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Sharon Osbourne Replays Emotional Trump Call the Media Won’t Talk About
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Sharon Osbourne Replays Emotional Trump Call the Media Won’t Talk About

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Sharon Osbourne spoke publicly this week about the condolence messages her family received following the death of her husband, Ozzy Osbourne, in July, including a voicemail left by President Donald Trump.

The discussion took place during a recent episode of “The Osbournes Podcast,” where Sharon appeared with her children, Jack and Kelly Osbourne.

The family described receiving messages from figures ranging from King Charles III to President Trump, as well as thousands of others. During the episode, they replayed the voicemail Trump left for Sharon after learning of Ozzy’s passing.

“Hi Sharon, it’s Donald Trump, and I just wanted to wish you the best and the family … Ozzy was amazing, he was an amazing guy,” President Trump said.

“I met him a few times, and I want to tell you he was unique in every way and talented.”

“So, I just wanted to wish you the best, and it’s a tough thing,” he continued.

“I know how close you were, and whatever I can do. Take care of yourself. Say hello to the family. Thanks, bye.”

Jack Osbourne noted the significance of the outreach, saying, “Love him or hate him, he didn’t have to call and leave a voicemail.”

Sharon became emotional while listening to the message again and said, “For him to take his time to do that for us. And because you know what? He doesn’t live in a bubble.” She added, “He knows what’s going on in the streets. He knows what is going on.”

Sharon said her reaction was not connected to politics, but to her experience with President Trump personally.

“Listen, when it comes to politics, we know nobody comes out a winner,” she said.

“Whoever you like, half of people are gonna [be unhappy], and now it’s more so than ever in history… You can’t come out a winner. All I know is a man that I know, I worked with for a month — I spent one month with him and his wife [Melania], who was always gracious, elegant, just a delight to talk to his wife.”

She described her interactions with President Trump over the years.

“He [Trump] was always, ‘How are the children? How’s Kelly? I’m so proud of Kelly and Jack for what they’ve done,’” she said.

“Their manners are great. And he was just a great guy to talk to, and he has always treated me with respect.”

Another example of support shown by President Trump was referenced from a separate account provided earlier by United States Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, a longtime friend of the president.

Witkoff spoke at the Republican National Convention in 2024 about moments he witnessed outside the public eye after losing his 18-year-old son to an opioid overdose.

Steve Witkoff said, “Many Americans have only witnessed his leadership on TV. But I have seen his humanity in the quiet moments… in hospital rooms he didn’t have to be in… that’s who he is… when he has everything to lose and nothing to gain, Donald Trump shows up.”

During the podcast, the Osbourne family focused on the outreach they received, including the message from President Trump, as they discussed their experiences in the weeks following Ozzy Osbourne’s death.

Disney is Losing Tens of Millions a Week as YouTube Blackout Drags On
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Disney is Losing Tens of Millions a Week as YouTube Blackout Drags On

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Disney is facing substantial financial losses as its carriage dispute with YouTube TV extends into its thirteenth day, leaving millions of viewers without access to ABC, ESPN, and related networks.

A Wall Street analysis released this week estimated that the impasse is costing Disney tens of millions of dollars each week.

YouTube TV, one of the largest streaming cable replacements in the U.S., dropped Disney-owned channels earlier this month after the companies failed to reach a distribution agreement.

The blackout, which began nearly two weeks ago, affects ABC, ESPN, and several other Disney-owned outlets.

Morgan Stanley evaluated the financial impact of the standoff in a research note published Sunday.

The firm estimated that a 14-day blackout would create a $60 million revenue headwind for Disney.

That equates to roughly $30 million per week, or about $4.3 million per day in lost revenue.

In addition, Morgan Stanley projected that each week of lost distribution would reduce Disney’s adjusted earnings per share by $0.02.

The research note emphasized the size of YouTube TV’s customer base, describing it as the third-largest multichannel video provider in the United States.

Despite the financial consequences, the firm projected that the dispute would likely be resolved later this week.

Morgan Stanley maintained its overweight rating for Disney stock and set a price target of $140. Disney shares traded near $116 on Wednesday.

In response to the blackout, YouTube TV announced compensation for subscribers who lost access to Disney-owned networks.

