A young, promising politician emerged from seemingly nowhere to turn New York politics upside down. Zohran Mamdani swept to the NYC democratic mayoral primary nomination in a blitz of optimism, hope and general good vibrations. Media deemed his victory one of the greatest political upsets of modern time. To us Greeks, the surprise might not have been that unexpected.In the swirling currents of early 21st century politics, few figures have captured the imagination of the electorate quite like Alexis Tsipras, the former prime minister of Greece. A charismatic leader, Tsipras rose to power in January 2015 with the promise of radical change, embodying a vision that resonated with many disillusioned citizens. His leftist agenda, tinged with socialist-communist ideals, painted a picture of a fairer, more equitable society. However, as history has shown, charm and promise do not always translate into effective governance.Tsipras sought to expand social welfare programs to support the most vulnerable populations in Greece, reversing austerity measures that had been imposed during the financial crisis. Tsipras's Syriza party emphasized wealth redistribution through progressive taxation and social welfare programs, while Mamdani's proposals often highlight the need for similar measures to address disparities in wealth and access to resources.LIZ PEEK: NEW YORK'S SOCIALIST NIGHTMARE IS JUST BEGINNING BUT THERE'S STILL A WAY OUTTsipras's tenure began with great expectations. He rallied the Greek populace around the idea of renegotiating the country's crippling debt and breaking free from the austerity measures imposed by international creditors. Yet, as his government faced the harsh realities of economic management, the idealism of his rhetoric collided with the intractable complexities of the financial crisis. Instead of delivering the transformative change he promised, Tsipras oversaw an increase in the national deficit, plunging Greece into further turmoil. This disparity between ambitious promises and the inability to deliver reflects a broader issue in political accountability, where leaders may prioritize gaining public support over practical governance.Fast-forward to the present day, and we find ourselves in New York City, where a similar political narrative is unfolding. The population of Greece is around 10.3 million and that of New York City around 8.3 million. At the forefront is a figure whose rhetoric echoes that of Tsiprasan ambitious politician who speaks to the desires and frustrations of the people without a clear agenda or a robust plan to deliver on those promises. This is where the parallels between Tsipras and NYCs emerging leader, Mamdani, begin.Mamdani's speeches resonate with a populace yearning for change, yet they often lack the substance required to enact real progress. Like Tsipras, he charms with words, addressing the issues that matter most to the citizens, but the question remains: can he deliver? Are his promises grounded in a practical understanding of governance, or are they merely a reflection of what people want to hear?Both Tsipras and Mamdani advocate for policies aimed at reducing economic inequality.Both leaders express skepticism toward neoliberal economic policies and the influence of corporate interests in politics. Tsipras's government aimed to challenge the status quo by advocating for a more interventionist state role in the economy, while Mamdani often critiques capitalism's role in perpetuating inequality and social injustice.The lessons from Greece are stark. The allure of charismatic leadership can be misleading, especially when it is not backed by a coherent strategy or a budget that reflects the realities of governance. Mamdani's policies lack a clear economic framework, potentially leading to unsustainable fiscal practices. Proposals for extensive social welfare programs without a solid financial plan could exacerbate budget deficits, straining the citys resources and leading to higher taxes or cuts in essential services or both.Policies emphasizing social justice and reform could inadvertently lead to a lack of focus on public safety. Mamdani proposes to prioritize de-escalation and social programs over law enforcement funding, which experience has shown may result in increased crime rates, not lower ones. An overemphasis on social welfare could foster dependency rather than empowerment. If Mamdani's policies prioritize government assistance without adequate pathways for economic independence, it could hinder individual initiative and self-sufficiency among residents. Mamdani's proposals prioritize social programs over critical infrastructure investments and, as such, could lead to deteriorating public services, such as transportation, sanitation, and public safety. New York Citys infrastructure requires continuous attention and funding to meet the demands of its vast population similar to the population of the entire country of Greece.New Yorkers must recognize the critical nature of the upcoming election, understanding that the stakes are high. The city cannot afford to slip into the hands of leaders who, despite their charm and promises, lack the necessary framework to navigate the complexities of urban governance. Furthermore, the inability to fulfill promises contributes to a broader sense of mistrust in political institutions. This disillusionment is emblematic of a larger trend where citizens become skeptical of political leaders who fail to deliver on their commitments, ultimately undermining democratic processes and civic engagement.The Greek crisis underscored the complexity of managing either a national or local economy. Tsipras faced immense challenges in reconciling the demands of the European Union with the needs of the Greek people. This situation highlights how political accountability can become muddied when leaders are forced to navigate conflicting interests, often leading to compromises that fail to satisfy any party. Increased regulation and taxation could deter businesses from operating in New York. If Mamdani enacts significant business taxes or burdensome regulations, it might discourage investment and job creation, ultimately harming the local economy.CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINIONGreeks are famously proud of their heritage and traditions. New Yorkers are equally proud of their citys uniqueness, diversity, and resilience. Athens and NYC both represent more than just a placethey symbolize ideals: democracy, freedom, and opportunity.As we reflect on the tumultuous journey of Greece under Tsipras, it serves as a cautionary tale for New York City. The electorate must engage critically with candidates, demanding not just inspirational rhetoric but also concrete plans that can withstand the pressures of reality. The time has come to prioritize substance over style, ensuring that the future of our city is not left to chance or charisma alone.Ambitious policies often face significant challenges in implementation, especially in a complex urban environment like New York. Just like Tsipras, Mamdani's proposals lack practical, actionable steps, making it difficult, almost impossible, to translate ideals into effective governance.In the end, the responsibility lies with the voters to ensure that New York City does not follow in the footsteps of Greece, navigating through a landscape fraught with the dangers of misguided leadership. Only then can we hope to build a city that thrives on sound governance rather than hollow promises.

