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More than 180 Jewish entertainers rally behind actor Mark Ruffalo in protest letter

September 1, 2026

More than 180 Jewish entertainers rally behind actor Mark Ruffalo in protest letter

More than 180 Jewish artists signed a letter defending actor Mark Ruffalo after Paramount accused him of antisemitic tropes over his merger opposition.

Methodist university denies operating 'hidden' DEI program after undercover video posted of school official

September 1, 2026

Methodist university denies operating 'hidden' DEI program after undercover video posted of school official

Undercover video captures a Southern Methodist University staffer describing efforts to keep DEI hidden under a "cultural intelligence" label.

Red state heartlands put a ring on young love while progressive blue cities lag on early marriage

September 1, 2026

Red state heartlands put a ring on young love while progressive blue cities lag on early marriage

IFS research reveals young adults in their 20s marry at far higher rates in middle America than in New York or Los Angeles metro areas.

Dad of third-grade girl in Massachusetts allegedly barged in on by trans student in bathroom calls for action

August 31, 2026

Dad of third-grade girl in Massachusetts allegedly barged in on by trans student in bathroom calls for action

Massachusetts father of third grader alleges transgender student barged in girls stalls and is taking complaint to federal level.

Portland Public Schools puts drag performer front and center in ‘radical joy’ welcome video

August 31, 2026

Portland Public Schools puts drag performer front and center in ‘radical joy’ welcome video

Drag performer Poison Waters opened Portland Public Schools' back-to-school video, drawing sharp criticism from Corey DeAngelis and others.

Mamdani turns on New York City teachers union with lawsuit blocking pay raises for educators

August 30, 2026

Mamdani turns on New York City teachers union with lawsuit blocking pay raises for educators

The United Federation of Teachers filed a motion to intervene after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani sued to block paraprofessional bonuses he once backed.

Celebrity evangelist reflects on 2024 meeting with Hayden Panettiere after actress's sudden passing

August 30, 2026

Celebrity evangelist reflects on 2024 meeting with Hayden Panettiere after actress's sudden passing

Celebrity pastor Dylan Novak opened up about his 2024 encounter with Hayden Panettiere, revealing a "heartbreaking sadness" that hung over the late star.

Scott Brown on Ruthless: Sophie Cunningham has the guts to challenge men competing in women’s sports

August 28, 2026

Scott Brown on Ruthless: Sophie Cunningham has the guts to challenge men competing in women’s sports

Former Sen. Scott Brown, who is running for the U.S. Senate again in New Hampshire, sat down with the "Ruthless" podcast and discussed his support WNBA star Sophie Cunningham.

LA merchants fight to save 97-year-old cross as lawyer warns of nationwide stakes

August 28, 2026

LA merchants fight to save 97-year-old cross as lawyer warns of nationwide stakes

Olvera Street merchants ask the Ninth Circuit to defend a nearly century-old cross and Nativity display an atheist lawsuit targets in Los Angeles.

Mark Ruffalo accused of antisemitism by Hollywood insiders over Paramount merger remarks

August 27, 2026

Mark Ruffalo accused of antisemitism by Hollywood insiders over Paramount merger remarks

The Brigade, a group of nearly 1,000 Jewish entertainment industry members, accused Mark Ruffalo of invoking antisemitic tropes about the Paramount merger.