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A recent study from the University of California, San Francisco, indicates that pre-teens with greater exposure to certain types of tech use could be at a higher risk of developing manic symptoms.Published in the journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, the study analyzed a nationwide sample of 9,243 children in the U.S. between 10 and 11 years old.Young people who spent more time engaged with social media, texting, videos and video games were more likely to have "inflated self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, distractibility, rapid speech, racing thoughts and impulsivity — behaviors characteristic of manic episodes, a key feature of

"Real Time" host Bill Maher took a swipe at Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Tx., widely seen as a rising star in the Democratic Party, for talking like a "podcaster" instead of a political leader. Crockett went viral this week for comments she made bashing President Trump's address to Congress."This is not America. This is a terrible nightmare. Somebody slap me and wake me the f--- up because I'm ready to get on with it," Crockett said. REP. JASMINE CROCKETT CALLS PRESIDENT TRUMP AN ‘ENEMY OF THE UNITED STATES'Those comments didn't sit well with Maher. "And here's Jasmine Crockett, who is, I thought, a big

Pope Francis has apparently shown "slight improvement" and is responding well to ongoing oxygen therapy, according to a statement from the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff has been in the hospital since Feb. 14, when he was admitted for respiratory issues that were later found to be bilateral pneumonia.Doctors are keeping the pope’s prognosis under wraps as they continue to evaluate his condition.On Thursday, the pope recorded a message thanking those who had been praying for his recovery. The recording was "clearly an effort for him," Vatican sources said, pointing out that the noise from the pope’s oxygen machine could be heard

Several Republican senators have taken issue with the American Bar Association (ABA) and are calling for President Donald Trump to take drastic action against the group. In a letter to ABA President William Bay, lawmakers said the group, which plays a key role in judicial nominations, had become "biased and ideologically captured." Now, those lawmakers want President Trump to "remove the ABA from the judicial nomination process entirely."Sen. Eric Schmitt, Sen. Ted Cruz, Sen. Marsha Blackburn, Sen. Josh Hawley, Sen. Bernie Moreno and Sen. Mike Lee are also calling on their fellow senators to "disregard the ABA’s recommendations."BONDI WARNS THREE

Talk about putting your best foot forward.A woman recovering from surgery celebrated her birthday by slicing off the bunion on an 18-inch cake shaped like a foot, complete with ankle bracelet and surgical tools and made for her as a surprise by a friend. (See the video at the top of this article.)Claudia Shead, 28, had surgery on her right foot five weeks before her birthday and had previously joked about wanting a "bunion cake" to mark the occasion, news agency SWNS reported.RECIPE FOR DEVIL'S FOOD CAKE HAS IMPORTANT FAMILY CONNECTION FOR CHEFOne family friend delivered on the desire, much

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic became the first player in NBA history to record a 30-20-20 triple-double in Friday night’s thrilling overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns. And his reaction to the historic feat was exactly what Jokic fans would expect to hear from the Serbian basketball player."It’s not supposed go that way," Jokic said. "I was talking to (Aaron Gordon), and he said to me, ‘That was a quiet 30 points.’ I didn’t do anything special, just seemed like everyone was in flow."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMJokic told SportsCenter separately after the game that he’ll be able to

IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- How AI can help Trump and DOGE cut waste, CEO explains- Taco Bell shows off AI 'coach' following massive digital tech investment- Tax scam alert: How to protect yourself and your tax refundTARGETING WASTE: Albert Invent CEO Nick Talken shared how his artificial intelligence platform saves thousands of scientists time and money on "Mornings with Maria," saying government can also benefit from the technology.GRAB A 'BYTE': It was a big week for Yum Brands' Taco Bell as executives from the fast-food giant held its annual Live Más LIVE event in New York City, showcased new labor-saving technology,

Michigan autoworker Joseph Knowles, a guest at President Donald Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress, explained why he "made a damn good choice" switching from being a lifelong Democrat to a Republican.During Trump's address on Tuesday, when he honored a 13-year-old brain cancer survivor and the mother of a 12-year-old girl who was murdered, allegedly by illegal migrants, most Democrats remained seated. Some protested the address by holding signs that read "FALSE," "NO king!" and "MUSK STEALS.""I'm very disappointed in the Democrats on how they handled things," Knowles told "America Reports." "And you know what? I feel like

