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Almost daily, we are told that what looks, sounds and stinks like antisemitism is merely “criticism of the Israeli government.” But when classic antisemitic tropes are recycled almost verbatim and simply mapped onto the Jewish state, we should stop pretending this is ordinary political disagreement.What we see on campuses, podcasts and in our streets is nothing more than the resurrection of myths that long predate the modern state of Israel and have been used for centuries to target Jews as Jews.Consider the medieval blood libel, where Jews were falsely accused of murdering Christian children for ritual purposes. The first recorded case, in Norwich, England in 1144, set off a chain of similar accusations across Europe that fueled massacres and expulsions of Jewish communities. The same falsehoods have been perpetuated in the modern era in many Arab countries.WESTERN LEADERS MUST CONFRONT ISLAMIST-INSPIRED ANTISEMITIC VIOLENCE BEFORE IT TARGETS EVERYONEThe spin today is accusing Israel of intentionally targeting children as a matter of policy or even harvesting organs from Arabs. These grisly allegations echo the same structure as the blood libel.In 2009, a Swedish newspaper published claims that Israeli soldiers harvested organs from cadavers, prompting widespread outrage and diplomatic tension. Though the author admitted “he has no proof that Israeli soldiers were stealing organs,” the story spread globally.Similarly, tragic outcomes of the war in Gaza are routinely recast as accusations that Israel intentionally murdered children and presented as proof of uniquely Jewish barbarism. When Israel is involved, the rhetoric frequently slips into language about bloodthirst and child killing that mirrors medieval fantasies. Jews, now represented by the Jewish state, are imagined as deriving pleasure or advantage from the suffering of innocents.Another ancient trope is the myth of Jewish control of the world. The forgery known as The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, first published in Tsarist Russia in the early twentieth century, purported to reveal a Jewish conspiracy to dominate global politics and finance. Yet despite being thoroughly debunked, this poisonous lie continues to resurface, recycled by extremists who rely on centuries-old hatred dressed up as “conspiracy.”SIGN UP FOR ANTISEMITISM EXPOSED NEWSLETTERIn 2026, this trope is often repackaged as claims of AIPAC and other Jewish interests puppeteering governments, media and financial institutions. There are many advocacy groups that seek to shape public opinion and legislation, supporting the relationship between the United States and other countries. This is true of our allies, the United Kingdom, France and Canada. Yet Israel is portrayed as uniquely malevolent and omnipotent, capable of bending entire governments to its will through clandestine manipulation.CATHOLICS, CONSERVATIVES CHEER OUSTER OF EX-MISS CALIFORNIA FROM WH RELIGIOUS PANEL AFTER PANEL CONTROVERSYWhen “influencers,” podcasters, and even members of government commissions like Carrie Prejean Boller declare, “I would rather die than bend the knee to Israel,” — as if such a thing actually exists — it is clear that conspiracy theories about Jewish control persist. When protests feature signs claiming that “Israel controls America” or that “Zionists run the media,” this is not a policy critique. It is a direct descendant of The Protocols, with Israel standing in for the Jew.CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINIONThe pattern is clear. Jews were once falsely accused of poisoning wells during the Black Death. Now Israel is falsely accused of deliberately spreading disease in Gaza. Jews were once accused of orchestrating global wars for profit. Now Israel is cast as the hidden hand behind conflicts far beyond its borders. In each case, the old narrative is preserved. Only the subject has shifted from a dispersed Jewish minority to a sovereign Jewish state.To treat these claims as mere anger at Israel is ignorance, at best. More likely it’s intentional subterfuge.Governments can commit crimes. Armies can violate laws. But when criticism relies on myths that long served to justify anti-Jew pogroms and expulsions, we are no longer in the realm of ordinary discourse.Calling this out does not shut down debate but rather, exposes true intentions of vilifying and isolating the Jewish people. We will not stand by while centuries-old hatred is rebranded with trendy language and then shielded from scrutiny by slapping on the label “antizionism.”You do not get to launder antisemitism through semantics and demand immunity from accountability.

