Texas Governor Greg Abbott 's pricey border initiative is reportedly under investigation by the U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) for alleged civil rights violations. The investigation was first reported by The Texas Tribune and the nonprofit news organization ProPublica, which said that they had obtained state records. The report, for example, mentioned one letter—which noted a "formal investigation" by the DOJ of Operation Lone Star—that was allegedly sent last Friday by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to Texas' attorney general. The department's deputy general counsel wrote in the letter that the DOJ was looking into whether people who were arrested as part of Operation Lone Star were facing "differential and unlawful conditions of confinement based on their perceived or actual race or national origin," the Tribune and ProPublica reported. Abbott has repeatedly criticized President Joe Biden for what he calls "open border policies." He even bused migrants this … [Read more...] about Greg Abbott’s pricey border operation probed for civil rights abuse: report
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Phillip Rhodes returns to Aotearoa for star role in Wellington Opera’s La Traviata
Phillip Rhodes (Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Kahungunu) is a husband and father of two. He grew up in Hawke’s Bay and was fostered by Henare and Pam O'Keefe. He left Aotearoa to study singing in Cardiff, after winning the Lexus Song Quest in 2007. With support from Dame Kiri Te Kanawa’s foundation, he managed to establish himself as a professional singer in Europe with regular appearances in the UK's leading opera companies, including Opera North, Scottish Opera, Welsh National, English National and the Royal Opera House. He’s now come back home for Wellington Opera’s La Traviata, which shows from July 9-16 at the St James Theatre. What is the show you’re involved with? I will be singing the role of Giorgio Germont. Giorgio is a man of his time, a father who loves his son, and dotes on his (betrothed) daughter. He is a father who, like many, is willing to walk into hell in order to save his children. But in order to rescue his daughter's marriage he demands the termination of his son's … [Read more...] about Phillip Rhodes returns to Aotearoa for star role in Wellington Opera’s La Traviata
Inside mystery death of porn star Wednesday Nyte who was found dead at 31 after sister’s cryptic tweet
PORN star Wednesday Nyte has mysteriously died at the age of 31, according to reports. The adult movie entertainer, whose real name was Heather Sargent, died in Las Vegas on June 18, 2022. Days later, a woman, claiming to be her sister, said she couldn't share any information on Nyte's death, shrouding the case in mystery, the New York Post revealed. Haley Sargent tweeted: "Update on Wednesday Nyte: The person we were looking for has been found. "At this time, there is nothing further I, nor her family/friends can speak about. "Please no questions. Please respect my sister is all I ask. Let her RIP. I love you always sis." read more on porn star deaths PORN TRAGEDIES Inside rise in porn star deaths as actors plagued with threats and suicides TRAGIC END Trans porn star Angelina Please's cause of death revealed after drug fears The OnlyFans star's cause of death still remains unknown - weeks after she … [Read more...] about Inside mystery death of porn star Wednesday Nyte who was found dead at 31 after sister’s cryptic tweet
Nick Kyrgios’ ex breaks silence as Wimbledon star faces court over assault claim
Chiara Passari, the ex-girlfriend of Nick Kyrgios , has broken her silence after the tennis star was accused of assaulting her and ordered to face court next month. It was reported on Tuesday—the day before Kyrgios' Wimbledon quarter-final against Cristian Garin—that Kyrgios will appear in front of a Canberra Court on August 2. The 27-year-old is facing one charge of common assault after allegedly grabbing Passari during a December 2021 incident. Speaking to News Corp, Passari said she informed ACT police of the incident in December, but only now has he been told to face a judge. Some fans suggested the timing of the summons was 'convenient' given his current progress at SW19, but Passari has suggested she had no influence over the timing of the order. “Thank you," came her response to an Instagram follower who had suggested there was nothing suspicious on her part given such delays can often occur. "Finally someone smart enough to understand how the justice system … [Read more...] about Nick Kyrgios’ ex breaks silence as Wimbledon star faces court over assault claim
Does Brad Pitt have prosopagnosia?
BRAD Pitt has revealed he suffers with an undiagnosed condition that makes him appear uninterested. Prosopagnosia, or so-called 'facial blindness', is when someone is unable to recognise faces and places that they know. Those most severely affected can’t recognise their own family, which can be emotionally tormenting. Other signs include: Confusing characters in films, TV shows and/or plays Inability to identify people in photographs Avoiding using names or introducing two people to each other In an interview with GQ , Brad - who has one of the most memorable faces in the world - said he struggles to remember new people in social settings, especially at parties. The 58-year-old actor fears it makes him come across as 'remote, aloof, inaccessible, self-absorbed', the article said. Read more on Brad Pitt PITT PRICEY Inside Brad Pitt’s breath-taking £1million motorhome that has a GOLD shower BREAKING BRAD … [Read more...] about Does Brad Pitt have prosopagnosia?
