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Australian footy star dies aged 37, leaving behind wife and two children

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Former World Cup rugby league player Ryan Ghietti has died suddenly at the age of 37 while holidaying in Victoria with friends, leaving behind his wife and two children.

Born in Innisfail in Far North Queensland, Ghietti was widely known as the captain of the Cairns-based Northern Pride, as well as a carpenter, firefighter and devoted family man.

He reportedly suffered a medical episode during the trip.

Ghietti is being remembered for his lasting contribution to rugby league in Far North Queensland and on the international stage. His field goal helped Italy secure qualification for its first Rugby League World Cup in 2013.

A fundraiser has been launched to support his family after what organisers called a “sudden and unexpected loss”.

David Murphy, who played alongside Ghietti at the Northern Pride and succeeded him as captain after his retirement, told News Corp he was “heartbroken” by the sudden death of his mentor.

Former Italy international Ryan Ghietti has died suddenly aged 37, leaving behind his wife and two children

Former Italy international Ryan Ghietti has died suddenly at 37, leaving his wife and two children

Ghietti is being remembered for the field goal that helped Italy qualify for their first Rugby League World Cup in 2013

Ghietti’s field goal helped Italy reach its first Rugby League World Cup in 2013

“He was one of my best friends and I’m struggling to put into words what his loss means,” Murphy said.

“He was one of those blokes who would do absolutely anything for his mates. He never hesitated to be there for the people he cared about and had a way of making everyone around him feel like they mattered.

“He was genuine, and people like Ghietti don’t come along very often.”

Italy team manager Reno Santaguida also paid tribute to Ghietti, who represented the Azzurri at the 2013 and 2017 World Cups.

“It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of former Italian international Ryan Ghietti,” Santaguida said.

“Ryan will forever hold a special place in Italian rugby league history after kicking the unforgettable field goal that helped send Italy to its first Rugby League World Cup in 2013.

“More than just a moment in history, Ryan was a proud Azzurri whose passion, commitment and love for the jersey will never be forgotten.”

Ghietti began his junior career with Innisfail Brothers before establishing himself as a versatile halfback, five-eighth and hooker.

He played 12 internationals for Italy between 2011 and 2016, scoring three tries and one field goal, and became Northern Pride captain for the 2016 season.

His Italian heritage opened the door to the country’s breakthrough 2013 World Cup campaign, where he lined up alongside established NRL figures including Anthony Minichiello, Aidan Guerra and Kade Snowden.

Italy entered the tournament on the back of a remarkable warm-up win over England.

Ghietti was one of the squad’s young playmakers, with former Australian international Craig Gower brought in to mentor the team after a neck injury ruled him out of playing.

The campaign was fuelled by pride in their heritage. Players received £200 [$390 AUD] a week to cover living costs instead of match payments.

Beyond international rugby league, Ghietti forged deep ties with the Innisfail and Redcliffe rugby league communities, as well as the Northern Pride.

A fundraiser has been launched to support Ghietti’s wife Stacey and their children

A fundraiser is supporting Ghietti’s wife Stacey and their two children

Italy team manager Reno Santaguida said Ghietti would ‘forever hold a special place in Italian rugby league history’

Italy manager Reno Santaguida said Ghietti would “forever hold a special place in Italian rugby league history”

His former coach, David Maiden, was among those to honour his memory.

“His presence will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him – his family loved him, his teammates loved him, his club loved him, and he was a bloke you wanted to be around,” he said.

The Northern Pride said Ghietti’s influence on the local community extended well beyond the football field.

“His absence will be deeply felt, particularly among the familiar faces in the club’s aptly named Legends Bar and our past players group, the Old Boys,” the club said.

“Ryan’s connection to Northern Pride extended well beyond his playing career, and he will forever hold a special place in the club’s history and in the hearts of those who knew him.”

The family appeal also pointed to the friendships Ghietti built through the construction industry and firefighting community.

“Following the sudden and unexpected loss of Ryan, a much-loved husband, dad, son, brother and mate, we are coming together to support Stacey, Grace and James as they face a future they never imagined,” organisers wrote.

Organisers described Stacey as someone who had always supported others and called on the community to stand behind her.

Fundraiser organisers described Ghietti as a ‘much-loved husband, dad, son, brother and mate’

Fundraiser organisers remembered Ghietti as a “much-loved husband, dad, son, brother and mate”

A versatile playmaker, Ghietti played halfback, five-eighth and hooker during his career

The versatile playmaker featured at halfback, five-eighth and hooker

“Stacey has always been the person who shows up for everyone else, offering love, support and a helping hand whenever it’s needed. Now it’s our turn to show up for her.”

Donations are being requested instead of flowers to help cover unexpected costs and allow Stacey to take time away from work to care for the children.

Organisers said the support would provide “some financial breathing room as they navigate life without Ryan”.

“Every donation, no matter how big or small, will go a long way towards supporting this beautiful family,” the appeal states.

“If you can’t donate, sharing this page is just as appreciated.”

The Northern Pride serves as a feeder club for the North Queensland Cowboys in the NRL. Cowboys CEO Michael Luck also offered his condolences.

“The Cowboys were saddened to learn of the tragic news of Ryan’s passing. He was a friend, teammate and colleague of many of our current and former players and staff,” Luck said.

