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Melania Trump’s Epstein denial stirs questions about motive and timing
politics19 hours ago

Melania Trump’s Epstein denial stirs questions about motive and timing

Melania Trump publicly denies any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, stating she and Donald Trump were invited to the same parties but she had no relationship; the statement, delivered as Washington focuses on the Iran situation, left reporters baffled about the motive and whether Trump knew in advance. The episode highlights ongoing scrutiny of Epstein’s circle, with past ties noted (she attended Epstein events, including at Mar-a-Lago) and a 2002 email exchange with Maxwell later referenced in reporting.

Mandelson faces £300 street-urination fine as address hunt stalls notice
politics22 hours ago

Mandelson faces £300 street-urination fine as address hunt stalls notice

Former UK minister Peter Mandelson, sacked as the UK ambassador to the US last year and under criminal investigation over Epstein-related ties, could face a £300 fixed penalty for urinating in a London street; Kensington and Chelsea Council cannot locate a valid address to issue the notice, so the fine has not yet been issued, and it could drop to £150 if paid within two weeks.

Epstein survivors slam Melania Trump for shifting burden as hearings proposed
politics23 hours ago

Epstein survivors slam Melania Trump for shifting burden as hearings proposed

Dozens of Epstein survivors condemn Melania Trump for calling on Congress to hold hearings with victims, saying it shifts responsibility onto survivors while demanding accountability from those in power and transparency from the DOJ; Trump denies any relationship with Epstein and urges an inquiry, as survivors push for ongoing investigations and the release of remaining Epstein files.

Ceasefire Under Pressure: Iran Tensions, USPS Cash Crisis, Artemis II Nears Splashdown
world23 hours ago

Ceasefire Under Pressure: Iran Tensions, USPS Cash Crisis, Artemis II Nears Splashdown

The U.S.-Iran ceasefire remains fragile as Tehran denies violations and Trump questions the Strait of Hormuz reopening, with ongoing drone attacks and Lebanon-Israel tensions complicating peace talks in Pakistan. Survivors dispute the Pentagon’s account of the Kuwait attack that killed six U.S. soldiers, while a separate immigration ruling advances Mahmoud Khalil’s removal. Back home, USPS declares a severe cash crunch, suspends employer pension contributions to save about $2.5 billion, and weighs delivery cuts and stamp hikes. Additional headlines include Melania Trump denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and NASA’s Artemis II nearing its Pacific splashdown.

Melania’s Epstein denial stirs debate over motive and distraction
politics1 day ago

Melania’s Epstein denial stirs debate over motive and distraction

First Lady Melania Trump delivered a forceful denial of any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, insisting she never had a relationship with him despite social overlap with Epstein and Trump. The timing and tone of the remarks are read by some as a preemptive move to shape coverage amid tensions over Iran, while she urged Congress to hold hearings for Epstein survivors, a call that sparked bipartisan attention and further speculation about motives and potential new disclosures.

Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties and Urges Survivor Hearings
politics1 day ago

Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties and Urges Survivor Hearings

First Lady Melania Trump publicly denies any association with Jeffrey Epstein, stating she never met or aided him and that the encounters were purely social in a large New York/Palm Beach circle, defends her reputation, notes apologies to outlets that spread false claims, and urges Congress to hold public, sworn hearings so Epstein survivors can testify and help establish the truth.

Bondi to miss House deposition in Epstein investigation
politics2 days ago

Bondi to miss House deposition in Epstein investigation

The Department of Justice says former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not appear for a scheduled House deposition on the Epstein files because she is no longer AG; the interview, set for April 14, will be coordinated with her personal counsel, and while some Republicans want her to testify, Democrats warn of possible enforcement actions if she does not appear.

Laura Dern to play Miami Herald reporter in Epstein investigation limited series from Adam McKay
television11 days ago

Laura Dern to play Miami Herald reporter in Epstein investigation limited series from Adam McKay

Laura Dern will star as Miami Herald investigative reporter Julie K. Brown in an untitled limited series about the Jeffrey Epstein case, produced by Adam McKay and Sony Pictures TV. The show adapts Brown’s reporting and her 2021 book, detailing years-long efforts that exposed Epstein’s plea deal and helped spur arrests; the project is seeking a buyer and has not begun production.

SNL UK Sends Prince Andrew Back to 1997 With a 29-Year Plan
television13 days ago

SNL UK Sends Prince Andrew Back to 1997 With a 29-Year Plan

SNL UK’s second cold open spoofed Prince Andrew, retelling his 1997-era mission with MI5 to make Prince Charles more likable for his future kingship, even tying in Jeffrey Epstein and Peter Mandelson. The sketch climaxes with the line about befriending Epstein and the reveal of the code word “Pizza Express Woking” to exit the plan. Jamie Dornan hosts in the UK debut hosted by a non‑American, while the show airs on Sky One with Peacock carrying it in the US the following day.

Epstein survivors sue DOJ and Google for privacy breaches in released files
us-crime-and-justice14 days ago

Epstein survivors sue DOJ and Google for privacy breaches in released files

A class-action filed in Northern California accuses the Justice Department and Google of exposing victim-identifying information in Epstein-related files released in 2025–26, allegedly outing about 100 survivors and enabling further publication by Google. The DOJ says it has removed documents flagged for redaction and continues reviewing for privacy protections, while survivors say the ongoing online publication and low redaction accuracy retraumatizes victims and endangers them.