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 President Trump is facing renewed ethics questions after financial disclosures revealed he purchased stock in UFC's parent company while promoting a historic UFC fight on White House grounds. Supporters call the event an innovative celebration of America's 250th anniversary, while critics say it raises concerns about conflicts of interest and the use of public property to benefit a private company.

  The new show Marshals is an American neo-Western and police procedural television series that serves as both a spin-off and sequel to the Yellowstone franchise. It stars Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton, who leaves the Yellowstone ranch to work with an elite U.S. Marshals team. The series premiered on CBS on March 1, 2026, and has been renewed for a second season. It follows Kayce Dutton as he joins a specialized group of U.S. Marshals tasked with protecting Montana, combining his skills as a cowboy and Navy SEAL to bring range justice to the region. 

The fight over student loan forgiveness is intensifying, even as the nation’s top education official insists it doesn’t really exist. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has  ordered the U.S. Department of Education to move ahead with a massive loan discharge in the Sweet v. McMahon case, covering nearly 170,000 borrowers who say they were defrauded by their colleges. Those borrowers must receive notices of eligibility by March 30, with full relief delivered within a year, despite the department’s attempt to delay the process. At the same time, millions of borrowers in the now-defunct SAVE income-driven repayment plan are being told they’ll have to pick a new repayment option after courts killed the rule behind SAVE earlier this month. They’ll get a 90‑day window starting July 1 to switch plans, or risk being moved automatically by loan servicers. All of this comes after Education Secretary Linda McMahon declared early in the administration that “there’s no such thing as loan forgiv...

Women can lead boldly at work while restoring the honor of motherhood A mother’s devotion to her child is unmatched. This love takes many forms: strength, compassion, wisdom, grace, joy, labor, humor and even grief, to name a few. The love between mother and child has helped shape America’s identity since the nation’s founding 250 years ago.   It is time to revisit the enduring American family traditions that have supported generations, while also recognizing the challenges for mothers of building both a career and a home. This balancing act reflects the realities women face today. America’s strength is closely tied to the role mothers play in shaping character, education and moral order within families. From morning until night, mothers serve as the first teachers of empathy, aspiration and discipline. It is mothers who do so much to shape a child’s mind — how to think, how to distinguish right from wrong and how to persevere in challenging times. The household is our nation’s sma...

A suspected gunman was taken into custody Saturday night after shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, sending attendees—including President Donald Trump and members of the press—into a brief but intense state of alarm. According to authorities, the suspect, a 30-year-old man from California, was quickly subdued by Secret Service agents after discharging a weapon near the event venue. Officials confirmed he was carrying multiple firearms, all of which were recovered at the scene. The incident unfolded just as the first course of the high-profile dinner was being served. Witnesses reported hearing loud popping sounds, initially mistaken by some as dropped equipment, before Secret Service agents rushed in and instructed guests to take cover under their tables. In an impromptu press briefing shortly after the incident, President Trump described the moment as both startling and surreal. “I was totally shocked that something happened,” the president said...

  George J. Howe Co. Voluntarily Recalls Sunflower Seeds Due to Undeclare Tree Nuts (Cashews) George J. Howe Co. of Grove City, Pennsylvania is voluntarily recalling 13,619 pounds of Sunflower Seeds because it may contain undeclared tree nut (cashew) allergens. Individuals with an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. This product is safe to consume for anyone who does not have a Tree Nut (Cashew) allergy or sensitivity to Tree Nuts (Cashews). The product was distributed in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin and reached consumers through retail grocery chains (including Foodland, Giant Eagle, Piggly Wiggly, Shop Rite, Shop N Save, Walmart and independent grocers), foodservice accounts,...

On A special Mother’s Day episode of THE PRICE IS RIGHT, a retired veteran won over $240,000 in cash and prizes, the largest prize won in a single pricing game in the 54-year history of the daytime version of the show on CBS. This surpasses the previous record of $210,000 in a single pricing game of Cliffhangers set in 2016. Vanesa from Virginia won the staggering amount playing “The Lion’s Share,” the new high-stakes branded game that debuted this season through a partnership with BetMGM.  In the game, contestants guess the prices of grocery items to earn up to five balls. Each ball is then dropped into a wind tunnel, revealing a hidden prize amount. After each reveal, contestants face a tense decision to walk away with their current winnings or risk it all to continue. Vanesa didn’t hesitate and pushed forward through every round, ultimately revealing the prizes for all five balls, winning $227,500 in cash and a luxury trip for two to Morocco valued at $12,650, bringing her to...

The Trump administration, as of August 25, 2025, has implemented aggressive measures to address homelessness in Washington, D.C., focusing on clearing encampments and enforcing public safety, as outlined in the July 23, 2025, executive order "Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets" and subsequent actions. Key developments include: President Donald Trump issued a homeless sweep as a part of his effort to make DC more safe and beautiful. He ordered homeless individuals to "move out immediately" from D.C., with federal agents, including U.S. Park Police and FBI, dismantling encampments, such as those near the Kennedy Center and Lincoln Memorial. Approximately 70 of 72 encampments have been cleared, with belongings often discarded, causing fear and displacement among the estimated 800 unsheltered individuals in a city of 700,000. The executive order promotes civil commitment for homeless individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders, directing t...

During questions in the Oval Office Pres. Donald Trump interjected his opinion about the purpose of birthright citizenship ahead of a crucial Supreme Court decision. He repeated the that Birthright citizenship was intended for the babies of slaves not the children of very rich people. One of them came in with 57 children. And it usually done by people who hate out country. If the Supreme Court approves it they will have done a great disservice to our country. ...It would be a disgrace if the Supreme Court allows that to happen. FACT CHECK: The 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause was drafted to overturn Dred Scott v. Sandford and guarantee that formerly enslaved people—and their U.S.-born descendants—were citizens by birth. That foundational purpose continues to anchor modern Supreme Court debates about birthright citizenship, jurisdiction, and who counts as “born in the United States.” Previously, enslaved people were born on U.S. soil but denied citizenship and the 14th was ...