The company said Sunday in a post on X that it will issue a $20 credit to affected accounts.

“We’ve been working to negotiate a deal with Disney that pays them fairly for their content and returns their programming to YouTube TV. We know it’s been disappointing to lose Disney channels, and in light of the disruption, we’re offering our subscribers a $20 credit,” the company wrote.

YouTube TV said the credit will be distributed soon. “Over the next few days, family managers will receive an email with instructions on how to redeem their $20 YouTube TV credit. We remain committed to working with Disney to bring their content back, and we appreciate your patience while we work toward a solution,” the post concluded.

Disney has pushed back on YouTube TV’s characterization of the negotiations.

Disney Entertainment co-Chairs Dana Walden and Alan Bergman, along with ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro, told employees in a memo Friday that “YouTube TV continues to insist on receiving preferential terms that are below market and has made few concessions.”

The companies held discussions last week about restoring ABC for Election Day coverage, but those efforts did not result in an agreement.

As a result, YouTube TV subscribers were unable to access ABC’s election programming.

The blackout has also affected sports fans, as ESPN and ABC regularly carry live sporting events.

With the dispute ongoing, viewers subscribed to YouTube TV have been unable to watch ESPN broadcasts or ABC’s sports coverage, which typically includes college football and other major events.

Negotiations between Disney and YouTube TV continue as both companies face mounting pressure from viewers affected by the prolonged disruption.

K-Pop Star Suddenly Collapses Mid Song and Dance On Stage in Macau, China
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K-Pop Star Suddenly Collapses Mid Song and Dance On Stage in Macau, China

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Singer HyunA collapsed during a live performance on November 9, prompting widespread concern from fans after the incident occurred at a music festival in Macau, a region in China.

The collapse happened while she was performing her song “Bubble Pop,” one of her most well-known releases.

Video from the event showed HyunA falling to the ground mid-performance. Event staff and fellow performers moved quickly to assist her before she was taken offstage.

Following the incident, she addressed fans directly through social media, offering an apology and expressing regret over the interruption.

“I am really really sorry.. It was a short while since the previous show though I wanted to show a good look,” HyunA wrote in a post originally in Korean and translated through Google.

She also noted that she could not recall details from the moment she fell, writing, “I don’t remember anything” about the performance.

HyunA told fans she intends to focus on her health going forward.

“From now on, I’ll try to develop more stamina and work hard consistently,” she wrote.

“It would be great if everything goes according to my wish, but I’ll try..!!”

Fans responded quickly in the comment section of her post, expressing concern and urging her to prioritize her well-being.

One fan wrote, “The problem is not stamina or professionalism. K-pop company must absolutely understand they need to treat idols correctly in terms of health and work charge.

Even considering their view of it, idols look prettier when they’re healthy and happy than when they’re overworked and trying unnecessary and unhealthy weight losses. How can’t they understand that? Big support to you.”

Another commenter expressed concern about her workload and health pressures, writing, “Whoever told you to apologize has no soul. It’s probably the same person that put your health in this position. You can either listen to your body and take breaks when you need to or your body will take a break and likely during an inconvenient time. You’re too young to be dealing with this. Mental and physical health go hand in hand. Eat something today, hydrate and rest.”

The incident followed a series of personal posts from HyunA that drew attention from fans in the days leading up to the concert.

On November 4, she shared a photo of a scale on Instagram, noting in the caption that she had a “long way to go” to reach her ideal weight.

HyunA debuted in the K-pop industry as a member of the Wonder Girls in 2007. She later pursued a solo career, releasing her single “Change” in 2010.

In 2011, she released the EP “Bubble Pop!,” which became a major part of her rise in global popularity.

Alongside her solo work, she performed in the groups Trouble Maker and Triple H.

Her onstage collapse and recent social media activity have prompted significant concern from fans who have followed her career for more than a decade.

Joe Rogan Shocked, Reveals We Could Be Closer to a Real Civil War Than He Thought
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Joe Rogan Shocked, Reveals We Could Be Closer to a Real Civil War Than He Thought

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Podcast host Joe Rogan said Tuesday that the public reaction to the death of Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk shows how politically divided the United States has become, warning that the country may be approaching a civil conflict.

