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Why Michael Movie Made Paris Jackson Unhappy? Details Inside
Michael Jackson fans rejoiced for a moment, only to be perhaps disappointed now. Lionsgate and the filmmakers behind the biopic ‘Michael’ are restricting media access and limiting cast interviews before the film’s nationwide release on April 24. The studio has not yet held screenings for journalists, according to industry reports. This might be due to the previous reports of significant script revisions and internal family disagreements regarding the portrayal of the late pop singer.
Nancy Sinatra Backs Obama After Blasting Trump for Exploiting Her Father’s Legacy
85-year-old singer Nancy Sinatra is the eldest daughter of Frank Sinatra and is best known for her song “These Boots Are Made for Walkin.” She is, to date, confident about who she doesn’t like. So after President Donald Trump posted a video of Frank Sinatra singing “My Way” to Truth Social with no caption on April 19, an X account tagged Nancy in the post.
Caitlyn Jenner Voted for Trump, Now She’s Begging Him to Fix Her Passport
Last week, Caitlyn Jenner once again expressed how much she admires Donald Trump. The 76-year-old reality TV star and former Olympic athlete also shared a frustration on Tomi Lahren’s Fearless podcast. On the first day of his second administration, Trump issued an executive order mandating all federal documents to reflect a person’s biological sex at birth. Jenner’s passport was thus returned with a gender marker of “M,” yet she does not blame Trump.
U.S. Army Survivors Say Pete Hegseth’s Account of Deadly Kuwait Strike Is “False”
Survivors of a deadly Iranian drone strike in Kuwait are pushing back hard against the Pentagon’s version of events. They are saying the narrative coming out of Washington doesn’t match what they lived through on the ground. In interviews with CBS News, members of the targeted US Army unit have described the Mar. 1 strike that killed six service members and injured more than 20. They claim the unit was “dangerously exposed” and lacked defenses.
Hunter Biden Says He’s ‘100% In’ for Cage Fight With Trump’s Sons
Hunter Biden, son of former U.S. President Joe Biden, has publicly challenged the sons of current President Donald Trump to a potential cage match. In a video that went viral on social media this week, Biden says he would be “100% in” for a fight against Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump if it were to be arranged. According to Reuters, Biden said that influencer and journalist Andrew Callaghan, creator of the “Channel 5 Carnival” tour, made the offer first.
Netizens Accuse Melania Trump of ‘Playing Victim,’ Urge Testimony Under Oath
First Lady Melania Trump told reporters this week at the White House that she is not connected to Jeffrey Epstein. Within hours, she was accused by internet critics of redefining herself as a victim. The speech, which lasted less than six minutes and was given from the Grand Foyer, was worth noting in its timing and tone. After reading from a prepared statement, Melania left without answering any questions.
TMZ Hosts Confront Republican On Air After Calling Out a Viral Antisemitic Slur
In an interview on TMZ, Randy Fine was pressed on his past remarks after calling out an antisemitic slur directed at him by Dan Bilzerian. This exchange aired on Thursday and started with Fine responding to Bilzerian’s comment. Fine dismissed the insult as he said he had dealt with name-calling throughout his life and argued that the term was indeed used as a slur. He added that such a point of view could affect Bilzerian if he ever wants to occupy a public office.
Pete Hegseth Faces Impeachment Threat as Claims of “Illegal War” Against Iran Explode
Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.) is preparing to submit articles of impeachment against War Secretary Pete Hegseth. She is accusing him of being the “chief enabler” of what she described as an illegal conflict with Iran. She is thus expected to show up on the House floor next week when all members of Congress return to session after already hinting at the move in an X post. The call for Hegseth’s impeachment is linked with a six-week conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.
