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A new human trafficking trend emerges from Myanmar scam centers
Syndicates are increasingly targeting middle- to upper-class individuals from across the world through something as harmless as online video games.
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Chinese military practices striking key Taiwan ports and energy facilities
Beijing carried out "long-range live-fire drills" in the East China Sea on Wednesday as it held a second consecutive day of exercises around Taiwan.
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More than 1,000 ex-rugby players join concussion lawsuit: legal firm
"The claimants are suffering with a range of life-altering neurological conditions," said Rylands Garth.
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U.S. tariffs could have big impact on global trade, BOJ chief says
Gov. Kazuo Ueda also underlined the potential of such tariffs affecting households and business sentiment, which would go on to influence overall spending.
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A May BOJ hike would be too early given tariffs and wages, DPP says
Most economists see the next increase in borrowing costs coming in June or July, but many have said a May hike is possible.
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One Japanese injured in Bangkok after Myanmar quake
This person, as well as the two Japanese nationals in Myanmar who have been confirmed injured, are not in a life-threatening condition.
Actor Val Kilmer, star of Batman Forever, dead at 65: NYT report
Val Kilmer, the California-born, Juilliard-trained actor who starred in films including Top Gun, The Doors, Tombstone and Batman Forever and earned a reputation as a Hollywood bad boy, has died, the New York Times reported. He was 65.
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Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' star, dead at 65
Actor Val Kilmer, who starred in many high-profile films, including "Top Gun," "Batman Forever" and "Tombstone," died Tuesday. He was 65.The New York Times reported that Kilmer died of pneumonia.Kilmer, who played Tom "Iceman" Kazansky in the original "Top Gun" in 1986, died in Los Angeles, according to his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer. RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN, ‘SHOGUN’ STAR, DEAD AT 90The actor was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2015, but recovered, she said.HOLLYWOOD STARS WHO DIED IN 2025: PHOTOSKi...
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Former Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff's law firm latest to strike deal with Trump
The firm that employs former Vice President Kamala Harris' husband is the latest legal powerhouse to agree to terms with President Trump — moves that worry some attorneys and constitutional scholars.
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Gaza woman launches clothing brand with Japanese partner
Entrepreneur Rozan Al-Khazendar is collaborating with a mail-order business operator out of Shiga Prefecture to launch a website selling T-shirts to fund aid to the region.
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Inflation casts shadow over Japan’s cherry blossom season
A report shows that the cost of typical food items eaten at flower viewing gatherings has risen 21.4% in the past six years.
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As Life Happens, “Locked-in” Homeowners Pay Off Below-4% Mortgages: Share Drops to 54%, Lowest since Q4 2020
Conversely, the share of 6%-plus mortgages outstanding surges to the highest since 2016.
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Princeton's U.S. grants frozen, following Trump's moves against other schools
Princeton's president said government agencies including NASA and the defense and energy departments notified the university of the move.
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Liberal wins Wisconsin Supreme Court election in setback for Trump and Musk
The election was widely seen as an early referendum on Trump's presidency, and the campaign easily became the most expensive judicial contest in U.S. history.
Ohio State Highway Patrol investigating small plane crash, pilot dead
Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating after a small plane crashed in Tuscarwas County, Ohio.The incident, which involved a 1973 Cessna 310Q fixed-wing multi-engine plane, happened just after 5 p.m. in Mill Township, Ohio.PLANE CRASH NEAR MINNEAPOLIS SENDS HOME UP IN FLAMES WITH NO SURVIVORS ON BOARDThe New Philadelphia Post of the Ohio State Patrol said the plane took off from Harry Clever Field Airport at 4:40 p.m. and crashed in a farm field in Mill Township at 5:08 p.m. The pilot died in...
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Three reported dead after Xiaomi car with driver assistance crashes
The incident is likely to spark scrutiny over the smart driving software deployed in many of today’s cars.
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Warburg purchases Tokyo rental houses, plans Japan office
The New York-based private equity firm said it acquired a portfolio of 1,195 shared rental houses in the greater Tokyo area.
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Family fights for death-row retrial under Japan's 'snail-paced' system
Japan's current retrial system is often labeled the "Unopenable Door" because the chances of being granted a legal do-over are so slim.
Conservatives drop B.C. candidate in New Westminster—Burnaby—Maillardville
The Conservatives have dropped Lourence Singh, the party's candidate for the New Westminster—Burnaby—Maillardville riding in the upcoming federal election.
