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6+ min ago (116+ words) Pop megastar Sabrina Carpenter on Tuesday slammed the Trump administration and told them not to use her music. The White House shared a video of aggressive ICE arrests on X paired to her song and viral lyrics from the song "Juno," with the text: "Have you ever tried this one? Bye-bye." Carpenter wrote a scathing response on X, saying "this video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda." The Trump administration has used multiple artists' songs without their permission, including Kenny Loggins, The White Stripes and Taylor Swift. ALSO READ: GOP judge eyeing challenge to scandal-hit Texas Dem set" to dodge legal pitfall: experts...

7+ min ago (367+ words) President Donald Trump went off on the term "affordability" on Tuesday, calling it a pointless buzzword that Democrats are throwing around to make it seem like the economy is worse than it actually is. The president ripped the word, Democrats, ex-President Joe Biden, and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whom he called a "stubborn ox," at the outset of a Cabinet meeting. "There is this fake narrative that the Democrats talk about, affordability. They just say the word. It doesn't mean anything to anybody. Just say it: Affordability " I inherited the worst inflation in history! There was no affordability, nobody could afford anything," mused Trump. Trump pointed to gas prices dropping, Amazon and other companies reporting their best Black Friday sales ever "by a lot," and egg prices being "four or five times" lower than they were under Biden as…...

8+ min ago (330+ words) Please don'tmiss this chance. A generous donor has given us a $50,000 digital matching gift for Giving Tuesday, and we need your help to get every dollar of it. All online donations TODAY will be matched dollar-for-dollar. Please stand with truth-telling independent media and chip in right now if you can. Federal agents in immigration court in New York City.Andrea Renault/STAR MAX/IPx/AP The Trump administration has axed another group of judges from immigration courts. On Monday, the New York Times reported, eight judges serving on the bench at New York City's 26 Federal Plaza'ground zero for courthouse arrests'were terminated. Among them was Amiena A. Khan, the court's supervising assistant chief immigration judge. Trump is trying to reshape immigration courts to fit his mass deportation agenda. David S. Kim was in the middle of a hearing in September when a termination…...

9+ min ago (1657+ words) Yemen's Houthis to release survivors of ship sunk in Red Sea If Europe wants war with Russia, 'we are ready': Putin Lebanon on the edge: A nation braces for Israel's next war War from within: Israel's bid to exploit Iran's ethnic divisions Has the Israeli state lost control of the settler movement? In marriages across MENA, consent is fictional and rape is legal How Israel emerged as major threat to Syria's post-Assad future Reform and rights: MP Paula Yacoubian's vision for Lebanon In a divided Lebanon, Christians find hope through Pope Leo After the ceasefire, Gaza faces an unending war with trauma On 24 November, US President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order initiating a process that could lead Washington to designate three Middle Eastern chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organisations. Efforts to push the US government toward blacklisting…...

13+ min ago (360+ words) The South African-born English cricketer, who played from the late-1980s, scored more than 4000 test match runs. Former batter Robin Smith, a World Cup finalist with England in 1992, has died at the age of 62, his former club Hampshire said on Tuesday. Smith, born in South Africa to British parents, played 62 tests and 71 one-day internationals (ODIs) for England, scoring 13 centuries. He suffered from depression and alcoholism following his retirement, telling British newspapers only last week about his personal struggles. Robin Smith established himself as a belligerent middle-order batter known for his striking ability against fast bowlers. He averaged 43.67 in tests, the highest among all contemporary England players when he was dropped after a series in South Africa in 1995-96. "It's a sad day " At the time, in the 80s and 90s, he was England's best batter," a tearful Kevan James, Smith's former Hampshire teammate, told…...

16+ min ago (379+ words) Still, the fact that the program actually is funded via the passage of the massive (deficit-increasing, naturally) spending bill makes it much more likely that it will actually be seen through to some kind of implementation, currently scheduled to potentially begin opening accounts in mid-2026. They would essentially operate along the following lines: " The government's $1,000 contribution would be present when the account is opened for a child born between Jan. 2025 and Jan. 2029, invested into a diversified, low-cost U.S. stock index fund. Further contributions must be into similar index funds tied to the S&P 500. " Parents, guardians or private entities can contribute up to $5,000 per year in additional dollars into the Trump Accounts, payments that are made with after-tax dollars, meaning that contributions to the funds are not tax-deductible. There are various provisions for employers, etc. to potentially be able to match contributions…...

17+ min ago (353+ words) Why is it so easy and effective for some people to cast out demons while others struggle to do the same? Kathryn Krick breaks down the four different reasons why you may be experiencing pushback in this area. 1. Misunderstanding regarding the spiritual keys and authority of the kingdom of heaven. "oftentimes, it's because there's revelation missing of the keys of the kingdom that unlock people from all kinds of oppression, even the most severe cases," says Krick. Without proper understanding of what it means to have heavenly authority, one cannot cast out the demonic. 2. There is a lack of childlike faith. Krick then quotes the Scripture, stating: "Matthew 11:25, Jesus said, "O, Father, thank you for hiding these things from those who think themselves wise and clever, and for revealing them to the childlike." She points out that Jesus said this…...

19+ min ago (476+ words) Chris Cuomo accused Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and other members of the far-left of hating more about the United States than they love. The post Chris Cuomo Accuses AOC and Far-Left of Lack of Patriotism: "They Hate More About It Than They Love About It" first appeared on Mediaite. NewsNation's Chris Cuomo accused Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and other members of the far-left of hating more about the United States than they love in a new episode of his podcast, The Chris Cuomo Project. Cuomo said the following during an interview with progressive podcaster Brian Tyler Cohen: What did my father have? Okay, I know I'm a white guy, okay? I know, I'm not saying anything but that. My father was not considered a white guy. He was considered an ethnic, okay? He had that other thing going. He was…...

19+ min ago (199+ words) Rachel (she/her) is a freelancer at The Mary Sue. She has been freelancing since 2013 in various forms, but has been an entertainment freelancer since 2016. When not writing her thoughts on film and television, she can also be found writing screenplays, fiction, and poetry. She currently lives in Brooklyn with her cats Carla and Thorin Oakenshield but is a Midwesterner at heart. She is also a tried and true emo kid and the epitome of "it was never a phase, Mom," but with a dual affinity for dad rock. She also co-hosts the Hazbin Hotel Pod, which can be found on TikTok and YouTube. [Scarlett Johansson]In a recent interview with The Daily Telegraph, Scarlett Johansson addressed her support for writer/director Woody Allen, who has been disgraced in the film community over sexual abuse allegations made by his stepdaughter,…...

22+ min ago (848+ words) Before shopping for a new pair of walking shoes, there are a few things to keep in mind. According to Dr. Nasim Kahlor, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon (DPM) at'Foot & Ankle Concepts, Inc., it's important to choose footwear that provides adequate structural support and comfort. "Look for a firm sole that only bends at the toes, a stable heel counter, and enough toe-room to prevent irritation," Dr. Sadia Ali, DPM, FACFAS at Ankle & Foot Centers of America adds. "A good walking shoe should feel supportive right away." Ahead, see the key characteristics the best walking shoes should have. A Firm & Stable Sole "Walking shoes should have a firm and stable sole that doesn't bend excessively in the mid-foot area; this helps to maintain proper biomechanics during gait," Dr. Kahlor shares. Heel Cushioning & Shock Absorption In addition to a firm,…...