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Rhapsody Of Realities 1 April 2026 By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy): Align Your Words With His Word
TOPIC: Align Your Words With His Word (Rhapsody of Realities 1 April 2026)
It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life (John 6:63).
Rhapsody Of Realities For Today’s MESSAGE:
The Lord Jesus said, “…the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life” (John 6:63). The same is true about our words, because as He is, so are we in this world (1 John 4:17). Our words are not ordinary. When you understand this, you’ll put a premium on words and become careful how you use them.
Words are the greatest things in the world. The Lord Jesus set an example for us on the use of words. He healed with words, He blessed with words, and He changed lives with words. On a certain occasion, some officers were sent to arrest Him; when they got to where He was, they met Him teaching and decided to listen (John 7:32, 45-46). When He was through, they couldn’t bring themselves to lay hands on Him. When they returned without Him, the elders asked, “Where is He?” (John 7:45).
They answered, “…No man ever spoke like this Man!” (John 7:46 NKJV). It wasn’t that the Master used unusual expressions or rare diction; it was the power, truth, and spirit of His words (John 6:63; Luke 4:32). His words mended the brokenhearted, cast out devils, and even raised the dead (Luke 4:18-19; John 11:43-44). His words got a response from heaven; the Father responded to His words (John 12:28).
In Christ, we have received that same life. Our words, spoken in faith, are spirit and life. Your words bring healing, comfort, direction, and blessings. This is why you must never take your words lightly. Speak with truth, grace, and faith. Speak as one who understands the power and energy of words.
Remember the words of the Master in Matthew 12:37, “For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.” Align your speech continually with the Word, and it’ll produce life and results. Keep growing in this understanding. Hallelujah!
PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your Word, which cultures my spirit and fills my heart with faith, love, and righteousness. My words are not ordinary; they are spirit and life, producing healing, comfort, restoration, and blessings in my world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
Proverbs 18:21 (KJV) Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Mark 11:23 (NKJV) For assuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.
John 7:45-46 (NKJV) Then the officers came to the chief priests and Pharisees, who said to them, “Why have you not brought Him?” [46] The officers answered, “No man ever spoke like this Man!”
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN Luke 9:1-17 & Joshua 10-12
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN Romans 5:12-21 & Psalm 104
Remember to share with all your friends and loved ones today. Thank you and God bless you richly.
Rhapsody of Realities 2026 Devotional was written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.). President of Loveworld Inc. aka Christ Embassy Int’l.
REMINDER!!! JESUS IS COMING SOON
ARE YOU BORN AGAIN? IF NO, WHY NOT ACCEPT JESUS NOW!
Accept Jesus Christ today and secure a life of eternal rest and Glory by saying this short prayer below:
Lord Jesus, I believe you died for my sins, Forgive me of all my iniquities. I accept you as my Lord and Saviour from today and forever.
Come and Be the Lord of my life and I am willing to obey Your command and live according to Your will by Your Grace, Thank you for accepting me into Your fold
AMEN!!! John 6:37…and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.
An Ohio woman has been sentenced to prison for opening fire at a New Year’s party attended by both her husband and her boyfriend. The incident has led to a significant prison term for her actions.
Olivia Clendenin received a sentence of 16 to 20 years from a Warren County judge on March 26. The case was reported by Cincinnati’s WXIX, WLWT, and WKRC. This sentencing follows a jury’s decision two months earlier, which found her guilty of attempted murder, two counts of felonious assault, and illegal firearm discharge into a dwelling, according to the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office.
The prosecutor’s office press release detailed the events of January 1, 2025. On that day, Clendenin discovered that her husband and her boyfriend were at the same New Year’s party, having learned of their mutual relationship with her earlier that evening.
Despite her attempts to persuade her husband to leave the party, Clendenin arrived at the scene with a .40 caliber handgun. She proceeded to fire eight shots, hitting an innocent partygoer who was seated on the porch. Warren County Prosecutor David P. Fornshell stated, “The victim was simply attending a New Year’s Eve gathering and became caught in Clendenin’s gunfire. Despite starting 2025 as a free woman, Clendenin will spend the next decade or more in prison for her actions, which nearly resulted in an innocent person’s death.”
Daniel Johnson, the victim, recounted his experience during the sentencing, explaining that he was “minding [his] business” when he was shot. He expressed in court footage aired by WLWT, “The defendant intended to shoot someone else, but I was the one who ended up injured. My life was altered in that moment for reasons beyond my control.”
In a shocking revelation, two women from Michigan are facing serious charges after being accused of running a drug operation from within a daycare center where they were employed.
According to Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, a significant bust at the Fun N Some Daycare in Flint led to the seizure of three ounces of cocaine and two firearms. The arrest came after a controlled drug purchase was orchestrated at the daycare, resulting in the apprehension of the daycare’s license holder, Tatiana Jones, 38, and an employee, Latoriya Brown, 34. The daycare, operating from a residential property, was suddenly thrust into the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.
