Home Alone 2 director describes Trump’s cameo as a ‘curse’

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Monica Pop
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Home Alone has become a beloved classic earning its place as a timeless favorite for generations of fans.

The second sequel of the film shows eight-year-old Kevin McCallister, played by Macaulay Culkin, boarding a flight to New York instead of Miami, where his family were spending the holiday.

One of the scenes features the boy walking through the Plaza, which Donald Trump owned at the time. He then stumbles upon Trump, asking for directions to the lobby.

Years after Home Alone 2 has been released, director Chris Columbus opened up about Trump’s cameo, dubbing it a “curse.”

“It’s become this curse. It’s become an albatross for me. I just wish it was gone,” Columbus told the San Francisco Chronicle.

Director of Home Alone 2 dubs Donald Trump's cameo a "curse"
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Previously, the director, who also directed Mrs. Doubtfire and the first two Harry Potter films, among others, revealed that Trump had “bullied his way into the movie.”

“We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie’,” Columbus said. “So we agreed to put him in the movie, and when we screened it for the first time the oddest thing happened. People cheered when Trump showed up on screen.

“So I said to my editor, ‘Leave him in the movie. It’s a moment for the audience.’”

In 2023, Trump disputed Columbus’ claims in a Truth Social post. He wrote he was busy and didn’t want to do it, but they were persistent.

“That little cameo took off like a rocket, and the movie was a big success, and still is, especially around Christmas time. People call me whenever it is aired. Now, however, 30 years later, Columbus (what was his real name?) put out a statement that I bullied myself into the movie. Nothing could be further from the truth. That cameo helped make the movie a success … Just another Hollywood guy from the past looking for a quick fix of Trump publicity for himself!”

When Trump’s cameo was cut for a Canadian production of the movie in 2014, he tweeted, “The movie will never be the same! (just kidding).”

Director Chris Columbus pictured in 2015

However, Columbus says he can’t cut the president’s cameo now as he fears deportation.

“If I cut it, I’ll probably be sent out of the country. I’ll be considered sort of not fit to live in the United States. So I’ll have to go back to Italy or something,” he told the San Francisco Chronicle.

Fears come as Trump’s administration has deported 238 supposed criminals – American immigrants – to the “world’s worst prison” in El Salvador. Among them has been a teen who hasn’t had a criminal record. In fact, Trump’s administration admitted to have made a mistake when they arrested the teen, but he was sent to the notorious prison anyways, leaving his father searching for answers.

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Doctor claims Donald Trump could face major health issues as new photos emerge

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Donald Trump has undergone his first physical examination as part of his second term in office, bragging about his health and about scoring 30 out of 30 on the cognitive test, getting every single question right.

However, despite the results of the examination the White House released, which show he “exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health making him fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State,” new photos of the president raised concerns about his well-being.

Namely, photos of him released recently show that he has lost a significant amount of weight.

He was spotted making his way towards Marine One when the shots were taken.

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Since 2022, Trump has lost an impressive 30lbs (2st).

In the past, he spoke of his fondness of McDonald’s and fast food, as well as of diet cokes and well done steaks, but it appears that he has changed his lifestyle and his diet.

However, as much as his supporters are happy for his new looks, Dr. Daniel Atkinson believes Trump’s slim figure could be a red flag for deeper health concerns.

According to the Irish Star, Dr. Atkinson said that individuals of Trump’s age are at a higher risk of health problems, including diabetes.

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“For a hypothetical person, who has taken on the office of President of the United States for a second term, at the age of 80, there might be several factors that could affect their weight,” the doctor argued.

“An almost 80 year old with a busy schedule might be more susceptible to certain conditions that can cause weight loss. Diabetes, for instance, can trigger weight fluctuations when the condition is uncontrolled. Blood sugar can become more difficult to regulate as we age, and insulin resistance can develop with age.”

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This, of course, doesn’t mean Trump has diabetes.

It just suggests one of the possible reasons for his weight loss.

The White House hasn’t made any comments regarding the health of Donald Trump following the emergence of the photos. They did, however, stated he did well on his physical and cognitive examination.

