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President Donald Trump is preparing to welcome Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Monday in what officials describe as a historic step toward testing whether Damascus can be drawn back into diplomacy after years of war and isolation.The high-profile meeting underscores a new chapter in U.S.–Syria relations after more than a decade of hostility. A senior administration official told Fox News Digital the visit will focus on counterterrorism cooperation, economic development and advancing regional peace and security. During the visit, the official said, "Syria will announce that it is joining the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS. Syria will thus become the 90th

Let's put politics aside, as if that were possible, and look at how the craziness of the last few days is affecting people.A week ago, President Donald Trump announced that the 42 million Americans on the SNAP nutrition program would not be getting their benefits — this against the backdrop of a government shutdown that has now reached its 40th day.This against the backdrop of millions of federal workers who have not been paid while the shutdown drags on — and many of whom live paycheck to paycheck.This against the backdrop of Trump throwing a lavish, Great Gatsby-themed Mar-a-Lago bash

President Donald Trump has granted "full, complete and unconditional" pardons to several key allies accused of attempting to overturn the 2020 election, U.S. Pardon Attorney Ed Martin announced Sunday night.In a post on X, Martin shared Trump's proclamation granting pardons for dozens of people, including notable figures like Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows and Sidney Powell.The pardon proclamation was posted in response to a message Martin shared on X on May 26, 2025, that said, "No MAGA left behind.""This proclamation ends a grave national injustice perpetrated upon the American people following the 2020 Presidential Election and continues the process of national

The Senate took a massive step forward on its way to reopening the government on Sunday, with a group of Senate Democrats caving and joining Republicans in their bid to pass a revamped plan to end the shutdown.Signs that the shutdown, which entered its 40th day, could be ending became more and more clear as the day went on, particularly with the unveiling of a bipartisan package of spending bills that lawmakers hope to attach to a modified bill to reopen the government.Eight Senate Democrats crossed the aisle to mark the first step in the GOP’s quest to end the

Lenny Wilkens, a Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee as both a player and coach, died Sunday at 88.Wilkens, who played 15 years in the NBA — including four seasons as a player-coach — was one of just five men to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame in both roles. The others were John Wooden, Bill Sharman, Tom Heinsohn and Bill Russell."Lenny Wilkens represented the very best of the NBA — as a Hall of Fame player, Hall of Fame coach and one of the game’s most respected ambassadors," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. "So much

Though we've made progress, "there's still a long way to go," say experts, when it comes to the adoption process — including protecting the safety of young people who are in foster care and awaiting permanent, loving families.Selfless Love Foundation’s National Think Tank is a collective force of change-makers aiming to improve the foster care adoption process in this country. The annual conference, which took place in October, brings together young people who have experienced foster care, as well as child welfare leaders and policymakers from over 30 states. The National Think Tank is a strategic plan to influence federal policy

Days after the release of her latest single, "Bandaids" — a hit that hints at her failed romance with Orlando Bloom — Katy Perry said she "struggled" with the idea of sharing such a vulnerable song. On Sunday, Perry took to social media to thank her fans for their ongoing support and explained why she had a tough time ahead of the release of her new single."thank you for the love on bandaids… tbh I struggled for months with the idea of putting this song out… even after all these years it can be scary to be vulnerable… but hopefully the

Toronto Raptors star Brandon Ingram inadvertently hit a staffer in the face with his water bottle when he slammed it onto the floor in frustration on Saturday night.The TSN broadcast caught Ingram come back to the bench. As he sat down, he took his water bottle and spiked it down. The bottle bounced and hit one of the staffers in the face.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe game was paused as a crew came over to wipe the wet spots. Ingram sat on the bench and watched the staffers, including the man he hit in the face, clean

Comedian Bill Maher suggested the U.S. Constitution is becoming like the Bible during "Real Time" on Friday, as he argued that "no one actually reads" it."The Constitution, is it still a real thing or is it just a vibe? Now, the Supreme Court has to decide: Are you going to be democracy's last line of defense? Or is the Constitution now really, let's be honest, just like the Bible, just a sacred old text that everyone name-drops with reverence, but no one actually reads or even feels bad about ignoring. I mean, that's what we do with the Bible, isn't

