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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
2-Year-Old Asks If the Family Cat Can Go Down the Slide. Then Her Mom Brings Out an Urn (Exclusive)
Nicole DelGiudice's 2-year-old daughter, Harlee, was playing on the slide While playing, Harlee asked her mom if she could send the cat down the slide The family's cat, Smokey, died at the age of 9 on April 16, 2023. So, DelGiudice proceeded to pull out an urnNicole DelGiudice's 2-year-old daughter, Harlee, was playing on the slide when she turned to her mom with an unexpected question: Could she send the family cat down the slide, too? Their beloved cat, Smokey, died at the age of 9 on April 16, 2023. DelGiudice, 32, tells PEOPLE that Smokey was the sweetest, most affectionate cat — he even loved playing fetch. Since Harlee was only 6 weeks old when Smokey died, she was too young at the time to understand what had happened. It wasn't until the second anniversary of his death that Harlee noticed DelGiudice holding Smokey's urn and asked, 'Mama, what's that?' 'I told her that even though we can't see him anymore, he's somewhere sleeping peacefully and that we'll see him again one day,' DelGiudice, who lives in Long Island, N.Y., recalls. 'I told her we can still remember him and love him.' Since then, the mom says Harlee often asks for the urn. Once, she recalls her daughter placing the urn on the bed and saying, 'Kitty sleeping,' as she set it on the pillow. So when Harlee asked if she could send the cat down the slide, DelGiudice immediately said yes. But when she initially asked, DelGiudice thought her daughter meant she would go down the slide holding the urn in her hands. However, that's not exactly what Harlee had in mind. "I wasn't exactly expecting her to send him down by himself,' the mom says. "I just let it happen because I like to allow her to express the use of her own free will, as long as there's no harm in it." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. At the time, DelGiudice captured the moment on camera. She thought it was a funny moment that reflected the real and unpredictable nature of raising a toddler. She later shared the video on TikTok, hoping to bring a smile to people's faces. But then, the video went viral. It has now amassed more than 3 million views and upwards of 3,300 comments. "this took an unexpected (t)urn," one person commented. "Me at first:I hope it's a tolerant cat. Me a few seconds later:😳😬😅," another wrote. Someone else replied, "putting the fun in funeral." 'Most of the comments made me laugh, to be honest,' the mom says. 'There were a lot of funny ones that had me cracking up. I think the video resonates with the people who cope with dark humor.' 'Several of the comments expressed the video giving them 'the laugh they needed,' or came from others who have also lost a pet and found my video to be healing in a way,' she continues. 'It's a good feeling to know my videos can positively impact someone else in different ways.' DelGiudice adds that when it comes to teaching a child how to grieve, it's important to allow them to ask questions and to be honest. 'Even in times of sadness, there can still be moments of joy," she says. "Grief doesn't always have to look a certain way. I also feel like most of us get so caught up with what's going on in our lives, we get distracted and forget our pets are with us for only a short time. It's a reminder that sometimes we need to slow down and be present.' Read the original article on People
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
CBP in Texas confiscates 242 pounds of smuggled Mexican bologna at port of entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in El Paso, Texas arrested a man for the second time last week, after he allegedly tried to smuggle 22 large rolls of Mexican bologna into the country, according to authorities. CBP said agricultural specialists assigned to the Paso Del Norte international crossing in El Paso not only seized 22 large rolls of the prohibited pork bologna on March 28, but they also seized 60 undeclared Tramadol tablets from the man's vehicle. The discovery was made just after 2 a.m. on Friday, when a 52-year-old man, who is a citizen of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered the U.S. and presented himself for inspection in the vehicle lanes of the port. CBP said the man made a negative declaration for fruits, vegetables and meat products, then was referred for a secondary agriculture inspection. Trump Reports Illegal Immigrant Encounters At Historic Lows During First Full Month In Office As agents conducted the secondary inspection, CBP Agriculture canine "Harlee" alerted them to the rear cargo area of the man's vehicle. Read On The Fox News App Agents continued to inspect the vehicle when they located 22 rolls of bologna hidden underneath equipment in the cargo area of the vehicle. CBP seized the bologna and destroyed it according to U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations. Migrant Border Encounters Plummet Under Trump Vs. Biden's Record Highs This marks the second time within two months that the same man was caught attempting to smuggle bologna into the U.S. at the El Paso port. CBP agriculture specialists seized 55 rolls of undeclared bologna from the man in January, and he was assessed a civil penalty. At that time, the agents also seized and destroyed the contraband meat. The inspection also uncovered 60 Tramadol tablets in the center console of the vehicle. Woman Caught Smuggling More Than 700 Pounds Of Bologna At Southern Border: Cbp The driver, who was not identified, was issued a $1,000 promissory note for the prescription medication violation since Tramadol is a schedule IV-controlled substance. If the man is found guilty, he could face a fine of up to $10,000. "Pork products have the