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BBC’s ‘Have I Got News for You’ Star’s Daring Quip About King Charles Sparks Controversy

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BBC’s ‘Have I Got News for You’ Star’s Daring Quip About King Charles Sparks Controversy

The much-adored BBC comedy quiz show, Have I Got News For You, made a triumphant return to television screens on Friday (May 22), featuring a cheeky dig at King Charles. The show, known for its humorous take on current events, was hosted by Alexander Armstrong and featured guest panellists Phil Wang and Judi Love, alongside regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton. As the episode unfolded, the panellists tackled the week’s hottest stories and news, culminating in the show’s iconic missing words round, where they had to amusingly complete news headlines.

One headline read, “Fox with (blank) sought by police for (blank),” prompting Ian to humorously suggest: “Fox with independent relationship sought by police for no-strings relationship.” The studio audience erupted in laughter, after which Alexander revealed the real headline: “Fox with a mouth full of sausages sought by police for BBQ theft.” As a photo of the mischievous fox appeared, Armstrong quipped with biting wit, “Either it’s stolen sausages, or it’s bitten King Charles’s hands off.”

The panel and audience burst into laughter before Armstrong seamlessly transitioned to revealing the final scores of the night.

While King Charles has never publicly addressed the condition behind his notably swollen fingers, it remains a topic of intrigue and speculation regarding his health. The state of his hands has sparked curiosity since his birth, a detail noted by his late mother, Queen Elizabeth, in her correspondence with her former music teacher.

However, the King’s hands have been a topic of discussion since the day of his birth, as his late mother, Queen Elizabeth, observed in a letter to her former music teacher.

According to the Mirror she wrote: “The baby is very sweet and we are enormously proud of him. He has an interesting pair of hands for a baby.

“They are rather large, but with fine long fingers quite unlike mine and certainly unlike his father’s. It will be interesting to see what they become. I still find it hard to believe I have a baby of my own.”

King Charles also referred to them himself, once in a letter to a friend after Prince William’s birth.

As quoted in Howard Hodgson’s biography Charles, The Man Who Will Be King, the 77-year-old wrote: “I can’t tell you how excited and proud I am. He really does look surprisingly appetising and has sausage fingers just like mine.”

DeSantis Slams Court Ruling Against Florida’s Extended Red Snapper Season as ‘Disrespectful

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DeSantis Slams Court Ruling Against Florida’s Extended Red Snapper Season as ‘Disrespectful


JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) — During a bill signing on Friday, Governor Ron DeSantis expressed his disapproval of a recent federal court decision that halted Florida’s extended red snapper fishing season.

The United States District Court for the District of Columbia issued a preliminary injunction on Thursday, temporarily suspending exempted fishing permits that were set to allow Florida’s 2026 state recreational red snapper season in the South Atlantic. This season was initially scheduled to kick off on Friday, May 22, and last until July 31.

This injunction affected not only Florida but also other southern states, coming at a time when Florida’s recreational red snapper season was about to start, leading to frustration among state officials.

“It’s really disrespectful to issue a ruling when people have already made plans to come down and participate,” DeSantis remarked. “For many, this was a key reason to choose the east coast of Florida for Memorial Day weekend, instead of opting for another destination.”

Although NOAA Fisheries advised fishermen to consult state agencies for further details, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded strongly with a sharp statement.

“On May 21, 2026, a rogue federal judge sided with activists in an attempt to block Floridians from exercising their right to fish through the recently approved Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) for Atlantic Red Snapper issued by NOAA Fisheries earlier this month,” the FWC wrote.

While the ruling has kept anglers from fishing for red snapper in federal waters, the FWC said it has adjusted its operations to allow anglers to catch the fish in state waters, which include the waters three nautical miles off the coast. State law keeps the recreational bag limit to two red snapper per person with a 20-inch size limit.

“We’re not going to be involved in policing the federal waters,” DeSantis said.

If the EFPs are unfrozen by the courts, the FWC will reestablish the extended season.

Brewers Upset Dodgers: Justin Wrobleski’s Struggles Lead to Unexpected Defeat

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Brewers Upset Dodgers: Justin Wrobleski’s Struggles Lead to Unexpected Defeat

MILWAUKEE –– Throughout most of this season, Justin Wrobleski’s starts have typically followed a familiar pattern.

He aggressively targets the strike zone, encourages batters to make contact, minimizes potential setbacks, and efficiently moves through innings.

