Baltimore Orioles tap drag queen as Guest Splasher in kid-friendly Bird Bath zone for Pride Night
If MLB fans thought the San Francisco Giants Pride Night controversy was messy, the Baltimore Orioles had a message for them this week.Hold our beer.The Orioles announced that Heidi N Closet, a drag queen best known from "RuPaul's Drag Race," will serve as the Guest Splasher in the Tower Federal Credit Union Bird Bath during the bottom of the second inning for Friday's Pride Night at Camden Yards.Yes, a drag queen. As the "Guest Splasher." At a Major League Baseball game.The Bird Bath is the Ori...
George Michael died worth $128M, but friends say he secretly gave away millions for decades: author
George Michael secretly gave away millions and didn't want anyone to know.The British singer-songwriter who first captured hearts with Wham! and later achieved worldwide success as a solo artist died on Christmas Day 2016. Known for his enduring hits and unmistakable voice, Michael also remained a fixture in the headlines for his often-public personal life.While his public life was endlessly scrutinized, some of Michael's most extraordinary deeds remained largely unknown. The late star, who woul...
Travis Kelce's dad calls Taylor Swift 'the girl next door' as wedding speculation reaches new heights
As wedding speculation surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reached a fever pitch, the NFL star's father added even more fuel to the fire.Ed Kelce didn't just gush about the couple's upcoming wedding. The proud father also offered a glowing description of Swift while fans continued searching for clues about when she and the Chiefs tight end will say, "I do.""I am super excited," Ed told Fox 29 Philly about the highly anticipated wedding. "She is a sweetheart. That is truly the girl next doo...
USPS wouldn't deliver ballots in states that refuse to fork over mail-in voter info under proposed rule
U.S. Postmaster General David Steiner indicated to Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gary Peters, D-Mich., during a Wednesday hearing that under a proposed rule, if a state declined to furnish the federal government with its absentee voter list, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) would not mail election ballots in that state.Peters asked Steiner whether, under the proposal, the USPS would mail ballots from a state that "refuses" to provide the federal governm...
Former Las Vegas youth pastor accused of murder in death of wife at Zion National Park
U.S. Marshals arrested former youth pastor David Vander Meer on Monday after prosecutors charged him with murder and insurance fraud connected to his wife Bernadette Vander Meer's 2006 death in Zion National Park.Investigators had originally closed the case but relaunched it last year after Barry Diamond, a senior pastor at a church where Vander Meer had worked, allegedly expressed he didn't believe the death was an accident, according to the probable cause affidavit."At the time, due to a lack ...
Supreme Court hands Trump two major immigration victories
The Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump two major immigration victories on Thursday morning, both having to do with his administration's efforts to reduce asylum claims.In the first case, Mullin v. Al Otro Lado, the court held that migrants who are turned away at the border before entering the United States are not entitled to apply for asylum. In the second case, Mullin v. Doe, the court ruled that Haitian and Syrian nationals in the United States with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) c...
Lionel Richie abruptly cuts concert short after falling ill during opening night of tour
Lionel Richie was forced to abruptly cancel his performance mid-show on the opening night of his tour.The 77-year-old singer was nearly an hour into his concert at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota, when fans noticed a change in Richie.While performing his upbeat classic "Dancing on the Ceiling," Richie paused and took a seat on a platform before later revealing to the crowd that he was feeling dizzy, according to the Minnesota Star Tribune.During the concert disruption, Richie made a li...
FBI joins probe into ‘Free Karmelo’ mob that allegedly beat woman while chanting support for killer: police
The feds are now stepping in following a brutal assault on a Texas woman who was allegedly beaten down by a group of suspects chanting "Free Karmelo," police said.In a news conference regarding the case, Longview Police Department Public Information Officer LaDarian Brown announced that the FBI is getting involved in the case due to alleged ongoing threats circulating online."We are aware of social media conversations concerning retaliation, division and attacks between members of our community....
Most Trump supporters still back NATO despite years of Trump's criticism, new poll finds
Most Americans, including majorities of Republicans and self-identified MAGA Republicans, say keeping the United States in NATO is important to the nation's security and prosperity, according to a new poll. The Reagan Institute Summer Survey found that 73% of Americans say remaining in NATO matters to U.S. security and prosperity, including 64% of Republicans and 61% of MAGA Republicans. Fox News Digital obtained a preview of the survey, which will be made public Sunday.The poll also found bipar...
LaMelo Ball traded to Timberwolves to team up with fellow top pick Anthony Edwards in blockbuster deal: report
One of the hottest names in the NBA is on the move to a contender.The Charlotte Hornets reportedly traded LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday, teaming the third overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft with the first overall pick that year in Anthony Edwards.Ball, the 2020-21 Rookie of the Year, has become one of the best guards in the league, averaging 20.8 points and 7.3 assists per game, although injuries have hampered him. He played in just 105 games from the start of the 2022-23...
Florida GOP candidate warns NYC socialist primary wins will fuel business, resident exodus: 'Concerning'
NEW YORK CITY Florida Republican House candidate Scott Singer, the former mayor of Boca Raton, is outlining the reasons he believes people and businesses will continue to flee New York City after socialists had a dominant night in Tuesday’s primary. "It should be concerning for all Americans because you had the Democratic Party continuing to be co-opted by a fringe socialist base, which is now not the fringe," Singer, running for Congress in Florida’s 25th Congressional District, told Fox News D...
Kansas City Royals look to close out series win against Tampa Bay behind reliable starter Seth Lugo
I need to change my baseball strategy. I've struggled over the past few days, and looking back on my history of baseball betting, I tend to hit slumps around the All-Star Game. I know I usually step back a bit at the trade deadline because you never know who is in the right mental space or going to be traded. Perhaps I need to make an adjustment or go back to guys I've relied on. Maybe for now, the best advice is to fade me after a few tough days.The Kansas City Royals are among the top four or ...