A Cuban night is no longer quiet. It is filled with the metallic rhythm of thousands of families striking spoons against empty pots in the darkness. This is the sound of a funeral for a failed ideology. The brutal communist regime imposed on Cuba by the Castro family is collapsing in real time. Its economy is in free fall, its people are hungry and the dictatorship is running out of money and fuel.After more than six decades of repression, the corrupt regime is weaker today than at any point in my lifetime. I know that personally. I lived under it. I fled it. Today I am the only Cuban-born member of the United States Congress.This moment demands clarity and resolve from the United States. We are closer than ever to ending the tyranny imposed by the Castro family and their loyal enforcers in Havana, but only if we maintain a firm strategy. My message to the world, to those forced from their homeland, and to the regime is simple. There will be no major investments, no bailouts and no economic lifelines unless there is dramatic political change on the island.FLORIDA LAUNCHES PROBE AFTER CUBA KILLS 4 ABOARD US-FLAGGED SPEEDBOAT NEAR KEYSAny discussion with the bankrupt dictatorship in Havana must begin from a position of strength. Economic relief should only follow real change. The regime must release all political prisoners, restore human rights, and dismantle the totalitarian structures of the Castro dictatorship, as demanded by US Law codified in the LIBERTAD Act of 1996, which outlines the conditions for lifting the economic embargo on the regime.At this moment, the regime carries roughly 46 billion dollars in foreign debt, while its principal sources of revenue have collapsed. Remittances have dropped nearly 70%. Tourism income has fallen more than 68%. Revenue from exporting medical professionals has declined more than 53%. At the same time, the island’s crumbling power grid has collapsed, plunging millions of Cubans into constant blackouts.These numbers reveal the truth about the economic model imposed by the Castros. The crisis is not the result of outside pressure. It is the outcome of decades of a failed ideology, corruption, central planning and economic mismanagement. For more than sixty-seven years, the regime drained the country’s infrastructure while enriching its henchmen.Thanks to the leadership of President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the United States has restored a clear policy toward authoritarian regimes. Dictatorships that abuse their people will not be rewarded with economic lifelines.MILLIONS LOSE POWER ACROSS CUBA AS TRUMP SANCTIONS CONTINUE TO FUEL ONGOING ENERGY CRISISWe have seen this approach produce results elsewhere. In Venezuela, sustained pressure exposed the fragility of the Maduro dictatorship and forced negotiations it long resisted. In Iran, sanctions and diplomatic pressure constrained the regime’s ability to fund destabilizing activities abroad. Authoritarian regimes that depend on outside resources become vulnerable when the democratic world acts with unity and strength.The dictatorship in Havana is no exception. The Castro regime needs the United States far more than the United States needs the regime. Havana depends on foreign currency, imported food, fuel and international legitimacy. President Trump’s decisive actions give the United States critical leverage to affect change in Cuba.Every night, thousands of Cubans take to the streets in towns across the island. In the City of Moron on the eastern side of the island, the townspeople even set fire to the Communist Party’s headquarters during a massive protest.CUBAN PRESIDENT ADMITS TALKS WITH TRUMP ADMIN AS FUEL BLOCKADE CHOKES DOMESTIC ENERGY SUPPLY AND ECONOMYThe dictatorship has responded in the only way it knows: repression. More than 1,400 political prisoners remain behind bars, patriots whose only crime was demanding freedom. President Donald Trump has an opportunity to help change the course of history. If the regime once again resorts to massacring its own people, as it has in the past, the United States must make clear that such brutality will not be tolerated.CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINIONI urge President Trump to send a stark and unmistakable warning to the regime in Havana about the consequences they will face if they continue to repress the Cuban people.Yet the courage of the Cuban people continues to shine through the darkness. Across the island, the cry of Patria y Vida grows louder every day.To my brothers and sisters on the island. We hear your pots and pans echo through the night. We see your courage in the darkness. Your voices carry across the Florida Straits and into the hearts of millions who still dream of a free Cuba. Every protest and every chant for Libertad brings the island closer to the freedom its people deserve.The night imposed by the Castros has lasted far too long. But the Cuban people have never stopped believing in the sunrise.

