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Newsweek
11 minutes ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Rep. Tried To Give MTG Cheez-Its During Meeting: 'Maybe She's Hangry'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A Democratic Representative tried to pass Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene Cheez-Its during a meeting, she has claimed. Speaking toRaw Story, New Mexico Democrat Melanie Stansbury, who sat on the Georgia Republican's Delivering Government Efficiency Subcommittee, outlined her relationship with Taylor Greene and recalled a moment she tried to share cheese-baked snacks with her colleague. Newsweek contacted Taylor Greene's representatives by email to comment on this story. Why It Matters In November 2024, Taylor Greene was picked to lead a subcommittee of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency. UNITED STATES - MAY 20: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., makes her way to a House Republican Conference meeting with President Donald Trump on the budget reconciliation bill in the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, May... UNITED STATES - MAY 20: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., makes her way to a House Republican Conference meeting with President Donald Trump on the budget reconciliation bill in the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. More Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call via AP Images The committee investigated so-called wasteful spending, examined ways to reorganize federal agencies to improve efficiency and identified solutions to eliminate bureaucratic red tape. It was linked to DOGE, run by Elon Musk, to streamline government spending. What To Know Stansbury said working with Taylor Greene had started off "fairly collegial" and that the Georgia Republican had displayed "very nice, very warm" behavior and "southern hospitality." However, she said that despite initially agreeing to work in a bipartisan manner, the subcommittee "devolved into madness very quickly." "We had a crazy hearing at the start of May where they were attacking trans athletes, and she was just so out of control. Later — that was the week she announced she wasn't running for Senate — I knew something was wrong with her that day, because she was acting so stressed out," she said. She continued: "Even halfway through that hearing, I tried to slip her some Cheez-Its because I was like, 'Maybe she's hangry?'" Stansbury said. I'm like, 'I don't know why she's acting this way.'" Stansbury also called Musk a "bull****ter" who had "no idea what he was doing." She called the Tesla boss "a fraud" and said DOGE plans were "sloppy, stupid, uncoordinated and ineffective." What People Are Saying Mark Shanahan, an American politics expert who teaches at the University of Surrey in the U.K, told Newsweek: "We're in a period of yo-yo polling, often among the same demographics, which pretty much reflects While Congressional adversaries like to keep up the image of avowed political enemies for the public, the reality is that they tend to be a little more collegiate when the spotlight's not on them. MTG is more performative than most, but I'm sure even she's not averse to the odd cheesy snack. Stansbury doubtless aimed to take the wind out of the Republican firebrand sails - but at least she managed to do so with a little humour." Melanie Stansbury, after being named ranking member on the subcommittee: "We know there are broadly-supported, bi-partisan solutions that will improve government efficiency and transparency and I am ready to work together to find meaningful solutions. I am honored to be named the lead Democrat on this committee and have the opportunity to tackle the significant issues we have ahead of us." What Happens Next The committee continues having hearings and meetings. Whether Taylor Greene will receive more snacks during these meetings remains to be seen.
Newsweek
17 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
What Cat Does for Post-Partum Owner Stuns Viewers: 'Stepped Up'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A cat's way of helping his owner after she gave birth has delighted viewers on TikTok, with the feline becoming an unexpected symbol of solidarity for sleep-deprived new mothers on the platform. The candid video showed the cat gently moving his paw to pump breast milk for his owner, who had recently given birth. The post, shared by the pet's owner @j.44.4 on April 24, has amassed more than 25.3 million views and 5.7 million likes to date, turning the sleepy cat into an internet sensation. An overlaid text on the video drew further attention to the hilarity of the moment. "Me getting annoyed at my cat but then I remember he helped me pump post partum," the text read. Viewers were able to see the cat operate the pump, before letting out a wide, lazy yawn, prompting hundreds of comments from amused viewers who recognized the shared exhaustion. "Postpartum is hard even for the cat," one viewer had commented, while another added: "It's the fact that he yawned and acting like he is exhausted." Though the video is only a few seconds long and lighthearted in tone, it has tapped into the emotional and physical exhaustion that new parents know all too well—and the often-overlooked support that pets can provide during postpartum recovery. This particular cat's involvement borders on slapstick, but the underlying message has clearly struck a chord. To date, more than 11,000 TikTok users have commented on the post, with many voicing their comedic takes on the viral moment and the cat's obliging demeanor. The yawn, in particular, has become a defining moment of the clip. "He was so sleep deprived too," one viewer said, while another added: "Yawning and pumping, he was tired." "And he was exhausted at that but still did the night shifts you," a third viewer shared. "What a king." "Damn it really do be taking a village," another added. "That's not a step dad that's the dad who stepped up," another said, while another commented: "This is deadass the smartest thing I ever seen a cat do." "A single mom who works two jobs," a different viewer joked, in reference to Reba McEntire's 2001 song "I'm a Survivor." "Doing it even though he's tired what a king," another viewer said. "The yawn," another said, "he was overworked." Newsweek reached out to @j.44.4 for more information via TikTok and email. A cat rests its head against a pregnant woman's stomach. A cat rests its head against a pregnant woman's stomach. Getty Images Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
