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Republicans Stunned by New Polls—Is Their Midterm Grip Slipping?

Republicans Stunned by New Polls—Is Their Midterm Grip Slipping?

Republicans have been dealt two new polling blows ahead of the 2026 midterms, with surveys from Emerson College and Fox News showing Democrats with large leads on the generic ballot as the November battle for control of Congress approaches.The development comes after several prior polls had suggested tightening races in the past week.Democrats led Republicans by 8 points on the generic ballot in the Fox News poll and 11 points in the Emerson College poll. Republicans currently hold power in both chambers of Congress, but Democrats are hopeful they can flip both the House and Senate this November.Midterms are often viewed as a referendum on the sitting president, and the party in the White House historically suffers losses. President Donald Trump saw Democrats flip 47 House seats in the 2018 midterms during his first term in office.Trump’s approval rating has slipped since his return to the Oval Office as poll respondents cite cost of living as a top concern. In the Emerson poll, for instance, Trump’s approval rating sat at only 39 percent, while 57 percent disapproved of his job performance.Democrats believe the sliding approval gives them an opening to win back swing voters and flip control of both chambers.Despite that optimism, the midterms are expected to remain tight and competitive. Democrats remain unpopular despite their generic ballot advantage, and Republicans are hoping to cast their rivals as too progressive, as the left flank has surged in recent primaries.Natalie Baldassarre, a Republican National Committee spokesperson, told Newsweek the midterm elections present a “clear choice between common sense versus communism in November, and Republicans remain on offense as we highlight President Trump’s achievements and present the facts to the American people.”Newsweek reached out to the Democratic National Committee and Democratic and Republican House campaign arms for comment via email....Two Polls Show Democrats With Large LeadsThe new poll from Emerson College released Thursday reveals Democrats have expanded their share of the generic ballot vote with 53 percent support compared to Republicans’ 42 percent. That 11-point advantage compares to a 10-point lead in June and a 9-point advantage in May. The poll surveyed 1,100 likely voters from July 19 to July 20 and had a margin of error of plus or minus 2.9 percentage points.Democrats had only a 2-point lead in the same survey in December and a 6-point lead in January, according to Emerson data.Fox News’ poll showed Democrats’ support at 53 percent, while 46 percent of respondents said they would cast their ballots for Republicans.That marks an improvement for Democrats compared to April, when they had a 5-point lead, and January, when they had a 6-point lead.The Fox News poll surveyed 1,003 registered voters from July 17 to July 20 and had a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points. It was conducted by Beacon Research and Shaw & Company Research.The polling aggregate on RealClearPolitics on Thursday shows Democrats have expanded their polling lead to 5.2 points from 4.7 points on Monday. For comparison, Democrats had a 7.1 point lead ahead of Trump's first midterms on July 23, 2018, in RCP’s aggregate.What’s Behind Democrats’ Polling Lead? Analysts Weigh InTrump is central to why Democrats are building a polling lead, Raymond La Raja, professor of political science and co-director of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's polling program, told Newsweek.“Voters think he broke a promise about keeping down the cost of living. In fact, he made it worse with tariffs and the Iran war,” he said. “So it’s not really about what the Democrats have done to get the lead, but what the Republicans haven’t done.”Turnout will also be key, he said, noting that some Republicans may simply not show up to the polls in November.“But there is a factor that would temper any wave,” he said. “There are fewer competitive seats today than in 2018. And the Republicans have tried to insulate themselves with gerrymandering. We will see how well that works for them. A big wave could topple even those gerrymandered seats if they didn’t put enough Republican voters into them.”Republican strategist Jeff Burton told Newsweek that midterms are “always difficult for the party in power.”“The polls fluctuate this time of year. When the campaigning really begins, Republicans will be able to tout their accomplishments and show the disarray in the Democratic Party with the Democratic Socialist take over of their party,” he said. “The only thing more unpopular than Republicans right now are Democrats. And that will be made clear to voters come November." Meanwhile, Democratic strategist Emily Suttle-Braun told Newsweek the polling is a result of voters’ economic concerns.“Voters are living through Republican control of the White House, House, and Senate and they are miserable about their bank accounts. Three quarters of voters rate the economy negatively. Inflation is causing real hardship for most Americans and when one party has a monopoly on power and the country feels like this, voters know exactly who to blame,” she said.Prior Polls Showed Tightening RacePrior to those two polls, several recent surveys suggested a tightening race.A poll from The Washington Post and Ipsos found Democrats with only a 3-point lead, with 48 percent to Republicans’ 45 percent. It surveyed 2,092 registered voters from July 8 to July 13 and had a margin of error of plus-or-minus 2.2 points.An RMG Research poll, conducted among 1,000 registered voters from July 13 to July 14, showed Democrats up only 2 points, with 47 percent support to Republicans’ 45 percent. That marks a shift to Republicans from June, when Democrats led by 4 points, and May, when they led by 9 points.La Raja said voters don’t seem to like either party but have no alternatives.“When one party seems to be failing, they choose the other. That’s why Democrats are ahead in polls, even though they are just as unpopular as Republicans. The difference is that those who dislike both parties tell us they are more likely to vote for Democrats,” he said.Democrats’ Chances of Flipping House, Senate in MidtermsOverall, Democrats are favored to retake the House, but the Senate remains an uphill battle, according to polls and forecasters.In prediction markets, Democrats’ chances of flipping the House stood at 82 percent on Kalshi and 86 percent on Polymarket as of Thursday morning.Prediction markets allow traders to buy and sell contracts tied to political outcomes and current events, aggregating real‑money wagers into probability estimates. Prices fluctuate as traders react to polling, fundraising, candidate developments and broader political trends.They measure trader sentiment at a given moment but do not always accurately predict the future.Democrats face tougher odds in the Senate, where Republicans have a 53-47 majority. They must flip four seats but have limited obvious flip opportunities this year.North Carolina, which Trump won by only 3 points in 2024, and Maine, which he lost by 7 points, present Democrats their best opportunities as they also defend seats in Trump-won states Georgia and Michigan.But no other seats are up for grabs that he outright lost or won by single digits, so Democrats must turn to more conservative states like Alaska, Iowa, Ohio and Texas, which he won by double digits, to seize a majority. Polls show the races in those states are close, but all are viewed as uphill climbs for Democrats—though a stronger generic ballot lead could put them in play.Republicans had a 55 percent chance on Kalshi and a 56 percent chance Polymarket of holding onto the Senate as of Thursday.The Cook Political Report classifies the Alaska, Maine, Michigan and Ohio races as tossups.How Have House Elections Gone in Recent Years?Republicans won control of the House in 2024 with less than a 2-point edge in the popular vote. They won 220 seats to the Democrats’ 215. In 2022, the GOP won the popular vote by just under 3 points, securing 222 seats to the Democrats’ 213.In 2018, the last blue wave, Democrats won 235 seats to the Republicans’ 199. They won the popular vote by nearly 9 points.Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Jason Lemon and Geoffrey Rowland