If you’ve ever struggled to fall asleep, your diet could be playing a bigger role than you think.Research suggests that certain nutrients — including tryptophan, magnesium and melatonin — are involved in regulating the body’s sleep-wake cycle, although experts emphasize that overall dietary patterns matter more than any single food.”You may have heard before that certain foods can help you sleep better,” Kelly Springer, a Skaneateles, New York, nutrition expert, told Fox News Digital. “This fact is backed by science.”EASY NUTRITION TWEAK COULD TRANSFORM YOUR SLEEP — STARTING THIS EVENINGOne key reason, she said, is that nutrients like tryptophan, magnesium and melatonin play a role in sleep regulation.Tryptophan, for example, is an essential amino acid the body converts into serotonin and melatonin — hormones that help control sleep timing.Amy Davis, a New Orleans-based dietitian, said foods rich in “melatonin, serotonin, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids and specific amino acids like tryptophan” may help promote relaxation and better sleep overall.FORGET PROTEIN AND FIBER — HERE’S THE NUTRIENT YOU MAY BE LACKING AND HOW TO GET MOREBelow are five foods backed by experts to consider adding to your evening routine.Tart cherries are one of the few natural food sources of melatonin, the hormone that signals to your body that it’s time to wind down, Davis said.”Research indicates cherries can help with insomnia and overall sleep quality,” Davis told Fox News Digital.Tart cherries may help support sleep by increasing melatonin levels, according to the Cleveland Clinic.They’ve also gained popularity thanks to viral “sleepy girl mocktail” recipes, Davis said — but the benefits go beyond trends.VIRAL TIKTOK TREND CLAIMS EATING BABY CARROTS BEFORE BED HELPS IMPROVE SLEEPA small serving of tart cherry juice in the evening may be a simple way to support your body’s natural sleep rhythm.Turkey has long been associated with post-meal drowsiness, especially on Thanksgiving — and there’s a scientific reason why.It’s rich in tryptophan, which helps the body produce serotonin and melatonin.Research suggests, however, that tryptophan’s effects on sleep are influenced by overall diet composition and the presence of other nutrients.YOUR LATE-NIGHT CHEESE HABIT COULD BE SPARKING WILD DREAMS AND RESTLESS SLEEP, EXPERTS WARN”Having a diet with complete proteins, including tryptophan, especially one to two hours before sleep, can help to regulate this cycle and improve sleep,” Springer told Fox News Digital.Fatty fish like salmon offers a powerful combination of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids — nutrients that have been linked in some studies to improved sleep quality.Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with sleep disorders, Davis said, while omega-3s may play a role in brain function and inflammation, both of which can influence sleep.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIESChilean salmon is often highlighted for its high omega-3 content and relatively low mercury levels — making it a strong choice for regular consumption, Davis said.Dairy products provide a trio of nutrients associated with sleep support: tryptophan, calcium and magnesium.These compounds are associated with relaxation and may support melatonin production, Davis said.A small bowl of yogurt or a glass of milk before bed may help your body transition into sleep, though effects can vary from person to person.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERWalnuts and almonds contain magnesium, tryptophan and small amounts of melatonin — nutrients that are associated with relaxation and sleep regulation.Magnesium has been linked to improved sleep quality in some studies, as it may help regulate neurotransmitters involved in sleep and reduce muscle tension.Pumpkin and chia seeds are rich in magnesium and contain some tryptophan, “which helps relax muscles and support the body’s natural sleep processes,” Davis said.They’re also an easy, no-prep snack. A small handful in the evening can provide these nutrients without feeling too heavy before bed.TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZWhile no single food is a cure-all for sleep issues, certain nutrients may support the body’s natural sleep processes when included as part of a balanced diet.Eating balanced meals or light snacks that include protein may “help regulate blood sugar levels, which decreases sleep disruption, and can repair muscles during sleep,” Springer said.

On Tuesday morning, Joe Kent, President Trump’s Director of The  National Counterterrorism Center, resigned his post, and stated he was doing so because he is opposed to the war with Iran, claiming that Iran posed no imminent threat to the U.S., and that we started the war due to, “pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby.”

Kent, who has been accused of having ties to white nationalists, also accused some in the American media of misinformation on the Iran threat, so how would the media cover this?

It was a mixed bag for the nightly newscasts, some more comprehensive than others in giving viewers information  on Kent.  ABC’s World News Tonight’s Rachel Scott seemed to cover more than most in her report.

SCOTT: Tonight the the Administration’s top counterterrorism official resigning in protest over President Trump’s war with Iran, declaring Iran posed no immanent threat to our nation. Joe Kent Director of The National Counter Terrorism Center writing, ‘I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran. It’s clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby.  Kent’s accusing Israel of a misinformation campaign to deceive Trump into believing that Iran posed an imminent threat to the United States, and that ‘should we strike now, there was a clear path to swift victory. This was a lie.’ President Trump who has long supported Kent’s political career, despite Kent’s controversies and past associations with anti-Semites, today brushing off his resignation.

TRUMP: I always thought he was a nice guy. But I always thought he was weak on security. Very weak on security. I didn’t know him well.

SCOTT:  Today the top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee Mark Warner saying, “Joe Kent’s record is deeply troubling. But on this point, he is right. There was no credible evidence of an imminent threat from Iran.”

On CBS Evening News, Reporter Ed O’Keefe read from Kent’s post, “It’s clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby.” No mention of past accusations against him.

Over on NBC Nightly News, White House correspondent Gabe Gutierrez read Kent’s accusations about Israel’s “pressure” and its “powerful American lobby” and reported, “Kent’s statement also drawing rebukes for alleged anti-Semitic overtones,” citing Republican congressman Don Bacon’s post on Kent’s departure: “Good riddance  anti-Semitism is an evil I detest, and we surely don’t want it in our government.”

