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Ohio House of Horrors: The Shocking Rescue of 16 Endangered Children

Four people have been charged with child endangerment after 16 children were removed from a home in Ohio where officials say they were living in "deplorable conditions."Authorities executed a search warrant at the home in Hamden in Vinton County on Tuesday, where they say they found the children and four suspects inside.Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson said the evidence in the case is "beyond comprehension.""I think if they would have waited another 24 hours, that there was a very high probability that we'd be dealing with a death or multiple deaths of these children," he said during a press briefing on Wednesday.Authorities are seen at a residence in Vinton County, Ohio, from which officials say 16 children were removed, June 30, 2026.WSYXVinton County Prosecutor William Archer said this is not a case of human trafficking, but an "intra-family situation."He described the suspects as being the "grandma, grandpa, father and mother" during Wednesday's press briefing.The four suspects -- Gary Siders Sr., 73; Christina Siders, 67; Gary Siders II, 36; and Elizabeth Siders, 33 -- have each been charged with 16 counts of endangering children, a second-degree felony, according to officials. They pleaded not guilty during their arraignment Wednesday morning and their bond was set at $300,000 each. They will likely request court-appointed counsel, officials said.The charges allege the four suspects abused the children, resulting in "serious physical harm." The children range in age from 1 ½ to 18, according to Wilson. He did not go into the nature of the injuries but said seven of the children were transported to the hospital on Tuesday, including two who were airlifted there. One of the children was in critical condition, Wilson said.Archer said the children are safe and officials are working to have them placed in temporary custody."They are currently in a good situation and are being protected," he said.From left: Elizabeth Siders, Christina Siders, Gary Siders Jr. and Gary Siders Sr., are seen in booking photos on June 30, 2026.Southeastern Ohio Regional JailWilson said the investigation has been ongoing for some time, and that a separate but "parallel" investigation led law enforcement to execute the search warrant on Tuesday.Popular ReadsThe family had lived in Vinton County for the past four years and were "clearly bouncing around," according to Wilson."They were pretty adept at keeping these kids out of sight and out of investigative eyes," he said.The children were not enrolled in school, according to Wilson. The eldest child is included among the charges because the 18-year-old is believed to developmentally still be a minor, officials said."Some of these children couldn't even speak," Wilson said. "It was terrible."Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain described the condition of the house as "disgusting," including the presence of human feces, and said the children were largely confined to a small area."Most of our livestock is kept in better condition than the children," Cain said during Wednesday's briefing.Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine called the situation "tragic.""It is heartbreaking to learn the conditions that these children were living in, and to learn of their medical conditions," DeWine said in a statement, which also thanked those helping them.ABC News' Sasha Pezenik contributed to this report.

Jul 02, 2026

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Kate Middleton's Push for a Royal Family Reunion: Will Prince William Agree?

