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Why Brown University's President Resigned Amidst Trump Era Tensions

Why Brown University's President Resigned Amidst Trump Era Tensions

The Trump administration is continuing its push to force the country’s institutions of higher education to ditch the left-wing policies of using race and ethnicity as their guiding principle when it comes to internal hiring, promotions, and student admissions.The administration has particularly focused its effort on the country’s elite Ivy League institutions.In that vein, Brown University President Christina Paxson announced that she will step down at the end of the academic year, concluding a presidency marked by significant challenges, including a dispute over federal funding and a campus shooting that claimed three lives.In an open letter published Monday on the university’s website, Paxson said she had originally intended to leave a year earlier but decided to remain in office to help the university navigate what she described as a federal funding freeze that threatened its mission.Advertisement The Trump administration had proposed withholding approximately $510 million in federal grants to Brown, making the funding dispute one of the defining issues of the final phase of Paxson’s tenure.Brown University was among the first higher education institutions targeted during the Trump administration’s broader disputes with several elite universities over issues including antisemitism on campus, DEI initiatives, and other left-wing education priorities.The administration threatened to withhold approximately $510 million in federal research funding before Brown reached an agreement in July 2025 that restored the grants.Under the agreement, Brown committed to an independent assessment of campus climate, including conditions affecting Jewish students, along with recommendations to improve the campus environment.According to the Washington Examiner, the university also agreed to invest $50 million in Rhode Island workforce development programs and to comply with federal administration policies regarding admissions and transgender athletes.At the time, Trump hailed the settlement on his Truth Social platform.“Congratulations to Brown University on the settlement made with the United States Government. There will be no more Anti-Semitism, or Anti-Christian, or Anti-Anything Else! Woke is officially DEAD at Brown,” he wrote.Paxson, who has served as the Ivy League president for 15 years, announced the upcoming end of her tenure in a letter addressed to the Brown community.“Fifteen years is a significant tenure for any president, and in that time, this amazing community of faculty, staff, students, alumni, parents and friends showed up in so many ways to achieve the bold aspirations in the strategic plan we developed together near the beginning of my presidency,” she wrote.The agreement with the Trump administration prompted criticism from some faculty members and students, who argued the university had made excessive concessions on issues including admissions policies and rules affecting transgender athletes.Paxson, however, defended the agreement, saying it was necessary to protect the university’s research mission and long-term interests.“I am proud that we came to an agreement with the federal government that restored our funding while staying true to Brown’s values,” Paxson stated in her resignation letter.Paxson also led Brown University through the aftermath of a December campus shooting that left two people dead and nine others injured, an incident that prompted renewed scrutiny of campus security and emergency preparedness.In a separate letter to the Brown community, Chancellor Brian T. Moynihan thanked Paxson for her leadership and announced that the university has launched a nationwide search for Brown’s 20th president, with the goal of selecting a successor before the start of the next academic year.The administration’s efforts to end DEI practices at the country’s higher education institutes extends to those operated by and associated with the U.S. military.In February, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that the Pentagon will cancel all military attendance at a group of elite universities beginning with the 2026–27 academic year, as part of a broader reshaping of military education policy, Defense Department officials said.In a video posted on social media, Hegseth said the policy would apply to institutions that have traditionally hosted U.S. military officers for graduate and professional education, including Brown, Princeton University, Columbia University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Yale University.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Aug 07, 2026
Gema Garoa lanza advertencia a Yanet García tras polémica en el espejo