Mary Trump Claims US President Uncle Shows Alzheimer’s Signs: Experts Urge Caution
In a recent interview, psychologist Mary Trump, the niece of President Donald Trump, said she has noticed “concerning changes” in the president’s behavior. Mary Trump said that there are times when her uncle appears confused or disoriented, and she feels that these moments make him look a lot like her grandfather, Fred Trump Sr., who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
Are Trump Officials Using a Risky Legal Claim to Justify ‘God Squad’ Action? ESA Architect Warns
Donald Trump’s administration has deployed a federal panel known informally as the “God Squad,” a move critics say could override long-standing environmental protections. Their target isn’t explicitly to make a species extinct, but environmental groups warn the move could threaten the survival of one of Earth’s rarest mammals, known as Rice’s whale. The “God Squad” is formally known as the Endangered Species Committee, and can override the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
Are Trump Officials Using a Risky Legal Claim to Justify ‘God Squad’ Action? ESA Architect Warns
5 hours ago As gardeners, we know that plants hold immeasurable value, from intrinsic beauty to life-saving medicine. Yet an alarming number of plants have gone extinct, and one in five existing plants is in danger of disappearing as well. More than four thousand of these endangered plants grow in the US, and …
Educators Under Fire for Controversial AP Chart Tying Trump to Hitler
This week, an image from a high school government textbook circulated widely online, prompting questions from critics about whether the Advanced Placement program crossed a line. The chart shows President Donald Trump positioned near Adolf Hitler on a political compass map. Since then, the side-by-side portrayal has attracted both criticism and some dark humor. Commentator Karol Markowicz shared a photo of her younger cousin’s AP American Government textbook on April 4.
Iran’s Bold Meme Warfare Hijacks Attention From Trump’s Two Week Ceasefire
After the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week truce, Iranian embassies around the world were on social media with a coordinated meme campaign against Donald Trump. In some cases, the posts referenced Jeffrey Epstein. The ceasefire was brokered just hours before Trump’s deadline to escalate military action. Now there is a temporary halt in the conflict that had been disrupting global oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Lashes Out at Reporter, Calls PBS ‘Lunatics’ Over Iran War Question
During a White House Easter Egg hunt, President Donald Trump said he would wipe out every bridge and power plant in Iran by Tuesday night. He was then asked a question about it, and instead of answering the reporter, he went after her employer. PBS White House correspondent Liz Landers had asked Trump how bombing Iran’s energy infrastructure would help its civilians. “Who are you with?” Trump asked before she could finish. “PBS, sir,” the reporter said.
MTG Calls Trump ‘Not Christian’ Over His Easter Conduct
On Easter Sunday, Donald Trump made a profanity-laced threat to bomb Iranian power plants, took a ride around Washington, D.C., and went to his golf club. Reportedly, he did not attend church. This drew criticism from one of his former strongest defenders, Marjorie Taylor Greene. MTG is a self-declared Christian nationalist, but after taking a look at his holiday behavior, she decided she’d seen enough.
The Real Pressure Behind First Daughter Fashion — And the Looks That Cracked Under It
First Daughters rarely have a bad outfit day that goes unnoticed. They often end up in wire photos, opinion columns, and now face criticism on social media as well. The scrutiny is unfair, and yet, some looks simply didn’t land. These are children and young women who never asked to be style icons. Criticizing minors for their clothes is a different conversation, but once they’re adults stepping onto public stages, the fashion stakes shift, as do the looks.
What Did Trump’s Top Officials Do Before Taking Office? A Closer Look
Washington has often attracted individuals with diverse and unconventional backgrounds to senior positions. In Donald Trump‘s second administration, the Cabinet includes a former weekend TV host, a former professional pole climber, an anti-vaccine activist heading the nation’s health agencies, and several officials serving in multiple government roles. These are actual credentials, so read on to find out who did what.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Date Has a Special Meaning — Here’s Why
Taylor Swift’s reported choice of June 13 as her wedding date is no coincidence. According to sources speaking to US Weekly, the pop star and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are set to say “I do” on June 13 in Rhode Island. That date is loaded with meaning. First, 13 has been Swift’s lucky number since before she could legally drive. She was born on December 13, 1989. She turned 13 on Friday the 13th. Her debut album went gold in 13 weeks.
Kristi Noem’s Week From Hell Has One Constant: Corey Lewandowski
Corey Lewandowski has a different kind of loyalty when it comes to Kristi Noem. The former South Dakota governor and DHS secretary got fired by Donald Trump via a Truth Social post. Soon, her husband Bryon’s crossdressing photos were revealed by the Daily Mail. Still, Lewandowski is reportedly standing by her, according to the New York Post, via TMZ.
Trump Reportedly Weighs Firing Pam Bondi Amid Epstein Files Chaos
Washington, D.C., runs on loyalty, and Pam Bondi might be bearing the brunt of it right now. The U.S. attorney general is reportedly on thin ice with Donald Trump, and the reason involves Jeffrey Epstein. Trump has privately been thinking, according to CNN, about firing Bondi, as he is frustrated by the backlash over the administration’s handling of the Epstein files. The idea of replacing Bondi first came up in January and then subsided as Epstein coverage faded from the news cycle.
