A key New York Republican said he's pleased with a tax provision in the Senate's version of President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" after weeks of tense back-and-forth over the matter."I think it's a very good deal. We were able to keep the House language intact," Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., told Fox News Digital, adding that he was pleased "we were able to solve" differences on tax deductions for certain pass-through businesses, which are companies smaller than corporations whose taxes are "passed through" the business owner's personal returns."I think at the end of the day, it's a [four-times] increase on [state and local tax (SALT) deduction caps]. And despite the Senate's best efforts to whittle down the language, we were able to keep it."Lawler is one of several blue state Republicans who threatened to sink the bill if it did not sufficiently raise SALT deduction caps.HOUSE CONSERVATIVES GO TO WAR WITH SENATE OVER TRUMP'S 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL'SALT deductions are aimed at providing relief for people living in high-cost-of-living areas, primarily in big cities and their suburbs.There was no limit on SALT deductions until Trump's 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which capped that federal tax benefit at $10,000 for both single filers and married couples.The House's bill raised that cap to $40,000 for 10 years, with households making up to $500,000 eligible for the full deduction.Senate Republicans, who released their text of the bill just before midnight on Friday night, reduced the benefit window to five years instead of 10.After that, the maximum deduction would revert to $10,000 for the next five years."Yes, the time was shortened, but at the end of the day, people are going to immediately be able to deduct them to $40,000, which is a massive win," Lawler told Fox News Digital."Democrats promised to fix this when they had complete control in '21 and '22 and failed to deliver. We're delivering on it. So you know to me this is a big win for New York. It's a big win for taxpayers all across the country."Blue state Republicans, primarily those in New York and California, have pushed hard in favor of lifting that cap. They've painted it as an existential political issue in their districts, where Republican victories were critical to the GOP winning and keeping its House majority.They've also argued that their states sending more money back to the federal government effectively subsidizes lower-tax states that do not bring in as much revenue.But Republicans in more GOP-leaning states have dismissed SALT deductions as a reward for high-tax Democratic states to continue their own policies."SALT deductions allow blue states to export their political mistakes (electing high-tax, crazy socialists), Americans shouldnt subsidize," Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, wrote on X.Lawler would not say if his support for the deal meant he would vote for the final bill noting there were other provisions he had to read through in the 940-page legislation.TOP TRUMP HEALTH OFFICIAL SLAMS DEMOCRATS FOR 'MISLEADING' CLAIMS ABOUT MEDICAID REFORMBut he said he believed most of his Republican colleagues in the SALT Caucus would be supportive of the compromise."I think there's broad consensus among most of us about how important this is, and what a significant win it is," Lawler said.Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., the only member of the SALT Caucus who sits on the tax-writing House Ways & Means Committee, told Fox News Digital of the deal on Friday, "I can live with this but, quite frankly, the $30,000 over 10 years that I negotiated out of Ways & Means wouldve protected my constituents for a longer period of time.""But alas, this is a group exercise and there are a lot of cooks in the kitchen," she said.Not everyone is on board, however. Rep. Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., signaled to Fox News Digital that he is rejecting the deal."While I support the presidents broader agenda, it would be hypocritical for me to back the same unfair $10k SALT cap Ive spent years criticizing. A permanent $40k deduction cap with income thresholds of $225k for single filers and $450k for joint filers would earn my vote," he said in a written statement.Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., did not comment on the SALT deal itself but more broadly said her support for the bill is contingent on how decisions on SALT deduction caps, Medicaid measures, and small business taxes play out.A source familiar with her thinking told Fox News Digital she would vote against the bill back in the House if the Senate's more severe Medicaid cuts remained in place.The Senate is aiming to begin considering the legislation on the floor late afternoon on Saturday, though the final vote could come in the early hours of Sunday, if not later.The bill could also change between now and then, with various Republican lawmakers still expressing their concern.Fox News Digital reached out to SALT Caucus co-chair Andrew Garbarino, R-N.Y., and Rep. Tom Kean, R-N.J. for comment.