Chinese robotics company Zhongqing Robotics, also known as EngineAI, has officially entered the humanoid robotics scene by releasing a video showcasing what it claims is the world's first humanoid robot front flip. Robot backflips are becoming commonplace, but a front flip is significantly more difficult than a backflip, as any gymnast can attest.The challenge for robots attempting a front flip lies in maintaining balance and control throughout the rotation. GET EXPERT SECURITY ALERTS, MUST-KNOW TECH TIPS, AND THE LATEST DIGITAL TRENDS — STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX. SIGN UP FOR KURT’S THE CYBERGUY REPORT NOW.Unlike humans, robots rely on precise sensor data and motor

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican, signaled that he wants to repeal the red flag law in the Sunshine State, arguing that it infringes on gun owners' Second Amendment rights.The governor made his intentions known during Tuesday's State of the State Address.The state's red flag law was signed by then-Gov. Rick Scott, a Republican who is now a U.S. senator, in the aftermath of the Feb. 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland in which 17 people were killed.RON DESANTIS CHIRPS AT CANADA'S 'BOYCOTT' OF FLORIDA, COUNTRY'S STANLEY CUP DROUGHTThe legislation allows law enforcement to seek

A shooting Friday at a pub in Toronto, Canada, left a dozen people wounded, as police continue to search for the suspect.Toronto Police responded at about 10:40 p.m. to the shooting in the area of Progress Avenue and Corporate Drive in eastern Toronto. The shooting happened near Scarborough Town Centre.There were reports of gunfire and an active shooting inside a Scarborough pub, Toronto Fire Services said, according to CBC.ONE POLICE OFFICER KILLED, ANOTHER INJURED IN NEWARK, NEW JERSEY SHOOTINGThe 12 victims were transported to a hospital for treatment. Police said four of the victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries but the extent of

The U.S. Department of Agriculture canceled a grant worth $600,000 for the study of menstrual cycles in transgender men, Secretary Brooke Rollins said Friday.The Southern University Agricultural & Mechanical College in Louisiana was the recipient of the grant, according to a database on USAspending.gov."The first occurrence of menstruation occurs at approximately 12 years of age and ends with menopause at roughly 51 years of age," the grant description reads. "A woman will have a monthly menstrual cycle for about 40 years of her life, averaging to about 450 periods over the course of her lifetime."FEDERAL DEPARTMENT SLASHES MILLIONS IN CONTRACTS,

President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social Friday that he had appointed a number of new ambassadors.Trump announced Amer Ghalib will serve as the U.S. ambassador to Kuwait. "As the Mayor of the City of Hamtramck, Michigan, Amer worked hard to help us secure a Historic Victory in Michigan," Trump wrote.NEW BOOK DETAILS SECURITY LAPSES AHEAD OF TRUMP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT: 'CLEAR THERE WAS A PROBLEM'Ghalib earned a medical degree from the Ross University School of Medicine and continues to serve his community as a proud healthcare professional. "I know he will make our Country proud in this new role. Congratulations Amer," Trump

One police officer has been killed and another was injured in a shooting Friday night in Newark, New Jersey, according to reports.The shooting happened just after 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Carteret Street and Broadway.Both officers were taken to University Hospital, where one was pronounced dead, FOX 5 NY reported.The injured officer is in critical condition, according to a Facebook post from the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association.One suspect was shot at the scene and a handgun was recovered, according to FOX 5.HERO POLICE OFFICER RESCUES UNCONSCIOUS DRIVER FROM BLAZING WRECKAGENew Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy wrote in a

An illegal immigrant who once served as an aide to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., has reportedly self-deported to Colombia, praising the "freedom of movement" in the South American nation after working in Congress despite being in the country illegally.  Diego de la Vega was born in Ecuador and immigrated to the United States as a 7-year-old in 2001 on a visitor’s visa that he overstayed, Migrant Insider reported. The news raises thorny questions about his employment status for the Queens-based congresswoman."It’s bittersweet. I hadn’t left the country in 23 years — from age seven to age 30," de la Vega told

A South Carolina man convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend's parents with a baseball bat in 2001 was executed by firing squad early Friday evening – a method used for the first time in 15 years in the U.S.Brad Sigmon, 67, was pronounced dead at 6:08 p.m. after being shot by three volunteer prison employees at the Broad River Correctional Institution in Columbia, according to the Associated Press.Sigmon, who previously admitted to killing the couple because his ex-girlfriend refused to get back to him, was blindfolded and strapped to a chair with a target on his chest.TEXAS DEATH ROW INMATE MOUTHS

