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One Direction's Heartfelt Tributes to Liam Payne: Songs That Tell a Story New

One Direction's Heartfelt Tributes to Liam Payne: Songs That Tell a Story

The surviving members of One Direction have each found their own way to honor their late bandmate, Liam Payne, in the wake of his untimely death. Payne, who rose to fame as a member of the British boy band alongside Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Zayn Malik, died in October 2024 after suffering a fatal fall from an Argentina hotel balcony. He was 31. Investigators later determined that Payne had multiple substances in his system at the time of the fall, including cocaine and benzodiazepine. Weeks after his death, Payne’s surviving bandmates attended his emotional funeral in England as they grieved his loss. Scroll below to learn how the former One Direction members have honored their late bandmate with music: 'What Is Enough' by Harry Styles Harry Styles marked the two-year anniversary of Payne's death, debuting a previously unreleased song at his October 16 New York City concert. “I feel incredibly proud when I get to look up there and see my name up there,” Styles told the crowd of performing at Madison Square Garden. “There are so many people in my life, friends and people that I’ve worked with, that I wouldn’t have been able to do this without. And two years ago today, I lost one of those friends.” 'End of an Era' by Niall Horan Niall Horan released his own musical tribute to his former bandmate in May 2026. “It’s a song of loss and fear of loss and the end of an era. It’s sad [and] one verse is sad, and one verse is nostalgic,” Horan said on the “And the Writer Is” podcast at the time. “They’re two of the feelings I have when I think of Liam is sadness that he’s not with us anymore, but also looking back at … the good times of growing up together.” 'Dark to Light' by Louis Tomlinson Louis Tomlinson opened up about his own deeply personal track during a January 2026 appearance on the Zach Sang Show. “‘Dark to Light’ was written in Costa Rica. I want to say we were in Costa Rica for about three or four weeks and that was definitely the last week," Tomlinson recalled. "The intention with this record was to have a lot of light, no pun intended, but to have a lot of light. We didn't really have a lot of shade on the record. So, we felt like there was a need for something a little bit more emotional." Tomlinson had sent songwriter Dave Gibson "five pages of thoughts that [he] had," including a line that "the record should go from dark to light." "That's one of [my] prouder moments on the record," he added. "It's definitely the moment that we get a little bit more raw." While Tomlinson wanted to leave the song's interpretation open for "people to draw their own conclusions," he confirmed the lyrics were written about an unidentified friend widely presumed to be Payne. "I suppose just a story of a friend that maybe feels under-appreciated and you just reminded them of your love for them," Tomlinson said. "It can definitely feels therapeutic. It's nice to get these things off your chest. It's also nice to almost feels like manifesting them in a weird way if you want to share your love for someone, but I couldn't." Zayn Malik's Tour Dedication Zayn Malik used his tour stage to pay tribute to Payne, delivering an emotional dedication during his November 2024 concert in Leeds. Ahead of Malik’s encore, the lights flickered off and back on. When the power returned, a memorial graphic was shown on the wall. “Liam Payne 1993-2024,” the sign read. “Love you bro ❤️.” This story was compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.

Oct 18, 2026
OnlyFans Star CeCe Rose Battles 371 Fake Accounts in Shocking Scam New