A vulnerable Senate Republican put his foot down against President Donald Trumps "big, beautiful bill" over concerns of deep Medicaid cuts inside the megabill.Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., told Fox News Digital that he would not support the measure through a procedural hurdle necessary to kick off a marathon of debate and amendment voting that would eventually culminate in the measures final passage.TRUMP'S 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL' FACES REPUBLICAN FAMILY FEUD AS SENATE REVEALS ITS FINAL TEXTTillis, who is up for reelection in 2026, said after exiting the Senate GOPs closed-door lunch that he has a "great relationship" with his colleagues, but that he couldnt support the colossal bill."We just have a disagreement," he said. "And, you know, my colleagues have done the analysis, and they're comfortable with the impact on their states. I respect their choice. It's not a good impact in my state, so I'm not going to vote on the motion to proceed."ANXIOUS REPUBLICANS TURN TO TRUMP AMID DIVISIONS OVER 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL'He also wont support the bill during the final stretch. Tillis is part of a cohort of Senate Republicans who have expressed reservations over the Senate GOPs changes to the Medicaid provider tax rate.Tillis resistance to the bill is a bad sign for Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., who can only afford to lose three votes. So far, Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., has vowed to vote against the procedural test, and Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., is expected to follow suit.Trump was meeting with Johnson and Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fl., another possible holdout, during the lunch.Lawmakers are expected to vote to advance the bill at 4 p.m. on Saturday.The mounting resistance could force Thune to go back to the drawing board. Further complicating matters is Collins, who is also up for reelection in 2026, who said that while she would support the bill through the first step, she was leaning against voting to pass the bill in the final stretch unless the legislation was "further changed."SENATE GOP EYES MEDICAID SWEETENER TO SAVE TRUMP'S 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL'The latest version of the bill, which dropped near the stroke of midnight, included tweaks to the Senates offering that would push back the provider rate crackdown by one year, and also added another $25 billion for a rural hospital stabilization fund.While others in the group, like Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and Josh Hawley, R-Mo., are on board to at least see the legislation move through the first key procedural hurdle, Tillis has argued that his state would be harshly affected by the crackdown.Indeed, during a closed-door lunch earlier this week, the lawmaker reportedly warned that North Carolina could lose as much as $40 billion in Medicaid funding if the changes were codified.For now, Tillis is unlikely to budge, even after conversations with Trump. He is also planning to unveil further analysis on the impact of Medicaid cuts on his state that he said no one in the "administration or in this building" has been able to refute."The president I have talked, and I just told him that, Look, if this works for the country, that's great. And if my other colleagues have done extensive research and concluded it's different in their states, I respect that," he said. "We just have a disagreement based on the implementation in our respective states."

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Snchez Bezos were spotted sharing a kiss before leaving their hotel for a celebration after their lavish nuptials in Venice, Italy.The billionaire and the former journalist were photographed beaming at each other before embracing on Saturday.Lauren wore a strapless pale pink chiffon gown with silver embroidery along with dangling diamond earrings while Jeff sported a black suit.JEFF BEZOS, LAUREN SNCHEZ CELEBRITY WEDDING GUESTS TAKE VENICE BY STORMSeveral of the couple's celebrity guests were also seen in glamorous attire while heading out for the third day of the wedding festivities.Media mogul Oprah Winfrey donned a high-necked brown satin pantsuit with feathered cuffs while exiting a hotel with her friend, TV host Gayle King, who was clad in a floral cape over a cream-colored satin dress.The two carried handheld fans and Winfrey waved at onlookers as they made their way down the stairs.Kylie Jenner was spotted in a white fringe crop top with a matching long skirt while riding in a water taxi with her mother Kris Jenner and sister Kendall Jenner. Kris wore a black and white patterned coat with black feathered trim while Kendall sported a royal blue velvet and chiffon hooded minidress.Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Brooks Nader showed off her curves in a black off-the-shoulder bodysuit with a lace overlay as she was helped into a water taxi.Earlier in the day, the new Mr. and Mrs. Bezos were seen out and about after saying, "I do" on Friday.Lauren and Jeff were pictured arriving at Harry's Bar in Venice, Italy. The couple smiled and waved at the masses as they were escorted by bodyguards.In some photos, Lauren could be seen sporting a wedding ring, sans her striking engagement ring.Several other celebrities joined the newlyweds at the venue Saturday. Usher and his wife, Jennifer Goicoechea, were seen arriving at the event, while Kris Jenner and her boyfriend, Corey Gamble, made their own appearance. A reportedly newly single Orlando Bloom was also in attendance.Model Karlie Kloss and actress Sydney Sweeney were seen leaving the restaurant as well.Friday was the couple's big day.Shortly after tying the knot, Lauren took to Instagram to debut her wedding dress and new name. Her updated Instagram account now reads, "Lauren Snchez Bezos.""06/27/2025," she captioned her post, adding a red heart. She also debuted her wedding gown on the cover of Vogue.Her Dolce & Gabbana wedding dress was a mermaid-style lace gown with sheer long sleeves and a high neckline. She told Vogue in her cover story she felt "like a princess."She acknowledged that her wedding gown was more conservative than the revealing looks she has worn in the past."It is a departure from what people expect," she said, "from what I expect but its very much me."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLauren said she was expecting Jeff to be surprised."Yes. I think he will be pleasantly surprised. I think hes going to be so happy. I mean, its so elegant. Its timeless," she said.Her two sons, Nikko and Evan, walked her down the aisle, she revealed to Vogue. Her daughter, Ella, was her maid of honor and delivered a reading during the wedding ceremony. All three of her kids, whom she shares with ex-husband Patrick Whitesell, were wearing Dolce & Gabbana for her wedding.A-list guests arrived in style for the wedding, including Oprah Winfrey and best friend Gayle King. Also seen making their way to the festivities were Ivanka Trump and Karlie Kloss, along with tech titan Bill Gates and Bezos father, Miguel Bezos.Celebrities have been flooding the Italian streets for days prior to the luxurious wedding, one of the years most talked-about celebrations.On Thursday, celebrities such as Bloom, Tom Brady, Kim Kardashian, DiCaprio, Kylie Jenner and others boarded water taxis at various luxurious hotels in Venice, Italy, ahead of the couple's extravagant welcome party.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTERAccording to People, the couple hosted a welcome party for their guests in a closed cloister adjacent to the Madonna dell'Orto church Thursday night.Guests reportedly arrived in a convoy of about 30 boats. According to the outlet, guests were served pizza cooked onsite by a famous Neapolitan chef.Throughout the day, baskets of white and purple flowers were brought in to decorate the venue, along with a piano, People reported.Fox News Digital's Stephanie Giang-Paunon and Christina Dugan Ramirez contributed to this report.

The top Democrat in the Senate plans to inflict maximum pain on Senate Republicans in their march to pass President Donald Trumps "big, beautiful bill" before lawmakers even get a chance to debate the legislative behemoth.Indeed, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., plans to force clerks on the Senate floor to read the entirety of the GOPs 940-page megabill. His move to drain as much time as possible will come after Republicans vote on a key procedural test to open debate on the legislation.TRUMP'S 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL' FACES REPUBLICAN FAMILY FEUD AS SENATE REVEALS ITS FINAL TEXT"I will object to Republicans moving forward on their Big, Ugly Bill without reading it on the Senate floor," Schumer said on X. "Republicans wont tell America whats in the bill"So Democrats are forcing it to be read start to finish on the floor," he said. "We will be here all night if thats what it takes to read it."KEY GOP SENATOR DEFECTS ON CRUCIAL VOTE, IMPERILING TRUMP'S 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL' IN NARROW MAJORITYIndeed, staffers were seen carting the bill onto the Senate floor in preparation for the all-night read-a-thon.Schumers move is expected to take up to 15 hours and is designed to allow Senate Democrats more time to parse through the myriad provisions within the massive legislative text. Ultimately, it will prove a smokescreen as Senate Republicans will continue to march toward a final vote.Once the bill reading is done, 20 hours of debate evenly divided between Democrats and Republicans will begin, likely early Sunday morning. Democrats are expected to use their entire 10-hour chunk, while Republicans will go far under their allotted time.Then comes the "vote-a-rama" process, where lawmakers can offer an unlimited number of amendments to the bill.ANXIOUS REPUBLICANS TURN TO TRUMP AMID DIVISIONS OVER 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL'Democrats will again look to extract as much pain as possible during that process, while Republicans, particularly senators that have lingering issues with key Medicaid and land sale provisions, will continue to try and shape and mold the bill.The last time clerks were forced to read the entirety of a bill during the budget reconciliation process was in 2021, when Senate Democrats held the majority in the upper chamber.At the time, Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., demanded that the entire, over-600-page American Rescue Act be read aloud. Schumer, who was the Senate Majority Leader attempting to ram then-President Joe Bidens agenda through the upper chamber, objected to the reading.