‘Deranged’ vandals fuel Mall sabotage trend, from blood writing to Reflecting Pool damage
FIRST ON FOX: Vandals have targeted the National Mall with multiple separate "8647" markings, a blood-written message on the Washington Monument and damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, prompting federal officials to warn of a growing trend. "Unfortunately, this summer has seen a significant increase in vandalism to the National Mall – for example, several 8647 markings, a person writing words in their own blood on the Washington Monument and the cutting of fuel lines around the Great...
Supreme Court strikes down blue state's 'vampire rule' in major win for gun rights
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the state of Hawaii, granting concealed carry holders a huge victory in the blue state in a 6-3 decision Thursday.The Supreme Court sided with the plaintiff in Wolford v. Lopez, who contested Hawaii's state law requiring a property owner's explicit permission to allow lawful gun owners to bring firearms into public businesses."Hawaii's law at issue here violates the constitutional right to keep and bear arms," Justice Samuel Alito wrote. "This regime hobbles ...
Supreme Court hands Second Amendment win to concealed carry holders in blue state gun control case
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the state of Hawaii's Attorney General in Wolford v. Lopez in a 6-3 decision Thursday, granting concealed carry holders a huge victory in the blue state. The Supreme Court sided with the plaintiff, who contested Hawaii's state law requiring a property owner's explicit permission to allow lawful gun owners to bring firearms into public businesses.Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented.This is a developing story. Please check ...
'Dutton Ranch' renewed for season two after becoming the face of the 'Yellowstone' universe on Paramount+
"Dutton Ranch" fans have a lot more of the story on the way.The "Yellowstone" spinoff focused on Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Rip (Cole Hauser) is currently airing on Paramount+, and it's been a smashing success through seven episodes.With just two episodes remaining in season one, fans have been desperate to find out if there will be more seasons to follow.That answer is now in.'YELLOWSTONE' STARS COLE HAUSER, KELLY REILLY CONFIRMED FOR SPIN-OFF SERIES ALONGSIDE MAJOR CASTING ADDITIONThe official In...
Johnson races to break House GOP blockade in high-stakes meeting with Trump
With just over four months until November's midterm elections, the House of Representatives is consumed by GOP infighting as President Donald Trump continues to push for the SAVE America Act.A group of conservatives, led by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., has vowed to effectively block all legislation on the House floor until the Senate passes the stalled Trump-backed elections bill.House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is racing to unlock the House floor and is set to meet with Trump at the White ...
Fever coach unloads on WNBA over treatment of Caitlin Clark, but it's time for Clark to start punching back
The Caitlin Clark nonsense in the WNBA has officially spiraled out of control.It's been percolating for two years now, and it finally reached a boiling point Wednesday night when Clark was shoved to the floor, punched in the throat and stepped on.That's not hyperbole, by the way. That's what happened. It was absurd. It was disgusting. It was, clearly, intentional.Unbelievably, there was no whistle. No foul called. Nothing from the officials. Crickets.The Fever lost, 111-109. Clark eventually exi...
Nancy Guthrie ransom notes don't match suspect's behavior, profiler says: 'I don't believe they're real'
A veteran criminal profiler says the alleged ransom demands tied to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie appear inauthentic, telling Fox News Digital the notes read as if they were written by two different personalities a cold-blooded "psychopath" and someone far more "emotional.""Bottom line is, I don’t believe they’re real," criminal profiler John Kelly said in an interview. "The first note is strictly about the dollars, about the bucks....Now when you get into the second note, you're talking ab...
How to watch USA vs Turkey: Live stream the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The United States men’s national team opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-1 rout of Paraguay behind two goals from Folarin Balogun, and after taking care of Australia, the team has one match left in the group stage against Turkey on Thursday night.The Americans took care of Australia last week 2-0 to keep their strong start rolling. The victory clinched a knockout-round berth for Team USA. The USMNT will look to carry its momentum into their match against Turkey as the St...
Hollywood plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow reveals the cosmetic mistake male celebrities keep making
Hollywood's leading men are aging in reverse and everyone is noticing.As male actors' faces grow more scrutinized over every red-carpet appearance, one celebrity plastic surgeon says the pressure to look youthful has never been greater."I think there is," Dr. Terry Dubrow, a celebrity plastic surgeon known for his work on shows like "Botched" and "Botched Presents: Plastic Surgery Rewind," told Fox News Digital when asked whether male celebrities are facing increased pressure to age perfectly in...
Mets brutal season comes to head with 6-error game in doubleheader sweep, chants for former star out of anger
This year's New York Mets are the new worst team money can buy.The Mets' $329 million payroll, the largest in the league, has been all for naught, as they are currently tied for the fourth-worst record in the major leagues.And when one looks back at the 2026 Mets however many years from now, Wednesday's debacle will be known as the microcosm of this team.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe Mets hosted the Chicago Cubs for a day-night doubleheader and lost the first half of it, ...
Mamdani-backed socialist primary winner founded group whose goal is to ‘eradicate' Western civilization
The socialist backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani who won Tuesday night’s primary election in New York’s 13th Congressional District founded a group in college that called for the total destruction of the West. Darializa Avila Chevalier, 32, a Democratic nominee for U.S. Congress who made career out of "community organizing," wrote in her biography for an opinion piece in independent news outlet The Electronic Intifada that she "helped launch the boycott, divestment and sanctions campai...