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., responded to Sen. Corey Bookers, D-N.J., outburst on the Senate floor last week in an interview with The New York Times.Cortez Masto was asked by the New York Times to respond to Bookers accusations against Democrats that they were "complicit" with President Donald Trumps agenda."I dont need lectures from anyone on how to push back and fight this administration. Ive been doing it since I got to the Senate, because I won my Senate race in 2016 and Donald Trump won at the same time. Im also from a swing state; Ive still got to get stuff done on behalf of my state," Masto told The New York Times.MSNBC DEMOCRATS MOCK CORY BOOKER'S 'POLITICAL THEATER' STUNT ON THE SENATE FLOOR"Ive been doing it since I got to the Senate, because I won my Senate race in 2016 and Donald Trump won at the same time. Im also from a swing state; Ive still got to get stuff done on behalf of my state," she added.Bookeraccused his fellow Democratic senators last week of aligning themselves with Trump because they are in favor of passing new police legislation. He claimed that without amendments, the legislation would allow the president to pick winners and losers in terms of who receives the benefits."That is complicity with an authoritarian leader who is trashing our country," Booker said. "It is time for Democrats to have a backbone. It's time for us to fight. It's time for us to draw a line, and when it comes to the safety of my state being denied these grants, that's why I'm standing here."PROFOUND COWARDICE: BOOKER SLAMS WALTZ FOR FAILURE OF LEADERSHIP, SIGNALGATE ACCOUNTABILITYBooker's objection stemmed from a callfrom Democrats to pass a package of law enforcement-related bills aimed at boosting resources for police, including resources to help shore up death benefits for police officers lost in the line of duty, resources for greater mental health support for officers, resources to address child exploitation.The bills, which eventually passed, were discussed and approved in committee before reaching the Senate floor.Masto thought Trumps legislation would benefit everyone across the country.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP"Why would you throw out good legislation thats going to benefit everyone across the country? That doesnt make sense. We still have to have a functioning government. Thats part of gaining the trust of Americans again, so they understand there are people that are working on their behalf," Masto said. "But most importantly, we have to win. Winning means weve got to win these swing states, and focus on those swing voters and what matters to them and talk to them and that were addressing the issues they care about."

Olympic sprinters Noah Lyles and Kenny Bednarek had some extracurricular activity during, and after, a tense 200-meter run on Sunday.The pair of two-time Olympians battled it out in an unforgettable race, in which Lyles again won the United States championship in Eugene, Oregon.Lyles, the reigning 100-meter gold medalist and three-time 200-meter world champ, came back from behind to defeat Bednarek and the rest of the field, crossing the finish line in 19.63 seconds, four-hundredths of a second faster than Bednarek.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMHowever, before they crossed the line, Lyles turned toward Bednarek and stared him down as they finished the race, which prompted a shove by Bednarek. Lyles stopped and turned around, before Bednarek apparently realized his mistake and extended his hand for a handshake.Lyles obliged.Perhaps Lyles felt a need to celebrate considering what happened in Paris last summer - days after Lyles won gold in the 100-meter, he was aiming to become the first American runner since Carl Lewis in 1988 to win the double in the Olympics. The 200-meter has always been Lyles' specialty.However, he settled for bronze as he revealed he battled COVID-19 - Bednarek won silver.Despite their handshake, there still appeared to be some bad blood between the two during a joint interview with NBC."I tell ya, if youve got a problem, I expect a call," Bednarek said, as the network's Lewis Johnson moved the mic between the runners.Lyles replied, "You know what, youre right. Youre right. Lets talk after this."It didn't stop there - Bednarek made more comments after both runners left the track.STEPHEN A. SMITH HITS BACK AT MICHELLE OBAMA, 'STILL ... SALTY' AT HER TRUMP VOTE COMMENTS"What he said didn't matter, it's just what he did," Bednarek said. "Unsportsmanlike (expletive) and I don't deal with that. It's a respect factor. He's fresh. Last time we lined it up, I beat him, that's all I can say. Next time we line up, I'm going to win. That's all that matters."Bednarek referenced some long-simmering issues between the two."Just some personal stuff we've got to handle," he said.This isn't the first time Lyles has had a beef with a fellow USA runner. He and Fredd Kerley have also exchanged verbal pleasantries over the last year-plus.Lyles, of course, has had an apparent rivalry with Tyreek Hill, as well.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X,and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

