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Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Days of Our Lives Recap: Carrie Comes Home
Days of Our Lives Recap: Carrie Comes Home originally appeared on Daytime Confidential. On today's Days of Our Lives recap: Titan/DiMera: Belle arrives to see Alex to investigate Philip's beating. Alex tries to avoid the topic because he's busy, but Belle says she will be brief. Belle asks about the Sepsis drug and Alex says he's been filled in and can't believe he would do something so stupid, yet again. He goes on to say he didn't know about the fraudulent letter until recently and thinks he could have stopped his cousin before he tried to steal the drug. Alex remembers seeing Philip eating dinner with Kevin Lambert. The next day he say Kevin having a hushed conversation with Steve and Shawn Douglas. Belle says none of this situation is his responsibility. Belle says she knows things the police don't about possible motives for Philip's beating. She suspects Alex knows similar information and straight up asks if he thinks Xander is guilty. He pleads the fifth. Belle says she is building a case and he's going to eventually answer questions from the police. If he knows anything, he may as well come clean. Alex says he saw Xander in the square yesterday coming from the direction of the Salem Inn. He was distracted and tense, made mention of a snag they hit in trying to purchase the hospital, and quickly leaves. Alex didn't say anything because Xander is family and owed some loyalty. He also notes Xander is innocent until proven guilty. Belle asks Alex to get Xander to call her and makes her exit. DiMera Mansion: EJ calls Brady to talk about his meeting with the hospital board when he learns about John. EJ presses about the board meeting but Brady hangs up. Kristen is listening in and asks her brother what happened to John. EJ tells Kristen that John was badly burned in an explosion. She asks for details and EJ indicates his chances aren't very good. Kristen can't believe John is in such danger and EJ awkwardly tries to comfort her. She apologizes for making things awkward as she remembers John as her first love. EJ says she was always willing to do anything to keep him, including passing him off as her child (I forgot about that!). Kristen says she wasn't in her right mind and was blinded by her feelings for John. EJ notes the creepy nature of transferring her feelings for the father to the son. Kristen shoots back about EJ sleeping with his ex-wife's sister as well as his dalliances with both Kate and Billie. He backs down and they think about how they came by their penchant for odd love interests honestly. EJ makes direct reference to Marlena as his queen of the night. University Hospital – John's Room: Marlena sits at John's bedside and discusses all the visitors he's had today. As she speaks, Carrie arrives (squeal!) and embraces Marlena. She thanks Carrie for coming and asks about Austin. Carrie says he stayed behind so Noah could walk at his high school graduation. Carrie breaks down and says how much she loves Marlena and John and once again they embrace. Carrie says she thought about John the entire flight over. She remembers when she and John thought Marlena was dead (the house exploded) and how it brought them so close (this was also when John was Roman). Flashback: Roman (John) tells young Carrie that Marlena is dead. In real-time, Carrie says she knows John is a hero but being a dad to her, Sami, Eric, Paul and Brady is his ultimate talent. Marlena says John has a soft spot for his girls. Carrie notes that includes Sami, despite all the grief she gave him over the years. She remembers the number of times John made her feel safe both as a little girl and an adult. Carrie says some folks don't even get one good father but she has two. Marlena recalls meeting five year old Carrie and what a spitfire she was. Carrie can't imagine the trouble she caused. Marlena says she always knew Carrie was Roman and Anna's daughter but she always felt like she was her daughter too, as well as John's. Carrie thanks her for always treating her like a daughter. Marlena says family is who sits in your heart and makes life worth living. With that, they both break down in tears and embrace. Flashback: John and Carrie decorate the Christmas tree. Carrie says it feels like Marlena is with them and they embrace. Carrie says their world was shattered when they thought Marlena was gone. She remembers how amazing John was during that time and how she told her school friends her father was superman and believes he still is. Just then, Carrie holds John's hands and he responds. Brady Pub: Roman arrives to find Johnny at a table. He asks about Philip and Roman says Kate is at the hospital speaking with his doctors. They switch over to John and Johnny recalls his visit with his grandfather the day before. Roman says Eric is on the way home and Johnny indicates Will is also heading home. Johnny mentions Allie can't fly because Henry has an ear infection. He notes his mother and Sydney are trying to get a flight out as they speak. Johnny mentions his name (John Roman) and doesn't think he's doing it justice. Roman takes a seat and says he needs to stop blaming himself for what happened with the adoption and notes they are now back together. Johnny says he will never let his wife down again. Johnny shifts topics and asks if he can grab some to go coffee