Costner and casting director, Kelly Noonan Gores, casually began seeing each other in August 2025, according to People.

"Kelly is seeing Kevin, but it's very casual," a source told the outlet at the time. "She thinks he's wonderful and interesting."

The two kept their relationship mostly private, with a source telling US Weekly in January that Gores has been "grounding" for Costner, and that he is "not looking for a serious relationship or marriage any time soon."

"It’s very private and casual," the source said. "After such a public and expensive divorce, he’s being cautious. They see each other when schedules allow, often spending time at his Santa Barbara estate. They love dinners at home, walks on the beach and quiet nights in."

It is unclear when or if the two stopped seeing each other.

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Brooks Nader and Costner sparked romance rumors when they were photographed together at the Las Vegas opening of the social club Zero Bond.

According to TMZ, the two both attended Scott Sartiano’s VIP dinner and were seen chatting.

The "Baywatch" actress shut down the rumors while speaking to Entertainment Tonight later that month.

"Oh my gosh. I am single. As of right now, I am single," she told the outlet before covering her face with her hands.

The FlyDubai attempted hijacking shows the U.S. and its allies are still using outdated counterterrorism assumptions against increasingly sophisticated enemies, a U.S. rescue expert and 9/11 first responder warns.

"They’re good at chess," Bryan Stern, chairman and CEO of Grey Bull Rescue, told Fox News Digital on Monday, saying the radical ideology behind the FlyDubai attack is a ringing "bell" for global aviation security and Western counterterrorism strategy.

"And we’re, if we’re lucky, playing checkers – if we’re lucky – and I would argue we’re not even playing checkers that well."

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Stern, whose global nonprofit conducts evacuations from war zones and hostage situations, said the thwarted FlyDubai attack by "an angry, radicalized, Sunni bad guy" is showing just how far behind our enemies we are in this post-9/11 world.

"They understand us significantly more than we understand them," Stern, who has been "hunting the bad guys" for 30 years, said. Stern said the U.S. has to understand the "asymmetric warfare" as well as the increasingly sophisticated enemy does.

"The reason why a football coach watches game tapes is not to watch his own team play, it's to watch the bad guys play," he said. "We gotta start watching some game tapes."

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Stern is intimately in tune with the playbook on the ground in war zones, including the Middle East and Iran.

"We conduct these operations in these places still to this very day," he said. "We're actually on the ground, meaning I know people in Hezbollah, I know people in the Taliban. I know people in ISIS. I know people in ISIS-K. I've met with radical jihadi weirdos and whack jobs personally."

United Arab Emirates investigators have described the incident aboard FlyDubai flight FZ1073 as an attempted terror attack after the co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and tried to hijack the plane, which was carrying more than 170 passengers and crew, most of them Israelis. Australian authorities have also said a counterterrorism unit is investigating the co-pilot’s links to Australia.

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"The bad guys are completely not afraid. They're completely emboldened. They have got the whole world to hate Israel, the whole world to hate us," he said. "It's a tough problem."

Since the incident, there has been renewed vigilance in aviation and foreign airline security. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed his national security council to review security procedures for foreign civil aviation to Israel, while Vice President JD Vance said Monday that flight security procedures are also under review in the U.S.

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"I was asked years ago when I was still with the government," Stern said. "A team was put together and the question before the court was, if you were al-Qaeda, what would you do?"

"What I came up with was ... I would get 19 hijackers, and I would hijack four airplanes, and I would fly them into buildings in America, and then issue a communique that said: 20 years of war, you are no safer today than you were before – that for TSA, and Homeland Security, and Iraq, and Afghanistan and all the different things, you are actually no safer, America, today than you were before," he said.

"We're seeing, sadly," he lamented, "that academic hypothetical situation has now become a reality, or certainly a possibility."

Despite President Donald Trump and the War Department's best efforts to rid the world of terrorist groups – and Iran of nuclear weapons aspirations – "you can't bomb your way into peace," Stern claimed.

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"They have been in holy war against us," he added. "We have now engaged in a holy war against them."

"On Ramadan, the holiest month of the year in Islam, on the first day, which is the holiest day, we detonated the leader of the Shia faith, the Ayatollah," he said, likening it to "if somebody assassinated the pope on Easter Sunday while he's giving mass at the Vatican."

Stern explained that rooting out ideological terror in the U.S. is more complex than ever, because even if the border is not open any longer under Trump, the terrorist networks might be infiltrating America with U.S. passport holders – making them tough to investigate, if not impossible to spot before an attack.

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Stern likened it to the release of the suspects in the RAF Fairford investigation – potential terrorist passport holders walking free.

"Until I actually squeeze the triggers, I haven't committed a crime yet," he said. "Now give me an airplane."

"That's the problem."

Stern noted that the nature of America's adversaries in the current conflict is unlike what the U.S. faced in places like Afghanistan.

"We need to remember we are very used to shooting people like the Taliban who don't know what plumbing is – who literally for years lived in caves until we showed up and gave them stuff," he continued. "The bad guys that we're talking about today are extremely sophisticated. They are extremely resourced, extremely resourceful. They're very intelligent, they're very smart, and they're very good at what they do."

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"The Persian Empire is the only empire of empires who have been all the way on top and all the way defeated at the bottom – six times," he said. "They're looking at us going, you're 250 years old. How adorable. You're cute, America."

Stern predicted that some day even 9/11 — which he survived as a first responder — is ultimately going to be dwarfed.

"What will happen, probably is we'll get attacked – just like 9/11, we'll get attacked," he said. "We'll say, 'Oh my God, how did this happen?' People will wake up."

"I promise you there will come a time, it will be, you know, June 26 or whatever, where we're gonna read about 9/11, and we're gonna say, 'Wow, that wasn't so bad, only 3,000 died,'" he warned.

"Why? Because we have created a holy war. We have now gotten into the crazy. And you cannot unring that bell."

Playing for the Eagles doesn’t automatically make Kelce a bad choice to call their games. Judge him on what he says.

Kelce did lay it on a little thick when praising Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni for calling a timeout late in the first half. The timeout gave replay officials more time to look at a potential fumble. It was a smart move, but Kelce was a little over-the-top in his approval.

The other main complaint was that Kelce talked too much. One user posted, "Jason Kelce hasn’t stopped talking," while another viewer accused him of leaving Warner with nothing to do.

I don't agree with that assessment. The three-man booth can be challenging to navigate and often one analyst spends more time talking. But I felt the distribution made sense.

There’s room for Kelce’s enthusiasm alongside Warner’s analysis, especially when they’re looking at the game from different positions. The long-snapping sequence was my favorite part, but I’d like to hear that quarterback-center conversation on more broadcasts.

And social media wasn't entirely negative. Chase Senior had a take I agreed with: "I actually think this role suits him better than being on the set for ESPN."

Kelce is a natural as a game broadcaster. I wouldn’t be surprised if a network offers him a nice raise to do it full-time.

Kid Rock opened up about his collaboration with fellow Detroit musician Eminem on his new Christian album, "Halfway 2 Jesus," telling "My View with Lara Trump" on Saturday that the longtime friends have refused to let their political differences come between them.

The rocker said he hoped the collaboration would send a message about maintaining friendships despite political disagreements, highlighting his nearly 40-year friendship with Eminem.

"We said years ago, we said, 'Man, let's not let politics divide us.' And we never did. And so when I asked him to be part of this... he totally got it," Kid Rock said.

"Two little foul-mouthed white rappers from Detroit maybe could set a good example for the rest of this country" by showing that it's OK to differ politically and still be friends, he added.

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He called Eminem a "class act" and said the freedom to hold differing opinions is what makes the United States great.

"Since when can you not express your points and your views and your opinions?" Kid Rock said, adding that he believes politics has no place onstage.

Instead, the Detroit-born singer hopes to use his music to bring people together through faith. His new Christian album reflects his lifelong relationship with God, he said, rather than a sudden religious conversion. 

He described the album as a collection of songs centered on forgiveness and second chances and outlined plans to bring Christian revival-style performances to arenas and stadiums.

"After Charlie Kirk was assassinated, like a lot of people, I started to become closer to my faith," Kid Rock said, adding that his renewed focus on faith inspired a period of songwriting that shaped the album.

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Despite the album's religious themes, the singer rejected the suggestion that he had undergone a sudden religious conversion, saying his faith has always been part of his identity.

"I didn't get saved. I'm still Kid Rock. I'm still going to drink a beer and smoke a cigar," he said.

"I feel like I've always been right with God."

Kid Rock also pointed to a connection between his birthday, Jan. 17, 1971, and his middle name, James, and the Bible verse James 1:17, which he said "basically says all good things come from God."

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Beyond his personal faith, the singer said he hopes the album will encourage Americans to put aside their political differences.

"This record is about second chances and forgiveness. It's about trying to heal some of the division in our country," he said.

He said he wants to bring his Christian music to arenas and stadiums, combining a traditional rock concert with a religious revival.

"I wanted to create the songs that I wanted to go to church and hear," he said.

"And I want to have revivals, Saturday night revivals in arenas, stadiums, people drinking beer, having a good time, celebrating our Lord and Savior," he said, calling the proposed performances a "full-on monster rock show."

"I think that could do a lot of good in the world."

You don’t need an advanced degree in human behavior or social media to know that, even in the fall, bikini content plays.

Hannah will have plenty of camouflage this fall, but I'd still expect to see her mix up the content with the hits. Just like the noodling, if you stop by for one thing she's hoping to hook you on another.

That's been around in the world of entertainment for a long time, but that doesn’t mean anyone can pull it off. You have to have the talent to get to your first hit then the talent to take it and spin it into other hits.

No question about it, the "Catfish Girl," Hannah Barron, has the outdoor influencer talent. She has the instincts and a long content future in front of her.

Trump has been trying to get Ukraine to stop hitting Russian refineries amid concerns about the cost of diesel.

Slater has eyes on Nemeth’s prize and if he wins, he would become the youngest TNA world champion ever at the age of 22. The British superstar addressed Nemeth on Thursday night’s "Impact" and vowed to accomplish his goal. Director of Authority Santino Marella stipulated that neither competitor could put their hands on each other before their match.

"Nic, let’s get one thing clear – that rule isn’t saving me. That rule is saving you," Slater said, "Because in a couple of days at Bound for Glory, when I finally get to beat your a— and take that title, you are going to realize exactly why they call me ‘The Youngest In Charge.’ "

Slater has been TNA’s most prolific rising star in recent memory. He joined the company in 2023 and won the X Division Championship in May 2025. He nearly set the TNA record for longest-reigning X Division champion but Cedric Alexander spoiled his shot at history this past May.

Slater became a two-time X Division champion at Slammiversary, defeating Alexander in a Last Man Standing Match inside of a steel cage. But his reign lasted for just a few hours.

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Later that night, Slater addressed Nemeth and told him he would be cashing in Option C. The decision allowed Slater to trade his X Division Championship in for a shot at the world title. The match was then set for Bound for Glory.

Slater has a chance to etch his name alongside TNA Wrestling legends like Kurt Angle, Christian Cage, Sting, Jeff Jarrett, Moose and Jeff Hardy. But getting past Nemeth isn’t going to be easy.

Nemeth is in the middle of his second reign. He defeated Mike Santana for the title at Slammiversary. He earned the chance after winning the Call Your Shot Gauntlet – a match that is also taking place at Bound for Glory that will see at least one wrestler earn a world title shot down the line.

Now, Nemeth has a shot to play spoiler against Slater.

Bound for Glory is set to take place at the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida. The action will begin at 4:30 p.m. ET and can be seen on TNA+.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is coordinating with federal agencies to monitor travelers entering the United States from Siberia amid concerns about a possible pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia, the agency's director revealed Wednesday.

CDC Director Dr. Erica Schwartz said the Trump administration is working across multiple agencies to identify travelers arriving from the region following the mysterious death of a Russian laboratory worker, while emphasizing that the risk to Americans remains minimal.

"We are very confident that the threat to the United States is extremely low," Schwartz said during a Wall Street Journal health forum Wednesday.

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The concerns stem from the Oct. 2 death of Darya Shipilova, a 28-year-old employee of the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute in Siberia, whose death has fueled speculation about a possible pneumonic plague infection.

Russian authorities have maintained that Shipilova died from pneumonia of unknown origin and have not confirmed that she was infected with Yersinia pestis, the bacteria that causes pneumonic plague.

Schwartz said the CDC is working with the departments of Homeland Security, State and War, among other federal agencies, to track potential arrivals from the region.

"There are about 200 flights that come into the United States from Siberia, that region," Schwartz said, adding that those flights typically arrive at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport.

"We have a port health station set up in JFK so that we can do appropriate surveillance and screening if anyone from that area comes into the United States," she continued.

The CDC director stressed that while pneumonic plague is a serious bacterial infection capable of spreading between people through respiratory droplets, early detection and treatment can prevent deaths.

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"The one good thing, if I could say there's a good thing, is that it's a treatable, highly treatable bacterial disease with common antibiotics that most physicians within the United States can utilize," Schwartz said.

The illness is caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis and is considered the most serious form of plague, according to the CDC. Symptoms can include fever, chest pain, coughing and rapidly developing pneumonia. Without prompt antibiotic treatment, the infection can be fatal, the agency warns.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has pressed Moscow for additional information about Shipilova's death.

Russian authorities placed approximately 200 people who had contact with the deceased laboratory worker under quarantine, according to Euronews. On Thursday, Irkutsk Gov. Igor Kobzev said preventive measures had been completed and roughly 5,000 laboratory tests had detected no pathogens, according to the Associated Press.

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However, Russian officials have not publicly identified the pathogen responsible for Shipilova's pneumonia or definitively ruled out pneumonic plague as the cause of her death, according to The Associated Press.

Asked whether Moscow was being sufficiently transparent with American authorities, Schwartz indicated that the administration was still seeking answers.

"We are still having those conversations about what exactly happened in Siberia," she said, adding that U.S. officials were working with information about an unconfirmed case of pneumonic plague.

The fearsome pace quartet and Steve Smith's brilliance serves as a reminder of Australia's quality as the tourists take charge against South Africa.

Apple's next entry-level iPad models, codenamed J581 and J582, will not arrive until early 2027, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

He added that Apple plans a major iPad Air refresh to add an OLED display and a new iPad Pro in 2027. The latter could gain a vapor chamber to improve thermals and performance. A new iPad mini is still expected to arrive at the end of October this year.
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Apple is preparing new displays and large numbers of demo units for the iPhone Duo's October 23 launch, but supply will be limited, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.


Ahead of the October 23 launch, Apple plans to set aside a section of its Fifth Avenue flagship store for the ‌iPhone Duo‌. Most locations will add an extra spotlight table for the device, using Apple's white display tables with central posts. Gurman said a new fixture will show how the phone folds and unfolds.

The number of demonstration devices will vary considerably between locations. Fifth Avenue in New York is expected to receive more than 150 units for customers to try and for other displays, compared with nearly 100 at the Apple Park Visitor Center. Non-flagship stores will receive approximately 20 units each on average.

Three other prominent stores will fall between those allocations: Chicago's Michigan Avenue, The Grove in Los Angeles, and Manhattan's Upper West Side. Each is expected to have approximately 30 to 40 devices.

Visitors will be able to explore StandBy on untethered phones in the Avenue display areas along the sides of stores. For comparisons on store tables, Apple has designed a MagSafe stand that accommodates an open ‌iPhone Duo‌ and two conventional iPhones.

The retail preparations come as Apple faces tighter supply than it had anticipated. According to Gurman, around two months ago the company believed production constraints could prevent sales from starting until later in November. It has since assembled sufficient inventory to proceed with this month's release, although stock is expected to remain limited.

Apple is also equipping stores with "Presto" machines adapted for the ‌iPhone Duo‌. Apple's wireless system can install software updates without opening an iPhone's packaging, and will also add the buyer's name to the greeting displayed during the device's first startup. Gurman previously said the personalized greeting will be offered in U.S. Apple Stores in English and Spanish.

‌iPhone Duo‌ pre-orders open October 16 at 5 a.m. Pacific Time, with sales starting on October 23. The 256GB model starts at $1,999 in the United States.
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Throughout the day, journalists from the Kyiv Independent heard explosions in both downtown Kyiv and further out.

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Have you ever taken a photo you really liked, only to realize later that you stood too close, cut off part of the background or framed the subject in the wrong spot? Normally, fixing that means cropping even more of the photo. Now your phone may be able to go in the other direction.

Apple added new Extend and Reframe tools to Photos in iOS 27. Instead of simply cutting away part of an image, Apple Intelligence can generate additional areas around the original shot or change its perspective after you take it. Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones offer similar AI editing tools that can help rescue photos that did not come out quite the way you planned.

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Apple added several Apple Intelligence upgrades to Photos with iOS 27. Two of the most useful are Extend and Reframe.

Extend lets you expand a photo beyond its original borders. For example, if someone's head is too close to the top of the image or you want more space around the subject, Apple Intelligence can generate additional background.

Reframe goes further. Apple says it lets you change the point of capture after taking the photo. You can move the image, zoom, rotate it and adjust its perspective while Apple Intelligence generates the additional portions needed for the new composition.

These tools go beyond traditional cropping. Cropping removes part of your image. Extend and Reframe can create parts of the image that were never captured by the camera. Because these are generative AI features, take a close look at the final result. AI-generated areas can sometimes contain strange details, especially around faces, hands, text or complicated backgrounds.

Extend and Reframe require Apple Intelligence and iOS 27 or later.

Apple Intelligence works on:

Availability can also depend on your language and region. Apple says some Apple Intelligence features may have usage limits. If you have an older iPhone that can install iOS 27 but does not support Apple Intelligence, you will not get these particular editing tools.

Use Extend when you want more room around the subject or need to expand the edges of your original photo.

If you change your mind later, Apple lets you return to the editing tools and reset the Extend changes.

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Use Reframe when the composition or perspective feels wrong rather than simply too tight.

This can be especially useful when your subject is awkwardly positioned or you wish you had held the camera at a slightly different angle.

Samsung takes a somewhat different approach. Compatible Galaxy phones use Galaxy AI Photo Assist, which includes tools for moving, removing and adding objects in a photo. For this trick, the Move tool is the one to use. It lets you reposition, rotate or resize part of the image, then uses generative AI to fill in the background created by your changes. Samsung's standard Gallery editor also lets you change the aspect ratio, rotate the picture and adjust its angle.

Menus can vary slightly by Galaxy model and software version.

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Google Photos has one of the closest Android alternatives to Apple's new Extend tool. It's called Auto frame. Google says Auto frame can recompose a photo that is too tightly cropped or poorly framed. It can also use AI to fill in missing areas and extend the background.

Make sure you have the latest version of the Google Photos app.

Google also includes Straighten, Rotate, Perspective and Aspect ratio controls in the same Crop section if you want to make the adjustment yourself.

Google rolls out some Photos features gradually. Therefore, if you do not see Auto frame, update Google Photos and check again. Availability can also vary by device, account and region.

AI photo editing works best when you give it a reasonably clear original image. Here are a few things to keep in mind.

AI can generate new areas around an image, but it cannot completely rescue every blurry or badly exposed shot. Start with the clearest version you have.

Instead of dramatically expanding the entire picture, try adding a little extra space around the edges. Smaller edits can look more natural.

Zoom in before saving. Check faces, hands, hair, jewelry and clothing for unexpected changes.

Generative AI can struggle with letters and numbers. Look closely at street signs, shirts, storefronts and anything else containing text.

When your phone gives you the option, save the edited version as a copy. That way, you still have the untouched photo if the AI result does not look right later.

One of the frustrating things about smartphone photography is realizing you almost got the perfect shot. Maybe you stood a little too close, left the person too far to one side or tilted the camera just enough to make the composition feel wrong. iOS 27 gives supported iPhones another way to fix those mistakes with Extend and Reframe. I also like that Galaxy and Pixel owners have comparable options instead of sitting this one out. These tools will not replace taking a well-framed photo in the first place, but they can give a photo you would otherwise delete another shot.

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As a contact lens loses moisture, it may move less freely on the eye, Kattouf said. 

Removing a particularly dry lens could potentially disturb the epithelium, the outer layer of the cornea, causing significant irritation and potentially affecting vision.

For travelers preparing for a long flight, Kattouf recommends bringing an up-to-date pair of prescription glasses.

"Wearing glasses during a long flight is more ideal for eye health and long-term comfortable contact [lens] wear," she said.

As another option, travelers who begin their journey wearing contacts can switch to glasses before sleeping or partway through the flight, Kattouf suggested.

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For those who keep their contacts in, single-use vials of artificial tears may also help provide additional lubrication during the flight, according to Kattouf.

The issue has also led to discussion among travelers online, with some saying they routinely opt for glasses during longer trips.

"I [always] wear glasses on long flights," one Reddit user wrote. "My eyes just feel so much more comfortable by the time I land, and I don't have to worry about taking them out at the airport or on the plane, or sleeping on the plane."

Another traveler said that leaving contacts in place during a flight left the person regretting the decision.

"My eyes were so dry at the end, even with eyedrops," the person wrote. 

The Houthis have stepped up their attacks on Saudi Arabian soil, and while the physical damage can be quickly repaired, its reputation for stability is taking a battering.

The boat was travelling from Djibouti to Yemen with 305 people on board, when it capsized near the port town of Obock on Thursday night.

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Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a lesion on his lung.

The PM was speaking after violent attacks at Polish schools this week left one dead and others injured.

