Kate Middleton speaks out on ‘difficult’ time after cancer treatment

Ever since she has posted the video in which she disclosed her cancer diagnosis with the public, Kate Middleton has remained largely out of the picture and was nowhere to be seen. But the time away seemed to fit her because she got the chance to rest.

Today, a year-and-a-half after the diagnosis, she has slowly but surely returned to some of her royal duties.

Most recently, she attended the Trooping of Color event, accompanying her husband and their three children.

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According to royal correspondent Rebbeca English, the entire experience has led Kate and William to get a whole new perspective on life.

English says that the trauma she has gone through, changed the beloved princess as a person.

“Cancer impacts on your perspective, and what you have seen in the decisions they have made over the last year is that family and their children continue to be at the center of their universe,” a source told English.

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“Both Their Royal Highnesses have a strong commitment to duty, service, and using their platform for good. But what they are working on is ways they can balance themselves as parents with being the Prince and Princess of Wales.

“Everyone is adjusting the dial,” another source said.

On June 2, Kate visited Colchester Hospital in Essex where she met cancer patients and spent time in a specially created outdoor space meant to help them recover during treatment.

People reported that Kate opened up about her cancer journey during the visit. She explained that the time after treatment was different than she imagined.

“You put on a sort of brave face, stoicism through treatment. Treatment’s done, then it’s like, ‘I can crack on, get back to normal,’ but actually, the phase afterwards is really, really difficult,” Kate Middleton said.

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“You’re not necessarily under the clinical team any longer, but you’re not able to function normally at home as you perhaps once used to. And actually, someone to help talk you through that, show you and guide you through that sort of phase that comes after treatment, I think is really valuable.”

She added: “You have to find your new normal and that takes time…and it’s a rollercoaster, it’s not smooth, like you expect it to be.

“But the reality is you go through hard times.”

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Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill star, Michael Madsen, dies aged 67

Prolific actor Michael Madsen, renowned for his memorable performances in Quentin Tarantino classics Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill, died aged 67.

Madsen was found unresponsive in his Malibu home Thursday morning after a 911 call. When emergency services arrived at the scene, he was pronounced dead. The cause of death is believed to be a cardiac arrest.

Madsen’s manager Ron Smith confirmed the news of his tragic passing.

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“In the last two years Michael Madsen has been doing some incredible work with independent film including upcoming feature films Resurrection Road, Concessions and Cookbook for Southern Housewives, and was really looking forward to this next chapter in his life,” the joint statement by the actor’s managers Susan Ferris and Ron Smith and publicist Liz Rodriguez read.

“Michael was also preparing to release a new book called ‘Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems’ currently being edited,” it added. “Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors, who will be missed by many.”

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The Chicago-born actor started his acting career, which spanned over 4 decades, in the early ’80s.

He first starred in low-budget films before he appeared in more notable films of the 1980, including Racing With the Moon, The Natural and Kill Me Again.

In 1991, Madsen landed the role of Jimmy, Louise’s put-upon love interest in Ridley Scott’s Thelma & Louise.

What followed was his first collaboration with Tarantino in Reservoir Dogs, where he played Mr. Blonde—a role that marked the start of his high-octane career.

Michael Madsen continued appearing in action-packed films and occasional big hits like Donnie Brasco and Wyatt Earp.

Throughout his career, he starred in more than 70 film, including the classics The Hateful Eight and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

In 2022, Madsen suffered the loss of his son Hudson, 26, who died of suicide. Two years following Hudson’s passing, Madsen filed for divorce from his wife of 28 years, DeAnna Madsen. He believed her “neglect, drinking, and alcoholism” contributed to their son’s death. The couple shared two other sons, Calvin, 27, and Luke, 18.

Madsen was also a father to sons Christian, 34, and Max, 30, whom he shared with his second wife, actress Jeannine Bisignano, and a daughter, Jessica, whom he had with Dana Hechling. From 1984 to 1988, he was married to his first wife, Georganne LaPiere, the half-sister of Cher.

Tributes poured in for Michael Madsen.

His sister, Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen, wrote in a statement to Variety, “My brother Michael has left the stage. He was thunder and velvet. Mischief wrapped in tenderness. A poet disguised as an outlaw. A father, a son, a brother – etched in contradiction, tempered by love that left its mark.”

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14-year-old boy died after being ‘s**torted’ by ‘girl’ online

Morgan Moore, from El Dorado, Kansas, is grieving the loss of her teenage son who took his own life after being blackmailed by a “girl” he chatted with on TikTok for just 35 minutes.

