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Hidden harbor discovered at temple connected to Cleopatra in Egypt

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Egyptian archaeologists recently uncovered a hidden harbor at an ancient temple connected to Cleopatra VII – an unexpected find for historians. 

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery of the harbor on Sept. 18. It was found at the Temple of Taposiris Magna, about 30 miles west of Alexandria.

The temple, built in the Ptolemaic era, was dedicated to Osiris, the Egyptian god of the afterlife.

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Though the temple from the 3rd century B.C. was constructed two centuries before Cleopatra ruled, it was still in use by the time she took power. 

Cleopatra, who was respected in Egypt but vilified in Roman accounts, promoted the cult of Isis and Osiris, and artifacts from her rule have been found at the site.

Archaeologists in Egypt used survey data to reveal a submerged harbor connected to Cleopatra’s temple at Taposiris Magna. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

Officials say the harbor was connected to the temple and directly linked to the Mediterranean Sea. The harbor was protected by coral reefs, archaeologists found.

“Archaeologists also found stone and metal anchors of various sizes, along with large numbers of amphorae dating back to the Ptolemaic period,” the statement, translated from Arabic to English, added.

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“Research further showed that the ancient shoreline lies about 4 kilometers from today’s coast.”

Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, called the harbor a “significant scientific contribution to Egyptian maritime archaeology, especially since no ancient sources had previously mentioned it.”

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The submerged harbor at Taposiris Magna was protected by coral reefs, archaeologists from Egypt confirmed. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

“The findings not only enhance our understanding of the economic and religious structures of that era, but also confirm Egypt’s status as a global center of maritime activity for thousands of years,” he said.

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The discovery came a year after a similar excavation at the site yielded foundation deposits and a variety of artifacts, including funerary and ritual objects.

Sonar map of harbor near Temple of Taposiris Magna

Bathymetric scans show outlines of the submerged harbor at Taposiris Magna, once connected to Cleopatra’s temple. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

Last year, archaeologists found 337 coins – many containing a Cleopatra image – along with oil lamps, an amulet, and vessels for storing food and cosmetics.

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“The discoveries indicated that the temple walls were constructed in the 1st century B.C., with remains of an earlier Greek temple from the 4th century B.C. that was destroyed between the 2nd century B.C. and the beginning of the Roman era,” the ministry noted.

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Excavations at Taposiris Magna, seen here, have uncovered artifacts dating to Cleopatra’s rule, including coins and ceremonial objects. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

The discovery of the harbor is one of many recent archaeological finds across Egypt.

At a site called Tell el-Fara’in, archaeologists recently found multistory buildings from a lost Egyptian city.

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In August, archaeologists found two churches and a mural of Jesus at Kharga Oasis, an ancient settlement roughly 350 miles southwest of Cairo.

Domestic terrorism charges need a new hate crime law model for prosecutions

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The media continue to bend over backward to avoid the overtly political nature of the murders of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson — while President Donald Trump has taken the step of “designating” Antifa as a terrorist organization.  

So, with political violence on the rise — undeniably from the left — will we finally see federal terrorism charges against domestic actors committing political violence on the home front? Will the likes of Tyler Robinson and Luigi Mangione now face federal terrorism charges?  

Alas, as the law is currently constructed, we will not.  

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That should change. Not by simply “designating” domestic groups as terrorists; that actually won’t change anything when it comes to charging “domestic terrorism.” 

Charlie Kirk throws hats to the crowd after arriving at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, in Orem, Utah. (Trent Nelson/The Salt Lake Tribune/Getty Images)

No, there’s a simpler, less politically charged means available. And the blueprint is already proven.  

Some background: The way the federal law is structured now, only foreign groups can be designated as “terrorists.” The fear among legislators has been — and remains — that the ability to designate a domestic group as “terrorists” could be used as a cudgel by both sides of the political aisle.   

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As a result, federal prosecutors twist themselves into pretzels to charge violent acts committed by politically inspired actors on the home front. Mangione’s federal murder prosecution, for instance, rests on the foundation of a weak stalking statute; as of this writing, any federal case against Robinson would likely look similar. 

