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Florida Tragedy: What Did a Comatose Father Reveal Before His Death?

Florida Tragedy: What Did a Comatose Father Reveal Before His Death?

A young father-to-be from Florida regained consciousness after a serious car crash — just long enough to make a statement to the police. He then sadly passed away, leaving investigators to look into the claims that he made against his pregnant girlfriend, per the New York Post. Crash Follows Super Bowl Night Argument on Florida Highway Daniel Waterman, a 22-year-old originally from the Syracuse area in New York, had been riding in the passenger seat while his girlfriend, 24-year-old Leigha Mumby, was behind the wheel. The couple were driving along Interstate 95 in Flagler County, Florida, on Super Bowl Sunday this past February when tensions reportedly erupted into a fight. According to court documents, Waterman later told authorities that the argument turned especially dark when Mumby allegedly said: “I don’t care what happens. You’ll get what you deserve,” moments before allegedly crashing the car into a tree. Both sustained serious injuries in the wreck. Waterman was left in a coma, while Mumby — who was pregnant at the time — also suffered injuries but survived. Her unborn baby made it through the crash and has since been born. Daniel Waterman sadly passed away. Credit: Tiffany Waterman / Facebook Whiteboard Confession Leads to Criminal Charges Waterman’s mother, Heather Waterman, told syracuse.com that her son initially went into a coma after the accident but eventually regained enough consciousness in May to communicate using a whiteboard. It was then, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by People , that he implicated Mumby in the crash. The couple had reportedly started arguing after Mumby discovered she was pregnant and Waterman received a text message from a woman back in New York. Heather Waterman said the message was harmless — just a Super Bowl-related exchange with a friend who supported the Philadelphia Eagles, while her son rooted for the Kansas City Chiefs. Driver Claims She Doesn’t Remember the Crash Court records allege that Mumby began driving erratically after the argument and ultimately slammed the vehicle into a tree. However, Mumby reportedly told investigators that she doesn’t recall what caused the crash. Despite her initial charges of reckless driving causing serious bodily injury and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon in July, the legal stakes escalated after Waterman’s condition worsened. After being transferred from Florida to Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse to continue his recovery, he died on October 8 from pneumonia, according to syracuse.com. Following his death, Mumby was charged with vehicular homicide, People reported, citing law enforcement. Waterman allegedly told police that his girlfriend was behind the crash. Credit: Tiffany Waterman / Facebook Family Fights for Custody of the Child Now, Waterman’s family is focused on gaining custody of the child they believe to be his. Heather Waterman said they plan to prove paternity and bring the baby to New York. “We’ll do whatever we can do to bring her to us,” she told Syracuse.com . “He wanted her raised in New York with his family.” Though his health battles ultimately proved too much, Heather remembered her son’s resilience in his final months. “He never gave up,” she said. “This whole entire time, he literally never gave up.” Featured image credit: Tiffany Waterman / Facebook