Jul 23, 2026
Why 'Male Lesbians' Are Stirring Up Controversy

Why 'Male Lesbians' Are Stirring Up Controversy

Although there is still a long way to go when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights , in 2026 people are generally able to express themselves, and while they may not adhere to traditional labels, there are now so many out there that one should stick. Many people within the queer community no longer identify as male or female, gay or straight. However, even newer terms such as demi-sexual or pan-sexual are failing to fit some people’s identity, and there is a new label on the block. On social media, the term “Male Lesbians” is taking off as a growing number of people are choosing to identify with a label which at first seems completely contradictory. While there is currently no dictionary definition of what constitutes a male lesbian , the term is disliked among members of the queer community, as a lesbian has always meant females who are attracted to other females. The new term has sparked a debate within the lesbian community According to Kiki Maree, a s*xologist and educator, the meaning of a male lesbian is under a lot of speculation from both inside and outside the community. She told BoredPanda : “There isn’t a single definition or community consensus, which is one of the reasons the term generates so much discussion. “Today, many LGBTQ+ people would say that ‘male lesbian’ is not a standard or widely accepted identity, as lesbian is commonly understood to refer to someone who is not a man and who is primarily or exclusively attracted to women or other non-men.” However, for people who do not fit into binary gender identities, it is a label that expresses both s*xuality and gender. Male Lesbians is becoming a popular term on social media. Credit: Vladimir Vladimirov / Getty Male Lesbian is most commonly used by trans men The controversial term is most commonly used by “transgender men, transmasculine people, or some non-binary individuals who identify and live as male or masculine but who identify as lesbian,” according to a LGBTQ+ and gender studies expert. The expert also revealed that some trans people chose to keep the label throughout and after their transition “usually because of [their] attraction to women and/or because lesbian describes a community, history, or way of relating that might predate [their] transition.” They added: “Within trans communities, it’s largely understood as a self-descriptive term. “Yet, some lesbians push back on any man, trans or cis, using the label because they see it as blurring a category that takes work to defend.” In a video explaining why they use the term, a TikTok user said: “When I tell people that I am a lesbian trans man, one of the most common arguments I get against my identity is that if I was just trans masculine, or just non-binary, that would okay, but being a trans man is too far.” Interestingly, they added that although they are a trans man , they still do not fit into a binary gender label, making them non-binary too. Which is why they say: “I view lesbian as part of my gender, lesbian is a part of my gender experience, like lesbian exists in the depths of my soul, it’s way more than just a s*xuality for me.” Featured image credit: Vladimir Vladimirov / Getty