Rogan discussed the growing polarization between America’s political left and right during an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience featuring guest Brian Redban.

He pointed to the September shooting of Kirk during a campus event as an example of how extreme partisanship has escalated into moral and social instability.

“Charlie Kirk gets shot and people are celebrating like, ‘whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. You want people to die that you disagree with?’ Like, where are we right now on the scale of one-to-civil war? Where are we? Are we at seven? Because I thought we were at a five. I thought we were like four. Four or five,” Rogan said.

“But after the Charlie Kirk thing, I’m like, ‘Oh, we might be like seven.’ This might be like step seven on the way to a bona fide civil war.”

Rogan said the celebration of Kirk’s assassination, which occurred in front of witnesses and was captured on video, revealed a serious moral decline in the country.

He said that the willingness to cheer the death of a political opponent—particularly one whose chief offense was expressing unpopular opinions—shows how far the nation has fallen in its ability to disagree peacefully.

“When people start rejoicing over someone’s death—especially a public killing witnessed by the world and their family—it reflects a disturbing moral decline,” Rogan said.

“If the person’s biggest offense was merely saying things others disagreed with, then celebrating their violent death is deeply troubling.”

Rogan noted that the disturbing reaction did not come solely from internet fringe groups but also from individuals with verified professional backgrounds who publicly celebrated the shooting on social media.

“This is nuts,” Rogan said.

“Like what are you guys on? What’s happening here?”

The podcast host has repeatedly spoken out against political violence, warning that the normalization of such behavior threatens to destabilize the country. Following Kirk’s death, he said it shocked him to see ordinary people openly celebrating the assassination online.

“It’s just bizarre, like, normal people that, I think, think they’re good people, and they think, they genuinely think, that guy was a bad guy,” Rogan said.

“And I don’t think they’re right. And I think they were indoctrinated. And I don’t agree with everything that Charlie Kirk said or did.”

Rogan’s comments come amid continuing unrest surrounding Turning Point USA events across the country.

Months after Kirk’s death, TPUSA gatherings have faced escalating protests and violent confrontations.

At a Monday event at the University of California, Berkeley, police arrested a man accused of assaulting a TPUSA supporter outside the venue.

According to local authorities, the suspect faces multiple violent crime charges. Four women were also arrested for felony vandalism linked to the same incident.

“Right now at our Turning Point USA campus tour stop at UC Berkeley… Antifa is breaking through police barricades and threatening our event attendees,” TPUSA chief of staff Mikey McCoy said on X.

Federal and local law enforcement agencies continue to investigate the September assassination of Charlie Kirk.

His killing has drawn condemnation from political leaders and public figures across the spectrum, while his supporters have called for stronger measures to protect free speech advocates on college campuses.

Rogan said the aftermath of Kirk’s death should serve as a warning to Americans that open hostility between political factions is spiraling into something far more dangerous.

“We’re not just arguing anymore,” he said.

“We’re cheering death. And that’s when civilizations start to come apart.”

‘Home Improvement’ Actor Accused of Assaulting Girlfriend, Threatening to Kill Her
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‘Home Improvement’ Actor Accused of Assaulting Girlfriend, Threatening to Kill Her

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Actor Zachery Ty Bryan, best known for his role on the 1990s sitcom Home Improvement, has been accused of assaulting his then-girlfriend and threatening to kill her, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. A California judge has since issued a five-year restraining order against him, as reported by TMZ.

The documents state that the incident took place on July 3, when Bryan allegedly struck his girlfriend in the right temple after she playfully bit his nipple while they were lying together. The woman told police that Bryan’s behavior escalated into violence, leaving her fearful for her safety.

Days later, the woman said the two got into a verbal argument, during which Bryan allegedly threatened her life and told her, “Shut the f*** up or I’m gonna shut you up.” She also reported that Bryan took their dog, locked himself in a room, and punched the door until it split from the frame.

The woman told investigators that she and Bryan had been dating for about three months at the time. She also alleged that in June—about a month before the reported assault—Bryan sprayed their dog in the face with bleach during another argument.

Following the July incident, a judge ordered Bryan to stay at least 100 yards away from the woman until September 29, 2030. TMZ reported that Bryan has not yet responded to requests for comment.