PBS NewsHour foreign-affairs correspondent Nick Schifrin mentioned Kent’s attack on the media. 

SCHIFRIN:  He (Kent) publicly resigned in protest, writing to President Trump directly, saying quote, early in this administration, high-ranking Israeli officials and influential members of the American media deployed a misinformation campaign that wholly undermined your America First platform and sowed pro-war sentiments to encourage a war with Iran. This echo chamber was used to deceive you into believing that Iran posed an imminent threat to the United States, and that should you strike now, there was a clear path to a swift victory. This was a lie.”…. Kent is an army veteran who deployed 11 times, and whose wife was killed by ISIS in Syria.

Schifrin did not mention that in his resignation letter, Kent blamed Israel for his wife’s death in 2019, that she was killed “in a war manufactured by Israel.”

Fox News’s Special Report With Bret Baier probably had the weakest coverage, with White House Correspondent Aishah Hasnie giving it some 30 seconds.

HASNIE: Today the Director of the National Counter Terrorism Center, Joe Kent, resigned, claiming Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation, and that Trump bowed to pressure from Israel. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, quote, the President had strong and compelling evidence that Iran was going to attack the United States first.

TRUMP: I always thought he was weak on security. Very weak on security.

HASNIE: Two sources from inside the administration confirm to Fox News Kent was not involved in briefings about Iran. 

None of the reports came right out and called Kent’s post anti-Semitic. The New York Post Editorial Board noted that Kent had said back in 2020, that Trump should have attacked Iran’s nuclear and ballistic capabilities, How did they all miss that one? Not one network went there.

Almost everything except for bonds – stocks, interest rates, credit, gold and the U.S. dollar – is having “very normal white swan types of moves.”

These Are The Gig Worker Jobs That Pay The Most (And Least)

The gig economy includes many platforms such as Uber, DoorDash, and Instacart, but the amount workers earn can differ significantly depending on the app they use. Data from Gridwise, which reviewed about one billion gig jobs in 2025, shows wide differences in average hourly pay across platforms, according to Business Insider.

Workers on Taskrabbit earned the highest average hourly rate at about $38. Drivers for Spark Driver made around $23 per hour, followed closely by Uber drivers at about $22. At the lower end, people delivering through DoorDash averaged roughly $11 per hour.

Some companies say these figures underestimate earnings. Taskrabbit reports that its workers average closer to $49 an hour depending on location, while Uber previously stated that drivers can make around $32 per hour during active work time.

Business Insider writes that although the price customers pay for rides has increased, driver earnings have not grown at the same pace. According to Gridwise, ride prices on Uber and Lyft increased by about 9.6 percent between December 2024 and December 2025, while driver pay per trip rose only 3.6 percent and hourly earnings increased 4.1 percent.

Many gig workers say it has become harder to make as much money as before. Greater competition and declining rates, combined with costs such as gas and vehicle maintenance that workers must cover themselves, have reduced profits. As a result, some workers now accept only the jobs that offer the best pay for their time.

Meanwhile, delivery programs like Spark, operated by Walmart, have expanded quickly as retailers use gig workers to grow their delivery services. Overall, the data shows that the most widely known gig platforms are not always the ones offering the highest hourly pay

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Wed, 03/18/2026 – 06:55

Check out two left-handed pitchers from the National League (NL) who have tantalizing odds and compelling cases to win the NL Cy Young Award in 2026.

The Philadelphia Phillies starter attempted to clear the air after he was “painted as a traitor” by fans.

