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Addison Raeconsistently pushes the boundaries of fashion with her style, and her latest look in a structural micro minidress truly defies imagination. Embracing a bold, body-conscious silhouette, she donned an avant-garde creation that felt more like a wearable sculpture than a conventional dress. The official Instagram page for Perfect Magazine posted a snap of her look as the cover of a carousel posted on February 26.

Addison Rae stuns in structural Jean Paul Gaultier micro minidress for Perfect Magazine shoot

Addison Rae donned a micro minidress for her Perfect Magazine photoshoot. The dress played with proportion, balance, and negative space. Rendered in red-and-white horizontal stripes, the look nodded subtly to nautical influences, a long-standing Gaultier signature. The cropped, sculptural upper portion framed the body with dramatic curves and cutouts, creating an almost gravity-defying effect. Rather than draping traditionally, the fabric held its shape, forming bold contours that extended away from the torso.

The skirt mirrored the exaggerated structure, curving away from the hips in a rounded, three-dimensional silhouette. The rigid, inflated appearance challenged expectations of how fabric should move and sit on the body, transforming the dress into a statement about form as much as fashion. Despite its experimental design, the piece remained strikingly balanced. It highlighted Rae's figure while maintaining a sense of playful artistry. The dress is Look 16 fromJean Paul Gaultier's Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection.

The "Diet Pepsi" singer kept her accessories minimal to avoid distracting from the dress. The dramatic torso cutout spotlighted her belly button piercing. She wore her red hair in soft, tousled waves with a side part. She posed with one hand on her waist and another behind her head. Her makeup was simple, with defined eyebrows, rosy blush, and a muted, dusty lipshade.

In the second photo of the carousel, the songstress wore theChloe Ruched Rose-Print Bodysuit. It is a look from the brand's Summer 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection. The neckline features a panel of water-resistant lace as well as a bow detail. The piece is currently retailing for $950.

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Cindy Crawford Shares JFK Jr.'s Handwritten Note Praising Her Iconic

Cindy Crawford is sharing a sweet social media tribute to the late John F. Kennedy Jr.

John F. Kennedy Jr.; Cindy CrawfordCredit: Barry King/WireImage; Taylor Hill/FilmMagic

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The model, who graced the inaugural cover of his magazine George, said Ryan Murphy's new FX series Love Story brought back the memory
"JFK Jr. was visionary—putting Cindy Crawford as George Washington on the launch cover was bold and ahead of its time," one fan said

Cindy Crawfordhas fond memories of working with the lateJohn F. Kennedy, Jr.

On Thursday, Feb. 26, the 60-year-old model and actress reflected on being the first person to grace the cover of Kennedy'sGeorgemagazine, which was in publication from 1995 until 2001.

"Taking a trip down memory lane with@lovestoryfx…," she began in the caption of herInstagram post, referencing the newRyan MurphyFX drama series that chronicles the romance between Kennedy and his late wife,Carolyn Bessette Kennedy.

John F. Kennedy Jr. — press conference in NYC for the launch of the political magazine 'George

"1995 — the inaugural cover of JFK Jr'sGeorge Magazine, shot by the one and only Herb Ritts. Not just politics as usual," Crawford continued, referencing the magazine's iconic tagline.

Her post started with a shot of Kennedy at a press conference forGeorgemagazine, held at Federal Hall in New York City on Sept. 7, 1995.

In addition to his political work, the attorney, publisher and journalist was best known as the son of the 35th U.S. president,John F. Kennedy,and First LadyJacqueline Kennedy.

As Crawford's photo carousel continued, she also shared a shot of herself dressed as a fashionable George Washington — donning butter yellow trousers and a cropped ruffled blouse paired with a frock coat in coordinating colors.

The model pulled her look together with an ash blonde wig reminiscent of the hairpiece worn by the nation's first president.

The carousel also included a photo of Kennedy holding a copy of the inauguralGeorgemagazine, followed by a video of him explaining its concept during a CNN appearance with Larry King.

"We're about the intersection of politics and popular culture," he said at the time. "And we're calledGeorge, and a part of it is, you know, Cindy Crawford is sort of the symbol of American commercialism, in a way, as well as being a very capable businesswoman."

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Kennedy continued, "But if that's the concept that you're about, then that's what we wanted to put on and not really shy away from it, and put an illustration."

Crawford's post ended with a handwritten message to Ritts, praising the photographer for the finished product.

"Herb," Kennedy began. "Here's the cover. It reflects hours of debating over what words and how many words to obscure your beautiful image. We hope you liked it. Talk soon, John K."