This inconsolable mother is warning other parents to talk to their children and explain to them the dangers the Internet and talking to strangers online can bring.

According to Moore, her 14-year-old son Caleb was “flirting” with a “girl” on TikTok and later switched to Snapchat when she sent him compromising photos of herself, according to the Daily Mail.

In return, Caleb sent similar photos of himself, but regretted doing so right after the “girl” started blackmailing him and asking him to send her large amounts of money so that she won’t leak the photos.

According to Morgan, the person Caleb chatted with “made him feel like his life was over as he had made this mistake.”

Sadly, Caleb ended his life killing himself with the family gun.

When Morgan’s husband called her and told her what happened, she rushed home but authorities didn’t allow her to enter the house.

“When I got there Caleb was still alive and breathing but they were unable to resuscitate him so they stopped trying as nothing was working,” heartbroken Morgan recalled.

“He passed away in the house and it was very difficult because I wanted to be with him but they wouldn’t let me go inside as they didn’t want me to see anything.

“I was hysterical and screaming and begging them to not give up on my boy and let me go to him. I was inconsolable.”

At first, the family was unaware why Caleb committed suicide, but after authorities went through his phone, they learned he was s**torted.

He even sent the person he chatted to a photo of the gun in a desperate attempt to put an end to the extortion, but to no avail.

“That is when they had gone through his TikTok messages and showed me the progression. It had stolen my boy’s happiness and hope in a 35-minute span,” Morgan said.

FBI warns that they have “seen a huge increase in the number of cases involving children and teens being threatened and coerced into sending explicit images online—a crime called s**tortion.

“In some cases, the first contact from the criminal will be a threat. The person may claim to already have a revealing picture or video of a child that will be shared if the victim does not send more pictures,” they wrote on their website.

Morgan shares her son’s tragic story in order to encourage parents to speak openly with their children about the dangers that lurk online and teach them how to recognize scams in order to prevent anything similar from happening to them.

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What causes the green ring around hard-boiled eggs?

Whether you like them scrambled, sunny-side up, or hard-boiled, eggs are an excellent choice because of many reasons. For one, they are high in protein, essential for muscle repair and growth. Further, eggs are rich in vitamins and minerals, with the yolk containing choline which supports the function of the brain.

Also, they contain healthy fats and are low in calories, which makes them a great breakfast option for both little children and adults.

If you are one of those people who prefer their eggs hard-boiled, you have certainly noticed that green color ring around the yolk.

Now if you wonder if the eggs are safe to consume that way, the answer is yes. In fact, that green color comes from the sulfur in the egg white that reacts with the iron in the yolk due to overcooking. 

While this color is totally harmless, if you prefer your eggs without it, there is a way of cooking them by taking into consideration the cooking and cooling time.

Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water — about an inch or two above the eggs. Next, bring the water to a rolling boil over medium heat and then turn off the heat right away.

Cover the pot and let the eggs sit in the hot water. If you prefer them with their yolk soft, keep them for 9 minutes. If firm eggs are your preferred choice, let them in the pot for 11 to 12 minutes.

Once you take them out of the pot of hot water, place them into an ice-cold water for around five minutes.

And yes, for smoother peeling, crack and peel them under running water.

If you want to prevent cracking while boiling them, add a tablespoon of vinegar or a pinch of salt in the water.

Boiled unpeeled eggs are safe to eat in a week time, while the peeled ones can be stored for 2 to 3 days before consuming.

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White House photo of Trump sparks conspiracy theory

Another day, another conspiracy theory involving President Donald Trump. This time, a newly emerged photo of him from the White House Situation Room has fueled fresh rumors among social media users regarding the 2024 assassination attempt.

Now, netizens have compared new photos of the president with ones taken before the widely reported assassination attempt during which a bullet clipped his ear.

Namely, the assassination attempt in question happened back in 2024 during a presidential campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. The rally was interrupted by gunfire shots coming from the rooftop.

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During the shooting, a spectator, 50-year-old Corey Comperatore, was killed, while two others were critically injured.

The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crook, was killed by the US Secret Service.

In the weeks following the assassination attempt, Trump wore a white bandage on his ear and so did a number of his supporters in sign of solidarity.

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However, the most recent photo of the president with a clear view of his right ear sparked controversy yet again, with many Internet users questioning why there aren’t any visible signs of injury on it.

“Isn’t this the ear that apparently took a bullet?” one X user wrote.

Another joked: “Trump should forget the Nobel peace prize and go for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for naturally regrowing an ear. It’s never been done before.”

