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Hayden Panettiere's Tragic 911 Call: What Really Happened? New

Hayden Panettiere's Tragic 911 Call: What Really Happened?

See more of our coverage in your search results. Zach Hickerson’s desperate attempts to save actress Hayden Panettiere’s life have been revealed in a new 911 audio.A 911 call obtained by CBS News revealed Brian Hickerson’s brother called authorities in a panic after finding the “Heroes” alum unresponsive in an Airbnb in South Carolina on Aug. 16.“Oh god, oh my god,” Zach — who said he had just returned from church when he found her — can be heard on the call before the dispatcher asked if Panettiere was breathing. “No, I don’t think so.”Zach Hickerson’s attempted to save actress Hayden Panettiere’s life, a 911 audio recording revealed. (Seen here: Panettiere in September 2024.) RW/MediaPunch / ShutterstockBrian Hickerson’s brother called authorities in a panic after finding the actress unresponsive in a South Carolina Airbnb in South Carolina on Aug. 16, per CBS News. (Seen here: Brian and Zach Hickerson.) Zach Hickerson/InstagramThe dispatcher instructed Zach to find a defibrillator, which he was unable to locate. He then confirmed the actress was not breathing.“OK, we need to start CPR,” the dispatcher told Zach. “I’m going to tell you how to do CPR, OK? We’re gonna start with ventilation first.” Zach proceeded to perform the life-saving measures on Panettiere until first responders arrived and took over. Zach had returned to the apartment complex (seen here) after church. Robin Rayne for NY PostDuring the call, Zach confirmed that Panettiere (seen here with Brian) wasn’t breathing. Eric Charbonneau/ShutterstockThe “I Love You Beth Cooper” star was pronounced dead at the scene at 2:32 p.m. local time. She was 36.Additionally, a police report previously obtained by Page Six revealed Brian, who was involved in an on-again, off-again relationship with Panettiere since 2018, gave officers a “bag of medication” she had been taking.Page Six confirmed that Panettiere died from the toxic effects of 4-ANPP, fentanyl, methocarbamol, alprazolam and quetiapine.Her manner of death was ruled an accident, with “no signs of trauma were discovered that would have contributed to the death.”Zach then attempted CPR on the Disney alum (seen here). Janet Mayer / ShutterstockParamedics arrived shortly after. (Seen here: Panettiere.) haydenpanettiere/InstagramHayden’s death was confirmed by her father, Skip Panettiere, via a statement that same day.“She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen,” the patriarch wrote. “We ask for privacy as our family takes time to process this unimaginable loss.”Ahead of her death, Hayden was candid about her ongoing addiction to opioids and alcohol, and her journey with postpartum depression.The “Nashville” alum recalled in 2015 the “really scary” and “painful” experience after she gave birth to her and her then-fiancé Wladimir Klitschko’s now 11-year-old daughter, Kaya.“There’s a lot of misunderstanding — there’s a lot of people out there that think it’s not real, that’s it not true, that it’s something that’s made up in their minds, that, ‘Oh, it’s hormones,’ ” she shared on a vulnerable episode of “Live with Kelly and Michael.”“They brush it off. It’s something that’s completely uncontrollable. It’s really painful and it’s really scary and women need a lot of support.”Panettiere (seen here with Brian) was pronounced dead at the scene. GC ImagesShe was 36. (Seen here: Panettiere in 2022.) Getty Images for amfARUltimately, Hayden’s battle with addiction led to her engagement with Klitschko ending in 2018, and her giving full custody of Kaya to her ex.“It was the hardest thing I ever had to do,” Hayden said in 2022, per People. “But I wanted to be a good mom to her — and sometimes that means letting them go.”According to a Greenville County Coroner’s Office obtained by Page Six, Hayden had allegedly overdosed and entered rehab before she died.If you or someone you care about is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).  Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. 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Oct 14, 2026
The Puzzle Trick That Stumped Everyone: The Truth Behind the White Ball's Weight New

The Puzzle Trick That Stumped Everyone: The Truth Behind the White Ball's Weight

Have you figured it out yet?Take another careful look before jumping to an answer.At first glance, this puzzle looks very simple.Most people immediately focus on the number 90.That is exactly where many mistakes begin.Start with the small balance on the right.It is perfectly level, which means both sides have the same total weight.On the left side of the small balance, there are three pink balls.On the right side, there is a weight labeled 90.Since the balance is even, the three pink balls together must weigh 90.Now divide that total equally.Each pink ball weighs 30.So far, the puzzle is easy.Now move your attention to the large balance.The left pan holds two white balls and one pink ball.Since one pink ball weighs 30, the total weight on the left side is two white balls plus 30.Many people now make a common mistake.They look at the small balance hanging on the right side and think it weighs only 90.But that is not how a hanging balance works.The large balance is not supporting only one side of the small balance.It is supporting the entire small balance.Everything hanging below the hook contributes to the total weight.That includes both pans of the small balance.The left pan contains three pink balls.Their total weight is 90.The right pan contains the weight labeled 90.That side also weighs 90.The small balance itself is balanced because both sides are equal.When the entire balanced scale hangs from the large balance, the hook carries the combined weight of both sides.So the total load hanging from the right side of the large balance is 90 plus 90.That gives us 180.Now compare both sides of the large balance.The left side weighs two white balls plus one pink ball.The right side weighs 180.Since the large balance is level, both sides must be equal.Write the equation.Two white balls plus 30 equals 180.Subtract 30 from both sides.Two white balls equal 150.Now divide by two.Each white ball weighs 75.That is the correct answer.The white ball weighs 75.This puzzle is a great reminder that careful observation is often more important than fast calculation.The number 90 is not the final clue.The real trick is understanding what the large balance is actually holding.If you notice that the hook supports the entire small balance instead of just one side, the solution becomes clear.Many people answer 30 or 45 because they forget that both sides of the hanging balance contribute to the total weight.Once you avoid that mistake, the math is straightforward.