Gema Garoa lanza advertencia a Yanet García tras polémica en el espejo

Gema Garoa y Yanet García continúan luchando en una de las polémicas más marcadas del programa. Se trata de un pleito que comenzó desde la primera noche de posicionamiento, pero tras la segunda nominación se convirtió en un pleito cantado y ya se pueden verse algunos signos de mala vibra.Gema Garoa, Arantza Ruiz y Flor Vigna estaban en el tocador mientras se peinaban o se maquillaban porque ya estaba muy cerca de llegar el momento de la nominación, un momento que se considera importante dentro de La Casa de los Famosos, así que utilizan sus mejores atuendos para la ocasión. ¿Por qué pelearon Gema y Yanet?En ese momento llegó Yanet García para decirles que si ya casi terminaban porque también tenía ganas de utilizar un lugar para maquillarse y para peinarse. La primera en ofrecerle su lugar fue Gema Garoa, con quien no se lleva muy bien, pero luego de ella se fueron todas las demás presentes, dejando solita a la modelo.Gema y Arantza se terminaron maquillando en el comedor, encima de la mesita, únicamente con sus espejos de mano y no con el enorme espejo que tienen en el tocador, donde finalmente se quedó Yanet García. Se sumó a ellas Karina Torres para continuar con la conversación. Gema no da tregua a Yanet. Crédito: Gema Garoa ¿Que dijo Gema tras su nominación?Después de la nominación, Gema Garoa lanzó una advertencia, pues resultó nominada durante la segunda semana, debido a que el equipo que conformó Yanet García con Ximena Herrera y con Brianda Deyanara le sumaron un total de nueve puntos, quedando entre las 5 más votadas de la noche. Gema les devolvió el gesto y Ximena quedó nominada. "Ahora sí me van a conocer. Van a saber lo que es amar a Dios. Soy perra para las perras. Guerra quieren, guerra van a tener o si no afuera. Ya hay grupitos hechos, hacen estrategia y nosotros no hacemos estrategia", fue la advertencia que lanzó. Pero no fue todo lo que dijo. Durante la nominación, cuando eran obligados a salir al patio para no revelar las estrategias, dijo que no quiere juntarse con Yanet, ya que nunca será su tipo de amiga porque es una persona que es muy aburrida. La polémica sigue creciendo entre ambas.

Aug 07, 2026
Rabid Beavers Cause Panic and Closure at Popular Maryland Park

Rabid Beavers Cause Panic and Closure at Popular Maryland Park

All recreational water areas of one of Maryland's most popular state parks remained closed on Thursday as authorities investigated what they said is a "possible rabies outbreak within the local beaver population."Parts of Cunnington Falls State Park were closed to the public following two rabid beaver attacks on humans in less than two weeks, authorities said.The latest beaver attack at the park in Frederick County, about 66 miles northwest of Baltimore, occurred on Wednesday when a 19-year-old man reported that he was bitten in the ankle by an aggressive beaver while fishing in the park, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (NRP).Cunningham Falls State Park in Frederick, Maryland, was closed by state officials, August 5, 2026, after at least two people, including a 13-year-old swimmer, were bitten by beavers, one of whom was determined to be rabid.Maryland Department of Natural ResourcesThe victim, whose name was not released, drove himself to Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, Maryland, where he was treated, officials said."Following the attack, NRP officers caught and euthanized the beaver," the NRP said in a statement.A Frederick County Health Department spokesperson told ABC News that test results came back Thursday afternoon and determined the beaver had rabies.Beavers like the one pictured here have attacked two people, including a 13-year-old swimmer, in a Maryland park, prompting officials to close the park, August 6, 2026. (Getty Images)Andyworks/Getty ImagesThe attack followed an incident on July 26 at the same park in which a 13-year-old swimmer was bitten by a beaver that was also captured, euthanized and tested positive for rabies, NRP officials said.In response to Wednesday's attack, officials closed large sections of the park, including its boat ramp, creek and lake areas."Swimming, fishing, boating, and all water access are prohibited until the area can be confirmed safe for visitors," the NRP statement said.The 43-acre Cunningham Falls State Park features Maryland's highest cascading waterfall and attracts more than 575,000 visitors a year, according to state officials.DNR's Wildlife and Heritage Services said it has instituted nighttime and daytime surveillance at the park's lake in an effort to remove beavers from the park.Popular ReadsA beaver lodge found in the park was also dismantled, according to the NRP."Beaver attacks on people are rare and are thought to primarily involve rabid animals," the NRP said in its statement.Before this summer, the last recorded beaver attack in Maryland occurred in 2021, the agency said."Beavers are typically non-aggressive and avoid conflict with humans, but people should still maintain a safe minimum viewing distance of 25 yards," the NRP statement said.Earlier this year, an 8-year-old boy was injured when he was attacked by a beaver at Henry Lake in Mahwah, New Jersey, according to the Mahwah Health Department.The Mahwah Police Department said the boy was fishing with his family from the shoreline of Henry Lake on May 3 when the beaver came out of the water and charged at the boy, biting him in the upper thigh when he tripped and fell.A bystander video of the Mahwah beaver attack was obtained by ABC New York station WABC and showed a member of the child's family pulling the beaver off the child and hurling the animal back into the lake.The Mahwah Health Department said the beaver was captured, euthanized and tested positive for rabies. The health department said the child and several other people who were bitten while rescuing the boy from the animal underwent treatment for rabies.