However, on Friday evening in Milwaukee, the Dodgers’ lefty encountered a Brewers lineup skilled at countering his usual tactics.

This resulted in a challenging 5-1 defeat at American Family Field, marking the most prolonged inning of Wrobleski’s impressive season.

In the bottom of the first, he faced four runs, 10 batters, six hits, and threw 38 pitches, enduring what felt like an eternity lasting over 15 minutes.

The Brewers’ game-opening, and back-breaking, rally started quickly. Jackson Chourio snuck a ground ball through the infield for a leadoff single.

Brice Turang followed with a line-drive knock to center. Then, William Contreras ambushed a first-pitch slider for a towering three-run homer deep to left field.

Just like that, Wrobleski had allowed more than two runs for only the second time as a starter all year.

The grind would only continue from there. With one out, Andrew Vaughn, Jake Bauers and Luis Rengifo struck together three more singles to load the bases. After a Sal Frelick sacrifice fly, Wrobleski walked No. 9 hitter Joey Ortiz to juice the bags again.

The good news: The 25-year-old southpaw averted total disaster over the rest of his five-inning start, striking out Chourio to retire the side in the first before giving up just one run over his next four frames.

The bad news: He suffered the exact kind of struggles that more skeptical observers of his hot start had feared.

After all, Wrobleski entered the game with the lowest strikeout rate among all 78 qualified big-league pitchers. And while he’d been able to limit hard contact and be efficient in his outings previously –– he had a 2.12 ERA since moving into the rotation, and was averaging 6 ⅔ innings over seven starts in that span –– so-called “regression to mean” had been looming as a threat.

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What it means

Wrobleski, it turns out, might not be invincible.

But neither was the Dodgers’ recently resurgent offense on Friday.

Instead, the club was shut down by rookie right-hander Logan Henderson, who didn’t give up a hit in his first three innings, escaped a bases-loaded jam in the fourth, and finished with seven strikeouts over five scoreless innings.

The Dodgers didn’t get on the board until the seventh, when Shohei Ohtani hit a sacrifice fly, and finished with just three hits –– their fewest in almost two weeks.

As a result, the club has now lost nine straight regular-season games to the Brewers dating back to 2024. Of course, they won the only four games that truly mattered when the teams crossed paths in last year’s National League Championship Series.

Who’s hot

Ohtani was the one productive member of the Dodgers lineup, reaching base twice in addition to his sac fly.

Even he wasn’t perfect, however. In the first, he drew a walk to begin the game but then was thrown out trying to steal second to retire the side. And while his leadoff single in the fourth helped generate the squandered bases-loaded opportunity, Ohtani struck out to end the fifth after Teoscar Hernández had led the inning off with a hit.

Who’s not

Both of the Dodgers’ catchers.

Before first pitch, manager Dave Roberts said the recently scuffling Will Smith –– who was dropped down to the No. 7 spot in the order in Wednesday’s series finale in San Diego –– would only start one out of three games in Milwaukee this weekend, in order to give him time to “reset” and “work on his swing” amid a .197 slump over the last month.

The only problem: Backup catcher Dalton Rushing has gone cold since his blistering start to the season, too, only snapping a recent 0-for-19 skid with a single in the seventh inning Friday.

Up next

The Dodgers will try to even this weekend series on Saturday, when Roki Sasaki (2-3, 5.09 ERA) takes the mound against left-hander Robert Gasser (0-0, 4.50 ERA).

Texas Man Charged with Covertly Inducing Stillbirth by Tampering Girlfriend’s Drink with Abortion Medication

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Texas Man Charged with Covertly Inducing Stillbirth by Tampering Girlfriend’s Drink with Abortion Medication

A disturbing case from Texas has emerged where a man allegedly administered abortion drugs to his unsuspecting girlfriend, leading to the termination of a pregnancy she wished to continue, as per statements from prosecutors.

Jon Demeter has been indicted on charges of performance of an abortion and injury to a child, both first-degree felonies, according to a May 20 press conference held by the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

Initially, the man, Demeter, was facing charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. However, this particular charge has since been dropped, as reported by local authorities.

The current legal proceedings remain unclear as there is no information on whether the 25-year-old has entered a plea. The spokesperson for his attorney’s office has opted not to provide any comments on the situation.

