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St. Clair County Resident Receives Sentence for Cyberstalking Charges

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man from St. Clair County, Michael Ray Mullins, has been sentenced to a five-year prison term for charges of cyberstalking, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Catherine L. Crosby.

In December 2025, the 45-year-old admitted guilt to charges of cyberstalking and making interstate threats to kidnap or harm another individual.

The plea agreement details an incident on September 29, 2024, when a police officer from Margaret responded to a domestic violence call in Odenville. The victim, who was Mullins’ former girlfriend, alleged that he threatened her and her children with death. She showed officers bruises on her arm and back, which she said were inflicted by Mullins. Despite being warned not to return, Mullins came back to the house to collect his belongings while law enforcement was still present.

The following day, the victim reported receiving menacing phone calls and texts from Mullins. On October 6, 2024, Mullins made 42 phone calls to her in just 25 minutes, using caller ID blocking tactics at times to conceal his identity. Between September 29 and October 12, 2024, he contacted the victim 367 times by phone and sent her 326 text messages.

Court documents reveal that Mullins has a history of prior convictions related to domestic violence.

The case was investigated by the FBI and the Margaret Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Daniel S. McBrayer prosecuted the case.

Surging Brumby Numbers Threaten Delicate Ecosystems in Renowned National Park

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In brief

  • New estimates reveal the wild horse population in Kosciuszko National Park have surged to as many as 16,411.
  • Aerial culling efforts had been put on hold last year, but will now resume.

Brumby populations have surged dramatically, numbering in the thousands, despite concerted efforts to curb their impact on a renowned alpine national park.

Recent assessments indicate that between 6,476 and 16,411 feral horses are currently inhabiting New South Wales’ Kosciuszko National Park, located near the Victorian border.

The 2025 data released on Friday marks a notable increase from the previous year’s estimates, which had the population ranging from 2,131 to 5,639 horses.

This rise follows the suspension of aerial culling in March 2025 after earlier efforts had successfully reduced the numbers. The practice was halted amid concerns of cruelty, as some horses were reportedly shot and left to suffer.

Advocates for culling argue that the damage caused by these wild horses to the park’s delicate ecosystem is extensive and will persist unless the animals are effectively removed.

A herd of horses on a grassy area. Some are in the water of a small creek.
Feral horses also known as brumbies are seen in the Kosciuszko National Park near Tantangara, Friday, December 3, 2021. (AAP Image/Pool, Alex Ellinghausen) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / Alex Ellinghausen

Under its controversial management plan, the NSW government is working toward a legislated target of less than 3,000 brumbies across the park by mid-2027.

In 2022, when culling began, the number of horses in the park was as high as 23,535, with trapping, rehoming and ground shooting reducing numbers by only a few thousand.

The introduction of aerial culling in late 2023 resulted in a drastic reduction, with more than 6,000 animals shot from helicopters.

‘No one wants to have to kill horses’

Aerial shooting will resume in June, while rehoming of horses from retention areas begins on Friday.

The National Parks and Wildlife Service will also assess plans for a fertility control trial based on global evidence.

Invasive Species Council chief executive Jack Gough said population boom cycles would continue while large populations were allowed to persist.

‘It’s simple biology — feral animals do not stop breeding because control efforts are paused for a year,” he said.

“The consequence of that will be even more horses will need to be culled.”

Gough argued rehoming and fertility control would not meaningfully reduce horse numbers.

“We are dealing with thousands of feral horses across rugged alpine country,” he said.

The council is also calling for the scrapping of retention zones which apply to 32 per cent of the park, introduced under the Kosciuszko Wild Horse Heritage Act.

NSW Environment Minister Penny Sharpe said the latest survey showed much more work was needed to control the population.

“No one wants to have to kill horses. But there are still too many in Kosciuszko National Park,” she said.

“We will use the best available science and take a cautious, evidence-based approach to reach the required population target, in order to protect native vegetation, animals, waterways and cultural values.”


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Long Island Church’s Jesus Statue Restored After Vandalism: Police Step In to Reattach Beheaded Figure

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In a shocking incident, a statue of Jesus outside a Long Island church was beheaded in the dead of night last weekend, but the community’s prayers were answered with the help of local law enforcement.

Deyonna Subert, 41, was arrested Wednesday afternoon and charged with criminal mischief for allegedly decapitating the statue at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in East Islip. Her arrest followed an extensive search conducted by the Suffolk County Police’s Hate Crimes unit.

Authorities suspect that Subert, a resident of Bay Shore, may be dealing with mental health issues and acted out during an episode, according to police sources.

“When you see events like these across the nation—attacks on mosques, rising antisemitism, and anti-Christian acts—it can be disheartening,” remarked Lou Civello, President of the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association, speaking to reporters at the church shortly after the arrest.