Storm season is here, and depending on where you live, you may have already seen some early strong thunderstorms, mild flooding, and even intense tornadoes. The best way to know what’s coming next is to track your local forecast with your smartphone. These are a few of our favorite free weather apps you need for iPhone and Android.A few of our favorite weather appsThere are tons of weather apps on the App Store and Google Play, but they’re not all created equal: They offer varying types of information, their user interfaces are wildly different, and most importantly, they pull weather data from different sources, potentially leaving forecasts open to holes and inaccuracies. If you only use one weather app or tune into the same weather report on TV, you might have an incomplete picture of your local weather.Having access to the best weather apps is only half the battle when a severe outbreak rolls through.As the de facto “weather guy” in my own family, I use a combination of all of these to understand weather conditions as they unfold. The options below are all available for free with ads. If you want to remove the ads or unlock even more features, most of these offer recurring subscriptions. For the sake of accessibility, though, we’re only dealing with the free versions today.The Weather Channel appThe Weather Channel app is one of the earliest apps on the App Store, launching just several months after Apple opened its digital storefront to developers back in 2008. Although the Weather Channel has gone through several major redesigns, it remains one of the most accurate and reliable weather apps available. It’s especially good at predicting daily and weekly forecasts. The live radar is easy to read as storms move through. The severe outlook map layer is a handy way to see if your region is at risk of severe weather. Lastly, real-time precipitation notifications with lightning alerts let you know exactly when rain is about to start, whether it’s just a light shower or something much more severe. Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / The Weather ChannelAccuWeather appAccuWeather is another weather solution that’s been around for ages. Getting its start all the way back in 1962, its service is trusted by local TV and radio stations from coast to coast. As for the app, the hourly precipitation estimator, Minutecast, is a great way to know if any rain is expected within the next hour, making it easier to shore up outdoor plans. The radar filters are especially useful, with multiple views to display live radar, temperature, and cloud cover. My personal favorite feature, though, is the government-issued event map, which shows distinct colored zones for watches and warnings, just like on TV. Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / AccuWeatherWeather Underground appAlthough not as much of a household name as the first two, Weather Underground has spent the last 30 years building its reputation as a hyper-local weather forecasting service. The app wraps all the usual weather metrics into a beautiful modern design. The reason I keep it in my collection, though, is for the map data, more specifically storm tracks. Unlike some other apps that lock storm tracks behind a paywall, Weather Underground offers it for free. Once enabled, storm tracks lets you see granular radar-indicated information about every storm, including the path of each storm cell, its intensity markers, and overall threat level (tornado impact, hail risk, damaging wind, and more). These tracks can make the difference between knowing if a tornado is aimed for your home or expected to miss. Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / Weather UndergroundNative weather appsIf all else fails, your phone comes with a built-in weather-tracking option that will get the job done.Users of iPhones get instant access to Apple Weather. While Apple used to rely heavily on the Weather Channel for its data, its acquisition of hyper-local weather phenom Dark Sky back in 2020 gave Apple the first-party edge it needed to make its weather app essential. It includes granular hourly rain alerts, severe weather notifications, and Apple News integration that displays weather-related stories from local stations and mainstream outlets. RELATED: New hack poses biggest iPhone threat in 19 years: What you can do Xaume Olleros/Bloomberg via Getty Images The big place where Apple Weather falls short, in my opinion, is the lackluster radar that only highlights minimal precipitation, and that’s about it. I’ve also encountered some inaccuracies with incorrect rain alerts, but your experience may vary. Overall, Apple Weather offers a good baseline for tracking conditions in your area. Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / Apple WeatherSamsung Galaxy phones come with Samsung Weather. The app offers a clean look at hourly forecasts, air quality, and other typical weather metrics. At its core, though, the app is just a wrapper for the Weather Channel, which powers Samsung Weather’s entire data portfolio. In fact, if you click on any of the data points in the app for more information, you’ll be redirected to a web app for the Weather Channel, which is, unfortunately, not nearly as good as the main Weather Channel app. If you own a Samsung phone, you may as well just download the former for a better experience. Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / Samsung WeatherGoogle Pixel users get exclusive access to Pixel Weather. Powered by Gemini Nano, Pixel Weather is an AI-first weather app that offers generated weather reports that summarize expected weather conditions, weather insights that let you know what kind of weather event is coming your way, plus daily forecasts, air quality, and a radar that is slightly more useful than the one in Apple Weather. While the look and feel of Pixel Weather is modern on the surface, its overall accuracy — at least regarding the snow estimates of the recent Midwest and East Coast blizzards — has been called into question. Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / Pixel WeatherStay safe with emergency alertsHaving access to the best weather apps is only half the battle when a severe outbreak rolls through. You also need a lifeline to let you know when bad weather is on the way. Luckily, all major smartphones support government-issued alerts to tell you when to take cover. Check your settings now to make sure you’re all set up when the next major storm strikes:iPhone: Open the Settings app and tap “Notifications.” At the very bottom of the page, check “Emergency Alerts” and “Public Safety Alerts.”Samsung Galaxy: Open the Settings app. Tap on “Notifications,” followed by “Advanced settings,” and then “Wireless emergency alerts.” From here, make sure “Extreme threats” and “Severe threats” are toggled on.Google Pixel: Open the Settings app. Select “Notifications” and then “Wireless emergency alerts.” On this page, toggle the switches for “Allow Alerts,” “Extreme threats,” and “Severe threats.” Screenshots by Zach Laidlaw / Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google PixelSevere weather can develop fast as we shift into spring, but you don’t have to live life in the dark. All it takes is a few apps and alerts to get all the information needed to keep you and your loved ones safe.

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