with an early interest in the courts. But winning over voters has required him to show he understands the job and its responsibilities. “I’m passionate about it,” Matta said. “I always thought the job was really cool and I like that it’s an intermediary between you and the courts.”  Though the clerk position is one of the more obscure ones on the ballot, it comes with significant responsibility. The clerk is the court’s official record keeper and financial officer. They provide public access to court records, receive filings, manage the court docket, and collect and disburse court-ordered fees in one of the nation’s largest counties.  Clerks serve four-year terms and earn $96,600 a year.  It’s unclear if Matta would be the youngest person to ever hold the post — the state doesn’t track such things — though Matta believes he is. Either way, he would certainly be among the youngest to hold statewide office. The average age of elected officials in state legislatures nationwide is 54 in lower chambers and 57 in upper chambers, according to 2024 data from Rutgers University’s Eagleton Institute of Politics. In Congress, the median age in the House of Representatives is 57, while the median age in the Senate is 65, according to the Pew Research Center.  That might explain why young people have become disillusioned with politics. A recent poll from the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School found that just 12% of 18- to 29-year-olds are motivated and ready to participate in the midterm elections.  Matta, who goes by the nickname “Seb,” said he wants his candidacy to inspire more young people to get involved in politics.  He grew up in Phoenix and graduated from Thunderbird High School in 2025. As a child, he sometimes accompanied his father, an investigator at a law firm, to the court for work.  He later joined his school’s debate team, where he became passionate about public speaking and learned to speak to a crowd without notes.  “I hope history remembers me not as a 19-year-old who was a show candidate or doing this for fun,” he said. “I’m running a serious campaign and doing my best.”  Questions about readiness A philosophy major, Matta turned 19 on July 21 — the same day he won the uncontested Democratic primary in the clerk’s race.  His rival, Dial, is a 50-year-old former state lawmaker who works in real estate.  Dial questioned whether his opponent is prepared for the job, pointing to the fact that Matta has filed his campaign finance reports late at least twice.  According to campaign finance records, Matta filed his first-quarter report a week late and his second-quarter report five days late.  “I’m glad he’s young, and I’m glad he’s getting involved. But maybe it would be better for him if he had more time available,” Dial said. “If he doesn’t have time now to follow the rules, how will he manage the office?”  Matta said he filed reports late because he’s been busy running his campaign.  “It’s not because there are campaign finance violations,” Matta said of his late filings. “It’s just that it’s tough to manage everything at once, and I’m not a math wiz.”  Making the case to voters During a Wednesday evening campaign event, Matta stood before a crowd of 50 people at a church in Scottsdale. Wearing a fitted suit and a bright red tie, he explained to the audience what a clerk does, talked about his priorities if elected and held up a sample ballot to remind people to vote. Afterward, Karisa Perrone approached Matta to compliment him on his speech. She said she sees Matta’s youth as an asset. “I think we need young people to get involved,” Perrone said. “He was articulate. He was intelligent. He has a plan and a vision for what he wants, and he has gumption.”  If elected, Matta said he wants to expand electronic filing opportunities in probate cases, raise awareness of the clerk’s office and its work, and expand access for non-English speakers.  Dial has also campaigned on expanding online filing opportunities and educating the public about the clerk’s office, as well as cutting waste and ensuring efficient budgeting.  Though he fielded a question about how he would manage the job and his studies during the event, Matta said his age doesn’t come up much on the campaign trail. He added that, if elected, he would take a semester off and then resume his studies online. Regardless of the outcome on Nov. 3, he said he has enjoyed running.  At most meetings and public appearances, voters have encouraged him. “They give me hugs and say, ‘You’re the future,’” he said.  The post Meet the 19-year-old ASU student running for Maricopa County office first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16b6a75342cf4db90dab8 Can cooking for terrorists bar asylum? Supreme Court takes up unusual case with broader immigration stakes te 2026-10-16T00:10:18.724Z Can cooking for terrorists bar asylum? Supreme Court takes up unusual case with broader immigration stakes A Nigerian man forced to cook thousands of meals for the Unknown Gunmen, a militant group linked to political violence in Nigeria, is at the center of a Supreme Court showdown that could determine how broadly immigration authorities can apply a terrorism-related bar to asylum, and how far the Trump administration can go in deporting immigrants accused of supporting terrorism. The Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to hear the Trump administration's challenge to a ruling that overturned Nigerian citizen Izuchukwu Ozurumba's deportation order, setting up a legal battle over whether ordinary services provided to terrorist organizations, including cooking meals, can disqualify immigrants from receiving asylum even when those services are not directly connected to terrorist attacks. Ozurumba was deported to Nigeria in April 2025 while his appeal was pending. At the center of the case is a provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act that bars certain immigrants who provide "material support" to terrorist organizations from receiving asylum. The law lists examples of prohibited assistance, including transportation, communications, housing, money, weapons and training, but does not explicitly define what constitutes material support. "The biggest takeaway is that this is a case about who gets to draw the line on a law that affects national security," Bryce Poole, a senior legal fellow with Advancing American Freedom told Fox News Digital. "Congress wrote a broad rule, and the court interpreted it narrowly." The case also comes two years after the Supreme Court overturned Chevron deference, a legal doctrine that required judges to defer to federal agencies' reasonable interpretations of ambiguous laws. The 2024 ruling gave judges greater authority to decide what those laws mean. THE SUPREME COURT IS BACK. THESE FIVE CASES COULD RESHAPE AMERICAN LIFE The Fourth Circuit, in a 2-1 ruling, overturned Ozurumba's deportation order and sent the case back to the Board of Immigration Appeals. Judge James Wynn Jr., an Obama appointee, wrote the majority opinion, joined by Judge Nicole Berner, a Biden appointee. The judges concluded that although Ozurumba prepared thousands of meals for the group's leaders, his cooking did not provide resources that could be directly used or readily redirected toward terrorist operations. Although Ozurumba said he was forced to cook under threat of violence, the Fourth Circuit did not decide whether the law contains an exception for assistance provided under duress — an issue the court previously addressed in a 2012 ruling that relied on Chevron deference. Instead, the majority found that his cooking for the terrorist organization did not qualify as "material support" that would bar him from asylum, leaving the separate duress question unresolved. Meanwhile, the Trump administration argued that the Fourth Circuit interpreted the law too narrowly, insisting that even ordinary services such as cooking meals can help sustain a terrorist organization and free its members to carry out attacks. "Because he's cooking the meals, one of the armed guards doesn't have to cook the meals and can be an armed guard," Poole said. "That's one guard who doesn't have to come in off guard duty to cook meals, or that's one bomb maker who doesn't have to stop making bombs to go cook meals, because all this stuff is fungible," Poole continued. Ozurumba said he initially agreed to work as a chef at a "rural camp," preparing three meals a day for 15 to 17 leaders. He later learned the camp belonged to the "Unknown Gunmen." An immigration judge determined that the Unknown Gunmen qualified as a "Tier III" terrorist organization under federal immigration law, even though the State Department had not formally designated the group as one. Ozurumba said armed guards prevented him from leaving. According to court records, he cooked for the group's leaders for roughly six months, including three months without pay, before escaping during a trip into town to buy groceries. STATE'S LARGEST MOSQUE LEADER’S DEPORTATION FIGHT TAKES DRAMATIC TURN AS TRUMP ADMIN SCORES MAJOR WIN Ozurumba said members of the Unknown Gunmen continued threatening and attacking him after his escape, prompting him to flee Nigeria for Venezuela and eventually the United States. He crossed the southern border without valid entry documents in July 2023, during the Biden administration, and surrendered to Border Patrol agents . An immigration judge denied Ozurumba's asylum request and ordered his deportation, a decision upheld by the Board of Immigration Appeals after finding that his cooking violated the federal material-support rule. The Fourth Circuit later rejected that interpretation and sent the case back to the immigration board. Judge Julius Richardson disagreed with the majority, arguing in his dissent that cooking thousands of meals for terrorist leaders freed them to focus on their organization's goals and therefore constituted material support. "Ozurumba did not run a hot dog stand that the Unknown Gunmen happened to stop by once or twice," Richardson wrote. "Rather, he acted as a private chef, providing three meals a day for over a dozen leaders of a terrorist organization—for months." Hans von Spakovsky, a legal expert with Advancing American Freedom, also argued that the majority misinterpreted the law. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "The idea that providing over 8,000 meals for the leaders of a terrorist organization and its members is not 'material' defies common sense," von Spakovsky told Fox News Digital. "Richardson correctly cites Napoleon’s famous quote that an 'army marches on its stomach.'" "Other federal appeals courts have all held that providing food and shelter, even if unconnected to a specific terrorist event, constitutes material support within the statute," von Spakovsky continued. "And doing so under duress, even if true, is not an excuse under the statute to avoid removal." Even if the Supreme Court rules in his favor, a victory would not automatically grant him asylum or guarantee his return to the United States. His case would still need to be reconsidered by immigration authorities. The Fourth Circuit previously declined to order the government to bring him back, instead leaving it up to officials to decide whether his presence in the U.S. would be necessary for further proceedings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16b6875342cf4db90daaf Kash Patel demands MS NOW apologize after network's false report claiming FBI director visited Russia te 2026-10-16T00:10:16.578Z Kash Patel demands MS NOW apologize after network's false report claiming FBI director visited Russia FBI Director Kash Patel is calling on MS NOW to issue more than a correction after the network falsely reported that he had landed in Russia. "MS NOW put me in Russia based on two anonymous sources. I was in Virginia, honoring law enforcement at Liberty University. The network had to correct its false report," Patel wrote on X on Thursday. "This was a basic verification failure," he continued. "They were wrong about my location, and they are wrong about the successes of this FBI and our partnership with State, Local, and Tribal Law Enforcement. If a network cannot confirm where I was before putting it on air, how can the public trust its reporting on the work our agents and officers do every day?" "This is bigger than a false story about me. The men and women of law enforcement deserve accurate reporting while they protect communities and take violent criminals off our streets. Three apologies are owed: to this FBI, to the law enforcement community, and to the American People," Patel added. MS NOW ISSUES CORRECTION AFTER REPORTING KASH PATEL 'LANDED IN RUSSIA' WHILE HE WAS ACTUALLY IN VIRGINIA MS NOW did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. A spokesperson previously pointed to the network's on-air correction. On Wednesday, MS NOW anchor Peter Alexander informed viewers of "breaking news" that Patel had "landed in Russia" to attend meetings. MS NOW justice correspondent Ken Dilanian's report cited two FBI sources and said that there were concerns within the agency about Patel's alleged visit to the Kremlin. MS NOW REPORTER PANS KASH PATEL'S 'BASICALLY BOGUS' FBI STATS AFTER TOUTING BIDEN-ERA CRIME DATA Shortly after MS NOW ran its breaking news report, the FBI Rapid Response X account mocked the liberal network, noting that Patel was actually in Virginia for a law enforcement appreciation event. Dilanian was later forced to issue a correction. "I want to correct reporting from earlier today," he told MS NOW viewers. "I reported that two sources had told us that FBI Director Kash Patel had landed in Russia for a planned trip that had been reported about recently. We've since learned that Patel did not, in fact, land in Russia today and remains in the U.S. The FBI did not answer our questions when we asked them about it."  "But we do know now that he has not already landed in Russia, as we reported earlier," Dilanian continued. "The timing of any potential trip remains unclear. Again, we regret this error, and we are transparent about when we make errors." FBI DIRECTOR KASH PATEL, NEW YORK TIMES CLASH OVER PAPER'S CLAIM ITS REPORTER WAS 'INVESTIGATED' There had been speculation among critics that Dilanian's false report was the result of an effort to expose leakers within the FBI. An FBI official would neither confirm nor deny whether leadership had conducted such an operation but said the two leakers involved would "likely" be identified as a result. "We are always hunting leakers," the FBI official told Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad16b6175342cf4db90da8e How Trump DOJ Flagged 20K California Voters Feds Suspect Are Noncitizens te 2026-10-16T00:10:09.005Z How Trump DOJ Flagged 20K California Voters Feds Suspect Are Noncitizens A new court filing details the federal matching process behind a disputed list of California voters. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad166b275342cf4db90d99c 'Made in California' business directory lets buyers filter by identity but excludes White men te 2026-10-15T23:50:10.712Z 'Made in California' business directory lets buyers filter by identity but excludes White men A new government website in California allows people to search for local businesses based on the identity of their owners, but does not offer specific search filters for White-owned or male-owned businesses. The "Made in California" website lets users search by business ownership categories, including: Asian-Owned, Black-Owned, Hispanic-Owned, LGBTQ-Owned, Native American-Owned, Pacific Islander-Owned, Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 40% of California's population is Hispanic or Latino, more than 30% is non-Hispanic White, roughly 17% is Asian and about 6% is Black. Christopher Rufo, a prominent critic of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, criticized the government website on X, noting, "The California state government has released a ‘Made in California’ website that allows you to select products by every identity group except for one: White men." DEM SENATOR'S HIRING ANNOUNCEMENT SPARKS GOP ERUPTION OVER WHO IS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY: 'BLATANTLY ILLEGAL' Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk was surprised by the news, replying to Rufo's post with, "Wow."  "Managed by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate, the program is designed to help consumers and corporate buyers find products manufactured in the Golden State," the New York Post reported. "To qualify, a product must have at least 51% of its wholesale value added within the state. Certified businesses can appear in the official public directory and use the ‘Made in California’ seal on their packaging and marketing materials." Entrepreneur Will Fry, founder and CEO of American Operator — a company that specializes in American small businesses — spoke to Fox News Digital about the controversy. "Support local business is not exactly the same thing as support the minority you like the most," Fry said. "The concept of a ‘Made in California’ database is great and one I can get behind. But I guess it comes as no surprise that California seems to have decided to turn it into a virtue signaling exercise about identity, and that should not be the focus of doing business. Last time I checked, red tape, untrained labor, and rising prices are hurting all small businesses, not just the minority-owned." OAKLAND SCHOOLS IN HOTSEAT OVER 'STUDENTS OF COLOR' PROGRAM WHILE TAKING MILLIONS IN FEDERAL FUNDING Theo Wold, a former assistant attorney general and White House deputy assistant for domestic policy during the Trump administration, warned that he believes such race-based distinctions are part of a broader Democratic Party agenda. "Race-based preferences — in college admissions or in government-run, taxpayer-backed small business lending — is anathema. But to be clear: race-based preferences have never been about remediating supposed systemic racism or the overrepresentation of certain racial groups in society," he said.  "It’s always been a tool to manipulate demographics and to undermine White men," Wold continued. "California’s policies show that, once empowered, the left not only disavows so-called 'colorblind' governance, but actively promotes advantaging certain races over others." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Fox News Digital contacted the California Office of the Small Business Advocate and Gov. Gavin Newsom's office for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad166b175342cf4db90d993 Knicks fan recreates OG Anunoby's signature Game 4 tip-in with skeletons in iconic Halloween setup te 2026-10-15T23:50:09.304Z Knicks fan recreates OG Anunoby's signature Game 4 tip-in with skeletons in iconic Halloween setup It may be a new NBA season incoming, but New York Knicks fans are still over the moon after the team broke its 53-year championship drought in epic fashion against the San Antonio Spurs this summer. One fan in New Jersey went as far as to make one iconic moment of the Knicks’ title run the theme of his Halloween decorations for this year. A house in Tenafly, New Jersey, is the talk of the town as the owners set up many skeletons in a recreation of OG Anunoby's famous Game 4 tip-in that gave the Knicks a crucial victory that pushed their series lead over the Spurs to 3-1. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE In Game 5 on the road in San Antonio, they got the job done. NBC New York captured the scene on the front lawn, which featured a 12-foot skeleton that was dressed with a Spurs Victor Wembanyama jersey, representing the 7-foot-3 star from France who was at the top of the key defending Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, who had taken the shot. It was just short, but Anunoby came flying in, and his fingertips beat the Spurs defenders around him for a miraculous basket that is etched in NBA history forever. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "Once Game 4 happened and OG had that tip-in, it was such a big moment already. But, as soon as the Knicks won the championship, I said, ‘This is going to be our decorations this year,’" the owner of the home told the outlet. "We had an extra 12-foot skeleton sitting around. It was perfect for Wemby and the moment was just so iconic. It was just a big New York sports moment." Other than the large Wembanyama skeleton, there are skeletons huddled around a basketball hoop with a basketball being tipped in by one with an Anunoby jersey on its back. Another skeleton has a Brunson jersey on, and it looks like he’s completing his jumpshot. And the cherry on top of the set-up is the "courtside viewers," as the owner decided to dress up skeletons like the celebrities who were courtside for the game, including Timothee Chalamet, Spike Lee and Taylor Swift. The decorations are awesome during the day, but they’re even better at night as purple and orange lights bring together the spooky Knicks theme perfectly. Finally, a sign sits on the porch of the house reading, "The tip-in that did the Spurs in," while a scoreboard has the 106-105 score, where San Antonio was leading at the time just before the ball went into the hoop off Anunoby. What a way to reign in the spooky season, and more importantly, to kick off a new Knicks campaign. The Knicks will have their championship ring ceremony on Tuesday, as they host LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad166ad75342cf4db90d95e When it came to Cal AI’s viral success, a small army of influencers paid off te 2026-10-15T23:50:05.676Z When it came to Cal AI’s viral success, a small army of influencers paid off The company generated over $30 million in revenue in two years and was acquired by MyFitness for an undisclosed amount of money in March. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1646075342cf4db90d59d Former Cleveland Browns WR David Bell seeks $300M after botched surgery allegedly nearly killed him te 2026-10-15T23:40:16.251Z Former Cleveland Browns WR David Bell seeks $300M after botched surgery allegedly nearly killed him Former Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell is suing well-known surgeon Dr. William Meyers, Jefferson Health, and 14 other parties for more than $300 million. Bell claims an unnecessary surgery nearly cost him his life and forced him to walk away from the NFL at just 24 years old. The trouble started after Bell hurt his hip during Week 2 of the 2024 season. According to the lawsuit filed in Philadelphia, doctors used misleading scan results to convince him he needed core muscle surgery, commonly known as a sports hernia repair, that he never actually required. The complaint claims this was part of a profit-driven pattern of pushing pro athletes into procedures they did not need. DOJ CHARGES 19 DEFENDANTS IN ALLEGED $4M PHILADELPHIA MEDICARE AND MEDICAID FRAUD Things went wrong on the operating table. The lawsuit alleges that Dr. Meyers cut Bell's femoral artery, the main artery supplying blood to the leg, causing massive internal bleeding. The clinic was not equipped to handle that kind of emergency, so Bell was rushed by ambulance to Thomas Jefferson Hospital. Doctors there performed urgent surgery to repair the artery and save his leg, but the ordeal left him with lasting physical damage. SUPREME COURT HANDS NFL A LOSS IN BRIAN FLORES DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT, CLEARING PATH TO TRIAL Before the injury, Bell was a reliable target in Cleveland's offense. The Browns drafted the former Big Ten Receiver of the Year out of Purdue in the third round back in 2022. Over three seasons, Bell appeared in 32 games, finishing his pro career with 41 catches for 408 yards and three touchdowns, highlighted by a 214-yard rookie season. Between the original injury and the surgical fallout, Bell could no longer play, leading Cleveland to place him on the reserve/retired list in 2025. The $300 million lawsuit seeks payment for lost future NFL contracts, pain, and damages meant to hold the medical group accountable. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Browns are not named in the suit, and the doctors have not yet filed a formal response in court. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1645e75342cf4db90d58b Broncos throwback Orange Crush uniforms meet Seahawks throwback royal blue in rare NFL color vs color game te 2026-10-15T23:40:14.875Z Broncos throwback Orange Crush uniforms meet Seahawks throwback royal blue in rare NFL color vs color game Thursday night’s matchup in Denver could be one of the NFL’s best uniform showdowns of the season. When the Broncos host the Seahawks in Week 6, both teams will wear colored jerseys, meaning neither will wear white, a rare sight in the league. Fans tuning in to an NFL game will typically see at least one team, often the visiting team, wearing white. Thursday’s contest in Denver will go against the grain and with a colorful twist. Denver will wear its Orange Crush throwbacks, marking the sixth time the Broncos have donned the uniforms since bringing them back in 2024. The retro look has quickly become a fan favorite, and Denver is 5-0 while wearing the throwbacks. JOSH ALLEN DELIVERS FULL-THROATED UNSOLICITED DEFENSE OF BUFFALO BILLS' HIDEOUS NEW UNIFORMS On the other side, Seattle will don a royal blue uniform and silver helmet, throwbacks that are a nod to the 1990s. The Seahawks wore the look in three regular-season games last season leading up to their run to the franchise's second Super Bowl title. The Seahawks' royal blue throwbacks are slated to make back-to-back appearances, with the defending champions set to wear them again in Week 7 against the Kansas City Chiefs. That matchup, however, will not produce another color-versus-color showdown, as Kansas City is scheduled to wear white. The league embraced color versus color jersey matchups during the 2015-18 Color Rush era, but Thursday’s Broncos-Seahawks game will be only the fourth such matchup since 2021 in which neither team will wear a Color Rush uniform. The last time two teams went head-to-head while wearing colored jerseys came in Week 15 of the 2025 season, when the Falcons wore black and the Buccaneers donned their Creamsicle uniforms. Denver enters Thursday with a 3-2 record after a 23-17 Week 5 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, who remain winless. The San Francisco 49ers outlasted the Seahawks 32-29 last Sunday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1645a75342cf4db90d575 Trump’s Deal With Russia Inflames War He Vowed to Swiftly End te 2026-10-15T23:40:10.961Z Trump’s Deal With Russia Inflames War He Vowed to Swiftly End The Ukrainian president’s defiant decision to continue attacking Russian refineries underscores President Trump’s inability to end a war he had promised to resolve. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1645775342cf4db90d53c And the winner of Startup Battlefield at Disrupt 2026 is: Intero Biosystems te 2026-10-15T23:40:07.845Z And the winner of Startup Battlefield at Disrupt 2026 is: Intero Biosystems Intero Biosystems beat out 199 other Startup Battlefield companies to take home the $100,000 grand prize at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1620375342cf4db90d3f2 Michael Douglas says a cult threatened to 'eliminate' him during a dinner party te 2026-10-15T23:30:11.169Z Michael Douglas says a cult threatened to 'eliminate' him during a dinner party Michael Douglas' basic instincts kicked in at the right time and right place. Douglas, 82, recalled thwarting a near-death experience with a cult while chatting on the "Joe Rogan Experience." Douglas explained that the cult tried to "create a cathartic moment, being all together, kind of an emotional moment." "They invited for dinner, and then they said, well, with a lady friend, they said ... 'We've been trying to reach you,'" he recalled.  "We got to dessert, and they said, 'We've been trying to reach you, and you just don't get it. You don't get it. So you're going to have to be eliminated,'" Douglas said. DANNY DEVITO EXPOSES WILD PARTY SCENE ON 1980S 'TAXI' SET: 'CRUDITÉ AND COCAINE' MICHAEL DOUGLAS' WILDEST HOLLYWOOD CONFESSIONS: FROM A-LIST ACTRESS BITE TO JULIA ROBERTS CLASH When Rogan asked what it was that Douglas "didn't get," he explained that "they wanted … to join, to give yourself up, to be part of it." "They were going to whack me," he said. "I remember there was a long silence, and I said, 'Well, you've done it, haven't you?' And they said, 'Yeah,' ... and a big, long pause." He added, "My girlfriend just started falling apart, peeing in her pants and all that." Douglas admitted they thought they "were going to get killed," but instead, he was allowed to simply walk away. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "Then I said, 'I'm going to leave now,' and they said, 'Ya, you better.'" He said there was a moment where if he made "any sudden movement," he could have easily been killed. "It's strange," he remembered. "I've never had many experiences, but there's numbness ... kind of this whole numbness just comes over you, or it did in my case. Just was frozen." When asked what cult it was, Douglas claimed that it was led by Mel Lyman, noting that he alerted the police after the ordeal. Douglas also talked to the podcaster about his time living in a commune in Santa Barbara during his "hippie days." "It was called Mountain Drive, a whole community," Douglas explained. "It was organic. People lived, you know, it wasn't formal." The Academy Award-winner wrote about secret affairs; heavy cocaine and alcohol use; a "rehab or divorce" ultimatum from his first wife, Diandra; and the painful family struggles that followed him from childhood into fatherhood in his new memoir, "One Helluva Ride." Douglas described his father, Hollywood icon Kirk Douglas, as a powerful, but volatile presence. MICHAEL DOUGLAS REVEALS HE MADE FIVE PHONE CALLS TO FIVE WOMEN THE DAY HE CHOSE CATHERINE ZETA-JONES "Kirk Douglas was my father, a flawed man with a ferocious temper and a burning ambition," he wrote. Douglas admitted that his father’s behavior left him and his brother Joel frightened. He recalled Kirk saying, "I yell and scream because I care," while Douglas writes that Joel endured more of the abuse. The "Wall Street" star also described the darkest years of his son Cameron’s addiction. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "When he was really strung out in New York, I decided I was going to kidnap him and force him into rehab," he wrote. Douglas said that Cameron was addicted to cocaine and heroin, dealt methamphetamine and carried a Glock for protection. During one incident, Cameron flashed the weapon at a drugstore and was nearly shot by police. At one point, Douglas says he arranged for two large men to help abduct Cameron and force him into rehab. "When we came back, I asked to hold the leash. Cam figured it out. He looked at me, like, ‘Dad, how could you?’ Like I had broken his heart. Again." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Cameron realized what was happening and resisted, so Douglas threw the plan out of the window. Cameron later served seven years in prison after a federal drug case. Douglas wrote that his son’s heroin relapse behind bars led a judge to add 4½ to his sentence, and Cameron also spent two years in solitary confinement. Fox News Digital's Christina Dugan Ramirez contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad161ff75342cf4db90d3e6 Clancy Trial’s Holdout Juror Says That the Defendant Was ‘Methodical’ te 2026-10-15T23:30:07.353Z Clancy Trial’s Holdout Juror Says That the Defendant Was ‘Methodical’ In an interview with Fox News, his first, Michael P. Desronvil said that Lindsay Clancy had thought through the killing of her three children. That, he said, was a major reason he wanted to see her convicted. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad15d5775342cf4db90d319 Marsh: Why I’m endorsing Manfredi for re-election te 2026-10-15T23:10:15.328Z Marsh: Why I’m endorsing Manfredi for re-election I’ll be brief. We need to keep Vince Manfredi on Council. Here’s my thinking. On Council, we each take on assignments, projects, duties that fit with our capabilities, experience, availability, education, etc.  For me, I’m the oldest on the team so I get to work with the seniors, with the Senior Advisory Committee, the Senior Center, the Senior Info Expo, and so forth. And, as a retired engineer, I get to work on technical issues, like our city’s water supply and county and state water committees and I keep an eye on water legislation. Vince Manfredi is very focused on transportation, especially roads, parkways, and highways. Over the past several years, he has traveled all over the state attending regional and state transportation meetings, and he has established a reputation as a key contributor on all the relevant committees. He has working relationships with all the key players. Vince played key roles in getting the 347 widening projects planned and funded. I can honestly say we wouldn’t be where we are today on the 347 without Vince’s hard work and creative thinking. Vince is already working on getting more and better transportation connectivity between Maricopa and the outside world. We need his experience, his knowledge, his relationships, his creativity, and his persistence to get the next rounds of projects going. We need to complete the Sonoran Desert Parkway. We need east and west loop roads north of the city limits off the 347. We need a direct connection from east Maricopa to I-10 and Sacaton and Florence, our county seat. We need a direct connection from west Maricopa north to the 202. We need Vince to continue his work on getting these results. We need Vince Manfredi on City Council. We need your vote. Councilmember Bob Marsh   Vincent Manfredi is the owner of InMaricopa.  The post Marsh: Why I’m endorsing Manfredi for re-election appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad15d4f75342cf4db90d302 3 children, 1 adult killed in Oregon elementary school shooting; suspected gunman dead, police say te 2026-10-15T23:10:07.201Z 3 children, 1 adult killed in Oregon elementary school shooting; suspected gunman dead, police say Three children and an adult were killed in a shooting at an Oregon elementary school Thursday, and the suspected gunman is also dead, possibly shot by a bystander, according to police. Federal law enforcement sources confirmed the four victims’ deaths to Fox News, while Bend police said they were investigating whether a bystander killed the shooter inside Silver Rail Elementary School. Officers were going room by room to evacuate Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend as authorities worked to determine who shot and killed the suspect.  "We don't have confirmation yet who shot the suspect. It may have been a bystander," Sheila Miller, Bend Police Department’s communications manager said during a news briefing. POLICE MAKE ARREST AFTER GUNFIRE DURING CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAME LEAVES 1 DEAD Bend Fire medics transported at least two people to St. Charles, but their conditions were not immediately known.  The school serves approximately 400 to 450 students and has more than 40 staff members, officials said. It was not immediately clear how many were on campus during the shooting. The department’s communications manager choked up as she described the impact on the community. "This is the kind of thing we never want to see happen in Bend. It's devastating," Miller said. REPORTED SHOOTING AT VIRGINIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 'CONTAINED,' SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS Dispatchers received the first call at approximately 12:59 p.m., reporting a shot fired into a car. An alert went out to officers at 1 p.m., and police arrived at approximately 1:02 p.m., the communications manager said. Seconds after officers arrived, word came over the radio that the suspect was down. Dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting an active shooter at the school during the response. TRANSGENDER EX-STUDENT IDENTIFIED AS ALLEGED SUSPECT IN DEADLY CANADA SCHOOL MASS SHOOTING Hundreds of law enforcement personnel from agencies across Central Oregon responded, according to police. The FBI’s Portland field office said agents were at the scene assisting local authorities with the investigation. "We will make every resource they need available," the office wrote on X. Families were directed to Journey Church at 61303 S. Highway 97 for reunification, while authorities urged the public to avoid the school area. Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook said the district was "stunned and heartbroken by this senseless tragedy." "We extend our deepest sympathy to the families and to everyone affected by this violence," Cook said in a statement shared by police. "No words can adequately express the grief our community is experiencing. Our immediate priorities are caring for our students and staff and assisting law enforcement and emergency responders." Bend police also expressed support for those affected. "We are thinking of the families and friends of Silver Rail Elementary and everyone in Bend and beyond who are affected by this terrible tragedy," the department said. Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek said she was closely monitoring the situation. "I am grateful to the first responders who are on the scene," Kotek wrote on X. "I will share as I learn more." Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., said he and his team were also closely monitoring reports of an active shooter at the school. "As details continue to come out, my heart is with the Bend community and all of the students and families affected," Merkley wrote on X. "No one should have to fear violence at school." Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., whose district includes Bend, called the shooting "every parent’s worst fear." "Our babies are supposed to do arts and crafts at school, not use their desks as cover from gunfire," Bynum said in a statement posted on X. "My heart and my prayers and everything else I got is with the families at Silver Rail Elementary. When will it end?" This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad15afb75342cf4db90d270 Autistic teen lured to fake Snapchat meetup, brutally beaten by group of teens: report te 2026-10-15T23:00:11.637Z Autistic teen lured to fake Snapchat meetup, brutally beaten by group of teens: report Three teenage boys have been charged after a 15-year-old boy with autism was beaten and robbed near a train station in Australia, with video capturing the violent attack as other teenagers watched. The assault happened Oct. 5 in Stawell, a town in the Australian state of Victoria, after the victim was reportedly lured to the area through a Snapchat meetup arranged with two girls, according to Australian news outlet news.com.au. Video of the attack shows several teenagers punching and kicking the boy, knocking him to the ground and repeatedly striking him as he attempts to get away. One attacker demands the victim hand over his shoes before the group allows him to leave. TEXAS TEENS ACCUSED OF USING DATING APPS TO LURE YOUNG MEN INTO VIOLENT ROBBERIES THAT LEFT ONE VICTIM SHOT Victoria Police announced Tuesday that detectives had charged three boys, ages 14, 15 and 15, following an investigation into the assault. Detectives from the Northern Grampians Crime Investigation Unit executed four search warrants in the region before arresting the teenagers, police said. All three face charges of affray, robbery, recklessly causing injury and theft. They are expected to appear in a children's court at a later date. TEEN BURGLARY RING LINKED TO NEARLY 80 BAY AREA BREAK-INS DISMANTLED AFTER MONTHS-LONG INVESTIGATION: PD Police said a fourth boy who was not present during the search warrants would be interviewed as part of the ongoing investigation. The victim, who also has epilepsy, suffered soft tissue injuries and possible head injuries, according to news.com.au. His mother told the outlet that doctors were conducting additional scans to determine whether he had bleeding in his brain. "I’m just lucky to have him alive. … He’s having nightmares," she said. TEEN PUNCHED AND KICKED INTO A COMA AFTER KNICKS-SPURS ALTERCATION NEAR MADISON SQUARE GARDEN: POLICE The boy has since returned home but is afraid to go outside, his mother told the outlet. Superintendent Dan Davison acknowledged the concern the attack had caused in the Stawell community and said police had been working to identify those responsible. "Since last Monday, local uniform police and detectives have been working tirelessly to identify those involved and hold them to account, and this important work will continue," Davison said in a news release. "There is never any excuse for violence in our community, and we will not accept it in any form." "Detectives are continuing to investigate the matter and while we are treating it as an isolated incident, additional patrols will take place across Stawell to ensure our community not only is safe but feels safe," he added. Police said additional patrols would be deployed throughout Stawell as detectives continued investigating the assault. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad15af975342cf4db90d267 Want to know how to win in October? The 2026 Milwaukee Brewers are providing the blueprint te 2026-10-15T23:00:09.024Z Want to know how to win in October? The 2026 Milwaukee Brewers are providing the blueprint It's arguably the most important question for organizations and fans across Major League Baseball; how do you win in the playoffs? There's a theoretical formula for getting to October, draft and develop well, build a complete roster that has depth at key positions, use analytics to piece together the best mix of skill sets and sign targeted free agents to fill in missing pieces. The more money you have, the easier it is to sign those free agents, of course, but as the Yankees, Mets, Giants, and Angels will tell you, playing in a big market and acquiring expensive talent doesn't always guarantee results. But once you're in the postseason, how can you ensure your team gets a spot in the World Series? The ultimate goal, the only outcome that matters, and the only determinant of the "best team in baseball?" A DODGERS-LESS WORLD SERIES WOULD HURT NOW, BUT HELP MLB LATER | BOBBY BURACK The 2026 Milwaukee Brewers are showing the rest of the sport exactly how it's done. For context, the Brewers enter Thursday afternoon as overwhelming favorites to advance to the World Series thanks to their 3-0 series lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers have the most expensive roster in the sport, though by active player payroll in 2026 they did trail the New York Mets, depending on which source you use. Milwaukee? They were just 19th this season. They traded away Freddy Peralta, their best pitcher, in 2025, a year after trading star closer Devin Williams to the Yankees, and trading Corbin Burnes to the Baltimore Orioles. Their big offseason acquisitions were backup catcher Gary Sanchez, Angel Zerpa, Jake Woodford, and a trade to bring in David Hamilton, Shane Drohan and Kyle Harrison from the Boston Red Sox for infielder Caleb Durbin and a few other players. During the season, their big moves were watching Tarik Skubal go to the Dodgers, getting Dustin May and JoJo Romero, and adding reliever Antonio Senzatela. If that sounds underwhelming, it's because it is. Yet in game one of the NLCS, the Brewers beat Skubal 2-1. In game two, they came roaring back from deficit after deficit, knocking out World Series hero Yoshinobu Yamamoto on their way to an easy 7-4 win. In game three, they fell behind late, only to score five straight runs and cruise to yet another 6-2 win. So how are they doing it? They've found the blueprint. Milwaukee, we've been told by very experienced baseball analysts, is winning because they don't strike out. Their approach is based on contact. Put the ball in play, the thinking goes, don't just try and hit home runs. These analysts have decades of experience at the highest level of baseball. Obviously, they'd have enormous insight and detailed statistical breakdowns backing up their opinions. Well, in game one of the NLCS, the Dodgers struck out eight times, meaning they put the ball in play on 23 of their 31 at bats. Milwaukee struck out 13 times, only putting the ball in play in 13 of their 26 at bats. So the Dodgers' home run approach resulted in...fewer strikeouts and more balls put in play. 10 more balls put in play, in fact, a massive number in just one game. But the Brewers won anyway, 2-1. Interesting. In game two of the NLCS, the Dodgers struck out nine times, while Milwaukee struck out 10. Funnily enough, the only home run was hit by William Contreras for the Brewers. They won 7-4. In game three, Milwaukee struck out a whopping 12 times in 35 at bats against Blake Snell and the Dodgers bullpen. Los Angeles? Their hitters had just eight strikeouts in 32 at bats. The Dodgers put the ball in play 24 times, Milwaukee did 23 times. Yet the Brewers won 6-2 anyway. How? Because they hit three home runs, while Los Angeles yet again put up a goose egg. So in three games, the Brewers have struck out 35 times, averaging nearly 12 per game. The Dodgers have struck out 25 times, or just over eight per game. That's so odd because all the baseball analysts have been saying that Milwaukee's superior approach, just putting the ball in play, getting the bat on the ball, is the reason they're winning. Yet they're making contact far less often than the Dodgers are, with their awful, new school, analytics-driven, home run-only offense. And Milwaukee has a 5-0 home run advantage in a series they're winning three games to none. Wonder what that means. We'll come back to that, but what about the contact itself? Maybe the Brewers have instructed their hitters to purposefully hit the ball poorly, while the Dodgers hitting staff keeps telling Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and Shohei Ohtani to hit the ball hard directly at Milwaukee defensive players. Obviously, weak contact is preferable to hitting the ball hard, because that's old school baseball or something. Here's what one user, "Dubs Only Sports" found in a post made on X. Headlined "luck doesn't exist in baseball," which is obviously true because every single outcome is the result of purposeful decision making while randomness is just a fake conspiracy theory, they found that, shockingly enough, there's been little difference in quality of contact between the two teams. But a tremendous difference in outcomes. The Dodgers have 29 hard hit balls in the series, defined as being hit at 95 mph or above. Those 29 hard-hit balls have resulted in 12 hits and no home runs. Milwaukee has just 21 hard hit balls in the series, which have resulted in 11 hits and five home runs. Well sure, you might say, but who cares about hard-hit balls when you can just hit the ball poorly and steer it in the right direction? Turns out, the Dodgers are trying that too! LA has 40 balls put in play this series that were "soft contact," or under 95 mph. On those 40 balls put in play, they've gotten just three hits, good for a .075 batting average. Milwaukee has put 42 balls in play with soft contact, resulting in 16 hits and a .381 batting average. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Wow! So the Dodgers are more frequently hitting the ball harder, and putting nearly as many weakly hit balls into play, a difference of less than one per game, than Milwaukee. They're striking out far less often than the Brewers. Yet their results have been much worse. Really makes you think, doesn't it? In actuality, of course, it will not make anyone think, because of the inescapable conclusion: nothing actually matters. Sarcasm aside, that's the real answer to the "secret formula" for winning in October: there is no secret formula. Just be a pretty good team and hope you get the benefit of timing with your offense and pitching staff. When it comes to postseason baseball, the gaps between teams are so small that the win probability for each team is only marginally different from a coin flip. Per FanGraphs baseball analyst Dan Szymborski, creator of the ZiPS projection system, the Dodgers had a 58% chance of winning the series before it started. That's what a $250 million payroll gap buys, a 58% chance instead of a 50% chance. Obviously, the outcome in this year's NLCS is the 42%. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Because the gaps are so small, as opposed to sports with poor competitive balance like the NFL, the outcomes rely much more heavily on luck and random chance that fans or very smart analysts will ever admit. Because humans have to have an explanation for everything, every result is ascribed to some kind of intent, process, or approach, as opposed to the inherent variability of baseball. Milwaukee's bullpen has allowed two runs in around 32 innings in the postseason. Filled with castoffs from other teams and cheap internal options having the best few weeks of their careers at the perfect time. That's not unexpected or unusual, it's an undeniable part of baseball. Their batting average on balls in play in this NLCS is .393, where league average is around .300. The Dodgers? Just .221. Milwaukee has a 31.3% strikeout rate, while the Dodgers' is just 23.4%. Milwaukee has outperformed their expected stats, based on quality of contact, by nearly 20 points. The Dodgers have underperformed by 67 points. The Brewers aren't winning because of soft contact, they're winning because they've hit home runs and benefitted from fortunate bounces on balls put in play. This isn't to say that the Brewers aren't a good team, because of course they are. They somehow managed to turn Jake Bauers from an unplayable castoff, to a top-10 hitter in baseball. Misiorowski is the likely NL Cy Young Award winner. Their prospects, like Brice Turang, Jackson Chourio and Garrett Mitchell have all panned out, a testament to their player development staff. Every single trade they've made in recent years has worked out in their favor, another feather in the cap for their scouting department. But the Brewers have inarguably gotten "lucky" this series, because the results have outperformed the quality of their contact and approach. The Dodgers got lucky to win in 2024 and 2025. Luck is not a byproduct in postseason baseball, it is quite literally required. Over a large enough sample size, most of the randomness and luck in baseball evens out. Meaning that if the Dodgers played the Brewers 162 times, LA's talent advantage would almost certainly matter, to the point where they would win 58% of the games. But in a best-of-seven? Or a best-of-five? The talent advantage is so small that a few bounces either way can lead to a wildly different outcome. Which is what we're seeing. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER This is why the guiding philosophy in baseball has become, "do what you can to win 85 games and hope for the best." Because that gives you a 42% chance of beating the most talented roster in a playoff series. It's rational, because it's correct. The Toronto Blue Jays rode Addison Barger and Ernie Clement to within two outs of a championship. They finished in last place this year. LA's success in 2024 and 2025 has given fans the inaccurate impression that World Series results are a foregone conclusion, when the exact opposite is true. The Dodgers have made the postseason 17 times since 2008. When they're eliminated by Milwaukee this week, they'll have won three championships in 17 tries. There is no sport less predictable than baseball. There is no way to "ruin" baseball, or to break it, or to build unbeatable superteams. Because the volatility of it will create series with outcomes like this, where the Dodgers hit the ball harder, make more contact, strike out less, and still get obliterated. Even if LA put together a roster with Skubal, Yamamoto, Paul Skenes, Misiorowski, Aaron Judge, Ohtani, Bobby Witt Jr., Freddie Freeman, Junior Caminero, and Pete Crow-Armstrong, that team would have a 58-60% chance of winning a best-of-seven postseason series against the 84-win Cleveland Guardians. It doesn't sound right, but it is objective fact. Looking for meaning in October is pointless. Looking for a blueprint of how to win the World Series is insanity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1589e75342cf4db90d1e8 TSA warns travelers about seasonal mistake that could trigger airport security delays te 2026-10-15T22:50:06.814Z TSA warns travelers about seasonal mistake that could trigger airport security delays Travelers planning to fly in costume this Halloween could face unexpected hurdles at airport security. While costumes themselves are generally allowed, certain accessories, masks, special makeup and metal pieces can create problems at TSA checkpoints, according to the agency's website. Travelers wearing elaborate face coverings or heavy costume makeup may be asked to remove it if their identity cannot be verified during screening. POPULAR PANTRY STAPLE COULD GET YOU STOPPED AT AIRPORT SECURITY UNDER LITTLE-KNOWN TSA RULE Keith Jeffries, vice president of K2 Security Screening Group and a former federal security director for TSA at Los Angeles International Airport, told Fox News Digital that facial recognition technology is becoming more common at airports. "If you're wearing … Halloween costume-style makeup, and it can't recognize you, that's going to create some challenges," he said. Costume props packed in luggage can also raise security concerns, particularly when they resemble weapons or other prohibited items. Replica explosives, including fake bombs and grenades, are not allowed in carry-on or checked luggage, according to TSA guidance. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Weapon-like props, such as fake knives, swords, guns and pitchforks, should also stay out of carry-on bags, experts say. Some may be permitted in checked luggage, depending on the item. Jeffries recalled seeing similar issues during his 20 years with the TSA, including travelers trying to bring replicas of "Lucille," the barbed-wire-covered baseball bat featured on "The Walking Dead," through security. "Of course, that just can't go through the checkpoint," he said, noting that it could be placed in checked luggage. Metal-heavy costumes could create another headache by triggering screening equipment and potentially leading to additional screening, Jeffries said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "That's going to cause all kinds of challenges and just slow the whole process down," he said. Travelers packing makeup must also follow standard TSA liquid restrictions.  Liquid makeup in carry-ons generally must be in containers of 3.4 ounces or less, while larger quantities should go into checked luggage, according to the TSA. For travelers bringing more elaborate costumes or accessories, Jeffries recommended packing these items rather than wearing them through security. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "My biggest recommendation [is] put all of that stuff in your checked luggage, even if you normally don't like to check a bag," he said. "Pack your costumes, go to where you're going and enjoy your fun," Jeffries said. Fox News Digital reached out to the TSA for further details and comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1565c75342cf4db90d1a3 ‘It’s just so much noise:’ Arizona residents voice concerns about living next door to a data center under construction te 2026-10-15T22:40:28.480Z ‘It’s just so much noise:’ Arizona residents voice concerns about living next door to a data center under construction MESA – “The noise and the pollution is happening now,” Ana Marshall said. “I lost count how many times I had to take my kid (to the doctor) for sinus infections this year.” Marshall, her husband and son live 150 feet from the Menlo Digital data center being built in Ahwatukee. Since April 2026, she has sent about 10 noise complaints to the City of Phoenix regarding construction of the center. Each one has been acknowledged but none has been resolved, she said. Dust from construction, noise pollution, excessive water use, health concerns, strains on the power grid, dropping property values and increasing temperatures are worries voiced by people in the Ahwatukee Community Alliance, a nonprofit organization that opposes the Menlo Digital data center. On Aug. 31, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes called for a statewide pause in the approval and construction of future data centers. She hosted a town hall meeting Wednesday, Oct. 14, to address the fears of Arizonans. Many attendees were concerned residents who live in Ahwatukee and members of the community alliance.  Several speakers shared their experiences with living so close to a data center being constructed – many saying it’s not what they planned for when they moved to Ahwatukee. “There’s been instances where we measure 110 decibels inside my son’s bedroom,” Marshall said. “I’m not talking in the afternoon. I’m talking early.” Ahwatukee, Ariz. resident Ana Marshall, left, speaks about her experiences with the construction of the Menlo Digital data center at a town hall with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Eagles Community Center in Mesa, Ariz. (Photo by Paul Pascual/Cronkite News) Compared to an everyday noise, 110 decibels is equivalent to being front row at a rock concert or standing arm’s length from an operating chainsaw.  Lisa Everett, an attendee at the town hall, mentioned that data centers are usually built in industrial areas and expressed concern that misinformation is spreading about them.  “A data center uses less water than a subdivision in the same area,” Everett said. “I understand the frustration. I understand it’s new, but I’m asking you: Is this just a fashionable thing to be against data centers? Are we really going to have honest conversations?”  Located at East Thistle Landing Drive near a residential neighborhood, the Menlo Digital project is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027, according to U.S. Data Centers. The project will include five buildings on 38 acres of land. It is expected to use 257 megawatts of power, according to U.S. Data Centers.  This isn’t the only data center already in the works. U.S. Data Centers, a project that tracks data centers across the US, says Phoenix is the second-largest data center hub in the United States and Arizona is home to 182 data centers. Sixteen of those data centers are under construction and 53 are in the planning stages.  According to U.S. Data Centers, the top users of data centers in Arizona are Arizona Public Service, with 11 sites, and Salt River Project with 10 sites. Other planned data centers include locations in Buckeye, Page, Tucson and more. The Buckeye Technology Park data center, owned by Tract, is set to take up 2,069 acres and be equipped to use 1,800 megawatts of power. The largest operational data center in Arizona is Compass Datacenters, located in Goodyear, and takes up 200 acres and 212 megawatts of power.    In June, Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a three-year suspension of data center tax credits, prohibiting the Arizona Commerce Authority from accepting applications for exemption from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029.  Mayes called for full disclosure by companies who make agreements with cities.  “Data center development and operations should be transparent without unnecessary secrecy. Again, I’m concerned by data center developers asking local officials to ever enter into non-disclosure agreements, which limit the ability of local governments and the public to discuss the project with their constituents,” Mayes said. “There should be no nuisance. No business has the right to use its facilities in ways that disturb the well-being of citizens, the functions of local governments or the state.” According to a 2026 study by Arizona State University, heat pollution from data centers can increase residential neighborhood temperatures by 4 degrees Fahrenheit. Mayes said the centers put stress on local water supplies and can produce 94 decibels of noise, which is comparable to a factory floor with machinery. Jane Trejo, 60, claps at a town hall with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Eagles Community Center in Mesa, Ariz. (Photo by Paul Pascual/Cronkite News) “It’s just so much noise,” said Annette Poleon, Marshall’s neighbor. “The other day, I realized I wasn’t hearing the noise. And what I think has happened is it’s become white noise to me now, which is worse because you don’t recognize the damage that’s occurring.” She said bright lights from construction disrupt her sleep, shining into her bedroom window early in the morning.  She said she feels “very anxious for someone who is about to retire in what she thought was her forever home.” Tanja Kotowski, an Ahwatukee resident who spoke at the town hall, said her biggest concern is her health.  “I told my doctor about the data center and how it’s going to be outfitted, the fact that it’s a hyperscale, 257-megawatt facility,” Kotowski said. “Do you know what he told me? He said, ‘You need to move. You need to move.’ My doctor said that.” While the town hall meeting was to address the entirety of data centers in Arizona, Mayes said she planned to visit Ahwatukee.  “In Arizona, it is a tradition that any large development project gives back to the community it inevitably impacts, whether this is through taxes, fees, assessments, or even water storage credits,” Mayes said. “We must ensure that communities that host data centers and that choose to host data centers, indeed, all Arizonans benefit from their development.” According to a Congressional Research Service report on data center energy consumption published in May, a data center is a physical facility that houses and runs large computer systems. It usually holds multiple computer servers, data storage and network equipment that provide information technology infrastructure services for companies to manage large amounts of data. The report said that annual energy use of data centers in 2023 was about 4.4% of US annual electricity consumption and was expected to double or triple by 2028. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1565275342cf4db90d16f Houthis emerge as global threat beyond Iran control amid Saudi strikes, former envoy warns te 2026-10-15T22:40:18.463Z Houthis emerge as global threat beyond Iran control amid Saudi strikes, former envoy warns The Houthis are increasingly operating independently of Tehran, posing a "clear and very present danger" on the international stage as the terror group rearms and sharpens its strike capabilities, a former U.S. envoy warned Thursday. The warning came amid deadly missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia in recent days and growing threats to global shipping routes and critical Middle East infrastructure in the run-up.  Turki al-Maliki, spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen, also confirmed Thursday that Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh had killed 17 and injured 333 others from Oct. 7 to 11. Speaking at a news conference in Riyadh, al-Maliki said the Oct. 10 attack involved 10 drones, missiles and other projectiles. "King Khalid International Airport has been subjected to 20 attacks since 1 October," he noted. Tim Lenderking, who served as U.S. special envoy for Yemen from 2021 to 2025 and was posted to Saudi Arabia from 2013 to 2016, said Saudi officials had warned more than a decade ago that the Houthis would become a major threat — a prediction he says has now materialized. SAUDI FOREIGN MINISTER WARNS HOUTHI THREAT GOES GLOBAL AS TRUMP HOLDS FIRE "The Saudis were very clear to our leaders that they viewed the Houthis as a major threat," Lenderking said of his time in the kingdom a decade ago, when the group was "quietly building up their capability, burnishing their narrative of why they sought to lead Yemen as a messianic group, as a group from northern Yemen, with an agenda, with a mission." The Houthis had emerged as a religious and political movement in Yemen in the 1990s, but their ties to Iran developed into a military partnership after 2014, when Tehran expanded its assistance and training during Yemen's civil war. "The Houthis don't really need the Iranians anymore," Lenderking, a former acting assistant secretary for Near Eastern affairs at the U.S. State Department, continued, adding that it was still "a very important relationship which had "enabled the Houthis to become the powerful force that they are." Lenderking, now a distinguished diplomatic fellow at the Middle East Institute (MEI), said over time the Houthis had developed their own "homegrown indigenous capability" as they capitalized on any disunity across the Gulf region. Saturday's missile and drone attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh raised concerns that President Donald Trump could be drawn into a broader regional conflict as Saudi Arabia seeks U.S. assistance. Asked whether the U.S. would defend Saudi Arabia against further attacks, Trump said: "You'll find out soon." NEW RISK FOR US CONSUMERS AS IRAN-BACKED ATTACKS THREATEN A SECOND MAJOR OIL CHOKEPOINT Speaking at an MEI briefing, Lenderking said the Houthis' sophisticated weapons and targeting capabilities have indeed transformed the group from a regional insurgency into an international security threat. "They have the capability to hit around the region, including up into the northern reaches of the Red Sea, so this is a regional problem, and given the fact that the Houthis control the west coast of Yemen," Lenderking said before adding: "It's an international problem now."  Lenderking cited the precision of the Riyadh airport attack as evidence of the Houthis' growing capabilities compared with earlier strikes during the Gaza conflict. "They can hit things better. Now they are hitting Terminal Four of Riyadh Airport, very specifically. It's a clear and very present danger," he said. The Houthis reportedly launched multiple drones followed by cruise and ballistic missiles that traveled more than 620 miles to Riyadh, prompting an investigation into possible Saudi air defense failures, according to The Associated Press, citing regional officials. Saudi forces intercepted two more ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh on Monday while on Tuesday, a Houthi strike caused damage to Aramco's headquarters in Dhahran, sparking a fire that spread across several floors, Reuters reported. Lenderking said the Houthis have built extensive weapons supply chains, smuggling networks and domestic financing operations that allow them to sustain attacks without relying solely on Tehran. HOUTHIS ENTER US 'KILL BOX' AFTER SEIZING RED SEA 'CORK,' FORMER PENTAGON OFFICIAL WARNS "They get a lot of supplies off the open market through the internet, through commercial exchanges, they have a very well entrenched smuggling network, from big boats onto small boats, onto tiny boats, on the pack animals, on people's backs." "They are able to move things undetected through government terrain, even through various borders and with a lot of wide open space there." "They are constantly moving, building, resupplying, restocking, innovating," he said. The group's self-sufficiency also extends to financing. Lenderking said the Houthis generate revenue through black-market oil sales, taxation and extortion while also forcing families to provide recruits, allowing the group to continue fighting even if Iranian assistance is cut off. "They have had support from Iran over the years, so they have money in the bank from that." "They relied on sales of black market oil in the past. They extort Yemeni transport companies, businesses. They tax people in areas that they control. They force many families to offer up a son to fight on the front lines." The Houthis' expanding arsenal has raised concerns about potential Chinese involvement in their weapons supply networks. OIL SQUEEZE TIGHTENS AS IRAN-BACKED ATTACKS CRIPPLE HORMUZ ESCAPE ROUTES Yemen's government has accused the rebels of seeking Chinese components for medium-range ballistic missiles, raising concerns about the group's access to advanced military technology. "There is a Chinese connection here that's very detrimental," Lenderking warned, adding that front companies have helped the group obtain weapons through commercial channels. Lenderking warned that the Houthis could also target Saudi energy facilities, pipelines and desalination plants — infrastructure critical to the kingdom's economy and water supply.  "The Houthis have hit pipelines," he said. "They have diesel plants and other energy infrastructure in their sights." Attacks on such facilities could disrupt global energy markets, maritime commerce and regional stability. The Houthis also control Yemen's western coastline along the Red Sea, a vital shipping corridor connecting Europe and Asia. With the rebels now capable of striking targets hundreds of miles away, Lenderking warned that the threat extends far beyond Yemen's borders. "One blast at Riyadh Airport is a huge statement," the expert said. "That's why I come back to the fact that this is an international conflict," he said, adding that "immediate action is required." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1565175342cf4db90d166 Billy Joel says he can't drive, unsure about touring future after brain disorder diagnosis te 2026-10-15T22:40:17.160Z Billy Joel says he can't drive, unsure about touring future after brain disorder diagnosis Billy Joel's touring future remains uncertain due to his ongoing health issues. Joel, 77, revealed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that he's also not allowed to drive a vehicle after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) in 2025. "What the neurologist told me, every time you do a show, it’s like you’re getting a concussion," Joel said. 'PIANO MAN' BILLY JOEL'S PRIZED MOTORCYCLE COLLECTION HITS THE AUCTION BLOCK When asked about his current status, Joel said that his "health is good," but still isn't sure when he'll be able to tour again. "I have this thing called hydrocephalus," he told the outlet. "It used to be called water on the brain, so it affects your balance, it affects your memory, it affects your vision, your hearing. But I’m OK." "They call it a brain disorder, but it’s not that serious. It’s just something that affects your balance mostly." LIONEL RICHIE HOSPITALIZED IN ST LOUIS AFTER SUMMER OF HEALTH SCARES AND CANCELED CONCERTS As far as going back on the road again, Joel admitted he can't perform quite like how he used to. "I have to take a series of tests before I know, but I can’t drive right now," he said. "I’m not allowed to drive. And I can’t do performances because what the neurologist told me, every time you do a show, it’s like you’re getting a concussion." He added, "So they have to test me further to see if I can go back and do performing again, which I would like to be able to do." The "Uptown Girl" singer underwent brain surgery after revealing his normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis in May 2025. NPH affects his vision, hearing and balance, according to a statement Joel released on social media at the time. He delved more into his recovery process during a recent appearance on his self-titled SiriusXM show, "The Billy Joel Channel," and said doctors told him that performing loud rock 'n' roll music caused damage to his brain nerves. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Joel remembered his medical team saying, "Well, we drill a hole through your skull, and we stick a shunt inside your brain." "I didn't want to do that, but then I read up on it and I realized it can help improve your balance and can help your memory," he noted. "You know, I don't want to lose my marbles. It's hard to tell what's age and what's a condition, so I agreed to do the shunt and I had a surgery. And they implanted a shunt in my brain, and it actually improved things." "My memory got better. My balance got a little better. My ability to function was better, and I realized, and the doctors told me this, because of my job, which is playing rock and roll music very loud, that it was giving me something like a concussion every time I did a show." Joel shared more about his diagnosis ahead of the sale of more than 70 lots from his personal collection of motorcycles heading to the auction block next month with Gooding Christie's. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "Well, I ended up having over a hundred motorcycles, and the truth is you can only ride one at a time. I’m into my 70s now, and I realized I can’t ride as much as I used to," he told the outlet. "I don’t want to die like a bug on a windshield. So I thought I’d put a lot of them on auction." "And also I have a condition called hydrocephalus, which makes driving a little bit iffy. So I realized it’s time for me to turn it over to somebody else." The collection includes a number of his most cherished motorcycles, in addition to Ducati, BMW, Moto Guzzi, Harley-Davidson, Yamaha, Triumph, Honda, Kawasaki, and more. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "One of the stars of the sale is a 1978 Triumph T140 Bonneville that was gifted to Billy Joel by Madison Square Garden to commemorate 150 sold out shows," Gooding Christie's founder David Gooding explained to Fox News Digital of the bike, which is expected to retrieve anywhere from $10,000 - $15,000. "He still holds the record for the most sold out show of anyone ever at Madison Square Garden. And this bike is painted with a keyboard on the tank. It's really, really a special, special item." Motorcycles from the auction – which is slated for Nov. 20-21 – will be on display at the Javits Center in New York. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564f75342cf4db90d15d Best outdoor adventures near Memorial Stadium for Ohio State vs. Indiana football fans te 2026-10-15T22:40:15.934Z Best outdoor adventures near Memorial Stadium for Ohio State vs. Indiana football fans Week 7 | No. 4 Ohio State at No. 5 Indiana | Saturday, Oct. 17 | Memorial Stadium, Bloomington, IN | 12 p.m. ET | FOX Indiana has won 22 games in a row, owns the national championship trophy, and is hosting Ohio State in Bloomington with both teams ranked in the top five. The last time these two met, the Hoosiers upset the Buckeyes 13-10 in the Big Ten title game, ending Ohio State's unbeaten season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS Now the 5-1 Buckeyes are coming back as 3.5-point favorites against an undefeated Indiana team that has plenty to prove all over again. I'm biased on this one. Sure, I went to the University of Tennessee. But Indiana is my home state, and I grew up spending my summers on Lake Monroe. But Southern Indiana in mid-October — with the hills lit up in red and gold — is hard to beat. Bloomington sits right in the middle of it. Brown County, in particular, is a little slice of heaven. Let's get into it. About 40 minutes from Memorial Stadium | $7 per vehicle with Indiana plates, $15 out of state | Easy to moderate Indiana's largest state park covers roughly 16,000 acres of rugged hills and ridges, and people call it the "Little Smokies" for a reason. Hike to a scenic overlook like Hesitation Point, climb the fire tower, or just drive the park roads and pull off at the viewpoints if you'd rather stay warm. The park gets busy on peak foliage weekends and the entrance can back up, so get there early. Nashville, Ind., is right outside the gate, which makes it easy to turn this into a full day. About 25 minutes from Memorial Stadium | $7 per vehicle with Indiana plates, $15 out of state | Easy to moderate Indiana's first state park is also home to one of the few waterfalls in a state not exactly known for them. The Wolf Cave Trail is a roughly 2-mile moderate loop through a wooded nature preserve to a small cave, rated 4.6 stars across more than 1,200 AllTrails reviews. If you're short on time, the waterfall is just a short, easy walk from Trail 3. It's the closest of the big state parks to Bloomington, which makes it a good fit for a shorter window. About 30 minutes from Memorial Stadium | Moderate The 110-foot Hickory Ridge Fire Tower has 133 steps and is open to climb, with views over the forest and Lake Monroe. 6 OF THE BEST FALL CAMPING DESTINATIONS IN AMERICA, PLUS GEAR BEGINNERS SHOULD PACK It's the last fire tower standing in Hoosier National Forest. The surrounding Charles C. Deam Wilderness, Indiana's only wilderness area, covers nearly 13,000 acres and about 36 miles of trails. About 6 miles from campus | Canoe or kayak rental from about $42 for four hours, plus a state entrance fee Indiana's largest lake is nearly 11,000 acres, and in October the fall color reflects right off the water. Lake Monroe Boat Rental at Paynetown State Recreation Area rents canoes and kayaks that seat one or two people for $41.73 for four hours or $53.50 for eight. A state entrance fee applies at Paynetown. Call ahead to confirm hours this late in the season, and keep in mind the water is cold, so dress for it. There are also hiking trails along the lake if you'd rather stay off the water. Under 2 miles from campus | $12 per hour The closest option to the stadium, and a nice one for a lower-key day. The city's boathouse rents canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards on a 109-acre lake, with hiking trails through the surrounding preserve. There's a two-hour limit on weekend rentals, and you'll need a photo ID. In October the boathouse is open Saturdays and Sundays only, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., so it won't work for a pregame paddle with a noon kickoff. Plan on it after the game or on Sunday. Or, again, just go for a hike. About 40 minutes from Memorial Stadium | Strolling is free, ATV tour is $70 per person (21+) If you've got an extra day, or even an extra afternoon, spend it in Nashville. The small downtown in the heart of Brown County is made for wandering, with art galleries, craft shops and homemade fudge packed into a few walkable blocks. There's a couple of wineries, too, if you're into that sort of thing. I'm into that sort of thing. For something a little more adventurous (and super fun), Hard Truth Distilling Co. sits on 325 wooded acres just outside town and runs its Get Lost ATV Tour. Staff drive you through the property in an off-road vehicle with stops for tastings along the way. The tour runs 45 to 60 minutes, costs $70 per person, and you have to be at least 21. It is weather dependent, though, so rain can cancel it. So there you have it. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Even if the football game doesn't go your way, you'll still get to see a corner of Indiana that doesn't get nearly enough credit. Because as that animated crow in a commercial from my childhood always said, "There’s more than corn in Indiana!" Every week this season, OutKick OutDoors is finding the best ways to touch grass before you touch down at the tailgate. Got a favorite spot near your campus we should know about? Hit us up on Instagram and TikTok. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564e75342cf4db90d154 Giants' JJ McCarthy could have bigger role in offense, John Harbaugh indicates te 2026-10-15T22:40:14.649Z Giants' JJ McCarthy could have bigger role in offense, John Harbaugh indicates J.J. McCarthy might not be making a giant impact in New York just yet, but that could change soon. McCarthy played five snaps in the New York Giants' 27-27 tie with the Washington Commanders on Sunday, and head coach John Harbaugh indicated more snaps could be coming for the 23-year-old. "The benefits of it? It’s a change of pace," Harbaugh said Wednesday at a press conference. "What you saw is probably not all we have for him right now. Whether or not he’s out there or not will be determined based on whatever happens. But we’ll see if it’s something that can help us." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The head coach said the team is always looking for opportunities to improve and wants to explore all avenues. "One thing about it, to me, it’s like, what’s the benefit of not doing everything you can to use all the guys you have? We’re always going to be searching for opportunities to use our players, give them an opportunity to help us win games. I think we’d be negligent if we didn’t try to do that," Harbaugh said. One of McCarthy’s plays was a screen pass to Malik Nabers that was called back because of a penalty. Three of his plays involved using the threat of his running ability to spark the struggling running game. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The running game was strong in the Giants' Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys with Jaxson Dart in the lineup, but it has faltered since he suffered an injury. It seems the Giants will continue to use McCarthy to spark their running game. Winston has taken over as the starting quarterback since Dart was sidelined by injury and is 2-0-1. In four games (three starts) in relief of Dart, Winston has completed 57.6% of his passes for 805 yards with six touchdowns and three interceptions. However, Winston has looked increasingly comfortable in the Giants’ offense each week. When the Giants play one of Winston’s former teams, the New Orleans Saints, on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET, McCarthy will likely spell Winston for some snaps. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564d75342cf4db90d14b CBS News faces $20M defamation lawsuit after misidentifying Maryland teenager in Reflecting Pool report te 2026-10-15T22:40:13.155Z CBS News faces $20M defamation lawsuit after misidentifying Maryland teenager in Reflecting Pool report CBS News is facing a defamation lawsuit as a Maryland teenager seeks $20 million in damages, claiming he was falsely identified as a person arrested for vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool’s lining. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia, identified the 15-year-old plaintiff simply as "JV." "He was not arrested for vandalizing it. He was not accused by law enforcement of vandalizing it. Yet CBS News broadcast and published a story to a national audience that placed JV's image alongside the assertion that five people had been arrested for vandalizing and ‘sabotaging’ the Reflecting Pool, thereby falsely portraying JV as one of the perpetrators of a highly publicized federal crime," the lawsuit stated. NORTH CAROLINA STUDENT WINS $95K AFTER SCHOOL ACCUSED HER OF VANDALIZING SPIRIT ROCK WITH CHARLIE KIRK TRIBUTE "The accusation was particularly damaging because at all times material to the allegations, the Reflecting Pool renovation and subsequent alleged vandalism of the Reflecting Pool is or has been the subject of intense national attention and political controversy," the complaint continued.  "President Donald Trump frequently discusses the Reflecting Pool renovation and publicly condemned those accused of vandalism in extraordinarily harsh terms, stating that they should be ‘prosecuted to the max,’" it added.  The lawsuit states that CBS "inserted" JV into the controversy and "exposed him to extreme embarrassment, humiliation, and the public condemnation" directed at the actual vandals. The lawsuit claims JV’s presence near the Reflecting Pool "was entirely unrelated to the vandalism" and he was simply briefly detained for riding an e-bike in the area. NEW YORK TIMES LOSES DEFAMATION SUIT, ORDERED TO PAY $9.25M TO FORMER ALABAMA BASKETBALL PLAYER JV was released without charges and "his detention had nothing whatsoever to do with vandalism or sabotage of the Reflecting Pool." "CBS nevertheless used video footage of JV's detention in its report about the Reflecting Pool vandalism. As CBS anchor Jericka Duncan told viewers that ‘five people have been arrested,' the video depicted JV in handcuffs," the lawsuit stated. "In the version CBS distributed online and through social media, CBS showed JV turning toward the camera with his face fully visible as Duncan made the statement concerning the arrests and then identified one of the alleged perpetrators, David Hearn," it continued.  "The visual and verbal presentation published by Defendants unmistakably conveyed the false message that JV was among the persons arrested for vandalizing the Reflecting Pool and further confused JV with Hearn, an adult who was subsequently indicted on a felony charge arising from the vandalism," the complaint added. JV’s legal team claimed CBS was aware that the 15-year-old was detained for the e-bike, and not vandalism, because the original video obtained by the network clearly distinguished between the two issues. "The facts alleged herein demonstrate that CBS either knew its portrayal of JV was false or acted with reckless disregard for whether it was true," the lawsuit alleged. "CBS compounded the harm through the manner and breadth of its publication," it continued. "Although the national television broadcast did not show JV's face, CBS's online and social-media version did. It showed his face immediately after depicting his distinctive sweatshirt and while reporting that arrests had been made. JV was readily recognized by friends and acquaintances." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The lawsuit pointed out that video of the report accumulated at least 1.8 million views on social media alone. JV’s legal team said he has faced "profound" consequences, including embarrassment, humiliation, anxiety, loss of sleep, emotional distress, friends distancing themselves and a continued "fear that CBS's false accusation will follow him through high school and affect his college admissions, athletic opportunities, employment, and future career." The lawsuit noted that CBS issued an on-air correction but said the "belated acknowledgment … cannot undo the publication or erase its consequences." CBS News declined comment on pending litigation. A judge permanently dismissed the Reflecting Pool vandalism case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the costly $14 million renovation project in June. Fox News Digital’s Bonny Chu contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564a75342cf4db90d138 How U.S. Support to Ukraine Has Evolved Under Trump te 2026-10-15T22:40:10.215Z How U.S. Support to Ukraine Has Evolved Under Trump President Trump’s latest push to end the war in Ukraine has raised questions about the future of U.S. support. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564875342cf4db90d12f Cornell’s Powerful Board Meets as It Fights to Protect Its Reputation te 2026-10-15T22:40:08.625Z Cornell’s Powerful Board Meets as It Fights to Protect Its Reputation The president argued this week that replacing him would be a mistake. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564775342cf4db90d114 Ashley Hinson's Race vs. Josh Turek Tightens as Trump Plans Iowa Rallies te 2026-10-15T22:40:07.177Z Ashley Hinson's Race vs. Josh Turek Tightens as Trump Plans Iowa Rallies Republican Ashley Hinson is gaining on Democrat Josh Turek in the race for Iowa's U.S. Senate seat, a new poll shows. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1564575342cf4db90d10b Kimberly Guilfoyle's Bad Week Just Got Worse te 2026-10-15T22:40:05.143Z Kimberly Guilfoyle's Bad Week Just Got Worse Trump donor Eric Deters has sued Kimberly Guilfoyle for defamation, days after she was forced to resign as ambassador. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1540675342cf4db90d09e Mohave County welcomes President Trump for first time in six years te 2026-10-15T22:30:30.933Z Mohave County welcomes President Trump for first time in six years For the first time in six years, President Donald Trump touched down in Mohave County for a midterm election rally. As Trump walked up to the podium hundreds of Mohave County residents cheered, waved flags and held signs with phrases… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1540575342cf4db90d092 Our View: Trump can build a lasting legacy along Route 66 te 2026-10-15T22:30:29.334Z Our View: Trump can build a lasting legacy along Route 66 Route 66 turns 100 this year, just as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday. President Donald Trump has a rare opportunity to mark both anniversaries with something that could outlast his presidency. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1540375342cf4db90d089 Today's poll: Should President Trump establish a Route 66 National Monument made up of historic sites along the Mother Road? te 2026-10-15T22:30:27.788Z Today's poll: Should President Trump establish a Route 66 National Monument made up of historic sites along the Mother Road? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1540275342cf4db90d080 In weird twist, Big 12 champ last 2 seasons was loser of No. 10 Texas Tech-Arizona State game te 2026-10-15T22:30:26.142Z In weird twist, Big 12 champ last 2 seasons was loser of No. 10 Texas Tech-Arizona State game LUBBOCK, Texas — The only two Big 12 meetings between No. 10 Texas Tech and Arizona State have proven, with a strange twist, to be an accurate predictor of who would eventually be the conference champion. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1540075342cf4db90d076 Operation Christmas Child to collect shoebox gifts Nov. 16-23 te 2026-10-15T22:30:24.419Z Operation Christmas Child to collect shoebox gifts Nov. 16-23 Volunteers across Arizona will collect shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies and personal care items next month as part of an international effort to provide Christmas gifts to children in need. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad153fe75342cf4db90d06d Hobbs defends wastewater recycling, faces questions over funding claim te 2026-10-15T22:30:22.875Z Hobbs defends wastewater recycling, faces questions over funding claim SCOTTSDALE -- Gov. Katie Hobbs is lashing out at those who are trying to undermine plans for what some call a "toilet to tap'' system of converting waste into drinking water. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad153f475342cf4db90d04e Update: City states NO Confirmed Cases of E.coli in Maricopa te 2026-10-15T22:30:12.843Z Update: City states NO Confirmed Cases of E.coli in Maricopa The post Update: City states NO Confirmed Cases of E.coli in Maricopa appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad153f075342cf4db90d021 Ex-OpenAI engineer charged with planting recording device had one-way flight booked to Saudi Arabia, DOJ says te 2026-10-15T22:30:08.656Z Ex-OpenAI engineer charged with planting recording device had one-way flight booked to Saudi Arabia, DOJ says The former OpenAI engineer charged with planting a recording device inside a conference room at the AI giant's San Francisco office had a one-way flight booked to Saudi Arabia days before he was taken into federal custody, the Justice Department said. Abdulrahman Alfozan, a 35-year-old Saudi national, had a flight booked for Oct. 12 — days after his arrest — for himself, his wife, and another relative, according to court documents. Federal prosecutors cited his travel plans when asking a federal judge to seal the criminal complaint and arrest warrant against him, arguing that public knowledge of the case would prompt him to possibly flee the country. 8 EVERYDAY THINGS THAT WOULD QUIT WORKING WITHOUT DATA CENTERS "Disclosure of the specified documents might jeopardize the defendant's arrest," court documents state. In an Arabic podcast last month, Alfozan recalled meeting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his 2016 visit to Silicon Valley. Alfozan said he had been contemplating whether to return to his native country. In response, the prince advised young Saudis living and working in Silicon Valley to refine their skills at premier tech companies before bringing their expertise home, the New York Post reported. "You learn from the source and then, God willing, bring that experience and knowledge back to the homeland," Alfozan reportedly said on the podcast. Alfozan was arrested Oct. 9 and charged with using or attempting to use a device to intercept oral communications, according to the Department of Justice. OpenAI discovered the encrypted device Sept. 30, plugged into a USB port on the back of a television in a conference room used for "highly confidential" discussions involving proprietary research, product plans and business opportunities, federal prosecutors said. The device, concealed in toilet paper, had allegedly been installed two days earlier. OpenAI traced the device to Alfozan, and security footage showed him near the conference room multiple times, authorities said. In addition, a chatbot associated with his wife was allegedly used to field prompts about ways to install and hide audio recording devices. Fox News Digital has reached out to Alfozan's attorney for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad153ed75342cf4db90d00f Katie Zacharia Admits Failing Bar, but Defends Calling Herself a Lawyer te 2026-10-15T22:30:05.508Z Katie Zacharia Admits Failing Bar, but Defends Calling Herself a Lawyer In an interview with a right-wing influencer, the new White House press secretary also described the harried process that led to her hiring. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14f5675342cf4db90cf5d ‘He’s a leader of men’: NHL connections laud hiring of new ASU hockey coach Dave Hakstol te 2026-10-15T22:10:30.049Z ‘He’s a leader of men’: NHL connections laud hiring of new ASU hockey coach Dave Hakstol PHOENIX – Jordan Schmaltz has a picture in his head of the man who will walk into the Arizona State men’s hockey team’s locker room this weekend. It’s Dave Hakstol in a $3,000 suit, organized down to the minute – the same coach who recruited Schmaltz to North Dakota as a teenager and has since become a family friend.  Schmaltz reached for a comparison that doesn’t usually get attached to college hockey coaches.  He went with Nick Saban. “He’s a leader of men. He’s a pro’s pro,” Schmaltz said. “He’s a guy that’s going to come in and just lead from the front.” ASU named Hakstol its new coach Thursday morning, pulling the 58-year-old off Jared Bednar’s staff with the Colorado Avalanche and back to the college game for the first time in more than a decade.  Hours apart, the Sun Devils’ past and future arrived in the same news cycle. Greg Powers, who spent nearly two decades building ASU from a club team into a Division I program, announced he had mutually agreed to part ways with the school. The decision came nearly two months after defenseman Matthew Mayich collapsed during an outdoor conditioning workout at ASU on Aug. 20. “Firstly and most importantly, I continue to hope for strength and healing for Matthew and his family,” Powers said in a statement. “Today, I have mutually agreed to leave my position as head coach of Sun Devil hockey.” In the wake of Mayich’s collapse which has left him on life support, ASU placed Powers on paid administrative leave on Sept. 28, pending an independent investigation. The school later placed assistant coach Alex Hicks on leave and assistant coach Mike Corbett ran the bench for the season’s first four games until the school also placed him on leave. The Mayich family made clear Thursday that Powers’ exit does not settle anything for them. “It seems more like a negotiated agreement than accountability, and so we believe Justice Bales’ investigation must continue with its full scope, covering everyone involved in that morning’s workout and in approving it, and its findings must be made public,” the family said in a statement. “Coach Powers’ departure should not limit his cooperation or anyone else’s, and the players who have spoken up must be protected.” The family also wished Hakstol, his staff and the players a safe and successful season. In 11 seasons at North Dakota, from 2004 to 2015, Hakstol went 289-143-43, made the NCAA Tournament every year and reached seven Frozen Fours, the most of any program during that stretch.  His rosters produced NHL stars such as Jonathan Toews, T.J. Oshie and 42 NHL draft picks overall.  “We welcome Dave Hakstol and his family to Arizona State University,” ASU athletic director Graham Rossini said in a statement. “His success building championship-caliber programs, developing players for the highest level of the sport, and leading organizations in the NHL speaks to his knowledge of the game and his ability to develop talent. We appreciate Dave’s belief in ASU and look forward to supporting him as we continue to build Sun Devil hockey into one of the nation’s premier programs.” In 2015, the Philadelphia Flyers made Hakstol the first coach in more than 30 years to go straight from an NCAA head coaching job to an NHL bench. In 2021, Seattle made him the first coach in Seattle Kraken history, and two years later he was a finalist for the Jack Adams Award, which goes to the NHL’s  coach of the year. Taking the ASU job had people in his past wondering about the move. “I was surprised,” said Dave Tippett, the former Coyotes coach who played a major role in getting Hakstol hired in Seattle and now consults for the Kraken. “He’s had a very good job and was doing a very good job with Colorado, but I think there’s a part of Dave that he’s a great leader and he aspires to be a head coach.  Tippett has known Hakstol since his North Dakota days. “Ultimately, he wanted to be a head coach again,” said Tippett, who played for North Dakota from 1981-83. “This was a good opportunity for him.” Hakstol coached Schmaltz for three seasons at North Dakota before leaving for Philadelphia, and the two have stayed close since. “He’s a head coach at heart,” Schmaltz said. “He’s a guy that’s coached in the National Hockey League. He’s been a Jack Adams finalist. He didn’t get a fair shake there in Seattle when they let him go. Now, you’re a one-stop shop. You’re basically the owner. You’re the coach. All these guys you bring in are your recruits.” Tippett said that is where Hakstol is at his best. “Some of Dave’s greatest assets are managing people, and I think that’s a role that he thrives in,” Tippett said. “So he’ll get more of a chance to do that at ASU.” The move brings Hakstol closer to family, too. His son, Brenden, is a freshman at ASU. “This is a special opportunity, and I couldn’t be more excited to return to college hockey and bring a winning culture to Arizona State Sun Devil hockey,” Hakstol said in ASU’s announcement. In 11 seasons as North Dakota’s coach, from 2004 to 2015, Dave Hakstol went 289-143-43, made the NCAA Tournament every season and reached seven Frozen Fours, the most of any program during that stretch. (Photo courtesy of North Dakota Athletics) Building that culture starts with a roster Hakstol had no hand in assembling. The college hockey he left in 2015 looked nothing like today’s version, where the transfer portal can remake a roster in one offseason and NIL presents more challenges.  For now, Tippett said, the short-term challenge is simple: The players Hakstol has are the players he will have all season. The long-term job is making ASU a place players want to be. “You have to have a place where players feel like they can thrive, and Dave is an excellent coach and a very good person,” Tippett said. Schmaltz expects the players to feel the difference right away. “These are none of his recruits, right?” Schmaltz said. “He’s going to give you a different look, and he’s going to be stern, but he also understands players. … They’re going to play fast, they’re going to play heavy. There’s going to be an expectation that these kids maybe are used to, so the demand is going to be there and they’re going to see that right away.” Hakstol has done this before, on a bigger stage and with less with which to work. When Seattle hired him in 2021, the Kraken did not have a single player. Rick Olczyk, a Kraken assistant general manager, watched Hakstol take a roster assembled from 31 other organizations and turn it into a team. “He had to cultivate a culture right from the get-go,” Olczyk said. “We have players from all different teams that never played together. … He had to cultivate that, and then eventually led to the first and only time this franchise has ever been in the playoffs.” In 2023, the Kraken beat the defending Stanley Cup champion Avalanche in seven games in the first round. Olczyk credited Hakstol’s ability to communicate, especially with young players. “His experience building a competitive expansion franchise, coupled with the sustained success in college hockey, makes him well positioned to establish a strong foundation at ASU, develop players and build a program capable of competing for championships,” Olczyk said. Hakstol will not do it alone. He is bringing Matt Greene, a two-time Stanley Cup champion who captained North Dakota under Hakstol, to the staff as an assistant coach. Jimmy Mullin, an assistant coach for ASU, will be the only member of Powers’ staff who is retained.  The calendar works in Hakstol’s favor. Tippett said an NHL coach who takes over midseason has almost no time to practice.  “There’ll be some challenges with it,” Tippett said. “I think it will be easier in a college game because you’re just playing on the weekends. You have a lot more time to practice.” The program Powers built now has a coach who has won at every level. It plays in the nation’s most successful conference. It has a state-of-the-art arena and a selling point no school in Grand Forks or Duluth can match. Schmaltz, who grew up in Wisconsin and played his college hockey in North Dakota, doesn’t see a ceiling. “Why can’t ASU be a top-five team?” Schmaltz asked. “Look what you guys have. It’s 70 degrees today.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14f4b75342cf4db90cf3d AZ Supreme Court takes up scope of Clean Elections’ power in Green Party fraud case te 2026-10-15T22:10:19.026Z AZ Supreme Court takes up scope of Clean Elections’ power in Green Party fraud case (Photo by Jim Small/Arizona Mirror) The state’s highest court is set to determine whether the Clean Elections Commission has the power to investigate whether two Green Party candidates fraudulently obtained millions in public campaign funds and then claw back the money if it concludes they did.  Risa Lombardo and Duwayne Collier, the Green Party nominees for governor and secretary of state, asked the court to preemptively block the Citizens Clean Elections Commission from ordering them to repay a total $3.7 million. The two argued that, even if they did commit fraud, the commission lacks the authority to make them return the funds, and that the proper place to address potential fraud is the criminal court system. A trial court judge dismissed the suit, saying it was brought too early, while the Clean Elections Commission was still in the midst of its investigation into the candidates. The Arizona Court of Appeals agreed.  But on Oct. 15, the Arizona Supreme Court agreed to consider whether the commission has the legal authority to determine that the secretary of state incorrectly certified the candidates to receive public funds, and if so, whether the commission has the authority to order repayment of those funds.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE Lombardo, Collier and and Republican Scott Neely, who lost his primary for governor to Andy Biggs, are all under civil investigation by the Clean Elections Commission and criminal investigation by the Arizona Attorney General’s Office for accusations that they falsified documentation for enough $5 contributions from voters to qualify for a collective $4.7 million in public campaign funds. In August, the Arizona Mirror exclusively reported that six people who were listed in campaign finance records as having made $5 contributions to all three candidates were adamant they didn’t give any money to the candidates. On the same day, Tom Collins, the executive director of the Clean Elections Commission, sent letters to the three candidates, informing them of the Clean Elections investigation into their campaign finances and warning them that they could be required to repay all or some of the money. ‘With 1,000% certainty’: Voters say candidates faked their donations to get public campaign cash In the lawsuit, Tim La Sota, an attorney for Lombardo and Collier, argued that the Clean Elections Commission was attempting to overstep its legal authority by “decertifying” the candidates from receiving Clean Elections funding for their campaigns. Only the secretary of state, with the help of the county recorders, can certify that the candidates collected enough $5 contributions to receive public funding, he wrote. La Sota accused Collins of using the letters he sent to the candidates to bully them into ending their campaigns. The Republican elections lawyer said Collins targeted his clients because of a political grudge, noting that Collins called them “sham” candidates in the letters.  But that wasn’t his opinion — rather, he was quoting the Arizona Green Party, which initially described Lombardo and Collier as “sham” candidates. That’s because they had no connection to their registered party and numerous ties to the Republican Party.  Collins invoked the Green Party’s label to demonstrate that the candidates didn’t have the backing of their political party to organize volunteer efforts to help the candidates qualify for public financing, something that regularly happens for Clean Elections candidates. State law bans candidates from paying people to gather those contributions,  In his response to La Sota’s arguments to the Arizona Supreme Court, Collins explained how difficult it is for candidates to collect enough $5 contributions to qualify for public funding, which contributed to his suspicions about the three candidates under investigation.  To qualify, gubernatorial candidates must collect 4,000 qualifying contributions and secretary of state candidates must collect  2,500. The last time a candidate for governor qualified was 2014, when two experienced Republican candidates — Ken Bennett, who was secretary of state at the time, and Andrew Thomas, a former Maricopa County Attorney — both qualified.  Lombardo and Collier, meanwhile, both qualified without the support of their party and without the use of E-Qual, the state’s online portal that allows voters to make the Clean Elections qualifying contributions and sign nominating petitions for candidates. The Green Party candidates and Neely reported that they collected all of their contributions in cash between October 2024 and March 2025, but they never deposited any cash into their accounts until May, immediately before they applied for public campaign funding. The candidates, the ballot measures, and the tools you need to cast your vote. Arizona Votes: 2026 “The Director identified substantial irregularities in the Petitioners’ campaigns that warrant investigation — including suspicious patterns of qualifying contributions, unexplained lump-sum deposits, and inadequate sub-vendor reporting,” Craig Morgan, Collins’ attorney, wrote to the Arizona Supreme Court.  The Mirror and the Clean Elections Commission found that Lombardo, Collier and Neely listed contributions from nearly 4,000 of the same voters, including more than 2,600 who were listed as giving to all three. The duplicated contributions across multiple candidates account for nearly 75% of the voters listed as giving qualifying contributions to the trio. Even as La Sota told the courts that the Clean Elections investigation into the candidates was moving too slowly ahead of the upcoming election, he refused to comply with subpoenas from the Clean Elections Commission, further drawing out the investigation. La Sota described the subpoenas as “overly burdensome and harassing” and said that his clients would not comply — and that, if they did comply, they wouldn’t be able to supply any additional campaign finance documents to the commission until after the Nov. 3 election.  Both Collins and the Clean Elections Commission asked the high court to find that it has no authority to interfere with the commission’s investigation. “Petitioners’ theory rests on the fact that the Secretary certifies candidates, and from that premise, Petitioners extrapolate that the Commission cannot investigate misconduct related to certification,” Morgan wrote. “That oversimplified logical leap has no foundation in the (Clean Elections) Act.”  The secretary of state doesn’t have power to enforce the Clean Elections Act, he wrote, but only to certify or reject candidates who apply for public funding. Instead, the power to enforce any part of the voter-approved Clean Elections Act lies with the Clean Elections Commission, Collins and the commission told the court.  “If the Court were to accept Petitioners’ argument, then candidates who are certified through fraud or misconduct would face no repercussions and could unlawfully procure millions of dollars in public funds,” Morgan wrote. “To read the Act that way nullifies the Commission’s authority and allows theft of public money without recourse.” YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14f4875342cf4db90cf1d Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer defends players-only meeting despite Mike Tomlin's criticism te 2026-10-15T22:10:16.746Z Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer defends players-only meeting despite Mike Tomlin's criticism The Dallas Cowboys’ uneven start continued in Week 5, when they fell to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and dropped to 2-3 through five games. Much of the scrutiny has centered on Dallas’ defense, which has struggled to find consistency during the team’s early-season stretch. Against that backdrop, the Cowboys held a players-only meeting. While former Pittsburgh Steelers coach and current NBC Sports NFL analyst Mike Tomlin questioned what players-only meetings could signal for an NFL team, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer does not view the situation as cause for alarm. Instead, he sees a players-only meeting as a sign that "everyone’s rowing in the same direction." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Schottenheimer continued, explaining why he sees value in players-only meetings: "I love it. I've said from the very beginning, the best teams I've ever been around are led by the locker room. And my information that I received from some of those guys that called that meeting, it was very productive. It was very open and honest." After last Thursday's loss to the Bucs, Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown confirmed reports that the defensive players held a meeting to assess whether they were meeting the team’s standards. The players went "by bullet point, bullet point," Overshown said, working through the areas where they needed to improve. During the latest episode of Jason and Travis Kelce’s "New Heights" podcast, Tomlin offered a blunt assessment when asked about NFL players holding meetings without coaches or other staff members. "I think you’re dead," he said. MIKE TOMLIN OFFERS BLUNT TAKE ON NFL PLAYERS-ONLY MEETINGS: ‘I THINK YOU’RE DEAD’ Tomlin later clarified that his concern was less about whether a players-only meeting had occurred than about the fact that it became a subject of public discussions. "If it did occur, I’d like to not hear about it," Tomlin said. "The fact that you hear about it is what makes it BS." Matt Eberflus served as the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator last season under Schottenheimer. He joined the San Francisco 49ers as assistant head coach/defense for 2026, with Dallas turning to Christian Parker to lead the defense. The Cowboys have shown modest improvement under Parker in some areas, but they still rank near the bottom of the NFL in yards allowed per game through five weeks. Shortly after last Thursday’s 24-16 loss to the Bucs, Schottenheimer began reshaping a Dallas defense that has struggled for much of the season. That reshuffling has already included a notable addition, with Mike Pettine set to join the Cowboys as a senior defensive assistant. Pettine has also worked with Parker in the past. Schottenheimer also confirmed that Parker will be in the boot instead of the sideline for the Cowboys Week 6 matchup with the Green Bay Packers at historic Lambeau Field. "The pride of that unit is strong," he said. "There's some really, really prideful men in that room, and we're going to get it fixed. I have no question about that. But it doesn't bother me at all. It means everyone's rowing in the same direction trying to get this thing fixed." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14f4375342cf4db90cf0d A Guide to State Legislature Elections and Where Partisan Control Is at Stake te 2026-10-15T22:10:11.663Z A Guide to State Legislature Elections and Where Partisan Control Is at Stake A guide to the states where legislatures are up for grabs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14f3f75342cf4db90cf04 At Least 2 People Are Shot at an Elementary School in Oregon te 2026-10-15T22:10:07.620Z At Least 2 People Are Shot at an Elementary School in Oregon The suspect in the shooting was killed at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Ore., according to the authorities, and the conditions of the injured were not immediately known. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14cf375342cf4db90cc19 Mob hit? Las Vegas police plan to release the ID of a man found in a barrel in Lake Mead te 2026-10-15T22:00:19.192Z Mob hit? Las Vegas police plan to release the ID of a man found in a barrel in Lake Mead LAS VEGAS — Police in Las Vegas are poised to settle a mystery Thursday by publicly revealing the identity of a man whose body was found in a barrel in Lake Mead. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14cf175342cf4db90cc10 Havasu gathers to celebrate Charlie Kirk, Freedom Park te 2026-10-15T22:00:17.359Z Havasu gathers to celebrate Charlie Kirk, Freedom Park Hundreds of people gathered beneath the London Bridge Wednesday to celebrate the birthday of conservative political influencer Charlie Kirk. Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA, was assassinated in September 2025. A large crowd gathered beneath the bridge to mourn him… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14cef75342cf4db90cc07 Hobbs defends wastewater recycling, faces questions over funding claim te 2026-10-15T22:00:15.888Z Hobbs defends wastewater recycling, faces questions over funding claim SCOTTSDALE -- Gov. Katie Hobbs is lashing out at those who are trying to undermine plans for what some call a "toilet to tap'' system of converting waste into drinking water. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14cee75342cf4db90cbfe ServSafe manager training scheduled Nov. 13 in Lake Havasu City te 2026-10-15T22:00:14.247Z ServSafe manager training scheduled Nov. 13 in Lake Havasu City Food service professionals can sharpen their food safety skills and prepare for certification during a ServSafe manager training session Nov. 13 in Lake Havasu City. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14ceb75342cf4db90cbd9 Hasan Piker rips New York Jewish voters' shift away from Democrats, blames Israel te 2026-10-15T22:00:11.031Z Hasan Piker rips New York Jewish voters' shift away from Democrats, blames Israel Jewish voters in New York appear to be moving away from the Democratic Party, and controversial Twitch streamer Hasan Piker blamed the shift on their support for Israel. On Wednesday, Piker responded to a CNN clip in which the network's chief data analyst, Harry Enten, and anchor John Berman discussed the drop in support for Democrats among Jewish voters, expressing his dismay that they were shifting away from the party. "It’s wild that this many jewish voters are leaving the democratic party over israel. It’s not like the republican alternatives are presenting a more appealing policy agenda, it’s just israel! It’s literally over the continuation of israel’s belligerence. A real shame," Piker wrote on X. CARVILLE WARNS DEMOCRATS ANTI-ISRAEL ‘LOUDMOUTHS’ COULD COST ELECTIONS In the segment, Enten explained that Jewish support for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, dropped since her last election in 2022, according to recent Siena Polling. Enten then revealed that Democrats' advantage over Republicans among Jewish voters in New York had narrowed by 36 points since 2022, according to Siena Polling averages. "State of New York U.S. House polling among Jewish voters. Look at this. In 2018, Democrats were ahead by 40 points,"  Enten said. "In 2022, 49 points. Look at this, the average of polls this year, its just 13 points! It's just 13 points! That is a shift of, what, 36 points, 36 points away from the Democrats. Their lead has absolutely tumbled into the Hudson River among Jewish voters." "Yes, they are still ahead. But we are talking about historically strong numbers for Republicans among Jewish voters," the analyst added. "It definitely seems to me that the developments over the past few years, at least in New York, at least in this polling, has had a huge impact on how Jewish voters say they are going to vote, not just for governor, but for Congress as well." HOCHUL DEFLECTS WHEN PRESSED ON TIES TO 'ANTI- CHRISTIAN' MAMDANI IN FIERY DEBATE MOMENT: 'SHAME ON YOU' Piker faced backlash over his assertion that the shift was solely about Israel, with Republican Jewish Coalition communications director Sam Markstein telling Fox News Digital that the streamer's accusation was rooted in an antisemitic trope. "Hasan Piker’s statement that American Jews’ voting preferences are all about Middle East policy plays directly into the oldest antisemitic trope of dual loyalty. He is flat out wrong, and is trivializing the very real spike in Jew hatred which directly threatens our community’s safety," Markstein said. "Let’s be clear: American Jews are fleeing the Democratic Party because its leadership continues to elevate, embrace and appease the most radicalized elements of their anti-America extremist party base. The sad irony is that antisemitic bigot Hasan Piker, who said 'America deserved 9/11,' and who has been elevated by national Democrats, including campaigning with Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, is Exhibit A," he added. Shai Davidai, a former Columbia University professor and author of "American Intellectual Antisemitism," also responded to Piker on X, saying, "It's not 'over Israel.' It's over people like you." EX-HILLARY CLINTON STAFFER WARNS DEMOCRATS THAT COURTING FAR-LEFT COULD COST THEM JEWISH VOTERS New York Post columnist Karol Markowicz argued in her response to Piker that Jewish voters have reasons to shift away from Democrats that go beyond Israel. "Even setting aside support for Israel, which Jews should absolutely not, Jews are regularly assaulted in NY and no Democrats care. They aren't allowed to defend themselves and the mayor regularly riles up the attackers. Easy call to vote Republican," Markowicz wrote on X. Piker, who has long been a vocal critic of Israel, has criticized Jewish Americans' support for the Jewish state. In August, the streamer was panned by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle after he said, "People don't f--- with Israel any longer. And if Jews in America keep putting this idea out there that they're singularly invested in Israel, eventually someone will come around and take action not against Israel, mind you, but against American Jews." Critics accused Piker of blaming Jews for antisemitic attacks against them. Democratic Sens. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., and Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., condemned Piker's remarks. "This shouldn’t be hard: no community should face the threat [of] violence for their political views. Period," Slotkin wrote in a statement posted to social media. "That goes if you’re pro-Israel, pro-Palestine, pro-choice, pro-life or any other cause you care about. And blaming the victims of violence for bringing it on themselves only further endangers people." Rosen said the remarks were "a new low" for the controversial Twitch streamer. "Blaming Jewish Americans for the violence and hate they’re facing is not just wrong, it provides an excuse to those perpetuating these anti-Jewish hate crimes," Rosen said in a statement. "Let me be absolutely clear: crimes against Jews for being Jews is antisemitism plain and simple. There’s no excuse for it." DEMOCRATS CONDEMNING HASAN PIKER AS BACKLASH SPREADS THROUGH PARTY Other Democrats joined in condemning Piker, including Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J.; House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y.; and Reps. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J.; Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y.; Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla.; Brad Schneider, D-Ill.; Greg Stanton, D-Ariz.; and Hillary Scholten, D-Mich. Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, who was criticized for campaigning with Piker, distanced himself from the streamer following the controversial remarks. "I believe all Americans deserve the right to advocate for what they believe without fear of violence. This is particularly true for communities that have been intimidated for their beliefs in the past," El-Sayed wrote on X. "My commitment to Jewish safety is the same as my commitment to the safety of my own daughters," he added. "Antisemitism is a scourge, and we need to address it in all its forms. And I stand against any rhetoric that puts the community at risk." Fox News Digital reached out to Hasan Piker for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14a9075342cf4db90cb68 Soccer coach with unreal eye discipline goes viral for locked in interview with busty reporter te 2026-10-15T21:50:08.511Z Soccer coach with unreal eye discipline goes viral for locked in interview with busty reporter If this soccer coach doesn’t deserve a lifetime contract, I don't know what you need to do to earn one. His eye discipline during this interview is as impressive as you're going to find. Coach of the Czech National Football League FK Viagem Ústí nad Labem, David Oulehla, was given the nearly impossible task of remaining locked while the talented reporter Sabina Jaksova interviewed him following a loss. I can't tell you what either of them are saying, so I don’t know for certain how well he answered the questions being lobbed his way over the reporter's visible and ample chest, but I can tell you what he was thinking. CAMERAMAN GETS CAUGHT RISKING IT ALL TO FILM WORLD CUP'S 'SEXIEST FAN' IN THE FORMULA 1 PADDOCK The last thing the coach wanted to do was add to the loss on the field with one off of it. He spent a lot of the interview staring straight ahead or down at the ground. He didn’t want to get caught gazing at the reverse mullet of outfits. Jaksova went business in the back, with a suit jacket and party in the front with a low-cut top. Coach was in a no-win situation and took the tie rather than the loss by staying focused and nailing the interview. If he was caught looking, the internet would have been all over him. If he didn’t, the interview would be relatable enough to go viral, which it did. It's pinned and sitting at almost 2 million views on the team's TikTok account. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! If your radar is going off here, you're tuned in to how the world works these days. Jaksova isn't the only hot reporter employed by the soccer team and, according to Jaksova, they reached out to her. "The club’s management contacted me directly and made me the offer. I admit that I was happy and surprised at the same time," she said, according to the New York Post. "I thought about it for a while, but finally said: ‘Why not? I’ll try.’ However, I had no experience, so I learned everything along the way." The team took a victory lap on Instagram after going viral. They announced that they were taking the world by storm once again and even mentioned their marketing. "FK VIAGEM ÚSTÍ NAD LABEM IS TAKING THE WORLD BY STORM ONCE AGAIN! Our club, led by head coach David Oulehla and presenter Sabina Jakšová, has once again captured the attention of international media!," they wrote. "FK Viagem Ústí nad Labem is once again being talked about and written about across continents! Our name resonates far beyond the borders of the Czech Republic! OUR MARKETING HAS BECOME A WORLDWIDE SENSATION AGAIN!" How dare they use one of their hot reporters for marketing purposes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad14a8d75342cf4db90cb59 Teen Arrested Over Plan to Attack Hindu Temple, Officials Say te 2026-10-15T21:50:05.167Z Teen Arrested Over Plan to Attack Hindu Temple, Officials Say The suspect in suburban Chicago was in the parking lot of the temple on Sunday and told a co-worker that his gun had jammed, the authorities said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1483c75342cf4db90cb07 Progressive group targets GOP donations from PAC tied to charter school CEO te 2026-10-15T21:40:12.155Z Progressive group targets GOP donations from PAC tied to charter school CEO Former state legislator Judy Schwiebert speaks on Oct. 15, 2026, at a press conference during which Democrats and progressive activists called on GOP lawmakers to return allegedly illegal contributions. (Photo by Jerod MacDonald-Evoy/Arizona Mirror) A progressive advocacy group is calling for Republicans who took money from a political action committee founded by the head of one of Arizona’s largest charter school networks to return it as the PAC is being investigated for alleged campaign finance law violations.  Glenn Way is the CEO of Charter One LLC and the chairman of the Educational Freedom Fund PAC, which contributed $25,500 to Republican candidates for the Arizona House of Representatives and Senate in the 2022 and 2024 elections. Way founded American Leadership Academy charter school in 2009, and has since expanded it to 27 campuses in Arizona, six in North Carolina and three in South Carolina. Charter One is paid millions of dollars each year to manage the schools.  The complaint, filed in January 2025 by a law firm connected to Democrats and on behalf of a former school teacher, was forwarded to Attorney General Kris Mayes’ office by the Arizona Secretary of State last year, the Arizona Mirror confirmed via public records.  The Arizona Attorney General’s Office said its investigation into the Educational Freedom Fund PAC is ongoing. The complaint and news of the investigation were first reported on by the Mirror.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE “Taxpayer dollars meant to fund our schools are going into Republican campaigns,” Phoenix Elementary School District school board President Erika Ovalle told reporters Thursday morning at a press conference organized by the progressive advocacy group Opportunity Arizona.  Ovalle and others who spoke said they are asking the 25 Republican lawmakers who received these donations to return them. Some of the candidates are up for reelection while others are no longer at the state legislature.  “I am horrified that our schools have become a partisan issue,” said former Democratic state lawmaker Judy Schwiebert, who is running this year for an at-large seat in the Maricopa County Community College District.  Schwiebert directly called out her 2024 Republican challenger, Sen. Shawnna Bolick, for taking $1,000 during that election cycle. Bolick ultimately defeated Schwiebert. Arizona law bans corporate entities from giving money to candidates, whether that is directly or by routing it through a PAC that could otherwise make direct contributions. A violation is a class 2 misdemeanor for the organization making the donation and a class 6 felony for the individual who makes the contribution.  Campaign finance reports show that the PAC only had two contributors: Charter One LLC, which poured nearly $200,000 into the political committee, and Youssef Khalaf, who was the PAC’s treasurer and gave $9,000. But the committee made $83,200 in direct candidate contributions, far more than the $9,000 that it received from Khalaf — a violation of Arizona’s ban on corporate political giving, the complaint alleged. The complaint was filed by Kerry Baker, a former teacher who served in the Paradise Valley Unified School District and works as a consultant for the Arizona Education Association, the state’s largest teachers union. In a response to the complaint, attorneys representing the PAC defended the contributions as legal — but said if they were, in fact, illegal, the blame lies squarely on Khalaf, who was fired as treasurer after the complaint was filed.  The PACs attorneys said the contributions to the GOP legislative candidates that came indirectly from Charter One shouldn’t be considered corporate money — even though the Educational Freedom Fund reported it as such — because any assets that Charter One has are really Way’s personal assets. Last year, after the complaint was filed, the Educational Freedom Fund replaced Khalaf with a compliance firm connected with PACs that have also been accused of mishandling funds.  The committee’s attorneys argued that the proactive move to “strengthen their compliance” and prevent this issue again should be rewarded by dismissing the complaint.  In an interview with the Mirror, Schwiebert contended that the lawmakers should have known that the donations were possibly illegal. She argued that, in her time campaigning, she has refused donations and been aware of who was donating to her campaign and how.  She also said that her calling out the Republican lawmakers doesn’t mean she is against “school choice.”  “Frankly, I believe we have an abundance of school choice in Arizona,” Schwiebert said. “I don’t believe that taxpayers’ money should go to campaigns.”  Whether the money from Charter One sent to the PAC is taxpayer money is in dispute. Attorneys representing the PAC have argued that it was Way’s personal assets, and the complaint against the PAC’s contributions doesn’t allege that any government money was spent improperly.  Former Attorney General Terry Goddard also decried the PAC donations in a statement released by Opportunity Arizona.  “We cannot allow public education dollars to become a political slush fund,” Goddard said. “Taxpayers deserve answers, and anyone found to have violated the law must be held accountable.” In 2021, former Attorney General Mark Brnovich pursued two individuals for similar violations in Kingman.  The candidates the PAC contributed to are:  Ben Toma  David Marshall Tatiana Pena Cory McGarr  David Livingston Teresa Martinez  Julie Willoughby Justine Wadsack Laurin Hendrix David Gowan Warren Petersen J.D. Mesnard Shawnna Bolick Frank Carroll Ken Bennett Gail Griffin  Justin Wilmeth Matt Gress Jeff Weninger Carine Werner T.J. Shope Walt Blackman  Michael Carbone Sine Kerr Janae Shamp YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1483975342cf4db90cae7 'SNL' cast member Michael Che shrugs off Shane Gillis' monologue joke saying, 'that's comedy' te 2026-10-15T21:40:09.749Z 'SNL' cast member Michael Che shrugs off Shane Gillis' monologue joke saying, 'that's comedy' "Weekend Update" anchor Michael Che didn't think much of NBC's "Saturday Night Live" host Shane Gillis' controversial monologue when asked about the backlash against the comedian on the "Today" show Thursday. Gillis sparked controversy Saturday while hosting "SNL" for the third time. During his opening monologue, the comedian joked about going to public gyms in New York City before turning his attention to women's revealing workout clothing. "I haven’t been to the gym in so long. I didn’t know women just dress like w----- now?" Gillis said. "Look, I’m sorry, there’s no other way to describe [it]. Have you seen it? I’ve seen it. You’ve seen the shorts? They’re those neon, like, artificial bait-colored [shorts], and the wrinkles go around the cheeks and all combine at the butthole. And don’t look! You’re not allowed to look." ACTOR DAN LEVY BLASTS SHANE GILLIS' 'SNL' MONOLOGUE, CLAIMS MEN'S 'COMPLACENCY' FUELS SEXUAL ASSAULT "Today" co-anchor Laura Jarrett asked Che, who was promoting his new Netflix comedy special "Michael Che: Shot in Minnesota," about a recent Instagram post where he appeared to mock the backlash against Gillis, writing, "Gotta do more press this week to promote the special. Wonder what every f------ questions gonna be about. Thanks a lot shane." Che laughed at the show airing his censored post but did not think much of the pushback Gillis received for his comments. "That’s comedy. It’s like, you think it’s funny, and then some people don’t," Che said. He admitted that he did not initially see Gillis' monologue when the show aired, as he was busy working on the show's cue cards. By the time he did see Gillis' monologue, Che said that he "didn’t think about it, honestly." 'SNL' HOST MICHAEL CHE MOCKS MACKLEMORE'S 'FREE PALESTINE TOUR' AFTER ED SHEERAN DROPS RAPPER "There’s so much going on. It’s really hard to see what everyone is doing, especially for me. I’m not what they call ‘good at my job,’ so I don’t pay attention to that," Che said. He added that his own experience delivering controversial jokes with his co-anchor Colin Jost has kept him from criticizing other comics. "That’s why I can’t criticize anybody for swinging and missing, because I’ve definitely swung and missed, too," Che said. "I try to keep that heat off of me." Fox News Digital reached out to NBC for comment. Gillis' representative declined to comment on the matter. CHRIS ROCK SHREDS 'WOKE 1.0' ERA, COMPARES MODERN OUTRAGE TO SALEM WITCH HUNTS Comedian Tim Young called the backlash against Gillis proof that "woke" was not "dead" and agreed with Che's view on the situation. "The backlash to Shane Gillis’ joke is more about attention-seeking behavior than actually being offended," Young told Fox News Digital. "And it’s not shocking that the same people seeking attention on the internet in tiny shorts at the gym are the same ones pretending to have their feelings hurt now." He added, "Che is completely right here. Jokes aren’t meant for everyone. Some audiences love them and others don’t, but people can choose to tune in to what entertainment they like and don’t like. Also, some jokes hit and others don’t. Gillis’ jokes seem to hit much more than others since he is now the world record holder for largest comedy show ever. Both he and Che are hilarious comedians and are at their level for a reason and neither will be canceled because a certain group of people don’t like something they say." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1483875342cf4db90cade Jerry Seinfeld turns tables on radical anti-Israel agitators after chaotic Chicago stunt backfires te 2026-10-15T21:40:08.301Z Jerry Seinfeld turns tables on radical anti-Israel agitators after chaotic Chicago stunt backfires Comedian Jerry Seinfeld turned the tables on anti-Israel hecklers who attempted to derail his Chicago performance last Friday, mocking the protesters as security removed them from the venue. Viral video from the confrontation shows activists shouting at Seinfeld at the Chicago Theatre, accusing Israel of committing "genocide" in Gaza and alleging that American taxpayer dollars are funding the deaths of thousands of civilians. "Twenty-two thousand Palestinians who are children now are killed with our taxpayer money, and you’re making jokes!" a woman shouted in clips posted online. JERRY SEINFELD GIVES BLUNT THREE-WORD RESPONSE TO INFLUENCER ASKING FOR A 'FREE PALESTINE' Seinfeld then dances on stage and mocks the protesters with sarcastic remarks, calling himself "racist" and saying, "It’s a genocide. I’m into it." He also joked that he would find out how much the protesters paid for their tickets and send the money directly to Israel. As security personnel escorted the demonstrators out of the auditorium, one audience member shouted, "Rough her up!" The Anti-War Committee Chicago and the Chicago branch of the US Palestinian Community Network have taken credit for organizing the disruption, writing on Instagram, "Friday’s disruption sent a clear message: Those who defend Israel’s genocide and ethnic cleansing of Palestinians in Gaza and throughout Palestine will be met with protest and are not welcome on Chicago’s stages without opposition." COMEDIAN DECLARES JERRY SEINFELD 'UNCANCELLABLE' DESPITE 'WOKE' ANTI-ISRAEL FESTIVAL BOYCOTT Fox News Digital reached out to Seinfeld’s team for comment but did not hear back. The altercation is the latest in a string of protests targeting the 72-year-old Jewish comedian over his staunch defense of Israel. ANTI-ISRAEL PROTESTERS LABEL MAMDANI A 'TRAITOR,' ACCUSE HIM OF 'GENOCIDE' OUTSIDE OCT 7 VIGIL Comedian and media analyst Tim Young told Fox News Digital he believes protesters are paying top dollar to hijack comedy shows for viral attention rather than political discourse. "They know that once they start yelling, everyone will whip their cameras out, and it is a very direct interaction and maybe one of the only direct interactions protesters get to have with celebrities and with the internet," Young said. "If you are in a very intimate environment where everyone is quiet, listening to one person, you will be heard. And, so, that's what they're taking advantage of here." Young compared the disruptions at Seinfeld's shows to protests at political rallies, arguing that some activists are willing to pay steep ticket prices to confront the comedian. "It seems like people are going to Jerry Seinfeld's shows like they're going to a Trump rally to protest," Young said. "They wanted to get Jerry's attention. They want to, for some reason, they're very, very adamant on getting him to react to the Israel-Palestine conflict." Young also linked the disruptions to Seinfeld's past criticism of performing at universities. 30% OF COLLEGE STUDENTS SAY VIOLENCE ACCEPTABLE WAY TO STOP SPEAKERS ON CAMPUSES, SURVEY FINDS "It's why Jerry doesn't like to go and perform at college campuses. And he said he hates performing at college campuses specifically for that reason," Young said.  "He doesn't want to get into the political thing. He doesn't want to have protesters yelling back and forth with him. It's a waste of the rest of the audience's time, and he knows that." In May 2024, dozens of students walked out during Seinfeld's commencement address at Duke University, some holding Palestinian flags.  Seinfeld returned to the university in September 2025 to introduce freed Israeli hostage Omer Shem Tov at a campus event, where he addressed anti-Israel protests, saying, "Free Palestine is, to me, just — you’re free to say you don’t like Jews. Just say you don’t like Jews." QUIET PART OUT LOUD: ANTI-ISRAEL MOBS WANT ONE STATE CALLED 'PALESTINE,' ERASING ISRAEL "By saying ‘Free Palestine,’ you’re not admitting what you really think," he said. "So, it’s actually — compared to the Ku Klux Klan, I’m actually thinking the Klan is actually a little better here because they can come right out and say, ‘We don’t like Blacks, we don’t like Jews.’ OK, that’s honest." Seinfeld also faced controversy overseas last month when several European acts withdrew from the inaugural MEO Commedia a La Carte Fest in Lisbon, Portugal, where he is scheduled to headline later this year. The acts did not name Seinfeld directly in their withdrawal statements, but some cited concerns about the Israel-Gaza conflict. One performer said someone involved in the festival defended ideas they considered indefensible. Young, who previously dismissed efforts to cancel Seinfeld over his support for Israel, argued that protesters target the billionaire comedian because of his influence and celebrity status. "This is all about control. It's all about power. And it's all about the left having power over these very influential and powerful people," Young said. "And they’re not having it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad145e275342cf4db90ca60 Country music's dominant hunting season continues as Koe Wetzel bags a monster bull elk te 2026-10-15T21:30:10.998Z Country music's dominant hunting season continues as Koe Wetzel bags a monster bull elk Country music stars are having themselves one heck of a hunting season. Luke Combs, Riley Green, Parker McCollum and Sam Barber have all been getting in on the action this fall. Chris Janson recently told OutKick OutDoors about his own Colorado elk-hunting adventure. And now Koe Wetzel is joining the party with an absolute monster of a bull elk. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS The Texas-born singer showed off his impressive harvest on Instagram Wednesday, posing behind the massive animal with a compound bow resting across its body. The bull sports an enormous set of antlers, and judging by the smile on Wetzel's face, he's pretty pleased with how this particular hunting trip turned out. The caption? Just two words: "Oklahoma Breakdown." Unclear if Koe was revealing the location of his hunt or just happened to be listening to a very good song by Stoney LaRue. Probably both. Either way, that's an impressive animal. The post came just one day after Wetzel shared a collection of music-related photos on Instagram with the caption, "Posted from a remote area hunting elk." COUNTRY STAR CHRIS JANSON ADMITS HE GOT 'A LITTLE COCKY' BEFORE GRUELING COLORADO ELK HUNT Apparently, he was making pretty good use of his time in that remote area. And for anyone familiar with Wetzel's love of hunting, none of this should come as a surprise. During a June appearance on the "Country Outdoors" podcast, Wetzel made it abundantly clear that hunting season takes priority over just about everything else on his calendar. "October to February don't call me cause you're probably not gonna get a nice response," he said. Well, it's October. So consider this your friendly reminder to leave Koe Wetzel alone. The 34-year-old singer has been hunting since childhood, growing up in East Texas and learning to appreciate the outdoors long before his music career took off. In a 2024 interview with Hook & Barrel, he revealed that he got his first bow when he was just 8 years old and still practices archery year-round, sometimes bringing his bows along on tour. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER And this certainly isn't his first gigantic elk. Wetzel previously harvested a big bull in New Mexico, reportedly making a rifle shot from more than 540 yards. During a 2025 appearance on "Country Outdoors," he also discussed taking a bull elk measuring more than 380 inches. It's unclear whether those were the same animal, but one thing is certain: Wetzel has plenty of experience chasing big game. His latest Instagram post doesn't reveal the score of this bull or the details of the hunt. We'd ask him, but he was pretty clear about not calling him this time of year. Love all things hunting, fishing and outdoors? Follow OutKick OutDoors on Instagram and TikTok! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad145df75342cf4db90ca53 Luna, a Dog Who Was Lost in Yellowstone for a Month, Is Found Safe te 2026-10-15T21:30:07.126Z Luna, a Dog Who Was Lost in Yellowstone for a Month, Is Found Safe A 10-year-old Jack Russell Terrier/Chihuahua mix, Luna lost half her weight but was otherwise healthy after several weeks in Yellowstone National Park. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad145dd75342cf4db90ca37 Active Shooter Reported at Oregon Elementary School: What We Know te 2026-10-15T21:30:05.178Z Active Shooter Reported at Oregon Elementary School: What We Know Police are responding to an active shooter report at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon on Thursday afternoon. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1438575342cf4db90c9dc ICE Agents Who Rammed a Worker in Houston Were Chasing a Dead Man, Family Says te 2026-10-15T21:20:05.717Z ICE Agents Who Rammed a Worker in Houston Were Chasing a Dead Man, Family Says An ICE operation in Houston left a Mexican man struck and injured by an S.U.V., but a bulletin of the target shows a man who died in 2017, his daughter said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1414275342cf4db90c98a Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival featuring 'Much Ado About Dinosaurs' te 2026-10-15T21:10:26.972Z Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival featuring 'Much Ado About Dinosaurs' Beginning Oct. 16, the Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival will begin featuring "Much Ado About Dinosaurs," a "colorful, interactive, original play for audiences of all ages and geological eras." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1414075342cf4db90c981 Richard Duran’s first initiative: a suite of new ideas te 2026-10-15T21:10:24.919Z Richard Duran’s first initiative: a suite of new ideas NAU athletic director Richard Duran knew something had to change the moment he walked into his office in the Skydome. That change began with turning his workspace into a suite for fans to enjoy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1413e75342cf4db90c978 Flagstaff sweeps Coconino amid injuries; lineup shakeups te 2026-10-15T21:10:22.938Z Flagstaff sweeps Coconino amid injuries; lineup shakeups Flagstaff volleyball won the first of two matchups against Coconino this season, despite being down one of its best players and fearing the loss of another during their miraculous first-set comeback. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1413c75342cf4db90c96f Gardening Etcetera: Step into gardening with the Master Gardener course te 2026-10-15T21:10:20.345Z Gardening Etcetera: Step into gardening with the Master Gardener course 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/6ad1413975342cf4db90c966 Page of Cups: New bookmobile in Flagstaff wheels around te 2026-10-15T21:10:17.367Z Page of Cups: New bookmobile in Flagstaff wheels around Page of Cups is a bookmobile moving around the Flagstaff and northern Arizona community on a 1993 Suzuki Carry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1413575342cf4db90c941 Active shooter report at Oregon elementary school draws large police response te 2026-10-15T21:10:13.944Z Active shooter report at Oregon elementary school draws large police response Police rushed to an Oregon elementary school Thursday after a report of an active shooter, urging the public to stay away as families were directed to a nearby church. The Bend Police Department said officers were at Silver Rail Elementary School, where a large police presence gathered as authorities responded. "The Bend Police Department is currently at Silver Rail Elementary School after a report of an active shooter," the department said in a statement. "There is a large police presence in the area. Please avoid the area." REPORTED SHOOTING AT VIRGINIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 'CONTAINED,' SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS Authorities directed students’ families to Journey Church at 61303 S. Highway 97, near Goodwill and Dairy Queen, which was designated as the family reunification location. Police had not immediately released information about injuries or a possible suspect. It was not immediately clear whether authorities had confirmed gunfire at the school. "We will share more information as soon as we can," the department said. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1413475342cf4db90c938 Grammy winner praises Ella Langley for canceling concert over safety concerns: 'She did the right thing' te 2026-10-15T21:10:12.099Z Grammy winner praises Ella Langley for canceling concert over safety concerns: 'She did the right thing' Country Music Hall of Famer Wynonna Judd praised Ella Langley for canceling her concert. Judd, 62, said she has had the FBI around before when she was on the road dealing with threats and has been in situations where she needed protection. The Grammy-winning singer said the "Choosin’ Texas" hitmaker did the right thing. "It just happens. S--- happens, right? So, you got to do what what's the next right thing. And I think she did the right thing," Judd said during a recent appearance on OutKick’s "Tomi Lahren Is Fearless." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Langley said she needed to make a decision she could live with. "I was put in charge of a decision for 15,000 people and I decided to make the decision that I could live with the rest of my life," Langley said, according to Taste of Country. The 27-year-old told the crowd last Saturday night at United Supermarkets Arena that she would make the decision all over again. "Because when it comes to keeping you safe and making sure that this show is a safe place for us to come and enjoy our music, then it will happen," she continued. "But the second, it feels like it's not, I'm not doing it. I'm not doing it because a concert's not worth a human life. It's not." "And so I would have made yesterday's decision ten billion times over," she added. "And I'd do it tomorrow and I'd do it the next day." Judd and Lahren also discussed how Langley has received criticism for some of her old hunting pictures, among other things. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "Welcome to the internet, my friend," Judd quipped. Judd would much rather have the attention focused on Langley’s talent than on pictures from years ago. "I see it and I go, ‘Oh my god, what about the music? Let's get back to the music. Please, dear God in heaven, can we please talk about their gift? Can we talk about the fact that they just won an award or beat out so and so in the record sales and celebrate that?’ Because each person gets time," Judd said. She praised her mother, Naomi Judd, for keeping the family grounded and recognizing that success doesn't last forever. "Mom was really good at that. She was very good at saying, ‘Let's celebrate tonight that we won five Grammys, but then we go to work the next day.’ She was very practical about that and she loved every minute of it. But she was always thankful and always mindful of how blessed we are. And each person gets their time. That's the way," Judd said. While Judd has won five Grammys, she still watches the ceremony to this day. However, the Grammys are about the only awards show she watches now. Judd said awards shows have changed so much that she isn’t sure she would attend one even if she were invited. "I don't watch them because there's no Dolly and there's no George Strait, and I grew up with them and they're so personal and family to me that I miss having the elders there. I remember sitting with Johnny Cash. I remember being with Reba (McEntire). I remember going backstage and seeing Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard and George Jones. Those were some of the happiest times of my life," Judd said. "And they're not there anymore and I just feel like it's different in a way that I don't know if they invited me I'd go." While she still watches the Grammys, she said even that ceremony has changed significantly. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1413075342cf4db90c92d Senators Demand Investigation Into Ukraine Satellite Disruption te 2026-10-15T21:10:08.336Z Senators Demand Investigation Into Ukraine Satellite Disruption Republicans joined Democrats in calling on the Pentagon’s inspector general to look into whether the Trump administration was responsible for the interruption. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1412d75342cf4db90c911 Trump Suffers Double Inflation Blow Within 48 Hours as Midterms Loom te 2026-10-15T21:10:05.941Z Trump Suffers Double Inflation Blow Within 48 Hours as Midterms Loom The Producer Price Index for final demand rose 1.3 percent in September, accelerating from 0.5 percent in August. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13f3475342cf4db90c8e1 Rural fire districts turn to FEMA grants as a temporary solution to rising equipment costs and reduced budgets te 2026-10-15T21:01:40.474Z Rural fire districts turn to FEMA grants as a temporary solution to rising equipment costs and reduced budgets PHOENIX – Last month the Federal Emergency Management Agency gave $720,000 to San Simon, an unincorporated area about 11 miles from the New Mexico border. It has a population of 273. That money is all going toward one expense: a firetruck to replace their 50-year-old one. Fire Chief John Novak said it would be impossible to purchase it without a grant. “We would have to save 20 years for it,” he said. Fire districts in rural Arizona, which are smaller than municipal departments and sometimes volunteer dependent, rely on grants to purchase equipment as expenses skyrocket, budgets are stretched thin and service expectations expanded. But it’s an unreliable Band-Aid to a years-long problem and the approach may put residents at risk, said Danny Johnson, president of the Arizona Fire District Association and fire chief of the Verde Valley Fire District. According to the National Volunteer Firefighter Council, the cost to prepare and equip a single firefighter can exceed $35,000.   Fire districts get their annual budgets through property taxes. Johnson said this funding model, which has been around since the inception of fire districts in 1918, is not viable anymore because of what is being asked of the districts.  “Fire districts look drastically different,” he said. “The responses that we’re being asked to do look drastically different as well, but the funding mechanism is the same, and the funding streams are the same.” Johnson said districts can have a larger jurisdiction beyond properties, like highways and forests, that distract from serving residents who pay for their services. “The residents that are actually paying through their property taxes to have fire and EMS protection are left uncovered for hours and hours and hours at a time while we’re on I-17, while we’re doing trail rescues up in the national forests,” he said. Adding to the price of equipment, the firetruck manufacturing market has few competitors. In fact, only three firms supply the majority of the industry, according to a statement to Congress last year by the International Association of Fire Fighters. The cost of fire trucks also has doubled in the past decade. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes launched an investigation last month into price gouging in the firetruck manufacturing industry. This was in response to increasing costs for firefighting equipment and long wait times for delivery of vehicles.  In San Simon, the pumper/tanker the fire district is buying with the FEMA grant will replace their 1975 truck. Novak said it is out of date with current standards. “It structurally was worn out,” he said. “Suspension components were physically worn out, and you can’t buy parts for a 1975 truck.” With the new pumper expected next year, only one employee needs to operate the vehicle, which helps the district with staff shortages. “One person is not ideal, but sometimes it’s our reality,” he said. For a larger area like the Sonoita-Elgin Fire District in southern Arizona, Fire Chief Marc Meredith said with an annual budget of $2.2 million, purchasing a fire vehicle would wipe out nearly half of that. “Our job is to provide essential fire and EMS services for our community, but the source of the equipment that we need in order to do that is being manufactured with a strong profit expectation as its base financial model,” Meredith said. Higher prices are affecting more than fire trucks. FEMA approved a grant of more than $1.8 million to the Santa Rita Fire District in September for equipment, which was split among several rural districts. Sonoita-Elgin was one of those districts. It paid for self-contained breathing apparatus, face masks attached to oxygen tanks for firefighters to use in smokey or toxic environments. “SCBAs are critical,” Meredith said. “They’re one of the most important pieces of equipment that our firefighters use any time that they are in a dangerous environment where breathing the air would be problematic.” The Santa Rita Fire District was the lead district in the grant application, which Meredith said is one reason they received funding. The odds of receiving a grant were lower if they applied as a single entity, he said. “You need to either be a very large agency, or you need to go in on a regional approach in order to get the attention and be more compelling, frankly, as an applicant for what is a limited number of funds,” he said. He said he expects to see more rural areas work together to make sure communities get adequate service. Allen Allcott, fire chief for the volunteer Thunderbird Fire District south of the Phoenix metro area, is already working with a nearby rural fire department.  For the past decade, his district in Pinal County and the North Hidden Valley Fire Department in Maricopa have cooperated on certain calls. But in the past six years, they have worked on everything together. “Collectively, we’re able to provide a lot better service than either one of us could do individually,” Allcott said. The time lag when equipment is ordered and when it is delivered is another source of frustration for rural districts.  The three main firms who manufacture fire trucks also have billions of dollars in backlogs, leading to long wait times in certain areas, according to the statement to Congress by the International Association of Fire Fighters. Meredith said his district sees long wait times for equipment and other materials to arrive, sometimes months or years after a purchase. “Not only is the cost really prohibitive for small agencies like ours, but then the time to actually get the equipment is years in most cases,” Meredith said. “What we paid for a fire truck a few years ago is what it would cost to buy an ambulance now.” Johnson said his district purchased a fire vehicle three years ago, and they are yet to get the truck delivered. “It’s a business model that doesn’t really have public safety and the firefighters in mind,” he said. Fire districts can only use equipment for about 10 years because after that it’s often no longer compliant with National Fire Protection Association standards, which Mary Dalton, executive director of the Arizona Fire District Association, said could open districts up to potential litigation that could drain funds.  There are no specific legal consequences in Arizona for equipment that’s used longer than the recommended lifespan, but Dalton said the safety of personnel and residents could be put at risk. Novak said he tries to replace equipment, but it’s not realistic for items still in good condition. He said the San Simon district takes only a few calls a year compared to larger departments, meaning their equipment sees less action. “They tried to one-size-fits-all everybody, and ended up creating a monster,” Novak said. For single item purchases, Meredith said, his district may consider used equipment until pricing stabilizes. His county is undergoing an emergency services audit to better understand gaps in funding and service. He said he doesn’t foresee any increases in grants or other funds that don’t already exist. “As we go forward doing this service, we have to be more deliberate about how we validate the value of what we do and how we make the best use of limited resources,” he said. The Arizona Fire District Association said it plans to approach the state Legislature about issues with the current funding arrangements, Johnson said.  “We’re putting together that data to … not just have an emotional story but have a factual story that comes along with dollars and cents and true data (so) that we can truly quantify the problem and then work towards a solution,” he said. Novak said he will continue to try to follow National Fire Protection Association standards, but manufacturers taking advantage of the system will continue to be at the expense of local communities like his.  “If these grants ever dry up, these rural communities are going to go without,” he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13f2775342cf4db90c8aa Warriors rookie's reaction to learning he'd guard Lakers superstar Luka Dončić goes viral: 'What the f---?' te 2026-10-15T21:01:27.743Z Warriors rookie's reaction to learning he'd guard Lakers superstar Luka Dončić goes viral: 'What the f---?' A "Welcome to the NBA" moment almost occurred for Golden State Warriors top draft pick Yaxel Lendeborg on Tuesday night in a preseason bout against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was supposed to guard Luka Dončić — an assignment many veteran defenders don’t wish to have, let alone a rookie. Lendeborg, the No. 11 overall pick coming out of the national-champion Michigan Wolverines program, told reporters that he was just on his phone before the game when assistant Warriors coach Frank Vogel came up to him and said something that left him baffled. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "’Hey, you’re guarding Luka tonight,’" Lendeborg said. "I said, ‘What the f---? You’re just gonna throw me in the fire?’" To be honest, not an over-exaggerative answer at all for a rookie trying to get acclimated to the league. Lendeborg’s reaction was genuine because he didn’t think his assignment would be the Lakers’ star player and one of the most prolific offensive weapons in the league when he’s on the court. Ultimately, Lakers head coach JJ Redick decided to rest Dončić, leading to Lendeborg matching up with center Walker Kessler, who debuted this preseason for Los Angeles. The Warriors ended up winning the game, 101-89. LUKA DONČIĆ SAYS HE 'DEFINITELY' REGRETS PLAYING THROUGH HAMSTRING INJURY THAT ENDED HIS SEASON "It was a complete shift of what I had planned in my mind," Lendeborg said about gearing up for the game before hearing the Dončić news. Lendeborg is, however, a solid defender, winning Defensive Player of the Year in the AAC with UAB before becoming a first-team all-defense member in the Big Ten during his season at Michigan in 2025. Guarding Dončić is completely different than going up against even the best college players, but Lendeborg tried his best to play the part. "I tried to act all cool, but I was spooked," he admitted. "That was crazy." "I think [Vogel] said he averages like 30, 35. Nobody can stop him, so do your best. That was it. My mind was all over the place after that." No defender wants to be put through a clinic by his opponent, so it’s understandable how Lendeborg feels. But to Vogel’s point, Dončić is someone that can hit shots even with great defense, averaging 33.5 points per game last season, which led the NBA. In the end, Lendeborg held his own against Kessler, while also dropping 19 points on the other end of the floor. Looking ahead to the regular season, Lendeborg will likely be utilized by head coach Steve Kerr as a versatile defender, with the 6-foot-9 rookie able to handle multiple assignments, no matter his opponent’s position on the court. So, while the matchup with Dončić didn’t come this time around, the Warriors and Lakers will tip off their regular season schedule on Oct. 21 in Los Angeles. If that happens, well, best of luck, Yaxel. Welcome to the NBA. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13f2575342cf4db90c8a1 Guardians shut down Rays behind pitching staff, epic Petey Halpin bat-flip for Game 3 win to take series lead te 2026-10-15T21:01:25.237Z Guardians shut down Rays behind pitching staff, epic Petey Halpin bat-flip for Game 3 win to take series lead Game 3 was moved up from 6 p.m. ET to 1 p.m. ET due to weather, but the Tampa Bay Rays' offense did not get the memo. In the team's 3-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday at Progressive Field, the offense was dormant. The Rays scored just two runs on three hits, as the Guardians' pitching staff shut them down. In seven of the nine innings, the Rays went down in order. The 1 p.m. start was the earliest for an LCS game in the Eastern time zone since 1988, when the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets played Game 5 of the NLCS at 12:20 p.m. ET. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The Guardians bats struck first off Griffin Jax. Jo Adell worked a walk (after successfully overturning a called strike with the automated ball-strike challenge system), and was driven in one batter later when Nathaniel Lowe ripped a ball into right field, taking a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the second inning. Adell was able to score from first after the ball got away from right fielder Victor Mesa Jr., while Lowe advanced to second base. Jax was able to strand Lowe by recording the next three outs. Gavin Williams was lights out to begin the game, retiring the Rays in order the first time through the lineup. However, Rays first baseman Yandy Díaz broke through, ripping a leadoff double into the left-center gap for the team’s first baserunner of the game. Williams struck out Jonathan Aranda and Junior Caminero but walked Mesa to put two runners on with two outs. The two-out walk came back to burn Williams. Chandler Simpson laced a line drive down the right-field line, scoring both Díaz and Mesa while the speedster raced to third for a triple, giving the Rays a 2-1 lead in the top of the fourth inning. Williams was able to strand Simpson at third by striking out catcher Liam Hicks to end the frame. The Guardians responded in the bottom of the fifth inning. Catcher Patrick Bailey hit a weak dribbler for an infield single to lead off the inning, and center fielder Petey Halpin deposited Jax’s pitch 385 feet over the right-center field wall for a two-run home run to give the Guardians a 3-2 lead. His bat almost went as far as the ball, as Halpin launched his bat high into the Cleveland sky in celebration. After the game, Halpin said he blacked out and said the celebration may have even been a little too much. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Shortstop Bryan Rocchio singled after Halpin’s home run, and manager Kevin Cash had seen enough, pulling Jax from the game. Jax pitched four-plus innings, giving up three runs on five hits while walking two batters and striking out two. Tyler Wells navigated the rest of the fifth inning to keep the score at 3-2. Surprisingly, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt pulled Gavin Williams from the game after just 70 pitches in five innings, bringing in Daniel Espino. Williams pitched five innings, giving up two runs on two hits with two walks while striking out nine batters. While it may have been surprising to see Williams removed, the bullpen was excellent. Espino and Erik Sabrowski made quick work of the Rays' lineup in the sixth and seventh innings. Hunter Gaddis entered the game in the eighth inning and recorded two outs but allowed a double to Richie Palacios. Palacios advanced to third base on Taylor Walls' groundout, and Vogt turned to his closer, Cade Smith, to face Díaz in a crucial spot in the top of the eighth inning. After a 10-pitch battle with Díaz, Smith struck out the Rays first baseman to escape the jam In the ninth inning, Smith faced Jonathan Aranda, Junior Caminero and Mesa, the Nos. 2, 3 and 4 hitters in the order, and retired them with ease, completing the four-out save. The Guardians pitching staff retired 16 of the last 17 batters. Game 4 between the Guardians and Rays is scheduled for Friday, but inclement weather could delay or postpone the game. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13f0a75342cf4db90c885 Buccaneers Rookie QB Expected to Start Again With Mayfield Injured te 2026-10-15T21:00:58.987Z Buccaneers Rookie QB Expected to Start Again With Mayfield Injured Buccaneers rookie Jalon Daniels is expected to start again as Baker Mayfield continues recovering from a thumb injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13efc75342cf4db90c87c Kyle Hamilton Clarifies 'Hyperbolic' Story on His Tua Tagovailoa Interception te 2026-10-15T21:00:44.267Z Kyle Hamilton Clarifies 'Hyperbolic' Story on His Tua Tagovailoa Interception Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton clarified Marlon Humphrey's story about his interception of Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13ee775342cf4db90c873 Bears Get Major Caleb Williams Injury Update Ahead of Falcons Game te 2026-10-15T21:00:23.953Z Bears Get Major Caleb Williams Injury Update Ahead of Falcons Game Caleb Williams practices fully but says he still has tests to pass before potentially returning against the Falcons. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13cb975342cf4db90c7fc Colin Cowherd's analogy of the 2026 Dodgers to The Godfather Part III is brilliant te 2026-10-15T20:51:05.379Z Colin Cowherd's analogy of the 2026 Dodgers to The Godfather Part III is brilliant Perhaps the best analogy for the stunning 0-3 hole the Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves in comes from The Godfather – the third installment of the trilogy, that is. Credit FS1 host Colin Cowherd for the comparison Wednesday. "The Dodgers trying to win a third World Series is starting to have Godfather III vibes to it," he began. "Some of the names are familiar. Al Pacino. Diane Keaton. Francis Ford Coppola is still directing it. But it feels played. And the Dodgers feel played out." Brilliant. Now, for some ground rules before sharing the analogy widely. Before you start assigning Dodgers players to actors, understand that Pacino was still excellent in The Godfather Part III. Shohei Ohtani, universally recognized as the greatest baseball player in the world, has not been. Ohtani had batted under .200 in four straight postseason games. The Dodgers reportedly even considered benching him ahead of Game 3 because of his struggles and injuries. A DODGERS-LESS WORLD SERIES WOULD HURT NOW, BUT HELP MLB LATER | BOBBY BURACK But if the Dodgers don't somehow surge back from 0-3 and become just the second team in MLB history to overcome such a deficit in an LCS series, the Godfather analogy could hold up remarkably well. The Godfather and The Godfather Part II are two of the greatest films ever made. The opinion here is that the original is the greatest movie ever and the sequel – which is also partly a prequel – is somewhere in the top 10, maybe the top five. Part III isn't nearly as bad as some movie buffs sometimes portray it. However, it was undoubtedly a profound disappointment compared to the first two films. For one, Coppola cast his daughter Sofia as Mary Corleone. It didn't work. The romance between Mary and her first cousin Vincent consumed too much screen time for how little it ultimately contributed to the trilogy's conclusion. The absence of Tom Hagen is glaring, as is the loss of Sonny Corleone, whose death in the original film deprived the third installment of another defining character from the Corleone family. In sum, The Godfather trilogy would be remembered even more favorably had there never been a third film. There's a reason some Godfather marathons conveniently end after Part II. Likewise, if the Dodgers don't come back in this series, the 2026 team will be remembered as a stain on the legacy of the dynasty. Still, The Godfather Part III had excuses. The film was released 16 years after Part II. The principal cast had aged. Robert Duvall, who portrayed Hagen, did not return. And after nearly two decades, the first two films had been elevated to a standard that virtually no sequel could reasonably meet. The 2026 Dodgers have no such excuses. Their payroll exceeds that of the other three remaining teams combined. Los Angeles added Tarik Skubal and Kyle Tucker to a roster that was already considered one of the greatest ever assembled on paper. Granted, the cast, like in the film, is aging. They are trying to recapture old magic. It's not working. Nonetheless, we enjoyed the analogy. The Godfather Part III and the Dodgers' 2026 postseason are shaping up as two of the more memorable disappointments in their respective fields. Even depressed Dodgers superfan and OutKick reporter Ian Miller appreciated Cowherd's comparison. "There’s a case to be made that The Godfather Part 1 and Godfather Part 2 are two of the best movies ever made. Just like the 2024-2025 Dodgers are two of the best teams ever. If the price for that is getting pulled back in for the 2026 team, it was worth it," Miller said of Cowherd's analogy. He did, however, add one important qualifier: "As long as they don’t make Megalopolis next year, of course." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13cad75342cf4db90c7e0 North Carolina Eyeing Major Conference Change Under Bill Belichick te 2026-10-15T20:50:53.202Z North Carolina Eyeing Major Conference Change Under Bill Belichick North Carolina emerges as a top SEC expansion target as Bill Belichick leads the Tar Heels amid conference realignment rumors. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13ca775342cf4db90c7d7 Trump Calls Paxton ‘a Little Bit Controversial’ as Talarico Gains Momentum te 2026-10-15T20:50:47.794Z Trump Calls Paxton ‘a Little Bit Controversial’ as Talarico Gains Momentum President Trump praised Paxton as Texas’ best-ever attorney general but called him “a little bit controversial” on Thursday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13ca175342cf4db90c7ce Celebrating Churchill the American te 2026-10-15T20:50:41.568Z Celebrating Churchill the American The International Churchill Society is honoring "The Old Lion" in Philadelphia this week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13c9775342cf4db90c7c5 Giants OC Matt Nagy Laughs Off Questions About Malik Nabers' Usage te 2026-10-15T20:50:31.914Z Giants OC Matt Nagy Laughs Off Questions About Malik Nabers' Usage New York Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy laughed off questions about wide receiver Malik Nabers' target share. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13c8e75342cf4db90c7bc Jayden Daniels Takes Blame for Costly Mistake in Commanders Tie With Giants te 2026-10-15T20:50:22.006Z Jayden Daniels Takes Blame for Costly Mistake in Commanders Tie With Giants Jayden Daniels took responsibility for his costly blunder, which may have cost the Commanders a win over the Giants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13c8475342cf4db90c7b3 Giants WR Malik Nabers Sends Warning to NFL Competition After Monster Game te 2026-10-15T20:50:12.297Z Giants WR Malik Nabers Sends Warning to NFL Competition After Monster Game New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers says he's not even back to 100% after Sunday's monster Week 5 performance. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13a6875342cf4db90c78d Tracing the journey of Flagstaff High’s Yohanes van Meerten from Ethiopia to cross country sensation te 2026-10-15T20:41:12.987Z Tracing the journey of Flagstaff High’s Yohanes van Meerten from Ethiopia to cross country sensation PHOENIX – Yohanes van Meerten barely takes a pause when asked about his birth story. The Flagstaff High School running sensation knows he was left as an infant near a building in Ethiopia, but the details aren’t that important. What matters is the here and now, putting one foot in front of the other.  “I read the police report, it was like, I think it was behind a mall or something, and the police found me,” said van Meerten, the Eagles’ senior cross country runner who is ranked third in the nation and prompting surreal scenes whenever he races.  “They ended up taking me to adoption senate,” van Meerten said. “I was there for eight or nine months. My parents were there, and they adopted me, and I moved to the United States when I was a year old.” Van Meerten’s story is not an unusual one in Ethiopia. A 2025 UNICEF report estimates that the country has more than four million orphans and abandoned children under the age of 18, more than 4% of the population due to a combination of drought, HIV, poverty and regional conflicts. At the time, Sara Clancey and Brian van Meerten, the parents of van Meerten, were in the Peace Corps and based in Lesotho in South Africa. During their stay, they were essential in helping with the HIV outbreak, aiding locals with medical care and resources. “It was a wonderful time,” Clancey said. “We got to see some really beautiful places and meet really wonderful people, an amazing experience.” Now, in the midst of what he hopes will be an historic season, van Meerten has already committed to run for the famed University of Oregon program next year. He is one of the few high school runners who has an NIL deal, an Olympic hopeful who is often bombarded at races by fans hoping to meet him. It’s a charisma that was evident at a young age, said Clancey, describing her son as a natural-born leader. “He was a wedding coach for some pretend weddings the kids were role-playing,” Clancey said. “There’s a little 3-year-old kind of hobbling around and trying to lead everyone and tell them where to go and how to do things and it was really cute. He always had a leadership mentality.” Originally into basketball when he started high school, van Meerten would go to a nearby park from sun up to sun down, to the point where if kids didn’t see him that day, they would be worried that something was wrong and ask if he was OK. “He’s actually a really good shot, 3-pointers and layups,” Brian van Meerten said. “So the practice paid off.” But once van Meerten discovered he was a better runner than a basketball player, he started to take cross country more seriously, especially when he realized he had a strong future in the sport. At his most recent event, the Desert Twilight in Mesa featuring runners competing from multiple states, van Meerten struggled, finishing fourth while suffering through a bout of food poisoning. Next up for van Meerten is the prestigious 78th annual Mt. SAC Cross Country Invitational in Walnut, California on Oct. 24, where many of the nation’s premier high school runners will converge and the event will celebrate its one millionth contestant. As a junior, van Meerten finished first and broke the Mt. SAC hill-filled three-mile course record, clocking 14:10.1. Despite his lackluster performance at the Desert Twilight in late September, where he vomited the last few feet of the race, runners of all ages kept approaching the Flagstaff tent, hoping to get Van Meerten’s autograph or to take a picture with him, not letting it get to his head. It was a surreal scene, uncommon in the world of cross country. Just wanted to share this. Here’s Flagstaff’s Yohanes van Meerten after the race tonight. He had a line of people waiting to take photos with him, including the race winner himself. I’ve been involved with the cross country/track and field since 2008, and I’ve never seen… pic.twitter.com/r7ssP9FjmK — Logan Stanley (@RLSscribe) September 26, 2026 “I would say that really hasn’t changed him. He is really good at keeping that kind of stuff out of his personal life,” Flagstaff teammate and friend Qalo Weimer said. “He knows he’s fast, but I’d say he’s quite humble as a person, at least personally with me. He kind of tries to avoid that kind of stuff, which is really funny to see.” Brian van Meerten and Clancey both expressed pride in their son for his ability to handle the pressure and the spotlight. “He always has a smile on his face after the races,” Clancey said. “He’s really friendly with all the other kids. I don’t think Brian [van Meerten] or I have ever been under the spotlight like he has, and I just feel like he’s dealing with it in a very admirable way.” Looking forward, not back In early September, as the cross country season was barely underway, van Meerten sat in a shaded area near the Peoria course he had just dominated, winning the NoPo Invitational in a breezy time of 14:43, and talked about his childhood.  “It just had a really good adoption program for Ethiopia,” van Meerten said. “Since I know so many of my friends are from there, too, being adopted, it’s just so much easier.” Yohanes van Meerten, shown running at Flagstaff’s Buffalo Park, was abandoned as a child in Ethiopia before Sara Clancey and Brian van Meerten adopted him and brought him to the United States. (Photo courtesy of Sara Clancey) After leaving East Africa, his parents originally explored moving to a variety of places such as Denver and North Carolina, but eventually settled on living in Flagstaff. He has never returned to Ethiopia, but has taken a trip to South Africa, which he thought was cool. “It sometimes crosses my mind to go back to Ethiopia,” van Meerten said. “It is just like, I like the U.S. so much here that I don’t want to leave it.” For the moment, as his final high school season settles into a rhythm, he is focused on one breath, one step, one race at a time, hoping to peak at the Arizona state meet Nov. 14 at Cave Creek Golf Course. “I settle in the last two miles,” van Meerten said.  “If there’s no one around me, some people might call it cocky, but I kind of jog it in just because I don’t want to push myself any harder right now because it is only September, and we’ll be going for another few months.” Weimer said van Meerten is a different, yet similar person between his races and off the course, reserving his joking nature to focus on the race at hand and gain a competitive edge.  “He’s kind of like two different people,” Weimer said. “When he’s running, he’s an athlete, he is still kind of funny, he goofs off, but outside of that, he’s a lot more chill and less competitive outside of the sport.” For van Meerten, choosing the right college went beyond finding the best running program. He also considered the scholarship opportunities that come along with his high ranking, along with finding the path to pursue his dream job and the university that would benefit him the most in that journey. “My main thing is to pay for college, because you know, college is so expensive,” van Meerten said. “I didn’t have the money to go to college. If I didn’t have this scholarship, I probably wouldn’t be going.” Flagstaff boys and girls cross country coach Trina Painter said that, from her perspective, van Meerten’s recruiting process was equally exciting and overwhelming for him. With reporters and universities taking interest in his future, he found himself balancing a world of attention and expectations. He had to manage his time and energy which proved to be a challenge.  “I think he was a little tired from all of the travel, but he handled the whole thing pretty well,” Painter said. “Deciding early has allowed him to put more energy and focus into his senior season and training, instead of the recruiting process he went through his junior year.” Ezra Varley, a senior runner for Flagstaff, said van Meerten has helped him in his own recruiting process, as Varley hopes to continue competing after high school.  “Since he signed onto Oregon, he knows that I’m in search of a college to run for,” Varley said. “He has reached out to me a lot in trying to help me in the recruiting process, and that means a lot to me.” Brian van Meerten shared a similar sentiment, noting how his son puts the people who support him first, and prioritizes the people who ask him for advice. At a meet in Boston, Brian was struck by an interaction he had with a group of runners from another state.  “They were like, ‘Who are you rooting for?’ and I was like ‘Yohanes,’” Brian van Meerten said. “They went ‘We are, too,’ and it was just cool to see his support system he has and the other kids that look up to him, so I’m proud of him for that.”  As one of the nation’s most sought-after distance recruits, van Meerten fielded attention from an array of universities, including UCLA, Duke, BYU, Florida, Washington, Northern Arizona, Notre Dame, Stanford, Georgia and Syracuse. He chose Oregon not just for its renowned track program and facilities but also because it’s the ideal place to earn a degree in business marketing. “A big thing was my education,” van Meerten said. “I’ve always wanted to go into business marketing. That’s been my dream job for a while. I was looking at the big picture. Oregon is a great learning school, too.  I knew I would have resources and opportunities to pursue my job in business marketing, so that’s the main reason I picked there.” Last year, when van Meerten was in the midst of a sensational season as a junior, he became the first Arizona cross country athlete to ink an NIL deal while still in high school. He signed with On, a Swiss athletic footwear and apparel company that is the third most valuable publicly traded footwear brand in the world, behind Nike and Adidas.  That junior season was memorable for many reasons.  Yohanes van Meerten pictured with his parents, Brian van Meerten (left) and Sara Clancey (second from right) and his brother, Liam (right). (Photo courtesy of Sara Clancey) Besides winning the AIA Division II individual state title where he broke the course record and set a personal best of 14:25.7 for 5,000 meters (second all-time in Arizona), van Meerten finished second at the Nike Cross Nationals, which is essentially the country’s high school national championship. It was the best-ever race from an Arizona runner, setting the stage for what he hopes will be an even better senior season.  In his coach’s eyes, van Meerten has the mentality, along with immense natural talent, that allows for unlimited potential, but Painter doesn’t want to put unnecessary expectations on what he can achieve.  As coach of Flagstaff’s boys and girls teams since 2003, she has guided the Eagles to 21 state titles and 14 individual champions, and now has an up-close look at van Meerten’s considerable abilities. “Yohanes has an internal switch that when it turns on he is unstoppable, especially when combined with his natural talent,” Painter said. “He turns into a distance running machine.  He has so much potential still inside of him. It’s exciting for me as his coach to think ‘How fast will he run over these next 10-15 years?’  “I think we have only seen the tip of the iceberg. It’s hard to project what he will accomplish without putting unnecessary pressures or expectations on him but I think he’ll be a fun one to watch as he continues to develop.” As van Meerten’s parents reflect on the infant they adopted in Ethiopia, they also are hesitant to predict the future for their son. Whatever he is doing and no matter where he goes, they just want him to be content.  “We know he’s a hard worker,” Clancey said. “He has the talent and good relationships with others connections, and we will just kind of see where that leads him. We’re not able to predict, but we just want him to be happy wherever it is and whatever he’s doing.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13a5775342cf4db90c755 Washington state's high school sports league puts onus for trans athlete controversy on state laws te 2026-10-15T20:40:55.339Z Washington state's high school sports league puts onus for trans athlete controversy on state laws Washington state has been rocked in recent weeks by a controversy involving a male cross-country runner who switched from a boys’ team to a girls’ team mid-season. The controversy culminated in a protest Tuesday, when about a dozen female runners for Camas High School walked off the course, refusing to compete with their new male teammate. The association governing Washington school sports says state law prevents it from implementing the proposed changes to its participation policy. In a statement to OutKick, the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) said it cannot adopt a new policy to keep males out of girls’ sports, even if its members vote for a policy change, as it would be "in violation of Washington state law." DAD BANNED FROM SCHOOL GROUNDS AFTER PROTESTING TRANS RUNNER COMPETING AGAINST HIS DAUGHTER "In the last two years, through the association’s amendment process, three amendments have been proposed to alter the gender-identity participation policies. Those amendments did not meet the 60% threshold to pass. Nevertheless, even if the amendments had met the threshold and passed, the WIAA cannot implement a policy that is in violation of Washington state law and the amendments proposed would have violated state law. If state law changes, the WIAA Executive Board will revise policies as necessary to remain in compliance with state law," part of the WIAA’s statement read. Washington voters are set to decide whether to change the rules next month. Initiative 638, which would prohibit biological male students from competing in certain female-only school sports and require a healthcare provider's verification of biological sex, will be on the state ballot on Nov. 3. Democrats currently hold majorities in both chambers of the state legislature and control the governor’s office. Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson has expressed opposition to Initiative 638. WHERE TOP DEMOCRAT SENATE CANDIDATES AND THEIR GOP OPPONENTS STAND ON TRANS ATHLETES IN WOMEN'S SPORTS "Washingtonians should know that I-638 won’t create opportunities for girls, but it will force them into invasive sex verification exams in order to participate in sports," Ferguson said in a statement published Sept. 29 by the opposition campaign, No Hate in WA State. The measure reached the ballot after lawmakers took no action on it during the 2026 session. Earlier this year, Democratic legislative leaders said they would leave the decision to voters. The vote will come as the state grapples with multiple controversies involving males in girls’ sports, including the Camas cross-country runner and a separate incident involving a transgender wrestler who allegedly sexually assaulted a female athlete during a match last December, according to the female athlete’s lawsuit. Prosecutors declined to file criminal charges in that case. In its statement to OutKick, the WIAA described itself as a membership-driven association whose members create its rules. It said its gender-identity participation policy has been in place since the 2007-08 school year and was adopted to align with Washington law. "The WIAA is a membership-driven association. The membership creates the rules found in the WIAA Handbook. The gender-identity participation policies found in the WIAA Handbook at Rule 18.16.0 have been in place for 20 years, since the 2007-08 school year. The rules were passed to align with Washington state law. The WIAA remains committed to following Washington state law … which permits student-athletes to participate in sports consistent with the gender with which they identify," the statement read. "WIAA Handbook 18.16.0 states that school personnel will work collaboratively with the student to determine eligibility, however, a timeline for switching teams is not designated. WIAA Handbook 17.11 establishes practice regulations, outlining the minimum number of practice requirements. WIAA Handbook 18.2.1 demonstrates that student’s must be deemed eligible by the respective sport’s 50% date in order to be eligible to participate in postseason competition. "The WIAA Handbook provides the framework for schools, leagues, and WIAA Districts to operate events throughout the year. The WIAA Office does not manage day-to-day league and WIAA District events and instead is tasked with running WIAA State Tournaments. For example, the WIAA Office establishes signage policies for WIAA State events, but not league or WIAA District contests. Once again, the WIAA is a membership-driven association." After the U.S. Supreme Court upheld other states’ laws restricting transgender athletes’ participation in girls’ and women’s sports in landmark rulings in June, Washington’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) said the decisions did not change Washington law. The agency said Superintendent Chris Reykdal would continue enforcing state law allowing students to compete consistent with their gender identity. "Today’s decision reinforces Washington state’s ability to adopt and implement our own laws in alignment with our values," Reykdal said in the June 30 statement. The distinction matters for families seeking a different policy: a ruling allowing states to restrict participation does not itself enact such a restriction in Washington. Initiative 638 would require school districts and covered athletic associations to prohibit students it defines as biologically male from competing with or against female students in certain competitions intended for female students only. It would apply to individual and team events. Students entering those competitions would have to provide a signed statement from a personal healthcare provider verifying biological sex through reproductive anatomy, genetic makeup or naturally produced testosterone levels. Backers, led by Let’s Go Washington, say the measure would preserve fair competition and opportunities for girls. They argue that transgender students would retain opportunities to participate in sports in categories corresponding to their sex. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Opponents say the measure would exclude transgender girls and create new medical and privacy burdens for girls seeking to play school sports. Supporters dispute Ferguson’s characterization of the verification requirement. Let’s Go Washington says the measure does not mandate genital examinations and that verification could occur through the existing sports-physical process. The political decision to leave the initiative for voters was clear months before the Camas protest. In January, Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen and House Speaker Laurie Jinkins said they did not plan to hold hearings on the sports initiative and a separate parental-rights measure, according to the Washington State Standard. "I’m certain that we will not be passing either of those initiatives," Pedersen said, per the Washington State Standard. "They’ll be up to the voters to decide." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13a4675342cf4db90c74c Democratic senator accuses Biden administration of 'completely' chickening out on Supreme Court reform te 2026-10-15T20:40:38.392Z Democratic senator accuses Biden administration of 'completely' chickening out on Supreme Court reform Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., called out the Biden administration on Wednesday for a lack of action taken on the Supreme Court and said they were "completely chicken" on it. The Lever's David Sirota asked Whitehouse about what "legitimate" resistance to the court might look like if a Democratic president believed the Supreme Court was "enabling an anti-democratic project." "Well, I think it starts with truth telling and I think the chief executive of the United States has the proverbial bully, the bulliest of all pulpits, and should be prepared to make the argument about what has gone wrong with the courts. The Biden administration was highly reluctant to do that. They completely chickened out. Biden set up that lame committee commission on the Supreme Court and then squelched both Judge Gertner and Professor Tribe when they wanted to describe some of the actual problems at the court so that they couldn't even get that into the report," Whitehouse said. LIBERAL JUSTICE HAMMERS SUPREME COURT FOR FAST-TRACKING EMERGENCY DOCKET CASES He continued, "The Biden people didn't want to go there. They were completely chicken about all that. They wanted no part of that. And it — really wasn't until the very end, in his last speech after he and Harris had both lost that Biden seemed to have at least somewhat awakened to the fact that the Supreme Court had a real integrity problem." FLASHBACK: DEM SENATOR EMBROILED IN CONFLICT OF INTEREST ROW TARGETED SCOTUS IN ETHICS CRUSADE Nancy Gertner and Laurence Tribe served on former President Biden's Presidential Commission on the Supreme Court. Gertner and Tribe wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post in December 2021, calling for adding more justices to the court after the commission ultimately took no position on adding more justices. DEMOCRATIC SENATOR CLAIMS GOP 'STOLE' TWO SCOTUS SEATS IN 2016, 2020, CALLS FOR EXPANSION Gertner and Tribe were two of the 34 members of the commission, and wrote in The Washington Post, "We now believe that Congress must expand the size of the Supreme Court and do so as soon as possible. We did not come to this conclusion lightly." Whitehouse has been a proponent of Supreme Court ethics legislation as he has argued that the Court has been captured by "right-wing billionaires and special interests." GAVIN NEWSOM EXPRESSES 'OPENNESS' TO PACKING SCOTUS, CALLS ELECTORAL COLLEGE SYSTEM 'PERVERTED' Former Vice President Kamala Harris called for expanding the Supreme Court during an interview on Wednesday, among other big institutional changes, which included Electoral College reform. "The work that we can do about winning back the House and the Senate is going to be on a number of things. For example, I believe that we need to expand the Supreme Court. We need more justices on the Supreme Court so that we can have a court that actually reinforces the spirit and principles behind the Constitution of the United States," Harris told podcast host Keke Palmer on her "Baby, This is Keke Palmer" podcast. "I believe that we should be pushing for what is possible around changing the Electoral College. Right?" HARRIS LABELED 'INSTITUTIONAL ARSONIST' FOR PLAN TO FUNDAMENTALLY TRANSFORM SCOTUS AND ELECTORAL COLLEGE She also called for pursing statehood for Washington, D.C., as well as Puerto Rico. Her comments come days after her 2024 vice presidential running mate, Gov. Tim Walz, warned of a reckoning among Democrats if the party fails to deliver on structural change and promises should they take back Congress and potentially the presidency in 2028. "The odds of Democrats changing the composition of the Supreme Court through a constitutional amendment are near zero, while changing it via statutory legislation (such as expanding the number of seats or imposing term limits) would be extraordinarily difficult. It is a pipe dream. A fantasy. It’s nothing more than something to get their base excited about," Northwestern adjunct law professor Andrew Stoltmann told Fox News Digital in a statement. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE He continued, "A constitutional amendment requires a two-thirds vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, followed by ratification by three-fourths (38 of 50) of state legislatures. Given the deep divides, politically, this is almost impossible. It’s almost silly for Democrats to be arguing that this is a realistic possibility." Biden's office did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13a3775342cf4db90c72b Texas HC Steve Sarkisian Addresses Cam Coleman Issue te 2026-10-15T20:40:23.694Z Texas HC Steve Sarkisian Addresses Cam Coleman Issue Texas Longhorns head coach spoke about receiver Cam Coleman's lack of catches when speaking to the media this week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad13a3375342cf4db90c70f Amazon devices chief Panos Panay on the importance of failure and bouncing back from it  te 2026-10-15T20:40:19.094Z Amazon devices chief Panos Panay on the importance of failure and bouncing back from it  Panay said that it's possible to recover and learn from all sorts of failures, even catastrophic ones, when building products. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1381375342cf4db90c6f5 Built for the big stage: How ASU volleyball consistently defeats ranked opponents te 2026-10-15T20:31:15.995Z Built for the big stage: How ASU volleyball consistently defeats ranked opponents TEMPE – Before then-No. 11 Arizona State women’s volleyball team swept then-No. 8 TCU on Sunday, coach JJ Van Niel delivered a warning following the Sun Devils’ four-set victory over then-No. 23 Colorado two days earlier.  ASU needed to play cleaner.  The Sun Devils responded with one of their most complete performances of the season, sweeping TCU and climbing to No. 8 in the latest national rankings. TCU dropped to No. 10, while Colorado dropped to No. 25.  The victories marked ASU’s fifth and sixth wins over ranked opponents this season, adding to Van Niel’s success against top-25 competition. In his four seasons leading the program, Van Niel has accumulated 22 ranked victories against 11 losses vs. ranked opponents.  ASU’s wins over ranked opponents this season Aug. 22: No. 2 Texas, 3-1 Aug. 28: No. 14 Minnesota, 3-0 Sept. 11: No. 24 Oregon, 3-1 Sept. 17: No. 8 Stanford, 3-0 Oct. 9: No. 23 Colorado, 3-1 Oct. 11: No. 8 TCU, 3-0  The Sun Devils’ success against nationally ranked teams is not simply a matter of raising their intensity for marquee matchups. According to Van Niel and his players, it comes down to detailed scouting, aggressive serving, defensive discipline and the ability to make adjustments when opponents challenge their system.  “I thought my staff put together a really, really good game plan, and the kids executed it really well,” Van Niel said after Sunday’s victory. “We talked about being really scrappy on defense.”  That preparation begins long before the opening serve.  Against Colorado, ASU faced one of the Big 12’s best blocking teams. The Buffaloes forced the Sun Devils into difficult offensive situations, limiting ASU to a .179 hitting percentage.  Rather than relying solely on powerful swings, the Sun Devils adjusted their approach by identifying openings in Colorado’s defense.  Graduate outside hitter Aniya Clinton said ASU studied Colorado’s defensive positioning and emphasized finding ways to score without always attacking at full power.  “Not everything had to be power,” Clinton said. “We kind of talked a lot this week about working smarter, not harder.”  That approach helped ASU overcome its offensive struggles while relying on defense to keep Colorado from establishing a consistent rhythm.  The Sun Devils recorded 81 digs and held the Buffaloes to a .056 hitting percentage. ASU’s ability to extend rallies and force Colorado into additional attacks became an important part of the victory.  Junior middle blocker Zoey Burgess said ASU’s preparation allows its blockers to recognize opponents’ tendencies and position themselves accordingly.  “We do a lot of film,” Burgess said. “Our coaches are very individualized with every different aspect of the game, and it does make you feel very well prepared.” The defensive preparation also involves constant communication.  Clinton credited the coaching staff with helping players identify opposing hitters’ tendencies, while Burgess said communication from teammates behind the block allows her to make decisions more confidently at the net.  When ASU executes those assignments, the Sun Devils can turn difficult defensive situations into offensive opportunities.  “We talk a lot about trying to smother our opponents defensively, and it starts with a serve,” Van Niel said following the Colorado victory.  That philosophy became particularly evident against TCU.  Entering Sunday’s match, the Horned Frogs had won 12 consecutive matches and were undefeated in Big 12 play. TCU had also established itself as one of the conference’s most efficient offensive teams.  ASU prevented the Horned Frogs from finding that rhythm.  The Sun Devils recorded seven service aces while committing six service errors, repeatedly forcing TCU into uncomfortable offensive situations. The serving pressure limited the Horned Frogs’ ability to run their preferred attacking combinations and helped ASU’s blockers anticipate where the ball would go.  Van Niel said the performance reflected an improvement from Friday, when ASU struggled with its serve receive and passing against Colorado. “When you do that and our setters get their hands on it, we can put up some good balls, and we’ve got physical kids to put it away,” Van Niel said.  The result was a substantial difference in offensive efficiency between the two teams.  While ASU hit .357, TCU struggled, hitting .048. The Horned Frogs’ difficulty scoring reflected the combination of serving pressure, disciplined blocking and defenders extending rallies.  Senior opposite hitter Noemie Glover said the Sun Devils entered the match understanding where TCU’s attackers preferred to hit.  “From a blocking standpoint, just being a battle up there, we know what shots they wanted to hit,” Glover said. “How do we make them adjust and make them hit a different play?” The ability to force opponents away from their strengths is one reason ASU has remained competitive against nationally ranked programs.  Rather than depending on one element of its game, the Sun Devils aim to create pressure throughout each rally. Aggressive serving disrupts an opponent’s first contact, disciplined blocking limits attacking options and strong back-row defense gives ASU opportunities to transition into its own offense.  Senior libero Faith Frame said that the connection between serving and defense was especially important against TCU.  “We served and passed really well today,” Frame said. “I feel like we really attacked at the service line, and that then helps everything else in the game.” The team’s confidence also comes from knowing what each player is expected to contribute.  Frame said the Sun Devils have focused on making their huddles more productive, using the moments between rallies to communicate adjustments and maintain their composure.  “We’ve been focusing a lot on our huddles and making them efficient, and coming in and saying what we’re going to do better the next play,” Frame said. For Burgess, that trust had developed throughout the season as the Sun Devils have become more comfortable playing together. She said the team has continued to build chemistry through practices, film sessions and difficult matches, forging confidence in one another when the pressure increases.  That mentality was tested against Colorado, when ASU lost the opening set and had to fight through stretches of inconsistent play.  Two days later, the Sun Devils demonstrated what happens when those same elements come together from the beginning.  The sweep of TCU provided a convincing example of ASU’s potential, but Van Niel cautioned against treating one performance as a defining statement.  The Sun Devils’ (13-3, 4-1 Big 12) next challenge comes Thursday against rival Arizona (6-10, 1-4 Big 12), another opportunity to demonstrate that the execution against TCU can become a consistent standard.  Glover believes the team’s success against ranked opponents reflects the expectations ASU has established for itself, regardless of where opponents appear in the national rankings. “At the end of the day, they don’t matter,” Glover said. “You see the team for what they are, and you beat them.” For Van Niel, the formula is less about the number beside an opponent’s name and more about what the Sun Devils do on their side of the net.  Sunday showed how effective that formula can be. Now ASU must prove it can repeat it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad137e275342cf4db90c6bd Comedian Bert Kreischer compares perfect burger to great sex: 'Doesn't need to be fancy' te 2026-10-15T20:30:26.081Z Comedian Bert Kreischer compares perfect burger to great sex: 'Doesn't need to be fancy' Comedian Bert Kreischer knows a thing or two about burgers, and his recipe for the perfect one is surprisingly simple — even if his description is anything but family-friendly. "A good burger is like great sex. It doesn't need to be fancy," Kreischer said in an interview ahead of his appearance as host of the Burger Bash at Thursday night's New York City Wine & Food Festival. For Kreischer, the ideal burger doesn't require exotic ingredients or elaborate toppings. He prefers the classics: a buttery, toasted brioche bun, American cheese and traditional fixings. WAHLBURGERS CHEF PAUL WAHLBERG SHARES SIMPLE RULES FOR GRILLING PERFECT MEMORIAL DAY BURGER "I've got to be in a mood to have a raspberry jam and goat cheese on a burger," he said. The comedian's passion for burgers goes well beyond punchlines. On his cooking show, "Something's Burning," Kreischer became so proficient at making smash burgers that he found himself eating them around the clock. "I got so good at making smash burgers that I went through a smash burger phase where I was having them for breakfast, lunch and dinner," he recalled. STOP MAKING A COMMON BURGER MISTAKE, CHEF WARNS: 'ONE OF THE WORST THINGS YOU CAN DO' Eventually, Kreischer said, he had to stop making them so frequently. But one burger still holds a special place in his heart: the one served at Guy Fieri's burger bar aboard Carnival cruise ships. "The best thing Guy Fieri has ever done in his life is the f------ Guy Fieri burger bar on the cruise ships," Kreischer said. "That is the best burger you'll ever have." He particularly appreciates the generous portions, the option to double up on patties and cheese, and the freedom to customize his burger with whatever toppings he wants. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Kreischer, who is preparing to host his own Fully Loaded at Sea comedy cruise featuring a live taping of "Something's Burning," said he'd happily spend an afternoon making burgers behind the counter if the ship had a Guy Fieri burger bar. For now, his attention is on Burger Bash, where some of the country's top burger makers will compete for bragging rights. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Although Kreischer has no shortage of opinions about what makes a winning burger, he's relieved that his role is to host rather than judge, as he did earlier this year at the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Yeah, it's so much better than judging it," he said. For Kreischer, the best burgers aren't necessarily the most adventurous. Sometimes, a perfectly cooked patty, melted American cheese and a toasted bun are all it takes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad137df75342cf4db90c6b4 Rep Andy Harris threatens to have student journalist prosecuted for recording press conference te 2026-10-15T20:30:23.437Z Rep Andy Harris threatens to have student journalist prosecuted for recording press conference Rep. Andy Harris, R-Md., incorrectly insisted that a University of Maryland student journalist was violating state law when she recorded him at a news conference, threatening to refer her to prosecutors during a heated exchange after a debate Tuesday. Speaking in a crowded hallway after an October 13 debate with Democratic challenger Dan Schwartz, Harris demanded that University of Maryland student journalist Cat Murphy stop recording the news conference, arguing that Maryland's two-party consent law required his permission. He was annoyed that she defended a reporter from the Baltimore Banner, who had irked him with a "silly" question about why he participated in the debate.  "You do not have my permission to record. If you record, we will refer you to the prosecutor," Harris told Murphy, who responded that other journalists were already recording the news conference. PRESS FREEDOM GROUPS THAT BLASTED TRUMP TURN FIRE ON DEM GOVERNOR OVER ALLEGED MEDIA RETALIATION "But you are not allowed to. We are in a two-party state, you are not allowed to," an agitated Harris said while pointing in the student’s face. The student asked why she, specifically, wasn’t allowed to record and Harris continued to grow frustrated. "Because I refuse to give you permission to record," Harris said. "Do you know the law?" The student attempted to have a different journalist hold her recording device, and a separate reporter tried to explain to Harris that the interview was occurring in a public forum. "I’m a legislator… I actually know the law well," Harris insisted. VIDEO SHOWS MAINE WIRE REPORTER NEARLY BEING RUN OVER BY CAR AFTER CONFRONTATION Murphy then tried to question Harris, who represents Maryland's 1st Congressional District, about the war in Iran. "You’re going to have to take her camera," Harris said to someone in the room. "She is violating the law. In fact, get an officer in here. She’s violating the law on two-party recording. We need an officer." Other reporters repeatedly told Harris they were "in public," but he responded that it "makes no difference whatsoever." LAWMAKER’S STUNNED FACE AND OTHER VIRAL MOMENTS CAP ROUGH WEEK FOR POLITICAL CLASS Harris continued to insist that Murphy needed his permission to record before ending the news conference and walking away. "She’s ruining all your chances to get an answer about anything. See y’all," he said while exiting. "Thank her profusely." In Maryland, the consent requirement only applies to "private conversation," according to the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press (RCFP). Footage of the incident quickly went viral, and Harris was widely mocked for botching the law. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The University of Maryland's Philip Merrill College of Journalism, where Murphy is a student, defended her actions in a statement. "Cat Murphy is a master's student at the University of Maryland, credentialed as a reporter for our Capital News Service and doing the job we teach our students to do. Cat recorded openly in a public space alongside other news outlets, and that is her legal right," Dean Rafael Lorente said in a statement. "I'm proud of how she handled herself in a difficult situation." Harris’ office did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. Merrill College of Journalism did not immediately respond when asked for comment from Murphy. Murphy told CNN that Harris had suggested during the debate that the war in Iran could have gone "smoother," and she was seeking clarification. The exchange also drew reactions from journalists and other social media users. Harris is the only Republican in Maryland's congressional delegation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad135b475342cf4db90c647 ESPN is about to make a tragic mistake, college football team hangs with cheerleaders & MLB's Abby Labar! te 2026-10-15T20:21:08.817Z ESPN is about to make a tragic mistake, college football team hangs with cheerleaders & MLB's Abby Labar! 'Nightcaps' is a daily column that catches you up on the biggest sports, news and culture stories you may have missed while pretending to do work at your desk. It runs Monday-Friday on OutKick.com. Over the hump and safely into a big Thursday — which, during the fall, is basically the start of the weekend. Congrats, you made it! Football tonight. Playoff baseball this afternoon AND tonight. More football tomorrow. And the next day. And the day after that! Who has it better than us right now? We're halfway through October, which is a bummer. That just means we need to appreciate this time even more. And we will. Let's roll. Welcome to a Thursday Nightcaps — the one where ESPN is about to make one of the dumbest decisions it has made in years, which is saying something given its recent history. BREAKING UP TROY AIKMAN AND JOE BUCK WOULD BE A BIG MISTAKE FOR ESPN | BOBBY BURACK What else? I've got Western Kentucky players partying with Sam Houston State cheerleaders after destroying the Bearkats last night, Dodgers fans are getting DRAGGED through the mud today, and MLB Network's Abby Labar checks in on this third Thursday of October. OK, grab you a headset and head on up to the ESPN booth because you could be next in line on Monday nights, and settle in for a Thursday 'Cap! I hate to start with a competitor today, but ESPN has left me no choice. Obviously, the big story in the sports media world today is the ongoing riff between Troy Aikman and Joe Buck. It started to percolate a few days ago when a report said the two had an argument before Monday night's game in LA, and it all stems from the fact the Buck recently signed a contract extension with ESPN. Troy — Joe's longtime partner in the booth — has not. Some threw cold water on the report, which came from Front Office Sports. Some. Not Troy. Take a listen: SUPER BOWL LXI GETS PAT MCAFEE TREATMENT AS ESPN ADDS ALTERNATE BROADCAST "There’s probably a time and a place for all that. I don’t know if now is the time," Aikman said when asked about it this morning. "I don’t know if it’s hard to figure out kind of what happened. I’ll broadcast through this season and I’ll be a free agent at the end of the year and kind of see what happens. "I’m looking forward to whatever the rest of this season does hold and the Super Bowl and all that and where my next landing spot may be." Lordy. Couple things ... There's also this little video that's making the rounds in the wake of the reported argument. It was taken by a fan before Monday's game in LA, and shows Buck and his wife appearing to have some sort of ... disagreement? ... on the field during warm-ups: Could be nothing, but ... it could also be something. My take? I'd be stunned if ESPN let Aikman go. Stunned. These two were a package deal when they joined ESPN a few years ago, and, by all accounts (ratings!), it's been one of the very few successes at the company in the last decade. As for potential landing spots for Aikman should ESPN not pony up ... Bottom line? ESPN would be INSANE to do this. But, as we've learned through the years, ESPN is a generally insane company. The good news? For you McAfee haters out there, you don't have to worry about him joining the booth any time soon: Could you imagine the absolute outrage if ESPN put Pat McAfee in the MNF booth? The internet would burn. Part of me just wants to see it happen for the meltdown. Sadly, it appears to be a silly rumor, which almost NEVER happens on the internet! OK, let's rapid-fire this Thursday class into a big night of FOOTBALL! First up? I've spent all day kicking myself for putting actual US currency on the Sam Houston Bearkats last night. They got smoked by Western Kentucky, and looked lifeless the entire game. The Hilltoppers won, 16-3 (miserable game to watch), and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound when the final buzzer rang: Incredible. What a move by these Western Kentucky players. Beating the brakes off a team on its home turf is one thing, but to then put the moves on its cheerleaders when it's all said and done is next-level psychological warfare. That's tough to come back from as a program ... CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE And so is this, for you Dodgers fans: Lordy. Brutal — and I mean brutal — showing for the LA faithful last night. No sugar-coating that. The internet has ganged up on the Rays throughout these playoffs for the empty seats at The Trop, so we have to be fair and hammer the Dodgers here. You can't have empty seats for an NLCS game. You just can't do it. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Bad look. Finally, on the way out, here's MLB Network's Abby Labar getting in a workout while the rest of the world freaks out about Shane Gillis. Patriot. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER See y'all tomorrow. Thoughts on Aikman and Buck? Zach.Dean@OutKick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad135a775342cf4db90c63e Best MLB Betting Sites and Apps for 2026 — Top Baseball Sportsbooks Ranked te 2026-10-15T20:20:55.757Z Best MLB Betting Sites and Apps for 2026 — Top Baseball Sportsbooks Ranked Baseball always brings great sports betting opportunities, especially around the playoffs. The World Series in 2026 starts on Oct. 23. Even after that, the 2027 season starts on March 25, and the All-Star Game comes on July 13, 2027. We are here to help you figure out which MLB betting sites are best and for what reasons. This page will help you understand the reason to use a site for run line bets, moneylines, totals and props. Each sportsbook reviewed is legal and licensed, but availability will depend on your individual state. With so many different betting apps available, it can be difficult to figure out where and why to bet on the MLB. Below, we’ve given you a list of the different apps and what makes them unique.  We’ve examined all of the sportsbooks on the market and compiled reasons why each are a home run in their own way. FanDuel is one of the most complete books to use for betting on baseball. They offer competitive lines on games (sides, totals, run line) and a wide variety of player props.  Our Verdict Finding an app that provides you with great lines on both games and player props is rare, but FanDuel has accomplished it. The same-game parlay builder is one of the best in the industry and makes building bets for baseball a breeze.  If you’re looking for an app to make great plus money bets, the deep alternative run lines and alternative totals on BetMGM are some of the best available.  Our Verdict Variety is the spice of life, and BetMGM offers more ways to bet on a single game than anyone on the market. Their welcome offer is one of the most generous in the industry and is great for large bettors. You can get your losing wager back in bonus bets, up to $1,500. An alternative welcome offer for those in MI, NJ, PA, and WV is to bet $10 and earn $150 in bonus bets.  Baseball has a lot of swings — a team can go up big and blow the game. Bet365 offers users a chance to have their moneyline wager cashed if their team goes up by five runs, regardless of what happens the rest of the game.  Our Verdict Having access to many books is a good option for sports bettors. You can shop around and get the best price for your game. Bet365 is the ideal spot for that, even if it may not be as popular a sportsbook as FanDuel or BetMGM.  If you’re a sports fan and a sports bettor, you can bet on games on Fanatics Sportsbook and get points for FanCash, which can be used to purchase memorabilia or merchandise.  Our Verdict Baseball fans will love Fanatics Sportsbook for its seamless integration between betting and fandom. Every wager placed gets you FanCash, and it can be used for future memorabilia and merchandise purchases.  Statistics are a key component of baseball, whether you bet it or not. theScore Bet integrates statistics and news into the app. This allows users to have informed bets without leaving theScore Bet.  Our Verdict theScore Bet allows fans who are tracking games and players to convert that information and data into a wager. Their welcome offer provides a nice opportunity to receive bonus bets if your first wager loses.  Hard Rock Bet provides users with Unity Rewards, which can be used for stays, dining, and other perks at Hard Rock properties. It is the only legal online sportsbook in Florida.  Our Verdict Hard Rock Bet is the easy, and only, choice for Florida residents. However, they are legal in Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia as well. Outside of Florida, Hard Rock Bet is a great choice for its rewards program, which gives points on wagers.   FanDuel and BetMGM are the official MLB sports betting partners. These books offer a closer relationship with the game, but it should be noted that odds, props, and information are not impacted positively or negatively based on their relationship.  