Whether you live in the Northeast, West Coast or anywhere in between, transforming your outdoor spaces into a hosting haven is essential for memorable spring and summer gatherings. Thoughtfully selected outdoor furniture enhances the appeal of your patio or deck and provides the comfort and functionality needed for entertaining guests.Modular furniture and water-resistant materials are gaining popularity, offering versatility and durability to suit various outdoor settings and climates. To assist you in curating the perfect outdoor retreat, here are 10 furniture pieces that combine style, comfort and practicality to elevate your outdoor living experience.Most parties involve food, so an outdoor dining set that accommodates multiple guests is a must.This Mainstays 7-piece set at Walmart includes a tempered glass-top table and six stackable chairs, all with durable steel frames and a weather-resistant finish. The neutral tones complement various outdoor themes and its stackable chairs offer convenient storage options for the off-season. Considerthis outdoor dining set if you prefer resin over metal, which potentially involves less maintenance depending on your situation.11 LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACKS THAT ARE PERFECT FOR DAY HIKESA sectional couch is a popular indoor choice, so why not get one for your outdoor space too?This modular sectional by Birch Laneat Wayfair features handwoven resin wicker over a rust-free aluminum frame, ensuring longevity and resistance to the elements. The Sunbrella cushions provide comfort and have fade-resistant properties. Its modular design allows for customizable configurations to fit your space. If its price tag is above your budget, considerthis similar set from Costway at Walmart for under $1,000. Dont forget to grab anumbrella too!Many consider Adirondack chairs a backyard staple, especially around afire pit. Crafted from recycled plastic lumber,this Adirondack chair offers the timeless appeal of wood without the maintenance. It's resistant to various weather conditions, including rain and sun, ensuring durability. The folding feature allows for easy storage and portability.If youre anAmazon Prime member, you can get these items to your door ASAP. You canjoin or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today.This expansive Hampton Bay offset umbrella at Home Depot provides ample shade and features built-in solar-powered LED lights to enhance evening ambiance. Its cantilever design allows for versatile placement without obstructing the seating area and the durable aluminum frame helps it withstand wind. If your mind is on accessories, you might also consider picking up aresin storage box for storing cushions, throw pillows, outdoor toys and whatever else you might need, like acolorful indoor/outdoor rug!10 PRODUCTS TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR INDOOR PLANTS IN THE SPRINGYoull likely always need extra chairs if your guest count exceeds what your table allows. These Style Selections Pelham Bay stackable chairs are space-saving and feature a rust-resistant steel frame and a comfortable sling seat. Their neutral design complements various table styles, making them a versatile addition to any outdoor dining setup. Also, if you want a more casual setup, you can put the chairs around thisStyle Selections coffee table, add anend table or two.This budget-friendly set by Mainstays at Walmart includes a table, four folding chairs and an umbrella, offering a complete dining solution for smaller spaces for around $100. The steel frames and weather-resistant materials ensure durability, while the folding chairs provide easy storage options. And it comes in several different colors if youre looking for a more colorful option! If you prefer the earthy and chic look of rattan instead, check outthis Costway set, which is more expensive but delivers a refined look.This sleek sectional by AllModern at Wayfair features thick cushions and bold lines, offering both comfort and a modern feel. The Sunbrella cushions are known for their durability and resistance to fading, making them a reliable choice for outdoor use. You can customize the configuration of this couch to suit your outdoor space best. What is the best accent for your fancy new sectional?These colorful outdoor throw cushions! Theyre waterproof and a set of four is under $20 on Amazon.THESE 8 TRENDING OUTFITS ARE PERFECT FOR YOUR SPRING WARDROBEThis stylish wicker egg chair adds a contemporary and cozy touch to any outdoor space. Made with weather-resistant wicker and a sturdy steel frame, it includes plush cushions for maximum comfort. Its unique design creates a cozy nook for relaxation. Add anottoman to kick your feet up for the ultimate backyard lounging experience! Bring your own book and beverage.Love the comfort of a sectional and the functionality of a dining set, but dont have space for both?This versatile set at Walmart includes a sectional sofa, dining table and two ottomans in durable wicker. The sectional provides ample seating with plush cushions for comfort, while the ottomans offer additional seating or can serve as footrests. The dining table features a tempered glass top, making it easy to clean and perfect for outdoor meals. This set's modular design allows various configurations to suit your space and entertaining needs. Anoffset umbrella is the ideal complement; you can even add aheat lamp for chilly nights!For more deals, visit www.foxnews.com/category/dealsEnhance your outdoor gatherings by huddling aroundthis smokeless fire pit, designed to provide warmth and ambiance without the hassle and mess of traditional fire pits. Its compact size makes it suitable for various outdoor spaces and the included stand ensures safety on different surfaces. Dont forget theSmores kit!

