Veteran federal prosecutors in Minnesota resign after pressure from Justice Department leaders to investigate the widow of Renee Macklin Good, the woman killed by an ICE agent, raising new questions about political interference. President Trump takes his economic message on the road, pitching affordability as voters remain frustrated by high prices. And while gas prices have dipped, rising heating costs, grocery prices, and stubborn inflation show why relief still feels out of reach for many families.
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Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Rebekah Metzler, Gigi Douban, Krishnadev Calamur, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.
It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.
We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.
And our Supervising Producer is Michael Lipkin.
(0:00) Introduction (02:19) Minnesota Prosecutors Quit (06:10) Trump in Detroit (09:52) Inflation Report
To further strengthen effective Corporate Governance, Accountability and Transparency, the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry Hon Barbara Rwodzi, has announced the appointment of new Board Members for the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) and the Mosi-Oa-Tunya Development Company (Pvt) Limited, in line with the Constitution of Zimbabwe, the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act and the Tourism Act. The appointments come at a time when Zimbabwe’s Tourism sector is experiencing sustained growth, increased global recognition and rising investor confidence, positioning Tourism as a key driver of National Development.
The newly appointed Boards bring extensive experience and expertise that will provide strategic guidance and effective oversight to advance the Ministry’s Tourism mandate. The Mosi-Oa-Tunya Development Company Board will focus on accelerating Tourism Infrastructure development and facilitating Investment in Victoria Falls, while the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Board will strengthen destination promotion, enhance service delivery and uphold regulatory frameworks that add value to Tourists and support industry growth. These efforts will enhance Tourism’s contribution to GDP, strengthen Zimbabwe’s global image and support the implementation of NDS 2, in line with the Vision 2030 agenda of the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Cde. Dr. E.D. Mnangagwa, of attaining an Upper Middle-Income Economy by 2030.
Stephen A. Smith was on the ESPN airwaves Tuesday morning when he had quite the slip of the tongue while breaking down the Texans’ playoff win over the Steelers … mistakenly referring to Houston’s star wide receiver as Charlie Kirk. “We saw…
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Dressing for winter doesn’t have to mean hiding behind oversized layers or settling for shapeless silhouettes. With the right design details, a dress can instantly create a sleeker, more balanced look while still feeling cozy and wearable. These winter styles are proof that built-in flattery makes all the difference.
Each option below features thoughtful elements that help smooth the belly and define your shape naturally. Think effortless wrap dresses you can reach for on busy mornings and still feel confident walking out the door. Best of all, these flattering finds start at just $24, making them easy to add to your winter rotation.
17 Belly-Hiding Winter Dresses With Built-in Flattery
Brunch-Ready Beauties
1. Our Favorite: Not only does this belted knit maxi slim the waist, its vertical stripe details visually slim as well.
2. Curve-Accentuating: A belted wrap dress like this one highlights the waist while softly skimming the midsection.
3. Waist-Slimming: Thanks to its cinched waist, this flowy maxi dress offers shape without clinging.
4. Mocha Moment: Not only does this stunning eyelet dress have a pretty design, but it also has built-in pockets.
5. Belted Beauty: With smartly placed pleats, this belted knit midi avoids clinging and stays flattering.
Kylie Jenner’s full-bodied new fragrance is out … and, she’s using her bust to promote it — pushing up her cleavage for the ad. The model posed in the sleeveless red leather top which perfectly matched the fragrance bottle she held against her…
