...Read More
Before the Artemis II mission blasted off to go around the moon, the astronauts were faced with one more earthly question about diversity and representation.The last-ditch struggle session-style question came while the astronauts were in preflight quarantine, literally unable to escape the woke query.'It's the story of humanity, not black history, not women's history.' Just three days before the launch on Sunday, the astronauts fielded questions, with a focus on race and gender coming from Spectrum News' Anthony Leone. He asked, "There are so many firsts here for this mission. The first commander of a returned manned mission to the moon. The first black man, the first woman, the first Canadian to visit the moon. What do these firsts mean to each of you?"The first to answer was Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman, who squashed any idea of self praise:"We are not doing this for the superlatives. We're doing this because it's a unique opportunity. We are going for all and by all. This is what NASA embodies."Next it was pilot Victor Glover who completely rejected the premise, going viral for his response."I want to highlight, I guess maybe one facet of this is the tension," Glover explained. "This dichotomy between happiness that a young woman can look at Christina and just physicalize her, her passion or her interest, or even if it's not something she wants to do, she can just be like, 'girl power.' And that's awesome. And that young brown boys and girls can look at me and go, 'Hey, he looks like me, and he's doing what?' And that's great, I love that," Glover continued.However, the astronaut then revealed he has grown tired of race being the first thing mentioned about his accomplishments:"I also hope we are pushing the other direction that one day we don't have to talk about these firsts, that one day this is just —" Glover paused to reset for emphasis. "Listen to this: that this is the human history. It's about human history. It's the story of humanity, not black history, not women's history, but that it becomes human history."RELATED: The return to the moon starts NOW: ‘Exploration is what we do’ Glover then passed the mic to Christina Koch, Artemis II mission specialist. Koch did not disappoint either, telling reporters that the mission is "not about celebrating any one individual.""If there is something to celebrate, it's that we are at a time when everyone who has a dream gets to work equally hard to achieve that dream ... if we are not going for all and by all, we aren't truly answering all of humanity's call to explore. That, to me, is what's worth celebrating."While the NASA astronauts all focused on the bigger picture rather than celebrating race or gender politics, the fourth crew member, Canadian mission specialist Jeremy Hansen, took a different route.While Hansen began by saying the mission is an acknowledgment of "anybody who shows up" and is able to contribute something meaningful, he quickly pivoted to give progressives an answer to be proud of."I'm wearing a Canadian patch here that was designed by an Anishinaabe artist in Canada, and it just represents some of the beauty of indigenous culture and their perspective on the moon and the seven sacred laws and just the richness of doing something together and how inviting that is."The Anishinaabe refers to a grouping of native tribes that surrounded the Great Lakes region. Including the Algonquin and Mississauga people, as well as groups of smaller tribes, it is an oft-cited moniker favored by activists pursuing their political endeavors.RELATED: America returns to the moon: How to watch Artemis II launch Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Glover is a devout Christian; he has been adamant about his faith and even asked for prayers regarding his moon mission. His brazen unwillingness to compromise on presenting his views has made him stand out throughout the mission lead-up."I want to use the abilities that God has given me to do my job well and support my crewmates and mission and NASA," he said in a 2020 Christian Chronicle interview; in remarks to Christianity Today, Glover said that he "very intentionally" puts "God at the front" of his missions because "it's the way I try to live my life as well."Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!...Read More
The Kent County prosecutor's ruling that the shooting death of Da'Quain Johnson by Grand Rapids police was justified has led to more calls for a second opinion from the state Attorney General's Office. But the chances of that happening appear slim....Read More
Elle Macpherson, 62, strips down for a new Bonds underwear campaign, showing off her toned physique and celebrating her cheeky "real self" philosophy....Read More
A 24-year-old illegal immigrant allegedly slit his wife's throat in Dallas. DHS lodged an ICE detainer asking Texas authorities not to release him....Read More
Yesterday, President Trump announced on Truth Social that the administration was parting ways with Attorney General Pam Bondi. He thanked the former Florida AG for her service and said that she would be transitioning to an unspecified new job in the private sector, while Deputy AG Todd Blanche steps in as acting attorney general.BlazeTV host Sara Gonzales welcomed part of the news with enthusiasm.“Finally happened. President Trump actually decided to fire some of the deadweight in his administration,” she says.However, Sara strongly pushes back on Trump’s description of Blanche as a “very talented and respected legal mind.”“Todd Blanche is, like, neck-deep in deep state, OK? Todd Blanche is like a Harvard elitist. Todd Blanche is not to be trusted. All of my sources within the DOJ are saying Todd Blanche is a problem,” she says.Some of her sources have even suggested that Blanche, not Bondi, bears much of the blame for the DOJ’s perceived failures.