AI Labor Is Boring. AI Lust Is Big Business

After years of hype about generative AI increasing productivity and making lives easier, 2025 was the year erotic chatbots defined AI’s narrative.

I Tested Popular Functional Coffee Add-Ins for a Week Each (2026)

Our reviewer optimized his morning cup of coffee with creamer substitutes that promise health benefits and mental clarity.

How to Make It Through Cold and Flu Season

Reduce your chances of catching these respiratory illnesses, and make sure you don't spread it to others.

New York to Phase In Protections for Horseshoe Crabs

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation that will ultimately ban the catch and biomedical use of the crabs.

Homes for Sale in New York State

This week’s properties are a four-bedroom in Great Neck and a three-bedroom in Briarcliff Manor.

The best smart scales for 2026

If you are trying to stay on top of your health this year, a smart scale can make the process feel more manageable. These devices log details like body fat, muscle mass and water levels, then sync everything to your phone so you can see patterns instead of guessing. It is an easy way to track changes and stay motivated between workouts or check-ins with your doctor.Some smart scales keep things simple and focus on just your data, while others tie into big fitness platforms or support multiple us...

6 kick-butt financial resolutions you should make today to protect tomorrow

Another year has gone by and you may not have gotten your financial house in order. Whether you have been slacking or maybe not doing all you can, a new year provides an opportunity to start some financial best practices. Here are some easy places to start. Having money set aside (and hopefully compounding) for retirement is a good financial practice. If you have an employer that matches your 401(k) contribution, you should be maxing out that match, as it is basically free incremental money for ...

For 2026, you should make a resolution to know the Revolution

New Year's Day 2026 kicks off the 250th year of the United States of America. Our nation's founders planted the first seed of liberty on July 4, 1776, when they adopted the Declaration of Independence. This single act started our sovereign nation. I started falling in love with true stories from our nation's founding era nearly 20 years ago. An editor at AMG publishing asked me to write a book for their series, "Battlefields and Blessings." Because they had already published a 365-day devotional...

Socialist Mayor Mamdani inaugurated alongside Bernie Sanders and AOC on New Year’s Day

Socialist New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is set to take the oath of office to become the next mayor of the nation's largest city after being sworn in early Thursday morning and taking the oath of office on Thursday afternoon. New York Attorney General Letitia James administered the oath of office to Mamdani at midnight while Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., is set to swear him in again at a public inauguration at 1 p.m. New Year's Day. Mamdani used a Quran during his swearing-in ceremony, a...

10 Tech Cleanup Tasks for New Year's Day

Knock out these simple chores on this day of fresh starts to keep you and your devices humming smoothly.

Here’s What It’s Like to Use Acuity Scheduling for Your Business or Side Hustle (2026)

The online booking platform aims to streamline scheduling for everything from virtual appointments to workshops.

137th Rose Parade set to kick off in Pasadena. It's likely to be soggy

The 137th Rose Parade is set to kick off the new year of 2026 in Pasadena, rain or shine.

New year, new tax measures: What to expect in 2026

The coming year will see some changes to existing tax measures, the abandonment of others and some help for personal support workers. But overall changes to the taxes individuals pay will be minor in 2026.

Trump's 'unprecedented' diplomat recall sparks concerns over politicization of foreign service

The Trump administration’s recent recall of 30 career diplomats from around the world as part of its "America First" priority push is unprecedented, according to experts who say it may serve to politicize the American Foreign Service while populating it with those who lack the skills to deal with challenging diplomatic issues.

Cool space stuff you don’t want to miss in 2026, including a Canadian who’s heading to the moon

This year brought us our third-known interstellar visitor, beautiful displays of the northern lights and the opening of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory that will change our views on the universe in ways we have yet to understand. But now, we look ahead to just some of the cool things skywatchers might want to keep an eye on in 2026.