for her. When he goes behind the bar, Johnny sees the lockbox with the gun is gone. Roman says he moved the lockbox because he didn't want folks asking questions. Johnny pushes and Roman says the gun disappeared the night of EJ's shooting. He remembers mentioning it to Johnny that same evening. Johnny wonders if he's being asked if he shot his father and vehemently denies it. With that, he storms out. University Hospital – Lobby: Paulina and Abe arrive and chat with Kate about both Philip and John. Paulina says she's working closely with Jada and apologizes Xander was let go. She says Belle is on the case and is determined to bring the culprit to justice. Paulina heads off to grab coffee and Abe asks Kate why she thinks Xander would try to kill his own brother. Kate thinks Xander is a vicious thug who doesn't want to share his birthright with his brother. Abe thinks she is holding back and pushes for more. Just then, Kate spies Philip's doctor and quickly makes her getaway. Paulina returns and asks what happened. DiMera Mansion – Living Room: Kristen brings Rachel in and says her Grandpa John is home but had an accident. She explains about the fire and how he is now in the hospital. Rachel says she doesn't feel well and says it's been that way since the tea party. Kristen thinks she's upset because her friends didn't come over. Rachel considers her mother's words and suddenly says, 'I heard a gunshot.' Kristen thinks she's talking about a dream but Rachel thinks she heard it in real life. University Hospital – John's Room: Abe walks in and embraces Carrie. Marlena thinks Abe should take a seat and visit with his friend. With that, Marlena and Carrie leave them alone. Abe takes a seat and says he's heard about all the folks who have Withbeen coming to see him. He thinks his partner has to stick around so as not to disappoint all his friends and family. As important as everyone is, the most important person is Marlena. Abe notes he was there for the origin of their love story. Flashback: John and Marlena are about to get married. He wonders why Abe never told him about how his beloved felt about her. Abe says he promised not to tell as it was during the time when he was getting married to Kristen who was actually Susan (look it up). John asks if Abe will do him the honor of, once again, being his best man. In real-time, Abe says he was so honored to have stood up for him and hopes, someday, his son (Theo) will marry his granddaughter (Claire-Bear) and they will be able to stand up for them together. He says they are family and always will be. University Hospital – Lobby: Marlena introduces Paulina to Carrie, who she recognizes as Roman's daughter. Carrie says Paulina's sister, Tamara, was always so kind to her. With that, Carrie heads off to grab coffee. Paulina wants Marlena to go change clothes, but she says she's staying and heads back to her beloved's room. Horton Square: Johnny runs into Belle and they chat about John. Belle says no one wants to be in a position where your father is dying and you haven't said what you need to say. Johnny picks up what she's laying down but says he's settled up with his father in every way he needs. Before he storms off, he advises Belle to stay the hell away from his father. Endings Carrie runs into Belle and the two embrace (I believe this is the first time Martha Madison and Christie Clark have shared scenes together). Belle asks about her dad and Carrie says he squeezed her hand. Further, Kayla says John's vital signs are improving and she just knows he is going to pull through. Marlena sits at John's bedside. Flashback: Marlena is asleep when the french doors to the balcony blow open. She hears John calling out for her and feels him all around her. She feels his essence exiting and screams for him not to go. In real-time, Marlena tells John not to ever leave her. EJ calls out for Johnny in Horton Square. Johnny heads the other direction when EJ loses his balance and hits the pavement. Johnny runs to his father as he tries to get up. Before he offers his father a hand, Johnny walks away. Kate joins Roman back at the pub and reports Philip is improving and will hopefully regain consciousness soon. She asks what's wrong and Roman tells her about his encounter with Johnny and their conversation about the lockbox and the gun. He's not certain he believes his grandson when he says he didn't shoot his father. Rachel tells Kristen the night of the shooting she woke up because she heard yelling. She came downstairs and saw Johnny, with a gun, fighting with EJ. Keep checking back for the latest Days of Our Lives recaps! This story was originally reported by Daytime Confidential on May 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
19 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Opinion: What the school enrollment shift tells us about education in America