Aug 07, 2026
Hilary Duff and Joel Madden's Onstage Reunion Sparks Buzz 20 Years Later

Hilary Duff and Joel Madden's Onstage Reunion Sparks Buzz 20 Years Later

Hilary Duff reunited onstage with her ex-boyfriend, Joel Madden, for a surprise performance at her sold-out “The Lucky Me” World Tour stop in New York City — two decades after they broke up.The “So Yesterday” songstress sent fans into a frenzy after she changed into a Good Charlotte T-shirt midway through her performance at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night right before bringing out her special guests.“New York, you know I would never come here and not have a surprise for you,” she told the audience, as they erupted in cheers.Hilary Duff was joined onstage by her ex-boyfriend, Joel Madden, and his identical twin brother, Benji, for a surprise duet at her “The Lucky Me” World Tour stop in New York City on Wednesday. TikTok/scaredofcoronavirus“Can you please give the warmest welcome to my friends, Good Charlotte?” the “So Yesterday” songstress said as the Madden brothers joined her on the stage. TikTok/scaredofcoronavirus“I brought two of my dearest friends to New York City tonight,” Duff, 38, continued. “Talk about some day oners.”“Can you please give the warmest welcome to my friends, Good Charlotte?” the pop star said, as Joel and his identical twin brother, Benji Madden, walked onto the stage.The Disney alum and Joel, 47, went on to sing the latter’s 2002 track, “The Anthem,” as Benji, also 47, played guitar.Together they performed Good Charlotte’s 2002 track, “The Anthem.” TikTok/scaredofcoronavirusThe exes also posed with their spouses backstage. (Seen here are the Madden brothers on the extreme left and right as well as Matthew Koma, Duff and Nicole Richie.) hilary duff/ instagramThe exes even posed together backstage with their spouses, with Duff smiling alongside her husband, Matthew Koma, and Joel with his wife, Nicole Richie.“Family night @MSG,” Benji, who was also photographed, captioned the snap.Benji’s wife, actress Cameron Diaz, with whom he shares three children, wasn’t pictured.Duff and Koma, who wed in 2019, were also joined by their kids — Banks, 7, Mae, 5, and Townes, 2 — as well as Duff’s son Luca, 14, whom she shares with ex-husband Mike Comrie. However, they weren’t photographed.Duff and Madden (seen here in 2006) dated from 2004 to 2006. WireImageWhen they started dating, Duff was 16 and Madden was 25. WireImageIt’s unclear whether Joel and Richie’s two kids — Kate, 18, and Sparrow, 16 — were in attendance.Duff and Joel, meanwhile, started dating in 2004 while they were 16 and 25, respectively. They parted ways in 2006 but have remained on amicable terms since marrying separate people.This isn’t the first time Duff and Koma have met up with Joel and Richie, who tied the knot in 2010. The duo (seen here in 2006) have remained amicable since their split. WireImageThey’ve even gone on double dates with each other’s spouses. (Seen here: Duff and Madden in 2006.) Patrick McMullan via Getty ImagesIn fact, the group stepped out together for a night at Scratch Bar & Kitchen in Los Angeles in 2022.A photo shared via Instagram showed them posing for a group photo alongside two other couples.Duff, meanwhile, previously opened up about her romance with Joel during a 2016 episode of “The Love Bomb” podcast, referring to it as “so all-encompassing” and “so intense.”  Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Aug 06, 2026
Mother's Mid-Flight Ordeal: Passenger's Shocking Behavior Sparks Outrage

