Day: July 2, 2025

Cruise giants are building their own private paradise islands with jaw-dropping featuresCruise giants are building their own private paradise islands with jaw-dropping features

Cruise lines have been betting big on their private destinations.  Later this month, Carnival will open Celebration Key, a private destination the cruise line operator has been developing on the island of Grand Bahama for its guests. CEO Josh Weinstein told “The Claman Countdown” host Liz Claman on June 24 that it was “already one […] ...

State Department unveils patriotic ‘America First’ rebrand as part of sweeping makeoverState Department unveils patriotic ‘America First’ rebrand as part of sweeping makeover

FIRST ON FOX: The State Department is launching a new “America First” rebranding initiative to consolidate all the logos for its offices under a singular one depicting the American flag — an effort that aligns with the agency’s massive overhaul plans.  Whereas separate logos existed previously for offices, including embassies, bureaus and programs under the […] ...

Murkowski got to yes on $3.3T megabill thanks to spending for AlaskaMurkowski got to yes on $3.3T megabill thanks to spending for Alaska

Republican leaders in the Senate convinced Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, to vote in favor of President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” with a series of spending initiatives for her home state. Negotiations over the bill stretched on to the eleventh hour before the bill was passed on Tuesday, with Murkowski opposing the legislation until she […] ...

Katie Taylor explains why she took third bout vs Amanda Serrano, who ‘needs this fight more than I do’Katie Taylor explains why she took third bout vs Amanda Serrano, who ‘needs this fight more than I do’

While co-headlining the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson boxing bout in Dallas last November, Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano stole the show. The two women went blow for blow in 10 grueling rounds at the center of AT&T Stadium, which became the most-attended — and watched — women’s boxing match of all time. The fighters became the […] ...

LA hotel owners sound alarm as $30 minimum wage threatens to crush industryLA hotel owners sound alarm as $30 minimum wage threatens to crush industry

Los Angeles hotel operators are fighting a $30 minimum wage hike that was passed by the city council, amid a struggle with “profitability.” “Hotels don’t just fuel tourism. They support local workers and their families. These new regulations will force so many of us to fight to keep our businesses alive, putting thousands of those […] ...

Politicians push job-killing minimum wage hikes while ignoring the devastating economic realityPoliticians push job-killing minimum wage hikes while ignoring the devastating economic reality

Despite it being widely known by anyone who can think two steps ahead that price controls have negative consequences, politicians can’t help but continue to promote price controls as policy.  With Americans facing increased costs of living, there has been a return to calling for minimum wage hikes from democratic socialists like New York City […] ...

Beloved performer Red Panda falls from unicycle, taken off court in wheelchair during WNBA halftime showBeloved performer Red Panda falls from unicycle, taken off court in wheelchair during WNBA halftime show

Red Panda, known for her incredible unicycle routine during halftime shows, left the Target Center floor in a wheelchair after falling during the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup final between the Indiana Fever and Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday night.  Red Panda, whose real name is Rong “Krystal” Niu, fell from her 7-foot unicycle during the routine, and […] ...

Federal climate website goes dark as Trump administration promises policy resetFederal climate website goes dark as Trump administration promises policy reset

The federal website created to host the U.S. national climate assessments, congressionally-mandated and peer-reviewed reports that cover the effects of climate change in the U.S. has been inaccessible so far this week. A Fox News Digital review found that the websites for the U.S. Global Change Research Program and the pages for the national assessments […] ...

Republicans defy fiscal critics to push through Trump’s signature ‘beautiful’ tax cutsRepublicans defy fiscal critics to push through Trump’s signature ‘beautiful’ tax cuts

With the help of JD Vance and his tie-breaking vote, Senate Republicans narrowly passed their version of the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Tuesday. It is projected to increase budget deficits by roughly $4 trillion over the next decade. An analysis by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) using data from […] ...

Trump lit a fire under NATO, but more needs to be done to contain the Russia-China axisTrump lit a fire under NATO, but more needs to be done to contain the Russia-China axis

First President Donald Trump dropped the Midnight Hammer on Iran’s nuclear program, courtesy of the B-2 bombers. Then, four days later Trump dropped the hammer on NATO. With threats, charm and the momentum of victory, Trump pushed NATO’s European allies to pledge to spend 5% of their GDP on defense – the single biggest jump […] ...

China’s first mass-produced flying car debutsChina’s first mass-produced flying car debuts

China’s GAC Group, one of the country’s largest state-owned automakers, has introduced the Govy AirCab, a two-seater flying car designed to transform urban travel. While GAC might not be a household name in the United States, it’s a major player in China’s automotive industry, producing a wide range of vehicles and partnering with global brands […] ...

Trump urged to take on South Korea over tech regulations that target US, spare ChinaTrump urged to take on South Korea over tech regulations that target US, spare China

FIRST ON FOX: Concern is mounting in Washington following last month’s election of South Korea’s liberal President Lee Jae-Myung that Seoul seeks to “disproportionately” target U.S. digital companies with new regulatory requirements while giving Chinese businesses a pass. A group of Republican lawmakers on Wednesday are preparing to send a letter to the Trump administration […] ...