A third posted, “That photo from the situation room just shows the miraculous healing to Trump’s ear.”

Someone else posted: “Ear cartilage generally does NOT regrow.”

“Likely the biggest scam ever,” accused another.

At the time, former White House physician Ronny Jackson said of Trump’s wound: “There was initially significant bleeding, followed by marked swelling of the entire upper ear.

“The swelling has since resolved, and the wound is beginning to granulate and heal properly.

“Based on the highly vascular nature of the ear, there is still intermittent bleeding requiring a dressing to be in place. Given the broad and blunt nature of the wound itself, no sutures were required.”

Some hit back at the conspiracy theorists, with one person sharing: “How exactly was it faked in an outdoor setting with 1000’s of witnesses and dozens of cameras. One of those cameras picked up the bullet in mid air.”

Another shared: “This man came within inches of getting his head blown off and you say stupid sh** like this.”

A third posted: “What you’re insinuating is horrible. Trump was nearly killed. Cory Compentore was a father and a firefighter who was murdered by that whacko. Suggesting this was a setup is low. Next time, please think before you post something.. Sheesh.”

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New details in Melania Trump visa controversy come to light

President Trump’s administration is working hard to impose changes to immigration laws, taking a hard line on immigration and illegal immigrants in the US.

In his first week in the Oval Office, Trump didn’t waste time turning his presidential campaign promises into reality. He signed a number of executive orders regarding immigration targeting undocumented immigrants residing in the country.

In June, ICE carried out raids across the country, triggering protests in L.A and surrounding areas. When the protests turned violent, he deployed the National Guard and the Marines to contain the unrest.

While many criticized his action to involve the National Guard into the matter, Trump accused his critics of using undocumented immigrants to “expand their Voter Base, cheat in Elections, and grow the Welfare State, robbing good paying Jobs and Benefits from Hardworking American Citizens.”

As the issue of undocumented immigrants filled headlines, Melania Trump’s US visa took the center stage in the discussion.

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It was back in 1987 when young Melania, who is of Slovenian descent, decided to drop out of the University of Ljubljana and focus on modeling instead. It took her only a year to get a contract with a modeling agency in Milan.

Once in Milan, Melania focused on her goal of making a name for herself and went home after work instead of partying.

“She kept to herself, she was a loner. After a shoot or a catwalk, she went home, not out. She didn’t want to waste time partying,” fashion photographer Stane Jerko who spotted her leaning on a fence while leaving a fashion show at the Festival Hall said.

When she met Paolo Zampolli, co-owner of Metropolitan Models, he helped get a US visa.

Melania had been in the US since 1996, initially holding a tourist visa and later obtaining a series of work visas, her attorney said, according to Newsweek.

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In 2001, she obtained the EB-1 Visa, also known as the “Einstein visa.” Per the US Citizenship and Immigration Services website, an individual may be eligible for the visa if “you are an alien of extraordinary ability, are an outstanding professor or researcher, or are a certain multinational executive or manager.”

While this visa is eligible for individuals with extraordinary achievements, such as Pulitzer, Oscar, and Olympic winners, Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Democrat, questions how Melania could have even obtained it.

“Integrity isn’t snatching lawful visa holders off the streets and throwing them into unmarked vans,” she said during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday. “Integrity is not revoking visas based on social media posts that hurt somebody’s little feelings, because kids decided they wanted to go after Trump or this administration. We have a thing called free speech in this country.”

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Crockett asked Republicans why aren’t they scrutinizing the immigration of people close to the president.

“Why aren’t we talking about integrity when it comes to the president’s family’s visas?” Jasmine Crockett asked. “Let me tell you how you receive an Einstein visa. You’re supposed to have some sort of significant achievement, like being awarded a Nobel Peace Prize or a Pulitzer, being an Olympic medalist, or having other sustained extraordinary abilities and success in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. Last time I checked, the first lady had none of those accolades under her belt.”

“Melania, the first lady, a model—and when I say model, I’m not talking about Tyra Banks, Cindy Crawford, or Naomi Campbell-level—applied for and was given an EB1 visa,” she continued. “It doesn’t take an Einstein to see that the math ain’t mathin’ here.”

While Melania or the White House didn’t respond to the accusations, a number of people took the First Lady’s side, claiming the congresswoman was just jealous of Melania’s achievements.

At an anti-DOGE protest in Los Angeles, California, congresswoman Maxine Waters said, “When he [Trump] talks about birthright, and he’s going to undo the fact that the Constitution allows those who are born here, even if the parents are undocumented, they have a right to stay in America. If he wants to start looking so closely to find those who were born here and their parents were undocumented, maybe he ought to first look at Melania.”