But is the process of “designation” — the pre-labeling of a group by the executive branch — actually necessary? Would it not be preferable to leave to the court process the decision as to whether violence committed for ideological purposes qualifies as “terrorism”?   

The model for how to do this exists already in the federal hate crime regime. Simply put, there are violent acts that qualify as “crimes-of-hate” if they are inspired by animus against certain groups on the basis of race, religion, etc.  

Whether you agree with hate crime statutes or not, they have survived legal scrutiny. So why not apply the same model to terrorism? 

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Here’s how it would go. First, there would be a list of various serious crimes that qualify. These would be either violent felony-level acts or the support or funding of such acts.  

Then, when charging that crime, the prosecutor would have to allege, and then prove, the perpetrator’s intention to influence government policy or coerce the civilian population (the federal definition of what constitutes “terrorism”).  

Luigi Mangione, suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, arrives at a heliport with members of the NYPD on December 19, 2024, in New York City.

Luigi Mangione, suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, arrives at a heliport with members of the NYPD on December 19, 2024, in New York City. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

And that’s it.  

In light of Robinson and Mangione, let’s use murder as an example. If the prosecutor can demonstrate that a murder has been committed with this requisite terroristic intent, the crime would then be charged as “murder as a crime of terrorism.”  

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Typically, the prosecutor would charge both regular “murder” and, also, the “murder as a crime of terrorism.” If the judge decides there is not enough evidence for the “terrorism” charge, he can knock it out right at the beginning of the trial process.  

If the charge survives the judge, the prosecutor has to then prove the whole shebang to a jury — not just the murder charge, but also the terroristic intent behind the killing.  

This, in fact, is how New York’s state terrorism laws are structured — and it works. A state judge, in fact, just knocked out the terrorism piece in the Mangione case, but the regular murder charge survives. 

So, why bother? If we can backdoor our way to at least some federal charges in many instances of political violence anyway, do we really need a new regime that invokes the “t” word?  

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We do. As a society, we recognize that ideological murder is a crime against more than simply the individual victim. It also impacts society writ large, and cuts to the heart of our shared social contract.  

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As such, these crimes should qualify for enhanced sentencing parameters, while, at the same time, taking politics out of the mix by letting a judge and jury control the process.  

As a result, federal prosecutors twist themselves into pretzels to charge violent acts committed by politically inspired actors on the home front. 

Is there still potential for politicization here? Sure. But there always is in the criminal justice system. To pretend otherwise is foolhardy.  

But what is also foolhardy is witnessing events like the murders of Charlie Kirk and Brian Thompson — and pretending they were not committed for political purposes. 

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It’s past time to stop lying to ourselves. We have a domestic terrorism problem — and yes, despite the Biden administration’s endless invocations of “White supremacy,” it is coming almost exclusively today from elements of an aggrieved, enraged left. 

It’s time to charge it so. 

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Zelenskyy says he’s ready to step down once Ukraine war ends completely

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has suggested he is ready to step down from office once Russia’s war on Ukraine ends.

During an interview with Axios Wednesday, the Ukrainian leader also maintained his primary focus remains achieving peace rather than securing another term.

“My goal is to finish the war,” Zelenskyy told Barak Ravid on The Axios Show following his address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York and before heading back to Kyiv.

When pressed on if Ukraine would hold elections during a ceasefire, Zelenskyy was firm.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy answers questions during an exclusive appearance on Fox News’ “Special Report” with Bret Baier. (Fox News)

“So do you commit that if tomorrow, President Putin agrees for a ceasefire of three months, six months, whatever you will push forward to go for elections in Ukraine?” Ravid asked. “Yes,” Zelenskyy responded.

When asked whether he envisioned leading Ukraine in peacetime, Zelenskyy again suggested his intent to step aside once the war is won. 

“If we will finish war with Russia? Yes,” Zelenskyy said, before clarifying that elections were not his personal ambition. 

“It’s not my goal, elections,” he explained. “I want it very much, in a very difficult period of time, to be with my country, help my country. Yes, that is what I wanted. My goal is to finish the war,” he stated.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 at Roma Convention Center La Nuvola, on July 10, 2025. (Antonio Masiello/Getty Image)

The Ukrainian leader’s remarks come as his country is under martial law, imposed since Russia’s full-scale invasion started in February 2022.  

