A hot air balloon carrying 13 people was unexpectedly forced to make an emergency landing in a backyard in Southern California on Saturday, as reported by FOX 5 and KUSI.

The balloon gently touched down on a grassy area in the backyard of Hunter and Jenna Perrin’s home in Temecula, California.

During an interview with FOX 5 San Diego’s Morning team, Hunter explained that he and his wife were at home when he received an alert on his phone indicating movement in their backyard, captured by a security camera.

Suddenly, their doorbell began to ring repeatedly.

“I went to answer the door, and a man was there saying, ‘They just landed in your backyard!’” Hunter recounted. He was even more puzzled when the neighbor clarified, “The hot air balloon.”

The Perrins sprinted to the glass door leading to their backyard to try to make sense of the bizarre encounter.

“There’s just 13 people in a basket waving at us, wishing us ‘good morning,’” Hunter said while laughing.

The hot air balloon, which is operated by the company Magical Adventure, was forced to make an emergency landing because of low fuel and a shift in winds, according to passenger Brianna Avalos.

Once the pilot disembarked all of the passengers, the massive blue balloon returned to the air and landed on a nearby street, where it was dismantled.

“The pilot did such an amazing job, just absolutely nailing the landing right in the backyard,” said Hunter. “Our backyard has this big hill next to the grass, so the grass part is pretty small, and he set the balloon down just right in the middle.”

Jenna said that the whole outlandish scenario reminded her of something out of the Disney Pixar film “Up.”

“It just looked like it was going to take the house up with it,” said Hunter.

A former New York City police officer, who received a prison sentence of three to nine years for the fatal incident involving a cooler and a fleeing suspect, was released on bail Monday as he pursues an appeal of his conviction.

Erik Duran, 38, left the Elmira Correctional Facility in the afternoon, as confirmed by a post on social media from the NYPD Sergeants Benevolent Association.

“First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude to my family, especially my wife, children, and parents, for their unwavering love and support during this difficult time,” Duran stated through the SBA.

NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran was seen in court at the Bronx Hall of Justice on January 23, 2024, as he faced charges related to the death of Eric Duprey in August 2023 during an undercover drug operation. (Photo by Luiz C. Ribeiro/New York Daily News via Getty Images)

“I also want to thank God for providing me with strength and guiding me through this challenging period,” he added. “My heartfelt thanks go to my legal team for their relentless pursuit of justice.”

Duran’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said in a statement afterward they are relieved that Duran “is home with his family where he belongs.” 

“Erik Duran asked to go to church before he returned home to his overjoyed family,” Aidala said. “After reviewing the trial transcripts it is clear to the objective eye this verdict and sentence are a clear miscarriage of justice. We have begun the process of preparing his appeal and are confident this injustice will be rectified.”

Duran was serving a three- to nine-year sentence for manslaughter when he was granted a $300,000 bond last week, according to FOX 5. A judge ordered him to surrender his passport to his lawyers as he waits for his appeal to be finalized.

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Eric Duprey died in August 2023 when an NYPD officer threw a cooler at him as he was fleeing a drug operation in the Bronx. (WNYW)

“This is a major win for Erik and his family and for law enforcement officers around the country,” Vincent Vallelong, the president of Duran’s union within the SBA, reportedly said.

Duran, a married father of three, was convicted in February on charges stemming from the August 2023 death of Eric Duprey.

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General view of Elmira Correctional Facility on Monday, April 20, 2026 in Elmira, New York, where NYPD officer Erik Duran was released. (Richard Beetham for Fox News Digital)

Duprey was attempting to flee on a moped as officers carried out an undercover drug bust in the Bronx when Duran hurled an Igloo cooler at him, causing him to crash and hit his head on the pavement. 

Duprey later died from his injuries.

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Duran has insisted he threw the cooler to protect his fellow officers, but Bronx Judge Guy Mitchell rejected his defense at sentencing, adding the punishment would serve as a “deterrent” to other officers from acting recklessly. 

“They had enough to investigate and catch him on a different day,” Mitchell said, referring to the police. “The distinction is that the deceased will no longer be seen again by his family.”

Duran’s attorney did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. 

In the opening game, the Hawks struggled to contain Karl-Anthony Towns. His dominance continued into the first three quarters of their Monday matchup, setting the stage for what seemed like another strong performance.

However, as the game entered its critical fourth quarter, Towns found himself sidelined as the focal point of the offense. The Knicks, who had built a comfortable 12-point lead, watched it slip away as the Hawks mounted a comeback, ultimately snatching a 107-106 victory at the Garden. This pivotal win now gives the Hawks the home-court edge in this tightly contested best-of-seven series.

Towns, a key player throughout the game, was surprisingly quiet during the final 12 minutes, attempting only two shots as the Knicks’ offensive rhythm faltered. They were only able to muster 15 points, shooting a mere 22.7 percent in the closing quarter.

