NEW: The U.S. is using Xbox video game controllers to control infrared lasers to dismantle Iranian infrastructure, according to the New York Post. "If you’ve shot a Spartan laser in Halo, you can probably fire [one of the cutting-edge weapons] in real life." "Sec Hegseth was able to take over a controller and shoot down a drone with, I think, a couple minutes of training," Jared Keller with Laser Wars told The Post about a laser demonstration in New Mexico. The military is reportedly using reconfigured Xbox controllers because, "why reinvent the wheel with a specialized control system when you can just use an Xbox controller?" The U.S. military is using the lasers in the Strait of Hormuz, taking out "drones and incoming cruise missiles at a much lower cost than using more expensive kinetic weapons like missiles,” according to the Department of War. The lasers are invisible to the naked eye and heat up the surface they are directed at until the object explodes or melts.

The fiancé of NBC Los Angeles reporter Eliana Moreno, who died in a helicopter crash, breaks silence, says they had plans to retire and move to Tennessee. “I don't have the words to express the pain I feel in my heart from losing my love Eliana this way….” Robert Barrientos wrote on IG. “I would sometimes joke with her as she left for work that she was leaving to her favorite place. We had plans to one day retire and move to Tennessee have some land and care for some animals. Although those dreams are over, her memory will live in my heart and soul forever.” “I miss Eliana with every part of my body and soul. My heart aches for her return and wish I could hold her in my arms and tell her love her.” Moreno worked with the company that operated the news chopper since 2010. Heartbreaking.

Dr. Tomasz Kosowski cross-examines lead detective Colin Bolton, asks him to walk him through exactly how he allegedly killed attorney Steven Cozzi Kosowski: Once I dumped the body, I went home to Miami. Correct? Bolton: Correct Kosowski: Did I act alone? Bolton: It appears so

The Congressional Black Caucus is trying to book a meeting with Nike following the viral Converse ad, where liberals claim they saw a KKK hood. Racism is so nonexistent that the Congressional Black Caucus has to invent scandals. "This moment is part of a larger conversation about corporate responsibility and the obligations that companies have to the communities they serve..." Caucus Chair Yvette D. Clarke wrote. "Corporate leaders must understand that their decisions, messaging, and investments carry significance, particularly when they intersect with communities whose history, culture, and contributions have helped shape their success."

NEW: Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie is reportedly considering running for president in 2028. Christie is reportedly weighing his chances, saying his wife needs to see a "path" before she gives her approval. Big, if true.

21-year-old silverback gorilla, Bakari, undergoes his first routine medical checkup after arriving at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Florida. Doctors gave the gorilla a dental examination, skull X-rays, & a CT scan. Just imagine the scene if he woke up in the middle of a CT scan.

Queer Minnesota anchor who shamed Arch Manning for laughing at an AI video is on the verge of tears as she tells her fans that she has been booted from her TV show. Jana Shortal's voice cracked as she told her followers she was demoted to online only. You love to see it.

Ms. Rachel posts vague video of her apparently reading off a screen, talking about black people being lynched & Haitians wearing ankle monitors. Ms. Rachel has continued to ignore that the lynchings were ruled su*cides or were done by another black person. What a bizarre video.

NEW: President Trump pats Zohran Mamdani on the back as he rants against the ‘fake news’ media. Trump: “The White House is the most special of all houses, I have to say and I don't even think the mayor would argue with that.” Mamdani: *Nods in agreement*

Former Fox News employee who accused Ed Henry of "violent r*pe" was found deceased in her Florida home. Authorities say Jennifer Eckhart, 36, took her own life. In a 2020 lawsuit, Eckhart accused Henry of asking her to be his "s*x slave" and "threatened punishment and retaliation if [Eckhart] didn’t comply with his s*xual demands," and also allegedly blackmailed her. Just a year ago, Eckhart opened up on The Hopeaholics Podcast about coming forward with the allegations, saying she felt "liberated."

Lindsay Clancy conspiracy theorist says she now believes Patrick Clancy is innocent after watching his interview. “I just feel like he was like very genuine…” Glad she is being deprogrammed but people who believe he killed his kids just because they saw videos from nut jobs on TikTok shouldn’t be voting in our elections.

Nike-owned Converse apologizes and pulls ad after internet freaks claimed the ad evoked the KKK and lynchings. "We're sorry. We understand why this image is deeply upsetting and recognize that we got this wrong," the company said in a statement. "We removed it from our channels and are working to remove it everywhere it appeared. This should not have happened, and we will do better." How are companies still apologizing to these woke freaks? How pathetic.

NEW: Patrick Clancy reveals that he was put in an ambulance during a break in his testimony because recalling his children’s deaths was so traumatic. “I started having this massive traumatic panic attack. My heart was pounding…” Heartbreaking.

104 wild horses have been released back into the Bighorn Basin in Wyoming. The release comes after about 350 wild horses were rounded up to prevent overpopulation. “The gather is being conducted to strengthen the long-term health of the wild horse herd and the rangelands they rely on,” the Bureau of Land Management explained. “This effort supports a more sustainable balance on the landscape, which has been heavily strained by long-term overpopulation and severe drought conditions.” “Recent infrared aerial surveys have shown wild horse populations exceed the established appropriate management level of 100 to 230 wild horses in the area.” Very cool.

Singer Ed Sheeran appears to read an apology after Macklemore was kicked off the tour for his pro-Palestine rant. Sheeran, who is from England, said what happened to Macklemore “should never happen in the free world.” “I want my music and shows to be about unity, not division, about humanity, not politics.”

Funeral home says they are “sorry” for accidentally cremating a woman and presenting someone else with her wig on at an open-casket viewing. A Detroit family says they showed up at the funeral home only to find someone else in the casket wearing their mother’s clothes. Yikes.

Florida protester spotted holding a 'White Lives Matter' sign while doing a Nazi salute for multiple hours on end in Cape Coral. The man is reportedly a streamer and has a whopping 2000 followers. Police say they made no arrests because no crimes were committed.

NEW: Police K9 released from the hospital after he was seriously injured from jumping off a freeway overpass. Bruno was involved in a suspicious package investigation with the Utah Highway Patrol. "While assessing the package, Bruno jumped from the freeway overpass and sustained serious injuries. Bruno sustained two broken legs and a fractured jaw as a result of the fall," police said in a statement. "Bruno still has a long road ahead, but we are very happy to see him home and on his way to recovery." Get well soon!

Mother of Tawnia McGeehan, who murdered her 11-year-old daughter before taking her own life, says she was "the best" mother. "She was truly the best mom I have ever seen," she told the NYP. I know it's a hot take in 2026, but murdering your child should automatically disqualify you from being designated the "best" mother.

Florida couple sues fertility clinic after they allegedly used the wrong sperm, meaning she had a baby with a total stranger. Natalie and Joshua Strong are suing Brown Fertility in Jacksonville. The couple has three other embryos, which they believe were also not made with Joshua's sperm. The Strongs say they are still searching for Joshua's sperm and want to know where it ended up.