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Apple's new Apple TV 4K will be powered by a standard A19 chip, up from the A15 in the current 2022 model, reports Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his Power On newsletter, Gurman also said Apple has tested a refreshed Siri Remote with a speaker to make it easier to find between couch cushions.

Apple has also tested built-in microphones for the Apple TV 4K to let users query Siri without the remote or a paired HomePod, though whether this feature and the new Siri Remote will come with the shipping device appears unconfirmed. The new Apple TV 4K arrives in stores on October 30 alongside the new HomePod mini. Apple is expected to unveil both at Tuesday's "Welcome home" event.
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"Always have your agent or your publicist with you at all times," she said. "Even if they have to be on the phone a lot and out in the lobby, just always have somebody with you at all times as you chase your dreams."

"I made a decision many, many years ago, actually about 2012, that I wanted out," Down said. "I was in a position where I didn't have to. Things were very good. And I was fortunate to have all my eggs in a basket and make a choice."

Down has since moved from California to Georgia. She also said she has no regrets about turning down two opportunities to play a Bond girl.

"I guess my thought process was maybe a little old-fashioned, but being a Bond girl didn't really resonate with me," she explained. "Being a Bond girl was skimpy clothing, pretty face, not much dialogue, no acting involved, kissing James at the end in a spacecraft or whatever. I thought if I became a Bond girl, then I'd be a Bond girl for life. I didn't want that for myself."

The opportunity to play Thatcher came "out of the blue," Down said. She accepted the role and said she was grateful for the experience.

"She loved and believed in England and the English people," Down said. "Her counterpart, Mr. Reagan, also believed and loved the American people."

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Down said leaders should "encompass what Thatcher and Reagan both believed," including doing "anything and everything they can for the longevity and success of the nation."

For Down, taking on the role of Thatcher became another unexpected chapter in a life that has repeatedly taken surprising turns. But these days, the actress is content with where those turns have taken her.

"My choice was to live the life I’m living now," she said.

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The elite Muthaiga Country Club’s Members Bar has long banned women and will continue to do so after a heated campaign.

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President Donald Trump announced an immediate energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, saying both countries have agreed to halt attacks on each other's energy infrastructure after weeks of escalating tensions over strikes on oil refineries and power plants.

"Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it!" Trump wrote on Truth Social.

The announcement comes as Trump has intensified pressure on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop targeting Russian oil refineries, arguing that the attacks have disrupted global diesel supplies and contributed to higher fuel prices for American consumers.

The issue has become increasingly urgent as diesel prices weigh on American farmers, truckers and businesses that rely on the fuel to transport goods and operate heavy equipment.

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Trump has repeatedly criticized Ukraine's strikes on Russian energy facilities, even as Kyiv maintains that targeting Moscow's oil industry is a legitimate strategy to weaken Russia's ability to finance its war.

The announcement follows a contentious week in U.S.-Ukraine relations after Trump struck a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to allow Russian diesel exports to reach American and global markets.

Under the agreement announced Friday, Russia would immediately supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel, with additional shipments expected in November and beyond. The Treasury Department also authorized temporary sanctions relief to facilitate Russian diesel supplies.

Trump argued that the agreement would help bring down fuel prices, while Zelenskyy criticized the decision as a concession to Moscow that could provide additional revenue for Russia's war effort.

The dispute escalated Saturday when Trump suggested Ukraine should replace Zelenskyy with a leader more willing to negotiate an end to the war.

"I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal," Trump told reporters.

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Zelenskyy, meanwhile, has maintained that Ukraine would be willing to halt attacks on Russian oil refineries if Moscow agreed to stop targeting Ukrainian power plants and other critical infrastructure.

The two countries have increasingly targeted each other's energy systems throughout the war, although the consequences have differed.

Russian strikes on Ukraine's power grid have left civilians facing electricity disruptions and damaged infrastructure needed to heat homes and sustain businesses. Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries, meanwhile, have disrupted fuel production and exports, putting additional pressure on global energy markets.

The Trump administration has spent weeks attempting to negotiate a reciprocal halt to energy attacks as part of broader diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the war.

In September, Trump similarly announced that both countries had agreed to an energy ceasefire, although Moscow did not publicly confirm the agreement and attacks continued.

The latest announcement raises the possibility of renewed diplomatic progress, but an energy ceasefire would not amount to a comprehensive agreement to end the fighting.

It was not immediately clear how the agreement would be monitored or enforced. The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.

Ukraine has no information about an energy ceasefire that U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Oct. 11, a senior Ukrainian official told the Kyiv Independent.

Red Bull's Max Verstappen secures his first win in the Singapore Grand Prix, ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli.

If the point of playing games in London is to give the Brits a taste of, as they say over there, crackers NFL action then Sunday's game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Philadelphia Eagles at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium did that from the start.

On the opening kickoff of this game ...

Eagles kicker Jake Elliott kicked the ball 55 yards to the Jacksonville 10-yard line and Josh Cameron returned it 90 yards for a touchdown. It marked the first kickoff return touchdown in the NFL this season.

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But, no!

Back upfield, officials – they had quite a week, by the way – had thrown multiple flags on the play. Two of those officials saw so much hijinks they threw their flag and then, seeing a second foul, threw their caps.

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So, with bated breath, we waited for the official announcement. And we learned both teams were flagged on the kickoff and players from both teams were flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct.

The touchdown was thus nullified because the Eagles lined up in an illegal formation and the Jaguars had linebacker Branson Combs called for holding. Nice start to a game.

Then we learned that Eagles linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Jacksonville linebacker Bryan Thomas Jr. were both flagged for giving each other the business.

It seems both men engaged in a block during the play and carried their standoff all the way to midfield where Trotter slammed Thomas to the turf after the play was over and then Thomas kicked up at Trotter while on his back.

Both were flagged.

Both were disqualified for the rest of the game – on a play that didn't even count.

That hurt the Eagles more as Trotter was expected to get work with the starting defense while Thomas is exclusively a special teams contributor.

So to recap: A season-first kickoff return touchdown was nullified by a penalty while a player from either team was ejected. It took officials a couple of minutes to sort it all.

This game was bonkers from the beginning and then the crowd, a majority of which are Eagles fans, saw something perhaps stranger:

The Eagles attempted to convert a fourth-and-1 play on their first possession but did not employ the Tush Push.

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The team that turned the play into a major NFL play lined up in shotgun and ran the ball. The conversion attempt failed.

So why?

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been nursing a calf injury recently, and the Eagles offensive line is something of a work in progress.

The Eagles are without starting center Drew Kendall this game as they traded left guard Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens last week, and right tackle Lane Johnson retired.

And all that begs the question: Why did Eagles coach Nick Sirianni go for it on fourth-and-1 in the first place?

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Amazon has Apple's brand new Mac mini for up to $149 off this weekend, with both the M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini available on sale. You'll also find $200 off the M5 Max Mac Studio below.

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One of the best deals is on the M5 Max Mac Studio with 36GB RAM and a 512GB SSD, on sale for $2,299.00, down from $2,499.00. Regarding the Mac mini, you can get the 16GB RAM/256GB SSD Mac mini for $779.99 ($119 off), the 16GB RAM/512GB SSD model for $949.99 ($149 off), and similar savings on the M5 Pro model.






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According to DHS data, the agency recorded 647 assaults against ICE personnel between Jan. 20, 2025, and Sept. 20, 2026, compared with 37 during the corresponding period from Jan. 20, 2021, through Sept. 20, 2022 — a 1,649% increase, according to the agency.

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin previously addressed the agency's reported increase in assaults, defending ICE officers carrying out the Trump administration's immigration enforcement operations.

"The brave men and women of ICE, who are simply enforcing the laws mandated by Congress and protecting the American people, are under attack every single day," Mullin said.

Fox News Digital reached out to DHS concerning Williams' latest comments, but did not immediately receive a response.

Apple's all-new smart home hub, the HomeView, will ship around mid-November, roughly a month after its unveiling at Apple's "Welcome home" October 13 event, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.


Writing in the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Gurman said the HomeView, "at least as of now," will follow the launch of the new Apple TV 4K and new HomePod mini models, which will arrive to customers and in stores on October 30.

The HomeView will be positioned as the Siri command center of an Apple-powered home, pairing a display with an A18 chip. It will come in two versions, including a countertop model with a metal speaker base, offered in space gray, silver, starlight and pink, and a wall-mounted version with a flat, square base, limited to space gray and silver. The HomeView will offer better sound quality than the new HomePod mini, according to Gurman.

The device is controlled primarily by voice, though its screen supports touch input. It supports a limited selection of Apple applications, and there will be no dedicated App Store for it.

The HomeView name first appeared in a trademark filing by a shell company, a discovery reported on Friday by MacRumors and credited by Gurman. The "view" part of the name is said to reflect how the device is meant to be used, in the sense that it's a display that people look at and control mainly with their voice.
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It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations.

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Zelensky said he told Trump's team, "please tell Putin, give us two months, 60 days off. Total ceasefire, 60 days, and we will organize elections."

The new upcoming Apple TV 4K with A19 chip and new HomePod mini with S10 chip will launch on Friday, October 30, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his Power On newsletter, Gurman said the devices will ship to customers and arrive in stores on that day.

Apple is expected to announce the new devices at its October 13 "Welcome home" event, which will also debut "HomeView" – the company's new smart home hub, whose name was first spotted by MacRumors in a trademark filing. The HomeView will ship – "at least as of now" – around mid-November, according to Gurman's sources.
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We have all developed little shortcuts for deciding whether something online looks legitimate. You check the account name. You recognize the company logo. Then you spot that verification badge and your guard comes down a little. That can be exactly what scammers are counting on.

Microsoft’s official X account became the latest reminder after attackers gained unauthorized access and used the account in an apparent cryptocurrency pump-and-dump scheme. The account has more than 13 million followers, giving whoever controlled it access to a huge audience and the credibility that comes with Microsoft’s name.

Here is what happened, why compromised verified accounts can be so convincing and what you should check before trusting the next surprising post that shows up in your feed.

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BleepingComputer reported that Microsoft's @Microsoft account followed and reposted content from another X account that appeared to be Clippy-themed. That account was promoting a cryptocurrency called $Clippy. Microsoft tells CyberGuy that two unauthorized posts appeared during the period when its account was compromised. According to the company, the first was a quote repost of content from what appeared to be a Clippy-themed account and referenced bringing back Microsoft Office's old animated paperclip character. The second appeared to be an apology related to the earlier activity. Microsoft says neither post originated from the company.

A Microsoft spokesperson provided CyberGuy with the following statement: "We have confirmed unauthorized access to our account on X, including posts that did not originate from Microsoft. The account has been secured, the unauthorized posts have been removed, and we are continuing to investigate the circumstances."

If an account you have never heard of suddenly tells you Microsoft launched a Clippy cryptocurrency, you might keep scrolling. When Microsoft’s actual account appears to amplify that same message, it becomes much easier to hesitate. You may assume someone at the company approved the post. You might click a link because you recognize the account. Someone interested in crypto could move even faster because they are worried about missing an opportunity.

That is the advantage attackers get when they compromise a well-known account. They inherit trust that has already been built for them. We recently saw the same basic weakness after hackers hijacked HBO Max’s verified Reddit account. Researchers found that attackers used the compromised account to push 108 malicious ads over roughly 48 hours. Because those ads appeared under a familiar verified account, they had an extra layer of credibility.

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This is also not Microsoft’s first encounter with a crypto scam involving one of its X accounts. In June 2024, scammers hijacked Microsoft India’s X account and used it to impersonate Keith Gill, better known online as Roaring Kitty. The attackers then promoted what appeared to be a GameStop cryptocurrency presale.

People who followed the link and connected their cryptocurrency wallets risked having their assets stolen through wallet-draining malware. That example shows how quickly a social media takeover can turn into something much more expensive. A post may only be the beginning. The real danger often waits behind the link.

One of the clearest examples happened in January 2024 when attackers took over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s official X account. The compromised account falsely announced that the SEC had approved spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. According to the Justice Department, Bitcoin jumped by more than $1,000 following the false post. After the SEC regained control and corrected the announcement, Bitcoin fell by more than $2,000.

Investigators later determined that attackers gained control through a SIM swap involving the phone number associated with the SEC account. Eric Council Jr. pleaded guilty in February 2025 to conspiracy charges related to the attack and was sentenced in May 2025 to 14 months in prison. That case gives us a good example of how much influence one compromised account can have. An official-looking post can spread quickly before the real organization has time to warn everyone that something has gone wrong.

A verification badge can still be useful. It may help confirm that an account belongs to the person, company or organization it claims to represent. What it cannot tell you is whether that same organization still controls the account at the exact moment you are reading a post.

Hackers can steal credentials through phishing or take advantage of other account takeover techniques. SIM swapping has also been used to intercept password reset codes and defeat some forms of two-factor authentication. CyberGuy has covered this problem before on X, where hackers have taken over verified accounts and then changed them to impersonate cryptocurrency projects. The account may look established because it is. The person controlling it may have changed.

You do not need to assume every surprising post is the work of a hacker. Still, when an account suddenly asks you to spend money or connect something valuable, a few extra checks can save you from a painful mistake.

If a company announces a cryptocurrency, giveaway or major investment opportunity on social media, go directly to the company’s website. Look for the same announcement in its newsroom or another official channel. If the only place you can find it is one social media post, wait before acting.

If an account that normally talks about software suddenly starts pushing an obscure crypto token, treat that change as a warning sign. Scroll through its recent posts and check whether the promotion fits anything the company has announced elsewhere.

Connecting a cryptocurrency wallet can expose you to malicious approvals that allow attackers to move assets. Navigate directly to a service you already trust instead. Never enter your recovery phrase or private key into a site because a social media post tells you to.

Strong antivirus software can help warn you about phishing sites, malicious downloads and other threats that may be waiting behind a suspicious link. Security software adds another layer of protection, but it should never replace slowing down and checking where a link came from. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com

Scammers love deadlines. You may be told a token is launching right now or that an offer disappears in a few minutes. That pressure is designed to get you moving before you verify what you are seeing. Give yourself time to check another source.

Even when the post comes from a legitimate account, the link inside it may lead somewhere dangerous. Look carefully at the web address before entering a password, payment information or crypto credentials. Small changes in a domain name can lead you to an entirely different site.

Use a unique password for important accounts and turn on two-factor authentication (2FA). A password manager can help you create and store strong, unique passwords so you are less likely to reuse them across accounts. An authenticator app or passkey can provide stronger protection than relying only on texted security codes. Also check your account’s active sessions periodically and sign out any devices you do not recognize.

What you should do next depends on how far you got before realizing something looked suspicious.

The Microsoft attack is a good reminder of how quickly the signals we rely on can turn against us. We tell people to check the account name, look for the real profile and be cautious with impersonators. In this case, attackers briefly had control of the account people were supposed to trust. I would still use verification as one clue, but I would never let a checkmark do the thinking for me when money, passwords or a crypto wallet are involved. If a company suddenly posts something that feels out of character, verify it somewhere else before you act. Go to the company’s website, check another official channel and give yourself a minute before clicking. That extra pause can be the difference between spotting a scam and paying for one.

Would you still trust a financial announcement because it came directly from a verified company account, or do attacks like this make the checkmark almost meaningless to you? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com

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A press release from the defense ministry notes that its procurement agency has contracted for 5.5 times as many drones as in the same period of 2025, and that the volume of deliveries has increased by almost 3.7 times.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy tells ABC he will organize elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefire

Minnesota's Republican Party chairman is accusing protesters of racial intimidation after demonstrators disrupted a GOP dinner and displayed a sign invoking the Ku Klux Klan while the state's first Black female House speaker addressed the crowd.

Minnesota GOP Chair Alex Plechash blasted the demonstrators in a statement after Friday night's Lincoln Reagan Dinner in Eagan, where protesters held a sign reading "RepubliKKKan Party" during remarks by House Speaker and Republican gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth.

"Last night, radical protesters stormed the stage at our Lincoln Reagan Dinner and held up a KKK symbol while Speaker Lisa Demuth spoke," Plechash said in a statement posted to X by the Republican Party of Minnesota.

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"Let's be clear about what happened. Left leaning protesters aimed a symbol of racial terror at a Black woman leader, at a dinner named for the president who ended slavery," he continued.

Sunrise Movement Twin Cities, a progressive activist organization, claimed responsibility for the disruption and said the demonstration was intended to protest Republican policies it believes harm immigrants and marginalized communities, according to local news station KTSP.

"We disrupted this fundraiser because we refuse to give a moment's peace to the people bankrolling racial violence," the group said in a statement cited by the outlet.

The organization also said it was not affiliated with Minnesota's Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL).

Video of the incident shows demonstrators moving toward the front of the room holding signs, including one with the letters "KKK" highlighted in red, according to outlet.

One protester could be heard shouting, "You love Trump and you will not stand up for Minnesotans," as Demuth stood on stage holding a microphone.

As security escorted the demonstrators away, attendees began chanting, "Lisa," followed by chants of, "USA."

Plechash told the outlet that protesters gained access to the dinner by purchasing tickets and passing through security checkpoints.

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The chairman said the event experienced two disruptions, the first during remarks by Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michele Tafoya and the second while Demuth was speaking.

Plechash said roughly three or four protesters pushed toward the front of the room carrying banners during Demuth's remarks. He estimated the disruption lasted about 30 seconds and said he did not believe the demonstrators posed a physical threat.

Plechash said in his X post that Eagan police issued trespass orders and that potential charges remained under investigation.

The GOP chairman also called out Minnesota Democrats, specifically naming the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.

"Intimidation, criminal behavior, and racist rhetoric have no place in Minnesota politics," Plechash wrote.

"Republicans debate ideas, and we'd welcome the DFL to show up and do the same," he added. "Every hour they stay silent says something. Their silence is deafening."

Demuth, who won Minnesota's Republican gubernatorial primary in August, will face off against Klobuchar, the Democratic nominee, in November's election to succeed Gov. Tim Walz.

Amazon has Apple's AirPods Max 2 on sale for $429.00 this weekend, down from $549.00. This is a Prime Day sale that has stuck around all these days later, and it's available in all five colors of the AirPods Max 2: Blue, Midnight, Orange, Purple, and Starlight.

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Stock has begun to dwindle on select colors, so it might be time to make your purchase on this deal if you've been holding off since Prime Day. Apple launched the AirPods Max 2 in March 2026 with the H2 chip, bringing improved ANC, better audio, Live Translation, and more.



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A California pastor who provides free groceries to more than 1,000 people daily was ordered in September to shut down his food pantry after the city of San Jose cited zoning violations and blocked sidewalks, threatening fines of up to $20,000, just a day before officials changed course following an outpouring of social media support.

Lighthouse Food Rescue & Distribution, operated by Pastfor Ralph Olmos, received a citation requiring the nonprofit to remove its food distribution operation from the public sidewalk within 10 days and cease operations at its longtime 17th Street location within 60 days.

Olmos told Fox News Digital that despite the city's subsequent offer to help with relocation costs, he sees little possibility of keeping the pantry at its current location, pointing to the city's previous recognition of his charitable work.

"I can tell you that this is definitely not my first rodeo with the City," Olmos told Fox News Digital. "But from being called a Beacon of hope, to get out or we will fine you. There really doesn't seem any way that the Lighthouse stays on 17th street."

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Following the backlash, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan and Councilmember Anthony Tordillos, who represent the district where Lighthouse operates, told Fox News Digital that the city was working to help relocate the pantry while addressing concerns about sidewalk accessibility for neighborhood residents.

"Two things can be true at once – and they are in this case. Lighthouse is doing incredible work in the community and their neighbors deserve to be able to use the sidewalk," the officials said in a joint statement. 

"We’ve been working with our Housing Department and Code Compliance Team to find a place where the pastor can relocate and continue serving the community while ensuring that the mobility issues in the neighborhood are addressed so that elderly and disabled residents can get where they need to go," they added. 

The officials also addressed the potential financial penalties outlined in the city's original enforcement notice, emphasizing that no fines had been imposed and that San Jose was instead offering financial assistance to help the nonprofit relocate.

"No fines have been assessed – in fact, the City has offered to help with relocation costs because we are committed to finding a solution that is not punitive but creates a better situation for everyone involved," Mahan and Tordillos said.

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The response followed a report from San Jose Spotlight, detailing a Sept. 25 citation ordering Lighthouse to remove its sidewalk food distribution operation and canopies within 10 days or face potential fines of up to $20,000 daily. The citation also directed the nonprofit to cease operations at its current location within 60 days.

Pastor Ralph Olmos, the nonprofit's president and CEO, previously expressed concern about abandoning the families who depend on its services.

"I'm up against the wall. It's almost like (the city is) telling me to stop. But my conviction says, 'How can I leave the people?'" Olmos told San Jose Spotlight.

The pantry, located near East Julian and North 17th streets, distributes groceries five days a week to families, seniors, homeless residents and people with disabilities. Its offerings include milk, meat, eggs and specialized food packages.

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Mahan also addressed the controversy on Instagram, saying his administration was working to ensure the organization's charitable efforts continue.

"Seeing the outpouring of advocacy and support for [Light House Food Rescue] has been amazing — and I’m right there with you. Pastor Olmos has been doing incredible work in our community and we’re going to make sure that work can continue. My team, alongside our Housing Department, has been in touch with the Pastor over the past week to help them relocate to a location that works for them, the people they serve and their neighbors. The city may even be able to help them with moving costs. Stay tuned!" Mahan said.