“The opportunity just didn’t come around shooting,” Towns explained, finishing the game with 18 points on 8-for-12 shooting and eight rebounds. “But at the end of the day, I trust everybody in this locker room to shoot the ball. The opportunities weren’t available for me in the fourth and it was fine.”

“The opportunity just didn’t come around shooting,” said Towns, who finished with 18 points on 8-for-12 shooting and eight rebounds. “But at the end of the day, I trust everybody in this locker room to shoot the ball. The opportunities weren’t available for me in the fourth and it was fine.”

Atlanta supposedly didn’t have anyone to deal with Towns, although Jonathan Kuminga was up to the job Monday, producing 19 points off the bench and helping to keep the ball out of Towns’ hands in crunch time.

There were plenty of culprits in the final quarter. The Knicks couldn’t slow down CJ McCollum. Mikal Bridges opted for a fadeaway jumper at the buzzer with the Knicks down a point instead of attacking. OG Anunoby missed two clutch free throws.

It didn’t help that Towns was such a nonfactor, especially after he lit up the Hawks for 25 points, eight rebounds and four assists in Game 1 and played so well against them during the regular season.

It became the Jalen Brunson show. He took eight shots and made three of them in that fateful final stanza. The Knicks also did a lot of settling, attempting 11 3-pointers. They hit three of them.

“We could’ve flowed better, for sure. We could’ve done that,” Towns said. “But at the end of the day, I have to watch the tape. When you’re so into the game, it’s hard to give a great assessment about it.”

The vibrant world of fashion and drama returns as “The Devil Wears Prada” makes its comeback!

New York City hosted the star-studded premiere of the highly anticipated sequel, drawing a constellation of Hollywood’s elite.

Lincoln Center on the Upper West Side set the stage for the glamorous debut of “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”

Fans were thrilled to see the original film’s cast, including Emily Blunt, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and Meryl Streep, all reprising their iconic roles.

Adding to the excitement, Lady Gaga graced the red carpet, turning heads with her presence.

Entertainment reporter Joelle Garguilo was on the red carpet and spoke to some of the stars.

“It’s overwhelming. I’ve just been around the world with it to Mexico City, Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai and the anticipation is kind of global,” Streep said.

“A movie like this has given me so much freedom to get weird as an artist because it cemented me as Andy Sachs in people’s minds and I was like well, maybe I can make a film like Rachel Getting Married, maybe I can push myself to be this and something else. So it’s just been so responsible for all of the good things that have happened in my life,” Anne Hathaway said.

“The Devil Wears Prada” opens in theatres on May 1st.

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As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, Iran has signaled its readiness to unveil new strategies in response to President Donald Trump’s latest threats. With the clock ticking on a two-week ceasefire agreement, Iranian officials are voicing their defiance.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, has made it clear that Tehran is unwilling to enter into negotiations with the United States while the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz persists. Ghalibaf’s remarks underscore the gravity of the situation as diplomatic channels remain fraught with tension.

The United States expanded its blockade on Thursday, targeting cargo ships suspected of carrying contraband, including weapons and ammunition. This move by the U.S. Navy includes a declaration that any vessel attempting to reach Iranian shores could be subjected to searches under belligerent rights.

Ghalibaf conveyed his concerns on social media, accusing Trump of trying to manipulate the ceasefire negotiations into a capitulation or justification for further conflict. “We do not accept negotiations under the shadow of threat,” he asserted, emphasizing Iran’s preparedness to introduce new tactics if necessary.

In the face of these developments, the international community watches closely, aware that the outcome of this standoff could have far-reaching implications for peace and stability in the region.

The post came amid reports that Vice President JD Vance was set to travel to Pakistan and discuss a potential deal to end the war before the two-week ceasefire expires Tuesday evening.

Several Iranian officials have also suggested a delegation from the country was still planning to go to Pakistan for the negotiations – and Ghalibaf would once again lead the negotiations on the part of the Iranian government, according to The New York Times. 

But in public, many in the Iranian government have refused to confirm whether they would take part in the second round of peace talks in Islamabad this week.

When asked about reports that a US delegation was planning to make the trip, for example, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said it’s ‘their own business.’

Iran’s Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned on Monday that his country is prepared to play ‘new cards on the battlefield’ amid threats from President Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has implemented a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and was accused of violating the two-week ceasefire agreement

Ghalibaf posted to X on Monday that he believes Trump is either trying to get Iranian officials to surrender or is trying to ‘justify renewed warmongering’

He added that Iranian officials ‘do not see any serious sign of US commitment.’

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also said for ‘reason’ to prevail in the negotiations, Iran wants stronger signs Trump would stand by a deal.

Officials in Tehran noted that Trump has already pulled out of a previous US nuclear agreement with Iran and he twice joined Israel in a war against the country.

‘I think the Iranians really do want a deal, but Trump is just too crude – he just wants total victory in public,’ Mohammad Ali Shabani, editor of regional news outlet Amwajmedia.com told The Times.

‘And the Iranian’s feel like time is on their side.’