FX's Love Story — Season 1, Ep. 4 — Paul Anthony Kelly as JFK Jr., Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn BessetteCredit: FX

"JFK Jr. was visionary—putting Cindy Crawford as George Washington on the launch cover was bold and ahead of its time. Today's generation would have loved that fusion of pop culture and politics," one person commented.

In Murphy's new series, which sees Paul Anthony Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon star as JFK Jr. and Carolyn, respectively, there is mention ofGeorgemagazine's inception.

However, the show mainly focuses on the whirlwind relationship he has with the former publicist who worked for Calvin Klein before their marriage in 1996.

"I know how special Carolyn is to me and I understand how widely beloved she is, so this role comes with a lot of responsibility,"Pidgeon toldVarietyin July 2025.

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Pidgeon added, "I mean, not only how she dressed, but the woman who worked at Calvin Klein and the person that JFK Jr. fell in love with. She's a human being beyond just these pictures. She really resonates with a lot of people, and she certainly does with me."

The real JFK Jr. and Bessette died in an aviation accident along with Carolyn's sister, Lauren Bessette, on July 16, 1999, off the coast of Martha's Vineyard.

Love Storyis now streaming on Hulu.

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Deaths on a boat off Cuba spotlight Florida anti-government groups

MIAMI (AP) — Astolen boat, with 10 people aboard, loaded with weapons, departs the Florida Keys but gunfire erupts before reaching Cuba. The explanation, according to the Cuban government, is the men aboard were terrorists who wanted to infiltrate the country.

The dock where a 1981 Pro Line boat was reported stolen from the Florida Keys Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio walks to give a declaration about a deadly boating shooting in Cuba waters, in Havana, Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa)

Cuba Boat Shooting

The fatal shooting broke out Wednesday amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Cuba. The ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has led the Trump administration to take a more aggressive stance toward the country's longstanding ideological nemesis in Latin America. It shines fresh attention on the deep-rooted freedom movement among Cuban exiles in south Florida, including some fringe elements who have long sought a violent overthrow of the island's communist leadership.

Armed raids, provocative publicity stunts and protests blurring the lines of legality stretch back decades in the Florida straits. Many of them are led by hard-liner exiles, some who fought in Fidel Castro's guerrilla army that took power in 1959 before breaking ranks when the popular leader converted Cuba into a Soviet satellite.

But such confrontational tactics have faded since the Cold War, leaving many in Miami to speculate the armed incursion was a fabrication of Cuba's intelligence agencies.

"Cuban Americans today are, whether on the left or on the right, really focused on trying to influence U.S. policy rather than thinking that somehow paramilitary action by small groups are gonna overthrow the Cuban government," said William LeoGrande, an American University government professor who specializes in Cuba.

The shooting left four dead and many questions. Cuba's government said most of the people on the boat were violent criminals. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who rose to prominence surrounded by the Cuban exile politics of Miami, was quick to cast doubt on the Cuban account, saying that the U.S. would investigate what he described as a "highly unusual" sea shootout.

Late Friday, top officials with Cuba's Ministry of the Interior unveiled theitems they said were aboard the boat, including a dozen high-powered weapons and more than 12,800 pieces of ammunition.

Anti-Cuban government groups ebb and flow

The counter-revolutionary groups — with names like Alpha 66 and Omega 7 — were always small in number but were at their strongest in the 1970s and '80s. Their influence receded as the Reagan administration arrested their leaders for violent attacks on U.S. soil, like an assassination plot targeting Castro during his 1979 visit to the United Nations and the shooting death a year later of a Cuban diplomat in New York.

Antonio Tang joined Alpha 66 shortly after fleeing Cuba and going into exile in Canada in 1981.

He trained in weapons and guerrilla tactics with the volunteer group at a camp in the Everglades called Rumbo Sur — Direction South. Many of its actions were over before they started, he said.

"We were kind of amateurs — and no match for the Cuban military and interior ministry," said Tang. "They always knew in advance what we were doing. Many folks ended up in jail."

Ernesto Díaz, deputy secretary general of Alpha 66, described the 10 men as martyrs.

"It is an act of compassion for a Cuban people who are suffering," Diaz, 86, said. "It was a sacrifice that has demonstrated the nobility and sensitivity towards freedom in Cuba."

Cuban attempts to co-opt groups

Former Cuban intelligence officer Enrique Garcia said a well-funded Cuban intelligence department — called Q-2 — spent decades co-opting armed resistance groups. In some cases, Cuban agents would fund weapon purchases and drive unsuspecting exiles into plots.