Fetterman warns Democrats 'drifting firmly into communism' after socialist primary wins
Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., delivered a blistering rebuke of the Democratic Party's progressive wing, arguing the party is "drifting firmly into communism" after socialist-backed candidates scored major victories in New York."It was a huge night for the dirtbag left last night in New York City, without a doubt," Fetterman told "The Will Cain Show."Fetterman said Wednesday the Democratic Party is increasingly embracing candidates who are "anti-Israel," "anti-American" and opposed to core institut...
'As long as it takes': Trump allies freeze House floor to pressure Senate on voter ID bill
A group of conservatives is vowing to grind the House floor to a halt until Republicans pass the SAVE America Act. "There's going to be no votes this week, and it's going to be as long as it takes," Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., who is leading the effort, told Fox News Digital in an interview.The hardball tactics led House Republican leadership to pull a series of votes on Wednesday. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is expected to put legislation that had already been teed up for a vote Thur...
NY socialist surge could push Dem voters to defect, GOP governor candidate predicts
FIRST ON FOX: Following a string of high-profile victories by socialist candidates, New York Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman warned the Democratic Party has veered too far left and predicted establishment Democrats will increasingly back Republicans.Speaking exclusively to Fox News Digital in the wake of Tuesday's wins, Blakeman said the results underscored the growing influence of the party's progressive wing and exposed a widening divide within the Democratic coalition."The l...
Blue state governors join gun-grabbing efforts by targeting Glock pistols
In rapid succession, three blue states have followed California’s lead and moved to ban some of the most commonly owned handguns nationwide. Within the span of a single week, governors in Maryland, Connecticut, and New York signed sweeping measures targeting Glock pistols and similar firearms. Until now, only California had enacted such a categorical prohibition. The speed and similarity of these actions should alarm every law-abiding gun owner in the country.In Maryland, the statute defines the...
European World Cup Instagram influencers can stay after backing the blue, Caitlin attacked and a steak rack!
It's a cloudy, dark morning here in NW Ohio, but today is my last Screencaps until next Friday, so it's actually a sunny day in my brain. It's not that I need a break writing America's Best Daily Column. But, it's really good to get a break to go explore the world and develop new stories in my brain.That said, there's work to do today and we get things rolling with European World Cup influencers thanking the blue keeping them safe at these events that are taking place around the country. Stop an...
Dianna Russini pulled pathetic move with an officer to get out of a ticket, and it should have the NFL nervous
The Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel scandal grew new legs this week in the oddest of ways.The New York Times, which owns The Athletic, published a scathing report on their former NFL insider Wednesday morning, to the tune of 5,000 words.The novel included several eyebrow-raising items, including Russini's reported salary at The Athletic ($800,000), a tense back and forth between Russini and the writers of the story (her former co-workers), and an ESPN source telling the Times that Russini and Vrabel ...
Centuries-old pirate mystery deepens after wrecks are found near Bahamas haven
A group of filmmakers and archaeologists say they've found the first shipwrecks linked to the real-life pirates who once operated from Nassau in The Bahamas.In a joint statement in early June, the New Providence Pirates Expedition and Wreckwatch TV announced that they had discovered six shipwrecks near Nassau, including three from the Golden Age of Piracy."Until now, not one of their ships has ever come to light in their home waters," researchers said.ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNCOVER CENTURIES-OLD SHIPWRE...
Joy Behar defends democratic socialism, claims Social Security and first responders prove it works
"The View" co-host Joy Behar defended democratic socialism Wednesday, arguing that programs including Social Security and public services such as fire departments, ambulance services and garbage collection are examples of the political ideology at work, as the panel discussed the growing influence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his allies."I’m not scared of the term," Behar said during the ABC daytime show after the panel debated the victories of three congressional candidates endorse...
Senate Republican pushes overhaul to cut red tape and speed up American energy projects
FIRST ON FOX: The Senate’s newest member is reviving an issue that has echoed through the halls of Congress for years, and one that, if successful, could turbocharge energy production in the U.S.Sen. Alan Armstrong, R-Okla., who was appointed to replace Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin earlier this year, has one priority in the few months that he has been the Sooner State’s junior Senator: permitting reform. It’s not one of the sexy, bombastic issues on the Hill, but it...
John Barrymore's biographer challenges the Hollywood corpse party legend Drew Barrymore once confirmed
John Barrymore’s biographer refuted a rumor that the legendary Golden Age actor’s body was stolen from the morgue by his friends in 1942 so he could join them for one more party.Drew Barrymore, the "Grand Hotel" star’s granddaughter, even confirmed the story six years ago, saying "Not only yes, but there have been cinematic interpretations of that."Terry Chester Shulman, who wrote the biography "Barrymore: The Spectacular, Tumultuous Life of America's Prince of Players," about John Barrymore tol...
Former NFL star says he 'would definitely be' frustrated with NFL letting FIFA bring grass to turf fields
NFL players have asked for years to make grass fields mandatory at their stadiums -- this summer, they are, but for another reason.Seven NFL stadiums that use artificial turf have transformed their playing surfaces to grass for FIFA regulations during the World Cup.Half the league’s stadiums use turf, despite NFLPA Executive Director Lloyd Howell saying that 92% of the league’s players prefer grass.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMUnderstandably so, Super Bowl champion offensive...
Mamdani and Hochul announce cash infusion for New York City Abortion Access Hub expansion
New York City and New York state are funneling hundreds of thousands of dollars in new funding toward the New York City Abortion Access Hub.Press releases from the offices of Big Apple Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Empire State Gov. Kathy Hochul declared that the two figures were announcing that the city's Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the state's Department of Health are infusing $495,000 to expand the program's "referral network.""The expansion will allow the Hub to connect callers wi...