Father and son dress as Santa, visit Gaza tent city with gifts, music to celebrate New Year

Sunset bathed the north of Gaza City in golden light Tuesday evening as Izzat Al-Qawasmeh and his 11-year-old son Mohamed climbed through rubble to the top of a building that once housed hundreds of people. The duo had decided to visit the tent city with gifts, dressed in Santa Claus costumes.

Explosive fire kills multiple people at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebrations

An explosive fire at a bar in the Swiss Alps killed multiple people and injured others during New Year’s celebrations, police said.The blaze happened in the Alpine ski resort municipality of Crans-Montana, Switzerland, police said."The fire started around 1:30 a.m. this morning in a bar called 'Le Constellation,'" police spokesperson Gaëtan Lathion said. "More than a hundred people were in the building, and we are seeing many injured and many dead."EXPLOSION AT PENNSYLVANIA SENIOR HOME PROMPTS M...

Mamdani Is First New York Mayor to Use the Quran at His Swearing-In

Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s first Muslim mayor, put his hand on Islam’s holiest book at his swearing-in ceremony.

Mamdani Names Transportation Chief With Job of Making Buses Fast and Free

As commissioner of New York City’s Department of Transportation, Michael Flynn will seek to implement one of the new mayor’s central campaign planks.

Mamdani Names Transit Chief Whose Mandate Is to Improve Bus Service

As commissioner of the department of transportation, Michael Flynn will seek to implement one of the new mayor’s central campaign planks.

Visible Promo Code: Save $140 in January 2026

Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.

ATandT Promo Codes and Bundle Deals: Save $50 in January

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your internet or get the latest phone, we’ve got you covered with our selection of ATandT coupons and deals.

Dozens presumed dead after explosion at Swiss ski resort town Crans Montana

Police say the cause of the explosion at the Swiss resort remains unknown.

Several dead in explosion at Swiss ski resort town Crans Montana - police

Police say the cause of the explosion at the Swiss resort remains unknown.

Newegg Promo Code: 10% Off in January 2026

Enjoy up to 10% off your entire order with today’s Newegg discount code and save with the latest deals for gaming PCs, laptops, and computer parts.

NordVPN Coupons and Deals: 77% Off in January 2026

Save up to 77% on 2-year plans and get 3 free months with our NordVPN discount codes.

Zohran Mamdani Is Sworn In as Mayor of New York City

Zohran Mamdani officially took office as mayor after the New Year’s Eve ball drop, in a private ceremony held at a shuttered relic of the city’s subway.

Mamdani sworn in by AG James in private midnight ceremony

New York City socialist mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani was officially sworn in as mayor in a midnight ceremony by New York Attorney General Letitia James.The early Thursday morning event was a private ceremony where Mamdani was accompanied by family members at the Old City Hall Station, a decommissioned subway station with deep historical roots.In a press release, the Mamdani transition team said the midnight swearing was chosen to be at a location symbolizing how the subway system is the "lifeblood...

New year fitness deals: up to 42% off walking pads, weights and more

The new year is here, and for many that means new fitness goals or even new routines. We rounded up treadmills, exercise bikes, dumbbells and more to kick-start your routine. From 33% off a folding walking pad to an extremely roomy Adidias gym bag, these fitness essentials are definitely worth checking out. Shop the best offers on cardio, strength equipment, smart fitness trackers, sneakers and more.Massage gun: $26.99 (33% off)Adjustable weight bench: $79.99 (38% off)Brooks women's Adrenaline G...

Trump targets Minnesota fraud allegations, says ‘we’re going to get to the bottom of all those'

President Donald Trump railed against alleged social services fraud in Minnesota during remarks at his New Year’s Eve celebration at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday."Can you imagine they stole $18 billion," Trump said. "That's just what we're learning about. That's peanuts. And California is worse, Illinois is worse and sadly New York is worse."Trump continued, "We're going to get to the bottom of all those. It was a giant scam."Trump added that he saw Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn., on television earlier Wedn...