Jul 25, 2026
Church Sparks Outrage with Controversial Sermon on Native Rituals

Church Sparks Outrage with Controversial Sermon on Native Rituals

A Christian church has refused to leave a Native American reservation after its pastor condemned traditional tribal spiritual practices during a sermon, sparking protests and demands for an apology.Foundations For Nations pastor and founder Sarah Lucas delivered the sermon at the Wind River Reservation, in west-central Wyoming, on July 5, as the Northern Arapaho Tribe’s Sundance ceremony was concluding, a sacred period of prayer, sacrifice and renewal involving a ceremonial pipe known as the “Old Man,” which is tied to the tribe’s creation traditions.The dispute has exposed longstanding tensions between Christian missionary activity and Indigenous religious traditions on tribal lands. Tribal leaders and community members say the pastor's remarks denigrated sacred cultural practices and have called on the church to apologize or leave the reservation, while church officials have defended their right to preach their religious beliefs. The standoff has sparked a broader debate over religious freedom, tribal sovereignty and respect for Native American spiritual traditions, drawing attention beyond the reservation.What HappenedLucas told congregants that people had prayed to sacred pipes and ancestors, describing those practices as idolatry. “The pipe cannot hear your prayers. It’s just a piece of material,” Lucas said. “And the Lord is saying, ‘Tear down the idols, tear down the altars, the idol worship.”Foundations For Nations appears to have removed the video of the full sermon from its YouTube channel, but Native American Yellowstone actor Christian Wassana shared a clip from the video on his Facebook page, criticizing the message as “attempts to erase and discredit our traditional way of life.”...The sermon prompted more than 100 Northern Arapaho members and supporters to hold protests outside the church on July 7, demanding a public apology, according to Fremont County news outlet County 10.Three days later, the Northern Arapaho Business Council (NABC), the elected body that manages the Northern Arapaho Tribe’s day-to-day government and affairs, and other Native American leaders told Lucas and her husband Jason that the church had to leave the Wind River Reservation, County 10 reported.NABC Chair Keenan Groesbeck said in a post on Facebook on July 10: “Just so everyone knows. We told Foundations For Nations and Sarah Lucas they got to go. We ain't putting up with their bulls**t.”But Lucas argued that her ministry is on “private” land, despite being located within the reservation, and went ahead with Sunday’s service on July 12. She said her family had received death threats and threats to burn down the church. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) confirmed to Newsweek that it is "aware of the situation" but it declined to comment further. Newsweek has also contacted the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, via email, for comment.The Wind River Indian Reservation is jointly governed by the Northern Arapaho and Eastern Shoshone tribes, which maintain separate tribal governments and cooperate on certain reservation-wide matters. Foundations For Nations is located near Arapahoe within the reservation’s exterior boundaries, but its church sits on a privately owned parcel rather than tribal trust land.Newsweek has reached out to Foundations For Nations, the NABC and the Eastern Shoshone Business Council, via social media message, email and call, for comment.What Exactly Did Sarah Lucas Say In Her Sermon?In Wassana’s shared video of Lucas’ sermon, she said: “The Lord says ‘tear down the altars, tear down the idols.’ And this nation gathered this week, and they prayed, and they prayed to pipes and prayed to their ancestors, believing that this is the way for their freedom, to get free from addiction, for people to be healed from their sickness; this is what this culture did this week.“And we went on as church as normal, but here’s the thing,” she said. “I feel like we’ve got to pray this morning before moving on. I feel like we’re going to pray for this nation this morning, and we’re going to pray for our Indigenous nation, for our tribe this week as they’re coming out of this, because we know that Jesus is enough. He’s enough. It’s not Jesus plus. It’s Jesus everything; he’s everything … Jesus is the chain breaker. He is the only god that we should be praying to.”Lucas continued: “A pipe cannot hear your prayers. It’s just a piece of material, right? And this is a cycle that they’re caught up in.”Why Tribal Members Took Issue With the SermonNorthern Arapaho leaders said Lucas’ remarks attacked a sacred tradition central to the tribe’s identity, rather than merely expressing a difference in religious belief. NABC member Preston Moss said the ministry had previously been treated with respect but that Lucas had damaged its relationship with the community, saying Lucas and her husband had “crossed a line that they can’t ever come back from.”“You just don’t go into somebody’s homeland and talk about their beliefs, and mock their beliefs, and cut their beliefs down,” he told County 10.Wassana said in his Facebook post that Lucas’ sermon recalled earlier efforts by Christian institutions to suppress Indigenous religions and cultures. “It feels like history repeating itself, with attempts to erase and discredit our traditional way of life,” he said.The actor also told Wyoming outlet Cowboy State Daily that the message could be particularly damaging because the ministry works with Native children.“We don’t want our young people growing up feeling like they have to choose between being accepted or embracing who they are because a leader they see is teaching those kinds of things,” he said.Christian-run boarding schools historically separated Indigenous children from their families and punished them for speaking Native languages or practicing their cultures, a history that has shaped much of the reaction to Lucas’ sermon.“They still think that they’re saving us… as Indigenous peoples… (they are) still trying to indoctrinate us, which is wrong,” Groesbeck told County 10 in response to Lucas stating that she and the church are not leaving as directed. “This is 2026, and they still have the mentality of ‘kill the Indian, save the man.'”Lucas Defends SermonIn a letter to supporters circulated before the church’s July 12 service, reported by County 10, Lucas and her husband, Jason, refused to withdraw the message or comply with the NABC’s demand that they leave the reservation.“We are standing firmly on the truth of the Word of God concerning idol worship,” they wrote, describing prayers involving the Old Man Pipe and ancestors as incompatible with their Christian beliefs.“Should we compromise the Word of God for the sake of safety or to maintain peace with a people group?” the letter said. “Our answer is clear—no.”Lucas and her husband said they had attended the July 10 meeting with tribal leaders in an effort to listen and seek understanding but encountered “intense opposition” before being ordered to leave. They argued that the ministry could not be removed in that manner because it owns its property and said they were consulting lawyers about taking the dispute to federal court.“We are not stopping,” they wrote. “The Gospel will continue to be preached.”The couple also appealed to supporters for donations to cover potential legal expenses and for prayers as they continued their work. “There is deep spiritual darkness over this land,” they wrote.In a separate statement provided to County 10, Lucas acknowledged that her sermon had hurt members of the Native community and said she understood why some felt condemned or personally attacked.“Love speaks truth, and I regret that my words did not reflect that as clearly as they should have,” Lucas said. “At the same time, I cannot apologize for preaching what I believe God’s Word teaches.”She then went on to describe the work her ministry has done on the reservation, including repairing homes, feeding the homeless and helping the sick.“My desire has never been to attack people, but to point them to Jesus Christ, whom I believe is the only way to salvation,” Lucas said. “…From the day we arrived, my family and I have loved this community.”What Happens NextLucas and her husband said they were consulting legal counsel and were prepared to pursue the matter in federal court, but neither Foundations For Nations nor the NABC has publicly announced that a case has been filed.Groesbeck acknowledged that the church was entitled to bring a legal challenge but said the tribe would defend its authority over the reservation.“They’re well within their bounds to do that,” he said. “It’s probably going to get drawn out in court, but regardless, we’re going to do what we got to do on our side.”Groesbeck pointed to the tribe’s own court system and sovereign authority, saying: “We have that right to govern ourselves and govern our boundaries, our reservation boundaries.”The church has continued holding services. Groesbeck said most demonstrators had acted peacefully.Contact Newsweek editors on this story: John Fitzpatrick, Gray R. Thomas and Cristina Diciu.

