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 Gwyneth Paltrow clarifies her political stance after her 'progressive' husband incorrectly stated her party: 'I'm completely an independent' Gwyneth Paltrow recently addressed her political stance after her husband, Brad Falchuk, mistakenly assumed her party affiliation. On the June 2 episode of her Goop podcast, she spoke with venture capitalist Trae Stephens about the highly polarized nature of American politics.  Stephens emphasized the need for respectful dialogue to solve national issues, a sentiment Paltrow wholeheartedly agreed with.  She explained that while Falchuk is deeply progressive and compassionate, she sometimes finds their differing perspectives challenging in today’s climate. Paltrow elaborated that political discussions can often feel “binary” and emotionally charged, making it difficult to navigate conversations without triggering strong reactions.  She described herself as leaning toward the center, clarifying that she is not a Republican despi...

 Israeli citizen kills one in shooting rampage across central Israel before being fatally shot by police    A Palestinian man with Israeli citizenship carried out a shooting attack across multiple locations in central Israel on Sunday, killing one person and injuring five others before being fatally shot by police. Authorities initially feared the shootings could be part of a coordinated assault involving multiple attackers, but investigators later concluded the violence was carried out by a lone gunman with assistance from an accomplice. The first reports of gunfire came at around 10:30 a.m. from a gas station near Kokhav Yair, a town located near the boundary with the West Bank. Additional shootings were reported shortly afterward in Tsur Natan, Tsur Yitzhak, and near the Israeli settlement of Sal’it in the West Bank. The rapid succession of attacks across several locations triggered a large-scale security response. Police later arrested a second suspect believed to hav...

 Bernadette Chirac, former French first lady and political figure, dies at 93    Bernadette Chirac, former French first lady who built her own political influence and became a national public figure during and after Jacques Chirac’s presidency, has died at 93. Bernadette Chirac, the longtime wife of former French President Jacques Chirac, served as first lady from 1995 to 2007 and was widely known for her steady presence at the Élysée Palace, her influence in rural French politics, and her blunt humor in the face of her husband’s well-documented infidelities. Her death was confirmed Saturday by President Emmanuel Macron, who said he and his wife Brigitte learned of it with “great sadness” and paid tribute to a woman who left a lasting mark on French public life. Born Bernadette Chodron de Courcel in Paris in 1933, she met Jacques Chirac at Sciences Po, and the two married in 1956, remaining together for 63 years. While her husband rose through national politics to become ...

  Sienna car stolen during church service in Umuahia A brown Toyota Sienna belonging to Evangelist G. N. Izuwa, wife of a traditional ruler from Nkpa Community in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, was reportedly stolen during a church service in Umuahia. The incident occurred on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Assemblies of God Church, 5–8 Item Street, Umuahia, where the owner had attended a church service. According to information made available by family sources, the stolen vehicle is a brown Toyota Sienna with a Lagos registration number beginning with LA 400. The full registration number could not be immediately confirmed at the time of filing this report. The theft was discovered after the church service, prompting efforts to trace the vehicle and alert security agencies. Members of the public who may have seen the vehicle or have information that could assist in its recovery are urged to contact the owner, Evangelist G. N. Izuwa, on 08033320445, or report to the nearest...

PFN Rejects Claims Linking Nationwide Prayer Programme to RCCG, Pastor Adeboye   The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has dismissed as “false, misleading, and entirely baseless” allegations that its recent nationwide prayer programme was organised by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) or its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. In a statement issued by its National Secretary, Bishop David Bakare, the PFN clarified that the initiative was conceived, directed, and executed solely under its own authority. “It is deeply unfortunate for anyone to attempt to attribute the programme to Pastor E.A. Adeboye or the Redeemed Christian Church of God,” Bakare said. “The RCCG never called for any protest. The programme was entirely a PFN initiative.” The fellowship emphasised that all directives, instructions, and operational decisions originated from its leadership, with participating churches, including RCCG, simply complying as responsible members of the Pentecostal communi...

 Sudden Collapse: Hospital Administrator Urges Regular Medical Check-Ups By Ebele Egoh The Anambra State Hospital Administrator, Dr. Frank Ifeanaeme has expressed concern over the growing incidence of sudden collapse and death across Nigeria, describing the trend as alarming but largely preventable through regular health monitoring and timely medical intervention. Speaking on the issue, Dr. Ifeanaeme noted that many of the reported cases are linked to cardiovascular conditions, including sudden cardiac arrest, heart attacks and complications arising from undiagnosed hypertension, adding that other underlying causes often include stroke, brain aneurysms, pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs) and chronic illnesses such as diabetes. According to him, while some victims may experience little or no warning signs before a collapse, symptoms such as chest discomfort, dizziness, unusual fatigue, heart palpitations, severe headaches and shortness of breath are frequently overlooked ...