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Sharon Osbourne admitted to sending a Tiffany box filled with her sons diaper contents to a music critic who criticized her late husband, Ozzy Osbourne. She also expressed her dislike for Roger Waters, calling him a has-been and not wired right, but ultimately decided not to send him a similar package, respecting his familys grief.

Wilson Prep secures first-ever football state championship in thrilling finish, while Millbrook Wildcats and Hough Huskies battle it out in the eight-A championship, marking an exciting end to North Carolinas high school football season.

Former President Trump pardons Tina Peters, a Colorado elections administrator convicted of orchestrating a data breach scheme, but her state conviction stands. Trumps pardon power doesnt extend to state crimes, and Peters remains incarcerated. This pardon is part of Trumps ongoing efforts to promote the idea that the 2020 election was stolen from him, despite numerous investigations finding no evidence of fraud.

President Trump signs executive order for national AI framework, aiming to prevent state regulations and promote innovation. The move, led by White House aide Will Scharf and AI czar David Sacks, is expected to impact Americas global competitiveness in AI. However, it faces opposition from critics who fear it may allow AI companies to avoid accountability. The debate over AI regulation has caused divisions within the industry and among conservatives, with some arguing it will face legal challenges due to lack of federal replacements for state-passed safeguards.

Kevin Costner, a renowned actor and storyteller, narrates The First Christmas, exploring the religious origins of Christmas. Available on Hulu and Disney Plus, Costner believes storytelling can heal and inspire. With seven children, he cherishes family time, adapting holiday traditions as they grow. Recently, he navigated a divorce from Christine Baumgartner, maintaining joint custody of their children.

Apple held in contempt for defying app store order, but allowed to collect commissions from alternative payment systems. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a ruling that found Apple in civil contempt for appearing to defy an order aimed at opening its iPhone app store to other payment systems. However, the court also removed the prohibition against Apple collecting commissions from these alternative payment options. This decision comes after Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite, filed a lawsuit in 2020, claiming Apple had created a price-gouging system within the app store, which they argued had become an illegal monopoly.

Despite rumors of a split, Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula are still living together and committed to working through their marital challenges. The couple, known for their relationship on Summer House, faced differing views on starting a family and public discussions about wanting children. Amanda recently joked about the split rumors on Instagram, and the upcoming season teases more drama, including an incident where Amanda confronts Kyle about allegedly falling asleep at a fans house after a DJ gig. Kyle has since addressed the allegation, expressing regret for staying out late and falling asleep at an after-party.

Dollar Trees shift towards higher-priced items, with some stores now featuring items up to seven dollars, is causing concern among budget-conscious shoppers. Despite a slight increase in overall sales, the companys CEO, Mike Creedon, has stated that their multi-price strategy is here to stay, aiming to broaden their customer base. However, this move risks alienating their core demographic of low-income shoppers who rely on the store for affordable everyday essentials.

Kilmar Abrego Garcias Immigration Saga: A Complex Web of Legal Battles and Deportation Attempts Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a thirty-year-old man, finds himself at the center of a contentious immigration case. Despite a court ruling preventing his deportation, he was mistakenly sent back to El Salvador in March 2025. Now, hes fighting multiple legal battles, including a civil case in Maryland, a criminal case in Tennessee accusing him of human smuggling, and an asylum claim in immigration court. His journey began as a teenager fleeing El Salvador in 2011, seeking refuge in the U.S. After a work permit and federal supervision, he was deported and later returned due to Supreme Court intervention. Despite attempts to deport him to African countries, a federal judge has blocked these efforts. Most recently, a Maryland judge ordered his immediate release while his legal challenges persist.