Under martial law, elections can’t be held.

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Zelenskyy, first elected in 2019 in a landslide, would have seen his five-year term end in May 2024 if the war with Russia had not started. 

Now Zelenskyy has been in office for over six year which is beyond his original mandate. 

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Emma Bussey is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital. Before joining Fox, she worked at The Telegraph with the U.S. overnight team, across desks including foreign, politics, news, sport and culture. 

Stinging pink meanie jellyfish spotted washing ashore along Texas coast

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An unprecedented number of “pink meanie” jellyfish, a species that can grow up to 50 pounds with tentacles stretching as long as 70 feet, are washing ashore along the Texas coast. 

From Port Aransas to Corpus Christi, the surge in sightings is unlike anything recorded before, according to Jace Tunnell, a marine scientist at the Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

“I’ve never seen this many pink meanies, and I’m on the beach continuously for my beachcombing surveys, for over eight years now,” Tunnell told Fox News Digital. 

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“Plus, I grew up at the beach and had never seen one before this year,” he added.

The pink meanie is a relatively new discovery in Gulf waters. It was first noticed in the early 2000s and was mistaken for a lion’s mane jellyfish, according to marine life experts.

Pink meanie jellyfish, named for their “mean” behavior of eating other jellies, can grow up to 50 pounds and have tentacles stretching as long as 70 feet. (Jace Tunnell, Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi)

In 2011, DNA testing confirmed it was a different species and placed it in its own family — the first new jellyfish family in nearly a century.

“It got its name because of its pink color like cotton candy, and [the fact that] it aggressively eats other jellyfish, like the moon jelly, hence the ‘pink meanie,’” Tunnell said.

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The Gulf is currently experiencing a bloom of moon jellyfish, which are the pink meanie’s favorite food. 

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Pink meanies feed on moon jellyfish, which are currently in waters around the Texas coast. (Getty Images)

“We have a bloom of moon jellyfish going on right now, so I imagine that is why there are so many reports coming in about pink meanies, since that is their main food source,” Tunnell noted.

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“Beachgoers should be cautious around the jellyfish because they do have a sting, which can be painful for about 10 minutes and leave red marks on your skin for a couple of days,” he cautioned.

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The sting is not considered life-threatening, but it can be painful. If a person is stung, the U.S. Red Cross recommends getting out of the water, removing the tentacles with a gloved hand or tool, and rinsing with seawater. 

Jace Tunnell, Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, holding a pink meanie jellyfish in his hands

“I’ve never seen this many pink meanies,” Tunnell told Fox News Digital. (Jace Tunnell, Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi)

The organization says to then immerse the area in hot (but not scalding) water for about 20 minutes to ease pain, or to use another safe heat source if available. Avoid rubbing the sting and monitor for signs of allergic reaction or shock.

Pouring vinegar over the wound may also be an appropriate form of treatment, Tunnell added.

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“Pour vinegar over the sting area, since that will neutralize the stinging cells that hold the venom, then run warm water over the wound,” he advised.

Once cooler weather pushes in, experts predict that both the moon jellies and pink meanies are likely to disappear from Texas beaches.

Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

Road-legal flying car with vertical takeoffto begin airport testing

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You may soon drive to an airport, then fly home. Alef Aeronautics announced formal agreements with Half Moon Bay and Hollister airports to begin test operations of a road-legal, vertical-takeoff flying car. This vehicle will drive and then take off vertically, operating alongside other aircraft. Those airports now join the company’s three existing test locations, making five in total.

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Alef will start with its “Model Zero Ultralight” and eventually move to its commercial Model A. The Model A will drive, take off vertically, fly forward, land vertically and maneuver on both roads and runways. Alef will alert other aircraft before its carplanes move on the ground or in the air. The agreements also require conventional aircraft to retain priority and right of way over Alef’s operations.

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The Alef has produced images of its forthcoming flying car. (Alef Aeronautics)

Flying car range, battery power and FAA rules

Alef designed the Model A to be fully electric. It will travel up to 200 miles on roads and 110 miles while flying. The vehicle would be required to follow certain rules: only daylight flights are permitted, and no flying is allowed over crowded areas or cities. Alef has already received the Federal Aviation Administration’s Special Airworthiness Certification for limited testing.

