This week on Legally Us, Rachael Bennett, a certified family law specialist and senior attorney at Sullivan Law & Associates, breaks down Tyra Banks’ lawsuit against Netflix after her participation in Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, the platform’s docuseries about the long-running competition series. Banks, 52, filed the lawsuit against the streaming giant on Saturday, June 13, accusing Netflix of defamation and editing her interviews to support a false narrative. “It’s actually a really interesting claim, because generally documentary producers enjoy broad creative agency over how to edit and how to put together footage, and that’s all under…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Luigi Mangione has abruptly withdrawn the psychiatric defense that threatened to become a central battleground in his upcoming murder trial over the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, according to new court filings obtained Thursday.In a one-sentence letter to the court, Mangione’s attorneys informed Judge Gregory Carro that they were withdrawing a previously filed notice signaling plans to pursue a psychiatric-based defense in his state case. The filing offered no explanation for the sudden reversal.The move comes two weeks after court proceedings focused on the defense strategy were conducted under seal, sparking…

President Trump shockingly claimed that the controversial memorandum of understanding with Iran “probably” amounts to unconditional surrender from Tehran as he grapples with a GOP revolt over the preliminary deal. Back in March, during the early days of Operation Epic Fury, Trump publicly insisted that he would not cut a deal with Iran unless it agreed to an unconditional surrender. “Well, but really it probably is unconditional surrender,” Trump told Axios reporter Mark Caputo, per a preview clip of their interview. Typically, unconditional surrender has meant that the losing side agrees to all demands. Under the MOU, Iran is getting…

On National Sushi Day, June 18, all eyes are on Ventura Boulevard’s legendary “Sushi Row,” a roughly 18-mile stretch through Studio City that food historians say helped transform sushi from a niche Japanese delicacy into an American culinary phenomenon. The unassuming corridor reportedly boasts one of the highest concentrations of sushi restaurants outside of Japan, with iconic names like Asanebo, Katsu-Ya, Sushi Note, Brothers Sushi and a long list of others. It is the birthplace of the modern “Trust Me” omakase, which helped popularize spicy tuna crispy rice, and is home to a culinary diaspora. The affordable rents of Valley…

Volodymyr Zelenskyy told EU leaders at a Brussels summit that Ukraine’s process to join the European Union must be fast-tracked as the country has paid the ultimate price for it. “Ukraine merits it because it has paid more than any other European country for its right to be free, independent and European,” he said. “It is also the right of other nations to be independent from Russia,” he added. Addressing European leaders, Zelenskyy highlighted Ukraine’s military experience, arguing that its defence capabilities are crucial for Europe’s future and could become a key factor in accelerating Kyiv’s path towards EU membership.…

The fire chief of a village in central Saskatchewan that battled blazes last year says a new fire grant announced by the province is not sufficient to meet the needs of his community. The FireSmart Grant Program was announced last week by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) and aims to provide $40,000 to communities to obtain a FireSmart designation, which recognizes communities that have taken proactive measures to prepare for fires.But Jim Arnold, chief of the volunteer fire department in Candle Lake, Sask., a village located over two hours northeast of Saskatoon, says his community has been waiting for…

June 19, 2026 — 10:27amSaveYou have reached your maximum number of saved items.Remove items from your saved list to add more.AAAThe wife of football legend Tony Modra says her husband might not be “the same good-looking” man he once was, but that he was “going okay” after his cattle truck crashed into a tree.Modra, 57, was driving his truck along Range Road, Back Valley, about 10 kilometres west of Victor Harbor in South Australia on Thursday evening when he crashed, suffering serious injuries. Tony Modra in 2024.GettyModra, who owns a cattle farm at Waitpinga, south of Victor Harbor, was the sole…

Broadcaster Rafael van der Vaart is apologizing after causing controversy with an offensive comment about Team Japan at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. “It was never my intention to offend, hurt or discriminate against anyone. I oppose racism in all its forms and have respect for people of every background, ethnicity and culture,” van der Vaart said in a statement obtained by People on Thursday, June 18. He continued, “I understand that some people may have found my words offensive or hurtful. I sincerely regret that. If my comment has caused pain or upset, I would like to offer my…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An irate customer who went viral for scolding a father inside a gas station’s women’s restroom while he was helping his two young daughters has been fired by a Mississippi real estate firm.In a social media post, the Starkville, Mississippi-based Overstreet Properties said it was aware of videos circulating online showing a man who worked as an independent contractor for the firm.”The conduct depicted in the video does not reflect the values of Overstreet Properties or the standards we expect of those who represent our organization,” the post stated. “Our focus remains…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! House GOP Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain, R-Mich., rebuked a school board in Richmond, Michigan, after some of its members tried to remove a conservative colleague for missing meetings while on military deployment to the Middle East.Ray Steir, who received an American flag and a copy of the Congressional Record from McClain on Thursday as a commendation of his work, had been on deployment, attending board meetings remotely, but eventually lost virtual access.That’s when the board called for his removal, citing a “disservice” caused by his absence.”One of the board members’ family was…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Three-time Team USA Olympic softball gold medalist Leah O’Brien-Amico says she believes she would have written a Bible verse on a Pride Night cap if she had been made to wear one in a game.”I believe I would,” Amico told Fox News Digital when asked if she’d write a Bible verse on the cap.”I believe that in some ways I feel like it would be similar to saying everybody should have to wear a cross on their jersey, but I would never expect that with my teammates that don’t believe the same…

North Hollywood residents woke up Thursday to a costly mess after a brazen thief tore through a neighborhood street overnight, smashing windows and rifling through vehicles in a crime spree that left nearly 20 parked cars damaged. The overnight rampage unfolded along Erwin Street near Cahuenga Boulevard, where shattered glass covered sidewalks and vehicle interiors by sunrise. A long row of cars appeared to have been targeted, leaving frustrated residents to assess the damage. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers received a report around 5 a.m. of someone breaking into vehicles in the area. One victim told NBCLA…

An iconic West Hollywood restaurant has been taken over by a massive “slime monster” as part of the promotion for the upcoming animated movie “Minions and Monsters” from Illumination. Drivers heading down Sunset Boulevard will get more than an eyeful as they pass the 50-year-old Carney’s Train to see the whole place has been taken over by the creature named Irene. The 80ft creation almost completely covers it and is filled with tons of little yellow Minion characters along with 14 animatronic eyeballs that move around and watch you, bringing the creature to life, according to an Instagram message from…

Published on 18/06/2026 – 15:58 GMT+2 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has downplayed a blistering attack by US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth who described European allies as “shameful” for not helping the US in the war in Iran. Hegseth was in Brussels for a meeting of NATO defence ministers, where he informed allies the Pentagon will review the number of US forces in Europe within the next six months. Announcing the details of what he described as “NATO 3.0”, Hegseth also told allies the US would reduce its contributions to overall NATO budget if countries weren’t on track to…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size For the Scalzo family, time together has taken on a new meaning. After a life-changing diagnosis a few years ago, Rick Scalzo is back home for good — something they weren’t always sure would be possible.After months of intense treatment, the family celebrated a remission. But the relief didn’t last long. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won’t miss a trending story. The cancer returned in 2024, and doctors told him a stem cell transplant was his best chance.“I think it’s…