Trump targets Minnesota fraud allegations, says ‘we’re going to get to the bottom of it’

President Donald Trump railed against alleged social services fraud in Minnesota during remarks at his New Year’s Eve celebration at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday."Can you imagine they stole $18 billion," Trump said. "That's just what we're learning about. That's peanuts. And California is worse, Illinois is worse and sadly New York is worse."Trump continued, "We're going to get to the bottom of all those. It was a giant scam."Trump added that he saw Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn., on television earlier Wedn...

DOJ outlines 10 ‘wins’ under Trump, says agency restored after Biden era

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Wednesday outlined a list of its accomplishments during President Donald Trump’s first year back in office, arguing that the agency has ended the political weaponization it says existed under the Biden administration.The DOJ claimed in a statement posted on X that it has "turned around" the agency, restoring fairness and law enforcement priorities."Instead of keeping Americans safe, the Biden DOJ weaponized its power against political opponents: conservatives, ...

Canada wins Group B after defeating Finland at world juniors

Cole Beaudoin and Brady Martin each scored twice as Canada topped Finland 7-4 at the world junior hockey championship on Wednesday.

FOSS Weekly #26.01: Distros of 2026, Terminal Customization, CachyOS Server Edition and More Linux Stuff

The first FOSS Weekly of the year 2026.

Snowmobiler dies in avalanche in the Rocky Mountains near Tumbler Ridge, B.C.

Avalanche Canada says three snowmobilers were riding about 35 kilometres southwest of Tumbler Ridge when the avalanche was remotely triggered from the base of the slope.

France reportedly planning to ban children under 15 from social media starting 2026

France is planning to ban children under 15 from social media and to restrict cellphone use in high schools starting next year, local media Le Monde reported on Tuesday.The proposal aims to curb excessive screen time and shield minors from online risks such as inappropriate content. President Emmanuel Macron has repeatedly cited social media as a contributing factor to violence among young people.  "Many studies and reports now confirm the various risks caused by excessive use of digital screens...

Miami upsets Ohio State for shocking CFP win, ends Buckeyes' back-to-back national title hopes

There was much debate a few weeks ago over whether the Miami Hurricanes belonged in the College Football Playoff, and on Wednesday night, they proved the naysayers wrong.The Hurricanes delivered a 24-14 upset victory over the defending national champion Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl Classic to advance to the College Football Playoff semifinals.Miami refused to be stopped on one of their final drives. Mark Fletcher Jr. and CharMar Brown dug deep to find the energy and the will to keep th...

13 Open-Source Apps I Use from a Web Browser (And You Can Too)

You don't always need to install an open source software on your desktop or self host in your homelab. I use some of my favorites from the comfort of a web browser.

U.S. military says 8 killed in strikes on 5 more alleged drug boats but survivors jumped overboard

The U.S. military said Wednesday it struck five alleged drug-smuggling boats over two days, killing a total of eight people while others jumped overboard and may have survived.

The Countdown Begins: New York City Awaits Mayor Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in shortly after the New Year’s Eve ball drops, in a private ceremony held at a shuttered relic of the city’s subway.

Hulk Hogan, Diane Keaton, Ozzy Osbourne: Celebrity deaths of 2025 remembered

Hulk Hogan, Diane Keaton and Ozzy Osbourne were among the stars who died last year.

The rise of DTLA: Car crashes, costly surgeries and a $4-billion sex abuse settlement

A Times investigation examines how Downtown LA Law Group, a firm at the center of L.A. County's historic settlement over sex abuse in government facilities, rapidly amassed thousands of clients and became a subject of a district attorney's probe into alleged misconduct.

China’s ‘condom tax’ sparks backlash as Beijing struggles to reverse population collapse

China will begin charging a 13% value-added tax on contraceptives starting Jan. 1 while exempting childcare services from the same tax, a move authorities say is part of a broader effort to boost births as the country faces a sustained population decline, according to the BBC and the Associated Press.The tax overhaul, announced late last year, removes exemptions that had been in place since 1994, when China was still enforcing its decades-long one-child policy.Alongside the new tax on contracept...