Wisconsin voters decide to enshrine voter ID law in state constitution: 'Big win for Republicans'
Wisconsin will enshrine the state's voter ID law in the state constitution after voters approved the proposal on Tuesday.The Associated Press called the vote at 9:48 p.m. EST.Wisconsin already requires that voters have photo ID in order to participate at the polls, but the measure now elevates that law to a constitutional amendment. VAST MAJORITY OF AMERICANS SUPPORT PHOTO ID REQUIREMENT TO VOTE, NEW POLL SAYSPresident Donald Trump celebrated the law being added to the state constitution on Trut...
Susan Crawford prevails over Brad Schimel in closely watched Wisconsin Supreme Court election
Wisconsin voters elected Susan Crawford to the state Supreme Court on Tuesday, the Associated Press projected, maintaining the court's 4-3 liberal majority in a setback for U.S. President Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk, who had backed her conservative rival.
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Stakes are high for Switch 2 after Nintendo’s stock valuation surges
The company's stock is trading near its priciest level in seven years ahead of a reveal of the new console's details.
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Japan infrastructure sector draws up contingencies for Nankai quake
Power utilities, telecommunications carriers and other companies are working on measures to reduce damage and strengthen cooperation to ensure rapid recovery.
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China continues military drills around Taiwan that U.S. says fuel tensions
The U.S. State Department said the drills, code-named “Strait Thunder-2025A," "put the region’s security and the world’s prosperity at risk."
CBP releases March border crossing numbers, marking lowest to date ever recorded
The latest U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) numbers show that during March, the southwest border saw the lowest number of crossings ever, with just 7,180 recorded."Under the leadership of President [Donald] Trump and [DHS] Secretary [Kristi] Noem, the administration has taken bold, decisive action to restore control at the border. Border Patrol agents are empowered like never before to shut down unlawful entry and protect American lives," Pete Flores, acting CBP commissioner, said. "The ...
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Trump ally and rising California GOP star Essayli named top federal prosecutor in L.A.
The attorney general has selected Riverside Assemblymember Bill Essayli — considered a rising and controversial Republican voice — to serve as interim U.S. Attorney for Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
Liberal wins first major 2025 statewide battleground election in race turned into Trump-Musk referendum
PAWAUKEE, Wis. — The liberal-leaning candidate won a high-profile and historically expensive election in Wisconsin on Tuesday, protecting progressive majority control of the battleground state's Supreme Court, which is likely to rule on crucial issues like congressional redistricting, voting and labor rights, and abortion.Dane County Circuit Court Judge Susan Crawford defeated Brad Schimel, a former state attorney general who currently serves as a state circuit court judge in Waukesha County. Sc...
Krypto Shines in Brand New Footage From James Gunn’s Superman
The Warner Bros. and DC Studios CinemaCon presentation gave a new peek at DC's upcoming superhero movie.
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Anti-American sentiment rises in Europe as Trump fuels anger
There’s currently no country in Europe where more than half of the population has a positive attitude toward the U.S.
Elon Musk visits CIA headquarters to discuss DOGE cuts
Elon Musk visited Central Intelligence Agency headquarters on Tuesday to discuss his government efficiency program. The visit was the first for Musk since the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is charged with rooting out wasteful federal spending and shrinking the government. CIA Director John Ratcliffe who invited Musk, posted a photo of him and the tech billionaire at the spy agency headquarters. ATLANTIC REPORTER PUBLISHES MORE TEXTS ABOUT ATTACK ON HOUTHI TARG...
'JFK' director Oliver Stone calls on Congress to reopen investigation into Kennedy assassination
Filmmaker Oliver Stone urged legislators in Washington, D.C., Tuesday to reopen the investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and reassess everything from the crime scene to the courtroom, including the rifle and bullets used, fingerprints and the autopsy.President Donald Trump issued an executive order since returning to the Oval Office in January to release the long-concealed materials about the assassination of Kennedy and records on the assassinations of Sen. Robert F...
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Pentagon sends second aircraft carrier to Mideast as Iran tensions rise
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered additional forces to the Middle East, including the USS Carl Vinson carrier strike group and aircraft.
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Elanga wonder-goal sinks Man Utd as Forest eye Champions League berth
Forest are within touching distance of reaching the Champions League for the first time since 1980-81.
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County supervisors create new homeless agency, despite warnings from L.A. mayor
The plan would move more than $300 million and hundreds of workers out of the Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority and into a new county department.