Not long ago, health experts showed their concerns regarding his health when his hands appeared bruised during his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Disturbing post surfaces from FSU shooter before campus tragedy

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Two people were killed and at least six others were severely injured in the Thursday mass shooting on the grounds of Florida State University.

One of the victims has been identified as Robert Morales.

The FSU shooter, 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, was identified as the stepson of Deputy Jessica Ikner of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office.

According to officials, he had access to one of his stepmother’s weapons – the one that was found at the scene on campus. Ikner was also injured during the shooting and has since been hospitalized.

Ricardo Morales, one of the people killed in the FSU shooting/ Ricardo Morales Jr/ X

Following the tragic incident, the shooter’s final post on the social media has been made public. He wrote, “you are my war club, my weapons for battle, with you I shatter nations, with you I destroy kingdoms,” a quote from the book of Jeremiah in the Bible warning of the coming day of judgment.

Before the attack, Ikner shared white supremacist views with some of his classmates.

Ikner “espoused so much white supremacist rhetoric, and far-right rhetoric as well, to the point where we had to exercise that rule,” classmate Reid Seybold revealed.

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The FSU shooter had also made fun of college students who opposed the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.

“These people are usually pretty entertaining, usually not for good reasons,” he wrote in a school magazine.

“I think it’s a little too late, he’s [Trump] already going to be inaugurated on Jan. 20 and there’s not really much you can do unless you outright revolt, and I don’t think anyone wants that.”

According to the statement released by Leon County Sheriff McNeil, the FSU shooter was “steeped in the Leon County Sheriff’s Office family.” He was a part of the department’s youth setup and participated in training and other activities.

Students barricaded a classroom after the FSU shooter started the fire.
Students barricaded a classroom after the FSU shooter started the fire/ Gabriel Santoro

Dakota Bages who on campus at the time of the shooting recalled the moment the fire started. “We just kind of heard ruckus,” she told CNN. “We heard these kind of screams from what sounded like a man. And then we heard a woman scream – kind of like she had been toppled over.”

Still unaware of what was happening, they tried to hide themselves.

“Some are crying. Some are trying to keep their cool. Others are screaming: ‘Get in, get in! Push the table! Cover the door!’ They ended up lifting up these huge desks – that are meant to be computer desks – lifting them up and putting them against this glass wall,” Bages said.

All she could hear was screams from frightened classmates.

Representatives of the hospital where the victims have been admitted said all six of them are in a serious condition, with one being critical.

As a precaution, the Leon County School District put buildings near the campus on lockdown.

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4 common morning habits that may increase your risk of stroke

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It is common knowledge that our health and overall well-being depend heavily on our lifestyle. Having said that, the habits and routines we develop over the years can either improve or worsen our quality of life.

According to experts, four common morning habits most of us have can increase the risk of a stroke.

A stroke is when blood stops flowing to a part of your brain, as explained by NHS. It can affect the speech and the movement, and often, it takes a lot of time for the person to recover. As it represents a life-threatening condition, it requires urgent medical help.

One of the things to avoid doing in the morning is jumping out of bed abruptly. The reason is that when we get out of the bed suddenly, it can cause a sudden spike in blood pressure, putting extra strain on the arteries.

Dr. Nguyen Xuan Quang from the Military Medical Academy explains that during sleep our parasympathetic nervous system dominates, which means the heart rate is slower and the blood pressure is lower.

He suggests staying in bed for a minute or two after waking up.

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While many of us love having coffee first thing in the morning, health experts suggest avoid doing that because the caffeine in our favorite beverage raises blood pressure temporarily. This is especially risky for people with hypertension.

Instead, have a glass of water first to hydrate your body and wait for a while for the body to stabilize after the night’s rest before indulging in a cup of fresh coffee.

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Further, experts advise against skipping breakfast because it can lead to a drop in blood sugar levels and increase the risk of a stroke.

Lastly, don’t take hot showers first thing in the morning because it can cause a sudden drop of the blood pressure. The heat of the water dilates the blood vessels which can also cause dizziness.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is informative. For personalized advice, always consult your doctor.

