News from November 15, 2025

Talks with terror groups ruled out: Trade, transit only possible if Kabul takes ‘clear steps’: FO

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan said on Friday that normal trade and transit with Afghanistan are only possible if the Afghan Taliban regime takes clear steps against “anti-Pakistan elements” operating from its soil. Islamabad also ruled out talks with any terrorist group, including the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), targeting Pakistan’s civilians and security forces. At the weekly media briefing on Friday, the Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said that the “value of human lives surpasses the value of any trade” with Afghanistan. He said that Pakistan is ready to receive any Pakistani living in Afghanistan and their families, provided they are handed over at the border crossings of Torkham or Chaman. He said that Pakistan will take up the involvement of Afghan national in the Islamabad suicide bombing with the Afghan Taliban regime. He said, “We will be taking all the necessary measures to protect our people.” He said that there is a “strong lobby (within the Afghan Taliban) with monetary support from foreign actors” that has been tasked to stoke “tensions” with Pakistan. Afghan nationals carried out two suicide bombings in Pakistan: interior minister He said that Pakistan took a very strong exception to the remarks by the spokesperson of the Indian Ministry of External Affairs attempting to link President Trump’s comment on nuclear testing with allegations about Pakistan’s past nuclear record. He said that Pakistan’s nuclear program operates under a robust command and control structure, comprehensive export controls, and an impeccable record of compliance with the global non-proliferation regimes. “Allegations of clandestine or illegal nuclear activities are baseless, malicious, and part of India’s disinformation campaign aimed at diverting attention from its own irresponsible conduct,” he said. He said that Pakistan and the United States share multifaceted cooperation in strategic defense, economy, trade and commerce, and social sector. The effort of the governments is to enhance this all-encompassing cooperation across all domains. When asked about the recent blast in New Delhi, he said that India wrongly linked it to just struggle in Indian occupied Kashmir and Pakistan. India is, indeed, much obsessed with Pakistan on the issue and the bogey of terrorism which the Indian leadership uses to divert attention from its own internal challenges. Responding to a question about the purported meeting of adviser to Prime Minister with an Israeli official, the spokesperson said that he had not seen any report on this development. He; however, he said that it is not fair to link this (purported development) with the broader issue of Abraham Accords or the recognition of Israel. “Such linkage is too far-fetched, and I would request our distinguished media personnel to not venture into such speculation,” he said. He said that no decision has been taken as yet on Pakistan’s participation in International Stabilisation Force that is going to be deployed in Gaza. He rejected the assertions of spokesperson of Indian Ministry of External Affairs, linking Pakistan with terrorism. He said India is clearly habitual of such diversionary tactics aimed at concealing the subversive activities within the region and beyond. India’s track record of sponsoring terrorism and violence in Pakistan is well documented and internationally recognized. India’s extremist mindset funds regional instability promotes hatred and undermines peace across South Asia. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025

Fida Hussain 11 hours ago

Business

Private property rentals for govt: FD chides ministries, divisions for breaching rules

ISLAMABAD: The Finance Division has reprimanded federal ministries and Divisions for repeatedly violating official rules while renting private properties for government offices. It has issued a warning that no ex-post facto approvals will be entertained in future. In a sharply-worded office memorandum, the Finance Division highlighted that several organizations have been bypassing established procedures and submitting hiring cases only after audit objections, despite clear instructions issued as far back as October 2001. The Division noted that it had discovered instances where ministries entered into lease agreements with private parties at rental rates exceeding those allowed by the Ministry of Housing & Works — without obtaining the mandatory prior approval from the Finance Division’s Regulation Wing. Govt employees: Housing rent allowance to go up by 85pc The memorandum stated: “It has been observed that ministries/Divisions/departments/organizations are not adhering to these instructions in letter and spirit. Instances have come to the notice of the Finance Division where certain cases, involving requests for ex-post-facto approval, have been forwarded after audit objections, in clear violation of the Finance Division’s instructions issued in the aforementioned memorandum.” Ministries, divisions, and departments are, therefore, once again urged to strictly follow the procedures for hiring office accommodation and refrain from entering into any lease agreement with a private party involving rental rates higher than those permissible and issued by the Ministry of Housing & Works. Prior approval from the Finance Division’s Regulation Wing must be obtained. In the future, no ex-post facto approval will be granted by the Finance Division for such lease agreements. Furthermore, cases involving initial hiring or subsequent rent increases beyond the prescribed limits must be forwarded to the Finance Division’s Regulation Wing with the approval of the Secretary in charge of the concerned Ministry or Division. These cases must also be supported by the prescribed documents and follow the correct procedures. It should also be noted that, in future incomplete proposals missing any one of the required documents – ie, (i) Consent of owner, (ii) Statement of space entitlement, (iii) Detail of sanctioned strength of officers/officials duly approved by Ministry of Housing & Works, (iv) Hiring particulars on the Standard Format duly signed by Grade-20 officer or equivalent with complete entries, (v) Authentic copy of the map of the premises in question, (vi) Copies of previous lease agreement in cases of enhancement, (vii) Self contained note along with specific recommendations of concerned JS-Exp, will not be entertained and will be returned at initial stage without examination.” Copyright Business Recorder, 2025

