Washington — Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner announced Wednesday he is suspending his campaign after a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her when they were dating five years ago, ending a Senate run punctuated by personal controversies.Platner announced his decision in an 11-minute social media video. He vehemently denied the sexual assault allegations, calling them “false” and “not real,” but said the pressure from state-level and national Democrats had made it impossible for his campaign to continue. He blamed the “political establishment” for the situation.  “This is incredibly difficult, because I know that some will think it’s an…

Award-winning comedy icons, writers, actors, and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon are coming back to town for the ninth year of their internationally acclaimed, The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show (BenDeLaCreme Presents). Directed, produced, and written by BenDeLaCreme, this year’s show will tour 30 cities across the U.S. and Canada from November 6 to December 30 in major theaters.  Artist presale begins July 8 at 3 p.m. EST (Code: HOHOHO), and tickets go on general sale July 10 at 1 p.m. EST at JinkxandDeLa.com. VIP Packages, including a photo opportunity and a Q&A with the stars, are only available to purchase…

The European Union will need significantly higher imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) this summer to replenish depleted gas storage before the winter, according to the latest assessment by the bloc’s agency for the cooperation of energy regulators (ACER). ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT While the bloc is still reeling from gas markets volatility due to the conflict in the Middle East and the on-off closure of the critical Strait of Hormuz, ACER’s summer supply outlook warns that EU gas storage was only 28 percent full at the start of the summer injection season on 1 April, its lowest level in four years.…

Shoppers hunting for affordable protein options at Dollar Tree may be surprised by just how many choices are available beyond the usual snack aisle staples. From protein drinks and meat-based snacks to nuts, popcorn, and convenient grab-and-go options, budget-friendly finds can vary widely in how much protein they actually provide. To help separate the strongest options from the snacks that only appear high in protein, here’s how six popular Dollar Tree protein picks stack up from the most to the least grams of protein per serving. This breakdown also looks at what each snack offers nutritionally, including calories, convenience, and…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An illegal immigrant accused of fatally stabbing his coworker during an argument at a Michigan food processing plant should not be released back onto the streets, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said Wednesday.Valmir Djempsley, 20, a Haitian citizen, was charged in the June 30 slaying of 21-year-old Brandon Eduardo Velasquez Chavez at the Clemens Food Group plant in Coldwater.The killing occurred during an argument between the two men, during which Djempsley allegedly chased Chavez with a knife before stabbing him in the back. Djempsley told authorities that Chavez headbutted him during…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Graham Platner, the embattled Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, suspended his campaign on Wednesday amid mounting controversies and growing calls from top Democrats in his home state, in the nation’s capital, and across the country for him to immediately quit the race.Platner, a populist Democrat backed last September by progressive champion Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., was challenging longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a high-profile, combustible and expensive race in Maine, which is one of a handful that will determine if the GOP holds onto its slim Senate majority in November’s midterm…

Delta Air Lines is rolling out lower-cost fares for some of its premium cabins, but travelers will have to give up some perks. The Atlanta-based airline announced Wednesday the launch of three new “basic” fares, expanding its no-frills pricing model to higher-end cabins, including Delta First, Delta Premium Select and Delta One.The new fare options are Delta First Basic, Delta Premium Select Basic and Basic Business, which is the lower-cost fare for Delta One. “This expansion gives customers more ways to choose the Delta experience that best fits their trip and a new way to access our premium tier products,”…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! New Orleans Saints legend Cam Jordan hopes the door to his career isn’t cracked an inch. Hell, he hopes the thing is slammed shut after Year 16 in the National Football League this upcoming season.After deliberation, Jordan, coming off a 10.5-sack 2025 campaign, re-signed with the Saints for one more year. And though the word “retirement” has not yet been uttered, Jordan has made it known he is going into this season expecting it to be his last in the league.”I’ve been doing this since Year 10,” Jordan told Fox News Digital…

For less than $500 a night, visitors can check into a luxury hotel readers just crowned the best resort in America. Appellation Healdsburg, a retreat tucked among Sonoma County’s vineyards, has been named the No. 1 resort in the continental U.S. and the best resort in California in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards. Appellation Healdsburg was named the top resort in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure. Appellation Hotels The honor comes less than a year after the hotel welcomed its first guests in September 2025, a rare feat in the hospitality industry, where established luxury properties typically…

LOS ANGELES — The Walt Disney Company is celebrating 125 Emmy nominations, including nods for “Abbott Elementary,” “The Bear” and “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour.”The nominations span the company’s content brands and studios, including , Disney Kids & Family, FX, Disney Television Studios (20th Television Animation and 20th Television), Hulu Originals, National Geographic and Onyx Collective; and The Walt Disney Studios, including Lucasfilm, Marvel Television, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures.Disney’s streaming platforms Disney+ and Hulu are home to a total of 109 nominations.Full list of The Walt Disney Company 2026 Emmy Award nominationsThe Oscars ()9 NominationsOutstanding Variety Special…

Vanity Fair has just released an in-depth piece spotlighting Lin-Manuel Miranda’s upcoming Octet film adaptation. In the article, which includes an accompanying first-look photo of the cast, Miranda sheds new light on the film, including casting, the filming process, and details about its release.  The project is based on the acapella musical by Dave Malloy, exploring the prevalent theme of internet addiction in our very online, digital-first culture. The movie wrapped production earlier this year with a star-studded cast of performers, including Rachel Zegler, Jonathan Groff, and Amanda Seyfried. After rehearsing for five weeks, the film had a 22-day shoot, culminating in…

Published on 08/07/2026 – 15:37 GMT+2•Updated 18:17 US president Donald Trump said the US plans to provide Ukraine with licence to produce US-made Patriot air defence interceptors. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Speaking alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the NATO summit in Ankara, Trump said Washington would give Kyiv “the right to make Patriots”, referring to the long‑range air defence missiles Kyiv has repeatedly requested to protect its cities and energy grid from Russian strikes. “We’ll show them how to do it,” Trump said, describing the system as “very complex” but insisting Kyiv would “figure out the complexity quickly”. He said US…

Alix Earle showed off her posh Wimbledon look. Alix, 25, took to TikTok on Tuesday, July 7, to model the set she wore while watching tennis matches alongside her sister, Ashtin Earle. “Ashtin’s gonna zip me in!” Alix said while wearing a butter yellow Lolita Lempicka corset top featuring a scoop neckline, thin straps and a subtle floral design. She teamed the top with a latching lace skirt finished with a cowl waist. “So this is the base and then there’s a jacket,” Alix continued, revealing the vibe she was going for. “It’s giving princess.” The Dancing With the Stars…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A tiny West Virginia town is at the center of a growing controversy after its entire police department was abruptly relieved of duty just days after its police chief resigned, sparking public backlash, allegations of government overreach and growing demands for transparency.”Effective immediately, the entire Barrackville Police Department has been relieved of duty by the Mayor and City Council,” the department wrote in a Facebook post on Tuesday.”We are sincerely grateful for the support, trust, and encouragement shown to us by the Barrackville community throughout our service. It has been an honor…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Political heavyweight Dana White, whose endorsement of President Donald Trump was instrumental in his 2024 victory, is now hinting that he may jump back into presidential politics in 2028 because he has “become really close” with Secretary of State Marco Rubio.This comes as White’s UFC announced a rare “sports diplomacy” partnership with the State Department this week. White and Rubio signed a memorandum of understanding establishing the partnership last month, according to a UFC statement. The league said that as part of the agreement, UFC athletes and coaches will serve as “sports…