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The car is light enough to bypass certain FAA certifications. (Alef Aeronautics)

Flying car pre-orders, cost and release date

Alef opened pre-orders for the Model A in 2022. Interested buyers have placed over 3,300 pre-orders. Buyers must place a $150 refundable deposit to join the regular queue or $1,500 for priority. The expected price per vehicle stands at roughly $300,000. Alef plans to begin production around the end of 2025.

What this means for you

You could someday bypass traffic by driving just a few miles, then lifting off to fly the rest. These tests could spark a shift toward mixed road-air travel in suburbs or rural areas. Still, current rules limit ultralight flying to daylight and sparsely populated routes. Regulations will need updates to allow broader use. Nevertheless, these tests show that future commutes might blend highways and air corridors.

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Alef will begin production on the car in late 2025. (Alef Aeronautics)

Kurt’s key takeaways

Alef is moving flying cars from imagination to reality. With new airport agreements and early FAA approval, the company has a clear path to test what’s possible. The rules still limit when and where these cars can fly, but progress is steady. If production stays on schedule, you may soon see the world’s first flying cars taking off alongside everyday traffic.

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Overpayment scams are rising and can leave victims thousands in debt

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Overpayment scams are on the rise, and they can leave victims thousands of dollars in debt. The setup usually looks harmless: someone sends you a check for more than the agreed amount, asks you to forward the difference and disappears once the check bounces. Below are five of the most common overpayment scams you need to watch for today.

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1. The dog walker overpayment scam

Bob from Harrison, Ohio, recently shared how he was nearly tricked by a scammer posing as a pet owner. The con began with a request for dog sitting. Bob was promised $250 for care and food, but then a fake check for $4,358 arrived.

The scammer instructed Bob to send $4,000 of it to an “appliance retailer.” Why an appliance retailer when the service was for dog sitting? Scammers often use a third party to make the request sound more believable. If they simply asked for the money back, it would raise red flags. By inventing another company, whether a retailer, shipping service or contractor, they add urgency and legitimacy to the story. In reality, that “retailer” is just another front that the scammer controls. Here’s the catch: the check appears to be real, but it’s actually counterfeit. The bank may release the funds temporarily, but once it bounces, you’re on the hook for the entire amount.

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Making a payment by scanning a QR code with a phone. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Tip: If you’re asked to forward money to a third party, especially one unrelated to the original deal, treat it as a scam. Keep the check and envelope as evidence, and report it to the FTC and your state attorney general.

2. The online marketplace scam

Selling a couch, bike or electronics online? Some buyers “accidentally” send too much. They then ask you to return the difference through Zelle, Venmo or a wire transfer. Once the check or payment reverses, you’ve lost both the product and the money you returned.

Tip: Always insist on verified payment methods. If a buyer pushes you for a refund quickly, walk away. 

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Scammers may try to recruit buyers into buying gift cards before a false check they provided bounces. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

3. The mystery shopper scam

You might get an email or letter offering a job as a mystery shopper. They send you a large check to “test” stores by buying gift cards. You’re asked to send the gift card numbers back as proof of purchase. After the bank reverses the fake check, you’ve lost the money you spent on those gift cards.

Tip: Real companies never pay upfront with extra funds or ask for gift card codes by email.

4. The rental deposit scam

Scammers target renters by mailing a check for more than the deposit or rent. They claim it was a mistake and ask you to refund the difference. The check later bounces, leaving you stuck.

Tip: Only accept payments through secure online portals or in person with verified funds.

5. The work-from-home equipment scam

This one lures jobseekers. The “employer” sends a large check to buy office equipment, then directs you to forward the extra funds to a vendor. Of course, the check is fake, and the supposed vendor is also the scammer.

Tip: Legitimate employers provide equipment directly or reimburse verified expenses, not through overpayments.