Hamas has handed over remains believed to be Hadar Goldin, an Israeli soldier who was killed in 2014 and his body held as a bargaining chip for over 4,000 days, Israel said Sunday.Goldin was serving as a lieutenant in the Israel Defense Forces’ (IDF) Givati Brigade when he was killed on Aug. 1, 2014, two hours after a 72-hour ceasefire took effect that ended that year’s war between Israel and Hamas."We are due to receive the body of Lt. Hadar Goldin this afternoon," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced at a government meeting earlier Sunday. "We have a legacy from

A cleaning lady was shot and killed by an Indiana homeowner when she arrived at the wrong address for a house-cleaning appointment, according to officials.Maria Florinda Rios Perez, 32, was found dead in her husband's arms on the front porch of a home in Whitestown, Indiana, after the pair mistakenly showed up at the wrong address for a cleaning on Wednesday.Whitestown police responded to the home for a possible home invasion before later concluding that "the facts gathered do not support that a residential entry occurred.""It was later determined that the individuals attempting to enter the home were members of

A woman who won a "Teacher of the Year" award in South Carolina is facing charges after allegedly attempting to run over her baby’s father in a Walmart parking lot.Sade Delesia Nacheyle Nelson, the 2025 "Teacher of the Year" at St. John’s High School in Charleston, South Carolina, is accused of assaulting the father of her child and his girlfriend during a custody exchange on Oct, 18, Summerville police said, according to Live5News.Nelson, 37, allegedly punched the man and his girlfriend before attempting to hit him with her car.AI HELPS CATCH ELEMENTARY TEACHER ACCUSED OF SEXTING TEENSurveillance video allegedly showed

Vice President JD Vance took the stage at the Marine Corps’ 250th Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C., on Saurday, greeting a crowd of Marines in dress blues with a booming, "How we doing, Marines?"He grinned as the ballroom erupted in cheers. "It’s so great to be here to celebrate 250 years of the United States Marine Corps," he said, drawing loud applause."That, my friends, is what the Marine Corps does — it keeps us honest."The address marked the start of Veterans Day weekend and underscored the White House’s emphasis on military strength and service.VANCE ISSUES MIDTERM WARNING, SAYS DEMOCRATS’ ANGER

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).The NFL is asking all teams to hold a moment of silence on Sunday for Dallas Cowboys rookie Marshawn Kneeland, who died this past week, ESPN reported.The league reportedly sent a memo to all teams on Friday requesting the moment of silence, which will be followed by a message on jumbotrons that will read: "If you or someone you know is struggling or needs emotional support, please call or text 988. The Suicide and

The governing body for soccer in Ireland voted on Saturday to call for the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) to suspend Israel from competition. It marks the third instance of a European soccer national governing body calling for Israel's suspension from UEFA, joining Norway and Turkey. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has also called for Israel's team to be suspended from international competition. The Football Association of Ireland passed the resolution, proposed by Irish club Bohemians, with more than 50% of its delegates supporting it.The proposal cited two alleged violations of UEFA statutes by the Israel Football Association (IFA). The first

Penn State was on the verge of a massive upset of No. 2 Indiana, but Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza and wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. had other ideas. Indiana survived Penn State, winning 27-24 on Saturday afternoon at Beaver Stadium thanks to an incredible 10-play, 73-yard drive that Mendoza authored.The Nittany Lions were up 24-20 with 1:51 left in the fourth quarter, and Indiana had no timeouts. On the first play of the drive, Mendoza was sacked by defender Zane Durant for a loss of seven yards. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe Indiana quarterback rallied his team back to

The Washington Post editorial board asserted that a "new era of class warfare has begun" in New York City after Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani won last week’s election — criticizing what it described as his "change in character" since the campaign.In a Saturday editorial titled "Zohran Mamdani drops the mask," the Post slammed the mayor-elect for his "seething" victory speech, arguing that Mamdani "abandoned his cool disposition" and showed the world what he really stands for.The sub-headline warned, "The mayor-elect divides New Yorkers into two groups: the oppressed and their oppressors." "Across 23 angry minutes laced with identity politics and seething with

