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    Emerging Lakers star Darius Bazley exits NBA Summer League game in wheelchair with apparent serious injury
    Darius Bazley put together a string of notable performances with the Los Angeles Lakers at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.But the 25-year-old forward's run took an abrupt turn Thursday.Bazley collapsed on the hardwood after he drove to the basket during the Lakers' matchup with the Boston Celtics.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMBazley remained on the floor for a few moments in noticeable discomfort. Team trainers examined Bazley before he eventually left the court with the assistance of a wheelchair. The Celtics won the game.2025 NBA SUMMER LEAGUE ODDS: SACRAMENTO KINGS' CHAMPIONSHIP FUTURES SURGEThe Lakers did not immediately provide an update on the forward's injury.Bazley was drafted by the Utah Jazz but started his NBA career with the Oklahoma City Thunder. More recently, Bazley appeared in six games with the Jazz during the 2023-24 season.Bazley has had a breakout summer, averaging 11.2 points and 8.4 rebounds over the five games he's appeared in at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.The Lakers are scheduled to play the Denver Nuggets Friday night. Los Angeles enters the game with a 1-3 record.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
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    Justice Department moves to unseal Epstein, Maxwell grand jury transcripts amid calls for transparency
    At Attorney General Pam Bondis direction, the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Friday formally moved to unseal long-secret grand jury transcripts from the Jeffrey Epstein case, citing what it called intense public interest in the notorious sex trafficking investigation.Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted the motion in Manhattan federal court, urging a judge to release the transcripts from Epsteins 2019 grand jury proceedings and those from the prosecution of Epsteins convicted associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, as part of a new transparency push by the department.Earlier this month, the DOJ and FBI issued a memorandum describing an "exhaustive review" of their Epstein investigative files. That internal review sought to determine if any evidence could justify charging additional individuals, but it concluded that "no such evidence was uncovered" against any uncharged third parties.Since the memos July 6 release, officials say, public interest in its conclusions has remained high.DOJ REJECTS GHISLAINE MAXWELLS APPEAL IN SCOTUS RESPONSEWhile the department maintains it stands by the memos findings, the filing emphasizes that "transparency to the American public is of the utmost importance to this Administration." Given the intense public interest, the DOJ told the court it is moving to unseal the underlying grand jury transcripts to shed light on its investigative work in the Epstein matter.The DOJ said it will work with prosecutors to redact all victim names and personal identifying information from the transcripts before any release."Transparency in this process will not be at the expense of our obligation under the law to protect victims," the motion assured.Epstein, 66, was indicted by a New York grand jury July 2, 2019, on sex trafficking charges. Just over a month later, on Aug. 10, 2019, he died by suicide in his jail cell while awaiting trial, and the case was dismissed.LEGAL PATHWAY CLEARLY EXISTS FOR TRUMP'S REQUEST TO MAKE EPSTEIN GRAND JURY TESTIMONY PUBLICEpsteins longtime confidant, Ghislaine Maxwell, was indicted by a grand jury in 2020 on multiple counts related to trafficking and coercing minors.She was convicted in December 2021 and sentenced to 20 years in prison. Maxwells convictions were upheld on appeal in 2024, and she is petitioning the U.S. Supreme Court to review her case.Grand jury proceedings are ordinarily secret by law, or as the motion says, "a tradition of law that proceedings before a grand jury shall generally remain secret." But the filing notes this tradition "is not absolute."Federal courts have recognized "certain special circumstances" where releasing grand jury records is appropriate even outside the usual exceptions, like when a case holds significant public or historical importance.The DOJ argues Epsteins case is exactly such a special circumstance given its unparalleled notoriety."Public officials, lawmakers, pundits, and ordinary citizens remain deeply interested and concerned about the Epstein matter," the motion notes.The motion points out that a Florida judge last year ordered the release of some Epstein grand jury records after concluding the financier was "the most infamous pedophile in American history" and that the facts of Epsteins case "tell a tale of national disgrace."By the DOJs account, the sealed grand jury transcripts are "critical pieces of an important moment in our nations history," and "[t]he time for the public to guess what they contain should end."The motion stresses that Epsteins death means any privacy interests on his side are now "substantially diminished." And even though Maxwell is still fighting her conviction, prosecutors said the extraordinary public scrutiny around the Epstein saga justifies pressing ahead with unsealing now.For these reasons, the DOJ is urging the court to conclude that the Epstein and Maxwell cases qualify as matters of public interest and to grant the unsealing of the grand jury transcripts while lifting any protective orders.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe unsealing would shine unprecedented light on one of Americas most notorious criminal cases, a move the department says is legally justified and necessary in the name of public accountability.The DOJ did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.Fox News' Mike Ruiz contributed to this report.