Mother's Mid-Flight Ordeal: Passenger's Shocking Behavior Sparks Outrage

A woman has claimed she was sexually touched mid-flight while she and her daughter were asleep.Beaut Pimpaporn, 33, from Thailand, was returning home from a trip to Milan, Italy, when she caught a connecting flight in Dubai heading to Bangkok International Airport.The mother was travelling with her four-year-old daughter when the alleged assault took place on a flydubai flight recently.Pimpaporn claimed a passenger squeezed her backside while touching himself.She said the man quickly withdrew his hand, covered it with his jacket and pretended to adjust the entertainment screen in front of her seat while repeatedly glancing at her.Not wanting to spark panic on the aircraft, she said she waited until the plane landed in Bangkok before alerting cabin crew and filing a police report.Beaut Pimpaporn, 33, from Thailand, was returning home from a trip to Milan, Italy, when she caught a connecting flight in Dubai heading to Bangkok International Airport. ViralPress“I did not understand everything the air hostess was saying to the man, because they were speaking in Arabic, but the flight attendant asked him whether he had done what I reported,” Pimpaporn said.“At first, he denied it, but eventually he admitted what happened,” she claimed.“After that, he came to me, cried, knelt down and begged for forgiveness. He kept saying he was sorry and that he would not do it again.”However, the mother said the flight attendant did not accept that and told the man this was serious and that police had to be involved.Pimpaporn claimed a passenger squeezed her backside while touching himself. ViralPressIt is understood the man was travelling with a tour group, with members of the group begging for forgiveness on his behalf.“They [his friends] asked me to let him go and forgive him, but the flight attendant told those who were not involved to leave because this was a police matter,” Pimpaporn said.“Later, I found out he came with a tour group. He was travelling with friends or people from the same tour group, not with family.“There were around four or five people who came and tried to intervene, and there may have been more because they travelled as a group.”Pimpaporn said the man quickly withdrew his hand, covered it with his jacket and pretended to adjust the entertainment screen in front of her seat while repeatedly glancing at her. ViralPressThe 33-year-old said the flight attendant separated her child from the situation immediately. “My daughter was taken away by the captain, so she would not see everything that happened.”Tourist police and immigration officers later dragged the man off the plane and hauled him to the police station.Police Lieutenant Colonel Chamnanyut Konkong of the Don Mueang district station said officers would attempt to arrange mediation between the two parties.“The suspect has been denied entry into Thailand. We have scheduled the complainant to be interviewed this morning,” Konkong said.“I did not understand everything the air hostess was saying to the man, because they were speaking in Arabic, but the flight attendant asked him whether he had done what I reported,” Pimpaporn said. ViralPress“He has not yet been investigated. The initial step will be to arrange a mediation between the two parties, as this is the normal procedure.”No charges have been laid.Pimpaporn said that she decided to speak out to raise awareness about the risks faced by solo female travellers.“Passengers are often sleeping during long flights, and women travelling alone can be vulnerable,” she said.Pimpaporn said that she decided to speak out to raise awareness about the risks faced by solo female travellers. ViralPress“This happened even though I was travelling with my child. I cannot imagine what could happen to someone travelling alone who is too afraid to speak up.“I want other women to know that they should not feel embarrassed. If something feels wrong, they should report it and ask for help.“I decided to tell my story because I do not want anyone else to experience what I experienced.”A flydubai spokesperson told the Daily Mail is does not disclose passenger information and details regarding ongoing investigations.“The safety of our passengers and crew is our top priority,” a spokesperson told the publication.