Trump’s Comment on Barron’s Tech Skills Sparks Online Jokes
The President of the United States can find solving geopolitical crises impressive, but what about opening a laptop after it’s been closed? During a Fox News interview with Laura Ingraham that aired on March 20 (which was also Barron Trump‘s birthday), President Donald Trump gushed about what he says is his youngest son’s “unbelievable aptitude in technology.” “I turn off his laptop, I said, ‘Oh good,'” Trump recalled. “And I go back five minutes later, he’s got his laptop.
Colbert Advises the President Against Using One Particular Word — It Involves Epstein
Stephen Colbert doesn’t usually offer Donald Trump advice. But on Tuesday night, the Late Show host gave the president some of it anyway. In a Truth Social post about Iran, Trump had issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding that the country fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. If they refused, Trump said he would obliterate their power plants, starting with the biggest one first. The White House post that declared the threat on X got 16.8 million views on the platform.
Trump Says Karoline Leavitt Is Doing a ‘Terrible Job,’ Wonders if He Should Fire Her
On Tuesday, Donald Trump jokingly blamed his own press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, for the wave of negative media coverage. The president had just signed an executive order calling for a national voter list. But soon he moved on to the media. Leavitt was standing nearby, so Trump turned to her and said, “Maybe Karoline’s doing a poor job? I don’t know… you’re doing a terrible job. Should we keep her?
Jon Stewart Calls Trump a ‘Nuclear-Armed Man Baby’ — President Soon Threatens to ‘Obliterate’ Iran
While the Middle East faces escalating tensions and oil prices are reaching record levels, Donald Trump spent much of his weekend at a golf course and at a Saudi investment conference in Miami. Jon Stewart sharply criticized the president on the March 30 episode of The Daily Show.
Trump’s $400M Ballroom Blocked as CNN Host Fact-Checks GOP Strategist
A federal judge has blocked Donald Trump‘s plan to build a ballroom at the White House. A Republican strategist later argued that the judge got it wrong on live television, but was corrected by CNN host Abby Phillip instead. On Tuesday, District Court Judge Richard Leon ordered that the construction of Trump’s proposed $400 million White House ballroom be halted. The 90,000-square-foot structure would replace the now-demolished East Wing.
Joe Rogan Says Hillary Clinton Is “More MAGA” — Claims Obama, Clinton Deportation Numbers Outshine Trump’s
Joe Rogan had endorsed Donald Trump in 2024, but later publicly regretted it. His latest claim on The Joe Rogan Experience is that liberal Hillary Clinton is actually more MAGA than Trump himself. On Wednesday’s episode, Rogan told listeners to stop thinking in left-versus-right terms and start focusing on what politicians actually did or promised their voters.
Miley Cyrus Made a Song to Win Her Dad Back — And It Actually Worked
Twenty years is a long time to hold a grudge. But at the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special premiere on March 23, fans were disappointed to see Billy Ray Cyrus missing in action after watching a show based almost entirely on their father-daughter dynamic. This man, who played Miley’s fictional father and is her biological father too, wasn’t on the red carpet.
Jeffries Says Trump Wanted to Keep Americans ‘Hostage’ for Broader Agenda
The partial government shutdown has dragged on for 41 days now. Roughly 50,000 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers have been working but not getting paid. Meanwhile, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries went on MS Now and accused Donald Trump of choosing not to pay TSA agents because it is a bargain and that the money is already available.
White Man Says He Drove Without Plates for a Year Without Being Stopped – Then Points to Case Involving Black Father
Lucas G.R. stopped putting his license plate tabs on his car and then waited to see what happened. But nothing did. For a year, he took his car out five days a week across four or five different police jurisdictions in Grand Rapids, Michigan. But being a white man who drove to work without valid plates, he never got pulled over. He held up those old tabs at a Grand Rapids city commission meeting on February 24. “I was never stopped or questioned once,” he told the room.
Trump Invents Bizarre New Word in Rant Targeting “Republicans Voting Against America”
In a weekend post urging Republicans to support his voting overhaul, President Donald Trump mangled the English language while pressing on Capitol Hill. He has used the word mutilation before, but a hybridized version has now appeared. Even if it is a typo, the word has now shown up multiple times on Truth Social as Trump pushes the SAVE America Act. The SAVE America Act is a rebranded successor to last year’s Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act.
