MSNBC host Nicolle Wallace continues to face backlash two days after wishing 13-year-old DJ Daniel a “long life” as a police officer while adding that she hoped he would never have to confront a January 6-style insurrection.

The controversy has reignited scrutiny of her ratings, which have remained at rock bottom since President Donald Trump’s victory last November, a report said on Friday.

Wallace, who hosts Deadline on weekdays from 4 to 6 p.m. EST, was sharply criticized by Trump and his allies for what they saw as a backhanded compliment that also served as a veiled jab at the president. Daniel, a guest at Trump’s congressional address on Tuesday, has been battling brain cancer for seven years and was honored by Trump as an honorary U.S. Secret Service agent during his speech.

“I hope he has a long life as a law enforcement officer. But I hope he never has to defend the U.S. Capitol against Donald Trump’s supporters. And if he does, I hope he isn’t one of the six who loses his life to suicide. And I hope he isn’t one who has to testify against the ones who carried out acts of seditious conspiracy and lived to see Donald Trump pardon those people,” Wallace told network colleague Rachel Maddow on Tuesday night following the president’s remarks.

That may be the most attention she’s gotten in months.

Wallace’s show, Deadline: White House, averaged 1.6 million viewers from early 2024 through Election Day but experienced a sharp 35% decline following President Trump’s victory. Throughout November and December, the program drew roughly one million viewers per day as much of its liberal audience disengaged—a broader trend that has impacted MSNBC’s entire lineup.

Key segments of the Deadline: White House audience may never return, Fox News reports. Among viewers aged 25-54, Wallace’s daily audience has dropped to 93,000, down from 144,000 before Election Day—a decline that signals to advertisers that she is no longer a prime draw for consumers.

Embarrassingly, Wallace trails non-news programs in the key demo, including “Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives” on the Food Network and BET’s “Tyler Perry’s Sistas.”

Wallace made additional comments about young DJ as well following Trump’s Tuesday evening speech.

“I think this was a lesson in finding one thing that you let yourself feel,” Wallace said, also responding to DJ’s viral moment during Trump’s speech. “And I let myself feel joy about DJ, and I hope he’s alive for another, you know, 95 years and I hope he lives the life he wants to live. He wants to be a cop. He knows what he wants to do, and maybe when you have childhood cancer, that crystallizes for you,” she said before bizarrely adding in the January 6 reference.

Maddow also disparaged Trump while appearing to provide cover for all Democrats in attendance who refused to stand up for the young cancer survivor and clap, much less recognize him in any way.

“For the record, and this is disgusting, the president made a spectacle out of praising a young man who thus far survived pediatric cancer, as if the president had something to do with that,” she said.

“This was in the midst of him praising [the Department of Government Efficiency],” she added. “The DOGE cuts, among other things, have cut off funding for ongoing research into pediatric cancer.”

For the record, Trump never took credit for Daniels’ recovery. Rather, he simply recognized the teen’s horrendous survival journey and credited his enduring positivity and ambition to become a law enforcement officer when he becomes an adult.

In a dramatic display of law enforcement resolve, FBI Director Kash Patel has announced his first major arrest since assuming leadership of the bureau—an operation that has already set off a firestorm of reactions from various political factions.

Patel’s announcement, made via social media on

Monday night, detailed a significant crackdown on gang-related criminal activity along the nation’s borders, marking an aggressive step in the FBI’s ongoing commitment to national security and border enforcement.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a fan of the style or not, no one can deny that rock n’ roll legend Elvis Presley was one of the most gifted artists to ever grace the earth.

It’s a statement very few will argue with.

The King died far too early, but he still gave the world a good many years of magic on the stage.

There are plenty of video clips from Elvis’ time at the top, but there’s one in particular that I think people will benefit from watching. It’s the very last recording of an Elvis performance and, frankly, it gives me shivers.

Of course, he’s a far cry from the man he once was, physically speaking, but the show is its own little slice of history.

It’s a relatively unknown clip considering its matter. Elvis is singing one of his classics – a song that is a firm favorite with many of his fans. In fact, he sings with such passion that some have argued his final show might have been one of his best! What do you think?

Elvis Presley was a natural born entertainer until his very last breath. He was known for giving everything to his audiences, and he blessed us with many magical moments during his life.

Sure, he might not be the man he once was in this clip, but don’t let that take too much away from his performance. His voice is certainly on point!

Some even argue that it’s one of the icon’s greatest shows ever. I’m not sure I agree with that notion, but I can certainly understand where they’re coming from.

The song Elvis is playing is “Unchained Melody”, before an audience in Rapid City, South Dakota. The first time I watched it my skin broke out in goosebumps!

Sadly, Elvis died just six weeks after this recording. He was just 42-years-old, but his music and legend will live forever.

Rest in Peace, Elvis! You can see his last performance below:

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Since the start of the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has become a widely discussed figure. His recent trip to Washington, D.C., which was dubbed a debacle by the media, placed him under the spotlight yet again. However, even though things have grown complicated of late for the Ukrainian leader, he has the support of his wife Olena Zelenska every step of the way.

Volodymyr and Olena have been together for many years, tying the knot on September 6, 2003. The couple have two children, Aleksandra and Kiril.

Olena Zelenska hasn’t been in the public eye as much as her husband, but she’s loved by her people.

The two first met while at university, where she was studying law. They didn’t start dating immediately as she was involved with someone else at the time, but over time, they understood they shared many interests together.

Zelenskyy, who became a comedian and rose to fame with the TV show Servant of the People, in which he played a high school teacher who became the president of the country, had Olena as a writer of the series. At the time, neither of them ever thought the series would later become a reality.

In fact, the show, which ran from 2015 to 2019, ended because Zelenskyy became the actual president of the country.

Mere months after becoming a First Lady, Olena addressed several issues, among which children’s health and reforms in school nutrition.

When the military conflict started in 2022, Olena and her children stayed in Ukraine.

“I will not have panic and tears,” Olena Zelenska wrote on Instagram at the time. “I will be calm and confident. My children are looking at me. I will be next to them. And next to my husband. And with you.”

However, as expected, the war affected their relationship. Olena and her husband were forbidden from seeing each other due to safety issues.

“But at least I can physically feel him next to me,” Zelenska said. “This isn’t normal. It’s not a normal relationship when children cannot see their father and have to talk to him on the phone. So our relationship is on pause just as it is for all Ukrainians.”

“We need to accumulate our strength, we need to save our energy,” she added.

Despite the was and their inability to be by each other’s side as much as they’d want to, the Ukrainian first lady shared with the Daily Mail that their relationship is as strong as ever.

“We’re never tired of each other, we never bore each other. And it makes the family stronger, too. It’s not a normal life for any person to live in a country at war. It’s a constant psychological burden and pressure. I hope when this pressure is relieved, with our victory, we will be able to stay sane and we’ll be fine. However, now I think that we are as close as ever emotionally,” Olena said.

She added: “And we understand each other very well. In fact, it is very important that you can respect your nearest and dearest. I am sure love is not enough. And I am happy that I can respect my husband because it would have been very hard to stay with him, even given huge love, if I hadn’t believed in his honesty.”

Olena Zelenska urged the world not to forget who started the war, asking their country to receive the much-needed support.

“Instead of stopping the aggressor and ensuring that he can never harm anyone again, discussions begin about some so-called mutually beneficial dialogue with him. This is a distortion of reality, a blurring of morality. And it is an extremely dangerous situation for everyone,” she said on the Italian political and news talk show Quarta Repubblica.

“We are not fighting for kilometers. We are fighting for our people in the occupied territories. These kilometers are their homes, their jobs, their schools, their familiar streets. These people have the right to live in their country without fear. We cannot leave them in danger.”

The Ukrainian government claimed that Russia has abducted over 19,000, and according to Olena, only 1,227 children have been returned.

“Unfortunately, this is not a mechanism that works consistently. That is why the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children was created – to ensure that such a mechanism exists and operates. Today, 41 countries are already part of this coalition,” she concluded.

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These days, the news cycle seems to be spinning even quicker than before. The headlines we see are because of the constant news about the new Republican administration with Donald Trump at its helm.

With the news, also comes a lot of speculation as people focus on politicians, and their actions. The latest piece of news has been set straight by the President himself.

Keep reading to learn more about what Donald Trump clarified.

President Donald Trump has been under scrutiny recently, much like any President is. People tend to focus on his every word and move. Before his speech in front of Congress, the President said something to Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, an action which raised a lot of eyebrows.

Earlier this week, Trump delivered his presidential speech to Congress, mentioning Vladimir Putin and the ‘strong signals’ he had given to the US for peace. Trump also mentioned the letter Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky had written him, in which the Ukrainian Premier mentioned that he wanted peace and would be happy to sign the minerals deal with the US, whenever it was convenient for them.

While the speech made many headlines, something that preceded it raised many eyebrows. President Trump had an exchange with Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, with a camera catching the President saying thank you. Some theories that have come out since then about the interaction, with people speculating about what he could be thanking the Justice for.

But before any of the theories could take hold, President Donald Trump took to the platform Truth Social and wrote, “The Fake ‘Play the Ref’ News, in order to create a divide between me and our great U.S. Supreme Court, heard me say last night, loudly and openly as I was walking past the Justices on the way to the podium, ‘thank you’, to Chief Justice John Roberts.”

He continued, “Like most people, I don’t watch Fake News CNN or MSDNC, but I understand they are going ‘crazy’ asking what is it that I was thanking Justice Roberts for?”

He went on, “They never called my office to ask, of course, but if they had I would have told these sleazebag ‘journalists’ that I thanked him for SWEARING ME IN ON INAUGURATION DAY, AND DOING A REALLY GOOD JOB IN SO DOING! The Fake News never quits!”

In the address he made to Congress, the war in Ukraine was on the top of his agenda. This comes after Trump’s disastrous Oval Office meeting with Zelensky, where he told the Ukrainian President that he was ‘gambling with World War 3.’

“The letter reads Ukraine is ready to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible to bring lasting peace closer,” Trump said.

“Nobody wants peace more than the Ukrainians. Regarding the agreement on minerals and security, Ukraine is ready to sign it at any time that is convenient for you,” the letter had said.

Well, that clears up the speculation that might have been born out of this incident. What do you think about all of this? Let us know in the comments.

Right before Donald Trump’s congressional speech on March 4, a lip reader claims that JD Vance uttered some chilling words in a conversation he believed to be private.

JD Vance’s political journey has been nothing short of a dramatic transformation. Back in 2016 – the same year his book “Hillbilly Elegy” was released – Vance openly expressed his disdain for Donald Trump, calling him an “idiot,” likening him to Nixon and, at worst, “America’s Hitler.”

“I go back and forth between thinking Trump is a cynical a**hole like Nixon who wouldn’t be that bad (and might even prove useful) or that he’s America’s Hitler,” Reuters reports of a private message Vance sent on Facebook to an associate in 2016.

When his Hitler comment went public in 2022, a spokesperson “did not dispute it, but said it no longer represented Vance’s views.”

In a striking reversal, he has since become one of Trump’s most loyal soldiers, rising through the ranks to secure a spot as vice president.

Congressional speech

On March 4, House Speaker Mike Johnson presided over the House floor, preparing for the president’s bold and fiery congressional address.

But right before Trump promised that his disruptive approach to politics was “just getting started,” Vice President JVance was chatting with Johnson, right in front of a live microphone.  

But what was he saying?

‘Full reckoning’

Speaking with the Mirror, lip reading specialist Jeremy Freeman claims that Vance privately stated, “Yes it is, a full reckoning, and long overdue”.

He was also reportedly overheard telling Johnson, “By the way, I think the speech is going to be great. But I don’t know how you do this for 90 minutes.”

Johnson’s response to the VP was picked up by a nearby hot mic, where he’s heard saying: “The hardest thing was doing it during Biden, when his speech was a stupid campaign speech.”

This wasn’t a throwaway comment – it was serious enough for Johnson to react by discreetly lowering his microphone, as if ensuring their conversation remained private.

But what exactly was Vance referring to? And how does it fit into the broader political landscape as Trump and his allies gear up for another contentious political battle?

‘Vance is the threat’

Vance’s words come at a time when he has been making headlines for his fiery rhetoric and policy stances. Just days before his cryptic remark, he had a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office and has been publicly dismissive toward Britain.

While his comment about a “full reckoning” is not confirmed or understood, the remark sparked online speculation with fans offering their opinions on the VP who some are calling a “punk.”

“What’s the reckoning JD? What are you vultures planning? You’ve hijacked our country & it’s money what are you going to do now? send us to camps?” tweets one netizen.

“I’ve seen Vance’s type before. The weedy kid who hangs around the bully, but soils himself when the bully isn’t around and is confronted alone. Runs his mouth, but backpedals when he realizes he’s about to get a punch in the face. I detest bullies, and those who enable them,” shares a second.

Another adds, “Trump is a dupe – Vance is the threat.”

Given this transformation, his “full reckoning” comment is especially intriguing. Is he signaling a purge of anti-Trump elements within the party? A warning to political adversaries? Or is it a broader call for a shift in government priorities under the new administration?

Regardless, one thing is certain: Vance is no longer just a politician in Trump’s orbit. He’s a key player in an administration that appears poised for sweeping political and institutional changes. And if his words are any indication, the reckoning – whatever it may be – has only just begun.

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David Muir, the esteemed anchor of ABC World News Tonight, is known for his dedication and integrity on-screen. But when it comes to his personal life — and who he’s dating—details have been scarce, with only a few leaks over the years…

Who is David Muir?

David Muir was born Nov 8, 1973 in Syracuse, New York. From an early age, he knew what he wanted to do. And still to this day, he absolutely loves it.

As per 2024, he’s an Emmy-winning journalist and the anchor of ABC World News Tonight. The 51-year old has become one of the most recognizable faces in television and each night, millions of viewers watch his show. During his career, he’s won several awards for his work – and even his looks.

David Muir’s dating life

For many years, David’s private life has sparked plenty of curiosity. romantic relationships. But the Syracuse native keeps his private affairs out of the spotlight, a rarity for many public figures.

While fans are eager to know more, Muir has chosen to prioritize his career and personal boundaries rather than share details about his relationships.

He has never publicly confirmed a relationship

David Muir has always kept his romantic life under wraps, and any potential relationships have never been confirmed by him publicly.

Over the years, numerous rumors have swirled about David Muir’s dating life, but he has largely remained silent on the matter.

David Muir loves his parents

David Muir has often spoken about the pivotal role his parents played in shaping his career. Over the years, Muir has consistently credited his family, particularly his parents, for encouraging his passion for journalism from a young age.

“I’m grateful to my parents for driving me into that TV station when I was a kid,” he says.

David has often credited his upbringing in Central New York as a significant influence on his career choice.

“I’m still driven by those voices every single night in putting together this national broadcast. I think the sensibilities of having grown up in Upstate New York and the concerns, the fears, the hopes of the people there are reflected all over the country. And that still drives me to this day,” he told Syracuse.com in 2018.

He is very close with his sister

David Muir’s close-knit family includes his older sister, Rebecca, who owns a farm in Borodino, New York.

He’s often shared glimpses of his visits to her farm on social media. David is also deeply connected to her family, playing an active role in their lives.

In 2021, the ABC anchor shared heartwarming family news, proudly announcing that he was a “proud uncle” as he celebrated his niece, Finan Malcolm, graduating from Cornell University. The milestone was especially meaningful after a year-long delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additionally, he has two younger step-siblings from his father’s second marriage, further adding to his extended family circle.

David Muir is not married

Despite being one of the most eligible bachelors in the world of news, Muir has never been married. There are no records or public statements about a wedding or a marriage proposal.

Many speculate that his demanding career, which often requires him to travel extensively and work long hours, may be a factor in his decision to remain single.

Dating Kate Dries?

Over the years, tabloids and social media platforms have linked Muir to several people, though these rumors have remained unconfirmed.

In 2015, journalist Kate Dries got people talking when she wrote a satirical piece for Jezebel titled, “Report Indicates My Boyfriend David Muir Is a ‘Monster.‘” The playful article had fans wondering if she and the World News Tonight anchor were actually a couple.

Dries added to the fun in the comments section, joking about “breakups” and saying, “David speaks of you fondly.” While it seemed like a joke, the rumors didn’t stop there. Some even speculated the two were close friends and had traveled to Europe together. Whether it was all just for laughs or hinted at something more, it kept everyone guessing about Muir’s love life.

The gay rumors

Is David Muir gay? The question of whether David Muir is gay has been a topic of speculation for many years, particularly due to his private personal life and the fact that he has never publicly commented on his sexuality.

Many fans and journalists have respected Muir’s choice to remain silent on the matter, understanding that his sexuality is ultimately irrelevant to his professional accomplishments.

Relationship with Kelly Ripa

If there’s one woman outside his family who’s super close to David Muir, it’s definitely Kelly Ripa. The two have been tight for years, and their friendship seems to go way back to David’s early days at ABC’s World News Tonight.

