News from November 5, 2025

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Ley condemns Coalition colleagues’ abortion comments as ‘insensitive’
Netizens Compare Donald Trump to a Four-Year-Old as He Pulls Out Bizarre ‘Proof’ to Back Up His Wild Claim Mid-Interview
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Netizens Compare Donald Trump to a Four-Year-Old as He Pulls Out Bizarre ‘Proof’ to Back Up His Wild Claim Mid-Interview

Donald Trump‘s 60 Minutes interview has gone viral for several reasons. From issuing chilling remarks that ICE raids “haven’t gone far enough” to repeating claims that he ended eight wars, the sit-down with interviewer Norah O’Donnell gave critics more reasons to mock the President. At one point during the interview, Trump reached into his blazer and pulled out what he claimed was “proof” to back up one of his wildest claims during his second term. Trump tried to convince O’Donnell he had brought “peace through strength” by emphasizing that he ended multiple global conflicts. The 79-year-old President, who often blames his predecessors, did it again as he said, “But Norah, that was Joe Biden’s war, not my war. I inherited that stupid war. That should not have been a war. That would’ve never happened if I were President. And by the way, for four years it didn’t happen. There was never even a doubt.” He then reached into his pocket and took out a piece of paper that appeared to be a printed copy of a social media post shared by the Department of State on October 15. The post called Trump ‘President of Peace,’ saying he ended “8 wars in 8 months.” The conflicts that Trump claims to have ended are: Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, DRC and Rwanda, Pakistan and India, Israel and Iran, Egypt and Ethiopia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Israel and Hamas. THE PRESIDENT OF PEACE: 8 wars ended in 8 months. pic.twitter.com/OiAH7YfkVu — Department of State (@StateDept) October 14, 2025 Handing the printout to the host, Trump said, “But I brought, I mean, just a little list of — of — look at this, wars. How many did I solve?” When O’Donnell pointed out that Trump has long referred to himself as “Peace President,” he boasted, “Well, I think I did — pretty good. I — I solved — those are eight of the nine wars I solved.” Trump revealed that he was able to end these conflicts by building economic pressure on them. “In many cases, in 60 percent I said, ‘If you don’t stop fighting, I’m putting tariffs on both of your countries and you’re not gonna be able to do business with the United …'” he said. ☝#Trump carries a list of wars he’s ended. During an interview on CBS News, Trump pulled a piece of paper from his inside jacket pocket with a list of eight wars he helped end and read it out. pic.twitter.com/EkHkDmDRMl — News.Az (@news_az) November 3, 2025 When asked why such tactics aren’t working on Russia, which has been at war with Ukraine since 2022, Trump claimed that “it’s working on Putin.” “I did different with him because we don’t do very much business with Russia … I think he wants to trade with us, and he wants to make a lotta money for Russia, and I think that’s great,” he explained. Trump also said that he is hoping to secure peace between both nations “in a couple of months.” While critics once again called out Trump for repeating that he ended eight wars — a claim that remains debatable — people also mocked him for the way he pulled out the printout from his blazer in the middle of the interview. So Trump carries a printed out X post around pic.twitter.com/POxnWvTTTy — Vatnik Soup (@P_Kallioniemi) November 3, 2025 “The president of the United States is a petulant four-year-old,” wrote a Threads user. Another took a jibe by mockingly saying, “look what I made in school today mommy!” Another Threads user asked, “He can’t remember 8 wars that he stopped?” Meanwhile, several fact-checkers and foreign policy experts have come forward to clarify that most of the conflicts that Trump claims to have ‘ended’ were either not actual wars, were already in a cooling-off stage when he intervened, or are far from over. Take the India-Pakistan conflict, for example. Both nuclear nations have been in conflict over the state of Kashmir since the time they gained independence in 1947. The tension at the border intensified earlier this year after a terrorist attack that killed 26 innocent people. India accused Pakistan of sponsoring terrorism and launched a full-blown attack in May. The countries eventually agreed to a ceasefire after peace talks, for which Trump later claimed credit. But the conflict between the two nations is far from over. The same goes for Congo and Rwanda, where the US brokered a peace agreement, which sadly hasn’t stopped violence in eastern Congo. The facts, however, don’t bother Trump, who continues to take credit for bringing global peace.