Gaia Spots Worlds Being Born

ESA’s Gaia space telescope has achieved something astronomers thought nearly impossible, detecting planets while they’re still forming inside the dusty discs surrounding newborn stars. By measuring the subtle gravitational wobbles that unseen companions induce on their host stars, Gaia has found hints of planets, brown dwarfs, and companion stars in 31 young stellar systems out of 98 surveyed.

College football fans sound off on ESPN score bug during Ohio State-Miami playoff game

College football fans were locked into the playoff matchup between the defending national champion Ohio State Buckeyes and the No. 10 Miami Hurricanes on Wednesday night.The Hurricanes took a two-score lead with a clever touchdown pass from Carson Beck and a pick-six from Keionte Scott. On social media, college football fans were upset with a different issue.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe ESPN score bug appeared to distract viewers, and they let it be known on X. As teams ...

Puppy found in trash compactor in Gardena. Police officer who rescued him will also adopt him

Gardena Police Officer Nick Beerling responded to calls of a whimpering animal coming from a self-compacting trash bin outside a local church. Now, he's bringing the terrier home.

Mom, 19, arrested after toddler abandoned during botched car theft in Highland Park

A 19-year-old mother has been arrested after officers found her baby and a dog abandoned in a car while responding to a call for an attempted vehicle theft in Highland Park, authorities said.

Mom, 19, arrested after toddler was abandoned during botched car theft in Highland Park, police say

A 19-year-old mother has been arrested after officers found her baby and a dog abandoned in a car while responding to a call for an attempted vehicle theft in Highland Park, authorities said.

US military confirms 5 killed in Dec 31 kinetic strike on reported narco-terror vessels

Five individuals were killed during a Dec. 31 U.S. military kinetic strike against two vessels operated by designated terrorist organizations involved in narcotics trafficking, U.S. Southern Command said Wednesday.Intelligence confirmed the vessels were transiting along known narcotics trafficking routes and were engaged in drug trafficking activities at the time of the operation, officials said.A total of five individuals described as narco-terrorists were killed during the actions, officials s...

New Year 2026 fireworks: Auckland, Sydney and cities around the globe

Crowds packed Auckland's CBD and waterfront as 3500 fireworks lit up the sky.

Philip Rivers calls it a career again after 'three-game blur' with Colts

Philip Rivers announced his retirement from the NFL Wednesday after coming off the sideline from coaching high school football to play for the Indianapolis Colts.Rivers appeared on "Up & Adams" before the end of the year and said he was really finished this time and was going to turn his focus to the team he coaches."I am (done)," Rivers said. "I got a son who will be a senior, and I got that St. Michael football team ready to go. We got beat in the semifinals two years in a row," Rivers said. "...

California expands low-cost divorce option to more couples, particularly those with children

Signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the law expands what's called a joint petition for summary dissolution to more couples who agree on terms in advance and meet certain requirements.

Iran in shutdown as protesters storm governor's office, crowds chant 'Death to Khamenei'

Iran ground to a near standstill Wednesday as businesses, universities and government offices closed under a government-ordered shutdown amid protests caused by a growing political and economic crisis.Video footage circulating online and shared by the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (MEK) shows intense clashes between protesters and security forces in cities, including Shiraz, Isfahan, Kermanshah and Tehran.In the videos, protesters chant anti-regime slogans and confront security forces ...

Long View of the SandP 500 and Stock Markets of Canada, Japan, China, Hong Kong, India, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain

American hot money piling into some foreign markets produced gigantic gains in 2025 (Spain +49%).

Disney World cast member injured after massive boulder prop veers off track at Indiana Jones stunt show

A massive boulder prop veered off course during Disney World’s Indiana Jones stunt show Tuesday, striking a cast member who courageously tried to halt the rampaging prop. The tense moment during the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Hollywood Studios was captured on video by an audience member and quickly went viral.In the footage, a giant ball rolled out from behind the scenes during the show’s temple sequence. It traveled down an elevated track, hit a wall from the side and suddenly boun...