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Once-rare fungal diseases are killing millions in an unprepared world
An estimated 6.5 million people develop invasive fungal infections each year, with about 2.5 million deaths directly caused by them.
Diddy accuser claims Beyoncé, Jay-Z were witnesses at Miami 'freak-off' party: lawsuit
Sean "Diddy" Combs was accused of human trafficking in a Florida lawsuit filed Tuesday, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital.Plaintiff Joseph Manzaro was allegedly "drugged, transported against his will, and sexually maimed as a victim of a coercive and organized criminal enterprise beginning in 2015, orchestrated and facilitated by the Defendants," the lawsuit stated. Diddy's alleged drug mule, Brendan Paul, was named as a defendant in the suit, in addition to Gloria Estefan's hu...
Milwaukee polling places running out of ballots amid 'historic turnout' by voters
The City of Milwaukee is running out of ballots due to "historic turnout" on Tuesday night, as Badger State residents stand in line at polling places to decide whether the Wisconsin Supreme Court will lean conservative or liberal.FOX 6 Milwaukee reporter Jason Calvi reported the developments on Tuesday night. At least seven polling sites have run out of ballots, per the Milwaukee Elections Commission. The sites are expecting more ballots soon, though the polls closed at 8 p.m. Milwaukee official...
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China begins second day of 'Strait Thunder' military exercises around Taiwan
The U.S. State Department said the drills "only serve to exacerbate tensions and put the region’s security and the world’s prosperity at risk."
USC star JuJu Watkins breaks silence after devastating March Madness injury: 'Thank you all'
JuJu Watkins has become one of the top players in women's college basketball. The USC guard sustained a season-ending knee injury during a second-round game in the NCAA Tournament.While USC got past Kansas State in the Sweet 16, the short-handed Trojans were eliminated from contention in the Elite Eight. The day after UConn's 78-64 victory over USC, Watkins expressed gratitude for the support she's received since tearing an ACL.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Thank you all for...
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A Columbia Campus Occupation Could Have Ended Without Police, Report Says
A university senate review concludes that some demonstrators who occupied Hamilton Hall were willing to leave voluntarily.
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California woman sues Catholic hospital chain over emergency abortion denial
A Eureka woman who nearly bled to death while miscarrying twins last year is suing the hospital chain that she claims refused her life-saving abortion care, building on a previous suit by California's attorney general.
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Israel says there's plenty of food in Gaza U.N. says that's ridiculous
No aid has been delivered to the Palestinian enclave since March 2.
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Trump begins mass layoffs at FDA, CDC, other U.S. health agencies
The job cuts are part of a broad plan by the U.S. president and billionaire ally Elon Musk to shrink the federal government and slash spending.
Sour Patch Kids, after teasing name change, proclaim their taste is 'forever'
Sour Patch Kids aren't sour anymore. Or are they?The gummy candy brand announced last week on social media that it was dropping "sour" from its name and would rebrand itself as "Just Patch Kids," effective immediately."We've heard enough. We've had enough. 'You're not sour enough,' well, guess what – we're not sour at ALL anymore," the newly named candy said in a statement posted on its social media accounts. ICED TEA BRAND, AFTER 'ANNOYING' SOCIAL MEDIA POST, LATER SAYS POPULAR FLAVOR 'IS HERE ...
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LAPD chief ousts lawyer blamed by union for disclosing thousands of officer photos
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell has removed the head of the department's constitutional policing office, a lawyer who had drawn the wrath of the police union for her role in releasing thousands of mugshot-style photos of officers.
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U.S. tariffs on Vietnam would be a blow to Nike and other sportswear brands
Vietnam is a hub for high-tech running shoes, sportswear and outdoor apparel, with brands seeking to reduce exposure to China.
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Not Another Free Lunch: Don’t Let Fannie and Freddie Turn Back into GSEs
“The risk is 99% public and the profit is 100% private.”
Former DeSantis official defeats Dem for Matt Gaetz's House seat
Republican Jimmy Patronis, the former Florida chief financial officer under Gov. Ron DeSantis, fended off his Democrat opponent and successfully won the race to succeed former Rep. Matt Gaetz in Florida's special election on Tuesday. President Donald Trump notably carried the district by 37 points in the 2024 election. The 1st Congressional District special election, in addition to the one in the 6th District to replace U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, are being viewed by some as early...