“We don’t know whether or not her parents were documented. And maybe we better just take a look.” 

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Mother-in-law tried to ruin our family dinner with a lie

The moment I first laid eyes on Alex Rodriguez was the moment I knew my soulmate entered into my life. he was the most charming man I’ve ever met. What’s most, he was loving, caring, and felt the same way about me. The only thing that stood in the way of our happiness was his mother—my mother-in-law, Evelyn—who tried to ruin everything we hoped to build by spreading one lie after another.

The truth was that she was so infatuated with her son that she felt like I was stealing him from her. What’s more, she couldn’t get over the fact that Alex fell for an Asian woman.

When Evelyn and I met for the first time, she was quick to mention Alex’s ex girlfriend, who was Mexican-American.

“You know, Eva understood our Mexican culture,” she said after I failed to show interest in her tamales recipe.

At the beginning, Alex didn’t think his mom’s behavior was out of line. He tried to assure me that she did what she did because she loved him. After all, he was her only son and tradition was an important part of her life.

One day, when we met for coffee, she looked at me and said,” You don’t look that bad, but you should put some makeup on every once in a while. It will make you look prettier.”

Evelyn showed her true self once again during our wedding day, but Alex was still unable to realize what kind of woman she was.

When we were about to have our first dance, she stole the moment from me and danced with her son in the middle of the dance floor while I just stood there, watching in confusion. The guests were as shocked as I was.

Finally, when I fell pregnant, I believed Evelyn will finally accept me.

Alex and I decided to share the news with both our families, and while my mom and dad cried tears of joy, Evelyn turned to me and said, “Know what, Jessica? My cousin Maria’s son married a black woman. Their children are beautiful, of course, but it’s been hard for them to fit in anywhere. They are not really accepted by either community.”

The comment was so hurtful that I started crying and it was for the first time in a long time that Alex defended me.

“Mom, you will be a grandmother soon, and Jessica will be the mother of your grandchild. How can you say something like that?”

But Evelyn didn’t care. “Honey, I’m just telling the truth,” she said and took a sip from the glass fully filled with wine.

Baby Isabella Rodriguez-Chen arrived on a perfect spring morning after a labor that was difficult but mercifully brief.

When Evelyn saw her granddaughter for the first time, she said, “Well, she definitely has Alex’s nose, but her eyes look… a bit different.”

The word “different” stirred my anger. My daughter’s beautiful, almond-shaped eyes reflected her Asian heritage—but Evelyn saw them as a flaw.

The next two years were a real struggle when it came to my mother-in-law — her offensive comments became unbearable, and the final straw was on Father’s Day, when she came up with the worst lie possible, trying to break my family apart.

During dinner, Evelyn said she had an announcement to make.

She stood, took her glass, and yelled, “Jessica you are a liar. You cheated on my son. This girl isn’t my granddaughter and I have a DNA test to prove it.”

She then threw some papers on the table, feeling proud of what she did. “Zero percent match,” she said with a huge smile on her face.

Everyone was surprised, except for my mom, who smiled quietly. And then, in a split second, my mother-in-law turned pale as a ghost when my mom exposed her lie.

“Evelyn, Jessica and Alex had already done a DNA test when they wanted to be sure their daughter won’t be affected by a condition that runs in your family.”

“What!?” Evelyn asked, confused.

“Mom, we know this test of yours is fake. How could you even think of something like that?” Alex asked, totally disappointed in his mother.

My mother-in-law was caught up in her lie—but she didn’t even blink.

The worst thing of all was that she confessed she faked the test in order to have me and Alex separated. She said I wasn’t worthy of him and didn’t deserve to be the mother of his child.

I knew Evelyn wasn’t fond of me, but I always thought it was just a way to prove her love for her son. That day, I understood what she felt for me was hatred.

That was the last time I ever saw her. Alex sort of forgave her and visits her every now and then, but I don’t think I will ever be able to get over what that woman did.

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My aunt battled for my brother’s custody—The truth shocked me

The life I was used to changed in an instant when I turned 18 and was forced to “grow” overnight.

I remember that faithful evening like it was yesterday. The knock on the door woke me up, and seeing two officers standing at the door spoke trouble. I was even afraid to ask what had happened.

Before long, they informed me that my mom and dad were involved in a car crash. A drunk driver hit them and then ran away. Unfortunately, they both died at the scene.