Apparently, Kelly was one of the first to notice his talent (and good looks, let’s be honest). After watching one of his reports, she even sent him an email saying something like, “Dude, you looked amazing tonight.”

My reaction to David Muir co-hosting with me tomorrow. My reaction to David Muir in general 😍😍🌎💫🔥Posted by Kelly Ripa on Sunday, February 12, 2017

David once shared a cute photo of them hanging out on Instagram, which got fans buzzing with rumors that they might secretly be more than friends. But nope — Kelly married Mark Consuelos in 1996, shutting down any speculation that she and David were an item. They’re just good friends, and their bond is definitely one of those fan-favorite friendships.

Quality time together

Over the years, Kelly, Mark, and David have enjoyed several vacations together, including a memorable trip to Greece in 2023.

And every summer, David Muir joins Kelly Ripa and her husband, Mark Consuelos, at their Hamptons home, where they enjoy quality time together. During an appearance on Live in November 2022, the World News Tonight anchor reflected on their summer traditions with Kelly.

”I kind of miss our weekends together,” Kelly admitted during the episode. David chimed in, reminiscing about the time they’d spend by the pool and having barbecues at the start of summer. Kelly also shared that her kids loved having David around, especially for the barbecues and other fun activities. It’s clear that their bond goes beyond work and into family-like territory.

”You are a great grill master; your cheeseburgers are delicious,” Kelly Ripa gushed during the episode. She added with a laugh, “Joaquin would rather eat at David’s than anywhere else on earth.”

Axel is a big part of his life

On his Instagram, David Muir has won the hearts of more than half a million with his charming selfies, sweet family updates, heartfelt moments with his dog, and behind-the-scenes snippets from World News Tonight.

One of the stars of his Instagram feed is Axel, his adorable German Shorthaired Pointer, who joined Muir’s life as a puppy in mid-2019.

Axel has grown into a big, lovable dog and often steals the spotlight on David’s grid. Wrapping up 2020 with a bit of reflection, David shared a photo of Axel with the caption: “Best thing about 2020 is that he had no idea it was 2020. He just grew. We all did.”

So, to sum it all up, it looks like those curious for details will have to wait for David Muir to confirm any potential relationship. But that doesn’t mean he’s alone – this stylish news anchor has plenty of friends and family by his side.

And honestly, it’s refreshing to see someone who keeps their personal life, well, personal. Let’s just sit back and enjoy watching him on screen – mystery and all!

In a marriage where passion has dimmed over the years, this older woman decides to try a bold trick to reignite the spark. In an effort to revive their love life, she secretly slips Viagra into her husband’s coffee — little did she know, this simple move would lead to quite the unexpected outcome…

An older woman visits her doctor, seeking advice because her husband is having more and more trouble with his libido.

The doctor asks, “Have you ever tried Viagra?”

“Not a chance!” she replies. “That stubborn old man refuses to take any pills. He won’t even take aspirin!”

“Well, you might need to trick him,” suggests the doctor. “I recommend what’s called ‘Irish Viagra.’”

“Irish Viagra?” she asks, intrigued. “What’s that?”

“Simple,” explains the doctor. “You just slip a pill into his coffee. He won’t taste it. Here’s a sample—try it and let me know next week if it works.”

The woman returns to the doctor the following week. When he asks how it went, she says, “Oh my God, did it ever work! But it was absolutely awful!”

“Awful?” the doctor asks, surprised.

“Yep,” she replies. “I did exactly what you said. I slipped the pill into his coffee, and he drank it. Well, you know, it took effect almost immediately, and he jumped straight up out of his chair with a smile on his face, a twinkle in his eye and his pants a-bulging. He jumped up, knocked the dishes off the table, ripped my clothes off, and made love to me right there on the table. It was a nightmare, I tell you, an absolute nightmare!”

“Why was it so bad?” the doctor asks. “Wasn’t the sex good?”

“It was the best sex I’ve had in 20 years, I’ll tell you that!” she exclaims. “But now I’m never going to be able to show my face at Starbucks again!”

A lifetime ban from the café wasn’t exactly listed under “risks and side effects” in the brochure, but hey, at least the marriage is getting a fresh spark thanks to the doctor’s unusual advice… Share this if you laughed!

New details offer some insight into the moments leading up to the tragic deaths of Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog, who were found at their New Mexico estate. Recently, officials revealed the couple was found in the same building on the sprawling Santa Fe property, suggesting they died in a close “timeframe.”

On February 26, Hollywood was rocked by the tragic news that legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found dead in their Santa Fe home. Their 12-year-old Australian Kelpie, Zinna, was also found dead, while two other dogs in the home survived.

Intriguing details

The search warrant application revealed some intriguing details about the discovery of the bodies, raising further questions about the circumstances surrounding the death of the couple and their dog.

When officers entered the home on Old Sunset Trail, they “immediately observed a bathroom to the left of the front door. The door to the bathroom was opened.”

Arakawa was discovered on the bathroom floor, “a black in color space heater near the female’s head,” and an open prescription bottle with scattered pills was found on the counter.

‘Attached to Betsy’

Zinna – who in the affidavit was wrongly identified as a German Shepherd – was also found dead, trapped in a kennel, “approximately 10-15 feet from the deceased female in a closet of the bathroom.”

In a statement released by Associated Press, Joey Padilla, owner of Santa Fe Tails pet care, said Zinna, the dog who died, “was always attached to Betsy at the hip and it was a beautiful relationship…Zinna went from being a returned shelter dog to this incredible companion under Betsy’s hand.”

Padilla – familiar with the couple and the dogs who were frequently boarded at his center – added that the couple’s two German Shepherds, 4-year-old Bear and Nikita, 7, survived and are in good care.

Pacemaker details

Upon further inspection of the home, Hackman, the star of the Mississippi Burning, was found on the ground of what’s “believed to be a mudroom,” a cane and sunglasses on the ground near him.

Both Hackman and Arakawa, who he married in 1991, appear to have fallen suddenly. Additionally, their bodies were decomposing.

Adding yet another layer of mystery to the case, carbon monoxide poisoning was ruled out and there were no obvious signs of foul play, said Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza, suggesting the couple “had been deceased for quite a while.”

Later, he revealed that Hackman’s pacemaker recorded its last heartbeat on February 17, providing crucial evidence that indicates he may have died more than a week before his body was discovered.

This revelation raises concerns about what transpired in the days following his death – and how Arakawa may have spent her final moments.

‘Similar timeframe’

According to Dr. Michael Baden, a forensic pathologist, Arakawa was “agitated” in her final moments.

Baden suggests that Hackman likely suffered a fatal heart attack, prompting his wife to run to the bathroom to get his blood pressure pills. That’s when she spilled the pills, slipped and had the space heater strike her head.

“She may have struck her head on the way down and had some internal injury to the brain that doesn’t show up on the outside or bleeding in the inside of the brain,” Baden said of what be believes happened.

And, the closeness of the bodies on the massive estate supports this theory.

Santa Fe Fire Chief Brian Moya told Fox News Digital that, while the exact time of death remains unclear, it is likely that Hackman and Arakawa died within a close window of time.

“Both bodies are in a similar manner, that it could be a similar timeframe,” Moya stated, leaving open the possibility that Arakawa’s passing may have been linked to her husband’s fate.

Moya did not respond to the call at Hackman’s home, but he revealed that the property “sprawled over 9,000 square feet and consisted of three structures.”

Family stays positive

While officials scramble to piece together the puzzle surrounding the mysterious deaths, Hackman’s family admits they’re not falling prey to speculation.

“We’re waiting on toxicology. That will tell us everything,” the actor’s nephew, Tim Hackman, told Us Weekly. “It’s hard to theorize. There are lots of theories out there and I don’t want to speculate. It’s easy to speculate negative theories.”

“The family wants to keep it positive for now and when we know the truth we will deal with it.”

As the world waits for more information, one fact remains: Gene Hackman was a Hollywood legend, and his passing marks the end of an era. With new details emerging daily, the March 7 press conference will be crucial in understanding what truly happened to Hackman and Arakawa in their final days.

For now, fans and loved ones alike can only reflect on Hackman’s extraordinary legacy – a career that will live on in the hearts of moviegoers forever.

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J.D. Vance came under fire on X (formerly known as Twitter) for using a clip of a former Miss Teen USA contestant for his own purposes. Vice President J.D. Vance often uses the platform to comment on matters, especially when he was campaigning with Trump.

However, one of his posts caused him to be under a lot of fire, but he refused to back down. He held his own against criticism.

Keep reading to learn more about what transpired.

Before he was elected, J.D. Vance was very vocal on social media. For instance, he used a clip of a 2007 Miss Teen USA contestant to poke fun of the Democratic presidential candidate at the time, Kamala Harris. However, his joke did not go down well with people, who quickly pointed out how the entire experience had been traumatizing for the teen contestant in the clip, Caitlin Upton.

Because of the backlash and humiliation she had faced due to the clip, she had even contemplated suicide, a fact many people pointed out to Vance at the time. The moment that occurred in 2007 had been wiped from public consciousness, however, Vance reposting the clip during his 2024 campaigning, reminded people of the entire thing once again.

In a subsequent interview with CNN, J.D. Vance clarified that he did not realize that Upton had struggled with the ridicule she faced due to the videos and that it had affected her mental health to the point she considered suicide. However, he said, he still will not apologize for sharing the clip.

When he shared the video, he wrote along with it, “BREAKING: I have gotten ahold of the full Kamala Harris CNN interview.”

In the video, Caitlin Upton is seen answering the question, “Recent polls have shown a fifth of Americans can’t locate the U.S. on a world map. Why do you think this is?”

The young contestant struggled to answer the question, leading her to ramble and fail to give a coherent answer. The moment went viral and later Upton spoke about how it impacted her life. She said, “lost a lot of close friends over it” as well as being on the receiving end of “the harshest, meanest comments I had ever heard.”

She shared that at one point someone even “go die for your stupidity.”

“I definitely went through a period where I was very, very depressed. But I never let anybody see that stuff, except for people I could trust. I had some very dark moments where I thought about committing suicide,” she shared.

One person replied to J.D. Vance, saying, “You forced former Miss South Carolina to relive public humiliation, bullying and cruelty that once lead her to consider suicide.”

Others reminded Vance how Upton had supported Donald Trump in the past and he still chose to make fun of her.

“You’re making fun of her? It seems very on brand for you to send a message like this to women.”

The post has now been deleted but Upton commented on how it made her feel to see it reshared, “It’s a shame that 17 years later this is still being brought up,” she wrote, according to Deadline. “There’s not too much else to say about it at this point. Regardless of political beliefs, one thing I do know is that social media and online bullying needs to stop.”

In an interview with CNN, Vance said he hopes Upton is doing well but refused to apologize for sharing the video. He said, “Politics has got way too lame,” and “I’m not going to apologize for posting a joke.”

“You can have some fun while making an argument to the American people about improving their lives,” Vance shared his beliefs, adding how he himself has “said a lot of stupid things on camera” but “the best way to deal with it is to laugh at ourselves.”

“I’m not going to apologize for posting a joke, but I wish the best for Caitlin,” he said decidedly in his interview. “I hope that she’s doing well. And again, what I’d say is, one bad moment shouldn’t define anybody, and the best way to deal with this stuff is to laugh at ourselves.”

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Dolly Parton is not just a legend in country music but in the music industry in general. Apart from her musical prowess, she is also know for her absolutely sweet personality.

When people learned that she lost her husband of 58 years, Carl Thomas Dean, earlier this week, they were understandably heartbroken for her.

Now, the singer has released a song which expresses exactly how she feels about her loss.

Dolly Parton is paying tribute to her beloved late husband, Carl Thomas Dean in a the best way possoble. The 79 year old singer revealed on Thursday, March 6, the title of her track, “If You Hadn’t Been There” on Instagram. In the post with the announcement, she shared a picture of the couple together from their earlier years.

“Carl and I fell in love when I was 18 and he was 23, and like all great love stories, they never end,” the Country singer wrote in honor of her late husband who passed away earlier this week on Monday, March 3, 2025 at the age of 82 years old.

“They live in memory and in song, and I dedicate this to him,” she added, referring to the heartbreaking song.

“If you hadn’t been there / Where would I be? / Without your trust, love and belief,” the country music singer sings in the beginning of the track.

“The ups and downs / We’ve always shared / And I wouldn’t be here, if you hadn’t been there,” she goes on to sing.

She shared a tribute for him before she shared the song. The couple tied the knot in 1966. While Parton’s star rose, Dean chose to remain ultra private. In their almost 60 years of marriage, he remained largely out of the spotlight.

Earlier this week, after Dean’s passing, Dolly Parton took to Instagram and wrote, “This is a love note to family, friends, and fans. Thank you for all the messages, cards, and flowers that you’ve sent to pay your respects for the loss of my beloved husband Carl.”

“I can’t reach out personally to each of you but just know it has meant the world to me,” she added.

“He is in God’s arms now and I am okay with that. I will always love you,” she wrote.

When she confirmed her beloved’s death on Monday, she wrote, “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy.”

The couple started dating after they met at a Nashville laundromat. In a rare public statement made in 2016, Dean said, “and that was the day my life began,” he said in 2016 in a rare public statement.

“My first thought was ‘I’m gonna marry that girl.’ My second thought was, ‘Lord she’s good lookin,’” he added humorously.

Dolly Parton told PEOPLE in 2019 of her private husband opting for a quieter life, “He’s always supporting me as long as I don’t try to drag him in on it. He’s always been my biggest fan behind the scenes, but he’s at home.”

Her newly released song titled “If You Hadn’t Been There” echoes her previous tribute to her beloved uncle, Billy Earl Owens who passed away in April 2021 when he was 85 years old.

“I knew my heart would break when he passed, and it did,” she wrote on X at the time. She wrote in her tribute to him, “I’ll start this eulogy by saying I wouldn’t be here if he hadn’t been there.”

You can listen to the song here on Dolly Parton’s official YouTube channel.

We send our deepest condolences and best wishes to Dolly Parton and her family as they deal with the heartbreaking loss of Carl Thomas Dean. Share this with others so they can hear Dolly’s lovely tribute to her late love.

Financial concerns frequently cause conflict in relationships, especially when one spouse believes they have exclusive rights to a specific number. Becky found herself in this circumstance, persuaded that her father’s money was hers to utilize as she saw fit, rather than shared for family necessities. Her spouse objected, citing his years of support for her. In an unexpected twist, his actions saddened Becky, forcing her to seek our advice.

Here is Becky’s letter:

My husband works while I stay at home and take care of his kids.

Recently, my dad di:ed and left me a $15,000 inheritance, and my husband tells me we need the money to give the kids a better life. I told him, “Your kids are your responsibility… Not mine! It’s NOT my responsibility to provide for them!”

He just smiled. Later that day, I froze when I found my closet empty. Most of my bags and shoes were gone. I went to the living room, where my husband was, and saw my things packed in boxes.

He said, “I thought marriage was about supporting each other, but clearly, you don’t believe in that!” Then, with a smirk, he added, “Now that you have your dad’s money, maybe you can spend it on buying your own stuff.” I couldn’t believe my eyes!

It’s been a few days, and my husband and I have completely stopped talking to each other.

Was I wrong for what I said?

Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection that no one wants to deal with. The intense pain and rash are just the tip of the iceberg. We’ll explain what shingles is, why it occurs, who is most likely to develop it, and how you can protect yourself or treat the condition.

What is shingles?

Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is the same virus that causes chickenpox. If you’ve had chickenpox at some point in your life, you should know that the virus hasn’t completely gone away; it lies dormant in your nerve cells, waiting for an opportunity to reappear.

Sometimes, years later, when your immune system is weaker or under stress, it can reawaken as shingles, causing a painful, blistering rash.

Who is at risk for shingles?

Who is at risk for shingles? Usually, people who have had chickenpox before. Among these, those most likely to develop the disease are:

– People with a weakened immune system (due to cancer, HIV, organ transplant recipients, or those undergoing chemotherapy).

– People over 50 years of age.

– People who have been ill.

– People who have suffered some type of trauma.

– People who are under stress.

What are the symptoms of shingles?

Early symptoms of the disease include:

– Fever

– Chills

– Headache

– Fatigue

– Sensitivity to light

– Stomach upset

Other signs and symptoms that appear a few days after the first symptoms include:

– A feeling of itching, tingling, or burning in an area of ​​the skin.

– Redness of the skin in the affected area.

– A raised rash on a small area of ​​the skin.

– Fluid-filled blisters that rupture and then crust over.

– Mild to severe pain in the affected area of ​​skin.

Complications of Shingles

Shingles is more than just a painful rash. It can lead to serious complications, such as post-herpetic neuralgia, bacterial infections in the blisters, and in rare cases, nerve paralysis or even the spread of the virus to other parts of the body, such as the brain, lungs or liver.