Young Woman’s Alcohol-Induced Pain Leads to Cancer Diagnosis
Philadelphia medical assistant Claire Dougherty is a 22-year-old who didn’t think she would get cancer. In August 2025, however, she noticed a sharp, “roaring” pain from the base of her neck up to her inner ear every time she had a drink. “I kind of told myself maybe it was something with vodka,” she told Kennedy News and Media. So she switched to gin and then wine, but the pain came every time. Still, Dougherty wanted to go out with her friends and not leave because her neck hurt.
Son of Assassinated Ayatollah Named Iran’s New Supreme Leader As U.S. Body Count Climbs
As the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues, Iranian state media confirmed on Monday, March 9, that Mojtaba Khamenei, the 56-year-old son of the assassinated Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been named Iran’s new supreme leader. Mojtaba was expected to get the job and stepped into it while his country is experiencing the effects of war. Meanwhile, U.S. Central Command confirmed that another American service member has died — the seventh since the conflict began nine days ago.
Trump Claims His Poll Numbers Are the Best Ever — Four National Surveys Disagree
New data from Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, NBC News/SurveyMonkey, Quinnipiac University, and Yahoo News/YouGov show that Donald Trump is underwater, politically speaking. He is between 19 to 26 points beneath the surface.
Social Security Wait Times Have Doubled — Here’s What To Do Before You Call
If you’ve recently contacted your local Social Security Administration (SSA) office and actually reached a human being on the first try, congratulations! The rest of America’s 70-plus million Social Security beneficiaries, welcome to 2026. In 2025, the Trump administration cut 12 percent of the SSA workforce, which adds up to about 7,000 employees. Many of them were the frontline workers whose job was to help people like you.
FBI Joins Investigation After IED Thrown Outside NYC Mayor Mamdani's Home
A homemade explosive device was hurled during protests outside Gracie Mansion in New York City, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani. It prompted arrests and an FBI investigation into the incident. The mayor and his wife, Rama Duwaji, were at home when it happened and were unharmed. Around 12:38 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, a small device was thrown toward a protest area outside the mansion. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said it was smaller than a football.
She Played a Video for '30 Seconds' — It Got Her Booted Off a Flight by Sheriffs - Inquisitr News
On February 26, an American Airlines flight from Miami to Tampa became a modern-day example of how not to handle being asked to use headphones. It started with a female passenger who was playing videos on her phone’s loudspeaker. Flight attendants asked her twice to put on headphones, but the woman did not. What followed was posted to TikTok, where it went viral. In the footage, the passenger sits inside the flight and screams profanities at the crew.
Andy Samberg’s Surprising Past: Lesser-Known Facts About the ‘SNL’ and ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ Alum
Andy Samberg has spent nearly two decades convincing his fans that he is their favorite goofball. Many of us have seen him in some Saturday Night Live (SNL) sketch or laughed at his man-child detective Jake Peralta on Brooklyn Nine-Nine. So, fans probably know some of his biggest lore: the Lonely Island songs that dominated YouTube, the cult comedy Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, and his time-loop rom-com Palm Springs.
Republicans want Cassidy Hutchinson prosecuted — here's what's actually going on
GOP Rep. Barry Loudermilk has asked federal prosecutors to consider bringing perjury charges against Cassidy Hutchinson. The latter is the 29-year-old former White House aide who became a Jan. 6 star witness to the Justice Department. House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan co-signed the criminal referral, but as of now, the DOJ or Hutchinson's lawyers haven't responded.
Republicans Want Cassidy Hutchinson Prosecuted — Here's What's Actually Going On
GOP Rep. Barry Loudermilk has asked federal prosecutors to consider bringing perjury charges against Cassidy Hutchinson. The latter is the 29-year-old former White House aide who became a Jan. 6 star witness to the Justice Department. House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan co-signed the criminal referral, but as of now, the DOJ or Hutchinson’s lawyers haven’t responded.
Democrats Eye Pam Bondi As Next Target Over Epstein Files After Kristi Noem’s Firing
Kristi Noem was fired from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the White House said she got a promotion to the post of “special envoy for the Shield of the Americas.” Since then, it appears that the Democrats have found a fresh opening that they do not want to waste. Attorney General Pam Bondi has already been criticized over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, and is now the Democrats’ prime target.