Before Subert’s arrest was announced, Civello and the GOOD Foundation, a nonprofit supporting Long Island’s law enforcement, pledged to support the church by donating $1,000 each. This generous contribution is intended to help the church replace the vandalized statue.

“As police officers, we’re tasked with catching the criminals. It’s not often that we get to undo the harm that they have done,” Civello said, handing the giant checks over to St. Mary’s pastor, Anthony Iaconis, shortly after Subert’s arrest.

But despite how outraged and upset Iaconis and his congregants have been over the statue’s desecration — he and other church members told The Post they not only forgive Subert, but pray for her and even said they would love to invite her into the church to make amends. 

“It’s evil,” Pastor Iaconis said about the vandalism. 

“But Christ calls on us to forgive — and that is how peace comes about,” he added. 

Marleni Danesi, who has been attending St. Mary’s for decades, described the vandalism as “sad, but not surprising,” and said she has been praying for Subert.

“You combat hate with love. God cares for all sinners,” Danesi said.

Republican Leader Challenges Trump’s Proposed $1.8B Fund – What’s at Stake?

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A Republican Congressman has vowed to block Donald Trump's $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded payout to his prosecuted MAGA allies, just hours after the President humiliated his journalist fiancée on the tarmac. 'We're gonna try kill it,' Pennsylvania Representative Brian Fitzpatrick told reporters on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, branding the fund 'bad news.' Fitzpatrick's defiance came just hours after Trump skewered his fiancée, Fox News reporter Jacqui Heinrich, 37, ignoring her question about Israel as he boarded Air Force One and instead trashing her husband-to-be as disloyal. 'Her husband votes against me all the time. Can you imagine?' Trump told other reporters gathered at Joint Base Andrews.

Republican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick has pledged to obstruct a hefty $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded settlement intended for allies of former President Donald Trump, following an incident where Trump publicly embarrassed Fitzpatrick’s journalist fiancée. Speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, the Pennsylvania representative labeled the fund as “bad news” and expressed his intention to “try to kill it.” This stance came shortly after Trump dismissed a question from Fitzpatrick’s fiancée, Fox News reporter Jacqui Heinrich, about Israel, instead criticizing Fitzpatrick for perceived disloyalty. “Her husband votes against me all the time. Can you imagine?” Trump remarked to reporters at Joint Base Andrews.

'You know what happens with that, doesn't work out well,' he added, in an apparent nod to the successful primary ouster of Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie. The IRS settled a $10 billion lawsuit on Monday brought by Trump, his sons Don Jr and Eric, and the Trump Organization over the leaking of their tax records. In exchange, the government agreed to create the $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' for MAGA loyalists subjected to 'lawfare' under Biden, and grant Trump and his sons immunity from any unresolved tax audits. Fitzpatrick, 52, told a Meidas Touch reporter on Capitol Hill : 'We're considering legislative options, we're going to write a letter to the AG to start.

Trump added a veiled reference to the political consequences of opposing him, alluding to the primary defeat of Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie. The backdrop to this controversy is a $10 billion lawsuit recently settled by the IRS, involving Trump, his sons Don Jr. and Eric, and the Trump Organization, over leaked tax records. As part of the settlement, a $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization fund” was established for Trump supporters claiming misuse of legal action under the Biden administration. Additionally, Trump and his sons were granted immunity from pending tax audits. Fitzpatrick, 52, revealed to a Meidas Touch reporter on Capitol Hill that they are considering legislative measures and planning to reach out to the Attorney General for further action.

'We're trying to unpack exactly what the legal machinations are - but you can't do that.' Fitzpatrick and his allies are also taking issue with the President granting himself immunity from IRS tax audits as part of the settlement. Asked if he was aware of such an arrangement ever taking place, Fitzpatrick told the reporter: 'I have never heard that before.' He added that it would 'of course' be part of any legislative effort to block the $1.8 billion fund, stating emphatically: 'You can't do that.'

Fitzpatrick and his colleagues are particularly concerned about the immunity from IRS audits included in the settlement. When asked about the uniqueness of such an agreement, Fitzpatrick admitted, “I have never heard that before.” He affirmed that addressing this issue would certainly be part of any legislative strategy to block the proposed $1.8 billion fund, stating firmly, “You can’t do that.”

Heinrich, an award-winning journalist, is known for tough coverage of the Trump administration that has repeatedly drawn the President's ire. Trump branded her 'absolutely terrible' on Truth Social last year and said she 'should be working for CNN, not Fox' after she questioned his display of Tesla vehicles at the White House . The White House was contacted for comment.