Mountain lion attacks on pets and cattle rattle a small Central California town

Multiple animals have been killed by a mountain lion in the Monterey County hamlet of Corral de Tierra. State authorities are asking community members to lock up their pets and secure livestock.

Historic Snowstorm Blankets Syracuse Just in Time for the New Year

Syracuse, N.Y., has received nearly twice its usual monthly amount of snow in December.

Jim Beam shuts down iconic Kentucky distillery for at least a year amid market downturn

A whiskey sour for the distilled spirits industry. Consumers are souring on drinking alcohol.And that’s one of a host of complex reasons why Jim Beam is placing its main distillery in Clermont, Ky., on ice for at least a year.Claudia Coffey knows Kentucky bourbon country as well as anyone. She’s a podcaster and bourbon insider.TARIFFS PUSH US WINE INDUSTRY INTO UNCERTAIN TERRITORY: 'REALLY CREATES A CHALLENGE'"Bourbon is Kentucky, right? We love horse racing in Kentucky. We love bourbon in Kentu...

Elon Musk mocks MS NOW contributor for denying genetic differences between ethnicities during heated debate

Elon Musk criticized MS NOW contributor Paola Ramos after going viral last week for a clip where she repeatedly denied that there are any genetic differences between groups of different ancestry.Ramos shared a clip on her Instagram from an interview she did with pronatalist activists. The pronatalist movement believes modern civilization is undergoing a destructive decline in the birthrate, which must be undone by encouraging people to have more children. In her Instagram caption, Ramos warned, ...

Bid Farewell to ‘Stranger Things’ With io9’s Finale Episode Spoiler Zone

What happened in the Abyss—and how are Hawkins' heroes and villains faring in the aftermath of their greatest battle?

Studio City private school is sued by parents of ninth-grader killed in parking lot crash

A 15-year-old student at Campbell Hall died after becoming pinned between two vehicles in the school parking lot after class was dismissed.

Tennis star's fiancée plans to skip one tradition ahead of her wedding

Paige Lorenze, an entrepreneur and fiancée of men’s tennis star Tommy Paul, said in a recent interview she will not be partaking in at least one tradition ahead of her wedding.Lorenze and Paul were engaged in July, three years after the two went public with their relationship. As the two begin to plan their wedding, there is at least one thing Lorenze will not be partaking in.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMShe spoke about it to People."When I got engaged, I had an engagement p...

Three dead in US strikes on alleged drug boats: US military

The latest strikes bring the reported death toll from the campaign to 110.

Eight dead in US strikes on alleged drug boats: US military

The latest strikes bring the reported death toll from the campaign to 115.

Ravens’ Marlon Humphrey calls Steelers matchup script-worthy ahead of AFC North clash

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens will meet Sunday night for an AFC North title and a trip to the NFL playoffs.A win or tie in primetime would give the Steelers their first division crown since 2020. Baltimore is aiming for its third consecutive division championship.Ravens defensive back Marlon Humphrey weighed in on the winner-take-all situation, suggesting the game was effectively a plot point worthy of a script.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"The NFL scriptwrite...

Adams reads his 'greatest hits' quotes from coffee mug in farewell tribute as NYC mayor

New York City Mayor Eric Adams took to social media Wednesday to share a unique farewell tribute on his final day in office, reading some of his "go-to quotes" off a coffee mug."Mayor Adams' greatest hits, you know," he said while waving around an inscribed cup gifted to him by his staff.He then attempted to read some of the quotes aloud, giggling in between each phrase."'I wake up in the morning sometimes and look at myself and give myself the finger,'" he read. "‘Stay focused, no distractions,...

On His Last Day, Adams Drops From View but Still Flexes His Muscle

Mayor Eric Adams had one public appearance on his schedule, but that didn’t stop him from naming a third charter commission in the last hours of his administration.