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Scammers target remote workers by promising to provide a stipend for work-from-home tech. (iStock)

How to protect yourself from overpayment scams

Now that you’ve seen how these scams play out, from fake dog sitting gigs to marketplace frauds and bogus job offers, it’s clear they all follow the same playbook. Someone sends you too much money and pressures you to forward the extra. That “extra” never existed, and once the check bounces, you’re left holding the bag. The good news is, there are clear steps you can take to protect yourself and keep your money safe.

Pause before acting

Every scam in this article, from the dog walker hoax to rental deposit tricks, begins with an overpayment that looks harmless. If someone pays you more than you’re owed, it’s not a mistake. It’s a scam. Do not respond or send money to any third party. Save the check and envelope as evidence, then report it.

Verify funds with your bank

Scammers count on you trusting what you see in your account. In Bob’s case, his $4,358 check looked real because the bank showed it as “available.” But available isn’t the same as cleared. Always ask your bank to confirm when funds are fully verified before you spend a dime. 

Avoid rushing

Urgency is the scammer’s strongest weapon. Marketplace fraudsters, renters and fake employers will pressure you to “fix” the mistake right away. Slow down, double-check and don’t let anyone force you into quick action. 

Use secure payment systems

Whether it’s for rent, freelance work or selling a used item, scammers prefer paper checks because they’re easy to fake. Stick with secure, traceable payment platforms or in-person verified funds. That way, you don’t get stuck when a check bounces.

Keep records of all communication

If you receive a suspicious check, save everything: the envelope, emails, texts and any names used. In the dog sitting scam, Bob’s saved emails and the scammer’s phone number became valuable evidence. This documentation helps law enforcement and protects you if the scammer tries again under another identity.

Use a personal data removal service

Scammers often find victims by scraping personal details from online data brokers. That’s how they target renters, pet sitters or jobseekers. Using a personal data removal service can limit your exposure and make you harder to target in the first place. While no service can guarantee the complete removal of your data from the internet, a data removal service is really a smart choice. They aren’t cheap, and neither is your privacy. These services do all the work for you by actively monitoring and systematically erasing your personal information from hundreds of websites. It’s what gives me peace of mind and has proven to be the most effective way to erase your personal data from the internet. By limiting the information available, you reduce the risk of scammers cross-referencing data from breaches with information they might find on the dark web, making it harder for them to target you.

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Enable fraud alerts with your bank

Many banks let you set fraud alerts for large deposits or unusual transactions. Turning these on gives you a chance to review suspicious activity before a scammer pressures you into acting on it.

Report scams

Just like Bob did when he cut contact with the fake pet owner, reporting scams helps protect others. File with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at reportfraud.ftc.gov and your state attorney general. You can also alert your local police and community groups to stop scammers from targeting someone else.

Kurt’s key takeaways

Overpayment scams prey on trust and urgency. They can pop up in online sales, job offers, rental agreements and even friendly community boards. By knowing the warning signs, you can stop scammers before they reach your wallet. Stay cautious whenever you’re asked to deposit more than expected and forward the extra. If it sounds strange, it’s probably a scam.

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Beach digging kit helps Oklahoma visitors find unusual diamond in Arkansas

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Oklahoma family members recently hit the jackpot when they found an impressive diamond at an Arkansas state park this month – with tools they bought at a dollar store.

The discovery, made at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, was announced by Arkansas State Parks on Sept. 23.

A family from Cookson, Oklahoma, some 65 miles southeast of Tulsa, made the discovery on Sept. 13.

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Officials said that visitor Raynae Madison and her family visited the Natural State to celebrate the birthday of Madison’s nephew, William.

During the trip, they decided to stop by Crater of Diamonds State Park to try their luck at digging gems, according to a press release.

Arkansas State Parks confirmed the discovery of a large brown diamond found by an Oklahoma family this month. (Arkansas State Parks)

“To prepare for their visit, they purchased a beach digging kit and sand sifting tools from a dollar store,” the press release noted.

“The family picked a spot to dig on the north side of the park’s 37.5-acre diamond search area, near Prospector Trailhead.”

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The family dug a few buckets’ worth of dirt before they began sifting through their screens – which is when Madison noticed “an unusual oblong, shiny stone.”

The aunt told officials that she thought the find was “really neat,” at first, but had no idea what it was.

“[Brown diamonds] reflect red and green light, combining to make the diamond appear brown.” 