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Teen deported to ‘world’s worst prison’ even after Trump officials admit mistake

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Many of the executive orders President Donald Trump signed since taking office for the second time have caused a stir.

Most recently, his administration signed the order for 238 supposed criminals – American immigrants – to be transferred to what is known as the “world’s worst prison” in El Salvador.

The decision was made even after a federal judge ruled against the order.

Namely, the current administration claimed that at the time of the judge’s ruling, the plane carrying the immigrants was already in international airspace.

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US is expected to pay the government of President Nayib Bukele $6 million for one year of services.

It was revealed that among those deported to the “world’s worst prison,” The Center for Terrorism Confinement (CECOT), was a teen, 19, with no prior criminal record.

Namely, Merwil Gutiérrez was not the person intended to be arrested, and despite the mistake, which the administration confessed making, the teen was sent to El Salvador.

His devastated father, Wilmer Gutiérrez, is now searching for answers.

Photo showing the American immigrants members of the gang transferred to CECOT in El Salvador. March 16, 2025. (El Salvador presidential press office via AP)

“I feel like my son was kidnapped. I’ve spent countless hours searching for him, going from one precinct to another, speaking with numerous people who kept referring me elsewhere,” he told Documented. “Yet, after all this, no one has given me any information or provided a single document about his case.”

At the time of his arrest on February 24, Gutiérrez was with friends in front of his apartment.

“The officers grabbed him and two other boys right at the entrance to our building,” Wilmer added.

As reported by People, William Parra, an immigration attorney from Inmigración Al Día, said, “Merwil was detained for hanging out with friends and was at the wrong place at the wrong time. ICE was not looking for him, nor is there any evidence whatsoever that Merwil was in any gang.”

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“The officers grabbed him and two other boys right at the entrance to our building,” the dad recalled. “One said, ‘No, he’s not the one,’ like they were looking for someone else. But the other said, ‘Take him anyway.'”

The father and son arrived in the States in 2023, running from the dictatorship of Nicolás Maduro.

Further, the father of the teen deported to the “world’s worst prison” says he feels like his son had been kidnapped. So far, he hasn’t been given any answers.

“I could have understood if he’d been sent back to Venezuela,” he said. “But why to a foreign country he’s never even been to?”

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New coronavirus wave hits – health officials warn as cases surge

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Since the start of January, the number of people affected by the coronavirus has doubled, urging experts to issue warnings.

According to data released by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the “positivity rate” increased from 4.2 to 4.5% in the week ending Sunday, April 6, with the number of people testing positive in England rising by 7%.

In comparison, at the start of the year, the positivity rate was 2.2%.

The UK Health Security Agency stated that those who received the vaccine against the coronavirus had a more than 40% lower chance of being hospitalized with COVID-19 that the unvaccinated.

“Seasonal changes and increased indoor social mixing can contribute to the spread, much like we see with other respiratory viruses,” said Dr. Wylie. “Common symptoms include a sore throat, cough, congestion, fatigue, and sometimes a fever or loss of taste or smell, though the latter is less frequent now.”

Around 7.5 million people in England are eligible for the NHS spring booster vaccine, which will be available from April 1 to June 17.

Dr. Wylie has issued an alert to the residents who are most at risk, including the unvaccinated, those with compromised immune system, and those aged 75 and above.

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King Charles ‘won’t hand throne to William,’ claims expert

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King Charles holds the record of longest-serving monarch-in-waiting in British history, surpassing Edward VII’s record of 59 years. At the same time, he’s the eldest person to be crowned king in Britain.

When he witnessed his mother becoming the head of the monarchy, King Charles was a three-year-old boy. Back then, he was totally unaware that one day he would be the one overtaking the monarchy.

That day arrived with the passing of his mother, late Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled the country for over 70 years. Her reign spanned 14 US presidencies, from Truman to Joe Biden, and met all but one.

Last year, King Charles disclosed with the public his cancer diagnosis, sharing that he’s been receiving treatments in London.

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After a short period of being out of the spotlight, he has again returned to his royal duties his wife and his older son performed during his absence from public life.

As the public speculated about his health condition, many raised the question of his possible abdication.