The controversy marked another dispute between the Lighthouse and the city.

In 2022, the nonprofit faced a special use permit requirement costing up to $15,500. Following community opposition, then-Mayor Sam Liccardo and Councilmember Raul Peralez proposed waiving or funding the fees. The City Council later voted unanimously to support relief for food pantries, according to the San Jose Spotlight.

That same year, San Jose officially recognized Lighthouse through its Silicon Valley Strong Heroes initiative, praising Olmos and volunteers for feeding vulnerable residents during the pandemic.

City Planning, Building and Code Enforcement spokesperson Marika Krause told San José Spotlight that zoning rules have since changed and a special use permit is no longer available for the pantry's current operations. 

The city has not publicly confirmed a finalized relocation site or whether the original 60-day shutdown order has been rescinded.

"It seems to have been the life savings of one person who put this treasure together and put it in a pot, buried it in the soil to save it for later," Wienand said.

"And obviously the owner was never able to recover this treasure."

Above all, Wienand said the discovery highlights the importance of responsible metal detecting and reporting archaeological finds.

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"It's actually a story of how to do things right," he said. "The metal detectorist was licensed. He had permission to look for finds like that. He immediately called the heritage officers."

Wienand added, "He reported the find, and he contributed to an orderly exploration of this remarkable find."

"These coins and this hoard [are] now part of our cultural heritage. And I think that's a very good outcome of this story."

The Associated Press contributed reporting. 

Beth Hammack says businesses’ pricing power and a sturdy economy show interest rates aren’t yet high enough to tame inflation.

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The math adds up for me, Bill. It's hard to stay too bummed about a loss when you're pulling pork chops off the grill. Thanks for sending in your meat.

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That's all I have for this Sunday. We have a London game this morning. My Panthers are on a bye week after a big Sunday Night Football win last weekend.

If you were hoping that I'd be upset about the Yankees, take a look back at my reaction over the last several years. It's the same. I'm going to let the anger build and unleash it if there aren’t changes made this offseason.

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Italian Heritage Month tribute to a left-wing congressman with ties to the Communist Party drew sharp criticism on social media, including a blistering rebuke from Queens Councilwoman Vickie Paladino.

"Happy Italian Heritage Month, New York. Here’s continuing to fight for Vito Marcantonio’s vision of a government that works for all working people," Mamdani wrote on X.

Marcantonio represented East Harlem in Congress for seven terms, first as a Republican and later as a member of the left-wing American Labor Party. His opposition to U.S. involvement in the Korean War and his legal work for the Communist Party drew FBI attention, the bureau kept files on him during the Cold War.

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Paladino called Marcantonio an "obscure Italian-American communist" and accused Mamdani of promoting communist propaganda.

"Of all the great men and women of Italian descent who've contributed to New York City and the United States, this is the idiot he picks," Paladino wrote on X.

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She urged Mamdani to stop invoking his Italian heritage, saying he was "physically incapable of being anything other than a loathsome propagandist for communism."

Paladino contrasted the mayor’s message with her family’s history. She said her father fought in World War II against Italian forces under Benito Mussolini, while her mother raised five children on her own and worked in a button factory.

"We wanted to become Americans, and our people were proud to learn the language and wave the American flag," she wrote. "That’s what being an Italian-American in New York means," Paladino added. "Not the communist propaganda Zohran is pushing here."

Mamdani’s office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

Regardless, Georgia was able to ice the rest of the game. Gunner Stockton was 18-of-22 with 248 passing yards, a touchdown pass and an interception. Stockton took hit after hit and was able to remain in the game and push the Bulldogs to victory.

It was the Bulldogs’ first regular-season win in Tuscaloosa since 2007.

"I didn’t come here to lose," Smart said.

Georgia is now set to become the No. 1 team in the nation in the latest Associated Press Top 25 Poll. The Bulldogs will benefit from Texas losing to Oklahoma earlier Saturday.

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During his postgame press conference on Saturday following Texas A&M's three-score loss to Missouri, Elko was asked what he would say to the team's fans who are losing faith in the team.

Instead of delivering a short and sweet, coach-speak-filled answer, Elko opted to alienate one portion of the fan base that just so happens to be the most passionate and most influential fans in all of Aggie land.

"There's a difference to me between the fan base and social media. So there's one group that I really don't care much about. Billy's cesspool can go be Billy's cesspool," Elko explained. "Our fan base, stay with us, be behind us. We're going to build something that we told you we were going to build. So we're in a really bad spot right now, but we'll work our way out of it."

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The "Billy's cesspool" that Elko is referring to is the TexAgs website, which is operated by executive editor Billy Liucci, who has been covering the Aggies since before the turn of the 21st century.

TexAgs is unequivocally one of the most-followed and well-known online communities and message boards in all of college football, with over 350,000 followers across X and Facebook alone, on top of thousands more paid subscribers to the website.

Anyone who knows anything about Texas A&M athletics knows about TexAgs, its content, and its community; therefore, Elko taking aim at those hundreds of thousands of fans is a head-scratching decision, to put it mildly.

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The fact that Elko, minutes after his team fell to 3-3 and had its season virtually ended, had "Billy's cesspool" isn't exactly going to ease tension in College Station or within his program.

The Aggies still have trips to Alabama and Oklahoma on their schedule, along with a matchup with Tennessee and Texas before their season-to-forget wraps up.

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However, the store appeared to respond indirectly by sharing an Instagram Story featuring a customer review praising the staff’s "genuine kindness," according to Us Weekly.

"From the very first time I walked into @artofplay, I felt welcomed and treated with such genuine kindness," the review stated.

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The customer added that Art of Play was "a place that leaves you smiling and wanting to come back."

The Instagram Story was later deleted, according to the outlet.

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A representative for Art of Play did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.

Art of Play’s website describes the Brooklyn shop as offering "a unique collection of magical home goods, puzzles, games, toys and books." The store also features a 26-seat theater that hosts close-up magic performances.

"These things are important now to put clearly on the record and, I believe, help voters in Germany and France understand that some of this politics is instigated via our enemies, namely Russia," media reports Burnham saying.

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"A lot of us don't think about that kind of impact on our health and how that could trigger inflammation signaling," he added.

Regular exercise supports overall health, but intense workouts without adequate recovery time can put additional stress on the body, LaValle cautioned.

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"You’re not getting a good enough recovery," he said. "You’re training hard. And, in fact, you might be training hard every day to lower that cortisol, but you're not getting good recovery. And that could lead to silent inflammatory signaling as well."

Anyone who is concerned about chronic inflammation or is experiencing persistent symptoms should consult a doctor to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

It would be the last conversation she had before passing two days later.

In regard to my grandson’s question the afternoon of my mom’s funeral, the pastor responded beautifully, explaining that we would one day see her again — not in the feeble, frail state she had left the world — but as St. Paul described to the Church of Corinth, in her heavenly body. For "in Christ all shall be made alive…[and] raised in glory," (I Corinthians 15).

A great comfort as we ponder the weight of eternity.

For Musk, aging with confidence isn't just about embracing wrinkles and silver hair. The longtime dietitian also believes that taking care of your health plays an important role in feeling your best at any age.

"It gets harder to lose weight as you get older," Musk said. "With my patients, I always tell them to plan ahead. If you get hungry, there's no salad next to you. There's a donut. Also, only eat when you're hungry. And when you are hungry, make sure there is healthy food around, no desserts or chocolates. And if my patient didn't take the journey seriously, I would tell them, 'You can't come anymore.'"

"Even 10 pounds can make you feel uncomfortable," she said. "Everything is tight and you don't have confidence. You have to track your food intake. If a patient goes off what I recommended, they need to explain why. You need to hold yourself accountable if you want to make smarter choices for your health."

Musk said each decade of her life has been better than the last. At 78, she's happily embracing aging and hopes other women will do the same.

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"When my mom was 86, she moved from South Africa to Canada and started all over," Musk said. "She was an artist. When she was nearing 90, her hands weren't strong enough to do the wood carvings she loved. So, by 94, she started doing computer art. My older sister taught her. She died at 98. But she always remained curious and busy. She was always exploring."

"You're never too old to start again," Musk said. "And don't worry about the wrinkles. A man doesn't care if he gets wrinkles. He still has his confidence. When you get insecure, you become less attractive. I didn't do anything to my face because I wanted to frown and have expression. But also, don't mix with people who make you feel insecure. They're not your friends. And there will be people who will push you down. You can't stay down. You just have to get up and show your talents, who you are."

Congress is scrambling to stop one of the United States' most iconic industries from fleeing overseas and taking thousands of jobs along with it.

The U.S. TV and film industry has been hemorrhaging work for years as production companies and movie studios flee to places like Europe and Canada for friendlier tax regimes and other attractive financial policies. It prompted President Donald Trump to publicly call on Congress to pass legislation aimed at incentivizing entertainment studios to bring their production back home — and an unlikely alliance of lawmakers is heeding the call.

A new bill that could potentially end up in a bipartisan tax package at the end of this year would push film and TV studios to bring their productions back to the U.S. via new tax incentives, with extra support if they choose to bring development to rural communities.

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"Since I was a child, I was moved and inspired by the stories of America's greatness, by living out the American dream, and by the notion that I could do and achieve anything in this world, if I set my mind to it, and most of that was driven by a whole lot of American-made movies," Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, told Fox News Digital. "I want this next generation to be inspired the same way, and I do not want American storytelling to go overseas, to be diluted by values from overseas."

Moran's East Texas congressional district is largely rural and a far cry from the Sunset Strip that was home to much of America's filmmaking history.

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He's one of the House lawmakers leading the Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act, a bill aimed at bringing film and TV jobs back to the U.S. by creating a federal tax credit for domestic productions. It would further incentivize studios to film in rural areas with added financial benefits in areas deemed to be federal opportunity zones.

"This bill is extremely important to send a message that American storytelling does not just happen in California or New York. It happens all over America, including rural America," Moran said.

The bill is notably led in the Senate by Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., a top Trump foe, and Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., one of the president's biggest supporters in the chamber.

Moran's House colleagues who are helping to spearhead the bill include Reps. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, Brian Jack, R-Ga., Linda Sanchez, D-Calif., and Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y.

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Suozzi told Fox News Digital that his home state was "watching good-paying jobs and production move overseas," adding, "We can't let that happen."

"Democrats and Republicans agree we need to keep these jobs here," Suozzi said.

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But some, particularly on the right, might bristle at the prospect of awarding more lenient tax policies to an industry they perceive as having a longtime liberal bias — something Moran pushed back on.

Moran said his state, for example, was home to "conservative," "faith-based," and "patriotic" entertainment production that was also creating jobs and stimulating local economies.

"So I would say to those that are challenging this, I would say, well, do you want to see the stories and the movies and the TV productions that we watch go overseas, and be influenced by the culture and the values of other countries, somewhere else that do not love freedom like we do in America?" he posed.

But the end of this congressional term is fast approaching, and getting anything passed after the November election will be an uphill battle.

"I feel confident that there will be some kind of bipartisan tax package during the lame-duck session, and my hope would be that this, or a version of this bill, makes it into the final text," Moran said.

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Punk was wearing a sharp white jacket with the "ChadBall" on the right side of his chest. WWE announcer Corey Graves pointed out that the phrase was in honor of the late New Found Glory founding member Chad Gilbert, who died at the age of 45 after a bout with adrenal cancer.

When Gilbert’s death was announced last month, Punk paid tribute to the guitarist in a post on Instagram. The photo showed Gilbert playing with Punk’s dog Larry, who also passed away earlier this year.

"This isn’t goodbye. I’ll see you tomorrow," he captioned the post.

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Gilbert had battled adrenal cancer since 2021 and underwent brain surgery in February when doctors found tumors.

"On the morning of September 20th, Chad Everett Gilbert passed away peacefully in his sleep. He left this world surrounded by friends and family and took his final breaths with his wife and mother by his side, just as he wished," his family and the band wrote in a joint statement on social media on Sept. 20.

"We are devastated and shocked by how quickly he left us, yet so grateful for how peacefully and smoothly he went. The amount of visitors that crowded the hospital lobby at a moment’s notice is a testament to how beloved and cherished Chad was, and always will be. He was a legendary musician, but his favorite accomplishment was being a husband and father. His biggest dreams came true. He is survived by his wife, Lisa, his daughter, Lily, his mother, Jackie, and his brother, Brian."

Punk had kept Gilbert on his mind during several WWE shows over the years. He dedicated a victory at Bad Blood 2024 to the musician.

Fox News’ Ashley Hume contributed to this report.

Breakker delivered a devastating spear to Evans, leveling him into the barricade. WWE officials crowded around Evans as it appeared the "Young OG" was seriously injured. He was placed on a stretcher, carried to the back and placed into an ambulance. It appeared Evans’ night was over before it could even really begin.

The "Unpredictable Bad A—" had momentum on his side. He would tactically take out his opponents one by one, starting with Trick Williams and Penta. As Punk and Owens focused on each other as they have been for weeks on "SmackDown," they took their attention away from Breakker.

He targeted Punk and Owens next. He ran as hard as he could and speared both competitors through the barricade near the announce table. As he tried to get back to his feet, an ambulance began to drive down the entrance ramp.

Evans was back!

Evans took out Breakker and took care of his other opponents. It looked like Evans was about to make history as the youngest men’s Money in the Bank winner in history. However, he struggled to set up a 15-foot ladder to get his hands on the briefcase. Breakker was back in the ring and distracted the highflyer.

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The two jockeyed for position and jostled the ladder out of position. Evans would have one last gasp but was way too far out to try to grab the briefcase. Breakker pushed the ladder, knocking Evans off it. Evans flew through the air and crashed through the roof of the ambulance.

It was the biggest WTF moment of the match.

Breakker thought he was in the clear, but Penta came back into the fray. The Luchador turned up the heat on Breakker. He wedged a small ladder in between the turnbuckle. As he and Breakker fought toward the top of it, Penta hit a nasty Mexican Destroyer on Breakker, catapulting him to the ground.

Penta climbed the ladder and won the Money in the Bank ladder match for the first time in his career.

Penta can now target Roman Reigns or Sami Zayn for their world titles.

Vaquer used her incredible ring prowess to stay on top throughout the match. She hit Lynch and Morgan with meteoras into the steel steps. Vaquer hit her corkscrew moonsault on Morgan and thought she had the win. But Lynch, using her savviness, pulled the referee out of the ring before she could count to three.

Each fighter went all out. Vaquer kicked Lynch, who was on top of the apron. Lynch fell backward but didn’t go through the table. Instead, the table’s legs snapped. While Vaquer’s attention was turned to "The Man," Morgan appeared out of nowhere and hit Vaquer with Oblivion.

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She pinned Vaquer to pick up the win.

Vaquer was emotional as she watched Morgan celebrate. Lynch was on the outside trying to gather herself after the vicious table slam.

Morgan has cast herself as the "greatest women’s champion of alllllllllllllllllllllll time." She’s certainly close to proving that in terms of the reigns she has had. Morgan has won the Women’s World Championship twice in this calendar year alone, pinning Vaquer both times for the title in 2026.

It’s the fourth time Morgan has held the title. The Judgment Day might be on a downturn, but Morgan continues to be a shining light in the faction. Moreover, she didn’t need anyone to come and help her either.

More than two decades after being elected to what was supposed to be a four-year term, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has once again postponed elections, extending a nearly 20-year wait for voters to choose a new legislature.

Abbas issued a decree Friday pushing Palestinian Legislative Council elections from next month to Sept. 11, 2027, according to the official Palestinian news agency WAFA. Presidential elections, which have not been held since Abbas' 2005 victory, are also scheduled for that date.

The delay allows Palestinian leaders to remain in power without facing voters and could further damage the credibility of the Palestinian Authority, which has faced criticism over corruption and its security cooperation with Israel.

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The Palestinian Authority, dominated by Abbas' Fatah party, governs parts of the West Bank under agreements reached in the 1990s.

Palestinian officials cited conditions in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and east Jerusalem as reasons for postponing the vote. The Palestine Liberation Organization's Executive Committee, which Abbas heads, claimed Israel had blocked election materials and international observers from entering Gaza, according to The Associated Press.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar rejected the claim, accusing Abbas of trying to shift blame for the delay.

Abbas' "attempt to drag Israel into this, falsely claiming that Israel imposed obstacles to holding elections, is yet another ridiculous lie designed to evade responsibility and accountability," Saar wrote on X.

Hamas, meanwhile, welcomed the postponement, calling it "a step in the right direction" and urging further talks on rebuilding Palestinian institutions before holding elections.

Palestinians last held legislative elections in 2006, when Hamas won a majority of seats. Israel and Western countries subsequently boycotted the Hamas-led government, fueling unrest that ended with Hamas taking control of Gaza in 2007.

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Since then, Hamas has controlled Gaza while Abbas' Fatah-dominated Palestinian Authority has governed parts of the West Bank.

The postponed election also threatened to bring new challenges to Abbas' leadership. Before the delay, Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and a faction led by Mohammed Dahlan, a former Fatah security chief who fell out with Abbas, had been discussing an unlikely political alliance.

"Abbas is terrified by the electoral alliance bringing our faction together with opposition factions and forces within Fatah that reject his leadership," Dimitri Dilliani, a spokesperson for Dahlan's faction, said in a statement.

The decision comes as the Palestinian Authority's future role in Gaza remains uncertain under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire plan reached last year.

The plan calls for the authority to eventually play a role in Gaza, but its immediate responsibilities remain unclear. Hamas continues to govern the territory, while a committee of Palestinian technocrats remains in Cairo awaiting permission to enter Gaza and oversee a transition of power.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

This game may come down to whichever team controls the clock and avoids turnovers. So far, the Bears have been good at that. The Packers don’t look great so far, but I can’t take the Bears on the road in Green Bay with a backup quarterback. Give me the Packers +3 in this one, as I think Jordan Love will be the difference maker.

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The Titans are terrible as well, but there wasn’t much hope for them. They’ve been competitive, but they are still a year or two away from winning consistently. In three of their four games, they’ve been within one score for the final. I do think they can stay close with the Texans. Weather might be a bit rough, but I’m taking the over on this game. I really wouldn’t be surprised if the Texans scored 35 or more, and I don’t think they stop everything. This is another leg that will be used in a lot of teasers.

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Over the past few weeks, the Falcons have looked like one of the best teams in football. They went from looking like a disaster to having Michael Penix Jr. come back for them and now seeming like one of the better teams in the game. Bijan Robinson has been a fantastic running back and one of the best weapons in the sport.

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The Ravens have Derrick Henry, one of the best running backs the league has ever seen. He has been fantastic this season, with seven touchdowns already. Outside of Week 1, the Ravens haven’t been exactly crisp, but they have won three of four games. The Falcons have one of the best rushing defenses in football, so they will need someone, anyone to make some throws for them in order to win. I think this game has gotten too far in the other direction, and I’m taking the Ravens +3 in this one.

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Under former coach Rich Rodriguez, Michigan received three years of probation in 2010 and a 130-hour reduction in practice time after violations involving excessive practice and training activities. The school’s basketball program also faced sanctions over improper loans from booster Ed Martin to four players, including Chris Webber, resulting in forfeited victories, scholarship reductions and four years of probation.

The social media clash also comes as El-Sayed faces criticism over his responses to questions about Iran’s regime and Islamist organizations.

At a September town hall, Iranian-American student Iman Dashti described his family’s alleged mistreatment by Iranian authorities and pressed El-Sayed to condemn the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Islamic Republic. El-Sayed responded by opposing American-led regime change and arguing that Iran’s people should determine their government, drawing criticism for avoiding a direct condemnation.

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During an Oct. 5 interview, Fox News host Martha MacCallum repeatedly asked whether he supported terrorist designations for Muslim Brotherhood organizations in Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon. El-Sayed answered that he would support designating organizations engaged in political violence, without explicitly naming the Brotherhood in his responses.

Rogers renewed criticism of El-Sayed’s responses concerning terrorist groups during their Oct. 8 debate. El-Sayed also declined to identify Iran or Israel as the greater threat to the United States, saying both had proven dangerous in their own way.

El-Sayed has, however, publicly condemned Hamas. During an August appearance on "The Jim Acosta Show," he said, "I think they’re wrong. I think they committed war crimes," while also accusing Israel of war crimes and genocide.

El-Sayed has also criticized football’s culture, writing in an October 2021 essay that "toxic masculinity at the heart of America’s most popular sport" ran deeper than the emails that prompted then-Raiders coach Jon Gruden’s resignation.

Responding to Gruden’s racist, homophobic and misogynistic messages, El-Sayed recalled experiencing racist taunting in football locker rooms and argued that coaches needed to address the culture behind such behavior.

The WNBA didn't get Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham in the Finals, but it may have gotten the next best thing in terms of viewership hopes.

Angel Reese’s Atlanta Dream face the Golden State Valkyries in a best-of-seven series beginning Oct. 17, matching a franchise seeking its first championship against an expansion team chasing a title in its second season.

Both organizations also bring distinctive cultural identities. Atlanta’s players once campaigned against their own Republican co-owner, supporting Democrat Raphael Warnock. Golden State has embraced LGBTQ outreach through Pride celebrations, drag performances and community partnerships.

Those histories offer another layer to a matchup with straightforward basketball questions: Can Golden State prevent Reese from creating second chances, and can Atlanta’s defense generate enough easy baskets to win the championship?

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These Finals could provide an indication of the WNBA’s current drawing power without Clark, and just how much star power Angel Reese has.

