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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Elon Musk denies taking ketamine in X reply to bizarre spoon balancing video
Elon Musk confirmed on Saturday he is not taking ketamine, an anesthetic drug, after suspicious reports from news outlets and a bizarre video of Musk playing with a spoon at dinner resurfaced online. The video, filmed in March, appears to show the 53-year-old tech mogul balancing spoons at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida. "Watch the video—even the Secret Service looks embarrassed," the account wrote in the post. "I'm not on ketamine ffs," Musk replied. Trump Smacks Down Nbc Reporter's Suggestion Of A Rubio-musk Clash, Calls Him A 'Troublemaker' The public response comes days after a New York Times report claimed Musk "juggled drugs and family drama" while on the campaign trail. Read On The Fox News App NYT reporters alleged Musk overused ketamine, leading to bladder issues. The report also cited erratic behavior, which supporters have attributed to his Asperger's diagnosis. Musk Opens Up About Dinner Party That Soured When Trump's Name Was Invoked: 'Like Methamphetamine And Rabies' In a White House news conference on Friday, Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy asked Musk in the Oval Office about the scathing report. Before Doocy could finish asking his question, Musk sarcastically shot back, "Oh, wait, wait, wait. Is the New York Times… is that the same publication that got a Pulitzer Prize for false reporting on Russiagate? Is it the same organization?" Elon Musk Opens Up About His Experience With 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' During 'Hannity' Exclusive Doocy replied, "I've got to check my Pulitzer counter." Musk interjected, "it is," and President Donald Trump, sitting beside Musk, agreed. "I think the judge has ruled against New York Times for their lies about the Russiagate hoax, and that they might have to give back that Pulitzer Prize," Musk countered. "That New York Times? Let's move on." Musk could not immediately be reached by Fox News Digital for article source: Elon Musk denies taking ketamine in X reply to bizarre spoon balancing video
Fox News
3 days ago
- Health
- Fox News
Elon Musk denies taking ketamine in X reply to bizarre spoon balancing video
Elon Musk confirmed on Saturday he is not taking ketamine, an anesthetic drug, after suspicious reports from news outlets and a bizarre video of Musk playing with a spoon at dinner resurfaced online. The video, filmed in March, appears to show the 53-year-old tech mogul balancing spoons at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida. "Watch the video—even the Secret Service looks embarrassed," the account wrote in the post. "I'm not on ketamine ffs," Musk replied. The public response comes days after a New York Times report claimed Musk "juggled drugs and family drama" while on the campaign trail. NYT reporters alleged Musk overused ketamine, leading to bladder issues. The report also cited erratic behavior, which supporters have attributed to his Asperger's diagnosis. In a White House news conference on Friday, Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy asked Musk in the Oval Office about the scathing report. Before Doocy could finish asking his question, Musk sarcastically shot back, "Oh, wait, wait, wait. Is the New York Times… is that the same publication that got a Pulitzer Prize for false reporting on Russiagate? Is it the same organization?" Doocy replied, "I've got to check my Pulitzer counter." Musk interjected, "it is," and President Donald Trump, sitting beside Musk, agreed. "I think the judge has ruled against New York Times for their lies about the Russiagate hoax, and that they might have to give back that Pulitzer Prize," Musk countered. "That New York Times? Let's move on." Musk could not immediately be reached by Fox News Digital for comment.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Criminal Justice A Family Matter review: Surveen Chawla stands out as Pankaj Tripathi's show goes flat
There is comfort in watching characters we know go through a new story arc, a mix that allows for both familiarity and freshness. The fourth season of Criminal Justice re-unites us with the core team of Madhav Mishra, played by the affable Pankaj Tripathi, his perky wife Ratna (Khushboo Atre), her eager-beaver brother Deep (Aatm Prakash Mishra), and the immaculately-turned out Shivani Mathur (Barkha Singh), which is plunged into a roiling family affair featuring murder and mayhem. Only three episodes of the eight are streaming currently, in which we are introduced to the prime suspects of a murder most foul in a fancy Mumbai high-rise. A domestic help arrives in a flat in the morning and sees a woman, all bloodied, being cradled by a man, who appears to be distraught. Another woman is present, who has already called the cops. The man is a well-regarded doctor called Raj Nagpal (Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub). The dead woman is his paramour Roshni Saluja (Asha Negi), a trained nurse who also happened to be a