OnlyFans Star CeCe Rose Battles 371 Fake Accounts in Shocking Scam

See more of our coverage in your search results. An OnlyFans star says she’s the “most catfished woman on the internet” — revealing that she’s hired security teams that spend their days taking down hundreds of accounts pretending to be her to scam her fans.CeCe Rose, 27, who has over 2.2 million Instagram followers and makes millions a year on OnlyFans, claims she’s been relentlessly impersonated by ill-intentioned fraudsters who prey on her fans for cash.“It’s gotten so bad, to the point that just the other day, my team found 371 fake accounts,” Rose, of Toronto, revealed to The Post Thursday.CeCe Rose said her heart breaks for the fans who fall for the scams. Jam Press/@cecerose“I’ve heard stories where somebody genuinely believed they were in a serious relationship with ‘me,’ including believing we were going to meet or have a future together one day.”While she said impersonating creators has become an increasingly pressing problem across the board — with the US Federal Trade Commission reporting that Americans lost a staggering $3.5 billion to imposter scams in 2025 — she said the scale of the scheme targeting her and her fans is “unfathomable.”“At the end of the day, being on social media, everyone has fake accounts pop up. But out of the people in my circle, it’s nothing compared to the quantity,” she said. Rose first discovered this was problem in 2023, when a frustrated fan messaged her on OnlyFans accusing her of stealing his money and ghosting him.She then realized there was a slew of accounts using her photos and videos to lure her followers off mainstream apps like Instagram and TikTok onto messaging platforms like Telegram, Zangi and WhatsApp.One of her admirers told her he lost $80,000 to an impersonator.Rose claims hundreds of accounts are taken down each day. Jam Press/@cecerose“He drained his bank account trying to support ‘my ambitions’ — the fake scammer’s ambitions or whatever story they were feeding to him,” she recalled. “And I imagine the stories I’m not hearing. [The scammers] are probably making more money than me.” And as AI becomes more and more advanced, Rose is worried more men will fall for devastating schemes.Most of the people who have fallen victim to her catfish tend to be older, she explained, but she wouldn’t be surprised if younger fans are also falling for scams but are to embarrassed to speak up.“I always make it clear they shouldn’t feel ashamed,” she said. Rose said AI is further complicating the elaborate schemes. Jam Press/@cecerose“If somebody has spent months believing they’re building a genuine relationship, finding out the entire thing was fake can be devastating.” Rose said her teams have successfully tracked down at least one person suspected of using her identity to lure in her fans. The situation is still under investigation.To her fans, Rose warned that she’d never come crawling to them for cash.“I won’t message you asking for money. That’s the most important thing: I will never come to you begging for anything,” she said.

Oct 18, 2026
Miley Cyrus's Tearful Tribute to Dolly Parton Captivates Fans New

Miley Cyrus's Tearful Tribute to Dolly Parton Captivates Fans

See more of our coverage in your search results. She’ll always love her.Miley Cyrus was overcome with emotion while paying tribute to her late godmother, Dolly Parton, during a concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles Friday night.The “Flowers” singer broke down in tears as she reflected on her special bond with the country music legend, who died in August at age 80.“Me and Dolly, we are eternal. Nothing in this life could ever tear us apart,” Cyrus told the crowd, which included famous faces like Selena Gomez and Christina Aguilera, according to video footage from the performance.“And I’m going to see her again. And I can’t f–king wait because I miss her,” she added, wiping tears from her eyes with a tissue.Miley Cyrus shed tears while paying tribute to Dolly Parton during a concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles Friday night, as seen above. @itsalexmars/ tiktokParton, who was Cyrus’ godmother, died in August at age 80. (They’re pictured together above.) Vijat Mohindra/NBC via Getty ImagesThe Grammy winner, 33, then launched into an emotional rendition of Parton’s 1973 hit “Jolene” as an image of her beloved “Aunt Dolly” appeared behind her onstage.Before the performance, Cyrus shared a touching and funny memory of the only time she had watched Parton perform live as a member of the audience.The former Disney Channel star recalled asking her godmother to let her enjoy one of her Hollywood Bowl concerts without being pulled onstage to perform alongside her. However, Parton had other plans. Despite agreeing to let Cyrus enjoy the show as a regular fan, the “9 to 5” singer kicked off her performance with “The Best of Both Worlds,” the theme song from Cyrus’ hit Disney Channel series, “Hannah Montana.”Cyrus reflected on her special bond with the country music legend. @itsalexmars/ tiktok“Me and Dolly, we are eternal. Nothing in this life could ever tear us apart,” Cyrus told the crowd. @itsalexmars/ tiktokParton then proudly announced to the entire audience that her famous goddaughter was sitting among them — much to Cyrus’ embarrassment.Looking back on the sweet moment, Cyrus explained that she now cherishes the memory more than ever. She also told the audience that she could still feel Parton’s presence, despite the devastating loss.“I feel her more now than ever,” she said.The “Wrecking Ball” hitmaker later honored Parton again during the concert by holding a heart-shaped framed photo of the music icon.Parton, who was a longtime friend of Cyrus’ father, Billy Ray Cyrus, became the pop star’s godmother when she was born in 1992. Getty Images for The Recording AcademyThe two maintained a close relationship throughout the years, frequently performing together and publicly gushing over their admiration for one another. Vijat Mohindra/NBCParton, who was a longtime friend of Cyrus’ father, Billy Ray Cyrus, became the pop star’s godmother when she was born in 1992.The two maintained a close relationship throughout the years, frequently performing together and publicly gushing over their admiration for one another.Parton also famously appeared as Aunt Dolly on “Hannah Montana.”The country music icon died on Aug. 25 following a battle with cancer. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Oct 18, 2026
Carrot Top's Emotional Message After Hospitalization Shocks Fans New