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Sonny Gray turned in one of the most dominant pitching performances of the season in the teams 5-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field Friday.Gray, 35, completed the "Maddux," pitching nine innings of shutout ball while yielding one hit and striking out 11 batters with just 89 pitches.Grays performance marks the first time a pitcher tossed a complete-game shutout of under 90 pitches since 2021. New York Yankees ace Max Fried was the last pitcher to do it, when he shut down the Baltimore Orioles as a member of the Atlanta Braves.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe three-time All-Star has thrown seven complete games in his 13-year career, but Fridays complete game was Grays first since 2017, when he did it with the Yankees."I did it a lot earlier in my career, and its been a while," Gray said after the game. "You dont know if you would be able to do it, especially the way the games kind of went, and especially with me. Like, I dont throw over 100 pitches very often."KETEL MARTE RECEIVES STANDING OVATION FROM DIAMONDBACKS FANS IN FIRST HOME GAME SINCE CONTROVERSIAL HECKLINGGray never threw more than 12 pitches in an inning and had two innings with eight or fewer pitches. Gray was on the attack throughout the game with 19 first-pitch strikes to the 28 batters he faced.The Cardinals' starter retired 15 of Clevelands hitters on three pitches or fewer, including six on the first pitch."I knew the innings were kind of moving right along. I did know that I was perfect through that long. I made a good pitch there when the guy got the hit, so I was fine with that," Gray said. "When I was going out for the ninth, it felt like just another inning, which was nice."The Cardinals (45-38) will look to build on Grays performance when they take on the Guardians (40-40) in the second game of a three-game series Saturday at 4:10 p.m. ET.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

A man who took up jogging while recovering from a hernia has shattered a world record by running 465 half-marathons in just one year.Edward Molineaux, a 34-year-old personal trainer, logged an astonishing 6,000 miles between April 6, 2023, and April 7, 2024.His achievement not only broke his own previous record of 282 half-marathons in 12 months, between 2022 and 2023, but also earned him a world title, according to news agency SWNS.COMEDIAN CROSSES AMERICA WITH MINIATURE BIKE AND MASSIVE DREAM: TOOK 80 DAYS"I used to love sports like boxing, but when I suffered a hernia it took me about two years after my operation to get my body back," Molineaux said."All I could do was run. I couldn't turn to anything explosive anymore."What began as a way to recover turned into a regular habit.Molineaux, who is British, now inspires others through his dedication, according to reports."I love giving inspiration to other people, and that warrior feeling," he said."Even being around people doing well - I like seeing people getting better and going higher."WOMAN FEARED DOGS, THEN BEGAN TREKKING ALL OVER THE WORLD WITH NEWLY ADOPTED PUPThe endurance athlete went on to win a 2,000-mile virtual race across Africa.Molineaux said he structures his week around 13 half-marathon runs, often stacking multiple races in a single day, per SWNS."To complete the half-marathons, I split my week into 13 runs, with three on Monday and Wednesday, two on Tuesday and Thursday, and then just one half-marathon for the remaining three days," he said.Even through blisters, trench foot and fatigue, he said he is undeterred."Some days I did not feel like doing it, but you need to do it," he said. "Its one of the hardest parts for me, but I pushed myself."His nutrition strategy is as disciplined as his training.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER"I dont really eat before I run - I dont like feeling full while Im getting the miles in," he said. "I stick to a lot of fruit really, mainly bananas. For a half-marathon, I run on an empty stomach, maybe just a banana."At night, he said he fuels up on meat and fish."You wont get a stitch, and it wont stay in the stomach, and you can go at a faster pace," he added.Molineauxs passion for self-discipline and mental resilience is central to his philosophy.For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyle"What I would do is do one half-marathon in about two hours, have five minutes rest and then get onto the next one," he said."You dont know how the body will react or get a second wind. It all comes from belief."Molineaux was officially recognized for his accomplishment on June 1, when he received his Record Breakers world record certificate, said SWNS.His journey from injury recovery to world record holder has made him a symbol of perseverance.Said Molineaux, "I like showing people that you can do it through everything, and through anything,"