Fortunately, Swanson confirmed that no children were present at the daycare during the illegal activities. “They planned to run an active daycare,” Swanson explained to WKRC. “Children would have been coming in, while drugs were being bought and sold. We intervened before that could happen.”
Although the daycare had acquired a license from the state Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential just last year, their operations were short-lived. Official records indicate that the daycare’s license was revoked in October, terminating their ability to operate legally.
While reports indicated that a state license for the home daycare was obtained last year through the state Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential, records indicated its license was revoked in October.
Jones and Brown are charged with the delivery or manufacturing of cocaine, in addition to weapons charges. WJBK reported that Brown is a felon and habitual offender.
A seasoned strength coach reveals five standing exercises that effectively engage your entire core, even after the age of 60.
Developing a stronger, more toned midsection past 60 can be incredibly satisfying, especially when your workouts align with the natural movements of your body. When your core operates harmoniously with your hips, shoulders, and legs, it generates tension and control, contributing to a firmer and more responsive waistline. This holistic body connection is where noticeable changes begin to manifest, enhancing both your appearance and mobility.
Standing exercises uniquely bring this connection to life, feeling both natural and efficient. Rather than isolating the core, these exercises challenge your body to stabilize, balance, and exert force all at once. This increased demand for stability and balance boosts muscle engagement and reinforces the everyday movement patterns you rely on, such as walking, reaching, and maintaining an upright posture. In my experience as a coach, this is when individuals begin to feel their midsection becoming more active and supported throughout the day.
Moreover, these exercises infuse your routine with energy and purpose, making workouts more engaging. Instead of merely going through the motions, you tap into the ability to build strength, enhance coordination, and establish consistency, leading to genuine results over time. The five exercises highlighted below train your core dynamically while engaging your whole body, helping you firm your midsection as you move with strength and confidence.
These movements also bring a level of energy and purpose that makes training feel more engaging. Rather than just going through the motions, you harness the ability to build strength, improve coordination, and create consistency that leads to real results over time. The five exercises below train your core dynamically and full-body, helping you firm your midsection while moving with strength and confidence.
Pallof Press
The Pallof press trains your core to resist movement, which is one of the most effective ways to build midsection strength. As you press the band or cable away from your body, your core works hard to keep your torso from rotating. That constant tension builds stability and control, which supports a firmer waistline. It also teaches your body how to stay strong during everyday movements. Over time, this creates a stronger, more engaged core.
Muscles Trained: Core stabilizers, obliques, and shoulders.
How to Do It:
Attach a band or cable at chest height.
Stand sideways to the anchor point.
Hold the handle at your chest.
Press it straight out in front of you.
Return to the starting position with control.
Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps per side. Rest for 30 seconds between each set.
Best Variations: Half-kneeling press, overhead press, pause press.
Form Tip: Keep your torso square and avoid twisting.
Weighted Marching
Weighted marching looks simple, yet it challenges your core in a powerful way. As you lift one knee at a time, your core has to stabilize your body to prevent tipping or shifting. This creates a steady, controlled engagement through the midsection while also training coordination. The movement mirrors walking mechanics, which makes it highly functional. Consistent practice helps build a stronger, more responsive core.
Muscles Trained: Core, hip flexors, and stabilizers.
How to Do It:
Hold a weight at your sides or in front of your body.
Stand tall with your feet under your hips.
Lift one knee toward your chest.
Lower it back down with control.
Alternate legs in a steady rhythm.
Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 3 sets of 20 alternating reps. Rest for 30 seconds between each set.
Best Variations: Single-arm hold, slow tempo marching, pause marching.
Form Tip: Stay tall and avoid leaning while lifting your knees.
Suitcase Carry
The suitcase carry forces your core to work against an uneven load, which creates a strong demand for stability. As you walk while holding a weight on one side, your core engages to keep your body upright and balanced. This constant engagement builds strength through the obliques and deep core muscles. It also improves posture and control during movement. Over time, it helps create a tighter and more stable midsection.
Muscles Trained: Core, obliques, shoulders, and grip.
How to Do It:
Hold a heavy dumbbell in one hand.
Stand tall with your shoulders level.
Brace your core.
Walk forward with controlled steps.
Switch sides after each set.
Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 3 sets of 30 to 45 seconds per side. Rest for 45 seconds between each set.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e
Best Variations: Longer carries, heavier carries, alternating carries.
Form Tip: Keep your shoulders level and avoid leaning.
Kettlebell Swings
Kettlebell swings bring a dynamic element to core training by combining power and control. As you hinge and drive your hips forward, your core stabilizes the movement and transfers force efficiently. This creates a strong contraction through the midsection while also elevating your heart rate. The continuous motion adds a metabolic component that supports fat loss, and with regular practice, it helps build core strength and endurance.
Muscles Trained: Glutes, hamstrings, core, and shoulders.
How to Do It:
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Hold a kettlebell with both hands.
Hinge at your hips and swing the weight back.
Drive your hips forward to swing it up.
Let the kettlebell return and repeat.
Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 3 sets of 12 to 15 reps. Rest for 45 seconds between each set.
