Deandre Ayton’s night came to an abrupt end during Game 4 between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center.

The incident occurred midway through the third quarter when Ayton inadvertently struck Alperen Sengun in the face with his left elbow. The referees immediately called a foul and proceeded to review the play. Initially, it seemed like a clear case for a flagrant one foul due to the hard and somewhat reckless nature of the contact. However, after several minutes of deliberation, the officials upgraded it to a flagrant two foul, leading to Ayton’s ejection from the game.

In their assessment, the referees concluded that Ayton’s elbow was not merely careless but carried an element of intent, warranting the harsher penalty. Ayton, along with several of his Lakers teammates, appeared taken aback by the ruling, insisting to the officials that the contact was unintentional.

A woman from New York has been found guilty after she allegedly hurled a homemade dynamite stick at her sleeping boyfriend, resulting in the loss of his hand as he tried to dispose of the explosive device.

The jury convicted 35-year-old Keyonna Waddell from Deer Park, Long Island, on charges of first-degree assault and first-degree criminal possession of a weapon related to the incident that occurred in March 2024.

The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office reported that in the months leading up to the attack, Waddell had repeatedly threatened the victim with dynamite.

Keyonna Waddell, 35, was found guilty by a jury on Friday of first-degree assault and first-degree criminal possession of a weapon. (Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office)

“This case highlights the perilous nature of domestic violence, emphasizing how quickly situations can escalate to lethal outcomes,” stated Raymond Tierney, the Suffolk County District Attorney, in an official release.

On March 22, 2024, Waddell and her boyfriend were involved in an argument inside his apartment, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office.

After the dispute, the man left the apartment and told Waddell to leave. When he arrived back home, Waddell did not appear to be there, and he went to sleep.

Keyonna Waddell had threatened the victim with dynamite several times in the months leading up to the incident, prosecutors said. (Getty Images)

He was later woken up by a hissing sound and noticed a flame on the floor of his bedroom. He then realized that a stick of dynamite had been thrown into his bedroom and attempted to toss the explosive device out of the window, but it detonated and blew off most of his hand before he was able to throw it out of harm’s way.

The victim then ran out of his home to the driveway, at which point he saw Waddell running away.

He was subsequently rushed to the hospital, where the remainder of his hand and part of his arm were amputated.

The victim had the remainder of his hand and part of his arm amputated. (Suffolk County Police Department)

Waddell was arrested the following day, officials said. Her sentencing is scheduled for May 27, and she could face up to 25 years in prison.

“Thanks to the outstanding work of our prosecutors and the Suffolk County Police Department, a dangerous individual has been held accountable and will face a lengthy prison sentence for this horrific act,” Tierney said in his statement.

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Speculation about what treasures might be concealed beneath the Vatican has been reignited by fresh assertions that its hidden vaults could house relics from biblical times.

Known officially as the Apostolic Archive, the Vatican Secret Archive has long been the subject of intrigue, with many suggesting it contains sacred artifacts related to the Bible, shielded from the public eye.

This subterranean storehouse, which encompasses approximately 53 miles of shelving and spans over 1,200 years of history, is among the most meticulously guarded collections globally.

However, there’s a belief among some that these vaults hold more than just ancient documents. AJ Gentile, who hosts The Why Files, recently suggested that the fabled Ark of the Covenant and the Spear of Destiny might be among the items hidden there.

The Ark, according to biblical accounts, was crafted to house the Ten Commandments given to Moses, while the Spear of Destiny is said to be the weapon that pierced Jesus during his crucifixion.

The secrecy surrounding the archives, including waiting periods that can stretch more than a decade, has only fueled speculation about what else might be hidden behind locked doors.

While many of the claims remain unverified, renewed interest in the Vatican’s hidden collection has reignited debate about whether history’s most sacred relics could still exist today.

Speaking on the Shawn Ryan Show, Gentile described the archives as a place few outsiders can truly access.

Rumors about what lies hidden beneath the Vatican have resurfaced after renewed claims that its secret vaults could contain relics tied to biblical histor

‘You can’t go there. I mean, people can go to the Vatican archives. You have to get permission, [which] is like a 10 to 15 year wait, and you have to tell them what you want to see before you go,’ Gentile explained.