Reese brings a substantial following of her own. Her Instagram account had approximately 5.3 million followers as of Oct. 10, which is the most of any WNBA player and more than one million more than Clark.

Her visibility extends beyond basketball. She has a signature Reebok shoe and became the first female athlete featured in a national McDonald’s meal collaboration in 2025. Those partnerships have put her name before consumers who may not regularly watch the WNBA.

Her first Finals appearance now offers an opportunity to see whether that recognition translates into viewers following her pursuit of a championship, with Clark and the Fever eliminated.

There are substantial audiences to measure against. Indiana’s decisive first-round loss to Las Vegas averaged 2.25 million viewers across USA Network and CNBC. Atlanta’s semifinal opener against New York averaged 1.2 million on ABC, according to Sports Media Watch. The games aired on different networks and in different time slots, making them benchmarks rather than a direct measure of either player’s individual appeal.

The league has already demonstrated that a Finals without either Clark or Reese can attract a sizable audience. Last year’s Las Vegas–Phoenix championship series averaged 1.5 million viewers across ABC and ESPN, the second-most-watched Finals on ESPN networks behind 2024.

This year’s series will air across NBC, USA Network and Peacock, adding another consideration to comparisons with previous championships.

One series cannot establish the league’s permanent audience ceiling. But Reese’s championship debut could help show how much of her substantial off-court following—and the broader interest surrounding the WNBA—will follow her onto its biggest stage.

Atlanta brings a history of campaigning against a Republican co-owner, while Golden State has established prominent ties to LGBTQ advocacy.

The Dream’s political activism drew national attention in 2020, when then-co-owner Republican Sen. Kelly Loeffler opposed the WNBA’s embrace of the Black Lives Matter movement. She urged the league to replace planned Black Lives Matter and "Say Her Name" warmup apparel with American flags.

"The truth is, we need less — not more politics in sports," Loeffler wrote to then-Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.

Dream players and others across the league responded by wearing "Vote Warnock" shirts, supporting Democrat Raphael Warnock in his challenge to Loeffler. Atlanta’s Elizabeth Williams described the effort as voluntary and driven by players. Warnock defeated Loeffler in the January 2021 runoff.

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The following month, the league approved the Dream’s sale to an ownership group comprising Larry Gottesdiener, Suzanne Abair and former Dream guard Renee Montgomery. Montgomery, who had sat out the 2020 season to focus on social justice work, remains a co-owner and vice president. The franchise’s official biography highlights her advocacy for social justice and equality in women’s sports. Those events preceded Reese’s arrival in Atlanta by several years.

Golden State, which began playing in 2025, has a shorter organizational history but has made LGBTQ outreach a visible part of its identity.

Its second annual Pride Game, against Atlanta on June 26, featured a surrounding celebration with drag performances, Pride merchandise and a halftime lineup featuring Sasha Colby. The franchise also announced participation in four regional Pride celebrations and sponsorship of the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival.

The Valkyries’ advocacy earned recognition from Equality California and the National Center for LGBTQ Rights, along with a Community Ally Award from the Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club.

After Golden State’s victory over Atlanta that Pride Night, Gabby Williams celebrated toward a camera with the declaration, "For the gays!"

Williams and Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase have also publicly supported transgender athletes participating in women’s sports.

Before an Aug. 2 game, Nakase said her emphasis on inclusion extended to transgender women.

"I’m all about women, little girls deserving to play, and that includes trans women," she said.

Williams expressed a similar position during a May 19 media scrum, before clip resurfaced and spread widely in August.

"I would welcome a trans athlete on my team or against my team, anytime," Williams told reporters.

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom subsequently cited Williams’ support as an inspiration for his announced bid to enter the 2027 WNBA draft.

During an Aug. 14 interview with former Auburn coach Bruce Pearl, Freedom recalled seeing comments welcoming transgender teammates and opponents and deciding to pursue the opportunity himself. Freedom later confirmed to OutKick that it was Williams' comments that inspired him.

"If they don’t have any problem with it, why not just go out there and take my shot?" Freedom said.

This championship series will also close a chapter for the WNBA’s leadership. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced in September that she will retire at the end of 2026, making Atlanta’s matchup with Golden State the last Finals of her tenure.

Her final season began with uncertainty over whether labor negotiations would disrupt the league’s schedule. The eventual agreement delivered substantial raises for players and a seven-year deal running through 2032, giving her successor a foundation for the years ahead.

Questions about officiating and player safety continued during the season. In June, Phoenix’s Alyssa Thomas received a one-game suspension after making contact with her fist to Clark’s throat. Officials did not call a foul during the play; the league imposed the punishment after reviewing it. Indiana coach Stephanie White publicly criticized the officiating afterward.

Away from the court, league officials and players also confronted online harassment and a widening debate over transgender athletes in women’s sports. An August meeting of the league’s anti-hate task force addressed both subjects. The WNBA said there were no immediate eligibility matters affecting the league and pledged further discussions with teams and the players’ association.

Some changes will arrive after Engelbert leaves. A centralized replay center is scheduled to launch in 2027, giving officials access to additional camera angles and assistance reviewing eligible plays. Its introduction will provide an early opportunity for the next commissioner to demonstrate progress on a recurring source of frustration.

Expansion will also continue, with Cleveland beginning play in 2028, Detroit in 2029 and Philadelphia in 2030. That means more markets, more roster spots and more pressure to turn growing interest into sustained support.

Against that backdrop, these Finals offer a look at the league Engelbert is leaving behind—and the task ahead: building lasting audiences for more teams and players while addressing the disputes that have accompanied the WNBA’s growth.

And there will be some actual basketball being played too.

Reese reached her first WNBA Finals after averaging 16.4 points and 12.1 rebounds during the regular season and winning Defensive Player of the Year.

Golden State’s Kiah Stokes could make those opportunities harder to find. She helped defend A’ja Wilson during the semifinals and collected 14 rebounds in the opener. The battle near the basket will test whether Reese can establish position and create second chances against another experienced rebounder.

At the other end, Gabby Williams has taken on a larger scoring role for Golden State. She enters the Finals averaging about 23 points in the playoffs, up from roughly 14 during the regular season. Atlanta must decide how much defensive attention to give her without leaving other Valkyries open.

Williams has already shown she will trust those teammates. Late in the second semifinal game against Las Vegas, she passed to Veronica Burton, whose only basket of the night was a decisive 3-pointer. Tiffany Hayes added 21 points off the bench, demonstrating how Golden State can find scoring help beyond its starters.

Atlanta has its own player capable of controlling a game without dominating the headlines. Jordin Canada scored 19 points and set up 11 baskets for teammates in the win that clinched the Dream’s Finals berth. Her ability to find Howard and Reese—or attack the basket herself—will be important against Golden State’s league-leading defense.

Golden State won all three regular-season meetings with Atlanta. The Dream now bring additional playoff experience through DeWanna Bonner, who arrived late in the season, while Allisha Gray’s recovery from a hand injury remains a major consideration.

The central contest is straightforward: Atlanta needs Canada to create good opportunities and Reese to keep possessions alive. Golden State needs Williams to continue leading its offense while Stokes and her teammates prevent the Dream from getting repeated chances at the basket.

The boat was travelling from Djibouti to Yemen with 350 people on board, when it capsized near the port town of Obock on Thursday night.

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That same relationship between hunting and Christianity has guided their ministry for more than two decades.

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James Hampton recalled praying from a tree stand during a difficult period in 2004, while his wife was battling cancer. The experience ultimately helped inspire the brothers' ministry and its mission of teaching others to "hunt for God and His plan for their life."

"We have to live what we preach," James Hampton said. "And that is loving God with all our hearts, souls, minds and strengths and seeking Him."

The brothers both graduated from Rochester Christian University with degrees in biblical studies.

Chad Hampton is the lead pastor at Goodland Community Church in Imlay City, Michigan, while James Hampton is pastor of Huntin’ the Truth Church in Mayville, Michigan.

"Our mission is to create and restore relationships with Jesus Christ through hunting and the outdoors," the brothers say on their website. 

They teach others "how to hunt God" at events such as Wild Game Dinners, men’s and youth hunting camps, men’s ministry events, conferences, retreats, prayer breakfasts and church services. 

In this interview, the Kyiv Independent’s Kateryna Hodunova speaks with Pavlo Kazarin, a Ukrainian journalist, publicist and serviceman, about Ukraine’s mobilization crisis, draft evasion, soldiers going absent without leave (AWOL), and the growing divide between those serving and those remaining in civilian life.

Hollywood has spent decades frightening audiences with spinning heads, levitating bodies and priests shouting down demons. But Catholic exorcist Father Carlos Martins says the most terrifying part of alleged demonic possession isn't what the audience can see. It's what they can't.

"The thing that Hollywood doesn't pick up well is the demonic mind," Fr. Martins told Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview ahead of Halloween, as the third season of "The Exorcist Files" podcast gets underway.

"It picks up [the devil's] demonic power well, throwing of chairs, the screaming, levitating and so on and so forth. But his rage, his inner anger, his disgust with humans and God, that it doesn't get well."

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Fr. Martins, who co-hosts the podcast with co-creator Ryan Bethea, described what he believes Hollywood misses about the psychological dimension of alleged demonic encounters, including an incident in which he said a person undergoing an exorcism threatened to bomb a flight he was scheduled to take the following day.

"Why are you here? You're not supposed to be here. I'm going to bomb your flight tomorrow," Fr. Martins recalled hearing while assisting another exorcist.

The priest said he subsequently changed his flight, not because of the threat, but because the session had been so productive that he offered to remain for additional appointments.

When he returned the next day, Fr. Martins said, the person appeared surprised by his presence.

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"You weren't supposed to be here," he recalled the possessed person saying.

Fr. Martins interpreted the encounter as evidence of what he believes is the extraordinary but imperfect intelligence of the devil and demonic beings. He said the apparent knowledge of his original flight contrasted with the alleged demonic entity's failure to anticipate his changed plans.

For Fr. Martins, the encounter was a chilling example of why he believes the most frightening aspect of demonic possession has very little to do with the supernatural spectacles audiences see on-screen.

The third season of "The Exorcist Files" launched Oct. 5, with new episodes scheduled to roll out over the next two months.

Among the new cases is an especially complicated account involving multiple family members, according Bethea.

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"There is one particular episode this season that involves so many moving parts and multiple family members being demonized," Bethea told Fox News Digital.

The case, he added, "actually spans hundreds of years."

Bethea said the story may encourage listeners to examine unresolved trauma, mental health concerns and other personal struggles that he and Fr. Martins believe may contribute to spiritual vulnerability.

The podcast, which dramatizes purported exorcism case files, has also challenged Bethea's own understanding of spiritual warfare.

After working with Fr. Martins and hearing similar accounts from other exorcists, Bethea said he has become more confident in his Christian faith rather than more fearful of the supernatural.

"I have walked away feeling, ironically, less scared and more confident than ever," he said.

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Fr. Martins warned that what he considers the greatest danger of demonic influence is not necessarily its physical manifestations, but the intimate knowledge he believes the devil and evil forces possess about their targets.

"When you're dealing with the devil, you're dealing with an entity that has observed you your whole life," Fr. Martins said. "He knows your weaknesses. He knows where your soft spots are. He knows what your preferences are."

"So he knows exactly where to press and how hard to cause maximal damage," the priest added.

Fr. Martins cautioned against attempting to confront demonic forces without spiritual preparation, arguing that human intelligence alone is no match for the adversary he describes as the "ancient serpent."

The priest acknowledged that the 1973 horror classic "The Exorcist" remains, in his view, a compelling depiction of what can occur during an exorcism, although he singled out the film's famous head-spinning sequence as physically impossible.

He also described witnessing what appeared to be a person's canine teeth growing several inches, an experience he attributed to a supernatural illusion rather than an actual physical transformation.

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For Fr. Martins, however, the disturbing imagery is secondary to what he described as the hatred and irrationality of the demonic mind.

"Because that is the part of him that has no rational explanation," he said.

Despite the dramatic subject matter, Fr. Martins said the actual practice of exorcism is considerably less theatrical than its Hollywood portrayal.

"I never yell at the devil. I've never heard of an exorcist doing that," Fr. Martins said.

He described exorcism as a generally calm process centered on prayer, spiritual reconciliation and helping the individual receiving assistance.

"The job of the exorcist is not to cast out the devil," Fr. Martins said.

Rather than attempting to overpower an alleged demon through increasingly forceful prayers, Fr. Martins said he seeks to understand why he believes the entity has gained influence over an individual and how that person can return to a state of reconciliation with Christ.

The priest also described exorcist training as largely an apprenticeship process, with less experienced priests learning alongside seasoned practitioners before conducting sessions independently.

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With Halloween approaching, Fr. Martins and Bethea also addressed whether ordinary holiday traditions pose spiritual dangers.

Fr. Martins said he does not oppose children dressing up or going trick-or-treating, although he would discourage costumes celebrating evil or demonic imagery.

"Would I allow my children to go trick or treating? Yeah, I would," Fr. Martins said. "I would never let them go dressed as something sordid. As something evil, as something devilish or demonic."

The priest said he would have no objection to children dressing as ordinary characters or participating in family-friendly Halloween traditions, provided the costumes did not celebrate something he considers contrary to his religious beliefs.

Bethea similarly defended activities such as trick-or-treating and harvest festivals, recalling how his mother enthusiastically created Halloween costumes when he was a child.

However, he cautioned against practices he associates with occult involvement.

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The podcast has featured several cases involving Ouija boards, including an account in which a grandmother reportedly gave her grandson a board so they could communicate after her death.

Another case involved three children experimenting with a Ouija board, with one allegedly experiencing disturbing consequences, despite not having initiated the activity, according to Bethea.

He also identified astrology and tarot cards among practices the hosts discourage, arguing that they can expose people to what he believes are spiritual dangers.

"We would say there are plenty of fun, other games that you can play," Bethea said.

He jokingly suggested Risk and Monopoly as alternatives, before noting that greed could also be considered a sin.

Bethea emphasized that the show's accounts should not be interpreted as a reason to assume every unexplained experience has a supernatural cause, and pointed to psychological assessments and other scrutiny involved in determining whether someone should receive an exorcism.

The co-host also acknowledged that he had not seen evidence establishing Halloween as a universally heightened period of supernatural activity, despite hearing such claims from people interviewed for the podcast.

For both hosts, the larger message of "The Exorcist Files" is intended to be one of hope over fear.

Bethea said producing the series has strengthened his Christian faith, and listeners have contacted the show describing renewed religious commitment after hearing its stories.

Fr. Martins likewise said that although his work involves confronting what he believes to be demonic forces, he does not spend his personal life preoccupied with the devil.

"You know, the devil has a plan for you. But the good news is, so does God," he said. "Am I afraid of the devil? No, I'm afraid of being separated from Jesus Christ."

Edward Coristine, the former DOGE engineer better known as "Big Balls," is now helping build the Trump administration’s new digital front door to the federal government — an effort aimed at giving Americans one place to navigate information and, eventually, complete services now spread across thousands of government websites.

"I think that the fact that there’s 29,000 government websites is pretty insane," Coristine told Fox News Digital in a sit-down interview. "And it is the citizens’ objective to have to go figure out which government website they’re supposed to use for each specific thing."

Coristine — better known around Washington by his attention-grabbing "Big Balls" nickname — sat down with Fox News Digital at the White House to talk about his new role helping build America.gov, what he learned during his time at DOGE, the administration’s plans to make more government services fully digital, his experience being attacked in Washington, and how the nickname that helped make him famous actually came from his dad.

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Coristine is now working with the National Design Studio on the administration’s revamped America.gov, which launched Sept. 29 as an AI-powered single point of entry for information drawn from thousands of government websites. President Donald Trump singled out Coristine during the launch, identifying him as the project’s lead engineer and thanking him for his work.

Coristine said his time at DOGE gave him a firsthand look at the frustration Americans face when trying to navigate federal services and helped shape what he is working on now.

"I think we got a lot of feedback that the American government is hard to interact with because you have to navigate the maze of bureaucratic services," Coristine said.

The software engineer had already worked in Musk’s orbit before joining DOGE, spending several months at Neuralink, Musk’s brain-computer interface company, before later joining the government efficiency effort at 19.

"What I think is really special about America.gov is it presents a single point of entry to find all the information that you need," he added, including finding government services tailored to the user and asking questions with answers sourced from the federal government.

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Coristine pointed to Medicare as one example, saying Americans currently may have to move between Medicare.gov and the Social Security website to enroll in benefits.

"Companies, generally speaking, only have one website and everything is easy to find," he said. "We should have the same vision for the government."

The ambitions for America.gov also go beyond simply helping users find the right information. Coristine said the administration plans to make first-time passport applications fully digital, expanding beyond the online renewal system already available to eligible Americans.

"Specifically with passports, what we’re going to do is we’re gonna make new passports online for the first time ever," Coristine said, describing the existing process as "very manual."

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"You have to go in person, you have to get to the post office, you get your photo taken like a CVS or Walgreens," he said.

Under the planned system, Coristine said users would be able to take their passport photo at home, preview how it would appear on the document and complete the process "without leaving the America.gov website."

Coristine also offered a glimpse into how Trump has talked about the broader project, comparing the president’s approach to digital government with his background in hospitality.

"I think the president has been a great host for his entire career. He’s been in the hospitality business, right?" Coristine said. "So any great host knows they have to make things easy, they have to make it all feel clean."

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"President Trump is very focused on removing the potholes from the digital government that make it hard to get things done," he added.

The role marks the latest chapter in a whirlwind stint in Washington that began at DOGE and quickly thrust the 20-year-old — and his now-famous "Big Balls" nickname — into the national spotlight.

Coristine told Fox News Digital the "Big Balls" moniker had a far less dramatic origin than its eventual notoriety might suggest.

"I got the nickname Big Balls from my dad," he said, explaining that he eventually made it his LinkedIn URL AND THIS IS WHAT DROVE IT INTO THE NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT, RIGHT?

"It was actually, like, fairly underground, but I was discovered," Coristine said. "It’s been very funny ever since."

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Coristine’s profile rose further in August 2025 after he was attacked while walking a female friend back to her car in Washington’s Logan Circle neighborhood, an incident that left him with a broken nose and concussion and drew national attention.

Coristine has said he rushed his friend into the car before the group turned on him, slamming him against the vehicle and throwing punches.

"I really thank President Trump for making D.C. safe again," Coristine said. "Like all my friends, they’re now able to walk outside."

"Everyone is very calmed by the National Guard because it feels like the city is so much safer," he continued. "And the crime numbers totally represent that. The crime has been falling like a knife in D.C."

Trump established the Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force in March 2025 before launching an intensified federal crime crackdown in August, with the operation delivering more than 16,000 arrests, 3,200 narcotics arrests and nearly 2,000 illegal firearms seized in its first year.

"So I’m unbelievably grateful to the president for making the city safe and beautiful," Coristine said.

It is the first health scare of the 71-year-old pontiff's tenure.

We’ve reached the series that most expected to happen at the beginning of the playoffs, if not even further back. For the second straight season, the Brewers and Dodgers meet in the NLCS. Fanatics is offering you a chance to earn $350 in FanCash when wagering $20 on Game 1 between the Dodgers and Brewers. 

For the third straight season, the Dodgers have made it to the National League Championship Series. Los Angeles is one of two teams this season to win 100 games; the other one is their opponent. Everyone loves to hate on the Dodgers for going out and getting any player they want, but the goal is to win, and they should spend the money. 

Los Angeles has all the pieces to try and win their third straight World Series, but this is a game that features a much more confident Brewers team. Tarik Skubal will take the mound tonight for the Dodgers. He’s one of the best pitchers in baseball and was acquired for this purpose. 

The Milwaukee Brewers have expected this series since last season. They were the best team in baseball this season, but they need to upset the team that swept them out of the playoffs last season. The team simply has to get the monkey off their back in order to advance in the postseason. 

Another loss this season would be a major blow to how they view this season. The team has all the pieces and has consistently been winning games this year. In the regular season, the Brewers and Dodgers played seven games, with the Brewers winning four of them. They will have Jacob Misiorowski on the mound to battle Skubal. 

This is likely to be the best pitching battle in the National League Championship Series, or potentially the entire postseason. New users should take a shot on the first game of this series with Fanatics Sportsbook. Wager $20 using promo code FOXNEWS350 to earn $350 in FanCash. 

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The NFC West has been one of the better divisions in the country, with the Rams, Seahawks, 49ers, and even the Cardinals. Today the Seahawks and 49ers take each other on, and Fanatics is offering new users the promo code FOXNEWS350 so they can wager $20 and earn $350 in FanCash. 

This game features quarterbacks with very different histories, but plenty of success between them. The 49ers drafted quarterback Brock Purdy with the last pick of the NFL Draft. Often called Mr. Irrelevant, Purdy has certainly made himself relevant to the team and around the league. 

For the season, Purdy is 79-for-113 with 11 touchdown passes and one interception. He has averaged about 250 passing yards per game this season. With plenty of weapons at his disposal, Purdy has done a great job of getting everyone involved, throwing touchdowns to five different receivers. 

On the other side of the field is Sam Darnold, a guy with a very different path than Purdy. Darnold was selected third overall by the Jets in 2018. He struggled for years before he went to the Minnesota Vikings, where his career was rejuvenated. Last year he led the Seahawks to the Super Bowl. 