Jul 23, 2026
Orcas Unleash Unseen Fury on Giant Sunfish, Caught on Camera

Orcas Unleash Unseen Fury on Giant Sunfish, Caught on Camera

An iconic marine predator has been caught on camera demonstrating a curious way to play with their prey. Scientists have captured orcas, fittingly known as killer whales, engaging in some macabre behavior. Researchers filmed an orca slamming into a fish with such force that the creature was confetti-ed into thousands of tiny pieces. The victim was no dainty underwater creature but a 2-tonne sunfish, among the largest and heaviest fish in the sea.In the footage, a female orca ‘tees up’ a dead sunfish for a male to eviscerate. Kathryn Ayres / SWNSIn the footage, marine biologist Dr Kathryn Ayres, a scientist at Beneath The Waves, in the Gulf of California, watches as a female orca holds onto the tail fin of a recently killed sunfish.The female holds the fish steady, kind of teeing it up if you will, then a male orca speeds up and smashes the fish to bits. Ayres can be heard shouting “oh, my god” and a string of expletives as she floats among the fish debris. Orcas have been spotted pulverizing sunfish in the Gulf of California on two occasions: in 2024 and 2025.In both instances, the fish was dead before impact, suggesting the move is less of a death blow and more of a final processing technique.Ayres observed that post-explosion, the adult orcas focused on what was left of the body while the juveniles in the group started snacking on the death debris. The victim was no dainty underwater creature but a two-ton sunfish, among the largest and heaviest fish in the sea. Kathryn Ayres / SWNS‘”Orcas often tear apart prey and share it with other members of the group, including calves and juveniles,” said Ayres, suggesting the blown-to-bits technique is akin to a human cutting their kids’ chicken into bite-sized pieces. Pulverization could also help tenderize the meat and make nutrients more accessible. Sunfish are covered with a capsule, a thick, rubbery layer with a unique microbiome. Scientists speculate that smashing the fish could disperse microbiome nutrients into the water, making them more absorbable for orcas. There’s also a third, more sinister explanation: the behavior, according to Ayres, could ‘just be for fun.’She notes that orcas are known for playing with their prey, be it ganging up to drown juvenile blue whales, punting seals into the air, wearing salmon carcasses as hats or smashing sunfish to pieces. Orcas are known for playing with their prey, be it ganging up to drown juvenile blue whales, punting dead seals into the air or smashing sunfish to pieces. APWhile some believe these dark pursuits could be a way for orcas to teach their offspring hunting techniques, others maintain that killer whales get their kicks from battering their lessers.Orcas are also known to find fun in ramming and sinking boats, making out with each other and offering animal sacrifices to humans. Ayres is interested in collecting more high-quality footage that would allow individual orcas to be identified and their behaviors tracked. “Collecting good identification photographs whenever possible is key: we are still seeing new techniques of how orcas hunt and process their prey,” she said. Earlier this week, a massive and potentially legendary orca was spotted cruising off the coast of Montauk in what could be the first sighting off Long Island in decades.The beast — possibly the famous Old Thom whale known for patrolling the waters off Cape Cod — shocked sailors by sticking its 7-foot dorsal fin above the surface and shooting a spout of seawater from its blowhole.One of the last known sightings of an orca off Long Island was in 1986, and a killer whale reportedly sank a fishing boat off the coast in 1958 after the fisherman struck it with a harpoon.

Jul 23, 2026
Queens Road Rage: What Drove a Man to Attack with a Meat Cleaver?

Queens Road Rage: What Drove a Man to Attack with a Meat Cleaver?

A meat cleaver-wielding maniac slashed a man in the head and body during a fit of road-rage fury in Queens early Thursday, cops and sources said.The 47-year-old victim was driving when he got into a collision with another motorist around 5:30 a.m. at 126th Street and 26th Avenue in College Point, law enforcement sources said.The other driver, behind the wheel of a Toyota, became enraged and stabbed the victim in the back of the head, left arm and chest with the serrated weapon, according to authorities and sources.The meat cleaver that was used to hack a man in Queens during a road rage incident early Thursday morning. WABCNYPD officers investigating the scene of the road-rage attack in College Point. WABCThe suspect allegedly pulled out the meat cleaver after getting into a collision with the victim. WABCThe victim was taken to NewYork Presbyterian-Queens Hospital, where he is expected to survive, police said.The attacker fled the scene and had not been caught hours later, cops said.What do you think? Post a comment.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Jul 23, 2026
Why This Man Chose a Floating Home Over Land