Carrot Top's Emotional Message After Hospitalization Shocks Fans

Comedian Scott “Carrot Top” Thompson is speaking out after his hospitalization for an alleged suicide attempt. “I’m truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, prayers, and well wishes I’ve received over the past couple of weeks,” Thompson, 61, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, October 17, publicly commenting on his health issue for the first time. “Every message, text, and kind thought has meant more to me than you know,” the comedian continued in the post. “While I haven’t been able to respond to everyone individually, please know that I’ve felt your love and appreciate each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart. Thank you for being there for me during this time. It truly means the world to me.” Thompson ended his post — which was accompanied by a picture featuring the comedian performing on stage — by highlighting his upcoming Las Vegas show at the famed Luxor Hotel & Casino on Monday, October 19. Thompson was hospitalized in Las Vegas after the incident, which has been widely reported as a suicide attempt. As a result, several of his comedy shows were subsequently canceled. (Carrot Top has headlined a residency at Las Vegas’ Luxor Casino since 2005.) https://www.instagram.com/p/DemtM3nN6e2/ “Mr. Thompson is recovering in the hospital and is receiving the care and support he needs,” Thompson’s rep Jami Schlicher said in a statement shortly after the incident. “His family and those closest to him are deeply grateful for the concern, prayers and respectfully ask for privacy.” Two days after his hospitalization, Schlicher gave an update on Thompson’s condition. “Scott remains hospitalized and under close medical care,” Schlicher told Entertainment Weekly in a September 20 statement. “He is now awake, breathing on his own and continuing to improve, surrounded by his family and those closest to him.” The statement continued at the time, “Humor has always been such an important part of who Scott is and how he connects with people, and that remains true today as he shares moments of humor with the medical staff caring for him. Many messages from fans have been shared with Scott, including stories from people about how his comedy helped them through difficult periods in their own lives.” A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department report, obtained by Us on September 25, detailed what allegedly occurred when police responded to a medical dispatch call about an alleged suicidal male at Thompson’s Las Vegas home on September 18 at 4:21pm. According to the report, Daniel O’Leary — who described himself as Thompson’s tour manager — was at the scene and stated that a news article broke at approximately 3:20pm covering a lawsuit that was filed against Thompson, accusing him of sexual misconduct. O’Leary described Thompson’s behavior as upset, claiming the comedian made comments expressing his concern that his shows were going to be canceled in the wake of the allegations. Thompson told him that he hoped a female third party (who was redacted in the report) and her daughter “would be okay” without him. Thompson subsequently hung up before texting O’Leary one word — “done.” Per the report, O’Leary was not able to reach Thompson after this text message. O’Leary then called the female and informed her about the article and their conversation and asked her to go check on Thompson. She “arrived at the residence and observed the doors open to the home.” After looking for Thompson, the woman eventually located Thompson “in the backyard, next to the pool, unconscious.” According to her statement, the woman then “ immediately called for help.” If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

Oct 18, 2026
Boston School Security Director Sparks Outrage After Shocking Allegations New