Kate Middleton has been trying to talk her husband, Prince William, into meeting up with his estranged brother, Prince Harry — along with his wife, Meghan Markle, and kids Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet — while the family is in the United Kingdom later this month.“At this time, William is not planning to be there, but things could change,” sources told Us Weekly on Wednesday.“Kate has been trying to convince William to meet with Harry, Meghan and the kids,” the insider continued, adding that the Princess of Wales, 44, is also “interested in seeing the kids.”Since there haven’t been “opportunities to see Archie and Lilibet” in the past, their the news of their upcoming visit “was a shock.”Kate Middleton is allegedly trying to convince her husband, Prince William to see his brother, Prince Harry, (pictured here together in 2017) while he’s in the UK with his family this month. Getty Images“Kate has been trying to convince William to meet with Harry, Meghan and the kids,” the insider shared, calling the visit “a shock.” (Middleton is pictured here with her husband, as well as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, in 2018.) Getty Images“They are trying to make this work because the opportunities are so limited,” the source insisted. Middleton is also reportedly hopeful that William, 44, “will show up,” but “respects his decision” either way.The insider also claimed that the future king will meet with his younger sibling only “when he’s ready.”“This is not on William’s timeline, it’s on Harry’s,” they alleged. “They also weren’t expecting Harry to come to the UK with Meghan and the kids, so he’s been hesitant. If he is not ready yet, a reunion won’t happen.”However, King Charles is hopeful he will see Harry, 41, and Markle, 44, with insiders calling him “realistic” about rebuilding the fractured relationship with his son.The Princess of Wales reportedly hopes the Prince of Wales (pictured here with his wife, brother and sister-in-law in 2018) “will show up,” but will respect his decision one way or the other. Getty ImagesThe insider claimed that Prince William (pictured here with his family in 2022) will meet up with Harry when he is ready. Getty Images“[Queen] Camilla has been very supportive of the efforts to improve the relationship,” the source shared.“There is definitely excitement, and Charles is also optimistic about this. He’s hoping it’s the first step toward repairing the relationship between Harry and William, as well.”Prince Harry and Markle are set to bring their little ones to England for the first time since 2022.The last time Prince William and Prince Harry saw one another was at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral that year.Harry and Markle, who married in 2018, stepped away from their royal duties in 2020 and relocated to Montecito, California — causing a rift in the family.This is not on William’s timeline, it’s on Harry’s,” they alleged about the Duke of Sussex (pictured here with Middleton in 2019). “They also weren’t expecting Harry to come to the UK with Meghan and the kids, so he’s been hesitant. If he is not ready yet, a reunion won’t happen.” Getty ImagesKing Charles (pictured here with Harry and William) is also hopeful he will see his son, daughter-in-law and their kids, Archie and Lilibet, while the foursome is in town. Getty ImagesMeanwhile, the Daily Mail reported on Wednesday, that King Charles, 77, held a “rare family dinner” at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Scotland on Tuesday.In attendance was Queen Camilla, 78, Prince William, Princess Anne and Prince Edward. Senior working members of the royal family are currently in Scotland for the annual Royal Week festivities. The outlet shared that the family had a “dine and sleep,” where they eat and stay overnight at the palace. The Order of the Thistle service then takes place on Wednesday.Harry and Markle will be visiting the UK to promote the 2027 Invictus Games, which are set to be held in Birmingham next year.“There is definitely excitement, and Charles is also optimistic about this. He’s hoping it’s the first step toward repairing the relationship between Harry and William, as well,” the source said of the king (pictured here in 2017 with his sons). Getty ImagesThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex (pictured here with Middleton and William in 2018) will be the UK to promote the 2027 Invictus Games. The couple previously stepped away from their royal duties in 2020 and moved to California. Getty ImagesReports surfaced that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex plan to bring Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, along with them.Prince Harry is reportedly “looking at every option to try and get” his wife and kids across the pond “safely and keep them safe when they’re on the ground.”Sources told Page Six that the Duke of Sussex will have his own security team in tow and are ready for a “huge spectacle” to happen due to their trip. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 02, 2026

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Carl Rinsch's Lavish Spending Exposed in Netflix Fraud Scandal

Carl Erik Rinsch attends New Directors' Showcase presented by Team One, Saatchi LA in Los Angeles, Calif., on Sept. 23, 2015. John Sciulli/Getty Images for Team One, Saatchi LAHollywood filmmaker Carl Rinsch has been sentenced to 30 months behind bars after fraudulently obtaining and misusing $11 million provided by Netflix for a science-fiction television series that was never completed.Monday’s sentencing comes after the 48-year-old was convicted on multiple federal charges in December, which included wire fraud and money laundering.According to prosecutors, the streaming giant originally invested $44 million into production between 2018 and 2019, and sent an additional $11 million at Rinsch’s request to complete the long-delayed project titled “White Horse.”The funds were used to make lavish purchases on items that included luxury vehicles, designer goods, and approximately $1 million in mattresses and luxury bedding. Rinsch also made cryptocurrency investments, earning a profit before depositing money into his personal accounts.The show, which began filming around 2016, centers around developing technology, such as superintelligent clones coming in contact with humans, and was originally funded by two separate media companies prior to Netflix.Six short-form episodes were completed at the time; however, the remainder of the television series, as well as the funds provided, were never returned to the company.Related StoriesDuring his sentencing hearing, Rinsch acknowledged his behavior, with his defense team pointing to mental health struggles, arguing it clouded his judgment.“This process has forced me to confront things about my health, my judgment and my life,” Rinsch told the court on Monday, before publicly apologizing for his actions. ”Real harm was caused. I failed to recognize the danger of the state I was in.”The presiding U.S. District Judge, Jed S. Rakoff, recognized his issues but concluded it did not excuse what the court described as a deliberate and sustained scheme to misuse funds entrusted for a major television production.“Mr. Rinsch had every possible advantage,” said prosecutor David Markewitz, before adding that his motive stemmed from “naked greed.”Best known for directing the 2013 fantasy film “47 Ronin” starring Keanu Reeves, Rinsch received support from the actor who wrote a letter to the court requesting leniency ahead of sentencing.“[Rinsch] brings exceptional joy and warmth to the people around him, and creative inspiration to others through his creativity and vision,” wrote Reeves, adding that he hopes the sentence ”might be tempered with measures of leniency and mercy as well as justice.”Rinsch is ordered to repay the $11 million involved in the fraud and will also serve a period of supervised release after completing his sentence. Attorneys for the director indicated that he intends to appeal the sentence.The Epoch Times has contacted Netflix for further comment on the matter but has not heard back by the time of publication.The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Jul 02, 2026