This is not the first time the 42-year-old actor has faced domestic violence allegations. On New Year’s Day 2024, Bryan was taken into custody in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, after allegedly punching and choking a woman and threatening to kill her.

He was also arrested in July 2023 for domestic violence and pleaded guilty in 2021 to menacing and assault in the fourth degree after allegedly strangling a former girlfriend. In addition to those incidents, Bryan was arrested in 2024 on charges of driving under the influence.

Bryan first gained national attention for his role as Brad Taylor on the ABC sitcom Home Improvement, which ran from 1991 to 1999. Since then, his acting career has largely stalled amid repeated run-ins with the law.

The court order issued this week adds to Bryan’s growing legal troubles, marking yet another case involving accusations of violence and threats against women.

Jon Stewart Goes Berserk After Democrats Cave on Government Shutdown Agreement
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Jon Stewart Goes Berserk After Democrats Cave on Government Shutdown Agreement

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“The Daily Show” host Jon Stewart took aim at Senate Democrats on Monday following passage of legislation that ended the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, criticizing the party for agreeing to a deal without securing its key priorities.

The Senate passed an amended continuing resolution that will fund the government through Jan. 30, 2026, while providing full-year appropriations for the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and military construction projects.

The legislation moved forward with bipartisan support after weeks of negotiation.

Stewart opened his Monday episode by telling viewers that the show was sponsored by “I can’t f**king believe it!”

“And what, you ask, is ‘it?’ Well, ‘it’ is the Democrats. You remember the Democrats,” Stewart said.

“They shut down the government last month for a very particular reason.”

He then played a montage of Democratic lawmakers, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), calling for the extension of enhanced subsidies for the Affordable Care Act that were enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The montage was followed by a clip of Fox News host Dana Perino announcing that Democrats had “caved” on the shutdown.

“Excuse me, ‘cave on the shutdown?’ Huh? Not this forceful, young, authentic Democratic Party that hangs out down by the river and curses in what appears to be a cerulean blue blazer,” Stewart said sarcastically.

“And I say… no f**king way. No, they f**king caved on the shutdown.”

Stewart went on to criticize Senate Democrats for what he described as surrendering too quickly after a string of favorable election results.

“Not even a full week removed from the best election night results they’ve had in years, seven Democratic senators and an ‘independent’ voted with their Republican counterparts to end the shutdown and reopen the government,” he said.

“And did they get their extended healthcare subsidies?”

A clip from ABC News followed, reporting that Republicans had only agreed to hold a future vote on extending the enhanced subsidies.

“I cannot f**king believe it! You had the wind at your back! Election victories all over the country. The new Sydney Sweeney movie, box office bupkis!” Stewart exclaimed, referencing the underperformance of the actress’s recent film.

“Apparently, her new MAGA fanbase didn’t show up in droves to see a biopic about a lesbian professional boxer who overcomes domestic violence to live her truth. Who could have seen that coming? Democrats, you sold out the entire shutdown not to get what you wanted, but for a promise to not get what you wanted later.”

He continued his critique by mocking the Democrats’ negotiating approach.

“Where in ‘The Art of War’—hold on. Okay, here it is. I got it. Sun Tzu said, ‘Never press your advantage. It’s unseemly! Fighting’s hard. How ’bout a snack?’” Stewart said.

“I can’t f**king believe it. And by the way, what good does a promise of a Senate vote even do for you? Democrats, you don’t control the Senate. Do you even know how this shit works? Let’s just say that you managed to win a vote in the Senate, which you haven’t done all year, do you know what happens then?”

Schumer’s handling of the negotiations has drawn sharp criticism from both left-leaning commentators and members of his own party.

Several Democratic lawmakers and progressive figures faulted him for helping advance a Republican-led spending package earlier this year to avert a shutdown, arguing it weakened the party’s leverage and undercut its message on protecting healthcare subsidies.

The deal, while ending a record-length shutdown, has deepened divisions among Democrats who believe the party gave away its negotiating position without securing tangible results.

With the continuing resolution extending funding into early 2026, further debates over healthcare policy and fiscal priorities are expected to resurface in the coming months.

