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Who are Erik Slavin, Lara Korte? Stars and Stripes editor, reporter fired for ‘insubordination’ – here’s what they said

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Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes reporter Lara Korte and editor Erik Slavin. (X/ @lara_korte, @eslavin_stripes)

The Pentagon has dismissed Erik Slavin, editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes, and Middle East reporter Lara Korte, citing insubordination after the two publicly opposed potential interference in the military newspaper’s editorial independence. Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes reporter Lara Korte and editor Erik Slavin. (X/ @lara_korte, @eslavin_stripes) The dismissals were announced Friday and also affected … Read more

US court overturns Trump’s immigrant visa freeze affecting 75 countries, calling policy ‘patently unlawful’

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Trump’s immigrant visa freeze for 75 countries blocked by US judge. (Getty Images via AFP)

A US federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s policy suspending immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, ruling that Secretary of State Marco Rubio exceeded his legal authority when the State Department introduced the nationality-based restrictions. Trump’s immigrant visa freeze for 75 countries blocked by US judge. (Getty Images via AFP) US … Read more

Tucker Carlson vs Donald Trump row: 5 insults from POTUS towards podcaster, Thomas Massie, Marjorie Taylor Greene

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Donald Trump launched a blistering Truth Social attack on Tucker Carlson, Thomas Massie and Marjorie Taylor Greene after the trio met. ((AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File) and REUTERS/Annabelle Gordon/File Photo)

President Donald Trump has sharply escalated his feud with conservative commentator Tucker Carlson on Friday. The president posted a lengthy message on Truth Social in which he mocked Carlson, Representative Thomas Massie, and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene after the three met together. Donald Trump launched a blistering Truth Social attack on Tucker Carlson, Thomas Massie … Read more

Nancy Guthrie update: ‘Investigator’ flags Annie’s special gesture for Tommaso Cioni amid search for kidnapped mom

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Annie Guthrie and Tommaso Cioni are not suspects in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping, Sheriff Chris Nanos clarified a long time back. (X/@CriminalNetworX)

A self-styled investigator drew attention to a special gesture Annie Guthrie made towards husband Tommaso Cioni. The post from Jonathan Lee Riches or JLR came amid the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. Annie Guthrie and Tommaso Cioni are not suspects in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping, Sheriff Chris Nanos clarified a long time back. (X/@CriminalNetworX) Nancy … Read more

Quote of the day by Michael Wright: ‘People who are artists want their art to get out. And once it’s appreciated…’

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Michael Wright's reflection on art and recognition has taken on a timeless perspective on creativity and purpose after the acclaimed actor's death at 70. (X | @TorraineWalker)

“People who are artists, they want their music, their art, their acting craft to get out. And once it’s appreciated, that seems to be, unfortunately, enough.” — Michael Wright Michael Wright’s decades-long career included acclaimed performances in The Five Heartbeats, New Jack City, and HBO’s Oz. Michael Wright’s reflection on art and recognition has taken … Read more

Kash Patel’s girlfriend Alexis Wilkins suffers major legal blow: All on defamation case against Sam Parker

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FBI Director Kash Patel's partner, Alexis Wilkins, has lost a defamation lawsuit against right-wing influencer Sam Parker for implying she was a foreign agent (File Photos)

FBI Director Kash Patel’s girlfriend has lost a defamation lawsuit against a right-wing influencer who implied she was an undercover Israeli “honey-pot.” FBI Director Kash Patel’s partner, Alexis Wilkins, has lost a defamation lawsuit against right-wing influencer Sam Parker for implying she was a foreign agent (File Photos) Alexis Wilkins27, filed a lawsuit against former … Read more

Who is Susan Wright? Meet Michael Wright’s second wife and their 5 children

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Michael Wright, iconic actor of The Five Heartbeats, has passed away at 70. His wife Susan confirmed the news and asked for privacy as they navigated this loss and planned to honor his memory. (Susan Wright)

Michael Wrightthe esteemed actor renowned for his role as ‘Eddie King Jr.’ in The Five Heartbeats, has passed away at the age of 70. His wife, Susan Wright, confirmed the news of his death on August 21, 2026. In her touching message, Susan referred to Michael as a “husband, father, grandfather, friend, and beloved one.” … Read more

What did Lindsay Clancy tell her kids before killing them? Chilling 3-word message revealed

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Psychiatrists testify in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial, with one claiming she met criteria for postpartum psychosis. (Josh Reynolds REUTERS)

The defense concluded its case in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial in Massachusetts on Friday. Jurors listened to testimony from forensic psychiatrist Dr. Phillip Resnick, who was a significant witness in the Andrea Yates case following the tragic deaths of her five children in Texas in 2001. Psychiatrists testify in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial, with one … Read more

Could Lindsay Clancy be acquitted? Here are possible outcomes in killer mom case

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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for allegedly murdering her three children, with her defense citing mental health issues. (AP)

Lindsay Clancy case: As the defense concludes its arguments in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, this closely monitored case is approaching its end. Lindsay Clancy is on trial for allegedly murdering her three children, with her defense citing mental health issues. (AP) Clancy faces allegations of murdering her three young children in 2023. Her … Read more

US company sues woman over her 1-star review on Google, claims defamation

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Starr Manufacturing Inc. has taken legal action against Julie Watson for her one-star Google review, alleging defamation and seeking over $25,000. (Representational image/Unsplash)

A company has initiated legal action against a woman following her one-star review on Google. Starr Manufacturing Inc., a family-owned business based in Ohio that produces industrial equipment, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Columbus resident Julie Watson. Starr Manufacturing Inc. has taken legal action against Julie Watson for her one-star Google review, alleging defamation … Read more