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Why Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Aren't Asking Everyone to Sign NDAs

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce aren’t asking everyone to sign on the dotted line.While many guests at the couple’s wedding have been required to sign non-disclosure agreements, the pop star and Kansas City Chiefs tight end’s inner circle have not been asked to do the same, a source exclusively told Page Six.“Their closest friends and family haven’t been asked to sign NDAs,” the insider said. “Protecting their privacy is just something everyone in their inner circle has always naturally done.”While many guests have been required to sign non-disclosure agreements, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s inner circle have not been asked to do the same, a source exclusively told Page Six. The couple is pictured above in March 2026. Billboard via Getty Images“Protecting their privacy is just something everyone in their inner circle has always naturally done,” the insider said of the pair’s closest friends including Swift’s childhood friend, Abigail Anderson, pictured above with the pop star in February 2015. WireImage“Nobody wants to be the reason details leak,” the source continued. “The people in their inner circle have gone out of their way to protect them. Some even offered to sign NDAs simply to give Taylor and Travis extra peace of mind.”According to the insider, Swift and Kelce, both 36, are “incredibly grateful for the people around them.”“They know there’s enormous interest in every detail of their wedding plans, so they don’t take for granted how fiercely loyal their friends and family have been,” the source noted.The couple has “been able to enjoy this experience without wondering who’s going to talk or what’s going to end up in the press because the people in their lives genuinely want to protect them and that’s not something they take for granted,” the insider added.“Nobody wants to be the reason details leak,” the source continued. Jason and Travis Kelce are seen above in July 2024. Getty Images for American Century InvestmentsAccording to the insider, Swift and Kelce are “incredibly grateful for the people around them.” Swift is pictured above with the Haim sisters in August 2023. Getty Images for TAS Rights ManagementA-list guests expected to attend the wedding of the year include Adrien Brody, Sombr, Zoë Kravitz, the Haim sisters, Gigi Hadid and more. Meanwhile, Page Six exclusively revealed that Miles Teller and his wife, Keleigh Sperry, didn’t make the cut for an invite.Reps for Swift and Kelce did not immediately respond to Page Six’s requests for comment.TMZ reported last month that guests attending the pair’s star-studded wedding have been asked to sign NDAs as part of extensive efforts to keep details of the celebration private. Those going have been prohibited from sharing details about the ceremony, which we hear will take place at Madison Square Garden Friday.Those going have been prohibited from sharing details about the ceremony. Andrea and Taylor Swift are pictured above in November 2010. WireImagePage Six hears the wedding ceremony will take place at Madison Square Garden, pictured above, on July 3. Getty ImagesMeanwhile, a possible nod to one of Swift’s songs added to the buzz outside the iconic Midtown venue Monday.Page Six spotted several vendors setting up for a massive event at MSG, including a lighting company, a piping and draping business, a transportation services company and several unmarked trucks.Staffers were seen unloading large items wrapped up in tarps off of parked semi-trailer trucks. There were also forklifts seen moving massive trunks filled with unknown inventory.The couple are building a massive castle inside MSG for their star-studded nuptials, Page Six confirmed.Page Six spotted several vendors setting up for a massive event at MSG, as seen above on June 30. BACKGRIDThe Grammy winner and the Super Bowl champ revealed their engagement in August 2025, a photo of which is seen here. Instagram/ Taylor SwiftPage Six also revealed that the couple tapped renowned celebrity wedding planner Mark Seed to conceptualize the bash.The Grammy winner and the Super Bowl champ revealed their engagement in August 2025 with a playful Instagram post that read, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married 🧨.” They ended the caption with a dynamite emoji, seemingly referencing their “TNT” nickname.The lovebird’s engagement came after nearly two whirlwind years together.Swift was first spotted cheering Kelce on at a Kansas City Chiefs game in September 2023, and the pair went public with their relationship soon after. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 02, 2026