A deep clean at the dentist may benefit more than just your oral health.In a two-year study of people with periodontitis, or severe gum disease, researchers from University College London (UCL) found that those who got intensive treatment — a full-mouth deep cleaning with regular follow-ups — had slower thickening and clogging of a major neck artery and better blood-vessel function than those who only got routine cleanings.The randomized controlled trial tracked 135 adults at UCL’s Eastman Dental Institute who had periodontitis, which can stem from poor oral hygiene, genetics, smoking or uncontrolled diabetes, according to the research published this

The year was 1987 and the Democrat speaker of the House of Representatives was a moderate Texan named Jim Wright, the Senate majority leader was West Virginia’s Robert Byrd, and socialism was a dirty word in the Party of Jefferson and Jackson.This was the year that San Francisco's Nancy Pelosi would begin her career in Congress, and regarding both her and her Democrat Party, we can surely say, you’ve come a long way, baby.Former Speaker Pelosi announced this week that she would not be seeking a 900th or whatever it is, term in the House, and at 85 years old,

From his humble beginnings working at a perfume shop in high school to becoming one of the most beloved cast members on HBO's hit series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," comedian JB Smoove's motto of "never disappoint" has propelled him through life with a tenacious appetite for always moving forward.During a sit-down interview with Fox News Digital, the comedy legend opened up about the moments that helped shape him into who he is today, as well as his plans for the future.Though Smoove’s success may seem effortless today, his path was anything but. The comedian has faced numerous challenges throughout his life,

Democratic lawmakers deflected questions on why the stock market has had success under President Donald Trump in spite of their dark predictions on the administration’s tariffs while speaking with Fox News Digital on Capitol Hill.Some downplayed the market’s success, indicating that it has no bearing on the country’s true economic pulse.Asked by Fox News Digital why the stock market is still doing well if Trump’s tariffs are hurting the economy, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., shot back, "The stock market is not the economy."She insisted that because of the tariffs, Americans "are feeling price crunch when they go to the

Colorado football's third season with Deion Sanders at the helm has been met with considerable headwinds. The Buffaloes have dropped four of their last five games and enter a Week 11 matchup with West Virginia with a 3-6 record.Nevertheless, Sanders continues to have the support of one of the university's key athletic decision-makers. Rick George, Colorado's athletic director, expressed confidence in the job Coach Prime is doing. George's only preference would be for the team to pick up more wins."I’m proud of Coach Prime. It’s been a tough year what he’s been through. He’s been a trooper, been working hard,

The convicted founder of Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, said he was "a little bit surprised" by President Donald Trump's pardon of him on "Special Report" Friday."We have never met," former Binance CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao told "Special Report" anchor Bret Baier in an exclusive interview. "We have never talked." TRUMP CRYPTO CHIEF SAYS WE ARE IN THE 'GOLDEN AGE' FOR DIGITAL ASSETS, 'CLEARING THE DECK' OF BIDEN BARRIERSIn 2023, Zhao pleaded guilty to a money-laundering–related charge. He served a four-month prison sentence under the Biden administration. President Donald Trump pardoned him Oct. 21, according to the Department of Justice.White

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Chicago this week arrested a Mexican national and former DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipient with a violent and lengthy criminal history who entered the U.S. illegally, officials said.ICE described Alan Eduardo Garcia’s arrest as "high-risk" because of his "repeated aggression and attempts to evade arrest."Garcia’s criminal record includes arrests and convictions for felony strangulation, domestic battery, disorderly conduct, battery causing bodily injury, aggravated battery against a handicapped or pregnant woman and unlawful use of a firearm.ICE officers likely saved the life of the 31-year-old, who was arrested as part of

Senate Democrats again blocked a plan by Republicans to ensure that federal workers and the military would receive a paycheck as the shutdown back and forth revs into high gear.Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., again tried to advance a modified version of his "Shutdown Fairness Act" bill that would see federal workers and the military paid now and during subsequent government shutdowns.Last month, it was blocked over concerns from Senate Democrats that it did not include furloughed workers.SCHUMER, DEMS UNVEIL ALTERNATIVE SHUTDOWN PLAN, ASK FOR ONE-YEAR EXTENSION TO OBAMACARE SUBSIDIESJohnson noted on the Senate floor that after discussions with Senate Democrats