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What if your dog had a dating profile? Or your cat showed up to brunch with your friends? Thanks to a viral TikTok trend, thousands of pet lovers are asking AI to reimagine their pets as people, and the results are surprisingly romantic.A recent survey asked 1,000 Americans just how deeply they connect with their pets. Some of the answers are sweet. Others? A little wild. But together, they paint a picture of a bond that goes beyond belly rubs and toys.Let's look at what happens when imagination meets emotional attachment and why 1 in 3 pet owners say they'd actually date the human version of their furry friend.Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, youll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide - free when you join myCYBERGUY.COM/NEWSLETTERNATIONAL SECURITY EXPERTS RAISE CONCERNS AFTER MICROSOFT PROGRAM EXPOSED AS POSSIBLE AVENUE FOR CHINESE SPYINGImagine uploading a photo of your dog and getting back a charming, chiseled man in a flannel. That's exactly what some pet parents did, and the results stirred up more than laughs.Still, not everyone saw romantic sparks. Nearly 40% of owners said their pet would be a "walking red flag" as a person. Think: jealousy, clinginess or unpredictable moods (looking at you, tabby cats).It's not just playtime and funny filters. Many pet owners rely on their animals for comfort and companionship more than any human relationship.Gen Z led the emotional charge, WITH 43% of them saying they lean on their pets more than anyone else in their lives. For many, this connection started or deepened during the pandemic, and it hasn't faded since.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)?Love for pets doesn't stop at cuddles. It shapes budgets, routines and even relationships.Pet parents also spend big: an average of $180 a month on everything from food and toys to outfits and birthday gifts. Gen Z splurges the most at $200 monthly. And in some households, pets even outrank partners 45% of women said they prioritize their pets over their significant other when it comes to spending.If you've ever canceled plans because your dog looked sad, you're not alone.Some take it even further: 6% ended relationships over pet-related conflict. Another 5% turned down job offers that didn't accommodate their pet. From remote work to pet insurance and emergency care, owners increasingly expect pet perks from employers. Nearly half would give up a week of paid vacation for help with emergency vet bills.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HEREThis fun, feel-good MetLife Pet Insurance survey highlights something serious: pets matter deeply. For many, they aren't just companions. They're emotional anchors, lifestyle influencers, and in some cases, imaginary romantic partners. Whether you're pet-obsessed or just love the occasional snuggle, it's clear that animals have a bigger say in our lives than ever before. They shape where we live, how we spend our time and even who we love.Would you date your pet if they were human, or would you swipe left fast? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/ContactSign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, youll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide - free when you join myCYBERGUY.COM/NEWSLETTERCopyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved.

The New York Times recently attempted to downplay a significant error that was plastered on its front page. But when it comes to the legacy media's coverage of the Israel-Hamas war, the Gray Lady is in good company.Last month, the Times ran the somber headline, "Young, Old and Sick Starve to Death in Gaza: There Is Nothing." Accompanying it was a grim image of a malnourished infant and his mother. The caption read, "Mohammed Zakaria al-Mutawaq, about 18 months, with his mother, Hedaya al-Mutawaq, who said he was born healthy but was recently diagnosed with severe malnutrition. A doctor said the number of children dying of malnutrition in Gaza had risen sharply."Critics quickly called out the Times for prominently featuring Mohammed, whose image was featured by numerous other media outlets, without mentioning that he has a genetic disorder.NEW YORK TIMES ADMITS USING MISLEADING COVER PHOTO OF EMACIATED GAZA CHILDThe Times finally addressed the major omission on Tuesday with an editors note buried underneath the lengthy story that had already circulated for more than four days."This article has been updated to include information about Mohammed Zakaria al-Mutawaq, a child in Gaza suffering from severe malnutrition. After publication of the article, the Times learned from his doctor that Mohammed also had pre-existing health problems," the editors note stated.A spokesperson for the Times released a statement saying, "Children in Gaza are malnourished and starving, as New York Times reporters and others have documented. We recently ran a story about Gazas most vulnerable civilians, including Mohammed Zakaria al-Mutawaq, who is about 18 months old and suffers from severe malnutrition. We have since learned new information, including from the hospital that treated him and his medical records, and have updated ourstoryto add context about his pre-existing health problems. This additional detail gives readers a greater understanding of his situation.""Our reporters and photographers continue to report from Gaza, bravely, sensitively, and at personal risk, so that readers can see firsthand the consequences of the war," the statement added.Notably, that statement was shared by the Times' communications account, which has less than 90,000 followers on X, and not the Times' main account, which has more than 55 million followers.The Times wasn't alone. Outlets across the globe, including the BBC and NPR, similarly promoted such images without the context of the child's genetic disorder.Ever since Hamas carried out its gruesome terrorist attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, news organizations