Tahir Amin 11 hours ago

Vanishing air quality data

EDITORIAL: The Environment Protection and Climate Change Department (EPCCD) of Punjab has found itself at the centre of a fresh controversy after admitting that “due to a technical issue, AQI monitoring at some stations had been interrupted.” The department, in a post on X, assured citizens that a team was working to restore the data and that the missing information would be available soon. But this admission came only after a storm of criticism erupted on social media, sparked by climate activists who accused the department of turning off air quality monitors at a time when Lahore’s pollution levels had soared to hazardous highs. Screenshots shared by one prominent activist showed that several monitoring stations listed on the government’s official website — aqipunjab.com — had not updated their readings for hours, with some still displaying data from many days earlier. The activist claimed that the EPCCD had deliberately shut down several monitors in Lahore, while the ones left running were reading “beyond index” — a term used when pollution levels are so severe that they exceed the equipment’s measuring capacity. Another user went further, suggesting a “strategic motive” behind the alleged shutdowns. In a sharply worded post, he wrote, “Punjab government’s new air quality strategy: if pollution levels look bad, just turn off the monitors. Eight out of ten monitors are shut beyond 10 p.m. in Lahore (when air quality dips further) to lower the average.” He tagged Punjab’s Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, urging her to ensure uninterrupted monitoring, noting that millions of rupees have already been spent on the air quality infrastructure. The outrage is understandable. Lahore’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reportedly reached a hazardous 517 between 8 and 9 a.m. recently — a level at which simply breathing outdoors poses serious health risks to everyone. In such a situation, any perceived suppression or mishandling of environmental data becomes more than a technical issue; it becomes a matter of public trust and accountability. If the problem was indeed technical, the department should have been transparent from the outset. Timely and proactive communication can prevent misinformation and maintain credibility. But when officials remain silent until forced to respond, speculation fills the vacuum eroding trust in public institutions. In recent years, Punjab has invested heavily in air monitoring infrastructure as part of a broader shift towards data-driven environmental policy. That investment must be matched with transparency, reliability, and the political will to confront pollution honestly, rather than manage its optics. As smog season grips Lahore and other urban centres across the province, one thing is clear: fixing broken monitors will not be enough. What truly needs restoration is public confidence — the assurance that the government will face environmental reality, however unpleasant, with honesty, consistency, and an urgent science-based mitigation strategy. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025

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Digitalisation, AI and climate financing: SBP governor asks banks to chart future course

KARACHI: Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan Jameel Ahmad has urged banks to chart a forward-looking strategy focused on digitalisation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), climate financing, and export facilitation. Addressing the 10th Pakistan Banking Awards ceremony was held in Karachi, he emphasized embedding digital tools across operations, leveraging AI for smarter risk management and tailored financial products, integrating climate risk into lending, and realigning business models to support Pakistan’s exporters. Jameel Ahmad, graced the event as chief guest and presented the prestigious Best Bank Award to Meezan Bank, recognizing their outstanding performance and commitment to excellence. Public-private collaboration vital for digital economy: SBP Governor In his address, Governor SBP observed the important role of these awards in helping raise the standard of banking in the country. In this context, he offered a blueprint for the needed transformation of the banking system for the next decade, driven by innovation, inclusion and responsibility. He observed that this transformation would not be possible unless banks reorient their business models towards serving the financial needs of the private sector, especially SMEs and small depositors. “Banks that continue to rely on easy returns from lending to the government will eventually be left behind by institutions that are mobilizing deposits and meeting the growing credit needs of the underserved segments,” he said. For the way forward, Governor SBP encouraged banks to focus on four main areas. First, banks should embed digitalization into everyday digital experiences of their customers and their own business operations, including mobile commerce, agriculture supply chains, credit scoring, and risk management. Second, banks should put in place artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to build smarter risk models incorporating alternative information furnished by AI; and design tailor-made financial products for small firms, start-ups, and entrepreneurs who may lack conventional documentation. Third, there is a need to integrate climate risk into banks’ credit decisions; set clear sustainability targets; and develop green bonds and sustainability-linked loans for climate financing. And finally, banks should reassess their priorities and strategically realign their business model to better facilitate and strengthen Pakistan’s exporters. The 10th Pakistan Banking Awards ceremony was organized by the National Institute of Banking and Finance (NIBAF) Pakistan, in collaboration with DAWN Media and A.F. Ferguson & Co. Governor SBP commended the three partners and the Pakistan Banking Awards for promoting excellence, innovation, and integrity in the financial sector consistently for 10 years. The Best Bank for Women Inclusion went to The Bank of Punjab; Best Microfinance Institution Award went to Kashf Foundation; the Award for Best Bank for SMEs went to The Bank of Punjab; while The Bank of Punjab was declared the Best Bank for Agriculture Inclusion. In addition, Bank Alfalah received the Best Bank for Digital Excellence; Bank Alfalah bagged the award for Best Bank for Customer Engagement, Faysal Bank won the award for Best Mid-sized Bank. The HBL was declared best bank for ESG. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025