On February 21, law enforcement officers were called to a hospital in The Woodlands after a woman suffered a miscarriage under mysterious circumstances, according to a statement from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

The woman, who was 14 weeks pregnant at the time, reportedly informed police that she suspected the child’s father had covertly given her a substance or medication to terminate the pregnancy without her consent.

She later delivered a stillborn baby named Presley Mae, who weighed just under 2 ounces, according to authorities. 

The investigation revealed that Demeter had repeatedly tried to convince the woman to undergo an abortion and offered to pay for her travel if she had the procedure out of state, since abortion is almost entirely banned in Texas. 

When those efforts failed, Demeter allegedly ordered medication online and had it shipped to his residence, according to authorities.  

“He covertly crushed that medication and mixed it in a water bottle with a Liquid I.V. packet,” Sheriff Wesley Doolittle said during the press conference. “This was done with a specific intent to cause the death of the child.”

Demeter was arrested on Feb. 23 and booked into the Montgomery County Jail, where he is currently held.

“This case is unusual for a number of reasons,” District Attorney Mike Holley said in the press conference. “Although the legality of abortion has changed…it has never been lawful for someone to perform an abortion in the manner against a woman and against her consent…it has always been illegal.” 

If convicted on all charges, Demeter faces a potential prison sentence of anywhere from five to 99 years in prison, plus a $10,000 fine.

Open Heaven 23 May 2026 – Spiritually Discerned (2)

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Open Heaven 23 May 2026 Saturday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Spiritually Discerned (2)

Open Heaven 23 May 2026 TOPIC – Spiritually Discerned (2)

MEMORISE: Consider and hear me, O Lord my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death; – Psalm 13:314 (KJV)

READ: Judges 16:19-21 (KJV)

19 And she made him sleep upon her knees; and she called for a man, and she caused him to shave off the seven locks of his head; and she began to afflict him, and his strength went from him.

20 And she said, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And he awoke out of his sleep, and said, I will go out as at other times before, and shake myself. And he wist not that the Lord was departed from him.

21 But the Philistines took him, and put out his eyes, and brought him down to Gaza, and bound him with fetters of brass; and he did grind in the prison house.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Nehemiah 8-10

Open Heaven 23 May 2026 MESSAGE

There was once a young man who was the secretary of a cult group at the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) in South-West Nigeria. One day, he gave his life to Christ and decided to leave the cult. Immediately, the other cult members decided to kill him because he knew their secrets. One night, after arriving in his hostel from the library, he was very tired, so he said a quick prayer and got on his bed to sleep. As he lay on his bed, the Holy Spirit nudged him to get up and pray. He got on his knees, said another short prayer, and tried to sleep again. However, he got another nudge to pray, and he just thought to himself, “Well, let me pray just as God wants.” He did so, and as he got up from his knees, he saw a huge demon with charms all over its body walk into his room, even though the door was locked. The demon made its way towards him, and he immediately started rebuking it in Jesus’ name. Slowly, the demon retreated from the room. When he told me about the incident, I asked him, “Are you sure you weren’t dreaming?” He replied, “I’d have thought I was dreaming too; however, because of how I shouted when rebuking the demon, my roommate moved on his bed, and as he did so, his leg touched the demon as it retreated. My roommate’s leg, which touched the demon, swelled to three times its normal size, and he spent a year treating it.” Being spiritually discerning can be the difference between life and death.

As we read in Balaam’s story yesterday, disobedience to God’s instructions can prevent a Christian from discerning spiritual things. Are there instructions the Lord has given you to follow? Don’t try to negotiate your way out of complete obedience to Him. Always obey God’s instructions, because it will make your heart more sensitive to hearing Him. Toying with sin will make a believer become spiritually dull. Samson didn’t know when his hair was cut because sin had made him spiritually dull. He was fast asleep and didn’t know that he was in trouble until Delilah woke him up. When he awoke, he wanted to fight the Philistines as he had always done, but he was unaware that God had left him.

Beloved, flee disobedience and sin so that you will remain spiritually discerning. May you not become spiritually insensitive and sleep the sleep of death, in Jesus’ name.

Open Heaven 23 May 2026 PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to obey You at all times so I never become spiritually insensitive.

Open Heaven 23 May 2026 HYMN 30 – When We Walk With The Lord

1 When we walk with the Lord
in the light of his word,
what a glory he sheds on our way!
While we do his good will,
he abides with us still,
and with all who will trust and obey.

Refrain:
Trust and obey, for there’s no other way
to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.