Boston School Security Director Sparks Outrage After Shocking Allegations

See more of our coverage in your search results. A Boston school security director has been charged with the sickening rape of a woman who was found naked and terrified on the side of a road on Martha’s Vineyard minutes after the alleged attack, officials said.Edward Brown, 27, was arraigned on Oct. 13 on a rape charge for the heinous sexual assault of the woman on Aug. 15, according to a press release from the Cape and Island District Attorney’s Office. He’s pleaded not guilty.He was arrested on Oct. 9 at Boston Latin Academy, where he works as an assistant security director, the Oaks Bluff Police Department announced.A woman was allegedly raped inside the barracks by Edward Brown, who was visiting a friend there. Boston Globe via Getty ImagesJust before 1 a.m. on the day of the alleged attack, police received two calls about a naked woman in distress on the side of the road near the Massachusetts State Police barracks — where the rape allegedly occurred.She was rushed to Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, where she explained to police the horrors she had allegedly endured at the hands of Brown.She said she was a bar called The Ritz with her friend when Brown approached her, groped her backside and tried buying her a drink, according to the DA’s office and CBS News. Brown was allegedly staying the night at the Massachusetts State Police barracks with his friend, who is a trooper working on the island, CBS news reported.Police said the woman told them that she remembered nothing that happened at the bar after Brown allegedly approached her, and that the next thing she said she remembered was waking up with him on top of her in an unfamiliar location.“She woke up face down and naked in a bed, she tried to get up but the man came back into the room and forced himself on her. The man held her down by the neck,” a prosecutor said in court on Tuesday, according to Boston 25 News.Edward Brown worked as a security guard at Boston Latin Academy. Boston Globe via Getty ImagesAfter she managed to escape, she claimed she ran down two flights of stairs to leave the building and ended up on the road. People found her a few minutes later.The alleged victim is from Ireland, where she has since returned, MV Times reported.During the hearing, prosecutors referenced four police reports filed against Brown from March to August, involving two harassment complaints by his ex-girlfriends, Boston 25 News reported. Both women were granted restraining orders, and one of them remains active, prosecutors said. Prosecutors also alleged that Brown had cocaine on him when he was arrested.But Brown’s attorney Anthony R. Ellison argued that he’d never before been charged with a crime and said he was an upstanding citizen.He worked at the school for two years. Boston Globe via Getty ImagesBrown has posted $10,000 bond and was released on the conditions that he stays away from the alleged victim and witnesses, and checks in with probation. He’s due back in court on Dec. 3 for a pre-trial hearing, according to the DA’s office.Brown has been placed on an administrative leave from Boston Public Schools and is awaiting a termination hearing. He has worked as an assistant security director in the district for the past two years, earning a $117,000 annual salary.“These allegations are absolutely horrific,” Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said, per Boston 25 News.“We need to ensure that every single one of our students and our school communities has high standards with safety and support surround them so obviously we are incredibly disturbed.”“Mr. Brown has entered a plea of not guilty and professed his innocence. There is more than one side to a story. We trust the judicial process and we anticipate presenting our case before the court,” Ellison told The Post. The Massachusetts State Police did not return a request for comment.