Prevention and treatment

The good news is that there is a vaccine to prevent the condition. The recombinant herpes zoster vaccine (RZV), known as Shingrix, significantly reduces the risk of developing the disease and its complications, according to the manufacturer.

Although there is no definitive cure for shingles, there are treatments available to control its symptoms, for example:

Antiviral medications

These medications reduce discomfort and speed recovery from symptoms, especially if started within 72 hours of the first sign of shingles.

They also reduce the risk of complications such as postherpetic neuralgia, which is persistent pain that appears after the rash has disappeared. Here are some antiviral medications:

– Acyclovir
– Famciclovir
– Valacyclovir
– Over-the-counter pain relievers

The following medications are intended to relieve pain:

– Paracetamol
– Ibuprofen

Other medications

If there is a bacterial infection associated with the shingles rash, antibiotics are prescribed. In addition, anti-inflammatory medications, such as prednisone, are indicated if shingles affects areas such as the eyes or other parts of the face.

Warning! Avoid self-medication. Seek medical attention.

Is shingles contagious?

While shingles is not contagious, the varicella-zoster virus is. If you have an active outbreak of shingles, you can pass the virus on to someone who has never had chickenpox or who has not been vaccinated against it.

If this happens, the infected person will not develop shingles, but rather chickenpox. Therefore, it is essential to take precautions to prevent transmission.

If you have shingles, follow these recommendations:

– Keep the rash well covered
– Wash your hands frequently
– And avoid close contact with people who are more vulnerable to the virus, such as infants, pregnant women, or individuals with weakened immune systems.

This way, you can help protect others and prevent the spread of the virus.

The response from the United Kingdom was swift and pointed. British veterans and military figures condemned Vance’s comments, highlighting the 636 British soldiers who lost their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan. Prominent veterans, including Johnny Mercer and Andy McNab, criticized Vance for his perceived lack of respect toward allied forces. Former military leaders, such as Lord West and General Sir Patrick Sanders, also expressed their disapproval, emphasizing the deep bonds and shared sacrifices between the UK and the U.S.

Political leaders in the UK echoed these sentiments. Shadow Defense Secretary James Cartlidge underscored Britain’s substantial military contributions and called Vance’s remarks “deeply disrespectful.” Former Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and other MPs joined in the criticism, urging Vance to acknowledge the shared history and sacrifices of British and American forces. Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated the nation’s pride in its military’s past sacrifices and emphasized the importance of mutual respect among allies.

In response to the mounting criticism, Vice President Vance attempted to clarify his statements. He asserted that his comments were not specifically directed at the UK or France but rather at countries lacking recent battlefield experience. Despite this clarification, the controversy has sparked a broader discussion about the necessity of diplomatic sensitivity, especially when addressing the contributions of longstanding allies.

Just over two weeks after President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, a Democratic congressman has officially initiated an impeachment campaign against him, setting the stage for what could be another contentious battle in Congress. Rep. Al Green, a Democrat from Texas, took to the House floor on Wednesday to announce his latest effort to remove Trump from office, declaring, “The movement to impeach the president has begun. I rise to announce that I will bring Articles of Impeachment against the president for dastardly deeds proposed and dastardly deeds done.”

Green’s call for impeachment comes in response to President Trump’s recent announcement regarding the United States taking full ownership of the Gaza Strip.

According to Trump’s proposed plan, the U.S. government would assume control of the land, resettle nearly 2 million Palestinians in other countries, and develop the land for American use.

The announcement has sparked international outrage and accusations of ethnic cleansing, with critics warning that such a move could violate international law and destabilize the region even further.

Green, an outspoken critic of Trump, condemned the president’s plan, stating, “To whom it may concern, ethnic cleansing in Gaza is not a joke, especially when it emanates from the president of the United States — the most powerful person in the world.”

President Donald Trump delivered major news on Friday morning from the White House on the economy and where things are headed with tariffs that he’s placed on several nations.

During remarks in the Oval Office, the president praised the latest jobs report, forecasted the future economic outlook amid a tariff war, and with more federal layoffs looming.

One massive data point came when Trump noted that in the February jobs report, native born workers jumped by 284,000 and foreign-born workers lost 87,000 jobs. Trump highlighted the importance of more Americans getting jobs in the country.

“For the first time in fifteen months, the job gains for native-born Americans exceeded the job gains for migrant and foreign workers. Employment for native-born workers went up by 284K while foreign-born workers went down by 87K,” Trump said.

“Look, our country has been ripped off by everybody, and that stops now… Canada, Mexico, the EU, and India are terrible abusers of our country,” he added.

“Globalists won’t love this because this brings jobs back to America… I think the United States is going to do records business. We’ll bring back a lot of those 90,000 factories that have been lost over the last number of years,” he said.

“Under the final two years of Biden, one in every four jobs created in America was a government job… But under the first full month of President Trump, an incredible 93% of all job gains were in the private sector,” Trump continued.

“During the last year, the Biden administration saw a loss of more than 110K manufacturing jobs or 9K manufacturing jobs every single month — During the first full month in office, we’ve not only stopped the manufacturing collapse, but we’ve begun to rapidly reverse it and get major gains,” he declared.

NEC Director Kevin Hassett: “A lot of people said that if you deported illegals, then employment would go down… And if you look, 280,000 American-born folks were hired, manufacturing jobs are going up… I suspect that this is going to be a glimpse of the Golden Age to come.”

It is astounding what words of strength from an American president can do to fix many issues.

After four years of what many believe was the weakest border policy in United States history, which saw Southern border crossings get to crisis levels, President Donald Trump has changed everything.

Customs and Border Protection data shows that border crossings have fallen a whopping 90 percent from the same period one year prior, with a mere 359 illegal migrants being processed each day, the New York Post reported.

“That puts the US on track to have the lowest monthly border crossings in at least 25 years. If the trend continues, the number of illegal migrants coming into the US could hit a level not seen since 1968, nearly 60 years ago,” the report said.

And Trump has no plans to slow down.

The president has signed another executive order that is an “amendment to duties to address the flow of illicit drugs across our southern border.”

Center for Immigration Studies executive director Mark Krikorian told The Post that the border crossings are the lowest that the United States has seen “in almost a lifetime.”

“If you kind of break down the numbers and divide them by 365, we haven’t had numbers this low since the 1960s. So we’re talking 60-year lows if it’s sustained, obviously,” the executive director said.

The data showed that through February 11, only 3,953 illegal migrants had been encountered at the southern border, which, if those numbers continue, would bring the total in the month to around 10,000, a number that has never been achieved since the CBP began tracking this data in 1999.

Not coincidentally, the closest that number ever got to 10,000 was in April 2017, during the first Trump presidency, when monthly crossings were just over 11,000, the report said.

According to a Border Patrol source, migrants have sensed the shift in presidents.

Hunter Biden asked a federal judge on Wednesday to drop his lawsuit against a former Trump aide that is related to the release of information from a laptop thought to belong to the son of former President Joe Biden. Hunter Biden said that his limited funds make it hard to continue with the case.

In papers sent to a federal court in California, Biden’s lawyers asked U.S. District Judge Hernan D. Vera to throw out the 2023 lawsuit against Garrett Ziegler. They said that Biden’s income “has dropped significantly” and that he owed a lot of money (millions of dollars).

Biden’s lawyers said that the wildfires in the Pacific Palisades made his money problems even worse because they made his rental home “unlivable for an extended period of time.”

They wrote that Biden “has had difficulty in finding a new permanent place to live as well as finding it difficult to earn a living.” They also said that Biden should use his time and resources to deal with his move, the damage to his rental house, and his family’s living costs, “rather than this litigation.”

A request for comment Wednesday from Ziegler’s lawyer did not get a response right away. Biden’s lawyers refused to say anything about the court filing.

Ziegler and the company he started, Marco Polo, were sued by Biden in September 2023. Biden said they broke state and federal laws by trying to make a searchable online database with 128,000 emails that were thought to be from Biden.

Ziegler, who worked as an assistant to Trump’s trade adviser Peter Navarro from February 2019 to January 2021, had asked the judge in charge of the case to throw out the case, but the judge had already turned it down.

In comments from last year, Ziegler said that the lawsuit was “completely frivolous.”

The judge told Ziegler in September that he had to pay about $18,000 for Biden’s lawyers’ fees.

Biden said in a related court document on Wednesday that he owes a lot of money and is “not in a position where I can borrow money.”

He said that he was looking forward to paid speaking engagements and appearances after getting feedback on his art and memoir, which his lawyers said had been his main source of income in the past, “but that has not happened.”

Biden talked about his falling profits from selling art. He said that in the two or three years before the lawsuit, he had sold 27 pieces of art for an average of $54,500 each. But since then, he had only sold one piece of art for $36,000.

Biden also talked about a drop in book sales. He said that from April to September 2023, when the lawsuit was filed, he sold more than 3,100 copies of his book. But in the six months that followed, he only sold about 1,100 copies.

It was found that Biden was guilty of federal gun charges and a federal tax case. He was set to be sentenced in December for the gun case, but President Joe Biden released him early.

Following his unconditional pardon from President Biden, Hunter Biden is also facing allegations of owing over $300,000 in unpaid rent to former landlords.

Shaun Maguire, a partner at the venture capital firm Sequoia, reacted to news of the pardon on social media, claiming that the president’s son has accumulated substantial unpaid rent debts amounting to hundreds of thousands of dollars.

“So what happens to the $300k+ in back pay rent that Hunter Biden owes my family from 2019-2020? Is that pardoned now? Thanks Joe,” Maguire wrote in a post on X.

On Sunday, President Biden issued a “full and unconditional pardon” for his son Hunter Biden, covering any federal crimes committed or potentially committed between January 1, 2014, and December 1, 2024. Hunter Biden has faced federal charges related to tax violations and allegations of providing false information about his substance abuse issues on a firearm background check form. The move marks a shift from President Biden’s earlier statements that he would not pardon his son.

“Hunter was our tenant in Venice, CA. Didn’t pay rent for over a year. Tried to pay w/ art made from his own feces. Absolute s– bag,” Maguire wrote, adding in a follow-up post that the rent was $25,000 a month for the house, which is located on the canals in the city, Fox Business reported.

He also said that Hunter “changed the locks and used Secret Service to enforce. We had no access to the property.”

When a social media user asked if Maguire and his family had tried to evict Hunter Biden over the unpaid rent, Maguire responded by saying that the Bidens are “kind of a scary family to go after.”

House lawmakers have voted to censure Rep. Al Green (D-TX) following his removal from President Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress on Tuesday night.

The measure passed with ten Democrats joining Republicans in support. Green himself voted “present,” as did first-term Rep. Shomari Figures (D-AL), Fox News reported on Thursday.

“Al Green’s childish outburst exposed the chaos and dysfunction within the Democrat party since President Trump’s overwhelming win in November and his success in office thus far. It is not surprising 198 Democrats refused to support Green’s censure given their history of radical, inflammatory rhetoric fueled by Trump Derangement Syndrome,” House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., told Fox News Digital.

The outlet noted that the 10 Democrats who voted to censure Green are Reps. Ami Bera, D-Calif.; Ed Case, D-Hawaii; Jim Costa, D-Calif.; Laura Gillen, D-N.Y.; Jim Himes, D-Conn.; Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa.; Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio; Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla.; Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash.; and Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y.

Republicans moved swiftly on Wednesday to introduce competing resolutions to censure Rep. Al Green (D-TX), with three separate proposals being drafted within hours of each other.

Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA), whose resolution ultimately received a House vote on Thursday morning, had reportedly contacted Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) immediately after Trump’s speech ended Tuesday night to begin drafting a censure resolution.

Meanwhile, the House Freedom Caucus sought to follow through on its earlier warning that any Democrat who disrupted Trump’s address would face censure. At the same time, Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) introduced his own censure resolution against Green, which quickly gained more than 30 House GOP co-sponsors.

On Wednesday afternoon, Newhouse took to the House floor and designated his resolution as “privileged,” a procedural move that forced House leaders to act on the measure within two legislative days, Fox noted.

Newhouse told Fox News Digital after the vote, “President Trump’s address to Congress was not a debate or a forum; he was invited by the Speaker to outline his agenda for the American people. The actions by my colleague from Texas broke the rules of decorum in the House, and he must be held accountable.”

An effort by most House Democrats to prevent the resolution from being voted on was unsuccessful on Wednesday.

The 77-year-old Democrat was escorted out of Trump’s joint address to Congress on Tuesday night after repeatedly disrupting the opening moments of the president’s speech.

He shouted, “You have no mandate!” at Trump as he touted Republican victories in the House, Senate and White House.

Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Rep. Al Green to be removed by the U.S. Sergeant-at-Arms during Trump’s joint address to Congress on Tuesday night.

Green’s outburst was part of a larger pattern of Democratic protests, with some lawmakers engaging in both silent and vocal demonstrations against Trump’s speech. Democrats also faced criticism for refusing to stand and applaud when Trump honored a 13-year-old boy who survived brain cancer by naming him an honorary Secret Service agent.

On Thursday, Johnson publicly challenged Democrats to join Republicans in voting for Green’s censure resolution.

“Despite my repeated warnings, he refused to cease his antics, and I was forced to remove him from the chamber,” Johnson posted on X. “He deliberately violated House rules, and an expeditious vote of censure is an appropriate remedy. Any Democrat who is concerned about regaining the trust and respect of the American people should join House Republicans in this effort.”

Green, who shook Newhouse’s hand before addressing his own censure, stood by his actions on Wednesday.

“I heard the speaker when he said that I should cease. I did not, and I did not with intentionality. It was not done out of a burst of emotion,” Green said.

“I think that on some questions, questions of conscience, you have to be willing to suffer the consequences. And I have said I will. I will suffer whatever the consequences are, because I don’t believe that in the richest country in the world, people should be without good healthcare.”

MSNBC host Rachel Maddow got some more bad news this week after she criticized her network late last month following the firing of race-baiting host Joy Reid and the demotion of fill-in host Alex Wagner.

Her criticism comes on the heels of the network revealing earlier in the week that Reid’s and Wagner’s shows would be canceled as part of a broader effort to revamp its programming, with weekend shows hosted by Katie Phang, Jonathan Capehart, and Ayman Mohyeldin also being scrapped.

“She is leaving the network altogether and that is very, very, very hard to take. I am 51 years old,” Maddow said during a show segment in February. “I have been gainfully employed since I was 12 and I have had so many different kinds of jobs, you wouldn’t believe me if I told you.

“But in all of the jobs I have had in all of the years I have been alive, there is no colleague for whom I have had more affection and more respect than Joy Reid,” Maddow said of her far-left friend.

“I love everything about her. I have learned so much from her. I have so much more to learn from her,” Maddow continued. “I do not want to lose her as a colleague here at MSNBC, and personally, I think it is a bad mistake to let her walk out the door. It is not my call and I understand that. But that’s what I think.”

“I will tell you. It is also unnerving to see that on a network where we’ve got two — count them — two non-white hosts in primetime, both of our non-white hosts in primetime are losing their shows, as is Katie Phang on the weekend,” Maddow said. “And that feels worse than bad, no matter who replaces them. That feels indefensible and I do not defend it.”

Following those remarks, Maddow was notified that she is losing some of her production staff to job cuts and reassignments.

“Maddow, the biggest star and highest-rated anchor at MSNBC, will get to keep her executive producer, Cory Gnazzo, and several other senior producers,” The Guardian reported, citing inside sources.

“But the rest of Maddow’s team – along with producers who worked on the other cancelled shows, hosted by Katie Phang, Jonathan Capehart, Ayman Mohyeldin and José Díaz-Balart – have been given the option to claim severance or reapply for new roles at the network, the people said,” the outlet added.

Maddow came under fire again this week over remarks she and MSNBC colleague Nicole Wallace made following President Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress on Tuesday.

During his speech, Trump recognized DJ Daniel, a 13-year-old cancer survivor who he made an honorary U.S. Secret Service agent to thunderous applause from Republicans, as Democrats chose to remain seated and refused even to clap for the youngster.

After co-host Rachel Maddow claimed that Trump was politicizing the youngster’s recovery, Wallace made her remarks.

Maddow said, “For the record, and this is disgusting, the president made a spectacle out of praising a young man who thus far survived pediatric cancer, as if the president had something to do with that.”

“This was in the midst of him praising [the Department of Government Efficiency],” she added. “The DOGE cuts, among other things, have cut off funding for ongoing research into pediatric cancer.”

For the record, Trump never took credit for Daniels’ recovery. Rather, he simply recognized the teen’s horrendous survival journey and credited his enduring positivity and ambition to become a law enforcement officer when he becomes an adult.

Trump shared the story of Daniel and his father, who was in the crowd and even lifted him up at one point during the speech. He explained that the two have been on a “quest” to fulfill Daniel’s dream of becoming a police officer and noted that Daniel has already been made an honorary member of several local police departments.