“We would like to pass on our condolences to Ryan’s family and friends, as well as everyone at Northern Pride, where Ryan was a hugely influential figure during a successful era for the club.”

ICE Arrests Undocumented Man Who Drove Flashy Cars, Partied With Models

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Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have arrested the Iranian social media personality known as the “King of Instagram,” whose online posts featured nude models, luxury cars and lavish parties for more than one million followers.

Farzad “Tony” Toutouni, 55, was taken into custody in Los Angeles on Oct. 27 after allegedly entering the United States illegally from Canada. ICE officials also linked him to an alleged criminal history dating to 1989 involving kidnapping, robbery and extortion.

Toutouni, who reportedly lived in a $5 million Hollywood Hills mansion, showcased his extravagant lifestyle on Instagram under the handle @lunatic_living. His posts included images of cash, nude women and elaborate parties, even as he remained under scrutiny from immigration authorities.

The online celebrity frequently offered advice to followers while posing with scantily clad women, luxury surroundings and collections of high-performance cars. In his biography, he described himself as a self-made entrepreneur and a “Pelvis Philanthropist.”

“I live my life like it’s my last day every day!” read the caption on one post from last year. The accompanying image showed Toutouni seated on a private jet with three women on his lap and stacks of $100 bills on a table in front of him.

Another post was captioned, “No wife great wife.” In the photograph, the tattooed Iranian stood shirtless in a luxury high-rise apartment while carrying a nude woman over one shoulder and calmly picking food from a plate in his other hand.

“Tru inspiration,” one follower commented beneath the image.

Investigators said Toutouni, who also used the first name “Robert,” committed a series of serious offenses in the United States after arriving legally in 1983.

According to ICE officials, he was arrested on allegations including criminal threats, criminal conspiracy, and possession and sale of a controlled substance.

Officials also said he received a sentence of more than 16 months in prison for offenses including writing or passing a fictitious check, grand theft, conspiracy, forgery, kidnapping, robbery and extortion.

An immigration judge ordered Toutouni removed from the country in 1993, but authorities said he remained in the United States. A second removal order was issued in 1999, after which he was deported to Mexico, according to federal officials.

ICE officials said Toutouni later acknowledged reentering the United States illegally on or around April 4, 2011. He allegedly crossed near Saint Clair, Michigan, using an electric raft he had purchased in Canada.

During that period, Toutouni cultivated the party-loving persona he promoted online. In a recent series of posts, he appeared at Burning Man alongside women and an extravagant campsite equipped with a custom recreational vehicle and trailer decorated in a psychedelic style.

“I’m happy I experienced it, but it’s not something I would ever want to do again,” he said of the desert festival.

ICE officials said Toutouni is being held in federal custody while authorities pursue removal proceedings.

Is Monday Night Football on ABC Tonight? Channel and Streaming Info

Week 9 wraps up with a marquee matchup as the Minnesota Vikings welcome the Buffalo Bills for Monday Night Football!

Minnesota suffered its first defeat of the season last week, falling 19-15 to NFC North rival Detroit. Every game carries added weight in the division, where the Vikings sit at 6-1, the Chicago Bears are 7-2 after beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football, the Lions are 6-2, and the Green Bay Packers are 6-3.

Vikings starting quarterback Kyler Murray is sidelined by a hamstring strain, meaning Carson Wentz will take the reins for Minnesota tonight.

Buffalo arrives on a three-game winning streak after victories over the Los Angeles Rams, Las Vegas Raiders, and Baltimore Ravens. The Bills are now 6-1 on the season. Can Josh Allen and the Bills make it four straight wins? We’re about to find out.

From kickoff time and TV channels to complete streaming details, here’s everything you need to know to watch Monday Night Football live online.

Is Tonight’s Monday Night Football Game on ABC (November 9)?

Yes. Although last week’s matchup was not shown on ABC, tonight’s Bills-Vikings game will air on both ESPN and ABC.

ABC will simulcast 10 Monday Night Football games during the 2026 regular season. The other seven matchups will be available exclusively on ESPN.

What Channel Is Monday Night Football on Tonight?

The Bills-Vikings MNF matchup begins Monday, November 9, at 8:15 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on ABC and ESPN and streamed on NFL+.

How To Watch Tonight’s Monday Night Football Game Live Online Without Cable:

Fans can watch Monday Night Football live through ESPN, ABC, ABC.com, or the ESPN app and website with a valid cable-provider login.

If you do not have cable, a live TV streaming service is the primary way to watch the game as it airs. DIRECTV is our top choice and includes a five-day free trial before billing begins.

DIRECTV also offers flexible subscription choices, including Genre Packs, allowing viewers to select a plan that matches their preferred channels and budget. Packages start at $19.99 per month.

You can also stream MNF with an active subscription to fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, NFL+, or Sling TV. YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials to eligible new subscribers.

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Is The Bills/Vikings Monday Night Football Game Streaming on Disney+?

No. Two regular-season Monday Night Football games are scheduled to stream live on Disney+ during the 2026-27 season, but tonight’s Bills-Vikings matchup is not among them.

Is The ManningCast On Tonight?