Oct 14, 2026
Jake Bongiovi Opens Up About Fatherhood and Adoption with Millie Bobby Brown New

Jake Bongiovi Opens Up About Fatherhood and Adoption with Millie Bobby Brown

Jake Bongiovi has found his entire world shift since becoming a dad. “Becoming a father has completely broadened my understanding of the word love,” Bongiovi, 24, told L’Beaute Homme in a profile published Tuesday, October 13. “I think before you have children, you believe you understand what unconditional love means, but then you experience it in an entirely new way.” Bongiovi has been married to actress Millie Bobbie Brown since 2024 and the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, via adoption one year later. The proud parents confirmed last month that they recently adopted a baby boy. (Brown, 22, and Bongiovi have not publicly revealed their kids’ names.) “There is genuinely no better feeling in the world than hearing your child shout ‘Dada!’ when you walk into a room,” he mused to the outlet. “It's such a simple thing, but it's almost indescribable. In those moments, everything else seems to disappear. Fatherhood has given me a completely different perspective on life.” Bongiovi, one of the sons of Jon Bon Jovi and wife Dorothea Hurley, has since discovered that becoming a parent is an “extraordinary privilege." “Things that once felt incredibly important suddenly seem a little smaller, and the things you might previously have overlooked become the moments you cherish most,” he gushed. “I don't think there's a day that goes by when I'm not reminded of that [privilege].” Bongiovi, who is perpetually in awe watching “how quickly [his] children grow and discover the world,” wants to savor all of their milestones and memories. “One day they've learned how to smile, the next they're laughing, and before you know it, they're taking their first steps,” he said. “Every day brings something new, and you get to experience all of those little discoveries alongside them. My children have taught me to slow down. Life has a way of moving incredibly quickly, and I think we're all guilty of getting caught up in what's next rather than appreciating what's right in front of us.” He continued, “Sometimes the most meaningful part of my day is something as simple as sitting on the floor and playing with them or watching them figure something out for the first time. I think being a good father is ultimately about showing up, being present and creating an environment where your children feel safe enough to discover who they are.” Bongiovi also addressed the couple’s decision to adopt their two children. “Millie and I have built a beautiful family together. Through that experience, we've come to understand and appreciate a phrase that I think captures the meaning of parenthood so perfectly: ‘There are two ways to have a baby, one through your belly and one through your heart,’” he said. “I think there's something incredibly moving about that feeling because, ultimately, both journeys lead to the same place: love. The way a child enters your life doesn't define the love you have for them. What matters is the family you build, the home you create and the commitment you make to love and cherish that child unconditionally.” Bongiovi added, “Every family's story is different, and I think that's something to be celebrated. There isn't one singular way to become a parent or one definition of what a family should look like. For us, it's been an extraordinary journey, one that has taught us so much about love, gratitude and the importance of being present.” Just as Bongiovi has found his purpose as a father, he notes that Brown has also effortlessly taken to parenthood. “Watching Millie become a mother has been one of the most beautiful experiences of my life,” he noted. “There's something incredibly special about building a family with your best friend and knowing that you're experiencing all of these firsts together. I think the most important thing is that, through all the changes life brings, we continue to grow in the same direction.”

Oct 14, 2026
Mother Rhinoceros Stuns with Bold Move Against Giant Anaconda New

Mother Rhinoceros Stuns with Bold Move Against Giant Anaconda

Skip to content In the wild, a mother’s protective instincts can become her greatest strength, especially when her baby faces unexpected danger.A dramatic wildlife story circulating online describes an extraordinary confrontation between a mother rhinoceros and a massive anaconda.The young rhinoceros was reportedly staying close to its mother when a frightening threat appeared.A giant snake seemed to be moving dangerously close to the vulnerable calf.For a young animal still dependent on its mother’s protection, the situation appeared alarming.But the mother rhinoceros wasn’t about to stand aside.As the snake approached, she reportedly positioned her enormous body between the predator and her baby.The tension increased as the two powerful animals faced each other.One was a massive reptile known for its muscular strength.The other was a protective mother weighing thousands of pounds.Then the rhinoceros made a sudden move that changed the entire encounter.What happened next demonstrated just how determined a mother can be when protecting her young.Continue reading below in Part 2 below…

Oct 14, 2026
Mother Rhinoceros Stuns Everyone by Defending Her Calf Against Giant Anaconda New

Mother Rhinoceros Stuns Everyone by Defending Her Calf Against Giant Anaconda

Skip to content In the wild, a mother’s protective instincts can become her greatest strength, especially when her baby faces unexpected danger.A dramatic wildlife story circulating online describes an extraordinary confrontation between a mother rhinoceros and a massive anaconda.The young rhinoceros was reportedly staying close to its mother when a frightening threat appeared.A giant snake seemed to be moving dangerously close to the vulnerable calf.For a young animal still dependent on its mother’s protection, the situation appeared alarming.But the mother rhinoceros wasn’t about to stand aside.As the snake approached, she reportedly positioned her enormous body between the predator and her baby.The tension increased as the two powerful animals faced each other.One was a massive reptile known for its muscular strength.The other was a protective mother weighing thousands of pounds.Then the rhinoceros made a sudden move that changed the entire encounter.What happened next demonstrated just how determined a mother can be when protecting her young.Continue reading below in Part 2 below…

