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WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Candace Owens, a prominent U.S. conservative commentator, has been denied a visa to enter New Zealand for an upcoming speaking engagement. Immigration officials announced this decision, noting that her application was rejected because she had previously been banned from Australia. This development comes shortly after Australia also turned down her visa request. Australian authorities cited Owens’ controversial statements regarding World War II and the Holocaust, specifically her claims concerning Nazi medical experiments on Jews in concentration camps. Owens is set to speak in various cities across Australia and in Auckland, New Zealand, in February and March.…

A man has been arrested on a murder charge following a violent incident at a golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida. The police report indicates that Junior Boucher, 36, allegedly killed 65-year-old Brian Hiltebeitel using the victim’s own golf clubs on November 25. According to the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department, Hiltebeitel was reported missing by his family just an hour before the attack. The police described the assault as a “random act of violence” that occurred around 1:30 PM at the Sandhill Crane Golf Club. Witnesses reported hearing Hiltebeitel yell, “He’s trying to kill me,” while fleeing from…

Two separate plane collisions caused significant disruption at Boston Logan International Airport on a busy travel day this past Monday. The first incident involved an American Airlines jet, which, while taxiing to its gate, struck the wing of a parked Frontier Airlines aircraft. Witnesses described the scene, noting the sudden loud bang. One Frontier passenger, Evelyn Pipione, shared her fear as the incident unfolded, comparing the noise to something falling. Footage captured by bystanders showed the damage clearly, with the wing of the Frontier plane visibly buckled beneath the larger American aircraft. Douglas Garcia, who recorded the video, explained how…

LOS ANGELES — The upcoming Super Bowl pregame show promises to be a celebration of Louisiana’s rich musical heritage. Grammy and Oscar-winning artist Jon Batiste will perform the national anthem, while fellow Louisiana natives Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle will sing “America the Beautiful.” The event will take place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9, just before the NFL’s championship game. Seth Dudowsky, the NFL’s music chief, expressed excitement about the lineup, saying, “We’re honored to work with this year’s pregame lineup to celebrate the rich musical legacy of New Orleans and the entire state.” Joining…

A brother and sister from Mississippi have been sentenced to federal prison for attempting to have their stepfather murdered as part of a plot driven by financial gain, according to U.S. authorities. Joshua D. Bryan, 29, and his sister Regan E. Bryan, 30, tried to hire a hitman to kill their stepfather in hopes of collecting on life insurance benefits, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Mississippi announced on November 26. Court documents indicate that the siblings were set to inherit around $6 million from a family trust established following the death of a relative, whose name…

Ally Shapiro, the daughter of reality TV star Jill Zarin, has voiced her strong disapproval of a recent episode of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.” She criticized the show for showcasing a heartfelt conversation between Mary Cosby and her son, Robert Jr., about his struggles with drug addiction. In her Instagram Story, Ally shared her perspective, noting that, as someone who grew up on reality television, she found it inappropriate to film such a sensitive topic. Ally expressed concern that this personal moment should not have been captured on camera, suggesting it would be more suitable to share…

Mary McGee, a trailblazer in racing and an inspiration for many, has passed away at the age of 87, according to her family. McGee’s remarkable contributions to the world of off-road and motorcycle racing have left a lasting impact on generations of athletes who followed in her footsteps. Her family shared that she died from complications related to a stroke at her home in Gardnerville, Nevada, just one day before the release of the short documentary “Motorcycle Mary,” which highlights her incredible career. The documentary, produced in part by seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton, premiered at the Tribeca Festival…

San Jose State University expressed its disappointment following Boise State’s decision to pull out of their semifinal match in the Mountain West women’s volleyball tournament. Despite this setback, the Spartans are focusing on their upcoming championship game. Boise State did not explicitly state the reasons for their withdrawal, which came shortly after they secured a place in the semifinals against San Jose State. This forfeiture allows San Jose State to advance to the championship match, scheduled for Saturday. The issue stems from a recent lawsuit in Colorado. Players from several schools have challenged the participation of a San Jose State…

A man in New Mexico has recently been awarded a staggering $412 million in a medical malpractice case, which his attorneys say is the largest such verdict in the United States. The decision came after a jury found that the patient, now in his 70s, suffered significant harm due to improper medical treatment. The case stemmed from incidents that occurred at the NuMale Medical Center, where the man received unnecessary injections for erectile dysfunction that ultimately resulted in lasting damage. The “invasive shots” were given following a misdiagnosis, according to reports. This legal battle began in 2017 when the patient…

Several Democratic representatives from Connecticut recently received bomb threats at their homes on Thanksgiving Day. The targeted lawmakers included Reps. Jim Himes, Jahana Hayes, Joe Courtney, and John Larson. Fortunately, authorities found no evidence supporting these threats. Rep. Jim Himes, who serves as the highest-ranking Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, shared that he was informed of the bomb threat while celebrating Thanksgiving with his family. He expressed relief after a comprehensive response from law enforcement confirmed that there was no bomb at his residence. Himes commented on the situation, stating, “There is no place for political violence in this…