Why This Man Chose a Floating Home Over Land

As house prices continue rise, one California man has taken drastic action and leased a residence on a cruise ship that isn’t ready to set sail yet. Austin Wells, a 28-year-old from San Diego, revealed to CNBC that he spent $300,000 on 237 square feet for a 12-year lease onboard the mega cruise ship, the MV Narrative. Wells says he is excited at the thought of his new lifestyle, revealing: “This is probably the first time ever that there is even the ability to have a standard job and even consider working and living from a floating apartment complex.” Take a closer look at the MV Narrative: The San Diego native plans on spending three years of his 12-year lease working remotely and living onboard the vessel as it travels the globe. Wells - who works for Meta's virtual reality department - won’t be alone though, with the ship boasting 500 residencies. He's have plenty of desirable amenities. The MV Narrative will give him access to a private gym, a farmer’s market, a cinema, and a swimming pool. With the hopes of amassing 1,000 residents, the cruise ship will also feature a school and a library. "Most people [...] will be out in the local cities and doing day trips and overnight trips, hiring a car and going out for three or four days and meeting the ship at its next destination," Wells told CNBC. In fact, the ship is hoping to visit locations such as Slovenia, Albania, Croatia, Greece, and even the Arctic Circle. Those behind the MV Narrative, Alister Punton and Shannon Lee, say that the concept of cruise living came from them "wanting to offer more affordable apartments for life at sea." Living in San Diego can be expensive. Credit: Alan Crosthwaite / Alamy According to RentCafe , the average monthly rent in San Diego is $2,916. By living on the MV Narrative, Wells is saving nearly $1,000 with his floating apartment, which will cost him $2,000 per month for the lease. Some of us can only dream of quitting our jobs and saying to the boss in Bilbo Baggins fashion, ‘I’m going on an adventure.’ But Wells insists he’s found the perfect set-up where he doesn’t have to hand in his notice. “The thing that most excites me is I don’t have to upend my daily routine, in order to go see the world,” he said. “My working hours will be shifted towards evenings, nights, and very early mornings, but that does open up the ability for me to see a city midday to afternoon.” I hope that leaves Austin enough time for a game of shuffleboard. Featured image credit: StorylinesAtSea

Jul 23, 2026
Jack Smith's Testimony Under Fire: The Unexpected Twist

Jack Smith's Testimony Under Fire: The Unexpected Twist

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan has referred former special counsel Jack Smith to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential prosecution, accusing Smith of making false statements during his testimony before Congress.In a letter to acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday, Jordan, a Republican, argued that newly released DOJ records contradict Smith's previous assertions regarding his office's access to communications involving members of Congress during the former DOJ special counsel's investigations of President Donald Trump.Jordan asked the DOJ to evaluate whether Smith's testimony violated federal laws governing false statements.A DOJ spokesperson told Newsweek: "The Department can confirm receipt of the criminal referral from the House Judiciary Committee and will investigate all evidence of criminal conduct.""Justice at last???" President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social early Thursday, alongside a link to a news article about Jordan's letter.Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about his investigations into President Donald Trump, in Washington, ...What To KnowThe referral follows Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, also a Republican, alleging to have records that he says show Smith's investigative team accessed text messages involving 44 members of Congress, including himself."I received records frm [sic] DOJ confirming Jack Smith's investigative team reviewed the contents of text msgs sent by 44 MEMBERS OF CONGRESS Im 1 of the 44 Im alerting my colleagues who were impacted and will release the records w Sen Johnson so American ppl can see the evidence," Grassley said on X earlier this month.Jordan says that according to those records, investigators allegedly reviewed some communications before they underwent a standard "filter team" review designed to protect privileged material. Republicans contend those documents conflict with Smith's testimony that "gave the impression" neither he nor his team had access to lawmakers' privileged text messages."This referral deliberately distorts and misstates the facts, including what questions the Republicans actually asked at Mr. Smith's interview. The Republicans fault Mr. Smith for not reading the minds of congressional investigators and for not volunteering information they didn't ask for. This is absurd. Mr. Smith may be telegenic but he is not telepathic," Democrat Jamie Raskin, ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee, said in a statement, according to Fox News.Is a DOJ Referral a Criminal Charge?A congressional criminal referral does not result in charges by itself. Instead, it asks the DOJ to determine whether an investigation or prosecution is warranted.It remains unclear whether the DOJ will pursue the allegations against Smith, who has consistently defended his work as special counsel and maintained that his investigations into Trump were conducted in accordance with the law.Former Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg told Newsweek on Wednesday night that "This is performative politics masquerading as legal oversight, and it carries no direct legal weight. A congressional referral is simply a partisan suggestion, not a criminal charge. The Justice Department could open an inquiry to appease the President, but this is not a legitimate criminal matter. Instead, it’s a transparent attempt to misuse House committee oversight for political retaliation."Read Jordan's Letter to Todd Blanche Update 07/23/2026 8.45 a.m. ET: This article was updated with a statement from the DOJ.Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Edward T. Cummins.

