New York Philharmonic trumpeter accused of sexual misconduct says accuser lied

Paige Bueckers ended her college career at Gampel Pavilion with a standout performance, scoring 32 points, tying her career-high in an NCAA tournament game, and leading the Huskies to a 72-36 lead by the end of the third quarter. Her dominant display included a variety of scoring methods, such as pull-up jumpers, layups, and step-back 3s, captivating the crowd and showcasing her deep skill set. Full Article

Actor Drake Bell expressed concerns about the fate of his friendship with former Nickelodeon co-star Josh Peck after reporting allegations of child abuse during their time on "Drake & Josh." The duo reunited for Peck's podcast, reflecting on the revelations from the 2024 docuseries "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV," which featured interviews with actors alleging abuse on Nickelodeon shows. Bell publicly addressed accusations against dialogue coach Brian Peck, leading to a...

The National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) warned Florida lawmakers about a bill that could lead to "lawfare" against Christian broadcasters, urging opposition to Senate Bill 752, which would require publishers to remove online content containing false information. The NRB expressed concerns about the bill's ambiguity regarding corrections to old articles, potentially leading to lawsuits against broadcasters for expressing views conflicting with societal elites. The NRB's general counsel emphasized the importance of protecting First Amendment rights and...

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection released updated fire-hazard severity-zone maps for Los Angeles County, adding over 440,000 acres to the hazard zones, including a 30% increase in the highest severity rating. L.A. city and county now have five months to receive public input, make adjustments, and enforce heightened fire-safety regulations in the new zones. The new maps include "moderate" and "high" zones, requiring homeowners in these areas to follow fire-safe building codes...

Jessica Hoff, 47, is facing charges after over 50 of her dogs attacked and killed her 76-year-old mother, LaVonne Hoff, who had dementia and needed constant care. Authorities found LaVonne unconscious at her home in Colorado City, where Jessica had left her alone while she ran errands. Deputies discovered a total of 54 dogs, some in poor health, along with birds in unsanitary conditions, leading to their seizure by animal control. Full Article

President Trump has built lavish clubs and gold-encrusted skyscrapers, won the White House twice, and sought a Nobel Peace Prize that has eluded him. Despite numerous nominations and efforts to secure peace deals in Ukraine and the Middle East, critics argue that his actions align him with aggressors. Trump's focus on accolades and desire to best his predecessors drive his pursuit of the prestigious award, even as he faces backlash for his approach to international...