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Dan Bongino, a former US Secret Service agent and conservative media personality, has been appointed as the deputy director of the FBI by President Trump, despite lacking leadership experience in the department. Known for spreading conspiracy theories about the 2020 election and Covid, Bongino has been identified as a top disseminator of misinformation. He has also promoted theories about DEI policies and corruption being responsible for assassination attempts on Trump and has faced suspensions for...

Your support helps The Independent cover crucial stories on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. With donations, journalists can continue to provide unbiased reporting and analysis to all Americans, regardless of political affiliation. Recent data shows that many of the federal contracts canceled by the Trump administration, including media subscriptions and research studies, are not expected to result in any savings, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the cost-cutting program. Full Article

Brooke Lark via Unsplash captures a table filled with breakfast foods, highlighting the importance of timing our meals for optimal health. Dr. Valter Longo recommends eating dinner three hours before bedtime to improve sleep and energy efficiency, with experts suggesting a four-to-five-hour gap between breakfast and lunch. Registered dietitian Lon Ben-Asher advises aiming to eat breakfast within half an hour to one hour of waking up to fuel the body, regulate blood sugars, and improve...

Nicholas Prosper, a twisted killer, posted chilling videos online outlining his intention to violently harm his 13-year-old sister over her actions in a computer game. His disturbing content, which included threats of mutilation, was so depraved that he was banned from a gore website for his warped views on child abuse. He spent so much time online that neighbors were unaware of his existence. Prosper's repulsive rants, involving sexual abuse of children, led to his...

Mindy Kaling addresses misconceptions about her involvement in Meghan Markle's Netflix series in an interview with Time magazine, clarifying her role and friendship with the Duchess. Kaling corrects a misunderstanding about her connection to Markle, emphasizing their bond and setting the record straight on their professional collaboration. The actress sheds light on her support for Markle, dispelling any false assumptions and highlighting their genuine friendship. Full Article

Christina Hendricks, known for her role in Mad Men, revealed in an interview that she had a hilariously embarrassing audition for James Cameron's Avatar, where she had to crawl on her hands and knees and howl like a dog. The role she auditioned for, ultimately played by Kate Winslet, was that of water-dwelling Na'vi warrior Ronal in the sequel Avatar: The Way of Water. Currently starring in the comedy series Small Town Big Story, Hendricks...