Where you live can have a big impact on your mental health.Particularly for seniors, its important to settle down in a location that promotes happiness.Older adults face a higher risk of mental health problems due to circumstances like the loss of loved ones, loneliness, chronic illness or disability, medications, changes brought on by retirement and other stressors, according to the National Council on Aging.'HAPPIEST' US CITIES REVEALED: SEE WHERE YOURS RANKSCaring.com, a senior care resource, recently released its Senior Happiness Index, revealing where in the country seniors are happiest based on WalletHubs state happiness roundup.Experts analyzed various factors like happiness levels per state, cost of living, average life expectancy, health rates in residents over 60 and the number of senior centers per state.Below are the results for the top 10 happiest states for seniors.Utah claimed the No. 1 spot for the most content seniors, with a happiness score of 7.69 out of 10.U.S. HAPPINESS IS AT AN ALL-TIME LOW, STUDY FINDS: SEE WHICH COUNTRIES RANK HIGHERAccording to the study, Utahs high rank is due to its "supportive environment" for senior living, good senior health and the third-lowest percentage (21.48%) of seniors living alone, which reduces the risk of social isolation.The researchers mentioned that more than two-fifths of seniors in Utah volunteer, which is the highest rate in the U.S.Volunteering allows the states aging population to "stay connected and involved with their community," Caring.com commented, which "contributes significantly" to well-being and happiness.BEST AND WORST US STATES TO DRIVE IN: SEE WHERE YOURS RANKS ON THE LISTIdaho followed closely behind, with an overall happiness score of 7.38 out of 10.Less than a quarter of seniors in Idaho live alone, the second-lowest rate in the country, and the state ranks in the top five for senior centers."Known for its stunning natural landscapes, Idaho offers seniors plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, promoting both physical and mental well-being," Caring.com added.Connecticut and Delaware tied for No. 3, scoring a 7.01 out of 10 on the happiness scale.Connecticut has the third-highest average life expectancy and is among the top 10 states for overall health.Only 7.2% of Connecticut residents lack health insurance, which ensures access to necessary medical services for the aging population.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTERConnecticut also offers a variety of discounted cultural and immersive experiences for seniors, such as museums, parks, libraries and arts events.According to Caring.com, Delaware is regarded as one of the "happiest and most supportive states for later life."The state ranks in the top 10 for overall senior health and happiness, and in the top five for the lowest percentage of people living alone.Caring.com considered Delawares cost of living index "relatively affordable," which can help residents maintain a "comfortable and independent lifestyle."For more Health articles, visitwww.foxnews.com/healthOther states stood out in these categories, including North Dakota for the most senior centers per 100,000 population and West Virginia for the most affordable cost of living.Hawaii has the lowest percentage of seniors over 65 years old living alone, the highest average life expectancy and the highest senior state of happiness.