Surprisingly, the ManningCast will not be available tonight, despite the high-profile matchup. Peyton and Eli Manning are scheduled to return next week for the Chargers-Ravens game.

MNF 2026 Schedule:

Monday Night Football will air on ESPN throughout the 2026-27 regular season. Subscribers to NFL+ can also stream live MNF games on a phone or tablet.

  • Week 9 (November 9): Buffalo Bills @ Minnesota Vikings (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
  • Week 10 (November 16): Los Angeles Chargers @ Baltimore Ravens (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
  • Week 11 (November 23): Cincinnati Bengals @ Washington Commanders (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
  • Week 12 (November 30): Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
  • Week 13 (December 7): Dallas Cowboys @ Seattle Seahawks (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
  • Week 14 (December 14): Pittsburgh Steelers @ Jacksonville Jaguars (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
  • Week 15 (December 21): New England Patriots @ Kansas City Chiefs (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
  • Week 16 (December 28): New York Giants @ Detroit Lions (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
  • Week 17 (January 4): Houston Texans @ Green Bay Packers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)

Photos Show Alleged Chinese Spy With Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

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Fresh photographs have surfaced showing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang with Chinese businesswoman Huang Le, also known as Alice Huang, as President Donald Trump described the technology executive as an “honorable guy” amid allegations involving national security.

Huang Le, whom US authorities have accused of passing information to Beijing, reportedly shared the images on her WeChat account before it was disabled, according to the Financial Times.

The photographs show the pair sitting close together, smiling and raising wine glasses in a toast.

The timing and locations of the images could not be independently established. The Financial Times reported that they appeared to show Huang and Huang Le in Shanghai, California and Hong Kong.

The photographs resurfaced about a week and a half after The New York Times reported that the billionaire Nvidia chief had been involved in a relationship with Huang Le, a former executive at Singapore-based Megaspeed. US officials have alleged that she was a Chinese intelligence asset.

Huang has since told Nvidia employees that he had been unfaithful to his wife, while declining to provide details about the relationship.

“I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children,” he said. “There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry.”

“Regarding the national security concerns raised in news reports, Nvidia’s Board of Directors has initiated an independent investigation,” Huang added. “I support the investigation and will cooperate fully.”

New photos have emerged showing embattled Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang with Chinese businesswoman Huang Le, also known as Alice Huang, whom American authorities have accused of being a Chinese spy

New photographs show Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang with Chinese businesswoman Huang Le, also known as Alice Huang, whom US authorities have accused of acting as a Chinese spy

The photos were reportedly shared by Alice Huang on her now defunct WeChat account

Alice Huang reportedly shared the photographs on her now-disabled WeChat account

The photos show the AI chip pioneer toasting with Alice Huang

The photos show the AI chip pioneer toasting with Alice Huang

The images show Huang Le sitting close to the 63-year-old technology executive as they toast with wine and smile for the camera

Trump said he had not discussed the allegations with Huang but called him a fine person. “I hope everything’s fine. He’s done such an incredible job,” the president said.

Asked whether he believed he should have acted on intelligence about the matter when he was briefed on it, Trump replied: “No, I don’t think so. I think he’s an honorable guy. I think he probably has an excuse for it. You have to hear it.”

Nvidia’s board has said it had “no reason to believe that either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised” because of Huang’s affair. It added that the company “will examine all available information.”

The investigation, announced Sunday, has intensified scrutiny of Huang’s position at Nvidia, the world’s most valuable chipmaker, and of his role as one of the most prominent salesmen of the artificial intelligence boom.

Huang Le founded Megaspeed in 2023 after working in private equity and television, according to reports.

The technology company was spun out of 7Road Holdings Ltd, one of China’s largest video game companies, several months after then-President Joe Biden introduced broad restrictions on shipments of advanced AI chips to China, Bloomberg reports.

Trade records reviewed by the outlet indicate that Megaspeed imported more than $4.6 billion worth of Nvidia products.

The company also rents Nvidia chips to Chinese technology giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd at several facilities in Southeast Asia. The US government has accused Alibaba of having links to the Chinese military.

It is not known when or how Huang and Huang Le first met. However, the two were photographed together at a technology conference in Taipei in 2024.

Pictures posted to LinkedIn by the company NetThunder showed the Nvidia boss and Ms Huang together in a bar in Taipei, Taiwan, in June 2024

Images posted on LinkedIn by NetThunder showed Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Huang Le together at a bar in Taipei, Taiwan, in June 2024

In a statement, Jensen Huang admitted to cheating on his wife, Lori Huang

Jensen Huang acknowledged in a statement that he had been unfaithful to his wife, Lori Huang

By early 2025, Huang Le had presented a deal involving AI chips to investors based in China, according to two investors who spoke to the Financial Times. She promoted her ability to obtain Nvidia’s highly sought-after graphics processing units and highlighted her commercial relationship with Alibaba.

She was seeking investment for a Southeast Asian data center project valued at several hundred million dollars, but did not disclose her relationship with Huang.

Meanwhile, US officials were briefed that a person named Huang Le was working for China’s Ministry of State Security. The alleged effort was aimed at obtaining information about US-made AI chips and potentially persuading Nvidia to make its most advanced semiconductors available in China, The New York Times reported.

The officials said the Megaspeed executive spoke English fluently and had connections with senior figures across the AI chip industry.

