OneRepublic singer Ryan Tedder is catching heat from his leftist fanbase for calling the “No Kings” protests over the weekend a “super bummer.” It didn’t matter that the musician’s comments were focused on how the protests detracted from celebrating the military and were not politically motivated, according to him. “I have around 20 family members & grandparents that all fought in wars from the revolutionary war (actually) through to WWII/Korea.. all politics & parties and righteous indignation aside it’s a super bummer that instead of celebrating the 250th anniversary of the US Army and all those who have fought and died on our behalf… we’re protesting,” Tedder wrote in an Instagram Story, per NME. The band’s co-founder then clarified his position on politics. “I haven’t been a card carrying political member of either side for 20 years & think at this point everything is absurd 99% of the time…” Tedder continued. “But I’d like to say THANK YOU to all of the Army service members active and retired and those who have given their lives to protect our freedom…to protest.” Tedder’s social media statement was in response to President Donald Trump putting on a military parade on the streets of Washington, D.C., which included 6,000 soldiers marching alongside 128 tanks to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. The military parade coincided with Trump’s 79th birthday, which prompted Saturday’s nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations. Multiple rioters were arrested near Portland’s ICE facility after that city’s “No Kings” protest turned into a violent altercation, which left several officers injured.  MSNBC hosts noted how the vibe of the parade was fun and celebratory. “I’m just sort of surprised by the number of people who were at the front of the parade watching, cheering, and then would come and ask to take a selfie,” reporter Ali Velshi, who was on location, said of the event.  “This is a very different mood here,” Velshi continued. “People seem to be going out of their way to say that they’re here to celebrate the Army’s 250th birthday.”  

A United States aircraft carrier strike group is on its way to the Middle East, following a large number of refueling aircraft that arrived in Europe amid Israel’s ongoing offensive against Iran. The U.S. Navy’s USS Nimitz aircraft carrier strike group is heading to the Middle East from the South China Sea, according to Fox News’s Jennifer Griffin. The strike group is equipped with nine squadrons flying F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers, E-2D Hawkeyes, C-2A Greyhounds, and MH-60R/S Sea Hawks, according to the U.S. Naval Institute. On Sunday, several social media accounts tracked the flight movements of multiple KC-135 and KC-46 refueling aircraft, showing they were en route to Europe. Two American officials said the aircraft were being repositioned to provide President Donald Trump with additional options, according to Reuters. The Nimitz, which is the oldest aircraft carrier in the world and set to be decommissioned next year, was scheduled to replace the USS Carl Vinson, which is currently in the Arabian Sea, but is now coming ahead of schedule. The two aircraft carrier strike groups will reportedly be present at the same time as the only United States carriers in the Middle East. IRAN’S SUPREME LEADER RESPONDS TO ISRAEL’S ATTACK A reception scheduled for the Nimitz in Vietnam on June 20 has reportedly been canceled. Griffin notes that the USS Nimitz’s presence amid Iran’s conflict with an American ally is significant, as it was also deployed in 1980 to help rescue American hostages held at the United States Embassy in Tehran during the failed Operation Eagle Claw. RUBIO SAYS UNITED STATES NOT INVOLVED, WARNS IRAN AGAINST ATTACKING U.S. PERSONNEL Aircraft tankers are essential in refueling aircraft for long-range strikes. On Sunday night, Trump encouraged Iran and Israel to “make a deal.” “We will have PEACE, soon, between Israel and Iran!” Trump posted on Truth Social. “Many calls and meetings now taking place. I do a lot, and never get credit for anything, but that’s OK, the PEOPLE understand. MAKE THE MIDDLE EAST GREAT AGAIN!” Speaking to Fox News’s Bret Baier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he is fighting a war to stop Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. ISRAEL ELIMINATES IRAN’S REVOLUTIONARY GUARD COMMANDER IN STRIKE, SAYS IRANIAN MEDIA “Once they go that route, it’s too late,” Netanyahu said. “We will have a second Holocaust — a nuclear Holocaust. We already had one in the previous century. The Jewish state is not going to have the Holocaust on the Jewish people. Never again is now, and we have to act now.” Netanyahu said he gave the Iranians a chance to make a nuclear deal with Trump, but it became clear to both him and the United States that Iran was not serious. “They basically strung everyone along and it was clear to us that the talks were going nowhere,” Netanyahu said. According to the Israeli Defense Forces, one-third of Iranian missile launchers have been destroyed, and Netanyahu announced on Monday that the Israeli Air Force “controls the skies over Tehran.”

Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) blamed President Donald Trump for the shootings that took place in Minnesota, apparently targeting Democratic lawmakers in politically motivated attacks — and CNN anchor John Berman gave him no pushback. Merkley joined Berman on Monday morning, just hours after it was announced that the suspect in the case had been apprehended, and he immediately pivoted to attack Trump when asked about the political climate in the country. WATCH: In an unbelievable moment just now on CNN, Democrat Senator Jeff Merkley just blamed President Trump for the weekend shootings of Minnesota lawmakers. “I feel like Trump has really popped the lid off of the rhetoric and the the sense of hate and violence, and promoted this type… pic.twitter.com/v58LSfTyZ5 — DeVory Darkins (@devorydarkins) June 16, 2025 Berman set Merkley up for the attack, framing his question about the Minnesota shootings in such a way as to suggest that the political climate was responsible for driving the shooter to act. “There was a state representative, Democratic leader, of the state legislature in Minnesota killed over the weekend, a state senator shot,” Berman began. “How would you describe the political atmosphere in this country this morning?” “I feel like Trump has really popped the lid off of the rhetoric and the sense of hate and violence, and promoted this type of environment,” Merkley said, suggesting several times that the threats were only coming from the right. “It’s profoundly disturbing for all of us. We have seen increased threats across the country, you’re probably familiar with the pizza threats, we’ve seen more of that where pizzas or other food is delivered to people’s families that they haven’t ordered just to say from the right-wing, we know who you are, we know where you live.” “I can tell you all of our families feel a greatly heightened sense — let me just say my heart goes out to the families in Minnesota. How horrific — horrific for the whole country, but particularly we’re holding the folks in Minnesota in our hearts,” he added.