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Just one month into his presidency, President Donald Trump is intensifying his actions. Already, he is accelerating his actions to provoke progressives in Washington.

In a post on social media on Saturday, Trump praised the work of billionaire Elon Musk in exposing wasteful government spending. Musk is already the number one enemy of Democrats.

After that, he told Musk to do even more.

“ELON IS DOING A GREAT JOB, BUT I WOULD LIKE TO SEE HIM GET MORE AGGRESSIVE,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, with typical all-caps emphasis. “REMEMBER, WE HAVE A COUNTRY TO SAVE, BUT ULTIMATELY, TO MAKE GREATER THAN EVER BEFORE. MAGA!”

That was bad for liberals, but Musk’s answer had to be even worse.

“Will do, Mr. President!” he wrote on the social media platform X.

Trump is going after the progressive agenda in every area, from energy and foreign policy to illegal immigration. Musk has been Trump’s main tool for investigating and getting rid of waste in the government.

A public attack by Musk and the group he leads, the Department of Government Efficiency, on the U.S. Agency for International Development and its wasteful spending abroad caused a lot of trouble. He has already caused a stir in places like the federal Department of Education that are usually very liberal.

He is drilling down into the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to find what he calls the “motherlode” of “big money fraud.”

Progressives are angry, scared, and angry again because of all of this, and now Trump wants Musk to do even more.

Department of Government Efficiency chief Elon Musk and his team have been given access to vital financial information for a slew of additional federal agencies following a court win on Tuesday, as a member of the DOGE squad also prepares to receive data on Internal Revenue Service operations.

“The I.R.S. is preparing to give Gavin Kliger, a young software engineer working with [DOGE], access to sensitive taxpayer information as a senior adviser to the I.R.S.’s acting commissioner. The I.R.S. is still working out the terms of his assignment,” The New York Times reported.

Critics have expressed concerns that such actions would grant Musk and his operation unprecedented oversight. Lily Batchelder, a Treasury Department official during the Biden administration, noted on X that she could not recall political appointees ever having access to the IRS database, the outlet continued.

A major worry is the potential for using this access to target political opponents or leak private citizens’ data. Batchelder warned that such a move could violate federal laws prohibiting executive branch interference in taxpayer audits. Meanwhile, Democratic Senators Ron Wyden of Oregon and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts have demanded further details on the extent of access granted, The Times added.

While Democrats and their allies in the legacy media continue to claim — so far without any evidence — that Musk and his DOGE team will be “accessing sensitive taxpayer information” and could leak it, The Times report did note that actually happened recently — to Musk. His 2014-2018 tax returns, along with those of other billionaires the left doesn’t like, were leaked by an IRS official to the outlet ProPublica in 2021.

President Donald Trump, who appointed Musk to his role, remains fully committed to the billionaire Tesla and SpaceX founder’s mission.

“Waste, fraud and abuse have been deeply entrenched in our broken system for far too long,” Harrison Fields, a White House spokesman, said in a statement. “It takes direct access to the system to identify and fix it.”

Meanwhile, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan on Tuesday rejected a request from 14 Democratic state attorneys general to immediately impose broad restrictions on Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

Led by New Mexico, the coalition of states argues that Musk’s extensive role at DOGE is unconstitutional because he was not confirmed by the Senate. They had sought to block DOGE from accessing seven federal agencies, The Hill reported.

Chutkan denied their request at this stage of the case, stating they had not demonstrated the necessary proof of irreparable harm.

“Plaintiffs legitimately call into question what appears to be the unchecked authority of an unelected individual and an entity that was not created by Congress and over which it has no oversight,” Chutkan wrote in her ruling.

“In these circumstances, it must be indisputable that this court acts within the bounds of its authority,” she continued. “Accordingly, it cannot issue a TRO [temporary restraining order], especially one as wide-ranging as Plaintiffs request, without clear evidence of imminent, irreparable harm to these Plaintiffs. The current record does not meet that standard.”

In a footnote, the judge suggested that the Justice Department may have exaggerated in court filings regarding the extent of DOGE’s influence over personnel issues. “Defense counsel is reminded of their duty to make truthful representations to the court,” Chutkan wrote.

Since Trump’s inauguration, Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has moved swiftly to place employees within federal agencies, aiming to slash trillions in government spending—a push that has already sparked legal challenges.

The rapid overhaul has placed Chutkan, an Obama appointee, at the center of yet another legal battle involving the president. Chutkan previously presided over the now-dismissed Jan. 6 criminal case against the former president.

According to a newly surfaced video clip, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) focused on then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s rejection of an offer to deploy thousands of National Guard soldiers ahead of a speech by then-President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6, 2021, during Kash Patel’s confirmation hearings to become the next FBI director.

As noted by the site Legal Insurrection, during the riot that day at the U.S. Capitol Building, Patel was serving as chief of staff to then-acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller. In this role, Patel had direct access to and knowledge of the government’s security arrangements at the time.

At one point during Patel’s confirmation hearing, Cruz asked him what he was doing during the riot.

“On that day, specifically, responding to, preparing to mobilize and employ the National Guard once we got the lawful request from the local governing authority, which was the mayor of DC and the speaker of the House,” Patel responded.

“Now, how many days in advance were you working to prepare the Department of Defense to help secure the Capitol on January 6?” Cruz asked.

“Days in advance, Senator, we were in the Oval Office on an unrelated national security matter with the President of the United States, the Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and myself and the President authorized up to 20,000 plus National Guard men and women to secure any security measures necessarily related to the capital,” Patel said. “We were moving to the fullest extent of the law before the requisite request came from a local governing authority days ahead of time.”

“While you were chief of staff at DOD, how many times did DOD approach Capitol Police and ask if they needed National Guard assistance?” asked the Texas Republican.

Patel answered, “I believe those letters are well-documented. Numerous instances, and [on] numerous of those instances, those requests were shut down.”

“Now, am I correct that the Capital Sergeant at Arms said assistance was unnecessary?” Cruz asked.

“That’s correct, Senator.”

“Who did the Sergeant at Arms report to?” Cruz continued.

“The speaker of the House,” said Patel.

“That would have been Nancy Pelosi at the time. Is that correct?” Cruz asked.

“Yes, Senator.”

Cruz then asked if it would also include then-Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

“The Sergeant at Arms, yes, Senator, reports up there,” Patel replied.

“Did Mayor [Muriel] Bowser, the Democrat elected mayor in DC, either request or allow National Guard assistance?” Cruz pressed.

Patel noted that Bowser had “put in writing on the days leading up to January 6th, a declination for National Guard additional support, and that letter is available publicly to the world.”

“Just to speak English for folks at home, a declination meant she said, no, don’t send National Guard. Is that right?”

“Yes sir,” Patel responded.

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A judge appointed by former President Barack Obama has ruled to allow President Donald Trump to fire a special counsel while an appeals court is looking at the case.

Hampton Dellinger, who was Trump’s special counsel, sued to overturn the firing in federal court. The legal battle over Dellinger’s fate is central to Trump’s strategy of eliminating government employees he deems unnecessary.

Former President Joe Biden made Dellinger a special counsel whose job it was to handle cases involving federal government whistleblowers. The post was meant to give federal workers a way to report scams and wrongdoing without worrying about getting in trouble.

A one-sentence email fired Dellinger when Trump got back to the White House in January. The case against Dellinger has been going on in federal court ever since, Newsweek reported.

U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson, who was appointed by Obama, had temporarily put Dellinger back on the job while he worked on his case.

The three-person Washington, D.C. Court of Appeals overturned Berman Jackson unanimously on March 5. This meant that Trump could fire Dellinger while the appeals court looked into the legal issues in the case.

Former President George HW Bush chose Karen Henderson as a judge for the D.C. appeals court. Obama chose Patricia Millett, and Trump chose Justin Walker during his first term.

Before Obama put her forward for the federal court, Millett argued 32 cases before the U.S. Supreme Court, so she is an experienced constitutional lawyer.

The appeals court ruled “that the district court’s March 1, 2025, order be stayed pending further order of the court” and that “this order gives effect to the removal of appellee from his position as Special Counsel of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel. Appellants [The Trump administration] have satisfied the stringent requirements for a stay pending appeal.”

In a footnote to her written order, Judge Amy Berman Jackson expressed her disapproval of the Trump administration. She also criticized the White House lawyers for telling her in court that bringing Dellinger back would cause too much chaos in the special counsel’s office.

“Defendants imply that it would be too disruptive to the business of the agency to have Special Counsel Dellinger resume his work. But any disruption to the work of the agency was occasioned by the White House. It’s as if the bull in the china shop looked back over his shoulder and said, ‘What a mess!’” the judge said.

Acting Solicitor General Sarah M. Harris, in a February 16 Supreme Court appeal of Berman Jackson’s ruling, stated, “As this Court observed just last Term, ‘Congress cannot act on, and courts cannot examine, the President’s actions on subjects within his conclusive and preclusive constitutional authority’ —including ‘the President’s unrestricted power of removal concerning ‘executive officers of the United States whom [the President] has appointed.’”

An appeals court in Washington, D.C., has pushed the case up in the order of business.

Before April 11, it wants a reply brief from the Trump administration by March 21, then a brief from Dellinger’s lawyers by April 4, and finally a brief from the Trump administration by April 11. It hasn’t set a date for oral arguments yet.

“The Clerk is directed to calendar this case for oral argument this term on the first appropriate date following the completion of briefing. The parties will be informed later of the date of oral argument,” the court stated in its March 5 order.

The ruling, even though it may be subject to change down the road, has been praised across social media by Republican lawmakers and conservatives in the media.

While there is no food that can completely lower your cancer risk, eating healthy food may reduce it. Certain anti-cancer foods are loaded with phytochemicals, which are natural compounds that can potentially help prevent certain chronic diseases. Others are full of much-needed fiber, proteins, and nutrients. From colorful fruits to protein-rich foods, here are over 8 categories containing over 30 foods that may help protect your body from cancer.

Brightly Colored Fruits

First on our list of anti-cancer foods are brightly colored fruits. These fruits are high in antioxidants and help neutralize free radicals, which can cause malignant cell changes. Berries such as blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries contain ellagic acid. This acid can potentially decrease cancer cell growth. Citrus fruits including oranges, lemons, and grapefruits contain flavonoids. These compounds may help support the immune system and reduce the stomach and pancreatic cancer risk.

Cruciferous Vegetables

While vegetables may not be everyone’s favorite, there’s a reason why your mother always insists that you eat them. Cruciferous vegetables contain glucosinolates, which assist the body in metabolizing toxic substances and also help to reduce inflammation. This group includes broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage, which contain sulforaphane. This is rather significant, as sulforaphane has been linked to a lower risk of breast, lung, and prostate cancer. Kale and bok choy are also recommended by many due to their strong antioxidant and fiber content.

Leafy Greens

Leaft greens are up next on our list of anti-cancer foods. Leafy greens are high in minerals, vitamins, and fiber. All of these things contribute to a decreased cancer risk. Swiss chard and spinach both contain carotenoids, which help the body eliminate damaging free radicals. Additionally, arugula and mustard greens are full of glucosinolates, which help the body’s natural detoxification process. Romaine lettuce and collard greens are high in folate, a B vitamin required for DNA repair and cancer prevention.

Legumes and Beans

Legumes and beans are often a staple of vegans and vegetarians. They are also regarded as great anti-cancer foods. According to Moffitt Cancer Center, beans and legumes have high levels of fiber and protein, both of which could reduce the risk of colon cancer. Black beans, lentils, and chickpeas all contain resistant starch, which promotes gut health and may reduce inflammation. Red kidney and pinto beans are high in antioxidants and flavonoids, which help prevent oxidative stress. Peas, particularly green and split peas, contain saponins, compounds that may potentially inhibit cancer cell growth. 

Nuts and Seeds

Nuts and seeds are not only for furry little animals! Nuts and seeds are high in healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants. These help promote cell health and may lower cancer risk. Almonds and walnuts contain polyphenols, which help prevent oxidative stress. Sunflower and pumpkin seeds contain vitamin E, which promotes immune function and reduces inflammation. Brazil nuts have high levels of selenium, a mineral associated with a lower risk of developing prostate cancer.

Whole Grains

Next on our list of anti-cancer foods are whole grains. According to Cancer Research UK, whole grains are high in fiber and vital nutrients, which boost digestive health and may lower your chance of developing some cancers. Brown rice and quinoa supply vital antioxidants and fiber. They may help improve digestion and help manage your blood sugar levels. Oats include beta-glucan, a fiber that promotes immune function and help to reduce inflammation. Barley and whole wheat contain lignans, which may also reduce the risk of certain cancers.

Healthy Fats

Healthy fats from plant sources have been demonstrated to lower inflammation and help improve overall health. Extra virgin olive oil includes polyphenols that have anti-cancer qualities. Avocados are high in monounsaturated fats and carotenoids, which may help against breast cancer. Additionally, fatty fish such as salmon and sardines contain omega-3 fatty acids, which help to prevent chronic inflammation and may cut the risk of colon and breast cancers. Coconut oil, in moderation, includes medium-chain triglycerides that promote immunological health.

Herbs and Spices

The last group on our list of anti-cancer foods are herbs and spices. Not only are they delicious, but certain spices and plants have potent phytochemical that combat inflammation and oxidative damage. Turmeric, specifically its main health promoting constituent curcumin, has been researched for potential ability to inhibit tumor growth. In cell culture studies, curmumin has been shown to have anti-cancer effects, however its effect in humans is unclear. Gingerol, a consinuent of ginger has been shown to have anti-cancer properties in vitro and in vivo, while evidence is lacking in humans, adding it to your diet is a low risk, with potential benefits. Garlic and onions contain sulfur compounds that aid the body’s detoxification process. Oregano, rosemary, and thyme are essential oils that have powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

When they began their mission to space in June 2024, astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry ‘Butch’ Wilmore probably didn’t expect that the planned eight days at the International Space Station would turn into months.

The Boeing capsule they traveled to space with experienced technical issues, including helium leak. As a result, the two astronauts were forced to stay in space. The mission of their possible return home has been delayed several times so far. Now NASA expects them to get back home somewhere in March.

Williams and Wilmore will be transported via the Crew-10 mission.

President Donald Trump accused Biden’s administration for abandoning the two astronauts and called Elon Musk and SpaceX to “go get them.”

“Elon will soon be on his way. Hopefully, all will be safe,” Trump said. “Good luck Elon!!!”

Musk took to X to answer that he will do so.

However, while the media refers to the astronauts as stranded, astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell says that’s not the case. He highlights that “the party line at NASA is that the astronauts are not stranded,” insisting that “it’s way overblown.

“They’re fine,” McDowell explains. “They just got to do an extra spacewalk, which they love. They’ll come home on the next ride.”

Despite finding themselves in a situation that is out of their control, NASA claims Williams and Wilmore are in good spirits, assuring the public that their basic needs, like food and clothing, are well taken care of.

During a call, Williams said, “It’s just been a joy to be working up here.

“It doesn’t feel like we’re cast away. Eventually, we want to go home, because we left our families a little while ago, but we have a lot to do while we’re up here.”

In fact, the astronauts are doing a series of experiments, spacewalks, and other routine operations while in space.

Expectedly, the question of how much they will be paid for their overly-prolonged stay was raised by the media and the public.

However, the answer isn’t something we’d expect.

Retired NASA astronaut Cady Coleman revealed for the Washingtonian that being federal employees, besides their salary, astronauts are paid the same as any employee at a business trip anywhere on Earth.

“There is some small amount of money per day for incidentals that they end up being legally obligated to pay you,” she said.

For her, it was around $4 (£3.19) per day. 

If this is the case, both Williams and Wilmore would only be paid an extra $1,004 (£801.27) for their time.

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A recent video of President Donald Trump showing him having a hard time getting out of his golf cart made many question, “What’s wrong with Trump’s legs?”

The video in question was taken at Mar-A-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, during a golf session. It was shared by Aleman’s Brothers LLC, a grounds-keeping company that appears to service Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, as per the Daily Mail.

“Trump moves his right leg like a piece of wood,” an X user posted. “Any geriatricians around?” asked another.

“What’s wrong with Trump’s legs? He’s moving knock kneed and swinging his right leg like it’s dead weight?!” a third commented.

One user wrote, ”What’s up with his right leg + foot? Looks all wobbly + pigeon-toed.”

The video triggered numerous speculations and rumors about the president’s heath, with some suggesting he could be suffering from “weak knees,” and others even pointing out to a “neuromuscular degenerative issue.”

There were also those who said Trump’s legs and his movement feel “weird” because of his age.

White House Communications Director Steven Cheung responded to the speculations, dismissing them as not true. “Deranged and morally bankrupt liberals — including corrupt media — have now resorted to complete falsehoods and fabricated lies because they have no shame.