Agents infiltrated Brothers to the Rescue, which lost four members in 1996 when Cuban fighter jets shot down their airplanes in the Florida straits.

"This strategy —seemingly still in place— sought to portray the Cuban exile community as extremist and link the U.S. government and agencies to such activities," said Garcia, who defected to the U.S. in 1989. "The U.S. intelligence community is aware and must have documented in its archives that this was a permanent modus operandi of the Cuban intelligence service."

Garcia said he can't remember any covert act of the sort Cuba has denounced in at least three decades.

He also finds the timing of the attack suspicious. The Trump administration has asserted almost unprecedented pressure on Havana to open its economy and relinquish almost seven decades of single-party rule.

Families give an incomplete picture

Marina Luz Padron, whose ex-husband, Hector Cruz Correa, was among those reported killed, appealed for privacy as the family mourns. She described her ex-husband as an excellent father to their 4-year-old child, who still hasn't been told about his fate.

"If he went to Cuba it was because he wanted freedom for his country," Padron told The Associated Press in a brief interview.

Other family members spoke to Spanish language influencers in Miami describing their loved ones as peaceful and far removed from what Cuban officials denounced as a "terrorist" incursion.

Ibrahim Bosch, president of the Republican Party of Cuba, another exile group, said that Michel Ortega Casanova, one of those killed, was the leader of his party in Tampa for a while until he requested to be replaced so he could spend more time to with his family.

"He was an excellent person, very hardworking, very dedicated to his family," Bosch said. "He always had the hope of freedom for Cuba."

But Florida resident Misael Ortega Casanova said his brother — an American citizen who has lived in the U.S. for more than 20 years and still agonizes over the suffering that Cubans endure — was on an "obsessive and diabolical" quest for Cuba's freedom.

"They became so obsessed that they didn't think about the consequences nor their own lives," Misael told The Associated Press.

Catalini reported from Morrisville, Pennsylvania.

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Argentina Senate approves Milei-backed labor reform

BUENOS AIRES, Feb 27 - Argentina's Senate on Friday approved a labor reform backed by President Javier Milei, giving it final ‌clearance to become law and landing the libertarian leader one ‌of his most significant legislative wins.

Milei's administration argues the reform, which passed with 42 votes in favor, 28 against, and two abstentions, will spur investment and create formal jobs, while labor unions contend it weakens worker protections, including the right to strike.

The reform is expected to bolster investor confidence in Milei's market-driven ‌reforms.

Passage of the bill is ⁠seen by analysts as a signal that Milei has the political backing to advance his broader free‑market agenda.

Since taking ⁠office, Milei has stabilized the exchange rate and sharply cooled inflation, bringing monthly price increases down from double digits to 2.9% in January, gaining accolades from the International Monetary Fund.

One of the bill's most contentious provisions establishes an ‌employer-financed severance fund consisting of contributions currently earmarked for the national pension system. The change could make it easier for companies to lay off workers and opposition lawmakers say the fund would impact the pension system's resources.

The reform also relaxes hiring rules, changes the vacation system, allows the standard ‌workday to be extended from eight to 12 hours, and permits salaries to be paid in foreign currency.

Unions, which have mounted protests including a nationwide strike, object to ‌new limits on the right to strike that require essential services to maintain minimum operations during work stoppages.

The labor reform is one of several legislative priorities for Milei's administration. Lawmakers are also advancing changes to ‌the law protecting Andean glaciers, a move the government says will unlock mining investment and which environmental groups strongly oppose.

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Sheinbaum says FIFA will visit Mexico to assess World Cup security and mobility

MEXICO CITY (AP) —FIFArepresentatives will visit Mexico soon to assess security and mobility issues for theWorld Cup, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Friday.

Akron Stadium, a venue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stands in Guadalajara, Mexico, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)

A burned vehicle blocks a road leading to Tapalpa, Mexico, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, a day after the Mexican army killed Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as

Mexico Akron Stadium

The country's ability to co-host the World Cup has been under scrutiny this week following the violence that erupted after the army killed powerful drug lordNemesio Oseguera Cervanteson Sunday.

The operation and its violent repercussions claimed the lives of 70 people. Cartel members set cars on fire to block streets in states across the country, particularly in cities in Jalisco state, among them Guadalajara which is scheduled to host four World Cup matches.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino told Sheinbaum in a phone call on Thursday that he has "full confidence" in Mexico as a World Cup host.

Sheinbaum backed that up on Friday in her daily briefing.

"He assured me that the World Cup would be held in our country," she said. "We agreed that a FIFA team would definitely come to review several issues. We've been working on this for a long time but the issue of security is particularly important, of course."