Jul 23, 2026
House Moves to Limit Trump's Iran War Powers: What Does This Mean?

House Moves to Limit Trump's Iran War Powers: What Does This Mean?

WASHINGTON — The House voted Thursday to curtail President Trump’s ability to wage war with Iran in one of the last roll calls before lawmakers broke for a five-week recess.The lower chamber adopted the so-called war powers resolution demanding Trump wind down the military campaign against the Islamic Republic by a 214-208 vote.Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.), Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), Warren Davidson ( R-Ohio), and Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) joined all 210 Democrats in backing the measure, the second war powers resolution to pass the chamber in recent months.President Trump speaks in Marietta, Georgia on July 22, 2026. AP Photo/Julia Demaree NikhinsonThe vote follows the deaths of four American service members in attacks by Iran over the weekend and came amid fears that the Pentagon is burning through cash and needs more resources from Congress to keep up the war effort. The largely symbolic resolution, which was introduced by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), puts Republicans on the spot before they go home to their districts for the next several weeks and campaign for the midterms. The measure called for Trump “to remove the use of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran or any part of its government or military, including potential ground forces in a combat role or used for occupation.”Some Republican lawmakers have publicly signaled anxiety that the war in Iran could pose a serious liability for the GOP in the Nov. 3 elections.CENTCOM released a video showing US forces launching precision strikes in Iran in an undisclosed location. US Central Command (CENTCOM)/AFP via Getty Images”We got to wrap it up,” House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) admitted at a press conference this week. The Trump administration had negotiated a preliminary memorandum of understanding with Iran to cease hostilities last month, but that collapsed after Tehran continued carrying out attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, which drew a military response from the US. Wednesday evening marked the 12th straight night of US bombings in Iran. Trump notified Congress on July 10 about renewed military action against Iran after the cease-fire collapsed. Getty ImagesUnder the War Powers Act of 1973, presidents are restricted from carrying out military actions abroad for more than 60 days without congressional consent. The law makes room for an additional 30-day extension and requires the president to notify Congress about such actions. The War Powers Act’s constitutionality is untested and disputed by the administration.Trump notified Congress on July 10 about renewed military action against Iran after the cease-fire collapsed.

Jul 23, 2026
Matt Damon Breaks Family Rule for Epic Movie Role—What Made Him Do It?

Matt Damon Breaks Family Rule for Epic Movie Role—What Made Him Do It?

Matt Damon has revealed that filming Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey forced him to break a major "non-negotiable" family rule for the first time. The 55-year-old admitted his wife and children agreed to make a rare exception while he filmed the epic action fantasy film, despite the project keeping him away from home for far longer than they normally allow. "It just took more, and it took more out of our family, and they had to, you know, we've always had a two-week rule. This was the first time that we ever had to violate it," Damon said during an interview on TODAY on July 14. Matt Damon stars in The Odyssey. Credit: Jamie McCarthy / Getty The Academy-winning star previously explained to The Guardian in 2012 that the family's "two-week rule" means they "can't be apart as a family for longer" than that period. But shooting The Odyssey pushed beyond that limit. "There was like stretches of like three and a half weeks, and we were just away from each other," he said, describing the production as a "big sacrifice" for his family. "It was hard on us, and I'm so proud of the movie, but I'm so proud of them for really encouraging me," he continued. "I feel like my whole professional life built up to this experience, and they really were really on board with me doing it, and I love them for that." Damon shares daughters Isabella, 20, Gia, 17, and Stella, 15, with wife Luciana Barroso. He is also stepfather to Alexia, Barroso's daughter from a previous relationship. Matt Damon and wife Luciana Barroso have three daughters together: Isabella, 20, Gia, 17, and Stella, 15. Credit: Roy Rochlin / Getty The biggest challenge of his career Damon has described the film as the most demanding project he has ever taken on. Speaking to Willie Geist on Sunday Sitdown, he called the Nolan blockbuster the "capstone" of his career. "(It's) definitely the hardest movie I've ever done, just because it was so ambitious," he said. "I've been just an incredibly lucky man, and that's how I felt on the set, every day, of this movie." The film, based on Homer's epic poem, stars Damon as Odysseus, the Greek hero who endures a difficult 10-year journey home to Ithaca and his wife Penelope, played by Anne Hathaway , after the Trojan War. The star-studded cast also includes Charlize Theron , Robert Pattinson , Tom Holland, Zendaya , Lupita Nyong'o, Jon Bernthal, John Leguizamo and Samantha Morton. The Odyssey has been hailed as Nolan’s best film to date. Credit: Mike Coppola / Getty Action scenes came with a painful price While the Good Will Hunting star was grateful for the opportunity, he admitted the physical demands of filming were relentless. In an interview with Andy Cohen on Radio Andy, he joked that much of the cast was battling aches rather than feeling like action heroes. "A lot of us are middle-aged people and what we got was back pain," he said , adding that running across the stone sets while wearing sandals quickly took its toll. "Oh my God, running through Troy, like, you know, it's all stone," he continued. "You're in these sandals and they're very real. Our feet were all scuffed up." Damon said the sore backs proved even worse than the cuts and scrapes. "It was a heavy Advil movie in those weeks when we were doing all that action stuff," he added. The Odyssey was released in theatres on July 17 and has already earned praise from critics, with some describing it as Nolan's finest film to date. The movie also set a new record as the director's biggest box office debut, taking in $264 million, according to Universal Pictures. Featured image credit: Jamie McCarthy / Getty

