https://meenews.co/post/6ac2b04b75342cf4db8bf920 Israeli soccer players wear armbands to remember terror attack victims as Irish opponents pull stunt again te 2026-10-04T20:00:11.082Z Israeli soccer players wear armbands to remember terror attack victims as Irish opponents pull stunt again Israel soccer players wore a black armband in remembrance of the Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack victims on Sunday as they took on Ireland in a Nations League match. The armbands read, "7.10," signifying the date of Hamas’ terror attack, which left more than 1,000 Israelis dead. The Israel Football Association announced before the match that UEFA approved the armbands. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "@UEFA has approved the Israel Football Association’s request for the national team to wear black armbands in tonight’s match against @IrelandFootball in memory of those murdered in the October 7 massacre," the organization wrote on X. "May their memory be a blessing." The second match between Israel and Ireland occurred amid heightened tension between the two nations. Ireland’s soccer team has faced pressure to boycott matches against Israel over the country’s response to Hamas’ terror attack. Ireland has been in staunch support of Palestinians with the soccer association going as far as putting forth a motion to bar Israel from club and international competitions. Still, Ireland soccer has resisted match boycotts over fear of sanctions from UEFA. Ireland and Israel faced each other in the Nations League in September and Irish players refused to shake hands with their Israeli opponents and wore black armbands in protest. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE On Sunday, Irish players did it again. Players refused to shake hands with the Israeli team and wore black armbands in protest. Before the second match took place, Israeli journalists clashed with Ireland soccer’s communications manager Kieran Crowley. Crowley tried to limit a pre-match press conference with the media to soccer questions. But he took exception to a question about racism allegations against Irish soccer players. "That’s completely untrue," Crowley shouted back. The press conference ended shortly afterward. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2b04a75342cf4db8bf917 Chad Lowe’s daughter Mabel shares heartbreaking tribute to late sister Fiona, 13 te 2026-10-04T20:00:10.176Z Chad Lowe’s daughter Mabel shares heartbreaking tribute to late sister Fiona, 13 This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Chad Lowe's daughter, Mabel, mourned the loss of her younger sister Fiona. Mabel, 17, shared a carousel of images with her sister in a heartbreaking post shared on social media over the weekend. Fiona died at a Los Angeles hospital on Sept. 29, according to the County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner's office. She was 13. Her official cause of death was ruled a suicide, per the County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner's office. NEW DETAILS RELEASED AFTER DEATH OF CHAD LOWE'S TEENAGE DAUGHTER "I love you so much fiona," Mabel wrote on Instagram. "I wish your short time here was easier and i hope your mind is at ease now. I will honor you forever and keep your memory alive. I love you, i hope you knew just how much." A number of family friends sent condolences during the difficult time. Jeremy Renner wrote, "Bless you dear Mabel 🙏🏼🙏🏼. ❤️‍🩹 My deepest condolences to you and the family." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Jessica Capshaw noted, "What a beautiful tribute to your sister ♥️♥️ I have had you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and I’m sending you all so much love." Kimberly Williams Paisley added, "Mabel, we’ve been thinking of your family all week and sending you prayers and so much love," while Selma Blair said, "I wish for so much for you in her memory." CHAD LOWE MOURNS DEATH OF 13-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER FIONA, CALLING HER 'THE LIGHT OF OUR LIVES' Fiona was the middle child of Lowe and his wife Kim Painter. The two have been together for nearly two decades, building a relatively private family life away from much of the Hollywood spotlight. "We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona," the family said in a statement provided to Page Six on Tuesday. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "She was a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance," the statement continued. "She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "Her passing is devastating for our entire family and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time." The family concluded its statement by encouraging anyone struggling with mental health issues to contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Lowe, the younger brother of actor Rob Lowe, is an Emmy-winning actor and director best known for "Life Goes On," "Pretty Little Liars" and "9-1-1: Lone Star." Painter is a producer and casting professional whose credits include "Enemy of the State," "Ted Bundy" and "Instant Dads." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2adf175342cf4db8bf8d4 Majority Leader Thune warns Chuck Schumer 'lives in fear' of socialists taking over Democratic Party te 2026-10-04T19:50:09.155Z Majority Leader Thune warns Chuck Schumer 'lives in fear' of socialists taking over Democratic Party Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer "lives in fear" of the Democratic Party's far-left wing Saturday on "My View with Lara Trump," arguing the longtime New York lawmaker has increasingly deferred to progressives as Republicans and Democrats head into the final stretch before the midterm elections. "I think he lives in fear of that every day. I really do," Thune, R-S.D., said when asked whether he thinks Schumer is concerned with being overtaken by "socialists." "I look at the way that the leaders in the Senate now act, and he voted once to open up the government when they were in the process of shutting it down the first time, and it just got blown up by the far left. And ever since then, I mean, it's kind of whatever they want. They defer to that far-left base." Thune made the remarks while discussing what he characterized as Democratic pushback in the Senate, arguing Republicans have been unable to advance several pieces of legislation that are traditionally supported by both parties, like military funding. TED CRUZ NAMES ‘MOST POWERFUL DEMOCRAT’ AS HE WARNS SOCIALIST RISE HAS PARALYZED BIPARTISANSHIP "We have a saying in my office that if you don't get national security right, the rest is conversation. You've got to protect the country. And so funding our military, the defense authorization bill, as I mentioned earlier — the Democrats blocked us from even getting on it on the floor. Historically, that's been bipartisan," Thune said. He also emphasized the importance of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which he said is "critical to our intelligence community." "Those are the kinds of things that keep me up at night. I think, to me, it's always about keeping this country safe and secure. Since that problem is kind of now solved, people are like, 'OK, what have you done for me lately?' And obviously, you know, we've got more to do." "But the trajectory that we are on as a country, when it comes to economic policy, national security, the border, all these issues, we are headed in the right direction," he added. SENATE DEMS DRAW RARE LINE AGAINST MUST-PASS PENTAGON BILL The South Dakota senator outlined Republicans' legislative priorities should the GOP retain control of Congress in November, which included military funding, judicial nominations, permitting reform and more. "If we can maintain the majorities in the House and the Senate, the sky's the limit," he said. Thune's remarks follow several prominent victories for Democratic socialist candidates, including recent wins in high-profile primary elections across state and local levels. In New York City, Darializa Avila Chevalier, the 32-year-old community organizer backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, narrowly topped incumbent Democrat Adriano Espaillat, the 71-year-old Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair and the first Dominican American elected to the U.S. House. Mamdani-endorsed state Assembly member Claire Valdez, who won her primary in June in New York's 7th District, emphasized in her victory speech that "we haven't just won an election. We have declared that this movement is durable — that it is growing, and that it will not stop until working people are no longer asked to just build the table, no longer just offered a seat at the table, but will run the table." While progressive figures continue to push the party leftward, Schumer has trod carefully, seeking to keep the party unified under a "big tent" strategy. Over the summer, he dodged a question from Fox News about whether the Democratic Socialists of America's platform has a place in the Democratic Party. "[The] bottom line is Democrats from one end of the spectrum to the other are going to be working to defeat Trump, to bring down costs, to go after his corruption and to end the chaos," Schumer replied at a leadership news conference. The Senate minority leader did not elaborate on whether he agreed with the DSA’s call to abolish the Senate. Fox News Digital reached out to Schumer for comment but did not immediately hear back.  Fox News Digital's Paul Steinhauser, Adam Pack and Kelly Phares contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2adf075342cf4db8bf8cb No, the San Diego Padres didn't lose because of controversial ninth inning home run ruling te 2026-10-04T19:50:08.379Z No, the San Diego Padres didn't lose because of controversial ninth inning home run ruling If there's one thing the Major League Baseball postseason always delivers, it's drama. And Saturday night's game between the San Diego Padres and Milwaukee Brewers certainly had more than its fair share. The Brewers entered the game and the series as big favorites, thanks in large part to likely NL Cy Young Award winner Jacob Misiorowski starting game one. Misiorowski has been nearly unhittable this season, with a minuscule 1.80 ERA, just 96 hits allowed all season, and 252 strikeouts in 174.2 innings. But the Padres have been baseball's hottest team down the stretch, and were able to force him out after pushing across two runs in just four innings. But the Brewers battled back, tying the game on a Jackson Chourio homer and taking the lead late on another from William Contreras. The Padres missed an opportunity in the top of the 8th, but started the 9th with the heart of their lineup facing closer Trevor Megill. Dustin Harris singled to lead off the ninth, Manny Machado struck out, and Ty France launched what's now become one of the most controversial fly balls in recent postseason history. BREWERS TAKE GAME 1 OF NLDS AFTER A CONTROVERSIAL CALL ON SURE-FIRE HOME RUN BALL THAT HIT THE STADIUM ROOF While it looked at first glance like a potential go-ahead home run, or might fly harmlessly foul, France hit the ball so high it banged off the roof support system at American Family Field and fell into the field of play just onto the warning track in left field, where Jackson Chourio caught it for an out. Several minutes of discussion followed, with the umpires ruling on the field that it was, in fact, a fair ball and effectively a fly ball out. Many fans, and some of the players, were clearly confused, assuming that a ball hitting the roof would become immediately "dead" and the play restarted. By rule though, there's no question that the umpires made the correct call. Major League Baseball's ground rule page, specifically covering American Family Field, covers this exact situation. If the "Batted ball strikes roof, roof truss, roof cable, or any cabling over fair territory," the rule states, it's considered "In Play." "If caught by fielder," it continues, "batter is out, and runners advance at own risk." That's exactly what was determined on the field, and what the replay review confirmed. The ball was in fair territory when it hit the roof, it fell down to the field of play where it was caught by an outfielder, and the hitter is out. Controversy over, right? Well, not exactly. Many fans, obviously most notably Padres fans, are convinced that the ball would have been a home run had it not hit the roof. France himself said as much after the game in the clubhouse. "You would think with all the technology we have now we’d be able to make a clear call on that," France said. "There should be something put in place right there. That shouldn’t be an out. … We’ve got ball tracking. We’ve got exit velo. We’ve got projected distances. We have all that stuff." And that's where the second part of the controversy has continued, and even grown. Had the ball not hit the roof, would it have been a game, and potentially series, changing home run? France is right; we do have ball tracking, exit velocity and projected distances, thanks to the league's Statcast operation. And those metrics all but confirmed one thing: that was not going to be a home run. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Statcast measured France's fly ball at 105.3mph exit velocity at a whopping 49 degree launch angle. The projected distance? 325 feet. The wall in Milwaukee? Well, it's hard to know exactly where the ball would have come down if unobstructed, but the shortest dimension is 342 feet directly at the foul pole. Had the ball been more towards left center, it's even further. There's more to it than that. Statcast predicted "expected" batting average, essentially how often balls hit with those exact characteristics become hits, was .050. Balls hit 105.3mph at 49 degrees are outs 99.5% of the time. They're also home runs in just one stadium: Daikin Park in Houston, thanks to the short porch with the Crawford Boxes. Thanks to Statcast, we can compare similarly hit baseballs with that exact launch angle and see the results. Here's the list from 2026: THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Expanding the search to 2024 and 2025, there were a number of other balls that met these exact characteristics. Of the 15 batted ball events, including 2026, 14 were outs, with one double from Aaron Judge in 2024. The furthest a batted ball traveled with those exact numbers was 337 feet, a fly ball from Cody Bellinger in April 2025. There are different outcomes because of weather conditions, the exact backspin of the ball, and many other variables. But with the exact measurements available to us, not a single ball hit with that velocity and launch angle traveled far enough to cover the left field wall at American Family Field, even if it were directly down the line. France, though, was convinced it was "going out." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER "I guess the biggest question was whether it was going to stay fair or foul," he said. "I thought I backspun it and thought it was going to stay fair. Knew it was going out." Except we've seen, countless times, players look as though they expect a ball to fly for a homer, only to die on the warning track. Players aren't reliable narrators when it comes to judging distance. Data is. And the data shows France's fly ball wouldn't have cleared the fence. Fluky and bizarre and open to endless debate? Yes. Postseason robbery? No. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2adef75342cf4db8bf8c2 Reporter reveals 'little crush' on married Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour, says she's 'waiting in the wings' te 2026-10-04T19:50:07.517Z Reporter reveals 'little crush' on married Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour, says she's 'waiting in the wings' If married Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour hits free agency anytime soon, he's not going to have to wait around on the market that long. There's already someone out there announcing her interest. His wife doesn’t have anything to worry about though, she's not stealing anyone's husband. She's respectfully "waiting in the wings" and is making it known that she's no stranger to dating men that have been married is all. The woman pushing her way towards the front of the line for the 56-year-old former NHL player's attention is TV reporter and Wake Up Later, Carolina host Judith Retana, reports the NY Post. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! During a recent episode of the Wake Up Later, Carolina show, she admitted to seeing Brind’Amour, and who hasn't? He went tarps off multiple times celebrating the Canes Stanley Cup. Retana also admitted having a crush on him. Again, she's not alone there either. Although you could argue if you want to spend your time doing those sorts of things that she went a little too far. HURRICANES LEGEND TURNED COACH ROD BRIND'AMOUR MAKES HISTORY AS TEAM WINS STANLEY CUP OVER GOLDEN KNIGHTS "Have I seen the coach Rachel? You know I’ve seen the coach. You know I have my little crush on Rod Brind’Amour," Retana said in a video that has been deleted or disabled on social media. "I respect his wife. I'm sure they have a good thing going there, but I'll be waiting in the wings in case anything goes awry. I'm no stranger to dating married men." According to the NY Post, there was a disclaimer that appeared on the clip that read: "Clarification: previously married men as in divorced or separated." Retana added, "Or men with children. I don’t mind any of that baggage. It’s not really baggage for me, it’s a built-in family." A co-host, meteorologist Rachel Duensing, tried to get her to pump the brakes on the oversharing about Brind’Amour. It evidently worked on air, but she still felt the need to share the clip on social media until it was disabled or deleted. You live and you learn. I'm not going to go after her for allowing her heart to take her too deep into the romantic waters. I think if she had to do it again, she'd dial it back a little and that's good enough for me. Getting lost in tarps off celebrations, the likes of which Rod Brind'Amour was involved in, could happen to anyone. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a94175342cf4db8bf847 Country star Ella Langley only wants one thing — and it's a big, 'beefy' whitetail buck te 2026-10-04T19:30:09.928Z Country star Ella Langley only wants one thing — and it's a big, 'beefy' whitetail buck Ella Langley apparently has a very specific vision for her dream hunt. And, surprisingly enough, it does not involve anything exotic. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS In a resurfaced clip from CMA Fest 2024, the country star was asked what her dream hunt would look like. Her answer was pretty simple. "My dream would be a massive white tail," Langley said. When pressed for details, she got more specific. Langley said she wanted a big, "beefy" buck and would prefer to use a rifle, likely her .30-06 or .308 — the latter being a gun she said she has used to kill plenty of deer. She also joked that while she could do it with a bow, there is "a little more guessing game than a rifle." To recap: a big buck with a rifle. No need to overcomplicate things, right? The old clip has resurfaced at an interesting time for Langley, who recently found herself on the receiving end of some very predictable internet outrage over hunting. A few weeks ago, old photos of Langley posing with bucks she had harvested in Alabama started making the rounds again on social media. Critics acted as though they had uncovered some dark secret, despite the fact that Langley herself had posted the photos in the first place. Nothing says "caught red-handed" quite like finding publicly posted photos of someone openly doing the thing they openly enjoy doing. Another older hunting clip, recently posted by the Porch Light Unfiltered page on Sept. 21, makes Ella's passion for the sport even more obvious. In that video, Langley was asked about her biggest hunting mistake or regret. Her answer was brutal. "The biggest deer I ever killed, I never found," she said, calling it "one of the hardest lessons I’ve ever learned deer hunting." RILEY GREEN FILLS THE FREEZER AFTER SCORING A MASSIVE BULL ELK WITH A BOW IN THE UTAH MOUNTAINS Langley explained that she shot the buck back in high school, just before she had to take the ACT. She got so excited that she moved too quickly to retrieve it instead of giving the deer enough time after the shot. She eventually realized she had jumped it, and despite searching with her dad, they never recovered the animal. She clearly still feels awful about it. "Oh, it haunts me," Langley said, adding that beyond losing the deer, the experience bothered her because taking an animal’s life is "a serious thing." That part probably does more to explain Langley as a hunter than any old photo ever could. She wasn’t mourning a missed mount for the wall. She was bothered by the fact that she had taken an animal’s life and never got the chance to recover it and harvest the meat — a responsibility she clearly doesn’t take lightly. Which makes the recent outrage over her old deer photos seem even sillier. Langley has never exactly hidden the fact that she hunts. The resurfaced clips only reinforce that. But she’s probably not losing sleep over people on the internet being mad about it. After all, her hit "Choosin’ Texas" has now spent 24 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, extending its record as the longest-running chart-topper in history. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER So while haters seethe over old hunting photos looking for reasons to cancel her, Ella Langley is busy chasing giant whitetails and rewriting Billboard history. Could be worse. Love all things hunting and outdoors? Follow OutKick OutDoors on Instagram and TikTok! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a94175342cf4db8bf83e Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase suffers concussion after getting his facemask pulled and taking huge hit te 2026-10-04T19:30:09.055Z Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase suffers concussion after getting his facemask pulled and taking huge hit The Cincinnati Bengals’ offense took a huge hit on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Putting quarterback Joe Burrow's first-half interception to the side for a second, the team really couldn’t afford to lose anyone on the offense. Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Mike Gesicki are just some of the integral parts of what makes Cincinnati’s offense run. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! When a play like the one that happened to Chase comes, Bengals fans have to have had a pit in their stomachs. Chase caught a routine pass on the left side of the field in the second quarter. He tried to make a move around Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones. Instead, Jones grabbed a handful of Chase’s facemask, ripping it around the star wide receiver’s head. Chase shook off Jones’ grip but he took a huge hit from linebacker Ventrell Miller. Jones was penalized for grabbing the facemask. Chase went down and that would be the last bit of action he would see. The Bengals announced that Chase was being evaluated for a concussion and was questionable to return. The team said at the start of the second half that Chase would miss the remainder of the game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE He had three catches for 37 yards. Cincinnati was only able to muster three points against the Jaguars in the first half, which may speak more to Jacksonville’s relentless defense to start the 2026 season than Cincinnati’s offense. Regardless, Chase’s injury is a huge hole in the offense – that part doesn’t really need to be said. Burrow found Gesicki for a touchdown on the Bengals’ first drive of the second half as they looked to get back in the game. Chase, a five-time Pro Bowler, got back into form over the last two weeks. He had 16 catches for 173 yards and three touchdowns in the last two games. Cincinnati was 2-1 entering Week 4 against Jacksonville. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a94075342cf4db8bf835 Odell Beckham Jr laments his short-lived return to the New York Giants: 'I should have known better' te 2026-10-04T19:30:08.157Z Odell Beckham Jr laments his short-lived return to the New York Giants: 'I should have known better' It was nice while it lasted for Odell Beckham's fateful return to the New York Giants. When the club released him last week, his silence suggested he was appreciative of the opportunity and the time that the reunion lasted. Then Beckham took to a fan's Instagram account on Saturday and the narrative changed completely. EX-NFL STAR BELIEVES ODELL BECKHAM JR 'STILL BETTER THAN MOST OF THE RECEIVERS' IN NFL AS HE RETURNS TO GIANTS Yes, welcome to 2026 when fans can post their complaints about an NFL franchise's coach, general manager and business decisions, and a disgruntled former player can join the conversation and agree. Beckham is apparently agreeing with the premise that the Giants used him, and paid minimally for it in return. That was surprising. "I'm super smart!!!! But I didn't see this one, my brotha," Beckham complained in his reply to the post. "They got me!!!" "They won on top of the money u talkin [about], I made them. I came in HUMBLY took vet min then EARNED my spot [and] didn’t say nothing bout no $$$ which I [know] make for everybody "Ima tell u this ima grown man and this [sh-t] didn’t hurt me but it did when they cut me like that cause part of me is like I shoulda known better." GIANTS WORKING OUT MULTIPLE RECEIVERS INCLUDING ODELL BECKHAM JR, WHILE EAGLES LOOK TO TRADE AJ BROWN Beckham signed a one-year veterans salary benefit deal with the Giants. That meant the team didn't have to pay him the veteran minimum and there was no guaranteed money. The deal was worth $1.3 million. And it was a fun story for a minute. Beckham originally played for the Giants from 2014-18 and was something of a prince in the city for a time. His return was seen as a warm homecoming, with Beckham saying he never wanted to leave and was happy to be back. He didn't even demand his own number back. But the return was more interesting in the press than on the field because Beckham, 33, was active for three games but caught zero passes after being targeted just once. Beckham was released on Sept. 29. And then the sting of the release hit days later. "Now let me [tell] u the [real] deal truth [that] hurt my heart to the core is [coming] home and seeing my son and how happy he was with no idea of what happened and talkin' [about] my job [and] jersey number 13 broke me [the f–k] down," Beckham wrote. Beckham is accusing the Giants of giving him "the run along," and is upset by that because it meant he couldn't pursue opportunities on other teams through training camp, the preseason, and most of September. "[I don't know] why they even gave me the run along. I [could have] really been playing this year somewhere and making [an] impact and I mean that from a person whose humbled by God and life." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! One supposes Beckham feels better unburdening himself by making public all that's on his mind. But this might not be the wise move. That's because releasing a player is as temporary as signing him. The Giants could easily consider a Beckham return if circumstances, such as injuries, were to befall their receivers. But now Beckham has openly criticized the team and that could be a problem. Most teams, you see, don't want to re-sign players that have been publicly critical of them. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a49475342cf4db8bf45d Tech powerhouse’s regulatory push bears similarities to a notorious Washington strategy te 2026-10-04T19:10:12.212Z Tech powerhouse’s regulatory push bears similarities to a notorious Washington strategy Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company behind the Claude chatbot, has pushed for greater government regulation of AI in ways that echo elements of the Washington playbook employed by convicted fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried during his time as a cryptocurrency entrepreneur, a review of public records shows. Both Anthropic and Bankman-Fried poured millions of dollars into Washington influence campaigns while publicly arguing that government rules were needed to make their respective industries safer, although the money flowed through notably different channels. Critics in both industries have accused them of using regulation to strengthen their competitive positions. Bankman-Fried’s political operation later became part of a criminal case involving illegal campaign contributions, while Anthropic’s spending has consisted of disclosed lobbying and advocacy efforts. Anthropic, for its part, denies this characterization. Bankman-Fried, meanwhile, later said his public posture on regulation was essentially "just PR" in a social media direct-message exchange published days after FTX collapsed. Anthropic has been pushing Washington to put guardrails around the fast-moving AI industry, warning that increasingly powerful models could pose serious national security and public safety risks. CEO Dario Amodei has called for mandatory testing and auditing of advanced models, while the company has spent millions lobbying policymakers and backing groups that support tougher AI rules. WHITE HOUSE MEETS AI FIRM ANTHROPIC AMID POLITICAL TENSIONS, PENTAGON DISPUTE The push comes as Anthropic is increasingly engaging with a Trump administration that has made rapid AI development and U.S. dominance in the technology a major priority, warning that falling behind could carry economic and national security consequences. Amodei joined other major tech executives at the White House on Sept. 29, where they signed a voluntary agreement outlining safety standards for companies developing powerful AI systems. Before being convicted of fraud, Bankman-Fried lobbied Washington for a regulatory system for crypto led by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, presenting it as necessary to protect customers and bring clarity to the industry. He was a prominent supporter of the Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act, legislation that would have created such a framework — with campaign finance records showing that he cut checks to the bill’s sponsors in the Senate. At the time, some crypto advocates opposed the DCCPA as overly favorable to centralized exchanges such as FTX. Prosecutors later alleged that Bankman-Fried and his co-conspirators flooded the political system with tens of millions of dollars in illegal contributions as part of an effort to increase FTX’s influence in Washington and help advance favorable legislation. Bankman-Fried justified his efforts on the grounds that public safety was at stake, using similar rhetoric to that employed by Anthropic in its quest to regulate AI development. "We need regulatory oversight and customer protection," he said on social media weeks before FTX collapsed. Testifying before Congress, he argued that crypto regulation should provide "system safety and soundness." GOP LAWMAKERS SMELL SOMETHING ELSE BEHIND BIG TECH'S AI DOOMSDAY WARNINGS: 'SOMETHING ELSE GOING ON' Anthropic has also pursued a lobbying strategy that calls for government regulation, warning lawmakers that advanced AI poses serious national security and public safety risks. Amodei told the Senate Judiciary Committee in 2023 that AI poses "extraordinarily grave threats to US national security" and called for a mandatory "testing and auditing regime" with the power to block deployment of models found unsafe. "Do you guys remember what Sam Bankman-Fried was doing when he was caught red-handed? Aggressively lobbying Washington to ban his competitors," Brian Chau, the founder of a news platform that leverages AI to aid in investigations, said in response to a piece written by Amodei calling for federal AI regulation. "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree." Anthropic's pro-safety rhetoric, much like Bankman-Fried’s, is backed by large amounts of cash. The firm has spent close to $7 million on lobbying efforts from 2025 through the middle of 2026, per federal disclosures, and has set aside $40 million to Public First Action, a 501(c)(4) tied to the super PAC Public First, which is being spent to advance pro-regulation talking points. "Anthropic is running a sophisticated regulatory capture strategy based on fear-mongering. It is principally responsible for the regulatory frenzy that is damaging the startup ecosystem," former Trump administration AI advisor David Sacks posted to X in October 2025, responding to Anthropic’s strategy. DAVID MARCUS: BIG TECH INVENTED AI DOOMSDAY TO DUCK REAL LIFE PROBLEMS Much like some crypto advocates argued that the Bankman-Fried-backed DCCPA would have harmed his smaller competitors, Anthropic has been accused of supporting bills, namely California’s SB 53, that allegedly would harm less established AI labs. In the face of criticism, Anthropic has maintained that its commitment to public safety is genuine and pushed back against claims that its legislative activity is disadvantageous to smaller competitors. "Some have suggested that we are somehow interested in harming the startup ecosystem. Startups are among our most important customers," Amodei wrote in October 2025, noting that SB 53 exempted companies with gross revenues below $500 million. While labs with revenue below the threshold are partially exempted, lower-income firms that use a certain amount of computational resources are still subject to transparency requirements under SB 53. Brian Chau, founder and CEO of the AI-assisted investigative publication Effort News, has also compared Anthropic’s public messaging about unreleased models to Bankman-Fried’s messaging as FTX unraveled. "I remember when FTX was going down SBF would make up a new cope narrative every week and all the FTX stans would instantly believe him," Chau wrote in response to an article about an unreleased Anthropic model. Anthropic and representatives for Bankman-Fried did not respond to multiple requests for comment when reached by Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a49175342cf4db8bf442 Cruz-Vance rivalry heats up as Texas senator suggests VP is 'feeling insecure' te 2026-10-04T19:10:09.904Z Cruz-Vance rivalry heats up as Texas senator suggests VP is 'feeling insecure' Sen. Ted Cruz accused Vice President JD Vance of "feeling insecure" after Vance suggested the Texas Republican was already running for president in 2028, escalating a public clash between two possible contenders for the GOP nomination. "In my experience, people engage in political bomb-throwing when they’re feeling insecure," Cruz told Politico in a phone interview Saturday, responding to Vance’s claim in an interview with NBC News that it was "really obvious" Cruz was already running for president. "So he’s welcome to make whatever comments he likes," Cruz told Politico. "I’m going to keep focusing on the midterms and helping us win on Election Day in the next 30 days." THE ONE LINE FROM JD VANCE’S GOP KEYNOTE THAT REVEALS HIS VISION FOR AMERICA Vance made the accusation in an NBC News interview on Thursday. "It is really obvious to me that, at this very moment, Ted Cruz is running for president," Vance told the outlet. "At this moment, I’m not. I’m trying to help elect Republicans. That’s what I’m going to keep on doing." Vance is considered a possible contender for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination. Cruz, who ran for the GOP nomination in 2016, has left open the possibility of another White House bid. "I’ll certainly be part of the discussion," Cruz told MS NOW in August when asked about the 2028 race. EXCLUSIVE: INSIDE VANCE'S INTIMATE CAPITOL HILL HUDDLE AS REPUBLICANS CONFRONT TOUGH MIDTERM TERRAIN Cruz told Politico on Saturday that he remains focused on helping Republicans keep control of the House and Senate in November, pointing to his campaign travel on behalf of GOP candidates in Georgia, Iowa, Nebraska, South Carolina and his home state. He told the outlet he also plans to travel to Alaska, Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina this month. "Over the last 10 years, there’s no Republican in the country who has campaigned for more Senate candidates, more House candidates, more gubernatorial candidates than I have, and this year will be no exception," Cruz told the outlet. That campaigning has included helping Vance during his successful 2022 Senate run in Ohio. "Indeed, ironically, I spent a full day on the road with JD Vance, campaigning with him when he was running for Senate in Ohio," Cruz told Politico. "I was very glad he won that race. I was very glad to help him." Vance has also been campaigning for Republican candidates, with appearances in Texas and Florida last week. He is scheduled to hold a rally in Alaska on Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a23a75342cf4db8bf261 Rahm Emanuel urges Dems not to impeach Trump if they win the House te 2026-10-04T19:00:10.760Z Rahm Emanuel urges Dems not to impeach Trump if they win the House Former Chicago Mayor and White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel urged his fellow Democrats not to attempt to impeach President Donald Trump if they win control of the House of Representatives next month. Emanuel made the statement during a Sunday appearance on NBC News' "Meet the Press," saying Democrats should instead pursue ethics reform. "Short answer: No, because it’s not going anywhere, and it’s going to be a food fight, and it’s just going to be we return to the politics of fighting," Emanuel said when asked about impeaching Trump. HOUSE DEMS PLOT TRUMP INVESTIGATION BLITZ IF THEY SEIZE MAJORITY "You’re never going to get an impeachment," he added. "Then if you do that, you just basically prove all Washington is what the American people think. It’s Disneyland on the Potomac. Deliver the change. Deliver a comprehensive ethics package that uses the investigations to then deliver change." The statement comes as Democrats hold a significant advantage over Republicans heading into the final weeks before the midterm elections. REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: DEMOCRATS FACE AN IMPEACHMENT TRACTOR BEAM THAT COULD DERAIL THEIR AFFORDABILITY MESSAGE In the House, Democrats are projected to win 215 seats compared to 201 for the GOP, meaning the left only needs three more victories out of the 19 possible toss-up races to clinch a majority. Republicans would need to win at least 17 of those races. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., has declined to say whether he would support impeachment proceedings against Trump, though appeared to suggest this summer that it would not be a top priority. STEWART EXPECTS SCHUMER, JEFFRIES TO DISAPPOINT IF THE DEMS WIN BACK THE HOUSE AND SENATE  "We haven’t ruled anything in or ruled anything out in terms of accountability. What we have said is that our focus is going to be to make life more affordable for the American people. We have to drive down the high cost of living," Jeffries told NBC in June when asked about impeachment. Emanuel, who served two terms as mayor of Chicago and as chief of staff for former President Barack Obama, is one of several prominent Democrats rumored to be eyeing a 2028 presidential run. RAHM EMANUEL LAYS OUT FIVE-POINT ETHICS PLAN, SAYS DEMOCRATS SHOULD LEARN FROM GOP-LED STATES ON EDUCATION Emanuel has styled himself as a moderate Democrat opposed to infiltration by the democratic socialists, but that hasn't stopped him from expressing support for far-left candidates like Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan. "You think people wanna support defunding the police? You think they wanna support open borders, open prisons? Run on it. I don't, and that's not the party's position," Emanuel told Fox News Digital in an interview last week. "Now, we will have healthy debate among progressive and pragmatic wing of the party. That's what a coalition party looks like. But that is it. You had a party convention!" RAHM EMANUEL WARNS ‘BERNIE BROS’ COULD SINK DEMOCRATS BY SADDLING MODERATES WITH SOCIALIST AGENDA While speaking at the Texas Tribune Festival, Emanuel didn't hesitate to praise Democratic Texas Senate nominee James Talarico, calling him "strong" and admiring Talarico for being "comfortable" about discussing his faith. But when asked by Fox News Digital moments later whether he supports El-Sayed's candidacy, Emanuel initially hedged. 2026 MIDTERMS STATE OF PLAY: KEY RACES UNFOLD AS STEVENS, EL-SAYED BATTLE IN MICHIGAN "Look, I mean, it doesn't matter what I do... it matters what the Michigan voters think," he told Fox News Digital. "And that's what's gonna determine this in this effort. And I support the Democrats winning the Senate." "So, in effect, you do hope that he wins that race for Democrats," Fox News Digital followed. "Yeah," Emanuel answered. Fox News' Joseph Wulfsohn contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2a23975342cf4db8bf258 DHS fires back at Paramore's Hayley Williams after ‘f--- ICE' concert outburst te 2026-10-04T19:00:09.631Z DHS fires back at Paramore's Hayley Williams after ‘f--- ICE' concert outburst Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams drew pushback from the Department of Homeland Security after shouting "F--- ICE!" and "Free motherf------ Palestine!" during her solo concert Saturday night at North Island Credit Union Amphitheater in Chula Vista, California, prompting the agency to defend federal immigration officers.  Williams made the political declarations while performing "Ice in My OJ," pausing between lyrics to address the crowd. "I got ice in my OJ, I'm a cold, hard b-----, F--- ICE!" Williams sang before pausing. "A lot of dumb motherf------ that I made rich." "Free motherf------ Palestine!" the singer added. POP STAR OLIVIA RODRIGO FELT 'ENRAGED' AFTER ICE USED HER HIT SONG, BRANDS AGENCY 'BARBARIC' A DHS spokesperson responded to Williams' anti-ICE remarks by pointing to the work performed by federal law enforcement officers and urging the singer to recognize their service. "America is grateful all the time for our federal law enforcement officers who keep us safe," the spokesperson said, in a statement on Sunday to Fox News Digital. "We suggest Ms. Williams to thank them for their service, not belittle their sacrifice." The Chula Vista remarks were not an isolated instance. Williams has incorporated the anti-ICE and "Free Palestine" lines into live renditions of her solo track throughout her 2026 tour dates. ED SHEERAN CONCERTGOERS WARN ARTISTS ABOUT SHARING POLITICAL VIEWS: 'YOU'RE GOING TO ALIENATE' FANS Williams has also previously used the stage to speak out against ICE, Donald Trump and Republican politicians. During Paramore's performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in 2024, Williams warned concertgoers about Trump's presidential campaign and urged them to vote against him. "Project 2025 is Donald Trump’s playbook for controlling and punishing women, poor people, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community," Williams said. "It is time for all Americans to band together and to finally defeat the Trump agenda. And the only way to do that is by confronting him at the polls. Do you want to live in a dictatorship? Well, show up and vote." Her latest criticism of ICE comes as DHS has reported a sharp rise in assaults against the agency's personnel.  DHS recorded 647 assaults against ICE personnel between Jan. 20, 2025, and Sept. 20, 2026, compared with 37 during the corresponding period from Jan. 20, 2021, through Sept. 20, 2022 — an increase of 1,649%, according to DHS. DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said federal immigration officers were facing increased danger while carrying out the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement agenda. "The brave men and women of ICE, who are simply enforcing the laws mandated by Congress and protecting the American people, are under attack every single day," he said. "Since President Trump unleashed ICE to do their jobs, assaults against them have risen by more than 1,600% in the first year and a half of the administration." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29d8975342cf4db8bf0c4 Jets' defense finally snaps brutal streak with Minkah Fitzpatrick interception vs Bears te 2026-10-04T18:40:09.945Z Jets' defense finally snaps brutal streak with Minkah Fitzpatrick interception vs Bears The New York Jets gave their fans something to cheer about even as the team has failed to get much in the first half of Sunday’s matchup against the Chicago Bears. Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent dropped back to pass in the second quarter and tried to find Colton Loveland. But Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick stepped in front of the pass for the interception. The Jets defense celebrated and the offense got back on the field and finished the following drive with a field goal to make the game 7-3 at that point. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The turnover ended a pretty terrible streak – even by Jets standards. Fitzpatrick’s pick was the Jets’ first interception in 637 days. New York was on a 20-game streak of failing to get that interception. Ashtyn Davis had the last interceptions for the Jets, which occurred all the way back on Jan. 5, 2025, against the Miami Dolphins. He had two in that game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Nobody had an interception last season. New York’s defense has shown some life in the early part of the 2026 season. The Jets were plus-3 in point differential coming into the game against the Bears. New York held the Tennessee Titans to just 10 points in Week 1 and allowed 20 points against the Green Bay Packers in Week 2. Week 3 was tough as they played the Detroit Lions. They lost 31-24. With the defense holding the Bears to only a touchdown through most of the first half, most would expect the team to turn the turnover into some points. Geno Smith and Gang Green need to find a way to score while the Bears have a backup quarterback going against them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29d8975342cf4db8bf0bb Terror cells inside foreign airlines 'certainly a possibility,' retired pilot warns te 2026-10-04T18:40:09.091Z Terror cells inside foreign airlines 'certainly a possibility,' retired pilot warns The man who once carried the nuclear football for former President Bill Clinton is sounding an alarm on potential terror cells inside foreign airlines after a FlyDubai copilot allegedly attacked the captain of an Israel-bound flight and sent the plane into a death-defying, aeronautics-defying dive. "It’s possible that terror cells can exist inside airline companies – overseas, probably a lot easier than here, but it's certainly a possibility," retired Air Force Lt. Col. Buzz Patterson, a former 16-year Delta Air Lines pilot, told Fox News Digital on Thursday. "And I think it is something that DOJ needs to take a... really good look at." The warning came after a FlyDubai flight from the United Arab Emirates to Tel Aviv was forced to make an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after the copilot attacked the captain mid-flight, reportedly with the crash ax. The flight was carrying 174 passengers and eight crew, and investigators are still probing the motive, including possible terrorism or mental health factors – both of which leave Patterson concerned for public safety, if not national security. FORMER ISRAELI PM HAILS ‘HEROISM’ AFTER PASSENGERS HELP THWART ALLEGED COCKPIT ATTACK "If you’ve got somebody that’s, you know, radicalized and if he doesn’t tell his company or his buddies, you’re never gonna know," Patterson said, noting most protocols rely on "self-reporting your activities." "So that's part of the problem, I think, that we're going to start seeing pop up in airline profiles and pilot profiles is we have a lot of people out there that probably shouldn't be flying airplanes." The warning comes amid the revelations that a crash ax found behind the copilot chair in the Boeing 737 was used to bludgeon the pilot in an effort to commandeer the aircraft. "Every 737, and that's what I flew my entire life of all the different models, has a crash ax in the cockpit right behind the copilot so that we can, if we have to, either crack into the door or crack into the windows in the event of an emergency, we can do it," Patterson said. "If the copilot used the crash ax, that is savage because that thing will hurt you." FLYDUBAI PILOT SHOWED WORLD 'THE HIGHEST FORM OF COURAGE,' INDIA'S PM SAYS Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told "FOX & Friends" on Thursday morning that the copilot appeared to have undergone "Islamist radical indoctrination," but said officials would need days to determine whether he had ties to Iran. President Donald Trump since came out with the belief there were ties to Iran. WATCH: PATTERSON CALLS COCKPIT AX ATTACK 'SAVAGE': "International carriers and a few domestic carriers cast a very wide net looking for applicants to be aircrew members and pilots," Patterson said, noting he has emailed Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy of his concerns. "And sometimes that net is a little too wide for who they attract to their airlines." Patterson said U.S. and foreign airlines typically focus heavily on background checks, medical history and aviation violations, but warned that personality changes or radicalization can be difficult to detect once a pilot is hired. Patterson also warned that pilots often fly with colleagues they barely know – much less a deep understanding of their mental health. "You never know what you're gonna bring to the table, what you gonna find in the cockpit next to you when you first get to the cockpit, because we don't fly with the same guys multiple times – we fly with different people almost every single time," he continued. "So every single time we get in a cockpit, we're meeting somebody for the first time, nine times out of 10. "So we never know who we're getting either. And that's why the initial conversation in the cockpit's important. What's your background? What's mine? How's your family life? What's going on in your world? That kind of stuff will flesh out some of that stuff, but you can't flesh it all out. There's just no way. And you don't know." There remains a potential security loophole that needs to be closed with that 737 crash ax in the cockpit, regardless of whether U.S. commercial crews are only randomly screened at airports, according to Patterson. "It's right there," Patterson said Thursday before official reports noted the crash ax as the weapon used by the suspected terrorist. "You know, I can easily see the copilot saying he needed to stretch. He pulls out of the seat because we do this in the 737. It's a very tight cockpit. "Occasionally one pilot will get up, stand in the back of the cockpit and just stretch, you know, get the blood pumping. And it would be very easy for the copilot just to reach down while standing up and grab that ax. I mean, I can see it happening, and God forbid if it did because that's brutal." AMERICA BUILT A FORTRESS AFTER 9/11. THEN THE THREAT STARTED HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT The terrorist scheme puts a great emphasis on the fact the U.S. should scrutinize not only domestic airline hiring, but also foreign crews entering American airspace, he warned. "I think the United States needs to take a close look at not only who we are allowing to operate heavy machinery in this country, and by heavy machinery, I mean aviation, airplanes," Patterson said. "Who we are hiring and putting into those positions of authority, and then more importantly, who are we allowing from the other carriers to fly into our airspace?" Netanyahu noted to Fox News that the FlyDubai copilot attack was an Omani national who made it through a "loophole" of an Israeli restriction against pilots from countries that do not have diplomatic relations with Israel. While "9/11 changed everything in terms of aviation for everybody," clearly there is far more work to be done to ensure airline safety, he concluded. "You never know what you're carrying on the back of the airplane," he said. "Sometimes the guy you're flying with is a wild card and sometimes the guys in the back of the airplane are a wild card. And I think that just some companies do the job, the security job, and they do the vetting screening better than other companies do." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29d8875342cf4db8bf0b2 Mac malware can hide commands in your iCloud calendar te 2026-10-04T18:40:08.268Z Mac malware can hide commands in your iCloud calendar You probably use your calendar to keep track of appointments, birthdays and the occasional reminder you immediately snooze. Hackers apparently see another possibility. Security researchers have uncovered a new version of MacSync malware that can use a public iCloud calendar event as part of its infection chain. Hidden inside the calendar data are commands that help download more malware onto a Mac. The calendar itself does not suddenly infect your computer because someone sent you an invitation. The attack starts earlier, usually after someone downloads and runs a malicious app. Still, the iCloud trick shows how attackers can hide parts of an attack behind familiar services many of us trust. Once MacSync gets inside, it can go after a lot more than your calendar. 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Earlier versions shared similarities with the Atomic macOS Stealer, better known as AMOS. Researchers say MacSync has since developed additional capabilities of its own. Kaspersky says the malware first appeared on the dark web in 2025 under the name Mac.c. Its creators later renamed it MacSync. Researchers first spotted this newest version in the wild in September 2026. MacSync operates under a malware-as-a-service model. That means different criminals can use the malware while choosing their own methods for getting it onto someone's Mac. Attackers have previously spread MacSync through social engineering and ClickFix-style attacks, where a bogus message tells someone to copy and run a command. Criminals have also disguised it as free software, cracked applications and unfamiliar new apps. We've seen similar tricks before. In one Mac campaign, fake CAPTCHA instructions convinced users to paste commands into Terminal, which then installed information-stealing malware. Here's where this latest version gets particularly sneaky. Kaspersky found one MacSync infection chain where a downloader connected to a public iCloud calendar. Instead of using the calendar to schedule anything, the attackers placed malicious commands inside the event description. The malware then feeds that calendar information into the Mac's zsh command-line shell. FAKE CHROME UPDATE SCAM COULD INFECT YOUR COMPUTER Most of the calendar text produces errors because the Mac does not recognize normal calendar information as commands. However, when it reaches the malicious instructions placed after the event's description field, those commands can run. They ultimately download a compressed archive from iCloud containing another malicious app. That app then starts another stage of the infection. Think of the calendar as a hiding place for instructions. The attacker still needs to get malicious software running on the Mac first. However, using Apple's infrastructure during the infection chain can make the activity look less suspicious. Importantly, Kaspersky says at least one sample pointed to a public iCloud calendar. Other samples used attacker-controlled servers instead. Researchers also found attackers disguising MacSync as a fake cryptocurrency wallet called Toria. The criminals went beyond creating a download page. Kaspersky says they built a dedicated website for the nonexistent wallet and promoted it on X and Telegram. That is a good reminder that a polished website or active social media account tells you very little about whether software deserves your trust. Crypto owners appear to be an especially attractive target because stealing wallet data or browser extension information can quickly lead to stolen funds. However, you do not need to own cryptocurrency to have something MacSync wants. Once installed, the information-stealing portion of MacSync searches through a wide range of sensitive data. Researchers say it can target browser history, cookies, saved logins and passwords. It also searches for crypto wallet extension data, cryptocurrency wallet applications and Telegram information. MacSync can collect the Mac user's login information and Keychain file. It also gathers system details including installed apps, running processes, hardware information and the device model. Developers and more advanced users face additional exposure because the malware searches configuration files for SSH, ZSH, AWS, Kubernetes and Git. It can also collect ZSH and Bash command histories. For the average Mac owner, the takeaway is simpler. If malware gets access to saved passwords or browser data, an attacker may gain another route into your online accounts. Kaspersky also discovered a separate backdoor component written in Objective-C. It disguises itself as Finder, the file-management app built into macOS. The malware tries several methods to stay on the Mac after a restart. These include a LaunchAgent, changes to the .zshrc configuration file and modifications to global Git hooks. It can also terminate several macOS notification processes. Kaspersky says this prevents the system from notifying the user about the new LaunchAgent. From there, attackers can send instructions to the infected machine. Researchers found commands designed to deploy a browser extension, replace an installed Ledger wallet app and collect additional system information or files. Most of those commands ultimately execute AppleScript supplied by the attacker's command-and-control server. Kaspersky inferred what the individual commands do from their names and the status messages they send because researchers did not have the AppleScript payloads themselves. That limitation is important. Researchers can see what the backdoor appears designed to accomplish, but they did not observe every possible server-delivered script. Researchers also found a command called live_browser. That command downloads and executes a component called sn_relay. Kaspersky says its exact contents and purpose remain unknown. Based on the command's name and messages sent back to the server, researchers suspect attackers may use it for some form of man-in-the-middle attack against browser traffic. Kaspersky has not confirmed exactly how that function works. That unanswered question shows why malware research often changes as investigators obtain more samples. Macs include built-in security protections, but many recent attacks focus on persuading the person sitting in front of the screen to bypass those protections. ClickFix attacks are a perfect example. A website may tell you something went wrong and provide a command that supposedly fixes the problem. In reality, you may end up launching malware yourself. We've previously reported on Shamos malware, another Mac threat that used bogus troubleshooting instructions to trick people into running commands in Terminal. The same basic lesson applies here. Be suspicious whenever a website asks you to open Terminal, paste a command or enter your Mac administrator password to install an unfamiliar program. MacSync fits a pattern we've been tracking for a while. Attackers often disguise malicious software as something useful or familiar, whether that means a fake app, a bogus utility or software promoted through social media. In this case, researchers found one infection chain that used Apple's iCloud infrastructure to help deliver additional malware. That does not mean opening iCloud Calendar puts your Mac at risk. The bigger warning comes earlier in the attack. Be cautious when an unfamiliar app asks for your administrator password or a website tells you to open Terminal and run a command. According to Apple, macOS includes several layers designed to help prevent malicious software from running, including Gatekeeper, XProtect and Apple's notarization system for software downloaded outside the Mac App Store. Apple recommends the Mac App Store as the safest place to get Mac software. For apps downloaded elsewhere, Apple says macOS uses protections such as notarization and XProtect to detect known malware and block it from running. On macOS 26.4 and later, Apple added protections aimed more directly at attacks that try to trick people into pasting commands into Terminal. Terminal paste protection can show a warning when text is pasted into Terminal from common attack sources such as web browsers, messaging apps and other communication software. Apple says XProtect can also inspect activity that starts from pasted commands, including in third-party terminal apps. It can check related network activity against Apple's Safe Browsing Service and block behavior associated with known malware techniques. Apple also says macOS 26.4 and later can scan AppleScript and JavaScript for Automation scripts using XProtect. If a script matches a known malicious signature, macOS can block it and alert the user. Safari adds another layer of protection. According to Apple, Fraudulent Website Warning can alert users when a website is suspected of phishing or distributing malware, while Apple Safe Browsing is designed to block malicious domains associated with attacks. Apple also stresses that social engineering remains a major part of attacks like these. Scammers may try to persuade people to download software or paste malicious commands themselves. Apple recommends downloading software only from sources you trust and keeping your Mac updated with the latest available software and security fixes. MacSync relies heavily on getting someone to run a malicious app at the beginning of the attack. That gives you several opportunities to stop it. A legitimate website rarely needs you to copy an unfamiliar command into Terminal to prove you're human, repair a browser problem or complete a download. Apple says macOS 26.4 and later can warn some users when commands copied from places such as websites, messages or email are pasted into Terminal. XProtect can also block activity associated with known malicious commands and techniques. Whenever possible, get software through the Mac App Store or directly from a developer's official website. Apple recommends the Mac App Store as the safest place to get Mac software. For apps downloaded elsewhere, macOS uses protections including Gatekeeper, notarization and XProtect to help identify and block malicious software. Be especially cautious with cracked software, free copies of paid apps and unfamiliar programs promoted through social media. MacSync's infostealer asks the user for an administrator password and adapts its prompt to match the app it is impersonating. If an unfamiliar app unexpectedly asks for your password, stop and verify why before entering anything. Strong antivirus software can help detect malicious downloads and known malware before they compromise your Mac. It can also give you another layer of protection when a convincing scam gets past your first line of defense. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com Install macOS updates when Apple releases them. Updates can patch security weaknesses and improve built-in protections that malware developers continually try to evade. Remove extensions you no longer use and investigate anything you do not recognize. MacSync's backdoor includes a command designed to deploy a browser extension supplied by the attacker's server. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) wherever it is available. If malware steals a password, that extra verification step can make unauthorized account access harder. Start with your email, financial accounts and other sensitive services. Use a separate trusted device if possible. Create strong, unique passwords with a password manager, then check active sessions so you can sign out devices you do not recognize. MacSync is a good example of how attackers can turn familiar parts of your Mac into camouflage. An iCloud calendar, Finder and a familiar-looking password prompt can all make something dangerous seem routine. This attack still needs you to run malicious software before it can really get to work, which means your choices can stop it early. If a website tells you to paste something into Terminal or an unfamiliar app suddenly asks for your administrator password, stop and ask yourself why. Those few seconds of skepticism could save you from handing over passwords, private files and access to your accounts. Would seeing an iCloud address or another familiar Apple service make you more likely to trust what you're downloading, or are you suspicious anytime a website asks you to run commands on your Mac? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29d8775342cf4db8bf0a9 Former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel declares America is ready for a Jewish president te 2026-10-04T18:40:07.442Z Former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel declares America is ready for a Jewish president Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, who is weighing a 2028 Democratic presidential bid, said Sunday on NBC's "Meet the Press" that America is ready to elect its first Jewish president, arguing that voters should be more concerned about Americans losing faith in the country than his own religious beliefs. When moderator Kristen Welker asked whether the country was ready for a Jewish president, Emanuel answered yes before turning the question toward what he described as a broader loss of confidence in America. "My faith is not your problem," he said. "The fact that Americans have lost faith in America, that's our problem. And we should work on that because I've seen a generation of people with an emptiness who've lost faith in America because they think America lost faith with them. That's our problem. It's not my faith." JEWISH HOUSE DEMOCRAT RECALLS COLLEAGUE SAYING THERE IS NO ANTISEMITISM BECAUSE 'ALL THE JEWS ARE RICH' Elizabeth Barcohana, chair of the California Republican Party’s Subcommittee for Jewish Engagement, dismissed Emanuel’s remarks in a Sunday statement to Fox News Digital. "He sounds pathetic," she said. Emanuel, who served as Chicago mayor, a Democratic congressman, White House chief of staff under former President Barack Obama and U.S. ambassador to Japan under former President Joe Biden, has increasingly fueled speculation that he could seek the Democratic nomination in 2028.  During Sunday’s interview, he said he would not alter his religious identity for political support and pointed to his record in government as evidence of how his faith influenced him. ANTISEMITIC VIOLENCE REACHES DEADLIEST LEVEL SINCE 1994, NEW GLOBAL REPORT FINDS "If my faith is a problem for you, don't vote for me," he said.  "I'm not changing my faith," Emanuel said. "My faith led me to struggle and fight the insurance companies that were denying kids healthcare. My faith led me to take on a failed education system where we were known as the worst city, and I walked out, and we were the best city on education." "My faith guided me to make sure that the American people and their families had what it took as a government fighting powerful forces, whether it's pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies, or in fact, educational failed bureaucracy," he added. Emanuel directly connected that message to a possible campaign, saying restoring Americans’ confidence in the country would become part of his mission should he enter the race. "If I decide to run, that is our collective mission, is to restore that faith," he said. RAHM EMANUEL WARNS NEW GENERATION OF DEM SOCIALISTS DON'T LIKE AMERICA The remarks came just over a week after Emanuel discussed his presidential ambitions directly with Fox News Digital at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin. When asked what separated him from a potentially crowded Democratic field, Emanuel pointed to three attributes. "Candor, authenticity and strength," he said. Emanuel said that his experience across different levels of government meant he would know what to do immediately upon taking office, saying he "knows what to do on day one."  At the time, Emanuel had been openly considering a White House run as other Democrats also positioned themselves ahead of 2028. Emanuel, however, told Welker on Sunday that he believed Americans would ultimately judge a candidate beyond religion and reiterated that his own faith was not negotiable. "I believe in the goodness and the grace of the American people – but my, I will not change my faith," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29b3375342cf4db8bf058 Jets' defense finally snaps brutal streak with Minkah Fitzpatrick interception vs Bears te 2026-10-04T18:30:11.269Z Jets' defense finally snaps brutal streak with Minkah Fitzpatrick interception vs Bears The New York Jets gave their fans something to cheer about even as the team has failed to get much in the first half of Sunday’s matchup against the Chicago Bears. Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent dropped back to pass in the second quarter and tried to find Colton Loveland. But Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick stepped in front of the pass for the interception. The Jets defense celebrated and the offense got back on the field and finished the following drive with a field goal to make the game 7-3 at that point. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The turnover ended a pretty terrible streak – even by Jets standards. Fitzpatrick’s pick was the Jets’ first interception in 637 days. New York was on a 20-game streak of failing to get that interception. Ashtyn Davis had the last interceptions for the Jets, which occurred all the way back on Jan. 5, 2025, against the Miami Dolphins. He had two in that game. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Nobody had an interception last season. New York’s defense has shown some life in the early part of the 2026 season. The Jets were plus-3 in point differential coming into the game against the Bears. New York held the Tennessee Titans to just 10 points in Week 1 and allowed 20 points against the Green Bay Packers in Week 2. Week 3 was tough as they played the Detroit Lions. They lost 31-24. With the defense holding the Bears to only a touchdown through most of the first half, most would expect the team to turn the turnover into some points. Geno Smith and Gang Green need to find a way to score while the Bears have a backup quarterback going against them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29b2f75342cf4db8bf047 Attack on Arizona court data exposed 30 years of personal data te 2026-10-04T18:30:07.738Z Attack on Arizona court data exposed 30 years of personal data Information going back decades on more than a million people was part of the recent Arizona courts' digital records cyberattack, according to a government spokesperson. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac29b2e75342cf4db8bf03e Arizona housing agency audit finds safety inspection, tenant eligibility failures te 2026-10-04T18:30:06.552Z Arizona housing agency audit finds safety inspection, tenant eligibility failures PHOENIX -- The Arizona Department of Housing did not conduct inspections for one or more federally required health and safety standards in the units it helped to finance through state and federal tax credits, according to a new report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2968175342cf4db8befac Dakota Johnson, Anya Taylor-Joy and Zoë Kravitz turn heads in sheer looks te 2026-10-04T18:10:09.316Z Dakota Johnson, Anya Taylor-Joy and Zoë Kravitz turn heads in sheer looks Stars are hitting the red carpet in stunning sheer looks. Anya Taylor-Joy and Zoë Kravitz are just two big stars who dared to bare in sheer dresses while at Paris Fashion Week. Anne Hathaway also showed off her growing baby bump in a flowing sheer black top, while Dakota Johnson showed off her underwear in a sheer lace dress. SYDNEY SWEENEY, BRITTANY SNOW AND NINA DOBREV TURN HEADS AT VENICE FILM FESTIVAL: VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE LOOKS Vote for your favorite sheer look. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2967c75342cf4db8bef85 NAU football defeats No. 12-ranked Idaho State to close road trip on high note te 2026-10-04T18:10:04.262Z NAU football defeats No. 12-ranked Idaho State to close road trip on high note The Lumberjacks earned their first ranked win of the season, defeating No. 12 Idaho State to close a three-game road trip on Saturday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2943275342cf4db8bef53 Eagles' Saquon Barkley suffers hamstring injury against Rams, and field could have played a significant role te 2026-10-04T18:00:18.072Z Eagles' Saquon Barkley suffers hamstring injury against Rams, and field could have played a significant role Saquon Barkley, a superstar on and off the NFL field, not to mention a past golf partner of President Donald Trump, is injured now. Barkley pulled up with an apparent right hamstring injury in the first quarter of the Philadelphia Eagles game against the Los Angeles Rams. NFL FIELD EXPERT SAYS PLAYING INTERNATIONAL GAME ON BRAZIL FIELD 'CHALLENGING' AND INCLUDED TRIM WITH SCISSORS OutKick medical expert, Dr. David Chao, is blaming the wet conditions on the hamstring strain. Chao, the former head physician for the San Diego Chargers, told OutKick this week that wet fields typically protect players from knee injuries because they are so slippery, preventing cleats from locking up the leg in the turf. But the downside is those fields are more prone to causing soft tissue injuries. Like hamstring strains. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! BEARS QUARTERBACK CALEB WILLIAMS CARTED OFF AT SOLDIER FIELD WITH APPARENT HAMSTRING INJURY Barkley gingerly walked to the Eagles' sideline and was taken into the medical tent for a preliminary exam. After a lengthy stint in the tent, Barkley left the field and walked to the locker room for further testing. He did not appear to have a significant limp as he walked. The Eagles announced Barkley is questionable to return. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2942e75342cf4db8bef3e Mohave County could seek federal help with booming burro population te 2026-10-04T18:00:14.501Z Mohave County could seek federal help with booming burro population Mohave County supervisors will consider asking the federal government for sustained funding to rein in a Black Mountains wild burro population that has grown to more than eight times its recommended maximum. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2942975342cf4db8bef31 Why Older Lawmakers Keep Winning Elections te 2026-10-04T18:00:09.650Z Why Older Lawmakers Keep Winning Elections Analysis by The New York Times showed older incumbents consistently beating their younger challengers in this year’s midterm primaries. Our national political correspondent Lisa Lerer looks at why. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2942775342cf4db8bef20 What to Know About the Medical Plane That Went Missing Near Nantucket te 2026-10-04T18:00:07.149Z What to Know About the Medical Plane That Went Missing Near Nantucket A Gulfstream G100 carrying six people was flying from Bermuda to Boston when it lost contact near the Massachusetts island. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2942375342cf4db8bef17 How Kansas Suddenly Became a Battleground State for Senate Control te 2026-10-04T18:00:03.850Z How Kansas Suddenly Became a Battleground State for Senate Control The state hasn’t elected a Democrat to the Senate in nearly a century. Economic challenges during President Trump’s second term, as well as other factors, have put it in play. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac291cf75342cf4db8beed8 Elite CEOs pay $20K to endure a psychedelic 'hell ride' that rewires the human brain te 2026-10-04T17:50:07.915Z Elite CEOs pay $20K to endure a psychedelic 'hell ride' that rewires the human brain Americans are spending thousands of dollars to travel for ibogaine treatments despite warnings that the powerful psychedelic carries potentially dangerous and even deadly risks. Executives, entrepreneurs and other high-performing professionals are paying as much as $20,000 in search of a mental reset, addiction treatment or improved performance, according to the New York Post. At Ibogaine Clinic in Playa del Carmen, the center says it helps coordinate airport transfers, accommodations and other travel logistics for patients. DR. DREW PINSKY REVEALS RED FLAG IN PRESLEY GERBER ADDICTION TREATMENT BEFORE MODEL'S DEATH Other clinics have turned treatment into a multi-day retreat. At Beond Ibogaine in Cancún, programs include medically supervised care alongside lodging, yoga, meditation, massage and integration sessions, according to the center's website. With ibogaine unavailable for medical use in the United States, some Americans are traveling to Mexico to seek treatment. While Mexico has emerged as one of the leading destinations for ibogaine treatment, psychedelic retreats have also expanded elsewhere in Latin America, including Costa Rica, where travelers seek alternative wellness and recovery experiences, according to reports. Ibogaine drew renewed public attention following the death of Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Gerber had traveled to Mexico for what he described as an "ibogaine flood," a high-dose treatment involving the psychoactive substance, while struggling with addiction, Fox News Digital previously reported. He had spoken publicly about turning to ibogaine in an effort to "rewire" his brain. Addiction specialist Dr. Drew Pinsky warned against viewing ibogaine or other alternative psychedelic treatments as a cure for substance-use disorder. "I've had patients using ibogaine or ayahuasca for decades, and there's nothing magic about it, I assure you," Pinsky told Fox News Digital. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES While some Americans travel to Mexico seeking relief from addiction, others are paying thousands of dollars for ibogaine experiences marketed as a way to improve performance, recover from burnout or gain a new perspective. At Beond, stays cost between $12,500 and $20,000, with health and optimization clients typically spending about 10 days at the facility, according to the New York Post. Some clinics are marketing ibogaine beyond addiction treatment, positioning the psychedelic as a tool for personal growth, performance optimization and emotional healing, according to the outlet. Mike Stratton, a 34-year-old health company co-founder, told the outlet that he sought ibogaine while looking for what he described as a reset after his health and personal life had suffered amid a demanding work schedule. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Stratton underwent a high-dose "flood" treatment, which produced an intense experience as memories and thoughts surfaced. "It was a hell ride," Stratton told the outlet. The effects can continue for more than 24 hours, leaving patients in a waking, dreamlike state, The New York Times reported. The drug can also interfere with the heart and carries a risk of potentially fatal cardiac complications, making medical monitoring particularly important. The risks become particularly concerning when travelers receive intense psychedelic treatment at facilities where medical screening, emergency preparedness and follow-up care can differ widely. The Times identified at least 40 clinics and wellness centers in Mexico offering ibogaine, compared with almost none a decade earlier. Treatments ranged from about $5,000 to nearly $20,000, excluding travel expenses. Those facilities can range from luxury operations with credentialed medical professionals to informal practitioners working in far more rustic settings, according to the outlet. Fox News Digital's Khloe Quill contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac291cf75342cf4db8beecf Kelsey Mitchell’s Caitlin Clark comments deserve context, including the benefits of all that attention te 2026-10-04T17:50:07.195Z Kelsey Mitchell’s Caitlin Clark comments deserve context, including the benefits of all that attention Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell spent part of her season-ending press conference explaining what it’s like to play alongside Caitlin Clark. She talked about nasty online messages, the attention that follows the Fever and how difficult some days have become. "I don’t think people really understand how much we endure, man," Mitchell said Saturday. Later, she asked people to give the players "grace." Some coverage quickly turned that into Mitchell taking a shot at the Fever fanbase. I don’t think that’s an accurate reading of what she said. Mitchell has publicly praised Clark in the past and acknowledged the opportunities she helped create. She’s also allowed to explain what’s difficult about being her teammate. Neither makes her an enemy of the woman playing beside her. WNBA FIGHT OVER MALES IN WOMEN'S SPORTS EXPOSES HOW THE LEFT KEEPS ANSWERING A QUESTION NOBODY ASKED But the benefits of all that attention still belong in this discussion. Mitchell’s salary went from under $60,000 in 2020 to $206,000 in the season before Clark arrived in the WNBA to $1.4 million in 2026. That’s a pretty substantial part of the Caitlin Clark experience, too. Mitchell discussed getting "a lot of flak" for "being on her team," referring to Clark. She also referenced people throughout the basketball world and spoke positively about the Fever organization, praising it as "unbelievable." I read that as a broader description of the scrutiny that comes with playing alongside Clark. Her answer didn’t establish whether the criticism came from Fever fans, Clark’s detractors or some combination of the two. Those people exist, obviously, and being associated with the league’s biggest star makes Mitchell a target for their criticism, too. That’s different from declaring that Indiana’s own fans are the problem. Mitchell didn’t identify everyone sending her messages, and we shouldn’t fill in those blanks just because one interpretation makes for a more inflammatory headline. For example, The New York Times-owned Athletic ran the headline: "Kelsey Mitchell counters Fever GM’s defense of fans, vows to ‘be selfish’ in free agency." There’s one problem: None of Mitchell’s quotes in the story identifies Fever fans as the people she’s criticizing. Mitchell played six WNBA seasons before Clark arrived; her professional career didn’t begin when the rest of the country started watching the Fever. She’s experienced a version of this franchise that most of its current audience never saw. So, yes, I’m interested in hearing her describe what changed. That’s a worthwhile subject for reporters to explore. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! And Mitchell has described the positive changes. In a recent SLAM interview, she credited Clark and Angel Reese with creating opportunities for players throughout the league. "When Angel Reese and CC came in, it opened up so many doors for us: resources, financial, all of it," Mitchell said. ANGEL REESE’S LATEST WNBA CONTROVERSY SHOWS HOW VICTIMHOOD BECAME CENTRAL TO HER BRAND Mitchell explicitly recognized the financial benefits, and portraying her as someone who refuses to acknowledge them would be wrong. Jason Whitlock raised a worthwhile point on X while discussing Mitchell and teammate Aliyah Boston. "Their complaint is the media only covers one aspect of the Caitlin Clark experience," Whitlock wrote. He also argued the two Fever players "have every right to explain their experience playing in the shadow of Caitlin Clark." Mitchell’s perspective belongs in the coverage, and reporters should be interested in what she says, particularly given how long she’s been in Indiana. Where I’d push back is the idea that discussing the benefits amounts to telling her to shut up. Asking players to keep the upside in perspective doesn’t prevent them from explaining the downside. And explaining the downside doesn’t mean the rest of us have to agree with every conclusion they draw from it. For example, Mitchell described the difficulty of competing for fans who might not like her. But having fans dislike you is a fairly standard part of the athlete experience. They don’t have to appreciate your effort or acknowledge that you’re doing your best because they want you to fail. My main complaint with many WNBA players is that they often act like the unpleasant parts of being a public figure are something uniquely unfair to them. They aren't. I'm not a professional athlete, nor am I a very recognizable figure. But even I've received plenty of online hate for doing my job. It comes with the territory, and the same attention that helps drive bigger paychecks also brings more criticism. That's the tradeoff and most people happily make that deal. Spotrac lists Kelsey Mitchell's WNBA cash earnings from 2018 through 2025 at $1,122,442. Her $1.4 million salary this season exceeded what she earned over those first eight seasons combined, and she's in position for another seven-figure contract in free agency this offseason. Mitchell’s performance earned her a maximum contract. The new collective bargaining agreement made that maximum much more valuable, raising it to $1.4 million as part of an enormous increase in player compensation. The previous maximum was around $250,000 per year. Clark’s ability to attract viewers is central to the league’s growing business. ESPN and ABC aired five WNBA regular-season games that averaged more than 2 million viewers this year, and all five featured Indiana. CBS, NBC, ION and Prime Video also drew their biggest regular-season WNBA audiences for Fever games. PRIME VIDEO WNBA BROADCAST CREW EMBARRASSES ITSELF WITH COVERAGE OF A'JA WILSON FAN INCIDENT Then Thursday’s season-ending game against Las Vegas averaged 2.25 million viewers across USA Network and CNBC, making it the second-most-watched WNBA first-round playoff game ever. Can you guess who played in the most-watched first-round game ever? Yeah, it was Clark and the Fever against the Connecticut Sun in 2024. The point is simple: Clark's massive audience has value, and the players are benefiting from it. And that’s where I still have a problem with the way this subject gets discussed around the league. The negative attention regularly becomes the main story, while the benefits get left out. I think that’s often because those benefits point to a story many WNBA players and media members don’t want to tell: a White girl from Iowa is driving the league’s popularity spike. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Getting obnoxious DMs from online trolls is part of the experience. But so is earning more in one season than you earned in the previous eight. Letting the first part dominate how you describe the whole thing gives the trolls an awful lot of influence. Mitchell isn’t nearly the worst example of that attitude. But Saturday’s answer still fit a familiar pattern of emphasizing what players have to endure without spending much time on what they’ve gained. Last year, Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams gave what I thought was perfect advice for dealing with online hate. "Press the block button, bro. Press the block button and then move on," Williams said. Then came her most important comment: "We wanted more eyes on the game... So let’s embrace it." Credit to Williams for having the guts to say it. It's unfortunate that many of her colleagues didn't seem to heed her advice. Mitchell has acknowledged the good that came with Clark’s arrival, and she deserves credit for that. But Saturday, she spent a lot of time explaining what she has to endure as Clark’s teammate. If we’re going to tell the full story of Mitchell’s experience, what she’s gained from all that attention belongs in it, too. That includes the $1.4 million paycheck. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7e75342cf4db8bee89 Jason Kelce calls the Commanders the 'Redskins' during game, immediately apologizes so as to not get canceled te 2026-10-04T17:40:14.822Z Jason Kelce calls the Commanders the 'Redskins' during game, immediately apologizes so as to not get canceled Jason Kelce acted as if he committed an unpardonable broadcasting sin Sunday afternoon while serving as a booth analyst for NFL Network during the Washington Commanders game against the Indianapolis Colts. Kelce's sin? He called the team in burgundy and gold the Washington Redskins. Gasp! CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL BATTLES NEWSOM'S STATE LAW ORDERING IT TO CHANGE 'INDIANS' MASCOT This is actually nothing if you're a normal person who is aware the Commanders were the Redskins for decades until that name got canceled by an outcry to mostly liberal voices claiming "Redskins" is a racist insult. (Native Americans have both agreed and vehemently disagreed the term is racist – it mostly depends on what group with an agenda one asks). Anyway, back to Kelce. Look, he's still trying to settle into his broadcasting role three years after retiring from the Philadelphia Eagles. He was a 13-year NFL center of the highest caliber, so he's outstanding at explaining offensive line play. This booth analyst gig is mostly new for Kelce and he got all fired up explaining the Commanders' play in the secondary. "Washington's secondary has been great on third down," Kelce said under replays of plays by the unit. "...When you're in man to man coverage, it just takes one missed tackle, and that can turn into a huge play. "The Redskins right now are doing a great job of not only staying tight, but making the play when the ball is in the receiver's hand and keeping it short of the sticks." Play-by-play announcer Dave Pasch immediately chimed in, "Commanders. You did it." Oh noes, Kelce is in trouble. Or at least he acted like it. "What'd I do?" Kelce asked. "You said Redskins," Pasch said, repeating that nickname that is both beloved and blackballed. "Oh, my gosh!" Kelce exclaimed. "I almost made it out." The three men in the booth that included Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner as another analyst, apparently talked about the possibility of inadvertently using the Redskins name on air before the game. "Yeah, the three of us had a little gentleman's bet who would be first," Pasch said. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! And all this shows the utter stupidity of the whole name change thing. If one were to take a poll of whether the Redskins should continue to be called the Redskins, as they were in Washington since 1937 to 2020, it is likely a large portion of respondents would definitely want the traditional nickname to return. And, yes, there are people who would still want the old nickname banished to the memory of what they believe was a racist time. Washington owner Josh Harris is apparently in this group, and he gets the final call. But one simply cannot erase history – although some people try. The Redskins were beloved in Washington. Kelce played against them during nine of his 13 seasons with that team. TAYLOR HEINICKE RETIRES FROM THE NFL WITH A FAREWELL SALUTE TO THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS Many players who wore the Indian head helmet logo inspired by Blackfeet Chief John Two Guns White Calf and heard the, "Hail to the Redskins," fight song echo in their ears during home games, continue to hold allegiance to the Redskins nickname. The NFL Network booth, led by Pasch's lighthearted approach to this flub, struck the right tone. Kelce's apology? Relax, bro. Liberals may not like it. But Diron Talbert, Dave Butz, Darryl Grant and Jonathan Allen aren't coming after you. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7a75342cf4db8bee76 Mohave County could seek federal help with booming burro population te 2026-10-04T17:40:10.703Z Mohave County could seek federal help with booming burro population Mohave County supervisors will consider asking the federal government for sustained funding to rein in a Black Mountains wild burro population that has grown to more than eight times its recommended maximum. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7975342cf4db8bee6d Man dies at Cattail Cove te 2026-10-04T17:40:09.786Z Man dies at Cattail Cove Lake Havasu City authorities said a man died Saturday at Cattail Cove State Park. Reports indicated that a man was pulled from the water near Cattail Cove Saturday afternoon and emergency responders were observed treating him in an ambulance. Lake… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7775342cf4db8bee62 ‘No Tax on Tips’ May Fall Flat for G.O.P. in Fight for House and Senate te 2026-10-04T17:40:07.531Z ‘No Tax on Tips’ May Fall Flat for G.O.P. in Fight for House and Senate Tipped workers in Arizona have benefited from the G.O.P.’s big tax cut. But they face economic stress from other Republican policies. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7675342cf4db8bee59 Some Democrats Say Senate Race In South Carolina Is Winnable. Others, not so much. te 2026-10-04T17:40:06.662Z Some Democrats Say Senate Race In South Carolina Is Winnable. Others, not so much. Dr. Annie Andrews, a Democrat, is hoping to defeat Senator Darline Graham. Even some of her most ardent supporters sense that her bid is a long shot. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7575342cf4db8bee50 How Trump Moved Ethical Lines With His Ads, Businesses and Summits te 2026-10-04T17:40:05.865Z How Trump Moved Ethical Lines With His Ads, Businesses and Summits The president’s decision to hold an international summit at his own private golf club, an idea rejected in his first term, illustrates how much he has shattered norms. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7575342cf4db8bee47 How Democrats Have Changed the Way They Talk About Trans Issues te 2026-10-04T17:40:05.033Z How Democrats Have Changed the Way They Talk About Trans Issues Democrats competing in historically conservative territory in the midterms are more aggressively responding to Republican attacks casting them as extreme. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac28f7475342cf4db8bee3e Tight Competition: The Contest to Name Philly’s Best Parallel Parker te 2026-10-04T17:40:04.087Z Tight Competition: The Contest to Name Philly’s Best Parallel Parker Out of more than 900 applicants, 15 were chosen to compete in three rounds, including “Tight Squeeze” and “Under Duress.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2887075342cf4db8bed8e Harvard football outsmarts Colgate on Hail Mary attempt to win game in final seconds te 2026-10-04T17:10:08.070Z Harvard football outsmarts Colgate on Hail Mary attempt to win game in final seconds Sometimes, being at an Ivy League institution matters. A quick-thinking lateral, after a brutal false start, helped the Harvard Crimson defeat the Colgate Raiders on Saturday night 20-17. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Raiders thought they had a victory wrapped up when quarterback Jake Stearney threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Matt Fogler with 27 seconds left in the game. The Crimson had more than enough time to do something with the football and at least tie the game to force overtime. Harvard quarterback Charlie Smith moved the ball up the field and gave kicker Francisco Moscoso a chance to tie the game with a long field goal. However, the Crimson special teams committed a false start penalty, causing Harvard to be moved out of field goal range. Smith had one last snap. He took the ball and fired it downfield to Teigan Pelletier, who was well short of the end zone. Pelletier tried to carry multiple Raiders defenders on his back before he saw Nate Bailey and tossed him the football. Bailey rushed the ball into the end zone as time expired. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Harvard won the game, moving to 3-0 on the year. College football fans went wild as the clip went viral across social media. Bailey finished with 16 catches for 197 yards and a touchdown. His receptions mark is the second-most in a single game in Harvard history – five short of Carl Owens and one better than Kyle Juszczyk. Smith finished with 369 passing yards and two touchdown passes. Stearney was 21-of-39 with 188 passing yards and a touchdown pass. Fogler finished with 12 catches for 138 yards and a touchdown. Colgate fell to 4-2 on the season. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2886f75342cf4db8bed85 Neighborhood backlash collides with America's tech arms race — but is this the plan to fix it? te 2026-10-04T17:10:07.207Z Neighborhood backlash collides with America's tech arms race — but is this the plan to fix it? A national security push to expand the infrastructure behind America's technological ambitions is running into resistance from the communities being asked to host it, pitting Washington's race to stay ahead of China against mounting local backlash. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va., who represents America’s "Data Center Alley," warns that backlash could obstruct the very buildout Washington considers a national priority unless Congress steps in — arguing that community buy-in is necessary to keep expansion moving. "The communities are being steamrolled by the industry," Subramanyam told Fox News Digital. "They’re not feeling like anyone’s listening to them." Subramanyam is pitching a four-part federal plan aimed at breaking what he sees as a false choice between unchecked development and outright moratoriums. The proposal addresses siting, power costs, energy and water measurement, and security for the facilities and surrounding communities. TRUMP’S DATA CENTER PUSH FRACTURES CONGRESS AS LOCAL ANGER EXPLODES: 'GRASPING AT STRAWS' "If you are concerned about a race with China, when it comes to building data centers and AI, you should want to work with us on a plan to get community buy-in for where to build data centers," Subramanyam said. His Fair Share Act would push states to require large power users to cover more of the infrastructure costs needed to serve them, according to the plan. HOMEOWNERS IN THE HEART OF AMERICA’S AI BOOM ARE GETTING AN UNEXPECTED PAYOFF "At the federal level, if we say that we're going to take away some of your federal funding if you do this, then it will be a no-brainer," he said, arguing data centers should "pay their fair share for the infrastructure that needs to be built because of them." The tension surfaced again this week as Fox News Digital reported on complaints of noise and encroachment from a massive data center built against an Ashburn cul-de-sac. Subramanyam said many residents in his district understand the need for the infrastructure but object to how he says its costs and burdens are distributed. Loudoun County says data center revenue has helped it lower its real-property tax rate, from $1.145 per $100 of assessed value in 2016 to $0.805 in 2026, according to the county. But Subramanyam argued residents must weigh those benefits against costs he says can appear elsewhere, particularly on utility bills. "What's not OK is feeling like they come in, jack up utility costs and we pay for their power infrastructure," he said, also citing water, air quality and other community concerns. The industry disputes that data centers are driving higher residential power bills. The Leesburg-based Data Center Coalition has cited a recent analysis by energy consulting firm E3 that found no historical evidence that data centers increased residential electricity costs under existing rate structures. Fox News Digital reached out to the trade group, which is based in Data Center Alley, for comment on the package. Subramanyam argues infrastructure with national implications cannot continue developing "ad hoc" under a patchwork of state and local rules. CHINA ‘THROWING GASOLINE ON THE FIRE’ IN AI DATA CENTERS RACE, SAY LAWMAKERS Other pieces of the plan would establish federal standards for siting and measurement and develop protections against security threats, including attacks on critical infrastructure overseas. "I know that localities do zoning, states do energy policy and other related things, but Congress and the federal government need to get involved," Subramanyam said. AMERICA'S REDDEST STATE CHASES BILLION-DOLLAR BOOM AS OTHERS SOUR ON MASSIVE EMERGING INDUSTRY Those concerns have also become a focus of state action. Gov. Abigail Spanberger unveiled a September framework aimed at strengthening local control, shifting more infrastructure costs onto major power users and setting new standards for water use and grid reliability. "In the years before I took office, data centers came to Virginia, and the commonwealth did not have a clear or coordinated plan to address their impacts on Virginians — on their electric bills, their water, their land, their air, or their quality of life," Spanberger told Fox News Digital. Leaders across the political spectrum, from Spanberger to Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, have crafted plans and emphasized the issue’s importance on multiple fronts. Just across the Blue Ridge, West Virginia has taken a different approach, creating a microgrid program designed to attract large projects. Critics have raised concerns about limits on local government powers, while proponents have mapped-out potential property tax elimination. Jefferson County stakeholders recently debated the issue with the state's data-economy liaison at a forum in Shepherdstown, where county commissioner Cara Keys criticized the potential loss of local control while the liaison maintained that project approvals would be handled judiciously, according to WVMetroNews. "Two things can be true: You can support data centers, and you can be against the guardrails lacking in [the law]," Keys said. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER For Subramanyam, the sharply different approaches on either side of the Blue Ridge illustrate the patchwork he says Washington must address before local resistance hardens further. "The only plan I've seen is either to do nothing or a full moratorium," he said. "And to me, neither of those is a viable option moving forward." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2861c75342cf4db8bed06 One southern state's rise is making it America's new 'economic center of gravity' te 2026-10-04T17:00:12.067Z One southern state's rise is making it America's new 'economic center of gravity' DALLAS — As companies and capital flow away from traditional financial hubs like New York and California, one southern state is making an increasingly aggressive bid to become America's next financial powerhouse. Speaking with Fox News Digital from the Texas Stock Exchange's Dallas headquarters, former Congressman Jeb Hensarling, a strategic advisor to the exchange, said Texas is already becoming "the economic center of gravity in America." "Texas is really becoming the economic center of gravity in America," Hensarling said. "As New York is increasingly shoving capital out, Texas is saying, 'You're welcome.' We put out the welcome mat, whereas New York, capital isn't really made to feel at home, and capital wants to go where it's made to feel at home." AMERICA’S NEXT ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE MAY BE RISING IN RED-STATE TERRITORY The Texas Stock Exchange, which received Securities and Exchange Commission approval last year, is designed to compete with the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq by giving companies another venue to go public and list their shares. Supporters say the exchange is the latest sign the Lone Star State is evolving from a destination for corporate relocations into a financial center capable of challenging Wall Street. "Texas has been a great place to do business for decades," Hensarling said. "But increasingly, it's a great place to headquarter your business. Over the last couple of legislative sessions, because of laws passed, it's a great place to incorporate your business. And really the last piece of that puzzle was the Texas Stock Exchange, which is now making Texas the best place to list your company and to go public." THIS STATE ISN'T JUST GROWING — ITS ECONOMY IS GETTING RICHER PER RESIDENT The exchange has already secured primary listings from companies including Energy Transfer, Dillard's, Sunoco and Texas Capital Bank. Hensarling said backing from major financial firms such as JPMorgan and BlackRock, along with executives recruited from competing exchanges, demonstrates the venture is more than a branding exercise. "They don't put their capital in places where they think it's going to lose money," Hensarling said. "It's a lot of validation from the market already." Hensarling also dismissed criticism that "Y'all Street" is little more than a catchy slogan. "If it was gimmicky, I'm not really sure the competition would be all of a sudden setting up offices here," he said. Hensarling pointed to the exchange's financial backers, executives recruited from rival exchanges and companies that have chosen Texas as their primary listing as evidence that it has quickly become a credible competitor. Hensarling said the exchange is simply the latest chapter in Texas' broader economic ascent. "People are coming to Texas because, again, capital is made to feel welcome," he said. "It's an economic juggernaut... all in all, they're coming here because this is where, economically, the action is." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2861b75342cf4db8becfd Texas Tech fan claims to find part of Colorado's playbook at hotel bar, shows plays that match opening drive te 2026-10-04T17:00:11.086Z Texas Tech fan claims to find part of Colorado's playbook at hotel bar, shows plays that match opening drive A Texas Tech fan claimed to have found pages from Colorado's playbook left behind at a bar inside the hotel where the Buffaloes were reportedly staying ahead of their home matchup against the Red Raiders. Based on the photos shared on social media, the evidence is rather damning for the Colorado coaching staff. The fan shared the claims to On3's Inside The Double T message board under the name 'VivaTerlingua' on Friday. "OK I’m not posting pics of it but a bunch of us are in the Colorado team hotel at the bar and we found a 25 page or so playbook that I would bet large amounts of money on is the actual CU playbook," VivaTerlingua posted. "It’s got opening plays, red zone info, our tendencies, etc., etc." COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF EXPANSION IS NOTHING MORE THAN A DESPERATE FINANCIAL BAILOUT DISGUISED AS PROGRESS A person who identified themselves as a "buddy" to the group of people who found the alleged pages of the playbook was not as discreet and shared different videos to Instagram showing different pages that appeared to be the same plays Colorado called early on in the game against Texas Tech. With photos and videos of the alleged playbook made public, another user on X shared a video early Sunday morning that showed the play sheet, and the first six plays of the game from Colorado's offense appeared to match the pages. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! There is no evidence that anyone on the Texas Tech staff received or even saw a copy of the pages from the alleged playbook, but the Red Raiders were lights out against the Buffaloes' offense on Saturday night. Colorado managed to score on its opening drive of the game, but from then on, the Red Raiders' defense dominated the remainder of the contest. The Buffaloes threw four interceptions in the second half alone, which helped Texas Tech ultimately cruise to a 29-7 victory to move to 5-0 on the season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Despite the fact that, again, there is zero evidence that a Colorado staffer did, in fact, leave a playbook sitting at the hotel bar, the story has taken on a life of its own, and it's not one that puts Colorado head coach Deion Sanders and his program in the brightest of lights amid serious struggles. Colorado fell to 2-3 on the year with the loss to Texas Tech, and the Buffaloes have been outscored 93-27 over their last three games combined. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2861975342cf4db8bece9 Desert Star, River Valley and MALC earn dominating wins this week te 2026-10-04T17:00:09.108Z Desert Star, River Valley and MALC earn dominating wins this week This week, three area teams took wins in dominating fashion with one of them bouncing back from a loss last week. As the regular season is beginning to wind down, the teams will look to continue one game at a… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2861775342cf4db8bece0 Desert Star, River Valley and MALC earn dominating wins this week te 2026-10-04T17:00:07.822Z Desert Star, River Valley and MALC earn dominating wins this week The Patriots offensive line tries to make a hole as Martin Abundiz (14) rushes the ball in the win over Joseph City on Aug. 28. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac283c475342cf4db8beb01 Latino voters swing back to Democrats ahead of midterm elections: Poll te 2026-10-04T16:50:12.562Z Latino voters swing back to Democrats ahead of midterm elections: Poll Latino voters are swinging away from President Donald Trump and Republicans ahead of the midterm elections, according to new polling from NBC News and Telemundo. The poll surveyed 800 registered Latino voters across the U.S. from Sept. 21-28, finding that 69% say they disapprove of Trump's performance, compared to just 27% who approve. Meanwhile, roughly 66% say Trump's deportation policies have gone too far, and 75% say Trump has mishandled the economy and cost of living, the poll found. FOX NEWS POLL: MAJORITY SAYS IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT HAS CROSSED THE LINE The poll likewise found that Democrats hold a huge advantage over the GOP among Latino voters, despite Republicans making gains with the demographic in 2024. Asked which party they would like to see in control of Congress, 59% of Latino voters said Democrats, compared to 35% who wanted Republicans. FOX NEWS POLL: SQUEEZED BY COSTS, FRUSTRATED VOTERS TURN TO THE DEMOCRATS Democrats had just a 12-point lead among Latino voters going into the 2024 elections, showing that Trump and the GOP have lost some of the ground they gained with the voting group. The GOP still shows drastic improvement among Latino voters over the last decade, however. In 2016 and 2018, Latino support for a GOP congress sat at just 21% and 26% respectively. LEE CARTER: THE SUMMER POLLS MISSED THE POINT: VOTERS ARE MOVING — AND THE MIDTERMS BEGIN NBC News and Telemundo conducted the poll via phone interviews and online surveys via text message. The poll advertises a margin of error of 3.5%. The data is the latest in a series of polls showing Democrats have large advantage over Republicans heading into the midterm elections. Trump argued at a political rally in Dayton, Ohio, on Saturday night that the bad polling numbers have failed to account for his influence on the elections. "These fake polls, they don't account for one thing. They don't account for the fact that Trump is out campaigning. They never thought this was good. They never thought this was going to happen," Trump told a cheering crowd. "With you at my side, we have always prevailed and prevailed by a lot and got record-setting votes and record-setting victory," Trump said. "We've won every battle. We've defeated every hope. We've overcome every threat. And now we are on the cusp of beating the communists, socialist, radicalized lunatics and villains once and for all. We're going to put them down once and for all." In the House of Representatives, Democrats are projected to win 215 seats compared to 201 for the GOP, meaning the left only needs three more victories out of the 19 possible toss-up races to clinch a majority. Republicans would need to win at least 17 of those races. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac283c375342cf4db8beaf8 Subtle change in how you speak could be early sign of dementia risk, new research suggests te 2026-10-04T16:50:11.838Z Subtle change in how you speak could be early sign of dementia risk, new research suggests New research suggests that voice disorders, including shifts in vocal pitch, volume or clarity, could indicate a higher probability of developing dementia or cognitive impairment in the future. A study involving 833,417 participants aged 50 and older examined the connection between a voice disorder, hearing loss, or both with the chance of developing cognitive impairment or dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, beginning a year after the voice disorder and hearing loss diagnoses. The findings from the study, conducted by a team at the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, were published in the Journal of Voice. EVERYDAY TASK MAY HELP DETECT EARLY DEMENTIA SIGNS BEFORE DIAGNOSIS, STUDY FINDS Results showed that participants with a voice disorder but no hearing loss had a 58% increased likelihood of developing dementia or cognitive issues in the future, whereas participants with a voice disorder and hearing loss had a 104% chance. For all participants with voice disorders, with or without hearing loss, there was a 29% increased probability of developing dementia or cognitive impairment, whereas those with only hearing loss had a 27% greater risk. "We found the strongest link with dementia among patients experiencing a voice disorder and hearing loss," said Robert Sataloff, a professor and chair at the Drexel University College of Medicine, Science Alert reported. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "Importantly, we found that those with a voice disorder and no hearing loss were at greater risk than patients who experience hearing loss only," he added. Examples of voice disorders include laryngitis, vocal cord paralysis, vocal cord lesions and spasmodic dysphonia (laryngeal dystonia), among others, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Regardless of the possible correlation between vocal issues and dementia, researchers noted that seeking treatment for a voice disorder could also benefit a patient’s brain. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Hearing loss and trouble speaking could discourage individuals from socializing with others, and studies have shown that social engagement can stimulate the brain and play a role in warding off dementia. Sataloff said that it’s "only natural" for voice disorders and hearing loss to be connected to cognitive impairment. Those who experience pain or discomfort when talking or singing might "participate less often in brain-supporting social or other engaging activities," he noted. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Despite the study's findings, having a voice disorder doesn’t necessarily mean that future cognitive impairment is absolutely certain. Additionally, it’s not guaranteed that vocal issues indicate the beginning of a decline in brain function or the onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac283be75342cf4db8beae4 Democrats Lead Governor Races Deep in Republican Territory, Polls Show te 2026-10-04T16:50:06.311Z Democrats Lead Governor Races Deep in Republican Territory, Polls Show Democratic advantages in the races for governor in Texas, Iowa, Ohio and Alaska reflect deep unhappiness with President Trump and the economy. A Republican leads in Kansas. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac283bd75342cf4db8beadb Oregon Man Pinned by Boulder Calls 911 Using Siri From His Earbuds te 2026-10-04T16:50:05.244Z Oregon Man Pinned by Boulder Calls 911 Using Siri From His Earbuds The man was trapped under a boulder that the police said likely weighed a “literal ton” and could not reach his phone. He used Apple’s Siri to call 911, his mother said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27f1275342cf4db8bea5b Adam Copeland conquers Steve Maclin in highly anticipated match during Maple Leaf Pro's Northern Rising te 2026-10-04T16:30:10.545Z Adam Copeland conquers Steve Maclin in highly anticipated match during Maple Leaf Pro's Northern Rising Adam Copeland got one more chance to chase a dream on Saturday night as Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling (MLP) held Northern Rising at the venue known as Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto. Copeland had been open about his desire to perform at the facility. He previously spoke to OutKick Dropkick about it, noting that he watched his first pro wrestling match there when he was a kid. He didn’t get a chance to compete there when he was in WWE because the company had moved shows to a bigger arena as it grew in popularity. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK PRO WRESTLING COVERAGE But Maple Leaf Wrestling and All Elite Wrestling (AEW) opened the door for Copeland to step foot inside an MLP ring. His opponent? Oh, just one of the hottest pro wrestling free agents on the market in Steve Maclin. The U.S. Marine-turned-wrestler had been champing at the bit to get to Copeland, even appearing on AEW "Dynamite" to blindside his opponent in the weeks leading up to Northern Rising. There was nowhere to run Saturday night. Any normal 52-year-old man or woman probably shouldn’t be doing the things Copeland did in his street fight against Maclin in the main event of Northern Rising. Copeland going above and beyond to put on a show for those in Toronto underscored his legendary status in pro wrestling. Copeland suplexed Maclin from the ring apron in between a ladder that was propped upside down near the ropes. He also hit a big splash from the top turnbuckle onto Maclin, who was sent crashing through a table that was set up outside of the ring. Maclin doled out his fair share of punishment, too – suplexing Copeland onto a ladder. There were plenty of "Oh s---!" moments during the match. Maclin’s wife, Ring of Honor pure women’s champion Deonna Purrazzo, interfered and sprayed Copeland and the referee in the face. Fellow pro wrestling legend Rhino evened the odds. He speared Maclin and Purrazzo, helping the fight reset. Copeland would get back the upper hand. He stepped outside of the ring, onto the ramp and walked all the way up it before turning back around, sprinting down the aisle and spearing Maclin through the ropes. He hit one more spear before covering Maclin for the win. The Canadian superstar gave Maclin his flowers after the match as he addressed the crowd and spoke about how special it was to compete at Maple Leaf Gardens. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Josh Alexander and Stu Grayson battled for the Undisputed MLP Canadian Championship ahead of Copeland’s match with Maclin. It was one of the matches of the night. Grayson came into the bout as the interim champion while Alexander considered himself to be the champion after never losing the title. He had only been out of MLP action because of a knee injury. When he returned, Alexander set his sights on Grayson. The feud needed to come to an end. Alexander would do his best to avoid any major moves from Grayson early. When Grayson went to the top rope, Alexander pushed him off and caused his opponent to crash onto several security members. In a high-stakes match, high-risk moves became common. Grayson was trying to get back his momentum and superplexed Alexander before nailing him with a knee to the face. Grayson couldn’t get the pin and it would be the theme for the rest of the match. Alexander would get help from Don Callis in the latter moments of the match. Callis jumped onto the apron with a screwdriver, but the referee appeared to thwart an attempt to hand the screwdriver to Alexander. Still, somehow, Alexander got his hand on the weapon and used it against Grayson without the referee seeing it. He then hit two C4 piledrivers and pinned Grayson for the win. The Northern Rising card featured two more singles titles on the line. Priscilla Kelly defending her MLP Canadian Women’s Championship against Nikki Storm and Andrade El Idolo defending the AEW National Championship against Rohan Raja. Kelly appeared to have no interest in letting Storm take over the match. She seemed to be in control from the get-go. She nailed a dropkick on Storm as Storm was on the mat and leaning on the bottom rope. Kelly then went to work with her own myriad of kicks to Storm that turned into a stomp on her back. Storm had no answers for Kelly, who retained the title. Kelly has held the title for over 55 days as she won the belt in September on Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling "Mayhem" over Gisele Shaw. Meanwhile, Andrade was looking to settle the score against Raja, who has taken out several Luchadores on "Mayhem" over the last few weeks. Andrade is considered to be one of the best pro wrestlers in the sport, but Raja gave him all he could handle. Andrade’s prowess in the ring took over Raja’s innate abilities. Andrade, at one point, powerslammed Raja from the ring apron down to the floor. Raja put up a good fight, but it was Andrade who was still the national champion before the night was finished. Andrade shook Raja’s hand after the match, signaling that Raja was someone to watch. 1st Faction was going to have a tough test at Northern Rising. Brent Banks and Sheldon Jean put the MLP Canadian Tag Team Championship on the line against Grizzled Young Veterans and Sinner & Saints. James Drake and Zack Gibson, of Grizzled Young Veterans, made clear in pre-match promos they were going to come into the Northern Rising match and conquer. And they did exactly that. Drake and Gibson were off to a hot start taking out Judas Icarus and Travis Williams from the jump. But just as it looked like Sinner & Saint was going to win the titles over 1st Faction, Bryce Hansen got to the referee before the pin could be counted. The small interference caused a distraction that had a ripple effect in the match. Grizzled Young Veterans took over and did not look back. They become the third tag team champions since Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling returned to the forefront of the sport. 1st Faction’s reign ends at about 191 days. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27f1175342cf4db8bea52 Enormous moose gets slammed to the pavement in viral video of a street brawl in Colorado te 2026-10-04T16:30:09.778Z Enormous moose gets slammed to the pavement in viral video of a street brawl in Colorado If you're going to witness a moose street brawl, doing so from the comfort of your own vehicle a decent distance from the action is a good way to do it. A viral video posted this weekend by Colorado meteorologist Joe Ruch shows two enormous bull moose going at it in the middle of the street. The fight is recorded from the comfort of a vehicle. It's peak rutting season for moose in Colorado and locking antlers is a regular occurrence. What likely isn't a regular occurrence is one of the moose being slammed on the pavement. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS That takes place during this back and forth battle in Steamboat Springs and it ends the fight. The moose who ended up on its back in the middle of the street had enough. The beginning of the video actually shows the end of the fight. It then switches to earlier in the action with the two tangled up before the eventual winner of the fight is briefly pushed down in the street. HIKER IN COLORADO TAKES TRIP TO THE HOSPITAL AFTER BEING KICKED IN THE BACK BY A MOOSE As they go at, they end up on the side of a small hill. That's where the end of this fight begins. The two head back down towards the street and, as they pick up speed, one of them charges the other and that's when the slam takes place. They continue to lock antlers until the downed moose gets back to its feet and runs off. It no longer wanted anymore of this fight. And, after being knocked to the street, you can't blame it. The sounds captured in this video tell you all you need to know about a moose street brawl. You don’t want to find yourself in the middle of that. Stay back and enjoy the show from the comfort of your vehicle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27cbc75342cf4db8bea12 JONATHAN TURLEY: Supreme Court protesters target Chief Justice Roberts’ vacation home te 2026-10-04T16:20:12.520Z JONATHAN TURLEY: Supreme Court protesters target Chief Justice Roberts’ vacation home There are certain dates that have become a regular feature in American life. In February, the Sandhill Cranes return to the Platte River in Tennessee. In March, the swallows return to San Juan Capistrano. In October, the protesters have returned to Hupper Island, the summer vacation home of Chief Supreme Court Justice John Roberts. The last migratory pattern is more recent and certainly less welcomed. In past years, liberal protesters have descended on the homes of conservative justices to disrupt their lives, shout abuses, and, in one case involving Justice Brett Kavanaugh, seek to kill a member of the court. Protesters outside the home of Justice Amy Coney Barrett left bloody dolls on the lawn, knowing that she had young children inside. This week, protesters appeared at the vacation home of Chief Justice John Roberts in Maine. Calling themselves "kayak-tivists," they formed flotillas facing his home to hold up signs and voice their displeasure at the jurist. SUPREME COURT KICKS OFF NEW TERM WITH FRESH QUESTIONS OVER ITS LEGITIMACY AND ITS FUTURE It is an ironic moment for a chief justice, who has been regularly attacked by President Donald Trump for voting against his position in major cases ranging from tariffs to birthright citizenship. However, this is about rage, not reason. Back in 2022, Becca Shaw Glaser wrote about how Mainers needed to harass Roberts whenever he ventured out of his home. She wrote: SUPREME COURT CHIEF JUSTICE PINPOINTS WHAT AMERICANS MISUNDERSTAND ABOUT HIM AND HIS COLLEAGUES AMY CONEY BARRETT RECALLS HEARTBREAKING QUESTION FROM 12-YEAR-OLD SON OVER BULLETPROOF VEST Glaser, who was later dropped as a columnist, has pushed Mainers to hound Roberts wherever he goes in Maine: In its recent discussion of these protesters, the New York Times features Glaser and reveals how last year Glaser was approached by Roberts’ daughter, Josephine, who sought to defend her father during one of Glaser’s harassing protests. The Times recounts how liberals have been pushed to the breaking point by Roberts, despite the fact that he has had to curtail his movement around the island. WHAT'S NEXT IN THE BATTLE TO 'SAVE WOMEN'S SPORTS' AFTER SCOTUS RULING — AND THE HIDDEN DAMAGE DRIVING IT One of the featured suffering locals is Wendy Schlotterbeck, who was outraged when Roberts was spotted celebrating the Fourth of July on the island. The Times sympathetically explains the outrage since "[Roberts] and his colleagues had just narrowed protections for transgender athletes and minors and allowed Trump’s immigration crackdown to proceed." It recounts how Schlotterbeck has transgender relatives and "immigrant friends of hers [have] been arrested." Outraged, she left the picnic and, the next day, joined the "kayak-tivists" outside Roberts’ home. Protesting outside the home of a Supreme Court justice is a crime, though some of us have questioned the constitutionality of such laws. Putting that debate aside, the protests should be condemned by all Americans as reckless and wrong. JOHN YOO: BARRETT AND KAGAN’S SAFETY PLEA EXPOSES THE LEFT’S WAR ON THE SUPREME COURT Justices may hold different views on the left or the right, but they are all people of good faith who are trying to protect what they consider the essential rights of our Republic. Liberal justices have largely been spared such protests at their homes, though occasional protests have occurred. What is maddening is that this court has continued to show its independence in ruling with the law, rather than a partisan agenda. Unlike those on the left, who want to pack the court with an instant liberal majority in the name of fighting partisanship, the court continues to vote overwhelmingly on a unanimous or nearly unanimous basis. The conservative majority also continues to rule against the Trump administration when the law requires it. This term has many potential blockbuster decisions and the protesters are expected to return to the homes of justices around Washington. We have every right to debate, and indeed protest, such decisions. However, we should all unite around all of these justices — on the left and the right — in denouncing these protesters literally bobbing and floating on a sea of rage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27cb875342cf4db8be9fe Shooting in Vienna, Ga., Leaves 2 Dead and Dozens Wounded te 2026-10-04T16:20:08.311Z Shooting in Vienna, Ga., Leaves 2 Dead and Dozens Wounded A motive for the shooting, which happened in Vienna, Ga., early on Sunday, was not immediately known. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27cb775342cf4db8be9ef Letter to the Editor: The power of one – your vote is your voice te 2026-10-04T16:20:07.331Z Letter to the Editor: The power of one – your vote is your voice The U. S. Constitution with amendments relating to voting guarantees our right to vote as citizens of the United States of America. We will have the opportunity to vote on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, perhaps the most important election in… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27cb675342cf4db8be9e6 Letter to the Editor: Unusual resignation timing calls for a clear policy te 2026-10-04T16:20:06.241Z Letter to the Editor: Unusual resignation timing calls for a clear policy Dear Mayor and Members of the Flagstaff City Council: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27cb475342cf4db8be9dd Letter to the Editor: Aslan's experience matters more than ever te 2026-10-04T16:20:04.898Z Letter to the Editor: Aslan's experience matters more than ever Now, more than ever, Austin Aslan’s depth of experience as a Council member matters. With three open council seats and a fourth position to be filled by appointment, Flagstaff is facing a significant transition in its governing body. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27cb375342cf4db8be9d4 Letter to the Editor: Conflict of interest has never prompted Aslan to recuse himself te 2026-10-04T16:20:03.251Z Letter to the Editor: Conflict of interest has never prompted Aslan to recuse himself Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito recently recused himself from a Supreme Court climate case because he has investments in energy companies. Avoiding a possible conflict of interest was clearly the ethical choice to make. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27a6275342cf4db8be9ac Actor Luke Evans bucks political stereotype about being gay, says not everyone needs to be 'woke' te 2026-10-04T16:10:10.745Z Actor Luke Evans bucks political stereotype about being gay, says not everyone needs to be 'woke' Hollywood actor Luke Evans rejected the assumption that gay people should hold "woke" political views in an interview published Friday, saying sexuality does not determine someone's broader beliefs while discussing the politics surrounding his upcoming ITV drama, "The Party." When asked whether gay people are still expected to embrace left-wing politics, Evans rejected the idea that sexuality dictates a person's political or cultural views. "Just because you are gay yourself doesn’t mean you have to be woke," Evans told The Telegraph. "Your sexuality is one part of who you are, but our opinions on society and life differ in every single person. I’ve got very woke gay friends and very unwoke gay friends. We don’t all agree on the same thing." LOG CABIN REPUBLICANS REMOVES 'T' FROM LGBT ADVOCACY, SAYS 'RADICAL' TRANS ACTIVISTS ARE ERODING GAY SUPPORT Evans' comments echoed those of other gay public figures who have previously spoken to Fox News Digital about political expectations tied to their sexuality.  Black, gay influencer Amir Odom said in 2024 that he once believed being gay meant he was expected to support Democrats and LGBTQ political causes. Odom said he had previously followed what he described as a political "script" based in part on his race and sexuality. "That, because I'm gay, I have to be [a] Democrat, I have to support all the LGBTQ causes because that's who was there for me," he said. "Until I realized that wasn't the truth." DAVID MARCUS: WOKE 1.0 IS WHY ENTERTAINERS NEEDED OUR SECRET CONSERVATIVE CLUB Actor and activist Yuval David similarly told Fox News Digital in 2025 that he became "politically homeless" after feeling increasingly disconnected from communities he once expected to represent him.  The self-described gay, progressive American-Israeli ultimately voted for President Donald Trump. David said he believed ideological divisions had left some conservative LGBTQ voices feeling shut out. "Ironically, I've found that conservatives are the ones who allow LGBTQ+ people to speak freely," David said. "I've had real conversations with moderates and even right-leaning individuals. Meanwhile, the progressive left tries to shut me down the moment I don't align with all of their talking points." ISSA RAE SAYS DEI HAS BECOME A 'BAD WORD' IN HOLLYWOOD AS EXECUTIVES OF COLOR 'TIPTOE' TO KEEP JOBS Evans, known for roles in "Beauty and the Beast," "Fast & Furious 6" and "The Hobbit" franchise, spent much of his career playing "straight macho" characters despite being openly gay. He said that experience reinforced his belief that an actor's sexuality should not define his work. "I’ve played mostly straight macho roles my whole career, and I’ve loved it," Evans told The Telegraph. "In my own way, I’ve sent out a message that who you are and who you love has absolutely no relevance to your talent and that you can pull off playing a straight guy just as well as anyone." Earlier this week, openly gay actor Billy Porter said that his career benefited from what he called an era of "performative wokeness." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "As a Black, gay, out artist, I caught the wave of what we now know as performative wokeness," Porter said. Evans also rejected the idea that gay actors should only play gay characters, saying such a standard would have drastically limited his own career, while arguing that Hollywood should provide more opportunities for gay and transgender performers. "If gay people only played gay characters, then I’d have had no career," Evans said. "But I understand there’s also not enough opportunities for gay actors to play gay characters, or for trans actors to play trans characters." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27a6175342cf4db8be9a3 Top Republican unloads on rise of 'anti-American' candidates heading into midterms: 'You got to be kidding' te 2026-10-04T16:10:09.896Z Top Republican unloads on rise of 'anti-American' candidates heading into midterms: 'You got to be kidding' LEWISTON, MAINE - Rep. Tom Emmer, on the first stop of a 56 district blitz across the country rallying Republican voters, spoke to Fox News Digital about what he describes as an "anti-American" sentiment in the Democratic Party and his party’s message on the economy. "We're not talking about socialists, these are communists, Marxists, and anarchists," Emmer, the Republican House Majority Whip, told Fox News Digital this week about the rise of far-left candidates in the Democratic Party. "You got to be kidding. They want us to call them democratic socialists, there's nothing democratic about these people." Emmer, who was in Maine campaigning for Republican House candidate Paul LePage, specifically took issue with Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. EL-SAYED, MAMDANI BRANDED 'HAIR TONIC SALESMEN' IN BRUTAL JAB FROM TOP HOUSE REPUBLICAN "This guy says ridiculous things like U.S. NFL football is an example of toxic masculinity, he supports a terrorist who believes that America deserved to lose 3,000 people on 9-11, and he's got this Piker guy who's just shooting his mouth off on everything anti-American," Emmer said. "These people are anti-American more than anything else. It's time that we have great candidates like Paul LePage, which is why I'm here, who loves his state, loves this country and believes in the promise of America. We should be out there celebrating it and defending it not tearing it down, that's why you vote for Paul." With six weeks to go until Election Day and early voting already underway in a handful of states, the conventional wisdom is that Republicans may be in for some setbacks in the midterms. HOUSE CONSERVATIVES UNLEASH MULTIMILLION-DOLLAR MIDTERM BLITZ AGAINST DEM 'SOCIALIST' INSURGENCY As it defends its fragile House and Senate majorities, the GOP is fighting political history, which has traditionally seen the president's party lose congressional seats during the midterms. It's also battling high costs at the grocery stores and gas pumps tied to what polls show is an unpopular war with Iran, as well as President Donald Trump's underwater approval ratings. But Democrats are saddled with their own issues, from an ideological civil war between the party's left wing and the establishment that has handed Republicans plenty of political ammunition, to a brand image that's nothing to brag about. Add to that the Democrats' major disadvantage as the GOP floods the airwaves with attack ads. Fox News Digital asked Emmer what he would say to Republican voters in the current political climate in terms of defending the administration’s record. "First off, remember, the Biden administration put this economy in the ditch, literally," Emmer said. "Inflation we hadn't seen in 40 years. Donald Trump and Republicans in the House and the Senate have been putting this economy back on track. We can talk about all the investment and everything else, but we have to be very sensitive to the fact that $4 gas, $6 diesel is unacceptable, but I would argue it still isn't enough to vote for a communist." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27a6075342cf4db8be99a ‘Phantom’ ObamaCare accounts spark new crackdown as Oz targets broker fraud te 2026-10-04T16:10:08.977Z ‘Phantom’ ObamaCare accounts spark new crackdown as Oz targets broker fraud Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, is urging health insurers to work only with brokers who record their conversations with ObamaCare applicants, escalating the Trump administration's crackdown on unauthorized enrollments that officials say have cost taxpayers billions. Vice President JD Vance announced Tuesday that the administration’s anti-fraud task force will be removing 750,000 fraudulent recipients enrolled in ObamaCare, saying the move will save American taxpayers $2.2 billion. "These [ObamaCare enrollees] are phantom accounts," Oz told Fox News Digital. "There are no human beings involved in these accounts. BOMBSHELL REPORT EXPOSES HEALTHCARE FRAUD SCHEMES AS TAXPAYERS LOSE UP TO $521 BILLION ANNUALLY He continued, "Why do I think that? We reached out to them. We wanted to know, have you filed any claims? We don't see anything. Have you ever responded to any questions we've asked you? Do you have a Social Security number? Without that, I can't tell if you made enough money to be on Obamacare or maybe too much to be." Oz told Fox News Digital that the administration is encouraging health insurance companies to get involved in the anti-fraud push. "From now on, we're asking insurance companies to work with brokers who record the conversations," Oz said. "Why wouldn't you?" he said. "What are you nervous about? What are you worried about? Why don't you want me to hear what you discussed?" OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT UNCOVERS $500M IN FRAUD AND WASTE IN FEDERAL HEALTH BENEFITS PROGRAMS The move would help create transparency among the recipients who are applying to receive aid through Obamacare, ideally showing that the customer authorizing the transaction is verifiable and actually qualifies for the program. "I'm trying to make sure you had a real discussion to explain the policies and truly tried your best to get the right people in the right programs," Oz said about the administration’s proposal. "Otherwise, we have massive corporate fraud." Oz also told Fox News Digital the administration discovered 1.1 million people receiving benefits from ObamaCare that did not have a social security number. "The 760,000 accounts that we terminated, we took out because the American taxpayers should not be paying fraudulent brokers to lie about people who don't exist, collect premiums and run away with the money," Oz said. VANCE TO HOST CONGRESS AT WHITE HOUSE TO DISCUSS LEGISLATIVE ACTION ON FRAUD The Treasury Department has begun handing out refund checks of $500 to roughly 1 million Americans, along with a letter from President Donald Trump slamming the Biden administration for overcharging taxpayers "to fund the operation of HealthCare.gov." "I don't know what's driving this desire to hurt our ability to regulate," Oz said. "But I can tell you, for sure, we have other tricks up our sleeve to make sure we don't let the American people get taken advantage of." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac27a5b75342cf4db8be982 TechCrunch Mobility: Reining in robotaxis te 2026-10-04T16:10:03.147Z TechCrunch Mobility: Reining in robotaxis Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac275af75342cf4db8be8cb Tight ends remain an afterthought in passing game despite ASU’s offensive struggles against Baylor te 2026-10-04T15:50:07.539Z Tight ends remain an afterthought in passing game despite ASU’s offensive struggles against Baylor TEMPE – When the Arizona State football team lost senior tight end Khamari Anderson to a season-ending lower-left-leg injury against Kansas on Sept. 19 in London, the Sun Devils had two choices to make. They had to decide who would start in his absence, and they had to decide if his replacement would become a bigger part of the passing offense. During practice leading up to Saturday’s game against Baylor at Mountain America Stadium, the clear-cut replacement for Anderson was 6-foot-6, 265-pound sophomore AJ Ia. Before Saturday’s game, Ia had two catches on two targets for 19 yards and a touchdown. He is the only ASU tight end to reach the end zone this season. But in a game where the struggling offense needed all the help it could get, ASU continued to overlook the tight ends for any kind of passing spark. Coach Kenny Dillingham laid out his expectations for the position at a Sept. 21 news conference and nothing changed in the midst of a 55-19 loss to Baylor that dropped ASU to 2-2 overall and 10-1 in the Big 12. “I think for the tight ends, they have to be able to help us run the football,” Dillingham said. “And if they do that, the screen game, the play-action game, all that’s gonna open up off of it, but it’s not gonna be there if we can’t run the football effectively.” The Sun Devils did not run well against Baylor, managing 99 yards on 30 attempts for a 3.3-yard average. “There was some growth and some positives in (tonight’s game) as well, it’s just not good enough,” Dillingham said. “So we’ve gotta continue to evaluate that and it starts with me.” Ia’s first quarter against Baylor looked promising as he matched his season high in targets, catching one of two passes from quarterback Cutter Boley for six yards. But by the time he caught his second and only other pass for no gain, there was 10:22 left in the second quarter, and the Sun Devils were down 21-3.  Dillingham’s offense isn’t necessarily predicated on ignoring the tight end in the passing game. Chamon Metayer caught 70 passes for 681 yards and nine TDs over two seasons, and Jalin Conyers caught 30 passes in Dillingham’s first season at the helm in 2023. Even so, Metayer is one of five tight ends in the Dillingham era to catch a touchdown, and Metayer is the only one to catch more than three.  Ia understands his limited role. He said all he can do to expand it is to prove himself to the coaching staff. “Just keep comin’ up and showin’ up at practice every day and taking advantage of all the opportunities I got,” Ia said. “We really don’t get much, but still just gotta, every opportunity, we gotta take advantage of it.” The second-quarter pass wasn’t just the final catching opportunity for Ia on Saturday. Boley did not target a tight end the rest of the game. Not that it mattered much, as the only other tight end who played on Saturday wasn’t even registered as a tight end before kickoff. Freshman tackle Filiva’a “Suka” Lokotui, who wore number 92 rather than his usual 57, split reps with Ia and worked as a sixth offensive lineman, seldomly running decoy routes and drawing minimal attention. Lokotui filled a role that Dillingham said the team needed to be successful offensively. “At the end of the day, that position is a physical position,” Dillingham said. “We need guys that are gonna go in there and block somebody and win their one-on-one in the court. I think that’s the key for us. That’s the challenge.” Ia had better stats in the passing game, so Lokotui acted as his pure-blocking antithesis when the Sun Devils needed more oomph for the running game. Dillingham said that the tight end involvement changes with the opposing teams scheme, and position coach Jason Mohns agreed with him. “I think it’s a day-by-day basis,” Mohns said. “The only way you build trust is with consistency, and consistency starts on Monday night at walk throughs, Tuesday at practice, Wednesday at practice and all of a sudden you start stacking good days.  “Then you show up on Saturday and that’s how you build trust. We know that they can do it. It’s ‘Can they do it consistently?’” Ia and Lokotui understand the challenge, but from the way the coaches discussed the tight end position, it will seemingly remain a utility piece rather than the main attraction to the Sun Devils passing offense. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2735775342cf4db8be88f Does improved culture equate to success? USMNT victory over Mexico in Glendale suggests ‘yes’ te 2026-10-04T15:40:07.742Z Does improved culture equate to success? USMNT victory over Mexico in Glendale suggests ‘yes’ GLENDALE – The recent success of the U.S. men’s national team is less a story about results and more about the identity it is building. Ever since last summer’s World Cup, the USMNT has worked to create a culture that makes it a player in the world of soccer. Every game, even friendlies, has a big stake in shaping its identity. Saturday, which featured the third of four friendlies before the start of the Nations League quarterfinals in November, was no different. The vibe from the meeting against Mexico at State Farm Stadium suggested it was about much more than the 80th match between longtime rivals. The U.S. team’s 3-0 victory confirmed just that. “This was a great opportunity to see ourselves in a difficult game against a very good team,” U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino said. Mexico players fight for control of the ball during their friendly against the U.S. men’s national team in Glendale Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 at State Farm Stadium. (Photo by Tenoch Meaa Valdez/Cronkite News) A breakout youth movement is a key part of this team’s success. In Saturday’s match, Julian Hall, 18, became just the third USMNT player in history to score in each of his first three international appearances. Cavan Sullivan, 17, became the youngest USMNT player to score in an international game. The results have shown that this jelling of young and veteran players have allowed the USMNT to build a unique environment. USMNT goalkeeper Diego Kochen believes this has helped the team’s momentum. “Obviously there’s a lot of new players that came into camp and everything,” he said. “But the veterans, the staff, the entire U.S. roster, they’re making it so easy just to come in and integrate and just play our identity, play our soccer. So it’s been unbelievable.” The team’s recent success over three friendlies has provided the evidence. The U.S. team has won each game and has outscored opponents 11-3 in that stretch. “I think that there is a sense of just always wanting to win and compete at the highest level, and I think this is one of those games,” midfielder and USMNT captain Tyler Adams said about playing Mexico during Friday’s pre-event press conference. “For the long run, if the U.S. wants to grow and get better, we need to be able to compete with the likes of Mexico at a high level.” The U.S. men’s national team rolled to a 3-0 victory over Mexico in a friendly at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. (Photo by Janes Reyes/Cronkite News) Even with the success, the need to keep players in check is clear, especially when they’re eager to go out and play. After Saturday’s success, the coach kept his goal clear. “Our responsibility now is that this group of talented (players) grow in the right direction,” said Pochettino, who then reflected on the two other friendlies. ”And today, they were so excited to play. Again (like) in St. Louis against Chile, they were so excited. And they were so excited playing against Peru in Orlando. We need to continue that idea.” Handling a camp roster consisting of many young prospects also means encouraging a serious mindset. Pochettino wants to make sure of that with this roster, and that players are capable of proving themselves. “I think … what we expect as a coaching staff,” he said. “It’s not playing well or not. It’s that commitment and the desire to play, and that today is the most important game in your life. That is why we need to translate that we … come to the national team for business, not for fun, and that is important. ”If we are capable of understanding that, I think we have plenty of talent to compete and to grow and to compete for big things. That is the objective.” A friendly against Canada Tuesday remains, followed by the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals. That more than anything will tell the story of the team’s identity at the start of this new cycle of international play. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2710275342cf4db8be862 Riley Green fills the freezer after scoring a massive bull elk with a bow in the Utah mountains te 2026-10-04T15:30:10.671Z Riley Green fills the freezer after scoring a massive bull elk with a bow in the Utah mountains Riley Green has officially taken care of the grocery shopping for a while. The country star traded the stage for the Utah mountains recently, and the trip ended with Green standing behind an absolute stud of a bull elk — one he took with a compound bow. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE FROM OUTKICK OUTDOORS "Freezer is full," Green wrote Friday on Instagram. "Not many things challenge you like bow hunting elk… thankful for a few days to chase em in the Utah mountains and that I was able to put it all together on an awesome bull." And awesome might be underselling it a bit. The photos Green shared show a huge, mature bull with an impressive rack. He also showed what it looks like to lug all that meat out of the mountains, which is a monumental task in itself. If you've followed Green outside of country music, none of this should come as much of a surprise. He's a longtime hunter and particularly serious about doing it with a bow. In fact, Green is a regular guest host for "Major League Bowhunter," and the show previously followed him through a Montana elk hunt appropriately titled "3rd Times A Charm." He's also talked about just how difficult it is to fit an archery elk hunt around life on the road. During a previous appearance on "Bussin' With The Boys," Green explained that the short season and the time required to actually find and get on elk make bowhunting them especially tricky with a touring schedule. He recalled drawing elk tags in consecutive years but having only a few days available to hunt. COUNTRY MUSIC STAR SAM BARBER BAGS A MONSTER CARIBOU ON HIS RECENT ALASKA HUNTING TRIP That's part of what makes his latest Utah bull so impressive. Unlike rifle hunting, bowhunting requires getting much closer to an elk before taking the shot. And we're talking about an animal that can weigh hundreds of pounds, cover a whole lot of mountainous country and has absolutely no interest in making your life easy. Apparently Green managed to put all the pieces together this time. Funny enough, Green isn't even the only country star to fill a freezer with Utah elk meat lately. Luke Combs recently tagged a bull of his own during a Utah hunt with Jason Phelps — the same hunt Combs credited with helping motivate his recent 30-pound weight loss. Combs had hoped to get his elk with a bow but ultimately switched to a rifle before getting it done. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Green, meanwhile, stuck with the bow. Not that we're keeping score here. Love all things hunting and outdoors? Follow OutKick OutDoors on Instagram and TikTok! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac26ea875342cf4db8be825 Marcus Mariota suffers knee injury against Colts in London as Commanders lose another starting QB te 2026-10-04T15:20:08.250Z Marcus Mariota suffers knee injury against Colts in London as Commanders lose another starting QB The Washington Commanders have lost their starting quarterback in the United States and on Sunday they lost their starting quarterback in the United Kingdom as Marcus Mariota injured his knee against the Indianapolis Colts. Mariota was apparently injured on a sack by Colts defensive lineman Laiatu Latu, who landed on the quarterback in the pass pocket. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The Commanders said Mariota is questionable to return with a right knee injury. JAXSON DART TORE HIS MCL AND MENISCUS WHICH REQUIRE SURGERY AND ENDS HIS 2026 SEASON WITH THE NEW YORK GIANTS OutKick medical expert Dr. David Chao, who served 17 years as the San Diego Chargers chief doctor, said the concern for Mariota is an MCL injury. Chao, the founder of Sports Injury Central, originally held out hope for a Mariota return but as the Commanders got multiple possessions that would have given the team plenty of time to bring the QB back with a brace, the concern became that Mariota is not returning. Mariota he did not return before halftime. Mariota, you should know, started this game in London and last week, because starter Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow in a game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sept. 20. Daniels has not played since but he returned to practice on a limited basis this last week and the Commanders are hopeful he can return to the starting lineup for their Week 5 game against the New York Giants. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! That obviously doesn't help in this game. Mariota was replaced by third-stringer Athan Kaliakmanis. Kaliakmanis is a rookie quarterback whom Washington selected in the seventh round (223rd overall) of the 2026 NFL Draft after college stops at Minnesota and Rutgers. The Commanders hope Kaliakmanis can complete as many passes in this games as there are letters in his full name. FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac26ea275342cf4db8be80f Trump unveils his new Super Intelligence Force te 2026-10-04T15:20:03.001Z Trump unveils his new Super Intelligence Force This new task force is Trump's latest response to the debate over AI safety. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac26c5375342cf4db8be7ea America’s Arctic war machine roars to life as commander reveals chilling new reality on Russia’s doorstep te 2026-10-04T15:10:11.235Z America’s Arctic war machine roars to life as commander reveals chilling new reality on Russia’s doorstep Across one of the coldest, most remote and strategically exposed corners of the United States, American forces are practicing how to fight on land, at sea and in the air — rapidly moving rocket systems into western Alaska, sending F-35s and F-16s toward simulated threats and coordinating U.S. and Canadian warships in the Bering Sea. The operations are part of Tundra Merlin, an enduring U.S. military campaign aimed at proving that even across Alaska’s vast distances and extreme Arctic conditions, American and allied forces can rapidly assemble combat power to defend the northern approaches to the homeland. And behind that show of force is a changing security environment increasingly shaped by Russia and China. TWO ICEBREAKERS HEADED TO ALASKA AS US COMBATS RUSSIAN, CHINESE INFLUENCE IN ARCTIC "I think what’s changed is primarily two things," Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of Alaskan Command, told Fox News Digital. "One is that the melting sea ice has made the Arctic more accessible. And we’re seeing increased activity both commercially and militarily in the Arctic, particularly during the summer months." "The other factor is that China and Russia and others are continuing to advance their military capabilities and capacity with an interest in showing that they can use them in the Arctic as well," Davis said. The Pentagon has reached a similar conclusion. Its 2024 Arctic Strategy warned that growing Russia-China cooperation could "alter the Arctic’s stability and threat picture," and called for greater U.S. presence, exercises and military preparedness in a region becoming increasingly accessible. Defense officials have said forces operating there must be able not merely to train in extreme conditions, but survive them. RUSSIA PULLED BACK FROM THE ARCTIC, FOR NOW. NATO MUST ACT BEFORE THOSE TROOPS RETURN Few places illustrate the stakes better than Alaska. The state sits at the intersection of the Arctic and Pacific and serves as a critical hub for homeland defense and a platform for projecting U.S. military power toward the Indo-Pacific and beyond. The Russian and American mainlands are only about 55 miles apart at their closest points across the Bering Strait, while Russia’s Big Diomede Island and Alaska’s Little Diomede Island are separated by roughly 2.5 miles. Alaska also hosts major air bases, early-warning and missile-defense infrastructure and tens of thousands of military personnel. U.S. Northern Command says Alaskan Command has more than 22,000 active-duty personnel from across the services, along with approximately 4,700 Guard and Reserve members. Air Force officials have described Alaska as the "crossroads of the Arctic and the Pacific," providing U.S. forces with reach and domain awareness for both homeland defense and global power projection. Davis put that geography in even starker terms. Pointing to the fifth-generation fighters positioned in Alaska, he told Fox News Digital that U.S. forces can "project from the Arctic to almost anywhere in the Northern Hemisphere in about 10 hours of flight time." RUSSIA’S QUIETER NUCLEAR SUBMARINES THREATEN NATO, FORMER COMMANDER WARNS Tundra Merlin is designed to turn that geographic advantage into combat capability. Davis described the operation as a collection of military options — essentially "plays in a playbook" — that can be activated either to deter an adversary or respond if one begins acting aggressively. "Our hope is that we don’t have any adversarial activity because we’ve effectively deterred it," Davis said. "But if we do see it and we have kind of a play in the playbook ready to go. For a response."One of the most striking demonstrations came in recently, on Alaska’s western edge. U.S. and Canadian forces rapidly moved a U.S. Army HIMARS mobile rocket system and an AN/TPQ-53 radar into western Alaska aboard a Royal Canadian Air Force C-17, then connected those ground forces with American F-35s, F-16s and a KC-135 tanker operating overhead. CHINA, RUSSIA, IRAN AND NORTH KOREA FORM 'AXIS OF AGGRESSORS' THAT COULD OVERWHELM US, BOOK WARNS The mission brought air defense and long-range offensive firepower together in a single operation. F-35s and HIMARS synchronized against a simulated ground target approximately 135 miles away, while F-16s simultaneously intercepted F-35s acting as simulated incoming aerial threats, according to U.S. Northern Command. Davis said the point was not simply to prove the individual weapons worked, but to show how quickly forces could be moved into a remote part of Alaska and linked together. The operation demonstrated that U.S. forces can rapidly move capabilities into Alaska "both to defend Alaska, but also, if necessary, to put other adversary targets at risk," he told Fox News Digital. Tundra Merlin pushed that same concept out to sea in September. From Sept. 18–22, U.S. and Canadian forces conducted a joint maritime strike scenario roughly 100 nautical miles north of Dutch Harbor, integrating U.S. Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy surface and subsurface vessels with Canadian maritime patrol aircraft and Alaska-based U.S. Air Force F-35 fighters and E-3 airborne warning and control aircraft. The forces practiced multiple simulated maritime target engagements, testing whether information collected by different ships and aircraft could be rapidly passed across the force and used to identify, track and engage a potential threat. "The most impressive part to me was seeing the high degree of cooperation and integration amongst units that day in and day out don't necessarily operate together," Davis said. "To see the joint nature on the U.S. side integrated together with the inter-agency of the U.S. Coast Guard and with our allies, with Canada as an example, was just an amazing thing to see," he added. That ability to operate at scale is complicated by Alaska itself. Extreme cold can affect equipment and personnel, while the enormous distances and limited infrastructure of the North American Arctic make moving and sustaining forces unusually difficult. The Pentagon’s Arctic Strategy specifically identifies those distances and the region’s infrastructure limitations as obstacles to military operations and says maintaining infrastructure in Alaska is essential for missile defense, surveillance and rapid power projection. Davis said military equipment brought into Alaska cannot simply be expected to function as it would elsewhere. "It needs to be conditioned. It needs to be properly outfitted to operate in sub-zero temperatures for a long period of time," he said, adding that troops also require specialized clothing, training and procedures to avoid cold-weather injuries and continue fighting in Arctic conditions. The pressure to master that environment comes as Russia and China increasingly demonstrate their own ability to operate near North America. In July 2024, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD, detected and intercepted two Russian Tu-95 bombers and two Chinese H-6 bombers flying together in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone . It was the first time NORAD had intercepted Russian and Chinese military aircraft operating together in the zone. The aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter U.S. or Canadian sovereign territory, and NORAD said the flight itself was not considered a threat. The episode nevertheless highlighted the very kind of cooperation U.S. defense planners are watching. For now, Davis said Alaska is positioned to deal with the military threats commanders expect under normal conditions. "We're postured very well for any of the anticipated threats that we think would come our way in the very near term," he said. But if commanders saw indications of a significant escalation, Davis said Alaskan Command would likely request additional forces and capabilities. That, ultimately, is what Tundra Merlin is intended to prove: that in a theater defined by enormous distances, punishing weather and growing Russian and Chinese activity, the United States can move forces across Alaska, connect them across land, sea and air and have combat power ready before a potential adversary decides to test the northern edge of the homeland. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac26c4f75342cf4db8be7d0 Letter to the Editor: A review of two recent productions by FlagShakes te 2026-10-04T15:10:07.008Z Letter to the Editor: A review of two recent productions by FlagShakes Every time I attend a FlagShakes performance, I walk away creatively electrified, deeply moved, and with swelling gratitude that the company continues to serve its community. Their fall rep, which features two Shakespeare-centric plays by Lauren Gunderson, excelled even beyond… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac26c4d75342cf4db8be7c7 Letter to the Editor: Nez plan to save water and Arizona’s agriculture te 2026-10-04T15:10:05.869Z Letter to the Editor: Nez plan to save water and Arizona’s agriculture After all the times I’ve spoken with Jonathan Nez, I have learned that he understands that water is life. The former Navajo Nation President and candidate for Arizona’s Second Congressional District knows that getting Colorado River water to our communities… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac26c4c75342cf4db8be7be Letter to the Editor: Jonathan Nez for Congressional CD-2 Seat te 2026-10-04T15:10:04.246Z Letter to the Editor: Jonathan Nez for Congressional CD-2 Seat We fully concur with Thomas Finger’s Letter to the Editor (October 1, 2026) in which he persuasively urges us to support the Jonathan Nez campaign and get out the vote for Nez. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac269f775342cf4db8be796 Irish soccer official clashes with Israeli journalist before Ireland meets Israel in Nations League match te 2026-10-04T15:00:07.738Z Irish soccer official clashes with Israeli journalist before Ireland meets Israel in Nations League match Irish soccer officials and Israeli journalists clashed on Saturday amid the heightened tension between the two teams ahead of their Nations League match in Serbia. The press conference started with one journalist asking about Irish players’ support of Palestinians after the Flydubai incident earlier in the week. Football Association of Ireland (FAI) communications manager Kieran Crowley tried to shut down the question, saying they only wanted "football questions." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Then, another Israeli journalist asked about allegations that Irish players made racist comments toward Israeli players, which Crowley vehemently denied. "That’s completely untrue," Crowley shouted back. The press conference ended shortly afterward. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 in their first meeting in the Nations League. The match occurred only after Irish players took a vote on whether to go ahead with the game. Irish players wore black armbands and refused to shake Israeli players’ hands in protest. Ireland has put pressure on the soccer team to boycott the match over Israel’s response to Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terror attacks, which left more than 1,000 Israelis dead. The FAI moved the match to a neutral venue for "operational reasons" in June. The first match was placed in Hungary and Sunday’s match will take place in Serbia. In November, the FAI put forth a motion calling on UEFA to ban Israel from club and international competition. The FAI, however, has resisted calls for a boycott, arguing the team could be hit with UEFA sanctions. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2679c75342cf4db8be72d High Country Running: The people who help us become more: Part One te 2026-10-04T14:50:04.854Z High Country Running: The people who help us become more: Part One I'm not sure any of us accomplish much entirely on our own. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2654a75342cf4db8be71e See wheels & wings at airport te 2026-10-04T14:40:10.576Z See wheels & wings at airport Driving Airport Road up to Tabletop Mesa to the Sedona Airport will take you straight into the “danger zone” and family fun with Wings and Wheels 2026 on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. “We’ve got more vendors than we’ve ever had before,” Sedona Airport General Manager Ed Rose said. “We’ve Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2654775342cf4db8be6fc Woman's routine Uber ride takes alarming turn after her driver misses the exit te 2026-10-04T14:40:07.629Z Woman's routine Uber ride takes alarming turn after her driver misses the exit A late-night ride experience is raising questions about what passengers should do when a routine trip begins to feel uncomfortable. In a recent TikTok video, a woman said she was riding in an Uber at around 3 a.m. when her driver asked to stop at a parking garage for 15 to 20 minutes to charge his electric vehicle. The woman, according to her video, said the vehicle was at 43% charge — and that she was about 25 minutes from home at the time. FRIGHTENING OBJECT CAUGHT BY TSA INSIDE PASSENGER'S BASEBALL BAT-SHAPED FLASHLIGHT Her concern grew after the driver reportedly missed an exit, prompting her to question exactly where they were headed.  "I don't want to get into a random parking lot with you," the woman can be heard telling the driver. "You also just missed the exit." Fox News Digital reached out to the woman who posted the TikTok video for additional details. The woman ultimately ended the trip and contacted police, according to the video. In a statement, Uber told Fox News Digital that it investigated the report and took action. SKYDIVERS WATCH PLANE VANISH FROM SIGHT, MAKE SPLIT-SECOND DECISION TO JUMP "Everyone deserves to feel safe and comfortable when using the Uber platform," an Uber spokesperson said.  "We have investigated this report and taken appropriate action." The company pointed to safety features available through its app, including an emergency button, GPS tracking and the ability to share trip details with others. The incident has raised broader questions about what passengers can do if they feel uneasy during a rideshare trip. 'WE NEED TO RETURN IMMEDIATELY,' FLIGHT CREW WARNS AS PILOT HEALTH EMERGENCY UNFOLDS Dillon Abend, a recent college graduate and the founder and CEO of rideshare safety app 3rd-i, based in New Jersey, told Fox News Digital that an unexpected change in route can quickly raise concerns, particularly for someone traveling alone late at night. "Your heart just drops," he said. Abend said he's heard from hundreds of college students about situations that left them feeling uncomfortable during various rideshare trips. For passengers who begin feeling uncomfortable, seeking help can be challenging. "Almost everyone's reasoning in this situation is, 'I didn't want the driver three feet away to hear me call the police and have them act,'" Abend said. Technology can provide passengers with additional ways to stay connected or seek help during a ride-hailing trip, according to Abend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "Ideally, you want to share your location with people," he said. "Let a core group of three to five people know where you're going and the details of it." Before getting into a vehicle, check the license plate and confirm that the driver and vehicle match the information displayed in the rideshare app, he advised. New Jersey-based Seymour Josephson, co-president of the What's My Name Foundation, has been working with Uber and Lyft since July 2020 to promote rideshare safety on college campuses. He and his wife, Marci Josephson, established the foundation after their 21-year-old daughter, Samantha, was killed on March 29, 2019, when she mistakenly entered a vehicle she thought was the Uber she had hailed. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES The What's My Name Foundation encourages passengers to follow four steps before entering a ride-hailed vehicle: stop, ask, match and inform — known as the "SAMI" steps. People should stop before they enter the vehicle, ask the driver, "What's my name?" and match the vehicle's license plate with the information provided in the app.  Fox News Digital reached out to Lyft for comment and details.  "We want to make sure that we're not just getting into a car, but we're getting into the right car, the right Uber," Josephson said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Seymour Josephson said he is not looking to discourage people from using rideshare services, but to make the experience safer for everyone — both rider and driver.  "We also helped bring forward the four-digit PIN with Uber and now Lyft," Seymour Josephson said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac262f075342cf4db8be6a8 ‘I’m just as mad as you are’: ASU’s Kenny Dillingham searching for answers after blowout loss to Baylor te 2026-10-04T14:30:08.109Z ‘I’m just as mad as you are’: ASU’s Kenny Dillingham searching for answers after blowout loss to Baylor TEMPE – One of the hallmarks of Kenny Dillingham’s short tenure at the helm of Arizona State football has been a competitive team. The only blowout loss of the past two seasons – a 32-point defeat at Utah on Oct. 11, 2025 – came as the team was still adjusting to the loss to injury of then-starting quarterback Sam Leavitt. In the wake of a 55-19 loss to Baylor on Saturday at Mountain America Stadium, however, Dillingham vented a new type of frustration.  The loss to the Bears (4-1, 2-0 Big 12) was the largest margin of defeat since the Sun Devils (2-2, 1-1) joined the Big 12 in 2024, and it came three weeks after a fourth-quarter meltdown at Texas A&M produced what is now ASU’s third-largest margin of defeat in the Dillingham era. “I’m just as mad as you are,” Dillingham said after the Baylor game. “I feel your pain, probably times 100. I chose to be here. If you think anybody is more frustrated than me, you’re wrong.” ASU’s largest margins of defeat since joining the Big 12 36 points: vs. Baylor (55–19) – Oct. 3, 2026 32 points: at Utah (42–10) – Oct. 11, 2025 28 points: at Texas A&M (48–20) – Sept. 12, 2026 16 points: vs. Arizona (23–7) – Nov. 28, 2025 10 points: at Cincinnati (24–14) – Oct. 19, 2024 ASU quarterback Cutter Boley put up a respectable stat line on Saturday, completing 25 of 43 passes for 304 yards, a touchdown and an interception, but it was far from a flawless performance. With so many new faces in Tempe this season, Boley admitted what is now becoming obvious. “We have to find our identity and what we want to lean on,” the Kentucky transfer said. “It’s just showing back up to work on Monday and keep getting better. We have to keep growing and keep trying to be the team we want to be.” Two weeks had passed since ASU’s last game, a win against Kansas in London. When the Sun Devils stepped onto the field against Baylor, they should have been rested and prepared as they looked to stay undefeated in Big 12 play.  By the time a minute had passed in the second quarter, they trailed 21-3. It took ASU until the final two minutes of the first half to score its first touchdown, cutting its deficit to 21-13 with just under two minutes remaining. That eight-point deficit was as close as ASU got the rest of the night, with Baylor outscoring the Sun Devils 31-6 in the second half. After halftime, ASU’s offense struggled to get anything going. Baylor added a field goal at the end of the first half and a touchdown at the start of the second half to open a 31-13 lead early in the third quarter, but ASU still had a chance to come back. As the Sun Devils trotted out for their first drive of the half, they found themselves quickly on third down. The Baylor defense got into the backfield on the play, forcing Boley to scramble to his left. After exiting the pocket, Boley attempted to throw the ball away, but the attempt landed squarely in the hands of Baylor’s Ryan Davis, all but putting the game to rest. Despite that game-sealing mistake, Dillingham focused on the positives of his QB. “He knows better,” Dillingham said. “Hopefully it doesn’t happen again. I don’t think it will. That was his first real interception on the season. We have to get some of the man throws a little bit more in bounds from that perspective, giving our guys a chance, but I didn’t think Cutter was the glaring issue of the football team in any way, shape or form.” While Boley’s 25 completions were the most he’s had in 2026, and while the 304 yards passing were his second most, he knew it was not the type of performance his team needed. “I was sloppy with the ball in the first and second half,” he said. “I made a few poor decisions that really put us behind the eight ball. Things like that can’t happen.” As the team looks for ways to improve, the first step for the Sun Devils will be putting this game in the rearview mirror and focusing on their last nonconference game of the season, a home matchup against struggling Hawaii (1-4) on Oct. 10. “We just have to get back to work and find exactly what’s going on,” junior linebacker Owen Long said. “It’s on everyone. It’s not just one person. Everyone’s got to do a little bit better.” On the plus side, after an unconventional start to the season that saw ASU travel from Tempe to Texas to London and then take a two-week break, the Sun Devils will resume a normal routine.  After the Hawaii game, the Sun Devils will play seven consecutive weeks of Big 12 football. With brutal road tests coming up at Texas Tech and BYU, Dillingham knows he must find answers soon. “I have to figure out what’s the best recipe for these guys from a schematic standpoint on both sides of the ball to get them to execute right,” he said. “This was the first time we faced a team that really threw the ball consistently down the field. It didn’t work out well for us. We have to figure out what are our best coverages – what do our guys do well?” After the game, a reporter began to ask Dillingham a question about the high standard he set before the season. Dillingham quickly cut the reporter off. “No, we’re not hitting the standard that I want,” Dillingham said. “We’re not playing as good as we can play.  “The standard is playing to the maximum ability that the football team you have can play, and to play above that. Pull out more than the team has. I am not pulling out more than this team has. I’m letting our football team down. I am not maximizing the team that we have.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac25e4175342cf4db8be492 NFL legend warns more rulebook tweaks won't save signal-callers from getting hurt te 2026-10-04T14:10:09.277Z NFL legend warns more rulebook tweaks won't save signal-callers from getting hurt "Well, it might be a good idea to put dresses on all of them," Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Lambert said in response to the NFL tightening rules on roughing the passer calls in 1979. The Pittsburgh Steelers legend said that in 1979. Imagine what Lambert would say now with all the rules the league has added and altered to protect quarterbacks. Yet, despite all the changes, the players who play the most important position in all of sports are still getting injured. Heading into Week 4, six starting quarterbacks have already dealt with injuries. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Fouts said that more rules changes aren’t the answer to limiting quarterback injuries. "Jack (Lambert)’s famous quote was, well, let's just put (dresses) on all those quarterbacks. And I thought that was a good idea 'cause I got really good-looking legs," Fouts told OutKick in a recent interview. "As far as today and the quarterbacks and getting hurt, it’s a violent, violent game. Defenders are very, very good. They are more athletic than offensive linemen, and that's no rip on offensive linemen. But you look at the number of different blitzes that you are throwing at quarterbacks these days with corners off the slot and linebackers and the whole, the whole nine yards." As the sport has evolved, players have gotten bigger, stronger and faster. While the NFL can try to protect quarterbacks as much as it can by changing the rulebook, the nature of the game leads to injuries. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "It basically comes down to protecting the quarterback, and not by rules, but by playing better up front," Fouts said while speaking on behalf of "Miller Night Football." Unfortunately for the New York Giants, they are the only team whose starting quarterback is expected to miss the rest of the season, as Jaxson Dart underwent surgery on his meniscus. All the other quarterbacks have already returned — Sam Darnold and Kyler Murray — or are expected to return this season — Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Baker Mayfield. Despite the Seattle Seahawks, Washington Commanders, Chicago Bears, Giants and Minnesota Vikings all winning games with their backup quarterbacks, their offenses didn’t look the same. Regardless of whether any rule changes are made regarding quarterback safety, all the teams can do now is hope their respective offensive lines play well enough to keep their backup quarterbacks upright. While a team may be able to survive an injury to its starting quarterback for a period of time with a backup, its season can take a downward turn quickly if it is forced to rely on its No. 3 quarterback. Fouts starred at Oregon for three seasons before going to the NFL. He was drafted in the third round of the 1973 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers, with whom he played 15 seasons. The 75-year-old was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac25e4075342cf4db8be489 Colorado State defensive coordinator fired after disappearing from sideline in the middle of blowout loss te 2026-10-04T14:10:08.480Z Colorado State defensive coordinator fired after disappearing from sideline in the middle of blowout loss Colorado State was embarrassed on its own turf by Oregon State on Saturday to the tune of 56-26. The blowout loss came just a week after the Rams gave up 59 points to UTSA in a 59-45 loss, signaling that there is a very real issue on the defensive side of the ball, but the deficiencies are no longer on Colorado State defensive coordinator Tyson Summers. This is because Summers is no longer with the program, and it's the manner in which he was dismissed from his duties that has understandably caused quite the stir. Colorado State head coach Jim Mora stripped Summers of his play-calling duties during the Rams' loss to Oregon State on Saturday, and did so before the first half had even ended. SOUTH CAROLINA FOOTBALL IN FREE FALL AS SHANE BEAMER MAY BE OUT OF TIME WITH BUYOUT DECISION LOOMING Summers was on the sideline to begin the game, but disappeared after the Beavers took a 14-0 lead with just over one minute left in the opening quarter. Speaking with reporters after the game, Mora explained that he had relieved Summers of his play-calling duties and that the now-former defensive coordinator "made the decision on his own to leave the field." Mora confirmed that Summers is no longer with the Rams' program, which isn't necessarily a surprise given the assistant coach's decision to bolt from the contest. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Following Summers' exit, co-defensive coordinator Kenny McClendon took over defensive play-calling duties, but the shakeup didn't exactly work out for Colorado State. The Beavers scored another 21 points in the second quarter and carried a 35-14 lead into halftime before capping off the 30-point victory on the road. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER Mora is in his first year as head coach at Colorado State after spending the last four seasons at UConn, leading the Huskies to back-to-back nine-win seasons in 2024 and 2025. Summers served as the interim head coach of Colorado State for the final five games of the 2025 season after Jay Norvell had been fired. Mora elected to retain Summers as defensive coordinator, but it's fair to assume that relationship is no more. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac25e3f75342cf4db8be480 WATCH: Dem senators dodge backing Kamala Harris in potential 2028 run: ‘Very messy’ te 2026-10-04T14:10:07.719Z WATCH: Dem senators dodge backing Kamala Harris in potential 2028 run: ‘Very messy’ Former Vice President Kamala Harris is leaving the door open to another White House bid in 2028, but Democratic senators aren’t rushing to line up behind their party’s 2024 nominee. "Well, I've backed her before, but there'll be other contenders this time," Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., told Fox News Digital. "I've made no decisions about who I would support." "I think we're going to have a very, very, very messy and very big primary," Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., said. "It's going to be every Tom, Dick and Harry. And that's probably where it should be." HARRIS KEEPS 2028 DOOR OPEN AS SHE HITS MIDTERM CAMPAIGN TRAIL, WARNS ‘28 WON’T MATTER’ WITHOUT 2026 "We've got a lot of people who are going to run and I think we should sort that out after the midterms," Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., said. Harris returned to the campaign trail last week alongside Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, while continuing to leave open the possibility of another White House bid. Asked in Detroit whether she would run in 2028, Harris said she had not decided and urged Democrats to focus on November, warning that "'28 won't matter" without success in 2026. "We're focused on 2026," said Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Md. "We're gonna win back the House and the Senate." She continued, "I love Kamala Harris. I have a very personal friendship and relationship. She's amazing. I think anybody who wants to run should. She's obviously very well qualified. We need to focus on '26." DEMOCRATS SHY AWAY FROM QUESTIONS ON WHETHER HARRIS SHOULD RUN FOR PRESIDENT IN 2028 "This is going to be a wide open primary, and again, that's democracy at its best," Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., said. "Everyone who wants to run should be able to run for office here." Another potential 2028 contender is Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., who represents the party’s progressive wing. Ocasio-Cortez describes herself as a democratic socialist. NEWSOM ROASTED ONLINE FOR 'STAGED' FLY-FISHING INTERVIEW WITH CNN ANCHOR WHERE HE DROPPED MAJOR 2028 HINT California Gov. Gavin Newsom is another potential 2028 contender, although he said last month that he would not run if Harris enters the race. "We should have a lot of candidates running so we have a very broad discussion about the future of this country," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., said. A July University of New Hampshire Granite State Poll found Ocasio-Cortez leading the prospective 2028 Democratic primary field in New Hampshire with 22% support among likely Democratic primary voters. Harris registered 5%. Neither Harris nor Ocasio-Cortez has announced a 2028 campaign. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac25e3f75342cf4db8be477 Matthew McConaughey says Woody Harrelson’s wild antics include 2 a.m. visits, inviting strangers on vacations te 2026-10-04T14:10:07.029Z Matthew McConaughey says Woody Harrelson’s wild antics include 2 a.m. visits, inviting strangers on vacations Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson's friendship has put both of them in some wild situations. While promoting their new show, "Brothers," the two actors, and close friends, have shared many anecdotes from their years-long friendship, which have sent the internet buzzing. Whether it be finding out they might be brothers to Harrelson surprising McConaughey in bed in the middle of the night, these two Hollywood icons have made it clear they have an interesting friendship. Here are some of the most outrageous stories the two shared during recent interviews. MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY'S PIECE OF RELATIONSHIP ADVICE THAT KEEPS HIS MARRIAGE TO CAMILA ALVES STRONG During an appearance on the "Glass Half Full" podcast, McConaughey described some of the oddities that come with being Harrelson's friend, saying "he's never gone through a front door in his life." He explained that no matter how long it has been since they last saw each other, Harrelson has "never called or sent a message" to make plans, adding, "he just shows up." "We hadn't seen each other for a year at the time when I was living out in LA. I hadn't seen him for a year. Guess my introduction to him," he said. "My wife goes 'ah.' And I go, 'Woah.' Two in the morning, wake up, Woody's in between us in bed! He had jumped the fence, picked the window, snuck in, and got in bed with us." When host Craig Melvin told Harrelson that "people have been shot for less," the actor replied, "Well, I was hoping he didn't have a gun." "But what a good way to wake up a friend, you know what I mean, and get to be next to Camila [Alves, McConaughey's wife]," Harrelson added. "Like, that was nice. She was warm to me." When speaking to Melvin, the celebrity duo also shared how they first met, although they admit they have different recollections. McConaughey admits Harrelson "believes we've known each other one year longer" than he does, because "I don't remember the first time we met." He blames it on the idea that they began taking shots together at 1 pm, but when Harrelson corrected him on a detail in the story, McConaughey told him, "I don't remember. You tell me." "I already knew of him and I liked him from a distance," Harrelson said. "And then I met him, and I'm like, 'Hey, let's do a shot,' and he's like, 'Man, I got a lot of work to do today.' I said, 'One shot's gonna stop you from all the work you got?'" McConaughey then chimed in adding, "Hence, I don't remember meeting that day. It doesn't sound like that was the beginning and the end of the story." While telling Melvin about Harrelson's many talents, McConaughey casually mentioned that the actor once "did a handstand 18 inches away from the edge of the Grand Canyon." "The stuff this guy pulls off because he didn't know better is still amazing," McConaughey said. "Most people do that stuff when they're a kid, and they lose it as they get older, because you know better. This kid, what are you, 60 what now... 65 and he's still doing handstands on the edge of the Grand Canyon." While Harrelson tried to downplay the achievement by saying he was further away than McConaughey is saying and that it wasn't the Grand Canyon, the "Dallas Buyers Club" star continued to praise him. "I'm probably exaggerating less than from the edge on his hand, the Grand Canyon," McConaughey said. "The photographer freaks out. Never got a picture of it." He added that had the photographer been able to take a photo, "it would have been the most epic shot." While promoting the new show, the two actors also sat down with Conan O'Brien on his podcast, "Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend." During the interview, McConaughey shared an unbelievable story about the time Harrelson met a couple on their honeymoon while waiting for his luggage at baggage claim in Greece, and invited them to stay with him and McConaughey in the house McConaughey had rented for them and their families. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "You have a consistent habit of having an open heart and inviting people into your future life or yours or mine," McConaughey told Harrelson during the interview. "He's doing this routinely. He's, he's very consistent. We go on a Greek holiday and my family… we rent the place... We rent the place and they… we fly over, but they get there before us and we show up and there's two people sitting on the tailgate of a truck right in front of our rental." He went on to say that at first he thought it was Harrelson and his wife Laura, but soon found out it was two strangers who told him, "We met Woody and Laura at the airport getting our luggage and … they're great." When he confronted Harrelson, who had already claimed the primary bedroom in the rental, he told him, "They're great, man. They're going to be with us for a week." When speaking with People, McConaughey expanded on the idea that Harrelson will show up at his home "unannounced," calling it "one of Woody's great traits." "He never comes through a front door. And he’ll swing by for an hour to say, ‘Howdy!’" McConaughey said. "It might turn into, ‘I’ve moved in for three months.’ It’s a beautiful trait how he makes himself at home." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Harrelson confirmed he does make a habit of making McConaughey's house his own, noting, McConaughey "tolerates it." McConaughey went on to explain that often during these months-long stays, he will approach Harrelson after a while asking him to leave, and his kids will fight back. "There are times when I’m like, ‘Man, Woody, I need some space,’ and my whole family’s like, ‘No, don’t let Woody go. We’ve been staying up later having more milkshakes,’ whatever," McConaughey said. "The laughter’s been in the house a while." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE In their new show, McConaughey and Harrelson play fictionalized versions of themselves who find out they could potentially be brothers. The premise for the show seems outrageous. However, it is closer to the truth than it may seem, as the two actors found out during a trip to Greece with their families that there is a possibility the two may actually be brothers. "In Greece a few years ago, we’re sitting around talking about how close we are and our families and et cetera and my mom is there. And she says, ‘Woody, I knew your dad,’" McConaughey told Ripa on her podcast in 2023. McConaughey explained to Ripa that his mother and father were divorced before he was born, so there is a possibility that she and Harrelson's father met during that time period. Harrelson also told the story while on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" in 2023 that McConaughey's mom's story was "filled with innuendo," implying she and his father may have had a romance when they knew each other. "The year of his birth, nine months before, she was on a sabbatical from her relationship with his supposed father, Jim," Harrelson joked about McConaughey’s birthday. The "Hunger Games" actor shared that while he is willing to get a DNA test to find out once and for all, McConaughey is less willing, with Harrelson telling Colbert, "he feels like he is losing a father." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac25be875342cf4db8be410 Former streaker-turned-influencer Kinsey Wolanski takes the mound, Front Row Amy throws heat & Michigan lost te 2026-10-04T14:00:08.209Z Former streaker-turned-influencer Kinsey Wolanski takes the mound, Front Row Amy throws heat & Michigan lost Welcome to the Sunday edition of Screencaps. I'm off to a fantastic start this morning. I didn’t realize that I already had some coffee from yesterday still in the pot and filled up the coffee maker above its capacity this morning. Luckily, I heard what was going on as it took place and was able to turn it off before any of the spillage hit the floor. But, as you can imagine, it wasn’t how I wanted to start the day. But it fits in perfectly with how this weekend is going. CRAZIEST UPSET OF THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON HAPPENED ON FRIDAY NIGHT WHILE EVERYONE WAS ASLEEP Penn State's season officially came to an end on Friday night with their second straight loss. This one was a blowout at the hands of Northwestern. I said after last week's loss, but I'll say it again. I thought James Franklin was gone. The only thing that sort of went my way this weekend was Michigan losing again too. Their season is also over. Nobody wants to talk about a couple of unranked losers. Let's see how the No. 8 Florida Gators handled jumping all the way into the Top 10 after last weekend's big win. They got destroyed on the road by No. 25 Missouri. You really hate to see that. Now back to my misery. The Yankees were almost no-hit in a one-run game where they made the Rays starting pitcher look like the best pitcher who has ever lived. They do that at least one game every postseason. Hopefully, they're one and done in that department this year. The Yankees are expected to have the current best pitcher in Major League Baseball, Cam Schlittler, take the mound on Monday. The bats better show up. Those who have been locked in on sports and pop culture know all about Kinsey Wolanski. She made a name for herself running onto the field during the 2019 Champions League final in a skimpy swimsuit. She's since become an influencer, sports content creator and host. She's also worked with the Las Vegas Raiders. This weekend, she took the mound for the Professional Cosmic Baseball team Glow Mojis for an "un-ceremonial first pitch." Kinsey did a backflip then fired a strike from the rubber. She gave up a hit, but the pitch was in the zone and far more impressive than her backflip. I can't do one, but she came close to completely botching the landing. The pitch, while it became a base hit, saved the performance. INFLUENCER ISSUES PSA TO WOMEN WHEN THEY CAN SEE THEIR HUSBANDS DURING FOOTBALL SEASON, RUTGERS MESS & DALE SR - Chris sends: SeanJo What a scene. You can't go wrong with ribeye tacos or taking a meal outside on the patio or porch in the fall. THE ULTIMATE COLLEGE FOOTBALL TAILGATE PLAYLIST WITH 10 SONGS TO GET FIRED UP FOR THE SEASON - Gen X Warren M writes: Hey SeanJo, So to answer your question, I did about 5 months of training for my half iron. I hadn’t planned on racing one this year, and usually I’m already 2-3 months into general triathlon training when I start 70.3 training. Enough friends twisted my rubber arm to sign up in April and I dove in, coming off 7-8 months of mostly marathon training and general running. At the peak, I was hitting 100+ mile weeks (mostly 2-3 bike rides a week). Whew! One thing that was really cool was the amount of younger triathletes racing. 20s and 30s lined up and crushed their races. I think it’s great and really shows that it’s not always people in their 40s and 50s. We all pushed each other, especially that last 5K of the 13.1 mile run. The next generation of triathletes are already training and racing! SeanJo That's impressive. Are you planning to get back out there next year? And how much time do you typcially take off between them? Not that I'm planning to get into it. You're never going to find me out there. I push myself in other ways, but miles upon miles of running or biking a week isn't one of them. - Guy writes: Here is the tailgate setup for today’s Bills game. Go Bills!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE SeanJo That's how you tailgate like a pro. You grab a ton of meat, then you grab some more. My only question is how many tables are getting destroyed? ------------------------- THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! That's it for Sunday. I have hours of football to watch as I prepare myself physically and mentally for the Panthers in primetime on "Sunday Night Football." The Lions like to give up points, so I'm optimistic that the offense is going to be able to score tonight. Can the defense get a stop when they need one? We'll see. As I said on Friday, they have to go get and not get got. Keep the emails coming. The inbox is open and as always I want to see your meat (or whatever else) at sean.joseph@outkick.com. Go follow me on Twitter and over on Instagram and feel free to slide into the DMs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2598f75342cf4db8be3d6 Fever star Sophie Cunningham tells Aces' A'ja Wilson to 'grow up' in response to her playoff meltdown te 2026-10-04T13:50:07.716Z Fever star Sophie Cunningham tells Aces' A'ja Wilson to 'grow up' in response to her playoff meltdown If you know anything about Indiana Fever forward Sophie Cunningham, you know she's not going to mince words. She famously stated, "I said what I said," while speaking to the media following relentless backlash for saying men should not compete in women's sports.  That’s why it shouldn’t shock anyone that Cunningham went off on WNBA MVP and Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson for confronting a Fever fan and verbally berating him in Game 2 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for simply pointing at her. In the latest episode of "No Hesitation," hosted by Cunningham and elite basketball trainer Drew Hanlen, the Fever forward gave her long-awaited take on the now-infamous incident involving the controversial blocking call. "Oh my God! I have so many thoughts," Cunningham stated after her and Hanlen watched a clip from the "Pat McAfee Show" where one of the hosts (Boston Connor) confirmed, just as I did in my reporting following the incident, that the fan said, "It (the foul) is on you," while pointing. CRAIG CARTON BLASTS WNBA, A'JA WILSON OVER FAN CONFRONTATION: 'THIS LEAGUE CAN'T GET OUT OF ITS OWN WAY' While explaining that she held back from giving her reaction to the incident on X and saving it "for the pod," Cunningham went off on Wilson. "Us women in sport, and I'm just gonna say women in sport because that's my occupation and I have lived this, we yell from the rooftops that we want equality. We want to be treated like the men," she stated, prefacing her blunt comments. "We're gonna go for them for just pointing and saying, 'You fouled!'? Like grow up! What are we doing?" Cunningham said. She also took exception to the idea that Wilson, and seemingly other players, should be allowed to attack fans, claiming, "Us athletes need to be treated better" and "These fans need to be more supportive and not say anything negative." Cunningham pointed out that she has a unique perspective on this as one of the most, if not the most, hated WNBA players simply because she doesn’t believe men should be in women's sports and spaces. "I can say this, because I, hands down, have probably got s--- on the entire season, maybe sometimes two seasons — people coming after who I am, my character, what I stand for, x, y, z, I could go on and on." WHO IS SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM? FOX NATION CHRONICLES THE WNBA STAR'S RISE FROM FARM GIRL TO WOMEN'S SPORTS ADVOCATE "I've heard the worst of the worst. It's part of it," Cunningham said. "You should be grateful to be on this platform. You should be grateful to be playing basketball for a living and inspiring the next generation. If you really want sports fans, then you're gonna get sports fans. That includes pointing. That includes getting yelled at. Probably [will] be getting called names." "I don't think [the Fever fan] did absolutely anything wrong," Cunningham said definitively. Maybe Cunningham's most controversial take was saying, "If you want to get technical, that (Wilson's actions) could've called for a suspension, but she's like the LeBron James of our league so of course they're (WNBA) not going to suspend her."  Not only was Wilson not suspended, she was neither ejected, nor was she fined for her actions. Cunningham seems to say players of Wilson's caliber will be treated far less harshly and get away with clear violations. Cunningham also said there should have been repercussions for former Fever guard and Amazon Prime commentator Sydney Colson, as well as fellow Amazon analyst Theresa Plaisance, who left their courtside seats to insert themselves in the altercation. "There's definitely a double standard," Cunningham stated. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! As for her feelings about whether her and her team wanted Wilson to play, while waiting for the league to announce if they would punish the Aces' star, Cunningham cleared the air saying, "We wanted her to play. I think that makes for good basketball." "Who would've thought that someone pointing would cause so many people to go into a mental spiral? That says a lot more about your mental status to anything the fans are doing," Cunningham said in response to both Wilson and viewers upset over her poking fun at the situation on TikTok. Cunningham and her co-host also spent a few minutes comparing the Game 2 incident involving Wilson and the fan with an Aces fan who stepped onto the court and pointed at Lexie Hull following a controversial foul call in Game 3. Here's how fans, media and others reacted in the replies on X to Cunningham's comments: Cunningham continues to be a refreshing addition to the player-led commentary space. She tells it like it is, without apology. We need more athletes like her. While her teammate Raven Johnson apologized to A’ja Wilson on Friday via X for comments perceived as insensitive during a media appearance with Myisha Hines-Allen about Hines-Allen’s altercation and hard foul on Wilson, Cunningham stands firm in her beliefs and feels no need to bow to the WNBA establishment, which includes Wilson. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2598e75342cf4db8be3cd Cowboys legend Randy White endorses Ken Paxton, warns James Talarico ‘can’t be trusted’ te 2026-10-04T13:50:06.941Z Cowboys legend Randy White endorses Ken Paxton, warns James Talarico ‘can’t be trusted’ FIRST ON FOX: Dallas Cowboys legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Randy White has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state’s consequential U.S. Senate race. "Ken Paxton will get in there and get things done. He’s not afraid," White told OutKick in an exclusive interview. "That’s one thing I really like about Ken. He will get in there and say what needs to be said. He doesn’t hold back. He tells the truth. He’s not trying to win a popularity contest when he’s working. It’s what’s right for the people." White said his endorsement grew out of his personal relationship with Paxton and their shared work on issues involving children and the opioid crisis. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "I got to know Ken as a person, and I think he is a super person," White said. "I like his attitude, the things that he does, the way he does them." White highlighted Paxton’s support for the National Child Identification Program, which provides parents with kits to preserve their children’s fingerprints, DNA and other identifying information at home. Paxton previously joined a coalition supporting federal funding for the program, while White has served as one of its Hall of Fame ambassadors. "He is a big supporter of the Child ID program, which is something I’m a big supporter of — helping kids," White said. White also lost his son-in-law to an accidental opioid overdose, a personal tragedy that prompted him to become an advocate for drug-awareness initiatives. In 2024, White joined Paxton and Texas parents who had lost children to fentanyl-laced drugs in a public service announcement released by the attorney general’s office. EXCLUSIVE: FENTANYL DEATHS PLUNGE 22% AS TRUMP WHITE HOUSE TOUTS CRACKDOWN ON DEADLY DRUG CRISIS "This opioid stuff — I lost a son-in-law to opioids, accidental," White said. "He’s been right on top of that ever since that happened. Everything he does is kind of the way I think it should be done." TALARICO SAYS HE 'MISSED THE MARK' AS HE BACKTRACKS ON CONTROVERSIAL WOKE STATEMENTS White drew a stark contrast between Paxton and Talarico, whom he said he does not trust. "I know Ken Paxton," White said. "I know he’s going to do what he says he’s going to do. I know he’s going to go to work every day, and he’s going to help the people of Texas. This other guy, I don’t know him. But I hear what he says, and it’s different from what I believe." Asked whether he considered Talarico "too woke," White answered, "Yes." "I don’t want to go into each specific thing, but, yeah, he’s different than what I think is right," White said. "If this guy gets elected in Texas, I’m going to pull my hair out, and I don’t have many left. So, we’ve got to get out and vote so this doesn’t happen." White specifically cited transgender participation in girls’ sports and access to girls’ bathrooms among the issues on which he disagreed with Democrats and Talarico. Talarico voted against Republican-backed restrictions on transgender athletes while serving in the Texas House. In September, however, he told Fox News that he would "oppose trans athletes playing in girls’ sports if it risks safety or fairness." Talarico later said his position had not changed, arguing that he opposes a blanket statewide prohibition and believes local education and sports officials should make decisions on an athlete-by-athlete and sport-by-sport basis. White said Talarico’s recent comments reinforced his doubts about the Democrat. "I think that’s a sign that we can’t trust him," White said. "He’s going to go with the way the wind flows, whatever he feels like is the best thing for him and what his goals are. We don’t need somebody like that. "We need somebody like Ken Paxton who is going to stick to his guns, who is not afraid to stand up for what he believes is right." CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Talarico's office has not responded to a request for comment. Paxton secured the Republican nomination in May after defeating longtime Sen. John Cornyn in a primary runoff, an outcome that underscored President Donald Trump’s influence over the Republican Party. Trump endorsed Paxton shortly before the runoff. The general-election race has become unexpectedly competitive. A Fox News Poll conducted Sept. 24-28 found Talarico leading Paxton 51%-49% among likely voters, a result within the poll’s three-point margin of sampling error. Several other recent public polls have also shown Talarico narrowly ahead. White nevertheless expressed unequivocal support for Trump, whose political standing and handling of the economy have become central issues in the race. "I love President Trump. I’m behind him 1,000%," White said. "These gas prices, we’re paying a little more for gas right now. But I tell you what, he’s saving the world. And we’ve got to pay a little bit more for gas — OK, well, let’s pay it for a while. "He’ll get gas prices back down where they were. It’s just something that’s part of the process of getting America back where it needs to be and making it safe." White also backed Trump’s handling of the war with Iran. "We had to do it. You had to," White said. "They’re never going to stop. They are never going to stop. … What President Trump is doing, I think, is the best thing for our country." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2573875342cf4db8be397 Jon Gruden fires up Trump rally crowd in Ohio as if delivering a locker room speech then delivers endorsement te 2026-10-04T13:40:08.117Z Jon Gruden fires up Trump rally crowd in Ohio as if delivering a locker room speech then delivers endorsement Super Bowl winning football coach Jon Gruden had an NFL reputation for using his fire and enthusiasm, not to mention his offensive strategies, to great success and we saw some of that at the rally President Donald Trump held Saturday night in Ohio. First of all, who knew Gruden was a conservative? He watched the president deliver his message standing side-by-side with Ohio Sen. Jon Husted, who is running for re-election, and gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! And at one point during Trump's comments, a protester began to say something or other, and was escorted out while the crowd chanted, "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye." "You know, Jon Gruden is standing here, saying, 'I don't believe this. This is rougher than a football game,'" Trump told the crowd. "There's more spirit. I think they have more spirit here than they did today in Ohio State, if you want to know the truth." Gruden, who coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a Super Bowl title and later coached the Raiders in both Oakland and Las Vegas for 53 games before resigning in 2021, was introduced to the crowd by Husted. Husted and Gruden were teammates on the 1985 University of Dayton football team and have remained close through the years. "I'll be very brief, but I want to thank everybody for showing up," Gruden told the crowd that greeted him with applause. "I love you guys. I just came back for one reason and I'm from Ohio. My mom and dad are from Cleveland. I was born in Sandusky and I went to the University of Dayton. "And I'm damn proud of it, man!" Yes, the crowd loved that and the cheers were evidence of that. Then came the endorsement of his former teammate and friend: "Jon Husted is a lot more than my friend," Gruden said. "He was a great player." He intercepted 17 passes on the gridiron. He was a great player. And I know why he's a great player. It was because of his work ethic and his commitment and his day-to-day mental toughness." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Husted, who has served as an Ohio state representative, Ohio House speaker, state senator, secretary of state, lieutenant governor and, since January 2025, a U.S. senator, was an All-American cornerback and kick returner at Dayton. FROM LOCKER ROOMS TO CONGRESS: JAY FEELY LATEST ATHLETE SEEKING TO TAKE LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP TO CAPITOL HILL He was a starter on the Flyers’ 1989 NCAA Division III national championship team. Dayton finished that season 13-0-1, and Husted recorded an interception in the championship-game victory over Union. "He will never quit, ever on you or anybody," Gruden bellowed. "Let's hear it, for Husted. Right. I'm gonna close with this ... Before you know it, last thing I'm gonna say, before you know it, this election is over, yes? It's over. "But what we got to do is we got to do our part. Early voting starts Tuesday. Can we be there or not? Let's be there! And I know you guys got a lot more friends than I do. Get your friends, and get their friends and their friends, and let's get Husted back in action. Let's go!" FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2528875342cf4db8be321 More Gen Z college freshmen are quitting school early and moving back home with mom and dad te 2026-10-04T13:20:08.399Z More Gen Z college freshmen are quitting school early and moving back home with mom and dad Some Gen Z freshmen have already decided — just weeks into the fall semester — to abandon their college campuses, head back home and take classes online. Others are quitting school entirely very early on. In a recent "Outnumbered" segment, the Fox News co-hosts discussed the trend of young college students bailing out of campus life and returning home — saying the degree is what they’re after, not the "college experience." Online reactions to the controversial and trending decision are running the gamut.  ‘SHUT UP’ AND LISTEN: TRACE GALLAGHER SHARES WISDOM LEARNED FROM BEING A ‘GIRL DAD’ "To be fair, college is not for everyone," one Facebook user commented. Another blurted, "Time for the school of HARD KNOCKS!" A viral TikTok posted by a 17-year-old indicated that the student left campus at Southern University in Louisiana just two weeks into her first semester to go back home to Las Vegas, according to reports.  Some students today seem to be strangers with discomfort and struggle — as one user advised, "Y'all have to learn how to be uncomfortable." Another was more understanding, posting, "It's OK to be uncomfortable, anxious and stressed during your first year of college." "Outnumbered" co-host Kaleigh McEnany said she remembered her own college days, when she would struggle to return to school after spending time at home. "I would cry in the airport, and my mom was like, 'You've gotta get on the plane, you've gotta go back …' And it was tough, but I'm so glad she pushed me," she said. In her viral TikTok, the teenager shared a disclaimer in the caption of her video, noting that she didn’t drop out — she switched to the school’s online program instead. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Various factors affect the decisions of students to leave campus and take classes at home — with some online posters on various forums weighing in with their own experiences and beliefs.  Writing on Reddit recently, one parent said a son in the family's household "is quitting college quickly, and I feel like a loser." The parent went on, "He was one of the top students in his high school class. Had anxiety, but worked through all issues eventually. I have anxiety issues as well, so I've always done my best to help him through it. Dished out so much money to get him a car, a laptop, paid for bus passes, etc., only to have him drop out after one week." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The person continued, "Won't even consider just sticking with it for a semester or two. He even had a scholarship to cover his entire first year! I mean, I took 19 years to finish my bachelor's degree, but I was always employed, so what can I really say?" In response, another person on Reddit wrote, "What are his reasons? How much ability do you have to force him to stay? Is it a done deal already? I would absolutely try to get to the bottom of it and figure out how to work around whatever his concerns are." Another parent weighed in with this experience: "My daughter has a lot of social anxiety and just got through her second week of college. She is particularly anxious about public speaking. So much so she would miss days of high school almost any time it was required. I have been very nervous about her ability to adapt." Added the parent, "So far it is going well, but not without some struggle. One of her classes required discussion from everyone, each time." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Still another individual shared a very different perspective. "I feel that college is a huge maturity checkpoint and most young adults aren't ready for it right out of high school," the person wrote. "I am a big proponent of not pushing them toward it until they feel it's something they want to do. That doesn't mean there aren't expectations — but maybe there is an option to choose to work full time, and pay some bills instead." Others chimed in on that same theme. "There is NO reason he has to attend college right now. He can work and see whether he is able to earn enough to support himself that way. He may need a break from academics. There are many paths; don't stress!" Students and online commenters have pointed out that financial concerns, mental health struggles or the desire to simply focus on academics can make on-campus life more difficult for some young people. The "Outnumbered" segment also noted that many members of Gen Z completed high school largely from home — taking online classes in their living room or kitchen, with parents not far away, during the COVID pandemic.  A recent Psychology Today piece on the topic noted that kids who leave college early — for whatever reason — need clear guidance once they get back home.  "Set clear boundaries regarding work, household responsibilities, health and wellness, and daily routines," a mental health counselor advised parents. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2503175342cf4db8be2d3 10-minute fitness habit can help adults over 40 maintain muscle and stay strong te 2026-10-04T13:10:09.819Z 10-minute fitness habit can help adults over 40 maintain muscle and stay strong Adults over 40 may not need to spend hours in the gym to maintain muscle, preserve mobility and stay strong. According to Los Angeles fitness entrepreneur Carl Daikeler, just 10 minutes of targeted resistance exercise each day can help preserve muscle, mobility and long-term function. Daikeler, 63, who has spent 28 years leading BODi, the fitness brand formerly known as Beachbody, says his approach to exercise stems from a practical desire to stay healthy without having to be a dedicated fitness enthusiast. 4 SIMPLE HABITS CAN HELP SLOW MUSCLE LOSS AS YOU AGE, FITNESS EXPERT SAYS "I don't like to eat healthy, I don't like to work out," Daikeler told Fox News Digital at the Strong New York conference in September. "I'm just constantly trying to figure out how I can hack my way without having to overturn my life to become one of these diehard health and fitness people, because I'm never going to become that." For adults looking to stay healthy in midlife, Daikeler recommends what he considers a "minimum effective dose" — short, targeted resistance workouts at home instead of lengthy gym sessions. "Ten minutes a day, and you can establish and build and maintain muscle," he said. WANT TO AGE BETTER? RESEARCHERS SAY 4-MINUTE ROUTINE MAY HELP PREVENT DANGEROUS FALLS Federal physical activity guidelines say that adults should perform muscle-strengthening activities involving all major muscle groups at least two days per week, in addition to regular aerobic activity. Rather than doing a full-body workout every day, Daikeler recommends rotating muscle groups — focusing on the chest one day, upper body the next, then legs and glutes — to build consistency without requiring lengthy gym sessions. "Do that consistently, and you're going to find your strength return, your muscles return, your joints will start to respond appropriately," he said. The 10-minute approach can be especially valuable for people taking GLP-1 medications, who may be trying to preserve muscle mass and bone density while losing weight but may feel intimidated by traditional gyms, Daikeler said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES For individuals seeking more significant weight loss, he recommends extending daily activity to 20 or 30 minutes, incorporating a balance of strength training and cardiovascular exercise. Daikeler cautioned against focusing exclusively on either cardio or resistance training, noting that different exercise types serve distinct functions in the body. "Your body's like a furnace," Daikeler said. "The coal in that furnace is muscle. So you want to build muscle. But then you want to stoke that coal, and that's cardio. So, you need a balance of both things." While resistance training builds muscle and strengthens bones and connective tissue, cardiovascular exercise challenges the heart and lungs, helping to maintain overall fitness, he said. As adults age, Daikeler says the primary motivation for maintaining physical activity should shift away from aesthetic goals and toward functional mobility and independence. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Reflecting on his personal experience visiting his father in an assisted living facility, Daikeler observed how residents struggled with basic movement and balance. Many residents relied on walkers and canes, and often stopped walking before talking to one another because they feared tripping over cracks in the pavement, he recalled. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "This is no longer about my abs," Daikeler added. "I need to work out in order to be able to walk and talk at the same time into my 90s ... It's no longer about aesthetics and vanity. It's really about mobility." Maintaining healthy physical habits means accepting daily short-term discomfort to protect long-term independence, Daikeler noted. "If I do 20 minutes of discomfort, the rest of the day is awesome," he said, adding that the goal is to consistently incorporate resistance training, cardio and flexibility work into a daily routine. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2503175342cf4db8be2ca DR MARC SIEGEL: The angels behind Alcoholics Anonymous still inspire hope te 2026-10-04T13:10:09.100Z DR MARC SIEGEL: The angels behind Alcoholics Anonymous still inspire hope Alcohol is still something to be worried about. Granted, national data shows a decline coming out of the pandemic, but the overall numbers are still higher than they were in 2018. Not only that, but though Gen Zers and millennials are drinking less, middle-aged adults are drinking more, with an increase in heavy drinking since 2018. Some of this is because middle-aged adults face increased pressures as they try to manage both aging parents and children who are in adolescence or early adulthood and are just finding themselves. But though drinking may temporarily ease stress, the long-term health risks are significant. A recent study from Colorado determined that older adults are more likely to drink alone, which carries with it additional health risks, including cognitive decline. There are an estimated 28 million Americans who suffer from alcohol use disorder, with a substantial portion of them being middle-aged. Not only that, but about 50% of the deaths due to alcohol in the U.S. occur among middle-aged adults. HEAVY DRINKING SURGES AMONG AMERICANS IN ONE AGE GROUP AS OTHER GENERATIONS CUT BACK Faith-based cures remain highly effective for alcoholism, with none more effective than Alcoholics Anonymous, which was developed in the 1930s by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith after a chance meeting, the kind that the famed psychiatrist Carl Jung called synchronicity, or meaningful coincidence.  They became messengers of God for each other and ultimately, for millions of other alcoholics with their 12-step program based largely on making a spiritual connection. In my new book, "The Angels Among Us," I devote a chapter to the miracle recovery of Bill Wilson and his consequential friendship with Dr. Bob. Bill is admitted to Towns Hospital in New York City in 1934 for the fourth time because of alcohol intoxication followed by withdrawal. He is in the depths of despair and is not sure if he will survive. And then he experiences the central miracle of his life as he demands that God show Himself. CAN FAITH HELP PATIENTS HEAL? VETERAN DOCTOR REVEALS WHAT HE'S WITNESSED FIRSTHAND "The room lights up with a blinding glare of light. Wilson is seized by an ecstasy he has never known. He stands on a mountaintop with a great wind blowing. He thinks to himself, 'This is not a wind of air. This is spirit. This is the God of the preachers.' "Bill feels that a great, clean strength is blowing through him, that he is now free." Bill Wilson tells about his experience to his medical angel, Dr. Silkworth, who is tending to him there in the hospital, who decides he is not crazy, but that a great psychic event has occurred. This changes Bill's life, as the doctor/"angel" advises him to hang on to this experience and to share it.  By meeting other alcoholics where they live, and not speaking down to them, by not preaching, Wilson and later Dr. Bob spread faith, goodwill, and ultimately sobriety. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION In today's world, this lesson remains crucial. It is the in-person exchange of peer-to-peer kindness and caring that gives us all the chance to heal. It doesn't work the same way on social media, and self-destructive behavior (including alcohol addiction) is much more likely to occur in isolation. There is still a lesson to be learned from Bill Wilson's experience. Doctors can be angels of healing, just as fellow sufferers can. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM DR. MARC SIEGEL Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2503075342cf4db8be2c1 Robert Blake’s son returns to restaurant tied to family tragedy for new murder mystery te 2026-10-04T13:10:08.454Z Robert Blake’s son returns to restaurant tied to family tragedy for new murder mystery Twenty-five years after Vitello's became part of a painful chapter in his family's history, Noah Blake has returned to the restaurant to direct and star in a fictional murder mystery, describing the production as part of his healing journey. The "Teen Witch" alum's "A Killer Night in Studio City," a noir-inspired immersive theater production set in 1958, opened at the famed Italian restaurant on Sept. 15. "When I was first approached about this, of course, there was this little bit of ... and then I was like, 'Wait, what am I doing? Of course, I should do this,'" Blake told Fox News Digital. "This is a chance for me to, not rewrite history, but to create a new page and to create a new connection and a new relationship for me with this place, for my name with this place, for my family with this place." ROBERT BLAKE DEAD AT 89 "I've got a four-year-old son," Blake said. "I want him to be able to go there and enjoy Vitello's as he's grown up, God willing, as long as Vitello's is there. And I don't want him to ever feel funny. I want him to think about, 'Oh, Vitello's, that's the place where daddy did that fun show.' Not this other stuff. I'm not trying to minimize that tragedy, but it wasn't my tragedy, and it was a cross that I've had to bear and still will probably for the rest of my life." Blake said Vitello's was a regular gathering place for his family while he was growing up, but he stayed away for decades. He eventually returned and agreed to stage the production there, saying he wanted to reclaim positive memories of a place he had loved. "I want to go and do something in this space that is creative, that is fun, that is exciting, where people come and laugh and gasp and have a great time," he explained. "Some people may not even know [what happened] and the people who do might be curious and go, 'Oh, that has nothing to do with anything, and I had a great time.'" WATCH: NOAH BLAKE SAYS RETURN TO SITE TIED TO FAMILY TRAGEDY IS ‘FULL CIRCLE’ The history Blake is trying to move beyond dates back to 2001, when his father Robert Blake's wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, was killed after the couple had dinner at Vitello's. The actor was acquitted of murder in 2005 in connection with Bakley's killing. Bakley was shot and killed while sitting in Robert's car near the restaurant. A civil jury later found him liable for her death and ordered him to pay Bakley's family $30 million, prompting him to file for bankruptcy, according to The Associated Press. An appeals court later reduced the award to $15 million, after which the parties reached a confidential settlement. Robert died in 2023 at 89. Rose Lenore, Bakley's daughter with Robert, feels differently about the production. She told Fox News Digital that Vitello's remains too painful for her and others who loved her mother. "I think him doing it at Vitello's is upsetting for me and anyone who loved Bonny," she said. "And there were quite a few people who did. She left behind three children, plus me. She also left behind a sister, my aunt, who misses her dearly. And so, to have Robert Blake's son do any show at Vitello's, let alone a murder mystery show, I find that to be insensitive and upsetting." "I don't even care what the show is about," Lenore said. "I'm also not here to invalidate anyone's healing journey, if that's what this is for him. But I also think it's my moral obligation to stand up for what I believe in. I would still be upset if he was doing anything else. And for Noah to be doing a happy, fun show — I think it's in poor taste." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "I'm not wishing any harm on Noah," Lenore continued. "I wish him well in his life and career. But it would be hard for me to stay silent on something like this. It would be hard for me to stay silent about my mother." Responding to Lenore's criticism, Blake wrote in a statement to Fox News Digital, "I have my own deeply personal reasons for doing this play. Vitello's was a place that I loved my entire life. Over time, that place became the physical embodiment for me of a much larger and devastating chapter of my life — one thing that I had nothing to do with, but whose consequences I have had to endure for years." "Choosing to walk back into that space now and create something uniquely mine — something lighthearted and entertaining that people are enjoying — is part of my own healing journey," he wrote. "It's about taking a place that had come to represent something painfully dark in my life and allowing it to represent something else. I'm not erasing history or rewriting it. I'm simply adding a new page to it, and I don't ask or expect anyone else to sign off on what I need to do to heal." "Rose is absolutely entitled to her feelings," Blake continued. "I've been there for her many times over the years, and I care for her. She chose to express her feelings about this publicly, which certainly wouldn't have been my choice and still isn't. I would much rather have had a private conversation with her. I've reached out and asked her to call me so that we could talk about this, and that conversation has yet to happen. But that door remains open for her." Blake said returning to Vitello's has also forced him to revisit his complicated relationship with his late father. "I don't think people really realize when something like that happens, how many lives are impacted in such a profound way," he explained. "I had to wrestle with who my father really was for everything I thought he was or knew or saw him as. Did he do this thing? Was he really capable of this? Was he that far gone? Was my father this monster?" LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "It's tough because it makes you question a lot. 'What is my genetic makeup?' It was years of intense scrutiny, and it was impossible to live my life, and for other people as well. It's not cool to know that this guy's son had a nervous breakdown and couldn't leave his house for six months and was having panic attacks and night sweats and was incapable of functioning." "There were moments my father could be a very loving, kind, decent, generous human being," he said. "And there were times when he could just be an absolute f---ing monster and just the worst kind of selfish and menacing and threatening." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Before his death, Robert fiercely denied murdering Bakley. For Blake, returning to the restaurant carries a meaning beyond the fictional story he says he wants to tell. While he recognizes the connection others may make to his family's past, Blake stressed he does not want that history to define him. "... I live my life as me," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2502f75342cf4db8be2b8 Dems hand GOP fresh midterm weapon by opposing widely used voter ID te 2026-10-04T13:10:07.756Z Dems hand GOP fresh midterm weapon by opposing widely used voter ID Senate Democrats’ recent rejection of voter ID is giving Republicans fresh ammunition in the midterm fight, putting them on the opposite side of a practice that is common across the country and broadly popular with voters in both parties. Republicans have developed a cynical view of why Democrats won’t play ball with voter ID, arguing that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and his caucus don’t want to give the GOP a win heading into the midterm elections. "Democrats are gonna vote against it because they don't want to give the president a win," Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., told Fox News Digital. "They don’t want to give Republicans a win. They'll screw the country and stuff." DOZENS OF HOUSE DEMOCRATS REJECT BILL FUSING CONGRESSIONAL STOCK BAN WITH FEDERAL VOTER ID Republicans' latest attempt to pass a federal voter ID law, which was paired with another popular issue to ban insider trading in Congress, comes months after initially launching their push to pass the SAVE America Act, a high priority for President Donald Trump that Schumer and Democrats have time and again rejected. Earlier this year, Democrats argued that voter ID isn’t so bad, it’s just how Republicans were approaching it that they disagreed with — Schumer dubbed the SAVE America Act "Jim Crow 2.0" and contended it would disenfranchise Black and Brown voters. "Democrats support voter ID," Schumer said on a press call earlier this year. "In fact, we included it, and it is included, in our Freedom to Vote legislation several years ago." INSIDE THE SENATE'S CHAOTIC ALL-NIGHTER THAT LEFT TRUMP'S SAVE AMERICA ACT ON THE SHELF But as the months have dragged on, an issue that voters overwhelmingly support has become a place for Democrats to dig their heels into the dirt against. Requiring identification to vote is already a practice in 36 states. Of those, 23 require photo ID, while 13 accept another form of identification, such as a bank statement. Nine of those states have Democratic senators. "We already have it," Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., told Fox News Digital. "I mean, Virginia has a voter ID law that our citizens really like." "Virtually every state has a voter ID law," he continued. "So, what, there has to be a one size fits all federal thing for states [that[ are already doing this?" SCHUMER, DEMOCRATS SAY THEY SUPPORT VOTER ID, THEN BLOCK GOP AMENDMENT TO REQUIRE IT Republicans say that the Democratic resistance has a more nefarious intent. Requiring voter ID would allegedly nuke some of their voter base, illegal immigrants, and therefore lower their chances of winning in federal elections. "Well, it's evident Democrats want to make it easier to cheat," Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., told Fox News Digital. " Republicans want to make it easier to vote, make sure nobody's cheating. And that's where we are on this voter ID, an 80/20 issue or not even more." Barrasso argued that identification is required in several mundane instances of life, from boarding a plane to buying a beer — and even to get into some rallies held by Democratic candidates during this election cycle. "They’re complete hypocrites on this," Barrasso said. "But [what] we need to do is elect more Republicans to be able to win these elections and make sure we have people here that see what the American people see, which is, you have to have a photo ID to vote." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac24dda75342cf4db8be273 Derrick Henry's rushing yards prop leads Ravens vs Titans picks as Baltimore favored by 11.5 te 2026-10-04T13:00:10.967Z Derrick Henry's rushing yards prop leads Ravens vs Titans picks as Baltimore favored by 11.5 If this season has taught me anything about sports betting, it is that you should never be too confident in wagers. I have had a really tough start to the season – but I had the same start to the college season and have turned that around. You can’t be hung up on opinions of teams, and need to recognize that maybe you were wrong about certain squads. Hopefully, I’ve formed a good opinion about the Titans and Ravens for today’s game. The Tennessee Titans are 0-3, one of the worst teams in football. We knew this was likely to be the case this year because the team hasn’t looked good in a few years and is still in the middle of a rebuild. Do they have the quarterback of the future? I’m somewhat questioning that with Cam Ward. For the season, Ward has completed 55-of-88 passes for 504 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. They got him a top receiving option in the offseason, and he has hauled in 13 receptions, but for just 123 yards. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Perhaps we need to see Ward under center with a line that can protect him to really judge it. In fairness, they’ve only allowed five sacks this season. The Ravens have six sacks this year, so we will see if they can add to that total. The Ravens overall are about average in both the running game and passing attack, which opens the playbook a bit for the Titans to try anything they want to do on offense. ROBERT SALEH AND BRIAN DABOLL AIM TO TURN THE TENNESSEE TITANS INTO AFC SOUTH CONTENDERS The Baltimore Ravens have had a very interesting three weeks. In Week 1, they looked like the best team in the league, racking up yards and points over and over. They scored 41 points against the Colts and made it seem like Indianapolis couldn’t stop anything. New Orleans deflated that thought a bit in Week 2. They were able to score a late touchdown to give the Saints a win over the Ravens. In some ways, it felt more like Baltimore lost than New Orleans won. Last week, the Ravens played in Brazil against the Cowboys. This was another back-and-forth game, and one that also felt like Dallas losing rather than the Ravens winning. Perhaps that’s a bit harsh considering Baltimore was winning most of the game. The Ravens' defense is a bit concerning overall, but their offense has looked good. Baltimore is facing a bottom-10 defense as the Titans are allowing 126.3 yards per game on the ground. However, their passing defense has been surprisingly good, ranked seventh in the league. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Teams coming back from international travel without a bye week are 11-6 overall and just 9-8 against the spread. They are also 10-7 to the over on the total. This could be a blowout for Baltimore, but asking them to cover 11.5 is a pretty big ask. I do lean toward the Titans, but I am going with a prop instead. Derrick Henry has been outstanding this season. He has 301 yards and six touchdowns in three games this season. I do expect the Titans to try and load the box a bit, but that really doesn’t matter with Henry running. He can find a way. I’m taking over 92.5 rushing yards from him here. I’d recommend touchdown props on him, but I don’t particularly like any of the lines on any of them. 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/6ac24dda75342cf4db8be26a Cardinals vs Giants is giving a bit too much love to Arizona and not enough to New York at home te 2026-10-04T13:00:10.111Z Cardinals vs Giants is giving a bit too much love to Arizona and not enough to New York at home This is the last week when everyone plays in the NFL for a while. Next week marks the beginning of the bye weeks. It is only two teams sitting out next week, but it is still nice to have all the teams playing every week. Sunday has a great card, and I’m looking forward to a few different games, but one that is standing out is between the Cardinals and the Giants. The Arizona Cardinals are not quite as bad as expected this season. They are 1-2 coming into this game after a big win to open the season against the Chargers. I’m not expecting that Arizona finds a way to make the postseason, or even end with an average or winning record. However, they haven’t been terrible, either. They’ve played surprisingly well on the road in two games. They won the Chargers game, and they lost to the 49ers last week by just six points. Their lone home game saw them destroyed by the Seattle Seahawks. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Through three games, it seems like there is a clear goal for the Cardinals. They want to put the ball into either Jeremiyah Love’s hands or get it into Trey McBride’s. For the season, Love has 41 carries for 160 yards and one touchdown. He has also been involved in the passing attack with 10 receptions for 44 yards and a score. McBride is third in the league with 26 receptions, resulting in 211 yards and two touchdowns. Jacoby Brissett targets him early and often. The Giants have actually excelled against tight ends and running backs. The New York Giants started their year looking great with a win over division rival Dallas. Then they went to Los Angeles and not only lost to the Rams, but they lost Jaxon Dart, likely for the season. Last week, the team faced the Titans. They escaped with a win over Tennessee, but they didn’t exactly dominate the game. The final score was 12-7, and New York could only score field goals in the game. They were in control of the game the entire time, but it wasn’t like the offense looked sharp with Jameis Winston under center. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Perhaps with a bit more time to prepare, the team can be a bit more competitive. Winston can get a full week of practice. However, New York also might’ve shown they don’t fully believe in him because they traded for JJ McCarthy this week. With just one touchdown scored over the past two weeks, the Giants need to find offense, and they need to find it in a hurry. The Cardinals have the 10th worst passing defense in football. They also have the seventh-worst running defense. This might be the cure for the Giants' woes. I understand that the Cardinals have looked decent in two of the three games, and have played well on the road. However, I just don’t buy that the team is going to travel across the country and win this game. The look-ahead line, when everyone was healthy, was Giants -7, and now they are getting 2.5 points. I actually think New York wins this game. I’ll take the points, but I will sprinkle on the moneyline. I do think both teams will probably struggle to score, and I’d lean toward the under. 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Surveillance footage showed Yagi entering the hotel with Ballard before he later left alone, Stars and Stripes reported, citing Okinawa police. A hotel employee later found Yagi unresponsive after she failed to check out. Police subsequently located Ballard in Okinawa City and arrested him, according to the outlet. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Okinawa Prefectural Police for additional information. THAI RESORT CITY CRACKS DOWN ON PROSTITUTION AHEAD OF USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN ARRIVAL The Marine Corps said it was cooperating with Japanese authorities and that Ballard remained in Japanese custody. "The Marine Corps takes these allegations very seriously and expects every Marine to adhere to the highest standards of behavior," the service said in a statement obtained by Reuters. The arrest prompted swift condemnation from senior Japanese officials. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi offered condolences to Yagi's family and said her government had lodged a "strong protest" with the United States. "The occurrence of such an extremely brutal and heinous incident is a matter of profound regret," Takaichi said in an English translation of her Japanese-language statement. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi also summoned U.S. Ambassador George Glass and called for full U.S. cooperation with the investigation, stricter discipline among American military personnel and measures to prevent similar incidents. Glass expressed regret over the loss of life and pledged U.S. cooperation with Japanese authorities. CHINA DEPLOYED OVER 100 VESSELS NEAR TAIWAN IN THE WAKE OF TRUMP-XI SUMMIT, TAIWAN SECURITY OFFICIAL CLAIMS The case comes against a decades-long backdrop of tensions surrounding the large U.S. military presence in Okinawa. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac246d075342cf4db8be15d GOP Senate candidate's estranged wife confirms who she's voting for amid divorce proceedings te 2026-10-04T12:30:08.620Z GOP Senate candidate's estranged wife confirms who she's voting for amid divorce proceedings Texas state Sen. Angela Paxton is addressing the "elephant in the room," saying she’ll vote Republican this November without mentioning one GOP candidate by name: her estranged husband, Ken Paxton. Angela Paxton, who filed for divorce from the Texas Republican Senate candidate last year on "biblical grounds," says in a new political ad that she will back the Republican ticket on Nov. 3, arguing that keeping the seat in GOP hands outweighs concerns about any individual candidate. "People have asked my thoughts about this election, and turns out, I have some," she says in the ad. "Let’s talk about the elephant in the room." GOP FORTRESS IS UNDER THREAT IN ONE KEY RED STATE, AND THESE VOTERS COULD DECIDE WHETHER IT FALLS "In a general election, it’s not as much about the individual players on the team; it’s about getting the whole team across the finish line," she continues. "Either we hold every Republican seat, or we hand the future of Texas to the other team." "That’s why I’m voting for the Republican ticket on Nov. 3," she adds. "Let’s hold the line together." The ad does not mention Ken Paxton by name, but its message comes as the Republican Senate candidate faces a tight general election contest against Democrat James Talarico. The latest Fox News Poll, released Thursday, found Talarico with 51% support among Texas likely voters and Paxton with 49%, a difference within the poll’s margin of sampling error. The same poll found 50% of likely voters preferred Republican control of the U.S. Senate, compared with 49% who preferred Democratic control. Angela Paxton has previously signaled that maintaining Republican control of the seat takes precedence over her feelings about the individual candidate. During an address to the Texas Federation of Republican Women in September, she similarly framed the issue as the "elephant in the room" and told the audience that "it’s not the people, it’s the seat." REPUBLICAN CAVALRY ARRIVES FOR KEN PAXTON AS BIG-BUCKS TEXAS OFFENSIVE OPENS CASH FLOODGATES "We have more control over that seat and the future when we control the seat, when it’s still in the family, even if we’re mad at them," she said at the time, drawing laughter from the audience. "If we lose it to the other team, the nuances that we want to fix with maybe a certain candidate are nothing compared to what it’s going to take to get it back," she added. GEORGE W BUSH RAISES MONEY FOR REPUBLICANS, BUT NOT KEY SENATE CANDIDATE Angela Paxton filed for divorce from her husband in July 2025 after 38 years of marriage. In the filing, she alleged that Ken Paxton had "committed adultery" and said their marriage had "become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities." She separately announced the divorce on social media, saying she had filed "on biblical grounds." "I believe marriage is a sacred covenant and I have earnestly pursued reconciliation," she wrote. "But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe that it honors God or is loving to myself, my children, or Ken to remain in the marriage." The new ad was funded by Texas PAC, a political action committee affiliated with Senate Majority Leader John Thune. Ken Paxton also has the support of President Donald Trump and financial backing from the president’s MAGA Inc. political action committee as well as Elon Musk’s America PAC. Fox News Digital’s Peter Pinedo contributed to this report. 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They had a big come-from-behind victory over the Los Angeles Rams last week and are now looking to beat another NFC West squad.  The Broncos still look like they have room for improvement. After getting little offense in Week 1, they scored 20 points in Week 2, and then 30 points against the Rams last week. Perhaps Bo Nix is getting more comfortable with his weapons.  The 49ers look like they may be one of the best teams in the league. Their schedule has been interesting, so it will be fun to see how they play against a tough opponent. In Week 1, the Rams showed up to Australia without much rest to play the game. It backfired, and San Francisco rolled them.  In Week 2, they faced a Dolphins team that looks like they are more likely to go 0-17 than they are to upset anyone. Week 3 saw the team in a battle with the Cardinals — not exactly a team people had high hopes for, but one that is competitive in the early going.  Which team will be victorious in this one? 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Authorities extradited Smith from Texas to Georgia, where she remains in the Gwinnett County Jail. Smith allegedly injected silicone into Moore’s left buttock inside a Holiday Inn Express hotel room near Stone Mountain on May 30, 2009, according to a Gwinnett County criminal arrest warrant. Moore died the following day. UNLICENSED MIAMI SURGEON 'DR. FRANKENSTEIN' VANISHES DAYS BEFORE TRIAL OVER BOTCHED PROCEDURES: AUTHORITIES Moore’s maternal aunt, Yolanda Hammond, told Fox News Digital that her niece researched providers before agreeing to the procedure. Hammond said Smith and another woman presented themselves as sisters, one a doctor and Smith as a physician assistant. DEM SENATE HOPEFUL’S ‘PHYSICIAN’ CAMPAIGN PITCH UNDER FIRE AFTER LICENSE RECORDS REVEAL KEY GAPS "Eyanna did extensive research," Hammond said. "The website checked out, they had reviews, but we later found out there was an actual cosmetic location except for they were not the real people. " "They used someone else’s credentials to pose themselves as those people." Hammond said Smith called Moore’s husband, David, shortly after the procedure and told him to come to the hotel with yogurt and Gatorade. When he arrived, he found Moore in distress and called 911. Smith later called David to ask how Moore was doing, Hammond said. He told her Moore had died. 'AMERICA'S MOST WANTED' FUGITIVE CAPTURED ON SAILBOAT OFF NJ COAST AFTER 20 YEARS ON THE RUN "He said she [Smith] was screaming ‘no,’ and hung up the phone," Hammond said. "Nobody never heard from her again." Gwinnett police secured an arrest warrant in June 2009, first charging Smith with practicing medicine without a license. When the felony murder warrant came months later, Smith had already fled. IDENTITY THEFT RARELY ANNOUNCES ITSELF: 6 SIGNS YOU MISSED Smith then obtained a South Carolina driver’s license using a woman’s stolen identity in November 2018, according to a Sept. 25 news release from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). In July 2026, Smith contacted the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles for assistance after an alert on the license prevented her from renewing it online. BODYCAM VIDEO SHOWS CANADIAN WOMAN ALLEGEDLY GIVING FALSE NAME BEFORE DEPUTIES DISCOVERED 12 FAKE IDS SLED assigned the identity fraud investigation to Special Agent Shawn Ludwig in August. Facial recognition helped him identify Smith and uncover the outstanding murder warrant. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X SLED Director of Public Information Renée Wunderlich told Fox News Digital that Ludwig and Senior Special Agent Bridgette Lott worked together on the investigation. The pair identified another alias Smith used in McKinney, Texas, and gave her vehicle information to local police. CAPTURED 'AMERICA'S MOST WANTED' FUGITIVE RONALD FISCHER ABANDONS ALIAS AFTER 20 YEARS ON THE RUN McKinney officers located Smith’s vehicle and arrested her in August. Hammond said she was stunned by how investigators found Smith. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS "You ran for 17 years and then you call and ask for help under an alias, like really?" she said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB A bond hearing has been set for Smith on Oct. 22 at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center. Fox News Digital reached out to her attorney. SEND US A TIP Moore’s death left her four children — Tatiyanna, Faith, Fantasia and Tristan — to grow up without their mother. Two of the children were so young that they have no recollection of Moore. Now, the family plans to attend court hearings and hopes for justice. GOT A TIP? "She was always advancing herself for a better career for herself and her family," Hammond added. "She’s 29 years old and she had a full life ahead of her...well educated young woman, married with children, and she just didn’t deserve that." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Hammond now hopes Moore’s death will raise awareness of illegal silicone injections and help other families avoid the loss hers has endured. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "The thing that I would like for the world to know is just, you know, make sure you do your due diligence vetting these people. Make sure that you check the credentials." "No alteration of your body is worth you losing your life." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2447875342cf4db8bdc98 GOP rising star helped topple Trump-backed incumbent. Now he's caught leadership's eye te 2026-10-04T12:20:08.475Z GOP rising star helped topple Trump-backed incumbent. Now he's caught leadership's eye It’s June 2026 and the summer’s intense heat is slowly creeping across the East Coast. In Florida, a different kind of heat is threatening to burn Republicans — a firestorm of political backlash that could at best force the GOP to spend millions more in the midterms, and at worst cost the party what should be a safely red House seat. Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-Fla., was one of the first to sound the alarm publicly about embattled Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., and the scandals that could have sandbagged his re-election chances. It’s an unusually bold move for a first-term congressman, particularly when all of the House GOP leadership and the White House were still publicly backing Mills. But Haridopolos’ plan was well-executed — and with the help of Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., Mills went down as one of only four Republican incumbents to lose a primary in the 2026 midterm cycle. Republican election watchers saw the loss with some relief, privately feeling better about their chances with former journalist Ryan Elijah, who Haridopolos recruited to run, against Democratic former NASA official Bale Dalton. And Haridopolos was there with Elijah both figuratively and literally. The former local news anchor said he was "right there in the front row" during the primary debate. REPUBLICANS MOVE TO OUST EMBATTLED FLORIDA GOP LAWMAKER IN BITTER PRIMARY FIGHT "Not only was he there, he was kind of like the spin room. He did a lot of the media interviews, and that was huge for us," Elijah told Fox News Digital. TRUMP'S SUPPORT DOESN'T SAVE SCANDAL-PLAGUED LAWMAKER IN PRIMARY Haridopolos told Fox News Digital, "I recognized that Cory Mills was absolutely going to lose a general election against a solid Democrat candidate. And so I went to the leadership and, of course, the president's team and said, look, we need to find a way for Mills to step aside." "Unfortunately, Mr. Mills was not willing to step aside. And so I let the leadership and the president know that I'd be helping someone else in the primary," he continued. "It was not the easiest thing to do, taking on a colleague. But … this is a team sport and all of us need to work together." WATCH: CORY MILLS BLASTS DOJ PROBE AS ‘POLITICAL OP' AHEAD OF FLORIDA PRIMARY "Team sport" is an analogy that the Florida Republican has used frequently, and one that he’s used to try and define his tenure in the House. It’s paid off for him so far, with Haridopolos having forged close relationships with both House GOP leaders and his peers. "He’s a trusted ally and somebody you can count on. He delivers. You never have to worry about where he’s going to be," House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., who has known Haridopolos for roughly two decades, told Fox News Digital. The two politicos first forged a relationship in their respective state houses. When Haridopolos said he would launch a campaign for Congress, Scalise said he told him, "I want to be your first check … I want to support you." And in his short time so far, he's already been entrusted to lead a House panel. Haridopolos is chair of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee’s space subcommittee, a fitting position for someone whose district is home to the Kennedy Space Center despite his junior status. The Florida freshman said space has long been a passion of his, dating back to his efforts as a state lawmaker to bring the shuttle program back to his backyard. NASA'S ARTEMIS FOLLOW-UP MISSION 'RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER' AFTER SUCCESSFUL LUNAR FLIGHT "So many people were concerned that we'd go back to the post-Apollo days, which are very detrimental to the economy of Central Florida. And so at that time, Rick Scott was governor … We decided that we needed to not just rely on NASA but start pushing for public-private partnerships," Haridopolos said. The U.S. has seen an unprecedented resurgence of success in space in the last two years, partly propelled by the public-private partnerships that Haridopolos is pushing. NASA completed its historic Artemis II mission just this year, sending four astronauts around the moon and back in the first such mission in decades. PETER NAVARRO: TRUMP'S ARTEMIS VISION IS NOW FLYING — AND CHINA IS PAYING ATTENTION "I'm really confident that in two years we'll be landing back on the moon," Haridopolos said. That’s also due in no small part to the federal government investing in the new space race, after the Trump administration initially proposed a roughly 24% cut to NASA’s budget in May 2025. Haridopolos, seeing space as another frontier for national security, was alarmed. He told Fox News Digital at the time that he would seek a "constructive conversation with the White House" about a higher figure. "I’m not sure what that number will be in the end, but in my conversations with the president about space, he’s absolutely committed to it," he said in May 2025. Eventually, President Donald Trump signed into law a spending bill that included $24.4 billion for NASA — rather than the initial $18.8 billion proposal — and approved an additional $9.9 billion in the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman told Fox News Digital that Haridopolos "understands that so much of America’s future in space runs through Florida and Kennedy Space Center." "He is serious about the mission, willing to engage on the hard issues, and always focused on how we can move the ball forward," Isaacman said. Before his political career began, Haridopolos was a history professor at what is now Eastern Florida State College. He was born to an American mother and Greek immigrant father, and is currently married to Stephanie Haridopolos — a physician by profession who has spent the last several months as acting surgeon general. But despite his accomplishments and connections, Haridopolos’ name is not one that has garnered headlines in the way that more bombastic House Republicans have in their public defiance of GOP leaders or criticism of Trump. That’s because he prefers to settle disputes behind closed doors, a hallmark of politics that has largely been abandoned in an age where attention is seen as political currency. "When you hear members of Congress saying, like, ‘Oh, I want you to get me on TV,’ it's usually like, ‘Uh-oh, someone’s about to do something crazy here to get on TV.’ He was like … I’m going to earn my spot on there legitimately by being a good, reliable messenger for the party," a Republican aide familiar with Haridopolos’ operation told Fox News Digital. The aide said that could pose a challenge in times when television networks were looking for dramatic tales of discord, but that his communication skills still got him a "high volume" of press. That aide said they also witnessed Haridopolos turn down media interviews that did not fit his schedule, but offer to help fellow House Republicans secure that spot instead. "He was just finding ways to help out leadership, but also just his fellow members, especially his fellow freshman members," the aide said. Haridopolos told Fox News Digital of the chaos that’s become a regular facet of Republicans' majority, "One of my goals is to tell those folks who always stand [in front of cameras] after we finish the session, you know, what we need to do more is spend time in the caucus having these knock-down, drag-outs. Not through the press, but as a family, and come out there unified. I think it's the best way to solve problems." He’s also been known to offer help on the fundraising side — as Scalise put it, "He raises a lot of money." The political maneuvering has raised questions for some about where Haridopolos sees his future and what he’s looking to get out of the relationships he is building in a largely transactional world. "He knows how to work with people and how to advance what he wants," the Republican aide said. "I could see him in senior leadership … and sooner than people expect." Scalise said, "Mike has a bright future, because he's a natural leader." But Haridopolos has insisted that his efforts are all dedicated to the greater good of the Republican Party. "A lot of people have asked me if I'm going to pursue a leadership position after the elections this year. I'm absolutely not going to pursue one of those leadership positions," he said. "There's people who have been in Congress for three, four, or five terms who I think have really put that effort in." He named members like fellow freshman Rep. Brian Jack, R-Ga., Republican Study Committee Chairman August Pfluger, R-Texas, and Rep. Rudy Yakym, R-Ind. "If I'm focused on the team, I think great things could happen in the future," Haridopolos said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2447775342cf4db8bdc8f ‘Addiction Economy’ is a bad gamble for young men. Here’s their way out te 2026-10-04T12:20:07.721Z ‘Addiction Economy’ is a bad gamble for young men. Here’s their way out You cannot scroll on social media, watch television or even make a purchase online without being inundated with advertisements for sports gambling and prediction markets. Companies are spending millions to make sure we see them, and their primary target audience is young men. Data from the Institute for Family Studies confirms just how deeply this has taken hold: roughly one-third (35%) of young men gamble daily or weekly. This is not the only digital habit growing among young men today. Nearly half (42%) watch pornography daily or weekly, and most young men (86%) play video games daily or weekly. This is what some people refer to as the "addiction economy." As a pastor, I know young men who engage in these things every day. And, to be honest, I’m not surprised. More than half (61%) of young men say they often feel they have little control over the things happening to them. Coping with this pervasive felt lack of agency drives them toward digital escapes that offer a temporary illusion of control, thrill or connection. DAVID MARCUS: BRAVE NEW WORLD OF PREDICTION MARKETS CAN MAKE US ALL INSIDE TRADERS Yet, we know two crucial things about today’s young men: they’re ambitious — and they’re vulnerable. An overwhelming majority (84%) of young men say they have ambitious plans for their future. They want to grow. They want to succeed, and in some sense feel that they’re capable of doing so. But they’re also profoundly isolated and frustrated. They’re facing a world where the paths to traditional success — like career success, homeownership, marriage, children and more — feel washed away or blocked. They struggle with the ability to make friends with other young men or relate to young women. AI IS CHANGING MODERN DATING, BUT EXPERTS WARN IT'S MAKING PEOPLE 'RELATIONALLY STUPID' The addiction economy demands young men’s attention, time and money, and undermines their vision for a successful life. Left unchecked, society and commercial forces will continue to exploit or ignore their tendency at early ages to use things to numb pain, deal with anxiety, or cope with discouragement. But the true role of society should be to help them fulfill their aspirations for good and build lives of purpose. If we don’t offer them a better vision for their lives, the addiction economy will gladly fill the void. Older generations are quick to notice and criticize young men for retreating into digital vices, but scolding and shaming have never produced excellence. Young men may be demoralized, but they haven’t given up. What they need is a guide and a path forward. They need to know they can build a life they actually want and can inhabit. POLL FINDS SHARP RISE IN YOUNG MEN CALLING RELIGION 'VERY IMPORTANT' Young men need formation and support if they are to develop their open-ended sense of potential and ambition into real success and healthy relationships with peers, colleagues and romantic partners. They are capable of building good and desirable lives for themselves, and of attaining real excellence. But they need help to do so. And any invested, stable adult is capable of providing the support they need. Their needs are ultimately simple, though urgent. So, go out of your way to establish strong, authentic, transparent relationships with the young men in your life. Show them they’re not alone, that they’re not unique in their struggles. Provide relatability and accountability, hand in hand. These relationships will help remove the burden of guilt, of embarrassment, of shame for young men. This is part of being a human. We’re all going to struggle, often with the same things. These common struggles allow us to encourage and remind young men that they have the ability to overcome them. DADS AREN’T OPTIONAL — AND AMERICA’S KIDS ARE PAYING THE BRUTAL PRICE It’s also important to help young men feel like they have agency in their own lives, and that their lives have meaning. They have a lot of questions: how to be successful, find a fulfilling job, make friends and navigate dating. Often, we have to help them find answers and take practical steps to feel more in control of their future. Make sure they have the space they need to ask important questions and share vulnerable feelings or experiences, without feeling judged, dismissed or doubted. Young men also need a clear vision for their lives, and a clear vision of how they fit into their own communities. Help them develop their ambitions into specific plans. Help them come to know and understand how much impact they can have, just by showing up to serve. Whether at work, at church, in their friendships or in their families, young men need opportunities to contribute, make a difference and see that their lives matter to the people around them. I WORRY LESS ABOUT SCREENS THAN ABOUT THE CHALLENGES TODAY’S TEENS NEVER FACE We as their mentors have to help them build lives they want to live. And in order to help them build those lives, we must step into their present lives without fear, without judgment and without hesitation. They want to succeed — they just need our support. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The addiction economy that has them firmly in its grasp isn’t something to be feared. 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She urged Joseph to use the ECG feature on his Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic. Seconds later, the result gave him a reason to stop making excuses and head to the emergency room. What doctors discovered would lead to a week in the hospital, open-heart surgery and new health concerns for Joseph's family. It also completely changed the way he looks at the smartwatch on his wrist. Missed CyberGuy LIVE? Watch the replay and discover 5 ways AI can help you get better healthcare. Our free CyberGuy LIVE class Get Better Healthcare With AI has ended, but you can still watch the full replay. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson walks you through five practical ways AI can help you prepare for appointments, remember important details, understand complicated medical information, research prescription questions and organize your next steps. No technical experience is needed. Plus, recordings of all our past classes are available, including How to Stop Spam, Phone Security and Financial Protection, each with a free downloadable checklist. Watch the free replays and get your checklists at CyberGuyLive.com CAN WEARABLES DETECT HEART PROBLEMS EARLY? DOCTOR BREAKS DOWN REAL DATA Joseph says the elevated heart rate had been happening on and off for roughly a year and a half to two years. At the time, just weeks before his 40th birthday, he did not see it as a warning sign. "I tend to fuel with caffeine. I'm a father of four, so, you know, we tend to drink coffee and things like that when we're tired to kind of push through the day," Joseph told CyberGuy. That made the symptoms easier to explain away. If his heart was racing, Joseph could point to coffee, exercise or a long day and keep going. Then Jamie noticed something different. "She had made the comment that I looked like I was short of breath, like I was breathing strangely," Joseph recalled. Jamie works as a respiratory therapist, so her concern carried weight. This time, Joseph agreed to check his heart with the ECG feature on his Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic. Joseph had owned his Galaxy Watch4 Classic for about three years. Before this happened, health monitoring was hardly the reason he wore it. He mainly liked being able to receive messages or answer calls while he worked without carrying his phone around the shop. He had tried the ECG feature perhaps once about a year earlier, mostly to see what the watch could do. This time was different. Joseph scrolled to the ECG feature, tapped the option to record and followed the directions on the screen. He says the watch instructed him to remain still and keep his finger on the sensor while it recorded for about 30 seconds. "It came up and told me immediately at the top in bold letters, atrial fibrillation," Joseph said. His reaction was immediate too, but it was not fear. "Denial," Joseph said. "I just thought it had to be a malfunction. I wasn't even 40 yet." He wondered whether the watch could be wrong, especially because it was an older model. So he ran the ECG again and then repeated it several more times. Jamie was not interested in continuing to test it at home. Joseph recalls her telling him, "We need to go to the ER and have an actual EKG done just to make sure." AI MAY SPOT DEADLY HEART RISK IN A ROUTINE ECG When I asked Joseph whether he would have gone to the emergency room that day without the watch, he did not hesitate. "Nope," he said. That answer gets to the heart of this story. The Galaxy Watch did not determine everything that was happening inside Joseph's heart. It gave him information that made his symptoms much harder to dismiss. Joseph sent the watch's ECG recording to his phone and brought it with him to the hospital. He says an ER doctor reviewed the tracing and confirmed that he was in AFib. Jamie remembers being struck by how closely the watch's result resembled what doctors were seeing. "The doctor was kind of impressed that it actually even looked like the rhythm that it showed looked like atrial fib," she said. Joseph expected to get checked out. Instead, he stayed in the hospital for about a week while doctors worked to understand the problems affecting his heart. Then came another major turn. About 10 days later, Joseph says he returned for open-heart surgery. "They had several things on my heart that they had to repair," he said. For Jamie, the experience reinforced something she had already seen through her work in healthcare. Wearable health data can give people useful information, but they have to take concerning results seriously and seek professional medical care. She says doctors warned the couple about what Joseph could have faced had he continued attributing his symptoms to caffeine or exercise. "He probably would have had a stroke, heart attack, or both," Jamie said. The family also says one of Joseph's doctors told them that without medical intervention, he likely would not have lived to see 45. That warning carries additional weight because Joseph had not considered himself someone with serious health problems. He was still 39 when his watch recorded the AFib reading. "It can happen to anyone," Jamie said. She hopes their experience encourages people to learn what the health features on their devices can actually do instead of waiting until something feels wrong. Jamie had another perspective during Joseph's hospital stay because of her medical background. She says they compared the heart rate information on Joseph's watch with the hospital equipment while he was being monitored. According to Jamie, the readings were sometimes within about one beat per minute of the hospital monitor. That does not make a smartwatch a replacement for hospital equipment, but seeing the numbers track so closely left an impression on both of them. "I would definitely encourage people to take it seriously for sure," Jamie said. She views the watch as a tool that can give someone a reason to seek a professional opinion rather than something that should make medical decisions for them. Joseph's medical journey also created new questions for the rest of his family. He says doctors told him that some of the problems involving his heart could have a genetic component and that some may have been present since birth before gradually becoming more noticeable. That prompted doctors to recommend additional screening within the family. Joseph says his siblings have been encouraged to get checked for the same issues. His children will also need to undergo screening when they are adults. "It brought up a lot of concern," Joseph said. For a father of four, the discovery suddenly extended beyond his own recovery. The medical information doctors uncovered could potentially help his siblings and children watch for similar problems earlier. Samsung says the ECG feature in its Samsung Health Monitor app records the electrical activity of the heart using a compatible Galaxy Watch. The recording takes about 30 seconds. Depending on the recording, Samsung says the app can return results including sinus rhythm, atrial fibrillation, high heart rate, AFib with a high heart rate, an inconclusive result or a poor recording. Samsung says an AFib result means the watch detected an irregular rhythm during the recording and advises users who receive that result to contact their doctor for guidance. Anyone who receives an AFib result with a high heart rate should contact a doctor as soon as possible. However, Samsung also cautions that its ECG feature does not replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment. Users should not interpret the device's output or take clinical action based on it without consulting a qualified healthcare professional. That difference is important in Joseph's case. His watch gave him an AFib result. Medical professionals then evaluated him and determined what treatment he needed. On Samsung's current software, the ECG feature works through the Samsung Health Monitor app on compatible Galaxy Watches paired with a compatible Galaxy phone. Availability and requirements can vary by device and region. To record an ECG, Samsung says to wear the watch snugly and rest your forearms comfortably on a table. Open Samsung Health Monitor on the watch and select ECG. Lightly rest a finger from your opposite hand on the watch's top button without pressing it, remain still and avoid talking while the watch records for 30 seconds. For the best reading, Samsung recommends sitting still beforehand, making sure the sensor is clean and dry and wearing the watch snugly so it lies flat against your wrist. Movement or poor skin contact can lead to a poor recording. Once the recording finishes, the result appears on the watch and can sync to the Samsung Health Monitor app on the paired phone. You can then review your ECG history and share a report with a healthcare professional. If you have symptoms that could indicate a medical emergency, do not wait for a smartwatch result before seeking emergency care. After open-heart surgery, every strange feeling can carry more weight than it did before. Joseph described how even a small pain can make him wonder whether something is wrong again. Being able to check his heart rate and rhythm does not eliminate that concern, but he says it gives him reassurance. "You don't have to sit and worry, 'Oh, am I in AFib again?'" Joseph said. "I can check and, you know, it's a reliable source. It kind of puts you at peace." He has also been using the watch during his recovery to track his walking, steps and exercise. Before his medical ordeal, many of those health tools went unused. Now Joseph says the watch leaves his wrist mainly when he needs to charge it. "It's really been a peace of mind type" of device, Joseph said. Jamie says one of the lessons she wants other people to take away is surprisingly simple: If you already own a smartwatch with health features, learn how to use them. She sees people, including some who work in healthcare, use smartwatches primarily for steps or everyday notifications while ignoring other available tools. "I think the reassurance it gives people is amazing for anyone who even has, you know, cardiac issues," Jamie said. Joseph agrees. Before this happened, he knew his watch had additional capabilities, but he had little reason to explore them. Now he wants people to understand what may already be sitting on their wrists. "You've got to know that it's a lot more than just a watch," he said. For Joseph, that lesson became deeply personal. The watch did not perform his surgery or replace the doctors who diagnosed and treated him. What it did was give a busy 39-year-old father information that finally persuaded him to stop explaining away how he felt and head to the hospital. What stays with me about Joseph's story is that he came incredibly close to doing what many of us have done at one time or another: convincing himself there was a perfectly reasonable explanation for feeling off. He was working hard, drinking caffeine and raising four kids. A racing heart fit easily into the story he was already telling himself. Jamie noticed something different and pushed him to check. Then the watch gave Joseph a result he could no longer comfortably ignore. That combination ultimately got him through the doors of an emergency room. No smartwatch can tell you that you are healthy, and a reassuring reading should never override symptoms that concern you. Samsung makes that limitation clear. But Joseph's experience shows why the information these devices collect can be useful when it prompts someone to pay closer attention and talk to a healthcare professional. There is also a powerful family piece to his story. What doctors discovered led to new screening concerns for Joseph's siblings and, eventually, his children. A health scare that started with a 30-second reading on his wrist may now give other members of his family an opportunity to ask questions earlier. If your smartwatch warned you about a possible health problem but you felt fine, would you head to the doctor or be tempted to dismiss the alert? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac23fc975342cf4db8bdc0d Bet365 Bonus Code: Get $200 in Bonuses for Any Week 4 NFL Game te 2026-10-04T12:00:09.093Z Bet365 Bonus Code: Get $200 in Bonuses for Any Week 4 NFL Game The NFL normally dominates the television screen on Sunday, but its reach is even longer today as the first kickoff starts at 9:30 AM ET, and the final kickoff is 8:20 PM ET. With a full day of football, bet365 is offering new users a chance to get $200 in bonuses to bet on any Week 4 game. If you’re going to watch football all day, you might as well take a shot at wagering on the first one and use the winning bet to place one on the next set of games. In order to do that, you’ll need to know about this matchup between the Colts and Commanders that starts at 9:30 AM ET in London.  The Colts come into this contest off of a win, the first of their season. Although their record is just 1-2, the Colts have been at least competitive in their first three games. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac23b1775342cf4db8bdb51 Exclusive: Trump envoy blasts South Africa over hateful ‘kill' chant, says country is drifting toward US foes te 2026-10-04T11:40:07.763Z Exclusive: Trump envoy blasts South Africa over hateful ‘kill' chant, says country is drifting toward US foes JOHANNESBURG: The U.S. ambassador to South Africa has hit out at the country’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, telling Fox News Digital, "You've got a president of South Africa who refuses to condemn an incitement to kill."  Ambassador L. Brent Bozell III was responding strongly, in an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, to being summoned this past week to South Africa’s foreign ministry and criticized for ‘undiplomatic conduct."  This is the third time the ambassador has received a démarche — a diplomatic rebuke — from Pretoria in the nine months since he arrived here. The ambassador has been slammed by South Africa for relaying President Trump’s condemnation of South African policies and statements. Bozell is a former Fox News contributor and founder of the largest conservative media watchdog, the Media Research Center. TRUMP ADMIN IMPOSES NEW VISA RESTRICTIONS OVER ALLEGED RACIAL DISCRIMINATION, LAND SEIZURES IN SOUTH AFRICA He has repeatedly pushed for issues brought up by President Trump in a testy confrontation in the Oval Office with South Africa’s President Ramaphosa 16 months ago to be addressed. Among other points, these include alleged race-based discrimination, allegations of murder and torture of farmers, plans for uncompensated land seizures and the incitement of violence against minority groups. The ambassador said three of the five specific ‘asks’ the Trump administration wants have been ignored by South Africa. High up the list of ‘asks’ is President Trump’s demand that President Ramaphosa stops people in South Africa from shouting "Kill the Boer! Kill the farmer!" A Boer is a white man, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. It defines it as "a South African of Dutch or Huguenot descent". Ramaphosa has claimed he can’t stop people chanting this slogan because it’s been cleared for use by the country’s supreme court. Bozell told Fox News Digital, "You've got a president of South Africa who refuses to condemn an incitement to kill." SOUTH AFRICA’S ILLEGAL MIGRATION BACKLASH MIRRORS POLITICAL BATTLES ACROSS THE WEST He added, "You've got a government that has said it's not going to do any more for the Afrikaner rural community, and it's got a government that's saying no, your mining has to go through race-based programs. We're not going to allow your investments to go the way everyone else has been allowed to go". "Those were three strikes and you're out as far as we were concerned," Bozell said. "Ask 100% of the world if "kill the farmer!, kill the Boer" isn’t hate speech," he continued. "If that isn't hate speech, I don't know what hate speech is: inciting people to commit murder. So the answer we've gotten is, well, the court said it isn't. To which our response is look, in the United States, the president can disagree with the court and does about every five minutes because that's what you do in a democracy when you disagree with something." TRUMP GETS MAJOR WIN AGAINST CHINA IN AFRICAN RARE EARTH MINERALS RACE Bozell added, "So, to say, well, you can't do it because the court said it's not, you know, that's poppycock. If President Ramaphosa, if he wants to, he can do it. It's just as simple as that." The ambassador pushed hard on the point, saying "How hard is it to say this chant, where some, where people do it, 50,000 people in the stadium jump up and down, pantomiming guns, shooting people, how hard is it to say, stop it? This is awful that anybody would be inciting people to kill." South Africa, analysts say, is drawing ever closer to Iran, Russia, China even Cuba. The African National Congress, the ANC, the party which rules the country in the so-called ‘government of national unity’, has hosted the terror group Hamas. This is very much on the administration’s radar. President Trump met with Bozell in Washington again recently, with the ambassador telling Fox News Digital the president’s thinking "perhaps most of all, he's concerned about how South Africa has been systematically leaving the non-alignment space and moving closer and closer to our adversaries." Referring to South Africa, the ambassador added, "There are people who are living in the glory days of the Soviet Union, and they want to go back to the good old days of communism. Why are they still working with Cuba?" Digging deeper, Bozell asked, "Why are they working with Iran and Hamas terror organizations? What's Russia doing for them? What's China doing for them? This is bad news when they're going in that direction. What we're saying is simply do what you've always done. Have a non-aligned with both sides. We'll live with that." US COUNTERS CHINA AS BEIJING’S ‘SHOCK WAVE’ HITS AFRICAN ECONOMIES The ambassador stressed that the U.S. wants to make dynamic business with South Africa on mining, particularly on critical or rare earth minerals. He stated, "We're not going to do what the Chinese do. They come in, they take the ore, they take it to China, they benefit [from] it and they make a pile of money. We're saying to South Africa, we'll come in, we'll do the mining, we'll do it right there in South Africa." He continued,"South Africa gets the money, not the Chinese. We bring in the technology that they could never have. We've created hundreds of thousands of jobs. We're saying we could create more and more and more at a time when they desperately need it, but it will be good for us as well. This is the partnership we want." Elon Musk and his Starlink satellite internet company are one of many U.S. companies which want to enter South Africa. But in the telecommunications and mining fields, the government insists that 30% of foreign company ownership must be given to black local entrepreneurs. Bozell says this is problematical for the U.S. "There are literally billions of dollars from American firms and American government investments ready to go into mining, but it's not going to go there so long as you have these race-based avenues they must go through. In telecom, Elon Musk has said he will put Starlink in 500 schools and pay for it in perpetuity if he's allowed to go this way. And they said, "No, we want 30% of your company. So yeah, of course it's hurting." On Friday, a senior official at South Africa’s Department of International Relations – the country’s foreign ministry – confirmed to Fox News Digital that they demarched Ambassador Bozell for a third time, adding, "This is a record. He was called in to explain his undiplomatic conduct. The issues related to the bilateral relations between the two countries are a subject of ongoing discussions. There is commitment from both sides to resolve the outstanding matters. South Africa values the relationship with the USA. It is a mutually beneficial partnership". Also, Friday, a State Department spokesperson told Fox News Digital, "We are not interested in diplomatic maneuvering, procedural delays, or dialogue for dialogue’s sake. The ball is now squarely in the Government of South Africa’s court to outline the relationship it wants with the United States and respond accordingly to President Trump’s executive order." Still, Bozell looks to the future of the U.S. - South Africa relationship with guarded optimism. "Look, temperatures can go up, but I want their temperature to go down too. You know, we want this partnership. We want to figure this out. It's good for South Africa. It's good for the United States of America. Temperatures need to go down, and we got to figure it out." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2366975342cf4db8bdaeb Iran could move shadow war in a dangerous direction, experts warn on back of two possible terror attacks te 2026-10-04T11:20:09.083Z Iran could move shadow war in a dangerous direction, experts warn on back of two possible terror attacks The FlyDubai stabbing is contributing to concerns that Iran could increase covert and deniable attacks as the conflict with the United States and Israel drags on. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, meanwhile, said there are "strong indications" Iran played a role in a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford, the British air base used by U.S. forces during operations against Iran. Counterterrorism police have since arrested a dual UK-Iranian national on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts. The two suspected attacks are raising questions over whether Iran's war strategy is shifting, but experts caution not to treat the incidents as equally indicative of Iranian involvement — or evidence yet that Tehran has changed its tactics. FLYDUBAI PILOT SHOWED WORLD 'THE HIGHEST FORM OF COURAGE,' INDIA'S PM SAYS President Donald Trump said early information he has received points to a possible Iranian connection to the attack aboard an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight, where a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and attempted to crash the aircraft with more than 180 people aboard. The United Arab Emirates and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have described the FlyDubai incident as terrorism, but UAE authorities have not publicly attributed the attack to Iran. Neither investigation has publicly established that the Iranian government directed the attacks, and Iran has denied involvement in the Fairford case. Daniel Byman, director of the Warfare, Irregular Threats and Terrorism Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said the Fairford case fits more closely with Iran's recent use of hired operatives and other intermediaries. "The attack on the airbase in the United Kingdom does fit more recent patterns," Byman told Fox News Digital, while stressing how much remains unknown about the investigation. RUBIO CONFIRMS 'FOREIGN ACTOR' INVOLVED IN UK TERROR PLOT The FlyDubai attack would be a more significant departure. "That is quite different, and that is something that Iran in the past, at least we haven't seen Iran do," Byman said. "It is plausible to me that Iran is involved, but that seems like much more of a stretch based on Iran's traditional way of operating." But the uncertainty surrounding the attacks also illustrates part of the appeal of the broader strategy Iran has spent decades developing: using proxies, covert operatives, criminal networks and other intermediaries to threaten adversaries far beyond its borders while making Tehran's own role more difficult to establish. Matthew Levitt, a former Treasury and FBI counterterrorism official who now directs the Reinhard Program on Counterterrorism and Intelligence at the Washington Institute, said Iran has increasingly sought to put more distance between itself and the people carrying out overseas operations. "Typically Iran does not admit that it's involved in these types of attacks because it wants reasonable deniability," Levitt said. "There are several advantages for Iran to using terrorism," Byman said. "One is that there is often a degree of deniability." "Terrorism gives Iran a lot more reach," he added. Levitt, however, put the distinction with conventional warfare more bluntly. "If Iran shoots a drone or a missile at you, you know where it came from and you know where to shoot back," he said. "But if Iran uses proxies, and recruits people and does things in a covert manner, it might not be so easy to point a finger back at Iran or to know exactly who did it." That capability matters in part because Iran does not have the conventional military strength to match the United States and its allies directly, Levitt said. "They just don't have the capability to fight soldier to soldier, airplane to airplane in an all-out kinetic war, but they're extremely effective at asymmetric warfare, at covert terrorist activity, if that's what this proves to be," he said. UK AIRBASE TERROR SUSPECTS BEING RELEASED ON BAIL AS IRAN DENIES CONNECTION Recent U.S. prosecutions have shown how far that playbook can extend. Federal cases have accused Iranian operatives of seeking to recruit hitmen to kill U.S. officials and using Eastern European organized crime figures in a murder-for-hire plot targeting Iranian-American journalist and dissident Masih Alinejad in New York. Those operations relied on the same basic advantage: Tehran could pursue targets overseas without launching a conventional attack that immediately identified Iran as the aggressor. The question now is whether the current conflict gives Iran reason to push that strategy further. Levitt said Tehran could pursue overseas plots in an effort to pressure Western governments to end the conflict by demonstrating that Iran can impose costs far beyond the conventional battlefield. And if Fairford and FlyDubai are ultimately tied to Tehran, he said, they would stand out because they involve harder targets and potentially more ambitious tactics than the assassinations, kidnappings, shootings and smaller-scale bombings Iran has more commonly pursued overseas. "Perhaps this is the new normal, and Iran wants to demonstrate that it can exact a higher cost," Levitt said. Byman, however, pointed to several reasons Tehran could exercise restraint. Iran already has other ways to pressure Washington and its allies, while a terrorist attack against Americans could backfire by uniting U.S. public opinion behind further escalation against Tehran, he said. U.S. and Israeli strikes against senior Iranian intelligence and security officials may also have disrupted some of the networks Tehran would need for overseas operations. "If Iran wants to go further, then terrorism does become more of an option," Byman said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2366875342cf4db8bdae2 Mold could be lurking in your coffee maker as expert reveals 5 ways to keep it clean te 2026-10-04T11:20:08.431Z Mold could be lurking in your coffee maker as expert reveals 5 ways to keep it clean Brewing a cup of morning coffee is an essential part of most Americans’ routines — but cleaning the coffee maker isn’t, a lot of the time. Recent reports and viral social media posts have highlighted the potential for mold and bacteria to build up inside home coffee makers — while beans marketed as tested for mold have left some drinkers wondering what may be lurking beyond the carafe. But Heather Perry, the California-based CEO of Klatch Coffee and a two-time U.S. Barista Champion, said there is little reason for most home brewers to panic. COFFEE LOVERS CAN TAKE HEART: UP TO 5 CUPS A DAY APPEARS SAFE FOR MOST ADULTS, EXPERTS SAY She said a few simple steps can ensure a better cup. "Coffee equipment cleanliness has way more importance when it comes to the flavor and the way it impacts it than [as] a true safety issue," Perry told Fox News Digital. "Coffee is totally fine to be type B about." She debunked common coffee fears and shared five tips for a better brew. Recent warnings have made coffee-cleaning and sourcing issues sound more alarming than they need to be, said Perry.  COFFEE EXPERT WARNS ONE LAZY HABIT CAN TURN YOUR SINGLE-SERVE MACHINE INTO A GERM TRAP "You do not at all need to be worried at home about mold and bacteria," Perry told Fox News Digital. "It is incredibly low on the list of things to worry about, in my opinion, when it comes to coffee equipment." As for coffee being branded as "tested for mold," Perry had a blunt assessment.  "That is 100% a marketing thing," she said.  The part you should be most worried about cleaning is the pot, Perry said — which can throw off the taste of your cup.  "Once that’s in your pot, you’re gonna taste that in your cups," she said. 'HOTEL VIBES' COFFEE HACK RAISES EYEBROWS AS EXPERTS WARN OF SLEEP QUALITY RISKS Coffee stains can especially build up in insulated carafes that can't be seen.  "Those thermos pots are where I think we find a lot of coffee stains are staying, and that will absolutely begin to affect the flavor of that coffee," Perry added. For homes with hard water, mineral buildup can gradually affect the machine's performance and, ultimately, the taste of home-brewed coffee.  Perry suggested using faucets and showerheads as an easy visual cue. When they need cleaning, your coffee maker probably does, too. "Whatever you see in your sink faucets, your showerheads — that’s what’s happening with your coffee brewer," she said. LOOKING FOR BETTER COFFEE? HUNDREDS OF CHEFS AND SOMMELIERS SAY THESE ARE THE WORLD'S BEST The easiest way to limit that is to make sure you’re starting with good water, she added.  She recommended water filtered at home or, in areas with particularly hard tap water, bottled water, and she cautioned against distilled or reverse-osmosis water, which lacks the minerals that help flavor coffee. Since "coffee [is] 98% water, you want good water, and you want it to have enough minerals because that’s what the coffee flavor sticks to," she said. If you're grinding your own beans, the grinder doesn't need constant deep cleaning, but Perry does recommend checking the hopper and grounds area for an oily film.  "I would absolutely make sure you’re wiping that out with a dry paper towel. Get the coffee oils off of it," she said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER A smell should also tip you off.  "It’s not that fresh coffee smell, it’s that old coffee smell," she said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Perry added, "If you start to see coffee oils forming, the longer they stay, the harder they are to get off." The fridge is not the best spot to keep coffee grounds because they can absorb moisture and surrounding odors, according to Perry.  "Your freezer is actually a better preservative," she said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES But even that might not be necessary. "Leave the one bag out that you’re using right now. As long as you’re consuming it within a month, it’s going to be fine," she said. Perry said the most important factors are the coffee itself and the water.  She summed it up this way: "Start with really good ingredients … Coffee and water are absolutely going to be your two biggest starting points." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2366775342cf4db8bdad9 South Carolina birthday girls’ trip allegedly turns deadly at the hands of bartender, friend says te 2026-10-04T11:20:07.723Z South Carolina birthday girls’ trip allegedly turns deadly at the hands of bartender, friend says A long-awaited getaway for two best friends celebrating birthdays together ended in tragedy when a bartender allegedly shoved a woman down stairs, leaving her fatally injured outside a South Carolina beachside bar. Mary Lopez Hunt, 68, has been charged with voluntary manslaughter and assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, according to Colleton County court records. Ruth Peterson recalled the painful memory to Fox News Digital on Oct. 1, 2026, just two days before the one-year mark of her friend’s death. Peterson had just left to get their car, as her friend, 62-year-old Minnesota resident Joyce Tomlinson, went to settle their tab at Coot’s Bar & Grill on Edisto Island at about 11 p.m. on Oct. 3, 2025. SEND US A TIP Hearing her friend’s voice, Peterson turned at the bottom of the stairs and looked up, she said. At the top of the stairs, she saw Tomlinson — a woman she described as meek and friendly — exchange words briefly with another woman behind her. She couldn’t hear what was said. "Next thing I know, Joyce had turned around to head back down [the stairs], and this woman runs at her, and with both hands just pushes her, and she just sailed," Peterson said, stifling tears. "She didn't fall down the steps. She didn't roll down the steps…She didn't touch the steps." "She went head first and landed on this concrete slab." Peterson rushed to her friend and couldn’t find a pulse, she said. Tomlinson began bleeding from her mouth and ears, she said. "I knew it was bad." Hunt told authorities that Tomlinson was belligerent and yelled at bartenders before she was asked to leave, records show. She alleges that Tomlinson fell down the stairs. Authorities arrived at the bar and found Tomlinson lying on the pavement at the bottom of the stairs, according to a heavily redacted report. GOT A TIP? Tomlinson was flown to a hospital by helicopter and she died a little more than three weeks later. Tomlinson was an "itty-bitty, tiny" woman with a "meek and mild" personality, Peterson said. She can’t believe the legal aide who helped people resolve financial issues would start a fight, she said. Tomlinson and Peterson had been friends for 50 years, Peterson said. As young girls in Minnesota, they loved to roller skate together. And as they grew older and started families of their own, their children grew up playing together, too. Eventually, they moved away from each other but remained close friends. For years, they’d discussed meeting to celebrate their 60th birthdays together. But "life got in the way," Peterson said. Then in 2025, Tomlinson called and said she was coming to visit in October so they could celebrate their birthdays together, Peterson remembered. When they checked into their rented condo in Edisto Beach, South Carolina, an employee recommended Coot’s Bar & Grill, she said. They sat at the bar and each had two drinks, Peterson said. When a solo performer began playing music, the two women stood up and danced. Then the bar became crowded, so they decided to leave and catch up at the condo, Peterson said. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Tomlinson went to pay the bill. Peterson went for the car. "I left the bar and walked down the steps, the same steps that we came up [to go] in. I turned around to see how far behind me she was … and that's when I saw her standing at the top of the steps." Moments later, her friend was unconscious. They never spoke again. Tomlinson’s friends and family still are trying to piece together how the fight could turned violent so quickly, Peterson said. At her funeral, friends and family remembered Tomlinson as "a loving mom" and "a trustworthy friend," Peterson wrote in a eulogy read at the funeral. She wasn’t married but did leave behind a son. "It's just been very surreal," Peterson said. "It's very hard to believe that she's gone and that somebody would do that to another person." Hunt was released on $100,000 bond for each of her charges. Later, bond was revoked and she was taken back into custody in the Colleton County Jail in Walterboro, South Carolina. It was not immediately clear why her bond was revoked. Fox News Digital reached out to Coot’s Bar & Grill for comment. Hunt's attorney could not be reached. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2366775342cf4db8bdad0 New book on Elon Musk examines the billionaire’s mind, motivation and making life multi-planetary te 2026-10-04T11:20:07.060Z New book on Elon Musk examines the billionaire’s mind, motivation and making life multi-planetary While fear of artificial intelligence and modern technology grows over concerns about job displacement, misinformation and safety, the author behind "The Book of Elon: A Guide to Purpose and Success" credits Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk’s curiosity and contrarianism with helping him tackle new frontiers in engineering and automation. Author Eric Jorgenson sat down with Fox News Digital to discuss Musk's unique worldview, his work ethic and how Jorgenson believes the former senior adviser to the president is driven more by mission than money. Musk was recently tapped by War Secretary Pete Hegseth to help the Pentagon determine which weapons and technologies American troops will need to fight future wars. AMERICA DIDN’T GIVE ELON MUSK A TRILLION DOLLARS. HE EARNED EVERY PENNY "He's driven by this bigger mission of understanding more about the universe, of building new things that help us reach new frontiers, new places and continue to expand and protect humanity," Jorgenson said, noting Musk’s building of two trillion-dollar companies in the last 25 years and how he takes a longer-range perspective when it comes to financial returns and decision-making. "All of his projects are really fueled by his fundamental worldview, what he calls the philosophy of curiosity. He believes that all these answers are out in the universe, and we're just sort of surrounded by mysteries, and science and engineering and technological progress is this method of understanding and learning more about the universe," Jorgenson said. "…If you see his life's work through that lens, it starts to make a lot more sense." In the book, which Jorgenson said he worked on for years, the author focuses on "collecting the wisdom of titans of tech." He also examines Musk's five-step engineering process, known as "the algorithm," and how Tesla and SpaceX apply it to their work. JENSEN HUANG SAYS AI WILL RESHAPE WORK LIKE THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION AND THE US 'SHOULD ABSOLUTELY LEAD' He also writes about how Musk started XAI, which he describes as "truth-seeking AI," and how that has merged with SpaceXAI. Jorgenson also points to how unique the 55-year-old Musk is among other billionaire entrepreneurs and innovators. "One of the most interesting things that I discovered is that these ideas that Elon's had, his notions about making life multi-planetary, about electric cars, about autonomous cars, started when he was in college. He's had these ideas since he was very young," Jorgenson said, noting that now, in his 50s, Musk continues to build companies. Mixed in with the anecdotes about Musk, Jorgenson notes how intense and hardworking he is, as well as the speed with which he makes decisions and changes strategy. "If you think about the arc of Jeff Bezos' career after leaving Amazon, he sort of much more passively pursued space, whereas Elon is sort of moving into the factory. He's continuing to double down," Jorgenson said, noting that Musk isn’t necessarily influenced by modern leaders. ANTHROPIC CEO CALLS ON AI INDUSTRY TO SLOW DOWN TECH RACE, DRAWING SUPPORT FROM ELON MUSK, SAM ALTMAN "It's sort of the history of... military leadership, you know, and the sort of robber baron era. Like, he looks to them as examples, and I feel like that's why he feels a little bit unique in our era. He leads a company like Napoleon led an army." For his part, Jorgenson wants younger generations to take note. "My mission for this book is to create one million Musks. So I look to the future and I think how incredible the world would be in 30 or 50 years if we had a million people solving the scale of problems that he's solving. And I think that's completely doable," Jorgenson said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2285a75342cf4db8bd75e Lynette Hooker case far from ‘put to rest’ 6 months later as feds quietly reconstruct scene: former FBI agent te 2026-10-04T10:20:10.420Z Lynette Hooker case far from ‘put to rest’ 6 months later as feds quietly reconstruct scene: former FBI agent "It is not something that has been put to rest," said Nicole Parker, a Fox News contributor and former FBI special agent. She addressed a case that has captivated America and has people asking, "Where is Lynette Hooker?" It's been six months since the 55-year-old Michigan mother vanished while on a sailing vacation with her husband in the Bahamas. LYNETTE HOOKER MISSING IN BAHAMAS: TIMELINE OF MICHIGAN WOMAN’S DISAPPEARANCE, HUSBAND’S ARREST No one has seen nor heard from Hooker since April 4. According to her husband, Brian, she "went overboard" from a dinghy in Hope Town after the couple went out for drinks that evening. They were making their way back to their sailboat "Soulmate," he told investigators. HUSBAND OF MISSING AMERICAN WOMAN RETURNS TO US AFTER BAHAMAS JAIL RELEASE, SOURCE SAYS He was initially detained, questioned and then released by Bahamian authorities. He has not been charged with any crime or accused of wrongdoing. "Just because the public doesn’t exactly see what’s happening, doesn’t mean that it’s not happening behind the scenes," Parker said. INVESTIGATORS TO COMB BRIAN AND LYNETTE HOOKER’S SAILBOAT AND NEW SEARCH ZONE IN BAHAMAS DISAPPEARANCE The U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service continues to actively investigate the case; the agency seized "Soulmate" in May. 📩 Send me a story idea: kelsie.cairns@fox.com 📸 Instagram: kelsiecairns_tv 🎥 Facebook: Kelsie Cairns They also sent a team of divers to search for any trace of Lynette at the beginning of June. Agents returned to the U.S. with the Hookers' dinghy that was sent to a forensics lab for testing. WATCH: COAST GUARD VIDEO REVEALS SEIZURE OF BRIAN HOOKER'S SAILBOAT AFTER WIFE'S BAHAMAS DISAPPEARANCE "Certain pieces of evidence were sent to the FBI lab and to Quantico for investigation, for them to analyze it, and that takes time," Parker said. She went on to say, "They're trying to reconstruct a potential crime scene that occurred in the waters." FEDS COULD BRING CHARGES IN BAHAMAS DISAPPEARANCE CASE WITHOUT EVER FINDING BODY, EXPERT SAYS Parker was the FBI's Crimes on the High Seas Coordinator and said she knows firsthand how frustrating the slow-moving investigative process can be. "There were times when even I myself as an investigator, I wanted things to move more quickly. I wanted results, I want it to happen, but these types of cases, they do take time," she said. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Lynette's mother, Darlene Hamlett, came forward in July and said publicly she believes her daughter made it back to "Soulmate" before she vanished. "She made it back to the boat, and there was foul play," Hamlett told Fox News Digital. She did not elaborate on how she reached that conclusion but said she has been limited by the Coast Guard in what she can publicly discuss. BRIAN HOOKER’S STEPMOM WANTS TO HELP INVESTIGATORS AS SHE SUSPECTS HE ‘LIED ABOUT EVERYTHING’: REPORTS "Remember, there was no one else on the water with them," Parker said. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS She said the limited release of information "doesn't mean that there isn't work going on behind the scenes," she said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB As the search for any clues in Lynette's case continues, Parker said investigators are working around the clock. SEND US A TIP "They're doing everything that they can to bring answers. At the end of the day, that's what Lynette deserves." GOT A TIP? Brian appears to be living a peaceful and quiet life staying at his mother's home in Citrus Heights, California – northeast of Sacramento. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Fox News Digital spotted Hooker walking dogs, chatting with neighbors, making trips to a local pharmacy, and even collecting neighbors' trash items up and down the street. LYNETTE HOOKER’S HUSBAND BRIAN RUMMAGES THROUGH TRASH ON CALIFORNIA STREETS MONTHS AFTER WIFE’S DISAPPEARANCE GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL He has not made any recent public statements about his wife's disappearance. Fox News Digital has reached out to Brian Hooker's attorney for comment. The FBI and Coast Guard declined to comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2285975342cf4db8bd755 Southern Baptist president calls on pastors to 'step up' ahead of midterm elections te 2026-10-04T10:20:09.702Z Southern Baptist president calls on pastors to 'step up' ahead of midterm elections Southern Baptist Convention President and Pastor Willy Rice called on pastors across the country to "step up" into the political process as midterm elections near. While some Christian leaders advise against wading into politics from the pulpit, Rice argues pastors have long played a key role in American politics. Members of the theological and political left have shown no hesitance to mix religion with their politics and evangelicals should not either, he says. DETROIT PASTOR SAYS PROGRESSIVE CANDIDATES ARE TRYING TO 'VIRTUE-SIGNAL' TO CHRISTIAN VOTERS "Should pastors engage in the political process? They absolutely should. Because there are many political issues that are, at their heart, theological issues and moral issues that strike at the very center of what we believe to be true and what we believe people need to know in order to flourish personally and as a culture." "I think the pastors need to step up. I think throughout American history, pastors have had a strong voice at key moments in American political history," Rice said. 'JESUS WAS A RADICAL': PROGRESSIVES INVOKE CHRIST TO SELL LEFT-WING AGENDA ON CAMPAIGN TRAIL Rice lamented that many Christians have been encouraged in recent decades, from both external and internal forces, to "be more quiet" and "withdraw from the political process." "Now, the interesting thing is that those on the theological and political left did not [withdraw], and they had no intention of doing so. And in fact, statistics show that people on the political and theological left are actually more politically engaged than those on the right," Rice said. "So what you had was, for a period of time, I felt like you had an almost a vacuum that kind of developed, a silence that was there with a lack of Christian leaders leaning in." PRO-LIFE GROUP RAMPS UP NC GROUND GAME AS REPORT FINDS FED ABORTION MESSAGE GIVES GOP CANDIDATE BIGGEST BOOST Rice highlighted abortion, the definition of marriage, gender identity and immigration as issues where Christians should feel compelled to vote in a certain way. "These issues are deeply, profoundly theological issues. They go back to the creation; they go back to Genesis 1 and 2. They go back to our understanding of what it means to be a human being, and our understanding of what God's creative purpose is for us as human beings," he said. BIDEN ADMINISTRATION FORCED A FALSE CHOICE ON AMERICANS ABOUT IMMIGRATION Rice argued that Christians also face "manipulative" arguments when it comes to immigration. He admits that the immigration issue does present a "challenge" for Christians but argues there is nothing wrong with enforcing America's laws. "There is a value of compassion, a value of wanting to care for the least of these people who are poor and oppressed and wanting to help," Rice said, noting that Christians do more of that charity than any other group in the U.S. FEDERAL APPEALS COURT COMPARES TRUMP MIGRANT DETENTION POLICY TO JAPANESE AMERICAN INTERNMENT "But there is also the importance of the rule of law," he continued. "The protection of people who are in this country. And what you've had is sometimes a very cynical use by some people in power of trying to manipulate Christians by saying, since you must demonstrate compassion, therefore you must embrace open immigration, or you must not insist on the enforcement of the the immigration laws." "That is very, very manipulative. No one would say that because you love people or care for people, you should leave the doors of your house unlocked, or you should open up the jail cells in your own community," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2285975342cf4db8bd74c Supreme Court kicks off new term with fresh questions over its legitimacy and its future te 2026-10-04T10:20:09.060Z Supreme Court kicks off new term with fresh questions over its legitimacy and its future The Supreme Court begins its new term Monday, with renewed public and political concern over their recent rulings, the justices' personal safety and even their future makeup. Chief Justice John Roberts, surrounded by his eight colleagues, will call the court into public session precisely at 10 a.m. EDT with a pair of scheduled oral arguments. Their first case from the bench will be a major one: a federal-state environmental dispute over holding oil and gas companies liable for climate change harms. Other high-profile appeals are already on the argument docket: NEWSOM PROMISES NEW LEGAL FIGHT AFTER TRUMP GETS SUPREME COURT VICTORY ON MAIL-IN VOTING But the Supreme Court under Roberts' leadership continues to struggle against negative public attitudes over their reputation as a non-political actor upholding the law and Constitution. "The chief justice is in a tough position in that he is an institutionalist and a traditionalist at a time in our nation's history where a lot of institutions and traditions have come under pressure like they haven't in a long time," said Thomas Dupree, a leading appellate attorney and former top Justice Department official. "And so in many ways, he is trying to kind of buck a lot of the tide right now by really insisting and hewing to these traditions of the institutions that have governed Washington for a long time." The new term will feature more constitutional disputes over the power of the executive, with current or anticipated fights over immigration, federal bureaucracy reforms and possibly the White House ballroom and Kennedy Center construction projects. And if recent history is any predictor, the justices are likely to offer a mixed, nuanced series of rulings both for and against President Donald Trump's ambitious agenda. The last term saw him and his allies lose over sweeping reciprocal tariffs, birthright citizenship and removal of Federal Reserve governors; but prevail on various immigration policies, mid-decade redistricting and political gerrymandering, and federal campaign spending. For the most part, the 6-3 conservative majority has greenlighted the administration's power, especially in a series of preliminary decisions from its so-called "shadow docket" that allow Trump to move ahead – for now – on a range of issues. The Trump Justice Department has won over 70-percent of its emergency cases before the Supreme Court since 2025 – applications that ask a challenged executive policy be enforced temporarily, while the larger issues are further litigated in the lower courts. Those included new federal rules for verifying a voter's citizenship status ahead of the November midterms; and approval for continued construction of the ballroom. Decisions in Trump's second term have him and Republican lawmakers sharply criticizing their judicial losses on one hand, and Democratic leaders sounding the alarm when their side does not prevail. The judiciary has always weathered such criticism, but the personal tone of the attacks has only increased, as have the calls for sweeping accountability. Those on the right have demanded impeaching federal judges who block White House policies, while those on the left have renewed calls for drastic changes to the court's structure. The president himself amped up the tensions dramatically, after losing a key decision over federal efforts to restrict mail ballots for the midterm elections. In a wild Truth Social post, he took aim at the three members he appointed to the bench – Justices Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett. "These are not the people I interviewed to serve on the United States Supreme Court, they are merely a shell of their original selves," wrote Trump after the September 14 ruling, adding, "The Court’s inability and unwillingness to do the right thing for our Country will go down, in a very negative way, in the annals of History." Those on the left have their own beefs. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries told the National Association of Black Journalists that "dramatic Supreme Court reform is necessary...there's a variety of different options that are on the table and I think that we can't foreclose any single one of them." As the midterms approach, angry and energized Democrats hoping to take control of the House and maybe the Senate have tried to rally the base during the midterm races. Among their proposals are renewed calls for 18-year term limits for the justices, expanding the number on the bench to 13 or more from the current nine and an independently-enforced code of ethics. All this has added to increasing public perception the high court is motivated by something other than its constitutional obligations. A Washington Post/Ipsos poll in July found 46-percent of Americans think the justices rule on Trump administration policies based on their political views, while just 25 percent see the court as ruling based on the law. Gallup's July poll showed the Supreme Court's job approval slumped to a record low of 33 percent and a record high 61-percent disapproval, driven by a steep drop in Republicans' backing of the court since last year. And the most-recent Fox News survey revealed a 38-percent public job approval for the court, and a record high 45-percent believing the justices are too conservative. That was up from 34-percent in 2022, and a low of 16-percent in 2015 and 2010. Numbers aside, the amplified partisan rhetoric is having real-world consequences. Several federal judges have told Fox News that budget shortfalls have compromised their physical security, at a time when they say threats against members of the bench have become more concerning. The U-S Marshals report 370 threats made to federal judges as of July 1, a 31-percent year-over-year increase. "Extraordinary safety measures" have been taken in some cases by federal law enforcement, one federal judge told Fox News, without offering details. While "criticism is fair game, intimidation is a different thing entirely," Justice Elena Kagan told a congressional panel in July. "When political figures of any stripe are trying to intimidate judges and justices to do things that they like rather than the things that they don't, that's where we really have crossed a line." Justice Barrett told the same House committee, "The threat level is really high." On at least one occasion, she has had to wear a bulletproof vest away from the court, and was a victim of a swatting incident over the summer at her home. TRUMP'S WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM CONSTRUCTION GETS ANOTHER LIFELINE FROM SCOTUS AMID HEATED LEGAL FIGHT The job of managing the court's docket falls to Roberts, who has faced bipartisan criticism for perceived partisanship. Appointed by a Republican president, he more than any conservative on this current bench has been willing to rule against Trump and his Republican supporters. That mixed record has been especially acute in recent days, where his influence was apparent in a series of decisions on midterm election matters, separately favoring both political parties. That includes fights over congressional redistricting, mail ballots, a DHS database for voter eligibility and campaign ad spending. More such emergency disputes are expected to reach the high court in coming weeks, pre- and post-election. His colleagues have come to the chief justices' defense. "I don't see this as a court that is just like: We're just going to rubber stamp what the current administration does. You know, quite the opposite," Kagan said at a judicial conference in July. "I think that that is a bad rap." Roberts himself in May defended the court against accusations of partisanship. "We’re not simply part of the political process, and there's a reason for that, and I'm not sure that people grasp that as much as is appropriate," he said at a judicial conference. The Court's new term will continue to be defined by various Trump executive actions being challenged by progressive states and private groups. That includes pending appeals over transgenders in the military, tariffs, private data access and federal agency cuts. Other upcoming challenges include mandated Ten Commandments displays in public schools, free speech fights and abortion access. Much of what the court decides to tackle will likely turn on whether Democrats can gain control Congress after November, and their ability to legislatively tame Trump's aggressive assertion of presidential power. "This term is once again, set to deliver us a series of decisions concerning some of the most fundamental aspects of our government, including the relationship among the three branches of our federal government, and the relationships between the federal government and the states," said legal analyst Dupree. "I think we're also going to see in the near future a lot of election-related cases about the right to vote, how you protect it, and how we ensure the integrity of our election. So this is a term that promises a lot of big decisions and frankly, something for everyone." TRUMP BLASTS SUPREME COURT 'DISASTER' AFTER JUSTICES RULE AGAINST HIM ON MAIL-IN VOTING Add to that the possibility of a Supreme Court vacancy in coming months, with much of the speculation centered on 76-year-old Justice Samuel Alito. Fox News was the first to report earlier this spring he would stay on for another term that effectively ends in late June, and he plans to be on the bench Monday. This despite public and private pressure from many Republicans – aware they may lose the Senate in November – that he step aside now to give the president a chance to name a fourth member to the court. Sources close to Alito tell Fox News considerations of his future are driven more by personal practicality rather than politics. They say for now he enjoys the work, and feels he is able to serve with commitment and focus. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2285875342cf4db8bd743 American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on protein power and country chart-toppers te 2026-10-04T10:20:08.377Z American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on protein power and country chart-toppers The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including the latest news, events and sights and sounds of the United States. This week's quiz highlights protein power, country chart-toppers — and a lot more. Can you get all 8 questions right? Give it a try and see how you do! CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES To try your hand at more quizzes from Fox News Digital, click here.  And to take our latest News Quiz — published every Friday — click here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac2285775342cf4db8bd73a Latin America’s conservative shift faces its biggest test yet in Brazil election te 2026-10-04T10:20:07.694Z Latin America’s conservative shift faces its biggest test yet in Brazil election SÃO PAULO: As Brazil goes to the polls Sunday, analysts are watching closely to see whether the continent’s most populous nation will be the latest domino to fall into the conservative column, following Colombia, Peru, Chile, and others in voting out the left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Known by his nickname Lula, the 80-year-old, who served time in jail for corruption in a massive payback bribery scandal, barely leads Brazilian senator Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair. Going into Sunday’s first round, neither candidate is expected to win outright. The latest Datafolha poll puts Lula at 42% and Bolsonaro at 38%, with a two-point margin of error. If the election goes to a runoff, it has Lula up by 3%. But the polls have been wrong before. ANTI-CARTEL CANDIDATE 'THE TIGER' CHANNELS TRUMP AND BUKELE IN COLOMBIA ELECTION SHOCKER "The problem with Datafolha, which is the largest polling institute in the country, is that it tends to underestimate the force and voting intention in candidates running against Lula or the Workers Party (PT). This has been consistent for at least over a decade, and it underestimated Jair Bolsonaro’s number on the runoff of 2018 by 7%," Roberto Reis, an electoral strategist working with several candidates across multiple electoral tiers and analyzing aggregator data, told Fox News Digital. "According to the latest aggregator data such as MRT News or Polling Data, we currently have Lula leading Bolsonaro 42% to 39% on the first runoff of the elections with Bolsonaro leading Lula 45% to 44% on the runoff," he added. One Brazil analyst said that the election is about more than just another ideological contest between left and right in Latin America — It is the single major remaining stumbling block in the Western Hemisphere that still hasn’t shifted to conservativism and while there are other left-wing governments in the hemisphere, including Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua and Uruguay, Brazil is by far the largest and most important economy in this group with its status as the 11th largest world economy according to the IMF and the 10th largest world economy according to the World Bank. ‘WAVE OF FREEDOM’ SWEEPS LATIN AMERICA AS TRUMP ALLY TAKES FIGHT TO MARXIST TERROR GROUP Bolsonaro has spent much of the campaign cultivating a relationship with President Donald Trump and presenting himself as a potential U.S. partner in the Western Hemisphere. He met Trump at the White House in May, where the two discussed organized crime, tariffs and Brazil's rare earth and critical mineral reserves — both critical prime-source materials Brazil has plenty of and which could significantly lower U.S. and European dependency on Russia and China. Bolsonaro also said he had asked Washington to designate Brazil's two largest criminal organizations, the First Capital Command (PCC, in its Portuguese acronym) and Red Command (Comando Vermelho, in Portuguese), as terrorist groups. Both designations were accepted by the Department of State on May 28 and became effective in June under section 219 of the Immigration and Naturalization Code. TRUMP ADMIN'S LIST OF US-DESIGNATED 'FOREIGN TERRORIST' GROUPS IN LATIN AMERICA EXPANDS TO 21 The designation by the U.S. government incensed Lula and his allies and was viewed as direct meddling in domestic affairs and a rubber stamp from the Trump administration that the left-wing, populist president has not been doing enough to combat organized crime in his country, directly favoring Bolsonaro’s contest in the elections. Flávio Bolsonaro has also proposed a free-trade agreement between Brazil and the United States, potentially expanding it into a broader free-trade arrangement among countries in the Americas. And his campaign has emphasized cooperation with Washington on critical minerals, an increasingly strategic issue as the Trump administration tries to reduce U.S. dependence on China, as per a current report by Brazil’s leading newspaper, Folha de S. Paulo. That would represent a significant change in emphasis from Lula's foreign policy. China is Brazil's largest trading partner, and Brazilian agricultural exports to China totaled more than $55 billion in 2025, according to Reuters. Lula has defended maintaining strong relations with Beijing while pursuing what he describes as an independent foreign policy that oftentimes borders on aggressiveness towards both the United States and its closest allies, such as Israel. Lula's relationship with Trump has been considerably more complicated. Washington imposed new 25% tariffs on a wide range of Brazilian goods in July, affecting about $7 billion of Brazilian exports, while Lula's government has challenged the measures and sought negotiations with Washington with very limited success so far. Washington has also imposed a ban on most new permanent visa requests coming from Brazil, and that could lead to green cards. TANVI RATNA: LATIN AMERICA'S RIGHT TURN IS REDRAWING THE UNITED STATES' BACKYARD A Bolsonaro presidency would come with stated plans for closer U.S. economic and security cooperation, greater alignment with Israel, a more confrontational posture toward China's influence in Brazil and reduced friction both within the hemisphere and in global affairs. Whether those policies can all be implemented depends on negotiations with Congress, Brazil's powerful bureaucracy, and the country's economic interests — especially the agribusiness and mining powerhouses in the country. A Lula victory would mean continuity in a foreign policy trajectory that seeks strong commercial ties with China while maintaining strategic autonomy from Washington, alongside his government's current position on Israel and Gaza. Both attitudes are in direct defiance of Trump’s policies and could end up damaging U.S.-Brazilian relations even further. With the presidential race effectively heading toward a second round, the stakes for a new version of the Americas for U.S. interests could very much hinge on its outcome. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac21efb75342cf4db8bba2f Consumer Spending Rose In August As Inflation Remained Above Fed Target te 2026-10-04T09:40:11.621Z Consumer Spending Rose In August As Inflation Remained Above Fed Target By Ethan Faverino | American consumer spending increased in August as inflation remained above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target and the personal savings rate declined, according to the latest economic updates released by Congress’ Joint Economic Committee (JEC). The JEC’s August Monthly Expenditures Update reported that the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, a key inflation measure used by the Federal Reserve, increased 0.31% from July to August. Core PCE inflation, which excludes the more volatile food and energy categories, increased 0.25% during August. Over the past year, headline PCE inflation reached 3.42%, remaining above the Federal Reserve’s annual target of 2%. Core PCE inflation registered 3.01% over the same period. Despite continued inflationary pressures, consumer spending increased during August. Inflation-adjusted personal consumption expenditures rose 0.55%, representing an increase of approximately $92.82 billion. Spending on goods accounted for much of the increase, rising 1.33%, or $76.44 billion, while spending on services increased 0.20%, or $22.27 billion. Within the goods category, spending on durable goods rose 1.93%, while spending on nondurable goods increased 1.02%. Several major household expenditure categories also recorded increases during August. Spending on gasoline and other energy goods increased 4.32% from July and 23.55% compared to August 2025. Motor vehicles and parts expenditures rose 2.53% for the month, while transportation services increased 1.66%. Housing and utilities remained one of the largest household spending categories, accounting for approximately $4 trillion in annualized expenditures, an increase of 4.51% from the previous year. Health care expenditures reached approximately $3.86 trillion, representing a 6.76% annual increase. July-Aug, headline PCE inflation was 0.31%. Core PCE inflation, which excludes food & energy prices, was 0.25%. Headline personal income increased 0.24%, or $66.65B, while real disposable personal income/capita increased 0.05%, meaning prices rose faster than after tax income.… — Joint Economic Committee Republicans (@JECRepublicans) September 30, 2026 Meanwhile, the report indicated that Americans saved a smaller portion of their income during August. The personal savings rate declined by 0.5 percentage points to 4.1%, while personal income increased 0.24%, or approximately $66.65 billion. Real disposable personal income per capita declined 0.05%, indicating that inflation-adjusted after-tax income fell slightly during the month. The JEC also released its third estimate of second-quarter gross domestic product (GDP), reporting that the U.S. economy expanded at an annualized inflation-adjusted rate of 2.22%. The latest estimate represents an upward revision of 0.74 percentage points from the previous estimate. Current-dollar GDP increased at an annualized rate of 8.49%, with the annualized dollar value of economic output reaching approximately $32.56 trillion during the second quarter, up $656.8 billion from the first quarter. Consumer spending was a major contributor to economic growth during the quarter, adding approximately 2.5 percentage points to real GDP growth. Nonresidential fixed investment contributed another 1.2 percentage points, while changes in private inventories and net exports reduced overall growth by approximately 0.5 and 1.1 percentage points, respectively. The updated figures show that consumer spending continued to support economic activity during the second quarter and into August, even as inflation remained elevated and households devoted a smaller share of their income to savings. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Consumer Spending Rose In August As Inflation Remained Above Fed Target first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac21ef975342cf4db8bba26 Pima County Attorney Attempts To Free Accused Murderer For Time Served te 2026-10-04T09:40:09.792Z Pima County Attorney Attempts To Free Accused Murderer For Time Served By Staff Reporter | Pima County Attorney Laura Conover attempted to secure a plea deal that would have allowed an accused murderer to walk free based on time served. 65-year-old Blain Beckham is charged with the 2019 murder of 71-year-old Fernando Broyles. Broyles was found deceased in his home by a neighbor, bludgeoned to death by a claw hammer.  A judge rejected the plea deal during a hearing on Monday.  Broyles’ sister Yolanda Broyles-Gonzales called the plea deal “outrageous” in an interview with KVOA and expressed gratitude for the judge’s decision.  “We are grateful that justice is working at this time,” said Broyles-Gonzalez. “It’s not over yet, but at least this outrageous plea deal is off the table.” Broyles had invited Beckham to stay in his home, something Broyles-Gonzales told KVOA that her brother often did for the homeless and those down on their luck. “My brother was a good Samaritan. Take in the stranger, feed the poor, provide shelter for those who were in need of shelter,” said Broyles-Gonzales. “If you see a hardened criminal getting a light sentence for having killed a good Samaritan, I think the rest of the community would think twice before doing good deeds because they say this is what can happen.” Beckham may either accept the judge’s decision on the plea deal or request another judge to reconsider the plea deal at his next hearing scheduled in about two weeks.  Beckham has a lengthy criminal history, including multiple past instances of assault over the past decade and failure to register as a sex offender. Earlier this summer, Conover successfully implemented another controversial plea deal when her office arranged for a nurse charged with sexually abusing a female patient to serve 30 days in jail and three years of probation. 48-year-old Jadd Sarah, former nurse with the Banner Health University Medical Center in Tucson, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a female patient who was incapacitated from seizures in February.  Records reflect that footage shows Sarah entering the patient’s room and sexually abusing her. A probable cause statement said that the patient appeared to have a seizure as Sarah abused her — even then, Sarah did not stop the sexual contact.  Sarah originally faced multiple charges in addition to sexual abuse, including aggravated assault. Altogether, the sentencing range for those charges would have been six months to more than two years in prison. Conover defended the plea deal in a video interview with KOLD, saying that Sarah didn’t sexually abuse the patient so much as commit the sort of “unwanted touching” that might occur in a place like a bar.  “It sounded like a sex assault had occurred, a rape, a molestation — and this was a touching,” said Conover. “I’m not minimizing this, but I think, you know, unfortunately in the world women are living in, I think it’s happening like in every bar across America every night. Like unwanted brief touching. Totally unacceptable, but you can see how if we had taken him to trial and we convicted him, maybe a six-month sentence for improper touching, and then he’s free to go about his life after that.” Conover conceded that Sarah may have faced more time if they had taken the case to trial, but that the plea deal arrangement was better because Sarah would have long-term oversight through the probation process and was made to give up his nursing license. Sarah may reapply for his nursing license in three years, though the county attorney’s office stated that Sarah promised in writing and to a judge that he would never work in the medical field again.  Conover later issued a statement saying that the arrangement of the plea deal ensured “a lifetime of community protection” from Sarah.  “Our highly experienced veteran team of special victims prosecutors ensured that the plea agreement would protect our community from this individual ever serving in the medical profession again,” said Conover. “[W]e traded one month for six months and negotiated a complete withdrawal from the medical field altogether to protect future patients for years to come.” AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Pima County Attorney Attempts To Free Accused Murderer For Time Served first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac21ef775342cf4db8bba1d ASU Student Who Inspired Tempe Police Oversight Board Faces Criminal Charges te 2026-10-04T09:40:07.996Z ASU Student Who Inspired Tempe Police Oversight Board Faces Criminal Charges By Staff Reporter | An Arizona State University (ASU) student who inspired Tempe to create a police oversight board is facing criminal charges for attacking an officer. Tempe police arrested ASU student Eryn Bonner in July after she refused to comply with law enforcement and charged at the officers arresting two males that she knew.  After officers twice pushed Bonner away for refusing to comply with orders to “back up,” Bonner confronted an officer who had twice pushed her away, striking him multiple times in the head and attempting to kick him away as he worked to arrest her. Body camera footage showed the arresting officer punch Bonner once in the face to subdue her after Bonner punched him multiple times; five or six strikes and some scratching, by Tempe police’s account in court records. Benjamin Taylor, a civil rights attorney representing Bonner, disputed Bonner’s violence and has claimed to the public and city officials that Bonner was punched more than once as well as “groped” by the officer.  Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell declined to bring felony charges of resisting arrest and aggravated assault against Bonner. Now, Bonner faces two misdemeanor charges in Tempe Municipal Court: disorderly conduct classified as fighting and hindering/interfering with police.  Taylor said in a statement responding to these latest charges against his client that Bonner was the victim of political prosecution. Taylor claimed to the Phoenix New Times that the city police union was pressuring the city to charge his client.  “Instead of showing accountability and transparency — accountability to their officers for their wrongdoing and transparency to the community — what they’re trying to do is cover up for the wrongdoing of their officers,” said Taylor. “It has the smellings of politics behind it when you have charges brought two months later after the county attorney decided not to bring charges. It’s very political and is basically to avoid potential civil liability and to try to cover up for their officers’ wrongdoing.” Taylor also said that Bonner suffered “emotional trauma” in addition to physical injuries, and claimed officials were “victimizing the victim.” According to court records, Bonner has also racked up four speeding tickets across March, April, and July. The first ticket from March also came with charges of using a cell phone while driving; the speeding portion of the charges was dropped. Bonner’s arrest prompted the Tempe City Council to launch the Public Safety and Community Oversight Council Subcommittee, an exploratory body to discuss the creation of a police oversight board. Taylor, a recent president of the State Bar of Arizona, has appeared before the subcommittee. Taylor addressed the subcommittee during its most recent meeting on Tuesday, claiming Bonner’s arresting officer inappropriately touched and committed excessive use of force against his client.  Shoving and punching qualify as permitted uses of force under certain circumstances to maintain control of a scene and make arrests. Taylor also questioned the appropriateness of Tempe police appointing Sergeant Kevin Ameiss to oversee the internal affairs investigation into Bonner’s case, citing Ameiss’s 2020 suspension for his oversight of the Trevonyae Cumpian case. Ameiss was in a supervisory role for an officer who held a Black hotel worker at gunpoint while in pursuit of an armed white male suspect.  A pre-trial conference for the disorderly conduct and police interference charges is scheduled in Bonner’s case for Nov. 4, 2026. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post ASU Student Who Inspired Tempe Police Oversight Board Faces Criminal Charges first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac217ee75342cf4db8bb976 How an Uzbek truck driver’s fatal crash exposed troubling fraud trend in Middle America: ‘Chameleon carriers’ te 2026-10-04T09:10:06.802Z How an Uzbek truck driver’s fatal crash exposed troubling fraud trend in Middle America: ‘Chameleon carriers’ CINCINNATI, OH - A young man killed by an Uzbek truck driver earlier this year in Ohio, along with several instances of illegal immigrant truck drivers involved in fatal crashes, has sparked a larger conversation in southwest Ohio about fraud, crime, immigration and how gaps in trucking industry oversight are putting Americans at risk. Tobias "Toby" Forsythe, a 21-year-old goalkeeper from Ohio on the University of Massachusetts Lowell men’s soccer team, was killed July 5 when authorities say a semi-truck driven by 42-year-old Uzbek national Bekhzod Asrarov, who entered the country under the Biden administration's diversity visa lottery program, rear-ended Forsythe’s Honda Accord on Interstate 71 in Madison County, Ohio. It was later determined, according to court documents, that Asrarov could not speak or understand English well enough to communicate with responding state troopers without the use of Google Translate, despite holding an Ohio commercial driver’s license, and that he allegedly removed a dashboard camera from his truck after the fatal crash in an effort to conceal or destroy evidence. "We cannot let truckers like Asrarov, who can’t read our road signs or speak to law enforcement, drive 80,000-pound rigs on America’s highways," Transportation Secretary Sean posted on X after the crash. IMMIGRANT TRUCK DRIVER ADMITTED TO US UNDER BIDEN ALLEGEDLY KILLS UMASS SOCCER STAR, SPOKE NO ENGLISH In southwest Ohio, a researcher known as Nodawolf has been sounding the alarm to his growing follower count about a vast network of trucking companies, many of them owned or operated by Uzbek nationals, that have popped up in communities like Loveland, Middletown, and Maineville, where Asrarov resides, in recent years and could be contributing to the unsafe practices that took the life of Forsythe, and many others across the country. Nodawolf, who Fox News Digital granted anonymity due to the death threats he’s received from his online reporting, said his research has focused on what he describes as an interconnected network of Uzbek-linked trucking companies in southwest Ohio, including companies that have donated money toward construction of a local Islamic center, according to the center's own website.  "All of them have English violations and have manipulated ELDs," Nodawolf said, referring to electronic logging devices that track a trucker’s driving hours and are intended to enforce federal limits on how long drivers can stay behind the wheel. The Islamic Center, located in Maineville, told Fox News Digital that a "charitable contribution or participation in a community fundraising activity, by itself, should not be interpreted as evidence of an ownership, employment, contractual, commercial, or other business relationship with the Islamic Center or its leadership." A Fox News Digital review identified hundreds of trucking companies and other trucking entities registered in Maineville and surrounding southwest Ohio communities, including dozens that were registered in recent years. A separate review of companies identified as connected to the local Uzbek community found serious FMCSA safety violations, including drivers cited for failing English-proficiency requirements and other federal trucking violations. TRUMP ADMIN TRUCKING CRACKDOWN LANDS 51 IMMIGRATION DETENTIONS, 36 ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY VIOLATIONS "This really concerns me, you know, as a father," Nodawolf told Fox News Digital. "I mean, it's clearly obvious that they either don't understand our laws, they don't care about our laws, or they know our laws and they're taking advantage of it." Nodawolf has reported on Uzbek trucking networks communicating on the social media platform Telegram. One of those Telegram channels, named "UzbegimAmerica," has routinely mentioned the Uzbek community in Maineville. Court documents show the owner of that channel, Farkhod Faiziev, is a suspected illegal immigrant from Uzbekistan. The Trump administration has made significant progress on the issue of removing foreign truck drivers who pose a danger being removed from the road – including a recent multi-agency operation in Arizona’s Yuma Sector, which led to the arrest of 95 illegal alien truck drivers earlier this month – striking at the heart of human and drug smuggling operations at the U.S. southern border. The Departments of Homeland Security, Transportation and Justice recently announced a coordinated crackdown on trucking and CDL fraud targeting fraudulent licensing, unauthorized employment, identity-document fraud, shell companies and other criminal activity. The effort includes inspections at more than 200 driving schools across 23 states, investigations based on more than 1,000 leads, enforcement operations targeting illegal immigrants with commercial licenses and a new multi-state DOJ task force focused on trucking-related fraud and roadway safety. A trucking-industry veteran with decades of experience who spoke to Fox News Digital under the condition of anonymity for his safety described a developing fraud scheme popular with immigrant communities known as "chameleon carriers", a network of trucking companies that appear separate on paper but, he said, share the same drivers, trucks and operations. The arrangement starts when operators establish one company that is "quote-unquote legitimate," he said, then create additional carriers and authorities while using the same underlying assets across them. ILLEGAL TRUCKER CASES FUEL GOP PUSH TO CRACK DOWN ON CDL MILLS AS DEMS LARGELY SILENT The point, the industry expert said, is to "spread out their safety liability across multiple companies." Rather than allowing inspections and violations to pile up under one carrier, he said, the operation can distribute them among multiple motor-carrier authorities. "If they have 10 inspections and 10 violations across 10 different companies, that doesn’t hurt the safety rating as much," he said. "But if it was one company that had 10 inspections and 10 violations, that one company is going to get hammered." The separate companies can also serve as a contingency plan, he said. If one carrier is shut down, loses insurance or becomes too damaged by safety problems, "they’re able to immediately move all of the equipment and drivers and everything under one of the different companies," the industry veteran said. "Their operation never stops. There’s no way to shut them down." He further alleged the structure can facilitate cargo theft, with a company disappearing after obtaining a high-value shipment while the broader network continues operating through its remaining entities. "They lost one of their shell companies, basically, but they just got $5 million in iPads," he said. The industry expert said the model can be particularly dangerous, in his view, because it allows companies to keep operating despite safety problems while allegedly using drivers who may not be legally authorized to work in the United States. He said operators can make that harder to detect by classifying drivers as independent contractors rather than employees, potentially avoiding the ordinary employee I-9 verification process. "If you’re using a bunch of people from a third-world country that just showed up in the United States as drivers, whether they’re here legally or not, how well do you think they’re going to maintain their equipment and be able to follow the laws?" he said. Seven of the trucking schools targeted by the Department of Transportation last month are located in Ohio, DOT told Fox News last month. A Notice of Proposed Removal was recently issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for Turan CDL School, a Middletown-based company that has advertised CDL training to Uzbek speakers, including advertisements suggesting students could obtain a CDL without first learning English, as well as Google reviews from customers claiming they earned their licenses in as little as one week. ILLEGAL ALIEN'S ‘INEXCUSABLE’ CRIME SPARKS INTERSTATE CLASH BETWEEN GOP SEN, DEM GOV: ‘YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED’ "There's 'what do the rules say' and then 'what's happening on the ground," Andrew Poliakoff, vice president of the Commercial Vehicle Training Association, told Fox 28 Columbus shortly after the crash that killed Forsythe. "We're seeing now is that there are a lot of people committing fraud, and engaging in a variety of bad actions issuing commercial driver's licenses." Victor Louis, whose Cincinnati based company Load Secure verifies the identities of drivers entering its network, told Fox News Digital that he has seen local advertisements promising prospective truckers a CDL in as little as a week immediately raise red flags. "Trucking is such an inherently dangerous activity. Essentially, you're driving a 40-ton missile down the road," Louis said. "To think that someone is going to be certified to do that within a week, that may or may not speak English, like that doesn't make any sense." Louis said his company is also seeing a significant number of non-domiciled drivers, foreign drivers who hold commercial licenses issued by a U.S. state despite not having their permanent residence in that state. He said roughly 15% to 20% of drivers entering Load Secure's network fall into that category and estimated the figure could be around 20% among long-haul truckers nationwide. "Whether they're here legally or not, I don't know, but they are essentially foreign nationals," Louis said. He argued that long-haul trucking can be particularly attractive to migrants because drivers can spend weeks at a time living on the road rather than maintaining a permanent home near their workplace. Louis said cargo theft and the security of the broader supply chain are among his biggest concerns. "What we see with that market of non-domiciled drivers is a high propensity of cargo theft, an extremely high propensity," he said. "It’s wreaking havoc on our supply chain. Number one, it's extremely dangerous and number two, it is very unsecure. We don't know if things are being tampered with. This exposes our supply chains." The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles told Fox News Digital that it is reviewing the state’s nondomiciled commercial driver’s license holders in coordination with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Of the roughly 5,000 nondomiciled credentials originally issued, about 3,500 remain active, meaning approximately 1,500 are no longer active as the review continues. On Sept. 16, Fox News reported that ICE arrested two Uzbek illegal alien truck drivers in New Jersey as part of nationwide crackdown on fraudulent CDLs. "We are starting to go into those thousand leads of fraud, waste and abuse into our trucking industry," Mullin said in a press conference last month. "We're going to prioritize going after employees that are suspected of accepting payments to help illegals bypass driver's license and CDL requirements." In Brown County, Ohio, on Sept. 2, an Indian national with a CDL out of California crashed his semi-truck head-on into the car of 50-year-old Brenda Watson, who died at the scene. The driver, Manjit Singh , was later determined to be an illegal immigrant and ICE announced in a press release that a detainer was placed along with a charge of aggravated vehicular homicide. "One state’s regulatory failure becomes every state’s highway threat," Ohio attorney Mehek Cooke told News Digital. "Republican governors cannot assume their states were insulated from Biden’s border crisis simply because they opposed his policies." Fox News Digital reached out to Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's office for comment. Last month, ICE launched a tip-line for reporting fraudulent CDL licenses. "Too many American lives have been lost or permanently changed because illegal aliens who have no business being on our roads have been granted CDLs," Mullin said in a press release. "ICE and our federal partners, including the Department of Transportation, will be cracking down on CDL fraud so that not one more American life is lost to a reckless illegal alien behind the wheel of a semi-truck." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1f71d75342cf4db8bb106 California K-9 Otis helps police seize 440 pounds of cocaine during Alhambra traffic stop te 2026-10-04T06:50:05.750Z California K-9 Otis helps police seize 440 pounds of cocaine during Alhambra traffic stop A California traffic stop took a massive turn when a police K-9 sniffed out approximately 200 kilos, or roughly 440 pounds, of cocaine allegedly packed inside an SUV filled with cardboard boxes, authorities said. The Alhambra Police Department said the incident began after officers conducted a traffic stop along Valley Boulevard near the 710 Freeway. Although authorities did not say what prompted the initial stop, they noticed the driver appeared to have an unusual amount of cargo in his vehicle. "The driver was transporting more cardboard boxes than Amazon on Prime Day," police said in a social media post. BORDER AGENTS UNCOVER $20M COCAINE STASH HIDDEN BENEATH TRUCK FLOORBOARDS IN MASSIVE BUST That's when the driver began offering an explanation for the boxes, according to police. "At first, he said he was heading home to Huntington Park from his cousin’s house and that the boxes were not his," police said in the post. But that wasn't the man's only story. "Later came version 2.0 of his lore," police continued, "and he said he was taking diesel parts to a shop that his friend owned." Up stepped K-9 Otis and his handler to help investigate. BORDER AGENTS UNCOVER $3.7M IN COCAINE MASQUERADING AS A CUCUMBER DELIVERY Police said Otis alerted officers to the vehicle, prompting them to search the SUV. "Thanks to Otis’ top-tier nose, he alerted to the vehicle, and officers discovered the SUV was packed with approximately 200 kilos of cocaine," police said. The driver, identified as Julio Rangel of Huntington Park, was arrested and booked into the Alhambra Police Department jail, according to police. Following the drug bust, Otis was hailed as the hero of the operation. HEROIC FLORIDA K-9 RETURNS TO SHERIFF'S OFFICE DAYS AFTER BEING SHOT PROTECTING 3 DEPUTIES, LOSING LEG "A round of a-paws for our good boy, K9 Otis," police said. Users on social media also praised the K-9's work, with many arguing that Otis had earned a promotion — and was perhaps even on track to become police chief one day. "Give that dog a bone!" another user exclaimed. One user joked about Otis' ability to sniff out criminals. "No One escapes from the Long Paw of …. The DOG" Others suggested that, at the very least, Otis deserved a big steak dinner. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1e90f75342cf4db8baf21 NAU ROUNDUP: Volleyball swept at Idaho State in first Big Sky road match te 2026-10-04T05:50:07.497Z NAU ROUNDUP: Volleyball swept at Idaho State in first Big Sky road match A look at news and results from NAU, including volleyball's loss at Idaho State in the Lumberjacks' first conference road match. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1dfb075342cf4db8bae08 Brewers take Game 1 of NLDS after a controversial call on sure-fire home run ball that hit the stadium roof te 2026-10-04T05:10:08.778Z Brewers take Game 1 of NLDS after a controversial call on sure-fire home run ball that hit the stadium roof The best-of-five NLDS between the Milwaukee Brewers and San Diego Padres is one of the most anticipated of the MLB postseason. And boy, did Game 1 — a 3-2 Brewers win — not disappoint, even ending with one of the most bizarre, unlucky things you will ever see in a Major League Baseball game. The Brewers were the best team in baseball this season, while the Padres went on a tear down the stretch to make the playoffs, and then made short work of the Chicago Cubs in the Wild Card Round. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Presumptive NL Cy Young favorite Jacob Misiorowski took the hill for the Brewers in what was the first postseason start of the hard-throwing righty's career. Meanwhile, lefty Robbie Ray got the nod for San Diego. Misiorowski set the tone early, striking out Padres star and lead-off hitter Fernando Tatis Jr., which helped keep the raucous crowd at American Family Field in a frenzy. However, in the second inning, something seemed to click for the Padres when DH Luis Campusano poked a single into right field with two on, which brought in a run to open the scoring. The Padres added another on a fielder's choice to go up 2-0. In the third, the Brewers got on the board thanks to a Jackson Chourio two-run shot, which happened to be the hardest-hit homer of his career. The game remained tied through six innings, with Misiorowski exiting the game after four innings of work in which he gave up 6 hits, 2 runs, and a walk while striking out 6 hitters. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! In the seventh inning, Milwaukee brought in relief pitcher Abner Uribe to face Tatis and Manny Machado; however, both managed to get on base. Then with the two on first and third respectively, Uribe hit first baseman Ty France to load the bases. Uribe got the hook, with lefty DL Hall coming in to face left-handed-hitting Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill. Fortunately for the Brewers, Merrill flew out to left field, getting them out of a big jam. That was key, because after retiring two batters on two pitches to start the bottom of the seventh, Brewers catcher William Contreras took the 3-2 offering from Adrian Morejon and sent it into the seats in right-center field. That solo home run was just Contreras' second hit all season against San Diego pitching. The Brewers got out of another jam in the top of the eighth with the Padres leaving several runners on base, something that was a theme for both teams throughout the night. The top of the 9th brought the strangest moment of the game when Ty France nearly hit the cover of the ball for what looked like a go-ahead, two-run home run. However, the ball hit one of the trusses in the stadium's roof. The ball then bounced nearly straight down and was caught by Jackson Chourio. The rule is that if the ball hits the roof in fair territory, it's still live. Chourio made a clutch play to track it down and keep the tying run from scoring. The Padres challenged, but the call stood for the second out of the inning. Jackson Merrill was the next batter and lined out to right field to end the game. It was a good game from start to finish, but with so many strong performances on display, who would have thought the Brewers' biggest play would come from the roof at American Family Field? Game 2 is Sunday afternoon in Milwaukee, and you can catch it on FS1. If it's even half as entertaining as Game 1, it'll be must-see TV. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1d19e75342cf4db8bac53 Shooting near Baltimore youth football event leaves 12-year-old girl dead, 3 adults wounded te 2026-10-04T04:10:06.909Z Shooting near Baltimore youth football event leaves 12-year-old girl dead, 3 adults wounded A 12-year-old girl was killed and three adults were wounded after two gunmen allegedly opened fire during a dispute near a youth football game in Baltimore, Maryland, authorities said Saturday. The preteen girl was apparently caught in the crossfire at Leon Day Park, where a youth football league was holding its homecoming event, Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said during a news conference. The two men are believed to have been in a dispute that started over a parking space, according to Worley. "What we know is that there was some type of argument between two cowards, and of course, they both opened fire on each other," Worley said. PANTHERS GREAT JONATHAN STEWART EXPLAINS WHY YOUTH SPORTS MATTER FAR BEYOND THE FIELD "In the crossfire, a 12-year-old little girl who was probably down there watching football was shot and killed," he added. As of Saturday evening, police said they were searching for at least two suspects, whom authorities described as adult men. No arrests had been announced as of late Saturday night. Baltimore police told Fox News Digital that officers responded to the 1200 block of North Franklintown Road at approximately 6:15 p.m. after receiving multiple reports of gunfire. Officers found a 25-year-old woman suffering from an apparent gunshot wound and the 12-year-old girl, who was transported to a hospital but later pronounced dead. LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY PARK SHOOTING KILLS 1, INJURES 4 DURING LIVE BAND PERFORMANCE A 28-year-old man and a 23-year-old man separately walked into area hospitals seeking treatment for gunshot wounds, police said. All three surviving victims were listed in stable condition. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott gave an emotionally charged reaction to the incident, which he said unfolded because two adults couldn't resolve an argument without guns. "Two grown men got into an argument and now a 12-year-old is gone," he said. AT LEAST 3 DEAD, 23 WOUNDED IN SEPARATE MASS SHOOTINGS LESS THAN 15 MINUTES APART "What happened out here today is one of the most disgusting things I've ever seen in my life," Scott added. Scott said the girl's death would have a profound impact on the community before offering his condolences to her family. "We're never gonna see her full potential," he said. "Her family's gonna be hurting for this for the rest of their life. Her classmates are going to be hurting, her community's going to be hurting." Anyone with information is asked to call homicide detectives at 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1ccef75342cf4db8babbf Texas mother facing capital murder charges after allegedly shooting her two sons to death te 2026-10-04T03:50:07.255Z Texas mother facing capital murder charges after allegedly shooting her two sons to death A Texas mother is facing capital murder charges after allegedly shooting her two sons before appearing to harm herself, authorities said. Colleen Nichole Lemmon, 42, was taken into custody and charged with two counts of capital murder, according to the Ellis County Sheriff's Office. Authorities said they received a call about an "unknown emergency" just before 4:15 a.m. Thursday on Big Sky Drive in Waxahachie. Upon arriving at the scene, deputies discovered two male victims with gunshot wounds inside the residence. ILLINOIS MOTHER CHARGED WITH MURDER IN DEATH OF 2-YEAR-OLD SON IN CASE DRAWING COMPARISONS TO LINDSAY CLANCY Christopher Scott Pitre, 21, was pronounced dead at the scene. The second victim, a 15-year-old boy, was taken to a hospital in critical condition, where he later died. Deputies said they also found Lemmon suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. Evidence recovered during the investigation gave law enforcement probable cause to believe Lemmon was responsible for shooting both of her children. DAYS AFTER LINDSAY CLANCY MISTRIAL, ANOTHER MASSACHUSETTS MOM ACCUSED OF KILLING HER CHILDREN SEEKS FREEDOM Deputies found Lemmon covered in blood with what appeared to be self-inflicted lacerations on her wrists and a handgun nearby, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by FOX 4. Lemmon allegedly told officers, "I shot both my kids." She was arrested and transported to a local hospital for treatment, authorities said. Scott Pitre, the boys' father, told NBC 5 that his younger son had recently celebrated his 15th birthday. He said he wants justice for his sons. LINDSAY CLANCY'S THREE CHILD VICTIMS FORGOTTEN AMID CROWDS OF SUPPORT: MOTHER OF SIX Ida Brown, a neighbor, described the killings as "heartbreaking." "It's heartbreaking, and I'm praying for them," she told FOX 4. Sheriff Brad Norman offered his condolences to the family. "My deepest sympathies go out to the victims' father, family members, and loved ones involved in this tragic incident," Norman said in a statement. "They will remain in our prayers during this difficult time." Lemmon is being held on a $2.5 million bond. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1c13875342cf4db8ba2ef 8 Key Findings From the Times/Siena Polls te 2026-10-04T03:00:08.263Z 8 Key Findings From the Times/Siena Polls Democrats are competitive in Alaska, Iowa, Ohio, Texas and even Kansas as they try to wrest control of the Senate from Republicans. Here’s a look at why. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1ba3075342cf4db8ba23f Trump touts ‘golden age’ at Ohio rally, urges voters to deliver GOP midterm wins te 2026-10-04T02:30:08.180Z Trump touts ‘golden age’ at Ohio rally, urges voters to deliver GOP midterm wins President Donald Trump swept into Ohio Saturday night promoting what he calls a new "golden age" for America, pointing to billions of dollars in investment and new jobs in the Buckeye State as he urged voters to help keep Republicans in power in November. For the third time in as many nights, Trump rallied supporters outside Dayton for Republicans Sen. Jon Husted and gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, casting the midterms as a chance to extend the economic and political gains he said the GOP has delivered since his return to the White House. And with his own name absent from the ballot, Trump gave voters gathered a simple instruction. TRUMP CAMPAIGN INSIDER REVEALS STRATEGY BEHIND MIDTERM BLITZ THAT WHITE HOUSE HOPES PAYS OFF BIG "Just pretend that I’m running," Trump said. "When I run, we win." Trump, who carried Ohio in all three of his presidential campaigns, later echoed the same message as he sought to rally his political coalition behind Republicans fighting to maintain control of Congress. "If you don’t mind, please pretend that I’m on the ballot," Trump said. "And you need to turn out for a midterm victory." The president used much of the rally to make an economic case for the Republican ticket, declaring Ohio is "booming" as he hailed investments he credited to both his trade and tariff policies. Trump pointed to a $400 million Stellantis investment in Toledo and an $850 million Electra aerospace investment near Springfield. Weaving in an anecdote about his daily aspirin habit, the president also featured Bayer’s plans for a $2.2 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing campus near Columbus, which the company says will support approximately 600 permanent jobs and 1,500 construction jobs. "Your state is booming," Trump told the gathered crowd. "Every state is booming." FIRST DATA CENTER BILL CLEARS HOUSE AS BOTH PARTIES SCRAMBLE FOR ANSWERS ON AFFORDABILITY Trump credited the investments to his tariff agenda, arguing the U.S. is finally leveling the playing field after years of other countries using tariffs against American products while giving companies a powerful incentive to build at home. The president also threw his support behind Husted’s Ratepayer Protection Act, legislation aimed at shielding consumers from additional electricity costs associated with data centers. "We want them," Trump said of data centers. "There’s so much money to be made for Ohio. You can’t just turn them off. They’ll go to China." Husted brought the legislation to the Senate floor days before the rally, where it failed to advance. President Trump pledged to sign it if Congress can send it to his desk. TRUMP DEFENDS $5,000 DIVIDEND PROPOSAL, PRAISES 'BEAUTIFUL' TARIFFS ON 'INGRAHAM ANGLE' "I will sign this Ratepayer Protection Act into law immediately," Trump said. Trump broadened his victory lap from Ohio to the country as a whole, hailing stock market records, manufacturing growth, investment and employment while contrasting his own administration’s economic record with former President Joe Biden's. "Our nation is doing better now than ever before," Trump said. He also praised GOP-backed tax provisions, including no tax on tips and overtime, and reiterated his previously announced proposal for $5,000 payments to adult Americans if Republicans retain the House and Senate. Trump then shifted to immigration and Springfield, Ohio, dedicating his recitation of the poem "The Snake" to the city that became a national flashpoint during the 2024 presidential campaign over an influx of Haitian nationals into the community. "I dedicate this to Springfield, Ohio," Trump said. "They went through hell." After finishing the poem, which the president has long admired as an immigration allegory, he told the crowd, "That’s what happened at our border," before hailing his administration’s immigration crackdown. The president also briefly touched on Venezuela, claiming the U.S. had more than recouped the costs of its military operation against former Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro through the country's vast oil resources. "We paid for the cost of the war many, many times over," Trump said. "We’re making a fortune with it." Trump repeatedly weaved the election 31 days away into his remarks, urging Ohioans to support Husted, Ramaswamy and Republican congressional candidates. He also pitched Ohio as a potential home for the U.S. National Space Academy, citing both the state's aviation history and the Wright brothers. "If we win the midterms, Ohio will be very, very strongly considered for this," Trump said. "I really want you to go out and vote again for John Husted and for Vivek." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1ba2f75342cf4db8ba236 Yankees lose ALDS Game 1 to Rays as Austin Wells is thrown out at third after breaking up no-hitter te 2026-10-04T02:30:07.488Z Yankees lose ALDS Game 1 to Rays as Austin Wells is thrown out at third after breaking up no-hitter Austin Wells turned the New York Yankees’ only hit into their most painful out. With two outs in the eighth inning and the Yankees trailing by a run, Wells broke up Drew Rasmussen’s no-hit bid with a double down the right-field line. But the catcher tried to stretch the hit into a triple and was easily thrown out, ending New York’s best scoring opportunity in a 1-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Saturday night. Rays right fielder Victor Mesa Jr. retrieved the ball and threw to shortstop Taylor Walls, whose relay reached third baseman Junior Caminero well ahead of Wells. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The out prevented Ryan McMahon from coming to the plate with the potential tying run in scoring position and allowed Rasmussen to walk off the mound having completed eight scoreless innings. Rasmussen limited the Yankees to one hit and two walks while striking out 10 on 101 pitches. He once again tormented a New York lineup he nearly no-hit during Tampa Bay’s division-clinching victory at Yankee Stadium late in the regular season. Bryan Baker replaced Rasmussen for the ninth and made quick work of the Yankees. Baker struck out pinch hitter Giancarlo Stanton and Ben Rice before getting Cody Bellinger to ground out, completing the combined one-hitter and giving Tampa Bay a 1-0 series lead. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Jonathan Aranda provided the game’s only run when he drove a Gerrit Cole pitch 417 feet to right-center field in the third inning. Cole kept the Yankees within striking distance but received no offensive support. The right-hander allowed one run on five hits and one walk while striking out five over five innings and 82 pitches. Ryan Weathers, Paul Blackburn and Brent Headrick combined to hold Tampa Bay hitless over the final three innings, but New York’s lineup never found an answer for Rasmussen. The shutout represented a dramatic reversal for a Yankees offense that scored 18 runs during its two-game Wild Card Series sweep of the Boston Red Sox. New York was again without captain Aaron Judge, who was left off the ALDS roster as he continues recovering from a right calf strain. The best-of-five series resumes Monday night at Tropicana Field. Cam Schlittler, who pitched 6⅓ scoreless innings against Boston in the Wild Card Series, is scheduled to start Game 2 for the Yankees. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1b7d375342cf4db8ba1ea Trump Promotes Data Centers at Rally With Republican Facing Heat on Them te 2026-10-04T02:20:03.817Z Trump Promotes Data Centers at Rally With Republican Facing Heat on Them The president defended the complexes, which have become a liability for Senator Jon Husted in a challenging midterm race. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1b57f75342cf4db8ba17a France’s violent student protests raise warning for America: ‘A cautionary tale’ te 2026-10-04T02:10:07.536Z France’s violent student protests raise warning for America: ‘A cautionary tale’ France’s violent student protests are fueling fresh warnings about the consequences of open-border immigration policies, with the unrest being held up as a "cautionary tale" for the U.S. "I would also say as we’re sitting here in beautiful New York City, this is a cautionary tale," "The Big Weekend Show" co-host Tomi Lahren said Saturday. She continued: "This is something we’re learning from Europe, and we would be wise to learn from Europe. They decided they wanted to have open borders. They decided they wanted diversity as their strength, and of course, Joe Biden tried that for four years. We’re undoing that currently." FRANCE'S TEEN RIOTS TAKE EXPLOSIVE NEW TURN AS GOVERNMENT POINTS FINGER AT HARD LEFT Lahren posited that "when you let so many people come into your country, leech off of your system, then the people who are from there are going to at some point get upset." She said that anger often becomes misplaced and, "they end up lighting things on fire, which I think is stupid no matter what you’re angry with, but it’s no doubt these countries that say we’re going to be a global home for everybody, they end up paying the price, and it’s usually the native Frenchmen, or whenever they are that end up paying the highest price." Students in Paris began to protest late last month against what they deemed as overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages, long school days and deteriorating conditions, blaming the government for not investing enough in education. REPUBLICAN GLEE ERUPTS AS WHITE HOUSE BOASTS SHARP DECLINE IN IMMIGRATION FROM MUSLIM-MAJORITY NATIONS The demonstrations started peacefully in Paris’ poorer suburbs but quickly spread to Paris itself, then went nationwide in cities like Marseille, Strasbourg, Tours, Nantes, Toulouse ​and Lille, becoming increasingly violent as they expanded. The protests were also fueled by the government’s 2027 budget unveiling on Thursday, which showed education spending would rise by only 1.7%, excluding teacher pensions, an increase which is below the rate of inflation, Reuters reported. Rioters have committed arson, vandalism, thrown objects at police and even assaulted people in some cases, prompting authorities to respond with tear gas and rubber bullets. TENS OF THOUSANDS FLOOD STREETS TO PROTEST SPAIN BORDER CRISIS More than 5,000 protesters were arrested this week across the country, according to Reuters, and more than 400 schools remained closed as of Friday. Euronews reported Friday that at least 65 school staff members, including 40 principals, have been injured since the unrest began, along with roughly 170 students.  More than 100 high schools have suffered what Education Minister Édouard Geffray described as "severe damage." French intelligence agencies told a government crisis meeting Thursday that the protest movement had been initiated by politicians from the hard-left France Unbowed Party, known as LFI, Reuters reported Friday. LIZ PEEK: ANGRY, AFFLUENT AND ADRIFT — WHAT'S DRIVING SOME YOUNG AMERICANS TO VIOLENCE LFI has denied the allegations and accused President Emmanuel Macron's government of politicizing the protests ahead of France's 2027 presidential election. Simone Rodan-Benzaquen, senior envoy to Europe at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, told Fox News Digital on Thursday that the unrest began with legitimate concerns but has since evolved into something far more serious. "The students’ grievances about missing teachers and deteriorating schools were real at first," Rodan-Benzaquen said. "But dousing a principal in gasoline and attacking firefighters are acts of extreme violence. What makes this politically significant is the effort to turn frustration over schools into a much broader confrontation with the government." Fox News' Efrat Lachter contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1b0cf75342cf4db8ba10c South Carolina football in free fall as Shane Beamer may be out of time with buyout decision looming te 2026-10-04T01:50:07.917Z South Carolina football in free fall as Shane Beamer may be out of time with buyout decision looming Another blown lead, another loss for South Carolina. What has ultimately turned into the story of Gamecocks football over the last two years once again caught up with head coach Shane Beamer on Saturday against Kentucky. Coming off a thrashing against Alabama last week, which came one week after losing to Mississippi State after holding a 16-0 lead, the dam seems to have officially broken in Columbia on different ways to lose a game. Leading 17-0 against Kentucky at home, South Carolina fans have grown accustomed to never taking a lead for granted. In this case for those wearing Garnett, it was as if the game was tied 0-0 given past instances of being let down by the results. BIG MONEY, BIGGER DISASTER: MINNESOTA EXPOSES MICHIGAN AS WOLVERINES ARE LATEST EXAMPLE OF WASTED NIL FUNDS And now, after Kentucky beat South Carolina 35-34 in overtime on a two-point conversion to move to 4-1, the chatter throughout the state will only grow louder for the Gamecocks’ athletic department to make a change at head coach. This was the Gamecocks eighth straight SEC loss, and also their 12th loss against Power-4 opponents in the past 14 games. If the Gamecocks were to fire Shane Beamer before the end of the year, he would be owed an estimated $22.5 million for his departure. To be fair to Shane Beamer, the program is not getting a return on investment with the money spent on players like LaNorris Sellers or Dylan Stewart, which reportedly hovers above $5 million combined. If anything, the football team has been robbed blind by Stewart, given his lack of production and antics on the field this season, and we just started the month of October. In hopes of putting an end to any distractions coming off last week's temper-tantrums along the sidelines in Tuscaloosa, Beamer suspended Dylan Stewart indefinitely this week from the program, with the head coach declaring he was the only one making a decision on when the defensive standout could return. But, it goes deeper than that. In this era of college athletics, a return on investment for those helping fund these player contracts essentially comes down to whether you make the playoff, or hoist a trophy at season's end. And no, I don't mean the Outback or Gator Bowl trophies. After a memorable 2024 season that saw the Gamecocks miss out on the college football playoff by just a few spots on the final weekend, the fans have witnessed a program going in the wrong direction. Finishing 4-8 in 2025, Shane Beamer declared that the national media, and those covering the program on a daily basis, would be changing their tune on the South Carolina program after they put together a 2026 season that would see them competing for both a conference and national title. "I can one billion percent promise you this... because of the success we're gonna have next season... we're gonna look back at this season and say, 'It sucked going through it, but because of what we went through in '25 it led us to what we just did in '26,'" Beamer said last year. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE And, even though we all understood what he was implying this past week, it obviously didn’t sit well with Gamecock fans when he discussed how good of a practice they had following the loss to Alabama. In reality, Beamer has always been confident that he was the right man to lead South Carolina back to the same statue as they acquired during the 2024 season. But, thanks to injuries, play-calling and some pretty bad luck, the 2026 campaign was crucial for his future. Now, after the third loss in five games, those who control the payroll and fundraising at South Carolina will have a decision to make on what the future looks like for a program trying not to be forgotten within the SEC. Obviously, this is going to only create more chaos around the football building, especially when you are out of contention for a conference title before the second weekend of October. Schools know that they can no longer wait until seasons end to make these decisions, especially when you are trying to sell season tickets for 2027. At the same time, those within the program are already trying to detour players' agents from shopping them to other teams for next year, which has been the case according to multiple sources. And, it's not just at South Carolina. Discussions about player retention, the transfer portal, raises and movement are already taking place, and will only increase over the next two months. So, on the weekend of October 3rd, influential voices around the Gamecocks athletic department are already having to make a decision about 2027. Like it or not, that's the world we live in now. For Shane Beamer, his team will face Florida next, before they are due for a much-needed bye week. We will soon find out what kind of a timeline the South Carolina administration is working on, if a change is going to happen over the next eight days. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1a9c775342cf4db8ba064 Phil Collins gets frank on marriage failures and life regrets: 'I regret my marriages falling apart' te 2026-10-04T01:20:07.299Z Phil Collins gets frank on marriage failures and life regrets: 'I regret my marriages falling apart' Phil Collins is opening up about his biggest regret throughout the course of his career. During a recent interview on "Piers Morgan Uncensored," the 75-year-old musician reflected on the toll his career took on his relationships with his children and how it affected his three marriages. "To some extent, I have to say I regret my marriages falling apart," he explained. "Sometimes I jumped. Well, one time I jumped, two times I was pushed. But I wouldn't have written it like that. But on the other hand, I've got five fantastic kids that I wouldn't have if that hadn't happened. So I have to balance it." The famous drummer was married to his first wife, Andrea Bertorelli, from 1975 to 1980. Collins adopted Bertorelli's daughter, Joely, and the couple welcomed son Simon. PHIL COLLINS' BRUSH WITH DEATH LEFT HIS CHILDREN PREPARING FOR THE UNTHINKABLE He also shares daughter Lily with his second wife, Jill Tavelman, whom he was married to from 1984 to 1996, and sons Nicholas and Mathew with his third wife, Orianne Cevey, whom he was married to from 1999 to 2006. When looking back on his first marriage, Collins admitted it broke down because he wasn't around, as he was touring with his band, Genesis, and couldn't be home. "Genesis did, in one year, I think, three American tours, two European tours, and a tour of Japan. And when I ended up getting separated from my first wife, the guys in the band said, ‘Well, why didn’t you tell us? We’d have stopped it.’ But that’s easy to say in retrospect," he said. "I was gone, and we grew apart." Despite his failure to make his relationships with his wives work, Collins said he "always tried to be there for the kids," and that he never planned on getting married three times, noting, "You don't go into life thinking that." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE His daughter Lily, who stars in the hit Netflix series, "Emily in Paris," wrote about her relationship with her father in her 2017 memoir, "Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me." "I'm learning how to accept your actions and vocalize how they made me feel," she wrote in an excerpt read by Morgan. "I accept and honor the sadness and anger I felt toward the things you did or didn't do, did or didn't give me. I forgive you for not always being there when I needed it, for not being the dad I expected. I forgive the mistakes you made. And although it may seem like it's too late, it's not. There's still so much time to move forward." The father-daughter duo has managed to put the past behind them, as she shared photos of them celebrating his 75th birthday together in January, writing "Love you to the moon and back again…" PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE In a birthday message to her father, she expressed feeling "grateful" to be able to celebrate the milestone birthday with him, saying she considers herself "lucky to have hugged you, laughed with you, and reminisced with you on such a monumental day." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS She also shared a Father's Day tribute to him on her Instagram stories for Father's Day, writing that she is "endlessly grateful for your unconditional love, guidance and support." Now as a parent, I have a newly found understanding and deeper appreciation for everything you’ve done and continue to do," she wrote. "Tove is lucky to call you Grandpa P." Lily welcomed her first child, Tove, with her husband, Charlie McDowell, via surrogate in January 2025. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1a51775342cf4db8ba029 Minnesota quarterback gets kicked in the crotch by teammate en route to upset win over Michigan te 2026-10-04T01:00:07.841Z Minnesota quarterback gets kicked in the crotch by teammate en route to upset win over Michigan All sports have unwritten rules, and one of the biggest in football is never kick your own quarterback in the crotch. It doesn’t matter whether it’s intentional or accidental during the throes of celebration: You just don’t do it. The Minnesota Golden Gophers did not abide by this, but still managed to take a huge win over Michigan on Saturday afternoon. CRAZIEST UPSET OF THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON HAPPENED ON FRIDAY NIGHT WHILE EVERYONE WAS ASLEEP Last week, Minnesota beat Washington 27-24, a win that led to a euphoric PJ Fleck smearing a player's blood on his own face, and this week they welcomed the Wolverines to Huntington Bank Stadium. However, during the game, things got a little rough for QB Drake Lindsey. The Gophers had just secured a first down, and offensive lineman Bennett Warren was fired up about it. Understandable, but the issue was that he didn't make sure the airspace was clear before performing a celebratory kick. A kick that landed straight to Lindsey's groin. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Between this and the aforementioned blood-smearing incident, the Gophers may need to take a look in the mirror when it comes to celebrations. These are getting out of hand. I didn't think there was anywhere to go after the blood-smearing, but then here they go, kicking their QB in the nards, and now I have no clue where this goes. At this rate, they could end up going all Texas on everyone and just let 'er rip. Fortunately, they did stick the dismount on their last celebration of the afternoon, when they stormed the field to celebrate the Gophers' 20-14 win after coming into the game as 8.5-point underdogs. Next weekend, the 4-1 Gophers will head to West Lafayette to take on the Purdue Boilermakers. If they win? Well, buckle up. And perhaps wear a cup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1a06575342cf4db8b9f98 Cornell president says university 'must do better' on handling of sexual assault allegations te 2026-10-04T00:40:05.322Z Cornell president says university 'must do better' on handling of sexual assault allegations Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff said Saturday that the institution "must do better" as it faces questions over its response to sexual assault allegations involving seven former fraternity brothers. "What happened to Jane Doe in 2024 is deeply disturbing and will weigh heavily on our community for years to come. My heart aches when I think of what she experienced," Kotlikoff said in a video statement to the Cornell community. Kotlikoff said the case raises questions about sexual assault, campus party culture, alcohol and drug abuse on the Ithaca, New York, campus, as well as the investigation conducted after the allegations were reported. "I want to acknowledge something that can be difficult for an institution to say we don't have all the answers, but we are committed to investigating and finding the answers our community deserves. I believe we as an administration, and we as a community must do better," Kotlikoff said. INSIDE EXPLOSIVE CORNELL RAPE ALLEGATIONS: 7 MEN ACCUSED, CONFLICTING ACCOUNTS AND A POLITICAL FIRESTORM Kotlikoff welcomed an independent review by an outside law firm into Cornell's handling of the case and said the university supports Gov. Kathy Hochul's decision to turn the criminal investigation over to New York Attorney General Letitia James. He said Cornell would not wait for those reviews to conclude before making changes to prevention and education, student support, mental health and substance use resources and investigative processes. "We will act," Kotlikoff said. Jane Doe alleges in a lawsuit that seven former Chi Phi fraternity brothers drugged and sexually assaulted her during an October 2024 night at the fraternity house. Doe was a 20-year-old Cornell undergraduate at the time. CORNELL RAPE ALLEGATIONS PROMPT NY ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES TO OPEN ‘ACTIVE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION’ The men have denied wrongdoing, with some maintaining the sexual activity was consensual and others denying they participated. No criminal charges have been filed against the seven men. Doe filed a 101-page lawsuit last month accusing the former fraternity members of sexual assault and rape and naming Cornell and other entities. The case came under renewed scrutiny after Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten said his office had not received the full transcript of Doe's November 2024 interview with Cornell University Police before prosecutors initially declined to pursue charges. Van Houten reopened the investigation before Hochul appointed the Office of the Attorney General as special prosecutor. James said Friday that her office was conducting an "active criminal investigation." CORNELL SEXUAL ASSAULT CASE REVIVES SCRUTINY OF A LITTLE-KNOWN NEW YORK LAW ON INTOXICATED VICTIMS Kotlikoff also addressed frustration over Cornell's communication about its response to the allegations and said the university would make a greater effort to be transparent. "There are real legal and privacy limits on what we can say, but we will make a greater effort to explain what we can to provide context about the actions Cornell has taken and to be more transparent," Kotlikoff said. Kotlikoff said Cornell would also reexamine the role of fraternities and sororities on campus and support efforts to change New York's sexual assault laws. "You have my commitment that this will not be a moment that passes," Kotlikoff said. Fox News Digital's Michael Dorgan contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac19bb675342cf4db8b9ee8 Pete Hegseth handles Air Force-Navy coin toss after showing off basketball skills at Academy te 2026-10-04T00:20:06.239Z Pete Hegseth handles Air Force-Navy coin toss after showing off basketball skills at Academy United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth was in Colorado Springs to take in the Air Force Falcons and Navy Midshipmen football game, but he also took time to show off some pretty impressive athletic skills. It turns out that the Secretary of War can ball, and he sank an impressive series of three-pointers. Hegseth was on the Air Force Academy's court in Clune Arena when he uncorked ten three-point attempts from the top of the arc and drilled all but one of them. TRUMP SAYS HE WILL ATTEND ALABAMA VS GEORGIA COLLEGE FOOTBALL GAME AT BRYANT-DENNY STADIUM He must be an absolute menace in Pop-A-Shot down at Dave & Buster's. Imagine if international disputes were settled with three-point shooting competitions or games of Horse? Every other nation would think twice when dealing with us, knowing that Sec. Hegseth can uncork a Caitlin Clark-like shot from the logo if he has to. While he missed one, Sec. Hegseth clearly found a groove and was on autopilot through most of that impressive performance. Of course, Hegseth was not there to show off his skills when it comes to shooting from range; he was at the Air Force Academy to speak to cadets ahead of the Falcons-Midshipmen game on Saturday afternoon. Just before kickoff, the Secretary of War was down on the field for the coin toss. AIR FORCE ATHLETES CHASING OLYMPIC DREAMS IN BETWEEN SERVING THE NATION IN A CRITICAL TIME Air Force wound up winning this one 14-9 to go 3-1 on the season. They'll visit Northern Illinois next weekend while the Midshipmen — who dropped to 1-3 — will head home to host Tulsa. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1996375342cf4db8b9e80 Florida Gators run into buzzsaw in Missouri, Tigers shred top-ten team for rare ranked win at home te 2026-10-04T00:10:11.213Z Florida Gators run into buzzsaw in Missouri, Tigers shred top-ten team for rare ranked win at home The Florida Gators certainly aren't the 2019 LSU Tigers. They might not even be the 2019 version of the Florida Gators. The number eight team in the country traveled to Columbia, Missouri, and ran into an absolute buzzsaw, as the Tigers took the Gators behind the woodshed in a 45-17 victory on Saturday. FLORIDA GATORS FACE MISSOURI TIGERS IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL MATCHUP WHERE THE OVER LOOKS LIKE THE PLAY It seemed like anything that could go right for Mizzou did. The Tigers were able to establish their dominance on both lines of scrimmage, putting up 560 total yards and holding Florida to a shockingly low 42 yards on the ground. Jadan Baugh, who came into the game leading the SEC in rushing yards, could hardly get it going this afternoon, only rushing for 13 yards on 12 carries. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE That was by design, as head coach Eli Drinkwitz revealed in his post game presser on the field. While Baugh entered the day with Heisman aspirations, it was Missouri quarterback Austin Simmons who put on an award-winning performance. The former Ole Miss starter was about as perfect as anyone could have asked for, eviscerating Florida's secondary to the tune of 340 yards and two scores through the air. Missouri showed a ton of resolve, regrouping from their loss last week to Mississippi State and winning a home game against a ranked opponent for the first time since 2024. For the Gators, Faurot Field has proved to be a house of horrors, and Saturday afternoon was no different. The game was never close after halftime, and at no point did the usually explosive Florida offense look threatening to the home team. Now, first year head coach Jon Sumrall will have to regroup and answer some tough questions. It doesn't get any easier for the Gators either. South Carolina comes to town, then Florida goes to Austin to take on Texas before a bye week. Then the Gators will take on archrival Georgia in Atlanta. That stretch will tell everyone in Gainesville what this team and their new head coach is all about. Florida didn't handle being a top-ten team very well, and now they'll have to do a bit of climbing to get back to that spot. For the time being, however, this one will sting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1995f75342cf4db8b9e6c How Trump Directed Tax Dollars to Ads Praising Him te 2026-10-04T00:10:07.403Z How Trump Directed Tax Dollars to Ads Praising Him President Trump personally directed the use of taxpayer money for ads praising his presidency, according to people familiar with the matter. Our White House correspondent, Maggie Haberman, explains. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1995c75342cf4db8b9e4f Here’s Senator Cotton’s Cell Number, Trump Says, in Dispute Over Daylight Saving Bill te 2026-10-04T00:10:04.650Z Here’s Senator Cotton’s Cell Number, Trump Says, in Dispute Over Daylight Saving Bill The president urged people to call Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas and accused him of blocking a bill to cement daylight saving time. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac194b075342cf4db8b9dc4 'Caddyshack' star Michael O'Keefe claims cocaine was budgeted on set, admits filming scenes high te 2026-10-03T23:50:08.496Z 'Caddyshack' star Michael O'Keefe claims cocaine was budgeted on set, admits filming scenes high Michael O'Keefe is getting candid about what it was like on the set of the hit 1980 movie "Caddyshack." During a recent interview with Page Six, the 71-year-old actor shared that there was a lot of cocaine on the set of the classic comedy and claimed the drug was even accounted for in the movie's budget, with the actor noting, "there was some miscellaneous item." "It was the 70s," he said. "That’s what was happening back then. People were just treating it like it was toothpaste, and you had to do it twice a day to stay healthy." The movie was filmed in 1979 and released in 1980, and also starred Ted Knight, Chevy Chase, Bill Murray and Rodney Dangerfield and was set at the fictional Bushwood Country Club. TOM HARDY'S 'MOBLAND' DRAMA TOPS HOLLYWOOD'S MOST NOTORIOUS ON-SET MELTDOWNS AND FEUDS When reflecting on the drug use on set, O'Keefe recalled doing cocaine before filming certain scenes, telling Page Six that when he watches those scenes now, "it was not my favorite memory," and that he is "not too happy about them." "But I can report to you that right after that movie, during that movie, was the last time I ever did anything like cocaine," he said. "I realized that it was a terrible thing to get involved [with], and like so many things in the drug world, it looked like fun, but in reality, it wasn’t." Part of the reason he decided to take a step back from drugs was the death of Doug Kenney, who co-wrote and produced "Caddyshack." He called Kenney's death "a huge wake-up call." Kenney died at 33 after falling from a cliff in Hawaii in 1980. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "[He was] one of the most affable, intelligent, funny people in the world. … Was strung out on cocaine, got depressed, and committed suicide," he said. "It was truly a result of drug addiction, and that was a huge wake-up call." Prior to starring in "Caddyshack," O'Keefe had his breakthrough starring in "The Great Santini," which earned him an Academy Award nomination for best supporting actor. He later starred in "Ironweed," "Frozen River" and, most recently, the Apple TV series "Your Friends & Neighbors," in which he plays Ron Cooper, the father of Jon Hamm's Andrew "Coop" Cooper. His most recognizable role remains Danny Noonan in "Caddyshack." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "We always talk about how we got lucky young, and didn't know what we had," he told Yahoo in July 2020. "As actors, we don't want to be pigeonholed, so while I was always glad to be in 'Caddyshack,' I sometimes wished that people would acknowledge my other work." He added: "But then I had this one experience with a wardrobe designer who told me that her father died of leukemia and for the last six weeks before his death, they would gather as a family and watch 'Caddyshack.'  That really changed my feelings about what the movie means to people and what it means to me to be a part of it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1900075342cf4db8b9d05 Dodgers begin quest for third straight World Series title by holding on for Game 1 win over Braves te 2026-10-03T23:30:08.771Z Dodgers begin quest for third straight World Series title by holding on for Game 1 win over Braves In October, elite starting pitching wins postseason games. For the Atlanta Braves, it was a bullpen game, while the Los Angeles Dodgers sent out two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. On Saturday afternoon at Dodger Stadium, the elite starting pitcher led the way. Skubal was dominant, striking out seven hitters while allowing one run on two hits and two walks over six innings of work in the Dodgers' 5-3 Game 1 NLDS win. The Dodgers began their quest for a third straight World Series title with a statement win over the Braves, but the game didn't start off smoothly. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Dylan Dodd was the Braves’ starter, and he was fantastic over three scoreless innings, allowing just two hits. In the fourth inning, manager Walt Weiss turned to Victor Mederos, and things quickly went awry. Mederos got catcher Will Smith to fly out but then walked star first baseman Freddie Freeman. With a runner on first and one out, Mederos threw a 92.3 mph cutter right over the middle of the plate, and left fielder Teoscar Hernández didn’t miss it. The ball came off Hernández’s bat at 109.9 mph as he demolished it 431 feet into the left-field bleachers, giving the Dodgers a 2-0 lead. The outfielder admired his blast, remaining in the batter’s box for a few moments before turning and firing his bat toward the Dodgers’ dugout. Dodgers right fielder Kyle Tucker followed Hernández's blast with a bloop single to left field, and Weiss had seen enough, removing Mederos from the game. Weiss turned to A.J. Smith-Shawver to try to settle things down, which he did by retiring the next two batters. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Skubal, on the other hand, retired 15 straight batters after allowing a leadoff single to All-Star designated hitter Drake Baldwin. However, the scoreless streak ended when catcher Sean Murphy got a hold of Skubal’s 1-2, 99 mph fastball and sent it 421 feet over the left-center-field wall for a solo home run, cutting the lead to 2-1 in the top of the sixth inning. After Murphy’s leadoff blast, the Braves’ lineup didn’t quit, as shortstop Ha-Seong Kim and second baseman Ozzie Albies sandwiched walks around two outs, bringing first baseman Matt Olson to the plate with two runners on and two outs. Yet Skubal avoided further damage by inducing a weak fly ball to left field from the All-Star first baseman, leaving the score at 2-1. In the bottom of the sixth inning, the Dodgers immediately picked up Skubal. With one out, Hernández laced a single up the middle and Tucker followed up by depositing Smith-Shawver's 97-mph fastball 408 feet over the right field wall to give the Dodgers a 4-1 lead. Two batters after Tucker's blast, third baseman Max Muncy joined the home run club with a solo shot off Smith-Shawver to make it 5-1. With their bullpen depleted after a three-game Wild Card Series win over the Philadelphia Phillies, the Braves were forced to stick with Smith-Shawver to preserve their remaining arms. In the top of the ninth inning, Ronald Acuña Jr. walked and second baseman Ozzie Albies smacked a two-run home run off Tanner Scott to make it a 5-3 game. However, Scott put the next two batters away. Manager Dave Roberts turned to Evan Phillips to record the final out of the game. Phillips first walked Mauricio Dubón, sending up Austin Riley as the tying run, but got the Braves third baseman to ground out to Betts to close it out. The Dodgers will look to build on their Game 1 win when they face the Braves on Sunday in Game 2. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac18da775342cf4db8b9c0c Bear attack leaves 2 people injured outside their home in Idaho, authorities say te 2026-10-03T23:20:07.994Z Bear attack leaves 2 people injured outside their home in Idaho, authorities say A young bear left two people injured outside their home in a small Idaho town on Friday, authorities said. The attack happened around 3:30 in the morning in the Sunset Heights subdivision near Salmon, Idaho, which has a population of just over 3,000. One of the victims was taken by helicopter to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, according to Idaho Fish and Game. VICIOUS BEAR MAULS COUPLE UNTIL THEIR FRENCH BULLDOG INTERVENES WITH TRAGIC CONSEQUENCES "Idaho Fish and Game was notified by the Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office and mobilized the IDFG Wildlife Human Attack Response Team to secure the scene," the department said. Authorities later found the bear, its sibling, and who was believed to be their mother, using a professional houndsman to track them and euthanized all three of them. "To prevent bears from coming into your house, you must remove outdoor food smells, secure all potential entry points, and use deterrents around your property," the sheriff's office said on Friday. ALASKA RUNNER HOSPITALIZED AFTER USING BEAR SPRAY TO FIGHT OFF BROWN BEAR ON ALASKA TRAIL The department advised people to secure food and trash, lock up garbage, clean outdoor grills, remove bird feeders and outdoor pet food, manage fruit trees, block entry points, keep windows and doors shut and use deterrent mats. The pair were attacked while on their porch, according to KTVB-TV. CALIFORNIA COUPLE FIGHTS OFF 70-POUND BLACK BEAR WITH HATCHET AND WATER BOTTLE OUTSIDE THEIR HOME In July, a jogger with his dog was attacked by a bear while in a state park in Fremont County, south-east of Lemhi County. The jogger was able to walk out on his own and his dog wasn’t hurt. The bear wasn’t found. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac18b4f75342cf4db8b9999 Human NFL analyst extends lead over GPT with 9-6 record heading into Week 4 predictions te 2026-10-03T23:10:07.435Z Human NFL analyst extends lead over GPT with 9-6 record heading into Week 4 predictions The robot finally had a winning week. Unfortunately for the robot, I had a better one. I went 4-1 in Week 3 and added 3.06 units, bringing my season record to 9-6 and putting me in the black at +2.82 units. GPT managed its first winning card, going 3-2 for a profit of 0.89 units. It is now 5-10 and down 5.61 units through three weeks. Also, I have finished ahead of GPT in units every week. We also settled our Week 3 disagreement in my favor. I took Pittsburgh getting points against Cincinnati, while GPT laid them with the Bengals and the Steelers won outright. Chalk up a major win for humanity. NFL WEEK 3 SUNDAY TAKEAWAYS: PATRIOTS HAVE A MAYE PROBLEM, CHARGERS HIT ROCK BOTTOM AND COWBOYS CRUMBLE We've got two more disagreements this week, and I could spoil them right now, but you'll have to keep reading. This is what's known in the business as a "tease." The rules remain the same. ChatGPT and I each make our five best bets using the same set of odds, and no selection can be priced worse than -120. Every wager is sized to win one unit, which means a bet at -110 risks 1.10 units to win one, while a bet at +110 risks 0.91 units to win one. Odds were captured Saturday, Oct. 3, at 3 p.m. ET. Before we get to the Week 4 picks, let’s review last week. I felt pretty good about this card and most of the picks hit without much sweat. I'm still annoyed that the Bucs played as badly as they did, although I'm going to complain that referees certainly didn't do them any favors. I didn't love the Bills pick and, honestly, they didn't deserve to cover with five turnovers. But the Chargers are just that bad, I guess. The Jags and Raiders picks look great in hindsight, but I tried to warn GPT about backing the Bengals against the Steelers. The Rams and Broncos combined for 56 points, so that was a complete whiff. DAN: 9-6, +2.82 units GPT: 5-10, -5.61 units Jacksonville Jaguars at Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: A week after betting against the Bengals (and winning), I'm going to flip the script and back Cincinnati. This game perfectly fits my NFL gambling philosophy: fade what you saw most recently. The Bengals lost to the Steelers and the Jaguars pounded the Patriots. Suddenly, everyone seems all-in on Jacksonville, but I just don't see it. The Jags are OK, but I still think the Bengals are better and I'm laying less than a field goal for the home squad. GPT’s analysis: Getting Cincinnati below a field goal at home is the strongest argument for your pick, and Burrow’s protection gives the Bengals a way to attack Jacksonville’s pass rush. My disagreement comes from Jacksonville’s performance on both sides of the ball, not simply its blowout of New England. Cincinnati’s defensive injuries also concern me, with Kyle Dugger out and Bryan Cook and B.J. Hill questionable. At +125, I prefer Jacksonville’s outright-win potential to laying points with the Bengals. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Green Bay Packers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: OK, hear me out. I know I said I was off the Bucs, like, five days ago. But I reserve the right to change my mind whenever I want. If you don't like it, read someone else. Just kidding, don't do that. I need the pageviews. In all seriousness, the Bucs should benefit from playing in the Tampa heat because they can run the ball and the Packers simply can't. Backing rookie Jalon Daniels in his first NFL start is a risk with Baker Mayfield out, but this bet is more about the ground game than the quarterback. Long, sustained drives will wear out the Green Bay defense in the potentially extreme humidity, and I think Tampa can put a few of those together to keep this game within a field goal. GPT’s analysis: Tampa Bay’s running game against Green Bay’s vulnerable front is a reasonable way to keep this close, especially with Bucky Irving cleared to play. My concern remains rookie Jalon Daniels replacing Baker Mayfield, who has been ruled out. Getting even money helps, but a three-point Tampa Bay loss would produce a push. Green Bay’s offensive-line injuries make me reluctant to back the Packers, but Tampa Bay’s quarterback uncertainty keeps the Bucs outside my five. New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: I'm not going to pretend that I'm not concerned about Drake Maye. He has looked legitimately BAD at times this season. But I don't think he's as bad as he's looked and he's due for a bounce-back performance. The Bills are very good, but they haven't exactly been blowing opponents out this year. In a division matchup where the Pats are a desperate team, I like catching a full touchdown. GPT’s analysis: Buffalo’s defense gives New England a route to staying within a touchdown, and the Patriots’ defense is a better argument for this bet than their recent scores might suggest. The concern is the offense: Drake Maye has one touchdown pass and six interceptions, with protection problems around him. At -115, I am paying a meaningful price to count on a rebound. I passed on the Patriots, but Buffalo -7 did not make my card either. Miami Dolphins at Minnesota Vikings, Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET Dan’s analysis: I might have to patent the "Dan Z.'s Plug Your Nose and Hit 'Place Bet' Bet of the Week." Wait, that doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, does it? Whatever, it doesn't matter. I've apparently made a habit of giving out at least one bet per week that feels awful to place. First it was the Browns +8 in Week 2, then the Giants -2½ last week. Both covered, so the "plug your nose" picks are 2-0. I don't think the Vikings are good enough to lay double digits against anyone, and that includes the abysmal Dolphins. Prove me right, Miami. GPT’s analysis: Justin Jefferson being ruled out strengthens the argument against asking Minnesota to win by double digits. The problem is whether Miami can produce enough offense without De’Von Achane to stay within the number. At +10, my projected 23-13 Minnesota win would push your bet. I still prefer the under, although a competitive, low-scoring game could reward both selections. Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints, Monday Night Football Dan’s analysis: I think people are overrating the Falcons after they rolled over the lowly Packers in primetime and I don't think people have come around yet on how good this Saints offense has looked. Michael Penix Jr. returned, but he honestly wasn't that impressive and missed multiple throws. Tyler Shough, on the other hand, has been incredibly impressive. The Saints had a bad loss against the Raiders last week, but they led by 11 in the second half. They also were a two-point conversion away from upsetting the Lions. I just think the Saints are better than the Falcons and they're barely favored at home. To me, this spread is simply incorrect and should be Saints -3. I'll happily lay 1½ instead, though. GPT’s analysis: Shough’s production and home field give New Orleans a reasonable case, and a two-point Saints victory would cover this spread. I prefer Atlanta’s running game and extra rest, particularly with New Orleans ruling out Kaden Elliss, Carl Granderson and Anfernee Jennings. Those absences strengthen the matchup for Bijan Robinson and make it harder to pressure Michael Penix Jr. At +115, I would rather back Atlanta to win outright than lay 1½ points with the Saints. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER For full transparency, I used GPT-6 Pro, powered by GPT-6 Astra, and set the thinking effort to Max. Then, I fed it the OddsChecker board as it appeared Saturday at 3 p.m. ET and gave it the following prompt: "Pick your five best bets for Week 4 based on the odds provided. No bet can be priced worse than -120. Review every spread, total and moneyline that falls within those parameters and determine whether it belongs among your five picks. Explain exactly why you’re selecting each of the five bets. Also explain exactly why you’re passing on the eligible bets you don’t select. Use at least 10 different sources for each game so you have a broad understanding of everything surrounding each game. Before delivering the results, do a fact-check and ensure that everything is correct." After nearly 30 minutes of thinking, here’s what it came up with. Arizona Cardinals at New York Giants, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: The Giants have gone two games without an offensive touchdown, and Jameis Winston has struggled to sustain their passing game. Losing Brian Burns to a torn ACL further weakens a pass rush that had produced only one sack through three games. That gives Jacoby Brissett a favorable opportunity to move Arizona’s offense. The Cardinals’ own defensive problems are the main risk, but the number matters: a three-point Arizona win is enough to cover. GPT’s projected score: Cardinals 24, Giants 20 Dan’s analysis: I don't have much to say on this game. I didn't bet it and I won't spend a lot of time watching it. Good luck, GPT! Jacksonville Jaguars at Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: Jacksonville’s early efficiency has been strong on both sides, and Trevor Lawrence has seven touchdown passes against two interceptions. Cincinnati’s wins came against Tampa Bay and Houston, both 0-3, before its defense struggled against Pittsburgh. The Bengals’ protection and Joe Burrow’s ability to punish a weak pass rush remain serious concerns. Still, +125 requires an outright win less than half the time to break even. I prefer that return to Jacksonville +2½ at even money. GPT’s projected score: Jaguars 27, Bengals 24 Dan’s analysis: Well, since I'm backing the Bengals, I obviously hate this pick. If you want to see why, just read my take from earlier in the article! Miami Dolphins at Minnesota Vikings, Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET GPT’s analysis: Miami’s struggling offense is now without De’Von Achane, while Minnesota has allowed only three offensive touchdowns through three games. The Vikings’ own offense has been inefficient, and Justin Jefferson has now been ruled out with an ankle injury. Minnesota can control this game defensively without producing a large total. Miami’s poor defense and the possibility of defensive or return touchdowns remain the main risks. GPT’s projected score: Vikings 23, Dolphins 13 Dan’s analysis: I hope this game goes under because a low-scoring game should give my Dolphins +10 bet a better chance to cash. Good luck, GPT! (And this time I actually mean that.) Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers, Sunday Night Football GPT’s analysis: Carolina placed both starting cornerbacks, Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson, on injured reserve, creating a favorable matchup for Jared Goff and Detroit’s receivers. The Lions’ offensive line also improved with Christian Mahogany and Blake Miller back against the Jets, allowing only two pressures. Carolina has additional offensive injury concerns, although Bryce Young practiced fully. Detroit’s vulnerable defense creates a late-cover risk, but I trust its offense to exploit the depleted secondary and win by more than a field goal. GPT’s projected score: Lions 31, Panthers 24 Dan’s analysis: The Lions have been a little too shaky for me to lay more than a field goal on the road, but I don't really trust the Panthers, either. This game is just a no for me, dawg. Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints, Monday Night Football GPT’s analysis: Atlanta gets extra rest after its Thursday win over Green Bay, and Penix’s return improved the offense. Bijan Robinson’s running game faces a Saints defense missing Kaden Elliss, Carl Granderson and Anfernee Jennings, while Atlanta’s pass rush can challenge an offense that has allowed 10 sacks. Shough’s production and New Orleans’ home field remain concerns. At +115, Atlanta needs to win 46.5% of settled decisions to break even, and I favor the Falcons’ matchup advantages at that payout. GPT’s projected score: Falcons 24, Saints 23 Dan’s analysis: Well, since I'm backing the Saints, I obviously hate this pick. If you want to see why, just read my take from earlier in the article! I know I wrote the same thing under the Bengals/Jags bet too, but this article is getting long and I'm getting tired. OK, that's it for Week 4! Check back next week to see whether GPT can stack together two straight winning weeks and to see if I can build on a 4-1 card. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac188fe75342cf4db8b994a TSA agents are losing their checkpoint chairs in a controversial new move te 2026-10-03T23:00:14.385Z TSA agents are losing their checkpoint chairs in a controversial new move The next time airport travelers hand over their ID at a security checkpoint, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officer they encounter may be standing instead of sitting. The TSA has directed the officers assigned to verify passengers' identification to remain on their feet, saying the new rule is intended to reinforce security and create a more welcoming experience. The union representing workers, however, argues it could negatively affect both safety and comfort. POPULAR PANTRY STAPLE COULD GET YOU STOPPED AT AIRPORT SECURITY UNDER LITTLE-KNOWN TSA RULE "This welcome change reinforces both our security posture and our commitment to hospitality by having these officers on their feet and alert," the agency said in a statement to multiple news outlets. "All officers must meet fitness for duty requirements to be capable of performing their vital national security function," it added. The move comes nearly two months after TSA Administrator David Cummins took the helm of the agency and launched an initiative to improve the passenger experience. The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) TSA Council 100, which represents TSA officers, criticized the new policy, saying it was not consulted before the change was implemented at most TSA-staffed airports across the U.S. TRAVELERS CLASH AFTER TSA SHARES SURPRISING GUIDANCE ABOUT AIRPORT ETIQUETTE Not all U.S. airports are staffed by TSA officers, however. About 20 airports, including San Francisco International Airport and Kansas City International Airport, use private security screeners under the TSA's Screening Partnership Program. The union has reportedly argued the chairs provide basic ergonomic and safety support for officers who spend long hours standing and walking on hard floors, and said it plans to challenge the change. "The hard floors they are standing on do not offer any support, which can cause foot and back issues," said Daniel Bubb, Ph.D., a commercial aviation professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Bubb, who was previously an airline customer service representative and performed airport security duties, said providing anti-fatigue mats for officers on their feet could help reduce strain from standing on hard airport floors. The policy applies only to officers assigned to check passengers' IDs before security screening, according to reports.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Officers who operate X-ray scanners for carry-ons may continue to do so while seated, and TSA officers typically rotate through several checkpoint assignments during an eight-hour shift, a spokesperson for the agency told The New York Times. Gary Leff, a Texas-based travel industry expert and author of the blog "View From the Wing," told Fox News Digital he does not expect the change to have much impact on airports or passengers during their travel experience. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "As a passenger, I don’t care whether the person checking my ID is sitting," Leff said. "They should be paying attention, treating passengers with respect and moving the line efficiently." He added, "I’m not sure a stool is a problem." Fox News Digital reached out to the TSA for additional comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac188f975342cf4db8b991f Flagstaff shut out for second straight game against Bradshaw Mountain te 2026-10-03T23:00:09.154Z Flagstaff shut out for second straight game against Bradshaw Mountain The Eagles took their sixth straight loss of the season to defending region champion Bradshaw Mountain on Friday in the Walkup Skydome. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac188f775342cf4db8b9916 NAU lacrosse volunteers help launch Northern Arizona’s first youth league play day te 2026-10-03T23:00:07.696Z NAU lacrosse volunteers help launch Northern Arizona’s first youth league play day Local and NAU lacrosse players volunteered to help lead Northern Arizona Youth Lacrosse’s first regional play day last Sunday in Sedona. It's next event will take place at NAU later this month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac188f675342cf4db8b990d Raths breaks 1,000 career receiving yards; Coconino holds off Mingus Union on Homecoming te 2026-10-03T23:00:06.332Z Raths breaks 1,000 career receiving yards; Coconino holds off Mingus Union on Homecoming Austin Raths became the fourth player in Coconino history to reach 1,000 career receiving yards, doing so on a 75-yard touchdown as the Panthers led early in a Homecoming win against Mingus Union. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac17f9875342cf4db8b97fd Cult-favorite movie's iconic Route 66 cafe faces uncertain future as highway turns 100 te 2026-10-03T22:20:08.865Z Cult-favorite movie's iconic Route 66 cafe faces uncertain future as highway turns 100 One of Route 66's best-known California landmarks is fighting to keep its doors open as America's "Mother Road" celebrates its 100th anniversary. The Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs has welcomed travelers from around the world for decades, but its future remains uncertain following the death of longtime owner Andrea Pruett in January and years of financial struggles that forced the closure of its kitchen. The quirky Mojave Desert spot, which is covered with dollar bills, flags, license plates and jerseys from around the world, became internationally famous after inspiring the 1987 German film "Bagdad Cafe." MAN REMORTGAGES HOME TO ENSURE BELOVED PUB REMAINS COMMUNITY CORNERSTONE Visitors can visit the cafe for photos and souvenirs, like T-shirts — which have become one of the its main sources of income — but it no longer serves food as the owners work to raise money and restore the kitchen and septic system. It also sells replica boomerangs designed by Alan Scott Craig, who appeared in the film, according to the cafe's website. TEXAS BBQ JOINT TAKES DRASTIC STEP AS SOARING BEEF PRICES DEVOUR RESTAURANT Many American visitors stop because of the highway's history, while European tourists, particularly from France, often make the trip because of the 1987 film, a worker told Fox News Digital. The cafe has accumulated about 40 guest books filled with messages from visitors over the decades, he said. Pruett owned the cafe for more than 30 years and became known for greeting travelers from around the globe. Those who worked alongside her welcoming visitors with a smile and sometimes climbing onto the counter to sing with French tourists visiting the cafe. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Before her death at age 85, she wrote in a GoFundMe post that international tourists and tour buses once accounted for roughly 80% of the business before the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cafe to shut its doors temporarily. When it reopened, it could only offer cold drinks instead of meals. But the pandemic hasn't been the cafe's only struggle. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Years of roof leaks left rainwater pouring into the 1950s-era building, threatening the memorabilia left behind by visitors over the decades, KTLA reported. In 2024, supporters raised enough money through a GoFundMe fundraiser to replace the roof and interior ceiling. A separate GoFundMe is now seeking donations to reopen the cafe's kitchen and upgrade its septic system. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES The next goal is reopening the kitchen before preserving the historic stop for future travelers, according to the cafe's website. The Pruett family has said it is still determining the landmark's long-term future, the Los Angeles Times reported, but the cafe remains open daily for visitors looking to experience the iconic stop along historic Route 66 upon its centennial year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac17f9375342cf4db8b97d0 NPA girls soccer blows out Holbrook as final stretch commences te 2026-10-03T22:20:03.852Z NPA girls soccer blows out Holbrook as final stretch commences The Spartans took care of Holbrook on Friday in blowout fashion thanks to four goals from Ellysia Martinez and stellar defensive play as the season hits its homestretch. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac17ae975342cf4db8b9758 Underdog UFC Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Your UFC 332 Picks te 2026-10-03T22:00:09.191Z Underdog UFC Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Your UFC 332 Picks If fighting is your thing, then you won’t want to miss the UFC 332 night with headliners Silva vs. Wang. If betting is your thing, Underdog has the offer for you! Wager on UFC 332 and use promo code FOXNEWS to earn $100 in bonus bets from a $5 wager. The main card features Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong. The books seem to think this is going to be a win for Cong, but with Silva having prepared longer, perhaps she can make the upset. Silva was originally supposed to fight someone else, so she had known about this bout for much longer. Cong came in after the original fighter vacated her title due to injury. Which will hoist the belt after the bout?  The undercard features some intriguing matches as well. One that stands out is Ateba Gautier vs. Roman Kopylov. Gautier has the size and reach advantage over Kopylov and will look to keep his distance and attack at opportune times. He has a record of 11-1-0 over his career with five straight wins and four of them being via KO/TKO. His last match was in May when he knocked out Ozzy Diaz in the second round.  Trying to battle Gautier is Kopylov. For his career, he is a striker with a record of 15-5-0. The Russian has won 12 of his 15 matches by (T)KO. He has lost two of his past three fights, dropping both by unanimous decision. 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His last two matches saw him win via unanimous decision. He lost to Raoni Barcelos between his other two wins, which were both by KO/TKO. This is his first match this year, but it is unlikely that he will be rusty, as the books have him as a heavy favorite.  Tonight is a great UFC card, and the books want you to get in on the action. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users a chance to gain $350 in FanCash with a $20 bet using promo code FOXNEWS350.  *Odds subject to change* Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1788f75342cf4db8b96e5 FanDuel Promo Code: Get a $250 Bonus for UFC 332 te 2026-10-03T21:50:07.274Z FanDuel Promo Code: Get a $250 Bonus for UFC 332 Saturday is normally a day in October when you think about College Football, but tonight, set your eyes on the ring as UFC 332 takes place in Salt Lake City. 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His last two matches were won in the first round.  His opponent tonight is Esteban Ribovics. In his career, Ribovics has gone 16-3-0 with a perfect 8-0 (T)KO mark. He is also 5-1 in submissions. His last few fights have been a bit of a mixed bag, with the most recent being a win via TKO/KO in the second round in August. Prior to that, he was 2-2 over those four matches and saw himself lose via submission and split decision, as well as win one via unanimous decision and one via split decision.  The unanimous decision for tonight is to get in on FanDuel’s offer. They are giving you a $50 bonus bet token for a $5 wager when you bet on UFC 332. Repeat that process over the next five days and you’ll earn $250 in bonus bets.  *Odds subject to change* Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1788e75342cf4db8b96dc Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWSDYW: Get 10x 100% Profit Boosts for UFC 332 te 2026-10-03T21:50:06.509Z Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWSDYW: Get 10x 100% Profit Boosts for UFC 332 What a glorious sports day we have ahead of us. It starts off with college football in the morning, playoff baseball in the afternoon, NHL all day, and then UFC 332. Does it get better than this? It does, thanks to Caesars Sportsbook and their promo code FOXNEWSDYW, which enables new users to get 10 Double Your Winnings profit boost bets.  There are a variety of great matches on the card tonight, and picking just one to focus on would be a challenge. The main event is always the first that stands out, and that is between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong. Those two are fighting for the Women’s Flyweight title, with both hoping to claim the belt.  Some of the other fights on the card are between Deiveson Figueiredo and Payton Talbott in the Bantamweight division. Talbott is the heavy favorite in this one and looks to use his MMA style to secure the victory. King Green and Esteban Ribovics will fight in the Lightweight division, with the younger Ribovics expected to win.  The Welterweight battle between Roberto Soldic and Khaos Williams might be the best of the entire card. Soldic comes in with a 21-4-0 record and has been 3-1-1 over his last five matches. However, he hasn’t fought since February 2025, and this is just his fifth match since September 2021.  Khoas Williams is looking to cause, well, chaos for Soldic. An MMA tactician, Williams is 16-5-0 in his career, with the majority of victories coming by (T)KO. His last five matches have seen him go 3-2, with the losses being via unanimous decision and submission. 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Her last fight was in January, and it was a unanimous decision against Ros Namajunas. Actually, her past five fights have all gone the distance and been wins by decision. She is very well versed in Taekwondo, and looking to capture the title.  On the other side of the ring is Wang Cong. She doesn’t have as many fights under her belt, but should not be underestimated. She is a striker and will look to get as many good shots in as she can. Her last match was in July and was a victory by decision. She won the previous three fights to that one in the same fashion. Look for her to turn this into a boxing match as much as possible. This match was originally scheduled for Valentina Shevchenko to face Silva, but due to an injury, Shevchenko had to vacate the title, and now Cong gets her shot. It should be a great match despite both having less time to prepare for each other.  To get in on the fight, bet365 is offering users a chance to bet $10 and earn $200 in bonus bets. Fanatics is also offering you a chance to wager $20 on the match and get $350 in bonus bets when you use promo code FOXNEWS350.  *Odds subject to change* Silva vs Cong Method of Victory Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1718a75342cf4db8b95d9 White Sox closer Grant Taylor records rare four-inning save as Chicago steals Game 1 of ALDS over Guardians te 2026-10-03T21:20:10.642Z White Sox closer Grant Taylor records rare four-inning save as Chicago steals Game 1 of ALDS over Guardians Pope Leo XIV was looking over the Chicago White Sox pitching staff on Saturday afternoon. The White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 at Progressive Field to take Game 1 of the ALDS. White Sox manager Will Venable deployed a bullpen game to begin the series, and his pitching staff was fantastic. Grant Taylor led the way with a Herculean effort, pitching the final four innings of the game in the longest outing of his career and earning a rare four-inning save. It was the first four-inning save in a postseason game since Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. accomplished the feat in 2017 against the New York Yankees in the ALCS. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE In four innings, Taylor struck out six hitters and yielded just two hits. It was a rare game where the pitcher who finished the game for the winning team pitched more innings than the starter. Hagen Smith was the opener for the White Sox, and he was cruising until he wasn’t. After retiring the first eight batters he faced, he walked three consecutive batters to load the bases. Venable had seen enough from Smith and turned the ball over to lefty Bryan Hudson to face left-handed hitter Chase DeLauter. Hudson escaped the jam by inducing a weak flyout from DeLauter to keep the game scoreless through three innings. However, two batters later, the game was no longer scoreless. White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas led off the top of the fourth inning with a line-drive single to left field, and first baseman Munetaka Murakami followed with the first postseason home run of his career. The Japanese star turned on Parker Messick’s 93-mph fastball and crushed it 440 feet into the right-field seats, giving the White Sox a 2-0 lead. Vargas and Murakami were the first two White Sox baserunners against Messick in the game. The Guardians threatened again in the fourth inning. Venable brought in Jordan Hicks to begin the inning, and Hicks retired the first two batters he faced before walking Nathaniel Lowe. Venable then went to the bullpen again, bringing in lefty Anthony Kay with a runner on first and two outs to face left-handed hitter Travis Bazzana. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! However, Kay immediately got into further trouble. Bazzana ripped a double down the line, and Kay then walked catcher Austin Hedges to load the bases. Despite raising the blood pressure of White Sox fans, Kay escaped the inning unscathed, preserving the 2-0 lead by getting shortstop Bryan Rocchio to fly out to right field to end the threat. The White Sox chased Messick in the top of the fifth inning after Colson Montgomery’s single. Messick struck out six hitters while yielding two runs on four hits and two walks in 4 1/3 innings of work. Guardians manager Stephen Vogt turned to Daniel Espino with one out and a runner on first to try to keep the deficit at two, and it worked beautifully as second baseman Chase Meidroth grounded into a double play to end the top of the fifth inning. Kay stayed in for the bottom of the fifth inning and shut down the top of the Guardians’ order with a 1-2-3 inning. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! The White Sox threatened in the top of the sixth inning after Tristan Peters singled and Vargas walked. Vogt pulled Espino from the game and brought in Erik Sabrowski. With runners on first and second and no outs, Sabrowski struck out Murakami for the first out of the inning and then induced an unconventional double play. Tommy Pham hit a deep fly ball to left field, and left fielder Ángel Martínez leaped at the wall to make a fantastic catch before the ball reached the outfield wall. Martínez then fired the ball back to first base to double off Vargas, who was well off the bag anticipating an extra-base hit. The White Sox challenged the call, believing the ball hit the outfield wall before Martínez caught it, but the call stood. Venable then turned to his bullpen for what ended up being the final time, bringing in Taylor, who worked a scoreless bottom of the sixth inning. In the top of the seventh inning, the White Sox added a key insurance run. Shortstop Colson Montgomery was at the plate with catcher Kyle Teel, who had walked earlier in the inning, on first base with two outs. With left-handed pull hitter Montgomery at the plate, the Guardians’ defense was shaded toward the first-base side of the infield. Montgomery then hit it where the defenders weren’t, hitting a weak ground ball at just 64 mph off the bat down the third-base line. Teel, who isn’t fleet of foot, scored from first base on Montgomery’s cue shot. It was a close play at the plate, but Hedges couldn’t corral Martínez’s throw from left field, giving the White Sox a 3-0 lead. Venable left Taylor in for a second inning of work in the bottom of the seventh, and the right-hander once again pitched a scoreless frame, frustrating the raucous Guardians crowd. After Guardians reliever Tim Herrin kept the White Sox off the board in the top of the eighth inning, Taylor did the same with an efficient bottom half. Vogt brought in closer Cade Smith in the ninth inning to keep the deficit at three, which he did. Vogt used his top bullpen arms to keep the game close, but it didn’t matter, as the Guardians’ offense was held scoreless. The Guardians had just three hits and drew five walks in the loss. The White Sox will look to take another game on the road on Sunday at 5 p.m. ET, while the Guardians look to even the series. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1718975342cf4db8b95d0 South Carolina mom couldn't remember last time she fed 2 daughters before they were found dead: affidavit te 2026-10-03T21:20:09.937Z South Carolina mom couldn't remember last time she fed 2 daughters before they were found dead: affidavit A South Carolina mother told investigators she could not remember the last time she gave her two young daughters food or something to drink before deputies found both children dead inside their home, according to affidavits reviewed by Fox News Digital. Justine Marie May, 31, faces two counts of homicide by child abuse in connection with the Sept. 29 deaths of her daughters at the family's home in Ladson, outside Charleston, court documents show. Charleston County Sheriff's Office deputies responding to a welfare check allegedly encountered May outside the home crying and "speaking incoherently," according to the affidavits. OHIO MOM OF 16 CRADLES STOMACH IN COURT, PLEADS NOT GUILTY IN SEVERE ABUSE CASE INVOLVING OWN CHILDREN Deputies entered the home to check on the children and found both dead, the documents state. May told detectives the previous two weeks had been a "blur" and that she could not remember when she last fed the children or gave them something to drink, according to the affidavits. She allegedly told investigators she believed the children died because they did not eat and acknowledged that not feeding them was neglectful, the documents state. May also said she had been the only person at the home and the children's sole caregiver during the previous few weeks. FLORIDA COUPLE ALLEGEDLY HELD FOUR CHILDREN IN TRACTOR-TRAILER CAB FOR NEARLY SIX YEARS The affidavits describe the children as approximately 1½ and 2½ years old at the time of their deaths. Investigators accused May of showing "extreme indifference for human life" by failing to provide her children with basic sustenance, which they alleged was a "main contributor to their death." Separate arrest warrants were issued for each child, charging May with homicide by child abuse under South Carolina law. ‘THIS IS REAL BAD’: 911 CALL REVEALS FRANTIC MOMENTS AFTER AUTISTIC DAUGHTER, 5, VANISHED IN SOUTH CAROLINA The Charleston County Sheriff's Office said deputies had made separate contact with May and the children twice in August and three times in September and reported seeing no obvious signs of concern during those encounters, according to published reports. Their last reported visit while the children were alive was Sept. 20. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office of Professional Standards is conducting an internal review of the agency's response, while the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division's Special Victims Unit and the Department of Child Fatalities are assisting in the investigation, according to published reports. May was booked into the Charleston County jail on Sept. 29 and remained in custody as of Friday, according to online jail records reviewed by Fox News Digital. The records list two homicide by child abuse charges. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac16f2f75342cf4db8b9575 Chris Rock shreds 'woke 1.0' era, compares modern outrage to Salem witch hunts te 2026-10-03T21:10:07.602Z Chris Rock shreds 'woke 1.0' era, compares modern outrage to Salem witch hunts Chris Rock is getting candid about the importance of forgiveness in a world so quick to cancel others. During a recent appearance on "The Daily" podcast, the 61-year-old comedian discussed his issues with "wokeness," saying that while advocating for marginalized people and giving them a voice is great, it needs to come with forgiveness. "The problem with wokeness is we're in the Old Testament right now," he said. "And the Old Testament has no forgiveness. The Old Testament didn't work. So they had to write a remix called the New Testament." Host David Marchese then asked if he thought there was "anything redeeming" that came out of the post-George Floyd era, which he referred to as "woke 1.0," since Democratic politicians now seem to be straying further from that ideology now. SKILLET'S JOHN COOPER SAYS WOKE ACTIVISTS HAVE 'BIG HEARTS' BUT ARE 'HURTING THEMSELVES' The "Grown Ups" star reiterated his position that "it's great to help those that need help," but noted the problem comes "when you institutionalize it." "The Salem witch hunts. I'm sure the first three witches they caught were actually f- - -ing witches," he said. "But then you open up a witch office and now you've got to start lying. Now you've gotta f- - - ing make s- - - up because you've got overhead. You've got to justify the witch hunters f - - -ing pensions and s- - -." He explained that just because he advocates for forgiveness, it "doesn't mean condoning abusive behavior. You can reprimand your friends," adding that holding them accountable is "also part of friendship." "If you’re only friends with your friends when they’re good, they’re not your friends," he said. While he admits there is room for improvement when it comes to cancel culture and wokeness, he noted he is "glad that all of this stuff happened," as it allowed for certain voices to be heard which otherwise may not have been. Kaivan Shroff — a former Hillary Clinton campaign staffer – disagreed with Rock, telling Fox News Digital the comedian "is oversimplifying this in a way that is pretty self-serving." GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "Sometimes the problem is not that people ‘took a joke out of context.’ Often the context is perfectly clear and the comedian knows exactly who the joke is aimed at, knows a lot of people will find it offensive, and is counting on that discomfort to make the material feel edgy or viral," Shroff said. "You don’t get to use outrage as part of the act and then act shocked when the outrage follows." Rock is currently promoting his new film, "Misty Green," which he wrote and directed in addition to starring in it. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The film follows an award-winning actress, Misty Green, who is working hard to make a comeback after years of watching her career slowly fade away, with Rock portraying a casting director who once worked with the actress. "I'm really into expiration dates. I have a lot of friends who are in their 50s or whatever and there's this thing everybody tells you, ‘You can do art forever.’ And that's just not true," he said. "And a lot of show business has, like you've got to reach certain plateaus by a certain time or else you're going to be in trouble. So yeah, Misty is turning 40 and there's a little bit of an expiration date happening here. I wanted to do a movie about Hollywood. I wanted to do a movie about the expiration dates we all have." He said he also wanted to make a movie about Los Angeles, calling it a "tale of two cities," noting that while there is "sunshine and palm trees," people are also "constantly walking over homeless people." The actor previously spoke about the message he wanted to get across when making the film, telling Variety in September that much of the movie is about Los Angeles, which he called a "complicated place" that "attracts an underbelly that people want to pretend doesn’t exist." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "A lot of it’s about L.A. L.A. has got very wonky priorities," he said. "There’s a real estate office on the same street as The Ivy on Robertson, and in the window, there are houses for $30-$40 million. In the window. But there’s a homeless guy sleeping right outside. The movie is about that crazy dichotomy." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac16f2e75342cf4db8b956c The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers' new music about faith, Americana praised by conservatives, Christians te 2026-10-03T21:10:06.762Z The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers' new music about faith, Americana praised by conservatives, Christians Conservatives are praising The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers and his new album, "Thrasher," which leans into country western elements and religion. Flowers is best known as the lead singer of The Killers, who achieved global fame in the mid-2000s following the release of their multi-platinum debut album, "Hot Fuss," which featured hits like "Mr. Brightside." Flowers, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has drawn cultural attention with an album centered on Americana, family, and a spiritual yearning for God amid a troubled world. "Two things can be true at the same time. The fact that I love new wave and rock and roll has been well documented. But a life is long enough to allow for more. Walt Whitman said it best, ‘I am large. I contain multitudes,’" Flowers said in a trailer for the album. The promotional footage features him driving a classic convertible on a desert highway interspersed with shots of truck stops, diners, ranches, and American flags. "Well, I'm larger now than I was 20 years ago," he continued. "And I've unlocked a room that feels like it's been waiting for me all along. Country-western music, my father's music. It has offered itself to me and the stories I have to tell at the moment with a breezy enthusiasm." SKILLET’S JOHN COOPER SAYS CHRISTIANS WHO CALL ROCK MUSIC ‘DEMONIC’ ARE ‘GETTING THE GOSPEL WRONG’ He noted that this album was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, clarifying that he is not running away from rock music or his old songs, but rather, "found room for more." The album's focal track, "An American Dream," gained traction following a viral broadcast performance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon." The song explores Americana and the illusion of fame as a form of fool's gold, juxtaposed with the value of family and salvation. In the lyrics, Flowers sings about being on the open road while yearning for home, feeling a deep nostalgia for a bygone era, and encountering a roadside billboard that asks, "Where would I spend my eternity?" He later described being picked up by Elvis Presley — as he looked in his 1968 comeback tour — driving a Tesla model X and sober. Elvis laughs when asked if fame was worth it, but cries when mentioning his daughter, eventually handing over the keys and saying, "Put it on Jesus."  The recurring chorus then finishes off the song, "Gold and silver, God and glitter. Lights that flicker on hubcap chrome. On the road to Heaven. In Strauss and Stetson. Swimming pools of horsepower. Take me back home." SINGER ZACH TOP SLAMS MODERN COUNTRY MUSIC, SAYS IT LACKS 'SOUL' The release arrives amid a broader, well-documented resurgence of country-western culture, spearheaded by stars like Ella Langley topping the charts. National Review contributing editor Daniel Foster talked about the song as one built on a rough American nostalgia. "The tune itself is great. A hook precision-engineered for bar sing-alongs and a lyric full of James Ellroy, Cormac McCarthy-level American arcana and myth (‘Strauss and Stetson,’ ‘an ad for the Red Man,’ and Elvis Presley in ‘jet-black ’68 comeback leather’)," he wrote. "It’s also fully, unapologetically a song about God — a distinctively American, distinctively American West God, which makes sense since Flowers’s God is Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints." CCM Magazine, a Christian music news outlet, also wrote an extensive review of the album. While he is of a different Christian denomination, Logan Sekulow of CCM Magazine credited Flowers for his frequent references to biblical concepts and images. "[M]arketed ‘Christian’ artists should take note, that Thrasher and the catalogue of Flowers/The Killers contain more direct references to Christ, heaven and biblical principles than you will find on many releases marketed specifically to Christian audiences outside of Worship music," he wrote. "This is the same songwriter who warned about a devil who doesn’t resemble Jesus in 'When You Were Young,' celebrated the sustaining power and rarity of a loving marriage in 'Dying Breed', and retold the emotional arc of the prodigal son in 'Fire in Bone.' Flowers has never treated faith like a decorative accessory. It is part of the architecture of his songwriting." HOLLYWOOD PRODUCER SPENT 25 YEARS PRAYING FOR TINSELTOWN, SAYS 'YOU CAN'T HATE THEM' He specifically praised the use of Elvis as a figure tied to worldly fame and yet yearning for God. "The King becomes something closer to a spiritual predecessor: another larger-than-life performer raised in church, caught between the sacred and the spectacular, now passing something down to the artist who followed him," Sekulow wrote. He then concluded, "The record reaches its destination in a great collision of ‘Gold and Silver, God and Glitter.’ That phrase could almost serve as a mission statement for Brandon Flowers’ Thrasher. Faith and fame, eternity and entertainment, heaven and hell, Las Vegas and Utah. It all finally makes sense when Elvis is there to throw him the keys as he offers one final word to his protégé: ‘put it on Jesus.’" Fox News Digital spoke to conservative culture critic Christian Toto, who called Flowers' performance of the song on "The Tonight Show," "Remarkable. Real. Raw. Passionate. Spiritual. Mesmerizing. Here's a veteran singer who seems to have a new lease on life." He also offered a suggestion as to why country music appears to be having a revival in recent years. "It's more stripped down than other music genres. We have some mighty talents at work at the moment, singers who connect with large, energetic groups of Americans. Morgan Wallen rushes to mind, a singer so popular he survived one of the nastiest, and most unfair, Cancel Culture attacks and only grew bigger," he said. "It's a genre that allows for God, for love, for spirituality, and for a hunger to touch dirty, get dirty and get back up again. With A.I. looming, and smart phones keeping us digitized, there's a greater need for something soulful and true." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac16cdd75342cf4db8b9531 Yankees Make 2026 ALDS Roster Decision On Aaron Judge te 2026-10-03T21:00:13.294Z Yankees Make 2026 ALDS Roster Decision On Aaron Judge Yankees captain Aaron Judge was left off the roster for New York's AL Division Series against the Tampa Bay Rays while he tries to work his way back from a calf injury. A three-time AL MVP, Judge hasn’t played since Sept. 16. Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn’t played since April 24 because of strained calf muscles in both legs, remained on the 26-man roster for the best-of-five series starting Saturday. Stanton was active for the Wild Card Series sweep of the Boston Red Sox but didn’t get in the games, which both turned into blowouts. Judge was sidelined by a fractured rib from May 31 to Sept. 8 and played in just seven games before straining his right calf. He was limited to 66 games this season and hit .241 with 18 homers, 41 RBIs and an .871 OPS, including .174 with one homer and three RBIs in September. Left-hander Ryan Weathers, sidelined with a left forearm flexor strain since Aug. 22, was added to the roster as an 11th pitcher. Utilityman Amed Rosario was dropped. He had two plate appearances in the Wild Card Series with a walk and a strikeout. Tampa Bay's 12 pitchers included right-hander Cole Susler and left-hander Steven Matz over right-handers Brody Hopkins, Casey Legumina and Manuel Rodriguez. Reporting by The Associated Press. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac16cdc75342cf4db8b9514 Lamine Yamal Scores Golazo And Spain's Unbeaten Streak Continues te 2026-10-03T21:00:12.415Z Lamine Yamal Scores Golazo And Spain's Unbeaten Streak Continues Lamine Yamal kept up his run of early goals in the Nations League when he put Spain ahead with a superb sixth-minute goal against Czechia on Saturday. Spain, winners of this summer's World Cup, have now gone 41 matches without a loss. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente shook his head in admiration and disbelief as Yamal cut inside down the right and unleashed a powerful curling shot with his left foot into the top left corner. Goalkeeper Antonín Kinský could not even get near the ball. This trademark Yamal strike followed the 19-year-old star's second-minute goals against Croatia in a 4-1 win on Tuesday and away to England in a 3-2 victory on Sept. 26. The Ballon d'Or contender has also been in outstanding form for defending La Liga champion Barcelona this season.  Reporting by The Associated Press. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac16cdb75342cf4db8b950b England Puts 7 Goals Past Croatia As Kane, Saka, Bellingham All Shine te 2026-10-03T21:00:11.616Z England Puts 7 Goals Past Croatia As Kane, Saka, Bellingham All Shine Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored two each as ruthless England crushed Croatia 7-0 away in the Nations League on Saturday. Ballon d’Or contender Kane extended his national record to 89 international goals. Left winger Anthony Gordon set up Jude Bellingham and grabbed one for himself. Substitute Morgan Rogers completed the rout in Rijeka. "It was very impressive, and we created so many chances. In the first 40 minutes we were so fluid right from the start. It just never stopped," England coach Thomas Tuchel said. "We just kept the pace up and played through the gaps. We were very, very clinical." Later in other League A play, World Cup champion Spain hosted Czechia in Oviedo and looked to make it 40 straight games unbeaten. Switzerland faced Slovenia and Scotland went to North Macedonia in League B matches. Kane put England ahead in the eighth minute, controlling a pass from Bellingham with the outside of his right foot and then curling the ball into the top left corner. Bellingham poked in Gordon's cross midway through the first half. Gordon stooped to head in Jarell Quansah's right-wing cross and Saka side-footed in England's fourth approaching halftime. After the break, Croatia's defense was sliced open again on a quick break and Elliot Anderson curled in a cross from the right and Kane slid in at the back post for a poacher's finish. "We’re at our best when we’re free, when we’re physically just overpowering," Kane said. "They couldn’t live with our pace, our movement, our runs." More bad defending saw Croatia unable to clear the ball and it ended up at the feet of Kane, who gifted Saka his second in the 68th. Rogers controlled Bellingham’s pass with his heel and slotted in from an angle. The result eclipsed England’s previous highest score against Croatia, 5-1 in World Cup qualifying in 2009 at Wembley. Tuchel’s England moved onto six points from three games. It was another tough match for Croatia coach Slaven Bilić following Tuesday's 4-1 loss in Spain. His side has conceded 12 goals in three matches. Luka Modric started the game in Rijeka but the 41-year-old looked frustrated by his team's sloppy performance. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac16a8075342cf4db8b94a3 Big money, bigger disaster: Minnesota exposes Michigan as Wolverines are latest example of wasted NIL funds te 2026-10-03T20:50:08.920Z Big money, bigger disaster: Minnesota exposes Michigan as Wolverines are latest example of wasted NIL funds Minnesota hadn’t beaten Michigan at home since 1977, but the "little brown jug" is staying in Minneapolis for the next calendar year thanks to a monster performance from the Gophers. I don't think it's hard to imagine the feelings right now from Wolverine donors, who dumped a ton of money into this roster, led by quarterback Bryce Underwood's massive paycheck he signed before stepping foot on campus in Ann Arbor. After losing to Iowa last weekend on the final play of the game, which was karma for how the Western Michigan game ended to start the season, the Wolverines have now dropped its second straight game in the Big Ten. CLOCK CONTROVERSY ALLOWS MICHIGAN WOLVERINES TO AVOID MASSIVE UPSET AGAINST WESTERN MICHIGAN And, it's not looking as if things are going to get any better for head coach Kyle Whittingham in his first season as head coach in Ann Arbor. It's a trainwreck, and Michigan donors have to be wondering how one team could waste so much money on a roster they were planning to see fight for a conference title. "Besides my marriage and kids being born, this might be the best day of my life," Minnesota coach PJ Fleck said postgame. That's right, PJ Fleck and the Gophers added to the misery on Saturday, forcing Bryce Underwood into countless mistakes, while also making this Michigan team look like a middle of the pack Big Ten squad. Welcome to college athletics in this era. Sure, some schools have decided to find their talent out of the transfer portal, more importantly at the quarterback position. But Michigan, it decided to go all-in on a high school quarterback with plenty of potential. In the process, school donors helped secure the talented 5-star with a lucrative contract that would see Underwood be paid around $10 million for the life of his deal in Ann Arbor. BRYCE UNDERWOOD ADDRESSES KYLE WHITTINGHAM'S COMMENTS ABOUT REMAINING STARTING QB AT MICHIGAN Not even two full years later, those same donors have to be kicking themselves after taking such a gamble. It's gotten so bad at Michigan that the coaching staff has thought long and hard about benching the starting quarterback due to his lackluster performances. At some point, Kyle Whittingham will have to pull the trigger and potentially move on, no matter how much money is invested in such a prized recruit at the time. It's not as if the Michigan head coach recruited him, and I promise you Whittingham does not care about ruffling feathers within the Wolverines fan base. At some point, you have to cut your losses, and that time could be coming sooner rather than later. But, once again, this is the risk you take when paying so much money for the college athlete. The only return on investment a donor is going to get out of adding funds to the NIL pool is seeing their favorite team hoist a trophy at season's end. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! In this case, I can almost assure you the only trophy Michigan has a chance of raising will come from a meaningless bowl game in December or early January, probably located in Charlotte or Orlando. There is nothing being shown on the field that should give Michigan fans hope for the future. Yes, I think Kyle Whittingham was the right man for the job in Ann Arbor, but this entire athletic department is a total mess, and there isn’t enough Lysol to clean it up right now. But, let's give the credit where it's due today. Minnesota beat Michigan, and PJ Fleck is looking better every week since losing to Mississippi State. As for those Wolverines... Well, they are the perfect example of wasted opportunities and wasted money. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac165d175342cf4db8b93fd Houston rallies for comeback victory over UCF in front of a painfully sparse home crowd te 2026-10-03T20:30:09.775Z Houston rallies for comeback victory over UCF in front of a painfully sparse home crowd Typically, being a top-25 team in the nation makes your home games a hot ticket, but that doesn't seem to be the case for the Houston Cougars. In fact, not even special space-themed helmets could put butts in seats on Saturday when the UCF Knights came to town. The 3-1 Cougars entered the week ranked No. 20 and had to face a UCF team coming off a solid win over TCU. On top of that, Houston brought out special space-themed helmets. UCF KNIGHTS UNVEIL INCREDIBLY ON-BRAND HELMET SPONSORSHIP DEAL WITH WALT DISNEY WORLD Fitting, since both Houston and Orlando have major ties to the U.S. space program. UCF has been doing this for a decade, but it's still cool. But it was going to take more than that to get fans to fork over their hard-earned money. TDECU Stadium was so empty, a tumbleweed could have blown across one of the end zones. Not a stellar look, but ticket sales don't add points. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The first half was all UCF, with the Knights taking a 10-0 lead to the locker room at halftime, helped by the fact that the Cougars had several drives stall out in the red zone. The Knights added another touchdown in the third quarter, but things changed once Houston found their running game. QB Conner Weigman delivered three rushing touchdowns in the second half for 21 unanswered points that put the Cougars on top, and that's where they stayed to win this one 24-17. The win brings Houston to 1-1 in conference play and keeps their hopes of contending in the Big 12 alive. Next week, the Cougars will hit the road to take on Kansas State. If that goes well, perhaps more fans will be in the seats when Oklahoma State comes to town the following week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1637a75342cf4db8b9393 Fever general manager Amber Cox calls out 'attacks' on the fan base in season-ending press conference te 2026-10-03T20:20:10.292Z Fever general manager Amber Cox calls out 'attacks' on the fan base in season-ending press conference I've said it before, and I'll say it again, I don't believe there has ever been a fanbase more vilified and slandered than Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark fans. The fanbase has been labeled as hateful by the media, opposing players and even A'ja Wilson's mom. Some media and fans, including Aces fans I spoke with outside the arena for Game 2 of the First Round of the WNBA Playoffs between the Aces and Fever, went as far as calling Fever fans "racist." This isn't just a talking point this season, either. This has been happening since Caitlin Clark was the No. 1 overall pick three seasons ago. As many of our writers have pointed out, there is a clear disdain for the Fever fan base. Our speculation is that media, players and other fan bases cannot stomach the idea that millions of new fans don't believe and vote the way they do. All that to say, Indiana Fever General Manager and Chief Operating Officer Amber Cox, who Fever fans have been calling to take a stern stance against the unfounded claims and divisive rhetoric spewed toward the Fever faithful, addressed the "attacks on the fanbase" in her season-ending press conference on Saturday. ACES' FANS SPEW UNFOUNDED CLAIMS THAT FEVER FANS ARE 'RACIST' WHILE DEFENDING A'JA WILSON After speaking to the media for over 15 minutes about her assessment of the season, including what she believed worked well, what didn't, improvements to the roster that need to be made, Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell's historic season and everything in-between, she then read a prepared statement. "I have one more thing I wanted to address," Cox started. "I just wanted to thank our Fever fan base for all of the support they continue to give us not only at home but on the road." She then stated boldly, "We have the best fans in the league," and discussed the unique mix of diversity both in cultural and ethnic background due to fans traveling from all "all 50 states" as well as "57 countries." After pointing out that the team delivered 14 of the top 15 WNBA broadcasts this season, some of which broke viewership records, with the only broadcast not in the top 15 being the WNBA All-Star game which featured three Fever players as starters (Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston), she lowered the boom. "The attacks on our fan base have no basis in reality, and they need to stop, especially from members of the media," Cox stated while looking toward the press room, making clear she wasn’t specifically addressing the reporters in attendance. "I'm talking about media that have never been to Gainbridge Fieldhouse," she continued. "Every organization throughout the league and every organization throughout professional sports, all the way down to youth rec leagues, have to deal with occasional bad behavior from spectators." THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! She then provided facts that are irrefutable to the media, players and others that have mischaracterized and maliciously mislabeled the Fever fan base by stating, "We did not have one fan, pointed out by a player, who violated the WNBA Code of Conduct this season. Not one fan was removed from a game." You have to remember that A’ja Wilson wasn’t the only player who tried to have a fan unfairly ejected this season. Earlier in the year, Aces point guard Jackie Young attempted to have two white male Fever fans removed from a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during an early-August matchup. Just like the Fever fan whom Wilson approached and verbally berated for simply pointing at her, the two men were found by security to have broken no rules. In both cases, the Amazon Prime broadcast condemned the fans’ actions without knowing the facts. To the broadcast crews, the fans were guilty until proven innocent, helping perpetuate the unfounded label that Fever fans were hateful, unruly and even discriminatory. Before I move on to some of Cox's final comments, Fever fans were also condemned for "monkey noises" made towards Angel Reese in the 2025 season. Those accusations were proven to be false. They were egregious lies meant to characterize a fanbase as racist. Even the WNBA came out with a public statement regarding the investigation that stated "The WNBA strongly condemns racism," which I felt brought some sort of validity to the accusation, whether they meant to or not. It was unhelpful for the Fever fan base, and the league as a whole. It was a witch hunt, plain and simple. Cox continued saying, "We take this really seriously and that is backed up by our security stats and the lived experience of countless fans, who we host at every game." "Our fans love this team. They're gonna cheer, they're gonna boo, and sometimes, they might point," Cox said, poking fun at the Game 2 incident involving the fan with whom the Aces forward took issue. "Fever games have always been about inclusivity. Sports are the ultimate unifier," Cox said. DETAILS EMERGE IN INCIDENT BETWEEN ACES STAR A'JA WILSON AND FEVER FAN DURING PLAYOFF GAME After she stated that she wants "everyone to be a fan of the Fever" and wrapped up her prepared statement with a "Go Fever," she allowed one more question from the media to clarify the statements she just made. "I think there have been, obviously, during our playoff series, some narratives around our fan base that are frankly not true and I thought it was important to say that no one has ever violated that fan code of conduct." Cox's final comments included a glowing review of the fans, saying, "We have a great fan base. Night in and night out, I walked out and there's 17,000 people cheering us on and they're spending hard-earned money to come here. There are little kids — boys and girls who are being inspired by our team." Cox's final point made it clear: "To be characterized in such a broad stroke is not fair." About dang time. This fan base has become a force to be reckoned with across the league because of its sheer size and passion. It’s also the reason Fever opponents are playing in NBA arenas whenever Clark and her teammates come to town. As Cox said, these fans are dedicated and spend their hard-earned money — sometimes enormous amounts of it — to see the team. Clark has inspired fans across the country and around the globe while establishing herself as a must-watch athlete. Sophie Cunningham has become a megastar by boldly stating that men have no business competing in women’s sports — all while shooting the lights out from beyond the 3-point arc. Kelsey Mitchell had a historic season, setting a record by scoring 20 or more points in consecutive games and emerging as a bona fide MVP candidate. The Fever aren't some sideshow. They are the show. They are a driver for economic and cultural change within the WNBA. That's clear. While I wish this rebuke came sooner, and I wish Cox would have named names, this was much-needed. Whoever the next commissioner is needs to crack down on the divisive rhetoric. They need to build bridges and put the hammer down on the left-wing political activism and activists, who are cancerous to the league's growth and sustainability. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1637975342cf4db8b938a 5 restaurant chains serve up the best breakfast value as Americans look to save te 2026-10-03T20:20:09.565Z 5 restaurant chains serve up the best breakfast value as Americans look to save Americans looking to save on a quick and easy breakfast may want to look beyond the usual fast-food favorites, as a new ranking highlighted several unexpected chains that also deliver plenty of bang for your buck. The food site Tasting Table recently highlighted 12 breakfast chains that it says offer standout value, including familiar names like McDonald's, Starbucks and Dunkin'. The outlet considered affordability, accessibility, rewards programs, menu variety and convenience. SOUTHERN BREAKFAST CHAIN IN JUST 3 STATES BEATS MCDONALD'S, CHICK-FIL-A FOR BEST IN AMERICA Here are five unexpected picks that made the list and may surprise breakfast diners. Caribou Coffee, which has about 490 locations nationwide, mainly in the Midwest, earned a spot on the list for its budget-friendly breakfast offerings, including $2 hot coffee, a $3.50 cold brew and a $4 breakfast sandwich. Tasting Table also cited the chain's rewards program and its decision to axe the surcharge for dairy-free milk options. Among Caribou fans on Reddit, the Chicken Apple Sausage sandwich and Just Egg Flatbread draw frequent praise. FAST-FOOD DRIVE-THRUS TOOK OVER AMERICAN MORNINGS FOR THESE KEY REASONS Known for all-day breakfast, IHOP offers value well beyond pancakes, including several breakfast meal options under $6, according to Tasting Table. While IHOP now has fewer than 2,000 U.S. locations, with the largest concentration in California and Texas, it earned praise for its rewards program. Members can stack up points toward free menu items, score free pancakes on their birthday and take advantage of other special offers. WAFFLE HOUSE TESTS UNEXPECTED NEW MENU ITEMS AS CUSTOMERS DELIVER MIXED VERDICT The home of the Whopper also earned praise for its breakfast menu. Tasting Table pointed to French toast sticks starting around $1 and breakfast sandwiches under $5, along with app-based rewards and discounts that can help save your breakfast budget. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Reddit commenters praised Burger King's Croissan'wich, with one saying it tops McDonald's iconic Egg McMuffin, in a subreddit dedicated to questions about food. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS After decades of trying to perfect its breakfast menu, Wendy's has emerged as a standout for value, the outlet noted. With roughly 5,700 locations nationwide, the chain earned praise for its affordable, filling breakfast options, including breakfast sandwiches and combo meals typically priced between $5 and $10, and its rewards app. Fans on Reddit singled out Wendy's Breakfast Baconator, Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit and seasoned potatoes as standout menu items, and called the chain's breakfast "underrated." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The longtime diner chain rounded out the list thanks to its generous portions and affordable prices. Tasting Table highlighted breakfast sandwiches priced under $9, hash browns for less than $5 and a rewards program that offers coupons, specials and free food. Many diners view Waffle House's All-Star Special as a top choice for breakfast value, with some Redditors joking that the meal has become their personal "inflation tracker." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1637875342cf4db8b9381 Noah's Ark researchers ‘inching towards’ confirmation after drilling challenges natural-rock theory te 2026-10-03T20:20:08.745Z Noah's Ark researchers ‘inching towards’ confirmation after drilling challenges natural-rock theory A team investigating a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey says new evidence is strengthening its case that the site could hold the remains of Noah's Ark. "In archaeology, you deal with probabilities, and we're inching towards where we believe we will have confirmation this winter after our soil analysis is done with Sivas University, who's our partner in this," Noah's Ark Scans founder Andrew Jones told "Saturday in America." The focus of the investigation is the Durupınar formation, an approximately 538-foot-long geological structure near Mount Ararat. Its shape and proximity to the region identified in the biblical account have fascinated Ark hunters for decades. The boat-shaped formation was first discovered in 1959 and has long-drawn speculation over a possible connection to Noah's Ark. SITE WHERE JESUS WAS CRUCIFIED AND BURIED REVEALS NEW EVIDENCE THAT BACKS BIBLICAL ACCOUNT Critics have maintained that the formation is naturally occurring, but Jones said recent drilling, soil sampling and ground-penetrating radar have given his team new reasons to challenge that conclusion. "They've criticized in the past, saying all those scans you can interpret different ways, 'This is a solid mass of rock, a syncline or a block of bedrock,'" Jones said. "Well, we've core drilled… over 12 locations. We did not find bedrock at all." AUTHOR DINESH D'SOUZA CHALLENGES BIBLE SKEPTICS WITH 'STARTLING' ARCHAEOLOGICAL DISCOVERIES Jones said the drilling uncovered rich black soil, which researchers plan to test for organic content this winter at Ankara University. "Noah's Ark was a giant wooden boat, according to the Bible," he said. "As wood decays, you're gonna find elevated organic matter. This year, as we drilled into the formation, we did not find a solid rock layer, like the critics said. But we did find large deposits of highly rich black soil that has hopefully high organics." The researchers hope the analysis will help determine whether there are signs of human activity or materials consistent with decayed wood beneath the formation. Jones also pointed to a 2024 soil survey that he said contained three times more organic matter inside the boat-shaped formation than samples collected just outside it. Fox News' Andrea Margolis contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1611c75342cf4db8b92fd With Elon Musk’s Return to Washington, Possible Conflicts of Interest Resurface te 2026-10-03T20:10:04.266Z With Elon Musk’s Return to Washington, Possible Conflicts of Interest Resurface The founder of SpaceX, with billions of dollars in military contracts, joins several other defense industry executives on a Pentagon advisory board. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac15a1875342cf4db8b91f9 UNC presents Notre Dame with early scare, but Fighting Irish roll in rainy conditions to remain undefeated te 2026-10-03T19:40:08.416Z UNC presents Notre Dame with early scare, but Fighting Irish roll in rainy conditions to remain undefeated Notre Dame survived a brief scare from UNC to win 37-26 in rainy conditions on Saturday afternoon at Kenan Stadium. Notre Dame quarterback C.J. Carr starred in the win, completing 21 of his 29 passes for 234 yards with four touchdown passes while rushing for 15 yards and a touchdown. Star wide receiver Jordan Faison hauled in eight passes for 132 yards and two touchdowns. While No. 3 Notre Dame ended up cruising to victory with a strong second half, UNC started fast. The Tar Heels forced a punt on Notre Dame’s first possession of the game and then marched down the field on a seven-play, 74-yard drive that ended with quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. connecting with Shamar Easter on a 6-yard touchdown pass to go up 7-0. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE After that? Notre Dame scored 21 straight points. The Fighting Irish responded with a touchdown drive, then intercepted Edwards on the first play of UNC’s ensuing possession deep in Tar Heel territory. On the first play after Edwards’ interception, Notre Dame quarterback Carr found Jaden Greathouse for a 12-yard touchdown to go up 14-7. Edwards then threw another interception, this time in Notre Dame territory, and the Fighting Irish quickly went down the field to go up 21-7 on Carr’s 39-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Faison. It looked like Notre Dame was going to roll. Up 21-7 with about 7 1/2 minutes left in the second quarter, the Fighting Irish went for the kill shot. At the UNC 3-yard line, Notre Dame went for it on fourth-and-goal. However, the UNC defense stood tall, forcing an incompletion and a turnover on downs. The Tar Heels’ offense then put together its best drive of the day, going 97 yards in 15 plays, using more than seven minutes off the clock and scoring a touchdown just before halftime. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Edwards connected with Jelani Thurman for a 14-yard touchdown, making it a 21-14 game. UNC got the ball first after halftime and came out firing, as Jaden Jefferson returned the opening kickoff of the second half 98 yards for a touchdown. However, in the rainy conditions, the snap from the long snapper was errant, and UNC did not convert the extra point, leaving the score at 21-20. Notre Dame answered with a mammoth 17-play, 75-yard touchdown drive that included three separate fourth-down conversions. Carr, battling through the rain, scrambled outside the pocket and scored from 3 yards out on fourth-and-goal. However, Notre Dame then scored again, this time without as much drama, on an eight-play, 68-yard drive capped by a 6-yard touchdown pass to running back Nolan James Jr. This time, the extra point was successful, putting Notre Dame up 34-20 early in the fourth quarter. Notre Dame then scored again, this time without as much drama, on an eight-play, 68-yard drive capped by a 6-yard touchdown pass to running back Nolan James Jr. This time, the extra-point was successful, putting Notre Dame up 34-20 early in the fourth quarter. Notre Dame’s defense once again shut down North Carolina, and the offense drove down the field but this time settled for a 31-yard field goal by Spencer Porath to go up 37-20 and make it a three-score game. Thurman scored his second touchdown of the game, UNC's first offensive touchdown of the second half, late in the fourth quarter to cut the lead to 37-26, but at that point it was too late. Notre Dame improved to 5-0 with the win and will look to keep things rolling when they host Stanford (2-3) next Saturday. UNC falls to 2-2 with the loss, and will look to bounce back when they play Pittsburgh on the road next Saturday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac15a1375342cf4db8b91b7 Federal judge calls Flock ‘indiscriminate mass surveillance’ te 2026-10-03T19:40:03.371Z Federal judge calls Flock ‘indiscriminate mass surveillance’ A federal judge ruled that a sheriff’s deputy violated a woman’s Fourth Amendment rights when using Flock to search for her license plate without a warrant. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac157c075342cf4db8b9190 Book's claim that Hebrew punctuation is a relic of brutal colonial system sparks criticism te 2026-10-03T19:30:08.658Z Book's claim that Hebrew punctuation is a relic of brutal colonial system sparks criticism The New Yorker drew criticism from several commentators online after publishing a review of a new book whose author links Hebrew punctuation to colonialism and the history of Jewish migration to Israel. The book, titled "On the Mark: From Periods to Interrobangs, How Punctuation Remade the World" and written by author Florence Hazrat, is drawing scrutiny after the New Yorker's Louis Menand highlighted its claim that punctuation marks in the Hebrew language are "relics" of a "brutal colonial system." The review written by Menand describes Hazrat's book as "irreverent and delightfully intellectual," but says its premise — that the "history of punctuation is the history of humanity" — leads to "overreach." FAMILY MEMBER OF LAWYER WHO COINED 'GENOCIDE' SEEKS TO STRIP NAME FROM GROUP ACCUSING ISRAEL OF ATROCITY "Today this brutal oppression (aided and abetted by the United States, Germany, and a host of other countries through arms deliveries, technological support, and trade deals) has evolved into the worst crime of all crimes: genocide," Hazrat wrote. Hazrat goes on to argue in her book that adding punctuation helped turn Hebrew from a written language into a spoken one. CAMPUS ANTISEMITISM EXTENDS BEYOND STUDENT PROTESTS AND INTO CLASSROOMS, ADL WARNS She argues that the introduction of punctuation into the language is "paving the way for an artificial sense of unity among Jewish people from all over the globe, encouraging them to move to the land that already had people—a people made to suffer and bear the brunt of European antisemitism in the most horrendous ways for generations." While Menand takes issue with Hazrat's stance on the topic in his review, writing that "It seems (the reason is not altogether clear) that, had Yiddish been the official language of Israel, atrocities might have been avoided," the New Yorker's decision to publish the review prompted criticism from several commentators online. JEWISH EDUCATORS FACE RAMPANT ANTISEMITISM IN TEACHERS UNIONS, NEW REPORT FINDS In an X post, deputy editor of Jewish News UK Daniel Sugarman, blasted the argument, writing, "The author of this book is, predictably, an academic in the UK and a ‘BBC New Generation Thinker.’" "Seems like the new generation has the same thoughts as older generations when it comes to pseudoscientific crap roping in Jews," he continued. THE NEW YORKER CLAIMS WOMEN CAN BE 'KIND OF PREGNANT' IN ARTICLE QUESTIONING PREGNANCY TESTS Isaac de Castro, audience editor of Tablet Magazine, also took to social media to weigh in, writing in an X post that "We’re at the ‘Hebrew punctuation is a colonialist tool to oppress Palestinians, the real victims of European antisemitism, and assemble a worldwide cabal of Jews, previously completely unaffiliated’ stage of mass psychosis." In another post to X, a user said they would cancel their New Yorker subscription, adding the publication "should never have published this." Fox News Digital reached out to Hazrat and the New Yorker for comment. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Former Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg, an outspoken Jewish voice, also denounced the claims, telling Fox News Digital that "blaming commas and question marks for regional conflict shows just how deeply antisemitism rots basic critical thinking." "The attempt to demonize Hebrew down to its punctuation isn’t serious linguistics. It is an obsessive crusade to deny the Jewish people our history, language, and humanity," Aronberg said. "There is no issue too absurd, and apparently no punctuation mark too small, for modern anti-Israel activists to twist into an indictment against the Jewish state." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1556975342cf4db8b9139 Trump drops Republican Senator's phone number in social post over fury on stalled bill te 2026-10-03T19:20:09.692Z Trump drops Republican Senator's phone number in social post over fury on stalled bill President Donald Trump appeared to share the personal cell phone number of Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., on Truth Social amid his push to pass a bill which would end daylight's savings time. Trump called out Cotton, who he describes as "a friend," for stopping the "Sunshine Protection Act" from going to a vote last October. "For some reason, Tom is stopping the Bill and, in the Senate, it’s very easy to do, it only takes one! It should pass overwhelmingly, in a Bipartisan fashion," Trump posted on Truth Social. "So, everyone in Arkansas, a State I love, and won 3 times, the last by by 34 points, tell Tom to, GET IT DONE!" TRUMP URGES SENATE TO PASS BILL MAKING DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME PERMANENT AFTER OVERWHELMING HOUSE VOTE At the end of his post, Trump prompted Arkansas voters to call Cotton's number, which he included. Fox News Digital called the phone number associated with the Dardanelle, Arkansas, area code but did not reach Cotton. The Truth Social post from Trump comes as the Senate is out of session until Nov. 3 and unable to vote on the bill until after the midterm elections. The House passed its version of the bill in July by 308–117, garnering bipartisan support. The House bill was referred to a Senate committee, but it hasn't been touched. HOUSE PASSES DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME REFORM AS TRUMP SIGNALS SUPPORT FOR ENDING CLOCK CHANGE Trump has been a leading advocate of ending the twice-yearly clock change, arguing that it would help "decrease Robbery and Murder Rates, Reduce Car Accidents (especially those involving Pedestrians!), Lower Risk for Cardiac Issues, Stroke, and Seasonal Depression," among a laundry list of other benefits of having an extra hour of daylight in the evening. But the bill’s failure to pass despite bipartisan support marks another setback for Trump, who has made the SAVE America Act a priority but has been unable to get it signed into law. TRUMP FACES REPUBLICAN REBELLION OVER DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME AS SENATE BILL NEARS DEAD END Hours after Trump called out Cotton for rejecting a bipartisan unanimous consent made by Sens. Rick Scott, R-Fla., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I. and Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala. to move the Senate bill last Fall, the Arkansas senator doubled down on his support for daylight savings time. "No one likes changing the clock, me included, but Congress has enacted permanent Daylight Savings Time multiple times before and repealed it each time once Americans experienced absurdly late sunrises in the winter," Cotton psoted on X. "Arkansans don’t want their kids going to school in the pitch dark, and I’ll always put Arkansas first." This isn’t the first time Trump has publicly disclosed a lawmaker’s cellphone number. In 2015, while campaigning for president, Trump shared the number of then-Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., at a rally in South Carolina. The move came after Graham called Trump a "jackass" on CBS that morning. Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1556875342cf4db8b9130 Craziest upset of the college football season happened on Friday night while everyone was asleep te 2026-10-03T19:20:08.861Z Craziest upset of the college football season happened on Friday night while everyone was asleep Friday nights in the fall are normally reserved for high school football, but the college game had some pretty entertaining matchups that served as an appetizer for an absolutely loaded Saturday slate. Northwestern proved their close loss to Indiana was not a fluke, as they bludgeoned Penn State at home to give the new coaching staff in Happy Valley some more tough questions that need answering. There was also Virginia Tech and Pitt's thrilling (and controversial) ending in the battle of "why aren't we ranked in the AP Poll" occupying the primetime slot. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! But, the most entertaining and consequential ending of the night happened in a small town in Idaho while the rest of the college football watching world was likely asleep. Montana State waltzed into the Kibbie Dome in Moscow, Idaho, expecting to take care of business against a winless Vandals team. Instead, the Bobcats bit off a bit more than they could chew. Let's start with the actual ending of the game on the field. Idaho had the ball at midfield trailing 34-27 with eight seconds left and no timeouts - that's an important detail. As Vandals quarterback Joshua Wood completed a pass for a first down, the clock ticked closer to zero. CLOCK CONTROVERSY: NCAA SAYS OFFICIALS BOTCHED REPLAY PROTOCOL IN MICHIGAN'S WIN OVER WESTERN MICHIGAN That is, until Montana State coach Brent Vigen inexplicably called a timeout, essentially gifting the Vandals one last play. That strategy backfired horrifically, as Wood fired a pass to wide receiver Ryan Jezioro smack dab in the middle of the endzone. An extra point would have tied the game and sent it to overtime, but Idaho said "no thank you," and ran a QB draw to cap off a 14-point fourth quarter comeback with an outright win in regulation. Pretty insane, right? COLLEGE FOOTBALL WEEK 4 CONTENDERS, PRETENDERS: TEXAS SURVIVES, MICHIGAN'S KARMA AND COACHES ARE SWEATING It gets even crazier when you consider that the Vandals were winless this season while the Bobcats were undefeated and the number one team in FCS. Oh, and by the way, Montana State is the reigning FCS national champion and carried a 19-game winning streak into the Kibbie Dome on Friday night. Talk about David vs. Goliath! There might have been some extra motivation in this one too, as the Bobcats knocked Idaho out of the FCS Playoffs in 2024. High level, Power 4 college football is awesome, there's no question about it, but if you can't appreciate a good FCS matchup like this, then you don't actually love college football. Who knows what could happen to games like this if the highest level of the sport continues down the path it's on, but for now, I'm going to keep enjoying some damn good football. Thanks for an entertaining start to the weekend, Idaho. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac150bb75342cf4db8b9092 Sold-out golf tournament brings in $30K-plus for police foundation te 2026-10-03T19:00:11.795Z Sold-out golf tournament brings in $30K-plus for police foundation The Maricopa Police Foundation’s annual golf tournament raised an estimated more than $30,000 this year, roughly triple what the event raised in previous years. The tournament, the foundation’s major fundraising event, sold out with all team spots and sponsorships filled, according to foundation President Jeremy Waters. Waters credited tournament organizer Jim Hart and his committee with the event’s growth. “We sold it out. We were able to to fill up all of the teams, we got all of the sponsorships filled, and the community involvement was bigger and better than it had ever been,” Waters said. The foundation supports the Maricopa Police Department in two primary ways: by creating opportunities for positive interactions between residents and police, and through a fund that can provide financial assistance to officers facing unexpected needs after an injury or other incident, Waters said. The tournament drew support from local businesses and community organizations, including sponsors and vendors. The Maricopa Fire-Medical Department also participated in the event. Waters said the community response was particularly meaningful for the foundation. “To see the community rally behind the police department like this is really huge, and just makes me feel happy and proud,” he said. [Victor Moreno] [Victor Moreno] [Victor Moreno] [Victor Moreno] [Victor Moreno] [Victor Moreno] [Victor Moreno] The post Sold-out golf tournament brings in $30K-plus for police foundation appeared first on InMaricopa.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac14e6175342cf4db8b8de1 Firebrand GOP rep: Democrats side with Iran 'simply because they hate' Trump te 2026-10-03T18:50:09.978Z Firebrand GOP rep: Democrats side with Iran 'simply because they hate' Trump MAGA firebrand Congressman Randy Fine, R-Fla., warned the U.S. must stop Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons as he cautioned America is losing the battle against radical Islam and must stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. In a wide-ranging interview with Fox News Digital, he weighed in on the debate over whether Rep. Ilhan Omar D-Minn., should be deported after the recent announcement by Tom Homan that the Department of Homeland Security was investigating the congresswoman. "If she engaged in immigration fraud, she should be deported. And by the way, as should anyone who engaged in immigration fraud. And look, the woman is enmeshed. She's bathed in fraud. I think the best example that we know is fraud is when she said she made 30 million dollars, which she either did and then lied about it and said she didn't make it, or she made it up in the first place," he claimed. FROM CAMPUS RADICALS TO BEIJING'S AI SABOTAGE: REP. RANDY FINE SAYS 'US FIGHTING TO SAVE WESTERN CIVILIZATION' "I mean, this is someone whose community that she comes from engages in wholesale welfare fraud. Some of her relatives had been involved in that as well, and if she engaged in immigration fraud she should be denaturalized. She should be deported back to her home country of Somalia." A request sent to Omar's office for reaction to Fine's accusations was not returned by time of publication. Fine said that the battle against political correctness is directly tied to mainstream Islam. "Well, I don't know that we're winning. I think we're losing. And you can see it in the unbelievable fear that people have about talking about mainstream Islam. I saw a video today about a mosque in Texas that [is] literally showing the erasing of a church and the building of a mosque. They are openly fundraising on the premise that they will eliminate Christianity in this country.  "And people are absolutely petrified to speak the truth about it. That is a battle we are losing. And if we're not willing to tell the truth about mainstream Islam, we're done. You can see what has happened in the United Islamic Kingdom. That will happen to America if we are unwilling to deal with this problem," he said. "I'm not surprised because when they stood up, the Iranians killed an estimated 100,000 of them. People are afraid. They don't have weapons. They don't have access to the internet to learn about what is going on." MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD-LINKED NETWORKS EMBEDDED ACROSS CANADIAN INSTITUTIONS, NEW REPORT ALLEGES He continued, "And I think they're hoping that the American pressure, both military and economic, will cause the regime to either restructure or collapse. I certainly would like to see them stand up for themselves and overthrow the mainstream Muslim religious leaders that are in charge there." Following the IRGC's recent call to the American electorate to oppose Donald Trump in the midterm elections, Fine said that the move has the potential to impact the ballot box. "Well, I hope it does. Look, it's been clear to me, based on my time in Congress, that the Democrats are on the side of Iran, and it's simply because they hate Donald Trump.  "What's extraordinary about it is the same Democrats who called for an overthrow of the mainstream Muslim religious leaders who run Iran all of a sudden got upset when Donald Trump did something about it. And I personally believe the conflict would have been over a long time ago if it wasn't for Democrats supporting the enemy," he said. "See, the mainstream Muslim religious leaders in Iran can see that Democrats aren't on board. And they say, ‘hey, maybe we can wait out Donald Trump and the Republicans and get that nuclear weapon that we want to use in the United States.’ So, I'm not surprised." He added, "I think we need to make sure people understand that Muslim terrorists in Iran have endorsed the Democratic Party. That's who you're voting for. You're voting it for the people supported by Muslim terrorists if you vote Democrat." Despite strong support for Trump's military engagement in Iran, Fine does not believe that regime overthrow is an imperative. TURKEY’S NATO ROLE UNDER SCRUTINY AMID NEW REPORT ON HAMAS, MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD TIES "I don't think it should be an explicit goal of American foreign policy. I think it probably happens as a result. But I'm an America First guy. And if crazy people want to run Iran, that's not America's problem unless they threaten America. And that's what they have done." He said, "For 47 years, the mainstream Muslim religious leaders who've run Iran have said 'death to America.' They've killed thousands of Americans. They're trying to build missiles that can reach America. They're trying to build a nuclear weapon that can reach America, so stopping that is in our interest." He added, "But if they said, 'look America's our friend, we're going to leave you alone' well then it's not an America First problem anymore. We're not the world's policeman, but we have to look out for America's interests and making sure Iran can't nuke us: that's about as America First as it gets." However, given the prospect of Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon, Fine's answer modulates. "I mean, the answer is they can't have a nuclear weapon. And by the way, we had explicit intelligence that they were getting close. And so we did something about it. And I absolutely support that." Fine said,"The most important thing about the Iran conflict that I tell people, is Iran was spending tons of money to build a missile that could go thousands and thousands and thousands of miles. They already had missiles that could make it to Israel. They had all the missiles they wanted that could hit Israel, as we've seen. They had missiles that could hit Europe, as we've also seen." He concluded,"You know where they didn't have a missile that could hit? The United States of America, which is why they were focused on building a long-range missile, so they could threaten the east coast of the United States. That's simply something we can never, ever allow to happen, and that's why I've supported the president in this." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac14e6175342cf4db8b8dd8 Tennessee's state corrections chief resigns following failed execution of Christa Pike te 2026-10-03T18:50:09.285Z Tennessee's state corrections chief resigns following failed execution of Christa Pike The head of Tennessee's prison system is resigning after the state's failed lethal injection of convicted murderer Christa Pike left her hospitalized and on a ventilator. Tennessee Department of Correction Commissioner Frank Strada will step down this month, Gov. Bill Lee said Saturday. In a statement distributed by the governor's office, Strada said stepping aside was "in the best interest of Tennesseans" while an independent review examines what went wrong during the botched execution. "I believe this review is entirely appropriate and necessary, and I look forward to doing everything I can to help determine exactly what occurred," Strada said. DEATH ROW INMATE UNCONSCIOUS ON VENTILATOR AFTER BOTCHED EXECUTION FOR TEEN’S KILLING: ATTORNEYS Lee said Strada served with integrity, adding that he appreciates his "willingness to put the interests of Tennesseans first during this difficult moment." "I have accepted his decision to step down and am grateful for his commitment to ensuring a smooth leadership transition," Lee said. Pike, 50, was injected with two doses of pentobarbital on Wednesday night, and prison officials used at least seven needles while trying to find a vein. Pike was heard crying, whimpering, and breathing loudly during the execution, according to a Friday court filing from her lawyers. CHRISTA PIKE’S BOTCHED LETHAL INJECTION TAKES FOCUS OFF VICTIM, JEOPARDIZES EXECUTION: FORMER POLICE CHIEF She was taken to the hospital, where she had to be intubated and put on a ventilator, her lawyers said. In a statement obtained by The Associated Press, Pike's four-person legal team celebrated the departure of Strada but said it wasn't enough. "What happened to her Wednesday reflects a systemic failure that goes far beyond any one person," they said. "We hope the governor’s call for a full, independent review will expose the profound problems within Tennessee’s entire death penalty system." Her lawyers said in the court filing that the prison staff did not correctly place the IV lines. They also claimed staff failed to realize that one of Pike's veins burst, leading to at least some of the pentobarbital entering her body. DEATH ROW INMATE TONY CARRUTHERS WON'T FACE EXECUTION FOR AT LEAST A YEAR AFTER IV LINE FAILURE IN TENNESSEE Strada became commissioner of Tennessee's correction department in January 2023 after serving as deputy director of the Arizona Department of Corrections. In late 2024, he announced that Tennessee would solely use pentobarbital as its execution drug. Four people have been executed in Tennessee since last year, according to the department. On the evening of Jan. 12, 1995, Christa Pike, then 18, lured 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer into a wooded area near the University of Tennessee's agricultural campus. Pike and her boyfriend, Tadaryl Shipp, then spent 30 minutes torturing Slemmer, while 18-year-old Shadolla Peterson served as a lookout. According to her confession to authorities, Pike killed Slemmer because she believed she was interested in her boyfriend romantically. Even though Shipp directly participated in the murder, he was ineligible for the death penalty because he was 17 at the time. He was sentenced to life in prison with parole, which he has not yet received. Peterson, who cooperated with investigators and testified against Pike and Shipp, was given 460 days in jail after pleading guilty to being an accessory. Pike was the only one in the case sentenced to death and became one of the youngest women to be sent to death row. She would have been the first woman to be executed in Tennessee in more than 200 years. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac14e5c75342cf4db8b8da9 Trump, Critic of Voting by Mail, Urges Republicans to Do It in Midterms te 2026-10-03T18:50:04.888Z Trump, Critic of Voting by Mail, Urges Republicans to Do It in Midterms It was the latest mixed messaging from President Trump, who regularly votes by mail, but has made baseless claims that the practice is “inherently corrupt.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac14e5b75342cf4db8b8d96 Amazon responds to data center backlash, says it no longer uses NDAs te 2026-10-03T18:50:03.218Z Amazon responds to data center backlash, says it no longer uses NDAs The CEO of Amazon Web Services tried to push back against widespread suspicion of data centers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac14c0875342cf4db8b8d6b How to check your home title for fraud te 2026-10-03T18:40:08.298Z How to check your home title for fraud Your home may be your largest asset, so seeing an ad warning that someone can "steal" it online can get your attention fast. But home title fraud does not work like someone hacking into an online account and changing the password. The real risk is that a criminal could forge your signature on a deed or trick you into signing paperwork that transfers ownership, then file that document with the local office that maintains property records. There are steps you can take right now. You can check your property records yourself, often for free, and many counties offer free alerts when a document is recorded under your name. If you want ongoing monitoring and help recovering from identity fraud, an identity theft protection service can add another layer of protection. Just know what that protection can and cannot do. A monitoring service can alert you when a change appears in the public record, but it cannot stop someone from submitting a fraudulent document in the first place. The Federal Trade Commission also warns that a so-called "title lock" is not the same as title insurance and does not literally lock your deed. Missed CyberGuy LIVE? Watch the replay and discover 5 ways AI can help you get better health care. Our free CyberGuy LIVE class Get Better Healthcare with AI has ended, but you can still watch the full replay. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson walks you through five practical ways AI can help you prepare for appointments, remember important details, understand complicated medical information, research prescription questions and organize your next steps. No technical experience is needed. Plus, recordings of all our past classes are available, including How to Stop Spam, Phone Security and Financial Protection, each with a free downloadable checklist. Watch the free replays and get your checklists at CyberGuyLive.com DIY IDENTITY PROTECTION VS PAID SERVICES: WHAT WORKS IN 2026 Your title is your legal ownership interest in the property. A deed is a document used to transfer that interest from one owner to another. Your local recording office also keeps other documents that can affect a property, including mortgages, liens, judgments and easements. An online records check lets you review what has been recorded. It is a useful fraud check, but it is not a professional title search or a legal guarantee that no issue exists. If you are buying, selling, refinancing or dealing with an estate, trust or ownership dispute, use a licensed title professional or real estate attorney. Put these items beside your computer or tablet: Do not enter your Social Security number into a public property-search page. Ordinary public-record searches generally use a name, address, parcel number or document number. The name of the office varies by location. It may be called the: Start at your county or local government's official homepage. Use its search box and type property records, recorded documents or land records. This is safer than clicking the first sponsored result in a general web search. If you cannot find the page, call the phone number shown on your property tax bill and ask: "Which government office maintains recorded deeds for my property, and does it offer an online records search?" Important: Many government sites end in .gov, but not all official recorder sites do. If a page uses a different ending, reach it through your county government's main site rather than trusting an advertisement or an unsolicited email. On the recorder's website, look for a button or menu labeled something like: You may need to accept a disclaimer before the search opens. Some counties show the index for free but charge for downloadable or certified copies. Others make you create a free account. Avoid third-party sites that immediately request a credit card for a basic search. Return to the official government page and confirm whether it links to that service before paying anything. SOMEONE COULD HAVE OPENED AN ACCOUNT IN YOUR NAME. CHECK NOW Try the available search methods in this order: If nothing appears, widen the date range and try former names, a spouse's name or another spelling used on older documents. Some recorder databases do not support address searches, which is why the parcel number and owner names are helpful. Find the deed from when you bought or last transferred the property. Confirm that the address or legal description matches your home and that the expected owner is named. That could be you, you and a co-owner, or your trust or other legal entity. Then review every document recorded after that deed. Pay close attention to: Do not assume every unfamiliar entry is fraud. A mortgage release, lien satisfaction, refinance, corrected deed or transfer into a trust may be legitimate. A name-based search can also show a different person who shares your name. Warning signs can include a deed you do not recognize, a signature that is not yours or a transfer you never authorized. Never sign property or ownership documents you do not fully understand. Save a copy of your current results or write down the document numbers and recording dates so you have a baseline to compare with future alerts. Return to the recording office's main website and search for: If the service is available, click the sign-up button and enter the requested information. Include your full legal name, a co-owner's name and the name of any trust or business that owns the home. Add your parcel number if the system allows it. Then complete any email verification step required to activate the alerts. These programs vary by location. Some monitor a specific parcel, while others look for documents recorded under a matching name. That means an alert could be triggered by a legitimate loan, lien or another person with the same name. Treat an alert as a reason to check the record, not proof of fraud. If your county does not offer alerts, set a recurring reminder to review your property records once or twice a year. Also pay attention if property tax or utility bills suddenly stop arriving, since that can be a sign that contact or ownership information changed. A free county alert is worth using, but it may only watch one name in one recording system. If you want broader monitoring, consider an identity theft protection service that includes home title monitoring and recovery support. These services can watch county-record data for changes involving your property, such as ownership transfers, new lenders, financing changes or notices of default. Some also provide access to identity restoration specialists who can help if you become a victim of identity fraud. Before signing up, check exactly what the plan includes. Home title monitoring may only be available on certain plans, and features can vary by provider. There are limits to know about. County data may not update immediately, so a newly recorded document can take time to appear in a monitoring system. Coverage can also vary by property type and location. That is why checking your own property records and signing up for any free local alerts should remain part of your protection plan. See my tips and best picks on Best Identity Theft Protection at CyberGuy.com. Home title monitoring watches property records. It does not protect your computer from phishing emails, malicious attachments or malware that could expose personal information. For that layer, use strong antivirus software that provides real-time protection against malware, ransomware, phishing attempts and other online threats. Look for software that updates automatically and can scan downloads, links and files before they cause trouble. Keep the protection turned on and up to date on any device you use to access financial accounts, property records or other sensitive information. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at CyberGuy.com. Act promptly, but verify before assuming the worst: Watch your credit and financial accounts too. Our guide to the warning signs of identity theft explains other clues that should not be ignored. FBI WARNS OF TIME-TRAVELING HACKERS Start with the free steps. Find your government recording office, confirm the expected deed is on file, save the document number and enroll in your county's free alert if one is offered. That gives you a solid baseline without paying anyone. If you want broader monitoring, an identity theft protection service that includes home title monitoring and recovery support can add another layer. Some services also provide access to restoration specialists who can help if identity fraud occurs. Just remember that no alert service literally locks a title or guarantees that a fraudulent document cannot be filed. Have you checked your home's official property records, and does your county offer a free fraud alert? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac14c0375342cf4db8b8d3e Former Nurse Convicted of Murder in Crash at 130 M.P.H. That Killed Six te 2026-10-03T18:40:03.712Z Former Nurse Convicted of Murder in Crash at 130 M.P.H. That Killed Six Nicole Linton was found guilty of six counts of second-degree murder, which included the death of an unborn child, related to a 2022 crash in Los Angeles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac149b375342cf4db8b8d11 'Crazy' FlyDubai landing explained by Israeli pilot, who offers steps to prevent future crises te 2026-10-03T18:30:11.441Z 'Crazy' FlyDubai landing explained by Israeli pilot, who offers steps to prevent future crises Eliran Almog, a former Israeli helicopter pilot turned aviation cybersecurity firm CEO, explained just how "crazy" it was that the near-hijacked FlyDubai flight 1073 managed to land safely after a violent midair attack. "You can't imagine being in that position. You see the videos, you hear the kids screaming, and people don't necessarily understand what is happening," the former Israeli Air Force pilot told Fox News Digital. After an Omani national copilot — who has since been identified as 29-year-old Hamam al-Hammami — allegedly stabbed FlyDubai flight 1073’s pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar mid-flight, the aircraft plummeted more than 14,000 feet in 30 seconds. "The g-force on the plane was enormous, and you basically think you are going to die," Almog said, adding "it's crazy that the aircraft did not break up in the air, and landing it with the tail damage it sustained was remarkable." FLYDUBAI PASSENGER SAYS CO-PILOT STABBED CAPTAIN BEFORE TERRIFYING PLUNGE, EMERGENCY LANDING Despite sustaining serious injuries, Machchhar was able to hit a button to open the cockpit door, allowing Israeli passengers to rush into the cockpit and subdue al-Hammami, officials said. A second FlyDubai crew that happened to be aboard the craft then stabilized the plane and successfully completed an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. FLYDUBAI PILOT SHOWED WORLD 'THE HIGHEST FORM OF COURAGE,' INDIA'S PM SAYS "As a pilot, if I were in this situation, I'm not sure I could have landed the aircraft. Every commercial aircraft is different, requiring different setup, landing procedures and limitations," Almog explained. Almog, who now advises airliners and adjacent businesses on how to shore up their cybersecurity, explained how crucial it was for carriers to ensure their pilots undergo thorough screening processes for both psychological and potential political risks. FLYDUBAI CO-PILOT ACCUSED OF STABBING CAPTAIN IDENTIFIED AS 29-YEAR-OLD OMANI NATIONAL "We give a lot of weight in the process to the characteristics of the pilot. The technical and cognitive skills are important, but we make sure that the pilot is balanced and resilient in extreme cases," he said. "Because aviation is critical infrastructure, we must rethink how we screen pilots — not just initially, but continuously. Even for experienced pilots, we need the right tools in place to identify when someone is facing family issues, psychological distress, or developing extreme views that could impose risk. These are practices the industry needs to adopt, and I call on governments and regulators to step in," he continued. PILOT’S SUDDEN DEATH DURING OVERNIGHT LAYOVER PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON FATIGUE CONCERNS While numerous countries, including Israel and Saudi Arabia, are conducting their own investigations into al-Hammami and the FlyDubai incident, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox & Friends in a Thursday interview that the copilot had been exposed to "Islamist radical indoctrination." President Donald Trump, meanwhile, suggested the pilot could have been trained or motivated by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). TRUMP’S IRAN CRACKDOWN COLLIDES WITH NATO ALLY SEEKING ACCESS TO AMERICA’S PRIZED FIGHTER JET Almog told Fox News Digital that geopolitical concerns, such as the ones imposed by the ongoing wars in the Middle East, are increasingly becoming airlines' top risk factor for a number of reasons. "If you ask the airlines today what are the main risks that they are looking forward on, it is geopolitical risk," he said. "... We are tracking GNSS and GPS jamming and spoofing activities, and I can show you the map and you can understand exactly where the conflicts are." AMERICANS WARNED AGAIN TO RETHINK TRAVEL AS MISSILE ATTACK RATTLES HISTORIC REGION Almog also explained how pilots are not the only people airlines need to screen or keep an eye on. "Pilots aren't the only ones who can crash a plane. Over 80% of cybersecurity threats come from insiders — many of whom may not even realize they are posing a risk," he said. "It isn't just pilots; it's cabin crew and maintenance personnel. A plane can crash without the right fuel balance or proper maintenance parameters. Aviation relies on a complex supply chain. It would be a mistake to limit psychological screening and background monitoring to pilots alone — it needs to expand to every person who impacts flight operations." Almog also praised both the resiliency of the flight's passengers and the heroism of Capt. Machchhar. FATAL AIR AMBULANCE CRASH EXPOSES GROWING GPS DANGER FACING US FLIGHTS "Ultimately, this was a chain of circumstances that prevented a total disaster," he said. "Beyond personal resilience, it took the courage of the off-duty Indian pilot who opened the door, and the fact that FlyDubai had two other pilots on board who landed the aircraft safely." "As a pilot, I can tell you that isn't easy. Landing an unfamiliar commercial aircraft type under extreme stress requires specialized training, which is why rigorous screening and continuous support for flight crews are so vital," he added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac149b275342cf4db8b8d08 Springsteen, other stars share stage with hardcore leftist groups at music fest te 2026-10-03T18:30:10.724Z Springsteen, other stars share stage with hardcore leftist groups at music fest As rapper Macklemore draws controversy for his activism against Israel, rock stars Bruce Springsteen and Dave Matthews headline a "Power To The People" music festival today that features a partisan network of nonprofits and activists mobilizing against President Donald Trump ahead of the midterms. Performers from a hip-hop band, The Neighborhood Kids, launched the festival with Macklemore's anthem of protest, chanting "Free, free Palestine!" and continuing with a declaration about protesting from "the belly of the beast," against the "funding of genocide" and the "terrorist organization" Immigration and Customs Enforcement." It dedicated its performance to "the martyrs" railed against "Western imperialism." The marketing language on the "Power To The People" festival's official website speaks to activating "the power everyday human beings have" to "shape" the world "on, and beyond, Election Day." The festival bears clear signs of alignment with the Democratic Party and spotlights the intersection of pop culture, nonprofit fundraising and partisan politics, revealing how celebrity drawing power translates into money, visibility and voters for organizations advancing a political agenda. In the chat, awaiting a livestream broadcast on the Democratic-aligned MS NOW, a user wrote: "BLUE WAVE," symbolizing a anticipated Democratic Party victories in upcoming elections. Others peppered their comments with blue wave and blue heart emojis. By combining performances with voter registration, activist organizing and charitable donations, "Power To The People" offers participating groups a platform to turn fans’ enthusiasm for music into political engagement – and votes – ahead of the midterms. Festival organizers didn't respond to a request for comment. PARTY POOPERS' FIGHT CARD: JANE FONDA, 'NO KINGS,' COMMUNISTS ROLL OUT RIVAL SPECTACLE TO TRUMP'S 250TH A "Freedom Village," set up on the festival grounds of the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Md., outside the nation’s capital, features a roster of nonprofit organizations, including Indivisible, which is funded by billionaire George Soros, Third Act, the ACLU and other groups that have been at the heart of coordinating "No Kings," "Tesla Takedown" and "Hands Off" protests against Trump over almost two years. Last year, Springsteen performed at a "No Kings" protest at the state capitol in St. Paul, Minn., organized by Indivisible and featuring anti-Trump activist Jane Fonda. He also headlined a "No Kings" event at the Target Center in Minneapolis. FIRST ON FOX: ‘NO KINGS’ PROTEST NETWORK BEHIND FIGHT AGAINST AI DATA CENTERS AND FLOCK CAMERAS Many of the festival's performers and organizers bring a documented history of campaigning for Democrats and far-left activism. Festival organizer Tom Morello, guitarist of the band Rage Against the Machine, has called socialism a "necessity." Opening the concert after the hip-hop group The Neighborhood Kids, Morello blasted the "dictators" and the "oligarchs," symbolic references that protesters have used for almost two years of protests against Trump. According to an online fundraising form, the "Power To The People Festival Fund" is identified as a fiscally sponsored project of Catalyst Philanthropy Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2024 in Nashville with $6.5 million in annual revenue, according to its latest tax filing. Springsteen endorsed the Democratic presidential ticket in 2024, declaring: "I’m supporting Kamala Harris for president and Tim Walz for vice president." He also called Trump "the most dangerous candidate for president in my lifetime." Artist Dave Matthews participated in the 2020 "I Will Vote" concert, which his official website promoted as supporting Biden, Harris and Democrats down the ballot. Earlier, Matthews backed socialist presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, writing: "When it comes down to it, Bernie Sanders represents what I want from my government." Artist and festival DJ Shepard Fairey created the iconic Obama "Hope" poster and the "Forward" image supporting Harris in 2024. "I believe VP Kamala Harris and her VP pick Tim Walz are our best chance to move forward," Fairey wrote on his website. He offered the image for grassroots activism and linked readers to Head Count Inc., a nonprofit receiving proceeds from the festival, to "help fans register to vote and learn more about how to participate in upcoming elections." Based in New York City, Head Count Inc. has about $14 million in revenues, according to its latest IRS tax filing. The other nonprofit receiving proceeds from the festival is VoteRiders, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., with $7.8 million in revenues, based on its last tax filing. The festival's "community partners" include Ben & Jerry's, the ice cream company whose co-founder Ben Cohen, a far-left activist, was a guest at the wedding of communist tech tycoon Neville Roy Singham and Jodie Evans, co-founder of CodePink. Another community partner is Red Emma's, a bookstore in Baltimore with a "Marxism, Socialism & Communism" tab on its website, selling t"Teachings of Karl Marx" by communist philosopher Vladimir Lenin, "Black Marxism" and "Flowers for Marx." The political leanings extend to younger performers. Musician "Grandson," whose real name is Jordan Benjamin, described using his platform to advance climate advocacy, voter registration and youth empowerment through his XX Resistance Fund. In a September 2020 interview, he praised Biden’s policy platform and made his electoral preference explicit: "We should elect that dude." At "Power to the People," the concept of "solidarity" comes with a VIP upgrade. The festival pairs its message of collective action with a familiar concert-business model: tiered admission, exclusive viewing areas and premium hospitality. Fans can choose between "People’s Park" lawn admission, "People’s Pavilion" access and the "Solidarity Circle" VIP package, which offers reserved seating, expedited entry and an "exclusive VIP deck with premium bar and food available for purchase." The top-tier "Robinhood Package," branded a "VIP SUPER SUITE," adds an exclusive suite, a dedicated viewing area at the second stage and an elevated balcony advertised as offering "the very best view of the stage and the festival." Buyers also receive a commemorative poster and laminate, a phone-charging station and a "VIP host with concierge service for bar/food available for purchase." Even at the highest tier, the advertised refreshments cost extra. Organizers say the premium packages serve a charitable purpose, but the website uses differing descriptions of the donation pledge. Its overview promises a portion of all ticket proceeds and "100% of the net proceeds from VIP tickets" to VoteRiders and Head Count. The package descriptions instead promise "all proceeds from VIP sales" to nonprofits supporting human rights and social justice. The commercial offerings extend beyond the venue. The festival’s website promotes a paid membership with its livestream partner, MS NOW, advertising access to "daily live interactions and Q&As" with personalities including Democratic-aligned hosts Rachel Maddow, Jen Psaki, Al Sharpton and Joe Scarborough and Jen Psaki, a former Biden spokeswoman. Alongside calls for "grassroots organizing" and "mutual aid," the event offers a marketplace of upgraded access, media subscriptions and "hospitality." On stage, the Neighborhood Kids continued their blast of ICE and pumped their fists in the air to inspire the concertgoers. "Power to the people!" they shouted. "We got merch in the tent!" one member of the group shouted, as another yelled "Viva revolution!" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac149b275342cf4db8b8cff Hall of Famer praises Dan Lanning's 'perfect' response after Dante Moore was carted off following vicious hit te 2026-10-03T18:30:10.012Z Hall of Famer praises Dan Lanning's 'perfect' response after Dante Moore was carted off following vicious hit Oregon legend Dan Fouts knows just how violent football can be. Last week, in the second quarter of the Ducks’ 41-20 victory over USC, linebacker Desman Stephens hit a sliding Dante Moore in the head with a dangerous late hit. Stephens celebrated in the immediate aftermath, and Moore was carted off in a scary scene. Fouts praised Oregon head coach Dan Lanning for how he handled the emotional and scary situation. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "I think the way that Lanning handled it was perfect. He brought the team together, calmed them all down, said a prayer for Dante. And it reminded them about focus, and reminded them about the importance of what they're doing, why they practiced so hard, why they're prepared, and got back into a football mindset. But the order in which he did that, I thought was absolutely perfect," Fouts told OutKick in a recent interview. When he first saw the play, Fouts said he was concerned about Moore's health. "It's a violent, violent game, and anybody who's played the game has suffered injuries. That one obviously looked just terrible," Fouts said while speaking on behalf of "Miller Night Football." As for Stephens’ celebration? Fouts said kids are kids. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "Kids are kids, and I think the player got caught up in the moment of something that I'm sure he regrets now, his actions, but in the heat of the moment, he made a mistake," Fouts said. USC announced it had suspended Stephens for Saturday’s game against Washington. The junior linebacker apologized for his "inappropriate" behavior. "I want to sincerely apologize for my actions during yesterday's game," he said. "Seeing a player injured like that is incredibly serious, and my reaction in the moments afterward was completely inappropriate and inexcusable. Regardless of what was going through my mind at the time, there is no justification for smiling or celebrating while another player receives medical attention." "I take full responsibility for my actions. That is not the person or teammate I want to be, and I will learn from this. I am deeply sorry to Dante, his family and everyone who saw my reaction. It is not representative of USC or our program. I hope he makes a full and speedy recovery." Lanning called Stephens’ hit on his quarterback "disgusting." Moore has no official return date as he remains in the NCAA’s concussion protocol. Fouts starred at Oregon for three seasons before going to the NFL. He was drafted in the third round of the 1973 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers, with whom he played 15 seasons. The 75-year-old was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993. OutKick's Ryan Gaydos and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac149b175342cf4db8b8cf6 Nolan Wells' friends open up about Christian faith journey after Horn Island death te 2026-10-03T18:30:09.292Z Nolan Wells' friends open up about Christian faith journey after Horn Island death The death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells has left his closest friends grieving and searching for answers, but they say the loss has also deepened their faith and brought them closer to God. "I learned to lean on the Lord," Warren Hudson, one of Wells' friends, told Fox News' Kayleigh McEnany in an exclusive interview. "I know my friends did as well. And I know that's what Nolan would want me to do." Another friend, Jax Pitalo, described Wells' death as a turning point for the group. "Right after the first three days or so, I was like, if this did anything, it got us all closer to God," Pitalo said. Wells, 18, disappeared July 4 after taking a boat trip with a group of friends to Horn Island, a barrier island off Mississippi's Gulf Coast. Search crews combed the area for two days before a National Park Service ranger discovered his body at the island's northwestern tip on July 6. MISSISSIPPI GRAND JURY DECLINES TO INDICT ANYONE IN DEATH OF 18-YEAR-OLD WHO VANISHED IN COASTAL WATERS Months later, a Jackson County, Mississippi, grand jury returned a "no true bill" in Wells' death investigation, declining to indict anyone after finding insufficient evidence of criminal wrongdoing. The grand jury found his death was consistent with drowning. But for the friends who knew Wells long before his death became the subject of headlines and online speculation, the months since have been about grieving someone they loved while leaning more deeply into their Christian faith. "We started going to church more," Morgan Seymour, a third friend, told McEnany. "Everything from that moment on was like for God, for Jesus," he continued, prompting Hudson to add, "For Nolan." McEnany said the young men have faced intense online scrutiny and accusations in the months since Wells' death, even as they attempted to process the loss. GOVERNOR BLAMES ACTIVISTS IN NOLAN WELLS CASE FOR ‘STOKING DIVISION,’ OFFICIAL SAYS FBI PROBING THREATS "These young men, unfortunately, were demonized and dragged through a lot, and they loved Nolan," McEnany told "Fox & Friends Weekend," noting that one had been friends with Wells since elementary school. The scrutiny intensified as theories about Wells' disappearance spread online, including unsubstantiated claims that his friends were responsible for his death and that the incident was racially motivated. Jackson County District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath said, however, that the grand jury found "absolutely no evidence" to support allegations that Wells' death was motivated by race. "Nolan's friends loved Nolan and Nolan loved them," McIlrath said following the grand jury's decision. "Nolan chose to stay on the island that day, and there is not a scintilla of evidence to contradict that." Wells' family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump have challenged the grand jury's decision, pointing to bruising and blunt-force injuries described by the family's independent pathologist and calling for further investigation into how he died, including an independent federal review by the Justice Department. Fox News' Adam Sabes contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1450175342cf4db8b8c3b Trump education official says school choice program will put pressure on Dem-led states te 2026-10-03T18:10:09.776Z Trump education official says school choice program will put pressure on Dem-led states Democratic governors who have traditionally opposed school choice initiatives will face mounting competitive pressure to join President Donald Trump's landmark Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC) program as states weigh whether to participate and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul moves to formally opt in, a top Department of Education official told Fox News Digital. "I think that pressure is real and is going to encourage all 50 states to ultimately opt in," said Lindsey Burke, deputy chief of staff for policy and programs at the U.S. Department of Education. Burke's comments follow the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issuing proposed regulations Oct. 1 to implement the new federal program, paving the way for America's first nationwide school choice framework. NEW YORK JOINS FEDERAL SCHOOL CHOICE INITIATIVE DESPITE TRADITIONAL DEMOCRATIC OPPOSITION The initiative — also referred to as the Education Freedom Tax Credit — allows individual taxpayers to receive up to a $1,700 dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit for donations made to non-profit scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs). However, state governors must formally opt into the program for their residents and local educational organizations to participate and receive the funds. The IRS recently reported that more than half of U.S. states have already signed up to participate. Burke noted that "competitive pressure" will ultimately force blue states to capture the influx of private donations. "If you're in California, for example… a donor will be able to donate to scholarship-granting organizations outside of California, and they will get their tax credit as a result of that," Burke said. "So, unless a state like California decides to opt in, then they're going to have donors donating outside of their state and their students in California not benefiting." Education Secretary Linda McMahon previously noted that some Democratic leaders have resisted the federal scholarship program simply because "it’s a Trump measure." NATION’S LARGEST TEACHERS UNION UNDER FIRE AS CONTROVERSIAL AGENDA PUTS CENTURY-OLD FEDERAL CHARTER AT RISK McMahon pointed to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, who had expressed concerns that school choice programs could divert resources from public education — money that opponents argue should instead go toward teacher salaries, recruiting staff and upgrading facilities. Kentucky has since formally joined the federal program after the state legislature overrode Beshear's veto of opt-in legislation. Unlike traditional voucher programs that draw directly from municipal or state public education funds, tax-credit scholarships allow taxpayers to redirect a portion of their federal tax liability toward non-profit funding for student scholarships. The federal framework leaves the opt-in decision to state governors, enabling local families to access federally incentivized scholarship dollars. Sydney Altfield, CEO of Teach Coalition, told Fox News Digital that the structural design of the tax credit creates a financial incentive that blue-state governors cannot afford to ignore. "I think even just today there might have been a news article where Gov. Jared Polis from Colorado is calling on blue states not to opt in so that he can take their money," Altfield added. "That's a great opportunity for states like Colorado, and hopefully Gov. Hochul is right behind him. If other blue states don't want to opt in, I can only imagine that Gov. Hochul is going to do everything in her power to get more money into the state. She always says she wants to put money back into the pockets of New Yorkers, and this is doing just that." Colorado Gov. Jared Polis became the first Democratic governor to announce that his state would participate in the federal program in late 2025, and Colorado subsequently formally opted in. Dismissing critics at the time, Polis told local media he "would be crazy not to" join, pointing out that the program could help families pay for tutoring, after-school programs and summer enrichment. HOCHUL ACCUSED OF ‘HIT JOB’ ON BEHALF OF TEACHERS’ UNIONS IN ACT OF ‘PURE CENSORSHIP’: LABOR GROUP In May, Emma Wallner, a spokesperson for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, confirmed that the governor intends to opt New York into the program — making it the 30th state to participate. "Governor Hochul is supportive of the federal tax credit scholarship and its potential to help New York students and schools," Wallner told Fox News Digital. "Our office awaits information from the federal government on the program and will thoroughly review the details of the policy for poison pills that could harm New York’s education system." Fox News Digital reached out again for new comment from Governor Hochul, as well as to Governor Polis.  Despite Hochul's stated intention to participate, major labor groups and teachers unions remain staunchly opposed. A coalition of teachers unions and other public school advocates launched a petition demanding that Hochul reject the program. "Gov. Hochul plans to opt New York starting in 2027. But most New Yorkers haven’t even heard of this program or know how it will affect New York," the petition states. "Tax dollars would help pay private tuition for families who never used public schools." TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TOUTS ‘HARD RESET’ FOR AMERICAN SCHOOLS, VOWS TO PUT PARENTS ‘BACK IN CHARGE’ For decades, school choice initiatives have remained a third-rail issue for many Democrats, who contend that choice models weaken public school systems and undermine labor unions. However, growing parent demand for alternative education options — including charter schools, private schooling, and homeschooling following the COVID-19 pandemic — has pushed several prominent Democrats to re-evaluate their positions. Trump's landmark school choice program comes amid major big blue city school districts struggling to retain students since the coronavirus pandemic. "This is pressure of money flowing into your state. This is pressure of job availability in your state. This is the pressure of educational opportunities increasing for your communities," Altfield said, expanding on Burke’s comments. "This is pressure of putting money back in the pockets of parents, back in the pockets of families who are struggling the most. This is the best kind of pressure to have." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac144fd75342cf4db8b8c10 Ex-Sheriff’s Deputy Acquitted in Fatal Shooting of Airman Roger Fortson te 2026-10-03T18:10:05.269Z Ex-Sheriff’s Deputy Acquitted in Fatal Shooting of Airman Roger Fortson The airman, Roger Fortson, had answered a knock at his home in Fort Walton Beach while holding a gun, and was shot within seconds. A Florida jury cleared the former deputy, Eddie Duran. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac144fc75342cf4db8b8c07 As She Divorces Ken Paxton, His Wife Urges Texans to Vote for Him te 2026-10-03T18:10:04.413Z As She Divorces Ken Paxton, His Wife Urges Texans to Vote for Him In a new ad, Angela Paxton tells voters to focus on the “whole team,” not “individual players.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac142a775342cf4db8b8bb9 Teen Charged With Attempted Murder and Domestic Terrorism After Chemical Spill te 2026-10-03T18:00:07.495Z Teen Charged With Attempted Murder and Domestic Terrorism After Chemical Spill The 15-year-old mixed and ingested hazardous chemicals at a school cafeteria in Portland, Ore., last month, officials said. His lawyers denied the allegations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1405175342cf4db8b8b5f Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on MLB Division Series Yankees vs Rays te 2026-10-03T17:50:09.286Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on MLB Division Series Yankees vs Rays The MLB Playoffs are back in action with the Yankees taking on the Rays in Game 1 of the ALDS. Underdog wants you to get in on the action with a promo offer to play $5 and get $100 using promo code FOXNEWS.  The Yankees were able to escape the first round with a sweep of the Red Sox. Boston didn’t even put up much of a fight as the Bronx Bombers lived up to their name with homer after homer and solid pitching. Now they must face another division foe, and one of the best teams in baseball if they want to advance.  They will once again rely on strong pitching and timely hitting to win. Gerrit Cole gets the nod for the Yankees today, and having him as your third starter is arguably the best option you can have. He has been hit hard at times this season, so he will have to avoid giving up a big inning. The Tampa Bay Rays are the top team in the American League. They were amazing at home this year as well, winning almost 30 more games at home than losses. They have had some postseason success in the past, but don’t have nearly the payroll or name recognition as the Yankees.  This team is built around Junior Caminero’s success this season (.276 batting average, 42 homers, and 101 RBIs). It also has a strong starting rotation led by today’s starter, Drew Rasmussen. He will take the hill in hopes of giving his team a 1-0 lead in this best-of-five series. If you like anything from this game, or any other MLB game tonight, use promo code FOXNEWS on Underdog to earn $100 in bonus bets on a $5 wager. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac13df975342cf4db8b8aef Former Anthropic security leader warns AI agents are becoming too autonomous for humans to keep them in check te 2026-10-03T17:40:09.986Z Former Anthropic security leader warns AI agents are becoming too autonomous for humans to keep them in check Artificial intelligence researcher Jeffrey Ladish told Fox News Digital that humanity does not have any real strategies to keep increasingly autonomous AI models and agents under control as they become more capable of hacking, cheating and ignoring instructions. Ladish, the executive director of Palisade Research, said those skeptical of how powerful AI will become should consider how far the technology has advanced in just a few years. "You have AI agents ... solving one of the hardest problems in mathematics that humans have been trying to solve for decades," Ladish said, referring to the Navier–Stokes problem. "Three years ago they were solving high school level math problems." Ladish also pointed to the rapid improvement in AI-generated images and video, arguing that people who mocked the famously distorted AI videos of Will Smith eating spaghetti just a few years ago might be surprised by the photorealistic outputs some models are now able to produce. BILL GATES WARNS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 'POWERFUL ENOUGH' TO CAUSE 'A BILLION DEATHS' IF UNCHECKED While these capability leaps may feel sudden to the general public, researchers who spent years training models at companies like Anthropic and OpenAI saw what was coming, Ladish said. Ladish helped build Anthropic's security team from September 2021 to October 2022 before leaving to found Palisade Research, which studies whether humans can remain in control of increasingly capable AI systems. While working at Anthropic, Ladish said employees there were "pretty concerned" about where the technology was headed, a view he said was also shared by people he knew at OpenAI. "If you were at Anthropic in 2022, you were seeing every training run get immensely impressive results," Ladish said. AI EXTINCTION WARNINGS DOMINATE HEADLINES AFTER EX-ANTHROPIC EMPLOYEE'S VIRAL POST AI models are trained in a way that is somewhat analogous to how humans learn, though on a much larger scale. "I often compare this pre-training part, which is where they learn based on human data, to book smarts. It's sort of like you've read every single book in the library 50 times. And you really know those books inside and out," Ladish said. Once the model has reached a baseline level of knowledge, it must then be trained to perform real-world tasks through a grueling process known as reinforcement learning. Using accounting as an example, Ladish said the AI is given tens of thousands of accounting problems to solve through trial and error, repeating them millions of times across thousands of parallel training runs. Unlike a human, who might spend four years earning an accounting degree and decades gaining experience, AI agents are trained across thousands of GPUs by companies with the resources to operate them, allowing them to improve at a pace no single person could match. REP. TED LIEU: AI IS ALREADY TOO POWERFUL. WE NEED A KILL SWITCH BEFORE DISASTER STRIKES While AI labs have been able to exponentially improve their models' capabilities, they have yet to solve the problem of reliably getting them to follow instructions and behave morally without employing deception tactics, Ladish said. The Hugging Face incident is the clearest example of this. Roughly 700 AI agents created by OpenAI were able to break out of a secure sandbox environment and hack into Hugging Face, a popular online platform where developers share and build artificial intelligence models. "They were not supposed to talking to each other and they managed to establish multiple secret message boards that went undetected by OpenAI for like months. And then they launched this massive cyberattack," Ladish said. "OpenAI trained them to work together, but ... they're still planning to train them to work together. And other companies are doing this too." Ladish warned that unless developers can prevent AI agents from colluding with one another, they could eventually dominate humans in the cyber domain. He also described a future where humans could be forced to rely on well-intentioned AI to defend against malicious AI. AN AI CYBERATTACK COULD TURN OFF AMERICA'S LIGHTS BEFORE WASHINGTON EVEN UNDERSTANDS WHY "We actually just don't have general solutions to these problems, and I think it's pretty clear that if you keep pushing them, this goes to a very bad place," he said. As one example, Ladish said he could envision AI systems eventually outperforming human traders in the financial markets. "If those AIs are answering to AI companies, then the AI companies will dominate finance and just eat the entire industry. But if the AIs are not answerable to the AI companies — if they actually have figured out how to themselves be in control — well, now you have this non-human entity dominating the finance markets." Ladish said he believes the same dynamic could eventually extend beyond the digital world and into manufacturing should AI systems become capable enough to design and operate autonomous factories. "If you have these agents in control of all of the computers and you have these robotic facilities that can really self-replicate, humans get displaced. Maybe we don't make it because your house could be used to host a power plant, or a data center, or a factory or robotic launch facility," he said. However, like other experts who have warned about the worst possible outcomes of AI run amok, Ladish said he believes there is still time to reduce the risks. He called for the creation of a government body staffed with technical experts to work with AI labs and evaluate advanced models at each stage of development. "We have choices to make," he said. "This is going places. This is a technology that is very different than other technologies." Anthropic and OpenAI did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac13df975342cf4db8b8ae6 Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350 Unlocks Bet $20, Get $350 Promo for Padres vs Brewers te 2026-10-03T17:40:09.257Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350 Unlocks Bet $20, Get $350 Promo for Padres vs Brewers The National League takes center stage tonight as the MLB Playoffs return with two of the best teams in action as the Padres and Brewers play Game 1. Fanatics is giving you a chance to be part of the game with promo code FOXNEWS350 giving you $350 in FanCash on a $20 wager. The San Diego Padres have been one of the best teams in baseball since the All-Star Break. Their offense, full of big names and stars, has finally started hitting the ball and it has made all the difference. In their opening series against the Cubs they dominated on both the offensive and pitching side of the game. This series will see if they can do it against another National League Central opponent, the Brewers. 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Simply wager $20 on tonights Padres vs. Brewers game using code FOXNEWS350 to earn $350 in FanCash.  How to Watch Padres vs Brewers Padres vs Brewers Odds Odds subject to change Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac13df875342cf4db8b8add Miranda Lambert says she and Ella Langley clashed while making hit record te 2026-10-03T17:40:08.446Z Miranda Lambert says she and Ella Langley clashed while making hit record Making a hit record wasn't all harmony for Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley. The country superstar revealed that she and the "Choosin' Texas" singer butted heads while working together — and Lambert said the disagreements were actually a sign they were on the right track. "If we don't fight by the end of this, we probably didn't do it right," Lambert recalled telling Langley during an appearance on The New York Times' "Popcast." MIRANDA LAMBERT DELIVERS STRAIGHT-SHOOTING ADVICE TO RISING COUNTRY STAR IN SURPRISE BATHROOM ENCOUNTER The candid admission came while Lambert discussed the emotional process of creating a record with the rising country star. "There was hard parts of it. Creating a record is not — I mean, it's a long journey, you know what I mean? And it's a lot of emotions," Lambert said. ELLA LANGLEY ADDRESSES CRITICISM IN EMOTIONAL CONCERT SPEECH AS 'CHOOSIN' TEXAS' DOMINATES CHARTS "We did a lot," she admitted when asked if she and Langley were "butting heads" during the process. "And I think that's important because we needed to." Lambert, who has built a career on songs about heartbreak, independence and life in the country, said she welcomed disagreements as long as they were constructive. When asked if she enjoys a good argument, the country star didn't hesitate. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Yeah, I'm scrappy … I wanted it to be right, you know what I mean?" she said. The country star was also asked if she ever let Langley win one of their disagreements. She laughed off the question. "Yeah. I mean … it's her name. But yeah, it was a good balance, I felt like, of bouncing songs off each other, saying like, 'That's too far one way,' or 'That doesn't fit the record,' whatever it was. And I love that she trusted me with that. I really do." "Choosin' Texas" has become a record-breaking hit for Langley. On that track, Lambert said, there wasn't much fighting to do. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "That one is just like — it's like a piece of our DNA. So, no. It's like there's this nostalgia to it, and it's like her love for country and my love for country." She continued, "That one, whether it was the writing of it just fell out or the production, it was just like, 'This is what it's supposed to be. Let's let it be.'" Langley celebrated a Billboard record in September as "Choosin' Texas" reached its 23rd week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, surpassing Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" for the longest reign at the top of the chart. ELLA LANGLEY JOINS MUSIC ROYALTY WITH 'INSANE' MILESTONE FOR 'CHOOSIN' TEXAS' "I'm genuinely trying to find the words to explain what's going on in my brain today," Langley said in an Instagram video. "What? I don't know. Thank you so much. Thank you for loving this song, for listening to it. I feel like … I just don't even know what to say at this point. I'm running out of hyperboles to describe how I feel, so I will just let my dog in the background show you his excitement," she continued as her dog barked. The record-breaking run has continued. "Choosin' Texas" has now spent 24 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, extending its record as the longest-running No. 1 song in chart history. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE The song first entered the Hot 100 in November 2025, became Langley's first top 10 in January and reached No. 1 for the first time in February. "Choosin' Texas" has also spent 42 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart, continuing its run atop both the all-genre and country charts. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac136ef75342cf4db8b89cd Bear necessities: Arizona State’s struggling offense looks to regroup against stingy Baylor defense te 2026-10-03T17:10:07.294Z Bear necessities: Arizona State’s struggling offense looks to regroup against stingy Baylor defense TEMPE – Arizona State offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo has a simple but big goal when the Sun Devils host the Baylor Bears in ASU’s home opener on Saturday at Mountain America Stadium. “We got to play a lot better,” Arroyo said. “We’ve got to get ourselves in a better situation advantageously on offense.” The Sun Devils are coming off a bye week after a grueling travel schedule that included back-to-back games at Texas A&M, and against Kansas in the Union Jack Classic in London. Since the fourth quarter of the Texas A&M game, ASU has struggled to move the ball. In the fourth quarter in College Station, Texas, the Aggies outscored the Sun Devils 24-0. ASU ran 14 plays in the quarter that totaled 54 yards with two interceptions, a fumble, a punt and a turnover on downs that ended the game. In a win against the Jayhawks at Wembley Stadium, the Sun Devils (2-1, 1-0 Big 12)  only produced 228 yards of offense, 133 of those on the ground. Wide receiver Reed Harris, who has 19 receptions for 374 yards and five touchdowns this season, said missed assignments have been an issue.  “One of the biggest things that we’ve been trying to fix in our fiction is our MA rate, and that’s one of the biggest issues that we’ve got to focus on,” Harris said. Players and coaches said mental errors have been the team’s biggest weakness, with too many of them making it hard to win games. “We shoot ourselves on the foot,” running back Kyson Brown said. When adjusting and fixing these mistakes, Harris said it comes down to every detail. “Everything, changing detail, getting extra meetings, meeting up with the guys in our free time, going over our notes and the installs at night, simple things,” he said. “Really just everybody buying in, and we know everybody’s bought in, but everybody could always be better.” Focusing on the simple things is important as well. “We have all the guys that we need,” Brown said. “Smart guys, tough guys that can play at a high level. We’ve just got to get guys doing that. “Everybody on offense has to do their job or else we can’t succeed. In other words, upfront, receivers, better positions, you gotta do your job correctly. So going forward, that’s gonna be one of our big emphases.” ASU’s offense ranks 52nd in the nation at 426 yards per game, and 79th in scoring offense at 24 points per game. Making matters more challenging is a Baylor defense that is only allowing 13 points per game, which ranks 14th in the nation. “They’ve got a really good defensive front,” Arroyo said. “It’s going to be like a hockey substitution at times with the front.” The Bears (3-1, 1-0) are coming off a 23-13 win against Colorado at home “If they reach the ball four more inches, this is a top-25 team coming to town,” coach Kenny Dillingham said of Baylor, whose only loss was a 17-16 decision against Auburn in Atlanta in Week 1, when Auburn safety Eric Winters stopping Baylor inches short of a two-point conversion with nine seconds remaining on the clock. “This will be a good, tough task for us.” Bears coach Dave Aranda remembers the last time he coached in Tempe against Arizona State. It came when Aranda was the defensive coordinator of the No. 20 ranked Wisconsin Badgers in 2013. The Todd Graham-coached Sun Devils posted a 32-30 upset in a season when they won the Pac-12 South Division and Graham was named Pac-12 Coach of the Year.  “Just my memories of that game, though, was a very tough place to play,” Aranda said. “It’s just loud and at night it can be electric.” In their first game as Big 12 conference foes last season, Arizona State edged Baylor, 27–24, in Waco on a 43-yard walk-off field goal by kicker Jesus Gomez as time expired. The only other meeting came in 1990 when the Sun Devils hosted the Bears and won 34-13. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1349a75342cf4db8b8982 Fever 2026 timeline: How Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and rivals likely changed the WNBA forever te 2026-10-03T17:00:10.539Z Fever 2026 timeline: How Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and rivals likely changed the WNBA forever The Indiana Fever's 2026 season may be studied by historians for decades to come. Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, their supporting cast, rival players and neurotic fans and critics combined to form a perfect storm of cultural chaos. It pushed the WNBA to new heights in TV ratings and attendance, all while driving two sides of America further apart in a deepening cultural divide, sparking often-emotional debates on race and sexuality, day after day. WNBA COMMISSIONER CATHY ENGELBERT TO RETIRE AT END OF CALENDAR YEAR, ENDING CONTROVERSIAL TENURE The entire WNBA will be coming out of the season a completely different league than what it was going into 2026, as there will be a change in commissioner, all while two former NBA players are now declared for the 2027 draft. Here's how it all went down. The Fever entered 2026 with championship expectations. Clark was preparing to return after injuries limited her to just 13 games last year, as Cunningham was returning from injury too. Kelsey Mitchell and Lexie Hull re-signed to reunite the core that carried to the brink of the 2025 Finals. The Fever also added veterans Monique Billings, Tyasha Harris and Myisha Hines-Allen and drafted South Carolina guard Raven Johnson with the No. 10 pick. Before training camp, Hull, who had become a fan-favorite in 2025, told Fox News Digital what it was like living inside the Clark-generated media spotlight that began in 2024. "The most challenging part is there's just so much scrutiny," Hull said. "People need to know that everyone's human. We're real people. I think when things get blown out of proportion, when things get really personal and there's personal attacks on people's character, I think that's where it gets over the line." Hull disputed the idea that opponents had necessarily become more physical with Clark, arguing that social media magnified every collision and missed call. But she acknowledged that the Fever’s massive following gave opponents extra motivation whenever Indiana came to town. The attention also came with an upside. Hull told Fox News Digital that seeing young fans arrive in Fever gear and aspire to play professional basketball had been "the most rewarding part" of the Clark era. After Indiana came within one victory of the 2025 WNBA Finals despite losing Clark and Cunningham to injuries, Hull declared the 2026 championship goal "very achievable." But they had no idea what laid ahead. Clark’s long-awaited regular-season return came in front of a sold-out Gainbridge Fieldhouse crowd on May 9. The opener pitted Clark against Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers, another former No. 1 overall pick whose arrival gave the league a second young superstar capable of drawing enormous national attention. The teams were called for a combined 53 fouls, disrupting a game that still came down to the final possession, as Clark missed a deep 3-pointer that could have forced overtime. Hours after the loss, Clark joined country music star Morgan Wallen for his signature concert walkout at Lucas Oil Stadium. The hometown crowd roared as Clark emerged alongside Wallen, but the appearance immediately dragged her back into the cultural and racial debates that had followed her since entering the WNBA. Critics condemned Clark for associating with Wallen, who was recorded using a racial slur in 2021 and later apologized. ESPN contributor Jayson Buford called the appearance "blatantly corny" and wrote that Clark was beloved "despite her proximity to the type of whiteness that is inherently scary." Other fans criticized Clark for celebrating at a concert only hours after missing a potential game-tying shot in Indiana’s loss. CAITLIN CLARK CALLS FOR FULL-TIME WNBA REFEREES AS OFFICIATING FAILURES MOUNT IN 2026 Others accused Clark’s critics of applying a double standard. Jemele Hill noted that Peyton Manning, Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes, Myles Garrett and Marshawn Lynch were among the prominent sports figures who had participated in Wallen’s concert entrances without generating comparable outrage. Cunningham, meanwhile, celebrated her teammate’s appearance in an Instagram post. Four days later, Clark picked up her first technical foul of the year during an 87-78 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. After being called for an offensive foul late in the first half, Clark approached referee Jason Alabanza, clapped in his face and continued arguing as the teams headed toward their locker rooms. "I think the refs are doing a tremendous job," Clark told USA Network reporter Paris Lawson that night. "I deserved the technical they gave me. But it’s great for the game. They’re going to keep the hands off; they’re going to make the play be good. Obviously they called a lot of fouls tonight but it’s going to even out. So, you’ve got to give them credit. They’re doing the right thing." But coach Stephanie White criticized the referees after the game. "A lot of us spent a lot of time in the offseason on various committees trying to remedy this officiating thing," White said. "This felt a lot like last year to me. And that's not where we want it to be." On May 17, Cunningham came off the bench and scored 17 points in an 89-78 win over the Seattle Storm. But her most viral moment came after she blocked former Indiana University star Mackenzie Holmes and celebrated emphatically. When critics said she was doing too much over one regular-season block, Cunningham responded on social media. "HAHAHA ‘act like you’ve been there before’….. okay but the last I did this was against my 2 year old niece," Cunningham wrote. "LET ME LIVE!!!!" The Fever’s championship expectations began to buckle after consecutive losses to Golden State and expansion Portland. During a 100-84 loss to the Fire on May 30, Clark scored only six points on 1-of-7 shooting and was seen arguing with White during a timeout, fueling online speculation about a rift between the superstar and her coach. Clark rejected suggestions of a fractured relationship when she spoke to reporters June 1. "First of all, two people being competitive. Two people that really want to win," Clark said. White added, "I think what happened in that moment is I was challenging a player. It’s coaching. It’s what it is. I don't often think it becomes an issue if you're watching it in men's sports most of the time." But Cunningham’s remarks the following day suggested the Fever still believed a serious internal conversation was necessary. "We had a team meeting Monday — a long meeting — and so hopefully we’ve kind of turned the page," Cunningham told reporters June 2. She estimated the meeting lasted between 90 minutes and two hours, began with the coaches and ended with the players speaking among themselves. She called the discussion "much needed." "We’re just too soft right now, and that’s not what our identity is, so we need to get away from that." The Fever briefly appeared to find their footing after the meeting. On June 8, Clark buried a deep 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining to give Indiana a 78-76 victory over Washington Three days later, she produced 32 points and 10 assists in a 114-106 overtime win against Chicago. Clark received another technical foul late in Indiana’s June 13 victory over Connecticut after exchanging words with Saniya Rivers. Then came the renewal with Clark's rivalry against Angel Reese, who was now a part of the Atlanta Dream. The Fever then played consecutive games against Reese and the Dream in mid June. On June 18, Reese appeared to mock Clark for trying to draw a foul after the two made contact. Reese later caught Cunningham in the face with an elbow while battling for a rebound, although officials assessed only a common foul. Atlanta won 108-101. Two days later, Reese swiped at the ball in Clark’s hands after Clark was fouled, prompting the longtime rivals to exchange words. The brief confrontation quickly spread across social media as Atlanta won again, 113-96, as Clark was seen rolling her eyes while talking with White on the sideline. The fuse was lit June 22. During the fourth quarter of Indiana’s first game against Phoenix, Clark and former Fever teammate DeWanna Bonner became entangled while fighting for position. Words were exchanged. Players converged and the officials ultimately assessed five technical fouls. Then Cunningham pointed right at Bonner. Standing several feet away from Bonner, Cunningham extended her arm, locked eyes with her former Phoenix teammate and silently pointed at her for approximately 22 seconds. The moment was so prolonged, so unusual and so perfectly suited for the internet that it instantly became one of the WNBA season’s defining images. Cunningham later explained that Bonner told her, "Don’t you point at me." That only made Cunningham want to continue. "And I was just kind of pointing, and she is like, ‘Don’t you point at me,’ and I was like, ‘Oh, shouldn’t have said that,’ and I didn’t say a word," Cunningham said on her podcast. Then came the rematch that changed everything. With 6:52 remaining in the second quarter June 24, Clark drove into the lane and fell onto her side after contact. As Clark and Phoenix players scrambled for the loose ball, Thomas dove toward the floor. Video showed Thomas appearing to press a closed fist directly into Clark's throat. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! Thomas then rose and stepped over Clark as play continued. The referees called nothing. No personal foul. No technical foul. No flagrant review. The replay spread across social media, where fans dissected the contact frame by frame and once again accused WNBA officials of allowing opponents to take non-basketball shots at Clark without immediate consequences. Clark remained in the game initially but departed during the third quarter with a back injury and did not return. Phoenix escaped with a 111-109 victory. White unleashed one of the most blistering postgame attacks on WNBA officiating of the Clark era. "The fact that it was a no-call, it’s absolutely egregious and utterly disrespectful," White said. "We have a generational talent and a WNBA superstar who had two cheap shots right there that weren’t called," White said. "She is not called the same way as everybody else is called. The fist in the throat is crazy. It’s crazy. It’s dangerous." The officials had missed it in real time. The league office could not ignore it on replay. On June 25, the WNBA retroactively assessed Thomas a Flagrant-2 foul for a "non-basketball act," concluding that she had recklessly made contact with her fist to Clark’s throat area. Thomas received a one-game suspension and a $1,000 fine. It was the first suspension of her 13-year WNBA career. "Player safety should be paramount in our league," Fever president Kelly Krauskopf said in a statement. "We appreciate the WNBA’s review of last night’s incident and the action taken. Right now our focus is on Caitlin and our entire team as we prepare for Saturday." The season would never be just about basketball after that, and it was still only beginning. Thomas's punishment divided the public. Clark supporters argued one game was insufficient for an ejectable non-basketball act. Thomas defenders maintained that slow-motion replays and freeze frames made an accidental collision appear deliberate. Clark missed Indiana’s June 27 game against Los Angeles with a back injury. The Fever did not attribute the injury to Thomas’ contact, and Clark had already experienced back trouble earlier in the season. Meanwhile, Cunningham’s 22-second point became one of the year’s biggest sports memes. On June 30, the White House posted an edited video pairing Cunningham’s gesture with President Donald Trump pointing, transforming a moment of basketball trash talk into a national political symbol. That same day, Thomas said she and members of her family had received death threats and racial slurs following the incident. She also criticized Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for failing to defend the league’s players publicly. Engelbert responded by condemning the abuse. "We still have yet to hear anything from Cathy, it’s no surprise," Thomas said. "As usual, she remains silent, and that’s unfortunate when our lives are being threatened." Engelbert responded later that day. "The WNBA vehemently condemns any and all forms of hate," she said, adding that the threats and racial abuse described by Thomas were "completely unacceptable and not representative of the WNBA community." The statement came only after Thomas called out the commissioner, intensifying criticism that the league had been reactive throughout the controversy. Clark addressed the fallout July 3. She agreed that Thomas’ contact warranted a flagrant foul and said the league needed to improve its officiating and protection of players. But Clark also forcefully condemned the attacks directed at Thomas. "The harassment, the hate — none of that is OK," Clark said. Day after day, the temperature rose. And every big to medium name in sports media was getting their turn with the thermostat. On June 25, Boomer Esiason argued that Clark was denied respect because she was a "straight white basketball player" and should consider leaving the WNBA. Three days later, ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike said Clark could "embellish contact" and suggested the league reacted to the optics of a viral freeze-frame. On June 29, Emmanuel Acho declared that the WNBA would be "better off" without Clark because she had become more distraction than asset—even while crediting her with helping deliver charter flights, a lucrative media agreement and richer contracts. The stakes rose into politics, medicine and even the Olympics. On July 2, former Philadelphia 76ers orthopedic consultant Dr. Nicholas DiNubile gave a harrowing warning to Clark, telling Fox News Digital that as little as 10 to 20 pounds of pressure could damage the throat or larynx, while swelling or bleeding could rapidly obstruct an airway if she were to get hit in the throat again. The controversy inevitably reached the White House on July 6, when President Donald Trump said Clark had been "treated rather rough" and called the Thomas incident "a pretty bad event." Two days later, 11 Republican House members led by Rep. August Pfluger demanded answers from Engelbert about what they described as repeated hostility and violence against Clark. Their letter suggested investigations by the Justice Department, Labor Department or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission if discrimination or retaliation were creating a hostile workplace were on the table. The Fever said neither the organization nor Clark knew about or participated in the effort. Jemele Hill called the GOP intervention "f---ing ridiculous," while CNN’s Abby Phillip said Republican support for Clark appeared to exist "exclusively because she is White." Engelbert did little to regain control. On July 10, Dan Patrick said the commissioner canceled a scheduled interview on his show. Patrick said his staff had waited nearly two hours. Footage of Engelbert golfing nearby as he discussed the cancellation only made the optics worse. On July 16, eight Olympians representing the United States, Jamaica and Germany told Fox News Digital that they believed WNBA had failed to adequately protect Clark and called for the league to consistently enforce its rules. The group included gold medalists Nancy Hogshead and Donna de Varona. But the next night Clark reminded everyone why the entire country was arguing about her. While operating under a minutes restriction, Clark erupted for a career-high 45 points, 10 assists and four steals in less than 30 minutes as Indiana defeated Seattle 110-107. She became the first player in WNBA history to record at least 40 points and 10 assists in one game, while producing the highest-scoring performance ever by a point guard or Fever player. For one night, basketball reclaimed the story. But it wouldn't last. On July 21, an ESPN profile revealed the now-famous or infamous quote from Cunningham: "I want to protect young girls in a locker room, or young girls in sport who shouldn't have to go against biological men." The Fever's second biggest star became a folk hero for the "Save Women's Sports" movement. The quote split instantly along familiar political lines. Cunningham refused to retreat when reporters questioned her July 22. "I said what I said. I think it’s kind of common sense," she said. "I think it’s really important to protect children, and that’s little girls who are also involved in that category." Clark, meanwhile, wasn't done being used as a martyr to discuss racism. USA Today columnist Nancy Armour argued that Clark’s alleged flopping and berating of officials fueled racist harassment and placed Black and queer players in danger. Armour invoked the murder of Emmett Till while connecting the controversy to America’s history of White women portraying Black people as threats. After intense backlash, Armour apologized for what she called an "inartful comparison." Clark appeared to push back on the cultural narratives during All-Star weekend, accusing the media of creating a "false characterization" of her and making accusations about her character without knowing her. "It’s emotionally exhausting, it’s draining, it makes your shoulders tense, because you know, people don’t want to talk about the basketball," Clark said. "They want to stir it up and make it something else." Former President Barack Obama then surprised the All-Stars at practice and encouraged Clark not to let the surrounding "nonsense" destroy her joy for basketball. But a new storm was waiting for the Fever once All-Star weekend was over. The Fever's first game after the All-Star break was in Seattle against the Storm. That night, Outside Climate Pledge Arena, Cunningham’s defense of female-only sports prompted banners, balloons, a life-size cardboard cutout and a billboard truck declaring, "Sophie supports women & girls! Save women’s sports." The rally was organized by independent journalist and podcast host Brandi Kruse, women’s-rights advocate Amy E. Sousa — known online as "Known Heretic" — and the group Women Are Real. The rally promoted Washington Initiative 638, which would prohibit students defined as biologically male from competing in certain female-only K-12 sports and require medical verification of biological sex. Supporters carried signs reading "Thank you Sophie," "I said what I said" and "With love is truth." Counterprotesters arrived with LGBTQ flags and signs supporting transgender inclusion. The divide continued inside. the arena Storm center Stefanie Dolson entered the arena wearing a "Trans rights are human rights" shirt. Cunningham was booed when she checked into the game and again when she attempted her first free throws. Then during the game, two teenage girls wearing XX-XY Athletics shirts held a sign reading, "Thank you Sophie for speaking up for girls." One of them was Washington high school runner Ahnaleigh Wilson, who said she had competed against a transgender athlete several times and attended her first WNBA game because Cunningham’s remarks made her feel supported. The girls alleged Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton approached them and called them "f---ing insane." One day later, the story had shaken the nation, erupting on social media and across mainstream news. The Storm was forced to acknowledge the incident and apologized, before the WNBA later fined Keaton and suspended her from Seattle’s next five home games. And Cunningham was quick to weigh in on the matter herself. Cunningham reposted Fox News Digital’s report on X about Keaton’s punishment, writing, "I truly believe there is a safe space and love for EVERYBODY," Cunningham wrote. "You can disagree and still be kind." She praised the teenagers for defending their beliefs, promised to send them gifts and called Keaton’s alleged conduct "truly embarrassing." The incident set the WNBA's drama on a track from a hot topic in sports media into the spotlight of a one-month national obsession. The "Save Women's Sports" movement had found its road map in the Fever’s upcoming schedule after the Storm game. The next stop was just down the West coast in Portland. As the second Cunningham rally raged outside the Moda Center, once again pitting women's sports advocates against pro-trans counter-protesters, WNBA coaches faced consequential questioning inside. An OutKick reporter pressed both White and Fire coach Alex Sarama on their stances on whether biological males should be allowed to compete in women's sports. Neither coach gave a clear yes or no answer, and their responses frustrated all sides on social media. White's response in particular, as the coach of Clark and Cunningham, drew national backlash all while her team was playing the game that night. "I don't think I'm educated enough," White said, adding "I never believe exclusion is the answer." The answer drew prominent voices across social media, on both sides of the aisle, into the debate that had suddenly gripped the WNBA. And that grip only tightened in the following weeks. The first use of the term "Sophie Night" appeared in an OutKick article previewing the third rally that was set to take place in Minnesota for the Fever's Aug. 2 game against the Lynx. The name stuck. On Aug. 2, Jennifer Sey, Riley Gaines and Michele Tafoya joined women’s sports advocates outside Target Center, where OutKick documented counterprotesters shouting slurs and security intervening during a physical confrontation. College softball player Kendall Kotzmacher later told Fox News Digital that one protester said she "should’ve been aborted." Inside, Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve wore a "Trans Kids Belong" shirt, while Gaines alleged an arena employee tried to make her lower a sign that read, "Sophie, thank you — a girl mom." Gaines refused and later posed with Cunningham holding the sign. On the sidelines, Cunningham said Reeve approached her for a face-to-face conversation in which both shared their perspectives and "left with love and respect." Clark, meanwhile, was finally pulled into the debate. She declined to take a side, saying the issue was for "leagues and governing bodies" to resolve with their athletes and that Indiana’s focus was basketball. Then came the sleeping giants. On Aug. 7, former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White announced they intended to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft while identifying as women, openly challenging a collective bargaining agreement that limited eligibility to "players who are women" but did not further define the term. White first revealed his plan exclusively to OutKick. In response the WNBPA said transgender people should not be subjected to "hate, abuse and demonization" and declared that players would not be used as "political pawns." Commissioner Cathy Engelbert called the subject "complex and nuanced" in a memo to teams and promised listening sessions and additional discussions. Then Aug. 8 deteriorated whatever restraint remained. As a fourth Cunningham rally unfolded outside Chicago’s United Center, Sky guard DiJonai Carrington struck Cunningham across the face and neck as she drove toward the basket. Carrington received a flagrant-2 foul and was ejected, then posted "WHITE PRIVILEGE" and tagged the Fever. Carrington did not explain what the post meant or accuse Cunningham by name. There was also no evidence the foul was motivated by Cunningham’s position on transgender athletes. But Cunningham called the contact intentional and accused Carrington of seeking attention. "This has nothing to do with race," Cunningham said. "There’s no reason even to play that card." The fallout became nearly as combustible as the incident. Sports Illustrated changed a headline that initially described the hit as Cunningham receiving a "bitter taste of karma," while ESPN’s broadcast did not address Carrington’s "White privilege" post. The WNBA also imposed no additional discipline on Carrington, who was allowed to play in the Sky's next game. White also faced initial criticism after saying she did not believe Carrington intentionally targeted Cunningham’s neck, even as she agreed with the ejection. Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith publicly called for her firing. After reviewing the replay, White called the hit "egregious." On Aug. 11, she delivered a prepared defense of her players and staff, denounced the "hate," "fearmongering" and "divisiveness" surrounding the league and concluded, "Everybody else can go to hell." Some Fever fans booed her that night. Clark said hearing it made her "a little sick," while Cunningham publicly stood behind her coach. The next day, a league task force of team presidents and general managers discussed transgender eligibility but established no new standard. The WNBA said there were "no immediate eligibility matters" and condemned "bad-faith efforts" to demean or marginalize others. But the rallies kept spreading. At an Aug. 16 game in Atlanta, WNBA security ordered a mother and her 17-year-old daughter to cover their XX-XY shirts or leave. OutKick later learned that security also made a fan cover a "Protect Trans Kids" shirt. The league acknowledged the intervention "should not have happened," while the Dream said its personnel were not responsible. The game itself was one of the best contests of the regular season, as Clark and Cunningham escaped Atlanta with an overtime victory, avenging their earlier losses to Reese and the Dream earlier in the season. Clark was even seen laughing after Reese missed the game-winning layup. Two days later, Canadian powerlifting champion April Hutchinson led the seventh Cunningham rally and the first outside the United States in Toronto, where a billboard truck was told by police it had to shut down its message in support of protecting women's sports. Aug. 20, ahead of the Fever's game against the Wings in Dallas, the eighth "Sophie Night" had attracted Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who attended with his daughter in matching XX-XY shirts. Paxton told OutKick that he was monitoring the treatment of Cunningham’s supporters but announced no formal action. New York delivered the largest confrontation yet Aug. 22. Dueling crowds gathered behind police barriers outside Barclays Center ahead of the Fever's game against the liberty, where an OutKick photographer alleged his glasses were taken and officers escorted an OutKick reporter from a crowd of pro-trans protesters for his safety. Inside, the Liberty displayed three paid messages welcoming transgender fans. But Fox News Digital exclusively reported that the team had refunded lesbian hip-hop artist Julie Potter after attempting to rewrite her message: "Thank you Jennifer Sey! XX-XY Athletics will Save the Day!!" The circus reached its August climax one day later in Chicago. Carrington had teased the rematch by posting "8/23." But former NBA player Freedom stole the spectacle. Wearing a shirt defining a woman as an "adult human female," he attended the rally and sat courtside before becoming embroiled in a shouting match with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. Freedom said Cloud confronted him after he celebrated a Cunningham basket, alleging shouting at him "she's not going to sleep with you." Sky ownership said Freedom became a potential threat when he stood and stepped toward the court during the interaction with Cloud, as Security removed him, and Sky principal owner Michael Alter subsequently barred him from future home games. Alter told OutKick in an exclusive interview that some conduct does not warrant a warning, using firing a gun at someone as an "extreme example." Freedom denied threatening anyone and threatened legal action while speaking to OutKick later that day. Freedom made good on his promise of legal action just weeks later. But the spectacle ultimately produced the WNBA’s largest regular-season television audience in 29 years. On Aug. 24, unnamed league sources reportedly said Freedom and White were ineligible for the draft and called their declarations publicity stunts. The league, however, did not publicly identify the standard used to reach that conclusion. Freedom's stunt also seemingly drew mimicry from White. Four days later, White arrived at a Fever home game wearing a long blonde wig and introduced himself to OutKick as "Queen Roysha." Fans lined up for photographs. Gaines was also in the building that night, and her adversary and Olympic legend Simone Biles was the team's guest of honor for that game. Still, the guest that fans in the arena or on social media had the most interest in that night was White. In less than a month, Cunningham’s comments had spawned a traveling protest movement, dueling demonstrations, accusations of censorship and racism, a league task force, two former NBA players’ draft campaigns and a courtside confrontation that ended with one of them banned from an arena. The Fever were no longer merely a basketball team. They had become a traveling national referendum for a divided nation. The WNBA took a break from the chaos right at its peak. The league paused for two weeks as Clark, Reese and Paige Bueckers joined Team USA for the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin. No partnership carried more intrigue than Clark and Reese. The two stars both accepted reserve roles, frequently entered games together and were seen laughing and talking on the bench. Their complementary styles also produced some of Team USA’s most electric stretches. "We just continue to build chemistry because we know we’re going to be USA teammates for a while," Reese said after their best performance together in the quarterfinals. The Americans completed an undefeated run by defeating France on Sept. 13, capturing their fifth consecutive World Cup championship. Clark and Reese sat beside each other throughout the final round and connected on pivotal plays during the title game. Afterward, OutKick asked Clark whether she and Reese were friends now. "We’ve always been friends," Clark responded while wagging her finger. "Don’t try to do that. Don’t try to do that." The exchange immediately went viral, becoming the subject of another heated media debate over whether the Clark-Reese rivalry was real, exaggerated or manufactured entirely by the press. After the World Cup break dampened the discourse around women's sports, Clark and Cunningham returned to WNBA action Sept. 18, and quietly finished out the regular season with two wins and two losses. The Fever returned to Minnesota on Sept. 24 for their regular-season finale, where the final "Sophie Night" rally of the year unfolded outside Target Center. An opposing protester told Cunningham supporters through a bullhorn that they "should have been aborted," while another repeatedly called the XX-XY Athletics organization a "hate group." Inside, Minnesota routed Indiana 86-66. Clark scored a career-low two points, Aliyah Boston suffered a lower-leg injury and Tyasha Harris had to be carried from the floor. The Fever finished 28-16, fell to the No. 6 seed and drew the defending champion Las Vegas Aces. Aces star and WNBA legend A'ja Wilson immediately delivered a reality check. She overwhelmed Indiana with 38 points and 16 rebounds in a 102-85 Game 1 rout. Las Vegas led by as many as 27. Facing elimination Sept. 29, Clark answered with one of the greatest playoff performances in league history. She became the first WNBA player to record a points-assists double-double before halftime of a playoff game and finished with 27 points, 15 assists and seven rebounds in Indiana’s 99-89 victory. A second-quarter technical foul only ignited her, as the Fever responded with a 24-6 run. Clark eventually fouled out with 2:45 remaining, but she had already forced the series back to Las Vegas. Then the basketball game became something else. Late in the fourth quarter, Wilson and Cunningham became tangled during a physical play. A male spectator behind the basket stood and pointed toward Wilson, prompting her to move toward him before teammates and officials intervened. Wilson received a technical foul, while the spectator was temporarily escorted from his seat and later allowed to return. A witness told OutKick that the man had only shouted, "It’s on you!" Wilson offered a different perspective, saying the man had stepped toward her and that his gesture and tone were "unacceptable." Fever security interviewed the fan and witnesses and found no Fan Code of Conduct violation. The WNBA later reached the same conclusion. The league also determined Wilson had remained in a designated "player escape lane," not entered the stands, explaining why she was not automatically ejected or suspended. Enes Kanter Freedom, who had been removed and later banned from Chicago Sky games after his own courtside confrontation, called it a double standard and told OutKick Wilson should have been suspended. Cunningham naturally poured gasoline on it. The next morning, she posted a TikTok marveling at the "comeback year for the point," invoking both the Wilson incident and her own viral finger-pointing confrontation with DeWanna Bonner earlier in the season. Wilson got the final response. Game 3 opened in open hostility. Just over three minutes into the winner-take-all contest, former Fever player Brianna Turner worked her way into Indiana’s on-court huddle. Clark shoved her out. Both players received technical fouls. Early in the second quarter, Turner appeared to hook Hull’s arm and pull her to the floor. Officials called the foul on Hull. White, Hull and the Fever bench pleaded for a timeout and challenge, but the officials allowed Las Vegas to proceed with a free throw, closing Indiana’s opportunity for review. The Fever bench received another technical foul amid the confusion. Indiana still twice pulled within two points during the fourth quarter. Then, with the Fever trailing 82-77 and 3:16 remaining, Jewell Loyd inadvertently caught Clark in the mouth with an elbow while battling for a rebound. There was no whistle and no review. Clark briefly left the court with blood pouring from her mouth. When she returned, she pulled down her lip and showed the damage to an official. The Aces attempted 35 free throws to Indiana’s 20 in Game 3 and held an 89-58 advantage across the series, despite the Fever taking twice as many shots in the restricted area. White called it a "game of the margins" and noted the disparity after the game. "Hmm, interesting," Clark interjected. But the officials were not the entire story. Wilson was. She scored 36 points with 10 rebounds, while Clark and Mitchell combined to shoot 13-of-41. Las Vegas earned a 94-83 victory and eliminated Indiana for the second consecutive season. The questionable calls supplied one final controversy, but Wilson supplied the decisive answer. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The Aces left with the series. Clark left Las Vegas with blood in her mouth. Now, as the Fever and the WNBA as a whole will look toward 2027 with questions abound, as to whether Cunningham will be returning to the team, and what the new commissioner will mean for the league's culture and Clark's presence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1349975342cf4db8b8979 Silent heart threat found in adults under 30 with no known cardiovascular disease te 2026-10-03T17:00:09.655Z Silent heart threat found in adults under 30 with no known cardiovascular disease A buildup of artery-clogging plaque may begin much earlier than many people realize, new research has found. About 1 in 13 adults ages 18 to 29 already had silent atherosclerosis — the hardening of the arteries from plaque — despite having no known cardiovascular disease, while more than half of all healthy adults in the study showed signs of plaque somewhere in their arteries, according to a major new international study. Researchers from Denmark and Spain used advanced imaging to examine more than 16,800 adults ages 18 to 70 with no known cardiovascular disease. They found plaque in 57.1% of participants, with prevalence increasing steadily with age, from about 1 in 13 adults under 30 to roughly 9 in 10 adults ages 60 to 70, according to the research published in The New England Journal of Medicine in August. EVERYDAY HABIT LINKED TO DRAMATICALLY LOWER RISK OF DYING FROM HEART DISEASE Atherosclerosis occurs when fatty deposits, cholesterol and other substances build up inside arteries, according to experts. The process often develops silently over many years before causing a heart attack or stroke. "For decades, we have estimated cardiovascular risk using factors such as age, blood pressure and cholesterol," Dr. Borja Ibáñez, a cardiologist and scientific director of Spain's National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC), said in a statement. "This study shows that we can now go one step further and detect the disease directly before it causes a heart attack or stroke." COMMON CHOLESTEROL DRUG LINKED TO LOWER DEMENTIA RISK WHEN STARTED EARLY The new findings come from the first phase of the ongoing international REACT study, which is mapping how common silent artery plaque is across adulthood. In the next phase, researchers will test whether earlier detection can improve heart disease prevention. "Until now, preventive decisions have been based on an estimate of risk, but we did not know whether the disease was already present," Professor Henning Bundgaard, professor of cardiology at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen, said. "REACT shows that atherosclerosis can be detected decades before clinical manifestations appear and provides the most comprehensive atlas of the evolution of the disease across adult life." MAN GOES TO DOCTOR TO PROVE HE’S 'IN PERFECT SHAPE,' TEST REVEALS SHOCKING DIAGNOSIS The study also revealed that men tended to develop plaque five to 10 years earlier than women, while women experienced their steepest increase between ages 40 and 60. Researchers also found that commonly used cardiovascular risk scores only identified a small proportion of people who already had silent atherosclerosis, suggesting some cases may go undetected using traditional risk assessments alone. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS While the researchers believe portable ultrasound could eventually help identify hidden plaque earlier, they said further clinical trials are needed. The findings should encourage people to take heart health seriously, but not to panic, experts note. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "Finding plaque doesn't mean someone is about to have a heart attack, but finding it gives us an opportunity to address a patient's risk factors," Dr. Sirisha Vadali, a cardiologist at HonorHealth Women’s Heart Health in Arizona, told Fox News Digital. "We shouldn't wait for symptoms to start paying attention to heart health." "Feeling healthy doesn't necessarily mean your arteries are free of plaque," Vadali, who was not involved in the research, added. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ She cautioned that the study alone does not establish that screening everyone will directly prevent heart attacks or strokes. Vadali stressed that the findings do not mean everyone under 30 should undergo artery screening, saying decisions about additional testing should be based on a person's individual risk factors. She recommended avoiding tobacco, staying physically active and eating a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains, nuts and fish while limiting saturated fat and excess sodium to help protect heart health. Fox News Digital has reached out to the researchers for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac12fe275342cf4db8b888b OpenAI safety employee resigns, claiming the company’s ‘culture is broken’ te 2026-10-03T16:40:02.778Z OpenAI safety employee resigns, claiming the company’s ‘culture is broken’ By his own admission, David Robinson is “something of a cliché”: an employee at a leading AI company who issues a dire warning while resigning from their job. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac12b3a75342cf4db8b880e Florida high school football game erupts into violent brawl involving players, coaches after final whistle te 2026-10-03T16:20:10.310Z Florida high school football game erupts into violent brawl involving players, coaches after final whistle Another fantastic week of high school football in the books! Hard to believe, but we're already halfway through the regular season. Stunning, right? Feels like we just fired up the stadium lights for the preseason classics in August, and here we are, already in the first weekend of October. Final month of the season is here. Time to lock in, fellas. I've taken it upon myself here at OutKick to highlight at least one high school football play/ player/ story each and every Saturday during the season. These guys are all about to be millionaires with the silly NIL rules, so we might as well get ahead of the curve and start identifying them early. BEHEMOTH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STAR SLAMS DEFENDER TO THE GROUND LIKE A RAGDOLL AFTER INTERCEPTION So far this season, we've seen (arguably) the country's top running back do incredible things in Tennessee on multiple different occasions, a wild Hail Mary in Florida, an entire California team get suspended because the mascot shot the bird to some fans, and, last week, a giant running back in Kentucky. What a run we've been on, and I can assure you, it won't end today. Nope. Today, we're gonna stay in my own backyard and check in on this week's Deltona-Matanzas game in Central Florida. Things got a little ... out of hand ... after the final buzzer went off. Take a look: Whoaaaaaaaaa Nellie! Look at that brawl. What a scrum. Those are my old stomping grounds, by the way. I spent seven years covering high school football in Volusia County. I miss one thing about my former job, and this is it. High school football Friday nights. They're undefeated. You never know what you're gonna get. According to Zach Allen of the Daytona Beach News-Journal, these guys were going back and forth all night. Sometimes, you can just feel when a fight's gonna break out in these games. Your spidey-senses start tingling as the game winds down, and something just tells you to start rolling the camera. Right on cue ... chaos. I count at least five different fights at once, spanning the entire width of the field. Little scrums. Big ones. One-on-ones. Just pure anarchy. No clue who was blowing the whistle the whole time, but, clearly, nobody got the message. I see multiple helmets being tossed. I see cops getting involved. I see coaches trying to yank players from different scums all over the place. Headsets are on the ground. Players are on the ground. One coach appears to take a pretty serious tumble. At the very end, it appears one player is helping another injured teammate off the field. Not great. None of it is a great look. Feel like that goes without saying. I would imagine multiple players from both teams will be suspended after this. Perhaps the respective coaching staffs, too. Don't forget, we had an entire team out in California suspended two weeks ago, including the coaches. We'll see if Volusia County drops the hammer in similar fashion after this. What a brawl. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac12b3975342cf4db8b8805 Zach Bryan sparks debate after wearing 'Free Palestine' shirt at venue that barred Macklemore te 2026-10-03T16:20:09.623Z Zach Bryan sparks debate after wearing 'Free Palestine' shirt at venue that barred Macklemore Zach Bryan made his position known without saying a word. The country music superstar walked onto the stage at Gillette Stadium Friday night wearing a shirt that read "Free Palestine."  His shirt appeared to some to be a pointed message at the venue owned by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who recently barred Macklemore from performing at the stadium over what Kraft described as the rapper's "broader history of antisemitic rhetoric and imagery." ED SHEERAN CONCERTGOERS WARN ARTISTS ABOUT SHARING POLITICAL VIEWS: 'YOU'RE GOING TO ALIENATE' FANS Members of Bryan's band also appeared to wear clothing supporting the Palestinian cause. Bryan is scheduled to return to Gillette Stadium Saturday night for the second show of his two-night run. Bryan's shirt immediately ignited a debate online, with social media users split over whether the singer was making a courageous political statement or bringing politics into a concert where fans simply came to hear music. ED SHEERAN SAYS HE TRIED TO ‘BUILD A BRIDGE’ OVER MACKLEMORE TOUR SPOT BEFORE VENUES SAID NO One supporter celebrated the move, writing, "A great decision by Zach Bryan and his crew. I’m sure they will have to pay a price, but a courageous statement to help the conservative crowds see the light." ED SHEERAN APOLOGIZES FOR MACKLEMORE BACKLASH, ENCOURAGES UNITY AT FIRST CONCERT SINCE FALLOUT Another commenter, while making clear they disagreed with Bryan's position, defended the singer's right to make the statement. "Listen I don’t agree with his political view on this but he has the right to wear the shirt. He didn’t stand there & preach his politics. It’s a shirt. He sang songs what he’s suppose to do" Others disagreed with Bryan’s performance. "People don't buy concert tickets to get political opinions," one person argued. Another comment read, "Zach Bryan played Gillette Stadium Friday night in a ‘Free Palestine’ shirt. That’s Robert Kraft’s stadium. Last month Kraft barred Macklemore there over his ‘free Palestine’ remarks, citing antisemitic rhetoric. Kraft should cancel tonight’s show. Same standard he held Macklemore to." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The controversy comes amid the fallout surrounding Macklemore, who was dropped from the remaining U.S. dates of Ed Sheeran's tour after his politically charged performance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Sheeran later said removing Macklemore was not his decision and that he had spent the week trying to resolve the dispute, including speaking with Kraft. On Sept. 4, Macklemore performed his song "Hind's Hall" while repeatedly chanting "Free Palestine" as images from the war in Gaza played behind him. His performance garnered backlash, and the rapper later defended the performance on social media, writing, "Wanting all humans to be treated equal should never be controversial." He subsequently announced a new concert run dubbed the "Free Palestine Tour." PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Kraft, whose company owns Gillette Stadium, had previously taken issue with Macklemore's comments, saying in part, "Gillette Stadium has a longstanding commitment to providing a welcoming environment for all guests and ensuring that events held at our venue do not provide a platform for hate speech." He also stated, "Based on Macklemore’s recent actions, material shared from the stage during Ed Sheeran’s shows in New Jersey, and a broader history of antisemitic rhetoric and imagery that we believe has been deeply offensive and hurtful to the Jewish community, we determined that his participation in the September 25th and 26th concerts at Gillette Stadium would cross that line." Fox News Digital has reached out to Kraft and Bryan for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac12b3875342cf4db8b87fc Selma Blair says 'no one returned my calls' after anti-Islam comment led to Hollywood fallout te 2026-10-03T16:20:08.854Z Selma Blair says 'no one returned my calls' after anti-Islam comment led to Hollywood fallout Actress Selma Blair said "no one returned my calls" after an anti-Islam Instagram comment she posted amid the Israel-Hamas war in February 2024 cost her representation, brand deals and friendships. Her remarks come more than two years after Blair attacked then-Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., and current Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., in a now-deleted comment over their votes against legislation that would bar people involved in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel from entering the United States. "Deport all these terrorist supporting goons," Blair’s reply to a post made by immigration reform advocate Abraham Hamra said in-part, according to the Hollywood Reporter. "Islam has destroyed Muslim countries and then they come here and destroyed minds. They know they are liars. Twisted justifications. May they meet their fate."" PEREZ HILTON JOINS 'TOMI LAHREN IS FEARLESS' AND DECLARES CANCEL CULTURE IS NOW A SPORT Although Blair apologized shortly after the comment drew backlash, she said she lost friends, brand deals and payment connected to a Super Bowl advertisement in the fallout. "The brands I worked with were gone within a day," Blair said at the Anti-Defamation League's State of the Arts reception at The Jewish Museum in New York on Thursday. PINK HITS BACK AMID BACKLASH FOR CRITICIZING MACKLEMORE'S PRO-PALESTINIAN CONCERT REMARKS "A few partnerships I’d spent years building were shelved. My agency was gone. My lawyer was gone. My publicist was gone. My book agent was gone. My book publicist was gone. My social media manager was gone," she continued.  Blair added, "No one returned my calls." Blair said she apologized "right away" for a February 2024 online comment and refused to let it define her. She added that she has rebuilt her career since her multiple sclerosis diagnosis and is "not up here for sympathy." LIBERAL LAWMAKERS, ACTIVISTS RALLY BEHIND MACKLEMORE AFTER SHEERAN TOUR REMOVAL OVER 'FREE PALESTINE' STANCE Referring to the apology, Blair added, "I meant it then, and I mean it now, and I’m leaving the comment there, because the comment was not the story." "I have a team now I’d walk through fire with. It’s small, and it is my team. I want you to know that before I tell you the part that isn’t better. It left a mark." The Jewish actress went on to explain the traumatic mark the ordeal left on her and her family, noting that the incident impacted not only her — but also her son. ANTISEMITIC VIOLENCE REACHES DEADLIEST LEVEL SINCE 1994, NEW GLOBAL REPORT FINDS "The fear got into me, and fear is contagious in a house," she said. "The boy in that Christmas photograph watched his mother get scared of the world. A boy who had already watched his mother go through chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, not knowing if she was coming back to him. He's a teenager now. He's supposed to be embarrassed by me, not frightened for me. Careers come back. Years of his childhood do not." Blair then pointed to - but did not directly name - the recent controversy involving rapper Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's U.S. tour after venues objected to Macklemore remaining on the lineup following his anti-Israel remarks. She also referenced actor Javier Bardem’s petition for a petition calling for singer Pink to be removed as a UNICEF ambassador. ED SHEERAN SAYS HE TRIED TO ‘BUILD A BRIDGE’ OVER MACKLEMORE TOUR SPOT BEFORE VENUES SAID NO "A couple of weeks ago, of course, a movie star used his platform to push a petition against an artist who has spent more than a decade raising money for children. Her crime was objecting, out loud, when another performer railed against Israel from a stage. She didn’t ask for anyone to lose anything. Not a job, not a stage, nothing. She said what she thought," Blair said. "And for saying what she thought, a movie star spent his week trying to get her canceled," she continued. "This is what it looks like when we lose our humanity. A woman who raises money for children stops being a person and becomes a target, and the people cheering can’t see her anymore. They only see a side." ED SHEERAN APOLOGIZES FOR MACKLEMORE BACKLASH, ENCOURAGES UNITY AT FIRST CONCERT SINCE FALLOUT Blair has joined the cast of the upcoming film "Schmoolie the Deathwatcher," and on Thursday she announced that she is making a documentary about antisemitism titled "Hineni," which she translated as "Here I am." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "Antisemitism has to stop," Blair told the audience. "Not be managed. Not be explained. Not be weighed against something else. Stop. Two years ago the phone stopped. Tonight I’m the one talking, in a room full of my own people, saying the thing out loud. I’m a Jew. I’m still here. Hineni." Fox News Digital reached out to Blair for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac128e175342cf4db8b87a3 Sharon Stone exclaims if men got pregnant you could get 'an abortion from a vending machine' te 2026-10-03T16:10:09.219Z Sharon Stone exclaims if men got pregnant you could get 'an abortion from a vending machine' Actress Sharon Stone said Wednesday on Michelle Obama's podcast that if men could get pregnant, people could find abortions "from a vending machine." While appearing on the "IMO" podcast, Stone described having an abortion she kept secret when she was 18 and her lack of sexual experience at the time. "He didn't have any knowledge or information that I should have some kind of birth control," the 68-year-old actress said. "And I had no...like when I tell you I could have been the girl who gave birth in the bathroom stall." SALLY FIELD OPENS UP ABOUT 'HORRIFIC' ILLEGAL ABORTION AS TEEN IN ENDORSEMENT FOR HARRIS Stone joked that her parents assumed her weight gain was the "freshman 15" before criticizing people she said want to refuse to "give women care." "And now we don't wanna give women care, OB-GYN care, and we wanna prosecute women for having a miscarriage? What kind of arcane b-----it is this?" "If men got pregnant, you could get an abortion from a vending machine," she added. Obama laughed at the comment and added that there would likely be a "birth Olympics" if men could get pregnant. MICHELLE OBAMA ACCUSES MEDIA OF WEAPONIZING FASHION TO 'DIMINISH' HER AS A CAMPAIGN THREAT "Exactly. If there would be the birth Olympics… men would film themselves going into labor and honoring their pain and, you know it would be…there would be trophies given, you know, 'well done dude,' 'Bob, you did that without an epidural,'" Obama said. Fox News Digital reached out to Stone's representative for comment. SHARON STONE SAYS SHE 'NEARLY DIED' AFTER 'BASIC INSTINCT' OPENED THE DOOR TO HOLLYWOOD'S DARK SIDE In a comment to Fox News Digital, Laura Echevarria, National Right to Life's communications director and press secretary, decried Stone's flippant comments regarding abortion. "Vending machines are about convenience. Abortion is about consequences— it ends the life of an unborn child and can profoundly impact the mother. Reducing abortion to something dispensed on demand doesn’t elevate women; it trivializes both women and their children," Echevarria said. She continued, "We can and should advocate for excellent medical care for women without diminishing the value of their children. Women and their unborn children deserve compassion and support—not rhetoric that reduces abortion to the equivalent of purchasing a snack." Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America’s Communication Director Kelsey Pritchard told Fox News Digital: "The Democrats simply can't defend their no-limits abortion-on-demand agenda, so they resort to cynical man-bashing. Small wonder their party has negative appeal to men. If they really believed their rhetoric, they would never allow dangerous abortion drugs to be sold anonymously online." Stone's podcast appearance came a few days after she called out fellow actress Sydney Sweeney over her provocative ad for a sports prediction platform. "I think that it’s up to her to take responsibility for her actions, not up to me to judge her for her actions. It is up to me to be a cheerleader for the women who have made it through and become champions in women’s sports," Stone told People. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac128dc75342cf4db8b8778 Tennessee Commissioner Resigns After Failed Execution of Christa Pike te 2026-10-03T16:10:04.478Z Tennessee Commissioner Resigns After Failed Execution of Christa Pike Frank Strada, who oversaw the process that left Christa Pike unconscious and hospitalized, quit as an independent review begins. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac121d875342cf4db8b8683 Newsom slaps 25% tax on private detention centers in sweeping pushback against key Trump policy te 2026-10-03T15:40:08.775Z Newsom slaps 25% tax on private detention centers in sweeping pushback against key Trump policy California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill earlier this week that would impose a 25% tax on private detention centers, a policy that would apply to all the facilities that partner with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Golden State. "If we can’t kick out private facilities, we’ll go after their profits," Newsom said in a press release. The move, which Newsom hailed as a way to push back against President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and what he sees as the practice of privatizing federal enforcement, is raising concerns among immigration experts who believe the increased tax could force the government to explore alternative facilities less suited to housing detainees. It also poses questions about what would happen if all eight of ICE's detention facilities chose to suspend their operations in California. CITIZENS BANK CUTS TIES WITH ICE PRISON CONTRACTORS AFTER MONTHS OF ACTIVIST PRESSURE That’s the view of Hans von Spakovsky, senior legal fellow and an immigration expert with Advancing American Freedom, a conservative-leaning think tank. "It's very clear that there's only one purpose to this California gigantic tax increase, and that is to make sure that the federal government cannot find any private property owners, any private contractors in California that are willing to lease space to the federal government," Spakovsky said in an interview with Fox News Digital. "The alternative for the federal government is to look at all the different federal properties that the government actually owns out there, over which neither Newsom or anybody else in California can impose any kind of tax, and see if any of those federal facilities can be converted to being a detention facility." Spakovsky explained that could mean repurposing warehouses or office space. The newly minted law, AB 1633, is among 20 other bills that Newsom signed on Tuesday. In its current form, the 25% tax applies to the gross income of any private detention facility and applies to federal, state and local contract recipients. Revenue from the bill will go to a "Due Process for All Fund," designated for immigration-related services, according to the bill’s language. Now that AB 1633 has been signed into law, it will go into effect on July 1, 2028. Alongside the bill, Newsom signed a handful of other restrictions. ICE EYES $20M PURCHASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK GLOVES AS HOCHUL WARNS OF LEGAL CONSEQUENCES "We’re also banning the Orwellian practice of using shock gloves in enforcement activity as well as further protecting access to our court system," Newsom said. "We may not be able to dictate federal immigration policy, but we can make clear that activities taking place in California will be subject to California law." Despite Newsom’s framing, Spakovsky believes the governor will affect federal immigration law enforcement by limiting the overall space it has to operate. He pointed to reporting from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that details its detention needs. He explained that the government relies on private contractors, at least partially, to avoid the costs of building their own facilities. "If you look at that report, currently ICE has about enough detention space for about sixty-six thousand aliens. Okay, that's the full size of the federal government's detention capacity," Spakovsky said. If an entire state’s private detention contractors decided the tax is too high, ICE’s overall capacity could shrink. California is home to eight ICE detention facilities, according to reporting from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). All of them are privately operated. The GEO Group, a corrections company, owns five facilities. Imperial Valley Gateway Center LLC, a local detention company, owns one more. Two more were purchased by DHS in July but are run by CoreCivic, a prison company, and have contracts through 2027 and 2029. Although the bill won’t go into effect until 2028, in Trump’s last year of his second term, Spakovsky believes that the government might begin evaluating where else it can find partnerships to meet its detention needs sooner rather than later. ICE MAKES NATIONWIDE ARRESTS OF ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS, MURDERERS, PEDOPHILES IN HOLIDAY BLITZ "Look, if I was the federal government and I couldn't find enough federal properties in California to do this, I would then go into neighboring friendlier states that I could quickly transport aliens I've detained and I would lease and rent facilities there." "I'd go to Arizona. I'd potentially go to Nevada. I'd go to other states where they might be eager for federal government money and the increased employment from private contractors hiring people to work on these facilities." The office of Gavin Newsom did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac121d875342cf4db8b867a Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland te 2026-10-03T15:40:08.044Z Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland The Pop Culture Quiz is your weekly test of what’s making headlines and breaking the Internet, from the Heartland to Hollywood. This week's quiz spotlights red carpet moments and Hollywood confessions. Can you get all 5 questions right? For more Entertainment articles, visit www.foxnews.com/entertainment To try your hand at more quizzes from Fox News Digital, click here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac11f8275342cf4db8b85fe Desert proving ground: Arizona Fall League offers baseball’s next generation a path to achieving big league dreams te 2026-10-03T15:30:10.718Z Desert proving ground: Arizona Fall League offers baseball’s next generation a path to achieving big league dreams SCOTTSDALE – Calvin Schapira understands baseball’s unique place in the Valley better than most. Born and raised in Scottsdale, Schapira grew up attending Cactus League and Arizona Fall League games – two leagues that existed before the Arizona Diamondbacks ever arrived on the scene in 1998. “I think baseball flies a little under the radar here sometimes,” he said. “The community and product we have is really special. You’re exposed to it so much. You go to dinner and you see big leaguers during the fall league and spring training. You don’t get that everywhere and I think that made it a pretty special place to grow up and play.” Schapira won’t be a spectator when the 2026 edition of the Arizona Fall League begins play on Saturday. He’ll be pitching for the Peoria Javelinas as a 26-year-old prospect in the Seattle Mariners organization. Like the players around him, he is eager to improve his skills as he chases his dream.  “I’m a little bit on the older end of the spectrum,” he said. “But watching these younger guys and being able to compete with them is a great opportunity. I think just being a sponge to everyone around me is the biggest thing I can do to steward this opportunity.”  Since 1992, the Arizona Fall League has hosted players from all 30 Major League Baseball organizations. Many of the top minor league prospects come to further develop their skills in the hopes of taking another step closer to becoming a big leaguer. Although the players all have the same goal of reaching the majors, they have taken different journeys to the fall league. Some of them were top draft picks who were projected to be the next group of all-stars in the majors. Others came with fewer accolades. Among the players participating in the 2026 fall league season, 12 are ranked in the MLB Pipeline’s top 100, including Eduardo Quintero, an outfielder in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization who will be playing for the Glendale Desert Dogs as the 19th-ranked prospect in all of baseball. Perhaps the most recognizable player in the fall league’s history was never even a top baseball prospect. In 1994, Michael Jordan left the Chicago Bulls as a three-time NBA champion and three-time MVP to pursue a career in baseball. His ill-fated fall league foray included a stint with the Scottsdale Scorpions. During his lone season in the AFL, Jordan batted .252 which was an improvement on his .202 average in Double-A that year.  In addition to Jordan, some of the best players in recent memory have played in the fall league while they were still minor leaguers. Albert Pujols, Derek Jeter, and Mike Trout are just a handful of the names that have graced the fall league before achieving stardom in the majors.  All three were also inducted into the Arizona Fall League Hall of Fame. Established in 2001, the AFL’s hall of fame measures players’ major league accomplishments, rather than their performance in the AFL. To qualify for eligibility, each inductee must have five-plus years of major-league service time and must have won at least two major MLB awards. Of the 45 inductees in the hall of fame, 11 were inducted as coaches and 34 as players. Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Charles Davalon ran down this fly ball in right field at Scottsdale Stadium on Sept. 30, 2026. Davalon will play for the fall league’s Glendale Desert Dogs. (Photo by Cloe Bolen/Cronkite News) Although not all prospects are as highly regarded as stars such as Pujols, Jeter, Trout and Quintero, they still all have the same mindset of coming to the fall league to continue developing into the best player they can be.  Luke Hill, an infielder in the Cleveland Guardians organization, is another player with ties to Arizona. Hill played for Arizona State his freshman year of college. Hill also admires the baseball culture in the state and is excited to return to Arizona to participate in the AFL.  “It’s really unmatched,” he said. “I remember coming here as a freshman and everyone said ASU was one of the epitomes of college baseball. And then coming here in my professional career for spring training is surreal. It feels like a flashback almost. And it’s awesome to be back here for the fall league now.” Hill looks forward to working on his fielding skills with the Surprise Saguaros this fall.   “With the Guardians we always talk about being more consistent on the defensive end,” he said. “I feel confident in myself and know I have the talent. I just want to play smart on that end and be aware of what’s going on and to expect the ball every pitch.” Arizona Fall League teams and home stadiums Glendale Desert Dogs, Camelback Ranch Mesa Solar Sox, Sloan Park Peoria Javelinas, Peoria Sports Complex Salt River Rafters, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Scottsdale Scorpions, Scottsdale Stadium Surprise Saguaros, Surprise Stadium Other players take advantage of the opportunities in the fall league to make up for the reps they missed in the regular season, such as New York Mets pitching prospect Ryan Lambert. “I was hurt for a couple months during the season,” he said. “I’m really excited to be here and try to get back to my full capacity of pitching.”  The fall league features players from all levels of the minor leagues. Lambert reached Triple-A last season, putting him one step away from the majors. Now, he hopes to use the fall league to continue developing with the Saguaros and take another step toward his major league debut.  “I know I still have some stuff to work on,” he said. “I’m looking to throw more strikes and maybe develop a third pitch. So I’m grateful the Mets sent me here to be able to work on that.”   Even after spending nearly the entire year on the field, Hill’s desire to play has not faded. The long season may take a physical toll, but his love for the game keeps him going.  “My body might be barking a little bit,” Hill said, “but I genuinely love playing this sport so I don’t view it as a job or anything.”  For the players arriving in Arizona this fall, the goals may be different. Some are looking to refine their skills, others are trying to recover from an interrupted season and some are simply hoping to take the next step toward the major leagues. But they share the same opportunity: another month to compete, develop and prove themselves against some of the best prospects in a desert proving ground that for some, could lead to the big leagues. Here is the full Arizona Fall League schedule. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac11f7e75342cf4db8b85dd Tennessee Prison Commissioner Resigns Days After Failed Execution te 2026-10-03T15:30:06.346Z Tennessee Prison Commissioner Resigns Days After Failed Execution Frank Strada, who oversaw the process that left Christa Pike unconscious and hospitalized, quit as an independent review begins. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac11d2775342cf4db8b8595 Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Alabama vs Mississippi State te 2026-10-03T15:20:07.598Z Underdog Promo Code FOXNEWS: Play $5, Get $100 on Alabama vs Mississippi State Are you looking to Roll Tide, or are you looking to bark like a Bulldog today? 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Months before, Milania was arrested on an assault charge in New Jersey stemming from an alleged dispute. Her brush with the law is only one of many instances where the children of "Real Housewives" stars made headlines without the help of reality television cameras. REALITY STAR CLAIMS DAUGHTER, 20, HAD 'FENTANYL IN HER SYSTEM' IN AIRPORT BODYCAM Teresa, 54, attempted to explain her daughter's behavior during an encounter with officers at a Florida airport last month, according to bodycam footage obtained by Page Six. Milania fired back in the footage, and said, "Cause I was laced ... I go to college," before her sister Gia told her, "You're reckless." REALITY STAR'S SON, 15, INDICTED ON 7 COUNTS STEMMING FROM ALLEGED ASSAULT It’s unclear when exactly the fentanyl incident occurred and what substance Milania was allegedly given or who she believed was responsible. At the beginning of the bodycam footage obtained by Page Six, Milania could be heard requesting to speak to her mother. One officer asked Milania to sit back down and reminded her that she was "not controlling the situation." The "RHONJ" star shared a lengthy statement on social media Monday after the bodycam footage was released. "As a mother, there is nothing more important to me than the health, safety, and well-being of my children," she wrote. "The past few months have been incredibly difficult for our family, and I feel it is important to say something while also protecting my daughter during an extremely vulnerable time in her life." The "RHONJ" star explained that Milania had "experienced tremendous heartbreak and significant psychological trauma after losing two of her best friends," but was making sure she was "surrounded by love, family, support, and the care she needs." Milania pleaded not guilty in June to a simple assault charge in New Jersey following her arrest the month before. According to Page Six, her next court hearing has been postponed until Dec. 1. 'PIONEER WOMAN' REE DRUMMOND'S SON ARRESTED ON DRUG, ASSAULT CHARGES KJ Biermann, 15, was indicted last month for child molestation and multiple charges of sexual battery against a child under 16, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital. A grand jury in Fulton County, Ga., indicted KJ (whose full name is Kroy Jagger) on a total of seven counts, which also included aggravated sodomy and a false imprisonment charge. REALITY STAR SAYS 'RHOC' COST HER MARRIAGE AS DAUGHTER SHUNS SHOW AFTER MILITARY HUSBAND'S PORTRAYAL The son of "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann was arrested in August and initially charged with two felony counts stemming from an alleged April incident, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital. Zolciak previously denied the allegations levied against her son in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. KJ was granted a $200,000 bond in September.  KJ is the oldest son of Kroy Biermann and Kim Zolciak. The former couple also has Kash, 14, and twins Kaia and Kane, 12. Biermann adopted Zolciak's daughters, Ariana and Brielle, from a previous relationship. The pair each filed for divorce in 2023 after 11 years of marriage. "RHOA" star NeNe Leakes' son, Bryson Bryant, was booked on a contempt of court charge in July, according to TMZ. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Bryant was previously arrested in May for allegedly failing to pay court-ordered child support, violating probation and failing to appear, the outlet reported. His probation violation stemmed from a previous case where authorities claimed Bryant was found with fentanyl. Bryant allegedly provided his younger brother's name during the bust, and was sentenced to 12 months probation for giving a false name, in addition to being ordered to complete 40 hours of community service, undergo a substance abuse evaluation and pay a $500 fine. "Real Housewives of Orange County" star Alexa Curtin received a 68-day jail sentence in 2021 for multiple criminal charges. In addition to her stint behind bars, Curtin, 33, was sentenced to three years of probation and had to pay restitution for damages. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Years before, Curtin was charged with two misdemeanors after allegedly being found with drugs in her vehicle. In 2018, she was charged with driving under the influence where cops allegedly found drug paraphernalia. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE She recently explained that her life in front of the cameras contributed to addiction issues, and that the way her family was portrayed "made [her] turn to the drugs." "It being played out in the public forum like that … was really hard for me, like really difficult because all my friends in school were watching it and they really weren’t too nice to me," Curtin told Daily Mail earlier this year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac11acf75342cf4db8b84d1 Slide Fire gartersnakes navigate serpentine road to release in Oak Creek te 2026-10-03T15:10:07.102Z Slide Fire gartersnakes navigate serpentine road to release in Oak Creek The narrow-headed gartersnake was listed as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in 2014. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac11acc75342cf4db8b84b5 Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat disappears from app stores in India after government order te 2026-10-03T15:10:04.498Z Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat disappears from app stores in India after government order Bitchat has become largely unavailable in India as a result of the restrictions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1187875342cf4db8b8461 Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350 Unlocks Bet $20, Get $350 Promo for Alabama vs Mississippi State te 2026-10-03T15:00:08.576Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350 Unlocks Bet $20, Get $350 Promo for Alabama vs Mississippi State College Football rewards us after a long work week with a full day of games kicking off early at 12:00 ET and running the rest of the day. Fanatics is trying to reward new users with $350 in FanCash on a $20 wager when using promo code FOXNEWS350. The fun starts early this week with Alabama coming into Mississippi State with a 12:00 ET kickoff. The Crimson Tide are 4-0 and have looked better each week. The team started the season with a win over East Carolina, winning 48-10. Then they had to travel to Kentucky and face the Wildcats. It was no contest with a 45-17 win.  The past two weeks have been slightly more difficult to win, but nothing nail-biting. They faced FSU and post a season-high 50 points. They won by two scores, so it still wasn’t a close game. South Carolina visited last week, and Alabama rolled to a 31-point victory.  Mississippi State has been climbing the rankings all season. They have a Hiesman trophy candidate under center, and they are 4-0 to start the year. They’ve even had a few tests this season. In Week 1, they faced University of Louisiana Monroe and crushed them with a 62-13 victory. Week 2 was another win, but a tougher opponent in Minnesota.  Week 3 brought them to South Carolina. The Bulldogs won the game, but it was by just one touchdown and they allowed 34 points to the Gamecocks. You have to assume their defense isn’t quite as good as Alabama’s. Last week, they hosted Missouri, a ranked team, and escaped with a 31-24 victory.  Tonight should be a fun game between the two ranked teams. A win for Alabama could show some further progress in their season. 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"Yes, except for the fan blades," Crooks responded. "Woah that looks cool," the unknown contact replied to Crooks, also asking about the "parts" in response to a Crooks message which the FBI redacted. GOP LAWMAKERS BLINDSIDED BY NEW REVELATIONS ABOUT TRUMP BUTLER SHOOTER: 'AWFULLY STRANGE' ATTEMPTED TRUMP ASSASSIN THOMAS CROOKS’ BEHAVIOR REVEALED ‘RED FLAGS’ BEFORE ATTACK: FORMER FBI AGENT Another series of messages between Crooks and a redacted second party display a series of odd one- or two-word messages Crooks sent the contact between May 21, 2023, and Jan. 3, 2024. "Hello … Hello red …Hello red … Hdudhdbdbbd … 7888ejdj … Yolo … Ddodjjf … 890 … Hdjd … Djdj … red … Yup red … Hello … Jhhhuuh … Hhdj … Jjjjjjjjjjjj … Hello red … Red red," Crooks' messages read. The FBI redacted any potential response from the other party, according to the documents. Other information Judicial Watch received from the FBI documents included a notification from shipping company DHL about a package Crooks received from Hong Kong. ATTEMPTED TRUMP ASSASSIN THOMAS CROOKS USED 'BOB DOLE' ALIAS BEFORE ANONYMOUS DONOR PAID FOR CREMATION: DOCS The document release also included 40 drone photos Crooks took between Feb. 6, 2024, and Feb. 27, 2024, which included photos of PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium, where the MLB's Pittsburgh Pirates and the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers play, respectively. Crooks' affinity for 3D printing had been previously reported by the New York Post, after the outlet reviewed a series of documents obtained by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa. UKRAINIAN NATIONAL WHO COMPLETED AIR FORCE OFFICER TRAINING CONVICTED IN GHOST GUN 3D PRINTING OPERATION Crooks had previously attempted to use his 3D printer to create a Glock 19 handgun, his father, Matthew Crooks, told investigators, according to the documents obtained by Grassley. "Using carbon fiber plastic, a dryer and a toaster oven, Thomas did once create a Glock 19," Matthew Crooks told investigators. BLUE STATE GOVERNORS JOIN GUN-GRABBING EFFORTS BY TARGETING GLOCK PISTOLS But, fearing the gun would explode, Matthew Crooks forbade his son from using it, according to records obtained by the Post. Crooks' assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, while unsuccessful in killing Trump, resulted in the deaths of two civilians. Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old fire chief, died immediately while shielding his family from bullets. TWO YEARS AFTER BUTLER, THREATS AGAINST TRUMP KEEP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT IN SHARP FOCUS James Copenhaver, a 76-year-old veteran, was shot in the triceps and the midsection, receiving injuries to vital organs including his kidneys and colon. Though Copenhaver was released from the hospital a week after the shooting, he dealt with complications from the injuries in the ensuing years. On Sept. 23, 2026, he died due to those complications. "These latest records reveal more pieces of the puzzle surrounding Thomas Crooks," Judicial Watch president Tom Fitton said in a statement. "The FBI should stop the slow drip of heavily redacted records and immediately provide the full investigative record — especially since the death last week of James Copenhaver, who was severely injured from being shot during the assassination attempt on President Trump." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1161a75342cf4db8b83a9 Vessev built an electric ferry that almost flies te 2026-10-03T14:50:02.376Z Vessev built an electric ferry that almost flies Vessev hopes its electric hydrofoil ferry will change the way people and cities think about boats. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac113c975342cf4db8b8395 Browning joins federal sober living summit te 2026-10-03T14:40:09.149Z Browning joins federal sober living summit Damien Browning, CEO of the Cottonwood-based addiction recovery nonprofit Steps to Recovery Homes, was among 40 providers invited to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s “Strengthening Integrity and Accountability in Recovery Housing” workshops held Aug. 27 and 28 in Washi Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac10f1975342cf4db8b82c7 Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Iowa vs Ohio State te 2026-10-03T14:20:09.507Z Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on Iowa vs Ohio State There are only a few games this week between ranked teams, but the ones we get are very good, including the Iowa vs. Ohio State game. 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Jeremiah Smith has hauled in seven touchdown passes for the Buckeyes.  Iowa has had one of the harder schedules of anyone in the Big 10, but so far, they haven’t had any issues. They are 4-0, having beaten Northern Illinois 40-0 to start the year. In Week 2, Iowa State University came to their field, and they won 16-13, a tight battle. It wouldn’t be the last of the season. In Week 3, Northern Iowa was shut out by the Hawkeyes, with Iowa coasting to a 55-0 win. Last week was a tough battle as they played Michigan and beat the Wolverines 20-19. This time, they got the last-second touchdown. 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This year’s schedule hasn’t been a challenge yet, but it is possible they have some tough games ahead, including this one. Their offense has rolled, and their defense has been crisp. The question is whether wins over Wisconsin, Rice, Michigan State and Purdue are good enough to judge just how dominant this Fighting Irish team is. You could make an argument that Wisconsin and Purdue are the better teams they’ve faced, but they had no trouble winning a combined 90-23 over those two teams. North Carolina is 2-1 for the season, and if you want a reason to bet on them, it is because Bill Belichick is the coach, and he has had an extra week to prepare. They still don’t look like a dominant program, and there seems to have been more off-field storylines than on-field production.  However, if you think the Tar Heels can prepare a plan to stop Notre Dame, having an extra week would certainly be helpful. 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DHS has increasingly used so-called "third-country" removals when a removable alien cannot be returned to their home country or that country refuses to take them back — part of what agency General Counsel James Percival describes as a broader Trump strategy of reviving immigration authorities already on the books. "Imagine going to a country and saying, hey, we've got a guy, he's not your guy, and he's a rapist, but can he please live there?" Percival told Fox News Digital. "That's not an easy ask. It requires significant diplomatic energy… Norway is not taking a rapist from Cuba." TRUMP’S SPECIAL STRATEGY TO DEPORT ILLEGALS GIVES HIM ANOTHER TOOL FOR ENFORCEMENT The justices on Tuesday stayed a lower-court judgment restricting DHS’s policy, allowing the administration’s guidance to remain in effect while the Court considers the case on the merits. Arguments are set for December over whether agency procedures comply with federal immigration law, due process and safeguards against torture. The case does not squarely challenge DHS’s underlying authority to conduct third-country removals, but rather the procedures it must follow beforehand. "It’s in the statute expressly that we can do this," he said. "If you go back and read most of the immigration laws, there's a lot of really good tools in there that people just haven't used." The third-country provision was included in a major immigration reform package passed by Congress and signed by President Bill Clinton in 1996: the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA). "A lot of people in government sort of treat their authority like fine china," Percival remarked. "They're afraid if they ever actually use it, someone will take it away. And if you've ever owned fine china, it's like you can find yourself at the end of your life and you were so afraid you would break it you never used it." TRUMP’S FIGHT OVER RARELY USED 18TH-CENTURY DEPORTATION LAW LIVES ON IN LATEST COURT CLASH But Percival’s strategy has not come without blowback from human rights advocates, who pointed most recently to allegations that deportees were beaten by authorities in Equatorial Guinea, a tiny nation on Africa’s Atlantic coast that has been under the control of President Teodoro Obiang since 1979. Obiang's government received $7.5 million from Washington as part of an agreement with Malabo to accept third-country deportations. "I’d rather live in the United States than Equatorial Guinea too, but I’m an American citizen and I haven’t killed anybody," Percival said. The detention issue traces in part to the Supreme Court’s 2001 decision in a case involving a stateless legal resident whom the government ordered deported due to his criminal record. Kestutis Zadvydas was born to Lithuanian parents in a German displaced- persons camp, but neither Lithuania nor Germany would accept him. The court held that six months of post-removal detention is presumptively reasonable, after which continued detention can be challenged if removal is not reasonably foreseeable. Percival is making that case publicly through his "Daily Deportee" series on X, highlighting criminal deportees whose home countries will not accept them. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "If the person is a child rapist and serves 20 years, we have two choices: Find a third country — or let the child rapist go live in an American community," he said, adding that the effort is intended to shape public understanding of the issue and highlight its stakes. Percival cited Burmese national Kyaw Mya, whose home country won’t take him back. Percival said another case he plans to feature involves a migrant who committed a violent crime, was not removed by the Bush administration after serving time and then allegedly reoffended after his release: "[He] tried to kill somebody, the gun misfired, so he pistol-whipped them instead. He served time for that. He got out," Percival explained. As DHS continues seeking to use underutilized tools in the IIRIRA and other laws, Percival pointed illegal immigrants and criminal resident aliens to another oft-repeated option that Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin continues to keep on the table: "It’s not too late to get $3,000 and a flight home." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac10cc875342cf4db8b8242 Police officers spot strange objects underwater, then make remarkable ancient discovery te 2026-10-03T14:10:16.285Z Police officers spot strange objects underwater, then make remarkable ancient discovery Police officers on a routine dive in Italy recently made an unusual discovery recently: ancient Roman artifacts resting on the seabed, 2,000 years later. The artifacts were uncovered off the coast of Porto Rotondo in Sardinia, an Italian island in the Mediterranean Sea, news agency Cover Images reported. The discovery was announced by the Sassari Police Headquarters in late August. DIVERS UNCOVER HUNDREDS OF ANCIENT RELICS NEAR SHIPWRECK UNTOUCHED FOR 2,100 YEARS The officers were based in Olbia, Sardinia. They spotted the ancient objects while conducting an underwater safety operation. They first noticed a piece of broken terracotta — prompting them to return for a second dive, when they discovered the largely intact vessels. The find led divers to conduct a more detailed search of the area for other archaeological objects. "Careful dredging action allowed the identification and subsequent recovery of three intact terracotta artifacts, specifically a transport basin, along with other minor items," officials said, as Cover Images noted. POLICE OPERATION TAKES UNEXPECTED TURN WHEN OFFICERS STUMBLE UPON ANCIENT BURIAL CAVE "The artifacts were recorded and made available to the competent Archaeological Superintendent." Pictures show police divers examining the seabed and ancient pottery submerged in the waters off Sardinia. One image shows an intact amphora nestled among thick seagrass on the seafloor — while another shows a police diver examining a large, heavily encrusted vessel. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER In the ancient world, amphorae were used to transport a variety of materials, including wine, olive oil and grain. Police said the artifacts appear to date to the period spanning the fall of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Empire. "From a preliminary analysis, it is hypothesized that the items may date back to a time frame between the second half of the 1st century B.C. and the 1st century A.D., with a potential origin area that can be linked to Lazio, Campania or the Iberian Peninsula," officials said, according to Cover Images. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Looking ahead, specialists will examine the vessels to glean more information about them, including their precise age and origin. Researchers will also determine whether the vessels came from a larger archaeological site — and if more artifacts await discovery. 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They held his remains in Gaza for 760 days — deliberate, unimaginable psychological warfare against my family — before he was finally returned home in November 2025, the last American hostage. He was my son. He was an American. Most of his own country never learned his name, or the names of Judy Weinstein, Danielle Waldman or Carol Siman Tov. That is why it was so meaningful that the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution, led by Senators Rick Scott and Jacky Rosen, honoring the 46 Americans murdered by Hamas during the October 7 war. For the first time, their names are written into the official record of the United States Senate. The resolution reaffirms America’s commitment to seek legal justice on behalf of our families, and it will be delivered to each of us by the Secretary of State. Washington is finally stopping to remember. Families of the fallen will soon gather in the nation’s capital for "Honoring American Victims of Hamas Since October 7," the first time the U.S. government will formally recognize, in one room, its own citizens killed in the October 7 war. I have advocated for this day because most Americans have no idea their country endured one of the deadliest days of terrorism against its own citizens since September 11. MY SON WAS ONE OF 46 AMERICANS MURDERED BY HAMAS. WE NEED A US INVESTIGATION I am deeply grateful to Secretary of State Marco Rubio for stepping forward to host this memorial, and to the Howard and Allison Lutnick Foundation for their support. Together with the Senate’s vote, it tells grieving families something we have waited three years to hear: Washington sees us. These were not foreign casualties in someone else’s war. They were American sons, daughters and grandparents, murdered by extremists. But what worries me most is this: a resolution and a ceremony must not become a "check the box" moment, after which Washington moves on. Acknowledgment is not healing. Recognition is not recovery. Our families need their country to act long after the cameras leave the room. So I am asking Washington for three things. First, pass the October 7th American Victims Family Support and Remembrance Act. It would give our families — most of whom live outside the United States — the same mental health support and medical rehabilitation Congress built for 9/11 families through the Zadroga Act, and authorize a permanent memorial to the fallen here in Washington. Grief without support is grief carried alone. Second, Congress must establish a formal committee to investigate how nearly 50 of its own citizens came to be killed on October 7. This is not only about accountability — it is part of our families’ recovery. You cannot fully rehabilitate what you cannot explain, and three years later, our families still do not know how their loved ones were killed. Four Americans died in Benghazi and Congress ran eight investigations; nineteen died at Khobar Towers and the House investigated. Congress cannot defer to the Israeli government on understanding how its own citizens were killed. It should give the American people a clear accounting of how this happened, so that we can begin to heal. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Third, turn the Senate’s words into justice. As Senator Scott said this week, America "has a duty to secure justice" for its murdered citizens. The Department of Justice must keep pursuing everyone responsible for October 7 — the killers, and those who financed, armed and enabled them — until each one faces justice. Every terrorist should know that killing an American carries severe and lasting consequences. That is not vengeance. 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"Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew," written and directed by Gerwig ("Barbie"), is based on the 1955 novel, the sixth published and first chronologically in the children’s book series "The Chronicles of Narnia" by British author, literary scholar and Christian thinker C.S. Lewis. FANTASY DOESN’T NEED ANOTHER 'GAME OF THRONES.' IT NEEDS WHAT TOLKIEN UNDERSTOOD The film is set to hit theaters Feb. 12, 2027, and Netflix on April 2, 2027, but it was the recently announced casting of Streep that brought renewed attention to concerns from some Christians about altering the voice of Aslan, a character Lewis presented as a Christ figure in Narnia. Movieguide founder Dr. Ted Baehr, who served as president of the Episcopal Radio-TV Foundation after it helped produce CBS’s classic 1979 animated adaptation of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," said he was confused by the choice. DIRECTOR OF NEW ‘LORD OF THE RINGS’ REJECTS ‘POLITICALLY CORRECT’ CASTING AFTER SUGGESTIONS FILM IS TOO WHITE "When I did it, they had a hundred million or more people who had read ‘Chronicles of Narnia.’ Now I'm sure it's double or triple. And most of them know that Aslan is a Christ figure, and we understand that Christ in the Revelation gets married to the church, that he's a guy, but he's fully God and Holy man. We understand all that, so with the change that they're doing, it's going to alienate a lot of Christians," Baehr told Fox News Digital. Baehr, who noted that he spoke briefly with Gerwig about the film and that the 43-year-old filmmaker told him that, as a young woman, his version was her favorite, said she "comes at it from a different point of view." COMEDIAN LEANNE MORGAN CALLS OUT HOLLYWOOD FOR LIVING IN A 'BUBBLE' AND MISJUDGING WHAT AUDIENCES WANT TO SEE "That doesn't mean that it won't do well at the box office, it just means that there will be an extra audience, maybe 110 to 140 million Christians that may not show up because they don't like that," Baehr said. "But you know, you can build a movie with a lot of one group or another, so it doesn't mean the movie won't succeed, it just means it'll lose an audience." In his case, Baehr said he fought to ensure Aslan remained an uncompromised allegory for Jesus Christ in the 1979 adaptation. KELSEY GRAMMER ADMITS IT'S 'EXHAUSTING' WHEN MOVIES TRY TO ALTER HISTORY TO FIT MODERN TASTES For her part, Gerwig, who has described herself as a Unitarian Universalist and churchgoer, has said she envisions her version as a "rock opera" and explained to entertainment site Empire that she wanted someone who was "profound but not pretentious, who had gravitas but not morose self-seriousness" to play the part of Aslan — someone, she said, "who could communicate depth and pathos as well as joy and delight." She added, "I wanted someone who was older than 70, so there was a wisdom of experience, but who also had the capacity of fresh wonder, like a child. And also to be one of the greatest actors to ever do it. That list is not a long one." CHRISTOPHER NOLAN CALLS CRITICISM OF 'THE ODYSSEY' CASTING DECISIONS 'IRRELEVANT' Fox News Digital reached out to Gerwig’s agent, Creative Artists Agency CEO and co-chairman Bryan Lourd, for further comment. Fox News Digital also reached out to Netflix for comment.  Ned Lott, a casting and voice director and producer who has worked in the animation industry since 2000 with companies ranging from Disney to Warner Bros. and Nickelodeon on projects including 2025’s animated "David" and 2005’s "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," recalled his experience casting Aslan for the 2005 film. EVERY CONTROVERSY SURROUNDING CHRISTOPHER NOLAN'S 'THE ODYSSEY' FROM CASTING TO COSTUMES "It’s like casting for the voice of Jesus, or the voice of God. Like, in my mind, it was very important that the character of the books, and the integrity of the books, matched the voice, and even the actor," he told Fox News Digital. Lott said that when it came to casting Aslan for the 2005 film, he and his team auditioned dozens of British actors. But with just 24 hours left to make a decision, no one was completely satisfied. CHRISTOPHER NOLAN FACES GROWING BACKLASH OVER 'ODYSSEY' CASTING, HISTORICAL ACCURACY AS SCREENINGS CANCELED "It still wasn't like a slam dunk, you know. And so, it was just this kind of moment where I was leaving work and I was like, I literally talked to God. I said, ‘Okay, we have to find your voice, and I have one more day. So I need some help, you know.’ And I got in my car, I turned on the radio and all of a sudden there was the voice," Lott recalled. "Like, literally, there was the voice of Aslan, and I didn't know who it was." He did know it was a movie trailer for the 2005 film "Kingdom of Heaven," and so, after arriving home, he looked up the film on IMDb and saw that it was Liam Neeson, an Irish actor who had never appeared on their list of British celebrity thespians. The rest is history, with Neeson famously voicing Aslan in three "Chronicles of Narnia" films. Lott explained that casting is about the character rather than the performer and that there are instances in which a man has successfully voiced a female character. He cited director Brad Bird’s portrayal of Edna Mode in "The Incredibles" as one example. Lott said such casting is typically done for comedic effect. Additionally, Lott cited tricks that can be done with pitch shifting and EQ settings, as well as a voice actor’s performance, that can leave audiences unaware that the voice actor is a different gender from the character. Still, he said, this casting of Streep as Aslan leaves him puzzled. "We took so much care with Aslan and really understood him. It just seemed like a choice that we would have not made back in 2005 because we understood the integrity of the books and tried to do as much as we could with the integrity of what the author had in mind," Lott said. "So, it’s just like a different philosophy. It’s not something I’m used to. Clearly, there’s an artistic reason." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac10a6b75342cf4db8b819b The ladies of Oktoberfest crush draft beers as fall heats up, Ryan Day's message to sick kids & a Strip fight te 2026-10-03T14:00:11.475Z The ladies of Oktoberfest crush draft beers as fall heats up, Ryan Day's message to sick kids & a Strip fight 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. Let's get started this morning with news that I just completed my very first back-to-back country club experiences of my life. I'd never played private club golf – ever. As many of you know, I grew up in a farm town outside Dayton, Ohio. The closest I ever got to a private club was the front gate at Miami Valley Country Club along Salem Ave. as we were typically driving to downtown Dayton or to Good Sam Hospital. Quick observations of the country club life: CHARLES BARKLEY ACTUALLY BEATS SOMEONE AT GOLF & IT'S THE WNBA COMMISSIONER, UFC SOPHIE & USA AS STEAKS GOLFER PAIGE SPIRANAC LEAVES PLAYING PARTNER SPEECHLESS WITH AWKWARD QUESTION, LLWS MUD & WNBA WIKI PAGES Now let's pivot into the country club of college football experiences and what happened at Northwestern last night at the opener for Ryan Field, the new $900 million field that is a mini-modern NFL stadium with all the luxuries that NFL fans expect. If Northwestern combines easier academic standards for its football players with this new stadium, this could be a college football franchise that makes some noise. This place is going to recruit itself. If boosters can improve NIL salaries – Northwestern is said to have half of Ohio State's $50-$55M NIL budget – watch out. 📩 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 CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE 📬 Mail (Thursday Night Mowing League): 27072 Carronade Dr, Unit A 155 Perrysburg, OH 43551 This is a big one. Jr.'s team hasn't lost an invitational during his middle school career. The only race they've lost in two years was last year's state championship. Today, the boys will be running on the shores of Lake Erie at a race they dominated last year. The weather should be perfect — 60 and sunny. No wind. I'm definitely no cross-country expert, but this seems like about as great as it's going to get. Mike T. and Cindy T. are out and about soaking up some fresh air before winter kicks in. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! ##################### And that is a wrap for this Saturday. If you get a chance, watch the Ken Anderson video I recorded this week on heart health. #NotSponsored. Ken was incredible. Great guy. He got my jokes. He even laughed HARD at a joke where I asked a doctor on the call if AI could detect if QBs like Ken have ice in their veins. This week was a reminder of why this job is just the best. I get to interview interesting people. I then get to play golf at interesting places with friends I've met through this job and live a pretty incredible life via what this column has evolved into. None of it is lost on me. I owe it all to those of you who have read all these years and get what I'm trying to accomplish on a daily basis. With that said, let's go have a great weekend. Don't forget to stop and smell the pumpkin spice candles and tell your wife how much you enjoy fall. She'll smile. Try it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac10a6a75342cf4db8b8192 Michael Douglas confirms secret affair with Kathleen Turner on 'Romancing the Stone' set te 2026-10-03T14:00:10.659Z Michael Douglas confirms secret affair with Kathleen Turner on 'Romancing the Stone' set Michael Douglas is confirming a rumor that has followed him around for decades. In an excerpt from his upcoming memoir, "One Helluva Ride," the 82-year-old actor revealed that he and Kathleen Turner had an affair while filming "Romancing the Stone," a rumor they denied for over 40 years. "Kathleen was smart, funny, and sexy with a deep, sultry voice that became her signature," he wrote in an excerpt obtained by People. "I instantly liked her, and we were immediately attracted to each other." He went on to say that although he was married to Diandra Luker at the time, "things at home were in a bad place" and both he and Luker "were both having extramarital affairs." MICHAEL DOUGLAS' ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING ROLE IN ‘WALL STREET’ WAS FIRST OFFERED TO THESE TWO A-LIST ACTORS Douglas wrote that he left home to film the 1984 movie "still technically married, but separated," and that while audiences were "certain for years that we were in a relationship together" while making the movie, they denied it, even through the making of the sequel and years later when they reunited on "The Kominsky Method." The two would tell the public that while they "had amazing chemistry" and were "both tempted," they never acted on their feelings. "The truth is that during the production of Romancing the Stone, Kathleen and I fell hard for each other and began a relationship," he wrote. "It wasn’t a fly-by night affair; it grew naturally from how closely we were working together, how much pressure we were under, how much we respected and cared for one another, and how attracted we were to each other. Like every other guy in the world at the time, I was knocked sideways by Kathleen." He noted that the two of them kept their affair a secret for 40 years in order to protect Luker and their son, Cameron. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE The affair was kept a secret from everyone, including the film's director, Bob Zemeckis, and their co-star, Danny DeVito, with Douglas adding the two would go to dinner together after filming or that he "would sneak into her hotel room after everybody was asleep." "There were no cameras in elevators, no assistants using cell phones to take pictures," he said. "As Jack and Joan were falling in love, Kathleen and I were keeping the chemistry alive." Turner and Douglas decided to end things after Luker visited them on set with Cameron, "and made it clear to her [Turner] that we were still married." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS After stories began circulating of Douglas' new admission, Turner said in a statement to People, "Good heavens what a fuss about something 40 years ago! I love Michael and I look forward to enjoying the book." "Romancing the Stone" follows Turner as Joan, a romance novelist who travels to Columbia to rescue her sister from smugglers and meets bird hunter Jack Colton, played by Douglas, who agrees to help her. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Lurker eventually filed for divorce in 1995, and after 23 years of marriage, their divorce was finalized in 2000, with the actor writing, "After that first split it was never the same between us ever again." He went on to marry actress Catherine Zeta-Jones in November 2000. He has since welcomed two children with the "Wednesday" actress: son Dylan, 26, and daughter Carys, 23. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac1080b75342cf4db8b7f91 Medical Plane Goes Missing on Flight From Bermuda to Boston te 2026-10-03T13:50:03.799Z Medical Plane Goes Missing on Flight From Bermuda to Boston The plane, a Gulfstream G100 with 6 people aboard, lost contact at around 2 a.m. A search was underway Saturday off the coast of Nantucket. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac105b475342cf4db8b7f35 Medical Plane Goes Missing on Flight From Bermuda to Boston te 2026-10-03T13:40:04.684Z Medical Plane Goes Missing on Flight From Bermuda to Boston The plane, a Gulfstream G100 with 6 people aboard, lost contact at around 2 a.m. A search was underway Saturday off the coast of Nantucket. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0feb275342cf4db8b7e1d 'Digger' Review: Tom Cruise destroys the planet in Alejandro Iñárritu's grandiose, messy political satire te 2026-10-03T13:10:10.429Z 'Digger' Review: Tom Cruise destroys the planet in Alejandro Iñárritu's grandiose, messy political satire A great satire must be two things: innovative and funny. Unfortunately for Tom Cruise and Oscar-winning director Alejandro G. Iñárritu, "Digger" is neither of those things. Cruise is nearly unrecognizable, buried under layers upon layers of prosthetics transforming himself into Digger Rockwell, an eccentric oil tycoon who has affection for his wealth and his chronically ill robotic-like cat Maggie.  Digger doesn't like to take no for an answer, even as he's repeatedly warned that a crack at his oil drilling site in Greenland could lead to catastrophe.  ‘PRIMETIME’ REVIEW: ROBERT PATTINSON CHANNELS CHRIS HANSEN IN RIVETING DRAMATIZATION OF ‘TO CATCH A PREDATOR’ Well, catastrophe quickly takes shape — what started as a small crack turned into an explosion seemingly in the blink of an eye, causing a massive ice shelf to break off and head straight to Europe. The worst fears of a tsunami and mass flooding impacting tens of millions of Europeans may become a reality.  The international dilemma puts Digger in the crosshairs — with President Compson (John Goodman) and his evangelical cabinet rushing to his remote taxidermy-filled estate to do damage control.  ‘RESIDENT EVIL’ REVIEW: DIRECTOR ZACH CREGGER DELIVERS INFECTIOUS REBOOT TO GORY VIDEO GAME FRANCHISE What's frustrating about "Digger" is that it has all the pieces of a great film. As much as there is to admire Cruise as an actor, his performance here feels like a mishmash of his past performances (see Les Grossman in "Tropic Thunder," or Frank T.J. Mackey in "Magnolia"). This has been positioned as the role that could finally earn him a competitive Oscar, but he and the rest of the top-tier cast give one-note performances, most of which involve yelling hysterically. 'THE DOG STARS' REVIEW: JACOB ELORDI FIGHTS FOR SURVIVAL IN RIDLEY SCOTT'S DULL POST-APOCALYPTIC WESTERN Goodman's Compson clearly borrows elements from Donald Trump, but love or hate Trump, at least he's a nuanced man. Oscar-nominated German actress Sandra Hüller ("Anatomy of a Fall," "Project Hail Mary") is utterly wasted playing Digger's half sister Emma, spending all her screen time complaining how Digger's global disaster will negatively impact her environmental non-profit (which he funds anyway). The only cast member who remotely gives a compelling performance is Riz Ahmed, who plays the soft-spoken scientist who has been sounding the alarm about the consequences of Rockwell Corp's costly drilling. Iñárritu, who directed and co-wrote 2014's Best Picture winner "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)" — an actual great satire about showbiz — attempts to swing big here but ultimately strikes out. Unlike "Birdman," the laughs here are few and far between. Iñárritu takes bold narrative risks with plot twists that are commendable, yet there isn't enough for an audience to engage with. "Digger" clearly tries to emulate Stanley Kubrick's 1964 Oscar-nominated classic "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb," which is regarded as one of the greatest movie satires of all time. Instead, it's more like 2021's "Don't Look Up," the insufferable satire from Adam McKay that's a giant metaphor for climate change (of course, the Academy gave it a Best Picture nod). Both sacrifice humor for over-the-top preachiness.  The most redeeming aspect of "Digger" is that it was still incredibly well-crafted between the stunning visuals from Oscar-winning cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki and the whimsical score from Cosmo Sheldrake.  BOX OFFICE COMEBACK: HOW SUMMER 2026 OFFERS A GLIMMER OF HOPE FOR HOLLYWOOD IN THE POST-COVID ERA CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST MEDIA AND CULTURE NEWS Despite Cruise and Iñárritu's best efforts, "Digger" is truly a mess of a film that's unworthy of the work we're used to seeing from the two of them. You're better off revisiting "Dr. Strangelove," "Birdman" or any Cruise classic. It's easily the biggest misfire of awards season.  "Digger" is rated R for pervasive language. Running time: 2 hours, 9 minutes. In theaters now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0feb175342cf4db8b7e14 JACK CARR: The lesson from FlyDubai is simple. Be ready to save yourself te 2026-10-03T13:10:09.755Z JACK CARR: The lesson from FlyDubai is simple. Be ready to save yourself The events on FlyDubai Flight 1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv on 30 September 2026 reads like something out of one of my thrillers. But what occurred in the skies over Saudi Arabia was not fiction, it was real world and highlights an adage I learned long ago and has been repeated in various incarnations across social channels with differing attributions over the years — hope is not a course of action, in most cases, no one is coming to save you, you will need to be your own cavalry. That means be prepared. I am actually surprised that this or something like this has not happened previously — an unhinged pilot or co-pilot killing the other, perhaps suicidal, perhaps in search of martyrdom, as what some terrorist organizations call an istishhadi or "martyrdom seeker." FORMER ISRAELI PM HAILS ‘HEROISM’ AFTER PASSENGERS HELP THWART ALLEGED COCKPIT ATTACK With prior planning it is possible for pilots to work together in a "martyrdom operation" that would be much harder to thwart. Or a single pilot or co-pilot could work with other "muscle" sitting in first class to prevent passengers from doing what they did on September 30, giving the terrorist in the cockpit time to kill them all or once again turn an airliner into a weapon focused on a specific target. I think about scenarios like this every time I fly. I look at and evaluate the passengers, the flight attendants, and I always look in on the pilots as I enter the aircraft, searching for anything that does not look or feel right, remembering something a Vietnam-era Project Delta Army Special Forces soldier told me decades ago: "if it doesn’t look right, it’s probably not." Trust your instincts — you have them for a reason. I am also identifying assets and liabilities among those groups. Who is a potential asset if things go south? I’m noting shoes, belts, shirts, watches, hats, bags, sunglasses, tattoos, cauliflower ear, and filing away what that tells me about each person. Which of them are likely to help — and which of them may hinder in the event of an incident. On September 30, the skies over Saudi Arabia were full of miracles. The pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, was not immediately incapacitated in the initial knife attack and managed to open the cockpit door before collapsing. Passengers with the instinct to act, fight, and prevail were sitting near the front of the plane, one of the passengers had the wherewithal to pull back on the controls — something he remembered from watching a television show. HERO FLYDUBAI PILOT SAYS HE WAS 'FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE' AS PLANE PLUNGED AFTER COPILOT ATTACK And there happened to be a pilot or pilots onboard who were able land the plane. Incredible. If any one of those things had not happened, we would be talking about a very different incident, one in which every single person on that flight is dead. I weave a lot of history and the history of terrorism into my thrillers, and I also have a series of non-fiction books on terrorism, the second of which is on Pan Am 103, a plane that exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland, on December 21, 1988, killing 259 passengers and crew and 11 residents on the ground. In that attack, there was no warning — a bomb detonated in the cargo hold at 31,000 feet. The destruction of Pan Am 103 horrified the world — and led to important changes in airline security, thanks in large part to pressure from victims’ families who pushed lawmakers to pass the Aviation Security Improvement Act of 1990. That legislation heightened the focus on domestic and international security, including placing federal security managers at major airports and requiring background checks on all air carrier workers. The law demanded the FAA work in tandem with the FBI, expanded scrutiny of overseas airports, and improved the flow of terrorist threat information. AMERICA BUILT A FORTRESS AFTER 9/11. THEN THE THREAT STARTED HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT The recent FlyDubai event should lead to changes as well, namely enhanced pilot screenings. It is not just about qualifications and your ability to fly a plane — it’s about your background, associations, and your mental stability. If, for example, a background check finds that instead of funding your 401(k) each month, you are diverting funds to Hezbollah or a charity funding terrorist organizations — an obvious red flag — you should not be a pilot and certainly should not be flying a plane full of Israelis into Tel Aviv. This is common sense to most, but common sense seems to be in limited supply these days. The model for hijackings and the use of terror focused on airlines was different before September 11, 2001. Typically, in the 1970s and 1980s, planes were hijacked and the passengers were exchanged for prisoners or ransomed — sometimes a passenger or passengers were killed to make a point. SEN MCCORMICK: THE HEROIC PASSENGERS OF FLIGHT 93 SHOWED AMERICA HOW TO STAND UNITED From a tactical security standpoint that meant that you would want a window seat so you were not in the aisle where you could be struck and injured or grabbed by a terrorist — you wanted to be able to survey the situation, bide your time, and act when appropriate. On September 11, 2001, that paradigm shifted — planes and passengers were not being hijacked to bring about a political end or for a ransom, they were being turned into weapons. That adaptation by terrorists meant protectors needed to act quickly in the event of a hijacking. They moved from window seats to aisle seats to be in an advantageous position to recognize the threat and take immediate decisive action. And by "protectors" I do not mean military or law enforcement, I mean citizens. I am referring to those who have not suppressed the will to fight and have not outsourced their protection to a government or outside entity who is not coming to save them. Protecting those who cannot protect themselves is our responsibility as citizens, as husbands, as fathers. The FlyDubai incident is an example of that duty and of the warrior mindset — from the pilot to the passengers who all acted heroically to save the day. Col. John Boyd developed something called the OODA Loop — Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. In combat, in most cases, whoever does that faster than their opponent — or who can disrupt their enemy in the middle of their loop — will be victorious. That is what the pilot and passengers did on the FlyDubai flight. They stepped up and tapped into that primal urge to live and to protect that is in all of our DNA — and they prevailed. The enemy will learn and adapt to September 30, 2026. Next time it might be both pilots or it might be one incapacitating the other, working in conjunction with a passenger or passengers who will block access to the cockpit. We must adapt as well to ensure those with mental disorders or associations with terrorist organizations or those who fund them are kept from the ranks of the aviators we all trust with our lives. As John Steinbeck writes in The Acts of King Arthur and his Noble Knights, "‘Now — I will lay down the law, and you will learn it word by word, and every word must be edged with fire. This is the law. The purpose of fighting is to win. There is no possible victory in defense. The sword is more important than the shield, and skill is more important than either. The final weapon is the brain, all else is supplementary.’" Remember — hope is not a course of action. In most cases, no one is coming to save you. Your mind is the ultimate weapon, and you will need it, coupled with the will to fight, to save yourself and your loved ones, and in this case, an entire plane full of innocent people. Be prepared. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0feb175342cf4db8b7e0b One group of married Americans is having more sex — and happier marriages te 2026-10-03T13:10:09.104Z One group of married Americans is having more sex — and happier marriages Married couples who regularly attend church report having more frequent sex and greater sexual satisfaction than those who attend less often or not at all, according to a new report from the Institute for Family Studies (IFS) in Charlottesville, Virginia. Researchers analyzed findings from multiple datasets, including the 2026 IFS Religion and Family Survey of 3,125 married adults ages 18–54, the long-running nationally representative General Social Survey, and a separate survey of 1,219 alumni of FOCUS, a Catholic campus ministry. Regular churchgoers reported having more frequent sex than less religious or non-religious married adults, with regularly attending Catholics reporting some of the highest levels of sexual frequency. The association remained even after accounting for demographic differences. COMMON MARRIAGE HABIT COULD QUIETLY KILL YOUR SEX LIFE, EXPERT WARNS Among married adults ages 20 to 54, 62% of regular churchgoers reported having sex at least once a week, compared with 48% of nonreligious spouses, according to the report. In addition to frequency, sexual satisfaction was also higher among church attendants. Catholics and Protestants who regularly attended religious services were more likely to rate their sex lives positively than those who attended less often or had no religious affiliation. Daily prayer was linked to greater sexual satisfaction among married Catholics and Protestants, though it was not associated with more frequent sex. Among churchgoers, 55% of Catholics and 45% of Protestants rated their sex lives as "excellent" or "very good," compared with 45% of nominal Catholics, 35% of nominal Protestants and 40% of religiously unaffiliated respondents. ‘QUIET QUITTING’ IN MARRIAGE: THE SUBTLE SIGNS A SPOUSE HAS EMOTIONALLY CHECKED OUT Those who viewed marriage as a permanent commitment were more likely to report both frequent and satisfying sex. That belief, along with shared values, was also strongly associated with overall marital quality. Because the analysis was observational, it cannot determine whether religious practice directly causes better marital or sexual outcomes, the authors acknowledged. Additionally, the marital outcomes were self-reported, and other unmeasured differences between religious and non-religious respondents could have influenced the results. Differences in factors such as age and length of marriage could also make it challenging to strike comparisons with the broader population. The study was funded by FOCUS, the Fellowship of Catholic University Students. Jessica Steinman, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex addiction therapist in Los Angeles, spoke with Fox News Digital about the potential relationship between religious activity and the quality of a couple’s sex life. "When we think of people who are really involved in religion … we might think they're not having a lot of sex or that they're having very constricted views on their sex lives," she said. "And this article and research show that's changing." WHY COUPLES SHOULD FLIRT WITH EACH OTHER EVERY DAY — PLUS THE ‘RED FLAG’ TO AVOID People who actively participate in a shared spiritual or religious life may also feel more connected to one another as partners, according to Steinman, who is also the chief clinical officer for No Matter What Recovery in Los Angeles, Chicago and Austin. "If they're showing up and looking at things outside themselves — things that are spiritual, things that are religious, things are having them look inward, things that are having them look into larger morals and values within their marriages and partnerships — I think they're going to possibly have happier marriages and partnerships," the therapist said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES They may also be more vulnerable and open with one another, which could contribute to a more active sex life, she added. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER The rituals and shared practices associated with religious life likely play a role in strengthening that connection, the expert suggested. "Certain religious settings are really focused on rituals and traditions," Steinman said. "And if you're looking at partnership and marriage … engaging in sexual connection and sexual intimacy can really become a ritual itself." The research highlighted what has been described as an ongoing "sex recession," where people are not engaging in sexual intimacy as much as they once did. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Regardless of religious affiliation, Steinman encourages people to find ways to connect with their partners. "Get off the phones, get off of the internet, turn the TV off and start really connecting with your partner," she advised. Steinman suggested that partners engage with one another and build connections that go deeper than simply asking, "How was your day?" That can include building emotional openness and discussing how partners want to connect sexually, she said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0feb075342cf4db8b7e02 MAGA mom's dire warning over tech guardrails as Trump puts pedal to the metal on race with China te 2026-10-03T13:10:08.434Z MAGA mom's dire warning over tech guardrails as Trump puts pedal to the metal on race with China A conservative political activist who has been deeply entrenched in right-wing politics for decades is calling on the government to implement safety guardrails on artificial intelligence (AI), especially when it comes to protecting children and ensuring that the booming technology doesn't displace American workers en masse. "If something happens with one of these companies, whether it's a child taking their own life due to suicide by manipulation with a chatbot, these companies are not required to report it to the federal government," Amy Kremer told Fox News Digital. Kremer is the chairwoman of Humans First, a gorup that advocates for government safeguards on the technology and says it gives the American people a voice in the AI conversation, rather than leaving all the power in the hands of what it calls "Big AI globalists" who have little concern for ordinary Americans. MIKE JOHNSON REJECTS AI MORATORIUM OVER CHINA THREAT AS CONSERVATIVE ACTIVIST DEMANDS GUARDRAILS "We are a grassroots organization focused on putting guardrails and safety mechanisms in place around AI technology in order to protect the American people, our children, jobs and so forth, and also to put those guardrails in place to to make sure that the people have a seat at the table and a voice in the conversation about what goes into their community," Kremer said. Kremer, who is known by the political right for her time as a Tea Party advocate and ferocious fighter for President Donald Trump's MAGA movement, mentioned the 2025 mass shooting at Florida State University, which claimed the lives of two people and injured six others, as an instance of AI gone wrong. Court documents in that case claim that the alleged shooter, Phoenix Ikner, used ChatGPT to plan aspects of the shooting. The company was sued by the wife of one of the deceased victims, and the state of Florida took the rare step of opening a criminal investigation into the company. "If a chatbot is used in planning a school shooting like what happened at Florida State University in April of 2025, they're not required to report that to the federal government," said Kremer. "The only reason we know about a number of these things that have happened is because of lawsuits that have been filed by the victims and/or their families." She argued that as a former flight attendant, she had to report every issue on an airliner to the government. And just as hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and hordes of other industries are regulated under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Kremer believes that AI companies should face similar scrutiny. FOX NEWS POLL: VOTERS QUESTION WHETHER AI’S PROMISE OUTWEIGHS ITS RISKS AI is a hotly-contested issue ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with some Democrats looking to reign in the technology while the Trump administration hoping to keep competition and innovation flowing in the effort to win the AI race with China. But Kremer is far from a Democrat, and she wants also wants the United States to crush China in the race for technological dominance. "I want America to win this AI race, I absolutely I do. I'm America first, always have been, and we've led the world on innovation and ingenuity," she said. "But again ... I go back to, you don't have to forego safety to have innovation and ingenuity." "I'm not siding with the Democrats," Kremer said. "I am not a tech person. I'm not anti-AI. I'm not anti-technology. I'm not anti-data center." "I am a mom with common sense and I'm a conservative, and it only makes sense that guardrails are put in place," she added. After all, Kremer said, AI companies aren't partisan actors. TRUMP'S AI RACE WITH CHINA COULD BECOME THE BIGGEST MISTAKE OF OUR TIME "They don't care about Republicans, they don't care about Democrats, they don't care about Americans. At the end of the day, I think they care about their own companies and their technology, and that's what, what drives them," she said. "And so, everything with these guys I think is contractual, you know, it's not, 'these are my friends, these are the people, I have the same ideology.' It's contractual, it's what benefits them and I think that's why they've cozied up to President Trump and Republicans in this administration and Congress." In a high-stakes summit in Washington, D.C., last week, AI was a hot topic of discussing between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Trump, though what exactly was discussed remains under wraps. "The Trump administration’s priority is to ensure there is a booming economy so that workers have many opportunities and experience limited volatility from any short-term disruptions," a White House official told Fox News Digital. "The goal is for workers to continue to have access to high paying jobs and that workers can easily adapt to new technologies and processes." OBAMA CRITICIZES TRUMP ON APPROACH TO AI, ESCALATES WARNING FOR STRONGER REGULATION As for children's safety, the official pointed Fox News Digital to its National Policy Framework on Artificial Intelligence. That framework calls on Congress to implement a number of AI child safety measures, including empowering parents with tools to control their children's content exposure, privacy settings, content exposure and account controls. It also asks the lawmaking body to "establish commercially reasonable, privacy protective, age assurance requirements (such as parental attestation) for AI platforms and services likely to be accessed by minors," and ensure that AI platforms implement safeguards against child sexual exploitation and self-harm. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0fc5a75342cf4db8b7da2 Virginia Tech's controversial missed field goal sparks fiery debate as different angles tell a different story te 2026-10-03T13:00:10.627Z Virginia Tech's controversial missed field goal sparks fiery debate as different angles tell a different story The Virginia Tech Hokies dropped their first game of the season Friday night, losing to Pittsburgh, 35-33, in an absolute thriller. The Hokies led early. Pittsburgh stormed back. Both teams traded blows in the second half. Ultimately, the Hokies missed what would've been a game-winning kick wide to the left in the waning seconds. And by "wide to the left," I mean ... well, I'm not sure. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! The ball appeared to slip just inside the left upright by the slimmest of margins. I'm talking razor thin. I'm talking Florida-in-the-2000-election thin. The fans, as you'll see, thought Va. Tech kicker John Love made the kick, thus sending the Hokies to the program's first 5-0 start in years. Love himself thought he made it, too. The refs, though, threw a wet blanket on the whole thing. Take a look: Thoughts? First impressions? Initially, I thought it was good. I was watching this game live, and couldn't figure out why the ESPN announcers weren't saying anything about it. They completely glossed over the entire thing. There was barely even a replay. It was insane. I was screaming at my TV. I was sure it went in. I might still be? MICHIGAN-WESTERN MICHIGAN CLOCK CONTROVERSY LEAVES PLAYERS, FANS AND A RULES ANALYST PUZZLED Obviously, because we live in the social media era, other angles have emerged of the kick. Some help Virginia Tech's case, like this was taken from a fan directly behind the goal posts: To me, that makes it look like a made field goal. The reaction from the students around this guy confirm that line of thinking. It looks good to me. It looked good to them. Not all angles help Va. Tech, though. Others make the refs look like they got it right, which is hard to do given refs are generally terrible. Like this one from behind the kicker, and off to the right: You see? Now THAT one looks like he missed it. No good! Wide left. Game over. The zebras actually got a call right. Shocking! But wait, there's more! Like I said, we live in the social media age. Do you think anyone was watching that final kick without recording it? Of course not. We can't do anything without our phones nowadays. They own us. This angle, from the other end of the field, swings me again: See? Now I think it's good again! What a rush. There's also that pesky NCAA rulebook, which provides even more context to the whole situation. For those of you who wanted the play reviewed ... you can't. On reviewable plays: CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Field goal attempts if and only if the ball is ruled (a) below or above the crossbar or (b) inside or outside the uprights when it is lower than the top of the uprights. If the ball is higher than the top of the uprights as it crosses the end line, the play may not be reviewed. This one was not reviewable, based on that rule. It went above the uprights. It's also important to note that the NFL and NCAA differ just a bit in their language regarding made field attempts. The college rulebook states the ball must cross "over the crossbar between the uprights of the receiving team’s goal." The NFL rulebook specifically mentions what we saw last night: The entire ball must pass through the vertical plane of the goal, which is the area above the crossbar and between the uprights or, if above the uprights, between their outside edges. The NCAA rulebook doesn't say anything about the ball going above the uprights. Just "between" the uprights. Not saying that's the rule, just saying the rulebook leaves it out. Context is important. OK, that's enough yapping out of me. What do you guys think? Let me have it! Zach.Dean@OutKick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0f55275342cf4db8b7c6a Prince William, Kate Middleton’s secret nicknames exposed as former staffer reveals palace WhatsApp habits te 2026-10-03T12:30:10.662Z Prince William, Kate Middleton’s secret nicknames exposed as former staffer reveals palace WhatsApp habits Behind palace doors, it's apparently less "Your Royal Highness" and more "Bobcat." A former royal staffer is pulling back the curtain on Prince William and Kate Middleton's reported WhatsApp nicknames. Jack Stooks, who worked for King Charles for 21 years as a gardener at Highgrove, shared a rare glimpse into how members of the royal family reportedly identified one another on the messaging app. "I remember Princes William and Harry always had the latest phones," Stooks explained to GB News. "They actually gave their numbers out to staff so we could contact them about logistical things. They also had our numbers, and they would just WhatsApp us if they needed anything." PRINCE WILLIAM AND KATE MIDDLETON’S ‘GENUINE LOVE STORY' IS BUILT ON BEING A 'VERY NORMAL FAMILY': AUTHOR "We couldn't have them saved under their real names, so they had nicknames instead," said Stooks. "William was 'Bobcat', Harry was 'Baz', and when Catherine joined the family, she became ‘Mrs. Bobcat.’" Stooks told Fox News Digital on behalf of OLBG that only a limited number of staff were given the royals' phone numbers, which had to be kept a closely guarded secret. "We had the family under different names, so that if anyone's phone was taken, the number could be differentiated," he explained. "That way, no one knew which number was which. They all change their numbers regularly, so I don't have any of their phone numbers now." WATCH: ROYAL FAMILY'S CHEEKY NICKNAMES FOR EACH OTHER REVEALED "The nickname I gave to Harry on my phone was ‘Baz,’" Stooks shared. "He was always called ‘Baz’ by his friends, so I just took that. From memory, William was ‘Wombat,’ again because that is what his friends called him." Fox News Digital reached out to Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace for comment. Stooks told GB News that the royal family "are big WhatsApp users." "He may have a lot of privilege, but William was never one to demand something from staff," Stooks told the outlet. "He was really polite. He would always check how busy I was before asking me to do errands for him. And whenever I said I would do something for William, he would always reply: 'You're a legend.'" "They have groups with their friends, and there is also a family group with the royal cousins, including Prince William, Zara Tindall, Peter Phillips and the York sisters," he continued. "They're very much like any other family when it comes to keeping in touch through their phones." Several royal experts told Fox News Digital that members of the royal family have long used nicknames. Some are terms of affection, while others have reportedly been used as aliases for privacy or security. GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE "When they had a security issue, William and Kate are known as Danny Collins and Daphne Clark, DC," royal broadcaster Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital. "In other words, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge," he said, referring to the Prince and Princess of Wales. "The late queen was always known as Sharon, believe it or not, just for the simple S, which stood for sovereign." "King Charles and Queen Camilla, do they call themselves that? No," said Turner. "They call themselves Fred and Gladys. Why? Because in the 1950s and 1960s, Prince Charles used to listen to a radio show each week called 'The Goon Show,' which was a comedy show where Fred and Gladys were called. When he started a romance with Queen Camilla, the joke started as well. That's where Fred and Gladys first started." "And then you would think, why on earth would the queen, Elizabeth that is, be called any other nickname other than Your Majesty?" he said. "Prince Philip used to call the queen Cabbage." British broadcaster Helena Chard told Fox News Digital that the name derived from the French "mon petit chou," or "my little cabbage." "I believe he also affectionately called her sausage," Chard added. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "When Prince William, as a little boy, fell at Buckingham Palace, he was overheard by a guest crying out, 'Gary! Gary!’" said British royals expert Hilary Fordwich. "The Queen told the surprised guest, 'I'm Gary. He hasn't learned to say "Granny" yet.'" Several royal experts noted that at university, William was known as "Steve" in an attempt to fly under the radar. One of the royal family's best-known nicknames is "Lilibet." Then-Princess Elizabeth struggled to pronounce her own name as a toddler, and her grandfather, King George V, reportedly imitated her pronunciation. Her husband, Prince Philip, also affectionately called her "Lilibet," and the name was later chosen by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for their daughter, Princess Lilibet. But not all royal nicknames were affectionate. "Courtiers have long referred to Prince Harry and the former Prince Andrew, as the 'Dukes of Hazard,' which needs no explanation," said Fordwich. PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE "When Kate is getting a little bit upset with William in any way, she starts using the names of 'Baldy' and ‘Big Willy,'" Turner alleged, a claim previously made by author Tom Quinn. A Kensington Palace spokesperson previously told Fox News Digital that the palace doesn't comment on books. King Charles has reportedly used other terms of affection for Queen Camilla. "Back in 2022, the king was heard at an event referring to Camilla as 'Mehbooba,' the Urdu word for 'my beloved,'" said Fordwich. Charles has publicly used the term for Camilla. While still Prince of Wales, he referred to her as "my mehbooba" during a British Asian Trust speech. "Princess Diana's family always referred to her as 'Dutch,' short for 'Duchess.' She wasn't an actual duchess, but her family gave it to her as she had always behaved that way as a young girl. Her nickname for her brother, Charles Spencer, was 'Carlos,'" Fordwich said. Charles Spencer has also spoken about the siblings' nicknames. In a September interview, he said their stepfather began calling Diana "the Duchess" because she had a "very refined air," which the family shortened to "Dutch." Spencer also said Diana called him "Carlos." Stooks told GB News that these days, it would be difficult to know what name the king uses, if any, on WhatsApp. "The king didn't really use technology at all when I worked there," he said. "He used to have a very old-fashioned, basic mobile phone, but he never used it. I remember William and Harry trying to get him to keep up to date with it. They were always encouraging him to use his phone, but he wasn't interested. He wasn't a fan at all." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0f55175342cf4db8b7c5a Panthers great Jonathan Stewart explains why youth sports matter far beyond the field te 2026-10-03T12:30:09.954Z Panthers great Jonathan Stewart explains why youth sports matter far beyond the field Youth sports are not about watching your kid blossom into the next Patrick Mahomes or Aaron Judge. They’re not even about becoming a collegiate athlete. Youth sports are about something much bigger. Take it from Pro Bowl running back Jonathan Stewart: Youth sports are about giving kids a community to help them become young adults and develop positive habits that will last a lifetime. Stewart, who starred in the NFL for 11 seasons, now coaches a middle school football team alongside two of his former Carolina Panthers teammates, Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen and Hall of Fame linebacker Luke Kuechly. In addition to sharing his infinite football wisdom with his players, Stewart recognizes that football, and youth sports as a whole, gives something something more important than anything on the field: a community. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE "The truth about youth sports, it is not for your kid to become an NFL great. Not to make it to the NFL, not to make the spectacle of being a star player. Youth sports gives your kid a community," Stewart told OutKick in a recent interview. "It gives them a sense of prioritization. You are a kid, you have to make time to play. You have to make time to study, you have to make time to take care of the things at home, make your bed in the morning, wash your own jersey, iron your own clothes, whatever it is that you have to do, you are becoming a man, a young man. And this is the community for it." "This is the middle school age where we're now a community that's giving you the tools to be successful teenagers." While Charlotte Christian School in North Carolina may have one of the most decorated middle school coaching staffs of all time, Stewart emphasized that their credentials aren’t the most important thing. Above all else, the 39-year-old wants to be a good mentor to incredibly impressionable middle schoolers. "The thing that I like most about this age specifically is how impressionable they are. They are sponges. They want to learn. They want to be good and they're OK with being pushed and you can talk to them like adults, right? You know at the high school level, you have to talk to the high schoolers, like high schoolers. It's really interesting, but you know, at this age, you can talk to them like adults, and they'll receive it and they'll believe it and trust it," Stewart said. The former Panthers running back said youth sports give kids a platform to find belonging and purpose among their peers. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! "As people, our personalities, the things that we believe in, this is an opportunity to mentor, right? And get your young men ready to become young men. That's really what I see in middle school football, and it goes throughout, you know, baseball, basketball, whatever those things are. You get a chance to have your kid to be around other kids to become friends and it's an easier way to become friends with teammates and find a belonging and a purpose," Stewart said. "Because it can be lonely being a middle schooler trying to find your way. I see a lot of the kids on our team, I'm like, man, if it wasn't for football, who knows where this kid would be, right? What would he be doing after school? Would he be at home by himself, or is he here amongst guys having fellowship before practice? Laughing and giggling, playing around, whatever it is, and then all of a sudden have to figure out what that on and off switch is for when practice starts, right?" Stewart never thought he would coach football. Olsen and Kuechly had coached Olsen’s sons throughout youth football and would ask Stewart to coach year after year. Stewart has two daughters, so he didn’t think it made sense for him to coach, but when his daughters began attending Charlotte Christian School, the former running back joined the staff. With Stewart on the sidelines, his daughters have gotten more interested in the sport. "My daughters actually enjoy going to the games and they look forward to it. They like seeing me on the field and coaching the kids up and they ask questions about the game and they ask about practice and it's an interesting time of the year because they didn't necessarily get to see me play football," Stewart said. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! "And so, to be able to connect the dots, I think makes them feel pretty good about their dad and just about themselves and our family as a whole, just understanding that football is a part of our family." Stewart sees football as a teacher of many of life’s important lessons. "Football is family and you show up no matter what. It teaches you the selflessness of our lives. It teaches you responsibility; it teaches you prioritization. But most importantly, it teaches you more about yourself and what you can get out of yourself," Stewart said. Watching kids grow and develop, both as players and as people, is incredibly rewarding for Stewart. "Me and Luke have a favorite player, his name is Jack... and Jack is probably as big as this pencil or this pen. Not really, but like he's a smaller kid. But I would take Jack to a battlefield because I know Jack will have my back. I know that he's loyal to the game. I know he's loyal to the cause. I know that he believes in the cause and he'll do whatever it takes to make it right. He might get it wrong, but if you give him a shot, he's going to put in the effort every single time," Stewart said. "And so last year we had him as a seventh grader, and now he’s an eighth grader, and he helps out the seventh graders. He’s more vocal this year and just seeing his confidence just kind of rise through the surface, it’s really cool. And yesterday we had a game and he’s making tackles now. He plays corner, and I’m not talking about like, just wrapping guys up, I’m talking going in for the kill." "We put him in at running back yesterday, and we gave him a toss, first toss of the year. Stiff-arm a guy, scores a touchdown, right? And that’s what makes you feel good." In today’s day and age, when it feels like we see parents brawling with each other, yelling at referees or even running onto the field during a play, remember that youth sports are for the kids. And youth sports aren’t even about the game; it’s about the community that comes with it. Oral hygiene is incredibly important, and the NFL has partnered with Oral-B and Crest to make them the official toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and mouthwash of the league. Stewart has introduced a Panthers toothbrush into his routine. "Oral hygiene and taking care of yourself is just as important as working out, right? Like, just as important as what you're eating on a daily basis as far as the health standard, right? Because we're talking about our gut health," Stewart said. In addition to waking up and brushing his teeth, the former running back said he uses mouthwash about four times a day. Unfortunately for him, not all the coaches in his career cared as much about their breath as Stewart did. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER "Some coaches I’ve had, I won’t name them, but they got some ranky breath. I can tell you that. It’s unfortunate when you meet people that have funky breath because they don’t even know," Stewart said. Stewart spent 10 seasons with the Panthers and one with the New York Giants. In 134 career games, Stewart rushed for 7,335 yards and 51 touchdowns while catching 162 passes for 1,295 yards and seven touchdowns. He made the Pro Bowl in 2015. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0f2fa75342cf4db8b750f Dining with someone you love may help the body in surprising ways, new research suggests te 2026-10-03T12:20:10.243Z Dining with someone you love may help the body in surprising ways, new research suggests Eating with a close partner may influence the body in a surprising way, new research suggests. While researchers say the effect varies from person to person, a recent study suggests that eating with a loved one impacts how the body regulates blood sugar after a meal. Participants in the study were given meals containing the same amount and type of carbohydrates, and researchers measured their blood glucose after eating. THIS AMOUNT OF DELI MEAT ASSOCIATED WITH HIGHER DEMENTIA RISK IN COMPELLING NEW REVIEW When participants ate together, researchers observed a smaller rise in glucose and a quicker return toward baseline compared with when they ate alone. The findings, however, do not mean that everyone will experience the same effect. Shir Atzil, Ph.D., the study's co-author and a professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in Israel, told Fox News Digital that researchers observed substantial individual differences. "While we observe the principle of social physiology at the population level, we have seen tremendous individual differences in how much individuals benefit or even actually lose from being together — so not everyone benefits the same amount," Atzil said. "Some people gain a huge benefit from being with their partners," she said.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "Some people gain a small benefit — and some people actually regulate themselves better when they're alone." The research, published in the journal Science Advances in late September, was based on a concept known as social physiology, which examines how being near a close partner may affect physiological processes. Atzil described the theory as suggesting that "our most basic physiological processes, [our] bodily homeostasis, the process of just keeping the body up and running, is actually working more efficiently when we're in proximity with a close partner." More research is needed to understand why people respond differently, Atzil emphasized.  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER She said she plans to continue testing the social physiology theory. Social setting is also only one of many factors that can affect blood glucose. Erin Palinski-Wade, a New York-area registered dietitian specializing in diabetes, told Fox News Digital that the amount and type of carbohydrates consumed are particularly important. She noted that blood sugar can also be affected by factors including stress, sleep, physical activity and a person's surroundings. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Stress, whether you had [quality sleep] the night before, how active you were that day, even things like the temperature of the room, noise pollution — all of those things can impact blood sugar," Palinski-Wade said. Regulating blood sugar after meals is important because persistently elevated glucose can contribute to serious health problems over time, including heart, kidney, eye and nerve damage, according to the National Institutes of Health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) specifically recommends monitoring glucose two hours after a meal for many people with diabetes — and notes that keeping blood sugar within the target range helps prevent or delay serious health issues. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0f2f975342cf4db8b74fd ‘Activist judge’ rules Congress cannot bar noncitizens from voting in federal elections te 2026-10-03T12:20:09.186Z ‘Activist judge’ rules Congress cannot bar noncitizens from voting in federal elections A Biden-appointed judge is being labeled an "activist judge" by conservative critics after ruling that the federal government's application of a law barring noncitizens from voting in elections violates the Constitution in a federal criminal case. In a 31-page ruling, U.S. District Judge David Leibowitz of the Southern District of Florida dismissed federal charges against Chelsea Cox, a woman originally from Jamaica who voted in the 2020 presidential election, despite not being a U.S. citizen. The ruling comes as the Trump administration has intensified efforts to prevent noncitizens from voting, including through federal prosecutions and attempts to verify citizenship on state voter rolls, sparking legal battles with Democratic-led states and voting-rights groups. President Donald Trump's election integrity efforts have been driven in large part by his and his allies' belief that the 2020 election was "stolen" — an unproven claim he continues to maintain. Leibowitz ruled that the Constitution gives states — not Congress — the authority to determine who qualifies to vote in elections, effectively ruling that a provision of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) criminalizing noncitizen voting in federal elections is unconstitutional as applied to Cox. "The Constitution commits to the States, and the States alone, the general power to set voter qualifications in federal elections," Leibowitz wrote in his ruling. "This is clear from both the text of the document and the debates at the Constitutional Convention in 1787." WATCH: MIKE LEE EXPLODES ON VOTING ERROR THAT 'KEEPS HAPPENING' AS HUGE NUMBER OF NONCITIZENS FOUND ON ROLLS The ruling garnered sharp blowback from Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, who is co-author of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which is currently being stalled in the Senate and unlikely to be passed before the midterm elections. "This insane ruling will certainly be overturned," Lee wrote on X. "But it gives the game away: Democrats pretend we don’t need the SAVE Act because non-citizen voting is already illegal… while activist judges try to destroy laws banning non-citizens from voting!" Hans von Spakovsky, a senior legal fellow with Advancing American Freedom, agreed that Leibowitz's ruling will most likely be "squashed" by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. "Judge David Leibowitz’s opinion that the federal law barring aliens from voting is unconstitutional is patently wrong," Spakovsky told Fox News Digital. "It is true that states have the constitutional authority to set the qualifications of citizens who are eligible as voters in federal elections. But he ignores the fact that in Article I, Section 8, Congress is given 100% authority over naturalization." Spakovsky said the Constitution gives Congress authority to decide how noncitizens enter the country and what activities they may engage in once here. "That gives the federal government the authority to ban aliens from voting or otherwise in any way participating in the democratic process," Spakovsky said. STATE DEPARTMENT CONSIDERS SHARING PASSPORT RECORDS FOR VOTER CITIZENSHIP CHECKS Spakovsky pointed to Bluman v. FEC , a 2011 decision written by then-Judge Brett Kavanaugh and later summarily affirmed by the Supreme Court, which upheld restrictions on foreign nationals' campaign spending. The opinion said the government may exclude noncitizens from activities tied to democratic self-government. "The Supreme Court has long held that the government (federal, state, local) may exclude foreign citizens from activities that are part of the democratic self-regulation in the United States," Kavanaugh wrote. "For example, the Supreme Court has ruled that the government may bar aliens from voting, serving as jurors, working as police or probation officers, or teaching at public schools." However, Bluman v. FEC involved campaign contributions and expenditures, not a federal criminal prosecution for voting. Anhishek Kambil, a partner at Holtzman Vogel Law Firm, said he'd be "surprised" if the federal government did not prevail in its appeal. Kambil pointed to Oregon v. Mitchell, in which the Supreme Court ruled the the government had the authority to set voting age in federal elections, which would be a voter qualifier. "So the Supreme Court has held, in an instance, that there is federal government authority to regulate in certain instances some types of qualifications of voters, but the way that this judge read it kind of made everything a mess," Kambil told Fox News Digital. Leibowitz rejected the federal government's argument that the Constitution grants Congress total authority over regulating immigration and noncitizens. DHS APPROVES PLAN TO VERIFY VOTER CITIZENSHIP, MONITOR MAIL BALLOTS AS TRUMP PUSH INTENSIFIES While he acknowledged that Congress has "broad, undoubted power" over immigration and noncitizens; he said those powers are not "a series of blank checks" and cannot override the Constitution’s "foundational constitutional constraints" assigning voter-qualification authority to the states. The judge also rejected the federal government's reliance on the Elections Clause, which allows Congress to regulate how states conduct federal elections, including by passing laws to combat voter fraud. Leibowitz said the statute at issue was not designed to regulate election procedures or prevent fraud but instead created a federal voter qualification by determining who could vote. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER While Leibowitz ruled that the federal government cannot continue prosecuting Chelsea Cox, Florida would still have the authority to bring state charges. President Joe Biden nominated Leibowitz to the federal bench in 2024. The Senate confirmed him, 64-33, in a bipartisan vote, with then-Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., voting in favor. Thursday's ruling is his most politically consequential decision from the bench to date. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0f0a275342cf4db8b7226 Boston-bound plane vanishes with 6 on board; Coast Guard launches search off Nantucket coast te 2026-10-03T12:10:10.236Z Boston-bound plane vanishes with 6 on board; Coast Guard launches search off Nantucket coast The U.S. Coast Guard is looking for a plane with six people on board that disappeared Saturday morning while en route to Boston from Bermuda. Authorities are searching for the Gulfstream G100, a twin-engine, mid-size jet, off the coast of Nantucket. Both air and surface crews have been deployed to the area, according to the Coast Guard Northeast District. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported losing contact with the aircraft early on Saturday morning, the Coast Guard said. According to data from FlightAware, the plane took off from Bermuda International Airport at 11:41 p.m. ET. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0f0a175342cf4db8b721d BROADCAST BIAS: From FlyDubai to Benghazi, the media struggle to keep politics out of terrorism te 2026-10-03T12:10:09.606Z BROADCAST BIAS: From FlyDubai to Benghazi, the media struggle to keep politics out of terrorism When news of a potential terrorist attack breaks, the first draft can sound like an attempt to maintain political correctness. The New York Times came under attack on Wednesday for tweeting, "A plane flying from Dubai to Israel was diverted after an altercation between the pilot and co-pilot, Israeli officials said." After people mocked the "altercation" lingo, the Times PR team counter-attacked: "Our headlines and live coverage contain all the facts we're able to confirm as we confirm them. Unlike activists and partisans, we don't publish speculation or unverified information." Anyone who thinks The Times doesn’t give off partisan activist vibes isn’t reading it. NEW YORK TIMES ISSUES CORRECTION, DELETES LINE QUESTIONING IF ISRAELIS WERE VICTIMS OF OCT 7 TERROR ATTACK The British Broadcasting Corporation posted a similarly bland breaking-news headline: "Israel-bound flight diverted after fight between pilots." This sounded a little like a verbal spat. At least the brief report underneath relayed, "Two Israeli officials said the co-pilot is believed to have stabbed the captain and tried to crash the plane." The American broadcast networks didn’t perform this way on Wednesday morning. On "Today," NBC reporter Matt Bradley was more straightforward: "There was some sort of violent incident on board that flight. The plane sent out a hijacking alert." A passenger on the plane correctly relayed the pilot had been stabbed. FLYDUBAI PILOT SHOWED WORLD 'THE HIGHEST FORM OF COURAGE,' INDIA'S PM SAYS ABC’s Ian Pannell used the T-word: "This is a rapidly developing story, but it is looking increasingly like a terrorist incident." But the usual instinct for elitist media is to move very slowly to guess about the motive – even if it might seem obvious. An attempted hijacking of a plane full of Israelis headed for Tel Aviv suggests a hostility to Israel. The Israelis clearly suspected a new version of the 9/11 hijacking, as the networks reported they scrambled jets to intercept the Boeing 737 Max before standing down. HERO FLYDUBAI PILOT SAYS HE WAS 'FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE' AS PLANE PLUNGED AFTER COPILOT ATTACK But some networks had to smell politics in their hunt for a motive. "PBS News Hour" anchor Geoff Bennett talked to former Clinton and Obama official Juliette Kayyem. He began: "Israel's prime minister says the co-pilot underwent what he called Islamist radical indoctrination. President [Donald] Trump has pointed to Iran. Neither has provided evidence. … What can we responsibly say, if anything, about the motive at this point?" Kayyem replied: "Right. So, and I'm glad you say that about responsibly say. After every crisis, terror incident, disaster, there's a narrative that forms very early that is often pushed for political reasons. I think we should just put those to the side aside right now, that that just happens. There are elections." CBC TELLS JOURNALISTS NOT TO CALL 9/11 ‘TERRORIST ATTACKS’ IN INTERNAL GUIDANCE Then Kayyem acknowledged that it seems obvious that the "leading theory" would be a co-pilot trying to crash a plane of Israelis in Israel suggests terrorism. "What we don't know and the suspicion or allegations that this is related to a terrorist organization or even Iran is what that radicalization process was like." It could be self-radicalization, or "If it's state-sponsored terrorism, like Iran, a country that Israel and the United States have started a war against, that is a very different consequence." But she suggested it could just be "mental-health" issues. An expert on CNN suggested it might just be "workplace violence." Well, the cockpit is a workplace, but the desperation here is obvious. NPR’s "Morning Edition" turned to Democrat-leaning former CNN analyst Philip Mudd, asking him if the political motivations of Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu are going to cloud the investigation. Terrorism incidents during election season might remind Americans of Sept. 11, 2012 – when a pack of terrorists broke into the American consulate in Benghazi, Libya, leading to the death of the U.S. ambassador and three other Americans. All the networks turned on Republican nominee Mitt Romney for questioning President Barack Obama’s handling of Libya. A Media Research Center analysis of the first night of Benghazi coverage found the Romney-is-rude angle received nine minutes and 28 seconds of coverage on ABC, CBS, and NBC, while only 25 seconds focused on Obama’s Middle East policies. Obama turned to CBS reporter Steve Kroft, his reliable "60 Minutes" softball pitcher, and said, "Governor Romney seems to have a tendency to shoot first and aim later" when you have to "make sure that the statements you make are backed up by the facts." Kroft nudged: "Do you think it was irresponsible?" Obama said, "I’ll let the American people judge that." Sure, after the networks pounded home the Romney attacks. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION A few days later, Team Obama bizarrely claimed the Benghazi attack could be blamed on a YouTube video that spurred spontaneous protests, so there was no "pre-planned attack." Right before the election, CBS posted more of Kroft’s Obama interview in September where Obama said it was an attack on Americans, not a protest. But that didn’t air on television until the election was over. The broadcast networks are the last people who should suggest you can’t trust conservatives because they might spin terrorism incidents in a partisan way in election season. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM TIM GRAHAM Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0ebf175342cf4db8b714f Media sinks to new low by digging up tweets that got announcer fired by cowardly Blazers te 2026-10-03T11:50:09.798Z Media sinks to new low by digging up tweets that got announcer fired by cowardly Blazers There are three characters in this case: a victim, a coward and a villain.  The victim is broadcaster Braiden Bell, who was the Portland Trail Blazers play-by-play announcer for less than 12 hours before the team fired him Thursday for tweets he posted in 2012 and 2013… when he was 15 years old. The coward is the Blazers, who were informed of said tweets and ousted Bell immediately, presumably out of fear of the ever-ravenous outrage mob. NBA'S PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS HIRE ANNOUNCER, THEN FIRE HIM HOURS LATER OVER TWEETS FROM HIS TEENAGE YEARS And then there's the villain: KGW in Portland, the TV station that dug up those tweets and used them to try and ruin a man's life. Let's start with the ugly part — the tweets themselves. They are certainly nothing to condone, and are the kind of posts that should have given any of Bell's teenage friends pause at the time. The first was from November 2012, when Bell wrote, "Gotta give a shoutout to all the big girls out there and those closet w----s #BigUps." The next was less than a month later, when Bell tweeted, "I'm not racist at all...But not gonna lie...Asian people piss me off! Hahaha #Honest" The third was from February 2013, when Bell tweeted, "We got a sl-t alert on aisle 10." And the final tweet KGW reported came less than two weeks later, when Bell typed "Girls these nights...Smh #ThirstyForTheD." Again, these are a long way from pleasant. And if Bell was shamed by peers for his words at the time, it would have been justified. But I think most of us who saw this story were thankful that our stupidest or most offensive comments as adolescents weren't broadcast to the world. As Jason Whitlock said on X: "Virtually everything that came out of my mouth at 15 was a fireable offense. Amazing, sad story." CRAIG CARTON CALLS OUT CANCEL CULTURE AFTER PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS CUT TIES WITH NEWLY HIRED ANNOUNCER There is a reason we do not let 15-year-olds drive independently. Just as there's a reason they have to wait three years before voting. Their minds aren't fully developed. Their mouths are dormant volcanoes. To hold adults forever responsible for their words — not actions — as teenagers is an exercise in cruelty. And that's just what the KGW reporting team was on this story — cruel. Exactly what public good does unearthing these tweets and reporting them to the Blazers accomplish? How does dragging this man's name just after he landed his dream job serve the greater Portland community? America's confidence in the media is hovering at an all-time low. Stories like this only amplify that distrust...and it appears the KGW team knows this. Before Friday, Devon Haskins — the lead reporter on this story — had his email address displayed on his X account. It has since been scrubbed and his DMs are closed. KGW news director John Tierney, whose byline was included on the report, also removed his email address after this story blew up. A third reporter, Alma McCarty, closed off her X inbox, too, while Jared Cowley, the final byline on the story, has no public contact info, either. These are not the actions of media members standing firm on a story they believe in amid public backlash. These are the actions of cowards who know they erred and are running for cover. Embarrassing. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! But not as embarrassing as the Blazers firing Bell the same day they hired him. I've seen some critics of the team say their PR leaders fell short by not doing their due diligence on Bell. But according to KGW's reporting, Bell had over 30,000 tweets, and not one since February 2013 could be construed as offensive. Is it really a PR failure to not sift through 14 years of social media posts? It's not like Bell came out of nowhere. He was already calling games for the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury and G League's Valley Suns, and there didn't seem to be any indications he held racist or misogynistic views. Tweeted by former Arizona Republic sports columnist Paola Boivin: "Braiden's tweets at 15 do not reflect the person I know. I'm a big believer in not letting a poor decision or short timespan define a person's body of life work. I used to be more righteous. As I matured, I learned that decisions in youth are often driven by bravado or surroundings." If only the Blazers — who just traded for Ja Morant, a player who was suspended 25 games for flashing a gun on an Instagram Live broadcast — were as empathetic. The truth is, the public is generally forgiving. Remember when comedian Shane Gillis was fired from "Saturday Night Live" after it was discovered he used the Asian slur "c---k" on a podcast? He's now selling out stadiums and has hosted SNL twice. Kevin Hart, meanwhile, was fired as the 2018 Oscars host for a an unearthed homophobic comment. He has since hosted the Roast of Tom Brady and makes $20 million per movie. And the gaffes by those two came when they were grown men, not three years into puberty. One sincere apology from Bell and Blazers fans would have moved on. I suppose the big takeaway from this is to understand that the internet is forever and will come back to haunt you if you're not careful. Doesn't matter how old your posts were or how much you've matured since. There are always vultures circling, and always cowards caving. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0ebec75342cf4db8b711a Flagstaff Event Almanac for October 3 te 2026-10-03T11:50:04.374Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for October 3 Oct 3 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e99875342cf4db8b70dc Florida Gators face Missouri Tigers in college football matchup where the over looks like the play te 2026-10-03T11:40:08.623Z Florida Gators face Missouri Tigers in college football matchup where the over looks like the play The best thing about sports is that we don’t ever really know what will happen. The worst thing about sports betting is that we don’t ever know what will happen. It is a challenge, but also fun, to try and predict what will happen in games. Last week, I didn’t play the game between Ole Miss and Florida, but I would’ve been wrong. This week I’m hoping to be right about this matchup between Florida and Missouri. The Florida Gators come into this game with a 4-0 record and are coming off of arguably the most impressive victory in College Football this season. The Gators hosted Ole Miss last week, and they rocked the Rebels. In fairness, this was a trap, and I did mention it in a preview I provided in a different article. Ole Miss had just come off an emotional win and was riding high; it was the ultimate let-down spot. Florida, to their credit, took advantage of the situation and won 52-28. FLORIDA DROPS IMPRESSIVE OFFENSIVE PERFORMANCE TO PULL OFF MASSIVE WIN OVER NO. 4 OLE MISS They really haven’t had to play anyone outside of Ole Miss this season. They started the season with a demolition of Florida Atlantic, winning by 45. Then they beat Campbell by 49 in Week 2. Their biggest challenge was going on the road to face Auburn. They were able to win 44-39 in that game, and they were up big for most of the game. However, late in the game, they gave up two touchdowns in the final eight minutes to make the game closer than it needed to be. Missouri is the 25th-ranked team in the country, and they currently sit at 3-1 for the year. They opened the season with a win over Arkansas Pine Bluff. It wasn’t much of a contest, with a 40-point win over the Golden Lions. The following week, they did have a bit of a challenge as they faced Kansas and won on the road with a 17-point victory over the Jayhawks. Week 3 saw them take on Troy and win by 10. Last week, they wouldn’t escape Mississippi State and lost by seven on the road. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! In order to win this one, they will need to find a way to stop a Florida team that has had no trouble scoring the ball this year. However, Florida also needs to be concerned about how they will stop quarterback Austin Simmons. He has 947 passing yards for the season and 11 touchdown passes. He has been really strong in almost every game. Last week he threw for 295 yards and three touchdowns. He won’t really run the ball, rushing 10 times for 1 yard this season, so he will look to attack the Gators through the air. It is hard to believe that the Gators are going to lose this game, but it wouldn’t be surprising if this is a tougher match than their game last week. Florida struggled on the road against Auburn, and I think Missouri will make things difficult for the Gators as well. However, I think the over is the right play here. Both teams have strong offenses, and I think the defenses will struggle to stop them. Give me the over. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e99775342cf4db8b70d3 Why Alabama should cover against Mississippi State in a college football Week 5 prediction te 2026-10-03T11:40:07.857Z Why Alabama should cover against Mississippi State in a college football Week 5 prediction Week 5 is here for college football, and Week 4 finally brought me a winning week in the sport. I’m hoping to build off that momentum and keep rolling. We’ve got some great games ahead of us this week, and the schedule is built for a full day of football watching. My first game starts early in the day as Alabama takes on Mississippi State. The Alabama Crimson Tide are 4-0, but something feels like this team isn’t quite as impressive as past years. They haven’t won a National Championship since the 2020 season. Since Nick Saban has left, they are 24-8, including this year’s 4-0 start. Certainly things have gotten more difficult for all teams, but Alabama’s success is slipping away as they continue to search for a new identity under Ken DeBoer. PAUL FINEBAUM’S PROCLAMATION ABOUT ALABAMA COACH KALEN DEBOER REIGNITES COLLEGE FOOTBALL ‘CULTURE FIT’ DEBATE So far, the team is ranked 7th in the nation, but they face a tough schedule ahead. This is the first of four games against ranked opponents in five weeks. This could be a trap week as well because they have Georgia at home next week, always one of the toughest teams in the country, and one of the toughest games on their schedule each season. Keelon Russell, the team’s quarterback, has looked solid in the past two games, throwing for seven touchdown passes and 685 yards. If he can be a difference-maker at the position, I expect Alabama to make a real run at the National Championship. The Mississippi State Bulldogs are 4-0 and currently the 16th ranked team in the country. They haven’t had an especially difficult schedule to start the season, but they did have a challenge last week as they beat Missouri. It was probably best for them that they were hosting the game, but even as the home team, it feels like Mississippi State is a tier below the top College Football Playoff teams. THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE. DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW! They are led by a Heisman hopeful in Kamario Taylor. He is currently 10th in yards at 1,192, 1st in touchdowns at 14, and 9th in QBR at 87.1. He has thrown an interception in the past two games, and really hasn’t been as effective on the ground as he was in the first two games. A win here would be big for his Heisman resume, and for Mississippi State pushing for a chance to get into the College Football Playoffs. Unfortunately for the Bulldogs, I don’t feel like they are ready to get there, and I don’t think they’ll win this game. Alabama should win this one without much of an issue. The line has already moved higher and in favor of Alabama. I wouldn’t take this at anything higher than -7, but I do think the Crimson Tide should cover it against a good, but not quite great Mississippi State team. Give me Alabama. For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e29475342cf4db8b6fa4 Top investigator in Biden-era election probe wanted to tear key constitutional right away from lawmakers te 2026-10-03T11:10:12.002Z Top investigator in Biden-era election probe wanted to tear key constitutional right away from lawmakers Newly uncovered documents reveal that one of former special counsel Jack Smith’s top deputies advocated for repealing a key constitutional protection for lawmakers. "I’m an advocate for repealing the clause but absent that, we’re stuck with it and the way it’s been interpreted," JP Cooney, who served as Smith’s principal deputy prosecutor, wrote in a 2021 exchange first obtained by the Washington Examiner. He was speaking with Molly Gaston, another prosecutor who would go on to join Smith, about the Constitution’s Speech or Debate Clause. The Speech or Debate Clause of the Constitution protects members of Congress from civil or criminal prosecution stemming from their legislative actions or speech. In theory, it shields the legislative branch from being coerced by the executive branch under threat of prosecution. "Records provided to my office revealed that Jack Smith’s right-hand man, J.P. Cooney, flaunted his disdain for the Speech or Debate Clause, which protects the separation of powers. Later, Cooney and Smith violated this constitutional safeguard by secretly obtaining toll records and text messages from dozens of members of Congress," Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, told Fox News Digital.  JACK SMITH THRUST BACK INTO SPOTLIGHT AT BLANCHE HEARING OVER EXPOSED SENATORS’ MESSAGES "Jack Smith and his team disgracefully tore up the Constitution throughout his partisan investigation. That’s what happens when runaway Democrat government is in power," Grassley added.  Smith and his staff were responsible for investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Cooney’s position on the Speech or Debate Clause was a point of contention during Smith’s Tuesday hearing on Capitol Hill. "When you became Special Counsel, what direction did you give your staff to handle Speech or Debate and Attorney-Client material? Did you issue any directives? If so, to whom? Please explain," Grassley asked Smith, citing Cooney’s support for repealing the clause. "So, with respect to the Speech or Debate Clause, first, we took our obligations seriously under the Speech or Debate Clause. It's, in my view, an important part of the separation of powers," Smith responded. "I had members of my staff who were very familiar with the clause, having worked in the public integrity section for years. We also, when it was appropriate or required, consulted with the public integrity section regarding application of that clause." Grassley dismissed Smith’s defense by arguing that the behavior of his staff contradicted his statement. BIDEN SPECIAL COUNSEL’S 'RUNAWAY TRAIN’ SCOOPED UP SENSITIVE LAWMAKER INFO: 'ABUSE OF POWER' Republicans have argued Cooney’s views foreshadowed Smith’s later use of subpoenas for lawmakers’ communication records. Smith’s team obtained and reviewed communications involving dozens of lawmakers, while separate subpoenas sought telephone records associated with a smaller group of members of Congress. Among the lawmakers whose messages with White House personnel were obtained and reviewed were Sens. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Ron Johnson, R-Wis., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Josh Hawley, R-Mo., Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Cory Booker, D-N.J., and the late Lindsey Graham, R-S.C. "In 2023, Cooney, Gaston, Windom and Ray Hulser were given warnings that subpoenaing congressional information could violate the Speech or Debate clause," Grassley previously said. EXPLOSIVE NEW REPORT PUTS JACK SMITH BACK IN HOT SEAT AS JIM JORDAN ALLEGES HE TRIED TO 'SWAY' 2024 ELECTION Cooney complained about statutory restrictions surrounding efforts to obtain lawmakers’ telephone records during a separate 2021 investigation, at one point calling the language "ridiculous," according to previously released messages. When asked about Cooney's position on the Speech or Debate Clause, Democracy Forward – the advocacy organization where he now works – referred Fox News Digital to a press release announcing its hiring of both him and Gaston. Cooney and Gaston said in the release that they had spent years "holding the most powerful accountable for public corruption and civil rights abuses" and said they joined Democracy Forward amid what they characterized as the Trump administration’s "de-prioritization" of public corruption enforcement. While Republicans have characterized Smith’s investigation as a political witch hunt, he maintains that he acted impartially and in the best interests of the United States. Proponents argue that Smith’s investigation was necessary because the allegations involved conduct at the core of constitutional government, including efforts to overturn the 2020 election and obstruct the lawful transfer of power, as well as the retention and alleged concealment of highly classified documents on part of President Donald Trump. Fox News Digital reached Gaston & Cooney PLLC on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e29375342cf4db8b6f9b We are looking at youth sports all wrong and that can lead to injuries and burnout te 2026-10-03T11:10:11.366Z We are looking at youth sports all wrong and that can lead to injuries and burnout The fall youth sports season has barely begun, yet millions of parents have already filled up their kids' late summer and autumn calendars with practices, private coaching lessons and travel tournaments. These parents mean well. They're trying to give their children every possible opportunity to succeed on the field or court. But many parents have lost sight of what youth sports are meant to achieve. And worse, they're inadvertently putting their kids at risk of injuries or burnout that could harm their long-term health. PEDIATRICIANS GROUP STANDS UP FOR KIDS' RAPIDLY SHRINKING RECESS TIME: 'VERY POWERFUL BENEFIT' I grew up playing sports. I love watching my own kids play them. As an orthopedic surgeon who has worked with the New York Mets, I've spent much of my life on, or near, the field. Those experiences have taught me that we're approaching youth sports all wrong. I’M A COLLEGE ATHLETE. THE SYSTEM THAT GAVE ME MY DREAM IS STARTING TO BREAK Too many parents and coaches view youth sports as a pathway to fame or fortune – to win a championship, earn a scholarship, or go pro. So, they push children to do too much, too soon. Children are not miniature adults. Their bones, muscles, tendons and movement patterns are still developing, sometimes at different rates. During puberty, bones can be particularly vulnerable to repetitive stress, while rapid changes in height and body proportions can temporarily affect strength and coordination. Their training and recovery regimens need to be designed for their biology. WOODY JOHNSON: MAKING FLAG FOOTBALL OFFICIAL GIVES GIRLS A CHANCE TO CATCH THEIR FUTURES Instead, adults keep increasing the demands on young athletes – more games, more reps, more competition – while giving their growing bodies less time to recover. And I often see the consequences in the operating room. About 1% of girls who play soccer – which puts unique strains on young athletes' knees – will suffer an ACL injury in any given season. That may sound like a manageable risk, but for girls who specialize in soccer early and play it year-round, the repeated exposure adds up. For example, a girl who plays soccer year-round throughout high school may face a 16% cumulative risk of sustaining an ACL tear over the course of her high school career. NEW RESEARCH FINDS 1 IN 4 NFL PLAYERS COULD DEVELOP CTE IN THEIR LIFETIME: 'SHOULD BE A CALL TO ACTION' Injuries, like ACL tears, are one way to shorten a person's "playspan" – the number of years they keep moving and playing with confidence throughout their lives. An injury like an ACL tear in high school can lead to early arthritis and long-term disability. These downstream consequences can limit participation in recreational sports during adulthood and community activities like pickleball later in life. As we increasingly recognize the lifelong physical, mental and social benefits of movement and sport, sacrificing a child's extended "playspan" for the pressured hyperfocus of youth sports is remarkably shortsighted. Burnout can have an effect on lifetime playspan as well. When sports stop being fun, and kids come to associate physical activity with pressure, many never rediscover the joy of being active as adults. Some countries have organized youth sports around a different philosophy. Norway's guiding principle is simple: "As many as possible, for as long as possible, and as good as possible." Rather than pushing early specialization, children are encouraged to play multiple sports, compete close to home, and develop at their own pace. Winning matters, but so does making sure children are still playing years later, since staying active is so crucial for adults' long-term health. MARTHA MACCALLUM, KELLY MCKENNA: AMERICA'S NEXT 250 YEARS BEGIN ON THE PLAYGROUND Far from producing mediocre athletes, that approach has helped develop stars like Norway’s Erling Haaland, a star of the recent World Cup. Even more impressive, of the 40 boys who grew up playing at Haaland's youth club, 35 are still playing soccer as adults. That's the standard we should aspire to. In the United States, by contrast, the average child spends less than three years playing a sport and quits before middle school, most often because it isn't fun anymore. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION A youth sports system built around maximizing lifetime playspan would look different. It would encourage children to play multiple sports and build a broad foundation of movement before specializing. It would teach them to run, jump, throw, cut and balance before asking them to compete year-round. It would recognize that even children of the same age develop at different rates. And it would leave room for rest and recovery – and for kids to simply play. If some children go on to earn scholarships or play professionally, that's wonderful. But the true measure of youth sports' success – the score that really matters – is how many lifelong athletes it creates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e29275342cf4db8b6f92 Lawmaker’s stunned face and other viral moments cap rough week for political class te 2026-10-03T11:10:10.754Z Lawmaker’s stunned face and other viral moments cap rough week for political class Politicians from both parties had a rough week as slip-ups and unpopular messaging sent floods of unwanted attention their way. Chief among this week’s gaffes was Republican Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt’s botched attempt to accuse former special counsel Jack Smith of perjury during Tuesday’s Senate testimony — a basketball mix-up that unraveled as cameras captured the stunned reaction of Republican Alabama Sen. Katie Britt seated beside him. Britt was seated beside Schmitt as he pressed Smith over whether he attended an Atlanta Hawks game on Feb. 3, 2024, pointing to text messages he said showed Smith had been there. When Smith denied attending the NBA game, Schmitt accused him of lying under oath. Schmitt had apparently mistaken references to the Iowa Hawkeyes for the Atlanta Hawks, overlooking that Smith had attended the Iowa-Maryland women’s college basketball game that night rather than the NBA game in Atlanta. As the situation unfolded, and Schmitt's mistake became apparent, a pool camera zoomed in on Britt's face, revealing her shocked expression. JACK SMITH'S TRUMP PROBE SWEPT UP FOX NEWS, OTHER MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS AS INVESTIGATION WENT BEYOND LAWMAKERS "Sen. Katie Britt — a former congressional staffer herself — knew she was watching a mythical staff f*ck up," one MSNOW reporter wrote. "The type of f*ck up that interns will hear about as a cautionary tale on their first day of work on June 1, 2047." "[Britt] opposes abortion and yet Schmitt just aborted his 2028 VP odds on live TV," a liberal YouTuber quipped. Schmitt’s exchange quickly became one of the most viral moments of the Smith hearing, drowning out much of the rest of the day’s events. KLOBUCHAR'S NFL POST BACKFIRES WHEN INTERNET NOTICES GLARING PROBLEM WITH HER OUTFIT CHOICE: 'FRAUD RUNS DEEP' The Missouri senator attempted to defuse tensions with a tongue-in-cheek response to the controversy. "Who knew Jack Smith was a Caitlin Clark fan?" Schmitt posted to X shortly after the hearing wrapped, referencing the fact that Clark was playing for Iowa in the game Smith attended. His post drew another wave of negative responses. "Any person who had a modicum of decency would apologize, immediately, and then impose some basic accountability for some remarkably negligent staff work," New York Times columnist David French wrote. "He was trying to set up a perjury trap with fake information. Pitiful." "When I talk about how the quality of congressional staff used to be so much higher I feel 70 years old…but this is a good example," one former congressional staffer posted. "No one who worked for any number of Republican senators in 2015 would have ever in a million years allowed this." SCHMITT GOES IN-DEPTH ON DIVING CATCH & CHANGES TO COLLEGE ATHLETICS ON ‘RUTHLESS’ Schmitt wasn't the only politico to draw the ire of the internet this week. Troy Jackson, the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, caught heat from figures on the left after posting a video of himself sipping boba tea and criticizing the wealthy interests backing his Republican opponent. JIM JORDAN SAYS HOUSE WEIGHING CRIMINAL REFERRAL OF JACK SMITH FOR ALLEGEDLY LYING TO CONGRESS "The same people that ran Mallory McMorrow's campaign into the ground are telling you to do this goofy s---," left-wing podcaster Kyle Kulinski posted on X. "Just get out there and tell the truth and speak from the heart for economic justice and against war and stop with all this bulls---. C'mon man. You're smarter than this." "Troy Jackson needs to win but videos like this are unhelpful and cringey," liberal influencer Harry Sisson posted on X. "Please change it up! No boba tea!" In another gaffe earlier this week, Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., accidentally referred to himself as a ‘lifelong Republican’ before immediately correcting himself. Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, meanwhile, upset some conservatives with an ad portraying a fictional young White male Medicaid recipient named "Brad" as a gamer who chooses not to work. Some critics accused Sanders of choosing a White male character to avoid depicting demographic groups they said receive government assistance at higher rates." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e29175342cf4db8b6f89 AI agents can now make phone calls for you te 2026-10-03T11:10:09.988Z AI agents can now make phone calls for you There are certain phone calls I would happily hand off to almost anyone. Calling my wireless carrier to fix a billing problem comes to mind. So does chasing a restaurant reservation that I cannot book online. Now, AI wants the job. A new generation of personal artificial intelligence agents can handle tasks across apps, websites and connected accounts. Instinct and Meta's newly launched Muse are pushing that idea further. Instinct can now place phone calls to businesses for some early-access users, while Meta is testing a similar capability with Muse. Instead of asking AI what number to call, the idea is that I can tell the agent what I need and let it handle the conversation. I know that sounds incredibly convenient, but it also raises a bigger question. How comfortable are you letting software speak and make decisions in your name? Missed CyberGuy LIVE? Watch the replay and discover 5 ways AI can help you get better healthcare. Our free CyberGuy LIVE class Get Better Healthcare with AI has ended, but you can still watch the full replay. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson walks you through five practical ways AI can help you prepare for appointments, remember important details, understand complicated medical information, research prescription questions and organize your next steps. No technical experience is needed. Plus, recordings of all our past classes are available, including How to Stop Spam, Phone Security and Financial Protection, each with a free downloadable checklist. Watch the free replays and get your checklists at CyberGuyLive.com AI AGENT HACKS GYM SYSTEM TO MOVE UP WAITLIST Instinct founder Noah Shinn announced Instinct Concierge on Sept. 16. The feature lets the company's AI personal assistant handle phone calls and other service tasks for users. Shinn gave examples that will sound familiar to anyone who has wasted part of an afternoon on hold. Instinct could call a restaurant that does not take online reservations. It might get you onto your dentist's cancellation list. The AI could also try to sort out a problem with your cable bill. The company is rolling Concierge out in early access to some users, with plans to expand availability over time. Calling fits with what Instinct has already been building. Its AI assistant can work across connected services and take actions on a user's behalf. Instinct has also given its assistants dedicated email addresses. Those addresses can help with account sign-ups and management. Users can also add other people to a trusted network. That allows their assistants to communicate with one another for certain tasks. All of this has drawn serious investor interest. Instinct raised $250 million in an August Series B round that valued the company at $2.5 billion. Then, on Sept. 28, Instinct announced a $1 billion Series C round from investors including Sequoia Capital, Benchmark and Coatue, valuing the company at $10 billion. Meta launched Muse on Sept. 8 as a personal AI agent that can work across connected services. Muse can browse the web, fill out forms and complete tasks on a user's behalf. Meta has reportedly been testing an outbound-calling capability that lets some Muse users ask the agent to call U.S. businesses. The feature remains in limited testing rather than being broadly available to Muse users. Muse is now available in the U.S. and Canada. Muse can also keep working after you close the app. Meta says users choose which services Muse can access and how much permission it receives. Interest has moved quickly. Muse climbed to the top of Apple's U.S. App Store after its Sept. 8 launch, and subsequent reports put its downloads above 3 million by late September. That puts Meta and Instinct in a fast-moving race to turn AI assistants into something closer to digital stand-ins. Instinct is still available through private access, and the company does not currently publish a monthly subscription price. It also has not announced a separate price for Instinct Concierge or its phone-calling feature. Meta's Muse has a free tier with a usage limit. If you reach that limit, you can upgrade to a paid plan or wait for the free allowance to refresh. Meta says most people should be able to use Muse within the free tier. Paid plans have also been reported at $20 a month and $100 a month, depending on how much additional usage you need. Meta has not announced separate pricing for the phone-calling capability it is testing. I'd also be careful when searching the App Store for "Muse" because there are unrelated apps using that name. The appeal grows once the AI can handle the back-and-forth for you. Give it a goal, and the agent can carry the conversation without pulling you away from whatever else you are doing. That could be especially useful for tasks that take several steps or require waiting on someone else. The AI can stay on the job, gather the answer and bring the result back to you. But the more useful these agents become, the more control you are handing over. If the AI can confirm details, make changes or agree to something in your name, you want to know exactly where its authority begins and ends. The convenience is easy to see. The privacy tradeoff takes a little more digging. Instinct's privacy policy says its assistant can access information from connected apps and services when you grant permission. That can include messages, emails and other private communications. Depending on how you use the assistant, it may also handle voice data, account credentials and payment information. Instinct says health-related information could also enter the system. One example would be asking the agent to book a medical appointment. That kind of access can make an AI assistant much more useful. It also gives the service a deeper window into your digital life. We have already looked at this broader issue in our article on AI chatbot privacy. Phone calls add another layer because the assistant can now use what it knows while interacting with someone outside the app. Instinct says users can opt out of having certain information used to train its AI models. However, that choice applies going forward. The company says models previously trained or improved using your information may still retain those improvements. There is also an exception for material flagged for a safety review. Instinct says that information can still be used for AI training related to harmful content detection or safety research. Google Workspace information gets separate treatment. Instinct says data received directly through Google Workspace APIs does not go toward training or improving its AI models. There is another setting worth knowing about. Disconnecting a third-party integration does not automatically delete information previously collected from it. Instinct says users can separately delete data indexed from outside sources. That is the sort of privacy setting I would check before connecting a large inbox or another account packed with personal information. Meta says Muse runs inside its own dedicated secure virtual machine in the cloud. Connected credentials go into secure storage. According to Meta, Muse cannot see passwords or payment methods stored there. Muse also asks for approval before certain sensitive actions. Meta gives sending an email or making a purchase as examples. Users can view an audit trail showing what Muse has done and what it plans to do. For purchases, Meta says Link can generate a one-time card number at checkout. That keeps the user's actual card number away from the merchant and the AI agent. Meta also says Muse conversations and data inside its virtual machine do not get shared with Meta's advertising systems. Users can opt out of having their interactions used for AI model training. Users can change Muse's access or disconnect a connected service whenever they want. Those controls give users ways to limit what services Muse can reach and what actions it can take. Even so, every connected service adds another place where an AI assistant may interact with your personal information. MALICIOUS BROWSER EXTENSIONS CAN HIJACK AI ASSISTANTS We are already used to chatbots getting things wrong. Usually, you read the answer first and decide what to do next. AI agents change that equation because they can take action. Instinct spells this out in its own terms. The company says its services can produce incorrect or incomplete information. It also warns that actions may contain errors and may not always be reversible. The terms go further. When you authorize Instinct to act for you, the service can enter certain agreements, commitments or transactions on your behalf. Instinct says those agreements can be binding as though you entered them yourself. That is a pretty good reason to start small. We covered this concern when autonomous AI agents first began gaining attention in our article on the first autonomous AI agent. Giving software permission to act creates a different kind of risk than asking a chatbot a question. A bot misunderstanding a restaurant reservation may mean an awkward dinner. A mistake involving a purchase or account change could be harder to unwind. There is also another person in the conversation. Whoever answers the phone may hear your AI assistant share information about you. For a restaurant reservation, that might include your name and the time you want a table. A medical office could require more personal details. An account problem might involve information used to verify your identity. Think about what the AI will need to disclose before assigning the call. AI voices can create another complication. We already warn readers about criminals using synthetic audio to impersonate real people. Our report on AI voice scams shows how convincing AI-generated calls can become. As legitimate AI agents begin calling businesses, hearing a computer-generated voice may become more common. That makes independent verification even more useful when a caller wants money or sensitive information. You do not have to write off AI calling features. I would simply begin with low-risk tasks and expand from there if the service earns your trust. Try asking the AI to check restaurant availability or confirm a store's hours. Those tasks give you a chance to see how well the agent performs without putting much at risk. Pay attention to the result. If the agent misunderstands a simple request, you may want more supervision before trusting it with something complicated. Review every connected service before letting an agent make calls for you. A dinner reservation probably does not require access to your complete email history. Look at account permissions regularly. Remove connections you no longer use. Be cautious about giving an AI agent Social Security numbers, PINs or complete financial credentials. Ask whether the task can be completed without exposing that information. The same caution applies to medical details. An appointment request may require some information, but the agent may not need your entire medical history. Use confirmation controls whenever the service provides them. This becomes especially useful for purchases, cancellations or account changes. Meta says Muse requests approval before certain sensitive actions. Other AI agents may handle approvals differently, so check the settings before relying on them. Do not assume the task went exactly as planned. Check the reservation, purchase or account change afterward. Instinct itself tells users to independently verify actions taken by its assistant. That is good advice for any AI agent acting on your behalf. Removing access to a service may stop future access without deleting information already collected. Instinct specifically says disconnecting a third-party integration does not automatically erase previously collected data. If you want that information gone, look for a separate deletion control. A restaurant call gives an AI limited room to cause damage. A banking problem or medical conversation can carry much more sensitive information. For those calls, I would think carefully about whether the time saved is worth the access required. AI agents are adding capabilities quickly. A permission that seemed reasonable when an assistant only organized your inbox could carry more weight once that assistant can make calls and transactions. Review connected accounts after major feature updates. Also check whether the company has changed its privacy policy or added new controls. Use strong, unique passwords for every account you connect to an AI assistant. A password manager can create and store them for you. Also turn on two-factor authentication or passkeys whenever they are available. If someone gets into one of those connected accounts, they may gain access to much more than the AI assistant itself. Keep strong antivirus software running on the devices you use with AI agents. These assistants may interact with websites, email and other online services where malicious links or downloads can appear. Good security software can help detect malware and other threats before they cause more damage. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices at CyberGuy.com. REP TED LIEU: THE ROBOTS AREN'T THE THREAT. IT'S THE 'DEPRAVED' AI ALREADY HERE THAT SHOULD SCARE YOU I can absolutely see the appeal of letting AI deal with a cable company or chase down a hard-to-get restaurant reservation. Those are exactly the kinds of calls many of us would gladly hand off. Where I get more cautious is the amount of access an agent may need to do the job well. Once an AI can read connected information and speak to businesses for you, a mistake can travel much farther than a bad chatbot answer. I would start with tasks where an error is easy to fix. Then watch how the agent handles them before giving it access to anything more sensitive. Convenience is great, but I still want the final say when my money, private information or important accounts are involved. Would you let an AI assistant handle phone calls for you, and what is one call you would never trust it to make on your behalf? Let us know by writing to us at CyberGuy.com. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0e29175342cf4db8b6f80 ‘Tinder Swindler’ romance fraudster promises ‘safe’ dating app – using intel from con man playbook te 2026-10-03T11:10:09.204Z ‘Tinder Swindler’ romance fraudster promises ‘safe’ dating app – using intel from con man playbook Deception, scams, and cases of false identity – these are common risks in online dating that Shimon Hayut said he can prevent with his soon-to-be released dating app, Safe Love. He knows how fraudsters commit those deceptions. He was one of them. Hayut, also known as Simon Leviev, gained prominence as the "Tinder Swindler" because of his romance fraud schemes. The 36-year-old made a lavish income extorting money from women he met online. VICTIMS OF NETFLIX DOC'S ALLEGED ‘TINDER SWINDLER’ HAVE UNITED FOR THIS REASON: ‘A BIG F--- YOU TO HIM' In 2015 and 2019, he was convicted of fraud, theft and forgery charges in Israel and Finland, he confirmed to Fox News Digital in a videoconference interview. He served time in Finland from September 2015 until March 2017, he said. He was arrested in Israel in 2011 and 2017 for the same case. And in June 2019, he was extradited from Greece to Israel where he was jailed until May 2020, he said. INFLUENCER ACCUSED OF TARGETING WEALTHY DATING APP MATCHES BACK BEHIND BARS In Finland, Hayut was sentenced in 2015 to two years behind bars after authorities said he defrauded three women, according to the Times of Israel. He was convicted in 2019 of four charges of fraud and sentenced to 15 months in prison, but was released after five months, BBC reported. Hayut now plans to use his expertise to reduce the risks involved in finding potential partner matches online, he said. He compares himself to famed fraudster Frank Abagnale Jr., convicted con man immortalized in the 2002 Steven Spielberg movie "Catch Me If You Can." Abagnale committed check fraud, theft, and forgery, and later became a fraud-prevention specialist. BRAZEN SOCIAL MEDIA FRAUD SCHEMES WREAK HAVOC AS TRUMP OFFICIAL ISSUES STARK WARNING FOR 'FRAUDFLUENCERS' "The idea came from me being the Tinder Swindler," Hayut said in his heavy Israeli accent. "They say I made the dating environment unsafe. So I thought, ‘All right. Let’s make it safe.’" He mostly splits time between Israel and the United Arab Emirates. His expertise in the area of fraud makes him the perfect candidate to help others avoid being victims, he said. "I did use false passports. I did use false identity," he said. "I've been convicted for that. I've paid my debts to society. Obviously, things which I'm not proud of." But because of his unsavory past, he’s confident that he has the skills and knowledge of how to prevent the kinds of fraud he committed. "I know how fake passports look," he said. And maybe even "better than a passport controller in the airport, because I did pass hundreds or if not thousands of…fake passports." "No one ever questioned me once," he said. "I know I know how to challenge the system." Hayut's new dating platform will have more rigid identification requirements than existing dating apps, he said. To ensure a user’s online identity is genuine, they will be required to upload a government identification card and take a selfie to match it. Any photos uploaded to a profile will not be allowed if they differ from that selfie by more than 15%, he said. He wants to ensure that potential matches viewed online are the same – in appearance and identity – as who shows up on a date. He got the idea from his own match-gone-wrong involving someone who was transgender, he said. A safety feature planned for the Safe Love app is an SOS button that users can press if they’re feeling unsafe on a date. The phone would immediately start recording audio and video. It would share the user’s location. And that would be shared with law enforcement authorities, Hayut said. Safe Love is in the late stages of the regulation phase it must pass before its release. "It could be a few days, could be a few weeks, but hopefully as soon as possible," he said. The Online Dating and Discovery Association (ODDA), a group that promotes safe online dating, has spoken out opposing Hayut's plan for the app. In a letter sent to Google and Apple, the organization urged the tech giants to ban the platform from their app stores. "We do not believe either app store wishes to be the platform that hosted a fraudster's return to the very environment in which his crimes were committed," ODDA wrote in the letter. "Allowing a convicted romance fraud offender to operate a dating platform, an environment built entirely on trust and on the very emotional and financial vulnerabilities he has already been proven to exploit, completely undermines the efforts our sector has made and represents a very real risk to users." But the pushback doesn’t threaten to stop his project, Hayut said. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "They won't be able to do that, and they won't succeed," he said. They’re afraid of the superiority of his product, he said. "I mean, they’re threatened by me." Fox News Digital reached out to Apple and Google for comment. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Hayut said his background drives him to make sure his app is "working perfectly" before its release. He can’t afford to make any mistakes, he said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB "If something will go wrong, I cannot be saying, ‘Ah, we have a fault in our system.’ Automatically, I will be [considered] guilty as charged." SEND US A TIP "I have notoriety. It means that I cannot do mistakes." GOT A TIP? He knows there are some who say his past crimes make him a threat. He wants them to consider this: LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "Yes, on paper I'm a convicted criminal," he said. "But I'm not the same kid that I was [at] 19 years old." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Though he’s never married, he’s now the father of an 11-year-old daughter with one woman and a 3-year-old son with another woman. "And we do change. People do change." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0db8775342cf4db8b6e40 FlyDubai co-pilot accused of stabbing captain identified as 29-year-old Omani national te 2026-10-03T10:40:07.383Z FlyDubai co-pilot accused of stabbing captain identified as 29-year-old Omani national The FlyDubai co-pilot accused of attacking a captain on a Tel Aviv-bound flight earlier this week allegedly used the cockpit's "crash axe" in the attack and has been identified as a 29-year-old Omani national. The co-pilot has been identified as Hamam al-Hammami, a Middle Eastern source told Fox News, adding that he was barred from flying with Oman Air — his country's airline — in 2024 due to concerns about extremist views. The source also said authorities believe the co-pilot moved to Dubai later that year. The United Arab Emirates, which is leading the investigation into the attack on FlyDubai Flight 1073, said the co-pilot attacked Capt. Smit Machchhar with the cockpit's crash axe, incapacitating him and causing the aircraft to plummet before passengers on board seized control of the plane. FLYDUBAI PASSENGER SAYS CO-PILOT STABBED CAPTAIN BEFORE TERRIFYING PLUNGE, EMERGENCY LANDING The source said al-Hammami spent a significant part of his life outside Oman, including time living with his mother, who is from Syria. According to the source, FlyDubai did not check with Oman Air about al-Hammami before hiring him. A Gulf diplomat told The Associated Press that investigators are working to determine whether al-Hammami acted as a "lone wolf or has any connection with any extremist groups." The AP separately reported that Oman had barred al-Hammami from flying over concerns that he had adopted extremist views. HERO FLYDUBAI PILOT SAYS HE WAS 'FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE' AS PLANE PLUNGED AFTER COPILOT ATTACK Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday described the incident as an act of terrorism, saying the attacker had undergone "Islamic radicalization." "He came to crash the passengers on board," Netanyahu said, according to The Wall Street Journal. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Fox News Digital's Brittany Miller contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0d6d975342cf4db8b6d68 White House urges sitcom producer Chuck Lorre to seek 'psychiatric help' after targeting Trump, first lady te 2026-10-03T10:20:09.828Z White House urges sitcom producer Chuck Lorre to seek 'psychiatric help' after targeting Trump, first lady TV producer Chuck Lorre used a Hollywood charity gala last Saturday to deliver a profanity-laced speech targeting President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, prompting a fiery response from the White House. Speaking at the Project Angel Food Angel Awards in Los Angeles, the "Big Bang Theory" creator used his acceptance speech to insult the first family, call the president a "Russian asset" and joke about checking whether Trump had suffered a fatal heart attack. Regarding Melania Trump, he called the first lady "a surgically enhanced, cold-hearted Yugoslavian escort who clearly hates her husband."  