Arch Manning's 60-yard touchdown run delivers critical blow in Texas' win over Michigan

Arch Manning made the first bowl game start of his collegiate career for the Texas Longhorns and was going up against a Michigan Wolverines team with a chip on its shoulder after the Sherrone Moore controversy.Manning lived up to the hype surrounding him in the beginning of the season and led Texas to a 41-27 victory in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.For the most part, Texas and Michigan were neck and neck. The game was tied at 17 entering halftime. Manning had to dig deep, and the defense had to play...

China restricting beef imports from suppliers including Brazil and Argentina to protect its farmers

It will impose tariffs if levels are exceeded. NZ's quota is higher than actual imports.

Scientists Race to Film Black Holes in 3D

The iconic 2019 and 2022 photographs of black holes M87* and Sagittarius A* captivated astronomers worldwide with their fuzzy orange doughnut shapes. Now, scientists are preparing to take the next giant leap by creating the first ever 3D movies of black holes that could fundamentally reshape our understanding of gravity and the universe’s most violent phenomena.

New Year’s Eve Crowds Brave Cold at NYC’s Times Square to Ring in 2026

The New Year’s Eve celebration drew spectators from around the world, despite cold and blustery weather.

CNN panel erupts when panelist asks why MN Democrats dress like 'Handmaid's Tale' to appease Somali community

A CNN panel erupted on Monday night after a conservative commentator called out the Minnesota lieutenant governor for appearing to wear a hijab. Minnesota Democratic Lt. Gov. and U.S. Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan was seen on a Somali TV station wearing what appears to be a hijab at a mall, as a widespread fraud scandal implicating some Somali residents plagues the state."The Somali community is part of the fabric of the state of Minnesota," Flanagan said, looking into the camera.For Muslim wo...

Washington Monument to become ‘birthday candle’ as US marks start of 250th year

The Washington Monument will transform on New Year’s Eve into the "world’s tallest birthday candle in honor of our Nation’s 250th birthday," according to the national Freedom 250 organization. The monument will be illuminated with projections depicting America’s history, focusing on the American founding and its future, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time Wednesday. Likewise, the monument will turn into a 250-foot birthday candle as part of a countdown to 2026. "The illumination of the Wash...

LAFD leaders tried to cover up Palisades fire mistakes. The truth still emerged

LAFD leaders engaged in campaign of secrecy and deflection designed to avoid taking full responsibility for what went wrong in the Jan. 7 fire.

Rutgers basketball coach mocks NCAA's eligibility rules as debate reignites over NBA-experienced players

The debate over NCAA eligibility for athletes whose background includes NBA experience was reignited after James Nnaji joined the Baylor men’s basketball team.As the list of athletes who spent time in the NBA’s G League or competed at the international level and are seeking to play college basketball in the U.S. grows, several prominent college basketball coaches have spoken out against the trend. Rutgers men’s basketball coach Steve Pikiell is among that group, but, in his critique, he floated ...

NASCAR star Denny Hamlin gives health update on mom after she was injured in deadly house fire

NASCAR star Denny Hamlin shared an update on his mother’s condition after she was moved to a burn unit following a house fire in North Carolina that left his father dead earlier this week.Hamlin thanked those who reached out to him and shared their condolences. Dennis Hamlin died from injuries suffered in the blaze that occurred in Stanley.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Thank you to everyone who has reached out with condolences on my father’s passing," he wrote on X. "My moth...

'It's easy to die there': Icy Mt. Baldy claims three lives as hikers warn of extreme danger

The discovery of the bodies of three hikers on Mt. Baldy has outdoors enthusiasts explaining, in online forums and to reporters, the dual nature of the mountain's conditions.

When Galaxies Collide

Two spiral galaxies locked in a slow motion collision have been captured in stunning detail by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope and Chandra X-ray Observatory. The pair grazed past each other millions of years ago, triggering spectacular waves of star formation and distorting their elegant spiral arms into sweeping silver blue streamers. This celestial dance, playing out over hundreds of millions of years, offers astronomers a rare glimpse into the violent yet creative process that shapes galaxi...