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    Phillies get into the Coldplay 'Magic' with CEO romance controversy in jumbotron bit
    The Philadelphia Phillies appeared to reference the sudden controversy involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron during Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels.The Citizens Bank Park jumbotron was seen playing a Coldplay song during its kiss cam. Byron was infamously seen allegedly being caught on the jumbotron with the companys HR chief, Kristin Cabot, at a recent Coldplay concert.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe Philadelphia crowd exploded in laughter and applause when the song began to play.Jason Martinez of Fox 29 got the moment captured on camera, posting it to his X account.Astronomer posted a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, about the controversial matter involving its CEO."Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability," the company shared."The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter and we will have additional details to share very shortly."The company emphasized that no other employees appeared in the video, and confirmed that Alyssa Stoddard, the Senior Director of People at Astronomer, was not present at the concert.MYSTERY COUPLE MISTAKEN FOR JEFF BEZOS AND LAUREN SNCHEZ AT CANNESThe Coldplay concert Kiss Cam turned into viral chaos after frontman Chris Martin joked that a couple on screen were "either having an affair or just very shy."Fox News has confirmed Cabot and her husband filed for divorce in 2018 and court documents appear to show their divorce was finalized in 2022. No divorce records have been found for Byron, who appears to still be married.According to New Hampshire property records, Kristin and Andrew Cabot purchased a home as a married couple in April 2024.Several other sports teams have referenced the sudden controversy.The St. Louis Cardinals posted a picture of Albert Pujols hugging Adam Wainwright, captioning it "When Coldplay starts playing your song."The Seattle Mariners also offered up Cal Raleigh's services for dumping, considering his nickname is "Big Dumper."CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPNetflix also highlighted a moment in their recent "Quarterback" series when Kirk Cousins praised the band.Michael Jordan's racing company also poked fun at the incident.Fox News Digital's Stephanie Giang-Paunon contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X,and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
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    Security guard's 'swift move' stops determined anti-Israel agitator at Tour de France finish
    A protester opposing Israels involvement in the Tour de France was swiftly apprehended after attempting to disrupt the prestigious cycling race.The man jumped a barricade near the finish line and ran toward the racers, reportedly shouting objections to Israel's participation and carrying unidentified items.Security personnel acted swiftly with one guard intercepting the protester just 25 meters from the finish line, tackling him and then forcefully throwing him back over the barrier into the crowd.The dramatic moment unfolded during Stage 11 of the three-week competition as leading cyclists neared the end of the 97.5-mile route around Toulouse in southern France.ZOHRAN MAMDANIS DSA SPONSORS PROTEST WITH DEATH, DEATH TO THE IDF! WAR CRYVideo footage of the incident quickly spread online, showing the man wearing a shirt that said "Israel out of the Tour" and holding a keffiyeh, a scarf commonly associated with support for the Palestinian cause."These pro-Palestinians really are the worst people. Imagine wasting your life doing this," one person commented on the video.NEW DETAILS EMERGE ABOUT VIOLENT INCIDENT AGAINST ISRAELI SOCCER FANS"Tour de France security wasnt playing an anti-Israel protester ran onto the track, but got tackled, ear-grabbed, and cleared in one swift move," another person commented.The protest occurred after the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement labeled the Israel Premier-Tech team "Team Genocide" and called for non-violent demonstrations at major cycling events where the team competes, including the Giro dItalia, Vuelta a Espaa and Tour de France.SELF-PROCLAIMED 'JEW HATER' PLEADS GUILTY AFTER TARGETING VICTIMS AT NYC PROTESTSThe group called for more "peaceful protests" along the route."Lets ensure the roads are closed to perpetrators of genocide," the group stated on its website.The Tour de France, made up of 21 stages, will conclude July 27 along the Champs-lyses in Paris.Fox News Digital reached out to the Tour de France for comment but did not immediately receive a response.