Best Variations: Single-arm swings, tempo swings, pause swings.
Form Tip: Drive the movement from your hips, not your arms.
Goblet Box Squats
Goblet box squats combine lower-body strength with core engagement in a controlled and effective way. Holding the weight in front challenges your core to stay engaged while your legs drive the movement. Sitting back onto the box reinforces proper positioning and depth, which helps activate the glutes and quads. This creates a full-body effort that supports strength and stability. Over time, it contributes to a stronger, better-supported midsection.
Muscles Trained: Quads, glutes, core, and stabilizers.
How to Do It:
Hold a weight at your chest.
Stand in front of a box or chair.
Lower yourself onto the box with control.
Stay tight at the bottom.
Drive through your feet to stand up.
Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 3 sets of 8 to 10 reps. Rest for 45 seconds between each set.
Best Variations: Pause box squats, tempo squats, light resistance squats.
Form Tip: Keep your chest tall and your core engaged throughout.
Simple Daily Habits That Help Firm Your Midsection After 60
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Building a stronger, better-supported midsection is much more effective when your workouts align with consistent daily habits. When you combine dynamic training with intentional movement and recovery, your body responds in a way that feels both noticeable and sustainable.
Train your core through movement: Standing exercises that involve the entire body tend to create better engagement and carryover.
Stay consistent with your routine: Regular training reinforces strength and builds momentum.
Focus on controlled, intentional reps: Slowing your movements increases muscle activation.
Stay active throughout the day: Walking and daily movement support overall energy output.
Progress gradually over time: Small increases in resistance or volume keep your muscles improving.
Support your training with proper nutrition: Balanced meals help reinforce your results.
Stay mindful of posture: Strong alignment helps your core stay engaged throughout the day.
As I like to remind my clients, sticking with these exercises and habits will build a stronger, more responsive midsection that supports you in everything you do.
References
Zhong, Yuanji et al. “Effects of core training on balance performance in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.” Frontiers in public health vol. 13 1661460. 9 Oct. 2025, doi:10.3389/fpubh.2025.1661460
Collado-Mateo, Daniel et al. “Key Factors Associated with Adherence to Physical Exercise in Patients with Chronic Diseases and Older Adults: An Umbrella Review.” International journal of environmental research and public health vol. 18,4 2023. 19 Feb. 2021, doi:10.3390/ijerph18042023
A federal judge has put a temporary stop to President Donald Trump’s ambitious $400 million plan to construct a ballroom at the White House.
This decision follows a lawsuit filed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which took action after the East Wing of the White House was demolished last fall.
In court, the preservation group contended that President Trump required Congressional approval before implementing such significant alterations to the historic building.
In his ruling, U.S. District Judge Richard Leon stated that no current law remotely grants the President the power to undertake the project without Congressional input.
“The President serves as the custodian of the White House for future First Families, but he is certainly not its proprietor,” Leon remarked in his decision.
Leon approved the Trust’s request to have work stopped on the ballroom project amid the legal fight.
He gave a two-week grace period for the implementation of his order and said construction could continue on portions of the project relevant to the security of the White House.
‘It is not too late for Congress to authorize the continued construction of the ballroom project,’ he wrote. ‘The President may at any time go to Congress to obtain express authority to construct a ballroom and to do so with private funds.’
President Donald Trump holds up an image of his proposed ballroom during an Air Force One trip on Sunday
The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued the Trump administration in December after the White House’s East Wing was torn down with zero oversight
The judge, an appointee of Republican President George W. Bush, previously said he believed his decision would be appealed and the case could end up in the Supreme Court.
It was, with the White House appealing the case to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.
‘President Trump clearly has the legal authority to modernize, renovate, and beautify the White House – just like all of his predecessors did. We will immediately appeal this egregious decision and are confident we will prevail,’ spokesperson Davis Ingle told the Daily Mail in a statement.
The President had responded to the news Tuesday with a furious Truth Social post.
In it, he labeled the National Trust for Historic Preservation a ‘Radical Left Group of Lunatics.’
He then bemoaned how the White House ballroom and his takeover of the Kennedy Center have been the subject of lawsuits, but not the Federal Reserve headquarters renovations nor California Governor Gavin Newsom’s ‘RAILROAD TO NOWHERE.’
‘So, the White House Ballroom, and The Trump Kennedy Center, which are under budget, ahead of schedule, and will be among the most magnificent Buildings of their kind anywhere in the World, gets sued by a group that was cut off by Government years ago, but all of the many DISASTERS in our Country are left alone to die,’ Trump posted. ‘Doesn’t make much sense, does it?’
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a Congressionally chartered organization that was funded by the federal government for 30 years after the passage of the National Historic Preservation Act.
President Donald Trump had the East Wing ripped down in October to make way for his 90,000 square foot ballroom
The construction site of the new ballroom photographed from the Washington Monument earlier this month
Workers can be seen working on the site of the former White House East Wing, which was torn down in October to make way for President Donald Trump’s $400 million ballroom
It now lives off private donations.
