In the early hours of the morning, paparazzi cameras captured rising star Liu Yuning hurriedly making his way into a local hospital. The normally composed and charismatic actor appeared visibly distressed, with concern etched across his usually smiling face. Speculation immediately spread like wildfire across social media platforms as fans and onlookers alike wondered what had prompted this unexpected late-night visit to the hospital.PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Suspected gang members opened fire on journalists in Haiti’s capital on Tuesday as they covered the attempted reopening of the country’s largest hospital, according to a local radio station. Radio Télé Métronome said seven journalists and two police officers were wounded. Police did not immediately respond to calls. Street gangs have taken over much of Port-au-Prince. They forced the closure of the General Hospital early this year during violence that also targeted the main international airport and Haiti’s two largest prisons. Authorities had pledged to reopen the facility Tuesday. But as journalists gathered to cover the event, suspected gang members opened fire. Video posted online showed reporters inside the building and at least three lying on the floor, apparently wounded. The video could not be immediately verified. Johnson “Izo” André, a local gang leader and part of a gang coalition known as Viv Ansanm that has taken control of much of Port-au-Prince , posted a video on social media claiming responsibility for the attack. The video said the gang coalition had not authorized the hospital’s reopening. RELATED COVERAGE El Salvador’s Congress approves ending ban on metals mining Legendary drug lord Fabio Ochoa is deported to Colombia and walks free after 20 years in US prisons Surveillance videos appear to show 2 of 4 missing Ecuadorian kids taken by men in military uniform Former Prime Minister Garry Conille visited the Hospital of the State University of Haiti, more widely known as the General Hospital, in July after authorities regained control of it from gangs. The hospital had been left ravaged and strewn with debris. Walls and nearby buildings were riddled with bullet holes, signaling fights between police and gangs. The hospital is across the street from the national palace, the scene of several battles in recent months. Haiti’s health system is on the brink of collapse . Gangs have been looting, burning and destroying medical institutions and pharmacies in the capital. The health system faces additional challenges from the rainy season, which is likely to worsen conditions and increase the risk of water-borne diseases. Poor hygiene conditions in camps and makeshift settlements have heightened the risk of diseases like cholera. ___ Follow AP’s coverage of Latin America and the Caribbean at https://apnews.com/hub/latin-americaElon Musk said retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman “has committed treason against the United States” by being “on the payroll of Ukrainian oligarchs,” and will “pay the appropriate penalty.” Musk’s comments came in response to Vindman accusing him of conspiring with Russian president Vladimir Putin. “Vindman is on the payroll of Ukrainian oligarchs and has committed treason against the United States, for which he will pay the appropriate penalty,” Musk said in a Wednesday X post. Musk was reacting to a post by another X account that shared a video of Vindman accusing the Tesla CEO of having ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and claiming Musk only supported President-elect Donald Trump in the 2024 election because Putin told him to. “We are under attack,” Vindman said in the video. “Russia has been using different levers, whether that’s corruption networks — in this case, it’s influencers like Donald Trump, like Elon Musk, to really, kind of, sow discord.” “It’s particularly troubling with Elon Musk in this case, because Elon Musk has access to State secrets. He has top secret security clearance. It’s possible that some of that is seeping through,” Vindman continued. The former Director for European Affairs went on to claim, “Putin has been very effective in playing both Trump and Elon, and he’s been using the richest man in the world to do his bidding.” “In some cases that’s encouraging him probably to support Donald Trump. That’s not speculation. We see how far in Elon has gone,” Vindman asserted. Vindman also accused Musk of using X “as a disinformation platform, adding, “This is not some sort of far off distant threat. This is going to impact our elections, it’s a national security threat.” This is not the first time Vindman has publicly attacked Musk. In August, Vindman issued a warning to Musk following the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, saying he “should be nervous” about being next. “While Durov holds French citizenship, is arrested for violating French law, this has broader implications for other social media, including Twitter,” Vindman wrote at the time. “There’s a growing intolerance for platforming disinfo & malign influence & a growing appetite for accountability,” he added. “Musk should be nervous.” Notably, Vindman testified against then-President Trump during the November 2019 House impeachment hearings, claiming the 45th president was withholding military aid to Ukraine in exchange for dirt on then-presidential candidate Joe Biden. In September, Vindman’s wife, Rachel Vindman, mocked the second assassination attempt on Trump’s life. Alana Mastrangelo is a reporter for Breitbart News. You can follow her on Facebook and X at @ARmastrangelo , and on Instagram .
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In the ever-evolving landscape of online content creation, stories like Jack's serve as a reminder of the highs and lows that come with pursuing a career in the digital age. While the path may be unpredictable and fraught with obstacles, the key is to adapt, evolve, and never lose sight of one's passion and purpose.
Frankie Grande is embracing sister Ariana Grande ’s Wicked character, Glinda. “So what movie are you seeing today?” a movie theater employee asked Frankie, 41, in a video posted to social media on Saturday, November 23. The camera panned to Frankie, who rocked a Glinda-inspired pink sequined suit. While eating from a box of Wicked -themed popcorn, Frankie hesitated before replying. “ Gladiator II ,” he finally said. “ Denzel [Washington] really blew me away 😂😂,” he captioned the upload. (Washington, 69, stars in Gladiator II alongside Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal .) A post shared by Frankie James Grande (@frankiejgrande) One day before Frankie’s TikTok, both Wicked and Gladiator II hit theaters. Before Wicked ’s release, Frankie took to Instagram to gush over his sister while sharing photos from the Los Angeles premiere of the movie. “From the moment I came home from college and told you about this new musical called Wicked , after seeing it in previews, to us running backstage with Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel when you were 10 years old at the Gershwin theater to you telling me you were being cast as Glinda and we started sobbing on the bathroom floor to this unbelievable premiere moment in Los Angeles,” he wrote earlier this month. “I am so happy, excited, and overjoyed to say that you are Glinda the good,” he continued. “I am so proud of you and I love you so much. This journey has been beautiful and long and I am so thrilled that very soon the entire world will get to see this finished masterpiece for the ages. 🥹.” Based on the beloved Broadway show , Wicked — which premieres in two parts — centers around Elphaba ( Cynthia Erivo ) and Glinda (Ariana). The pair, who meet at Shiz University, transition from rivals to unlikely friends. The film also stars Ethan Slater as Boq, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard, Marissa Bode as Nessarose and Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond. You have successfully subscribed. By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from Us Weekly Check our latest news in Google News Check our latest news in Apple News While reflecting on the auditioning process, Ariana, 31, candidly called it a “challenge” during an appearance on a November episode of the “Sentimental Man” podcast. “It has to be earned. Anything on this scale, being a part of anything, it’s not just given because they know for one thing,” she said at the time. “So, it’s fun to kind of have the challenge of reframing people’s perception and doing the work to earn your way back into the other spaces.” Wicked: Part One is in theaters now while Wicked: Part Two will premiere on November 21, 2025.The launch of the "Strengthening Computing Power, Empowering Intelligence" initiative represents a major milestone in Liaoning's efforts to become a leader in AI innovation and digital transformation. By bringing together ten key departments in a collaborative effort, the province is signaling its commitment to leveraging the power of AI to drive economic growth, improve public services, and enhance quality of life for its residents. With a strong foundation in computing power and a clear focus on empowering intelligence, Liaoning is poised to usher in a new era of innovation and prosperity for the province and its people.