  Statement by Chief Pentagon Spokesman, Sean Parnell, on “Establishment of the Department of War COVID-19 Reinstatement and Reconciliation Task Force” and “Reinstating Service Members Unjustly Discharged Under the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccine Mandate” Memorandums     The Department of War continues to take decisive action in support of the many Service members adversely impacted by the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Today, Secretary Hegseth established the Department of War COVID-19 Reinstatement and Reconciliation Task Force to ensure return-to-service efforts for these warriors are optimized across the force.    He also directed the Secretaries of the Military Departments to ensure their Review Boards evaluate the records of any former Service member who voluntarily left service, and who now requests to return to service through the...

  A federal magistrate judge in Phoenix  ordered Albert Bazaar held in custody following his arrest on charges relating to trafficking turtles. The court unsealed an indictment from San Francisco charging Bazaar, formerly of Angie, Louisiana, on conspiracy and Lacey Act violations. A status conference will be held on May 14 in Phoenix. The indictment alleges that between January 2022 and December 2023, Bazaar poached and sold over 1,700 loggerhead musk turtles, 100 stripe-neck musk turtles, and 15 striped mud turtles from their native habitats in Florida. Florida law protects fresh and marine turtle species from unregulated harvest. The indictment charges Bazaar with aiding and abetting a co-conspirator who exported the turtles from San Francisco to Taiwan, falsely claiming they were captive-bred to obtain export permits. The turtles are estimated to be worth more than $550,000 in the Asian pet trade. The indictment describes eight transactions where Bazaar sold illegally coll...

In a landmark move for global worship, Island Tribe Collective, the Caribbean’s premier worship movement founded by international gospel artist Sherwin Gardner, has officially partnered with  Tyscot  Records as the iconic label approaches its 50th anniversary. This partnership represents a defining moment for Caribbean gospel music. Island Tribe Collective brings together voices from across the region including Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, The Bahamas, St. Lucia, Haiti, and beyond, creating music that reflects the culture, faith, and sound of the Caribbean for the global Church. With their debut release “Living Proof” already making impact, the Collective is establishing itself as a fresh and authentic voice in the contemporary gospel and worship space, blending Caribbean rhythm with congregational worship in a way that connects across cultures. “This moment is deeply meaningful for us,” says Sherwin Gardner. “What started as a vision to unify the Caribbea...

  BMW2026 Opens with Africa Day Celebration, Mzansi Atlanta Creative Industry Expo, Walk of Fame Honors, Jack the Rapper Remix, Presidential Leadership Conversations, and “An Era of Soul” Salute to 30 Years of Black Music Excellence Atlanta, GA — (May 8, 2026) — One hundred and five years ago, the Harlem Renaissance changed Black culture forever redefining music, art, business, intellect, and global influence through the power of Black creativity.  Today, Atlanta picks up the baton. Black Music Week Atlanta 2026 (BMW2026) launches May 25 through June 6 as the official cultural bridge into Black Music Month, positioning Atlanta as the modern global capital of Black music, creativity, innovation, and cultural commerce. Presented by Unite Atlanta and the Black American Music Association (BAMA), this year’s expanded celebration introduces what organizers are calling the beginning of the “Atlanta Renaissance,” a citywide movement uniting music, culture, business, techno...

Vocal dynamo  Tasha Page-Lockhart has a gift of turning a moment into a message.  On her latest release the message is clear -- God is  on the way. "He's on the Way" is the lead single on her first solo album since 2017’s  The Beautiful Project .  “ He’s on the Way ” (Giftbox Music Group / Tyscot Records) has been released on all digital music platforms and has racked up over 50,000 streams globally. The early success has also earned the track a No. 10 debut placement on  Billboard’s  Gospel Digital Song Sales chart. The modern R&B/Hip-Hop flavored track was written and produced by Page-Lockhart with Charles “Ollie” Harris who has been collaborating with the Motor City native for a decade on songs such as her former  Billboard  Top 20 smash, “Over and Over.” The song is already opening new doors for the BET  Sunday Best  Season 6 contest winner. The afternoon host  JusNik  of New York City’s legendary R&B radio sta...

  “BEYOND THE GATES” WHAT TO WATCH: MAY 11-MAY 15, 2026 CBS welcomes you inside “BEYOND THE GATES.” Below, please find episode descriptions for Monday, May 11-Friday, May 15, 2026. “BEYOND THE GATES” airs weekdays (2:00-3:00 PM, ET; 1:00-2:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+*.  

Rapper Teams With Freeway Rick Ross To Transform Regional Staple–Boosie Bash–To A Worldwide In-Home Viewing Experience   YFN Lucci, Plies, YK Niece, Sexyy Red, Big Boogie, H3adBand, BG, Baby Mel, And Flau'Jae Headline Hip Hop Festival Is southern rap super star  Boosie Badazz  quietly becoming the most influential ‘Southern Network’ in media? A livestream collaboration with  Freeway Rick Ross  is set to disrupt digital, offering an in-home pay-per-view experience for  Boosie Bash VII . “You can party in your living room,” says Boosie, the creator of the annual Louisiana festival now in its seventh year. “Invite your friends, cousins; Bash with us at home!” WATCH: Boosie Badazz Talk About Live-streaming The Concert His online presence, a masterclass in “unfiltered entertainment,” was recently at the center of viral debate with VLAD TV, a podcast platform popularized by Lil Boosie (rapper’s OG moniker). A self-contained reality show, ...