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    Charlamagne accuses Trump of trying to 'make America North Korea' by engaging in 'authoritarian rule' on media
    Radio host Charlamagne tha God ranted on Friday about CBS canceling "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert," arguing it was part of President Donald Trump's authoritarian playbook.Colbert announced to his audience Thursday that CBS is axing his show in spring 2026. The hosts announcement was met with boos in the studio, as well as displeasure from his liberal fans online.The shows cancellation follows the network and its parentcompanys settlementwith Trump earlier this month after he sued both for "election interference" over a"60 Minutes" interview edit of his 2024 opponent, then-Vice President Kamala Harris.On Fridays episode of the Breakfast Club radio show, Charlamagne dubbed CBS and its parent company Paramount the ignominious title of the program's "Donkey of the Day" in response, while acknowledging that Paramount has provided him with "a lot of opportunities over the years."CBS STAFFERS REVOLT OVER PARAMOUNT'S 'SHAMEFUL' TRUMP SETTLEMENT, 'BETRAYAL' TO THE NETWORK'S JOURNALISTSCharlamagne noted that "The Late Shows" cancellation announcement happened three days after Colbert criticized the settlement between Trump and Paramount as a "big, fat bribe" on air. "It's so obvious that Paramount is doing this to appease Donald Trump," the radio host said. "Paramount cut a $16 million check to Donald Trump so they can get their merger approved and keep the FCC off their backs. That's not business. That's extortion dressed up in a suit and tie. That's hush money for the truth. Steven Colbert gets his show canceled after calling out the deal. That's not coincidence. That's consequence. That's what happens when you speak truth to power in a country where the power don't want to hear the truth."He also raged at the Trump administration as an authoritarian regime trying to shut down dissenting views."This is textbook authoritarian rule," he said. "Target your critics, centralize power in a few hands, intimidate through punishment or removal. And you know what that usually does? Shuts people the F up. Okay? Tightens control over public discourse. Sends a message to all media outlets that criticism of Trump could cost you access, approval, editorial control, or your job. This is what authoritarian regimes do. They weaponize legal systems to punish dissent and control messaging."LATE-NIGHT DNCTV? COLBERT, KIMMEL FUNDRAISE FOR PRESIDENT BIDENCharlamagne went on to claim that "The Late Show" has continually had strong ratings and suddenly deciding to end it after political criticism sends a clear message."It becomes a warning. Speak out and we will silence you. That is textbook authoritarian strategy. Okay? Because it deters further criticism through the fear of retaliation. Okay? Make America North Korea. Make America China. Make America Russia," he said. "That's where we are if we live in a country where there is strategic silence within corporate or media power structures to limit dissent. Okay, when that happens - well, it's already happened! We are fully under authoritarian rule.""This is not just a media story. It's a free speech funeral in slow motion," he added.CBS said in its statement announcing the cancellation that it was "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night," adding, "It is not related in any way to the show's performance, content or other matters happening at Paramount."Reports indicate "The Late Show" was losing CBS $40 million a year.However, liberal critics, including several top Democrats, have expressed outrage towards CBS, insisting Colbert's show was canceled for political reasons.White House Spokesman Kush Desai told Fox News Digital, "The simple reality is that Stephen Colberts overdone and unoriginal comedy schtick blasting President Trump and Republicans every night is just not that funny or entertaining."CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURETrump celebrated "The Late Show" cancellation on Truth Social."I absolutely love that Colbert got fired," he said. "His talent was even less than his ratings. I hear Jimmy Kimmel is next. Has even less talent than Colbert! Greg Gutfeld is better than all of them combined, including the Moron on NBC who ruined the once great Tonight Show."Fox News Channel's "Gutfeld!" has surged to become late-night's highest-rated program. In the second quarter of 2025, the show, hosted by Fox star Greg Gutfeld, notched 3 million viewers and 365,000 in the 25-54 age demographic at the 10 p.m. ET hour.In addition to routing cable news competition, "Gutfeld!" outpaced all broadcast and late-night television, including "The Late Show" and other such established programs as Comedy Central's "The Daily Show," ABCs "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and NBCs "The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon" and "Late Night with Seth Meyers."Fox News Digital reached out to Paramount and did not receive an immediate response.