Separately, US authorities investigated Megaspeed over concerns that it may have helped smuggle hardware to China. Those concerns led the government to ask Nvidia to audit the company last year.

Nvidia’s initial review concluded that the hardware was fully accounted for. However, records obtained by Bloomberg News indicated that Megaspeed had imported 50,000 more chips than Nvidia located at its data centers.

Nvidia said in December 2025 that it planned to revisit Megaspeed’s data centers, although it remains unclear whether that follow-up inspection took place.

President Donald Trump said he has not spoken to Mr Huang about the claims, but called him a fine person. The two are pictured at the White House in April 2025

President Donald Trump said he had not spoken with Jensen Huang about the allegations but called him a fine person. The pair are pictured at the White House in April 2025

Bloomberg News also reported a connection between Megaspeed and Shanghai Hexi, a private equity firm linked to a data center that Chinese state media has described as the country’s largest.

Huang Le was identified as one of Shanghai Hexi’s directors in an official company WeChat post in 2016. As of August 2025, a holding company she founded owned a 48 percent stake in the project.

Megaspeed has strongly denied wrongdoing, telling Bloomberg News that it complies with all regulations relevant to its business.

A company spokesperson said Megaspeed was surprised by allegations that a former executive had acted as a foreign intelligence asset.

Nvidia has also previously said that its review of Megaspeed found no evidence of diversion. The company said the business was fully owned and operated outside China and had no Chinese stakeholders.

The allegations nevertheless triggered a sharp fall in Nvidia’s share price, wiping about $270 billion from the chipmaker’s market value.

The reported intelligence findings have also prompted calls for answers in Congress.

Republican Representatives Brian Mast, John Moolenaar and Rick Crawford, who chair three influential House committees, have asked Huang to attend a closed-door briefing on November 18.

The lawmakers want to question him about his dealings with Huang Le and the safeguards Nvidia has put in place to protect the company from foreign espionage.

The Daily Mail has contacted Megaspeed for comment.

Russell Brand’s Wedding Anniversary Song for Wife Criticized as ‘Creepy’ and ‘Terrifying’

Russell Brand once gave his wife, Laura Gallacher, a wedding anniversary performance that left fans “terrified.” The unsettling clip resurfaced as the 51-year-old was sentenced to more than 10 years in prison for raping and sexually assaulting four women.

After the couple rekindled their relationship, Brand married Gallacher in 2017. On their first wedding anniversary, he shared a bizarre and sexually charged tribute to his bride, according to the Daily Star.

In a video posted to X, Brand sang: “Old as ancient skies, I’ve had these wandering eyes, but you took me by surprise, when you let me inside of you.”

“Inside of you, inside of you, I long to be; is it wrong to be inside of you? Inside of you, inside of you.”

He concluded: “Happy anniversary, Laura. Thanks, Jason, for that song.” The lyrics come from “Inside of You,” a song performed by Brand’s character, Aldous Snow, in Forgetting Sarah Marshall. The film was written by Jason Segel.

The deliberately suggestive track was created as a parody of exaggerated, pseudo-philosophical rock ballads. However, when Brand uploaded the anniversary video on August 26, 2018, many viewers found the gesture disturbing.

One commenter wrote: “It’s all about sex with him, very creepy. She is certainly feeding him well when he isn’t inside her; fat and scruffy, no other woman will want him now.”

Another posted: “You are such an a–.” A third simply wrote, “Creepy,” while a fourth added: “Just a wee bit terrifying no matter which way you look at it.”

Another viewer commented: “Clearly missing something here. Creepy!”

Brand and Gallacher have shared an on-off relationship spanning almost two decades. Following Brand’s sentence of 10 and a half years in prison, Gallacher has remained one of his most visible public supporters.

The couple first met in 2007, when Gallacher was a 19-year-old art student and Brand was a 30-year-old comedian whose career was beginning to take off. They were introduced by Gallacher’s sister, television sports presenter Kirsty Gallacher. The family is also known through their father, former Ryder Cup captain Bernard Gallacher.

Brand and Gallacher dated for a short time before separating. They then spent several years apart as Brand’s public profile continued to grow.

Asian Stocks Rise as Wall Street Tech Gains Lift Markets

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HONG KONG – Asian markets moved higher Tuesday, extending Wall Street’s rebound and recouping much of the ground lost during last week’s sell-off.

U.S. stock futures posted modest gains, while oil prices declined.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged 2.6% to 60,279.37.

SoftBank Group, an investor in OpenAI, jumped 15% before releasing its earnings later Tuesday. The stock had dropped to a one-year low in the previous session.

Tokyo Electron, which supplies equipment for chip production, gained 5.6%, while semiconductor testing company Advantest added 3.4%.

South Korea’s Kospi advanced 4% to 5,219.37. Samsung Electronics rose 4.6%, and SK Hynix climbed 5.6%.

Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index added 0.4% to 24,535.74, while the Shanghai Composite edged up 0.4% to 3,673.54.

Chinese customs figures released Tuesday showed exports rose 35.2% in October from a year earlier, while imports increased 41.6%.

The figures leave China on course for another annual trade record, with the country’s trade surplus for 2026 already exceeding $1 trillion.

