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Marco Rubio is getting dragged online after being photographed boarding Air Force One in a navy Nike tracksuit that looks uncannily similar to one worn by Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro. Images of the Florida senator in the fit quickly went viral once people began posting side‑by‑side comparisons of the two. According to reporting from the International Business Times, the White House initially tried to spin the look as a “full drip” moment, but social media users were far more interested

An 88‑year‑old Carnival Cruise Line guest has died after driving her mobility scooter off a pier at Celebration Key, the company’s private destination in the Bahamas. The accident happened while the Carnival Celebration was docked during a Caribbean sailing. Carnival and the Royal Bahamas Police Force say the woman went into the water after apparently losing control of the scooter near the edge of the pier around midday. In a statement, the cruise line said crew members quickly pulled her from

Former Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez is trying to get her job back after being fired over a viral video of her going on an explicit racist rant. The clip, which spread quickly on local news and social media, showed her repeatedly using slurs to describe Black people, and pushed Houston Police Department leaders to remove her from duty and review cases she’d worked on. Gonzalez has now appealed her termination, with the Houston Police Officers’ Union confirming she has formally challeng

The former accountant for wrestling legend Hulk Hogan is facing a theoretical maximum of 120 years in prison after being indicted on multiple counts of wire fraud. Federal prosecutors say Melissia Gauthreaux siphoned hundreds of thousands of dollars from a high‑profile client while overseeing their finances. According to charging documents, she allegedly abused her signatory authority to move money out of the client’s accounts without permission, disguising the transfers as legitimate business

Far‑right livestreamer “Chud the Builder” is in custody following a shooting outside a Tennessee courthouse that left two people, including himself, injured. Police have identified him as 28‑year‑old Dalton Eatherly, a Clarksville contractor who built an online presence by filming himself provoking strangers, using racial slurs and often flashing a gun on camera. The confrontation unfolded outside the Montgomery County Courthouse in Clarksville, where an argument between Eatherly and another man

Media mogul Ted Turner, who pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the CNN channel, has died at the age of 87, the network has announced. In 1980, Turner launched Cable News Network as the first dedicated rolling news channel, which soon became a central part of the media landscape. US President Donald Trump paid tribute to him as "one of the greats of broadcast history, and a friend of mine". Current CNN CEO and chairman Mark Thompson described Turner as "the giant on who

A deadly virus outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has left three passengers dead and several others ill, according to international health authorities. The incident has triggered urgent monitoring efforts across multiple countries and raised questions about onboard safety protocols. The outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius, a Dutch-operated expedition vessel traveling between South America and West Africa. Health officials believe the illness is linked to hantavirus, a ra

Kim Kardashian is reportedly stepping away from her legal studies following a setback in her journey to become a licensed attorney.  According to TMZ, Kardashian, 45, has decided to postpone future attempts at the California bar exam until at least 2027. The decision comes after the “Kardashians” star reportedly skipped the February administration of the rigorous test and does not plan to sit for the upcoming July exam.  While Kardashian spent years documenting her legal aspirations on her Hul

Kid Cudi’s current Rebel Ragers tour has largely been framed as a high-energy return to the stage. However, a recent stop in Texas shifted the conversation in an unexpected direction. The tour, which included M.I.A. as a recurring guest, drew renewed attention after a moment that quickly moved beyond music. What unfolded inside the venue soon traveled online. As a result, audience recordings circulated widely and prompted broader discussion. In the hours that followed, the focus turned from perf

Spirit Airlines, known for their discounted fares, has shut down operations effective immediately after 34 years, per AP News. On Saturday (May 2), the ultralow cost airline announced that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available. “We are proud of the impact of our ultra-low-cost model on the industry over the last 34 years and had hoped to serve our guests for many years to come,” the announcement said. The airline, which was struggling to maintain consisten

The death of John Forté, confirmed in January at age 50, has now been more fully explained by officials. This offers clarity months after his passing. A neighbor discovered him unresponsive on his kitchen floor and contacted emergency services, but responders were unable to revive him. He was pronounced dead at the scene, and early assessments indicated no signs of foul play. For a time, the precise cause remained uncertain. As a result, friends and admirers searched for answers. According to f

Chris Brown has confirmed the birth of his newest child with model and social media influencer Jada Wallace.  The announcement came via social media after Wallace posted a series of photos to her Instagram account showcasing the newborn. Although Wallace did not explicitly tag the “Under the Influence” singer in her post, Brown made his paternity clear in the comments section. “Purest love,” Wallace wrote in the caption of her post, accompanied by a yellow heart emoji.  Brown quickly responded