NBA hands down suspensions to multiple players for role in brawl
The NBA determined the punishment for the players who were involved in a scuffle during Sunday's game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons.Detroit center Isaiah Stewart received a two-game suspension for his role in the brawl, while four other players from the Pistons and Timberwolves drew one-game suspensions, the league announced on Tuesday. Stewart's multi-game suspension partly stemmed from "his repeated history of unsportsmanlike acts," according to the NBA.CLICK HERE FOR ...
Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson’s Research Among Scientists Purged From NIH
Leading scientists at the National Institutes of Health, the US’s leading medical research agency, were swept up Tuesday in the Trump administration’s latest firing blitz.
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Scores hospitalized after huge fire at gas pipeline in Malaysia
Authorities said the blaze in the town of Puchong, on the outskirts of the capital Kuala Lumpur, had been extinguished by midafternoon.
Tim Tebow, wife pay visit to Trump, fellow Florida alum Marco Rubio in Oval Office
It's a busy week for the University of Florida with its men's basketball team gearing up for the Final Four in San Antonio.And a couple of its most famous alumni paid a visit to President Donald Trump this week.Tim Tebow and his wife, Demi-Leigh, posed for a photo with Trump and Sen. Marco Rubio, who also attended the University of Florida, in the Oval Office.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe Tebows and Rubio delivered the infamous "Gator Chomp" behind Trump.Tebow made a trip...
Ivy League student accused of causing 'emotional harm' to non-faculty staff for sending DOGE-like email
A student at Brown University is being accused by the university of causing "emotional harm" because he asked the school's non-faculty employees what they do all day. "It costs $93,064 to attend Brown University," student Alex Shieh wrote in an op-ed in Pirate Wires published Tuesday. "The annual budget deficit is $46 million. I wanted to know where the hell all the money was going."With the help of AI, Shieh created a database of the 3,805 non-faculty employees of Brown University. He also emai...
Nevada schools ban trans athletes from girls sports in major reversal for state
The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) voted on Tuesday to adopt a new gender eligibility policy that bans trans athletes from girls sports. Now, only biological females can compete in the girls' category in the state. Nevada Lieutenant Gov. Stavros Anthony praised the decision in a statement. "I commend the NIAA for taking this important and courageous step," said Lieutenant Gov. Stavros Anthony. "Today’s vote sends a clear message: Nevada values and protects opportunities for...
Valerie Bertinelli's ex accuses her of taking 'backhanded swipes' at him in 'hostile' social media posts
Valerie Bertinelli's ex-boyfriend, Mike Goodnough, accused the former Food Network star of taking "backhanded swipes" at him in her Instagram posts when he spoke out about speculation the two were engaged in a subtle feud on social media. The 54-year-old writer and Bertinelli, 64, called it quits in November after 10 months of dating. On Monday, Goodnough responded to the many "messages and replies" he said he had received, which implied the duo "appear to be communicating with each other via ou...
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Hezbollah official among four dead in Israeli strike on Beirut
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called the attack a "clear breach" of the Nov. 27 ceasefire.
Amazon is selling products calling Canada the 51st state, and many Canadians aren't happy
A petition is urging retail giant Amazon to disable listings of shirts, hats, stickers and other products emblazoned with quotes referring to Canada as the 51st state or otherwise celebrating the idea of Canada being annexed by its southern neighbour.
GOP state senator wins Florida special election, extends GOP House majority
Trump-endorsed Republican state Sen. Randy Fine emerged victorious in one-of-two special elections in the Sunshine State on Tuesday night.Fine will be taking over former Congressman Mike Waltz's seat in Florida's 6th Congressional District, after Waltz vacated the seat to become President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor. Fine outlasted Democrat Josh Weil, a public school employee and political newcomer who raised nearly 10 times more than Fine.Florida's sixth district, located on the Su...
NSC confirms Mike Waltz and staff used Gmail for government communication
The National Security Council (NSC) has clarified reporting about National Security Advisor Michael Waltz and his staffers using personal Gmail accounts for government communications.A report published by the Washington Post on Tuesday claimed that one of Waltz's senior aides used Gmail "for highly technical conversations with colleagues at other government agencies involving sensitive military positions and powerful weapons systems relating to an ongoing conflict," according to the piece."While...
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If New York Puts a Casino in the Bronx, Trump Will Get $115 Million
Although the Trump Organization sold a golf course in Ferry Point Park in the Bronx to Bally’s, it will still receive a windfall if the site is chosen for a casino.