Jul 25, 2026
Cornell Student Sparks Outrage Over Antisemitic Remark—Will He Really Return?

Cornell Student Sparks Outrage Over Antisemitic Remark—Will He Really Return?

The disgraced Cornell University student who went viral for declining an interview with an NYC startup because he said he didn’t want to be “working for a Jew,” claims he’s returning the upstate Ivy league campus in the fall.Austin Franco, 19, the rising junior who delivered the message to VrfID’s Jewish co-founders Gabe and Aiden Einhorn via job board site Handshake in June, told conservative nonprofit Accuracy in Media that he hardly got a slap on the wrist from Cornell.“As of now, they said there’s not anything going on on their back end. I think it’s because I didn’t say anything that could be classified as hateful,” Franco unknowingly confided to an “undercover investigator” for the organization, who lured him to a meet-up pretending to be a fellow antisemite. Austin Franco claimed he has hardly been disciplined by Cornell for his antisemitic comments. Linkedin / Austin FrancoHe said that the school reached out to him after the controversy, but no action has been taken against him.A spokesperson for Cornell referred The Post to the school’s previous statement, but declined to comment on Franco’s claim that he is returning to campus.“This incident has been referred to the Cornell Office of Civil Rights for investigation under university policy,” the Cornell spokeswoman said. “Cornell condemns antisemitism and all forms of hatred and discrimination in the strongest possible terms. The university is steadfastly committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for every member of our community.”Cornell’s lackluster response has sparked outrage among Jewish students and leaders.Rabbi Marc Schneier, founding senior rabbi of The Hampton Synagogue and president of the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding, told The Post this reflects how alarmingly “normalized” antisemitism has become.BREAKING: A Cornell University student who went viral after telling a prospective employer he was “not interested in working for a Jew” met with an undercover Accuracy in Media investigator and revealed even more about his views.During the conversation, Austin Franco discusses… pic.twitter.com/LFxxAPHeip— Accuracy In Media (@AccuracyInMedia) July 22, 2026“Cornell is a place of learning, and yet a student can openly declare that he will not work for a Jew, impose his own private boycott and still sit in its classrooms,” Schneier said. “I refuse to believe that any other form of bigotry, racial or religious, would be treated with such tolerance.”Davian Gekman, a Cornell student graduating in 2027, described Franco as “the worst of the worst.”“Freedom of speech does not mean freedom from consequences. If the school administration is unable to do anything, then it is the bodies’ responsibility to do so,” he said. Cornell said the incident is under investigation. Bloomberg via Getty ImagesIn the clip posted Wednesday to X by Accuracy in Media, Franco admitted that his hateful way of declining the interview wasn’t “the smartest thing to say.”“But the reaction was like, overwhelming. Not equal to what I said,” he said.“I mean, I thought I was being nice. Saying this is why I don’t want to work for you.”He also confirmed that he’s raked in about $25,000 in donations from his twisted supporters. Franco, who hails from Virginia, described antisemitism as “very widespread among the younger generation” as he blamed The Chosen People for his employment struggles.“That’s the problem I’m having. I’m going to Cornell. I’m applying for all these jobs. The only thing I’m getting is unpaid internships working for Jews. Yeah, pretty much only Jews actually,” he said.“The company I was working at prior was also run by a Jew. Yeah, that’s why I got fired.”Franco used to work at the kosher station at Cornell’s dining hall, according to students familiar with the situation.Franco wrote on X that he met with Accuracy in Media because they claimed to be a group that wanted to offer him financial support and post-grad job opportunities.“It’s sad that they were being disingenuous,” he whined.Franco did not immediately return a request for comment.

Jul 25, 2026
Explosive Diarrhea Outbreak Sparks Urgent Investigation: What's Behind the Surge?

Explosive Diarrhea Outbreak Sparks Urgent Investigation: What's Behind the Surge?

It has been announced that US health officials are researching a dangerous parasite following a new outbreak of Cyclospora , which can cause prolonged periods of diarrhoea and other gastrointestinal problems. The US Food and Drug Administration is working with state and local health authorities to determine how people became infected and whether there is a common source behind the illnesses. Cyclospora is a tiny parasite that can infect people who consume contaminated food or water. An infection with the parasite can cause watery diarrhoea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue and loss of appetite . Symptoms can last for weeks or even months if the infection is left untreated. Cyclospora cayetanensis causes explosive, watery diarrhea. Credit: CDC The parasite thrives in fruit and vegetables The parasite is usually found in fresh produce, although identifying the exact source of an outbreak is often difficult because symptoms of the infection often begin days or weeks after consuming the parasite. Health investigators are now examining cases of infection in an effort to establish whether there is a common food source that the parasites are found in. The outbreak that has prompted this investigation is not currently known to have started with one specific food product. Cyclospora infections are generally treatable with medication, and most people recover fairly quickly. However, prolonged diarrhoea can lead to dehydration and may be particularly serious for older adults, young children and people with weak immune systems . The investigation comes as health authorities continue to monitor cyclospora infections across the United States, where cases tend to increase during the warmer months. Many people have been affected by the explosive diarrhea outbreak. Credit: Sora Shimazaki / Pexels Health officials are urging people to report cases of infection Officials are urging people experiencing persistent diarrhoea or other symptoms associated with cyclospora to report their case to a healthcare provider. Laboratory testing may be needed to confirm an infection because the parasite cannot always be identified through routine testing. Health agencies have not advised consumers to avoid fresh produce, but have instead encouraged people to follow standard food safety measures. For the best chance of avoiding the nasty parasite, experts recommend washing produce thoroughly under running water, keeping food preparation areas clean and avoiding cross-contamination. Investigators will continue to track cases and analyse available information as they search for the source of the outbreak. If a specific food or product is identified, officials could issue additional warnings or take steps to remove potentially contaminated items from the market. Cyclospora is thankfully not spread directly from person to person because the parasite generally requires time outside the body before it becomes infectious. The FDA and other public health authorities are expected to provide further information as the investigation progresses. Featured image credit: CDC