have largely framed the war as the Jewish State carrying out a disproportionate military response and being responsible for the suffering among the civilians in Gaza. And in doing so, several reports were walked back for various errors that all side against Israel and for the benefit of the Palestinian cause.Within days of Oct. 7, the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry claimed that Israel bombed Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital through an airstrike that resulted in over 500 civilian casualties.Subsequent reporting and intelligence found there was an explosion in the hospital's parking lot stemming from a misfired rocket fired by Hamas ally Islamic Jihad, resulting in a death toll a tiny fraction of what Hamas had first alleged.MEDIA HAS EGG ON ITS FACE FOR ALLOWING HAMAS TO SET INITIAL TONE OF GAZA HOSPITAL COVERAGE WITHOUT SKEPTICISMThe New York Times published the headline "Israeli Strike Kills Hundreds in Hospital, Palestinians Say." The paper later admitted it "relied too heavily on claims by Hamas, and did not make clear that those claims could not immediately be verified."CNN similarly pushed the narrative, running the headline, "Israel hits hospital and school in Gaza as blockade puts healthcare system in state of collapse." The headline was later changed to "Hundreds likely dead in Gaza hospital blast, as Israeli blockade cripples medical response." CNN, too, issued a correction."This article on the Gaza hospital blast initially did not clearly attribute claims about Israels responsibility to the Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health in Gaza," CNN's correction read. "Israel later said a misfired rocket by militant group Islamic Jihad caused the blast and produced evidence to support its claim. US President Joe Biden said the Israeli position is backed by US intelligence. CNN's forensic analysis of images and videos suggests a rocket fired from within Gaza caused the blast, not an Israeli airstrike."As documented by journalist Drew Holden, a slew of news outlets fell for Hamas' falsehood, including The Associated Press, Reuters, CBS News, The Washington Post, MSNBC, Politico, Axios and the BBC. Some never issued corrections.The Washington Post had a similar front-page blunder in July 2024 in its coverage of the Israel-Hezbollah escalation that occurred at the time.The Iran-backed terrorist group in Lebanon launched its deadliest assault against Israel since the Oct. 7 attack on the northern town of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights, resulting in at least 12 dead and dozens injured, all of them children and teens who were playing on a soccer field.The Post's cover featured a large image of Israelis mourning the death of 11-year-old Alma Ayman Fakhr al-Din. However, underneath the image, the Post ran the headline, "Israel Hits Targets In Lebanon," referring to Israel's retaliatory strikes against Hezbollah.WASINGTON POST BLASTED FOR DISTORTING ISRAEL-HEZBOLLAH ESCALATION ON FRONT PAGEAfter sparking outrage on social media, the Post issued an editors' note."The headline and subheadline that accompanied a July 29 Page One photo and article about Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon did not provide adequate context. The headlines should have noted that the Israeli strikes were a response to a rocket strike from Lebanon that killed 12 teenagers and children in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. The photo depicted mourning for one of those victims, as the caption noted," Post editors wrote.In January, the Post quietly edited a report after it was asked about its citation of a pro-Palestinian group that the United States government had designated a "sham charity" for a terrorist organization.The "Democracy Dies in Darkness" paper published a story about the Palestinians who were released from Israeli custody as part of the hostage agreement made with Hamas."According to Samidoun, an activist network supporting Palestinian prisoners, the group includes journalists, activists, teachers, students and close relatives of high-profile Hamas figures," the Post wrote, including a link to a Samidoun article published earlier in the week.WASHINGTON POST CITES PRO-PALESTINIAN GROUP US GOVERNMENT DECLARED A SHAM CHARITY FOR TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONSamidoun, however, was singled out by the Biden administration last October as being financially linked to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), which has been designated as a terrorist organization by numerous countries, including the U.S. and the European Union. The Post article had referred to the PFLP as a "small leftist armed group.""Organizations like Samidoun masquerade as charitable actors that claim to provide humanitarian support to those in need, yet, in reality, divert funds for much-needed assistance to support terrorist groups," said Bradley T. Smith, the then-Acting Under Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence. "The United States, together with Canada and our like-minded partners, will continue to disrupt those who seek to finance the PFLP, Hamas, and other terrorist organizations."Among the prisoners released and reported on in the article was Khalida Jarrar, a PFLP member accused by Israel of supporting terrorism.Fox News Digital inquired about The Washington Post's citation in January. After an exchange with a spokesperson about a deadline for an official response regarding the newspaper's language, The Washington Post updated and added a "clarification" to the story without informing Fox News