Oct 14, 2026
Hochul vs. Blakeman: The Debate Moments Everyone's Buzzing About New

Hochul vs. Blakeman: The Debate Moments Everyone's Buzzing About

Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and her Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman faced off Tuesday night in the only debate of their hotly contested gubernatorial election campaign — trading barbs on affordability, immigration, President Trump, and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman debate at NY1 studios in New York on Oct. 13, 2026, ahead of the Nov. 3 election Getty ImagesPolls have consistently shown Hochul leading Blakeman with the Nov. 3 election fewer than three weeks away, but the Nassau County executive is hoping to close the gap after the governor held off Lee Zeldin by just 6.5 percentage points four years ago.Here’s everything you need to know from The Post’s panel of experts about what happened Tuesday night. Comments have been lightly edited for clarity.O’Brien O.B. Murray, Campaign strategistWinner: Blakeman.“Hochul showed why she doesn’t want to debate; she is out of practice. She was a deer in the headlights from the opening statements and back on her heels for the remainder of the debate.“After the amazing performance by Republican Saritha Komatireddy in the Attorney General debate Blakeman had to rise to the occasion. He did and this will help his fundraising and energize his base.”Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman criticizes Gov. Kathy Hochul over rising utility bills and New York’s sanctuary policies during their Oct. 13, 2026, debate. POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesBest moment for Blakeman: “The beginning. He dominated the first 15 minutes talking immigration and high energy costs in New York State. That’s what most viewers would see before they lost interest.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “When he wanted to continue discussing the high cost of utility bills and cut off the moderator, who was asking Hochul if she would raise income taxes due to pressure from progressive allies.”Best moment for Hochul: “Anytime she mentioned Trump. She was reminding voters of her message that Blakeman is Trump.”Worst moment for Hochul: “Anytime she mentioned Trump. She should have had more to say so viewers would vote for her, not against Blakeman.”New York Gov. Kathy Hochul defends her record against Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman’s attacks on her during a debate in New York on Oct. 13, 2026. POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesLiz Benjamin, Marathon Strategies operative and ex-Spectrum News political anchorWinner: Tie“Neither made a fatal error and neither knocked it out of the park. They both had an equal number of cringeworthy moments, verbal stumbles, and snide zingers – some of which landed, while others did not.”Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman face off in New York’s only scheduled gubernatorial debate on Oct. 13, 2026. Getty ImagesBest moment for Blakeman: “He had her on her back foot with criticisms of how she handled the corrections officers strike. The union has endorsed him, so this makes sense. He also landed some blows by noting she’s on the Cornell board amid criticism of how the school’s leadership handled an alleged gang rape that has garnered national attention.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “The line ‘Donald Trump is my friend’ is definitely going to end up in an attack ad somewhere. He tried to temper this by noting that the two differ on some key policy matters – like abortion – but the damage was done.”Best moment for Hochul: “She smoothly deflected Blakeman’s attempt to tie her to Mayor Mamdani, who doesn’t poll well outside of NYC or with Jewish voters, instead invoking Jewish NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, whom the mayor himself has rejected calls from the left to abandon.”Worst moment for Hochul: “After the fifth or sixth time she tied him to Trump – understandably, the president is very unpopular in his birth state – it started to give credence to Blakeman’s complaint that the president is all she can talk about.”Alyssa Cass, Democratic strategist and partner at Slingshot StrategiesWinner: Hochul.“Blakeman was litigating a case that makes sense for a midterm, just not this one. He seemed stuck in a 2022 time capsule. Hochul was operating in the now.”Best moment for Blakeman: “Hochul answered the energy question by blaming Trump, the Iran war and stalled federal approvals. Blakeman turned that around with his cleanest attack line of the night, saying: ‘Kathy, Donald Trump didn’t raise utility rates 48 times. You did. Donald Trump didn’t increase our utility bills by 50% since you became governor… You gave $150 back to people in a rebate in an election year… when you’ve raised the average bill $4,000 a year.'”Worst moment for Blakeman: “Anytime he insisted he had significant policy differences with Trump and named the same two issues.”Best moment for Hochul: “She make Blakeman look really small and lame when she dismissed his endorsements with an effortless ‘You’ve got two votes, good for you.'”A Bruce Blakeman campaign billboard reading “You Are Now Leaving NY (Like Everyone Else) Vote Bruce Blakeman” stands along Interstate 287 near Hillburn, NY, on Sept. 19, 2026. Christopher Sadowski for NY PostWorst moment for Hochul: “She dodged whether she’d sign the bill expanding the data center moratorium, and Blakeman jumped on it: ‘You say what you want to do, and then you don’t do it.'”Rob Ryan, Republican strategist, aide to former Gov. George PatakiWinner: Blakeman“Hochul’s performance was better Tuesday night than it was four years ago when she debated Lee Zeldin. For the most part she did well, though Blakeman managed her to flustered her a couple of times.“At points, the governor showed us her snarky side with swipes at Blakeman which came off as mean-spirited. She seems to have a natural talent for looking straight at the camera while casually twisting the truth.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attend a press conference launching the 2-K program at the Highbridge Recreation Center in Manhattan on Sept. 10, 2026. Robert Miller for NY Post“Blakeman was confident and well-prepared. He did a great job at hitting Hochul on a litany of vulnerable issues, including repeatedly asking her if she was a board member at Cornell and why she hadn’t called the Gorman family after their daughter was murdered by an illegal alien. “He definitely came off as the candidate who supports law enforcement. He knew his issues, how to couch them and how to smoothly pivot when needed.”Best moment for Blakeman: “When he spoke about supporting law enforcement and federal and state laws.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “The exchange about Nassau County’s auxiliary police force.”Best moment for Hochul: “When she described the ‘special deputies’ team as Blakeman’s private militia.”Worst Moment for Hochul: “When she was called out for squandering four years without crafting policy for AI data centers, then kicking the can down the road with a moratorium.”New York Gov. Kathy Hochul during a televised debate against Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman at NY1 studios in New York on Oct. 13, 2026. POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesShawn Donahue,  Assistant political science professor, University at BuffaloWinner: Tie“Both of them came prepared with their lines that they wanted to use and issues they wanted to hit on. They had their good moments and stumbles, but it doesn’t feel like this debate will be that memorable. I don’t think I can say that either person won the debate. If you came in predisposed to vote for Hochul, you probably were cheering her on, and vice versa with Blakeman.”Best moment for Blakeman: “When he tried to separate himself from Trump by pointing out that he was pro-choice on abortion.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “Having to defend his statements about Trump. Calling him the ‘best president of my lifetime’ probably does not go over well in New York, though he tried to couch it by saying Eisenhower actually was, but Trump still has two more years to go.Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman speaks as President Trump looks on during a campaign rally at The Oncenter in Syracuse, NY, on Oct. 10, 2026. REUTERSBest moment for Hochul: “When Blakeman was making several campaign promises as far as lowering costs and she came back with ‘just like Donald Trump.'”Worst moment for Hochul: “She was caught off guard a bit by Blakeman noting she was on the Cornell board, and only belatedly recovered by saying she was just an ex officio member.”