Jul 25, 2026
Cornell Under Fire: Student's Shocking Antisemitic Remark and University's Controversial Response

Cornell Under Fire: Student's Shocking Antisemitic Remark and University's Controversial Response

The disgraced Cornell University student who went viral for declining an interview with an NYC startup because he said he didn’t want to be “working for a Jew,” claims he’s returning the upstate Ivy league campus in the fall.Austin Franco, 19, the rising junior who delivered the message to VrfID’s Jewish co-founders Gabe and Aiden Einhorn via job board site Handshake in June, told conservative nonprofit Accuracy in Media that he hardly got a slap on the wrist from Cornell.“As of now, they said there’s not anything going on on their back end. I think it’s because I didn’t say anything that could be classified as hateful,” Franco unknowingly confided to an “undercover investigator” for the organization, who lured him to a meet-up pretending to be a fellow antisemite. Austin Franco claimed he has hardly been disciplined by Cornell for his antisemitic comments. Linkedin / Austin FrancoHe said that the school reached out to him after the controversy, but no action has been taken against him.A spokesperson for Cornell referred The Post to the school’s previous statement, but declined to comment on Franco’s claim that he is returning to campus.“This incident has been referred to the Cornell Office of Civil Rights for investigation under university policy,” the Cornell spokeswoman said. “Cornell condemns antisemitism and all forms of hatred and discrimination in the strongest possible terms. The university is steadfastly committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for every member of our community.”Cornell’s lackluster response has sparked outrage among Jewish students and leaders.Rabbi Marc Schneier, founding senior rabbi of The Hampton Synagogue and president of the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding, told The Post this reflects how alarmingly “normalized” antisemitism has become.BREAKING: A Cornell University student who went viral after telling a prospective employer he was “not interested in working for a Jew” met with an undercover Accuracy in Media investigator and revealed even more about his views.During the conversation, Austin Franco discusses… pic.twitter.com/LFxxAPHeip— Accuracy In Media (@AccuracyInMedia) July 22, 2026“Cornell is a place of learning, and yet a student can openly declare that he will not work for a Jew, impose his own private boycott and still sit in its classrooms,” Schneier said. “I refuse to believe that any other form of bigotry, racial or religious, would be treated with such tolerance.”Davian Gekman, a Cornell student graduating in 2027, described Franco as “the worst of the worst.”“Freedom of speech does not mean freedom from consequences. If the school administration is unable to do anything, then it is the bodies’ responsibility to do so,” he said. Cornell said the incident is under investigation. Bloomberg via Getty ImagesIn the clip posted Wednesday to X by Accuracy in Media, Franco admitted that his hateful way of declining the interview wasn’t “the smartest thing to say.”“But the reaction was like, overwhelming. Not equal to what I said,” he said.“I mean, I thought I was being nice. Saying this is why I don’t want to work for you.”He also confirmed that he’s raked in about $25,000 in donations from his twisted supporters. Franco, who hails from Virginia, described antisemitism as “very widespread among the younger generation” as he blamed The Chosen People for his employment struggles.“That’s the problem I’m having. I’m going to Cornell. I’m applying for all these jobs. The only thing I’m getting is unpaid internships working for Jews. Yeah, pretty much only Jews actually,” he said.“The company I was working at prior was also run by a Jew. Yeah, that’s why I got fired.”Franco used to work at the kosher station at Cornell’s dining hall, according to students familiar with the situation.Franco wrote on X that he met with Accuracy in Media because they claimed to be a group that wanted to offer him financial support and post-grad job opportunities.“It’s sad that they were being disingenuous,” he whined.Franco did not immediately return a request for comment.

Jul 25, 2026
49ers' Kyle Shanahan's Car Crash Horror: What Happened?

49ers' Kyle Shanahan's Car Crash Horror: What Happened?