Heinrich, an award-winning journalist, is known for tough coverage of the Trump administration that has repeatedly drawn the President’s ire. Trump branded her ‘absolutely terrible’ on Truth Social last year and said she ‘should be working for CNN, not Fox’ after she questioned his display of Tesla vehicles at the White House . The White House was contacted for comment.

Tragic Loss: NASCAR Icon Kyle Busch Passes Away at 41, Motorsport World Mourns

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Kyle Busch, a legendary figure in the NASCAR world, has tragically passed away at the age of 41. The revered driver, known for his impressive achievements on the track, succumbed to an unexpected illness on Thursday, just hours after being hospitalized.

A native of Las Vegas, Busch leaves behind his wife, Samantha, and their two children, Brexton, aged 11, and Lennix, aged four. The family had recently celebrated Brexton’s birthday, a moment now bittersweet in the wake of his untimely death.

Throughout his illustrious 24-year career, Busch competed in over 760 races and claimed the Cup Series championship twice. His sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the NASCAR community and beyond, as fans and colleagues alike remember his contributions to the sport.

While the exact cause of his death remains unknown, the racing world is united in mourning. NASCAR released a heartfelt statement on behalf of Busch’s family and his team, Richard Childress Racing, expressing profound sorrow at his loss. “Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch,” the statement read, capturing the sentiment felt by many.

‘Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch,’ NASCAR shared in a statement on behalf of Busch’s family and his team, Richard Childress Racing. 

‘A future Hall of Famer, Kyle was a rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation. He was fierce, he was passionate, he was immensely skilled and he cared deeply about the sport and fans. 

NASCAR driver Kyle Busch has died at the age of 41 shortly after being hospitalized

Busch is survived by his wife, Samantha, and son Brexton, who celebrated his 11th birthday just three days ago, and daughter Lennix, four. Pictured in 2023

Busch is survived by his wife, Samantha, and son Brexton, who celebrated his 11th birthday just three days ago, and daughter Lennix, four. Pictured in 2023

The two-time Cup Series champion was hospitalized just hours before his death. Busch is pictured with his wife Samantha at the 2023 NASCASR Awards in Nashville

The two-time Cup Series champion was hospitalized just hours before his death. Busch is pictured with his wife Samantha at the 2023 NASCASR Awards in Nashville

‘Throughout a career that spanned more than two decades, Kyle set records in national series wins, won championships at NASCAR’s highest level and fostered the next generation of drivers as an owner in the Truck Series. His sharp wit and competitive spirit sparked a deep emotional connection with race fans of every age, creating the proud and loyal ‘Rowdy Nation. 

‘Our thoughts are with Samantha, Brexton and Lennix, Kyle and Samantha’s parents, Kurt and all of Kyle’s family, Richard and Judy Childress, everyone at Richard Childress Racing, his teammates, friends and fans.

‘NASCAR lost a giant of the sport today, far too soon. During this incredibly difficult time, we ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy and continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers.’ 

The heartbreaking news of Busch’s sudden passing rocked the racing world on Thursday evening.  

His former team, Joe Gibbs Racing, led the tributes, sharing: ‘Our hearts are broken for Samantha, Brexton, Lennix, and the entire Busch family. Kyle was a fierce competitor, an incredible teammate, and, far more importantly, a devoted husband, father, and son. His impact on our organization and on the sport of NASCAR will never be forgotten.

‘During this unimaginable time, everyone at Joe Gibbs Racing and the Gibbs family are lifting the Busch family up in prayer.’ 

‘Absolute shock. Very hard to process,’ veteran NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski posted on social media.

The Las Vegas native won championships in 2015 and 2019 with Joe Gibbs Racing

The Las Vegas native won championships in 2015 and 2019 with Joe Gibbs Racing

Busch and his wife Samantha had been embraced by Trump for their work promoting IVF

Busch and his wife Samantha had been embraced by Trump for their work promoting IVF

The family celebrated Brexton's 11th birthday just three days before Busch's passing

The family celebrated Brexton’s 11th birthday just three days before Busch’s passing

NASCAR driver and former teammate Denny Hamlin posted on social media: ‘Absolutely cannot comprehend this news. We just need to think of his family during this time. We love you KB.’ 

‘What the hell? Awful out of nowhere news. RIP Rowdy,’ Barstool chief Dave Portnoy added.  

It emerged earlier on Thursday that Busch had been pulled from this weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, where he would be replaced by Austin Hill for his team Richard Childress Racing.

No further details of Busch’s condition were shared at the time. However, his hospitalization came less than two weeks after he made a mid-race request for medical aid. 