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 gained 1.1% to 9,131.70.

Taiwan’s Taiex rose 3.4%.

In the U.S. on Monday, the S&P 500 climbed 2.3% for its second consecutive advance. The index had suffered a sharp decline amid concerns that Democratic victories in the midterm elections could slow the construction of artificial intelligence data centers. Monday’s rally, its strongest since April, left the S&P 500 just 3.4% below the record reached last month.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 2.2%, while the Nasdaq composite gained 2.7%.

Lower Brent crude prices supported the market. Oil fell after President Donald Trump told CNN over the weekend that renewed U.S. strikes on Iran were “highly unlikely” if negotiations toward ending the war continue to make progress.

Still, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday that some Iranian demands had been “outrageous and ridiculous.”

A series of better-than-expected earnings reports from major U.S. companies also helped lift investor sentiment.

Constellation Energy advanced 10.5% after reporting summer profit and revenue that exceeded Wall Street forecasts.

AI data centers have faced growing political scrutiny since Democrats won victories in last week’s election. Investors are concerned that governments could impose limits on the industry, reducing demand for artificial intelligence products and services tied to the sector’s rapid expansion.

Those concerns added to worries that high borrowing costs could slow new data-center construction. Critics had already argued that AI-related stocks had risen too far and were showing signs of a bubble.

Nvidia, widely viewed as the leading symbol of the AI boom, fell 4.3%. The chipmaker said it was investigating after CEO Jensen Huang acknowledged an intimate relationship with a business executive who, according to The New York Times, had been identified by U.S. intelligence as collecting information for China.

Nvidia’s board said it had “no reason to believe” that national security or company secrets had been compromised, but said its review would consider all available information.

Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, dismissed the allegations as “nothing but smears against China.”

A decline in Treasury yields over the past month has helped lower mortgage rates and borrowing costs for other loans. The move has also supported prices for stocks and other assets.

In early Tuesday trading, Brent crude, the international benchmark, slipped 0.9% to $91.74 per barrel. U.S. benchmark crude fell 1% to $85.97 a barrel.

The U.S. dollar strengthened to 158.06 Japanese yen from 157.90 yen. The euro weakened to $1.1222 from $1.1266.

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AP Business Writer Stan Choe contributed to this report.

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Popular TV Reporter Begins Maternity Leave Months Into New Role

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Houston television reporter Nicole Nielsen has begun maternity leave earlier than planned after welcoming her baby boy several weeks before his expected arrival.

Nielsen, who reports on Houston’s Heights neighborhood for KPRC, joined the station in March 2026.

The journalist had expected to remain on the job longer, but her son’s early birth prompted her to step away from the anchor desk ahead of schedule.

Sharing a photo of her growing family on social media, Nielsen revealed that the baby arrived three weeks ahead of his due date.

She plans to remain off the air for about three months and is expected to return to KPRC in February.

“Adding a new title to my résumé,” Nielsen wrote. “Our sweet baby boy decided to make his arrival three weeks early, and life has been a whirlwind ever since.”

She explained that the unexpected delivery was the reason she suddenly went quiet midway through the previous week as the family adjusted to life with a newborn.

“We are absolutely overjoyed and completely in love,” she said, while acknowledging that taking time away from a job she “loves” had been challenging.

Nicole Nielsen, known for her coverage of Houston's Heights neighborhood for KPRC, went on an early maternity leave after her baby was delivered three weeks before the due date

KPRC reporter Nicole Nielsen, who covers Houston’s Heights neighborhood, started maternity leave early after her baby arrived three weeks before his due date

Nicole Nielsen had joined the news channel in March 2026

Nielsen joined the Houston news station in March 2026

Despite missing her regular reporting duties, Nielsen said her immediate focus is on enjoying this special time with her family.

“I also know this is time with my little family that I’ll never get back,” she wrote.

The reporter also offered followers a look at how she prepared for her time away from KPRC.

In a Facebook post, she introduced David, the producer who works with her on the 6 p.m. newscast.

According to Nielsen, David will help oversee her social media accounts while she is on maternity leave.

She added that she spent the past several months creating material for viewers to enjoy during her absence.

The prepared posts will feature neighborhood updates, local stories and entertaining facts, she said.

“We’re excited to be able to keep the page active while I’m out,” Nielsen added.

The reporter shared updates on how she had been prepping for the leave and introduced her viewers to her producer, David. He will be taking over her Instagram, she said

Nielsen shared details about her maternity-leave plans and introduced viewers to David, the producer who will help manage her Instagram account

Nielsen added that stepping away from the job was difficult but she is looking forward to spending time with her family

Although leaving work was difficult, Nielsen said she is eager to make the most of her time with her family

Before joining KPRC, Nielsen spent six years at CBS News Texas, also known as KTVT, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. During that time, she worked as a reporter, fill-in anchor and traffic anchor.

The University of Oklahoma graduate has also received recognition from the Broadcast Education Association and the National Broadcasting Society.

Earlier in her career, Nielsen interned with outlets including WFAA 8 and News 9 KWTV in Oklahoma City before accepting a full-time position with CBS Texas.

As Nielsen settles into life with her newborn, another KPRC journalist returned to work last week, Chron reported.