‘The View’s’ Sunny Hostin Attacks Fetterman, He Shuts Down Her Shutdown Comments
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‘The View’s’ Sunny Hostin Attacks Fetterman, He Shuts Down Her Shutdown Comments

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Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) defended his decision to vote for legislation reopening the federal government during a tense exchange with The View co-host Sunny Hostin on Tuesday, after she accused him of surrendering leverage in negotiations with Republicans.

The appearance came one day after Fetterman joined seven other senators in voting for an updated continuing resolution to end the 41-day shutdown, marking the longest in U.S. history.

The bill passed with bipartisan support in the Senate and is expected to move through the House later this week.

Hostin began the interview by referencing recent criticism from within the Democratic Party, quoting Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA), who both argued that the shutdown should have continued until Republicans agreed to extend enhanced healthcare subsidies.

She also noted that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) had blamed Republicans for the impasse.

“As you mentioned, Democrats had big wins last week, so you had momentum. Why give in now? Why bring a butter knife to a gunfight?” Hostin asked.

“Are you willing to gamble that the GOP will negotiate on healthcare in good faith once the government reopens? Because if that gamble is wrong, half a million Pennsylvanians that you represent, their healthcare costs will skyrocket if you are wrong. I believe you are wrong.”

Fetterman, who has consistently voted with Republicans to end the shutdown, rejected Hostin’s characterization and defended his stance as one focused on the needs of working families.

“MTG is quite literally the last person in America that I’m going to take advice or to get their kinds of my leadership and values from,” he said, referring to Greene.

“Now, if Democrats are celebrating crazy pants like that, then that’s on them. Now, I don’t need a lecture from, whether it’s Bernie or the governor in California, because they are representing very deep-blue kinds of populations and a lot of those things were part of the extreme.”

Fetterman pointed to the human impact of the shutdown, particularly on low-income families and federal workers.

“Forty-two million Americans now are not sure where their next meal is going to come from, and because we vote like that. Or people that haven’t been paid for five weeks now, and that kinds of chaos. Those workers borrow more than half a billion dollars from their credit union just to pay their bills,” he said.

He also cited Virginia Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, who recently cautioned Democrats not to misinterpret last week’s election victories as justification for continuing the shutdown.

“I refuse to weaponize the SNAP benefit for 42 million Americans that rely on feeding themselves and their family, or making flying in America, you know, less safe, or I refuse not to pay our military and all of the unions attached to all of this, and people,” Fetterman said.

“So for me it’s like I don’t agree with that tactic to respond to circumstances that we’re confronting on this.”

Fetterman’s position places him among a small group of Democrats — including Sens. Angus King (I-ME), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) — who broke ranks with their party leadership to vote in favor of ending the shutdown.

Hostin has been vocal in her criticism of Senate Democrats who supported reopening the government, saying Monday that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s leadership was “over” and that he should be replaced after failing to keep the caucus unified.

Fetterman previously wrote on social media in early October that his votes reflected a choice to “put country over party,” citing the immediate consequences of withholding SNAP benefits and military pay as key factors.

The continuing resolution approved by the Senate will fund the government through early 2026, providing appropriations for major departments including Agriculture, Veterans Affairs, and Defense, while also setting up a December vote to address the expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits that initially divided the parties.

Democrat Civil War Erupts on ‘The View’: ‘Chuck Schumer’s Days Are Over’
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Democrat Civil War Erupts on ‘The View’: ‘Chuck Schumer’s Days Are Over’

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Democrats are in turmoil after eight members of their Senate caucus joined Republicans on Sunday night to advance a stopgap measure reopening the government.

The move, which followed 40 days of gridlock, has sparked an internal backlash that now threatens Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s leadership and further divided the party.

The vote marked a major shift in the standoff that led to the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Eight Senate Democrats — Dick Durbin, Jacky Rosen, John Fetterman, Catherine Cortez Masto, Jeanne Shaheen, Maggie Hassan, Tim Kaine, and independent Angus King, who caucuses with Democrats — voted with Republicans to move the House-passed bill forward.

None of the senators who crossed the aisle face reelection in 2026.

Schumer voted against the measure but immediately faced widespread criticism from within his own party for failing to keep his caucus unified.