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    Trump says 10 hostages will be returning from Gaza 'very shortly' during White House dinner with allies
    During a celebratory dinner at the White House with a number of Donald Trump's GOP allies, including several Republican lawmakers from Congress, the president signaled that 10 more hostages in Gaza would be "coming very shortly."The dinner was largely focused on touting the achievements Republicans have had over the last six months, but while praising his administration's work on foreign policy, Trump commented about the hostages."Gaza we got most of the hostages back," Trump said when his comments turned to the Middle East. "We're going to have another ten coming very shortly. And we hope to have that finished pretty quickly," the president added.TIM WALZ QUESTIONS WHY DEMOCRATS COME OFF LIKE THEY'RE AGAINST PEOPLE BEING SUCCESSFULSo far, the U.S. has brought home five total American hostages captured by Hamas, three of whom were alive, two of whom were dead. Two Americans reportedly still remain in captivity, in addition to dozens of other non-Americans.The rest of Trump's address Friday night mostly included praise for Congressional Republicans over their work passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with the president stating he doesn't "think anybody's ever come close to" passing such sweeping legislation with such a small majority.In particular, Trump thanked by name Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, Republican Policy Committee Chair Shelly Moore-Capito, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo, and Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham."Nobody's done so much, so fast. And probably you could say, with so few votes," Trump praised. "You stayed in session for a marathon ten consecutive weeks, and that's the longest of any Senate in 15 years. And you held over 400 votes, more than any Senate in 35 years. And they were successful votes. And just a few weeks ago, we had the biggest victory of them all. When you passed the one big beautiful bill."The president also lauded Republicans for all the work they have done on immigration, border security, foreign diplomacy, speedy cabinet nominations, deregulation and spending cut efforts, calling out Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff specifically for their work on U.S. foreign diplomacy.AMERICANS WEIGH IN ON TRUMP'S 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL': POLLSTop of mind Friday night was the GOP recission package as well, which Trump praised the passage of. Trump did not indicate when he would sign the GOP bill, but did note that "we have numerous other recissions coming up, adding more, many more $10 billion dollars to it."Meanwhile, Trump also predicted that, in 2026, the GOP majority "is going to be stronger in both the House and the Senate." Typically, conventional wisdom predicts that the party that won the presidency will not typically perform as well two years later during the midterm elections."I don't understand why they say that when you win the presidency, you always almost automatically lose the midterms, because nobody's had a more successful period of time than we have," Trump told the crowd of attendees at the White House Friday evening. "Based on that, we should do great."Trump added Friday that "We achieved more in six months than almost any administration could accomplish in eight years.""And we're going to have a lot of good six months left. We're going to have a six and another six and another six. So we'll keep going," he continued. "Over the next year and a half, we'll have an incredible record to share with the American people," he continued. "As long as we continue to keep our promises to the voters, Americans will continue to stand by our side."
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    Former UK police officer found guilty in brutal killing of wife who uncovered his double life
    An ex-police officer from England has been found guilty of murdering his wife in Georgia after she discovered his affair, an exposure that reportedly threatened to reveal his fraudulent immigration status.Brian McManus, 57, a former officer with the London police and originally from the UK, was found guilty of killing his 63-year-old wife, Lucille Ann McManus, in 2023. The Houston County District Attorney's Office confirmed the conviction in a Facebook statement this week.Authorities emphasized that Brian McManus attempted to conceal his crime, shift blame onto the victims family, and avoid punishment, but fell short."McManus tried to cover the murder up, pin it on the victims family, and walk away without consequence. He failed," the DA's office wrote in a statement. "Because of the work of the Warner Robins Police Department, forensic experts, and Houston County Asst. DAs Justin Duane and Lauren Fletcher, the truth won out."DAUGHTER OF IRISH MAN BEATEN TO DEATH BY AMERICAN WIFE, HER EX-FBI AGENT FATHER REJECTS SELF-DEFENSE CLAIMSThe case began on November 24, 2023, when officers responded to what was initially reported as a suicide at the couples residence in Warner Robins, Georgia. Upon arrival, police found Lucilles body on a bed with a head wound, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. She was reportedly found unclothed, according to FOX 5.Prosecutors allege Brian McManus struck his wife with an object as she exited the shower, strangled her, then cleaned up and walked the dog.Brian McManus, who reportedly made the 911 call, claimed he returned home from walking his dog to find his wife dead, according to the outlet. However, during the trial, prosecutors noted that he gave conflicting statements and showed no concern for his wife, only distress about being viewed as the prime suspect.BARRY MORPHEW SEEN FOR FIRST TIME AFTER JAIL BOOKING, MAINTAINS INNOCENCE IN WIFES DEATHThe outlet reported that he even attempted to blame the murder on the victims granddaughter and her boyfriend, who they lived with, but cell phone data disproved their presence.Security footage also captured him near a drainage ditch where police found a rubber mallet and cell phone.Investigators also discovered that the couple met on the popular dating app, Tinder, and were married within three months, per FOX 5.McManus had previously worked for the London police but was dismissed after several women accused him of sexually threatening behavior. According to the outlet, his first marriage ended after he