“Some of my sources have said that Pam Bondi is so incompetent that she just farmed everything out to Todd Blanche. Like she just handed everything over to Todd Blanche. Todd Blanche has actually already been running things, and this is how it's going,” Sara says. Even though Blanche is only a temporary acting AG while Trump searches for a permanent replacement, Sara warns that the damage he could do in the interim is significant.“You could have an interim attorney general, an acting attorney general, for literal years. … If he's here longer than five minutes, it's going to be a problem,” she quips.An attorney general, she argues, should be “should be competent … willing to fight … willing to go to the trenches.”But neither Bondi nor Blanche, according to Sara, fits that bill.Several names are now floating as potential replacements, with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin emerging as the leading contender. To hear Sara’s full take on the possible candidates, watch the video above.Want more from Sara Gonzales?To enjoy more of Sara's no-holds-barred takes on news and culture, subscribe to BlazeTV — the largest multi-platform network of voices who love America, defend the Constitution, and live the American dream....Read More
Air force pararescue units who specialise in CSAR missions are among the most highly trained in the US military....Read More
ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all of the 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carried the cross to every station. “I think it will be an important sign [...]...Read More
First responders are attempting life-saving measures after a three-year-old was hit by a car in Cedar Springs Friday afternoon. ...Read More
Take your PC gaming to the next level....Read More
It’s often said that Washington, D.C., is Hollywood for ugly people. Well, Congress is finally getting the Hollywood treatment it has been longing for. While... Read More The post Lawmakers Get a Taste of the Celebrity Lifestyle, Ruthless TMZ Paparazzi appeared first on The Daily Signal. ...Read More
CNN analyst Harry Enten delivered Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and other members of his party some bad news on Thursday, revealing that President Donald Trump's approval rating is under water but that Democrats' approval rating is nearly scraping bottom.Talking head John Berman noted that the new CNN poll conducted by SSRS found that while Trump had an approval rating of 35%, "bad news for Republicans hasn't really been good news for Democrats."'They don't like their own party.'"No, no, not at all," said Enten. "These numbers are just atrociously awful. A double A for the Democrats here."Seventy-four percent of respondents said that congressional Democrats did not have the right priorities. Even more damning was the response from Democrat respondents, 55% of whom said as much of their party's representatives in Congress."This, to me, just jumps out of the screen because it screams 'primary challenges' all over the map, and it says that even if Democrats don't like Donald Trump, they don't like their own party either when it comes to Congress," said Enten.Whereas 32% of Americans hold a favorable view of the GOP, the poll found that only 28% of Americans hold a favorable view of the Democratic Party.RELATED: Democrats' gerrymandering campaign in Virginia hits a snag: Obama Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesBerman characterized the damning responses as "Democrat-on-Democrat crime," then asked about American support for the Democrat leadership."The bottom has fallen out," said Enten. "Even Democrats don't like their own leaders when it comes to Congress. And overall, of course, the numbers are just absolutely awful."Enten cast doubt on whether Schumer will be able to remain the Senate leader for the Democrats, suggesting that it's a "coin toss when it comes to Schumer actually winning the next Dem Senate leader selection."An Economist/YouGov poll published this week found that a plurality of Democratic voters — 41% — disapprove of the job Schumer is doing as minority leader of the U.S. Senate, and 37% signaled approval. Schumer's overall approval rating was 20%.David Axelrod, who served as a political strategist for former President Barack Obama, recently told PBS that Schumer "has been under fire for some time, particularly from progressives in the party," and that his political fate may be linked to the midterm elections."There's questions as to whether he'll run in 2028. There's even questions as to whether he might be challenged as leader," said Axelrod. "I think the results of this election may impact that."House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), whose overall approval rating was 24%, fared slightly better with Democrats than Schumer, with 43% signaling approval and 32% signaling disapproval of his job performance.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!...Read More
President Donald Trump has requested $152 million in the White House’s proposed 2027 federal budget to rebuild Alcatraz and restore it as an active federal prison, this comes after his announcement last year to reopen the facility....Read More