Caroline Brown, KPRC’s meteorologist, came back to the station after spending three months at home with her family.

Brown welcomed her second child, George David Chadderdon, on August 6, 2026. Her older son, JJ, was born in February 2025.

Inside Andy and Rebecca Lee’s Lavish $5,000-a-Night Mexico Honeymoon

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Their New York wedding was quickly hailed as the social event of the year.

Following several action-packed days in Manhattan, Rebecca Harding and Andy Lee escaped to Mexico for a private honeymoon and some well-earned downtime.

True to form, the newlyweds chose an exceptionally lavish destination, reportedly paying $5,000 a night to stay at Cuixmala, an exclusive estate on Mexico’s Virgin Coast.

The secluded retreat has welcomed a string of high-profile guests, including Mick Jagger, Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Heidi Klum and Margaret Thatcher. Access to the property is limited, with visitors arriving by private aircraft.

Billionaire financier Sir James Goldsmith established Cuixmala during the 1980s as his personal residence.

Following Goldsmith’s death in 1997, his daughter Alix Goldsmith-Marshall inherited the estate and developed it into an eco-luxury hotel alongside a private wildlife reserve covering approximately 36,000 acres. 

Rebecca Harding and Andy Lee went all out for their honeymoon, splashing out $5,000-a-night, to stay at the private estate Cuixmala on Mexico’s Virgin Coast

Rebecca Harding and Andy Lee chose an extravagant honeymoon at Cuixmala, a private estate on Mexico’s Virgin Coast that costs around $5,000 a night

On Monday, Rebecca shared several photos of her and Andy's stay at the exquisite property, including several of the pair lounging by the pool, horse-riding and enjoying tacos

Rebecca shared a selection of holiday photos on Monday, showing the couple relaxing by the pool, riding horses and tucking into tacos

She also posted one of the pair revealing their new wedding bands

She also posted a photograph of the newlyweds displaying their wedding bands

On Monday, Rebecca offered fans a glimpse of the couple’s stay at the spectacular estate, sharing images of lazy poolside moments, horse riding and casual meals of tacos.

She also uploaded two bathroom selfies highlighting her honeymoon outfits, along with a snap of the pair showing off their new wedding rings.

“Closed the wedding spreadsheets in Mexico,” she joked in the caption.

The couple’s wedding celebrations in New York were just as extravagant, attracting a glamorous group of friends from the worlds of film, television, comedy and sport.

After 12 years together, Andy and Rebecca exchanged vows in the Big Apple before continuing the celebrations at a star-studded reception.

The 45-year-old comedian and 36-year-old model married at Manhattan’s Nine Orchard Hotel in the Lower East Side shortly before sunset.

Among the guests were Hugh Jackman, who attended without his girlfriend Sutton Foster, Hamish Blake and his wife Zoë, American comedian Nikki Glaser, Nova presenter Lauren Phillips and her aviation tycoon fiancé Paul O’Brien, as well as cricketer Dan Christian.

Following the ceremony, the newlyweds shared a kiss on the venue’s rooftop terrace.

She wrote in the caption: 'Closed the wedding spreadsheets in Mexico'

Rebecca captioned the honeymoon post: “Closed the wedding spreadsheets in Mexico”

The couple enjoyed some horse-riding during the trip

The newlyweds also made time for a romantic horse-riding outing

Rebecca looked radiant on her wedding day in a white strapless corset gown and veil, posing with her new husband while clutching a generous bouquet of white roses. 

Later, the couple and their celebrity guests headed to Chinatown venue Apotheke for a black-tie reception. Some travelled in waiting vans, while others walked through the streets, continuing the party until around 2.30am.

Exclusive photographs obtained by the Mail showed the smiling pair leaving the venue and making their way back to their hotel after the celebrations.

In a scene that could have come straight from Sex and the City, Andy and Rebecca sprinted across a busy Manhattan road in their reception outfits, evoking Carrie Bradshaw and Mr Big.

Rebecca swapped her elegant white wedding gown for a figure-hugging satin slip dress for the after-party.

She completed the look with luxury accessories, including white lace Jimmy Choo heels and a matching cream satin pouch from the designer, which Andy was seen carrying for his bride.

Andy retained his sharp tuxedo but loosened up for the late-night celebrations by removing his bow tie and undoing his shirt.

Judging by the guests’ weary appearances as they left, the reception had clearly turned into a memorable night.

As well as cosy nights in with red wine

The honeymoon also included relaxed evenings with glasses of red wine

Rebecca shared two bathroom selfies of herself showing off her honeymoon wardrobe

Rebecca shared bathroom selfies showing off some of her holiday looks

Rebecca and Andy first crossed paths at a Melbourne café in 2014. Andy famously wrote his email address on a napkin and left it for Rebecca.

She eventually contacted him, and the pair went on their first date the very next day.

Although they briefly separated early in the relationship, they reunited and have been together ever since.

After a decade of dating, Andy proposed in 2024. Rebecca later admitted that the moment came as a genuine surprise, despite their long-term relationship.

The comedian first shared the engagement news during an episode of his Hamish and Andy podcast.

While speaking with co-host Hamish Blake, Andy discussed the proposal before bringing his newly engaged partner onto the program.

“I asked Bec to marry me on Sunday,” Andy announced.