The group cheered Leon’s decision in a statement.
‘We are pleased with Judge Leon’s ruling today to order a halt to any further ballroom construction until the Administration complies with the law and obtains express authorization to go forward,’ said Carol Quillen, the president and CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
‘This is a win for the American people on a project that forever impacts one of the most beloved and iconic places in our nation,’ she added.
The Trust sued the Trump administration in December after the East Wing had already been turned to rubble and the White House had refused to ensure proper government oversight of the project.
Trump had argued that approvals weren’t necessary due to the project being completely funded by private donations.
The East Wing demolition had been a shock to many, as neither Trump nor White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt had been fully transparent about the plans to tear down the area commonly used to house the offices of the First Lady.
Before the ballroom project began, Trump appointed his Staff Secretary, Will Scharf, to head the National Capital Planning Commission, one of the two panels that generally signs off on federal construction projects in the region.
Scharf said the NCPC doesn’t oversee demolitions, allowing the East Wing destruction to go unchallenged.
A rendering of what President Donald Trump’s proposed ballroom will look like. There have been a number of design changes since the orignal designs were shared
The White House ballroom addition juts out far into the South Lawn. Both architects and average Americans were concerned about the ballroom’s massive size
President Donald Trump showed off the most recent sketches of the White House ballroom on Air Force One on Sunday
The Trust pushed the Trump administration to go through the traditional review processes used for these types of projects.
However Trump had stacked the NCPC and the Commission of Fine Arts, the other review group, with aides and allies.
In February, the Commission of Fine Arts, which commissioners include the President’s 26-year-old executive assistant, fast-tracked the ballroom’s approval without viewing the final design.
On Thursday, the NCPC is expected to do the same thing during the group’s April meeting.
In March, dozens of experts and citizens testified to NCPC commissioners over Zoom about the project.
Only one person, in hours of testimony, talked about it positively.
Architects, preservationists and average Americans called it ‘ugly’ and complained about its immense size.
April Fool’s Day is typically synonymous with playful pranks and harmless jokes, yet it marks a significant milestone in technological history—one that is anything but a jest. Exactly 50 years ago, in a modest garage in California, a venture was born that transformed into a colossal $3.5 trillion enterprise. This was the day Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak officially founded Apple Computer Inc.
Their first creation, a hand-assembled circuit board computer, quickly gained popularity among hobbyists. Its straightforward design and customizable features allowed users to expand and modify it to suit their needs, sparking excitement in the burgeoning tech community.
It was on this day that Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak incorporated Apple Computer Inc. (Apple)
However, it was the launch of the Apple II that truly revolutionized the personal computer industry. As the first fully assembled computer to feature color graphics and user-friendly software, it made computing accessible to homes, schools, and small businesses. The Apple II’s impact was profound, transforming computers from niche machines reserved for large enterprises into essential tools for everyday use.
The first Apple Computer was a favourite with hobbyists. (Apple)
1977 – The Apple II – The company’s bread and butter
Vastly more professional, the Apple II was the first fully assembled computer to bring colour graphics and easy-to-use software into the home, as well as becoming a staple in schools and smaller businesses.
Until the Apple II computers were entirely niche or seen only in large businesses.
This was effectively the start of the personal computer revolution, sparking a competitive race for the personal computer from IBM and a software war with Microsoft.
Until the Apple II computers were entirely niche or seen only in large businesses. (Apple)
The Apple II, then follow-ups through the IIe and more, became the base for the business of Apple, making Steve Jobs one of the richest men in the world.
But Jobs had other things on his mind.
The Macintosh would bring a revolution once again, the simple idea of “point and click” with a mouse and a graphical user interface.
The Macintosh would bring a revolution once again. (Apple)
No complex coding, no type to play; this was a whole new way of operating a computer – something that lives long today and inspired the Microsoft “Windows” operating system.
Behind the Macintosh was a fundamental belief in using computers to inspire creativity and connection.
The company’s famous “1984” Super Bowl ad teased the product before its launch.
The company’s famous “1984” Super Bowl ad teased the product before its launch. (Apple)
1985 – Apple without Steve Jobs
Despite being a revolution, the Macintosh was hard to sell due to its price tag, add to that a battle between Jobs and then CEO John Sculley and the board; Jobs eventually resigned and created his own new computer brand, NeXT.
Revenue came when the company introduced lower-cost Macintosh versions, as well as the intrusion of the PowerBook laptop.
Despite their increase in sales, the company faced far more market competition and attempted to experiment with a range of new products from digital cameras, audio products, and even an early tablet called the Newton.
The demise of the company continued until a return to its origins.
The MacIntosh inspired the Microsoft “Windows” operating system. (Apple)
1997 – Steve Jobs is back
Jobs had a vision; he used that to rekindle innovation, and the business turnaround from this point is nothing short of remarkable.
What looked like a computer monitor was something very different.
An all-in-one computer with translucent backing made in a range of colours, including the original “Bondi Blue”, said to have been named for the colour of the water at Sydney’s Bondi Beach.
