The Trump Administration has unveiled a new set of UFO-related materials, featuring never-before-seen videos, along with fresh photos and documents that were sought after by legislators.

These files made their debut on the Department of War’s website shortly before 8 am ET. Among the highlights is an eerie audio clip from the Apollo 12 mission, where astronauts reported encountering unexplained objects in space.

Included in the release are accounts of glowing orange orbs encircling a military helicopter, enigmatic ‘fireballs’ that instigated airborne particle investigations in New Mexico, and intelligence documents detailing close encounters with unidentified aerial phenomena near a Soviet weapons-testing site.

This newly disclosed collection also features a much-anticipated set of 46 military UAP videos that defense officials were urged to release by lawmakers, including a request from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth last month.

These videos capture Tic Tac-shaped UFOs monitored by the US Coast Guard, luminous spheres zipping through Afghan skies, unidentified submerged objects surfacing from the ocean, and several rapid-moving UAPs encircling military jets over the Persian Gulf, East China Sea, and restricted US airspace.

One of the most explosive entries references a US Air Force F-16 reportedly shooting down a UAP over Lake Huron with an AIM-9X missile in February 2023, while another describes orb-like objects appearing near fighter jets during operations over the Middle East.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said in a Friday statement: ‘The Department of War is in lockstep with President Trump to bring unprecedented transparency regarding our government’s understanding of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena. 

‘These files, hidden behind classifications, have long fueled justified speculation, and it’s time the American people see it for themselves. This release of declassified documents demonstrates the Trump Administration’s earnest commitment to unprecedented transparency.’ 

The second wave of UFO files have been released. Pictured are mysterious object captured in 2022 by infrared sensor aboard a US military platform

The dump includes reports of glowing orange orbs swarming around a military helicopter. This image was featured ni the release, which was uploaded to a classified network in June 2024

 This image, released on Friday, was captured by military in 2019

Above is a still from a military platform showing a mysterious object came into view. The video was uploaded to a classified network in July 2023

The newly released records stem from a March 6, 2026 request by eight members of Congress seeking access to 51 potentially UFO-related files allegedly held by the Department of War and the US intelligence community.

Officials noted, however, that many of the records lacked a fully verified chain of custody, raising questions about how the materials were obtained and authenticated. 

So far, the Pentagon has released over 200 files related to UAPs, which have long been an object of public fascination, following the directive from Trump. 

Trump posted on Truth Social, saying: ‘In an effort for Complete and Maximum Transparency, it was my Honor to direct my Administration to identify and provide Government files related to Alien and Extraterrestrial Life, Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, and Unidentified Flying Objects.

‘Whereas previous Administrations have failed to be transparent on this subject, with these new Documents and Videos, the people can decide for themselves, “WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?” Have Fun and Enjoy!”‘

The 46 videos were requested by Florida Representative Anna Paulina Luna in April, giving Hegseth a deadline of April 14, which was not met.

Since then, Luna and other lawmakers have been pushing to get the clips to the American public.

Several clips capture bizarre ‘orb’ formations swarming around US military aircraft, including incidents in which glowing objects appeared to split apart, pulse over water or accelerate at extreme speeds that pilots allegedly struggled to explain.

One video, labeled ‘Syrian UAP instant acceleration,’ shows an unidentified object making a sudden burst of speed in Syrian airspace during a 2021 military operation, while another references a ‘spherical UAP’ weaving in and out of clouds over Afghanistan in November 2020.

The files appeared on the Department of War website just before 8am ET. Above is a photo of mysterious objects uploaded to a classified network in June 2024

The collection also contains multiple videos connected to MQ-9 Reaper drones operating over the Middle East and East China Sea, including incidents where crews allegedly tracked fast-moving UFOs over restricted military zones and near naval operations.

Other entries appear tied to infrared targeting footage captured by F-18 fighter jets, Air Force Special Operations Command aircraft and advanced fifth-generation military aircraft equipped with FLIR systems capable of detecting heat signatures invisible to the naked eye.