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Gwyneth Paltrow's Son Moses Martin Stuns in Burberry's Latest Campaign

Moses is entering the spotlight.Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin’s son Moses Martin made his modeling debut for Burberry Wednesday, starring in the British brand’s newest ad campaign. The photo shoot, titled “Escape to the Countryside,” was “inspired by the brand’s roots in the great outdoors and its history of adventure,” per a press release.Martin, 20, stars alongside Edie Campbell, Nora Attal and Sang Woo Kim in the pics, modeling items like a backpack in the iconic Burberry check as well as a polo, T-shirt, button-up and more styles.Moses Martin is the newest Burberry model, with Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin’s son posing for the British brand. Chris RhodesThe 20-year-old stars alongside Edie Campbell, Nora Attal and Sang Woo Kim in the campaign, which uses his band’s song as the soundtrack. Chris RhodesHe models the classic Burberry check in the pics. Chris RhodesThe campaign was inspired by a road trip through England. Chris RhodesIt seems the Brown University student is not only following in his sister’s modeling footsteps but also his dad’s musical lane; “For Hire,” a song by Moses’ band People I’ve Met, serves as the soundtrack for the roadtrip-themed video campaign.“A road trip is a very British thing to do – getting into your car, heading out to the countryside andseeing where the day takes you,” Chief Creative Officer Daniel Lee said in the press release.Paltrow’s daughter, Apple Martin, has also entered the fashion world, modeling for Self-Portrait and Chloé. Instagram/@gwynethpaltrowMartin, who typically stays out of the spotlight, joined his mom on the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of “Marty Supreme” in December. Getty Images“That idea of exploration has always been part of Burberry. Listening to music on a long drive becomes part of the memories you make along the way,” Lee added.While Moses is new to the modeling game, big sister Apple is a seasoned pro. She’s posed for Vogue as and landed gigs with GapStudio, fellow British brand Self-Portrait and, most recently, French fashion house Chloé.Apple has also posed for mom Gwyneth’s Goop brand. Could a menswear launch modeled by Moses be next? Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 02, 2026

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Why Taylor Swift's Wedding Invitation to the Knicks Is Causing Buzz

They’re going to be celebrating at Madison Square Garden for the second time in three weeks.A source tells us that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have invited “the starting lineup for the Knicks,” including Jalen Brunson, to their wedding bash on Friday.Swift and her pals started a Knicks tee trend — that the New York Post happily got on board with — when she attended one of the team’s games last month. Swift yelled so loud during he game that she could barely recite her Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction speech the following night.Taylor Swift invited the New York Knicks starting five to her wedding. NBAE via Getty ImagesThe Knicks starting lineup have all been invited to MSG for Swift and Kelce’s wedding. Charles Wenzelberg / New York PostEste Haim, Swift, and Mariska Hargitay started a trend with their Stevie Knicks tees. Geoff Burke-Imagn Images“The quality of my speaking voice is the product of [something] that I am not sorry for… I was lucky enough to go to a Knicks game last night,” she said of her raspy tone after Steven Spielberg presented her with the honor.“I screamed for 100% of it,” she continued about the Knicks game. “And then I got home and was like, ‘I gotta stop screaming,’” she quipped.An insider told us at the time that Swift attended the game because “she’s a huge fan of the Knicks and really wants to be there to support them.” And now they may be there supporting her nuptials and partying until the wee hours with the couple come Friday, we hear.Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart makeup part of the Knicks starting five. NBAE via Getty ImagesSwift and Tracis Kelce’s MSG wedding kicks off on Thursday. NBAE via Getty ImagesJosh Hart, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and Brunson join more than 1,000 guests, who are invited to what’s sure to be the wedding of the summer. It’s unclear if they accepted.They’d be joining Selena Gomez, Mariska Hargitay, Gigi Hadid, Suki Waterhouse and several of Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs teammates, who are all expected for the multiday New York celebration.Reps did not comment. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 01, 2026

