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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard is taking a leave of absence due to an upcoming medical procedure. On Sunday, the band's official Instagram account announced that Beard, 75, will be stepping away from their Elevation Tour to tend to "a health issue.""Shelter Music Group, ZZ Top’s management, has announced the band’s drummer, Mr. Frank Beard, has temporarily stepped away from the current tour to attend a health issue requiring his focus in the near term," the message read.DUSTY HILL, ZZ TOP BASSIST, DEAD AT 72"Beard, along with fellow ZZ Top members Billy F Gibbons and Elwood Francis, presently on the Elevation

A member of a South African research team at an isolated base in Antarctica was put under psychological evaluation after colleagues accused him of physical assault and sexual harassment, government officials said.The situation at the SANAE IV base was first reported in South Africa's Sunday Times newspaper, which said it saw an email from a team member to authorities pleading for help.The email claimed that the man had attacked the base leader and made a death threat, behavior the team member described as having "escalated to a point that is deeply disturbing." The team member expressed in the email being

Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa-Hackman - who was initially thought to have died on or around Feb. 11 due to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome - allegedly did not know the extent of her illness in her final days. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Dr. Josiah Child - a physician who oversees Cloudberry Health, the medical practice that Betsy called on Feb. 12 according to preliminary phone records - said the late classical pianist did not initially express symptoms of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome." had actually made an appointment to have an initial visit with one of our doctors on the

President Donald Trump is now speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin about ending the war in Ukraine, the White House said.The call, which began at 10 a.m. ET, is "going well, and still in progress," White House spokesman Dan Scavino said at 10:54 a.m. ET. It comes after Trump said last night that "Many elements of a Final Agreement have been agreed to, but much remains." "Thousands of young soldiers, and others, are being killed. Each week brings 2,500 soldier deaths, from both sides, and it must end NOW. I look very much forward to the call with President Putin," Trump

The State Department and FBI Los Angeles are warning spring break travelers to take certain precautions and be extra vigilant when traveling.FBI Los Angeles told travelers to check the State Department's travel advisories — designed to give U.S. citizens reliable information about security threats overseas — for their intended destinations ahead of time."Whether it’s families looking to escape the final throes of winter or a college student seeking a brief respite from the rigors of academic life, know that the risks are there," FBI Assistant Director in Charge Akil Davis said in a Tuesday statement. "Maintain vigilance throughout your travels

EXCLUSIVE: Vice President JD Vance will serve as the Republican National Committee’s finance chair, telling Fox News Digital that he will work with the party to "fully enact the MAGA mandate" and grow the Republican majority in Congress in 2026.  The RNC Executive Committee voted unanimously to confirm Vance in the role, an RNC official told Fox News Digital. This is the first time in the history of the GOP that a sitting vice president will serve in the role. RNC BRINGS ON NEW SENIOR LEADERSHIP TO 'WORK AROUND THE CLOCK' TO SUPPORT TRUMP AGENDA, ELECT REPUBLICANSAn RNC official told Fox News

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., took aim at The Daily Beast's "nasty" headline on Monday that took an exchange she had with President Donald Trump out of context. Alex Isenstadt, Axios reporter and author of "Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power," made headlines with quotes allegedly said by Trump in a sneak preview published by Axios on Sunday.Among the quotes was one he allegedly said to Luna in 2023 offering her the bed on his jet when she was pregnant and feeling ill, though it included a joke about his wife Melania being jealous. "If you need a bed

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic — The parents of a missing University of Pittsburgh spring breaker have asked Dominican police for a declaration of death nearly two weeks after she vanished from a five-star resort in the beach town of Punta Cana, telling authorities they accept the story of the lone publicly known eyewitness.Subbarayudu and SreeDevi Konanki are not disputing the story of Joshua Riibe, a 22-year-old Iowa man and fellow spring breaker who is believed to be the last person who saw their daughter alive, according to a letter they sent to Dominican police on Monday. Her father had previously

Don’t mess with Randy Andy and his teddy bears.Prince Andrew reportedly has an obsession with his prized collection of teddy bears, which must be placed in perfect order in his bedroom. The claim was made by royal author Tom Quinn, who has penned a new book, "Yes, Ma’am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants." It’s based on hundreds of interviews with former and current palace staff members.DOES KING CHARLES STILL TRAVEL WITH HIS CHILDHOOD TEDDY BEAR? AUTHOR CLAIMS TO KNOW THE TRUTHA spokesperson for Buckingham Palace previously told Fox News Digital that they don’t answer for the Duke of York as