In his past two seasons, he has thrown 60 touchdowns. From 2018 until 2023, he threw a total of 63 touchdowns. This year is off to a decent start, even without the offensive coordinator who seemed to have turned his career around. He has six touchdown passes and 560 yards through three games (really more like two games, after he left the first game after two pass attempts). 

This will be a battle between two strong quarterbacks. Purdy and Darnold will be at the forefront of the game tonight. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users a chance to wager on either, neither, or both this afternoon as the 49ers take on the Seahawks. Use promo code FOXNEWS350 to register and wager $20 to receive $350 in FanCash. 

 

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Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery for small growth on lung

Sunday afternoon typically brings some of the best games of the day, and this week we have a great one ahead of us as the 49ers visit the Seahawks. Underdog is offering new users a promo code of FOXNEWS to wager $5 and earn up to $100 in bonus bets. 

San Francisco comes into the game as potentially the best team in the NFL. They started the season with an absolutely dominant game over the Los Angeles Rams, instantly putting to bed any talk of the Rams being a super squad. They’ve had three straight home games since then, and none of them have been exactly challenging. 

Week 2 saw them beat the Dolphins, a team that might be the worst in the league. Week 3 was a bit of a battle with the Cardinals, but they still won 36-30. Last week they hosted the Denver Broncos, one of the better AFC teams. In that game, they held the Broncos to just 14 points, and they put up 24. 

Seattle is 3-1, but they’ve had some shaky performances after winning the Super Bowl last season. In the opening week, they beat the Patriots, but quarterback Sam Darnold got injured early in the game. They still escaped with a 13-10 win, getting a game-sealing interception late off of Drake Maye. 

In Week 2, the Seahawks destroyed the Cardinals in Arizona, winning 31-7. Week 3 was a challenge for the Seahawks, losing 33-31 in Washington. Last week, against a desperate Chargers team, they won the game 30-23. The final score looked a bit closer than the game actually was. Seattle was up 30-13 going into the fourth quarter. 

The last time these two teams played, Seattle looked invincible, and San Francisco looked like they didn’t even belong on the same field. Seattle jumped out to a lead on the first play and never looked back. That was a playoff game in Seattle last season en route to the Seahawks Super Bowl. 

Tonight, the 49ers can get their revenge, or maybe the Seahawks will continue to have San Francisco’s number. You can make your call on Underdog with promo code FOXNEWS. Wager $5 and earn up to $100 in bonus bets. Wager $5 and you’ll earn a $10 bonus bet. Repeat that process for 10 days to earn $100. 

 

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"The real cause of the war in Europe is Russia, and Russia alone. It is already possible today to halt the attacks on our energy sector, but Putin does not want to do so," Zelensky said.

Every day is a good day to bet on sports, but today might just be a great day. There are plenty of great welcome offers from sportsbooks that want you to join their user list, and you can take advantage of all of them for NFL Week 5. Let’s look at offers from BetMGM, Fanatics, bet365, and FanDuel, and a bet for each of them. 

Bet: Under 41.5 (-108)

Why: The Jacksonville Jaguars are the second-best defense in the league with a 13.3 points-per-game allowed mark. The Eagles are potentially without Saquon Barkley for this game, but even if he plays, the Jaguars have held opponents to just 74.3 rushing yards allowed. The Eagles are allowing 23.3 points per game and are about average in both passing and rushing yards allowed. The game is also played in London. If this bet loses, BetMGM will refund your bet up to $1,500 in bonus bets if you use promo code FOXNEWS.

Bet: Aaron Jones anytime TD (-120)

Why: Aaron Jones is the primary running back for the Vikings, carrying the ball 72 times already, or about 60% of the time for the team. He has just one touchdown this season, but the Saints are one of the worst rushing defenses in the league. They’ve allowed nine touchdowns to opposing running backs in four games. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering new users a chance to get $350 in FanCash on a $20 wager using promo code FOXNEWS350. 

Bet: Lions -5.5 (-110)

Why: You can keep this game simple; the Cardinals are not very good. They were favored on the road last week and lost by 12 to the Giants. The Lions aren’t exactly great themselves, and they’ve lost both of their road games. Detroit hasn’t looked great this season, but they should make it a point to take some frustration out on Arizona who has lost by 24, six, and 12 points. Bet365 is offering new users a chance to get $200 in bonuses off a $10 wager. 

Bet: Ravens moneyline (+142)

Why: Baltimore comes into the game at 3-1, and legitimately could be 4-0. They’ve shown they can win on the road, having demolished the Colts in the opening week. Their offense looks crisp, and the defense seems to be reliable. The Falcons looked like a disaster in Week 1 and even more so in Week 2. Weeks 3 and 4 saw Michael Penix Jr. return and lead their offense to 80 points. However, this was more a result of the teams they played. This will be an actual challenge for them, and the Ravens look like the better team. FanDuel is giving new users a chance to earn $250 in bonus bets. Bet $5 on the Ravens moneyline, and win or lose, you’ll receive a $50 bonus bet token. Then repeat that process for five days. 

The first minister says he has confidence in his transport secretary, who denies being briefed about the ferry incident.

An NYPD detective who was stabbed and slashed seven times during a brazen Bronx robbery has been released from the hospital and is recovering from his injuries.

"I’m feeling much better, thank you," Det. Jose Mercedes, a 10-year NYPD veteran assigned to the 44th Precinct, told the New York Post on Saturday.

Mercedes, 33, was off duty Oct. 2 and cleaning out the trunk of his car in when two suspects allegedly ambushed him and tried to steal his gold chain, according to the NYPD.

ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT SUSPECTS WITH LENGTHY CRIMINAL RECORDS ARRESTED IN STABBING OF OFF-DUTY NYPD DETECTIVE

The detective fought back and tried to defend himself before he was stabbed at least seven times in the neck and leg. The suspects allegedly ripped the chain from his neck and fled on a motorized bike, sources and police told the Post.

Video obtained by the newspaper showed Mercedes covered in blood as he was loaded into an ambulance after the attack. He was rushed to Jacobi Medical Center and released several days later.

Mercedes was greeted Monday evening by dozens of fellow NYPD officers as he left the hospital in a wheelchair, with bagpipes playing and officers applauding. He later stood up, smiled and flashed a thumbs-up to the crowd.

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Police identified the alleged attackers as D’Angelo Caraballo, 25, and Sneider Mejia, 24. Caraballo was identified as the alleged slasher, while Mejia was accused of driving the bike, according to the NYPD.

Both suspects were identified by federal authorities as illegal migrants from the Dominican Republic. They were found hiding in the basement of a home in Lynn, Massachusetts, and taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service, the NYPD said Wednesday.

The pair were ordered held without bail during a joint appearance in Lynn District Court and are expected to be returned to New York City to face attempted murder charges, according to police.

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If you’re ready to lock in on some great football action, get up early because the games start as early as 9:30 ET. BetMGM is offering new users a chance to enjoy up to $1,500 in bonus bets if your first wager loses when you register using promo code FOXNEWS. 

The first game of the day is between the Eagles and Jaguars, with kickoff coming at 9:30 ET from London. The Eagles enter the day with a 2-2 record, and the Jaguars are a strong 3-1. Both teams made the postseason last year, but fell short without making any real noise. The injury report for the Eagles makes this one look like it could be Jacksonville early and often. 

In the main slate of games today, there are some games that stand out, like the Packers hosting the Bears. Another game worth watching is Las Vegas vs. New England. The Raiders look like one of the best teams in the league in the early going. The Patriots have been good at home, and they are coming off a win over the Bills. The Raiders beat the Patriots to start last season; can they do it again now that they are actually a good team? 

In the afternoon set of games, everyone will be focused on the Seahawks facing the 49ers. However, a game worth keeping an eye on is between the Broncos and Chargers. Denver has high hopes for this season, but has struggled on the road. In two road games, they’ve scored 24 points. In their two home games, they’ve scored 50 points. 

The Chargers have looked miserable no matter where they play and are 0-4 to begin the year. Something has to change, and it has to happen in a hurry. Perhaps a home game against a rough road team will be the cure. One thing that is certain — if they want to change their season, it has to happen today. 

The last game of the schedule is the Sunday Night Football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Atlanta Falcons. The Ravens are 3-1, and I suppose they could be 4-0. The Saints narrowly beat them, and without that, their record would be perfect. The Falcons started their season with Cooper Rush at quarterback. Once they got Michael Penix Jr. back they’ve won two straight and are now looking for their third game. 

Start at 9:30 A.M. ET and for over 12 hours you can watch and wager on football. BetMGM has the means to help you get there with an offer of up to $1,500 in bonuses. Register using promo code FOXNEWS and if your first bet loses, you’ll receive the same amount back in the form of bonus bets. 

 

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What can make a full day of NFL football even better today? Betr’s offer of $200 in bonuses when you register to use their app. Simply use promo code FOXNEWS and deposit funds to use on games like Bears vs. Packers or Seahawks vs. 49ers. 

There are 13 games to choose from today, but two of those games stand out more than others. The offer from Betr will be available to use on any Week 5 game, but Bears vs. Packers and Seahawks vs. 49ers look to be two of the best on the board.

The Bears come into the game at 3-1, with their lone loss coming against the divisional foes, the Vikings. That team also beat the Packers in Week 1. The Bears have beaten Carolina, Philadelphia, and the Jets. It is impressive that they’ve won the past two games considering they didn’t have starting quarterback Caleb Williams. 

The Packers are just 2-2 for the season. Their wins have come against the Jets and the Buccaneers. Jordan Love has had to do everything in order to get the wins for Green Bay, as their running game is non-existent. Their run defense is one of the worst in football, and their offensive running game is the worst in the sport. 

Another game to enjoy today is between two heavyweights in the NFC. The Seahawks and 49ers square off in the afternoon set of games. The last time the 49ers went to Seattle, the game was over essentially as soon as it started. The 49ers gave up a kickoff return for a touchdown, and then mistake after mistake bounced them from the playoffs.

Seattle has somewhat picked up where they left off last season. They ended the year with a Super Bowl victory. This year, they are 3-1 with a 2-0 home mark. Their lone loss came on the road against a Commanders team that really had no business beating Seattle. Perhaps they just have the 49ers number, but they might also be the victims of revenge. 

Both games are great matchups, and both games have big rivalry potential. Betr is offering new users a chance to deposit and get money to use on both games by offering $20 in bonuses with promo code FOXNEWS.
 

 

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The NFL has its first teams on bye week this week, but we still have some great games ahead of us on Sunday. Underdog is offering promo code FOXNEWS for users to wager $5 and receive a $10 bonus bet token. Repeat the process for ten days to earn $100 in bonus bets. 

One game that stands out on today’s schedule is between the Bears and Packers. There are a few big rivalries in the NFL, but almost none have as much history as Chicago and Green Bay. This afternoon, the Bears travel to face the Packers with a 3-1 record, and the Packers are 2-2. 

Chicago comes into the game as a favorite on the road, but they have a backup quarterback starting for them this week. Tyson Bagent will make his second straight start. In last week’s game against the Jets, Bagent went 25-for-34 with 268 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception. 

The running game continues to be a focal point for the team. The Jets simply had no answer for the two-headed monster that is Kyle Monangai and D’Andre Swift. Monangai alone had 146 yards on 30 carries and two touchdowns. The Packers have the fifth-worst rushing defense in football. 

Green Bay hasn’t quite looked like themselves, and that also might have to do with their running game. As a team, they are averaging just 58 rushing yards per game. That’s 16 fewer yards per game than the second-worst team in football, and 138 yards fewer than the Bears are averaging per game. 

That leaves pretty much everything to the passing attack. The Packers are 11th in the league with 249.3 yards per game through the air. Unfortunately for them, the Bears are ranked as the third-best pass defense in football. The Packers, for what it is worth, are the fourth-best passing defense in football. Perhaps that means the under is worth a look.

Regardless of what bet you choose, it is worth it to choose Underdog with promo code FOXNEWS so you can get up to $100 in bonus bets. Bet $5 on a game today, and you’ll receive a $10 bonus bet. Repeat that process, and you’ll earn $100 in bonuses. 

 

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"There may be people trapped under the rubble," President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a social media post.

109 migrants, including 15 children dead after boat from Djibouti to Yemen capsizes, UN agency says

The full slate of Week 5 has arrived, and we are ready to lock in for football from 9:30 A.M. ET until the last kickoff at 8:20 P.M. ET. Fanatics Sportsbook is offering you a chance to earn $350 in FanCash from a $20 wager on any of the NFL Week 5 games if you use promo code FOXNEWS350. 

This week, there are 13 games on Sunday to choose from. The first game takes place in London at 9:30 ET, and the last is between the Ravens and Falcons on Sunday Night Football. Between those two, we are given 11 solid matchups, with most happening in the early window of games. 

One game in the early window that is worth watching is between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets. It is early in the season, but the Browns are surprisingly good. Their defense is playing well, and their offense looks competent. Deshaun Watson has been reliable and kept drives alive. 

The New York Jets are struggling this season with a 1-3 record, but they have been surprisingly competitive in their games. They won the season opener against Tennessee, then lost in overtime to Green Bay, and lost by just seven to the Lions. Last week they faced the Bears and just couldn’t get anything going against Chicago’s defense. 

The books have made the Jets the favorite in this one, but they don’t expect it to be a very high-scoring game. The total is 39.5, which is one of the lowest on the board this week. The Browns don’t have much of a running game, so New York would be smart to try to limit the passing. 

Cleveland just needs to keep doing what they are doing in order to get a win. You can get a win from Fanatics Sportsbook by using promo code FOXNEWS350 to earn $350 in FanCash from a $20 wager on this game or any other game from the Week 5 schedule. 
 

 

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Hundreds of people who came out on the streets despite the police's restrictions were detained on Sunday.

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove a small nodule from his lung, revealing the unexpected health concern to thousands of faithful gathered in St. Peter's Square following his traditional Angelus prayer.

The 71-year-old pontiff said doctors discovered the nodule at a "very early stage" and recommended its removal. The surgery is scheduled for the coming days, with the pope expected to remain hospitalized for approximately one week, according to Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni.

"Doctors found a small lump in the lung," Leo said after the Angelus address. "It was identified at a very early stage and well situated."

POPE LEO VISITS SITE OF MIRACLE CURES, MEETS PEOPLE WHOSE UNEXPLAINED HEALINGS STUNNED DOCTORS

"The doctors consider it appropriate to intervene and so, following their advice, I decided to have surgery to remove it," he continued. "The surgery is already scheduled for the next few days. I thank you for your spiritual closeness and I rely on your prayer."

The surgery is likely to take place within a few days at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, which is known as the "Pope's" hospital, Vatican sources told Fox News.

The Vatican has not disclosed whether the nodule is cancerous, and no further details about the pope's diagnosis or the planned procedure were immediately available.

The announcement comes as a surprise for the American-born pontiff, who has no previously known health problems and is known for maintaining an active lifestyle.

Leo regularly plays tennis and swims at the papal summer retreat in Castel Gandolfo, according to The Associated Press.

The pope is also scheduled to embark on a major international trip from Nov. 6–17, with planned stops in Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. It remains unclear whether his surgery and recovery will affect those travel plans.

In addition to addressing his health, Leo used his Sunday remarks to renew his appeal for peace in war-torn Ukraine, warning that the conflict continues to inflict suffering far beyond the country's borders.

"The war in the martyred Ukraine continues to create suffering, even beyond its borders, especially in the poorest countries, where many people depend on the exports of cereals and grains," the pope said.

Leo called on those involved in the conflict to ensure the safe passage of Ukrainian grain shipments through the Black Sea, emphasizing the consequences for vulnerable populations around the world.

"I send a strong appeal for all those involved that they can guarantee the safe transport of grains in the Black Sea," he said. "The daily life of many people cannot be hostage to war."

Fox News’ Courtney Walsh contributed to this report. 

This is a developing news story; check back for updates.

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At 72, Bill Von Herbulis doesn’t let life in a wheelchair keep him from fishing and working his crab traps daily at the marina near his Florida home.

But on Sept. 27, it was Von Herbulis who became the catch of the day.

Now Sgt. William Leven is set to receive a Lifesaving Award for jumping into the shark-filled water at feeding time and hoisting him over sharp oyster shells and barnacle-encrusted dock pylons to safety.

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The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office posted a video of the rescue the next day on Facebook, praising their quick-acting sergeant.

And as for fishing, Von Herbulis said, "I was back the next day."

"He doesn’t miss," his wife, Lori Von Herbulis, laughed.

As he does every day, Von Herbulis set out for the marina in his condominium community in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.

He motored along in his electric wheelchair, pulling beside him a wagon stuffed with fishing and crabbing gear. He toted his equipment to a narrow private dock near Ponce de Leon Inlet, which sits at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.

His wife of 41 years had gone out for the evening. But he usually fishes solo anyway.

At the dock, he pushed the cart with his fishing poles and tackle box ahead of his wheelchair, out past the boat slips to his favorite fishing spot.

It wasn’t a memorable evening of fishing. And as the sun dipped, he packed his gear to go back home.

For his safety, the former water treatment plant operator isn’t supposed to be on the dock after dark.

And on this night, the dock was unusually vacant. Normally, other anglers would be casting their lines, and people would be strolling, admiring the sunset, he said.

But this night, he was all alone with the lapping waves and rising tide.

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At about 7:30 p.m., he was rumbling over the planks toward home when his wagon of gear bumped into a dock box and jackknifed.

The jostled wheelchair toppled over.

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Von Herbulis tumbled into the water.

His cellphone, his lifeline to support, went, too.

Von Herbulis stayed calm.

"I looked up and swam up to the surface of the water," he said.

Because it was high tide, he was able to reach up and grasp an electrical conduit pipe jutting between boat slips. At low tide, it would have been 4-6 feet out of reach, Lori Von Herbulis told Fox News Digital.

It "was the closest thing that didn't have barnacles or oysters on it," her husband said.

"Help!" he called out. But no one came.

About every 30 seconds, he cried out, "hollering for help," he said.

He knew his wife would come looking for him when she arrived back home and didn’t find him there.

"I'm thinking, Am I gonna have to wait here all night?"

Finally, a just-arriving angler heard splashing and saw Von Herbulis clinging to the pipe. But a locked gate on the dock prevented him from getting close.

"We don't think he belonged there—not that we care, because he was our angel," Lori Von Herbulis said. "But he didn't have a key to get in."

The man called 911 anonymously to report a "possible drowning," sheriff’s office records show.

At about 9 p.m., Leven and his partner, Deputy Boris Rodriguez, raced to the private marina at the Minorca condominium community.

They found the overturned wheelchair and saw Von Herbulis "struggling to keep his head above water," a sheriff’s office incident report shows.

Bodycam footage shows Leven shedding the belt holding his gun holster before getting into the water with a sheriff’s office buoy. Careful to avoid the sharp oyster shells below and razor-like edges of barnacles on the dock pylons all around, Leven got the buoy to Von Herbulis. And he snatched a bag of Von Herbulis’s belongings as it floated away.

With the help of bystanders, the deputies got Von Herbulis up the nearby stairs from the water to the dock. Von Herbulis, who can’t stand or walk since breaking his neck 19 years ago, declined medical attention.

They got him back into his electric wheelchair, and he motored home with a grateful heart.

As of September 2026, there have been 44 shark attack bites globally this year, according to data from Tracking Sharks, an organization that publishes records on shark incidents. In 11 of the attacks, the sharks were said to have been "provoked," according to the organization. Eight of the attacks this year have been fatal.

There have been 13 shark attack bites in the United States this year, according to the organization. None have been fatal.

Florida leads as the U.S. state with the "highest frequency of unprovoked shark encounters," the organization’s website states.

In September, a surfer was bitten on the foot by a shark in New Smyrna Beach, not far from where Von Herbulis was rescued.

One of the best ways to avoid being bitten by a shark is to stay out of the water at dawn or dusk, according to experts with the International Shark Attack File. The scientific project is part of the Florida Museum of Natural History at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

It’s also important to swim with a buddy, avoid swimming where people are fishing, and avoid splashing, the scientific group warns on its website.

Von Herbulis inadvertently broke those rules, putting him at increased risk.

But there are ways to reduce risk if a shark approaches, scientists advise on the project website.

"Maintain eye contact with the shark," a tip list advises. "Slowly move away, and if possible, exit the water."

And "if the shark tries to bite you," the page advises, "hit the shark in the eyes and gills, sensitive areas that can be hurt, regardless of personal strength."

Another recommended tactic: "Hit the shark on the snout and push away. Water-resistance weakens your punch."

At his fishing spot, Von Herbulis often catches sharks, once one about seven feet long, he said. And they often snatch half the redfish or snook he’s caught as he reels in his catch.

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He’s fallen in twice before. His wife doesn’t go with him, she said, because she fears witnessing that.

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But Von Herbulis, also an avid hunter, shrugs off the danger he faced in the dark water alone.

He avoided injury on the sharp barnacles and oysters, because he "made a clean dive in the water," he joked.

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And "there's obviously sharks in that water," the grandfather of six said with a chuckle.

"But they didn't want me."

The defence secretary says the US and its allies need to increase pressure on Vladimir Putin to end the war with Ukraine.

Flock Safety, which operates controversial Flock cameras now in 49 states, is touting crime clearance rates in cities that use the cameras compared to cities that don't — as a nationwide battle over the surveillance tool rages.

"It's used for any kind of crime really," Phil Arnold, a public affairs manager for the company, told Fox News Digital. "It's very helpful for hit-and-run accidents, also stolen vehicles, property crimes, crimes against people as well."