“I honestly thought it was too big to be a diamond!” she said.

The gem was then identified to be a brown diamond weighing 2.79 carats – an impressively hefty find for the state park. 

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Madison opted to name it the William Diamond, for her nephew.

“Brown diamonds from the Crater occur due to a process called plastic deformation, which creates structural defects during a diamond’s formation or movement in magma,” park interpreter Emma O’Neal said of the find.

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Madison chose to honor her nephew William, who was celebrating a birthday, with the diamond’s name. (Arkansas State Parks)

“These defects reflect red and green light, combining to make the diamond appear brown.” 

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So far, 403 diamonds have been found at Crater of Diamonds State Park in 2025 – four of which have weighed over two carats.

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Officials said the gem was discovered in the 37.5-acre search area near the Prospector Trailhead. (Arkansas State Parks)

Earlier this year, a Minnesota farmer found a “candy-like” diamond that he compared to a Werther’s candy wrapper.

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In 2024, a French visitor found a 7.46-carat diamond at the park. The tourist, Julien Navas, named the gem after his fiancée, Carine.

Archaeologists find ancient copper site in biblical Sinai area of Egypt

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Archaeologists recently found an ancient copper workshop in the Sinai region of Egypt – the land tied to Moses and the Book of Exodus.

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery in a press release on Sept. 14. The workshop was found at the Wadi al-Nasb site in South Sinai.

Wadi al-Nasb is historically linked to Serabit el-Khadim, the site where a researcher recently claimed he found the oldest written references to Moses. The site was a former turquoise mining hub during the Bronze Age.

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The copper smelting workshop in Wadi al-Nasb was found alongside “several administrative buildings and watchpoints,” according to Egyptian officials. 

Specifically, the workshop contained copper smelting furnaces and ore preparation tools, along with “ceramic crucibles, amphorae and Egyptian vessels,” the translated statement said.

Archaeologists uncovered an ancient copper smelting workshop in South Sinai’s Wadi al-Nasb, a site tied to Bronze Age industry. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

Archaeologists also found ingots and charcoal from local trees, along with purified clay that was used to make tuyère heads, or furnace nozzles.

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Copper was used to craft weapons, tools, currency and everyday objects in ancient times.

Egyptian officials noted that Sinai was strategically important due to its copper and turquoise deposits.

Ceramic crucibles or tuyère heads found at archaeology site

Charcoal from local trees and clay tuyère heads, or furnace nozzles, were recovered at the Sinai workshop. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

The discovery “provides clear evidence of an advanced industrial system for copper smelting and casting before the metal was transported to the Nile Valley for artisanal, military and administrative use,” the ministry noted.

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“The ministry, through the Supreme Council of Antiquities, will continue supporting archaeological missions, as their work provides scientific and cultural value and connects the achievements of ancient Egyptians with modern concepts of sustainable development,” the press release continued.

Preparation tools from copper workshop

Archaeologists say rounded stones found at Wadi al-Nasb were ore preparation tools used to crush copper before smelting. (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

Officials also hope the discovery “open[s] new horizons for cultural tourism in areas still rich with secrets.”

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“This adds a new dimension to understanding the history of industrial and metallurgical activity in Ancient Egypt,” the statement added.

Charcoal discovery next to view of Mt Sinai

Officials said the discovery proves Sinai’s strategic importance for Egypt’s ancient copper and turquoise mining operations. (iStock; Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities)

The recent discovery comes as Egyptian officials promote biblical-era archaeological finds to boost tourism in the country.

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Earlier in September, Egyptian officials announced plans to build a mega resort at Mount Sinai, the place where God gave Moses the Ten Commandments.

Democrats push far-left politics from AOC to Zohran Mamdani

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The Democrats have a huge political opening.

With President Trump under fire from all directions — including some in his own party — it’s a rare chance for the opposition to put some points on the board.

And who are the most prominent Dems right now?

One is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

The other is Zohran Mamdani.

AOC is uber-liberal, and the New York mayoral candidate is a self-proclaimed democratic socialist.