The original “Bondi Blue” iMac. (Apple)
Vastly different to the beige computers from every other company, the iMac was easy to use and “quick to get online.”
It also ditched the floppy drive and relied on USB connections.
The iMac evolved over many generations and still exists today as a thin, all-in-one computer in a range of colours, a clear nod to the original.
2001 – More than Computers – the iPod
Portable music players existed already.
We called them MP3 players.
But the iPod changed how it was done, both in design and user interface.
Advertised to the masses as a way to carry “1000 songs in your pocket,” the iPod did to music players what the Macintosh did to computers, making them easy to use and accessible.
The iPod changed how portable music players were done, both in design and user interface. (Apple)
2003 – Changing the Music Industry with iTunes
For the first two years of the iPod, customers used iTunes to “rip” their own CD collection into digital form and play it on the go.
But then, the iTunes Music Store made it possible to buy songs and albums online, legally.
In a time of Napster and illegal music downloads, this helped the music industry find a new path forward in the digital age.
Of course, over time, that also led to streaming music on Spotify, which Apple countered with Apple Music.
The iTunes Music Store made it possible to buy songs and albums online legally. (Apple)
2007 – Crushing BlackBerry with the iPhone
Anyone close to tech will never forget the phrase “An iPod, a Phone, an Internet Communicator” as Steve Jobs introduced the first iPhone.
Things we take for granted today, like pinching the screen to zoom in and out, swiping up and down, or just having the whole world at our fingertips, began this.
This began the demise of the then-popular BlackBerry, which was the first true smartphone, but they were unable to compete with Apple’s full-screen display.
Steve Jobs introduces the first iPhone. (Apple)
The true power of the Apple iPhone and subsequent new products is the software, and much of that is not the brainchild of Apple, but instead, independent developers all around the world.
Apps have been created that no one would have ever dreamt of, even Steve Jobs.
We now order food and cars to pick us up on our phone, people meet the love of their lives on apps, and apps are used to create wonderful images and content too.
The multi-billion-dollar economy that was created as a result of the App Store simply didn’t exist beforehand.
iPhones have become a popular option with tech consumers. (Supplied)
Taking that touch-screen to a new level, the iPad brought computing to a new level of portability.
Empowered by that same App Store which drove the iPhone, the iPad replaced laptops for some, and became a new way to consume content across millions of homes.
It’s even used by pilots replacing thick and heavy books in the cockpit.
The iPad brought computing to a new level of portability. (Apple)
2011 – The end of a legacy
Steve Jobs battled a rare form of pancreatic cancer for some time, before losing that battle in 2011.
He chose Tim Cook to take over as CEO, and Cook continues in that role today.
At the heart of almost every decision that’s made at Apple has Steve Job’s legacy at its core, something the company and its leadership is never ashamed to admit.
Tim Cook joined Apple in 1998 and served in a variety of senior roles before assuming his current position. (AP)
2014 – Tap your phone to pay
Apple Pay was a slow launch for the company, battling banks here in Australia and stubborn retailers in the US.
But today, it’s inspired a simple new generation of payments.
Now available on iPhone and Apple Watch wherever you go, and even on Macs and iPads for online payments, it’s a secure new way to process payments.
The Apple Watch was introduced in 2014. (Apple)
It was also 2014 when the Apple Watch was introduced, bringing a new level of fitness tracking and notification access to users.
That device today does so much more, from SOS emergency alerts to high-level health monitoring, including a medically certified ECG.
Bluetooth headphones are the norm today, but 10 years ago, Apple’s first version drew attention for its design and ease of connectivity.
Today, they have some of the best noise cancellation on the market and can be used to perform live translations and even act as Hearing-Aids.
Many wouldn’t know what Apple Silicon is – but most of us know what Intel is.
In 2020, Apple began to phase out the use of Intel processors in their computers in favour of chips they designed and manufactured themselves.
Today, that gives them some of the most efficient and high-performance computers on the market, desktop and portable.
A device you wear on your head, blocking out the world around you to see a whole new world of computing.
Apple calls it spatial computing.
Still in search of a use, it’s likely this is a precursor to Apple’s likely move into wearable computing, such as sunglasses, as several other companies have done, but only time will tell.
Apple describes its Vision Pro as spatial computing. (Apple)
Imagine earning $100 billion annually without selling a product? That’s the revenue Apple makes from Services.
Services refer to subscriptions to Apple Music, Apple TV, and sales on the App Store.
This is also the year Apple went low cost with their Mac computers for the first time – the MacBook Neo is a remarkable product at a low $899 price that is already proving successful for Apple.
At the same time, Apple appears to be lagging behind in the “AI Revolution”.
Their Apple Intelligence offers a secure way to perform basic tasks but does not compete with the Google, OpenAI, or Microsoft offerings.
Whether that’s a good or bad thing for their long-term business, we’ll not know for a while.
What we do know is that as a $3.5 trillion dollar business, they are here for the long term and maintain a strong, even enviable level of desirability in the market across all their products.