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Govinda apologises to family priest after Sunita Ahuja's 'get pujas done, give Rs 2 lakh' remark; fans react
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Govinda apologises to family priest after Sunita Ahuja's 'get pujas done, give Rs 2 lakh' remark; fans react

Bollywood actor Govinda and his wife, Sunita Ahuja, have often made headlines, at times for rumours about their strained relationship or for Govinda's alleged affairs. Sunita, known for her unfiltered and straightforward nature, never holds back from speaking her mind. Recently, while appearing on Paras Chhabra's podcast, Sunita revealed that Govinda doesn't give her any money but spends lakhs on religious rituals. After the podcast went viral, Govinda's family priest, Pandit Mukesh Shukla, a respected astrologer and religious figure from Uttar Pradesh, reportedly felt hurt by Sunita's remarks. To control the situation. On November 4, 2025, Govinda released a video apology, clarifying that he has been consulting Pandit Mukesh Shukla for years, does not endorse his wife's comments, and holds his family priest in high regard. In the video, the actor said, "My wife made disparaging remarks against Pandit Mukesh Shukla on the podcast, and I condemn them. My deepest apologies. Pandit Mukesh Ji and his family have stood by me in tough times, and I respect him a lot." Netizens called out Sunita for her comments, and Govinda had to apologise. A user wrote, "Yeh bechara humesha apni wife ko justify karte rehte hai...dear Sunita ji thoda kam bole and Govinda ji ki baat bhi sunna kare.. bechara.." (This poor man is always trying to justify his wife... Dear Sunita ji, maybe speak a little less and listen to Govinda ji once in a while. Poor guy!) Another wrote, "Sir jo khud ek bada star ho kr mafi mange to o sab se bada Dil rakhta he uska dil saf he ... Hero number 1.." (A man who's such a big star yet chooses to apologise — that shows he has the biggest heart. His heart is pure... truly Hero No. 1!) What Sunita mentioned on the podcast During the podcast, Sunita took a dig at Govinda's spending on religious rituals. She said, "We also have one in our house, Govinda's pandit. He is also like this, gets pujas done and takes ₹2 lakh. I tell him, you should pray on your own. Unka karaya hua puja paath kuch kaam nahi aane wala hai (those rituals won't work for you)." She continued, "God accepts the prayers you do yourself. I don't believe in all this. Even if I donate or do good deeds, I do it with my own hands for my karma. Darne wala darr jaata hai (the one who fears gets scared)." Sunita also took a swipe at the people around Govinda, saying, "The circle he sits in has foolish writers, they're less of writers and more of fools. They make him a fool and give him terrible advice. He doesn't get good people, and they don't like me because I speak the truth." Work Front Govinda is gearing up for his comeback with the 'Len Den: It's All About Business', 'Bayan Haath Ka Khel', and 'Pinky Darling' projects he mentioned during his appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix.

Comment on Ronald Timoteo Regina by Sinai Kook
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Comment on Ronald Timoteo Regina by Sinai Kook