Oct 17, 2026
Harry Shum Jr.'s Heartfelt Call for Joy Amid DWTS Controversy New

Harry Shum Jr.'s Heartfelt Call for Joy Amid DWTS Controversy

Harry Shum Jr. is issuing a poignant message about Dancing With the Stars amid online discourse surrounding season 35. “Reminder that this is a dance show. It is supposed to be joyous,” Shum, 44, wrote via Instagram on Friday, October 16. “People are suffering in the world already, so let’s celebrate each other with more love. I’ll go first.” In subsequent slides, the Grey’s Anatomy actor paid each of his fellow DWTS celebrity contestants a compliment – or two — regarding their respective ballroom journeys. “Guillermo [Rodriguez] — how you rallied the people at home and even us on the show to celebrate what dance should mean to people,” Shum added of the Jimmy Kimmel Live! personality, who was eliminated during Super Bowl Night on Tuesday, October 13. “The joy was bursting through every step you took. I love you, man.” Shum further noted that he enjoys speaking to Connor Wood “about anything” before watching his entertaining routines. “It feels like a kid getting to do the thing you’ve always wanted to do, but never got a chance to,” he added of the comedian, 31, going on to praise Tatyana Ali’s focus and inspirational journey in the ballroom. “You’ve been an advocate for mothers holding on to their joy while doing one of the hardest jobs on the planet — being a mother. You continue to reveal parts of you that we may not have known. Your dances on the stage inspire so many people.” Shum also marveled at Jackson Olson for balancing DWTS with his Savannah Bananas game schedule, Maura Higgins’ onstage elegance, Amber Glenn’s commitment, as well as Tyler Cameron’s “confidence and smoothness.” He also felt “so happy” watching Julia Stiles revisit her Save the Last Dance routine on Tuesday and is completely in awe of Paralympian Ezra Frech. “I’m just blown away by your charisma and ability to move the way you do,” Shum gushed about Frech, 21. “You have an aura that oozes confidence, and the fact that you’re only 21 with this level of maturity is inspiring to many. You’re showing people that limitations exist only in your mind and you shatter those limitations every time you hit the stage.” In addition, Shum praised how “powerhouse” Jenna Dewan handles DWTS feedback. “Watching you take criticism with grace and just laying it all out on the dance floor each week, I go, ‘That’s the Jenna I know and love,’” he added before concluding with a message to himself. “[I’m] proud of you for not letting anyone take your light and spark away no matter how much they try. Keep being you.” Shum recently danced a samba with pro partner Jenna Johnson on Tuesday, inspired by Usher’s 2024 Super Bowl halftime show. The routine, however, was criticized by the judges for its technical mishaps and an illegal lift. (Two members of the troupe helped Shum complete a backflip mid-routine, moments before Johnson’s foot appeared to come off the floor while completing a one-legged spin.) After Johnson, 32, questioned whether she accidentally included a lift in the routine against the rules, judge Carrie Ann Inaba defended her take. “A lift is — I just need to say it — any movement during which one of the dancers has both feet off the floor at the same time with the assistance or support of their partner,” Inaba, 58, read aloud a printed definition. “Yeah. Lift.” Johnson has since cleared the air with Inaba, while the two-time mirrorball champ’s husband, Val Chmerkovskiy, appeared to threaten to slap the judge in defense of his wife. Chmerkovskiy, 40, ultimately publicly apologized for his remarks. “I have reached out to Carrie Ann to apologize directly and personally and I also want to apologize publicly as I understand my words affect so many outside our internal DWTS family,” he wrote in a Thursday, October 15, statement shared via social media. “I should never have made the reference that I did and I deeply regret it. I recognize that I am in a fortunate position to have a platform and to be a role model to some.” He concluded, “I need to treat that with more care by actively pausing to think before I post to ensure what I am sharing aligns with who I am, and who I want to be for you all.” Dancing With the Stars airs on ABC Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET.

Oct 17, 2026
Katie Zacharia's Surprising Praise for Trump After White House Exit New