During a Cup Series race on May 10 at Watkins Glen, Busch radioed in to his crew requesting medical aid from Dr. Bill Heisel and a ‘shot’ after the race. 

According to the TV broadcast, Busch had been struggling with a sinus cold that was exacerbated by the intense G-forces and elevation changes at the Upstate New York road course. Busch continued to race and finished eighth.

Brushing off the incident, Busch went on to claim his record fifth NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series trophy days later on May 15. Following his death, which came six days after the victory, a heartbreaking clip of Busch’s post-race interview resurfaced. 

After earning his 69th career Trucks Series race win with the triumph at Dover, Busch was asked how many races he wanted to win in his career before he stops racing.

‘You take whatever you can get, man,’ Busch said. ‘You never know when the last one is going to be, so cherish them all – trust me.’

Busch celebrates  after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series ECOSAVE 200 on May 15

Busch celebrates  after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series ECOSAVE 200 on May 15

Samantha Busch was invited to the White House by Donald Trump following her campaign efforts to make in vitro fertilization more affordable. The influencer is pictured in 2023

Samantha Busch was invited to the White House by Donald Trump following her campaign efforts to make in vitro fertilization more affordable. The influencer is pictured in 2023

Busch, the younger brother of NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch, ranked 24th in the Cup Series standings, with two top-10 finishes in 12 races this season. 

The Las Vegas native won championships in 2015 and 2019 with Joe Gibbs Racing and was in the midst of his fourth season at Richard Childress Racing when he suddenly fell ill. 

His last win came in 2023, which marked his first with RCR. The victory took his total to 234 wins in races across the sport’s three national series, more than any driver in history.

He has won 63 Cup Series races, including the 2018 Coca-Cola 600.

Away from the track, Busch and his wife have publicly campaigned to make in vitro fertilization more accessible. 

The couple, who welcomed both their children through IVF, ran the Bundle of Joy Fund, which attempts to help families remove the financial burdens of getting fertility treatments. 

Their efforts attracted the attention of Donald Trump, who invited Samantha to the White House last year to discuss the president’s efforts to lower the cost of treatments. 

Known as ‘Rowdy’ and ‘Wild Thing’, Busch had become a polarizing figure in the sport thanks to his post-race fights and feuds with fellow drivers.

Busch drinks champagne after winning the Nationwide series championship in 2009

Busch drinks champagne after winning the Nationwide series championship in 2009 

Busch (No 8) radioed in to his crew requesting medical aid during a race on May 10

Busch (No 8) radioed in to his crew requesting medical aid during a race on May 10 

Busch celebrates his 2010 win in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series' Autism Speaks 400 auto race

Busch celebrates his 2010 win in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series’ Autism Speaks 400 auto race

His most recent spat came when former Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Hamlin appeared to criticize Busch over his recent lack of success on the Actions Detrimental podcast.

Hamlin said: ‘If you’re expecting Kyle Busch to just go back to Victory Lane on a regular basis, you are kidding yourselves.’

While Hamlin later said he meant no harm by the comments and was just making an observation, Busch took exception and said he could make Hamlin´s life ‘hell’ on the racetrack.

While several laps down at last month´s race at Kansas, Busch raced Hamlin hard instead of allowing the race leader to pass. That decision held up Hamlin during a crucial stage of the race.

Tyler Reddick wound up winning the race after Hamlin faded late, finishing fourth despite a race-leading 131 laps.

Suspected Burglar Rescued After Being Trapped in Wall for 10 Hours Following Failed Break-In Attempt

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Sunday morning in California, law enforcement officers came to the aid of a suspected burglar who had been trapped within the walls of a business for approximately 10 hours following a failed break-in attempt.

The individual, identified as Isaac Valencia, was subsequently taken into custody and booked into jail, according to a statement released by the Salinas Police Department on Monday.

Local news outlet KSBW reported that Valencia, aged 29, allegedly fell at least 22 feet after attempting to enter through the roof of a nearby theater around 9 p.m. on Saturday night.

The unusual predicament came to light when officers stationed at a nearby coffee shop heard muted cries for help, as detailed by the police.

In a related incident, firefighters recently had to dismantle a playground slide to free a 40-year-old man who found himself stuck inside.

Salinas Police Department/Facebook

Rescue crews tear through a storefront structure in Salinas, California, on May 17, 2026, after overnight officers heard faint cries for help. (Firefighter breaching wall)

Video shared by SPD shows Salinas Fire crews tearing through the walls in an effort to reach and rescue the man. 

According to police, the incident began as officers were nearing the end of their overnight shift and stopped inside Brewjee Coffee Co for a morning coffee.

While inside, they reportedly heard “faint calls for help coming from somewhere nearby.”