Many Democrats opposed the deal because it does not address expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies. As the shutdown entered its sixth week, pressure grew amid reports of canceled flights, suspended food assistance, and unpaid federal workers.

Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut called the vote “a mistake.”

Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont described it as “a very bad night.”

Others were more direct in their criticism of Schumer’s leadership.

“Senator Schumer is no longer effective and should be replaced,” Rep. Ro Khanna of California wrote on X.

“If you can’t lead the fight to stop healthcare premiums from skyrocketing for Americans, what will you fight for?”

Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts echoed that sentiment, saying, “Tonight is another example of why we need new leadership. If @ChuckSchumer were an effective leader, he would have united his caucus to vote ‘No’ tonight and hold the line on healthcare. Maybe now @EdMarkey will finally join me in pledging not to vote for Schumer?”

The criticism extended beyond Capitol Hill.

On ABC’s The View, Sunny Hostin agreed that Schumer should be replaced, while Rep. Mark Pocan of Wisconsin accused him of failing to show leadership in New York’s mayoral race and of negotiating what Pocan called “a terrible deal.”

“Don’t endorse or say who you voted for in NYC despite there being a Dem candidate,” Pocan posted.

“Get Dem Senators to negotiate a terrible ‘deal’ that does nothing real about healthcare. Screw over a national political party. Profile of scourge? Next.”

Schumer defended his approach late Sunday, saying he would “keep fighting,” but the backlash continued to mount.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts criticized Republicans, saying, “I want Republicans to actually grow a backbone and say, regardless of what Donald Trump says, we’re actually going to restore these cuts on health care — but it looks like I’ve lost that fight.”

Sen. Murphy maintained that the deal failed to address key issues. “This bill doesn’t do anything to arrest the health care catastrophe, nor does it constrain in any meaningful way President Trump’s illegality,” he said.

“I think the voters were pretty clear on Tuesday night what they wanted Congress to do … and I am really saddened that we didn’t listen to them.”

Democrats say they have been promised a December vote in the Senate to extend ACA tax credits and to rehire government workers who lost their jobs during the shutdown. But several lawmakers voiced skepticism about that pledge.

“A wink and a nod to deal with this health care crisis later — with no actual guarantees — is just not enough,” said Sen. Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin.

Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin agreed, saying, “The promise of a vote in over a month does not meet that threshold.”

The House is expected to take up the compromise later this week. Democratic leaders there have signaled opposition, but members from competitive districts may face mounting pressure to support it.

Outside Congress, Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin denounced the agreement as “a betrayal of the American people,” placing blame on Republicans and President Trump.

“The voters will never forget the day Trump turned his back on them so he could focus on building his gilded ballroom,” Martin said.

The outcome has left Democrats deeply divided, with frustration directed at both party leadership and the concessions made to end the stalemate.

As the shutdown nears its end, Schumer faces growing questions about his future atop the caucus and whether the fractured party can repair its divisions before the next legislative battle.

Passenger vs. Preschooler: Viral Airplane Fight Over Window Shade Divides the Internet
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Passenger vs. Preschooler: Viral Airplane Fight Over Window Shade Divides the Internet

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A viral video of a passenger clashing with a young child over an airplane window shade has triggered a widespread debate on social media about proper airline etiquette and parental responsibility during flights.

The footage, shared on X, showed a man attempting to watch the movie Hocus Pocus 2 during an unspecified flight when a child seated behind him repeatedly reached forward to lift his window shade.

The video caption read, “He had to fight a 4-year-old to keep his window down during the flight.”

The short clip captured a tense exchange between the two.

Each time the man pulled the window shade down, the child reached forward to lift it again.

After several back-and-forth attempts, the passenger eventually held the cover down with his hand, preventing the child from raising it further.

The video ended with the child leaning over the seat and placing their hands over the passenger’s screen, appearing to block his view of the movie.

The incident quickly spread across social media, prompting a flurry of comments divided over who was at fault.

Some viewers criticized the parents for failing to control their child.

One commenter wrote, “I’m calling the flight attendant, make them reprimand the parent and child.”

Another added, “Someone needs to control their child.”

A third user questioned why the child was interfering with another passenger’s window, noting there was “a window in front of that spoiled brat.”

Others sympathized with the child, arguing that passengers in window seats should be more considerate.