A ticketholder at a Dallas Stars hockey game has said she called a fan misbehavior hotline on a group of men for doing what she describes as "Nazi salutes."The Stars' home arena and the hockey team are investigating the incident that has gone viral online due to a fan video.'It was every goal they were doing it.'The viral video was taken by Courtney Ripley, a Stars fan who was near the four men in question when they were making the alleged hand gestures during the game. Typically, fans at American Airlines Center make a fist pump motion while chanting the "Dallas Stars" team name repeatedly. However, Ripley told WFAA-TV that "this group of men were doing Nazi salutes instead.""It was shocking," she said. "It was every goal they were doing it."Ripley also said she reported the group of fans to the arena's fan misbehavior hotline and was told that the organization sent a staff member to speak with the men. However, despite allegedly providing her video and their seat numbers, Ripley said not only was she told the men could not be located but that she never saw staff approach them at all."Kind of disappointing on that front too, a little bit," she told WFAA.RELATED: 'We want to be inclusive': After Christian player posts Bible verses, Patriots coach says team needs to be 'educated' Ripley told the local outlet that the video only recently went viral, despite it being filmed during a December 21 game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.Now, the American Airlines Center is coordinating with the Stars for an investigation."American Airlines Arena (AAC) has zero tolerance for any acts of hate and/or discrimination, and we aim to ensure an environment for our guests that is free from disruptive behaviors, including foul/abusive language and obscene gestures," the arena said in a statement, per ESPN. "As such, we strongly denounce the actions that appear to be depicted in the video footage and are conducting an internal investigation."A spokesperson for the Stars told ESPN on Thursday that the franchise is "fully aligned with the arena's statement" and is working with the team to "find out exactly what happened."RELATED: Female ex-referee accuses NFL of sexism, sues after she was allegedly made to perform 'an utterly humiliating' act Glenn James/NHLI/Getty Images American Airlines Center has a plethora of prohibited behaviors they list as "disturbances," which can result in an ejection from the arena. They include standing on chairs, "mooning," interfering with the game, and lighting a fire.Obvious infractions also include drunk and disorderly conduct, fighting, throwing objects, or violating laws.While profanity and offensive words are also prohibited, the arena's rules do not appear to include anything about gestures unless they are part of "taunting" players, employees, referees, or performers.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!...Read More
Sonic imaging revealed millions of fish killed in epic feeding frenzy....Read More
A renewable energy source that runs day and night, powered by salt and fresh water....Read More
After IRGC said it would retaliate for US-Israeli strikes on universities in Iran, several schools in region move classes online; US reiterates warning for citizens to leave Lebanon The post US embassy in Beirut warns Iran, terror groups may target Lebanese universities appeared first on The Times of Israel. ...Read More
A man is dead after suffering an apparent medical emergency and crashing his car into a tree in Battle Creek Thursday afternoon, police say....Read More
...Read More
Stay up to date with the Fox News True Crime Newsletter, which brings you the latest cases ripped from the headlines, from crime to courts, legal and scandal....Read More
President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on a short ride to the Supreme Court on Wednesday with just four words, a report says, and now rumors about her potential replacement are swirling around Washington. Trump reportedly told Bondi, "I think it's time," to notify her of her firing the day before formally announcing her removal in a Truth Social post. Trump later announced her departure on Thursday, calling her a "Great American Patriot and a loyal friend" but reportedly privately expressing frustration with the lack of prosecutions against Democrats and her botched handling of the Epstein files. 'I'm not going anywhere.'Needless to say, Bondi had become a sore spot for the administration, prompting her to become the second departure from Trump's Cabinet following former Department of Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem. Trump has since announced that Todd Blanche, Bondi's former deputy, would temporarily step in as attorney general while the president continues weighing his options to fill the slot long-term. Trump's top pick continues to be EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who met with the president on Tuesday, according to one administration official. The meeting was about an unrelated topic, but the official told Blaze News that Trump floated the idea of Zeldin replacing Bondi. The next day, Trump informed Bondi of her firing.RELATED: Bondi is OUT — and Trump already has a replacement in mind Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesWhile Zeldin is widely regarded to be the top choice, Trump has not yet made a formal announcement.Other names have been circulating, although most of them would be considered long shots. Republican Sens. Mike Lee of Utah and Ted Cruz of Texas had been floated by onlookers, both of whom would likely sail through Senate confirmation. Critics quickly called out anonymously cited senators endorsing Lee for the role, saying they just want to get rid of one of the most conservative lawmakers. "Senators who prefer working two and a half days a week are probably Lee’s biggest cheerleaders in taking another job," a senior Republican source told Blaze News. Lee later set the record straight in a post on X, saying, "I'm not going anywhere." RELATED: Bondi speaks out after ouster, still may have to testify before Congress Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call Inc./Getty ImagesAnother rumored candidate to be top cop has been Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is currently running a fierce campaign to oust Republican Sen. John Cornyn. The two have been facing off in a high-stakes primary that Trump was expected to weigh in on but so far has not done so. Although Paxton is popular with the base, he would have to first be approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee on which his opponent sits. Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina would also be a challenging committee vote to secure, not to mention Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine, who have known to defect on key floor votes. Other possible candidates are some of Bondi's top DOJ officials, including Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon and even Blanche. While Blanche has assumed the role in the interim, he has shut the door on any future Epstein investigation, telling Fox News that "it should not be a part of anything going forward."Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!...Read More
Sen. John Fetterman asks DHS to raise the security designation for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, citing safety concerns amid the ongoing Iran conflict....Read More
A 41-year-old Muskegon man was arrested after nearly 100 pounds of meth and multiple guns were seized in multiple locations. ...Read More
First Photos From the Artemis II Mission Show Earth in Ways Humans Haven’t Seen Since the Apollo Era
ZME Science: 2026-04-03 12:48:07
Artemis II astronauts ditch lunch to capture breathtaking photos 100,000 miles away from home....Read More
Critics call out California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office for omitting Joe Biden from a post about missing a president with a "functioning brain," highlighting Barack Obama instead....Read More
Researchers discovered their own lab gloves are artificially inflating environmental microplastic counts....Read More
A Democrat candidate who is running to flip a U.S. House seat in Texas once toured with an accordionist who had been convicted for indecent conduct with a child.Bobby Pulido won two Latin Grammys as a Tejano music performer, but a New York Post report found that he performed many concerts with a child sex offender who also played the accordion.'Despite being caught on tape admitting he knew of this man's criminality and praising him as recently as November, Mr. Pulido now falsely claims to have been unaware of his crimes.'Frankie Caballero was sentenced to four years in prison for the second-degree felony with an 8-year-old girl in 2014.The Post documented that Pulido performed with Caballero at concerts in Kansas City, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Tucson, and other places between 2018 and 2021.In addition, the accordionist still identifies himself as the accordion player for Pulido on Facebook.Pulido's campaign manager, Abel Prado, told the Post that Pulido did not know about the child sex crime conviction. "Bobby was never made aware of Caballero's sex offender registration and would never knowingly associate with anyone with that kind of history," Prado said. "Bobby extends his deepest sympathies and support to all of the victims involved."The report also notes that the court records of the conviction in 2014 were not public because the victim was a minor, but the charge, sex registry status, and the sentence are all available on an official website for the Texas Dept. of Public Safety.Booking records at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's website indicate that Caballero was booked on four counts related to indecent sexual contact with a child.Pulido's Republican opponent, Rep. Monica De La Cruz (Texas), released a statement accusing the musician of being less than truthful about what he knew."My heart goes out to the children who were sexually abused by a close friend and professional associate of Bobby Pulido. For three decades, Mr. Pulido brought a child predator into our neighborhoods with multiple convictions for sexually abusing children in Hidalgo County, including an 8-year-old girl," reads the statement from De La Cruz."Despite being caught on tape admitting he knew of this man's criminality and praising him as recently as November, Mr. Pulido now falsely claims to have been unaware of his crimes," she added. "These are not South Texas values. As both a mother and a congresswoman, I want the families of these sexually abused children whose suffering Mr. Pulido ignored to know that I am here for you."She went on to ask the victims' families to contact her office for federal resources of support.RELATED: Democratic challenger in pivotal Texas election portrayed pervert who masturbates in public in music video Prado also said that Pulido learned about Caballero's criminal history in 2021 and immediately fired him.De La Cruz trounced her Democrat opponent in the 2024 election by more than 14 points. President Donald Trump also won the district easily.Prior to the revelations about his touring with a child sex offender, Pulido tried to gain media attention by asking 15-year-old Latinas to invite him to their birthday parties.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here! ...Read More
THE CENTER SQUARE—Democratic officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia announced Friday they’re suing to block President Donald Trump’s recent executive order regulating... Read More The post Dems Sue Over Trump’s Executive Order on Mail-in Ballots appeared first on The Daily Signal. ...Read More
An Arizona cold case was solved after 30 years. Christina Plante, missing since 1994, has been found alive. An investigator says she ran away at age 13....Read More
Arizona cold case solved after 30 years: Christina Plante, missing since 1994, has been found alive. An investigator says she ran away at age 13....Read More