FAMILY MAKES TERRIFYING DISCOVERY IN BASEMENT FOLLOWING GROWING SUSPICIONS

At first, the source was difficult to locate, police said. Employees also noted they heard similar noises earlier, but it had suddenly stopped.

Officers then searched outside the entrance,where the trail of sound led to what they described as “yelling” coming from inside a wall between the coffee shop and the adjacent theater.

The Salinas Fire Department responded and began cutting through multiple sections of the structure in an effort to locate and rescue the man.

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A Salinas firefighter cuts into an exterior wall to rescue a suspected burglar trapped inside a business in Salinas, California, on May 17, 2026. (Firefighter cutting exterior wall)

During an initial attempt to breach the coffee shop wall, crews reportedly encountered a layer of cinderblock and cement behind it.

Firefighters ultimately shifted to the adjoining exterior wall, cutting through a large section to free Valencia.  

The man was medically evaluated at the scene before being booked into the Monterey County Jail on burglary charges. His bail was set at $10,000, according to KSBW.

The rescue operation lasted roughly two and a half hours, the outlet reported.

Firefighters standing near ladder

First responders gather outside a Salinas, California, establishment on May 17, 2026, where a man was trapped for 10 hours after a reported failed break-in. (Salinas Police Department/Facebook)

Police praised responding officers for continuing to investigate despite how minor the situation initially appeared.

“Most people probably would have chalked it up to the building making noise. These officers did not. The officers continued checking the area, including the nearby Maya Cinemas offices,” SPD said.

Meet the Stars: Complete Character Guide for Netflix’s ‘The Boroughs’ by The Duffer Brothers

Prepare to be charmed by the characters of The Boroughs!

Just half a year after bidding farewell to Stranger Things, Netflix and The Duffer Brothers are teaming up once more, this time to introduce a new series set in the desert featuring a seasoned cast. This impressive ensemble includes renowned actors such as Alfred Molina, Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, and Bill Pullman, among others.

According to Netflix, the series revolves around a seemingly idyllic retirement community where a group of unlikely heroes must unite to thwart a supernatural menace threatening to rob them of their most precious asset—time.

Although the Duffer Brothers are not the creators but serve as executive producers, their signature style is evident. The show features a diverse group coming together, sci-fi elements, and a vibe that suggests it might become a sensation overnight. With such a large cast, keeping track of everyone could be challenging. But don’t worry; we’re here to guide you through the characters and cast of The Boroughs Season 1.

Sam Cooper (Alfred Molina)

Alfred Molina as Sam Cooper in 'The Boroughs'
Photo: Netflix

Meet Sam, a recently widowed and retired engineer who finds himself reluctantly settling into The Boroughs after his wife’s passing. Bound by his contract, he cannot leave the community. Initially grumpy and hesitant to fit in, Sam becomes suspicious when he moves into the home of a mysteriously deceased former resident.

Jack (Bill Pullman)

Bill Pullman as Jack in 'The Boroughs'
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Sam’s chatty and well-meaning neighbor who has a hard time establishing boundaries. Jack is the first person to genuinely welcome Sam to the neighborhood and try to become friends, even throwing him a welcome party to help him meet other residents.

Renee (Geena Davis)

Geena Davis as Renee in 'The Boroughs'
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An art teacher at The Boroughs community center and a neighbor of Sam’s. One of the more free-spirited members of the community, Renee is a retired tour manager and music professional who still has a taste for creative expression.

Wally (Denis O’Hare)

Denis O'Hare as Wally in 'The Boroughs'
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A retired doctor and scientist who is trying desperately to find a way to save himself as he is running out of time in his fight against an illness.

Judy (Alfre Woodard)

Alfre Woodard as Judy in 'The Boroughs'
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A former investigative reporter and neighbor of Sam’s who is hiding a major secret about the goings on in the cul-de-sac. Judy is married to Art (Clarke Peters).

Art (Clarke Peters)

Clarke Peters as Art in 'The Boroughs'
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The Wire alum plays Judy’s husband of several decades and Sam’s neighbor. Lacking a job, Art takes to blazing up every day, which makes him an unreliable source as someone who may or may not see supernatural forces running amok in the neighborhood.

Paz (Carlos Miranda)

Carlos Miranda as Paz in 'The Boroughs'
Photo: Netflix

A new security guard at The Boroughs, Paz is not hardened to the average issues that the elderly residents experience and therefore takes their concerns seriously. His genuine care catches Renee’s eye.

Blaine Shaw (Seth Numrich)

Seth Numrich as Blaine Shaw in 'The Boroughs'
Photo: Netflix

The suspicious CEO of The Boroughs who tries to convince Sam that the community is a safe, fun, and happy place to spend the rest of his days.