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World

Trump cuts tariffs on beef, tomatoes and other food products as grocery inflation climbs

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday rolled back tariffs on dozens of food products, including such staples as beef, tomatoes and bananas, in the face of growing angst among American consumers about the high cost of groceries. The new exemptions - which take effect retroactively at midnight on Thursday - mark a sharp reversal for Trump, who has long insisted that the sweeping import duties he imposed earlier this year are not fueling inflation. Democrats have won a string of victories in state and local elections in Virginia, New Jersey and New York City, where affordability was a key topic. The Trump administration announced framework trade deals on Thursday that, once finalized, will eliminate tariffs on certain foods and other imports from Argentina, Ecuador, Guatemala and El Salvador, with U.S. officials eyeing additional agreements before year's end. Everyday food items have seen sharp price hikes Friday's list includes products U.S. consumers routinely purchase to feed their families at home, many of which have seen double-digit year-over-year price increases. ALSO READUS plans to cut tariffs to ease food prices — here’s what could get cheaper Ground beef, as of the latest available data for September, was nearly 13% more expensive, according to Consumer Price Index data, and steaks cost almost 17% more than a year ago. Increases for both were the largest in more than three years, dating back to when inflation was nearing its peak under Trump's predecessor, Democrat Joe Biden. Banana prices were about 7% higher, while tomatoes were 1% higher. Overall costs for food consumed at home were up 2.7% in September. Imports face a uniform 10% base tariff under Trump Trump has upended the global trading system by imposing a 10% base tariff on imports from every country, plus additional specific duties that vary from state to state. ALSO READUS to scrap tariffs on select imports from Ecuador, Argentina, Guatemala and El Salvador Trump has focused squarely on the issue of affordability in recent weeks, while insisting that any higher costs were triggered by policies enacted by Biden, and not his own tariff policies. Consumers have remained frustrated over high grocery prices, which economists say have been fueled in part by import tariffs and could rise further next year as companies start passing on the full brunt of the import duties. The top Democrat on the House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee, Richard Neal, said the Trump administration was "putting out a fire that they started and claiming it as progress." "The Trump Administration is finally admitting publicly what we've all known from the start: Trump's Trade War is hiking costs on people," Neal said in a statement. "Since implementing these tariffs, inflation has increased and manufacturing has contracted month after month."

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Drivers 'face £1,000 fine' if they don't clear second area after windscreen

Following reports that the government is planning to tackle the issue of dazzling LED headlights, one industry expert has not only backed the advice to keep windscreens clean but also urged drivers to clear another area. Drivers could face a hefty £1,000 fine if their view is obstructed. James MacBeth, managing director of Auto Windscreens, said: "I wholeheartedly agree that keeping your windscreen clean is a very important way to minimise the glare from brighter headlights. Evenings are already darker and weather generally worsens in the autumn and winter months, with falling leaves and spray making it harder to see. "Ahead of Road Safety Week (November 16 to 22), we're calling for all drivers to 'clear the dashboard' as well as their windscreens. Stickers, chips or cracks on the glass, or items placed on dashboards like parking tickets, cups, toys and newspapers, as well as those dangling air fresheners or fluffy dice can obscure a driver's view. Not only is this dangerous, it's also a road traffic offence. "Just to make everyone aware, according to the Highway Code, 'failure to have... full view of the road and traffic ahead' can result in a £1,000 fine for car drivers and three penalty points. "It's just not worth the risk. Drivers should keep their windscreens clean and clear, check them regularly for any damage and get it fixed, as well as remove any items on or near the dashboard that could obscure their view."