Oct 14, 2026
Blakeman and Hochul Clash: Key Moments from Their Only Debate New

Blakeman and Hochul Clash: Key Moments from Their Only Debate

Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and her Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman faced off Tuesday night in the only debate of their hotly contested gubernatorial election campaign — trading barbs on affordability, immigration, President Trump, and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman debate at NY1 studios in New York on Oct. 13, 2026, ahead of the Nov. 3 election Getty ImagesPolls have consistently shown Hochul leading Blakeman with the Nov. 3 election fewer than three weeks away, but the Nassau County executive is hoping to close the gap after the governor held off Lee Zeldin by just 6.5 percentage points four years ago.Here’s everything you need to know from The Post’s panel of experts about what happened Tuesday night. Comments have been lightly edited for clarity.O’Brien O.B. Murray, Campaign strategistWinner: Blakeman.“Hochul showed why she doesn’t want to debate; she is out of practice. She was a deer in the headlights from the opening statements and back on her heels for the remainder of the debate.“After the amazing performance by Republican Saritha Komatireddy in the Attorney General debate Blakeman had to rise to the occasion. He did and this will help his fundraising and energize his base.”Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman criticizes Gov. Kathy Hochul over rising utility bills and New York’s sanctuary policies during their Oct. 13, 2026, debate. POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesBest moment for Blakeman: “The beginning. He dominated the first 15 minutes talking immigration and high energy costs in New York State. That’s what most viewers would see before they lost interest.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “When he wanted to continue discussing the high cost of utility bills and cut off the moderator, who was asking Hochul if she would raise income taxes due to pressure from progressive allies.”Best moment for Hochul: “Anytime she mentioned Trump. She was reminding voters of her message that Blakeman is Trump.”Worst moment for Hochul: “Anytime she mentioned Trump. She should have had more to say so viewers would vote for her, not against Blakeman.”New York Gov. Kathy Hochul defends her record against Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman’s attacks on her during a debate in New York on Oct. 13, 2026. POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesLiz Benjamin, Marathon Strategies operative and ex-Spectrum News political anchorWinner: Tie“Neither made a fatal error and neither knocked it out of the park. They both had an equal number of cringeworthy moments, verbal stumbles, and snide zingers – some of which landed, while others did not.”Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman face off in New York’s only scheduled gubernatorial debate on Oct. 13, 2026. Getty ImagesBest moment for Blakeman: “He had her on her back foot with criticisms of how she handled the corrections officers strike. The union has endorsed him, so this makes sense. He also landed some blows by noting she’s on the Cornell board amid criticism of how the school’s leadership handled an alleged gang rape that has garnered national attention.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “The line ‘Donald Trump is my friend’ is definitely going to end up in an attack ad somewhere. He tried to temper this by noting that the two differ on some key policy matters – like abortion – but the damage was done.”Best moment for Hochul: “She smoothly deflected Blakeman’s attempt to tie her to Mayor Mamdani, who doesn’t poll well outside of NYC or with Jewish voters, instead invoking Jewish NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, whom the mayor himself has rejected calls from the left to abandon.”Worst moment for Hochul: “After the fifth or sixth time she tied him to Trump – understandably, the president is very unpopular in his birth state – it started to give credence to Blakeman’s complaint that the president is all she can talk about.”Alyssa Cass, Democratic strategist and partner at Slingshot StrategiesWinner: Hochul.“Blakeman was litigating a case that makes sense for a midterm, just not this one. He seemed stuck in a 2022 time capsule. Hochul was operating in the now.”Best moment for Blakeman: “Hochul answered the energy question by blaming Trump, the Iran war and stalled federal approvals. Blakeman turned that around with his cleanest attack line of the night, saying: ‘Kathy, Donald Trump didn’t raise utility rates 48 times. You did. Donald Trump didn’t increase our utility bills by 50% since you became governor… You gave $150 back to people in a rebate in an election year… when you’ve raised the average bill $4,000 a year.'”Worst moment for Blakeman: “Anytime he insisted he had significant policy differences with Trump and named the same two issues.”Best moment for Hochul: “She make Blakeman look really small and lame when she dismissed his endorsements with an effortless ‘You’ve got two votes, good for you.'”A Bruce Blakeman campaign billboard reading “You Are Now Leaving NY (Like Everyone Else) Vote Bruce Blakeman” stands along Interstate 287 near Hillburn, NY, on Sept. 19, 2026. Christopher Sadowski for NY PostWorst moment for Hochul: “She dodged whether she’d sign the bill expanding the data center moratorium, and Blakeman jumped on it: ‘You say what you want to do, and then you don’t do it.'”Rob Ryan, Republican strategist, aide to former Gov. George PatakiWinner: Blakeman“Hochul’s performance was better Tuesday night than it was four years ago when she debated Lee Zeldin. For the most part she did well, though Blakeman managed her to flustered her a couple of times.“At points, the governor showed us her snarky side with swipes at Blakeman which came off as mean-spirited. She seems to have a natural talent for looking straight at the camera while casually twisting the truth.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attend a press conference launching the 2-K program at the Highbridge Recreation Center in Manhattan on Sept. 10, 2026. Robert Miller for NY Post“Blakeman was confident and well-prepared. He did a great job at hitting Hochul on a litany of vulnerable issues, including repeatedly asking her if she was a board member at Cornell and why she hadn’t called the Gorman family after their daughter was murdered by an illegal alien. “He definitely came off as the candidate who supports law enforcement. He knew his issues, how to couch them and how to smoothly pivot when needed.”Best moment for Blakeman: “When he spoke about supporting law enforcement and federal and state laws.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “The exchange about Nassau County’s auxiliary police force.”Best moment for Hochul: “When she described the ‘special deputies’ team as Blakeman’s private militia.”Worst Moment for Hochul: “When she was called out for squandering four years without crafting policy for AI data centers, then kicking the can down the road with a moratorium.”New York Gov. Kathy Hochul during a televised debate against Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman at NY1 studios in New York on Oct. 13, 2026. POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesShawn Donahue,  Assistant political science professor, University at BuffaloWinner: Tie“Both of them came prepared with their lines that they wanted to use and issues they wanted to hit on. They had their good moments and stumbles, but it doesn’t feel like this debate will be that memorable. I don’t think I can say that either person won the debate. If you came in predisposed to vote for Hochul, you probably were cheering her on, and vice versa with Blakeman.”Best moment for Blakeman: “When he tried to separate himself from Trump by pointing out that he was pro-choice on abortion.”Worst moment for Blakeman: “Having to defend his statements about Trump. Calling him the ‘best president of my lifetime’ probably does not go over well in New York, though he tried to couch it by saying Eisenhower actually was, but Trump still has two more years to go.Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman speaks as President Trump looks on during a campaign rally at The Oncenter in Syracuse, NY, on Oct. 10, 2026. REUTERSBest moment for Hochul: “When Blakeman was making several campaign promises as far as lowering costs and she came back with ‘just like Donald Trump.'”Worst moment for Hochul: “She was caught off guard a bit by Blakeman noting she was on the Cornell board, and only belatedly recovered by saying she was just an ex officio member.”