care-giver for his daughter with special needs. And the woman who has called it in is the doctor's estranged wife Anju (Surveen Chawla) who lives in a flat across the landing. Also present at the time is the teenaged daughter Ira (Khushi Bhardwaj), who has Aspergers syndrome, and Raj's mother Gurmeet (Sohaila Kapur). Who could the killer be? The doctor who seems to genuinely love the victim, and appears shell-shocked? The wife who is the only one in control, despite the enormity of the crime? Or could it be someone else who entered the flat on the quiet, and lay in wait, sharp object in hand? As in the earlier seasons, this fourth iteration of Criminal Justice, based on the British TV series of the same name, is a police procedural plus courtroom clashes plus human drama. And as ever, it is Pankaj Tripathi who is the fulcrum around which events revolve. This time around, a corporate law firm has him in its sights, using his home-grown, desi charm, to disarm tough adversaries: a big car is dangled, and so are plush chambers. Watch Criminal Justice 4 trailer: Will Madhav succumb? Will he abandon his feet-on-groundness, and become a jouster in the aid of corporate sharks? I've seen the entire season, and I'm not telling you a thing more. But I will say this: even in the first three episodes, you can see the strain of filling up 40-odd minutes. Scenes are stretched, and our attention starts wandering. How does Ratnaji, who was such a sharp addition to the previous series, get stuck in her husband's office, waiting for something to do? Atre is good, and her pairing with Tripathi still has spark, but all the waiting around is tiring. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub comes off strangely subdued and colourless. The one who keeps us watching is Surveen Chawla, who brings an emotional fidelity to her character, grappling with the guilt of having given over her daughter to the care of someone else. The series also commits the grave sin of telling its viewers that 'teenagers with Aspergers have violent tendencies', without a single caveat. Yes, this is a series that has taken the trouble to front a character with special needs, but to make such a statement without qualifying it is just plain damaging to those who live with the condition,and are dependent on how they are perceived by the world. Will Madhav Mishra make amends? Pankaj Tripathi's everyman-ness is his most endearing trait, but it can also become a much of muchness. And render things flat. Criminal Justice A Family Matter cast: Pankaj Tripathi, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Surveen Chawla, Asha Negi, Shweta Basu Prasad, Mita Vashishth, Khushboo Atre, Navin Talreja, Sohaila Kapur, Khushi Bhardwaj, Kalyanee Mulay, Barkha Singh, Aatm Prakash Mishra Criminal Justice A Family Matter director: Rohan Sippy Criminal Justice A Family Matter rating: 2 stars
Free Malaysia Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
Autistic and gifted, She Jun Wei touches hearts with his violin
She Jun Wei, who has Asperger's syndrome, is a talented violinist who plays with emotion. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) PETALING JAYA : She Jun Wei, now 25, was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome when he was in Standard 1. Asperger's – a neurodevelopment condition within the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – is commonly associated with difficulties in social interaction and repetitive behaviours. Another defining trait of someone with Asperger's is the presence of intense, specific interests, sometimes described as 'obsessions.' For Jun Wei, this obsession is music. FMT Lifestyle spoke to Jun Wei and his mother, Veronica Ang, at the FMT office, where they shared his journey to becoming a violinist. 'His teachers said that he would often walk out of the classroom. He could not sit quietly, and he was hyperactive,' Ang said of her son's early years in school. 'They suggested we take him to a doctor and that's when he received the diagnosis.' Although he wasn't the most conventional student in school, his talent shone in other areas. Jun Wei's mother, Veronica Ang, is incredibly proud of her son's achievements. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) 'He, himself asked to learn the violin at just eight years old,' Ang said of her son. So, she enrolled him in Mirado Music where he learnt how to play the violin under a teacher named Jared. Jun Wei performed for the first time while in primary school and went on to complete Grade 8, the highest level in music. Since then, he hasn't stopped performing, continuously honing his craft. 'In the beginning I felt nervous to perform. Now, not anymore,' Jun Wei said, wearing a broad smile. In fact, this violinist can listen to a piece of music just once, and play it by ear later. 