Trump takes aim at CNN and New York Times over Iran strike coverage, but journalists are shruggingTrump takes aim at CNN and New York Times over Iran strike coverage, but journalists are shrugging

President Donald Trump’s latest crusade against the media has focused on CNN and The New York Times, but journalists say they’re unfazed despite legal threats from the commander-in-chief.  Trump, who has a decades-long history of litigation that long predates his time in politics, has launched major lawsuits in the past year against CBS News, ABC […] ...

Look beyond the Big Apple’s socialist victory to find Democratic Party leaders in 2025Look beyond the Big Apple’s socialist victory to find Democratic Party leaders in 2025

When you think of quintessential American pastimes, right up there with apple pie and Little League Baseball are fundamentally wrong hot takes following closely watched political campaigns. Much ink has already been spilled covering Tuesday’s Democratic primary election in the Big Apple which saw Zohran Mamdani’s convincing win over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. At one […] ...

Did prosecution’s bombshell witnesses against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs make the case?Did prosecution’s bombshell witnesses against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs make the case?

The prosecution has rested its case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, and now the wait begins.  After several weeks of testimony from 34 witnesses, we’ll soon learn whether the music mogul will be found guilty of the sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges against him.  The prosecution built a case around coercion, while the defense upholds […] ...

Ohio police officer gets naked Travis Kelce tattoo to win signed jersey, energy drinksOhio police officer gets naked Travis Kelce tattoo to win signed jersey, energy drinks

Nick Jones, 29, saw a contest on Instagram that would, quite literally, have an everlasting impact. Accelerator Energy challenged fans of Travis and Jason Kelce to get a Kelce-themed tattoo and pay homage to the energy drink with it. For Jones, who’s covered in ink, that was no issue. So, the police officer in Napoleon, […] ...

Alaska’s oil reserves are America’s national security shieldAlaska’s oil reserves are America’s national security shield

At first glance, the unrest in the Middle East, the conflict in Ukraine and a recent Supreme Court ruling might appear to have little in common.  But the first two illustrate the way in which American energy dominance – led by the abundant resources of the Last Frontier – can bolster our national security, while […] ...

Breast cancer survivors may have lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, study findsBreast cancer survivors may have lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, study finds

Cancer is not typically associated with health benefits, but a new study suggests that it could reduce the risk of dementia for some patients. A study led by the Seoul National University College of Medicine suggests that breast cancer survivors could have a slightly lower chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared to those who had […] ...

Border crisis under Biden reveals shocking abuse of migrant children placed with unvetted sponsors: DHSBorder crisis under Biden reveals shocking abuse of migrant children placed with unvetted sponsors: DHS

The Department of Homeland Security is pulling back the curtain on widespread abuse and exploitation of unaccompanied minors who crossed the U.S. border during the last administration and were placed with unvetted sponsors. DHS launched a national child welfare initiative in February to identify and locate at-risk kids who may have been placed with improperly […] ...

Sinkhole in historic city reveals medieval hospital hiding just beneath street levelSinkhole in historic city reveals medieval hospital hiding just beneath street level

Archaeologists in a historic city recently came across the remnants of an expansive medieval hospital. The discovery was announced by the City of York Council on June 9. The ancient remains were found in a “void,” or sinkhole, that had recently opened on the street of St Leonard’s Place in York in the United Kingdom. […] ...

Bryan Kohberger expected to officially plead guilty: what’s nextBryan Kohberger expected to officially plead guilty: what’s next

Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger is expected to plead guilty Wednesday when he returns to court after accepting a deal earlier this week in a move that has been slammed by some of the victims’ family members. Kohberger, 30, is accused of killing University of Idaho students Madison Mogen, 21, Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Xana Kernodle, […] ...

Florida teen threatens to shoot up McDonald’s after $5 order is messed up: policeFlorida teen threatens to shoot up McDonald’s after $5 order is messed up: police

A Florida teen is behind bars after threatening to shoot up a McDonald’s for messing up his order, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. Dayton Schaffer, 18, is charged with a false report concerning the use of a firearm against a person(s) and misuse of a two-way communication device, according to the sheriff’s office. […] ...

GameStop customers could receive cash payout following settlement over alleged privacy breachGameStop customers could receive cash payout following settlement over alleged privacy breach

Customers who purchased a video game from the website of popular gaming retailer, GameStop, during the past five years could be eligible for a payout under a recent settlement following an alleged privacy breach. The class-action lawsuit, filed by Alejandro Aldana and Scott Gallie, accused GameStop of sharing customers’ personal information without their consent. The […] ...

Challenges loom for trucking industry with end of Trump’s tariff pauseChallenges loom for trucking industry with end of Trump’s tariff pause

President Donald Trump’s 90-day pause on tariffs could be ending early this month. For truckers at Southern California’s ports, that could mean even more economic uncertainty.  The Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles are entering peak season. Cargo ships from overseas are usually packed with things like back-to-school supplies and holiday gifts. US ECONOMY […] ...

Why Andrew Sullivan says the gay rights movement has gone off the railsWhy Andrew Sullivan says the gay rights movement has gone off the rails

There’s a phrase I keep hearing these days: TAKE THE WIN. It can be applied to anyone – Donald Trump, Chuck Schumer, AOC – who notches a victory and then insists on demanding more, however unrealistic that might be. What brings this to mind is an extraordinary essay by Andrew Sullivan in the New York […] ...