Louisiana police have arrested a third suspect in connection with Super Bowl reporter Adan Manzano's hotel room murder.Manzano, a 27-year-old Kansas City, Missouri-based Telemundo sports reporter, was in New Orleans on assignment to cover Super Bowl LIX. He was found dead with Xanax in his system in his room at the Comfort Suites hotel in Kenner, Louisiana, on the morning of Feb. 5.Officials said his death was caused by the combined toxic effects of Xanax and alcohol, noting that he had been found "face-down in a pillow with no lividity around his nose and mouth." Since then, Kenner police have arrested so-called "Bourbon Street Hustler" Danette Colbert, 48, and her accused accomplice, Ricky White, in connection with Manzano's death,On Friday, Kenner police also announced the arrest of Christian Anderson, 33, a New Orleans resident, for his alleged involvement in the plot that led to Manzano's death.LOUISIANA POLICE ANNOUNCE UPDATE IN 'BOURBON STREET HUSTLER' CASE AFTER SUPER BOWL REPORTER'S DRUG DEATHColbert was nicknamed the "Bourbon Street Hustler" on social media due to her lengthy past targeting men in the French Quarter and stealing their money. She is accused of similar crimes in Las Vegas. Authorities believe she, White and Anderson conspired to drug Manzano and then steal his credit cards before authorities found him dead.Colbert and Manzano "met in the French Quarter, probably in the wee hours of the morning," Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley previously told Fox News Digital.SUPER BOWL REPORTER DEAD IN LOUISIANA HOTEL HAD XANAX IN SYSTEM AFTER BOURBON STREET HUSTLER MEETUP: POLICE"They came back to the hotel that was in the city of Kenner about 4:30 a.m. on Feb. 5, at which time we do have surveillance video from the lobby of the hotel showing them going into [Manzano's] room around that time," Conley said. "Then [Colbert] came out, ran to the store, came back about 30 minutes later, and within 10 or 15 minutes, she left the room. And he was never seen again on any video other than when he went into the room. So, she was the last one to be with him."Detectives found that one of Manzano's credit cards was missing while processing his hotel room, Conley told reporters during a news conference on Feb. 8. Authorities then obtained a search warrant allowing them to track the locations where the credit card was used after Manzano was found, which led them to Colbert.NEW ORLEANS 'BOURBON STREET HUSTLER' SUSPECT IN SUPER BOWL REPORTER DEATH MAY BE TIED TO 2ND FATALITY: POLICEWhite is facing various charges, including simple robbery and multiple counts of fraud. He was later charged with murder in connection with Manzano's death.Authorities have also obtained an arrest warrant for Anderson for principal to simple robbery, purse snatching, access device fraud, illegal transmission of monetary funds, bank fraud and computer fraud. He is currently detained at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center alongside Colbert and White, Kenner police said.LOUISIANA HOTEL SURVEILLANCE SHOWS SUPER BOWL REPORTER WITH 'BOURBON STREET HUSTLER' JUST BEFORE DEATH"Evidence gathered through search warrants, text message records, and digital communications revealed that Anderson, along with previously arrested suspects Danette Colbert and Rickey White, played an active role in a coordinated pattern of targeting victims, drugging them, and stealing personal property, including phones and financial account access," Kenner police said in a Friday press release."Detectives discovered that the vehicle used by Danette Colbert on the day of Manzanos death had been rented by Christian Anderson, and further evidence showed that Anderson provided logistical support, engaged in post-crime communication, and assisted in attempts to financially benefit from the victims stolen assets."'BOURBON STREET HUSTLER' ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO SUPER BOWL REPORTER'S DEATH LINKED TO LAS VEGAS DRUGGINGRecords also allegedly show that "Anderson and Colbert communicated extensively following the incident, and that he played a role in the groups recurring criminal behavior," Kenner police said.Colbert was recently sentenced to serve 25 years in prison for crimes unrelated to Manzano's death, including theft, computer fraud and illegal transmission of monetary funds stemming from a 2024 case.Police are asking anyone with information about Colbert to come forward. Some victims, Conley said, do not speak up, due to the sensitive nature of the suspect's alleged crimes.Authorities executed a search warrant at Colbert's address after identifying her as a potential suspect in connection with Manzano's death and said they had located a stolen gun that did not appear to be related to Manzano's death and narcotics.