Oct 14, 2026
Kourtney Kardashian's Vampire Transformation for Landon's Birthday Is Turning Heads New

Kourtney Kardashian's Vampire Transformation for Landon's Birthday Is Turning Heads

Kourtney Kardashian has released her inner vamp to mark her stepson Landon Barker’s 23rd birthday. “Bite me,” the Poosh founder captioned a Tuesday, October 13, Instagram post that featured a string of sexy photos of herself snapped during a celebratory night out with her husband, Travis Barker, and their son. Kourtney is stepmother to Landon and Alabama, 20, after marrying the Blink-182 drummer, 50, in 2022. The couple also share son Rocky, 2, while Kourtney is also mother to sons Mason, 16, and Reign, 11, and daughter Penelope, 14, whom she shares with ex Scott Disick. The pics captured every angle of Kourtney in a stunning low-cut lace ensemble, which she teamed with a long sheer black shirt that hung off her arms. Her look popped thanks to a deep red lip that dripped with faux blood at one side. A black choker, wavy hair extensions and dark nails completed the reality TV star’s vampire transformation. One sweet snap in the mix also showed Kourtney posing alongside Travis and Landon, who each sported their own all-black outfits complemented with bloodied lips. Landon’s homemade birthday cake was also revealed, topped with black icing that read, “Nobody likes you when you’re 23.” The text served as a reference to the lyrics of Blink-182’s hit 1999 single “What’s My Age Again?” that mirrors the exact phrasing. Landon showed his approval of Kourtney’s look and public tribute to his birthday, commenting on the post, “Love you!” which sparked her response, “Love u more.” Kourtney’s sister, Khloe Kardashian, also approved of the post, commenting “Yessssss,” while Travis staked his claim by commenting, “Mrs. Barker.” Fans also threw their support Kourtney’s way, with one person writing, “THE HOTTEST KARDASH!” and another commenting, “Spooky season has found its leading lady.” The family celebration comes just days after Kourtney was seen discussing her bond with Landon during the season 8 premiere of The Kardashians. Amid her loving confessional, which aired on Thursday, October 8, Kourtney was interrupted by little Rocky. The toddler, who is largely kept out of the spotlight, appeared on camera in his father’s arms. “Ah, hi!” Kourtney said to the duo at the time. “I was just talking about Landon.” While Travis held Rocky, the child, whose face was blurred in the clip for privacy, said that he wanted to go “that way” and leave the group. Kourtney explained to the camera, “That’s how he is when there’s too many people lately,” before Travis was seen asking Rocky, “Is it pandemonium?” to which he adorably responded, “Yeah,” and they both exited the frame.