Greens qualify to join Liberals, Conservatives, NDP and BQ at leaders' debates
The Green Party will participate in two federal leaders' debates this month after meeting the minimum requirements to attend, organizers said Tuesday.
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U.N. urges aid to Myanmar quake survivors before monsoons hit as death toll nears 3,000
A civil war in Myanmar had already displaced more than 3 million people long before the quake struck.
Dog stranded for days in sinkhole caught on camera getting rescued after utility worker hears barks
A dog in Arizona that fell into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole was rescued days later after a utility worker passing by heard it barking for help.The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office said its Animal Control division responded to a report on Friday of a dog that was stuck in a deep hole in Prescott Valley.The person who called was a utility worker who told law enforcement he nearly fell into the hole when he heard barking coming from below.When he looked down into the hole, the worker told authorities, h...
Republicans seek to block the reappointment of UN official accused of antisemitism
The House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC) is demanding that the United Nations not reappoint Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese. Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., who chairs the committee, is leading the charge to oppose Albanese.In a letter to U.N. Human Rights Council (UNHRC) President Jürg Lauber, the committee accuses Albanese of failing to uphold the council’s code of conduct. They also condemn Albanese for comments she made about Israel in the wake of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attacks."Albanese unapologet...
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Owner of Langer's Deli says he'll keep restaurant open at least until these 3 things have happened
Despite threats to close the historic restaurant, Norm Langer says he sees LAPD is working toward decreasing crime around MacArthur Park.
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White House says Trump to go ahead with tariffs as nervous world awaits trade war
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said reciprocal tariffs on countries that impose duties on U.S. goods would take effect immediately after Trump announces them.
Chargers' Jim Harbaugh 'disturbed' by hacking allegations against former Michigan assistant coach
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said he was "disturbed" by allegations one of his former assistant coaches at Michigan stole "intimate" photos and videos of athletes, mostly women, over a span of several years. Speaking to reporters at the NFL’s annual spring meeting Monday, Harbaugh was asked about the 24-count federal indictment against former Michigan co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss."Just shocked, completely shocked. Disturbed," Harbaugh said in a video shared by the team.CLI...
In marathon speech, U.S. Senator Cory Booker accuses Trump of 'recklessly' attacking democratic institutions
Democratic U.S. Senator Cory Booker accused U.S. President Donald Trump of "recklessly" attacking the nation's democratic institutions in a speech that began at around 7 p.m. Monday and is approaching a Senate record for continuous speech.
What's up with U.S. Sen. Cory Booker's record-breaking speech on the Senate floor?
In a record-breaking speech on the U.S. Senate floor, Democratic Sen. Cory Booker accused U.S. President Donald Trump of "recklessly" attacking the nation's democratic institutions.
We Tasted the Star Wars Foodie Fun at Disneyland’s Season of the Force
Now through May 11, you can enjoy themed eats and sips inspired by the galaxy far, far away.
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Disney plans to vacate storied Fox lot in Century City by year's end
Disney's lease for space on Fox's Pico Boulevard compound in Los Angeles expires next March. The company has no plans to renew its lease and plans to vacate by year's end, Disney insiders said.
Missing Los Angeles firefighter's body found by divers off California coast
The body of a Los Angeles firefighter who went missing while off duty last year was found by divers Friday off the coast of Long Beach.Connor J. Lees, a 29-year-old firefighter with the Los Angeles Fire Department, went missing Dec. 4 while free diving with friends off the coast of Long Beach, FOX 11 LA reported.The Long Beach Police Department told Fox News Digital personnel were participating in dive training when they found Lees' body in the water.PALISADES FIRE IN LA IGNITES LOOTING FEARS AN...
Prince Harry accused of firing off 'unpleasant' message to charity boss after awkward exchange: report
Prince Harry is finding himself in deeper hot water after the chairperson of an African charity he co-founded accused the royal of orchestrating a bullying and harassment campaign to try to force her out.On Tuesday, The Telegraph reported that the Duke of Sussex allegedly sent an "unpleasant" message to Dr. Sophie Chandauka, the chair of his Sentebale charity, after she refused to publicly defend Meghan Markle following an awkward exchange. The encounter in question took place at a charity polo ...