Golf influencerPaige Spiranac has landed herself a new gig.The populargolf content creator announced this week that she will be joining the Grass League, an innovative new golf league in its second season, as a member of the front office."I am joining the front office at Grass League, yay!" She said in the announcement posted to her YouTube channel on Thursday.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"I will be joining the front office which means that I will be focusing on brand development, fan engagement, marketing, content strategy, seeking out new talent, team owners, and acquiring sponsorships.""We are honored to announce [Paige Spiranac] has joined the Grass League front office," the league added in a post on social media."Paige is THE OG golf influencer, a great person, golfer, businesswoman, and has an incredible mind for new age sports media. We are excited to have Paige on the team, and look forward to working together to shape the future of golf."The Grass League describes itself as a new high stakes Par 3 golf league that features both amateur and professional players competingin team-based formats.PAIGE SPIRANAC SWINGS BACK AT CRITICS OF 'CONSERVATIVE' GOLF OUTFITAccordingto Forbes, the inaugural season was played at one venue in Tempe, Arizona but branched out this year to include one tournament in California.The event is set to be broadcast live on the Golf Channel."This is really exciting for me and I feel like it is part of this next development and stage of my career. But dont you worry, this will not take away from anything else that Im currently doing. It is only going to add to it, and I cant wait to tell you more about why," Spiranac said.The Grass League is currently made up of 11 franchises with the San Diego Munis on top of the leaderboard with 753 points.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told Fox News' Steve Doocy on Friday that Newark Liberty International Airports closed runway could reopen in less than two weeks a move that he hopes will ease the ongoing delays caused by its closure.Duffy said Newark's closed runway will be reopened "very quickly" and that the runway could be ready "maybe in the next week."After being asked what is being done to alleviate the delays and cancellations facing airports across the country, Duffy gave a rundown of what he thinks are the major issues causing these delays."So listen what's happening is we have weather it happens at this time of year, number one. Number two, we have a limited amount of controllers with 3,000 short nationally. And then, specifically in Newark, we have our runway that's been shut down. It's gonna open up very quickly," he told Doocy. "The Port Authority has crushed it on speed."NEWARK AIRPORT DISRUPTIONS LEAVE AIRLINE FLYERS SCRAMBLING AS EXPERTS SHARE TIPS FOR NOT BEING 'STRANDED'Duffy continued by noting that while it can be frustrating for air travelers to have their flights delayed or canceled, stating that the Department of Transportations (DOT) top priority remains ensuring passenger safety."Whether it's weather, we might have some shortages of air traffic controllers. You know that we had telecom issues in Philadelphia, or in Newark, out of the Philly TRACON. So those factors all come into play. And the key is your safety," Duffy said. "A lot of the questions that come though is it safe to fly? And of course it is. We have so many redundancies in place, but we have to fix the system."The transportation secretary then dove into the details of how he predicts departures out of Newark Airport will improve after the runway and other improvements are complete."So 28 departures an hour. It used to be 50-54," he claimed. "So when the runway opens, we'll get to 34."LAWMAKERS REACT TO NEWARK AIRPORT CHAOS: YOUR FAMILY DESERVES TO KNOW YOU'LL BE SAFE'Another issue plaguing Newark Airport, according to Duffy, is the fact that new air traffic controllers from other airspaces can't simply be brought in to alleviate the shortage; they must first be trained on Newark's airspace.Duffy said there are currently 16 air traffic controllers in training at Newark, and that it typically takes six months to a year to become certified in a new airspace."Again, I can't just snap my fingers and fix the problems that Pete Buttigieg and Joe Biden left for me," he said.After being asked by Doocy about another issue facing the air traffic controller industry the large numbers of controllers retiring Duffy laid out his plan for incentivizing retirement-age controllers to stay on the job.CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE"Air traffic controllers can retire after 25 years of service. I've offered them a 20% upfront bonus to stay on after their eligible date of retirement," he said. "This is a government job where you are paid very well. So to give them that bonus, I think it matters."Duffy said his goal is to keep experienced controllers while also expanding the pipeline to get more young people into the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy and working in the industry.