Serka Señor mi ta na pas manera un yu serka su mama. Mi anshanan a kalma den mi, mi kurason a bira tur trankil. Salmo 131. Ku profundo tristesa, pero agradesido pa tur loke el a nifiká pa nos, nos ta anunsiá fayesimentu di: Ronald Timoteo Regina Mihó konosí komo Ronny, penshonado di kushina di SEHOS Presidente di Kor Pax Christi. *22-08-1945 – †30-10-2025 Na nòmber di su: Esposa: Edna Regina-Sintiago Yunan: Faretty Regina Frailey Regina i Geraldine Pepin Yunan di kriansa: Luigi i Maaike Sintiago i yunan Francis i Inge Sintiago i yunan Rumannan:Crisma Gerardus Edgar i Swinda Regina-Brigitha Subrina(u)nan stimá: Magali Copra-Gerardus, Zylène Lucas-Gerardus, Eduard Gerardus (Hul), Zulaica Floranus-Gerardus (Hul), Wendell Gerardus (Hul), Michel Gerardus (Hul), Adilis de Jongh-Gerardus, Jerrel Gerardus (Hul), Aylward Gerardus (Hul), Shurendy Gerardus (Hul), Gilbert Hoyer, Joyceline Curial-Kirindongo, Vivian Kirindongo, Randall Kirindongo, Mayra Seferina, Armaly Anthony-Gerardus (Bon), Ellis Gerardus (Ar), Ruthlyn Gerardus (Ar), Armanda Kemp, Soraya Martha,Sherman Doran (SXM), Adhemar Doran, Orlando Doran, Richel Doran (SXM), Josette Gerardus, Joceline Drommond-Gerardus, Jerry-Lee Gerardus, Angelic Kirindongo (Hul), Shanalis Kirindongo (Hul), Darrel Regina, Raymian Regina, Oreeles Regina, Laurindo Andrea (Hul), Marelva How-Lacruz, Soraida Lourens-Lacruz, Lionel Lacruz, Sharmaine Luciano-Lacruz, Norman Lacruz, Reynold Lacruz, Lisette Josepha-Lacruz, Tur ku nan respektivo famia. Primu(a)nan: Eligio Elisabeth (Hul), Philomena Kelie-Ruiter, Alina Ricardo-Philipa i rumannan, Norma Francisco i rumannan, Amador Weert i rumannan, Elvio Regina i rumannan, Filomena Kirindongo i ruman, Tur ku nan respektivo famia. Suá/ kuñánan: Cerilio Doran, Vilma Gerardus-Symister, Johannes “Jan” Fernando,Myrna “Mientje” Sintiago i famia (Bon), Juan “Leo” i Sharella Sintiago-Burnet i famia. Mama di su yunan: Hetty Faneyte Tambe na nòmber di: Rufnilo Winklaar i famia, Virginia Damas, Jahaira Muzo i ruman, Sharine Elizabeth, Andrew Ruiter i rumannan, Olga Leeflang i yunan, koleganan penshonado di SEHOS, Rignald i Narda Yankey-Bernabela, èks-koleganan di Kor Orfeon Allegro, koleganan di Kor Pax Christi. Tur su ihánan, komader- i kompadernan, bisiñanan, amigu- i konosínan Demas famia: Regina, Gerardus, Sintiago, Kirindongo, Janzen, Doran, Copra, Lucas, Floranus, de Jongh, Hoyer, Curial, Seferina, Anthony, Grigoria, Drommond, La Cruz, Francisco, Muzo, Elizabeth, Ruiter, Philipa, Francisca, Stefania, Weert, Albertoe, Wallé, Kwidama, Reina, Luciana, Casimir, Aniceto, Rosina, Petronia, Cathalina, de Lanoy, Pocornie, Scoop, Baloriano, Dijk, Ettienne, Martis, Sophia, Statie, Leito, Overman, Pieters, Willems, Jansen, Bonevacia, Leonora, Rosenda, Thomas. Un danki spesial na: Staf i personal di Hospice Arco Cavent. Entiero ta tuma lugá djasabra, 8 di novèmber 2025, saliendo for di El Tributo (Sala 2) pa Santana Katóliko na Barber. Ta risibí bishita di kondolensia for di 12:30 di mèrdia te ku 2:30 di atardi. Promé ku entiero tin un Santu Sakrifisio di Misa na Parokia di Barber. Despues di entiero NO ta risibí bishita di kondolensia na kas. Enbes di krans, por hasi un donashon na Stichting Hospice Arco Cavent, MCB nr 27785506 òf RBC nr 8000 000 104 198 105. Tambe tin un buzon na El Tributo. Por sigui e entiero via Live Streaming riba Youtube El Tributo: Regina, Ronald Timoteo. Pa demostrá bo kombibensia, por subi e website www.eltributokondoler.com i manda bo kondolensia pa famia.

