A lot of people commenting on this video don’t think so. I hope it is. What say you? 

Brian Thompson, the 50-year-old CEO of UnitedHealthcare who was gunned down in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday, was one of multiple executives at his company who were being investigated by the Department of Justice for insider trading. Thompson was shot and killed in what authorities believe was a “brazen targeted attack” before he made it to the Hilton hotel to take part in his company’s annual Investor’s Conference. The New York Post reported that Thompson and several other executives at UnitedHealth Group are facing a DOJ probe. United Healthcare is a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, one of the largest companies in the world. On February 16 of this year, Thompson sold shares worth $15.1 million just two weeks before the public found out about a federal antitrust probe, according to Crain’s New York Business. The DOJ was reportedly investigating whether UnitedHealth Group violated antitrust laws by making acquisitions that consolidated its market position. Thompson’s sale of his shares earlier this year was his first since taking over the company in 2021, according to the Post. Thompson, UnitedHealth Group Chairman Stephen Helmsley, Chief People Officer Erin McSweeney, and Chief Accounting Officer Tom Roos sold a combined $101.5 million in shares. Another subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group was also targeted in a ransomware attack earlier this year, which resulted in up to one-third of Americans’ data, including social security numbers, potentially being compromised. The company ended up paying a $22 million ransom to the hackers. The ransomware attack cost the massive company an estimated $705 million when business disruption was factored in, Reuters reported. CHECK OUT THE DAILY WIRE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Video footage showed Thompson being targeted in an execution-style shooting outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown. The suspect, who authorities believe is a male, was wearing a black hoodie and black mask and carrying a gray backpack. After he fired at Thompson, the suspect’s gun appeared to malfunction, but the shooter fixed the jam and continued firing, showing he is likely familiar with using firearms. Thompson’s wife told NBC News that her husband has faced multiple death threats, but added that she did not know the specifics of the threats. “There had been some threats. Basically, I don’t know, a lack of coverage? I don’t know details. I just know that he said there were some people that had been threatening him,” she said. Police are offering a $10,000 reward for information on the suspect. Authorities believe he fled the scene on foot before getting on a city e-bike and riding into Central Park.

Female athletes are among those who reacted to the news that the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour has announced a major change to its eligibility rules when it comes to transgender-identifying male players. Former collegiate female swimmer and outspoken advocate for women’s sports Riley Gaines wrote on X on Wednesday that “The ‘L’ in LPGA means something again!” after the LPGA “updated their gender eligibility requirements to ban men from women’s golf.” Her post included that the group found “the effects of male puberty confer competitive advantages in golf performance compared to players who have not undergone male puberty.” The legislative strategist for the women’s group, Concerned Women for America, Macy Petty, wrote, “BREAKING: LPGA changes their gender policy, ‘Players assigned male at birth and who have gone through male puberty are not eligible to compete in the [women’s] events.’ HUGE step in keeping women’s sports for women.” BREAKING: LPGA has updated their gender eligibility requirements to ban men from women’s golf. “The effects of male puberty confer competitive advantages in golf performance compared to players who have not undergone male puberty.” The “L” in LPGA means something again!?????? pic.twitter.com/aiYXzcQrZp — Riley Gaines (@Riley_Gaines_) December 4, 2024 Veteran female golfer, Amy Olsen, called the ruling “a positive step forward” that the LPGA recognized “that an individual’s chromosomes affect their physical development in ways that are irreversible.” Starting in 2025, “under the new policy, athletes who are assigned female at birth are eligible to compete on the LPGA Tour, Epson Tour, Ladies European Tour, and in all other elite LPGA competitions,” the statement read, noting that “players assigned male at birth and who have gone through male puberty are not eligible…” CHECK OUT THE DAILY WIRE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE “Our policy is reflective of an extensive, science-based and inclusive approach,” LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan said. “The policy represents our continued commitment to ensuring that all feel welcome within our organization, while preserving the fairness and competitive equity of our elite competitions.” The move comes after transgender-identifying male golfer Hailey Davidson had competed on the NXXT Tour before the group changed its rules and he was removed, Fox News noted. The move on Wednesday now cuts off Davidson’s possible path to the tour or Epson Tours after competing in Q School in the fall as the player inched closer to qualifying for an LPGA Tour card. Davidson, who formerly played on a men’s collegiate golf team, took to Instagram and slammed the gender eligibility rule change, as previously reported. Related: LPGA Announces Major Change To Transgender Rule

The Voice season 26 is in the final stretch, and if a contestant wants to win, now is the time to go all in. The Top 8 contestants performed for the five coveted spots in the finale. From Reba McEntire’s team, we saw Adam Bohanan and Danny Joseph, Gwen Stefani’s Jan Dan, and Sydney Sterlace, Snoop Dogg’s Christina Eagle and Jeremy Beloate perform, and Michael Bublé’s Shye and Sofronio Vasquez. The four contestants with the most votes were guaranteed a spot. The remaining four had to sing to garner the Instant Save for America’s second vote. Danny Joseph, Adam Bohanan, Christina Eagle, and Jan Dan all vied to make it to the Voice finale. But in the end, only one singer earned the Instant Vote. Danny Joseph’s Rendition of ‘House Of The Rising Son’ Was Incredible He knew this performance was a live-or-die situation, and Danny came to win. His performance moved Reba, who pleaded with Americans to keep Danny in the game. “You have always come out here, and I am never nervous when you walk on stage,” Reba said. You have that confidence and skill, and you showed it tonight. America, vote for Danny.” According to the YouTube comments, it didn’t take much convincing. Fans loved Danny Joseph’s performance. Someone wrote, “Danny has so much potential past this show. If you don’t see it in him that’s ok because he will get signed. He’s a true artist.” “So glad Danny was saved! He is a unique talent. Team Buble is my #1 but Danny deserves to be in the finals and have a shot at being heard forever! Looking forward to hearing him perform in the Finale! Congrats,” this fan agreed. “Danny’s been my number 1 pick, since minute one, of this season!!! His voice, his guitar playin’ —and they’re killin’ me, puttin’ tight pants, on some of these guys; they’re about to give this ol’ broad, a heart attack!!! LOL,” another person laughed. If Danny Joseph takes it all, that would be a threepeat for Queen Reba on The Voice. We can’t wait to find out. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post “The Voice”: Watch The Performance That Gave Danny Joseph The Instant Save appeared first on InspireMore.