Hard Rock Bet is the officially licensed sportsbook of the MLB Players, Inc. This allows them to utilize names, imagery, and other things, but not the league. Even if other apps are not officially partners with the MLB in any way, ones like theScore Bet, bet365, and Fanatics are still legal and offer competitive odds.  Ranking the best MLB betting sites takes multiple things into consideration. The criteria listed below are some of the factors that we consider, and all are reviewed regularly.  With so many different teams, players, games, and options, understanding what bets are available for betting on the MLB can be tough. We’ve provided an explanation of everything below with hypothetical odds.  The most popular bet in baseball is a moneyline wager. You are picking the team that will win the game. This is a full game bet, not a certain number of innings or after nine innings. For example, if the game goes into extra innings, whoever wins after the game is complete wins the moneyline bet.  In baseball, a lot of games are 1-run games, roughly 30% in any given year. A run line bet is almost always +/- 1.5 runs. The +1.5 is almost always heavily juiced. The -1.5 is almost always listed at plus money. If you think a team will win big, this is often a better wager than the moneyline.  Totals are often set at 7.5, 8.5 or 9.5 for any game. Sportsbooks consider pitchers, weather, and ballpark factors to post this total. You can choose over or under the total for the two teams' combined runs scored in the game.  The first five bets are great if you don’t want to worry about a bullpen coming into the game and ruining a wager. First five inning bets are available with a moneyline, run line, or total option, among other markets.  If you think one player will do well, or poorly, in a game, almost any player in a game will have a line on homers, hits, runs scored, total bases, RBIs or more. Pitchers will have odds for strikeouts, walks, hits allowed, earned runs allowed, and outs recorded.  A same game parlay is a game where you can put wagers on multiple things to happen in one game, but they must all happen in the way you predict in order for the wager to cash. Because they are often correlated, the payout isn’t always as high as separate games.  As soon as the first pitch happens, the odds on games will start to change. You can wager on active games daily. Each game will have a total and moneyline (among other things) that can be bet on based on what is occurring in each game.  Future bets are available on win totals, World Series winners, division winners, or individual awards. These are typically available all year long, but the market or specific player may not be available during live games.  Betting on the World Series and other futures is a great way to get plus money value if you’re willing to wait for the payout. Something like a World Series winner bet will not pay out until the World Series is over. This is the time to check at multiple locations because one book might have a winner listed at +500 while another might be at +650.  Futures markets range from individual players to team wagers. Before the season starts, bettors can wager on things like how many homers a player will hit in the year. As the season goes on, you may want to bet on someone to win the MVP or Cy Young award. Some of the options you might consider wagering on are listed below:  As an example, the current World Series winner from BetMGM is the Los Angeles Dodgers, listed at +120. Baseball is one of the best sports to bet on live because there are so many natural pauses in the game for you to make adjustments. There is time between each pitch, between innings, and between half innings. Bet365 and FanDuel are two of the best options for wagering on live games in the MLB.  Some of the most common things to wager on in a live game are live player props, live totals, and the next team to score. In 2025, MLB and partners capped single bets on individual pitch outcomes at $200 due to a pitch-rigging investigation that saw pitchers throwing bad pitches intentionally.  With all of the breaks in action and the partnerships, live betting provides you with awesome opportunities to place in-game wagers. The sports betting apps can also provide you with streaming options as well.  Betting on the MLB is available virtually any day of the year. When the World Series ends, the betting for the next season begins. Once the regular season starts, you often cannot find win total markets. They do reappear around the All-Star Break, though. Individual awards bets, division winners, and other options are available every day.  If you aren’t sure about our ratings of the sports betting apps, take the review scores of thousands of Apple or Android users. MLB betting has a lot of opportunities to make money, but there can also be times when bettors overlook different things, and it costs them some of their bankroll. We’ve put a few things for you to remember as you’re betting on MLB games:  Sports betting should be fun. It is hard to win, and there is no such thing as a "sure thing." If you’re not having fun, or risking money you can’t afford to lose, consider using one of these resources.  We consider the best MLB betting site to be FanDuel Sportsbook. They offer the most complete listing and offerings for users. There are great prices on moneylines, totals, and run lines, in addition to player prop markets.  FanDuel and BetMGM are official sportsbook partners of MLB. Hard Rock Bet has a partnership with MLB Players Inc.  Run line betting in baseball is essentially spread betting in any other sport. The most common number is +/- 1.5, which means the team at -1.5 has to win by two or more runs. Any team at +1.5 can lose the game, but not by more than one run.  Depending on how you placed the wager, your bet could be voided if the starting pitcher changes. Some wagers where the specific pitcher listed is not specified mean the bet has action regardless of who starts.   Yes, you can bet on live MLB games. Bet365 and FanDuel Sportsbook have some of the best interfaces and apps for sports betting.  You can bet on the World Series on any of the sports betting apps we’ve mentioned. That includes pre-game wagers, in-game wagers, and future bets.  Any one of the 39 states that offer legal sports betting in the United States allows you to place wagers on baseball. Please check your individual state for legal sports betting rules and app availability.  You can only wager $200 on a single pitch in baseball due to previous issues with players compromising the integrity of the game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad135a375342cf4db90c635 College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams in 2027, with more games coming to campuses across the country te 2026-10-15T20:20:51.375Z College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams in 2027, with more games coming to campuses across the country The College Football Playoff is doubling up. After what will be just three years of having a 12-team CFB Playoff, the field is being expanded to 24 teams beginning in 2027. Signs have long been pointing to an expansion, but now the final piece of the puzzle has all but fallen into place with ESPN reportedly jumping on board; this drastic change to the sport is taking shape in a hurry. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Sources have confirmed with OutKick's Trey Wallace that a meeting between representatives from ESPN and the College Football Playoff will take place on Thursday, in which a deal will be finalized between the two that will see ESPN purchase the additional games that come with the expanded tournament. ESPN's current deal to broadcast the College Football Playoff runs through 2031. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! With the addition of Playoff games, it is safe to assume that 2026 will be the final year we see conference championship games played across Power Four and Group of Six conferences. Additionally, fewer bowl games will take place beginning in 2027. Sources also confirmed with Wallace that the 24-team Playoff bracket will feature 19 at-large bids, with one auto bid going to each of the Power Four conferences and the fifth and final auto bid going to a Group of Six team. One of the more intriguing wrinkles of the expanded Playoff is that the first two rounds of the postseason tournament will, according to sources, be played on campuses. As noted by Wallace in early October, the SEC and Big Ten, the two most powerful conferences in the sport, were the final two entities to come to a decision on the expansion. ESPN owns the television rights to the SEC, while the Big Ten is under contract with FOX, which could make for an interesting dynamic behind the scenes. Aside from this move likely signaling the end of conference title games, it could signal a new era in the Big Ten with teams having to commit to more difficult non-conference games. Sources tell Wallace that Big Ten teams could be mandated to add a Power Four opponent to the calendar. The SEC made a proactive move ahead of this current college football season by moving to a nine-game conference schedule. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1359c75342cf4db90c62c Ilhan Omar's husband snaps over rumors she fled US after federal immigration fraud raid te 2026-10-15T20:20:44.966Z Ilhan Omar's husband snaps over rumors she fled US after federal immigration fraud raid While Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has not been seen publicly since federal agents raided her Washington, D.C., residence on Monday, her political consultant husband was once again spotted emerging from their shared rental home this week. Tim Mynett was seen Wednesday stepping out in the neighborhood to walk their Golden Labrador Retriever dog Teddy, a second time later that same day to take out the trash and a third time to walk out his wife's staffer. "There are rumors that the congresswoman left the country, is that true?" Mynett was asked while on an evening walk with Teddy. "You guys are annoying the hell out of all the neighbors around here, man," he told Fox News Digital when approached about the developments this week, including President Donald Trump weighing in on the saga. One of Omar's congressional staffers was captured the same day bringing into the couple's home two large bags from fast food chain Burger King. Security escorted her to the door and staking out in front of the house after she entered with the meal. ILHAN OMAR’S EMBATTLED HUSBAND APPEARS AT SCENE OF HSI RAID IN MIDST OF CRIMINAL FRAUD INVESTIGATION Rumors swirled that Omar fled from the country following the raid carried out by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) as part of a criminal fraud investigation looking into the Somali-born congresswoman’s immigration paperwork, as first reported by Fox News Digital. Omar’s cellphone and passport were reportedly seized by federal authorities during the search. The congresswoman's staff helped to get her birth year adjusted from 1981 to 1982 in the Minnesota Legislative Reference Library, according to reporters. Omar gained citizenship automatically through her father’s naturalization since she was reportedly 17 years old at the time. If Omar was born in 1981, she would have been 18 years old, meaning the validity of her citizenship could be threatened because she was no longer a minor. The altered birthdate was published during her entire time serving in Minnesota’s House and for months into her time serving in Congress. When asked about the federal investigation earlier this week, Mynett told Fox News Digital he has "no concerns" about what federal authorities will find on his wife while investigating her immigration pathway. "My wife came here when she was 12 years old as a child war refugee," Mynett said. "No concerns." His comments to Fox News Digital come after Omar’s relatives were reportedly issued subpoenas as part of HSI’s investigation into the congresswoman's immigration paperwork. At least two of Omar's relatives were subpoenaed, one of which is reportedly Omar’s sister, Sahra Noor. ILHAN OMAR’S HUSBAND INSISTS HE HAS ‘NO CONCERNS’ AMID FEDERAL IMMIGRATION INVESTIGATION Fox News Digital asked Mynett about President Donald Trump publicly questioning Omar’s net worth by alleging on Truth Social that her accountant may have reported fraudulent money when her previous financial disclosure listed the couple's shared net worth as high as $30 million. "Why did Ilhan Omar report a Net Worth of up to 30 Million Dollars just a short time ago, and then immediately say, "Oh, I made a mistake! It’s really $100,000." Could it be that her highly paid accountant actually reported the money that was stolen from her fraudulent activities in Minnesota? Would something like that be possible? Do you think the accountant actually gave the right number the first time, 30 Million Dollars, and then she was forced to disavow because she never would have been able to report where that much money came from? She must have freaked out when she saw that money!" Trump posted to Truth Social on Tuesday. "Where did her house come from, where did her cars come from, and what about her lovely place in Washington, D.C.? I didn’t know that Congressmen and women made that kind of money, but I do know her husband, according to information and belief, makes almost nothing, so it couldn’t have come from him. How many people did she illegally bring into our Country from Somalia? America wants answers, and we want them, NOW!" Mynett is at the center of yet another investigation into Omar — this time looking into her finances. Following Monday’s HSI raid, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Tuesday that her office is also investigating Omar's financial disclosures about reporting of her and Mynett’s shared net worth. OMAR FACES MOUNTING SCRUTINY AFTER FRAUD RINGLEADER SENTENCED TO 41 YEARS Scrutiny of Omar's finances intensified after her 2024 congressional financial disclosure listed business interests associated with Mynett valued between $6 million and $30 million. Omar's office subsequently said the figures were incorrect and amended the filing. The largest change in the documents was from Mynett’s assets. His reported ownership interests in both his winery and venture capital advisory firm, which were previously valued in the millions of dollars, are listed with no value now. In Omar’s 2024 financial disclosure records, Mynett’s share in his winery was valued between $1 million and $5 million, and his share at the venture capital advisory firm was valued between $5 million and $25 million. Now, his equity interests are both listed at $0. Omar's office previously told Fox News Digital that Mynett has partners in both businesses and said the earlier disclosure mistakenly reflected the businesses' total equity rather than his ownership interest. The office also said the original filing listed assets without accounting for liabilities. Officials noted that the investigation into Omar's financial disclosures are unrelated to the raid on her home. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1358575342cf4db90c5f3 Tucson’s first Big Gay 5K runs Oct. 24 at Armory Park te 2026-10-15T20:20:21.862Z Tucson’s first Big Gay 5K runs Oct. 24 at Armory Park Runners, drag queens and roller derby skaters will take over Armory Park on Saturday, Oct. 24, for the first-ever Big Gay 5K, the centerpiece of a weekend of queer events across Tucson. Big Gay Weekend runs Friday, Oct. 23, through Sunday, Oct. 25, with drag bingo, a pool party, a drag brunch, a movie screening and more. Race director Lee Collenberg said she wanted the run to give people a reason to stick around for more than one event. “There are a lot of interesting, creative, queer-focused events in town, but a lot of times it feels like they pop up and then they go away and you just got to wait for a while for another one,” Collenberg said. “I really liked the idea of the 5K anchoring a weekend of other things to do.” The main event happens Saturday morning. The 5K starts at 9 a.m. at Armory Park and loops through the neighborhood before finishing back at the park. Runners of all skill levels are welcome to go at their own pace, and everyone is encouraged to dress up. Drag queen Lucinda Holliday, the weekend’s official announcer, will provide commentary along the course. According to the race website, TC Tolbert, a former Tucson poet laureate, will open the race with a poem instead of an anthem. The website says every 5K participant gets custom Big Gay socks instead of a race shirt. Registration for the 5K and High Heel Havoc is available through RunSignup. The second race, High Heel Havoc, is a one-block dash in heels for prizes that kicks off at 10:30 a.m. Before it starts, Holliday will size up the competition at a heel check at 10:15 a.m. “Instead of a weigh-in, like a boxing match, we’re going to have a slay-in where Lucinda will kind of analyze each participant, make sure their heels are high enough, see how high their hair is,” Collenberg said. Tucson Spotlight is free for every reader because donors make it possible. Join them. Jay Baker, who performs as the Glitter Goblin, and Big Gay 5K race director Lee Collenberg. Baker will run the race’s beer garden with the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, which gets 25% of all proceeds. Courtesy of Big Gay 5K. The dash is held in front of Armory Park, and spectators can watch without running. The race website says about three-quarters of High Heel Havoc registrants were men. As for the course, most races use lead bikes to keep runners on track. The Big Gay 5K will have one lead bicycle for the fastest runner to chase, with Tucson Roller Derby skaters handling the rest of the course. Collenberg said the skaters are “one more safety mechanism where they’re another group that just can look around and make sure nobody’s pulling out of a driveway.” Off the course, Jay Baker, performing as the Glitter Goblin, will run the beer garden with the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, which gets 25% of all proceeds. Collenberg called Baker’s character the event’s “official agent of chaos.” The race partners with five community groups: Building Out Safer Spaces, Desert Voices, the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, Southern Arizona Senior Pride and Tucson Roller Derby. “So, those five groups really, to me, represent unique complementary pillars of a queer person’s life,” Collenberg said. “You know, it’s the arts, it’s physical activity, it’s health and wellness, it’s true safety and skill-based learning.” Interest in the race extends beyond Tucson. About 10% of registrants live outside Pima County, and runners from 13 states have signed up, including a strong group from metro Phoenix. " I'm kind of hoping to bridge a little bit of that I-10 life where they have so many queer-focused events up there and I feel like we got some cool stuff too that they should check out," Collengberg said. The Big Gay 5K course loops through the Armory Park neighborhood, with water, entertainment stops and a festival area near the start and finish. Courtesy of Big Gay 5K. The weekend also comes as Tucson has been without an official Pride event since its last one folded after repeated delays. “I do think it’s so important for every town to have a true pride organization and have a true Pride festival,” Collenberg said. “I think it’s also important that that pride organization is active year-round. It shouldn’t just be that they pop up for one event and go away.” Big Gay Weekend isn’t meant to replace a Pride festival, she said, but to give the community three days to see each other and rebuild connections. Collenberg said she thinks “community is hungry for it.” The weekend kicks off the day before the race, with two events to choose from. The Kickoff Kiki runs Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Highwire. Runners can pick up bibs, meet partner groups, make signs for the route and grab happy hour drink specials. Expect Halloween activities and some chaos from the Glitter Goblin. OWLS Night runs Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Owls Club. The social event is aimed at older, wiser lesbians over 40. On Saturday’s race day, the party doesn’t stop at the finish line. After the races, the Big Gay After Party runs from noon to 4 p.m. at Owls Club West. Also Saturday, Tuxon Hotel & Shady Cactus Swim Club will host the Big Gay Pool Party from 1 to 5 p.m. with DJ Gbaz. The host hotel is offering 10% off its standard rate of $189 plus tax for the weekend. After her announcer duties are complete, Holliday will host Big Gay Benefit Bingo at Bumsted’s at 3 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Proceeds support 93 foster children in Southern Arizona who have not been placed in homes. “With all the cuts across the board within government they won’t enjoy the Christmas season without help,” Holliday said. Drag queen Lucinda Holliday is the official announcer for the Big Gay 5K and will host benefit bingo for foster children Saturday and Sunday. Courtesy of Lucinda Holliday. Donations can also be made through the 93 Wishes GoFundMe. Holliday said she plans to work the room, chatting with players and picking on a few. “If I can make one person smile each day, I’ve done my job,” she said. On Sunday, QueerAF and Playground will host their 40th drag brunch from noon to 3 p.m. on the rooftop, with the show starting at 1 p.m. The brunch, themed heroes and villains, is free and open to all ages, with performers Isis De Frost, Kriis Dikay, Desire Amore and Roxi. Harlow Gardens is also hosting Prickly & Proud, a make-and-take succulent workshop, at noon. The $39.99 fee covers plants, a container, soil and instruction from Bobby Silverman. The Loft Cinema is screening “To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar” at 2 p.m. Jeff Yanc, program director at The Loft, said the theater regularly hosts queer-themed films and events, including “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” for the past 48 years, so joining Big Gay Weekend was a natural fit. He said the 1995 comedy is “obviously a hoot” with a serious side and a message about self-acceptance and belonging. The film stars Patrick Swayze, Wesley Snipes and John Leguizamo, with an appearance by RuPaul. The Loft often screens the Australian film “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” and Yanc said he thinks of “To Wong Foo” as the Hollywood version. “I think you can’t underestimate the value of watching a fun, engaging movie with an audience and sharing the experience,” Yanc said. 💡 Tucson Spotlight is a sponsor of the Big Gay 5K. Register using the code "SPOTLIGHT20" to save 20%. Marlon Bedoy is a Pima Community College student and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact him at marl.star.nn@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/6ad1337d75342cf4db90c5d3 Corporation Commissioner demands APS communications amid data center dispute te 2026-10-15T20:11:41.425Z Corporation Commissioner demands APS communications amid data center dispute Key Points: Commissioner Kevin Thompson asked APS for communications with 12 News reporter Joe Dana The request stems from reporting on data center cost shifts and the ACC’s role in... Subscribe Already a subscriber?  Login The post Corporation Commissioner demands APS communications amid data center dispute first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1336175342cf4db90c5ae Mamdani's team reportedly clashing with socialist candidate he endorsed over ICE shooting te 2026-10-15T20:11:13.816Z Mamdani's team reportedly clashing with socialist candidate he endorsed over ICE shooting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's staff is reportedly furious at New York Democratic House candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier over her verbal attacks against NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch after a recent shooting, according to the New York Post. After Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot an illegal immigrant earlier this month, the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), which Chevalier belongs to, called on Mamdani to remove Tisch.  Though Mamdani said he was reviewing the circumstances of the shooting, he had no plans to remove Tisch. "Jessica Tisch is the police commissioner. I have no plans to change that," Mamdani told reporters Tuesday. MAMDANI CALLS ICE A 'ROGUE' AGENCY AFTER NYC SHOOTING, CLAIMS AGENTS VIEW LAW AS 'MERELY A SUGGESTION' Despite previously receiving an endorsement from Mamdani, Chevalier was among the critics calling for Tisch's removal, something his staff reportedly called a "direct undermining" of the mayor. "They were p----- about what she did on social media and her public rhetoric on NYPD," one source told the New York Post. "City Hall was like, ‘What the f--- are you doing!’" "She is throwing her own fireball rhetoric to rally the folks," another source added. "But instigating doesn’t help." According to the New York Post, these sources described Chevalier as a known "potential liability" for the Mamdani administration for a while and were surprised as to how soon she became a problem. MAMDANI-BACKED SOCIALIST WITH HISTORY OF ANTI-AMERICAN RHETORIC WINS VICIOUS DEM PRIMARY RACE "She’s a loose cannon," a source said. "They are sick of her, and she’s not even started in Congress." Fox News Digital reached out to Chevalier's campaign and City Hall for comment. While appearing with Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, Chevalier took issue with Tisch highlighting the criminal history of Oscar Belgal, the 28-year-old Dominican Republic national shot during an immigration operation, during a news conference on the shooting. "You know, I was just so angry as I was listening to it," Chevalier said. "I have gone back to her remarks to make sure that I was correct in our statement about it. But, to me, it doesn’t even matter, right? It doesn’t even matter." MAMDANI DEMANDS TRUMP RELEASE ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT SHOT BY ICE AGENT AS PROTESTS ERUPT IN THE BRONX The NYPD stood by Tisch's statements in a comment to Fox News Digital. "The Police Commissioner was giving a factual update on the incident, and we always provide criminal history in incident updates, if we have it. It’s also one of the first questions that every media outlet asks the NYPD," the statement read. New York State Republican Party Director of Communications David Laska denounced the Democratic Party as a whole for leaving Mamdani as a voice of reason. "Zohran Mamdani helped create this monster with years of anti-American, antisemitic rhetoric, and now it's eating him alive. History reminds us that even Robespierre was guillotined in the end," Laska told Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1333775342cf4db90c579 Meta launches an open-weight AI model that runs on Macs te 2026-10-15T20:10:31.725Z Meta launches an open-weight AI model that runs on Macs Meta and Apple have teamed up for the launch of the social media giant's newest model, Muse Spark Open, which will run locally on Apple silicon. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad130cc75342cf4db90c52b Ms., Martians and Guacamole: Their First Time in The Times te 2026-10-15T20:00:12.998Z Ms., Martians and Guacamole: Their First Time in The Times Our reporters share a compendium of debuts, discoveries and (sometimes overdue) appearances in the paper. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad130c975342cf4db90c50f Johnny Venus Is Ready to Meet Himself at ‘The 11th Hour’  te 2026-10-15T20:00:09.682Z Johnny Venus Is Ready to Meet Himself at ‘The 11th Hour’  The EARTHGANG rapper-singer discusses the unlearning, vulnerability and creative discipline behind his solo debut. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad130c575342cf4db90c4f3 Amazon devices chief Panos Panay sees a future where AI devices replace the need to use apps te 2026-10-15T20:00:05.875Z Amazon devices chief Panos Panay sees a future where AI devices replace the need to use apps Speaking at TechCrunch Disrupt, Amazon devices chief Panos Panay described a future where ambient AI devices work in the background, anticipating users' needs instead of waiting for commands. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12e7675342cf4db90c4b4 Fort Hood survivors praise Trump for scrapping Hasan execution livestream: ‘We’re not barbaric’ te 2026-10-15T19:50:14.475Z Fort Hood survivors praise Trump for scrapping Hasan execution livestream: ‘We’re not barbaric’ Survivors of the 2009 Fort Hood massacre praised President Donald Trump's decision not to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, after warning that broadcasting his death could turn the execution into a spectacle and hand terrorist groups a propaganda tool. Hasan is still set to be executed by firing squad on Dec. 3, 2026, and Trump said the immediate families of his victims will be permitted to witness the execution in person. But it will no longer be broadcast to the general public as previously announced by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Alonzo Lunsford, who was shot seven times by Hasan during the attack nearly 17 years ago, told Fox News Digital that Trump's decision is a "positive move." "It proves that we are a better people, a better nation, and that we're not barbaric," Lunsford said in immediate reaction to the walk-back by Trump on Thursday. "We don't glorify such actions." VETERAN SHOT 7 TIMES IN FORT HOOD MASSACRE HAS A WARNING FOR AMERICANS PLANNING TO WATCH EXECUTION Lunsford said he supports Hasan's death sentence and execution by firing squad but drew a line at broadcasting it to the public. "For it to be made a spectacle for everyone to witness how they're gonna do a tailgate or, 'Hey, we're gonna have a cookout and we're gonna watch this man be put to death.' No, it's not about that," Lunsford said. "It's not a spectacle. It's not a pay-per-view event or a WWE wrestling match or even a boxing match." He also warned that footage of Hasan's execution could be seized upon by terrorist organizations. "You don't want that to be used as a tool for ISIS or al-Qaeda to recruit and say, 'Hey, this is what happens to you if you do this against the infidel,'" Lunsford said. Julia Wilson was a civilian employee at Fort Hood when Hasan went on his rampage. She was nine months pregnant during the attack, which was carried out on her due date. FORT HOOD SHOOTER SHOULD BE EXECUTED '13 TIMES OVER' — BUT NOT ON LIVE STREAM, SURVIVOR SAYS She was slammed against a wall amid the chaos of the shooting and has said that it was only by the grace of God that she and her then-unborn daughter survived. Wilson was already against the livestreaming of Hasan's execution because she didn't want others to be traumatized like she was during the deadly attack. "I'm ecstatic about that," she told Fox News Digital, reacting to the news that the plan to livestream the event would not proceed. "I'm worried about other people's mental health," she continued. "I don't think the government… really put a lot of thought into how this was going to go down and how it was going to transpire until today." "I don't think they really thought about how this may affect people," said Wilson. "Seeing something like that affects your mental health. I don't care who you are. I don't care what you've seen. Seeing someone murdered in front of you or killed in front of you affects your mental health, whether they deserve it or not." Wilson also worried that if the livestream had proceeded, it would exist online forever, and that children might discover it while searching the web. "Once it's on out there, it's out there," she said. Trump said Wednesday that he believed publicly broadcasting Hasan's death could have served as a deterrent, but ultimately sided with those who opposed making the execution available for anyone to watch. "I think streaming the execution for all to see might have been a strong deterrent for the World to witness how America deals with Terrorists and SCUM like Hasan but, many very good and well meaning people would rather not watch him die, through streaming, or through any other visual device," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "He will die, as scheduled, by firing squad, but this event will not be streamed," Trump continued. "That said, the execution may be viewed in person by the immediate families of the victims, if they so choose. They deserve to witness JUSTICE!" Lunsford pointed to warnings surrounding Hasan before the shooting and criticized the Army's handling of the future attacker before he was transferred from Walter Reed to Fort Hood. "We knew this guy had issues," Lunsford said. "If you are privy to the ticking time bomb report, you will see what he was talking about. This guy had issues and they just passed the buck and moved him from Walter Reed to Fort Hood." Lunsford wondered what might have happened had Hasan deployed overseas before carrying out an attack. "Suppose he would have did the deed once he got in country on a FOB, a forward operating base," he said. "Imagine how many American lives would have been lost then." For Lunsford, allowing victims to witness Hasan's execution remains important even without a public broadcast. "It's gonna be a traumatic thing for, at least for the families of the fallen," he said. "They'll be able to close the chapter and hopefully close the book." Lunsford said survivors will continue to live with reminders of the attack long after Hasan is gone. "Every day we get up, we come to the VA hospital or we have to take our meds in the morning or we get ready to do something that we normally would have been doing prior to 5 November '09 that we're no longer able to do now, that's a constant reminder," he said. "I am no longer a victim of his," Lunsford added. "I'm a survivor." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12e7475342cf4db90c4ab Horse farm owner gets life in prison for boyfriend's murder after claiming self-defense te 2026-10-15T19:50:12.680Z Horse farm owner gets life in prison for boyfriend's murder after claiming self-defense The Florida woman accused of killing her boyfriend and burying him in a shallow grave was found guilty of his murder. Caylen Deller, 32, was charged with first degree murder in relation to the September 2024 death of Chad Mullen, her on-again and off-again boyfriend. According to prosecutors, Deller killed Mullen at her San Mateo, Florida, horse farm, then got a friend and her horse to help move the body, which was found in a shallow grave over a month after he went missing. Deller was found guilty of first-degree murder on Thursday after the jury deliberated for over an hour, and was sentenced to life in prison. She was also found guilty of tampering with evidence and failure to report the death of a person. FLORIDA WOMAN CHARGED WITH MURDER EVADING POLICE AFTER BODY FOUND IN SHALLOW GRAVE: SHERIFF On Wednesday, Deller testified that she killed Mullen in self-defense because he choked her and raised a hammer at her when she confronted him about unproven claims that he had sexually abused her young daughter. Deller said Mullen became angry, pinned her against the truck and grabbed her by the throat, alleging she was unable to breathe at the time. That's when Deller said she grabbed a gun. Deller said she obtained the gun after Mullen allegedly broke into her apartment on Aug. 1, 2024. "I pulled the trigger of the gun and shot him twice," Deller said. "I was extremely afraid." "I shot Chad twice in self-defense," she said. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The woman said she didn't intend to kill Mullen and believed she was defending herself. SEND US A TIP Prosecutors then questioned Deller about why she chose not to contact police and why she kept in touch with Mullen despite having described him as a violent individual, presenting evidence that she placed 28 calls to him between Sept. 2 and Sept. 9, 2024. GOT A TIP? Deller testified that she didn't initially call 911 after shooting Deller because she thought police wouldn't believe her self-defense claim, also not telling Mullen's family for that same reason. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "It was probably not a good idea," Deller said. "I was more concerned about getting in trouble." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL During closing arguments on Thursday, prosecutors said Deller should have called law enforcement. "She could have called law enforcement to report that, Mr. Mullen attacked her or or charged at her or did something to her, but she never did," a prosecutor said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12e7175342cf4db90c48c Ravens Insider Says Lamar Jackson's Week 6 Injury Status 'Seems Pretty Obvious' te 2026-10-15T19:50:09.222Z Ravens Insider Says Lamar Jackson's Week 6 Injury Status 'Seems Pretty Obvious' Baltimore Ravens insider Jeff Zrebiec said Thursday that quarterback Lamar Jackson's status for Week 6 "seems pretty obvious." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12e6e75342cf4db90c483 Katie Zacharia Explains White House Press Conference and Bar Exam Dispute te 2026-10-15T19:50:06.441Z Katie Zacharia Explains White House Press Conference and Bar Exam Dispute White House press secretary Katie Zacharia dismissed her California bar results as "somewhat inconsequential." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12c3475342cf4db90c42a Maryland Sports Betting — Best Sportsbooks and Apps te 2026-10-15T19:40:36.835Z Maryland Sports Betting — Best Sportsbooks and Apps Maryland sports betting has been live since Dec. 9, 2021, when the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission licensed its first online operators. Bettors in the state can now choose from over 10 legal sportsbook apps. Yes, you can bet on sports legally in Maryland. The minimum age is 21, and it is regulated by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission. Sports betting has been legal since Dec. 9, 2021.  Maryland sportsbooks have plenty to offer users, and choosing one can be a tough task. Below, we have compiled a list of some of the more popular books. Check out our compilation of the bright spots and some questionable things about each book.  A welcome offer is provided to new users to try and help them boost their bankroll. Maryland sports bettors are typically provided with profit boost bets, deposit matches, and bet-and-get options. Profit boost bets allow users to (usually) double their winnings on a wager or multiple wagers. Deposit matches give your bankroll a boost by either double or a fraction of whatever you deposit. Bet-and-get offers require you to place a small wager and receive bonus funds back. The bonuses are often provided as bonus bets which expire, so please monitor the terms.  Maryland sports betting was signed into law in May 2021 with House Bill 940. On December 9th, 2021, the first sportsbook went live. Mobile sports betting launched November 23, 2022.  There are three teams that you can wager on from Maryland. In MLB, Baltimore has the Orioles. In the NFL, there are two teams to choose from, with the Ravens and the Commanders being the options.  You can wager on college sports in Maryland, including in-state teams. As of 2024, you cannot bet on college player props. You can bet on college player futures and season-long bets, though.  There are 13 licensed retail sportsbooks in Maryland. Most of them are at casinos or racetracks and off-track betting facilities. Licensed Retail Locations: MGM National Harbor (BetMGM Sportsbook) – Oxon Hill Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland (FanDuel Sportsbook) – Hanover Horseshoe Casino Baltimore (Caesars Sportsbook) – Baltimore Hollywood Casino Perryville (ESPN BET) – Perryville Ocean Downs Casino (TwinSpires Sportsbook) – Berlin Northwest Stadium / FedEx Field (Fanatics Sportsbook) – Landover Bingo World (BetRivers Sportsbook) – Baltimore Riverboat on the Potomac (Fanatics Sportsbook) – Colonial Beach / MD waters Long Shot's (Caesars Sportsbook) – Frederick Greenmount Station OTB (betPARX Sportsbook) – Hampstead The Greene Turtle - Canton (betPARX Sportsbook) – Baltimore The Greene Turtle - Towson (betPARX Sportsbook) – Towson Sports & Social Bethesda (FanDuel Sportsbook) – North Bethesda Yes, sports betting is legal for anyone in the state 21 years or older.  Choosing just one sportsbook to be the best in Maryland is a difficult task. Bettors can use as many sportsbooks as they would like, so see which one you prefer.  Yes, you can wager on college sports in Maryland, but you cannot bet on player props for individual games.  You do not need to be a resident to bet in Maryland, but you do need to physically be in the state when you place the wager.  There are over 10 different legal sportsbooks in Maryland.  Yes, you can bet on sports at casinos, racetracks, and off-track betting facilities instead of via an app in Maryland. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12c2b75342cf4db90c41e Hegseth’s Plan to Livestream Execution Drew Opposition From Many te 2026-10-15T19:40:27.566Z Hegseth’s Plan to Livestream Execution Drew Opposition From Many A retired general, a Catholic archbishop for the military and one of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan’s victims were among those who had spoken out. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12c2275342cf4db90c403 Eagles Have Complication With Andy Dalton Amid Jalen Hurts Scare te 2026-10-15T19:40:18.529Z Eagles Have Complication With Andy Dalton Amid Jalen Hurts Scare The Philadelphia Eagles might not be able to get Andy Dalton back amid news that Jalen Hurts is out indefinitely. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12c1d75342cf4db90c3fa Lions Announce Historic NFL Milestone for QB Jared Goff te 2026-10-15T19:40:13.732Z Lions Announce Historic NFL Milestone for QB Jared Goff The Detroit Lions announced a historic NFL milestone for star quarterback Jared Goff following his strong start to the season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad12c1775342cf4db90c3db Jorge Glem brings Venezuelan cuatro to Tucson Symphony te 2026-10-15T19:40:07.726Z Jorge Glem brings Venezuelan cuatro to Tucson Symphony In Venezuela, a family gathering, small or big, can turn into a jam session that starts with an uncle bringing a drum, a cousin grabbing some maracas and, of course, someone picking up a cuatro. That is how Jorge Glem was introduced to music, in the warmth of his home. Glem grew up in Venezuela and now lives in the United States. A founding member of the C4 Trio, which won a Latin Grammy, he has also been nominated for a Grammy. He has performed with artists including Rubén Blades, Carlos Vives and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. “Whenever I play, I’m reminded of my family. (The cuatro) is an instrument that takes me back, with a sense of nostalgia, to the Venezuela where I grew up. But it’s also chévere, because it’s a way to hold onto hope and keep a foothold in one’s homeland,” Glem told Tucson Spotlight in Spanish. “So, playing the cuatro isn’t just about making music; it’s also about remembering the best moments of my life.” Glem is bringing the cuatro, a small four-string, guitar-like instrument that is Venezuela’s national instrument, to Tucson on Oct. 23 and 25 to play with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, known as TSO, at the Fiesta Latina, a set of concerts that pays tribute to Latin American music and composers. He will join forces with Venezuelan bassist Elvis Martinez to perform in the series’ third installment, Latin Sizzle, which celebrates the music of Venezuela. The cuatro is rhythmically, melodically and harmonically rich, Glem said. “The right hand acts like a drum, creating a percussive rhythm, while the left hand provides accompaniment and plays melodies,” Glem said. “These are roles that would normally be split among three separate instruments, so the cuatro is a truly wonderful and incredibly versatile instrument.” Glem describes the cuatro as “the soundtrack of Venezuela,” an instrument that all Venezuelans know about. “(Choosing the cuatro) was a natural approach because it was what I saw being played at home, by my family and friends,” Glem said. Help us build local news that brings people together, not apart. Tucson Symphony Orchestra is hosting the Fiesta Latina, a series of concerts that pays tribute to Latin American music and composers. Diana Ramos / Tucson Spotlight.  Traditionally, the cuatro is played in Venezuela’s folk music, joropo. But Glem sees the cuatro as a universal instrument, an instrument that can play a variety of genres. He said that as humans, animals and technologies have evolved, the cuatro has the capacity to do so as well. “We can’t keep playing the same stuff from a hundred years ago,” Glem said. Because the cuatro is still relatively unknown to most of the world, it’s not unusual for Glem to perform for audiences who might not be familiar with what a cuatro is or sounds like. He takes great pride in being a cuatro player and an ambassador for Venezuela’s traditional music. “It is a big responsibility, but it is beautiful to see people leave pleasantly surprised and grateful to hear a new sound, a new instrument. And that holds great value,” Glem said. His goal is to make the cuatro an instrument that is recognized worldwide. “It’s painstaking, day-to-day work, and it’s not just me; there are many people working toward this,” he said. “Simply going to Tucson and showcasing the cuatro for the first time, it is already part of my mission as a human being, part of my purpose in this world.” TSO Music Director José Luis Gómez, Glem and Martinez will perform at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall in a program featuring Inocente Carreño’s “Margariteña”; Gonzalo Grau’s 2026 Latin Grammy-nominated “Odisea” and “Concerto for Cuatro”; Aldemaro Romero’s “Fuga con Pajarillo”; and Jean Sibelius’ Fifth Symphony. José Luis Gómez, music director of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, wanted Fiesta Latina to reflect the diverse heritage of the Hispanic and Latin American community. The concert series runs through Nov. 1. Courtesy of Tucson Symphony Orchestra. With Fiesta Latina, Gómez, who was born in Venezuela, wanted to find a space within the orchestra’s programming that reflects the diverse heritage of the Hispanic and Latin American community. “I wanted to find a way to create a kaleidoscope that would tell the story of the vast array of rhythms and melodies we have,” Gómez said in Spanish. “Tucson has that rich diversity, and I want the orchestra to be part of that cultural weaving.” As TSO approaches its 100th anniversary in 2029, Gómez’s goal is to advance the orchestra with pieces beyond the classics. He understands the existing prejudice toward classical music, which is one of the reasons he has expanded TSO’s repertoire. “To listen to music, all you need is a pair of ears,” he explained, noting that while having some knowledge is good, it is not a requirement. “The important thing is to be there and experience it.” Fiesta Latina runs weekly throughout the month of October. TSO’s Up Close chamber series, Fandangos and Malambos, is happening Oct. 17 and 18 at Tucson Symphony Center and explores the music of Uruguay and Argentina. Latin Sizzle runs Oct. 23 through 25, and Fiesta Latina culminates with TSO’s Día de los Muertos concert on Nov. 1 at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, featuring Edna Vazquez of Pink Martini. The Tucson Symphony Orchestra, which approaches its 100th anniversary in 2029, is presenting Fiesta Latina, a set of concerts that pays tribute to Latin American music and composers. The series ends Nov. 1. Courtesy of Tucson Symphony Orchestra. Glem’s Tucson concerts follow a summer in which he used his music to support his home country. In August, Glem and Martinez performed with Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl in a benefit concert to help victims of Venezuela’s double earthquake in June. For Glem, being part of such a large effort to support his home country was very meaningful. “I’m not in a position to be clearing rubble right now, but I can make music and that might help bring a bit more peace and comfort to those who are doing that work, or help raise funds for hospitals,” he said. “That’s important, too.” Nearly 1.2 million Venezuelans live in the United States and about 7 million are spread around the globe. The Venezuelan diaspora has opened a door that invites others to get to know Venezuela’s culture through food, community values or music. By playing Venezuela’s national instrument, Glem has been able to share his heritage and culture with people around the world. “There are so many (Venezuelans) trying to show the country’s best face in whatever way we can. We need to stay united, proud to be Venezuelans, proud to be Latinos, and proud to be good people. Being brothers and sisters without borders.” Visit tucsonsymphony.org for more information on the Fiesta Latina concert series. Diana Ramos is a University of Arizona alum and Tucson Spotlight reporter. Contact her at diana@tucsonspotlight.org.   Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad129df75342cf4db90c372 Trump Administration Sues California Over Voter Rolls te 2026-10-15T19:30:39.471Z Trump Administration Sues California Over Voter Rolls The lawsuit is seeking to block the state temporarily from counting mail ballots of voters it claims are likely noncitizens, opening a new front in the administration’s legal fights with election officials. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad129da75342cf4db90c357 Who is Katie Wiles? Daughter of Trump's Chief of Staff Linked to Putin Ally te 2026-10-15T19:30:34.287Z Who is Katie Wiles? Daughter of Trump's Chief of Staff Linked to Putin Ally Katie Wiles, the daughter of White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, was pictured alongside a Putin ally in Republika Srpska. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad129d075342cf4db90c34e Exclusive: GOP Senator Alan Armstrong Says Data Centers Are a 'Scapegoat' te 2026-10-15T19:30:24.990Z Exclusive: GOP Senator Alan Armstrong Says Data Centers Are a 'Scapegoat' Sen. Alan Armstrong says data centers are scapegoats for high power bills and urges permitting changes to shift grid costs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad129c475342cf4db90c332 Bluesky wants to make it easier to buy, sell, and fundraise on the network te 2026-10-15T19:30:12.986Z Bluesky wants to make it easier to buy, sell, and fundraise on the network The executives argued that advertising isn’t the only path to monetization, and that there are alternative models that are feasible when it comes to monetization. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1279c75342cf4db90c2f5 Haley Cavinder's Cowboys tight end husband caught her eye with a DM, couples that pole dance together & more te 2026-10-15T19:21:00.522Z Haley Cavinder's Cowboys tight end husband caught her eye with a DM, couples that pole dance together & more Welcome to a Thursday in the middle of October. Or I should say, welcome to the latest edition of True Romance. Today is all about pushing back on the notion that romance has been defeated and it no longer exists. For those buying in on that, and I'm sure for some it's the case, I present to you several examples that, despite a possible downward trend overall, there are those making it work. If nothing else, there's hope. We have a full slate from the smooth athlete to influencer DM that landed to couple that pole dance together and even a couple of actors who covered their workplace in romance. Light a candle, relax and let’s get into it. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Long before the lucky pregame butt squeezes or the messages written on the back of Haley Cavinder's pants or even taking the heat for Jake Ferguson's bad game, there was the classic shooter taking his shot. The Dallas Cowboys tight end slid into the former college athlete and influencer's DMs with a line that ended up working and anyone can use. Haley said on an episode of People's WAG World, "He just DMed me and asked how my golf game was." And there's this idea floating out there that you can't meet people. Firing off a wild DM usually doesn’t work. A "How's your golf game" is smooth. The two hit it off, and now they're married, with a story to tell their grandkids one day. Grandpa was in the NFL and grandma used to dance on TikTok. They met after he sent her a message on social media. A love story as old as time. "I don’t like to get high or too low when it comes to that stuff. I wasn’t looking for anything, and I don’t know if Ferg was at that time either," she continued. "But then we spent 10 days together straight, and he’s just a good, down-to-earth human being." If you're having trouble finding someone, maybe you're just looking in the wrong places and sending DMs that aren't landing. There is hope. Fire off one about golf to a TikToker and see what ends up playing out. JOE BURROW'S GIRLFRIEND SHARES CHEATING HOT TAKE, WOMAN'S SISTER HOOKED UP WITH HER DATE & REGAINING THE SPARK Before we move on, let's find out the results of the poll from last week. The "Do you go through with the wedding if your husband-to-be calls you your sister's name at the altar?" one. In a stunner, given that the woman who this happened to did go through with the wedding, an overwhelming 72.5% said no, you leave that jerk at the altar. An unforgiving bunch of hopeless romantics, I suppose. Go follow True Romance on Twitter and Facebook and keep sending your emails here: sean.joseph@outkick.com (anonymously if you prefer). I bet, had that couple been pole dancing together, the husband-to-be wouldn’t have said the name of the bride's sister at the altar. Because if you didn’t already know, couples who pole dance together are weirdos. Let me finish. Weirdos who "strengthen their bonds and keep the spark alive." Take it from Los Angeles newlyweds Misha and Sam who, if they need pole dancing or anything as newlyweds to keep the spark alive, might be doomed. But that will be something they'll never be confronted with as long as they keep hopping on the pole together. And that's what we're here to focus on. The positive aspects of what these two are doing. Their first dance featured "saucy flips and splits on the polished pole," according to the NY Post. It turns out hitting the pole can be done in front of others. That's an interesting twist to this that I didn’t see coming. I was thinking this was more of an in the privacy of your own home activity. But why not something for everyone? Who needs movie nights or long walks when you have this and all of its options? "There’s a lot of stigma around pole dancing, some people might think, ‘Oh, that’s just for strippers,’" Misha told The Post. "Yes, it has sensual roots. But there’s so much athleticism that go into it. It’s a lot harder than it looks. We love it." Sam, who is the one who suggested they get into pole dancing, said, "A lot of people think pole is just for women. It’s strange for them to see a guy do it, especially with his [female] partner. I just don’t feed into the negativity." He added, "There are times I have to hold all of Misha’s weight while we’re doing a move, or she may have to position herself in a certain way to accommodate me. It’s like a metaphor for marriage." There really is something out there for everyone. If you're willing to take a chance, you could be one of those who finds the person you want to pole dance with for the rest of your life. That's a lovely thought, isn't it? If you think about it, pole dancing together really is just a metaphor for marriage. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Follow True Romance on Twitter and Facebook. As much as I'd like to believe that couples pole dancing will work for people, and I'm sure it will for some, I can tell you a relationship built on having sex all over the set you're working on does work. At least it has for Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys. They've been together since late 2013 after starting their relationship while working on the series "The Americans". We now know that when they weren't filming they were busy on set having sex in their disguises. Why do we know that? Well, because it's 2026 and everyone tells everybody else everything. Which reminds me, I'll have to tell the story sometime of a graveyard at night and the back of a Nissan Pathfinder. Anyway, back to Keri and Matthew making a mess of their workplace. "We were falling in love and staying up all night and having sex all the time and just wearing disguises, like, I’m f---ing [in] crazy wigs and wearing pearls," Russell said during a podcast appearance, reports Entertainment Weekly. "When have you ever worn pearls and [been] f---ing in trailers and f---ing everywhere. I mean, it was insanity. It was so fun and sneaky, and sexy, and so good." If that doesn’t say true romance, I don't know what does. Congratulations to the happy couple for both their extracurricular activity on the set and for extending hope for others. Well done. We've done a ton of these, and I don’t know that we've come across a more important question. She puts on her sexy underwear and he does what? If you were expecting a lot of effort here, you're going to be disappointed by the folks weighing in on Reddit, although something tells me that won't be a first. Sure, there are those who put in some work, but go ahead and set your expectations appropriately. Not that slipping on special underwear is a heavy lift. Some guys do that too. A blown out waistband could ruin the mood. On the other hand, a lovely Borat-style mankini could get the evening going. - MP from Staunton, Virginia writes: Sean, this week’s True Romance column about the guy who boldly announced his love for his best friend’s girlfriend reminded me of a classic song by Ral Donner (that was originally recorded by Elvis). It’s called The Girl of My Best Friend. Unlike the guy in the column, the guy in the song had the good sense to keep his feelings to himself and just pine away for her. Hope this song is named Song of the Week. All the best. ------------- We did it. We successfully made it through another week of romance. Let's do it again next Thursday before I log off for an entire week. Keep the song recommendations and anything else you want to share coming my way. If you were on the receiving end of a smooth DM, I want to know about it. As always, you can reach me, anonymously if you prefer, at sean.joseph@outkick.com. Go follow along on Twitter and Facebook. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1279475342cf4db90c2ec BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Claim $1500 in First Bet Cover for Broncos vs Seahawks te 2026-10-15T19:20:52.613Z BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Claim $1500 in First Bet Cover for Broncos vs Seahawks Thursday Night Football is the official kickoff of Week 6 for NFL action, and we get a great game between the Broncos and the Seahawks. BetMGM is offering new users a chance to earn up to $1,500 in bonuses if your first bet loses when using promo code FOXNEWS.  All football teams are built around a quarterback. The success of a team hinges on how well the quarterback can lead their team to victory. Both teams have solid guys under center, so it makes sense to look at the two and how they’ve performed this season.  The Seattle Seahawks have Sam Darnold under center. He has had one of the more interesting careers. It started with him being drafted third overall by the Jets. It was a disappointing stretch with New York. He then went to the Panthers and couldn’t get anything to work there, either. He wound up going to San Francisco and then Minnesota before landing in Seattle. Last year or maybe the Minnesota year was his breakout year, and while he didn’t win the MVP in either, he was in conversation and led the Seahawks to the Super Bowl. He hasn’t been quite as impressive in the early going as he was last year. He has five interceptions this season, which is on pace for more than he had last year. Last season he threw 14 interceptions and 25 touchdowns. The Denver Broncos also invested in a quarterback early in the draft, choosing Bo Nix three years ago with the 12th overall pick. He had a strong college career, but there were a lot of people questioning how good Nix would be under center. His first two years were both pretty good and fairly similar. The Broncos could use him stepping up with more weapons this year.  In the past two seasons, he has thrown for 54 touchdowns and 23 interceptions. Not only does he need to protect the ball more, but Nix also should try to generate more passing touchdowns. He has mixed in some success running the ball, but it isn’t his primary method of advancing the ball. That’s a good thing, but he is only averaging 1.9 yards per carry this season. Two solid starters under center will battle to bring their team to 4-2. Which quarterback will prevail in this one? BetMGM is offering new users the promo code FOXNEWS, which allows you to bet up to $1,500, and if the wager loses, you’ll receive a refund in the form of bonus wagers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1278d75342cf4db90c2e3 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Broncos vs Seahawks te 2026-10-15T19:20:45.852Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Broncos vs Seahawks The Denver Broncos host the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football to start the Week 6 NFL action. 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Perhaps you think the bad offense against a good Seattle defense spells disaster.  Underdog is giving new users a chance to get in on the action with promo code FOXNEWS to earn a $10 bonus bet token each day for ten days when wagering $5 each day.  Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1277e75342cf4db90c2c5 Map Shows Locations of 'No Kings' Events as Midterm Early Voting Starts te 2026-10-15T19:20:30.849Z Map Shows Locations of 'No Kings' Events as Midterm Early Voting Starts Thousands of events are planned in every U.S. state as organizers seek to engage voters two weeks out from Election Day. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1277375342cf4db90c2a9 Anthropic is letting METR researchers look under the hood with employee-level access te 2026-10-15T19:20:19.886Z Anthropic is letting METR researchers look under the hood with employee-level access METR will publish its own assessments of Anthropic’s risks, incidents, and practices, and the frontier AI model maker has given up the right to block them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1276a75342cf4db90c2a0 Inscripción en kínder cae 13% mientras TUSD evalúa cierres te 2026-10-15T19:20:10.396Z Inscripción en kínder cae 13% mientras TUSD evalúa cierres Leer en inglés El superintendente del Tucson afirma que la baja en la matrícula y la caída de las tasas de natalidad han llevado al distrito a una situación crítica, por lo que un comité evalúa actualmente qué escuelas consolidar. El superintendente Gabriel Trujillo presentó su informe a la junta directiva el 8 de septiembre, junto con datos recientes de matrícula que muestran un descenso en los nacimientos en el Condado de Pima y una disminución constante en el número de alumnos inscritos. "En general, nuestra matrícula ha bajado poco más de mil alumnos de un año a otro, lo que representa una disminución del 2.8%, señaló el analista de datos David Scott. "El nivel educativo que realmente destaca es el jardín de infancia kindergarten, con una caída del 13.3%" La matrícula de jardín de infancia en el TUSD ha seguido de cerca la tendencia a la baja de la natalidad en el condado, pasando de aproximadamente 13,000 alumnos en el décimo día del año escolar 2009-10 a poco menos de 10,000 en el ciclo 2026-27. La matrícula en las escuelas públicas del Condado de Pima alcanzó su punto máximo en el ciclo 2006-07 y ha disminuido cada año desde entonces; en el ciclo 2024-25 había 9,500 alumnos menos inscritos que en el pico máximo, mientras que la matrícula en las escuelas charter aumentó en 9,200 alumnos durante el mismo periodo, según datos del distrito presentados en la reunión. Scott explicó que la cifra de alumnos inscritos es el criterio que utiliza el estado para calcular la financiación escolar: los alumnos de primero a duodécimo grado cuentan como una unidad completa, mientras que los de preescolar y jardín de infancia cuentan como media unidad, dado que el estado solo financia media jornada de jardín de infancia. "La cifra de alumnos inscritos puede promediarse a lo largo del tiempo, y nuestra financiación se basa en el promedio de dicha cifra durante los primeros 100 días del ciclo escolar," indicó Scott. La matrícula de las escuelas públicas del condado de Pima alcanzó su punto máximo en 2006-07 y ha disminuido cada año desde entonces. En 2024-25 había 9,500 estudiantes menos que en 2006-07, y el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Tucson (TUSD) perdió más de 20,000 estudiantes en ese periodo. Cortesía de TUSD. El Comité de Reconfiguración del TUSD y un Grupo de Trabajo de Planificación Estratégica de Instalaciones han recibido el encargo de ayudar al distrito a implementar su plan de consolidación. Los miembros del Comité de Reconfiguración cuyas identidades se habían mantenido en reserva anteriormente incluyen a seis padres de familia, cinco educadores y representantes escolares, 10 representantes del gobierno local, siete miembros de la comunidad y tres líderes empresariales y sindicales, según información publicada por el distrito. Durante una reunión celebrada el 29 de agosto, el comité analizó datos sobre las tendencias de matrícula en el TUSD y el condado de Pima, la matrícula por escuela, información presupuestaria y el uso de las instalaciones dentro del distrito. "Incluso con una fórmula de financiación equitativa, algunos centros educativos generan sistemáticamente un superávit en relación con sus costos operativos, mientras que otros presentan un déficit estructural," según la presentación del comité ante la junta directiva del TUSD. "Los costos fijos operación de los edificios, niveles mínimos de personal superan los ingresos obtenidos mediante la financiación basada en la matrícula." La presentación del distrito también señaló que la próxima expiración de la autorización estatal para la recaudación de impuestos adicionales imponía un plazo límite para la decisión, sumado a un análisis que demostraba que, bajo el modelo de financiación actual, algunas escuelas subvencionan efectivamente a otras. El distrito protegió los presupuestos escolares durante el mayor tiempo posible, pero esa situación ya no es sostenible. "La cuestión no es si debe haber cambios. La pregunta es cómo diseñamos esos cambios para que las escuelas del TUSD puedan atender con éxito a los estudiantes de Tucson de una manera sostenible, de alta calidad y económicamente responsable a largo plazo," según los materiales de la presentación. Una diapositiva de una presentación explica por qué el distrito sostiene conversaciones sobre el tamaño y la configuración de las escuelas. Entre las razones figuran la disminución de la matrícula, el vencimiento del impuesto de anulación y una revisión de ganancias y pérdidas que muestra subsidios cruzados entre escuelas. Cortesía de TUSD. A medida que el plan avanza, el comité espera debatir la consolidación con los miembros de la comunidad en reuniones interactivas los días 21, 23 y 26 de septiembre. En el sitio web de TUSD se puede encontrar más información sobre estas reuniones. TUSD se encuentra en el tercer año de lo que Trujillo describió como una importante iniciativa educativa, con un plan de estudios vigente que abarca desde el año 2024 hasta la actualidad. La fase actual se centra en la continuidad, buscando “mantener y profundizar la calidad de la enseñanza en todo el distrito.” El objetivo es lograr un cambio duradero y mantener la rendición de cuentas ante las familias a las que sirve el distrito. Flori Huitt, superintendente adjunta de Currículo e Instrucción, presentó una actualización sobre el plan de estudios y destacó sus prioridades una enseñanza de alta calidad, la colaboración periódica de comunidades de aprendizaje profesional y un plan de estudios aprobado por la junta escolar para los alumnos. "Revisamos la implementación de nuestro plan de estudios y nos aseguramos de saber qué se está enseñando y aprendiendo," afirmó Huitt. "Esto es importante porque el acceso constante a un plan de estudios adecuado al nivel de grado es, en realidad, una cuestión de equidad. Se trata de garantizar que el estudiante tenga la oportunidad de aprender, sin que ello dependa del aula o la escuela en la que se encuentre. La calidad debe ser elevada en todo nuestro distrito escolar." Nya Belcastro es estudiante de la Universidad de Arizona y pasante en El Foco de Tucson. Puede contactarla en nya2005@arizona.edu.  Esta nota fue traducida por el equipo bilingüe de El Foco de Tucson. El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1253875342cf4db90c240 Was your identity stolen? What to do in the first 24 hours te 2026-10-15T19:10:48.053Z Was your identity stolen? What to do in the first 24 hours Discovering that your identity has been stolen can leave you feeling angry, frightened and unsure where to begin. Maybe someone drained your bank account, opened a credit card in your name or filed a fraudulent tax return using your Social Security number. Whatever happened, your next steps can help limit the damage. The first 24 hours are especially important because identity thieves may continue using your information until you secure your accounts. Fortunately, you can take several steps right away to protect yourself and begin recovering. Join our upcoming CyberGuy LIVE class: 5 Ways to Travel Smarter and Save Money In this free live online class, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson will share five practical ways to protect your trip and your wallet this holiday travel season. You’ll learn how to secure your phone and personal information, find better travel deals, avoid common scams, save money on bookings and use technology to make your travels easier and less stressful. No technical experience is needed. Join us Saturday, Oct. 31, at 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT. Register free now at CyberGuyLive.com. IDENTITY RESTORATION: WHAT TO DO AFTER IDENTITY THEFT Identity theft can quickly spread beyond the account where you first discovered the problem. Someone who gains access to your email, for example, might use it to reset passwords for your banking, shopping or other accounts. That's why acting quickly can make a difference. However, you don't have to solve everything in one day. Identity theft recovery can take weeks or even months, depending on the circumstances. Your immediate goal is to stop additional fraud, protect your information and create a record of what happened. The following checklist breaks the process into manageable steps. The time frames are guidelines, so prioritize active fraud and compromised accounts rather than waiting for a particular hour. Start with the accounts most likely to expose your money or personal information. Important: If money has been stolen, report it to your financial institution immediately. Federal protections and reporting deadlines vary by account and transaction type. Next, make it harder for criminals to open additional accounts using your personal information. You can freeze your credit even if you expect to apply for a loan or credit card soon. Simply lift the freeze temporarily when necessary. Creating an official record can help you dispute fraudulent accounts and recover your identity. An FTC identity theft report can help you exercise certain rights under federal law, including requesting that credit bureaus block fraudulent information. However, you generally do not need to file an FTC report before notifying a bank about unauthorized transactions. A SCAMMER HAS YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND ADDRESS. WHAT CAN THEY ACTUALLY DO? Identity thieves sometimes try to use stolen information across multiple services. Hours 16 to 24: Document everything Once you've addressed the most urgent threats, organize your recovery efforts. Even when you're moving quickly, certain mistakes can create additional problems. 9 WARNING SIGNS OF IDENTITY THEFT YOU SHOULD NEVER IGNORE Some recovery tasks will continue beyond the first day, including disputing fraudulent accounts, correcting credit reports and following up with creditors. However, report unauthorized financial transactions immediately. Federal protections and reporting deadlines vary depending on the type of account and transaction. Your initial priority is to stop additional fraud and secure your information. Recovering from identity theft often involves contacting multiple financial institutions, disputing fraudulent charges and keeping track of important paperwork. An identity theft protection service may help simplify the process by offering recovery assistance, ongoing monitoring and guidance when suspicious activity appears. Keep in mind that no identity theft protection service can prevent every type of fraud or guarantee that stolen money will be recovered. You can also take important steps for free, including freezing your credit, placing fraud alerts and reporting identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov. See my tips and best picks on Best Identity Theft Protection at CyberGuy.com. Many people go through this first-24-hours checklist not for themselves, but for an aging parent, a spouse or another family member. If you're the one helping, the same steps apply. Start by securing compromised accounts, freezing credit, reporting fraud and documenting what happened. Keep in mind that you may need permission or legal authorization to speak with financial institutions on someone else's behalf. Patience is important, too. Identity theft can be frightening, especially for someone who isn't comfortable managing financial accounts online. Helping them make phone calls, organize paperwork and track important deadlines can make the recovery process easier. Once the first 24 hours are behind you, continue working through your checklist. Dispute fraudulent charges and accounts, follow up on your identity theft report and request that fraudulent information be removed from your credit reports. Keep monitoring your financial accounts for suspicious activity, since criminals may attempt additional fraud using stolen information. Recovery timelines vary depending on the type and extent of the theft. Some problems can be resolved quickly, while more complicated cases may take months. Consider asking a trusted family member or close friend to help you stay organized. Having someone review documents, take notes or track deadlines can help prevent important details from slipping through the cracks. The most important thing is to stay focused on what you can control. Secure your accounts, report suspicious activity promptly and follow through on unresolved disputes. You may not fix everything in the first 24 hours, but taking these steps can help limit further damage and put you on the path to recovery. When someone steals your identity, it's easy to feel like you've lost control of your financial life. I've seen how quickly one compromised account can lead to bigger problems, especially when criminals get access to email or other personal information. My advice is to focus on what you can control right away. Contact your bank, secure your most important accounts and freeze your credit with all three bureaus. Then report the theft and keep a record of every conversation. You don't need to pay a company to take these initial steps. I also recommend keeping an eye on your accounts long after the first day. Identity thieves may try to use stolen information again, even after you've addressed the original problem. A little extra attention now can help you catch suspicious activity before it causes more damage. Have you or someone you know ever dealt with identity theft? What was the hardest part of getting everything back under control? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1253175342cf4db90c237 Hayden Panettiere’s final moments revealed in frantic 911 call from boyfriend’s brother te 2026-10-15T19:10:41.576Z Hayden Panettiere’s final moments revealed in frantic 911 call from boyfriend’s brother Hayden Panettiere’s final moments were captured in a frantic 911 call, as the brother of her on-and-off boyfriend desperately tried to revive the actress after finding her unconscious at a South Carolina apartment on Aug. 16. "​​Oh, God, oh, my God — you do like CPR or something?" Zach Hickerson asked the dispatcher in the newly released audio obtained by ABC News and CBS News. The seven-minute call reveals Hickerson performing CPR on Panettiere while Brian Hickerson administered Narcan. Panettiere, 36, was found unresponsive at the Greenville residence on Aug. 16. Zach told the 911 operator that he had arrived at the apartment after returning from church and discovered his brother and Panettiere inside. HAYDEN PANETTIERE’S BOYFRIEND’S BROTHER REVEALS WHAT HAPPENED INSIDE AIRBNB BEFORE ACTRESS'S DEATH "He woke up, and his girl ... she’s unconscious," Zach said. The dispatcher asked whether Panettiere was breathing. POLICE SHOW UP AT HOME LINKED TO HAYDEN PANETTIERE’S ON-AND-OFF BOYFRIEND DAYS AFTER HER SUDDEN DEATH "No, I don’t think so," Zach replied. The operator then instructed Zach to lay Panettiere flat on her back and begin CPR while emergency crews rushed to the scene. HAYDEN PANETTIERE’S REP SLAMS ‘GOSSIP AND SPECULATION’ AS DEATH INVESTIGATION DEEPENS "OK, we need to start CPR," the dispatcher said. "I’m going to tell you how to do CPR, OK?" The operator proceeded to walk Zach through chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. HAYDEN PANETTIERE'S OVERDOSE SHOWS FENTANYL CRISIS 'DOESN'T DISCRIMINATE,' STANFORD PSYCHIATRIST SAYS "We’re going to do this 500 times or until help can arrive," the dispatcher said, according to ABC News. Zach continued performing CPR until first responders arrived. Brian reportedly administered Narcan, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. HAYDEN PANETTIERE’S MOM DISCLOSES HEARTBREAKING ULTIMATUM IN THEIR FINAL PHONE CALL BEFORE ACTRESS’ DEATH In a statement to TMZ shortly after Panettiere’s death, Zach said he called 911 after he and Brian tried to wake up the actress. "When we went in and tried to wake Hayden up, we realized she was unconscious," he said. "I immediately called 911, and Brian gave her Narcan. We then jointly performed CPR while 911 was on speaker until Fire and EMS arrived." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Panettiere was pronounced dead at the scene at 2:32 p.m. Panettiere died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, 4-ANPP, alprazolam, methocarbamol and quetiapine, according to the Greenville County Coroner's Office. The manner of death was ruled an accident. "On August 16, 2026, at approximately 1:51 PM, a 911 call was received regarding a reported cardiac arrest at 701 Easley Bridge Road in Greenville," the Greenville County Coroner's Office said in a release obtained by Fox News Digital. "First responders and Emergency Medical Services arrived on scene and located a female in cardiac arrest. EMS personnel initiated advanced cardiac life support measures; however, resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful, and the individual was pronounced deceased at 2:32 PM." "The Greenville County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene and initiated a parallel investigation with the Greenville City Police Department. The decedent has been identified as Hayden Leslie Panettiere, 36, of California. Panettiere was found unresponsive inside the residence, where she had been temporarily staying." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "An autopsy was completed by a Board Certified Forensic Pathologist. At autopsy no signs of trauma were discovered that would have contributed to the death." "The cause of death has been ruled as toxic effects of fentanyl, 4-ANPP, Alprazolam, Methocarbamol, and Quetiapine. The manner of death has been ruled accident." Hickerson traveled with the "Remember the Titans" actress from Los Angeles the day before she was found unresponsive, according to TMZ. The two broke up briefly in 2022, but rekindled their romance the following year. Hickerson's brother confirmed to police Brian was in a relationship with the actress at the time of Panettiere's death. Fox News learned the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) had also been contacted and was assisting with the investigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1252675342cf4db90c22e Iowa Sports Betting — Best Sportsbooks and Apps te 2026-10-15T19:10:30.949Z Iowa Sports Betting — Best Sportsbooks and Apps Iowa sports betting has been live since Aug. 15, 2019, when the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission licensed its first online operators. Bettors in the state can now choose from over ten legal sportsbook apps. Yes, sports betting is legal in Iowa for anyone over 21 years of age. The sportsbooks are regulated by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission and has been legal since August 15, 2019.  We have done the work of compiling a list of some of the most popular sports betting apps in Iowa. Below, we share some of the highlights of each of the apps as well as a concern for each book from users.  Iowa sports bettors can enjoy plenty of great offers from sportsbooks. Any time to sign up is a good time, as new users receive bet-and-get, profit boost, or deposit match offers. Bet-and-get allows new users to place a small wager and receive funds in the form of bonus bets. Profit boost bets take your wager and multiply the winnings by a set amount (often double). Deposit match offers entice you to deposit, and the sportsbook matches the amount you deposited. Welcome offers do expire, so make sure to use them before they do.  Sports betting has been legal since August 15, 2019, but the groundwork that was laid by Senate File 617 (2019) was signed into law on May 13th, 2019. There are no professional teams to wager on in Iowa, but they have plenty of colleges that generate interest. The Iowa Hawkeyes are regularly a strong team in both college football and basketball. Iowa State University is one of the better basketball teams on the college scene.  You can wager on college sports in Iowa, but you cannot place player prop bets for in state schools.  If you prefer to place a wager in person, there are licensed locations in Iowa.  Licensed Retail Locations: Ameristar Casino Hotel (ESPN BET) – Council Bluffs Catfish Bend Casino (Fanatics Sportsbook) – Burlington Diamond Jo Casino Dubuque (FanDuel Sportsbook) – Dubuque Diamond Jo Casino Worth (FanDuel Sportsbook) – Northwood Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort (Elite Sportsbook) – Larchwood Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Hard Rock Bet) – Sioux City Harrah's Council Bluffs (Caesars Sportsbook) – Council Bluffs Horseshoe Council Bluffs (Caesars Sportsbook) – Council Bluffs Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf (Caesars Sportsbook) – Bettendorf Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo (Caesars Sportsbook) – Waterloo Lakeside Hotel Casino (DRF Sportsbook) – Osceola Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino (Caesars Sportsbook) – Altoona Q Casino (Q Sportsbook) – Dubuque Rhythm City Casino Resort (Elite Sportsbook) – Davenport Riverside Casino & Golf Resort (Elite Sportsbook) – Riverside Yes, sports betting is legal for anyone over the age of 21 who has registered within the state.  The best sportsbook in Iowa is whichever one you enjoy using the most. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122d675342cf4db90c1bf Trump links Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed to Muslim Brotherhood: 'He's a con man' te 2026-10-15T19:00:38.858Z Trump links Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed to Muslim Brotherhood: 'He's a con man' President Donald Trump on Thursday linked Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed to the Muslim Brotherhood amid scrutiny over his alleged family ties to the Islamist organization. "He's a Muslim Brotherhood guy, 100%," Trump said during a lunch in the White House Rose Garden. "He's a Muslim Brotherhood guy. How about having him be on the Senate Intelligence Committee? How about that? The guy's 100% Muslim Brotherhood." El-Sayed has come under scrutiny from Republicans over social media posts made by his half-sister, Eman Abdelhadi, alleging their mother was an active member of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt during the 1970s. COUNTERTERRORISM EXPERT WARNS ABDUL EL-SAYED SENATE BID RAISES HOMELAND SECURITY CONCERNS He has denied any family connections to the group. During a recent interview with NBC's Meet the Press, El-Sayed rejected the assertions when asked to set the record straight. "I have no ties; we have no ties," El-Sayed said. EL-SAYED ASKED IF HE BELIEVES AMERICA IS 'READY FOR A MUSLIM PRESIDENT' AHEAD OF SENATE RACE He accused political opponents of engaging in anti-Muslim rhetoric rather than addressing his policy positions. "[Opponent Mike Rogers'] only strategy is to point to me and my name and my faith and to say that we're differen,  and that you should suspect people simply because they are different than you in how they pray," he said. EL-SAYED’S LIBERAL AGENDA CLASHES WITH MUSLIM VOTERS WHO BACK HIM ANYWAY: ‘MALE VERSION’ OF ILHAN OMAR However, according to Abdelhadi, their mother was an active member of the Muslim Brotherhood. "Had an amazing talk with my mom about her activism in the Muslim Brotherhood during the early 70s while she was in college #respect," Abdelhadi wrote in a 2012 post on X. In another 2012 social media post, she wrote: "My family has long been MB, but I've always felt that it has navigated the political sphere poorly/destructively." During his remarks, Trump said he looked forward to visiting Michigan to "expose this fraud that's running." "He's a fraud. He's a con man," Trump said. Fox News Digital has reached out to El-Sayed's campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122d575342cf4db90c1b6 Dodgers star has blunt assessment of team's play after falling behind 3-0 in NLCS: 'Playing like s---' te 2026-10-15T19:00:37.126Z Dodgers star has blunt assessment of team's play after falling behind 3-0 in NLCS: 'Playing like s---' The hardest hit the Los Angeles Dodgers had on Wednesday, came from a locker room quote, not on the field. After the Dodgers’ 6-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 at Dodger Stadium, their third consecutive loss in the NLCS, All-Star third baseman Max Muncy did what he hasn’t yet done at the plate this series: hit one out of the park. "It’s a pretty simple answer. We’re playing like s---, they’re playing great. As simple as that," Muncy told reporters after the game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The slugging third baseman is one of several Dodgers stars mired in a slump this postseason, as he is just 4-for-21. However, Muncy has made the most of his hits, as three of them have gone for home runs. Unfortunately for the Dodgers, all three of those home runs came in the NLDS. In their three losses to the Brewers in the NLCS, they have yet to hit a home run and have struggled to deliver a big hit. In the postseason, the Dodgers are just 3-for-32 with runners in scoring position. They finally got a clutch hit in the sixth inning on Wednesday, when catcher Will Smith hit a ball off the wall in left-center field to drive in two runs and give the Dodgers a 2-1 lead. However, Brewers reliever DL Hall entered the game and struck out the next two batters, preventing any further damage. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Dodgers’ lead was short-lived, as Jake Bauers hit a two-run home run in the top of the seventh inning after an epic battle with Blake Snell to put the Brewers ahead 3-2. Center fielder Garrett Mitchell followed Bauers’ blast with one of his own, taking Snell deep for a solo home run to put the Brewers up 4-2. The Dodgers’ bats went quiet, as they went down in order after the Brewers took the lead, with nine consecutive batters retired to end the game. With the defeat, the Dodgers’ quest for a third straight World Series title seems farther away than ever, as they are down 3-0. If they continue to play like Muncy so aptly described, their dreams of making history could vanish on Thursday. The Dodgers will look to avoid a sweep when they play the Brewers at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122d175342cf4db90c1a2 Spurs, Victor Wembanyama Draw Major Predictions Ahead of NBA Season te 2026-10-15T19:00:33.076Z Spurs, Victor Wembanyama Draw Major Predictions Ahead of NBA Season The Spurs and Victor Wembanyama could achieve some major goals after last season's loss to the Knicks in the NBA Finals. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122cf75342cf4db90c199 Latest Dan Sullivan vs. Mary Peltola Alaska Polls Ahead of Debate te 2026-10-15T19:00:31.041Z Latest Dan Sullivan vs. Mary Peltola Alaska Polls Ahead of Debate Mary Peltola is widening her lead over Senator Dan Sullivan ahead of a debate on Thursday night in Alaska. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122cd75342cf4db90c190 Phillies Icon, Ex-All-Star OF Both Declined Possible Manager Role: Report te 2026-10-15T19:00:29.179Z Phillies Icon, Ex-All-Star OF Both Declined Possible Manager Role: Report One Philadelphia Phillies icon and another former All-Star outfielder reportedly weren't interested in the team's managerial post. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122cb75342cf4db90c187 Joel Klatt Delivers Harsh Reality Check to Penn State, Michigan te 2026-10-15T19:00:27.240Z Joel Klatt Delivers Harsh Reality Check to Penn State, Michigan Joel Klatt delivers a blunt warning to Michigan and Penn State ahead of their high-stakes Big Ten showdown in Ann Arbor. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122c875342cf4db90c17e Dodgers Could Lose Key Coach to American League Managerial Opening te 2026-10-15T19:00:24.612Z Dodgers Could Lose Key Coach to American League Managerial Opening The Dodgers could lose a veteran coach to an American League West team that is looking for a new manager. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122c675342cf4db90c175 Urban Meyer Sounds Alarm on Oregon After UCLA Disaster te 2026-10-15T19:00:22.557Z Urban Meyer Sounds Alarm on Oregon After UCLA Disaster Oregon's playoff hopes are in serious trouble after a disastrous loss to UCLA, prompting a blunt warning from Urban Meyer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122c475342cf4db90c16c NFL Team’s Fans Spend Thousands on Billboards Urging Owner to Sell the Team te 2026-10-15T19:00:20.497Z NFL Team’s Fans Spend Thousands on Billboards Urging Owner to Sell the Team Many Arizona Cardinals fans are fed up with the team's ownership, crowdfunding thousands to put up billboards in the area. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122c275342cf4db90c163 Patriots WR AJ Brown Addresses Uncertain Playing Status for Jets Game te 2026-10-15T19:00:18.407Z Patriots WR AJ Brown Addresses Uncertain Playing Status for Jets Game AJ Brown addressed his uncertain playing status ahead of the New England Patriots' matchup against the New York Jets. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122c075342cf4db90c15a James Talarico Is Winning Over Greg Abbott Supporters in Texas te 2026-10-15T19:00:16.309Z James Talarico Is Winning Over Greg Abbott Supporters in Texas New polls show Ken Paxton running behind Greg Abbott in Texas, with some GOP voters skipping the Senate race or backing Talarico. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122be75342cf4db90c151 Jim Nantz Finally Addresses Tony Romo’s Departure From CBS te 2026-10-15T19:00:14.051Z Jim Nantz Finally Addresses Tony Romo’s Departure From CBS Legendary play-by-play man Jim Nantz finally opened up about CBS' decision to part ways with his broadcast partner Tony Romo. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122bb75342cf4db90c148 Indiana Fever Announce Major Aliyah Boston Injury Update te 2026-10-15T19:00:11.254Z Indiana Fever Announce Major Aliyah Boston Injury Update Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston undergoes successful knee surgery, raising questions about her recovery timeline. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad122b675342cf4db90c12c Bluesky expands its AI-powered Attie app to let anyone build websites, games, and more te 2026-10-15T19:00:06.916Z Bluesky expands its AI-powered Attie app to let anyone build websites, games, and more Bluesky is bringing “social vibe coding” to its experimental Attie platform, allowing users to create interactive experiences like games, quizzes, and websites that can tap into the social network's audience. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1205e75342cf4db90c0a7 Two South Tucson council seats up for grabs Nov. 3 te 2026-10-15T18:50:06.151Z Two South Tucson council seats up for grabs Nov. 3 Debbie Federico and Eduardo Baca are challenging South Tucson City Council incumbents Cesar Aguirre and Brian Flagg in the Nov. 3 general election for the two seats left undecided after July’s primary. Eight candidates ran for three seats in the July 21 nonpartisan primary, and Mayor Roxanna Valenzuela was the only one to win outright, with 201 of the 1,060 votes cast. Aguirre received 166 votes, Flagg and Federico tied with 154 each and Baca had 119. Federico, who campaigned with Zeke Cook during the primary election to represent the 1.2-square-mile municipality, is now campaigning alongside Baca. During the primary, Federico talked about her desire to create an updated, comprehensive development plan for the city; reinstall Flock cameras with strict guidelines and transparency; and find sources of funding to supplement the city’s budget. Campaigning under a bilingual slogan, “From here, for here. De aquí, para aquí,” Federico wrote in an Instagram post that she grew up in the same South Tucson home her great-grandfather built and wants to “grow city revenue so South Tucson can stand on its own, fund public safety through a strong local economy, (and) honor our roots as we move forward together.” Federico also wrote about her priorities. “A balanced council. Right now, one organization holds the majority on our city council,” she wrote. “This isn’t representation.” Members help shape what comes next. Debbie Federico is campaigning alongside Eduardo Baca to represent the 1.2-square-mile city of South Tucson. Courtesy of Debbie 4 South Tucson. She also said the city needs clean, safe streets and should be able to cover its own costs. “You can’t defend a barrio you cannot afford to sustain,” she wrote. “South Tucson should be a destination, not a speed bump." Baca, who ran as a write-in candidate in an August 2025 recall election seeking to unseat Aguirre, previously campaigned for more city investment and for speaking directly with community members about their vision for South Tucson. Currently campaigning under the slogan, “Hecho en South Tucson,” or made in South Tucson, Baca has owned Baca Upholstery for more than 40 years and keeps traditions alive with Folklorico Tapatio. Baca will “stand up for small businesses that keep our city running, keep our culture and traditions alive for the next generation, (and provide) practical hands-on leadership at city hall," Federico wrote in her post. Federico said the two bring different strengths to the race. “We don’t do the same work, and that’s the point,” Federico wrote. “Our barrio deserves leaders who know it from different angles and share one purpose.” Aguirre, Valenzuela and Flagg campaigned together in 2022 and again during the primary as Defend Nuestro Barrio, which is now backing Aguirre and Flagg for the two remaining council seats. Defend Nuestro Barrio, a collective campaign that started in 2022, is backing South Tucson City Council incumbents Cesar Aguirre and Brian Flagg for the two seats still open. Caitlin Schmidt / Tucson Spotlight. Flagg’s campaign centers on prioritizing local programs and safety initiatives prior to city development, offsetting jail costs and continuing opioid settlement negotiations. “I want to be re-elected to the City of South Tucson, even though the idea of being a politician makes me vomit,” Flagg wrote in an Instagram post. “The reason to continue doing it is to serve and defend this barrio by listening to the people and fighting to bring a large dose of progressive politics to the larger region. It certainly is an experiment in how to fight for justice in a 1.2 square mile jurisdiction.” Aguirre is campaigning on the argument that his work in South Tucson is not finished. “In my first term, I came to realize that getting work done as an elected official takes time, and more than one vote,” Aguirre wrote on Instagram. “The first two years very little work was done because of personal politics amongst the existing councilmembers.” Aguirre said he believes the current council, which includes Pablo Robles and Dulce Jimenez, elected in the last election, has the city’s best interest in mind and is open to improving South Tucson, even if its members don’t agree on everything. Defend Nuestro Barrio backed Robles and Jimenez in their 2024 run for office. “The work must continue,” he wrote. Valenzuela has expressed her support for Flagg and Aguirre, crediting them with voting for resolutions that prevent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from staging on city property, advocating for the cleanup of the Spanish Trail motel and keeping the neighborhood clean by supporting barrio cleanups. Valenzuela wrote on Instagram that the trio will “intensify” partnerships with local organizations to support the houseless community, “ensure South Tucson gets its fair share” of county and state resources and deepen their relationship with Attorney General Kris Mayes to prosecute “slumlords from taking advantage of our people.” 💡 The general election is November 3. Pima County voters can register, check their registration or request a mail ballot at recorder.pima.gov. Topacio “Topaz” Servellon is a reporter with Tucson Spotlight. Contact them at topacioserve@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/6ad11e1575342cf4db90c082 A vacant rental costs money. Before cutting the rent, look for the real problem te 2026-10-15T18:40:21.228Z A vacant rental costs money. Before cutting the rent, look for the real problem “Why is my house not renting?”  Landlords ask us this question when a property has been on the market longer than expected.  Let’s say you listed a rental property three weeks ago. The photos look good. The house is clean. You checked a few other listings and believed the rent is reasonable.  But the phone isn’t ringing.  Maybe you have had a few inquiries or showings, but no qualified applications. Another week passes, and you begin wondering whether you should lower the rent — or wait for the right tenant. Here are three things to consider when waiting on your next tenant.    Waiting has a cost  Unfortunately, one of the hardest decisions for a landlord is accepting the market may not agree with the rent you expect. This is where landlords need to consider sometimes the most expensive rent is the one they will never collect.   Suppose you are asking $1,900 per month, but comparable homes are attracting tenants closer to $1,800. Holding firm for another month in hopes of getting that extra $100 can cost you $1,900 in lost rent. Even if you eventually get your asking price, it could take 19 months at the higher rent just to recover that one month of vacancy.    Price may not be the only problem  Before reducing the rent, however, look at the entire picture and consider how your property compares with the competition.  Is the landscaping attractive? Is the interior clean and move-in ready? Are the photographs helping the property or hurting it? Are prospective tenants able to schedule showings easily? Are inquiries being answered promptly?  Remember, tenants have choices. When several similar homes are available, small differences can determine which property gets rented first.    The market is giving you clues  A rental listing provides feedback even when nobody says a word.  Plenty of inquiries but few showings may indicate a presentation or scheduling problem. Showings without applications may point to price, condition or competition. Very little activity at all should cause you to reconsider how the property is positioned in the market.  The answer is not always to lower the rent. The challenge is identifying what is preventing a qualified tenant from saying yes.  If your property has been sitting longer than expected and you’re not sure why, give Crest Premier Properties a call. We can take a fresh look at the property, the competition, and the asking rent — and help you determine what may need to change.    SPONSORED CONTENT  The post A vacant rental costs money. Before cutting the rent, look for the real problem appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad11e0f75342cf4db90c05b Las Vegas investigators say they've identified shooting victim's body found in Lake Mead barrel te 2026-10-15T18:40:15.651Z Las Vegas investigators say they've identified shooting victim's body found in Lake Mead barrel Las Vegas authorities say they've identified a suspected murder victim whose remains were found in a barrel in Lake Mead four years ago and are expected to publicly announce it later today. Receding water levels helped expose the barrel and have been credited for the discovery of other human remains in the lake, including those of suspected drowning victims and missing persons. "The bad old days always resurface, don’t they?" said Randy Sutton, a retired Las Vegas police lieutenant who has been monitoring the case. MEYER LANSKY’S GRANDSON REFLECTS ON LATE MOBSTER'S CRIME EMPIRE, LAS VEGAS LEGACY AND MISSING MILLIONS He and other experts have said the victim may have been killed in a mob hit. FOX NATION REVEALS HOW RUDY GIULIANI BROKE THE MAFIA'S GRIP ON NEW YORK "Two in the back of the head," he said, describing mob-style murders of the era. "Bury them in the desert or Lake Mead if they didn’t want them found or leave them where they lay to make a statement." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X SEND US A TIP A group of boaters first discovered the barrel at Lake Mead's Hemenway Harbor on May 1, 2022, according to the Clark County coroner and medical examiner's office. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB Authorities immediately suspected foul play when they found a gunshot wound on the man's body inside. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST At the time, police told reporters that they believed the victim had been killed sometime between the mid-1970s and mid-1980s, based on his clothing. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL The construction of new housing developments has also unearthed human remains buried in areas that were previously outside town, Sutton said. Las Vegas authorities said they would hold a news briefing with more details at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET. Fox News' Louis Casiano contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad11e0875342cf4db90c03e Northwestern Coach David Braun Has Bold Message as Wildcats Crack Top 25 te 2026-10-15T18:40:08.953Z Northwestern Coach David Braun Has Bold Message as Wildcats Crack Top 25 Northwestern is in the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2021, and HC David Braun says the Wildcats aren't crazy to dream big. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad11e0675342cf4db90c035 Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Ruled Out With Unexpected Health Issue te 2026-10-15T18:40:06.294Z Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Ruled Out With Unexpected Health Issue The Philadelphia Eagles will be without starting quarterback Jalen Hurts in Sunday's Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad11bae75342cf4db90bdca 'Dysfunctional' MLB Team Denied Coach Interview Opportunity, Then Fired Him te 2026-10-15T18:30:06.779Z 'Dysfunctional' MLB Team Denied Coach Interview Opportunity, Then Fired Him The Astros' recent dismissals only scratches the surface of what one former GM termed as 'dysfunction' within the organization. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1197175342cf4db90bd77 Dan Orlovsky announces 'unimaginable tragedy' as brother-in-law dies suddenly at age 43 te 2026-10-15T18:20:33.237Z Dan Orlovsky announces 'unimaginable tragedy' as brother-in-law dies suddenly at age 43 ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky announced that his brother-in-law, Federico Lascano, died suddenly over the weekend at age 43. Lascano was the husband of Orlovsky's sister, Christine. Orlovsky said Lascano's death is an "unimaginable tragedy" in a social media post in which he shared a GoFundMe campaign. "There are no words to describe the heartbreak of losing a husband, a partner, and a father so suddenly," he wrote on X. "In the midst of trying to process this devastating loss, my sister is now facing the overwhelming reality of navigating life as a solo parent and a single-income household, all while helping her boys cope with the loss of their dad. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "No family should have to face this kind of heartbreak, and no one should have to worry about how they will manage financially while trying to put the pieces of their lives back together." The GoFundMe said the proceeds will go toward "everyday living expenses, bills, and groceries while the family takes the necessary time to grieve and process this immense loss," "[a]ssisting Christine with the sudden transition to life without the family’s primary financial provider," and "the boys' educational costs and essential life expenses." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER "As Christine faces the unimaginable reality of navigating life without her partner since their college days, she is now the sole provider and rock for her three boys. No family should have to face this heartbreak. As the emotional toll on this family is immeasurable, we want to ease their financial burden so they can focus on healing," the GoFundMe reads. At the time of publishing, the GoFundMe had raised over $84,000. Donations appeared to come from Andrew Whitworth, Diana Taurasi, Chris Mara, Jason McCourty and Brian Flores. The couple had been together since college. Orlovsky appeared on "NFL Live" on Wednesday. Lascano's cause of death is not known. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1196b75342cf4db90bd6e White House laughs off 'beclowned' Jimmy Kimmel after crude personal jabs at new press secretary te 2026-10-15T18:20:27.814Z White House laughs off 'beclowned' Jimmy Kimmel after crude personal jabs at new press secretary Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel used back-to-back monologues this week to deliver a series of personal insults directed at newly appointed White House press secretary Katie Zacharia, prompting a scathing response from the White House. During Tuesday's episode of ABC’s "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," following Zacharia's first White House press briefing, the comedian called her "Malibu Katie" and mocked her intelligence. "I want to introduce you to the new kid in Trump land. It was the first day of kindergarten for the new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia," Kimmel said. TRUMP'S NEW PRESS SECRETARY FACES FIRST MAJOR TEST AS WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM ENTERS NEW ERA Kimmel also suggested Zacharia was appointed to keep President Donald Trump "awake and interested," saying that "every six months they bring in a new fawning blonde dolt to add to the rotation." "Things did not get off to a great start for Malibu Katie today," he continued. "Her first briefing was brief. It was only 14 minutes long. But even in that short time, she accomplished exactly what she was brought in to do, which is slobber a whole tube of lip gloss all over the president's behind." The White House responded to Kimmel's monologues in statements to Fox News Digital. "Jimmy Kimmel is a no-talent loser who has beclowned himself with tanking ratings and by spewing disgusting lies to his dwindling audience," White House spokesman Davis Ingle said. "He is so devoid of actual talent that nobody with any common sense would ever watch him unless it was to laugh at his miserable failures." WHITE HOUSE URGES SITCOM PRODUCER CHUCK LORRE TO SEEK 'PSYCHIATRIC HELP' AFTER HE TARGETED TRUMP, FIRST LADY White House communications director Steven Cheung also defended the new press secretary, praising her qualifications in a statement to Fox News Digital in response to Kimmel's attacks. "Katie is a fabulous and wonderful addition to the team. She is uniquely qualified and whip smart to help inform the American people about all the great things President Trump and his Administration have been doing, and she will do an incredible job as Press Secretary," Cheung told Fox News Digital. Tuesday marked Kimmel's second consecutive night of mocking Zacharia. On Monday, before her first briefing, the host displayed a gym selfie of Zacharia wearing workout gear while joking about her intelligence. KATIE ZACHARIA HITS GROUND RUNNING, PROMISES TRUMP DIESEL DEAL DELIVERS CHEAPER GAS FOR AMERICANS "This is the new press secretary, former Newsmax commentator Katie Zacharia, seen here, thinking," Kimmel said. He added that her qualifications for the role were having "blonde hair" and being able to "do a thumbs up." Zacharia held her first official White House press briefing Tuesday, days after Trump announced her appointment on Friday. She previously served as a senior communications advisor to Trump Media & Technology Group, which operates the platform Truth Social. "She has an unblemished record of support, and has been a loyal and brilliant supporter, right from the beginning. She is, likewise, a devoted fan and member of MAGA!" Trump wrote. "I am confident that Katie will deliver strong results for our Country as the next White House Press Secretary, as she has the respect of, and will work fantastically with, the Media, the American People, and my Administration." KAROLINE LEAVITT JOINS FOX NEWS AS CONTRIBUTOR AFTER LEAVING WHITE HOUSE PRESS SECRETARY ROLE The New York Times described Zacharia's first briefing as a "bumpy debut." During the 14-minute session, she referred to her husband, Tyler Zacharia, as "my president" before immediately correcting herself. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1196075342cf4db90bd48 Cardinals WR Michael Wilson Breaks Silence on 'Crushing' Marvin Harrison Jr Trade te 2026-10-15T18:20:16.490Z Cardinals WR Michael Wilson Breaks Silence on 'Crushing' Marvin Harrison Jr Trade Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson opened up about the departure of his teammate Marvin Harrison Jr. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1195975342cf4db90bd3f Mike Tomlin Refuses to Apologize for His Steelers Bias as an NFL Analyst te 2026-10-15T18:20:09.356Z Mike Tomlin Refuses to Apologize for His Steelers Bias as an NFL Analyst Long-time Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin refuses to apologize for his bias as an NFL analyst for NBC. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1173375342cf4db90bcec Country star Chris Janson admits he got 'a little cocky' before grueling Colorado elk hunt te 2026-10-15T18:10:59.822Z Country star Chris Janson admits he got 'a little cocky' before grueling Colorado elk hunt Chris Janson has spent enough time chasing elk through the Colorado mountains that he figured he had the whole thing pretty well dialed in. Turns out, the elk had other plans. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS The country music star recently returned from a successful elk hunt in Colorado, where he's been making annual trips for the past six years. And while he ultimately came home with a beautiful bull, the hunt didn't exactly go according to plan. Usually, Janson said, he's able to fill his tag within the first day or two. This time, he figured he'd knock out the hunting early and spend the rest of the trip relaxing on the water. But one thing about chasing big game — it’ll humble you real fast. "I went in a little cocky," Janson told OutKick OutDoors. "I went in a little bit like, 'I got this, and I'll get this done, and I'll get an elk the first day, and then just fish the rest of the trip.' But it didn't happen that way." Watch Chris Janson's entire interview with OutKick OutDoors here: Instead, Janson and his hunting buddies spent the week trekking through the high country, encountering elk but struggling to get everything to come together. He suspects the unusually dry weather played a role. With little rain in the area, Janson said, the elk weren't behaving quite the way he'd come to expect during the September rut, when bulls are typically more active and vocal. "We were up in the high country a lot and just had a lot of opportunities that just didn't come together right at the last little bit," he explained. And as the days wore on, so did his patience. "I take hunting so damn serious that I'm almost not even fun to be around sometimes whenever it's not going my way," Janson admitted. "That's the hunter spirit in me. I hate to lose, and so I just want to get out there and get it done." Hey, at least he's self-aware. RILEY GREEN FILLS THE FREEZER AFTER SCORING MASSIVE BULL ELK WITH A BOW IN THE UTAH MOUNTAINS With their trip winding down and no elk to show for it, Janson and his group decided to change their strategy. After spending most of the week hunting at higher elevations, they headed for lower ground. And with just 30 minutes to spare, Janson finally got his bull. "We'd hunted high all week and hunted semi-high and then ended up being in the low country where we probably should have been from the very beginning," he said. "But that's hunting." Of course, chasing elk through the mountains is an entirely different animal than sitting in a tree stand waiting for a whitetail to wander by (not that there's anything wrong with that, by the way). It's a physically demanding pursuit that can involve miles of hiking, steep climbs and some pretty unforgiving terrain. And Janson isn't exactly spending his free time in the gym preparing for it. "I'm not really a training kind of guy. I don't work out," he said. "But I call that my workout for the year because it's all on foot, of course, and you're just climbing here and you're climbing there, and you walk mile after mile after mile." He said mental toughness is just as important as physical conditioning, especially when an elk is bugling a few hundred yards away and the only thing standing between you and that opportunity is another brutal climb. Some hunters might decide the trek isn't worth it. But if you want it badly enough... "I'll climb over any rock, crevice, mountain, river. It doesn't matter," Janson said. "If it gets the mission done, then I'm into it." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER For Janson, the exhausting week in the mountains was worth it. "Nice bull, and I've already eaten about half of it," he said. "And it's been really good." So much for all that fishing he was going to do, though. Love all things hunting, fishing and outdoors? Follow OutKick OutDoors on Instagram and TikTok! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1172875342cf4db90bce3 Hilary Duff flaunts figure in yellow swimsuit on girls' trip as 'toxic mom group' drama resurfaces te 2026-10-15T18:10:48.807Z Hilary Duff flaunts figure in yellow swimsuit on girls' trip as 'toxic mom group' drama resurfaces Hilary Duff's tropical girls' getaway has brought an old Hollywood friendship controversy back into the spotlight. The 39-year-old actress and singer shared photos from a getaway to Mexico with longtime friends, including several shots of herself wearing a bright yellow one-piece swimsuit on the beach. In one photo, Duff posed on the sand holding a fresh coconut decorated with a flower, wearing oversized sunglasses and a dark baseball cap. Her blonde hair was loosely pulled back as she smiled for the camera. MAREN MORRIS FLAUNTS BIKINI BODY IN PHOTODUMP FROM HER GIRLS TRIP TO BALI Another selfie showed the "Lizzie McGuire" star reclining on a bright pink lounge chair in the same swimsuit, shielding her face from the sun with one hand. Duff also shared a group photo of eight women posing together on a wooden terrace overlooking the ocean at sunset, with palm trees framing the backdrop. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Among the women on the getaway were actress Mandy Moore, celebrity chef Gaby Dalkin and makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan Fisher. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Duff also tagged friends Whitney Wagner Hartley, Amanda Lillywhite, Janice Gott and Haylee Christine in the Instagram post. "The group chat made it to the jungle 🪶🌊🌴🌤️," Duff captioned the carousel, tagging the One&Only Mandarina resort. The luxury property is located along Mexico's Riviera Nayarit coast, where the women enjoyed beach outings and spa treatments. MELANIE GRIFFITH STUNS IN BLACK SWIMSUIT DURING WELLNESS RETREAT: 'HEALING AND RENEWAL' Another photo captured five women dressed in white spa robes, some holding drinks as they posed beneath towering palm trees. In a separate photo, Duff posed in a light blue two-piece swimsuit while sitting on a stone ledge surrounded by greenery, her skin covered in what appeared to be a mud treatment. 'WHITE LOTUS' STAR MICHELLE MONAGHAN SHOWCASES HER TONED FIGURE IN STRING BIKINI DURING INDONESIAN VACATION The getaway came shortly after Duff celebrated her 39th birthday on Sept. 28. But while the singer appeared to be enjoying some time away with friends, followers were quick to bring up a familiar name in the comments: Ashley Tisdale. "I just know Ashley Tisdale is punching the air right now😂," one person commented. "Is this the toxic mom trip that made it out of the group chat?" another asked. "Y'all forgot about Ashley Tisdale," a third wrote. Not everyone appreciated the renewed speculation. "Ppl bringing up AT is kinda like adult bullying. Leave her/it alone," one follower commented. The remarks appeared to reference a controversy that erupted earlier this year after Tisdale published a personal essay about leaving what she described as a toxic group of mothers. In the January essay for The Cut, titled "Breaking Up With My Toxic Mom Group," the former "High School Musical" star described feeling increasingly excluded from gatherings with women she had once considered close friends. "I remember being left out of a couple of group hangs, and I knew about them because Instagram made sure it fed me every single photo and Instagram Story," she wrote. Tisdale said the situation eventually prompted her to send a message explaining why she no longer wanted to participate. "This is too high school for me and I don't want to take part in it anymore," she recalled telling the group. Although Tisdale did not identify the women in her essay, social media users quickly speculated that she was referring to Duff, Moore and other celebrity mothers with whom she had previously been photographed. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE However, a representative for Tisdale denied that the essay was about Duff, Moore or Meghan Trainor, according to TMZ. Duff later addressed the controversy during an appearance on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, telling host Alex Cooper that she was hurt by the speculation. "I felt really sad. I honestly felt really sad," Duff said. "It sucks to read something that's like not true and it sucks on behalf of like six women in all of their lives," she continued. Duff also questioned the timing of the controversy, saying she "felt used" as she was experiencing a resurgence in her career. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1172075342cf4db90bcda Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts ruled out of Sunday's game 'out of an abundance of caution' due to blood clot te 2026-10-15T18:10:40.903Z Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts ruled out of Sunday's game 'out of an abundance of caution' due to blood clot Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers due to a superficial blood clot in his calf, which he has been receiving treatment on for nearly a week. The Eagles released a statement Thursday about the medical condition of their quarterback in announcing his looming absence. "On Thursday, October 8th, Jalen visited the training room after practice requesting treatment for his calf. He informed the medical staff he had been cleated during the Rams game on October 4th. This was his first treatment session for the calf injury following the game, after having practiced in full both Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday, Jalen received treatment, practiced in full, and was added to the practice report. EAGLES RELEASE PRO BOWL QUARTERBACK ANDY DALTON AFTER JUST ONE DISASTROUS PASS IN LOSS "Out of an abundance of caution, an ultrasound was performed on Saturday following the team’s flight to London and walkthrough. The ultrasound revealed a superficial blood clot. Our medical staff and doctors in London reviewed the results and concluded that activity and mobility were important and that Jalen could safely play. Doctors recommended a follow-up ultrasound within 72 hours of the game and the return flight to Philadelphia. "Jalen played without limitation in the game Sunday, received treatment on Monday and Tuesday, and practiced in full on Wednesday, as reflected in the practice report. Throughout our time in London and this week, we have remained in communication with the league office regarding the matter.  "On Wednesday night, a follow-up ultrasound revealed movement in the small blood clot. Jalen will be out for Sunday’s game vs. the Panthers as we determine the appropriate course of treatment. His health and safety are our highest priority." Blood clots can be dangerous because they may block blood flow to vital organs, causing a pulmonary embolism, stroke or heart attack. They can also damage tissue or become fatal if they form or travel without prompt treatment. The fact the Eagles say they informed the league about the Hurts' condition shows the potential seriousness of the of the matter. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Although it is clear Hurts will not play in Week 6, his status beyond that is uncertain. The Eagles play their three division rivals – Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders and the New York Giants – in succession after Sunday's home game against the Panthers. Tanner McKee, a third-year veteran, is Philadelphia's backup and is now in line to start against the Panthers. McKee has started two games in his career and the team has lost one and won the other. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1170e75342cf4db90bcb4 Bills HC Joe Brady Has High Praise for Raiders TE Brock Bowers te 2026-10-15T18:10:22.589Z Bills HC Joe Brady Has High Praise for Raiders TE Brock Bowers Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady heaped praise on Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers before Sunday's Week 6 matchup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1170575342cf4db90bcab Pablo Torre Shares Stunning Theory Behind LeBron James' 76ers Move te 2026-10-15T18:10:13.002Z Pablo Torre Shares Stunning Theory Behind LeBron James' 76ers Move LeBron James' move to Philadelphia has raised questions about Michael Rubin's role, with Pablo Torre sharing a surprising theory. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad114b075342cf4db90bc2f Trump Ally Matt Gaetz to Confront Sex Trafficking Accusers Amid New Lawsuit te 2026-10-15T18:00:16.547Z Trump Ally Matt Gaetz to Confront Sex Trafficking Accusers Amid New Lawsuit Former Florida Republican congressman Matt Gaetz is facing a new legal battle after two women filed a federal civil lawsuit. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad114ac75342cf4db90bc26 Lawmakers Invoke Lindsey Graham in Demand Trump Revoke Russia Diesel Deal te 2026-10-15T18:00:12.560Z Lawmakers Invoke Lindsey Graham in Demand Trump Revoke Russia Diesel Deal A bipartisan House group is formally urging Trump to revoke the Russian diesel authorization as a key sanctions deadline nears. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad114a775342cf4db90bc0a Last chance to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Founder Summit pass: Early booking ends Oct. 16 te 2026-10-15T18:00:07.158Z Last chance to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Founder Summit pass: Early booking ends Oct. 16 Savings of up to $200 end October 16 for TechCrunch Founder Summit end on October 16. These savings for Founder and Investor Passes vanish after Friday. Join 1,000 founders and investors on November 4 at Boston’s SoWa Power Station. Bring your toughest questions and make the day count for your busin Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1127675342cf4db90bbdf In weird twist, Big 12 champ last 2 seasons was loser of No. 10 Texas Tech-Arizona State game te 2026-10-15T17:50:46.092Z In weird twist, Big 12 champ last 2 seasons was loser of No. 10 Texas Tech-Arizona State game Arizona State quarterback Cutter Boley takes a snap during the first half against the University of Hawaii at Mountain America Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 10. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1126275342cf4db90bbbc Powered by spikes in energy prices, inflation surges to 3.7% te 2026-10-15T17:50:26.691Z Powered by spikes in energy prices, inflation surges to 3.7% A gas station advertises gas and diesel prices in Forest Glen, Md., on Oct. 5, 2026. More than half a dozen states have enacted tax relief to ease the burden on consumers as fuel prices continue to surge. (Photo by Jane Norman/States Newsroom) Inflation grew to a 3.7% annual rate in September, according to an Oct. 14 report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, up from 3.4% in August.  In the last consumer price inflation report before midterm elections, with voters already fed up with higher prices, September’s number was the highest since May, when it was 4.2%. “Inflation has wiped out wage gains for 6 months now,” Heather Long, the chief economist for Navy Federal, wrote in a social media post. “It’s a financial squeeze. Americans are trying to work more hours to make up for it, but many are still falling behind.” Spikes in energy prices were largely responsible: Gas is now up 34% for the year, and fuel oil, which includes diesel, is up 72% as the Iran war drags on.  States including Georgia, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina, Ohio and Utah have enacted gas tax relief measures recently to battle rising prices. North Carolina expects to lose more than $362 million in tax revenue for the fiscal year because of a gas tax holiday.  New York state estimates fuel oil prices are up 67% from last year, with home heating oil at $6.21 a gallon as of this month. Connecticut announced plans Oct. 13 for additional state aid for home heating assistance, partly because of high prices for delivered oil.   Other than energy, the largest factor was food away from home, up 3.5%. The only decreases were medical care products, down 3.3%, and used cars and trucks, up for the month but still down 1.5% for the year. So-called “core” inflation outside of volatile food and energy was a more modest 2.6%.  Stateline reporter Tim Henderson can be reached at thenderson@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/6ad1125e75342cf4db90bb96 RedZone host Scott Hanson defends NFL officiating, calls league 'best officiated' in America te 2026-10-15T17:50:22.084Z RedZone host Scott Hanson defends NFL officiating, calls league 'best officiated' in America Millions of NFL fans spend each Sunday of the season with Scott Hanson, host of the acclaimed "NFL RedZone." Few people are more aware of when flags are thrown—or missed—than Hanson, who checks in and out of the biggest moments from every Sunday afternoon game. An ESPN Insights report last week found that NFL officials had called more accepted penalties through Week 4 than during the same span of any season since 1978. Officials had also nullified 17 touchdowns, compared to just five through four weeks last season. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Hanson joined OutKick for a wide-ranging interview, and the state of NFL officiating was part of the discussion. "I believe the NFL just put out a statement about penalties. I don't know when people are going to watch this [we recorded on Friday, October 9], but as we are talking right here, the NFL says that penalties per game are actually down this year," Hanson said, citing the league's response disputing concerns about the number of flags in 2026. When we asked about the ESPN Insights report, Hanson said he tries to "err on the side of respect for all the professionals that are involved—players, coaches, support staff and officials." He continued, "I really believe that NFL football is the best—I know this will be controversial—is the best officiated of the major four sports." WWE'S MICHAEL COLE REFUSES TO DIP HIS TOE INTO POLITICAL WATERS, BUCKING TREND AMONG SPORTS BROADCASTERS We next asked Hanson whether he agreed that officials are throwing too many flags, particularly during the regular season. "I know people are going to say I'm a company man, but that's truly the way I feel. To answer your question, are there too many? The number is immaterial to me. The accuracy is what should matter." "Of course, there are calls that go the wrong way, that are not officiated the proper way. And it's not because of an interpretation of rules. It's because the human eye can only go so fast. And a lot of times, the human feet and hands and bodies can move quicker than what we can discern with our human eyes. And then there's error in judgment sometimes." Last week, OutKick argued that the NFL tones down the ticky-tack penalties during the postseason because it understands that an excessive number of flags bogs down the game. That apparent change in philosophy raises an obvious question: If the league is comfortable letting players play in January, why call the game so much tighter during the regular season? Hanson questioned that premise. "This might get me dismissed here, but I'm not even so sure that they do call it differently [in the playoffs]," he countered. "Every game is in a standalone window, so every call is extremely magnified. And so there's a narrative that gets developed, right? "We're all on the same page that the NFL does put all-star crews together, right?" he asked. "You're not getting a playoff game if you aren't great. Which, by the way, I also would have no problem with them making it public what grades the officials get, which would help the fandom understand, ' Okay, this crew or that crew might not be considered. They're not going to get a divisional game. They're not going to get the Super Bowl,' and whatnot." Do you agree? Later in the interview, Hanson and I had an in-depth, respectful debate about—wait for it—the Historical Jesus. If you're interested in that topic, we encourage you to watch the full interview on YouTube here. We appreciate Hanson's willingness to engage in a friendly debate over these topics. He is a great broadcaster and an ever-better person. We hope to have him back on OutKick soon. Watch the full interview by clicking here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1125675342cf4db90bb83 Fired FBI Agents Who Worked on Trump Investigation Sue Patel and Others te 2026-10-15T17:50:14.728Z Fired FBI Agents Who Worked on Trump Investigation Sue Patel and Others The lawsuit also suggests that a motivating factor for the dismissals was the intense scrutiny of the F.B.I. director, Kash Patel, after he went to the Olympics in Milan. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1125175342cf4db90bb67 Obamacare Tax Credits Face New Rules – Who Could Be Affected  te 2026-10-15T17:50:09.359Z Obamacare Tax Credits Face New Rules – Who Could Be Affected  Obamacare tax credits for low-income households could face new IRS and Treasury restrictions aimed at preventing fraud. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1100c75342cf4db90bb0a ‘Suspicious Substances’ Sent to Senators and State Election Officials te 2026-10-15T17:40:28.121Z ‘Suspicious Substances’ Sent to Senators and State Election Officials Federal law enforcement officials said they were investigating a series of letters mailed to members of Congress and secretaries of state in recent days. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1100575342cf4db90baed Green Card Update: Microsoft President Says Vance 'Off Base' on H-1B Visa te 2026-10-15T17:40:21.078Z Green Card Update: Microsoft President Says Vance 'Off Base' on H-1B Visa Brad Smith denied Vice President JD Vance's accusations last week that Microsoft was engaging in widespread fraud. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10ffc75342cf4db90bad1 Volvo makes a bigger bet on Nvidia te 2026-10-15T17:40:12.247Z Volvo makes a bigger bet on Nvidia Volvo is leveling up its automated driving system through an expansion of its nearly decade-long partnership with Nvidia that will extend beyond its battery electric vehicles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10db575342cf4db90ba8a Troy Aikman responds to report of tensions in the booth with Joe Buck over contract situation te 2026-10-15T17:30:29.955Z Troy Aikman responds to report of tensions in the booth with Joe Buck over contract situation Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and ESPN Monday Night Football analyst Troy Aikman was given the opportunity on Thursday to refute there has been tension between himself and broadcast partner Joe Buck and he didn't take it. He didn't deny it. Actually, he kind of fed into it. So the broadcast team that has been together for more than two decades and is slated to broadcast Super Bowl LXI on Feb. 14, the first ever on ESPN, apparently has beef. "There's probably a time and a place for all that to be discussed," Aikman said about the situation on Sportsradio 96.7 in Dallas on Thursday. "I don't know if now is the time. DOLPHINS CONSULTANT TROY AIKMAN WILL BE LIMITED IN MNF ROLE LIKE RAIDERS MINORITY OWNER TOM BRADY IS ON FOX "I don't know if it's hard to figure out kind of what's happened." Aikman was asked specifically whether a report of tension between him and Buck prior to Monday night's game between the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams is true. And that was his answer. The bright, articulate analyst who breaks down plays immediately after they happen didn't tear down a report by Front Office Sports that he and Buck had an argument before they worked the game together. And over what? The fact Buck has signed a new contract to remain with Disney/ ABC/ ESPN as the play-by-play man on Monday Night Football, and Aikman doesn't have any deal in place beyond this season. There has been ongoing tension between the longtime partners about this season and FOS reported Buck "broke the ice" on this tension, but he and Aikman had an argument as a result. Tensions obviously cooled and the two men broadcast the game and apparently intend to continue broadcasting together through the Super Bowl. But what happens after that remains uncertain. NFL ANALYST TONY ROMO PLACED ON LEAVE BY CBS SPORTS FOLLOWING DRUNK DRIVING ARREST IN WISCONSIN "I'll broadcast through this season and I'll be a free agent at the end of the year and kind of see what happens," Aikman said. "I'm looking forward to whatever the rest of this year does hold and the Super Bowl and all that, and where my next landing spot might be." It's unknown what specifically has fed into this drama between Aikman and Buck. It could be that the pair had a gentleman's agreement to form a united front in their contract talks and Buck broke ranks. It could also be that Aikman is simply envious of his partner getting a new deal. Whatever it is, this incident puts both men in the crosshairs. Critics will now watch MNF for further signs of tension. And both ESPN and Buck will continue to be asked for comment on the issue, which neither has so far provided. ESPN declined comment. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! And one has to wonder: What is it with these former Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks turned broadcasters? While Aikman is apparently in a contract squabble with Disney/ ABC/ ESPN, Tony Romo is out at CBS after he was arrested and pleaded no contest to OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) charges in Wisconsin. Romo has said through various statements that he is seeking help for his apparent use of alcohol and painkillers. So next year there could be two former Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks on the analyst free agent market. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10db175342cf4db90ba81 LSU head coach Lane Kiffin is making the same mistake his predecessor did, will he suffer the same fate? te 2026-10-15T17:30:25.947Z LSU head coach Lane Kiffin is making the same mistake his predecessor did, will he suffer the same fate? It's probably fair to say that year one for Lane Kiffin at LSU isn't going quite how most people envisioned it when he was hired. The Tigers gave Kiffin a $93 million contract and one of the most expensive rosters in college football, and six games into his first campaign on the bayou, the Lane Train is 4-2 and staring down the barrel of missing the College Football Playoff if his team comes away with another loss during a brutal back half of the schedule. Even in today's day and age of instant roster upgrades, though, I tend to give most coaches a pass in their first year at a new school (within reason). WHAT DOES A REALISTICALLY SUCCESSFUL FIRST YEAR LOOK LIKE FOR HEAD COACH LANE KIFFIN AT LSU? Weird highs and lows can occur and players still need time to adapt to the culture and expectations set by the new staff, so going solely off of results on the field can leave fans ready to hit the eject button before enough data has been compiled. For that reason, I like to pay attention to what's happening off the field as much as on it, and there is a key thread throughout Kiffin's recruiting strategy that could be a tell for whether or not he will succeed in Baton Rouge. If we take a look at LSU's 2027 recruiting class as it stands right now, nothing looks too alarming. The Tigers sit at 11th in the 247Sports composite rankings, which is really good albeit not elite, but with only 16 commits, it still has plenty of room to grow. The ranking isn't necessarily the problem. The sticking point here is entirely geographical. Just to offer up a bit of a background note on Louisiana high school football before we continue, it has long been said that The Boot is one of the most talent rich states per capita in the entire country. Every successful LSU coach in the 21st century, from Nick Saban to Les Miles to Ed Orgeron, has made locking down the Tigers' home state a priority, and the results speak for themselves. Kiffin is letting the talent from Louisiana seep through his hands, and it's not an overreaction to say that could spell doom for him. Of the top ten prospects in the 2027 recruiting class from Louisiana according to 247Sports, LSU has four of them. Not bad, until you realize that, of the four prospects who carry a five-star rating only one of them is currently committed to the Tigers. The latest casualty came in the form of Easton Royal, a five-star, all-world wide receiver from literally right down the road at Brother Martin High School in New Orleans. Royal was committed to Texas for nearly a year, but everyone with any inside knowledge believed a flip to the instate Tigers was inevitable. The flip came this past Sunday, but instead of staying in The Boot, Royal opted to head to The Swamp instead to play for the Gators. What's even worse is that the lone composite five-star on from that list who is committed to LSU, Ahmad Hudson, has been getting courted heavily by Nebraska for several weeks now, and a flip to the Huskers seems imminent. LANE KIFFIN KNOWS THERE AREN’T EXCUSES AT LSU. NOW COMES THE TEST OF MAKING IT WORTH THE PRICE OF ADMISSION Losing instate five-stars to Florida (Royal), Alabama (quarterback Elijah Haven), and Notre Dame (o-lineman Albert Simien) is painful but excusable. Nebraska taking a five-star from the clutches of the Tigers is a different can of worms altogether. It's not 1996 anymore, and the Huskers are a shell of the once-dominant program they used to be. Over the summer, I wrote about how Kiffin adding former Tigers head coach Ed Orgeron to the staff was his way of addressing the shortcomings of his predecessor, Brian Kelly, but so far, that doesn't seem to be helping. Kelly famously failed to recruit the state of Louisiana to the likings of Tiger fans everywhere, and it ultimately sank his efforts and landed him on the unemployment line this past year. It's early, but Kiffin's classes are looking eerily similar to Kelly's first full class in Baton Rouge, when six of the top ten composite prospects in Louisiana left the friendly confines of The Boot. Although Kelly's 2024 class remedied this quite a bit (signing nine of the top ten composite prospects in the state), it was the only year in which Kelly landed a majority of the top homegrown talent. By that point, the damage had been done. Coaches like Orgeron in the past have eschewed recruiting the state when it made sense, such as during cycles when Louisiana lacked some of the top-end talent it normally possesses. But 2027 is a historically loaded cycle for the state, and Kiffin is failing to tap into the goldmine in his own backyard. Detractors of this theory will say things like "high school recruiting doesn't matter anymore" and "they can just use the portal," but will fail to mention that Kiffin leaned heavily on the portal this year to make up the bulk of his roster. Relying on the portal is volatile, and although most recruits are always a flight risk even after they sign at a school, kids from Louisiana have usually been fiercely loyal to their home state. Just look at the discourse surrounding LSU and Kiffin's recruiting efforts from Tiger fans and beat writers following the news of Royal's flip to Florida and Hudson's open flirtation with Nebraska. Recruiting and retaining the best players from The Boot matters to these people, and if Kiffin fails to show progress on the field, his leash could get that much tighter based solely on the fact that he isn't doing this the "LSU way." I've gone on record saying that Lane Kiffin will be wildly successful at LSU, and I still believe that. He's too talented a coach with too many resources behind him to fail. But if this trend continues, I could very well be wrong. College football is weird like that, and Kiffin needs to right the ship and lock down The Boot, or he could face the same fate as the last guy to strike out on the bayou. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10dac75342cf4db90ba78 Weight-loss drugs may fight 7 serious health problems before the pounds even come off te 2026-10-15T17:30:20.536Z Weight-loss drugs may fight 7 serious health problems before the pounds even come off GLP-1 medications may provide health benefits that extend beyond weight loss, according to a growing body of research. From reducing cardiovascular risks to potentially easing joint pain and inflammation, studies suggest these drugs may affect multiple systems throughout the body. Here are seven potential benefits beyond shedding pounds. POPULAR WEIGHT-LOSS STRATEGY SHOWS SURPRISING POTENTIAL FOR CHRONIC PAIN RELIEF Research suggests semaglutide — the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy — may provide cardiovascular benefits beyond those associated with weight loss. A major study published in The Lancet found that semaglutide reduced the risk of heart attacks, strokes and cardiovascular death among people with existing cardiovascular disease and overweight or obesity. The benefits were observed across different body weights and were not fully explained by weight loss. GLP-1 medications have been linked to reduced joint pain, although researchers are still investigating how much of the benefit comes from weight loss versus other effects. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The STEP 9 clinical trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that semaglutide significantly reduced knee osteoarthritis pain and improved physical function among adults with obesity. GLP-1 medications may help protect kidney function through several mechanisms, including improvements in blood sugar, blood pressure and inflammation. GLP-1 BOOM COULD RESHAPE RESTAURANT BARS AS DINERS CUT BACK ON ALCOHOL In the landmark FLOW trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, semaglutide reduced the risk of major kidney-related complications and cardiovascular death by 24% among patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. MASH, or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, is a more severe form of fatty liver disease involving inflammation and liver cell damage. Research suggests GLP-1 medications may help improve liver health, although the extent to which these benefits occur independently of weight loss remains under investigation. A clinical trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that semaglutide improved liver tissue findings among patients with MASH, including reductions in inflammation and liver scarring. Researchers found that 62.9% of semaglutide recipients experienced resolution of MASH without worsening liver fibrosis, compared with 34.3% receiving placebo. Real-world research presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress has linked GLP-1 medications to fewer asthma attacks and COPD flare-ups. Researchers believe the drugs' potential anti-inflammatory effects may play a role, although additional studies are needed to determine whether the medications directly improve respiratory health. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES The brain contains GLP-1 receptors in regions involved in regulating appetite, emotions, motivation and responses to rewards. Emerging research suggests semaglutide may have potential benefits for mental health and addiction. An observational study published on the preprint server medRxiv linked semaglutide use to lower rates of substance-related and mood disorders. However, the findings have not been peer-reviewed and do not establish that the medication caused the reductions. GLP-1-based medications are also being investigated for their potential benefits in inflammatory skin conditions, including psoriasis. A clinical trial published in JAMA Dermatology found that adding tirzepatide to an existing psoriasis treatment improved skin clearance among adults with moderate to severe psoriasis and overweight or obesity. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Researchers are continuing to investigate whether these benefits result from weight loss, reduced inflammation or a combination of factors. The effects of GLP-1 medications can vary by drug and individual, and patients should consult a healthcare provider about potential risks and benefits. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10da175342cf4db90ba6d Trump’s Attacks on Voting Raise Fears He Will Try to Challenge Midterm Results te 2026-10-15T17:30:09.242Z Trump’s Attacks on Voting Raise Fears He Will Try to Challenge Midterm Results Election officials say they worry the administration could use its own unsubstantiated claims to contest the vote in November. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10ba075342cf4db90ba03 NFL legend Emmitt Smith defends Taylor Swift as her presence at games draws ire of football fans te 2026-10-15T17:21:36.880Z NFL legend Emmitt Smith defends Taylor Swift as her presence at games draws ire of football fans Taylor Swift has certainly become an "Anti-Hero" for football fans, and the NFL’s all-time leading rusher doesn’t understand why. Since Swift began dating Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce, she has attended his games and, in turn, been shown on broadcasts, which has drawn the ire of fans. Emmitt Smith doesn’t think her presence at stadiums or on broadcasts is controversial at all. "Why would it be a controversial matter? She’s there to support her husband and she doesn’t care about all this other stuff, but the networks do. The networks are exposing everything because of who she is. She’s not looking for the damn camera!" Smith told Variety in a recent interview. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The Pro Football Hall of Famer said that Swift isn’t clamoring for attention; she’s just trying to be a supportive wife. "She’s trying to be Taylor Swift, wife to Travis Kelce, and is trying to enjoy life. She’s not going, 'Put me on the camera! I’m here!' Most stars aren’t even like that. The media needs something to talk about, this is fresh and new, and she’s a big star," Smith said. The Dallas Cowboys legend said that while he may not like the way Swift’s appearances are perceived as controversial, there is nothing either of them can do to prevent that unless she stops attending games. "She’s just trying to be herself. That’s what losing your anonymity truly means — people follow you," Smith said. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! With her immense popularity, Swift has drawn more viewers to the sport, and the NFL is trying to replicate that success with other star players’ wives and girlfriends. During training camp, the NFL coordinated a social media effort to feature star quarterbacks such as Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow and Jaxson Dart with their girlfriends or, in Herbert’s case, his fiancée. Smith is not a fan of the effort. "It shouldn’t be a policy. It’s a poor policy. The reason why it’s a poor policy is: Girlfriends do change. Wives sometimes change, but they don’t change as often as girlfriends do. And if you’re going to do it for three [people], you have to do it for everyone — not just a select few — and that’s where the hypocrisy of that scenario comes into play for me," Smith said. The Los Angeles Rams and Buffalo Bills played a thrilling game on "Monday Night Football," and the ESPN broadcast showed Josh Allen’s wife, Hailee Steinfeld, and Matthew Stafford’s wife, Kelly Stafford, after some of the game’s biggest plays late in the game . Swift and other players’ wives and girlfriends have helped the sport grow in popularity, and broadcasts are unlikely to stop showing them, regardless of whether some fans think it’s controversial. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10b9575342cf4db90b9fa Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350 Unlocks Bet $20, Get $350 for Game 4 of Dodgers-Brewers te 2026-10-15T17:21:25.827Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350 Unlocks Bet $20, Get $350 for Game 4 of Dodgers-Brewers Are we about to see the end of a dynasty? The Brewers have officially put the Dodgers on notice and are up 3-0 in the series. Tonight could be the end of their season. 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In order to even get to the game, they had to beat someone in the AFC Championship. That someone was the Denver Broncos, who played the game without starting quarterback Bo Nix.  Nix led his team to an impressive record last season, and the Broncos' defense did the rest of the work. They earned the #1 overall seed in the AFC, and they hosted the playoffs. In the course of beating the Bills in overtime, Nix suffered an injury, and he didn’t play against New England. The Patriots moved on to face the Seahawks. The Super Bowl was a bit of a bust last year. The game was pretty boring overall, and the Seahawks looked like the significantly better team. It led a lot of people to wonder what would happen if these two teams had played instead of the Patriots and Seahawks. Tonight we get to see what would happen. Sure, the teams are a bit different. Kenneth Walker III, the Super Bowl MVP, is gone from the team and is on the Broncos' rival Chiefs. Jaylen Waddle is now on the roster for Denver, and both quarterbacks are healthy. Perhaps this will bring us the game that everyone was hoping for in February. Will Sam Darnold once again lead his team to victory? Will the Broncos and Nix find a way to make people wonder what would’ve happened if they made it to the Super Bowl? Put some money on whichever side you like with Fanatics. New users can earn $350 in FanCash from a $20 wager when using promo code FOXNEWS350. Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10b7d75342cf4db90b9e8 Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Get $200 in Bonuses and Four Sweat-Free Picks for Broncos-Seahawks te 2026-10-15T17:21:01.970Z Betr Promo Code FOXNEWS: Get $200 in Bonuses and Four Sweat-Free Picks for Broncos-Seahawks Week 6 has arrived, and we are ready to see who is a pretender and who is a contender, with a juicy matchup between the Broncos and Seahawks. Betr is offering new users the promo code FOXNEWS to earn $200 in bonuses and four sweat-free picks.  There are a lot of parallels between these two teams. Last season, they both made it to their conference championship games. The Seahawks won theirs, and the Broncos lost theirs in a close battle without their starting quarterback. They both enter today’s game with a 3-2 record for the season.  The Seattle Seahawks started their season by dismissing the same team they defeated in the Super Bowl, the Patriots. That game wasn’t exactly exciting for them, as quarterback Sam Darnold left the game early. They still won 13-10. Week 2 was a little more normal, with them beating the Cardinals 31-7 and Darnold back.  In Week 3, they headed to Washington to face the Commanders and had to face Marcus Mariota. The team couldn’t get the stop needed and lost 33-31. After returning home, they beat the Chargers (a complete disaster of a team). 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad10b4f75342cf4db90b9b4 Has UK Banned Sally Rooney Books? Palestine Action Support Explained te 2026-10-15T17:20:15.675Z Has UK Banned Sally Rooney Books? Palestine Action Support Explained “I have made every effort to be honest with the public about my beliefs and intentions," Rooney said in a statement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1093875342cf4db90b963 Trump-appointed justice joins Sotomayor in unlikely alliance to rip DOJ's handling of illegal immigrant case te 2026-10-15T17:11:20.316Z Trump-appointed justice joins Sotomayor in unlikely alliance to rip DOJ's handling of illegal immigrant case Conservative Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch has joined forces with liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor to question the federal government's prosecution of an illegal immigrant, marking the latest unlikely alliance between the two justices. Gorsuch, appointed by President Donald Trump, and Sotomayor, appointed by former President Barack Obama, raised concerns about the government's decision to prosecute a Mexican national twice for being found unlawfully in the United States — even after a federal court prohibited him from leaving the Eastern District of Oklahoma following his first conviction. The unlikely pairing emerged Tuesday when the Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from Jesus Herrera-Salazar, who argued that his second prosecution violated the Fifth Amendment's protection against double jeopardy. Although the justices agreed the Court should not take up the case, Sotomayor issued a separate statement, joined by Gorsuch, warning of serious constitutional problems with the government's actions. GORSUCH SAYS IDEOLOGICAL DIVIDES ON SUPREME COURT COME DOWN TO ‘HOW YOU READ LAW,’ NOT POLITICS "From the moment he was released from custody after serving his first term of imprisonment, Herrera-Salazar was presented with a Hobson's choice," Sotomayor wrote in the statement joined by Gorsuch. "In the Government's eyes, whether Herrera-Salazar remained in the Eastern District of Oklahoma or left the United States, he would be breaking the law." The two justices questioned how the government could punish someone for remaining in the country after effectively prohibiting him from leaving, with the pair's joint statement describing the situation as a "constitutional absurdity." Their agreement is particularly noteworthy given their differing judicial philosophies, but it is not the first time the pair has found common ground over constitutional protections against government action. In November 2024, Sotomayor and Gorsuch jointly questioned whether homeowners should be compensated when police destroy private property while carrying out law enforcement operations. A few months later, they again joined forces to raise concerns about warrantless misdemeanor arrests. In both cases, as in the latest immigration dispute, the Court declined to hear the appeals, but the justices issued statements highlighting constitutional questions they believed deserved attention. The pair's latest expression of joint public concern came after Herrera-Salazar, a Mexican national previously removed from the United States, was indicted in 2020 for being found in the country following deportation, a violation of federal immigration law. 'UNPRECEDENTED': JUDGES REVEAL BEHIND-THE-SCENES COORDINATION ON TRUMP IMMIGRATION CASES He pleaded guilty and served a prison sentence before being placed on supervised release, during which he was expressly prohibited from leaving the Eastern District of Oklahoma without authorization under the terms of his release. While still under those restrictions, Herrera-Salazar was stopped by police in Heavener, Oklahoma, and subsequently charged again under the same federal immigration statute prohibiting previously deported individuals from being found unlawfully in the United States. A jury subsequently convicted Herrera-Salazar, resulting in another prison sentence and additional supervised release. The second prosecution prompted Herrera-Salazar to challenge his conviction on double-jeopardy grounds, arguing that the government had effectively punished him twice for the same continuous period of unlawful presence. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit rejected that argument, concluding that the offense is completed when authorities discover a person's unlawful presence and that a subsequent discovery can support a separate prosecution without requiring another illegal entry. Sotomayor and Gorsuch questioned that reasoning, pointing to Supreme Court precedent establishing that prosecutors cannot evade double-jeopardy protections simply by dividing one continuous crime into separate periods. Their concern was not whether Herrera-Salazar had violated immigration law in the first place, but whether the government could repeatedly prosecute him for remaining in the United States without evidence of a separate unlawful reentry. The justices also highlighted that Herrera-Salazar's supervised-release conditions restricted him from leaving Oklahoma, meaning the government was effectively preventing him from ending the conduct for which it later prosecuted him again. Sotomayor warned that, under the government's interpretation, prosecutors theoretically could have brought separate charges against Herrera-Salazar for each day he remained imprisoned following his first conviction. The statement was issued despite the justices' agreement with the Court's decision not to review the case. Sotomayor explained that Herrera-Salazar had already been removed from the United States and expressed hope that the unusual circumstances surrounding his prosecution would not arise again. SUPREME COURT KICKS OFF NEW TERM WITH FRESH QUESTIONS OVER ITS LEGITIMACY AND ITS FUTURE Rather than dissenting from the Court's refusal to hear the appeal, Sotomayor and Gorsuch used what is formally known as a statement "respecting the denial of certiorari" to publicly identify constitutional concerns and urge lower courts to avoid similar problems in future cases. The unusual collaboration follows two earlier cases in which Sotomayor authored statements joined by Gorsuch after the Supreme Court declined review. In November 2024, the pair raised concerns in Baker v. City of McKinney, a Texas case involving a homeowner whose property was extensively damaged during a police operation to apprehend an armed fugitive. Police had used tear gas, explosives and an armored vehicle during the standoff, leaving the home severely damaged. Although the justices acknowledged that officers acted properly to protect public safety, they questioned whether the Constitution permits the government to impose the financial burden of such damage on an individual homeowner without compensation. Meanwhile, in February 2025, Sotomayor and Gorsuch again joined forces, this time questioning whether the Fourth Amendment permitted police to make warrantless arrests for misdemeanors committed outside an officer's presence that they did not personally witness. That case involved a Florida man arrested for loitering and prowling after police responding to a report of suspicious activity encountered him walking through a residential neighborhood before dawn. A subsequent search uncovered stolen mail, leading to a federal criminal charge. Fox News Digital reached out to the SCOTUS chambers for comment but did not hear back in time for publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1093075342cf4db90b95a America's next war could reach US soil, top Army general warns te 2026-10-15T17:11:12.677Z America's next war could reach US soil, top Army general warns The American military has largely operated on a familiar premise: combat the enemy overseas before the fight reaches home. But as drones, cyberattacks and long-range weapons pose growing threats to U.S. military installations and critical infrastructure, Army leaders are preparing for a future in which American forces could come under attack before they ever deploy overseas. "If we're going against a pacing threat, power projection will be contested," Gen. Christopher LaNeve, the Army's acting chief of staff, told Fox News Digital on Wednesday. He said the military is rethinking assumptions that were held during decades of fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan, when American forces could largely count on secure bases and supply lines at home. FBI WARNS BATTLEFIELD-STYLE DRONE ATTACKS COULD REACH US: 'ONLY A MATTER OF TIME' "During the Global War on Terror, we took a lot of things for granted, because we could," LaNeve said during a small-group roundtable at the Association of the United States Army's annual conference in Washington this week. In a potential conflict with China, disrupting American military bases, transportation networks and communications could delay U.S. forces from reaching the battlefield. The Pentagon's latest report on China's military capabilities warns that Beijing has positioned cyber capabilities inside U.S. critical infrastructure networks that could be used to disrupt American military mobilization during a conflict. The concerns come as the Pentagon places renewed emphasis on homeland defense and military installations as they prepare to potentially confront threats closer to home. U.S. officials have previously confirmed drone incursions over installations — including Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Virginia and Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey. Though those incidents have not been publicly attributed to China. The warning of a future fight on American soil comes amid the How the Army Fights roll out. The new operational framework places greater emphasis on preparing American forces to deploy, communicate and sustain operations even when military bases, supply lines and communications networks are under attack. The guidance places greater emphasis on the Army's ability to deploy and sustain forces under threat, including when communications, supply lines and military infrastructure are disrupted. US MILITARY BASES ARE ‘ILL-EQUIPPED’ TO STOP DRONE SWARMS, TOP COMMANDER REVEALS AFTER RUBIO'S UAP WARNING LaNeve said the Army is using the framework to establish clearer priorities for how its formations train, fight and incorporate new technology. "It was important to get this document out to provide a direction for our Army, a stake in the ground in where we're moving," LaNeve told Fox News Digital in an interview Wednesday. The changes are being led by an Army leadership team serving in acting capacities following the departures of former Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George. LaNeve remains the Senate-confirmed vice chief of staff. , LaNeve explained how the Army is preparing to keep fighting even when an adversary disrupts military communications. "I think what you would see inside this command and control capability is the ability to operate disconnected and then reconnect when you have that capability, but to continue to be able to maneuver," he said. The Army is also rethinking how it protects military installations at home. LaNeve pointed to Joint Interagency Task Force 401, which is working with federal and local law enforcement to strengthen counter-drone defenses around military bases and critical infrastructure. CARTELS USE DRONES TO SCOUT BORDER AGENTS AND MAP SMUGGLING ROUTES, EXPERT WARNS Acting Army Secretary Adam Telle pointed to the southern border as an example of how soldiers are already confronting drone threats closer to home. He said soldiers are using the mission to test new counter-drone technology against real-world threats, gaining experience they can bring back to their units as the Army prepares for future conflicts. The Army is also expanding its preparations for biological threats that could disrupt military operations. Officials announced this week that biological incidents will be incorporated into routine combat training as part of a broader effort to ensure soldiers can continue carrying out their missions through disease outbreaks or deliberate biological attacks. During a separate panel Wednesday, Air Force Secretary Troy Meink warned that advances in surveillance technology could soon make it increasingly difficult for military forces to operate anywhere without being detected. "We are rapidly heading to a point in time where, depending on what your signature is, how fast you're moving, the enemy is going to have some sense to where you are no matter where you are on the planet," Meink said. He suggested that level of surveillance could emerge within five years, potentially sooner, as China and other adversaries expand their ability to track and target military assets. Meink said the Pentagon is working to make its forces more survivable, including through autonomous systems capable of operating in dangerous environments where commanders might hesitate to send manned platforms. War Secretary Pete Hegseth, speaking alongside Meink and the other service secretaries, criticized what he described as the Pentagon's failure to keep pace with technological advances under the Biden administration. "On hypersonics, they took a nap. On space, they took a nap. On weaponization of space, they took a nap. On drones, they took a nap," Hegseth said. LaNeve emphasized that despite the Army's growing reliance on advanced technology, soldiers must still be able to carry out their missions when those systems are unavailable. "Soldiers are our number one platform. It is the Army's platform," he told Fox News Digital. The technology, he said, is intended to make troops more capable, but soldiers must remain grounded in the fundamental skills needed to fight without it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1092975342cf4db90b951 Giant meat-eating crabs with crushing grip complicate Amelia Earhart expedition on remote island te 2026-10-15T17:11:05.120Z Giant meat-eating crabs with crushing grip complicate Amelia Earhart expedition on remote island Massive meat-eating coconut crabs are posing an unusual challenge for the team searching for Amelia Earhart's missing plane on the remote Pacific island of Nikumaroro. Purdue University confirmed on Monday that the crew would sleep aboard its vessel rather than on the island, citing the enormous crustaceans as one reason for the decision. The 17-person expedition team arrived off Nikumaroro on Monday evening after a five-day voyage across the Pacific, going ashore the following morning to begin investigating clues that could help solve Earhart's disappearance. AMELIA EARHART MYSTERY ENTERS CRITICAL PHASE AS EXPLORERS ZERO IN ON MYSTERIOUS OBJECT "The crew will sleep nightly aboard the Marin Mainiku for a number of reasons, one of which is the presence of coconut crabs, whose size and overnight activity make staying on the island impractical," the university said. The team, which is 16 hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), has already encountered the massive crustaceans while working on the island. In a Tuesday statement, Purdue University officials said researchers came across at least four coconut crabs while clearing an overgrown trail to the island's lagoon. The path, nicknamed the "Gallagher Highway," had become heavily overgrown since the last expedition — forcing researchers and crew members to use machetes and hand chainsaws to clear a route. The work took about two hours. Despite the crab encounters, the animals "posed no threat to the operation," according to the university. DIVERS BRAVE DEADLY 'MOUNT EVEREST OF SHIPWRECKS' AS FAMED WRECK BREAKS APART The coconut crab is considered the largest terrestrial arthropod, according to a 2011 report from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The crab digs shallow burrows for mating and molting and frequently maintains several burrows within its territory, the USGS report states. "The species is omnivorous and will scavenge carcasses, climb trees to access food or escape, and can live [for] over 40 years," added the USGS report. Coconut crabs are also equipped with two powerful pincers capable of cracking through the tough exterior of a coconut, according to London's Natural History Museum. NOAH'S ARK MYSTERY ENTERS NEW PHASE AS RESEARCHERS PROBE DEEP BENEATH SITE The crustaceans' claws have serrated edges that function like teeth, allowing them to break open the hard shells. "The squeeze of a coconut crab’s pincers can be much stronger than a human’s grip," the museum said. Researchers testing 29 wild coconut crabs found that their pincers could generate more than 1,765 newtons of force. "For comparison, humans have a maximum bite force of between 1,100 and 1,300 newtons," the museum added. One photo released by Purdue University shows expedition member Sirisha Bandla smiling as she holds a massive coconut crab, its long legs and claws extending outward. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Expedition member Renato LaRocca, who had previously visited Nikumaroro, acknowledged the challenges posed by the island's wildlife in an Oct. 9 university statement. "There is a problem with coconut crabs and hermit crabs, but otherwise it's a magical place," he said. Despite the challenges, Rick Pettigrew, executive director of the Archaeological Legacy Institute and leader of the expedition, said the team remained in "excellent spirits." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "We continue to be well taken care of by our very capable Kiribati crew, and we are looking forward to the work ahead," he added. Purdue University told Fox News Digital on Thursday that the crabs have not caused any additional challenges for the crew. The expedition is investigating a mysterious anomaly detected in satellite imagery that some researchers believe could be Earhart's missing Lockheed Electra. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The search is rooted in the Nikumaroro Hypothesis, which suggests Earhart's aircraft went down near the remote Pacific island. Earhart was just 39 years old when she disappeared on July 2, 1937, during her attempt to become the first woman to fly around the world. The famed aviator as well as her navigator, Fred Noonan, vanished during one of the final legs of their journey after taking off from Lae, New Guinea, en route to Howland Island. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1092075342cf4db90b948 NBA Hall of Famer Amare Stoudemire is now a police officer after graduating from Miami academy te 2026-10-15T17:10:56.696Z NBA Hall of Famer Amare Stoudemire is now a police officer after graduating from Miami academy After earning more than $161 million over his Hall of Fame career, Amare Stoudemire has more than enough money to never work again. But instead, his second act will be on the front lines. The former NBA big man, 43, recently graduated from the police academy in Miami and is now a police officer. "It’s something I always wanted to do since I was a kid. I remember back when I was in grade school, elementary school. They asked you on career day, 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' And my initial response was a police officer," Stoudemire told Sports Illustrated. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "It runs in the family. My uncle was a captain. His brother was a deputy. My cousin is a captain. My sister’s in the academy. So, it’s a family tradition, basically." Stoudemire took his lessons from the basketball court to the academy, where he endured physical tests and read thousands of pages on policy. "It’s a similar situation where you have to have discipline. You gotta have a sense of professionalism. You have to be able to communicate properly. I think as an athlete, all those things also are important. Being able to communicate with your fans and the media, but more so, as an officer, you communicate with the community. So I will be able to help steer the next generation in the proper way and catch them before they get in trouble and try to provide some guidance there," he said. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Stoudemire admitted his wife "was a little bit concerned because obviously being a police officer, there’s some danger to it." "But if you are well-trained and you understand your policies and procedures, you’re able to somewhat have officer safety, which is very important, and that’s the goal," he said. Stoudemire said the "business" of "protect[ing] and serv[ing] the community" is what "drew" him to the line of work. "We’re able to somewhat help protect the community that really needs help and wants protection, and wants to live a comfortable lifestyle. And so, for me, that helped me to want to get involved, and also being able to teach the children. To be hands-on with the young youth, and to steer them in the right direction, not only from an athletic standpoint, but also just from a successful, professional entrepreneur standpoint," Stoudemire said. "And also coming from a law enforcement perspective, I’ve had a lot of law enforcement role models in my life growing up. My JV coach was in law enforcement. My uncle, who’s my favorite uncle, was, I mentioned before, also [in] law enforcement, and these are all positive influences that steer me in the right direction." Stoudemire averaged 17.8 points and 7.8 rebounds in his career and was a six-time All-Star. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1090e75342cf4db90b92f Harvard Endowment Soars to $68 Billion Even as Federal Cuts Force Layoffs te 2026-10-15T17:10:38.194Z Harvard Endowment Soars to $68 Billion Even as Federal Cuts Force Layoffs The stock market has boosted Harvard’s wealth. But as federal funding slumps, the school is seeking corporate sponsors to underwrite research. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1090275342cf4db90b90b Russia Wants the Disabled to Fight Ukraine's Drones te 2026-10-15T17:10:26.842Z Russia Wants the Disabled to Fight Ukraine's Drones Russia is offering disabled and older recruits huge bonuses to shoot down Ukrainian drones. The fine print hides a nasty catch. 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The majority were able to leave late Tuesday, Oct. 13, with the remaining campers to depart on Wednesday, Oct. 14, the Coconino County Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1044675342cf4db90b7b9 Sydney Sweeney ditches signature blonde locks for unrecognizable new look te 2026-10-15T16:50:14.593Z Sydney Sweeney ditches signature blonde locks for unrecognizable new look Sydney Sweeney who? On Wednesday, the actress took to social media to share a series of photos of herself frolicking around the Santa Monica pier in a brunette wig while enjoying an afternoon with her best friend. "When ur bestie shows up and says 'here put this wig on,'" Sweeney captioned the post, which featured a carousel of photos showing off her new look. SYDNEY SWEENEY’S PROVOCATIVE SPORTS AD 'REINFORCES THE IMAGE SHE HAS ALREADY BUILT' DESPITE BACKLASH: EXPERT "I didn’t even recognise her," one user wrote on Instagram. "I like this brunette version," another added. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE The public outing comes amid ongoing backlash over her controversial Novig sports betting ads, which sparked fierce criticism from female athletes and critics who accused the company of sexualizing women in sports. In the original ad, Sweeney appeared nearly nude while posing with sports equipment and telling viewers the platform was "just sports." The campaign prompted criticism from Olympians and professional athletes, including swimmer Ariarne Titmus, who called it a "kick in the face" to women who have devoted their lives to sports. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Gymnast Gracie Kramer accused the ad of marketing women’s sports "through the male gaze," while British sprinter Amy Hunt said the campaign offered an inaccurate picture of what women in sports look like. Sweeney later appeared to respond by sharing images of famous athletes, including Serena Williams, Ronda Rousey, Sue Bird, Megan Rapinoe and Caroline Wozniacki, who had posed nude for ESPN’s Body Issue. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE On Sunday, Sweeney doubled down and ditched her top in a new commercial for Novig, wearing only white underwear while strategically covering herself with footballs. "There are grown men making spreadsheets to bet on what color underwear I’m wearing," Sweeney says in the ad posted on Instagram. "I mean, I’m flattered?" She then jokes about someone "betting their 401(k) on a war" before concluding, "Novig is … just sports." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1044275342cf4db90b797 Telehealth Can Read the Face. Can It Protect the Patient? | Opinion te 2026-10-15T16:50:10.587Z Telehealth Can Read the Face. Can It Protect the Patient? | Opinion Local processing can reduce privacy risks, but clinical evidence and meaningful consent must come before wide use in patient care. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1044075342cf4db90b78e Two Key Social Security Changes Are Coming Next Year te 2026-10-15T16:50:08.505Z Two Key Social Security Changes Are Coming Next Year The Social Security Administration announced that benefits will rise 3.6 percent in 2027 under the COLA. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad1043d75342cf4db90b772 SK Hynix bargains for chip equipment exports to its China facility in return for building a factory in US te 2026-10-15T16:50:05.814Z SK Hynix bargains for chip equipment exports to its China facility in return for building a factory in US SK Hynix’s Solidigm is reportedly seeking US approval to send more chipmaking equipment to China as it weighs building a new NAND chip factory in America. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad101ec75342cf4db90b6e0 Bill and Hillary Clinton make eleventh-hour midterm moves as party's old guard faces new reality te 2026-10-15T16:40:12.940Z Bill and Hillary Clinton make eleventh-hour midterm moves as party's old guard faces new reality The Clintons are back on the midterm campaign circuit — with Bill Clinton heading to Florida to stump for Democratic gubernatorial nominee David Jolly and Hillary Clinton taking to the podcast microphone as the party makes its final push toward Election Day. The former president is scheduled to make his first public campaign appearance of the 2026 election cycle on Oct. 20 for Jolly, a former Republican congressman turned Democrat. Hillary, meanwhile, has teamed up with journalist Kara Swisher for a new midterm-focused podcast series and has been making campaign appearances of her own. The moves bring two of the Democratic Party's most recognizable figures into the midterm fight as the party grapples with competing visions for its future, raising questions about how much influence the Clintons still wield as progressive candidates challenge the Democratic establishment. BIDEN CONSPICUOUSLY ABSENT FROM CAMPAIGN TRAIL AS OBAMA, HARRIS STEP UP FOR MIDTERM PUSH While the Clintons remain prominent in Democratic politics, one party strategist says Democrats are more focused on winning elections than revisiting the party's past. "President Clinton remains one of the most gifted political communicators this country has ever known, particularly when it comes to connecting with working-class voters on the economic issues that matter most," said Democratic strategist Kevin Walling. "But I don’t believe that Democrats are looking for a Clinton restoration — they’re looking for a path back to winning." Democratic strategist Mally Smith offered a more skeptical assessment of how much reach the Clintons have in the closing weeks of the election. "Hillary and Bill are still relevant to some voters. However, they will mostly be useful in speaking to the Democratic base and those who are highly engaged in politics," Mally Smith. "It is a hard media environment to breakthrough and even current elected officials, let alone former office holders, will struggle to get people’s attention." Clinton's Oct. 20 appearance will take place at an interfaith event in Hollywood, Florida, alongside Jolly, who is facing Republican Rep. Byron Donalds in the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis. Jolly is campaigning on affordability, including lowering property insurance costs through a state-backed catastrophe fund, expanding Medicaid, increasing funding for public schools and protecting abortion rights. Hillary Clinton, meanwhile, traveled to Omaha, Nebraska, on Saturday to rally support for Democratic candidates Lynne Walz and Denise Powell at a "Pumpkins, Pies, and Politics" fundraiser. HILLARY CLINTON ISSUES ENDORSEMENT IN US MIDTERM ELECTIONS Asked how she would address Democrats who feel their votes no longer matter, Clinton pointed to a series of national crises that have contributed to voter frustration – including her 2016 election loss. "And you could kind of understand that, for people who feel like they've had a series of hard times. If you look back on the last 25 years in our country, I was a senator from New York on 9/11. That was a trauma. The terrible financial crisis of 2008 was horrific for people. We had an election in 2016 that, you know, raised a lot of questions that we're still trying to find answers for about what, what kind of really went on, and then we had COVID," she said during the Nebraska event. Clinton teamed up with journalist and podcast host Kara Swisher for a six-week limited series titled "High Stakes," which debuted Oct. 14 and will air weekly through mid-November, focusing on the 2026 midterm elections, key congressional races and issues. The first episode, which aired Wednesday, centered on rising costs for gas, groceries and healthcare, Elon Musk's political spending and how Democrats can make affordability a winning message, while also examining key Senate races in Michigan and Maine. HILLARY CLINTON CONCEDES INFAMOUS 9/11 NEAR-FAINTING EPISODE IN 2016 WAS A 'MISTAKE' ON HER PART "If the former president can help Democrats compete in a challenging state like Florida, and Secretary Clinton’s podcast can contribute to a substantive national conversation that motivates my party, that’s certainly a positive," said Walling. The Clintons' increased visibility comes as Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates have scored primary victories against incumbent or establishment-backed Democrats in states including Colorado, New York and Michigan. MEET THE FAR-LEFT INSURGENTS WAGING WAR ON THE DEMOCRATIC ESTABLISHMENT IN 2026 MIDTERMS "The challenge for Democrats is drawing on the wisdom and experience of the party’s past without overshadowing the next generation of leaders who will define its future," he added. Fox News Digital reached out to the Clintons and Jolly’s campaign for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad101eb75342cf4db90b6d7 Jon Rahm officially walks away from LIV Golf and the estimated $100M still owed to him in deal te 2026-10-15T16:40:11.390Z Jon Rahm officially walks away from LIV Golf and the estimated $100M still owed to him in deal Jon Rahm is officially out of LIV Golf, and it's costing him. The two-time major winner reached a separation agreement with the league in which he agreed to forfeit the remainder of the estimated $100 million owed to him. Rahm will have his name, image, and likeness rights returned to him as part of the deal, ESPN reported, citing court records. Rahm shocked the golf world nearly three years ago when, after publicly dismissing the league, he joined it on a deal that was rumored to be between $300 million and $600 million. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE But at a bankruptcy hearing last week, Rahm's attorneys stated that he would not be part of what has been dubbed "LIV 2.0" and its "unacceptable" terms. LIV filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in New Jersey last month. Between 2021 and 2026, LIV spent an estimated $5 billion to $8 billion. Bankruptcy filings show the league owes millions of dollars in unpaid compensation to top players, including Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson and Cam Smith. The PIF halted funding in April to redirect money toward domestic projects and manage financial pressures from the regional war with Iran. Following the decision, PIF governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan resigned from LIV’s board. Rahm won the league's individual title in each of the last three years, making his defection from the league arguably its biggest hit. The rest of the golfers have until Oct. 25 to decide whether they will stay for LIV 2.0 or follow in Rahm's footsteps. There is a chance the league will cease operations. KAI TRUMP'S MIAMI WOMEN'S GOLF SEASON ON HOLD FOLLOWING SECOND WRIST SURGERY: 'I MADE THE BEST DECISION' The DP World Tour, formerly known as the European Tour, announced earlier this week that LIV players would no longer be allowed to play in its events. LIV golfers were allowed to play on the DP World Tour as long as they were in good standing and paid any fines for playing in LIV events that conflicted with the DP World Tour calendar — those fines were paid for by the PIF until 2025. Rahm won the 2021 U.S. Open and the 2023 Masters. He and Tyrrell Hatton were the lone LIV golfers on Team Europe during last year's Ryder Cup. LIV has laid off most of its operational staff, left event contractors waiting for payment and faces a lawsuit from the Premier Golf League alleging breach of confidence and conspiracy. Brooks Koepka was the first big name to leave LIV Golf, doing so late last year and returning to the PGA Tour. Patrick Reed followed in his footsteps shortly after. Shortly after the PIF pulled its funding, LIV CEO Scott O'Neil said the LIV calendar would not be altered, but that did not occur. The league's originally-scheduled championship weekend was canceled, forcing it to be played a week earlier. OutKick's Alejandro Avila contributed to this report. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad101e775342cf4db90b6b5 Jack Smith Case Handed to Trump-Appointed Judge After Mass Recusal te 2026-10-15T16:40:07.626Z Jack Smith Case Handed to Trump-Appointed Judge After Mass Recusal A Trump-appointed Ohio judge has taken over Marsha Blackburn's lawsuit against former special counsel Jack Smith. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad101e575342cf4db90b6ac Who Is James Talarico's Girlfriend? Brianna Menard's Unique Texas History te 2026-10-15T16:40:05.744Z Who Is James Talarico's Girlfriend? Brianna Menard's Unique Texas History A native Texan, Menard, is a medical PAC director and his former chief of staff. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ff9a75342cf4db90b3fb Gavin Williams strikeout prop and Tyler Glasnow outs pick for ALCS and NLCS Game 3 and 4 te 2026-10-15T16:30:18.377Z Gavin Williams strikeout prop and Tyler Glasnow outs pick for ALCS and NLCS Game 3 and 4 We have two games today in baseball, with both the American League Championship Series and the National League Championship Series taking place. It has been a bit of a bloodbath for me, with me believing too much in the Dodgers and not nearly enough in the Brewers. I did get a win in the Rays vs. Guardians Game 2. Their game starts pretty early today, but I'll share a play in both games. Tampa comes into this game after winning Game 2 and tying the series. They now have to face a Guardians team that is just 1-2 at home this postseason. They lost home-field advantage in Game 1, and now need to steal it back. Griffin Jax is going for the Rays, and he has been a mixed bag for the Rays this season. He has a 3.53 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP this year. In his one postseason outing, he went two innings and allowed just one earned run. He didn't face the Guardians this year, but he has held them to 14 hits in 61 at-bats. Jose Ramirez has been solid against him with five hits in 17 at-bats. Steven Kwan, on the other hand, has gone 0-for-10 with three strikeouts. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The Guardians broke out their bats in Game 1, but couldn't get anything going in Game 2. They had a chance to tie it up late, but they couldn't make it happen. They scored their only run on a Chase DeLauter double to right field. That hit brought the go-ahead run to the plate, but they couldn't knock in anyone else. Gavin Williams is getting the start here, and he is making his fourth appearance of the postseason. Williams is a power pitcher, and he was second in the Majors in strikeouts. In his three appearances this postseason, he struck out 24 hitters over 11.2 innings. He faced the Rays earlier this year and allowed five hits and one unearned run over 7.2 innings. He struck out nine hitters in that game. Williams is a very good pitcher and has struck out a lot of batters this postseason. However, with the number of pitches he has thrown (210) this postseason and the amount of work he has had, I don't see him going deep into this game. I like under 6.5 strikeouts. The Rays only have 32 strikeouts this postseason in five playoff games. Those reasons combine to give me a play on Williams under 6.5. HOW TO BET ON TODAY'S ALCS AND NLCS ACTION WITH FANATICS SPORTSBOOK, BETMGM, BET365 AND MORE Los Angeles is on the verge of complete collapse. Last season, they swept the Brewers, and this season they look like Milwaukee will return the favor. What has to be most disheartening for Los Angeles is that they've scored first in two of three games and had a lead in each game. The Brewers see the Dodgers score, and instantly get their runs back, and then some more. The Dodgers have to find some hitting. They've been abysmal with runners in scoring position. The Brewers haven't decided who will throw for them, but honestly, it doesn't matter because the Dodgers haven't hit anyone anyway. Tyler Glasnow will go for the Brewers, and against Atlanta, Glasnow went 4.2 innings and allowed one hit in the game. In the postseason, starters don't go very deep into games. Last night, Dave Roberts left Blake Snell in a bit too long, even though Snell was dealing. It cost the Dodgers the game. BREWERS STEAL GAME 3 ON DODGERS' HOME TURF TO GO UP 3-0, PUSHING LA TO BRINK OF ELIMINATION I expect Roberts to have a quick hook and pull Glasnow early. I'm taking under 14.5 outs recorded from him. I'll also take a shot at William Contreras under 0.5 hits in the game. He has been hitting really well, but Glasnow has done great against him in the past. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ff9675342cf4db90b3db Divorce Planning Must Consider Life After the Settlement | Opinion te 2026-10-15T16:30:14.732Z Divorce Planning Must Consider Life After the Settlement | Opinion Divorce can undermine retirement security. Careful planning and informed settlements can help protect long-term stability. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ff9475342cf4db90b3d2 Buccaneers Have Disappointing Baker Mayfield News Days Before Steelers Game te 2026-10-15T16:30:12.827Z Buccaneers Have Disappointing Baker Mayfield News Days Before Steelers Game The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a disappointing development on quarterback Baker Mayfield before Sunday's game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ff9275342cf4db90b3c9 Josh Allen Delivers Confident Message on James Cook Amid Fumbling Issues te 2026-10-15T16:30:10.845Z Josh Allen Delivers Confident Message on James Cook Amid Fumbling Issues Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered a confident message about the fumble issues for running back James Cook. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ff9075342cf4db90b3c0 Ravens OC Makes Revealing Lamar Jackson Admission Amid Injury Concerns te 2026-10-15T16:30:08.922Z Ravens OC Makes Revealing Lamar Jackson Admission Amid Injury Concerns Ravens OC Declan Doyle reveals how Lamar Jackson prepares amid injury concerns as Baltimore faces a crucial Browns matchup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5d75342cf4db90b384 Trump: Execution of Fort Hood shooter will not be livestreamed te 2026-10-15T16:20:45.927Z Trump: Execution of Fort Hood shooter will not be livestreamed The main gate at Fort Hood on South Fort Hood Street in Killeen, Texas. (Photo credit: U.S. Army) WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump Thursday announced that the execution of a man convicted of the Fort Hood shooting will not be livestreamed, a reversal after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said last week that Nidal Hasan’s death by firing squad would be public.  “I think streaming the execution for all to see might have been a strong deterrent for the World to witness how America deals with Terrorists and SCUM like Hasan but, many very good and well meaning people would rather not watch him die, through streaming, or through any other visual device,” Trump wrote on his social media site, Truth Social. “He will die, as scheduled, by firing squad, but this event will not be streamed.” Last week, Hegseth’s decision to make Hasan’s execution public garnered bipartisan backlash, and members of Congress urged the Trump administration to reconsider.  On Friday, Trump “absolutely” said he had approved the livestreaming but also said he would make a determination about whether it should occur. Vice President JD Vance appeared skeptical that a public execution would be approved, and already stated he would not watch it.  Earlier this month, Trump approved of Hasan’s execution by firing squad on Dec. 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, the military installation where Hasan carried out a mass shooting on Nov. 5, 2009.  He was an Army Medical Corps psychiatrist from Virginia who was convicted and admitted to killing 13 people and injuring 32 others at Fort Hood, making it the deadliest non-combative attack on a U.S. military base.  Hasan was also shot during the mass shooting and is paralyzed from the waist down.  Trump added in his announcement that the only people who will be viewing the execution in person are “the immediate families of the victims, if they so choose.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5c75342cf4db90b367 John Calipari jokes that he was 'on crack' when putting together Arkansas' wildly difficult schedule te 2026-10-15T16:20:44.175Z John Calipari jokes that he was 'on crack' when putting together Arkansas' wildly difficult schedule To say that the Arkansas Razorbacks will be tested during their non-conference slate as they begin the college hoops season would be an understatement. Now, just a few short weeks out from his team's season opener, head coach Jon Calipari wouldn't mind a do-over with the scheduling. Speaking with the media at the SEC Basketball Tipoff event in Birmingham, AL, Calipari called the Hogs' schedule "ridiculous," but he didn't just leave it at that; he joked that he must've been "on crack" when finalizing his team's slate of games. "That's part of my job, teaching them how to win, and how to play in tough games," Calipari explained, while speaking on his roster. "Our schedule is ridiculous. Why I opened the season with Virginia, I must have been on crack. Then you go Michigan State, what? Then you're going to go play in Phoenix, play Arizona. Indiana, way better than I thought, we're playing 'em in New York." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE While Calipari made it sound like his team jumps right into the fire in game one of the season against Virginia, the Razorbacks open up the campaign against Arkansas Pine-Bluff on Nov. 3 before playing the Cavaliers in Washington, D.C. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Arkansas' games against Indiana and Michigan State will also be played on a neutral floor, but the Hogs do take on North Carolina in a true road test on Dec. 1 in Chapel Hill. The contest against the Heels is actually the only true road game Arkansas has on the slate until SEC play gets underway in January. Arkansas was picked to finish third in a loaded SEC in the preseason media poll, with Florida taking the top spot followed by Texas. Calipari's previous employer, Kentucky, was picked to finish seventh in the conference. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Calipari is entering his third year as the head coach of the Razorbacks and has pushed the program to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament in each of his first two seasons in charge. Arkansas was led by Darius Acuff Jr. last season, and will have to attempt to fill his void after he was selected seventh overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5a75342cf4db90b35e Florida mom vanished after 'People's Court' airing, now ex-fiancé is arrested on murder charge 15 years later te 2026-10-15T16:20:42.731Z Florida mom vanished after 'People's Court' airing, now ex-fiancé is arrested on murder charge 15 years later Police in Orlando, Florida, have arrested the ex-fiancé of Michelle Parker, the woman who disappeared in 2011 just hours after the pair’s dispute aired on "The People’s Court." Dale Smith Jr., 55, was arrested on Wednesday by the Orlando Police Department on a charge of second-degree murder in the death of Parker. While her body hasn't been located, police said "all evidence leads to Dale Smith Jr. as the person responsible for Michelle's murder." The arrest comes 15 years after Parker was last seen on Nov. 17, 2011, when she dropped her twins off with Smith. Parker disappeared the same afternoon that a prerecorded episode of "The People’s Court" aired showing her and Smith settling a dispute over a $5,000 engagement ring. MICHELLE PARKER: 6 YEARS AFTER FLORIDA MOM DISAPPEARED, EX-FIANCÉ IS PRIME SUSPECT In court, Parker said Smith "gets pretty malicious and vindictive," adding that "he said that he wanted his ring, so I took it off, and I threw it at him." Friends of the couple previously said the two had a tumultuous relationship. Parker was reported missing after she failed to show up for work. When her brother, Dustin, texted to ask where she was, he immediately got a reply that read "Waterford." This alarmed family members who said that Parker would never respond with one-word texts. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Her abandoned Hummer was found several days later near an apartment complex west of the Mall at Millenia, and the decal promoting her airbrush-tanning business was removed from her car. Parker's iPhone was found by a dive team in a lake around four miles from her home. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Police considered Smith a prime suspect for years but lacked enough evidence to arrest him. Police said the break came after "years of investigative work and a renewed, focused effort over the past year," crediting an "expanded investigative team" that reexamined evidence and used advances in digital forensics. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Detective Phil McMickin said on Wednesday during a news conference that Smith was interviewed many times by police. "The suspect was interviewed more than once, and since then has taken part in depositions related to this case, and very specific questions were asked of him numerous times over the years where he gave different answers to those same questions," McMickin said. Fox News Digital has reached out to Smith's defense attorney. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5975342cf4db90b355 Florida Senate candidate Angie Nixon calls for jailing GOP opponent Ashley Moody te 2026-10-15T16:20:41.339Z Florida Senate candidate Angie Nixon calls for jailing GOP opponent Ashley Moody Florida Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon said Wednesday she wants her Republican opponent, U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, R-Fla., locked up and punished in jail. "The fact remains that Ashley Moody is a lying, cheating, thieving, scamming person who basically took $10 million from sick kids for the Medicaid program. And she rerouted that into two political slush funds for Ron DeSantis to defeat two citizen-led ballot initiatives," Nixon told CNN host Kasie Hunt. "She also voted to end healthcare for over 440,000 people here in the state of Florida. And they are spreading, like, a lot of disinformation and lies on commercials about me, of saying things like, I want to abolish prisons and I want to defund the police." The Democratic Senate candidate then said, "Why would I want to do that when I want her locked up and punished in jail for what she has done?" 5 TAKEAWAYS FROM FLORIDA SENATE PRIMARY: GOP SEN ASHLEY MOODY WILL FACE DSA'S NIXON Hunt asked a follow-up question to confirm Nixon's remarks: "You want your Republican opponent locked up?" She replied, "Basically, yes. Because of what she did, yes. I absolutely would want that to happen. Yes."   Nixon did the interview alongside Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., who did not weigh in on Nixon's remarks. FAR-LEFT FLORIDA DEMOCRAT ANGIE NIXON CLAIMS GOP IS ‘LITERALLY TRYING TO KILL’ BLACK AMERICANS Murphy's office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Hunt then asked whether Nixon had sufficient evidence to justify jailing Moody. Nixon responded that she would call for an investigation into the Republican senator. DNC LAWSUIT ACCUSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION OF DIVERTING $20M IN FEDERAL FUNDS FOR 'PROPAGANDA' ADS "What we have seen, right, what we have seen is that the DCA [The District Court of Appeals], the first DCA here, has decided to wipe out the release of the grand jury report, and that first DCA judge was actually appointed by Ron DeSantis. And what we are seeing is corruption through and through. And so, I would definitely call for an investigation as a federal lawmaker when I become a U.S. senator to actively go in to see what happened. People are pissed off. We don't know how many children are potentially going to die because that $10 million did not go to where it was supposed to go to," she said. Nixon also described Moody as a "rubber stamp" for President Donald Trump. "And so, we need to make sure that we are putting people in Washington, D.C., who actually have the back of hardworking everyday Floridians. I will be calling for a full-on investigation as it relates to what Ashley Moody and them have done. Yes, absolutely," Nixon added. Moody's team did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. "Questions should be asked about why socialist extremist Angie Nixon wants to jail her political opponents, but is totally fine with freeing dangerous criminals. Plus, how does she plan to do this if she wants to abolish all prisons?" RNC spokeswoman Emma Hall told Fox News Digital about Nixon's remarks.  SURGING DEM WITH DSA TIES IS 'EITHER A BONA-FIDE SOCIALIST, OR SHE'S NOT VERY SMART': GOP REP Nixon, who is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), defeated establishment-backed candidate Alexander Vindman in the Democratic primary election earlier this year. Despite her DSA affiliation, Nixon told NBC News in August that she is not a socialist. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Nixon said she joined the DSA because the organization supported public housing, healthcare, assistance for homeless veterans and removing big money from politics, but she rejected Moody's characterization of her political identity. "Ashley Moody knows that I’m not a socialist," Nixon said. "I joined the DSA because I believe in them in regards to fighting for adequate public housing, as well as fighting for quality healthcare, as well as making sure that we are getting our veterans off the street, taking big money out of politics, right?" Moody has not been charged in connection with the Hope Florida settlement controversy and has denied wrongdoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5875342cf4db90b34c Somalis in Minnesota unleash fury on Trump after feds raid Ilhan Omar's DC home te 2026-10-15T16:20:40.049Z Somalis in Minnesota unleash fury on Trump after feds raid Ilhan Omar's DC home MINNEAPOLIS — Members of Minnesota's growing Somali community, including a city council member, tore into President Donald Trump and his administration when speaking with Fox News Digital after Monday's raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar's Washington, D.C., residence. "Somalis — we all feel attacked by President Trump," Jamal Osman, the Somali-born Vice President of the Minneapolis City Council, said of the impact of the raid was carried out by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents. "Our president has broken the law many time times. "ICE [is] terrorizing our community... and we're not surprised such action has taken place," Osman continued in reference to the search of Omar's home. FEDERAL AGENTS RAID ILHAN OMAR’S DC HOME AMID IMMIGRATION FRAUD INVESTIGATION "We have seen the threats, the horrific language he uses against my community. It's unacceptable and we're hoping this could stop," Osman said. A 37-year-old social worker and Minneapolis resident named Abdi, who declined to give his last name or be interviewed on camera, had even harsher words for the president. He, like Osman, said he was born in Somalia. "I feel like raiding a congresswoman — it feels like Donald Trump and his regime wanted to use their power to dehumanize and also humiliate someone that is part of the Congress," Abdi said. He claimed that Trump "hates Somali people because of Ilhan Omar." Abdi said Trump created "hate" and a "fight" with Somalis in America, and claimed that they are being followed and harassed in the streets because of the president. TRUMP RALLY CROWD CHANTS 'DEPORT' AS PRESIDENT RIPS ILHAN OMAR AFTER FEDERAL RAID "It's personal," he said. "And Ilhan Omar — he doesn't treat her as a congressmember — he treats her as someone who's below him." "If they take the citizenship away from her, then I will say, 'Are we in a dictatorship? That's using power to use against an American citizen, then maybe the thinking we have for the United States is completely different." Osman said the raid is proof of what the Trump administration is willing to do. "We live in the United States, which is the land of the laws. I don't expect Trump or anyone in this matter to break the U.S. Constitution," he continued. "There's laws. He can, of course, threaten, but there's a court process, there's due process. He can't say he's gonna deport her, he's gonna deport me, thousands of Somalis." OMAR RAID OUTRAGE GOES FROM BAD TO WORSE WHEN INTERNET NOTICES HER PAST 6-WORD CLAIM: 'COULDN'T AGREE MORE' Osman's message was to the president was simple: "Stop it." "We're American citizens like everyone else," he said. A third person, a 22-year-old Somali-American woman who declined to be named or filmed, told Fox News Digital that she wasn't surprised about the raid on Omar's home. "I thought it was bound to happen soon enough," she said. "They've been talking about her in a negative manner. The government [has been] constantly questioning her immigration status and her naturalization in the country. So it was bound to happen for them to investigate her soon enough." When reached about the comments from the Minneapolis Somali community, the White House pointed Fox News Digital to the president's public reaction to the raid on Monday. "I’ve always found her to be totally crooked, personally, but that has nothing to do with me," Trump brushed off. "I think she’s a terrible person. Just a complainer. She comes from a country that is a non-country, and then she comes over here and she complains about our Constitution." "I think she’s a terrible person, but that’s really up to the DOJ. I have nothing to do with it." ILHAN OMAR’S HUSBAND INSISTS HE HAS ‘NO CONCERNS’ AMID FEDERAL IMMIGRATION INVESTIGATION HSI, the principal investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), executed a search warrant at Omar's home in the nation's capital early Monday morning, as first reported by Fox News Digital. Sources confirmed to Fox News Digital that the raid stems from an investigation into whether Omar or her late father, Nur Mohamed, fraudulently filled out her citizenship paperwork decades ago. The investigation, the sources note, could lead to the congresswoman's denaturalization. The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday that Omar's phone, passport and computers were seized in the raid — it is not clear which other items or materials were taken from her residence, if any. Omar has not been seen since the raid, but offered her reaction to the unfolding investigation on social media Monday afternoon. "This raid by Trump’s DHS is an outrageous abuse of power and an unprecedented escalation in the weaponization of federal law enforcement to target political enemies. For a decade, Donald Trump has relentlessly targeted Congresswoman Ilhan Omar with inflammatory rhetoric, repeatedly putting a target on her back," she said. "Now, those attacks have escalated to a pointless federal raid. The Congresswoman has done nothing wrong. No president should be able to use the power of the federal government to intimidate his political enemies." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5675342cf4db90b343 DOJ touts hundreds of gun, drug arrests as St Louis surge operation ends: 'Violence is not inevitable' te 2026-10-15T16:20:38.551Z DOJ touts hundreds of gun, drug arrests as St Louis surge operation ends: 'Violence is not inevitable' The Department of Justice touted hundreds of arrests as part of its Operation Show Me Justice in St. Louis, Missouri, on Thursday. Beginning in August, the operation included members of the U.S. Marshals Service, ATF, DEA and the St. Louis Police Department, all surging their efforts to target guns, drugs and other crimes in the city. Acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter announced the conclusion of the months-long operation alongside Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo. FBI ANNOUNCES 305 ARRESTS, 24 MISSING CHILDREN RECOVERED IN CHICAGO DURING OPERATION NEW DAWN "Through Operation Show Me Justice, the teams have arrested 435 for drug crimes, firearm crimes, other crimes. That includes 412 outstanding warrant arrests. Most of these individuals already had outstanding warrants for arrest. Many of them had multiple," McCotter told reporters at a news conference on Thursday. The operation also yielded 80 kilos of drugs, 166 illegal firearms, six machine gun conversion devices, and over $1 million in seized currency, McCotter said. TRUMP ADMIN LAUNCHES 'SUMMER SURGE' OF FEDS TO MAKE DC SAFEST CITY IN AMERICA AHEAD OF 250TH ANNIVERSARY McCotter went on to urge mayors, city councils and state officials across the country to contact federal authorities to carry out similar operations in their jurisdictions. "The mission here rests on a simple premise, which is we don't have to accept violent crime. It's not something you have to shrug your shoulders at. It is not a fact of life in a city or anywhere else," McCotter said. TRUMP’S LAW-AND-ORDER BLITZ MARKS ONE YEAR WITH EYE-POPPING HAUL OF SUSPECTS, GUNS IN BLUE CITY "I want to say something to all the mayors, the city councils, governors, police chiefs who are out there watching now: Violence is not inevitable. We want to partner with you. We want to work with you. We want to help you," he added. So far, federal authorities have also partnered with state and local law enforcement in Washington, D.C. and Memphis to carry out similar operations. FEDS SEIZE MOUNTAIN OF FENTANYL FROM 'OPEN-AIR DRUG MARKET' IN MASSIVE CRACKDOWN TARGETING GANG CREWS Thursday's news conference comes roughly a week after federal and state authorities in California carried out a massive operation targeting Los Angeles' infamous Skid Row neighborhood. Operation Save Skid Row saw federal and city authorities execute 28 arrest warrants and 44 search warrants in an effort to dismantle drug distribution networks in the notorious neighborhood. DOJ ANNOUNCES 81 ALLEGED GANG MEMBERS INDICTED AFTER PUERTO RICO DRUG TRAFFICKING TAKEDOWN Over 100 law enforcement vehicles were involved in the operation, with arrests targeting members of multiple gangs, including the "Main Street Crips," "Grape Street/Raymond Avenue Crips" and the "Pueblo Bishop Bloods." "We are no longer going to have open-air drug markets in the United States, let alone on Skid Row," First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli said during a news conference. "And that is the reason you see so many homeless people who are experiencing psychotic episodes, who are unwell, they aren't seeking help, it's because you have people, like the drug dealers we are arresting today, keeping them addicted and taking their public assistance money to pay for their drugs," Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5375342cf4db90b333 The Housing Costs Rising Faster Than Social Security COLA te 2026-10-15T16:20:35.628Z The Housing Costs Rising Faster Than Social Security COLA Social Security benefits are rising, but surging utility and housing costs threaten to swallow retirees' gains. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5275342cf4db90b32a Knicks Face Karl-Anthony Towns Threat as Bulls, Clippers Emerge as Suitors te 2026-10-15T16:20:34.099Z Knicks Face Karl-Anthony Towns Threat as Bulls, Clippers Emerge as Suitors Karl-Anthony Towns' contract uncertainty continues as new reporting identifies potential destinations beyond New York. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd5075342cf4db90b321 Patriots Urged to Reunite With 11.5-Sack Edge Rusher in Interesting Move te 2026-10-15T16:20:32.246Z Patriots Urged to Reunite With 11.5-Sack Edge Rusher in Interesting Move The New England Patriots are being urged to reunite with Miami Dolphins edge rush Josh Uche ahead of the trade deadline. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4e75342cf4db90b318 Saints QB Fires Back After Owner Called Out Team for ‘Unacceptable Play’ te 2026-10-15T16:20:30.830Z Saints QB Fires Back After Owner Called Out Team for ‘Unacceptable Play’ New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough made it clear that he wasn't worried about what owner Gayle Benson thought. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4d75342cf4db90b30f Sex Assault Reported at University of Chicago Frat Party: What We Know te 2026-10-15T16:20:29.456Z Sex Assault Reported at University of Chicago Frat Party: What We Know Police told Newsweek that no one is currently in custody but an investigation remains ongoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4b75342cf4db90b306 Spurs May Have Unlocked Their Roster With Bold Starting Lineup te 2026-10-15T16:20:27.943Z Spurs May Have Unlocked Their Roster With Bold Starting Lineup The Spurs' new three-guard lineup shows promise as Victor Wembanyama explains why it could transform San Antonio's offense. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4a75342cf4db90b2fd Starshield Restriction Is 'Shifting the Balance of Power' to Putin te 2026-10-15T16:20:26.402Z Starshield Restriction Is 'Shifting the Balance of Power' to Putin Ukraine's military uses both Starlink, the commercial version of Elon Musk's internet provider, and the military-grade Starshield. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4875342cf4db90b2f4 CJ Stroud Reveals His Involvement in Texans Trade for Marvin Harrison Jr te 2026-10-15T16:20:24.768Z CJ Stroud Reveals His Involvement in Texans Trade for Marvin Harrison Jr Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud revealed how involved he was in the team's Marvin Harrison Jr. trade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4775342cf4db90b2eb John Harbaugh Admits Not Using JJ McCarthy Would Be ‘Negligent’ te 2026-10-15T16:20:23.166Z John Harbaugh Admits Not Using JJ McCarthy Would Be ‘Negligent’ New York Giants coach John Harbaugh opens up on J.J. McCarthy’s role behind Jameis Winston and hints at what’s next. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4575342cf4db90b2e2 Oklahoma Legend Urges Texas QB Arch Manning to Skip 2027 NFL Draft te 2026-10-15T16:20:21.668Z Oklahoma Legend Urges Texas QB Arch Manning to Skip 2027 NFL Draft Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning gets a blunt message from a former Oklahoma Sooners star about his 2027 NFL Draft. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4475342cf4db90b2d9 Phillies Predicted to Land Struggling Former All-Star in Interesting Trade te 2026-10-15T16:20:20.232Z Phillies Predicted to Land Struggling Former All-Star in Interesting Trade The Philadelphia Phillies are being predicted to trade for Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran during this offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4275342cf4db90b2d0 List of People 'Cornell 7' Website Creator Is Now Targeting te 2026-10-15T16:20:18.715Z List of People 'Cornell 7' Website Creator Is Now Targeting Toby Morton told Newsweek that the response to the websites that he has created has been "overwhelming." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd4175342cf4db90b2c7 Katie Zacharia’s Husband’s North Korea Business Links Explained te 2026-10-15T16:20:17.200Z Katie Zacharia’s Husband’s North Korea Business Links Explained Days after Katie Zacharia's White House briefing drew scrutiny, focus shifted to husband Tyler's past North Korea-linked role. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3f75342cf4db90b2be Eagles Linked to Pro Bowl WR Amid Brutal Losing Streak te 2026-10-15T16:20:15.605Z Eagles Linked to Pro Bowl WR Amid Brutal Losing Streak The struggling Philadelphia Eagles have been named a top suitor for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3e75342cf4db90b2b5 Mom Celebrates Arrest of Michelle Parker's Ex-Fiancé in 2011 Disappearance te 2026-10-15T16:20:14.081Z Mom Celebrates Arrest of Michelle Parker's Ex-Fiancé in 2011 Disappearance The mother of a Florida woman who disappeared 15 years ago is rejoicing following the arrest of her daughter's former fiancé. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3c75342cf4db90b2ac Anthony Edwards Reveals How He Really Feels About Playing With LaMelo Ball te 2026-10-15T16:20:12.597Z Anthony Edwards Reveals How He Really Feels About Playing With LaMelo Ball Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards sends a strong message about LaMelo Ball as the two prepare to team up in Minnesota. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3a75342cf4db90b2a3 Knicks Face Major Roster Concern After Latest Injury News te 2026-10-15T16:20:10.875Z Knicks Face Major Roster Concern After Latest Injury News The Knicks face another frontcourt setback after Drew Eubanks suffers a torn pectoral muscle ahead of the NBA season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3975342cf4db90b29a Tennessee Makes QB Decision for Alabama Game Amid Faizon Brandon Injury te 2026-10-15T16:20:09.044Z Tennessee Makes QB Decision for Alabama Game Amid Faizon Brandon Injury Ahead of their clash with the Alabama Crimson Tide, the Tennessee Volunteers decided on a starting quarterback. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3775342cf4db90b291 AI Is Replacing Workers. Leaders Are Making It Worse | Opinion te 2026-10-15T16:20:07.175Z AI Is Replacing Workers. Leaders Are Making It Worse | Opinion David Grossman argues that leaders who mishandle AI-related layoffs risk losing the trust of the employees who remain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fd3575342cf4db90b288 Anthony Edwards Puts the NBA on Notice te 2026-10-15T16:20:05.103Z Anthony Edwards Puts the NBA on Notice Anthony Edwards delivers a fiery warning to the NBA as the Timberwolves prepare for the new season with LaMelo Ball. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fae375342cf4db90b231 Pro wrestler taking his shot at running his own independent show: 'Let's just take it up a notch' te 2026-10-15T16:10:11.899Z Pro wrestler taking his shot at running his own independent show: 'Let's just take it up a notch' Pro wrestling is one of the toughest sports to compete in. There are thousands of wrestlers across the globe hoping to make a name for themselves and transform themselves from a no-name jobber into a star that is recognized by everyone. Running a professional wrestling promotion and getting a show together is a totally different beast. Rising independent wrestler Dono Hefner is looking to tame that beast. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE Hefner, 20, bills himself as the "most OverAF independent professional wrestler" on the scene right now. He will present Too Over To Care in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 27, 2027. In a recent interview with OutKick Dropkick, Hefner was already poking the bear in hopes of getting eyes on his event. His first target? Former WWE star JTG, (now known as Jay Tha Gawd) who he called "soft" and that he could "prove it anytime anywhere." Name calling aside, Hefner said he’s looking forward to the challenge that running his own show brings. "What made me want to start is that I like to challenge myself most of the time. I like to be under pressure," he said. "So, I figured like I'm already good at this wrestling stuff, right? Let's be honest here. So, I was like, ‘All right, you know what? Let's just take it up a notch.’ I'm going to run my own show and give everybody an opportunity that they don't get most of the time in the wrestling world because there's a lot of politics. I'm sure you know that. A lot of politics. "People don't get the opportunities they believe they get. So, I'm really not just for me, but I'm really doing everyone a favor." Hefner said one of the more difficult challenges he’s faced in trying to book the show was telling people, "no." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "Telling certain people no because you can't put you know everyone on a card," he explained. "That's really it because once a new show comes around everybody wants to be on it. Everybody wants to be a part of it. Other than that, everything's been pretty smooth so far at least because we still have a lot of time to go." Jay Lucas and Terry Yaki, the tag duo known as Top Team, and Chulo Montana and Ykies, known as Sexy & Blessed, are among those who are being billed for Too Over To Care. In a perfect world, Hefner hoped one independent legend would take his call. "My dream match on the indies would be against Joey Janela," he said. "I feel like me and Joey could really do something and he could really put me over. You know what I mean? Like I'd get a lot of people talking about me after that match." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER For now, Hefner will continue to get himself even more over with pro wrestling fans going into Too Over To Care. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fadf75342cf4db90b222 An Angry Judge and a Maybe-Lawyer in the Briefing Room te 2026-10-15T16:10:07.807Z An Angry Judge and a Maybe-Lawyer in the Briefing Room A roundup of legal news from the past week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0fadc75342cf4db90b201 Opponents cite MTC’s record as company seeks license to run Marana detention center te 2026-10-15T16:10:04.271Z Opponents cite MTC’s record as company seeks license to run Marana detention center The private prison operator slated to run an immigration detention center in Marana has applied for a business license with the town, moving toward clearing one of the final bureaucratic roadblocks before the center could become operational.  Management & Training Corporation, or MTC, signed a contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in September to operate the Marana facility despite months of ongoing opposition from community members.  The former prison could reopen as an immigration detention center in the next 60 days, but needs a business license to do so.  “The company cannot lawfully reopen and operate the center without a business license,” Marana communications director Vic Hathaway said. The town received the application on Oct. 1.  Organizing group Pima Resists ICE, or PRICE, has called on town leaders to try to block the facility where they can, and say that past actions by the company should preclude the town from approving a business license.  In particular, they point to a section of the town code where it says an applicant should be denied a business license if they are guilty of fraud, deceit or misrepresentation, or that the business has been conducted in an unlawful manner or “a manner that constitutes a breach of the peace or a menace to the public health.”  The group points to MTC’s history of not reporting sexual abuse allegations, as detailed in a recent investigation by Lookout and the Intercept. It also cites violations of past contracts such as the one in an MTC-run state run prison in Kingman, where public inspections found the facility understaffed and noted numerous security concerns.  Former Gov. Doug Ducey terminated MTC’s contract to run the prison following a 2015 riot in the facility.  “It is unquestionable that this corporation has violated multiple of the standards for a business license in the town of Marana,” Caroline Isaacs, executive director of Just Communities Arizona, told Arizona Luminaria.  To obtain a business license in Marana, the applicant submits an application to the business license specialist, and then goes through the review process set out in town code. Town departments that may be impacted by the license will investigate the application and recommend approval or denial to the license inspector, said Hathaway.  The process could take several weeks, and typically has no public engagement component.  “There will not be a public review process,” Hathaway said about the MTC application. In addition, no new building permits have been issued to MTC since January 2025, she said.  How many people the former state prison will hold is an area of concern, particularly amid an uptick in deaths of people detained in immigration detention under the second Trump administration.  The center is expected to have a capacity of 775 beds and employ 338 full-time workers, according to Lawhead.  That capacity is about 50% more than the facility’s capacity of 513 when it was a state prison. A public statement made this summer by the federal government stated an aim to push the number in the facility even higher, to nearly triple the capacity of the former prison, moving the building to 1,300-bed capacity through the use of temporary beds. PRICE organizers have argued the use of the property as an immigration detention center plugged into a national deportation infrastructure, especially with a possible expanded bed capacity, is a significant change from the property’s previous use and requires new zoning approval. Documents obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona in 2025 found Marana officials told MTC only building permits and business license were required for conversion because zoning was already in place. The post Opponents cite MTC’s record as company seeks license to run Marana detention center appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f88c75342cf4db90b1be WATCH: Bodycam shows arrest of man who allegedly hunted younger girlfriend down at bar, shot and ran her over te 2026-10-15T16:00:12.622Z WATCH: Bodycam shows arrest of man who allegedly hunted younger girlfriend down at bar, shot and ran her over A Florida man is facing charges after deputies say he shot his girlfriend and then proceeded to run her over with his vehicle while his child was in the car. It happened after the couple allegedly got into an argument across the street from a bar in Safe Harbor, Florida. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said Christopher "Dodge" Smith, 40, is the man behind the attack. FLORIDA DEPUTY KILLED EX-GIRLFRIEND OVER A TV, THEN HIMSELF, SHERIFF SAYS Deputies named his girlfriend Jessica Antolini, 30, as the victim. According to a criminal complaint, Smith showed up at a bar on Tuesday just before 9 p.m. and appeared to be "hunting" the victim down, witnesses said, adding he looked "possessed." FLORIDA DRIVER FLEEING TRAFFIC STOP SLAMS HEAD-ON INTO SCHOOL BUS CARRYING 19 CHILDREN BEFORE FLEEING ON FOOT The complaint says once the suspect found his girlfriend they got into an argument outside the bar where he and allegedly shot her in the face. After gunning her down, deputies say he ran her over with his SUV and sped off from the scene with his 5-year-old child also in the car – leaving the victim behind. SHERIFF'S DEPUTY SAVES MAN FROM FIERY WRECK AFTER HIGH-SPEED CHASE ENDS IN CRASH FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "Detectives say multiple 911 calls reporting the shooting were received from witnesses who also provided information about Smith’s vehicle," the report says. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Read the full complaint below: CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB Responding to those numerous calls, deputies arrived on scene and later located Smith's SUV and tried to pull him over. SEND US A TIP He did not comply, deputies say, to which his "vehicle was immobilized." WATCH: MARYLAND CARJACKING SUSPECT PLOWS TOWARD COPS AS THEY OPEN FIRE Bodycam, dashcam, and aerial video released by PCSO appear to show a deputy vehicle successfully pull off a PIT maneuver of his SUV. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST He was arrested on charges of attempted first-degree murder and child abuse following the pursuit. MOTHER ACCUSED OF TRYING TO KILL DAUGHTERS IN FREEWAY CRASH AND KNIFE ATTACK AS SOLDIERS STEP IN GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL His girlfriend is still in the hospital in critical condition; the child inside the vehicle was not injured in the incident, and was reunited with family. Smith is sitting inside a Pinellas County jail cell with no bond due to the charge of attempted first-degree murder. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f88a75342cf4db90b1b5 'Suspicious' mail with DSA-linked return address triggers FBI, Capitol Hill investigation te 2026-10-15T16:00:10.490Z 'Suspicious' mail with DSA-linked return address triggers FBI, Capitol Hill investigation Senior Capitol Hill staff were warned that "multiple letters containing suspicious substances" were mailed out across the country and to multiple congressional offices on Thursday. An email notice obtained by Fox News Digital sent to chiefs of staff, administrative managers and state directors said the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, the FBI and U.S. Capitol Police were "investigating multiple letters containing suspicious substances that were mailed to various addresses nationwide, including multiple Congressional offices." "Law enforcement officials are working to intercept any additional letters before they are delivered, however, it is possible that some letters may reach their destinations," the notice from the U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms read. ARMED MAN ARRESTED AT US CAPITOL BARRICADE AS POLICE PROBE WHY HE DROVE ONTO RESTRICTED GROUNDS Fox News Digital reached out to each agency investigating the matter for comment on the nature of the suspicious substances, how many letters were sent and retrieved and how many congressional offices could be affected. The notice was first reported by Punchbowl News. Included in the notice was an image of one of the envelopes that included a return address in the top-left corner for the Democratic Socialists of America’s (DSA) headquarters in New York City.  DEPROGRAMMED: FORMER DSA INSIDER REVEALS ‘FRIGHTENING’ SOCIALIST AGENDA DROVE HIM FROM ‘EXTREME’ IDEOLOGY It is unclear whether the DSA had any involvement in sending the letters. Fox News Digital reached out to the DSA for comment but has not heard back. The notice warned that "all suspicious letters, packages, or substances should be treated as potentially hazardous." Authorities have not publicly identified the substances or said whether they pose a danger. It comes on the 25-year anniversary when an anthrax-laced letter was opened by a staffer in then-Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle’s office on Oct. 15, 2001. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f63175342cf4db90b155 Lindsay Clancy holdout juror says everyone had phones as defense seeks only his records te 2026-10-15T15:50:09.310Z Lindsay Clancy holdout juror says everyone had phones as defense seeks only his records In his first televised interview since Lindsay Clancy's mistrial last month, lone holdout juror Michael Desronvil told Fox News' Kayleigh McEnany that he stands by his decision not to compromise with 11 others who wanted her to be found not criminally responsible for strangling her three young children. He said he hadn't heard of the case before jury selection and didn't realize how big it would become. He revealed his favorite Bible quote, Psalm 1, which may have prepared him for the ordeal, repeatedly urged the public to focus on the kids and not other aspects of the case. "I call them the Three Angels," he said of the victims. LINDSAY CLANCY MISTRIAL HOLDOUT SAYS HE THOUGHT SHE WAS 'METHODICAL' IN THE 'EXECUTION' OF HER CHILDREN Dawson, 3, wanted to be a firefighter, he said. Cora, 5, reminded him of his own daughter, because they shared the favorite color of purple and the same age. Callan, the youngest, was only 8 months old. LINDSAY CLANCY HOLDOUT JUROR'S LAWYER TORCHES 'LOONEY TUNES MOTION' TO INVESTIGATE HIM While Clancy's defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, has asked Judge William Sullivan to preserve juror records from all 12 panelists and six alternates, including their questionnaires, courthouse hallway surveillance video taken outside the deliberation room and sign-in sheets for the jurors' cellphones, it's only Desronvil's phone he's asked to have examined specifically. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Reddington has asked for Desronvil's phone records between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on each deliberation day. LINDSAY CLANCY ATTORNEY KEVIN REDDINGTON FIRES BACK AT LONE HOLDOUT JUROR'S ATTORNEY AFTER FIERY INTERVIEW CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "Everybody had their cellphones and our cell phone was used when we had a break," the holdout juror said. "So not during deliberation." Desronvil told McEnany the day after the trial ended, he already saw journalists at his home — including some who snooped through his mail. "We have surveillance cameras, and then we have actual footage of them going through our mail, and then going through the back door, the front door, peeking through the windows," he said. "So we have proof of that." LINDSAY CLANCY HOLDOUT JUROR ASKS FOR ONE THING IN NEW VIDEO AFTER MISTRIAL DRAMA While the ordeal has been scary enough for police to escort his fiancee to and from his home, he said, he has not received "physical threats." CLANCY HOLDOUT JUROR TAPS FORMER TRUMP LAWYER TO FIGHT BACK AS HE’S ‘DRAGGED THROUGH THE MUD’: ATTORNEY "Of course, [I've] been scared, been fortunate that the town that I live in, there's a bunch of great people that live there, great people and business owners and church folks and police department and fire department that have been tremendously helpful for me, my fiancee and my daughter throughout this period," he said. "For sure." Before Clancy's mistrial had been declared, Reddington in court accused the holdout juror of lying under oath, a claim Desronvil denied outright. "I answered everything truthfully," he said. Reddington has nevertheless filed a motion seeking an investigation into Desronvil, past domestic violence allegations, probation records and his juror questionnaire, while publicly trying to rebrand the holdout as "the obstructionist." LINDSAY CLANCY HOLDOUT JUROR’S LAWYERS SAY THEY PLAN BAR COMPLAINT AGAINST REDDINGTON FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Desronvil said he answered the questionnaire truthfully and that a 2021 altercation with his wife had been "blown out of proportion." "There was no physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse of any sorts," he said. Charges were later dropped. When asked if he would want to serve on a jury again after his ordeal as the only one among 12 who voted to convict, he said it would be tough but that he'd do it for a higher purpose. GOT A TIP? "With the kind of scrutiny that happened to me, it's tough...to serve on a jury pool again, but I do serve a higher power so I can't be a coward," he said. "If I have to, I will." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST While the public hasn't heard Patrick Clancy's 911 call, placed moments after he returned home to find his three children dead and his then-wife seriously injured from a failed suicide attempt, it left an impact on Desronvil, he said. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "Hearing the pain in his voice, hearing the desperation from that clip — it was surreal," he said. That was one of the strongest pieces of evidence. However, he said, the prosecution's case convinced him that Clancy had methodically and logically planned the "execution" of her children, rejecting defense arguments that she was not criminally responsible due to postpartum psychosis. "That was really big for me, you know, from watching the video and also listening in the courtroom," he said. "The thought process that goes behind… to fulfill the commitment of doing that."  Catch the full interview again on "Outnumbered" at noon ET. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f62f75342cf4db90b14c Denise Richards claims she unknowingly paid the salary of estranged husband Aaron Phypers' alleged mistress te 2026-10-15T15:50:07.410Z Denise Richards claims she unknowingly paid the salary of estranged husband Aaron Phypers' alleged mistress Denise Richards is opening up about an alleged betrayal in her tumultuous marriage to estranged husband Aaron Phypers. During an appearance on "The Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg Show," Richards got candid about the financial toll of her marriage to Phypers, claiming she unknowingly paid the salary and severance of a woman he was allegedly having an affair with. "A woman he was having an affair with at his work, an employee. I paid her payroll, her severance," Richards said during the Oct. 13 episode. "I don't know how she looked me in the face." DENISE RICHARDS SAYS SAMI 'STANDS UP' TO DAD CHARLIE SHEEN AND THAT HE NEEDS IT The former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star, who has been embroiled in a bitter divorce and legal battle with Phypers for over a year, said she didn't discover the alleged infidelity, plus "multiple" other affairs, until the couple separated. Representatives for Richards and Phypers did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.  The latest allegations come nearly a year after Richards was granted a five-year restraining order against Phypers following a contentious court battle involving accusations of physical and emotional abuse. Richards was granted the permanent restraining order on Nov. 7, 2025, after accusing Phypers of abuse. The order is set to expire Nov. 7, 2030. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Phypers was arrested in court in October 2025 on spousal abuse charges stemming from two separate incidents in 2017 and 2022, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital.  Richards testified in court at the time that Phypers attempted to destroy her reputation during the fallout of their relationship, and, at one point, allegedly leaked nude photos of the "Drop Dead Gorgeous" actress after she claimed he stole her laptop. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE DENISE RICHARDS' EX, AARON PHYPERS, ARRESTED IN COURT AS ACTRESS FIGHTS FOR RESTRAINING ORDER "It’s been difficult for my daughters, especially with the naked photos," Richards, who shares two daughters with ex-husband Charlie Sheen and one daughter with Phypers, told the judge during court proceedings. "I'm so embarrassed and shameful as a mom. [My daughter] couldn't go to church." In a statement to People, Phypers denied Richards' allegations. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE During the same proceedings, Richards described multiple allegations of physical and emotional abuse as she detailed terrifying incidents that left the mother of three fearful for her life.  "Throughout our relationship, Aaron would frequently violently choke me, violently squeeze my head with both hands, tightly squeeze my arms, violently slap me in my face and head, aggressively slam my head into the bathroom towel rack, threaten to kill me, hold me down with his knee on my back to the point where I would have to plead with him to get off me so that he would not kill me and hack into my laptop and phone and download all of my text messages," Richards claimed in the documents filed July 16. "Aaron regularly threatened to ‘break my jaw’ and would cry, beg me to stay, and promise to get help — none of which ever happened. Aaron has caused me at least three concussions." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f3d875342cf4db90b0f1 ‘Big Condiment’ warning gets Warren roasted online over progressive's economic priorities te 2026-10-15T15:40:08.860Z ‘Big Condiment’ warning gets Warren roasted online over progressive's economic priorities A post made by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., this week quickly became a punchline online after she warned that a proposed $45 billion deal bringing some of America’s best-known condiment and food brands under one roof could drive up grocery prices even further. The merger would combine McCormick brands such as Cholula and Frank’s RedHot with Unilever Foods products including Hellmann’s and Knorr. Warren argues the deal could weaken competition and leave shoppers with fewer choices. Users online joked about Warren cautioning against "Big Condiment." DSA-BACKED CANDIDATES ARE WINNING PRIMARIES AND THEIR VISION FOR AMERICA IS VERY DIFFERENT "One company could soon control them all," Warren said of four popular condiments. "I have concerns that McCormick and Unilever's $45 billion merger could increase YOUR grocery prices." The post drew jokes from users who argued that housing, infrastructure and the national debt are bigger concerns than a potential rise in the prices of condiments. "Yes, a simultaneous increase in the prices of (checks notes) mayo and (checks notes again) hot sauce could bring the country to its knees," one user on X wrote. "The only thing raising my grocery prices is federal deficit and the resulting inflation you all seem to be ok with," another added. Venture capitalist Hank Medina sarcastically posted to his X account with 1.7 million followers, "The United States will crumble if big mayo merges with big hot sauce. SOUND THE ALARM FOLKS!!! We have no other condiment alternatives if this happens." But the real impact of a food merger is no laughing matter. Consumer prices rose 3.7% in September from a year earlier, accelerating from 3.4% in August, according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Prices climbed 0.6% in September alone, underscoring the persistent affordability pressures facing American households just weeks before the midterm elections. Narrowing in on grocery prices, they rose 1.8% from a year ago but dipped 0.1% in September, while overall food prices were up 2.5% annually. With an affordability crisis plaguing the U.S. heading into the midterms, any threat of further impacts on Americans' pocketbooks is worth noting ahead of Election Day. Meanwhile, Warren has launched a broader campaign to challenge food-industry consolidation — not just against the recent condiment merger proposal. ECONOMIST CALLS OUT AMERICA’S SOCIALIST ELITE, SAYS THEY GOT RICH BASHING CAPITALISM In an Oct. 6 letter to the Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission, she urged regulators to scrutinize the McCormick–Unilever deal alongside two other proposed food-industry mergers. The Massachusetts progressive argued the multibillion-dollar deal could reduce competition for shoppers' grocery dollars and retailers’ shelf space across overlapping pantry staples, leaving consumers with fewer choices and higher prices. If the deal announced in March were approved, it would combine McCormick with Unilever’s foods business in a transaction valued at about $45 billion. The combined company would bring together brands such as Cholula, Frank’s RedHot, Hellmann’s and Knorr. It is expected to close by mid-2027, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f18675342cf4db90b082 Hillary Clinton concedes infamous 9/11 near-fainting episode in 2016 was a 'mistake' on her part te 2026-10-15T15:30:14.596Z Hillary Clinton concedes infamous 9/11 near-fainting episode in 2016 was a 'mistake' on her part Former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton revisited the video showing her appearing to stagger and nearly faint after a 9/11 commemoration ceremony in 2016, conceding on Wednesday that campaigning while having pneumonia was a "mistake." The former secretary of state spoke to Kara Swisher on their new joint podcast about Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico's nine-day absence from the campaign trail after he said he contracted the flu. His absence from public appearances led to a viral online rumor wrongly alleging that he had secretly been admitted to an Ohio mental health facility, which Clinton and Swisher said was "easily disproven." HILLARY CLINTON INCLUDES 2016 LOSS IN 'HARD TIMES' LIST FOR DEM VOTERS, INCLUDING 9/11, 2008 FINANCIAL CRISIS Clinton compared Talarico's experience to her own after the 2016 video went viral as she ran for president, arguing that critics portrayed her as being "on death's door." Swisher said that President Donald Trump was "quantumly sicker" than Clinton had been, though "they hide it," and asked Clinton to respond. "They tested me and they said, 'Oh, you've got pneumonia. You need to take like five or six days off.' I said, 'I can't do that.' And my doctor said, 'Well, that's what you should do.' And I thought, 'Well, yeah, that's what I should do.' But I'm campaigning and I have to show up on 9/11 because it means a lot to me since, as you know, I was a senator [during the attacks]. So, I kept going, which was a mistake," Clinton recalled. 'THE VIEW' CO-HOSTS CHALLENGE JOY BEHAR AFTER SHE SAYS TRUMP'S HEALTH GETS LESS MEDIA SCRUTINY THAN BIDEN'S She added, "They did have the video of me struggling to get to the car to be able to, you know, take some breaths and recover myself. From my perspective, it worked because it was just papering social media, papering traditional media. 'I was dying. I was lying about my health.' This is from a guy who has never given us an honest medical report ever. Ever." Fox News Digital reached out to Clinton's team for comment. White House spokesman Davis Ingle said Clinton should think about moving on from the 2016 election. "President Trump’s sharpness, unmatched energy, and historic accessibility stand in stark contrast to what we saw during the last administration, when Democrats and the legacy media intentionally covered up Joe Biden’s serious mental and physical decline from the American people," Ingle told Fox News Digital. "President Trump is working nonstop to solve problems and deliver on his promises, and he remains in excellent health. Meanwhile, Crooked Hillary Clinton is still whining about her spectacular 2016 election defeat. It’s time for Hillary to move on." According to a law enforcement source at the time, Clinton was described as "clearly having some type of medical episode" as she appeared to fall on her way to a van and required help from security. Clinton's campaign later released a statement confirming that she was fighting pneumonia and "felt overheated" at the time. HILLARY CLINTON SAYS EVENTS IN MINNEAPOLIS SHOW THE ‘MORAL ROT AT THE HEART OF TRUMP’S MAGA MOVEMENT’ Clinton and her campaign faced criticism from members of the press for failing to disclose her pneumonia diagnosis sooner and for their handling of media inquiries at the time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f18475342cf4db90b079 Best sportsbook promos for tonight’s ALCS and NLCS games: Guardians-Rays, Dodgers-Brewers te 2026-10-15T15:30:12.803Z Best sportsbook promos for tonight’s ALCS and NLCS games: Guardians-Rays, Dodgers-Brewers Finding a great bet can be a challenge, but getting a great sportsbook isn’t. We have identified the best sportsbook promos for you to evaluate for today’s slate. With two great games, sportsbooks are offering new users plenty of ways to get in on some of the great MLB action. We’ve compiled a list of offers below and how to claim them. You can take advantage of any or all of them if you’re a new bettor.  Baseball is in action all day today, with the American League Championship Series having a first pitch at 1:00 ET. That series is at 1-1 between the Guardians and the Rays. The National League Championship Series might as well be over as the Brewers go for the sweep tonight over the Dodgers. 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Place a bet, if it loses, you’ll receive bonus funds equal to the amount of the lost wager, up to $1,500.  New users looking to bet on the ALCS or NLCS can wager $10 on the game and receive $365 in bonuses from bet365 when the bet is graded. It doesn’t matter if the wager wins or loses, you’ll receive the bonus funds. FanDuel is offering new users a chance to wager $5 and receive $250 in bonus bets. Wager $5 tonight to receive a $50 bonus bet. Repeat the process for five straight days and receive a $50 bonus bet each day, totaling $250. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f18275342cf4db90b070 Trump's intervention in Folarin Balogun red card prompts FIFA to revisit suspension rules: reports te 2026-10-15T15:30:10.954Z Trump's intervention in Folarin Balogun red card prompts FIFA to revisit suspension rules: reports It has been four months since Folarin Balogun's suspension from a red card was lifted in controversial fashion, and its effects remain ongoing. In the United States Men's National Team's Round of 32 World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, Balogun, the USMNT's best player in the tournament at that point, was given a questionable red card, automatically suspending him for the next game against Belgium. The day before the match, though, Balogun was ruled eligible to play in the game. Ultimately, it didn't matter, as the U.S. lost, 4-1. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE President Donald Trump admitted to calling FIFA president Gianni Infantino to ask for a review of the red card. Infantino and Trump have grown a relationship, which critics say is a conflict of interest. Well, reports say that FIFA is set to amend the rules that prohibit red-card suspensions during a large meeting on Thursday. Infantino, eight vice presidents and 28 other members will meet for the first time since the World Cup, and that's hardly the only controversy surrounding Infantino and FIFA. PSG’S LUIS ENRIQUE HOPES MAN CITY AVOIDS SANCTIONS AFTER FINANCIAL RULES VERDICT Nine days after the World Cup final, FIFA proposed details of a company called FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) that would allow private investors to buy shares in the World Cup, a secret plan that was widely criticized and rejected, and then quickly scrapped. Balogun admitted to CBS he "could almost see within my teammates a bit of nerves" as the controversy brewed further. "All I did was I asked for a review because I didn’t think it was a foul," Trump said. "And, again, I’m good at this stuff. I didn’t think it was a foul. I thought it was two great athletes who crashed into each other and got entangled. That was not a guy punching somebody in the face or anything, that would be different. "I think it’s a terrible … if they wouldn’t allow a top player, maybe the best, maybe among the best on the team, to play, I think it would have had a big stain. I relayed it. I didn’t tell him what to do. I don’t believe he made the decision. I think it was a committee that made the decision, and they made the right decision because, No. 1, it wasn’t a foul, and you want to see a game with your best players." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The president was awarded the first FIFA Peace Prize at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., during the World Cup final draw in December. The prize will also be reviewed at Thursday's meeting. Fox News' Ryan Gaydos, Paulina Dedaj and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0f18075342cf4db90b067 Franklin Graham shares toll of Billy Graham’s time away evangelizing, recalls not recognizing own father te 2026-10-15T15:30:08.979Z Franklin Graham shares toll of Billy Graham’s time away evangelizing, recalls not recognizing own father The Rev. Franklin Graham is opening up about the toll his father Billy Graham's worldwide ministry took on their family, recalling a heartbreaking moment when he failed to recognize his own dad after months apart. "Mama, who's that strange man in the bed with you?" Graham recalled asking his mother after his father returned from a six-month trip to Australia. The evangelical leader shared the memory, which he attributed to his mother, during an interview on Sean Hannity's podcast, "Hang Out with Sean Hannity," describing how his father's extended travels sometimes kept him away from home for months at a time. Graham explained that the trip took place before jet aircraft became commonplace, when reaching Australia required multiple stops which drew out the experience along the way, including lengthy layovers in Hawaii and Fiji. EXCLUSIVE: FRANKLIN GRAHAM VISITS EMERGENCY HOSPITAL TREATING VENEZUELA EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS "You would fly to Hawaii, then you'd stay a couple of days, then you'd fly to Fiji and stay a couple days, and then you're going down to Sydney or Melbourne or wherever you're going," he recalled. "But my father spent all that time in Australia, and so when he came home... we [his children] just didn't recognize him," he added. Graham said the incident "hurt" his father, whose evangelistic endeavors remained a cornerstone of his life's work. The world-renowned reverend, who spent decades traveling the globe to preach the Gospel, became one of the most influential figures of the 20th century, reaching millions through his evangelistic crusades, television broadcasts and other outreach efforts. SEAN HANNITY, RILEY GAINES SHOWS AMONG PODCASTS JOINING FOX ONE'S EXPANDED STREAMING PORTFOLIO Today, Franklin Graham follows in his late father's footsteps, teaching the message of God's word around the world as president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and serving as a prominent voice on matters of the Christian faith. His wide-ranging conversation with Hannity also touched on his unwavering faith in Christ and the influence of the Graham family's ministry. Fox News fans can watch or listen to the full interview on "Hang Out with Sean Hannity," streaming on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ef2875342cf4db90adab James Talarico Raises Quarterly Record of $64 Million in Texas Senate Race Against Ken Paxton te 2026-10-15T15:20:08.078Z James Talarico Raises Quarterly Record of $64 Million in Texas Senate Race Against Ken Paxton The amount is the most that a Senate candidate has ever raised during that period, his campaign said, eclipsing his opponent in Texas, Ken Paxton. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ecd775342cf4db90acbe Maryland's lone Republican House member calls woman 'rude' for laughing during debate te 2026-10-15T15:10:15.466Z Maryland's lone Republican House member calls woman 'rude' for laughing during debate Maryland's only Republican House member was heard telling a woman "you are rude" after she started laughing while he was speaking during a debate. The clash between Rep. Andy Harris and the audience member unfolded Tuesday in Cambridge as the Republican was talking about rising diesel prices during the U.S.-Iran war. "Let's get the facts straight, the facts are that diesel is, the facts are that diesel prices have gone up, there is no question about it. Why has it gone up? Because the Democrats have environmental regulations..." Harris said before he was interrupted by a woman laughing in the audience. "Ma'am, I gotta tell you. This is the problem, you all say you believe there is a First Amendment, but only if you agree with you," Harris told the crowd. "You should let me finish the sentence, ma'am. You are rude. You're rude, OK?" AMERICA'S TRUCKERS ISSUE DIRE WARNING AS SOARING DIESEL COSTS THREATEN 'DOMINO EFFECT' Harris then turned to the debate moderator and said, "I'm sorry," adding that if she wasn't going tell the audience they were rude, he had to do it himself. "Let me finish the sentence why there is a shortage of diesel in the world and in the country," Harris continued, before another audience member started talking. "You are rude too. So do you believe in the First Amendment? Do you believe in my First Amendment right to express myself? It's my turn to express myself, not yours," Harris said. PRESS FREEDOM GROUPS THAT BLASTED TRUMP TURN FIRE ON DEMOCRAT GOVERNOR OVER ALLEGED MEDIA RETALIATION Harris, who has represented Maryland's 1st Congressional District since 2010, is running for re-election against Democrat challenger Dan Schwartz. The debate moderator then asked both candidates to speak to their supporters and ask them to be "polite and respectful" during the debate. "That is very important that you guys are able to hear from both of us tonight, so please if you don't mind, let's keep all reactions for later when you get home and let's let the congressman speak," Schwartz said. When it was Harris' turn, he said, "You don't need to hear it from me because my people aren't interfering with Mr. Schwartz, it's only one way." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ecd575342cf4db90acb5 FIRST ON FOX: Dems' affordability crusade collides with eye-popping price tag for socialist immigration plans te 2026-10-15T15:10:13.214Z FIRST ON FOX: Dems' affordability crusade collides with eye-popping price tag for socialist immigration plans FIRST ON FOX: A new White House economic report warns that immigration policies backed by the Democratic Socialists of America could cost American taxpayers hundreds of billions of dollars over the next decade, as the Trump administration sounds the alarm over the potential financial consequences of mass amnesty and expanded federal benefits. As President Donald Trump touts 16 consecutive months without illegal immigrant releases at the southern border, a Council of Economic Advisers report estimates that mass amnesty and expanded federal benefits under Democratic Socialists of America-backed immigration policies could cost taxpayers between $440 billion and $613 billion over the next decade.  Socialist-aligned candidates have gained ground in 2026, winning key Democratic primaries and expanding their influence within the party. "President Trump … supercharged ICE to remove criminal illegal aliens from our communities including murderers, rapists, pedophiles, gang members, and terrorists," White House spokeswoman Lauren Bis told Fox News Digital. 'SQUAD' DEMOCRAT FORMALLY INTRODUCES BILL TO ABOLISH ICE, BORDER PATROL AND DISMANTLE DHS "Meanwhile, radical Democrats want to go back to their extreme open border policies and grant amnesty to the illegal aliens they released into our communities. Not only will these radical policies make America less safe, but they will cost the American taxpayer billions of dollars." With the midterms approaching and Democrats campaigning heavily on affordability, the White House is casting the DSA's immigration agenda as a potential financial and public safety threat — warning that its policies could compound the very cost-of-living pressures Democrats have used to hammer Republicans. DEMOCRATS SAY THEY'LL MAKE LIFE AFFORDABLE. YOUR WALLET MAY DISAGREE The council's findings go beyond the cost of mass amnesty, examining the potential impact of expanded federal benefits and reduced immigration enforcement, policies the White House warns could impose a significant financial burden on American families. The council estimates that the average illegal immigrant carries a lifetime net fiscal cost of $166,716, with the current illegal immigrant population projected to account for between $1.4 trillion and $1.9 trillion in taxpayer costs under its model — figures the administration is highlighting as the "true costs of extreme open borders [and] mass-amnesty socialist policies." CALIFORNIA FACES UNLIKELY TAX REVOLT AMID BILLIONS IN ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT HEALTHCARE COSTS The CEA's estimated $166,716 lifetime taxpayer cost per illegal immigrant exceeds the roughly $124,000 it would cost to put a student through four years at an average in-state public university, including tuition, housing, food and other expenses, according to College Board's 2025–26 figures – putting the figure in perspective as American families also grapple with college affordability. The Council added that while illegal immigrants are generally prohibited from federal benefit programs, some on the left want to reverse that standard and provide subsidized health care and programs like food stamps to those in the country unlawfully. SHOCKING PERCENTAGE OF DEMOCRATS IDENTIFY AS 'DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS' ACCORDING TO NEW POLL: 'TOXIC POLICIES' Beyond expanded federal benefits, the council estimates that ending Trump-backed immigration enforcement measures would wipe out between $227 billion and $287 billion in projected taxpayer savings, producing a net estimated cost of $79 billion to $139 billion over the next decade after accounting for reduced enforcement spending. An interactive White House webpage released alongside the report allows Americans to explore the projected costs of "socialism" across several policy areas, with the council estimating that the Democratic Socialists of America's broader agenda could cost $49 trillion over ten years — roughly $355,000 per American household. That sweeping projection extends far beyond immigration, which the council separately estimates could cost between $440 billion and $613 billion over the next decade. DOJ THREATENS TO CUT BILLIONS IN WELFARE FUNDING FROM STATES FOR FAILING TO REPORT ILLEGAL MIGRANTS If the immigration policies examined in the report were implemented, the White House estimates that expanded eligibility for SNAP, federal housing assistance and Medicaid would add between $361 billion and $475 billion in federal spending over the next decade. The report estimated that expanding federal benefits under the proposed immigration policies would add $3.6 billion to $4.7 billion in annual food stamp costs, another $2.3 billion to $3 billion in federal housing assistance, and as much as $40 billion a year in additional Medicaid spending. US STATE DEPARTMENT HAS YANKED MORE THAN 175K VISAS UNDER TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SO FAR Along with the report, the White House highlighted a 73% uptick in drug interdictions through August 2026 compared with the same period in fiscal year 2024, while separately pointing to declining fentanyl-related deaths as evidence of its broader border enforcement strategy. The administration also highlighted another key aspect of the immigration-cost paradigm that it changed – remarking that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for certain foreign-national groups "returned… to its original purpose: temporary." TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SLASHES TIME REFUGEES HAVE TO CHALLENGE LOSS OF LEGAL STATUS The administration's efforts to terminate TPS designations for certain countries have faced legal challenges, underscoring the ongoing dispute over the scope of federal immigration authority. The administration has also moved to end certain Temporary Protected Status designations and revoke more than 250,000 visas as part of its broader immigration crackdown, measures the White House has highlighted alongside its efforts to tighten enforcement and reduce what it says are substantial taxpayer costs. Fox News Digital reached out to the DSA for general comment on the costs associated with their immigration platform. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0eccf75342cf4db90ac94 AI agents are coming to Rivian’s cars te 2026-10-15T15:10:07.102Z AI agents are coming to Rivian’s cars We'll likely learn more about how this will work at the company's upcoming "AI & Autonomy Day" event in December. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ea7c75342cf4db90ac66 Flagstaff Event Almanac for October 15 te 2026-10-15T15:00:12.927Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for October 15 Oct 15 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ea7a75342cf4db90ac5c Judge dismisses ex-CEO from lawsuit against North Country te 2026-10-15T15:00:10.284Z Judge dismisses ex-CEO from lawsuit against North Country Judge Michael T. Liburdi ruled that the plaintiffs had “failed to allege sufficient facts” supporting the claim that Anne Newland was individually responsible for the organization’s non-payment or that she was a plan fiduciary as defined by law. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e82a75342cf4db90abd5 ‘Worth saving:’ Sedona Tom dies te 2026-10-15T14:50:18.414Z ‘Worth saving:’ Sedona Tom dies After jail, Nuanez spent his last years getting drinkers home safe Even Sedona residents who never took a ride with “Sedona Tom” knew the man, his iconic van and his mission: To safely shepherd drunk people home. “I was voted in this town years ago to not amount to anything and then die by the […] T Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e81f75342cf4db90aba1 Trump Cancels Planned Livestream of Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution te 2026-10-15T14:50:07.990Z Trump Cancels Planned Livestream of Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution The president said only immediate families of the victims of the mass shooting in 2009 would witness the execution of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e81d75342cf4db90ab84 Ramp reaches $60B valuation as it pushes deeper into AI te 2026-10-15T14:50:05.707Z Ramp reaches $60B valuation as it pushes deeper into AI The funding comes as Ramp's annualized revenue crosses $2B, and its customer count reaches 85,000. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e5cd75342cf4db90ab3e Apple wants to move into your home. Should you let it? te 2026-10-15T14:40:13.034Z Apple wants to move into your home. Should you let it? Your kitchen counter probably has enough gadgets already. Apple would like to put one more there, and this one recognizes your face. At its "Welcome Home" event on Oct. 13, Apple introduced a $299 smart display called HomeView that promises to make running your home as easy as having a conversation. And Apple has bigger plans for Siri. The company also unveiled a new HomePod mini, an upgraded Apple TV 4K and a collection of smart home accessories. 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IOS 27 IS HERE: 10 IPHONE FEATURES YOU’LL WANT TO TRY NOW The biggest announcement from Apple's "Welcome Home" event is HomeView, a new 7-inch touchscreen that doubles as a smart home control center. It sits on a rounded speaker base and comes in four colors. Apple also offers a wall-mounted version for people who would rather keep their countertops clear. Here's where things get interesting. HomeView can recognize up to six household members by their faces. Walk up to the screen, and it can switch to your personalized home screen with your calendar and reminders. Another family member can approach and see their own information instead. Initial setup and support for multiple household members require a compatible iPhone or iPad running the latest software, although general Siri AI conversations don't require that device to support Apple Intelligence. Apple says personal information stays protected through facial recognition and checks involving a paired iPhone or iPad. To display sensitive content, the system requires the recognized person's paired device to be nearby and recently unlocked. That adds an important layer of security, especially in homes where several people share the same screen. Beyond the personalized experience, HomeView handles FaceTime video calls with Center Stage, which keeps you in the frame as you move around. It can display recipes while you're cooking or help locate a missing iPhone using Find My. You can also control compatible smart home equipment without opening another app. One feature caught my attention. HomeView can display up to nine live security camera feeds simultaneously. You could check a package delivery or see what's happening in the backyard without pulling out your phone. Both HomeView models cost $299. Preorders opened Oct. 13, with availability beginning Nov. 13. However, the wall-mounted version requires a separate mounting accessory, starting at $59.95. For years, Siri has been useful for simple requests, but longer conversations haven't always gone smoothly. Apple's new Siri AI is designed to change that. It can handle more natural conversations, understand what's displayed on a screen and answer broader questions using information from the web. For example, you could ask Siri to find a recipe someone emailed you or locate a song a friend recommended in a message. With the right device connected, Siri can search relevant personal information and help complete those requests. Apple also says conversations started on HomeView can continue in the Siri app on other compatible Apple devices. However, there's an important compatibility requirement. HomeView can provide general Siri AI conversations without an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad. More personalized features require a paired, compatible device running current software with Siri AI enabled. Siri AI on HomeView is also launching in beta. In addition, Apple says certain AI features that use server-based models will have daily usage limits. The company plans to offer expanded access for a fee in the future. Apple's HomePod mini 2 is getting its first major refresh. The compact speaker now costs $149 and comes in five colors, including pink and green. Inside, Apple added an S10 chip that processes audio in real time to improve sound performance. There's also a new feature called Sound Glow. The speaker's illuminated top responds to music, changing colors and pulsing along with what you're playing. The bigger story is what happens when Siri AI arrives. Apple says the speaker will eventually support more natural conversations and personalized requests when paired with a compatible Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone. It can also recognize different household members by their voices. However, Siri AI won't be available when HomePod mini 2 first ships. Apple says it will arrive through a future software update. That's a pretty important detail if the smarter assistant is your main reason for upgrading. HomePod mini 2 is available for preorder now and goes on sale October 30. ASKED SIRI TO CALL YOUR BANK? A SCAM COULD COST THOUSANDS Apple also introduced a new Apple TV 4K, and one of its most useful features has nothing to do with picture quality. The fourth-generation streaming box includes three microphones that can hear Siri requests from across the room. That means you can search for a show or ask a question about what you're watching without reaching for the remote. Siri AI can also handle follow-up questions, such as asking where a program was filmed. The new Apple TV 4K runs on Apple's A19 chip, which the company says delivers up to 50% faster CPU performance than the previous generation. It also supports a four-speaker surround sound setup using compatible HomePod speakers arranged in matching front and rear pairs. And there's one improvement I think plenty of people will appreciate. The newest Siri Remote can play a sound to help you locate it. It also supports Precision Finding with certain compatible iPhones. That's helpful when the remote disappears somewhere in the couch. The new Apple TV 4K costs $299 and arrives November 13. However, you may not need to buy one to try Siri AI. Apple says the assistant is also available in beta on second-generation Apple TV 4K models and later. To use it, you or the person managing your Apple Home will need a compatible Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad running the latest software with Siri AI turned on. Apple is also making a bigger push into the connected home with Apple Home Collection. The company worked with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric to develop cameras, smart locks and thermostats that connect directly through Apple's Home app. The LG Smart Deadbolt Lock is particularly interesting. It uses Ultra Wideband technology to recognize when someone approaches with a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch carrying a home key. The door can then unlock automatically without requiring a tap. You can also use a PIN or backup key. The lock starts at $349.95. Apple also introduced an LG video doorbell with two cameras. One captures visitors while the other helps monitor packages left near the doorstep. It starts at $249.95. Meanwhile, an indoor camera starting at $199.95 can automatically tilt down to stop monitoring when a household member returns home. For temperature control, LG and Schneider Electric are offering smart thermostats starting at $199.95. Using Apple's Home app, supported systems can adjust heating and cooling based on whether someone is home. In eligible locations, they can also respond to electricity rates to help manage energy costs. One convenience I like is that these accessories work directly through Apple's Home app. You don't need to create separate manufacturer accounts or download additional apps to manage them. Apple says the collection will start arriving in December, with certain products following in early 2027. This is the part of Apple's announcement that deserves a closer look. A screen that recognizes your face can be convenient, especially when several people share a home. But what happens when that same system connects to your security cameras and personal information? Apple says HomeView uses protected processing environments called Secure Exclaves to isolate camera and microphone data from the rest of the system. Separately, HomeView checks that it recognizes the user's face and that their paired iPhone or iPad is present and has been recently unlocked before displaying personal information. Siri requests can run directly on the device or use Apple's Private Cloud Compute technology. Apple says data processed through Private Cloud Compute is neither stored nor accessible to the company. For compatible security cameras, Apple also supports end-to-end encrypted HomeKit Secure Video storage. Certain AI video summaries and recording features require an eligible iCloud+ subscription. Those safeguards are encouraging. Still, I would want to understand exactly which household members can access the system before setting everything up. I'd also review camera placement and sharing permissions, particularly for devices inside the home. For additional privacy guidance, see our CyberGuy article, Are Apple devices spying? APPLE'S $250M SIRI SETTLEMENT: HOW TO CLAIM UP TO $95 Apple's latest announcements could make managing a connected home easier, especially for households that already rely on iPhones. HomeView gives you a shared control center, while the upgraded Siri could make everyday requests feel more natural. However, the cost adds up quickly. HomeView starts at $299, and the new Apple TV 4K costs another $299. Add compatible cameras or a smart lock, and you're spending considerably more. Some camera features also require an iCloud+ subscription. There's also the question of how much of this technology you actually need. If you already have a smart speaker that controls your lights and a television that streams your favorite shows, Apple's latest hardware may offer more convenience than you need. I'd start by checking which Apple devices you already own and whether they'll support the new Siri features. Then think about which upgrades would actually make your day easier. After all, spending hundreds of dollars to save a few taps on your phone deserves a little consideration. Apple wants a bigger role in our homes, and I can see the appeal. I like the idea of asking Siri a question without having to repeat myself or reaching for my phone every time I want to control something. And for families juggling different schedules, a smart display that recognizes who's using it could be genuinely helpful. But I'm still not convinced everyone needs another screen in the house. Will Siri AI finally be as smart and helpful as Apple promises? And how comfortable should we feel giving an AI assistant access to our personal information and home security cameras? Apple has outlined some strong privacy protections, but I'd want to know exactly what information these devices collect and who can access it. For now, I'd be selective. If your current devices work well, there's no reason to rush out and replace them. HomeView has some interesting possibilities, but at $299, I'd want it to make my day easier in a meaningful way. The real test will be how well all these products work together once they're in our homes. Would you feel comfortable having an AI-powered screen that recognizes your face and connects to your home's security cameras? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Newsletter Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e5c575342cf4db90ab33 Democratic Senators Move to Block U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal te 2026-10-15T14:40:05.345Z Democratic Senators Move to Block U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal The move will force a vote on the agreement after the midterm elections, though it faces steep odds in the Republican-controlled Congress even amid bipartisan concern about the deal. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37f75342cf4db90aadb Midair scare as cracked window forces emergency diversion back to airport te 2026-10-15T14:30:23.305Z Midair scare as cracked window forces emergency diversion back to airport A passenger flight heading to a popular European destination made a sudden U-turn less than an hour into its journey. British Airways Flight 2660 was traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Faro, Portugal, on Oct. 13 when the aircraft reversed course over France and returned to London, according to flight-tracking website Flightradar24. A British Airways spokesperson told Fox News Digital the aircraft needed to divert following a "minor technical issue." PASSENGER JET BOUND FOR US PLUNGES 27,000 FEET BEFORE CIRCLING FOR HOURS "The aircraft diverted following a minor technical issue and landed safely back at London Gatwick," the spokesperson said in a statement. "We have apologized to customers for the delay to their journey, and our teams worked hard to get their travel plans back on track." A cracked window reportedly caused the diversion, though British Airways cited only an unspecified technical issue. During the incident, the flight crew transmitted a 7700 emergency code, according to flight tracker AirNav Radar. Steven Arroyo, an aviation safety expert and retired United Airlines captain based in Florida, told Fox News Digital that 7700 is a universal code pilots can enter into the aircraft's transponder to alert air traffic controllers to an emergency. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "That lights up on the radar screen, and it lets air traffic control know there's an event going on," Arroyo said. The code itself does not tell controllers exactly what is wrong, he noted.  Pilots can then communicate with air traffic control about the nature of the problem and what assistance they might need. Arroyo said aircraft passenger windows are made with multiple layers, so the seriousness of a crack depends on where the damage is located.  In a more serious situation, damage could affect the aircraft's ability to maintain cabin pressure, Arroyo said.  However, a crack can also be less severe and prompt crews to land as a precaution. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES When deciding whether to continue a flight or divert, Arroyo said crews consider several factors, with safety taking priority. Returning to Gatwick would allow the pilots to land before the cracked window could worsen, he said. Arroyo advised any passengers who spot window damage to alert a flight attendant rather than assuming they know it exists. "The pilots want this kind of information," he said, noting that passengers can help cabin crews identify something that may need further attention. Fox News Digital previously reported on another midair window incident that took a more serious turn aboard a Ryanair flight in July. A passenger window became dislodged shortly after the aircraft departed Thessaloniki, Greece, and a 61-year-old passenger was nearly pulled outside during the resulting loss of cabin pressure.  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Other passengers helped pull him back inside, according to reports. The aircraft returned safely to Thessaloniki, while the passenger was taken for medical treatment with neck and shoulder injuries and friction burns. Andrea Margolis of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37d75342cf4db90aad2 Trump rules out livestream for Nidal Hasan firing squad execution te 2026-10-15T14:30:21.301Z Trump rules out livestream for Nidal Hasan firing squad execution President Donald Trump announced that the planned firing squad execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will not be livestreamed, reversing an earlier Pentagon announcement that the public would be able to watch the convicted mass killer's final moments. Trump said in a Truth Social post that broadcasting the execution could serve as a powerful deterrent to terrorism but acknowledged that many Americans would rather not witness Hasan's death.  "He will die, as scheduled, by firing squad, but this event will not be streamed," Trump wrote. Hasan’s execution is scheduled for Dec. 3. Trump said immediate family members of the 13 people killed in Hasan's 2009 rampage will be permitted to attend in person if they choose. This is a developing news story; check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37b75342cf4db90aac9 Black Hawk Down veteran recalls AK-47 wound and arterial bleeding in Somalia firefight te 2026-10-15T14:30:19.089Z Black Hawk Down veteran recalls AK-47 wound and arterial bleeding in Somalia firefight Former Army Ranger James Lechner shined a light on the brutal Battle of Mogadishu. The Battle of Mogadishu (commonly known as Black Hawk Down) was a brutal fight in Somalia that started on October 3, 1993 and carried into the next day. A small group of Army Rangers, Delta Force operators, 24th STS members and a few SEAL Team 6 commandos were sent to Somalia to stop a genocide being carried out. What started as a capture and extraction mission turned into hell on Earth after multiple helicopters were hit by Somalia fighters. There have been a lot of stories that have come out about the battle since 1993, including a hit movie starring Josh Hartnett. Lechner was a member of the 75th Rangers in Somalia and suffered a gruesome gunshot wound to his tibia. The details sound horrifying. "Took an AK-47 round right below the knee. Blew out my tibia, and as you know, when bone gets hit, it becomes shrapnel. So that shredded my leg. The bullet went down, came out above my ankle. I had a grapefruit sized hole in the front of my leg and the bullet had shredded the whole left side," Lechner explained in a recent interview with Shawn Ryan. He continued, "One of the Delta [Force] medics...came running out of the building, and now there's firing bullets just cracking down the street continually. Came through that fire, grabbed me by my vest, dragged me inside the building that they had fortified. It became the casualty collection point. He gets me in there. Lots of blood. Hit two arteries. So, I had arterial bleeding and blood was just extremely profuse going on." Lechner said the scene was so intense that the blood on the floor was "two inches deep." You can watch his full comments in the video below starting around 1:39:00, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Ultimately, 18 Americans were killed in the Battle of Mogadishu and dozens more were wounded. Delta Force snipers Gary Gordon and Randy Shughart both earned the Medal of Honor for inserting into Mike Durant's crash site and fighting to the bitter and bloody end. While the battle was horrific, it's also worth noting there isn't a single other military on the planet that could have been put in that situation and come out the way it did. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER It was a testament to American exceptionalism and refusal to quit, despite a city being cut loose against a very small fighting force. What do you think about the Battle of Mogadishu? Let me know at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37975342cf4db90aac0 Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Guardians vs Rays Game 3 te 2026-10-15T14:30:17.515Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Guardians vs Rays Game 3 We’ve got ourselves a series as Game 3 of the ALCS starts with the teams tied at one game apiece, and the series goes to Cleveland. Fanatics is offering new users a chance to wager on the game and earn $350 in FanCash when using promo code FOXNEWS350 and betting $20 on the game. In Game 1, Tampa struck first, getting two runs in the first inning, and that looked like it might be enough as starter Drew Rasmussen was racking up scoreless innings. Rasmussen was dealing and kept the Guardians off the board until the sixth inning, when he allowed a homer. He allowed another in the seventh and was bounced from the game.  The Guardians then found a way to score another five runs in the final two frames of the game. The Rays scored another run in the bottom of the eighth, making the score 4-3 in favor of Cleveland. It proved not to be enough, and the Guardians’ insurance runs in the top of the ninth put the game out of reach. Cleveland won, 7-3. Game 2 was more Tampa Bay’s speed. The Rays got an absolute gem from starting pitcher Freddy Peralta, kept the Guardians off the board consistently and came through with timely hits of their own. Most of the Rays' success came after an error from Jose Ramirez. That led to the first run of the game, and a single later scored another two runs.  Chase DeLauter hit an RBI double to right field, and the Guardians had the tying runs on base but couldn’t get them in. The Guardians wasted a good start from Parker Messick, and the Rays evened up the series. The Rays got the win they needed in Game 2, and the Guardians split the series — the goal they had when visiting Tampa. Who will claim the upper hand in Game 3? Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users a chance to pick with a $20 wager, netting them $350 in FanCash when using promo code FOXNEWS350.  Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37775342cf4db90aab7 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS Unlocks $100 Promo for Guardians-Rays Game 3, Dodgers-Brewers Game 4 te 2026-10-15T14:30:15.234Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS Unlocks $100 Promo for Guardians-Rays Game 3, Dodgers-Brewers Game 4 It almost feels unfair that the MLB Playoffs are this close to being over. The Brewers could end the Dodgers season tonight, but luckily in the early part of the day, we get the Rays and Guardians in a 1-1 series jockeying for position.  Underdog is offering new users a chance to bet on either (or both) games with promo code FOXNEWS to unlock $100 in bonus bets. Bet $5 on the game and receive a $10 bonus bet token. Repeat that process for ten days and you’ll earn $100 in bonus bets.  The Rays and Guardians are tied at 1-1 in the series and each team is looking to get this pivotal Game 3. Tampa Bay is sending out Griffin Jax to the hill. He has made one appearance for the postseason, going two innings and allowing one earned run. In the regular season, he was 8-10 with a 3.53 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP. He did not make a start against Cleveland, but has held them to just 14 hits in 61 at-bats against him. The Guardians are getting back home after stealing home-field advantage away from the Rays. They turn to Gavin Williams, who has gotten quite a bit of work in the postseason. Williams made three appearances against the White Sox, including two starts. He went five innings in the opener, allowing two earned runs. He also allowed just one hit in 5.2 innings in a big Game 5 with 12 strikeouts. He faced Tampa at home earlier this season and allowed just five hits and one unearned run over 7.2 innings.  Odds subject to change The Brewers have a commanding 3-0 lead over the Dodgers and have found different ways to demoralize Los Angeles in each game. Every game, Los Angeles has had a lead, but Milwaukee has found a way to overcome their leads and never look back. Now, the Dodgers have their backs against the wall, and if they want a shot at a third straight title, it will require making the Brewers lose four straight games. They’ve lost four in a row or more just twice this season.  The Dodgers have all the pieces to win. Their lineup is full of talented hitters. Their pitching staff is loaded with guys who would be top-of-the-rotation starters for any team. For whatever reason, they just can't unlock the code that is Milwaukee this season. If they want to win, it will come down to Tyler Glasnow, who has a 1.93 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP in the postseason.  Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37575342cf4db90aaae How to Bet on Today's ALCS and NLCS Action With Fanatics Sportsbook, BetMGM, Bet365 and More te 2026-10-15T14:30:13.795Z How to Bet on Today's ALCS and NLCS Action With Fanatics Sportsbook, BetMGM, Bet365 and More Getting into sports betting isn’t a decision to take lightly. You should consider the game, the angle, your finances, what to bet, and the welcome offer from each sportsbook. Luckily for you, we have prepared a betting guide for the ALCS and NLCS that you can use to place a wager on Fanatics, BetMGM, bet365, and FanDuel.  Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users a promo code of FOXNEWS350 to provide $350 on a $20 wager from any game. Here is the wager we like for today’s game:  Gavin Williams, Guardians, Starting Pitcher, under 6.5 strikeouts. Williams is a good starter, and he has 24 strikeouts in just 11.2 innings of work this postseason, but those were all against a young and impatient White Sox team. The Rays have struck out 14 times in 58 at-bats against Williams in their careers. That’s about 25% of the time. Starters only throw about four or five innings in the postseason. If Williams gets 15 outs in the game (five innings) that puts him at roughly four strikeouts based on his career averages against Tampa. Yandy Diaz 2+ total bases is a great one to place at BetMGM because if your first bet loses, they will give you a refund matching your wager (up to $1,500) in bonus bets when you register and use promo code FOXNEWS.  Diaz is 7-for-15 against Williams in his career with just one strikeout. Three of his hits have gone for extra bases, all doubles. Diaz bats near the top of the order in most games, so he should get at least five plate appearances. All he needs is one double, or two hits, and this wager, a plus money play, cashes.  Bet365 is offering new users a chance to wager $10 on a bet and earn $365 in bonus bets regardless of whether the bet wins or loses. This is a chance for you to cash in on extras even if Glasnow has a great outing. In his only appearance in the postseason, Glasnow went 4.2 innings. The Dodgers wanted to win so they could go up 2-1 over the Braves, and now they must win to stay alive. Manager Dave Roberts will play every matchup he can in order to keep the team alive and likely won’t let Glasnow go deep into the game. He has hit at least five innings of work in 11 of 13 regular season games, so it is a risky play, but bet365 helps eliminate some of the stress by giving you $365 in bonus bets even if the wager loses. FanDuel is offering new users a chance to wager just $5 and earn a $50 bonus bet regardless of if your wager wins or loses. You can do this each day for five straight days as a new user to earn a total of $250 in bonus bets. One thought for tonight’s game is to fade William Contreras. He has swung a hot bat in this series, and Glasnow almost certainly won’t go a full game, but he has had Contreras’ number. In 11 at-bats against Glasnow, Contreras is 0-for-11 with four strikeouts. You can bet $5 that he will not have a hit tonight, and if it wins, you win on plus money action and get a $50 bonus bet. If it loses, you’re out $5 but can play a $50 bonus bet. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e37375342cf4db90aaa5 Seahawks vs. Broncos Thursday Night Football betting pick focuses on the under in first half te 2026-10-15T14:30:11.636Z Seahawks vs. Broncos Thursday Night Football betting pick focuses on the under in first half I have finally gotten back on track with football betting over the past couple of weeks. It was a really bad start to the season, but I'm slowly climbing myself out of the hole I got myself in. Now, I've got to try to keep winning for the next 12 weeks of football. That doesn't mention trying to get everything done for the playoffs as well. There is a long way to go, but it starts tonight with the Seahawks taking on the Broncos on Thursday Night Football. The Seattle Seahawks come into this game with a 3-2 record, and they are 1-1 on the road this season. The first road game was against Washington, and they lost, even though Marcus Mariota was the starting quarterback. That isn't intended to be a shot at Mariota, it is more a reflection of how Seattle played. The Seahawks did come home to rebound and beat the Chargers, but last week they had the toughest game on their schedule to date, hosting the 49ers. Last season, the Seahawks ended San Francisco's year and knocked them out of the playoffs. This year, the 49ers won 32-29. Seattle has been a bit shaky to start the season. Sam Darnold was hurt in the first game, but he has been back for the other four games. Unfortunately for the Seahawks, it seems like Darnold has taken a bit of a step back. Darnold has 755 passing yards and has thrown for seven touchdowns and five interceptions. Six of his seven touchdown passes have gone to Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and so have the majority of his passing yards. The Broncos normally have the corners that can keep Smith-Njigba from going off. However, Pat Surtain is injured. SEAHAWKS QB SAM DARNOLD SUFFERS HIP INJURY, RULED OUT JUST FIVE SNAPS INTO NFL SEASON The Denver Broncos are also 3-2 for the season, having won both of their home games and going 1-2 on the road. They lost to the Chiefs in the season opener. They then ran off two straight wins over the Jaguars and Rams. The win over Los Angeles was one of the more impressive of the season. The Rams were ahead of the Broncos for much of the game before Denver came roaring back and won the game 30-26. In Week 4, the Broncos traveled to San Francisco and lost 24-14. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Last week, the Broncos defeated the Chargers 23-17 in Los Angeles. The Chargers are one of the biggest disappointments in football and are now 0-5 to begin the year. The Rams might be the other big disappointment, dropping to 2-3 after a loss to the Bills last week. So the lone "good" win for the Broncos came against the Jaguars. Perhaps all Denver needs is to be at home. However, in terms of yards allowed, the Seahawks have the best defense in football. If Denver can't get the ground game going, expectations should be low for its success tonight. This is a matchup we could've gotten in the Super Bowl last season, but Bo Nix got injured and the Broncos couldn't overcome the Patriots. The Seahawks went on to win the championship. Seattle still has a strong defense, and I think the Broncos can combat the Seahawks' passing game. Both teams tend to start slow. I'm going to back the under 20.5 in the first half of this game. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e36e75342cf4db90aa86 Google’s Universal Cart shopping tool launches in the US te 2026-10-15T14:30:06.862Z Google’s Universal Cart shopping tool launches in the US The new shopping tool is available in the U.S. across Google Search and the Gemini app. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0e11575342cf4db90aa2a As Democrats Plow Into Red States, They Worry About Tight Races in Bluer Ones te 2026-10-15T14:20:05.233Z As Democrats Plow Into Red States, They Worry About Tight Races in Bluer Ones Despite hopes for a blue wave, Democratic candidates in Minnesota, Maine and Michigan are facing local political headwinds and have struggled to open up clear daylight in the polls. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ded375342cf4db90a9d2 Manfredi: We have proven leadership for Legislative District 16 te 2026-10-15T14:10:27.857Z Manfredi: We have proven leadership for Legislative District 16 Elections should be about more than campaign slogans. They should be about records, relationships and results. That is why I am endorsing T.J. Shope for the Arizona State Senate and Teresa Martinez and Chris Lopez for the Arizona House of Representatives. As a Maricopa city councilmember, I have worked with all three of them. I have seen who answers the phone, who attends the meetings, and who is willing to do the difficult work after the cameras are gone. T.J. Shope understands Pinal County because it is his home. He knows our communities are growing rapidly, but our roads, public safety resources, water policies, and employment opportunities must grow with them. T.J. has consistently advocated for rural Arizona and used his Senate experience and leadership to ensure our district has a strong voice at the Capitol. Teresa Martinez is equally committed to the communities she represents. As vice chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, she has been able to advocate directly for the transportation investments Pinal County desperately needs. She understands that our residents cannot continue spending hours sitting in traffic while state government treats our infrastructure as an afterthought. Chris Lopez brought a small-business owner’s perspective to the Legislature. That matters to me. Small-business owners understand payroll, rising costs, government regulations, and the consequences of decisions made by people who have never had to sign the front of a paycheck. Chris also sponsored legislation to add funding for State Route 347, showing he understood one of Maricopa’s most urgent priorities from the start of his service. SR 347 State Route 347 did not become fully funded because one person gave a speech or posted something on social media. It took years of cooperation among city, county, regional, tribal, and state leaders. T.J. Shope, Teresa Martinez, and Chris Lopez have been reliable partners in that effort. They supported us when funding was uncertain, helped protect the money already secured, and continued pushing the project forward. We will not agree on every issue. I do not expect that from anyone. What I expect is accessibility, honesty, and a willingness to listen to the people closest to the problem. These three legislators have demonstrated those qualities. Legislative District 16 needs representatives who understand our region, respect local communities, support public safety, defend taxpayers, encourage responsible economic development, protect our water, and keep transportation infrastructure at the top of the agenda. T.J. Shope, Teresa Martinez, and Chris Lopez have earned another term through their work, not merely through their words. I encourage the voters of Legislative District 16 to return T.J. Shope to the State Senate and Teresa Martinez and Chris Lopez to the State House. They are the experienced and effective team our district needs at the Arizona Capitol. Vincent Manfredi Vincent Manfredi owns InMaricopa and this is a letter written to the editor.  You can view other opinions and letters here. The post Manfredi: We have proven leadership for Legislative District 16 appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0decd75342cf4db90a9c9 Teen shot outside gym in suspected accidental shooting te 2026-10-15T14:10:21.541Z Teen shot outside gym in suspected accidental shooting A teenage boy was shot in the leg outside Planet Fitness late Wednesday, and police believe the shooting was accidental. Maricopa police responded to a shooting call just before 10 p.m. Oct. 14 at the gym, 20595 N. John Wayne Parkway, according to a city spokesperson. Officers found the teen with a gunshot wound to his leg. He was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. The suspected shooter was taken into custody, and officers recovered a gun at the scene, the spokesperson said. Investigators believe the suspect and victim are friends and that the shooting was accidental. Police said there is no active threat to the community. The investigation is ongoing. This is a developing story, check back for updates. The post Teen shot outside gym in suspected accidental shooting appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0dec575342cf4db90a9a1 Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Israel haters admit what they really want te 2026-10-15T14:10:13.892Z Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Israel haters admit what they really want 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: - Quiet part out loud: Anti-Israel mobs want one state called 'Palestine,' erasing Israel - Jewish student sues New York school over 'relentless antisemitic harassment' - Professor charged over alleged antisemitic online attacks, barred from campus TOP STORY: Anti-Israel demonstrators across major U.S. cities dropped all pretense, explicitly demanding the total eradication of the Jewish state. Ditching two-state rhetoric, radical mobs chanted for a single Palestinian nation spanning "from the river to the sea." The brazen, unmasked calls to erase Israel triggered fierce bipartisan backlash from lawmakers condemning the rising wave of open extremism. VIDEO: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani doubled down on his October 7 statement accusing Israel of carrying out a "genocide" in Gaza. WATCH HERE: FIGHTING BACK: A brave Jewish middle schooler is slapping a New York school district with a massive lawsuit, exposing relentless, systemic antisemitic abuse. The horrifying filing details how bullies harassed her with Nazi salutes, slurs, and brutal violence following the October 7 massacre. Exhausted by administrators continuously brushing off the toxic hate, her family is taking the district to court. CAMPUS CREEP: FBI agents cuffed Haverford College religion professor Guangtian Ha for allegedly unleashing a terrifying campaign of cyberstalking against a Jewish colleague. Prosecutors reveal Ha used anonymous social media accounts to send dozens of vile antisemitic threats, leaking the victim’s home address and forcing their family to flee. Banned from campus, the radical academic now faces federal charges. STATS BUSTED: A UN inquiry member admitted investigators never independently verified claims that most Palestinians killed in Gaza were civilians. Meanwhile, Palestinian Ministry of Health data revealed Gaza’s population actually grew in 2025, with 50,227 live births vastly outnumbering 24,650 registered total deaths—shattering accusations that Israel intended to wipe out the local population. SOURCE OF HATE: Wikipedia has failed to purge antisemitic and anti-Israel propaganda pushed by bad-actor editors, the Anti-Defamation League warns. Despite banning a coordinated group of rogue users over a year ago, the online encyclopedia left an astonishing 91% of their flagged, biased edits active on major flagship pages—proving its safeguard policies are completely useless against online hate campaigns. HOTEL SNUB: A luxury Dublin hotel abruptly canceled a 70-room reservation for an international conference on combating antisemitism after its general manager suddenly demanded to know if the Israel Defense Forces would be involved. Outraged Jewish community leaders slammed the mysterious snub, asking how simply mentioning "Jewish" can instantly flip a business deal on its head. GUEST EDITORIAL: Daniel Schatz, a political scientist, author and international affairs expert, argues the Nobel Peace Prize has strayed from Alfred Nobel's vision to become a tool for progressive activism. Citing 2026 laureate Navi Pillay—known for charging Israel with genocide and dismissing free speech—Schatz warns the award now rewards ideological insider posturing rather than genuine efforts to achieve international peace. QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "Her troubling record on antisemitism and gross breach of ethics in presiding over a notorious UN commission utterly disqualifies her from such an award." - UN Watch Executive Director Hillel Neuer on new Nobel Prize winner Navi Pillay. - 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/6ad0debd75342cf4db90a983 TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Last day te 2026-10-15T14:10:05.683Z TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Last day Last day to join TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Join 10,000+ tech leaders for a day of connections and insights. Save 75% on your pass now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0dc7175342cf4db90a7bc Albania rioters clash with police for Socialist government as European unrest spreads te 2026-10-15T14:00:17.134Z Albania rioters clash with police for Socialist government as European unrest spreads Clashes between police and protesters who are against Albania's Socialist government erupted in the country's capital for the third consecutive day Thursday as Prime Minister Edi Rama vowed he will not resign. Rioters in Tirana were seen throwing rocks at a police cordon outside Albania's Education Ministry, prompting law enforcement to respond with tear gas and water cannons, according to The Associated Press. The clashes followed riots on Wednesday when protesters attacked government buildings, banks and businesses, leaving 89 people injured, including 61 police officers. "As for calls for my resignation, governments are changed through democratic elections. We had elections last year, not a revolution," Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama told Reuters on Thursday. ALBANIAN PROTESTERS FLOOD STREETS DEMANDING PRIME MINISTER'S RESIGNATION AMID CORRUPTION ACCUSATIONS "My responsibility is to listen, address legitimate concerns and keep Albania moving forward," he added. "The alternative would be a betrayal of the Albanians who gave me a strong mandate to complete negotiations on European Union membership." Thursday's protests included student groups seeking education reforms, as well as others staging a broader anti-government movement opposed to a major development project linked to President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, the AP reported. The so-called flamingo movement is calling for the resignation of Rama over allegations of widespread corruption. The movement earned the name after protesters used signs depicting the pink bird. "The message from the streets is clear: Albanians have had enough. Public patience with Edi Rama’s socialist government has come to an end," Agim Nesho, former Albanian Ambassador to United States, told Fox News Digital on Thursday. "The wheels are coming off Edi Rama’s socialist government. After 13 years in power, his administration faces mounting accusations of corruption, misuse of public funds, and political favoritism," Nesho said. "Meanwhile, poverty, unemployment, inadequate public services, and the mass exodus of young Albanians seeking better opportunities in Europe have fueled widespread anger. Critics argue that, as with other failed socialist governments, the political elite has benefited while ordinary citizens have been left struggling to make ends meet." An EU delegation in Albania called late Wednesday for a proportionate response from authorities, expressing concern at "the violent escalation at the protest in Tirana." JARED KUSHNER'S OVERSEAS LUXURY RESORT PROJECT FACES ANTI-CORRUPTION INVESTIGATION DURING VIOLENT PROTESTS Rama won his fourth term as prime minister last year, running on a platform centered around Albania joining the EU, which it hopes to achieve as early as 2028, according to Reuters. Student organizers told Reuters that the protests are over higher education costs, a lack of financial support, conditions at universities and job prospects after graduating. The prime minister said to the news agency that he is ready to discuss the cost of education, but added, "Attacking institutions, destroying public property and threatening public safety have nothing to do with the legitimate demands of students." "Corruption must be confronted and, as the EU itself has recently reaffirmed, Albania is tackling it as never before," Rama also said. "Perhaps some forces, at home and abroad, do not want Albania to succeed as a forerunner for EU membership. But I will not allow violence to derail Albania's European future." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0dc6f75342cf4db90a7aa Abdul El-Sayed grows agitated with reporter after being pressed on family's alleged Muslim Brotherhood ties te 2026-10-15T14:00:15.072Z Abdul El-Sayed grows agitated with reporter after being pressed on family's alleged Muslim Brotherhood ties Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed got into a tense exchange with a reporter on Wednesday as his claim about having no family connections to the Muslim Brotherhood draws scrutiny. On "NBC Nightly News," El-Sayed was pressed about social media posts made by his half-sister Eman Abdelhadi, alleging their mother was an active member of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt during the 1970s after he denied there were any family connections to the controversial Islamist group during an interview with NBC's Kristen Welker on Sunday's "Meet the Press." "Can you just explain it?" Llamas asked after reading some of Abdelhadi's posts. ABDUL EL-SAYED'S ALLEGED FAMILY TIES TO MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD SURFACE AFTER DENYING ANY LINK DURING NBC INTERVIEW "It's funny to me," El-Sayed responded. "I was born in 1984 down the street in Rochester Hills. I was raised here in Michigan, went to the University of Michigan, rebuilt the health department in this city, led the health department in this county — and you want to ask me about what's happening in Egypt in 1970? Are you serious?" "I get it, but you were asked a question and you gave an answer," Llamas responded. "I have no ties, we have no ties," El-Sayed doubled down. EL-SAYED ASKED IF HE BELIEVES AMERICA IS 'READY FOR A MUSLIM PRESIDENT' AHEAD OF SENATE RACE The Democratic hopeful told Llamas he hadn't had conversations with his mother about her alleged Muslim Brotherhood activity and accused the anchor of using "hearsay evidence from a tweet." "That's just not serious," El-Sayed said. "But you've also gone after the president for truthfulness and when people ask you a question, do you expect the truth?" Llamas then asked. "Are you insinuating that somehow I was lying?" El-Sayed fired back. "I don't know, that's why I'm asking," Llamas responded. "And I'm telling you that I was not," El-Sayed told him. During an interview that aired on Sunday, Welker pressed El-Sayed whether he could "set the record straight" on allegations that he and his family had connections to the Muslim Brotherhood, which he firmly replied, "No," before suggesting his Republican opponent, Mike Rogers, was floating Islamophobic attacks against him and his family. However, according to Abdelhadi, their mother was an active member of the Muslim Brotherhood. "Had an amazing talk with my mom about her activism in the Muslim Brotherhood during the early 70s while she was in college #respect," Abdelhadi wrote in a 2012 X post, as first reported by the Washington Free Beacon. EL-SAYED’S HALF SISTER OFFERED OCT 7 ‘BLESSING,’ ONE YEAR AFTER HAMAS ATTACK: ‘ALLAHU AKBAR’ Their mother, Fatten Elkomy, had attended Egypt's Alexandria University, which, according to a report from the Brookings Institution, had strong Muslim Brotherhood activity back in the 70s. In another 2012 post, Abdelhadi, a professor at the University of Chicago, wrote: "My family has long been MB, but I've always felt that it has navigated the political sphere poorly/destructively." In a third post from 2013, she wrote, "Praying for all my family that supports the #MB in #Egypt. Lie low, stay safe." CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST MEDIA AND CULTURE NEWS An El-Sayed campaign spokesperson previously issued a statement to Fox News, saying, "Abdul is a dad and a doctor. He has spent his entire career working to keep Michiganders healthy and safe. Independent fact checkers have repeatedly debunked Mike’s lies, but their campaign continues to use bad faith attacks on Abdul's faith and family. Mike wants to distract from Trump’s agenda that is terrorizing Michigan families at the pump and at the grocery store." The campaign has also said the Muslim Brotherhood accusations have been "debunked as racist and untrue." Fox News Digital reached out to the El-Sayed campaign for a new comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0dc6c75342cf4db90a798 Fears of China spying on US military prompt GOP hawks to demand retaliation against the shipping giant te 2026-10-15T14:00:12.311Z Fears of China spying on US military prompt GOP hawks to demand retaliation against the shipping giant FIRST ON FOX: Three top House Republicans are demanding a Chinese shipping giant be stripped of special privileges at American ports over concerns the vessels are allegedly spying on U.S. military communications, according to a letter exclusively obtained by Fox News Digital. COSCO, a shipping and logistics company owned by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and based in Shanghai, has received favorable treatment under a Coast Guard program designed to reward trusted commercial operators. But China hawks in Congress want to revoke those privileges following a September report that the vessels are being used to gather intelligence. In an Oct. 14 letter, three top Republican lawmakers identified as of July 15, 2026, there were 11 COSCO vessels listed in the Coast Guard's Quality Shipping for the 21st Century program, known as Qualship 21 — despite the Pentagon designating them as a Chinese military company. House China Committee Chairman John Moolenaar, House Intelligence Committee Chairman Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., and Rep. Carlos Gimenez, chairman of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security, are pressing Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to revoke COSCO vessels' enrollment in the Coast Guard's program. It follows September reporting that COSCO vessels used sophisticated, concealed equipment to intercept military communications and gather intelligence about encryption technologies off American coastlines. The Cost Guard program was created to allow vessels with strong safety and compliance records to undergo fewer routine inspections when entering U.S. ports. But the lawmakers argue in their letter that COSCO's alleged espionage activities and ties to China's military raise serious questions about why its ships have qualified for preferential treatment. CHINA ‘WIRETAPPED RED SEA’ WITH SPY HUB 6 MILES FROM US BASE: EX PENTAGON OFFICIAL WARNS The allegations, attributed to senior U.S. officials, have fueled concerns that Chinese commercial vessels could serve as intelligence-gathering platforms while operating near sensitive American military facilities. COSCO has denied the allegations, calling them unfounded and maintaining that its onboard communications and navigation equipment is used exclusively for legitimate commercial purposes. The company has said none of its equipment was used to intercept military communications or gather intelligence. COSCO is one of the world's largest shipping companies and is owned by the Chinese government. Its sprawling commercial fleet operates along major global trade routes, including routes serving American ports. The Pentagon added COSCO to its Section 1260H list of Chinese military companies in January 2025, citing its ownership by a Chinese state agency, activities allegedly conducted on behalf of the People's Liberation Army and contributions to Beijing's military-civil fusion strategy, which seeks to harness civilian industries and technologies for military purposes. WALL STREET BANKS HELPED CHINESE MILITARY-LINKED FIRM RAISE BILLIONS DESPITE RED FLAGS, LAWMAKERS FIND The designation does not automatically bar COSCO vessels from entering American ports. But the lawmakers are questioning why a company identified by the Pentagon as having ties to China's military should continue benefiting from a Coast Guard program that reduces inspection frequency. The Coast Guard updated Qualship 21 eligibility rules earlier this year, expanding the circumstances under which vessels could be removed from the program, including certain associations with sanctioned entities. The lawmakers are now pressing DHS on whether Pentagon national security designations should also factor into eligibility decisions. In the letter first obtained by Fox News Digital, the lawmakers urged DHS to revoke COSCO vessels' enrollment, refuse future renewals and increase scrutiny of other shipping companies with ties to the CCP and Chinese military. They are also demanding to know whether the Coast Guard received intelligence warnings about COSCO's alleged surveillance operations before the allegations became public in September — and whether those warnings were considered when deciding if its vessels should retain their privileged status. The lawmakers specifically questioned whether the Coast Guard reviewed COSCO's eligibility following its Pentagon designation and whether intelligence officials have identified similar risks involving other Chinese or Hong Kong-based shipping operators. Their concerns extend to what the Coast Guard is doing to detect potential espionage aboard commercial vessels already operating in American waters. The letter questions whether authorities have conducted additional boardings of COSCO ships, investigated crew members potentially involved in intelligence collection or examined historical shipping routes for unusual movements that could indicate surveillance activities. The lawmakers also questioned whether the Coast Guard has sufficient legal authority to counter suspected intelligence operations aboard foreign commercial ships, or whether additional coordination with other federal agencies is necessary. The inquiry reaches beyond COSCO. The lawmakers raised the possibility of removing Hong Kong from the Coast Guard's list of qualified flag administrations, citing concerns about Beijing's control over the territory. The letter was copied to the director of national intelligence and the Coast Guard commandant. Fox News Digital reached out to COSCO, DHS and the Coast Guard for comment but did not hear back at time of publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0dc6a75342cf4db90a78f Collins insists socialist rival won't beat her as Maine's money machine: 'You'll lose big time' te 2026-10-15T14:00:10.375Z Collins insists socialist rival won't beat her as Maine's money machine: 'You'll lose big time' BANGOR, Maine — Republican Sen. Susan Collins is warning that Maine could lose crucial federal funding if voters replace her with Democrat Troy Jackson, as a new poll shows the candidates statistically tied ahead of their final debate Thursday. Jackson, a one-time logger and former Maine Senate president, edged Collins 49%-47% in a Suffolk University poll conducted Oct. 8-11 and released on the eve of the final debate. Jackson's two-point edge over Collins among likely voters was well within the survey's margin of error, and the poll was the latest to indicate an extremely close contest. The face-off between Collins and Jackson in the blue-leaning Northern New England state is a top flip opportunity for the Democrats as they try to win back the Senate majority from the Republicans in the midterm elections. The Fox News Power Rankings rate the race in Maine as a toss up, as do leading nonpartisan political handicappers the Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, and Sabato's Crystal Ball. CAN A FORMER NFL SIDELINE REPORTER HELP REPUBLICANS FLIP A SENATE SEAT IN BLUE-LEANING MINNESOTA? "Maine voters lose out big time if Troy Jackson were to be elected," Collins said in an exclusive Fox News Digital interview on Wednesday. Collins, who is running for a sixth six-year term in the Senate, has showcased her nearly three decades of Senate experience and her leadership role as Senate Appropriations Committee chair as integral to her ability "to get so much done for the people of Maine." She warned that if Jackson replaced her, "he'll be 100 in seniority, and all of that essential federal funding targeted for the state of Maine, virtually all of it will go away." Jackson has argued that Collins has not used her Senate power to protect Maine families from soaring energy, food, and housing costs. "Sen. Collins has told us how powerful she is," Jackson said during their first debate. "But power means nothing if you won't use it when the people may need it." Jackson and Democrats have also repeatedly aimed to anchor Collins to President Donald Trump, whose approval ratings in Maine and across the country are cratering ahead of the midterms. "That's the choice on this stage — a senator who helps Donald Trump hurt Maine then tells us how concerned she is, or somebody who will stand up against him before another family in Maine has to pay the price," Jackson said during Tuesday's third debate. DEMS SEE NEW CHANCES TO FLIP SENATE SEATS BUT GOP'S MASSIVE CASH ADVANTAGE AN OBSTACLE Collins is known as a moderate Republican who at times has voted against the president. But Jackson and Democrats are targeting the senator over her comments that she didn't regret her 2018 vote to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, whose crucial vote four years later helped overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion ruling. And following the fatal shooting in Maine this summer involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, Democrats heavily criticized Collins for her support for ICE funding. But Collins has broken with Trump numerous times in recent months, criticizing his tariff war with neighboring Canada and voting against Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation. "Troy and Chuck Schumer and their allies run ads saying that I'm somehow a puppet of the president. Believe me, that would come as a huge surprise to President Trump," Collins told Fox News Digital. Collins noted, "I opposed the deal that he made with Vladimir Putin to get a small amount of diesel, and in return lift the sanctions that we just passed into law, and the president is not following the law. I signed a bipartisan letter that urges the president to reconsider that. I opposed the president's signature legislative accomplishment, the One Big Beautiful Bill, because it contained cuts in Medicaid that... I know would be harmful to Maine." DEMOCRATS THINK A BLUE WAVE IS BUILDING - HERE ARE THREE FACTORS THAT COULD STOP IT The senator was interviewed in Bangor after landing the endorsement of the Maine chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police. "I've secured funding for projects throughout Maine, $46 million to help our police and sheriff's departments upgrade their equipment, facilities, and communications," Collins told Fox News Digital. And she took aim at Jackson, who won a special nominating convention in late July to fill the party's Senate nomination, which was left vacant after primary winner Graham Platner ended his campaign following an explosive report containing an allegation of rape from a woman he previously dated. Platner denied the report but dropped out. Jackson, who earlier this year unsuccessfully ran for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, had campaigned alongside Platner during the primary campaign. "Troy was Graham Platner's biggest supporter and stayed with him to the very end of Graham's campaign, and Graham repeatedly denigrated law enforcement," Collins said. "I never heard Troy publicly condemn those disrespectful and horrible comments." Collins added, "During his gubernatorial campaign, Troy was endorsed and welcomed the endorsement of the Democratic Socialists of America. One of the key parts of the DSA platform is to defund the police." The Jackson campaign, responding, pointed out that "Jackson is not a Democratic Socialist" and has repeatedly said he does not support defunding the police. The campaign added that Jackson called on Platner to drop out and "has been clear he will not accept a Platner endorsement." "Susan Collins is lying about Troy’s record because she knows that Mainers are ready to retire her after she’s voted with Donald Trump 96% of the time to cut their healthcare, confirmed Brett Kavanaugh who overturned Roe v. Wade, enabled Trump’s war in Iran that’s raising energy costs, and failed to stop his reckless tariffs that are causing costs to skyrocket," the Jackson campaign told Fox News Digital. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER But Collins disputed the 96% figure, saying that it came from a study that only covered a third of her Senate votes. "A study that looked at 90% of the votes showed that I supported the president 72% of the time," she added. "The bottom line is, I support him when I think he's right. I don't when I think he's wrong." Collins, who is the only GOP senator seeking re-election in a state Trump lost in the 2024 election, has a history of surviving Democratic efforts to unseat her. Six years ago, she trailed Democratic challenger Sara Gideon, the then-Maine House speaker, but the senator ended up winning re-election by nearly nine points while former President Joe Biden carried the state by a similar margin. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0da0f75342cf4db90a50c Chargers add QB's viral superstar wife to the team's WAG roster, ring girl's career takes off & MLB memes te 2026-10-15T13:50:07.585Z Chargers add QB's viral superstar wife to the team's WAG roster, ring girl's career takes off & MLB memes Welcome to Screencaps, "America's Best Daily Column," as named by the readers. Screencaps, which publishes seven-days-a-week, is a mix of sports, pop culture, and emails from sane readers from around the world. This column isn't for the coastal elites. Give us a week to steal your heart. Our track record is pretty good. Let's have some fun. I'm sure you're starting to get tired of hearing about the Chargers and their drama, but I have no choice here because the team went out Wednesday and signed Jake Browning. Why is that news? Because that means Jake's wife, Stephanie, is coming with him. Who is Stephanie? She's the influencer hopeful who made headlines in 2024 when Jake was starting for the Bengals due to a Joe Burrow injury. Stephanie wore this to a January game and she became a Screencaps star. Now she's going to L.A. to team up with Madison Beer as the NFL's Hottest QB WAG Combo of 2026. The way things are going with the Chargers at 0-5, it's entirely possible that Jake Browning is starting for this team by the first week of December. 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Political ads pay part of my salary somewhere along the way, so I'm not telling you guys to stop watching Fox products – you're damn right I was watching the ALCS last night! But, I'm human. I need a break from the political commercials just like you guys. Here's my remedy: Pivot to QVC for 30 minutes. Give yourself a break. Let yourself relax as some guy cuts a ham and/or turkey and scoops sides of mac and cheese out of a Temptations casserole dish. I'm not buying the food. I'm literally using QVC as an escape. Do the math on how much the sides and ham cost and how you could make the meal much cheaper. Sit back and relax while avoiding political ads FOR 30 MINUTES as you switch back and forth just to give yourself a small break. The story is that a guy I know from golf trips ran his massive boat up on a sandbar the other night. Three hours later, his yacht was off the sandbar, but it came with a massive bill. – Brad S. knows this business: A little background: I was in the boating business and am now in insurance. I've had some experience with this kind of issue. The easy answer: It depends. The size of the boat, the distance from the tow boat's berth and how bad the boat is stuck will all factor into the final invoice. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Most marine towing companies will charge anywhere from $300-$600/hr, and that starts from when they untie to when they tie back up. A soft ungrounding can run anywhere from $1500 to $3500. Bottom line: It depends. Now, there are programs you can join - BoatUS for example - where you pay for an annual membership and they'll pull your sorry ass off the sandbar as part of the annual membership. A lot of captains think, "I'll never need that!" Until they do. He likely has insurance, and should put in a claim. Insurance carriers are often able to negotiate a better rate for the tow, if he was indeed getting gouged. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! I'm blown away by the drop between 1995 and 2026 on the number of people having people over to their house. Is it because you're afraid of being judged? That's my guess. Is it a worry that you won't make food that's up to par? If you're 35-55, what's stopping you from having people over to your house? ################## SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER That is it this morning. I need you guys to tell me about having friends over. It's just not happening. Other than that, let's have a great day. Tell a buddy to stop by to hang in the garage tonight for an hour before he goes home to watch QVC to decompress. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d7c375342cf4db90a4cd Operation Christmas Child to collect shoebox gifts Nov. 16-23 te 2026-10-15T13:40:19.142Z Operation Christmas Child to collect shoebox gifts Nov. 16-23 Volunteers across Arizona will collect shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies and personal care items next month as part of an international effort to provide Christmas gifts to children in need. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d7bc75342cf4db90a4a5 'Not wanted': Irish hotel reportedly cancels 70 rooms reserved for antisemitism conference attendees te 2026-10-15T13:40:12.777Z 'Not wanted': Irish hotel reportedly cancels 70 rooms reserved for antisemitism conference attendees A Dublin hotel declined to host an international event focused on combating antisemitism and subsequently withdrew approximately 70 rooms reserved for delegates after its general manager questioned whether the Israel Defense Forces would be involved, according to a Jewish community leader who attended the meeting. Maurice Cohen, chairman of the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland, told Fox News Digital that he and an event organizer met with representatives of the Herbert Park Hotel, including its general manager, on May 7 to explain the gathering and discuss arrangements. The event was connected to this week's Special Envoys and Coordinators Combating Antisemitism Conference, which brought Jewish leaders, diplomats and government officials responsible for confronting antisemitism to Dublin, Ireland. IRISH PM REJECTS ANTISEMITISM CONCERNS IN IRELAND AMID DRAMATIC VOTE OVER BOYCOTTING ISRAEL GAME Cohen said organizers had received written confirmation that approximately 70 rooms were being held for participants. During the meeting, Cohen explained that the event would bring together Jewish community representatives, diplomats and government officials, many of whom were not Jewish. He said the manager’s demeanor appeared to change before she asked whether the IDF would be involved. "I was completely taken aback by that question," Cohen told Fox News Digital. "I said, ‘What would the IDF have to do with a conference on antisemitism?’" Cohen said the hotel did not answer. The general manager told him she would need to consult the hotel’s owners before deciding whether the event could proceed. On May 8, one day after the meeting, organizers received an email stating that the hotel could not accommodate their "event," Cohen said. Two to three days after the May 7 meeting, organizers followed up by asking whether the approximately 70 rooms reserved for delegates remained available. The hotel then informed them that the rooms were no longer available and claimed they had automatically been released one week before the meeting, according to Cohen. He said the hotel never mentioned that during the discussion with management. ANTISEMITIC VIOLENCE ESCALATES AS DEADLY WEAPON ATTACKS SURGE IN 2025: REPORT "Why would you hold a meeting seven days after the rooms had been canceled without mentioning them?" Cohen said. "To my mind, that excuse was a retrospective excuse." Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, told Fox News Digital, "If the reports from Dublin are accurate, this is a disgraceful example of the very antisemitism the conference was organized to combat." "Seventy rooms had been booked. Seventy people had been welcomed as guests," Cohen said during an Oct. 13 address at Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs. "The only thing that changed was what they were understood to be." The experience was personal for Cohen, who said he had attended meetings, New Year’s Eve celebrations and his mother’s birthdays at the hotel through her 93rd birthday. "How quickly does the word ‘Jewish’ change a conversation?" Cohen asked during his address. The disputed hotel cancellation is the latest episode to raise concerns among Jewish leaders about antisemitic discrimination in Ireland. The country has no official state mechanism dedicated to tracking antisemitic incidents, leaving community organizations to document cases and prompting concerns that many experiences are never formally recorded. FROM LONDON SYNAGOGUES TO NEW YORK PRESCHOOLS — ANTISEMITIC ATTACKS ESCALATING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC Ireland’s Jewish community numbers only about 2,200 people. Against that backdrop, the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland recorded 143 self-reported antisemitic incidents through its first six-month reporting initiative, including verbal abuse, threats, vandalism and discrimination. The council cautioned that the findings represent only a partial picture because antisemitism is often underreported. Cohen said the atmosphere for Ireland’s small Jewish community has deteriorated since the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attacks, describing the wider climate facing Jewish and Israeli people in Ireland as "ambient antisemitism." Fox News Digital sent questions to the Irish government asking whether it condemns the hotel’s reported actions and whether any review or investigation is being considered. The office of Prime Minister Micheál Martin, the government departments responsible for foreign affairs and justice, and the Irish Embassy in Washington, D.C., were contacted for comment. None had responded at the time of publication. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital in September, Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin said, "We have no toleration for antisemitism, none." SIGN UP FOR ANTISEMITISM EXPOSED NEWSLETTER "It’s all around us," Cohen told Fox News Digital. "If you say you’re Israeli, you may not get into certain places. The narrative is so one-sided." When Fox News Digital reached the Herbert Park Hotel directly by phone and asked about Cohen’s account, the decision to reject the event and the subsequent release of approximately 70 rooms, a hotel representative responded, "No comment." Cohen said the hotel’s management should speak directly with Jewish community representatives and receive training on contemporary antisemitism. "They need training on what antisemitism is," Cohen told Fox News Digital. "They need to be cognizant of the fact they are promoting antisemitism. They need to understand why they’re so wrong." Cohen said several Irish lawmakers and civil servants contacted him personally after his Oct. 13 address, though he had not seen a broader public condemnation from the Irish government. "I, like most people, don’t want to be in a place where I’m not wanted," Cohen said. Fox News Digital also reached out to the owners of the hotel through its corporate entity but did not receive a response by the time of publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d30575342cf4db90a3df These Legislatures Could See Big Changes in November te 2026-10-15T13:20:05.990Z These Legislatures Could See Big Changes in November Statehouses make health-care policy, guide education, and may redraw congressional districts ahead of 2028. With the stakes high, more than 6,100 legislators will be elected Nov. 3. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d0b675342cf4db90a38f DOJ gives California 48 hours to review list of possible noncitizens on voter rolls te 2026-10-15T13:10:14.497Z DOJ gives California 48 hours to review list of possible noncitizens on voter rolls The Justice Department is threatening California with possible legal action after it says the state mailed ballots to noncitizens ahead of the midterm elections. The DOJ sent a letter on Tuesday to California Secretary of State Shirley Weber informing her that federal officials provided Los Angeles County election officials a list of names of individuals authorities believe to be noncitizens. Acting Deputy U.S. Attorney Trent McCotter warned that the state has 48 hours to confirm whether any of the individuals on the list were mailed ballots for the November 3 election. That deadline will expire later on Thursday. "If you cannot implement this process by then, given the ongoing federal election, the United States will have no choice but to seek emergency relief," the letter states. MORE THAN A QUARTER-MILLION NONCITIZENS MAY BE REGISTERED TO VOTE IN 4 KEY STATES, DHS ALLEGES Weber released a statement protesting the federal demands on Wednesday, connecting it to earlier efforts by the DOJ to expunge noncitizens from California's voter rolls. DOJ GIVES NEW JERSEY 5 DAYS TO HAND OVER VOTER DATA AFTER NONCITIZEN REGISTRATION SCANDAL "In July of this year, President Trump and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullen made (still) unsubstantiated claims that California had 190,000 non-citizens on its voter rolls. Given the many high-profile examples of states purging US citizens from their voter rolls based on DHS/SAVE data, SOS immediately requested written information about their methodology and data sources to back up their claims. They refused and provided California with nothing," Weber said in a statement. "Now the USDOJ, under threat of 'emergency' litigation, demands that California blindly trust this administration without any evidence or legal authority to justify its request," she continued. WATCH: TRUMP DOJ VOWS TO PURSUE ‘EVERY SINGLE’ VOTING VIOLATION AFTER NJ ROLL SHOCKER "The USDOJ’s relentless efforts to unlawfully gain access to states’ protected voter data and purge voter rolls serve only to cause chaos and fuel public distrust in our elections," Weber added. "California has robust state law requirements that only U.S. citizens can register to vote and that any non-eligible registrants are removed from the State’s voter rolls. My office and California election officials remain committed – as always – to ensuring a fair and smooth 2026 General Election." President Donald Trump's administration has heightened scrutiny on state voter rolls since gaining office, as part of the president's wider interest in election integrity. TRUMP SCORES SUPREME COURT WIN IN ELECTION INTEGRITY FIGHT AS STATES GAIN NEW VOTER ROLL TOOL The administration received approval by the Supreme Court in late September to move forward with its massive voter verification system. The September 25 emergency order allowed states, for now, to use a Department of Homeland Security program called Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements, or SAVE, in their efforts to verify the eligibility of voters on their rolls, as the DOJ has done in the California case. TRUMP SCORES SUPREME COURT WIN ON MAIL-IN VOTING RESTRICTIONS BEFORE MIDTERMS The court’s order put on hold a federal judge’s June ruling that had deemed the Republican administration’s recently revamped version of SAVE illegal. U.S. District Court Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan had blocked the use of the tool, saying it violated Americans’ privacy rights and could result in voters being wrongly removed from the rolls. The Trump administration moved to expand SAVE after the president signed an executive order directing the creation of a federal voter registration list and imposed new restrictions on eligibility for voting by mail as part of a broader effort to combat voter fraud. Fox News' Greg Norman and the Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d0b575342cf4db90a386 Investigators zero in on possible cause of Wisconsin plane crash that killed 6 te 2026-10-15T13:10:13.050Z Investigators zero in on possible cause of Wisconsin plane crash that killed 6 A small plane that crashed in Wisconsin killing six people, including a child, had plummeted toward the ground at a rate of up to 4,000 feet per minute after its pilot reported ice accumulating on the wings, according to newly released flight data and federal investigators. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said the pilot of the Piper PA-46 Malibu was flying at 24,000 feet on Tuesday night when he alerted air traffic control to ice building up on the aircraft's wings and requested permission to descend. Air traffic controllers approved the request, but the plane entered a descending right turn that became increasingly sharp before communications and flight tracking data were lost, investigators said. COAST GUARD SUSPENDS SEARCH FOR BOSTON-BOUND MEDEVAC PLANE OFF NANTUCKET WITH 6 ON BOARD Data from FlightRadar24 showed the plane's airspeed nearly doubled to 340 mph as it descended at a rate of up to 4,000 feet per minute, according to The Associated Press. "It has all the earmarks of an icing-related loss of control," aviation safety expert Jeff Guzzetti, a former investigator for both the NTSB and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), told the outlet. Ice accumulation poses a serious threat to aircraft because even a thin layer can disrupt airflow over the wings, reducing lift and making a plane more difficult to control. The six-seat, single-engine aircraft was traveling from Kenosha to Menomonie when it crashed shortly before 10 p.m. in a wooded area of Sauk County near Mirror Lake State Park, about 10 miles west of Wisconsin Dells, authorities said. Rain was falling as a thunderstorm moved through Dellona at the time of the crash. FATAL AIR AMBULANCE CRASH EXPOSES GROWING GPS DANGER FACING US FLIGHTS All six people aboard were killed. Authorities said no structures were damaged and no one on the ground was injured. The identities of the victims had not been publicly released. The Piper Malibu model has previously faced federal scrutiny over crashes involving icing conditions. The NTSB conducted a special safety review of seven icing-related crashes involving Piper Malibu and Mirage aircraft between 1989 and 1991, several of which involved relatively inexperienced pilots unfamiliar with handling the sophisticated planes in icy conditions. The review prompted recommendations for changes to pilot training, aircraft checklists and operating manuals, as well as the addition of an indicator light for systems designed to prevent ice buildup in pitot tubes, which help provide accurate airspeed readings. The NTSB is leading the investigation into Tuesday's crash. Investigators have not determined an official cause. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d0b375342cf4db90a37d Obama's billion-dollar baby: Chicago center's price tag hits monumental milestone, tripling original estimate te 2026-10-15T13:10:11.760Z Obama's billion-dollar baby: Chicago center's price tag hits monumental milestone, tripling original estimate The price tag for the beleaguered Obama Presidential Center is now projected to top $1 billion, nearly triple its original estimate, the foundation overseeing construction of the Chicago facility told Fox News Digital. Confirmation of the ten-figure cost marks another chapter in the troubled history of the much-delayed project, which opened five years behind schedule amid controversy over its use of public parkland and claims that subcontractors were stiffed out of millions of dollars. It comes as newly released financial records reviewed by Fox News Digital offer a fresh look at the finances of the Obama Foundation, the former president's private nonprofit that oversaw construction of the billion-dollar project. The sprawling campus on the Windy City's south side was originally expected to open in 2021, with construction costs estimated at $300 million to $350 million. But years of federal reviews, legal challenges and construction delays preceded its eventual opening in June 2026, by which time projected costs had skyrocketed to approximately $850 million. Hailed by Democrats and supporters as a historic investment in the community and a tribute to the former president's legacy, the center was promoted as a catalyst for jobs, economic growth and new opportunities for underserved communities. BUREAUCRATS HIDE TRUE PRICE OF OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER AS TAXPAYERS HIT WITH INFRASTRUCTURE BILL "While we continue to reconcile costs and plan ahead for additional capital improvements, we anticipate our total cost for constructing the campus is approximately $1 billion - again, all raised in private contributions," Emily Bittner, the Obama Foundation's vice president of communications, told Fox News Digital. "This includes investments in additional public art, insurance, scope changes in our Home Court, project management and exhibit installation, among other categories." The campus serves as both a museum dedicated to Obama's presidency and the headquarters of the Obama Foundation. It also features a public library branch and an athletic center, but unlike traditional presidential libraries, it does not house his original presidential records, although digital versions and artifacts are featured in its museum. The climb toward the $1 billion mark has seemed inevitable in recent years, with approximately $909 million in construction-related costs recorded by the end of 2025, when the project was about 80% complete, according to its newly released audited financial statements. The Obama Foundation's newly released financial disclosures cover the nonprofit's entire operation, not just the Chicago campus. It also runs leadership, education and community programs across the United States and around the world. The tax filings show donations and grants fell to approximately $151 million in 2025, down from $195 million in 2024. Fundraising has fluctuated sharply in recent years, falling from $311 million in 2022 to $129 million in 2023 before rebounding in 2024 and declining again last year. OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER SUBCONTRACTORS FILE FRESH PAYMENT CLAIMS TOTALING NEARLY $900K Total liabilities climbed to approximately $103.5 million in 2025, during the final stages of the center's construction, up from $35 million in 2024 and $20 million in 2022. The Obama Foundation's outstanding borrowing also rose from $15 million at the end of 2025 to approximately $63.5 million by July 2026, according to its audited financial statements. The nonprofit said it borrowed the money to cover short-term costs during the final stages of construction and that the loans were not secured against its rights to the property. Its money and investments available to cover everyday expenses also fell from approximately $265 million in 2024 to $101 million in 2025. Brian Mittendorf, a nonprofit accounting professor at the Ohio State University who reviewed the Obama Foundation's tax filings and audited financial statements, said the nonprofit remains on solid financial footing, with more than $1.1 billion in net assets at the end of 2025. "In terms of the organization's overall financial health, again, I would say financial health looks quite good," Mittendorf told Fox News Digital. "They have a decent amount of cash, investments, liquidity, and so on. So it's not like they're in financial difficulty by any means." However, he noted that much of the foundation's wealth is tied up in the Presidential Center, rather than assets that could readily be converted into cash. "Bottom line to me: I don’t see a short-term financial distress here, but I do see an organization that has tied up a lot of its resources in its buildings which means more costs to come and the need for more revenues to make this sustainable," he said. OBAMA CENTER SUBCONTRACTOR SHUTS DOWN AMID $4M FIGHT, LAYS OFF 25 Mittendorf warned that raising money to maintain the sprawling campus could prove more challenging than funding its construction. "It's much easier to raise money when it's for building a building than it is for doing upkeep or paying for insurance or paying utilities," he said. Obama Foundation officials said its operating costs are covered by revenue and private donations, although they did not provide a figure for the center's annual operating and maintenance expenses. The Obama Presidential Center sits on 19.3 acres of historic public parkland in Jackson Park. It secured the site through a 99-year agreement with the city for a one-time payment of just $10. While the foundation funded construction, the land and buildings are legally owned by the City of Chicago. Critics have long raised concerns over the foundation's failure to fully fund a proposed $470 million endowment — a financial safety net designed to generate income for the center's upkeep and reduce the risk of taxpayers footing the bill if the project runs into trouble. A previous Fox News Digital investigation found that just $1 million had been set aside for years. Newly released financial statements show the Foundation's overall endowment grew to approximately $14.2 million by the end of 2025, although it remains unclear how much of that money is specifically reserved for the Presidential Center. Obama Foundation officials said the agreement with the city of Chicago required them to establish an endowment, not fully fund it before taking control of the site. They said they prioritized fundraising for construction and leadership programs and that they plan to make significant investments in the fund in the coming years. Richard Epstein, a New York University law professor who has advised opponents of the project, disputed the Obama Foundation's interpretation, arguing that establishing an endowment without adequately funding it defeats its purpose. "Otherwise, they provide no protection," Epstein told Fox News Digital, arguing that under the Obama Foundation's interpretation, "they could list the endowment as $1 billion and fund it with ten cents." Despite the foundation's substantial assets, some of the subcontractors who helped build it say they are still fighting to recover millions of dollars in disputed payments. A previous Fox News Digital investigation identified several firms claiming major financial losses, including minority-owned businesses the project was intended to support. Mike Owen, owner of Chicago-based Adamson Plumbing, said his company suffered nearly $4 million in losses tied to the project, forcing him to suspend operations and lay off 25 union workers. His company subsequently filed a $1.72 million mechanics lien seeking payment for disputed work. Owen told Fox News Digital this week that he still has not recovered the money he is seeking. The Obama Foundation previously said Lakeside Alliance, the project's construction manager, was responsible for managing and paying subcontractors and that the foundation had no outstanding disputed charges with the alliance. Lakeside Alliance has said contractual closeout on a project of this scale can continue long after opening and that it remains committed to resolving outstanding matters. The campus features a museum dedicated to Obama's presidency, housed in a 225-foot-tall, eight-story tower, along with a branch of the Chicago Public Library, a children's playground, an auditorium, conference and meeting spaces, public gardens and more than 20 commissioned art installations. At the southern end of the campus sits Home Court, a 60,000-square-foot athletic and community center, featuring a regulation-size NBA basketball court, training facilities and multipurpose rooms for meetings and events. The Obama Foundation, which is headquartered at the center, also runs leadership, education and community programs in the United States and around the world, including initiatives to train emerging leaders, support young people and encourage civic engagement. Obama's original presidential records are instead stored at the National Archives in College Park, Maryland, rather than at the Chicago campus, which is not part of the federally operated presidential library system. Critics have long questioned why the city granted control of valuable public parkland for a privately operated museum and foundation headquarters rather than a traditional presidential library, although the plans were approved by the Chicago City Council and the Chicago Plan Commission. The arrangement faced years of legal challenges that ultimately failed to stop construction, although opponents maintained that the courts never ruled on the merits of their central argument that the use of public parkland violated Illinois' public trust doctrine. The foundation has promoted the center as far more than a museum, describing it as a place to develop future leaders and inspire change around the world. "We are building more than a campus. We are creating a living institution that will inspire, empower, and connect the next generation of leaders," the foundation stated in its 2024 annual report. Obama echoed that vision during the center's June opening ceremony, saying it was designed to be more than a monument to his presidency. "We designed the center not to be some lifeless mausoleum," Obama said. "While we are non-partisan, we are not value-neutral. We have a point of view." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d0b275342cf4db90a374 El-Sayed's own words reveal a radical plan to dismantle the Second Amendment te 2026-10-15T13:10:10.547Z El-Sayed's own words reveal a radical plan to dismantle the Second Amendment "What if we tweaked the Constitution, amended the [Second A]mendment, and instead of the right to bear arms, we change it to the right to have health care?" That is not a college activist. That is Abdul El-Sayed — the Democratic nominee for United States Senate in Michigan — talking into his own camera, on his own channel. And it is one of many videos that he quietly made private from his channel once he decided he wanted a seat in the world’s most powerful legislative body. A U.S. Senate nominee from one of the two major national parties, who has a legitimate chance to win, actively floated the idea of replacing the Second Amendment — not merely regulating it, which would be bad enough. This is not your typical anti-gun Democrat rhetoric. This is a dangerous and new precedent coming from far-left Democrats. They realize the courts are increasingly unwilling to permit them to regulate our right to keep and bear arms. Just recently, in ANJRPC v. Attorney General of New Jersey, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit ruled that New Jersey’s ban on "assault weapons" and "high-capacity magazines" was unconstitutional. And in June, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear a challenge to Cook County, IL’s ban on "assault weapons" and Connecticut’s ban on "high-capacity magazines" under Viramontes. INSIDE TRUMP'S UNPRECEDENTED BATTLE PLAN TO EXPAND SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS THROUGH JUSTICE DEPARTMENT However, Michiganders see through this charade. The infamous gun control group Moms Demand Action has endorsed El-Sayed. Moms Demand Action is the grassroots arm of Everytown for Gun Safety, an anti-gun organization whose one of its stated goals is to ban the most popular semi-automatic sporting rifle in America. And Michiganders know that El-Sayed is in favor of most, if not all, the policy objectives stated by Everytown for Gun Safety. In his 2018 run for Governor of Michigan, El-Sayed supported an "assault weapons" ban, backed red flag laws, and embraced a host of other anti-gun positions. The video in question is not the story — the video is the confession that explains the agenda. El-Sayed’s campaign responded to a CNN article about the deleted videos by saying, "Cherry-picked comments from old podcasts don’t reflect his beliefs today." But he never wanted nor expected these comments to surface — that’s why he tried to hide the video. When recently pressed by Jesse Watters at Fox on his comments to abolish the Second Amendment, El-Sayed dodged the question by claiming "people are more worried about whether or not they can see a doctor than whether or not they can have a gun." It would seem that CNN in fact did not cherry-pick comments. Time and time again, El-Sayed continues to prove to his future constituents that he would rather spill socialist talking points and implement a socialist agenda by decimating the U.S. Constitution. His goal is to erase any kind of national pride, the rights of Americans, and the culture that makes this country the greatest in the history of the world. Electing someone like this to the United States Senate is dangerous and reckless. EL-SAYED ARGUED AGAINST THE SECOND AMENDMENT IN UNEARTHED SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEOS Plus, his most recent endorsement proves that El-Sayed intends to undermine Michigander’s Second Amendment rights. Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords — infamous for calling for "no more guns" — along with her gun control group just endorsed El-Sayed. In fact, in Giffords’ announcement of El-Sayed’s endorsement, El-Sayed himself said, "it’s an honor to receive the endorsement of Giffords PAC." This is not the statement from a candidate who supposedly regrets calling for the abolition of the Second Amendment. Anti-gunners like El-Sayed are terrified that by June 2027, the Supreme Court is likely to strike down these "assault weapon" bans as unconstitutional. This is apparently forcing candidates like El-Sayed and even California Governor Gavin Newsom, who wish to enact gun control, into taking the unprecedented stance that the Second Amendment needs to be repealed or replaced. DOJ THREATENS TO SUE CALIFORNIA OVER 'GLOCK BAN,' ARGUING LAW VIOLATES SECOND AMENDMENT El-Sayed’s campaign accuses CNN of cherry-picking the coverage of this story. Remember, he did not delete the video in question. He only set it to private. Here is what makes this more than a slip from an old podcast. Repealing a constitutional amendment requires 2/3 of both chambers of Congress and 38 states. It’s not going to happen. However, a senator confirms judges who interpret the Constitution. Every federal judge, circuit nominee, and Supreme Court justice for the next 6 years runs through the chamber El-Sayed wants to join. A man who believes the Second Amendment protects nothing but state militias, does not need to repeal a single word. He only needs to vote, repeatedly, for anti-gun judges. For 30 years, gun control groups told us they only wanted "common sense" restrictions on the Second Amendment. Now that the courts are enforcing the right to bear arms as written, we are suddenly hearing that the Second Amendment itself should go. They are losing the argument about the Constitution — and their answer is to change the Constitution. So Mr. El-Sayed: be transparent with the voters you’re asking to hire you. On camera, in your own words, tell Michigan that you oppose an "assault weapons" ban. Until then, the video you made private stands as your truth. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d0b175342cf4db90a36b 'Big Bang Theory' stars were 'outraged' over request to take pay cut for new co-stars, Chuck Lorre claims te 2026-10-15T13:10:09.051Z 'Big Bang Theory' stars were 'outraged' over request to take pay cut for new co-stars, Chuck Lorre claims Chuck Lorre is spilling all his secrets in his new memoir. The prolific television producer and writer wrote about his life and his many decades in the industry in his new memoir, "Sitcom," in which he gave tons of behind-the-scenes stories from some of his most popular TV shows. Whether it be his final days working with Charlie Sheen, him going to bat with the network over casting choices or shocking refusals from cast members regarding salaries, Lorre didn't hold back. Here are some of the biggest bombshells from his memoir. MACKENZIE PHILLIPS SAYS SHE AND VALERIE BERTINELLI DRANK WINE, DID COCAINE DURING SITCOM BREAKS One of Lorre's most successful sitcoms is "The Big Bang Theory," which had a large ensemble cast. In his memoir, Lorre recalled bringing in Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch towards the end of season three and upgrading them to series regulars in the fourth season, noting without them, "the show would likely have run out of gas after seven, maybe eight seasons." After a while, he remembered the network getting pressure to raise the episodic fees for Bialik and Rauch, noting TV executives Les Moonves and Bruce Rosenblum approached the main cast, who were earning $1 million an episode plus profit points, "to ask them to take a 10 percent cut in pay to accommodate that raise." "I assumed they’d quickly agree, you know, all for one, one for all," he wrote. "That effusive attitude of gratitude actors display at award shows. Wrong again. They were outraged that they would even be asked to take a small cut in order to reward the two newer cast members. Moonves and Rosenblum had to slink out of the room, scrotally impaired." Fox News Digital reached out to representatives for stars Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Johnny Galecki, Kunal Nayyar and Simon Helberg for comment. Lorre and Charlie Sheen worked together on "Two and a Half Men" for eight seasons before the actor's behavior led to his exit. In his memoir, Lorre explained that the show "was a blast to do" for the first seven seasons, but "it all began to unravel" during season eight, when Sheen "started calling in sick all the time." "The typical excuse was food poisoning, usually bad clams," Lorre wrote. "There were a lot of emergency dental appointments. Once I was informed he would not be attending rehearsal because his BIC lighter had exploded and burned off his eyelashes. Another time, his manager bragged to me about having to fly across the country, with a bag full of cash, in order to purchase a home video sex tape starring his client." Despite his antics, they continued to film the show, with Lorre noting they "worked in a constant state of anxiety," wondering what Sheen was going to do next. His behavior soon became too much to handle, and it was clear to those around him that his health and wellbeing were at risk. "The last scene we shot was with Charlie and Melanie Lynsky," Lorre wrote. "He couldn’t remember any of his lines and had to use the furniture to keep himself upright. Melanie was terrified. It was clear to everyone that this man, whom we’d all grown to love, was in trouble. I had no choice but to shut down the show." Fox News may be compensated for or earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. Lorre wrote that after refusing to get help for his drug problem and later trashing him on television, Warner Brothers decided they no longer wanted Sheen on their lot, and he was let go. Fox News Digital reached out to representatives for Charlie Sheen for comment. JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS REVEALS ‘TONS’ OF FRICTION BEHIND THE SCENES OF ‘SEINFELD’ During his career as a television writer and show creator, Lorre encountered pushback from studio executives many times when it came to choosing actors to star in his shows. In his memoir, Lorre explained the casting decisions behind some of the most popular shows from the past few decades, noting executives initially didn't want to cast Jon Cryer on "Two and a Half Men," or Nayyar on "The Big Bang Theory." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Despite the success of these actors in their respective roles, studio executives challenged him once again when it came time to cast the female lead in "Mike & Molly." "The casting of Molly was, like with Jon Cryer, a tortuous journey," he said. "Once again, my brilliant casting director, Nikki Valko, brought in a comic genius. Melissa McCarthy. And once again, CBS hated her. Believe it or not, they wanted a hot young woman to play a woman struggling with her weight. It was even suggested by one exec—a female exec—that I consider casting a more attractive actress and put her in a fat suit." Lorre explained that at this point he had learned his lesson and did not take no for an answer, insisting that McCarthy be given the role, "end of discussion," adding that "when 'Bridesmaids' came out, I felt pretty god-damn smart."' Fox News Digital reached out to representatives for CBS for comment. 'MIKE & MOLLY' STAR BILLY GARDELL REVEALS WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY 'PROBABLY SAVED' HIS LIFE When discussing his life prior to making it big as a TV writer, Lorre revealed he was once a part of the Church of Scientology. He recalled going to the Church of Scientology in Columbus, Ohio, after being invited by the sax player at a bar. He wrote that he "had no idea what Scientology was," but since he had nothing to do and his car was in a junkyard, he decided to go, and was quickly taken with the "pretty girls" there. Lorre explained that after taking a communication class, he had an out-of-body experience, and sought out the Church of Scientology when he was in Los Angeles. There, he found himself presented with a one billion year contract to join Scientology's Sea Org. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Now, I didn’t want to give up my dead-end music career, but I was broken, outnumbered, and overwhelmed," he wrote. "I caved in and signed. Next thing I knew, I was saving homo saps by passing out free personality test invites to homeless people in MacArthur Park. I lasted two days. Which means contractually, I owe the Church of Scientology a billion years of labor minus two days." Lorre touched on his marriage to his third wife, Arielle Mandelson, saying entering into an age-gap relationship was not the best decision. He explained that when their relationship began, he "convinced myself that age was an arbitrary thing" and that "you're only as old as you think" and that "the heart wants what it wants, but as time went on he came to the conclusion that all that "turned out to be bulls---" and "sometimes the heart's an idiot." "Age is not only a huge chasm, it widens with time. No bridge can span the distance between Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen," he wrote. "The speed of physical and mental decline between sixty and sixty-five is horrifyingly quick. Between thirty and thirty-five, infinitesimal." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Lorre claimed that initially he was "wary about the age thing" as he was older than Mandelson's parents, but that anytime he brought that to her attention, "she accused me of being 'ageist," adding, "eventually she wore me down." "After seven years we were both miserable and agreed to separate. Eight months later we carpooled to a wedding," he wrote. "The night ended with a second consummation, followed by reconciliation, followed by another year of misery. This time we agreed to divorce. She got a whole bunch of money. I got the dog. I like to think I got the better end of the deal. The dog is always happy to see me." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0d0ac75342cf4db90a345 ACC voter guide: Arizonans will vote to fill two seats on state commission that regulates utility rates te 2026-10-15T13:10:04.980Z ACC voter guide: Arizonans will vote to fill two seats on state commission that regulates utility rates Arizona voters in November will decide two of five seats on the commission that regulates hundreds of utilities statewide, including setting rates that affect how much people pay for vital services like electricity, water and gas.  The Arizona Corporation Commission was created under the state’s constitution and is among the few such agencies nationwide with elected commissioners. Five partisan members serve four-year terms. The commission’s widespread powers include overseeing utilities’ reliability and safety, as well as regulating pipelines, railroads, financial marketplace securities, and registering corporations and limited liability companies. Commissioners regulate privately-owned utilities as well as investor-owned utilities, which are typically for-profit businesses owned by shareholders. They also regulate utility cooperatives owned by local customers such as Graham County Electric Cooperative and Mohave Electric Cooperative, according to the agency’s website. The commission does not regulate city-owned and -operated utilities. Republican incumbent Kevin Thompson is facing Democrats Clara Pratte and Jonathon Hill, Green Party member Mike Cease, and Republican Ralph Heap, currently a state representative.  The two candidates who receive the majority vote will fill the open seats. Commissioners can serve a maximum of two consecutive terms.  The commissioners have faced greater scrutiny in recent years as Arizonans push back on rising energy costs and the state’s top law enforcement officer has criticized the agency.  Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, a Demcrat, has challenged several decisions the commission made this year, including its approval of significant utility rate hikes and a special energy agreement between Tucson Electric Power, commonly known as TEP, and Beale Infrastructure for the Project Blue data center. The commission approved the agreement 4-1, with commissioner Rachel Walden, a Republican, voting against it.  Mayes served as a Republican member of the Arizona Corporation Commission from 2003 to 2010. “Instead of a 14% rate hike, the expert testimony we just filed with the ACC shows that TEP can achieve the same reliability with just a 4% increase by aligning what customers pay with TEP’s actual costs,” Mayes said in a February press release. The commission is expected to decide on TEP’s request for a 14% residential rate increase this year. The request is part of a larger effort that the investor-owned utility company — with a monopoly on providing electricity in Tucson and the surrounding area — says it needs for a reasonable rate of return on increasing costs of providing power. Where the candidates stand To help Arizona voters understand each candidates’ priorities and how they will approach their role as commissioners, Arizona Luminaria asked them three key questions via email.   Pratte, Hill and Cease replied to the questions. Thompson and Heap did not respond. Arizona Luminaria emailed both candidates the questions three times. Luminaria also left Heap two voicemail messages and attempted to reach him via Facebook messenger. Thompson answered a phone call and confirmed he received the email but did not respond to the questions. In an attempt to still include Thompson’s and Heap’s voice in this guide, Arizona Luminaria pulled from debates, the two candidates’ campaign websites and additional public candidate forums, looking for statements they have made on topics included in the questions sent.  Meet the candidates:  Clara Pratte, a Democratic candidate, is a co-founder of Navajo Power, a utility provider, and has served as a tribal consultant for the U.S. Small Business Administration. She would be the first Indigenous person on the commission if she wins. She intends to push back against rate increase requests as Arizonans are “in the midst of an affordability crisis,” Pratte told Arizona Luminaria in an email. “We need to make the utility companies work harder to justify every request they put forward and stop the current trend of allowing them to make record profits on the backs of Arizonans just trying to survive the summer,” she added.  Jonathon Hill, a Democratic candidate, is a scientist and engineer who has worked at Arizona State University on several NASA space missions. Hill said utility rates are his main concern, as families across Arizona struggle with rising bills while utility companies report record-breaking profits. The commission has “become a lap dog for utility interests,” Hill told Arizona Luminaria in an email” “The Commission has a responsibility to closely scrutinize rate cases, demand transparency from utilities, and work for the people of Arizona,” he added. “When a rate case is submitted, Commissioners must ask tougher questions to determine if it is necessary. Is the rate request driven by inflation? Will it cover investments in infrastructure that will improve the lives of Arizona residents? I will never approve a rate increase that merely lines the pockets of a utility company’s investors.” Kevin Thompson, a Republican candidate, is a veteran, small business owner and served on the Mesa City Council. He is seeking a second term on the commission, and his focus is on “protecting ratepayers and grid stability,” he said in his statement to the Citizens Clean Elections Commission.  “I’ve championed an all-of-the above energy approach to manage Arizona’s energy grid, focusing on eliminating Green New Deal policies that have cost customers billions of dollars in extra surcharges, while pushing for greater ratepayer protections and holding utilities accountable for wasteful and frivolous spending,” Thompson wrote.  Michael E. Cease, a Green Party candidate, has two chemical engineering degrees and owns Database Consulting Services, according to his LinkedIn account. He also served as chair of the Arizona Green Party in 2015. Cease told Arizona Luminaria in an email that his priority on the commission is to “expand the scope of business accountability,” beyond just rate increases. He wants to hold accountable companies that don’t transition to renewable energy, as well as companies that “profit from human suffering.” He also is a proponent of universal healthcare and public power.  “I will move to immediately sanction Arizona companies complicit in the US/Israeli genocide of the Palestinian people. Mining companies destroying the Santa Ritas, Oak Flat and other Native American sacred sites and polluting our groundwater will be sanctioned. Agra-business companies waste our scarce water resources in the middle of a mega drought in the desert southwest,” Cease wrote.  Ralph Heap, a Republican candidate, is a former physician and state representative whose term ends in January 2027. In his statement sent to the Citizens Clean Elections Commission, Heap says he is “ready to stand up for ratepayers, defend rural communities, and block the encroachment of globalist energy agendas.”  Heap’s statement says he will: “Fight against ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) mandates and California-style energy experiments; Oppose unnecessary utility rate increases that punish families and seniors; Ensure a reliable, diverse energy grid — not one dictated by ideology; Fully Support the Trump Energy Agenda, with emphasis on fossil fuels and Nuclear energy; Protect water access and infrastructure, especially in rural Arizona; Demand transparency and stand against special interest influence.” Answers have been edited for clarity and length only. Arizona is seeing the impacts of climate change year after year. As residents face hotter summers, a multi-decade drought, Colorado River water cuts and continued groundwater depletion, how do you see your role in protecting Arizonans from the impacts of climate change? Clara Pratte: “Every Arizonan is impacted by rising heat, dwindling water, wildfires and floods that are becoming more common in our state. Those who have no access to basic utilities, are on a fixed income or can barely afford their utility bills are even more at risk.  I know because I grew up without electricity or running water on the Navajo Nation, so for me this work is personal. Every decision I have made in my career to date, and will make as an Arizona Corporation Commissioner, has been guided by trying to serve families like the one I grew up in.  As a Corporation Commissioner, I will champion restoring the clean energy and energy efficiency goals that the current commissioners scrapped and will use my platform to increase scrutiny on projects like data centers that could harm Arizona’s long-term future. In addition, I will make it my mission to work with water utilities to do everything possible to reduce waste, encourage users to conserve and implement fair rate structures that charge the largest users more.” Jonathon Hill: “My approach is grounded in nearly two decades of scientific work. I’ve spent the last 20 years as an engineer and geologist at Arizona State University. I bring a deep understanding of energy systems and hydrology, and I value logical, data-driven solutions. But it doesn’t take a PhD to recognize the dangers from extreme weather that we are facing, whether it’s drought, heat, flooding or wildfire. We are at a moment where urgent action is necessary. Water is our most limited resource, so I will ensure the Arizona Corporation Commission does everything in our power to ensure private water companies are stopping leaks, improving efficiency, incentivizing conservation among customers and saving every drop possible. I also promise to ensure our energy grid is strong and diversified to withstand extreme heat and peak electricity demands. That means rapidly expanding solar and wind power, which are now proven to be the most reliable, cheapest and fastest energy sources available to deploy today when paired with robust battery storage. We must also invest in grid modernization to reduce interruptions and prevent wildfires, while ensuring large users like data centers pay for 100% of the infrastructure they require, instead of passing costs on to everyday Arizonans and small businesses.” Kevin Thompson: On his campaign website, he says: “I have stopped Green New Deal and California-style energy policies from taking root in Arizona. However, special interests continue to push those same antiquated policies here.” “I support an ‘all of the above’ energy portfolio. That means plenty of renewables when they are in fact the cheapest form of energy and just as important: reliable.” “I also recognize Arizona needs baseload and non-interruptible generation to get us through our hot summer days and nights. I have voted to add new natural gas generation and to convert our closing coal plants to natural gas, ensuring there is plenty of capacity to meet our demands well into the future” Michael E. Cease: “My role on the ACC will be mission-critical in protecting Arizonans from the impacts of climate change. In the midst of a long-term mega-drought throughout the West, many companies continue to operate in a “business as usual” mode. These practices are unsustainable for Arizonans facing both climate change and mega-drought. Agra-business companies, data centers, energy companies and mining companies all substantially worsen our response to drought and climate change. As a commissioner, I will hold these companies accountable via sanctions, fines and charter enforcement. This will, in turn, lead to a business climate wherein sustainable practices of water conservation and energy conservation are incentivized for responsible companies. For example: low water use crops with production energy needs met with renewable energy.” Ralph Heap: On his campaign website, Heap says he “will oppose any AZCC policies that emulate California-style regulations, such as excessive renewable mandates or utility-driven rate hikes.” He added that his  “steadfast conservatism will ensure the AZCC remains focused on Arizona’s unique needs — affordable energy, reliable utilities, and minimal government interference.” Across the country and in Arizona, residents are protesting and opposing large-scale data centers. What are your thoughts on the data center boom and how do you see the commission’s role regarding data center proposals in Arizona? Clara Pratte: “The current commissioners have failed us. They failed to prepare for the emerging data center industry. They failed to implement regulations to ensure data centers pay their fair share in energy costs and infrastructure and safeguard our limited water resources. And they failed to prioritize local input and listen to residents about what is best for their communities. Instead of protecting the people of Arizona, the Corporation Commission has rolled over and rubber stamped whatever the utility industry asks for. Gone is the aggressive watchdog the Commission was originally formed to be. Recently, residents have rightly been outraged by the secretive and backroom dealmaking surrounding the Project Blue data center. Amidst all the local chaos, we cannot lose sight of how my opponent Kevin Thompson and the four other current Commissioners have bent over backwards for this project. I want to be clear: If I and my running mate Jonathon Hill had been on the Commission, we would have voted against this deal. Large energy users, like data centers, must pay the cost they create rather than shifting them onto families and small businesses. Arizona residents should not be asked to subsidize the infrastructure, energy or water demands of large corporate customers — especially if they’re not seeing the majority of the benefits.” Jonathon Hill: “The Corporation Commission must stop giving data centers secret, sweetheart deals, like the controversial agreement made behind closed doors with Tucson Electric Power for Project Blue, which Commissioner Thompson voted for despite major local opposition. Data centers have become some of the biggest users of energy and water in the state, and they’re not paying their fair share. Too often, consumers are footing the bill. I strongly believe that data centers and other large corporate users should pay for the full cost of the infrastructure they require. Arizona residents and small businesses should not subsidize private development. We must also demand stricter efficiency requirements from data center developers to protect our precious energy and water resources. We cannot afford to dry up our aquifers so tech billionaires profit.” Kevin Thompson: In a debate hosted by the Citizens Clean Elections Commission on Sept. 9, the moderator asked Thompson how the commission is overseeing data centers.  “Our job right now is to ensure that if the utility is going to serve, that the consumer is protected. And so make sure that we have enough generation, that any transmission that’s built, any new generation that needs to be built, any of that cost that goes to serve large load user, whether it’s a master plan community, whether it’s TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company), whether it’s a data center, all that cost is going to be covered by the developer. It’s not going to be passed down to the consumer,” Thompson said. Answering a follow-up question, he said the commission has ensured that with the data centers currently planned for Arizona, consumers will be protected and the grid will be reliable enough.  “One of the first questions we ask is, ‘Is this serving a large load user?’ and if it is, ‘are they paying the cost?’ If it’s for the betterment of the grid as a whole, then that obviously is paid by all consumers. But if it’s specific to a development, that development is paying the cost. Period.” Michael E. Cease: “Data centers are wholly unfit to operate in our state. Among other things, data centers waste huge amounts of energy and water. Furthermore, they do not produce any of the people’s basic necessities of food, shelter, clothing and health care. The Arizona Corporation Commission is not authorized to legislate. However, it is charged with the responsibility of conducting oversight on all businesses operating within the state. As commissioner I will fully expose the devastating impact of data centers on Arizona and cite them accordingly. In the midst of climate change they waste enormous amounts of energy resources. In the midst of mega drought they waste tons of acre-feet of our scarce water resources.” Ralph Heap: In May, Heap told the Arizona Capitol Times that he would support data center growth in Arizona to contribute to the nation’s AI dominance. As Arizona state representative, Heap voted in favor of a bill that under certain conditions restricts any county from regulating small modular reactors (SMRs) if the SMR is colocated with an “extra high load factor customer, including data centers and data center facilities that are appropriate in the county.”  How do you intend to balance entrepreneurs’ business needs with Arizona residents’ needs, safety and affordability when it comes to resources like water, electricity, gas and other natural resources? Clara Pratte: “I’m an entrepreneur myself. I’ve helped start four companies, including utility-scale energy company Navajo Power and Navajo Power Home, which has connected hundreds of off-grid families to electricity for the first time. The future of Arizona’s economy and the ability of businesses to open and grow in our state are directly tied to the way we protect our natural resources today. We will not be able to continue if we don’t take immediate action to generate greater energy independence, reduce our reliance on outdated energy sources, eliminate wasteful water usage and uphold strong efficiency standards.” Jonathon Hill: “Small business owners, who provide nearly half of all jobs in Arizona, are on the same page as Arizona residents: they need cheap, reliable energy and water. Yet they’re both being exploited by large energy users and utility companies right now. We cannot keep paying for corporate greed. While over 161,000 Arizona families are behind on their utility bills, utility companies are making record profits, and the Corporation Commission is letting it happen by approving unnecessary rate increases. Instead of pushing rate increases onto smaller consumers, I believe that Arizona should pursue a balanced approach. If we use a tiered pricing system, we can ensure that residents and small businesses pay for what they use, and large energy users don’t get to foist their needs onto us.” Kevin Thompson: On his campaign website, Thompson says he supports transforming the commission into an “efficient, well run organization” by implementing “Business One Stop so it’s easier for entrepreneurs to start a business.” Business One Stop is an online government portal that was launched in 2022 to help entrepreneurs in the state plan, start, run and close a business, filling out forms digitally. “I have served as a voice for ratepayers, ensuring they are protected from utility waste, special interest handouts that increase your bills, while making sure our energy grid and water systems remain affordable and reliable,” Thompson wrote. Michael E. Cease: “System Change, Not Climate Change! I will hold multiple irresponsible companies accountable, such as data centers, agra-business, mining and energy companies. When unsustainable businesses harming Arizonans are sanctioned and fined, then, it will open the door for responsible companies to thrive and flourish in our state.” Ralph Heap: On his campaign website, Heap says he “will streamline AZCC regulations to support small businesses, especially water utilities, by simplifying rate case processes and encouraging infrastructure investments that improve service without raising costs.” Heap added that he “supports transparent rate cases, clear explanations of costs, and serious scrutiny before families are asked to pay more. Utilities should have to show that a proposal is necessary, efficient, and fair to ratepayers.” The post ACC voter guide: Arizonans will vote to fill two seats on state commission that regulates utility rates appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce6f75342cf4db90a30d Texas Pushes Insurers to Reward FORTIFIED Roofs: Blue Rhino Roofing Explains What Katy Homeowners Should Ask Before They Re-Roof te 2026-10-15T13:00:31.489Z Texas Pushes Insurers to Reward FORTIFIED Roofs: Blue Rhino Roofing Explains What Katy Homeowners Should Ask Before They Re-Roof Katy, TX / Storyteller / Oct 14, 2026 / Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce6d75342cf4db90a304 Texas Pushes Insurers to Reward FORTIFIED Roofs: Blue Rhino Roofing Explains What Katy Homeowners Should Ask Before They Re-Roof te 2026-10-15T13:00:29.328Z Texas Pushes Insurers to Reward FORTIFIED Roofs: Blue Rhino Roofing Explains What Katy Homeowners Should Ask Before They Re-Roof Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce6b75342cf4db90a2fb Yes We Can ! Worship Center Announces the Release of Bishop Sherman D. Manning’s Explosive 23rd Book, 'The Deceptive Verdict' te 2026-10-15T13:00:27.986Z Yes We Can ! Worship Center Announces the Release of Bishop Sherman D. Manning’s Explosive 23rd Book, 'The Deceptive Verdict' New York, NY / Storyteller / Oct 14, 2026 / Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce6a75342cf4db90a2f2 Yes We Can ! Worship Center Announces the Release of Bishop Sherman D. Manning’s Explosive 23rd Book, 'The Deceptive Verdict' te 2026-10-15T13:00:26.405Z Yes We Can ! Worship Center Announces the Release of Bishop Sherman D. Manning’s Explosive 23rd Book, 'The Deceptive Verdict' Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce6875342cf4db90a2e9 FLODIP Headwear Brand Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Fashion With Monthly Product Drops and Original Designs te 2026-10-15T13:00:24.648Z FLODIP Headwear Brand Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Fashion With Monthly Product Drops and Original Designs Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce5b75342cf4db90a2c8 A pathway to an associate’s degree: Northland Preparatory Academy’s new AGEC block te 2026-10-15T13:00:11.956Z A pathway to an associate’s degree: Northland Preparatory Academy’s new AGEC block Northland Preparatory Academy added an AGEC pathway to its dual enrollment course offerings. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ce5775342cf4db90a29f Will Zalatoris set to miss all of 2027 PGA Tour season due to yet another back surgery: 'Four years of hell' te 2026-10-15T13:00:07.798Z Will Zalatoris set to miss all of 2027 PGA Tour season due to yet another back surgery: 'Four years of hell' The setbacks just keep coming for Will Zalatoris, who is expected to miss the entirety of the 2027 PGA Tour season. During media day previewing next month's Austin Championship, the 30-year-old delivered both good news and bad news, but it's the bad news that understandably sticks out. While Zalatoris explained that he is still set to tee it up in the event that begins on November 12, he went on to share that he is scheduled to undergo a spinal-fusion surgery later that month. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "I’ve been through four years of hell so it’s good to have something that will hopefully correct it," Zalatoris said, according to Golf Channel. "It’s not something you want to do, but when you have three Tour physical therapists tell you it needs to be done at some time, you go ahead and do it." Zalatoris went on to joke that he's "the oldest 30-year-old you will ever meet," and there is some truth to that, as the upcoming procedure will mark his third back surgery since 2023. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The former PGA Tour Rookie of the Year was playing world-class golf in late 2022, reaching No. 7 in the world and finishing runner-up in both the PGA Championship and the U.S. Open that year. He also finished second in the 2021 Masters, one shot back of winner Hideki Matsuyama. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Zalatoris last played a full schedule on Tour in 2024, making 22 starts that season, but has managed just 15 starts on Tour across the last two seasons, including just four starts in 2026. He last teed it up on Tour in April, finishing T-67 at the Valero Texas Open the week before the Masters. With his major surgeries and lengthy rehab stints, Zalatoris has fallen outside of the Top 600 in the Official World Golf Ranking. While hopeful to return to action at full strength in 2028, he'll likely be doing so on the Tour's soon-to-be-introduced Challenger Series, which is the second tier on the new-look PGA Tour. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0cbfe75342cf4db90a233 Dodger Stadium crowd for playoff game last night was the most pathetic thing I've ever seen te 2026-10-15T12:50:06.654Z Dodger Stadium crowd for playoff game last night was the most pathetic thing I've ever seen The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the brink of elimination, but their fans may already be in Cancun. Video from the upper decks of Dodger Stadium Wednesday night has folks talking because it shows a rather ... sparse home crowd for the team's NLCS Game 3 showdown with the Milwaukee Brewers. The Dodgers would go on to lose, 6-2, and now trail the series, 3-0, with a potential elimination game set for tonight. A DODGERS-LESS WORLD SERIES WOULD HURT NOW, BUT HELP MLB LATER | BOBBY BURACK Of course, that's not the story we're diving into right now. We can break down the Xs and Os of LA giving up back-to-back home runs in the 7th inning another time. Right now, I'd like to take a good, hard look at the Dodger Stadium crowd last night, because it's one of the more pathetic things I've seen in all my life. This is Game 3 of the NATIONAL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES, folks. Take a look: Good God. What are we doing here? Look, I know "attendance" has been a big topic throughout these playoffs. The Rays, in particular, have been hammered by folks for having empty seats at Tropicana Park. That doesn't surprise me. It's the Rays. I've lived in Florida my whole life. I've never seen the Trop sold out. Ever. And by the way, I love the Trop. GREAT ballpark. Gets a bad rap. But they get a pass. The LOS ANGELES DODGERS do not get a pass. This is supposed to be MLB's marquee franchise, and this is what Dodger Stadium looks like for Game 3? Seriously? It's pathetic. It's such a bad look — both for Dodger fans and Major League Baseball. "But Zach, it's the LA traffic. It's a nightmare!" Nope. It's not. That excuse doesn't work here. Those seats were empty in the sixth inning. I'll give you that excuse in the first inning or two. But not this late in the game. Sorry. "But Zach, ticket prices for INSANE!" Nope. There are tickets on sale right now for tonight's Game 4 for as low as $80 (!!!) on Stubhub. That's a gallon of gas in LA. I don't want to hear that, either. "But Zach, it's October baseball! It's cold!" THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Obviously that's not true in this case. There is no excuse. None. Zero. It's pathetic. It's a bad look from a fanbase that, frankly, everyone else already hates. This certainly won't help. At least the Brewers are on the cusp of ending all this silly three-peat nonsense. Give me Miller Park (American Family Field nowadays, sadly) in the World Series all day long. Electric. The Brewers may be a "small market" team, but buddy, it's going to look a thousand times better than whatever that was last night in LA. Embarrassing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c9a875342cf4db909e0d Talarico dismisses past comments about God and gender as 'provocative' while invoking Charlie Kirk te 2026-10-15T12:40:08.288Z Talarico dismisses past comments about God and gender as 'provocative' while invoking Charlie Kirk Texas’ Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico dismissed his past comments referring to God as "nonbinary" and using the Bible to justify his pro-choice stance on abortion during a Wednesday night CNN town hall. Participating in a "Jubilee"-style town hall in which voters confronted him one-on-one, Talarico met with a fellow Christian from Texas who pressed him on his past statements. "You've said some concerning things in the past kind of related to faith and social issues. Things such as God is nonbinary, questions about how many genders there really are and your justifications using the Bible for abortion," Sarah Gardner, a small business owner, said to Talarico. TALARICO SAYS HE 'HATES CHRISTIANITY' IN UNEARTHED INTERVIEW WITH TRANSGENDER 'LATINX' THEOLOGIAN "And so, I think that's led a lot of Christian voters to question the authenticity of your faith. And I wanted to ask you a very direct question. Do you believe that the Bible is the absolute source of truth and God's final authoritative word, even when our culture says otherwise?" she asked. "Yes," Talarico replied. "And I think it's important to remember that even the early church, the disciples who actually knew Jesus of Nazareth, the early church, we often talk about as a singular body when, in reality, was more like early churches because there was a lot of disagreement, there was a lot of debate." TED CRUZ, CONSERVATIVES RESPOND AFTER TALARICO CRITICIZES BIBLE-RELATED EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS AS 'PROPAGANDA' Talarico then went on to explain his past comments as being "provocative," drawing a parallel to his own interpretation of scripture to Charlie Kirk’s. "I actually want to clarify a few of the things that you said, because I know that this has been used in these attack ads all over the state," he began. UNEARTHED CLIP SHOWS TALARICO CALLING PARENTS 'ABUSIVE' FOR DENYING CHILDREN'S GENDER IDENTITY "The first comment about God not being defined by gender, when I said that I was being provocative. And I want to admit that and come clean about that. But I think what I was saying is actually not controversial theologically. The idea that we can't define God using human categories, not only did I say that, but the late Charlie Kirk said that, the late Pope Benedict said that. And so, yes, I was doing it, maybe in an annoying way, I can admit that," he said. Talarico, a state senator in Texas, previously said, "God is both masculine and feminine, and everything in between. God is nonbinary. In Genesis 1:26, God speaks of God's self in the plural, saying, 'Let us make man in our image.'" EXPERT TEARS APART TALARICO'S VIRAL CLAIM HIS AGENDA IS BASED ON JESUS'S TEACHINGS: 'BUTCHERING THE BIBLE' He also dismissed the notion that the Bible refers to abortion. "The idea that there is a set Christian orthodoxy on the issue of abortion is just not rooted in Scripture," he said during a 2025 appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience. Fox News Digital reached out to the Talarico campaign for further comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c9a775342cf4db909e04 NBA and WNBA back Lean In Girls program that tells facilitators not to call participants 'girls' te 2026-10-15T12:40:07.024Z NBA and WNBA back Lean In Girls program that tells facilitators not to call participants 'girls' The NBA and WNBA have spent more than a decade working with Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In organization, a relationship that has expanded to include promoting a leadership program for girls as young as 11. There's just one problem: A handbook for adults running the program tells them not to address the group as "girls." Yes, Lean In Girls, which the NBA and WNBA say they're "proud to support," includes guidance for working with participants who may be exploring their gender identity. Its facilitator handbook encourages children to share their pronouns and instructs adults to use gender-neutral language. WNBPA ISSUES STATEMENT EMBRACING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AMID TRANS ATHLETE DEBATE IN WOMEN'S SPORTS The handbook also discusses "social power" and "active allyship," teaching facilitators how to help young participants recognize and challenge societal biases. So, how much of the curriculum did the NBA and WNBA review before deciding to support the program? The NBA's 2022-23 Social Impact Report stated that the WNBA had worked with Lean In for eight years, airing public service announcements during the playoffs to promote the value of girls and women in sports. Those early campaigns focused on gender equality and encouraging men to support women. By 2024, the partnership included Lean In Girls, a program designed specifically for children. That year, the leagues teamed up with WNBA star Aliyah Boston for a promotional campaign encouraging girls to reject stereotypes and embrace their "leadership superpowers." On April 20, 2026, the NBA published a video describing Lean In Girls as a "free, school-ready" program backed by both leagues. Promotional ads for Lean In also air during WNBA broadcasts. The WNBA also teamed up with Flau'jae Johnson, with Lean In's website declaring that Johnson and the league were proud to support the initiative. Lean In says the free program is designed for girls ages 11-15 and can be used in schools and community organizations. OutKick obtained a 2023 Lean In Girls Facilitator Handbook through Courage Is A Habit, a parental-rights organization that previously investigated the program. The handbook describes Lean In Girls as a program developed for girls and young teenagers who "identify with the girlhood experience." The program includes leadership activities involving goal-setting, confidence and dealing with failure. One section, titled "Gender inclusion," explains that some participants may be exploring their gender identity or feel uncomfortable with the label "girl." "When you greet your group or refer to them as a whole, avoid calling them 'girls' or 'guys,'" the handbook states. Instead, facilitators are encouraged to use terms such as "everyone," "folks," "leaders" and "team." The handbook also encourages participants to share their pronouns, though it cautions against making the practice mandatory, and suggests substituting they/them pronouns into fictional scenarios. NIKE-LINKED COACHINGHER PROGRAM FACES SCRUTINY OVER GENDER BIAS TRAINING AND DEFINITION OF GIRLS Another section instructs facilitators to consider how people's identities affect their "social power." According to Lean In Girls, adults, wealthy people and able-bodied individuals generally have more power than teenagers, people living in poverty and people with disabilities. The handbook also encourages facilitators to create a "brave space" where teenagers can "contend with injustice" and practice "active allyship." During a February 2026 webinar hosted by the American School Counselor Association, Lean In Girls official Kelly Meredith described an updated 15-session program with four sections. She said Part 3 addresses overcoming bias and barriers, while Part 4 focuses on allyship. OutKick requested the current curriculum, including Parts 3 and 4, to establish what material facilitators are being given today. Lean In initially directed OutKick to another email inbox. The organization did not provide the materials or respond to subsequent follow-up emails. Records obtained by OutKick show that Santa Clara Unified School District brought Lean In Girls into Buchser Middle School and explored expanding it to four other middle schools. At the district's Spring 2025 Equity Convening, Buchser counselor Brenda Goldstein and vice principal Gilbert Montiel presented Lean In Girls as a "Tier 2 Intervention," a designation for targeted student support. The school said eighth-grade girls were struggling with social connections, confidence and negative social messages. Officials reviewed academic performance, attendance and discipline records, along with weekly Panorama check-ins, when evaluating the need for the program. According to the district presentation, recruitment included applications with essay questions and interviews. Academic data and Panorama check-in histories also factored into the recruitment process, as did "diversity." The school's stated objectives included helping girls examine gender and cultural stereotypes, understand their identities and recognize barriers to leadership. The district later developed plans for programs at five middle schools. One presentation proposed a "formal partnership with Lean In Girls as their first public school partner." A planning document shows that several schools intended to use only Parts 1 and 2 of the curriculum. The records don't explain why Parts 3 and 4 were left out or whether officials reviewed those sections. The records confirm that Buchser implemented the program, but don't establish which lessons students received or whether the planned expansion happened. Recruitment materials provided by the district promoted confidence-building and leadership activities, including confronting bias and challenging stereotypes. The records don't establish whether parents were told about the facilitator handbook's guidance on gender identity, pronouns and nonbinary participants. OutKick asked Santa Clara Unified officials which schools ultimately implemented the program and whether they reviewed Parts 3 and 4. OutKick also asked whether participation was voluntary and whether affirmative parental consent was required. In an Oct. 12, 2026, email, district official Mark Schiel acknowledged the questions and said he would attempt to provide answers, noting that some staff members were unavailable because classes were not in session. OutKick extended the district's response deadline as a courtesy. The district did not provide answers by the extended deadline. In July, OutKick reported that the WNBA selected Girls in the Game as a beneficiary of its All-Star Game charitable initiative. The organization, which the league supported as part of its effort to keep girls involved in sports, said on its website that it was "moving beyond the binary of 'girl'" and welcomed gender-expansive participants. OutKick asked the WNBA whether it knew about that language before selecting the organization and whether biological males could participate in its girl-centered programs. Neither the WNBA nor Girls in the Game answered those questions. For this story, OutKick contacted the NBA, WNBA and Lean In Girls to ask what the leagues reviewed before endorsing the program and who approved the relationship. The inquiry also asked whether league officials were aware of the gender-identity guidance. The leagues were asked whether they provide financial support and what information was given to players featured in promotional campaigns. Lean In Girls was asked to provide its current curriculum and explain what materials it shared with the leagues. OutKick has been seeking answers and curriculum materials from Lean In since August 2026. The NBA and WNBA were first contacted on Oct. 9. None of the three organizations provided substantive answers by the Oct. 13 deadline. The NBA publicly described Lean In Girls as "school-ready" and put its name behind the program. Explaining whether anyone at the league actually reviewed the material before doing so shouldn't be nearly as difficult. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c9a575342cf4db909dfb UN inquiry member says some genocide claims against Israel unverified as Gaza reports population growth te 2026-10-15T12:40:05.788Z UN inquiry member says some genocide claims against Israel unverified as Gaza reports population growth The allegations of genocide against Israel took more hits this week following the reported admission by a senior member of the U.N. Commission of Inquiry on Israel that claims had not been independently verified. This comes as the Palestinian Ministry of Health data shows Gaza’s population grew in 2025. Critics say the accusations fueled antisemitism around the world and that those pushing the genocide claims — including major international media outlets — need to be made accountable for their words. In Sept. 2025, the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem and Israel (COI) released a report stating that Israel had committed genocide in Gaza since Oct. 2023. In the report, the COI cited an article from the Guardian stating that 83% of Gazans killed in the conflict were civilians. ISRAEL SLAMS UN REPORT AS 'POLITICAL BLOOD LIBEL' FOR ALLEGING DELIBERATE TARGETING OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN Following the release of data from the COI commissioner, Chris Sidoti, in an interview last week reported by JNS and posted on X  was asked whether the COI had independently established that the remainder of Palestinians said to be killed in the fighting were civilians, Sidoti said, "No, we didn’t because we don’t have that information…We literally do not know, nor does anybody else know, including the IDF, how many militants were there."  The former chair of the committee, Navay Pillay, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize last week. The Palestinian MOH Health Information Unit recently released statistics on overall mortality in Gaza for 2025. This is the first update to include non-violent deaths since 2022, prior to the outbreak of conflict following the terror attacks of Oct. 7, 2023. UNICEF GAZA FINDINGS ‘COMPLETELY SHATTERS’ STARVATION CLAIMS AGAINST ISRAEL, STATE DEPT SAYS The MOH reported that 24,650 deaths were registered in 2025, with 18,085 (73.4%) being males and 6,565 (26.6%) being females. 70.1% of deaths, or 17,286 cases, were attributed to direct targeting in the war. The MOH also reported 50,227 live births in 2025. Fox News Digital reached out to officials at the ministry but did not get a response by press time. Elliot Malin, president at Stratos Council, told Fox News Digital that the MOH data is further evidence against accusations of genocide. With the number of live births in 2025 far greater than the number of deaths, Malin says it is "very hard for us to infer the intent of Israel was to destroy Palestinians in Gaza to a substantial portion." "We’re not seeing a population under threat. We are seeing that it is actually able to sustain itself," Malin said. He took issue with the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) declaration last year that famine had reached Gaza in the summer of 2025. Malin said that "if the population is sustaining and growing through this, what they call a famine, it indicates that there is enough caloric intake to sustain the population." Gabriel Epstein, senior policy associate at Israel Policy Forum, also told Fox News Digital that widespread allegations of genocide are not supported by the MOH report. First, the report "absolutely" demonstrates population growth in 2025, according to Epstein, who added it would "be surprising" if the population of Gaza, "one of the youngest…in the world," was not growing. While he says that it is impossible to discern the actual rate of population growth given factors like emigration and immigration, Epstein said that "the argument that we would need to make to say that there was negative population growth in 2025 would be to more than double the number of both violent and non-violent deaths." SIGN UP FOR ANTISEMITISM EXPOSED NEWSLETTER Andrew Fox, senior associate fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, told Fox News Digital that "the data now shows that there was no famine in Gaza." He said that the allegations play into "the ages-old blood libel of Jews killing children and undoubtedly stoked the global fires of antisemitism. Agencies and the media who shared these false allegations have blood on their hands." Epstein said that the latest MOH data is strong proof against the statements from external organizations who used estimates and ratios of non-violent deaths from other conflict zones to suppose that the MOH’s ongoing count of the death toll in Gaza was inaccurate, and that deaths had likely reached multiple hundreds of thousands. These estimated figures were largely used to drive the narrative that Israel was committing genocide in Gaza. He said that current MOH figures "really eliminate the possibility that there is a much higher death toll driven by non-violent or non-trauma deaths." He noted that comparing the latest report with ongoing MOH data on overall casualties throughout the war shows that the MOH was not "missing the vast, vast majority of [malnutrition-related] deaths you would have needed to be missing to justify the IPC’s assessment" that famine had reached parts of Gaza in summer 2025. The IPC did not respond to Fox News Digital’s questions about how new information impacts its prior declaration of famine. NOBEL PEACE PRIZE AWARDED TO UN JURIST WHO ACCUSED ISRAEL OF COMMITTING GENOCIDE IN GAZA In the MOH’s favor, Epstein said that the current tranche of figures supports a real attempt at honest accounting from the health organization, which was accused of inflating civilian casualties – particularly those of women and children– during the early days of the war. In its latest report, however, the MOH does not distinguish how many terrorists were among those killed in the conflict. In fact, it states that, "The number of deaths among males was approximately 4.9 times the number of deaths among females within this group – attributed principally to the direct targeting of working-age men during military operations." IDF PUSHES BACK ON CLAIM THAT IT TARGETS JOURNALISTS IN GAZA, SAYS 170 WERE PART OF TERROR GROUPS, INCLUDING HAMAS A spokesperson from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) told Fox News Digital that, "The IDF targets terrorists and military objectives, not civilians based on their age or gender. The fact that more military-age men are disproportionately among those eliminated is consistent with the fact that terrorist organizations are predominantly composed of men in this age group. It does not demonstrate that the IDF targets individuals because they are men or of a certain age."  The spokesperson added that, "Targets are selected based on their military nature or an individual’s involvement in terrorist organizations or participation in hostilities, in accordance with international law and IDF directives. Unlike Hamas, which deliberately targets Israeli civilians, the IDF takes all feasible precautions to mitigate harm to civilians and operates under a structured targeting framework designed to ensure the identification of lawful military objectives. " Epstein also pushed back against the MOH claim that working-aged men are being purposefully targeted. Epstein said that "military-aged men aren't appearing disproportionately because the IDF was targeting military-aged men as such, but because the vast majority of militants come from that range." He said that "Gaza is unique in how heavily militarized its male population is." Epstein added that available 2025 data does not support the claim that the IDF acted with the intent to cause harm to the population. Not only do the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks and hybridization of civilian and military structures in Gaza provide a rationale for military targeting, Epstein emphasized that the IDF has taken numerous mitigation measures to avoid civilian casualties. Requests for comment to the Palestinian Ministry of Health were not returned by press time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c4f575342cf4db909d44 Trump announces Montana 'super range' at midterm rally for Pentagon to test advanced war technology te 2026-10-15T12:20:05.357Z Trump announces Montana 'super range' at midterm rally for Pentagon to test advanced war technology President Donald Trump delivered "a little breaking news" to supporters at a midterm campaign rally in Montana on Wednesday, announcing that the Pentagon would establish a new military "super range" in the state to test cutting-edge weapons and warfare technology. The president said the range would support testing of potential autonomous weapons, space and electronic warfare technology, and supersonic and hypersonic systems, positioning Montana to play a greater role in the development of America's next-generation military capabilities. "I'm pleased to inform you and announce that right here in Montana, the Department of War is going to establish a new super range for testing advanced weapons and technologies," Trump told supporters gathered at Majestic Valley Arena in Kalispell. TRUMP PENTAGON LAUNCHES COMPETITION FOR AMERICA'S NEXT GREAT MILITARY BASE Trump suggested the project had been highly sought after elsewhere in the country. "The rest of our country maybe won't be thrilled because a lot of other people wanted it also," Trump said. The president also credited persistent lobbying from Montana's Republican lawmakers, joking that Sen. Tim Sheehy had repeatedly pressed him to bring the project to the state. "You're getting it, everybody, will you please leave me alone?" Trump quipped. "Leave me alone, Tim. Tim Sheehy would drive me crazy." The announcement places Montana at the center of a proposed military testing initiative involving some of the Pentagon's most sophisticated emerging technologies. Hypersonic weapons, which can travel at least five times the speed of sound, are among the advanced military capabilities under development by the Pentagon, according to the Government Accountability Office. The War Department has also identified autonomous systems and electronic warfare capabilities as areas of strategic importance. ELON MUSK LANDS NEW TRUMP ADMINISTRATION ROLE IN SHAPING FUTURE OF AMERICAN WARFARE Trump did not specify where in Montana the new range would be located, how much the project would cost or when testing operations would begin. "Montana will help ensure the American military always reigned supreme," the president told the crowd. Trump made the announcement during his second campaign rally of the day and third stop on a Western swing aimed at supporting Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections. The president appeared in Montana's 1st Congressional District to campaign for House candidate Aaron Flint and Senate candidate Kurt Alme, after holding a rally in Arizona earlier Wednesday. He also campaigned in Alaska on Tuesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c2ae75342cf4db909d0f Bulltick and ITAM Announce Strategic Alliance to Advance Education in Alternative Investments and Private Markets in Mexico te 2026-10-15T12:10:22.597Z Bulltick and ITAM Announce Strategic Alliance to Advance Education in Alternative Investments and Private Markets in Mexico Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c2a775342cf4db909cf3 Maricopa man faces new DUI charges less than a month after previous arrest te 2026-10-15T12:10:15.194Z Maricopa man faces new DUI charges less than a month after previous arrest A Maricopa man was arrested on suspicion of DUI for the second time in less than a month after police spotted his truck through a Flock camera system, according to a probable cause statement. Police arrested 59-year-old Gregory Picard Oct. 6 after officers received an alert for a white 2004 Toyota Tacoma registered to him. The alert indicated Picard’s driver’s license was suspended following a May DUI, according to the statement. Officers spotted the truck near Sonoran Desert Parkway and Manderas Lane at about 3:47 p.m. and confirmed Picard’s identity.  During the investigation, officers reported finding an unopened shooter of New Amsterdam vodka in the truck’s cupholder and a cap from another New Amsterdam vodka bottle inside the center console. Police said Picard showed signs of impairment during three roadside sobriety tests. He declined to provide a blood sample, so officers obtained a search warrant and had his blood drawn that night.  Picard was booked into the Pinal County Adult Detention Center on charges of driving with a suspended license and three DUI-related counts, including aggravated DUI allegations involving a suspended license and two prior DUI arrests within 84 months, according to the statement. It’s not his first DUI arrest. InMaricopa previously reported his Sept. 16 arrest after police responded to a reported altercation involving a man and a woman. Officers later reported seeing him drive erratically and show signs of impairment. That arrest included allegations of aggravated DUI, disorderly conduct, assault, reckless driving and driving on a suspended license. Picard is scheduled to appear in court Oct. 16. The post Maricopa man faces new DUI charges less than a month after previous arrest appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c2a375342cf4db909ccc Two iconic American baseball equipment companies are now owned by a Chinese company associated with the CCP te 2026-10-15T12:10:11.052Z Two iconic American baseball equipment companies are now owned by a Chinese company associated with the CCP It's the American pastime. It's as American as apple pie. For nearly 200 years, from 20 years before the Civil War, baseball has been associated with the United States. One of our first unique sports, that's been so beloved since its inception that still, even in the modern era, it overwhelmingly leads all domestic sports leagues in total attendance. Baseball has been a unifying force since its inception, leading to some of the most iconic moments in U.S. sports history. Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier and helping pave the way for other integration in domestic sports competitions. Willie Mays' catch in center field at the Polo Grounds. Babe Ruth's "called shot," which became a national legend starting in 1932. MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL HAS A HUGE PROBLEM BREWING FOR THE 2026-2027 OFFSEASON Star baseball players like Ted Williams left the sport in the middle of their careers to join the armed forces in World War II. Lou Gehrig's iconic speech to the Yankee Stadium crowd regarding his ALS diagnosis, "Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth." Yes, the NFL has become the most popular sports league in the country, but nothing inspires the level of regional fan dedication like baseball. Little League is something of a rite of passage for young boys, and virtually every town in America has a baseball field. It'd be reasonable to assume, then, that the iconic companies who supply baseball equipment at both the youth and professional level would be, well, American. It'd be reasonable, yes, but unfortunately, it'd also be inaccurate. And that reality is an unfortunate symptom of a much bigger and broader problem. Two of the most prolific baseball equipment manufacturers, known for over 100 years of making gloves and bats, are Wilson and Louisville Slugger. While many competitors have entered the space in recent years, a look across any baseball field, with children or adults playing, and you'll find Wilson gloves and equipment, and hitters using Louisville Slugger bats. A number of star players, including Ronald Acuna Jr., Kyle Schwarber, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Will Smith, use Louisville Slugger bats. Clayton Kershaw famously used a Wilson glove his entire career. Louisville Slugger was founded in the 1880s, Wilson sporting goods just before the start of World War I. They're American companies, making sporting equipment for the most American of sports. Or at least, they were. Now? Both are owned by a company with deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Seriously. STEPH CURRY SIGNS 10-YEAR DEAL WITH CHINESE BRAND LI-NING, RAISING QUESTIONS ABOUT NBA'S TIES TO CHINA For most of the company's existence, Louisville Slugger was owned and operated by the Hillerich & Bradsby Company, founded in the 1800s to make baseball equipment. In 2015 though, the family-owned business, still in the Hillerich family, was essentially forced to sell. CEO John A. Hillerich IV said at the time that he had effectively no choice because they weren't able to compete with mega, multinational companies that had entered the equipment space with much larger resources. They sold to Wilson, another company that started as a family business before being sold to an international conglomerate. As far back as 1989, Wilson was sold to Amer Sports, a Finnish multinational manufacturer of athletic equipment. But in 2018, Amer itself was purchased by one of the largest athletic companies on earth, Anta Sports. Anta, a Chinese company, then by extension took over control of Wilson and Louisville Slugger. So who is Anta? Well, that's where the symptom of a bigger and broader problem comes into play. Anta is a relatively new business, founded in 1991, with the express goal of becoming the biggest athletic company on earth. Already, they're the third largest such company behind only Nike and Adidas. How'd they get so big, so quickly? The typical story of Chinese businesses: they copied Western companies. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Because manufacturing in China is so much cheaper than other countries, thanks to their poor working conditions and low wages, companies began outsourcing production to Anta, and companies like it, as globalization ramped up in recent decades. And as a BBC story on the company explains, they take advantage by uh, borrowing, "fundamentals of managing the business," as well as design and development techniques. So companies like Nike hire Anta to make their shoes, designed and developed in the United States, in order to save some money, and Anta then copies their designs, manufacturing tolerances, and processes. Sure enough, a few years later, Anta is far outselling Nike in their home market, opening up stores in Los Angeles, and the "saving money" backfires when international sales tank. Anta, with their global ambition to become the dominant company in the athletic space, expanded to buy Amer, and now by extension, controls two of the most iconic American businesses. That's bad enough, but Anta is heavily integrated with the Chinese Communist Party. As just one example, in 2019, the company suspended contract negotiations with the NBA after then-Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey retweeted support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. In 2021, Anta's billionaire owner announced that the company would donate $1.2 billion worth of shares to a "charity." That charity, was, like virtually any large business in China, intimately connected to the CCP. A Forbes report from the time explained it, "As inherently Chinese companies, both ANTA and LiNing will thus likely remain loyal to the CCP's understanding of human rights, especially as their domestic revenues dwarf anything they earn abroad." Does that sound like the type of company that Americans want buying into youth and professional sports? It's easy to wonder how this happened; how did it get to a point where a company indistinguishable from the Chinese government is controlling the manufacturing of equipment used by millions of young and professional athletes. But as is all too often the case, it's a series of inevitable consequences to short-sided thinking. Companies that wanted to cut costs in the 1990s and 2000s by outsourcing to China are now being replaced in one of the world's largest markets by businesses that copied their designs and methodologies. Ultimately harming their bottom line in 2026 and beyond. Nike, in particular, has seen its share price collapse. Smaller family businesses have little hope of vying against well-heeled multinational corporations, who themselves are eventually swallowed up by Chinese outlets able to outcompete on costs and local forcing functions. Anta might be allowing Wilson and Louisville to operate as they did before. But for how long? How many other legendary companies will face a similarly depressing fate? Much like iconic businesses in London, such as Harrods, that are now owned by Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds, American traditions are slowly being swallowed up by companies and countries that often have views antithetical to the US and the West. Given how Major League Baseball celebrated America's 250th anniversary early this year, it's a miracle Anta hasn't pulled Wilson and Louisville out of protest. Maybe we shouldn't give them any ideas. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c2a175342cf4db909cc3 Chinese national accused of poisoning cancer researcher had laptops seized while fleeing U.S.: cops te 2026-10-15T12:10:09.842Z Chinese national accused of poisoning cancer researcher had laptops seized while fleeing U.S.: cops A University of Wyoming student was arrested after police say she tried to poison a colleague, then attempted to flee to China when officers questioned her. Aili Wang, 32, was questioned by campus police after surveillance cameras set up by a coworker experiencing medical symptoms allegedly caught her rinsing his mug with liquid from her own cup on Oct. 1, according to a University of Wyoming police affidavit, which added that she was seen on camera "taking photos and manipulating notebooks." Wang didn't get along with the coworker, who wasn't named in court documents. Surveillance footage allegedly showed Wang searching through the victim's desk; the victim specialized in disease treatment technology, work similar to what she had done in China. COVID SCIENTIST ACCUSED OF USING CHATGPT IN ALLEGED POISONING PLOT AGAINST RIVAL The liquid was identified as acrylamide, a chemical that can "cause a number of health problems, including cancer," according to the American Cancer Society. According to authorities, Wang purchased the chemical through eBay. It was discovered after the victim's wife ran a test on water taken from the coffee maker he used to brew tea. When questioned by campus police on Oct. 5, Wang said she "had not used acrylamide in years," according to court documents. She was arrested one day later on Oct. 6 at Los Angeles International Airport and prosecutors allege she was attempting to return to China, where she is from. CHINESE NATIONAL ARRESTED AT JFK AFTER ALLEGEDLY PHOTOGRAPHING US MILITARY AIRCRAFT AT NEBRASKA BASE When she was arrested, Wang was found with "multiple laptops, multiple portable external digital storage devices, related accessories, physical records and written materials," according to a request from prosecutors to increase her $200,000 bond after being extradited back to Wyoming. Her bond was increased to $1.5 million cash-only. The affidavit states that the victim's work was federally funded research involving "new technology for cancer, neurological and genetic disease treatment," and stated Wang didn't have a reason to be going through his desk. OHIO STATE PAYS $2.1M SETTLEMENT AS IT ADMITS RESEARCHER HAD ‘INAPPROPRIATE FOREIGN AFFILIATIONS’ TO CHINA Mark Gomelsky, a microbiology professor at the University of Wyoming who oversaw both graduate students, told Fox News Digital it has been a "horrifying and surreal experience." He told the Associated Press, "It’s been disheartening, to say the least, to see that one of your student’s life is in jeopardy and another student may be responsible for that." CHINESE RESEARCHER ON US VISA PLEADS GUILTY TO SMUGGLING E. COLI INTO THE COUNTRY "That was one of the worst shocks in my professional career," Gomelsky said. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X According to Gomelsky, the victim is a highly successful student from Vietnam. Gomelsky said Wang did not pass her first dissertation defense and became envious of her colleague's achievement in finding a way to use bacteria to deliver RNA to human cells. PORTLAND TEEN FACES TERRORISM, ATTEMPTED MURDER CHARGES AFTER SCHOOL CAFETERIA CHEMICAL SCARE The professor said the victim suddenly experienced extreme tiredness and an inability to sleep shortly after attending a prestigious conference in August. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Gomelsky said the victim is still experiencing symptoms from the alleged poisoning, which include not being able to focus. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "Acrylamide is a neurotoxin that cannot be neutralized so it stays in neurons and basically kills them. So it’s unclear if he’ll fully recover or not," Gomelsky said. SEND US A TIP The suspect hadn't been doing work in the lab since June as she was working on her dissertation, Gomelsky said. GOT A TIP? Wang was charged with aggravated assault and battery in Wyoming, which carries a prison sentence of up to 10 years and a $10,000 fine. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Tak Sumaya, an assistant professor at the University of Wyoming who helped identify the chemical allegedly used to poison the male victim, said he was working on "a pretty promising cancer therapy method." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL A University of Wyoming spokesman pointed Fox News Digital to a statement from its president. "The university takes matters involving the health and safety of the campus community seriously and remains committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors," University of Wyoming President Shane Reeves said. Fox News Digital reached out to Wang for comment. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c2a075342cf4db909cba Lost piece of Jesus' world emerges after 2,000 years in extraordinary discovery te 2026-10-15T12:10:08.557Z Lost piece of Jesus' world emerges after 2,000 years in extraordinary discovery A 2,000-year-old aqueduct was recently uncovered near Jerusalem — and it likely supplied water used by Jesus and his disciples, according to a biblical scholar. Archaeologists unearthed a roughly 984-foot section of the ancient waterway south of Kibbutz Ramat Rachel — which once carried water from Solomon's Pools near Bethlehem to Jerusalem's Temple Mount. The discovery was announced by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) on Oct. 11, following excavations ahead of a planned residential development. MASSIVE 2,000-YEAR-OLD DISCOVERY FROM TIME OF JESUS EMERGES REMARKABLY INTACT Originally constructed during the Hasmonean period, the aqueduct remained in intermittent use until about a century ago, the IAA said. The waterway relied on gravity to transport water to the Second Temple complex, the center of Jewish religious life at the time, where it was used for ritual purification and cleaning up after sacrifices. The Second Temple complex was also the setting of the biblical account of Jesus cleansing the Temple, during which he overturned the tables of money changers and drove out merchants. The Lower Aqueduct was "probably built in the time of the Hasmonean kings to supply water to Jerusalem," according to excavation directors Benyamin Storchan, Gil Freid and Rotem Cohen of the Israel Antiquities Authority. ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNCOVER 'MYSTERIOUS' ANCIENT TUNNEL NEAR BIBLICAL KINGDOM OF JUDAH SITE IN JERUSALEM "The aqueduct runs about 21 km [13 miles] from Solomon's Pools, south of Bethlehem, to Jerusalem," the directors said in a statement. "Along most of the route, the water flowed along a very gentle gradient, dropping just one meter [3.3 feet] in elevation per kilometer [0.6 miles]." The aqueduct will be preserved and incorporated into the main entrance of the planned residential development, allowing visitors to see the ancient engineering firsthand. UNEXPECTED ANCIENT COMPLEX EMERGES NEAR BIBLICAL CITY LINKED TO JONAH AND ST PETER "The engineering that was required to make this work is really amazing," Douglas Estes, an associate professor of religion at New College of Florida, told Fox News Digital. Estes said the aqueduct's construction reflected Jerusalem's prominence in the ancient world, comparing the significance of such infrastructure to the construction of modern skyscrapers. "The Hasmoneans, Jewish rulers, were building this aqueduct at the same time that the Romans were building their aqueduct that carried water to the Temple of Jupiter on Capitoline Hill," Estes said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "We think of Rome as being the power in the Mediterranean at the time, and we think of Jerusalem as being a small capital of the city-state, but they were actually advancing in technology at the same time and building their aqueducts together." Beyond its impressive engineering, Estes said the discovery also sheds light on religious practices in ancient Jerusalem and their connections to early Christianity. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Estes said the aqueduct's water was used for both practical and religious purposes, including cleaning up after sacrifices and performing purification rituals at the Temple Mount. Estes said he was "confident" that Jesus, his disciples and other early Christians would have used water supplied by the aqueduct, although direct archaeological evidence of their individual use has not been established. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The system, which relied on fresh, or "living" water, also carries symbolic significance for Christians, Estes said. "It brought living water from Bethlehem to the Temple Mount, so that sanctification could take place after sacrifice," Estes said. "For Christians, Jesus is the living water, and therefore … he came from Bethlehem as the living [water] to become the temple, to make the sacrifice of himself for all people." Estes added, "There is a rich symbolism that we see here in this aqueduct." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c29d75342cf4db909cad Elon Musk and Other Donors Pile $94 Million Into House Republican Effort te 2026-10-15T12:10:05.761Z Elon Musk and Other Donors Pile $94 Million Into House Republican Effort The party’s top super PAC for House candidates said it had raised more this summer than ever before in a third quarter, but acknowledged the challenges Republicans were facing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c29b75342cf4db909c91 Amazon’s Bee launches two new personal AI devices, starting at $75 te 2026-10-15T12:10:03.868Z Amazon’s Bee launches two new personal AI devices, starting at $75 Amazon-owned Bee has launched its first new AI devices since its acquisition, including an updated wearable and a credit-card-sized recorder that attaches to smartphones. The devices can summarize conversations, create to-do lists, and integrate with Alexa and Amazon shopping, with prices starting a Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0c05475342cf4db909a35 Bulltick and ITAM Announce Strategic Alliance to Advance Education in Alternative Investments and Private Markets in Mexico te 2026-10-15T12:00:20.916Z Bulltick and ITAM Announce Strategic Alliance to Advance Education in Alternative Investments and Private Markets in Mexico Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b94275342cf4db909334 Georgia voters set early-voting record as midterm elections heat up te 2026-10-15T11:30:10.560Z Georgia voters set early-voting record as midterm elections heat up Over 180,000 Georgians cast their ballots on the first day of early voting on Tuesday, setting a record for midterm elections. Tuesday's total eclipsed the first day of early voting in 2022 by more than 55,000 votes, state election officials say. Georgia's early voting schedule runs through Oct. 30. "This record-breaking turnout proves that voters have confidence in the integrity of our elections," Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said in a statement. "It’s a testament to our strong election system overseen by 159 of the best county election officials in the country." Georgia's contentious U.S. Senate race erupted into a heated confrontation Tuesday night as Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., accused GOP challenger Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., of allowing the dissemination of "neo-Nazi propaganda" inside his own home, prompting Collins to fire back over Ossoff's financial support from a billionaire with ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. MAP IT: DOJ ILLEGAL VOTING CRACKDOWN SWEEPS 17 STATES AS RAZOR-THIN ELECTIONS FACE SCRUTINY The exchange unfolded during the candidates' second and final debate ahead of the Nov. 3 general election, which was hosted by the Atlanta Press Club and broadcast by Georgia Public Broadcasting network. ANTISEMITISM FIGHT EXPLODES IN FLORIDA AS VOTERS HEAD TO THE POLLS: 'POLITICAL POGROM' During the debate, Ossoff sought to tie his GOP opponent to White nationalism and repeatedly demanded that Collins commit to stopping the dissemination of hateful rhetoric involving his campaign staff, in particular Collins' son-in-law, which Ossoff alleged had continued despite blowback. "How weak a person do you have to be to be unable to stop someone under your own roof from disseminating neo-Nazi propaganda while you run for the Senate?" Ossoff asked, referencing reporting about his opponent's son-in-law, David Alan Scheer II, who was the subject of a CNN investigation about sharing Nazi propaganda imagery, promoting antisemitic conspiracy theories and polling his online followers about whether he should produce a video titled, "Why Gen-Z Doesn't Hate Hitler." FORMER HOUSE INTEL LEADER POINTS TO DEM RHETORIC 'ENCOURAGING' VIOLENCE; EIGHTH MAN CHARGED IN UFC TERROR PLOT Meanwhile, Collins accused his Democrat opponent of fueling threats against his family and refusing to return campaign support connected to LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, He also questioned Ossoff over his support for candidates linked to controversial streamer Hasan Piker. ‘MISLEADING VOTERS’: OSSOFF WARNS DONORS HE’S FALLING BEHIND DESPITE LEADING SENATE FUNDRAISING "I'm a little tired of this, Jon," Collins said. "There's a crazy person in jail right now because of your rhetoric," he alleged, before saying he had received another threat just the previous day. "You have not denounced, you've not condemned Reid Hoffman, one of your largest donors out there, one that's been supporting you with over $1 million," Collins shot back. "Why don't you denounce that? Why don't you return that money?" Fox News' Alec Schemmel contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b94175342cf4db90932b Lindsay Clancy holdout explains 'methodical' slayings and more top headlines te 2026-10-15T11:30:09.427Z Lindsay Clancy holdout explains 'methodical' slayings and more top headlines 1. Lindsay Clancy holdout explains 'methodical' slayings 2. Trump unloads on alleged leaker who exposed Iran mission plans 3. Heavy AI use linked to cognitive atrophy, MIT professor argues ON THE HOOK — Feds seize 'Squad' member's phone in raid linked to immigration fraud probe. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b6e675342cf4db9092c7 Bradley Chubb's detailed version of Alaric Jackson punch incident paints Rams lineman as a hothead te 2026-10-15T11:20:06.166Z Bradley Chubb's detailed version of Alaric Jackson punch incident paints Rams lineman as a hothead Alaric Jackson's fateful punch of Bradley Chubb, which has been in the news cycle for multiple days, finally received a firsthand explanation from the man on the receiving end of the blow. On the same day the NFL reduced Jackson's suspension from two games to one, Chubb gave reporters a moment-by-moment account of what happened. And, frankly, Chubb's account paints Jackson as overreacting, if the Buffalo Bills linebacker is to be believed. RAMS OFFENSIVE LINEMAN PUNCHES BILLS LINEBACKER AFTER THRILLING GAME: 'TEMPERS GOT FLARED' Chubb admitted that the highly charged fourth quarter between the Bills and Rams played on everyone's emotions. Chubb said both he and Jackson were "talking junk" to each other and admitted he carries some blame. "I'm not going to say to y'all I don't have any fault in the situation," Chubb admitted. "I'll tell you exactly what I said. I heard I've been talking about his mom and different things. That's not true at all." RAMS TACKLE ALARIC JACKSON WINS APPEAL, WILL MISS JUST ONE GAME FOR PUNCHING BILLS' BRADLEY CHUBB So what's Chubb's truth? "I went up to him, I said, 'Hey, we're gonna see y'all [butt] again,'" Chubb said, "and when we see y'all again, that chip ain't going to save you. That tight end, that guard is not going to save you. That's what I said." So, let's understand the footballspeak here: Chubb claims he warned Jackson that the next time they meet, presumably in the Super Bowl, the Rams tackle won't be helped by Los Angeles running backs chipping Chubb or tight ends and guards helping with double-teams. "And then he said, 'What you say?'" Chubb added. Jackson approached Chubb and got closer. "People said I put my hand in his face," Chubb continued, now backing away from the huddle of reporters to demonstrate how he started counting off things that wouldn't help block him next time. NFL SUSPENDS 49ERS LINEBACKER ONE GAME FOR SIDELINE SCUFFLE THAT INCLUDED HEADBUTT TO SEAHAWKS PLAYER "I said, 'The chip's not going to save you. The guard's not going to ... boom." Chubb said that after the punch he thought about how to respond but obviously decided not to punch back. "There's so many different ways you can react," he said. "Everybody wants you to react a certain way. Everybody wants you to do a certain thing, but it's like, boom. I got to think about where I'm at, what situation I'm in. "My team needs me. They brought me here to play and to be a leader. And I feel like if I would have reacted, if I would have did anything in both of those situations, I'm not doing what they brought me here to do." ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Whether Chubb's account is 100% accurate or not there are things that are not refutable. Jackson swung, thus violating NFL policy. Chubb did not swing which is the reason he's not suspended for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. And while Chubb moves forward, Jackson suffers another black mark on his record because this will be his second NFL suspension. Jackson was suspended in September 2024 for violating the NFL Personal Conduct Policy in connection to an encounter with a woman pertaining to the taping of their intimate relations. And in an unrelated incident on the morning of June 9, 2026, Jackson was arrested after Los Angeles police responded to a domestic disturbance call at his West Hills home late the previous night. Police booked him on suspicion of felony domestic violence and set bail at $50,000. Jackson was never formally charged because the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office assigned the case to a pre-filing diversion program. Officials said the matter remained open and could be reconsidered if new developments emerged. It's unclear if assaulting an opposing player after a football game qualifies as new developments, but it certainly paints Jackson as a hothead. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b49275342cf4db909221 Man claims he went blind after taking Ozempic, shares warning for other users te 2026-10-15T11:10:10.456Z Man claims he went blind after taking Ozempic, shares warning for other users A Maryland man claims that a popular weight-loss drug caused his total vision loss, leaving him legally blind. Todd Engel, 63, was first prescribed Ozempic in 2023 to help manage his diabetes. The GLP-1 medication, which is approved to treat type 2 diabetes, is also commonly prescribed off-label for weight loss. Approximately four months after starting the medication, Engel was diagnosed with NAION (nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy). POPULAR WEIGHT-LOSS DRUGS FACE NUMEROUS LAWSUITS OVER RARE ‘EYE STROKE’ LINKED TO VISION LOSS The condition, in which reduced blood flow damages the optic nerve, can cause sudden and permanent vision loss. "I first noticed it on New Year's Eve, 2024. I had just gotten out of the shower, was getting ready to go to work. And I said to Shelley, ‘I can't see in my right eye. It's totally black. It's totally dark in my right eye,’" Engel told Fox News Digital during an on-camera interview. "I was horrified. I was very, very upset that I couldn't see." DOCTORS REVEAL HIDDEN DANGER FOR SOME OZEMPIC, WEGOVY USERS WITH BRAIN DISORDERS Engel was referred for further testing, including at Johns Hopkins’ Wilmer Eye Institute. He was told he had suffered an "eye stroke," another term used for NAION. "The blood work came back in the normal range for me. My blood pressure was fine. They said, ‘You can go back to work,’" he said. Engel continued taking Ozempic because, according to the family's account, neither he nor his doctors knew of a possible association between semaglutide and NAION. About 10 months later, vision loss suddenly occurred in his left eye. "At that point in time, losing sight in both eyes, there was a tremendous amount of concern," he said. RAPID WEIGHT LOSS ON POPULAR DRUGS COULD ‘STARVE’ THE BRAIN, EXPERT WARNS Doctors told Engel there was no medication or surgical procedure that could restore his vision. Shelley Engel said that medical testing did not identify another common factor beyond Ozempic. Her husband immediately stopped taking the drug after losing vision in his second eye. "I didn't go blind — I had my vision taken from me, which was catastrophic to me and to my family," he said. Engel has filed a lawsuit against Novo Nordisk, the Denmark-based manufacturer of Ozempic, alleging that the company failed to adequately warn patients and doctors about the potential risk of vision loss. WEIGHT-LOSS DRUGS LINKED TO 'OZEMPIC EARS' AND OTHER COSMETIC COMPLAINTS, SURGEONS SAY He is among hundreds of patients currently pursuing legal action against makers of GLP-1 medications, including Ozempic and Wegovy, over claims that the drugs caused NAION. The lawsuits allege that manufacturers failed to provide sufficient warnings about the potential risks, although a causal relationship between the medications and the condition has not been definitively established. At the time of his vision loss, Engel was working for Howard County Highways as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver. He had worked in the field for about 40 years and held a commercial driver's license for nearly as long. "I was extremely mechanically inclined with my hands and in my mind. I can't do that anymore, which is extremely upsetting to me," he said. "People want to be able to retire on their own accord when they want to, not when a medical catastrophic injury such as this ... takes away your livelihood." PEOPLE ON WEIGHT-LOSS DRUGS REPORT FINGERNAILS FALLING OFF AS RESEARCHERS UNCOVER SURPRISING LINK Beyond losing his career, Engel said even ordinary activities he once took for granted have become difficult. An avid reader before his vision loss, Engel said he can no longer read newspapers, magazines or books. Inside his home, he has learned to count steps to help navigate familiar spaces. 7 EVERYDAY MISTAKES COULD BE QUIETLY DAMAGING YOUR VISION, EYE DOCTOR WARNS "I know that coming in from our parking lot, there are 10 steps ... nine going down into our basement, 13 going up into our bedroom." Engel said he now uses a white cane to navigate outside his home and relies on his family for help with everyday activities. His four grandchildren often guide him during family gatherings. "They will take me by my hand and talk to me: ‘Pops, three steps straight. Then we're gonna turn right,’" he said. "For me personally, it's embarrassing. I'm 64 years old. I shouldn't need ... my grandchildren or my wife to help me get from point A to point B." CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES His wife, Shelley Engel, said her husband's vision loss has affected the entire family. "It has completely changed every aspect of our lives," she said. "There is not one piece of our lives that hasn't changed or been touched by this throughout our whole family." For Engel, some of the most painful losses involve the things he can no longer do with the people closest to him. "I will never be able to see my wife's beautiful face again, be able to see children and grandchildren, be able to play ball with them," he said. "And that is very, very upsetting to me." "I wake up in the dark, I go to sleep in the darkness." Engel said that if he had been warned about a possible link between Ozempic and vision loss, he would not have taken the drug. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER "Had I known, had my doctor had any inkling that this could have happened ... I'm sure he would have asked me and I would have said absolutely not," he said. "I will deal with the diabetes .... I refuse to jeopardize my eyes." The Engels said they are speaking publicly in hopes of preventing others from experiencing the same outcome. "Do the research for yourselves to make sure that my catastrophic injuries do not happen to you or anybody else," Engel said. "If we can help one person, then that's a pleasure to Shelley and I." The family's attorney, Jonathan Orent, said the legal team is seeking a warning on the U.S. Ozempic label similar to information provided to patients and doctors in Europe. "It's amazing what just a simple warning can do," he told Fox News Digital. "That's really what this case is about. It's about information." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Novo Nordisk, the Denmark-based company that makes Ozempic, has disputed that the medication causes NAION, stating that the available evidence does not establish a causal relationship between semaglutide and the eye condition. "A causal relationship between GLP-1RAs, including semaglutide, and NAION cannot be confirmed based on the totality of data," Liz Skrbkova, head of U.S. Media and Stakeholder Relations for Novo Nordisk, told Fox News Digital. The company pointed to an analysis of its randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials that found very few confirmed cases of NAION and no increased incidence among patients taking semaglutide. Novo said it continues to monitor NAION as part of its routine drug-safety surveillance. "Novo believes the personal injury lawsuits filed in the U.S. are without merit and we are defending them in court," Skrbkova said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b49175342cf4db909218 Why corporate America needs one playbook for a divided Washington after November te 2026-10-15T11:10:09.558Z Why corporate America needs one playbook for a divided Washington after November Data center companies learned the hard way that winning Washington isn't the same as winning the country. They had the permits, the agencies and a president who warned that towns rejecting them would end up "backwards and poor." Then the neighbors showed up. Next month's midterms set the same trap. Polls show Democrats could sweep Congress, and the temptation in every C-suite would be to mistake a Democratic Congress for a Democratic Washington. Companies avoid that mistake when corporate communications and government affairs leaders work hand in hand. Corporate communications staff know that November's vote won't tell you what stakeholders believe about each issue that comes up in the next two years. Government affairs workers know that Congress' flip doesn't mean President Donald Trump is out of power. DEMOCRATS THINK A BLUE WAVE IS BUILDING. HERE ARE 3 FORCES THAT COULD STOP IT After all, voters sent Republicans packing in 2006, but President George W. Bush still ordered the surge in Iraq two months later and lifted the executive ban on offshore drilling in 2008. President Barack Obama pushed through an immigration order, the Iran nuclear deal and Title IX guidance on gender identity after Republicans took Congress in 2014. And President Joe Biden's Federal Trade Commission kept suing corporations into his final days in office. In each case, congressional power belonged to the president's opponents while the regulatory regime stayed in his hands. And Trump's record shows that he'll use that power. After losing the House in 2018, he did not pivot to the center. He presided over a 35-day government shutdown and then declared a national emergency to fund the border wall. He will make a deal, but on his own terms, and agencies will be his strongest leverage. Any plan that assumes he will spend two years as a quiet lame duck is hoping for a president who has never existed. LEE CARTER: TRUMP CAN STILL GET ATTENTION, CAN HE DISTRACT VOTERS FROM THEIR BILLS? Voters haven't changed sides, either. Voting for Democrats doesn't make voters card-carrying members. The party in the White House has gained House seats just four times in midterm elections since 1900, which means even modest losses are normal. Big losses will be about the most apolitical of all issues: the economy, where the Iran war and tariffs have raised what Americans pay at every gas station and with every grocery order. All of this means that communications and government affairs teams need to think through the stakeholders each group normally tackles alone. Data centers show what happens when they don't. When we studied the industry for Proven Media Solutions' Insider Insights report earlier in October, government affairs teams had spent years winning permits from state and federal agencies and support from elected officials at every level of government. Corporate communications seemed to have been left out of the loop until local communities – passed over for the big important players – played a key role in slowing 40% of data centers that were due to open this year. DATA CENTERS FORGOT THE CONSUMER — AND THAT COULD COST AMERICA THE AI RACE Data centers are the issue du jour, but here are some others that should be considered by both functions at the corporate, division and regional levels once election results are known. Take DEI. Corporations had already long backed off on their most controversial and political aspects with relatively modest pushback, but Trump's early 2025 executive orders put the issue back in the spotlight for months. Government contractors were especially hard hit as words like "equity" were erased from websites – good for contracts but horrible for employee relations, as many felt that diversity had been traded for profit. GOP FRESHMAN FIREBRAND TARGETS GLOBAL CONSULTING GIANT OVER 'PLAINLY ILLEGAL' DEI PRACTICES Should Democrats call some of the large government contractors to testify about these changes, or accuse them publicly of racist behavior, lobbying or behind-the-scenes handshakes won't solve a thing. Corporate communications is going to have to build trust with all stakeholders, especially minority partners, investors and employees – through every possible messenger – before the hearing notice arrives. Or look at immigration, where hotel chains have been under pressure over lodging ICE agents. In January, the General Services Administration removed a Minneapolis-area hotel from federal lodging programs after a Minneapolis-area franchise refused agents rooms. Weeks later, protesters occupied a Manhattan Hilton lobby over the opposite complaint. The chains largely shook off the local controversies, often because they smartly issued statements and then went quiet, but that may be impossible once Congress is involved. It's going to take government affairs relationships with the committees and agencies, combined with corporate communications' read on customers, employees and franchise owners, to navigate these waters. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION That is why the post-election plan needs to be a single playbook, built by both teams, that maps where the company is vulnerable, where it has leverage and which of today's allies could become tomorrow's critics. Government affairs teams know the regulators, agency staff and appointees who will matter no matter who wins. Corporate communications staff know the customers, employees and communities who will judge whatever the company says. A message written for one group will be read by the other, so it has to be the same story every time. Democrats were supposed to be irrelevant after 2004 and 2024, and the GOP likewise after 2012 and 2020 – and, allegedly, 2026. Voters who want more money in their pockets and data centers nowhere near their backyards are not changing parties, and companies that plan as if they were, will be talking to a country that doesn't exist. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM DUSTIN SIGGINS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b49075342cf4db90920f Stepmom says Great Wolf Lodge massacre suspect drained family's 401(k) before pricey weeks-long stay te 2026-10-15T11:10:08.588Z Stepmom says Great Wolf Lodge massacre suspect drained family's 401(k) before pricey weeks-long stay Allegations of a drained 401(k) account and kitchen knives brought from home point to a possible preplanned plot in the stabbing deaths of a Pennsylvania man and his 3-year-old son. Metallica Harrison, 27, is facing charges in the murders of her husband, Charles "Chaz" Harrison, and their young child inside a hotel room at the Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos. April Thetga, the accused murderer's stepmother, told Fox News Digital she is in disbelief and that the tragedy appears to have been deliberately orchestrated in advance. Thetga said Metallica Harrison possibly drained her 401(k) account ahead of the family's three-week stay at the resort. It was not immediately clear if Chaz knew the account was possibly drained. MOM GOES ON ALLEGED STABBING SPREE AGAINST HUSBAND, TODDLER AND 10-MONTH-OLD BABY According to Thetga, the kitchen knives found at the crime scene were brought from the family's modest home in Towanda. "This was definitely preplanned, which is horrifying," Thetga said. TODDLER STABBED IN FACE, SUSPECT PREVIOUSLY DEEMED UNFIT FOR TRIAL IN ATTACKS ON 2 CHILDREN: REPORT A probable cause affidavit states officers discovered those knives, along with blood and medications, inside the Harrisons' hotel room. Police initially responded to a 911 call made by the suspect, who was "suicidal." FORMER CORRECTIONS OFFICER ACCUSED OF KILLING WIFE, FORCING KIDS TO HELP The horrific scene marked the end of the family's three-week stay at the popular resort, where room bookings can range from hundreds of dollars to up to $2,000. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X The extended vacation raised questions about how the working-class couple could afford to foot the bill, as Chaz worked for a cabinetry company in Sayre and Metallica worked in an undisclosed healthcare position, Thetga said. 📩 Send me a story idea: kelsie.cairns@fox.com 📸 Instagram: kelsiecairns_tv 🎥 Facebook: Kelsie Cairns SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS The grieving grandmother expressed deep devastation and anger over the sudden, violent loss of her grandson. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB SEND US A TIP "I want to hear him say 'Grandma April look at me!' I want it back, I need it back. I'm so broken, angry and just don't understand. She just destroyed our whole lives," Thetga said. GOT A TIP? She added that she just wants to hold her grandson again and give him her love, noting that "he didn't deserve this." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Harrison is currently sitting in a Monroe County jail cell with no bond while she awaits her next hearing. Authorities said that the investigation into the murders is active and ongoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0b48f75342cf4db909206 FIRST ON FOX: Wikipedia’s editorial safeguards failed to correct antisemitic content, ADL says te 2026-10-15T11:10:07.503Z FIRST ON FOX: Wikipedia’s editorial safeguards failed to correct antisemitic content, ADL says FIRST ON FOX: More than a year after the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) uncovered a group of at least 30 Wikipedia editors seemingly coordinating to add anti-Israel bias, misleading information and antisemitic narratives, the group says the online encyclopedia has yet to edit or remove much of the concerning content. "We had expected that these editors would be removed. We had expected that their edits would have been reversed. We expected that new policies would have implemented. Almost nothing has changed," ADL CEO and National Director Jonathan Greenblatt told Fox News Digital. In the 2025 report, "Editing for Hate," the ADL raised several issues, including a "coordinated campaign" of manipulation of Wikipedia content related to Israel, Palestine and similar topics. Additionally, the organization said it found pro-Hamas perspectives informing Arabic-language content on those same topics. The group of 30 editors, according to the ADL, were more active than comparable groups "by a factor of at least two." WIKIPEDIA CO-FOUNDER SAYS LEFT'S 'RELENTLESS' TAKEOVER OF MASS MEDIA RUINED THE WEBSITE HE HELPED BUILD Wikipedia's community banned some of the editors from the topic area or from the site entirely following the 2025 report. However, the ADL claims the issues that it flagged were not resolved with the restrictions on those named in its previous report. In its 2026 report, "Damage Done: Wikipedia Leaves Biased Edits Unchecked Despite Editor Bans," the ADL stated that "no banned editor's body of work has been systemically reviewed to determine which edits should be corrected." The organization found that across seven articles reviewed for its 2026 report, six of which are "flagship pages," 91% of a banned editor's edits were still live. "A topic ban is great in theory, but in practice, if you're not doing it, if you aren't really taking action, there's really no ban at all," Greenblatt told Fox News Digital. "It's as if you had an individual who was spraying graffiti on the walls of public buildings. You might arrest that individual, but you don't erase or clean up the graffiti. You still leave it on the public institutions. Like, no one would do that in the real world. I don't know why that is acceptable as a practice on Wikipedia." An account known as Iskandar323, which was part of the group of 30 editors documented in the 2025 report, serves as a case study of what has happened in the time since then. The ADL found that the account had a years-long editing history that showed a notable uptick following Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks in Israel. The account, according to the ADL, made 485 edits across six articles, 225 of which came after the Hamas massacre, including 85 that were made in Oct. 2023. The ADL noted that the six pages that were edited "are among the highest-trafficked English-language Wikipedia entries on the topic." The pages were "Israel," "Gaza war," "October 7 attacks," "Hamas," "Zionism," and "Jews." NEW YORK TIMES ISSUES CORRECTION, DELETES LINE QUESTIONING IF ISRAELIS WERE VICTIMS OF OCT 7 TERROR ATTACK Wikipedia's Arbitration Committee (ArbCom) discussed Iskandar323's conduct in public proceedings. ArbCom found that Iskandar323 "engaged in disruptive behavior in the PIA topic area, including consistently non-neutral editing." The account was given a site ban after continuing to edit topics related to Israel and Palestine despite already being under a topic ban, according to the ADL. Just days after the Oct. 7 attacks, Iskandar323 removed much of the substance of Wikipedia's "Hamas" article, including materials detailing the group's antisemitism, anti-Zionism, use of human shields and child combatants, human rights abuses and more to "a far less-read companion article" titled "Criticism of Hamas."  The ADL said that Iskandar323 left only a "brief generalized reference behind." The organization noted that while nothing had been deleted, the moving of information made it so readers viewing the "Hamas" page would no longer see the material unless they went to a subsequent page. On Nov. 21, 2023, the same account removed around 17,000 characters of text and citations from Wikipedia's "Gaza war" page, according to the ADL. The account deleted a section of the page detailing forensic evidence of violence committed during the Oct. 7 attacks, including decapitation, torture and sexual violence.  Two days later, Iskandar323 removed around 7,400 characters from what remained on the page, including witness accounts from Israeli soldiers and ZAKA, a first-responder organization. "These are not innocuous edits," Greenblatt said. "These are intentional changes designed to drive a narrative, a narrative that number one, demonizes the Jewish state. That, number two, removes all context from terror incidents in general, and specifically, specifically, that sanitizes and launders what happened on October the 7th, the worst, most brutal attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust." The ADL said that the consequences of the biased edits go beyond Wikipedia itself, calling the platform "the foundational infrastructure for the broader online ecosystem." Wikipedia is often favored by search engines, and can be "at or near the top of search results for most substantive queries," according to the ADL. Greenblatt said that "Wikipedia has lost trust" at a crucial time as many Large Language Models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and AI features embedded into other products rely on Wikipedia. ALARMING STUDY FINDS TOP CHATBOTS MORE LIKELY TO REPEAT FALSEHOODS FROM THE LEFT: ‘TRULY ASTONISHING’ Pressure from congressional scrutiny, federal inquiries and Wikipedia's own enforcement following the 2025 report appeared to lead to a significant decrease in coordinated activity among the 30-editor group, according to the ADL. However, the organization acknowledges that while "visible signs of coordination" decreased, it does not necessarily mean that it has stopped. The 2026 report states that the problematic edits are still happening, but through "quieter, subtler techniques." A July 2026 review identified 19 active accounts that have been editing articles related to Israel and Palestine, according to the ADL. The organization said that eight of the editors had avoided sanctions despite being part of the original 30 identified in the 2025 report. These editors are allegedly using subtle techniques, such as undoing other editors' changes, hedging factual claims and rebuilding articles slowly to avoid detection. The other 11 editors have histories with Wikipedia, despite being new to the ADL's documentation. Like those in the group identified by the ADL over a year ago, the records of these editors — some of whom have been editing the site for years — are mostly on articles related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Across the 229 articles where the 19 accounts overlapped, the ADL found that the 11 newly identified editors were "far more active recently" and held the most recent edit on roughly six in 10 pages. "I think the public has come to really appreciate that Wikipedia is, in theory, this source of unbiased information, has kind of integrity to it," Greenblatt told Fox News Digital. "But when Wikipedia is poisoning the public conversation because it is enforcing the intolerance encoded in it by these editors, it's pushing the prejudiced agenda of these anonymous actors, it's no longer an unbiased source of information. It's become, actually, a weapon." Ultimately, the ADL gave a series of recommendations aimed at the Wikimedia Foundation, policymakers, search engines and AI developers, as well as the press and the public. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE The ADL called on the Wikimedia Foundation to strengthen accountability on sensitive pages by privately verifying editors' identities, ending anonymous IP-address editing and requiring vetted editors to resolve disputes. It also urged the Wikimedia Foundation to establish a task force on antisemitic bias modeled after the foundation's 2021 intervention against Holocaust revisionism. For search engines and AI developers, the ADL is asking for more transparency when relying on Wikipedia as a source for an answer, particularly on sensitive topics. The organization also encouraged them to consider editorial caveats based on the topic, update information and develop bias-detection benchmarks. When it comes to policymakers, the ADL would like to see continued oversight hearings on bias and antisemitism on Wikipedia, the creation of a task force to monitor coordinated content manipulation and the development of policy options by academics, technologists, Wikipedians and civil society leaders. The ADL is also calling on the press and the public to recognize that chatbots and AI search summaries may be relying on Wikipedia's framing, even without disclosing that. It also urges individuals and the media to verify citations and quotes on AI-generated answers. Fox News Digital reached out to the Wikimedia Foundation for comment but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0afde75342cf4db909155 Independent wrestling promotion bringing the sport to New Jersey town for first time in over a decade te 2026-10-15T10:50:06.891Z Independent wrestling promotion bringing the sport to New Jersey town for first time in over a decade Independent professional wrestling is one of the last true sports where sports fans can get into an event, meet up-and-coming superstars, see a great show and leave with your shirt on your back. Tickets to shows are usually cheap, promotions – for the most part – try to keep the entertainment family friendly and you might leave with a smile on your face. That’s what it’s all about, right? CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Titan Championship Wrestling, a New Jersey-based wrestling promotion, has made that formula work for several years. On Saturday, the company is bringing the sport back to Spotswood, New Jersey – a town in the central part of the state that hasn’t seen wrestling come through in nearly 11 years. The company will hold Resurrection and feature some of the biggest names on the scene. "This is a great experience for the people of Spotswood or any kind of professional wrestling fan in the area," Titan Championship Wrestling co-promoter Charles DeLutri told OutKick Dropkick in a recent interview. "Wrestling has not been in that area for almost 11 years, and we're happy to bring you not only an unbelievable event, but at the same time, a portion of what we actually do here at Titan Championship Wrestling. "We bring in any kind of sort of entertainment aspect to between the comedy style, the strong style, and the entertaining style to where that it's a fully rounded family experience for anybody to attend." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Former WWE superstar Jay Tha Gawd (formerly known as JTG), Joey Janela and Michael Fain are just some of the names set to appear at the event. DeLutri said he’s known Janela for a long time and has worked with him closely during different points in the business. Jay Tha Gawd has been making a new name for himself on the indie scene as well, appearing in several events in the area recently. Fain is the TCW heavyweight champion, who DeLutri thinks is someone to watch out for on the scene. "Michael Fain has to be one of the biggest up-and-comers out there," he said. "Michael Fain has been grinding with us since almost day one of Titan Championship Wrestling. And what he's done toward that, he's taken that title toward that, it's evolved to a faction called the TBA which was him and his organization tour that he's now called the king of the titans, and he uses that name well." The bell will ring at 7 p.m. ET at the Spotswood Columbian Club. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ad8575342cf4db909104 Woke megachurch pastor, Dem nominee called for repentance over White privilege in wake of George Floyd, BLM te 2026-10-15T10:40:05.027Z Woke megachurch pastor, Dem nominee called for repentance over White privilege in wake of George Floyd, BLM A former pastor and candidate running to make history in deep-red Kansas once suggested that people should repent for their White privilege as protests against the death of George Floyd rippled through the country. During the tumultuous summer of 2020, just days after Floyd’s killing in Minnesota, Adam Hamilton called on his congregation at the Church of the Resurrection to recognize their White privilege and repent. "Like part of what I know is that, is that I grew up in a way that I'm blind to certain things in our society," Hamilton said during a sermon dubbed "Jesus, Protests and Repentance." "I just am. And I have certain benefits by virtue of being educated, White and male, right?" KANSAS DEMOCRAT BEGS KAMALA HARRIS NOT TO CAMPAIGN WITH HIM, ‘PLEASE DO NOT COME TO MY STATE’ "And we don't like to hear that, especially White folks don't like to hear that. But there are benefits that come along with that," he continued. Hamilton is running against Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., in what has become one of the tightest races of this midterm cycle, despite Kansas' near-century-long history of not sending a Democratic candidate to the Senate. "Roger Marshall wants to talk about anything other than his history of suing and jailing mothers and protecting predators by voting against releasing the Epstein Files," Tyson Brody, a spokesperson for Hamilton's campaign, told Fox News Digital. "Once again, he’s attacking Adam for something Roger said himself. Roger’s own pastor called Adam ‘middle of the road.’ Kansans are tired of high gas and grocery prices and ready for a senator who won’t divide us by race, religion, income, or ability to pay a medical bill at 18% interest." Republicans acknowledge that they are facing headwinds going into November’s election, but until recently, the contest between Marshall and Hamilton wasn’t of much concern for the GOP. SCHUMER WARNS OF REPUBLICAN ADVANTAGE THAT COULD CHANGE THE BATTLE FOR SENATE CONTROL Now, the race has taken a turn and been rated a toss-up by the Cook Political Report as voters fume over the cost of fuel, groceries and other economic pain. In response, national Republicans are beginning to dump more resources into the contest to ensure that they maintain the seat. Throughout the race, Marshall has largely aligned himself with President Donald Trump, only rarely breaking from the administration on certain decisions — last month he called for more advance notice and cooperation between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Kansas government after federal immigration agents descended on the southern part of the state. Marshall has painted Hamilton as a "woke" megachurch pastor, delivering left-leaning ideals from the pulpit. 'JESUS WAS A RADICAL': PROGRESSIVES INVOKE CHRIST TO SELL LEFT-WING AGENDA ON CAMPAIGN TRAIL So has an outside group based in Massachusetts, the Main Street Fund, which ran an ad in Kansas that spliced portions of two different sermons and charged that Hamilton was "way too woke for Kansas," shortly after Hamilton won his primary, The Kansas City Star reported. During the sermon from June 2020 amid the Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests, Hamilton pushed back against rioting and looting, and argued that while the BLM movement was the focal point at the time, all lives matters.  "Of course all lives matter," Hamilton said. "Everybody understands white lives matter, blue lives matter."  Hamilton continued in his sermon posted on the church’s YouTube page in June 2020 amid the Black Lives Matter protests, "When I'm stopped by the police, I'm never afraid that they're gonna pull a gun on me." "But every African American man that I know is worried about what might happen when a police pull him over," Hamilton said at the time. "It's not that all the police are bad, they're gonna do something like that, but there's this fear underneath there. And so the hands go on the steering wheel at 10 and 2. They've been taught that from the time they were children. Right?" "I wasn't taught that, because I don't have to be afraid of that. Right? And there's a whole host of other things that are just a part of life. You know, I can ... well, you get the idea. There are benefits and privileges to my place in life. I have to recognize that," he continued. "To see that. And then I have to listen. I have to listen and understand, and finally be able to see the brokenness in myself, and my indifference. Before I can do anything to help anyone else, I have to have a conversion. I have to repent." And Marshall, who was running for his first term in the Senate at the time, struck a similar somber tone as Hamilton six years ago.  In various posts to social media and interviews with local outlets, Marshall condemned Floyd's slaying and pushed for reforms that would ensure what happened in Minnesota and to federal Protective Services Officer Patrick Underwood, who was killed in a drive-by shooting just days after Floyd's death.  "Additionally, Republicans called on Congressional Democrats to work across the aisle to make sure that what happened to George Floyd and Patrick Underwood never happens again, and significant bipartisan reform can be passed," Marshall said on Facebook following a House Judiciary hearing on police practices and law enforcement accountability. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0ab3775342cf4db9090cd Gather in the Bluegrass This Holiday Season te 2026-10-15T10:30:15.700Z Gather in the Bluegrass This Holiday Season (StatePoint) The holiday season is fast approaching. Families of all varieties are asking two questions: “Where do we meet?” and “What do we do when we get there?” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a68275342cf4db908f8a Most dramatic moments from Rep Mike Lawler's fiery debate against Dem Cait Conley in battle for House control te 2026-10-15T10:10:10.583Z Most dramatic moments from Rep Mike Lawler's fiery debate against Dem Cait Conley in battle for House control Tensions flared on the debate stage Wednesday night, where Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., faced off against Democrat military veteran Cait Conley to represent their suburban New York district in Congress. Lawler is vying for a third term representing the Empire State's 17th Congressional District. One of the few swing seats left in Congress, the race could prove decisive for which party controls the House of Representatives for the latter half of President Donald Trump's term. Below are some of the most dramatic moments during their one-hour head-to-head on PIX11 News: HOW ONE NYC SUBURB COULD DECIDE WHICH PARTY CONTROLS THE HOUSE While the debate was filled with the two political rivals criticizing each other, one tense moment came when Lawler turned his ire on moderator Dan Mannarino. Mannarino had asked both Conley and Lawler what should be done to rein in Immigration and U.S. Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents who run afoul of their own guidelines, invoking the recent shooting of an illegal immigrant in the Bronx by federal officers while the man's five-year-old was in the car. Lawler pointed to the man's rap sheet and accused Democrat state leaders of creating the situation with their sanctuary policies and Gov. Kathy Hochul's recent bail reforms. He also accused Conley of supporting those policies. The moderator began, "Mr. Lawler, I just want to follow up. The question was, how do you ensure if ICE agents do not follow through objectives, and what's the discipline —" "I understand the question," Lawler said amid the cross-talk. PROTESTS ERUPT IN THE BRONX AFTER ICE AGENT SHOOTS MAN DURING IMMIGRATION OPERATION "But you didn't answer the question," Mannarino said. "I understand the question. But here's the problem, Danny," Lawler shot back. "You guys want to focus on a gangbanger who has put people in harm's way? I want to make sure that our communities are safe." ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT ACCUSED OF MURDERING COLLEGE STUDENT DIALS INTO HEARING FROM HOSPITAL BED The GOP incumbent notably used the immigration standoff to pivot to the case of Sheridan Gorman, a teen from his district who was shot and killed near her college campus in Chicago earlier this year. The accused is an illegal immigrant who was previously arrested for shoplifting but was never turned over to ICE due to Chicago's sanctuary policies. Conley called Gorman's death an "atrocious crime," while Lawler repeatedly said over her, "It was preventable." SHERIDAN GORMAN’S MOM SCORCHES DEM LAWMAKERS SHE SAYS REFUSED TO HEAR FAMILIES OF SLAIN AMERICANS "Can I finish?" an irate Conley shot back. "It was an atrocious crime committed in Chicago. And that man should have been deported. And I do support federal agents and federal law enforcement, federal immigration enforcement, making sure that we deport violent criminals." Lawler then pointed out, however, that the man would only have been deported if the sanctuary laws were not in place — laws he has repeatedly accused Conley of supporting along with her fellow Democrats. "This is important," Lawler began as the moderator tried to regain control. "If you think he should have been deported when he was arrested for shoplifting, he should have been turned over to ICE. Under the new law that you support, he will not be turned over to ICE and he will be released under cashless bail." "Mr. Lawler, there's not a cross-examination round, so thank you," the moderator said. Conley quipped at her GOP rival, "If you wanted to be the moderator, you should have volunteered." At another point, the candidates were asked whether there should be a federal definition or law for consent to help stop sexual assault. Conley took the moment to attack Lawler for being allied with Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, a fellow House Republican who has been accused of domestic violence by his wife. Miller has denied the allegations. Lawler said their matter was "tragic' and should be dealt with in family court without blaming either side. He then accused Conley of taking money from former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer, who was revealed to be a client in a 2008 federal probe into a prostitution ring. Spitzer was never criminally prosecuted and resigned from his governorship amid the scandal. "I'm sorry. I do not need — I do not need you to mansplain to me, domestic abuse and sexual assault against women," Conley snapped. "Don't start. I do not need you to mansplain to me, Mike." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a68175342cf4db908f81 Best foods for reducing dangerous belly fat and protecting heart health te 2026-10-15T10:10:09.550Z Best foods for reducing dangerous belly fat and protecting heart health Incorporating a few nutritious staples into the diet can help reduce belly fat and, in turn, lead to underlying health benefits. A surplus of fat around the stomach area can be an indication of visceral fat, which lies deep inside the abdomen and is linked to multiple health issues. Overweight individuals with excess fat around their midsections tend to be at greater risk for heart attacks and strokes, Dr. Michael Aziz, an internist based in New York City, told Fox News Digital. WANT TO DODGE THE FLU THIS YEAR? EAT THESE SECRET-WEAPON IMMUNITY-BOOSTING FOODS Genetics certainly contribute to obesity, Aziz acknowledged, but people can change their "genetic destiny" by making healthy choices such as eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly. Here are Aziz's recommendations for foods that can help beat belly fat and facilitate a healthier lifestyle. Sources of lean protein such as chicken breasts and eggs are low in calories but still satisfying. Some studies have shown that following high-protein diets can help burn extra calories, Aziz said, but consuming too much protein can increase the risk of kidney stones, heart attacks and strokes. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "In general, red meats, such as beef, pork and lamb, have more saturated fat than skinless chicken, fish and plant proteins," according to the American Heart Association. "Saturated fats can raise your blood cholesterol and increase your risk of heart disease." Edamame, tempeh and tofu are great meat-free options that still pack a lot of protein, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. Those trying to lose belly fat should load up their plates with vegetables that are low in calories and full of fiber, Aziz said. Lettuce and salads are usually smart choices, and adding lean protein and healthy fats can make for a well-rounded, satisfying meal. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Aziz also recommends eating anti-inflammatory fruits that are low in sugar, such as berries. Harvard Medical School lists apples, citrus fruits and stone fruits (like cherries and peaches) as other anti-inflammatory options, highlighting their vitamin C and fiber content. "Fat is a very important factor in making us lose weight," Aziz told Fox News Digital. "For decades, we were told to avoid fats and to follow a low-fat diet, but many fats are good for us." He recommends eating a bit of fat with each meal in order to feel more satisfied while eating less. Monounsaturated fats can promote a feeling of fullness and are found in foods like olive oil, avocados, walnuts, butter and cheese. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Hydration is important, too, and Aziz recommends that those trying to lose belly fat drink lots of water, adding that they can also incorporate green tea and coffee into their diets, in moderation, as caffeine can help boost metabolism. Avoiding refined carbohydrates and sugar will help, too, Aziz said, as they can raise cholesterol and don't keep people feeling full for very long. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a68075342cf4db908f78 Christa Pike is back behind bars after botched execution, but her ultimate sentence faces a new test te 2026-10-15T10:10:08.414Z Christa Pike is back behind bars after botched execution, but her ultimate sentence faces a new test If Christa Pike's recovery from two doses of the lethal injection drug pentobarbital has left her mentally impaired, she could be spared from her death sentence, according to a leading expert on capital punishment in the United States. "Her attorney stated that she still seems a little confused about things and is not clear on, doesn't have a clear memory of what happened to her," said Fordham Law Professor Deborah Denno, a leading expert on capital punishment. "If that continues, that it could be very difficult for the state to execute her for that reason alone. In other words, you have to understand why you're getting a punishment and also connect that to whatever crime you committed." She added, "we also don't execute people who have intellectual disabilities." CHRISTA PIKE'S FIRST WORDS REVEALED AFTER SHE UNEXPECTEDLY WOKE UP WHILE LAWYERS THOUGHT SHE WAS 'BRAIN DEAD' Courts have barred executions of intellectually disabled inmates as well as prisoners whose cognitive impairments leave them unable to understand why they are being executed, Denno told Fox News Digital, pointing to a 2019 Supreme Court ruling involving an inmate with dementia who could not remember their crime. Pike was scheduled to be put to death on Sept. 30 after the Supreme Court vacated a last-minute stay. She was convicted and sentenced to death for the 1995 torture and murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer in Knoxville, a classmate she knew from a vocational school called the Jobs Corps Center. FORMER KNOXVILLE POLICE CHIEF SAYS INVESTIGATORS ARE STILL HAUNTED BY COLLEEN SLEMMER'S MURDER 31 YEARS LATER Now, her fate is unclear. There are a few options, but state officials have not yet publicly announced their plans. One option is that Gov. Bill Lee could commute her sentence to life in prison without the possibility of parole. He's already put a moratorium on executions in the state for at least the rest of the year. But even so, Denno said a commutation from the governor is a long shot. LAWYERS, EXPERTS URGE TENNESSEE GOVERNOR TO COMMUTE CHRISTA PIKE’S SENTENCE AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X If state officials seek another death warrant, that would likely face another court battle, she said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "It could go up to the Tennessee Supreme Court, could make that decision of whether she's going to get life in prison or whether there's going to be another execution or attempted execution," she said. "If there's going to be another attempt at an execution, that could go several ways as well." TENNESSEE PRISON CHIEF RESIGNS AFTER FAILED EXECUTION AS FORMER US ATTORNEY TAPPED TO LEAD INDEPENDENT REVIEW SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS One potential argument from Pike's lawyers could be a double jeopardy claim, Denno said. GOT A TIP? "In other words, that she has already received the state's punishment — from A to Z, they injected the drugs, she received the drug, they did everything they needed to do to actually execute someone — and she just simply didn't happen to die," Denno said. "But that's on the state and how they chose to do this — or their incompetence." 911 OPERATORS QUESTIONED WHETHER CHRISTA PIKE FAILED EXECUTION CALL WAS PRANK, AUDIO REVEALS LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST That argument would need to be tested in court, and if it fails, the next question is what kind of execution would she face the next time around? GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "Are you gonna try to use lethal injection again? I think her attorneys have the best argument we've ever seen that that was cruel and unusual, in which case Christa Pike did ask for two other potential methods of execution: hanging and the firing squad," Denno said. "So they could go in that direction." FORT HOOD SHOOTER'S FIRING SQUAD COULD USHER IN NEW ERA OF EXECUTIONS ACROSS US, EXPERT SAYS In the meantime, Pike has been released from the hospital and is back in prison after what her attorneys described as a "remarkable" physical recovery. She is the only known person to survive a lethal injection attempt in the modern era. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a67f75342cf4db908f6f This sparsely populated red state quietly climbed to the top of America's financial rankings te 2026-10-15T10:10:07.073Z This sparsely populated red state quietly climbed to the top of America's financial rankings Of the 50 U.S. states, 24 don't have enough money to cover their bills. Meanwhile, one under-the-radar red state stands apart from the rest, according to a new analysis of state finances. North Dakota ranked No. 1 in Truth in Accounting's 2026 Financial State of the States report, ending fiscal year 2025 with $21 billion more than it needed to pay the state's bills. That financial cushion gave North Dakota the highest "Taxpayer Surplus" in the country at $72,300. The taxpayer surplus figure does not mean that the state's residents receive that amount of money back in their pockets at the end of the year — rather it represents each taxpayer's share of the state's surplus under the group's methodology. The divide between the states with surplus versus those with burden matters especially when the economy weakens. States with stronger balance sheets have more room to weather downturns, maintain public services and meet retirement obligations, while states carrying large unfunded debts can face tougher choices over taxes, spending and borrowing when revenues fall. THINK YOUR STATE IS EXPENSIVE? NEW DATA REVEALS WHERE AMERICANS FACE THE HIGHEST COST-OF-LIVING North Dakota's financial position was bolstered by its Legacy Fund, a state investment fund built with oil tax revenue. Although oil, gas and coal tax revenues declined amid lower energy prices, strong investment earnings and federal grant revenue helped offset the drop, according to the report. North Dakota was followed in the rankings by Alaska, Wyoming, Utah and Tennessee. The five states all had taxpayer surpluses ranging from $11,400 in Tennessee to topping out in North Dakota with $72,300. Those handful of state's financial position stands in sharp contrast to nearly half the country. The report found that 24 states did not have enough available assets to cover their financial obligations. New Jersey ranked last, with a $162.3 billion shortfall. Truth in Accounting translates that gap into a $45,800 "Taxpayer Burden," the highest in the country. Connecticut ranked 49th, followed by Illinois, Massachusetts and California. The bottom five states had taxpayer burdens ranging from $16,000 in California to $45,800 in New Jersey. THE RED STATES CHARGING AHEAD WITH AMERICA'S WEALTH AS RIVALS WATCH BILLIONS SLIP AWAY Long-term retirement obligations are a major source of pressure on state finances. Across the country, states had $775 billion in unfunded pension liabilities and $490 billion in unfunded retiree health care obligations in fiscal 2025, according to the report. Despite those shortfalls, most states improved financially in 2025. Strong investment returns boosted pension assets and helped reduce unfunded pension obligations, though Truth in Accounting cautioned that those gains can reverse when markets fall. AN OVERLOOKED RED STATE QUIETLY BUILT ONE OF AMERICA’S MOST COMPETITIVE TAX SYSTEMS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a67d75342cf4db908f66 'Heartbroken' Washington state superintendent says no consequences for girls who protested transgender runner te 2026-10-15T10:10:05.936Z 'Heartbroken' Washington state superintendent says no consequences for girls who protested transgender runner For one question, Camas School District superintendent John Anzalone chose not to answer as an administrator, but rather a father. He has been navigating what may be the most contentious, controversial sports story in the country right now and understands the angst it has caused numerous teenagers. That angst came to a head Tuesday when about a dozen runners from the Camas High School girls cross country team walked off the starting line when the gun went off in their race against Battle Ground, a fellow Washington state school. Why? They were protesting their male teammate competing against the females. WASHINGTON GIRLS WALK OFF CROSS COUNTRY MEET IN PROTEST OF MALE ATHLETE, PARENTS REVEAL HOW IT CAME TO THIS Last month, a Camas sophomore switched to the girls team midseason after finishing 76th in a boys race. He has since won a varsity meet and placed second in two others. Unsurprisingly, this has ballooned into a national story with teammates and opponents staging protests. Anzalone didn't take a side on the issue, but he empathizes with the students' plight. "It's always hard to see when students are upset, let alone our families. And I know this issue has polarized our country for a long time, and this has probably added to that, right," Anzalone said. "And so, as a dad, it's always hard to see your own kids or any kids in the middle of something like this. And that's probably been the most heartbreaking for me, is to see certain students really kind of in the middle of this, right? They're kids. So that's been challenging, and that's always gonna be hard." It's hard to know exactly how Anzalone or anyone involved with the school feels about the biological male competing in these meets after starting the year with the boys. They have been either neutral (Anzalone) or mute (the coaching staff) when asked about the topic. But at a meet in Arlington, Washington, last Saturday, numerous parents made their disapproval clear. And increasingly, the athletes are doing the same. This isn't an easy thing to do. Despite most of the country supporting the separation of biological males and females in sports, the vocal minority can be vicious. A parent last week told me he didn't want to talk because "I don't want my house burned down," while one girl who protested last month said some of her friends stopped acknowledging her. DAD BANNED FROM SCHOOL GROUNDS AFTER PROTESTING TRANS RUNNER COMPETING AGAINST HIS DAUGHTER But Anzalone wanted to make clear that there will not be consequences for the Camas girls who walked off the line Tuesday. "The girls are entitled to handle this however is best for them, and I was at the meet and it was peacefully done. And of course, we'll support whatever they want to do," Anzalone said. "I felt that this wasn't just about supporting and protecting (the male runner). This was really about supporting and providing that space for the girls who did walk off to do so and not feel any repercussions. And of course, some of them looked very sad. I think some of them were very conflicted. But they're also teenagers. They're still children." Next on the Camas cross country schedule is the Greater St. Helen's League district meet on Oct. 21. A parent of one of the Camas runners who protested Tuesday said she isn't sure how the girls will proceed. But the district meet allows for only seven varsity runners from each team, meaning the male runner will very likely displace one of his female teammates. Anzalone said there will be no action taken to prevent such a scenario. WASHINGTON OFFICIALS WON'T BUDGE ON TRANS ATHLETE POLICY AFTER GIRL FILES SCOTUS APPEAL FOR ALLEGED ASSAULT "As long as WIAA policy allows (the biological male) to run, and she's eligible to run, she'll continue running. Nothing's changed," Anzalone said. "We don't make political stances as a school district. We just won't, and we can't. And so, as long as the policy stands, we're going to follow the policy." The male runner's midseason switch violated no rules. Under Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) policy, students are permitted to compete on teams consistent with their gender identity. This could change soon, though. On the November 3 ballot in Washington is Initiative 638, which would require students in K-12 sports to compete on teams corresponding to their biological sex. A spokesperson for Let's Go Washington — the group behind the initiative — said the measure would take effect 30 days after the November 3 election (although delays in certifying the results could push back that timeline.) Cross country season would be over by then, but I-638 would prevent similar situations from arising in the future. Anzalone said Camas would comply with whatever rules are in place. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "I'm at a point where I have to stand by policy and by law," he said. "And like I said earlier, if those change or go in a different direction, we'll follow that." The Camas School District issued its own statement on the matter Wednesday. "Camas School District recognizes that students and community members hold differing views about athletic eligibility and have the right to express those views peacefully. Our responsibility is to ensure that school-sponsored events remain safe and respectful for all participants, staff, and spectators. As a Washington public school district and member of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA), Camas follows applicable state law and WIAA eligibility rules. RCW 28A.642 prohibits discrimination in public schools based on gender identity and gender expression, and current WIAA rules permit students to participate in athletics consistent with their gender identity. The district does not set these eligibility standards independently. We will continue to prioritize student safety, privacy, and well-being. We do not discuss individual students' eligibility, personal circumstances, or potential disciplinary matters." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a42675342cf4db908efc Warriors star Kristaps Porzingis addresses 'internet doctors' amid health absence: 'I don't have HIV or AIDS' te 2026-10-15T10:00:06.632Z Warriors star Kristaps Porzingis addresses 'internet doctors' amid health absence: 'I don't have HIV or AIDS' Kristaps Porzingis appreciates the support from NBA fans, as the Golden State Warriors big man is out indefinitely due to an undisclosed health matter. However, he took time to call out trolls on social media who have tried to speculate that he has contracted HIV or AIDS. Porzingis has not been with the Warriors throughout training camp, and with the regular season beginning next week, many are wondering what exactly the veteran is dealing with that remains such a mystery. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE While he didn’t disclose what he was going through, Porzingis took time to address the matter of his absence on social media. "Hello people, I’m working with doctors and experts to figure out how to be fully back to good health asap. Honestly, I’m getting better and better," he wrote on X. "I just have to stay patient, and I believe I’ll be feeling great again soon. "It has definitely been frustrating dealing with some health stuff that you can’t exactly pinpoint, on top of injuries throughout my career, so it has added up for sure, but we will get through it. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "Health is wealth. Thank you for all the support." After sharing that message, Porzingis made sure to add that the "internet doctors" could calm down. "I appreciate all the internet doctors trying to diagnose and help, but I’m in the best hands," he wrote. "So everyone can relax now and I don’t have HIV or AIDS." Porzingis signed a $40 million extension with the Warriors this offseason, and Golden State was aware that he was dealing with a health matter. Only $3 million of the $20 million he is owed for this upcoming season is guaranteed. It was two seasons ago when Porzingis had an upper respiratory virus during his time with the Boston Celtics, and he has alluded to that having a lingering effect on his ability to consistently be on the court. Last season, Porzingis only played 34 games with the Atlanta Hawks and Warriors. He has been in contact with Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, who is returning this season despite speculation that he might move on given his contract situation, and Rick Celebrini, the Warriors’ director of sports medicine and performance. Until Porzingis wants to discuss what he’s actually dealing with, the speculation will continue. But he’s trying to quiet some of the noise as he continues working to get back with the Warriors. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a1d775342cf4db908ebf 4 Tips to Build a Happy and Healthy Holiday Spread te 2026-10-15T09:50:15.144Z 4 Tips to Build a Happy and Healthy Holiday Spread (StatePoint) The holiday season is filled with special gatherings, beloved traditions and all kinds of delicious food. Whether you’re hosting an intimate get-together or a house full of family and friends, a few thoughtful touches can help you create a… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0a1d575342cf4db908eb6 4 Tips to Build a Happy and Healthy Holiday Spread te 2026-10-15T09:50:13.844Z 4 Tips to Build a Happy and Healthy Holiday Spread Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0987275342cf4db908cdf MARK HALPERIN: Republicans are bracing for a wipeout. Here's who they'll blame if it happens te 2026-10-15T09:10:10.274Z MARK HALPERIN: Republicans are bracing for a wipeout. Here's who they'll blame if it happens The political strategists I have known in my career are among the smartest, most interesting, most knowledgeable, and most impressive people I have ever met. They are also capable of more white-hot animus for other people than anyone I have ever met. And I am not talking about Democrats hating Republicans, or vice versa. That is frequently a manageable relationship. Sometimes they even share a corporate client. BATTLEGROUND REPUBLICANS BREAK WITH TRUMP ON KEY ISSUES IN FINAL MIDTERM SPRINT The disgust to which I refer is intraparty. That is when the hatred becomes unmatched by all other human relationships. More than Glinda felt pure, unadulterated loathing for Elphaba at the beginning of "Wicked." More than a tenant despises her cruel and unusual landlord. More than the Red Sox detest the Yankees. These folks are experts at circular firing squads and shooting off bazookas inside the tent. Most political strategists detest two things: losing campaigns and losing money. The pair is connected. An election defeat can cost you your next client. Being blamed for an election defeat can cost you several. There is, therefore, a substantial professional incentive to establish that the catastrophe was foreseeable, preventable, and definitely somebody else’s doing. With a few weeks to go before Election Day, Democratic strategists are feeling good or great, while Republicans range from uneasy and determined to absolutely horrible. The latter have begun rehearsing their recriminations with select audiences. Some of those audiences are reporters. MIDTERM HISTORY MASSIVELY FAVORS DEMOCRATS. BUT THEY ARE MAKING A BIG MISTAKE The Democrats will not need a lengthy warm-up period if the election disappoints. There are two parallel campaigns underway: the one to win the election and the one to win the argument about why it was lost. LEE CARTER: TRUMP CAN STILL GET ATTENTION, CAN HE DISTRACT VOTERS FROM THEIR BILLS? On the Republican side, the simplest argument is also the hardest to refute. One man controls the party, and his name is Trump. His advisers can recommend a message, a schedule, a spending plan, or a period of blessed silence. They cannot guarantee delivery. A Republican wipeout would thus produce a comprehensive Trump indictment: his unpopularity, his indiscipline, his economic decisions, his foreign entanglements, his family’s enrichment, and his apparently inexhaustible interest in attaching his name to things. Trump’s cheerleading for AI and data centers is hurting Republicans, too, alienating voters who see higher electric bills and threats to their jobs where he sees a glorious future. The defense of the staff will be that they could not control him. The prosecution’s response will be that taking responsibility for the consequences of not managing him properly was rather prominently included in the job description. FOX NEWS POLL: SQUEEZED BY COSTS, FRUSTRATED VOTERS TURN TO THE DEMOCRATS There had been a plausible Republican case for optimism late last year. Democrats were divided, the Senate map was favorable, the novel mid-decade redistricting plan seemed to be working, and Republicans could hope voters would tolerate an economic mixed bag if the promised benefits began arriving. Instead, a voter worried about groceries sees a president worried about building names. A family falling behind on retirement savings hears about a ballroom. A young adult unable to afford a house watches the president’s family make deals. IT’S NOT THE ECONOMY, STUPID. AMERICANS VOTE BASED ON THEIR PERSONAL ECONOMY Each story supplies the caption for the next one. The political damage requires voters to conclude that the president is spending more time on his surroundings than on theirs. "Why is he focused on a Washington arts building instead of my wallet?" is a question no Republican media buyer can answer with another video invoking Zohran Mamdani or AOC. The Iran conflict compounds the problem: higher energy costs, another foreign war that seems to be taking forever, and a president who campaigned on avoiding precisely that sort of entanglement. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune will face a related accusation: that congressional Republicans produced too little voters could feel, understand, or remember. A legislative accomplishment that requires a staff briefing to appreciate is difficult to sell in a 30-second spot. ONE MONTHLY BILL AMERICANS CAN’T AVOID IS QUIETLY SURGING THANKS TO EMERGING INDUSTRY: DATA Republicans have money. What they have lacked is a national message persuasive enough to make that money work. The consultants will say the committees commissioned stale spots and recycled attacks, and started airing them too late. If the spots fail, the people who approved them will explain that testing showed they worked. The people who opposed them will explain that they always knew the testing was wrong. The turnout people will be asked why they could not bring Trump-only voters back for an election without Trump on the ballot. The candidate recruiters will be asked why loyalty at times outranked electability. Individual candidates will be blamed for hugging him too tightly or abandoning him too quickly. Some may achieve the distinction of being blamed for both. FOX NEWS POWER RANKINGS: AS THE HOUSE FALLS, THE SENATE STAYS IN PLAY And the media will occupy its customary place in the Republican explanation: burying accomplishments, magnifying liabilities, and making every Republican candidate answer for Trump. The Democratic version will be less centered on one man and considerably more crowded. Suppose Democrats barely take the House and fail to win the Senate. What might once have been celebrated as a successful midterm could become an indictment of a party that persuaded itself it was entitled to a much bigger one. Once a wave becomes the assumed outcome, every seat it fails to wash ashore becomes evidence of malpractice. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will be accused of weak leadership. The progressives will say the party offered voters too little to get excited about. The moderates will say the progressives offered Republicans entirely too much to get excited about. Strategists who made Trump the central issue will be accused of neglecting household costs. Strategists who emphasized household costs will be accused of failing to make voters understand the full danger of Trump. Republican billionaires will be accused of buying the final weeks, and their Democratic counterparts will be blamed for sitting on their wallets. The Democratic media complaint will be the inverse of the Republican one: Trump was normalized and his opponents held to a higher standard. There is no neutral after-action report when the authors are competing for the next contract. That does not make the recriminations worthless. Sometimes the angriest person understands the failure best. Political strategists are very good at spotting other political strategists’ mistakes. They are less consistent about spotting their own. By the time the returns are in, both sides will have ready explanations, supporting anecdotes, and witnesses who remember being ignored. The only thing they will not have is enough blame for themselves. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM MARK HALPERIN Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0987175342cf4db908cd6 MORNING GLORY: The polls got Michigan badly wrong. Now Democrats may face a bigger reckoning te 2026-10-15T09:10:09.414Z MORNING GLORY: The polls got Michigan badly wrong. Now Democrats may face a bigger reckoning The nationwide duel for the Senate is going on in the dark because polling this year has produced a series of spectacular busts, especially in Michigan, where polls on the primary battle between Democrats Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens posted double-digit lead after double-digit lead for El-Sayed. In fact, El-Sayed won by 1% — not the 10%-18% that had been predicted. It turns out those polls may have suppressed voter turnout and encouraged some Stevens voters to stay home. It is doubtful anyone following the news will stay home in Michigan in the general election. El-Sayed is — at best! — an Islamist apologist. He cannot own his past statements or campaign rhetoric. He refuses to discuss his most prominent supporter in the primary: far-left streamer and YouTube personality Hasan Piker, who is part crazy and part extremist. Piker carried El-Sayed over the finish line in the primary, but now voters are supposed to accept El-Sayed’s deflections when questioned about him. HISTORIC NEWSPAPER GIVES EL-SAYED A SAVAGE REBUKE FOR HIDING HIS PAST WHILE ENDORSING HIS OPPONENT El-Sayed is a radical. He’s done very little to hide his antipathy toward America’s ally Israel, going so far as to equate Israel with the Islamic Republic of Iran. Iran has, of course, been at war with the United States since its revolution in 1979. That regime is responsible for the deaths of more than a thousand Americans, whether blown up at the U.S. Embassy or the Marine Corps barracks in Beirut in 1983 by Iran’s proxy in Lebanon, Hezbollah, or this past weekend, when another American was killed by another Iranian proxy, the Houthis, via a Houthi missile attack on the international airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Still, El-Sayed cannot simply declare that Israel is our ally and Iran is our enemy. That should tell everyone all they need to know about El-Sayed and cost him on November 3. EL-SAYED TRIES TO MAKE PEACE WITH JEWISH DEMOCRATS BUT DRAWS LINE AT DUMPING HASAN PIKER All across the country, Democrats have nominated candidates from the fringe, from El-Sayed in Michigan to James Talarico in Texas, Peggy Flanagan in Minnesota and Troy Jackson in Maine. It’s as though the Democratic National Committee put zero effort into candidate recruitment, or maybe they just threw darts at a board marked with "Guaranteed to Lose" at the top. But El-Sayed is the worst of the lot…by a lot. And the stories keep coming as opposition research reveals facts about El-Sayed’s past that he has tried to hide, including his claim of dual citizenship, which he has subsequently repudiated. With nearly three weeks left before polls close, it’s fair to expect that more such old tape and tweets will surface. FETTERMAN 'DARES' EL-SAYED TO STICK WITH PIKER, CLAIMS MICHIGAN NOMINEE HAS 'LITTLE MAN SYNDROME ENERGY' El-Sayed’s Republican opponent, former Rep. Mike Rogers, is, by contrast, a mainstream and moderate Michigander, a former FBI agent and lieutenant in the Army before he went on to serve in the Michigan legislature and then for more than a decade in the House of Representatives, finishing there as chairman of the House Intelligence Committee. (That’s significant, by the way, as the Intelligence Committee is a select committee, with members selected by the speaker and the House minority leader, traditionally because of their national security chops.) Rogers v. El-Sayed ought not to be close. And chances are it won’t be because of El-Sayed’s reported difficulty connecting with Detroit’s Black community, on which Democrats traditionally rely to win in the Wolverine State. ROGERS OPENS DOOR TO DEMOCRATIC VOTERS AFTER EL-SAYED’S PRIMARY VICTORY: ‘THERE IS STILL HOPE’ Report after report hints at the long-standing estrangement between the Black and Arab American communities in and around Detroit, but hardly any pollster knows how to account for the antipathy felt toward El-Sayed by Black voters. Campaign drop-bys by former Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Barack Obama are as close to "break glass, pull alarm" emergency signals as you can get, but they are not doing the trick. BLACK VOTERS, JEWISH DEMOCRATS IN MICHIGAN WARY OF VOTING FOR EL-SAYED, SAY 'HE'S TAKING ADVANTAGE' The trouble? Traditional Democrats know El-Sayed. He’s run for political office before. And lost before. "Winsome and gracious" is not on his resume. If anything, he’s the angriest major-party candidate we’ve seen in decades. His refusal to answer basic questions about Piker, about his family’s alleged ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, and about the impact of "Medicare for All" on union-negotiated health care plans (the former would destroy the latter) marks El-Sayed as untrustworthy. An early call for Rogers on election night will secure the Senate majority for Republicans. (That result might have already been accomplished by victories for Sens. Susan Collins in Maine and John Sununu in New Hampshire, but Rogers getting the call early on November 3 would be a great relief.) CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Beyond simply having the far better man win an election, though, the victory of Rogers over El-Sayed will be a win for moderation and maturity and a rejection of the sort of extremism that Democrats have not flirted with outside of the deep-blue urban districts that sent "AOC," Ilhan Omar and the rest of "The Squad" to D.C. The United States needs two mainstream parties committed to playing between the 40-yard lines of American politics. Losing the Democrats to the control of extremists like El-Sayed would be terrible for everyone, including, and most especially, the Democratic Party. Hugh Hewitt is a Fox News contributor and host of "The Hugh Hewitt Show" heard weekday afternoons from 3 PM to 6 PM ET on the Salem Radio Network, and simulcast on Salem News Channel. Hugh drives Americans home on the East Coast and to lunch on the West Coast on over 400 affiliates nationwide, and on all the streaming platforms where SNC can be seen. He is a frequent guest on the Fox News Channel’s news roundtable, hosted by Bret Baier weekdays at 6pm ET. A son of Ohio and a graduate of Harvard College and the University of Michigan Law School, Hewitt has been a Professor of Law at Chapman University’s Fowler School of Law since 1996 where he teaches Constitutional Law. Hewitt launched his eponymous radio show from Los Angeles in 1990. Hewitt has frequently appeared on every major national news television network, hosted television shows for PBS and MSNBC, written for every major American paper, has authored a dozen books and moderated a score of Republican candidate debates, most recently the November 2023 Republican presidential debate in Miami and four Republican presidential debates in the 2015-16 cycle. Hewitt focuses his radio show and his column on the Constitution, national security, American politics and the Cleveland Browns and Guardians. Hewitt has interviewed tens of thousands of guests from Democrats Hillary Clinton and John Kerry to Republican Presidents George W. Bush and Donald Trump over his 40 years in broadcasting. This column previews the lead story that will drive his radio/ TV show today. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM HUGH HEWITT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0987075342cf4db908ccd Prince Harry, Meghan Markle accused of staging 'royal theatre' as King Charles faces new dilemma: expert te 2026-10-15T09:10:08.587Z Prince Harry, Meghan Markle accused of staging 'royal theatre' as King Charles faces new dilemma: expert Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are being accused of playing royals on their own terms — and sidestepping the late Queen Elizabeth II's wishes in the process. On Oct. 15, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are scheduled to visit Nottingham for their first joint public appearance since returning to the U.K., Fox News Digital confirmed. The city holds special significance for the couple, as it was the first place they visited after announcing their engagement in November 2017. Kinsey Schofield, host of the YouTube show "Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered," told Fox News Digital that, based on her sources, "there is frustration" inside Buckingham Palace as Harry and Meghan prepare to visit several charities in a manner resembling an official royal engagement. KING CHARLES DRAWS ‘LINE IN THE SAND’ WITH PRINCE HARRY, MEGHAN MARKLE AFTER COUPLE CAUGHT OFF GUARD: EXPERT "Harry and Meghan are no longer working members of the royal family," Schofield said. "King Charles recently reminded his government that the Sussexes are private citizens. The Sussexes appear increasingly determined to recreate the optics of royal life without the responsibilities that come with it. … The charitable visits, the appearances, the photographers. It’s royal theatre without royal authority." "Royal engagements aren't just photo opps," Schofield said. "There's diplomacy involved. There's soft power. Working royals represent the sovereign, strengthen relationships and serve the interests of the country. Harry and Meghan appear more interested in faking the image of royalty than embracing its purpose. They can imitate the engagement, but they can't replicate the authority or constitutional significance." "They are pushing to reclaim the spotlight they left behind," British broadcaster Helena Chard told Fox News Digital. "It's definitely a reboot — a pseudo royal reboot." WATCH: PRINCE HARRY, MEGHAN MARKLE CAUSED QUEEN STRESS IN FINAL YEARS: AUTHOR In January 2020, Queen Elizabeth II drew a firm line at the Sandringham Summit: There would be no "half in, half out" role for the Sussexes. They couldn't remain working members of the royal family while pursuing independent, income-generating ventures. The couple stepped back from royal duties that year, citing intrusive coverage by the British press and a lack of support from the palace. "Following conversations with the duke, the queen has written confirming that in stepping away from the work of the royal family it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service," Buckingham Palace said in a statement on Feb. 19, 2021. In response, the couple issued a statement of their own, saying: "We can all live a life of service. Service is universal." In Nottingham, the couple will focus on charitable work. People magazine reported that they will visit a food bank, where Meghan intends to reconnect with some of the women she supported at the Hubb Community Kitchen in London. As a working royal, Meghan helped produce "Together: Our Community Cookbook," which featured recipes from women associated with the kitchen. The outlet also reported that they will visit the Community Recording Studio, which helps young people affected by violence, and spend time at Epic Partners, which supports young people through mentoring and sports. Although Harry and Meghan are free to support charities as private citizens, their visits are not official royal engagements, as they no longer represent the monarch. However, royal commentators argue that the couple's public appearances risk blurring that distinction. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "The Sussexes have not been given permission to behave like working royals, and yet they seem to have gone ahead with their own plans to recapture the spotlight in the U.K.," Christopher Andersen, author of "Kate!," told Fox News Digital. "These are worthy causes that the couple was supporting previously, so that obviously takes some of the sting out of it." Several royal experts told Fox News Digital that the couple's public appearances put King Charles in an increasingly uncomfortable position. While Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals, their titles, global profile and carefully choreographed public appearances can still look strikingly similar to official royal duties, even though they do not carry the authority of the crown. This, they argued, leaves the monarch to decide how firmly to enforce the boundary his late mother drew.  Fox News may be compensated for or earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. "King Charles faces a severe problem because Harry and Meghan appear determined to ignore the late queen's instructions," Schofield said. "They’ve retained their titles and international recognition, allowing them to stage appearances that resemble official engagements, despite no longer representing the crown. The king has demonstrated throughout his life that he can be decisive when protecting his interests and the institution. The question is whether he’s prepared to demonstrate that same strength when it comes to his youngest son." "Queen Elizabeth was unequivocal," Schofield said. "You can't be half in, half out. If Harry and Meghan are determined to recreate that arrangement through the back door, Charles may eventually have to remind them why the front door was closed." Andersen noted that the king is "weary of having to deal with all this drama" and of being "a sort of referee between his sons." However, Andersen said, the king may ultimately have little choice but to act if the Sussexes continue to blur the line between private citizens and working royals. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Anything that looks like an official royal engagement will definitely be interpreted as defying the monarch’s wishes, pure and simple," Andersen warned. "The queen’s decree was that members of the royal family are either all in or all out. And the king is determined to fulfill his mother’s wishes." Fox News Digital reached out to Buckingham Palace and Archewell for comment. A source told People magazine that the Sussexes are "both excited to focus more on their work and the projects that matter to them." The outlet reported that while the Sussexes reunited with King Charles and Queen Camilla in July, they are not believed to have seen the king in person since moving back to Britain. According to People, Harry and his father have remained in contact by phone. Harry and his older brother, Prince William, reportedly haven't spoken in years. A palace insider told the outlet that the rift between the brothers has only been "magnified" by Harry's return to the U.K. Royal broadcaster Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital that, as private citizens, Harry and Meghan have the freedom to pursue their own projects without requiring the blessing of the king or the Prince of Wales. "There are suspicions that Harry and Meghan are trying to create an alternative royal family," he said. "Their first joint event together has raised eyebrows in some royal circles. But as they are now private citizens, 'The Firm' have very little, if any, power over them. This, in some ways, could be a blessing for Harry and Meghan and a curse for those in royal circles." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Schofield said the Sussexes can't control how the palace will react, particularly if people within the palace believe the couple's plans disrespect the late queen. "What should concern the king is the growing frustration among royal supporters who want to see him take a more assertive approach towards his youngest son and daughter-in-law," Schofield said. "King Charles may believe that silence is the most dignified response, but there comes a point when restraint risks being mistaken for weakness. The monarchy doesn’t need to compete with Harry and Meghan for publicity, but it does need to protect the integrity of royal service and the distinction between working royals and private citizens." "After years of telling the world how miserable royal life made them, they’re desperately returning to the very formula they abandoned," Schofield reflected. "Hollywood was supposed to offer them something bigger and better. Instead, they appear to be discovering that the royal connection was their greatest asset all along." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0986f75342cf4db908cc4 Press freedom groups that blasted Trump turn fire on Dem governor over alleged media retaliation te 2026-10-15T09:10:07.776Z Press freedom groups that blasted Trump turn fire on Dem governor over alleged media retaliation A coalition of prominent press freedom organizations that have blasted President Donald Trump's treatment of journalists is now accusing Democratic Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Trump critic himself, of retaliating against news outlets scrutinizing his administration. The accusations came in an Oct. 13 letter from the Freedom of the Press Foundation and six other journalism and civil liberties organizations. The groups raised concerns about the Moore administration's decision to subject even routine inquiries from reporters at Sinclair-affiliated news outlets and The Baltimore Sun to additional legal review. The additional review came amid a defamation lawsuit filed against Moore by David Smith, executive chairman of Sinclair Broadcast Group and majority owner of The Baltimore Sun. Maryland agencies have explicitly cited Smith's lawsuit in written responses to reporters, informing journalists at Sinclair-affiliated outlets that their inquiries would be referred to legal counsel before receiving a response. Moore himself has previously criticized Trump's treatment of journalists. During a Sept. 20 appearance on CNN's "State of the Union," the Maryland governor condemned the president's decision to bar reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, accusing Trump of treating the Constitution "like it is a suggestion box simply because he does not like the coverage." WHITE HOUSE WON'T BACK DOWN AS ATTORNEY PREDICTS HOW TRUMP'S LATEST PRESS TUSSLE WILL PLAY OUT IN COURT "It's particularly offensive that Moore seeks to boost his national profile by slamming the Trump administration's unconstitutional attempts to ban disfavored media outlets from the White House when he's engaged in such similar antics himself," Seth Stern, chief of advocacy at the Freedom of the Press Foundation, said in a statement accompanying the letter. The press freedom groups that joined in condemning Moore, including the Committee to Protect Journalists, PEN America, Reporters Without Borders, and the Society of Professional Journalists, argued that journalists should not face different treatment from government officials because of a dispute involving their outlets' ownership, drawing a comparison to the Trump administration's restrictions on certain White House reporters. Moore's office strongly disputed the allegations in a statement to Fox News Digital on Wednesday, insisting that reporters have continued receiving responses from state agencies despite the additional legal scrutiny. BALTIMORE SUN OWNER THREATENS MD GOV WES MOORE WITH LAWSUIT OVER WHAT HE CALLS A DEFAMATORY EPSTEIN LINK "The central premise of this letter is completely false. There is no blanket refusal to engage," Ammar Moussa, Moore's senior press secretary and director of media strategy, told Fox News Digital. "In the last week alone, state agencies and the Governor's Office have answered dozens of questions from Sinclair outlets, and we're happy to let them share those responses." "David Smith chose to sue the Governor. Having our legal team look over inquiries is basic due diligence, not a blackout," Moussa continued. "A litigant doesn't get to dictate how the state protects itself, but that hasn't stopped our agencies from doing their jobs for the people of Maryland." The dispute traces back to a defamation lawsuit Smith filed against the governor in July. Smith accused Moore of making false and damaging statements about him during a television interview, including remarks Smith interpreted as suggesting he had ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Smith, whose media holdings include The Baltimore Sun, has been a frequent target of criticism from Moore, who has accused the newspaper's ownership of advancing a political agenda aligned with Trump. Smith maintains that the governor's remarks crossed the line from political criticism into defamation. The lawsuit was filed by Smith personally, rather than the news organizations whose reporters have since faced additional legal review of their inquiries. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "We urge you to instruct all Maryland agencies that Smith’s lawsuit against you is a personal matter and not an excuse to send media requests into a legal review black hole, and to cease any other unlawful retaliation against news outlets you personally dislike," the coalition letter stated. "It is particularly jarring that, while government agencies under your watch stonewall reporters based on flimsy pretexts, you take to the airwaves to condemn the Trump administration’s unconstitutional ban of news outlets the president doesn’t like from the White House," the letter continued. "Yes, Trump frequently turns his personal grudges into censorial government policy, to the detriment of the public. But your own conduct appears not much different." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0986e75342cf4db908cbb Rubio push on Greenland delivers a huge diplomatic win for US against China te 2026-10-15T09:10:06.940Z Rubio push on Greenland delivers a huge diplomatic win for US against China China seeks to replace the United States as the leading global superpower and key to its strategy is securing critical sea lanes. The country that can control the fate of sea lanes will have leverage over markets and the kind of system on which global trade will rely, access to limited natural resources and a significant ability to project power far from its shores. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been planning and executing on a diplomatic sweep from Panama to Greenland, and now Iceland, to box out China, protect its access and interests and establish an American advantage over the long term. About 40 years ago, President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev met in Reykjavik, Iceland, and initiated the start of the thaw of Cold War tensions. Rubio returned to the site of the meeting where Reagan refused to surrender his vision of a space-based missile shield to the Soviets and reminded the world that the High North still matters for American power and interests. Standing side by side with Iceland’s foreign minister, Rubio noted that the location remains a "critical outpost for monitoring clandestine behavior and deterring our adversaries." When a reporter asked him if the United States may expand its military footprint there, he didn’t commit to plans but emphasized that doing so would require Icelandic consent. The negotiations will continue, and, though he didn’t mention Russia or China by name, those are the nations now posing acute threats to the United States and its allies. TRUMP'S GREENLAND OBSESSION ISN’T RANDOM. HERE’S WHAT’S AT STAKE The Reykjavik visit follows the recently secured landmark deal with the Kingdom of Denmark. This deal ensures that the United States can prevent the Chinese from establishing its habitual scheme in the Arctic. Critics of the deal have said that the negotiations between Washington and Copenhagen were "much ado about nothing," considering that China isn’t (yet) in Greenland. This misses the point. As the ice melts, Arctic shipping routes are becoming increasingly navigable, creating new sea lanes (and thus chokepoints) that will shape global shipping and military posturing for decades to come. The agreement gives Washington the authority to block non-NATO commercial and military presence in Greenland, a direct role in screening and accelerating foreign investment in critical sectors, overflight, missile defense access and unrestricted undersea access across Greenland’s territorial waters. TRUMP DECLARES VICTORY IN HISTORIC DEAL WITH GREENLAND AS HE SECURES 'PERMANENT' US MILITARY RIGHTS Critically, the deal honors Greenland’s sovereignty, a non-negotiable issue for Denmark, while remaining in force in perpetuity, regardless of if Greenland were to ever become independent. In doing so, the deal clarifies where the 1951 treaty was silent. Dismissing the deal perhaps due to a desire to deny the Trump administration credit also shortchanges the Danes’ very real concessions and diplomatic skill. Furthermore, the deal came just in time for NATO, whose steadfast solidarity is key as Russia ramps up its campaign of terror attacks across the alliance to collapse support for Ukraine. For years, both the Chinese and Panamanian governments denied China was taking over the Panama Canal. But the president said that the Chinese had illegally stationed soldiers to operate the canal, and a Chinese-owned company was illegally charging for passage to the disadvantage of the United States, which has paid billions to maintain the canal, of which 72% of all vessels (according to the U.S. government) are transiting to or from an American port. CHINA’S INFLUENCE MACHINE: FEDERAL RECORDS EXPOSE BEIJING’S PUSH TO SWAY AMERICA For years, the U.S. was asleep at the wheel, allowing China’s incremental, commercial expansion to dominate the canal. After Rubio’s discussions with the Panamanians, a Panamanian court ruled that the contract to operate the container terminals at the canal’s Pacific and Atlantic entrances violated the constitution, and it ended the contract. Some have praised President Donald Trump’s "Art of the Deal" for these diplomatic successes, that is, making maximalist demands including threats of aggression against trusted allies in the hopes of getting a deal somewhere short of the opening threat, but close to it. But that is the wrong lesson to learn here. TRUMP’S GREENLAND DEAL SET FOR SIGNING AFTER MONTHS-LONG FIGHT OVER US CONTROL Trump’sthreats to seize Greenland by force did not help the United States achieve this deal with the Danes, who have been good allies. Instead, it created panic across NATO, which undermined the administration’s efforts to update and strengthen the alliance.Progress toward the deal onlybegan once Trump stopped making threats in response to the blowback. On Jan. 21, in the lead-up to the Davos World Economic Forum, Trump’s threats contributed to a sharp decline in financial markets. Polling showed91% of U.S. voters opposed taking Greenland by military force, and Congress was decisively against it, too. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Asarticulated by Rubio, the Trump administration believes the security of the United States remains linked to Europe’s and that the U.S. must make sure that NATO is strong so that it can continue to be a "deterrent against hostility" which makes "our nations and our continents safer from foreign threats and more secure for our people." The threats were a distraction; foresight and effective diplomacy are the real story. And, on that front, Rubio won for the president and the country significant gains over the Chinese and the Russians. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM REBECCAH HEINRICHS Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0986d75342cf4db908cb0 In Divided Portland, Ore., Anti-Police Posts Fuel a Fight Over the Future te 2026-10-15T09:10:05.002Z In Divided Portland, Ore., Anti-Police Posts Fuel a Fight Over the Future When social media posts denouncing the police surfaced, they were supposed to harm a socialist’s re-election. But the democratic socialists of Portland, and other cities, are showing their strength. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0986b75342cf4db908ca7 Glitch Delays 600,000 Voter Registrations in Texas as Early Voting Looms te 2026-10-15T09:10:03.857Z Glitch Delays 600,000 Voter Registrations in Texas as Early Voting Looms Voting rights groups sued the Texas Department of Public Safety and the secretary of state over delayed voter registrations that overwhelmed local election workers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0880f75342cf4db90898f AZFEC: Arizonans Can Have Fast, Accurate, Secure, Transparent Election Results With Prop 144 te 2026-10-15T08:00:15.630Z AZFEC: Arizonans Can Have Fast, Accurate, Secure, Transparent Election Results With Prop 144 By the Arizona Free Enterprise Club | Arizona’s future belongs to its citizens. Only their votes should decide it, foreign money should not influence it, and they should not be left waiting weeks for answers after every election.  Proposition 144 puts those principles into Arizona’s Constitution.  You can read it for yourself. It is short, fits on one page, and in less than 200 words, it ensures that only US Citizens can register and vote, requires that every voter must show government issued ID before casting their ballot, bans foreign money in any of our elections, and allows all voters to tabulate their ballots on election day at their polling place and have their votes posted election night.    Together, these reforms will result in more secure elections and faster and more accurate election results.  Prop 144 Will Speed Up Results with On-Site Tabulation  Rarely do Republicans and Democrats find common ground on election policy. But in this year’s Maricopa County primary, officials from both parties recognized the benefit of an option Prop 144 would guarantee statewide: on-site tabulation… >>> CONTINUE READING >>> The post AZFEC: Arizonans Can Have Fast, Accurate, Secure, Transparent Election Results With Prop 144 first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0880775342cf4db90897c President Trump arrives in modified Boeing 747-8 gifted to the U.S. by Qatar te 2026-10-15T08:00:07.692Z President Trump arrives in modified Boeing 747-8 gifted to the U.S. by Qatar BULLHEAD CITY — U.S. President Donald Trump brought the New Air Force 1 to Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad085b475342cf4db90891c Biggs Backs Legislation To Strengthen Medicaid Fraud Oversight Amid Arizona Audit Delays te 2026-10-15T07:50:12.999Z Biggs Backs Legislation To Strengthen Medicaid Fraud Oversight Amid Arizona Audit Delays By Matthew Holloway | U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ-05) is backing legislation that would require states to conduct annual Medicaid fraud risk assessments and implement corrective plans to address weaknesses in their programs. Amid his campaign for Arizona Governor, Biggs announced his support for the Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act on Oct. 13, citing federal concerns about Arizona’s Medicaid oversight and repeated delays in submitting required financial audits. H.R. 10636 was introduced Sept. 28 by Rep. Michael Rulli (R-OH), with Biggs among its original cosponsors. The legislation was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. “I’m pleased to co-sponsor the Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act to establish a clear baseline for states to identify fraud, recover improper payments, and correct deficiencies in their Medicaid programs,” Biggs said. “Arizona officials must take these responsibilities seriously. Taxpayers deserve accountability, and continued failures in oversight risk both federal funding and the public’s trust.” Under the bill’s provisions, states would complete their first assessment within one year of enactment and repeat the review at least annually. The assessments would cover fee-for-service payments, managed care, and eligibility and enrollment systems. States would rank vulnerabilities, estimate potential improper expenditures, evaluate existing safeguards, and identify gaps in data sharing and enforcement. Within 90 days of completing an assessment, they would have to implement a corrective action plan with measurable outcomes and deadlines. The legislation would also require annual state reports to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) describing identified risks, corrective actions, and progress. HHS would report to Congress on national trends and states’ implementation of corrective plans. Biggs’ office cited a recent warning from the administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) identifying Arizona among eight states reporting “zero fraud referrals and overpayments recovered in Medicaid managed care.” According to the announcement, the states were given 30 days to review their figures and verify that oversight was occurring. The warning concerns Medicaid managed-care reporting. It does not establish that Arizona had no Medicaid fraud investigations or recoveries across all programs. Biggs also criticized the state administration’s oversight approach. “For far too long, governments at every level have allowed a festering culture of fraud and waste of monumental proportions across the United States,” he said. “Government officials have a responsibility to be good stewards of taxpayer dollars and ensure that Americans’ hard-earned money is spent appropriately and protected from fraud.” Separately, Arizona’s delayed federal audit submissions were the subject of a September hearing before the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. HHS Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources Gustav Chiarello testified about Arizona missing the federal Single Audit deadline for four consecutive fiscal years. The fiscal year 2025 audit, due March 31, 2026, remained outstanding at the time of the hearing. Auditor General Lindsey Perry projected that it might not be issued until March 5, 2027. A Single Audit examines financial reporting and compliance with federal award requirements. The legislative statement said HHS had warned that continued noncompliance could result in additional funding conditions, withheld payments, disallowed costs, or suspension or termination of federal awards. The audit delays prompted questions from Arizona lawmakers about the administration’s corrective plans and potential consequences for federally supported programs. Biggs’ announcement also cited an estimated Arizona Medicaid improper-payment rate above 6%, without identifying the measurement year. CMS explains that improper payment estimates measure compliance with payment requirements and can include documentation deficiencies. They do not measure the percentage of spending attributable to fraud. 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 Biggs Backs Legislation To Strengthen Medicaid Fraud Oversight Amid Arizona Audit Delays first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0835575342cf4db90887c San Jose girl, 8, dies after living in cockroach-infested home as mother, stepfather face charges te 2026-10-15T07:40:05.822Z San Jose girl, 8, dies after living in cockroach-infested home as mother, stepfather face charges An 8-year-old California girl died following a severe asthma attack after allegedly living for years in a filthy home infested with cockroaches, mold and pet feces, prompting felony child neglect charges against her mother and stepfather, prosecutors said. The Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office said this week that the girl's mother, Gabrielle Hanson, 32, and stepfather, Jacob Randolph, 39, knew about the dangerous conditions inside their San Jose home and had been repeatedly warned by medical professionals and social workers about the risks to their seven children. Despite the warnings, the couple allegedly waited eight hours before seeking medical help when their daughter, Aurora Williams, began experiencing serious medical distress in May. "It was too late," prosecutors said in a news release announcing the charges. SOUTH CAROLINA MOM COULDN'T REMEMBER LAST TIME SHE FED 2 DAUGHTERS BEFORE THEY WERE FOUND DEAD: AFFIDAVITS In February 2025, more than a year before her death, Aurora was taken to an emergency room by a relative after experiencing asthma symptoms, wheezing and difficulty breathing, according to prosecutors. A bug fell from her shoe and a cockroach was seen crawling on her, prompting her to tell staff, "Oh yeah, bugs just crawl on me." Hospital staff also reported that Aurora smelled like cat urine, appeared seriously underweight and pale, and said she was hungry and had not eaten. On May 13, 2026, San Jose police and firefighters responded to the family's home for a medical emergency involving a child. CALIFORNIA COUPLE CHARGED WITH ABUSING 14 SURROGATE-BORN CHILDREN INSIDE $10M LOS ANGELES MANSION Six other children, ranging in age from 2 months to 17 years, were taken into protective custody by social workers. Aurora was declared dead four days later, according to prosecutors. The medical examiner determined that Aurora died from a lack of oxygen to the brain caused by severe asthma and an acute lung injury associated with a viral infection. Medical neglect was identified as a significant contributing factor, and her death was ruled a homicide. Investigators determined that Aurora and her siblings had been living in "squalid and dangerous conditions" since at least 2019, according to prosecutors. Detectives also found that Aurora's asthma equipment had not been properly maintained and that her prescribed inhaler was missing during two searches of the home. COLORADO MOM ALLEGEDLY BOUGHT ALCOHOL DAILY FOR 16-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER FOUND DEAD WITH 173 EMPTY BOTTLES Investigators later discovered a dirty inhaler spacer missing a rubber seal designed to prevent medication from leaking, along with a respiratory mask containing cockroaches. "Another child is needlessly dead in this county, and once again our prosecutors will do everything in our legal power to hold the people who did this responsible," District Attorney Jeff Rosen said in a statement. "Prosecuting people after this kind of tragedy is necessary – and not enough," Rosen continued. "There are serious questions about how this child and her siblings lived in this dangerous squalor for so long. In the name of this lost child and the others, this community deserves honest answers and real changes." The investigation also led to child sexual abuse charges against Aurora's maternal uncle, Jonathan Hanson, 44, involving another child in the home. CALIFORNIA PASTOR CHARGED WITH YEARSLONG CHILD MOLESTATION AS INVESTIGATORS SEEK MORE VICTIMS: DA Prosecutors charged Jonathan Hanson with two counts of molestation and one count of possessing explicit videos of the alleged victim, who was between 11 and 15 years old at the time of the alleged offenses. Gabrielle Hanson, the alleged victim's stepmother, was also charged with knowing about the alleged abuse and failing to intervene, prosecutors said. All three defendants were arraigned Tuesday. Gabrielle Hanson and Randolph were released under supervised own recognizance over prosecutors' objections, while Jonathan Hanson was ordered held without bail. Their next court appearance is scheduled for Nov. 20 at the Hall of Justice in San Jose. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0810675342cf4db908830 Arizona Overdose Death Rate Nearly Doubles National Average As U.S. Fatalities Decline te 2026-10-15T07:30:14.402Z Arizona Overdose Death Rate Nearly Doubles National Average As U.S. Fatalities Decline By Ethan Faverino | Arizona’s drug overdose death rate reached a record high in 2025, nearly doubling the national average, according to federal health data. The state’s rising death rate stands in contrast to a broader national trend, with overdose fatalities continuing to decline across much of the United States, according to a recent investigation by The New York Times. The CDC reported an estimated 69,973 drug overdose deaths nationwide in 2025, a nearly 14% decrease from 81,313 in 2024. While most states experienced declines, Arizona was among three states, alongside New Mexico and Colorado, that recorded increases of at least 10% during the same period. According to a New York Times investigation, Arizona’s overdose death rate climbed to 43.5 deaths per 100,000 residents in 2025, compared to the national average of 22.1 per 100,000. The state also surpassed West Virginia, historically considered a center of the opioid epidemic, in overdose deaths per capita for the first time since the proliferation of prescription painkillers in the late 1990s. Arizona and neighboring New Mexico recorded the highest overdose death rates in the contiguous United States in 2025, with Arizona identified as the only state where drug deaths have remained above their post-pandemic peak. The increase has been particularly significant in Maricopa County, where fatal drug overdoses reportedly reached a record 2,406 in 2025, up approximately 16% from 2,069 deaths in 2024, according to county public health data. Researchers and public health officials have identified several potential contributing factors, including changes in the illicit fentanyl supply, widespread methamphetamine use, and extreme summer temperatures. According to The New York Times, Arizona’s illicit opioid market has shifted in recent years from predominantly counterfeit prescription pills, to powdered fentanyl. The transition occurred earlier in much of the country but has become increasingly prevalent in Arizona and New Mexico over the past two years. Powdered fentanyl presents additional overdose risks because its potency can vary significantly between samples, making it difficult for users to determine the amount of the drug they are consuming. Brian Clark, associate Chief of operations for the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Pacific and Southwest region, told The New York Times that the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation cartels remain the primary suppliers of fentanyl entering the United States through the southern border, although the reasons behind the regional shift from counterfeit pills to powder remain unclear. The changing drug supply has also coincided with widespread methamphetamine use. Arizona State University professor Raminta Daniulaityte estimated that approximately 80% to 90% of fentanyl users in the region also use meth, according to The New York Times. Extreme heat may further compound these risks, particularly in the Phoenix metro, where summer temperatures frequently exceed 110 degrees. A New York Times analysis of Maricopa County medical examiner records from 2024 through March 2026 found that drug deaths where approximately 40% higher on days when Phoenix temperatures exceeded 110 degrees. On days when temperatures reached 115 degrees, drug deaths were nearly twice as high. Methamphetamine can elevate heart rate and body temperature, increasing the risk of serious medical complications during prolonged exposure to extreme heat. According to a Maricopa County heat mortality report, 55% of heat-related deaths in 2025 involved substance use, highlighting the overlap between drug use and extreme temperatures. Despite the record number of fatalities in 2025, preliminary figures suggest overdose deaths may be beginning to decline in Arizona. According the The New York Times, data from the Phoenix Substance Use and Overdose Dashboard showed reports of nonfatal overdoses through June 2026 were 17% lower than during the same period in 2025. Additionally, preliminary Maricopa County medical examiner data indicated that drug-related deaths through March 2026 were below the previous year’s levels. However, overdose deaths can take several months to investigate and classify, meaning the full extent of Arizona’s 2026 overdose trends remain uncertain. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Arizona Overdose Death Rate Nearly Doubles National Average As U.S. Fatalities Decline first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad07eae75342cf4db9087ce Supreme Court Declines Kari Lake Lawyer’s Appeal Against Sanctions te 2026-10-15T07:20:14.179Z Supreme Court Declines Kari Lake Lawyer’s Appeal Against Sanctions By Staff Reporter | The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Kari Lake’s lawyer to overturn sanctions that arose from a lawsuit challenging Arizona’s voting machines.  Lake’s attorney, Andrew Parker, appealed a lower court ruling that ordered him to pay $122,000 in legal costs.  The sanctions were the result of a lawsuit to bar Arizona from using electronic voting machines, filed by Lake in April 2022 while she was a gubernatorial candidate. Lake was joined by Mark Finchem, who was a candidate for secretary of state. The pair sued the secretary of state at the time, now-Gov. Katie Hobbs, and the boards of supervisors for Maricopa and Pima counties.  Their complaint demanded that electronic voting machines not be used without making the system open to the public and subjecting it to security vetting.  Arizona District Court Judge John Tuchi dismissed the case several months later in August 2022, then fined Parker and the rest of Lake’s legal team for frivolous claims in 2023. Tuchi accused Parker and the rest of Lake’s legal team of acting recklessly. Tuchi said in the latter ruling that non-excessive sanctions were necessary consequences to deter claims lacking adequate factual or legal basis.  “Failing to impose meaningful sanctions here might very well encourage others to follow suit by lending their credibility to documents filed in court without facing any real consequence if their certifications prove hollow or incomplete,” said Tuchi. “Further, any monetary sanction imposed should not be so significant as to dissuade other legal experts from providing advice or assistance in litigation out of fear of sanctions, provided they abide by the requirements of the rules in signing filings and entering appearances in those matters.” Lake and Finchem continued fighting for the case through the appeals system; it went all the way to the Supreme Court, but they declined to take up the case. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the sanctions last year.  Lake’s attorney argued in filings that the sanctions were punishment for “politically disfavored litigation” and would stymie “creative, aggressive, or novel claims and arguments,” especially in cases where the judge may have opposing political views. An opposition brief filed by counsel for Maricopa County rejected that argument.  “The district court sanctioned Petitioners because they lied to the court,” stated the county’s counsel. “Their filings made ‘false, misleading, and unsupported factual assertions’; ‘their claims for relief did not have an adequate factual or legal basis grounded in a reasonable prefiling inquiry’ in violation of Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; and, they ‘acted at least recklessly in unreasonably and vexatiously multiplying the proceedings by seeking a preliminary injunction based on Plaintiffs’ frivolous claims, in violation of 28 U.S.C. §1927.’” Thomas Galvin, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, said the Supreme Court’s decision was good news for voters. “The Supreme Court declined certiorari in the sanctions case from Lake/Finchem,” said Galvin. “The BOS continues to stand up for election integrity.” Another win for the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on behalf of YOU, the voter. Per @Law360, the BOS got a win at SCOTUS today. The Supreme Court declined certiorari in the sanctions case from Lake/Finchem. The BOS continues to stand up for election integrity. pic.twitter.com/ecF01FRYtQ — Thomas Galvin: Maricopa County Brd of Supervisors (@ThomasGalvin) October 13, 2026 AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Supreme Court Declines Kari Lake Lawyer’s Appeal Against Sanctions first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad07ea575342cf4db908796 Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt opens up about Trump, motherhood te 2026-10-15T07:20:05.690Z Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt opens up about Trump, motherhood Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt offered a glimpse into her relationship with President Donald Trump during a candid Instagram Q&A, praising her former boss as "kind and uplifting" while opening up about personal life decisions. Leavitt, 29, fielded a variety of questions from her Instagram followers while traveling Wednesday, touching on everything from Trump's personality to her career plans and life as a mother of two. When asked whether Trump was nice or kind, Leavitt offered insight into his personality. "Yes! He’s the best boss," she said. LEAVITT PULLS BACK THE CURTAIN ON TRUMP'S 'TENSE,' UNFILTERED PRIVATE TALKS WITH PUTIN, XI, STARMER "People don’t see this side of him because the media doesn’t show it but he has been nothing but kind and uplifting to me, even since departing," she continued. "He’s also hilarious. Love him!" Leavitt, who served as press secretary from January 2025 until August 2026, also addressed a question about landing another job after her decision to leave the White House to spend more time with her children. "As Press Sec, I was working in the office 60+ hours a week, traveling the world, and always on call 24/7," she said. "Now, I am home with my kids every day and doing some TV hits. These things are not the same, ma’am." KAROLINE LEAVITT INVITED AS A GUEST ON ABC'S 'THE VIEW' AFTER LEAVING WHITE HOUSE ROLE Leavitt also confirmed that she would officially begin working as a Fox News Channel contributor next month. "I will be officially joining Fox News as a TV Contributor on November 1st, so I will continue making appearances on various shows!" she wrote. FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott announced Leavitt's new role earlier this month, and she is expected to provide commentary across the network's programming. Leavitt previously worked in Trump’s first administration as a presidential writer and assistant press secretary before running for Congress as a Republican in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District in 2022. She also served as communications director for then-House Republican Conference Chair Rep. Elise Stefanik. When asked for career advice for people hoping to succeed in public relations or politics, Leavitt encouraged them to gain practical experience before graduating. KAROLINE LEAVITT ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF SECOND CHILD, A GIRL "My advice to people who want to get into politics or comms is to get real world experience when you're in college," she said. "You'll be taught a lot of things in the classroom, but work experience is where you're really going to learn the game." Leavitt said she interned at NBC Sports Boston because she initially considered becoming a sideline sports reporter. She also worked at a local news station before securing a White House internship. "Just try to apply for internships, say yes to every opportunity that you can and don't spend your summers hanging out, spend your summers working and gaining that real world experience, which will help you later in your career." Leavitt, who made history as the youngest White House press secretary, was also asked how she spends her free time. "I don't have free time. As a mom of two littles, I'm lucky if I can take a shower in peace. But it's the season of life I'm in and I wouldn't have it any other way!!!!" Fox News Digital's Brian Flood contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad07c4e75342cf4db908739 El Salvador's Bukele announces plan to free up to half of prisoners jailed in gang crackdown te 2026-10-15T07:10:06.300Z El Salvador's Bukele announces plan to free up to half of prisoners jailed in gang crackdown Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele has unveiled a plan that could allow the conditional early release of up to half of those detained under a state of emergency that authorities used to arrest more than 90,000 people in the past four and a half years as part of an effort to curb violent criminal gang activity. Bukele's plan to cut the prison population was announced on Tuesday night. It would focus on freeing prisoners who were deemed gang collaborators, a broad term that can include various people, including gang lookouts and those who make extortion payments. "There are many people who have indeed committed crimes, but their crime was collaborating with gangs," Bukele said. "They deserve to be in jail, but we come from a country where collaborating with gangs wasn’t so unusual, and if we were to arrest everyone who collaborated with gangs, we would have to arrest 20% of the population." Without offering details, the president indicated that authorities plan to analyze cases to determine potential early release with monitoring, which could apply to half of the people detained during the state of emergency. TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SAYS FEDERAL AUTHORITIES HAVE ARRESTED MORE THAN 10,000 SUSPECTED GANG MEMBERS The state of emergency was declared in March 2022 after a surge in violence left more than 60 people dead in a single day. The measure was initially imposed for 30 days but has been repeatedly extended. The emergency declaration has coincided with a dramatic decline in the country's homicide rate and helped make El Salvador a more appealing tourist destination while also suspending or restricting certain constitutional protections, including the right to be informed of the reasons for detention, the right to access legal counsel and the right to visitation. El Salvador's president has maintained that the measure was needed to rein in rival gangs MS-13 and Barrio 18. Human rights groups, meanwhile, have denounced the declared emergency, arguing that it has sparked widespread arbitrary arrests. The groups have repeatedly demanded that Bukele scrap the measure. NICOLAS MADURO AND WIFE CILIA FLORES FACE NEW CHARGE OF CONSPIRACY TO TORTURE AMERICANS Human rights organizations have recorded more than 6,000 complaints during the emergency declaration and documented the deaths of at least 575 people in government custody. The potential release of thousands of prisoners, some argue, is not enough to repair the damage of their prolonged imprisonment. "The victims of arbitrary detentions don’t just deserve to recover their freedom, but they also deserve to be compensated for the harms caused by the State of El Salvador: the physical and mental harm that imprisonment causes, family suffering, loss of work or studies, reputational damage, among others," exiled Salvadoran lawyer Bertha Deleón wrote on X. Bukele dismissed widespread criticism from national and international human rights groups, suggesting that they should take the side of the victims of gang violence. The president also defended the need to keep the state of emergency while also indicating his goal of ending it eventually. El Salvador's homicide rate has fallen dramatically over the past decade, including during Bukele's presidency, according to government figures. The rate dropped from a peak of more than 100 murders per 100,000 residents in 2015, four years before Bukele took office, to 1.3 per 100,000 in 2025. But the government has narrowed the definition of homicide to exclude killings by police, murders in prisons and bodies found in unmarked graves. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad072ee75342cf4db90858a Pentagon sends hundreds of Army troops to Latin America for training as drug-trafficking campaign expands te 2026-10-15T06:30:06.578Z Pentagon sends hundreds of Army troops to Latin America for training as drug-trafficking campaign expands The U.S. military is deploying several hundred Army soldiers to Latin America for training and joint exercises with regional forces as the Trump administration expands its campaign against drug-trafficking networks, Fox News confirmed. The deployment involves soldiers from the Army's 10th Mountain Division based at Fort Drum, New York, with the first troops from a roughly 600-soldier battalion expected to deploy to Panama, according to The New York Times, which first reported the deployment. A senior U.S. official confirmed to Fox News that the troops are being forward-staged under U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), which will determine where they are ultimately deployed. According to The Times, the troops will first deploy to a new jungle training facility in Panama before eventually training with local forces in Colombia and Honduras. EXCLUSIVE: TRUMP’S NEW SECURITY ALLIANCE FACES FIRST REAL-WORLD TEST DEEP IN SOUTH AMERICA AS TROOPS DEPLOY The troops could also support U.S. special operations personnel who are advising local militaries conducting raids against suspected drug traffickers, the outlet reported. Separately, several hundred soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division are expected to help staff a new Western Hemisphere military command based in Miami. The deployment comes as the Pentagon continues military operations targeting suspected drug traffickers across Latin America and the Caribbean. US MILITARY STRIKES ALLEGED NARCO-TRAFFICKING VESSEL IN CARIBBEAN, KILLING 4 'NARCO-TERRORISTS' Since the campaign began more than a year ago, U.S. forces have conducted dozens of strikes, with more than 235 people killed. Gen. Francis Donovan, commander of SOUTHCOM, previously said the military was considering operations against trafficking networks on land. "Do I see land strikes as options? Yes. We want all options at the table," Donovan said in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. "Those actions might be strikes, arrests, or the takedown of a safe house," he continued. "It could even be something as routine as increasing the use of cargo scanners at border checkpoints." TRUMP ADMIN'S LIST OF US-DESIGNATED 'FOREIGN TERRORIST' GROUPS IN LATIN AMERICA EXPANDS TO 21 Donovan added that the goal was to create "total systemic friction" for the cartels. The Trump administration has pursued agreements with allied nations that could allow it to expand military operations against trafficking networks onto land in multiple Latin American countries. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth previously said during a visit to Panama in August that Colombia, Guatemala and Honduras had agreed to allow the U.S. to carry out joint military operations against criminal groups within their borders, although Guatemala denied reaching such an agreement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0673875342cf4db908329 Mohave County welcomes President Trump for first time in six years te 2026-10-15T05:40:08.460Z Mohave County welcomes President Trump for first time in six years For the first time in six years, President Donald Trump touched down in Mohave County for a midterm election rally. As Trump walked up to the podium hundreds of Mohave County residents cheered, waved flags and held signs with phrases… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0673575342cf4db908300 Pentagon sends hundreds of Army troops to Latin America for training as drug-trafficking campaign expands te 2026-10-15T05:40:05.456Z Pentagon sends hundreds of Army troops to Latin America for training as drug-trafficking campaign expands The U.S. military is deploying several hundred Army soldiers to Latin America for training and joint exercises with regional forces as the Trump administration expands its campaign against drug-trafficking networks, Fox News confirmed. The deployment involves soldiers from the Army's 10th Mountain Division based at Fort Drum, New York, with the first troops from a roughly 600-soldier battalion expected to deploy to Panama, according to The New York Times, which first reported the deployment. A senior U.S. official confirmed to Fox News that the troops are being forward-staged under U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), which will determine where they are ultimately deployed. According to The Times, the troops will first deploy to a new jungle training facility in Panama before eventually training with local forces in Colombia and Honduras. EXCLUSIVE: TRUMP’S NEW SECURITY ALLIANCE FACES FIRST REAL-WORLD TEST DEEP IN SOUTH AMERICA AS TROOPS DEPLOY The troops could also support U.S. special operations personnel who are advising local militaries conducting raids against suspected drug traffickers, the outlet reported. Separately, several hundred soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division are expected to help staff a new Western Hemisphere military command based in Miami. The deployment comes as the Pentagon continues military operations targeting suspected drug traffickers across Latin America and the Caribbean. US MILITARY STRIKES ALLEGED NARCO-TRAFFICKING VESSEL IN CARIBBEAN, KILLING 4 'NARCO-TERRORISTS' Since the campaign began more than a year ago, U.S. forces have conducted dozens of strikes, with more than 235 people killed. Gen. Francis Donovan, commander of SOUTHCOM, previously said the military was considering operations against trafficking networks on land. "Do I see land strikes as options? Yes. We want all options at the table," Donovan said in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. "Those actions might be strikes, arrests, or the takedown of a safe house," he continued. "It could even be something as routine as increasing the use of cargo scanners at border checkpoints." TRUMP ADMIN'S LIST OF US-DESIGNATED 'FOREIGN TERRORIST' GROUPS IN LATIN AMERICA EXPANDS TO 21 Donovan added that the goal was to create "total systemic friction" for the cartels. The Trump administration has pursued agreements with allied nations that could allow it to expand military operations against trafficking networks onto land in multiple Latin American countries. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth previously said during a visit to Panama in August that Colombia, Guatemala and Honduras had agreed to allow the U.S. to carry out joint military operations against criminal groups within their borders, although Guatemala denied reaching such an agreement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad064e775342cf4db9082a3 Qatari Airforce 1.jpg te 2026-10-15T05:30:15.674Z Qatari Airforce 1.jpg The modified Boeing 747-8 gifted to the United States by Qatar and unveiled in June 2026, landed Wednesday afternoon at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport along with President Trump. The plane is meant to serve as a bridge aircraft to fill the… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad064e675342cf4db90829a President Trump arrives in modified Boeing 747-8 gifted to the U.S. by Qatar te 2026-10-15T05:30:14.743Z President Trump arrives in modified Boeing 747-8 gifted to the U.S. by Qatar BULLHEAD CITY — U.S. President Donald Trump brought the New Air Force 1 to Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad064e575342cf4db908291 Qatari mini.jpg te 2026-10-15T05:30:13.766Z Qatari mini.jpg The presidential rally at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport also brought the modified Boeing 747-8, at right, gifted to the United States by Qatar. The new livery of navy blue, gold and white fuselage cut through with red stripes, and a presidential… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0592675342cf4db907fb8 How a Jammed Rifle Halted Teen’s Alleged Hindu Temple Attack te 2026-10-15T04:40:06.412Z How a Jammed Rifle Halted Teen’s Alleged Hindu Temple Attack A 19-year-old Taco Bell cashier is accused in a Chicago-area Hindu temple shooting plot. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0592475342cf4db907f9c Figma announces new features to define how agents work on its platform te 2026-10-15T04:40:04.841Z Figma announces new features to define how agents work on its platform Figma is also releasing its code layers feature in open beta. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0547775342cf4db907eb3 Bills Star Reveals What Sparked Postgame Altercation with Rams' Alaric Jackson te 2026-10-15T04:20:07.669Z Bills Star Reveals What Sparked Postgame Altercation with Rams' Alaric Jackson Bills star Bradley Chubb reveals what he said to Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson that sparked their postgame altercation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0547675342cf4db907eaa Exclusive: ICE Disappearances Documented by New Site Backed by Pritzker te 2026-10-15T04:20:06.612Z Exclusive: ICE Disappearances Documented by New Site Backed by Pritzker A project backed by JB Pritzker's team is described by organizers as a public record of Trump's mass deportation campaign. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0521c75342cf4db907e57 Brewers steal Game 3 on Dodgers' home turf to go up 3-0, pushing LA to brink of elimination te 2026-10-15T04:10:04.353Z Brewers steal Game 3 on Dodgers' home turf to go up 3-0, pushing LA to brink of elimination The Milwaukee Brewers pushed the Los Angeles Dodgers to the brink of elimination Wednesday night with a 6-2 Game 3 victory at Dodger Stadium. One win now separates Milwaukee from completing the sweep and returning the favor for last year's NLCS. Jackson Chourio ambushed Blake Snell’s first pitch of the night for a leadoff blast, and Robert Gasser protected the lead with five shutout frames. After the Dodgers briefly went ahead in the sixth on Will Smith’s two-run double, Milwaukee answered in three batters. Snell walked Andrew Vaughn to open the seventh before Jake Bauers won an 11-pitch battle with a go-ahead, two-run missile. Garrett Mitchell hammered the next pitch over the wall to chase Snell and make it 4-2. A wild pitch in the eighth, a Joey Ortiz RBI single in the ninth, and 3.2 scoreless relief innings from DL Hall and Trevor Megill finished the job. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! For the first time in the Shohei Ohtani era, the Dodgers look utterly spent. This series has mirrored the 2004 NBA Finals, when the Detroit Pistons dismantled the Shaq-and-Kobe Lakers through relentless collective force. There are no 2024 Tommy Edman heroics and no 2025 Ohtani masterclasses to save them. A DODGERS-LESS WORLD SERIES WOULD HURT NOW, BUT HELP MLB LATER | BOBBY BURACK This year, with nobody willing to sound the alarm, an exhausted lineup is simply dragging bats through the zone with so little fight that fans online have cynically wondered if LA is throwing the series to kill the sport's salary-cap debate. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts offered the only posture left for a manager running out of runway. "You just gotta win tomorrow," Roberts said. "We've just got to get a win and find a way to build some momentum." After the win, Bauers noted that last year's squad "flew to LA knowing we were heading to a funeral," while this group arrived fully expecting to win. The Dodgers built what was supposed to be an indestructible machine. Milwaukee has reduced it to a team on fumes, with a chance to lower the casket Thursday night in Game 4. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad04fc775342cf4db907bc2 Alabama Dealt Unfortunate Injury News Ahead of Tennessee Clash te 2026-10-15T04:00:07.919Z Alabama Dealt Unfortunate Injury News Ahead of Tennessee Clash Alabama star wide receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Tennessee Volunteers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad04fc675342cf4db907bb9 Trump Touts Weapons ‘Super Range,’ Guns and Tariffs at Montana Rally te 2026-10-15T04:00:06.239Z Trump Touts Weapons ‘Super Range,’ Guns and Tariffs at Montana Rally Trump announced a weapons-testing “Super Range” in Montana while defending gun rights and tariffs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad04d6d75342cf4db907b54 Trump wishes Pope Leo speedy recovery after lung cancer diagnosis, speaks highly of pontiff's brother te 2026-10-15T03:50:05.199Z Trump wishes Pope Leo speedy recovery after lung cancer diagnosis, speaks highly of pontiff's brother President Donald Trump wished Pope Leo XIV a speedy recovery Wednesday following his lung cancer diagnosis, revealing that he is friends with the pontiff's brother, whom he described as an enthusiastic MAGA supporter. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while traveling from Arizona to Montana, Trump expressed optimism about the 71-year-old pontiff's recovery following surgery to remove part of his right lung. "I want to see Pope Leo get well. I hear the prognosis for that type of a problem. It's a cancer. It's big stuff. Anytime you have cancer," the president said. "But the prognosis seems to be good, I've watched. And we just want to wish him our love and our best wishes." POPE LEO XIV BEGINS HISTORIC 4-DAY VISIT TO FRANCE Trump then discussed his friendship with the pope's brother and his wife, describing them as enthusiastic supporters of the president. "His brother is a friend of mine, who's a great — he's a fantastic guy — and his wife. You know, they're big Trump supporters. They have MAGA all over their house," he continued. "And I can say that his brother loves him a lot. Loves the pope a lot, and that's good, but I just want to wish him well. Get better fast." The president's remarks came one day after the Vatican announced that Leo had been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a form of lung cancer, following surgery at Agostino Gemelli University Hospital in Rome. According to the Holy See Press Office, doctors removed the lower lobe of the pontiff's right lung during a procedure that lasted approximately 90 minutes. Doctors reported no complications. TRUMP TAKES AIM AT POPE LEO XIV MEETING WITH 'USELESS' CHICAGO MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AT VATICAN The Vatican said the cancer diagnosis was confirmed through an examination of tissue collected during surgery, consistent with findings from tests conducted before the procedure. Leo had previously disclosed that doctors discovered a small lump in his lung at an early stage and recommended surgery. Following the operation, he awoke normally and returned to his hospital room after a brief observation period, according to the Vatican. Fox News Digital's Anders Hagstrom and Jasmine Baehr contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad04b1675342cf4db907a9d Donald Trump's Approval Falls to Record Low, Fox News Poll Shows te 2026-10-15T03:40:06.330Z Donald Trump's Approval Falls to Record Low, Fox News Poll Shows Midterms often serve as a test of the party currently in power, which historically loses seats. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad04b1575342cf4db907a94 Chiefs’ WR Injury Woes Could Be Fixed With One Major Trade te 2026-10-15T03:40:05.211Z Chiefs’ WR Injury Woes Could Be Fixed With One Major Trade The Kansas City Chiefs have had bad injury luck with WRs this year, which is why one splashy trade could make sense for them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad048bf75342cf4db907a39 Tony Dungy tells Sage Steele that NBC wasn't happy with his pro-life views: 'They knew where I stood' te 2026-10-15T03:30:07.556Z Tony Dungy tells Sage Steele that NBC wasn't happy with his pro-life views: 'They knew where I stood' Legendary NFL head coach and football analyst Tony Dungy is not going to apologize for being convicted in his religious beliefs. Dungy spent years as an analyst on NBC, sharing his insight after a 13-year head coaching career in the NFL and a Super Bowl championship with the Indianapolis Colts. But curiously, despite his popularity and wealth of experience, Dungy and NBC parted ways in early 2026. He told former ESPN personality Sage Steele that he had a sneaking suspicion as to why. During a recent, lengthy interview on "The Sage Steele Show", Dungy explained what he believed led to his exit and why he doesn't regret what he did. HALL OF FAMER TONY DUNGY ENDORSES MICHELE TAFOYA IN CROWDED MINNESOTA REPUBLICAN PRIMARY FOR U.S. SENATE Steele brought up NBC, then said from the outside, it seemed like it "was tied to you being more and more vocal about your beliefs with faith, with being pro-life." Dungy didn't deny it, saying he felt that it wasn't always appreciated that he spoke out about his faith. "There are some things that, I guess in TV especially, they want you to be careful because they want to attract everybody. They want to have an audience of everyone. They don’t always appreciate you speaking about your faith. But for me, I’m always going to do that. I'm going to try and do it in a respectful way, but people are going to know that I’m a Christian." Relatedly, Dungy also spoke at the "March for Life" event, which he later told Steele was not a popular decision with the NBC brass. Steele asked Dungy if he'd asked permission before speaking, to which he confirmed he hadn't. ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY 'NO RELIGIOUS SIGNS' RULE DRAWS BACKLASH DURING ALABAMA VS GEORGIA BROADCAST "And they were not happy that I went because … their point is, ‘Hey, we’ve got audience on all sides of the spectrum. We don’t want to push away anyone just making statements like that.’ And I said, ‘Well, I get it, but this is an important topic to me. I was asked to speak and because it was important to me, I did.’" Steele interjected, saying that he kept talking about it anyway, including making posts on social media. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "They knew where I stood. I knew where they stood… there are some things I’m not going to try to turn an audience away, but things that are important to me I’m going to talk about. If somebody asked me a question about my faith and am I a Christian, I’m not going to say no. I’m not going to shy away from it." When Steele wondered whether he'd thought of backing off his public statements on faith and being pro-life, Dungy again said no. "I said I've got to do it in the right way, and I can't do it in a belligerent manner." Then he makes the important distinction: "You're also not doing it on 'Sunday Night Football.' I'm not going to use that platform as, 'Oh, by the way, stop talking about the game tonight. Let me just make a point about abortion.'" THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! A few minutes later, Dungy admitted that he was "pretty sure" his time at the network would be coming to an end over publicly sharing his religious views. "I was pretty sure it was. There were things that they didn't want me to talk about and we had a good understanding. They knew who I was when I got hired and, you know, it is what it is." Though he knew it was coming, Dungy didn't go as far as saying that's definitively why he was let go. When asked directly, he said, "I don't know. And it really doesn't matter." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Another "job" Dungy lost? He was taken off the Hall of Fame voting committee. When Steele brought that up, potentially wondering if that too was related to his public comments, he said he was told it was completely unrelated, "I don't know exactly, they said that they wanted to go from 50 voters to 25. They thought it would make an easier process." It's interesting to contrast how NBC apparently handled Dungy's public statements of faith, and how that relates to his views on abortion, with how many networks have little problem with comments supporting the political left or left-wing issues. Does anyone really believe that NBC would have a problem if one of their football analysts appeared at a "No Kings" protest? Or a pro-choice march? Or spoke about gun control? Of course not. The concerns over political topics only ever go in one direction. Because the right is viewed as divisive by liberal corporations, and the left is viewed as empathetic common sense. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0466675342cf4db9079c3 NFL says first regular-season game in France remains on track despite growing unrest in Paris te 2026-10-15T03:20:06.900Z NFL says first regular-season game in France remains on track despite growing unrest in Paris Earlier this season, the NFL sanctioned its first regular-season game in Australia, extending the league’s international reach beyond its longstanding presence in England. The 2026-27 season is also set to feature a record number of games outside the United States. In addition to Australia and England, games will be played in France, Brazil, Spain, Germany and Mexico. As the NFL’s inaugural game in the Paris area approaches, social unrest and protests in France have entered their third week, creating a broader security backdrop for the event. However, the league said Wednesday that the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints is still expected to take place as scheduled Oct. 25 at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, north of Paris. NFL OWNERS APPROVE RECORD 10 INTERNATIONAL GAMES FOR 2027 WITH SIGHTS ON MORE EXPANSION ABROAD There is precedent for the NFL relocating games, although past changes have typically been prompted by extreme weather or field conditions. "We're excited for the first-ever regular season game in Paris, and preparations continue as scheduled for NFL events and the game at Stade de France on Oct. 25," the NFL said in a statement obtained by ESPN. "As we do for every NFL game, including our international games, we work closely with local authorities and partners on all operational and security matters. We look forward to welcoming fans to Paris later this month." ROGER GOODELL DETAILS NFL EXPANSION POSSIBILITIES AND A TIMETABLE FOR A FULL SEASON OF INTERNATIONAL GAMES Calls for broad changes to France’s education system have been at the center of the unrest. Protesters want the government to address schools that have been considered under-resourced, as well as deteriorating facilities and teacher shortages. Some students have described buildings in disrepair and reported seeing rats inside. Some demonstrations have escalated into violence, prompting French authorities to deploy tear gas, stun grenades and other crowd-control measures, CBS News reported. France will hold presidential elections next spring. The Saints will be the designated home team for the game in France. New Orleans enters its Week 6 matchup with the New York Giants on a three-game losing streak. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Steelers picked up their third win Sunday by defeating the Indianapolis Colts and will travel to Tampa this weekend to face the Buccaneers, who earned their first victory of the year last Thursday by upsetting the Dallas Cowboys. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0466475342cf4db90799d Raiders Could Make Splashy Trade for 1,000-Yard No. 1 WR for Fernando Mendoza te 2026-10-15T03:20:04.479Z Raiders Could Make Splashy Trade for 1,000-Yard No. 1 WR for Fernando Mendoza With Fernando Mendoza the clear QB of the future, the Las Vegas Raiders should explore a trade for an elite WR1 for him. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0440d75342cf4db90792b Ilhan Omar’s Phone Seized, Trump Admin Targeting Her Citizenship: Reports te 2026-10-15T03:10:05.156Z Ilhan Omar’s Phone Seized, Trump Admin Targeting Her Citizenship: Reports The developments come amid renewed scrutiny of Omar’s immigration history and questions over her financial disclosures. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad041b875342cf4db9078c5 Parents speak out on The Ingraham Angle after girls forfeit race over biological male runner te 2026-10-15T03:00:08.548Z Parents speak out on The Ingraham Angle after girls forfeit race over biological male runner Roughly a dozen high school girls took their spots at the starting line of a Washington cross-country meet and walked off the course in protest. The Oct. 13 protest, reported by Fox News Digital's Jackson Thompson, at a Camas High School dual meet against Battle Ground followed a decision allowing a male athlete to switch from the boys' team to the girls' varsity roster midseason. On Sept. 5, the athlete finished 76th in an Oregon boys' junior varsity race. Just ten days later, that same runner was competing in the girls' division, as reported by OutKick's Matt Calkins. A CROSS COUNTRY RUNNER SWITCHED TO THE GIRLS TEAM MIDSEASON, PARENTS VOICE THEIR DISAPPROVAL AT MEET School officials were fine rubber-stamping the decision, but the young Camas runners weren't about to pretend it was a level playing field. They walked off the course. Parents Kevin and Sarah Burns appeared on "The Ingraham Angle" to explain why their daughter Holly and her teammates decided they had seen enough. "Well, we told her that they should do what they feel is best and that they feel is right. And they got the support from their teammates, and they decided to make a difference," Kevin Burns said. DAD BANNED FROM SCHOOL GROUNDS AFTER PROTESTING TRANS RUNNER COMPETING AGAINST HIS DAUGHTER "I think if only a couple of girls had walked off it, they would have lost some opportunities. And I don't think it would have mattered so much. But so many of them," he added. "And I want you to remember that several of the girls, such as the team, team captains, had quit before this. So there really was a lot more girls than you see in the video that were protesting this." When families questioned the runner's eligibility, the Camas School District said its hands were tied by state rules. WASHINGTON FAMILY REQUESTS SCOTUS INJUNCTION AFTER DAUGHTER WAS ALLEGEDLY SEXUALLY ASSAULTED BY TRANS ATHLETE Officials explained that Washington law and high school athletic regulations require schools to let athletes compete in divisions matching their gender identity. Holly's father explained that the school's response effectively shut down the issue. WASHINGTON OFFICIALS CALL GIRL’S CLAIMED EMERGENCY ‘MANUFACTURED’ AFTER ALLEGED TRANS ATHLETE SEXUAL ASSAULT "The school sent us out a letter stating that, based on Washington law, it prohibits discrimination based on gender identity and expression," he said. When Ingraham summarized the letter as telling families they were out of luck, he agreed: "I guess it's okay to discriminate against actual gender." With athletic institutions and legacy sports figures largely silent, the burden of taking a stand fell on teenagers. I LOST A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TO A BOY. I REFUSE TO LOSE MY VOICE Holly's mother addressed the emotional weight placed on young competitors who simply wanted to run. "They're children, they're, you know, they're 16 to 17-year-old girls that shouldn't have to deal with this at all, shouldn't even be on their radar," Sarah Burns said. "You know, they should just be able to go out there and race and have fun and not deal with this adult issue." The friction carried straight onto the sidelines during the meet. When the parents arrived with signs to support the runners, security attempted to remove them. WOMAN SAYS PUBLIC WAS FORCED TO LEAVE CALIFORNIA FORUM OVER HER 'SAVE GIRLS SPORTS' SHIRT "We've actually received a lot of support. I think that there's a big silent majority on this," Kevin Burns said. "I think people are afraid to speak out, but that was one of the reasons why we went down there and we held up signs." The couple stood their ground and refused to leave. NEW POLL SHOWS WASHINGTON STATE VOTERS ARE READY TO END BOYS COMPETING IN GIRLS' SPORTS "We got a lot of pushback showing up there. They said the signs weren't allowed. We had to leave. My wife Sarah was being very brave and did not care. And I don't think they had a legal reason to actually push us out," he recalled. "So we ended up actually staying there and holding our signs, and it gave the girls a boost of self-esteem. And we had a lot of parents coming up and saying, thank you for doing this. I was, I wanted to do this also. So this is kind of the start, I think." Her mother laid bare what is at stake: "I want to stand up for girls that need someone to stand up for them." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Kevin also pressed political leaders to take up the cause, arguing that defending female athletics bridges partisan divides. "This is a big issue that most Americans on both sides of the political aisle agree with. And I don't know why, party members, especially on the right, aren't grabbing this more and pushing it. "I know they have in the past, but this is such a winning issue," he said. "We have friends on both sides of the aisle that agree with the girls' rights to not have to compete against boys." The adults in charge won't do their jobs, so high school girls are doing it for them. Welcome to high school sports in 2026. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad041b575342cf4db90789f James Talarico Defends Unity, Faith, Abortion Rights in Texas Town Hall te 2026-10-15T03:00:05.229Z James Talarico Defends Unity, Faith, Abortion Rights in Texas Town Hall James Talarico tackles immigration, religion and the social media spiral over his campaign absence during a CNN town hall. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad03f6c75342cf4db90756f Trump rallies Republicans for midterms in return trip to Mohave County te 2026-10-15T02:50:20.401Z Trump rallies Republicans for midterms in return trip to Mohave County BULLHEAD CITY — An already enthusiastic crowd got fired up during President Donald Trump's rally at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad03f6b75342cf4db907566 President Donald Trump.jpg te 2026-10-15T02:50:19.010Z President Donald Trump.jpg President Donald Trump spoke for littlle more than an hour during Wednesday's rally at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Trump called the upcoming mid-term election the most important the country has ever had. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad03f6975342cf4db90755d crowd 2.jpg te 2026-10-15T02:50:17.922Z crowd 2.jpg Thousands of area residents and visitors atteneded President Donald Trump's rally Wednesday at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad03f6875342cf4db907554 crowd.jpg te 2026-10-15T02:50:16.922Z crowd.jpg Thousands of area residents and visitors atteneded President Donald Trump's rally Wednesday at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad03f6775342cf4db907542 Biggs.jpg te 2026-10-15T02:50:15.422Z Biggs.jpg Prior to the president's speech, several Arizona and Clark County republican candidates addressed the crowd, including Rep. Andy Biggs, running for Arizona governor against Democrat Katie Hobbs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad03f5c75342cf4db9074da Packers Linked to Pro Bowl DE Amid Micah Parsons Injury Uncertainty te 2026-10-15T02:50:04.269Z Packers Linked to Pro Bowl DE Amid Micah Parsons Injury Uncertainty With Micah Parsons still recovering from an ACL injury, the Green Bay Packers could explore trading for a Pro Bowl pass-rusher. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0360575342cf4db907186 Steven Cary Egbert te 2026-10-15T02:10:13.386Z Steven Cary Egbert Steven “Steve” Egbert, 60, of Holbrook, Arizona passed away peacefully on Oct. 6. 2026.       He was born in Winslow, on Dec. 6, 1965, to Diane Decker (née DeWitt) and Sam Egbert.       Steve will be remembered as a loving son, father, husband, brother, uncle and friend to all. Steve lived a life of service. As a teenager, he began working as a lifeguard. That desire to protect continued throughout his life. In 1987 Steve joined the Air Force, where he served as a firefighter until 1995. His service took him first to Oklahoma, then to England. He also did a tour of duty in Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Storm. After his military service, he lived in many places, including Montana, Oregon and finally Idaho, where he met his wife, Peggy. In 2018 he and Peggy returned home to Holbrook to be closer to family.       Steve is survived by his wife, Peggy; children, Deanna (Chris), Stephanee (Jason), Kortney (Dustin), Shianne (Danny) and Amber; grandchildren, Olaf “Wendall,” Jaisann, Jentyn, Colby, Jackson, McKenna, Brantley and Taylor; father, Sam (Patty); sisters, Pam and Marissa (Erik); brothers, Tim, Tom (Wendy) and Toby (Keri); and several nieces and nephews. The post Steven Cary Egbert first appeared on Painted Desert Tribune. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0360175342cf4db907172 Red McAdam debuts 'Comic Western Gothic' live in Flagstaff te 2026-10-15T02:10:09.672Z Red McAdam debuts 'Comic Western Gothic' live in Flagstaff The artist launches starts off a massive tour right back at home. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad035fd75342cf4db90713f Trump Says Those Who Leak Military Plans Should Be Shot te 2026-10-15T02:10:05.721Z Trump Says Those Who Leak Military Plans Should Be Shot At a rally in Arizona, the president dramatically escalated his attacks on news gathering and those willing to speak to the press. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad033a775342cf4db9070c6 3 Men Accused by Nancy Mace in House Speech Are Charged With Sex Crimes te 2026-10-15T02:00:07.335Z 3 Men Accused by Nancy Mace in House Speech Are Charged With Sex Crimes The former fiancé of the South Carolina representative and two of his business associates were charged on Wednesday with sex crimes and voyeurism in connection with a 2018 incident. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0315075342cf4db90704d Tension erupts during House midterm debate as Lawler fact-checks NY Democrat opponent on immigration te 2026-10-15T01:50:08.594Z Tension erupts during House midterm debate as Lawler fact-checks NY Democrat opponent on immigration Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., faced off against his Democrat opponent Cait Conley on Wednesday night in a one-hour debate filled with interruptions and fiery accusations less than three weeks before Election Day. Lawler is vying for a third term representing New York's 17th Congressional District, a politically moderate area in the New York City suburbs that could decide the fate of who controls the House of Representatives for the final years of President Donald Trump's term. Lawler called out Conley for misrepresenting his voting record, Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and her own stance on immigration enforcement. Conley, meanwhile, tried to paint Lawler as a Trump acolyte who put the needs of Washington Republicans ahead of the people of his district. Their most heated clashes came on the immigration front, when the moderator referenced the recent shooting of an illegal immigrant by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents last week in New York City, while the man's 5-year-old child was in the car. DEM CANDIDATE CLEARS CROWDED FIELD TO FACE TRUMP-BACKED INCUMBENT IN NY "I believe that border security is national security, and that we do need immigration enforcement to ensure that violent criminals and drug cartels and human traffickers and terrorist organizations aren't in our communities, and that they are deported," Conley said.  "But what we are seeing right now with the conduct of ICE is posing a public safety hazard. To your point, last week, they shot into a car where there was a five-year-old child. I'll tell you, as a law enforcement officer, you're not permitted to do that kind of stuff." NEW YORK GOVERNOR DEBATE HEATS UP AS BLAKEMAN, HOCHUL SPAR OVER TRUMP, SANCTUARY STATUS, ICE SHOOTING Lawler, however, pointed out the man has a lengthy criminal rap sheet and was seen by some as a danger to his community. He also argued the shooting would never had happened had local law enforcement not been barred from handing him over to ICE by New York's sanctuary laws. He said Conley "supports making New York a sanctuary state, prohibits cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration officials." WATCH: LAWLER UNLOADS ON RASKIN AFTER FIERY IMMIGRATION HEARING: ‘GROW THE F--- UP’ Lawler later pivoted the discussion to Sheridan Gorman, the college student from his district who was killed while out with her friends near her campus in Chicago earlier this year. The illegal immigrant accused of killing her was previously charged with shoplifting, but Chicago sanctuary laws prevent local law enforcement from handing him over to ICE. Conley called Gorman's death "an atrocious crime" while repeatedly pointing out it took place in Chicago. Lawler attempted to intervene multiple times to call it "preventable," to which an irate Conley responded, "Can I finish?" "And I do support federal agents and federal law enforcement, federal immigration enforcement, making sure that we deport violent citizens," she said. DHS BOSS REVEALS OVAL OFFICE PLAN TO 'WITHHOLD FUNDING' FROM SANCTUARY CITIES AFTER AGGRESSIVE NEW YORK BUST Lawler then argued, however, that Conley supporting sanctuary policies runs antithesis to that. "If you think he should have been deported when he was arrested for shoplifting, he should have been turned over to ICE, under the new law that you support, he will not be turned over ICE and he will be released under cashless bail," Lawler said. It prompted the moderator to step in, telling Lawler there was no "cross-examination round." Elsewhere in the debate, Lawler accused Conley of having "literally just lied" that he voted with Trump "100 percent of the time." 10 DEMOCRAT-HELD HOUSE SEATS REPUBLICANS COULD FLIP TO SAVE THEIR MAJORITY "I've been rated the third most independent member of my conference. And I have taken on the president on numerous issues, including lifting the cap on SALT, including extending Haitian TPS, including passing an extension for the ACA enhanced premium tax credit despite his objections," Lawler listed, among other issues. Earlier in the debate, Conley tried to accuse Lawler of supporting tax breaks for companies that build data centers as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Lawler shot back, "I know you just moved here from Virginia, so it's hard for you to understand the local communities, but the fact is ... the provision you referenced in the Working Families Tax Cut Act is $80 billion for 100% expensing for every business in America to expense plant, property and equipment.  "Are you against our small businesses in the Hudson Valley being able to expense their plant, property and equipment and hire more people? Your attack on that is rings hollow. You clearly don't understand what's actually in the tax bill. And part of the problem is you don't pay property taxes." But amid the drama were moments of civility, as well. Both candidates shook hands after their spirited debate and thanked each other for appearing. Lawler also thanked Conley for her military service. The district is a pivotal one for control of the House next year. Lawler is one of three House Republicans who won a district that former Vice President Kamala Harris also won in 2024. And in an election that's expected to be brutal for the GOP, both sides are pouring millions of dollars into the fight. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0314e75342cf4db90703d Vance’s Talarico Attacks Show His Penchant for Personal Broadsides te 2026-10-15T01:50:06.418Z Vance’s Talarico Attacks Show His Penchant for Personal Broadsides At a rally in Texas, the vice president suggested the Democratic Senate nominee is gay, a comment criticized as homophobic. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0314c75342cf4db907021 Tom Brady Makes Strong Statement on Patriots' Drake Maye After Raiders Rout te 2026-10-15T01:50:04.909Z Tom Brady Makes Strong Statement on Patriots' Drake Maye After Raiders Rout After Tom Brady saw the Patriots blow out the Raiders, he made a strong statement about quarterback Drake Maye in New England. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad02c9e75342cf4db906f53 FBI arrest leads to maximum 90-year sentence for gymnastics coach who recorded minors at Mississippi gym te 2026-10-15T01:30:06.167Z FBI arrest leads to maximum 90-year sentence for gymnastics coach who recorded minors at Mississippi gym Sean Gardner, a once prominent youth gymnastics coach, was sentenced to 90 years in prison on Wednesday after being found guilty of secretly recording young female students undressing and using the bathroom at a Mississippi gym. Gardner’s sentence was the maximum possible span that U.S. District Judge Kristi Johnson could issue. Gardner was ordered to serve 30 years in prison for each of the three federal child pornography production charges, which he pleaded guilty to. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The 39-year-old was arrested by the FBI last summer, which was first reported by the Associated Press. The charges against Gardner sent a shock wave through the sport, as U.S. gymnastics came under fire after another instance where its athletes were not protected enough from sexual abuse. The most well-known case was Larry Nassar’s conviction, where he was found guilty of sexually assaulting at least 265 young women and girls during a 22-year period, which included many Olympic and U.S. women’s national gymnasts. OKLAHOMA WINS NCAA WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIP FOR FOURTH TIME IN FIVE YEARS In Gardner’s case, he pleaded guilty to placing a hidden camera in a bathroom at a gymnastics studio in Purvis, Mississippi, between December 2017 and April 2018, where he would record his students. An investigation found that Gardner created videos with close-up images of at least 10 minors naked or undressing. Investigators found the videos on his computers years later while looking into claims that he was sexually abusing gymnasts in Iowa. Some of Gardner’s former students at Chow’s Gymnastics and Dance Institute in West Des Moines, Iowa, claimed he used his position to prey on them, citing so in police reports and civil lawsuits. Gardner was a key coach for top youth gymnasts that would frequent the institute founded by Liang "Chow" Qiao, another prominent coach known for producing Olympic talent. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Gardner has not yet been charged in connection with the Iowa claims, though authorities noted they would be waiting for the results of the federal case before determining how to proceed. Some of the women involved in Gardner’s federal case also argued that USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Center for SafeSport were notified of his behavior in 2017. However, they claim the organizations failed to take action to remove him from the sport for years. In 2022, Gardner was suspended after a gymnast at Chow’s accused him of sexual abuse. Chow later fired him. SafeSport did its own investigation at the time, noting that Chow and other coaches were made aware of the allegations of sexual misconduct against Gardner. But they failed to report them to SafeSport, which is required by policy. Other lawsuits still remain against Gardner, USA Gymnastics and Chow’s Gymnastics. The Associated Press contributed to this report. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad02a4a75342cf4db906ec6 Canadian singer Joni Mitchell officially becomes American citizen after 62-year journey te 2026-10-15T01:20:10.040Z Canadian singer Joni Mitchell officially becomes American citizen after 62-year journey Joni Mitchell has officially become an American citizen at age 82, more than six decades after she first moved to the United States. The music icon, who hails from Canada, announced the news on Instagram as she shared a photo of herself beaming while holding an American flag along with a video from her naturalization ceremony. "A journey that began 62 years ago," Mitchell wrote in the caption of her post. ART GARFUNKEL JOINS GROWING LIST OF CELEBRITIES CONSIDERING A MOVE ABROAD OVER TRUMP PRESIDENCY Mitchell wore a red and navy blue floral cardigan that had an American flag pin along with a red beaded necklace, a red beret and black pants with black boots while posing in between an American flag and a Department of Homeland Security flag. In the video that Mitchell uploaded, she was seen sitting in the front row at the ceremony as the speaker announced, "And Joni Mitchell, Canada" to cheers and applause from the audience. According to KSL, Mitchell will also retain her Canadian citizenship as both the U.S. and Canada legally permit dual citizenship. The legendary singer-songwriter was born Roberta Joan Anderson in Fort Macleod, Alberta to Royal Canadian Air Force flight lieutenant William Andrew Anderson and teacher Myrtle Marguerite. Mitchell's family lived on several bases during World War II before eventually settling in Saskatoon, which the singer has often referred to as her hometown. She went on to attend the Alberta College of Art in Calgary before dropping out and relocating to Toronto, where she played gigs at coffee houses and folk clubs. The "Both Sides Now" songstress moved to the United States in 1965 at age 21 after marrying American folk singer Chuck Mitchell. The former couple, who lived in Detroit, Michigan, performed together as a folk duo before divorcing in 1967. After their divorce, Mitchell left Detroit and moved to New York City, where she became part of the Greenwich Village folk scene and performed along the East Coast. By 1968, Mitchell had moved to Los Angeles, settling in Laurel Canyon, which was becoming a hub for singer-songwriters including David Crosby, Graham Nash and others. In the mid-1970s, Mitchell moved to LA's Bel Air neighborhood, where she lived in a historic 1920s home for decades. Mitchell went on to build her legendary music career while living in California, where she recorded many of her most acclaimed albums, including "Blue," "Court and Spark" and 'Ladies of the Canyon.'" Throughout her career, Mitchell has won 11 Grammy Awards and she was inducted into both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1997. She was also recognized with the Kennedy Center Honors in 2021 and received the prestigious Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song in 2023. The musician currently lives in Santa Barbara, California. Mitchell is an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump and expressed frustration that she couldn't vote in U.S. elections because she was Canadian. CHRIS ROBINSON, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN FACE BACKLASH AS 'AMERICANS HAVE HAD ENOUGH' OF BEING LECTURED: EXPERT During a performance at the Hollywood Bowl in LA in October 2024, Mitchell slammed Trump while performing her 1985 song "Dog Eat Dog," according to Billboard. After singing a lyric about wealthy financiers, she added, "Like Donald Trump!" Following her performance of the song, Mitchell responded to an audience member who shouted an anti-Trump remark. "'F--- Donald Trump.' I love that song," she said, apparently referencing rapper YG's 2016 protest song "FDT (F--- Donald Trump)" featuring the late rapper and activist Nipsey Hussle. She then encouraged Americans to participate in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, in which Trump ran against Democratic nominee former Vice President Kamala Harris. "Everybody get out and vote. This is an important one. I wish I could vote — I'm Canadian. I'm one of those lousy immigrants," Mitchell said. Months before becoming an American citizen, Mitchell criticized the political climate in the U.S. while accepting a lifetime achievement award at Canada's Juno Awards in March. At the ceremony, Mitchell praised Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, saying, "I'm so glad to be back in Canada. This man is a blessing. You guys are so fortunate." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE She also appeared to take a swipe at the Trump administration while contrasting Canada with the U.S. "I'm living in the States and you know what's happening there," she said. Following Mitchell's comments at the Juno Awards, the White House issued a dismissive response. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS When asked about her remarks, White House spokesperson Davis Ingle told The Independent, "Who the hell is Joni Mitchell?" PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Mitchell also appeared to express opposition to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies during the 2026 Grammy Awards. While accepting the award for Best Historical Album, she wore an "ICE OUT" pin, joining other entertainers protesting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad02a4975342cf4db906ebd White House punches back at Chicago Mayor Johnson over reparations demands te 2026-10-15T01:20:09.022Z White House punches back at Chicago Mayor Johnson over reparations demands The White House punched back at Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday after the progressive mayor claimed President Donald Trump neglected compensation for descendants of formerly enslaved Black Americans while favoring the wealthy. Johnson appeared on the "Native Land Pod" podcast Sunday to discuss his administration's crime-reduction efforts in Chicago, where violent crime rates have fallen sharply, according to the Johnson administration and Chicago Police Department data. Speaking with hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum, Johnson argued that public safety "has to be something more than just policing," highlighting city investments in "mental behavioral healthcare, promoting detectives, and expanding and investing in CVI (community violence intervention)." REPARATIONS ACTIVISTS CALL OUT BLUE STATES FOR USING SLAVERY HISTORY TO FUND BROADER AGENDA The podcast hosts turned to a recent Truth Social post by Trump targeting Illinois leadership over crime. "Chicago is suffering an unprecedented and particularly violent crime wave that is getting worse by the day," Trump posted on Oct. 6. "The Federal Government can extinguish it quickly and completely, but the Mayor of Chicago, or the Governor of Illinois, must ask for our help. What is wrong with them? Why aren’t they asking? TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE! President DJT." Johnson pushed back against the president’s statement, alleging Trump enriched wealthy Americans while ignoring the demands of "descendants of the formerly enslaved." "He's so sorry. It's real pathetic, right, because it's so disingenuous … This is the president who just released the largest upward transfer of wealth into the hands of the ultrarich at the expense of the demands of those of us who are descendants of the formerly enslaved," Johnson said. "The largest upward transfer of wealth at the expense of education, housing, health care, transportation, good-paying jobs, which literally were all the demands of the formerly enslaved," he added. TRUMP ADMIN VOWS TO STOP REPARATIONS PROGRAMS, ACCUSES OFFICIALS OF 'VIRTUE SIGNALING' TO GET 'VOTES' Johnson also said Trump "cut [the] violence prevention budget by 800 million dollars," slamming the president for being concerned "about the wrong borders" as illegal weapons pour into Chicago. "He cut the ATF budget by 30%. My local police department has worked in tandem with the AFT to get illegal weapons off the streets of Chicago. This year alone, we have removed almost 9000 illegal weapons off the street." The White House dismissed Johnson's claims and called on the mayor to focus on local public safety. "Government programs that dole out money based on race are illegal," a White House spokesperson told Fox News Digital on Wednesday. "Chicago would be better served if Mayor Johnson focused more on lowering his city’s homicide rate instead of advocating for divisive, unconstitutional government action."  BLACK CHICAGOANS CALL ON REPARATIONS FROM GOVERNMENT, MONEY DEPOSITS LIKE 'STIMULUS' CHECKS According to the mayor's office, Chicago has seen notable drops in violent crime since Johnson took office in May 2023, including double-digit decreases in homicides, shootings, and overall violent crime.  Chicago has "achieved historic double-digit decreases in crime and violence" in 2025, a spokesperson for Johnson told Fox News Digital, and is on track to see even further decreases in violent crime in 2026, with homicides down 3.8%, shootings down 1.3%, and robberies down 20.9% from the same period last year. While Johnson did not explicitly use the word "reparations" during the interview, a spokesperson pointed Fox News Digital to the city’s reparations initiatives. Johnson previously signed an executive order establishing a 40-member reparations task force intended to address "historical harms committed against Black Chicagoans and their ancestors." In March, Johnson announced the "Repair Chicago" public engagement initiative aimed at gathering lived experiences from Black residents to inform future municipal policy and direct equity measures. The push for reparations in the region comes as the federal government ramps up legal scrutiny of local programs. Nearby Evanston, Illinois, launched a first-of-its-kind reparations program in 2021 offering $25,000 grants to eligible Black residents or their direct descendants for housing and home repairs, funded by local taxes on legal recreational marijuana sales. To date, Evanston has distributed more than $7 million of an allotted $20 million fund. Earlier this year, the city's Reparations Committee cleared an additional wave of funding for 44 residents. However, the Trump administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) has signaled plans to challenge race-conscious distribution models. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon of the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division previously told Fox News Digital that local officials pushing these measures are "virtue signaling" to win votes. CHICAGO REPARATIONS ADVOCATES SAY FEDERAL GOV MORALLY OWES '7 QUADRILLION DOLLARS' IN SLAVE LABOR Federal intervention is expanding elsewhere as well. In September last year, the DOJ warned officials in Buncombe County, North Carolina, that it would investigate potential civil rights violations if local leaders approved recommendations from the Asheville-Buncombe Community Reparations Commission. Responding to Johnson's remarks on the podcast, White House Spokeswoman Allison Schuster emphasized that the administration remains committed to dismantling race-based initiatives. "President Trump was resoundingly elected with a mandate to end divisive, racist policies and restore merit and efficiency," Schuster told Fox News Digital. "DEI ran rampant during the Biden Administration, and Americans ultimately paid the price for these destructive policies with a restricted labor pool, higher operational costs, and workforce inefficiencies. The Trump Administration will always promote equal treatment under the law for every American, regardless of race or ethnicity." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad02a4675342cf4db906e9a Montez Sweat Suspension Could Bring an Early End to His Bears Tenure te 2026-10-15T01:20:06.496Z Montez Sweat Suspension Could Bring an Early End to His Bears Tenure Chicago Bears DE Montez Sweat may have cost himself a lot more than two game checks with his recent suspension. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad027f875342cf4db906e65 Fest of Fall promises an eclectic lineup of fun te 2026-10-15T01:10:16.618Z Fest of Fall promises an eclectic lineup of fun Posse Grounds filled with cornhole, pickleball and more offerings Fest of Fall returns with an estimated 1,000 people coming out to Posse Grounds Park on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., to celebrate the changing of the seasons. And this year’s edition promises something for everyone with o Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad027f175342cf4db906e38 Copper theft suspect's daring escape caught on bodycam video before deputies discover what he left behind te 2026-10-15T01:10:09.750Z Copper theft suspect's daring escape caught on bodycam video before deputies discover what he left behind An Oklahoma copper theft suspect stunned a deputy with a headfirst dive through a closed window, but overlooked one detail that helped deputies track him down. The encounter unfolded Oct. 1, when Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a burglary in progress at a vacant home on Sunset Lane, according to information included in the agency’s bodycam video. A deputy found Rayven Lee Wooten, 24, of Nicoma Park, inside allegedly stealing copper wire from a dishwasher, authorities said. WATCH: MAN ACCUSED OF AIMING FLAMETHROWER AT OFFICERS SERVING EVICTION NOTICE IN WILD BODYCAM VIDEO Video shared by the sheriff’s office captures the deputy confronting Wooten and repeatedly ordering him to take his hands out of his pockets, turn around and get on his knees. "You’re not listening," the deputy said. "Turn around and get on your knees. You will get shot." Wooten instead ran around the kitchen and dove headfirst through the closed living room window, prompting a startled expletive from the deputy. "He just bailed out the window. He’s on foot," the deputy radioed. WATCH: WILD TRAFFIC STOP TURNS CHAOTIC AS SUSPECT DRIVES OFF WITH ONE COP INSIDE, DRAGS SECOND OFFICER Wooten initially escaped, but deputies said he left his backpack behind with his driver’s license inside, helping them track him down. The sheriff’s office had its own review of the dramatic getaway. "A suspect took the phrase ‘Make a break for it’ a little too literally!" the agency wrote alongside the video, adding that the man "missed his calling as a Hollywood stuntman." Viewers had plenty to say about the deputy’s stunned reaction and the clue the suspect left behind. WATCH: MISSOURI SUSPECT DIVES HEADFIRST OFF BRIDGE IN WILD BID TO EVADE DEPUTIES "So he did all that, then left his identification behind lol," one commenter wrote. "The deputy’s reaction … total disbelief," another added. "Being flabbergasted and the frustration of unlocking the front door = priceless," a third wrote. Officials said Wooten is charged with burglary, resisting arrest and obstructing an officer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad027f075342cf4db906e2f Rams tackle Alaric Jackson wins appeal, will miss just one game for punching Bills' Bradley Chubb te 2026-10-15T01:10:08.806Z Rams tackle Alaric Jackson wins appeal, will miss just one game for punching Bills' Bradley Chubb NFL hearing officer Derrick Brooks reduced Los Angeles Rams tackle Alaric Jackson’s suspension from two games to one on Wednesday for striking Buffalo Bills edge rusher Bradley Chubb. The incident occurred moments after Buffalo’s 37-34 overtime victory over the Rams at SoFi Stadium on Monday night. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! After removing his jersey and shoulder pads, Jackson approached the postgame handshake line and threw a punch at Chubb. Jackson later claimed Chubb made sexually degrading remarks about his mother during the game. Chubb did not retaliate. The successful appeal saves Jackson an estimated $934,555 against his $16.8 million base salary, reducing his lost pay from two game checks to one. RAMS OFFENSIVE LINEMAN PUNCHES BILLS LINEBACKER AFTER THRILLING GAME: 'TEMPERS GOT FLARED' "They always catch the second guy, so I let him swing, and then my teammates held me back, and I just chilled," Chubb said postgame. Jackson will serve the one-game ban Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals and is eligible to return in Week 7 against the Las Vegas Raiders. The official suspension statement read, in part: "After the game, as players were shaking hands and exchanging jerseys, Jackson struck Buffalo linebacker Bradley Chubb in the face after a brief confrontation, violating Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1, which applies to "any act which is contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship." The ruling comes amid Jackson's prior disciplinary history with the league. The NFL suspended Jackson for the first two games of the 2024 season under the Personal Conduct Policy regarding unconsented phone recordings, and he entered a diversion program following a June arrest on suspicion of domestic violence. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad027ef75342cf4db906e26 Mike Tomlin offers blunt take on NFL players-only meetings: ‘I think you’re dead’ te 2026-10-15T01:10:07.719Z Mike Tomlin offers blunt take on NFL players-only meetings: ‘I think you’re dead’ The Dallas Cowboys’ uneven start continued in Week 5, when they fell to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and dropped to 2-3 through five games. Much of the scrutiny has centered on Dallas’ defense, which has struggled to find consistency during the team’s early-season stretch. Against that backdrop, the Cowboys reportedly held a players-only meeting. Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach and current NBC Sports NFL analyst Mike Tomlin offered his perspective on what a players-only meeting can signal about a team’s state of affairs. MIKE TOMLIN'S COACH CRITICISM MAKES HIM BETTER TV ANALYST BUT RAISES QUESTION WHETHER HE'S EYEING COWBOYS JOB "I think you’re dead," Tomlin told ESPN’s Jason Kelce and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, during the latest episode of the brothers’ "New Heights" podcast. Tomlin later clarified that his concern was less about whether a players-only meeting had occurred than about the fact that it became a subject of public discussions. "If it did occur, I’d like to not hear about it," Tomlin said. "The fact that you hear about it is what makes it BS." JERRY JONES GOES ALL IN AS COWBOYS TRADE FOR STEELERS' JOEY PORTER JR IN HOPES OF SUPER BOWL PUSH Jason Kelce’s visible support for the Philadelphia Eagles during broadcasts has drawn attention since he retired from the only team he played for and moved into broadcasting. Travis Kelce then asked whether Tomlin had faced criticism for speaking fondly of the Steelers during "Football Night in America" broadcasts. "To be honest with ya, I don’t care if I do," Tomlin said. "How can you be somewhere 19 years, man, and had really a personal stake in most of the guys being there and not care for ’em? Not root for ’em? Not be for ’em? I’m not gonna pretend that I’m not. I can’t do that. Certainly, I got a job to do, and I’m gonna do it. But everybody knows where my heart is and where my support is, and I’m not apologizing for that." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Matt Eberflus served as the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator last season under head coach Brian Schottenheimer. He joined the San Francisco 49ers as assistant head coach/defense for 2026, with Dallas turning to Christian Parker to lead the defense. The Cowboys have shown modest improvement under Parker in some areas, but they still rank near the bottom of the NFL in yards allowed per game through five weeks. Shortly after last Thursday’s 24-16 loss to the Bucs, Schottenheimer began making changes to a Dallas defense that has largely struggled thus far. One of those changes included adding a familiar face to the coaching staff. Mike Pettine will join the Cowboys as senior defensive assistant. Pettine has also worked with Parker in the past. The Cowboys will travel to historic Lambeau Field on Sunday night for a Week 6 matchup with the Green Bay Packers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad027ec75342cf4db906def Ricursive Intelligence is betting on AI-designed chips to help solve the compute crisis te 2026-10-15T01:10:04.893Z Ricursive Intelligence is betting on AI-designed chips to help solve the compute crisis The founders detailed how their startup is developing AI that can design chips, learn from each iteration, and improve subsequent designs, all with the goal of automating and accelerating the chip design process. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0233e75342cf4db906d2d Katie Zacharia Is Trump’s New Press Secretary. But Is She a Lawyer? te 2026-10-15T00:50:06.998Z Katie Zacharia Is Trump’s New Press Secretary. But Is She a Lawyer? Katie Zacharia told The New York Times that the confusion over her legal credentials is the result of one big misunderstanding. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0233d75342cf4db906d11 David Ortiz Has Thoughts on Ohtani Being in LA Lineup; They Aren’t Pretty te 2026-10-15T00:50:05.945Z David Ortiz Has Thoughts on Ohtani Being in LA Lineup; They Aren’t Pretty Probably not a good sign that the Red Sox legend started the sentence with “Look, I love Ohtani…” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0233c75342cf4db906cf5 Flock CEO defends surveillance technology amid national backlash: ‘We shouldn’t pause progress’ te 2026-10-15T00:50:04.447Z Flock CEO defends surveillance technology amid national backlash: ‘We shouldn’t pause progress’ At TechCrunch Disrupt, Flock CEO Garrett Langley defended his company's surveillance technology despite growing privacy concerns, arguing that its crime-fighting benefits outweigh the risks of abuse. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad020e875342cf4db906a12 Chargers Could Replace OC Mike McDaniel With This Former Head Coach: Report te 2026-10-15T00:40:08.604Z Chargers Could Replace OC Mike McDaniel With This Former Head Coach: Report The Chargers haven't decided about Mike McDaniel's future on the staff, but if they choose to let him go, they have a backup plan. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad020e775342cf4db906a09 Should SF Giants Consider This Braves Pitcher Reunion After Dismal Season? te 2026-10-15T00:40:07.380Z Should SF Giants Consider This Braves Pitcher Reunion After Dismal Season? Another day, another San Francisco free agent consideration. But this time? It’s fixing a trade that went down during the season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad020e675342cf4db906a00 NFL Reduces Alaric Jackson's Suspension Following Punch te 2026-10-15T00:40:06.093Z NFL Reduces Alaric Jackson's Suspension Following Punch Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson had his suspension reduced following a postgame incident Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad020e475342cf4db9069e4 Meet the five companies competing in the Startup Battlefield finals at Disrupt 2026 te 2026-10-15T00:40:04.290Z Meet the five companies competing in the Startup Battlefield finals at Disrupt 2026 It’s time to unveil the five companies that will be competing in the Startup Battlefield finals. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad01e8e75342cf4db906997 How Trump Voters Feel About High Grocery Prices Ahead of The Midterms te 2026-10-15T00:30:06.207Z How Trump Voters Feel About High Grocery Prices Ahead of The Midterms With the midterms nearing, some are venting frustration with the president while others are standing by him. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad01c3975342cf4db906928 Trump torches Democrats at Arizona rally, warns they will ‘destroy our country’ ahead of midterms te 2026-10-15T00:20:09.033Z Trump torches Democrats at Arizona rally, warns they will ‘destroy our country’ ahead of midterms President Donald Trump brought a blunt warning to Arizona voters Wednesday, declaring Democrats would "destroy our country" as he blasted their State of the Union conduct and urged supporters to turn the state red from top to bottom. With Election Day less than three weeks away, Trump rallied behind Republican gubernatorial nominee Rep. Andy Biggs and a slate of GOP candidates during a campaign stop in Bullhead City, taking aim at Democrat Gov. Katie Hobbs and calling for a victory in honor of Charlie Kirk. "On election night, Arizona is going to prove that America does not belong to those who hate it," Trump said. "America belongs to those who love, love, love, love — love it." TRUMP CAMPAIGN INSIDER REVEALS STRATEGY BEHIND MIDTERM BLITZ THAT WHITE HOUSE HOPES PAYS OFF BIG Biggs joined Trump onstage and pointed back to the president’s February State of the Union address to Congress, accusing Democrats of refusing to stand when Trump challenged lawmakers about their commitment to Americans. "Vote Republican top to bottom," Biggs told the crowd. "Let’s turn Arizona red." TRUMP ISSUES BLUNT MIDTERM WARNING, VANCE GREETED WITH ‘48’ CHANTS: TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM GOP CONVENTION Trump seized on the criticism, shifting to lawmakers’ reactions to a veteran honored during the speech. "Not one Democrat smiled or clapped," Trump said. "And that’s when I looked at them and I said, ‘You people are crazy.’" JOHN FETTERMAN DEFENDS TRUMP SUPPORTERS, CONDEMNS FELLOW DEMOCRATS' 'F--- TRUMP' STRATEGY "But that’s what we have," he continued. "They’ll destroy our country." Trump’s account combined separate moments from the Feb. 24 address. He awarded the Medal of Honor to retired Navy Capt. E. Royce Williams, who was 100 at the time, as Trump recalled Wednesday. He also recognized World War II veteran George "Buddy" Taggart. MICHAEL MONSOOR HAD AN ESCAPE ROUTE — THE MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT CHOSE TO SAVE HIS TEAMMATES INSTEAD The partisan stand-or-sit confrontation came when Trump asked lawmakers to affirm that the government’s first duty was to protect American citizens rather than illegal immigrants.  Republicans rose while many Democrats remained seated. Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania separately said he stood to recognize honored guests, including veterans. On Wednesday, Trump also aimed repeated personal attacks at Hobbs, who Biggs is seeking to unseat, calling her a "low IQ individual." BATTLEGROUND DEM GOVERNOR TORCHED FOR ‘DRUNKEN SAILOR’ SPENDING GOP CRITIC SAYS IS SYMBOLIC OF BIGGER PROBLEM Trump praised Biggs’ running mate, former state Sen. Sine Kerr, who is seeking to become Arizona’s first lieutenant governor.  Biggs selected Kerr in July for the newly created office. TRUMP FLEXES GOP MUSCLE IN ARIZONA PRIMARIES AS DEMS DODGE FAR-LEFT UPSET Trump also urged supporters to elect Republican secretary of state candidate Alex Kolodin, calling him "a warrior for election integrity" as he attacked Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes. "You look good, central casting, actually," Trump told Kolodin, joking that he looked "a little bit nerdy." Trump gave shoutouts to Republican Reps. Paul Gosar, Abe Hamadeh and Eli Crane, describing Hamadeh and Crane as "warriors." He also praised congressional candidate Mark Lamb, calling him "a friend of mine" and urging voters to send him to Washington to represent Arizona’s 5th Congressional District. The rally also included a tribute to Kirk, whom Trump remembered on what he said would have been the conservative activist’s 33rd birthday. "A great person, a great man, a great friend of mine," Trump said as the crowd chanted, "Charlie! Charlie!" Trump offered support to Kirk’s widow, Erika, and their family before turning the remembrance into a call to vote. "In Charlie’s honor, we want you to go out and vote," Trump said. "He’d be out there fighting like nobody else. So let’s have a big victory in honor of Charlie Kirk." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad01c3875342cf4db90691f Elizabeth Hurley sizzles in bathrobe as diamond ring sparks Billy Ray Cyrus romance speculation te 2026-10-15T00:20:08.060Z Elizabeth Hurley sizzles in bathrobe as diamond ring sparks Billy Ray Cyrus romance speculation Elizabeth Hurley's latest sultry selfies have put a massive ring in the spotlight. The 61-year-old actress shared a series of behind-the-scenes photos from the set of her new television project, posing in a white bathrobe that slipped off one shoulder while a large diamond ring on her left hand caught attention. In one mirror selfie, Hurley lounged on a bed with her bare legs on display, holding up her phone as the oversized ring sparkled on her finger. ELIZABETH HURLEY WOWS IN DARING YELLOW STRING BIKINI AS SHE CELEBRATES HER 61ST BIRTHDAY Her highlighted brunette hair fell in loose waves around her face, while the loosely draped robe revealed one shoulder. Another photo showed Hurley posing for a mirror selfie in the same white robe, with one leg stretched across the bed. Although the ring remained on her finger, it was turned inward, concealing the large stone seen in the other shot. The eye-catching ring left fans wondering whether it had something to do with her relationship with country singer Billy Ray Cyrus or was simply part of her character's wardrobe for the show. "Day 1 on set #TheBurbs 🎬❤️ @Peacock @ImagineEntertainment," Hurley captioned the Instagram carousel. One follower went straight to the question surrounding the ring. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "So should we be calling you by Mrs. Cyrus or Mrs. fisher ?" the person wrote. Hurley has not publicly explained the significance of the ring in the photos, and it remains unclear whether the jewelry belongs to her or her character. Other followers focused on the actress's return to television. Her son, Damian Hurley, enthusiastically commented, "SO EXCITED ❤️❤️❤️." "Can’t wait," another person wrote. "Nice robe for day one 🎬," a third added. Hurley also included a photo of a colorful flower arrangement featuring purple roses and pink blooms, accompanied by a handwritten note reading, "Welcome to The Burbs! Love Celeste." The flowers appeared to be a welcome from Celeste Hughey, the creator and executive producer of Peacock's "The 'Burbs." Hurley is joining the second season of Peacock's "The 'Burbs" as Beverly "Bev" Fisher, the mother of Rob Fisher, played by Jack Whitehall. The mystery comedy, loosely inspired by the 1989 film starring Tom Hanks, follows a married couple whose move into the husband's childhood home exposes unsettling secrets in their seemingly quiet suburban neighborhood. ELIZABETH HURLEY SIZZLES IN SKIMPY ORANGE BIKINI AS SHE FLAUNTS HER SVELTE PHYSIQUE AT 60 Further details about Hurley's character and her role in the upcoming season have not yet been revealed. While the ring's meaning remains a mystery, Hurley's real-life romance with Cyrus has been anything but a secret. The actress and the "Achy Breaky Heart" singer went public with their relationship on Easter Sunday in April 2025, sharing a photo of Cyrus kissing Hurley on the cheek. The couple first met while filming the 2022 holiday movie "Christmas in Paradise," although their romance did not begin until they reconnected years later. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Cyrus previously revealed that Hurley reached out to him during a difficult period in his life, sending an unexpected message of support after they had gone roughly two years without speaking. "We did very few scenes together but the couple times we were in the same scene there was a chemistry there," Cyrus said during an appearance on Apple Music Country's "The Ty Bentli Show," according to People. "We just laughed, and it was at a time I wasn’t laughing a lot." The country singer said their connection ultimately developed into something that brought him happiness after a challenging stretch. "It's just a good thing. It's been a long time since I've been this happy," he said. BILLY RAY CYRUS GUSHES OVER 'BEAUTIFUL GIRLFRIEND' ELIZABETH HURLEY AFTER OLIVIER AWARDS RED CARPET More recently, Hurley offered a glimpse into their relationship during a July 2026 appearance on the British talk show "This Morning." Asked about their blended families and the time they spend between the United States and England, Hurley appeared pleased with how the arrangement was working. "Well, blended families and blended continents," she said. "It's actually great." Hurley explained that Cyrus had become increasingly comfortable spending extended periods at her home in the English countryside. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Billy hadn't really been to England much, apart from short tours or something, but he spent months on end in England in the country," she said. "He loves it, too." The actress also joked that Cyrus has been attempting to improve his domestic skills. "He's definitely a country boy," Hurley said. "He can't cook or really do anything like that. So he's trying to learn because he wants to be able to bring me a tray for breakfast or something," she continued. "That hasn't quite happened yet." Hurley added that Cyrus had managed to help with one task around her property: picking apples from her orchard. Fox News Digital reached out to a representative for Hurley for comment regarding the ring. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad01c3575342cf4db9068fe Red Sox Predicted to Sign Star Outfielder in Major Offseason Move te 2026-10-15T00:20:05.772Z Red Sox Predicted to Sign Star Outfielder in Major Offseason Move The Boston Red Sox are being predicted to sign star outfielder Randy Arozarena in free agency during this offseason. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad019e175342cf4db906894 Drake Maye Makes Feelings Clear on AJ Brown's Patriots Return te 2026-10-15T00:10:09.814Z Drake Maye Makes Feelings Clear on AJ Brown's Patriots Return Patriots quarterback Drake Maye reacted to teammate AJ Brown's return to practice after missing five games with an injury. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad019e075342cf4db90688b Warriors Announce Major Kristaps Porzingis Update Ahead of NBA Season te 2026-10-15T00:10:08.544Z Warriors Announce Major Kristaps Porzingis Update Ahead of NBA Season Kristaps Porzingis addresses his health struggles after the Warriors confirm he will remain sidelined indefinitely. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad019df75342cf4db90686f Gudea leverages AI to help organizations prevent social media crises before they erupt te 2026-10-15T00:10:07.049Z Gudea leverages AI to help organizations prevent social media crises before they erupt Every day, conversations unfold across social media and websites around the world. A seemingly insignificant post—whether it involves AI-generated misinformation, hate speech, or a damaging rumor—can quickly snowball into a much larger public controversy. Gudea, a company that tracks how stories and Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad019dd75342cf4db906862 Proposición 430: Pima Community College pide a los votantes un bono de $250 millones ante la reducción de fondos estatales y federales te 2026-10-15T00:10:05.247Z Proposición 430: Pima Community College pide a los votantes un bono de $250 millones ante la reducción de fondos estatales y federales Read in English Cuando Andrew Martini era más joven y vivía en California, el garaje de su vecino comenzó a incendiarse. Llamaron al departamento de bomberos y, en cuestión de minutos, los bomberos llegaron al lugar para apagar el fuego. “Fue una experiencia realmente buena poder presenciar aquello y recibir la ayuda que necesitábamos en ese momento, especialmente por la eficiencia con la que actuaron”, dijo Martini. “Desde entonces, siempre he querido ayudar a la gente y poder hacer ese tipo de trabajo, porque me pareció muy interesante”. Actualmente, Martini cursa su segunda semana de formación en el programa de técnico en emergencias médicas (EMT, por sus siglas en inglés) del Pima Community College, con el objetivo de convertirse en bombero estructural o forestal. Hasta ahora, asegura que ha aprendido mucho en sus clases, especialmente porque la formación es muy práctica. “Ha sido de gran ayuda contar con maniquíes y poder practicar directamente con ellos”, dijo. “Es muy útil para entender cómo hacer las cosas correctamente y tener la oportunidad de realizar los procedimientos uno mismo, paso a paso y con calma, para comprender mejor el tema e involucrarse más en el proceso”. Andrew Martini (en el centro) aprende a realizar ventilación con bolsa-válvula-mascarilla (BVM) en un maniquí adulto que presenta apnea, durante su curso de EMT junto a sus compañeros de clase. El ejercicio consiste en insuflar aire en los pulmones de un adulto que ha dejado de respirar y es una de las primeras habilidades que Martini ha adquirido en su proceso para obtener la certificación como EMT. Crédito: Susan Barnett. Credit: Susan Barnett El programa de EMT podría beneficiarse de la aprobación de la Proposición 430, un bono de obligación general que proporcionaría $250 millones para modernizar las instalaciones antiguas del Pima Community College y ampliar la capacitación laboral en carreras de alta demanda y buenos salarios. Las boletas anticipadas se enviarán el 7 de octubre para las elecciones generales del 3 de noviembre. “Estamos en un punto en el que no estaríamos pidiendo esto si la institución realmente no lo necesitaría para seguir adelante”, dijo Greg Taylor, miembro de la Junta Directiva del Pima Community College. “No lo estamos pidiendo simplemente porque sería bueno contar con estas mejoras en el futuro. Estamos en una situación en la que son indispensables. Si no recibimos estos fondos adicionales para compensar las importantes pérdidas de financiamiento que estamos viendo por parte de los gobiernos estatal y federal, la institución no podrá continuar funcionando como hasta ahora y tendrá una capacidad mucho más limitada para responder a las necesidades de la comunidad”. Proyecto Cantidad Nuevo Centro de Excelencia de Seguridad Pública$39,800,000 Nueva sede de la policía del campus en el campus downtown$29,000,000 Renovar los centros de apoyo y éxito estudiantil$27,300,000 Modernizar y ampliar los espacios académicos (ciberseguridad/TI, artes, STEM, educación)$57,000,000 Actualizar y mejorar la infraestructura existente (instalaciones y TI)$58,900,000 Refinanciar bonos de ingresos para reducir los pagos futuros de intereses$38,000,000 Costo total estimado$250,000,000 Lo que haría el bono Si se aprueba el bono, las primeras prioridades serían atender el mantenimiento aplazado y las reparaciones necesarias, dijo David Bea, vicerrector ejecutivo de Finanzas y Administración, durante una sesión informativa organizada por Pima Foundation, una de las cinco que la fundación realizó para explicar la propuesta a los votantes. Alrededor de una docena de personas asistieron a la sesión, en la que el canciller Jeffrey Nasse mostró una imagen de una tubería obstruida por residuos como un ejemplo de las necesidades del colegio. “Han pasado 30 años desde la última vez que solicitamos un bono, mucho tiempo sin ese tipo de mejoras”, dijo Nasse. Añadió que la institución necesita modernizar todo, desde los sistemas de tecnología de la información (TI) y calefacción, ventilación y aire acondicionado (HVAC) hasta los sistemas eléctricos y otras instalaciones. “Además de que todo es muy antiguo y no es adecuado para respaldar nuestra misión, las cosas son cada vez más caras, por lo que incluso tratar de reunir los recursos necesarios a medida que aumenta la inflación representa un desafío para la institución.” El bono también le permitiría al colegio ahorrar aproximadamente $4 millones mediante el refinanciamiento de la deuda existente, dijo Nasse. Otros proyectos incluyen $29 millones para construir la sede de la policía en el campus del centro de Tucson, $27.3 millones para renovar los centros de apoyo y éxito estudiantil y $57 millones para modernizar y ampliar los espacios académicos. Los proyectos se llevarían a cabo por etapas, y algunos aún necesitarían pasar por el proceso de diseño arquitectónico y revisión de los programas. Bea estimó que los primeros edificios nuevos abrirían en un plazo de tres a cinco años, y que muchos proyectos estarían en las últimas etapas de construcción alrededor del quinto año. El canciller Jeffrey Nasse habla ante una docena de asistentes en el campus West de Pima sobre la necesidad de la Proposición 430. El evento fue una de las cinco sesiones informativas organizadas por la Fundación Pima para informar a los votantes. Crédito: Susan Barnett. Credit: Susan Barnett ¿Por qué ahora? El bono de $250 millones se calculó utilizando una fórmula que el estado empleaba para asignar fondos de capital y operación a los colegios comunitarios. Según Jeff Silvyn, asesor jurídico general del colegio, Pima hubiera recibido aproximadamente $221 millones si no se hubieran aplicado los recortes al financiamiento estatal. “El bono que estamos solicitando es apenas un poco más que esa cantidad. Por lo tanto, prácticamente compensaría lo que la institución dejó de recibir en fondos estatales”, dijo Silvyn. Para una vivienda valuada en $250,000, el costo para un residente del Condado de Pima sería de aproximadamente $2.60 al mes, es decir, unos $31 al año, añadió.  Han pasado 30 años desde la última vez que Pima solicitó a los votantes autorización para emitir un bono. Según los funcionarios de la institución, varios factores contribuyen a esta necesidad, entre ellos un aumento en la demanda, los continuos recortes estatales y la pérdida de subvenciones federales. Bea dijo que, si bien Pima solía recibir alrededor de $23 millones al año en fondos estatales para operaciones, mantenimiento e infraestructura, ahora, recibe $1.5 millones anuales del estado para apoyar los programas de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas (STEM, por sus siglas en inglés), así como los programas de capacitación laboral. Los primeros recortes se debieron a la recesión de 2008, cuando la legislatura redujo el presupuesto en unos $12 millones. Posteriormente, en 2016, los legisladores estatales eliminaron por completo la asignación anual de fondos operativos para los dos distritos de colegios comunitarios más grandes: Pima y Maricopa, según Silvyn. A nivel federal, el colegio ha perdido subvenciones que se habían renovado durante 30 años. El colegio afirma haber buscado formas de reducir costos: alquilando instalaciones en el Condado de Pima, reubicando programas y personal, y abordando el consumo de energía y agua mediante la modernización de los servicios públicos y la infraestructura. “Esperábamos poder contar con financiación estatal o federal para llevar a cabo este tipo de iniciativas, pero esos fondos ya no existen y no parece que vayan a volver a corto plazo”, señaló Taylor. “Así que la pregunta que nos queda es: ¿decidirán los votantes del Condado de Pima que el colegio es una institución en la que queremos invertir por nuestra cuenta?”. Si no se aprueba la emisión de bonos, el colegio tendrá que reducir el alcance de los proyectos y buscar otras vías de financiación, como aumentar el impuesto principal sobre la propiedad o las tasas de matrícula; ambas medidas quedan a discreción de la Junta de Gobierno del PCC. Este año, la institución aumentó la matrícula en $2.50 por crédito para los cursos de nivel inferior y añadió una tarifa de $10 por crédito para los estudiantes de secundaria inscritos en cursos de matrícula dual.  La Junta también aprobó un incremento del 2% en el impuesto sobre la propiedad para los residentes del Condado de Pima para el ciclo 2026-2027, lo que representa el aumento máximo permitido por la legislación estatal. El colegio tiene autorización para aumentar el impuesto principal sobre la propiedad un 2% cada año, pudiendo acumular los porcentajes no utilizados para años futuros, según explicó Justin Kree — director de relaciones con los medios — en un correo electrónico. “Por ejemplo, si el colegio comunitario aumentará los impuestos sobre la propiedad un 1% este año, la Junta podría incrementarlos hasta un 3% al año siguiente”, señaló. “Entre los 10 distritos de colegios comunitarios de Arizona, PCC tiene la cuarta tasa impositiva más baja y mantendría esa misma posición si se aprueba el bono”. Oposición No existe una oposición organizada a la propuesta, salvo un argumento en contra incluido en el folleto informativo para votantes de PCC que llegó a los buzones a finales de septiembre. En dicho folleto, Carlos Mejorado Carrillo, exalumno de PCC y residente del Condado de Pima, manifestó su oposición al bono, principalmente porque considera que la institución no ha sido lo suficientemente transparente con la comunidad. Dice que PCC no ha publicado “una contabilidad de promesas a resultados clara que muestre cómo las inversiones anteriores mejoraron la finalización, el empleo, los salarios, el acceso y la equidad” en relación con la Proposición 481. La propuesta, aprobada en 2020 por los votantes con el 70% de respaldo, otorgó a la institución mayor flexibilidad para utilizar los ingresos fiscales sin afectar a los contribuyentes. El asesor jurídico general, Silvyn, dijo que existen tres mecanismos distintos para garantizar que los fondos del bono se utilicen según lo prometido: la junta directiva, elegida por los votantes; un comité de finanzas y auditoría, cuyos integrantes son seleccionados por la junta y está conformado por entre ocho y 12 miembros de la comunidad con experiencia relevante en el área; y la auditoría anual que realiza el estado. El programa de EMT del campus East de Pima utiliza equipos de nivel profesional para capacitar a los estudiantes en situaciones reales que podrían enfrentar en el campo de trabajo; por ejemplo, una camilla líder en el sector que fue una de las primeras en incorporar un sistema de elevación hidráulica para reducir la carga física de los técnicos. Crédito: Susan Barnett. Credit: Susan Barnett Nuevo Centro de Excelencia para el Personal de Primera Respuesta y la Seguridad Pública Cuando Martini, estudiante del programa de EMT, investigaba dónde continuar su formación, acompañó a varias estaciones de bomberos durante sus recorridos de trabajo y habló con numerosos bomberos para preguntarles dónde le convenía estudiar. Según dijo, todos le recomendaron a Pima. Aunque antes no sabía nada sobre el bono, afirmó que ahora va a “votar a favor al 100%”. “Las personas recibirán una mejor capacitación, utilizarán mejores materiales y tendrán mejores equipos. Estarán mejor preparadas para salvar vidas y ayudar a las personas cuando lo necesiten”, dijo. “Lo más importante es que tendrán esa confianza en sí mismas y sabrán que pueden atender a quienes necesitan ayuda”. Muchos de los profesionales de seguridad pública de Tucson han recibido capacitación en Pima, según Todd Canale, decano de Seguridad Pública del colegio, gracias a un acuerdo de colaboración que mantiene con varias agencias de primeros auxilios de Tucson y del Condado de Pima. El colegio también colabora con organizaciones comunitarias, como el programa Earn While You Learn de AMR, en el que los estudiantes reciben un pago mientras completan un curso de seis semanas para obtener su certificación de EMT. Ese programa, al igual que el programa de paramédicos de la institución — que Canale describió como un “programa de referencia en todo el país” —, se encuentra en una antigua escuela primaria de 60 años ubicada en la calle 29, donde ambos funcionan desde 2012. El año pasado se rompió una tubería de aguas residuales, lo que reforzó para Canale la necesidad de trasladar el programa al campus este. El bono destinaría $39.8 millones a la creación de un Centro de Excelencia para Personal de Emergencias y Seguridad Pública. El centro reuniría todas las disciplinas de seguridad pública bajo un mismo techo y contaría con espacios como salas de evidencia, módulos de simulación y posiblemente una sala de audiencias simulada, para que los estudiantes adquieran experiencia práctica en situaciones similares a las del mundo real. “Imaginen cuánto mejor preparados estarían los estudiantes si pudieran aprender y capacitarse en un entorno parecido al que encontrarán en su trabajo, con el mismo tipo de equipo que utilizarán cuando estén trabajando”, dijo Canale. “Esa es la idea. Así, cuando salgan de Pima Community College y comiencen a trabajar, se sentirán cómodos y estarán preparados”. The post Proposición 430: Pima Community College pide a los votantes un bono de $250 millones ante la reducción de fondos estatales y federales appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ad0178a75342cf4db9067ea Dodgers star Will Smith's wife delivers third 'October baby' just before Dodgers Game 3 bout vs Brewers te 2026-10-15T00:00:10.967Z Dodgers star Will Smith's wife delivers third 'October baby' just before Dodgers Game 3 bout vs Brewers The Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NLCS as the series against the Milwaukee Brewers moves to the West Coast, and all the stars for the home team will need to be at their best. Dodgers catcher Will Smith, though, has a valid reason to be thinking elsewhere on Wednesday night: his wife delivered their third child. Smith’s wife, Cara, posted on Instagram Wednesday to announce the birth of their third daughter, Carter. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "Our third October baby girl… Carter," Cara posted with cute emojis. As she mentioned, the Smith family has welcomed all three of their children now in the month of October. Charlotte, the couple’s first daughter, was born in 2022. Then, Layton came in October 2024 – where the Dodgers won the World Series. Now, the Smiths are hoping the arrival of Carter can lead to the team’s third trip to the World Series in three seasons. However, they head into Wednesday night chasing after the Brewers, owners of the best record in baseball this season, taking a commanding lead. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! But the arrival of Carter couldn’t have come at a better time for the Smiths, as Will had a break in between Games 2 and 3 to allow for travel and rest, with the series switching cities. Unfortunately for him, it’s not too long of a break, as Smith will be back behind the dish catching Blake Snell in what feels like a must-win game to get back into the series. Of course, it’s only Game 3 and momentum can swing at any time. But Los Angeles knows, because they’ve done it before to other teams, how strong a 3-0 series lead in a best-of-seven matchup can be. It’s not a place they want to be against the Brewers. Smith is also hoping his third daughter’s birth can give him a bit of luck, as he’s been struggling at the plate in recent games. Smith has gotten just one hit this postseason, going 1-for-19 with eight strikeouts and one walk. He isn’t the only Dodgers player struggling, though, as Shohei Ohtani has been reeling at the plate. The two-way superstar has been dealing with injuries to his knee and arm, but he said that is no excuse for how he’s been hitting. Manager Dave Roberts is leaving him in the lineup, as he was moved to sixth as the team’s designated hitter against left-hander Robert Gasser for the Brewers. Smith will hit behind Ohtani in the seven hole and assume his regular catching duties. 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