2 But we never can prove
the delights of his love
until all on the altar we lay;
for the favor he shows,
and the joy he bestows,
are for them who will trust and obey.
[Refrain]

3 Then in fellowship sweet
we will sit at his feet,
or we’ll walk by his side in the way;
what he says we will do,
where he sends we will go;
never fear, only trust and obey. [Refrain]

Open Heavens 2026 Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.

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REMINDER!!! JESUS IS COMING SOON

ARE YOU BORN AGAIN? IF NO, WHY NOT ACCEPT JESUS NOW!

Accept Jesus Christ today and secure a life of eternal rest and Glory by saying this short prayer below:






Lord Jesus, I believe you died for my sins, Forgive me of all my iniquities. I accept you as my Lord and Saviour from today and forever.



Come and Be the Lord of my life and I am willing to obey Your command and live according to Your will by Your Grace, Thank you for accepting me into Your fold

AMEN!!! John 6:37…and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.

DCLM Daily Manna 23 May 2026 — Prescription For Divine Pleasure

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DCLM Daily Manna 23 May 2026 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — Prescription For Divine Pleasure

TOPIC: Prescription For Divine Pleasure (DCLM Daily Manna 23 May 2026)

KEY VERSE: Go up to the mountain, and bring wood, and build the house; and I will take pleasure in it, and I will be glorified, saith the LORD. – Haggai 1:8

TEXT: Haggai 1:8-11 (KJV)

8 Go up to the mountain, and bring wood, and build the house; and I will take pleasure in it, and I will be glorified, saith the Lord.

9 Ye looked for much, and, lo it came to little; and when ye brought it home, I did blow upon it. Why? saith the Lord of hosts. Because of mine house that is waste, and ye run every man unto his own house.

10 Therefore the heaven over you is stayed from dew, and the earth is stayed from her fruit.

11 And I called for a drought upon the land, and upon the mountains, and upon the corn, and upon the new wine, and upon the oil, and upon that which the ground bringeth forth, and upon men, and upon cattle, and upon all the labour of the hands.

DCLM Daily Manna For Today MESSAGE:

A few years ago, there was a social media storm surrounding the Christian duty of giving to God. As was to be expected, given the freedom that social media offers, everyone chimed in, and there were many opinions. One idea that seemed to have gained considerable traction was the substituting of giving to God’s cause with giving to charitable causes. The protagonists argued for taking care of the pecuniary needs of society’s down-and-outers to the total neglect of the Church’s ministry of evangelism, which unknown to them, catered for man’s spiritual needs and his immortal soul.

The idea of having to make a mandatory choice between going hungry and going to hell is not found anywhere in God’s word. How could anyone rightly substitute ardent love for God with fervent love for their fellow men, and vice versa? US billionaire John D. Rockefeller, if he were still alive, would have been amused by the absurdity of juxtaposing necessary social action with the spiritual duty of tithing. The American gave to God’s house and cared for fellow men with equal passion, both virtues stemming from his understanding of the Christian as a steward.

God had sent Prophet Haggai with words of fierce rebuke to the returning captives of Israel. He expected them to reciprocate His favour of granting them restoration back to their homeland, after long years of captivity. One way they were expected to do this was in rebuilding the temple and inaugurating regular worship. Instead, they were keen on reconstructing their own estates while God’s house remained desolate and in ruins. No one among them seemed to have noticed the incongruence between their most strenuous efforts at financial sufficiency and the meagre resources they garnered. They were, therefore, in a double jeopardy of spiritual and material destitution, though oblivious of the fact. Concentrating all our energy on material pursuits to the neglect of heaven’s demands could bring us to the same fate as Israel’s in the days of Haggai.

God, however, laced His rebuke with words of encouragement to the returnees. There was hope yet if they repented and did the right thing. Honouring God with your resources opens His treasure-house of blessings into your life.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
To deny God your resources is to be penny-wise but pound-foolish.

THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Galatians 1-3

Deeper Life Daily Manna For Today 2025 was written by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi; is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church situated at KM 42 on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.

REMINDER!!! JESUS IS COMING SOON

ARE YOU BORN AGAIN? IF NO, WHY NOT ACCEPT JESUS NOW!

Accept Jesus Christ today and secure a life of eternal rest and Glory by saying this short prayer below:






Lord Jesus, I believe you died for my sins, Forgive me of all my iniquities. I accept you as my Lord and Saviour from today and forever.