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan suffered horrific injuries — including a severe concussion — in a car crash near his Northern California last week.Shanahan’s vehicle collided with an SUV on July 14, leaving the coach with a broken nose, three broken ribs and a broken hand, according to ESPN. He also had to get 40 stitches in his face.Kyle Shanahan suffered severe injuries in a car crash near his Northern California home earlier this month. Getty ImagesShanahan’s vehicle collided with an SUV on July 14, Getty ImagesShanahan was rushed to the hospital for treatment before being released later in the day, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The other driver was uninjured.Police said drugs and alcohol were not a factor in the crash. “Consistent with our standard release of information procedures in such cases, we do not release information regarding the cause of the collision, or which party may have been at fault,” Palo Alto lieutenant Nicholas Martinez said in a statement to ESPN.Shanahan is expected to limited as the team opens training camp on Sunday, according to the team.Shanahan is expected to limited as the team opens training camp on Sunday. APShanahan is entering his 10th season as 49ers head coach. Getty Images“Coach Shanahan will participate in team activities on a limited basis at the start of training camp while he recovers,” the 49ers said in a statement. “Coach Shanahan and the 49ers organization would like to sincerely thank all first responders involved for their efforts and care.The team added that Assistant Head Coach Chris Foerster and 49ers coordinators will step in to handle head coaching duties.Shanahan only informed his fellow coaches of the wreck on Tuesday, ESPN reported.He is entering his 10th season as head coach of the 49ers.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.Download The California Post App, follow us on social, and subscribe to our newsletters California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedInCalifornia Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, XCalifornia Post Opinion California Post Newsletters: Sign up here!California Post App: Download here!Home delivery: Sign up here!Page Six Hollywood: Sign up here!

Jul 25, 2026
Ohio House of Horrors: Father of 16 Children Seeks Mental Competency Test

Ohio House of Horrors: Father of 16 Children Seeks Mental Competency Test

In the latest update since 16 children were discovered and rescued after spending at least four years “kept in worse conditions than livestock”, and their responsible adults were arrested, the children’s father, Gary Siders, has asked a court to determine whether he is mentally competent to stand trial. The children, aged between one-and-a-half and 18, were discovered inside a crumbling house, locked in a room of just 12 by 12 feet by the Vinton County Sheriff's Office in Ohio on Tuesday, June 30. Heartbreakingly, the children had suffered such “ serious physical harm ” that two had to be flown to specialist trauma centres. At the same time, another seven were taken to Columbus Hospitals, with one admitted to the ICU and intubated. Gary Siders Jr. and and Elizabeth Siders have been handed child felony charges. Credit: Southeast Ohio Jail The four adults responsible have been arrested The children's father, Gary Siders Jr., 36, mother Elizabeth Siders , 33, and grandparents Gary Siders Sr., 73, and Christina Siders, 77, were arrested and charged with 16 counts of child endangerment. However, they have all since pleaded not guilty. Now, Gary’s attorney filed a motion requesting a psychiatric evaluation. According to People magazine, the lawyer argued that his client's competency should be examined before the case proceeds. The attorney, R. Lee Roberts, also asked the court to allow supporting documents to be filed under seal, saying they contain sensitive information about Siders' mental health. Sadly, during a press conference just days after the gut-wrenching discovery, Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson and Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain warned the public, who have been gripped by the case, that the investigation could take some time. The main reason for the expected delay in prosecution is that the children are believed to have very limited communication skills, with some of the 16 children who are aged between one and a half and 18 completely mute. The state officials even compared the children to animals, describing them as “feral”. The property the children were found in was falling apart. Credit: X / Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson The court case is expected to take a long time It is not known if any of the children have ever had any formal education, as there is no evidence of them ever being enrolled in a school, according to the Vinton County School District . William Archer, Vinton County prosecutor, said: “One of the investigative challenges is that (the children) are limited. They can communicate, but it’s extremely limited and some not at all.” The prosecutor also told reporters that the children are in the process of being placed in protective custody with Ohio Jobs and Family Services. Since the arrests of all the allegedly responsible adults, the judge also confirmed that all four bonds are set at $300,000, and each charge could land a prison sentence of two to eight years. If each of the four family members is found guilty on all counts, they could face 192 years in prison individually. Featured image credit: Southern Ohio Regional Jail

Jul 25, 2026
Florida Marina Turns Tragic: Shocking Verdict in Fatal Memorial Day Brawl