Sheinbaum did not provide dates of the visit.

"I told him (Infantino) that Sunday was a special situation and that we have returned to normal, with all the safety measures that have been in place for some time now, so they can rest assured," she said.

Even though Sheinbaum said things were going back to normal, security concerns for Guadalajara remained. World Aquatics canceled a Diving World Cup scheduled for next week near Guadalajara.

Sheinbaum said the government sports authority CONADE was trying to convince World Aquatics to move the meet to another city in Mexico.

"We're working with them to try and get this international tournament back," the president added. "We still have faith that we can get this tournament back."

In regard to mobility, the three cities in Mexico hosting World Cup matches were still trying to resolve issues almost 100 days before the first match on June 11 at Azteca Stadium.

In Mexico City, work was ongoing to improve a light rail line that was the fastest way to head toward Azteca. In Monterrey, the subway train was still being built. The Guadalajara stadium lacks public transportation although it boasts a large open parking lot.

"(Infantino) also asked me to look at the issue of traffic in the three cities in order to guarantee the mobility of all those who will be attending the stadiums and so on, among other issues that we are working on," Sheinbaum. said.

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Ariana Grandewill not be attending the Actor Awards this year. The actress/singer was nominated for her performance inWicked: For Good, but can't make it to the awards ceremony as she is busy with rehearsals for her upcoming tour.

Ariana Grande earned a nomination nod thanks to her Wicked: For Good role

This nomination is among several accolades Ariana earned for her performance as Glinda. Despite theobvious Oscar snubof Wicked: For Good, Ariana and co-star Cynthia Erivo still enjoyed critical acclaim for their work as the iconic Oz duo.

However, according toPEOPLE, despite her nomination, Ariana is too busy with rehearsals for her upcoming Eternal Sunshine tour. The singer is set to officially kick off the tour in June. And it might be herlast one for a while. She mentioned that another tour might not happen for a "long, long, long, long time."

She'll soon be focusing on more acting roles, both on the movie screen and on the stage. She's set to star in the Ben Stiller Focker In-Law comedy, a sequel to his famous Meet the Parents franchise. She's alsogoing to starwith beloved Wicked co-starJonathan Baileyin the revival of Sunday in the Park with George. The show will be premiering in London.

For now though, Ariana focusing on the tour, which will prevent her from joining the other celebrities at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 1. The Actor's Awards will be aired on Netflix and hosted by Kristen Bell.

Alongside her nomination at the Actor's Awards, Ariana was also nominated for her work as Glinda at the Critics Choice Awards and the Golden Globe Awards.

Wicked: For Good will be streaming on Peacock this March.

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How to watch the SAG Actor Awards 2026: Where to stream, full nominee list, who's presenting and more

It's time for the Actor Awards! Before the 2026 Oscars celebrate the best films of the year — and the people who made them — the SAG Actor Awards celebrate the best acting performances of 2025 across film and TV.One Battle After Anotherleads the pack of film nominees with seven nods.The Studioleads for TV with five. Kristen Bell is hosting for the third time. The whole thing, including a red carpet pre-show, will stream live on Netflix. Here's what you need to know to watch the Actor Awards this year.

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When are the 2026 Actor Awards?

The 2026 Actor Awards are this Sunday, March 1.

Actor Awards 2026 start time:

The Actor Awards will kick off at 8 p.m. PT/5 p.m. PT this Sunday. Prior to the show, the red carpet will roll out around 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT. The official Netflix Actor Awards pre-show will begin at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.

What channel are the Actor Awards on?

The Actor Awards will stream live on Netflix. Don't have Netflix? Here's a fewways to get Netflix for free.

How to watch the Actor Awards live:

Who is hosting the 2026 Actor Awards?

Kristen Bell will host the awards for the third time.The Nobody Wants Thisstar plans to put a positive spin on her hosting role.

"I don't roast. It's not in me," Bell told Deadline in aninterviewabout her game plan. "If I'm going to roast anyone, it's going to be me. That's what's funniest to me. So it will be light and goofy and hopefully still make you laugh. But I want everyone to feel welcome."

2026 Actor Awards presenters:

The full list of presenters at this year's Actor Awards has yet to be announced. However, we do know that Bridgerton's Season 4 diamond, Yerin Ha, will serve asthis year's Ambassador, providing fans with "exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the awards ceremony."

Harrison Ford will receive this year's Life Achievement Award.

Who votes for the SAG Actor Awards?