Digital."Those released include journalists, activists, teachers, students and close relatives of high-profile Hamas figures, according to Samidoun, a group supporting Palestinian prisoners that the United States says is a fundraiser for the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, which is under U.S. sanctions," the report now reads.The "clarification" at the bottom of the report states, "A previous version of this article referred to Samidoun as an activist network that supports Palestinian prisoners. However, it failed to note that the United States says the group is an international fundraiser for the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, which Washington has placed under sanctions."In February, the BBC aired a documentary called "Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone,"featuring narration from a 13-year-old boy named Abdullah, but the film failed to disclose that Abdullah was the son of senior Hamas official Ayman Alyazouri.The BBC pulled the documentary from its online streaming platform just five days after it was aired, and issued an apology."Since the transmission of our documentary on Gaza, the BBC has become aware of the family connections of the films narrator, a child called Abdullah. Weve promised our audiences the highest standards of transparency, so it is only right that as a result of this new information, we add some more detail to the film before its retransmission. We apologise for the omission of that detail from the original film," the BBC said in a statement at the time.BBC REPORT FINDS GAZA DOCUMENTARY NARRATED BY HAMAS TERRORIST'S SON BREACHED EDITORIAL STANDARDSAn internal review concluded last found that the BBC was unaware of Abdullahs lineage prior to the documentarys broadcast, but three members of the production company Hoyo Films did know that the boys father was a Hamas official.The probe, however, criticized the broadcaster for not being "sufficiently proactive"with its due diligence ahead of broadcast, and admonished it for a "lack of critical oversight of unanswered or partially answered questions" regarding the documentary ahead of broadcast. It claimed that the use of the Hamas-linked narrator did not influence the content of the film, but said the inclusion of the boy was "not appropriate.""We are owning where we have made mistakes, finding out what went wrong, acting on the findings, and we've said we're sorry," BBC News CEO Deborah Turnesstold the BBC's Radio 4.The BBC vowed to take steps to address the failure, including issuing new guidance on the use of narrators in documentaries centering on controversial topics, the creation of a new leadership role focusing on documentaries and a new review process that ensures that "no high-risk long form programs can be formally commissioned until all potential compliance considerations are considered and listed."Leading to another media fiasco in May, United Nations humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher offered a dire warning to the world about the health crisis in Gaza as truckloads of aid were being stalled."Let me describe what is on those trucks. This is baby food, baby nutrition. There are 14,000 babies that will die in the next 48 hours unless we can reach them," Fletcher told BBC's Radio 4. "This is not food that Hamas are going to steal."That claim quickly spread like wildfire. NBC News posted on X, "Around 14,000 babies could die in the next 48 hours if many more aid trucks do not reach Gaza, the U.N.'s humanitarian chief says." The claim was repeated on MSNBC by NBC News international correspondent Matt Bradley, telling anchor Ana Cabrera that "14,000 babies could die in the next 48 hours if the status quo in terms of humanitarian aid persists.""The UN warning that as many as 14,000 babies could die in the next 48 hours, Israel blocking all food and medicines now for nearly three months, saying it's trying to pressure Hamas to release hostages, including, of course, the four Americans believed to be dead," ABC News chief foreign correspondent Ian Pannell told "Good Morning America" co-host Robin Roberts."The urgent warnings tonight about the humanitarian crisis worsening in Gaza. The U.N. now warning 14,000 babies could die within 48 hours," ABC's David Muir teased viewers on "World News Tonight" before turning to Pannell. A UN spokesperson went on to clarify that 14,000 babies were actually at risk of suffering "severe acute malnutrition" if aid wasn't brought to Gazans, not of death, as Fletcher asserted. The BBC, NBC News and ABC News later issued clarifications.NY TIMES REPORTER WALKS BACK POST ABOUT RANDOMNESS OF ISRAELI STRIKES ON IRANIn June, when Israel carried out targeted strikes against top Iranian military generals and nuclear scientists in Tehran, New York Times UN bureau chief Farnaz Fassihi shared images of the aftermath, suggesting the attacks were random."A friend in Tehran sent me this video, apartment complex housing university professors attacked directly across the street from her house," Fassihi wrote. "The randomness of strikes in residential neighborhoods have terrified Iranians."Critics railed against Fassihi as Israeli forces used such remarkable precision to prevent mass civilian casualties. The Times journalist was forced to clarify her comment."About my tweet yesterday, I meant to say the sense of randomness caused by the strikes in residential neighborhoods has terrified Iranians. As we've reported, Israel has said the strikes are targeted," Fassihi said.Fox News' Brian Flood, David Spector and Rachel del Guidice contributed to this report.