Access to the archives is highly restricted, requiring scholars to apply years in advance, submit detailed research proposals and review materials under strict supervision without directly handling original documents.

‘So, and while you’re there, you can’t touch anything. Someone will turn the pages for you and all that,’ said Gentile.

Among the most widely discussed claims is the possibility that the vaults contain legendary religious artifacts tied to biblical history.

‘But, rumored to be down there is the spear of destiny. The Ark of the Covenant is supposed to be down there,’ Gentile said.

Rumors that the AOC may be hidden within Vatican custody have circulated for decades, fueled largely by the Church’s vast relic collections and the restricted nature of its archival system, with some theories suggesting the relic was moved through Europe during the Crusades to protect it from invasion or destruction.

According to the Bible, the AOC was built by the Israelites shortly after they fled Egypt around the 13th century BC.

Some historians believe the Ark was originally kept inside the Holy of Holies, the innermost chamber of the ancient Temple of Jerusalem, before disappearing during the Babylonian sack of Jerusalem in 586 BC.

Rumors that the Ark of the Covenant may be hidden within Vatican custody have circulated for decades, fueled largely by the Church’s vast relic collections and the restricted nature of its archival system. Pictured is a recreation based on text in the Bible

 The Spear of  Destiny is believed in Christian tradition to be the weapon used to pierce Jesus during the crucifixion

The SOD, also known as the Holy Lance, is believed in Christian tradition to be the weapon used to pierce Jesus during the crucifixion.

‘That is the spear of destiny or the holy lance, which was with the Roman soldier who pierced Christ when he was on the cross,’ Gentile explained.

One of the earliest sources of the spear legend dates back to the medieval Crusades, when multiple groups claimed to have discovered the weapon used in the crucifixion of Jesus.

During the Siege of Antioch in 1098, a monk named Peter Bartholomew claimed he had visions revealing the spear’s location beneath a church floor.

Although a spear was reportedly found, many doubted its authenticity even at the time.

This uncertainty created the belief that the ‘real’ spear might have been hidden or moved, laying the groundwork for later speculation that it could be concealed in powerful religious centers like the Vatican.

Speculation about hidden relics was also fueled by wartime accounts that Nazi forces actively searched across occupied Europe for sacred artifacts believed to hold symbolic or mystical power.

During World War II, organizations such as Heinrich Himmler’s SS-linked research group, the Ahnenerbe, investigated ancient relics and historical sites, including churches, monasteries and cathedrals, in hopes of locating objects tied to biblical or legendary traditions.

‘That was something that Hitler was very interested in finding. Hitler was chasing these artifacts all over the place,’ said Gentile.

Historians say many treasures were hidden, relocated or looted during the chaos of the war, helping create enduring rumors that some sacred relics, including those linked to Christian history, may have been secretly safeguarded by institutions such as the Vatican.

Stretching across roughly 53 miles of shelving and holding more than 12 centuries of records, the underground repository is one of the most tightly controlled collections in the world

Among the most unusual claims discussed is the existence of a mysterious device said to allow people to view past events.

‘My favorite object that’s supposed to be down there is called a chronovisor. And this is an object that lets you see through time,’ Gentile said.

The chronovisor is a legendary, unproven device allegedly developed in the 1950s by Father Pellegrino Ernetti, a priest and physicist who claimed it could capture residual vibrations left behind by past events.

‘And what really put it on the map was that he took a picture of Christ’s crucifixion and released it. And it’s a wild photograph because it’s Jesus Christ on the cross,’ Gentile said.

However, later investigations suggested the image more closely resembled a photograph of a statue rather than an authentic historical moment.

‘And it turned out that that’s really what it was was he had this photograph that he said he saw Christ, but it was just his photograph of the statue,’ Gentile said.

Despite the lack of confirmed evidence supporting the device’s existence, the legend continues to circulate among researchers and conspiracy theorists alike.

‘So the chronovisor is just this legend,’ Gentile concluded.

Cole Allen, charged with being the gunman at the White House Correspondents Dinner, identified himself as part of “The Wide Awakes,” a progressive collective with roots that stretch back to Civil War-era abolitionists. Despite the serious allegations against Allen, the group is known for its commitment to nonviolence.

