The legendary Dolly Parton and Olivia Newton-John combined their talents for an outstanding duet of ‘Jolene.’ Dolly Parton has enjoyed a highly successful and illustrious career spanning decades. She has appeared on television and the big screen, written books and even owns an amusement park in her native Tennessee, Dollywood. RELATED: Zach Williams and Dolly Parton Team up for a Powerful Duet, ‘Lookin' For You' However, Dolly is best known for her music and beautiful singing voice. "I Will Always Love You," "Islands in the Stream" and the catchy, upbeat and energetic "9 to 5" are just some of her hit songs that immediately come to mind. Stunning Jolene Duet with Dolly Parton and Oliva Newton-John However, her most significant and most recognizable song is, without question, "Jolene." Even those who aren't the biggest Dolly Parton or country music fans know and love the 1973 classic. "Jolene" is so beloved that Rolling Stone crowned it the greatest country song ever. RELATED: Dolly Parton Stuns with an Amazing Cover of ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water' In a clip posted on YouTube, Dolly and the late Olivia Newton-John sing that timeless tune. As you would expect when two incredibly talented people team up, the performance is fantastic. Dolly and Olivia again prove their immense talent and musical gifts are undeniable. This is one duet that you'll want to listen to repeatedly! Those lyrics, especially that chorus, are so iconic and memorable. Most can likely sing that chorus entirely from memory. ‘Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene I'm beggin' of you, please Don't take my man Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene’ YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Dolly Parton Passed Some ‘Real-Life Wisdom' on to Lainey Wilson After Their Epic Judds Duet In the clip, Dolly said that she was "so excited" to get the opportunity to work with Olivia, calling her "one of my favorites of all time." Additionally, Dolly called "Jolene" one of her "all-time favorite" songs she has written. Similarly, Olivia stated that she was over the moon about the chance to sing "Jolene" with Dolly Parton, who originally wrote and performed that beloved classic. Ephesians 5:19 "Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord:" WATCH: Dolly Parton and Olivia Newton-John’s ‘Jolene’ Duet Wows  LISTEN: Dolly Parton Passed Some Wisdom on to Lainey Wilson | Man Goes to Pick up Garbage but Realizes It's Moving h/t: GodTube Featured Image Credit: YouTube/Olivia Newton-John The post ‘Jolene’ Duet With Dolly Parton and Olivia Newton-John Absolutely Wows appeared first on GodUpdates.

The Obamas have officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in her recent presidential bid.

Six Democrats, along with every House Republican, voted to condemn Vice President Kamala Harris’s failure to adequately deter foreign nationals from illegally entering the U.S. southern border and for failing to secure it. The measure, House Resolution 1371, passed in the House with a count of 220-196.

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that boneless wings can have bones in them.

Kamala's deal would trade hostages in exchange for giving victory to Hamas. The post Kamala Warns Israel to Leave Gaza, Spare Hamas appeared first on Frontpage Mag.

Miranda Devine reviewed a report submitted to the House Judiciary Committee by an alliance of past and present law enforcement agents. They found that many local police departments no longer trust the FBI and have stopped sharing information with it. That puts them in line with many Americans, and not only Republicans. THE LATEST POLLS […] The post Police Departments Don’t Trust the FBI Either appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