Tim Cook, the executive who steered Apple into a $4 trillion powerhouse and shaped its identity in the post-Steve Jobs era, is stepping down as CEO, the company announced Monday. John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering, will assume the role of CEO effective September 1. Cook will transition to executive chairman of the board and remain CEO through the summer to ensure a smooth handover. “It has been the greatest privilege of my life to be the CEO of Apple and to have

The latest ICEMAN rollout from Drake has turned a promotional stunt into a full-scale cultural moment. The highest-streaming hip-hop artist’s towering ice installation in Toronto continues to ripple across fan communities and resale markets. Fans are selling pieces of Drakes ICEMAN structure on Ebay 😭 pic.twitter.com/tQz62R2u9d — ALMIGHTEE. (@realalmightee) April 23, 2026 Built to tease his upcoming album ICEMAN, the massive ice structure drew hundreds of fans who gathered with tools, chipp

Nicki Minaj is headed to the White House this weekend.  The chart-topping hip-hop star is set to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on April 25, a move that continues to reshape her public image beyond music. The Queens rap star will appear at the high-profile event amid ongoing conversation about her political stance. Once known for outspoken critiques, Minaj now aligns herself closely with Donald Trump. She has made that position clear in recent months, describing hers

Rapper Eminem has welcomed another addition to his growing family, marking a new chapter for the Detroit rap icon. The 53-year-old artist is now a grandfather of two after his daughter Alaina Marie Scott announced the birth of her first child. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alaina Marie (@alainamariescott) Scott shared the news on Instagram, revealing that she and her husband, Matt Moeller, recently welcomed a daughter named Scottie Marie Moeller. The baby was born on April

Hollywood legends Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence have officially become grandfathers together following the birth of a baby girl born to their children, Jasmin Lawrence and Eric Murphy.  The “Beverly Hills Cop” star confirmed the news Saturday during the American Film Institute Life Achievement Award ceremony. Murphy revealed that the couple welcomed the baby reportedly one or two weeks ago, marking a new chapter for the two iconic comedic families.  Eric and Jasmin wed in a private ceremony

gunman in Louisiana shot 10 people early Sunday in what authorities described as a domestic violence attack spanning two homes, leaving eight children dead and two others injured in a tragedy that has shaken a neighbourhood in Shreveport. According to AP News, the victims were between the ages of one and about 14, said Shreveport police spokesperson Chris Bordelon, who noted that some of the children were related to the suspect. Police said the suspect fled the scene in a stolen vehicle, promp

Nearly 24 years after the killing of Jam Master Jay, the case is on the verge of another significant shift. Jay Bryant moves toward a guilty plea. Court filings show Bryant is expected to change his plea from not guilty. This follows negotiations with federal prosecutors that have unfolded quietly in recent weeks. If entered, the plea would mark the first formal admission of involvement in the long-unsolved Queens studio shooting. The development arrives as the case continues to shift under comp

The iconic Burj Al Arab in Dubai is expected to temporarily shut its doors for an extensive 18-month refurbishment, marking the first major upgrade since the luxury hotel opened in 1999. A staff member confirmed on Wednesday that the sail-shaped hotel will close during the renovation period, although its owner, Jumeirah Group, had earlier stated that the upgrade would be carried out in phases without explicitly confirming a full shutdown. According to the company, the redesign project will be

At the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, attention has largely centered on the placement and compensation of its headline acts. Justin Bieber reportedly commanded one of the highest fees of the weekend at around $10 million. That figure alone made any talk of a withdrawal seem unlikely. However, festivals of this scale routinely prepare for last-minute contingencies. In this case, online conversation filled that uncertainty gap and turned quickly toward speculation about possible substi

Law enforcement officials responded to a reported shooting Tuesday at a Chick-fil-A restaurant in Union, New Jersey, prompting a significant police presence at the popular fast-food location.  Emergency responders arrived at the scene on Route 22 after receiving reports of gunfire during the busy afternoon hours. Local authorities cordoned off the parking lot and parts of the surrounding shopping area as investigators collected evidence.  The incident took place at one of the township’s most a

The rapper Offset is in a stable condition in hospital after he was shot outside a Florida casino on Monday. The former member of the Atlanta hip-hop trio Migos, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, was shot in a valet area outside the Seminole Hard Rock hotel and casino, Offset’s spokesperson confirmed to media. He is being treated at a hospital and “being closely monitored”, the spokesperson said in a statement. Offset was formerly married to the rapper Cardi B, with whom he has three

The highly anticipated Wireless Festival has been canceled following a decision by United Kingdom officials to ban Kanye West from entering the country. The rapper, who now goes by the name Ye, was slated to headliner the massive music event as part of his “Bully” world tour expansion. UK authorities reportedly issued the entry ban following a series of controversies surrounding the artist. This legal hurdle made it impossible for festival organizers to move forward with the event as planned, a