Shah Bano Family Moves Court Against Makers Of Haq: 'Private Matter Has Been Given Commercial Angle'
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Shah Bano Family Moves Court Against Makers Of Haq: 'Private Matter Has Been Given Commercial Angle'

Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam’s upcoming courtroom drama Haq is gearing up for release on November 7. However, just days before the film reaches theatres, it has become entangled in a legal controversy. The family of Shah Bano, the woman at the centre of one of India’s most influential maintenance rights cases, has alleged that the film uses their family’s story without permission. According to reports, Shah Bano’s granddaughter has approached the court seeking a stay on the film’s release, while her grandson, Jubair Ahmad Khan, has also spoken out. He stated that the family learned about the film only after watching the teaser online, claiming it caught them completely by surprise. Shah Bano’s Family Seeks Stay In High Court Shah Bano’s daughter, Siddiqua Begum, has filed a petition in the Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, requesting that Haq not be released. Representing her, lawyer Tauseef Warsi told ANI that the filmmakers used Shah Bano’s name and life events without consulting or obtaining consent from the family. “This film is based on the landmark case of M.A. Khan vs Shah Bano Begum. For the first time in Indian history, a Muslim woman fought for maintenance and won the case… It is mandatory to obtain someone’s consent before using their personal life, name, as this falls under the right to privacy,” Warsi claimed. Echoing this sentiment, Shah Bano’s grandson, Jubair Ahmad Khan, said, “When the teaser was released, we learned that a movie had been made about my grandmother. A lot of facts in the teaser are distorted. It is our private matter that has been given a commercial angle. They should have taken our permission. The common people will watch the movie and think it shows true events.” Makers Claim Film Is Fictionalised Responding to the allegations, the makers of Haq have maintained that the film is inspired by real events but is ultimately a fictional interpretation. “The disclaimer of the movie clearly says that this movie is inspired by two things: the 1985 Supreme Court judgement in favour of Shah Bano and a book titled Bano, Bharat Ki Beti. It is a fictional depiction, and it is not necessary that everything is presented factually,” said Ajay Bagadiya, the producer’s lawyer. Haq traces the story of the 1985 Shah Bano case, which became a pivotal moment in India’s discourse on women’s rights and maintenance laws. Directed by Suparn S Verma, the film stars Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam as an estranged couple battling in court, alongside Vartika Singh, Danish Husain, Sheeba Chadha, and Aseem Hattangady. The film is backed by Junglee Pictures and producers Vineet Jain, Vishal Gurnani, Juhi Parekh Mehta, and Harman Baweja. Haq is scheduled to hit theatres on November 7 — unless the court issues a stay.

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Comment on ERIC JOZEF DOMITILIA by Morayma Dometilia

Salmo 23: Señor ta mi wardador. Mi no tin falta di nada, den kunuku di yerba bèrdè e ta pone mi sosegá. A bai sosegá den brasa di Señor: ERIC JOZEF DOMITILIA (Mihó konosí komo Chòplò) *15 – 07 – 1952 – †31 – 10 – 2025 Na nòmber di su: †Filomena Domitilia – Monte †Miraida ( Aidee ) Domitilia – Petronella Mary-Lou Domitilia Ceraica ( Laika ) Domitilia i Chalten Eugenia Enigma Domitilia Eraima Domitilia Mirelies ( Lely ) Petronella i Mario Loyd Nerica Petronella i Jimmy Martien Mama: †Elina Domitilia Tata: Ciro Casimir i †Silvia Casimir – Vicento Ada Domitilia i Jayson Breinburg, Nina, Shelten, Roëngerick, Eniliën, Eallison, Sharvensly, Frendelies, Headell Bisanietunan: Jayna, Jayen, Papito, Jayvi, Jayshen, Jaynéli ,Jaysléy, Ky’mani, Jahrelll Ilèn Domitilia i famia, Judith Domitilia i famia Merline (Lientji) Bernabela – Casimir i famia Sherwin (Papi) Casimir i famia, Marson (Boy) Casimir i famia Roseline (Popi) Casimir, Tio: Luis Valks i famia Subrinunan: Ramsy van Leenden i rumannan i famianan Jurish Domitilia i famia Vanessa Casimir i rumannan i famianan Danjoaney (Denny) Casimir i rumannan i famianan Meruentney (Enty) Lourens i famia Primunan, primanan, aktuprimunan i aktuprimanan, suá i kuñánan, komader i kompadernan Bon bisiñanan: Glenda Koots, Stanley Laken, Surwensley ( lèpè) Koots, Liesje Esnan ku a kuidé: Mimi, Mientje van Eiter Amigu (a) nan: Eric Brunken, Tuurtje Maduro, Eric Gerard, Murvin Felicia, Pastor, Cris, Ramiro Doran, Orlando Obia, Black Diamond, Broer, Ruth Bata i Upi, Mimi, Magda, Jackie, Ester, Shirley, Jessy, Jeanette, Solange, Jenny Na nòmber di: tur integrantenan di Sonero Son, Bailadoresnan di Comebèk, D.J. Ericóson i tur su amigu i amiganan di comebèk. Na nòmber di demas famianan: Domitila, Dometilia, Casimir, Monte, Petronella, Valks, Van Leenden, Viceisza, Valks, Koots, Jardinier, Martina, Pieter, Obia, Calmera, Doran, Kook, Gieterson, Maduro, Muzo, Vicento , Brunken Si den nos tristesa nos por a lubida algun famia, amigu, amiga i konosí nos diskulpá pa esaki . Entiero lo tuma lugá : Djasabra 8 di Novèmber 2025 saliendo 4.00 di atardi for di Kapèl El Consolador Brievengat pa Santana Katóliko na Sta Rosa. Ta risibí bishita for di 1.00 p.m. di mèrdia pa 3.15 atardi na kapèl El Consolador. Siguí pa un rèspòns. Por asistí na trahe alegre. No ta risibí bishita di kondolensia despues di entiero na kas.