Come and Be the Lord of my life and I am willing to obey Your command and live according to Your will by Your Grace, Thank you for accepting me into Your fold

AMEN!!! John 6:37…and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.

Legendary Hip-Hop Icon Rob Base Passes Away at 59 Following Courageous Cancer Battle

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Legendary Hip-Hop Icon Rob Base Passes Away at 59 Following Courageous Cancer Battle

Rob Base, acclaimed member of the 1980s hip-hop duo DJ E-Z Rock, has passed away at the age of 59, just days after marking his birthday.

Base, renowned for his contribution to the iconic 1988 track “It Takes Two,” was part of a duo that left a lasting imprint on the music scene.

Born as Robert Ginyard and hailing from Harlem, the rapper’s passing was announced via a heartfelt message on his official Instagram page on Friday.

‘Today, we share the heartbreaking news that hip hop legend Rob Base passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer,’ the caption began.

The post reflected on his influence, stating, “Rob’s music, energy, and legacy have inspired generations and brought joy to countless fans globally. Offstage, he was a devoted father, family man, friend, and a creative powerhouse whose influence remains indelible.”

The tribute concluded with gratitude, “Thank you for the music, the memories, and the moments that defined our lives. Rest in Paradise, Rob Base. May 18, 1967 – May 22, 2026.”

Rob Base of the late 80s hip-hop duo DJ E-Z Rock has died at age 59 - just four days after celebrating his birthday; seen in 2023

Rob Base of the late 80s hip-hop duo DJ E-Z Rock has died at age 59 – just four days after celebrating his birthday; seen in 2023

Born Robert Ginyard, the Harlem-bred rapper passed away on Friday, according to a post shared on his official Instagram account

Born Robert Ginyard, the Harlem-bred rapper passed away on Friday, according to a post shared on his official Instagram account

Just four days before his death, the music artist marked his birthday with a social media post and a caption reading, ‘Happy 59th Birthday to me. God, thank you for allowing me to see another year.’

Rapper fat Joe commented on Friday’s post announcing the sad news, writing, ‘Love Rob I’m so sorry ❤️.’

Base met his musical partner E-Z Rock in fifth grade and they became a music group in their teenage years.

Their It Takes Two demo landed them a deal with Profile Records, per a report from Variety.

Their debut album It Takes Two peaked at number four on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The project also produced the hit songs Get on the Dance Floor and Joy and Pain.

Base went on to release one solo album, The Incredible Base, which came out in November 1989.

He reunited with E-Z Rock in 1994, releasing the album Break of Dawn.

Base recently joined Vanilla Ice, All-4-One, Young MC and others on the I Love the 90’s Tour.

Born Robert Ginyard, the Harlem-bred rapper passed away on Friday, according to a post shared on his official Instagram account

Born Robert Ginyard, the Harlem-bred rapper passed away on Friday, according to a post shared on his official Instagram account

Just four days before his death, the music artist marked his birthday with a social media post and a caption reading, 'Happy 59th Birthday to me. God, thank you for allowing me to see another year'

Just four days before his death, the music artist marked his birthday with a social media post and a caption reading, ‘Happy 59th Birthday to me. God, thank you for allowing me to see another year’

Base was one half of the collective known for the hit 1988 song It Takes Two

Base was one half of the collective known for the hit 1988 song It Takes Two 

Base (L) is pictured with friend Kyle Rifkin (R) in an Instagram photo from September 2025

Base (L) is pictured with friend Kyle Rifkin (R) in an Instagram photo from September 2025

He mentored burgeoning artists through his production company Funky Base, Inc.

And Base was the executive producer on the horror film Urban Flesh Eaters, released last year. 

Fans and friends took to the comments of Friday’s Instagram to express their condolences.

Peter Gunz, rapper and Love & Hip-Hop: New York star, wrote, ‘Sad day. Rest well, my brother. See you on the other side.’

DJ and producer Kid Capri commented, ‘WTF?…This is terrible smh.’

He then wrote in an Instagram post, ‘Rest in peace @robbasemusic and Dj Eze Rock!! Spoke with [Rob] a few months ago about clearing a sample, he never said he was sick, always been a good dude! Eze too!’

And a fan shared, ‘RIP Rob Base, I’m lost for words. I just did a video singing “it takes two” on my wedding day(5/15) I will forever play this song until my last breath, that’s how much I loved this song.’ 