The Actor Awards (previously known as the SAG Awards), are voted on by SAG-AFTRA's members. The Actor Awards currently has the largest voting body on the awards circuit.

Actor Awards 2026 nominations:

Film Nominations

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture

Frankenstein
Hamnet
Marty Supreme
One Battle After Another
Sinners

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role

Jessie Buckley, Hamnet
Rose Byrne, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You
Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue
Chase Infiniti, One Battle After Another
Emma Stone, Bugonia

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role

Timothée Chalamet, Marty Supreme
Leonardo DiCaprio, One Battle After Another
Ethan Hawke, Blue Moon
Michael B. Jordan, Sinners
Jesse Plemons, Bugonia

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role

Odessa A'zion, Marty Supreme
Ariana Grande, Wicked: For Good
Amy Madigan, Weapons
Wunmi Mosaku, Sinners
Teyana Taylor, One Battle After Another

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

Miles Caton, Sinners
Benicio del Toro, One Battle After Another
Jacob Elordi, Frankenstein
Paul Mescal, Hamnet
Sean Penn, One Battle After Another

Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture

F1
Frankenstein
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
One Battle After Another
Sinners

Series Nominations

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series

The Diplomat
Landman
The Pitt
Severance
The White Lotus

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series

Britt Lower, Severance
Parker Posey, The White Lotus
Keri Russell, The Diplomat
Rhea Seehorn, Pluribus
Aimee Lou Wood, The White Lotus

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series

Sterling K. Brown, Paradise
Billy Crudup, The Morning Show
Walton Goggins, The White Lotus
Gary Oldman, Slow Horses
Noah Wyle, The Pitt

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series

Abbott Elementary
The Bear
Hacks
Only Murders in the Building
The Studio

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series

Kathryn Hahn, The Studio
Catherine O'Hara, The Studio
Jenna Ortega, Wednesday
Jean Smart, Hacks
Kristen Wiig, Palm Royale

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series

Ike Barinholtz, The Studio
Adam Brody, Nobody Wants This
Ted Danson, A Man on the Inside
Seth Rogen, The Studio
Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series

Claire Danes, The Beast in Me
Erin Doherty, Adolescence
Sarah Snook, All Her Fault
Christine Tremarco, Adolescence
Michelle Williams, Dying for Sex

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series

Jason Bateman, Black Rabbit
Owen Cooper, Adolescence
Stephen Graham, Adolescence
Charlie Hunnam, Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Matthew Rhys, The Beast in Me

Outstanding Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Television Series

Andor
Landman
The Last of Us
Squid Game
Stranger Things

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Sarah Ferguson could face police questioning as key witness if she returns to UK after Andrew arrest: experts

Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, could face renewed scrutiny when she returns to the United Kingdom following the arrest of her ex-husband, formerPrince Andrew, according to royal experts.

The former prince, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, 66,was arrested Feb. 19on suspicion of misconduct in public office as part of an inquiry linked to his ties with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He was released after 11 hours, has not been charged and denies any wrongdoing.

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Meanwhile, the 66-year-old Duchess of York has kept a low profile in recent months andher current whereabouts remainunknown. TheU.K.'s DailyMailreported that Ferguson was last seen leaving Royal Lodge, Andrew's former 30-room mansion, in September. Although they divorced in 1996, the pair continued living on the property.

According to People magazine, the duchess reportedly planned to spend a few months overseas — leading royal watchers to speculate over what could await her upon areturn to Britain.

While Ferguson has not been accused of any wrongdoing and no arrest warrant has been issued, legal and royal experts told Fox News Digital that her homecoming could still draw fresh attention to her own past ties to Epstein and raise new questions about whether authorities may seek her cooperation as a witness.

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A split of Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew.

Simarjot Singh Judge, managing partner atJudge Law,said there was little basis for assuming any immediate action by authorities if Ferguson were to return to the U.K. "If there is no arrest warrant, bail condition, or active requirement to attend an interview, the most likely 'first thing' is simply that nothing happens at the border beyond standard entry checks," he explained.

"In the U.K., an arrest generally requires reasonable suspicion of an offense and is typically carried out bypolice when necessary and proportionate," Judge continued. "If police wanted to speak to her, the usual starting point would be contact via lawyers to request a voluntary interview or statement — especially for high-profile cases."

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Judge also urged caution regarding online chatter about a possible arrest and weighed in on any potential legal hurdles that Ferguson could face.

Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew, Duke of York standing together and smiling at a racecourse.