Vanna White has been turning letters on Wheel of Fortune for more than 30 years. But one quick video of her son on Instagram had people turning their heads and wanting more. Vanna White and her son, Nikko Santo Pietro, 30, recently got together for a bit of mother-son cooking time. While the recipe looked pretty tasty, many people thought Nikko was the main attraction. “First of all, I’m not a good cook, but fortunately, my son Nikko is,” she said. “So, he’s going to make one of my favorite dishes. It’s called Uncle Roy’s Chicken. Nikko makes it just as good as Uncle Roy.”  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vanna White (@officialvannawhite) Her Son Took Over in the Kitchen While Vanna White Helped It’s clear that Nikko is the chef in the family, sharing tips and tricks with his mom. Not only did we learn that you can’t peel ginger with a potato peeler, but chewing gum also stops the tears when cutting onions. Nikko took command in the kitchen and created a delicious-looking meal. “Look at that, it just falls apart,” Vanna shared as she hugged Nikko. “We did it.” Fans loved the dish, but really wanted to know what Nikko’s love life looks like. One person wrote, “If your son is free my daughter is also. Lol they can cook together.” There were lots of jokes. Like this, “Is son on the menu, too, errr I mean great video!!” And this, “Vanna where have you been hiding Nikko? He’s GORGEOUS” Plenty loved seeing Vanna White and her son together having fun. “This is so great!! I’m going to try this!! Vanna your son is adorable and handsome!!! You look beautiful as always,” a fan wrote. Someone agreed, ”Thank You! You two are adorable!! Looks Delicious! Thank You for sharing!” This story’s featured image is by Kathy Hutchins via Shutterstock. The post Vanna White Shared A Video Of Her Son & He Became An Instant Star appeared first on InspireMore.

We very well may have seen the last of Trevor Lawrence this season

'If he does do that it makes the Hunter pardon seem more acceptable to me'

'You are a sick person'

Podcasters and social media personalities are getting deserved praise for their growing influence, but November’s TV ratings serve as a reminder that Fox News Channel is still the go-to destination for political and election news. Since the Nov. 5 election, Fox News has dominated its competition—both cable and network TV—with more than 4 million prime-time viewers (from 8-11 p.m. ET), according to Nielsen Media Research data. That makes Fox News the most-watched network, beating legacy media networks ABC, CBS, and NBC in prime-time. In terms of market share, Fox News commanded 73% of the prime-time cable news audience as CNN’s and MSNBC’s ratings cratered following President-elect Donald Trump’s victory. Following the election, CNN’s prime-time audience was down 39% and MSNBC’s dropped 52%. In raw numbers, CNN reached 453,000 and MSBNC had 644,000 viewers. November’s ratings mark the 45th consecutive month with Fox News as the No. 1 cable news network in prime time and total day viewership. The top five shows in November were all on Fox News: “The Five” (4,423,000 total viewers) “Jesse Watters Primetime” (3,945,000) “The Ingraham Angle” (3,316,000) “Gutfeld!” (3,299,000) “Special Report” (3,265,000) Fox News saw some of its biggest gains in November among the coveted 25- to 54-year-old demographic, growing its year-over-year prime-time viewership by 147% (compared to 86% overall). It also made gains among independents and Democrats, and was the top cable news channel for Asians and Hispanics. These postelection gains coincided with Trump’s flurry of Cabinet appointments and other news. But on Election Day itself, Fox News was also besting the competition. The network had nearly 13.6 million viewers across all its platforms. It marked the second consecutive election that Fox News beat ABC, CBS, NBC, and all cable news networks. Fox News’ dominance doesn’t take anything away from the podcasters or social media influencers whose content went viral during the 2024 presidential campaign. They will play an increasingly relevant role in politics as audiences consume their news differently in the future. But it would be a mistake to discount cable TV. Most voters still get their political news from networks like Fox News. An exit poll conducted by RMG Research in November revealed that 47% of voters rely on television as the most common way to follow political and election news. Podcasts, by contrast, were at just 5%. What is the most common way you get political and election news? 47% Television 18% Social media 17% News websites or apps 8% Search through Google or other search engines 5% Podcasts 2% Radio 2% Print newspapers or magazines 2% None of these The RMG Research poll had a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points. With strong viewership and growth among key demographics, Fox News continues to set the standard. Add to that its dominating digital footprint at FoxNews.com and some of the best talent on TV, and this media powerhouse leaves its rivals in the dust. The post Ratings Boom: Fox News Dominates TV News Landscape appeared first on The Daily Signal.