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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, criticized negotiating with the United States as “unwise, unintelligent, and not honorable,” citing past agreements that were reneged upon. Despite his public stance, Khamenei did not explicitly forbid Iran’s government from engaging in talks with Washington. The comments come amidst escalating tensions, with U.S. officials warning of Iran's nuclear ambitions and President Trump expressing a desire to revive negotiations while also issuing threats against Iran. Full Article

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the need to address "rank insubordination" within the administration, describing it as a necessary step. His statement has sparked interest in this week's Fox News Digital News Quiz, where the golden pager controversy is a highlight. Test your knowledge of current events and trending topics by taking the quiz and stay tuned for more updates from Fox News Digital. Full Article

Dozens of Head Start programs, including six in California, faced delays in accessing federal funding for payroll and expenses following a government freeze, causing panic and closures. While the White House clarified that Head Start would not be affected, many programs are still experiencing funding delays, with at least 52 programs reporting issues across the US. Programs are struggling to pay bills and maintain operations, putting children at risk, as they await delayed payments due...

Rachel Labidi shared heartwarming footage of her Rottweiler Blue ensuring his 12-year-old sibling Vinnie, who suffered abuse and a brain injury, doesn't miss out on attention. Despite Rottweilers' negative stereotypes, Labidi believes it's the owners, not the breed, at fault for aggression. Blue's loving and protective nature towards Vinnie challenges misconceptions about Rottweilers, as seen in viral TikTok videos that showcase their close bond and Blue's caring gestures towards their older canine sibling. Full Article

A 7-year-old girl, Elienisse Zoe Díaz Rodriguez, tragically died after a drag racing accident at the Orlando Speed World Dragway in Florida. She lost control of her race car, hitting a safety guide before crashing into a wall. The racing community mourns her loss, with a GoFundMe account set up to help her family with funeral costs. Full Article