“You have eyelids, let the child enjoy the whimsy of being in a plane watching the land below him,” one user wrote.

Another remarked, “People who shut the windows while having a window seat should be on a no-fly list.”

Several commenters framed the issue as one of courtesy rather than rules.

“People who want to close the window are the worst type of people,” one wrote.

“Just because you don’t enjoy beautiful things doesn’t mean you have to make everyone else suffer. Sad all around for both sides.”

Aviation experts also weighed in on the debate. Gary Leff, a travel writer for A View From The Wing, sided with the passenger, explaining that airline etiquette generally grants control of the window shade to the person sitting in the window seat.

“The window seat passenger owns the window, and passengers in their own row own that row’s window shade,” Leff said.

Leff added that if he had been in the passenger’s position, he would have handled the issue by calmly involving the parent and cabin crew.

“If I’m the passenger (and good heavens if I’m flying Emirates coach), I’d ask the parent, ‘Could you help keep hands/feet on your side of the row? I’m keeping the shade down to see the screen,’” he wrote.

“Then I’d call a flight attendant for help.”

Still, Leff criticized the passenger’s decision to physically “wrestle a kid through a wall,” suggesting that the situation should have been managed through communication rather than confrontation.

Leff also clarified exceptions to the window shade rule. Cabin crew can request passengers to keep shades open during takeoff and landing to help eyes adjust in case of an emergency.

During long flights, flight attendants may ask passengers to lower shades to allow others to rest.

Despite those guidelines, Leff said courtesy should remain the priority.

“If someone asks you to put the window shade down (or up), consider accommodating them, especially if they have a strong preference and you do not,” he advised.

“Don’t just arbitrarily do the thing they object to, or object to moving the position of the shade for its own sake.”

The viral video has continued to draw attention across social media, sparking further discussions about shared spaces, parenting responsibility, and respect between passengers on crowded flights.

Bill Maher Says He Wants Second Dinner With President Trump Despite Left-Wing Criticism
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Bill Maher Says He Wants Second Dinner With President Trump Despite Left-Wing Criticism

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Comedian and talk show host Bill Maher said Monday on his “Club Random” podcast that he wants to have a second dinner with President Donald Trump, despite backlash from the left following his first visit to the White House earlier this year, as reported by The Independent Journal Review.

Maher attended the March dinner alongside UFC President Dana White and musician Kid Rock.

The meeting drew widespread criticism from progressive commentators, but Maher said he appreciated that President Trump was willing to engage with him even though the two have disagreed publicly in the past.

SACRAMENTO, CA – AUG 19: Bill Maher performs at Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, California on August 19th, 2011

“I hope to have dinner with him again,” Maher said.

“And he definitely doesn’t like it when you critique him and thinks you’re being unfair, but he is willing to listen. And he totally is not — because I had dinner with him and then didn’t become a Trumpist, he will yell at me, but does not want to cut me off. He does not want to cut me off, which is something I cannot say about the left. They want to cut you off.”

Maher expanded on his experience during the April 12 episode of Real Time with Bill Maher, where he discussed the dinner at length and compared his interactions with President Trump to those he’s had with Democratic leaders.

“Honestly, I voted for [Bill] Clinton and [Barack] Obama, but I would never feel comfortable talking to them the way I was able to talk with Donald Trump,” Maher said.

“That’s just how it went down, make of it what you will. Me, I feel it’s emblematic of why the Democrats are so unpopular these days.”

Following Maher’s remarks, “Curb Your Enthusiasm” creator Larry David wrote a satirical op-ed for The New York Times on April 21, in which he mocked Maher’s meeting with Trump by comparing it to “dining with Adolf Hitler.”

Maher later addressed the backlash on a July episode of his podcast, calling the reaction from the left “stupid” and arguing that refusing to engage with political opponents only worsens divisions.

“The stupidest thing the left does — and this dinner is a perfect example of it — is having this attitude toward the right that: ‘We won’t even break bread with you. We are so far above you that we won’t even sit down at the same table with you!’ That is their attitude — and that makes me sick too!” Maher said.

Maher has frequently criticized what he sees as intolerance within his own political sphere, while maintaining that open dialogue — even with figures like President Trump — remains essential.


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