One of the most explosive entries references footage allegedly showing a US Air National Guard F-16C fighter jet, callsign AESIR11, shooting down a UAP over Lake Huron with an AIM-9X missile on February 12, 2023 during the wave of mystery aerial incursions over North America.

Pictured is a still from on of the 26 videos titled ‘7 October 2020 [CALLSIGN] observes UAP’

The files also reference incidents near Eglin Air Force Base, Kabul and Karaganda International Airport in Kazakhstan, along with multiple encounters involving objects observed near commercial and military airspace around Columbus, Ohio.

Several videos are connected to repeated ‘Hackney 6’ and ‘Toxic 6’ incidents in 2020, in which military crews allegedly observed fast-moving UAPs over the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Arabia, including one case involving dual UFOs maneuvering near an MQ-9 drone.

Another clip, titled ‘UFOs in formation over Persian Gulf,’ appears to reference multiple objects flying together in coordinated patterns, while others describe ‘erratic movement’ and glowing spheres hovering stationary before rapidly disappearing.

An 85-year-old heroically thwarted a kidnapping attempt by subduing a man pretending to be a utility worker, officials reported.

Matthew Hokulii Aranda, 42, who is experiencing homelessness in the Medford area, was formally charged on May 14 by a Jackson County grand jury. The charges relate to a harrowing incident that occurred on May 8, as outlined by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.

According to investigators, Aranda disguised himself as a utility worker and allegedly waited for several hours with the intention of targeting a 25-year-old woman. The woman, who was employed as a caregiver, was working at a mobile home park in rural Medford, Oregon.

Authorities revealed that upon the woman’s arrival, Aranda allegedly used a Taser to immobilize her before physically assaulting her.

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Matthew Hokulii Aranda, 42, was indicted on 10 charges after allegedly posing as a utility worker and lying in wait. (Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon)

That’s when, police said, a “hero” 85-year-old resident heard the woman screaming and confronted the armed suspect, giving the victim a chance to escape to her car, the sheriff’s office said.

Aranda then allegedly used the Taser on the elderly good Samaritan before chasing the woman with a large hunting knife.

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The victim managed to get inside her vehicle, but Aranda allegedly jumped onto the hood as she drove away. He fell off and was injured, authorities said.

Body-worn camera video shared by the sheriff’s office showed deputies and a K-9 locating Aranda hiding in some nearby bushes and taking him into custody. (Jackson Sheriff’s Office, Oregon)

Deputies later found Aranda hiding in a nearby bush and arrested him without further incident.

Video of the arrest captures authorities hot on the trail of the alleged attacker, with K-9 helping authorities.

As the suspect was pulled from the bushes, he is heard telling police that his “leg is broken.”

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The suspect allegedly used a Taser on the victim and the elderly Good Samaritan before chasing the victim with a hunting knife. (Jackson Sheriff’s Office, Oregon)

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Aranda was charged with two counts of second-degree assault, two counts of first-degree attempted kidnapping, second-degree attempted kidnapping, two counts of stalking, unlawful use of a GPS device, unlawful use of a weapon and menacing.

The sheriff’s office said the case remains under investigation.

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Former Nascar icon Kyle Busch was found unresponsive while testing a racing simulator in Concord, North Carolina, just a day before his untimely death, according to sources cited by the Associated Press.

At 41, Busch passed away on Thursday after being admitted to the hospital due to a severe illness, though the exact cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.

Earlier that day, his family shared an update on his X account at 10:23 a.m. ET, informing followers of his hospitalization and his inability to participate in the upcoming weekend events.

“Kyle has been hospitalized due to a severe illness and is currently receiving treatment,” the family stated. “He will not be able to participate in his scheduled activities this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway. We kindly request privacy and understanding as our family navigates this challenging time.”

Later that same day, a joint announcement from Busch’s family, Nascar, and Richard Childress Racing confirmed his passing, released just over seven hours after the initial update.

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

Busch dealt with a medical issue earlier this month, with the star racer saying during the middle of a May 10 race that he would need to see a doctor after finishing his circuit.