Anneliese Shaw (Alice Kremelberg)

Alice Kremelberg as Anneliese in 'The Boroughs'
Photo: Netflix

Blaine’s quiet and reserved wife, who takes her role as First Woman of The Boroughs seriously.

Netflix offers three subscription plans to fit your streaming needs. The plans start at $7.99/month for standard with ads and go up to $24.99/month for unlimited ad-free streaming in up to 4K UHD quality.

All eight episodes of The Boroughs are currently streaming on Netflix.

Leading Ladies of ‘The Odyssey’ Embrace Elemental Glamour for Stunning Elle Magazine Covers

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The star-studded cast of “The Odyssey” is leaving no stone unturned in promoting the Christopher Nolan epic, gracing the covers of Elle magazine in a series of stunning photo shoots.

Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron each took center stage for their individual covers, embodying the elements of water, earth, fire, and air, respectively. These breathtaking covers were a result of the creative styling by Law Roach and the artistic lens of photographer Norman Jean Roy.

Anne Hathaway embraced the element of water, featuring on her cover in a sleek Fendi bodysuit against the backdrop of a simulated rainfall. Her shoot continued with dramatic imagery, including shots of her submerged in a pool, donning a soaked Saint Laurent dress, and posing elegantly beneath a waterfall in a plunging Mugler dress. She also made a splash in a Giorgio Armani black bodysuit, fully capturing the fluidity and power of water.

These covers serve not only as a promotional tool for the film but also highlight the versatility and allure of these leading actresses, each bringing their unique flair to the elements they represent. The collaboration between the actresses, stylist, and photographer underscores the artistry that echoes the epic narrative of “The Odyssey.”

More pics from her shoot included her lying in a pool of water in a soaking wet Saint Laurent dress, her posing in a waterfall in a plunging Mugler dress and her splashing around in a Giorgio Armani black bodysuit.

In the accompanying article, Hathaway talked about working with Nolan again 12 years after 2014’s “Interstellar.”

“And because I’ve worked so hard in the last dozen years, both as a person and as an actor, I was excited to show him what I’ve been up to,” she said.

Hathaway plays Penelope in the film, the queen of Ithaca.

“We think about Penelope as a model of patience,” she said of her role. “But I was interested in the raw edge of her. I was interested in the fury, the emotion, and the passion that she would have had to ride for him for those 20 years.”

Zendaya plays Athena, the goddess of wisdom, and for her magazine cover, she wasn’t afraid to get dirty for the Earth theme. The actress wore a textured Louis Vuitton top while lying in a field, with dirt smudges on her body.

More pics included her posing with her arms up in a beaded Balmain dress, as well as lying seductively on the ground in an Acne Studios crop top and jeans.

Zendaya noted that playing Athena made sense for her given she’s been called an old soul since she was a child, which she attributed to spending a lot of time with her parents and grandmother growing up. She’s also been acting since she was a child.

The former Disney Channel star made a rare comment about working with her longtime love, Tom Holland, on “The Odyssey” (he plays Telemachus, the prince of Ithaca), though they didn’t have scenes together. She also reunited with him for “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” which comes out July 31.

“I could have cried, I was so proud,” she said of watching Holland on set of “The Odyssey.”

“And then ‘Spider-Man’ was a dream; I get to go to work every day with my best friend, the person that I love,” she continued. “We bring our dogs to work; it’s like a family affair. We grew up on those movies! It’s like coming home.”

As for Nyong’o, her striking Elle cover features her posing in a dazzling red sequin Chanel dress as a fire rages behind her. More pics included her running through fire in a red Sportmax dress, and her showing off her toned figure in a black Chanel bra and matching briefs.

Nyong’o addressed some of the racist criticism she’s faced for being cast as Helen of Troy, “the face that launched a thousand ships.”

“I’m very supportive of Chris’s intention with it and with the version of this story that he is telling,” she responded. “Our cast is representative of the world. I’m not spending my time thinking of a defense. The criticism will exist whether I engage with it or not.”

“This is a mythological story,” she also pointed out.

Theron rounds out the four covers, serving face in a feathery Mugler top with her blond curls styled to appear windblown.

The statuesque actress, who plays sea nymph Calypso in “The Odyssey,” nailed the windy theme of her shoot, looking ethereal in the gray-tinged photos.

Theron said she loved playing one of the lesser-known characters in the film.

“I was given a chance to do something that I haven’t had a ton of opportunity to do, because she’s a little bit of everything. That’s what’s so beautiful about her,” she said. “And a lot of people on their own cast me in this movie, and they cast me very differently.”

“It was a real opportunity that Chris gave me to do something that didn’t feel like typecasting,” she continued.

