The second trailer for Disney’s live-action Snow White remake, set to hit theaters in March 2025, has sparked significant backlash, accumulating thousands of negative comments just hours after its release. Criticism of the $300 million production stems from controversies surrounding lead actress Rachel Zegler, changes to the original story, and the broader direction of Disney’s live-action remakes.
Senator Richard Blumenthal, chair of the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, criticized airlines for exploiting passengers with rising fees for luggage, seat assignments, and other services. Blumenthal's remarks came ahead of a Wednesday hearing titled "The Sky’s the Limit — New Revelations About Airline Fees," where executives from major airlines, including American, United, Delta, Spirit, and Frontier, are set to testify.
Political analyst Mark Halperin expressed skepticism on Tuesday regarding the likelihood of California Governor Gavin Newsom running for president in 2028, despite the governor’s rising popularity among Democratic voters. A recent Emerson College poll showed Newsom trailing only Vice President Kamala Harris, who leads the 2028 Democratic field with 37% support, while Newsom holds 7%.
Alex Consani, a biological male, made history as the first transgender individual to win the prestigious Model of the Year title at the 2024 Fashion Awards. The event, held at London’s Royal Albert Hall, saw Consani accept the award with comments calling it a “big step in the right direction.”
President-elect Donald Trump has reaffirmed his opposition to the proposed $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japanese company Nippon Steel. Trump pledged to block the deal, continuing the stance taken by the Biden administration earlier this year. He proposed stronger tariffs and tax incentives to reinvigorate the iconic steel company and prevent it from relocating its operations out of Pittsburgh.
The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan continues to unfold with significant testimonies and evidence presented by federal prosecutors. Madigan, along with co-defendant Michael McClain, faces 23 counts of bribery, racketeering, and official misconduct tied to an alleged scheme referred to as the "Madigan Enterprise."
Research by Steven Camarota from the Center for Immigration Studies highlights the significant growth in the United States' foreign-born population, driven by both legal and illegal immigration under the Biden administration. The study projects that if current immigration levels persist, the foreign-born population could exceed 82 million by 2040.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed a growing interest in peace negotiations with Russia, reportedly considering a deal that would trade NATO membership for the surrender of Russian-occupied territories.
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to BRICS nations over their ongoing efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods from BRICS members if they move forward with plans to establish a rival currency or abandon the dollar as the dominant international reserve currency.
A new report from the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic acknowledges that the COVID-19 virus "most likely" leaked from a Chinese lab.