Australian billionaire takes off the gloves in Victoria’s Secret brawl
Communities, advocates concern over fatal Pagbilao power plant fire incident; warn about enhanced coal moratorium exemption rules
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Communities, advocates concern over fatal Pagbilao power plant fire incident; warn about enhanced coal moratorium exemption rules

Multisectoral groups and communities formally expressed dismay on Wednesday, November 5, following the fire incident in one of Pagbilao Energy Corporation’s (PEC) coal-fired power units on October 31, resulting in a casualty and 9 injured workers. The Quezon for Environment (QUEEN), on top of great distress, fears the odds of such fatal uncertainties with the Department of Energy’s (DOE) recent advisory, through the directive of the President Marcos Jr., which clarifies and expands exemptions from the 2020 coal moratorium, implicating a reopening floodgates of critical, costly, and dangerous coal-fired power projects. The ‘coal capital’ of the country, with an impending addition of a 1200MW-coal-fired power plant in Atimonan, Quezon, has long-fought for the total halt of the project, citing research and science-based impacts to health, livelihood, consumers, and the climate. Groups lament over the energy department’s advisory, calling it a validation of ‘death sentence’ to the people of Quezon. “Coal-fired power plants are owned by the largest conglomerates in the country so how do we expect these highly-profitable companies to prioritize the well-being of the common people? Fossil fuel plants are not made for the people but rather, it is putting true priorities at stake”, Rev. Fr. Warren Puno, Convenor of the Quezon for Environment said. The decade-long endeavor of Quezon communities and the church to barricade the yet-largest coal project in the province emerged into a large movement to push for a just-energy transition through rightful renewable energy projects. “The DOE’s clarification of coal moratorium exemption rules citing the aim of the renewable energy transition is largely a diversion of a true energy transition, and only fills the spot of false solutions. Delaying a just-energy transition is denying the very ecological and social justice”, said Rev. Msgr. Emmanuel MA. Villareal, Pagbilao priest and a clean energy advocate. Groups, especially affected sectors, continue to decry what seemed to be a ‘collusion’ between concerned governing bodies and the largest energy companies, consequencing policies and rules that continue to burden the lives of the Filipino people and climate future.

'Ready To Share Our Journey': China Offers To Help India Fight Delhi's Toxic Air
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'Ready To Share Our Journey': China Offers To Help India Fight Delhi's Toxic Air