Aug 06, 2026
Rihanna Steals the Show at Bajan Carnival with Bold Outfit

Rihanna Steals the Show at Bajan Carnival with Bold Outfit

Rihanna made her grand return to Barbados' famous Bajan carnival on Tuesday, with her famous curves on display in a bold bejewelled outfit.The singer, 38, commanded attention in the revealing one-piece and a matching feathered headdress for the island's Grand Kadooment Day.Rihanna joined thousands of revellers to celebrate the annual party, and quickly stole the show in her dramatic outfit.The Take A Bow hitmaker dazzled in her jewel-encrusted carnival costume, complete with intricate embellishments, sparkling gemstones and dramatic headpiece.Rihanna was joined by her boyfriend A$AP Rocky for the carnival celebrations, with footage shared on social media showing the couple dancing together.The Grand Kadooment Carnival Parade marks the conclusion of nearly two months of preparation and events to celebrate Crop Over, which historically marked the end of the sugar cane harvest.Rihanna made her grand return to Barbados' famous Bajan carnival on Tuesday, with her famous curves on display in a bold bejewelled outfitThe singer commanded attention in the revealing one-piece and a matching feathered headdress for the island's Grand Kadooment DayThe singer, who was born and grew up in Barbados, supported her brother Rorrey Fenty, who performed at the carnival alongside his masquerade band Aura. On Monday, Rihanna and A$AP celebrated their son Riot's third birthday in Barbados with a Spider-Man themed party.The inseparable couple, who have matching 1988 tattoos, feel right at home on the Caribbean isle considering she lived in Bridgetown until age 16 and his late father Adrian 'Duke' Athelston Mayers was Bajan.Her love for her family is even showcased on her body as back in May it was revealed that she recently got a new tattoo designed by her young children.The fresh ink is located on the back of her knee as it was abstract scribbles no doubt from one, if not both, of her older children. No doubt motherhood is very important to the megastar as she got emotional about it, gushing over her growing children during an interview with Extra back in December. She told Extra: 'The babies are amazing. They're all getting bigger, and I cannot take it. My sons - oh, my God! - their faces are changing. Their necks are getting longer. I love it.'And Rocky said their children are as 'cute as ever', while RZA and Riot are 'getting along' better than he expected.Rihanna joined thousands of revellers to celebrate the annual party, and quickly stole the show in her dramatic outfitThe Take A Bow hitmaker dazzled in her jewel-encrusted carnival costume, complete with intricate embellishments, sparkling gemstones and dramatic headpieceRihanna left little to the imagination as she went braless in her incredibly revealing lookThe Grand Kadooment Carnival Parade marks the conclusion of nearly two months of preparation and events to celebrate Crop Over, which marked the end of sugar cane harvestRihanna was joined by her boyfriend A$AP Rocky for the carnival celebrations, with footage shared on social media showing the couple dancing togetherRihanna was surrounded by fellow celebrants dressed in revealing outfits for the carnivalThe singer beamed as she posed for snaps with delighted fansThe singer, who was born and grew up in Barbados, supported her brother Rorrey Fenty, who performed at the carnival alongside his masquerade band AuraThe inseparable couple, who have matching 1988 tattoos, feel right at home on the Caribbean isle considering she lived in Bridgetown until age 16Her love for her family is even showcased on her body as back in May it was revealed that she recently got a new tattoo designed by her young childrenNo doubt motherhood is very important to the megastar as she got emotional about it, gushing over her growing children during an interview with Extra back in DecemberThe rapper said: 'I'm surprised that the older two getting along as much as they are, you know? Usually, you know, for them to be so close in age, they fight a lot, but... happy family.'While he admitted their older sons occasionally get 'a little jealous' of their newborn sister, he made it clear there's nothing but love in the household.In 2023, Rihanna told Vogue her longtime partner, Rocky, is her 'best friend' and described motherhood as 'everything'.Rihanna said her first few months as a mother were a rollercoaster and described giving birth as a 'head-f**k', saying she couldn't believe she entered the hospital pregnant and left with a baby.The singer admitted that having a child has also made her re-evaluate as she described raising her son as one of the 'scariest' responsibilities ever in her life.She said: 'Raising a young Black man is one of the scariest responsibilities in life [...] 'You're like, "What am I leaving my kids to? This is the planet they're gonna be living on?"'Despite the challenges of motherhood, Rihanna insisted it has only brought her and her partner Rocky closer as she said they are 'best friends with a baby'.'Everything changes when you have a baby but I wouldn't say it's done anything but made us closer,' she added.She also gushed over Rocky's relationship with their son, saying their baby boy needs validation from his father as she described their close bond.Just nine months after giving birth to her first child, Rihanna revealed her second pregnancy by debuting her baby bump during her much-anticipated halftime Super Bowl in 2023.Rihanna and Rocky welcomed their third child on September 13, 2025.

Aug 06, 2026
Trump's New Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship Stir Controversy

Trump's New Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship Stir Controversy

One of the orders bans "birth tourism."ByABC NEWSAugust 6, 2026, 4:45 PMPresident Donald Trump on Thursday signed executive orders that target birthright citizenship, including one that would ban what the administration calls "birth tourism."This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.Sponsored Content by TaboolaPopular ReadsIran live updates: Trump insists US has 'massive amounts' of munitions3 hours agoTrump says new Iran deal is 'imminent,' negotiations resume MondayAug 2, 6:48 PM3-year-old girl dies after getting head stuck in kitchen playset: PoliceAug 5, 11:36 AMPerez Hilton's family shares update on blogger following livestream incident2 hours agoABC News Live24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events