Steven Smith 11 hours ago

Sports

Faridabad-Seized Explosives Blow Up At Nowgam Police Station; 7 Dead, 29 Injured

A batch of explosives seized from Faridabad blew up during sampling at the Nowgam police station late Friday night. As per sources, seven people including an officer died in the blast. Twenty nine others were left injured. Sources said that a police officer, FSL team members and a magistrate were among the injured. Videos of the explosion showed what seemed like a parking lot up in flames. Several vehicles could be seen completely gutted in the fire. The force of the blast was felt miles away, shaking homes and causing their windows to fling open and snap shut instantly. The incident comes days after the Delhi Red Fort car blast, in which 13 people were killed and over 30 injured after over 90-kgs of explosives blew up in a Hyundai i20. The car was being driven by Dr Umar Un Nabi, the mastermind of the blast, and a key member of a JeM terror module operating from Faridabad. Faridabad's Al Falah University is at the centre of the terror probe after many of its staff were found to have links with this JeM terror module. These included Dr Muzammil Shakeel, Dr Nisar-ul-Hassan and a few others. As per reports, these conspirators held meetings inside Room Number 13 at the University's Building Number 17 to hatch their plans. The extent of the probe widened beyond Haryana after their accomplices in Uttar Pradesh were arrested. These inlcuded Dr Shaheen and Dr Adeel Rather, unravelling what investigators are now calling a "white collar" terror network. Investigations into the Delhi car blast continue. The Centre has vowed that the perpetrators will not go unpunished. On Friday, the house of the mastermind Dr Umar Un Nabi in Srinagar was blown to bits by the administration. For the Latest news, India News, Bihar Election 2025 updates and breaking stories from around the world, visit Times Now for live coverage and in-depth reporting.

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Ongoing Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Girl from Foster Care: One Month Later

Authorities in Kentucky are intensifying their efforts to locate a 13-year-old girl who has been missing for an entire month. Wynter Wagoner was last seen on October 14 in the vicinity of Orlando, located in Rockcastle County. According to LEX, Wynter was attending an alternative school, having started there just two days before her disappearance. Her aunt shared that Wynter had been experiencing some challenges at school, particularly in the months leading up to her vanishing. The connection between her switch to a new school and her disappearance remains unclear. Investigators have yet to determine if foul play is involved in her case. Reports from WDKY indicate that Wynter had been living in foster care for approximately a year prior to going missing. On October 22, officials from Rockcastle County announced that the FBI has joined the search efforts. Wynter is described as being 5 feet, 1 inch tall and weighing 147 pounds. She has long brown hair, blue eyes, and distinctive piercings in her ears and right nostril. Wagoner was described as standing 5 feet, 1 inch tall, weighing 147 pounds. She has long, brown hair, blue eyes, and piercings in her ears and right nostril. A $5,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to Wagoner. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts should call [Feature Photo: Rockcastle County police]

World

Tucker Carlson Unveils Shocking Allegations Linking Trump Shooter to Terrorist Networks