“Instead, they spend every waking hour of their pathetic lives suffering from a debilitating case of Trump Derangement Syndrome that has rotted their brain,” he said, as quoted by the Daily Mail.

This isn’t the first time people have pointed out Trump dragging his right leg.

In March of last year, MAGA critic and editor-in-chief of left-wing MeidasTouch Network Ron Filipkowski posted, “Something is definitely going on with his right leg. He’s been dragging it for months.”

The video in question emerged a week after people spotted bruises on Trump’s hands during his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.

Social media users believed that the bruises were due to IV infusions, thin skin, or the president’s old age. They were obviously covered with skin-colored makeup but still visible.

Trump on the other hand has bragged about his health in the past, claiming he’s been the healthiest president to ever run the country.

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Greenland responded to the statement by Donald Trump that The United States will acquire their territory “one way or another,” with their Prime Minister, Múte Bourup Egede, writing “Kalaallit Nunaat is ours,” using Greenlandic for the “Land of People” or the “Land of Greenlanders,” as per AP.

Egede added: “We don’t want to be Americans, nor Danes; we are Kalaallit. The Americans and their leader must understand that. We are not for sale and cannot simply be taken. Our future will be decided by us in Greenland.”

His response, which was initially written in Greenlandic and Danish before being updated to include English, came following Trump’s message to the people of Greenland delivered on March 4.

Addressing the Congress, the POTUS said, “If you choose, we welcome you into the United States of America.

“We need Greenland for national security and even international security.

“And we’re working with everybody involved to try and get it. But we need it really for international world security.”

Further, he said, “We strongly support your right to determine your own future, and if you choose, we welcome you into the United States of America. We will keep you safe. We will make you rich. And together we will take Greenland to heights like you have never thought possible before,” before adding: “And I think we’re going to get it – one way or the other, we’re going to get it.”

Greenland is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of Denmark on several islands including world’s largest island by the same name.

It has been part of the Danish Kingdom for 800 years and is an integrated part of its country.

Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said he doesn’t believe Greenlanders’ wish is to separate from Denmark in order to become “an integrated part of America,” adding that the elections in Greenland that are to take place next week should be fair and free of international intervention.

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In a parody of the widely debated meeting between Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Mike Myers portrayed the tech-billionaire Elon Musk.

The skit poked fun of Musk on Saturday Night Live, and the Tesla founder made sure Myers knew he didn’t found the comedy fun.

Namely, Myers, dressed as Musk in black jeans, a blazer, and a graphic t-shirt, interrupted the meeting between Trump, portrayed by James Austin Johnson, and Zelensky, played by Mikey Day.

“Donald, what are you doing in my office?” Myers’ Musk asked Trump, “You know I’m the president now, right?” then added: “I’m kidding, I’m kidding… Maybe not.”

Myers imitated Musk’s bouncing from a last years’ Trump’s rally, jumping up and down.

“They’re saying I’m firing people with no cause. But I do have cause, it’s ’cause’ I feel like it,” Myers’ Musk joked.

Mayer’s further mocked Musk’s role as a head of the Department of Government Efficiency, the government lay-offs, and the number of plane crashes.

“We’re not going to get it perfect, you know. But we are firing the non-essential employees like air traffic controllers.

“And sure, some of the planes are going to land upside down. But then the luggage falls right into your lap and you’re ready to go.”

Myers even held a chainsaw, playing on Musk’s time at the Conservative Political Action Conference when Argentina’s President Javier Milei gave him a gold-plated one.

Vance, portrayed by Yang, berated the Ukrainian leader, asking him, “What happened to thank you? You haven’t said thank you to us once in the past 15 seconds.”

He then continued, “You think you’re getting any money from us after your little outburst today?” before adding, “You get nothing. You lose. Good day, sir.”

Trump then said dismissively to Zelensky, “Who shows up to the White House in a T-shirt and jeans like a garbage person?”

While many found the skit fun, except for the MAGA supporters, it turned out Elon Musk wasn’t fond of his portrayal by Mike Myers…at all!

Replying to a comment about it on X, the SpaceX owner wrote, “Humor fails when it lies.”

Netizens were quick to react to Musk’s comment.

“Fails? They pretty much nailed you. Now it’s even funnier when I know it hurt your feelings,” someone commented.

Another said, “Mike Myers was very funny in this skit [in my opinion],” while a third noted, “You were all ‘legalize comedy’ just a few days ago. I guess you’ve changed your mind? Because most people thought Mike Myers was spot on & hilarious.”

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I grew up very poor. When I was 13, I was at a classmate’s house and ended up staying for dinner. Everyone at the table kept staring at me. The next day, I came home from school and was surprised to find my friend’s mom at our house. My mom’s face was flushed red. She turned to me and said, “We need to have a talk.”

I remember I had no idea what was going on. My friend’s mother, Ms. Allen, was standing by the window, looking worried and awkward at the same time. I was a shy kid, and I immediately felt that I must have done something wrong. I tried to recall if I had accidentally broken a plate or said something rude the night before.

My mom asked me to sit down. Then Ms. Allen started speaking in a quiet voice. She said, “I noticed how you reacted during dinner last night. At first, I didn’t understand why you wouldn’t look at anyone, but now I realize…you’re just not used to having enough to eat. You seemed hungry, but you also seemed embarrassed.”

For a moment, my ears rang and I could barely process her words. All I remembered was that they had passed around a basket of warm rolls, thick slices of meat, and a spread of vegetables. I had been so amazed by the meal that it was hard for me to focus on anything else. I must have stared at the dishes like they were something from another planet.

My mom cleared her throat and, still blushing, added, “Ms. Allen wants to help us in some way.”

My heart clenched. I didn’t want help. I was tired of handouts, tired of pity. I looked at Ms. Allen, and I noticed she seemed very sincere. She wasn’t looking at me like I was some poor stray dog. She looked…concerned, like she genuinely wanted to do something good. But my pride still stung.

She took a careful step toward me. “I wanted to know if you’d like to come over for dinner regularly. Maybe even help me cook sometimes. It doesn’t have to be anything official. But I saw the way you lit up, even for just that split second, when you tasted a proper meal. I know there’s not always enough at your own home.”

I felt a tightness in my chest that I couldn’t quite describe. Part of me felt relieved. Another part of me felt ashamed. And then there was a little spark of curiosity—cooking with Ms. Allen? That actually sounded fun, maybe even empowering.

I looked at my mom, who had tears in her eyes, though she tried to blink them away. “Only if you want to,” my mom said softly. “I can’t offer you that variety of food. But Ms. Allen is kind enough to invite you.”

I took a deep breath. Everything in my 13-year-old mind was swirling—fear of being judged, embarrassment, the warmth of Ms. Allen’s kindness. In the end, it was my hunger and my longing to learn something new that made me nod and say, “Okay. I’ll try.”

From that day on, every Wednesday after school, I’d go to Ms. Allen’s house. I’d help her chop vegetables, stir soup, or season the chicken. She’d show me how to peel potatoes without wasting half of them, or how to tell if the pasta was cooked just right. Sometimes my friend Zara (Ms. Allen’s daughter) would stop by and laugh at how serious I looked with an apron tied around my waist. But overall, it was a comfortable routine, almost like a second home.

On the first Wednesday I showed up, I remember being so nervous that I almost didn’t ring the doorbell. But Ms. Allen opened the door before I could back away and said, “Welcome! You’re just in time. I’ve got the onions ready.” And that was that—there was no big fuss, no pity party. We just got to work.

Before long, I realized she was teaching me more than just cooking skills. She taught me how to be patient with people, how to share a meal, and how to take pride in something done well. I started noticing that my confidence grew whenever I stirred a pot and smelled something delicious that I had made with my own hands.

One day, after we finished baking some biscuits, Ms. Allen asked me, “Where do you see yourself when you’re older?” I hesitated. Nobody had ever really asked me that question so directly. “I’m not sure,” I mumbled. “Somewhere, I guess.”

She wiped her flour-covered hands on a dish towel and said, “You’re allowed to dream bigger than ‘somewhere.’ You know that, right?”

I shrugged. “It’s hard to dream big when you can barely afford dinner most days. People in my situation don’t usually get to choose.”

She gave me a thoughtful look. “Maybe that’s why you should dream bigger—so you can choose something different for your future.” Then she broke into a gentle smile, her eyes warm. “Listen, you have real talent in the kitchen. You don’t just do what I tell you—you’re tasting the food, adjusting spices, noticing if the sauce is too thick or too thin. Not everyone has that instinct.”

Her words stuck with me for days. The next time I visited, Ms. Allen had a small notebook ready for me. “Write down the recipes that we try,” she suggested. “And if you come up with an idea, jot it down. You never know what might come of it.”

So I did. And gradually, that notebook filled up with dishes we made together: stews, baked fish, roasted vegetables, homemade pasta sauces, and even desserts like banana bread. Every time we completed a meal, I wrote down how we did it. I asked questions, tried new things. When I wasn’t cooking, I was thinking about it. For the first time in my life, I had something that felt like my own special gift.

Over the years, things changed. My mom worked odd jobs, saving every spare dollar. We never became wealthy, but we had enough to keep us going. And my relationship with Ms. Allen continued to grow. I ended up babysitting Zara’s younger siblings on weekends. I helped Ms. Allen clean the kitchen after big family gatherings. Sometimes I would drop by with groceries if I found a good sale at the market.

One day, right after my sixteenth birthday, Ms. Allen pulled me aside and handed me a sealed envelope. I opened it to find a gift certificate for a culinary workshop in town—a workshop for teens interested in exploring cooking as a career. “I know it’s not something huge,” she said, “but I think you’ll really enjoy it. The workshop is with a local chef who teaches the basics of professional kitchens.”

My eyes filled with tears. I’d never been given something like this, never been told I had enough potential to learn from a real chef. I could barely get the words out to thank her. But Ms. Allen just smiled and waved her hand, like it was no big deal. “Just promise me you’ll show me everything you learn.”

That workshop was a turning point. I realized how much I truly loved cooking. I met other kids who loved to experiment with different flavors. We shared tips, tasted each other’s dishes, and gave feedback. I started to picture a life where maybe, just maybe, I could become a chef someday. Or own a small café. Or teach other kids the way Ms. Allen taught me.

In my final year of high school, Ms. Allen helped me put together an application for a culinary scholarship. I didn’t think I had much of a chance, but I tried anyway, figuring I had nothing to lose. My mom, who had always been shy and humble, suddenly became my biggest cheerleader. We pressed submit on that application, and then we waited. I remember checking my email every day after school, heart pounding, until one afternoon—I saw it.

I’d been awarded the scholarship. I was in total disbelief. The first thing I did was run to show my mom. Then I realized I needed to tell Ms. Allen. We rushed to her house and all hugged in the middle of her living room. Zara was jumping up and down, and Ms. Allen had tears in her eyes. She squeezed my hands and said, “I knew you could do it.”

Not long after, I left for culinary school. The day I stepped into the bustling kitchen for my first class, I thought about that 13-year-old kid who once sat at Ms. Allen’s dinner table, too shy and too amazed to even speak. I thought about how one simple act of kindness—an invitation to cook—changed my whole life.

Years later, I opened a modest restaurant in my hometown. It’s a cozy place, known for fresh, home-cooked meals. My mom still can’t believe it sometimes, but she loves to pop in and watch me work. Ms. Allen and Zara come by too, and we laugh about the days when I could barely dice an onion without tearing up. These days, I hire a few local teenagers, some of whom come from tough backgrounds. I do my best to give them a chance to learn something new, something that might set them on a path they never imagined for themselves.

Looking back, I realize that staying for dinner at my classmate’s house all those years ago was the moment that changed my path. That quiet generosity, that simple opportunity to learn, gave me the confidence to dream bigger than my circumstances.

If there’s one lesson I’ve learned, it’s this: a single act of kindness can spark a lifetime of growth. Sometimes all it takes is someone believing in you and giving you a place at the table—literally and figuratively. There’s no shame in accepting help when it’s offered with genuine care. And more importantly, there’s immense power in turning around and offering that same kindness to others.

I hope this story inspires you to keep an eye out for moments where you can help someone else—or ask for help if you need it. Life can surprise us in the most unexpected ways when we open our hearts. Thanks so much for reading, and if this story touched you, please share it with someone who might need a reminder that hope can come from the smallest gestures. And don’t forget to like this post, so we can keep spreading stories of kindness far and wide.

Russia has finally released a statement amid all the recent news about America’s seemingly deteriorating relationship with Ukraine. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky was visiting the United States when a tense situation took place in President Donald Trump’s Oval Office.

Now, it seems that Russia has made a statement on all of this, with a representative from the Kremlin commenting on the issue.

Keep reading to learn more about all of this.

A Kremlin representative has spoken on Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky’s willingness to negotiate after Donald Trump read a letter from the latter in front of Congress.

Last week, President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance met with Ukraine’s Zelensky to discuss various matters, the most pressing of which happens to be Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia.

The situation grew tense with Trump and Vance expressing their disappointment with Zelensky’s lack of gratitude and seeming unwillingness to negotiate a ceasefire with Russia.

“You’re gambling with the lives of millions of people”, Trump said during the meeting. “You’re gambling with World War Three, and what you’re doing is very disrespectful to the country, this country that’s backed you far more than a lot of people say they should have,” the President of the United States added.

Trump said he would pause all military aid to Ukraine, a move which the Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov appreciated as being the ‘best contribution to the cause of peace.’

After his early exit from the White House, Zelensky wrote a letter to President Donald Trump which he read aloud in front of Congress yesterday on March 4, 2025. He said, “Ukraine is ready to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible.”

The latter further said, “My team and I stand ready to work under President Trump’s strong leadership to get a peace that lasts,” it went on, “We do really value how much America has done to help Ukraine maintain its sovereignty and independence.”

The letter also said that Ukraine is ready to sign the rare earth minerals deal at any time which is convenient to the United States. This was the deal they were due to sign during Zelensky’s disastrous visit to the White House.

“It’s time to end this senseless war. If you want to end wars, you have to talk to both sides,” the POTUS stated.

It seems that Moscow also appreciates Ukraine’s willingness to ‘come to the negotiating table’.

“We are positive. The question is with whom to sit at the negotiating table,” Peskov said in a statement.

However he expressed his confusion as to how it would happen due to the 2022 decree declaring that Ukraine would not negotiate with Russian leader Putin.

“For now, the legal ban by the Ukrainian President holding talks with the Russian side is in force,” the statement said.

“Overall, the approach is positive, but the details have not changed yet,” the statement noted.

Sky News reported that Russia’s attack on Ukraine is still ongoing. On March 4, 2025, they launched drone attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa, which resulted in the death of a 77-year-old woman and injuring three others.

Regional governor Oleh Kiper shared that the woman died of shrapnel wounds on the outskirts of the city, and that the drones had damaged a private home and also started fires.

In retaliation for the 181 drones Russia fired, Ukraine shot down 115 of them.

The situation is still developing and we are yet to see how everything plays out. What do you think of this entire situation? Let us know in the comments and share this with others to see what they think!

Vice President JD Vance is being ridiculed by the online community for falling “short” with his “tiny pants” that inspired the new campaign, “Make pants great again!” 

On March 4, Donald Trump delivered a bold and fiery congressional address, his first since beginning his second presidency. The president wasted no time in making headlines, promising that his disruptive approach to politics was “just getting started”.

But while Trump was busy shaping the future of America, social media had a very different focus. Viewers were glued to one thing – Vice President JD Vance, 40, who has been at the center of multiple political firestorms recently.

Though he’s recently been slammed for an “embarrassing” remark that left diplomatic circles cringing, and called a “clown” “whose ‘slur’ was disrespectful to war heroes,”  the internet has moved on to something far more pressing – his pants.

Tiny pants

Social media erupted when users noticed a peculiar trend: Vance seems to have a thing for three-quarter-length pants. Whether it’s at press conferences, rallies, or high-profile political events, his pants always appear to be too short.

Some users speculated that the pants were an attempt at a trendy cropped look gone terribly wrong. Others compared him to a high schooler who had suddenly hit a growth spurt but refused to buy new clothes.

“What is with JD Vance short tight pants as he talks about real men and masculinity?” tweets one user.

“Say hello to tiny pants vance,” another user wrote on X, alongside a photo that shows Vance at the recent Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), where his trousers appeared to sit just inches below his knees.

“Hold me closer tiny pantser,” jokes another, making a reference to the Elton John song “Tiny Dancer.” And, making a play on “Make America Great Again,” a fourth writes, “Make pants great again for VANCE!”

Trending hashtag

Since his tiny pants were pointed out, Vance has found himself at the center of an internet roasting session under the trending hashtag #TinyPantsVance.

“How can anyone take Vance seriously. His trousers are halfway up his legs,” one user joked.