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Singer and actress Brandy Rayana Norwood, known to millions simply as Brandy, has unveiled her deeply personal memoir titled Phases on March 31, 2026. Through this memoir, she provides a raw and intimate portrayal of the tragic car accident that transpired on the 405 freeway in December 2006, claiming the life of 38-year-old Awatef Aboudihaj. The Grammy-award winner candidly shares the profound grief and excruciating survivor’s guilt that plagued her, admitting that she once felt she “had no right to continue living” after the incident.
This memoir emerges nearly twenty years after the unfortunate multi-vehicle collision, shedding light on a calamity that not only took a life but also abruptly stalled Brandy’s flourishing career following the release of her 2004 album, Afrodisiac. In her recounting, Brandy reveals that despite being cleared of negligence after an extensive investigation and settling a hefty $50 million lawsuit out of court, the burden of guilt had already deeply embedded itself within her psyche.
The Chilly December Morning on the 405: Brandy’s Exact Words
Brandy, in her memoir, describes her state of mind on that fateful December morning. She recalls being “clear-headed” and “focused” as she navigated the familiar concrete stretch of the 405 freeway. “It was just another drive, another day,” she writes, painting a picture of normalcy before the tragedy struck.
However, that ordinary day turned catastrophic without warning. Brandy describes how the incident shattered her sense of familiarity, dividing her life into a “before and after.” She recounts how the danger went unseen until it was too late, leading to a chain reaction that forever altered her world.
“Guilt Gripped My Throat”: The Moment She Learned the Victim Died
In the immediate aftermath, Brandy initially believed she was at fault for the crash. It was only later, after a bystander intervened, that she learned otherwise. Her memories are vivid; she recalls witnessing Aboudihaj being pulled from the wreckage and the haunting sound of sirens receding into the distance.
The woman died the next day. “Guilt gripped my throat, squeezed harder and harder until breathing became a conscious effort,” Brandy writes. “It was an accident a tragic convergence of circumstance and human error. But a woman had lost her life. And I had lived.”
Why Brandy Felt She Had “No Right to Smile or Sing”
The survivor guilt consumed the singer entirely. “I no longer felt I had the right to continue living my life, or even to experience fleeting glimmers of joy,” she writes.
“The woman who had died would never again feel sunshine on her face or hold her children close. Who was I to smile? To sing? To exist in a world where she no longer could?” She hid from the world for months, sometimes fantasizing about “escaping” entirely.
The Investigation That Cleared Her Name – And Why It Wasn’t Enough
The California Highway Patrol initially suggested Brandy was at fault, but a thorough investigation concluded otherwise. “An investigation eventually concluded that this tragic alignment of circumstances wasn’t the result of my negligence,” Brandy writes.
Her attorney, Blair Berk, stated in 2007 that Brandy should not face criminal charges. The victim’s family filed a $50 million lawsuit, settled out of court in 2009. But Brandy says the legal clearance came too late: “By then, the guilt had already calcified in my soul, hardening into something permanent and unmovable.”
How Daughter Sy’Rai Became Brandy’s Lifeline After the Crash
During her darkest period, Brandy’s young daughter, Sy’Rai, became her anchor. According to the memoir, it was Sy’Rai who helped pull her back from the brink of despair.
While Brandy does not detail specifics in released excerpts, she has previously acknowledged that motherhood forced her to confront her grief rather than remain in isolation. Sy’Rai, now an adult, has remained a constant presence throughout her mother’s healing journey.
Therapy and Self-Grace: How the Grief Finally Softened
Recovery did not come quickly. Brandy writes that she spent years unable to forgive herself. Through persistent therapy, she eventually learned to give herself grace. “The grief never left,” she writes.
“But it softened. It made room. I stopped asking it to go away.” This process, she explains, did not erase the tragedy but allowed her to coexist with it — a central theme of the memoir’s title, Phases.
The Career Impact Nobody Talks About: From Afrodisiac to Healing
Before the crash, Brandy had released Afrodisiac (2004), an album now regarded as a career high point. The accident halted her artistic momentum. While she continued to release music, the years following were marked by emotional withdrawal rather than creative output.
The memoir suggests the crash fundamentally altered her relationship with fame, shifting her priorities from industry success to survival and, later, to intentional healing.
Brandy’s Message to Anyone Carrying Guilt: You Can Still Exist
Through her memoir, Brandy offers a message to others burdened by guilt: existence after trauma is possible. She does not suggest the guilt disappears but emphasizes that it does not have to define one’s entire life.
Her willingness to revisit the accident publicly, 18 years later, reflects a hard-won acceptance. “The shame ends here,” she writes elsewhere in the book regarding other traumas a sentiment that applies equally to the crash.
What Changed in 18 Years: From 2010 Tears on TV to 2026 Memoir
Brandy first publicly wept discussing the accident during a 2010 television interview, but she provided few details at the time. Now, with Phases, she offers the complete narrative from the morning of the crash to the legal battle, from isolation to recovery.