was arrested for domestic violence.Authorities said Brian McManus was involved with another woman in Florida and that his wife discovered the affair when he accidentally sent her a message intended for his mistress. She then threatened to expose their alleged "sham" marriage, according to prosecutors.ALEX MURDAUGH'S DEFENSE ATTORNEY EXPLAINS WHY HE THINKS THE DISGRACED LAWYER IS INNOCENT, WILL GET A NEW TRIALSeveral witnesses alleged that the marriage was arranged primarily to help Brian McManus obtain a U.S. green card, according to reports."Miss Ann was a lonely woman, and the defendant used that to his advantage. He used her to abuse our immigration system and then, when he got caught, brutally killed her," Assistant District Attorney Ada Duane said. "No one deserves to die like that. McManus is a serial liar and con man who attempted to hide the fact that he murdered his wife by tampering with evidence and blaming others. He is a textbook narcissist who thinks he is the smartest man in the room. I am glad that the jury saw him for what he was a monster and grateful that the victims family finally has some answers.""This was a brutal and calculated murder carried out by an evil sociopath who views the women in his life as disposable," District Attorney Eric Z. Edwards said. "Brian McManus was not only willing to exploit our immigration system and manipulate a vulnerable woman into a sham marriagehe was willing to kill her when she became inconvenient. And then he tried to cover it up, pin it on her family, and walk away without consequence. He failed."Officials said as their community undertakes a renewed effort to prevent family violence-related homicides, this case serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the lives at risk."As our community launches a renewed initiative to prevent family violence homicides, this case is a gut-wrenching reminder of whats at stake. This office will never hesitate to bring the full weight of the law down on abusers who mistake silence for weakness," the DA's office said.A spokesperson for Tinder told Fox News Digital that they can't comment on any individuals account, but said that the safety of their members is their highest priority."If a user contacts us to report a crime or unsafe incidentwhether it occurred on the app or following a match, we take the matter extremely seriously and follow a structured, trauma-informed response protocol," the company said.The company added that they also have a dedicated law enforcement portal, the first of its kind in the industry, which allows "qualifiedlaw enforcementagencies to securely request information related to ongoing investigations.""We stand ready to assist investigations by providing relevant data in compliance with applicablelawsand privacy protocols," the company said.Fox News Digital reached out to the Houston County District Attorney's Office, but did not immediately receive a response.
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    Russian lawmakers claim WhatsApp is a national security threat, should prepare to leave the country
    A Russian lawmaker who regulates the country's IT said Friday that WhatsApp should prepare to leave the Russian market, warning that the messaging app would likely be put on a list of restricted software.Anton Gorelkin, deputy head of the lower house of parliament's information technology committee, said in a statement that MAX, a state-backed messaging app integrated with government services, could gain market share if WhatsApp, which is owned by Meta, left the country."It's time for WhatsApp to prepare to leave the Russian market," Gorelkin said, adding that Meta is designated as an extremist organization in Russia.Facebook and Instagram, both also owned by Meta, have been banned in Russia since 2022, when Moscow launched its invasion of Ukraine in a war that continues.RUSSIA SAYS NATO THREATENS WWIII IN LATEST DETERRENCE PLAN THAT COULD TAKE DOWN KALININGRAD 'FASTER THAN EVER'Gorelkin made his comments after Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law last month authorizing the development of MAX as Russia seeks to reduce its dependence on platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram.Russian lawmakers approved sweeping legal amendments this week, proposing fines of up to 5,000 rubles, or $63, for anyone searching for material online the government considers to be extremist, including Instagram and Facebook, and opposition politicians and activists.The proposal sparked criticism, including from some Kremlin backers like Margarita Simonyan, a state media executive who said journalists would be unable to investigate the activities of opposition groups such as the Anti-Corruption Fund founded by deceased opposition figure Alexei Navalny.Anton Nemkin, a member of the parliament's IT committee, said it was determined that WhatsApp would leave Russia."The presence of such a service in Russia's digital space is, in fact, a legal breach of national security," Nemkin said, according to TASS, a state-owned news agency.Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said all services must follow Russian law when asked if WhatsApp may leave the country.Russia has long attempted to establish what it describes as digital sovereignty by promoting home-grown services.But critics have expressed concerns that Russia's new state-backed messaging app may track its users' activities and have suggested Russia could slow WhatsApp's speeds to encourage downloads of the new app.YouTube has had its audience in Russia decline significantly in the last year to fewer than 10 million daily users from more than 40 million in mid-2024 because slower download speeds have made it more difficult for people to access the video platform.Shares in state-controlled technology company VK, which is developing homegrown digital services like VK Video, a rival to YouTube, grew 1.9% Friday.RUSSIA THREATENS WEST WITH 'PREEMPTIVE STRIKES' AS NATO LOOKS TO DELIVER PATRIOTS 'AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE'The Kremlin released a list of instructions this week from Putin, including a directive to introduce additional restrictions on the use in Russia of software, including communication services produced in "unfriendly countries" that have imposed sanctions against Russia.Putin gave a deadline of Sept. 1.Referring to Putin's order, Gorelkin said WhatsApp would likely be among the communication services to face new restrictions.Reuters contributed to this report.