To be taken seriously, a second says that “People might (might) listen if you got a pair of big-boy-vance pants. A pair that at least break on the foot arch and go mid-heel, not mid-calf, just who the hell dresses you.”

Another adds, “Tie too long, and pants too high. Is bro waiting for a flood?”

According to several sources, Vance is 6-foot-2 and not 5-foot-7 as Google indicated in the fall of 2024. But is his height an excuse for consistently wearing pants that look like they shrunk in the wash?

Let us know what you think and then share this story so we can hear from others!

Str0ke can affect anyone, but women are more likely to encounter symptoms that differ from men. Str0ke symptoms can sometimes be mild or uncommon, particularly in women. We’ve compiled a list of 10 lesser-known indicators that may suggest a stroke in women.

1. Nausea and Vomiting

Although many people identify str0ke with symptoms like weakness, paralysis, or difficulty speaking, nausea and vomiting can also be indicators. Women, in particular, may experience these symptoms as a result of elevated intracranial pressure, which occurs when blood flow to the brain is halted.

2. Sudden and Severe Headache

A sudden, severe headache may be a sign of a stroke, particularly if it is different from your usual headaches. Women who have a history of migraines may experience increased pain when a stroke occurs. This pain may also be accompanied by other symptoms, such as nausea and sensitivity to light.

3. Shortness of Breath

Difficulty breathing or feeling short of breath is a less common symptom, although it can occur in women suffering from stroke. This occurs because a problem with blood supply to the brain might impair breathing capacity, resulting in a sense of suffocation or extreme weariness.

4. Changes in Balance and Coordination

Women may experience a loss of balance or coordination, which can be confused with common dizziness or even fainting. Difficulty walking, loss of balance and the feeling of being “drunk” without having consumed alcohol are signs to watch out for.

5. Mental Confusion or Disorientation

Sudden confusion, memory loss, and disorientation are symptoms that may be more prevalent in women. They may have trouble recalling where they are, what they were doing, or even recognizing persons nearby. This misunderstanding may be subtle and mistaken for indicators of stress or weariness, but it should be investigated thoroughly.

6. Changes in Vision

Although vision loss is a more well-known symptom, women may experience a sudden change in vision in one eye or blurred vision, without total loss. This happens because a stroke can affect the area of ​​the brain responsible for vision, leading to a temporary decrease in visual acuity or even blindness in one eye.

7. Neck or Jaw Pain

Neck or jaw discomfort in women may indicate a stroke, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, trouble speaking, or tingling. This type of pain may be mistaken for regular muscle soreness or even tooth problems, but if it persists, seek medical attention.

8. Numbness or Tingling Sensation on One Side of the Body

Although numbness or tingling in the face, arm or leg is a well-known symptom, in women, this symptom may be more diffuse, affecting only one part of the body or appearing suddenly. The tingling sensation or paralysis may occur on one side of the body and progress to motor difficulties.

9. Mood Swings or Sudden Irritation

Sudden mood swings, such as severe impatience or feeling melancholy for no apparent cause, may indicate that the brain is being damaged by a stroke. Women, in particular, may experience a rapid shift in their emotions, which can be attributed to daily stress, but should be properly observed.

10. Excessive Fatigue and Unusual Weakness

While fatigue is a common symptom of many conditions, feeling extremely tired or weak for no apparent reason could be a sign of a stroke. Women may experience a sudden decrease in energy and strength, as if they are physically incapacitated, and this can be mistaken for signs of exhaustion or stress.

What to do if you notice these signs?

When you see any of these symptoms, the best thing you can do is get medical help right away. Time is of the essence when it comes to str0ke treatment, and an early diagnosis can save lives. Str0kes can be treated with blood flow-restoring drugs or surgical procedures, depending on the kind of str0ke, although treatment is most effective in the first few hours following the str0ke.

Conclusion

Women should be aware of the less common indicators of str0ke, which may be more subtle or harder to detect. Understanding these signs can make all the difference in early diagnosis and recovery. If in doubt, never hesitate to seek medical attention. Remember that the sooner you receive care, the more likely you are to have an effective treatment and complete recovery.

A woman named Jenna faced betrayal when her stepdaughter’s lies shattered her marriage. In a world where trust is easily broken, Jenna’s experience is a stark reminder of the lasting impact of deceit. However, her story is not just about heartbreak. When her ex-husband’s new partner encountered a similar betrayal, Jenna found an opportunity to turn her pain into strength.

Let’s delve into a story of empowerment and discover how one woman’s struggle can inspire us all.

She shares her story:

My name is Jenna, and this is my story. Two years ago, my marriage crumbled when my stepdaughter accused me of selling her late mother’s jewelry, a lie that my husband believed without question. The breakup left me shattered and questioning my worth. Now, my ex-husband is with a new girlfriend, but she has reached out to me. Yesterday, she called me, her voice trembling with tears and anger. “Please! His daughter is doing the same thing to me! I have nothing to say to my boyfriend,” she pleaded.

I could hear the desperation in her voice, and it took me back to that fateful day when my world turned upside down. “What happened?” I asked, my heart aching for her.

“She told Tom that I stole her grandmother’s necklace,” Sarah explained, her voice breaking. “He believes her, and now he’s furious with me.”

I felt a surge of anger and empathy. “I know exactly how you feel,” I told her. “Lily did the same thing to me, and it destroyed my marriage.”

Sarah was shocked. “What did you do?” she asked, her voice filled with a mix of hope and despair.

“I gathered evidence,” I replied. “Texts, emails, anything that proved she was lying. Then I confronted Tom with it.”

Sarah was silent for a moment. “Do you think that would work for me?” she asked, her voice tinged with doubt.

“It might,” I said. “But you need to be prepared for the fallout. Tom might not want to believe it, but the truth is the truth.”

We talked for a while longer, and I shared everything I had learned from my own experience. I told her about the friends who had helped me gather evidence and how we had exposed Lily’s lies. I could hear the determination growing in Sarah’s voice as we spoke.

“I’m going to do it,” she said finally. “I can’t let her ruin my life like she did yours.”

After we hung up, I felt a sense of relief. I had helped Sarah, and in doing so, I had found a way to heal some of the wounds from my past. It wasn’t about revenge; it was about justice and helping another woman avoid the same heartache.

In the end, Sarah gathered her evidence and confronted Tom. It wasn’t easy, but she stood her ground and refused to let Lily’s lies tear them apart. Tom was forced to confront the truth, and while their relationship was strained, they began to work through it.

As for me, I found peace in knowing that I had done the right thing. I had stood up for myself and for Sarah, and in doing so, I had taken back some of the power that had been stripped from me. It wasn’t the sweet revenge I had once imagined, but it was a victory nonetheless.

So, am I the bad guy for exposing my stepdaughter after she sabotaged my marriage? I don’t think so. Sometimes, the truth is the only way to move forward, and I believe in fighting for what’s right, even when it’s hard.

Today, in this article, I come to talk to you about female ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ parts, their balance, pH, and health status. In this region of the body, the ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ pH of women changes its acidity constantly during the female menstrual cycle.

During this period, the sweat glands found in the skin of the ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ parts of women play a very important role. This gives rise to different health situations that could affect women. Let’s find out what the reasons for these circumstances are.

Why might private parts smell like fish?

These types of odors can occur due to poor ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ hygiene, which could generally develop bacterial ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴏsɪs, a ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴀʟ condition that allows excessive growth of bacteria that can alter the ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ pH in women, and when this happens, the smell of the ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴀʟ is quite similar to the smell of fish.

Lack of good ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ hygiene after having ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ encounters could also make you an easy target for becoming infected with trichomoniasis or ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴀʟ candidiasis, which are se.x.ually transmitted infections that can produce a very strong odor in the ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴀʟ and thus generate the bad odor in question that we are talking about and that brings us to this particular article.

What causes fishy odor in female private parts?

The causes of the appearance of this unpleasant odor, it is very important that you keep in mind that the normal ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴀʟ pH is a little acidic and ranges between a pH of 3.8 and 4.5. Now, we will mention the causes of this fishy smell that some women may have:

• It is very common for the smell of fish in the ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴀʟ to appear due to a notable lack of ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ hygiene.
• Bacterial ᴠᴀɢɪɴᴏsɪs
• S.e.x.ually Transmitted Infections

Conclusion

In addition to all of the above, you must know that this type of odor in some cases could also be a sign that you could be suffering from some disease, thus affecting your health.

Keep in mind and always remember that every woman should have her corresponding check-ups annually or biannually, depending on the particular indication of each case. In turn, if you notice that this unpleasant odor is constant, the best thing you can do is immediately go to your trusted specialist since you could be suffering from uterine or uterine canc:er.

So be very careful, it is best to visit your gynecologist at least once a year. In this way, many problems in your female ɪɴᴛɪᴍᴀᴛᴇ health can be ruled out.

Newly sworn-in Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Wednesday that the Trump administration has initiated legal action against New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul, and Attorney General Letitia James.

The lawsuit alleges that these state officials have violated federal law by deliberately shielding illegal immigrants.

In a forceful press conference, Bondi declared, “This is a new DOJ. New York has chosen to prioritize illegal aliens over American citizens. It stops. It stops today.”

This legal move, which also targets Mark Schroeder, the New York Department of Motor Vehicles commissioner, centers on New York’s controversial “Green Light” laws—legislation that permits illegal immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses. Bondi argued that by enacting these laws, New York is effectively giving illegal aliens a “green light” to reside in the state without subjecting them to the full scrutiny of federal law enforcement, as officers are restricted from accessing driver’s license databases during routine stops.

A divided U.S. Supreme Court turned down the Trump administration’s request to freeze billions of dollars in foreign aid that Congress had already approved.

In a 5-4 ruling on Wednesday, the Supreme Court did not say right away when the money had to be released. This meant that the White House could keep arguing about it in lower courts.

The order wasn’t signed, but four conservative justices—Samuel Alito, Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh—didn’t agree with it.

hat made five justices the majority: Amy Coney Barrett, Elena Kagan, Sonia Sotomayor, and Ketanji Brown Jackson. Chief Justice John Roberts was also in the majority.

The majority said that since the money had already been spent by the due date set by the court last week, the lower courts should “clarify what obligations the government must fulfill to ensure compliance with the temporary restraining order.”

Alito wrote in a strong dissent that he was “stunned” by the court’s decision to let the lower court judge order the administration to unfreeze the foreign aid that was at issue in the case.

Alito added: “A federal court has many tools to address a party’s supposed nonfeasance. Self-aggrandizement of its jurisdiction is not one of them.”

There were five votes against the decision, but Steve Vladeck, a CNN Supreme Court analyst and professor at Georgetown University Law Center, said it was “extremely modest.”

“The unsigned order does not actually require the Trump administration to immediately make up to $2 billion in foreign aid payments; it merely clears the way for the district court to compel those payments, presumably if it is more specific about the contracts that have to be honored,” Vladeck said. “The fact that four justices nevertheless dissented – vigorously – from such a decision is a sign that the Court is going to be divided, perhaps along these exact lines, in many of the more impactful Trump-related cases that are already on their way.”

The appeal was sent to the high court in just a few days, which is very fast for the federal judiciary. It is the second case that the justices have heard about Trump’s efforts to increase power in the executive branch and change the government in big ways since he took office in January.

The case is mostly about the billions of dollars in foreign aid that Trump froze in January from the State Department and the US Agency for International Development. He did this to cut spending and get those agencies to work with his plans.

A number of nonprofits that depend on the money for global health and other programs filed a lawsuit, saying that the actions of the administration took away Congress’s power to control government spending and went against a federal law that says how agencies should make decisions.

In a brief released on Friday, the groups said that the actions of the administration were “devastating.”

These people told the court that the money “supports US interests abroad and makes the lives of millions of people around the world better and, in many cases, saves their lives.”

The groups said, “This helps stop problems like disease and instability across the ocean before they reach our shores.”

Amir Ali, a US District Judge, ordered on February 13 that a lot of the money keep going while he looked into the case. A few days later, the plaintiffs said that the administration was still not following the order and blocking the spending. Ali then told the Trump administration that they had to spend the money by Wednesday at midnight.

Prez. Joe Biden chose Ali to be a judge.

In a last-minute emergency appeal to the Supreme Court, the Trump administration asked the court to at least put the case on hold for a few days. The government said that the administration was making “substantial efforts” to look over payment requests and spend the money, but it wasn’t possible for them to do it quickly enough to meet Ali’s deadline.

The groups that sued didn’t agree with that explanation. They said that some politically appointed officials in the administration “are refusing to authorize essentially any payments.”

“The government has not taken ‘any meaningful steps’ to come into compliance,” the groups said a Supreme Court filing.

Roberts, by himself, gave the administration a short reprieve on Wednesday. He issued what is called a “administrative stay,” which put the case on hold so that both sides could send in written arguments. The chief justice is in charge of emergency cases that come up at the federal appeals court in Washington, DC.

The AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition is an organization based in New York that works to speed up HIV prevention. The Global Health Council is an organization based in Washington, DC that represents other groups that run health programs.

In court papers for the case, the Trump administration said that it wants to end more than 90% of the USAID foreign aid awards.

A government report said, “In total, nearly 5,800 USAID awards were terminated and more than 500 USAID awards were retained.”

The filing said, “The total ceiling value of the retained awards is about $57 billion.”

Along with ending the USAID awards, the government told a lower court that “approximately 4,100 State awards were terminated and approximately 2,700 State awards were retained.” This meant that the State Department awards were ended.

Around the world, aid programs have stopped working because billions of dollars in aid have been frozen and are being looked over. It also comes at a time when the Trump administration has either fired or put on leave most of USAID’s staff.

Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, died Tuesday night after having a medical emergency after President Trump’s speech to Congress, according to two Democratic lawmakers in the House who were told about his death.

He was 70 years old and had just become president in January. Turner had fought bone cancer in the past.

According to a lawmaker who was at the meeting, House Minority Whip Katherine Clark, D-Mass., told the Democrats that Turner had died and that his family had been told. The meeting was closed to the public.

Another Democrat who saw Turner in the tunnel that goes under the Capitol and into the Cannon Building said it looked like Turner was having a medical emergency early Tuesday afternoon. The lawmaker said that Capitol Police were called and went to help him.

Several Democrats said Wednesday that they saw Turner or talked to him on the House floor before Trump spoke to the whole Congress. Pictures and videos from the speech also show Turner sitting in the back of the room.

When Turner ran for Congress in November, he had already been mayor of Houston from 2016 to 2024. Before that, he was a state lawmaker for more than twenty-five years.

Longtime Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, died of pancreatic cancer in July of last year. Turner, who was close with Jackson Lee, said he would run for her seat, and local Democratic leaders chose him to be on the November ballot since Jackson Lee had already won her primary that March.

Democratic lawmakers may have bristled at President Donald Trump’s triumphant return to the Capitol, but polling suggests their constituents felt differently.

A CBS News/YouGov survey, conducted immediately after Trump’s joint address to Congress, polled a nationally representative sample of speech watchers—and the results are likely to delight the poll-conscious president.

The poll shows an overwhelming 76 percent of Americans viewing the speech approved of Trump’s remarks, with only 23 percent — less than a quarter — disapproving.

Sixty-eight percent of viewers described Trump’s speech as “hopeful,” with a majority also describing it as “presidential,” “inspiring,” “unifying,” and “entertaining.”

A clear majority of Americans who watched President Trump’s address felt he focused on issues that mattered to them, according to the CBS News/YouGov survey.

More than two-thirds of viewers said Trump has a clear plan to tackle inflation, which began under President Joe Biden. Additionally, over three-quarters of respondents supported Trump’s proposals on reducing government waste, immigration, and border security. Despite negative press coverage leading up to the speech, nearly one-quarter of viewers approved of Trump’s approach to handling Ukraine and Russia, Breitbart News reported, citing the polling results.

While presidential address audiences typically lean toward the sitting president’s party, the survey found that only 51% of viewers identified as Republicans, suggesting that Trump’s message resonated beyond his base.

Finally, more than three-quarters of viewers approved of Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) ordering the Sergeant at Arms to remove Rep. Al Green (D-TX) from the chamber after he disrupted President Trump’s speech despite multiple warnings.

Trump also won praise from members of the Republican Party and many in the media.

“Tonight, President Trump made his triumphant return to Congress to share his bold, optimistic vision for renewing the American Dream,” Johnson noted on the X platform.

“This is the fifth State of the Union address I’ve seen Trump give — it was by far his best,” Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) added.

“The best moment — emotional moment, was DJ, who’s battling cancer. He wanted to be a police officer and during the speech, the president said the Secret Service has made him an agent,” Fox News anchor Bret Baier said, reflecting on a teen cancer survivor in the audience whom the president recognized during his speech.

“If you ever doubted that Donald Trump is the political colossus of our time and our nation, this night and this speech should have put that to rest,” Fox’s Brit Hume noted as well.