potential to introduce foreign animal diseases to the U.S. which can have a devastating impact to the U.S. economy and to our agriculture industry," CBP El Paso Director Field Operations Hector A. Mancha said. "It is always best for travelers to declare any items acquired abroad to help CBP stop the introduction of potentially harmful products." The case was referred to the USDA Investigative and Enforcement Services, which enforces alleged violations connected to plant and animal issues. The USDA and Department of Homeland Security work together to protect American agriculture when it comes to the introduction of pests and diseases at U.S. ports of entry. If any undeclared prohibited agricultural items are discovered in an inspection, they could be confiscated and may result in civil penalties for failing to declare the article source: CBP in Texas confiscates 242 pounds of smuggled Mexican bologna at port of entry
Fox News
31-03-2025
- Fox News
CBP in Texas confiscates 242 pounds of smuggled Mexican bologna at port of entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in El Paso, Texas arrested a man for the second time last week, after he allegedly tried to smuggle 22 large rolls of Mexican bologna into the country, according to authorities. CBP said agricultural specialists assigned to the Paso Del Norte international crossing in El Paso not only seized 22 large rolls of the prohibited pork bologna on March 28, but they also seized 60 undeclared Tramadol tablets from the man's vehicle. The discovery was made just after 2 a.m. on Friday, when a 52-year-old man, who is a citizen of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered the U.S. and presented himself for inspection in the vehicle lanes of the port. CBP said the man made a negative declaration for fruits, vegetables and meat products, then was referred for a secondary agriculture inspection. As agents conducted the secondary inspection, CBP Agriculture canine "Harlee" alerted them to the rear cargo area of the man's vehicle. Agents continued to inspect the vehicle when they located 22 rolls of bologna hidden underneath equipment in the cargo area of the vehicle. CBP seized the bologna and destroyed it according to U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations. This marks the second time within two months that the same man was caught attempting to smuggle bologna into the U.S. at the El Paso port. CBP agriculture specialists seized 55 rolls of undeclared bologna from the man in January, and he was assessed a civil penalty. At that time, the agents also seized and destroyed the contraband meat. The inspection also uncovered 60 Tramadol tablets in the center console of the vehicle. The driver, who was not identified, was issued a $1,000 promissory note for the prescription medication violation since Tramadol is a schedule IV-controlled substance. If the man is found guilty, he could face a fine of up to $10,000. "Pork products have the potential to introduce foreign animal diseases to the U.S. which can have a devastating impact to the U.S. economy and to our agriculture industry," CBP El Paso Director Field Operations Hector A. Mancha said. "It is always best for travelers to declare any items acquired abroad to help CBP stop the introduction of potentially harmful products." The case was referred to the USDA Investigative and Enforcement Services, which enforces alleged violations connected to plant and animal issues. The USDA and Department of Homeland Security work together to protect American agriculture when it comes to the introduction of pests and diseases at U.S. ports of entry. If any undeclared prohibited agricultural items are discovered in an inspection, they could be confiscated and may result in civil penalties for failing to declare the items.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Yahoo
Albuquerque man caught trying to smuggle 242 lbs of bologna into the country
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man was caught trying to smuggle 242 pounds of pork bologna into the country Friday morning, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. CBP officials said the 52-year-old man arrived at the Paso Del Norte international crossing that connects Mexico to El Paso, Texas, and presented himself for inspection via the vehicle lanes. The man initially did not declare any fruits, vegetables, or meat products, but was referred for a secondary agriculture inspection. During the secondary inspection, CBP Agriculture Canine 'Harlee' alerted to the rear cargo area of the vehicle. There, Agriculture Specialists found 22 rolls of bologna hidden beneath equipment in the rear of the vehicle. Story continues below Crime: Video – Stolen vehicle driver totals APD vehicle in crash with officer NM Film: 'Rust' trailer released more than three years after fatal on-set shooting Sports: Rio Rancho fires boys basketball coach after 16 years They also found 60 undeclared Tramadol tablets, a schedule IV-controlled substance, in the center console of the vehicle. The driver was issued a $1,000 promissory note for the prescription medication violation. The bologna was seized and destroyed by CBP per USDA regulations. The bologna smuggling case is being referred to USDA Investigative and Enforcement Services. The man could face up to a $10,000 penalty if found guilty. 'Pork products have the potential to introduce foreign animal diseases to the U.S., which can have a devastating impact to the U.S. economy and to our agriculture industry,' CBP El Paso Director Field Operations Hector A. Mancha stated in a news release. CBP said this is the second time in two months the Albuquerque man was caught attempting to smuggle bologna from Mexico to the U.S. at the El Paso port of entry. In January, CBP agriculture specialists seized 55 rolls of undeclared bologna from the man. He was assessed a civil penalty in that case, and the contraband meat was seized and destroyed. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Times