The memoir also arrives days after Brandy received her Hollywood Walk of Fame star on March 30, 2026, marking a symbolic full circle in her public redemption.
Why This Memoir Moment Matters Now: Brandy’s Full Circle
The release of Phases represents more than a celebrity tell-all; it documents a survivor’s journey through trauma to self-acceptance. For fans who followed her career through the 2000s, the book provides long-awaited context for her years of silence.
For broader audiences, Brandy’s account adds to the public understanding of survivor guilt how it operates, how it calcifies, and how, with time and support, it can soften.
Lily Collins delighted her followers on Tuesday by sharing a heartwarming collection of family photos featuring her husband, Charlie McDowell, and their daughter, Tove.
The 37-year-old star of “Emily In Paris” appeared blissfully in love with her husband, director Charlie McDowell, 42, as they showered affection on their 13-month-old daughter, born through surrogacy.
The couple exuded parental pride in the sun-drenched pictures, while Lily also offered a sneak peek into some of her recent professional endeavors.
In one of the photos, Lily showcased her athletic side, flaunting her toned physique in a sleek black tennis outfit during a workout session.
She penned in the caption of her post: ‘Work life balance…’
Lily and Charlie, who is the son of actor Malcolm McDowell, announced their engagement in September 2020 after crossing paths on the set of his film “Gilded Rage” the previous year.
Lily Collins posted a series of sweet family snaps with her husband Charlie McDowell and their daughter Tove on Tuesday
The Emily In Paris actress, 37, put on a loved-up display with director Charlie, 42, as they doted on their 13-month-old daughter who they welcomed via surrogate
They exchanged vows in an intimate wedding ceremony in Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado, in September 2021.
They welcomed Tove via a surrogate in January last year.
The actress is now planning to move from Los Angeles to London with her husband and their daughter.
Sources say she has been eyeing up a return to Britain since ‘falling in love’ with London during her 12-week run in the West End thriller Barcelona over Christmas in 2024.
Now Lily, the daughter of pop star Phil Collins, hopes to make the move permanent as she considers school options for Tove, who was born via a surrogate in January last year.
A source told Daily Mail: ‘Lily grew up in the English countryside with many happy memories and she wants the same for her daughter.
‘But instead of the countryside, she has fallen in love with London because that’s where she has lots of friends and family.
‘She is particularly taken with the north, like Hampstead and Queen’s Park.’
Earlier this month, Lily was reunited with her engagement ring, three years after it was stolen from an upscale Los Angeles spa.
One snap also saw her showing off her toned figure in a black tennis outfit as she got some exercise
The pair looked every inch the proud parents in the sunny snaps while Lily also gave a glimpse into some recent work projects
She penned in the caption of her post: ‘Work life balance…’
Lily and Charlie – the son of actor Malcolm McDowell – confirmed their engagement in September 2020, after meeting on the set of his film Gilded Rage the previous year
They welcomed Tove via a surrogate in January last year
The actress is now planning to move from Los Angeles to London with her husband and their daughter
Sources say she has been eyeing up a return to Britain since ‘falling in love’ with London during her 12-week run in the West End thriller Barcelona over Christmas in 2024
A source told Daily Mail: ‘Lily grew up in the English countryside with many happy memories and she wants the same for her daughter’
She shared some adorable snaps of her daughter
The actress was devastated after the ‘exceptionally rare’ item was swiped during her stay at the West Hollywood EDITION Hotel on Sunset Boulevard in 2023.
Lily had placed the engagement ring – specially designed by her husband and understood to be worth more than £65,000 – in storage at the venue.
When she returned, the Emily In Paris star found her belongings had been swiped, but there was no sign of forced entry.
The actress confirmed the ring had finally been returned via a Chicago based jeweller on Instagram.
Sharing a photo of the distinctive rose-cut diamond, she wrote: ‘So grateful to @joethejewelerchicago for helping recover my original engagement ring after it was stolen almost three years ago.
‘Having this home means SO much to us. I’m still speechless it’s back on my finger.’
Body camera footage captures the intense scene as Florida police intervened at a viral teen “takeover” event that saw hundreds of young people causing disruption in local businesses.
The chaos erupted when a large crowd of teenagers descended upon Air Trampoline and Adventure Park in Brandon on Saturday, March 21, as reported by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office via social media.
“We’ve observed around 200 minors creating disorder and pandemonium,” stated Chief Deputy Joseph Maurer, as noted by FOX 13. “This behavior is simply unacceptable.”
The body camera footage reveals officers tackling the disarray, with images of scattered shoe bins on the floor and the sounds of screams echoing throughout the indoor park.
During the frenzied teen “takeover” at Air Trampoline and Adventure Park in Brandon, Florida, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, an employee is seen guiding a deputy through the tumultuous scene. (Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office)
“Can you follow me?” An employee can be heard asking a responding officer. “My director is asking for an officer on the trampolines over here.”
Footage shows the employee leading the officer through the packed park before taking an individual into custody.
Once outside the building, officers proceeded to encourage the large group of teenagers to head home as they spilled into the parking lot.