Zeldin to visit border where 'disgusting Mexican sewage' is harming US environment
Lee Zeldin, who heads the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), on Tuesday said she plans to visit the California-Mexico border to address issues pertaining to the "disgusting Mexican sewage" flowing into the United States. Zeldin will assess the toxic waste and sewage runoff from the Tijuana River, which has resulted in beach closures in San Diego County.'I’ll be visiting the California-Mexico border in the coming weeks where disgusting Mexican sewage is harming our precious environment in the...
'NYPD Blue' actress Kim Delaney released from custody, felony assault charges dropped
Los Angeles prosecutors declined to charge Kim Delaney after the "NYPD Blue" actress was arrested for felony assault Saturday.Delaney was released from custody Tuesday at 10:45 a.m. by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, where she had been held since her arrest March 29, according to records obtained by Fox News Digital.She was initially scheduled to appear in court but was released because prosecutors found insufficient grounds to file a complaint against the television star.‘NYPD BLUE...
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Agent for Virginia Giuffre releases statement after cops claim no injuries reported from crash
She claimed she was dying, police said there were no reports of injuries from the crash.
Arnold Schwarzenegger called son Patrick’s ‘White Lotus’ nude scene ‘absurd’
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son, Patrick, is following in his dad’s acting footsteps, but his nude scenes in "The White Lotus" are something neither of his parents were fully prepared for.As the third season of the popular hit show unfolds, Patrick’s scenes seem to get more revealing. While Arnold was supportive, Patrick said his famous dad had a few thoughts. ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER’S SON PATRICK ‘SHRUNK INTO MY SEAT’ WHEN WATCHING NUDE SCENE WITH FAMILY"After the first episode, he was cracking up ov...
National Security Council adds Gmail to its list of bad decisions
The Washington Post reports that members of the White House's National Security Council have used personal Gmail accounts to conduct government business. National security advisor Michael Waltz and a senior aide of his both used their own accounts to discuss sensitive information with colleagues, according to the Post's review and interviews with government officials who spoke to the newspaper anonymously. Email is not the best approach for sharing information meant to be kept private. That cove...
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A sea lion bites a 15-year-old girl swimming in Long Beach. Experts blame toxic algae
A 15-year-old girl was attacked during her swim test in Long Beach by a sea lion sickened by a recent toxic algae bloom, according to the girl's family.
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'I was so scared': Sea lion bites girl repeatedly during Junior Lifeguards tryout in Long Beach
A 15-year-old girl was attacked during her swim test in Long Beach by a sea lion sickened by a recent toxic algae bloom, according to the girl's family.
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Ghibli effect: ChatGPT usage hits record after rollout of viral feature
The viral trend saw users from across the globe flood social media with images based on the hand-drawn style of the famed Japanese animation outfit.
'Home Alone' star Macaulay Culkin hasn't spoken to his 'narcissistic' dad in over 30 years
It's been over three decades since Macaulay Culkin had any contact with his father. During a recent episode of Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson's "Sibling Revelry" podcast, the "Home Alone" star opened up about why he walked away from acting at a young age and explained why he hasn't spoken to his estranged dad, Christopher "Kit" Culkin, in over 30 years. "Why'd you quit [acting]?" Oliver asked.MACAULAY CULKIN CLAIMS FATHER WAS 'MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY' ABUSIVE: 'DO GOOD OR I'LL HIT YOU'"I was tire...
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Trump preparing executive order to increase weapons exports, sources say
An executive order could increase sales for big U.S. defense contractors like Lockheed Martin, RTX Corp. and Boeing.
Cowboys' Micah Parsons voices support for agent after Jerry Jones' perceived disrespect: 'No one I trust more'
Micah Parsons is eligible for a contract extension, and his representatives and the Dallas Cowboys could soon hash out a massive new deal for the All-Pro pass rusher.During apparent negotiations, Jerry Jones seemed to take a jab at Parson's agent, David Mulugheta. According to Jones, he spent "five, six hours" directly engaging with Parsons about terms of a potential new contract. And the longtime Cowboys owner and general manager claimed he was unaware of Mulugheta's name.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SP...
Conservatives drop Montreal candidate who shared conspiracy theories on social media
Stefan Marquis announced on X Tuesday that he is no longer a candidate for the Conservative Party of Canada in the Montreal riding of Laurier-Sainte-Marie due to recent posts he made on the social media platform.