One of the most beloved figures in Pittsburgh Pirates history, Dave Parker, has died, the MLB franchise confirmed Saturday. He was 74.Parker, affectionately known as "The Cobra," was named to seven MLB All-Star teams. He racked up more than 2,700 hits and hit 339 homers during his storied big league career.He received National League MVP honors for his standout 1978 season.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMWhile he is best known for his tenure with the Pirates, Parker also had stints with the Cincinnati Reds, the Athletics, Milwaukee Brewers and two other MLB clubs.COWBOYS GREAT, SUPER BOWL CHAMPION TOM RAFFERTY DEAD AT 70Parker died less than two months before he was scheduled to be enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, New York.The Pirates honored Parker with a moment of silence before their home game against the New York Mets Saturday.Parker was a key piece of the Pirates' 1979 World Series-winning team. He was also a member of the Athletics' 1989 World Series championship team.The Pirates honored their former star, saying the news of Parker's death left the franchise "heartbroken."OutKick's Ricky Cobb, host of "The Ricky Cobb Show," took to his Super 70s X feed to share his thoughts on the loss of Parker."Im sad he wont be there physically to be enshrined in Cooperstown in less than a month. But Im happy he passed secure at last in the knowledge he will forever reside among baseballs immortals. Have your lighter handy, St. Peter, because smoking one with the Cobra will be a privilege. #RIP," the post concluded.Parker went public with his Parkinson's disease diagnosis in 2013.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Dallas Wings rookie sensation Paige Bueckers addressed comments she made in 2021 about using her platform to "celebrate Black women" during a podcast interview Friday.In an appearance on the "Nilosophy" podcast, Bueckers was asked about her comments at the 2021 ESPYS, when she said, "I think we should use this power together to also celebrate Black women" while discussing the impact of sports media.Bueckers responded to the question, expressing gratitude to the media while also claiming it "tries to isolate."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"I just feel like the media is great. Its their jobs to make headlines and get people to click in, tap in," Bueckers said. "Rivalries are great. It gets people talking about our game. They cover our game, and they give attention to your game."So, youve gotta be grateful for them. But a lot of it too is, theyre trying to isolate you. And, for me, it was like, its so easy to make everything about yourself. The media gives you a drink, and are you going to drink it or are you going to share it with others?"Bueckers added that she also aims to give credit to God too.WINGS ROOKIE PAIGE BUECKERS SAYS EXPECTATIONS ON CAITLIN CLARK AMID SHOOTING WOES ARE 'INHUMANE'"Nobody does anything by themselves and so, like spreading, obviously, my faith is really important to me. So, using my platform to glorify God has been huge, and then just spreading light on others. I think it's, like I said, it's I don't want to make anything about myself," Bueckers said.In May, after the Wings made Bueckers the first overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Bueckers spoke out again about the issue of coverage of Black women in the league."Its still an issue, every single day," she told Time magazine. "Theres not ever equal coverage.""Theres White privilege every single day that I see," she said of marketing opportunities."I feel like Ive worked extremely hard, blessed by God. But I do think theres more opportunities for me. I feel like even just marketability, people tend to favor White people White males, White women. I think it should be equal opportunity. I feel like there is privilege to what I have and to what all White people have. I recognize that. I want to counteract that with the way I go about my business."Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

The New York Post's editorial board published a scathing piece on New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's plan to "tax Whites more" on Friday, calling the proposed tax scheme "pure racism."The Post editorial argued that Mamdani's plan to shift the city's tax burden to "richer and Whiter" neighborhoods shows "where his priorities really are," and slammed the democratic socialist for looking to "punish" White people.A housing policy document posted to Mamdani's official website states that if he were elected, his administration would "shift the tax burden from overtaxed homeowners in the outer boroughs to more expensive homes in richer and Whiter neighborhoods."The document can be found here.MAMDANI'S PRIMARY WIN EXPOSES DEMOCRAT DIVIDE AS TOP LEADERS WITHHOLD ENDORSEMENTS"How will he do this? Well, once elected, he would push assessment percentages down for