Tucker Carlson has once again stirred the political waters with his latest investigation, which has captured the attention of many within the MAGA community. In his recent exposé, Carlson posits that Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump, may have ties to a foreign terrorist organization. The former Fox News host and his team have released a detailed 34-minute video scrutinizing the digital footprint of Crooks, the 20-year-old who came perilously close to killing Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, back in July 2024. Crooks’ bullet narrowly missed Trump’s skull, a mere inch away. Despite more than a year passing since this shocking attempt on Trump’s life, the FBI has yet to clearly establish Crooks’ motives or determine whether he acted alone or had accomplices. This lingering ambiguity has left many questions unanswered. Carlson’s investigation sheds light on Crooks’ online activity, particularly his YouTube interactions from 2019 to 2020. These digital breadcrumbs reveal a troubling transformation in Crooks’ beliefs, transitioning from a Trump supporter to someone embracing far-left ideologies. His comments online included alarming calls for assassinations and political violence. One of the most concerning aspects of Carlson’s findings is Crooks’ engagement with a user named ‘Willy_Tepes.’ This user appeared to incite Crooks towards violence, exemplified by a chilling message sent on August 4, 2020: ‘If a gun and a badge is all that is needed, then authority obviously comes from the barrel of a gun. We have more guns than they do ;)’ He wrote to Crooks on August 4, 2020, ‘If a gun and a badge is all that is needed, then authority obviously comes from the barrel of a gun. We have more guns than they do ;)’ ‘There is no way we can avoid a war at this point, so you just better get used to the idea,’ he added. Carlson claims that Tepes’s name is listed on a foreign Antifa website connecting him to the Nordic Resistance Movement – a neo-Nazi group based in Scandinavia which has been designated a terrorist organization by the State Department. ‘The FBI hasn’t made any mention of him in public, although they certainly know he exists. Just days after the shooting, somebody screenshotted Tepes’ YouTube account page despite the fact that he has very few followers,’ Carlson said. ‘To the extent that he can be traced online now, you can find his username being used on a foreign Antifa website, those sites link him to the Nordic Resistance Movement … that’s all we know.’ Tepes wrote in another reply to Crooks about government efforts to seize guns from citizens. ‘The more guns that are out there, the less likely a gun confiscation will be possible. Nope, guns do not guarantee a victory anymore than jet fighters, tanks and drones do. It is the fighting spirit and brains that wins.’ ‘We have nothing to lose and everything to win…..and the alternative, a global police state, is unacceptable. Nothing in life is simple but that is no argument against doing it :)’ Following Tepes’ online interactions with Crooks, the Trump shooter’s YouTube commenting ends. Moreover, Crooks’ political views seemingly shifted dramatically towards left-wing ideology around early 2020. In January 2020, Crooks reportedly attacked Trump for his ‘stupidity’ in one of his YouTube comments and mocked Trump supporters for sounding like a ‘cult.’ Crooks then reportedly called for anti-Trump supporters to conduct ‘terrorism-style attacks’ against the US government. The future assassin outlined ways to ‘sneak a bomb’ into a government building and ‘set it off before anyone sees you,’ according to Carlson. ‘[In my opinion] the only way to fight the [government] is with terrorism style attacks, sneak a bomb into an essential building [and] set it off before anyone sees you, track down and important people/politicians/military leaders etc and try to assassinate them. Any sort of head to head fight is suicide and ambush/surprise attacks likely aren’t going to end well,’ Crooks allegedly wrote on YouTube. MAGA influencers and lawmakers reacted with shock to Carlson’ latest reporting and demanded more transparency from Kash Patel’s FBI regarding Crooks. Tennessee Republican Rep. Tim Burchett claimed that Crooks was groomed by the CIA via MKUltra-style mind control programs during an interview reacting to Carlson’s latest report. ‘They programmed this kid. You got a kid who’s got access to guns or has some simple knowledge of a firearm, he was programmed,’ Burchett told conservative influencer Benny Johnson. ‘The facts have been buried or burned or whoever knew is either sitting on a beach somewhere and, uh, enjoying a fruity drink or they’re dead.’ ‘When the CIA says, ‘We don’t have this thing,’ and then their asses are brought into a court of law and they say, ‘Well, we have it, but we don’t use it anymore.’ Apparently, somebody’s using it.’ ‘I’ve said that all along,’ Burchett added. ‘I’ve said that. Look at the history. Look at where we’re at in this country, the Deep State. It’s disgusting. Trump’s right. They’re not after, they’re not after him. They’re after us. He’s just standing in the way.’ Kash Patel, meanwhile, issued a statement indirectly responding to Carlson’s reporting by claiming the Bureau collected an extensive amount of data from Crooks. Patel does not provide any specific details into the data uncovered from the FBI investigation, nor his motive for trying to kill Trump. Furthermore, the FBI director continues to maintain that Crooks had limited online use. ‘The investigation, conducted by over 480 FBI employees, revealed Crooks had limited online and in person interactions, planned and conducted the attack alone, and did not leak or share his intent to engage in the attack with anyone,’ Patel wrote.

Severe thunderstorm risk for northern and eastern Australia including Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra

BoM forecasts possible storms from tropical north and WA to central and eastern parts, with potential for strong winds and heavy rainfall

Graham Readfearn 11 hours ago

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273 Millionen für eine Technologie, die auf absehbare Zeit maximale Absätze im Bereich von kleiner 1000 Einheiten im Jahr erreichen könnte. Wasserstoff ist für den PKW-Bereich aktuell absolut unbrauchbar. Energieeffizienz der Wasserstoffgewinnung, Infrastruktur der Tankstellen, Kosten der Zellen, ... . Alles spricht gegen einen breiten Einsatz auf technischer Ebene, aber unsere Politiker lassen sich viele Millionen für verdeckte Subventionen aus der Tasche ziehen. Weil, seien wir mal ehrlich, welches Ziel erreicht man, wenn man eine untaugliche Technologie in einen Prototypen bauen lässt? Wie soll BMW die elementarsten Probleme der Wasserstoff-Technik als AUTOBAUER lösen? Wäre es wenigstens für LKWs, Schiffe oder Flugzeuge... Danke Söder, für dein Engagement, Deutschland auch technologisch in die Wand zu fahren.