Fox News Senior Correspondent MikeTobin has completed one of the riskiest feats in the world: climbing Mount Everest.Along with a team, Tobin hiked the mountainin the Himalayas,reaching the highest point on Earth.Tobin was back on the channel, joining "Americas Newsroom" on Friday from China to share the details of his experience.EXTREME TRAVEL DESTINATION TO RESTRICT POPULAR MOUNTAIN ACCESS"Some people say weather-wise, it was one of the best summit windows they've seen in like 20 years," said Tobin."And you compare that to the other people who climbed Everest this season most of them got beat up on the summit."He said that his team saw people going down the mountain with "big black mittens on," indicating that "they were covering up frostbite damage."Tobin shared that when he reached the summit, it was a little bit cloudy."I'm very well aware that 90% of the accidents happen on the way down and so you're tired, you're a little hypoxic, and it was a moment of concentration for me," said Tobin.WORLD-TRAVELING COUPLE VISITS 197 COUNTRIES, REVEALS TOP DESTINATIONS"I wanted to make sure that I didn't let up because we still had a long way to get down to advanced base camp."In 2023, 12 climbers were reported dead while five went missing following 478 hiking permits issued by Nepal, according to Reuters."I was just trying to think, 'Keep your head about yourself. Don't make any mistakes, don't turn what's otherwise going to be a celebration into a tragedy.'"About 700 to 1,000 climbers attempt the summit each year, with success rates ranging between 60% and 70%, according to Climbing Kilimanjaro.Tobin said he "certainly was spooked at different times on the climb," sharing that it hit him when he came back down on the second step.The second step is on the northeast ridge of Mount Everest, one of three major obstacles.He said it was a bit "odd" as he "was pretty enthused on the way up," but added that other team members shared the moment was spooky for them, too.While in the "death zone," Tobin participated in the 22 Pushup Challenge to raise awareness about the issue of veteran and first responder suicide.For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyle"The only way you survive the death zone is to get in and out of there as fast as you can before the sand runs out of your hourglass or before the oxygen runs out of your bottle," said Tobin.The "death zone" is an area above 26,247 ft. on the mountain; the air is too thin to support human life without supplemental oxygen."Itwas kind of an add-on to the climb You've seen some of the different events that people have done as far as the 22 push-ups in recognition of veteran suicide," said Tobin."I hope that a troubled guy out there somewhere who was looking at suicide as a reasonable response to his troubles will realize that someone took the time to do that in a perilous situation and reconsider before he hurts himself," he added.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERTobin credited his wife for keeping him on track during his preparation leading up to the hike."Between work and training for Everest, there really wasn't any time, and she ran the house and made sure I got fed."He shared that the training process was pretty "arduous.""I did crazy kinds of training, like Id take the sandbags that our cameramen use, and I put them in a backpack, and I ran up and down the Indiana Sand Dunes for hours at a time," said Tobin.

As Harvard University faces more criticism over its lack of conservative views on campus, the school continued a pattern of inviting more left-leaning commencement speakers for its students on Thursday.Physician and author Abraham Verghese spoke to the graduating class of 2025 and used his speech to attack the "cascade of draconian government measures" from the Trump administration that have led to widespread "uncertainty, pain, and suffering." He also called on Harvard to stand firm against them."More people than you realize are grateful for Harvard for the example it has set," Verghese said. "By your clarity in affirming and courageously defending the essential values of this university, and indeed of this nation."He also highlighted his status as an immigrant at a time when "legal immigrants and others who are lawfully in this country worry about being wrongly detained and even deported."HARVARD PROFESSOR URGES UNIVERSITY TO EMBRACE IDEOLOGICAL BALANCE AMID CLASH WITH TRUMP ADMINReferences to ongoing political conflicts are not new in university commencement speeches, but at Harvard, the political comments have been largely left-leaning, with some of the examples being Democratic politicians themselves.Since 2015, Harvard has hosted former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, the late Georgia Rep. John Lewis and former U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland.Garlands address was largely spent warning 2020 and 2021 graduates about the threat to democracy following the Jan. 6 Capitol riots."At home, we are also facing threats to democracy different in kind, but threats, nonetheless," Garland said in 2022. "We see them in efforts to undermine the right to vote. We see them in the violence and threats of violence that are directed at people because of who they are or how they serve the public. We saw them when a violent mob stormed the United States Capitol in an attempt to prevent the peaceful transfer of power."HARVARD PRESIDENT PRESSED ON WHY AMERICANS HATE UNIVERSITY, ACKNOWLEDGES 'REAL PROBLEMS WE SHOULD ADDRESS'Guests over the past decade have also included foreign leaders such as former German Chancellor Angela Merkel and former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. During their speeches, they touted legislative accomplishments and goals for issues like climate change and abortion."In the past ten years, we have passed laws that include everything from the introduction of gay marriage and the banning of conversion therapy, right through to embedding a 1.5 degree climate change target into law, banning military-style semi-automatics and assault rifles, and the decriminalization of abortion," Ardern boasted in 2022.Journalists such as Maria Ressa and former Washington Post editor Martin Baron spoke to graduates about the dangers of "disinformation" and the importance of a free press."Facts and truth are matters of life and death. Misinformation, disinformation, delusions and deceit can kill," Baron said in 2020.Other speakers included filmmaker Steven Spielberg, actor Tom Hanks and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, each of whom has had a history of supporting Democratic politicians.CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTUREHarvard President Alan Garber recently addressed conservative viewpoints appearing unwelcome on campus and called it a "problem" that needs to be solved."Many members of our community have been alarmed that students have become increasingly reluctant to speak openly about controversial or uncomfortable topics, especially if they believe their personal views are unpopular. Thats a problem we need to solve," Garber said.Harvard University announced after Verghese's speech that it had appointed alum Kannon K. Shanmugam, an attorney with "strong Republican ties," to the Harvard Corporation. In a statement to the Harvard Crimson, Garber expressed optimism that Shanmugam would provide "fresh perspectives and valuable insights."CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe spotlight on Harvards lack of viewpoint diversity comes as the Trump administration announces more cuts to federal funding for the school.