As Delhi and its neighbouring regions continue to grapple with suffocating smog, China has offered to help India combat its worsening air pollution crisis. The offer comes amid hazardous air quality levels in the capital and surrounding areas that dropped to “severe” category over the past few days. Yu Jing, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in India, wrote on X, “China once struggled with severe smog, too. We stand ready to share our journey toward blue ones — and believe India will get there soon.” China once struggled with severe smog, too. We stand ready to share our journey toward blue ones—and believe India will get there soon. ☀? #CleanAir #TogetherForEarth pic.twitter.com/VJQoa6ap1V — Yu Jing (@ChinaSpox_India) November 4, 2025 The statement shows Beijing’s willingness to share its experience in controlling pollution, as China itself underwent years of battling smog before achieving significant improvements in air quality. On Tuesday, Delhi’s air quality remained in the “severe” category, with the city recording an overall AQI of 420. Among the worst-hit areas were Anand Vihar (403) and Ashok Vihar (370), while both Bawana and Burari Crossing registered levels above 390. Neighbouring Noida also continued to reel under poor air quality — Sector 125 recorded an AQI of 345, Sector 116 stood at 357, and Sector 62 at 323. The situation in Ghaziabad was even more alarming, with Loni recording a “severe” AQI of 420, Vasundhara at 389, Sanjay Nagar at 360, and Indirapuram at 334. Experts have cautioned that continued exposure to the toxic air blanketing Delhi-NCR could worsen respiratory ailments, trigger eye irritation, and raise the risk of lung infections. They have urged children, the elderly, and people with asthma or pre-existing conditions to take extra precautions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a gradual dip in temperatures over the coming days. Between November 4 and November 9, Noida’s maximum temperature is expected to fall from 29°C to 27°C, while the minimum could drop from 19°C to 15°C. Light drizzle is also likely in parts of Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, the IMD said. Officials noted that a brief spell of rain and a shift in wind direction could bring minor relief from the choking pollution, but advised residents to limit outdoor activities, particularly during early morning and evening hours, and to wear masks when stepping out.

There is plenty for Rangers to be concerned about as ugly Garden woes deepen
Mike Sullivan hints power-play changes could be coming after latest Rangers flop
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Mike Sullivan hints power-play changes could be coming after latest Rangers flop

For a team having a hard time scoring goals, especially at home, the Rangers power-play failure has been even more damaging. They entered Tuesday 0-for-9 in their previous four games with a man advantage, then went 0-for-3 in a 3-0 loss to Carolina at Madison Square Garden. Making matters worse was the Hurricanes taking the lead on a power-play goal in the first period. After the loss, coach Mike Sullivan hinted that changes could be on the way for the power-play unit that’s been unable to produce much of anything. “One of the reasons we stayed with the group we had to this point is we felt like, both from the eye test and analytically, this group has done a pretty good job as far as generating quality looks,” Sullivan said. “At some point, maybe we need to make some adjustments and we’ll certainly do that.” For the season, the Rangers have been among the worst teams in the league on the power play, and Adam Fox, part of that first power-play unit, acknowledged the recent failure and how much it’s impacted the team. “Power plays are difference-makers,” Fox said. “They get one [Tuesday]. We don’t. That’s the difference right there, especially early in the game.” CHECK OUT THE LATEST NHL STANDINGS AND RANGERS STATS Fox called special teams “a huge factor. It’s definitely cost us a few games.” And Mika Zibanejad was once again left bewildered by the inability of the Rangers to come through in 5-on-4 situations. “I don’t know,” Zibanejad said. “We keep talking about stuff we do well. We had maybe three or four grade A [chances]. We have to find a way to put the puck in the net.” With two days before their next game in Detroit, the Rangers have a chance to work on that aspect of their game. “We’ll tweak it,” Sullivan said. “We’re gonna try to do our best to find solutions and give these guys something to hang their hat on. We can go at this maybe a little bit of a different way.” K’Andre Miller returned to Madison Square Garden for the first time since his July trade to Carolina, but missed the game with a lower-body injury. He reflected on his five years with the Rangers after being the team’s first-round pick in 2018. “Confidence-wise and just what I wanted from myself, I wasn’t getting a lot of the results I wanted here,” Miller said at Carolina’s morning skate at MSG. “I blame myself for that. I had some struggles throughout my years here. The ups and downs, I think, just kind of took a toll and was in my head for a lot of the time I was here.” Miller joined Carolina on a sign-and-trade, inking an eight-year deal worth $60 million. “He couldn’t have played much better at the start,” Carolina head coach Rod Brind’Amour said. “It’s the range. It’s his skating ability. We might be almost burned, but we close it off because we got two extra feet of reach. And then his skating ability fits perfectly, getting up the ice and doing everything.” Defenseman Urho Vaakanainen was sidelined Tuesday after being held out of practice Monday with a lower-body injury. Matthew Robertson filled in for Vaakanainen.