President Trump has spent the last decade railing against fake news, a phrase that’s now deeply embedded in our culture.He has accused the media of being relentlessly biased against him – which is largely true – and called out journalists by name. He has sued such outlets as ABC News (which paid him $16 million), CBS and the Des Moines Register.He has charged that Politico received payments for negatively covering him – it turned out these were routine subscriptions, and for the New York Times as well – and then canceled many of the subscriptions.  TRUMP ORDERS THE DISMANTLING OF GOVERNMENT-FUNDED,

Three months after Blake Lively levied sexual harassment allegations on the set of "It Ends With Us," Justin Baldoni's lawyer admitted a settlement likely isn't in the forecast.High-profile litigator Bryan Freedman noted his client has been "destroyed by this" as he broke down the cases during a recent appearance on Matthew Belloni's "The Town" podcast.  "How long can this go on? I do not believe there will be a trial in this case," Belloni told Freedman. "I just think that the potential for the circus and the damage to both sides here will ultimately win out and you guys will

Harvard University announced it will now offer free tuition to students whose families make $200,000 or less per year."Putting Harvard within financial reach for more individuals widens the array of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that all of our students encounter, fostering their intellectual and personal growth," Harvard President Alan M. Garber said in a statement on Monday."By bringing people of outstanding promise together to learn with and from one another, we truly realize the tremendous potential of the University."The Ivy League university added that students of families making $100,000 or less per year would qualify for free housing, food, and health services in addition to

Warning: This story contains graphic content.Two pit bulls that mauled an Ohio grandmother to death last year were left to roam freely despite their history of attacks, and even got into a stash of cocaine weeks before the incident, according to a newly-filed lawsuit.Jo Ann Echelbarger, 73, was killed by a pair of pit bulls named Apollo and Echo, which were owned by suspects Susan and Adam Withers, on Oct. 17. The gruesome incident took place at The Reserve at Ashton Village, a residential complex in Ashville, Ohio.According to a suit filed on behalf of Echelbarger's family on Mar. 13,

President Donald Trump said he will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday about the final points of a deal to end the war in Ukraine.In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said many "elements" of the Final Agreement" have been agreed to "but much remains.""Thousands of young soldiers, and others, are being killed. Each week brings 2,500 soldier deaths, from both sides, and it must end NOW," Trump wrote. "I look very much forward to the call with President Putin."TRUMP, PUTIN CALL EXPECTED THIS WEEK, AS ADMIN EDGES CLOSER TO RUSSIA-UKRAINE CEASEFIRE DEAL: WITKOFFSome points of

President Donald Trump on Monday announced that former President Joe Biden's adult children will no longer receive U.S. Secret Service protection. In a Truth Social post, Trump remarked that Hunter Biden has received Secret Service protection for an "extended period of time.""There are as many as 18 people on this Detail, which is ridiculous!" Trump wrote. "Please be advised that, effective immediately, Hunter Biden will no longer receive Secret Service protection."WHO IS SEAN CURRAN? HEAD OF TRUMP'S PERSONAL DETAIL TO BE NOMINATED FOR SECRET SERVICE DIRECTORAshley Biden, Hunter's sister, will have her Secret Service protection revoked as well. Trump noted that

Controversy swirls around the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee each year, as one or two teams get debated about whether they deserve a chance at a national title run or not.After "Selection Sunday," the North Carolina Tar Heels have been the hot controversial topic as college basketball fans dissect the official bracket.There was a large contingent that wasn't too happy with the decision by the selection committee on Sunday, as the Tar Heels will play San Diego State to earn a No. 11 seed in the South Region as one of the "First Four" games. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON

Hilaria Baldwin admitted she never got used to the backlash after facing public scrutiny following her heritage scandal five years ago.Born Hillary Lynn Hayward-Thomas in Boston, Massachusetts, the former yoga teacher was accused of exaggerating her Spanish heritage after details of her past were uncovered on social media in 2020.During a recent episode of "The Baldwins," Alec Baldwin's wife recalled how she adapted to her surroundings while growing up, which included changing her dialect.ALEC BALDWIN'S WIFE, HILARIA, STORMED AFTER COMEDIAN AFTER STAR THREATENED TO SNAP HIS NECK: ‘DOWN FOR HIM’Baldwin claimed she was born in Mallorca and raised in Boston.