Arnold is a retired law enforcement officer who served his community in Shorewood, Illinois, for 40 years. He was the chief police executive in the town for 27 years.

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Arnold told Fox News Digital that for the last seven years of his career, his department used automatic license plate reader (ALPR) technology, which Flock Safety operates, to help solve crimes, describing the innovation as nothing short of revolutionary.

"Let me give you an example. Before we had this technology, someone would say, 'Hey, I just got robbed, and it was a white Chevy Tahoe,'" Arnold explained. "We would then put out this information, a BOLO [be on the lookout] so to speak, and police officers would stop every white Chevy Tahoe trying to find the offender."

Now, in a similar situation, Flock surveillance cameras narrow the searches to a specific geographic location where a reported crime has occurred, and then photographs of license plates matching the vehicle description can be used to identify possible suspect vehicles.

"So it narrows down the search," Arnold said. "It doesn't inconvenience the people who are just getting stopped because of the car they're driving."

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Flock provided Fox News Digital data from an internal report regarding crime solving rates in cities that use Flock cameras, compared to cities that don't.

For example, in Tennessee, Nashville cleared only 7% of motor vehicle thefts in the first half of 2026, versus 40% in Flock-equipped Hendersonville, a smaller city about 16 miles away, according to the data.

"Aggravated assault clearance followed the same pattern: 41% vs. 95%. Only 3% of vehicle break-ins were solved in Nashville, compared with 50% in Hendersonville.

Those patterns, according to Flock, hold true in places all over the country.

Where Hillsborough, North Carolina, which does not use Flock, cleared 0% of vehicle thefts in the time studied, nearby Burlington cleared 46% of the same cases.

In Flock-less Ann Arbor, Michigan, solve rates were lower than in nearby Van Buren Township.

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Flock described Eugene, Oregon, as "the most telling case."

"Flock cameras ran through October 2025, then were removed," the report says. "Motor-vehicle-theft clearance fell from 15% to 9%; burglary clearance dropped from 21% to 15%.

"Nearby Medford, still running Flock, cleared 29% of vehicle thefts & 25% of burglaries over the same period."

But not everyone is singing Flock's praises.

Skeptical communities nationwide have petitioned their local governments to do away with the technology. Some argue that it is intrusive and unnecessary, while others say it's unconstitutional.

On Thursday, a federal judge in Oklahoma ruled that a police deputy who used Flock to access a woman's driving history over the previous month, and then used the historical data to pull her over, violated her Fourth Amendment rights. She was in possession of 91 pounds of methamphetamine at the time of the stop.

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Chad Marlow is a senior policy counsel at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), where his focus is privacy and surveillance.

He argued there's not necessarily causation between implementing Flock cameras and solving crimes.

"It's a different city. It's a different size. What were the auto theft rates beforehand? What are the poverty rates in that city?" he asked. "What are the philosophies of the police department? Like, how many police are dedicated to trying to prevent or solve car thefts in one city versus the other?"

Privacy is a major question surrounding Flock cameras, and many places are having a robust debate on the level of surveillance they want on their streets, and whether their data should be collected by a private company working in tandem with the police.

"I think a common misconception is that when the car goes past the camera, and it captures the image of the back of the vehicle and the license plate, which is all it does, you can't see who's driving the car, you can't see who the passenger is. It just captures the back of the car and the license plate," Arnold explained.

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He added that the data is not accessed except when law enforcement is searching for a suspect, and that police officers need a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) report or a case report number to access any data. The data is retained for 30 days, according to Arnold.

But cases of police officers using ALPR technology for purposes outside its law enforcement scope are piling up. A Washington Post analysis identified at least 50 cases of rogue officers abusing the tool, with many cases involving stalking of ex-lovers.

Meanwhile, the constitutionality of the surveillance remains up for debate.

"The Constitution establishes our right to privacy, and it establishes that people's personal effects and their private information cannot be accessed by the government without a warrant, without probable cause," Marlow said, noting that it's not just Flock Safety using ALPR technology, and that companies like Axon and Motorola sell the technology, too.

"But it's very fair for Americans to look out and be like, 'You know what, If I'm not accused of doing anything wrong, I don't want the government tracking everywhere I go in my vehicle for days, weeks, months, or even years. I don't want that happening, and even if the Constitution says it's allowed, I don't want my laws saying it's allowed.'"

Arnold told Fox News Digital that Flock is open to government regulation of the tools.

"We want legislation passed," he said. "Our CEO, Garrett Langley called, gosh, probably a month-and-a-half ago, asking legislators to please ... put the laws in place that will regulate this.

"We want it regulated. We don't want people misusing the system. We've seen this in the news."

He added: "Nobody dislikes a bad officer more than a good officer."

Marlow says the company is asking for regulation to save its business amid the backlash it has recently received.

"Flock suddenly coming to the table now is because they have no choice," he said, noting that company only recently declared that it would drop the standard data retention period to 30 days. "Flock didn't do that because it suddenly got a conscience, [or] it's suddenly decided to be ethical. It did it because it needed a PR bump."

The bottom line for Arnold is that the tool helps police officers, and that help is desperately needed.

"It's so good for the manpower of a police department, you know? Most police departments across the country are a little shorthanded. Not everybody wants to be the police anymore. So it truly does help in those cases," Arnold said. "It is a tool that is a force multiplier for sure, and I've seen that firsthand being a chief of police using the technology."

"She probably knew there wasn't a chance in hell, but still kindly said she didn't know. Later, in her memoir, she described how she wanted to make any other woman coming into the royal family feel comfortable. And she absolutely did that. She made it her mission. So, I think I got the best side of her. And I was grateful to her on many occasions."

As Henshall's career continued to rise, she realized that she and Edward came from different worlds — worlds that were too different. Unwilling to give up her career for royal life, Henshall knew their relationship wasn't going to work.

"We had wanted to be together," Henshall wrote. "We had tried desperately to make it work. But it seemed impossible because of who he was, and what I wanted to do in my career. There was this push–pull going on all the time, and we'd reached a point of no return."

"... I fell in love with him, and it wasn't because he was a prince. ... But at times, it was only too obvious that we came from different worlds."

Despite the breakup, Turner suggested Edward and Henshall remained close.

"As far as I know, their great friendship has remained through the decades," Turner said.

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In 1999, Edward married Sophie, who later gave up her public relations career to become a full-time working royal. The couple have two children: Lady Louise, 22, and James, Earl of Wessex, 18.

Edward and Sophie decided not to use prince and princess titles for their children, allowing them to choose whether to use those titles and His or Her Royal Highness (HRH) styling when they turned 18, People magazine reported. Neither has chosen to do so.

Over the years, Sophie has earned a reputation as one of the royal family's most dedicated and reliable members. She has taken on additional royal duties as King Charles oversees a slimmed-down monarchy and has largely avoided public scandal.

"Prince Edward is married to the characterful, dependable, hardworking and personable Duchess Sophie," royal broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital.

"She is also viewed as the royal family's 'secret weapon.' She really is a huge asset to King Charles and the institution. Behind the scenes, she is putting duty above all else. She's also applauded for her personal patronages. Edward and Sophie are a great match."

Matta suggested Edward ultimately found in Sophie the qualities he once believed he would need two different women to provide.

"If anything, she ended up being everything he once thought he'd have to look for in different places!" Matta said.

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

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"It is important to see this initiative now being advanced at the EU level," wrote Agriculture Minister Taras Vysotskyi.

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The death row inmate had the option to choose lethal injection, electric chair or firing squad, and took the latter.

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But after his execution, his lawyers raised concerns that none of the three bullets fired struck him in the heart as intended, prompting concerns that the cop-killer had been retaliated against.

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"The shooters missed the intended target area and the evidence indicates that he was struck by only two bullets, not the prescribed three," said Dr. Jonathan Arden, a forensic pathologist hired by Mahdi's defense. "Consequently, the nature of the internal injuries from the gunshot wounds resulted in a more prolonged death process."

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The executioners in Mahdi's case have not been publicly identified, but Denno said that they were presumably experienced shooters.

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"This seems to be a really troublesome outcome, so it's just something to pay attention to on December 3," she said.

Fox News' Jasmine Baehr and Elizabeth Pritchett contributed to this report.

As Israel prepared to assassinate Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in September 2024, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his senior defense officials disagreed over whether to notify the Biden administration ahead of the operation, fearing Washington could try to stop the mission, according to Wall Street Journal editorial writer Elliot Kaufman and a second source familiar with the deliberations.

"140%, they won't approve of the mission," Netanyahu told senior Israeli defense officials, according to Kaufman, co-author of "In the War Room: The Inside Story of Israel's Fight Against Hamas and the Iranian Axis," who recounted the exchange in an interview with Fox News Digital.

Then-Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi favored informing Washington, believing the Americans might support a strike against a Hezbollah leader linked to the deaths of U.S. service members, according to Kaufman. Netanyahu, however, warned that then-U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan would "jump out of his skin" if he learned of the plans.

The disagreement reflected a widening divide between Jerusalem and Washington over Israel's military campaign against Iran's regional proxies, as the Biden administration sought to prevent the fighting from escalating into a broader regional war.

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When Israeli jets struck Hezbollah's headquarters in Beirut on September 27, 2024, the Pentagon said it had received no advance warning. Gallant spoke with then-Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin while the operation was already underway.

The strike killed Nasrallah, who had led the Iranian-backed terrorist organization for more than three decades, marking a major turning point in Israel's campaign against Hezbollah, which opened a second front against Israel on October 8, 2023, a day after Hamas' deadly attack in southern Israel, and had since launched repeated rocket and missile attacks on northern Israeli communities.

Kaufman argued that Israel had spent nearly a year waiting for American diplomacy to end Hezbollah's attacks on its northern communities, without success.

"From Israel's point of view, it had been sitting and waiting for 10, 11 months while Hezbollah had been pounding the north of Israel with rockets and with anti-tank missiles, waiting for American diplomacy to succeed," he said. "It didn't work. Something had to change on the northern front."

Kaufman said the confrontation exposed a fundamental difference in how the two governments approached the war.

"The United States may not have been in Israel's war room, but it could never be denied a seat at the table when it asked," he said.

"What I was told from the Israeli prime minister's office is ‘America's goal is to de-escalate the war. Our goal is to win the war,' and we saw that clash at every point, especially during the Biden administration."

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The book, written by Kaufman and Jerusalem Post senior military analyst Yonah Jeremy Bob, also describes how Netanyahu initially resisted launching a full-scale ground invasion of Gaza following the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas massacre, only to emerge later as one of the strongest advocates for continuing the war.

"Prime Minister Netanyahu had just seen the IDF, Israel's military, fail miserably on Oct. 7, and Israel's intelligence services fail miserably on October 7," Kaufman told Fox News Digital.

Senior American generals dispatched by President Biden also warned Israeli leaders that a ground invasion could end in military defeat, even in Gaza City, according to Kaufman.

Netanyahu eventually approved the ground operation on Oct. 27, 2023, after weeks of internal debate.

"Over time, he would gain confidence in the IDF, regain confidence in the military, in Israel's intelligence services, and end up outlasting, exhausting, or simply firing all of his war room rivals," Kaufman said.

Kaufman was more critical when asked about Netanyahu's accountability for Oct. 7.

"I have spoken to Prime Minister Netanyahu several times in person, even more on the phone. I had a three hour conversation with him extending well past midnight in Israel," Kaufman said. "I have not heard him take responsibility for what happened on October 7th."

Instead, Kaufman said, Netanyahu consistently points to the failure of senior military officials to alert him before the Hamas assault began. "What he says is, 6:29. They didn't wake me up until 6:29 in the morning on the day of October 7th," Kaufman recounted.

Those remarks came as a new controversy erupted in Israel over the official record of Netanyahu's actions on the morning of the attack.

In a lengthy interview broadcast Thursday by Israel's Channel 12, retired Maj. Gen. Avi Gil, who served as Netanyahu's military secretary at the time, said that the prime minister's chief of staff, Tzachi Braverman, attempted to alter the official record of a telephone call between Gil and Netanyahu.

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Gil said a stenographer told him she had been instructed to change the recorded time of their first secure telephone conversation from 6:40 a.m. to 6:29 a.m. Gil said he had raised concerns about irregular recordkeeping with the attorney general's office in real time. Braverman has acknowledged seeking to change the recorded time but denied wrongdoing.

Gil also challenged the completeness of Netanyahu's public account of the events preceding the massacre, saying there were significant gaps between what occurred and what had been presented to the Israeli public and in his written statements.

The Likud party dismissed the alleged attempt to falsify the record, saying "the matter had been investigated by police two years earlier and that police had recommended closing the case because it lacked substance." However, prosecutors have not announced a decision to close the case.

Gil also said that opportunities to secure hostage agreements earlier in the war had been lost because of political considerations.

Asked by Channel 12 whether some hostages who died in captivity could have been brought home alive, Gil replied, "We could have."

He indicated that opposition to ceasefires and hostage deals from far-right ministers in Netanyahu's coalition influenced the prime minister's decisions.

While acknowledging that senior Israeli military officials believed Netanyahu was prolonging the war for political reasons, Kaufman challenged the argument that political survival was his sole motivation, pointing to Israel's subsequent campaigns against Hezbollah and Iran. "There were real strategic interests to be pursued," he said.

"Almost all of the real achievements of this war came later in the war," he said, arguing that the subsequent weakening of Hezbollah, the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria and the attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities complicated claims that continued fighting served only Netanyahu's political interests.

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The book also examines how Israel's early military successes against Iran helped persuade President Donald Trump to authorize U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities during the 12-day war in June 2025.

Kaufman described how a Trump administration official showed him a map of Israeli airstrikes that had opened a route toward Fordow, Iran's heavily fortified underground nuclear facility.

According to Kaufman, Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir subsequently made the case directly to Vice President JD Vance that American forces had an extraordinary opportunity to strike.

"You have a straight shot to Iran's nuclear sites. You will never have a better opportunity than this," Kaufman said, recounting Zamir's message to Vance.

Kaufman said the Israeli military chief told Vance that Israeli aircraft were already operating over the area, but that the U.S. possessed the heavy bunker-busting bombs necessary for the Fordow mission.

He credited the vice president with helping secure Trump's final authorization for Operation Midnight Hammer.

"Vice President Vance played a critical role in ultimately securing American participation in the highly successful 12-day war," Kaufman said.

The account challenges the notion that Trump was reluctantly drawn into the conflict by Netanyahu, Kaufman argued, portraying the president instead as responding to an opportunity created by Israel's demonstrated military capabilities.

Jake Sullivan's response was not received by the deadline.

The Justice Department has charged 64 foreign nationals across 17 states with unlawful voting, fraudulent voter registration and election-related offenses in roughly the last five weeks, according to figures provided to Fox News Digital, as federal prosecutors intensify election-integrity enforcement.

Minnesota leads the nation with 11 defendants, followed by Pennsylvania with 10 and Texas with nine. Louisiana accounts for five, while New Jersey, California and Florida each have four, according to the department's latest tally.

The nationwide crackdown comes as federal officials intensify scrutiny of voter-registration safeguards ahead of November's midterms, with recent elections underscoring how even a few illegal ballots can exceed the margin separating candidates. Fox News Digital mapped the states with the largest concentrations of defendants as DOJ says it has charged 104 people with voting fraud-related offenses since Trump returned to office in 2025.

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"Every illegal vote cancels out the vote of a lawful American citizen. In 2020, Iowa's 2nd Congressional District race was decided by six votes," a DOJ spokesperson told Fox News Digital, referring to Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks' narrow victory over Democrat Rita Hart.

DOJ said federal prosecutors are bringing more than twice as many election-fraud cases each week as the six-vote margin in the Iowa race.

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The spokesperson added: "Voting by noncitizens and other ineligible voters is a federal crime, and the department will enforce the law whether a case involves one illegal ballot or hundreds."

The cases involve allegations ranging from fraudulent registration applications to ballots cast in multiple elections.

The department is also securing guilty pleas in some cases, including against Filipino national Evelyn Miller of Emmaus, Pennsylvania.

Miller pleaded guilty to illegally voting in the 2024 presidential election and faces up to one year in prison and a $100,000 fine.

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"We intend to prosecute anyone who corrupts our democracy by illegally voting in its elections," U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania David Metcalf said.

Also in Pennsylvania, federal prosecutors charged Haitian national Cliff Sanon with submitting a fraudulent voter registration application in Philadelphia County. Prosecutors allege he submitted eight registration applications and voted in the November 2022 election.

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In Minnesota, Ghanaian green card holder Joshua Kofi Edzie was charged with illegally voting in the state's August 2026 primary and falsely claiming U.S. citizenship in connection with voter registration.

The prosecutions have also reached Republican-led states, including Texas, Louisiana and Florida, which account for 18 defendants combined in the DOJ figures provided to Fox News Digital.

In Louisiana, the feds indicted an ex-mayoral candidate on a charge of voting by an alien. Bridget Johnson, who ran in 2024 to lead Cotton Valley, Louisiana, allegedly submitted a registration in the name of Jamaican national Michael Wedderburn and falsely swore he was a citizen. Wedderburn then allegedly voted illegally in 2024 for president and mayor. He was also recently indicted.

In New Jersey, Republicans have pointed to several razor-thin elections amid a separate controversy involving approximately 6,600 people who indicated they were not citizens but were erroneously registered through the state's Motor Vehicle Commission. Fewer than 400 subsequently voted, according to Gov. Mikie Sherrill's administration.

Former Englewood Cliffs Mayor Mario Kranjac recently highlighted municipal elections in Caldwell, Atlantic Highlands and Bogota decided by margins of four to six votes in 2023.

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The state has not established that any of the affected voters changed an election outcome. Sherrill spokesman Sean Higgins previously said the governor "moved with transparency and accountability to remediate this error from 2023."

The prosecutions come as federal officials continue scrutinizing voter-registration safeguards ahead of November's midterm elections. Authorities have not established that any of the cases identified in DOJ's nationwide tally changed the outcome of an election.

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The rush may reflect fears that their license data could be abused. Police, however, say that reissuing a license would do little to prevent crime.

One Maine lobsterman isn’t ready to give up after the Supreme Court declined to hear his challenge to a GPS vessel-tracking requirement Monday, fearing it threatens a way of life passed down for generations and could ripple across other industries.

For decades, fifth-generation lobsterman Frank Thompson has driven his boat from Vinalhaven, a small island off the Maine coast, into deeper waters to set traps and haul in lobsters. Now, he says a GPS tracking mandate has turned his boat into a government-issued 24/7 "ankle bracelet," sparking a years-long legal battle over constant surveillance and Fourth Amendment rights.

"This is totally against the Fourth Amendment, and somebody's got to hear it one way or another," Thompson told Fox News Digital. "This black box that they're putting aboard the boat is not legal, in my mind, and I'm not a criminal."

Thompson, who also owns Fox Island Lobster Company with his wife and two sons, was out fishing earlier this month when one of his sons texted him, letting him know the Supreme Court had declined his petition to hear the case and left in place a First Circuit ruling that said the GPS tracking requirement did not violate the Fourth Amendment because lobstering is a closely regulated industry.

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"I just told myself, I said, ‘Well, it ain't over yet,’" he said.

The mandate, requiring a small electronic box to be installed aboard federally licensed lobster boats in Maine, has flipped Thompson’s life upside down, he said.

According to the Maine Department of Marine Resources (Maine DMR), the devices collect a boat’s location once per minute while moving and every six hours while docked. The tracking doesn’t stop there, Thompson said, with the device collecting data even during personal trips, a key concern in his case.

Whether Thompson is traveling back to the mainland or having a family picnic, he said the device gives him "a creepy feeling" about who has his information and who is possibly watching.

"Freedom is gone. What else can they do to us?" he said.

Thompson said there is even more at stake. He described how his first boat ride happened two days after he was born and how his sons and grandchildren are following in his footsteps today.

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"Fishing's been in my blood and I always want to be on the water and it's something that I couldn't explain to you the feeling that you get out fishing and stuff," he said. "It's just a way of life."

Thompson equated the feeling of pulling up the line of a trap and catching dozens of lobsters to "opening a present at Christmas time."

"This is what I like," he said.

Matthew Gilliam, Thompson’s attorney at Pacific Legal Foundation, said lobstermen must carry the trackers "as a condition of earning a living and keeping their lobster license," arguing the mandate infringes on Fourth Amendment rights "because it was warrantless."

"That forced trespass was a violation of the Fourth Amendment because it's an unreasonable search and seizure," he said.

Maine DMR implemented the rule in 2023 at the direction of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission. State officials and conservationists have since backed the mandate as necessary to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales, monitor lobster populations and sustain the industry for years to come.

"They're bringing it up because it's for the whales," Thompson said. "Well, the government's lying through their teeth like they always do, and I'm not a criminal."

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Shortly after the mandate took effect, a federal lawsuit was filed by Thompson and four fellow lobstermen, claiming the device subjected them to tracking they never consented to.

A federal judge dismissed the case, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit upheld that decision, finding the tracking requirement did not violate the Fourth Amendment under an exception for closely regulated industries.

Thompson said the privacy concerns extend beyond fisheries, with the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), which represents farmers and ranchers, standing behind his Supreme Court appeal. The group filed an amicus brief arguing the lower court’s reasoning could weaken Fourth Amendment protections for farmers, ranchers and others in regulated industries.

"Everybody's got cell phones, they can track us if they want to," Thompson said. "But put a black box on a tractor, seeing how many days that he's out in the field or whatever, it's just, the independence is gone."