Florida Marina Turns Tragic: Shocking Verdict in Fatal Memorial Day Brawl

A drunk Florida boater killed a man and dumped his body in a marina’s water during a violent shoving match that broke out aboard his sailboat, where the two had been drinking together on Memorial Day in 2024.Kamal Padlowski was found guilty Thursday of murdering Melvin Jimenez during a brawl at the Little Harbor Marina in Ruskin, FL, on May 25, 2024, according to the Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office.Padlowski, 52, shoved Jimenez during the fight, which caused the 47-year-old victim to fall backwards and slam his head onto the dock, leaving him motionless on the fiberglass gangway, officials said. Melvin Jimenez falls onto the dock during a fight with Kamal Padlowski at Little Harbor Marina in Ruskin, FL, on May 25, 2024. ZUMAPRESS.comPadlowski then grabbed Jimenez’s ankles and dumped him into the awaiting water instead of rendering aid or calling for help. “I didn’t know he was unconscious. I didn’t know that he had even fallen,” Padlowski said in court. “I knew he was still a threat to me, and I just wanted to get distance between us.”Jimenez suffered vertebral fractures in the fall, which severed both vertebral arteries, physician and pathologist Edward Willey testified in court. Willey claimed Jimenez would have died regardless of whether he was thrown into the water.Jimenez died from drowning, the state attorney’s office ruled. Padlowski was found guilty by a jury of first-degree murder.Melvin Jimenez was out celebrating his new work contract when he was killed on Memorial Day weekend in 2024. GoFundMeKamal Padlowski was found guilty by a jury of first-degree murder on July 23, 2026. Hillsborough County Sheriff's OfficeThe two men had only met each other hours earlier at the nearby tiki-themed Sunset Bar and Grill, where they were both celebrating major milestones. Jimenez had won a contract to install security cameras with Walmart while Padlowski was engaged the day prior, the Tampa Bay Times reported.As the two celebrated, Padlowski playfully commented on Jimenez ordering a vodka, saying the drink was Russian and they call it “water,” he recalled in court.They soon left the bar and made the 10-minute walk to the marina, where they drank aboard the docked sailboat for approximately 40 minutes with Padlowski’s fiancée, where they engaged in friendly conversation, according to the outlet.Jimenez’s blood alcohol level was measured at .26, over three times the legal limit, the outlet reported. Padlowski’s levels were not revealed, but he claimed to have had “two hard iced teas and maybe a shot or two of vodka.”The hangout grew sour as the two men launched into a brawl aboard Padlowski’s boat.Surveillance cameras facing the dock captured the two men shoving each other while aboard Padlowski’s boat before the fight erupted onto the gangway, according to video obtained by 10 Tampa Bay News.Jimenez allegedly threatened to kill Padlowski and rape his unidentified fiancée, the killer claimed in court.Padlowski grabbed Jimenez’s ankles and dumped him into the awaiting water instead of rendering aid or calling for help. ZUMAPRESS.comThe two men had been drinking together before the fight broke out. ZUMAPRESS.comPadlowski claimed self-defense during his murder trial, saying Jimenez had shoved his fiancée and lunged at him.Prosecutors disputed the claims, revealing the blurry surveillance video captured Padlowski punching Jimenez before grabbing his throat.Padlowski remained near his boat armed with two kitchen knives until police arrived at the scene.He initially told officers he didn’t know where Jimenez went, unaware that cameras had recorded the entire fight.Kamal Padlowski appears in court during his murder trial on July 21, 2026. ZUMAPRESS.comJimenez’s wife, Angela Sprenger, testified against Padlowski, calling him a liar and a killer.“Just unbelievable because I don’t believe a word he says. I think he is a narcissist and a murderer,” she told the court, according to 10 Tampa Bay News.“All the things he was saying was just total lies. And to try to go after my husband’s character that way is just so awful,” she added.“At least he’ll get to spend the rest of his day thinking about my dad and how maybe if he was a better man and had a better character like my dad, he would have made the decisions that he did to lead to this,” Jimenez’s daughter Kimberly testified, according to WFLA.Padlowski faces a mandatory life sentence in Florida State Prison, with his sentencing hearing scheduled for August 17.

Jul 25, 2026
Trump's Support Among Men Plummets to Historic Low

Trump's Support Among Men Plummets to Historic Low

President Donald Trump's approval rating among men hit an all-time low, according to a new Economist/YouGov poll that found his overall approval rating remains deeply underwater.The survey found Trump's net approval rating among men stands at -22, the lowest level recorded among male voters in either his first or second term. Male voters have traditionally been one of Trump's strongest demographic groups and were considered central to his 2024 electoral coalition.Overall, 36 percent of Americans said they approve of Trump's job performance compared with 60 percent who disapprove, giving him a net approval rating of -24.According to YouGov, that is below the lowest net approval Trump recorded during his first term and lower than former President Joe Biden's lowest rating while in office.The poll also found Democrats hold a five-point lead on the generic congressional ballot, suggesting Trump's declining standing could present challenges for Republicans as they head toward the 2026 midterm elections.An overall net approval rating of -24 places the president in politically difficult territory ahead of the 2026 midterms. Barack Obama entered the 2014 midterm cycle with approval ratings in the low-to-mid 40s before the Democrats lost control of the Senate, while George W. Bush was in the high 30s ahead of the 2006 midterms where Republicans lost control of Congress.White House spokesperson Davis Ingle told Newsweek: “The ultimate poll was November 5th, 2024 when nearly 80 million Americans overwhelmingly elected President Trump to deliver on his popular and commonsense agenda. No other president in history has accomplished more for young men than President Trump, who is working tirelessly to create jobs, cool inflation, increase housing affordability, and more. The president has already made historic progress not only in America but around the world, and this is just the beginning as his agenda continues taking effect.”...How Americans Describe Donald TrumpWhen asked which words best described Trump from a list of positive and negative traits, respondents were more likely to select negative terms.A majority, 52 percent, said "dangerous" describes Trump, while 49 percent said he is "corrupt." Forty-five percent selected "racist" and the same share chose "out-of-touch."Among positive attributes, "bold" was the most commonly selected, with 43 percent saying it describes the president. Smaller shares chose "strong" (36 percent), "intelligent" (32 percent), "effective" (30 percent), "honest" (24 percent), "steady" (18 percent), and "inspiring" (17 percent). The results underscored the nation's partisan divide. While 86 percent of Democrats said Trump is dangerous, only 12 percent of Republicans agreed. Conversely, 76 percent of Republicans described Trump as strong, compared with 6 percent of Democrats.Americans Give Trump Negative Marks on Crime and Other IssuesThe poll found Americans were more likely to disapprove than approve of Trump's handling of several major issues.On crime, 41 percent approved of Trump's performance while 49 percent disapproved, giving him a net approval rating of -8. That represents a sharp decline from the start of his second term, when he held a positive net rating of +12 on the issue.The survey also found deterioration in public perceptions of some of Trump's personal attributes. A majority of respondents, 52 percent, said Trump is too old to be president, while 37 percent disagreed. In December, Americans were evenly divided on the question, with 45 percent saying he was too old and 45 percent saying he was not.Sixty percent said Trump is not honest and trustworthy, while 58 percent said he lacks the temperament to be president. Nearly two-thirds of respondents, 62 percent, said Trump does not care much or at all about people like them.Democrats Lead Republicans in Generic House BallotThe poll also suggested Democrats currently hold an advantage in congressional voting preferences.Among registered voters asked whether they would back an unnamed Democratic or Republican candidate for the House of Representatives, 46 percent chose the Democrat and 41 percent chose the Republican, a Democratic lead of five percentage points.The Democratic advantage on the generic congressional ballot comes as Trump's overall net approval rating sits below the lowest level recorded during his first presidency and below Biden's lowest rating while in office, according to YouGov.Methodology: The Economist/YouGov poll was conducted online between July 17 and July 20, 2026, among a weighted sample of 1,689 U.S. adult citizens drawn from YouGov's opt-in panel. The data were weighted to reflect the U.S. adult population by demographics, voter registration, party identification and past voting behavior. The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.3 percentage points for adults and plus or minus 3.2 percentage points among registered voters.Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Rebecca Flood and Emma Lee-SangUpdate 07/22/26 10:45 a.m. ET: This story was updated with comment from the White House.