Jul 23, 2026
Tragic Turn at Jersey Shore: What Happened to This Family?

Tragic Turn at Jersey Shore: What Happened to This Family?

A New Jersey couple lost their only two children in a horrific boating accident during an outing the youngsters were on with their grandparents at the Jersey Shore, according to reports.Sigmund and Jennifer Golabek lost their daughter Mya, 9, and son Sigmund, 7, after the family’s boat crashed into a channel marker in Barnegat Bay off Berkeley Township on Sunday night, sending the children flying into the water, the Daily Mail reported.Mya and Sigmund Golabek were killed in a tragic boat crash, according to reports. Facebook / Jennifer Cisecki GolabekThe family’s boat struck a channel marker in the Berkeley Township Bay Area. 6abc PhiladelphiaThe children’s grandfather, Steven Schneider, 63, who officials said was driving the 30-foot boat, and grandmother, Laurie Schneider, 64, found the children, but they were unresponsive and later pronounced dead despite lifesaving efforts.The siblings were remembered by their family as “sweet” and “active” children who loved each other and their family.“A sibling bond is a love that lasts forever. Mya and Siggy were not only brother and sister, but best friends who shared laughter, adventures, and countless memories,” each of the children’s obituaries reads.“Now they continue their journey together, hand in hand, carrying their love beyond this world and leaving behind a beautiful reminder of the unbreakable bond they shared.”Mya was remembered as “a sweet, fun-loving girl” who “shined in everything she did” in her tear-jerking obituary. “Mya’s beautiful smile, kind heart, and joyful personality made her someone truly special,” the obituary continued. “She had a way of bringing happiness wherever she went and making those around her feel loved.”The obituary also noted her love of “swimming, spending time at the beach, and crabbing on summer days and nights.”The children were unresponsive and later pronounced dead despite lifesaving measures. Facebook / Jennifer Cisecki GolabekSigmund, or “Siggy” as he was affectionately known, was a “shy, but adventurous little boy with a big imagination and a personality all his own,” according to his obituary. “He loved the excitement of basketball, baseball, the fun of swimming, and the adventures that came from the things he loved most.” “Although Siggy’s time here was much too short, the love he gave and the memories he created will remain forever.”The channel marker was fully functioning and its lights were working when the boat struck into it around 9 p.m., Berkeley Councilman James Byrnes told News 12 New Jersey.“The firemen jumped right in” to try to save them, Byrnes told the outlet. “The one child had a life jacket next to him.”The tragedy remains under investigation and no charges have been filed as of Thursday.The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and Ocean County Medical Examiner did not immediately respond to The Post’s request for comment. NJ State Police did not comment on the children’s identities.