Theron later made a rare comment about her daughters — Jackson, 14, and August, 11.

“They both have really big, good hearts. It’s not necessarily through my work, but I can tell that they’re thinking outside of their own bubble, and that to me feels good as a mom,” she said.

Her advice to them, she revealed, is just to be themselves.

“It’s so much harder for girls these days, I think, than when I was a teenager,” she noted. “When they get lost in it, I remind them they’re such powerhouses. They just need to remember that. Stay there. That’s probably the daily thing I remind them of—and to unload the dishwasher.”

Nolan told Empire in November that he “shot over two million feet of film” for “The Odyssey,” which took 91 days to shoot. The star-studded cast also includes Matt Damon, Robert Pattinson, Elliot Page, Jon Bernthal and more.

The film is set to hit theaters July 17.

Trump Faces Party Rift as $1.8 Billion Fund Controversy Cancels Crisis Summit

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Donald Trump’s once firm control over the Republican Party appears to be unraveling before our eyes.

A planned high-profile meeting at the White House, which was to include Speaker Mike Johnson and leading GOP figures, was unexpectedly called off on Thursday. This cancellation followed a significant backlash from within Trump’s own party against his proposed $1.8 billion fund, which critics have labeled a “slush fund” intended for January 6 rioters.

In a bold move, Johnson reportedly declined the opportunity to meet with Trump, marking a significant break from a leader who has consistently been one of the President’s staunchest allies in Congress.

The purpose of the meeting was to attempt a last-ditch effort to push forward a stalled $70 billion immigration enforcement bill. This legislation is vital for the administration’s plans to sustain its deportation efforts through 2029.

However, the atmosphere turned tense as senators emerged from a private meeting with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, effectively deeming the bill dead for the remainder of the week.

Even Trump’s most loyal foot soldiers, including Alabama’s Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, broke ranks to confront Blanche over the prospect of taxpayer money flowing to rioters who wounded police officers at the Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune pulled the plug on the votes by sending lawmakers home until June 1, missing Trump’s deadline.

Thune told reporters the White House ‘need to help with this issue, because we have a lot of members who are concerned.’ 

A high-stakes White House summit with Speaker Mike Johnson and top GOP leaders was abruptly cancelled Thursday amid a deepening rift between the President and his own party over a $1.8 billion fund critics are openly denouncing as a 'slush fund'

A high-stakes White House summit with Speaker Mike Johnson and top GOP leaders was abruptly cancelled Thursday amid a deepening rift between the President and his own party over a $1.8 billion fund critics are openly denouncing as a ‘slush fund’

The vast majority of Senate Republicans, including normally reliable Trump loyalists like Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, confronted Blanche with grave concerns that the fund could funnel taxpayer money to rioters who assaulted police officers on January 6 , 2021

The vast majority of Senate Republicans, including normally reliable Trump loyalists like Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, confronted Blanche with grave concerns that the fund could funnel taxpayer money to rioters who assaulted police officers on January 6 , 2021

Senate Majority Leader John Thune pulled the plug on the votes by sending lawmakers home until June 1

Senate Majority Leader John Thune pulled the plug on the votes by sending lawmakers home until June 1

A high-stakes White House summit with Speaker Mike Johnson and top GOP leaders was abruptly cancelled Thursday amid a deepening rift between the President and his own party

A high-stakes White House summit with Speaker Mike Johnson and top GOP leaders was abruptly cancelled Thursday amid a deepening rift between the President and his own party

Thune’s public break is officially tied to the uproar over Trump’s so-called ‘slush fund’ to reward political allies who claim the Biden Justice Department targeted them.

But privately, sources say the majority leader is seething over Trump’s decision earlier this week to endorse Ken Paxton over Thune’s close ally, John Cornyn, in the Texas Senate GOP primary. 

When asked if he was losing control of Senate Republican in the Oval Office earlier Thursday, Trump responded: ‘I really don’t know. I can tell you I only do what’s right.’

More than half of Senate Republicans privately raised concerns about the fund in the meeting with Blanche, including many who have yet to speak out publicly, sources familiar with the session said. 

The fund had dropped like ‘a bomb in the middle of a pretty well planned out reconciliation bill,’ Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski told reporters.

‘Do you really think that the American people like the president suing himself, basically, then making a deal that benefits himself with a broad immunity, for not just for IRS dealings but anything else?’ said out-going Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy.

Utah Senator John Curtis said flatly: ‘I don’t like the fund at all.’ 

North Carolina’s Thom Tillis branded it a ‘payout pot for punks.’

Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin told CNN: ‘Somebody described it as a galactic blunder, and I think that’s probably true.’