It took me some time before I was able to process what I had heard. With my parents no longer alive, I was left with my six-year-old brother. But was I able to take care of him and raise him all by myself? A bunch of questions raced my mid while grief settled in my heart.

A week after the funeral, Aunt Diane and Uncle Gary showed up. “You’re still a kid,” my aunt said, fake concern written all over her face. “Max needs stability. A real home.”

They’d barely spoken to my mom and dad, rarely visited, and suddenly they were ready to battle over my brother’s custody.

Despite my age, I knew Max would be better off with me than anyone else so I dropped out of college and worked two jobs. However, I knew nothing about taking care of a child, nor was I familiar with the laws, including guardianship.

My aunt tried to convince me that Max should go live with them in Phoenix, that I wasn’t enough for him and that he needed a nice home. According to them, my good intentions weren’t enough. But I knew they didn’t care about Max, there was definitely more to the story than they were willing to reveal.

I stood my ground and told them there was no change I was letting my brother live with them. He belonged with me, and both Max and I knew that all too well.

However, three days later, Diane called me to tell me that she and her husband had filed for emergency custody of Max. “Get over it,” she said. “Max will come live with us, and that’s that.”

I immediately called Mr. Peterson, my parents’ lawyer who gave me his card at the funeral. He was the only person I could think of that could help me.

“Tyler,” Mr. Peterson said over the phone, “I have to be honest with you. Custody cases involving minors caring for minors are extremely difficult to win. The courts generally favor established adults with stable incomes and family environments.”

I got scared of the thought of losing my brother. “But won’t they care that Max wants to stay with me?” I asked.

“Not unless you can prove you’re capable of providing everything an eight-year-old needs. And Tyler, I mean everything—financial stability, emotional support, educational guidance, healthcare, supervision. The court will scrutinize every aspect of your life,” the lawyer explained.

My aunt did the unthinkable. She called Child Services and lied to them, claiming I was leaving Max alone and that I yelled at him. Diane was doing everything in her power to take my brother from me, and I couldn’t understand why. She didn’t even care about him, I was sure of that.

And then, one night, I learned the truth.

When I went to talk to her and Gary, hoping to get them to listen to my pleas, I overheard her saying, “Once we get custody, the state will release the trust fund.” Gary laughed. “We can send Max to boarding school. He’s a handful.”

My aunt joined her husband’s laughter, “You know a new car and nice vacation to Hawaii would do me good, right?”

I told Mr. Peterson what I had overheard. He said that if I have such a confession recorded, it would help my case.

A few days later, I went to my aunt’s and told her I’d agree to drop my guardianship case if they paid for my education. Of course, I never meant it—I just wanted her to reveal her true intentions.

By the way, I had a recording device on.

My aunt was happy to hear what I said. “Of course, honey, we will have your education covered,” she said.

“And what about Max? Do you have enough money for his education too?” I asked. “I wish my mom and dad left some money for us.”

“Oh, don’t you worry about it. There is a trust fund, but we’ll manage it properly.”

“A trust fund?” I asked. “I didn’t know there was one.”

“Oh, yes, there is. You mom mentioned it to me once. There is a lot of money there, not only for Max’s future, but for everyone.”

“How do you mean everyone? That’s Max’s money, don’t you dare use it for any other purposes.”

My aunt got mad. “You are not the one to tell me what to do you little brat. You are too young to take care of your brother anyway. Once we get the custody of him, he and his money won’t be any of your business.”

It was more than enough for me. I got up and left the place, heading to Mr. Peterson straight away.

During the final hearing, aunt Diane brought cookies to the judge. He was looking at her awkwardly.

When Mr. Peterson asked her and her husband if they were aware there was a trust fund when they applied for custody, they both pretended they were hearing about it for the first time.

“Fund!? What fund?” Diane asked.

But then, Mr.Peterson played the recording.

As Linda and Steve spoke, making things worse with every word they uttered, the judge’s demeanor changed—from polite to alarmed—at the mention of Emma’s trust being misused.

It was ruled that financial considerations were part of their custody petition, and there was no convincing way to argue otherwise.

After hours of presenting arguments, the judge made a verdict. Max was staying with me.

I agreed to have the trust fund managed by an independent trustee, with court oversight if necessary. Of course I never cared about money, unlike my aunt and uncle. I only cared about Max’s well-being.

Today, Max is thirteen, attending school, and thriving.

As of my aunt, she swore adopting Max for the sake of using his money was never her idea, although it didn’t sound like that. However, we forgave her, and she’s now visiting every now and then.

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