New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaking at the 2024 DNC in Chicago, and NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaking at the SEIU headquarters on July 30, 2025.  (Getty Images)

Many party office-holders, not to mention media and political analysts, say the Democrats’ biggest problem is having lurched too far to the left. A fixation on pronouns, transgender sports and Palestinian rights. 

Does that sound like where most of America is in the fall of 2025?

There are plenty of clickbait headlines out there about AOC weighing a presidential race. But what Axios’ Alex Thompson, who had the scoop, actually reported is that she’s considering a White House run or a Senate race, against Chuck Schumer. So not much has changed.

AOC, now in her fourth term, just barely meets the constitutional requirement that a president be at least 35.

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But there’s no question that she’s a dynamic campaigner, prodigious fundraiser and social media phenomenon, with an aura of authenticity.

Even Trump told Fox News, “She’s got a little spunk, she’s got a little something.” But, he said, “her philosophy is bad for the country. I don’t think that philosophy can come close to winning.”

It’s true that what plays in her Queens-Bronx district doesn’t necessarily play in Peoria. I think she would beat Schumer, an establishment figure who seems to read all his statements, but even in the state there are plenty of conservative regions between the Bronx and Buffalo. 

On the House floor, the congresswoman condemned Charlie Kirk’s murder, but said:

“We should be clear about who Charlie Kirk was: a man who believed that the Civil Rights Act that granted Black Americans the right to vote was a mistake, who, after the violent attack on Paul Pelosi, claimed that ‘some amazing patriot’ should bail out his brutal assailant, and accused Jews of controlling ‘not just the colleges — it’s the nonprofits, it’s the movies, it’s Hollywood, it’s all of it.”

AOC speaking on the House floor

AOC claimed Charlie Kirk’s “rhetoric and beliefs were ignorant, uneducated and sought to disenfranchise millions of Americans.” (Fox News)

She added: “His rhetoric and beliefs were ignorant, uneducated and sought to disenfranchise millions of Americans.” 

So she wouldn’t even vote for a symbolic resolution honoring Kirk, the 31-year-old victim of a targeted assassination. That sort of rhetoric excites her base but isn’t exactly a step toward unity.

Mamdani, who is very likely to become mayor, has a history of socialist rhetoric that he’s trying to soften without retracting it. The inexperienced assemblyman clung to “Globalize the Intifada” — meaning, wipe out Israel — but now says he can see how it’s misinterpreted and won’t encourage its use. He insists that as mayor he would have Bibi Netanyau arrested if he came to the U.N.  

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And this isn’t ancient history. In 2022, he wrote on his website: “We need to dramatically curtail the power and presence of the N.Y.P.D.,” cut the force by 1,300 officers through attrition, and cut police overtime and freeze hiring.

Why? “A racist police system” aimed at controlling “Black & brown New Yorkers.”

Andrew Cuomo, who has been visiting mosques and churches, has turned much more aggressive, calling Mamdani “a man with no beliefs” and “a hypocritical chameleon desperate for attention and adulation.” But, of course, Cuomo was forced to resign as governor. No one remembers that he pledged to drop out of the race unless he was leading Mamdani by September. 

The democratic socialist has a double-digit lead, which is why Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed him — she saw the train leaving the station. That prompted a swipe by President Trump, who regularly denounces Mamdani — which might not be helpful in New York City — said he’d have to look closely at federal money going to the Apple.

Zohran Mamdani

New York City Democratic mayoral nominee, Zohran Mamdani, spoke to supporters at a canvass launch event in Prospect Park on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025.  (Deirdre Heavey/Fox News Digital)

Trump already intervened in the mayor’s race by dropping an indictment against Mayor Eric Adams, though he failed to lure him out of the race with offers of an administration job.

AOC initially declined the back the long-shot Mamdani, the New York Times reports, but when he got hot she endorsed him as having the best chance to beat Cuomo.

The Republicans would like nothing better than to run against Instagram star AOC and Mayor Mamdani as the face of a hyper-liberal party.

And then there’s Kamala Harris, who’s out peddling her bridge-burning book “107 Days,” starting with a Rachel Maddow sit down. I don’t think she could have beaten Trump in 1,000 days. Harris was a terrible candidate — cautious, risk-averse, hiding from the press for a month, unable to separate from Joe Biden.