Law enforcement officers arrive at Air Trampoline and Adventure Park during a chaotic teen “takeover” in Brandon, Florida on Saturday, March 21, 2026.(Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office)
A group of individuals are also seen in handcuffs and lined up against the hood of a vehicle.
“We probably sent about 40 to 50 units there,” Maurer said, according to FOX 13. “It is a resource drain for our community.”
Eight teens were taken into custody and charged with trespassing after they allegedly refused to leave the trampoline park after repeated requests from authorities.
The chaos ultimately forced the business to close early, HCSO said.
Several individuals are handcuffed outside Air Trampoline and Adventure Park during a chaotic teen “takeover” in Brandon, Florida on Saturday, March 21, 2026.(Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office)
The incident was only the latest in a recent uptick of chaotic teen “takeover” events, in which large groups will circulate plans to meet at a public location using social media, FOX 13 reported.
The events are typically unsanctioned and to the surprise of local law enforcement.
“If they’re going there to cause a disturbance, create a ruckus and create fights,” Maurer said. “They have no reasonable reason to be there.”
Twenty teens have already been arrested throughout Brandon in connection with three separate “takeover” events, FOX 13 reported.
Chris Maganias, owner of Astro Skate in Brandon, told the outlet his business has also been targeted by swaths of rowdy youngsters.
“That crowd does not come to jump at the trampoline park, buy stuff at the mall or skate at the roller ring,” Maganias said. “They come to fight.”
As a result, Maganias has been forced to install metal detectors and increase security within his business to respond to the violence.
“You post it, we’re going to make sure we deny admission,” Maganias said. “We’re going to clear our parking lots, and we’ll hire extra sheriff’s deputies.”
HCSO did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Julia Bonavita is a U.S. Writer for Fox News Digital and a Fox Flight Team drone pilot. You can follow her at @juliabonavita13 on all platforms and send story tips to julia.bonavita@fox.com.
Inset: Beimin Cheng, left, and Linlin Guo (GoFundMe). Background: Police in Walnut Creek, California, investigate after a man allegedly killed Cheng and Guo (KNTV).
In a chilling case unfolding in California, authorities allege that a 44-year-old man orchestrated a deadly plot with a hired assassin to eliminate a romantic rival, a year before he tragically ended the lives of his wife and mother-in-law.
Howard Wang has been formally accused of murdering Chengli Li, who was shot and killed in San Gabriel on June 8, 2024, according to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office. Wang was already facing dual murder charges for the deaths of Linlin Guo and her mother, Beimin Cheng, which occurred in September 2025.
Prosecutors claim Li was in a relationship with Wang’s mistress, Yan Wang, aged 45, who is not related to Howard Wang. Allegedly, Howard Wang and 33-year-old Demarques James Pearl traveled from the Bay Area to San Gabriel on June 7, 2024, with murderous intentions. As reported by The Press Democrat, Pearl, believed to be affiliated with the Crips gang, was hired as the hitman. The following day, Pearl allegedly executed the fatal shooting of Li outside his apartment, while Howard Wang waited as the getaway driver.
More than a year later, on September 18, Howard Wang is accused of murdering Guo and Cheng at their residence on Kelobra Court, Walnut Creek. According to Bay Area CBS affiliate KPIX, Wang reportedly slit their throats, subsequently claiming to investigators that he fired at an escaping intruder he alleged was responsible for the crime. At the time of these murders, another adult and two children were present in the home but were unharmed.
Howard Wang was apprehended over a week after the incident and has remained in custody at the Contra Costa County Jail. Prosecutors have stated that because the murder plan was devised in Contra Costa County, the trial will take place there. Pearl is scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday, while Howard Wang will face the judge on April 14.
As Law&Crime previously reported, cops also arrested Yan Wang on charges of accessory after the fact, residential burglary and destroying evidence.
Prosecutors allege Yan Wang tried to help her boyfriend “avoid arrest, trial, conviction, and punishment” for the slayings of his wife and mother-in-law. She also is accused of destroying cellphones to “prevent evidence from being produced.” She allegedly broke into the home where Howard Wang and Guo lived with “intent to commit larceny” the day after the murders.
Cops arrested her on Sept. 24 near her home in Oakland. She also remains in the Contra Costa County Jail.
Authorities say Howard Wang threatened to kill his wife in August 2024 and prevented her from reporting another crime to cops on Jan. 7, 2023. Police did not expand on those allegations, nor have officials divulged a motive for the alleged murders.
Local Fox affiliate KTVU reported that at Howard Wang’s first appearance, there was a physical altercation between Yan Wang and Linlin Guo’s family members after the defendant’s mistress showed up in court. The station, citing court documents, also said that Howard Wang filed for divorce in January 2024 but sought to have the matter dismissed months later.
“This case serves as a sobering reminder of domestic violence’s far-reaching consequences,” Contra Costa District Attorney Diana Becton said in a statement. “Our office will pursue justice with the seriousness and urgency this tragedy demands.”