Yes, Utah is having fewer babies, down 26% over the past decade. As a former public school principal, though, I can assure you declining birth rates don't fully explain shrinking classrooms. Families aren't just having fewer kids — they're actively choosing different ways to educate them. COVID didn't start this shift. It accelerated it. Parents finally saw classrooms up close, and many didn't like the view. Yet, school districts often respond by doing nothing, watching enrollment decline until closures become inevitable. Granite School District recently announced plans to close more schools due to falling numbers. Last year, the Salt Lake School District shut down four elementary schools. And the year before that, Alpine School District faced similar closures. Where are these students going? To alternatives. Charter schools, private schools, microschools and homeschool pods are drawing families in with flexibility, personalization and often smaller environments. Homeschooling doubled in the US between 2020 and 2023. Charter schools have grown by more than 1.6 million students since 2000. Microschools are surging as well. A 2024 survey found that 37% of parents are more interested in microschools or hybrid options than they were before the pandemic. When I was a principal, one of my first graders excelled in math but lagged in reading. His father, Alex, grew frustrated with a rigid system unable to nurture his son's unique abilities. After I left public education, Alex did too. He founded Wilderland Academy, a nature-based microschool in Eden, Utah. His story isn't unusual. Across the country, parents and teachers are launching new schools rather than waiting for traditional ones to change. Stories like Alex's are multiplying. Parents and teachers aren't waiting for permission. They're creating what kids need. And it's not just about new schools. Lawmakers invested in Davis School District's Catalyst Center. The Catalyst program brings in local business and industry leaders to work with the students. It provides real-world experience in industries ranging from aviation and computer science to business, construction and digital media (YouTube). These are the kinds of public school innovations that deserve to grow. Just as a healthy forest has a variety of trees, a healthy education system has a variety of options. Policymakers should take note and find ways to continue their support of all options. To achieve this, Utah should expand the Utah Fits All scholarship so that every student who applies receives support — no lottery, no waitlist. At the same time, lawmakers should continue cutting red tape. They've made progress by allowing microschools in all zones and easing building rules. But they can continue to find these restrictions and remove them for education entrepreneurs. At the same time, they should make it easier to launch charter schools and expand innovative programs like Catalyst. The changing nature of education isn't a crisis; it's a wake-up call. As a former principal now working alongside microschool founders, I can tell you exactly what parents want: education that's more human, more personal and responsive to their kids' needs. If traditional schools refuse to adapt, Utah families will find education elsewhere.
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘Torres staff used code-based system to divert 177cr funds'
Mumbai: A specialised internal software system utilised by Torres Jewellery's senior cashiers and essential staff operated through code-based authentication and thus diverted Rs 177 crore collected through their outlets from customers with expectations of higher figures, said an Enforcement Directorate chargesheet in the Platinum Hern (Torres Jewellery) case The ED said Torres' internal software recorded cash transactions using code-based verification, requiring customers at Mumbai outlets to use specific Telegram codes for cash withdrawal authorisation. Cashiers recorded payments following code verification. The company collected deposits without RBI authorisation, declaring only Rs 2.1 crore in bank accounts despite substantial unreported transactions. Torres Group's key personnel appropriated the funds for personal purposes, the ED said. The ED investigation showed an internal system accessible to senior cashiers and personnel with unique login credentials. The chargesheet is against Platinum Hern Pvt Ltd and several individuals including Alpesh Khara, Sagar Mehta, Oleksandr alias Alex, Olena Stoian, Viktoria Kovalenko, Sarvesh Surve, Tausif Reyaz alias John Carter, Lallan Singh, Abhishek Gupta, Tazagul Khasatova alias Tanya, and Astrozen Pharma and Prisah Advisory. Alex and Olena Stoian were identified as the principal designers of financial structuring and money laundering operations, providing initial funds through unlawful channels and enabling conversion of undocumented cash into apparently legitimate investments. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 개수 제한 없는, 부담 없는 임플란트 개당 36만원 과잉진료 없는 치과 지금 예약 Undo Torres allegedly conducted a fraudulent operation, marketing synthetic moissanite as precious gems with unrealistic return guarantees. Their strategy included misleading advertisements, artificial bonuses and a referral system typical of Ponzi schemes. Mumbai showroom customers required Telegram-transmitted codes for cash collection. The 'Cash Counter 1' Telegram group issued these authorisation codes, according to the ED. The ED said daily reports from senior cashiers monitoring sales, income, and cash deliveries were discovered in the 'Record to Report' Telegram group, involving Dadar showroom personnel. The available information covered particular dates rather than all operational days. "Current evidence indicates proceeds of crime at Rs 177 crore with potential for increase as investigations continue." WhatsApp exchanges between Sagar Mehta, Aman, and Dadar cashiers used "Code 2" for cash collections. ED reported Alpesh Khara assisted Alex in converting customer cash to cryptocurrency.