New data published last week by the U.N. agency UNOPS shows that most of its aid entering the war-torn Gaza Strip has been looted inside the Palestinian territory. UNOPS provides management services for the world body's own humanitarian operations.Despite this, condemnation of Israel over the hunger crisis in Gaza has been ramping up, prompting an increasing number of Western governments to declare intentions torecognize a Palestinian state as punishment, and leadingsome media outlets to totally tune out the role both international humanitarian organizations and Hamas, whose October 2023 mass terror attack in Israel started the nearly two-year-old war, have played in this catastrophe."Nobody is able to have nuance in this conflict or hold multiple truths and thats part of why everybody from journalists to NGOs to U.N. officials, the pro-Palestine people, activists and advocates, parrot the same talking points that there's no aid theft and that everything is Israels fault," Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, told Fox News Digital.US REPORT URGES UN AGENCY'S SHUTDOWN OVER HAMAS TIES, OCT 7 TERROR LINKSAlkhatib, a Gaza-born American, said that while the U.N. and other NGOs were "playing politics" by ignoring their own failures so as not to jeopardize funding and because they are terrified of Hamas, Israeli leaders were also "exaggerating" claims about Hamas being the only ones to loot the aid. A close observer of events in Gaza, he described a chain of thievery and extreme price hikes perpetrated by civilians and merchants that have all contributed to the misery there.He added that statements by some Israeli government ministers about cutting off aid to force Gazans out of the territory have not helped either."Their statements have become the story under which nothing else will fitno amount of evidence, no amount of clarification, no amount of nuance is going to come anywhere near to grabbing that much attention," Alkhatib said.Farhan Aziz Haq, a spokesman for U.N. Secretary-General Antnio Guterres, confirmed to Fox News Digital that some aid had been stolen but said it wasbecause so few supplies had entered Gaza in recent months that "people facing hunger have resorted to offloading supplies directly from our convoys," he said."We understand the frustration, but lets be clear: this isnt our system. Its what happens when aid is squeezed through too few routes after months of deprivation," he claimed, adding "only a steady, reliable flow of aid and commercial supplies can restore peoples belief that aid will arrive and allow for safe, orderly distributions," he claimed.Information posted on the website of UNOPS, the U.N. Office for Project Services, shows that around 87%, or 1,753 of the 2,013 aid trucks that entered Gaza since May 19 did not reach their final destinations, with the aid being stoleneither "peacefully by hungry people or forcefully byarmed actors."ISRAEL ANNOUNCES IMMEDIATE RESUMPTION OF GAZA AID AIRDROPS AMID GROWING HUNGER CRSISThe data, which showed that arecord 90 trucks carrying some 1,695 tons of aid were looted on May 31 alone, comes as shocking photos of emaciated Palestinian children some of which were later proven to be children with pre-existing health conditions used as propaganda by Hamas have gone viral.The revelations about the U.N.s faulty aid system also come amid worldwide condemnation of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a new U.S. and Israel-backed aid distribution mechanism, devised, in part, to prevent aid from falling into Hamas hands. The U.N. has refused to cooperate with the GHF. The aid group announced on Sunday that it had delivered nearly 105 million meals to Gazans since it started operations in May.It also comes in sharp contrast to reports by some media outlets who chose to ignore evidence of Hamas stealing and reselling aid in order to fund its ongoing war seemingly as a way to suggest that Israel is using starvation as a tactic of war or committing "genocide." Israel has emphatically denied both claims.A recent article in the New York Times even went as far as reporting that there was "no proof" that Hamas had stolen U.N. aid, despite countless documented accounts, including from freed Israeli hostages who reported seeing stockpiles of U.N.-branded products inside Hamas tunnels.Kobi Michael, a senior researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies in Tel Aviv, said that not only did human rights organizations and many media outlets base their faulty reports on information published byGazas Ministry of Health, which is run byHamas, they also did not "take the nature of Hamas seriously.""Hamas isnot the most reliable source in the world," he said, adding that "the international media and other sources do not considerthe interests of Hamas, or itsstrategy, and they do not seem to acknowledge that Hamas wants a chaotic situation in the Gaza Strip. Hamas wants there to be many casualties among Palestinian civilians, because it serves their interests."GAZA HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE US-BACKED AID GROUP"Just to listen to what Hamas leaders have been saying since October 7," Michael continued. "They havepromised to repeat October 7 again and again, they havecalled on the Arab world to join the armed resistance against Israel and on the Arab public to pressure their regimes."They have also saidpublicly, and loudly, that they have no problem sacrificing another100,000 Palestinian civilians for the sake of the victory," he said.Yet the GHF has faced scrutiny and blame for the humanitarian disaster unfolding in Gazaamid daily reports by Hamas-backed bodiesof civilian deaths at ornear their aid distribution points and following chaotic images of people fighting over the food packages or sheltering from gunfire. The new agency has hit back, saying that Hamas, the U.N. and other international aid agencies, are just hoping the initiative fails so they can control all aid operations in Gaza.On Friday, U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, together with U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, visited southern Gaza to inspect one of GHFs aid distribution sites."Went into Gaza today & observed humanitarian food program by U.S. launched GHF. Hamas hates GHF b/c it gets food to ppl w/o it being looted by Hamas. Over 100 MILLION meals served in 2 months," Huckabee wrote in a post on X.David Makovsky, director of the Koret Project on Arab-Israel Relations at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, saidblame for the crisis should not be placed on one party but that "by bringing theU.N.s own records to bear we can level-set the conversation.