Protesters gather outside coffee shop that banned Jewish congressman over Israel support
NEW YORK Israeli flags and accusations of antisemitism were flying outside a Brooklyn coffee shop on Wednesday morning as protesters slammed the café owners for banning a Jewish congressman over his pro-Israel beliefs."We're here today to show that we're not going anywhere. We're standing proud in our identity. We're proud to be Jewish. And we're not going to be intimidated by businesses who believe that there is a right or wrong view that Jews should hold on Israel," Jayne Zirkle, a protest org...
Conservatives flip script on Swalwell pal's family man image with reminder on pregnant ex-wife
Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., was immediately reminded of how he served his 9-month pregnant wife with divorce papers in 2016 as he now attempts to fend off campaign finance scrutiny with family-friendly characterizations."My daughter Isla was born right in the middle of my Senate campaign. One of the most competitive races in the country. And instead of staying out there campaigning, I took two months off," Gallego said in a video he posted on social media."My wife had just been through an unpla...
Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Mamdani-backed socialist throws tantrum before shock upset
Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- COWARDLY COMPAÑERA! Socialist candidate bolts radio show before shock upset- Smithsonian urged to withdraw from retreat with workshop run by anti-Semitic educator- DOJ investigating NYC coffee shop over hostile social post about pro-Israel politicianTOP STORY: Newly minted socialist candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier threw a live-air tantrum an...
Senate Republicans flip on Iran war powers vote after fiery meeting with Trump and more top headlines
1. Senate Republicans flip after fiery meeting with Trump2. Venezuela devastated by back-to-back earthquakes3. Trump kicks off Great American State Fair with National Mall speechSWAMPY GREEN US Park Police need help finding woman seen damaging Reflecting Pool. Continue reading …WASTE CASE Knicks trash can dumper gets more bad news after losing her job over viral stunt. Continue reading …HIDDEN TREASURE Beneath Lincoln's feet, a long-closed world opens to the public for the first time. Continue r...
US Olympic hero Nancy Hogshead wins legal battle after volleyball coach's $250M defamation suit is dismissed
Three-time Team USA Olympic gold medalist women's swimmer Nancy Hogshead has won a massive legal victory for athlete safety.A federal judge in Chicago has dismissed a $250 million lawsuit filed against Hogshead by Rick Butler, a prominent junior volleyball coach accused of sexually abusing underage players. The lawsuit was filed in December 2021 by Butler and his wife Cheryl, targeting statements Hogshead made in 2017 and 2018 regarding allegations that Butler sexually abused teenage girls that ...
‘Halo’ video game music composer aims to rearrange Washington
In an interview with the Ruthless Podcast, the music composer of the "Halo" video game series and congressional candidate, Marty O’Donnell, said he wants to get the government back to normal."What I’m hearing a lot is that what the Democrats are trying to push is essentially nonsense," O’Donnell said in an interview released Thursday morning. "They don't have a positive agenda, but what they do propose is nonsensical. And I love the idea as a gamer and someone who has a lot of gamers as my fan b...
Alex Murdaugh defense points to unknown male DNA in push for new testing
Alex Murdaugh’s defense team is pointing to unknown male DNA found under Maggie Murdaugh’s fingernails as it pushes for new testing in the disgraced South Carolina legal scion’s murder case.In motions filed Tuesday in Colleton County, Murdaugh’s attorneys asked a judge to order an independent laboratory review of the DNA evidence, move the trial out of the 14th Judicial Circuit and allow Murdaugh to review case materials electronically while behind bars.In one filing, Murdaugh’s attorneys asked ...
Latest COVID vaccine may have unexpected health benefit, study suggests
The latest COVID-19 vaccine (2024-2025) has been linked to fewer serious heart-related events among U.S. veterans.New research confirmed a small reduction in COVID-related cardiovascular events, or COVID-19-associated MACE, due to the vaccine.MACE (major adverse cardiovascular events) is a composite measure of serious heart-related outcomes. It typically includes cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke, and may also include hospitalization for heart failure.VACCINES FOR FLU AND COVID: SHOU...
Trump can save his legacy with veterans and maybe rescue the midterms, too
No president in modern history did more for veterans than Donald Trump in his first term. His administration delivered the "Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act," the "Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act," and the Forever GI Bill, each one a win for veterans. That legacy was set to grow even further in his second term. Now career VA bureaucrats are blocking the reforms that would extend it. That will cost veterans their lives, and it could...
Qatar's Assim Madibo handed five-match FIFA World Cup ban after tackle broke Canada star's leg
Qatar player Assim Madibo was given a five-match ban from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his tackle on Ismaël Koné broke the Canadian’s leg during their match.Madibo was given a red card for the terrible tackle during the match, but FIFA’s disciplinary committee determined that he deserved a serious suspension for the foul play.While the decision is subject to appeal, Qatar’s 3-1 loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday afternoon ended their World Cup run in the group stages. Madibo, hit with ...
Norwegian World Cup fans turn Citi Field bleachers into a Viking longship during Mets game
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many expected and claimed that the United States would not be a successful host for soccer's biggest tournament.With the World Cup approaching the end of the group stage, it's become clear that those expectations could not have been more wrong. Games have been full, even those between smaller countries held at inopportune times. Or those held in difficult weather conditions.One random German fan who posted on X about how much he liked traveling around the Americ...
San Francisco Giants fans protest and shame Christian pitchers for Bible verses on Pride Night caps
For the most part, the San Francisco Giants have been a disaster on and off the field this season.They’re getting roasted in the National League West, and the team’s response to multiple players writing Bible verses on their pride hats has been anything but smooth. On Tuesday, the Giants returned for a series against their former crosstown rivals, the A’s, and I made my way out to the city by the bay myself. San Francisco is arguably the most progressive city in our nation, so it shouldn’t be sh...