Jul 23, 2026
Shocking Twist in Nolan Wells Case: What Wasn't Revealed About His Final Moments

Shocking Twist in Nolan Wells Case: What Wasn't Revealed About His Final Moments

The United Cajun Navy has set the record straight and confirmed that Nolan Wells was not fully clothed when the missing teen’s body was found in the water in Mississippi.During a Wednesday press conference announcing preliminary results from an independent autopsy into the death of the football player, civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump told the national media that Wells’ body was found “fully clothed” on Horn Island – despite Wells being seen that day wearing only swimming trunks.The mistake appears to have spiraled from an interview on Monday’s “Nancy Grace Show,” when the host interviewed Todd Terrell, founder and president of the volunteer-led disaster relief organization, United Cajun Navy.Nolan Wells went missing while on a boating trip with friends on the 4th of July. Facebook/Christine Wonsley“As I recall, Todd Terrell, Nolan was face down, still fully clothed, on the beach. Is that correct?” Grace asked Terrell.“Yes, that is correct. He was face down,” Terrell responded, later adding: “When we say he was found fully clothed on the beach, it was in the same vicinity of where he possibly drowned.”Terrell has since said he should have corrected Grace when she said the body was “fully clothed,” adding that he was caught off guard after picking up the phone only three minutes before the show went on air.“I just agreed with her because the body was clothed. Maybe I should have corrected her,” he told the Sun Herald.Findings from Nolan Wells’ independent autopsy. RAM Consulting LLCTerrell said a Cajun Navy pilot was in the air when they spotted Wells’ body, and saw he was wearing swim trunks, like most other males on the island.“He was clothed, meaning he had his shorts on, from what we could see,” Terrell said, adding that Wells was wearing blue swim trunks, the same that he was pictured wearing earlier in the day.Here’s the latest on the disappearance and death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells: What we still don’t know from Nolan Wells’ autopsy results — and if findings point to foul play: ex-ME Nolan Wells was gruesomely missing body part during independent autopsy, pathologist’s report shows Nolan Wells had been drinking alcohol but seemed ‘fine’ on day he vanished, ‘best friend’ says Nolan Wells’ preliminary autopsy results released after teen vanished on Fourth of July trip — sparking even more questions The United Cajun Navy — set up in the wake of Hurricane Katrina to support those affected — posted a clip of a follow-up interview with Grace clarifying that Wells was only wearing trunks, along with a statement.“Recent media reports have stated that Nolan Wells was found ‘fully clothed.’ That statement is not consistent with what the United Cajun Navy search team observed,” read the Wednesday post.The Vice President of the United Cajun Navy, Brian Trascher United Cajun Navy / Facebook“Nolan was found face down wearing only swim trunks. The United Cajun Navy has never stated that Nolan was recovered fully clothed, and it’s important that the facts surrounding this case are reported accurately,” the statement continued.“Facts matter. Families deserve the truth.”Representatives for Benjamin Crump did not respond immediately to requests for comment.Wells, 18, had been on a Fourth of July boating trip with friends to Horn Island, Mississippi, before he disappeared. His body was found two days later in the water off the island. Well’s body was located on the northwest end of Horn Island on July 6, 2026. United Cajun NavyAn independent autopsy listed Wells’ cause and manner of death as undetermined pending investigation, with the date of death also unknown.The college football player had a 12-by-8-inch red discoloration to the back of his head, according to the autopsy performed by Dr. Roger Mitchell, President of the National Medical Association.The red discoloration in the soft tissue of the back of Wells’ head may indicate head trauma — however, decomposition and a lack of associated injuries meant the findings were inconclusive, the report states.Police have said that nothing yet points to foul play and suspect Wells likely drowned.

Jul 23, 2026
Chilling Discovery: Missing Supermarket Worker Found in Unthinkable Place After a Decade

Chilling Discovery: Missing Supermarket Worker Found in Unthinkable Place After a Decade