He explained that even though Iran’s decision to block traffic through the Strait of Hormuz would have damaging economic and geopolitical consequences for Iran, its government believes it can withstand pressure longer than Trump.

The government must also deal with its own hardliners, who have spoken out against surrender, added Hamidreza Azizi, an expert on Iran security issues at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs.

‘They have a core support base of the Islamic Republic, which is very hardline and ideological and is very sensitive to any sign of a concession,’ Azizi said.

‘The other pressure, of course, is Donald Trump and his apparent willingness to stick to his coercive diplomatic strategy.’ 

The post came amid reports that Vice President JD Vance was set to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday to discuss a potential deal to end the war

At the same time, some Iranian officials are worried they could come under attack even amid peace talks, or that Trump could return to a full-fledged war, said Sasan Karimi, the vice president for strategy in Iran’s previous government.

‘Negotiators do not even know whether they could be attacked or not when they are in the air,’ he said. ‘They don’t want to fall into a trap and they don’t want to have pressurized negotiations, whether that is by limiting the time or by setting preconditions.’

‘The Iranians, in those circumstances, would prefer war,’ Karimi said. 

Trump has already warned that ‘lots of bombs start going off’ if Tehran does not agree to a deal.

The president also said that the Strait of Hormuz would continue to be blockaded until the US and Iran reach an agreement on the war. 

He later posted on Truth Social that he is ‘winning a War, BY A LOT’ and his deal ‘will be something that the entire World will be proud of’. 

Iranian officials have said the naval blockade of the strait ‘is a very fundamental obstacle in negotiations,’ according to the state-run Tasnim news agency. US forces are seen here monitoring the waterways on Monday

The US Navy has said that any vessels suspected of trying to reach Iranian territory will be ‘subject to belligerent right to visit and search’

Trump went on a posting spree on Truth Social Monday evening, first saying that ‘the DEAL that we are making with Iran will be FAR BETTER than the JCPOA, commonly referred to as “The Iran Nuclear Deal,” penned by Barack Hussein Obama and Sleepy Joe Biden, one of the Worst Deals ever made having to do with the Security of our Country.’

The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was a 2015 agreement between Iran and the US, UK, France, China, Russia, and Germany to restrict Tehran’s nuclear program for sanctions relief.

The US withdrew from this agreement in 2018 and has been monitored by the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Trump continued: ‘If I did not terminate that “Deal,” Nuclear Weapons would have been used on Israel, and all over the Middle East, including our cherished U.S. Military Bases.’ 

He added: ‘If a Deal happens under “TRUMP,” it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else. 

‘It will be something that the entire World will be proud of, instead of the years of Embarrassment and Humiliation that we have been forced to suffer due to incompetent and cowardly leadership!’ 

Experts say Iranian officials worry they could come under attack even amid peace talks, or that Trump could return to a full-fledged war. Representatives from more than a dozen foreign diplomatic missions, United Nations office and the media surveyed the damage from previous US-Israeli strikes in Tehran on Monday

Trump has already warned that ‘lots of bombs start going off’ if Tehran does not agree to a deal. Authroities are seen here surveying the damage in Tehran

The two-week ceasefire comes to an end early Wednesday morning in Iran

In another post he wrote: ‘I read the Fake News saying that I am under “pressure” to make a Deal. THIS IS NOT TRUE! I am under no pressure whatsoever, although, it will all happen, relatively quickly! Time is not my adversary, the only thing that matters is that we finally, after 47 years, straighten out the MESS that other Presidents let happen because they didn’t have the Courage or Foresight to do what had to be done with respect to Iran.’ 

Half an hour later he posted again that he is ‘winning a War, BY A LOT, things are going very well, our Military has been amazing’, before attacking the ‘fake news’ which would make you ‘actually think we are losing the War’.

Minutes later, he said: ‘The Iranian leadership has forced hundreds of Ships toward the United States, mostly Texas, Louisiana, and Alaska, to get their Oil — Thank you very much!’

But Iranian officials have said the naval blockade of the strait ‘is a very fundamental obstacle in negotiations,’ according to the state-run Tasnim news agency.

It added that Pakistani mediators confirmed they raised the issue with the US president.

The regime also objects to unspecified additional US demands communicated through diplomatic channels.

‘The Iranian delegation believes that as long as America does not look at the issue realistically and approaches the negotiating table with the same wrong calculations that led to its heavy battlefield defeat, negotiations are just a waste of time,’ Tasnim reported.

The news agency said Tehran ‘has no intention to participate in American theatre’ until important obstacles are removed and ‘a clear horizon for reaching an agreement acceptable to Iran takes shape’.

At the same time, Trump said Iranian officials must agree to abandon any pursuit of nuclear weapons. 

‘Get rid of their nuclear weapons. That’s all very simple,’ the president told reporters of his demands. ‘There will be no nuclear weapon.’

Meanwhile, peace talks between Israel and Lebanon ​will ‌resume on ​Thursday in Washington, an Israeli source said. 

Lebanon’s president had earlier said these talks should be seen as separate to any negotiations taking place with Iran.