Although the AFBF supported Thompson’s challenge, the Conservation Law Foundation, which filed a separate brief in favor of the tracking requirement during the First Circuit appeal, praised Monday’s decision.

"This decision is a valuable step toward appropriately managing this iconic species," CLF Associate Attorney Sarah Shahabi said in a press release. Fox News Digital reached out to CLF for comment but did not hear back before publication.

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Maine DMR also responded to the decision, maintaining its support for the tracking requirement in a statement on Monday.

"DMR continues to believe this data collection requirement is critically important to the long-term sustainability of the lobster fishery and resource," Maine DMR Commissioner Carl Wilson wrote.

Gilliam said that despite the Supreme Court declining to hear the case, lobstermen and others in regulated industries should not lose their privacy rights simply for doing their jobs.

"Lobstermen and others have Fourth Amendment protections and we'll continue fighting against government overreach," he said.

Thompson said he still wants answers about why the government is treating lobstermen like they have done something wrong.

"We're just out there making a living and we're taking good care of the resource," Thompson said. "You can't believe the steps that we've done to take care of it and we don't get credit for nothing."

He warned that if government regulations continue to be adopted across different fisheries, it could "ruin us."

"People just don't think before they react to it," he said. "All these rules and regulations and it's taking away a lifestyle of generations of freedom."

As for what comes next, Thompson said he will continue to work with his lawyers to try to remove the tracking requirement once and for all.

"I'm fighting for everybody, not just myself," Thompson said. "I'm just fighting for freedom for everybody."

As California grapples with soaring Medi-Cal costs — including billions spent on healthcare for immigrants without legal status — Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers have backed a revised health-plan tax in response to new federal restrictions, a move critics warn could shift more costs onto privately insured Californians.

The tax has united an unlikely coalition of doctors and health insurers against him, with critics warning it could make California even more expensive.

To preserve billions in Medi-Cal financing after Washington tightened the rules governing health-plan taxes used to draw federal matching funds, Newsom backed a redesigned tax that would raise the levy on private health plans beginning in 2027 if federally approved, potentially increasing premiums for their customers. Providing healthcare to illegal immigrants cost California an estimated $12.4 billion in 2025, the Associated Press reported.

When asked if expanding coverage to illegal immigrants created a need for California to raise taxes, Brian Blase, president of the right-of-center Paragon Health Institute, answered with a strong "yes."

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"The One Big Beautiful Bill Act limited California's ability to target the tax just on Medicaid insurers, so California is proposing to raise the health insurance tax on people that have private coverage ... the estimates are that would increase insurance for families by $400 a year," he told Fox News Digital. "That is just because California doesn't want to deal with its unsustainable spending ... there are many people on the program who are not eligible for the program, and that is not even accounting for the fact that California has expanded Medicaid to all unauthorized immigrants in the state."

California's attempt to shore up Medi-Cal's bottom line follows federal changes that will prevent the state from continuing its existing health-plan tax structure after 2026, forcing a redesign of a financing mechanism that has generated billions of dollars for the program.

The California Medical Association and California Association of Health Plans are suing to block the tax increase, not on the grounds that it benefits illegal immigrants, but over allegations that the measure violates voter-approved limits on health-plan taxes and restrictions on how the resulting revenue can be spent. The duo uniting to challenge the tax is notable because doctors and insurance companies often find themselves on opposite sides of healthcare debates.

Proposition 35, the initiative in question, limits how much California can tax commercial health-plan enrollment, constraining the state's options as it tries to comply with new federal rules governing the much higher tax previously imposed on Medi-Cal enrollment. The proposition was passed with overwhelming support from Californian voters.

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"California voters passed Proposition 35 and made it law. The state does not get to ignore that law simply because following the law is inconvenient," California Medical Association CEO Dustin Corcoran said in a statement.

Health insurers warn the cost of the revised tax could be passed directly on to consumers through higher premiums, estimating an increase of about $100 per person per year. A family of four, for example, could face an additional $400 annually on top of normal rate increases.

Newsom spokeswoman Tara Gallegos said that the governor maintains that his tax increase is not rendered illegal by the proposition.

"The state disagrees with their claims, and we believe the courts will too," she told Fox News Digital of the lawsuit.

H.D. Palmer, deputy director for external affairs at the California Department of Finance, explained to Fox News Digital that the new tax measure was designed to comply with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. According to Palmer, the state's current health tax regime may conflict with the bill and that the state is submitting a proposal with two tracks — one that is similar to the current taxing scheme but might run afoul of federal law and another that conforms to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act by shifting costs toward private plans.

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"If the federal government declines to approve the tax that is structured similar to the existing [health plan tax], Proposition 35 may then sunset per current law," he added.

California has faced a mass exodus of people and businesses over the past decade, with the cost of living being one of the chief reasons individuals cite for leaving the Golden State. One analysis found that almost 10 million people moved from California to other states between 2010 and 2024, while just over 7 million moved to California from elsewhere in the country during the same period.

The state’s exodus has raised concerns about its financial outlook, with the departure of higher-income residents potentially reducing tax revenue for a state heavily dependent on income taxes.

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Cameras in a Delaware neighborhood caught at least two masked men knocking on doors late Friday night, including one carrying an apparent rifle, police said.

Images released by the New Castle County Police Department show a man wearing a tactical-style vest and holding what appears to be a rifle while knocking on a home's front door.

A separate image shows another individual approaching a front door wearing a black vest and mask.

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According to police, officers were called to the 1200 block of Canvasback Drive in Mallard Pointe, New Castle, around 10:50 p.m. Friday following a report of a suspicious person.

Residents told police that a man wearing a black hockey-style mask and tactical-style vest approached homes while carrying what appeared to be a rifle.

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The man allegedly knocked on doors before running away, according to police.

Authorities said four men were also seen heading eastbound on Mallard Road — two on bicycles and two on foot.

Officers and a K-9 unit conducted a search of the neighborhood and nearby properties but could not locate the individuals.

Although police have not confirmed whether the weapons were real firearms, they said they believe the weapons may have been airsoft-style guns.

Anyone with information about the incident or home security footage from the surrounding area is urged to call 911 or the department's non-emergency number at 302-573-2800.

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TUSCALOOSA, AL- Don't tell Georgia or Alabama that Saturday night's game in Tuscaloosa was meaningless because of the current college football playoff format.

After a week full of drama surrounding Hurricane Isaias and whether we would see these two teams take the field on time, fans were treated to a heavyweight showdown inside Bryant Denny Stadium on Saturday in front of a soaked crowd watching from the stands.

We did not need any extra hype for this one. The theatrical movies that schools release before kickoff were not going to do anything that the Bulldogs and Tide couldn’t do when they arrived around 5:40 p.m. EST on Saturday afternoon.

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This was about Kirby Smart trying to buck the regular season trend against Alabama, while Kalen DeBoer looked to put his team back into the perceived national spot that some wanted to argue they had fallen out of.

What you got was two teams trading haymakers for a first half that ended with DeBoer going for a touchdown with just seconds remaining on the clock, taking a 14-10 lead into the locker room.

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This came after Georgia had found its way out of its own end of the field on two occasions for 10 points.

A late-arriving crowd inside a a misty Bryant Denny Stadium watched two coaches trying to outmaneuver each other for four quarters, while Keelon Russell and Gunner Stockton traded shots on offense.

What more could you ask for on a day filled with so much drama around college football?

Heck, in the fourth quarter alone this evening, Georgia missed a field goal that would have given it the lead against Alabama, while Kentucky missed a 26-yard chip shot that would have tied the game with LSU.

There were plenty of times in this game tonight where Georgia felt like the better football team, in all facets. But then, when you have such dynamic team like Alabama that can score on you within seconds, no lead seemed safe.

In reality, we were watching two of the best teams in college football in Tuscaloosa, and it doesn’t matter that they both come from the SEC. You can add Ohio State to that list, while taking Texas off of it at the same time.

We are reaching that point in the season where the frauds are starting to show themselves, and there wasn’t one on the field in Tuscaloosa. We can talk about Alabama and this team moving past the Saban era until we're blue in the face, and some will still be doing 10 years from now.

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While Georgia would retake the lead with a field goal on the ensuing drive, the officials would become part of the story late in the fourth quarter.

Chaos reigned on Alabama's drive, as Georgia was not called for an obvious pass interference that would have resulted in the Tide extending its drive by 15-yards. But, as the boos reigned down from the Bryant Denny Stadium stands, there was nothing left for the Alabama fans to cheer about after the Bulldogs sacked Keelon Russell on the ensuing play.

In that moment, tacked on with a personal foul against Dijon Lee that resulted in Georgia being able to take a knee and run the clock out, which once led to Kalen DeBoer being the most animated we've seen him during his time at Alabama.

Until somebody beats them, it's the Dawgs.

One way or the other, Kirby Smart has a football team that finds a way to win football games, which is not the case for other teams across the Southeastern Conference, or the sport.

"I didn’t come here to lose," Kirby Smart said after the game.

We witnessed a football team fighting through adversity, with the world wondering if Kirby Smart was going to get over some type of perceived hump.

The problem for those pushing that message: Kirby Smart really does not care any longer. Following the win, Smart bolted straight for the visitors section, slinging his visor around in the air while the Georgia fans and Kirby's wife waited to embrace his family.

"I'd rather make memories with my family, team and coaching staff ... I just wanted to celebrate with my wife..She deserved a kiss for all that she puts up with from me."

We are witnessing a new Kirby Smart, who is not worried about trying to silence critics or whatever is being written about him.

That's a dangerous man, who seems to be fighting more for the respect from his family and those who encompass the football facility in Athens.

"Do I wanna win championships? Hell yeah, but I have a lot more respect for them (family and players) to understand that there's a lot more important things in life."

Welcome to the new era of Kirby Smart.

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President Donald Trump praised Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., as a "great guy" on Saturday, saying he would welcome the Pennsylvania Democrat into the Republican Party.

Trump was asked by a reporter after stepping off Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews whether he had spoken to Fetterman — who has repeatedly broken with Democrats during the current session of Congress — about becoming a Republican and whether he would welcome such a switch.

"I'd love to see it. I think he's great," Trump responded.

"It's going to be hard for him to get the nomination as a Democrat, but I'd love to have him as a Republican," he continued.

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Trump described Fetterman as a "great guy" with "magnificent parents," whom he said he had spoken with previously.

"He's a very solid person," Trump added. "He's smart and all that, but he's got great common sense."

Trump also suggested that switching parties could benefit Fetterman politically.

"If you look at the polls, he does better as a Republican than he does as a Democrat," he said.

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Trump's comments come as Fetterman has repeatedly broken with Democrats on key issues, including the Iran war and immigration, although he continues to vote with his party the vast majority of the time.

Since joining the Senate in 2023, Fetterman has voted with Senate Democrats nearly 90% of the time. During the current session of Congress, however, that figure has fallen to just under 81%, Fox News Digital previously reported.

Fetterman's occasional breaks with his party have fueled speculation in recent months about whether he might eventually become a Republican. He has also reportedly used Republican fundraising platforms to solicit donations and maintains a close friendship with Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala.

Last month, Fetterman recorded a video introducing Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., at the Republican Midterm Convention.

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He also mistakenly referred to himself as a lifelong Republican during an appearance at the Texas Tribune's TribFest last month.

An attendee at the event asked why Fetterman did not run as an independent.

"Because I'm a lifelong Republican," he said, before realizing his mistake. "I guarantee you that will break through. That will get clipped."

Fox News Digital has reached out to Fetterman's office for comment.

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Safe to say, Kalen DeBoer was not happy.

When Lee reached the sideline , an irate DeBoer gave the player much more than an earful, and it appeared the coach told Lee that he "just cost us the d— game."

At first, Lee wanted no part of DeBoer's message, but he ultimately didn't have much of a choice.

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DeBoer had already been pushed to the brink — or so everyone thought — a couple of plays earlier. With just over three minutes to go, Alabama was looking for a score, and Georgia may have gotten away with defensive pass interference in the end zone.

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The next play, quarterback Keelon Russell was sacked out of field goal range, taking away any chance for the Crimson Tide to tie the game at 20 late. Thus, Alabama punted, and it never got the ball back.

Thus, Georgia handed the Crimson Tide its first loss of the season, as the Bulldogs moved to 6-0.

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President Donald Trump said Saturday he had not decided whether the firing squad execution of convicted Fort Hood gunman Nidal Malik Hasan would be livestreamed, saying he will ultimately "make a decision."

The Pentagon confirmed to Fox News Digital earlier this week that the execution of Hasan – a former Army major who was convicted of killing 13 people and wounding 32 others at Fort Hood in 2009 – was scheduled to be livestreamed on Dec. 3.

Trump, however, said he had not decided whether to allow the military's first execution in more than six decades to be broadcast from Fort Hood.

"He was vicious, he was violent," Trump told reporters at the White House when asked about Hasan's execution.

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"There are two thoughts: don't show it and show it," he continued. "Because, you know, by showing it, maybe other people won't be doing what he did."

"I'll make a decision, ultimately," Trump added. "I know what the military would like to do, but we'll make a decision."

Fox News Digital previously reported that Trump approved the use of an Army firing squad following a recommendation from War Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Trump's comments came one day after he was asked whether he had approved the decision to livestream the execution.

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"I wasn't involved in that decision, but I understand the decision," Trump said during an interview Friday with CNY Central following a rally in Syracuse.

Trump added that the military wanted the execution to "serve as an example, and I understand that very well."

Vice President JD Vance said Friday that he wasn't sure whether the execution would be livestreamed.

"If it's ultimately livestreamed, I'm not going to be watching it," he told reporters.

If Hasan's execution is carried out, it would be the first conducted by the U.S. military since 1961 and the first military execution by firing squad since 1945.

Fox News Digital's Jasmine Baehr contributed to this report.

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You'd think it would be hard to top winning a game by pushing your chips to the center of the table and putting everything on a two-point conversion attempt in overtime to win, like the Kentucky Wildcats did last week against South Carolina.

Well, they found a way: they did it again, and this time it was against the No. 10 LSU Tigers.

The Wildcats pulled off a shocker, beating the Bayou Bengals 35-34 in overtime.

The two teams traded scoring drives all game long, with both quarterbacks, LSU's Sam Leavitt and Kentucky's Kenny Minchy, both having big nights, throwing for 275 and 246 yards respectively.

By the end of regulation, it was tied 27-27, with LSU getting the first possession in overtime.

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Leavitt got things started with a 10-yard pass, and then followed it up with a 15-yard run to the house to give LSU the lead.

Coach Lane Kiffin sent out his kicking team, and Scott Starzyk booted the extra point to give them a seven-point lead.

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This is exactly what happened to Kentucky just one week earlier against the Gamecocks. Kentucky gave up a touchdown and extra point, and then countered with a touchdown of their own and a two-point conversion for the win.

Running back CJ Baxter scored on a 1-yard run, and sure enough, Kentucky coach Will Stein kept his offense on the field.

The two-point attempt wasn't without drama. Kiffin used a timeout, and then Stein used one of his own just in time to negate a crystal-clear false start on his Wildcats.

When they finally got the ball off, LSU seemed to think they were going to pass it, which gave Minchy a ton of daylight to trot into the end zone for the win.

What a way to end it... again!

That made the Wildcats the first team in FBS history to win back-to-back overtime games by a single point.

Will Stein should probably hit a roulette table the way his gambling has been paying off.

That's a statement win for the Wildcats and a crushing defeat for the Wildcats, who have now lost two so far this season.

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Williams was shoving all night, but Jose Ramirez gave him quite a nice cushion, golfing a two-run home run in the fourth inning. The pitch was 8.88 inches off the ground, the lowest for a postseason home run since at least 2008 and the lowest of Ramirez's career.

That was all the Guardians needed, as Williams got five more outs, and the bullpen took care of the rest. Erik Sabrowski, Evan Gaddis, and Cade Smith combined to get the final 10 outs, striking out nine in the process (Sabrowski struck out the lone batter he faced, and Gaddis and Smith each punched out eight batters).

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Ramirez is a hero after what had been quite the down season. His .235 average, .320 on-base percentage, and .368 slugging percentage were all his lowest marks since 2015 when he was spending some of his time in Triple-A. He started out 0-for-6 in the series but went 5-for-12 in the final three, with two homers, a triple, and a double.

The White Sox have been prone to the strikeout all season long, having the fifth-highest strikeout rate in the league, but this was another level. In the regular season, they struck out 24.1% of the time, but that number bumped up to 63.6% on Saturday.

Cleveland lost the first two games of the series on their own home field, giving the White Sox a chance to clinch a series at home for the first time since 1906. But alas, they will now be headed home after Cleveland won three-consecutive elimination games.

The Guardians will face the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Championship Series, their second trip to the round in the last three seasons. The Rays are fresh off a sweep over their AL East rival New York Yankees.

The ALCS begin Monday in Florida, and the winner of that will face either the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are trying to threepeat, or the Milwaukee Brewers, whose small-market operation will try to dethrone the champs.

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Stratton would be the last one standing. She survived the scramble around the ladder to grab the briefcase and become the second woman ever to win the match twice. She initially won in 2024 and cashed in on Nia Jax to win the WWE Women’s Championship. Now, she’s just as dangerous as ever with a guaranteed title shot in the palms of her hand.

It was far from a cakewalk for "Tiffy Time." Her night started with a hard fall to the ground.

Stratton was trying to give the WWE Universe a must-see moment almost at the jump. She climbed to the tallest ladder outside the ring and hoped to take out Legend, Ruca, Perez and Vice below.

However, as she went for the swanton dive, it appeared she didn’t get enough momentum on her flip. Stratton’s legs caught the wrestlers below her but her head slammed onto the padded ground below her.

Stratton immediately sat up and held her head for a few moments. The crowd nearly went silent as officials continuously checked on Stratton to make sure she was OK. It was a very scary fall that could have gone much, much worse than it did.

Somehow, Stratton was able to continue on through the match and pick up the win.

If the Stratton head bang wasn’t enough to have you scream "Oh s---!" in your living room or at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Ruca took the heart-stopping moments to a new level.

Legend found herself in a precarious position. She was sprawled out on a ladder that was wedged between the ring apron and the announce table. She was a sitting duck and Ruca took advantage.

Ruca jumped to the top of the turnbuckle, gave Legend a polite wave and hit a frog splash that sent both competitors through the ladder. Legend writhed in pain on the ground as Ruca took a second on her back to gather herself.

Jacy Jayne told OutKick Dropkick she was going to be "Jacy in the Bank" by the end of the night. She wouldn’t share her strategy, but made clear she was studying up on each wrestler’s tendencies before going into the match. But nothing could have prepared her for her fall.

Jayne went up to grab the briefcase with a ladder wedged in between the ropes and the one she was standing on as she tried to grasp at her title opportunity. Behind her was Vice, who wasn’t going to let Jayne get her mitts on that case.

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Vice had Jayne in a chokehold. They fell backward and onto the perpendicular ladder. Instead of falling through it, the two superstars tipped the ladder up and they slid down it and out of the ring and onto the floor. Their backs scarred.

Both seemed to be OK but they wouldn’t be factors through the final scramble.

Ruca had a very good opportunity to get the briefcase herself. She and Stratton were on the ladder at the same time, fighting to gain some kind of advantage.

Jayne came out of nowhere and pushed the ladder down. Stratton narrowly avoided getting tangled in the ropes. Ruca hung onto the hook that carried the briefcase.

She then dropped from the hanger and landed on top of Jayne, Stratton and Legend.

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Apple may be planning to announce a new partnership with home security company ADT, alongside the introduction of its all-new smart home hub, according to several clues. Apple has invited the media to a "Welcome home" experience in New York on Tuesday, October 13, so the partnership could be made official on that day.


Since around July, ADT has posted "Low Voltage Technician" job listings in various U.S. cities, but those hired for the position so far have been provided with very few details about their specific responsibilities. In recent months, some of these people said they have primarily been shadowing other ADT technicians while they await further information. In addition, some of the employees and their managers said they signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) related to the role. This high level of secrecy is very common for Apple.

Another potential giveaway is that ADT has provided these new hires with iPhones for work, whereas its other technicians have received Android devices.

A third clue is that some of the new hires said ADT finally plans to share more details about the role later this month, so the company may be waiting for Apple to announce its smart home hub on Tuesday. Apple is also expected to unveil an ecosystem of third-party smart home accessories it developed in partnership with brands such as LG.

One of the new hires said ADT initially planned to provide details about the role in September, but later delayed this timeframe until October. This would be consistent with reports that Apple has postponed the announcement of its home hub multiple times, as Siri AI was not ready. The revamped version of Siri finally launched last month.

In addition to Siri AI, the home hub will reportedly offer smart home accessory management, home security monitoring, photo faces and galleries, an overview of calendar appointments, music playback, FaceTime video calling, and more. The hub will reportedly be available in a tabletop version with a speaker base and a wall-mounted version.

Some of the new hires who asked their managers about the secretive role were told that it will apparently relate to home automation and in-home installation services, so perhaps Apple will announce an option for customers to have an ADT technician professionally install the wall-mounted home hub or the related accessories from LG.

It is unclear if Apple's partnership with ADT would extend to home security monitoring.

ADT already reached a home security partnership with Google in 2023, but it reportedly dropped some features that it offered on Google Nest devices earlier this year. A few people familiar with the matter told us that ADT's agreement with Google either already expired this year or will expire next year and is not set to be renewed. If this is true, then it would pave the way for ADT to reach a partnership with another tech giant: Apple.