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP"There is a whole debate about GHF, which will not be settled today," he noted. "Yet, in a humanitarian emergency crisis, feeding people should take absolute top priority andI think it is incumbent for the U.N. and GHF to work together to feed people."I hope that by bringing in lots of food into Gaza you can help innocent suffering people and also dramatically bring down black market rates exploited by Hamas which they use to control their people," said Makovsky.

The brain has a hidden "sugar code" that could lead to better treatments for neurological diseases like Alzheimers, according to new research.A study recently published in the journal Nature Metabolism found that breaking down glycogen (stored glucose) in the brain could reduce the buildup of toxic proteins linked to the common dementia.This was one of the first studies to show that glycogen may actively influence brain health and disease, according to lead author Dr. Pankaj Kapahi, a professor at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging in California.TWO CANCER DRUGS SHOW PROMISE IN REVERSING ALZHEIMER'S DEVASTATING EFFECTS"The study began with fruit flies (Drosophila) that were genetically modified to mimic tauopathy, a condition where a protein called tau builds up in the brain, similar to what happens in Alzheimers disease," Kapahi told Fox News Digital.The flies used in the study were found to have brain damage and shortened lifespans, according to the researcher.To ensure that the results could translate to humans, the research team also studied nerve cells made in the lab from human patient cells carryingtau mutations, as well as postmortem brain samples from people who had Alzheimers or related conditions, according to a press release.In both the fly and human models, the researchers found increased levels of glycogen (stored glucose) in the brain, as well as signs that glycogen breakdown was impaired, Kapahi told Fox News Digital.This was a surprising discovery, as researchers previously thought glycogen was mainly stored in the muscles and liver.ALZHEIMER'S RISK COULD RISE WITH SPECIFIC SLEEP PATTERN, EXPERTS WARNThey also found that the excess glycogen contributed to disease. Thetau proteins in the scientists models interacted with glycogen, blocking it from breaking down, and the nerves lost their ability to ward off cell damage.However, the researchers found they could decrease damage to the fruit flies and human nerves by boosting an enzyme called glycogen phosphorylase (GlyP), which breaks down glycogen.The nerve cells used the glycogen to fight against cell damage,suggesting that the enzymes responsible for breaking down sugar could be promising targets for future therapies.The researchers were also curious whether a restricted diet could improve the flies brain health.When they reduced the amount of protein in the insects diet, the flies indeed lived longer and their brain health improved."We then discovered this improvement was linked to an increase in the breakdown of glycogen," Kapahi said.This led to the studys main finding that breaking down glycogen in neurons can protect the brain from damage caused by tau buildup.EATING THESE COMMON FOODS COULD REDUCE ALZHEIMER'S RISK, EXPERTS SAYThe scientists also developed a drug using a special molecule called 8-Br-cAMP that replicated similar effects of dietary restriction, the press release noted.The authors clarified that they are not recommending low-protein diets just yet but said this research could pave the way for dietary or drug-based strategies to help slow Alzheimers and related diseases.Dr. Michael Okun, a Florida neurologist and medical advisor to the Parkinsons Foundation, was not involved in the study but commented on the significance of the findings."Instead of funneling sugar into energy-burning processes, the broken-down glycogen seemed to be routed into an antioxidant-producing pathway," Okun, who is also author of "The Parkinsons Plan," told Fox News Digital."The next step in the process may be mopping up potentially damaging free radicals roaming our brains," he said.Okun also confirmed that dietary restrictions activated a protective brain pathway and boosted the breakdown of brain sugar."It ultimately reduced damage from the Alzheimers-related tau protein," he said.The study which was supported by the National Institutes of Health, as well as the American Federation of Aging Research and other sources did have some limitations, the experts acknowledged.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTERThe researchers did not clarify whether breaking down brain glycogen could stop human brain cells from dying, Okun noted."We dont yet know why glycogen builds up in disease, or whether its a cause or a result of tau pathology though our data suggest it may amplify disease progression," Kapahi added.The research was also conducted only on fly and human cell models and has not yet been tested on living humans."We still dont know if targeting glycogen breakdown will work in human patients and most importantly, whether it will be a safe approach," Okun said.Alzheimers disease, the most common form of dementia in the U.S., affects more than seven million people in the U.S., according to the Alzheimers Association.For more Health articles, visitwww.foxnews.com/healthThe neurological disorder affects memory, thinking and behavior.There is no cure for the disease, but some medications can temporarily slow progression and improve quality of life.

Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom made MLB history against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.DeGrom recorded his 1,800th career strikeout in the second inning, getting Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford to swing through a 98.7 mph heater to record his fourth strikeout of the game.In doing so, deGrom became the fastest player to reach that mark, needing just 240 games and 1,493.1 innings pitched to do so.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMDeGrom, 37, beat out the record of Hall of Famer Randy Johnson, the tall left-hander who needed 243 games to reach 1,800 strikeouts.As for innings, current Atlanta Braves southpaw ace, Chris Sale, needed 1,498 innings to reach the milestone.DODGERS' CLAYTON KERSHAW JOINS ELITE GROUP IN MLB HISTORY AFTER REACHING 3,000 CAREER STRIKEOUTSDeGroms night ended after five innings of work, when he tallied five strikeouts and three walks. He allowed four hits, three of which went over the fence, to total five earned runs in the 5-4 loss.It was an uncharacteristic start for the right-hander despite the MLB history that came with it. He hadnt allowed three homers in a single game since 2022, when his then-New York Mets faced the Braves.DeGrom came into this start owning a 2.55 ERA over 21 appearances (123.2 innings), when he struck out 130 batters to just 26 walks.In his prime, deGrom was one of the most dominant pitchers in the game, winning back-to-back Cy Young Awards in 2018 and 2019 as the clear best pitcher in baseball. At that time, the coveted 3,000-career strikeout mark was discussed by some.However, injuries became an unfortunate reality for deGrom, who pitched just 15 games in 2021 with the Mets after dealing with forearm tightness and elbow inflammation.Then, after a stress reaction in his scapula delayed his 2022 start until August, he made just six starts in his 2023 debut with the Rangers before needing Tommy John surgery. It was the second of his baseball career, as he tore it shortly after being drafted in 2010.DeGrom started just three games last year for Texas, who he signed a five-year, $185 million deal with before the 2023 campaign. This years production is what the Rangers and its fan base were hoping to see when he signed, and despite the rough outing on Sunday night, deGrom has been pitching to the standard he expects himself to.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation arrested two "associates" accused of helping a fugitive quadruple murder suspect.Giovonte Thomas, 28, and Tanaka Brown, 29, were both charged with accessory after the fact to 1st Degree Murder in connection with the manhunt for Austin Drummond. Brown also faces one count of tampering with evidence, the agency said.Drummond, 28, remains on the run Monday after he allegedly killed four people last week in Tiptonville, a townlocated roughly 125 miles from Memphis. Police said an infant later found on the front lawn of a random individual's house is related to all four victims, identified as family members of Drummonds girlfriend."Getting Austin Drummond in custody is a priority. Anyone with information about where we can find him should call us immediately. You will remain anonymous," U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller said in a statement last week before the reward for information leading to Drummonds arrest was increased to $17,500.VEHICLE OF TENNESSEE QUADRUPLE MURDER SUSPECT FOUND AS DETAILS OF CRIMINAL PAST EMERGEIt is unclear how Thomas and Brown allegedly helped Drummond, but the TBI described them as "associates.""Thomas was already being held in the Madison County Jail on an unrelated charge for Failure to Appear. He will be transferred to the Lake County Jail to be arraigned on the new charges," the TBI added.Brown is being held at the Lake County Jail without bond.TENNESSEE MANHUNT FOR QUADRUPLE MURDER SUSPECT TIED TO TARGETED ATTACK AFTER BABY FOUND ABANDONED: DA Drummond is charged with four counts of first-degree murder, one count of aggravated kidnapping and weapons offenses.The TBI said he "should be considered armed and dangerous."Last Friday, the Jackson Police Department said it found a vehicle driven by Drummondabandoned along a dead-end road in Jackson, a city about 70 miles southeast of Tiptonville.The victims James M. Wilson, 21, Adrianna Williams, 20, Cortney Rose, 38, and Braydon Williams, 15 were discovered in Tiptonville on Tuesday.Fox News Julia Bonavita contributed to this report.