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    Damian Lillard reacts to reunion with Trail Blazers after abrupt end to run with Bucks
    Earlier this month, the Milwaukee Bucks waived star guard Damian Lillard.On Thursday, ESPN reported the nine-time All-Star and the Portland Trail Blazers were finalizing a three-year contract to reunite Lillard with the only other NBA franchise he'd played for.Lillard was drafted by the Trail Blazers and spent his first 11 seasons with Portland.He holds the record for the most points in franchise history. On Friday, Lillard took to social media to express his excitement about the reunion.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"RipCityyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!," Lillard wrote in a post on X that featured a video panning the lockers of multiple Trail Blazers players, including Lillards No. 0.The video concluded with a short message: "Together Again."Lillard will likely be sidelined the entire 2025-26 season as he continues to recover from the Achilles tear he sustained in the NBA playoffs in late April.GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO SAYS 'A LOT OF PEOPLE' TRIED CONVINCING HIM TO JOIN KNICKS AMID MURKY BUCKS FUTUREThe Bucks still owe Lillard $113 million, and payments are expected to be stretched over the next five years, according to the report. The 35-year-old's salary for the 2025-26 season will climb to $70 million due to his earnings from the Portland and Milwaukee deals.The Blazers struggled without Lillard, finishing last season with a 36-46 record and falling short of the playoffs.ESPN also reported that Lillard drew interest from multiple "NBA contenders," but he chose the team with which he had the most familiarity.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
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    Woman who exposed tech CEO's alleged affair at Coldplay concert stands by posting viral video
    The Coldplay concertgoer who posted a viral video of a CEO allegedly cozying up with his head of human resources on the bands "Kiss Cam" this week, says a part of her "feels bad" for posting the awkward moment but thinks the couples actions were their own responsibility."I had no idea who the couple was," Grace Springer told The U.S. Sun Friday. "Just thought I caught an interesting reaction to the kiss cam and decided to post it."A part of me feels bad for turning these peoples lives upside down, but, play stupid games win stupid prizes."Andy Byron, CEO of tech firm Astronomer, is now under formal investigation by the companys board after he was allegedly caught with his arms around the companys HR chief, Kristin Cabot, at a Coldplay concert Wednesday night.COLDPLAY KISS CAM TRIGGERS 'FORMAL INVESTIGATION' INTO ASTRONOMER CEO ANDY BYRON AND HR HEAD KRISTIN CABOTThe couple quickly stopped their embrace and attempted to hide their faces when they were shown on the concerts jumbotron. Springer filmed the odd moment on her phone and later posted it online.Coldplay frontman Chris Martin joked after the pair separated that they were "either having an affair or just very shy."The company put out a statement after the incident Friday, writing on social media, "Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability," the company shared."The Board of Directors has initiated a formal investigation into this matter, and we will have additional details to share very shortly."Later Friday, Astronomer said Byron had been placed on leave."Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy is currently serving as interim CEO given Andy Byron has been placed on leave. We will share more details as appropriate in the coming days," Astronomer wrote on social media.BILLY JOEL ADMITS AFFAIR MADE HIM FEEL 'LIKE A HOMEWRECKER, SAYS HE DESERVED BEING 'PUNCHED IN THE NOSE'Fox News confirmed Cabot and her ex-husband filed for divorce in 2018, and court documents appear to show their divorce was finalized in 2022.According to New Hampshire property records, Kristin and Andrew Cabot purchased a home as a married couple in April 2024.No divorce records have been found for Byron, who appears to still be married."I hope their partners can heal from this and get a second chance at the happiness they deserve with theirfuturestill in front of them," Springer told the Sun. "I hope, for them, my video was a blessing in disguise."CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPShe said the moment was a "hot topic" with people after the concert, "but no one knew who they were" until she posted the video."When I posted late last night before bed, it was picking up traction with a couple thousand views," she said. "I woke up to 7 million. Now over 30 million. Overwhelmed to say the least."
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