In December of last year, a source close to the monarch told Woman’s Day that Charles has long ago “came to terms” with the fact that he won’t be ruling the country for many years.

“He’s a lot weaker and tires easily, and doctors are begging him to slow down,” the source said, adding that the monarch contemplates over whether it’s noble or not to abdicate.

“Charles will have been told worst and best-case scenarios in terms of his health, but it’s clear some of his royal priorities have had to be sidelined.”

He and William, however, did discuss the future.

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“As devastating as it’s been, he’s had to step away from some of his plans or leave them to William. He has no choice,” the source said. “Cancer has changed him, made him reassess what’s important, and there’s no one he’d rather spend his time with than Camilla. Stepping aside could be what gives him more time with her.”

Royal commentator Sally Bedell Smith told People that King Charles has to “accept limitations” during his cancer treatment.

“Although the King is carrying out his duties with typical determination, he has had to accept limitations during his cancer treatment,” Bedell Smith said. “As a result, William has been taking on more responsibilities, and he and Kate have been preparing for their future roles sooner than they would have expected.”

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According to experts, “abdication would be a significant departure from all tradition.”

Hilary Fordwich, a royal expert, argued with Fox News that when the last time a monarch abdicated, Queen Elizabeth II’s uncle, Edward VIII, it triggered “a constitutional crisis.”

British royal broadcaster Jonathan Sacerdoti told Fox that it is “unlikely” that King Charles will step away from his royal duties any more than “strictly necessary.”

“Of course, he is not a youngster, and the example of his late mother’s older years shows that, when needed, the royal family can accommodate sharing the burden, if necessary,” Sacerdoti said. “But just as Queen Elizabeth II continued to work well into her old age, and even when she was not entirely healthy, I am sure that the king will want to do the same and keep going as much as is possible.”

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“King Charles will never abdicate through his own volition, especially as he has waited a lifetime to become monarch,” royal expert Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital.

Over the last few decades, several European countries have seen their monarchs abdicate in favor of the younger generation of royals.

Most recently it was Denmark, when Queen Margrethe II of Denmark became the first Danish monarch to abdicate in more than 900 years. The country celebrated their new head of the monarchy, King Frederik X, in the capital of Copenhagen on Sunday and the Prince and Princess of Wales have closely followed the events unfolding.

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark announced her abdication on TV during her yearly speech on New Year’s Eve. The nation was shocked because no one expected it. She explained that she believed it was time for her son to take her place. Queen Margrethe II, 83, took the throne after her father, King Frederik IX, died in 1972.

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Tiffany Trump’s pregnancy

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Tiffany Trump, 31, who is expecting her first child with husband, Michael Boulos, threw an extravagant Peter Rabbit-themed baby shower during the weekend.

She reportedly announced that the couple is expecting a baby boy.

Tiffany Trump’s pregnancy was revealed in October when her father, businessman-turned-president Donald Trump, shared the news with the crowd at an event at the Detroit Economic Club.

CNN reported at the time that Trump said his daughter was a “very exceptional young woman” before adding that “she’s gonna have a baby. So that’s nice.”

Tiffany’s child would be Trump’s 11th grandchild.

At her baby shower, Tiffany wore a floor-length blue dress with floral embellishments and posed cradling her baby bump.

She captioned the photos: “1 month,” and added a bear and a blue heart emojis.

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Michael proposed to Tiffany in 2021 in the White House Rose Garden with a diamond ring that reportedly cost $1.2-million.

“It has been an honor to celebrate many milestones, historic occasions and create memories with my family here at the White House, none more special than my engagement to my amazing fiancé Michael! Feeling blessed and excited for the next chapter!” she wrote on Instagram.

Tiffany also shared photos of the couple’s wedding in November 2022. She wore an Elie Saab gown. The wedding took place at the father’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

Tiffany’s mother, Marla Maples, and Donald Trump split in 1997, after which Tiffany stayed with her mom.

Marla didn’t want her daughter to be raised in the shadow of her famous father but wanted her daughter to be able to discover who she is.

Despite not being raised along with the rest of her siblings, Tiffany is said to have a close relationship with the rest of her father’s children, especially Ivanka Trump.

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