"Treat 'arrest rumors' cautiously unless they're backed by credible reporting of a warrant, charge, or formal request," he said. "At the moment, reputable coverage is focused on the wider fallout from the Epstein-linked revelations and on Andrew's situation, not on any formal allegation against Sarah Ferguson."

"Practically, the hurdles, if any, would depend on whether authorities consider her a witness, a person of interest, or neither," Judge added. "Without a warrant or formal process, there's no automatic legal 'trap door' upon arrival."

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However, royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital that it was widely believed authorities would be interested in speaking with Ferguson upon her return to the U.K. despite the lack of an arrest warrant.

"While I'm not a lawyer, mostlegal analystsbelieve upon her return to the U.K., it would be highly likely she'd be contacted and interviewed as a key relevant witness by either prosecutors or police, but currently there isn't any arrest warrant and to date she has not been referred to as a suspect," Fordwich said. "This though, as we saw with both Andrew and Mandelson, could change at any minute."

A split of Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein.

Days after Andrew's arrest, British policearrested former U.K. Ambassadorto the U.S. Peter Mandelson on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to allegations he improperly shared sensitive government information with Epstein. He was later released on bail pendingfurther investigationand has not been charged.

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Judge shared his opinion on the likelihood that authorities would question Ferguson and whether her potential cooperation would be advantageous for her.

Prince Andrew photographed in the back of a car

"If authorities believe she has relevant information — communications, introductions, timelines, financial context — she could be useful as a witness," he said.

"Cooperation in the U.K. commonly means: providing documents, giving a witness statement, or attending a voluntary interview through solicitors," Judge continued. "If she is genuinely not suspected of wrongdoing, cooperation can help by clarifying facts early, reducing speculation, and demonstrating transparency — without implying liability."

Former Prince Andrew's Removal From Line Of Succession Considered By Uk Government

Sarah Ferguson and ex-Prince Andrew in formal wear with fancy hats looking concerned outdoors.

Fordwich pointed out that as Ferguson does not hold any official royal role, she would not have any special legal protections.

"She is not a working royal, doesn't have HRH status or indeed any formal royal role," Fordwich said. "She doesn't have sovereign immunity or any institutional cover."

"The family has already distanced themselves from her, likewise her former friends and charities," she added. "Mere association with her currently is viewed as totally unacceptable."

Prince William Thought Former Prince Andrew Was An 'Ignoramus' Before King Charles Took Action: Author

Sarah Ferguson wearing a green dress with pink accents

While speaking with Fox News Digital, Judge weighed in on how the royal family would handle media relations if Ferguson's return to the U.K. sparked controversy.

"Most likely strategic distance, with strict message discipline: 'This is a matter for the legal authorities' and 'no comment,'" he said. "The Palace typically avoids anything that looks like intervention in policing or courts. Where needed, they might emphasize that Sarah is a private individual and not a working royal — limiting institutional exposure."

Judge said that Ferguson would need to navigate any potential legal concerns independently.

Prince William's 'Zero Tolerance' Tested As Sarah Ferguson Emails Reveal Crude Comment To Epstein: Expert

"Even with royal proximity, the Palace cannot and should not be seen to influence legal process," he said. "If she needs legal advice, representation, or crisis comms, that is handled privately via her own team. Recent reporting has portrayed her public position and commercial ties as being under pressure, reinforcing that separation."

Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner shared his view regarding why Ferguson had chosen to stay out of the spotlight rather than address the controversy directly.

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"Why has she hidden herself away, probably for fear of being pressurized for spilling the beans, constant media and police surveillance and the fear of becoming a scapegoat," he said.

Judge shared his thoughts on whether Ferguson's choice to remain out of public view was the wisest course of action.

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"Staying out of sight is a common crisis tactic when facts are still emerging and headlines are volatile — especially when there is intense reputational heat and any comment could create new angles," he said. "Some reports suggest she has kept a low profile amid renewed scrutiny."

"Whether it's 'wise' depends on the objective: if the priority is legal prudence and reducing missteps, silence can be sensible," Judge continued. "If the priority is reputation repair, prolonged silence can allow narratives to harden — so many advisers prefer a short, carefully lawyered statement that sets boundaries (no wrongdoing alleged, willingness to assist if asked, focus on private health/family) and then goes quiet again."

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Judge also weighed on whether Ferguson's return to the U.K. might be received as a redemption arc or alternatively, if it could bring renewed attention to some of her past controversies.

"It risks reopening old chapters, especially if timed alongside ongoing news," he said. "A 'redemption' framing generally only works when there is closure and clarity. If public interest is still active, the safer route is a low-drama approach: minimal visibility, measured statements through representatives, and avoiding any appearance of spinning."