When anti-doping rules punish safety instead of cheating
Wimbledon is top of mind for many tennis fans, but not because it’s around the corner.The tournament’s 2023 champion, Marketa Vondrousova, has been handed a four-year ban from tennis for refusing an after-dark anti-doping test back in December. For a 27-year-old athlete who has never failed a drug test, this is effectively a forced retirement.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW!The Czech player has stated that she refused to open her door to the doping con...
Israel slams UN report as 'political blood libel' for alleging deliberate targeting of Palestinian children
Israel reacted angrily over a new United Nations’ Commission of Inquiry report alleging the Jewish state had engaged in the "deliberate targeting of Palestinian children."Prior reports from the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Including East Jerusalem, and Israel garnered accusations of antisemitism and incitement to violence.The latest report, released Wednesday, said that, "based on the evidence reviewed, and consistent with its previous re...
Watchdog report alleges red-state university trained executives tied to China's defense sector
A public university in the American heartland spent more than two decades educating executives tied to China's military-industrial complex through a business program that allegedly received taxpayer support, a new watchdog report claims. The report, titled Heartland for Hire, compiled by the geopolitical research firm Strategy Risks, alleges that Missouri State University (MSU) operated an MBA and Executive MBA pipeline that trained more than 1,500 Chinese executives, government officials and st...
Dating-app charmer accused of murder after history of domestic arrests involving women he met online
A Connecticut man accused of murdering his girlfriend months after she was found dead at the bottom of a staircase had a separate pending domestic violence case in which another woman told police he strangled, threatened and assaulted her after meeting her on a dating app, court records show.Cole Theodore Werhan, 28, of Burlington, Connecticut, was arrested Tuesday and charged with murder in connection with the death of 26-year-old Janina Brooke Murphy, of Duxbury, Massachusetts, according to Co...
Biden admin's 'predator' release puts Virginia's sanctuary policies back in the spotlight
An illegal immigrant who allegedly exposed himself to one woman before trying to drag another woman into the woods at a Virginia park was arrested last year on felony drug trafficking charges but was released after sanctuary jurisdiction officials refused to cooperate with federal immigration officials, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).Moises Domingo Rico Rosales, a Nicaraguan national who DHS says illegally entered the U.S. in Arizona in 2022 before being released under th...
Chefs reveal their favorite grocery stores and where shoppers can save the most money
Inflation, the effects of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, and an increased interest in healthy living are all affecting the way people shop for groceries, experts say.As consumers look for ways to stretch their food budgets while prioritizing nutrition, grocery shopping strategies are evolving.Most Americans (54%) still prefer shopping at physical grocery stores, the Food Industry Association reported in its U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends for 2026.SUPERMARKET HOT FOOD BARS BOOM AS AMERICANS SEEK CHEAP, EA...
Roger Stone divulges details on his 2019 jail stay, claims juror bias in Russia probe case
Political adviser Roger Stone revealed details about his 2019 arrest and subsequent jail stay after the FBI raided his Florida home in connection with the Russian interference investigation.The longtime Trump ally told "Hang Out with Sean Hannity" about a friendly interaction involving peanut butter sandwiches that he shared with fellow detainees while being held at a facility in Miramar, Florida."They put me in a holding cell with three African American gentlemen who were, I think, just coming ...
Michigan childcare provider collected $1.1M in taxpayer funds despite no visible signs of operating
Michigan lawmakers are investigating a childcare provider that received more than $1.1 million in taxpayer-funded childcare reimbursements despite allegations that it does not appear to operate at its listed address.The investigation centers on 1st Premier Learning Academy and Daycare in Clinton Township and was launched by the Michigan House Oversight Subcommittee on State and Local Public Assistance Programs.According to an investigative report, the facility received $1,121,641 in Child Develo...
MLB’s Pride Night pressure is a swing and a miss for America’s pastime
In America, baseball is our national pastime, a unifying force that transcends politics, bringing families, communities, and fans together through the simple joy of the game. Yet recently, Major League Baseball has strayed far from that tradition. During the San Francisco Giants’ Pride Night, three Christian pitchers — Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker — responded to team-issued rainbow-themed caps by inscribing Bible verses referencing God’s covenant promise to His people following the...
MORNING GLORY: Democrats cliff dive over the far-left edge of American politics
The Democratic Socialist Party ("DSA") in America is anti-West, anti-American, anti-Israel and antisemitic. It is also on the march across deep blue America.Tuesday night’s sweep by far-left candidates for Congress in New York City, all backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, underscored just how rapidly the DSA is ascending within the shell of the fractured and frazzled Democratic Party.Traditional Democrats who pay attention to their national brand are astonished by what has happened to ...
Universities are desperate to win now, but athletes and the nation both lose
I love college sports.As a former college athlete, coach, broadcaster and someone who has spent a lifetime around tennis, I’ve seen firsthand how college athletics can transform lives. For generations, American universities have offered young people a remarkable bargain: earn an education, compete at a high level and develop the skills needed to succeed long after the games are over.That model has served America extraordinarily well.Today, however, it is worth asking a difficult question:RILEY G...
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Occult podcaster Tobias Nuttall jailed for 18 years over drug-fuelled murder of fiancee in Perth
He stabbed Alisha Hendren-Krippner nine times after a drug-fuelled Sydney trip.
DOJ threatens to sue California over 'Glock ban,' arguing law violates Second Amendment
The Department of Justice warned California on Wednesday that it would file a lawsuit against state officials if they do not scrap plans to enforce a "Glock ban," which the federal government argues violates the Second Amendment's right to bear arms.In a letter to California Gov. Gavin Newsom and state Attorney General Rob Bonta, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon said California residents "have the constitutional right to acquire and use state-of-the-art handguns to pro...