Evangeline Lillys trip to the beach took an unexpected turn when she landed in the hospital.The Marvel actress took to social media to share photos of her bloodied face after she fainted and suffered injuries to her face."I fainted at the beach. And fell face first into a boulder," Lilly, 45, wrote on her Substack.EVANGELINE LILLY RECALLS MAKING MICHAEL DOUGLAS A PROVOCATIVE PROPOSAL"At the hospital, the nurses and doctor went straight into action, more determined to find the cause of my blackout than to stitch up the hole punctured into my face by the rock."In a photo she posted to Instagram, the "Lost" actress was seen with dried blood around her nose. In a second picture, she slightly lifted her head and opened her mouth to show her swollen lip with a few injuries on her chin. Lilly appeared to be in good spirits as she found some humor in her hospital visit. She explained that when doctors examined her, she said, "I smiled wryly at them. You wont find anything. I said with a woozy voice..."The "Ant-Man" actress detailed more of her health history, revealing that shes had "absent" and "fainting spells" since childhood.APP USERS CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST"The doctors checked me for epilepsy when I was young and then settled on the idea of hypoglycemia (without doing any testing)," she wrote.MARVEL STAR EVANGELINE LILLY FULFILLS WISH TO LEAVE HOLLYWOOD: 'PRAISE GOD'After numerous trips to the doctors office as well as multiple blood tests, Lilly said that the doctors couldnt determine her diagnosis."What was interesting was how, even after a 12-hour fast, even after blacking out, my glucose levels never came back as low. Hypoglycemia, it seemed, was being ruled out."However, Lilly has been told by medical professionals these blackout episodes may be common."I am not the only person who has blackout episodes that are not explained. The nurse who was tending me in the hospital told me that most patients with this issue are never given a medical answer as to why they blackout. Not with heart monitors, glucose monitors nor blood tests. They just have to live in the mystery of not knowing."She added that her partner had addressed his concerns and described his reaction when she had unexplained "blackout episodes.""My partner says that when I black out, I look like I die. He gets very afraid. My eyes roll back in my head and all life leaves my body. He is constantly checking my nose and mouth for breath. This time was no exception. He wasnt with me at the beach, but on the way to the hospital I blacked out again."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSThe Hollywood actress concluded her post and wondered if theres a spiritual purpose to her out-of-body experiences."Do you think a soul can leave a body and return? Do you think we have a soul?"Lilly's injury comes after her decision to step away from Hollywood.APP USERS CLICK HERE TO VIEW POSTLast June, Lilly shared on Instagram that "I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision. Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER"Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment. I might return to Hollywood one day, but, for now, this is where I belong. A new season has arrived, and I AM READY... and I AM HAPPY."Lilly had previously thought about leaving Hollywood for good. Following her time on "Lost," she said that director Peter Jackson had to lure her into playing Tauriel in "The Hobbit."