Jul 25, 2026
Netflix's New Release: The '80% Sex' Movie Everyone Can't Stop Talking About

Netflix's New Release: The '80% Sex' Movie Everyone Can't Stop Talking About

Netflix subscribers have been left stunned after stumbling across a raunchy movie that is quickly climbing the trending charts. The Brazilian film has taken the streaming platform by storm, leaving viewers shocked by its highly explicit nature. Despite the heavy focus on adult content, many fans insist that the movie is highly entertaining and genuinely worth a watch. This is not the first time a risqué title has gone viral on Netflix. The platform has previously hosted erotic film series that received zero percent on Rotten Tomatoes, as well as controversial series that left viewers deeply uncomfortable. However, this recent release seems to have struck a different chord with its audience, balancing intense intimacy with a storyline that keeps viewers hooked. The movie, titled Burning Betrayal, is based on Sue Hecker's provocative novel, O Lado Bom de Ser Traída, which translates to "The Good Side of Being Betrayed." Set in São Paulo, the plot follows an accountant named Babi, played by Giovanna Lancellotti. After discovering her fiancé's infidelity just before their wedding, Babi embarks on a journey of self-empowerment, joining a bike club, changing her look, and crossing paths with a handsome judge named Marco. Audiences react to the explicit content The film features dozens of highly explicit moments, leading many viewers to compare it to other popular adult dramas like Fifty Shades of Grey and Sex/Life . Audiences have been vocal on social media about the sheer volume of these intimate moments throughout the runtime. One reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes even described the film as "soft porn perfect." The Brazilian film has taken the streaming platform by storm. Credit: Netflix Other viewers shared similar thoughts online regarding the production style and frequency of these scenes. One person commented on social media, "Every second, people are without underwear, no story, nothing except sex." Another viewer wrote, "If you like looking at naked or near naked bodies, of both genders, there are plenty of scenes to choose from. Inevitably all the actors have impeccable physiques and the sex scenes do show some imagination in terms of activities and positioning." They further noted, "It couldn't really have got more explicit without having to be differently categorised." Fans praise the plot and chemistry Despite the constant stream of adult content, the 2023 release has maintained a strong reception, securing an impressive 87 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Many fans admit to watching the film multiple times, finding themselves deeply entertained by the fast-paced narrative and the dynamic between the main characters. One viewer summarized the experience by stating, "Burning Betrayal is 80 per cent sex and 9 per cent plot." Another fan admitted, "Just two people riding motorcycles and having sex. Did I watch it five times? You bet I did." Beyond the provocative elements, several fans appreciated the themes of female empowerment and the overall production quality of the project. One viewer shared, "I loved it, Babi charmed me with her awakening, she got out of a bad relationship and made lemonade out of lemons." The same reviewer added that it was wonderful to see how "women are discovering themselves sexually and talking about sex is not so taboo," noting that "the sex scenes were hot without being vulgar, the quality of Brazilian films is standing out more and more. It leaves nothing to be desired compared to the American ones, I loved it, dreaming of a part 2." Another enthusiastic fan agreed, writing, "What powerful chemistry!!!" They concluded by praising "the impeccable script, the action scenes on two wheels and the suspense that makes the viewer hold their breath... It's so good! I already want to - and will - watch it again!" Featured image credit: Netflix