Former Fox liberal Geraldo Rivera added: “Trump was strong, defiant and entertaining.”

Former CNN politico Chris Cillizza said, “That was a very effective speech. You can hate it or him. But that speech was aimed squarely at issues where the public is with Trump — and filled with made-for-sharing moments. A master image-maker at work (and you can hate him and acknowledge that’s true!)”

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) called for Rep. Al Green (D-TX) to be censured for his “shameful” protest during President Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday night.

Johnson’s remarks came just minutes after Trump concluded his speech, during which Green was forcibly removed from the House chamber for his disruptive outburst.

“Absolutely shameful. He should be censured,” Johnson said when asked by The Hill about the protest. “It’s a spectacle that was not necessary. He’s made history in a terrible way, and I hope he enjoys it.”

“If they want to make a 77-year-old heckling Congressman the face of their resistance, if that’s the Democrat party, so be it,” he added. “But we will not tolerate it on the House floor.”

Johnson stated he was “quite certain” that many House Republicans would introduce a resolution to censure Rep. Al Green (D-TX) for his disruptive protest, adding that he would “absolutely” bring it to the floor for consideration, the report said

The incident occurred just minutes into Trump’s speech on Tuesday night, as the president was discussing his “mandate” to serve. Green, a 20-year House veteran, suddenly stood up and began shouting in defiance, insisting Trump had no mandate. In response, Republicans erupted into chants of “USA” as security moved to remove Green from the chamber.

After continued shouting by Green, Johnson slammed his gavel and said “members are directed to uphold and maintain decorum in the House and to cease any further disruptions. That’s your warning.”

“Members are engaging in willful and continuing breach of decorum, and the chair is prepared to direct the sergeant at arms to restore order to the joint session,” he added.

“Mr. Green, take your seat,” Johnson said. “Take your seat sir.”

When Green refused to be quiet and sit down, Johnson ordered the sergeant at arms to remove Green from the chamber. Republicans started singing “Hey, hey, hey, goodbye” to Green.

The Democratic lawmaker was unrepentant when questioned about his behavior after being led out of the chamber.

“It’s worth it to let people know that there are some people who are going to stand up” to Trump, Green said.

House Republicans are expected to swiftly introduce a resolution to censure Rep. Al Green (D-TX) following his disruptive outburst during President Trump’s address, The Hill added.

Prior to the speech, the House Freedom Caucus board had already warned that any Democratic lawmaker who disrupted the president’s remarks could face censure.

“The President’s address to tonight’s joint session of Congress is a constitutional obligation — not a sideshow for Democrats to use noisemakers, make threats, throw things or otherwise disrupt. Our colleagues are on notice that the heckler’s veto will not be tolerated,” the group wrote. “You will be censured. We expect the Sergeant at Arms and Capitol Police to take appropriate action against any Members of Congress or other persons violating House rules.”

Johnson, in a post-speech interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, also predicted that a censure vote would be forthcoming.

Criticism of Green’s protest was not limited to Republicans. Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) told The Hill after the speech that the Texas Democrat’s outburst was “counterproductive.”

“I think to stand up and say, you know, he doesn’t have a mandate to cut Medicare, fine, but I think he, I think it went beyond decorum,” he said.

Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard will all visit the United States’ southern border on Wednesday as illegal border crossings are at all-time lows.

This comes as the Trump administration continues to use the “whole of government” approach to deal with the crisis at the border and move deportation efforts forward. Vance, Hegseth, and Gabbard will visit a federal facility that handles immigration in Eagle Pass, Texas, the Daily Wire reported.

During Trump’s first month in office, the number of people crossing the border illegally has dropped to levels not seen since the 1960s.

According to the Border Patrol, about 359 migrants are processed every day at the southern border. This is 90% less than at the same time last year, when Biden was president.

During the Biden administration, the border town caused a lot of trouble when Texas police took over a park that had been used to process and release immigrants coming into the US.

The Trump administration has promised to support the mass deportation effort with the “full might” of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DOD), and the Department of Justice (DOJ). This visit comes at the same time.

“In 30 days, the president sealed the border shut, declared the cartels to be terrorist organizations, has increased ICE deportations to levels not seen in decades, and we are shortly on the verge of achieving a pace and speed of deportations this country has never before seen,” White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy Stephen Miller recently remarked.

According to internal data obtained by Axios, the number of people crossing the U.S. southern border illegally dropped to its lowest level in decades in February.

Since Trump started enforcing and talking about his broad crackdown on immigration, the numbers have dropped sharply.

“The Invasion of our Country is OVER,” Trump wrote in a Saturday Truth Social post celebrating the decline.
The drop represents an overlap of Trump’s sweeping changes in policy and rhetoric with trends that began months before he returned to the White House, said the Migration Policy Institute’s Colleen Putzel-Kavanaugh, who closely tracks border data.

In February, the Border Patrol caught about 8,300 people who crossed the border illegally between ports of entry.

According to CBP data, the Border Patrol had about 29,100 encounters in January, which is less than the 47,300 they had the month before.

The numbers for February are the lowest they’ve been since FY2000, which is the first year that monthly data was made public.

Around 130,000 people met each other in February 2023 and 2024.

There was a “really key” reason for the downward trend “that often goes a bit under the radar,” according to Putzel-Kavanaugh.

The Trump administration initiated its long-promised crackdown on the first day of his term, causing significant disruptions throughout the immigration system.

Officials shut down an app that helped some migrants legally cross the border, used military planes to deport people, and made a big deal out of a plan to deport a lot of people.

Thousands of people were stuck in Mexico when the CBP One mobile app stopped working. Their appointments for asylum screenings had to be canceled.

“The calculus was really starting to shift [prior to the app being shut down] where people were waiting in Mexico to get those appointments and be able to be processed that way, because there would still be access to humanitarian protection,” Putzel-Kavanaugh said.

And since Mexico is a big part of keeping the number of people crossing the border low, it’s not clear how the tense cross-border diplomacy and the growing trade war will affect talks about immigration enforcement.

Democratic lawmakers may have bristled at President Donald Trump’s triumphant return to the Capitol, but polling suggests their constituents felt differently.

A CBS News/YouGov survey, conducted immediately after Trump’s joint address to Congress, polled a nationally representative sample of speech watchers—and the results are likely to delight the poll-conscious president.

The poll shows an overwhelming 76 percent of Americans viewing the speech approved of Trump’s remarks, with only 23 percent — less than a quarter — disapproving.

Sixty-eight percent of viewers described Trump’s speech as “hopeful,” with a majority also describing it as “presidential,” “inspiring,” “unifying,” and “entertaining.”

A clear majority of Americans who watched President Trump’s address felt he focused on issues that mattered to them, according to the CBS News/YouGov survey.

More than two-thirds of viewers said Trump has a clear plan to tackle inflation, which began under President Joe Biden. Additionally, over three-quarters of respondents supported Trump’s proposals on reducing government waste, immigration, and border security. Despite negative press coverage leading up to the speech, nearly one-quarter of viewers approved of Trump’s approach to handling Ukraine and Russia, Breitbart News reported, citing the polling results.

While presidential address audiences typically lean toward the sitting president’s party, the survey found that only 51% of viewers identified as Republicans, suggesting that Trump’s message resonated beyond his base.

Finally, more than three-quarters of viewers approved of Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) ordering the Sergeant at Arms to remove Rep. Al Green (D-TX) from the chamber after he disrupted President Trump’s speech despite multiple warnings.

Trump also won praise from members of the Republican Party and many in the media.

“Tonight, President Trump made his triumphant return to Congress to share his bold, optimistic vision for renewing the American Dream,” Johnson noted on the X platform.

“This is the fifth State of the Union address I’ve seen Trump give — it was by far his best,” Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) added.

“The best moment — emotional moment, was DJ, who’s battling cancer. He wanted to be a police officer and during the speech, the president said the Secret Service has made him an agent,” Fox News anchor Bret Baier said, reflecting on a teen cancer survivor in the audience whom the president recognized during his speech.

“If you ever doubted that Donald Trump is the political colossus of our time and our nation, this night and this speech should have put that to rest,” Fox’s Brit Hume noted as well.

Former Fox liberal Geraldo Rivera added: “Trump was strong, defiant and entertaining.”

Former CNN politico Chris Cillizza said, “That was a very effective speech. You can hate it or him. But that speech was aimed squarely at issues where the public is with Trump — and filled with made-for-sharing moments. A master image-maker at work (and you can hate him and acknowledge that’s true!)”

“I am just left feeling inspired and hopeful and there’s so much to look forward to,” said former collegiate champion swimmer and women in sports advocate Riley Gaines noted online.

“This speech is one of Trump’s best ever, and the Democrat behavior during it has been not only despicable but also colossally politically stupid. Whoever is advising these idiots just steered their party into an even deeper ditch than Joe Biden and Kamala Harris left them in,” Brietbart’s Matthew Boyle reflected.

A voter in Pennsylvania said, “I thought it was very positive… We used to be a country that would just let everything happen… I think now, we’re taking back things that should’ve never been given away. So, I think doing those tariffs… it’s well overdue.”

Art has been an integral part of human civilization for thousands of years, serving as a means of communication, self-expression, and cultural documentation. From the ancient cave paintings of Lascaux to the avant-garde installations of today, art continues to evolve while preserving its essence as a reflection of society and the human experience.

A Journey Through History

Art has always been a mirror of its time. In the Renaissance period, artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo created masterpieces that celebrated human potential and beauty. The Impressionists, such as Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh, broke free from traditional techniques to capture the fleeting moments of light and color in the world around them.

In modern times, art has taken on various forms, from digital media to abstract expressionism. Artists like Pablo Picasso revolutionized the concept of visual representation with movements like Cubism, while contemporary artists push boundaries with installations, performances, and new media art.

The Emotional and Psychological Impact of Art

Art has a profound effect on the human psyche. It can evoke deep emotions, challenge perceptions, and even provide therapeutic benefits. Studies show that engaging with art can reduce stress, improve cognitive function, and foster emotional well-being. Whether through painting, sculpture, music, or dance, art allows people to express feelings that words often fail to capture.

Art as a Form of Communication

Beyond its aesthetic value, art serves as a universal language. It transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, enabling individuals from different backgrounds to share stories, beliefs, and experiences. Street art, for example, has become a powerful medium for political and social commentary, giving a voice to marginalized communities and sparking important conversations.

The Future of Art

With advancements in technology, the art world continues to expand. Digital art, AI-generated works, and virtual reality experiences are redefining artistic creation and consumption. While traditional forms of art remain relevant, new media is opening up opportunities for artists to experiment and reach global audiences like never before.

Conclusion

Art is a timeless force that shapes and is shaped by humanity. Whether through the brushstrokes of a painter, the chisel of a sculptor, or the digital pixels of a modern creator, art remains an essential part of our existence. As it continues to evolve, one thing remains constant—its ability to inspire, challenge, and connect us all.

My 5-year-old son enjoyed visiting the Waffle House, but that day was like no other.

As we were seated at the place, waiting for our food to arrive, my boy Josiah spotted a man with worn-out clothes sitting outside.

Curious, he asked me what the man was doing on the street, to what I replied that he could be a homeless person.

Josiah, being just five, was interested to learn what that meant.

“He doesn’t have a home,” I said, adding that he probably doesn’t have anything to eat either.

Josiah was confused, and without hesitation, he got outside and told the man that he could eat with us.

The man seemed confused, and the entire restaurant was looking at Josiah, waiting to see what was going to happen. It was then that I told the man that he could have dinner with us.

He entered and Josiah ordered the biggest burger for him.

But, before the man took a bite, Josiah said, “Wait, we need to pray first.” And there, in the middle of the Waffle house, my 5-year-old son bowed his head and said a blessing.

At that moment, one by one, the rest of the diners started paying for meals and leaving money on the counter. The truck driver sitting opposite us told the waitress, “Make sure he has enough for breakfast tomorrow.” An elderly lady placed $20 on the counter and said, “For anyone else who might need it.”

The waitress was stunned. She said that in the 12 years working at the diner she had never witnessed anything similar.

Then and there, I felt like the proudest mother there was.

The ripple effect Josiah’s act triggered was nothing short of amazing.

Josiah, happy he made a new friend, took a bite out of the man’s hamburger and sked him if he like it. “The best burger I’ve ever had,” the man said, doing his best not to let tears run down his face.

Before we left, Josiah gave the man his favorite sweater. “You can have it,” he said, “In case you get cold on the streets.”

As we headed home, my 5-year-old asked me if he had done a good thing.

“You did a wonderful thing, sweetheart,” I said as I gave him a kiss on the forehead.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is doubling down on her efforts to help migrants in the country illegally to evade capture and deportation.

In an interview with NPR, the Bronx Democrat told host Steve Inskeep that she was going to continue providing guidance to illegal immigrants despite being threatened with potential federal charges by border czar Tom Homan.

“You had a recent dispute, if that’s the right word, with Tom Homan, the president’s homeland security czar, so-called. You held an online forum, a Know Your Rights forum, that he didn’t like. What were you doing? What was your goal as you saw it?” Inskeep asked.

“My job is to educate and act as a liaison of critical information to my constituents, and I was informing all of my constituents of their constitutional protections and, in particular, their — their constitutional protections against illegal search and seizure in the United States,” Ocasio-Cortez — who also took an oath to support the laws of the country — said.

“Homan was upset, I suppose, because he felt that you were giving advice to people who were here illegally,” Inskeep responded. “Were you?”

“I was giving advice to all of my constituents, yeah,” AOC said before Inskeep noted that Homan had requested a legal opinion from the Department of Justice regarding her actions.

“Have you heard from the Department of Justice?” he asked.

“I have not, and I intend on reaching out to the Department of Justice to inquire,” the Democratic ‘Squad’ member said. “I think it’s important to know where this administration stands and if they intend on using political intimidation to silence their critics.”

Ocasio-Cortez did send a letter earlier this week to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi demanding to know whether she was the subject of such an investigation after Homan announced he had referred her to the Justice Department for potential criminal charges.

“I write to request clarity on whether the Department of Justice (DOJ) has yielded to political pressure and attempts to weaponize the agency against elected officials whose speech they disagree with. Over the past two weeks, ‘Border Czar’ Tom Homan has gone on multiple forums threatening political prosecution against me, citing resources I distributed informing my constituents and the American public of their constitutional and legal rights,” she said to begin her letter.

“On February 13, 2025, Mr. Homan announced that he had asked the Deputy Attorney General to open an investigation, and that I will be ‘in trouble now.’ It has been 14 days since Mr. Homan first threatened to weaponize your agency, but I have not yet heard any referral from the federal government. Homan’s actions undercut core Constitutional rights and further transparency is necessary,” AOC added before quoting the First Amendment of the Constitution.

“Indeed, last week, Vice President Vance said that ‘we may disagree with your views, but we will fight to defend your right to offer it in the public square.’ Mr. Homan’s repeated attempts to use your agency to politically intimidate duly elected officials are a textbook threat to the right to free speech in the United States. Threatening criminal proceedings for exercising the First Amendment is itself a violation of the First Amendment,” she continued.

“Educating the public about their rights, especially in a time of rising uncertainty, is a key part of our responsibility as elected officials. A government that uses threats of DOJ investigations to suppress free speech is a threat to all, regardless of political ideology. Please respond no later than March 5, 2025, with an update on the Department of Justice’s response to Mr. Homan’s request and transparency as to whether my office or myself is actively under investigation for exercising their First Amendment rights and executing on our congressional responsibilities,” Ocasio-Cortez wrote.

Joe Biden had repeatedly denied that he would commute what was likely to be a substantial prison sentence or pardon his son Hunter for his convictions related to gun ownership and tax evasion.

He declared he had changed his mind on the Sunday night following Thanksgiving, when the American public’s focus was firmly elsewhere.

In a press release announcing his decision, he wrote, “There has been an attempt to break Hunter – who has been sober for five and a half years, despite relentless attacks and selective prosecution.” They have attempted to break me in an attempt to break Hunter, and there is no reason to think that this will end. Enough is enough.

Republicans have already blasted Biden’s action, accusing him of hypocrisy for both breaching his pledge and abusing his position as president to shield his son. Colorado Democratic Governor Jared Polis swiftly issued a statement expressing his disappointment and claiming that the action would “tarnish” the reputation of the departing president.

Family members have previously been pardoned by presidents. Bill Clinton granted clemency in 2001 for his brother Roger’s drug conviction from 1985. However, Hunter Biden’s “full and unconditional” pardon was especially expansive. From the beginning of 2014 until this Sunday, it covers his criminal convictions as well as any upcoming charges for “offenses against the United States.”

During that time, Hunter Biden participated in various international transactions and served on the board of the Ukrainian energy company Burisma for two years, during which his father held the position of vice president. Republicans have accused Hunter Biden of improperly taking advantage of his father’s position of authority and of having ties to his son’s business activities.