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Authorities Report Man’s Alleged Involvement in Girlfriend’s Fatality

An Indiana man faces serious charges after allegedly providing his girlfriend with a lethal dose of fentanyl, resulting in her death. Jeremy Duvall, aged 45, has been formally charged with dealing a controlled substance leading to death, as per court documents accessed by Law&Crime. Although the charge was recently filed, the tragic incident reportedly took place earlier this summer. The events unfolded on June 27 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where Duvall and his 29-year-old girlfriend, Keana Swafford, were staying at a residence. According to court documents, Duvall claimed he saw Swafford standing by a bed smoking fentanyl before he fell asleep. Upon waking, he discovered her unresponsive, lying face down on the floor, local ABC and NBC affiliate WPTA reported. Authorities suspect that Duvall was involved in drug dealing at the time. He hesitated before calling 911 for help. By the time emergency services arrived, Duvall had already left the scene. Despite their efforts, first responders were unable to revive Swafford, and she was declared dead at the location. The investigation led law enforcement to secure a warrant to search Duvall’s phone, revealing messages that offered insight into his feelings about the incident. One message reportedly read, “Trust me there hasn’t been a minute that passed where I haven’t thought about what could have been done differently. I would give my life for hers, and she knows that. God knows that, and God and [Swafford] know what happened; that’s all that matters. I don’t care what anyone has to say or feels about it,” according to a report by the Fort Wayne-based outlet. Law enforcement officers obtained a warrant for the suspect’s phone, and on it, they found messages that they believed illustrated his state of mind about his girlfriend’s death. “Trust me there hasn’t been a minute that past where I haven’t thought about what could have been done differently,” one message read, per the Fort Wayne-based outlet. “I would give my life for hers and she knows that God knows that and God and [Swafford] knows what happened that’s all that matters I don’t care what anyone has to say or feels about it.” In another message, Duvall admitted to giving his girlfriend the fentanyl, according to the court documents. Duvall was arrested a month later for felony narcotics possession, and on the way to the jail, he allegedly made an incriminating statement: “It is kinda like my fault.” He has reportedly remained in jail since. Court records show that the defendant had an initial hearing for his dealing charge on Friday. He will appear in court again on Nov. 26. Swafford, who had three children, is remembered for being “bright, bold, and fierce in her love for those around her,” according to her obituary, which also mentions Duvall.

Sports

Irina Shayk Looks Nearly Unrecognizable With No Eyebrows Look

Irina Shayk made heads turn when she stepped out with bleached eyebrows for the launch of photographer Solve Sundsbo's 2026 Pirelli Calendar in Prague Nov. 14. ...

eonline.com 11 hours ago

Is Reddit Down? Thousands Report Internal Server Error Amid Massive Outage

Reddit experienced a major outage on Friday, November 14, with thousands of users reporting server errors across both the app and website. Downdetector logged more than 19,000 complaints at the peak of the disruption. Major cities including Chicago, New York City, Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Washington, D.C., were among the hardest hit, according to outage reports. Reddit has not yet issued a statement or response regarding the cause of the outage. Interestingly, Reddit’s own status page continues to show all systems operating normally, even as users report being unable to access the platform through both the mobile app and the website. "Did someone finally take down @Reddit? I can't access anything from that website suddenly," a user wrote on X. "Reddit down Again? gett an internal error message," another user tweeted. To fix Reddit’s “Internal Server Error,” start by checking whether Reddit is online using the Reddit Status page, even though it may show no incidents despite widespread user reports. Try refreshing the page, clearing your browser’s cache and cookies, or switching to a different browser or device. Disable browser extensions, especially ad blockers, that might interfere with loading. Ensure your internet connection is stable. Mobile users can clear the Reddit app cache or reinstall the app. However, if the issue is on Reddit’s end, user-side fixes may not resolve the error until the platform fully restores service. The recent outage comes after Reddit’s disruption on November 4, when the platform experienced a massive global failure affecting thousands of users across desktop, mobile and web. At that time, users are reported login errors, partially loading pages, broken media, increased error rates, and being unable to access subreddits or comment sections. Reddit acknowledged the issue, identified the cause, implemented a fix, allowing the platform’s recovery. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News and around the World.