27 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time — All Free Redemption Codes
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is one of the hottest games on the market right now, with over 500,000 players picking up the game and starting to play it since its launch in May. The game – which is perhaps best described as Animal Crossing meets The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – has been a smash hit, following up from the cult classic Fantasy Life for the 3DS, and it's the first big hit that developer Level-5 has had in quite a while. In addition to all the things that make Fantasy Life i great, players of the game can also grab a few freebies in-game, using codes distributed by Level-5, usually on its social channels, that can be entered in-game. These codes typically give a host of items, such as potions, equipment, and other items, that can be very helpful for players no matter how far into the game they are. A group of four characters, including the player character, in Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time. A group of four characters, including the player character, in Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time. Level-5 We've put together this handy list of all gift codes in Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, along with a quick guide for how to redeem codes in Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time. Fantasy Life i — All Redemption Codes At the time of writing, four codes for Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time have been made available for players. You can see them all here: T2GVEQL – HP Potion x5, SP Potion x5, Life Cure x3, Power Aid x3, Resistance Aid x3, Healing Powder x3 – HP Potion x5, SP Potion x5, Life Cure x3, Power Aid x3, Resistance Aid x3, Healing Powder x3 A56LCE87 – Hi-HP Potion x5, Hi-SP Potion x5, Healing Powder x5, Energy Powder x5, Life Cure x3 – Hi-HP Potion x5, Hi-SP Potion x5, Healing Powder x5, Energy Powder x5, Life Cure x3 A5C9X7VR – Corsage, Diamond Ring, Great Lucky Bream, Courtship Fireworks x5, Sack of Gold x10 – Corsage, Diamond Ring, Great Lucky Bream, Courtship Fireworks x5, Sack of Gold x10 E47LWJGP – Sacks of Gold x5, Sacks of Silver x5 Redemption codes in Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time never expire, so all of these codes will be active for as long as the game is available on Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Fantasy Life i – How to Redeem Codes In order to redeem a gift code in Fantasy Life i, you'll need to have progressed through the game up until you reach the Eternia Village Guild Village in Chapter 1. After selecting a starting Life, you'll get access to the Gifts menu in the Weirdpad. Open up the Weirdpad menu and select Gifts, after which you'll be prompted to connect to the internet. Note that players on Nintendo Switch will need an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription to redeem codes, while players on other platforms don't need a subscription of any kind. The Gifts menu highlighted in the Weirdpad in Fantasy Life i. The Gifts menu highlighted in the Weirdpad in Fantasy Life i. Level-5 Enter your code in the Gift Code Entry box provided, then press the Accept button. The Gift Code Entry screen in Fantasy Life i. The Gift Code Entry screen in Fantasy Life i. Level-5 You will immediately receive your gifts, and they will be added to your inventory, free for you to use as you please.
Newsweek
32 minutes ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Republicans' Chances of Beating Dan McKee for Rhode Island Governor—Poll
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A new poll delivered red flags for Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, a Democrat, ahead of his reelection bid next year. Why It Matters The poll, conducted by the University of New Hampshire, suggests that a majority of Rhode Islanders are unhappy with McKee's leadership ahead of the 2026 midterms, when Republicans could be eyeing the race as a potential opportunity to flip, despite the state's long-standing record of being solidly Democratic. Although the poll did not ask about specific head-to-head matchups for the election, the results could be troubling for Democrats in the state. The state has not elected a Republican governor since 2006, though it did support independent former Governor Lincoln Chafee in 2011. Newsweek reached out to McKee's campaign via email for comment. What to Know Only 19 percent of Rhode Islanders approve of McKee's job performance, while 71 percent disapprove of him, according to the survey of 653 Rhode Island residents from May 22 to May 26, 2025. The poll had a margin of plus or minus 3.8 percentage points. It found that 74 percent of all Rhode Island voters—including 60 percent of Democrats—do not believe McKee deserves to be reelected; only 11 percent said they think he deserves to be reelected. Thirty-two percent of respondents said they want to see Democrat Helena Foulkes, a businesswoman who challenged McKee in 2022, to run again, while 23 percent said they want Republican Ashley Kalus to jump into the race. Only 19 percent said they want to see former Governor Gina Raimondo, who served as Commerce secretary under former President Joe Biden, run. At the same