Nina Dobrev flaunts bikini body in vacation photos celebrating the 'final days of 2025'

Nina Dobrev is soaking in the last days of 2025.In a new round of Instagram photos, the 36-year-old "Vampire Diaries" actress shared a series of pictures of her celebrating the end of the year with close friends.One of the photos features her standing on the sand in front of the ocean in a strapless light brown bikini with a matching cover-up skirt, as she shields her face from the sun with a smile on her face."Final days of 2025 🤘🏼," she captioned the post.NINA DOBREV SHINES IN PARIS GETAWAY PH...

Prominent California farmer charged with killing estranged wife held on $5.5-million bail

Prominent Imperial Valley farmer Michael Abatti, charged with killing his estranged wife, was extradited to Arizona on Tuesday, where bail has been set at $5.5 million.

Mamdani Names Top Deputies for Child Care, Operations and Climate

Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect, announced several key appointments who could help implement central promises of his agenda, including universal child care.

Strasbourg court asks Britain to justify stripping Isis bride of her citizenship

Strasbourg court asks Britain to justify stripping Isis bride of her citizenship.

NPR CEO was asked to resign ahead of Trump government spending cuts: report

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) called on National Public Radio (NPR) CEO Katherine Maher to resign ahead of looming federal spending cuts, according to a New York Times piece published Tuesday.The New York Times reported that since becoming NPR CEO in 2024, Maher had received backlash not only from "right-wing activists" over alleged political bias but from fellow public broadcasting organizations as well.According to two people "familiar" with the remarks, Patricia Harrison, the ...

Jelly Roll’s 300-pound milestone tops a list of stunning celebrity weight loss transformations

Many of Hollywood's biggest stars debuted massive weight loss transformations in 2025.Country music superstar Jelly Roll continued to wow fans as he dropped weight this year, while Meghan Trainor stunned her fans after she debuted her weight loss on the red carpet.Here are the biggest celebrity weight loss transformations of the year.JELLY ROLL SAYS LIFELONG GUN BAN AS A FELON SHOULD HAVE 'PATH TO REDEMPTION,' WANTS HIS RIGHT TO HUNT BACKCountry superstar Jelly Roll started his weight loss journ...

Anthony Hopkins marks 50 years sober after near-fatal drunken driving blackout changed his life

Anthony Hopkins is marking a major life milestone.In an Instagram reel posted Dec. 29, the 88-year-old "Legends of the Fall" actor wished everyone a happy new year, adding he celebrated 50 years of sobriety this year."Here we are, another happy new year coming up. Lots of cheer, lots of fun and all that. So really have a great time," he said. "Congratulations on reaching another year, to all of you. My only problem was I had too good a time because 50 years ago today I was nearly killed by drivi...

Dem governor-elect taps Crockett's former 'chief brand strategist' for top DEI role

FIRST ON FOX: Soon-to-be Virginia Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger has tapped the former "chief brand strategist" for Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, to serve in the state’s top diversity, equity and inclusion role.In a Tuesday statement, Spanberger, who takes office on Jan. 17, announced she is appointing Dr. Sesha Joi Moon to serve as Virginia’s chief diversity officer and director of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Spanberger said that Moon’s "experience across government, education, and ...

San Antonio teen who vanished Christmas Eve found dead by suicide in nearby field after days-long search

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).Texas authorities confirmed on Thursday a missing San Antonio teen who vanished on Christmas Eve took her own life.Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last seen alive at about 7 a.m. on Dec. 24, walking a few blocks from her home.Olmos' body was found Tuesday in a field just a few hundred yards from her home, next to a gun, according to a ...

Trump says he's pausing efforts to send National Guard to Chicago, L.A. and Portland

U.S. President Donald Trump said he's dropping for now his push to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland, Ore., a move that comes after legal roadblocks hung up the effort.

Trump says he’s pulling National Guard from three US cities - for now

The withdrawals follow court defeats, including a Supreme Court block on Chicago.