Oct 14, 2026
Can You Spot the Jaguar? The Secret Clue Everyone Misses New

Can You Spot the Jaguar? The Secret Clue Everyone Misses

Have you ever looked at a picture of a big cat and thought, “Wait, is that a leopard, a cheetah, or a jaguar?” If you have, you are definitely not alone. Nature loves beautiful patterns, and it seems to have gone a bit crazy with spotted coats for big cats.We are given a fun challenge: “Which one is the jaguar?”There are four magnificent wild cats lined up, numbered from 1 to 4. At first glance, they might all look like variations of the same exotic animal family. But if we slow down and play animal detective, we can learn to tell them apart like total pros.Let’s take a closer look at each contestant, one by one, and uncover the secret clues hidden in their fur, faces, and body shapes!Contestant Number 1: The Golden MinimalistLet’s look at the first animal on the far left. Right away, you can notice something very obvious: it doesn’t have any spots! This cat sports a beautiful, solid golden-tawny coat. Its body is muscular, its face is broad, and it looks incredibly powerful.This beautiful creature is a Cougar (also widely known as a mountain lion, puma, or panther depending on where you live). Cougars are masters of the Americas, jumping incredible distances and blending perfectly into rocky mountains and forests. Since jaguars are famous for their bold, artistic spots, we can confidently cross Number 1 off our list.Contestant Number 2: The Fast and the StreamlinedMoving on to Number 2. This cat is spotted, so it’s definitely in the running! However, take a look at its body shape. It is very slender, tall, and has a relatively small, round head. But the biggest, most obvious clue is on its face. Do you see those dark, black lines running from the inside corners of its eyes down to its mouth? Those are called “tear tracks.”These tear tracks act like built-in sunglasses, absorbing glare from the hot sun while hunting. Combined with its lean body built for high-speed sprinting, this tells us that Number 2 is none other than a Cheetah, the fastest land animal on Earth! Cheetahs have solid, round black spots scattered across their bodies. A wonderful cat, but not our jaguar!Contestant Number 4: The Elegant ClimberLet’s skip to the last one, Number 4, before we look at the big guy in the middle. Number 4 looks very similar to a jaguar. It has a beautiful patterned coat and a classic “big cat” shape.If you look closely at its spots, they aren’t just solid dots like the cheetah’s. Instead, they look like broken circles or open rings. These are called rosettes because they look a bit like roses. This animal is sleek, agile, and built for climbing trees. What we are looking at here is a Leopard. Leopards are famous for their incredible climbing skills, often dragging heavy prey up into branches. Their rosettes are completely empty in the middle. Keep that detail in mind, because it is the ultimate clue!Contestant Number 3: The True King of the JungleNow, let’s look at the heavy hitter standing right in the middle: Number 3.Notice how much bigger, bulkier, and more muscular this cat is compared to the others. Its head is very broad, its jaw is massive, and its chest is wide. But the real giveaway is inside its coat patterns. Just like the leopard (Number 4), Number 3 has beautiful rosettes. However, if you look very closely inside those circular rosettes, you will spot something extra: small black dots right in the center of the rings.This unique feature—rosettes with spots inside them—is the signature trademark of only one animal in the world.The Final VerdictSo, which one is the jaguar?The grand winner is Number 3!Jaguars are the largest big cats in the Americas. They are built like tanks because, unlike other cats that go for the throat, a jaguar uses its incredibly powerful jaws to pierce right through the skull or armor of its prey (like turtles and caimans).Next time you see a picture of a spotted big cat, don’t let it confuse you. Just remember:Plain coat? Cougar.Tear tracks and solid dots? Cheetah.Rose-like rings with nothing inside? Leopard.Heavy body and spots inside the rings? You’ve found the Jaguar!