In 2009, a 25-year-old supermarket worker named Larry Ely Murillo-Moncada vanished during a blistering snowstorm in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He left his family home barefoot and hallucinating after reportedly arguing with his parents. His worried mother and father immediately alerted the authorities, sparking a search that would ultimately turn up no clues for a decade. The disappearance quickly went cold as loved ones scrambled for answers. For years, his family struggled to comprehend how a young man could vanish without a single trace into the winter night. The devastating truth finally came to light in 2019 during the decommissioning of the No Frills supermarket where Murillo-Moncada had been employed. Workers removing the large commercial appliances made a horrifying discovery. Human remains were wedged upside down in an 18-inch gap located behind one of the store's 12-foot freezers. Larry Ely Murillo-Moncada vanished in 2009. Credit: Council Bluffs Police Department A shocking discovery inside the store DNA testing later confirmed that the remains belonged to the missing worker. Shockingly, the No Frills supermarket had remained open to the public until 2016. This meant that customers had been shopping just inches away from the man's decomposing body for roughly seven years without anyone realizing he was there. Investigators examined the remains and found no signs of trauma. Authorities concluded that the tragic incident was entirely accidental. They believe Murillo-Moncada entered the store after fleeing his home, climbed on top of the coolers, and accidentally fell into the narrow gap where he became trapped. The family speaks out after years of silence The discovery provided a grim resolution for the parents, who had spent ten years wondering about their son's fate. His father, Victor Murillo, spoke about the intense grief and the sudden shock of learning what had actually happened to his son inside the very store where he worked. Murillo-Moncada's father Victor Murillo. Credit: KETV "We went out to find him, my wife and I," Murillo told local US news outlet KETV after the discovery was made. "Another friend came to help me. We got up early and couldn’t find anything. It felt like the earth had swallowed him whole." The psychological toll of the decades-long mystery weighed heavily on the family as they processed the bizarre and tragic location of his entrapment. "Our heads are spinning, finding this out after so many years, and it is distressing. It makes us feel a lot of pain," Murillo added. Why the cries for help went unheard Many wondered how someone could remain trapped behind a freezer in a busy grocery store without anyone noticing. Police explained that the loud operational sounds of the supermarket equipment actively concealed the tragedy. The constant drone of the compressor units made it impossible for anyone to hear cries for assistance. "It's so loud there's probably no way anyone heard him," Sergeant Brandon Danielson told the BBC . Danielson, who was assigned to the initial missing person case back in 2009, noted the unprecedented nature of the containment. "We have missing persons all the time, but this is just unique," he stated. Featured image credit: Council Bluffs Police Department

Jul 23, 2026
Ed Harris' Shocking Return to 'Dutton Ranch' After Dramatic Exit Threats

Ed Harris' Shocking Return to 'Dutton Ranch' After Dramatic Exit Threats

Ed Harris will reportedly return to “Dutton Ranch” for its second season. The “Apollo 13” actor has “already has been picked up” for Season 2 of the popular “Yellowstone” spinoff series, sources told Deadline.The second season is expected to begin production Jan. 15 and, per the outlet, is currently being written with the actor being “kept in the loop.”Page Six has reached out to Paramount+ regarding Harris’ reported return.Ed Harris, seen above with Kelly Reilly on “Dutton Ranch,” will reportedly return for the show’s second season. Emerson Miller/Paramount+The actor, pictured here in Season 1, is said to be “in the loop” on the second season, per Deadline. Emerson Miller/Paramount+The “Top Gun: Maverick” actor, 75, previously divulged he’d had a bad experience filming the show’s first season — and even threatened to step away.“Midway through this first season, I was ready to go; I said, ‘Get me the f–k out of here,’ to tell you the truth,” Harris told Variety at the Los Angeles “Dink” premiere Monday. “Because I didn’t feel like I was being used.”The four-time Oscar nominee added that he felt “a little bit misled” about his character, Vietnam veteran and veterinarian Everett McKinney.“Prior to signing on for it, I was talked to quite a bit about what the season was, and what my character was going to do, and that I was one of the four main characters. And that wasn’t really the case,” he explained.Harris recalled telling producers he was “feeling underused and inconsequential.”Harris, shown here with co-star Annette Bening, previously said he felt “underused and inconsequential” on the series. Emerson Miller/Paramount+The actor, seen above in the series, told Variety on Monday he considered quitting and breaking his contract. Emerson Miller/Paramount+The “Truman Show” actor also claimed a scene was deleted from one of the initial episodes, which he said “really pissed [him] off.”“One of the things they told me before I signed on, they said, ‘Hey you get to sing.’ You’re in the bar, right? So there’s a scene in there… I’m talking to Kelly [Reilly] at the bar and Cole [Hauser] comes in and says ‘OK, Everett. C’mon, it’s your turn.’ I walk up to the mic and they cut it. They cut the song out.”Harris told the outlet the show deemed the scene “too up for the dark ending of that episode,” and — to him — that “was reason enough to say, ‘I’m voiding my contract.'”“I [was like], ‘F–k you people,'” he added. “That’s all I’ve got to say.'”Harris, pictured here in 2022, said he felt “misled” about his character, Vietnam veteran and veterinarian Everett McKinney. GC ImagesSeason 2 is set to begin production on Jan. 15. Harris is shown here in a still from Season 1. Emerson Miller/Paramount+Ultimately, Harris admitted he was satisfied with the final product, saying it was “pretty good” when he watched it.“I felt fine about what I did in it, and it seemed like I was relatively important to the story, but the doing of it did not feel that way,” he added.“Dutton Ranch” — which also stars Reilly, Hauser, Annette Bening, Jai Courtney and Finn Little, among others — premiered May 15 on Paramount+ and aired its finale July 3.The streamer renewed the Taylor Sheridan series for a second season on June 24, lauding its status as the biggest original series launch in Paramount+ history. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 23, 2026