The American Federation of Teachers’ 88th National Convention centered not on workplace conditions or the resolution of deep issues rampant throughout the nation’s classrooms but underscored the union’s longstanding devotion to progressive politics, culminating in a resounding endorsement of presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The convention, which hosts AFT delegates from across the nation to vote on resolutions which guide the union’s internal operations for the year ahead, was markedly partisan as the infamously progressive union preps its members for election season. Resolutions passed by this year’s delegates covered a swath of hot button political issues: “The AFT will recommit resources,” for example, to “support LGBTQIA+ affirming and inclusive school environments and curriculum,” according to a resolution regarding “physical and psychological violence” against queer youth. Another resolution, “Opposing the Overreach of the U.S. Supreme Court,” details the union’s commitment to “reverse the decisions” of those Justices AFT accuses of “eliminating guarantees of the fundamental rights and freedoms of the American people.” According to a third, “the basic institutions and principles of U.S. democracy…are under attack” by “Donald Trump and the ultra-right MAGA faction.” In addition to democracy, AFT writes, Republicans have attacked public education through “voucher schemes,” reproductive freedom through “draconian anti-abortion laws,” and “the very humanity of marginalized and stigmatized communities.” But the key resolution passed by the AFT was the union’s “Endorsement of Kamala Harris for President.” “Kamala Harris has a clear record under the Biden-Harris administration to compare with Donald Trump’s, offering voters a stark choice,” AFT explained. The union pledges to mobilize its members in support of Harris’s presidential campaign, plus join the rest of Big Labor in its “collective effort to elect Kamala Harris.” Amid talk of a variety of progressive topics, AFT’s support for Harris was constant. Before delegates arrived in Houston, the union’s executive council preemptively pushed a unanimous call on AFT members to ratify its endorsement of Harris for the American presidency. AFT President Randi Weingarten’s keynote address amplified strong support for Harris, through which “progress is possible.” “But so is the eradication of the rights and progress we hold dear,” continued Weingarten, through former President Donald Trump, who poses an “existential threat to democracy and freedom.” Throughout the convention, among the speakers who addressed the union in support of Harris included United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. Harris, whose address was the convention’s grand finale, again emphasized the responsibility of educators to vote in support of her dedication to “freedom, compassion, and rule of law,” in opposition to Right-wing “chaos, fear, and hate.” A vote against her campaign, Harris emphasized, would “return America to a dark past.” AFT’s longstanding devotion to progressive causes and candidates is nothing new. For years, the union has transferred millions directly from the pockets of dues-paying teachers to its Democratic friends. Though American teachers continue to flee AFT in search of refuge from the progressive agenda included in membership, this year’s convention emphasizes that the union’s loyalty to the left-wing will not fade anytime soon. According to a Pew Research survey of over 2,500 public K-12 school teachers, a significant percentage of teachers presumably disagree with their union’s endorsement. The AFT, however, couldn’t care less. For the AFT, it seems as though disregarding the inconvenient interests of teachers unsupportive of union ideology is a worthy sacrifice in pursuit of the political agenda that continues to dominate Big Labor’s priorities across the board. * * *  Aaron Withe is Chief Executive Officer of the Freedom Foundation. The views expressed in this piece are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Daily Wire.

In a recent display of aerial defense, U.S. and Canadian fighter jets intercepted Russian and Chinese military aircraft near Alaska, officials from the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) confirmed. The joint operation involved the interception of four Russian Tu-95 bombers and Su-35 fighter jets, as well as two Chinese planes, all of which were operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ). The interception occurred during a period of heightened military activity in the region. According to NORAD, the Russian and Chinese aircraft were identified and tracked as they approached the ADIZ but remained in international airspace without breaching U.S. or Canadian territorial skies​. Tense Confrontation: US Fighter Jets Encounter #Putin and #Xi’s Nuclear Bombers Mid-Air, Marking a Chilling Escalation Toward #WW3 The latest patrol was “notable for being the first intercept of Chinese military aircraft near Alaska” pic.twitter.com/kL6T1phhwi — Matt Case (@MatthewRyanCase) July 25, 2024 NORAD spokespersons emphasized that such intercepts are routine and typically occur around six to seven times annually. This particular event was characterized as "normal" and not perceived as a threat. The aircraft involved in the intercept included U.S. F-16 and F-22 fighter jets, alongside support from KC-135 Stratotankers and E-3 AWACS​. The presence of these aircraft in the ADIZ coincided with ongoing large-scale military training exercises in Alaska, suggesting that the intercepts might be connected to these operations rather than any provocative actions by Russia or China. NORAD clarified that these activities are not uncommon and usually do not pose any direct threat to North American security​. #BREAKING: Fighter Jets Scrambled After NORAD detects and Intercepts Two Russian and Two Chinese Strategic Bombers in Alaska Air Defense Zone⁰#Alaska | #USA⁰According to reports Earlier today, on July 24, 2024, NORAD detected, tracked, and intercepted two Russian TU-95… pic.twitter.com/I0Qe8F8E2J — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) July 24, 2024 This incident marks at least the third interception of Russian military aircraft in the ADIZ this year. Previous encounters included the interception of six Russian aircraft in May, consisting of TU-95 bombers, SU-35 fighters, and IL-78 tankers. NORAD officials reiterated that the intercepted aircraft have consistently respected international airspace boundaries without entering U.S. or Canadian territories​. Such operations underscore the importance of NORAD's mission to monitor and respond to all air activities in the region to safeguard North American airspace. The command remains vigilant and prepared to employ various response options to ensure the defense and security of the continent​. The interception of these aircraft is part of a broader pattern of military maneuvers involving Russia and China, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions and the strategic importance of the Arctic region. As both nations continue to flex their military capabilities near North America, NORAD's role in maintaining airspace integrity remains crucial. This latest incident serves as a reminder of the complex dynamics at play in the Arctic and the need for continued vigilance and readiness in the face of potential aerial threats from adversarial nations. The post US, Canada Jets Intercept Chinese, Russian Planes Near Alaska appeared first on The Conservative Brief.