Iran government building attacked as top prosecutor responds to protests

Students at 10 universities nationwide have joined this week's rallies.

Deported illegal immigrant caught by GPS tracker pleads guilty to robbing 7 convenience stores in California

A previously deported illegal immigrant pleaded guilty Tuesday to a series of armed robberies targeting multiple convenience stores in California, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California.Jesús Soto-Parada, 27, from El Salvador, was arrested on June 13, 2024, while fleeing a robbery at a 7-Eleven near Los Angeles, after a clerk placed a hidden GPS device with the cash that they stole. Soto-Parada and an accomplice allegedly robbed stores across eight cities ...

Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt come up short in bowl game as star QB's NCAA eligibility lawsuit ramps up

Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia came up short in his pursuit of a ReliaQuest Bowl win over the Iowa Hawkeyes on Wednesday afternoon.Iowa won the game, 34-27.Pavia was 25-of-38 for 347 yards with three total touchdowns – two passing and one rushing. The Heisman Trophy finalist had an 11-yard touchdown run to cut the deficit to seven points. Iowa and Vanderbilt then traded field goals, but the Commodores couldn’t get the ball back.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe...

Mexican authorities seize $40M in motorcycles from Olympic snowboarder turned fugitive, FBI says

FBI officials in Los Angeles said $40 million worth of motorcycles believed to be owned by former Canadian Olympic snowboarder and FBI fugitive Ryan Wedding were seized by Mexican authorities in a number of busts in December. Officials revealed the seizures in a post on social media on Wednesday more than a month after Wedding was hit with additional charges and raised the reward for his capture to $15 million. Wedding on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVER...

Packers claim All-Pro cornerback following turbulent end with Cowboys: report

Former Dallas Cowboys All-Pro cornerback Trevon Diggs was waived Tuesday, but the 27-year-old appeared to find a new home. The Green Bay Packers reportedly claimed Diggs, trying to give a boost to their secondary ahead of the playoffs. The Packers are locked in as the No. 7 seed in the NFC regardless of Week 18 results. Diggs has dealt with injuries and underperformance in the last few seasons, but he and the Cowboys also had a Christmas Day dispute. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer reportedly de...

Trump withdraws National Guard from Chicago, LA and Portland, for now

The National Guard will be removed from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland, for now, following efforts to reduce crime in those Democratic-run cities, but it was "only a question of time" when troops will return, President Donald Trump said Wednesday after a series of legal setbacks. "We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland, despite the fact that CRIME has been greatly reduced by having these great Patriots in those cities, and ONLY by that fact," Trump wrote o...

NCAA President Charlie Baker draws firm line on college eligibility for players with NBA contracts

The NCAA’s position on eligibility for athletes whose background includes NBA experience has been firmly placed under the microscope in 2025.The organization’s stance was called into question after James Nnaji joined the Baylor men’s basketball team. Nnaji’s move was compounded by reports that Trentyn Flowers, a rookie on a two-way contract with the Chicago Bulls, was allegedly pursuing NCAA eligibility.Just ahead of New Year’s Eve, NCAA President Charlie Baker drew a firm line on college eligib...

US military destroys narco-terror convoy of three vessels at sea in kinetic strikes

The U.S. military carried out overnight kinetic strikes against a convoy of three vessels operated by designated terrorist organizations involved in narcotics trafficking, U.S. Southern Command said Wednesday.According to Southern Command, the operation was conducted by Joint Task Force Southern Spear at the direction of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, using the title cited by the command.The vessels were transiting known narcotics trafficking routes in international waters when U.S. forces took ...

Talented forward group led by Crosby, McDavid should be Canada's Olympic superpower

Teen sensation Celebrini joins Crosby, McDavid on Canadian men’s Olympic hockey team

Megan Lynch, 28, says she is ‘so, so lucky I’m still alive’ after attack at UK hospital

Megan Lynch was among six people injured in the attack at the Merseyside hospital.