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Daredevils' Empire State Building Climb Ends with Surprise Proposal

A daredevil couple climbed to the top of the Empire State Building and unfurled a banner on top of its spire Wednesday afternoon, taking their love to new heights.But now back on the ground, both are facing multiple charges after being taken into custody, according to police.Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov, who have gained an online following for their death-defying skyscraper climbs around the world, stayed on top of the skyscraper for several minutes as cameras rolled on the action before coming down on the spire, the NYPD said.Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus unfurl a banner at the top of the Empire State Building in New York City, July 1, 2026.WABCKuznetsov, who is also known as Ivan Beerkus, then appeared to propose to his longtime girlfriend before they were taken into custody.Both face multiple charges -- including burglary, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, criminal trespass, violation of a local law, criminal tampering, disorderly conduct and possession of burglar's tools -- according to police.The black banner appeared to reference a Jimi Hendrix quote and said in white letters, "When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace."The banner has been recovered, police said. An NYPD helicopter was sent and the building's observation deck was cleared of visitors as police arrived.Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus who got to the top of the Empire State Building appeared to propose after coming down from the tower's spire in New York City, July 1, 2026.WABCThe observation deck was reopened later in the afternoon.The top of the building's spire is 1,454 feet above the ground.It was not immediately clear how the couple got into position to free climb the metal structure that services the spire, broadcast antenna and red anti-collision beacon atop the building. Angela Nikolau who got to the top of the Empire State Building with partner Ivan Beerkus, photographs her hand after what appeared to be a proposal after coming down from the tower's spire in New York City, July 1, 2026.WABCA spokesperson for the Empire State Building said in a statement to ABC News that there was at no time danger to the building's tenants or visitors.Popular Reads"It is to be emphasized that the Empire State Building Observation Deck, atop the World's Most Famous Building in the center of New York City, does offer a practical way for the most memorable marriage proposals," the spokesman said in a statement.Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus who got to the top of the Empire State Building embrace after what appeared to be a proposal after coming down from the tower's spire in New York City, July 1, 2026.WABCThe Empire State Building's rules prohibit masks and costumes. The observation deck was reopened later in the afternoon on Wednesday.They were featured in a 2024 Netflix documentary "Skywalkers: A Love Story." The film showcased the couple's climb of Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur, the world's second tallest building at 2,227 feet.Ivan Beerkus and Angela Nikolau attend Netflix's Skywalkers: A Love Story Tribeca Film Festival Premiere, June 12, 2024 in New York City.Jason Mendez/Getty ImagesThe Russian couple have frequently posted photos of their stunts on their social media pages. In many of their posts, they are seen standing and posing at the edge of buildings from extreme heights.Some of their posts show them hugging and kissing while on top of buildings.Ivan Beerkus and Angela Nikolau attend Netflix's Skywalkers: A Love Story Tribeca Film Festival Premiere, June 12, 2024 in New York City.Jason Mendez/Getty ImagesNikolau and Beerkus appeared to chronicle their climb up the Empire State Building on social media Wednesday and posted close-up images of the proposal from the spire and the engagement ring.