Originally formed during the 1860 presidential election, the Wide Awakes were a band of anti-slavery supporters backing Abraham Lincoln. These original members were recognized for their distinctive costumes and lively demonstrations, staging vibrant spectacles in New York and across the northern United States as the nation teetered on the brink of civil conflict.

In today’s context, The Wide Awakes have no formal ties to their historic predecessors. Revitalized in 2020 by a collective of artists, the modern incarnation aims to echo the spirit of the original group through creative expression. They employ similar strategies, crafting colorful costumes to wear during marches and advocacy events in urban settings.

Since its rebirth, the group has expanded into a loosely-knit coalition of individuals who bring a sense of style and playfulness to political gatherings. Their approach continues to capture attention, blending artistic flair with activism in a unique and engaging manner.

But the group has since grown, and is now a loosely organized collection of like-minded people who continue bringing style and a sense of fun to political events.

“We are infinite, disruptive, enlightened, visionary, accountable,” a Wide Awakes website reads. “We want the radical complexity of diversity. We believe creative liberation is a game and all of us can play now and forever.”

“We can emancipate ourselves without violence,” the website adds. “We don’t need to be told what to believe or how to engage, we just need to be inspired to question what’s there. Broadening perspective yields a safer world.”

And it seems anybody can join — the group invites anyone to put on their own events or create art in their name.

“Call on local DJs, Musicians, Speakers, Organizers, and Artists to plan a joyous community gathering,” are some of the suggested ways to participate listed on the group’s website.

It’s unclear if the group has any centralized organization anymore.

Exactly how Allen was affiliated with the group also remains unclear. Officials only revealed that he considered himself to be a member.

The shooting suspect participated in the nationwide anti-Trump “No Kings” marches in March, though it’s unknown if he did so with any affiliation to The Wide Awakes.

Allen’s sister also told investigators that he frequently espoused radical political ideas and talked about wanting to do “something” to fix the world.

He was also an avid user of Blue Sky — a liberal iteration of X — where he’d made more than 1,000 posts, many of which railed on President Trump and Republicans.

Allen also allegedly sent a rambling anti-Trump manifesto to his family about 10 minutes before he tried to storm into the White House Correspondents’ Dinner with a gun in Washington DC on Saturday night.

He was tackled to the ground before he could get into the ballroom, where Trump and numerous top White House officials were eating. A flurry of gunfire in the halls outside led to a rapid evacuation of the event.

EXCLUSIVE: In a gripping account of survival, Rom Braslavski, a former hostage, recounted the harrowing physical and emotional abuse he suffered while being held captive by Palestinian terrorists in Gaza. Speaking to Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview, Braslavski revealed that during his ordeal, he subsisted on meager rations—often just half a pita and a sliver of cheese. His situation was so dire that, after collapsing from exhaustion during a transfer, he was injected with an unknown substance.

Braslavski, who is just 19, was taken from the Supernova festival amid the brutal Oct. 7, 2023, massacre orchestrated by Hamas. At the time, he was working as a security guard, fulfilling his mandatory military service, a detail he kept hidden for months. To protect himself, he pretended to be a 16-year-old shawarma vendor during the initial months of his captivity.

His ruse eventually came to an end when a terrorist, whom Braslavski identified as a cyber expert from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, approached him with a laptop and headphones. Sensing that his disguise had been pierced, he confessed his true identity to his captors.

Once his real identity was known, the terrorists drastically cut his already sparse food supply. “They immediately reduced my food by three-quarters,” Braslavski shared. “I was on half a pita, a bit of cheese, a rotten tomato, and a small bottle of water, when before I received two or three pitas and a liter of water.”

A video released on July 31 by the Al-Quds Brigades, the armed wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, shows Braslavski in what was a moment of liberation, as shared by the Hostages and Missing Families Forum. Despite the unimaginable hardships he endured, Braslavski’s story is a testament to resilience and the human spirit’s capacity to withstand even the darkest of times.

For the next three months, Braslavski said he was held in isolation without daylight, describing the experience as so dark and lonely he began hitting his head against the wall.