Ariana Grande Forced To Cancel Wicked For Good World Premiere In Brazil Due To Flight Safety Issue
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Ariana Grande Forced To Cancel Wicked For Good World Premiere In Brazil Due To Flight Safety Issue

Ariana Grande forced to cancel ‘Wicked For Good’ world premiere in Brazil Hollywood actress-singer Ariana Grande had to miss the world premiere of Jon M. Chu’s anticipated musical fantasy sequel ‘Wicked For Good’ in Brazil. She was forced to cancel her trip to Sao Paulo, Brazil after a last-minute aircraft safety issue grounded her flight, reports ‘Variety’. “Brazil, I can’t believe this is happening and I am beyond devastated to be sending this message”, she wrote in an emotional Instagram post addressed to her fans on Tuesday morning (Pacific Standard Time). “A few hours ago, my team and I had to deplane our flight, as they had to do maintenance on the plane due to a safety issue and it will not be taking off until 1:00 am tomorrow”, she added. As per ‘Variety’, Grande, who plays Glinda in Universal’s ‘Wicked’ film adaptation opposite Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, said there was no possible way to make it to the premiere in time despite efforts made by her team and the studio. My team and Universal have tried every single thing possible to fix this”, she explained. “We’ve searched every other flight, overnight, early morning, connecting flights, commercial and also private options and absolutely nothing was available or possible that would get us there in time. Even in attempting a private option, there is a permit necessary in order to fly from here that takes time to attain”. The premiere would have marked Grande’s first in-person appearance in the country in several years. “I am so heartbroken that I’m unable to be there with you all. We sincerely tried everything we could and I apologize from the bottom of my heart”, she said before urging fans to “shower my incredible castmates with all of the love that I wish I could be showering you with and have the most beautiful celebration”. In a follow-up post, Grande asked her followers to “not wish danger on us or assume that we didn’t try” to get to the premiere. She wrote, “Please don’t wish danger on us. We did everything we could and I promise you no one is more upset than I am. I promise no matter how upset or disappointed you are, please please do not wish danger on us or assume that we didn’t try”. “There was no other time for me to leave and these plans have been booked for months. I wrapped another film on the 31st and I worked all day the 1st and the 2nd as well, just the same as Jonny, Cyn and Jon have been working, we all were scheduled to leave the same day”, she added.

Royals keeping Salvador Perez on two-year, $25 million extension
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Royals keeping Salvador Perez on two-year, $25 million extension

Salvador Perez is staying in Kansas City. The Royals catcher signed a two-year contract extension that takes the place of a club option that Kansas City had for 2026, the team announced Tuesday night. The team did not release financial details for the new deal, but The Post’s Joel Sherman confirmed the extension is worth $25 million. Perez’s deal includes a $7 million signing bonus and deferred money, according to MLB.com. “Salvy is a Royals legend and one of the most important players this franchise has ever had,” Royals general manager J.J. Picollo said in a statement Tuesday. “We had the option for next year, but everyone knew we wanted to make sure his legacy with us continued longer than that. We appreciate Salvy’s commitment to the Royals, and we’re just as excited as our fans.” Perez’s 2026 club option had been worth $13.5 million, which included a $2 million buyout. The 35-year-old has spent his entire 15-year MLB career with the Royals and was made captain in 2023. Perez has been a nine-time All-Star and five-time Gold Glove winner during the course of his career. He helped the Royals win the World Series in 2015, defeating the Mets in five games, and Perez was named World Series MVP that year. Perez has hit .264/.301/.457 with 1,016 RBIs during his time in the major leagues. The Royals catcher is second all-time in franchise history in home runs (303), second in RBIs (1,106), third in extra-base hits (634), sixth in hits (1,712) and seventh in games (1,707). He appeared in 155 games during the 2025 season and hit 30 home runs – the ninth consecutive full season with at least 20 homers — while posting a batting average of .284. The Royals are coming off a 2025 season in which they finished 82-80 following a year they made a surprise appearance in the postseason.