Katie Zacharia's Surprising Praise for Trump After White House Exit

See more of our coverage in your search results. Ex-White House press secretary Katie Zacharia had nothing but kind words to say about President Trump hours after she left her post following just five days in the role.“President Trump is a kind, wonderful, gracious, thoughtful, enthusiastic, and hardworking man. I wish more Americans appreciated him,” she posted on X. “No one will ever make America great the way he has and continues to. It was an honor to work for him.”The post included a photo of Zacharia smiling while standing next to Trump as he sat at the Resolute Desk inside the Oval Office during her brief tenure, with a map on the president’s desk that had its details blurred out. “President Trump is a kind, wonderful, gracious, thoughtful, enthusiastic, and hardworking man. I wish more Americans appreciated him,” White House press secretary Katie Zacharia captioned her post. It had 7.2 million views as of Saturday morning. In a sign of the rapid disintegration of her tenure, the post “pinned” to the top of her account Oct. 9 had screen shots of Trump congratulating her on her appointment as press secretary.She left her post Friday after a pair of shaky interviews on Fox News.On Thursday, she appeared on Sean Hannity’s program where the host said her first and only White House press briefing had been “widely panned” and questioned her decision to label herself as an “attorney” despite failing to pass the California bar after graduating from law school.During a Friday morning interview on “Fox & Friends,” she struggled to deliver talking points about the search of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s (D-Minn.) home and wasn’t able to say when her next press briefing would occur.Hours later, Trump publicly urged her to reconsider her role, telling the reporters before departing the White House for a rally, “I’ve watched her for years on television, but I said, ‘Is this for you, Katie? Because honestly, you don’t need this.’”Zacharia isn’t out entirely: a source familiar with the situation said she would be transitioning to a new role, and she was to have dined Friday night with Vice President JD Vance. Zacharia during her first press briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, Oct. 16, 2026. MediaPunch / BACKGRIDThe Wall Street Journal reported that Zacharia was sitting with the paper for a White House interview Friday when she was summoned away to learn that her assignment had ended. She didn’t return to the interview.Among those mentioned as possible successors is CNN commentator Scott Jennings, who is close to White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.Asked on air Friday if he was interested in the job, Jennings diverted, saying “I haven’t spoken to anybody about it tonight or today.”

Oct 17, 2026
Bonnie Wright Welcomes Baby No. 2 and Shares Heartfelt Message New

Bonnie Wright Welcomes Baby No. 2 and Shares Heartfelt Message

Bonnie Wright and her husband, Andrew Lococo, are celebrating a magical new addition following the birth of their second baby. "Say hello to our son Aster Sky Wright Lococo born at home on the 28th September ���� named after the star-shaped flower," Wright, 35, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, October 17, introducing her newborn. "Our little star has been showered in love by his big brother Elio. Thank you universe for my loving bundle of boys! Wright — who is best known for her role as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter film franchise — announced in April that she was pregnant and expecting baby No. 2. “Two babies on my lap ��,” she captioned an Instagram photo of son Elio lying on her as her growing bump peeked out from beneath her T-shirt. “Our second little earthling [is] joining us this autumn!!” The following month, Wright shared an update on her pregnancy journey. “Second pregnancy definitely hits different,” she wrote in a May Instagram post. “My energy being pulled in one direction by my toddler and the other by growing tiny organs in my body. Doubling the blood flowing through my body. Feeling nauseous or dizzy. Searching for connection … Waiting for them to connect with me. Show me who they are and who they are expanding me to become. All an unknown. An unravelling. A never ending journey ��.” Wright and Lococo — who tied the knot in March 2022 — became first-time parents when they welcomed son Elio in September 2023. “Say hello to Elio Ocean Wright Lococo, [he was] born at home on Tuesday 19th September,” she announced via Instagram at the time. “We’re all healthy and happy. Andrew and I are so in love with our sun! So grateful for our birth team that have held our hands throughout and made the journey so joyous and expanding.” After declaring that “birth is the wildest experience,” Wright credited Lococo with being her “rock” throughout the delivery. “I squeezed onto you so tight and you never wavered,” she added. “Elio has the most tender loving papa.” One year later, Wright revealed that she hoped her son would explore the world of Harry Potter at some point in the future, though she had one condition for him watching the beloved films. “I mean, I can’t force it on him, but I’m definitely gonna positively encourage reading it,” she exclusively told Us Weekly in September 2024. “I hope to read it to him … but I definitely will make sure we read the books before we watch the movies. Could be like reading a book, [then] watching a movie. But I’m definitely gonna make sure we go through the books. I also remember growing up with the audiobooks, so maybe the audiobooks would be nice.”