Netanyahu’s growing unpopularity, angering Trump, boosts Mamdani’s pro-Palestine candidates for Congress
Is it all Bibi Netanyahu’s fault?There’s little question that his relentless warmongering – and the chilling toll of civilian casualties – is turning Israel into a pariah state.While Israel was an effective partner in joining President Trump – some say prodding him – in attacking Iran, the two sides are now very much at odds. Trump has called him "f------ crazy" and told him "you’d be in prison if it wasn’t for me."IRAN WAR'S PRICE TAG HITS $80B MORE THAN DOUBLE WHAT CONGRESS WAS TOLDNetanyahu f...
Trump says Venezuela earthquakes left 'devastating number of deaths' as US readies aid
President Donald Trump said late Wednesday that two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela had caused what he described as "a devastating number of deaths" as officials continued assessing the extent of the disaster.Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez later said at least 32 people were killed and more than 700 were injured in the earthquakes, marking the country's first official casualty figures.Trump's comments came after back-to-back earthquakes rocked Venezuela earlier Wednesday...
Former New Jersey middle school teacher indicted on new charges including manufacturing child abuse material
A former New Jersey middle school teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a student was indicted Wednesday on new charges, including manufacturing child sexual abuse material, prosecutors said.Ashley Fisler, 36, of Washington Township, now faces a 12-count indictment that also includes sexual assault of a minor and a pattern of official misconduct, according to the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office.According to prosecutors, the alleged victim, who is now an adult, told police he...
Officials ask for help identifying person in Reflecting Pool damage investigation
The U.S. Park Police is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a person captured on camera as part of an investigation into damage to the Reflecting Pool and the alleged destruction of government property in Washington, D.C.Police said the incident happened Friday at about 3:36 p.m. at the Reflecting Pool on the grounds of the Lincoln Memorial in the nation's capital.Video released by police shows what appears to be a person kneeling next to the Reflecting Pool and reaching an arm into t...
Terrion Arnold, Lions' 2024 first-round pick, charged with kidnapping and armed robbery in Florida
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was arrested in connection with an alleged kidnapping and robbery that investigators say occurred in February, the Tampa Police Department announced on Wednesday night.Police previously arrested six other individuals accused of participating in what authorities described as a "targeted armed robbery" on Feb. 4.Arnold turned himself in and was taken into custody at Orient Road Jail in Hillsborough County on Wednesday night. He is charged with four counts of...
Closed-door outburst turns into victory for Trump’s Iran negotiations
An explosive meeting in the Senate turned into a win for President Donald Trump and his administration as key Republicans flipped on another bid to handcuff the administration’s authorities in Iran. In its final act before leaving Washington, D.C., for an over two-week break, the Senate rejected Democrats’ attempt to rein in Trump’s war powers in Iran as talks continue between Iran and the U.S. to hammer out a long-term peace deal. It was the same war powers resolution from Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va....
Players, fans flee stadium as powerful earthquakes strike during Venezuela baseball game
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, one of which sent players and spectators running from a baseball stadium as the ground shook.Video shared on social media appeared to show fans rushing toward the exits while the stadium trembled.Watch the video:According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the first earthquake was initially measured at magnitude 7.1. Less than a minute later, a second, stronger magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck nearby.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T ...
Caitlin Clark exits early with back issue as Fever fall to Mercury
Caitlin Clark's night ended early Wednesday as the Fever guard exited before the fourth quarter of Indiana's game against the Phoenix Mercury.The Fever announced Clark was ruled out for the remainder of the game with a back issue.It is unclear when Clark first began experiencing back discomfort, but she appeared to tweak it after a second-quarter foul. She left the court with just over five minutes remaining in the third quarter and did not return, the Indianapolis Star reported.CLICK HERE FOR M...
‘America is back’: Trump kicks off Great American State Fair with flyovers, patriotic National Mall speech
President Donald Trump kicked off the Great American State Fair Wednesday evening by touting America’s success under his leadership and likening his political movement to the American Revolution during remarks on the National Mall."Just like those patriots of 1776, over the past 17 months, we have taken power back from the far off political class," Trump told a crowd gathered in the nation’s capital for the opening ceremony. "They’re trying to gain it back, but it’s not going to happen. We have ...
Caitlin Clark shoved in neck during Fever game as another apparent foul on star goes uncalled
Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark was back on the court Wednesday night in Indianapolis, and as we’ve seen in the past, referees were not on her side despite a clear foul that could be categorized as a cheap shot.Clark, who got off to a hot start in the contest against the Phoenix Mercury, was driving to the hoop when she lost her footing in the paint. Three different Mercury players tried stripping the ball from her, and succeeded in doing so.However, Alyssa Thomas had some extracurricular ...
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Two earthquakes strike Venezuela as another tremor rocks Japan
Two powerful quakes minutes apart left buildings destroyed across Caracas.
Trump administration says federal authorities have arrested more than 10,000 suspected gang members
The Trump administration marked a major immigration enforcement milestone Wednesday, announcing that federal authorities have arrested more than 10,000 suspected gang members since President Donald Trump began his second term.The arrests are part of the administration's broader immigration enforcement campaign, which officials say is aimed at removing violent criminals from U.S. communities.According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), those arrested have been accused of crimes includi...
Body believed to be Kansas City highway shooting suspect found in burned home's basement by family: police
Police told Fox News on Wednesday that a body believed to be Oscar Sanchez-Munoz, the 22-year-old suspect in a deadly string of highway shootings near the Kansas City World Cup venues, was discovered by his family in the basement of a burned home.Officials said the family contacted police at about 2 p.m. local time after finding decomposing remains hidden beneath piles of debris. While the family had visited the home several times since it caught fire during an overnight police standoff, police ...