Naman Trivedi 11 hours ago

Senator Cory Booker Addresses Questions on Chuck Schumer’s Future with Confidence

Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey has recently brought to light a topic that many Democrats have been quietly contemplating: the future of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer from New York. In the aftermath of what has been termed the “Schumer Shutdown,” Booker candidly addressed the need for change within the Democratic Party, something others have been hesitant to discuss openly. In an interview with Fox News, Booker was questioned about his remarks following the House’s approval of an amended continuing resolution, which facilitated the end of the government shutdown. In his comments, Booker emphasized that the Democratic Party is in need of transformation and should look to a new generation of leaders to challenge then-President Donald Trump. When pressed by the reporter on whether his statements were specifically aimed at Schumer, and if he believed the veteran senator was still capable of fulfilling his role, Booker responded thoughtfully. “Chuck Schumer’s generation, along with those of Nancy Pelosi and John Lewis, have achieved much to be proud of,” Booker acknowledged. “However, it is time for fresh leadership to emerge.” This sentiment reflects a growing call within the party for rejuvenation, as many Democrats consider how to best position themselves against Republican leadership and policies. “Chuck Schumer’s generation, Nancy Pelosi’s generation, John Lewis’s generation. They have so much to be proud of,” Booker said. “It is time, though, for new leadership.” Boom, there it is. We will at least give credit to the New Jersey senator who showed more courage when asked about Schumer’s future, more so than the likes of New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-14), who refused to call him out when asked if Schumer should stay as minority leader, my RedState colleague Nick Arama reported. 🚨They asked AOC if she still wants to get rid of Chuck Schumer. “Should Chuck Schumer stay as minority leader?” Her answer suggests she wants to take down MORE than just Chuck Schumer. “This problem is bigger than one person…” pic.twitter.com/VcSZPeNxza — Townhall.com (@townhallcom) November 12, 2025 “Should Schumer stay as minority leader?” the reporter asked. “I think what is so important for folks to understand is that this problem is bigger than one person,” AOC replied. “And it actually is bigger than the minority leader in the Senate…A leader is a reflection of the party and Senate Democrats have selected their leadership to represent them.” On Friday, Massachusetts Representative Seth Moulton (D-6) said Schumer has proven to be ineffective. One, Schumer has proven to all of us that he can’t keep the team together,” Moulton said. “But two, Schumer has also proven to Trump that his strong-arm tactics work. And so until Trump sees a different opponent, he’s going to just assume this playbook for the next time a negotiation like this comes up.” Chuck Schumer needs to be replaced as the party’s Senate leader, @RepMoulton tells our @DashaBurns on #theconversation. Hear more of Moulton’s views on the party’s future and its strategy on health care in this week’s episode — out now: pic.twitter.com/M944EgYGNi — POLITICO (@politico) November 14, 2025 SEE: Watch: Trump Signs House-Passed, Short-Term CR, Ending the Schumer Shutdown ALSO: Holy Smokes: Trump Makes Good on Promise to Those Who Worked During Schumer Shutdown A new CNN poll from the network’s data guru, Harry Enten, also proved Schumer’s days with the party are likely numbered. WATCH: CNN’s poll shows Chuck Schumer’s popularity is at a RECORD LOW for Democrat Senate leaders since 1985, and he’s trailing AOC by DOUBLE DIGITS in a potential primary. pic.twitter.com/NdxFyveTxy — Mercedes Schlapp (@mercedesschlapp) November 13, 2025 Enten said the poll showed that Democrats are feeling “terrible” about Schumer’s leadership. CNN’s poll shows Chuck Schumer’s popularity is at a RECORD LOW for Democrat Senate leaders since 1985, and he’s trailing AOC by DOUBLE DIGITS in a potential primary. One by one, Dems are starting to say it rather than obfuscating. Schumer’s days are done. My RedState colleague Sister Toldjah reported that the writing was on the wall for Chuck, and things were only going to get worse now that the shutdown is over. As RedState readers will recall, there were calls in early 2025 for a 2028 primary challenge to Schumer, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) being floated as a formidable contender. Those calls got louder when Schumer caved on the continuing resolution in March, with things getting so bad for Schumer that he had to postpone book tour dates due to alleged security threats. While AOC has dodged questions about a Schumer challenge, she hasn’t expressly stated that she’s ruled one out, either. And after eight Democrats on the Senate side broke ranks to begin the process of ending the Schumer Shutdown, one has to think AOC is giving the idea even more consideration. Oh, you hate to see it happen, right? Nah. Editor’s Note: Do you enjoy RedState’s conservative reporting that takes on the radical left and woke media? Support our work so that we can continue to bring you the truth. Join RedState VIP and use the promo code FIGHT to get 60% off your VIP membership!