08-03-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
My Day With J. Lo
I was gazing into J. Lo's brown eyes. We were inches away from each other, locked in an even gaze, her face tilted up slightly toward mine. I could smell her hair spray. Then the director called, 'Cut!' It was the summer of 2016, and I was acting in an episode of an NBC crime drama called 'Shades of Blue.' I use the term 'acting' loosely because I had exactly one line. I had never watched 'Shades of Blue' before I tried out for it. All I knew was that it was a cop show set in New York City starring Jennifer Lopez and Ray Liotta. To be honest, I thought of the role as a potential stopgap at a time when I was in a figuring-things-out phase of my life. Although I had appeared on a soap opera years earlier, since its cancellation I had mostly checked out of the audition circuit. The audition was held in an office building in Midtown. The casting director, Rob, had me read for three roles: 'F.B.I. Commander,' 'Bailiff' and (horrifyingly) 'Old Cop.' Before I left, Rob told me: 'Look, if you get one of these, just be cool, OK? Be cool.' There were no callbacks. I was hired for the part of 'Bailiff.' My duties consisted of asking a character named Harlee, 'Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth, so help you God?' Once I got the part, I Googled 'Harlee on 'Shades of Blue'' and gasped. Harlee was played by Jennifer Lopez. This sent my imagination off the deep end, as I briefly entertained the notion of bonding with Jenny from the Block. I thought of all the things I could say to her: You were terrific in 'Selena.' I cried at the end of 'Maid in Manhattan.' You never should have been with Marc Anthony anyway! Then I stopped myself. I was hired for a job. I was a professional. I was going to be cool. Besides, even small TV jobs were hard to get, and I was determined not to mess this one up. The shoot took place at the Bronx County Courthouse. When I got there, I put on my assigned uniform and was ushered into a courtroom for rehearsal. I met the actor playing the judge and a young woman who was Ms. Lopez's stand-in. Before I could ask her name, I was distracted by the props guy, who pulled me aside and pinned a badge on my uniform. Then he handed me a Bible, and the director called, 'Places!' I returned to my spot in front of the courtroom. A buzz swept through the background actors playing spectators in the courtroom. In a moment, I was face to face with my scene partner. She smiled, extended her hand and said, 'Hi, I'm Jennifer.' I nodded and shook her hand. I felt like an idiot, because I couldn't verbalize a simple greeting. Then the director started rehearsal. I held out the Bible and we did a run-through. The star of the scene was not me or even Ms. Lopez. It was her left hand, which she placed on the Bible. This gesture had its own close-up, and the director spent much time making sure he got the shot. 'Raul, can you raise the Bible? Great. Now, er, Raul, can you lower it a bit? Great.' Again and again, a woman tended to J. Lo, applying makeup, lotion and a nail spray. My hand was perspiring, and my arm was cramping from holding the Bible in place. We spent well over an hour on this shot. Perhaps because she had heard the director shouting my name from across the set, Ms. Lopez glanced at my name tag, which read 'Smith.' 'Oh, that's not you, right?' she asked with a laugh. I shook my head. I still wanted to introduce myself, or speak actual words like a normal person, but I couldn't. 'Ha-ha, that's funny,' she said. Then a small army of hair and makeup personnel helped get her camera-ready. They fussed over her, like bees swarming a hive. She had one makeup artist whose sole responsibility seemed to be her lashes. During a break, a young production assistant mentioned that the day was going well, because there were no fans or paparazzi lurking outside the courthouse. 'We don't list Jennifer on the call sheet,' she said, 'because it might get leaked, and then we have to shoo off these weirdos.' At lunchtime, the cast and crew ate in the courthouse basement. Although the atmosphere was convivial, I was annoyed at myself for having been so flustered in J. Lo's presence. I was fine once the cameras were rolling. It was only when I had to engage as a real person that I was inept. I resolved to be cool around her in the afternoon. After lunch, we continued the courtroom scene, where Harlee took the stand and was cross-examined by a handsome prosecutor. Their dialogue crackled. Envious of their rapport, for a second I wished I had his part. Later, as the cameras were being repositioned, Ms. Lopez, the actor playing the judge and I sat down on canvas chairs in a nearby hallway. The judge asked J. Lo for a selfie, and she obliged. I pulled out my book. Next to me, Jennifer was texting and conferring with an assistant. It was warm in the hallway, because the building's air-conditioning had been shut off for shooting. I tugged at my collar. Jennifer looked over and asked, 'What are you reading?' Once again unable to speak, I held out the book, showing the title. 'Nice!' she said. Right then, I could've punched myself. I was probably one of the few people she had encountered who acted aloof with her. What was wrong with me? As I was leaving at the end of the day, I passed her and her assistant as they were walking back to their trailer. 'Thank you,' I managed to say. 'Bye!' she said. When the episode aired, it was titled 'Eye of the Hurricane.' The courtroom scene was interspersed with steamy shots of Harlee in bed with the handsome prosecutor. I was only briefly on camera, in a single wide shot. My line was practically a voice-over. J. Lo's hand looked great.