Aug 06, 2026
Rand Paul Shakes Up Senate by Exposing Fauci's Unredacted Diaries

Rand Paul Shakes Up Senate by Exposing Fauci's Unredacted Diaries

Kentucky Republican Sen. Rand Paul’s office released thousands of pages from Dr. Anthony Fauci’s personal diaries without fully redacting sensitive medical details of more than 20 individuals.The records, obtained from Department of Health and Human Services servers after an extensive search, include Fauci’s notes on patients he encountered as longtime director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.Those notes name individuals and describe diagnoses, symptoms, and test results involving cancer, Ebola, and HIV cases.Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said his team spent months locating the material across multiple government servers before turning it over to Paul and Sen. Ron Johnson for their ongoing investigations.Paul’s office posted roughly 1,600 pages—covering pandemic-era entries from late 2019 through 2022 plus earlier career material—publicly in the days before Fauci’s July 29 appearance before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, which Paul chairs.Advertisement The initial dump left many personal medical details unredacted.Files were later pulled and partially updated with some blackouts, though not all sensitive information was removed.One named individual, Leslie Adelman, whose Von Hippel-Lindau disease and related surgery appeared in an October 2020 entry describing a hospital visit by Fauci, called the release “unconstitutional and truly disappointing.”She told reporters she was “pretty offended” that her name and health information were shared publicly.Other affected people, including an Ebola survivor and family members of former Trump administration officials, expressed similar privacy worries; some children’s details were among those later redacted.Privacy advocates questioned whether bulk disclosure of health data served any compelling oversight purpose.The diaries themselves have become central to Republicans’ case that Fauci’s private reflections often diverged from his public messaging.Early 2020 entries show scientists on a key conference call leaning toward the possibility of deliberate genetic insertion in the virus that causes COVID-19, with Fauci noting limited consensus for a purely natural origin at that moment.Paul has repeatedly highlighted those passages as evidence that Fauci downplayed lab-leak concerns while publicly insisting the science pointed elsewhere.Other notes capture Fauci’s awareness of his rising media profile, celebrity interactions, and internal tensions within the White House.At last week’s nearly three-hour hearing, Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination more than 100 times, declining to answer questions on COVID origins, gain-of-function research, prior testimony, or even basic procedural matters.In an opening statement, the 85-year-old retired official accused Paul of an “unhinged obsession” aimed at seeing him “behind bars,” claiming the unredacted diary release was intended to embarrass and intimidate him.Fauci said he had cooperated with Congress more than 200 times over decades but would not answer under current circumstances, citing Paul’s past calls for prosecution.Paul rejected the Fifth Amendment claim, arguing that a prior presidential pardon removed criminal jeopardy for the relevant period and that Fauci had waived protection by making an opening statement.The Kentucky Republican warned of repercussions for obstructing a congressional investigation and scheduled a committee vote on a contempt resolution, expected this week.He has long maintained that Fauci misled Congress about whether NIH-supported research in Wuhan involved gain-of-function work capable of enhancing pathogens and about the virus’s origins.Paul’s prior remarks stretch back years.In earlier hearings and interviews, he labeled certain Fauci statements on research funding as lies punishable by prison time, referred matters to the Justice Department, and argued the official prioritized narrative control over transparency.After the diary release, he posted that the private record “completely undermines the official narrative” on origins and response measures, using the documents to renew demands for accountability.Fauci’s attorneys have dismissed the pursuit as a “pathological” vendetta and false accusations.Democrats on the panel largely defended the former NIAID director’s service and criticized the hearing as theater.The diaries remain posted, with partial redactions, on the committee’s reading room site.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Aug 06, 2026
QVC Host Toni Brattin's Hilarious On-Air Slip-Up Has Everyone Talking

QVC Host Toni Brattin's Hilarious On-Air Slip-Up Has Everyone Talking

QVC host Toni Brattin’s wild slip-up had her dropping to the floor in mortification.In a hilarious on-air moment Wednesday that’s since gone viral, Brattin was displaying her “Salon Select Wig” from the back, praising its texture and wave pattern.“Again, it looks like you went and got a blowjob at your … blowout … at your salon,” she said, quickly attempting to recover from her verbal blunder.QVC host and businesswoman Tony Brattin (pictured above in June 2019) had a wild on-air slip-up while selling wigs Wednesday. Getty Images for QVCWhile displaying her wig from the back, Brattin accidentally said “blowjob” instead of “blowout” while referring to the style of the wig. QVCBut she was clearly rattled and whispered, “oh my God,” before laughing.As her co-host, Terri Conn, took over and tried to remain professional, Brattin shook her head with her hands seemingly frozen, before eventually falling to the floor in embarrassment.Conn, who let out a chuckle, posted the moment on her Instagram, writing, “The show must go on 😂 Love you, Toni Brattin!”Brattin got support in the comments for the funny moment, with “Queer Eye” alum Karamo Brown commenting, “Im buying one just because 😂😂😂.”Brattin’s hands appeared frozen in the air after the mistake, and she eventually dropped to the floor in embarrassment while her co-host, Terri Conn, attempted to remain professional. QVCThe wig Brattin was selling is called the “Salon Select Wig.” QVC“This is LIVE TV for ya!” Amy Sedaris wrote when sharing it to social media.The Oklahoma native has a sense of humor about her slip of the tongue, later posting a clip of Jimmy Fallon making fun of it on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”Fallon copied her pose with her hands in the air, quipping, “By the way, the wigs are totally sold out.”“Note to all the married men, the wig is only available on your birthday,” he also joked.Brattin wrote, “Aaaannnnnd Jimmy Fallon makes it even funnier.”Jimmy Fallon poked fun at the moment Wednesday on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty ImagesThe comedian quipped, “By the way, the wigs are totally sold out.” Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty ImagesThe designer has been in the beauty business for over 30 years, selling her popular hair extensions and wigs through QVC as well as her own website.In other recent QVC news, longtime host Rick Domeier announced late last month that he’lll be retiring at the end of the year after 32 years with the network.Domeier, 65, told audiences live about him and his wife, Amy, “We both agreed that now’s the perfect time for me to kind of cruise down retirement road while most of this engine is still functioning.” Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Aug 06, 2026
Trump's Stark Ultimatum to Hamas: Accept Peace or Face 'Complete Eradication'