The broadcast crew mentioned that he had been dealing with a sinus issue, with the AP reporting that the broadcasters noted how “Busch had been struggling with a sinus cold exacerbated by the intense G-forces and elevation changes at the New York road course.”

“I’m gonna need a shot,” Busch said during the race.

The ailment still bothered him last week, when he told The Athletic while motioning toward his face: “You can kind of hear it, I’m still not great. The cough was pretty substantial last week.”

Busch was one of Nascar’s greatest drivers, twice winning the Cup Series (2015, 2019) and ranking ninth all-time in Nascar Cup Series wins with 63.

His final race came Sunday at the Nascar All-Star Race, where he finished 17th.

Busch is survived by his wife, Samantha, 11-year-old son Brexton and 4-year-old daughter Lennix.

In a rare public appearance, tennis icon Pete Sampras was spotted in Beverly Hills, marking over two decades since his unexpected retirement announcement. The former sports champion, now 54, was seen indulging in a casual outing as he picked up coffee from a Starbucks at the Beverly Glen mall on Thursday.

Sampras, who boasts an impressive record of 14 Grand Slam titles, was accompanied by a trio of iced beverages, which he carefully carried to his car. He shares his life with actress Bridgette Wilson, known for her role in “Billy Madison.”

For this laid-back outing, Sampras opted for a relaxed ensemble. He wore classic blue jeans paired with blue sneakers and a gray Nike T-shirt, a nod to the brand that once inked an eight-year, $40 million endorsement deal with him during his illustrious career.

Sporting a gray beard and hair, the former tennis star seemed almost unrecognizable to those who remember him from his prime. Nonetheless, his presence was a reminder of his enduring legacy in the world of tennis.

The ex-pro appeared almost unrecognizable with a noticeably gray beard and hair.

Hiding his brown eyes behind a pair of black sunglasses, Sampras flashed a friendly smile in the direction of passersby before getting into his vehicle.

Tennis legend Pete Sampras emerged on a rare public outing in Beverly Hills – 23 years after announcing his shock retirement from the sport

Thursday’s sighting comes nearly one year after Sampras was last spotted publicly in July 2025.

At the time, the Daily Mail exclusively learned why Sampras has given up on fame since officially retiring from tennis in 2003 after a storied 15-year career.

‘Pete has always shied away from taking on all the benefits of being a celebrity as he has always considered himself a tennis player and a regular dude,’ a source shared.

Describing Sampras as a ‘homebody,’ the insider stressed that Sampras enjoys the ‘anonymity he is 1779452201 blessed with.’

‘He loves being a homebody and only selectively is he seen when he goes out, and he loves it. He loves being able to visit his sisters and brother who he is very close with and just more about being a husband and a father and just taking things day by day.’

Sampras and his wife, who he wed in 2000, are parents to two sons: Christian, 24, and Ryan, 20.

The source continued: ‘Through tennis, Pete learned that you have to be your own person to succeed, and that is how he treats life, being his own person and allowing only a few people to surround him in his everyday life.

‘It is what has worked for him for decades and he isn’t looking to change anytime soon. He enjoys the more than expected anonymity he is blessed with.’

The 14-time Grand Slam champion, 54, grabbed coffee to-go from a Starbucks at Beverly Glen mall on Thursday

Last year, the Daily Mail exclusively learned why Sampras has given up on fame since officially retiring from tennis in 2003 after a storied 15-year career; Sampras seen in 1997

Describing Sampras as a ‘homebody,’ the insider stressed that Sampras enjoys the ‘anonymity he is blessed with’

Aside from his photographed coffee runs in recent years, Sampras has only stepped back into the public eye on limited occasions.

He made an appearance at Indian Wells in 2019, and at a Nike event four years prior, with the likes of fellow tennis icons Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova all present. 

Sampras is notoriously private and undertakes very little TV work – usually opting to stay out of the spotlight and keep his personal life to himself.

The five-time US Open Champions has endured a rough few years as he revealed in October 2023 that his wife was battling ovarian cancer.