At 52 years old, actor Eric Dane is suddenly faced with his mortality. The Gray’s Anatomy Star sat down with Diane Sawyer for the first time since announcing his amyotrophic lateral sclerosis diagnosis. The segment will air during Good Morning America on June 16, but ABC News shared a clip ahead of the interview. A somber Eric told Diane the news continues to shake him. “I wake up every day and I’m immediately reminded that this is happening,” Eric Dane said. “It’s not a dream.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prime Video (@primevideo) Eric Dane Shared His ALS Diagnosis in April Eric Dane, a father of two and husband to Rebecca Gayheart, shared the news in April through a statement to People. “I have been diagnosed with ALS,” he revealed. “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter.”  Eric asked for time to digest the devastating news. “I kindly ask that you give my family and I privacy during this time,” he shared in his statement. In the upcoming interview, Diane Sawyer asks the Euphoria star who he called first following the diagnosis. Eric Dane looked at her through tears, clearly heartbroken at the memory. The clip ends on a bit of a cliffhanger. There is no cure for ALS, but the ALS Association works every day to help those living with the degenerative disease. ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. ‘Amyotrophic’ comes from the Greek language. ‘A’ means no. ‘Myo’ refers to muscle.  ‘Trophic’ means nourishment. So, amyotrophic means’ no muscle nourishment,’ and when a muscle has no nourishment, it ‘atrophies. or wastes away,” the ALS Association explains. “‘ Lateral’ identifies the areas in a person’s spinal cord where portions of the nerve cells that signal and control the muscles are located. As this area degenerates, it leads to scarring or hardening (‘sclerosis’) in the region.” This story’s featured image is by DFree via Shutterstock. The post Eric Dane Sits Down With Diane Sawyer For First Interview Since Devastating ALS Diagnosis appeared first on InspireMore.

One of the last remaining Little Rascals actresses and acclaimed yodeler, Betsy Gay, passed away on June 13. Betsy made a name for herself during the Golden Age of Hollywood, starring as Alfalfa’s girlfriend Effie in the Little Rascals. Betsy’s friend, Robert Satterfield, broke the news on Facebook. “I am so sorry to report my friend Elizabeth Cashen passed away yesterday in Bakersfield, CA. Elizabeth, was better known as child actress and singer Betsy Gay (February 2, 1929-June 13, 2025). She appeared in ‘The Pinch Singer,’ ‘Arbor Day,’ ‘Our Gang Follies of 1938’ and ‘Came the Brawn’ with the Our Gang Comedies,’ he wrote. “Other projects included: ‘The Adventures Of Tom Sawyer’ (1938); ‘Mystery Plane’ (1939); ‘At The Circus’ (1939); ‘Bachelor Daddy’ (1941); ‘What’s Buzzin’, Cousin’ (1943) and ‘The Spike Jones Show’ TV-Series (1954).” Betsy Gay married Thomas Cashen in 1954, and they were married until his death in 2005. The couple shared five children. Betsy Gay a child star during the Golden Age of Hollywood best known for her involvement with the Little Rascals taking on the role of Effie, Alfalfa's girlfriend. She spent a handful of years with the group before branching out to other TV and films.https://t.co/vOsKmetXSR pic.twitter.com/WimmavIOoj— Pete Salisbury @Tuckerpete (@Tuckerpete) June 16, 2025 Betsy Gay Was a Champion Yodeler In addition to her acting career, Besty made a name for herself in the yodeling circuit. Her last public appearance was in a YouTube video for World Yodel Day in 2019. She smiled for the camera, looking thrilled to be part of the day. “Betsy attended the Sons of the Desert International Convention, Laurel and Hardywood in 2014 and was a part of the very last Little Rascals Reunion. She will be deeply missed,” Robert Satterfield wrote of Betsy Gay. “I remember passing through Downey, California, and seeing Betsy’s name on the marquee of a local club,” a fan wrote. “I was 20 at the time, and couldn’t get in to see her show. One of my life regrets.” Others shared their condolences with Robert following Betsy Gay’s death. “So sorry to lose her! Thank you for sharing so many wonderful pictures,” a fan wrote. “My deepest condolences,” someone shared. This person agreed, writing simply, “Very sad news.” Betsy was 96. This story’s featured image is by John Springer Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images. The post Legendary “Little Rascals” Star Dies At 96 appeared first on InspireMore.

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It was perhaps the biggest day of his sporting life and J.J Spaun had to wake up early to get medicine after his daughter started vomiting at 3 a.m.—but his performance at the U.S. Open ultimately did not suffer. After three days of competition, Spaun was only one shot behind the leader heading into the […] The post Dad Golfer Wins US Open at 150:1 Odds, After Running to Get Medicine for Sick Daughter appeared first on Good News Network.