everyone, which, like most of what Mamdani proposes, is highly unlikely," the board ribbed.The editorial board claimed that "King Mamdani" would then "adjust rates up" based on the racial demographics of the neighborhood.Mamdani's official website states that the plan would "effectively lower tax payments for homeowners in neighborhoods like Jamaica and Brownsville while raising the amount paid in the most expensive Brooklyn brownstones.""So what percentage of paleness classifies a neighborhood as White?" The Post editorial questioned. "A plurality? Fifty percent?"The newspaper pointed out the absurdity of using racial demographics as a determining factor in the city's tax code by noting that neighborhoods like Williamsburg, which is 57% White, would be taxed at a higher rate than somewhere like Astoria, where Mamdani lives, which is 48% White.BROADCAST BIAS: NETWORKS SHIELD NYC SOCIALIST MAMDANI FROM 'EXTREME' LABEL THEY APPLY TO CONSERVATIVESThe editorial continued to pick apart the mayoral candidate's alleged race-based tax proposal, questioning if he plans on going door-to-door to ensure that "those nefarious Caucasians" pay their "White tax.""Mamdani could have proposed property tax fixes that focused exclusively on valuation, but thats not what his campaign is really about," The Post editorial asserted. "Its about identity politics and a 'hierarchy of oppression.'"According to The New York Times, Mamdani outperformed his opponents in both "higher-income neighborhoods" and in areas with "more White residents."The Post editorial left the mayoral hopeful with this concluding message: "Sorry, Zohran we need a mayor for all New Yorkers."Mamdani's press team did not immediately reply to Fox News Digital's request for comment.

Astronomers studying a distant galaxy cluster stumbled upon ancient radio signals that might hold clues to the formation of the early universe.While studying the distant galaxy cluster known as SpARCS1049, astronomers detected faint mysterious radio waves, according to a study published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters and available on the pre-print server Xrxiv.The discovered radio waves, which took 10 billion years to reach Earth, originated from a vast region of space filled with high-energy particles and magnetic fields.These vast clouds of high-energy particles are known as a mini-halo. A mini-halo has never been detected this deep into space before, according to the study.ASTRONOMERS MAKE GROUNDBREAKING DISCOVERY ABOUT LARGEST COMET EVER OBSERVED FLYING THROUGH DEEP SPACEMini-halos are described in the study as faint groups of charged particles. These groups are known to emit both radio and X-ray waves. Mini-halos are typically found in clusters between galaxies.Roland Timmerman of the Institute for Computational Cosmology of Durham University and co-author of the study said in a statement in Phys.org how these particles are important for the creation of our universe."It's astonishing to find such a strong radio signal at this distance," Timmerman said. "It means these energetic particles and the processes creating them have been shaping galaxy clusters for nearly the entire history of the universe."SCIENTISTS DETECT MYSTERIOUS RADIO WAVES COMING FROM BENEATH ANTARCTICA'S ICEThe astronomers analyzed data from the Low Frequency Array (LOFAR) radio telescope. The LOFAR is made up of 100,000 small antennas across eight European countries, according to the study.The team of astronomers believes there are two causes for the makeup of these mini-halos.According to the study, the first explanation is supermassive black holes found at the heart of galaxies. These black holes can release high-energy particles into space.The astronomers are perplexed as to how these particles would escape such a powerful black hole to create these clusters.The second explanation, according to the study, is cosmic particle collisions.These cosmic particle collisions occur when charged particles filled with hot plasma collide at near-light speeds. These collisions smash apart, allowing the high-energy particles to be observed from Earth.According to the study, astronomers now believe that this discovery suggests that either black holes or particle collisions have been energizing galaxies earlier than previously believed.New telescopes being developed like the Square Kilometer Array will eventually let astronomers detect even more faint signals.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPJulie Hlavacek-Larrondo from the University of Montreal and co-lead author of the study said in a statement she believes this is just the beginning to the wonders of space."We are just scratching the surface of how energetic theearly universe really was," Hlavacek-Larrondo said in the statement. "This discovery gives us a new window into howgalaxy clusters grow and evolve, driven by both black holes and high-energy particle physics."