Trump's Stark Ultimatum to Hamas: Accept Peace or Face 'Complete Eradication'

Presidenti amerikan Donald Trump deklaroi se nëse Hamas refuzon të pranonte planin e tij për armëpushim, ai do të përballej me “shfarosje të plotë”.VAZHDO LEXIMIN ME POSHTE!Ai e prezantoi këtë kërcënim gjatë një interviste për CNN, duke nënvizuar se grupi militant duhet të heqë dorë nga kontrolli mbi Gazën dhe të marrë pjesë në një marrëveshje 20-pikëshe për paqe.Trump theksoi se kërcënimi i tij nuk është pa mbështetje — sipas tij, kryeministri izraelit Benjamin Netanyahu e ka përkrahur plotësisht këtë qasje dhe operacionet ushtarake në Gadishullin e Gazës.Plani që ai propozon përfshin çarmatosjen e Hamasit dhe lirimin e pengjeve si kusht për përfundimin e konfliktit.Në rast refuzimi, Trump nuk la vend për interpretim: “Shfarosje e plotë!” ishte formulimi që ai përdori për të shprehur pasojat e mundshme.Artikulli nënvizon se shtypi dhe publikohen këto deklarata në një kohë kur tensionet ndërmjet palëve janë të larta dhe negociatat për ndërprerje zjarri vazhdojnë të jenë të vështira.Megjithatë, nuk ka asnjë garanci se këto kërcënime do të realizohen sipas planit apo se do të pranohet paqja përmes këtij modeli të imponuar.Komentet e Trump vijnë ndërsa komuniteti ndërkombëtar thekson nevojën për dialog, ndërprerje zjarri dhe përmbushje të së drejtës humanitare për civilët që vuajnë pasojat e konfliktit.Në rast se Hamas nuk pranon kushtet që përfshihen në armëpushim, pozicioni amerikan mund të eskalojë, sipas Trumput, në forma ushtarake drastike.Kjo deklaratë ka ngjallur reagime të ndryshme — disa e shohin si presion legitim, të tjerë si rrezik për përkeqësim të konfliktit dhe akt agresioni.Ndërsa gazetari pyeti nëse Trump e mban fjalën në rast refuzimi, përgjigja e tij ishte e prerë dhe e ashpër: nuk do të ketë tolerim për qëndrime kundërshtuese.Kjo qasje dramatike risjell në skenë sfidën kryesore: çfarë roli mund të ketë diplomacia dhe ndërmjetësimi ndërkombëtar në një situatë kur prezantohen alternativa ekstreme. PV: 1,265

Aug 06, 2026
Veli Ağbaba'nın Ağabeyi Hür Ağbaba Neden Tutuklandı?

Veli Ağbaba'nın Ağabeyi Hür Ağbaba Neden Tutuklandı?

İzmir Cumhuriyet Başsavcılığından yapılan açıklamada, soruşturma kapsamında gözaltına alınan Ferat Yetişsin ve Hür Ağbaba'nın işlemleri tamamlandı.İşlemlerin ardından adliyeye sevk edilen zanlılar çıkarıldıkları hakimlikçe tutuklandı.Başsavcılık, soruşturmanın tüm yönleriyle titizlik ve hassasiyetle sürdürüldüğünü bildirdi.SORUŞTURMASoruşturma dosyasında, Egeşehir Yapı Planlama Müşavirlik ve Teknoloji AŞ Genel Müdürü Ekinci'nin, Doğu ve Güneydoğu Anadolu bölgelerinde çeşitli kamu ihalelerine ortak girişim modeliyle katıldığı ileri sürülen Erensan İnşaat firmasıyla ticari ilişkisinin mercek altına alındığı ifade edilmiş, söz konusu firmanın İzmir İş İnsanları Örnekköy Konut Yapı Kooperatifi'ndeki 3. ve 4. etap projelerine ilişkin ihaleleri kazanmasının ardından, yapı denetim süreçlerinin Egeşehir Yapı tarafından yürütüldüğü, böylece aynı yapının hem ihale sürecinde hem de denetim aşamasında etkili olduğu iddia edilmiş, bu durumun da "çıkar ilişkisi" ve "usulsüz denetim mekanizması" yönünden adli incelemeye tabi tutulduğu belirtilmişti.Gözaltına alınan Süleyman Ekinci ile Erensan İnşaat yetkilisi S.E, Okçuoğlu İnşaat Mühendislik Müşavirlik Sanayi ve Ticaret AŞ yetkilisi M.Ö. ile dönemin İZBETON Genel Müdürü H.S. 23 Mayıs'ta tutuklanmıştı. 5 Ağustos'ta Ekinci ile bağlantıları tespit edilen Ferat Yetişsin ile Hür Ağbaba Diyarbakır ve Malatya'da gözaltına alınmıştı.Şüphelilerden Hür Ağbaba'nın Yeni Parti Malatya Milletvekili Veli Ağbaba'nın ağabeyi olduğu belirtilmişti. www.sozcu.com.tr internet sitesinde yayınlanan yazı, haber ve fotoğrafların her türlü telif hakkı Mega Ajans ve Rek. Tic. A.Ş'ye aittir. İzin alınmadan, kaynak gösterilerek dahi iktibas edilemez.