Hamish said he and his wife Zoë were thrilled and had been “crying” tears of happiness at the news.

Several A-list stars, including Mick Jagger, Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Heidi Klum and Margaret Thatcher, have stayed at the ultra-private property an it is only accessible via private plane

The secluded estate has reportedly hosted stars including Mick Jagger, Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Heidi Klum and Margaret Thatcher, and can only be reached by private plane

Cuixmala was created by billionaire financier Sir James Goldsmith in the eighties and was originally his private home

Billionaire financier Sir James Goldsmith built Cuixmala in the 1980s as his private residence

After Goldsmith died in 1997, the property was inherited by his daughter Alix Goldsmith-Marshall, who transformed it into an eco-luxury hotel and a private wildlife reserve spanning about 36,000 acres

After Goldsmith died in 1997, his daughter Alix Goldsmith-Marshall inherited the estate and turned it into an eco-luxury hotel and wildlife reserve of roughly 36,000 acres 

Rebecca later gave her Instagram followers a closer look at her striking diamond engagement ring. 

“People keep saying we’ve rushed into this but we don’t care what people say!” she wrote alongside the post.

Andy responded playfully: “Is it a bit quick? That’s all I wanna ask.”

At the time, the couple were preparing to begin a $5 million renovation of a historic mansion in Melbourne’s east. They visited the property, which they called their “new old house”, claiming they needed to record social media videos before construction began.

As Rebecca pretended to retrieve something from the marble fireplace, Andy dropped to one knee and produced a napkin, a thoughtful reference to the way they first met.

The couple made their relationship public at the 2015 Australian Open.

In 2022, they revealed that they had taken a six-month break in 2016 after Rebecca struggled with the “immense pressure” of dating someone constantly in the public eye.

Their time apart ultimately confirmed that they wanted to be together.

The couple said 'I do' last month in the Big Apple after 12 years together and enjoyed a star-studded reception after the ceremony

Andy and Rebecca married in New York last month after 12 years together, celebrating with a glamorous reception attended by their famous friends

For years, fans and the media regularly speculated that an engagement announcement was imminent.

In February 2024, Andy had to tell viewers of The Hundred that he had not secretly married Rebecca.

He made the clarification after co-star Tom Gleeson teased him about his much-discussed relationship.

“Andy has got something to announce, he’s just eloped!” Tom joked.

“Gosh, Andy. She is wife material. Just saying, she is wife material,” he added while addressing the comedian.

Andy laughed in response: “Has my mum been texting you? What the hell is going on?”

Further engagement speculation emerged in 2020, when Andy posted a photograph of Rebecca apparently concealing her left hand during her 30th birthday celebrations.

“Is there a ring she’s hiding with her left sleeve?” one observant follower asked, wondering whether the couple were preparing to share major news.

Andy replied: “Stick around till the end of the show, if that’s the case… It’s not the case.”

In 2019, radio presenter Fifi Box also questioned whether the pair were married after the station received an email from a publicist describing Rebecca as “Andy and his fiancée Bec”.

The previous month, then-Today presenter Georgie Gardner had similarly attempted to get a clear answer about the couple’s relationship status.

The newlyweds intend to divide their time between Melbourne and New York, where Andy is part-owner of the Australian pub Old Mates.

Blake Lively Tells Women to Find a Husband Who Shares Clothes

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Blake Lively has never been shy about borrowing from husband Ryan Reynolds’s wardrobe, and the actress returned to that familiar fashion habit over the weekend.

In an Instagram Stories mirror selfie, the 39-year-old star wore Reynolds’s pale-blue Thom Browne button-down, decorated with an embroidered goose and leafy detailing.

“Find a husband you can share clothes with,” Lively captioned the image.

The Gossip Girl alum paired the oversized shirt with straight-leg jeans, a navy bandana and loafers. She completed the look with what she called a “fab vintage bag,” adding a clarification in the corner of the photo: “not his.”

The fashionable Thom Browne shirt originally sold for $990, but Lively’s vintage blue-denim Hermès Kelly bag is worth considerably more. A similar style fetched an astonishing $23,000 through Sotheby’s, according to Page Six.

This is far from the first occasion on which Lively has turned to the 50-year-old actor’s closet for sartorial inspiration.

Blake Lively posted an Instagram Stories mirror selfie wearing husband Ryan Reynolds's light-blue embroidered Thom Browen button-down shirt, writing: 'Find a husband who you can share clothes with'

Blake Lively shared a mirror selfie in Ryan Reynolds’s pale-blue embroidered Thom Browne shirt, writing: “Find a husband who you can share clothes with”

The 39-year-old has raided Reynolds's closet on several other occasions. Above, Lively and Reynolds in 2025

The 39-year-old actress has borrowed from Reynolds’s wardrobe on several occasions. Above, Lively and Reynolds in 2025

For the 2024 romantic drama It Ends with Us, Lively even worked some of Reynolds’s shirts and socks into the wardrobe of her character, Lily Bloom. She also borrowed pieces from her friend Gigi Hadid.

“A lot of it’s my real-life clothes or my husband’s clothes or my girlfriend Gigi’s clothes. I was borrowing some,” Lively explained during an appearance on Today in 2024.

“It’s like a wedding, like, something old, something borrowed, something blue or something new,” she added.