Keep in mind that a potential partnership between Apple and ADT is still just a rumor for now, and all of these clues could somehow prove to be one big coincidence. But if the partnership does become official on Tuesday, you heard it here first.
This article, "Rumor: Apple to Announce New Partnership With ADT" first appeared on MacRumors.com

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All year, food supplies have dwindled as mines and drones made the road increasingly impassable.

This comes after the league rescinded fines levied against 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk and Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson for pretending to chug an imaginary drink.

After meeting with the NFLPA, the league decided that drinking celebrations were okay, but obviously, smoking celebrations are still verboten.

Which clears things up a little bit... but I think we need further experimentation.

I think for the sake of understanding these rules, a player needs to score and then celebrate by pretending to sip a glass of scotch while puffing away on an imaginary cigar.

Is that a drinking celebration or a smoking celebration?

Just sounds like a gentleman detective unwinding in his study to me, but how does the NFL see it? Is it a fine? Is it not a fine? Is it a smaller fine because the drinking dilutes the smoking?

Does it matter that they're just pretending to smoke something that doesn't have the "Reefer Madness" element to it?

Fans and players need clarification on the nuances of smoking and drinking celebrations, and as far as I can tell, this is the only way to find out.

...Well, I guess someone could just ask, but my way is more fun.

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Sure, fans appeared to be in Reigns’ corner. They acknowledged him. They chanted "OTC." But as Knight came with in a millisecond of pinning Reigns, the crowd turned. They wanted to see Knight pull off the impossible in what was the best match of his WWE career up to this point.

Knight pulled out all the stops. He nailed a jumping superplex and put Reins into the Burning Hammer. He couldn’t get the pain. He ate multiple Superman punches and kept his shoulders off the mat. He avoided a spear and countered with a BFT. Outside of the ring, Knight avoided Reigns’ attempt to spear him through the barricade. Then, he powerbombed him through the announce table.

The challenger brought Reigns back into the ring and still couldn’t get the win. The yelps were loud in my house as Knight nearly got the pinfall multiple times.

All of Knight’s momentum came to a screeching halt when Reigns put him onto the ropes, attacking the groin area. Knight never recovered. He stumbled around the ring as Reigns hit him with two more Superman punches and the final spear.

Reigns avoided Knight’s mind games. He looked Knight square in the eyes when Knight flipped him the bird in his own kind of acknowledgment. He played his own game – slow, methodical, purposeful, which was a far cry from his Mexico City title defense against Penta about a month ago.

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Reigns proved what most of us know. He is the supreme superstar of WWE. He is at the Head of the Table and there is no one who can touch him no matter how popular his challenger is.

Still, the sharks were lurking.

As soon as the match ended, 946 appeared in the crowd. Royce Keys, Lucien Price and Bronco Nima signaled they were coming after the champ. The Usos and Solo Sikoa appeared right behind them.

The two stables brawled throughout the arena. As they got outside, Jaida Parker appeared in an SUV and got the 946 out of harm’s way.

The LA Knight problem is over for Reigns and The Bloodline. The looming war with the 946 is inevitable.

The court's legislative body demanded "the immediate revocation" of the sanctions, urging "the international community to stand firm" in its defense.

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Klum's Halloween party is returning this year, and is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Every year on the spooky holiday, Klum goes all out with her costume, having previously dressed up as Medusa, E.T. from the movie "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial," an earthworm, Princess Fiona from "Shrek" and other elaborate costumes.

When speaking to People earlier this month, the "Germany's Next Top Model" host shared some clues about her costume this year, saying she thinks hard every year about "how I can one-up myself."

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"All I can say is that we’re going bigger than ever," she said about this year's costume, noting she "can't wait to celebrate" the "very special milestone" with everyone.

"I can’t say too much yet, but I can tell you that this year’s costume is going to be much bloodier than in years past," she shared. "I always love finding a way to surprise people, so I think this one will definitely be gory and get a reaction!"

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The same three substances were present in the bloodstreams of two recently deceased University of Mississippi students, according to federal court documents obtained by Fox News Digital.

Ole Miss students Aidan Hamilton, 18, and Robert Strang, 20, both had Mitrogynine, and the Schedule 1 controlled substances MGM-15, and MGPI present in their bloodstreams, according to toxicology reports revealed in a court filing reviewed by Fox News Digital.

The revelations come ahead of the public release of the full toxicology report.

The three substances, according to the document, are all found in Smax-Mango Breeze pills, which investigators determined Hamilton and Strang had in their possession at the time of their Sept. 21 deaths in Oxford.

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"During the investigations, packaging associated with kratom-related products was discovered at both locations," Lafayette County Metro Narcotics said in a September statement.

Specifically, officers found packages of Smax Mango Breeze MGM-15 with price tags reading $39.99, each with a black smudge on the first 9, at both sites.

Law enforcement officers arrested 51-year-old Yahya Mohamed Mosleh and his son, 18-year-old Islam Mohamed Mosleh, on charges connected to a narcotics' investigation involving an Oxford tobacco shop, Puffs Vape, Tobacco and Beer Store.

The men are facing federal drug charges after investigators say they traced purchases made by Strang and Hamilton at the store before their deaths, according to court documents.

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According to court documents, agents made a controlled purchase of the substance from Yahya Mosleh, at which time he allegedly sold them a product that was hidden in a locked container, a product which the court documents say "had been banned by local ordinance for more than 4 years."

Shortly after the purchase, agents obtained a search warrant and conducted a search of the store where they found "the same Smax Mango Breeze MGM-15 – with the exact same packaging, exact same ingredients and exact same price tag, of $39.99 with a smudge on the 9."

After testing the substances in a lab, agents determined the products contained Schedule 1 controlled substances – MGM-15 and MGPI. Furthermore, Strang's and Hamilton's bank records show they both made purchases at Puffs on the same date, according to the court documents.

"There is also probable cause to believe these drugs caused two overdose deaths in Oxford, Mississippi. The Government proved that there was probable cause that the laboratory-tested drugs taken by the two overdose victims were the same type of drugs that were seized from the Moslehs during a court-authorized search warrant," the court documents read.

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The court documents also note that Yahya made the sale of the products to a confidential informant after Strang's and Hamilton's deaths, even warning the informant that people had been dying from the product.

"As the purchase was being made, Yahya Mosleh even told the informant that people were dying from similar products and to be careful. He additionally attempted to conceal his sale when other third parties entered the store, only completing it to the informant when those parties had exited," the report read.

Yahya Mosleh will remain in custody pending trial after a federal judge found him to be "a flight risk with ties to another country," according to the court documents.

Islam Mosleh will be released on a $20,000 unsecured bond with conditions that include a curfew and location monitoring, according to the documents.

The owner of Puffs was indicted by a state grand jury in Lafayette County, Mississippi, for distribution of a controlled substance years ago. However, he absconded and investigators believe he is now running the store remotely from Egypt, according to the documents.

Fox News Digital contacted the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi for comment.

Fox News Digital's Adam Sabes and Bradford Betz contributed to this report.

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That meant backup Dylan Raiola got things going under center.

UCLA put points on the board first with a first-quarter field goal, while Oregon answered back with a touchdown.

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However, their attempt at a 2-point conversion was no good, and it would come back to haunt them.

UCLA added a touchdown in the second quarter, and another in the fourth to go up 17-6, and that's when Oregon coach Dan Lanning decided to give Raiola — who was just 6/19 passing on the day for 43 yards and two interceptions — in favor of senior Brock Thomas.

However, the call to bring in the third-string signal caller proved to be a good one as Thomas led the Ducks downfield for a field goal with just over five minutes left in the game. He then hit wide receiver Evan Stewart in the end zone to make the game 17-15 with a little over two minutes left.

So... remember that failed 2-point conversion in the first quarter?

That meant that the best way to give themselves a chance at the win was to take another crack at two points, and, well...

The Ducks did wind up getting the ball back with an opportunity to take the lead, but the Bruins managed to put a stop to it for the win.

That's a massive, statement win for the Bruins, and a tough second loss for the Ducks.

This one is going to make some waves in the rankings, in the Big Ten standings, and the College Football Playoff picture.

But for now, UCLA is clearly enjoying an important road win.

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After Rhys recently neglected to thank Russell in his acceptance speeches at the Emmy Awards, where he won for his work on both "Widow's Bay" and "The Beast In Me," Handler suggested that when Russell eventually wins for her role in "The Diplomat," she thanks all her ex-boyfriends and leaves Rhys out.

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While many were concerned by Rhys' omission, Russell explained she told him he didn't have to thank her, as he told her he was most nervous about having to make the speech if he won.

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However, the Longhorns offense stalled, and the Sooners offense picked up in the fourth quarter. Oklahoma was able to squeak out a field goal in the third, while both teams exchanged punts, but the Sooners opened up the fourth quarter with a game-tying touchdown run by Lloyd Avant, erasing their double-digit deficit.

Both teams exchanged punts yet again, but on Texas’ second drive of the fourth quarter, Manning overthrew a receiver, and it was picked off by Peyton Bowen and taken to the house for a 42-yard pick-6, giving Oklahoma a 24-17 lead with 10:07 to go.

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Manning was down, but not out, as he hit Cam Coleman on a 342-yard dime to snatch all momentum. Manning found Jermaine Bishop Jr. two plays later to tie the score with 6:32 remaining. Texas then forced a punt after four plays and were in the driver's seat.

The Longhorns quickly got on the other side of the field, but they had to settle for a 52-yard field goal try - however, it went wide-right, and it was Oklahoma ball with 1:54 to go at their own 35. After forcing an Oklahoma punt, Texas had a shot to end the game in walk-off fashion, but Manning threw yet another fourth-quarter interception, ending that threat.

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Oklahoma got into field-goal range on back-to-back pass plays with nine seconds left, and Tate Sandell drilled a 47-yard field goal as time expired.

It was the first loss for the Longhorns on the season, automatically losing their first place spot in the SEC due to Alabama and Georgia, at 5-0 each, facing off later Saturday.

The Sooners are now 3-2 on the season, as they fight to sneak into the playoff.

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If you've ever wondered how much damage a scammer could really do with your name, phone number and home address, the answer is probably more than you'd expect.

Those three details are generally not enough by themselves to empty your bank account, take out a major loan or completely steal your identity. However, they can give a scammer a believable starting point. From there, the goal may be to trick you into revealing the more sensitive information they still need.

That is what makes seemingly basic personal information so useful to criminals. Here's what a scammer can actually do with those details, the warning signs to watch for and the steps you can take to make yourself a harder target.

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THE SECRET LIST THAT TELLS SCAMMERS YOU'RE AN EASY TARGET

Your name, phone number and address may already appear in public records, old directories, property records or data broker databases. As a result, people sometimes assume there is little risk if a stranger already knows them. The problem starts when those details are combined.

A scammer may add information from a data breach, social media account, people-search site or earlier phishing attempt. Suddenly, the person contacting you may know where you live, your phone number, the names of relatives or other details that make a fake story sound legitimate.

That is why a scam call can feel so convincing even when nobody has actually hacked your phone or bank account. Data brokers can also collect information such as current and previous addresses, phone numbers, approximate age and possible relatives. A scammer may use those details to learn more about you before making contact.

Here are some of the most common ways that information could be used.

A scammer who knows your name and address can pretend to represent your bank, utility company, delivery service or government agency. For example, hearing someone read your correct home address may make the call seem legitimate. However, knowing personal information does not prove that the caller is really from the company they claim to represent.

Once someone has your address, they can send fraudulent invoices, fake prize notices, counterfeit checks or other deceptive mail directly to you. Because the material arrives at your real address and may include your full name, it can look more credible than a random email or text.

Your phone number can also become part of a SIM-swap or account-takeover attempt. A phone number and address alone usually will not be enough to take control of your wireless account. Still, a criminal may combine those details with passwords, PINs or other information stolen elsewhere. If they successfully move your number to another SIM or device, they may then receive calls and text messages intended for you, including some verification codes.

This is where the risk can grow quickly. Perhaps one database exposes your phone number and address while another contains an old password or Social Security number. Criminals can combine pieces from multiple sources to create a much more complete profile. That information may then be used for identity theft, account takeovers or additional phishing attempts.

Personal details can also strengthen family-emergency scams. A criminal may know your relative's name, where you live or other information that helps support a fake story. With AI-generated voices making impersonation scams increasingly believable, personal details can make an already emotional call even harder to judge.

Some services still rely on personal details or knowledge-based questions during account recovery. A scammer may try information such as your address, phone number or other details to see whether they can get further into a password-reset or identity-verification process. They may still need additional information. However, every correct answer can move them one step closer.

Knowing your name, phone number and address does not automatically give someone access to your bank account. Those details alone are also generally insufficient for opening major financial accounts or taking out loans because financial institutions typically require additional identity verification.

However, I would not treat that as a guarantee. The bigger concern is that a scammer can use the information they already have to convince you to provide what they are missing, such as a password, verification code, Social Security number, bank account information or credit card number. In other words, your basic information may be the beginning of the attack rather than the end.

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Suppose your phone rings and the caller immediately knows your full name and home address. Then they tell you there is suspicious activity on one of your accounts. That specificity can cause you to listen a little longer. Next, they may ask you to verify a code that just arrived by text, confirm an account number or transfer money to supposedly protect it. This is where I want you to be especially careful. A caller knowing something about you is not proof that the caller knows you. Personal information should never replace independent verification.

Watch for these warning signs:

One unusual call does not necessarily mean someone has stolen your identity. Still, several warning signs appearing together deserve attention.

A few precautions can make it much harder for someone to turn basic information into a successful scam.

Search your name, phone number and address and see what comes up. You may find people-search sites and data brokers displaying information you would rather keep private. Where possible, submit opt-out requests to have those listings removed.

Ask your wireless carrier what protections it offers against SIM swaps and unauthorized number transfers. Set a strong account PIN or password and enable any available port-out or number-transfer protection.

If an unexpected caller knows your address, bank name or another personal detail, do not assume that means the call is real. Hang up and contact the company directly using a phone number or app you already trust.

Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) for important accounts. When possible, I prefer an authenticator app, passkey or physical security key over text-message verification for especially sensitive accounts. That reduces the damage a successful SIM swap could cause.

Choose a private family verification word or phrase that family members can use if someone calls claiming there is an emergency. Do not post it online or use something a stranger could easily guess.

Avoid confirming or correcting personal details during an unexpected call. If someone says, "You're still at 123 Main Street, correct?" you do not need to tell them your new address. End the call and verify the request independently.

Review bank and credit card activity for transactions you do not recognize. You should also check your credit reports for unfamiliar accounts or inquiries. If you are concerned about identity theft, a credit freeze can make it harder for someone to open new credit accounts in your name. Credit freezes are free and can be placed with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion.

Personal information tends to accumulate online over time. One breach may expose an email address while another exposes an old password. Meanwhile, data brokers may already have your address, phone number and information about your relatives.

An identity theft protection service can help you watch for signs that some of this information is being misused. Depending on the service and plan, that may include identity monitoring, credit monitoring, financial account alerts, data broker removal and help recovering from identity theft.

Identity and financial monitoring: Some services can alert you to certain suspicious activity involving your identity, credit or financial accounts.

Data broker removal: Some plans include tools that can help remove your personal information from supported data broker and people-search sites.

Scam support: Certain services offer access to specialists who can help you evaluate suspicious messages, calls or websites.

Identity restoration: If identity theft occurs, some providers offer restoration specialists who can help guide you through the recovery process.

Loss coverage: Depending on the provider and plan, you may also get insurance or reimbursement for certain eligible identity theft expenses or losses. Coverage limits, exclusions and availability vary, so read the terms carefully.

No identity theft service can prevent scams or guarantee that your personal information will never circulate online. However, monitoring and alerts may help you spot suspicious activity sooner.

Even with strong security habits, identity theft can still happen. Your Social Security number, financial information or other personal data may already be exposed without you realizing it. If you are concerned, consider using an identity theft protection service as an added layer of monitoring and recovery support. See my tips and best picks on Best Identity Theft Protection at Cyberguy.com

It is also worth checking whether your email address or other personal information has appeared in a known data breach. Free breach-checking tools can help you identify exposed accounts so you can change affected passwords, turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) and take other steps to lock them down.

If you notice suspicious activity, act quickly. The first priority is to stop any potential damage and determine whether someone has gained access to your accounts.

Most importantly, do not let someone pressure you into making a quick decision. Scammers rely on urgency to keep you from checking whether their story is real.

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Your name, phone number and address may not seem like highly sensitive information, especially when some of it can already be found online. Still, those details can give a scammer enough material to build a much more believable story. I would pay less attention to how much a caller knows about you and more attention to what they want you to do next. If they ask for money, a password, a verification code or another sensitive detail, end the conversation and verify the request yourself. You probably cannot erase every trace of your personal information from the internet. However, you can reduce what is exposed, lock down important accounts and make sure a stranger cannot use a few correct details to earn your trust.

How would you react if a caller knew your full name, phone number and home address? Would those details make you trust the call, or would they make you more suspicious? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com

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President Donald Trump touted billions of dollars in manufacturing investments and his administration's efforts to combat crime in Tennessee on Saturday, while calling Iranian leaders "crazy" and floating the idea of a "Trump Ocean" during a wide-ranging rally featuring musician Kid Rock.

The president appeared in Clarksville ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections, campaigning for Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty and gubernatorial candidate Marsha Blackburn while mixing economic talking points, foreign policy and off-script humor.

Kid Rock opened the event with a religious-themed introduction, praising Trump's leadership while taking aim at the news media.

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"Literally, President Trump could walk across the Cumberland River, and tomorrow the headline would say President Trump refuses to swim," the musician joked.

The rocker also condemned Islamist extremism and defended religious freedom, arguing that Americans should not be forced to live under religious laws that override the Constitution.

"We are not, and we will never be, one nation under Mohammed, because we are, and we always will be, one nation under God," Kid Rock told the crowd.

Trump later thanked his longtime supporter and friend by his given name, Bob, before turning to an array of domestic and international issues.

The president addressed tensions with Iran, calling the country's leaders "crazy" while claiming that Tehran's rhetoric had softened following U.S. military operations.

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"They don't talk that way anymore, by the way," Trump said after recounting previous threats from Iranian leaders.

Trump described what he characterized as extensive damage to Iran's military capabilities, claiming 159 ships had been sunk and its air force and air-defense systems destroyed.

"They have no Navy. They have no Air force, they have no anti-aircraft equipment," Trump said.

The president then pivoted from the Strait of Hormuz to an unexpected geography lesson, suggesting it could one day be called the "Trump Strait."

He also revisited his decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America before floating additional changes to the map.

"We need a river. We need an ocean," Trump said, suggesting the Atlantic or Pacific could become the "Trump Ocean" or "Ocean of the Americas."

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"Before I get out, I think we should have an ocean," he added, without yet announcing any formal renaming plans.

On the economy, Trump promoted Korea Zinc's planned investment of more than $6 billion in Tennessee, a project expected to create 740 jobs across Montgomery and Smith counties.

Tennessee officials announced the $6.6 billion project in December, describing it as the largest single private corporate investment in state history. The plans include a new critical-minerals smelter in Clarksville and the reopening of a former mine in Gordonsville.

"And your state will soon be home to the first new mineral smelter in the United States, first one built since 1979," Trump said.

The project is intended to strengthen domestic supplies of minerals used in semiconductors, defense technology and advanced manufacturing.

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Trump also cited General Motors' previously announced $275 million investment in its Spring Hill manufacturing facility to support production of next-generation turbocharged Cadillac engines.

The president credited his tariff policies with encouraging domestic investment, arguing that companies were expanding American manufacturing to avoid import duties.

In a Tennessee-focused fact sheet released as the rally began, the White House asserted that Republican-backed tax policies had preserved $23 billion in economic activity in the state. The administration also cited an average $3,674 tax refund for Tennesseans in 2026.

Public safety was another focal point of his address, with Trump praising federal law-enforcement operations in Memphis and claiming approximately 12,000 dangerous criminals had been removed.

The White House separately asserted that murders and overall crime in Memphis had declined approximately 36%, crediting the Memphis Safe Task Force.

The president also shared some lighter moments about first lady Melania Trump, describing her objections to his theatrical impersonations of athletes during discussions about transgender participation in women's sports.

"She said it's not presidential," Trump recalled, before joking about her film career. "There is only room for one star in a family, so I don't need this movie stuff. I don't need it."

Trump, who carried Tennessee in all three of his presidential campaigns, said the visit was also an opportunity to thank supporters in a state where he had enjoyed strong electoral backing.

"Sometimes it's nice to go to a place where you don't have to be, but you're there to say thank you to the great people that elected you three separate times in record time," Trump said.

Trump repeatedly returned to the November elections, urging supporters to back Republican candidates even though his name will not appear on the ballot.

"In this election, I'm asking you to do me a favor. Pretend. Just pretend that I'm running," Trump said.

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During an appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" in 2014, Affleck's ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, also made fun of the slip.

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It doesn't have to be caviar to have the same culinary cachet, and this nori 'caviar' recipe proves it.

Maple ice cream has deep roots in the Northeast, appearing in some 19th-century cookbooks, and the addition of walnuts eventually made it a New England staple. Maple walnut, also known as maplenut, was much easier to find in the 1970s but has since faded from many ice cream aisles and shops.

"My grandmother loved the Maple Walnut flavor. I don't think I've seen it since I was a kid," one Reddit user recalled.