The standoff between six-time Pro Bowler Myles Garrett and the Cleveland Browns reached new heights this week as reports surfaced about a meeting that ultimately did not happen. Last month, the star pass rusher recently informed the Browns of his desire to be traded to another team. Garrett then asked to meet with Browns owner Jimmy Haslam. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMBut according to NFL Network, Haslam rejected the offer to meet with Garrett. Haslam then pointed Garrett in the direction of Browns general manager Andrew Barry, per Cleveland.com.MYLES GARRETT NEXT TEAM ODDS: BROWNS FAVORED TO RETAIN STAR DE,

Roy Cooper, the former governor of North Carolina, took a swipe at former Carolina Hurricanes winger Mikko Rantanen after Rantanen was traded Friday. Rantanen, 28, played in just 13 games with the Hurricanes after they acquired him from the Colorado Avalanche in January, scoring just two goals during his brief stint.After an interesting debacle with a long-term contract in Carolina, the Hurricanes made a second trade, this time sending Rantanen to the Dallas Stars, the team with which he ultimately signed a long-term extension with.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Bad turnover, Mikko. You would have loved it here but

Christina Haack has drawn a boundary when it comes to romantic relationships after three failed marriages.During the season finale of the first season of her show, "The Flip Off," the 41-year-old HGTV star briefly discussed her relationship with her estranged husband, Josh Hall, with Jeff Lewis, this week’s guest judge."You know, obviously you’re a very attractive, successful woman," Lewis told her on the show. "I’m sure you’re going to date a lot. … Do we have to marry them all?""No, no. No more marriages," Haack responded, according to People.HGTV STAR CHRISTINA HAACK REGRETS NOT GETTING PRENUP, WISHES SHE 'NEVER MARRIED'

Country music singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress broke her silence for the first time on Thursday, nearly a year after she admitted herself to rehab following her admission that she had been "drunk" during her controversial national anthem performance at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby.Andress, 33, appeared on "The Viall Files" podcast this week to discuss the fallout from her performance and what transpired just before she took the field at Globe Life Field in Arlington in mid-July. "That day started as a very – what seemed like a normal day," Andress recalled. "At that point, like that day, I knew that I was

A California Democrat said he was "politely chased down" by a flight attendant at an airport this week who told him his colleagues looked "heartless" for not standing for Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel, the 13-year-old boy with cancer who was honored during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress. Rep. Ro Khanna said the interaction with the flight attendant, whom he identified as Jim Barrett, unfolded in Chicago. "Sir, I am a Democrat but the way the party behaved was embarrassing. Made us look heartless. I don't care who is up there, you stand for the boy with cancer," Khanna recalled Barrett as saying.

FIRST ON FOX: The Trump administration announced Friday that it will rescind more than $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, citing concerns over rising antisemitism on campus and the school's failure to address it.Earlier this week, the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Education (DoED), and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the initiation of a "comprehensive review" of more than $5 billion in federal grant money that goes to Columbia, "in light of ongoing investigations for potential violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act" related to antisemitism on campus. It has only been four

President Donald Trump threatened to impose "large scale" sanctions against Russia after the country carried out a massive attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. In a post on Truth Social, President Trump said he was "strongly considering" sanctions and tariffs "until a ceasefire and final settlement agreement on peace is reached."National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told reporters that Trump is ready to use carrots or sticks" to bring both Russia and Ukraine to the table. When asked by Fox News Channel Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich for more details on what could be sanctioned, Hassett simply said there are

Kelly Stafford said Thursday that she was relieved after the Los Angeles Rams agreed to a restructured contract with Super Bowl champion Matthew Stafford last week, but for Kelly, it was not always smooth sailing in the Stafford household. During the latest episode of her podcast "The Morning After," Kelly was joined by her husband to discuss his new contract, which did not extend his time with the Rams beyond his original extension, but it did raise his salary substantially across his final two seasons. Kelly, who previously discussed the speculation about a potential trade, said she was happy to learn that Stafford would

Martina Navratilova has been outspoken about transgender athletes in women's sports for a long while, and earlier this week, she attacked a Democrat senator who voted against the bill.Nevada Sen. Catherine Cortez Mastro was one of the 45 Democrats to vote against the bill, despite President Donald Trump's executive order.In a statement, Cortez Mastro explained why she voted against the bill, despite "support fair play and… not support transgender athletes competing in girls' and women's sports."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"I believe local schools, student athletes, coaches, and parents are much better equipped to implement fair, strong politics