'Most of the songs that he likes, he will learn very fast,' Ang said. Jun Wei not only plays the violin, he also loves to dance – often breaking into a few Michael Jackson moves. Jun Wei showed an interest in the violin at age eight, shortly after his diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) FMT Lifestyle first spotted him during a performance at the Inner Joy Art Gallery in Petaling Jaya, where an exhibition was held to celebrate neurodivergent artists. His violin performance had the crowd cheering. One of his favourite songs, which he plays at almost every show, is 'Jambalaya (On the Bayou)' by The Carpenters. The audience that day watched as he bobbed along to the music, confidently moving around the entire stage. He ended with a dramatic flourish – looking up, violin raised high – before taking a deep bow. The crowd, made up mostly of parents to other autistic children, clapped in unison, many visibly moved by his performance. 'Everybody was so proud of me. Not just my mother, but everybody,' Jun Wei said. 'When he plays music, he becomes a totally different person. He can really concentrate and do well. If he doesn't play music, he will be talking by himself,' Ang said of her son. When asked if it was difficult to care for her son, Ang remained positive. 'You just have to be able to understand his character.' She said patience is key. 'I give him all of my attention every day, because even having a conversation takes time.' The 25-year-old violinist aspires to perform at major concerts one day. (Veronica Ang pic) One of the standout moments Ang shared was when he was invited to perform alongside his keyboardist brother at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes (OLL) in Klang last year, in conjunction with World Autism Awareness Day. He also took part in the 2019 'Special Music & Art Festival' in Korea. As a mother, Ang shared that she hopes people will be more understanding of her son's condition. She said that with the existing challenges in the music industry, it hasn't been easy for her son to earn a steady income. 'I just want to let people know that my boy is a bit different. I hope they don't mind,' Ang said. And as for her hopes for his future? 'I would like him to make more friends, so that his life is happier, not lonely. I want him to better himself so he can further his studies in music and get more performances in the future. 'I hope that he can take care of himself, working as a performer,' Ang concluded. No matter the challenges both mother and son face, they have never let anything dim their spirits as Jun Wei continues to play every note with soul. Interested in booking She Jun Wei for a performance? Contact Veronica Ang at 016-219 6981
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Daily Mail
Moment neighbour from hell armed with a samurai sword, axe, and spear, smashes people's doors and windows before dressing in scuba gear for police arrest
A man found armed with a samurai sword, an axe, and a spear smashed through his neighbours doors and windows on a crazed rampage. Security cameras saw Michael Hockey, 55, dressed in scuba gear after he armed himself to mount a siege at his block of flats in Pontypool, South Wales before setting fire to his own house. Police were called after Hockey barricaded himself inside the building and when they arrived he was found in scuba-diving gear and breathing apparatus as he held a spear. Armed officers and a negotiator were called to the siege and when they cut the power to his flat he shouted 'b*****s' at them. The court heard Hockey caused £31,000 of damage during the two hour stand-off. He has now been jailed for two years and six months. When officers and firefighters eventually entered Hockey was found in a bath full of water - and had to be tased and blasted with a water hose before his arrest. Prosecutor Tom Roberts said in the days leading up to the police siege, Hockey had been 'behaving erratically' and 'playing loud music.' He said: 'He had been ranting and raving and making threats against a neighbour. 'The defendant screamed that he was a traitor and said he was going to tear his face off and kill him.' He added: 'He was described as snarling like a dog and said he was going to shoot him with a bow and arrow.' Mr Roberts said Hockey then began hitting his neighbour's front door with an axe. 'The victim, who has Asperger's, was terrified and was struggling to make sense of what was happening,' he said. 'He thought he was going to get into his flat and kill him.' Hockey was sectioned under the Mental Health Act following the incident at the apartments owned by housing association Melin Homes on August 15, 2023. He said he had been watching TV 'when Tarot card readers began communicating with him.' After the arrest, officers found that Hockey had been growing 11 cannabis flats in his apartment - and also found a whip, a bow and arrow and an old police truncheon. Hockey admitted arson reckless as to whether life was endangered, affray, cultivating cannabis and criminal damage at Newport Crown Court. Alice Sykes, defending, said the event that day might have been triggered by a psychotic episode brought on by his cannabis use. She added that Hockey had shown 'genuine remorse'. Judge Matthew Porter-Bryant said it was lucky that no one had been injured or killed and commended the emergency services for their actions. 'Thankfully, only time and money was lost here,' he added.