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Stephen Colbert Celebrates Trump's SOTU Ratings Drop: 'If I Were CBS, I'd Cancel Him'

Stephen Colbertturned the tables onDonald Trumpon Thursday's (February 26) edition ofThe Late Showby poking fun at the president'sState of the Union ratings.

According to Nielsen figures, Trump's record-breaking 108-minute speech on Tuesday (February 24) averaged 32.6 million viewers, an 11 percent decrease from the 36.6 million who watched his address last year. Colbert was quick to point this out while celebrating his own show's ratings compared to last year's.

"The Nielsen ratings for his speech are in, and Trump's talk-a-thon saw an 11 percent decrease from last year," the late-night host said during Thursday's opening monologue. "Donald Trump is really dragging down broadcast television. I mean, if I were CBS, I'd cancel him."

Last July, CBS announced itwas cancelingThe Late Show, citing financial reasons. The show's final episode is set to air in May. At the time,Trump celebrated the cancelation,writing on Truth Social, "I absolutely love that Colbert got fired. His talent was even less than his ratings."

Colbert returned fire on Thursday night, saying, "But you know, linear television is doomed, and everyone's ratings are going down, right? I'm sorry, what's that? Our ratings were up 7 percent?!"

"Over the same last year? So last year's and this year's? I'm up 7 percent? Holy cow!" he continued as the studio audience chanted his name.

He added, "You know what I think is going on? People may not like watching Trump, but they do like watching me not like watching Trump."

Colbert also compared Trump's SOTU ratings to the recentSuper Bowl, whichaveraged 125.6 million viewers. "I think Trump could have saved the whole thing with a blockbuster halftime show featuring Bad Bernie," he quipped while showing a mock-up photo ofBernie Sandersdressed as Bad Bunny.

Earlier in his monologue, Colbert said, "Allow me to take a moment here to just jam a Capri-Sun straw into your spinal fluid and suck out some of your life force, because I'm still dragging ass and spitting out teeth after Trump's record-breaking 108-minute-long State of the Union on Tuesday."

"I could barely get through it. How did he stay awake that long?" the comedian asked before cutting to a clip of Trump's address where the president said, "I took prescription drugs."

"Refreshing honesty," Colbert quipped.

You can watch Colbert's full opening monologue in the video above and let us know your thoughts below.

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Music Review: K-pop group Blackpink's 'Deadline' is a fantastic, if too short, return to form

For those who love the K-pop girl group: Has a more thrilling phrase than "Blackpink in your area!" ever been uttered by an artist?

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Blinks, the moniker forfans of Blackpink, havebeen waiting for a proper group comeback from the foursome for more than three years. Jisoo, Jennie,Roséand Lisahave been busywithsolo projects,but they only had to say "Jump" last summer for fans to gobble up the hardstyle, Eurodance extravaganza of a single.

Eight months later, they've released a third EP, "Deadline." At five tracks (four solid hits, "Jump" included) it is not nothing, but for Blinks it is like giving steak once every few years to a starving lion.

Compared with other K-pop bands, Blackpink, debuting in 2016, has had relatively fewer comebacks (in K-pop industry lingo, a "comeback" is each time an artist releases a new single or album). However, Blackpink's catchy songs, energetic choreography and undeniable charisma have propelled the group to a level of incredible stardom.

With "Deadline," they serve, serve, serve, serve and swerve. As a group known for quick tempo tracks, Blackpink should know by now to avoid the sob section. The sole ballad, titled "Fxxxboy," features emotional lyrics and beautiful voices, but doesn't quite land musically with its simple guitar line.

In a surprising twist of events,Coldplay frontman Chris Martinis credited on "Go" — a song with an industrial sound underscored by bone-vibrating bass — for both lyrics and music. His contributions become clear at the bridge, when the track morphs into the most Coldplay sound ever, led by Jennie's voice.

"Me and My" is a classic slow R&B jam featuring a very subtle Latin jazz trumpet. It is co-produced and written bycontroversial hitmaker Dr. Luke, as is "Champion," a puzzling yet hypnotizing anthemic rock single that cycles through '70s strings, '90s smooth rock and a bit of pop-punk.

As a globally famous K-pop band, Blackpink has begun experimenting more with singing entirely in English with Korean lyrics peppered in. The culmination of that approach is "Deadline," where the only song to feature some Korean-language lyrics is "Jump." It's a practical choice for international music markets, but purists might grumble that the "K" is slowly disappearing from the "pop."