Wales Online
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
The One Show's Alex Jones shares her daily routine beauty products and they are surprisingly affordable
The One Show's Alex Jones shares her daily routine beauty products and they are surprisingly affordable The Welsh TV presenter has shared her eight daily beauty products, and some are under £5. The One Show presenter has shared eight of her favourite everyday beauty products. (Image: BBC ) Skincare routines are something that we all are heavily invested in, whether you have your own or you're just fascinated by other people's. There are countless videos online of people sharing their favourite products that leave their skin healthy and glowy, but one familiar face is adding her routine in to the mix. Welsh sweetheart and The One Show presenter Alex Jones, has shared her eight favourite daily beauty products with her social media followers. What is on the list will shock you. Some products are even under £5! For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Alex started the video by saying: "Hiya we're in the bathroom and I was just having a sort out and I thought I'd show you some of the things kind of daily because you're asking." The caption reads: "Some of you have asked what products I use and I thought I'd show you some of my current favourites. These are ones I go back to time and time again. There's a mix of some trusty high street classics and some that are a bit more pricey." You'll be shocked to hear that one of the products is a lot more affordable thank you think. Alex names products from expensive brands like Elemis and Tatcha, but one that may shock you is that she uses the Vitamin C Moisturiser SPF 30 from Primark beauty. She says she is obsessed with protection from the sun before saying: "This is just from Primark right. It's a moisturiser and it's also a factor 30. This was £4." Alex recommended the £4 two-in-one moisturiser and sun protector from Primark (Image: Alex Jones (@alexjonethomson on Instagram) ) Another favourite product of hers is the Neutrogena Deep Moisture Body Lotion, which she claims stops her "Armadillo legs" after they have gone dry over the winter. For just£3.53 from Boots it is an absolute steal. Alex also shared the fake tan that turns her from a "magnolia wall" to "J-Lo", which was Vita Liberata The H.A+ Deep Moisture Face Tan. It's also available from Boots for just £16.50. She also recommends the reusable JOJO GLOW Makeup Remover Pads, which she says "you can use these 200 times. So every time I take my make-up off, pop it in the wash and then good to go." The presenter left her favourite product until last, Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair. She said: "This is pricey, if you're going to treat yourself. This, you'll wake up in the morning with a new face. I mean no literally, but it'll feel really nice." So here is the full list of products recommended by Alex Jones: Article continues below Content cannot be displayed without consent
The South African
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Cassie welcomes third baby with husband Alex Fine
Cassie Ventura, the American singer and actress, has joyfully welcomed her third child with husband Alex Fine. The couple's new arrival comes just weeks after Cassie bravely testified in the high-profile federal criminal trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Cassie, 38, gave birth to a baby boy in a New York City hospital, a source confirmed to PEOPLE magazine. The singer and model is already a mother to two daughters, Sunny, 3, and Frankie, 5. The family's joy is palpable, especially after the emotional rollercoaster Cassie endured during the trial. Alex Fine, 31, a personal trainer and Cassie's husband since 2019, shared the news on Instagram. He posted a touching photo of Cassie cradling her baby bump, captioning it, 'Best gift I could ask for.' The image, captured by photographer Jorden Keith, shows the couple's love and excitement. Alex also commented with heart emojis, expressing his happiness. This new arrival follows Cassie's courageous testimony in the trial against Sean 'Diddy' Combs. The rapper faces serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. The singer/model was a key witness for the prosecution, accused Combs of rape and abuse during their 11-year relationship. Her testimony, delivered while she was eight and a half months pregnant, revealed harrowing details about coercion and control. Cassie described how she was forced to participate in 'Freak Offs' with male sex workers, a claim central to the prosecution's case. The defence argued these encounters were consensual, but her bravery in speaking out has inspired many. Cassie's story is a powerful reminder of resilience, in a country where many women face challenges related to abuse and injustice, her courage shines as a beacon of hope. As she embraces motherhood once again, the singer shows that strength and vulnerability can coexist. Cassie announced her pregnancy on Instagram in February, sharing beautiful black-and-white photos with her family. She captioned one post simply, '🤰🏽💙 #3,' alongside images of her daughters kissing her baby bump. Alex jokingly posted a GIF of rapper Cardi B, saying, 'Bro, I'm five months pregnant! I can't even breathe,' highlighting the couple's excitement. As Cassie and Alex welcome their new son, fans around the world celebrate with them. The couple's journey reminds us all to cherish family and stand strong in the face of adversity. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