Football ace who has more followers than Aston Villa star boyfriend will miss Euro 2022
A footballer who boasts more followers than her Aston Villa boyfriend will miss out on featuring in this summer’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2022. Alisha Lehmann, who has some seven million followers on Instagram, has said that she will not be able to feature in the upcoming tournament. Switzerland head coach Nils Nielsen had chosen her to be a member of the side. But she has said via Villa’s official site: “It’s a personal decision. I don’t feel mentally ready for a European tournament.” The 23-year-old, who has scored six goals in 33 appearances for the Swiss, had a cracking season for the Villians and even won the Supporters' Player of the Season. READ MORE: Chris Kamara offers "f****** brilliant" response as duo quit Boris Johnson's government Indeed, the female player has amassed such a large amount of followers that it even trumps that of her boyfriend, Douglas Luiz, who has just some 900k. The pair recently enjoyed a break away from England, posting images of them playing … [Read more...] about Football ace who has more followers than Aston Villa star boyfriend will miss Euro 2022
Doctors shocked to discover true cause of man’s illness after fearing cancer
A MAN so sick that doctors thought he had cancer had in fact overdosed on a common supplement. And NHS experts are concerned that taking excessive amounts of vitamins is becoming a growing problem. The unnamed middle-aged man, from Kent, started taking a cocktail of supplements after seeing a nutritional therapist. He took 20 over-the-counter pills every day in the pursuit of health. The daily requirement for vitamin D is 600mg, but the patient was taking more than 80 times that, at 50,000mg each day. He was also taking around 20 times the recommended daily dose of omega-3, vitamin B2, vitamin B6 - 2000mg twice daily compared to 200-500mg. Read more on supplements DRUG ALERT How many paracetamol are dangerous? DRUG DEAL Major change to NHS prescriptions announced - are you affected? The body makes vitamin D in response to sunlight, but it can also be consumed in some foods, such as oily fish. In … [Read more...] about Doctors shocked to discover true cause of man’s illness after fearing cancer
Mama June’s daughter Pumpkin, 22, & husband Josh reveal FIRST photos of newborn twins & share babies’ unusual names
MAMA June Shannon's daughter Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Efird and her husband Josh have revealed the first photos of their newborn twins. In photos exclusively revealed by The Sun, Pumpkin was glowing as she proudly showed off her new twin babies , making it four children in her home, ages four and under. The 22-year-old Road to Redemption star gave birth via c-section to the twins on May 19 at a Georgia hospital, as The Sun originally exclusively reported, and in stunning photos the happy new parents showed off their brood of children which is now doubled. The baby boy's name is Sylus Ray Efird and his twin sister's name is Stella Renae Efird. Stella weighed in at 6lbs 1oz when she was born at 8:50 am and little Sylus followed one minute later weighing 5lbs 4oz. Pumpkin revealed she and Josh were the only people allowed in the delivery room when the twins were born. Read More Lauryn 'Pumpkin' AUNTIE TO RESCUDE June's sister brings diapers … [Read more...] about Mama June’s daughter Pumpkin, 22, & husband Josh reveal FIRST photos of newborn twins & share babies’ unusual names
Mama June’s daughter Honey Boo Boo, 16, nearly DROPS her sister Pumpkin’s newborn daughter in new photos
MAMA June's daughter Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson has nearly suffered a blunder after almost dropping her sister Lauryn 'Pumpkin' Efird's newborn daughter in new photos. In photos exclusively revealed by The Sun, Alana was seen helping to hold Pumpkin , 22, and Josh Efird's new twin babies, but the 16-year-old reality star seemed to almost lose her grip on the new daughter. The new family photos were taken in Georgia , and showed the new parents and their four children; Ella, four; Bentley, 11 months; and the twin babies Sylus Ray Efird and his twin sister Stella Renae Efird, born May 19. The children's aunt, Alana, who Pumpkin was awarded custody of in April as The Sun first exclusively revealed, was sporting her now- signature long eyelashes and nails for the snaps. In all fairness four children, ages four and under are a handful and surely Pumpkin and Josh, 25, are grateful to have Alana at their home to help. In photos exclusively revealed by The Sun on … [Read more...] about Mama June’s daughter Honey Boo Boo, 16, nearly DROPS her sister Pumpkin’s newborn daughter in new photos
Top five questions for education new boy Damian Hinds
Sean Coughlan Published 9 January 2018 comments Comments Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Damian Hinds has become the new Education Secretary, replacing Justine Greening. What are the questions waiting at the top of his in-tray? And what should he do differently to avoid the sudden exit of his predecessor? 1) How to get back the political initiative? Damian Hinds will have to re-energise the Conservatives' vision for education, finding something positive that will connect with the public. From the perspective of 10 Downing Street, it must have seemed as though Labour was making much of the weather over schools and universities. Parents were worried about being asked to bail out cash-starved schools. And Jeremy Corbyn's promise to scrap tuition fees had seen Labour's student vote reaching record levels. Justine Greening seemed … [Read more...] about Top five questions for education new boy Damian Hinds