Pennsylvania mother's video captures armed intruder holding her toddler as she begs for child's release
Pennsylvania authorities have released harrowing video footage shown at the trial of an armed man who took a 2-year-old girl hostage in her own home, while her mother begged and pleaded for her release during an hours-long standoff with police.A jury convicted Antonio Hammond on Tuesday of kidnapping, possession of a firearm and several other offenses, the Dauphin County District Attorney's Office announced.The trial footage captures the early minutes of the May 30, 2023, standoff between police...
Usha Vance mocks New York Times for drawing 'political significance' from her pregnancy fashion
Second Lady Usha Vance had some fun at the expense of The New York Times for what she claims put "political significance" in her pregnancy wear.Vance, who is pregnant with her fourth child as her husband JD Vance serves as vice president, was the subject of a Times piece titled "The Politics and Power of the Pregnancy Image," alongside White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt and Katie Miller, podcast host and wife of top White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, both of whom gave bi...
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International court judges sue Trump over ‘draconian’ sanctions against them
Judges Kimberly Prost, Solomy Bossa and Reine Alapini-Gansou filed the suit.
DHS puts 'sanctuary politicians' on notice after alleged park predator was released under Biden
An illegal immigrant who allegedly exposed himself to one woman before trying to drag another woman into the woods at a Virginia park was arrested last year on felony drug trafficking charges but was released after sanctuary jurisdiction officials refused to cooperate with federal immigration officials, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).Moises Domingo Rico Rosales, a Nicaraguan national who DHS says illegally entered the U.S. in Arizona in 2022 before being released under th...
Shark attack survivor wakes from 10-day coma and shares first words with family at her hospital bedside
After spending 10 days in an induced coma following a shark attack on a Sydney, Australia beach, a woman uttered her first three words this week.Leah Stewart awoke and told her family, "I love you" on Tuesday while recuperating at a hospital, according to her brother, who wrote the update on a fundraising page."After a week of life-support and repeat[ed] surgeries, doctors were able to extubate Leah and reduce her level of sedation to bring her out of the induced coma for a short period of time,...
'Yellowstone' creator warns Dems' rejection of Trump's legitimacy is destroying 'rule of law'
"Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan warned Joe Rogan that Democrats’ refusal to acknowledge President Donald Trump’s legitimacy, particularly in the post-COVID era, threatens rule of law.In both his first and second terms, Trump has seen massive pushback from leaders in major institutions. This ranges from sanctuary cities refusing to work with federal agents to major officials going against his agenda as commander-in-chief.Even on the ground level, there has been popular sentiment that he was...
Lincoln Memorial's hidden 15,000-square-foot undercroft opens to the public after a century underground
A century-old secret hidden beneath the feet of former President Abraham Lincoln is opening to the public on Thursday, with a new video from the U.S. Department of the Interior teasing some of the never-before-seen views on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Visitors will be able to explore the newly unveiled Lincoln Memorial Undercroft, a sprawling 15,000-square-foot museum located directly beneath the iconic monument, for free with advance reservations.For 100 years, the cavernous structura...
FIFA revokes commentator's credentials after on-air crash-out for the ages over player's ejection
FIFA has revoked the credentials of a Paraguayan soccer commentator who went on a wild, expletive-filled tirade while calling a game.According to The Athletic, Jorge Chipi Vera was calling games for ABC Carnival and ABC TV and was calling Paraguay's match against Turkiye.Paraguay won that match 1-0, but it was notable because Paraguay's Miguel Almirón became the first player to get the ol' heave-ho for violating FIFA's new rule about covering one's mouth.WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONEIt's ...
Knicks fan’s trash can grab ends with fines, firing and walk of shame return trip for JPMorgan Chase exec
A viral Knicks championship parade stunt that ended with a JPMorgan Chase executive losing her job has now resulted in city fines after New York sanitation officials recovered the Knicks-themed trash can she was accused of taking from a Manhattan street.Angie Báez returned the commemorative litter basket Wednesday morning, according to the New York City Department of Sanitation, nearly a week after video showed her dumping trash from the container onto a sidewalk before walking away with it duri...
Senate Democrat avoids answering where socialism has been 'beneficial' after far-left candidates win in NYC
Delaware Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester avoided answering where socialism has been "beneficial" when giving her thoughts on the recent New York primary elections.Blunt Rochester was asked on CNBC's "Squawk Box" Wednesday morning about the results of the primaries where three socialist candidates not only won their elections but defeated two incumbent lawmakers. Rather than comment on what impact this could have on the broader Democratic Party, Blunt Rochester celebrated the wins as a whole.DEMOCRATS'...
Former reality star opens up about new diagnosis after years-long health ordeal
A former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star is speaking out about a fresh wave of health issues.Brandi Glanville, 53, has been speaking publicly about ongoing swelling, lumps and paralysis of her face since 2023.At the time, the reality star shared that she believed she had been infected with a parasite during a trip to Morocco, Fox News Digital previously reported. BRANDI GLANVILLE SPENDING 'ALL OF MY MONEY' LOOKING FOR ANSWERS TO MYSTERY ILLNESS THAT LEFT HER DISFIGUREDAfter the initial d...
Air Canada flight with 61 passengers diverts to Boston after captain is removed from cockpit midair
An Air Canada flight was forced to make an unexpected diversion to Boston's Logan International Airport on Wednesday after the captain suffered a midair medical emergency, according to the airline.Flight AC7664, operated by regional partner PAL Airlines, was en route from Newark, New Jersey, to Halifax, Nova Scotia, with 61 passengers on board the De Havilland Q400 turboprop when the incident occurred. Air Canada told Fox News the captain experienced a medical issue and had to be removed from th...