In a statement to the ATP Tour, the American legend said: ‘As most have come to know, I am a pretty quiet and private person. However, this past year has been an exceptionally challenging time for my family, and I have decided to share what’s been going on.

‘Last December, my wife, Bridgette, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Since then, she has had major surgery, pushed through chemotherapy and continues with targeted maintenance therapy.

‘It is hard to watch someone you love go through a challenge like this. However, seeing our boys step up and be such strong supporters of Bridgette, myself and each other has been amazing.’

Sampras has been married to Billy Madison star Bridgette Wilson since 2000; the couple seen in 2003

Sampras and his wife are parents to two sons: Christian, 24, and Ryan, 20; the family seen in 2006

Sampras, his wife and their two children reside in California, seemingly in a $6 million Bel-Air mansion that they reportedly purchased in 2014. 

Bridgette, a former Miss Teen USA, is an actress and singer who starred in the likes of the 1997 slasher ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ and also had a role in ‘The Wedding Planner’ alongside Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey.

Even at the height of his playing powers, Sampras was known to be notoriously private and fame-averse.

After winning the 2002 US Open (the last tournament of his career), he flew home to California and declined all media requests.

He has been said to have loathed press conferences and promotional appearances and even in retirement would rarely leave his Beverly Hills mansion.

In contrast, Sampras’s greatest rival Andre Agassi became tabloid fodder due to his relationship with actress Brooke Shields and high-profile alleged affair with Barbra Streisand.

Meanwhile, a trio of players whose careers Sampras overlapped with – John McEnroe, his brother Patrick McEnroe and Jim Courier – have all gone on to be respected analysts on TV.

 Even at the height of his playing powers, Sampras was known to be notoriously private and fame-averse; seen in 2002

He has been said to have loathed press conferences and promotional appearances and even in retirement would rarely leave his Beverly Hills mansion; seen in 2011

During his career, Sampras was the best player in the world and has two Australian Open titles, five US Opens, and an incredible seven Wimbledon wins.

He has 64 career singles titles in total – the ninth best in the Open Era – and earned himself over $43million in prize money throughout his career.

He retired officially in the summer of 2003, going on to periodically appear in exhibition matches in the years that followed.

After the birth of their second son in 2005, both Sampras and his wife Bridgette both stepped away from the limelight to focus on family life.

A peaceful evening in Norfolk, Virginia, was shattered on Sunday night when a street takeover spiraled into a scene of fiery chaos.

Witnesses reported a large group commandeering an intersection, with some individuals allegedly igniting fires. Disturbingly, one person was spotted wielding what appeared to be a flamethrower.

Following the tumultuous events, police arrested 19-year-old Isaiah Duncan-Simmons from Virginia Beach. He faces charges of disorderly conduct and reckless property damage by fire.

According to Norfolk Police, they received a flurry of calls about a substantial crowd and vehicles speeding and driving recklessly at the intersection, as confirmed to Fox News Digital.

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Nineteen-year-old Isaiah Duncan-Simmons of Virginia Beach was arrested following a fiery street takeover, police say. (Norfolk Police Department)

The fiery madness happened Sunday around 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Redgate Avenue and Greenway Court in the West Ghent neighborhood.

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In the video, someone is seen wearing a mask and holding up the possible flamethrower and aiming it overhead with flames spewing into the air. In another section of the clip, someone was seen holding what appeared to be a gas can and dumping gasoline everywhere with flames sparking immediately after.

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No injuries were reported.

One man was arrested following a fiery street takeover in Norfolk, Virginia. (Nathan Humphrey via Storyful)

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This is not the first time Norfolk has seen a street takeover.

WVEC-TV reported in March seven people were shot and seriously injured after an unauthorized gathering led to gunfire outside a shopping mall. That case is still under investigation.

Norfolk Police have arrested one person in connection to a fiery street takeover. (Nathan Humphrey via Storyful)

As for the West Ghent incident, Norfolk Police are asking the public to submit any video or photos of the event as they investigate.

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