time, the poll found that President Donald Trump is also unpopular in the state. Only 37 percent of respondents gave him positive marks, compared to 61 percent who disapproved of his performance during his first few months back in the Oval Office. Joe Powers, chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party, described the poll as a "glaring reflection of the Governor's failed leadership and the growing dissatisfaction among Rhode Islanders" in a statement to Newsweek, pointing to the closure of the Washington Bridge, pay raises for the governor's cabinet and the sanctuary state designation as key issues the state is facing. "The upcoming 2026 gubernatorial race, while traditionally leaning Democratic, is poised to be highly competitive. The Republican Party of Rhode Island is committed to presenting a viable alternative—one that prioritizes transparency, fiscal responsibility, and the genuine needs of our citizens," he said. Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee meets with then-Vice President Kamala Harris in Warwick, Rhode Island, on May 5, 2021. Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee meets with then-Vice President Kamala Harris in Warwick, Rhode Island, on May 5, 2021. MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images While McKee remains unpopular, according to the poll, a Republican victory in the state may not be an easy feat, given the state's Democratic lean. It backed Vice President Kamala Harris by nearly 14 points in 2024 and voted for Biden by more than 20 points in 2020. On the presidential level, Rhode Island has not voted for a Republican since 1984. McKee, who assumed office after Raimondo resigned to join the Biden administration, won his first full term in office in 2022, defeating Kalus by nearly 20 points. What People Are Saying WPRI political analyst Joe Fleming told the Providence-based news station: "The governor has some serious work to do over the next six months or so to show voters that he's doing a good job and deserves reelection. If he can't do that, I think you'll see Democrats lining up to run for the office." McKee told WJAR in March: "I think that we've made a great deal of progress, keeping people safe during the COVID certainly was important, opening the businesses at that time. Keeping people safe when I shut down the bridge, the Washington Bridge, and now we're actually in the process of rebuilding that bridge and have the money in place." What Happens Next It remains to be seen whether McKee will face a primary challenge from fellow Democrats or which Republicans may enter the race. The primary is still more than a year away on September 8, 2026. The Cook Political Report currently classifies the race as being Solid Democratic, though Sabato's Crystal Ball classifies it as Likely Democratic.
Newsweek
an hour ago
- Climate
- Newsweek
Tropical Storm Alvin Path Map, Update For Hurricane Season's First Storm
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A forecast map shows the expected path for Tropical Storm Alvin as it moves through the Eastern Pacific southwest of Mexico. Why It Matters Alvin became the 2025 season's first named storm after forming on Thursday. Its arrival comes after forecasters previously indicated that the 2025 hurricane season would be above normal. What To Know The storm is forecast to keep moving northwest and may deliver heavy rainfall and strong winds to the southern coast of Baja California Sur, particularly in elevated areas, AccuWeather said in an advisory shared with Newsweek. A map from AccuWeather shows the forecast path for Tropical Storm Alvin. A map from AccuWeather shows the forecast path for Tropical Storm Alvin. AccuWeather Alvin is forecast to maintain tropical storm strength through Saturday, though it is projected to weaken as it nears southwest Mexico. Strong winds and heavy, flooding rain will likely be limited to areas near the coast of Baja California Sur, the outlet said. The intense rainfall could lead to landslides and travel delays, particularly in higher elevations along the southern coast, it added. Bob Larson, a senior meteorologist at AccuWeather previously told Newsweek that while the Eastern Pacific hurricane season has already begun, Tropical Storm Alvin has arrived slightly earlier than normal. The first tropical storm of the Eastern Pacific hurricane season typically forms around June 10. While Alvin developed earlier than usual, Larson said it is not considered "unprecedented." What People Are Saying Fox Weather hurricane specialist Bryan Norcross said: "The Eastern Pacific season kicked off right on schedule. The ocean water off the southern coast of Mexico is always quite warm, and this year the atmospheric pattern over that part of the ocean is quite conducive for development. "Alvin has a good chance of intensifying significantly over the open water. As it tracks farther north, however, the water cools quickly. So, if Alvin affects Cabo San Lucas or nearby areas in northern Mexico, for example, it looks likely to be a weakening storm." Meteorologist Jim Cantore said on X, formerly Twitter on Friday: "Alvin caught in the southwest deep flow and getting sheared and pushed by the dry air around the base of the trough. Alvin's time as a TS is numbered, but the eventual moisture, rain and the 20-30 degree cool down in the southwest will be welcome." #Alvin caught in the southwest deep flow and getting sheared and pushed by the dry air around the base of the trough. Alvin's time as a TS is numbered, but the eventual moisture, rain and the 20-30 degree cool down in the southwest will be welcome. — Jim Cantore (@JimCantore) May 30, 2025 What Happens Next Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1 and runs to November 30, while the eastern Pacific hurricane season began on May 15, also lasting through November 30. Meanwhile, forecasters are watching a low risk for another development south of Mexico from June 3-6.