Jul 25, 2026
Ex-NFL Star's Sudden Deportation Leaves Many Wondering Why

Ex-NFL Star's Sudden Deportation Leaves Many Wondering Why

A former NFL player from Kenya with a criminal record has been removed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Chicago, ICE exclusively told Fox News Digital.Daniel Ogama Adongo, 37, was a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts until 2015 and has been arrested multiple times over the last decade, including a conviction for criminal mischief with damage in 2020.He was sentenced to a year in jail.ICE said Adongo overstayed his visa in 2016 and under the Laken Riley act, signed by President Donald Trump last year, those in the country illegally are required to be detained without bond if convicted of certain crimes.His other arrests include felony intimidation, battery and disorderly conduct, according to officials.In March, Adongo was ordered to be removed by a Department of Justice immigration judge; the order was carried out on June 20. Linebacker Daniel Adongo #56 of the Indianapolis Colts. Getty Images“This dangerous individual was clearly a threat to the community, which is now safer since he’s been removed,” ICE Chicago Assistant Field Office Director Douglas Thompson said in a statement. “Those who violate immigration law are held equally accountable, including former professional athletes.”Adongo came to the U.S. after he was recruited as a rugby player and played two seasons with the Colts from 2013 until 2015. Former NFL player Daniel Ogama Adongo, 37, was removed by ICE agents in Chicago. Getty Images“Since Day One, DHS law enforcement has been delivering on President Trump’s promise to the American people to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens including murderers, rapists, child sex abusers, gang members, and terrorists,” ICE said.It added, “Nearly 70% of ICE arrests are of illegal aliens charged or convicted of a crime in the U.S. More than 3 million illegal aliens are out of the country and counting. Our message is clear: If you come to our country illegally, we will find you, we will arrest you, and we will deport you.”Adongo could not immediately be reached by Fox News Digital for comment.

Jul 25, 2026
Hardcore Music World Shaken: What Happened to Lou Koller?

Hardcore Music World Shaken: What Happened to Lou Koller?

Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of iconic New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died after a battle with esophageal cancer. He was 59.The Queens native’s death was announced Friday by his bandmates, who described Koller as a “beloved friend and an iconic frontman.” “It’s with unbelievable sadness that we announce to our worldwide hardcore family the passing of our brother Lou Koller. The level of loss that we feel at this time is overwhelming,” the band wrote in a statement on Instagram.Lou Koller, the longtime frontman of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died after battling cancer. Redferns via Getty Images“This year would have marked Sick of It All’s 40th anniversary as a band, and Lou’s camaraderie, commitment and enthusiasm were always steadfast throughout the years.“We have lost a beloved friend and an iconic frontman. Lou had the power to raise everyone’s spirits at our shows with a smile and a sarcastic comment, and he won people over wherever we played, from every culture and every corner of the world.”Koller revealed in June 2024 that doctors had found a cancerous tumor in his esophagus extending into his stomach, forcing the band to cancel a European tour while he underwent treatment.Fans and fellow musicians rallied around the singer, raising money for his medical expenses through a benefit concert at Irving Plaza in Manhattan later that year.In May 2025, Koller said he had completed his final round of chemotherapy and had been declared cancer-free. Months later, he revealed the cancer had returned.Queens-born Koller revealed in 2024 that he was battling esophageal cancer after doctors found a tumor. RedfernsThe band also thanked fans who supported Koller during his illness.“At this time of intense grief, we must again acknowledge the great help and support offered by everyone who donated to Lou’s medical fund,” the statement said.“You all helped Lou feel very special and very loved as he battled away these last two years. His battle is over now and he can finally rest. Hopefully he can somehow still see and feel the beautiful, positive mark he left on the world.”Sick of It All perform during the Hellfest Open Air Festival on June 19, 2022 in Clisson, France. RedfernsKoller, who was born and raised in Queens alongside his three brothers, including future bandmate Pete Koller, attended Francis Lewis High School before launching Sick of It All with his younger brother and drummer Armand Majidi in 1986.The singer once credited growing up in the borough with shaping his outlook.“That’s the way we were raised in our neighborhood in Queens. You didn’t go out looking for trouble,” he told Anti-Matter in 2024.“I think it’s funny that, a lot of times, these people who write songs about growing up hard and all that — they make their lives hard.”The band became one of the defining acts in New York hardcore, releasing its debut album “Blood, Sweat and No Tears” in 1989.Sick of It All went on to release 12 studio albums, including 1994’s “Scratch the Surface” and 2018’s “Wake the Sleeping Dragon!” while building an international following through decades of touring.Sick of It All became one of New York hardcore’s most influential bands after forming in Queens in 1986. Getty ImagesIn 2016, Sick of It All celebrated its 30th anniversary with a sold-out hometown show at Webster Hall before closing out the year with three intimate performances in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens, where Koller said fans snapped up tickets in just 15 minutes.“If we can’t sell this out in New York City, we gotta call it quits. Because this is our hometown,” he told the Rockpit at the time.WWE superstar CM Punk was among those who mourned Koller’s death, crediting the band’s 1995 hit “Cloberin’ Time” as inspiration for his entrance motto.“Love you Lou and SOIA,” Punk said. “Thank you for the soundtrack for my life. Sending hugs. Tonight’s “clobberin’ time” is for Lou.” Koller also received admiration across the music landscape. “All our love to the SOIA family and especially the Koller family,” the Dropkick Murphys posted. “Rest In Peace Lou we are so glad to have shared many great memories with you. Always a class act and gentleman. Gone but NEVER FORGOTTEN.”“RIP to the legend,” Rancid rocker Lars Frederiksen said.

Jul 25, 2026