At that point, he was forced to walk to a sprawling complex of about 20,000 tents near Nasser Hospital. Along the way, he collapsed from hunger and exhaustion, was injected with an unknown substance and forced to continue moving.

“I was encircled by members of Islamic Jihad. Nobody told me where we were going. I cried, thinking they were either going to kill me or take me to a tunnel to torture me more aggressively,” Braslavski told Fox News Digital.

Rom Braslavski and Mayor of Jerusalem Moshe Lion at the Jerusalem Winner Marathon. (Jerusalem Marathon/Arnon Bossani)

“I walked without energy, breathing air as if those were my last breaths, thinking it would be the last time I would see the light of day. I kept going.”

At the complex, Braslavski said tents were tightly packed with no privacy, while vehicles destroyed by missiles had been converted into makeshift shelters. The camp included donkeys and camels, and people relieved themselves in the open. He described extreme heat that made it difficult to breathe.

Braslavski remained in one such tent for four months. While the terrorist in charge instructed others not to abuse him, one of the four guards — a young man whose name he declined to share — ignored those orders.

“He did everything he could to break me. Once, he brought me food, spat in it and forced me to eat it. He humiliated me constantly. I had a small opening in the tent to breathe air, and he would come by and close it. When I told him I couldn’t breathe, he would slap me and laugh with the others. He showed me videos of violence against our soldiers. He would bind my hands and feet for no reason,” Braslavski said.

Although he was not supposed to be physically harmed without cause, Braslavski said the guard routinely insulted him, threatened his family and forced him into degrading acts until it became unbearable.

Rom Braslavski was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists at the Nova music festival Oct. 7, 2023.  (The Hostages and Missing Families Forum)

Braslavski told Fox News Digital the abuse left him overwhelmed with hatred, prompting him to attack the guard with all his strength and use whatever he could find around him to inflict harm, ultimately succeeding.

“He started to run to get his Kalashnikov, and I realized I could either continue or take a bullet to the head. I kept hitting him with all my strength. He became weak. I was also weak, but my body and mind disconnected from everything, and I continued,” Braslavski recounted.

Reef Peretz, chairman of the Nova Foundation, looks at the names and faces of people killed during the Nova festival at “The Nova Music Festival Exhibition Oct. 7th 06:29 AM, The Moment Music Stood Still” April 18, 2024, in New York City. (Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images for The Nova Music Festival Exhibition)

After three to four minutes, another terrorist intervened, and the guard Braslavski had attacked was taken to a hospital.

“The day that followed was the second darkest of my life after Oct. 7. It is marked in my memory, my soul and my body. The chief terrorist decided to respond severely to what I did, and, from there, I entered a loop of constant abuse,” he said.

Braslavski said he was thereafter allowed to sleep no more than an hour and a half per day in short intervals.

“They would hit me with whatever they had on hand. I underwent severe torture, bondage and sexual abuse. Everything they could do to me, they did. My body is still covered in scars. After four months of torture, I was clinically dead, rolling my eyes and passing out. They decided to stop the violence and brought doctors to treat me with injections and gave me food again,” he added.

Rom Braslavski and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni (Office of the Prime Minister of Italy  )

During Operation Gideon’s Chariots, which began in May 2025 with the stated goal of defeating Hamas and securing the return of hostages through military pressure, Braslavski said the terrorist overseeing his guards was injured and lost a family member, triggering another cycle of torture and starvation.

“I weighed 49 kilos (108 pounds), and the senior terrorist, who weighed 90 kilos (198 pounds), would jump on my neck and try to break it. I was on the verge of death again. That is when the propaganda video showing me was released, and it is possible to see marks on my body from the abuse. My bones were protruding. I could no longer go to the bathroom normally. Everything in my body stopped functioning. I was close to death, and that is when President Donald Trump came into the picture,” he told Fox News Digital.

With each step forward in negotiations toward a deal, Braslavski said his condition gradually improved until he was released in October 2025 after 738 days in captivity.

What keeps him going as a free man, he said, is his faith.

“I have a dark past, but I must have a bright future. I want to forget what happened, although I can’t. God gave me back my life as a gift — not once, but twice. I need to do at least the minimum, which is to live, rehabilitate myself and put this all behind me,” he said.