Georgia judge drops 3 charges in Trump election interference case

A judge in Georgia has dropped three charges in the 2020 election interference case against President Donald Trump and others. Trump was charged with two of the counts that were dropped by Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee on Friday. The charges related to filing false documents. 'We remain confident that a fair and impartial review will lead to a dismissal of the case against President Trump.' McAfee had previously dropped six counts in the same indictment in March 2024, including three charges against Trump. "This politically charged prosecution has to come to an end. We remain confident that a fair and impartial review will lead to a dismissal of the case against President Trump," said Trump's attorney Steve Sadow on Friday. The case also received a new top prosecutor Friday after Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was disqualified from the case after it was discovered that she had an affair with special prosecutor Nathan Wade. He has also stepped down from the case. Peter Skandalakis, the director of the Prosecuting Attorneys Council of Georgia, appointed himself in the position to replace Willis. Had he not done so, the case would have had to be dropped by the Friday deadline set by McAfee. "I am keenly aware that this matter has been of significant public interest since January 2021, when District Attorney Fani Willis announced the initiation of the investigation," said Skandalakis. "My only objective is to ensure that this case is handled properly, fairly, and with full transparency discharging my duties without fear, favor, or affection." RELATED: Former Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis agrees to plea deal in Georgia election interference case On Monday the administration announced full pardons for some of those indicted in the Georgia case, but Skandalakis said the presidential pardons apply only to federal charges and do not affect the state case. Thirty-two counts remain in the election interference case. The president has pleaded not guilty. Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

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Reckless Escape: Father Attempts to Evade Police by Leaping from Moving Vehicle

A chaotic police pursuit in Florida took a dramatic turn when a father leaped from his moving SUV, leaving his wife and three frightened children inside as officers closed in on November 10. This startling incident occurred on Highway 79 in Washington County, situated in northwest Florida. The sequence of events was set in motion when a young child clandestinely dialed 911, reporting a domestic dispute between her parents occurring inside the vehicle. The call, however, was abruptly cut off before authorities could obtain further details. Shortly thereafter, deputies identified an SUV that matched the description provided by the child. Despite attempts to stop the vehicle, the driver, 46-year-old Albert Dale Searcy, refused to pull over. In a shocking moment, officers watched as Searcy swung open the SUV’s door and hurled himself onto the road, abandoning his family as the vehicle continued down the highway without him at the wheel. Searcy’s daring escape resulted in him hitting the pavement face-first, leaving him with a face marked by bloodied scratches, as revealed in his mugshot. Searcy hit the road face-first, and his mugshot showed the father with bloodied scratches across his head. Inside the SUV, Searcy’s wife Heather sprang into action. Authorities say she launched herself over the center console and seized the wheel, somehow managing to bring the vehicle to a safe stop while their three children remained strapped in the back. A responding deputy immediately detained Searcy, who deputies said was stunned, scraped, and covered in road rash, but still able to stand. His booking photo shows the extent of his injuries, although deputies noted he was not seriously hurt. The family, however, showed signs of a violent struggle. Deputies reported that Heather had ‘apparent injuries to her face’ consistent with a physical altercation. She told investigators she had repeatedly begged her husband to pull over and let her and the children out, a request he allegedly ignored again and again. She also said that when Albert realized their daughter had secretly called 911, he ‘struck the child and took the phone away.’ According to Heather’s account, the family had only recently returned to Washington County after a brief stay and were headed back to Louisiana when the fight broke out inside the vehicle. Emergency medical services evaluated all five family members at the scene. Heather and the children were cleared. Albert was treated for abrasions but required no further medical care. He was then taken to the Washington County Jail, where he remains in custody and is facing a barrage of charges including tampering with or harassing a witness, domestic violence battery, fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, child abuse and driving while license suspended. Investigators made clear just how close the family came to catastrophe. Had Heather not reacted instantly, climbing into the driver’s seat as the SUV continued to glide uncontrolled, the outcome could have been fatal. Instead, the mother’s quick reflexes prevented what deputies described as a potentially deadly collision. Her decisive action kept her children alive as their father landed on the asphalt in an alleged attempt to avoid arrest. The sheriff’s office released Searcy’s mugshot showing his face bloodied after being bounced along the road.