Rhapsody Of Realities 23 May 2026: Christ—The Chief Cornerstone

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Rhapsody Of Realities 23 May 2026: Christ—The Chief Cornerstone

Rhapsody Of Realities 23 May 2026 By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy): Christ—The Chief Cornerstone

TOPIC: Christ—The Chief Cornerstone (Rhapsody of Realities 23 May 2026)

…The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes? (Matthew 21:42).

Rhapsody Of Realities For Today’s MESSAGE:

We learnt, in our previous study, one of the clearest truths in Scripture: The Lord Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Church. This is not an idea or a mere concept. In Matthew 21:42, He identified Himself as the stone spoken of in prophecy, the One rejected by the builders yet chosen by God to become the head of the corner.

The Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, also stated this plainly in 1 Corinthians 3:11, “For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” That settles it. The Lord Jesus Christ is the only true foundation. No other foundation can be laid.

This aligns perfectly with the prophecy of Isaiah: “Therefore thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation…” (Isaiah 28:16). God was speaking here about a Person—Christ Jesus, who also quoted the same prophetic words in Psalm 118:22, when He said, “…Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?” (Matthew 21:42).

The rejection of Christ didn’t cancel God’s plan. It fulfilled it. The One they refused became the cornerstone of God’s eternal structure. In Acts chapter 4, the apostles proclaimed this truth boldly and made it unmistakable: “This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner” (Acts 4:11).

This is why the “rock” Jesus spoke of in Matthew 16 is not a revelation, and it’s not Peter. The Scriptures consistently identify Christ as the Rock, the Stone, the Foundation, and the Chief cornerstone. Paul further confirms this in Ephesians 2:20 when he said by the Spirit that we “…are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.”

The stability of the Church is Christ, and those who believe in Him are founded on the Rock, immovable and victorious forever! This is the glory of the Gospel. Hallelujah!

CONFESSION

I’m founded on Christ, the Sure Foundation and Chief Cornerstone of the Church. My faith is anchored on Him alone and my life is built on His unshakable truths. I walk in stability, confidence and victory because I am founded on the Rock, Christ Jesus. Amen!

FURTHER STUDY

1 Peter 2:6-8 (NKJV) Therefore it is also contained in the Scripture, “Behold, I lay in Zion A chief cornerstone, elect, precious, And he who believes on Him will by no means be put to shame.” [7] Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious; but to those who are disobedient, “The stone which the builders rejected Has become the chief cornerstone,” [8] and “A stone of stumbling And a rock of offense.” They stumble, being disobedient to the word, to which they also were appointed.

Isaiah 8:14 (KJV) And he shall be for a sanctuary; but for a stone of stumbling and for a rock of offence to both the houses of Israel, for a gin and for a snare to the inhabitants of Jerusalem.

Psalm 118:22-23 (KJV) The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner. [23] This is the LORD’S doing; it is marvellous in our eyes.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 11:1-16 & 2 Kings 10-12

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Corinthians 11:30-34 & Proverbs 19

DIVINE HEALTH CONFESSIONS – 23ND MAY 2026

Dear Father, I thank You for the glorious life You have given me in Christ Jesus, a life of blessings, excellence, health, and strength. I walk in Your marvelous light, displaying Your virtues to my world. I live above sickness, defeat, and demonic influence because I live in Christ.

Keep saying it, don’t stop talking it! Remember, you can make your way prosperous with words. Get talking today!

Remember to share with all your friends and loved ones today. Thank you and God bless you richly.

Rhapsody of Realities 2026 Devotional was written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.). President of Loveworld Inc. aka Christ Embassy Int’l.

REMINDER!!! JESUS IS COMING SOON

ARE YOU BORN AGAIN? IF NO, WHY NOT ACCEPT JESUS NOW!

Accept Jesus Christ today and secure a life of eternal rest and Glory by saying this short prayer below:






Lord Jesus, I believe you died for my sins, Forgive me of all my iniquities. I accept you as my Lord and Saviour from today and forever.



Come and Be the Lord of my life and I am willing to obey Your command and live according to Your will by Your Grace, Thank you for accepting me into Your fold

AMEN!!! John 6:37…and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.

Experts Alert: Hazardous Conditions Loom Across Several States

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Experts Alert: Hazardous Conditions Loom Across Several States
Large swells across the East Coast have prompted warnings as wet weather continues to linger across parts of NSW and Queensland.