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I assume she has the self-awareness to realize another run for the White House would damage her further. The book takes shots at Biden (“reckless” to run again), Pete Buttigieg (couldn’t pick a gay guy), Josh Shapiro (wanted too much power), and Tim Walz (blew the veep debate). Some have clapped back, often through surrogates (Biden folks calling her a lousy VP).  

To bring things full circle, Harris just endorsed Mamdani. But Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries have not, undoubtedly for fear of being tied to whatever he does.

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There are, of course, whole swaths of the country that want nothing to do with socialism or the far left.

Kamala Harris’ book focuses attention on the past just when the Democrats are desperate to turn the page.

Howard Kurtz is a media and political analyst and the former host of FOX News Channel’s MediaBuzz. Based in Washington, D.C., he joined the network in 2013 and regularly appears on Special Report with Bret Baier and The Story with Martha MacCallum among other programs.

Over 95% of drivers admit to aggressive driving behaviors, new AAA study finds

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If you struggle with road rage, you’re not just in good company. You’re in the overwhelming majority.

A recent study from the American Automobile Association (AAA) Foundation for Traffic Safety found that 96% of drivers admitted to engaging in “aggressive driving behaviors” over the past year.

The behavior isn’t only dangerous. It’s also contagious, AAA said in a Sept. 23 news release.

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“The study found that the more drivers are exposed to aggressive behavior on the road, the more likely they are to drive aggressively themselves,” AAA’s statement said.

“This self-fulfilling cycle of aggressive driving and road rage is fueling a culture where impatience and hostility are becoming the norm behind the wheel.”

Road rage is not only dangerous but also contagious among U.S. drivers, AAA research revealed. (iStock)

Specifically, 92% of drivers said they’d recently engaged in aggressive behaviors that endangered others, such as speeding or cutting off other cars.

Only 11% of drivers in the study admitted to violent road rage behaviors in the last year, such as bumping other cars on purpose or confronting other drivers.

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The study also found that car type could impact driver behavior. 

Drivers in sports cars, trucks and motorcycles were observed as more confrontational, saying they felt “more powerful and dominant behind the wheel.”

“Arriving late is better than arriving in handcuffs.”

The study also found that encouraging good road etiquette was the “most effective way to reduce aggressive driving and road rage,” with small actions such as using turn signals, letting others merge and waving to fellow drivers to help lower the heat in tense situations.

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“Drivers feel shielded by two tons of metal and glass, which emboldens them to act in ways they never would face to face,” Jonathan Alpert, a psychotherapist based in New York City, told Fox News Digital.

Two men arguing after car accident

Only 11% of drivers admitted to violent road rage acts, such as bumping other cars or engaging in confrontations. (iStock)

“I advise my patients to ask themselves the following: ‘If I did not have the armor of the car to protect me, how would I deal with this?’ That simple shift in perspective can defuse a lot of anger.”

To avoid road rage, Alpert recommended drivers play calming music, take a few deep breaths and try not to villainize other drivers.

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“Remember that arriving late is better than arriving in handcuffs,” he said. “See the driver who cut you off not as a personal enemy but as a flawed human who made a mistake. And leave earlier so you are not already carrying stress before you even hit traffic.”

Angry male driver gesturing behind wheel

Cars provide a sense of armor for drivers that can embolden risky behavior behind the wheel, a psychotherapist said.  (iStock)

Alpert said road rage warrants professional help when it becomes a pattern. 

“If someone routinely tailgates on purpose, blocks other cars or tries to intimidate people, that is no longer just bad manners,” he said. 

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“It is a warning sign of deeper issues such as unresolved frustration, impulse problems or difficulty handling stress. Good therapy can help with that.”

Ultimately, road rage will always tell you more about yourself than other drivers, Alpert said.

Happy truck driver giving thumbs up

“See the driver who cut you off not as a personal enemy but as a flawed human who made a mistake,” said one expert.  (iStock)

“If you see everyone on the road as an enemy, your body will react with fight or flight,” he observed. “If you see other drivers as people who make mistakes just like you do, the rage loses its grip.

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“In the end, controlling your reactions is not just about being polite. It is about being safe, sane and responsible.”

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