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Rep. Jared Moskowitz from Florida, a Democrat, made headlines this week by joining the bipartisan DOGE Caucus in the House of Representatives. This group aims to improve government efficiency and reduce unnecessary spending. His involvement marks a notable crossover, as he is the first Democrat to join this caucus, which was launched by Republican Reps. Pete Sessions of Texas and Aaron Bean of Florida. In a recent statement, Moskowitz expressed his belief that getting rid of ineffective spending should be a goal everyone can support, regardless of party affiliation. He specifically called for the separation of the U.S. Secret Service…

Hoda Kotb recently shared her personal experience with body shaming from a past boss during an episode of “Today with Hoda & Jenna.” The 60-year-old host reflected on comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet regarding the pressure to alter one’s body to secure significant film roles. Kotb expressed her connection to this struggle, shedding light on her own history. During the show, Kotb recalled starting her career in a smaller market and how her views on fitness were challenged. “I played basketball in high school, so I thought I was in shape. But after college, I wasn’t really,” she said.…

Britney Spears recently celebrated her 43rd birthday with a humorous twist, jokingly claiming she was turning 5 instead of her actual age. The pop star shared a lighthearted video on Instagram from her birthday getaway in Mexico, where she expressed, “It’s my birthday. I’m not turning 42. I’m turning 5 this year,” delighting her fans with her playful spirit. In her birthday festivities, she shared another video featuring a small, charming cake topped with strawberries, declaring, “A baby strawberry! A very, very cute baby, baby cake that my friend got!” This delightful moment added to the joy of her special…

General Motors is recalling over 132,000 heavy-duty pickups in the United States due to an issue with tailgate release switches. These switches can malfunction and cause the tailgates to open unexpectedly while the trucks are parked, which poses a safety risk. This latest recall includes specific models of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks, adding to a previous February recall that involved 323,000 vehicles. The trucks affected are those equipped with a manual tailgate along with a power lock and release feature. The problem arises when water gets into the electronic systems of the gate…

NEW YORK – Kendrick Lamar has made waves in the music world with his hit song “Not Like Us,” which has secured the top spot on Apple Music’s global song chart for 2024. This marks Lamar’s first appearance at No. 1 on the year-end chart, showcasing his strong presence in the industry. Following Lamar on the chart are impressive tracks from other artists. Benson Boone’s “Beautiful Things” takes second place, with Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” in third, Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” in fourth, and Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer” rounding out the top five. It’s worth noting that “Cruel Summer” has…

A Bollywood actress’s sister has been charged in connection with a tragic fire that resulted in the deaths of her ex-boyfriend and another woman. The incident allegedly occurred after she tried to revive their past relationship, which he had rejected. Aliya Fakhri, 43, from Queens, New York, faces multiple charges including first-degree murder. According to prosecutors, she supposedly set a fire in the detached garage of a home in Jamaica, Queens, which led to the deaths of Edward Jacobs, 35, and Anastasia Ettienne, 33. Fakhri is the sister of Nargis Fakhri, a well-known actress in Indian cinema, who gained recognition…

Lt. Gen. Christopher Donahue, who gained recognition as the last American soldier to leave Kabul during the chaotic evacuation in 2021, has been confirmed by the Senate to lead U.S. Army operations in Europe and Africa. His confirmation came quietly this past Monday, amidst a flurry of military promotions approved by the Senate prior to the Thanksgiving recess. President Biden nominated Donahue for this significant role, but his confirmation was delayed due to a procedural hold by Senator Markwayne Mullin, a Republican from Oklahoma. Mullin has been outspoken about what he describes as a disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan, which included…

A 22-year-old social media influencer has been arrested again for allegedly stealing from a Florida Target store. Marlena Velez, who gained attention last month for a previous theft incident, is facing new charges after another shoplifting incident at the same location. Velez was first arrested in October for allegedly taking 16 items worth over $500 from the Target in Cape Coral. She was identified partly through videos she posted on TikTok, where she has around 400,000 followers. According to officials, Velez used a fake barcode at the self-checkout to steal 16 household and clothing items valued at about $225 during…

In a surprising turn of events, a prominent British chef has made a heartfelt appeal to thieves who recently stole a van containing 2,500 delicious pies. Tommy Banks, owner of two Michelin-starred restaurants along with a pub in Yorkshire, expressed his hope that the culprits would consider giving away the stolen food to those in need. The van was reportedly taken along with its cargo of pies, including steak and ale, and turkey and butternut squash, which were meant for a Christmas market in York. This loss represents a significant value of approximately £25,000, or around $32,000. Despite having insurance…

A man from Manassas Park, Virginia has been charged with the murder of his wife, based on troubling online searches he allegedly made. Naresh Bhatt, who is facing serious charges including first-degree murder and tampering with a dead body, was taken into custody after his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, went missing in early August. Mamta, a 28-year-old mother from Nepal, was reported missing on August 5 after failing to show up for work, which prompted local police to check on her. There had been no contact with her since July 29. Following an investigation, authorities uncovered evidence suggesting that a…