Aug 06, 2026
Fetterman's Bold Warning: Are Democrats Leaning Too Far Left?

Fetterman's Bold Warning: Are Democrats Leaning Too Far Left?

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman issued a sharp rebuke to his own party Tuesday, cautioning that Democrats are drifting toward radical extremes by elevating socialist and communist-aligned figures whose views clash with core American and Democratic principles.Speaking to Fox News on the sidelines of the Israel on Campus Coalition’s National Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C., the senator zeroed in on the rising influence of far-left streamer Hasan Piker.Piker, who commands millions of followers on Twitch, has openly praised Chinese communist dictator Mao Zedong and defended Cuba’s authoritarian regime while blaming the United States for the island’s hardships.He has also backed New York City’s socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani and campaigned alongside progressive Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed.“I would never try to elevate … a communist just because [Piker] has followers on some, on Twitch, whatever that is,” Fetterman said.Advertisement “But overall, if you identify with a communist who praises Mao and Cuba and for these places, that should be foreign to any Democrat. Without a doubt, that’s having an impact,” Fetterman added.Fetterman described the party’s overall trajectory as “troubling,” pointing to Tuesday’s primaries as a critical test of whether Democrats will keep elevating candidates from the progressive fringe.In Missouri, moderate Rep. Wesley Bell defeated a comeback bid by DSA-backed former Rep. Cori Bush.In Michigan’s closely watched Democratic Senate primary, El-Sayed—who has courted socialist support—remained locked in a tight race with more centrist Rep. Haley Stevens as results continued to come in early Wednesday.The senator argued that anti-Israel positions have become an “ultimate litmus” test within the party’s left wing.He singled out California Gov. Gavin Newsom for describing Israel as an “apartheid state,” insisting Newsom “knows better, that that’s not true.”“I see the midterms right now that the more radical, the more anti-Israel,” Fetterman said.Fetterman stressed that it should be “pretty obvious” Democrats must avoid pandering to the fringe.“Those are core values. … Like I said, you just can’t pander to those kinds of people,” Fetterman said.Fetterman noted that even pro-Israel Democrats now face pressure to qualify their support.“The left is using the term of Zionist as like a slur or use Zio or Zio, or describing that as someone that in the negative terms,” he explained.“In other words, being proud, pro-Israel, that’s become a slur, and people have to defend that,” Fetterman said.The event itself underscored the stakes.More than 800 pro-Israel students gathered for training, networking, and discussions on combating antisemitism and strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance on college campuses.Fetterman used the platform to reinforce his consistent support for the Jewish state amid what he sees as a broader party shift.President Donald Trump has issued parallel warnings.In June, after socialists scored primary wins in New York, Trump declared that Democrats had moved past socialism into something darker: “These are not social Democrats. These are hardcore, godless communists. They’re godless communists. All communists are godless. They don’t believe in God. This is the most serious threat to our country since its existence. In my opinion, 250 years ago. This is a major threat to our country.”Asked late Tuesday what more socialist primary victories would mean, Trump called the Democratic Party “a mess.”“I think they should form another party, the communist of America party. I think they should have a new party, the communists of America, and it will do well, it’ll get about 10% of the vote,” he said.Fetterman further highlighted his independent streak on foreign policy, noting he was the only Senate Democrat to support the Trump administration’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.He has also stood alone among Democrats in opposing certain War Powers resolutions on the issue.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Aug 06, 2026