Earlier this week, the Justice Department resolved a $10 billion lawsuit the President had brought against the agency by establishing a $1.8 billion fund for his political allies.

It was created to issue formal apologies and monetary relief owed to claimants who were subjected to ‘lawfare’ under the Biden administration.

More than 1,600 January 6 defendants pardoned by Trump are eligible to receive payments from the fund.

Two police officers who defended the US Capitol during the 2021 riot have sued Trump in a Washington, DC, district court to block the fund.

The GOP Senate majority leader is seething over Trump's decision earlier this week to endorse Ken Paxton over Thune's close ally, John Cornyn, in the Texas Senate GOP primary

The GOP Senate majority leader is seething over Trump’s decision earlier this week to endorse Ken Paxton over Thune’s close ally, John Cornyn, in the Texas Senate GOP primary

Five commissioners will be appointed to oversee the fund and disburse payments to those seeking redress for alleged political persecution under Biden. Trump will have the power to remove those commissioners.

Republican frustration is boiling over not just at the $1.8 billion payout, but also at the extraordinary side deal granting Trump and his sons immunity from IRS tax audits.

Pennsylvania Representative Brian Fitzpatrick said he had ‘never heard’ of such an arrangement before, and vowed it would ‘of course’ be targeted in any legislative effort to kill the fund.

‘You can’t do that,’ the Republican told reporters on Wednesday.

The GOP backlash over Trump’s ‘slush fund’ comes alongside mounting Republican unease about his $1 billion request for White House security upgrades tied to his planned ballroom.

‘I know my constituents, and I’m sure many other representatives’ constituents do not want taxpayer money going to a ballroom,’ said Fitzpatrick. 

College Students Allegedly Transform Popular Beach Town into Chaotic Party Scene

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Four college students have been charged with orchestrating a series of disruptive “takeover” events at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware, according to police reports.

The Rehoboth Beach Police Department has verified that these gatherings overwhelmed the beach and boardwalk area on Tuesday, sparked by an online advertisement for the unsanctioned event.

These events reportedly involved underage drinking and the use of illegal substances, which led to an increased police presence and several arrests.

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mug shot for suspected accused of starting beach takeover

Keyon Scott, a 22-year-old from Dover, Delaware, has been identified by authorities as a primary organizer of the beach takeover.

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Delaware State University Students 19-year-old Xander Nicholl, 21-year-old Angelin Clauvil, 21-year-old Eric Barnett and 22-year-old Keyon Scott are all facing charges relating to facilitating a riot, as well as conspiracy in the second degree.

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People pack the beach at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. (AP Photo/Mingson Lau)

“The University is aware of the matter involving individuals identified by the Rehoboth Beach Police Department,” a spokesperson at Delaware State University said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “As this is an active law enforcement matter unrelated to University operations, we will refer all questions to the Rehoboth Beach Police Department and decline further comment at this time.”

In a statement posted on social media, the police department said, “With minimal advance notice, an increased officer presence was on scene for the early hours. As the event grew, additional resources from the area.”

The agency went on to say, “Police responded to growing concerns over the safety of people and property.”

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Angelin Clauvil, 21, of Milford, Delaware, is accused of starting a beach takeover. (Rehoboth Beach Police Department)

Police said this is not the first time the group has promoted takeover events in Rehoboth Beach, which is a popular destination less than 150 miles from Baltimore, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.

The popular beach resort town has seen four prior unlawful gatherings of this type since April.

“At this time, there is no known danger to the public and we will continue to monitor future events to ensure the safety of our residents, visitors, business owners, employees, and their property,” Rehoboth Beach Police Dept. Lt. Mark Sweet said in a statement sent to Fox News Digital. “We will take the necessary actions to keep the peace and good order of the City of Rehoboth Beach so that all may enjoy everything the City has to offer.”

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Xander Nicholl, 19, of Philadelphia, Pennslvania, was arrested for organizing a beach takeover. (Rehoboth Beach Police Department)

As it stands, three suspects have so far turned themselves in with one still at large. Clauvil, Nicholl, and Scott were arraigned and released on their own recognizance, with Barnett still at large.  Police say there is no active search for Barnett at this time.

In a statement sent to Fox News Digital, Rehoboth Beach City Manager Taylour Tedder said:

“While the Rehoboth Beach Police Department is handling all details and inquiries regarding Tuesday’s takeover, I want to commend them for their professionalism and strong response. We are extremely proud of our police department and grateful for their ongoing commitment to keeping Rehoboth Beach safe – not just on Tuesday, but every day. The department recently earned its state accreditation, continues to demonstrate exceptional leadership and staffing, and now has a new group of trained seasonal officers. Rehoboth Beach is safe and open for business this Memorial Day Weekend and throughout the year.”

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