Oct 17, 2026
Tragic Encounter: 71-Year-Old Fisherman Killed by Massive Alligator in Florida New

Tragic Encounter: 71-Year-Old Fisherman Killed by Massive Alligator in Florida

A 71-year-old man was fatally savaged by a 12-foot alligator while fishing on the shoreline in Florida on Friday afternoon.The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission identified the victim as Steven Hamilton of Winter Garden, according to FOX35.Emergency crews rushed to the scene at around 5 p.m. after Hamilton was mauled by the beast while on the shoreline of Lake Apopka, 15 miles northwest of Orlando. A 71-year-old fisherman was killed by a 12-foot alligator while standing on the shoreline in Winter Garden, Florida.Other active alligators were in the water, making it difficult to rescue Hamilton, whose body was recovered at 7 p.m, Winter Garden Fire Chief Jose Gainza told the outlet.The 11.8-foot alligator was captured and killed by FWC trappers. Reporters claimed they heard a “loud bang,” which Winter Garden Police Captain Michael Mason said was the noise of the alligator being “removed as a danger to the public.”Lake Apopka is home to one of the largest American alligator populations in Central Florida.

Oct 17, 2026
Melissa Gilbert's Cryptic Message After Timothy Busfield's Case Dismissal Sparks Buzz New

Melissa Gilbert's Cryptic Message After Timothy Busfield's Case Dismissal Sparks Buzz

Melissa Gilbert shared a cryptic message with her followers amid a fresh update in her husband’s legal proceedings. The same day that news broke on Friday, October 16, that a judge had dismissed Timothy Busfield’s indictment on child sexual abuse charges, Gilbert, 62, took to social media. “So shines a good deed in a weary world,” read a message shared via her Instagram grid on Friday. Posting to her Instagram Story, Gilbert also shared the New York Times’ coverage of her husband’s case. The publication’s headline reads, “Judge Dismisses Child Sexual Abuse Charges Against Timothy Busfield.” According to court documents obtained by Us on Friday, Judge Joseph Montaño granted Busfield’s motion to quash the indictment on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor. “The prosecuting attorney failed to act in a fair and impartial manner, including the failure to properly instruct the grand jury on the law for calling witnesses and in instructing the grand jurors on a procedure that effectively withheld requested witnesses,” the judge wrote in court documents, citing prosecutorial misconduct and errors that compromised the legal process. “In doing so, the grand jury proceedings were conducted in a manner that violated grand jury statutes designed to protect the structural integrity of our grand jury system and the presumption of prejudice applies.” However, the state remains free to institute new criminal proceedings against Busfield, 69, per the filing. “Our office has received the order and is evaluating our options to determine how we will proceed,” Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office spokesperson Nancy Laflin said in a statement to People. Us has reached out to Busfield’s team for additional comment. Gilbert has been supportive of Busfield, who was first indicted on child sex abuse charges by a grand jury in February. The actor was accused of touching a child actor inappropriately in incidents that allegedly occurred on the set of The Cleaning Lady between late 2022 and early 2024, according to the Albuquerque Police Department affidavit obtained by Us. (The West Wing actor has pleaded not guilty to the charges.) Shortly after her husband’s arrest, a rep for Gilbert said, in a statement, “During this period, her focus is on supporting and caring for their very large family as they navigate this moment. Melissa stands with and supports her husband and will address the public at an appropriate time.” Gilbert also defended Busfield in an interview with Good Morning America’s George Stephanopoulos in April. “[He’s] the last person in the world who would hurt a child. And believe me, if I thought for a second that Tim Busfield hurt a child, he’d have a lot more to worry about than prison,” Gilbert said at the time. She added, “I am 100 percent confident he will be exonerated.” If you or someone you know is experiencing child abuse, call or text Child Help Hotline at 1-800-422-4453.