Student-led protests pose the gravest threat to Serbian strongman Aleksandar Vucic’s 14 years in power, with over 100,000 taking to the streets of Belgrade and cities across Serbia, calling out systemic corruption throughout the government.March 15 saw what many believe to be the largest crowds in Serbia’s recent history, with an estimated 300,000 people marching in the center of Belgrade.  Serbian President Vucic, who remains close to Russia, has remained defiant, ignoring calls to step down and accusing the protest movement of planning violent attacks and stoking a civil war.HISTORIC RUSSIAN ALLY SNUBS PUTIN IN GROWING SHIFT TO EUROPEAN UNION"Moscow

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt chastised a low-ranking French politician who made headlines for demanding that the United States return the Statue of Liberty. During a Monday press briefing, Leavitt reminded Raphaël Glucksmann, a member of the European Parliament and co-president of a small left-wing party in France, that he would be speaking German if it weren't for American troops. Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy asked Leavitt on Monday if President Donald Trump would give the Statue of Liberty, which has graced New York City's harbor since the 1800s, back to France. FRENCH PARLIAMENT MEMBER WANTS US TO RETURN STATUE OF LIBERTY:

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt chastised a low-ranking French politician who made headlines for demanding that the United States return the Statue of Liberty. During a Monday press briefing, Leavitt reminded Raphaël Glucksmann, a member of the European Parliament and co-president of a small left-wing party in France, that he would be speaking German if it weren't for American troops. Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy asked Leavitt on Monday if President Donald Trump would give the Statue of Liberty, which has graced New York City's harbor since the 1800s, back to France. FRENCH PARLIAMENT MEMBER WANTS US TO RETURN STATUE OF LIBERTY:

A Colorado woman who survived the Columbine High School shooting more than 25 years ago has died, following a battle with cancer. Karissa Rund, 40, who was known for "her resiliency, bravery, dedication and abiding service to God," succumbed to colorectal cancer on March 3, according to a GoFundMe page and her obituary. "Karissa was a Columbine shooting survivor, war widow, battled stage 4 cancer for 10 years, and the biggest encourager most of us have ever known. Her mission of service to people, proclaiming the hope of God despite pain and suffering, and being a light despite darkness – this legacy

Ukraine now has a cruise missile that can travel over 600 miles, far enough to reach Moscow, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy boasted over the weekend. "We have significant results," Zelenskyy said Saturday. "Long Neptune has been tested and successfully used in combat. A new Ukrainian missile, an accurate strike. The range is a thousand kilometers," or 620 miles. That puts Moscow within striking range. The missile has been in development for years. Battle watchers believe the combat success Zelenskyy referred to was a Friday strike on an oil refinery in Tuapse, Russia, some 300 miles from the front line. RUSSIA WANTS 'IRONCLAD' GUARANTEE THAT UKRAINE WILL BE

Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are preparing to touch back down on Earth as early as Tuesday.The two have been on the International Space Station since June. Their mission was only scheduled to last one week after the launch of Boeing's first astronaut flight, but they were stuck in space after issues forced NASA to bring the Boeing Starliner back empty.Wilmore, Williams, Crew-9 Commander Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov were originally scheduled to splash down off Florida's coast on Wednesday. Now, due to unfavorable weather, NASA is targeting undocking from the space station at 1:05 a.m. ET

Parents from a Long Island, New York, high school are advocating that games against a rival school district never be scheduled again due to alleged race issues. The Elmont High School’s Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), as well as the school’s Dad’s Club, held a town hall with Nassau County sports Section VIII officials to discuss what parents are calling a "long history of racist behavior" from the Bellmore-Merrick School District, according to The New York Post.Also present at the town hall were representatives from the Sewanhaka School District, which Elmont High School is under, and the Bellmore-Merrick district.CLICK HERE FOR

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko reportedly said that the Kremlin wants an "ironclad" guarantee that Ukraine will be prohibited from joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), as the Trump administration works to broker a deal to end the fighting. "We will demand that ironclad security guarantees become part of this agreement," Grushko was quoted by the Russian newspaper Izvestia as saying, according to Reuters. "Part of these guarantees should be the neutral status of Ukraine, the refusal of NATO countries to accept it into the alliance."Grushko reportedly made no mention of the 30-day cease-fire proposal, which was accepted by