U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirmed to Fox News Digital that it is no longer operating any "soft-sided" facilities, following the closure of a migrant processing center near San Diego in March.The Biden administration used the facilities to process migrants who entered the country illegally at multiple sites in California, Texas, and Arizona, amid a surge of millions crossing the border."Due to the unprecedented drop in apprehensions of illegal aliens as a result of the Presidents recent executive actions, CBP is not operating any temporary, soft-sided processing facilities where illegal aliens have been held in specific locations along the southwest border. CBP no longer has a need for them as illegal aliens are being quickly removed," a CBP spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital on Thursday.SOUTHERN BORDER APPREHENSIONS PLUNGE MORE THAN 90% FROM YEAR AGO IN APRIL, CBP SAYS"The U.S. Border Patrol has full capability to manage the detention of apprehended aliens in USBPs permanent facilities. Manpower and other resources dedicated to temporary processing facilities will be redirected toward other priorities and will speed CBPs progress in gaining operational control over the southwest border," the spokesperson said.On March 13, CBP said that they were closing three Texas and two Arizona facilities, but one California and one Texas location were still open.In March, Fox News Digital reported that CBP had shuttered the Otay Mesa facility that was launched in January 2023 as the border crisis raged on.BORDER CROSSINGS HIT RECORD LOW IN MARCH, THANKS TO 'VIGILANT' WORK OF AGENTS: REPORTU.S. Border Patrols San Diego Sector posted a video to X on Sunday showing that the sectors soft-sided facility has been decommissioned."The world has heard President Trump and Secretary Noems message. Americas borders are CLOSED to lawbreakers," Homeland Security posted in response to the clip.CLICK HERE FOR MORE IMMIGRATION COVERAGEAccording to CBP, the facilities cost taxpayers between $5 million and $30 million per month.Since President Donald Trump took office, southern border crossings marked by CBP have gone down. In April, there were just over 8,300 "apprehensions," which is a 93% drop from the year before, the agency said.CBP RELEASES MARCH BORDER CROSSING NUMBERS, MARKING LOWEST TO DATE EVER RECORDED"For the first time in years, more agents are back in the fieldpatrolling territories that CBP didnt have the bandwidth or manpower to oversee just six months ago," Pete Flores, Acting Commissioner of CBP, said in a statement on May 12. "But thanks to this administrations dramatic shift in security posture at our border, we are now seeing operational control becoming a realityand its only just beginning."

Two Democrats who've spent decades in Congress this week became the latest in their party to face primary challenges from much younger opponents.Longtime Democratic Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer has yet to announce whether he will seek re-election next year for a 24th two-year term in Congress.If he does, he will face a primary challenger who is making Hoyer's age the congressman turns 86 next month and would be 89 at the end of his next term a centerpiece of his campaign.Meanwhile, 78-year-old Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusettsfirst elected to Congress nearly half a century agoannounced last October that he would seek another six-year term in the Senate. He is now facing a primary challenger who has criticized what he calls the senators "absence" in pushing back against President Donald Trump.DEMOCRATS' VICE CHAIR IGNITES CIVIL WAR, TARGETING ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL INCUMBENTS IN PRIMARIESHarry Jarin, 35, a volunteer firefighter and emergency services consultant, said Thursday in a new video announcing his candidacy, "If you live here in southern Maryland, I want to ask you a tough question. Do you really think that Steny Hoyer, at 89-years-old, is the best person to represent us?""Here's the bottom line: You don't put out a fire by sending in the same people who let it spread. Send in a firefighter," Jarin said. "Maryland deserves a new generation of leadership, and I'm ready to take up the fight."And in an interview with Fox News Digital, Jarin said: "I think were facing a really serious constitutional crisis Congress has really declined as an institution over the last three or four years. Congress has surrendered a lot of its legislative power under the Constitution over to the executive branch. I think thats been very corrosive to our political system."Asked about his motivation to primary challenge Hoyer, Jarin said, "Its not just about getting someone younger and fresher in. Its getting someone in who understands the need to revitalize Congress as an institution."Fox News reached out to Hoyer's office for a response, but a spokesperson declined to respond.Hoyer, who first won his seat in Congress in a 1981 special election, from 2003 to 2023, was the second-ranking House Democrat behind Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif. He served as House Majority Leader from 2007-2011 and from 2019-2023, when the Democrats controlled the chamber.Along with Pelosi, Hoyer stepped down from his longtime leadership position at the end of 2022 but remained in Congress. DEMOCRATS PREDICT HOUSE REPUBLICANS WILL PAY PRICE FOR PASSING TRUMP'S BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL"I think all of us have been around for some time and pretty much have a feel for