Jul 01, 2026

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Nara Smith's Heartfelt Revelation About Daughter's Cancer Journey

Influencer and cookbook author Nara Smith is opening up about her family's private health journey, revealing that her 2-year-old daughter, Whimsy Lou, was diagnosed with cancer late last year.Smith, 24, shared the news in an Instagram video on Wednesday, saying she and her husband, model Lucky Blue Smith, 28, first sought medical attention after noticing "something suspicious" on their daughter."When we saw something suspicious on her, we took her to the ER, and they didn't quite know what to make of it," Smith said. "So when we took her into our pediatrician, I just remember him going really quiet and calm ... My heart dropped in that moment. I don't know whether it was my gut telling me something or just a mom's intuition, but the first thing that I felt was, 'She has cancer.'"Nara Smith attends the "A Night Of Extra" Beauty Evening at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, March 20, 2026, in Los Angeles.Tommaso Boddi/Getty ImagesSmith said Whimsy later underwent X-rays, ultrasounds and a biopsy before doctors confirmed her cancer diagnosis."After a lot of X-rays, ultrasounds, and finally a biopsy, they immediately called us and said that she had cancer," she said. "[They] told us it had spread, and that she need[ed] to come and start chemo treatments immediately."Smith did not disclose what type of cancer her daughter has or provide an update on Whimsy's current condition.The social media creator said connecting with other parents and families facing similar experiences has helped ease the feeling of isolation she experienced following her daughter's diagnosis."All of that combined really brought me a lot of comfort and alleviated the feeling of loneliness for me," she said, adding that "processing this and navigating all of this as a family has been really hard."Smith also shared that balancing her daughter's treatment while caring for her children, recovering postpartum -- her youngest child was born in September last year -- and keeping up with work has been challenging."A lot of you have probably realized that I've been posting a little less and this is the reason why," she said. "Having found all of this out and navigating this while postpartum, also loving and caring for our other kids at home, also being in the hospital with Whimsy a lot and balancing work on top of that has been really challenging."She said finding a balance remains a daily struggle."Some days are a little easier, some days are really hard, and all I can do is try my best and show up in all those areas in the best way that I can," she said.Smith added that she decided to publicly share her family's experience in hopes of helping others facing similar circumstances."We wanted to share this to hopefully bring someone else that comfort [we felt after connecting with others in similar situations] or even incentivize you to go get something checked out that you've been avoiding," she said.In the video's caption, Smith expressed gratitude for the doctors and nurses who cared for her daughter, writing that she is "thankful for each and every nurse and doctor along our journey who helped us get through and out the other end."Smith, who has more than 12.4 million followers on TikTok and 4.7 million on Instagram, is known for sharing cooking videos and family-focused lifestyle content.Her debut cookbook, "Homemade," is scheduled to be released in October.ABC News has reached out to Smith's representative for comment.

Jul 01, 2026

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Taylor Swift's Otter Shirt Comeback Sparks Excitement Among Fans

Taylor Swift showed her love for otters in the “End of an Era” documentary. Disney+It’s an otter emergency.Taylor Swift may have a history of selling out designer duds and accessories, but one of her more affordable recent looks has a charitable tie.Fans went crazy when the Grammy winner 36, wore an otter shirt from the Monterey Bay Aquarium in her “Taylor Swift: The End of an Era” documentary, immediately selling out the tee.Now, it’s back and available to shop for $65.13 — the price a nod to the singer’s favorite number, obviously.The design was originally created in the ’90s by illustrator and children’s book author Chris Van Dusen and reprinted by Liberty Graphics on a 100% cotton shirt.The price isn’t just for the cost of the tee, but also a donation to the world-famous aquarium, which is known for its pioneering sea otter program as well as North America’s largest collection of deep-sea animals.The center served as the inspiration for Pixar’s 2016 “Finding Nemo” sequel, “Finding Dory.” The shirt is back in stock — and benefits the Monterey Bay Aquarium conservation efforts not only for otters, but its other sea creatures as well.While it’s unclear what exactly Swift’s connection to the California attraction might be, her fiancé, Travis Kelce, recently shared his obsession with otters on his “New Heights” podcast.Sister-in-law Kylie Kelce later symbolically adopted a giant river otter at the Philadelphia Zoo in the tight end’s name — and named him “Uncle Trav.”The last time the Monterey Bay Aquarium stocked the limited-edition shirts, they raised a staggering $2.3 million in less than two days.“The response was beyond our wildest dreams,” the institution shared, with a wink to the Swift song. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 01, 2026

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Why Measles is Making a Dangerous Comeback in the US