Obama was working against Kamala Harris behind the scenes, didn't think she could win, new book reveals
Reporter and author Jonathan Allen said Tuesday that former President Barack Obama was working against former Vice President Kamala Harris after former President Joe Biden dropped out, advocating for an open primary because he didn't think Harris could win."President Obama absolutely did not think that Joe Biden should continue, according to our sources close to President Obama," Allen told MSNBC. "And he also didn’t want Kamala Harris to be the replacement for Biden. He didn’t think that she wa...
California Dem compares 'Save Girls Sports' law to Nazi Germany, as two trans athlete ban bills fail to pass
The California state legislature failed to pass two separate bills aimed at protecting girls sports from trans inclusion on Tuesday. During debate for one of the bills, a Democratic state lawmaker compared the proposals to practices employed by Nazi Germany in the holocaust.California assembly member Rick Chavez Zbur made the comparison while arguing against the first bill, AB 89. "This is really reminiscent to me of what happened in Nazi Germany in the 1930s. We are moving towards autocracy in ...
‘Wide-scale domestic terrorism’: Elon Musk urges authorities ‘go after the generals’ behind Tesla attacks
Amid a wave of violence against Tesla vehicles, showrooms and charging stations, Department of Government Efficiency chief Elon Musk labeled the attacks as "wide-scale domestic terrorism" and demanded authorities "go after the generals" behind the violence.Reports of Tesla-related incidents have been increasing nationwide, ranging from minor vandalism, such as keying or graffiti, to more extreme cases like arson and drive-by shootings allegedly targeting Tesla vehicles.Over the weekend, anti-Mus...
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In Adams Case, Some Say It’s Not the Time for Narrow Reading of the Law
Some legal observers say the court-appointed expert who recommended dismissing charges against Mayor Eric Adams failed to account for the extraordinary factors in the case.
WNBA coach takes subtle shot at Trump over 'attacks' on trans athletes
The WNBA celebrated Transgender Day of Visibility Monday, and one of its coaches appeared to take a shot at President Donald Trump.Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve issued a statement saying there have been "executive and legislative attacks" on transgender people."On this transgender visibility day, a time of escalating executive and legislative attacks attempting to deny healthcare, education and basic freedoms; a time of epidemic violence, particularly against black and brown trans women...
Republicans, Democrats trade barbs in heated hearing on activist judges blocking Trump agenda
Democrats and Republicans repeatedly clashed on Tuesday during a lengthy hearing on what the GOP calls "activist judges" blocking President Donald Trump's agenda.The House Judiciary Committee's subcommittees on the Constitution and on courts held the joint hearing in preparation for a House-wide vote on legislation that would limit district judges' ability to issue nationwide injunctions. That bill is currently stalled, however, after an unrelated fight on proxy voting paralyzed the House floor....
FBI to increase personnel in field offices to address violent crimes in Native American communities
The Trump administration will surge FBI resources across the country to address unsolved violent crimes in lands inhabited by Native American tribes, including crimes related to missing persons and the murders of indigenous persons.Under "Operation Not Forgotten," the FBI will send 60 personnel to various parts of "Indian Country" over a six-month period where they will rotate in 90-day temporary assignments, the Justice Department announced Tuesday. The additional personnel will support FBI fie...
Trump to deliver 'Liberation Day' announcement from Rose Garden flanked by Cabinet members
President Donald Trump will make his "Liberation Day" announcement focused on tariffs from the Rose Garden Wednesday afternoon. Trump will head to the White House's Rose Garden at 4 p.m. Wednesday, where he will be joined by members of his Cabinet to unveil his highly anticipated tariff plan that aims to unshackle the U.S. from its decades-long reliance on goods made overseas. "On Wednesday, it will be Liberation Day in America, as President Trump has so proudly dubbed it," White House press sec...
Trump admin defends deporting accused MS-13 leader to El Salvador amid backlash
The Trump administration is remaining firm in its stance to arrest Kilmer Armado Abrego Garcia following a report from The Atlantic that the federal attorneys said that there was an "administrative error" in bringing him to CECOT men’s prison in El Salvador.However, there was strong disagreement between the administration and The Atlantic’s angle, saying that Abrego Garcia needs to be behind bars regardless of where that is because of the criminal allegations against him, including allegedly bei...
Federal Judge Allows DOGE to Take Over $500 Million Office Building For Free
It’s the culmination of a weeks-long standoff between Elon Musk’s DOGE team and the United States Institute of Peace.
Federal Judge Allows DOGE to Take Over $500 Million Office Building for Free
It’s the culmination of a weeks-long standoff between Elon Musk’s DOGE team and the United States Institute of Peace.