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In uncertain times, is the Australian leader’s quiet pragmatism enough?
New York Times: Albanese is trying to keep the country feeling hopeful. Is it enough?
Norway coach's touching moment with wife after World Cup win naturally opens door for his hot daughter
What would a touching moment in the stands between a coach and his wife be without fans doing some digging and making a discovery that he has a smoking hot daughter? I wouldn’t go as far as saying that it would be a complete waste.I wouldn’t even call it a partial waste, but the reality is that it wouldn’t be nearly as much internet fun as what has ended up playing out. Norway’s head coach Ståle Solbakken was overcome with joy following a 3-2 win over Senegal on Monday.The win punched Norway’s t...
Great American State Fair opens in DC with flyovers, Ferris wheel for America 250
Summer's here, and that means Americans are marking their calendars for state fair season.On Thursday, the Great American State Fair kicks off on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., a massive event that officials describe as a "modern-day World's Fair," according to its website.The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature more than 150 exhibits representing all states and U.S. territories as well as a gigantic Ferris wheel.AMERICA 250 EVENTS TAKING PLACE THIS SUMMER CALLED 'O...
Christian Pulisic says he feels '100%' ahead of Team USA's final World Cup group stage match against Türkiye
Team USA’s last group stage match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup doesn’t matter in terms of winning Group D – they’ve already done it after victories in their first two matches against Paraguay and Australia.But the status of Christian Pulisic remains a topic of conversation for the USMNT, as he didn’t play against Australia after suffering a calf injury that kept him out of the second half of their opening match against Paraguay.But Pulisic told FOX Sports’ Jenny Taft just how he’s felt in the prac...
Woman upset over Taco Bell wait time allegedly flashed gun, challenged workers to fight outside
Maryland deputies say one woman challenged Taco Bell employees to "meet her outside," lifted her shirt to reveal a handgun and placed her hand on the weapon's grip during an argument over how long it was taking to get her food.Ashley Andrews, 30, was arrested June 18 after deputies responded to a Taco Bell in Chester, Maryland, for reports of a customer displaying a firearm during a confrontation with employees, according to the Queen Anne's County Office of the Sheriff.FLORIDA TEEN THREATENS TO...
Liberal MS NOW writer calls Mamdani primary sweep a 'genuinely scary night for New York City Jews'
A liberal writer for MS NOW is hitting the panic button over Tuesday's primary sweep of Democratic candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.Mamdani's hand-picked Democratic Socialist hopefuls Brad Lander, Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez all of whom are anti-Israel advocates won their primary races in deep blue congressional districts, two of them ousting incumbent Democratic Reps. Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat, all but securing their seats in the November midterm...
New York congressional primary becomes second most expensive House race ever amid AI fight
The primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District has emerged as the second-most expensive House primary race on record after becoming a high-stakes proxy battle over artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.The race which covers Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Upper West Side and Midtown saw a staggering $26.3 million in ad spending, according to AdImpact Politics. Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District between Thomas Massie and Ed Gallrein, held this year, reportedly ranked first with $33.2 mi...
Remains found in Utah desert 28 years ago with help of a psychic finally identified through DNA genealogy
The remains of a man found 28 years ago in the Utah desert with the help of a psychic were identified this week.The man, identified as Pedro Calderon Marioni, had likely been dead for two years by the time he was found in 1998, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office said in an announcement on Monday."This identification demonstrates the value of persistence, collaboration, and advancements in forensic science," Garfield County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Tom Talbot said in a news release. "Most importan...
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Australia teen social media ban has little impact: Research
A study has found no early drop in social media use among under-16s.
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Magnitude 7.1 earthquake strikes Venezuela: USGS
The tremor was followed by several aftershocks, the US Geological Survey reported.
Seafood worker charged in stabbing near Nantucket ferry docks says video backs self-defense in wealthy enclave
The seafood delivery worker accused of stabbing a man near Nantucket’s busy ferry docks claims police video shows he acted in self-defense after being attacked from behind in the heart of the ritzy island’s downtown, his attorney told Fox News Digital.Kemar Downer, 40, a Sayle’s Seafood employee, was arraigned Wednesday morning in Nantucket District Court on two charges of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodily injury."The video corroborates Kemar’s statements," his a...
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Kiwi Peter Thiel secret society exposed after hacker leak reveals registration list
Records detailed retreats featuring talks on cult‑building and World War III.
Woman linked to transgender Zizian cult charged with arranging her parents' murders on her 30th birthday
A woman linked to the cultlike group known as the Zizians was charged Wednesday in the killings of her parents, with prosecutors alleging she arranged the murders on her 30th birthday and did not act alone.Michelle Zajko, 33, faces murder, burglary and conspiracy charges in the deaths of Rita and Richard Zajko, who were found shot to death in their Chester Heights, Pennsylvania, home on New Year's Eve 2022.Delaware County District Attorney Tanner Rouse said investigators believe Zajko helped pla...
Unearthed video exposes vulnerable House Dem's reversal on crucial issue impacting state
A vulnerable Democratic New Mexico lawmaker once called for his state to walk away from the energy production that brings in almost a third of the state’s general fund, while now pitching an "all of the above" energy approach."We have to champion a whole bunch of different policies to really mitigate the impact of climate change," Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-N.M., said in a 2021 interview."The electrification of our fleet systems, for example, across our federal government and even our local governm...
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Trump claims US might not have been behind deadly Iranian school strike
The New York Times and CNN have reported that America was responsible for the attack.