Oct 17, 2026
Why One in Four US Teachers Are Considering Quitting

Why One in Four US Teachers Are Considering Quitting

See more of our coverage in your search results. A class of their own.One in four US public school teachers said they are likely to quit within the next year — as only a third of them feel appreciated, according to a concerning new survey. Just 35% of K-12 educators say they “matter a great deal” at their school, while almost one in five (19%) say they don’t matter much or at all, according to a report released Wednesday by the Walton Family Foundation, Gallup, and the Mattering Institute.Among those teachers who feel like they don’t matter, more than two-thirds (68%) described themselves as frequently burned out, and fewer than half planned to remain in education, the survey found.Teachers at private, independent, or charter schools, meanwhile, were far more likely than their public school counterparts to believe they matter a great deal. Only a third of public school teachers feel they “matter a great deal,” a new survey found. Ivan – stock.adobe.comEducators who teach special education were also more likely than those teaching other subjects to feel they matter a great deal.Age was also a major factor in job satisfaction among teachers.Almost half (47%) of teachers 60 or older said they mattered a great deal, compared with 31-to-34% among younger age groups.An astonishing one in four public school teachers said they were either very (12%) or somewhat (13%) likely to leave their current job within the next year.Just over half (52%) of educators said they plan to remain in the classroom for the rest of their careers, while 12% said they don’t plan to remain in the profession and 24% said they were unsure.The study found that those teachers who felt like they mattered were far more likely to say they wanted to stay in the field throughout their careers. Half of educators plan to quit the profession. Framestock – stock.adobe.comOver a third (41%) of educators with low investment scores said they were likely to leave, compared with 24% with moderate scores and just 12% with high investment scores.“The findings of our study reveal a troubling gap,” said The Mattering Institute founder Jennifer Wallace.“Too few of America’s K–12 educators feel they truly matter. But they also point to a path forward, with simple, research-backed practices that school leaders, parents and communities can use to help educators feel valued, supported, and able to see the difference they make,” she went on.“The people who help our children know they matter deserve to know they matter, too,” Wallace added.

Oct 17, 2026
Brooklyn Store's Unexpected Drama with Kelly Clarkson Sparks Public Debate

Brooklyn Store's Unexpected Drama with Kelly Clarkson Sparks Public Debate

Art of Play co-owner Adam Rubin is taken aback by the impact of Kelly Clarkson’s critical post on his Brooklyn home store. “Honestly, I have no experience with this. I have no idea how we move forward with it,” Rubin said in an interview with 1010 WINS on 92.3 FM on Tuesday, October 13. “I just want to say we hold no ill will against Kelly Clarkson. We invite her to come back and enjoy the store. But, we find her gross abuse of power completely reprehensible, and she should face social consequences.” On Saturday, October 10, Clarkson, 44, first spoke out about her experience visiting Art of Play in New York. “Just drove all the way to Brooklyn to check out this store I thought looked really rad and had a few things in mind to buy and literally was looked at as if I couldn’t afford it and was told he could find something comparable for me. Wow, dude. You’re an idiot and just lost a huge sale,” Clarkson wrote via X. “But y’all should go check out Art of Play in Brooklyn if you enjoy being treated like Julia Roberts’ character in Pretty Woman. For sure, check it out ��.” A back-and-forth proceeded with Clarkson and the store sharing their own recollection of events. While The Voice coach hasn’t spoken out since Sunday, October 11, Rubin’s latest interview indicates her words are still having an impact. “We have to turn the phone off,” he claimed. “A regular customer couldn’t get in touch with us if they wanted to. Superstars, they should be held responsible for yielding their power against someone who is just a normal person.” Clarkson — who has not asked her fans to do anything to the store — has maintained that a mechanical singing bird hanging on the wall of the store had a price tag of $15,000. Rubin, however, claims the bird is not for sale. “We work directly with these artisans. If somebody is interested, we can reach out to this artisan and talk about maybe then getting a similar version,” he claimed, recalling his exchange with the first-ever American Idol winner. “These things take years to build. They’re not sitting in a warehouse somewhere. They don’t have next-day delivery. That conversation was had. Clearly, there was some miscommunication.” In a separate interview with USA Today, Rubin said the mechanical singing bird, which is named Molly, now has an eight-figure price tag and costs $15 million. “We’ve raised the price due to popular demand,” he told the publication.

Oct 17, 2026