Although Lively stands at five feet eight inches—several inches shorter than Reynolds, who is six feet two—she has clearly found a way to make his clothes work for her.

Her latest social media post comes months after she reached a settlement in her legal dispute with It Ends with Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni.

The settlement was announced on May 4, just two weeks before the case was scheduled to go to trial.

The following day, Lively made a high-profile appearance at the Met Gala in a vintage Spring 2006 Atelier Versace gown. Her presence appeared to signal confidence and show that she was not retreating from the public spotlight.

Lively has also recently been awarded $407,451.75 in legal costs related to Baldoni’s countersuit.

At five-foot-eight, Lively is a few inches shy of Reynolds's six-foot-two and smaller in stature, but she clearly makes it work. Above, the couple in 2025

Lively stands at five feet eight inches, several inches shorter than Reynolds’s six-foot-two frame, but has made his clothing her own. Above, the couple in 2025

Lively incorporated several of her husband's shirts and socks into her character Lily Bloom's wardrobe for the 2024 romance-drama It Ends with Us (Source: @blakelively Instagram)

Lively used several of Reynolds’s shirts and socks in Lily Bloom’s wardrobe for the 2024 romance drama It Ends with Us (Source: @blakelively Instagram)

'It's like a wedding, like, something old, something borrowed, something blue or something new,' Lively said of the closet-raiding. Above, Lively in a scene from It Ends with Us with Justin Baldoni

“It’s like a wedding, like, something old, something borrowed, something blue or something new,” Lively said of borrowing clothes. Above, Lively appears with Justin Baldoni in It Ends with Us

Lively had originally sought $8,035,040.88 in costs connected to her defense against the defamation countersuit filed by Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios.

However, US District Judge Lewis J. Liman ruled that she could not recover fees for the entire litigation.

Instead, the judge determined that the actress was entitled to reasonable fees and costs associated specifically with defending against Baldoni’s defamation claim.

“The number of hours for which Lively seeks reimbursement is unreasonable,” Liman wrote in an order dated August 26, according to People.

“Media relations were not integral to defending the defamation claim brought against Lively. Accordingly, time spent on media relations and press coverage is not compensable.”

Lively’s attorneys, Esra Hudson and Michael Gottlieb, presented the ruling as a victory and called it “historic.”

In a statement to People, they said: “This first-ever award of fees and costs under this California law is historic, and demonstrates that there are real consequences of bringing retaliatory lawsuits.

“As we have said from day one, Blake Lively’s case was never about money—it was about accountability.”

Lively's recent social media share comes months after she settled her legal dispute with It Ends with Us costar and director Baldoni; Above, Lively in NYC on February 11

Lively’s latest social media update comes months after she settled her legal dispute with It Ends with Us co-star and director Baldoni. Above, Lively in New York City on February 11

In August, a judge ordered Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Studios, to pay Lively $407,451.75 in attorney fees and court costs. Above, Baldoni on February 11

In August, a judge ordered Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios to pay Lively $407,451.75 in attorney fees and court costs. Above, Baldoni on February 11

Bryan Freedman, the attorney representing Baldoni and Wayfarer, took a different view, saying the ruling “speaks for itself.”

He later characterized the decision as a “significant victory” for his clients and said it delivered an important message.

“Judge Liman clearly considered the ‘outrageous and unreasonable’ $8 million-plus demand and, in rejecting it, awarded only five percent of the amount sought in legal fees and costs,” Freedman said.

“The ruling is a significant victory for my clients and sends a clear message that, no matter how powerful you may be, the courtroom is not a place to take advantage of the law for your own personal gain.”

Manhunt Underway for Armed Suspects After California Dorm Shooting

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Police are searching for six suspects following a late-night shooting inside a California university residence hall that unsettled the campus community.

Gunfire was reported at about 11 p.m. Sunday in the first-floor lobby and computer room of Klamath Hall at California State University, Sacramento.

University police reached the building within a minute. No injuries were reported.

“The safety and security of our campus community remains our highest priority. We are grateful that no one was injured, and we appreciate the cooperation and support of our campus community as the investigation continues,” the university said in a statement.

The Sacramento State Police Department said the suspects appeared to be between 18 and 20 years old, FOX 40 reported.

Investigators said three of the suspects appeared to be about 6 feet tall, two were approximately 5 feet 10 inches, and another was estimated to be between 5 feet 6 inches and 5 feet 8 inches.

The six suspects were last seen running toward J Street and are not believed to be Sacramento State students. Three were reportedly carrying handguns.

“I’m definitely questioning the safety a little bit because if they were not people who lived in Klamath, I want to know how they got inside,” Dan Quae, a freshman at the university, told KCRA 3.

Authorities have not released additional details, and the investigation remains active.

Klamath Hall is located in the school’s North Village area and primarily houses freshmen. Nearby Sutter Hall and Sierra Hall are also largely occupied by first-year students.

The shooting occurred roughly one month after four people were wounded by gunfire at a Sacramento State football game.

During the university’s season-opening football game, shots were heard near a parking structure, where three women were found injured. Shortly afterward, officers responding to a crash near campus discovered a man who had also been shot.

Sacramento State did not immediately respond to The California Post’s request for comment.