Measles only needs a small opening — and it got one. For the second year in a row, cases of measles — known as the world’s most infectious disease — will hit record highs, and 2026 is on track to be substantially worse than 2025.In a matter of weeks, we’re likely to blow past last year’s total, hitting the highest number of cases in 35 years.“This is a major public health warning sign,” epidemiologist Dr. Syra Madad told The Post. “The US is already close to last year’s total with about half the year still ahead.”The US is on track to have the highest number of measles cases in 35 years — and it’s only July Anela/peopleimages.com – stock.adobe.comThe total number of measles cases for 2025 was 2,288, the highest since a 1991 outbreak that infected 9,500. As of June 25, there have been 2,134 confirmed cases this year in the US.That means it’ll take just 155 more cases — a number that could be covered fairly quickly — to beat that record, which was hit in December of last year.“Unless we interrupt transmission quickly, 2026 is likely to surpass 2025 and could do so substantially,” Madad warned.“We should be cautious about making exact projections because outbreaks can slow when vaccination campaigns, isolation, contact tracing and community engagement are effective. But the current pattern is deeply concerning.Last week, someone with measles exposed scores of travelers at LAX to the disease. In May, New York city officials alerted diners at an Italian restaurant they might’ve been exposed over the course of three hours.Measles spreads when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. It can linger in the air even two hours after the person leaves.Symptoms appear a week or two after a person is exposed. People may experience a high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Two to three days later, white spots may appear in the mouth. Three to five days later, a rash will appear. They’re contagious starting four days before the rash and four days after.There is no cure or antiviral treatment, and two out of every five people with measles end up getting hospitalized. Pneumonia is the most common severe complication from measles.“This is not simply the return of a childhood rash illness,” Madad said. Measles can cause serious complications and even death. ÃÂÃÂ°ÃâÃÂ°ÃÂ»ÃÅÃÂ ÃÅÃÂ°ÃÂ¹ÃËÃÂµÃÂ²ÃÂ° – stock.adobe.com“This is not simply the return of a childhood rash illness,” Madad said. “Measles can cause pneumonia, encephalitis, hospitalization and death, especially in young children and medically vulnerable people.”The disease can also introduce a deadly neurological condition that can strike decades after the initial infection.“The measles is sort of sitting around in your brain and causing, on the cellular level, changes that sit there quietly. And 10, 20-plus years later, they come and destroy your brain,” Dr. Sharon Nachman, chief of pediatric infectious diseases at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, previously told The Post.Vaccination is the only way to prevent it, sinc nine out of ten unvaccinated people will get measles if they come in contact with it. Unfortunately, vax rates are declining.According to the CDC, 93% of cases this year are in people who are unvaccinated or of unknown vaccination status. And over half are kids aged 5 to 19.And no, this isn’t a result of travel or visitors from the World Cup. Ninety-three percent of cases were acquired here, in an outbreak. “That suggests we are not just importing measles. We are allowing it to spread here,” Madad said.Over half of the measles cases in the US this year were kids aged 5-19.Measles is spreading across the country, but Utah and South Carolina recorded the most cases. Close behind are Texas, Florida, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Arizona.Utah’s first outbreak was in June 2025 and hasn’t let up since. Statewide, 12.8% of kindergartners were missing their vaccine, putting the state far short of the 95% vaccination rate needed to prevent measles outbreaks.“Measles only needs a small opening,” Madad said. “Measles was declared eliminated in the US in 2000, but elimination is not a permanent trophy. It has to be protected through consistently high vaccination coverage, fast outbreak detection, and strong local public health response.”If vaccination gaps remain, she stressed, the future could be even bleaker.“Measles will continue to find susceptible communities next year and beyond,” she said. “That means more outbreaks, more quarantines, more school and childcare disruptions, more strain on already stretched health departments, and a continued risk of severe illness and death from a disease we know how to prevent. The good news is, the problem is “recoverable.”“The US achieved elimination before, and it can regain control by restoring high MMR coverage, strengthening surveillance, and responding rapidly to every case,” Madad said.

Jul 01, 2026

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Avdullah Hoti's Fake Death Announcement Sparks Outrage on Social Media

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