The White House responded to Lorre's remarks in a statement to Fox News Digital. COMEDIAN DECLARES JERRY SEINFELD 'UNCANCELLABLE' DESPITE 'WOKE' ANTI-ISRAEL FESTIVAL BOYCOTT "Chuck Lorre should immediately seek psychiatric help to treat his severe case of Trump Derangement Syndrome that has completely rotted his peanut-sized brain," said White House spokesperson Davis Ingle. Lorre was honored at the event after his foundation made what Project Angel Food has described as a "transformational" contribution to the charity. The charity provides medically tailored meals to people facing critical and life-threatening illnesses. During his acceptance speech, Lorre repeatedly turned to politics and told the crowd that his "need to cause laughter" compelled him to do so. DE NIRO SAYS HE CAN'T LOVE AMERICA, COMPARES COUNTRY TO ABUSIVE HUSBAND "I’d love to express my gratitude to all the people who’ve devoted their lives to making Project Angel Food an oasis for those in need. That would be my preference," Lorre said during his speech, first reported by The Hollywood Reporter. "But because I’m a comedy writer, I have no choice but to explain how I wake up every morning, turn on CNN to see if the President of the United States had a heart attack while straining to take a dump," he added. RADICAL LEFTIST PODCASTER VICIOUSLY ATTACKS MELANIA TRUMP IN GRAPHIC CURSE-LADEN RANT Lorre, also known for creating shows including "Two and a Half Men" and "Mom," then called on those in attendance to open their wallets to contribute to the nonprofit before comparing first lady Melania Trump to former first lady Michelle Obama. "I’d love to encourage you to pull out your wallets and contribute to this amazing organization, but my need to cause laughter forces me to question how a country can embrace a smart, educated, warm, funny first lady like Michelle Obama and somehow be OK with a surgically enhanced, cold-hearted Yugoslavian escort who clearly hates her husband," Lorre told the crowd. MELANIA TRUMP CALLS FOR ABC TO FIRE JIMMY KIMMEL OVER ‘HATEFUL AND VIOLENT RHETORIC' Film critic and Hollywood in Toto founder and editor Christian Toto told Fox News Digital that Lorre's attack on the first lady highlights what he sees as a glaring double standard in Hollywood. "Generally speaking, we don't attack first ladies. It's just sort of an unspoken rule," Toto said. "They weren't elected. They're just supporting their husbands, so by and large, even comedians won't go there. But when it comes to First Lady Melania Trump, they go there, they go there a lot." TRUMP URGES ABC TO FIRE ‘SERIOUSLY UNFUNNY’ JIMMY KIMMEL, SAYS IT ‘BETTER BE SOON’ "Comparing her to an escort is obviously factually incorrect for the obvious, but also just cruel. For all the talk in Hollywood [about] trying to treat women better and #MeToo, and things like that, I thought that was rather inappropriate, to say the least," he said. Toto added that he believed Hollywood's reaction would be different if a conservative producer targeted a Democratic figure. "There are double standards that exist in Hollywood. Targets you can hit; targets you can't hit. If Michelle Obama was the target of such a cruel attack, I think it would get a lot of attention. There might even be a call for him to apologize for his comments." 'THE VIEW' CO-HOSTS FEUD AFTER BILLY BOB THORNTON CALLS OUT CELEBRITY POLITICAL LECTURES He also criticized celebrities for discussing political issues at charity or non-political events. "When you think about speaking at an event, it's almost like you're on a first date—you don't bring up abortion, you don't bring up gun control, you don't bring up all these sort of hot-button issues," Toto told Fox News Digital. "It just seems odd that you'd go really hard political, but the celebrities do it for two reasons. One, they can't help themselves and two, no one's going to critique them, no one is going to fact-check them. So, they can say whatever they want. So, it's a very indulgent process, but it shows no sign of stopping," he added. Lorre also criticized Democrats, calling on the Democratic National Committee to "run from the suicidal insanity of the far-left woke culture in the coming election," before taking aim at Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his views on vaccines. DAVID MARCUS: TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME ISN'T MENTAL ILLNESS, IT'S MASS HYSTERIA Lorre ended the speech by again targeting Trump, giving his own version of the Serenity Prayer: "God, grant me the serenity to no longer give a sh-- about all the stupid people in this country, the courage to say Donald Trump is a Russian asset who traded teenagers with Jeffrey Epstein, and the wisdom to end on a cheap laugh." Fox News Digital reached out to representatives for Lorre but did not hear back. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0d6d975342cf4db8b6d5f An AI-generated influencer entered Alabama 'RushTok' — Some fans didn't care that she was fake te 2026-10-03T10:20:09.188Z An AI-generated influencer entered Alabama 'RushTok' — Some fans didn't care that she was fake "Okay, hi everyone. I’m Janie," says a curly-haired, bespectacled redhead, clasping her hands in front of her as she shyly addresses a camera from her dorm room. "It’s day one of rush at the University of Alabama," Janie continues. Then, she lists off where she got each item of clothing she’s wearing: a pleated skirt from Abercrombie, a knit top from J. Crew, socks from Target and sneakers from Nike. It’s Janie B's first video on her TikTok account, @jani.b086, and it’s a hit. The video, posted on Aug. 8, has since amassed over 120,000 views. Its comment section is full of users doting over the college freshman — the word "adorable" is used by at least a dozen commenters. Janie’s "outfit of the day" video, known online as an "OOTD," is a popular video format for the thousands of potential new members (PNMs) who document their experience going through the recruitment process for college sororities in an annual TikTok phenomenon known as "RushTok." PARENTS DROP EYE POPPING FEES ON SORORITY RUSH COACHES TO GET KIDS INTO ELITE COLLEGE GREEK LIFE But Janie isn’t like the other RushTok girls who vlogged their Bama Rush experience this year. She doesn’t go to the University of Alabama. She didn’t rush a sorority. She didn’t even get her top from J. Crew or her sneakers from Nike. That's because Janie isn’t real. Every detail of every video on Janie’s account, from her dorm room, to her outfits, to Janie herself, was generated by artificial intelligence. Olivia Moore, an investment partner at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, created Janie as an experiment to understand how consumers react to AI-generated content. For only $100 in credits, Moore produced a week's worth of videos of her fake RushTok influencer participating in Bama Rush and observed as her audience argued whether Janie was real or not. The experiment showed how quickly some viewers could detect AI-generated content and how willing some were to continue watching even after they knew Janie wasn't real. Moore is on the consumer investing team at Andreessen Horowitz where she invests in companies building consumer AI products. She says she has been fascinated by "how people make and interpret and understand AI content." "The image, video, audio models are getting very human-like, very fast. I think we probably cross the uncanny valley in the next six months," Moore said in an interview with Fox News Digital. "And so it means that how we as humans are able to detect AI-generated or AI-assisted content and how we interact with it is just going to become even more important because we're going to have a flood of this content, and it's going to be, in many cases, indistinguishable across all of our channels," she continued. Moore said she created Janie as an experiment to see how consumers react to AI. "Philosophically, that's an interesting question for me. What do people feel about AI content? What do they feel when they don't know it's AI? What do they feel when something they liked, or loved, or hated or were interested in turned out to be AI?" CALIFORNIA LAW PUTS DIGITAL FINGERPRINTS ON AI FAKES Moore primarily used ChatGPT and MiniMax to breathe life into her fake influencer. She pulled a real video of a University of Alabama dorm room off of the internet and uploaded it to ChatGPT. Then, she prompted Janie to have frizzy red hair, a pair of glasses and style from the 1960s. ChatGPT produced a still image of Janie in the real dorm room photo, and the "RushTok" influencer was born — or generated, at least. For each TikTok, Moore animated Janie by feeding the still dorm room image into AI video model MiniMax H3. She used ChatGPT to produce prompts to feed into MiniMax, shaping how Janie would move, what she would sound like and the scripts she would follow. Moore chose RushTok to introduce her AI influencer to the world after watching the annual phenomenon for the past five years. She said it was "the perfect testing ground" for her experiment for several reasons. Janie wouldn't be selling anything or hurting anyone, and RushTok naturally draws high traffic and has a low barrier to entry for new creators. With other PNMs participating in the trend, audiences would experience Janie alongside real humans posting similar content. On the first day of Alabama Rush, Moore introduced Janie to the world with an OOTD video. Reactions to Janie were split in the comments. "I would say anyone under maybe 25 immediately clocked her as AI," Moore said. "But anyone in the older demographic, which is much of the Bama Rush audience, was, I would say, fooled by her and just wishing her luck and sending her good thoughts in the process." By the second day of the experiment the audience was mostly onto her. Moore said people took to Reddit to discuss Janie, created commentary videos on TikTok and corrected anyone who thought Janie was real in her comment section. "By day two, day three, the comments were filled with still some people who were saying really nice things. And people would comment and tell them, 'Hey, this is AI.' And they'd be like, 'I don't care. She seems so sweet. Like I want her to succeed.'" As the audience caught on, Moore said she had to change her strategy. She realized that people were still willing to watch AI-generated content as long as it was entertaining enough. So, she started dropping hints in the videos and watched as digital sleuths would proudly point out clues in her comment section. CNN, NBC, CBS INTERVIEWING VIRAL AI 'ACTRESS' TILLY NORWOOD RAISES EYEBROWS AMONG CRITICS Moore said that humans are getting better at detecting AI quicker than AI generation is improving. "We're kind of in a graph with two competing lines of different slopes. So one of them is like, how fast is AI approaching true human-like quality? And that has gotten a lot better over the past year. The other line is how fast are humans getting better at detecting AI?" Moore said. "It seems like, at least for now, that latter curve is higher slope. It's inflecting faster. The average human can still tell an AI video from a truly human video." While humans could generally detect the AI content, Moore claimed TikTok , for the most part, did not immediately detect AI in most of the videos. For the experiment, Moore decided to not label her videos as AI when she uploaded them. Of the 20 AI-generated videos she uploaded, Moore said TikTok only initially flagged 8 as containing AI-generated media. As of the date of this publication, TikTok displays an AI-generated media warning on 16 of the 20 AI videos. "The platforms themselves are going to have a hard time detecting this content at scale, especially when the models are changing and the strategies are changing, and people are always gonna find ways to make this undetectable," Moore said. Moore ended her experiment with a video of herself explaining to the audience who she was and why she decided to create Janie. She was shocked by the positive comments she received on the post. "I think consumer sentiment towards AI is still quite negative. But if people feel like they aren't being tricked, they're being let in on it, they are being told how to do this themselves, they're being entertained by the content that's created, that can completely flip and the feelings can be very, very positive," Moore told Fox News Digital. Moore predicts that more consumers will start using AI tools to create human-passing content, but she says it will have to compete with human content to gain emotional investment and be as interesting and entertaining to viewers. "I understand why people are fearful of AI because, so far, if they see AI content, it's usually something that's kind of trying to trick them versus something that is honest with them and shows them how they could get the same value," said Moore. "The more that we are kind of honest and straightforward as people using AI around how we use it and how much of us as humans still goes into that, it'll hopefully lead to a world where AI is just another tool that allows humans to do things that are even more human." The Alabama Panhellenic Association declined to comment on Moore's experiment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0d6d875342cf4db8b6d56 How foreign hackers could 'crumble' America by targeting one essential utility te 2026-10-03T10:20:08.594Z How foreign hackers could 'crumble' America by targeting one essential utility A massive surge in cyberattacks on Americans' water supply in recent years has exposed a shift in hackers' focus from financially motivated ransomeware to attacks designed to disrupt one of the most essential pieces of civilian infrastructure, senior Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials told Fox News Digital. "Everyday life completely crumbles" when drinking water and wastewater systems are impacted, warned EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Jess Kramer. "There is definitely been an increase, several fold on attacks recently," Kramer added in an interview with Fox News Digital. "You're seeing everything from failure to change password, leading to cyberattacks all the way to ... system specifics being available online." Asked why the water sector has become such an attractive target, Kramer said the answer begins with how deeply embedded it is in Americans' daily lives. AN AI CYBERATTACK COULD TURN OFF AMERICA'S LIGHTS BEFORE WASHINGTON EVEN UNDERSTANDS WHY "Our everyday life completely crumbles without access to drinking water and wastewater infrastructure," she said. "Everything from hospitals to daycares, everything that we care about and need on an everyday basis can be impacted" if one of those cyberattacks succeeds. EPA Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Jeff Hall said water utilities have also become appealing targets because many continue to operate aging infrastructure while lacking the resources to modernize their cybersecurity. "We will see water systems left vulnerable to cyberattacks where there have not been significant amounts of investment in cybersecurity protocols," Hall said, pointing to basic protections such as virtual private networks and firewalls that are still missing at some utilities. Hall explained how hackers have "moved from ransomware attacks designed to extort payments from critical infrastructure generally to more specific attacks designed to disrupt critical infrastructure and particularly water and wastewater systems." Attackers, he said, are increasingly "manipulating the human-machine interface to change critical settings which disrupts the service and also puts people at risk." FOREIGN HACKERS BREACH TWO MORE US WATER UTILITIES, THREATEN SAFETY OF COLORADO RESIDENTS The warning comes as cyber threats targeting U.S. water infrastructure have drawn heightened attention from federal and state officials. In July, a coordinated cyberattack targeted more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota, disrupting technology used to remotely monitor and control equipment. More recently, Colorado officials disclosed that foreign actors breached two small water utilities and manipulated equipment used to control drinking water systems. Officials said drinking water remained safe in both cases, but the incidents highlighted growing concern over cyber threats to critical infrastructure that millions of Americans rely on every day. WATER CYBERATTACK HITS AT LEAST 7 STATES Unlike data breaches that primarily expose personal information or ransomware attacks intended to extract payment, successful cyber intrusions into water systems have the potential to interfere with services that underpin nearly every aspect of daily life — from hospitals and schools to manufacturing, emergency services and businesses — raising concerns among national security officials about the vulnerability of critical civilian infrastructure. Kramer added that workforce shortages have compounded the challenge, making it harder for many utilities to recruit and retain employees with the expertise needed to defend increasingly complex networks. The officials said many of the vulnerabilities EPA continues to identify are surprisingly basic. Since 2025, the agency has identified more than 900 cybersecurity vulnerabilities at water systems across the country. Kramer said the most common include "failure to change passwords, lack of multi-factor authentication" and critical system information that is "easily accessible" online. Hall said EPA and its law enforcement partners have also issued advisories about vulnerabilities involving programmable logic controllers, or PLCs, and other industrial control systems that operate pumps, valves and other critical equipment inside water facilities. "There are aging infrastructure that is embedded in these drinking water systems," Hall said. "It's often left open to the open internet and not protected by any specific firewalls or virtual private networks that would ensure that cyber attackers cannot easily manipulate those." Hall said the agency remains concerned about a range of adversaries, including state-affiliated actors, hacktivist networks and insider threats. CHINA-LINKED HACKERS INFILTRATED US GOVERNMENT NETWORKS BEFORE FBI TAKEDOWN "There are certainly state affiliated actors targeting water and wastewater systems," Hall said, adding that investigators are increasingly concerned about the sophistication and intent behind those attacks. Despite the growing threat, both officials said utilities are making progress by addressing many of the most common weaknesses. Kramer acknowledged it is difficult to measure national progress because EPA does not have authority to require every water system to report cyber incidents. Still, she said the agency has observed clear evidence that attackers are becoming more sophisticated as utilities work to improve their defenses. Hall said EPA inspectors review cybersecurity planning at larger drinking water systems, while the agency's Office of Water provides technical assistance, training and one-on-one support to help utilities identify and remediate vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. "We are seeing an increase in the number of systems that are addressing their basic vulnerabilities," Hall said. "But ... there are real concerns that cyber attackers are going up to the next level and that there are still a lot of vulnerabilities out there that we will have to be addressing." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0d6d875342cf4db8b6d4d From Democratic insider to party exile: Lindy Li isn’t ruling out another run for Congress te 2026-10-03T10:20:08.008Z From Democratic insider to party exile: Lindy Li isn’t ruling out another run for Congress Before raising millions of campaign dollars for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris or breaking ranks with the Democratic Party to publish a tell-all political memoir, Lindy Li was trying to build a political career from the candidate’s podium. "I just knew," Li said. "I knew that I was supposed to run for Congress. But I didn’t know I was supposed to do it at twenty-four years old." In the lead-up to the 2024 election, that ambition crashed headlong into lifelong convictions about loyalty and stretched them to a breaking point. Li’s status as a top Democratic fundraiser would soon crumble as she switched her party affiliation over unheeded warning signs about President Joe Biden's decline in the 2024 election. That break has left her uncertain about her future, but hasn’t stopped her from thinking about what could come next. EX-DEM INSIDER REVEALS SHE WILL EXPOSE DEMOCRATS WHO COVERED UP BIDEN'S COGNITIVE DECLINE IN NEW BOOK. "President Rubio calls me in two years, four years, then there's an open seat in Pennsylvania for whatever reason," Li said, ruminating about her future. "You know, I could solidify my hand on a hundred million dollars. I think few people could do a better job, and I'm sorry if that sounds conceited. And I'm not saying I want it; I'm just saying if it falls into my lap, then sure, but who knows?" Li’s family initially came to the United States from China, fleeing persecution from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), which Li said had killed her great-grandfather. After growing up briefly in Sheffield, England, Li joined her parents in New England at the age of five. She recounted how her family moved from Boston to New Haven to Pennsylvania as her father worked as a doctor. From her parents, Li said she inherited a sense of work ethic that enabled her to fuel her sense of political destiny. At Princeton, Li used that work ethic to become the only woman class president to hold the office for four consecutive years. "I used to go around with candy and just be like, ‘Can you please vote for me? This is what I intend to do. I want to expand late meals and offer sushi,’ whatever the platform was. I was tenacious; nobody could outwork me," Li said. EX-DEM INSIDER BLOWS LID OFF FUNDRAISING 'GIMMICKS' DURING 2024 ELECTION: 'PYRAMID SCHEME' The "plan," Li said, was to become a senator. But that wasn’t supposed to happen for another ten years when, in 2012, a school shooter attacked Sandy Hook Elementary School, killing 20 children. Li recalled how the attack accelerated her convictions to enter public life and prompted her to leave a budding career in finance. "I just felt it in my heart that I was supposed to help do whatever I could to save those kids," Li said. Despite conservative leanings, Li ran twice as a Democrat, never advancing past the primary stage. But her fundraising caught the attention of Democratic strategists. In 2016, she raised nearly $515,000 and in 2018 another $168,000. "I didn't intend to become a fundraiser," Li recalled. "It's a lot of salesmanship, and I hated it. I hate it. And I also know I'm very good at it. This is not me bragging; I just know." "They came to my home. I remember. The executive director showed up to my home to recruit me for this. It was like Scientology. He noticed— I mean, everybody noticed that as a kid I basically raised $700,000. I just caught the eye of party leadership." Alongside her aspirations, Li said she also cultivated a sense of loyalty, a quality she said has been a key part of her character since she can remember. "Like if somebody's kind to me, I will go to the ends of the earth for them. And it always surprises me and I shouldn't be surprised when someone doesn't reciprocate because that's just how I operate. You have to give me a reason to walk away from you. If you have my loyalty, there's very little I wouldn't do for you," Li said. That loyalty, combined with her fundraising prowess, led Li to climb swiftly, rubbing shoulders with some of the party’s top operatives. During the Biden and Harris campaigns, Li communicated with figures like Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., — many of whom she built personal relationships with. But that loyalty reached a tipping point in 2024 when, as a fundraiser, Li saw the party selling donors and voters on the idea that President Joe Biden could serve effectively as president for another four years despite mounting concerns about his cognitive abilities. In recent months, Li has published a book, Unbroken, documenting the party’s internal deliberations around Biden’s age and how, according to her, many of them knowingly understood the political liabilities that came with his age. EX-DEM INSIDER REVEALS WHY BIDEN'S DAUGHTER THREATENED TO SUE HER: 'BORDERED ON PARODY' That book and the warpath to writing it have severed virtually all of her relationships from when she was a Democrat. As she documented in her book, it even cost her a personal romantic relationship of eight years. To an extent, Li understood the price tag that came with her decision to go public with her insider knowledge. She suspects some of the people she left behind understand that price, too. "If Josh Shapiro ever walks into the room, I know we're gonna understand each other, I know. Like despite everything that's happened. I think he's going to understand. I understand why he needed to throw me, you know, to the wolves." "I never would have done that to him, though," she added. Li still holds fast to the idea of loyalty as a matter of personal conviction. But regardless of where her ambitions take her next, she believes she will have to temper them with honesty that makes few allowances for party narratives. "I think I would describe my worldview as realpolitik with Lindy characteristics," Li said. "I'm no longer going to half-heartedly support anybody. I learned my lesson about Biden and Harris. So I'm just waiting," Li said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0d6d775342cf4db8b6d44 Former Knoxville police chief says investigators are still haunted by Colleen Slemmer's murder 31 years later te 2026-10-03T10:20:07.366Z Former Knoxville police chief says investigators are still haunted by Colleen Slemmer's murder 31 years later More than three decades after the torture, mutilation and murder of Tennessee 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer, former Knoxville Police Chief Phil Keith says he's still haunted by the "satanic" crime scene. "I'll remember this case to the day I die," he told Fox News Digital Thursday. Keith had been the city's chief of police from 1988 until 2004 and spent decades in law enforcement. Led by then-18-year-old Christa Pike, three classmates from a vocational school for troubled youths, the Knoxville Job Corps Center, lured Slemmer to her death by claiming they want to go to a music store and pick up marijuana they'd stashed in a park. CHRISTA PIKE'S ATTORNEYS SAY SHE'S IN CRITICAL CONDITION AFTER BOTCHED LETHAL INJECTIONS "She represents pure evil," Keith said of Pike. They tortured Slemmer for nearly an hour, Keith said, beating, cutting and gagging her before crushing her skull against the ground with a chunk of broken asphalt. When she tried to escape, they held her down. When she begged for her life, they slashed her with blades. And when she cried, they gagged her with a hair tie. Pike, 18 at the time and now 50, kept a fragment of her skull as a trophy and showed it off to classmates before her arrest. Her boyfriend at the time, who was also convicted but did not face the death penalty because he was only 17, carved pentagrams into her chest and face. TENNESSEE DEATH ROW INMATE SURVIVES 2 LETHAL INJECTION DOSES IN FAILED EXECUTION ATTEMPT At trial, an expert said the attack had "satanic elements" and also involved "the phenomenon of collective aggression, in which a group of people become emotionally aroused and 'the end result is that they engage in some kind of violent, extremely violent activity,'" court records show. The University of Tennessee groundskeeper who found her remains testified at trial that he initially thought he'd come across an animal carcass before he saw the victim's clothes through the blood, according to court records. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X "[The images] are as vivid today as the day I saw them," Keith said. "All I have to do is shut my eyes, and I can see everything." Thirty-one years later, he said he wishes that the Knoxville Police Department had used modern post-trauma therapy counseling at the time. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS "We didn't have therapy services or counseling or anything at that time, and we, I wish we had, because these images will never be erased," Keith said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUB Pike was scheduled for execution on Wednesday. The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, issued a brief stay amid a last-minute appeal, but the Supreme Court lifted the stay and cleared the way for her to face lethal injection. SEND US A TIP After two doses, she remained alive. She spent Thursday in an undisclosed hospital in critical condition and receiving "lifesaving care," according to her attorneys, who then said on Friday that she was unconscious and on a ventilator. "Christa remains critically ill and is receiving medical care for the devastating effects of Wednesday night's events," attorneys Stephen Ferrell and Luke Ihnen said in a statement Friday. "As detailed in today's filing, Christa remains hospitalized following Wednesday night's failed execution attempt. "She is critically ill, unconscious, intubated and receiving breathing assistance through a ventilator," they added. "She is being treated for the serious effects of the pentobarbital administered during the execution attempt, including significant injuries to both arms." What she may face next remained unclear. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST WATCH: Christa Pike's attorney responds to botched execution's impact on victim Colleen Slemmer's family GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Randy Spivey, one of Pike's attorneys, responded during a news briefing Thursday by revealing that Slemmer's mother was on Pike's mind in the hours before her scheduled execution. "I cannot imagine what this was like for the family of Ms. Slemmer, or anyone who loves that family or is close to that family — or anyone who loves Christa or is close to Christa," he said. "This is awful, and this kind of thing should never happen again." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0cfd175342cf4db8b6bed Uber Settles Background Check Sexual Assault Case Less Than 48 Hours After Jury Selection te 2026-10-03T09:50:09.243Z Uber Settles Background Check Sexual Assault Case Less Than 48 Hours After Jury Selection Uber Stipulated the Assault Occurred; MDL Co-Leads Call on Company to Pursue Global Resolution for 5,000+ Survivors Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0cfd075342cf4db8b6be4 Civil Rights and Trial Attorney John Gomez Announces Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Developmentally Disabled Man Killed at Fallbrook Care Facility te 2026-10-03T09:50:08.500Z Civil Rights and Trial Attorney John Gomez Announces Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Developmentally Disabled Man Killed at Fallbrook Care Facility Gomez Trial Attorneys and the family of Ryan Radabaugh allege Stepping Stone Resources failed to protect the 53-year-old despite an earlier warning involving its parking lot Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0cfcb75342cf4db8b6bbd In Texas, Talarico Inspires a Recurring Blue-Tinted Dream te 2026-10-03T09:50:03.682Z In Texas, Talarico Inspires a Recurring Blue-Tinted Dream After a dry spell of more than three decades, Democrats are daring (yet again) to believe they can win one or more top-of-the-ballot races in a vast and stubbornly red state. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c8c775342cf4db8b6a82 DEPROGRAMMED: She entered the strip club chasing money and left five years later chasing God te 2026-10-03T09:20:07.430Z DEPROGRAMMED: She entered the strip club chasing money and left five years later chasing God Hannah Hirsh, a former stripper of five years who left the sex industry after an encounter with Jesus, is at peace now, even as she discusses the "dark" life she escaped to help save other women from a similar fate. "A lot of the things that I saw while I was in that life for five years was very dark. You see a lot of addiction. I even got involved into addiction myself. You see drugs. You see alcohol… you even see trafficking," Hirsh told Fox News Digital. "[To the] women just wanting to go to the club and thinking, ‘I can just go and make some quick money,’ you don't realize the door that you're opening, and you don't realize all of the darkness that comes with it… This all comes with that lifestyle and just feeling empty inside, feeling dead inside and just going against your morals just for money," she continued. 'DOUBLE LIVES' STAR SAYS BEING KICKED OUT OF CHURCH OVER ADULT CONTENT CAREER DIDN'T SHAKE HER FAITH "I fell into the temptation [of stripping] because of the allure of money… [That’s what] stripping glamorizes [and] society glamorizes this lifestyle and portrays it to be something it's not," Hirsh added. "If you've actually lived inside of it, you know that while you are doing this, you are not happy," she relayed. Hirsh’s career in the sex industry came to a halt when the clubs in her area shut down during the pandemic of 2020. The abrupt halt prompted her to sit in silence with God, a reality she describes as pulling her heart out of that line of work and closer to Him. DEPROGRAMMED: THREE ABORTIONS AND EIGHT DECADES LATER, THIS WOMAN SAYS FEMINISM 'FAILED' HER "Society makes it seem like this luxurious lifestyle is the goal, but what I have truly learned is the goal is Jesus. The goal is eternal life. That is the true goal. And true riches are found in God," Hirsh continued. "This fast-paced lifestyle [is] glamorized by society, but it is not glamorous at all. This is coming from someone who lived it," she added. Hirsh went on to share that "most of the women" in the stripping are "on drugs" and "drinking every single day to numb" themselves to their work. DEPROGRAMMED: THE 'RADICAL PERSPECTIVE CHANGE' THAT LED THIS TRANSGENDER ATHEIST TO JESUS "You're constantly being degraded on a daily basis. So, it's not empowering you at all — it's actually belittling you and making you feel less than. But because you are walking away with money, you think that it's empowering you, but just as fast as that money comes is just as fast it goes," she revealed. "What goes through my mind when I go into the strip club is that these women need God… I go in there and I tell them what they need to hear, what God is placing in my spirit to tell them because my job is to just plant the seed, but God is the one that's going to make the seed grow," she continued. Hirsh founded "Kept by Grace Ministry" shortly after reconnecting with her faith, and visits strip clubs regularly to pull women out of the sex industry. BLUE CITY GANG BANGERS SLAPPED WITH MULTIPLE CHARGES AFTER MASSIVE SEX TRAFFICKING CRACKDOWN "For the Christians that believe strippers are beyond saving, I would say that they don't have a true relationship with the Lord… Jesus sat and ate with prostitutes. Jesus was going to those that the Pharisees were calling too dirty… So for the Christians that believe that strippers are too far gone, I would say that you need to understand the heart of God because no stripper, nobody is too far gone for God. No matter what they have done, God can redeem anybody," Hirsh said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c8c675342cf4db8b6a79 Expert tears apart Talarico's viral claim his agenda is based on Jesus's teachings: 'Butchering the Bible' te 2026-10-03T09:20:06.837Z Expert tears apart Talarico's viral claim his agenda is based on Jesus's teachings: 'Butchering the Bible' Texas Senate nominee James Talarico once proclaimed the Bible gives him a moral reason to fight for his progressive policies, but one expert is now accusing Talarico of spreading a "perverted version" of Christianity to justify his agenda. Talarico, a Presbyterian seminarian, set off a wave of criticism this week after saying his support for universal healthcare and rejection of "this corrupt system" are rooted in "biblical grounds." He pointed to the actions of Jesus and the Hebrew prophets as the rationale. "When Jesus healed the sick, he didn't ask for a deductible. So when I fight for universal healthcare, I'm doing it on biblical grounds," he wrote in an X post viewed over 2 million times. "When he fed the hungry, he didn't price gouge for a profit. When the Hebrew prophets saw corruption, they spoke truth to power. When I take on this corrupt system, I'm doing it on biblical grounds." Just Facts president and co-founder Jim Agresti told Fox News Digital Talarico publicly opposes Christian nationalism while "imposing his own version, a perverted version, of Christian morals on the public." DETROIT PASTOR SAYS PROGRESSIVE CANDIDATES ARE TRYING TO 'VIRTUE-SIGNAL' TO CHRISTIAN VOTERS "Talarico bills himself as a Christian. He talks about how he's a seminarian," Just Facts President and co-founder Agresti told Fox News Digital. "He frequently quotes the words or misquotes the words of Jesus. And he tries to also, at the same time, say, 'I hate Christian nationalism,' while he's imposing his own version, a perverted version, of Christian morals on the public." Agresti, who also preaches monthly at his church in Texas and wrote a book about the veracity of the Bible, said the first time he heard Talarico's comments, he immediately believed Talarico was not only "butchering the Bible" but also misrepresenting the Constitution. "He's perverting the words of Jesus, and he's also flouting the U.S. Constitution," he said. Agresti said he found more than 50 Bible passages about giving to people in need, none of which described government handouts. "In every single instance, it's about self-sacrificing generosity," he said. TEXAS DEM NOMINEE JAMES TALARICO INVOKES FAITH TO DEFEND ABORTION RIGHTS, ‘THE BIBLE IS SILENT ON ABORTION' He said Talarico's interpretation conflicts with the parable of the Good Samaritan, a story that teaches individuals to voluntarily help those in need. "It was about an individual who saw someone in desperate need and sacrificed their own time and their own money to help that person," he said. "There was no role for government." For that reason, Agresti said Talarico's public support for taxpayer-funded universal health care is fundamentally at odds with the Bible. "He's not even offering to give away his own money," he said. "He's offering to take money from others and then give it to other people." But Agresti said his concerns go beyond the Bible. He argued both the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence are rooted in biblical principles, with the Declaration saying government exists to secure God-given rights and the Constitution limiting the government's role. "These are not things that the Democrats are typically pushing," he said, adding that government welfare programs have contributed to a large national debt, leaving less money for other priorities. UNEARTHED INTERVIEW EXPOSES WHAT TALARICO THOUGHT ABOUT 'TOUGH-ON-CRIME' TACTICS Agresti highlighted how both Talarico and the left overlook the government's biblical responsibility to "stop crime, stop murder, stop theft." "These are the things that people on the left are often very soft about," he said. Agresti argued history offers a similar example, comparing Talarico to Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. Agresti said Hamilton similarly "misled the public" by pushing for a larger role for the government after the Constitution was ratified. "He was clear upon that, but then flipped after the Constitution was enacted," he said. "In other words, he misled the public about what his true agenda was." But this is not the first time Talarico has faced controversy over his religious remarks. Talarico previously said "God is non-binary" on the Texas House floor in 2021 while objecting to a bill that would ban transgender athletes from women's sports, called Jesus was a "radical feminist," and described the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 was "unchristian." With the pivotal general election approaching, Talarico is set to face Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a high-stakes Senate race in November. Agresti cited Jesus' warning about "false prophets" when speaking about Talarico, saying "they're dressed like sheep, but inwardly they're ferocious wolves." "I don't know what's in his heart," he said. "He might be deluded. I just don't know. That's for God to determine." In a statement to Fox News Digital, Talarico campaign spokesperson JT Ennis said, "James is a Christian seminarian who’s dedicated his life to the teachings of Jesus Christ — fighting corruption when he sees it because there’s nothing Christ-like about powerful people using scripture to justify hate and greed and score political points. While billionaire-bought politicians like Ken Paxton attack James for his faith — he will continue encouraging Texans to come together by loving their neighbors as themselves." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66f75342cf4db8b69bd Larry Krasner, Philadelphia’s Combative D.A., Faces Judicial Blowback te 2026-10-03T09:10:07.974Z Larry Krasner, Philadelphia’s Combative D.A., Faces Judicial Blowback Two blistering court opinions have put Mr. Krasner, a prominent progressive district attorney, in what may be the most precarious position of his public career. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66f75342cf4db8b69b4 U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Now Involve an Oil Deal Tied to Trump Allies te 2026-10-03T09:10:07.396Z U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Now Involve an Oil Deal Tied to Trump Allies President Vladimir V. Putin brought up a sale of Russian energy assets with President Trump’s envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, pushing a deal that raises new questions about conflicts of interest. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66e75342cf4db8b69ab Senate Races in Republican States Tilt Toward Democrats, Polls Find te 2026-10-03T09:10:06.826Z Senate Races in Republican States Tilt Toward Democrats, Polls Find Democrats are performing strongly in five reliably Republican states where they are trying to flip Senate seats to win control of the chamber, new New York Times/Siena polls found. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66e75342cf4db8b69a2 ‘How Does That Happen?’: America’s Execution System Is Long Flawed te 2026-10-03T09:10:06.286Z ‘How Does That Happen?’: America’s Execution System Is Long Flawed The failed execution of Christa Pike, which left her clinging to life in Tennessee, was the latest grisly error to take place in an American execution chamber. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66d75342cf4db8b6999 Cornell Case Revives Anger About Handling of Campus Sexual Assault Cases te 2026-10-03T09:10:05.707Z Cornell Case Revives Anger About Handling of Campus Sexual Assault Cases A lawsuit alleging rape at Cornell has led to an outpouring of women sharing stories about sexual violence on college campuses. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66d75342cf4db8b6990 How Trump’s Deportation Policies Have Rocked a South Florida House Race te 2026-10-03T09:10:05.090Z How Trump’s Deportation Policies Have Rocked a South Florida House Race Representative María Elvira Salazar, a Republican, ran an ad criticizing the Trump administration. It may have jolted other Republicans — and drawn attention to her Democratic opponent. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66c75342cf4db8b6987 How a Failed Execution Left Christa Pike Hovering Between Life and Death te 2026-10-03T09:10:04.447Z How a Failed Execution Left Christa Pike Hovering Between Life and Death Her legal team had repeatedly warned that her execution could go wrong. On Wednesday, they were proven right. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c66b75342cf4db8b697e Trump, Putin, Ukraine and an Oil Deal: 5 Takeaways te 2026-10-03T09:10:03.778Z Trump, Putin, Ukraine and an Oil Deal: 5 Takeaways A proposal to bolster relations with the Kremlin through the purchase of Russian energy assets is striking even for an administration that regularly mixes personal business interests with foreign policy. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c41e75342cf4db8b6911 Arizona GOP Chair Calls On Mayes To Reject Jane Fonda Fundraiser te 2026-10-03T09:00:14.463Z Arizona GOP Chair Calls On Mayes To Reject Jane Fonda Fundraiser By Matthew Holloway | Arizona Republican Party Chairman Sergio Arellano is calling on Attorney General Kris Mayes to reject fundraising support from actress and activist Jane Fonda, pointing to her controversial visit to North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Fonda is scheduled to headline an Oct. 7 fundraiser for the Democratic incumbent. Arellano, a U.S. Army combat veteran, issued the demand in a statement from the Arizona Republican Party. He urged Arizona veterans to press Mayes to disassociate herself from Fonda and apologize for accepting her support. “As a U.S. Army combat veteran, I am calling on all of my fellow Arizona veterans to demand that Attorney General Kris Mayes rebuke Jane Fonda and refuse her fundraising support,” Arellano said. As a U.S. Army combat veteran, I am calling on all of my fellow Arizona veterans to demand that Attorney General Kris Mayes rebuke Jane Fonda and refuse her fundraising support. We have all seen images of Fonda in July 1972, when she mocked our nation and our warfighters as she… pic.twitter.com/OcgfDprK39 — Sergio Arellano (@SurgeShow) October 2, 2026 The party’s statement identifies an invitation it says Mayes shared on X advertising Fonda as a special guest. The invitation names Dawna and Dan Calderone as hosts and places the event in North Central Phoenix. A VIP reception is scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a general reception from 7 to 8 p.m. The advertised contribution levels are $250 for the general reception, $1,000 for VIP admission, $2,500 for co-hosts, and $5,500 for hosts. The invitation lists the highest level at $5,500, although the party’s accompanying release describes a $5,000 maximum. Mayes’ campaign website also lists the Jane Fonda Climate PAC among the organizations endorsing her. Other listed supporters include the Sierra Club, the League of Conservation Voters-aligned NRDC Action Fund, labor organizations, and abortion rights groups. Arellano’s criticism centers on Fonda’s July 1972 visit to North Vietnam, where she was photographed seated at an anti-aircraft gun emplacement and participated in Radio Hanoi broadcasts. “We have all seen images of Fonda in July 1972, when she mocked our nation and our warfighters as she posed for photographs seated on a North Vietnamese anti-aircraft gun,” Arellano said. “This was the same type of weapon used against American aircraft.” “As our American heroes suffered in Vietnamese prison camps, Fonda also recorded multiple broadcasts on Radio Hanoi that North Vietnam aired as propaganda aimed at our U.S. pilots,” he continued. Arellano argued that those actions harmed American servicemembers and said Fonda had not disavowed the trip or broadcasts. “Those actions gave aid and comfort to the enemy while Americans were still fighting and dying,” he said. Fonda has publicly apologized for the anti-aircraft gun photograph. In an account on her website in 2011, she described allowing the photograph as something she would regret for the rest of her life and acknowledged the pain it caused servicemembers and their families. The account also defended her antiwar activism and explained her reasons for traveling to North Vietnam. Her position on the broader trip and broadcasts was addressed in a CBS announcement of her 2005 interview with “60 Minutes.” CBS reported that she regarded the gun site appearance as a major lapse in judgment while continuing to defend visiting Hanoi and speaking on its radio service. According to CBS, Fonda appeared on Radio Hanoi at least 10 times, addressing American pilots and criticizing the bombing of North Vietnam. She maintained that she had sought to help end the war and denied asking pilots to disobey orders. Arellano’s statement calls for Mayes to refuse Fonda’s fundraising support but does not identify a specific contribution from the actress or an amount already raised through the upcoming event. “Mayes should publicly disassociate herself from Fonda and apologize to all veterans, especially Vietnam veterans, for her decision to accept that support,” Arellano said. “If you served, make your voice heard. We have not forgotten.” 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 Arizona GOP Chair Calls On Mayes To Reject Jane Fonda Fundraiser first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c41c75342cf4db8b6908 Democratic Party-Aligned Group Plans Election Crisis Training In Arizona Days Before Election Day te 2026-10-03T09:00:12.764Z Democratic Party-Aligned Group Plans Election Crisis Training In Arizona Days Before Election Day By Staff Reporter | A progressive advocacy group plans to host election crisis training in Arizona less than a week before Election Day.  Interfaith Alliance planned stops for Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Tucson in its “The Vote Is Sacred Tour,” a series of events across Arizona and 14 other states slated to begin the first week of October.  The Arizona Republican Party’s Latino group brought attention to the organization’s planned activities, alleging that “partisan operatives” were gathering “to rehearse election disruption.” EXPOSING THE ELECTION MANIPULATION GAMES! While hardworking Arizonans prepare to make their voices heard, partisan operatives are setting the stage in Phoenix to rehearse election disruption. The voters deserve transparency, order, and honest elections. ¡Basta de juegos sucios… — AZGOP Latino (@AZGOPLatino) September 29, 2026 The Phoenix event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27; the Tucson event is scheduled for Thursday, October 29; and the Flagstaff event is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3. The organization says the events are intended to provide voter education on ballot items, voter registration, and funds to local activists, in addition to providing a “trained, peaceful presence at the polls and crisis-ready communities.”  An election crisis scenario planning toolkit provided by the organization, in partnership with Protect Democracy, floated six sample scenarios occurring during early voting and on Election Day concerning ICE operations, President Donald Trump invoking the Insurrection Act or declaring premature victory in races, right-wing claims of foreign interference and unverified ballots, and federal takeover of election operations. One scenario proposes that in mid-October a posted video of a faith leader being violently arrested sparks nationwide protests, resulting in the Trump administration federalizing the National Guard and filing federal criminal charges against pro-migrant organization leaders partnering in election advocacy work. Interfaith Alliance reported that it selected the location for each of the trainings based on the “2026 Election Risk Heat Map” by the Voting Rights Lab. Arizona was ranked as 87 out of 100 for election risk, with Maricopa County ranked as 100 out of 100 for election risk and Pima County ranked as 90 out of 100 for election risk.  The risk index reportedly measures counties for “close contests, bad actors, and systemic weaknesses.”  The organization previously held a similar tour during the 2024 election across six states.   Interfaith Alliance scheduled a kick-off of this latest tour with a No Kings-affiliated event on Wednesday. Several key members of the organization have held prominent roles within Democratic presidential administrations and the party.  Maggie Siddiqi, the senior advisor for the organization, held a directorship within the Biden administration’s Education Department. Siddiqi advised former Education Secretary Miguel Cardona on religious freedom issues and led efforts to address antisemitism and Islamophobia.  Derrick Harkins, board member, was the Democratic National Committee’s director of interfaith outreach, a faith leader for former President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign, and faith leader for the Biden administration’s Department of Housing and Urban Development.   Jake Siewert, board member, was the White House press secretary under President Bill Clinton and counselor to the secretary of the treasury under Obama.  Interfaith Alliance began with seed funding from the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee in 1994.  Since then, its foundation has grown to pull in millions every year: around $1 to $3 million annually since 2011. Its schedule of contributors isn’t public, though some contributors have named the nonprofit in their tax filings, including the Eula Mae and John Baugh Foundation, which gave $1 million in 2024; Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc., which gave $300,000 in 2023; the Rockefeller Family Foundation, which gave $170,000 between 2022 and 2024; and the William B. Wiener Jr. Foundation, which gave $80,000 between 2018 and 2019.  AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Democratic Party-Aligned Group Plans Election Crisis Training In Arizona Days Before Election Day first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0c41a75342cf4db8b68ff Gov. Katie Hobbs Funnels $16.4 Million In COVID Relief Funds To Arizona’s Universities te 2026-10-03T09:00:10.947Z Gov. Katie Hobbs Funnels $16.4 Million In COVID Relief Funds To Arizona’s Universities By Staff Reporter | Gov. Katie Hobbs is looking to spend as much of the federal COVID-19 relief funds as possible before Election Day and the December spending deadline. On Tuesday, Hobbs announced the allocation of more than $16.4 million to Arizona’s three public universities.  Arizona State University will receive more than $8 million; Northern Arizona University will receive more than $2.6 million; and the University of Arizona will receive more than $5.7 million split between its main campus and its health sciences center.  The $16.4 million comes from the $4.2 billion in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds given to the state. The deadline to obligate ARPA funds passed on Dec. 31, 2024, and the deadline to spend those funds is coming up on Dec. 31, 2026.  Legal forms of obligation include formal commitments through contracts, interagency agreements such as a memorandum of understanding, purchase orders for goods or services, or subawards. Moving ARPA funds into a general fund without establishing an obligation doesn’t qualify, however. During Hobbs’ first year in office, she clawed back more than $210 million in ARPA funds issued by her predecessor, Gov. Doug Ducey. The Hobbs administration alleged the funds were illegally issued because the recipients weren’t subjected to a competitive bidding process. Sean Behrens, Hobbs’ senior counsel, said at the time that Hobbs was just following the law.  “We didn’t have a choice in the matter,” said Behrens. “In the Hobbs administration, we follow the law.” Hobbs’ spokesman Christian Slater refused to elaborate on the original obligations behind the $16.4 million in a statement to KNAU. Slater also denied that the millions had any bearing on Hobbs’ reelection campaign.  “I’ll decline to comment on the processes by which we determine ARPA funding,” said Slater. “As the governor has always said, she is committed to doing what’s right for Arizona and putting politics aside.” Hobbs said the funds were necessary to offset budget cuts from the fiscal year 2027 state budget, which she characterized as the product of “extremist” and “reckless” Republican lawmakers who she claimed were opposed to public education.  The $16.4 million matches the cuts the state budget made to each university.  “I will always fight to ensure state universities have the resources they need to deliver opportunities for Arizonans and ensure our employers have a high-skilled workforce,” said Hobbs. “ I’ll continue standing up to extremist legislators and their attacks on public education that kill jobs and make our state less competitive.” The governor sang a different tune about the state budget less than four months ago when she signed it into law.   The 2027 fiscal year budget had earned the support of Hobbs and a bipartisan collective in the legislature.  Hobbs announced her approval of the budget back in June with a press release praising it as “her Arizona First budget” with laudable public education investments. “I’m thrilled to sign the bipartisan Arizona First budget into law,” said Hobbs. “We’re stopping the data center tax credit for three years, investing in border security, education and water security, and delivering a $1.4 billion tax cut for middle class Arizonans. Starting on July 1, Arizonans will have no taxes on tips and overtime, a higher standard deduction, a deduction for seniors, and next year, an expanded child tax credit.” AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Gov. Katie Hobbs Funnels $16.4 Million In COVID Relief Funds To Arizona’s Universities first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac092df75342cf4db8b5e01 Golden State Valkyries erase 16-point deficit, stun Dallas Wings to reach WNBA semifinals te 2026-10-03T05:30:07.755Z Golden State Valkyries erase 16-point deficit, stun Dallas Wings to reach WNBA semifinals The Golden State Valkyries’ second season has brought historic success on and off the court. The WNBA expansion franchise received the league’s highest valuation from Forbes, just before the WNBA tipped off its milestone 30th season. In 2025, the Valkyries became the first expansion franchise in league history to reach the playoffs in its inaugural season. They also sold out every regular season home game and set a league attendance record, averaging more than 18,000 fans per contest. The Valkyries built on that successful debut Friday night, rallying past the Dallas Wings in Game 3 to secure the first playoff series victory in franchise history. Valkyries forward Gabby Williams scored 19 points as Golden State rallied from a 16-point deficit to beat Dallas 77-73 in a dramatic, winner-take-all Game 3. ATLANTA DREAM ADVANCE TO WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 2018 WITH GAME 2 WIN The game’s decisive moment came with 13.1 seconds remaining and Golden State holding a one-point lead. Williams leaped back inbounds to secure her own miss on a play initially ruled Dallas’ ball, but Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase successfully challenged the call. Nakase had fallen to her knees moments earlier and needed help getting up before being escorted off the court by a staff member after the final buzzer as her team celebrated at midcourt. Arike Ogunbowale knocked down an off-balance jumper with 3:13 to play that put Dallas up by five and finished with 30 points to follow up a 45-point performance in the Wings’ overtime win Wednesday night at home. Williams scored all but two of her points after halftime. Veronica Burton had 16 points, 10 rebounds and six assists. Burton’s layup with 8:19 to play pulled the Valkyries within 61-59, Williams hit two 3-pointers late in the third and they both willed Golden State into the best-of-five semifinals against the defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Tiffany Hayes scored 18 points off the bench, Kaila Charles hit a tying 3-pointer with 6:51 left and Kiah Stokes pulled down 13 rebounds. Paige Bueckers had 17 points with six assists but shot only 3 for 14 for Dallas, making all 10 of her free throws. Before the hard fought game, Nakase challenged the Valkyries to deliver a complete performance. "We made a promise to ourselves we are going to play the best four quarters of our lives." The Valkyries are scheduled to host the defending champion Las Vegas Aces on Sunday in Game 1 of the semifinals. The Atlanta Dream will host the New York Liberty in the other semifinal matchup. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0908475342cf4db8b5ce0 Confirmation of North Country liquidation plan delayed after feds object te 2026-10-03T05:20:04.682Z Confirmation of North Country liquidation plan delayed after feds object The bankruptcy court hearing on Oct. 5 will still take place, but will be used instead to address the objections and set a new date for the conclusion of voting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0801f75342cf4db8b58df Northwestern Wildcats christen new Ryan Field with impressive win over Penn State Nittany Lions te 2026-10-03T04:10:07.278Z Northwestern Wildcats christen new Ryan Field with impressive win over Penn State Nittany Lions After spending some time playing in a (very cool) makeshift stadium on the shores of Lake Michigan, the Northwestern Wildcats finally christened the new Ryan Field in an important Big Ten clash with Penn State. Both teams came in with one loss, and another would almost certainly tank any hopes of getting into the Big Ten Championship conversation. The Wildcats came in off of an impressive showing against Indiana, and it became evident that that was no fluke, thanks to a 34-13 win over the Nittany Lions. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE But before the game, Northwestern took a second to show off their new $875 million home — which opened its doors 100 years to the day after its predecessor debuted — and it was spectacular. The first points at the new Ryan Field went to — fittingly enough — the Wildcats when Jackson Kleather booted a 50-yarder between the uprights to cap off Northwestern's maiden drive in their new home. The Nittany Lions were forced to punt on their opening drive, and OC Chip Kelly's Wildcats offense went right back to work. Running back Joseph Himon II threw down a massive 47-yard run to put the Wildcats on the Penn State 4-yard line. Two plays later, quarterback Aidan Chiles used his legs to power into the end zone for six. SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER The Wildcats couldn't have asked for a better opening quarter with 144 yards of total offense, 109 of those coming on the ground. However, in the second quarter, Penn State forced a fumble on the Wildcats' second drive and recovered, giving them prime field position. That eventually led to an 8-yard rushing touchdown for running back Carson Hansen. Northwestern struck right back with a quick touchdown on the ensuing possession, which stood after a flag for a block in the back was picked up. Northwestern tacked on another touchdown to go up 24-7. On their final drive of the half, Penn State looked like they were going to at least put three points on the board; however, kicker Ryan Barker — who was staring down the barrel of Northwestern's new, European soccer-style "Wildcat Wall" — missed a crucial 45-yard field goal attempt. David Braun's Wildcats dominated in that first half with 278 yards of offense. That trend continued in the second half. The Nittany Lions continued to struggle to get anything going offensively, while on defense, they couldn't find a way to contain the Wildcats' running game. If you thought it couldn't get worse for Penn State, it did. On the first play of the fourth quarter, Nittany Lions quarterback Rocco Becht threw an interception at midfield, leaving a possible scoring opportunity on the table. While Penn State was able to put some points on the board, there was never a doubt that the Wildcats were in control. While the 34-13 final is enough to get the Wildcats some attention, the fact that they put up 506 yards of total offense, 413 of them on the ground, is going to make defensive coordinators a bit nervous moving forward. Penn State will head home to host USC next weekend, while Northwestern will spend another week at their new digs and will welcome Ball State. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0721075342cf4db8b55e7 Three college students face federal charges over alleged threats against Trump ahead of campus rally te 2026-10-03T03:10:08.984Z Three college students face federal charges over alleged threats against Trump ahead of campus rally Three University of South Alabama students were arrested Friday over alleged threats against President Donald Trump ahead of his evening rally on the Mobile campus, a source familiar with the matter told Fox News. The students were each charged with threatening the president over social media posts allegedly made in the days leading up to Trump's visit, according to the Lagniappe Daily. The federal cases were unsealed Friday afternoon, just hours before Trump was scheduled to take the stage at the university's Mitchell Center, the outlet reported. OHIO MAN CHARGED OVER GRAPHIC THREATS TO KILL TRUMP, BEHEAD GOP LAWMAKER Federal investigators discovered the posts while conducting social media intelligence searches ahead of the president's visit and used emergency disclosure requests and information from University of South Alabama police to identify the individuals, according to FBI affidavits cited by Lagniappe. One student allegedly wrote a threatening remark toward Trump under a TikTok post about the president's planned visit to the campus, according to an FBI affidavit cited by the outlet. Another student allegedly posted on X that people would "remember the University of South Alabama the same way they remember Utah Valley University," according to the outlet’s account of the FBI affidavit. Investigators noted that Utah Valley University was where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot last year. CHARLIE KIRK'S FAMILY ALLEGES UVU KNEW OF ROOFTOP SECURITY RISK BEFORE HIS ASSASSINATION: LEGAL FILING A third student allegedly replied to a TikTok post about Trump’s appearance. Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch said earlier in the week that his office was assisting federal authorities as they monitored social media activity related to the president's upcoming appearance. The University of South Alabama said ahead of the event that the rally was not university-sponsored and that the Mitchell Center had been rented by the Republican National Committee (RNC). "The University of South Alabama unequivocally condemns any form of threats directed at elected officials or any individual with whom we disagree," the university said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "We encourage open dialogue and active civic participation, and having a difference of opinion is a natural part of any vibrant community. "However, there is a clear line between exercising free expression and engaging in intimidation or unlawful conduct." PROSECUTOR DROPS CASE AGAINST WOMAN ACCUSED OF THREATENING TRUMP ON TIKTOK Trump took the stage for the midterm campaign rally Friday evening as scheduled, returning to Mobile roughly 11 years after his 2015 rally in the city during the opening months of his first presidential campaign. "It sort of all began here," Trump told the crowd Friday, recalling the 2015 event. He also recognized Burch and University of South Alabama President Jo Bonner from the stage. Fox News Digital reached out to the Department of Justice, FBI, Secret Service and the University of South Alabama for additional information. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac06b0275342cf4db8b549f In Alabama, Trump Relives His Glory Days (This Time With Some Empty Seats) te 2026-10-03T02:40:02.602Z In Alabama, Trump Relives His Glory Days (This Time With Some Empty Seats) The Deep South was the birthplace of the mega MAGA rally. How do people on the Gulf feel about President Trump now? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac068b175342cf4db8b5457 Rams lose Aaron Donald to back soreness for Eagles game, Sean McVay says he’s protecting star 'from himself' te 2026-10-03T02:30:09.216Z Rams lose Aaron Donald to back soreness for Eagles game, Sean McVay says he’s protecting star 'from himself' The Rams' revamped defensive front will be shorthanded Sunday when Los Angeles faces the Philadelphia Eagles without its two most notable offseason additions. Myles Garrett remains on injured reserve after sustaining an injury during Week 1 in Australia. Aaron Donald, who came out of retirement in late August to rejoin the Rams, will also be sidelined Sunday. Donald did not travel with the team for the season opener because, according to coach Sean McVay, he had not yet progressed far enough in his ramp-up process. Donald's latest setback is notable because he is now dealing with what the team described as back issues. According to McVay, Donald "felt some soreness" after last week's loss to the Denver Broncos. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE McVay said the Rams had a responsibility to protect Donald, regardless of his desire to play. "I think our job as coaches is [to] put our players in positions to have successful outcomes," McVay said. "He's as tough as it gets, just not feeling good enough. And I think it would be irresponsible on my part — and obviously talking with [team doctor] Reggie [Scott] — to ask him. He would do it and he could probably go be productive, but part of our job is to protect these tough dudes like him from themselves." "... He's working as hard as he can to get himself feeling as good as possible. And we're hopeful and optimistic that good days are ahead." SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY OUTKICK NEWSLETTER On the other side of the ball, the Rams will welcome back a key offensive weapon Sunday, with wide receiver Puka Nacua set to return after sitting out the past two games with a hip injury. McVay said Nacua "looked sharp" during practice this week, particularly through the session’s more physically demanding portions. Nacua finished Week 1 with five receptions for 74 yards. Los Angeles, a pre-season Super Bowl odds-on favorite, enters Week 4 at 1-2. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0665875342cf4db8b53df Airport X-ray exposes dangerous weapon illegally concealed in passenger's carry-on te 2026-10-03T02:20:08.401Z Airport X-ray exposes dangerous weapon illegally concealed in passenger's carry-on A routine security screening at upstate New York's Watertown International Airport (ART) took a startling turn when TSA officers discovered a spent smoke grenade hidden inside an aerosol container in a passenger's carry-on bag. The discovery was made by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers recently, according to a Sept. 24 release from the agency. During inspection, officers found the spent M18 smoke grenade. SHARP WEAPON DISCOVERED BY TSA TUCKED INSIDE UNUSUAL ITEM IN PASSENGER'S CARRY-ON BAG In a statement, TSA Officer Yessenia Alvarez, who was operating the X-ray machine at the time, said she "didn’t like how the item appeared," referring to the unusual-looking aerosol container.  "I called over Lead TSA Officer Melissa Graffam and told her I did not have a good feeling about it," said Alvarez. "I was very stunned when I saw the item on the screen." The officer added that she had "seen these types of items in training scenarios." AIRPORT X-RAY REVEALS SHOCKING ILLEGAL STASH CONCEALED BESIDE PASSENGER'S XBOX Graffam said the item "looked funny" when she saw it on the X-ray screen. "I saw from the image that the top of the can didn’t look right but appeared to be empty," she said. "It was located in the side pocket of the bag, so I opened it and saw it was an M18 smoke grenade." Graffam said the discovery was particularly unusual for the small airport, where officers typically encounter prohibited items such as knives and oversized liquids. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER When she asked the passenger why the smoke grenade was in his bag, he told her he had forgotten it was there, according to the TSA. "I found [that] strange because his bag only had a few items in it," Graffam said. Lead TSA Officer Debra Alcock, who was serving as acting supervisor, then notified the Syracuse TSA Coordination Center and a TSA explosives expert — who confirmed the grenade was not live. The smoke grenade ranked among the most memorable finds Alcock has seen during her time with the agency, the release said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "The teamwork in resolving this issue was excellent," said Alcock. "Everyone did their part to help control the checkpoint while we resolved the situation." Brian Bushnell, TSA's federal security director for upstate New York's airports, said the incident serves as a reminder for travelers to check their bags before leaving home. "Spent, inert or replica explosive items are not allowed through the checkpoint and can cause delays, disrupt operations and prompt a law enforcement response," said Bushnell. "When in doubt, travelers should leave the item at home or check TSA’s resources, such as TSA.gov, before packing." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Though many people believe that spent grenades are not hazardous, officials warn that they can still pose risks.  The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has issued public safety alerts regarding vintage grenades in particular. Recently, at Tampa International Airport, TSA officers discovered another alarming object. TSA Officer Andrew Carter was screening the passenger's carry-on bag with an X-ray machine when he noticed something unusual about the flashlight — and flagged the bag for a closer look. He ultimately found a 4-inch, double-edged knife concealed inside a baseball bat-shaped flashlight, according to an employee story published on the agency's website. "Do not try to test the system," Keith Jeffries, the Florida-based vice president of K2 Security Screening Group and a former federal security director for TSA at Los Angeles International Airport, told Fox News Digital about the knife incident.  "If you do, you will be caught." Kelly McGreal of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac061b175342cf4db8b52fb Fox News Campus Radicals Newsletter: Christianity rejected, socialist streamer speaks, violence glorified te 2026-10-03T02:00:17.083Z Fox News Campus Radicals Newsletter: Christianity rejected, socialist streamer speaks, violence glorified CAMPUS UPROAR: Harvard Medical School artist-in-residence calls to ‘Free Luigi’ Mangione during ‘fat liberation’ panel CLASS DISMISSED: California college lecturer removed after erupting at student question on Native Americans AUSTIN UPROAR: Hasan Piker speaks to UT Austin students after backlash from Texas lawmakers FAITH FIGHT: Marine turned homeschool mom sues Oregon district over denied reimbursement for Christian curriculum RELIGIOUS RIFT: Virginia State University accused of suppressing Christian student ministries while Muslim groups are exempt SCAM U: How a hidden scam plaguing college campuses has racked up a multimillion-dollar price tag TROUBLING TEXTS: College professor accused of sending explicit Snapchat messages in child solicitation case: sheriff's office Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac061af75342cf4db8b52e7 Neighborhoods celebrate the season te 2026-10-03T02:00:15.112Z Neighborhoods celebrate the season Neighborhood groups and churches across the North Central area are getting into the spirit of the season with family-friendly events throughout the month of October. In Sunnyslope, the Norton Vista Neighborhood Association will host three events in October, beginning with its free Movie in the Park event, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Head to Norton Park, 1224 E. Hatcher Road, for a screening of “Night at the Museum.” On Oct. 17, Sunnyslope Community Center will host the organization’s G.A.I.N. (Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods) event. Then, on Saturday, Oct. 31, the 6th Annual G.A.I.N. Trick-O-Treat Block Party will take place along 13th Street between Dunlap Avenue and Hatcher Road. The free event begins at 6 p.m. and will include music, food, treats and plenty of community spirit to go around. Stay in touch with Norton Vista online at www.facebook.com/nortonvista85020. Next up, Desert Christian Fellowship Church, located at 1445 W. Northern Ave., will host a community trunk-or-treat event on Friday, Oct. 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. The theme of the event is “Being a light in the darkness.” Area families are invited to join neighbors as they enjoy candy, food, crafts, a bounce house and games, and participate in a raffle drawing. To learn more, visit www.desertchristianfellowship.com. Finally, Cross Roads United Methodist Church, in partnership with Accelerated Pathways Career College, Madrid Beauty Academy and other local community organizations, invites families to a festive and family-friendly Halloween Trunk-or-Treat and Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 7901 N. Central Ave. This free event promises a fun early Halloween experience for children of all ages. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating from creatively decorated car trunks and are encouraged to dress up and join in the excitement. In addition to the Trunk-or-Treat fun, the event will feature community organizations offering free haircuts, glucose readings, blood pressure checks, nutrition/wellness resources and information on local services. Learn more at www.crossroadsphx.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac061ac75342cf4db8b52de Market welcomes fall season te 2026-10-03T02:00:12.490Z Market welcomes fall season As the calendar turns towards the fall, the Uptown Farmers Market will begin its Saturday Fall Season on Oct. 3. The whole market transitions back to the pavement layout, and returns to fall hours of 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition, after its annual summer closure, the mid-week Wednesday market reopens on Oct. 7; fall hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents can stop by for a little mid-week market fun and stock up on all their favorites. The Uptown Farmers Market is hosted at North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 N. Central Ave., and features dozens of vendors offering everything from fresh cut flowers, artisan gifts, locally grown and raised food items, ready-made meals and so much more. Visit www.uptownmarketaz.com for information. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac061a475342cf4db8b52c4 Tennessee Prison Chief Was Hired Despite a Trail of Troubled Executions te 2026-10-03T02:00:04.655Z Tennessee Prison Chief Was Hired Despite a Trail of Troubled Executions The failed execution of Christa Pike has prompted new scrutiny of Frank Strada, the state’s top prison official, and his past role overseeing executions in Arizona. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac055f375342cf4db8b5106 FBI's first cyber fugitive on Ten Most Wanted list returns to US after capture in Venezuela te 2026-10-03T01:10:11.324Z FBI's first cyber fugitive on Ten Most Wanted list returns to US after capture in Venezuela A Venezuelan alleged Tren de Aragua leader who became the FBI's first-ever cyber fugitive on its Ten Most Wanted list is back on U.S. soil after being captured overseas last month. Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, 50, also known as "Prometheus" and "The Engineer," appeared in a Nebraska courtroom Friday to face charges tied to a multimillion-dollar ATM "jackpotting" scheme. He pleaded not guilty to four federal conspiracy charges during his initial court appearance and will remain detained in Nebraska while awaiting trial, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). FBI Director Kash Patel touted Aguirre's return as the 10th Ten Most Wanted fugitive captured since the beginning of the Trump administration and the first cyber fugitive ever placed on the list. KASH PATEL DEFENDS FBI'S ‘MOST WANTED’ BUSTS AMID MANIPULATION ACCUSATIONS, HIGHLIGHTS 'SUMMER HEAT' SUCCESS "Now he’s back in the United States to face justice," Patel said. "This FBI is running on supercharged horsepower — and there is nowhere on this planet criminals can hide." Patel said the 10 captures are more than 2.5 times the total recorded during the previous four years. Aguirre was apprehended last month in Venezuela, and Patel subsequently told lawmakers that the FBI had captured one of the nation's top fugitives. The FBI previously told Fox News Digital that Aguirre led "a large international conspiracy to steal millions of dollars from financial institutions in support of the Tren de Aragua, through an ATM jackpotting scheme since at least 2024." FBI STRIKES BACK AT HACKING GROUP WITH OVERSEAS ARREST OF ALLEGED LEADER An ATM "jackpotting" attack is a type of cyberattack in which criminals exploit vulnerabilities in an ATM, including through the use of malware, to force the machine to dispense cash, according to DOJ. Prosecutors say Canelon Aguirre developed malicious software and was one of the leaders of the alleged ATM jackpotting conspiracy. DOJ says the broader ATM jackpotting conspiracy has been tied to Tren de Aragua, which the U.S. has designated as a foreign terrorist organization. Attorney General Todd Blanche said DOJ has charged nearly 350 alleged TdA members and associates since the designation. "The capture and arrest of Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre marks yet another success for the Homeland Security Task Force and Joint Task Force Vulcan," Blanche said. "We will continue to break up narcoterrorist finance networks, prosecute violent criminals, and keep American neighborhoods safe." Aguirre faces four conspiracy counts involving bank fraud, bank burglary and computer fraud, money laundering and providing material support to terrorists. The bank fraud conspiracy charge carries the highest maximum penalty at 30 years in prison, according to DOJ. Fox News Digital's Robert McGreevy contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0539a75342cf4db8b50ad Trump says he will attend Alabama vs Georgia college football game at Bryant-Denny Stadium te 2026-10-03T01:00:10.427Z Trump says he will attend Alabama vs Georgia college football game at Bryant-Denny Stadium President Donald Trump announced Friday that he plans to attend next week’s marquee college football matchup between No. 7 Alabama and No. 2 Georgia. Trump revealed his plans during a midterm campaign rally at the University of South Alabama in Mobile. The president is expected to be at Bryant-Denny Stadium when No. 7 Alabama hosts No. 2 Georgia on Oct. 10. Both teams are undefeated and considered national championship contenders. The game will kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET and air nationally on ABC. TRUMP TO ATTEND TEXAS VS TENNESSEE IN HIGH-STAKES COLLEGE FOOTBALL SHOWDOWN The SEC rivals met twice last season. Alabama earned a 24-21 regular-season victory in Athens before Georgia responded with a dominant 28-7 win in the SEC Championship Game. Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart improved to just 2-7 against the Crimson Tide with the conference title victory. Trump also attended the teams’ memorable 2024 meeting in Tuscaloosa, when Alabama built a 28-point lead and held on for a 41-34 victory. He watched that game from a suite alongside several prominent Republican figures. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Next week’s visit will mark Trump’s third trip to Bryant-Denny Stadium for a football game. He also attended Alabama’s 46-41 loss to LSU in 2019 and returned to the university to deliver its commencement address in May 2025. Trump has made frequent appearances at major sporting events throughout his second term. His Alabama visit will come only two weeks after he attended Texas’ 20-17 victory over Tennessee at Neyland Stadium, where Air Force One performed a low-altitude flyover before kickoff. Trump also attended the College Football Playoff National Championship in January, Game 3 of the NBA Finals in June and the FIFA World Cup final in July, where he participated in the trophy ceremony. In 2025, Trump became the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl. He also appeared at the Daytona 500, the U.S. Open men’s final, the Ryder Cup, the Army-Navy game and multiple UFC events. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0514175342cf4db8b5043 Former quarterback Reed Harris shines in first three games as wide receiver at Arizona State te 2026-10-03T00:50:09.608Z Former quarterback Reed Harris shines in first three games as wide receiver at Arizona State TEMPE – From playing quarterback in high school to becoming one of the top wide receivers in the Big 12, Arizona State’s Reed Harris has come a long way to make his mark with the Sun Devils. “He prepares as good as anyone I’ve ever coached at any position,” coach Kenny Dillingham said. “He’s ready for his moment. When it comes, it’s just another day.” Harris is tied for eighth in the country in receiving touchdowns, is second in the Big 12 in receiving yards (374) and has a chance to showcase his skills Saturday night when Baylor visit Mountain America Stadium. Although a senior, he has another year of eligibility due to the NCAA’s five-year rule that allows athletes up to five years of competition during a five-year eligibility window. Raised in Montana, Harris went to Great Falls High School and revealed talent early. “I thought we should have moved him up and started him at receiver as a freshman,” said Coda Tchida, Harris’ high school football coach. “He honestly would have been our best receiver as a freshman.” For most of his high school career, due to his versatility, Harris was the team’s Swiss Army knife. He played quarterback before moving to linebacker and wide receiver his senior year. “He was always willing to do whatever the team needed him to do,” Tchida said.  Harris even participated in other sports such as basketball and track and field, where he won the 200-meter Montana state championship, and was a runner-up in the 100 meters his senior year.  “Just seeing how hard he works and how much he wanted it, he wanted to be a great athlete, not just a football player,” Tchida said. In football, Harris was a finalist for Montana Gatorade Player of the Year and was named first-team all-conference and all-state on defense and offense his senior year. He was the top ranked prospect in Montana for the class of 2023 by most major recruiting networks, and the three-star athlete had 13 official Division I offers. Oregon State offered him at linebacker, UCLA showed interest in him at quarterback and only one school offered him at wide receiver. “We sat here in the office, and I was like, ‘Well, where’s your heart at, man?’” Tchida said. “And he’s like, ‘Coach, I want to be a wide receiver.’ Ten minutes later, he called his mom, he said, ‘Hey, I’m going to Boston College.’” Harris is believed to be the first player from the state of Montana to play in the ACC. As a redshirt freshman, he posted 486 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Then came 673 yards receiving and five touchdowns as a sophomore.  Boston College finished 2-10 that season, leading Harris to question his worth on the team. “He’s worked too hard not to be a No. 1,” Tchida said. 
“‘You are No. 1 at any program, and if they don’t treat you that way, you got to go.’”  On Dec. 29, 2025, Harris announced he would enter the transfer portal. “I said, ‘Hey, you got to do what’s best for Reed Harris for the first time,’” Tchida said. After talking every day while he was in the transfer portal, they both agreed Arizona State stood out.  “I was like, ‘Well, let’s figure out where they’re going to treat you the best,’ and Arizona State, when I was talking to him, seemed like a perfect fit,” Tchida said. On Jan. 7, 2026, Harris committed to Arizona State. “Just seeing what coach Dilly and (wide receivers coach Hines Ward) were doing with this program,” Harris said. “I would see things on Instagram and Twitter just talking about the kind of coaching that’s going on here and it’s definitely true.” Even before Harris came to Tempe, Ward knew the gifts Harris had were special. “I watched him,” Ward said. “I watched a lot of tape. I knew he could probably play at the next level.”  Harris is familiar with young coaches. Dillingham, 36, is the same age Tchida was during Harris’ senior year of high school. “You can feel their energy,” Harris said. “Coach Tchida and Dilly are both energetic guys and they’re emotional, too. So it’s good to know that your coach has feelings and that’s someone that everybody wants to play for.” Harris’ connection with his teammates and coaches is strong on the field, but it stems from the chemistry they have off the field. “Him and (quarterback Cutter Boley), they are always together all the time,” Ward said.  During a college football era when players come and go, bonding matters. Ward described it as a “family vibe.”  Throughout his time at ASU, Harris said his goal is to keep working and developing as a receiver to become the best he can possibly be.  “He’s going to continue to get better each and every day,” Ward said. “He really hasn’t tapped into how really good he can be. He just scratched the surface and had a little success just on the daily habits that he’s doing now.”  The 6-foot-5, 220-pound wide receiver from Great Falls, Montana is drawing eyes from NFL scouts, with some analysts suggestion he could be an early round pick in the 2027 NFL draft.  Considering his strong start at ASU, that suggestion seems achievable. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0514075342cf4db8b5032 Pinal supervisors escalate feud with county attorney Brad Miller, seek bar investigation te 2026-10-03T00:50:08.369Z Pinal supervisors escalate feud with county attorney Brad Miller, seek bar investigation Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller speaks outside the Arizona Senate on Jan. 12, 2026, about upcoming legislation to criminalize interference with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Protesters shouted him down, and Miller and GOP lawmakers had to retreat inside the Senate building to finish addressing the media. (Photo by Gloria Rebecca Gomez/Arizona Mirror) The Pinal County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to file a bar complaint against Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller, the latest development in a tumultuous year of legal disputes over everything from hiring practices to taking on federal immigration enforcement responsibilities.  During a special session on Friday, supervisors voted 5-0 to authorize its outside attorneys to file a complaint against Miller with the State Bar of Arizona. The State Bar evaluates complaints and can launch investigations if it finds reason to believe an attorney violated professional standards and rules. The Arizona Supreme Court oversees disciplinary action against lawyers if the State Bar believes an attorney’s transgressions deserve formal punishment.  No mention was made as to why the board decided to pursue a complaint, or what the content of that complaint might be. James Daniels, a spokesman for the board, said that he could not provide further information. Miller’s office didn’t respond to a request for comment. Complaints are confidential unless the State Bar pursues disciplinary action. GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE The decision to file the complaint against Miller came after the board met with its attorneys on Sept. 30 during a closed-door executive session. The agenda for Sept. 30 noted that supervisors would seek legal advice about Miller’s “ethical obligations to the Board of Supervisors, his scope of representation, and Arizona Bar requirements in light of various activities, statements and actions made by the County Attorney to or about the Pinal County Board of Supervisors collectively or individually.” On Friday, Chairman Jeffrey McClure emphasized that the State Bar’s disciplinary process is confidential and that, while charges against Miller may become public record at some point, their content shouldn’t be spoken about until then.  “This confidentiality during the investigative process is designed to protect the attorney who is the subject of a bar charge, and therefore we should allow that process to play out, per the Arizona Supreme Court rules,” McClure said.  Vice Chairman Jeff Serdy, who was calling into the meeting remotely, reiterated the confidential nature of the bar complaint process, saying that it prevents supervisors from talking about it. Serdy also deflected responsibility for the possibility that Miller could face professional sanctions, noting that it’s up to the Supreme Court whether Miller is punished. “People are asking: ‘Why are we doing this? Can we comment on it?’” he said. “Hopefully, the statement that you just made gets picked up by the press or whoever, showing that it is up to the Supreme Court to decide and we are not really doing anything. If there’s (inappropriate) things happening, just be patient and it’ll sort itself out.” The relationship between Pinal County supervisors and Miller has been fractious since he took office in January 2025, making it unclear which of multiple spats is the source of the complaint.  In February, the board referred Miller to Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes over allegations of misspending public funds and destroying public records after the Republican hired two employees without the board’s authorization and didn’t pay them for several weeks. And in April, supervisors declared that a conflict of interest exists between Miller and the board because the way Miller carries out his office’s law enforcement duties conflicts with his “ethical obligations” to the board.  The highest profile tiff between Miller and the board was a disagreement over whether the county attorney’s office has the right to enter into an 287(g) agreement with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to look for people who are eligible for deportation. Miller signed his office’s 10 investigators — who are charged with interviewing victims and witnesses to build legal cases for attorneys to prosecute — up for the agreement in August 2025, without notifying the board or requesting their permission.  County supervisors responded by ordering Miller to terminate the agreement, saying that under Arizona law only the board has the authority to enter into partnerships with the federal government. The county sheriff’s office has its own 287(g) agreement with DHS, which has been in place since 2008 and was renewed by the board at the same meeting in which the supervisors censured Miller.  Miller doubled down on preserving his agreement with federal immigration authorities and the issue ultimately led to a court battle. In May, a Maricopa County Superior Court judge ruled that Miller acted unlawfully. YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0513a75342cf4db8b500a Meta wants you to build your own Muse gadget te 2026-10-03T00:50:02.161Z Meta wants you to build your own Muse gadget Meta wants Muse in your TV and your toaster, so it's giving the code away for free. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac04ee875342cf4db8b4fda Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko changes jersey to honor late father killed in bear attack te 2026-10-03T00:40:08.743Z Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko changes jersey to honor late father killed in bear attack Pittsburgh Penguins player Andrei Kuzmenko returned to the team on Friday after taking some time in the wake of his father's tragic death in a bear attack last month in Siberia. Now, the 30-year-old, who is in his first season with the Penguins, has decided to honor his father, Alexander, by switching his jersey number. Kuzmenko addressed the media at the team's practice facility ahead of Saturday's game against the Montreal Canadiens. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE An impressively composed Kuzmenko, given the circumstances, told the media that he wanted to speak to them because he understood that reporters have a job to do. From there, he explained the circumstances of his father's death, which occurred on a fishing trip. "My father go permit fishing with friends, and he stayed in the water," he said. "And bear (stand) behind him and attack. And my father fight (the) bear one hour, 10 minutes and he still lived after two days." He also thanked everyone for the support he received in the wake of the tragedy. As for his sweater number, Kuzmenko had worn No. 96 in all of his previous NHL stops with the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Philadelphia Flyers and Los Angeles Kings. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Upon signing with the Penguins, Kuzmenko was preparing to use No. 10. Now, he will wear No. 62, which, according to the Associated Press, carries a lot of personal significance. His late father was 62 years old at the time of his death, while his mother was born in 1962. Kuzmenko spent time in the KHL before arriving in the NHL ahead of the 2022-23 season, and has gone on to play in 271 games. In that time, he has racked up 182 points (85G, 97A). Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac04ee775342cf4db8b4fca Election experts weigh In on Prop. 144 te 2026-10-03T00:40:07.832Z Election experts weigh In on Prop. 144 PHOENIX – Weeks before voters go to the polls in Arizona, ASU’s Mechanics of Democracy Lab hosted a discussion on ramifications of Proposition 144, Arizona’s election reform ballot measure. The panel included Bill Gates, executive director of the ASU Mechanics of Democracy Lab, former Chair of the Arizona Republican Party  Gina Swoboda, and Thomas Collins, executive director of the Arizona Clean Elections Commission. It was held Tuesday, Sept. 22 at ASU’s downtown campus. Officially known as the “Fast Election Results Act,” Proposition 144 was approved by the Arizona Legislature as an amendment to the state constitution and, after a legal battle, will be on the ballot for Arizona voters in November. Proposition 144 states that only U.S. citizens can register to vote, mandates government-issued identification for all voting including mail-in ballots, bans campaign contributions from foreign nationals and gives voters the option of having their ballots tabulated at their voting location on Election Day.  During the discussion, Gates said he believes the proposition is deliberately vague. If approved, the initiative would amend the state constitution, and change the way future laws can be written, he said.  “But what it doesn’t do is get into the details…like on this issue of providing ID when you vote by mail. How the heck are we gonna do that? We don’t know, it doesn’t say,” Gates said.  ASU Mechanics of Democracy Laboratory Executive Director Bill Gates introduces the 2026 Fall Elections Convening at Cronkite School’s First Amendment Forum on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. (Photo by Lavanya Paliwal/Cronkite News) Gates, a Republican, is a former chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. He has a reputation for defending the integrity of local election results.  Swoboda said that the significance of other proposals in the proposition is to pair less approved proposals like the mail-in voting with the ban on foreign spending, which she said has had a much higher approval. “It would be great if you put something on the ballot that specified exactly what you’re asking the voters to do. Can we agree that’s a good baseline?” Swoboda said.  Swoboda noted the difficulty of providing an approved ID with a mail-in ballot and also raised privacy concerns. State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, a Republican whose district includes north Scottsdale, Fountain Hills and New River, authored the measure. He said in a house session that the language was intended as a constitutional amendment so that states would have the ability to be flexible and create ways to provide mail-in ballots based on unique needs in the future. Kolodin is running for Arizona Secretary of State in the November election. Collins said that it is possible for sections to be overlooked which could be problematic if not addressed.  “If I didn’t know as much about the folks who put this together as I do, I might overlook that. But once you accept the framing of the folks who put this together, you can understand that there’s going to be some real tension between the language here and the existing law-making process in Arizona,” he said.  Gates said the measure includes the right for every voter to have their ballots tabulated at local voting sites, however not every voting site has the equipment, which he said raises questions of funding, storage and accessibility.  Collins said he suspects a suit and courts to get involved.  No on Prop 144, a campaign run by Protect the Vote Arizona in opposition to the measure, describes the measure as a “Trojan Horse packaged as ‘election integrity,’” according to its website.  The site quotes Tempe city councilman Randy Keating as saying, “Voters will see through this disingenuous and cynical attempt to trick Arizonans into surrendering their rights.” The campaign site suggests that the proposition is written to intentionally deceive voters into voting for the measure and “curb mail-in voting.” Additionally, the campaign says the proposition lacked a proposed system for voters to mail in their ballots with a government-approved ID. Gates encouraged voters to learn more about all the propositions on the November ballot. “Now it’s up to them. They have the power. So I guess this is the beauty of our system. They can get educated about this and if they think it makes sense and they’re willing to trust in the legislature and the governor, then they vote for it. But if they have too many questions, then they’re going to vote no,” he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac04c8c75342cf4db8b4f39 Sanders introduces bill to ban the federal government from using Flock te 2026-10-03T00:30:04.807Z Sanders introduces bill to ban the federal government from using Flock The proposed legislation would extend to all automotica license plate readers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac047e075342cf4db8b4ec1 Blue state councilman mocked after claiming self-driving cars are 'murdering' pets: 'Hide your cats' te 2026-10-03T00:10:08.424Z Blue state councilman mocked after claiming self-driving cars are 'murdering' pets: 'Hide your cats' One Minneapolis city council member prompted widespread mockery on social media after going to bat for "cat lovers," claiming Waymo cars are killing cats and urging officials to require humans in the self-driving vehicles. "I will say cats have been killed and cats have been killed by these autonomous vehicles," Jason Chavez said to his fellow council members. "I have a cat, I don't want my cat getting killed because of these autonomous vehicles so to those cat lovers out there, just know that these Waymo vehicles, these autonomous vehicles have killed cats and that's unfair. I just watched a video sitting here from the dais and it was really hard to watch. Literally cats being murdered by these vehicles." The ordinance, which narrowly passed on Thursday, would mandate a human operator and a special license for all autonomous vehicles. But its future remains uncertain. Mayor Jacob Frey announced he plans to veto the proposal in a statement to multiple Minnesota outlets, saying it "doesn't make sense" and the city will continue its efforts to embrace "innovative technology," including transportation options. Despite acknowledging the safety concerns, Frey added he would not support a "backdoor ban" of the vehicles. WAYMO DRIVERLESS CARS OVERRUN ATLANTA NEIGHBORHOOD, CIRCLING CUL-DE-SACS AND ALARMING FAMILIES WITH KIDS As Waymo vehicles with rooftop sensors and empty seats become a more common sight, supporters argue requiring a human operator would effectively ban autonomous taxi services and result in higher fares, while opponents insist the technology poses safety risks and takes away jobs. Social media users were quick to pile on Chavez's remarks about the potential threat to cats, accusing him of blowing the issue out of proportion and shifting focus from more pressing priorities in Minneapolis. "The Minneapolis City Council wants to require a human in driverless vehicles because cats are being 'murdered' by them," Townhall columnist Dustin Grage posted on X. "This guy's salary is $110,000/year, by the way." Grage took more swipes at Chavez in separate X posts, writing, "They're calling it the cat genocide" and, "Hide your cats. The Waymos are coming." In another post on X, conservative commentator Gunther Eagleman wrote, "LOL! MINNEAPOLIS HAS FOUND ITS REAL CRISIS, AND IT'S ROBOT CARS 'MURDERING' CATS." JACOB FREY CRITICIZED FOR REMEMBERING GEORGE FLOYD ON MEMORIAL DAY, SIX YEARS AFTER DEATH SPARKED RIOTS Eagleman also argued the city should be addressing larger issues such as crime and fraud, describing the situation as a sign of failed leadership. "A council member in a city that let rioters burn down a police precinct and watched a $250 million fraud scheme happen under its nose now wants a human in every driverless car to protect the cats," he wrote. "He's pulling down $110,000 a year of taxpayer money to say this with a straight face. Minneapolis doesn't have a driverless car problem. It has a leadership problem." "They're driving over the cats, they're driving over the dogs!" Fox News Digital columnist David Marcus posted on X. "Why is a city council member making 110,000 when families and seniors are getting priced out of their homes in Minneapolis and taxes are sky rocking????? That's absurd - where is the equality in that???" Three Rivers Park Commissioner Jennifer DeJournett posted on X. TERRIFIED PASSENGERS FILM WAYMO AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE DRIVING INTO LIVE FIREWORKS IN SAN FRANCISCO "Fwiw I've been in a self-driving Tesla that stopped for cats to cross the road and Waymo is a lot more advanced," journalist Zaid Jilani posted on X. "My FSD Tesla avoids animals on the road. He is full of it," Dealer Teamwork CEO and co-founder Sean Stapleton posted on X. Fox News Digital reached out to Chavez for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0458c75342cf4db8b4e6a Mamdani says it was 'strange' getting called out by Netanyahu after calling for his arrest te 2026-10-03T00:00:12.114Z Mamdani says it was 'strange' getting called out by Netanyahu after calling for his arrest New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani told podcaster Theo Von on Thursday that he found it "strange" to be called out by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his address to the United Nations General Assembly in late September. "And he called you out too," Von recalled. "Was that weird? Was that scary?" "It was strange," Mamdani said. "I mean, I was — I was having a meeting with the prime minister of the Netherlands at the LGBTQ center in downtown Manhattan," Mamdani recalled. "Then I get back from that meeting, and it's like, ‘Oh, by the way, here's what he was saying at the UN.’" Netanyahu had criticized Mamdani directly during the speech, accusing him of spreading "lies" about Israel and trying to prevent him from speaking in the city. WATCH: MASS WALKOUT BEFORE NETANYAHU SPEECH PROMPTS FIERY RESPONSE FROM ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER "So to all those spreading these lies about my country and about our brave soldiers, whether they sit in this hall or in the office of the antisemitic mayor of New York, I say this: Shame on you," Netanyahu said. "Shame on you for distorting the facts. Shame on you for inverting victim and aggressor. Shame on you for spitting in the face of truth, Mr. Mamdani."  Mamdani initially promised to have Netanyahu arrested during his mayoral campaign, and later called on the federal government to execute the arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) if the Israeli leader visits New York. The ICC issued the warrant in November 2024 over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Netanyahu and the Israeli government have rejected the allegations and challenged the court's actions. Von asked the mayor, "But if you had your say, we would have arrested the guy, you think?" "If I had my say, the U.S. government would have joined the ICC, honored every single warrant that they've issued," Mamdani said. MAMDANI DODGES ON ‘POLITICAL THEATER’ OF EMPTY NETANYAHU ARREST THREAT, CALLS FOR US ACTION AND NYC PROTESTS "It's so bizarre," Von said, referring to Netanyahu mentioning Mamdani by name. "Did it feel personal then?" "All of this is an attempt to distract from responsibility, name as many people as possible, try and make it into a back and forth," Mamdani said. "It's not about me and him, it's about the fact that he's the architect of a genocide," he added. "And it's like, yeah, if I was the architect of a genocide, I would probably talk about anything but that." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Fox News' Emma Bussey and Michael Sinkewicz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6ac0458a75342cf4db8b4e58 Tennessee fans drank $1.3 million worth of alcohol before, during Texas game attended by president te 2026-10-03T00:00:10.982Z Tennessee fans drank $1.3 million worth of alcohol before, during Texas game attended by president It seems Tennessee’s athletic department has a very good reason to continue its "Happy Hour" promotion for the remainder of the 2026 football season. Last weekend, as the Vols were preparing to host No. 1 Texas, it was announced that President Donald Trump would be making the trip to Knoxville for the top-15 SEC showdown inside Neyland Stadium. In the days leading up to the game, the school knew that there would be a massive influx in traffic around the stadium due to heightened security measures that are put into place when the President is attending an event. COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF EXPANSION IS NOTHING MORE THAN A DESPERATE FINANCIAL BAILOUT DISGUISED AS PROGRESS So, the school announced it would open the gates to its gigantic stadium an hour earlier than usual, allowing fans to enter at 9 a.m. ET and avoid security lines that have caused some fans to miss kickoff at previous events attended by the president. Given that this was a 12 p.m. ET start time in Knoxville, that meant parking garages and stadium traffic were going to start picking up around breakfast time. For me, I decided to show up at the stadium around 8 a.m. ET knowing what my previous experiences were like in Miami for the CFP title game and Tuscaloosa for Donald Trump's visit in 2024. In hopes of enticing fans to arrive earlier than their normal time, Tennessee announced that they would be slashing concessions and alcohol prices by 50% for the first hour, which ran from 9-10 a.m. ET to give fans a reason to sit inside Neyland Stadium for upwards of three hours before kickoff. Turns out, the move paid off in multiple ways. Not only was this the largest crowd I've ever seen 120 minutes before the first play, it sounds as though there were plenty of fans that took advantage of the discounted beer. According to a University of Tennessee spokesperson, the school ended up selling 95,000 units of alcohol over the course of the game, which generated $1.3 million in sales for the school. Also, the first beer purchase came at 9:02 a.m. ET, which means one fan decided to bolt straight from the metal detectors to the beverage line in a very impressive time. Also, in breaking down the numbers, that is 13,571 alcoholic beverages per hour sold inside Neyland Stadium, given the game ended around 4 p.m. ET CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Seeing that this was a massive success, and even though it's unlikely the school will see those type of early attendance numbers moving forward given the tailgating scene, Tennessee athletic director Danny White announced on social media this week that the school would continue this promotion for the remainder of this season. "Should we make it a thing? Feels like we should make it a thing," White announced on X. "Inspired by Vol Nation’s incredible response to unusual pregame circumstances last week, Happy Hour at Neyland Stadium will be in effect for the remainder of the season! Gates will open three hours early, with half-priced concessions available for the first hour. "I hope this is a small way we can show our appreciation to the best fans in the country. See y’all Saturday!" Tennessee will host Auburn on Saturday afternoon, with gates once again opening three hours before kickoff, for the 3:30 p.m. ET start time on ESPN. Now, let's get other schools who have not already embraced this type of monetary/alcohol promotion to join the party. Nothing screams college football like 9:00 a.m. half-priced beers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home