Overall, the mini-album is a satisfying chapter in the band's discography. The lyrics to "Champion" say it best: "And if I take a 'L' I still fight," a neologism for "loss," signifying defeat. The spirit of resiliency is there — but this record is full of wins.

"Deadline" by Blackpink

Four stars out of five.

On repeat: "Go"

Skip it: "Fxxxboy"

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Ryan Gosling Gives Eva Mendes Sweet Shoutout in Surprise

Ryan Gosling shouted out his longtime partner Eva Mendes in a surprise Jeopardy!-themed advertisement for his new science fiction movie Project Hail Mary

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Mendes and Gosling famously met on the set of their 2012 movie The Place Beyond the Pines; they share daughters Esmeralda Amada, 11, and Amada Lee, 9
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Ryan Goslinggave hislongtime partnerEva Mendesa sweet shoutout in a surpriseJeopardy!-themed advertisement for his new movie.

Gosling, 45, appeared in a video shared byJeopardyto itsofficial YouTube accounttitled "Ryan Gosling Plays Final Jeopardy" on Thursday, Feb. 26 that saw theProject Hail Maryactor take part in a scripted round of "Final Jeopardy" in which he and two other "contestants" answered the prompt, "This specific type of injury has made news at least since 1967 when it happened to Red Sox star Jim Longborg."

The video sees Gosling seemingly struggle to find an answer to the prompt. While one of the two other "contestants" answered the prompt correctly by writing out "ACL," as in ananterior crucate ligament injury, Gosling wrote, "What is IDK? I <3 Eva," in reference to Mendes, whom he has been in a relationship with since 2011 and sharestwo daughters.

"I'm told by our judges we will accept that,"Jeopardy!hostKen Jenningssaid in response to Gosling's answer. "An ACL tear is also known as IDK - internal derangement of the knee. Well done, Ryan. What did you wager? Everything! You've doubled your score to $51,200! Ryan Gosling, congratulations! What a Hail Mary from our champion Ryan Gosling!"

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Gosling only spoke once in the video after learning of his surprise "victory." "Wow," he said, while putting his hands on top of his head. As the advertisement wrapped, text appeared across the screen at the end of the video that read, "Believe in the Hail Mary," in reference to Gosling's new science fiction movie.

Despite the clever ad, the actor did not actually appear onJeopardy!on Feb. 26; the game show'swebsiteshows that contestant James Hirsh won the game aired on that night's episode.

Mendes, who has participated in a number ofProject Hail Mary-themed marketing efforts via her social media pages as Gosling's new movie approaches its release date, also shared the video to herInstagram. "Look Ma! I made it to @jeopardy 😉 Believe in the Hail Mary @projecthailmary," Mendes wrote in a caption to her post.

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Mendes and Gosling famously met on the set of their 2012 movieThe Place Beyond the Pinesand began dating by the end of 2011, before the movie released. The couple share daughters Esmeralda Amada, 11, and Amada Lee, 9.

Project Hail Mary,in theaters March 20, is based on is based on author Andy Weir's2021 novel of the same name. In the movie, Gosling portrays a science teacher-turned-astronaut named Ryland Grace who sets off on a mission deep in space to learn why the sun and other stars in the solar system are dying. "11.9 Light-years from home. 6th grade science teacher. 1 chance to save us all," reads a shortsynopsisfor the movie, which also starsSandra Hüller.

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Andy Cohen tearfully praises Mary Cosby and Robert Jr.'s 'vulnerability'

Andy Cohenis praising"Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Mary Cosbyafter the death of her son,Robert Cosby Jr..

The "Housewives" franchise producer and reunion host shared his condolences to the Cosby family, calling the death of Robert Cosby Jr. "devastating" and "every parent's worst nightmare." He added, getting emotional, "I will always appreciate getting a small window into the unconditional love between Mary and Robert Jr."

Cohen thanked the family for opening up about the 23-year-old's mental health and drug addiction on the series.

"Mary, you did such a good job," Cohen continued. "I know their bravery and their vulnerability in sharing their story has helped and will continue to help countless people who are struggling. Rest in peace Robert Jr. and thanks."

Robert Cosby Jr. died Monday, Feb. 23, after law enforcement responded to an overdose call, Salt Lake City Police Department public information officer Sgt. Greg Wilking confirmed to USA TODAY in a phone call Wednesday. A cause of death has not yet been confirmed.

"Our beloved son Robert Jr. has been called home to the Lord," Mary Cosby, 53, told USA TODAY in a statement Wednesday. "Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in God's promise and in knowing he is finally at peace. We are grateful for your prayers and trust in the Lord to carry us through this time of sorrow."

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