Oct 14, 2026
Major Banks Face Backlash for 'Debanking' Conservative Groups New

Major Banks Face Backlash for 'Debanking' Conservative Groups

Major banks closed accounts and refused credit to MAGA merchants, pro-life causes, religious groups, conservative organizations and sectors disfavored by the Biden administration, such as firearms, oil and gas, and private prisons, a bombshell report from the federal banking regulator has found.The Debanking Review by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) investigated 100,000 complaints and scrutinized 50,000 internal bank records to reveal how customers were “debanked” based purely on their political, social, or religious beliefs.JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citibank, Wells Fargo, U.S. Bank, Capital One, PNC, TD Bank, and BMO Bank were found to have discriminated against American consumers, citing “reputation risk” as a reason to deny service between 2020 and 2025.President Joe Biden delivers a prime-time address to the nation in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on July 24, 2024. Bloomberg via Getty ImagesNegative press, protests, criticism from advocacy groups such as the Southern Poverty Law Center, and reprisals from regulators or politicians were cited as the reputation risks most feared by the banks.The 47-page OCC report, “Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans,” released Wednesday, found that the nation’s largest banks targeted Christian organizations over abortion, LGBTQ issues, and traditional family values. The banks also restricted financing for “disfavored” industries such as firearms makers and retailers, Arctic oil and gas, coal, detention facilities, tobacco and e-cigarettes.Among the examples in the report is JPMorgan Chase’s payment operation, WePay, closing the account of a merchant that sold merchandise promoting President Trump and the Make America Great Again (MAGA) brand, claiming it “promote[d] hate, violence, or racial intolerance.”The bank’s internal screening system regularly flagged terms such as “MAGA,” “Make America Great,” and “America First” that appeared in merchants’ customer profiles, websites, and transaction information. Several of the terms used to find “violations” were added after the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. WePay also closed accounts for a merchant selling “conservative/republican t-shirts, hats, etc.” Merchandise that raised “red flags” included a “Biden-Illegitimate-Tshirt,” “The-Big-Lie-Sticker”, and a “Trump-Won” flag.JPMorgan Chase bank’s internal screening system regularly flagged terms such as “MAGA,” “Make America Great,” and “America First” that appeared in merchants’ customer profiles. Jimin Kim/SOPA Images/ShutterstockPeople are reflected in a window as they walk by a Citibank branch in New York City, Wednesday, July 16, 2025. REUTERSA merchant was debanked for processing payments for a planned event after the event organizer posted promotional material on social media that bank employees decided was “an incitement of hate”.The posts described Black Lives Matter as “Marxists” and called President Biden and Anthony Fauci “the enemy”.Banks regularly used hate group designations from the Southern Poverty Law Center to debank customers. The SPLC was indicted in April on federal fraud and money-laundering charges, with prosecutors alleging it defrauded donors of millions of dollars. FBI Director Kash Patel has described the non-profit as a “partisan smear machine.” JPMorgan’s WePay, for instance,  closed the account of a religious organization citing the fact it had been designated an “extremist hate group” by the SPLC. In the bank’s internal tracking system, employees described the organization as a “[r]ight wing religious conservative non profit with strong anti LGBTQ rhetoric.” WePay also closed an account used to raise funds to support a legal challenge of anti-discrimination laws by a “devout Christian”. PNC refused to issue a line of credit to a successful media company because the bank’s environmental and social governance group noted that one owner had a foundation that “has funded several Christian conservative groups, including several identified as hate groups by the Southern Poverty Law Center.” Another owner was branded “a conservative political commentator.” People are reflected in a window as they walk by a Citibank branch in New York City, July 16, 2025. REUTERSThe bank employee who recommended the refusal wrote: “I think it becomes really difficult to justify aligning ourselves with a company whose owners have built very public personas around opinions very contrary to PNC’s beliefs/values.”Wells Fargo pressured a payment processor to terminate a religious nonprofit because of its views on same-sex marriage. Wells Fargo also declined to lend money to two firearms businesses, with employees fearing repercussions from the Biden administration and criticism from anti-gun activists and members of Congress.“Under the Biden administration, banks could face greater supervisory pressure to move away from lending to the firearms industry,” noted a reputation risk review of a prospective firearms client.Wells Fargo pressured a payment processor to terminate a religious nonprofit because of its views on same-sex marriage.  Bloomberg via Getty ImagesBank of America debanked private-prison businesses citing “changing policymaker attitudes,” and then tried to re-establish one of the accounts just months into the Trump administration.The OCC report also found organizations on both sides of the political spectrum had been denied services because of their perceived political affiliations. Capital One, for instance, declined to provide financial services to any partisan entity that supported the campaigns of candidates from a single political party. The bank refused business with an organization promoting “reproductive rights [that was] synonymous with abortion and the Dems” and also declined services to a gun rights organization “due to optics that we endorsed its position.”Bank of America debanked private-prison businesses citing “changing policymaker attitudes,” and then tried to re-establish one of the accounts just months into the Trump administration. Christopher Sadowski for NY PostAlthough all nine banks told the OCC they had revised their practices, the regulator said the reforms have not gone far enough and that no bank had “fully and publicly acknowledged” its “weaponization of finance against hardworking Americans.”The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced an investigation into the banks Wednesday and pledged to address any consumer harm caused by the debanking practices described in the report.“It is appalling that these banks targeted American consumers for their political, social, or religious beliefs that did not align with the Biden Administration or its leftist allies,” said CFPB’s Acting Director Mark Paoletta. “Many of those targeted were supporters of President Trump. These thuggish tactics… have no place in America…“The CFPB will fully investigate whether the institutions featured in OCC’s report and others have complied with federal consumer financial laws and take appropriate action.” The CFPB holds primary supervisory and enforcement authority for banks with over $10 billion in assets.Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan V. Gould said the OCC is considering further action to stop banks discriminating against customers on the basis of their political or religious beliefs.“Today’s report provides irrefutable evidence that the nation’s largest banks have denied, debanked and discriminated against customers and lawful businesses,” he said.The OCC review followed President Trump’s executive order directing federal banking regulators to combat “politicized or unlawful debanking”. The August 7, 2025 order declared that “no American should be denied access to financial services because of their constitutionally or statutorily protected beliefs, affiliations, or political views.”President Donald Trump addresses the crowd during a midterm rally for Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, and Congressman Nick Begich, R-Alaska, in Wasilla, Alaska, on Oct. 13, 2026. ZUMAPRESS.comDonald Trump is suing JPMorgan Chase, alleging it closed his accounts in 2021 for political reasons after the Capitol riot.Melania, Eric, and Barron Trump have also complained they were debanked at that time, along with several Trump businesses. Tech founder Marc Andreessen has claimed tech entrepreneurs were debanked under a program by the Biden administration because they were operating disfavored businesses like crypto. He also alleged his partner’s father was debanked for his conservative political views.Americans who believe they were unfairly debanked can visit helpwithmybank.gov.