The Sunshine Coast to Coolangatta, extending into northern New South Wales, is bracing for damaging surf conditions today that may lead to coastal erosion. Residents and visitors in these areas should exercise caution.

Concurrently, a hazardous surf warning is in effect, stretching from the Sunshine Coast down to the southern regions of New South Wales. Authorities strongly advise against entering the water under these treacherous conditions.

Dangerous conditions are expected to ease over the weekend.
Dangerous conditions are expected to ease over the weekend. (9News)
The Bureau of Meteorology said that in Queensland, affected areas could include Gold Coast, Maroochydore, Coolangatta, Noosa Heads, Moreton Island and Rainbow Beach.

Communities in New South Wales, including Tweed Heads, Byron Bay, Yamba, Evans Head, Ballina, and Mullumbimby, have been alerted to the potential dangers. The warning comes after a week of persistent rainfall across the eastern part of Australia.

While these perilous surf conditions are predicted to subside over the weekend, forecasts indicate that wet weather will make a return next week, primarily impacting the south-eastern regions.

A deep low in the Tasman Sea is enhancing winds and swells over south east Queensland waters today and during the weekend.
A deep low in the Tasman Sea is enhancing winds and swells over south east Queensland waters today and during the weekend. (9News)

Despite rough conditions easing, damp conditions are expected to resume next week, particularly across the south-east.

Some parts of these states could also be in for thunderstorms, snow and blustery winds.

Conditions in Queensland are expected to clear up over the weekend, with rain becoming a possibility later next week.

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Why Tom Hardy’s Departure from Mobland Season 3 is a Game-Changer for Fans

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Why Tom Hardy’s Departure from Mobland Season 3 is a Game-Changer for Fans



Despite its status as a hit series on Paramount+, “Mobland” has been a hotbed of off-screen drama, enough to keep the gossip mills buzzing. The latest twist in this ongoing saga is the departure of its leading man, Tom Hardy, from the show.


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According to Puck News, Hardy’s contentious relationship with producers Jez Butterworth and David Glasser has significantly affected the production, particularly during the filming of the second season. Reports suggest that Hardy’s issues were not just limited to the producers; he was frequently late to set and vocal about his dissatisfaction. Hardy was reportedly unhappy that the show, initially crafted to focus on his character, had evolved into an ensemble piece featuring other major stars, including the illustrious Dame Helen Mirren. Tensions escalated until Butterworth, fed up with Hardy’s conduct, threatened to step down, leading to Hardy’s dismissal from the series.

While Hardy’s representatives have yet to comment on these reports, it’s challenging to envision a “Mobland” Season 3 without his portrayal of Harry Da Souza. As the central figure of the series, his absence poses a significant challenge in maintaining the show’s appeal and drawing viewers back for more.

The future impact of losing Harry Da Souza, the show’s main character, remains uncertain. With only the first season currently available for audiences, and the second season wrapped up but not yet released, the third season is only in its early planning stages.

The inaugural season of the British crime drama introduced audiences to Da Souza as the go-to fixer for the notorious Harrigan family, embroiled in a fierce rivalry with the Stevenson clan. Harry’s character is marked by his toughness and resourcefulness, qualities that are essential in navigating the treacherous waters of criminal feuds. As Season 1 concludes, a gang war looms, demanding Harry’s brute-force ingenuity and strategic acumen, alongside the complex political maneuvering of other key players.

Mobland only has a single season available so far


Harry Da Souza points a gun down at a victim in

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It’s impossible at the moment to tell how the absence of Harry Da Souza, the primary protagonist, might impact the future of a show like “Mobland.” As of this writing, only Season 1 is available for public consumption, with Season 2 completed and Season 3 in the conceptual stages. 

The British crime drama’s first outing saw Da Souza act as a fixer for the criminal Harrigan family, who are caught in a blood feud with the Stevenson dynasty. Harry is tough, no-nonsense and knows how to get the job done — but neither the Stevensons nor the Harrigans make his life easy. A gang war looms on the horizon by the end of Season 1, requiring brute-force ingenuity from Harry and a whole lot of political maneuvering on the part of everyone else. 

Hardy has a reputation for being difficult to work with, but since Harry is the social glue that holds the show’s universe together, it’s even more perplexing to figure out how the series might replace him. But that’s a problem that a very different “Mobland” fixer will have to work out soon enough.
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