Anyone who has heard Donald Trump rant about the American legal system in recent years may recognize the president’s justification for the pardon.

Trump pardoned a number of his close associates and allies who had been involved in the numerous criminal investigations that surrounded him during his presidency as he left office in 2021. He did this by eschewing the White House’s established protocols for using the extensive presidential pardon authority. Furthermore, there were minimal to no political repercussions for his action, despite the fact that he was criticized for it at the time.

In fact, Trump declared last week that he was proposing Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, who was granted a pardon in 2021, to serve as the United States ambassador to France. Kushner spent two years in prison after being found guilty in 2005 of campaign finance violations, tax evasion, and witness tampering.

But since Biden’s political career is coming to an end, the cost of his action is minimal. Additionally, there aren’t many Democrats in positions of authority to deal with the fallout, as the party lost both the White House and Congress last month.

Vice-President Kamala Harris would have been pressured to denounce Biden’s action, which would have at least temporarily halted her presidential transition. It might have reduced the likelihood of Biden taking such a broad action. Rather, the focus will soon return to the incoming Trump administration.

It seems that the procedures and established boundaries that had governed the use of presidential pardoning, or at the very least the rules governing it, have been drastically and irrevocably changed. Regardless of political affiliation, there may not be many reasons for anyone to be upset at this time.

“With this decision, Biden has now made it easier for Trump to abuse the clemency power again,” American University legal expert Jeffrey Crouch told CBS, the BBC’s US partner. “If presidents from both political parties feel free to abuse clemency without consequence, the pardon power becomes less a tool of grace and more of a political instrument.”

When the Biden pardon was announced, the Trump campaign quickly responded, claiming that during his second term, the president-elect would restore due process and make corrections to the US legal system.

It’s important to remember this when Trump takes office again because he is anticipated to use his pardoning authority to help associates who were charged during the Biden administration and to release numerous supporters who were found guilty during the riot at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021.

When Trump criticized the Hunter Biden pardon, he brought up the 6 January cases. He is probably going to bring up the president’s action when he pardons people next year.

Both sides are going to keep accusing each other of partisan prosecutions and acting above the law. The American public, which surveys indicate is already skeptical of government ethics, may become even more certain that both sides bear some of the blame.

Melania Trump enjoys a far healthier diet than her fast food loving husband. While Donald Trump has made history when becoming the oldest person to be sworn into office as US President, his diet is that of a much younger man.

The 78-year-old US President is well-known for his fast food diet, chomping down on McDonalds on Air Force One and guzzling up to 12 Diet Cokes every day.

But when it comes to nutrition, his wife, Melania Trump, takes a different, far healthier, approach.

The First Lady is said to enjoy a diet that is ‘fresh and organic,’ and aims at eating at least seven portions of fruit per day.

This simple and comforting rice pudding is a perfect dessert or breakfast option. Made with just a few ingredients and slow-cooked to perfection, it’s creamy, flavorful, and easy to prepare.

Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Rice Pudding
Ingredients:
Ingredient Quantity
Raw white rice 1 cup
Milk 4 cups
Sugar 1/2 cup
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions:
Rinse the rice: Rinse the raw white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Combine ingredients: Add the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the slow cooker.

Cook: Stir the mixture to combine, cover the slow cooker, and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the rice is tender and the pudding is creamy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Serve: Once cooked, give the pudding a good stir and serve warm. Enjoy!

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) stated on Sunday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may need to resign following a high-profile public clash with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance during a meeting in Washington last week.

Zelenskyy met with Trump, Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and others in the Oval Office on Friday where he engaged in a heated public exchange with them in front of reporters during discussions about a mineral rights deal and efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

“President Trump is trying to get these two parties to a point of peace,” Johnson told NBC’s “Meet the Press.” “What President Zelenskyy did in the White House was effectively signal to us that he’s not ready for that yet, and I think that’s a great disappointment.”

He went on to say that the Ukrainian leader “needs to come to his senses and return to the table with gratitude, or someone else needs to lead the country” for the United States to continue collaborating with Kyiv on a peace deal. He added that the Trump administration “has been very clear” that if Ukraine and Zelenskyy are ready for a deal, it can be negotiated.

When life brings us a lot of harsh dilemmas, we have to make a choice. And for Louisa, a 68 y.o. retired grandmother, instead of helping pay for her sick granddaughter’s medical treatments, she chose her dream trip. What happened next left Louisa suprised and she wrote to us to share her story and wanted to receive some comments.

This is Louisa’s letter:

I’m a 68 y.o. widow and I’ve been saving my retirement money for a dream trip.

My late husband and I always dreamed of seeing Paris, but life got in the way, and we never had the chance. Now, I wanted to take that trip-for both of us.

Recently, my grandchild, 12, became very ill, and my daughter begged me to help pay for the treatments. I said, “I won’t give up my last chance of joy!.” She stormed out in tears.

Today, when I came home my door was open. I rushed inside and froze when I saw my daughter packing up my belongings. I asked her what was happening, and she coldly replied,

“I’m renting out the house to pay for my child’s treatment. You can keep your trip money and even stay in Europe because you won’t have a home when you come back.”

I was stunned. The house is in her name because my husband and I, before he passed, decided to transfer it to her-she was going to inherit it anyway. But I never imagined she would use that against me and force me out of my own home.

Now, I’m staying in temporary housing, trying to figure out what to do next. It seems I won’t be taking that trip after all, as I’ll need the money to find a permanent place to live. I still can’t believe my own daughter would treat me this way.

Did I make a mistake? Was I wrong to hold onto my dream instead of helping her?

In a groundbreaking moment 16 years ago, Thomas Beatie etched his name in history as the world’s first man to undergo pregnancy.

Born female, Thomas underwent a gender transition, now identifying as a transgender man. The global spotlight shone on him when news broke of his remarkable journey to parenthood with the birth of his first daughter, Susan.

This momentous event, however, was not without its challenges. Thomas faced a barrage of death threats from individuals who opposed the idea of a man giving birth.

Undeterred by the backlash, Thomas has consistently championed his authentic self. Today, his family has expanded to include not only daughter Susan but also two sons.

With a total of three children, Thomas Beatie’s story continues to evolve….

Born in 1974 in Hawaii as Tracy Lehuanani LaGondino, Thomas Beatie embarked on a transformative journey that would later make headlines globally. At the age of ten, Thomas began identifying as a boy, and by the time he turned 23, he had initiated testosterone therapy.

In his teenage years, Thomas was a driven young man, a quality evident in his accomplishments. He pursued a career as a model and reached the finals of the Miss Hawaii Teen USA pageant. Additionally, Thomas excelled in martial arts, participating in karate and Taekwondo. His prowess in Taekwondo earned him a junior championship at the 1992 Aloha State Games.

In 2002, Thomas underwent surgery to remove his breasts. He officially changed his sex marker from “female” to “male” on both his state and federal identity documents. But he chose to retain his female reproductive organs – a decision that would play a pivotal role in his ability to become pregnant later on.

In a surprising turn of events in 2006, he halted his testosterone treatment with the aspiration of conceiving. Facing fertility challenges with his then-wife Nancy, Thomas made the courageous decision to carry the child himself.

The iconic image of Thomas Beatie sporting a heavily pregnant belly first circulated in 2008, creating ripples across the world. Media dubbed Beatie “the pregnant man” and news of his story quickly spread worldwide.

Yet, the journey was far from smooth, with hate emails and death threats pouring in from numerous quarters, including established media outlets.

”Doctors have discriminated against us, turning us away due to their religious beliefs. Health care professionals have refused to call me by a male pronoun or recognize Nancy as my wife. Receptionists have laughed at us. Friends and family have been unsupportive; most of Nancy’s family doesn’t even know I’m transgender,” Thomas later said.

During an extensive 48-hour labor, Susan, the first child of Thomas and Nancy, was born into the world healthy and happy. Thomas, determined to opt for a natural birth, defied expectations. His case marked the first documented instance where a legally recognized male gave birth within a marital union with a woman.

Over the course of five years without testosterone, Thomas experienced four more pregnancies (one of which resulted in an ectopic pregnancy). Together with his first wife, Nancy, he raised Susan and sons Austin and Jensen, presenting themselves as a traditional family with strong values.

In a significant television debut, Thomas Beatie took center stage with an exclusive hour-long interview on the Oprah Winfrey Show in April 2008. Addressing a global audience, he openly discussed his belief in the reproductive right to bear a child, irrespective of his male gender identity.

During the interview, Beatie emphasized: “It’s not a male or female desire to want to have a child; it’s a human desire. I’m a person, and I have the right to have my own biological child.”

His words echoed a powerful assertion of his personal autonomy and challenged conventional perceptions surrounding gender and parenthood.

In 2016, Thomas entered a new chapter, marrying a new partner, Amber. Despite having known each other since 2012, a tumultuous divorce with Nancy delayed Thomas and Amber’s nuptials.

The couple moved to Oregon with their blended family, consisting of Susan, Austin, Jensen, and Amber’s grandchild Lily.

Reflecting on their bustling household, Thomas shared: “It can get pretty loud with four kids aged 3, 5, 6, and 7, but we love it,” in an interview with Daily Mail.

Sixteen years have elapsed since Thomas became a public figure, yet he continues to make occasional appearances on social media and in people’s feeds.

In a recent interview with USA Today, he shared insights into his current endeavors, revealing that he now works as a stockbroker in Phoenix. He continues to live with his wife Amber, whom he met at the daycare where his children were enrolled.

His older children divide their time between his residence and their mother’s home, located approximately ten miles away.

According to Thomas, he lives a relatively quiet life but once in a while, he does public-speaking jobs and takes on modest acting opportunities.

Looking back on the whirlwind of attention that surrounded him 16 years ago when he graced the front pages, Thomas acknowledged the lasting impact of those significant moments in his life.

Reflecting on the past, Thomas, now in his 50s, remarked: “When my story came out, there wasn’t a single person in the public eye as a transgender man — most people had never heard of it.”

”This was pre-Chaz Bono. This was pre-Caitlyn Jenner. This was before anyone knew anything. It was a first exposure for a lot of people. And then on top of that, they can give birth! I think exposing the importance of fertility for trans people was a huge eye-opener.”

”Everything was a whirlwind,” he said. ”But I still don’t regret it,” Thomas shared

The world of business and technology was rocked by an unexpected revelation when one of Elon Musk’s ex-wives made a cryptic statement that left people buzzing with speculation. “It’s time to tell the world about this man in disguise,” she declared, sending shockwaves across social media and igniting debates about what she might reveal about the billionaire entrepreneur.

Musk, the enigmatic CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and X (formerly Twitter), has long been a figure of both admiration and controversy. With his ambitious plans to colonize Mars, revolutionize the electric vehicle industry, and push the limits of artificial intelligence, Musk has built an empire that has reshaped global industries. But beneath the surface of his public persona as a visionary, billionaire, and tech genius, his ex-wife’s words suggest that there’s more to the story—something the world has yet to see.

A Mysterious Warning That Shook Social Media

The statement came during a private interview, where the former spouse of Musk, who has largely kept a low profile since their split, hinted at undisclosed details about their past. She did not provide specific allegations but strongly suggested that the truth about Musk’s character and actions needed to come to light.

“People see the visionary, the billionaire, the genius,” she said during the interview. “But there’s a side of him that the world hasn’t seen, and it’s time for the truth to come out.”

Her ominous choice of words left many questioning what exactly she meant. Was she referring to their marriage and personal relationship, revealing hidden emotional struggles, or was she alluding to something bigger—something tied to his global empire and influence?

The Internet Erupts with Theories

As soon as her words hit the internet, social media exploded with speculation and theories. The mystery surrounding her comments fueled widespread debates and discussions, with many people divided over what her statement could imply.

Some believed she was referring to Musk’s personal life, potentially exposing hidden truths about his relationships, family dynamics, or private struggles. Others, however, speculated that it could be linked to his business dealings, questioning whether there were undisclosed controversies behind his meteoric rise to success.

Many online users took to Twitter, now X (the platform Musk owns), to express their thoughts:

🗣️ “Could she be talking about the way he treats people behind closed doors? His personal relationships have always been complicated.”

🔍 “I bet this has something to do with Tesla or SpaceX. Maybe there’s a darker side to his business dealings we don’t know about.”

💰 “The man is worth over $200 billion. Of course, there are secrets he doesn’t want the public to know. Maybe she’s about to expose them.”

Meanwhile, some of Musk’s most loyal supporters quickly jumped to his defense, dismissing the claims as a publicity stunt or an attempt to tarnish his reputation.

🚀 “This just sounds like a bitter ex trying to make headlines. Musk has always been open about his life and challenges.”

⚡ “Elon has done more for humanity than most people ever will. Sounds like someone just wants attention.”

A Long History of Controversies and Speculation

This revelation isn’t the first time Musk’s personal life has come under scrutiny. Over the years, the billionaire’s relationships and intense work ethic have been widely discussed.

Musk has been married multiple times, most notably to Justine Musk, the mother of his five children, and Talulah Riley, a British actress he married and divorced twice. He has also been romantically linked to music artist Grimes, with whom he shares children, and has had legal battles over parental custody in the past.

Justine Musk, in particular, has previously spoken about their marriage, describing Musk as an intense and sometimes controlling partner. However, she has also praised his genius and drive, acknowledging that his obsession with his work often overshadowed his personal relationships.

Could this new revelation be coming from Justine, Talulah, or someone else entirely? And more importantly, is she hinting at something new that the world hasn’t heard before?

Is Musk Hiding Something?

While Musk has remained silent on the matter, his lack of response has only fueled speculation further. Typically known for being vocal on social media—whether responding to critics, debating AI risks, or trolling his opponents—Musk’s refusal to acknowledge the controversy has made some wonder: Is he trying to avoid giving credibility to the statement, or is there something he truly wants to keep hidden?

His empire, which spans multiple industries, has had its fair share of controversies over the years. Some of the most notable include:

🚗 Tesla’s Workplace Culture – Reports of harsh work conditions, discrimination lawsuits, and aggressive management tactics have surfaced over the years.

🚀 SpaceX’s Rapid Expansion – Musk has been accused of pushing employees to extreme limits, with reports of harsh deadlines and overwhelming stress.

💡 AI and Neuralink – Some fear that his ambition to merge AI with the human brain could have unethical consequences.

👨‍💼 Business Tactics – His unpredictable leadership style and tweets influencing stock markets have raised concerns.

Could the cryptic statement from his ex-wife be connected to any of these issues? Or is this something even more shocking and personal?

Will Musk Respond?

The billionaire’s silence raises a crucial question—Will Musk respond?

If history has shown anything, it’s that Musk isn’t one to ignore controversy for too long. Whether he chooses to address the allegations directly or continues business as usual, one thing is certain:

The world is watching.

Will this mysterious revelation lead to a deeper understanding of Musk, or will it fade into the realm of speculation and gossip? Only time will tell.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to the White House took an unexpected turn when the Ukrainian president faced criticism—not over politics or military strategy, but for his choice of attire.

Invited to meet with President Trump on February 28, Zelenskyy arrived in his signature military-style clothing, a choice he has maintained since the start of Ukraine’s war with Russia. However, this sparked controversy, with some accusing him of being “disrespectful” for not donning a traditional suit.

As the two leaders entered the West Wing, Trump made a pointed remark: “He is all dressed up today.” The comment set the tone for what would become a heated encounter. According to Sky News, Zelenskyy had been advised to wear formal attire for the meeting but chose to disregard the suggestion.

During the Oval Office press briefing, reporter Brian Glenn directly confronted the Ukrainian leader. “Why don’t you wear a suit? You’re at the highest level in this country’s office, and you refuse to wear a suit. Do you own a suit?” he asked.

Unfazed, Zelenskyy offered a sharp response: “I will wear a suit after this war is over. Maybe something like yours. Maybe better, maybe cheaper.” He quickly pivoted the conversation back to more pressing matters—the ongoing war and its devastating toll on Ukraine.

Despite Zelenskyy’s refusal to engage further, the criticism continued. Glenn, a well-known MAGA supporter and partner of Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, took to Twitter to double down on his remarks.

“I have extreme empathy for the people of Ukraine and all of those involved in this destructive war. The lives that have been lost are precious and that’s something a country can never get back. The war needs to end,” Glenn wrote.

However, he then shifted focus to Ukraine’s reliance on U.S. financial support.

“With that said, the United States has given Ukraine over $120 billion (some say closer to $300 billion) in assistance. That’s hard-earned tax dollars from Americans, and most Americans are against funding it,” he continued.

Glenn also argued that world leaders should dress “respectfully for the occasion,” implying that Zelenskyy’s attire undermined the gravity of his request for continued support.

While Zelenskyy has maintained his military-style look as a symbol of solidarity with his troops, critics argue that diplomatic settings require a different approach. Still, the Ukrainian president has made it clear: for him, fashion takes a backseat to the fight for his country’s survival.