Trump's Iran War May Have More to Do With Epstein Than Tehran
When the heat at home becomes unbearable, many politicians start a fire somewhere else. Donald Trump was facing headaches brought on Epstein files, tariff policies and civil liberties lawsuits, he launched US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran. New York Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has now accused Trump of “risking world war” to distract from the Epstein scandal. She also noted that military escalation and file-related revelations have a habit of arriving together. Then, Republican Rep.
Trump’s Lou Holtz Tribute Takes Controversial Turn With Transgender Remarks
Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz died at 89 on Mar. 4. So, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to honor Holtz’s life and career. The post, at first, remembered a coach who shaped modern college football. Yet it soon became one of Trump’s signature rants wherein he touched on transgender policies, immigration and “Democrat insanity.” Trump celebrated Holtz’s influence at the University of Notre Dame.
“I Don’t Think He’s Joking” — Marjorie Taylor Greene Stuns Viewers With Trump Third-Term Claim - Inquisitr News
During a recent appearance on Megyn Kelly’s show, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) suggested that Donald Trump has repeatedly brought up the idea of running for president again. The Constitution, however, limits presidents to two terms. “I know that man very well,” Greene said. She then added: That quote of hers spread across X, where users debated whether MTG was revealing something serious or sparking a constitutional debate.
Nancy Guthrie Mystery Deepens as Skeletal Remains Surface Near Tucson Home
84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of longtime Today host Savannah Guthrie, vanished in the middle of the night from an Arizona neighborhood last month. But now some skeletal remains have begun turning up in the wider region, which makes the mystery of her disappearance much darker. To date, investigators believe Nancy has been abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills area near Tucson, Arizona.
Trump Threatens Total Trade Embargo on Spain After Madrid Denies Military Base Access for Iran Strikes
President Donald Trump has lashed out at Madrid this week after Spain refused to allow America to use its military bases for strikes on Iran. During a White House meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Trump suggested cutting off all trade with the ally. He added that he directed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to explore pausing U.S. dealings with the country.
Megyn Kelly Rips Michelle Obama for ‘Whining’ About Her Time as First Lady
Former Fox News host Megyn Kelly let loose again as she went after comments by former first lady Michelle Obama. The latter had recently spoken about race and how history remembers her time in the White House. Obama shared her experience as part of the first Black family in the White House with comedian and TV host Conan O’Brien on her podcast, IMO. What followed led to Kelly finally blasting the remarks during her own show.
Donald Trump Accused of ‘Falling Asleep Standing Up’ During Medal of Honor Ceremony
During a live broadcast on Fox News, a number of viewers accused President Donald Trump of “falling asleep standing up.” The president was there to honor fallen Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis and his heroism in Afghanistan. Video clips on X showed Trump standing with his eyes closed and swaying slightly as a White House aide spoke of the 2013 attack that claimed the 24-year-old soldier’s life. Ollis was killed when a suicide bomber’s vest blew up during an assault on Forward Operating Base Ghazni.
Bill Clinton Breaks Silence on Epstein's Death Under Oath
Bill Clinton was asked if he believed that Jeffrey Epstein killed himself during the questioning of the House Oversight Committee’s Epstein probe last week. His answer was not explosive, but rather revealing for those with eyes to see. “I don’t know,” the former president said. “I only know what the medical finding was.” He was then asked if he accepts that Epstein killed himself.
Saudi Arabia Claims U.S. ‘Abandoned’ Gulf To Protect Israel Amid Iran Strikes
Saudi-linked voices have reportedly told Al Jazeera that “America has abandoned us.” They accused Washington of prioritizing Israel’s defense systems, while Gulf states that had hosted U.S. bases were now exposed to Iranian missiles and drones. The quote circulated on the social media platform X, and the implication was that decades of oil money and strategic partnerships did not guarantee security when it mattered.
"Be a Grown-Up" - Even Trump Supporters Slam His Silence on Fallen Soldiers - Inquisitr News
President Donald Trump was stepping off Air Force One amid an escalating conflict in the Middle East, when a Fox News reporter asked, “What’s your message to the families of the fallen?” However, in response, Trump raised a hand and walked away. Under the clip circulating on social media, one user said, “Couldn’t even spare 15 seconds to say something nice about them and a thank you.” Another argued, “Not every day he sends Americans to be needlessly killed.
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