Faithful recall Pope Francis’ historic US virtual town hall with David Muir in 2015

Karmelo Anthony's mother, Kala Hayes, publicly addressed threats and harassment faced by their family following his murder charge related to a stabbing at a Texas high school track meet. During a press conference with the Next Generation Action Network, she emphasized their family's need for support and highlighted the misinformation surrounding their situation, including false narratives about their financial status. As Karmelo awaits trial, he is on house arrest with specific conditions, while the family...

Trump Endorses Both Biggs and Robson for Arizona GovernorPresident Donald Trump announced dual endorsements for the Arizona gubernatorial primary, supporting U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs alongside his earlier endorsement of Karrin Taylor Robson. Biggs, a close Trump ally and former chair of the Freedom Caucus, has deep ties to the MAGA movement, while Robson, who faced backlash for her connections to the Republican establishment, aims to align herself more closely with Trump this time. The dual...

Rise in Psilocybin Use Among AmericansPsilocybin use in the U.S. has increased since 2019, according to a report in the Annals of Internal Medicine, with changes in public perception and decriminalization driving this trend. The study found that 12% of adults reported ever using psilocybin in 2023, with significant rises among younger populations; however, overall use remains low. Calls to poison control centers have also surged, particularly among children, raising concerns about unregulated access to...

A jury has been selected for the retrial of Karen Read, charged with second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, who was found dead in January 2022 due to hypothermia and blunt-force trauma. Read's first trial ended in a hung jury last summer, with allegations of law enforcement misconduct surfacing during the proceedings. The retrial, which begins with opening statements on Tuesday, follows a controversial investigation and prosecution, including...

A town hall hosted by Rep. Byron Donalds in Estero, Florida, turned chaotic as audience members interrupted him over various topics, including Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency and the Israel-Hamas war, leading to the removal of two protesters. Donalds, who is campaigning for the Florida governorship, described the interruptions as "rude" and "disrespectful," while he defended Trump administration policies amidst boos and cheers from the crowd. This event reflects a growing trend of contentious...

Delta Air Lines Flight Evacuated Due to Engine FireA Delta Air Lines flight at Orlando International Airport was evacuated on Monday after an engine fire broke out shortly before departure to Atlanta. The Airbus A330, carrying 282 passengers and crew, experienced flames in one engine's tailpipe, prompting emergency procedures; fortunately, no injuries were reported. Delta stated that maintenance teams will investigate the cause of the fire, which comes amid heightened concerns about aviation safety following...