the timing of decisions. And I think all three of us felt that this was the time," Hoyer told CNN at the time, as he referred to the moves by the top three House Democrats Pelosi, Hoyer and Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C. to step down from their leadership roles.Hoyer has long been a major backer of the Democrats' top issues, and during his second tenure as House majority leader, he played a crucial role in the passage of then-President Joe Biden's so-called American Rescue Plan and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.He represents Maryland's Democrat-dominated 5th Congressional District, which covers a region known as Southern Maryland, and includes the suburbs south and east of Washington, D.C., a sliver of suburban Baltimore and Annapolis, as well as rural areas farther south.Hoyer, who suffered a minor stroke last year, is the latest high-ranking House Democrat to face a primary challenge from a younger opponent.Pelosi and Reps. Brad Sherman of California and Jan Schakowsky of Illinois have drawn primary challenges, with Schakowsky later announcing that she will no longer run for re-election.Jarin told Fox News that when he spoke with voters in the district about Hoyer, they had concerns about the incumbent's age."The main reaction I got when I asked people about Steny Hoyer was first and foremost his age," Jarin said. "The idea that he would be close to 90 years old at the end of the next term is just a little bit nuts for people. I think people are starting to process how extreme a situation that is."The primary challenges come as Democrats are still trying to regroup following last November's election setbacks, when the party lost control of the White House and their Senate majority, and came up short in their bid to win back the House.The party's base is angry and energized to push back against the sweeping and controversial moves by Trump in the four months since he returned to the White House.Additionally, while much of that anger and energy is directed at fighting the White House and congressional Republicans, some of it is targeted at Democrats whom many in the party's base feel aren't vocal enough in their efforts to stymie Trump.Concurrently, other longtime and older House Democrats in safe blue districts are facing the possibility of primary challenges.This, after newly elected Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg last month pledged to spend millions of dollars through his outside political group to back primary challenges against what he called "asleep at the wheel" House Democrats lawmakers he argued have failed to effectively push back against Trump.The move by the 25-year-old Hogg, a survivor of the horrific shooting seven years ago at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in South Florida, to spend money against fellow Democrats ignited a firestorm within the party.Jarin said that "we have reached out to David Hogg. Weve been in communication."But Hogg told The Washington Post last month that he wouldn't support primary challenges against Hoyer, Pelosi or Clyburn.As for his ability to raise money for his campaign, Jarin said, "I do come from a political family."He noted that his husband was a major donor and bundler for former President Joe Biden's successful 2020 campaign and also served as a DNC finance director, and that his uncle had "been a big bundler for Democratic causes for a long time.""I think a lot of donors realize that this is a problem but may not be able to say it out loud for fear of repercussions," he argued.Jarin said that he's received "some pushback from donors for concerns of prioritizing more marginal districts" instead of pouring resources into swing seats as the party aims to win back the House majority in 2026."My message to them has been that putting extremely elderly politicians like Steny Hoyer back into office for a 24th term sends a message to voters across the country that Democrats are just the party of status quo and clearly that message has not been working," he said.In Massachusetts, first-time candidate Alex Rikleen a father, former teacher and fantasy sports writer, this week launched a primary challenge against Markey.While Rikleen didn't spotlight the senator's age, he did argue that "Markey, like many other Democrats, has stood silently by as [Senate Democratic Leader] Chuck Schumer surrenders Democrats' leverage" in battling Trump.Rikleen said that he is "stepping forward to challenge an incumbent because Democrats have shown us that they are not going to change course on their ownin this perilous moment, I believe we need dramatic action now and we are not getting it from our current Democratic leaders."And while he said that "Sen. Markey has been a fantastic leader on progressive policy throughout my lifetime and he is better than most at standing up for others. In a normal political environment, I'd proudly continue voting for him," he argued that "this is not a normal moment. Better than most is not good enough."But Markey has been very visible this year, as he attended protests and rallies across Massachusetts. And last month he traveled to Louisiana to urge the Trump administration to release Rumeysa Ozturk, a student at Massachusetts' Tufts University who was handcuffed while walking on a street by masked Department of Homeland Security agents and detained at an ICE facility.And Markey took to social media on Thursday to once again defend Harvard University in its battle with the Trump administration, pledging that "Massachusetts will not be bullied."