Oct 14, 2026
Kourtney Kardashian's Vampire Transformation Stuns at Landon's 23rd Birthday Bash New

Kourtney Kardashian's Vampire Transformation Stuns at Landon's 23rd Birthday Bash

Kourtney Kardashian has released her inner vamp to mark her stepson Landon Barker’s 23rd birthday. “Bite me,” the Poosh founder captioned a Tuesday, October 13, Instagram post that featured a string of sexy photos of herself snapped during a celebratory night out with her husband, Travis Barker, and their son. Kourtney is stepmother to Landon and Alabama, 20, after marrying the Blink-182 drummer, 50, in 2022. The couple also share son Rocky, 2, while Kourtney is also mother to sons Mason, 16, and Reign, 11, and daughter Penelope, 14, whom she shares with ex Scott Disick. The pics captured every angle of Kourtney in a stunning low-cut lace ensemble, which she teamed with a long sheer black shirt that hung off her arms. Her look popped thanks to a deep red lip that dripped with faux blood at one side. A black choker, wavy hair extensions and dark nails completed the reality TV star’s vampire transformation. One sweet snap in the mix also showed Kourtney posing alongside Travis and Landon, who each sported their own all-black outfits complemented with bloodied lips. Landon’s homemade birthday cake was also revealed, topped with black icing that read, “Nobody likes you when you’re 23.” The text served as a reference to the lyrics of Blink-182’s hit 1999 single “What’s My Age Again?” that mirrors the exact phrasing. Landon showed his approval of Kourtney’s look and public tribute to his birthday, commenting on the post, “Love you!” which sparked her response, “Love u more.” Kourtney’s sister, Khloe Kardashian, also approved of the post, commenting “Yessssss,” while Travis staked his claim by commenting, “Mrs. Barker.” Fans also threw their support Kourtney’s way, with one person writing, “THE HOTTEST KARDASH!” and another commenting, “Spooky season has found its leading lady.” The family celebration comes just days after Kourtney was seen discussing her bond with Landon during the season 8 premiere of The Kardashians. Amid her loving confessional, which aired on Thursday, October 8, Kourtney was interrupted by little Rocky. The toddler, who is largely kept out of the spotlight, appeared on camera in his father’s arms. “Ah, hi!” Kourtney said to the duo at the time. “I was just talking about Landon.” While Travis held Rocky, the child, whose face was blurred in the clip for privacy, said that he wanted to go “that way” and leave the group. Kourtney explained to the camera, “That’s how he is when there’s too many people lately,” before Travis was seen asking Rocky, “Is it pandemonium?” to which he adorably responded, “Yeah,” and they both exited the frame.

Oct 14, 2026
Former NASA Astronaut Claims UFOs Are Demonic and Sent by the Devil New

Former NASA Astronaut Claims UFOs Are Demonic and Sent by the Devil

See more of our coverage in your search results. Former NASA astronaut Charles Duke claimed that UFOs are demons that disguise themselves as angels so they can turn us away from our faith. Viktor - stock.adobe.com They skew more “Event Horizon” than “Close Encounters.”So much for sci-fi-movie-informed notions that extraterrestrials are benevolent beings aiming to better humanity.Former NASA astronaut Charles Duke claimed that UFOs are demons masquerading as angels, citing a Bible passage as evidence.“The Lord says what we’re seeing is real, but the devil can appear as an angel of light, the Bible says,” said the 91-year-old ex-spaceman during a recent appearance on the Christian Broadcasting Network.“You can laugh at me if you want to, but that’s … what God showed me, and I’m sticking to it,” declared Duke. LUKAS BARTH-TUTTAS/EPA-EFE / ShutterstockDuke, who became the youngest person to walk on the moon at age 36 during 1972’s Apollo 16 mission, claimed that these deep space demons are “trying to turn us away from the truth” and have us pursue alleged alien entities.The former explorer, who was the lunar module pilot for said spacecraft, claimed that he had long believed ETs were malevolent — but no one had believed him.“For a long time [years ago] I was praying about UFOs, and asked for a sign,” Duke said. “I felt like UFOs were demonic … but I was saying that at rotary clubs and stuff like that, and people were laughing me off the stage.”That’s when he decided to ask the Lord for a sign: If his close friend, a businessman who never discussed such far-out topics, would broach UFOs the next morning, it would prove his theory was true.In this April 1972 photo provided by NASA, astronaut John Young salutes the U.S. flag at the Descartes landing site on the moon during the first Apollo 16 extravehicular activity. APLo and behold, the next morning his friend allegedly said “Charlie, come on over. I want to start talking to you about UFOs,” Duke recalled.He said his suspicions were further confirmed by a passage the Bible’s 2 Corinthians 11:14, which says: “And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.”During this excerpt, Apostle Paul cautioned his followers about false apostles who disguise themselves as true believers espousing Christ’s gospel.Duke appeared to imply that these alleged wolves in priest’s clothing could come from the cosmos as well.“The Lord says what we’re seeing is real, but the devil can appear as an angel of light, the Bible says,” said Duke. Jaume – stock.adobe.com“You can laugh at me if you want to, but that’s … what God showed me, and I’m sticking to it,” declared Duke, who also served as the spacecraft communicator (CAPCOM) for the Apollo 11 Moon landing. Coincidentally, the former space-farer claimed he never had any close encounters during his lunar voyages.Coincidentally, Duke isn’t the first to float a religious interpretation of UFOs. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL.), who was one of the most prominent UFO disclosure voices in the weeks since the Whitehouse announced its UFO disclosure releases, uploaded religiously-charged messages to social media.On day of the first UFO disclosure release on May 8, the pol posted an X picture of a winged Ophanim — a wheel-like celestial entity described in the Book of Ezekiel.Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance theorized that UAPs (unidentified anomalous phenomena) were the non-spacely spawn of Satan.“I don’t think they’re aliens. I think they’re demons anyway, but that’s a long discussion,” the veep told conservative podcaster Benny Johnson in March.

Oct 14, 2026